Saudi Med J
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To determine the prevalence of habitual snoring among a sample of middle-aged Saudi adults, and its potential predictors. ⋯ This study shows that snoring is a common condition among the Saudi population. Previously reported risk factors were reemphasized but consanguinity was identified as a new independent predictive risk factor of snoring. Exploring snoring history should be part of the clinical evaluation.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of occupational therapy on quality of life of patients with metastatic prostate cancer. A randomized controlled study.
To evaluate the efficiency of occupational therapy relative to a home program in improving quality of life (QoL) among men who were treated for metastatic prostate cancer (MPC). ⋯ A 12-week OT-CBSM intervention was effective in improving QoL in men treated for MPC, and these changes were associated significantly with occupational performance.
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Comparative Study
Comparison of posterior versus transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion using finite element analysis. Influence on adjacent segmental degeneration.
To compare the influence of posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) on adjacent segment degeneration (ASD). ⋯ Posterior lumbar interbody fusion has more adverse influence on the superior adjacent segment than TLIF.
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To estimate normal linear dimensions and volume of spleen in Jordanians using ultrasonography, and to correlate splenic volume with age and body parameters: height, weight, body surface area (BSA), and body mass index (BMI). ⋯ A local reference of spleen dimensions was established with a different range of values reported previously.