Publications by authors named "R F Omar"
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- Pre-eclampsia affects around 8% of pregnant women and is a significant cause of maternal mortality, with high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) being investigated as a potential marker for the condition, particularly in Zambia where data is limited.!
- A case-control study was conducted with 80 pregnant women (40 with pre-eclampsia and 40 without) to measure hs-CRP levels and analyze the impact of HIV status on these levels during pregnancy.!
- Results showed that women with pre-eclampsia had significantly higher hs-CRP levels than controls, but no significant difference was found between pre-eclamptic women on antiretroviral therapy and those who were HIV
Introduction Chemical injuries are considered to be one of the true ocular emergencies that require years of visual rehabilitation in addition to immediate medical intervention to maintain eyesight. Thus, it is imperative that medical professionals and the general public are both aware of the damage and how to treat it. Objective The current study's objectives were to determine what influences students' understanding of ocular first aid in trauma scenarios and to evaluate the degree of knowledge among health university students at King Khalid University.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe study aims to investigate the prevalence of Q fever in livestock and ticks in Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia, by molecular methods. Using DNA obtained from (40) blood samples, (60) vaginal swabs and ticks (120) samples. Real-time PCR was used to detect the insertion sequence of in aborted animals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAlzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by gradual and progressive cognitive decline leading to dementia. At its core, the neuropathological features of AD include hallmark accumulations of amyloid-β and hyperphosphorylated tau proteins. Other harmful processes, such as oxidative stress and inflammation, contribute to the disease's neuropathological progression.
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- The study analyzed factors that might predict symptoms of severe COVID-19, focusing on individuals aged 80 to 90 in Sweden.
- A questionnaire was sent in 2017 and again in 2022, with a significant response rate, especially from those who reported having COVID-19.
- The findings identified several predictive factors tied to severe COVID-19 symptoms, notably removable dentures, periodontal issues, and daytime dry mouth, suggesting a connection between oral health and COVID-19 severity.