1
|
Lemon M, Almutairi A, O'Connor M, Amin Y, Makanjee CR, Davidson R, Hayre CM, Lewis S. Radiographers' organisational commitment and occupational stress: First Covid-19 wave. Radiography (Lond) 2023; 29:1115-1120. [PMID: 37774578 DOI: 10.1016/j.radi.2023.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2023] [Revised: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/01/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Radiographers, like many health professionals, are in a high-risk group for succumbing to workplace demands beyond their ability to cope, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic resulting in occupational stress. Occupational stress has been linked to poor organisational commitment. Therefore, the purpose of this research was to evaluate radiographers' organisational commitment and occupational stress after the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS A mixed method approach entailed data collected from purposively sampled Australian radiographers working during the first COVID-19 wave. The quantitative phase used an online commitment questionnaire, and 21 semi-structured individual virtual interviews were conducted in the qualitative phase. Data interpretation and analysis used statistical and thematic approaches. RESULTS The quantitative data revealed a higher level of continuance than affective and normative commitment. Whereas the qualitative findings showed participants high levels of affective commitment to their occupation and, together with leadership support, working collectively towards a positive outcome. CONCLUSION Despite the variety of occupational stressors that arose during the COVID-19 crisis, Australian radiographers enjoy a high level of occupational and organisational commitment. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Radiographers' organisational commitment represents their emotional and psychological attachment to their workplace, and radiographers experiencing occupational stress represent high levels of psychosomatic distress and burnout. Therefore, considering radiographers' organisational commitment and occupational stress is essential in the delivery of services, quality of patient care and radiographers well-being.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M Lemon
- Department of Medical Radiation Science, University of Canberra; University Drive, Bruce, ACT 2617, Australia.
| | - A Almutairi
- Department of Medical Radiation Science, University of Canberra; University Drive, Bruce, ACT 2617, Australia.
| | - M O'Connor
- Department of Medical Radiation Science, University of Canberra; University Drive, Bruce, ACT 2617, Australia.
| | - Y Amin
- Department of Medical Radiation Science, University of Canberra; University Drive, Bruce, ACT 2617, Australia.
| | - C R Makanjee
- Department of Medical Radiation Science, University of Canberra; University Drive, Bruce, ACT 2617, Australia.
| | - R Davidson
- Department of Medical Radiation Science, University of Canberra; University Drive, Bruce, ACT 2617, Australia.
| | - C M Hayre
- Department of Health and Care Professions, University of Exeter, England, UK; College of Medicine and Health, Room 1.32, South Cloisters, UK.
| | - S Lewis
- Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Johannesburg, DFC Campus, JOB 6306a, Doornfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa.
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Alotaibe HF, Alolaiwi LA, Almutairi A, Alsubaie N, Badri M, Balaha MF, Khafagy ES, Alotaibi HF. Association between levothyroxine replacement therapy and osteoporosis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: a matched case-control study. Pharmazie 2022; 77:295-298. [PMID: 36273259 DOI: 10.1691/ph.2022.2436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
Abstract
Hypothyroidism is a common health problem among elder women. However, conflicting results were observed regarding the association between levothyroxine treatment and osteoporosis risk. Therefore, the current study aimed to evaluate the effect of levothyroxine replacement therapy on osteoporosis risk in the Saudi population. This study was a matched case-control study conducted from June to August 2020. Data were extracted from the electronic medical records and included sociodemographic, clinical characteristics, comorbid conditions, levothyroxine replacement therapy dose, duration, concomitant therapy, and bone mineral density. Cases were matched with controls (1:1 basis) by age; the study included 256 cases and 256 controls. In the multivariate conditional logistic regression analysis, thyroxine use was independently associated with an increased likelihood of osteoporosis. Therefore levothyroxine use in elderly females was associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis, and hence, clinicians must be aware of the levothyroxine replacement therapy outcomes in postmenopausal females at risk of osteoporosis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Haifa F Alotaibe
- Department of Family Medicine, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - L A Alolaiwi
- Department of Family Medicine, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - A Almutairi
- Department of Family Medicine, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - N Alsubaie
- Department of Family Medicine, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - M Badri
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the College of Public Health and Health Informatics, King Saud Bin Abdul-Aziz University of Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - M F Balaha
- Clinical Pharmacy Department, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia
