Saudi Med J
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Controlled Clinical Trial
The effect of wet-cupping therapy (hijama) in modulating autoimmune activity of Hashimoto's thyroiditis: A pilot controlled study.
To investigate the possible effects of wet-cupping therapy (hijama) on autoimmune activity and thyroid hormonal profiles of Hashimoto's disease (HD) patients. ⋯ These findings are presumptive to the efficacy of hijama on the pathogenesis of HD in modulating the immune inflammatory process demonstrated by the reduction in ESR, TPO, and TSH levels on a fixed thyroxin supplementation dose, along with patient-reported clinical improvement and positive changes in ultrasound including regaining of gland physiological size, echogenicity, and vascularity.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Celecoxib as an adjuvant to chemotherapy for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer: A randomized controlled clinical study.
To investigate the anti-tumor activity and tolerability of celecoxib as an adjuvant therapy for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC). ⋯ Celecoxib plus chemotherapy may represent an effective and safe synergetic protocol for patients with metastatic CRC.Clinicaltrial.gov ID:NCT03645187.
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Case Reports
A limited form of granulomatosis with polyangiitis in an ulcerative colitis patient receiving sulfasalazine.
This is a case report of a 31-year-old lady who is known to have ulcerative colitis for 15 years and was on mesalazine. She presented with periorbital swelling, sinusitis, epistaxis, and was found to have positive anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody and anti-proteinase-3 of a high titer. ⋯ She was diagnosed with a limited form of granumatosis and polyangiitis and treated with methotrexate and prednisolone. The symptoms disappeared after treatment.
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Observational Study
Artificial intelligence in radiology: Are Saudi residents ready, prepared, and knowledgeable?
To assess the knowledge and perception of artificial intelligence (AI) among radiology residents across Saudi Arabia and assess their interest in learning about AI. ⋯ Currently, the exposure of radiologists to the use of AI is inadequate. It is imperative that AI is introduced to radiology trainees and that radiologists stay updated with advances in AI to be more knowledgeable on how to benefit from it.
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To assess the emotional responses and coping strategies of medical students during the lockdown and social distancing measures implemented during the coronavirus disease -19 (COVID-19) pandemic. ⋯ Interventions to train medical students in the use of more productive and effective coping strategies may reduce negative emotional responses linked to the present COVID-19 pandemic and in the future.