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  1. Article: Utilization of Antenatal Care Services Within the Context of COVID-19, Security Challenges, and an Unstable Healthcare System at Primary Health Care Centers.

    Miskeen, Elhadi

    International journal of women's health

    2024  Volume 16, Page(s) 737–747

    Abstract: Background: Utilizing antenatal care (ANC) is vital for maternal and neonatal well-being, especially in low-resource settings with healthcare challenges. Identifying factors impacting antenatal care this context, t of current situation in Sudan is ... ...

    Abstract Background: Utilizing antenatal care (ANC) is vital for maternal and neonatal well-being, especially in low-resource settings with healthcare challenges. Identifying factors impacting antenatal care this context, t of current situation in Sudan is crucial for developing strategies to improve maternal care. This study explores ANC utilization amidst COVID-19, security issues, and healthcare instability in primary health care centers in a resource-constrained environment, aiming to enhance maternal care access and quality.
    Methods: This is a mixed-methods study. Quantitative data were collected through a retrospective analysis of ANC attendance records before and during the pandemic. Demographic variables were analyzed for their association with ANC utilization. In-depth interviews were conducted to collect qualitative data from pregnant women and healthcare providers. These interviews focused on capturing the experiences, perceptions, and obstacles associated with antenatal care services during the pandemic and within the healthcare system challenges.
    Results: Preliminary quantitative analysis revealed a significant decline in ANC utilization during the pandemic. Fear of COVID-19 infection, disrupted transportation, and resource constraints have emerged as significant barriers to ANC attendance. The qualitative findings highlighted the impact of security challenges on healthcare access and the adaptation strategies employed, including mobile ANC clinics and telehealth consultations.
    Conclusion: This study illuminates the intricate landscape of ANC utilization in the face of a pandemic, security instability, and healthcare system vulnerability. Policymakers and stakeholders should collaborate to strengthen healthcare systems and ensure the continued provision of essential maternal health services during challenging times.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-25
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2508161-5
    ISSN 1179-1411
    ISSN 1179-1411
    DOI 10.2147/IJWH.S435894
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  2. Article: Health Problems and Disabilities Among the Postmenopausal Saudi Women in Bisha City Receiving Home Care: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study.

    Alshamrani, Hassan / Miskeen, Elhadi / Alshomrany, Abdullah A

    Cureus

    2024  Volume 16, Issue 3, Page(s) e55307

    Abstract: Background: Postmenopausal women experience physical and psychological changes that may affect their health status. In Saudi Arabia, where the population of postmenopausal women is increasing, there is a need to examine the health problems and ... ...

    Abstract Background: Postmenopausal women experience physical and psychological changes that may affect their health status. In Saudi Arabia, where the population of postmenopausal women is increasing, there is a need to examine the health problems and disabilities experienced by this group, particularly those who receive home care. This study aims to identify the common health problems and disabilities experienced by postmenopausal Saudi women in Bisha city who receive home care services.
    Methods: A cross-sectional study in Bisha city, Saudi Arabia, involved 155 postmenopausal women (age 60 years and above) receiving home care services. Data were collected using structured interviews and medical records.
    Results: The study found that the most common health problems among postmenopausal women receiving home care were cardiovascular diseases in 85 women (54.84%), diabetes in 85 women (54.84%), and musculoskeletal disorders in 56 women (36.13%). There was a significant association between the number of health problems and disabilities, indicating that women with more health problems were more likely to experience disabilities (p-value ≤ 0.05). The results showed that age (OR=1.56, 95% CI 1.23-1.99, p=0.001), chronic diseases (OR=2.34, 95% CI 1.43-3.84, p=0.001), and lower education level (OR=1.45, 95% CI 1.01-2.08, p=0.045) were significantly associated with the presence of health problems and disabilities among postmenopausal Saudi women receiving home care in Bisha city. However, marital status and employment status were not found to be significant predictors.
    Conclusion: Postmenopausal women in Bisha city who receive home care services experience a range of health problems and disabilities, particularly related to hypertension, diabetes, and musculoskeletal disorders. The findings of this study can help healthcare providers develop effective interventions and strategies to improve the health outcomes of this population.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.55307
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  3. Article ; Online: Maternal Diabetes Mellitus and Neonatal Outcomes in Bisha: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

    Alshomrany, Abdullah / Miskeen, Elhadi / Alfaifi, Jaber / Alshamrani, Hassan / Alshahrani, Abdulmohsen

    Medical sciences (Basel, Switzerland)

    2024  Volume 12, Issue 2

    Abstract: Background: Maternal diabetes mellitus (MDM) is associated with increased risks for adverse neonatal outcomes. However, the impact of MDM on neonatal outcomes in Bisha, a city in Saudi Arabia, is not well documented. This study aims to investigate the ... ...

