Volume 25, Issue 118, December 2021

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Objective: To review the prevalence of Gastrointestinal symptoms among children in King Salman Armed Forces (KSAF) hospital-Saudi Arabia, Tabuk. Materials and methods: This study was a retrospective study, which conducted among autism children who visited King Salman armed forces hospital-Saudi Arabia, Tabuk from January 2016 to December 2020. All patients who aged from 2 to 14 years and diagnosed to have autism by DSM-5 criteria and by the assessment card were included in the study. All data was analyzed using the SPSS version 23.0 program (SPSS Inc, Chicago, IL). Results: The sample was 91 children diagnosed as ASD, 60.4% of them were ≥7 years, and 39.6% were < 7 years, 73.6% were males. Regarding autism symptoms; 44% delayed speech, 27.5% excessive movement, 4.4% convulsions, 15.4% other symptoms and 8.8% nothing. Most of them (81.3%) suffered at least one gastrointestinal symptom. GI symptoms were selective eating, diarrhea, diarrhea number per day, constipation, difficulty in defecation or pain during defecation, from large stools, a low stool frequency, defecating on himself, blood in stool, having very foul-smelling stools, and the presence of undigested pieces of food in the stool with the prevalence of 73.6%, 28.6%, 24.2%, 41.8%, 29.7%, 30.8%, 36.3%, 23.1%, 6.6%, 52.7% and 35.5% respectively.

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ANALYSIS

Double test positive predictive value assessment for fetal defect screening in the first trimester of pregnancy at suburban district hospitals of Ho Chi Minh City

Tuan Vo, Binh Pham, Hoang Vu, Nhat Ho, Bao Vo

Objectives: To determine positive predictive value of Double test for fetal defect screening during the first trimester of pregnancy among high-risk cases by Double test at suburban hospitals of Ho Chi Minh City.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3078-3084

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Prevalence of gastrointestinal manifestations among autism spectrum disorder children: A retrospective study

Khaled Alqoaer, Duha Abuharfil, Aziza Munis Alanazi, Sarah Alzahrani, Salwa Albalawi

Objective: To review the prevalence of Gastrointestinal symptoms among children in King Salman Armed Forces (KSAF) hospital-Saudi Arabia, Tabuk

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3085-3094

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Comparison of dental pediatric patient’s pain perception for needle free injection and conventional technique for buccal infiltration anesthesia – A randomized controlled trial

Pankaj Chavhan, Pratima Kolekar, Yogesh Somwanshi, Akash Bakal, Shruti Bhamare, Suraj Bakal

Aim: The purpose of the present study was to assess the pain perception for Jet injection and conventional injection for buccal infiltration local anesthesia among children

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3095-3100

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Self-assessment of tooth discoloration on natural anterior teeth between different types of smoking among adults in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Mohammed Awawdeh, Abeeralrumyyan, Abdulrahman Alsomali, Ahmed Alharbi, Ali Almutairi, Ali Alammari, Rakan Alhadlaq, Anas Alanazi

Objectives: The aim of the study is to evaluate anterior teeth staining caused by different types of smoking. Methodology: Questionnaire was prepared to have the following sections: Sociodemographic, oral hygiene practices, smoking habits and evaluation of teeth staining.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3101-3113

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Effect of some nutritional supplement on the cerebellum against cyclophosphamide toxicity

Ali Hassan A Ali, Shaban Ragab Ibrahim, Abdulrahman M Alkassar Alanazi, Hamad Mesfer H Alatif, Bandar Suliman S Alsultan, Bakheet Mulfi S Alrashdi, Yousef K Alhuzaimi, Obaid A M Alhajri, Abdulhakim Alqahtani

The cerebellum is anatomically situated behind the brain stem inside the posterior cranial fossa. As an important part of nervous system, it can be affected by oxidative stress

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3114-3120

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Barriers influencing diabetic adults’ demand for diabetic retinopathy screening during the covid-19 pandemic in Taif city; patients’ perspectives

