Wiessam Abu Ahmad
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View article: Pharmacokinetics and tolerability of liposomal synthetic cannabidiol subcutaneous depot in Holstein dairy calves
Pharmacokinetics and tolerability of liposomal synthetic cannabidiol subcutaneous depot in Holstein dairy calves Open
View article: Liposomal-synthetic-cannabidiol: preliminary translational evidence of efficacy, tolerability and pharmacokinetics following repeated subcutaneous injections in two goats
Liposomal-synthetic-cannabidiol: preliminary translational evidence of efficacy, tolerability and pharmacokinetics following repeated subcutaneous injections in two goats Open
Cannabidiol (CBD), the primary non-psychoactive component of Cannabis sativa , has been gaining popularity as an analgesic in treatment of chronic painful conditions. Due to first-pass hepatic metabolism, oral CBD is considered to have low…
View article: Mortality following recovery from COVID-19 hospitalization: a long-term cohort study
Mortality following recovery from COVID-19 hospitalization: a long-term cohort study Open
The study demonstrates that survivors of COVID‑19 hospitalization face a sustained elevation in all‑cause mortality and underscore the need for targeted long‑term follow‑up and preventive strategies.
View article: MON-710 Influcence of Gender on Weight Loss after Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery
MON-710 Influcence of Gender on Weight Loss after Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery Open
Disclosure: Y. Sofer: None. I. Sarig: None. Y. Greenman: None. W. Abu Ahmad: None. Background: Bariatric surgery (BS), is a highly effective and cost-efficient intervention for achieving long-term weight loss in individuals with obesity. I…
View article: Self‐Compassion and Psychosocial Well‐Being After Traumatic Births: Caring for the Midwife
Self‐Compassion and Psychosocial Well‐Being After Traumatic Births: Caring for the Midwife Open
Introduction Midwives report high rates of exposure to traumatic births that can negatively affect their psychosocial well‐being. Self‐compassion can be considered as a tool to promote psychosocial well‐being. The aim of this study was to …
View article: Cortisol Secretion in Obesity Revisited: Lower Basal Serum and Salivary Cortisol with Diminished Cortisol Response to the Low Dose ACTH Challenge
Cortisol Secretion in Obesity Revisited: Lower Basal Serum and Salivary Cortisol with Diminished Cortisol Response to the Low Dose ACTH Challenge Open
Introduction: Some clinical resemblance may exist between obesity, particularly abdominal obesity, and Cushing’s syndrome. This has stimulated ongoing interest in the role of cortisol’s secretion pattern, control, and metabolism in obesity…
View article: Characterization of Cannabis users and products and the experience of negative mental emotions following Cannabis use
Characterization of Cannabis users and products and the experience of negative mental emotions following Cannabis use Open
There is a potential link between cannabis and mental disorders. Cannabis exposure involves in many cases negative mental emotions, which are unpleasant sensations or thoughts. Whereas mild cases of negative mental emotions inflict patien…
View article: The effect of systemic acetazolamide administration on intraocular pressure in healthy horses—A preliminary study
The effect of systemic acetazolamide administration on intraocular pressure in healthy horses—A preliminary study Open
Objectives In equine glaucoma, topical treatment with carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (CAIs) is recommended. Oral acetazolamide, a systemic CAI, is used in horses with hyperkalemic periodic paralysis. Information regarding its effect on equi…
View article: Fentanyl initiation rate following the requirement for specialist approval
Fentanyl initiation rate following the requirement for specialist approval Open
Importance Healthcare organizations are exploring tools to address unwarranted fentanyl use which often leads to increased risk of addiction and overdose. Objective To assess the impact of a requirement for a specialist’s approval on fenta…
View article: The effect of a treatment switch to integrase Strand transfer inhibitor–based regimens on weight gain and other metabolic syndrome-related conditions
The effect of a treatment switch to integrase Strand transfer inhibitor–based regimens on weight gain and other metabolic syndrome-related conditions Open
View article: Trends in Pregabalin Use and Prescribing Patterns in the Adult Population: A 10-Year Pharmacoepidemiologic Study
Trends in Pregabalin Use and Prescribing Patterns in the Adult Population: A 10-Year Pharmacoepidemiologic Study Open
View article: Trends in the Incidence of Cardiovascular Diagnoses and Procedures over the Years 2012–2021 in Israel: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Trends in the Incidence of Cardiovascular Diagnoses and Procedures over the Years 2012–2021 in Israel: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic Open
Prior studies found reduced incidences of cardiovascular diagnoses and treatments in the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, these studies included a limited number of outcomes and did not consider pre-pandemic trends. This st…
View article: Utilising patient-reported outcomes for goal-directed therapy of hip fracture patients: a sequential controlled trial
Utilising patient-reported outcomes for goal-directed therapy of hip fracture patients: a sequential controlled trial Open
Background Hip fracture patients (HFPs) frequently have multiple underlying conditions, necessitating that agreed-upon goals take these complications into consideration. Communication regarding goals between medical-personnel and patients …
View article: Therapeutic efficacy and pharmacokinetics of liposomal-cannabidiol injection: a pilot clinical study in dogs with naturally-occurring osteoarthritis
Therapeutic efficacy and pharmacokinetics of liposomal-cannabidiol injection: a pilot clinical study in dogs with naturally-occurring osteoarthritis Open
Introduction Osteoarthritis is a common disease in dogs resulting in chronic pain and decreased wellbeing. Common analgesics such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatories may fail to control pain and can produce major adverse effects. Study ob…
View article: Greater temporal regularity of primary care visits was associated with reduced hospitalizations and mortality, even after controlling for continuity of care
