{"title":"Surgical management of complex odontoma associated with impacted tooth: A case report and review of literature","authors":"M. Alahmari","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_6_22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_6_22","url":null,"abstract":"Odontomas are a type of mixed odontogenic tumor made up of mineralized ectomesenchymal tissue. Odontomas are divided into two categories by the World Health Organization: complex and compound. They are commonly observed in regular radiography tests and can be caused by a variety of factors. They are, however, rarely linked to impacted teeth. Through a clinical case report, this study attempts to highlight the clinical and histological aspects of this rare dental tumor. In the present case report, a 28-year old male patient visited with a complaint of impacted anterior tooth and swelling. After a thorough clinical and radiological examination, it was decided to excise the growth by curettage. On histological investigation, the tissue was diagnosed with complex odontoma. One-year follow-up of the case revealed excellent healing with no sign of recurrence.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126141027","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hassan A. Hamali, Asma Muasbil, Taif Otaif, Maha Qahtani, M. Saboor, G. Dobie, A. Madkhali, Mohammad S Akhter, Rama M Chandika, Abdullah A Mobarki
{"title":"Public knowledge and awareness toward glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency in Jazan region","authors":"Hassan A. Hamali, Asma Muasbil, Taif Otaif, Maha Qahtani, M. Saboor, G. Dobie, A. Madkhali, Mohammad S Akhter, Rama M Chandika, Abdullah A Mobarki","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_11_22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_11_22","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency anemia is the most common metabolic red cell abnormality worldwide. G6PD deficiency anemia is very common in Saudi Arabia. Objective: The aims of the current study were to evaluate and assess knowledge and awareness about G6PD deficiency anemia and to find any association between sociodemographic variables and knowledge about this disease in the Saudi population in Jazan region. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at Jazan University. Results: A total of 709 individuals completed the questionnaire and were considered in the study. In general, the study population had overall fair knowledge, scoring 50% or above on all domains of the study. In addition, we found a significant association between sociodemographic variables, specifically gender, family income and education level, and knowledge/awareness of G6PD deficiency anemia. Conclusion: Our study found fair to good knowledge of G6PD itself, but not of the mode of inheritance among the study population. The study suggests that public health campaigns and screening programs should be conducted and established to screen for these disorders at younger ages, instead of only relying on premarital screening program.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"25 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122784295","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Bawahab, W. Maksoud, Khaled S. Abbas, Hassan Alzahrani, Abdullah Dalboh, Fahad G. Al‐Amri, H. Billy
{"title":"Do clinical experience and surgical technique affect outcomes in initial laparoscopic trocar placement? A prospective randomized clinical trial","authors":"M. Bawahab, W. Maksoud, Khaled S. Abbas, Hassan Alzahrani, Abdullah Dalboh, Fahad G. Al‐Amri, H. Billy","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_10_22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_10_22","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the intraoperative and postoperative complications of laparoscopic cholecystectomy by closed (supraumbilical Veress needle) versus open infraumbilical technique for initial, first port laparoscopic access. Patients and Methods: Our study included 560 adult patients, who were randomized into four groups (i.e., expert Veress, expert open, junior Veress, or junior open). Time for placement of the first trocar and time to complete the port-site closure were compared in all study groups. The mean operative time for cholecystectomy was compared after successful placement of the initial trocar until removal of the gallbladder. Intraoperative, early, and late postoperative complications were compared. Results: Duration of the initial port placement was significantly shorter among senior compared to junior surgeons. The Veress technique had a significantly shorter duration of port entry, but a longer duration of port-site closure compared to the open technique. Apart from the extraperitoneal insufflation incidents that were significantly more reported by junior surgeons, no significant differences in incidents were reported by senior and junior surgeons between open and closed techniques. Junior surgeons showed a better satisfaction with the open than the closed technique. Conclusions: Both the closed and open techniques for laparoscopic cholecystectomy are equally safe and effective for initial port-site entry whether performed by senior or junior surgeons. Junior surgeons are more satisfied with the open technique than the Veress needle technique, due to a perceived concern of injuring intra-abdominal structures. Therefore, junior surgeons would benefit from additional training during their residency to use both the techniques confidently.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134569744","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Women's awareness and rate of the use of contraception in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A systematic review","authors":"H. Alruwaili, Hanan A Badr, W. Fahim","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_12_22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_12_22","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The prevention of unplanned pregnancies brings many benefits for women and their families alike, as well as for society in general. However, recent statistics indicate a need for increased knowledge and use of contraception in addition to the introduction of educational family planning services in the countries of the Middle East. Objectives: This review sought to explore women's awareness and rates of contraceptive use in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and to determine whether and to what extent women currently receive counseling on modern contraception at health-care facilities in KSA. Methods: Three electronic databases – MEDLINE, ProQuest Central, and PubMed – were searched, in addition to the academic search engine Google Scholar. Three reviewers independently assessed the eligibility of studies, abstracted study data, and assessed study quality. Results: Thirteen studies were identified for inclusion in this review; overall, these studies were cross-sectional and showed awareness and use of contraception to be at a relatively low level in KSA. Conclusion: Although the few studies that were identified for inclusion in this review reported a relatively low level of awareness and rate of use of contraception in KSA, each conclusion was supported by high-quality research with low risk of bias. Overall, this review has shed light on the gaps in studies that have been conducted in KSA on modern contraception.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"130 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"117218084","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Sayed, Manawar Ahmad, H. Abdul, Osama Ageeli, Talal K Alshafie, Ali Alrefaei
