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Alwhaibi RM, Almuwais AK, Alotaibi M, AlTaleb HM, Alsamiri SM, Khan R. Health beliefs of unmarried adult Saudi individuals toward safe marriage and the role of premarital screening in avoiding consanguinity: a nationwide cross-sectional study. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1379326. [PMID: 38962764 PMCID: PMC11219822 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1379326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024] Open
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Introduction Premarital screening (PMS) is an essential global measure that seeks to reduce the occurrence of specific genetic disorders and sexually transmitted diseases common in consanguineous marriages. Due to the lack of a nationwide study, this research was designed to comprehend how unmarried individuals perceive the risks and benefits of PMS. Method A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online questionnaire distributed through different social media platforms, responses from the native adult population (18-49 years) Saudi Arabia was only included in the study. The questionnaire was based on the Health Belief Model (HBM) to assessing seven different constructs including susceptibility, seriousness, benefits-, barriers-, & cues- to action, self-efficacy, and social acceptance. Data frequency was represented by mean and standard deviation; chi-square and t-tests were conducted for the comparison of independent and dependent variables. A multinomial logistic regression was used to predict factors influencing decisions related to PMS. Results 1,522 participants completed the survey, mostly 18-25 years old and most of them were women. The majority were single with 85 men and 1,370 women. Most participants (59.6%) believed their parents were related, while 40.5% did not. 122 respondents reported they had to marry within their tribe. Findings revealed significant correlations among all HBM themes, with varying strengths. Notably, a moderate positive relationship was found between the perception of benefits and cues to action, suggesting that enhancing the perceived benefits of PMS could facilitate safe marriage practices. Multinomial regression analysis revealed that demographic factors and health beliefs significantly influence individuals' intentions and behaviors toward PMS and safe marriage. Conclusion The study concludes that by identifying and addressing barriers, and promoting positive social acceptance, PMS can significantly contribute to preventing genetic diseases and promoting safe marriage practices, although the cross-sectional design limits the establishment of causal relationships and further research is needed.
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- Reem M. Alwhaibi
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Basic Health Sciences, Deanship of Preparatory Year for the Health Colleges, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Alamoudi RA, Sabbagh HJ, Zeinalddin M, Al-Batayneh OB, Al Bulushi T, AboulHassan MA, Koraitim M, Alkharafi L, Almuqbali B, Alghamdi SM, Bahdila D, Refahee SM, Quritum M, Taqi FF, Albassam B, Ayed M, Embaireeg A, Alnahdi R, AlSharif MT, Aljohar AJ, Abdulhameed FD, Alrejaye NS, Viswapurna PS, Al Halasa T, Basri OA, Bataineh MA, Tantawi ME. COVID-19 vaccine and non-syndromic orofacial clefts in five arab countries. A case-control study. Clin Oral Investig 2024; 28:357. [PMID: 38839609 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-024-05744-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Risk factors for non-syndromic orofacial cleft (NSOFCs) include genetic profile and environmental exposure to medication and illnesses during pregnancy. We assessed the association between the COVID-19 vaccination and the incidence of NSOFC across five Middle Eastern countries. MATERIALS AND METHODS This multi-country, hospital-based, case-control study included infants with NSOFCs whose first 3 intrauterine months coincided with the time when pregnant women were allowed to receive COVID-19 vaccination in the countries participating in the study. Newborns with NSOFCs were examined for cleft type and their parents were interviewed for maternal exposures and COVID-19 vaccination. Controls were newborns matched to cases in gender and setting. RESULTS The study recruited 977 (348 children with NSOFCs and 629 controls). Maternal use of nicotine (Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR): 2.437; P = 0.044) and family history of NSOFC (AOR: 11.059; P < 0.001) increased significantly the AOR of having a child with NSOFC. On the other hand, COVID-19 vaccine administration to pregnant mothers have significantly decreased the AOR of having a child with NSOFC (AOR: 0.337; P = 0.006). CONCLUSION This study suggests that COVID-19 vaccination is not related to NSOFC and might protect against having a child affected with such a congenital anomaly. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The finding of this study is important for healthcare providers for considering COVID-19 vaccination for pregnant woman. Clear communication and education about the potential risks and benefits would be crucial for informed decision-making. The study's results would directly impact pregnant individuals, as they would need accurate information to make informed decisions about their health and the health of their infants.
