King Saud University Riyadh Research Articles

The Effect of Gabapentin on Postoperative Pain, Morphine Sparing Effect and Preoperative Anxiety in Patients Going for Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgical Procedure.

To determine the effectiveness of preoperative administration of gabapentin in reduction of acute postoperative pain, morphine consumption and preoperative anxiety and sedation in obese patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Double-blinded randomised control trial. King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 2014 to January 2017. Fifty patients undergoing sleeve gastrectomy were enrolled in the study. The subjects received either 1200 mg gabapentin or placebo 2 hours before surgery. The amount of morphine consumption and postoperative pain at 4, 8,12,16, 20 and 24 hours of surgery were measured. Preoperative anxiety and sedation were recorded at 2 hours interval after the drug administration. There was no significant difference in patient characteristics in both groups. 24 hours PCA morphine consumption was significantly lower in gabapentin group than in the placebo group, 15.08±4.55 vs. 27.80±2.51 (p=0.001). Preoperative VAS anxiety, pre- verses post-drug, was significantly lower in gabapentin group 5.80±1.11 vs. 3.52±1.00 (p=0.001) than in placebo group 6.08 1.28 vs. 6.28 1.24 (p=0.635). Preoperative sedation score was not different in both groups. Preoperative oral gabapentin was effective in reducing the postoperative pain, morphine consumption and preoperative anxiety in morbid obese patients undergone laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.

Evaluation of Saudi Dental Students’ Awareness About Preventive Dentistry

Aim: Knowledge and oral health behavior of dental students play an important role in oral health education of patients and community at large. It is therefore important that their own oral health behavior conforms to expectations of the population. Hence, the aim of this study was to evaluate the awareness of future dental graduates towards preventive dentistry regarding gender and level of education.Materials and methods: The self-administered English- language structured questionnaire had two parts: The first part included gender and year of study. The second part included 9 questions to evaluate knowledge about preventive dentistry. The data were recorded and analyzed using the SPSS software. The level of statistical significance was set at P<0.05. Results: This cross-sectional study was performed on 207 dental students of King Saud University, dental college, Riyadh with a response rate of 80.5%.Majority of dental students were aware about the role of sugar in caries process. Generally, female students were more knowledgeable than male students in preventive dentistry. Fifth year students were more knowledgeable about the three fundamental issues of preventive dentistry, in comparison to fourth year students.Conclusions: Dental students of King Saud University Riyadh had a sufficient level of awareness about preventive dentistry but female students were not aware enough about the role of fluoride in the prevention of dental caries.

Dynamics of contraceptive use: A study of King Saud University women staff, Riyadh

Background: Contraception, a little researched topic in the Saudi Arabian context, receives attention in the demographic transition for its implications on population policy. The population of Saudi Arabia appears homogeneous but shows differences across social and economic groups. An important component of demography – contraception is been hypothesized in Saudi Arabia, as a determinant of fertility, along with other factors such as age at first marriage, women’s educational attainment, husband’s education, child deaths, women’s work force participation, place of residence, type of family, preference for sons, level of living, and administrative area of residence. This hypothesis has significance due to the fertility differentials depending upon marital relations, female literacy, modernization and migration. This study intends to capture the attention of academicians and social reformers in line with building “happy families”. The specific objectives of the study were to assess the associates and determinants of contraceptive use and to ascertain the importance of factors promoting contraceptive use. Methods: Here the contraceptive use of a unique group of ever-married women employees of King Saud University Riyadh was examined in 2015, with an aim to assessing its associates and determinants. The sample of 354 women was drawn by a simple random sampling method tested with a self-administered questionnaire. Analyses were primarily means of age at first marriage, age of husband at marriage, age gap between spouses, years lived with husband, and number of children; association of demographic, geographic, social, and economic variables; and determinants. Results: Demographic variables of age, number of marriages, age of husband at first marriage, and continuing with first marriage; geographic variable of place grown up; social variables of type of family and type of job; and economic variable of income are significant associates of contraceptive use. Meanwhile, age, continuing with first marriage, age at first marriage, number of children, and home ownership are significant predictors. Conclusions and recommendations: Manipulation of these indicators or characteristics of women facilitate the demographic scenario desired by the Kingdom or conceptualized in the population policy.