| | - E-S Khafagy
- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-kharj, Saudi Arabia
| | - Hadil F Alotaibi
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Selim A, Omar A, Almubayi N, Alayed A, AlQahtani J, Almutairi A. What Are the Saudi Community Attitudes Towards Domestic Violence Against Women? A Cross-Sectional Study From Riyadh. J Transcult Nurs 2021; 33:475-483. [PMID: 34879784 DOI: 10.1177/10436596211057896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Culture and social norms shape attitudes towards domestic violence against women (DVAW). Attitudes accepting DVAW contribute to violence. There is scarce evidence about community attitudes towards DVAW in Saudi Arabia. The study explores the Saudi community attitudes towards DVAW. METHODS The study utilized a descriptive cross-sectional design using a self-report structured questionnaire to collect socio-demographic data and participants' attitudes towards DVAW. RESULTS The study sample included 831 Saudi participants, 414 females and 417 males, between 18 and 79 years old. The majority of participants (69.5%) showed rejection of DVAW. Women were five times more likely to reject DVAW than men (OR = 5.19, 95% CI [3.6-7.4]). Participants with pre-university education and lower living standards reported rejection of DVAW compared to their counterparts. DISCUSSION The results can help stakeholders develop strategies and awareness campaigns targeting different educational and living levels to minimize DVAW.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Abeer Selim
- Mansoura University, Faculty of Nursing, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Department, Egypt.,King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, College of Nursing, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Abeer Omar
- Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
| | - Nada Almubayi
- King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Aseel Alayed
- King Fahad Medical City (KFMC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Jamilah AlQahtani
- King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, College of Nursing, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.,King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Anwar Almutairi
- King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Cochrane GD, Christy JB, Almutairi A, Busettini C, van Heyningen HKK, Weise KK, Swanson MW, Gould SJ. Vestibular, Oculomotor, and Balance Functions in Children With and Without Concussion. J Head Trauma Rehabil 2021; 36:264-273. [PMID: 33656474 PMCID: PMC8249322 DOI: 10.1097/htr.0000000000000651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The main objective of this study was to assess whether objective vestibular, oculomotor, and balance functions were impaired in children with a current diagnosis of concussion with vestibular and/or ocular symptoms. SETTING Data were collected in a vestibular/ocular clinical laboratory. Patient participants were recruited from a concussion clinic in a children's hospital. PARTICIPANTS Thirty-three children aged 8 to 17 years with a current diagnosis of concussion and vestibular and/or ocular symptoms and 30 children without concussion. DESIGN Cross-sectional single-visit study. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Eye-tracking rotary chair oculomotor and vestibular measures, vestibular evoked potentials, and static posturography. RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences on any clinical measure between children with concussion and children without concussion. Younger children without concussion performed significantly worse on several rotary chair and balance measures compared with older children without concussion. CONCLUSIONS No vestibular, oculomotor, or balance measures were significantly different between children with concussion and children without concussion, suggesting these measures may not be useful in the evaluation of a child with concussion and vestibular and/or oculomotor symptoms. Future research should investigate age effects and other vestibular and oculomotor tests to identify objective findings that better relate to vestibular and/or ocular symptoms in children with concussion.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Graham D. Cochrane
- Medical Scientist Training Program, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, University of Alabama at Birmingham
| | - Jennifer B. Christy
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, University of Alabama at Birmingham
| | - Anwar Almutairi
- Department of Physical Therapy, Allied Health Sciences Center, Kuwait University
| | | | | | | | | | - Sara J. Gould
- Concussion Clinic, Children’s of Alabama
- Division of Orthopedics, Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Pinninti S, Christy J, Almutairi A, Cochrane G, Fowler KB, Boppana S. Vestibular, Gaze, and Balance Disorders in Asymptomatic Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection. Pediatrics 2021; 147:peds.2019-3945. [PMID: 33419867 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2019-3945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is the leading nongenetic cause of sensorineural hearing loss and developmental disabilities. Because there are limited data from studies of vestibular involvement in select groups of children with cCMV, the true frequency of vestibular disorders in cCMV is likely underestimated. Our objective for this study is to determine the prevalence of vestibular, gaze, and balance disorders in a cohort of children with asymptomatic cCMV. METHODS Comprehensive vestibular, gaze, and balance assessments were performed in 40 children with asymptomatic cCMV. The function of