Volume 27, Issue 138, August 2023

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Background and aim: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is commonly practiced, and Makkah city being a religious site has more diversity and access to it, which should be addressed and measured. The objective of this study is to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice of various CAM practices in the population of Makkah city, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A web-based cross sectional descriptive study was conducted using a previously validated questionnaire which was translated in Arabic and thereafter distributed via electronic links to the target population. Results: A total of 437 responses were collected fulfilling the inclusion criteria. The participants were ranged from 18 to more than 50 years old, 89.2% of them were females and 95.4% were Saudi. A total of 347 participants had knowledge about CAM and it was observed to be higher among females 80.5% compared to the males 70.2%. 67.5% of the participants reported using CAM and the most reported source of knowledge was family/friends (62.5%), followed by social media (52.2%). 42.9% agreed that CAM is better than conventional medicine for treatment, and 42.8% concurred that it’s safe to use without consulting a medical practitioner. 82.4% think CAM is effective for treatment, and 67.5% regard CAM as safe for use. Conclusion: CAM is widely favored by the citizens of Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

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CASE REPORT

Optimizing cardiac therapeutic intervention strategies for patients undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgery towards recovery and quality of life enhancement: A case study

Radha Manish Nangliya, Manali A Boob, Pratik Phansopkar, Kamya Somaiya

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a standard type of surgery to treat coronary heart disease. Although restoring the circulation of blood is the main goal of CABG, an effective rehabilitation program is also crucial.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e315ms3131

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Retroperitoneal mature teratoma in 3 months old male infant: A case report

Chaithanya Pulivarthi, Revat Meshram, Amar Taksande

A Mature teratoma is a tumour consisting of various tissues and is generally a benign tumor. A 3 months old male infant presented with a history of distension of the abdomen, urinary dribbling, and trouble passing.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e316ms3139

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ANALYSIS

Patterns of risky driving behaviors among Preventive Medicine Residents in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2023

Leena E Azhar, Amal H Alghamdi

Introduction: Risky driving behavior is a significant public health problem that is responsible for the majority of fatal traffic accidents. This study evaluated the prevalence of risky driving behaviors.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e317ms3137

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Public knowledge, attitude and practice of complementary and alternative medicine in Makkah city, Saudi Arabia

Raghad Majed Hariri, Khulood Waleed Melebari, Aljoharah Abdullah Alqahtani, Bushra Ahmed Shaikh, Rasha Ibrahim Kutbi, Mayyas Abdulaziz Alnajmi, Yazan Hussain Shahat, Osama Abdullah Abdulrahman, Mokhtar Mahfouz Shatla

Background and aim: Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is commonly practiced, and Makkah city being a religious site has more diversity and access to it, which should be addressed and measured.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e318ms3169

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Coping with the COVID-19 pandemic: Anxiety, depression and stress: Results from a cross-sectional survey

Wafaa Aqeeli, Abeer Qadah, Waad Zamzami, Yosra Alhindi, Arwa Fairaq, Sahar Elashmony

Introduction: The global burden of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has affected mental health in many people, including anxiety, depression, and stress. Methods: Google online survey was posted about the COVID-19.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e319ms3171

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Knowledge, attitude and practices of self-medication and rational drug use habits among medical students in Madinah city

Hala Gasim Elssied, Renad Alsaedi, Rawabi Alharbi, Rahaf Almughathawi, Lama Alraddadi, Amirah Alzughaibi

Background: Rational use of drugs require that patient receive medicine appropriate to their clinical needs in a dose that meets their own individual requirements for an adequate period at the lowest cost to them and their community.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e320ms3052

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Comparative study of automatic bolus tracking and manual bolus tracking in triphasic Computed Tomography of the abdomen

Amal Shaji, Adarsh KM, Amita Digambar Dabholkar

Background: A computer-assisted bolus tracking system that initiates diagnostic scans prompted by contrast enhancement was recently developed. Using low-dose scans, this technology allows the scans.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e321ms3107

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In-vitro comparison of TruNatomy and XP-endo Shaper on amount of dentin removal: A micro-computed tomography study

Elaf A Rehan, Radwa S Emara, Geraldine M Ahmed

Objective: To use micro-computed tomography to assess the effectiveness of the TruNatomy versus the XP-endo Shaper for removing dentin from single-rooted permanent teeth with straight root canals.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e322ms3143

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Prevalence of maternal health problems and adverse birth outcome in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Fathi El-Gamal, Siham LAL Mohammad, Nawras Ahmed, Banan Julaidan, Randa Alsibyani, Assmaa Shaker

