Khalid M. Alzahrani

ORCID: 0000-0001-8231-4545
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Research Areas
  • Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes
  • Bariatric Surgery and Outcomes
  • Metastasis and carcinoma case studies
  • Gastrointestinal Tumor Research and Treatment
  • Esophageal and GI Pathology
  • Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments
  • Surgical Simulation and Training
  • Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies
  • Diet and metabolism studies
  • Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
  • Abdominal Surgery and Complications
  • Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies
  • Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments
  • Healthcare Education and Workforce Issues
  • Hyperglycemia and glycemic control in critically ill and hospitalized patients
  • Hospital Admissions and Outcomes
  • Medication Adherence and Compliance
  • Omental and Epiploic Conditions
  • Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
  • Dermatologic Treatments and Research
  • Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
  • Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas
  • Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
  • Foreign Body Medical Cases
  • Anatomy and Medical Technology

Taif University
2012-2024

Al Noor Hospitals
2024

King Abdulaziz Hospital
2022-2024

Al Baha University
2024

Université d'Angers
2024

Seoul National University Hospital
2020-2023

Ministry of Health
2023

Islamic University
2022

University of Karachi
2022

Imam Mohammad ibn Saud Islamic University
2022

<ns4:p>Background Communicable disease surveillance systems (CDSSs) are essential for the timely identification and response to health threats, particularly in cities such as Jeddah, which serve major gateways international travelers pilgrims. This study examined key informants’ perceptions of CDSS attributes at primary healthcare centers (PHCCs) Saudi Arabia. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted from November 2017 March 2018 45 PHCCs. Key informants completed a validated electronic...

10.12688/f1000research.160000.1 preprint EN cc-by F1000Research 2025-01-07

Background and Aims: Clubfoot in Saudi Arabia is considered a public health issue. Early diagnosis treatment of clubfoot can prevent complex reconstructive surgical treatment. Lack general knowledge on may be barrier to early intervention successful management this condition. We aim assess awareness level within Al-Baha region. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted regarding its among parents living the Data collection involved distribution previously validated questionnaire from...

10.5455/mjhs.2025.02.010 article EN cc-by-nc-nd Majmaah Journal of Health Sciences 2025-01-01

The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer quality life (QOL) questionnaires (QLQ-C30, QLQ-OG25, QLQ-STO22) are widely used the assessment gastric cancer patients. This study aimed to use these evaluate QOL in postgastrectomy patients.We prospectively evaluated 106 patients with distal gastrectomy (DG), 57 pylorus-preserving (PPG), 117 total (TG). Body weight were preoperatively postoperatively (at 3 weeks, 3, 6, 12 months).TG had significantly more loss than DG/PPG...

10.4174/astr.2022.103.1.19 article EN Annals of Surgical Treatment and Research 2022-01-01

Abstract Background Intermittent fasting (IF) is a popular dietary plan for weight loss. In fact, common practice in different religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. During the month of Ramadan, more than 1.5 billion Muslims worldwide fast from dawn to sunset. Ramadan diurnal intermittent (RDIF) has health benefits, including reduction cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk an improvement mood. However, little known about effects RDIF on lifestyle behaviors,...

10.1186/s12889-023-16385-1 article EN cc-by BMC Public Health 2023-07-31

Background: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is defined as a that starts in the colon or rectum. CRC most commonly diagnosed among Saudi males and ranks third female individuals. Awareness population about symptoms, risk factors, screening tests essential for preventing further morbidity mortality. This study aimed to assess knowledge western region of Arabia, well awareness based on various demographic data.

10.7759/cureus.27404 article EN Cureus 2022-07-28

Background: Instances of choking continue to pose a concern for the health and safety children. This study aims assess parents' understanding, awareness, perspectives on child choking. Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted in Al-Baha region Saudi Arabia from September 13, 2023, October 3, 2023. Data collection done via an electronically validated questionnaire among parents aged 18 years above, covering knowledge, attitudes, practices. Statistical analysis performed using Mann-Whitney U...