semicircular canals of the inner ear and vestibulo-visual tract were assessed by measuring vestibulo-ocular reflex in a computer-driven motorized rotary chair; inner ear saccular function was assessed by using cervical vestibular evoked myogenic potential; gaze stability during head movement was assessed by using clinical dynamic visual acuity, and balance was assessed by using the sensory organization test and the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Second Edition. Test results for each variable were compared with those of a control group without cCMV and/or compared to age-matched normative published data. RESULTS Vestibular disorders were evident in 45% of the cohort on the basis of rotary chair and cervical vestibular evoked myogenic potential testing, suggesting abnormalities in semicircular canals, the utricle and saccule of the inner ear, and vestibulo-visual tracts. Additionally, 46% of the cohort had difficulties maintaining gaze during head movement, and one-third to one-half of the cohort had difficulties maintaining balance. CONCLUSIONS Vestibular, gaze, and balance disorders are highly prevalent in children with asymptomatic cCMV. Systematic screening for vestibular disorders will be used to determine the full clinical impact for the development of effective interventions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | | | | | - Suresh Boppana
- Departments of Pediatrics.,Microbiology, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Almutairi A, Al-Jumah M. Multiple sclerosis associated with systemic sclerosis (Scleroderma): Case report. J Neurol Sci 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2019.10.780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
|
7
|
Alharbi T, Alzahrani N, Bashir S, Amper A, Almutairi A. Clinical profile and outcome of patients with myasthenia gravis, post-thymectomy versus non-thymectomy. A 10-year retrospective study in a tertiary care hospital. J Neurol Sci 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2019.10.825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
|
8
|
Cochrane GD, Christy JB, Almutairi A, Busettini C, Swanson MW, Weise KK. Visuo-oculomotor Function and Reaction Times in Athletes with and without Concussion. Optom Vis Sci 2019; 96:256-265. [PMID: 30907863 PMCID: PMC6445703 DOI: 10.1097/opx.0000000000001364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
Abstract
SIGNIFICANCE Oculomotor tests in concussion commonly show impairment in smooth pursuit and saccadic function. Honing in on the systems likely to be affected by concussion will streamline use of oculomotor function as a supplemental diagnostic and prognostic tool, as well as improve our understanding of the pathophysiology of concussion. PURPOSE This study investigates oculomotor function between concussed and healthy collegiate athletes and determines measurement test-retest reliability of those tools. METHODS Eighty-seven healthy athletes were recruited from a U.S. Division 1 sports university and completed a 30-minute vestibular ocular testing battery in an enclosed rotary chair system equipped with 100-Hz eye-tracking goggles. Forty-three individuals completed the battery twice. Twenty-eight individuals with a current diagnosis of concussion also completed the battery. All participants were aged 18 to 24 years. Bivariate statistical tests examined differences in scores across groups, and intraclass coefficients were computed to test reliability. RESULTS Concussed individuals had significantly longer saccadic, visual, and dual-task reaction times and reduced saccadic accuracy. There was no difference in optokinetic reflex gain, but few concussed individuals tolerated the task. Reaction time latencies and optokinetic gain show moderate test-retest reliability. Smooth pursuit tasks and saccadic accuracies showed poor test-retest reliability. CONCLUSIONS Saccadic latency was the most sensitive oculomotor function to change after concussion and was reliable over time. Saccadic accuracy was significantly lower in the concussed group but had poor retest reliability. Optokinetic gain may warrant more investigation because of its high test-retest reliability and symptom provocation in concussion, despite not showing a significant difference between groups.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Jennifer B Christy
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Anwar Almutairi
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Claudio Busettini
- Department of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
- Vision Science Research Center, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Mark W Swanson
- Department of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Katherine K Weise
- Department of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Almutairi A, Claeys A, Bahadoran P, Brun P, Guardoli D, Freychet F, Hakimi S, Sebbag N, Lacour JP, Passeron T. Acquired linear hyperpigmentation of the lips - a new entity? J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2019; 33:e230-e231. [PMID: 30719768 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- A Almutairi
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Nice, Department of Dermatology, Université Nice Côte d'Azur, Nice, France
| | - A Claeys
- Private Dermatological Center, Grenoble, France
| | - P Bahadoran
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Nice, Department of Dermatology, Université Nice Côte d'Azur, Nice, France
| | - P Brun
- Private Dermatological Center, Cannes, France
| | - D Guardoli
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Nice, Department of Dermatology, Université Nice Côte d'Azur, Nice, France.,Private Dermatological Center 1, Nice, France
