Burden levels and predictive factors among caregivers of hemodialysis patients: a cross-sectional study in Oman.

Background: Caring for individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a highly demanding task that can adversely affect the physical and psychological well-being of caregivers.

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the burden experienced by caregivers of patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD) in Oman and explore the factors associated with this burden, including demographic and medical characteristics.

Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional was employed.

The impact of loneliness on mental and physical health outcomes: An umbrella review.

Loneliness and related constructs associated with isolation are public health problems with increasing prevalence. The aim of this umbrella was to collate and grade evidence analyzing actual and subjective loneliness as a health risk factor. Following prospective registration, a systematic search was conducted in Pubmed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Sciences, psycoINFO and Cochrane Library until August 2023.

Cluster analysis of cancer knowledge, attitudes and behaviors in the Moroccan population.

Background: Cancer has become a major health concern due to the increasing morbidity and mortality rates, and its negative social, economic consequences and the heavy financial burden incurred by cancer patients. About 40% of cancers are preventable. The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding cancer prevention, and associated characteristics to inform the development of targeted cancer prevention campaigns and policies.

(L.) Haw in skin carcinogenesis: insights from an male Swiss mouse model study.

Skin cancer is the most widespread type of malignant tumor representing a major public health concern. Considering the numerous side effects associated with conventional treatments, phytotherapy may be regarded as a viable medicinal alternative. This study aimed to investigate the therapeutic potential of (L.

Improving the quality of care and patient safety in oncology, the contribution of simulation-based training: A scoping review.

Objective: Simulation-based training (SBT) is an effective educational method widely used in many clinical settings, including oncology. This study aimed to undertake a scoping review of research related to SBT in oncology to provide a comprehensive understanding of the role of SBT in enhancing the skills of healthcare professionals and thereby improving the quality of care and patient safety in oncology.

Methods: We conducted a scoping review to map published studies in Medline, Scopus, and Web of Science databases.

Evaluation of the relationship between restless legs syndrome, mental status, and sleep disorders among Moroccan women during their third trimester of pregnancy.

Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a motor disorder encountered during pregnancy and leads to psychological and sleep impairments. The latter seems to be non-restorative and its occurrence alters the quality of life of pregnant women. The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of RLS and its relationship with both anxio-depressive symptoms and sleep disorders among a population of Moroccan pregnant women during their third trimester of pregnancy.

Age and Sex in the Development of Hepatic Encephalopathy: Role of Alcohol.

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a neurological condition linked to liver failure. Acute HE (Type A) occurs with acute liver failure, while chronic HE (Type C) is tied to cirrhosis and portal hypertension. HE treatments lag due to gaps in understanding its development by gender and age.

Effects of autoclaving and disinfection on 3D surgical guides using LCD technology for dental implant.

Background: Surgical guides can improve the precision of implant placement and minimize procedural errors and their related complications. This study aims to determine how different disinfection and sterilization methods affect the size changes of drill guide templates and the mechanical properties of 3D-printed surgical guides made with LCD technology.

Methods: We produced a total of 100 samples.

Seroprevalence study of dengue-malaria coinfection in an East-Cameroonian public hospital: A comparison between malarial and non-malarial groups.

Backgrounds Objectives: Recent research in Cameroon reported several occurrences of dengue in urban settings, but concurrent dengue-malaria infection has received less attention, particularly in the East region.

Methods: A two-month cross-sectional and comparative research was performed at Bertoua Regional Hospital which included 50 malaria-positive participants and 90 non-malaria subjects. Participants were selected and provided with a questionnaire to collect sociodemographic data.

Identification and management of mental health distress in Moroccan patients with cancer: Strategies adopted by oncology nurses and barriers to practice.

Background: Adressing mental distress among cancer patients presents a substantial challenge in the delivery of oncology care.

Aims: This present study aims to explore the nursing strategies for identifying and managing distress in cancer patients as well as the concomitant barriers that prevent them from achieving this task.

Methods: This qualitative study is based on a semi-structured interview with 25 practicing nurses in oncology.

Establishment of beam qualities for medical applications (mammography and CT) in the gamma and X calibration laboratory of CNESTEN according to EN 61267 standards.

The present study aimed to validate the different radiodiagnostic beam qualities (RQT, WAH and WAV) by the measurements of the X-ray beams HVL of a HOPEWELL generator, X80-225 kV from a high voltage range of 10 at 200 kV, at CNESTEN Gamma and X Calibration Laboratory. The experiments were carried out using the PTW TN 32005 ionization chamber, established at 100 cm from the center of the X-ray tube and connected to a SUPERMAX electrometer. The HVL values were measured by applying the attenuation law to the flow of Kair air kerma, including their uncertainties.