{"title":"Comparative evaluation of the accuracy and efficiency of silicone-based bite-registration record using handheld conventional versus recently introduced powered mixing gun – An in vitro study","authors":"M. Sayed, Manawar Ahmad, H. Abdul, Osama Ageeli, Talal K Alshafie, Ali Alrefaei","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_52_21","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_52_21","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: An accurate and functional interocclusal record is very important in restorative dentistry, and any inaccuracies may lead to extensive intraoral adjustments, which can compromise the esthetics and/or mechanical strength of the restorations. The current literature lacks a direct comparison of dimensional accuracy and time efficiency between conventional and powered mixing techniques. The present study compared the accuracy and efficiency of recently introduced powered mixing gun with the conventional handheld gun that was used to mix two silicone-based bite-registration materials. Materials and Methods: A total of 100 bite registrations were recorded on maxillary and mandibular typodont models mounted on a semi-adjustable articulator. Of these, 50 bite registrations were recorded using a handheld conventional mixing gun technique and the other 50 using a handheld powered mixing gun technique. Both types of bite registrations were performed using fast and superfast set bite-registration materials. The dimensional accuracy and time efficiency of both techniques were analyzed and compared. Results: The accuracy and time efficiency of the handheld powered gun mixing technique were significant (P < 0.05) than the conventional mixing technique for fast set bite registration material in vertical distances A1A2 (P = 0.01), B1B2 (P = 0.015), and C1C2 (P = 0.001). However, for horizontal distances AB (P = 0.008) and AC (P = 0.001), accuracy was more significant (P < 0.05) for the superfast set bite registration material compared to the fast set material using the powered mixer. Conclusion: The powered mixing gun technique was more accurate and efficient than the conventional mixing gun technique for recording the bite registration using fast and superfast set materials.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"84 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116349945","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Georeferencing of current dental service locations in the Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia: A geographical information system-based approach","authors":"M. Shubayr, E. Kruger, M. Tennant","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_15_22","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_15_22","url":null,"abstract":"Background: This study focused on the Jazan region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. To date, there has not been any documented evidence about geographical distribution of dental health-care services in the region. The study aimed to assess the geographical accessibility of dental health-care services in Jazan. Materials and Methods: Most recent, openly accessible, nonidentifiable data and information were used in this study. The location of health facilities was obtained from the Ministry of Health (MOH) Statistical Yearbook 2020 and interactive map of the MOH, which was converted to longitude and latitude, using Google Maps with 90% of the level building. The study data to be analyzed were imported from the integrated database in Quantum Geographic Information Systems into Microsoft Excel software, where the ratios of health-care facilities to the study population were computed. Results: There were 145 primary health cares (PHCs) and 19 hospitals with a dental component in the Jazan region of 17 governorates with a total of 1,726,739 residents. The overall PHC-, hospital-, and dentist-to-population ratios were 1 PHC to 114,365 residents, 1 hospital to 90,881 residents, and 1 dentist to 9136 residents. Only 14.5% of PHCs and 5.6% of the hospitals served 70% of the population who are living within 20 km from the governorate's center. Conclusion: This study shows that irregular distribution of health services has led to decreased access to services in the region. Further research is needed focusing in mapping MOH, private and other health facilities, and the burden of oral disease in the region.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"137 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131667989","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Assessing sleep hygiene among Saudi community during COVID-19 pandemic","authors":"H. Alamri","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_27_21","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_27_21","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The mental health of the general public is significantly affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The present study aims to evaluate sleep hygiene during the COVID-19 pandemic among the general Saudi population. Subjects and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted to fulfil the study aim, and an electronic structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the participants. Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), a self-rated questionnaire, was used to assess sleep hygiene over a month, including the quality of sleep and sleep disturbances. A total of 1597 participants completed the survey, among which 871 (54.5%) were males. The age of participants ranged between 18 and 75 years. Results: The results showed that >30 min was required for 28.5% of the participants to fall asleep since last month. The sleep efficacy was <75% among 17.9% of the study participants, and 17.9% sleep for <7 h at night. The total PSQI score ranged from 0 to 20 points with a mean score of 5.8 ± 3.4. Nearly one out of each four participants had poor sleep quality, and about one out of each five participants had to take medication to fall asleep. Conclusion: Therefore, it is concluded that changes associated with lifestyle change COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown inversely affected public mental health and sleep hygiene.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"38 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132190966","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Sayed, A. Porwal, A. Alhazmi, Buthina Alaki, Mahasin Alnemi
