Saudi Med J
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To determine the diagnostic efficiencies of multiple diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) techniques for hepatic fibrosis (HF) staging under the premise of high inter-examiner reliability. ⋯ Under the premise of high inter-examiner reliability, DWI and IVIM-derived stretched-exponential model parameters may help stage HF.
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To determine the prevalence of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) usage among young adults in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; their perceptions of its harm and legal age, and the reasons and factors influencing their use. ⋯ Eelectronic cigarette use among Riyadh's youth was remarkable, especially among males. Reducing the e-cigarette usage prevalence in Saudi Arabia should be prioritized.
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To investigate the incidence rate, clinical characteristics across different age groups, antimicrobial susceptibility, and outcomes of Elizabethkingia meningoseptica (E. meningoseptica) infections. ⋯ Our study provides valuable insights into E. meningoseptica infection in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of robust infection control measures. Incidence and mortality rates align with global trends. Variations in clinical characteristics across age groups highlight the importance of tailored treatments based on patient demographics and underlying comorbidities.
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Review Meta Analysis
Geriatric nutritional risk index predicts postoperative delirium in elderly: A meta-analysis.
To review current evidence on using the geriatric nutritional risk index (GNRI) in predicting postoperative delirium (POD) in elderly patients. ⋯ Therefore, moderate and high GNRI increased the risk of POD in elderly patients.