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View article: Efficacy of Topical Tacrolimus (FK506) in High-risk Penetrating Keratoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies
Efficacy of Topical Tacrolimus (FK506) in High-risk Penetrating Keratoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies Open
Corneal transplant rejection poses a significant challenge for patients undergoing high-risk penetrating keratoplasty (HR-PKP). We systematically reviewed the literature to evaluate the efficacy of combining topical tacrolimus with steroid…
View article: Prevalence of Intestinal Amebiasis Among Saudi Residents Living in the Al-Baha Region, Saudi Arabia
Prevalence of Intestinal Amebiasis Among Saudi Residents Living in the Al-Baha Region, Saudi Arabia Open
View article: Adjuvant Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors After Radical Surgery for High-Risk Urothelial Carcinoma: <i>A Meta-Analysis</i>
Adjuvant Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors After Radical Surgery for High-Risk Urothelial Carcinoma: <i>A Meta-Analysis</i> Open
Background Patients with high-risk muscle-invasive urothelial carcinoma (MIUC) remain at substantial risk of recurrence following radical surgery. Adjuvant immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) targeting the PD-1/PD-L1 axis have emerged as a…
View article: A-319 Evaluation of Hepatitis C Antibody Results by Immunoassay and Polymerase Chain Reaction Methods
A-319 Evaluation of Hepatitis C Antibody Results by Immunoassay and Polymerase Chain Reaction Methods Open
Background Any reactive hepatitis C Virus Antibody (HCV Ab) test requires confirmation by PCR method. This testing procedure requires submission of two separate sample tubes–one serum, the other plasma. The serum tube is tested for HCV ant…
View article: Clinical Impact Of Rapid Molecular Diagnostics For Respiratory Viruses In Emergency Care: A Retrospective Study From A Tertiary Hospital In Riyadh
Clinical Impact Of Rapid Molecular Diagnostics For Respiratory Viruses In Emergency Care: A Retrospective Study From A Tertiary Hospital In Riyadh Open
Background: Rapid molecular diagnostic tests are now important tools in emergency care because they can detect respiratory viruses more quickly than traditional PCR. This study examined their effect on clinical workflow and patient managem…
View article: Retraction Note: High Performance Organic Coatings of Polypyrrole Embedded with Manganese Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for Corrosion Protection of Conductive Copper Surface
Retraction Note: High Performance Organic Coatings of Polypyrrole Embedded with Manganese Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for Corrosion Protection of Conductive Copper Surface Open
View article: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Moxibustion in Hyperlipidemia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Moxibustion in Hyperlipidemia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Objective: Our systematic review aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of moxibustion (MXB) therapy for hyperlipidemia (HLP) by analyzing pre and post treatment outcomes. Methods: This meta-analysis of Randomized controlled trials (RCTs…
View article: Assessment of non-pharmacological methods for puerperal women: A narrative review
Assessment of non-pharmacological methods for puerperal women: A narrative review Open
During the postpartum period, many women experience perineal pain, often caused by perineal trauma such as tears or episiotomies. While pharmacological treatments like NSAIDs and analgesics are commonly used, their use requires caution, es…
View article: Biomechanical Diffusion Modelling of Postoperative Ocular Kinematics: A Novel Framework for Comparing LASIK versus Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Visual Outcomes
Biomechanical Diffusion Modelling of Postoperative Ocular Kinematics: A Novel Framework for Comparing LASIK versus Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Visual Outcomes Open
Background: Traditional assessments, such as refraction and wavefront aberrometry, do not capture the temporal fluctuations in visual performance following refractive surgery. To address this limitation, we propose a biomechanical diffusio…
View article: Awareness and Knowledge of Role of Physiotherapy in The Management of Knee Osteoarthritis Among Al-Baha Populations
Awareness and Knowledge of Role of Physiotherapy in The Management of Knee Osteoarthritis Among Al-Baha Populations Open
Background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent degenerative joint disease-causing significant morbidity and functional limitations globally. Physiotherapy plays a key role in managing knee OA, offering non-invasive approaches to reduc…
View article: Impact of Pharmacological Treatments on Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Impact of Pharmacological Treatments on Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background: Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a prominent complication in the course of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with a prevalence ranging from 5% to 60% and several phenotypes. The existing knowledge on the impact of different pharmaco…
View article: Physical Activity as a Modifiable Risk Factor for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Physical Activity as a Modifiable Risk Factor for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
View article: Efficacy and Safety of Epi-On vs Epi-Off Corneal Cross-Linking in Corneal Ectasia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Efficacy and Safety of Epi-On vs Epi-Off Corneal Cross-Linking in Corneal Ectasia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Open
Corneal ectasias are progressive conditions that impair vision and quality of life. Corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) aims to halt disease progression by strengthening the cornea. This review compares two CXL methods, epithelium-on (epi…
View article: Super-resolution Thermal Mapping and Viscoelastic Modelling of Lipid Raft Dynamics in Lens Epithelium: A Nanoscale Approach to Thermal Damage Mechanisms
Super-resolution Thermal Mapping and Viscoelastic Modelling of Lipid Raft Dynamics in Lens Epithelium: A Nanoscale Approach to Thermal Damage Mechanisms Open
Background: Understanding how lipid rafts respond to sublethal thermal stress in the lens epithelium remains a significant gap in membrane biophysics, particularly in relation to cataractogenesis. This study introduces a high-resolution th…
View article: Correlation Between Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) Levels and Lipid Profile in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at a Tertiary Hospital in Saudi Arabia
Correlation Between Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) Levels and Lipid Profile in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at a Tertiary Hospital in Saudi Arabia Open
Poor glycemic control, as indicated by elevated HbA1c levels, is significantly associated with adverse lipid profile components, particularly higher TG levels and lower HDL-c.