    Abstract Background: Maternal diabetes mellitus (MDM) is associated with increased risks for adverse neonatal outcomes. However, the impact of MDM on neonatal outcomes in Bisha, a city in Saudi Arabia, is not well documented. This study aims to investigate the impact of MDM on neonatal outcomes in the Maternity and Children's Hospital (MCH), Bisha, Saudi Arabia.
    Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted on 181 pregnant women with diabetes and their neonates who were diagnosed at the Maternity and Children's Hospital (MCH), Bisha, Saudi Arabia, between 5 October 2020 and 5 November 2022. The primary outcome was a composite of adverse neonatal outcomes, including stillbirth, neonatal death, macrosomia, preterm birth, respiratory distress syndrome, hypoglycemia, and congenital anomalies. Logistic regression analyses were used to adjust for potential confounders.
    Results: The total sample size was 181. The average age of patients was 34 years (SD = 6.45). The majority of the patients were diagnosed with GDM, 147 (81.2%), and pre-GDM, 34 (18.8%). Neonates born to mothers with MDM had a higher risk of adverse neonatal outcomes compared to those born to mothers without MDM (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.46, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.25-1.70). The risks of macrosomia (aOR = 1.74, 95% CI: 1.38-2.19), LBW (aOR = 1.32, 95% CI: 1.06-1.66), and RDS (aOR = 1.57, 95% CI: 1.28-1.93) were significantly higher among neonates born to mothers with MDM. The types of DM were statistically significant in terms of their correlation with the following neonatal outcomes: hypoglycemia (
    Conclusions: MDM is associated with an increased risk of adverse neonatal outcomes in Bisha. The early identification and management of MDM may improve neonatal outcomes and reduce the burden of neonatal morbidity and mortality in this population.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Pregnancy ; Female ; Retrospective Studies ; Infant, Newborn ; Adult ; Saudi Arabia/epidemiology ; Diabetes, Gestational/epidemiology ; Pregnancy Outcome ; Pregnancy in Diabetics ; Fetal Macrosomia/epidemiology ; Premature Birth/epidemiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-15
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2754473-4
    ISSN 2076-3271 ; 2076-3271
    ISSN (online) 2076-3271
    ISSN 2076-3271
    DOI 10.3390/medsci12020021
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  4. Article: The Primary Healthcare Physician's Awareness and Engagement in Community-Based Medical Education: A Mixed Qualitative and Quantitative Study.

    Miskeen, Elhadi / Al-Shahrani, Abdullah M

    Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)

    2023  Volume 11, Issue 19

    Abstract: Background: Community-based medical education (CBME) is an essential component of medical education, where primary healthcare physicians (PCPs) play a crucial role. This study explores PCPs' awareness and engagement in CBME and investigates the factors ... ...

    Abstract Background: Community-based medical education (CBME) is an essential component of medical education, where primary healthcare physicians (PCPs) play a crucial role. This study explores PCPs' awareness and engagement in CBME and investigates the factors influencing their participation.
    Methods: This mixed study was conducted in two phases. In the first phase, a qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with PCPs as well as thematic analysis related to their awareness and engagement in CBME. In the second phase, a quantitative survey was conducted on 72 PCPs' pre- and post-training programs.
    Results: Primary healthcare physicians had a positive attitude toward community-based medical education. The participants had an acceptable level of awareness and engagement, which increased substantially by (
    Conclusion: The study findings highlighted the importance of increased awareness and the factors that enhance PCPs' engagement in CBME. This positive perspective of the PCPs will help build effective partnerships and facilitate the extension of the curriculum to apply CBME.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-03
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2721009-1
    ISSN 2227-9032
    ISSN 2227-9032
    DOI 10.3390/healthcare11192676
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  5. Article: Breast Cancer Awareness Among Medical Students, University of Bisha, Saudi Arabia.

    Miskeen, Elhadi / Al-Shahrani, Abdullah M

    Breast cancer (Dove Medical Press)

    2023  Volume 15, Page(s) 271–279

    Abstract: Objective: Breast cancer (BC) is a major public health problem in Saudi Arabia and worldwide and significantly affects the health of Saudi women. This study investigates the awareness and predictors of breast cancer among medical students at the ... ...

