Browsing by Subject "United Arab Emirates"
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Development of a calculated panel reactive antibody calculator for the United Arab Emirates: a proof of concept study
(2023)Abstract: Calculated panel reactive antibody (CPRA) is used to help increase sensitized patient’s access to transplantation. United Arab Emirates (UAE) has a diverse resident population hence we developed a UAE–CPRA ... -
Early childhood caries and associated risk factors among preschool children in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
(2017-02-27)Aim: To investigate the prevalence and contributing factors of early childhood caries (ECC) in preschool children of Ras Al-Khaimah (RAK), United Arab Emirates (UAE). Study design: Cross-sectional. Methods: The ... -
Effect of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus History on Future Pregnancy Behaviors: The Mutaba’ah Study
(2020)Abstract: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) increases the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes in any pregnancy and recurrence rates are high in future pregnancies. This study aims to investigate the effect of self-reported ... -
Effect of introducing interprofessional education concepts on students of various healthcare disciplines: a pre-post study in the United Arab Emirates
(2022-07)Background: The value of inter professional education (IPE) in nurturing healthcare professionals, and in shaping their professional identities, and their attitudes towards interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration ... -
Enamel defects and caries prevalence in preterm children aged 5-10 years in Dubai
(2019)Background: Enamel defects (EDs) are commonly reported dental findings in preterm/low birthweight children. EDs potentially increase caries susceptibility. Aim: To assess the prevalence of EDs and dental caries in ... -
Epidemiology of in-hospital cardiac arrest in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013–2015
(2018-08-15)Objective: Estimate the incidence and outcomes of in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) in a tertiary-care hospital in Abu Dhabi emirate, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods: Retrospective data from 685 inpatients who ... -
First Report of blaCTX-M-28 in Enterobacteriaceae Isolates in the United Arab Emirates
(2018)Background: The CTX-M family of extended-spectrum beta lactamase (ESBL) enzymes is comprised of over 60 𝑏𝑙𝑎CTX-M gene variants with the predominance of 𝑏𝑙𝑎CTX-M-15 in many regions. In this report, we present the ... -
Fluoride concentration of commercially available infant formulae in the United Arab Emirates
(2019)Purpose: To assess fluoride concentration in infant formulae commercially available in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and compare the measured levels of fluoride to the reported ones on the label. Methods: Twenty-four ... -
Genotyping of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus from the United Arab Emirates
(2020)Abstract: Reports from Arabian Gulf countries have demonstrated emergence of novel methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strains. To address the lack of data from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), genetic ... -
Guinness World Record: Personal Experience and Physiological Responses of a Non-Professional Athlete Successfully Covering 620 Km in 7-Days by Foot Across the United Arab Emirates
(2022)Abstract: Ultra-endurance record-breaking attempts place significant metabolic, cardiovascular, and mechanical stress on the athlete. This research explores the personal experience and physiological responses of a ... -
Hall technique crowns and children's masseter muscle activity: A surface electromyography pilot study
(2019)Background: Hall technique crowns (HTCs) alter the occlusion temporarily, potentially affecting jaw muscles, particularly the masseter – the primary jaw-closing muscle. Aim: To assess masseter muscle activity (MMA) ... -
How Do Schoolchildren View Other Children Who Have Discolored Teeth?
(2021)Objectives: Facial look and expression affect how people are viewed by others. This study aimed to evaluate how schoolchildren in the Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates view their peers who have discolored teeth. ... -
How do we strengthen the health workforce in a rapidly developing high-income country? A case study of Abu Dhabi's health system in the United Arab Emirates
(2019-01)Background: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a rapidly developing high-income country that was formed from the union of seven emirates in 1971. The UAE has experienced unprecedented population growth coupled with increased ... -
Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of university students in the United Arab Emirates: a cross-sectional study
(2022-11)Abstract: Background: The COVID-19 pandemic had a signifcant impact on the mental well-being of students worldwide. There is a scarcity of information on the mental health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on university ... -
Incidence of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy after Coronary Procedures in the United Arab Emirates: A Single-Center Study
(2020)Abstract: Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients undergoing coronary procedures. The reported incidence of CIN ranges from ~3% to 30%. The profile of patients undergoing ... -
Incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus in the United Arab Emirates; comparison of six diagnostic criteria: The Mutaba'ah Study
(2022-12)Background: For more than half a century, there has been much research and controversies on how to accurately screen for and diagnose gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). There is a paucity of updated research among the ... -
Kawasaki disease in children from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (2012-2020): a single-centre retrospective clinical case series
(2022-11)Abstract: Kawasaki disease (KD) is most common among East Asian children. There is a lack of data from Middle Eastern countries. We conducted a retrospective study of 27 paediatric patients with KD in Dubai, United Arab ... -
Kidney Dysfunction among COVID-19 Patients in the United Arab Emirates
(2021)Objectives: We sought to determine the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) among patients with COVID-19 and to examine its correlation with different demographic, clinical, and laboratory characteristics. ... -
Knowledge and Preference Towards Mode of Delivery among Pregnant Women in the United Arab Emirates: The Mutaba’ah Study
(2020)Background: The rate of cesarean section (CS) is growing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Pregnant women’s knowledge on the mode of delivery, factors associated with lack of adequate knowledge, and preference towards ... -
Knowledge of Management of Traumatic Dental Injuries of Emergency Department Physicians and Residents in the United Arab Emirates
(2019)Purpose: To investigate knowledge of emergency department physicians and residents (ED-Drs) about management of traumatic dental injuries (TDI) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods: A cross sectional study of ...