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QSAR, molecular docking, and pharmacokinetic analysis of thiosemicarbazone-indole compounds targeting prostate cancer cells 针对前列腺癌细胞的硫代氨基羰基吲哚化合物的 QSAR、分子对接和药代动力学分析
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.004
Abdulrahman Ibrahim Kubo M.Sc , Adamu Uzairu PhD , Ibrahim Tijjani Babalola PhD , Muhammad Tukur Ibrahim PhD , Abdullahi Bello Umar PhD
{"title":"QSAR, molecular docking, and pharmacokinetic analysis of thiosemicarbazone-indole compounds targeting prostate cancer cells","authors":"Abdulrahman Ibrahim Kubo M.Sc ,&nbsp;Adamu Uzairu PhD ,&nbsp;Ibrahim Tijjani Babalola PhD ,&nbsp;Muhammad Tukur Ibrahim PhD ,&nbsp;Abdullahi Bello Umar PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>By 2030, prostate cancer is estimated to account for 1.7 million new cases and 499,000 deaths. The objectives of this research were to create a model revealing the activity of thiosemicarbazone-indole compounds as anticancer agents against the PC3 cell line; perform docking analysis between the compounds and the target enzyme; and predict the pharmacokinetics and drug-likeness of the compounds under investigation.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>The quantitative structureactivity relationship (QSAR) method was used to build the model; molecular docking between the compounds and the target enzyme was performed; and the drug-likeness and pharmacokinetics of the inhibiting compounds was examined.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>The genetic function algorithm-multilinear regression approach was used for building the QSAR model. Build model 1 had the best performance, with R<sup>2</sup> (coefficient of determination) = 0.972517, R<sub>adj</sub> (adjusted R-squared) = 0.964665, (CRp<sup>2</sup>) = 0.780922, and LOF (leave-one-out cross-validation) = 0.076524, demonstrated strongly indicated by the molecular descriptors. SHBd, SsCH3, JGI2, and RDF60P were highly dependent on proliferative activity. Compounds ID 7 and 22 had the potential to act as androgen receptor inhibitors, as suggested by molecular docking studies between the drugs and their target enzymes. Compounds ID 7 and 22 exhibited binding scores of −8.5 kcal/mol and −8.8 kcal/mol, respectively. The approved maximum medication molecules for oral bioavailability included the molecules with IDs 7 and 22.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>This research provides valuable insights into the relationships among molecular descriptors, potential inhibitors, and pharmacokinetic properties in the treatment of PC3. These findings may contribute to the understanding and potential development of new therapeutic options for prostate cancer patients.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":46806,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences","volume":"19 4","pages":"Pages 823-834"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361224000660/pdfft?md5=5fff1200c5d74138c26f1ce6ab9b148e&pid=1-s2.0-S1658361224000660-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141978351","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Burden of non-communicable diseases in Health Council of Gulf Cooperation (GCC) countries 海湾合作委员会(GCC)国家非传染性疾病的负担
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.009
Eyad Taha Alqadasi MPH , Kanittha Chamroonsawasdi Ph.D. , Kittipong Saejeng M.D. , Mouaddh Abdulmalik Nagi Ph.D.