Ethnobotanical survey on herbal remedies for the management of type 2 diabetes in the Casablanca-Settat region, Morocco.

Background: Morocco faces a substantial public health challenge due to diabetes mellitus, affecting 12.4% of adults in 2023. The Moroccan population makes extensive use of phytotherapy and traditional medicine to address the difficulties this chronic condition poses.

Microbiological quality of gluten-free meals, naturally gluten free foods, and gluten free-labelled products.

Background: The rising prevalence of gluten-related disorders such as celiac disease explains the increased consumption of gluten-free foods (GFF). However, these foods must be safe in terms of both gluten content and contamination by pathogenic microorganisms in order to avoid food poisoning.

Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the microbiological quality of gluten-free meals, naturally gluten free foods, and gluten free-labelled products.

Critical thinking in nursing and midwifery learning: Quantitative and qualitative review.

Background: This study tried to make a quantitative and qualitative review of the scientific production of the mobilization of critical thinking in nursing and midwifery learning.

Materials And Methods: The search was carried out in the "Web of Science" and "PubMed" databases between 2001 and 2021, resulting in 43 articles using several keywords "critical thinking," "learning", "nursing," "midwifery". The study will be split into two parts: A quantitative review in the form of a bibliometric analysis and a qualitative one in the form of a literature review.

Dietary and Smoking Acrylamide and Prostate Cancer Risk: CAPLIFE Study.

Acrylamide is a probable carcinogen. Its main sources are the diet and tobacco. The association between acrylamide intake from the diet and tobacco and prostate cancer (PCa) has not been previously evaluated.

Assessment of patient safety culture in Moroccan primary health care: a multicentric study.

Background: Promoting patient safety is a critical concern for developing-countries health systems like Morocco. There is an increasing acknowledgment of the need to create a patient-centered culture with the aim to decrease the number of adverse events related to care and improve health-care quality in Morocco.

Objective: The purpose of this study is to examine the perceptions of health professionals working in primary care level of care facilities in Morocco about the concept of patient safety culture.

Gender and Body Mass Index Difference in Aerobic Capacity: A Study in Moroccan High School Students.

Different tests are used to evaluate the aerobic capacity of a person. This study aims to investigate the gender and Body Mass Index (BMI) difference in aerobic capacity measured by using shuttle and Spartacus test. The study was conducted on 230 high school students (135 girls and 95 boys) followed their study in public establishment in kenitra city (Morocco).

Predictors of outcomes 3 to 12 months after traumatic brain injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

The exact factors predicting outcomes following traumatic brain injury (TBI) remain elusive. In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we examined factors influencing outcomes in adult patients with TBI, from 3 months to 1 year after injury. A search of four electronic databases-PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and ScienceDirect-yielded 29 studies for review and 16 for meta-analysis, in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis guidelines.

Misconceptions about traumatic brain injury among nursing students: A cross-sectional study.

Aim: This study aimed to evaluate nursing students' potential misconceptions about traumatic brain injuries and the relationship between these misconceptions and students' sociodemographic characteristics.

Background: Although traumatic brain injuries have severe consequences, misconceptions about traumatic brain injury are widespread among healthcare professionals. Studying misconceptions about traumatic brain injury among nursing students can help enhance nursing curricula for better traumatic brain injury care and rehabilitation.

Major Limitations of Cardiovascular Risk Scores.

. Epidemiological studies conducted in extensive population cohorts have led to the creation of numerous cardiovascular risk predictor models. However, these tools have certain limitations that restrict its applicability.

Efficacy and safety of Mazdutide on weight loss among diabetic and non-diabetic patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Overweight and obesity are increasing global public health problems. Mazdutide is a new dual agonist drug that can potentially reduce weight and blood glucose levels simultaneously. However, the synthesis of evidence on the efficacy and safety of this drug is scarce.

Unusual intra-tracheal migration of a corrosive esophageal foreign body.

: intra-tracheal migration of esophageal foreign body is very uncommon and dangerous. It is most often caused by a vulnerable foreign body accidentally swallowed. We report the first observation of intra-tracheal migration of corrosive battery in our practice, with review of the literature.

Histopathological and morphological characterization of Cysticercus fasciolaris isolated from domestic and wild rodents in Morocco.

Cysticercus fasciolaris is a parasitic helminth that usually infects feline and canine mammal hosts. The intermediate hosts (rodents, occasionally lagomorphs, and humans) get infected by the consumption of feed or water contaminated with eggs. Rodents are vectors of disease and reservoirs of various zoonotic parasites.

Characterizing the progress in traumatic brain injuries research in North Africa: a systematic review.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) represents a major health concern worldwide. Currently, systematic TBI studies in North Africa are lacking. Nevertheless, they are highly needed to ameliorate TBI outcomes and increase survival rates among TBI patients.