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Aldosari DM, Alaboon NK, Mojammami MY, Aqeeli MO, Aldhafeeri OA, Theban AA, Bafarat AY, Almutairi NA, Alotaibi MH, Humood AM, Alqurashi EY, Alramih AA, Mira AA, Khan AM, Al-Hawaj F. Retraction: Inguinal Hernia Containing an Inflamed Appendix: A Case of Amyand Hernia. Cureus 2024; 16:r126. [PMID: 38274595 PMCID: PMC10809948 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.r126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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[This retracts the article DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21121.].
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- College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University, Riyadh, SAU
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- General Practice, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Arabian Gulf University, Manama, BHR
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- College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, SAU
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Asiri MA, Alqahtani MS, Alqahtani SA, Alwadai MM, Alharbi NF, Aqeeli MO, Alzahrani SS. Incidence and risk factors of contrast-induced nephropathy in acute stroke patients undergoing computed tomography angiography: A single-center study. Neurosciences (Riyadh) 2023; 28:258-263. [PMID: 37844941 PMCID: PMC10827032 DOI: 10.17712/nsj.2023.4.20230030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the prevalence and risk factors linked to contrast-induced nephropathy in this specific patient population, aiming to ensure the highest quality of clinical care. METHODS In a retrospective analysis, all patients who presented with an acute stroke to King Fahad Hospital, Jeddah, Emergency Department from March until November 2022 and underwent Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) brain, Inclusion criteria were as follows: a baseline creatinine results and CTA examination performed within 24 hours of symptom onset and an available early (<5 days after CTA) follow-up creatinine result. RESULTS Among 246 stroke patients in the emergency, 182 underwent brain CTA and 8.24% had Contrast-Induced Nephropathy (CIN). intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) increased CIN risk 7-fold (OR=6.7; 95% CI: 1.23-33.3). Abnormal baseline raised CIN risk 8-fold (OR=7.8; 95% CI: 1.74-35.1). hypertension doubled the risk for CIN (OR=2.1; 95% CI: 1.26-6.98) CONCLUSION: The incidence of CIN was 8.2%, particularly elevated in patients with ICH, hypertension, tissue plasminogen administration, and abnormal baseline, necessitating vigilance in managing acute stroke cases.
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- Muhannad A. Asiri
- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- From the Neurology unit (Asiri, Alharbi, Aqeeli, Alzahrani, Alwadai), Department of Medicine, King Fahad hospital, Jeddah, from the Neurology unit (Alqahtani M), Department of Medicine, Armed Forces Hospital-Southern Region, Khamis Mushait, and from the Unit of Neurology (Alqahtani S), College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Aldosari DM, Alaboon NK, Mojammami MY, Aqeeli MO, Aldhafeeri OA, Theban AA, Bafarat AY, Almutairi NA, Alotaibi MH, Humood AM, Alqurashi EY, Alramih AA, Mira AA, Khan AM, Al-Hawaj F. Inguinal Hernia Containing an Inflamed Appendix: A Case of Amyand Hernia. Cureus 2022; 14:x48. [PMID: 35463586 PMCID: PMC8996701 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.x48] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Aldosari DM, Alaboon NK, Mojammami MY, Aqeeli MO, Aldhafeeri OA, Theban AA, Bafarat AY, Almutairi NA, Alotaibi MH, Humood AM, Alqurashi EY, Alramih AA, Mira AA, Khan AM, Al-Hawaj F. Inguinal Hernia Containing an Inflamed Appendix: A Case of Amyand Hernia. Cureus 2022; 14:e21121. [PMID: 35165577 PMCID: PMC8830589 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Inguinal hernia is a prevalent surgical condition worldwide. The hernia sac typically contains the omentum and small intestine. However, it has been reported that some other organs might be seen, including the ovary, fallopian tube, bladder, and colon. We report the case of a 23-year-old man who presented to our emergency department with the complaint of scrotal pain for the last six days. The pain was mainly in the right side. There was no history of preceding trauma, and the pain developed gradually. He described the pain as having a sharp nature and was constant. He reported having a low-grade fever that resolved with the use of over-the-counter analgesics. There was no change in the urine or bowel habits. No penile discharge was reported. On examination, the patient had a low-grade fever and tachycardia. The patient appeared in pain and was not cooperative to have a complete genitalia examination. However, there was a positive cough impulse in the right inguinal region. The laboratory findings suggested the presence of inflammatory or infectious processes with elevated leukocytes, C-reactive protein, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate. The patient was prepared for emergency laparotomy for reduction of the hernia and resection of the appendix. During exploration, the appendix was reduced from the hernia sac. The appendix appeared edematous, with marked erythema representing acute appendicitis. The appendix was resected and the hernia sac was closed. The presence of an appendix in the inguinal hernia sac is very rare. The preoperative diagnosis of Amyand hernia, the inguinal hernia containing the appendix, can be difficult based on the clinical presentation. Early diagnosis is crucial to avoid the potential complications of Amyand hernia, including perforation and abscess formation. Imaging studies can establish the diagnosis of Amyand hernia with high accuracy and confidence.
