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Culture, ethnicity, and socio-economic status as determinants of the management of patients with advanced heart failure who need palliative care: A clinical consensus statement from the Heart Failure Association (HFA) of the ESC, the ESC Patient Forum, and the European Association of Palliative Care
(2023)Abstract: The delivery of effective healthcare entails the configuration and resourcing of health economies to address the burden of disease, including acute and chronic heart failure, that affects local populations. ... -
Curcumin improves D-galactose and normalaging associated memory impairment in mice: In vivo and in silico-based studies
(2022)Abstract: Aging-induced memory impairment is closely associated with oxidative stress. D-Galactose (D-gal) evokes severe oxidative stress and mimics normal aging in animals. Curcumin, a natural flavonoid, has potent ... -
Current Guidelines for the Use of Fluoride in Pediatric Dentistry, A Review
(2014)Abstract: Fluoride use as a chemotherapeutic agent for caries prevention has been well researched and documented. The recommendations for the use of fluoride have evolved through the years as a result of many factors. The ... -
Current methodologies to refine bioavailability, delivery, and therapeutic efficacy of plant flavonoids in cancer treatment
(2021)Abstract: Over the last two decades, several advancements have been made to improve the therapeutic efficacy of plant flavonoids, especially in cancer treatment. Factors such as low bioavailability, poor flavonoid stability ... -
The Current Trends and usage of Nickel-Titanium Engine-driven Endodontic Instruments: A multicenter Survey
(2022)Background: Due to their properties, Nickle-titanium (NiTi) alloys are used in manufacturing of endodontic instruments, especially rotaries. The first rotary 0.02 taper NiTi was designed by Dr. John MacSpadden and came ... -
Customer Service Excellence through Service Quality Assessment and Enhancement Project at Al Maktoum Medical Library
(2019-11)Al Maktoum Medical Library (AMML) support patrons to find solutions for their information needs and provide effective & efficient ways of services to deliver information. To achieve excellence in customer service continuous ... -
Cytoprotective, antioxidant, and anti-migratory activity of Pistacia lentiscus L. supercritical carbon dioxide extract on primary human endothelial cells
(2022)Abstract: Green chemistry is a useful tool for producing valuable chemicals from biomass. However, extracted compounds need to be tested for safety and efficacy before their use in humans. Here we investigate the chemical ... -
Cytotoxicity and estrogenicity of Vivera® retainers
(2016-12)Aims: The aim of the present study is to investigate the cytotoxicity and estrogenicity of Vivera® retainers by assessing their biological behavioral effects: as-received from the manufacturers, and after retrieval from ... -
The C‑shaped root canal systems in mandibular second molars in an Emirati population
(2021)Abstract: Our study aimed to describe the root and canal morphology of mandibular second molars in Emirati population and to study the prevalence and types of morphological change in C-shaped canal confguration along the ... -
D-dimer, Troponin, and Urea Level at Presentation With COVID-19 can Predict ICU Admission: A Single Centered Study
(2020)Background: Identifying clinical-features or a scoring-system to predict a benefit from hospital admission for patients with COVID-19 can be of great value for the decision-makers in the health sector. We aimed to identify ... -
Daily Use of Extra Virgin Olive Oil with High Oleocanthal Concentration Reduced Body Weight, Waist Circumference, Alanine Transaminase, Inflammatory Cytokines and Hepatic Steatosis in Subjects with the Metabolic Syndrome: A 2-Month Intervention Study
(2020)Abstract: Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) intake is associated with reduced cardiovascular risk, and its phenolic compound oleocanthal (OC) has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The cardiometabolic effects of ... -
Data and Lifelong Learning Protocol: Understanding Cultural Barriers and Facilitators to Using Clinical Performance Data to Support Continuing Professional Development.
(2018-10)Abstract: Continuing professional development (CPD) can support delivery of high-quality care, but may not be optimized until we can understand cultural barriers and facilitators, especially as innovations emerge. Lifelong ... -
Deciphering the Role of Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 in Endometrial Cancer in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Protocol for a Methodological Approach Using Cell Culture Experiments
(2023)Background: Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most common gynecological cancer in women globally. It is linked to increasing obesity rates and longer life spans. The molecular mechanisms leading to EC are unclear; however, ... -
Deep Learning Based Automatic Assessment of Lung Impairment in COVID-19 Pneumonia: Predicting Markers of Hypoxia With Computer Vision
(2022-07)Background: Hypoxia is a potentially life-threatening condition that can be seen in pneumonia patients. Objective: We aimed to develop and test an automatic assessment of lung impairment in COVID-19 associated ... -
Demographic characteristics of Systematic Reviews, Meta-Analyses and Randomized Controlled Trials in non-orthodontic journals with impact factor
(2017-08)Aim: The purpose of this study was to identify authorship characteristics of all orthodontic systematic reviews (SRs), meta-analyses (MAs) and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in nonorthodontic journals with ... -
Demographic characteristics of systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized controlled trials in orthodontic journals with impact factor
(2015-03-18)Introduction: The aim of this study was to explore demographic characteristics of systematic reviews (SRs), meta-analyses (MAs), and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in orthodontic journals with an impact ... -
Demystifying Smoker’s Paradox: A Propensity Score–Weighted Analysis in Patients Hospitalized With Acute Heart Failure
(2019)Background: Smoker’s paradox has been observed with several vascular disorders, yet there are limited data in patients with acute heart failure (HF). We examined the effects of smoking in patients with acute HF using data ... -
Denial in Cancer—Salutary or Deleterious
(2019-04)Abstract: Cancer, in common with other life-threatening or life-modifying illnesses, evokes strong psycho-emotional re-actions from patients, their families, and society [1]. Denial is one of the significant reactions ... -
Dental Arch Dimensions and Form in a Sudanese Sample
(2018)Abstract: The aim of this study is to determine the dental arch dimen¬sions (width and length) and form in a group of a Sudanese sample population. Background: The size and shape of dental arches have significant ... -
Dental arch dimensions, form and tooth size ratio among a Saudi sample
(2018)Objectives: To determine the dental arch dimensions and arch forms in a sample of Saudi orthodontic patients, to investigate the prevalence of Bolton anterior and overall tooth size discrepancies, and to compare the ...