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- Rana A Alamoudi
- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, PO Box 80200, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, PO Box 80200, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Orthodontics, Pediatric and Community Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, PO Box 27272, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Preventive Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Jordan University of Science & Technology, Irbid, 22110, Jordan
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- Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Cleft and Craniofacial Unit, Ministry of Health, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Ministry of Health, Bisha, 67711, Saudi Arabia
- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Bisha Dental Centre, Ministry of Health, Bisha, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, PO Box 80200, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of General Dentistry, Ministry of Health, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Department of General Dentistry, Ministry of Health, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Neonatal Department, Maternity Hospital-Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Neonatal Department, Maternity Hospital-Kuwait, Kuwait City, Kuwait
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- Department of Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Dentistry, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Surgery Department, King Salman Medical City, Maternity and Children's Hospital, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, College of Dentistry, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Preventive Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Jordan University of Science & Technology, Irbid, 22110, Jordan
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- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science & Technology, Irbid, 22110, Jordan
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Al-Homood IA, Alajlan M, Alberdisi M, Alturki M, Ahmed AA, Zakaria N. Effectiveness of secukinumab in patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis in a Saudi real-world setting. Adv Rheumatol 2024; 64:34. [PMID: 38685124 DOI: 10.1186/s42358-024-00371-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Psoriasis (PsO) is an immune-mediated chronic inflammatory disease that results in severe outcomes that impact the patient's quality of life and work productivity. We investigated the effectiveness of secukinumab in patients with chronic plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) over a 12-month period. METHODS This was a longitudinal, retrospective study of the medical records of 81 patients with psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis who had been treated with secukinumab for at least 12 weeks. RESULTS The Psoriasis Area Severity Index (PASI), Body Surface Area (BSA) percentage, and Dermatology Quality of Life Index (DLQI) among patients with PsO and PsO-PsA showed a statistically significant decrease from baseline over 12 months by approximately 9.86, 19.3%, and 9.7, respectively (p values < 0.001 for each). Moreover, there was a statistically significant decrease in the overall Disease Activity in Psoriatic Arthritis score (DAPSA) by approximately 22.35 from baseline over 12 months of treatment (p < 0.001). Considering the patients who started secukinumab 12 months or more prior to the study cutoff date, the 12-month retention rate was 85%. CONCLUSION In a Saudi real-world setting, secukinumab proved to be an efficient medication with high efficacy and retention rates.
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- Ibrahim A Al-Homood
- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Specialities Department, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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- Dermatology Department, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Specialities Department, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Immunology Medical Affairs, Novartis, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Immunology Medical Affairs, Novartis, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Immunology Medical Affairs, Novartis, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Khojah I, Muthaffar O, Alalawi H, Alyazidi A, Alghamdi M, Alharbi O, Almuharib L, Salem M. Neuro-pediatric emergencies: clinical profile and outcomes. J Med Life 2024; 17:432-441. [PMID: 39071508 PMCID: PMC11282903 DOI: 10.25122/jml-2023-0476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024] Open
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Pediatric neurological emergencies are a significant concern, often leading to high rates of admission to pediatric intensive care units and increased mortality rates. In Saudi Arabia, the emergency department (ED) is the main entry point for most patients in the healthcare system. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of pediatric neurology visits to the ED, analyzing patient demographics, clinical presentations, and outcomes. The retrospective study was conducted at a large tertiary care center and examined 960 pediatric patients with neurological emergencies out of 24,088 pediatric ED visits. The study population consisted mainly of male participants (56.5%) and 43.5% female participants, with a mean age of 5.29 ± 4.19 years. School-age children (6-12 years) represented the largest population group (29.1%), and over a third of patients were triaged as 'resuscitation' (n = 332, 34.6%). Seizures (n = 317, 33.0%) and postictal states (n = 187, 19.5%) were the most common reasons for seeking emergency care, accounting for over half of all cases. There were statistically significant differences in provisional diagnosis and chief complaints across different age groups (P >0.001 and P <0.001, respectively). The most common outcome was discharge (n = 558; 58.1%), and the mean length of stay was 10.56 ± 20.33 hours. Neuro-emergencies in pediatrics are a concern and a leading cause of mortality, morbidities, and increased hospital visits. The observed variations in presentation and outcomes across age groups further emphasize the importance of tailored approaches.