The Role of Social Communication Tools in Education from the Saudi Female Students’ Perceptions

&lt;p class="apa"&gt;This study aims at identifying the role of social communication tools in education from the Saudi female students’ perspectives that are studying at the college of education in King Saud University-Riyadh. This study used a survey, which was distributed to 500 female students. The results showed that 90% of respondents used social media where 95% said social media improved interaction with other and raised the sense of social responsibility, 56% used all tools of social media. 45% used social media more than 6 hours daily. 61% believed that social networks promoted democratic values and spread political culture.62% of respondents used social media to do homework or academic projects and researches. 99% of respondents believed that social media allowed following new information about their academic specialty and obtained specialized scientific consulting. 79% of respondents believed that one goal of creating accounts in social networks were learning specific science knowledge or a foreign language. 9% of respondents benefited from social media in social educational consulting. 44% of respondents preferred to debate in scientific and educational topics. 84% of respondents agreed that social networks provided the opportunity to form relationships with those interested in a particular scientific subject and exchanged experiences and information with them.&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

Evaluation of visual stress symptoms in age-matched dyslexic, Meares-Irlen syndrome and normal adults.

To examine the prevalence of dyslexia and Meares-Irlen syndrome (MIS) among female students and determine their level of visual stress in comparison with normal subjects. A random sample of 450 female medical students of King Saud University Riyadh (age range, 18-30y) responded to a wide range of questions designed to accomplish the aims of this study. The detailed questionnaire consisted of 54 questions with 12 questions enquiring on ocular history and demography of participants while 42 questions were on visual symptoms. Items were categorized into critical and non-critical questions (CQ and NCQ) and were rated on four point Likert scale. Based on the responses obtained, the subjects were grouped into normal (control), dyslexic with or without MIS (Group 1) and subjects with MIS only (Group 2). Responses were analysed as averages and mean scores were calculated and compared between groups using one way analysis of variance to evaluate total visual stress score (TVSS=NCQ+CQ), critical and non-critical visual stress scores. The relationship between categorical variables such as age, handedness and condition were assessed with Chi-square test. The completion rate was 97.6% and majority of the respondents (92%) were normal readers, 2% dyslexic and 6% had MIS. They were age-matched. More than half of the participants had visited an eye care practitioner in the last 2y. About 13% were recommended eye exercises and one participant experienced pattern glare. Hand preference was not associated with any condition but Group 1 subjects (3/9, 33%) were significantly more likely to be diagnosed of lazy eye than Group 2 (2/27, 7%) and control (27/414, 7%) subjects. The mean±SD of TVSS responses were 63±14 and it was 44±9 for CQ and 19±5 for NCQ. Responses from all three variables were normally distributed but the CQ responses were on the average more positive (82%) in Group 2 and less positive (46%) in Group 1 than control. With NCQ, the responses were equally less positive in Group 1 and 2 than control. Group 2 subjects showed significantly higher TVSS (P=0.002), NCQ (P=0.006) and CQ (P=0.008) visual stress scores than control but no difference between Group 1 and control subjects, was observed for all scores (P>0.05, for all comparisons). The prevalence of dyslexia and MIS among Saudi female students was 2% and 6%, respectively. Critical questions performed best for assessing visual stress symptoms in dyslexic and MIS subjects. Generally, students with MIS were more sensitive to visual stress than normal students but dyslexics were more likely to present with a lazy eye than MIS and normal readers.

An interview-based survey to assess the knowledge of peripheral arterial disease among medical students

Abstract Objectives Physicians have poor knowledge of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Inadequate exposure to PAD in medical school curricula may by a contributing factor. The objective of this study was to explore the awareness and knowledge of PAD among medical students. Methods We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study using an interview-based survey of the medical students in the college of medicine of King Saud University Riyadh, KSA. Results Of 350 students, 244 students agreed that they had some knowledge about PAD. More students in their clinical years (3–5) had heard about PAD compared to students in their basic science years (1–2; 76.5% versus 65.4%, respectively); however, the overall scores were low for both groups for recognition of PAD symptoms (mean scores, 2.83 out of 7 for students in years 3–5 versus 1.81 for students in years 1–2; p p p p Conclusion This study has identified an alarmingly low level of PAD knowledge among medical students. Interventions are needed to address this gap in medical schools' curricula to improve care for patients with PAD in future doctors.

Comparison of the Effect of Pre-operative Single Oral Dose of Tramadol and Famotidine on Gastric Secretions pH and Volume in Patients Scheduled for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy.

