A5042801536- COVID-19 and healthcare impacts
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Trauma and Emergency Care Studies
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
- Radiation Dose and Imaging
- Chronic Kidney Disease and Diabetes
- Cardiovascular Disease and Adiposity
- Cardiovascular Health and Risk Factors
- Global Health and Surgery
- Economic and Financial Impacts of Cancer
- Dialysis and Renal Disease Management
- Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
- Advances in Oncology and Radiotherapy
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Adipokines, Inflammation, and Metabolic Diseases
- Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Mental Health Treatment and Access
- Sodium Intake and Health
- Surgical site infection prevention
- Cardiac Health and Mental Health
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Diabetes Management and Education
Abu Dhabi Health Services
2024-2025
Tawam Hospital
2023
King Abdullah University Hospital
2023
Institut de Virologie
2020-2022
AstraZeneca (Brazil)
2020
Stryker (United Kingdom)
2020
Pfizer (United Kingdom)
2020
Merck (Germany)
2020
University of Birmingham
2020
Background Cancer is the third-leading cause of death in United Arab Emirates (UAE). There are few studies on cancer epidemiology UAE. Methods This retrospective study, from 2011 to 2013 until 2023, aimed estimate prevalence a history and lifetime risk identify its factors. Results Among 8635 cancer-free participants at time screening, 209 were diagnosed with new (2.5%) over follow-up period, 129 (1.9%) females compared 80 (0.9%) males. The most common type was Breast cancer, an incidence...
Background Breast cancer is the most common in United Arab Emirates (UAE), with majority of cases characteristically occurring women younger than 50 years. Studies on breast risk factors UAE are few. Methods This retrospective study, from 2011 to 2013 until 2023, aimed estimate prevalence a history and lifetime risk. A nested case-control study was designed cohort four controls for each case matched by date diagnosis. Results incidence 0.85 %, 37 out 4338 females cohort. No males were...
Fasting during Ramadan has been found safe for most chronic kidney diseases (CKD) patients but may pose risks some. CKD who choose to fast require careful attention from healthcare providers. However, there is a lack of studies evaluating the impact fasting on various diseases. The and Kidney Disease (RaK) working group developed risk stratification tool categorize intending into low, moderate, high-risk groups. We propose calculator incorporating key factors help guide decisions in...
Assessing the burden of mental health disorders is critical for planning best healthcare services and responding to community needs. This study aimed assess in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates its important determinants. retrospective cohort included participants from a national cardiovascular screening program (Weqaya) Emirates, 2010 2013. The data were collected through electronic medical records (EMRs). A total 8699 subjects included, with an average follow-up period 9.2 years....
<title>Abstract</title> Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a global health burden. Monitoring its determinants and incidence trends important for identifying risk factors projecting future service needs. Method: The Abu Dhabi Risk Study (ADRS ) retrospective cohort study in Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Diabetes-free participants were followed an average of 9.2 years the development new diabetes. Cox regression was used to develop prediction model identify significant determinants. Results: Over...
Abstract Cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk assessment is key to rational decision-making in primary prevention. The CVD depends on dynamic factors requiring continuous equation updates. Design Abu Dhabi Risk Study (ADRS) the first and longest-duration retrospective cohort study United Arab Emirates (UAE), aiming develop 10-year prediction equations for CAD, stroke, ASCVD (Atherosclerotic Disease, combining CAD stroke) validate international equations. Method included 8699 subjects are...
Abstract The impact of abnormal Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) on various adverse outcomes has been well studied; however, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), like many other regions in world, remains understudied this area. Method This retrospective cohort study estimates age and sex-specific Abu Dhabi population its association with mortality Atherosclerotic cardiovascular (ASCVD) outcomes. 8699 participants a national disease screening from 2011 to 2013. was reevaluated 2023 for Reference...
<title>Abstract</title> Objectives The study aimed to determine the prevalence and cumulative risk of smoking among national male adults in Abu Dhabi, assess determinants starting, quitting, maintaining cessation, continuing them. Methods This retrospective cohort has an average follow-up period 9 years. population was males aged 18 years above. Data initially collected from medical electronic records individuals who participated a comprehensive screening program (Weqaya) performed Dhabi...
Background Cardiovascular disease risk assessment is a key tool in primary prevention. The ADRS (Abu Dhabi Risk Study) retrospective cohort study aiming to develop 10‐year prediction equations for coronary artery (CAD), stroke, and atherosclerotic cardiovascular (ASCVD), validate international equations. Methods Results 8699 participants were examined the Abu screening program from 2011 2013 with subsequent average follow‐up of 9.2 years. They assessed 2023 new CAD, admissions acute...
Background: Preventing high blood pressure and its complications requires identifying risk factors. This study assessed predictors of hypertension associated among Emirati adults in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Methods: retrospective cohort was conducted by retrieving data from the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Emiratis who participated a national cardiovascular screening program between 2011 2013. The comprised 8456 (18 years above): 4095 women 4361 men. average follow-up...
<title>Abstract</title> <italic><bold>Background:</bold></italic> Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing global health concern, particularly in populations with high prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors, such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE). <italic><bold>Objective:</bold></italic> To quantify burden CKD among UAE nationals and identify factors that contribute to its development progression. <italic><bold>Methods</bold></italic><bold>:</bold> This retrospective cohort study. In...
Introduction Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is an inherited genetic disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of fever, serositis, arthritis, and skin rash. Uncontrolled disease can lead to amyloid A disposition, nephrotic syndrome progressive renal failure. Recurrence AA amyloidosis post kidney transplantation has been reported. Long-term colchicine therapy will reduce the FMF attacks risk amyloidosis. Although there high prevalence in MENA region, data end stage (ESRD) limited. We...