Saudi Med J
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To identify the most important research topics to establish a national research agenda and protocol for prehospital research in Saudi Arabia (KSA). ⋯ In this modified Delphi study, an expert panel identified the top prehospital emergency medical services (EMS) care research priorities. The leading research priorities included clinical and operational ideas. The proposed 32 high-priority topics can be used to guide researchers, research networks, policymakers, and funding organizations involved in EMS.
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Heart muscle inflammations were reported following SARS-CoV-2 messenger ribonucleic acid (RNA) vaccination by the Disease Control Centers in America, and cases of these inflammations reported as adverse effects of this COVID-19 vaccine application increased 1000 times since April 2021. A male individual, 18-year-old received vaccination with mRNA-1273 vaccine, and after a while attended the Emergency Department at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. ⋯ Although these vaccines are a must and very advantageous in fighting COVID-19 and their benefits are far beyond their risks, although it seems that there is a risk of myopericarditis cases. Under such conditions it is essential to rely on early diagnosis for control and deal with the possible cases of morbidity and mortality associated with these conditions.
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To determine the correlation between excessive daytime sleepiness and body mass index, waist circumference, and lipid profile of shift workers at Dr. Moewardi General Hospital, Surakarta. ⋯ Increased total cholesterol and decreased high-density lipoprotein levels increase the risk of excessive daytime sleepiness in shift workers.
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To evaluate the clinical and laboratory characteristics of COVID-19 patients admitted to Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University, Afyonkarahisar, Turkey, and to determine the factors affecting mortality. ⋯ Considering these elements when assessing patients and adjusting the course of treatment according to the recommendations of the most recent guidelines may lower mortality.
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To assess the clinical significance of serum CA-125 levels in elderly patients with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB). ⋯ Although elevated CA-125 levels may serve as a potential marker for diagnosing PTB in the elderly, they are affected by multiple factors, including serous effusion. Hence, caution is warranted while using this marker.