Abdulhamid Alghamdi, Nada Saed Alrubaie, Nada Ahmad Almalki, Khaled Abdulrahman Almalki, Mahmood Abdullah A Eid, Rana Eidhah Almalki, Khames T Alzahrani

Background: Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) is a complication of uncontrolled Diabetic mellitus (DM). It affects the vision-related quality of life significantly, and it is one of the leading causes of blindness

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3121-3131

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Effectiveness of diaphragm activation using reflex mediated dynamic neuromuscular stabilization on trunk function in hemiplegia

Raghumahanti Raghuveer, Ekta Chitkara, Parul Raj Agarwal

Introduction: Trunk muscle strength is impaired multidirectionally in hemiplegic patients and its identification plays a crucial role in planning treatment strategies in rehabilitation

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3132-3139

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CASE REPORT

Pre-operative embolization of giant pulmonary arteriovenous malformation: Case report

Mohammed Hussain Al Metlag, Abeer F Al-Dhawi, Khalid Saeed Al Ahmari, Hatem Al Obaidi, Sultan Nasser Al Ammari, Abdulwaeed Alruhaimi, Faisal Al Ahmari, Abdulaziz Almat'hami

Among pulmonary vascular anomalies are arteriovenous malformation (AVM) featured by miscommunication between pulmonary arteries and veins

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3140-3145

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ANALYSIS

Effect of thermocycling and khat extract staining on the optical and mechanical properties of ceramic materials

Mohammed M Al Moaleem, Abdulaziz A Alathwani, Abdulhamid A Alamir, Mesfer I Alshehri, Makiah S Alsaeed, Abdullah SA Otudi, Hussain A Munthiri, Saleem A Atiah, Aisha M Yamani, Zainab M Madkhali, Majid A Arishi

Background: Color stability of CAD/CAM prosthetic materials is important for long-term clinical and survival success during daily chewing habit

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3146-3156

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An investigation of mandibular asymmetry and associated soft-tissue characteristics among adults: A digitalized orthopantomographic and photographs assessment

Nancy Ajwa, Nora Ababtain, Daniyah Alsulaiman, Shahad Alotaibi, Maram Alqahtani, Khames T Alzahrani

Introduction: There are many controversies behind the topic of mandibular asymmetry. Conflicts include: gender predilection, soft tissue correlation and what is considered normal asymmetry

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3157-3166

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The estimating level of awareness and knowledge of colorectal cancer among students at Umm Al-Qura University health colleges

Salah Bakry, Mohannad Hemdi, Aseel Bati, Malek Alharbi, Abdulaziz Albarakati, Ammar Aljohani

Aim/Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) encompasses a challenging health dilemma affecting millions of people globally and nationally. This study surveyed health-related students from different medical colleges in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3167-3173

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A cross sectional analytical study estimating awareness of Saudi community about complications and post cementation care of porcelain veneers with dentist and patient related risk factors

Randa Sabry Ibrahim, Abeer Abdullah Alrumyyan, Abdul Salam Thekkiniyakath Ali, Miral Zaki Alrowili, Norah Mohammed Gharawi, Saleha Khalid Alkhairy, Razan Mohamed Aldhafiri, Balsam Dawood Alghomlas

Purpose: The aim of this study is to assess the awareness and knowledge about complications, dentist /patient related risk factors and post cementation care of dental veneers among the Saudi population in Riyadh

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3174-3182

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Organ injury study and the mortality rate assessment in a cecal slurry dose-dependent peritonitis in a rabbit model

Hosien Pormasoumi, Daryoush Rostami, Khosro Jamebozorgi, Arash Rajabi

Introduction: Sepsis is a life-threatening medical crisis in which the body responds to infections extremely. The present study is aimed to assess the extent of mortality in cycle slurry, dose-dependent peritonitis in the rabbit model

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3183-3201

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CASE REPORT

Acute abdomen: atypical presentation and outcome: A case report

Ahmed M Ramzy, Abdulmohsen A Altwaijri, Omar T Ahmed, Abdelrahman G Hassan

An unusual presentation is usually problematic in terms of diagnosis and management, in this case report we will show one of these presentations and how to identify the correct diagnosis to help avoid the complications of any delay

