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Bleeding Hazard of Percutaneous Tracheostomy in COVID-19 Patients Supported With Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Case Series
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Objectives: Tracheostomy usually is performed to aid weaning from mechanical ventilation and facilitate rehabilitation and secretion clearance. Little is known about the safety of percutaneous tracheostomy in patients with ... -
Burden of Mendelian disorders in a large Middle Eastern biobank
(2024 , Article)Background: Genome sequencing of large biobanks from under-represented ancestries provides a valuable resource for the interrogation of Mendelian disease burden at world population level, complementing small-scale familial ... -
Common indications for Referral to the Healthcare system for COVID-19 recovered patients versus Qatar Biobank study population: A descriptive analysis
( Mattioli1885 , 2022 , Article)Background and Aim of the Work: Qatar Biobank (QBB) is actively acquiring data on the range of short-and long-term health impacts associated with COVID-19. This is performed through the COVID-19 biorepository National ... -
Computational Analysis Reveals Distinctive Interaction of miRNAs with Target Genes in the Pathogenesis of Chronic Kidney Disease
( MDPI , 2023 , Article)The regulation of genes is crucial for maintaining a healthy intracellular environment, and any dysregulation of gene expression leads to several pathological complications. It is known that many diseases, including kidney ... -
Computational design of anti-cancer peptides tailored to target specific tumor markers
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Anti-cancer peptides (ACPs) are short peptides known for their ability to inhibit tumor cell proliferation, migration, and the formation of tumor blood vessels. In this study, we designed ACPs to target receptors often ... -
A concise overview of advancements in ultrasensitive biosensor development
( Frontiers Media , 2023 , Article)Electrochemical biosensing has evolved as a diverse and potent method for detecting and analyzing biological entities ranging from tiny molecules to large macromolecules. Electrochemical biosensors are a desirable option ... -
Correction to: A qualitative assessment of medical students' readiness for virtual clerkships at a Qatari university during the COVID-19 pandemic (BMC Medical Education, (2023), 23, 1, (186), 10.1186/s12909-023-04117-3)
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Other)Correction: BMC Medical Education (2023) 23:186 Following publication of the original article [1], due to a typesetting error, references [19] and [20] were written incorrectly. The correct references are given below: [19] ... -
Corrigendum to "Periprocedural Anticoagulation Management of Patients receiving Warfarin in Qatar: A Prospective Cohort Study". [Current Problems in Cardiology Volume 46, Issue 6, June 2021, 100816]
( Elsevier , 2021 , Other)Authors regret an affiliation was missed for Dr. Nabil Shallik in the original version. The affiliation "Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt" has now been added. And also the order of authors has been ... -
Corrigendum to “Peri-renal adipose inflammation contributes to renal dysfunction in a non-obese prediabetic rat model: Role of anti-diabetic drugs” [Biochem. Pharmacol. 186 (2021) 114491]
( Elsevier , 2023 , Other)We regret to report that a mistake occurred in preparation of Fig. 4. The modified figure is included below. We apologize for any confusion this might have created. -
Data of Nephrotox study
(2024 , Dataset)Contrast-associated acute kidney injury (CA-AKI) is a common issue in hospitals, especially in low-middle-income countries. This study investigated factors linked to CA-AKI in emergency department patients in Lebanon. The ... -
Dietary Intake Is Not Associated with Body Composition nor with Biochemical Tests but with Psychological Status of Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)Chemotherapy can negatively affect cancer patients’ eating patterns, psychological status, body composition, and quality of life. In this study, we aimed to investigate the correlations between dietary intake/care and the ... -
Early Graft Failure After Living-Donor Liver Transplant
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Background: Living-donor liver transplantation (LDLT) has been increasing in the USA. While data exist on longer-term patient and graft outcomes, a contemporary analysis of short-term outcomes is needed. Aim: Evaluate ... -
Editorial: Eating behavior and chronic diseases: research evidence from population studies
( Frontiers Media S.A. , 2024 , Other)Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as overweight/obesity, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory disease, have been becoming a major global public health problem (1). NCDs account for ... -
Editorial: Reviews in healthcare professions education
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Other)Healthcare is a complex and ever-evolving field, encompassing various challenges, advancements, and intricacies that impact patient care, medical education, and clinical practice. Review articles play a crucial role in ... -
Enteric pathogens modulate metabolic homeostasis in the Drosophila melanogaster host
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)On quotidian basis, living beings work out an armistice with their microbial flora and a scuffle with invading pathogens to maintain a normal state of health. Although producing virulence factors and escaping the host's ... -
Evaluation of digestibility, solubility, and surface properties of trehalose-conjugated quinoa proteins prepared via pH shifting technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Soluble trehalose-conjugated quinoa proteins (T-QPs) were effectively prepared using the pH-shifting mechanism. The structural properties of the T-QPs were evaluated using a comparative evaluation, which included analyzing ... -
Exploring challenges and mitigation strategies towards practicing Teledentistry
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2022 , Article)Background: Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, many dentists have opted for Teledentistry as a mechanism for patient consultation, oral lesion evaluation, diagnosis, and monitoring. The current study explores ... -
Exploring the effects of health behaviors and mental health on students' academic achievement: a cross-sectional study on lebanese university students
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Background High academic achievement, an important determinant of future success, is known to be influenced by many factors including dietary behavior, lifestyle and mental health, among others. The objectives of the ... -
Exploring the role of oral microbiome dysbiosis in cardiometabolic syndrome and smoking
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article Review)Oral microbiome research has gained significant interest in recent years due to its potential impact on overall health. Smoking has been identified as a significant modulator of the oral microbiome composition, leading to ... -
Facilitating inclusive education: Assessing faculty awareness and attitudes towards students with special educational needs at Qatar university
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Introduction: An increasing number of students with special educational needs (SEN) are attending higher education institutions. Faculty members are key players in the implementation of inclusive policies, the success of ...