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- Imad Khojah
- Department of Emergency Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatrics Neurology, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Qassim University, Al-Mulida, Saudi Arabia
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- National Guard Riyadh, King Abdullah Specialist Children Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Qassim University, Al-Mulida, Saudi Arabia
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Jameel T, Baig M, Murad MA, Gazzaz ZJ, Mal Y, Alyoubi WE, Alyoubi GH, Alaslani ST, Alshuaibi HA, Nawaz A, Alkaabi T. Consanguineous marriages, premarital screening, and genetic testing: a survey among Saudi university students. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1328300. [PMID: 38577288 PMCID: PMC10993994 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1328300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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Background Marriage among cousins or close relatives, i.e., consanguinity, is prevalent in many parts of the world, especially the Muslim world. Across civilizations, cultural norms, religious beliefs, and economic factors affect consanguineous marriages (CMs); however, such marriages have social, genetic, and health repercussions. The present study investigated the university students' attitudes regarding CMs and factors influencing their attitudes at King Abdulaziz University (KAU), Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Methods This cross-sectional prospective study was conducted at KAU Jeddah in 2023. The questionnaire was distributed via electronic media (Emails, Facebook Messenger & WhatsApp). The convenience sampling technique was used to select participants, and descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data on SPSS-26. Results A total of 1707 university students were part of the study (females, 1,198, 70.2%; males, 509, 29.8%). Almost half of the participants, 819 (48.0%), had parents with CMs. Most of the participants, 1,391 (81.5%), had CMs in the family. Half of the participants disagreed that parents consider marriage stable due to high compatibility and the same social relationship before and after marriage. About one-third of respondents said parents believe family marriage transmits cultural values and continuity and keeps wealth in the family. More than three-fourths of the participants stated that if marriage is arranged with first cousins, they will opt for genetic analysis (82.5%) and premarital counseling (85.2%). The personal attitudes of females (p < 0.001), undergraduate (p = 0.02), and health sciences students (p = 0.02) were more positive than their counterparts. Males (OR = 0.41; p < 0.001) and non-health sciences students (OR = 0.68; p = 0.01) were less likely to have significant positive attitudes than their counterparts. Among participants who had CM parents, males (OR = 0.397; p < 0.001) and non-health sciences students (OR = 0.60; p = 0.01) and urban residents (OR = 0.59; p = 0.01) had significantly lower odds of having a positive attitude than their counterparts. Conclusion The practice of CMs is still prevalent in Saudi culture, with almost half of the participants having CM parents and the majority reporting these marriages in their families. Personal attitudes toward CMs were extremely positive. Most students prefer genetic testing and premarital counseling if marrying first cousins. Gender, faculty, parental income, and educational background influenced participants' attitudes.
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- Tahir Jameel
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine in Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical Students, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical Students, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical Students, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- SHO, Gold Coast University Hospital, Southport, QLD, Australia
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- Medical Students, Faculty of Medicine Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Khayat AM, Alshareef BG, Alharbi SF, AlZahrani MM, Alshangity BA, Tashkandi NF. Consanguineous Marriage and Its Association With Genetic Disorders in Saudi Arabia: A Review. Cureus 2024; 16:e53888. [PMID: 38465157 PMCID: PMC10924896 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.53888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Consanguineous marriages, where spouses are related by blood, have been a longstanding practice in human history. The primary medical concern with consanguineous marriages is the increased risk of genetic disorders. When closely related individuals reproduce, there is a higher probability that both parents carry the same genetic mutation. In Arab countries, especially Saudi Arabia, the rate of consanguineous marriage is high compared with Western European and Asian countries. This high rate is directly proportionate with elevated risk of genetic disorders, including congenital heart diseases, renal diseases, and rare blood disorders. Additionally, it was noted that the rate of negative postnatal outcomes is higher in consanguineous marriages compared with the general population. These observations indicate the necessity of tackling this area and highlighting the consequences of this practice. In this review, we aim to discuss the current evidence regarding the association between consanguineous marriages and genetic disorders in Saudi Arabia.
