Annals of Saudi medicine
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In this biography, the life of William Hugh Isbister is traced through three continents, where he planted the seeds of academic surgery into a generation of leaders in colorectal surgery. This ultimately improved the care for thousands of patients. ⋯ I hope this article inspires others to write about their mentors who were important in their development as surgeons and physicians. Short biographies of these important figures will serve as a valuable historical record for generations to come.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Mar 2023
Deterioration in renal function after stoma creation: a retrospective review from a Middle Eastern tertiary care center.
Stomas are associated with multiple complications including dehydration which ultimately affects renal function. These complications begin with changes in the estimated glomerular filtration rate (GFR). ⋯ None.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Mar 2023
The characteristics and distribution of emergency medical services in Saudi Arabia.
Emergency medical services (EMS) play an essential role in treating and transporting patients to hospitals or between hospitals. EMS providers must be distributed wisely across all regions of the country to meet healthcare needs during normal times and disasters. No previous study has investigated the characteristics and distribution of the EMS workforce in Saudi Arabia. ⋯ None.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Mar 2023
Acute gastroenteritis-related acute kidney injury in a tertiary care center.
Acute gastroenteritis (AGE) can cause acute kidney injury (AKI) via hypoperfusion mechanisms. Early detection of AKI caused by AGE can significantly decrease mortality rates. In Saudi Arabia, studies investigating the association between AGE and AKI are limited; thus, we aimed to fill this knowledge gap. ⋯ None.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Mar 2023
Surgical outcomes and prognostic factors associated with emergency left colonic surgery.
Mortality from emergency left-sided colorectal surgery can be substantial due to acuteness of the presentation and the urgent need to operate in the setting of a limited preparation in a morbid patient. ⋯ None.