343 results match your criteria: "King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital[Affiliation]"

Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a common gynecological complaint affecting women of reproductive age. This study aimed to explore the management of AUB using the FIGO PALM-COEIN classification system. A cross-sectional study was conducted at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital, reviewing 500 medical records of women aged 20-50 years with AUB.

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Introduction: Several studies suggest a causal link between psychoactive agents and motor vehicle accidents (MVA). This study aimed to evaluate the impact of substance abuse and alcohol intoxication on the prognosis of high-speed MVA victims.

Methods: This is a single-center retrospective cross-sectional study involving adult multiple trauma cases who were admitted to the emergency department for high-speed MVA and underwent toxicological screening.

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Background/objectives: Root canal treatment (RCT) is a crucial procedure for preserving dental health. While its clinical success rates are well documented, patient-reported outcomes regarding quality of life remain less explored. This study aimed to assess the long-term impact of RCT performed in an educational hospital on patients' oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) using the Oral Health Impact Profile-14 (OHIP-14).

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) has evolved as an emergent co-intervention for sepsis and septic shock patients. Multiple studies discussed the pathophysiological value of vitamin C to reserve endothelial functionality and improve microcirculatory flow in these patients. Nevertheless, most randomized clinical trials failed to show the clinical impact of adding vitamin C to sepsis and septic shock.

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Antibiofilm efficacy of a calcium silicate-based intracanal medicament against Fusobacterium nucleatum strains.

Sci Rep

November 2024

Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, College of Dentistry, Princess Nourah Bint, Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, 11671, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

This study evaluated the antibiofilm efficacy of a calcium silicate-based intracanal medicament (Bio-C Temp) against Fusobacterium nucleatum (F. nucleatum). Dentin slices (n = 88) were inoculated with F.

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Background: Glenoid loosening is an issue in anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (a-TSA). This has been attributed to abnormal glenoid anatomy, common among these patients. Different alternatives have been proposed to tackle glenoid bone loss and restore joint alignment with augmented glenoid implants being increasingly used to deal with this problem.

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Oral and Pharyngeal Diverticula: A Rare Case of Dysphagia and Diagnostic Challenges.

Medicina (Kaunas)

October 2024

Department of Health Communication Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, P.O Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.

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  • - A 62-year-old man in Saudi Arabia developed rare diverticular pouches in his oral cavity, leading to symptoms like difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), weight loss, and a sensation of something stuck in the throat (globus sensation).
  • - Various diagnostic tests, such as ultrasound and CT scans, failed to detect the diverticula until specialized studies (like the videofluoroscopic swallow study and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation) revealed multiple pouches.
  • - Despite recommendations for surgery by a healthcare team, the patient declined treatment, highlighting the need for improved diagnostic methods for dysphagia and more research on diverticular disease in the upper gastrointestinal tract.
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  • The study aimed to evaluate the validity of the Arabic translations of the Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Scale (VADRS-A) through analyses involving parents and teachers in Saudi Arabia.
  • It included a sample of 1,812 participants, assessing children aged 5 to 12, with parents rating the Arabic Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Parent Rating Scale (VADPRS-A) and teachers using the Arabic Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Teacher Rating Scale (VADTRS-A).
  • Results showed a strong consistency and correlation among the factors of both scales, with high percentages of variance explained (59% for VADPRS-A and 69.20% for VADTRS-A), indicating their effectiveness in diagnosing ADHD.
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Effectiveness of 8-Week Exercise Programs in Improving Menstrual Characteristics in Female Adolescents in Saudi Arabia.

Healthcare (Basel)

October 2024

Program of Physical Therapy, Department of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha 62521, Saudi Arabia.

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of 8-week exercise programs (aerobic, stretching, and aerobic plus stretching) in improving menstrual characteristics in female adolescents in Saudi Arabia. In this quasi-experimental study, seventy-eight healthy female adolescents aged 12-18 from secondary and high schools in Riyadh participated. Participants were divided into three groups and subjected to different types of exercises (aerobic, stretching, and aerobic plus stretching) for 20-30 min, three times a week.

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Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) in type 1 diabetes has been regarded as a major diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) risk factor. We aimed to determine secular trends in risk since CSII implementation in the 1980s. We assessed the relationship between time-varying CSII use and DKA events from 1983 to 2017 and by each decade in the 1441 Diabetes Control and Complications Trial/Epidemiology of Diabetes Interventions and Complications Study participants using crude and adjusted Cox proportional hazards models.

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Sleep patterns and quality during summer and academic year among female university students.

Neurosciences (Riyadh)

October 2024

From the Department of Neurosciences (Alshahrani), and the College of Medicine (Alzuabi, Alkalthem, Alhadidi, Alrajhi), King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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  • The study aimed to evaluate sleep patterns and quality among female university students during summer vacation and the first four weeks of the academic year at a university in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • 385 female students participated, revealing that the percentage of students sleeping before midnight increased from 32.9% during summer to 44.6% in week 4, while average sleep hours decreased significantly from 8.97 to 7.01 hours.
  • The research found poorer sleep quality and higher daytime fatigue during the academic year compared to summer vacation, with satisfaction levels dropping notably from 25.2% in summer to 9.4% by week 4.
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Delayed Revision Closed Reduction and Percutaneous Pinning of a Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fracture: A Case Report.