{"title":"Burden of non-communicable diseases in Health Council of Gulf Cooperation (GCC) countries","authors":"Eyad Taha Alqadasi MPH ,&nbsp;Kanittha Chamroonsawasdi Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Kittipong Saejeng M.D. ,&nbsp;Mouaddh Abdulmalik Nagi Ph.D.","doi":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.009","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>This study was aimed at comparing deaths, years of potential life loss (YPLL), and economic loss due to nine non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among Health Council of Gulf Cooperation (GCC) countries.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>The number of deaths and life expectancy by age and sex in each country, obtained from the 2019 World Health Organization database, were used to calculate YPLL by disease and sex. Economic loss was estimated by combining the annual income adjusted for the present value multiplied by the YPLL for each disease by sex and country.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>The nine NCDs were responsible for 152,854 deaths, 3 million YPLL, and 23.9 billion US$ economic loss in GCC countries. The most common cause of death was ischemic heart disease, which caused 82,232 deaths (54% of the total), 1.6 million YPLL (54% of the total), and a 12.8 billion US$ economic loss (53% of the total). The least common cause of death was lung cancer, which caused 1,960 deaths, 37,287 YPLL, and a 317.6 million US$ economic loss. KSA was the most affected country among all GCC countries in terms of deaths (68,027), YPLL (1.4 million), and economic loss (14.3 billion US$). Notably, KSA had 45%, 49%, and 60% of the entire region's deaths, YPLL, and economic loss, respectively. In contrast, Qatar was the least affected country in terms of deaths and YPLL, and Yemen was the least affected country in terms of economic loss.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The burden of NCDs in GCC countries in terms of deaths, YPLL, and economic loss is substantial. Policymakers should pay greater attention to detecting, preventing, and controlling these NCDs and their risk factors.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":46806,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences","volume":"19 4","pages":"Pages 877-884"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361224000714/pdfft?md5=b248622ea2ff7fa76393f2a2dd7f829c&pid=1-s2.0-S1658361224000714-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142006335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Extensive study of CCN4, VCAM-1, MMP-3, and GM-CSF as reliable markers for disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis 将 CCN4、VCAM-1、MMP-3 和 GM-CSF 作为类风湿关节炎疾病活动的可靠标记物的广泛研究
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.08.001
Ahmed T. Yasin , Eman T. Ali Ph.D. , Falah H. Shari Ph.D. , Ali N. Mohammed M.B.CH.B D.R.M.R
{"title":"Extensive study of CCN4, VCAM-1, MMP-3, and GM-CSF as reliable markers for disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis","authors":"Ahmed T. Yasin ,&nbsp;Eman T. Ali Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Falah H. Shari Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Ali N. Mohammed M.B.CH.B D.R.M.R","doi":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.08.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.08.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>The involvement of Wnt-1-induced secreted protein-1 (WISP1/CCN4) in several inflammatory reaction has recently been proposed. Nevertheless, this protein's involvement in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) remains debated. Associations between poorly diagnosed RA and several classical markers derived from demography and biochemistry have been reported.</p></div><div><h3>Aim</h3><p>We sought to investigate the reliability and effectiveness of serum concentrations of CCN4, vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1), matrix melloprotenase-3 (MMP-3), and granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) in monitoring and predicting RA and bone damage, and their correlation with RA disease course.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>The study analyzed 128 patients with RA, comprising 68 newly diagnosed and 60 previously diagnosed patients, as well as 60 controls. Biomarker levels were measured with enzyme linked immuno-sorbent assays. Routine laboratory parameters such as serological, clinical, biochemical, and hematological parameters were additionally measured. Demography, anthropometry, and clinical symptom data were collected through interviews and a questionnaire. The joint disease activity score 28 (DAS28) was used to determine disease activity.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Concentrations of four biomarkers were significantly higher in the RA group than the healthy controls. Elevated biomarker concentrations were also observed in patients with high, rather than moderate or low, DAS28-ESR activity status, except for monocyte count, hematocrit (%), and urea level. Furthermore, CCN4 level positively correlated with VCAM-1, MMP-3, and GM-CSF levels, DA-S28-CRP and DAS28-ESR. The levels of three predictive markers, CCN4, VCAM-1, and MMP-3, were elevated in non-treated patients, whereas GM-CSF level showed no difference. The highest area under the curve was 73.3% for CCN4, with 93.3% sensitivity and 64.7% specificity.