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View article: Opioid Control for Patients With Sickle Cell Anemia in Emergency Departments in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia
Opioid Control for Patients With Sickle Cell Anemia in Emergency Departments in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia Open
Introduction Sickle cell anemia (SCA) affects the Saudi Arabian population significantly, with 4.2% carriers and 0.26% affected. Vaso-occlusive crises cause severe pain due to blood vessel blockage by sickled cells, leading to frequent eme…
View article: Understanding the effects of COVID-19 on patients with diabetic nephropathy: a systematic review
Understanding the effects of COVID-19 on patients with diabetic nephropathy: a systematic review Open
Background: Diabetic nephropathy is one of the consequences of diabetes mellitus that causes a continuous decline in the eGFR. After the COVID-19 pandemic, studies have shown that patients with diabetic nephropathy who had contracted COVID…
View article: Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Medical Students at the University of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Medical Students at the University of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Open
Background This study aims to identify the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic impact on the academic, financial, psychological, and hygienic aspects of medical students at the University of Jeddah. Methodology Three hundred fifty…
View article: Recent Technical Developments in the Field of Laparoscopic Surgery: A Literature Review
Recent Technical Developments in the Field of Laparoscopic Surgery: A Literature Review Open
The benefits of laparoscopic surgery (LS) include a speedy recovery, shorter duration of hospital stay, minimal postoperative pain, discomfort and disabilities, and better cosmetic outcomes (less scarring) that help an individual to resume…
View article: Knowledge, perception and attitudes toward epilepsy among medical students at King Abdulaziz University
Knowledge, perception and attitudes toward epilepsy among medical students at King Abdulaziz University Open
Introduction: Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by repetitive seizures which could occur in different forms depending on the site of brain disturbance. It has both psychological as well as social effects resulting i…
View article: Perception, Academic Performance, Gender Judgment and Barriers among Surgeons' Career Progression in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Perception, Academic Performance, Gender Judgment and Barriers among Surgeons' Career Progression in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
The findings reveal the persisting discrepancies based on gender in the surgical field in Saudi Arabia. A nationwide movement limiting working hours, encouraging medical students to enter surgery, and upholding women in leadership position…
View article: The association of stress with sleep quality among medical students at King Abdulaziz University
The association of stress with sleep quality among medical students at King Abdulaziz University Open
A high prevalence of stress and poor sleep quality was found among the students and the study confirms a strong association between them. We recommend establishing courses focusing on educating the students about proper sleep hygiene and h…
View article: Negative Appendectomy Rate and Risk Factors That Influence Improper Diagnosis at King Abdulaziz University Hospital
Negative Appendectomy Rate and Risk Factors That Influence Improper Diagnosis at King Abdulaziz University Hospital Open
Proper clinical evaluation involves documenting Alvarado score, using CRP, efficient radiological utilization. Also, considering more referrals to gynecological specialists of similar presentation especially females at reproductive age. In…
View article: Preliminary experience with laparoscopic common bile duct exploration
Preliminary experience with laparoscopic common bile duct exploration Open
LCBDE is a safe and cost effective option for CBD stones in short-term outcome and can be performed provided proper laparoscopic expertise and facilities are available.