Objectives: Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a potentially fatal condition among hospitalised patients, with a prevalence of approximately 1.0%. PE is associated with high morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to identify patient characteristics and risk factors related to the development, recurrence, and mortality of PE …
Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare clinicopathological condition characterised by mucin-producing peritoneal and omental deposits with an estimated incidence of 1--2 cases per million per year. We report a 42-year-old female patient who presented to a tertiary care hospital in Muscat, Oman, in 2023 due to a 7-year …
Objectives: Mortality data is essential for global health policy and sustainable development goals, yet errors in death notifications, often exceeding 50%, challenge its accuracy. This is largely due to the lack of formal training among physicians and medical coders in issuing death notifications. This study conducting …
Objectives: This study aimed to assess the mortality rate and related factors in dengue fever (DF) patients. Additionally, it will outline the clinical and biochemical characteristics and treatments administered to confirmed cases. Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study included DF patients who presented to …
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and clinical significance of elevated peripheral blood eosinophil (PBE) counts in hospitalised patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) in Oman. An elevated PBE count during AECOPD is a potential predictor of treatment res …
Artificial intelligence (AI), defined as the simulation of human intelligence processes by computer systems, has invaded many industries, including medicine. AI holds significant promise in healthcare, with the potential to enhance diagnostics, treatment, and patient care. However, like any groundbreaking technology, i …