Greater temporal regularity of primary care visits was associated with reduced hospitalizations and mortality, even after controlling for continuity of care Open
Background Previous studies have shown that more temporally regular primary care visits are associated with improved patient outcomes. Objective To examine the association of temporal regularity (TR) of primary care with hospitalizations a…
View article: Human Milk Oligosaccharide Profile across Lactation Stages in Israeli Women—A Prospective Observational Study
Human Milk Oligosaccharide Profile across Lactation Stages in Israeli Women—A Prospective Observational Study Open
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) stimulate the growth of gut commensals, prevent the adhesion of enteropathogens and modulate host immunity. The major factors influencing variations in the HMO profile are polymorphisms in the secretor (S…
View article: Patient-level predictors of temporal regularity of primary care visits
Patient-level predictors of temporal regularity of primary care visits Open
View article: Real-world effectiveness of a single dose of mpox vaccine in males
Real-world effectiveness of a single dose of mpox vaccine in males Open
View article: Viral and Bacterial Respiratory Pathogens during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Israel
Viral and Bacterial Respiratory Pathogens during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Israel Open
Background: previous worldwide reports indicated a substantial short-term reduction in various respiratory infections during the early phase of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Aims: exploring the long-term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on respi…
View article: Association between Ambient Particulate Matter and Preterm Birth Stratified by Temperature: A Population-Based Pregnancy Cohort Study
Association between Ambient Particulate Matter and Preterm Birth Stratified by Temperature: A Population-Based Pregnancy Cohort Study Open
View article: Clinical utility of serum fructosamine in long‐term monitoring of diabetes mellitus in dogs
Clinical utility of serum fructosamine in long‐term monitoring of diabetes mellitus in dogs Open
Background Serum fructosamine (sFA) is used to assess glycaemic control in dogs with diabetes mellitus (DM). Nevertheless, its interpretation is hindered by several limitations. Methods This retrospective study evaluates the long‐term diag…
View article: Preoperative and intraoperative risk factors for post‐anaesthetic pulmonary oedema in horses
Preoperative and intraoperative risk factors for post‐anaesthetic pulmonary oedema in horses Open
Summary Background Pulmonary oedema is an uncommon but life‐threatening condition in horses. It is defined as an abnormal accumulation of liquid and solute in the extravascular tissues and spaces of the lungs, which causes oxygen diffusion…
View article: Nutritional Outcomes One Year after One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Compared to Sleeve Gastrectomy
Nutritional Outcomes One Year after One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Compared to Sleeve Gastrectomy Open
One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) and Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG) are the most common bariatric procedures performed worldwide. SG is a restrictive procedure whereas OAGB involves malabsorption as well, supposing a risk of deficiency devel…
View article: Synovial Concentration of Trimethoprim-Sulphadiazine Following Regional Limb Perfusion in Standing Horses
Synovial Concentration of Trimethoprim-Sulphadiazine Following Regional Limb Perfusion in Standing Horses Open
The aim of this study was to investigate the safety and pharmacokinetics of trimethoprim-sulphadiazine administered via intravenous regional limb perfusion (IVRLP) into the cephalic vein. According to the hypothesis, the drug could be admi…
View article: Comparison of three regional anaesthetic techniques for infraorbital or maxillary nerve block in cats: a cadaveric study
Comparison of three regional anaesthetic techniques for infraorbital or maxillary nerve block in cats: a cadaveric study Open
Objectives The maxillary nerve courses very close to the globe, rendering cats – with their large eyes – at risk of globe penetration during infraorbital or maxillary nerve blocks. Therefore, the goals of the study were to compare the dist…
View article: Shortening sow restraint period during lactation improves production and decreases hair cortisol concentrations in sows and their piglets
Shortening sow restraint period during lactation improves production and decreases hair cortisol concentrations in sows and their piglets Open
View article: Extended spectrum β lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae shedding by race horses in Ontario, Canada
Extended spectrum β lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae shedding by race horses in Ontario, Canada Open
View article: Maternal Exposure to Fine and Coarse Particulate Matter and Congenital Malformations in Offspring Among Members of a Primary Health Care Service: A Population-Based Cohort
Maternal Exposure to Fine and Coarse Particulate Matter and Congenital Malformations in Offspring Among Members of a Primary Health Care Service: A Population-Based Cohort Open
Background/Aim: Studies have suggested an association between particulate matter (PM) air pollution and certain congenital anomalies. However, to date, most studies have been based on anomalies that were ascertained at birth or up to 1 yea…
View article: Length of chronic exposure to particulate matter and adverse birth outcomes: A population-based cohort study
Length of chronic exposure to particulate matter and adverse birth outcomes: A population-based cohort study Open
Background/Aim: Previous studies have shown associations between particulate matter (PM) air pollution and adverse birth outcomes. However, most studies focused on relatively short periods of prenatal exposure to PM and in a low to moderat…
View article: Mother-level random effect in the association between PM2.5 and low birth weight: A population-based pregnancy cohort in Israel
Mother-level random effect in the association between PM2.5 and low birth weight: A population-based pregnancy cohort in Israel Open
Background/Aim: A growing body of literature reports associations between exposure to particulate matter with diameter ≤2.5 μm (PM2.5) during pregnancy and term low birth weight (TLBW). Although many studies accounted for clustering due to…