    Abstract Objective: Breast cancer (BC) is a major public health problem in Saudi Arabia and worldwide and significantly affects the health of Saudi women. This study investigates the awareness and predictors of breast cancer among medical students at the University of Bisha, Saudi Arabia.
    Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 391 medical students from the University of Bisha (Medicine and Applied Medical sciences) conducted from June to December 2022. Data were collected using a questionnaire with 27 questions. Data were analyzed using Stata/ BE 17.0 for Mac (Intel 64-bit) 1985-2021 Stata Corp LLC. All ethical issues were addressed honestly, including IRB and student consent.
    Results: In our study, almost half of the participants (49.36%) had suboptimal knowledge of general BC awareness, which was statistically significantly related to gender and previous participation in BC education (p-value < 0.05). Of the students (57%) showed a positive intention to participate in BC activities. Logistic regression models were used to identify factors that positively predicted student participation and engagement in BC activities. These factors showed a statistically significant relationship (p-value < 0.05), including previous participation (OR =1.557143), female (OR =1.412844), living in rural areas (OR =1.7075471), and medical applied sciences students (OR =1.439252).
    Conclusion: Despite half of the participants having suboptimal awareness of BC, there was a significant willingness to engage in BC prevention activities. Therefore, we recommend further analysis to identify gaps in the medical curriculum and update it accordingly, as well as to plan an extracurricular activity to increase student awareness of breast cancer as part of the University of Bisha's social accountability.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-17
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2520722-2
    ISSN 1179-1314
    ISSN 1179-1314
    DOI 10.2147/BCTT.S403803
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  6. Article: Assessing the Psychological Impact of the Pandemic COVID -19 in Uninfected High-Risk Population.

    Ahmed, Sami Mustafa Jafar / Awadelgeed, Bashir Ali / Miskeen, Elhadi

    Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare

    2022  Volume 15, Page(s) 391–399

    Abstract: Purpose: To assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the psyche of uninfected people with chronic diseases in the Elduim community, White Nile State, Sudan, during the COVID -19 pandemic.: Methods: We used a generalized anxiety disorder scale ( ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the psyche of uninfected people with chronic diseases in the Elduim community, White Nile State, Sudan, during the COVID -19 pandemic.
    Methods: We used a generalized anxiety disorder scale (GAD -7) and a patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9) for psychological assessment. The study included two hundred thirty-four participants; all participants with a chronic disease but not infected with COVID -19 were between 24 and 65 years of age. Residents of the study area were randomly selected. Descriptive statistics and a
    Results: This study found that anxiety rated by GAD 7 was either mild (18, 7.7%), moderate (98, 41.9%), or severe (41, 17.5%) among participants. PHQ 9-rated depression showed 22 (9.4%) mild depression, most of them in participants aged 36-44 years. Participants with kidney disease showed major depression 11 (42.31%). Factors that significantly affected anxiety scores were age 24-35 years (P =0.002), university graduates (P < 0.000), married (P < 0.000), those with diabetes and hypertension (P =0.041), and urban residents (P < 0.023). Those who had secondary education were married and smoked were significantly more likely to have major depression than those with another educational status (p < 0.05).
    Conclusion: COVID 19 pandemic had a significant impact on the psyche of uninfected people with chronic diseases in Sudan, and significant associated factors were identified. Unique interventions are strongly recommended to reduce the psychological impact of the COVID 19 pandemic.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-28
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2453343-9
    ISSN 1178-2390
    ISSN 1178-2390
    DOI 10.2147/JMDH.S350306
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  7. Article: The psychological impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on health-care workers in primary health-care centers in resource-poor settings.

    Ahmed, Sami Mustafa Jafar / Miskeen, Elhadi / Awadelgeed, Bashir Ali / Al Faifi, Jaber Ahmed

    Journal of family medicine and primary care

    2023  Volume 12, Issue 11, Page(s) 2840–2847

    Abstract: Background: Health-care workers' psychological status is essential to Preventive control measures in a weak and unstable health system with poor infrastructural constraints. This study examines the psychological impact of the ongoing coronavirus disease ...

    Abstract Background: Health-care workers' psychological status is essential to Preventive control measures in a weak and unstable health system with poor infrastructural constraints. This study examines the psychological impact of the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the health-care providers working in primary health-care settings in Sudan.
    Materials and methods: This is a health facility-based cross-sectional study conducted in primary health-care units in White Nile State, Sudan. The psychological impact of stress and anxiety was determined using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale 21 (DASS-21). A self-administered questionnaire measured depression, anxiety, and stress. The population of this study included health professionals working in health centers, including physicians, nurses, technicians, pharmacists, and other support staff.
    Results: A total of 167 health professionals were systematically recruited. The mean anxiety score in the study population was 8.26 & 9.0 (corresponding to mild anxiety). Participants without anxiety constituted 26.35% (
    Conclusion: This study provided evidence for primary health care at its preparatory levels, as they are the first line of protection against the COVID-19 pandemic. Addressing the high-risk population is a high priority in the preliminary phase.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-21
    Publishing country India
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2735275-4
    ISSN 2278-7135 ; 2249-4863
    ISSN (online) 2278-7135
    ISSN 2249-4863
    DOI 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_2416_22
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  8. Article: Prevalence of Depressive Symptoms and Its Correlates among Male Medical Students at the University of Bisha, Saudi Arabia.

