Publications by authors named "T Y El Sayegh"
Background: Bronchiectasis, a respiratory ailment, significantly impacts the life expectancy of individuals. This study aimed to explore the prevalence of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) among bronchiectasis patients, the resistance patterns within various antibiotic classes, and the associated factors with these organisms.
Methods: A retrospective observational analysis was conducted on adult bronchiectasis patients attending clinics at Jordan University Hospital.
Background: There is conflicting evidence regarding the impact of the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on antimicrobial resistance, with few studies conducted in low- and middle-income countries. We investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on multidrug resistant organisms (MDROs) among critically ill patients and their clinical outcomes.
Methods: This was a retrospective observational study of patients admitted to the medical Intensive Care Unit at Jordan University Hospital and had blood, urine, or bronchoalveolar bacterial cultures taken during 2 time periods: prepandemic (ie, 1/2016 to 1/2019) and pandemic (ie, 1/2020 to 1/2023).
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to investigate the risk of cardiovascular complications in patients with specific types of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), namely Rapid Eye Movement OSA (REM-OSA) and Positional OSA (POSA), due to limited existing evidence.
- - Researchers conducted a retrospective analysis of 1,026 polysomnography studies and found that patients with POSA exhibited better hypertension control and lower blood pressure compared to non-positional OSA patients, yet showed significant heart strain, indicated by altered left ventricular measurements.
- - The findings suggest that while POSA may be linked to poor cardiac function, it might not contribute significantly to the risk of atherogenic cardiovascular disease, highlighting the need for tailored clinical approaches in managing
Background And Objectives: Approximately 5 million fatalities occur annually due to stroke, along with its substantial effects on patient well-being and functional impairment. Research has established a connection between extended exposure to air pollutants and ischemic stroke. However, the link between short-term exposure to air pollutants and stroke remains less definitive.
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