Publications by authors named "Sohaib Zoghoul"
Background: An accurate estimate of the survival and mortality at the initial trauma evaluation is essential to ensure appropriate triage and stratification of the patients for progressive care. One of the recognized tools for predicting mortality is the BIG Score, composed of admission base deficit, international normalized ratio (INR), and Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS). This study evaluates the BIG scale in predicting survival and mortality rates among pediatric trauma patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: High-risk features of non-stenosing (ie, <50%) carotid plaques are emerging as a possible source of embolism in patients with embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS). However, in the absence of hemodynamically significant stenosis, neuroradiology reports rarely describe these morphological features. Our aim was to determine how often high-risk features of non-stenosing plaques are included in diagnostic imaging reports.
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- - Joubert syndrome and related disorders (JSRD) are complex and present diagnostic challenges due to their diverse clinical features, making neuroimaging essential for accurate diagnosis.
- - Key neuroimaging techniques like MRI and CT can reveal significant abnormalities, including the "molar tooth sign," cerebellar vermal agenesis, and other neuroanatomical differences.
- - Effective diagnosis and management of JSRD require a combination of clinical assessments, neuroimaging results, and collaboration among different medical specialists to address the various symptoms and complications.
Background: Iatrogenic portal vein (PV) injuries following pleural drainage catheter (PDC) insertion are rare but life-threatening. This case report emphasizes the importance of prompt recognition and effective interventional radiology (IR) management.
Case Presentation: A 38-year-old Asian male, admitted for a non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction, suffered a critical PV injury during PDC insertion, leading to rapid clinical deterioration.
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- - Cranial nerve palsies are rare complications in minimally invasive spine procedures like lumbar punctures, but they cause concern for both clinicians and patients as they can indicate serious issues.
- - This case study discusses a patient who developed abducens nerve palsy after an intrathecal methotrexate infusion for lymphoma, which was attributed to a rare occurrence of pneumocephalus.
- - It emphasizes the importance of using different imaging techniques and treatment options, and reviews existing literature on how spinal procedures can lead to cranial nerve palsies due to benign conditions like pneumocephalus.
Purpose: Atherosclerotic cervical internal carotid artery disease is one of the major causes of ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attacks. The risk of stroke from mild to moderate stenoses (i.e.
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- Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO) is a bone inflammatory disorder mainly affecting children, first described in 1972.
- It presents with symptoms like pain and swelling, often showing raised inflammatory markers and sclerotic lesions on X-rays; MRI is used to evaluate the extent of lesions and related soft tissue changes.
- Management primarily involves nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids, and the article discusses clinical presentations, radiological findings, and treatment options through reported patient cases.
Purpose: Neurosyphilis can mimic different diseases, not only in its clinical presentation but also on imaging. Treponema pallidum is also known as the "great imitator." Having an ultimate diagnosis of neurosyphilis is quite critical as this can affect management drastically.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Hydatid disease is an endemic disease in many countries of the world including the Middle East. It mainly affects the liver and lungs. Intramuscular hydatid disease is rarely reported in children.
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- The study investigates the prevalence of ischemic heart disease (IHD) in young Jordanian adults under 50, focusing on associated risk factors like smoking and obesity.
- Conducted at King Abdullah University Hospital, data from 358 patients treated between 2013 and 2017 were analyzed to understand their clinical and lifestyle characteristics.
- Results showed a high prevalence of IHD, especially in young males, with recommendations for adopting healthier lifestyles to combat disease rates.
Waterpipe Nicotine Dependence and Depressive Symptoms among Adolescent Waterpipe and Dual Users.
J Environ Public Health
February 2021
Background: Waterpipe nicotine dependence and its association with depressive symptoms and dual usage among adolescents are currently not examined in the literature. Adolescents are a vulnerable population that is susceptible to depression and initiation of tobacco use. We aim, in this novel study, to assess the association between depressive symptoms and waterpipe nicotine dependence among adolescents in Jordan, evaluate the association between waterpipe smoking status (waterpipe smoker vs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: A graduating medical doctor is expected to be competent in physical examinations across all systems. The exploration of how gender affects the development of clinical skills has not been explored in an Arab context, despite cultural restrictions that make it more difficult for students and doctors to examine the opposite sex.
Methods: A cross sectional survey was undertaken of graduating final year medical students in Northern Jordan.