Publications by authors named "S Moawad"

Background: Preeclampsia is a severe pregnancy complication affecting 2-8% of pregnancies globally, contributing to substantial maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with an increased risk of preeclampsia, yet the efficacy of its supplementation during pregnancy in reducing preeclampsia incidence remains uncertain.

Objectives: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the impact of vitamin D supplementation on the incidence of preeclampsia and related maternal and neonatal outcomes.

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Background: The oils obtained from the seeds of , also named black cumin, are rich in bioactive compounds that strengthen immunity and support human health. This study aimed to compare oils pressed from Egyptian (Eg-NSSO), Ethiopian (Et-NSSO), and Syrian (Sy-NSSO) seeds.

Methods: The analyzed oils were obtained from a local company.

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Article Synopsis
  • The systematic review explores the connection between gallbladder and biliary cancers and arsenic exposure, emphasizing their aggressive nature.
  • Studies included in the review measure arsenic levels in various biological samples from cancer patients and link elevated levels to increased cancer risks.
  • Findings indicate that even low to moderate arsenic exposure is associated with gallbladder cancer, highlighting the need for further research and preventive measures against arsenic contamination in water and soil.
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Human African trypanosomiasis (HAT), or sleeping sickness, is a neglected tropical disease with current treatments marred by severe side effects or delivery issues. To identify novel classes of compounds for the treatment of HAT, high throughput screening (HTS) had previously been conducted on bloodstream forms of T. b.

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