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*2nd Account* SMJ is an open-access, peer-reviewed, monthly publication. Our mission is to disseminate accessible, useful, up-to-date, medical information.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Joined October 2023
Long-term growth hormone effects in Prader-Willi syndrome #growthhormone #mortality #PraderWillisyndrome
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Objectives: To assess the long-term effects and mortality rates associated with GH therapy in patients with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). Prader-Willi Syndrome is a rare genetic disease characterized...
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Estimating autism prevalence among children in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia #autismspectrumdisorder #publichealthpolicy #screeningprogram
https://t.co/nepYxSjUpq
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Objectives: To provide an accurate estimate of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) prevalence among children in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) by benchmarking against international and regional data,...
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Proton beam therapy indications in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia #clinicaldecisionmaking #protontherapy #clinicalpracticeguidelines
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Objectives: To update the national guidelines for proton therapy to reflect the evolving literature. The Saudi Particle Therapy Centre is making efforts to establish proton therapy services in the...
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Advances in genetic and molecular insights into thyroid disorders #thyroiddisorders #molecularprofiling #epigenetics
https://t.co/9MrMlKL5mN
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Thyroid disorders encompass a variety of autoimmune conditions such as Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, as well as several types of thyroid cancer. Recent advancements in next-generation...
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Pediatric Morgagni hernia #morgagnihernia #MIS #congenitaldiaphragmatichernia
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Objectives: To present our institutional experience with pediatric morgagni hernia (MH) emphasizing the presentation, diagnostic workup, surgical techniques, and follow-up. Methods: A retrospective...
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Video call program for intensive care patients and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic #COVIDー19 #criticalcare #videocall
https://t.co/BiAGwHQiGX
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Objectives: To describe the utilization of the My Visit application for video calls between patients admitted to intensive care units (ICUs) and their families during the .COVID-19 pandemic as an...
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Comparative analysis of autophagy and apoptosis pathways in viral and alcoholic cirrhosis #apoptosisinliverdisease #immunohistochemistryinhepatology #cirrhosispathogenesis
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Objectives: To study the different cellular death mechanisms between viral cirrhosis and alcoholic cirrhosis. The research investigated autophagy and apoptosis mechanisms in hepatitis B virus (HBV),...
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The relationship of ST6GAL1 with clinicopathological and prognostic factors in breast carcinomas #breastcancer #biomarkers #ST6GAL1
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Objectives: To investigate the association of β-galactoside α2-6 sialyltransferase 1 (ST6GAL1) expression with hormone receptor (HR), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2), and other...
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Unusual histopathologic findings of appendectomy specimens #neuroendocrinetumors #appendectomy #appendicealneoplasms
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Objectives: To investigate the incidence and nature of unusual histopathological findings in appendectomy specimens and assess their impact on post-appendectomy management. Methods: A retrospective...
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Empowering Saudi pharmacy students #pharmacyeducation #nudging #studentwellbeing
https://t.co/hH3Jt6HTmY
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Objectives: To promote healthy habits among pharmacy students through curriculum-embedded challenges. Student well-being is a growing concern in Saudi pharmacy education, with high rates of stress...
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Prognostic significance of the Borrmann classification in stage 2–3 gastric cancer #stomachneoplasms #Borrmannclassification #survivalrate
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Objectives: To assess the prognostic significance of Borrmann classification subtypes in patients with stage 2–3 gastric cancer who underwent surgical treatment. Methods: A retrospective review of 96...
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Cytopathological evaluation of serous effusions using the ISRSFC system Risk of malignancy and demographic associations in a Saudi cohort #cytomorphology #effusion #bodycavities
https://t.co/q331yBtFp3
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Objectives: To classify serous effusions using the ISRSFC and assess malignancy risk across diagnostic categories, considering patient demographics and clinical features. Serous fluid cytopathology...
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The incidence of unplanned reoperation and the related risk factors in pediatric surgery at a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia #unplannedoperation #pediatric #surgery
https://t.co/bDZmlYRRBG
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Objectives: To evaluate unplanned reoperation (URO) as a quality indicator and identify its rate and associated risk factors at our institution. Parental satisfaction and patient safety are crucial,...
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Autism spectrum disorder in Saudi Arabia Clinical dynamics from a multi-center study #autismspectrumdisorder #child #speechtherapy
https://t.co/e3NcOt1fGI
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Objectives: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by impairments in communication, social interaction, and behavior. This study aimed to explore the factors...
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Translating evidence to action to improve care and outcomes in type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease Read full Editorial of Joshua J. Neumiller and Nuha A. ElSayed https://t.co/uUerSqDe4N
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C hronic kidney disease (CKD) represents one of the most common and clinically challenging complications of diabetes, with CKD in type 2 diabetes (T2D) increasing risks for cardiovascular disease,...
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Saudi Clinical Practice Guidelines for management of diabetic kidney disease in adults #diabetickidneydisease #diabetesmellitus #management #SaudiArabia #ClinicalPracticeGuidelines
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Objectives: To develop evidence-based national guidelines incorporating recent advancements in clinical research and therapeutic strategies for the management of patients with diabetic kidney disease...
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Approaches to reduce the impact of stroke in Gulf Cooperation Council Nations https://t.co/dKVUYyGsbp
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S troke constitutes a major global health concern, being the second leading cause of mortality and the third leading cause of disability worldwide.[1][1] A study conducted by the Institute for Health...
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Integrating point-of-care ultrasound into prehospital care https://t.co/yyQmpKTcbq
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T his quasi-experimental study was set out to tackle one of the most pressing questions in modern emergency medicine: can paramedics, working independently in the field, safely and effectively use...
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The Economic Burden of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia https://t.co/X67h5RiEHd
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E levated cholesterol levels has been established as one of the most important modifiable risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (ASCVD).[1][1]-[3][2] Atherosclerotic cardiovascular...
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