Browsing QUARFE 2021 by Publication Date

Soluble ACE2 and Angiotensin II levels Modulated in Hypertensive COVID-19 Patients treated with different Antihypertension Drugs

Yalcin, Huseyin C.; Elrayess, Mohamed A; Al-Jighefee, Hadeel T; Al-Ruweidi, Mahmoud Khatib A. A.; Almuraikhy, Shamma; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Hypertension is a major risk factor and common comorbidity among severe Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients. Prominent antihypertensive drugs, such as angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACEi) and angiotensin ...

Needs Assessments approaches to inform Continuous Professional Development for Health Professionals: A Scoping Systematic Review

Al-Ismail, Muna Said; Nazar, Zachariah Jamal; Stewart, Derek Charles; Naseralallah, Lina Mohammad; Hussain, Tarteel Ali; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

The need for continuing professional development (CPD) within the healthcare profession is well established. A rigorous learning need assessment (LNA) is a crucial initial step in the CPD process. Given the scarcity of the ...

Development and In Vivo Testing of Smart Nanoparticles for Enhanced Anti-Cancer Activity and Reduced Cardiotoxicity Associated with Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors

Yalcin, Huseyin; Al-Thani, Hissa; Shurbaji, Samar ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) are new generation of anti-cancer drugs with very high efficiency against cancer cells. However, TKIs are associated with severe cardiotoxicity limiting their clinical benefits. One TKI ...

Investigation of potential rupture locations for abdominal aortic aneurysms with patient-specific computational fluid dynamic analysis approach

Mutlu, Onur; Yalçın, Hüseyin Çağatay ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background: About 18 million people die each year from cardiovascular disorders, accounting for 31% of all deaths worldwide. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) is a serious clinical condition manifested as dilation of the ...

Assessment of Human Fetal Left Heart Hemodynamics during Prenatal Development

Yalcin, Huseyin C.; Salman, Huseyin E; Kamal, Reema Y. ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

The hemodynamic forces and wall shear stresses (WSS) play an important role during the fetal heart development. Abnormal levels of flow-driven shear stress can deteriorate the proper functioning of the cells responsible ...

Patient Specific Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Therapy Pathway with Computational Fluid Structure Interaction Analysis

Mutlu, Onur; Yalçın, Hüseyin Çağatay ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Total cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevalence has risen dramatically from 271 million in 1990 to 523 million in 2019, and CVD fatalities rose gradually from 12.1 million in 1990 to 18.6 million in 2019. According to American ...

Impact of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder on Driving among Drivers in Qatar

Alhajyaseen, Wael; Timmermans, Chantal; Soliman, Abdrabo; Brijs, Tom; Bedair, Khaled; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

This study aims to investigate the impact of ADHD traits on young drivers' deviant driving behaviors that may contribute to their involvement in traffic crashes. Methods: A sample of 450 young drivers from the State of ...

Quantitative analysis of lecture-capture archive viewing by pharmacy students during the emergency switch to remote learning

Hussain, Farhat Naz; Al-Mannai, Reem; Agouni, Abdelali ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic caused the sudden suspension of face-to-face classes in many higher institutions worldwide. To leverage preparedness of higher education in similar emergencies preventing on-campus classes, ...

Direct Measurement of Vessel Pressure in Chicken Embryo during Development

Sukumaran, Vijayakumar; Abdelraheem, Rawia; Yalcin, Huseyin ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Hemodynamic conditions play a critical role in embryonic cardiovascular development, and altered blood flow leads to congenital heart defects (CHD). Chicken embryos are commonly used as models of cardiac development, with ...

Barriers and Facilitators to Mental Health Help-seeking among Older Adults: A Systematic Review

Elshaikh, Usra Abushara; Sheik, Rayan; Saeed, Raghad Khalid; Chivese, Tawanda; Hassan, Diana Alsayed ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background: Older adults are very unlikely to seek mental health help. There are multiple factors that contribute to a person's final decision to seek formal help. The aim of this study is to systematically review and ...

Comparison of Available Methods for Investigating The in vitro Activity of Colistin Against Different Gram-Negative Bacilli

Shams, Noora; AlHiraky, Hanin; Moulana, Nabila; Riahihi, Maissa; Alsowaidi, Kaltham; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background: The surge in the prevalence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacterial infections with limited treatment options and the decrease in the development of new antibiotics are challenges that lead to the ...

Reno-Protective Effects of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers in Hypertensive Rodent Models: A systematic review.

Hamed, Marwa Ibrahim; Al-Dakhakhny, Salma; Rathore, Hassaan; Mohamed Ibrahim, Mohamed Izham ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background and objective: Essential hypertension is a leading risk factor for chronic kidney disease, yet there is no conclusive evidence that lowering blood pressure alone improves renal outcome measures. Angiotensin-II ...

Examination of Job Satisfaction, Achievements, and Employment Preparedness among College of Pharmacy Alumni: A Study From Qatar

Al-Hathal, Turfa Awrans; Al-Ghazal, Lolwa; Mukhalalati, Banan; Awaisu, Ahmed; El-Awaisi, Alla; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Background: Job satisfaction in healthcare is of special interest as has a direct relation with the quality of care provided to patients. It is affected by several factors including the nature of the work, level of educational ...

Exploring QU health students' behavioral determinants, perspectives, and experiences toward student leadership: A quantitative study

AL-Khater, Dhabya Mohamed; Rayan, Menatallah Samer; ElJaam, Myriam; Diab, Mohammed Issam; Stewart, Derek Charles; ... more authors ... less authors ( Qatar University Press , 2021 , Poster)

Objective: Leadership is an essential part of student's learning experience in the college. The main aim of this study is to determine and explore QU health student's perspectives and experiences toward leadership. Methods: ...