The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of pregnancy related maternal complications and birth outcome among women in Jeddah city Saudi Arabia. This was a cross section study where convenient samples of females were approached.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e323ms3144

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CASE REPORT

Combined cardiac surgery and extra-anatomic ascendant aorto-bifemoral bypass: Short-term results

Van Hung Dung, Ho Khanh Duc, Tran Do Anh Vu, Pham Thanh Binh, Nguyen Doan Thai Hung, Chau Chi Linh, Le Hoang Van, Hoang Nien Nham, Nguyen Hoang Huy, Nguyen Minh Trung, MS Minh Chau Van Nguyen

Background: Valvular or coronary artery disease associated with aortoiliac vascular disease is uncommon but very severe. We report the short-term results of 4 cases of single-stage surgery performed cardiac surgery.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e324ms3156

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Extrapyramidal syndrome - anaesthetist’s challenge: A case report

Jui Jadhav, Shrilekh Mankhair

Extrapyramidal syndrome (EPS) is the condition commonly referred to as drug induced movement disorders, due to the side effects of drugs which the patients experience from dopamine receptor antagonists.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e325ms3142

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ANALYSIS

Forecasting Severities and Etiology of Acute Pancreatitis by Using Pancreatic Enzymes and Lipase: Amylase Ratio

Kamlesh Taori, Vijendra Kirnake, Parmeshwar Junare, Ravi Daswani, Anusha Gupta, Sagar Bothra, Nikhil Pantbalekundri, Sourya Acharya

Background: Acute pancreatitis is a common disease with raising incidence and is potentially a life-threatening condition. Many patients with alcohol related pancreatitis were misdiagnosed as gallstone related pancreatitis.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e326ms3151

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Risk factors of erectile dysfunction among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: A retrospective real-world study in the Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia

Wan Mohd Nazlee Wan Zainon, Mohd Albaihaqi Ahmad Lotopi, Nur Syuhada Roslan, Norazlina Mat Nawi, Arsalan Humayun, Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi

Introduction: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common complication in men with type 2 diabetes mellitus and can significantly impact their quality of life and relationships

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e327ms3065

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CASE REPORT

Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome, A Rare Polyposis Syndrome: A Case Report

Kamlesh Taori, Vijendra Kirnake, Saurabh Mukewar, Sourya Acharya, Sunil Kumar, Anamika Giri, Shubham Nimkar

Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome (PJS) is an uncommon familial disorder that leads to the development of gastrointestinal and extragastrointestinal hamartomatous polyps, mucocutaneous pigmentation with an increased risk of malignancy

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e328ms2745

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ANALYSIS

Incidence of cutaneous warts: A retrospective study in King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Saudi Arabia

Shaimaa Salaam, Rinad Bakhsh, Haya Obaid, Mohammed H Abduljabbar, Jehad Hariri

Human papilloma virus (HPV) causes cutaneous warts, a common and benign skin condition. Despite the extensive research on HPV, few studies have explicitly examined cutaneous warts, especially in Saudi Arabia

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e329ms3093

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Association of ABO blood groups and Diabetes Mellitus in King Abdulaziz University Hospital: A case-control study

Mohammed A Jan, Obadah S Mishiming, Abdulaziz G Aljohani, Ayar A Bukhari, Jalal M Al-Sayyad, Sohaib E Althagafi, Aseel Ahmed N Althagafi, Khaled A Yaghmour

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder resulting from decreased insulin production or increased cell resistance to insulin. The association between DM risk and 'ABO' blood groups have demonstrated by a few earlier kinds of research in the Jeddah region

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e330ms3145

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Prostate cancer severity prediction in advanced age groups in low incidence region

Mostafa A Arafa, Karim H Farhat, Danny M Rabah, Alaa Mokhtar, Waleed Al-Taweel, Alanoud Abdullah Albukairi, Mohamed Fawzi Farahat, Horeya M Ismail

Objectives: To explore the relationship between prostate cancer (PCa) aggressiveness and the advanced age at diagnosis. Materials and methods: Men who had high Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) (>4ng/ml) were referred to the urology clinic for further evaluation by MRI, and those with positive findings were scheduled for a biopsy

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e331ms3168

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Development and validation of Scale for Prediction of Ambulation in Indian Children with Cerebral Palsy- The SPAIC scale

Pallavi Palaskar, Sanjeev Attry, Rinkle Malani, Anchit Gugnani, Anjali Kale, Namrata Sant

The most frequently observed disability in children is Cerebral Palsy (CP). Identifying the capacity and prognosis of ambulation in children with CP is very important for therapists and rehabilitation

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e332ms3073

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Assessment of osteoporosis knowledge among general population in Aseer region, Saudi Arabia