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3202-3205

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RESEARCH

Flow cytometric assessment of nivolumab and/or epigallocatechin-3-gallate on cancer stem cells of DMBA induced hamster buccal pouch carcinoma

Mohamed Alaa Al-Dosoki, Ahmed Abd-Alshakor Abd-Alhafez, Asmaa Mohamed Zahran Omar, Mohamed Gomaa Attia Zouair

The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of nivolumab and/or epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) on cancer stem cell(s) (CSC(s)) of DMBA induced hamster buccal pouch squamous cell carcinoma (HBPSCC).

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3206-3221

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ANALYSIS

Prevalence of headache and associated risk factors among radiology department

Hussain A Al Ghadeer, Jaafer J Al Obaid, Wejdan H Al Musallam, Khadijah A Al Ali, Qassim A Al Hassan

Background: Headache is considered as disabling disorder. It has significant impact on the quality of life and functional impairment. Health care providers in radiology department within different qualification are expected to experience health-related problems

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3222-3230

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CASE REPORT

A malignant transformation of benign phyllode tumor of breast and its management: A case report from India

Meenal Rajput, Md. Jawed Akhter, Lamture YR, Gaurav Jagtap

Phyllode tumor (PT) of a breast is mostly benign, it shows a very rare transformation into malignant PT. Globally, less than a percentage of cases get reported for breast tumors

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3231-3236

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Xanthogranulomatous pancreatitis in a male patient with pre-existing SPEN

Qaed Alhammami, Fahd Alshehri

Background: Xanthogranulomatous (yellow granulomatous) pancreatitis is a very rare and chronically destructive inflammatory process. Solid pseudo papillary pancreatic tumors are rare pancreatic tumors

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3237-3241

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ANALYSIS

Risk factors of asthma among the Saudi pediatric population between 1 and 15 years old

Abdullah Mohammed Khayat, Meshal Mohammed Almalki, Asim Abdulhadi Almalki, Meshal Mohammed Alhumyani, Nasser Saleh Altalhi, Rakan Dasman Alqurashi, Ahmed Mahmoud Alqurashi, Khames T Alzahrani

Background: Asthma is a widespread medical problem among the pediatric age group in Saudi Arabia. This study describes asthma risk factors relevant to the Saudi population. The main objective of this study is to determine the risk factors for developing asthma among Saudi children

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3242-3250

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Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice about thyroid disorder before and during pregnancy among adult female patient in Northern region of Saudi Arabia

Hyder Mirqhani, Wafa Faisal W Aljadrawi, Wejdan Mohammed S Alshehri, Thekra Zaidan Ali Albalawi, Rana Suliman D Alshwamin, Amal Nafea J Alharbi, Aseel Ali T Albalawi

Background: Knowledge, attitude, and practice are an integral component in the management of thyroid disorders during pregnancy. Therefore, this study aimed to assess knowledge, attitude and practice about thyroid disorder before and during pregnancy

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3251-3258

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Utility and perception of smartphone related medical apps among medical students during full-time virtual learning

Arwa A AlJishi, Ghaida A AL Zaher, Zainab A Alqutayfi, Fatimah B Al mousa, Zainab A Jadher, Alaa H Aljanabi, Einas M Yousef

Objectives: This article investigated the purposes and medical students’ perception of using smartphone medical applications, as well as the impacts on their clinical practice during full-time virtual learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3259-3265

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Effect of smartphone addiction on sleep quality among medical students at Taibah University, Medina, Saudi Arabia

Sawsan Abdullah Algarni, Abdulaziz Saleh Aljohani

Background: Smartphone is a double-edged sword since its addiction has a lot of negative effects on health as it will affect sleep quality, eating behaviors, exercise, and academic performance

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3266-3278

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Prevalence of depression among adult obese patients attending primary health care clinics in MOH, Medina, Saudi Arabia

Yasser Dhaher Alharbi, Mansour Almuzaini

Background: Obesity and depression are two common conditions that adversely affect both health and the economy at the individual and social levels. Both depression and obesity lead to poor quality of life and emotional well-being, especially in social relationships

