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View article: Epidemiology and antimicrobial resistance of uropathogens in a tertiary care setting in Yemen: a retrospective study
Epidemiology and antimicrobial resistance of uropathogens in a tertiary care setting in Yemen: a retrospective study Open
Background: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a major global health concern, particularly in resource-limited regions where antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is increasingly prevalent. This study aimed to describe the demographic characteri…
View article: Prevalence of urolithiasis in children from the EMRO region: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Prevalence of urolithiasis in children from the EMRO region: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
View article: Prevalence of urolithiasis in adults of the Eastern Mediterranean region: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Prevalence of urolithiasis in adults of the Eastern Mediterranean region: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Urolithiasis is a disease with a prevalence of 5% to 15% worldwide, especially in developed countries. Various factors contribute to the increasing trend, including changes in lifestyle, diet, and cultural, economic, and geographical influ…
View article: Complications in emergency ureteroscopy for ureteral stone treatment: a retrospective study
Complications in emergency ureteroscopy for ureteral stone treatment: a retrospective study Open
Background: Data on complications associated with emergency ureteroscopy for ureteral stones are limited, particularly in developing countries. This study investigates factors contributing to complications in emergency ureteroscopy utilizi…
View article: Assessing the Predictive Accuracy of the S.T.O.N.E. Score for Stone-Free Rates in Semirigid Pneumatic Ureteral Lithotripsy: Implications for Validation
Assessing the Predictive Accuracy of the S.T.O.N.E. Score for Stone-Free Rates in Semirigid Pneumatic Ureteral Lithotripsy: Implications for Validation Open
The S.T.O.N.E. score is a valuable tool for predicting post-ULT SFR, aiding preoperative decision-making and potentially improving surgical outcomes by identifying high-risk patients. Further validation in diverse populations is needed to …
View article: Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice (KAP) Among Dentists toward Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Shiraz, Iran
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice (KAP) Among Dentists toward Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Shiraz, Iran Open
Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common workplace musculoskeletal disorder, and dentists are a high-risk group due to their work conditions. This study aims to obtain a full understanding of knowledge, attitude, and practice (…
View article: Encrusted ureteral double J stents risk factors: A retrospective study
Encrusted ureteral double J stents risk factors: A retrospective study Open
Background: The consequences and potential complications of encrusted double J (DJ) stents can be devastating. This work retrospectively reviews a series of Yemeni patients with encrusted DJ stents and shares the experience of handling suc…
View article: Role of tunica vaginalis flap and dartos flap in tubularized incisional plate for primary hypospadias repair: A retrospective monocentric study
Role of tunica vaginalis flap and dartos flap in tubularized incisional plate for primary hypospadias repair: A retrospective monocentric study Open
Background: In the tubularized incised plate (TIP) procedure, flap interposition between the skin and neourethra is highly recommended to decrease the postoperative fistula rate. However, there is no consensus regarding the ideal flap for …
View article: Surgical Management of Giant Cervico-Axillo-Thoracic Cystic Hygroma: A Case Report
Surgical Management of Giant Cervico-Axillo-Thoracic Cystic Hygroma: A Case Report Open
Cystic hygroma (CH) is a congenital malformation of the lymphatic system commonly treated with surgical excision. The typical locations of this lesion are the cervico-facial and cervicothoracic region and other rare locations include axill…
View article: Preliminary results in comparison of caudal epidural injection of hyaluronidase versus hypertonic saline in managing lumbosacral canal stenosis: A randomized clinical trial
Preliminary results in comparison of caudal epidural injection of hyaluronidase versus hypertonic saline in managing lumbosacral canal stenosis: A randomized clinical trial Open
Background: Lumbosacral spinal stenosis (LSS) is one of the most common causes of back pain and disability. Its treatment varies from conservative and medical to surgical treatment, and the indications for its optimal management are not ob…
View article: Complications of intestinal ascariasis requiring surgical intervention
Complications of intestinal ascariasis requiring surgical intervention Open
As a global parasitic disease, Ascariasis has the highest prevalence in the tropical areas of developing countries, such as Yemen. This study was conducted to present our experience in three cases of surgical complications of ascariasis, r…
View article: A case report of forgotten double J stent with giant calculus formation from the renal pelvis to the bladder
A case report of forgotten double J stent with giant calculus formation from the renal pelvis to the bladder Open
