Nirmeen A. Sabry
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View article: Assessing readiness for evidence-based practice among healthcare professionals in Egypt
Assessing readiness for evidence-based practice among healthcare professionals in Egypt Open
Background Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) implements individual clinical experience along with the highest accessible clinical evidence. Nowadays, EBP is an essential part of decision-making in many healthcare fields including nursing, phar…
View article: Impact of pharmacist led mobile application on medication adherence and efficacy in chronic kidney disease
Impact of pharmacist led mobile application on medication adherence and efficacy in chronic kidney disease Open
Medication adherence is crucial for slowing chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression. A specially designed pharmacist-led mobile application, Kidney Health, was evaluated in a single-center, prospective, 3 months, randomized controlled tri…
View article: Harnessing Melatonergic Agonists and Antagonists: A Dual Approach to Alleviating Depression and Depression-associated Insomnia
Harnessing Melatonergic Agonists and Antagonists: A Dual Approach to Alleviating Depression and Depression-associated Insomnia Open
View article: Common bacterial and fungal infections as a challenging condition In cancer patients : Single centre based study
Common bacterial and fungal infections as a challenging condition In cancer patients : Single centre based study Open
Background: Cancer patients are at an increasing risk of developing infections that increase morbidity and mortality. The present study aimed to identify different pathogens isolated from infected cancer patients with evaluating the anti-m…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards Antibiotics Use Among Medical Sector Final-Year Students in Egypt
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards Antibiotics Use Among Medical Sector Final-Year Students in Egypt Open
View article: Knowledge, attitude, and practice of insulin among diabetic patients and pharmacists in Egypt: “cross-sectional observational study”
Knowledge, attitude, and practice of insulin among diabetic patients and pharmacists in Egypt: “cross-sectional observational study” Open
Background Diabetes recently has been identified as a growing epidemic. Although insulin’s vital role in both types of diabetes, it is considered one of the harmful medications if used incorrectly. In Egypt, effective usage of insulin rema…
View article: The effectiveness and pharmacoeconomic study of using different corticosteroids in the treatment of hypersensitivity pneumonitis
The effectiveness and pharmacoeconomic study of using different corticosteroids in the treatment of hypersensitivity pneumonitis Open
View article: COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Egypt: a cross-sectional study
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Egypt: a cross-sectional study Open
Introduction: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine hesitancy is a major problem. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine acceptance. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted …
View article: The effect of vitamin K4 supplementation on insulin resistance in individuals with type 2 diabetes: a double-blind randomised placebo-controlled clinical trial
The effect of vitamin K4 supplementation on insulin resistance in individuals with type 2 diabetes: a double-blind randomised placebo-controlled clinical trial Open
View article: Virtual clinical pharmacy training in the era of COVID-19: A report on undergraduate students' perceptions and academic performance
Virtual clinical pharmacy training in the era of COVID-19: A report on undergraduate students' perceptions and academic performance Open
View article: Effect of metformin on left ventricular mass and functional parameters in non-diabetic patients: a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
Effect of metformin on left ventricular mass and functional parameters in non-diabetic patients: a meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials Open
Background Left ventricular hypertrophy is a common finding in patients with ischemic heart disease and is associated with mortality in patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Metformin, an antidiabetic drug, has been shown to reduce o…
View article: Testing P2Y12 platelet inhibitors generics beyond bioequivalence: a parallel single-blinded randomized trial
Testing P2Y12 platelet inhibitors generics beyond bioequivalence: a parallel single-blinded randomized trial Open
View article: Testing antiplatelets generics beyond bioequivalence: A parallel single-blinded randomized trial
Testing antiplatelets generics beyond bioequivalence: A parallel single-blinded randomized trial Open
Purpose Although generic drugs are approved for their bioequivalence to the original product, they are not necessarily therapeutically equivalent. The aim of our study is to introduce the concept of “studying the clinical effectiveness” of…
View article: Safety of inhaled ivermectin as a repurposed direct drug for treatment of COVID-19: A preclinical tolerance study
Safety of inhaled ivermectin as a repurposed direct drug for treatment of COVID-19: A preclinical tolerance study Open
View article: Comparison of Combined/Carvedilol Moderate Dose Atorvastatin to Single High Dose Atorvastatin for the Prevention of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy after Cardiac Catheterization
Comparison of Combined/Carvedilol Moderate Dose Atorvastatin to Single High Dose Atorvastatin for the Prevention of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy after Cardiac Catheterization Open