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3279-3287

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Emergency surgery for obstructing or perforated colon cancer; rate of re-intervention and prognostic factors: A single center study

Ayyob A Alqarni, Sawsan A Alharthi, Loujain A Alyousef, Rana K Alramyan, Raghad I Alshaalan, Lujain A Alassaf

Aim: Emergency complications of colon cancer including obstruction and perforation can be seen in up to one third of patients as an initial presentation. The aim of this study is to determine the rate of re-intervention, incidence of complications, and prognostic factors of emergency surgery in obstructing and perforated colon cancer

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3288-3302

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Knowledge and attitude regarding prosthodontic rehabilitation and factors affecting the patients visiting among Saudi Arabian population: A cross-sectional study

Inderjit Gowdar, Mohammed Alqhtani, Faisal Alhijab, Mohammed Almutairi, Abdullah Alhwsawi, Abdulaziz Alhumaidan, Khames Alzahrani, Abdulrahman Alhaddad

Background: Oral diseases will have an impact on one's health and quality of life. One of the reasons individuals’ visit the dentist is because they are completely or partially edentulous. Mastication, communication, facial support, and esthetics are all affected when teeth are lost

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3303-3309

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Factors influencing on SCD patient's family and caregivers in Al-Qunfudah governorate, Saudi Arabia

Fawaz Mohammed Alzubaidi, Salah Bakry, Adnan M Alhazmi, Naif Abdullah Almarahabi, Hamzah Zain Sulaiman Alsayed, Mohammed R Alhayli, Mohamed AM Iesa, Mohamed A Elhefny

Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a common hereditary haematological disorder affecting millions worldwide. The current study aimed to improve the quality of life in SCA patients by Periodic psychological assessment

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3310-3316

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CASE REPORT

Post-traumatic bilateral temporomandibular joint ankylosis secondary to condylar fracture: A case report

Dhiran Talatule, Ayesha Sayyad, Ramhari Sathawane, Romita Gaikwad, Pranali Thakre, Simranjeet Singh, Vidyarjan Sukhdeve

Temporomandibular joint ankylosis (TMJA) is due to union of the condyle with the glenoid fossa as it results to a long-standing, persistent, difficulty in mouth opening. It affects facial growth leading to facial deformity.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3317-3321

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A case report of herpes zoster in a cutaneous leishmaniasis patient

Azzam I Alkhalifah, Rayan Alhumaid, Azzam S Alkhalifah, Reem I Alkhalifah

Saudi Arabia is an endemic area of cutaneous leishmaniasis with L. major and L. tropica being the causative species. A 47-year-old patient presented to the clinic with large plaque of cutaneous leishmaniasis and sporotrichoid nodules

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3322-3325

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Assessment of knowledge and practice in management of tooth avulsion among dental clinicians: A cross-sectional study

Mohammed Mustafa

Aim: Tooth avulsion (TA) is a common presentation of dental trauma and if treated on time saves money and psychological stress to the patient.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3326-3335

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Time-dependent expression patterns of inflammatory markers in rat model of lipopolysaccharide-induced acute systemic inflammation

Eman Mohammad Albataineh, Saad Abdulrahman Hussain, Sinan Subhi Farhan, Heba M Abd El Kareem, Samir Saad Mahgoub

Objectives: The study aimed to assess the relationship between various inflammatory markers in an induced systemic inflammation by lipopolysaccharide (LPS) after 6 and 24-hr intervals, and to compare their sensitivity and specificity

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3336-3344

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Factors affecting patients’ behaviors toward prosthodontic treatment needs in Saudi Arabia

Abdulrahman Jafar Alhaddad, Nabeel Munshi, Waad Mohammed Ali, Alhanouf Ali Aldoiej, Ayah Ali Alnemari, Faisal Hassan Alhazmi, Turki Salah Alkhallagi, Khames Torki Alzahrani, Osama Ahmed Qutub

