Gulf Medical University

In Vitro Anti-Proliferative and Cisplatin-Modulating Effects of Cedrus libani A. Rich Leaf Essential Oil on H460 and HT-29 Human Cancer Cell Lines

Cedrus libani A. Rich is a coniferous tree native to the eastern Mediterranean region that is known for exhibiting pharmacological properties. In the present study, we investigated the anti-proliferative effect of C. libani leaf essential oil (EO) against H460 and HT-29, as well...

COMBINED BOTULINUM TOXIN THERAPY AND PERCUTANEOUS TIBIAL NERVE STIMULATION IN THE REHABILITATION OF WOMEN WITH URGENCY URINARY INCONTINENCE ASSOCIATED WITH DIABETES MELLITUS.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of a combined rehabilitation program consisting of intradetrusor injection of botulinum toxin type A followed by a course of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in women with urgency urinary incontinence associated...

Safety and efficacy of indigenous ultrathin-strut versus international thin-strut drug-eluting coronary stents in percutaneous coronary intervention: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials

Introduction Ultrathin-strut drug-eluting stents (DES) have been developed to enhance vascular healing and reduce restenosis following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Indigenous biodegradable-polymer ultrathin-strut DES are increasingly used in high-burden settings; how...

Neuraxial Medication Administration Errors During Anaesthesia and Perioperative Management, Consequences, Contributing Human and Systemic Factors and Their Prevention: A Systematic Review

This systematic review aimed to investigate neuraxial administration errors, examine their contributing factors, and evaluate clinical outcomes using a novel harm scale. The author searched PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, EBSCOhost, and Google Scholar for reports from 1981 to 202...

Oncology nurse navigator core competencies and patient satisfaction

Oncology nurse navigators (ONNs) are increasingly recognized for their vital role in improving the quality of cancer care by supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. In Egypt, nurse navigation implementation remains limited, and empirical evidence examining the rel...

Systemic Antibiotics as Adjuncts in Periodontal Therapy for Stage III and Stage IV Periodontitis: An Umbrella Review Aligned with the 2018 World Workshop Classification, with AMSTAR-2 Critical Appraisal

Introduction: Severe periodontitis, corresponding to Stage III and Stage IV disease according to the 2018 World Workshop classification, represents a substantial global health burden. Systemic antibiotics have been investigated as adjuncts to mechanical periodontal therapy; howev...

Occupational stress and psychological distress among railway loco pilots in Bengaluru, India: A mixed-methods study

Abstract Objective Occupational stress and mental health conditions are increasingly prevalent among transport workers, especially railway loco pilots operating under prolonged, irregular, and high-pressure schedules. Methods This mixed-methods study assessed work-related stress...

Efficacy and Safety of Baxdrostat in Hypertension: A GRADE-Assessed Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

BACKGROUND: Baxdrostat, a selective aldosterone synthase inhibitor, has emerged as a novel therapy for uncontrolled or resistant hypertension; however, randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have shown variable results. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of baxdrostat co...

Associations of screen time and physical activity with motor control, mood, and cognitive states in adolescents following acute high-intensity interval training

Excessive screen time and insufficient physical activity are increasingly common among adolescents and have been linked to adverse physical and psychological health outcomes. This school-based cross-sectional study examined associations between sedentary screen time, physical act...

Attitudes and Determinants Affecting Telehealth and Telemedicine Use in the MENA Region: A Narrative Review

Background/Objectives: Telehealth (TH) and Telemedicine (TM) can significantly benefit individuals who live far from healthcare institutions and those with limited financial resources by improving access to essential health services. This review explores the attitudes and determi...