Annals of Saudi medicine
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Jan 2020
Comparative StudyWhole slide imaging compared with light microscopy for primary diagnosis in surgical neuropathology: a validation study.
Digital pathology practice is rapidly gaining popularity among practicing anatomic pathologists. Acceptance is higher among the newer generation of pathologists who are willing to adapt to this new diagnostic method due to the advantages offered by whole slide imaging (WSI) compared to traditional light microscopy (TLM). We performed this validation study because we plan to implement the WSI system for diagnostic services. ⋯ None.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Jan 2020
Hospital-based surveillance of influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 virus in Saudi Arabia, 2010-2016.
Influenza is a highly contagious acute viral respiratory tract infection. The emergence of influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 in 2009 caused a pandemic. Since then it has become a seasonal influenza virus. It causes symptoms ranging from mild to severe illness, which might be fatal, particularly in people with underlying chronic medical conditions, immunocompromised people, the elderly, and pregnant women. ⋯ None.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Jan 2020
Parenting behaviors, marital discord and the mental health of young females: a cross-sectional study from Saudi Arabia.
Divorce is considered a sentinel event influencing the economic, psychosocial and physical health of the family as a whole. Research shows a negative impact of parental marital discord (PMD) on the psychological health and social well-being of children. Only one study from Saudi Arabia has assessed educational and social attainment among young females, and the children were school girls aged 12-16 years. ⋯ None.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Jan 2020
Indicators of survival and prognostic factors in women treated for cervical cancer at a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia.
Investigating survival in cervical cancer at the local level is crucial to determine the effectiveness of overall management, as it reflects the level of care provided and awareness among the population about screening and early diagnosis. ⋯ None.