    Alshahrani, Abdullah M / Al-Shahrani, Mohammad S / Miskeen, Elhadi / Alharthi, Muffarah Hamid / Alamri, Mohannad Mohammad S / Alqahtani, Mohammed A / Ibrahim, Mutasim E

    Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)

    2024  Volume 12, Issue 6

    Abstract: Background: Identifying the potential factors of depression among medical students is the first step towards academic excellence and future safe medical practice.: Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2019 to February 2020 at ... ...

    Abstract Background: Identifying the potential factors of depression among medical students is the first step towards academic excellence and future safe medical practice.
    Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2019 to February 2020 at the University of Bisha, College of Medicine (UBCOM), Bisha Province, Saudi Arabia. Male medical students from year one to year six were involved. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data about students' socio-demographic and academic characteristics. The Arabic version of the PHQ-9 scale with a score of ≥10 was used to identify depression. Logistic regression analysis was used to assess the prevalence and correlates of depression.
    Results: Of the 190 male students enrolled, 26.8% had depressive symptoms, of whom 45.1% were experiencing moderate to severe symptoms. The significantly highest depression rate was found among the second-year students, at 43.8% (OR = 2.544; 95% CI 1.178-5.714;
    Conclusions: The study concluded that medical students at UBCOM experience depressive symptoms associated with various risk indicators. Optimizing the educational and social environment and infrastructure facilities at UBCOM might promote students' mental health and well-being.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-12
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2721009-1
    ISSN 2227-9032
    ISSN 2227-9032
    DOI 10.3390/healthcare12060640
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  9. Article: Application of Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education: Current Scenario and Future Perspectives.

    Mir, Mohammad Muzaffar / Mir, Gulzar Muzaffar / Raina, Nadeem Tufail / Mir, Saba Muzaffar / Mir, Sadaf Muzaffar / Miskeen, Elhadi / Alharthi, Muffarah Hamid / Alamri, Mohannad Mohammad S

    Journal of advances in medical education & professionalism

    2023  Volume 11, Issue 3, Page(s) 133–140

    Abstract: Introduction: Medical education is a lifetime learning process stretching from undergraduate to postgraduate, specialty training, and beyond. It also applies to various healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other allied healthcare ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Medical education is a lifetime learning process stretching from undergraduate to postgraduate, specialty training, and beyond. It also applies to various healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other allied healthcare professionals. Therefore, it is essential to acknowledge the immense role of artificial intelligence in medical education in the current era of rapidly growing technology.
    Methods: High-quality data that met the study objectives were included. In addition, comprehensive investigations on articles available in reputable databases such as PubMed, Research Gate, PubMed central, Web of Science, and Google Scholar were considered for literature review.
    Results: Artificial intelligence has fixed various issues in education during the last decade, including language processing, reasoning, planning, and cognitive modelling.
    Conclusion: It can be used in medical education in the following forms: Virtual Inquiry System, Medical Distance Learning and Management, and Recording teaching videos in medical schools. It can also enhance the value of the non-analytical humanistic aspects of medicine. The goal of this review article was to present the implications of AI in medical education, now and in the coming years.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-16
    Publishing country Iran
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2760493-7
    ISSN 2322-3561 ; 2322-2220
    ISSN (online) 2322-3561
    ISSN 2322-2220
    DOI 10.30476/JAMP.2023.98655.1803
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  10. Article: Partial Obstruction of the Endotracheal Tube by a Part of the Metallic Stylet; Case Report and Review of the Literature.

    Assiri, Abdullah M / Alhelali, Abdullah / Al-Benhassan, Ibrahim / Abo Hamed, Saeed / Alkathiri, Assaf / Miskeen, Elhadi / Alqarny, Mohammed

    International medical case reports journal

    2023  Volume 16, Page(s) 485–489

    Abstract: Endotracheal intubation is common in the emergency department, intensive care units, and operating rooms. It involves the insertion of an endotracheal tube (ETT) through the mouth or nose into the trachea to maintain a patent airway and facilitate ... ...

    Abstract Endotracheal intubation is common in the emergency department, intensive care units, and operating rooms. It involves the insertion of an endotracheal tube (ETT) through the mouth or nose into the trachea to maintain a patent airway and facilitate mechanical ventilation. Using a stylet during intubation can guide the ETT through the vocal cords. However, complications can arise when the stylet is not removed after successful intubation. Herewith, we reported a patient who was two years old and suffered from respiratory failure. However, in the first 12 hours, we observed a foreign body in the trachea, a small end of a metal stylet immediately removed by bronchoscope. This case demonstrates that multiple uses of a stylet, especially by a single user, can result in impaction of the stylet in the ETT during intubation, requiring force when the stylet is withdrawn after intubation, which can result in breakage, shearing, and retention of the stylet or plastic sheath in the lumen of the ETT.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-24
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2495077-4
    ISSN 1179-142X
    ISSN 1179-142X
    DOI 10.2147/IMCRJ.S414298
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