11,091 results match your criteria: "King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre[Affiliation]"
BMC Med Educ
December 2024
King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Introduction: Recent international consensus statements advocate for the integration of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) into the global undergraduate medical curriculum. Some medical schools outside Saudi Arabia have already incorporated PoCUS into their undergraduate curricula to enhance anatomy, physiology and pathology instruction. However, there are no data on the potential role of PoCUS in the preclinical training of medical students in Saudi Arabia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Nurs Sci
November 2024
Faculty of Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing Department, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Objectives: The motives that lead to nurses' workplace silence behaviour are essential to understand, as the failure to voice their concerns and maintain silence may cause various adverse outcomes, including burnout, turnover, job dissatisfaction, low productivity, and mental and moral distress. This study aimed to identify the level and influencing motives of the workplace silence behaviour among nurses at the National Guard Hospital in Madinah.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted in January and February 2023.
Cardiol Res
December 2024
Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Scientific Computing Department, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSH&RC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Background: Syncope is a common medical condition. The reflex or neurally mediated syncope (NMS) is the most frequent type. The tilt table test (TTT) helps distinguish syncope from other common causes of complete loss of consciousness, such as epilepsy, define syncope subtypes and guide management.
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November 2024
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, SAU.
Subglottic and posterior glottic stenosis (PGS) narrows distinct areas of the larynx, while bilateral vocal fold immobility (BVFI) is characterized by static cords. Treatments include open surgeries and newer endoscopic methods, offering comparable safety, quicker recovery, and fewer complications. This study assesses the decannulation rate of endoscopic posterior cricoid split with posterior cartilage grafting (EPCCG) in pediatric patients with posterior glottic stenosis, subglottic stenosis (SGS), and BVFI.
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November 2024
General Physician, AlJaber Eye and ENT Hospital, Al-Ahsa, SAU.
Corneal curvature (CC) is a crucial ocular optical system parameter, indicating the shape of the cornea expressed in radii. This study aims to investigate the relationship between CC, age, gender, refractive errors, and central corneal thickness (CCT) in Saudi Arabia, a field lacking in research. Data were gathered from Imam Medical Center in Riyadh and Dr.
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November 2024
Department of Neurosurgery, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Jeddah, SAU.
Intraventricular glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is an extremely rare disease, with few cases reported in the literature. Here, we present a surgically managed case of an intraventricular GBM in a 54-day-old infant with a long-term follow-up period. The 54-day-old full-term male infant presented to the emergency department due to an increase in head size since the age of 21 days, associated with vomiting after feeding.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Clin Med
November 2024
Department of Neurology, King Abdulaziz Specialist Hospital, Taif 26521, Saudi Arabia.
: To evaluate the effect of bio-electromagnetic energy regulation (BEMER) therapy on erectile dysfunction (ED) in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). A triple-blind randomized clinical trial was conducted in two different centers. Fifty-two male participants with MS were randomly allocated into two groups.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInt J Mol Sci
November 2024
Department of Medicine, Academy of Applied Medical and Social Sciences-AMiSNS: Akademia Medycznych I Spolecznych Nauk Stosowanych, 82-330 Elbląg, Poland.
Aging is a multifactorial biological process characterized by a decline in physiological function and increasing susceptibility to various diseases, including malignancies and gastrointestinal disorders. Helicobacter pylori () infection is highly prevalent among older adults, particularly those in institutionalized settings, contributing to conditions such as atrophic gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, and gastric carcinoma. This review examines the intricate interplay between aging, gastrointestinal changes, and pathogenesis.
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November 2024
Molecular Oncology Department, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh 11211, Saudi Arabia.
Breast cancer remains a major global health concern and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. Early detection and effective treatment are essential in improving patient survival. Advances in omics technologies have provided deeper insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying breast cancer.
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October 2024
Gastroenterology Associates Inc. (Powered by GI Alliance), The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA.
Background: Isolated complex perianal fistulas, without luminal evidence of inflammatory bowel disease in the gastrointestinal tract, pose diagnostic and treatment dilemmas for gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons. For patients who develop recurrent complex fistulas, a presumptive diagnosis of Crohn's disease may be made. It is unclear whether these cases of isolated perianal disease in the absence of luminal inflammation truly represent isolated severe cryptoglandular fistulas or rather an early presentation of Crohn's disease.
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November 2024
Sanofi Global Medical Affairs Rare Diseases, Sanofi, Cambridge, MA, United States.
Cureus
November 2024
Family Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, SAU.
Background: This study aims to assess the knowledge level of family medicine physicians in Saudi Arabia, regarding basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). Recognizing the importance of timely and effective resuscitation in emergency medical care, the study explores the physicians' proficiency in key resuscitation concepts and identifies areas for improvement.
Methodology: Conducted as an observational cross-sectional study in Saudi Arabia, the research involved family medicine physicians from major hospital centers.
Cureus
November 2024
Department of Oncology, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, SAU.
Introduction Radiotherapy is a cornerstone in cancer treatment as a part of multidisciplinary team management. The field has evolved significantly over the past two decades due to technological advancement. To meet the increased need for manpower in the field, the radiation oncology residency program was first established in Saudi Arabia back in 2019.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Diabetes Complications
November 2024
Obesity, Endocrine and Metabolism Center, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Aim: To investigate predictors of liver fibrosis progression in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) over a minimum follow-up duration of three years.