Double j stent is commonly used in urological procedures. Its main purpose is to afford the sufficient drainage from the renal pelvis to the urinary bladder. Following increased usage of double-J stent, several consequences associated to i…
View article: A case report of a huge euthyroid goiter with retrosternal extension
A case report of a huge euthyroid goiter with retrosternal extension Open
Massive goiter with retrosternal extension is most frequently found in the anterior mediastinum; however, 10%–15% of the cases are found in the posterior mediastinum. It may induce symptoms caused by tracheal, esophageal, and recurrent lar…
View article: Outcome of Transperitoneal Laparoscopic Ureterolithotomy (TPLU) for proximal ureteral stone > 15 mm: Our experience with 60 cases
Outcome of Transperitoneal Laparoscopic Ureterolithotomy (TPLU) for proximal ureteral stone > 15 mm: Our experience with 60 cases Open
Purpose: We aim to review our experience of transperitoneal laparoscopic ureterolithotomy (TPLU) for proximal ureteric stone more than 15 mm. Patients and methods: Between June 2017 to December 2020, sixty patients with a history of unsucc…
View article: Catastrophic Complications of Circumcision by Traditional Circumcisers
Catastrophic Complications of Circumcision by Traditional Circumcisers Open
Circumcision is one of the important public surgeries performed globally. It is a popular non-therapeutic procedure that can be performed by people of various abilities and skills, ranging from trained medical practitioners to non-speciali…
View article: Hydatid Disease of the Liver Presenting as Spontaneous Cutaneous Fistula
Hydatid Disease of the Liver Presenting as Spontaneous Cutaneous Fistula Open
Hydatid cyst (HC) disease is a parasitic infection produced by cysts containing the Echinococcus granulosus larval phase. Patients with HC disease are typically asymptomatic until incidentally diagnosed or when complications occur. …
View article: Migration of a Ventriculo-peritoneal Shunt into the Scrotum
Migration of a Ventriculo-peritoneal Shunt into the Scrotum Open
View article: Optimal clamping time in meatotomy procedure for children with meatal stenosis: Experience with 120 cases
Optimal clamping time in meatotomy procedure for children with meatal stenosis: Experience with 120 cases Open
Objective: During meatotomy procedure for children with meatal stenosis (MS), a straight clamp used as a hemostat on the ventrum of the meatus before incised with scissors for clamping and holding bleeding from the site of operation. The a…
View article: Minimal invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (Mini-PCNL) in children: Ultrasound versus fluoroscopic guidance
Minimal invasive percutaneous nephrolithotomy (Mini-PCNL) in children: Ultrasound versus fluoroscopic guidance Open
Background: Miniaturization of endoscopic instruments in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) allowed less invasive procedures with low complication rates, especially in children. This study was conducted to evaluate the safety and efficacy…
View article: Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice (KAP) Among Dentists toward Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Shiraz, Iran.
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice (KAP) Among Dentists toward Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Shiraz, Iran. Open
Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common work-place musculoskeletal disorder, and dentists are a high-risk group due to their work conditions. This study aims to obtaining a full understanding of knowledge, attitude and practic…
View article: Newborn with Hernia Umbilical Cord: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Newborn with Hernia Umbilical Cord: A Case Report and Review of Literature Open
Saif Ghabisha,1 Faisal Ahmed,2 Saleh Al-wageeh,1 Ebrahim Al-shami,2 Khalil Al-naggar,2 Ghamdan Obaid,3 Mohammad Reza Askarpour4 1Department of General Surgery, Ibb University of Medical Science, Ibb, Yemen; 2Urology Research Center, Al-Tho…
View article: Isolated Giant Primary Splenic Hydatid Cyst in a 10-Year-Old Boy: A Case Report
Isolated Giant Primary Splenic Hydatid Cyst in a 10-Year-Old Boy: A Case Report Open
Hydatid cyst (HD) disease is a parasitic infection produced by cysts containing the larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus. It occurs worldwide, but its prevalence is higher in the rural communities of some developing countries like Yemen…
View article: <p>Penile Injury During Ritual Circumcision</p>
Penile Injury During Ritual Circumcision Open
Purpose: Circumcision is one of the most prevalently performed surgeries worldwide. It is a common non-therapeutic procedure, which, based on the cultural and social background of people, could be performed by individuals at different leve…
View article: <p>Congenital Isolated Penile Torsion: A Case Report in 2 Brothers</p>
Congenital Isolated Penile Torsion: A Case Report in 2 Brothers Open
Penile torsion is a congenital anomaly rarely detected in isolation and mostly accompanied by hypospadias and chordee. It could also happen iatrogenically after penile circumcision. In previous literature, the incidence rate of isolated pe…
View article: Use of anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of traumatic bilateral hemipelvectomy after major pelvic trauma: a case report
Use of anterolateral thigh flap for reconstruction of traumatic bilateral hemipelvectomy after major pelvic trauma: a case report Open