Saudi Med J
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To describe the association between diabetes numeracy and diabetes self-management among Saudi adults with insulin-treated diabetes. ⋯ Lower level of diabetes numeracy was associated with lower level of diabetes self-management.
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We report a case involving a 73-year-old Saudi man diagnosed with dermatomyositis who subsequently developed Kaposi's sarcoma one month later. He had difficulty in rising from a chair and increased leg weakness while climbing stairs or walking. He was unable to comb his hair and had greater dysphagia with liquids than with solid foods. ⋯ A biopsy of one of these lesions showed findings consistent withKaposi's sarcoma. He was referred to an oncology center for chemotherapy, following which his skin lesions significantly regressed. Dermatomyositis may be considered a paraneoplastic syndrome of Kaposi's sarcoma.
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To assess the oxidation state and gene expression profiles of relevant enzymes in intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) patients in Saudi Arabia. ⋯ Intrauterine growth restriction patients show a metabolic shift in favor of oxidation compared to HP women.
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To describe the surgical approach to the treatment of iatrogenic gynecomastia via peri-areolar incision. ⋯ This technique is feasible. It restores almost normal anatomy structure with minimal scarring and preserves good regional neurovascular supply, with only 60% altered areolar sensation.
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To identify practice patterns among radiation oncologists in Saudi Arabia. ⋯ Variations in breast radiotherapy practices in Saudi Arabia exist due to the lack of clinical evidence and national guidelines, as well as potential variations in health resources allocation. Resource allocations and the establishment of national guidelines are recommended to decrease this variation and allow for data exchange and the development of national research collaborations.