To evaluate and compare the effects of pre-operative single oral dose of tramadol and famotidine on gastric secretions pH and volume in patients electively scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Randomized control trial. Department of Anaesthesia, King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 2011 to June 2013. Ninety adult, ASA-I and II patients scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy were included in the study. Patients were randomly assigned to receive pre-operatively either placebo (Group-C, n=30), oral tramadol 100 mg (Group-T, n=30) or famotidine 40 mg (Group-F, n=30). After induction of general anaesthesia, gastric fluid was aspirated through orogastric tube. The gastric secretions volume and pH was measured using pH meter. There was no statistically difference between groups in age, weight and gender. The gastric secretions mean pH was 2.06 ± 0.22,2.04 ± 0.20, 5.79 ± 0.77 and volume was 0.59 ± 0.17, 0.59 ± 0.14 and 0.28 ± 0.16 ml/kg in Group-C, Group-T and Group-F respectively. There was a significant statistical difference in the mean pH values between Group-C vs. Group-F (p < 0.001) and Group-T vs. Group-F (p < 0.001). Statistically significant difference was also found in the mean gastric secretions volume between Group - C vs. Group-F (p < 0.001) and Group-T vs. Group-F (p < 0.001). There was no significant difference in the mean gastric fluid pH values (p=0.99) and mean gastric secretions volume (p=0.99) between Group-T and Group-C. As compared to famotidine, pre-operative single oral dose of tramadol was unable to elevate the desired level of gastric fluid pH (> 2.5) and decrease in gastric secretions volume (< 0.4 ml/kg).

Determinants of library use, collections and services among the students of engineering: a case study of King Saud University

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the determinants of library use, collections and services among the students of engineering at King Saud University, Riyadh (KSA).Design/methodology/approachA survey was designed to collect needed information about the level of usage of library collections, services and satisfaction of users. A well‐structured questionnaire was circulated among the faculties, research scholars, postgraduates, undergraduates, and other categories to collect the necessary primary data, keeping in mind the objectives of the study.FindingsThe findings clearly reveal that the majority of users of the library used the circulation service. The study found that a majority of research scholars consult the reference books for research work followed by undergraduate students who used the library circulation service.Research limitations/implicationsThe present paper consists only of College of Engineering users and the geographical area is restricted to the central library at the King Saud University, Riyadh. The scope of the paper could be extended to additional private and government universities in KSA and abroad. A comparative study could also be made between one country and another's university libraries and information centers for usage of library collections and services.Originality/valueThere are a number of studies on usage of library collections and services, but this is the first of its kind within the King Saud University. As such, it should pave the way to fulfill the demand of users in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as well as foreign universities.

A Neonate Averted Disaster

King Khalid University Hospital King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi Arabia [email protected] Disclosure: The authors disclose no conflict of interest.

Personal formaldehyde exposure level in the gross anatomy dissecting room at college of medicine King Saud University Riyadh

This study was conducted to correlate the personal formaldehyde (FA) exposure levels of instructors and students with the indoor FA concentrations in gross anatomy laboratory at King Saud University. The personal FA levels of instructors and students are higher than the indoor FA concentration in the gross anatomy laboratory. The gross anatomy laboratory at college of medicine, King Saud University Riyadh, was observed for indoor FA concentration and the personal exposure levels of instructors and the medical students during the 4th, 10th and 14th weeks of the dissection sessions. All air samples were collected by the diffusive sampling device and analyzed by using high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The personal exposure level of FA was higher than the indoor concentration, and the personal exposure levels of instructors were higher than that of the students. The concentration of FA was also higher in the center of the room than the corners and near the doors. Both the indoor FA concentrations and personal FA exposure levels are higher near the dissecting table than at locations away from it during the gross anatomy laboratory sessions. Thus, the instructors and students are exposed to the higher concentration of FA than the general population.

Students’ Perception of the Pediatrics Course in a Saudi Medical School

In the beginning of 2006 there were major changes to the structure of the pediatrics course that coincided with a sharp increase in the students’ number. We aimed to get the students and teachers evaluation of the different activities of the pediatrics course. Students were asked, at the end of each cycle in 4 consecutive cycles from January 2006 to March 2007, to evaluate various course activities based on what they thought was more useful or effective through filling out a short questionnaire. Teachers filled out a similar questionnaire based on what they thought were more useful to the students. In 4 consecutive courses 247 (65%) students filled the questionnaire. Overall, the students favored tutorial and small group case discussion sessions over lectures (P<0.0001). They also preferred emergency room and ward activities over nursery (P=0.02). Teachers felt that tutorial and small group case discussion sessions were more useful to the students than lectures, though the results were statistically insignificant. Case based activities (discussion sessions and tutorials) and activities providing more patient care responsibility were favored by students at the College of Medicine, King Saud University Riyadh.

