Prevalence and characteristics of Nocturnal Enuresis (NE) in affected children aged 5-18 years in Saudi Arabia

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Background: Nocturnal enuresis (NE) is involuntary urination that happens while you’re asleep after a certain age when you should be able to control your bladder at night. Depending on the condition first appears, divided into primary and secondary categories. Families shouldn’t concerned about it, but we must mindful of effects it may have family child. This study aims determine prevalence reveal characteristics Enuresis in affected children aged 5-18 years Saudi Arabia. Materials Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive was carried out among 458 parents/caregivers, whose were from 5 18 years. It conducted during period July 2022 November 2022. An electronic questionnaire designed using Google form distributed parents/caregivers Ethical approval obtained KFMC. Data analyzed Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26. Results: 75% suffering NE males 51.9% had an 10 with mean 8.78± 3 In this 34% experienced 2-4 bouts bedwetting, per week. The most common procedure done management Behavioral Stimulation Therapy (75.9%) 55.6% reported improvement child intervention. Male children, those <10 significantly higher percentage daily (p=<0.05). Children who circumcised drink lot water or any other beverage having At same time, UTI Conclusion: occurs various Arabian regions. gender, weakness muscles, chronic constipation, worry depression associated UTI. caregivers utilize effective therapies such as alarm behavioral stimulation, however, they do not look medical assistance. Keywords: Enuresis, Children, Characters, Prevalence

Language: Английский

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Risk Factor of Vitamin-D Deficiency in Pregnant Women with COVID-19 Infection: Comprehensive Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review

Asian Journal of Health Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 3(1), P. 87 - 93

Published: April 10, 2024

Introduction: It has been suggested that coronavirus infection (COVID-19) in pregnant women may be influenced by vitamin D deficiency (VDD). The physiological changes brought on pregnancy, and the body's partial immune suppression make more susceptible to viral infections. Therefore, this review aims synthesize current information link between levels risk of COVID-19 women. Material Methods: A systematic search is conducted PubMed, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar. Articles retrieved were screened based PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Studies assessed effect with considered for review. Odds ratios their 95 percent confidence intervals (CI) from a meta-analysis using random-effects model reported. Results: Three eligible studies relevant relationship (n=1005). metanalysis showed was 1.8 times (95% interval, OR 1.72 1.88; p=0.0005) likely infected COVID-19. Conclusion: According our results, increase infection. we recommend adequate prevent its severity.

Language: Английский

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Evidence of the functions of vitamin D in pregnant women in COVID-19: a systematic review

International Journal of Nutrology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 16(1)

Published: Feb. 2, 2023

Introduction: In the world, about 1 million people suffer from vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin deficiency in pregnant women increases maternal mortality and morbidity rates. scenario of COVID-19, it is known that immune response, inflammation, coagulation are modulated by activity. Objective: It was to analyze main considerations effects on fetuses presenting mechanisms inflammatory immunological processes an attempt mitigate worsening comorbidities deaths. Methods: The systematic review rules PRISMA Platform were followed. research carried out September October 2022 Scopus, PubMed, Science Direct, Scielo, Google Scholar databases. quality studies based GRADE instrument risk bias analyzed according Cochrane instrument. Results Conclusion: A total 210 articles found, 82 evaluated 32 included this review. Considering tool for bias, overall assessment resulted 28 with a high did not meet GRADE. Most showed homogeneity their results, I2 =98.9% >50%. There relationship between status severity COVID-19 women. levels low COVID-19. Furthermore, there significant difference regarding level Maintaining adequate may be useful as approach preventing aggressive course inflammation induced novel coronavirus

Language: Английский

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Post COVID 19 vaccination symptoms among the health care workers in Egypt

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Background: Vaccines are the most important strategy to overcome global pandemic of COVID 19. Although vaccine’s protective effectiveness is commonly addressed, little known regarding adverse effects after vaccination. Therefore, this study’s primary objective was study prevalence different COVID-19 vaccine side among early vaccinated healthcare workers in Egypt. Methods: A cross-sectional observational done assess post vaccination symptoms health care who were with Results: One hundred and ninety-two (HCWs) responded questionnaire. The common reported 1st dose pain at injection site (81.7%), followed by tiredness (70.7%) then myalgia bone (62.8%). distressing 2nd local (18.8%), (13.6%) headache (10.5%). Conclusion: We concluded that mild, short symptoms, there no serious first as well second dose. majority participants did not report infection which confirms efficacy safety vaccine. Key words: Covid vaccine, workers, Egypt

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms in Bedridden Dementia Patients. A Study from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Background: Bedridden patients who are suffering from dementia require close care which is usually done by a relative or professional caregiver. The caregiver may face inappropriate behaviors the patient that should be handled with patience. Objective: To determine prevalence of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms among bedridden patients. Methods: This cross-sectional study utilized structured questionnaire for data collection. caregivers diagnosed were targeted to fill out questionnaire. No specific exclusion criteria applied. demography was obtained along BPSD responses caregivers. Results: A total (64) analyzed. mean age 77.3±8.8. Of patients, 59.7% males whereas 77.6% females. median (IQR) 40 (35-45). Repeating sentences/questions complaining most common reported 37.3% each, followed constant demand unnecessary assistance 29.9% Conclusion: BPSD’s in community found 50.7%. Key words: Alzheimer, Caregiver, Dependent, Elderly, Inappropriate behavior

