Qatar University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Seroprevalence and Distribution of Toxoplasma gondii Infections among Patients in the West Bank, Palestine (2017-2021)
( American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene , 2024 , Article)Toxoplasmosis is a zoonotic disease caused by the obligate intracellular protozoan Toxoplasma gondii. The current study assessed the seroepidemiological status and risk factors of T. gondii in the West Bank, Palestine. We ... -
Prevalence of syphilis infection among migrant workers in Qatar: a nationwide cross-sectional survey
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2024 , Article)Objectives Scant data are available on syphilis infection within migrant populations worldwide and in the population of the Middle East and North Africa region. This study investigated the prevalence of both lifetime and ... -
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sexually transmitted infection testing and diagnosis in Lebanon: A retrospective chart review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundSocial distancing restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic caused disruptions to sexual health services (SHS) worldwide. During the first year of the pandemic, Lebanon implemented multiple lockdowns during which ... -
Prediction of stroke-associated hospital-acquired pneumonia: Machine learning approach
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)BackgroundStroke-associated Hospital Acquired Pneumonia (HAP) significantly impacts patient outcomes. This study explores the utility of machine learning models in predicting HAP in stroke patients, leveraging national ... -
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and intentions among parents of children with mental and behavioral disorders
( Taylor & Francis , 2024 , Article)Parent vaccine hesitancy (PVH) remains a significant public health concern, particularly emphasized during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study investigates PVH among parents of children with various psychiatric and ... -
Qatar dental student perceptions of Sirona prep-check software for learning crown preparations
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: Contemporary dental education requires swift assimilation of technological advancements to prepare the future generation of dentists. Integrating digital tools, such as prepCheck software in crown preparations ... -
Beyond the Injury: How Does Smoking Impair Stem Cell-Mediated Repair Mechanisms? A Dual Review of Smoking-Induced Stem Cell Damage and Stem Cell-Based Therapeutic Applications.
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)While the literature on molecular and clinical effects of smoking on the lungs and other organs has been expansively reviewed, there is no comprehensive compilation of the effects of smoking on stem cell (SC) populations. Recent ... -
gnas Knockdown Induces Obesity and AHO Features in Early Zebrafish Larvae
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)GNAS (Guanine Nucleotide-Binding Protein, Alpha Stimulating) is a complex gene that encodes the alpha subunit of the stimulatory G protein (Gsα), critical for signaling through various G protein-coupled receptors. Inactivating ... -
Genetic polymorphisms influencing antihypertensive drug responses
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article Review)Hypertension is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and its associated morbidity and mortality. The low efficacy observed with some anti-hypertensive therapies has been attributed partly to inter-individual genetic ... -
ASTCT Consensus Recommendations on Testing and Treatment of Patients with Donor-specific Anti-HLA Antibodies
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Donor-specific anti-HLA antibodies (DSA) are an important cause of engraftment failure and may negatively impact survival outcomes of patients receiving allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) using an ... -
Reduced HDL-cholesterol in long COVID-19: A key metabolic risk factor tied to disease severity
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This controlled study investigated metabolic changes in non-vaccinated individuals with Long-COVID-19, along with their connection to the severity of the disease. The study involved 88 patients who experienced varying ... -
Development and Usability Evaluation of a Mhealth Application for Health-Care Associated Infections among Health-Care Providers in Malaysia
( Medknow Publications , 2024 , Article)Background: The effectiveness of reducing healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) depends on increasing healthcare providers’ awareness, skills, and adherence to standard practices. Mhealth applications provide an ... -
Increase in blood derived mitochondrial DNA copy number in strabismus patients
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundAbnormalities in mitochondrial energy homeostasis can lead to various disorders, including ocular motility aberrations. Previous studies have suggested the involvement of mitochondrial aberrations in strabismus ... -
Beyond fat: Does semaglutide affect lean mass?
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)This opinion paper aims to discuss the influence of semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA), on lean mass beyond its impact on weight loss. Although significant weight loss is achieved with ... -
Corrigendum to “Impact of on-hours versus off-hours admission on outcome in pediatric patients with testicular torsion” [American Journal of Emergency Medicine 2025;88:1-6]
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)The authors regret that the acknowledgement to Qatar National Library (QNL) for covering article processing fee was omitted from the final version of the published manuscript. The authors would like to apologise for any ... -
Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) bioactive constituents and their applications as natural multifunctional ingredients in health-promoting foods and nutraceuticals: A comprehensive review
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article Review)Foods that support human health and longevity are becoming increasingly relevant as substitutes for or adjuncts to pharmacological drugs, either through direct consumption or incorporation into designer foods fortified ... -
HPV-Related Cancers in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Comprehensive Review
( Academy of Sciences and Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina , 2024 , Article)This review assesses the burden of human papillomavirus (HPV)-related cancers in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BH), aiming to inform strategies for prevention and early detection. Despite the availability of highly effective HPV ... -
Association between gestational diabetes mellitus diagnostic criteria and adverse pregnancy outcomes-a systematic review and meta-analysis of adjusted effect sizes from studies using current diagnostic criteria
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2024 , Article)Objectives To quantify the association between Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and adverse pregnancy outcomes and primarily compare the associations between diagnostic criteria following the International Association ... -
Subclinical Myocardial Dysfunction Assessment Using Speckle Tracking Echocardiography in Patients With Psoriasis: A Pilot Meta-Analysis
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2024 , Article Review)Introduction: Psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory disease associated with elevated cardiovascular risk due to inflammatory and oxidative stress. Two-dimensional speckle-tracking echocardiography (2D-STE) can detect both ... -
The role of interleukin 17 in cancer: a systematic review
( Oxford University Press , 2025 , Article Review)Interleukin 17 (IL17) is a cytokine involved in immune regulation and has been increasingly recognized for its role in cancer progression. This systematic review aims to integrate data on IL17's role in various tumors to ...
