Rakan I. Nazer
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View article: Facilitating redo sternotomy: A patented handheld retractor for safe reentry in reoperative cardiac surgery
Facilitating redo sternotomy: A patented handheld retractor for safe reentry in reoperative cardiac surgery Open
View article: OpenAI's Sora and Google's Veo 2 in Action: A Narrative Review of Artificial Intelligence-driven Video Generation Models Transforming Healthcare
OpenAI's Sora and Google's Veo 2 in Action: A Narrative Review of Artificial Intelligence-driven Video Generation Models Transforming Healthcare Open
The rapid evolution of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced transformative technologies across various domains, with text-to-video (T2V) generation models emerging as transformative innovations in the field. This narrativ…
View article: A Culture of Early Mobilization in Adult Intensive Care Units: Perspective and Competency of Physicians
A Culture of Early Mobilization in Adult Intensive Care Units: Perspective and Competency of Physicians Open
Background: Early mobility (EM) is vital in the intensive care unit (ICU) to counteract immobility-related effects. A multidisciplinary approach is key, as it requires precise initiation knowledge. However, physicians’ understanding of EM …
View article: Multifaceted associations between walking performance, physical fitness, extremity function, health status, and depression in individuals with COPD
Multifaceted associations between walking performance, physical fitness, extremity function, health status, and depression in individuals with COPD Open
This study shed light on the association of depressive symptoms, health status, extremity function, and VO2peak with walking performance, providing valuable insights that may impact the management and care of individuals with CO…
View article: Art or Artifact: Evaluating the Accuracy, Appeal, and Educational Value of AI-Generated Imagery in DALL·E 3 for Illustrating Congenital Heart Diseases
Art or Artifact: Evaluating the Accuracy, Appeal, and Educational Value of AI-Generated Imagery in DALL·E 3 for Illustrating Congenital Heart Diseases Open
Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly AI-Generated Imagery, holds the capability to transform medical and patient education. This research explores the use of AI-generated imagery, from text-to-images, in medical education, focusing o…
View article: Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Assessment and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Quality Assessment Using the AGREE II Instrument
Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Assessment and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease: A Systematic Review and Quality Assessment Using the AGREE II Instrument Open
Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) based on evidence and expert opinions ensure that patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) receive the most up to date care. We aimed to assess and evaluate the most recent and approved international C…
View article: Reliability and Validity of Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire in Arabic Patients with Chronic Heart Failure
Reliability and Validity of Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire in Arabic Patients with Chronic Heart Failure Open
Background: The Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire (KCCQ) is the most specific and widely used questionnaire for assessing health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in chronic heart failure (CHF). This study aimed to examine reliability…
View article: Impact of Psychological Factors on Functional Performance among Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Impact of Psychological Factors on Functional Performance among Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Open
The role of anxiety and depression in functional performance during walking in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is controversial. In this cross-sectional study, we aimed to assess the effects of anxiety, depressio…
View article: In vitro modeling of crimped Dacron vascular grafts for aortic root replacement.
