Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum and Subcutaneous Emphysema in Dermatomyositis: A Case Series and Literature Review.

Background: Spontaneous pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema are rare and serious complications of dermatomyositis (DM).

Case Presentation: Our article presents two clinically heterogeneous cases of DM who developed pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema. The first was a 24-year-old lady with a recently diagnosed DM.

Formation of a Nanorod-Assembled TiO Actinomorphic-Flower-like Microsphere Film via Ta Doping Using a Facile Solution Immersion Method for Humidity Sensing.

This study fabricated tantalum (Ta)-doped titanium dioxide with a unique nanorod-assembled actinomorphic-flower-like microsphere structured film. The Ta-doped TiO actinomorphic-flower-like microsphere (TAFM) was fabricated via the solution immersion method in a Schott bottle with a home-made improvised clamp. The samples were characterised using FESEM, HRTEM, XRD, Raman, XPS, and Hall effect measurements for their structural and electrical properties.

Enhancement of Anemia Detection by Correlating Computed Tomography Findings of Abdominal Aorta and Inferior Vena Cava With Laboratory Investigations.

Anemia affects approximately a quarter of the global population, and improved detection may reduce the associated morbidity and mortality. This study investigated correlations between the results of laboratory hematological determinations of hemoglobin levels and attenuation values measured in the lumina of the abdominal aorta and inferior vena cava (IVC) via unenhanced computed tomography (CT) with the aim of expanding diagnostic options for anemia. The data of 423 patients who underwent abdominal unenhanced CT examinations and laboratory examinations at a tertiary hospital were retrospectively evaluated.

Trichotillomania Prevalence in an Arab Middle Eastern Population.

Aim: Trichotillomania (TTM) (hair-pulling disorder) is a relatively rare psychiatric condition. We are aware of no studies of this disorder in Arab Middle Eastern populations. We examine the prevalence and correlates of TTM in a community sample of individuals living in a large port city in western Saudi Arabia.

Dermatomyositis Flare After a COVID-19 Infection Successfully Treated with Rituximab: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Introduction: Since the beginning of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, there has been a sudden surge in the incidence of several immune-mediated diseases, including dermatomyositis. The reported cases of COVID-19-related dermatomyositis are heterogeneous in their clinical presentation and implemented therapies.

Case Study: We report a 23-year-old female patient diagnosed with a 3-year history of dermatomyositis.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder Symptoms: Prevalence and Risk Factors in an Arab Middle Eastern Population.

Background: The present study examined the prevalence of and risk factors for symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) in the general population of Jeddah, a large port city in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: This cross-sectional study surveyed a convenience sample of 520 adults. We used a validated self-screening measure to assess BDD, the body dysmorphic disorder questionnaire (BDDQ).

Medical Schools' Ophthalmology Course: An Appraisal by Ophthalmology Residents.

Objective: To investigate the perception and satisfaction of ophthalmology residents with the currently provided ophthalmology curricula to medical students.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey involving first to fourth year ophthalmology residents (N = 106) from all regions of Saudi Arabia was conducted between December 2018 and February 2019. An online questionnaire explored opinions about the ophthalmology course regarding three dimensions.

How Relevant is Obstetrician and Gynecologist Gender to Women in Saudi Arabia?

Background: The patient-doctor relationship is one of the most important factors in determining the outcome of healthcare. The first step in establishing this relationship is choosing a physician. This study sought to identify patient preferences concerning the gender of their obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) physician and the effect of religion and society on these choices.

Identification and characterisation of thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP) riboswitch in Elaeis guineensis.

The oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) is an important crop in Malaysia but its productivity is hampered by various biotic and abiotic stresses. Recent studies suggest the importance of signalling molecules in plants in coping against stresses, which includes thiamine (vitamin B1). Thiamine is an essential microelement that is synthesized de novo by plants and microorganisms.

Echocardiographic and Clinical Correlates of Ejection Fraction Among 2000 Patients with Heart Failure in Western Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Heart failure (HF) affects about 320,000 Saudi individuals and is associated with a considerable negative impact on the patients' quality of life. In literature, there is a lack of data about the echocardiographic abnormalities of HF patients in Saudi Arabia.

Aim Of Work: To describe the echocardiographic findings of HF patients in Western Saudi Arabia.

Pressurized hot water extraction of hydrosable tannins from Roxb.