Methods: Two hundred and thirty-three patients completed the follow-up period and their clinical, laboratory and liver FibroScan data are reported. Patients were categorized into progressors 42 (18.
Biochim Biophys Acta Rev Cancer
December 2024
Department of Molecular Oncology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh 11211, Saudi Arabia; Department of Medicine, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh 11211, Saudi Arabia.
Telomerase reverse transcriptase (TERT), a critical player in cellular immortalization, has emerged as a focal point of investigation due to its frequent promoter mutations in various human malignancies. TERT promoter mutations exhibit a significant role in tumorigenesis, fostering unbridled cellular proliferation and survival. This comprehensive review delves into the landscape of TERT promoter mutations and their profound implications in cancer, particularly within the context of gliomas.
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December 2024
Division of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital, Iowa City, IA, USA.
Background: Radiation exposure and the effect of anti-scatter grids are not well studied in premature infants during transcatheter patent ductus arteriosus closure.This study aimed to investigate whether the use of anti-scatter grids altered the level of radiation exposure to premature infants undergoing transcatheter patent ductus arteriosus closure.
Methods And Results: Demographic and radiation exposure data for premature infants who underwent transcatheter patent ductus arteriosus closure at the Stead Family Children's Hospital from 10/2019 to 10/2021 were retrospectively reviewed and analyzed.
Hosp Pract (1995)
December 2024
Radiodiagnostics and Medical Imaging Department, King Fahd Military Medical Complex, Dhahran, Eastern, Saudi Arabia.
Objectives: Trauma poses a significant health burden in Saudi Arabia, with high rates of morbidity and mortality rates. We evaluated the trends among trauma team (TT) physicians in Saudi Arabia regarding their awareness and referral practices for percutaneous endovascular arterial embolization (EAE) in bleeding patients.
Methods: A 13-question survey developed by consultants from various specialties assessed the knowledge of TT physicians regarding decision-making and appropriate approaches for managing traumatic bleeding.
Cureus
November 2024
Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, SAU.
Background And Objectives: Orthopedic surgeons' demanding work may negatively affect their health. This study examines the prevalence of musculoskeletal (MSK) issues, specifically back and neck pain, among orthopedic surgeons in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and explores contributing sociodemographic factors.
Materials And Methods: We conducted an observational study that assessed the prevalence of back and neck pain among certified orthopedic surgeons using an online survey, which included Logistic regression for risk factors, one-way ANOVA for disability-contributing factors, and Tukey's post-hoc test for subgroup analysis.
Genet Med Open
July 2024
Department of Clinical Genetics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Purpose: is one of the most frequently mutated genes in intellectual disability cohorts. Thus, far few adult-aged patients with -related disorder have been described, which limits our understanding of the disease's natural history and our ability to counsel patients and their families.
Methods: Data on patients aged 18+ years with -related disorder were collected through an online questionnaire completed by clinicians and parents.
JTCVS Tech
December 2024
Department of Thoracic Surgery & Lung Transplant, Lung Health Centre, Organ Transplant Center of Excellence, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
J Surg Case Rep
December 2024
Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam 32253, Saudi Arabia.
Chronic granulomatous invasive fungal rhinosinusitis (CGIFRS) is a type of invasive fungal rhinosinusitis that is characterized by the presence of pathologic findings of non-caseating granulomas in the paranasal sinuses. This article describes two cases of CGIFRS with fatal outcomes. The first case was for a 36-year-old man who presented with headache, dizziness, and vomiting for 1 month.
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November 2024
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Cancer remains a significant global health concern, and understanding factors that regulate cancer development is important. The microbiome, with its potential role in cancer development, progression, and treatment, has garnered increasing attention in recent years. The cervicovaginal and gastrointestinal microbiomes in females constitute complex biological ecosystems.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSaudi J Gastroenterol
December 2024
College of Medicine, Al Faisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Background: The prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) continues to increase worldwide, including in the Arab world. This study investigates IBD research output in Arab countries from 2009 to 2023, alongside prevalence and incidence trends.
Methods: We utilized bibliometric analysis with data from Clarivate Analytics, the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, and the World Bank.
Front Cardiovasc Med
November 2024
Department of Pediatrics, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Introduction: The lipid profiles of patients aged <15 years who have been diagnosed with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center (Riyadh) were examined.
Methods: The total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels of 17 patients were measured on initial presentation and compared with the levels measured after pharmacological treatment and then again after liver transplantation.
Results: At the end of the pharmacological treatment, the total cholesterol levels decreased by an average of 3.
Breathe (Sheff)
October 2024
Program of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery and New Technologies, Policlinic Hospital, Department of Surgery and Medical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy.
Volume reduction is a disease-modifying treatment that aims to reshape the diseased lung towards a more normal total lung capacity by removing severely damaged and overinflated lung parenchyma. It is an effective therapeutic strategy in well-selected patients, resulting in improvements in exercise tolerance, lung function, quality of life and survival. The most widespread strategies for volume reduction are either video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery or bronchoscopic lung volume reduction.
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