Validity of Cardiac Markers as Diagnostic and Prognostic Indicators of Complications in Patients undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Te aim of this study was to assess the diagnostic and prognostic value of heart-type fatty acid-binding protein (H-FABP) in elective percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and compare it with standard cardiac markers...

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Marfan Syndrome Correct diagnosis can save lives

Marfan syndrome is a heritable disorder of the connective tissue that affects many systems of the body. However, the most serious complication in patients with Marfan syndrome is progressive enlargement of the aortic...

A Case of Disseminated Tuberculosis with Adrenal Insuffciency

We present the case of a 37 year-old female who had disseminated tuberculosis (TB) with bilateral adrenal involvement resulting in primary adrenal failure (Addison’s disease) with refractory hyponatraemia and possible...

Knowledge and Attitudes Towards Basic Life Support Among Health Students at a Saudi Women’s University

Objectives: Awareness of basic life support (BLS) is paramount to ensure the provision of essential life-saving medical care in emergency situations. Tis study aimed to measure knowledge of BLS and attitudes towards BL...