Background: There are many factors could have an effect on patient’s behavior and treatment decision to complete their essential prosthodontic treatment needs, numerous studies have been conducted globally to determine the main reason behind neglecting prosthodontic treatment

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3345-3355

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Prevalence of sharp injuries among residents of surgical specialties in Saudi Arabia

Abdulaziz M Alajalin, Nawaf N Almutairi, Shuruq O Alshammari, Sadin W Alhazmi, Fahad S Alkhalaf, Abeer A Alhazmi

Introduction: Surgical residents are at risk to get infected with hepatitis C virus, hepatitis B virus and human immunodeficiency viruses, due to sharp injuries.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3356-3364

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Assessment of knowledge and awareness regarding systemic lupus erythematosus among the population in Taif, Saudi Arabia

Jamal Abdullah Albishri, Moayyad Fateh Alotbi, Rami Faleh Algethami, Amani Hassan Alrumaym, Abdulelah Mosherf Albaradi

Objectives: Our study aimed to assess the awareness and knowledge of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in Taif, Saudia Arabia among the Taif city population. Subjects and methods: A cross-sectional study was started in July 2021 in Taif city on a representative sample of 450 participants

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3365-3372

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Pneumonia admissions to the ICU: Prevalence of comorbidities and outcome

Asma K Almalki, Rinad Z Almuteeri, Rahaf H Althalabi, Hanin A Sahli, Fatimah A Hayash, Rahaf H Alrayiqi, Ahmad R Abuzinadah, Ahmed K Bamaga, Faris Alhejaili

Background: Intensive care unit (ICU) patients with pneumonia have significant mortality and morbidity. Objectives: To identify different types and outcomes of pneumonia cases admitted to ICU in our center and the prevalence of comorbidities in death and survival cases

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3373-3381

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Awareness and attitude regarding diabetic retinopathy among physicians in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Fahad M. Almotairy, Mohammed S. Almutairi, Abdulrahman S. Bamhair, Ghassan A. Bagazi, Omar K. Alolayan, Tamim A. Alsuqayh, Ahmed Z. Alkhars, Reem R. Alhuthail

Background: Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of working age population blindness in western society, and it has a prevalence of 36.8% in Saudi Arabia based on a recent study

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3382-3391

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Public knowledge, attitudes and practice toward bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation in Saudi Arabia, a cross-sectional study

Sami Alamri, Meaad Khan, Mada Jarad, Ahmed Almalki, Talal Alotaibi, Alhassan Ahmed, Muath Alraddadi, Ziad Albalwi, Omniah Altemani, Sarah Alswayed

The “out-of-hospital cardiac arrest” is a term used to describe the event of heart activity cessation that occurs in a setting that is outside of a healthcare center.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3392-3399

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A descriptive survey investigating awareness of computer vision syndrome among general population in eastern region, Saudi Arabia

Hussain A Al Ghadeer, Abdulaziz A Al Taisan, Fatema A Almajed, Zainab A Alaithan, Huda M Alethan, Shahad A Alabdrabulrida, Abdullah F Al Muaibid, Hussain R Al Shaban, Yousef A Alhamaid, Mohammed A Alkuwayti

Background: Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a group of vision-related manifestation as result of spending contentious hours on screen. The digitalization is becoming an integral part of our life in which making the eyes, musculoskeletal health related problems increased many folds

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3400-3408

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Evaluation of parent’s knowledge and awareness towards early orthodontic treatment for their children among Saudi Arabia

Osama A Basri, Ealyh S Alghamdi, Asmahan Al Amoudi, Lina A Filimban, Hassan A Bin Darwish, Fatemah A Alsaman, Khames Alzahrani

Background: According to McNamara, early orthodontic treatment is a therapeutic method used on the deciduous or mixed dentition for the purpose of preventing, intercepting, or repairing any orthodontic disorders.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3409-3416

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CASE REPORT

Protein S deficiency presenting with portal vein thrombosis in a non-cirrhotic pregnant woman: Case report and review of literature

Ahmed Alshammari

A 27-year-old primigravid patient presented with severe abdominal pain during the 10th week of gestation. Blood test results, including those of lipase and liver enzymes, were unremarkable

