R. S. Alanazi
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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Toward the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative Among Healthcare Providers in Accredited and Non-Accredited Hospitals in Riyadh Open
Background/Objectives: The baby-friendly hospital initiative (BFHI), proposed by the World Health Organization and UNICEF, aims to promote and maintain exclusive breastfeeding for newborns. There is insufficient literature on how this init…
Parental Knowledge and Acceptance of Pediatric Lumbar Puncture in Northern Saudi Arabia: Implications for Clinical Practice and Education: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background/Objectives: Lumbar puncture (LP) remains a vital pediatric procedure for diagnosing neurological and systemic conditions. Despite its clinical significance, parental hesitation to authorize pediatric LP often impedes early diagn…
Illuminating the Intricacies: A Comparative Cross-Sectional Sonographic Evaluation of Degenerative Changes in Leiomyomas Through Post-Processing Technique Open
Background: Leiomyomas are benign tumors that may cause symptoms and affect fertility, requiring careful assessment. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) becomes crucial when ultrasonography results are inconclusive; however, it is expensive a…
Best Practices for Early Mobilization of Intensive Care Unit Patients: A Narrative Review Open
Background: Prolonged immobilization in intensive care units (ICUs) leads to muscle weakness, protracted time to recovery, and the development of intensive care unit-acquired weakness (ICUAW), which can adversely impact patient outcomes. E…
The Impact of Sm Promoter on the Catalytic Performance of Ni/Al2O3-SiO2 in Methane Partial Oxidation for Enhanced H2 Production Open
This study investigates the effects of samarium (Sm) promotion on the catalytic activity of 5 weight percent Ni catalysts for partial oxidation of methane (POM)-based hydrogen production supported on a Si-Al mixed oxide (10SiO2+90Al2O3) sy…
View article: The Outcome of Laser Ablation Hemorrhoidoplasty versus Conventional Hemorrhoidectomy
The Outcome of Laser Ablation Hemorrhoidoplasty versus Conventional Hemorrhoidectomy Open
Context: Hemorrhoids affect a significant proportion of the population, and the choice between laser hemorrhoidoplasty and conventional hemorrhoidectomy remains a crucial clinical decision. Aims: The aim of this study was to compare the ou…
Awareness of Stroke among the General Population of Arar City, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study Open
Introduction: Stroke is a critical global health problem. In Saudi Arabia, it is a major cause of morbidity and mortality that is becoming increasingly serious. Considering lifestyle changes that contribute to an increased risk of stroke i…
Neonatal Red Blood Cell Transfusion Practices: A Multi-National Survey Study Open
Background: Blood transfusion is a highly critical life-saving factor in neonates, especially in extremely low birth weight infants. There is a significant lack of consensus on optimal blood transfusion methods for neonates. Aim: To invest…
View article: Prevalence of GERD Symptoms and its Related Risk Factors Among Medical Students in Saudi Arabia
Prevalence of GERD Symptoms and its Related Risk Factors Among Medical Students in Saudi Arabia Open
A BSTRACT Objective: This study was carried out to assess the prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms and identify risk factors among medical students in Saudi Arabia. Methods: This cross-sectional study evaluated med…
Influence of Alumina and Silica Supports on the Performance of Nickel Catalysts for Methane Partial Oxidation Open
Rising greenhouse gas concentrations are causing climatic change that threatens ecosystem sustainability. This study investigated the impact of silica incorporation into alumina-supported nickel catalysts for the partial oxidation of metha…
Impact of Pharmacy Technician-Led Medication Reconciliation on Patient Safety in Hospital Settings Open
The impact of pharmacy technician-led medication reconciliation on patient safety in hospital settings has garnered significant attention in recent years. Medication reconciliation is an essential process that aims to prevent medication er…
View article: Saudi Arabia's Incidence of Skin Cancer and its Risk Factors: A Scoping Review
Saudi Arabia's Incidence of Skin Cancer and its Risk Factors: A Scoping Review Open
Objectives: Skin cancer accounts for 2.2% of newly diagnosed cancer cases in Saudi Arabia, according to the Saudi Cancer Registry 2020. While studies indicate skin cancers primarily occur in the extremities, head, neck and mucosal regions,…
Knowledge and Practices Regarding Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) Prevention Among Nurses in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Open
Background/Objectives: Deep venous thrombosis (DVT), the formation of a blood clot within a large vein, is one of the most common problems among hospitalized patients. The annual prevalence of DVT is 48 per 1,000,000. Nurses’ knowledge sig…
Quality of Life and Out-of-Pocket Expenditures for Sickle Cell Disease Patients in Saudi Arabia: A Single-Center Study Open
Background: Sickle cell anemia (SCD) is a relatively uncommon health condition in many countries, but it is prevalent in Saudi Arabia mainly due to the high incidence of consanguineous marriages. Regrettably, there are elevated rates of va…