{"title":"Reliability of repour of varying thickness alginate impression following extended storage time intervals","authors":"M. Sayed, A. Porwal, A. Alhazmi, Buthina Alaki, Mahasin Alnemi","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_13_21","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_13_21","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Obtaining multiple casts from an impression is desirable for the completion of numerous procedures for a patient. Recent literature on newly introduced extended-pour alginates reveals promising results for delayed pouring. However, literature on multiple pouring of impressions and the effects of impression thickness and storage time is not available. Subjects and Methods: Conventional and extended-pour alginates of various thicknesses (2, 4, and 6 mm) were evaluated for linear dimensional changes in both the intra-abutment and inter-abutment distances. Casts were poured twice with the time difference between the pours being 45 min; the storage time, however, was varied (15 min, 1 h, and 1, 3, and 7 days). The intra-abutment and inter-abutment measurements were compared with those of the standard metal die. Results: Compared with that of the metal die, the casts poured with 6 mm thickness of the impression material showed better accuracy between the first and the second pours and also revealed smaller statistical differences. Further, Cavex performed better than Major and GC brands. Conclusions: The dimensional stability of different alginate materials vary with thickness, storage time, and multiple pouring in both conventional and extended-pour alginates. Shorter storage time and greater thickness of the impression material are preferred when the same impression has to be poured twice. Clinical Significance: Alginate impressions can be poured twice, if made in adequate thickness and stored for short storage time, to generate additional set of accurate casts that aid in documentation, diagnostic and treatment procedures.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"56 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114506488","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hanan Al-Gethami, H. Al-Jehani, S. Al-saggaf, Abdulrazag M. Ajlan
{"title":"Residency and fellowship training programs in the United States of America: A cross-sectional survey of Saudi medical graduates","authors":"Hanan Al-Gethami, H. Al-Jehani, S. Al-saggaf, Abdulrazag M. Ajlan","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_23_21","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_23_21","url":null,"abstract":"Background: International medical graduates (IMGs) who study abroad face multiple challenges and more significant discrimination compared to that experienced by other graduates. These obstacles take different forms and occur in multiple stages. Furthermore, adaptation to a new culture causes several challenges for them, affecting their training and patient care. Objectives: This study was done to evaluate the personal experiences of Saudi IMGs and to describe the challenges they encounter during their residency and fellowship training programs in the United States of America. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted online in 2013. Participants included 230 Saudi IMGs enrolled in residency or fellowship training programs in the United States of America. Results: The majority of the respondents were males and strongly disagreed that lack of English language proficiency was a barrier to learning. High disagreement on discriminatory criticism was most common in postgraduate year 5 (R5) and higher levels (44.8%). Most participants reported positive experiences involving the learning environment. Moreover, some participants reported that they did not find it difficult to perform their religious activities. Total 43.4% of the participants reported equality of treatment regarding administrative responsibilities. However, subgroup analysis showed that women's experiences were less favorable than those observed in the male population. Conclusions: Results suggested that Saudi IMGs had an overall positive experience and faced minor barriers while studying in the United States of America. However, subgroup analysis showed that women's experiences were less positive relative to men.","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"230 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130545861","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ali Aldhebaib, O. Singh, Fayazul Haq, Saleh Alqurbani, Abdullah Barakheel Albarkheel, A. Alshamrani, Azzam Alnuwaiser, Mohammed Alsumykhi, Ibrahem Alhenaki, Jayachandran Vetrayan
{"title":"A cross-sectional study based on the assessment of the radiation dose for medical radiation workers","authors":"Ali Aldhebaib, O. Singh, Fayazul Haq, Saleh Alqurbani, Abdullah Barakheel Albarkheel, A. Alshamrani, Azzam Alnuwaiser, Mohammed Alsumykhi, Ibrahem Alhenaki, Jayachandran Vetrayan","doi":"10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_25_21","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/kkujhs.kkujhs_25_21","url":null,"abstract":"Background: A monitoring for radiological technologists and radiation workers must be implemented to ensure the radiation safety. Aims: The aim of our study was to measure the occupational radiation dose for medical workers from the Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Nuclear Medicine, Dental Services, Endoscopy, and Surgery at King Abdulaziz Medical City (KAMC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Materials & Methods: This study was conducted at KAMC, Ministry of National Guard-Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Across-sectional study and a suitably and structured questionnaire was adapted from the previous similar studies and monitored radiation doses designed in line with the study's objectives were collected among the different medical workers. A total of 223 medical radiation workers were involved in this study, and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. Results: It is noted that the diagnostic radiology department recorded the highest value of effective dose followed by cardiac catheterization laboratory and nuclear medicine and so on. The measured amount of effective dose for diagnostic radiology, cardiac catheterization laboratory, nuclear medicine, dental services, endoscopy, and surgery at KAMC was found to be 14.35, 5.23, 4.56, 3.88, 3.52, and 1.87 mSv, respectively. Conclusions: This study provide an evidence that the occupational radiation dose for all the monitored departments at KAMC are well below the international recommended dose limit (20 mSv).","PeriodicalId":344305,"journal":{"name":"King Khalid University Journal of Health Sciences","volume":"16 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114780285","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}