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Our data suggest that CCN4 can be reliably used to indicate activity and therapeutic response associated with RA, thus facilitating earlier RA diagnosis.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":46806,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences","volume":"19 4","pages":"Pages 885-900"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361224000738/pdfft?md5=0fae54684f8496a974e5390a1e0703ab&pid=1-s2.0-S1658361224000738-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142039672","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Cytotoxic properties of Pelargonium graveolens leaf extract and its green-synthesized gold nanoparticles (in vitro study) 天竺葵叶提取物及其绿色合成金纳米粒子的细胞毒性特性(体外研究)
IF 1.5
Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.08.002
Ahmed Y.M. Asker BDS, Aseel H.M.J. Al Haidar MSc
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Outcomes of surgical management of ankle fractures in patients with diabetes 糖尿病患者踝关节骨折的手术治疗效果
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.003
Khalid A. Alsheikh MD , Hosam H. Alrehaili MBBS , Abdulmajeed A. Alsabr MBBS , Ali A. Alem MBBS , Maram M. Albalawi Msc , Ziad A. Aljaafri MBBS
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Applications of 3D-printed teeth in dental education: A narrative review 3D打印牙齿在牙科教育中的应用:综述
IF 1.5
Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.005
Yusra Fayyaz BDS , Maryam Ali BDS , Rizwan Ullah MSc , Muhammad S. Shaikh MSc
{"title":"Applications of 3D-printed teeth in dental education: A narrative review","authors":"Yusra Fayyaz BDS ,&nbsp;Maryam Ali BDS ,&nbsp;Rizwan Ullah MSc ,&nbsp;Muhammad S. Shaikh MSc","doi":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><p>The contemporary era of education prompts the need for innovation that facilitates the comprehensible and immersive learning of students. Three-dimensional (3D) printing or additive manufacturing in the form of 3D-printed teeth provides an attractive alternative to extracted teeth and standard dental models, as they provide educational equality and realistic simulation of natural teeth.</p></div><div><h3>Aim</h3><p>This review article summarises the literature that has proven the role and effectiveness of 3D-printed teeth in dental education.</p></div><div><h3>Method</h3><p>This review article follows the Scale for the Assessment of Narrative Review Articles (SANRA) guidelines. Two electronic research databases, PubMed and Google Scholar, were used to search for relevant studies. Studies discussing the applications of 3D-printed teeth in dental education were included.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>The positive and highly valuable role of 3D-printed teeth in dental education has been validated because of their feasible nature. Improvements in dental students’ confidence, clinical skills, and learning experiences have also been proven.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>3D-printed teeth can serve as a convenient and accessible alternative to extracted and standard dental models for dental education.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":46806,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences","volume":"19 4","pages":"Pages 816-822"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361224000672/pdfft?md5=8a1c47a3e60d26702a45c21b22509db0&pid=1-s2.0-S1658361224000672-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141963118","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Dampened inflammatory response in oral ulcer after topical therapy of adipose mesenchymal stem cell secretome 局部使用脂肪间充质干细胞分泌物治疗后口腔溃疡的炎症反应减弱
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.006
Satutya Wicaksono DDS. , Nanan Nur'aeny PhD. , Hendri Susanto PhD. , Alexander P. Nugraha PhD. , Diah S. Ernawati Professor
{"title":"Dampened inflammatory response in oral ulcer after topical therapy of adipose mesenchymal stem cell secretome","authors":"Satutya Wicaksono DDS. ,&nbsp;Nanan Nur'aeny PhD. ,&nbsp;Hendri Susanto PhD. ,&nbsp;Alexander P. Nugraha PhD. ,&nbsp;Diah S. Ernawati Professor","doi":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>Research has demonstrated that modulating inflammation can significantly accelerate the healing of oral ulcers. Our study focused on the adipose mesenchymal stem cell secretome (AdMSCS), which is rich in immunoregulatory molecules capable of dampening the immune response and interfering with inflammatory pathways. We assessed both inflammatory pathway expression and macrophage phenotypes at the sites of oral ulcers.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>We induced oral ulcers in the inferior fornix mucosa of 20 healthy male Wistar rats (<em>Rattus norvegicus</em>). These subjects were treated topically with adipose MSC metabolite (AdMSCM) oral gel three times daily, for durations of 3 and 7 days. We performed immunohistochemical analyses to evaluate the expression of Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) and nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) p65 at the ulcer sites. Additionally, we assessed macrophage polarization by examining the ratio of M2/M1 macrophages, identified through CD68<sup>+</sup>Φ (M1) and CD163<sup>+</sup>Φ (M2) cells. Data were analyzed using one-way analysis of variance, followed by post-hoc Tukey's Honestly Significantly Difference test.