Saudi Med J
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To investigate the relationship of the erythrocyte distribution width (RDW)/albumin ratio on hospital length of stay (LOS) and prognosis in patients hospitalized with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation. ⋯ In further analysis results of patients hospitalized due to COPD exacerbation, there was no significant relationship between length of hospital stay, mortality, and the RDW/albumin ratio.
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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 compare the complications associated with cannulated hip screws (CHS) and dynamic hip screws (DHS) techniques. ⋯ This study found that DHS was superior to CHS in AVN rate. However, there was no significant difference between both methods regarding mortality, revision, and non-union.
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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 evaluate the effect of the presence of a physician in the triage area on the number of patients who leave without being seen (LWBS) and some of the factors affecting emergency department (ED) crowding. ⋯ The appointment of a triage physician has streamlined patient flow and decreased LWBS rates in the ED, demonstrating the need for more thorough research in this area.