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3417-3420

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ANALYSIS

Adverse effects of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine among adolescents aged 12-18 in Saudi Arabia

Osama Abdul Rahman Marglani, Mohammed Bakr Qashqari, Meshal Talal Alnashri, Hassan Abdulmohsen Alharbi, Mohammed Ibrahim Namenkani, Nora Talal Alnashri, Mohammed Saad Alamri, Khames Torki Alzahrani

Background: Since its discovery in China in 2019, the Coronavirus illness (COVID-19) has posed a worldwide threat. The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 is to blame (SARS-CoV-2).

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3421-3430

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Smartphone ocular check application accuracy in comparison to traditional test for Saudi school children

Farah Maqsood, Eman A Alzawadi

Purpose: Visual acuity screening in children during and after the Covid-19 pandemic by recommending parents a free and easy Ocular Check Application

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3431-3436

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Awareness and perception of medical students of al-baha University regarding eye health

Ali Hendi Alghamdi, Aimun AE Ahmed, Amjad Yahya Ahmed Alzahrani, Mohammed Abdullah Ibrahim Alghamdi, Modi Fahd Nasser Al Qahtani, Osama Hassan Saleh Alghamdi, Manal Khalaf Ambarak Alzahrani, Osama Abdullah Hassan Alzahrani, Majed Abdulaziz Ibn Ahmed Alghamdi, Linda Saad Abdullah Thafid, Mahadi Bashir

Introduction: The study aimed to assess the awareness and perception of Al Baha medical students towards; High altitude, Medications, Contact lenses, pregnancy, and Ultraviolet effects on eye health

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3437-3445

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Premenstrual syndrome among female students at King Abdulaziz University: Prevalence, coping behaviors and health related quality of life, cross sectional study

Hind Abdulrahim Al Sulami, Ibtisam Aziz Almuntashiri, Sondus Ghazi Almalki, Afnan Saad Alzubaidi, Amjad Abdullah Alzahrani, Ola Essam Halawani, Rajaa Al-Raddadi

Introduction: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a cause of conflict in women's lives, in the social relationship and the daily living activity. The prevalence of PMS worldwide is 47.8% which varies from one country to another.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3446-3454

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Comparative study between uniportal and triportal VATS in the management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax

Ehab F Salim, Gaser A Ali

Background: Nowadays, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is the management of choice for primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP).

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3455-3462

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CASE REPORT

Huge Antrochoanal polyp with unusual presentation

Fatimah Saleh Alkhalifah, Omimah A Abdullah, Khalid A Alyahya, Abdulwahab Abdullatif Alyahya

Antrochoanal polyps (ACPs) are an infrequent type of nasal polyp that account for about 3-5% of all type of nasal polyps.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3463-3469

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ANALYSIS

Visual outcomes and patient’s satisfaction after LVC surgery: Cross sectional study among patients who experienced LVC procedure for myopia

Abdlrahman Alamri, Sara Almehmadi, Ahmed Abulfaraj, Sarah Alarfaj, Abdalaziz Ibrahim Saadi, Muath Alotaibi, Alwaleed Alshehri, Khames T Alzahrani

Background: Despite a percentage of failure due to the recurrence of myopia after surgery, which produces diminished gratification for the patient and surgeon, laser vision correction (LVC) surgery is the most frequent therapy for myopia with great results

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3470-3478

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Prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome and its associated risk factors among medical students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: A cross sectional study

Samar S Zarnoog, Abdullah N Al Omrani, Arwa A Alrumaih, Hind A Alabdullatif, Firas K Almarri, Rahaf I Alshareef, Hissah A Alkharan, Naif H Alsanad, Faisal K Alyahya, Razique Anwer, Arezki Azzi

Background and Objectives: Irritable bowel syndrome is associated with psychological disorders, including stress, anxiety, and depression which were reported to be high among medical students

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3479-3488

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The prevalence and factors associated with musculoskeletal pain among medical students at Ibn Sina National College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Intessar Sultan, Rania Mohammed Algouzi, Mozoon Abdullah Alasmari, Ruya Adel Abdullah

