Publications by authors named "Teef T Alzlami"
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic hematological disorder associated with significant mortality and a range of complex complications that manifest differently across various age groups. This study aimed to evaluate the demographic, clinical, and laboratory characteristics of SCD patients in Taif City, Saudi Arabia, with a focus on variations among children, adolescents, adults, and middle-aged individuals. A multicenter retrospective cohort study included 129 patients with confirmed diagnosis of SCD between January 2018 to October 2023 and divided into 4 cohorts.
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- The study investigates the prevalence and patterns of Potentially Inappropriate Prescribing (PIP) in older adults in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which is linked to patient safety risks and negative health outcomes.
- A comprehensive analysis of 14 studies involving 18,647 patients shows a median PIP prevalence of 54.4%, with higher rates in hospitals compared to primary care settings, and cardiovascular drugs being the most frequently misprescribed.
- The findings indicate that polypharmacy and chronic conditions like kidney disease and diabetes significantly increase the risk of PIP, highlighting the necessity for improved prescribing practices to enhance medication safety for older patients.