The Effect of Injected Local Epinephrine with Different Analgesic Agents During Tonsillectomy on Bleeding: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Abstract: Background: Tonsillectomy is defined as the surgical excision of tonsils by completely removing it including its capsule from the muscular wall1. It’s considered one of the most common surgical procedures with over 500,000 cases annually. Bleeding post tonsillectomy is one of the most serious complication. injectable local epinephrine consider on of the most effective …
The Efficacy of Different Methods to Manage Post-Radiotherapy Otits Media With Effusion in Nasopharyngeal Cancer Patients : Systemic Review
Abstract: Background: Head and neck cancers, including nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), are relatively common in Saudi Arabia. Radiotherapy is a standard treatment for NPC, but it can lead to side effects, including post-radiation otitis media with effusion (OME). Managing post-radiotherapy OME remains a topic of debate, with various interventions proposed. This study aims to review the …
The Prevalence of ADHD in Sleep Disordered Breathing Patients in the Pediatric Population in Saudi Arabia
Abstract: Background: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB) are conditions that are commonly found and diagnosed in pediatric patients with potential interplay. Understanding their association is crucial for early intervention, and management. Objective: This study aims to determine the prevalence and association of ADHD among pediatric patients with Sleep Disordered Breathing …
Prevalence and Analysis of Risk Factors of Secondary Post-Tonsillectomy Bleeding in Pediatric Population of Saudi Arabia
Abstract: Background: Tonsillectomy is one of the most common surgical procedures around the world, with over 500,000 cases done annually. There are various reported complications, the most serious complication is post-tonsillectomy bleeding accounting for 1.6- 5.6%. Post tonsillectomy bleeding can be either primary occurring in the first 24 hours or secondary bleeding occurring beyond first …
Assessing the Efficacy of Trans-Septal Suturing Versus Nasal Packing Following Septoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Abstract: Background: Septoplasty is a common procedure addressing deviated nasal septums for enhanced nasal airflow. Post-surgery, stabilization, and bleeding control are achieved through either nasal packing or septal stitches. The debate persists on their relative effectiveness and safety. This study aims to compare outcomes and risks, including bleeding, pain, septal issues, nasal obstruction, and patient …
The Effect of Decreasing the Frequency of Dupilumab Administration After The First Year on The Control of Chronic Rhinosinusitis
Abstract: Background: Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) is a disease that significantly affects the patient quality of life, it shares it pathogenic mechanism through type-2 inflammation with other diseases like, bronchial asthma and eczema. This disease is known to be more severe with higher recurrence rates comparing to other types of chronic rhinosinusitis.1 Patients …