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Human health risk assessment from potentially toxic elements in the soils of Sudan: A meta-analysis.

Sci Total Environ

December 2024

Department of Physical Geography, University of Göttingen, 37077 Göttingen, Germany. Electronic address:

Potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in soils threaten human health through several exposure pathways. However, health risks posed by PTEs in soils in developing countries have not yet been comprehensively investigated. Thus, such countries lack important information that is needed to implement sustainable solutions.

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Schistosomiasis is considered the most widespread parasitic infection. Both and are present, and as waterborne infections, their epidemiology is closely associated with proximity and exposure to freshwater sources. The objective of the current study is to estimate the pooled prevalence of schistosomiasis among the Sudanese population and examine any associated sociocultural risk factors.

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Acute appendicitis is one of the most common surgical emergencies. Simple appendicitis can be a complicated periappendiceal abscess. Despite the fact that there are several treatment options for periappendiceal abscesses, there is no consensus on the optimal treatment method; some surgeons prefer appendectomy, while others prefer relying on non-operative approaches using antibiotic therapy with or without percutaneous drainage.

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Introduction: Patients undergoing maintenance dialysis have a higher mortality rate compared to the general population. It is known that angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) have protective effects on the kidney; however, few studies have directly compared their impact on mortality in patients undergoing dialysis. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ACEIs, ARBs, or their combination in reducing all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in maintenance dialysis patients.

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Background: Following the latest war in 2023, over nine million people have been internally displaced, of which White Nile State received over 50,000. They lived in different camps and moved to big cities. This study assessed the scope of mental and physical concerns among the IDPs to identify important healthcare needs.

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Background: Attention is increasingly paid to length of stay (LOS) in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) across countries. Few published data on neonatal LOS exist in Africa, where there is a high burden of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Thus, this study investigated the factors associated with neonatal LOS in the NICU of Gadarif Hospital, Eastern Sudan.

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Recent research focuses on developing meat products with health-promoting properties to reduce disease risk, particularly using natural polysaccharides due to their antioxidant and antibacterial effects. These polysaccharides, sourced from various materials, act through diverse structural mechanisms, inhibiting pathogen growth, enhancing oxidative stability, and improving meat flavor. This study highlights the role of meat proteins in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their importance in enhancing processed meat quality.

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Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2-i) have been shown to reduce risks of clinical events in patients with heart failure (HF). However, data on the use of SGLT2-i in patients with left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are scarce. We thought to assess the efficacy and safety of SGLT2-i in patients with LVADs.

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Background  Malaria, a persistent public health issue in Nigeria, particularly among children, is often complicated by misdiagnosis, hindering effective treatment and control. The global adoption of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for malaria has significantly improved management. This study, therefore, compares the diagnostic performance of microscopy, RDT, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for Plasmodium falciparum detection in children in Kano state, Nigeria, providing crucial insights for effective control and elimination.

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Background: Reduced fetal movements (RFM) are a significant concern in obstetric care. They often indicate fetal distress and are associated with adverse perinatal outcomes such as stillbirth and intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). While RFM is recognized as a critical marker of fetal well-being, there is a limit to the data available on its risk factors and outcomes in the Port Sudan region.

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Anaemia among adolescents is a worldwide health problem; however, data on anaemia among adolescents in Sudan are scarce. A cross-sectional study was conducted to investigate the prevalence and associated factors of anaemia and iron-deficiency anaemia among adolescent schoolchildren in northern Sudan. Socio-demographic information was collected using a questionnaire.

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing our world at an exponential rate and its transformative power has extensively reached important sectors like healthcare. In the fight against cancer, AI proved to be a novel and powerful tool, offering new hope for prevention and early detection. In this review, we will comprehensively explore the medical applications of AI, including early cancer detection through pathological and imaging analysis, risk stratification, patient triage, and the development of personalized prevention approaches.

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Background Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein. VTE includes deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). Regular monitoring and risk assessment are crucial for effectively using VTE prevention measures.

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Objectives: Our objectives were to ascertain: the prevalence and socio-economic distribution of hypertension, as well as the rates of undiagnosed and untreated hypertension; the association between socioeconomic status (SES) and the occurrence of hypertension, as well as the rates of undiagnosed and untreated hypertension; and the factors influencing the poor-non-poor gap in terms of the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of hypertension.

Design: Cross-sectional nationally representative study.

Methods: Data from the 2017-18 Bangladesh Demographic Health Survey were used.

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The Sudan conflict has created a severe humanitarian crisis, displacing millions and crippling the healthcare system, leading to a resurgence of infectious diseases such as malaria, cholera, and measles. Overcrowded refugee camps with poor sanitation and limited resources have fueled outbreaks, exacerbated by disrupted immunization programs and seasonal rains. Malaria is spreading rapidly due to inadequate mosquito control, while cholera outbreaks, linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation, have overwhelmed health facilities.

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Background: The capacity to anticipate future health issues is important for both policy makers and practitioners in the USA, as such insights can facilitate effective planning, investment, and implementation strategies. Forecasting trends in disease and injury burden is not only crucial for policy makers but also garners substantial interest from the general populace and leads to a better-informed public. Through the integration of new data sources, the refinement of methodologies, and the inclusion of additional causes, we have improved our previous forecasting efforts within the scope of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) to produce forecasts at the state and national levels for the USA under various possible scenarios.

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Congenital knee dislocation (CKD) is a rare condition; it occurs when the femoral condyle is posteriorly placed in relation to the proximal articular surface of the tibia. This displacement can happen in isolation or in association with other syndromes. Physical examination at birth is important in diagnosing CKD, with many classifications that guide its diagnosis and treatment.

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  • - Team-based learning promotes active student engagement and collaboration, with this study assessing its impact on accountability, performance, and satisfaction among 214 nursing students at Jazan University.
  • - A significant 85% of students prepared using pre-class materials, and most reported high satisfaction with their sessions, believing that this learning approach motivated greater involvement.
  • - The findings indicated noteworthy improvements in male students’ scores, showing a significant gender effect, and suggested team-based learning's potential to enhance nursing education, although further research is recommended to validate these results.
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Introduction: The spread of multidrug-resistant pathogens is a major global health concern. A survey was conducted to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes towards antimicrobial use and resistance in Sudan.

Methodology: A cross-sectional survey with a 39-item questionnaire was distributed via social media platforms to Sudanese residents in Khartoum state.

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Introduction: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is an autoimmune disorder with fibrosis in multiple organs, autoantibodies, and microvascular abnormalities. Its origin is unclear, but it may result from circulatory damage, collagen metabolism disruption, and modifications in immunoregulation. The disease affects various organs and has high morbidity and mortality rates.

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Background: Mycetoma, a neglected tropical disease endemic to Sudan, is traditionally characterized as a painless condition. However, recent studies reporting painful mycetoma lesions have challenged this assumption. With limited reports in the medical literature regarding pain in mycetoma, this study was conducted to investigate the risk factors for painful mycetoma lesions in patients visiting the Mycetoma Research Centre (MRC) in Khartoum, Sudan.

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Bi-allelic variants in WDR47 cause a complex neurodevelopmental syndrome.

EMBO Mol Med

November 2024

Institut de Génétique et de Biologie Moléculaire et Cellulaire, IGBMC, Illkirch, F-67404, France.

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