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ISSN 2589-627X · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 381 articles in the index
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A Case of Crescentic Glomerulonephritis after Receiving Messenger RNA Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccine and a Brief Review of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy Postmessenger RNA Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination
There have been several reports of newly diagnosed glomerulonephritis (GN) following messenger RNA (mRNA) coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines in adult patients. Our patient is a previously healthy 31-year-old man who presented with generalized body swelling and hypertension 2 weeks after…
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Evaluating Diagnostic Accuracy: Frozen and Permanent Sections
Context: Frozen section (FS) analysis is an intraoperative diagnostic approach that provides surgeons with timely information to guide immediate clinical decisions. Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy, turnaround time (TAT), and causes of discrepancies between FS and…
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Childbirth Experiences and the Impact on Mental Health in Saudi Arabia
Background: In recent years, there has been growing awareness of how childbirth experiences have an impact on the mental health of women. Our research aims to expand Saudi research in this area by exploring positive and negative childbirth experiences and their impact on poor mental health in the…
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Diagnostic Dilemma Culture-negative Tuberculous Mycotic Aneurysm
Tuberculous mycotic aneurysm (TMA) is a rare but life-threatening manifestation of extrapulmonary tuberculosis (TB) caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection of the arterial wall. We report a 24-year-old male presenting with abdominal and back pain, constitutional symptoms, and a pulsatile…
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Impact of Patients’ Education upon Reducing Psychological Distress during Diabetic Journey
Background and Objectives: Diabetes distress (DD), an emotional burden that does not meet the diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorder, has gained attention in the diabetes literature. It was to evaluate the impact of diabetes education among psychological distress in type 2 diabetes…
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Mechanical and Physical Properties of Zendura Flx™ after One and Two Weeks of Thermoformed Aligner Therapy: A Prospective Clinical Study
Background: The utilization of clear aligners (CA) has increased owing to esthetic demands. Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate alterations in the mechanical properties, surface morphology, and the translucency parameter of Zendura FlxTM (ZF) following 1 week (1W) and 2 weeks…
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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
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 initiative has been effective to raise the breastfeeding…
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Impact of Transportation Mode on ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction Outcomes in the Emergency Department: A Retrospective Single-center Study
Background: In patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), timely management is critical in the emergency department (ED). Emergency medical services (EMS) have a pivotal role in facilitating access to care and reducing the rate of mortality among STEMI patients. Therefore…
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Determinants of Electronic Medical Records Utilization among Nurses in Nigerian Navy Healthcare Facilities in Lagos
Background: Electronic medical records (EMRs) are essential for improving healthcare delivery, yet their adoption remains suboptimal in many Nigerian healthcare facilities. This study examines the determinants influencing EMR utilization among nurses in Nigerian Navy healthcare facilities…
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Research Trends of the Aspartate Aminotransferase/Alanine Aminotransferase (De Ritis Ratio) on Cancer: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Publications from 1990 to 2024
Background: The De Ritis (aspartate aminotransferase/alanine aminotransferase) ratio is a simple calculation of two liver enzymes, which was originally intended to detect liver-related diseases. However, its utilization has expanded to other medical fields, including oncology. The current study…
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Subcarinal Bronchogenic Cyst Causing Chest Pain in an 18-year-old Female
A bronchogenic cyst is a congenital lesion resulting from abnormal development of the ventral foregut and tracheobronchial tree during embryogenesis, which is usually detected incidentally in most cases. This case reports a young age with atypical chest pain. Her initial workup, including physical…
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Stigmatization and Coping Strategies of People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus: Emotion- and Problem-Focused Responses by Education Level
Background: Stigmatization remains a significant challenge in the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/AIDS epidemic, leading to increased transmission due to reduced testing, delayed treatment, and poor medication adherence. These factors, driven by stigma rather than the virus itself, also…
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Utility of Pap Smears for Diagnosing Cervical Infections: A Community-based Clinicopathological Study
Background: Cervical infections are common in our population, particularly among young and sexually active women. Early detection is important for timely management, even in asymptomatic cases. Aims and Objectives: To study the prevalence and cytological patterns of cervical infections among women…
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The Impact of Health Literacy Upon Lung Cancer Screening Beliefs among Residents of Neighborhood Adjacent to Refinery Oil at Basra City
Background and Objectives: The closeness of residential neighborhoods to oil refineries and petrochemical plants in these areas has heightened the community’s exposure to dangerous air pollutants. This study aimed to investigate the impact of health literacy upon lung cancer screening beliefs among…
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Fluoroscopy-Free Ureteroscopy for Distal Ureteric Calculus in Pregnancy
Urolithiasis is a common nonobstetric cause of acute abdominal pain during pregnancy, with treatment limited by fetal radiation concerns and anesthesia-related risks. We report a case of a healthy pregnant woman at 24 weeks of gestation who presented with a symptomatic distal ureteric stone…
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Accuracy of Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System in the Detection of Malignancy Risk of Thyroid Nodules in Relation to Fine-needle Aspiration Bethesda System Findings: A Tertiary Center Experience
Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of the thyroid imaging reporting and data system (TI-RADS) in predicting malignancy risk in thyroid nodules and to compare the TI-RADS findings with the fine-needle aspiration (FNA) Bethesda System in a tertiary center. Methods: A retrospective…
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Ustekinumab-induced Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis in a Patient with Crohn’s Disease
We present the case of a 22-year-old woman with Crohn’s disease who developed nephrotic-range proteinuria following Ustekinumab therapy. This is the first case in the literature. The patient started to have massive bilateral lower limb swellings with proteinuria. Renal biopsy revealed focal…
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Investigating Triggers, Coping Mechanisms, and General Perception of Migraine Headache among the General Population in Saudi Arabia
Background: A migraine is a common type of headache that can cause severe throbbing pain and usually occurs on one side of the head. Migraine research is vital to improve knowledge, awareness, and health promotion. This study aims to investigate triggers, coping mechanisms, and the general…
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Ethical and Legal Implications of Artificial Intelligence in Infection Prevention and Control: A Saudi Arabian Perspective
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming infection prevention and control (IPC) by enabling earlier outbreak detection, enhanced monitoring, and improved patient safety. In Saudi Arabia, these innovations align with Vision 2030 and national strategies led by the Saudi Data and Artificial…