Annals of Saudi medicine
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Sep 2024
Review Meta AnalysisPrevalence of nocturnal enuresis among children and adults in Saudi Arabia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Nocturnal enuresis (NE) is defined as any intermittent incontinence while sleeping in a child over the age of 5. This disorder can have emotional and psychological implications. Here, we performed the first meta-analysis to provide an overall assessment of the prevalence of NE and the factors associated with it in Saudi Arabia. We also examined its psychological impact and mothers' behavior in dealing with this disorder. ⋯ A quarter of Saudi Arabian children suffer from NE, and it is associated with feelings of embarrassment and social shame. Half of the mothers seek medical counseling. Having parents or siblings with NE increases the likelihood of NE in the child. Future research is needed to corroborate the findings of other risk factors, such as age and gender. Future research will also be required to identify the precise causes or effects within each region that contribute to the varying prevalence of NE.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Sep 2024
Observational StudyEffect of different patient positions on endotracheal tube cuff pressure in patients undergoing urological procedures: a prospective study.
The endotracheal tube (ETT) contains a cuff that is placed in the trachea to prevent gas leakage and aspiration of secretions and gastric contents. However, patient positioning after intubation may cause ETT displacement and changes in cuff pressure. ⋯ We used ETT of a single manufacturer. Therefore, our findings may not be applicable to other types of ETT.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Sep 2024
Prevalence of hyponatremia among medically hospitalized patients and associated outcomes: a retrospective cohort study.
Hyponatremia is a common electrolyte disturbance among hospitalized patients and is linked to increased mortality as well as poor outcomes. ⋯ Single-centre design and retrospective nature.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Sep 2024
Predictors of medication regimen complexity and its impact on hemoglobin a1c in type 2 diabetes patients: a retrospective analysis in ambulatory care in Makkah City.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a widespread chronic disease that poses a significant management challenge due to the complexity of the associated medication regimens, which can have a considerable impact on patient outcomes. ⋯ Retrospective study design measuring the MRC at a diabetes-specific level.
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Annals of Saudi medicine · Sep 2024
Observational StudyEvaluation of optic nerve sheath diameter in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery in the Trendelenburg position: a prospective observational study.
The Trendelenburg position and pneumoperitoneum may cause cerebral edema and increased intracranial pressure. Non-invasive measurement of the diameter of the optic nerve sheath by ultrasonography can provide early recognition of intracranial pressure. ⋯ There may be variations in the measurement of ONSD, even in the measurements of the same practitioner, as in all imaging with an ultrasonography device.