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Application of AdMSCM oral gel significantly reduced the expression of TLR4 and NF-κB p65. This treatment also enhanced macrophage polarization towards the anti-inflammatory M2 phenotype at the ulcer sites (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.05).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>The topical application of AdMSCM oral gel effectively modulates the inflammatory response, enhancing healing processes in the oral ulcer rat model. This suggests its potential utility as a therapeutic agent in managing oral ulcers.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":46806,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences","volume":"19 4","pages":"Pages 847-855"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361224000684/pdfft?md5=7a0a20b143a48d4411087bd6bfa477ea&pid=1-s2.0-S1658361224000684-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141992622","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Protective effect of lycopene against celecoxib induced fat deposition and glycogen reduction in liver cells 番茄红素对塞来昔布诱导的肝细胞脂肪沉积和糖原减少的保护作用
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.007
Maria Khan M.Phil. , Somia Gul PhD , Iqra Rehman M.Phil. , Qurratul-ain Leghari PhD , Rabia Badar PhD , Zille-Huma FCPS
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Impaired phagocytosis and oxidative respiratory burst activity in sickle cell anemia leukocytes 镰状细胞贫血症白细胞的吞噬能力和氧化呼吸爆发活动受损
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.010
David B. Akinbo Ph.D. , Olutayo I. Ajayi Ph.D. , Onyinye M. Eluji B.MLS , Imisioluwa Olatunji B.MLS , Temisan M. Okoroloko B.MLS
{"title":"Impaired phagocytosis and oxidative respiratory burst activity in sickle cell anemia leukocytes","authors":"David B. Akinbo Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Olutayo I. Ajayi Ph.D. ,&nbsp;Onyinye M. Eluji B.MLS ,&nbsp;Imisioluwa Olatunji B.MLS ,&nbsp;Temisan M. Okoroloko B.MLS","doi":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.010","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>This case-control study investigated the mode of leukocyte function in sickle cell anemia (SCA) to delineate the underlying immunopathology for early diagnosis and mitigate the increased bacterial infection risk in this patient population.</p></div><div><h3>Method</h3><p>In total, 90 participants comprising 24 hemoglobin (Hb)-AA, 22 Hb-AS, 23 steady state Hb-SS and 21 vaso-occlusive crisis state Hb-SS subjects were recruited for this study. The subjects were further divided into the following six groups: Hb-AA and Hb-AS subjects as control groups, Hb-SS subjects at steady state, Hb-SS subjects in a vaso-occlusive crisis state, Hb-SS subjects undergoing medication (Meds), and Hb-SS subjects undergoing medication plus blood transfusion (Meds/BT) group, respectively. Hematological analysis, Hb electrophoresis, leukocyte ratios, and leukocyte functional assays were assessed with standard methods, and interleukin 8 (IL-8) and L-selectin levels were evaluated using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Total leukocyte and monocyte counts were increased in the Hb-SS groups compared to the control groups. However, the Hb-SS groups had lower lymphocyte counts than the other groups (p &lt; 0.005). Leukocyte viability was increased in the SCA groups, while phagocytic activities and oxidative respiratory burst were both reduced in the SCA groups (p &lt; 0.005). Increased IL-8 levels were observed in all SCA groups (p &lt; 0.05), whereas L-selectin levels of the Hb-SS steady and Hb-SS on Meds groups were decreased compared to the other groups (p &lt; 0.05). The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio, monocyte-to-lymphocyte ratio, and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio were higher in the SCA groups than the control groups (p &lt; 0.05).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Impaired leukocyte phagocytic and oxidative respiratory burst activities constitute altered leukocyte function in SCA, which can increase their susceptibility to infections and the risk of mortality, especially during the crisis state. Novel therapeutic approaches can be tailored specifically to enhance these leukocyte functions and mitigate the increased infection risk in SCA.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":46806,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences","volume":"19 4","pages":"Pages 867-876"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361224000726/pdfft?md5=a76d6a8937fd2774df903f9c1c2071dd&pid=1-s2.0-S1658361224000726-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141997970","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Women's access to healthcare services in the Jazan region of the KSA KSA Jazan 地区妇女获得医疗保健服务的情况
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Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences Pub Date : 2024-07-11 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtumed.2024.07.001
Sarah A. Almalki PhD , Brien K. Ashdown PhD
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