Language: Английский

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Concerns of parents of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) towards the safety of COVID-19 Vaccination in Saudi Arabia (SA)

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Background: Although previous scientific studies have confirmed that vaccinations are safe and do not result in harm to students with without disabilities, some parents of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) had concerns vaccines might cause potential medical issues for their children. These may an impact on these parents’ decision vaccinate against COVID-19. Therefore, this study aims explore understand the ASD about safety COVID-19 vaccination what extent can diminish willingness children Saudi Arabia (SA). Methods: a qualitative design was adapted through developed semi-structured interview. Participants included eight aged 12 years over ASD, who were enrolled two male state-funded institutions provide educational services those developmental including Riyadh, SA. The conducted between 17th September 15th November 2022. Results: results indicated several regarding vaccines. However, diminished To increase knowledge relieve concerns, recommendations should be applied such as strict penalties being imposed refuse vaccinated, because they put risky position authorities matter using media convince community importance vaccine necessity addressing it. Conclusion: current emphasized need more care support disabilities. An urgent intervention provided likely at higher risk illness due increased prevalence underlying health conditions, suboptimal rates, systemic inequities. Keywords: COVID-19, vaccines, autism,

Language: Английский

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Collagen-Based Grafts and Autologous Dura Replacement in Patients with Dura Abnormalities: A Retrospective Comparative Evaluation

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Introduction: Accidental spinal anomalies of the dura mater are source cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage. Typically, abnormalities identified in 3 percent endoscopic lumbar discectomy cases. Objective: The purpose current research was to evaluate results autologous replacement versus collagen-based grafts individuals with deformities. Methods: Institute Neurosurgery at Liaquat National Hospital Karachi undertook this randomized evaluation identify most effective therapy for defects. Employing non-probability random selection, 82 cases among both sexes were selected. Participants divided randomly into two subgroups i.e. Group 1A received an graft restoration, whereas 2B a semi-synthetic replacement. A skilled surgeon led medical team six people who completed entire process. Results: operation duration collagen significantly reduced. There 40 minute variation total time spent by groups. Autologous showed ideal tightness and better flexibility fair workability on other hand flexibility. Postoperative hospital stays seen be 26 + 2.5 hours they 23 B. Conclusion: According aforementioned findings, accessible, secure, efficient substitution restoration is use substitute. Keywords: substitute, fluid, abnormalities, graft.

Language: Английский

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The impact of vitamin D deficiency on gestational COVID-19 infection

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Background: A worldwide pandemic infection by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in 2020 caused an outbreak of the disease called COVID-19 infection. Multiple researchers investigated effect serum Vitamin D levels preventing and treating infectious syndromes. is a steroid hormone fat-soluble vitamin which helps preserve strong immune system frequently taken as supplements for prevention viral bacterial illnesses. The pregnant women have led to discussions on severity clinical outcomes its possible role deficiency with supplements. purpose this study describe most recent studies impact Methods: This narrative literature review PubMed, Medline, ScienceDirect, Cochrane Google Scholar database were used select relevant research published English before December 2022 available authors. Results Conclusion: Although lower are associated higher chance contracting serious several viruses like SARS-CoV-2, they not possibility occurring expecting women. Key words: COVID-19, D, deficiency,

Language: Английский

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Factors Influencing Medical Students and Interns in Choosing a Career in Saudi Arabia. A Cross-Sectional Study

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Purpose: Medical students are exposed to various specialties during their medical school. There different factors that play a role affect decision choose specialty. In our study, we aimed identify the and influence interns specialty as career. Methods: This is cross-sectional survey involved 4th, 5th, 6th-year from universities in Saudi Arabia. An online questionnaire was used collect demographic data, information about school, preferred specialty, what influencing career choice. Demographics were described numbers percentages for categorical variables mean standard deviation (SD) numerical variables. Data analysis performed using SPSS version (26.0). Results: A total of 1,178 participants with age 23.1 included. Among all participants, 40% them 6th year majority (84.1%) public schools. both genders, most internal medicine, followed by general surgery. The length residency training (p=0.005), performing procedures this (p=0.006), perceived gender bias (<0.001) significantly between females males choice residency. important factor related affected among genders lifestyle However, being consultant differed where 54% stated patients’ outcome extremely factor, whereas males, controllable factor. Conclusion: commonly chosen surgery genders. Different More emphasis on planning required school help graduates choosing proper them. Key words: choice, education, postgraduate

Language: Английский

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Subclinical Hypothyroidism: significance in conception and pregnancy – a narrative review

World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Subclinical Hypothyroidism in pregnancy and during conception has long been an area of controversy with little consensus on whether or not it should be treated. It is also which the evidence base gradually developing. This narrative review aims to summarise research date this field provide pragmatic recommendations for Primary Care Physician when confronted scenario. Key words: Hypothyroidism, Conception, Pregnancy, Levothyroxine, Hypothyroidism.

Language: Английский

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