| | - F Freychet
- Private Dermatological Center 2, Nice, France
| | - S Hakimi
- Private Dermatological Center 3, Nice, France
| | - N Sebbag
- Private Dermatological Center 4, Nice, France
| | - J-P Lacour
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Nice, Department of Dermatology, Université Nice Côte d'Azur, Nice, France
| | - T Passeron
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Nice, Department of Dermatology, Université Nice Côte d'Azur, Nice, France.,INSERM U1065, C3M, Team 12, Université Nice Côte d'Azur, Nice, France
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Abstract
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a nonprogressive permanent brain injury that causes an impairment of movement and posture. This scoping review aimed to answer the following questions: (1) "What is the status of oculomotor function in children with CP?" (2) "What is the status of vestibular function (i.e., gaze stability, perception of vertical, vestibular-related balance abilities) in children with CP?" Using Arksey's and O'Malley's five-stage framework, we searched six online databases for relevant articles. The inclusion criteria were: (1) participants of the studies included individuals with CP; (2) a primary outcome in the studies was measurement of oculomotor, vestibular, and/or balance; (3) studies were published within the past 20 years; and (4) the participants in the studies were between 0 and 21 years of age. Twenty-one articles were found that described impairments in oculomotor function ( n = 9), vestibular function ( n = 1), and oculomotor and vestibular integration ( n = 11) in children with CP. The evidence suggests that children with CP may have altered saccadic and smooth pursuit eye movements, abnormal saccular function, poor eye-hand coordination, and abnormal use of vestibular information for balance. Future studies should explore peripheral and central vestibular function using reliable and valid methods for this population. This scoping review demonstrated a paucity of rigorous and objective research to describe the status of oculomotor and vestibular function in children with CP. However, preliminary studies suggest that more research is warranted.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anwar Almutairi
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Jennifer Braswell Christy
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Professions, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| | - Laura Vogtle
- Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health Professions, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Almutairi A, Bahadoran P, Lacour JP. Mycosis fongoïde hyperpigmenté réticulaire imitant le tableau clinique de la capillarite purpurique avec séquelle postpigmentaire. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annder.2017.09.458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
|
12
|
Abstract
Cardiovascular disease, including myocardial infarction (MI) and peripheral artery disease (PAD), afflicts millions of people in Unites States. Current therapies are insufficient to restore blood flow and repair the injured heart or skeletal muscle, respectively, which is subjected to ischemic damage following vessel occlusion. Micro- and nano-particles are being designed as delivery vehicles for growth factors, enzymes and/or small molecules to provide a sustained therapeutic stimulus at the injured tissue. Depending on the formulation, the particles can be injected directly into the heart or skeletal muscle, or accumulate at the site of injury following an intravenous injection. In this article we review existing particle based therapies for treating MI and PAD.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S Suarez
- Department of Bioengineering and Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, United States
| | - A Almutairi
- Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and KACST UCSD Center of Excellence in Nanomedicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, United States
| | - K L Christman
- Department of Bioengineering and Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California, United States
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Abumaree MH, Almutairi A, Cash S, Boeuf P, Chamley LW, Gamage T, James JL, Kalionis B, Khong TY, Kolahi KS, Lim R, Liong S, Morgan TK, Motomura K, Peiris HN, Pelekanos RA, Pelzer E, Shafiee A, Lash GE, Natale D. IFPA meeting 2015 workshop report IV: placenta and obesity; stem cells of the feto-maternal interface; placental immunobiology and infection. Placenta 2016; 48 Suppl 1:S17-S20. [PMID: 27506263 DOI: 10.1016/j.placenta.2016.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2016] [Accepted: 08/01/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
Abstract
Workshops are an important part of the IFPA annual meeting as they allow for discussion of specialised topics. At the 2015 IFPA annual meeting there were 12 themed workshops, three of which are summarized in this report. These workshops related to various aspects of placental biology and collectively covered areas of obesity and the placenta, stem cells of the feto-maternal interface, and placental immunobiology and infection.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M H Abumaree
- King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences/King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - A Almutairi
- King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences/King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - S Cash
- School of Medicine, University of Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
| | - P Boeuf
