Saudi Med J
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To investigate the impact and predictors of tympanostomy tube (TT) extrusion. ⋯ More than one-fourth of the patients who underwent TT insertion for OME developed recurrence. Tympanostomy tube extrusion earlier than 12 months was associated with a higher recurrence rate. Small TTs increased the probability of early TT extrusion.
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To evaluate the risk of developing eye lens opacities and cataracts among physicians and healthcare workers occupationally exposed to radiation. ⋯ The risk of posterior subcapsular opacities and cataracts is significantly higher in healthcare workers with occupational radiation exposure than in non-exposed workers, highlighting the necessity to enhance and promote the wearing of protective measures with high safety levels.
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To determine the prevalence and characterize prostate cancer (PC) cases in Aseer, Saudi Arabia. ⋯ Prostate cancer appears to be a serious disease in Aseer, Saudi Arabia. Further studies aimed at determining the causes of this type of cancer and understanding its mechanisms are warranted.
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To outline our experience with both arterial vascular thoracic outlet syndrome (ATOS) and venous TOS (VTOS). ⋯ Careful patient selection and diagnosis using advanced, but less invasive radiological imaging coupled with adequate surgical treatment can improve the patient's outcome.