Saudi Med J
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To investigate whether confusion, respiratory rate, shock index-age ≥65 years (CRSI-65) score, consisting of basic physiological parameters, can be used for severity prediction in patients with community-acquired pneumonia. ⋯ Similar to the CURB-65 score, the CRSI-65 score appears to be useful in predicting 4-week mortality. The evaluation of CRSI-65 score can be used in emergency department triage, primary care, and non-hospital settings.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Comparing the use of Arabic decision aid to usual care. A multicenter randomized controlled trial for Arabic speaking metastatic colorectal cancer patients in Saudi Arabia.
To evaluate the effect of decision aids (DAs) for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) patients in the Arabic language. ⋯ The study shows that a higher level of patient's baseline understanding lowered anxiety levels over time. Decision aids group presented low levels of anxiety over time than those provided the usual care. We recommend using Arabic DA in the oncology centers dealing with mCRC patients, aiming to empower patients in decision making.
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To evaluate the practice and attitude of pediatrics nephrologists about cinacalcet use in children. ⋯ Cinacalcet is used by the majority of pediatric nephrologists in KSA and GCC. A standard clinical guideline is needed to be followed by all users.
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To identify the knowledge gap and misconceptions about osteoarthritis (OA) and its risk factors among the general population of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. ⋯ The results of our study suggest a low level of knowledge regarding OA among Jeddah population. Many misconceptions regarding OA were identified, so more information be brought to the public.
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Comparative Study
A descriptive online survey about the knowledge of palliative care residents of Saudi Arabia has compared to the general worldwide population.
To assess communities' basic knowledge of palliative care by developing a questionnaire. ⋯ The research showed that there is a lack of knowledge about palliative-care among the population of Saudi Arabia. Data shows that there should be more efforts toward providing the community with better knowledge about palliative care.