10.7759/cureus.62100 article EN Cureus 2024-06-10

Background: Sleeve gastrectomy (SG), a leading bariatric surgery procedure, has surpassed Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and adjustable banding in popularity due to its effectiveness weight loss managing related morbidities. This study aimed assess the awareness within Taif City population Saudi Arabia regarding metabolic effects of SG resultant alterations diabetes mellitus (DM) hypertension (HTN). Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional was done targetting Makkah region&amp;apos;s city using...

10.24911/ijmdc.51-1713586297 article EN International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 2024-01-01

Background There is no doubt that hypertension one of the most widespread global health problems, and it essential to comply with prescribed medications for optimal control. A lack studies on effects perceived social support (PSS) medication adherence among patients, especially in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, made us conduct this study. Methods This was a cross-sectional study targeted patients who were visiting primary healthcare centers under Ministry Health Arabia. The Morisky Green Levine (MGL)...

10.7759/cureus.69522 article EN Cureus 2024-09-16

This study aimed to compare the surgical and oncological outcomes between totally laparoscopic pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (TLPPG) with intracorporeal anastomosis laparoscopy-assisted (LAPPG) extracorporeal anastomosis.A retrospective analysis was performed in 258 patients cT1N0 gastric cancer who underwent using two different methods: TLPPG (n=88) LAPPG (n=170). The following variables were compared groups assess postoperative outcomes: proximal distal margins, number of resected lymph...

10.5230/jgc.2022.22.e16 article EN Journal of the Korean Gastric Cancer Association 2022-01-01

Background: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common complaints, especially among healthcare workers, with great impact on daily lifestyle and job performance regarding disability absence. Therefore, in this study, we aimed to assess prevalence associated risk factors LBP surgeons different specialties Taif city, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study city randomly selected from three major hospitals using a self-administered questionnaire 41 items divided into parts including...

10.4103/sjhs.sjhs_70_18 article EN cc-by-nc-sa Saudi Journal for Health Sciences 2018-01-01

Background: Breast cancer (BC) is the most common among women worldwide. Among all types of cancer, 11.7% cases diagnosed in 2020 were BC. Compare this to Saudi Arabia, where 28.8 out every 100,000 with Furthermore, BC patients are more likely than other survivors use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Study aimed investigate association between CAM recurrence rates Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 106 participants recruited from breast surgery clinics....

10.18203/2349-2902.isj20240314 article EN International Surgery Journal 2024-02-08

Abstract Aim To compare the different surgical approaches for treating congenital diaphragmatic eventration (CDE) in children. Methods Retrospective data analysis of a multicentric cohort pediatric patients operated on CDE between 2010 and 2021, with comparison their outcomes. Results 112 patients, aged 12 [5–21] months, were CDE. Diaphragmatic plication was performed using thoracoscopy or RATS 69 (62%) cases, postero-lateral thoracotomy (PLT) 15 (13%), an abdominal approach 28 (25%). Relief...

10.1101/2024.02.15.24302855 preprint EN cc-by-nc-nd medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory) 2024-02-15

Ectopic pancreatic tissue, or heterotopic pancreas, is a rare congenital anomaly defined by the presence of tissue outside its usual location and without vascular ductal continuity with main pancreas. It often asymptomatic typically discovered incidentally during imaging surgical procedures. We report case 41-year-old female undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for morbid obesity (BMI: 44 kg/m²), which 17×9 mm nodular lesion was identified on anterior stomach wall. Histopathological...

10.18203/2349-2902.isj20243774 article EN International Surgery Journal 2024-12-12

Congenital factor VII (FVII) deficiency is a rare coagulation disorder that increases the risk of bleeding complications during surgery. Although laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) most common metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS), it rarely performed in patients with congenital disorders such as FVII deficiency, due to high intraoperative and postoperative bleeding. We report case 57-year-old female class II obesity (BMI 37.9 kg/m²) previously undiagnosed presenting for LSG. The patient's...

