This issue of the journal has a
good number of paper discussing
various issues of importance to
health. Hadi et al., did an extensive
review on Physical and psychological
impacts of cancer on children and
adolescents and strategies to improve
it. The authors stressed that childhood
cancer is a major cause of morbidity
and mortality. Globally, cancer
is one of the most sever health
illness among children and adolescents.
every year approximately 151,435
cases with cancer are diagnosed
that lead to physical and psychological
impacts on children and adolescent
(Cancer Statistics Center, 2020
& Schüz, J.; Roman, E,
2021). Furthermore, previous data
from the World Health Organization
showed approximately 400,000 children
and adolescents aged 0-19 are diagnosed
with cancer annually (WHO, 2021).
A young population with longer life
expectancies and a recognized rising
cancer burden both locally and globally
pose challenges to providing the
finest healthcare. The authors concluded
that their literature review highlighted
precise evaluation of physical and
psychological impacts of cancer
among children and their parents
that necessary to guarantee excellent
care and efficient therapy and to
find best ways to decrease these
impacts.
Alenazi, et al., reviewed the use
of artificial intelligence in nursing
education. This study uses a quantitative
research design and regression analysis
to examine the impact of artificial
intelligence (AI) integration on
nursing students' attitudes and
academic performance. A sample of
300 nursing students was surveyed
to identify key factors influencing
their acceptance and use of AI technology
in their education. Results revealed
that technological proficiency and
positive attitudes toward AI significantly
predicted improved academic performance.
These findings have significant
practical implications for curriculum
development in nursing education,
emphasizing the importance of integrating
AI and enhancing students' technological
skills.
Asim, et al ., presented a case
of cardiac amyloidosis. They pointed
that Amyloidosis is a multisystem
disorder. Cardiac involvement causes
restrictive cardiomyopathy. A 65yrs
old gentleman presented with worsening
shortness of breath. Investigations
including echo and cardiac MRI showed
cardiomyopathy consistent with amyloidosis.
Cardiac involvement is related with
poor prognosis and increased mortality.
Iqbal et al., discussed the benefits
of fasting. They stressed that there
has been increased popularity of
fasting as a lifestyle choice and
a way of losing weight. Overall,
fasting results in significant health
benefits. Fasting during Ramadan
(i.e. religious fasting) leads to
additional benefits. In their second
paper they discussed Reaction to
aluminium in vaccines. They stressed
that Some children can develop nodules
at the site of their immunisations.
These are granulomas due to a reaction
with aluminium which is present
in some vaccines. The nodules are
benign and further investigations
are not needed. The nodules can
cause intense itching and treatment
is aimed at treating this until
the nodules resolve on their own.
Nehal et al., reviewed Trigeminal
Neuralgia. It is a facial pain disorder
characterised by recurrent paroxysmal
pain emerging from neurovascular
compression of the trigeminal nerve
or its branches. Epidemiological
studies show TN to be a rare disease
with increased prevalence in women
and older populations. The pathophysiology
is largely unknown and is multifactorial
in nature, that involves genetic,
neuroanatomical, physiological,
and morphological risk factors.
It is caused by hyperexcitable neuronal
states that alter neuronal plasticity.
TN is classified as classical, secondary,
and idiopathic, primarily, and based
on its differential diagnosis it
can be differentiated from other
similar neuropathic pain. Brain
and facial imaging are the most
common diagnoses to determine TN.
Treatment of TN is aimed at reducing
the painful episodes in patients,
both by frequency and severity.
It is provided based on physiological
features, patient age and sex, subtype
of TN, comorbidities, disease severity,
and MRI imaging. It initiates with
first-line pharmacotherapy which
includes common anti-seizure medications,
followed by second-line drugs in
monotherapy or in combination till
the symptoms subside. In case of
persistent symptoms, surgical procedures
like microvascular decompression,
or percutaneous neuroablation can
be considered. For future advancement,
understanding the pathophysiology
of TN is crucial, as well as such
knowledge may aid in developing
more effective and more tolerable
therapies. Designing better epidemiological
studies in TN and advancement in
diagnostics and functional studies
is warranted which provide critical
insights for the management of TN.
Ayoub et al., discussed the Crucial
Role of Pneumococcal Vaccination
in Hajj Pilgrimage: Advocating for
Compulsory Policy Changes. The annual
Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca brings
together millions of individuals
from diverse geographic regions,
presenting significant public health
challenges, particularly concerning
the transmission of infectious diseases.
This article highlights the critical
importance of pneumococcal vaccination
as a preventive measure during Hajj.
Given the heightened risk of respiratory
infections in such a densely populated
and international gathering, the
authors advocate for making pneumococcal
vaccination compulsory for all pilgrims.
The article discusses the public
health benefits of widespread vaccination,
including the reduction in cases
of pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis
caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
It also examines potential barriers
to implementing compulsory vaccination
policies, such as logistical challenges,
vaccine hesitancy, and the need
for culturally sensitive approaches.
The authors emphasize the necessity
of collaboration among health authorities,
religious leaders, and pilgrims
to ensure successful policy implementation
and enhance health outcomes during
the pilgrimage.
Hussain, et al., report a case
report on Early Diagnosis and Management
of Acute Pericarditis in a patient
with G6PD deficiency. They pointed
that Pericarditis, caused by infections,
autoimmunity, or trauma, often causes
sudden chest pain and may result
in complications like pericardial
effusion and cardiac tamponade,
affecting patient outcomes. A 30-year-old
male with G6PD deficiency and asthma
presented with acute pleuritic chest
pain post-upper respiratory tract
infection. The evaluation revealed
muffled heart sounds, global ST
elevation on ECG, elevated CRP (119mg/L)
and troponin T (445ng/L). An echocardiogram
showed preserved left ventricular
systolic function and an MRI confirmed
acute myopericarditis. Colchicine
therapy was initiated but discontinued
after six weeks due to liver function
test abnormalities, following which
the patient made a full recovery.
This case emphasizes viral-triggered
pericarditis's presentation, stressing
early diagnosis and management.
Despite colchicine's temporary liver
impact, prompt treatment resulted
in full recovery, highlighting early
intervention's effectiveness in
avoiding complications. The authors
concluded that this case illustrates
the critical role of prompt diagnosis
and careful management in achieving
favorable patient outcomes.
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