In vitro modeling of crimped Dacron vascular grafts for aortic root replacement. Open
The radial compliance of woven Dacron tubes was significantly reduced after flattening the crimps. Applying axial stretch to the Dacron grafts prior to determining the coronary button attachment site can help maintain dimensional stability…
View article: Smart-Card Technology for the Dental Management of Medically Complex Patients
Smart-Card Technology for the Dental Management of Medically Complex Patients Open
Smart-card technology is believed to help healthcare industries in several ways, since it minimizes risks and medical errors, enables accurate patient identification, reduces administrative costs, improves efficiency, and facilitates promp…
View article: Effect of Dapagliflozin on Exercise Capacity and Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Heart Failure
Effect of Dapagliflozin on Exercise Capacity and Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Heart Failure Open
Heart failure (HF) is a serious disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, with a high rate of exercise intolerance, rehospitalization, and death. HF has many underlying causes, including type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), which cor…
View article: Measurement Properties of the Duke Activity Status Index in Arab Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
Measurement Properties of the Duke Activity Status Index in Arab Patients with Cardiovascular Disease Open
The aim of the study was to examine the measurement properties of the Arabic version of the Duke Activity Status Index (DASI) in patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD). A sample of 100 Arab patients with CVD completed the Arabic versio…
View article: The brain‐before‐heart strategy for coronary artery bypass grafting in the severely atherosclerotic aorta: A single‐institution experience
The brain‐before‐heart strategy for coronary artery bypass grafting in the severely atherosclerotic aorta: A single‐institution experience Open
Background Severe atherosclerosis of the ascending aorta (SAA) in patients undergoing surgical revascularization by coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is becoming an increasing problem as more elderly patients are diagnosed with corona…
View article: Exercise Capacity Is Independent of Respiratory Muscle Strength in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure
Exercise Capacity Is Independent of Respiratory Muscle Strength in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure Open
Background: Exercise intolerance in patients with chronic heart failure (CHF) is associated with a number of factors, including breathlessness and respiratory muscle weakness. However, many studies reported controversial results, and as ye…
View article: Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for the management of perioperative hypothermia: Systematic review, critical appraisal, and quality assessment with the AGREE II instrument
Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for the management of perioperative hypothermia: Systematic review, critical appraisal, and quality assessment with the AGREE II instrument Open
Inadvertent perioperative hypothermia is considered an emergency life-threatening situation. Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) on how to manage hypothermia, based on evidence and expert opinions, could save lives. This systematic review …
View article: Repair of coronary sinus shear stress injury following blunt chest trauma using adenosine-induced asystole
Repair of coronary sinus shear stress injury following blunt chest trauma using adenosine-induced asystole Open
Blunt chest trauma following a motor vehicle accident is the leading cause of non-penetrating cardiac injuries. Major structural heart injuries are fatal due to acute tamponade. We present the case of a 17-year-old male who was involved in…
View article: Surgical revascularization in stable coronary artery disease with ventricular dysfunction: a single-center cohort study.
Surgical revascularization in stable coronary artery disease with ventricular dysfunction: a single-center cohort study. Open
Significant myocardial ischemia and ventricular dysfunction before complete surgical revascularization did not influence the risk of cardiac-related deaths on long-term follow-up. This might be related to the improved survival after CABG i…
View article: Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: a case report
Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: a case report Open
View article: Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: A case report
Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: A case report Open
Background : Having an inter-atrial shunt in the form of a patent foramen ovale or atrial septal defect increases the risk of developing cryptogenic stroke. Prompt action is required in order to prevent stroke recurrence. The source of emb…
View article: Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: A case report
Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: A case report Open
Background : Having an inter-atrial shunt in the form of a patent foramen ovale or atrial septal defect increases the risk of developing a cryptogenic stroke. Prompt action is required in order to prevent stroke recurrence. The source of e…
View article: Spiral aortoplasty for dilated ascending aorta: a new technique for high-risk patients with combined procedures
Spiral aortoplasty for dilated ascending aorta: a new technique for high-risk patients with combined procedures Open
View article: Effectiveness of Low to Moderate Physical Exercise Training on the Level of Low-Density Lipoproteins: A Systematic Review
Effectiveness of Low to Moderate Physical Exercise Training on the Level of Low-Density Lipoproteins: A Systematic Review Open
Background . Regular exercise reduces risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) contributes to atherosclerosis formation, which is associated with an increased risk of CVD. The relati…
View article: Metformin is not associated with lactic acidosis in patients with diabetes undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery: a case control study
Metformin is not associated with lactic acidosis in patients with diabetes undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery: a case control study Open
View article: Use of the guidelines directed medical therapy after coronary artery bypass graft surgery in Saudi Arabia
Use of the guidelines directed medical therapy after coronary artery bypass graft surgery in Saudi Arabia Open