Cureus

September 2024

Division of Orthopedics, Department of Surgery, King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz University Hospital, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, SAU.

Supracondylar humerus fractures (SCH) are the most prevalent elbow fractures in the pediatric age group. Delay in treatment poses challenges and an elevated risk of complications. We describe a case of revision for postoperative malalignment with closed reduction percutaneous pinning with good clinical outcomes.

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Patients' experience of telehealth clinics during the COVID-19 pandemic: Cross-sectional study.

Medicine (Baltimore)

September 2024

Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, 11459 Zagazig, Egypt.

Globally, the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in 2019 has accelerated the adoption of telehealth technologies. The implementation of the Saudi Telemedicine Network (STN) and other digital health initiatives, such as the telehealth clinic (THC) at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAAUH), exemplifies this trend in Saudi Arabia. The aim of this study was to explore the patients' experience of THC in KAAUH during the COVID-19 pandemic and their' beliefs about their readiness to replace the traditional onsite clinical visits with THC from March to September 2020.

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This study is an attempt to explore war-related trauma, its stressful effects, and the coping strategies of Saudi schoolchildren. The authors hypothesized that children exposed to war-related trauma will show higher levels of PTSD, and that those with higher levels of PTSD symptoms use more maladaptive coping strategies. The study describes the correlation between traumatic events and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well as coping strategies.

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Background: Low titer group O whole blood (LTOWB) is commonly used for severe bleeding in trauma patients. LTOWB may also benefit young children requiring cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) at risk of severe bleeding.

Study Design And Methods: In this retrospective study, children <2 years old who underwent cardiac surgery with CPB were included.

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  • The study assesses how well three electronic apex locators (EALs) identify the apical constriction (AC) in molar canals, which is crucial for successful root canal treatments.* -
  • Forty extracted human mandibular molars were tested, showing that Root ZX-mini and Root ZX-II had higher accuracy in locating the AC compared to the Sirona integrated device, with most readings categorized as 'close'.* -
  • All EALs provided reliable results whether used in dry canals or with EDTA gel, indicating they can effectively determine AC without being influenced by lubricants; however, Root ZX-mini and Root ZX-II showed significantly better performance.*
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  • Chromosome 16p11.2 deletions and duplications are significant genetic variations linked to a range of clinical outcomes, including developmental delays and autism spectrum disorders, with phenotypic differences among individuals.
  • This study identified a de novo recurrent deletion in a Saudi girl, leading to severe cognitive and motor disabilities, alongside rare symptoms like optic atrophy and Dandy-Walker spectrum features.
  • The research aims to enhance understanding of genetic disorders in the MENA region, highlighting the unique genetic variations present despite the rarity of these conditions.
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Whole blood is a product that contains all three blood components (plasma, red blood cells, and platelets). This systemic review and meta-analysis was conducted to identify barriers and obstacles to establishing whole blood transfusion protocols in civilian hospitals. The study was conducted using PRISMA guidelines with PROSPERO registration No.

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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of different techniques in removing calcium silicate intracanal medicament (Bio-C Temp). Forty human single-canaled premolars were randomly distributed into five groups (n = 8). All root canals were instrumented, then filled with Bio-C Temp.

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Background: There has been an increased focus on children as a target for primordial prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD). In particular, girls should receive attention to combat the burden of CVD in women, because women have higher CVD mortality and morbidity rates than men do. As health literacy is paramount, the evaluation of awareness, and knowledge of CVD and its risk factors and their associations with the lifestyles of girls forms the basis for planning cardiovascular health promotion programs aiming to improve girls' immediate health and reduce the future burden of CVD among women.

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  • - The study investigates women's perceptions and attitudes toward antidepressant use during pregnancy in Saudi Arabia, highlighting that over 280 million people globally suffer from depression, with women being more affected than men.
  • - Conducted on a university campus, the survey revealed that 64% of women had negative perceptions about antidepressants, influenced by social stigma, religious beliefs, and fear of addiction, while only 20% had positive views.
  • - The findings underscore the importance of developing tailored awareness programs to improve understanding and decision-making regarding antidepressant use among pregnant women in Saudi Arabia.
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Background: The present study evaluated the effect of a bioceramic intracanal medicament (Bio-C Temp) on the push-out bond strength of bioceramic cements.

Methods: Forty-eight human single-canaled premolars were prepared and randomly divided into three groups: Group (A) received no intracanal medicament; Group (B) calcium hydroxide (CH); and Group (C) Bio-C Temp. After medicament removal, the roots were sectioned transversely.

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Prognostic Implications of Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Adults on Long-term Mortality and Diabetes-Related Complications.

Can J Diabetes

October 2024

Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Institute of Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Electronic address:

Objectives: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) occurring after diabetes diagnosis is often associated with risk factors for other diabetes-related complications. In this study, we aimed to determine the prognostic implications of DKA on all-cause mortality and complications in type 1 diabetes (T1D).

Methods: Previously collected data from the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial/Epidemiology of Diabetes Interventions and Complications (DCCT/EDIC) study were obtained through the the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Central Repository.

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