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Saudi Journal for Health Sciences
ISSN 2278-1900 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 106 artikel di indeks
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Fibromyxoma of soft tissue of face: A rare case report
Myxoma is a locally invasive tumor that typically affects the jawbones. Although it is rare in the general population, it occurs with excessive frequency among young female patients in the second and fourth decades. The tumor typically occurs in the posterior mandible and accounts for approximately…
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Association of anal canal duplication with sacrococcygeal teratoma type IV revisited: A mini-review of pertinent literature
We present an extremely rare association of sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) type IV with anal canal duplication in a 9-month-old female child. The patient presented with a large suprapubic lump along with discharge from the anus. On examination anus was slightly patulous, and there was discharge from…
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Utilization study on prescribing pattern and rational use of antidiabetic drugs in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Background: Genetic and environmental factors contribute to the risk of developing diabetes, with chronic hyperglycemia causing severe complications like cardiovascular diseases, neuropathy, nephropathy, and vision impairment. Aim: The aim of this research is to study prescription patterns of…
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Parental awareness of prediabetes in children in Saudi Arabia
Background: Diabetes prevalence in Saudi Arabia remains concerning, with prevalence rates reaching 11.20% among adults. Aims: This study aimed to assess parental awareness of prediabetes in children across Saudi Arabia, focusing on knowledge of risk factors, symptoms, and complications. Settings…
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Real-world management of allergic rhinitis among family physicians and otorhinolaryngologists in Saudi Arabia
Background: Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common inflammation of the nasal mucosa characterized by symptoms such as repeated sneezing, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and nasal pruritus. Treatment methods for AR differ among physicians. Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the diagnosis and…
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Incidental pathological findings in panoramic radiographs: An institution-based study
Background: Panoramic radiography or orthopantomography is a widely used extraoral imaging technique that offers a comprehensive visualization of the maxillofacial complex and aids in detecting pathologies. Its wide anatomical coverage often reveals incidental findings (IF) – abnormalities…
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Association of age, gender, and body mass index with gallstone disease: Evidence from a case–control study at a tertiary care institute
Background: Gallstone disease (GSD) poses a major health burden worldwide, contributing significantly to morbidity. While various modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors, including age, gender, and body mass index (BMI), have been commonly associated with GSD development, recent studies have…
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A retrospective study on the use of immunoglobulin therapy in pediatric patients: Indications, dosage, and side effects in the Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia
Background: Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is a plasma product which has been extracted from the serum of thousands of donors. It has been approved by the federal drug authority (FDA) either as an immune-replacement or immune-modulation therapy. The use of IVIG has recently been extended to…
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Evaluation of polymyxin B epsilometer test susceptibility to multidrug-resistant Gram-negative clinical isolates at a tertiary care center
Background: Multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacilli that release carbapenemase enzymes ensure that they are not affected by many beta-lactam antibiotics and carbapenems. The methodology of testing susceptibility to polymyxin B can pose a challenge in a clinical scenario. Aims: To assess…
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The pharmacology and toxicology of the stimulant khat
Khat chewing has a long history in the culture and society of the Horn of Africa and Yemen. Extracts of leaves from khat have similar actions to that of amphetamines and contain the major psychostimulant cathinone, but also the mainly peripherally acting stimulants cathine and norephedrine. Fresh…
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Perioperative and postoperative complications in arthroplasty patients with dermatologic and autoimmune skin conditions: Long-term outcomes and management strategies
Dermatologic and autoimmune skin disorders pose unique challenges for arthroplasty due to increased susceptibility to surgical site complications, particularly periprosthetic joint infections. Skin integrity is compromised by disorders such as psoriasis, systemic sclerosis, systemic lupus…
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Non-accidental injuries among children in emergency departments: A global systematic review
Non-accidental injury (NAI) remain a major yet frequently underrecognized cause of morbidity and mortality among children presenting to emergency departments (EDs) worldwide. This systematic review synthesizes global evidence published between 2000 and February 2025 on the prevalence, risk factors…
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Effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions and meditation for psoriasis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin illness that has a significant impact on both psychological health and overall quality of life. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been presented as complementary approaches that may help reduce disease severity and enhance patient-reported…
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Perception of people about primary shoulder stiffness and diabetes mellitus and their degree of concern
Background: Adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder (FS) – an inflammatory condition that causes shoulder pain and restricts movement – manifests in primary (idiopathic) and secondary (posttraumatic) forms. Primary FS is associated with chronic conditions, such as diabetes mellitus and thyroid…
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Obstacles and motivators associated with vaccine uptake for influenza and tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis during pregnancy
Background: Vaccination during pregnancy is a crucial strategy to protect both the mother and fetus from infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends two essential vaccines for pregnant women: The influenza vaccine and the tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine…
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Mortality and short-term outcomes of very low birth weight infants in Al-Qassim region, Saudi Arabia – Single-center experience
Background: Very low birth weight (VLBW) is defined as a birth weight
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Sick day management rules: Knowledge, attitudes, and practices among children with type 1 diabetes and their caregivers in Taif City, Saudi Arabia
Background: Children with diabetes cannot manage their condition on their own during sick days. Therefore, it is crucial for parents to be educated about diabetic self-management at the time of their child’s diagnosis and to have this knowledge regularly reviewed during follow-up appointments…
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The influence of health education on college students’ knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding human papillomavirus, vaccination, and cervical cancer: An interventional study
Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) infections are sexually transmitted and most frequently associated with cervical cancer in women. There is rising evidence of HPV’s role in other cancers, such as anal, vulva, vaginal, penile, and head-and-neck cancers. The HPV vaccine, an effective way to…