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Affiliation(s)
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- College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdul Rahman University, Riyadh, SAU
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- General Practice, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Arabian Gulf University, Manama, BHR
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- College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, SAU
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Alghamdi MA, Alghamdi SM, Bahadur YA, Asiri MA, AlHussain HA, Alhebshi AS, Alothman MO, Al-Omair AS, Alghamdi AA, Qanat AS, Aqeeli MO, Alsuhaibani AA, Alshehri SM, Alotain IM, Mail NK, Alhashemi HH, Alassaf HA. Scholarly Activity of Radiation Oncologists in High-Income Developing Countries: Saudi Arabia as an Example. JCO Glob Oncol 2021; 7:378-383. [PMID: 33720748 PMCID: PMC8081503 DOI: 10.1200/go.20.00449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To examine the trends and quality metrics of publications by radiation oncologists in Saudi Arabia. METHODS PubMed was searched using names of all Saudi radiation oncologists to retrieve published articles between January 2010 and December 2019. International collaboration, journal impact factor and country of origin, and number of citations were collected. Each article was assessed for epidemiologic type and independently assigned a level of evidence (LOE) by two authors. The trend in publications was examined and compared in the first and second 5-year periods (2010-2014 and 2015-2019) using relevant parameters. RESULTS A total of 186 publications were found and included. The most common type of research was cohort studies followed by case reports and case series in 24%, 14%, and 13% of all publications, respectively. Dosimetry, clinical, and preclinical studies formed 7%, 8.6%, and 7.5% of the total publications, respectively. The LOE was I, II, III, IV, and not applicable in 8.6%, 22%, 25.8%, 29%, and 14.5% of the included publications, respectively. Comparing the first and second 5-year periods, there was an increase in international collaboration (P < .001) in the second period. The number of citations (P < .001) and journal impact factor (P = .028) were lower in the second period. LOE and publications in international journals were not statistically different between the two periods. CONCLUSION Although radiation oncology research activity in Saudi Arabia has gained momentum in terms of volume and international collaboration over time, the LOE has not improved. This calls for a national effort to make the contribution to the literature a priority, allocate adequate resources, and apply appropriate measures to enhance research productivity and quality.
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- Majed A Alghamdi
- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, Al Baha University, Al Baha, Saudi Arabia.,Radiation Oncology, Princess Norah Oncology Center, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Princess Norah Oncology Center, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.,King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Radiology, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Comprehensive Cancer Center, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Comprehensive Cancer Center, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Oncology Institute, Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Oncology Institute, Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, University Oncology Center, King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Radaition Oncology, Department of Oncology, Ministry of National Guard-Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Radaition Oncology, Department of Oncology, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Princess Norah Oncology Center, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.,King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.,King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Radiation Oncology, Comprehensive Cancer Center, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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