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Exercise Therapy in the Management of Peripheral Arterial Disease
(2023)
Abstract:
The incidence and prevalence of peripheral artery disease (PAD) are increasing globally and have a marked economic burden in the United States. The American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology ...
Associations between Birth Weight and Adult Sleep Characteristics: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the UAEHFS
(2023)
Abstract:
Abnormal birth weight, particularly low birth weight (LBW), is known to have long-term adverse health consequences in adulthood, with disrupted sleep being suggested as a mediator or modifier of this link. We ...
Risk and predictors of severity and mortality in patients with type 2 diabetes and COVID-19 in Dubai
(2023)
Background:
Globally, patients with diabetes suffer from increased disease severity and mortality due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Old age, high body mass index (BMI), comorbidities, and complications of diabetes ...
Seasonal Prevalence of Respiratory Pathogens Among Children in the United Arab Emirates: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study in the PreCOVID-19 Era
(2023)
Background:
Viral respiratory infections in children pose a significant burden on healthcare facilities globally. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE) these account for 15% of all healthcare encounters among children. ...
Establishing Protocol-based Dose Metrics for Common Abdomen and Pelvis Computed Tomography Protocols
(2023)
Background:
The majority of the existing diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) that have been established for computed tomography (CT) are based on various anatomical locations, such as the head, chest, abdomen, etc. However, ...
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presenting With Severe Hypothyroidism and Extensive Pericardial Effusion in a Child
(2023)
Abstract:
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multisystem autoimmune disease, which may be associated with other autoimmune diseases, like autoimmune hypothyroidism. Both disorders can involve the cardiovascular system ...
Bacterial profile and antibiotic selection for pediatric appendicitis: A retrospective cohort study
(2023)
Objective:
The objective of this study was to identify the predominant bacteria cultured from the surface of removed appendices in pediatric patients with acute appendicitis and determine the appropriate choice of ...
A rapid whole-genome sequencing service for infants with rare diseases in the United Arab Emirates
(2023)
Introduction:
A large body of evidence now supports use of rapid whole-genome sequencing (rWGS) as a cost-effective tool for timely diagnosis and tailored management of critically ill children with rare diseases. However, ...
Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Bioactive Compounds from Seaweeds, Bryozoans, Jellyfish, Shellfish and Peanut Worms
(2023)
Abstract:
Inflammation is a defense mechanism of the body in response to harmful stimuli such as pathogens, damaged cells, toxic compounds or radiation. However, chronic inflammation plays an important role in the ...
Application of CRISPR-Cas System to Mitigate Superbug Infections
(2023)
Abstract:
Multidrug resistance in bacterial strains known as superbugs is estimated to cause fatal infections worldwide. Migration and urbanization have resulted in overcrowding and inadequate sanitation, contributing to ...