Case 100

HomeRadiologyVol. 240, No. 1 PreviousNext Diagnosis PleaseCase 100Sahar M. El Khamary, Ibrahim A. AlorainySahar M. El Khamary, Ibrahim A. AlorainyAuthor Affiliations1From the College of Medicine and King Khalid University Hospital, King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Received January 29, 2004; revision requested March 31; revision received May 4; accepted May 24; final version accepted June 25.Address correspondence to S.M.E.K., Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging, Mansoura University Hospital, PO Box 310, Mansoura 35511, Egypt (e-mail: [email protected]).Sahar M. El KhamaryIbrahim A. AlorainyPublished Online:Jul 1 2006https://doi.org/10.1148/radiol.2401040202MoreSectionsFull textPDF ToolsImage ViewerAdd to favoritesCiteTrack CitationsPermissionsReprints ShareShare onFacebookTwitterLinked In Article HistoryPublished in print: July 2006 FiguresReferencesRelatedDetailsCited ByDiagnosis Please Certificates of Recognition Awarded to Tammam Nehme, MD, and to International and North American Radiology Resident GroupsAnthony V. Proto, 1 November 2006 | Radiology, Vol. 241, No. 2Recommended Articles Multimodality Imaging of Foreign Bodies: New Insights into Old ChallengesRadioGraphics2020Volume: 40Issue: 7pp. 1965-1986A Practical Approach to Diagnosis of Spinal DysraphismRadioGraphics2021Volume: 41Issue: 2pp. 559-575Hip Imaging in Athletes: Sports Imaging SeriesRadiology2016Volume: 280Issue: 2pp. 351-369Injuries to the Rigid Spine: What the Spine Surgeon Wants to KnowRadioGraphics2019Volume: 39Issue: 2pp. 449-466Uncommon Manifestations of Intervertebral Disk Pathologic ConditionsRadioGraphics2016Volume: 36Issue: 3pp. 801-823See More RSNA Education Exhibits A Clinical-Radiological Approach to Acquired Pediatric Vertebral CollapseDigital Posters2018Time Wounds All Heels: The Musculoskeletal Sequelae of High-Heeled ShoesDigital Posters2018‘It’s Lupus’: A Pictorial Essay about SLE in the ERDigital Posters2018 RSNA Case Collection Morquio syndromeRSNA Case Collection2021Peroneus Brevis Split TearRSNA Case Collection2021 Diastematomyelia Type 1RSNA Case Collection2021 Vol. 240, No. 1 Metrics Altmetric Score PDF download

Medicinal Plants of the World, 2nd Edition, Vol 1 Edited by Ivan A. Ross (U.S. Food and Drug Administration). Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. 2003. xv + 491 pp. 7 × 11 in. $99.50. ISBN 1-58829-281-9.

ADVERTISEMENT RETURN TO ISSUEPREVBook ReviewNEXTMedicinal Plants of the World, 2nd Edition, Vol 1 Edited by Ivan A. Ross (U.S. Food and Drug Administration). Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. 2003. xv + 491 pp. 7 × 11 in. $99.50. ISBN 1-58829-281-9.Ehab A. AbourashedView Author Information King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaCite this: J. Nat. Prod. 2004, 67, 10, 1771–1772Publication Date (Web):July 28, 2004Publication History Published online28 July 2004Published inissue 1 October 2004https://doi.org/10.1021/np030749yCopyright © 2004 American Chemical Society and American Society of PharmacognosyRIGHTS & PERMISSIONSArticle Views129Altmetric-Citations-LEARN ABOUT THESE METRICSArticle Views are the COUNTER-compliant sum of full text article downloads since November 2008 (both PDF and HTML) across all institutions and individuals. These metrics are regularly updated to reflect usage leading up to the last few days.Citations are the number of other articles citing this article, calculated by Crossref and updated daily. Find more information about Crossref citation counts.The Altmetric Attention Score is a quantitative measure of the attention that a research article has received online. Clicking on the donut icon will load a page at altmetric.com with additional details about the score and the social media presence for the given article. Find more information on the Altmetric Attention Score and how the score is calculated. Share Add toView InAdd Full Text with ReferenceAdd Description ExportRISCitationCitation and abstractCitation and referencesMore Options Share onFacebookTwitterWechatLinked InReddit Read OnlinePDF (36 KB) Get e-AlertsSUBJECTS:Durability,Metabolism,Morphology,Pharmaceutics,Plants Get e-Alerts

Saudi Arabian Section Annual Meeting March 22 - 26, 1998 King Saud University Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabian Section Annual Meeting March 22 - 26, 1998 King Saud University Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Image: the Journal of Nursing ScholarshipVolume 29, Issue 4 p. 320-320 Paradigms SOHEIR M. MOKABEL, SOHEIR M. MOKABEL King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaSearch for more papers by this author SOHEIR M. MOKABEL, SOHEIR M. MOKABEL King Saud University Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaSearch for more papers by this author First published: 02 October 2007 https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1547-5069.1997.tb01031.xAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume29, Issue4December 1997Pages 320-320 RelatedInformation