Saudi Med J
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To study the mechanisms of injury, clinical manifestations, radiological findings, management, and outcomes of traumatic retropharyngeal hematoma (RH). ⋯ Traumatic RH is often caused by falls, particularly in elderly patients. Dyspnea is the primary symptom, usually appearing within 24 hours. Cervical vertebral fractures are the leading cause, and observation is the most common treatment approach.PROSPERO Reg. No.: CRD42022349010.
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To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir (GLE/PIB) in chronic hepatitis C (HCV) patients, and to assess the prescribers' adherence to Food and Drug Administration recommendations on treatment duration. ⋯ The GLE/PIB was highly effective and safe in chronic HCV Saudi patients.
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Observational Study
How do contraception preferences change over time? Eight years of experience in a tertiary hospital.
To examine the contraceptive preferences of women based on their age and to track changes in these preferences over time. ⋯ It was determined that there are many couples who do not have sufficient knowledge regarding family planning and birth control in our country. At the same time, the use of birth control methods has increased due to the increase in the education level of women and easier access to sexual health services.
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To analyze the influence of pulmonary infection after radical esophagectomy on serum inflammatory markers, pulmonary function, and prognosis. ⋯ Postoperative pulmonary infection can lead to pulmonary function damage, proinflammatory factor overexpression, and an increased risk of early death.
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To analyze the evolution of tuberculosis (TB) epidemiology in Saudi Arabia in the 5 years following the implementation of the end-TB Strategy. ⋯ The figures of TB incidence TB in Saudi Arabia between 2015-2019 has met the WHO end-TB milestones, predicting successful progress toward the 2035 goal.