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- Biotechnology, College of Science, Taif University, Taif, SAU
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- Medical Research, College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, SAU
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Sabbagh HJ, Alghamdi SM, Abdulhameed FD, Alhussain RM, Alrejaye NS, AlGudaibi LY, Sallout BI, Albaqawi BS, Alnamnakani EA, Brekeit LK, Alsharif MT, Alshaikh AB, Almalik MI, Aburiziza AJ, Al Soqih NS, Alqhtani FA, Alghamdi BM, Alraddadi AK, Aljohar AJ, Basri OA, Alamoudi RA. Incidence of non-syndromic orofacial cleft during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:2538. [PMID: 38114928 PMCID: PMC10729427 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-17270-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This is the first national study to investigate the incidence of non-syndromic oro-facial clefts (NSOFC) and Pierre-Robin-Sequence in Saudi Arabia over the Covid-19 pandemic period. METHODS All maternity hospitals (30-hospitals) in the major regions and cities of Saudi from November 2020-to-2021 were included in the study. Patients were evaluated for cleft phenotype using the LASHAL-classification system. The incidence of NSOFC in Saudi Arabia was calculated by comparing the number of NSOFCs cases born out of all live births during the study period at the included hospitals. Clinical examination was performed and information was gathered using a validated data collection form. RESULTS In one year, 140,380 live-infants were born at the selected hospitals. Of these, 177 were diagnosed with NSOFC giving an incidence of 1.26/1,000 live-births in Saudi Arabia and the highest incidence in Medina city (2.46/1000 live-births). The incidence of cleft lip-and-palate (0.67/1000 live-births) was higher than that of cleft-palate (0.37/1000 live-births) and cleft-lip (0.22/1000 live-births). Pierre-Robin Sequence incidence was (0.04/1000 live-births). There were 21(12.1) or 23(13.2%) of NSOFC's mothers exposed or vaccinated with Covid-19, respectively. CONCLUSION The national incidence of NSOFC in Saudi Arabia was 1.26/1000 live births with variation between phenotypes and regions in the country. In addition, to reporting Covid-19 infection prevalence and vaccine exposure among NSOFC's mothers, this study represents the first of its type to evaluate NSOFC prevalence in Saudi Arabia on a national level.
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- Heba Jafar Sabbagh
- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, 21589, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Bisha Dental Centre, Ministry of Health, Bisha, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Surgery Department, King Salman Medical City, Maternity and Children's Hospital, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Dammam Medical Complex, Eastern health cluster, Eastern Province, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthodontics, King Abdullah International Medical Research CenterConsultant in Craniofacial Orthodontics, Department of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz Medical City, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, College of Dentistry, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Saudi Board of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Program, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, College of Dentistry; King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Women's Specialized Hospital, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Maternal Fetal Medicine, Women's Specialized Hospital, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Dental Public Health, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Saudi Board of pediatric dentistry, Riyadh Elm University, College of Dentistry, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatrics, Qassim University, College of Medicine, Buraidah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry Department, King Khalid University, Faculty of Dentistry, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Dentistry, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, 21589, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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Alshammary AF, Alsobaie SF, Alageel AA, Aldakheel FM, Ansar S, Alrashoudi R, Farzan R, Alturki NA, Alhaizan MA, Al-Mutawa J, Ali Khan I. Molecular Role of Asn680Ser and Asp37Glu Missense Variants in Saudi Women with Female Infertility and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2023; 45:5494-5514. [PMID: 37504264 PMCID: PMC10378235 DOI: 10.3390/cimb45070348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Revised: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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Female infertility (FI) is a global health issue. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of FI. The renalase gene (RNLS) is associated with FI and other human diseases. Based on the documented missense variants, rs6166 and rs2296545 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were not identified in Saudi women with FI and PCOS. This study aimed to investigate the molecular role of the two SNPs in Saudi women with FI and PCOS. In this cross-sectional study, 96 healthy controls, 96 women with FI, and 96 women with PCOS were recruited. DNA was isolated, and polymerase chain reactions and Sanger sequencing analysis were performed using rs6166 and rs2296545 SNPs. The data obtained from the three groups were used to perform statistical analyses based on genotype, allele frequencies, regression models, and ANOVA analysis. Both rs6166 and rs2296545 had no role in FI or PCOS in Saudi women. A predicted reason for non-association in Saudi women could be the role of elderly women in the controls compared with women with FI and PCOS. Moreover, age, weight, and body mass index were higher in the control group than the FI and PCOS groups. In conclusion, rs6166 and rs2296545 SNPs were not associated with FI or PCOS in Saudi women.
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- Amal F Alshammary
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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