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Comprehensive Genomic Sequencing–Based Screening for Hearing Loss in the Neonatal Intensive Care Setting—Is It Time?
(2022)Introduction: Zhu et al assessed the utility of combining expanded genomic sequencing with traditional physiological newborn hearing screening (NBHS) in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The benefits associated ... -
Comprehensive Ocular Examination of Healthy Newborns in the Middle East
(2020)Purpose: To report the prevalence of the perinatal ocular disease in healthy infants referred to a referral eye centre in the Middle East region for comprehensive ocular examinations. Methods: All healthy full-term ... -
Comprehensive Treatment of Severe Periodontal and Periimplant Bone Destruction Caused by Iatrogenic Factors
(2018)Introduction: Dental implant success requires placement after periodontal therapy, with adequate bone volume, plaque control, primary stability, control of risk factors, and use of well-designed prostheses. ,is report ... -
Computational Analysis of Short Linear Motifs in the Spike Protein of SARS-CoV-2 Variants Provides Possible Clues into the Immune Hijack and Evasion Mechanisms of Omicron Variant
(2022-08)Abstract: Short linear motifs (SLiMs) are short linear sequences that can mediate protein–protein interaction. Mimicking eukaryotic SLiMs to compete with extra- or intracellular binding partners, or to sequester host ... -
Computational Modelling for Efficient Transdentinal Drug Delivery
(2017)Abstract: This work deals with the numerical investigation of the delivery of potential therapeutic agents through dentinal discs (i.e., a cylindrical segment of the dentinal tissue) towards the dentin–pulp junction. The ... -
Computer aided finite element model for biomechanical analysis of orthodontic aligners
(2022-08)Objectives: To design a finite element (FE) model that might facilitate understanding of the complex mechanical behaviour of orthodontic aligners. The designed model was validated by comparing the generated forces — during ... -
A Conceptual Framework to Design Connected Mental Health Solutions in the United Arab Emirates: Questionnaire Study
(2022)Background: Connected mental health (CMH) is a field presenting information and communications technology–based mental care interventions that could help overcome many mental care delivery barriers. Culture and background ... -
Confounding Patient Factors Affecting the Proper Interpretation of the Periostin Level as a Biomarker in Asthma Development
(2020)Introduction: The proper use of serum periostin (POSTN) as a biomarker for asthma is hindered by inconsistent performance in different clinical settings. Objective: To explore patient’s factors that may affect POSTN ... -
Confronting the Challenges of Anatomy Education in a Competency-Based Medical Curriculum During Normal and Unprecedented Times (COVID-19 Pandemic): Pedagogical Framework Development and Implementation
(2020)Background: Anatomy is considered to be one of the keystones of undergraduate medical education. However, recently, there has been drastic reduction, both in gross anatomy teaching hours and its context. Additionally, a ... -
Consensus statement on the epidemiology, diagnosis, prevention, and management of cow's milk protein allergy in the Middle East: a modifed Delphi‑based study
(2021)Background: This study aimed to develop an expert consensus regarding the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA) in the Middle East. Methods: A three-step modifed Delphi method ... -
Consent and capacity: issues for paediatric anaesthesia
(2020)Abstract: Learning objectives: By reading this article, you should be able to: • Describe the assessment of mental capacity. • Explain what is meant by the term ‘Gillick competence’. • Appreciate the current legal ... -
Considerations Regarding Dental Implant Site Preparation using Osseo densification Osteotomy. A Critical Review
(2020)Abstract: Conventional osteotomies for implant placement are typically prepared with implant drills originally designed for non-dental procedures. Such drill designs have proven efficacy for implant placement, resulting ... -
Construction of copy number variation landscape and characterization of associated genes in a Bangladeshi cohort of neurodevelopmental disorders.
(2023)Introduction: Copy number variations (CNVs) play a critical role in the pathogenesis of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) among children. In this study, we aim to identify clinically relevant CNVs, genes and their ... -
Contemporary dental caries management concepts in paediatric dentistry: A survey of awareness and practice of a group of gulf cooperation council dentists.
(2017-03-08)Introduction: Debatable clinically relevant child dental caries management concepts exist; restoring a carious primary molar (RCM), the choice of pulpotomy medicament (PM), the “Hall Technique” (HT), and sealing of dental ... -
Contextual Conversational Agent to Address Vaccine Hesitancy: Protocol for a Design-Based Research Study
(2022-08)Abstract: Background: Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, people have been exposed to misinformation, leading to many myths about SARS-CoV-2 and the vaccines against it. As this situation does not seem to end ... -
Contribution of IL-17 in Steroid Hyporesponsiveness in Obese Asthmatics Through Dysregulation of Glucocorticoid Receptors α and β
(2020)Abstract: Obesity is on the rise worldwide and is one of the most common comorbidities of asthma. The chronic inflammation seen in obesity is believed to contribute to this process. Asthma and obesity are associated with ... -
Convergence angles of all-ceramic full crown preparations performed in Dubai private practice
(2018-12-01)Background: This study aimed to determine the degree of taper and total occlusal convergence angles (TOC) for all-ceramic bonded crown preparations carried out by private practitioners in Dubai, UAE. Material and ... -
Conversational Agents in Health Education:Protocol for a Scoping Review
(2022)Background: Conversational agents have the ability to reach people through multiple mediums, including the online space, mobile phones, and hardware devices like Alexa and Google Home. Conversational agents provide an ... -
Coronary artery disease prevalence and outcome in patients hospitalized with acute heart failure: an observational report from seven Middle Eastern countries
(2016)Objectives: The purpose of this study was to report prevalence, clinical characteristics, precipitating factors, management and outcome of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) among patients hospitalized with heart ... -
Correction to: 2021 Taxonomic update of phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales
(2021)Correction to: 2021 Taxonomic update of phylum Negarnaviricota (Riboviria: Orthornavirae), including the large orders Bunyavirales and Mononegavirales