10.7759/cureus.75903 article EN Cureus 2024-12-17

Laparoscopic pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (LPPG) has a nutritional advantage over laparoscopic distal (LDG), however, may be less beneficial in overweight patients terms of weight loss. The purpose this study was to compare LPPG and LDG with early gastric cancer.Clinicopathologic data (body mass index [BMI], ≥25 kg/m2) who underwent (n = 63) or 183) 2016-2018 were retrospectively reviewed. In the group, Billroth-II anastomosis separately grouped (LDG B-II, n 66). Changes BMI, hemoglobin,...

10.4174/astr.2023.104.1.18 article EN Annals of Surgical Treatment and Research 2023-01-01

Introduction: An increasing number of surgeries are being performed with the assistance robots and this new technology necessitates a strong commitment on part healthcare providers patients alike.The purpose study was to investigate public's awareness, knowledge perceptions Robotic-Assisted Surgery (RAS) in Saudi Arabia.Materials Methods: online pretested questionnaire used collect responses from participants different provinces Arabia.Participants' selfreported were recorded based correct...

10.54905/disssi/v27i132/e73ms2853 article EN Medical Science 2023-02-05

Job stress is considered as one of the important issues that affect people's health.We aimedto analyze Burnout phenomenon in relation to personality types (HCP) and using coping strategies confront this phenomenon.This a cross sectional study which we involved (HCPs) (doctors, specialists, technicians) worked Jeddah Health Affairs, Saudi Arabia.We selected sample size from total (13313) (HCPs).The was (373) added extra 27 reach (400) guard against nonresponder; used random cluster...

10.9790/1959-0604027174 article EN IOSR Journal of Nursing and health Science 2017-07-01

Background:Mesenteric ischemia is relatively a rare disorder seen in the emergency department (ED).Due to effect of hypobaric hypoxia and higher liability for thrombosis encountered high altitude areas, acute occlusive mesenteric (AOMI) would represent an actual challenge Taif related districts.Another risk factor that about twenty-five percent Saudis are victims diabetes due changes lifestyle diet leading increasing levels obesity.Vague nonspecific clinical findings limitations diagnostic...

10.21608/ejhm.2012.16289 article EN The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine 2012-04-01

Introduction and Research Problem: Obesity can be defined as a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or higher. It has been recognized the 2nd largest cause avoidable early mortality in USA. Bariatric surgery is weight-loss surgical technique that mostly suggested for morbidly obese individuals (BMI greater than 40) without comorbidities 35 with comorbidities. The goal study was to assess patient awareness about indications complications of, sleeve gastrectomy, there an insignificant number studies related our...

10.5742/mewfm.2022.9525132 article EN World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine 2022-09-01

Job stress and burnout are considered as main problems affect employees' health the coping strategies oriented either towards problem or to emotion.And there is an association between occupational stress.Coping related burnout, in favor of positive strategies.The personality influences types that used by individual.The aim this study identify level using confront work among practitioners, according their type.This descriptive cross sectional targeted Health Care Providers type (A B) scale...

10.22192/ijcrms.2016.02.09.004 article EN International Journal of Current Research in Medical Sciences 2016-10-04

Background: Testicular descent failure causes cryptorchidism, which is the absence of one or both testicles in scrotum. The cause cryptorchidism still unknown. This study aimed to assess knowledge about and estimation Western region Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional was done on 427 participants through an electronic online questionnaire western All parents with without children, divorced widowed, widower were included. Results: More than half (64.6%) aged between 40 59 years....

10.5742/mewfm.2022.95251368 article EN World Family Medicine Journal/Middle East Journal of Family Medicine 2022-11-01

Background Obesity has become a major global health challenge, and its prevalence tripled in the last four decades. Impaired quality of life (QoL) is strong incentive for severely obese patients to seek help. Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) most frequently practiced bariatric procedure worldwide. This study aimed investigate QoL changes body weight three years post laparoscopic SG. Methods A cross-sectional, observational was performed outpatient clinics Taif city, Saudi Arabia. The included 147...

10.7759/cureus.32754 article EN Cureus 2022-12-20
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