Incidence and Risk Factors of Spinal Anesthesia-Related Complications After an Elective Cesarean Section: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Introduction Neuraxial anesthetic techniques are the method of choice for cesarean section (CS) deliveries, and spinal anesthesia (SA) is the preferred technique. Although the use of SA has greatly improved the outcomes of CS deliveries, SA-related complications are still a matter of concern. The study's primary aim is to measure the incidence of SA complications after a CS, specifically hypotension, bradycardia, and prolonged recovery, as well as to identify the risk factors for these complications.

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Operative Time and Hospital Stay Differences Between Sicklers and Non-sicklers: A Five-Year Comparative Cross-Sectional Study at King Abdulaziz Medical City, Jeddah.

Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) is one of the most important hemoglobinopathies that result in the formation of pigment gallstones. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) is a safe surgical procedure for gallstones in SCD. Currently, there is no standard or guidelines for the preoperative preparation of these patients.

Level of Knowledge and Awareness of Female Undergraduate Students and Determinants of Knowledge of Folic Acid and Supplementation.

Background and Objectives: Folic acid (FA) is a necessary ingredient for numerous bodily activities including pregnancy. Because of this, women should have knowledge and awareness of the health benefits of FA supplementation. Thus, we aimed to investigate the level of knowledge on the importance of FA and determine associated factors for knowledge among female college students at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.