Background: Musculoskeletal pain (MSP), especially low back pain (LBP); ranked one of the main leading causes of disability particularly among those with significant physical and psychological efforts

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3489-3496

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Laboratory Markers in Egyptian Children with covid-19

Hanan Hanna, Hossam Hosny

Background: As Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global pandemic infectious disease, medical staff all over the world are still struggling with the management of the disease

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3497-3504

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Knowledge and attitude of medical physicians and dental practitioners towards halitosis in Saudi Arabia

Tariq Wahass, Hazim Alharkan, Ali Alshamari, Nader Alamri, Anmar Alarnous, Ahmad Assari

Background: Halitosis is a prevalent condition and causes a lot of embarrassment and psychological distress to individuals. The bad smell mainly arises because of protein degradation by gram-negative anaerobic bacteria which produce volatile Sulphur compounds

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3505-3514

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The relationship between pregnancy rhinitis and parity, preconception atopy and maternal age, a study from Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

Khalid Alyahya, Fatimah Alkhalifah, Zainab Alshaqaq, Lamis Al Jamaan, Zainab Al Shakhs, Abdullah Alarfaj

Introduction: Allergic rhinitis has a high prevalence with significant morbidity and loss of patients’ productivity. Its cardinal symptoms include nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing, and itching

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3515-3521

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The relationship of anxiety symptoms on self-care management among diabetic patients in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

Ashjan Albarak, Ayman Albarrak, Fathia Omer Mohamed

Aim: the purpose of the study to investigate the relationship between anxiety and self-care management in patients with DM 2 in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3522-3529

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CASE REPORT

Hyaline fibromatosis: Two case reports and literature review

Abdulatif Abuhaimed, Meshal Almunif, Mashaal Alswaidan, Sarah Aldosari, Abdulmalik Alsahhaf

Hyaline fibromatosis (HF) is a rare genetic disease, with two types that have an early onset. The disease is distinguished by hyaline deposition at different areas in the body, osteolytic bony lesions, and gingival hypertrophy

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3530-3534

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RESEARCH

Auditory rehabilitation on congenital deafness pediatric patients after cochlear implantation

Nguyen Thanh Vu, Le Tran Quang Minh, Nguyen Thanh Vinh, Tran Phan Chung Thuy

Purpose: This study aimed to determine the effect of auditory rehabilitation in children after 1 year of cochlear implantation and related factors.

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3535-3540

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Antioxidant activity derived from Punica granatum L. peels extract in micetoxicity induced by a mixture of Nerium oleander extract, acetaminophen and gentamicin

Naeem F Qusty, Ahmad A Alghamdi, Ayman Al-Hazmi, Baraa J Bandah, Mohammed H Mukhtar, Mai Alhadrami, Ibrahim F Halawani, Abdulraheem A Almalki, Hamza M Assaggaf, Abdullah F Aldairi

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are formed through the body’s metabolism. Uncontrolled production of ROS occurs during oxidative stress-induced in various diseases, such as diabetes mellitus

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3541-3550

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CASE REPORT

Fibrolipomatous hamartoma emerging from the median nerve associated with macrodystrophia lipomatosa

Feras Altumaihi, Razan Altumaihi, Raied Oufi, Hattan Aljaaly, Basim Awan

Fibrolipomatous hamartoma with macrodystrophia lipomatosa is a rare congenital condition characterised by a benign enlargement of the peripheral nerves and surrounding fibro-adipose tissues

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3551-3556

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The hidden truth about the development of myelodysplastic syndrome following immunosuppressant therapy for systemic sclerosis

Abishek Chakkravarthi M, Azeem I, Aswin Manikandan, Natarajan Suresh

Many rheumatic conditions, including Systemic sclerosis, increase the risk of cancer. Solid tumours are most often found in the lungs, oesophagus, or breast. A higher risk of haematological cancers also associated with some DMARD therapeutic drug for systemic sclerosis

Medical Science, 2021, 25(118), 3557-3561

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