New Emirates Medical Journal - Volume 4, Issue 1, 2023

BackgroundEosinophilic cystitis is a rare inflammatory cystitis of unknown origin. Common symptoms include urinary frequency, urgency, pain, and recurrent urinary tract infections. Currently used treatments include corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory drugs, antihistamines, and antibiotics. Here we present a case of successful treatment of eosinophilic cystitis with mepolizumab.Case PresentationA 41-year-old female presented w Read More

BackgroundPulmonary metastasis of pregnancy-related rare gestational trophoblastic disease is common, and a patient’s rapid clinical deterioration leads to a poor prognosis.Case PresentationWe report a case of a non-pregnant woman with severe respiratory symptoms masquerading as pulmonary infection who was diagnosed with pulmonary metastasis of the gestational trophoblastic disease.Conclusio Read More

IntroductionDrug-induced thrombocytopenia (DIT) is a condition characterized by low platelet count after administration of a variety of drugs. It is most commonly seen in patients treated with heparin. Its diagnosis is complicated when more than one DIT-causing drug is co-administered. Patients with thrombocytopenia may present with minor or major hemorrhages, depending on the severity of the recess of the platelets. Read More

BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has dominated the last two years of the life of young individuals in every aspect. Medical illness associated with COVID-19 is only one element of the detrimental impact that it has had. The psychological, educational, and social aspects of lives of young individuals have been affected with potentially far-reaching effects. The aim of this review is to determine the negative impact of COVID- Read More

BackgroundSmoking in any form is a significant risk factor for developing cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and other oxidative damage-induced diseases. The increasing global trend of E-cigarettes has led traditional smokers to perceive them as a safer option.ObjectivesThis study aimed to compare the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA) as a marker of oxidative damage and high-sen Read More

BackgroundOmental infarction is an entity that seldom manifests with gastrointestinal symptoms and often presents a diagnostic challenge. Due to its non-specific presentation, it is usually not included as a differential diagnosis of acute abdomen, especially in an emergency setting.Case PresentationWe present the case of a 38-year-old overweight female, seen in the emergency department, with a complaint of sudden o Read More

IntroductionA multidisciplinary team that includes an endocrinologist, radiologist, anesthesiologist, and surgeon is a prerequisite for adrenal gland surgeries. The prime indications for adrenal gland surgery can include both hormonal and non-hormonal secreting tumors. Adrenal hormone secreting tumors usually present to the anesthesiologist with a unique set of challenges that require a good preoperative evaluation and Read More

BackgroundPresepsin is a soluble analog of CD14, recently validated as a new biomarker for sepsis. Different cut-off levels of Presepsin for the diagnosis of sepsis have been proposed however, the optimum threshold for early clinical discrimination of sepsis from non-infectious conditions remains unknown.ObjectiveThis work was undertaken to define the reference interval of Presepsin for Sepsis according to the CLSI C28- Read More

IntroductionType 2 diabetes is a chronic health condition affecting hundreds of millions of people. Type 2 diabetes has traditionally been combated with a combination of lifestyle modification, insulin therapy and pharmacological agents, including sulfonylureas, biguanides, thiazolidinediones and alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. Type 2 diabetes is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and the development of diab Read More

BackgroundThe gut microbiome (microorganisms present in our gut) has emerged as an important determinative factor in a variety of diseases and health conditions. One new area in which the role of the gut microbiome is of intense interest is its role in various neurological manifestations, including insomnia, the most common sleep disorder. In this mini-review, we aim to highlight the latest research developments concerni Read More

BackgroundComplete heart block (CHB) is the total absence of conduction from atria to ventricles with an escape rhythm most commonly arising from the AVN or His bundle. CHB in pregnancy is very rare, and most reported cases are due to congenital variety, where the pre-existing CHB from birth is either detected incidentally or presented with symptoms during pregnancy. Pregnancy is associated with various physiologi Read More

BackgroundThe severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has caused a pandemic due to ‘coronavirus disease 2019’ (COVID-19) that has led to millions of deaths. This may have resulted in a change in the rate of admissions for other potentially life-threatening conditions such as acute coronary syndromes (ACS). Therefore, we investigated the incidence of ACS admissions during the current pandemic and Read More

BackgroundHernia is a common pathology around the globe and is reported more frequently particularly inguinal hernia.AimsTo identify the surgery of choice for the treatment of hernias by evaluating the required postoperative hospitalization time, as no other complications have been reported according to data from Mordovian Republic hospital.Material and MethodsA retrospective cohort study involved 790 patients fo Read More

BackgroundElectronic medical records (EMR) have been proven to reduce medical errors in drug distribution. However, EMR adoption is still relatively low among Malaysian community pharmacists.ObjectivesAs a result, this study aims to see how community pharmacists in Malaysia use the EMR system. The factors influencing the community pharmacist's intent in adopting EMR will also be determined.MethodsThe Techno Read More

IntroductionDuchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare neuromuscular disease that causes muscle weakness with respiratory and cardiac complications. International DMD standard of care guidelines exist, but their implementation and DMD treatment access in the Middle East have historically been challenging. This report highlights sub-optimal management of DMD in the Middle East together with recommendations Read More

BackgroundAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. The consequences of ADHD could seriously impact the patient’s life, and thus parental training, behavioral therapies, and pharmacological interventions are the main therapeutic options applied. This study was conducted to explore the trends of prescribing pharmacological medications used in ADHD a Read More

With improved technology and better access to health care, the number of pregnant women with heart diseases is increasing. Due to various physiological changes in pregnancy, women with heart diseases are at increased risk of both maternal and fetal complications. Thus, pregnancy with heart disease is considered a high-risk pregnancy. In the near future, the burden on the healthcare system will increase and we will Read More

BackgroundAlthough pain is common for everyone, it is a subjective sensation influenced by different variables. One factor that influences pain threshold and perception is body mass index (BMI). This study investigates the connection between BMI and pain by assessing the pressure pain threshold and tolerance on the median and ulnar nerves in the palms.MethodsThe PPT and PT of 120 participants were measured with a Read More

BackgroundCardiovascular disease (CVD) is increasing dramatically in young people and is the leading cause of death worldwide.AimsThis study aimed to evaluate differences in the adaptive and compensatory mechanisms of the cardiovascular system (CVS) in young men and women to determine the most significant risk factors and assess the stability of the non-invasive method used in the early detection of CVD risk fac Read More