Background: Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is associated with increased morbidity, and the need for short-term hemodialysis.Although several preventive measures have been used, the best approach to prevent CIN is still controversial.Ob…
View article: Anticoagulation outcomes in hospitalized Covid‐19 patients: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of case‐control and cohort studies
Anticoagulation outcomes in hospitalized Covid‐19 patients: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of case‐control and cohort studies Open
Summary Background: Coagulopathy and thromboembolic events are common in Covid‐19 patients and are poor prognostic factors. Controversy exists regarding the potential of anticoagulation (AC) to reduce mortality and incidence of thromboembo…
View article: Designing and using an online survey as a tool for teaching pharmacy students about COVID-19
Designing and using an online survey as a tool for teaching pharmacy students about COVID-19 Open
Final year pharmacy students were asked to prepare and post an online questionnaire about COVID-19 to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and practice of the Egyptian people in relation to the pandemic. Each student, using Google Form…
View article: Combined effect of high-dose vitamin A, vitamin E supplementation, and zinc on adult patients with diabetes: A randomized trial
Combined effect of high-dose vitamin A, vitamin E supplementation, and zinc on adult patients with diabetes: A randomized trial Open
In type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), hyperglycemia leads to oxidative insult. Vitamins A and E have antioxidant potentials and may help in managing diabetes. The combined effect of high-dose vitamin A plus E supplementation with and without…
View article: Analysis of activities undertaken by ward-based clinical pharmacy technicians during patient hospital journey
Analysis of activities undertaken by ward-based clinical pharmacy technicians during patient hospital journey Open
CPTs are completing more than seven different ward pharmacy-related activities which enhance medicines optimisation, medicines management and patient care. They are a valuable resource carrying out many roles which were previously complete…
View article: Evaluating the students' perceptions of their communication skills before and after UK clinical placements: an international clinical pharmacy summer school for Cairo University students. Pharmacy Education Journal 2019.
Evaluating the students' perceptions of their communication skills before and after UK clinical placements: an international clinical pharmacy summer school for Cairo University students. Pharmacy Education Journal 2019. Open
View article: EP10.03: Prenatal diagnosis of interruption of IVC with azygos continuation
EP10.03: Prenatal diagnosis of interruption of IVC with azygos continuation Open
We report our experience of prenatal diagnosis of 10 cases with interruption of IVC with azygos continuation and outcome of this anomaly. This was a retrospective analysis of images of 10 fetuses diagnosed prenatally at Cairo Fetal Medicin…
View article: EP11.22: Prenatal diagnosis of harlequin ichthyosis
EP11.22: Prenatal diagnosis of harlequin ichthyosis Open
We present the antenatal diagnosis of a rare congenital fetal skin keratinisation disorder which has an autosomal recessive inheritance compared to postnatal images of the neonate. A 21-year old, primigravida, 24 weeks of gestation with po…
View article: Pharmacogenetic and clinical predictors of response to clopidogrel plus aspirin after acute coronary syndrome in Egyptians
Pharmacogenetic and clinical predictors of response to clopidogrel plus aspirin after acute coronary syndrome in Egyptians Open
These results highlight that CYP2C19*2, along with diabetes, and use of proton pump inhibitor and statin are important factors jointly associated with variability in clinical response to DAPT following ACS in Egyptians.
View article: EP12.11: Prenatal ultrasound diagnosis of megalourethra associated with enterolithiasis
EP12.11: Prenatal ultrasound diagnosis of megalourethra associated with enterolithiasis Open
We present a rare case of megalourethra with 3D acquisition & render study of bladder and intestine. 19 years P0+1, 21w of gestation was referred to our unit for oligohydramnios, detailed anomaly scan revealed severe oligohydramnios, dilat…
View article: Perceptions of Egyptian physicians about drug shortage during political disturbances: Survey in Greater Cairo
Perceptions of Egyptian physicians about drug shortage during political disturbances: Survey in Greater Cairo Open
Background: Drug shortage is a problem that entangles health systems. In Egypt, many complaints arose due to drug shortage in the period following the 25th January revolution. Physicians play a vital role in dealing with this crisis. Objec…
View article: Articles to Appear in Future Issues
Articles to Appear in Future Issues Open
View article: The effect of α1-antitrypsin deficiency combined with increased bacterial loads on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease pharmacotherapy: A prospective, parallel, controlled pilot study
The effect of α1-antitrypsin deficiency combined with increased bacterial loads on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease pharmacotherapy: A prospective, parallel, controlled pilot study Open
View article: Tretinoin-loaded liposomal formulations: from lab to comparative clinical study in acne patients
Tretinoin-loaded liposomal formulations: from lab to comparative clinical study in acne patients Open
Topical tretinoin is the most commonly used retinoid for acne. However, its irritative potential on the applied area and the barrier properties of the stratum corneum limit its use. The objective of the present study was to formulate treti…