Saudi Med J
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To investigate prevalence and association between iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). ⋯ The current study shows an association between H. pylori infection and unexplained IDA with significant difference between postmenopausal Saudi females and males. This will lead to more effective treatment in IDA and the eradication of H. pylori, as well as the prevention of recurrence, which are necessary and may provide a significant reduction in the overall disease burden.
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To assess the quality of life (QoL) in patients with vitiligo in central Saudi Arabia using the dermatology life quality index (DLQI). ⋯ The QoL in vitiligo patients in Saudi Arabia is adverse than those with lighter skin, in other countries. Therefore, in Saudi Arabia, better management modalities to improve patients' QoL and prevent subsequent mental distress are needed.
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Observational Study
Prevalence of retinopathy and associated risk factors among high- and low-risk patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: An observational study.
To assess the prevalence and risk factors of diabetic retinopathy (DR) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) of different risks, based on the level of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c). ⋯ High HbA1c and LDL levels were associated with DR risk. Further multicentre studies involving large samples are required to assess the risk factors associated with DR progression.
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To compare sedoanalgesia achieved using propofol-fentanyl-ketamine (PFK) combination with general anesthesia (GA) in terms of safety, hemodynamic stability, and perioperative complications. ⋯ The PFK combination herein described is safe, effective, and provides intraoperative hemodynamic stability in patients with multiple comorbidities undergoing urological procedures.
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To determine the effect of moderate-intensity physical activity on glycemic control and antioxidant status in the prediabetic population. ⋯ Moderate physical activity for 8 weeks significantly reduced the individual antioxidant levels, nominal increase in total antioxidant capacity and uric acid, and there was an explicit decline in the anthropometric and diabetic profile of prediabetic population.