- Burnet Institute, Melbourne, Australia
| | - L W Chamley
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, FMHS, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
| | - T Gamage
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, FMHS, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
| | - J L James
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, FMHS, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
| | - B Kalionis
- Department of Perinatal Medicine, Royal Women's Hospital, Parkville, Melbourne, Australia; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Melbourne, Australia
| | - T Y Khong
- Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, Australia
| | - K S Kolahi
- Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Center for Developmental Health, Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USA
| | - R Lim
- The Ritchie Centre, Hudson Institute of Medical Research and Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Monash University, Clayton, Australia
| | - S Liong
- Department of Perinatal Medicine, Royal Women's Hospital, Parkville, Melbourne, Australia; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Melbourne, Australia; Mercy Perinatal Research Centre, Mercy Hospital for Women, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia
| | - T K Morgan
- Departments of Pathology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, USA
| | - K Motomura
- National Research Institute for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan
| | - H N Peiris
- Centre for Clinical Diagnostics, University of Queensland Centre for Clinical Research, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
| | - R A Pelekanos
- The University of Queensland, UQ Centre for Clinical Research, Experimental Fetal Medicine Group, Herston, Australia
| | - E Pelzer
- Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
| | - A Shafiee
- The University of Queensland, UQ Centre for Clinical Research, Experimental Fetal Medicine Group, Herston, Australia
| | - G E Lash
- Guangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou, China.
| | - D Natale
- Reproductive Medicine, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Abumaree MH, Abomaray FM, Alshehri NA, Almutairi A, AlAskar AS, Kalionis B, Al Jumah MA. Phenotypic and Functional Characterization of Mesenchymal Stem/Multipotent Stromal Cells From Decidua Parietalis of Human Term Placenta. Reprod Sci 2016; 23:1193-207. [PMID: 26902429 DOI: 10.1177/1933719116632924] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
Abstract
Mesenchymal stem/multipotent stromal cells (MSCs) from the human placenta show stem cell-like properties useful for regenerative medicine. Previously, we reported that MSCs isolated from the fetal part of human term placentae have characteristics, which make them a potential candidate for regenerative medicine. In this study, we characterized MSC isolated from the maternal part of human term placenta. The MSCs were isolated from the decidua parietalis (DPMSCs) of human placenta using a digestion method and characterized by colony-forming unit assay and the expression of MSC markers by flow cytometry technique. In addition, DPMSC differentiation into the 3 mesenchymal lineages was also performed. Moreover, the gene and protein expression profiles of DPMSCs were identified by real-time polymerase chain reaction and flow cytometry techniques, respectively. Furthermore, proteins secreted by DPMSCs were detected by sandwich enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. Finally, the proliferation and migration potentials of DPMSCs were also determined. The DPMSCs were positive for MSC markers and negative for hematopoietic and endothelial markers, as well as costimulatory molecules and HLA-DR. Functionally, DPMSCs formed colonies and differentiated into chondrocytes, osteocytes, and adipocytes. In addition, they proliferated and migrated in response to different stimuli. Finally, they expressed and secreted many biological and immunological factors with multiple functions. Here, we carry out an extensive characterization of DPMSCs of human placenta. We report that these cells express and secrete a wide range of molecules with multiple functions, and therefore, we suggest that these cells could be an attractive candidate for cell-based therapy.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mohamed H Abumaree
- College of Science and Health Professions, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - F M Abomaray
- King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden Center for Hematology and Regenerative Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - N A Alshehri
- King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - A Almutairi
- College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - A S AlAskar
- King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - B Kalionis
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia Department of Perinatal Medicine Pregnancy Research Centre, Royal Women's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
| | - M A Al Jumah
- King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Alfarag A, Almutairi A, Alenzi F, Alotaibi A, Mohammed EY. Patients satisfaction about health care services provided by primary health care centres in Majmaah City, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia. HAMDAN MEDICAL JOURNAL 2015. [DOI: 10.7707/hmj.561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
|
16
|
Alhindi T, Almutairi A, Aldajani M, Alzahrani M. Frequency of using non-prescribed medication among the community of Majmaah City. HAMDAN MEDICAL JOURNAL 2015. [DOI: 10.7707/hmj.552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
|