Background: Safety, environmental and economic setbacks are driving industries to find greener approaches to extract bioactive compounds from natural resources. Pressurized hot water extraction (PHWE) is among the solvent free and efficient methods for extracting bioactive compounds.

Experimental: In this study, the suitability of PHWE for extracting bioactive compounds such as phenolics, hydrolysable tannins and flavonoids from was investigated by UPLC-qTOF-MS.

Fecal and Urinary Incontinence Associated with Pregnancy and Childbirth.

Introduction: Fecal incontinence (FI) and urinary incontinence (UI) are major problems faced by women worldwide, with pregnancy and delivery representing two major risk factors for these conditions. The prevalence of FI and UI varies across studies. In our region, only a few publications have addressed this topic.

The Impact of Pediatric Epilepsy on Children and Families: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study.

Background And Objectives: Epilepsy is considered one of the most prevalent causes of morbidity in children. The aim of this study is to determine how epilepsy impacts the lives of children with epilepsy and their families.

Methods: A translated version of the "Impact of Pediatric Epilepsy Scale" (IPES) questionnaire was completed by the 80 mothers of children with epilepsy, recruited at three hospitals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia This is a validated self-administered questionnaire used to assess the impact of epilepsy on the lives of the child and family, as well as the quality of life (QoL) of the child.

Effect of the Trauma Evaluation and Management module on the knowledge of senior medical students: a prospective cohort study.

Background: Despite the high incidence of motor vehicle collisions and associated mortality rates in Saudi Arabia, formal trauma training and management for undergraduate medical students is not optimal. The aim of our study was to assess the effect of the Trauma Evaluation and Management (TEAM) module on trauma knowledge among senior medical students.

Methods: Final-year medical students were recruited between September 2016 and May 2017 at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah.

Utilization of cross-matched blood in elective thyroid and parathyroid surgeries: a single-center retrospective study.

Background: Hospital blood banks face the common challenge of maintaining an adequate supply of blood products to serve all potential patients while minimizing the need to discard expired blood products. This study aimed to determine the risk of blood transfusion during elective thyroid and parathyroid surgery and potential factors related to blood loss and risk of transfusion in these cases.

Methods: The study included all thyroid and parathyroid surgeries performed at King Abdulaziz University Hospital between January 2015 and December 2017.

Atrial fibrillation: risk factors and comorbidities in a tertiary center in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of cardiac arrhythmia worldwide and carries significant risk of morbidity and mortality. The prevalence of AF is high in significant parts of the world, but not much is known from countries, such as Saudi Arabia.

Aims: To study the risk factors, etiologies, comorbidities, and outcome of AF in Saudi Arabia.

Population awareness of coronary artery disease risk factors in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a serious cardiovascular disorder affecting middle-aged individuals. It is a major cause of death among adults over the age of 35 years. In Saudi Arabia, CAD is associated with higher mortality rate, and Saudi patients are reported to have significantly higher prevalence of risk factors for CAD than the Western population.

Trends in mitral valve prolapse: a tertiary care center experience in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is the most common cardiac valvular abnormality in developed countries and it is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality.

Aim Of Work: To study the clinical presentations, risk factors, and echocardiographic features of patients with MVP in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective chart review study was conducted in King Abdulaziz teaching hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from 2007 to 2017.

Peripheral artery disease risk factors in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: a retrospective study.

Background: Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a major health problem in Saudi Arabia with considerable implications for morbidity and mortality. Many risk factors have been established for developing PAD, but the prevalence of these risk factors is variable from one country to another.

Aim: To identify the risk factors for PAD and study their prevalence in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Basic Life Support Knowledge Among a Nonmedical Population in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Providing basic life support (BLS) at the site of an accident is crucial to increase the survival rates of the injured people. It is especially relevant when health care is far away.

Objective: The aim of our study is to assess the BLS knowledge level of the Saudi Arabian population and identify influencing factors associated with level of knowledge about BLS.

Women's perception and attitude to medical students' participation in obstetrics and gynecology care.

Objectives: To determine the attitudes of obstetric and gynecological patients towards medical students' participation in clinical care.

Methods: Patients in an obstetric and gynecological practice in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, completed a structured self-administered online questionnaire to assess demographic, reproductive and lifestyle variables that affected their attitude towards the acceptance of medical students' participation in outpatient clinical care.

Results: Out of the 595 women surveyed, 64.