View article: Assessment of Public Knowledge and Perceptions Toward Radiation Exposure Risks in Saudi Arabia: A Survey Study
Assessment of Public Knowledge and Perceptions Toward Radiation Exposure Risks in Saudi Arabia: A Survey Study Open
View article: Cochlear implantation at King Abdallah Medical City, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Cochlear implantation at King Abdallah Medical City, Makkah, Saudi Arabia Open
The CI program at KAMC has demonstrated to be a safe and effective approach for treating severe-to-profound hearing loss. Minor complications were observed, and follow-up adherence was strong. The study emphasizes the importance of ongoing…
View article: WCN25-1030 RECOVERY OF KIDNEY FUNCTION AMONG DIALYSIS PATIENTS IN DIAVERUM OUTSOURCING PROGRAM
WCN25-1030 RECOVERY OF KIDNEY FUNCTION AMONG DIALYSIS PATIENTS IN DIAVERUM OUTSOURCING PROGRAM Open
View article: WCN25-1029 DIAVERUM REGISTRY OF PREGNANCY IN DIALYSIS PATIENTS IN SAUDI ARABIA
WCN25-1029 DIAVERUM REGISTRY OF PREGNANCY IN DIALYSIS PATIENTS IN SAUDI ARABIA Open
View article: Treatment Inertia and Symptom Burden in Anemia of CKD: Insights from the SATISFY Survey in the Middle East, South Africa, and Türkiye
Treatment Inertia and Symptom Burden in Anemia of CKD: Insights from the SATISFY Survey in the Middle East, South Africa, and Türkiye Open
Treatment inertia is apparent despite high symptom burden in the Middle East, South Africa, and Türkiye, and disagreement was seen in physician and patient perspectives on symptomology. Improved awareness of this disagreement may help faci…
View article: The Degree to Which Twenty-First Century Skills are Included in the Language Proficiency Course2 for the Secondary Stage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Degree to Which Twenty-First Century Skills are Included in the Language Proficiency Course2 for the Secondary Stage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Open
The current study aimed to identify the degree of inclusion of twenty-first century skills in language proficiency course 2 in the field of: critical thinking, problem solving, creative thinking, communication, technology use, self-learnin…
View article: Evaluating the correlation between early digital device interaction and autism spectrum disorder
Evaluating the correlation between early digital device interaction and autism spectrum disorder Open
The increasing use of digital devices among young children has raised concerns about their potential impact on early childhood development, particularly in relation to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD, a neurodevelopmental disorder char…
View article: Enhancing the optical and photoelectric efficiency of PEDOT/PSS thin film by incorporating activated biochar for photovoltaic applications
Enhancing the optical and photoelectric efficiency of PEDOT/PSS thin film by incorporating activated biochar for photovoltaic applications Open
Recently, scientists have been interested in developing advanced techniques for technological applications using sustainable biochar (BC) materials. In this study, poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) polystyrene sulfonate, PEDOT/PSS, was dope…
View article: Oral Azithromycin versus Oral Doxycycline in the Treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Oral Azithromycin versus Oral Doxycycline in the Treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
The systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that oral azithromycin may be more effective in reducing signs of MGD than oral doxycycline. However, the results regarding symptom scores and total scores were inconclusive. Azithromycin als…
View article: Endovascular thrombectomy after anterior circulation large vessel ischemic stroke: an updated meta-analysis
Endovascular thrombectomy after anterior circulation large vessel ischemic stroke: an updated meta-analysis Open
View article: Prevalence of Acne Vulgaris in Adolescents and Young Adults in Al-Baha Region, Saudi Arabia
Prevalence of Acne Vulgaris in Adolescents and Young Adults in Al-Baha Region, Saudi Arabia Open
View article: Efficacy and Safety of Nanoparticle Loteprednol Etabonate Compared to Vehicle in Post-cataract Surgery Pain and Anterior Chamber Inflammation Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Efficacy and Safety of Nanoparticle Loteprednol Etabonate Compared to Vehicle in Post-cataract Surgery Pain and Anterior Chamber Inflammation Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
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: Iron borophosphate glasses: Merging optical transparency, structural integrity, and radiation shielding efficacy for sustainable uses
Iron borophosphate glasses: Merging optical transparency, structural integrity, and radiation shielding efficacy for sustainable uses Open
The research work explored the influence of iron doping on the optical behavior, structural characteristics, and radiation shielding capabilities of soda lime borophosphate glass system of composition xFe2O3-(42.5-x)B2O3-26CaO-28.7Na2O-2.8…
View article: WCN24-888 INSIDE CKD - MAKING CKD DIAGNOSIS MORE COSTEFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT BY USING A DIGITAL SOLUTION: A MODELLING STUDY ACROSS SIX COUNTRIES
WCN24-888 INSIDE CKD - MAKING CKD DIAGNOSIS MORE COSTEFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT BY USING A DIGITAL SOLUTION: A MODELLING STUDY ACROSS SIX COUNTRIES Open
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects around one in ten people around the world. However, many cases remain undiagnosed. Annual CKD screening is recommended in high-risk groups but is often underperformed due to limited access to screening …