College of Health Sciences: Recent submissions
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Efficacy of the Mediterranean diet in treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: There are limited treatment options for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), formerly known as non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (MASLD) in children and adolescents. Aim: To evaluate ... -
Risk and determinants of sarcopenia in people with diabetes: a case–control study from Qatar Biobank cohort
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: Diabetes is associated with impairments in muscle mass and quality increasing the risk of sarcopenia. Thus, this study aimed to investigate the odds of sarcopenia and its associated risk factors among Qatari ... -
Prevalence and Predictors of Leg Cramps in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy: A Cross-Sectional Study
( Dove Medical Press Ltd , 2024 , Article)Objective: This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and determine predictors of leg cramps among pregnant women in their third trimester. Methods: A sample of pregnant women in their third trimester who routinely visited ... -
Psychosocial profiles influencing healthy dietary behaviors among adolescents in Shandong Province, China: a cross-sectional study
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Objectives: We aimed to assess the influence of psychosocial profiles on dietary behaviors among school-aged adolescents in China. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 7,862 adolescents from 100 schools ... -
Pharmacometabolomics of sulfonylureas in patients with type 2 diabetes: a cross-sectional study
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Background: Sulfonylureas have been a longstanding pharmacotherapy in the management of type 2 diabetes, with potential benefits beyond glycemic control. Although sulfonylureas are effective, interindividual variability ... -
Correlation between Vegetable and Fruit Intake and Cognitive Function in Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study in Chongqing, China
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Objective: To explore the correlation between different types of vegetable and fruit intake and cognitive function among the older adults in Chongqing, China, and to provide a scientific basis for developing efficient ... -
Omega-3 Supplementation in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patients: Impact on ICU Stay and Hospital Stay—A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Background/Objectives: Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is associated with inflammation and complications, potentially leading to prolonged ICU and hospital stays. Omega-3 PUFA has anti-inflammatory properties, thought ... -
Navigating the educational frontier and unveiling the role of virtual reality in faculty development: An emerging consideration in global accreditation
( IGI Global , 2024 , Book chapter)The emphasis on leveraging virtualization to enhance learning has garnered attention in high education accreditation. However, a lack of comprehensive understanding regarding the effective utilization of virtual reality ... -
Understanding the value of rehabilitation: Perspectives from South African Stakeholders
( AOSIS (Pty) Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: The need for rehabilitation in South Africa has doubled between 1990 and 2017 and is expected to increase in the coming years. However, the rehabilitation needs of South Africans (and globally) remain largely ... -
Impact of mitigating obesity, smoking, and physical inactivity on type 2 diabetes mellitus burden in Oman: insights from mathematical modeling
( BMJ Publishing Group , 2024 , Article)Introduction To estimate the impact of reducing obesity, smoking, and physical inactivity (PIA) prevalence, and of introducing physical activity (PA) as an explicit intervention, on the prevalence, incidence, and mortality ... -
Hajj 2024 heatwave: addressing health risks and safety
( Elsevier , 2024 , Other)The first Global Summit on War and Cancer took place on Dec 14–16, 2023, organised by the Institute of Cancer and Crisis and OncoDaily.1 It brought together people and organisations committed to addressing cancer in ... -
Transforming Hospital Quality Improvement Through Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence
( Innovative Healthcare Institute , 2024 , Article)This policy analysis focuses on harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in hospital quality improvement to transform quality and patient safety. It examines the application of AI at the two following fundamental ... -
Current Landscape and Future Directions of Deprescribing and Polypharmacy Practices in Jordan
( Karger , 2024 , Article)This review explores the current landscape and future directions of deprescribing and polypharmacy practices in Jordan. The prevalence of polypharmacy, defined as the concurrent use of multiple medications by an individual, ... -
Cognitive impairment after tooth extraction: appraising literature and recommendations for future research
( Medical Journals Sweden AB , 2024 , Article)no abstract -
Prevalence of iron overload in patients with chronic kidney disease on peritoneal dialysis: A scoping review
( Wiley online library , 2024 , Report)Background and Aims: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) are susceptible to complications, including iron overload, which can significantly impact their prognosis and overall health. ... -
BNT162b2 Versus mRNA-1273 Vaccines: Comparative Analysis of Long-Term Protection Against SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Severe COVID-19 in Qatar
( Wiley , 2024 , Article)Background: This study provides a head-to-head comparison of the protection provided by the BNT162b2 and mRNA-1273 vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection and against severe COVID-19, covering primary series and third ... -
Precision medicine activities and opportunities for shaping maternal and neonatal health in Qatar
( Taylor and Francis Group , 2024 , Article Review)Precision Medicine (PM) is a transformative clinical medicine strategy that aims to revolutionize healthcare by leveraging biological information and biomarkers. In the context of maternal and neonatal health, PM enables ... -
Maternal and neonatal risks and outcomes after bariatric surgery: a comparative population based study across BMI categories in Qatar.
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)The impact of Bariatric Surgery (BS) on maternal and neonatal outcomes among pregnant women is not fully understood, especially in comparison to different weight categories. The primary aim of this study is to assess the ... -
The effect of titanium surface treatment by application of constant potential or current on the viability of pre-osteoblast cells: an in-vitro study
( Frontiers Media , 2024 , Article)Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of electrochemical treatment of a titanium surface employing constant current and potential on the viability of the tissue cells attached to the surface and ... -
Evaluation of the mindray CL900i CLIA HIV Ag/Ab combo assay for sensitive and specific HIV screening compared to established methods.
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Architect-HIV Ag/Ab combo chemiluminescence assay is globally recognized for its sensitivity but has a notable false-positive rate. In this study, we aim to evaluate the performance of a new cost-effective screening ...