Hayfa Abdulkhaleq AlHefdhi, Mohammed Abdullah Aoun Alshahrani, Reem Thalib Hadhir Alalyani, Nawaf Saleh Mana Alshamrani, Muath Abdullah A Alqathanin, Nouf Ali Abdullah Asiri, Njoud Moghram Jaber Alkedaisi, Tahani Khalaf Abdullah Alomari

Background: Osteoporosis is a significant global health issue characterized by reduced bone mass and deterioration of bone microarchitecture, resulting in a high incidence of fractures.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e333ms3129

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Quality of life in patients who underwent bariatric surgery at a tertiary hospital in Madina, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

Nouf Abdulaziz Alkalbi, Sami Abdo Radman Al-Dubai, Abdulhamid Awadh Alharbi, Maha Mubarak Almutairi, Zahrah Ibrahim Alsharif, Masheal Abdullah Abdulmaqsud, Arwa Atiah Almalki, Zeidan Abdu Zeidan

Background: Body mass index and comorbidities determine surgical indications for bariatric surgery. The study aimed to evaluate health-related quality of life (QoL) in patients following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e334ms3180

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Outcome of neonates born to mother with pregnancy induced hypertension: A clinical study

Apoorv Jain, Amar Taksande

Introduction: Eclampsia as well as associated complications can be evaded with proper antenatal care, early recognition of pre-eclampsia, and early intervention

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e335ms2863

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Knowledge, attitude, and practice about Colorectal Carcinoma among the general population in Bisha City, Saudi Arabia

Abdullah Fahad Alhalafi, Abdulmajeed Alkhathami, Ahmed Y Al-Ameer, Mohammed Abdullah Algamdi, Wael Jaber Alsulami, Mada Abdullah Alghamdi, Lama Abdulaziz Almalhan, Ahmed M Senbel

Background: Colorectal Carcinoma is a cancer of the colon or rectum that is a growth of cells in the lower end of the digestive tract. Healthcare professionals advise screening for high-risk persons or over the age of 45 since removing polyps prevents cancer.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e336ms3193

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CASE REPORT

An advanced Sebaceous Gland Carcinoma of the eyelid: A rare case report

Rahul Rajendran, Bhushan Jajoo, Raju Shinde, Firoz Borle, Tejashree Telkhade, Hard Tilva

Sebaceous gland carcinoma (SGC) of the eyelid is an extremely lethal tumor if left untreated due to its extensive capacity to infiltrate surrounding tissue and metastasize

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e337ms2855

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ANALYSIS

Public Awareness of Head and Neck Cancers at Al Baha region, Saudi Arabia

Rajab Alzahrani, Mohammed A Alghamdi, Mujtaba A Ali, Abdullah Alghamdi, Safa Saleh S Alzahrani, Yakain Hussain A Alhaddad, Shams Mohammed Y Alsalman, Amal Mohammed Saad Alghamdi

Background: Head and neck cancers contribute substantially to global morbidity and mortality as the seventh most common form of cancer.

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e338ms3104

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Prevalence and awareness assessment towards Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) among Saudi females in the western region of Saudi Arabia

Tayf Bukhari, Lama Babaqi, Anmar Jamal Alhariry, Lamiaa Alqahtani, Salma Alkhayrallah, Waad Alalwani, Khames Alzahrani, Sabah Allarkia

Background: The genetic endocrine disorder known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) promotes ovarian dysfunction, there are several different morphological manifestations of this condition

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e339ms3170

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Burnout syndrome among forensic physicians in Saudi Arabia

Mohammed S Alqhtany, Raneen N Abu Shanab, Sara O Aljohani, Waad A Alghamdi, Aseel S Mutawkkil, Mamdouh K Zaki, Ranya A Zahid

Background/purpose: Working in a forensic medicine setting imposes a significant psychological burden on the employees due to work duties of devastating and unpredictable nature

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e340ms3177

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Public perception of common Ear, Nose, and Throat-related diseases in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

Saad M Alharthi, Sanad M Alharthi, Faisal M Alzahrani, Abdulrahman F Kabli, Abdulrahman Baabdullah, Bashaer A Alharbi, Hulayyil H Almuqati, Mohammed S Almasoudi, Bayan O Babtain, Ameera A Alhawsawi, Shrooq M Almasudi, Fatimah A Alzubaidi, Mokhtar Shatla

Background: Ear, nose, and throat (ENT)-related complaints are among the most frequent medical issues worldwide. Our objective was to evaluate the awareness level of, and attitudes toward, ENT-related diseases among residents of the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia

Medical Science, 2023, 27, e341ms3182

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