Publications by authors named "Saad F Alotaibi"

Background Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a potentially avoidable condition that affects hospitalized patients. Risk stratification and preventative strategies have substantial evidence supporting their use, but reasons hinder widespread adoption, compliance, and success, explaining the continuation of VTE. Thromboprophylaxis consists of several measures that are frequently adopted to avoid the complications of VTE.

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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture is a common and debilitating knee injury that can significantly impair knee function and stability. The optimal management of ACL injuries remains a topic of ongoing debate, with two primary treatment approaches being surgical reconstruction and adequate rehabilitation. The aim of this study is to compare the knee function and stability outcomes between these two treatment modalities, shedding light on their respective effectiveness.

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Introduction: fall-related injuries are an important health concern around the globe, imposing an immense economic burden. The aim of this study is to evaluate the interventions and outcomes associated with fall-related injuries in a tertiary hospital in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

Methods: a cross-sectional study including 264 patients with fall-related injuries was conducted at the King Khalid Hospital and Prince Sultan Centre for Health Care and other hospitals in Al Kharj from March 01, 2019 to November 30, 2019.

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