Publications by authors named "Raed Alwadai"
The retrocaval ureter is an uncommon anomaly where the ureter passes behind the inferior vena cava. Open surgery had been the gold standard for treatment. We are presenting a case of the retrocaval ureter with ureteral calculi, which was effectively managed by open surgery.
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- Renal lymphangiectasia (RL) is a rare condition characterized by dilated lymphatic vessels leading to cysts in various kidney locations, and its understanding largely stems from individual case reports.
- The condition can be genetic or acquired, affects individuals of any gender or age, and often presents as abdominal or flank pain, being either focal or diffuse and unilateral or bilateral.
- Diagnosis relies on imaging techniques, and while treatment is typically conservative, there is a need for long-term monitoring for complications like hypertension and renal vein thrombosis; a case of bilateral RL is discussed alongside a literature review.
Background: Asthma is a prevalent and persistent condition affecting the respiratory system, defined by the presence of fluctuating and reversible symptoms associated with the restriction of airflow, heightened sensitivity of the bronchial tubes, and inflammation within the airways. Saudi Arabia has a high prevalence of this chronic illness, making it one of the most often seen conditions in the country. A popular therapeutic approach within the realm of complementary and alternative medicine for individuals with asthma is the use of herbal medications.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Peyronie's disease (PD) results in curvature, pain, and erectile dysfunction (ED). Penile traction devices (PTDs) are a non-invasive treatment option for PD by applying mechanical forces to elicit biochemical responses that reduce curvature and improve penile function. In the present study, we systematically reviewed and analyzed the literature investigating the use of PTD to treat PD.
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- Predicting successful sperm retrieval in men with nonobstructive Azoospermia is crucial for effective counseling regarding infertility treatment.
- A study of 108 patients revealed a 47.2% success rate in sperm extraction, with younger age and lower Follicular Stimulating Hormone (FSH) levels linked to better outcomes.
- The findings suggest that age and serum FSH levels are key factors, indicating younger patients with elevated FSH have a lower chance of sperm retrieval success.