Publications by authors named "Rayyan R Samman"
Social media is gaining popularity in Saudi Arabia, influencing the concept of beauty and cosmetic surgical needs, particularly among younger individuals. This study aimed to understand how social media is changing the face of cosmetic surgery by reflecting new beauty standards. A comprehensive literature review was conducted, focusing on studies published between 2015 and 2024 from databases such as PubMed and Scopus, examining the impact of social media on decisions related to plastic surgery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWhile the physical manifestations of brain tumors are well-documented, their impact on the emotional and psychological landscape of patients is of equal importance. Patients frequently experience a range of challenges from depression, apathy, and increased aggression to personality changes. The complexity of these changes and their effects on emotional functioning are shaped by tumor characteristics, including location, growth rate, and the corresponding hormonal imbalances.
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- Appendiceal mucinous neoplasms, which are rare and make up less than 1% of all cancers, are becoming more common and pose significant treatment challenges, particularly due to their tendency to spread within the abdominal cavity.
- A 42-year-old man from Chad experienced severe abdominal pain and was diagnosed with pseudomyxoma peritonei, likely originating from an appendiceal tumor; he underwent aggressive management including chemotherapy and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC).
- The patient's treatment involved removing affected organs, and the prognosis largely depends on the tumor's grade and the degree of invasion.