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An inventory of diabetes care in Qatar
( John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. , 2011 , Article)Diabetes is a global epidemic and the highest prevalence rates in the world are found in Gulf Corporation Council countries, including Qatar. The country's Supreme Council of Health has recognised its significant health ... -
An original transformer and switched-capacitor (T & SC)-based extension for DC-DC boost converter for high-voltage/low-current renewable energy applications: Hardware implementation of a new T & SC boost converter
( MDPI AG , 2018 , Article)In this article a new Transformer and Switched Capacitor-based Boost Converter (T & SC-BC) is proposed for high-voltage/low-current renewable energy applications. The proposed T & SC-BC is an original extension for ... -
Analysis of E2F1 single-nucleotide polymorphisms reveals deleterious non-synonymous substitutions that disrupt E2F1-RB protein interaction in cancer
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Cancer is a medical condition that is caused by the abnormal growth and division of cells, leading to the formation of tumors. The E2F1 and RB pathways are critical in regulating cell cycle, and their dysregulation can ... -
Analysis of fatalities involving amphetamine in Jazan, Saudi Arabia
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)Amphetamine use is associated with high tendence of homicidal or suicidal deaths and fatalities making amphetamine a persistent area of concern. This study analyzed fatalities associated with amphetamine use in Jazan city, ... -
Anti-hypertrophic effect of Na+/H+ exchanger-1 inhibition is mediated by reduced cathepsin B
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)Previous studies have established the role of Na+/H+ exchanger isoform-1 (NHE1) and cathepsin B (Cat B) in the development of cardiomyocyte hypertrophy (CH). Both NHE1 and Cat B are activated under acidic conditions ... -
Antibiotic Use Among Hospitalized Patients in Africa: A Systematic Review of Point Prevalence Studies
( Springer Nature , 2023 , Article)Background: There is paucity of data describing the rate and quality indices of antibiotics used among hospitalized patients at continental level in Africa. This systematic review evaluated the pooled prevalence, indications, ... -
Antibiotics dispensing for URTIs by community pharmacists and general medical practitioners in Penang, Malaysia: A comparative study using simulated patients
( Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research , 2014 , Article)Background: In Malaysia, doctors in private clinics (often called dispensing doctors) are permitted to dispense medicines. This potentially may compromise rational dispensing of medicines in general and antibiotics in ... -
Anticancer activity of Neosetophomone B by targeting AKT/SKP2/MTH1 axis in leukemic cells
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)Neosetophomone B (NSP–B), a meroterpenoid fungal secondary metabolite, was investigated for its anticancer potential in leukemic cell lines (K562 and U937). NSP-B treatment of leukemic cells suppressed cell viability by ... -
Anticoagulation clinic drive-up service during COVID-19 pandemic in Qatar
( Springer , 2021 , Article)Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a pandemic affecting many countries worldwide. Given the increasing incidence especially in elderly and individuals with comorbid conditions, it is advised by health authorities to ... -
Antihypertensive potential of Brassica rapa leaves: An in vitro and in silico approach
( Frontiers Media , 2022 , Article)Aim: Plants contain many essential constituents and their optimization can result in the discovery of new medicines. One such plant is Brassica rapa that is commonly used as a vegetable to fulfill daily food requirements ... -
Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles for Different Isolates in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Resource-Poor Setting
( Hindawi Limited , 2020 , Article)Background. There is a rapid deterioration in the effectiveness of antibiotics due to the global prevalence of bacterial antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR can cause an increase in mortality and morbidity due to treatment ... -
Antimicrobial stewardship programme implementation in the UAE: perspectives of key stakeholders using Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)BackgroundMany studies report antimicrobial stewardship programme (ASP) implementation, but these are limited by a lack of theoretical underpinning. This may lead to missing key factors that are likely to influence the ... -
Antiviral Treatment of Bell's Palsy Based on Baseline Severity: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
( Elsevier , 2015 , Article)PurposeWe conducted a systematic review with meta-analysis to evaluate the efficacy of antiviral agents on complete recovery of Bell's palsy. MethodsWe searched CENTRAL, Embase, MEDLINE, International Pharmaceutical ... -
Apabetalone (RVX-208): A Potential Epigenetic Therapy for the Treatment of Cardiovascular, Renal, Neurological, Viral, and Cancer Disorders
( American Chemical Society (ACS) , 2024 , Article)Bromodomain and extra-terminal domain proteins (BET proteins) are epigenetic reader proteins that have been implicated in regulating gene expression through binding to chromatin and interaction with transcription factors. ... -
Application of a systematic approach to evaluating psychometric properties of a cumulative exit-from-degree objective structured clinical examination (OSCE)
( Elsevier Inc. , 2017 , Article)Background and purpose Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) are considered gold standard performance-based assessments yet comprehensive evaluation data is currently lacking. The objective of this study was ... -
Applications of social theories of learning in health professions education programs: A scoping review.
( Frontiers , 2022 , Article)In health professions education (HPE), acknowledging and understanding the theories behind the learning process is important in optimizing learning environments, enhancing efficiency, and harmonizing the education system. ... -
Applying value-based strategies to accelerate access to novel cancer medications: guidance from the Oncology Health Economics Expert Panel in Qatar (Q-OHEP)
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Background: In line with global trends, cancer incidence and mortality may have decreased for specific types of cancer in Qatar. However, the cancer-related burden on patients, healthcare systems, and the economy is expected ... -
Appropriateness of Dabigatran and Rivaroxaban Prescribing in Qatar: A 5-Year Experience
( SAGE Publications Ltd , 2018 , Article)Introduction: Over the past few years, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) have been gradually replacing warfarin. Inappropriate prescribing of DOACs in real-life practice settings can affect their perceived safety and ... -
Arbutus andrachne L. Reverses Sleep Deprivation-Induced Memory Impairments in Rats
( Humana Press Inc. , 2018 , Article)Sleep deprivation (SD) is associated with cognitive deficits. It was found to affect the hippocampus region of the brain by impairing memory formation. This impairment is suggested to be caused by elevation in oxidative ... -
Are Sudanese community pharmacists capable to prescribe and demonstrate asthma inhaler devices to patrons? A mystery patient study
( Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica , 2012 , Article)Although community pharmacists have become more involved in the care of asthma patients, several studies have assessed pharmacists' ability to illustrate appropriately inhalation technique of different asthma devices. Many ...