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Revisiting high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in cardiovascular disease: Is too much of a good thing always a good thing?
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be a leading cause of global mortality and morbidity. Various established risk factors are linked to CVD, and modifying these risk factors is fundamental in CVD management. Clinical ... -
Real-World Data Presenting the Descriptive Analysis of the Use of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs) Among Metastatic Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer (mNSCLC) Patients in Qatar: A Nationwide Retrospective Cohort Study
( SAGE Publications Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: There has been significant improvement in treating metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) over the past 2 decades. The aim of this study is to describe the use of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) in ... -
The Effect of Evaluating Perfusion with Infrared Fluorescent Angiography on Flap Survival in Head and Neck Free Flap Reconstruction
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Introduction: Intraoperative fluid management is one of the most important factors affecting optimal perfusion in the microcirculatory area in patients that undergo flap surgery. While insufficient fluid administration in ... -
Mental health interventions affecting university faculty: a systematic review and meta-analysis
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article Review)Background: While there is growing evidence highlighting the prevalence of mental health concerns among university faculty, few studies have examined mental health interventions in this population. The objective of this ... -
Expert Consensus Recommendations on a Biosimilars Value Framework for the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries
( Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH , 2025 , Article)Objective: This paper aims to develop a biosimilar value framework with local stakeholders in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Methods: A convenience sample of ten key opinion leaders from the United Arab Emirates, ... -
Factor V Leiden (R506Q), Prothrombin G20210A, and MTHFR C677T Variants and Thrombophilia in Qatar Biobank Participants: A Case Control Study
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Background: Thrombophilia, a predisposition to develop blood clots, is very common and can have serious sequelae. Aim: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of three thrombophilia-related genetic variants-factor V ... -
Combatting opioid misuse, overuse and abuse: a systematic review of pharmacists' services and outcomes
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article Review)Aim: To examine the range of services pharmacists provide and their impact on patient outcomes, harm reduction, and appropriate opioid use. Methods: Six databases were searched (MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, PsycINFO, CENTRAL ... -
Curcumin as a novel therapeutic candidate for cancer: can this natural compound revolutionize cancer treatment?
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article Review)Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Despite advances in medical treatments, current therapeutic strategies, including radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and surgical resection, have not ... -
HER2-low non-metastatic breast cancer in Qatar-a nationwide retrospective cohort study to evaluate the response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy: a real-world analysis
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Globally, breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer and one of the leading causes of cancer-related death among women. HER2-low breast cancer represents a recently identified molecular category within breast cancer ... -
Recent research directions on functional royal jelly: highlights prospects in food, nutraceutical, and pharmacological industries
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article Review)The food and pharmaceutical industries have utilized royal jelly, an alternative medicinal food, as a natural pharmaceutical product since ancient times. Royal jelly has a unique remarkable composition containing lipids, ... -
Sustainable bioinspired materials for regenerative medicine: balancing toxicology, environmental impact, and ethical considerations
( IOP Publishing Ltd , 2024 , Article Review)The pursuit of sustainable bioinspired materials for regenerative medicine demands a nuanced balance between scientific advancement, ethical considerations, and environmental consciousness. This abstract encapsulates a ... -
Response to the Letter on "Plasma Sodium and Laboratory Parameters in Determining Complicated Appendicitis in Children"
( S. Karger AG , 2024 , Article)We are very grateful to the authors of the letter regarding our article, published in Medical Principles and Practice. We truly appreciate their comments and criticism. It is worthwhile knowing that it induced the interest ... -
Correction to "Chronotherapy in head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis"(Int J Cancer., (2025), 156,(5), (1015-1032), 10.1002/ijc.35234)
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article)Abusamak M, Abu-Samak A-A, Cai W, et al. Chronotherapy in head and neck cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Cancer. 2025;156(5):1015-1032. doi:10.1002/ijc.35234 In the article, there is an error in the ... -
Identification of novel hypertension biomarkers using explainable AI and metabolomics
( Springer , 2024 , Article)Background: The global incidence of hypertension, a condition of elevated blood pressure, is rising alarmingly. According to the World Health Organization's Qatar Hypertension Profile for 2023, around 33% of adults are ... -
Cost-effectiveness analysis of genotype-guided optimization of major depression treatment in Qatar
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)Background Pharmacogenetic testing improves the efficacy and safety of antidepressant pharmacotherapy for moderate-severe major depressive disorder by identifying genetic variations that influence medication metabolism, ... -
Unraveling the Omega-3 Puzzle: Navigating Challenges and Innovations for Bone Health and Healthy Aging
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (ω-3 PUFAs, n-3 PUFAs), including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), are essential polyunsaturated fats primarily obtained from fatty ... -
Chronotherapy in head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article)Optimizing the timing of radiotherapy and chemotherapy tailored to the body's biological clock (i.e., chronotherapy) might improve treatment efficacy and reduce side effects. This systematic review evaluated the effect of ... -
Hypoxic Stress Induces Complement-Mediated Lysis of Mesenchymal Stem Cells by Downregulating Factor H and CD59
( Korean Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Society , 2025 , Article)Background: Factor H and membrane inhibitor of reactive lysis (CD59) are key regulators of complement activation. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) secrete Factor H and express CD59 to protect themselves from complement-mediated ... -
A Novel Nano-Hydroxyapatite Agarose-Based Hydrogel for Biomimetic Remineralization of Demineralized Human Enamel: An in-vitro Study
( Dove Medical Press Ltd , 2024 , Article)Purpose: This study aims to investigate the biomimetic effect of agarose hydrogel loaded with enamel matrix derivative (EMD-agarose) alone or in combination with nano-hydroxyapatite (n-HA-EMD-agarose) on the remineralization ... -
Efficacy and safety of daratumumab for the treatment of refractory/relapsed multiple myeloma. A systematic review of meta-analyses
( SAGE Publications Ltd , 2025 , Article Review)Introduction: Several meta-analyses (MAs) of the efficacy and safety of daratumumab in refractory/relapsed multiple myeloma (RRMM) exist. They include different types of populations, Daratumumab regimens, and outcomes. ...