scholarly journals Prevalence of asthma symptoms and associated risk factors among adults in Saudi Arabia: A national survey from Global Asthma Network Phase Ⅰ

2022 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 100623
Author(s):  
Shaker A. Alomary ◽  
Ahmed J. Al Madani ◽  
Wael A. Althagafi ◽  
Izzeldin F. Adam ◽  
Omneya E. Elsherif ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
National Survey ◽  
Asthma Symptoms ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

scholarly journals Hypertension and Its Associated Risk Factors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2013: A National Survey

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charbel El Bcheraoui ◽  
Ziad A. Memish ◽  
Marwa Tuffaha ◽  
Farah Daoud ◽  
Margaret Robinson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
National Survey ◽  
Current Data ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Borderline Hypertension ◽  
Logistic Regressions ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

Current data on hypertension in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are lacking. We conducted a national survey to inform decision-makers on the current magnitude of the epidemic. We measured systolic and diastolic blood pressure of 10,735 Saudis aged 15 years or older and interviewed them through a national multistage survey. We used multivariate logistic regressions to describe sociodemographic characteristics and risk factors of hypertensive, borderline hypertensive, and undiagnosed hypertensive Saudis. We found that 15.2% and 40.6% of Saudis were hypertensive or borderline hypertensive, respectively. Risk of hypertension increased among men, with age, obesity, diabetes, and hypercholesterolemia. 57.8% of hypertensive Saudis were undiagnosed. These were more likely to be male, older, and diagnosed with diabetes. Among participants diagnosed with hypertension, 78.9% reported taking medication for their condition. About 45% of participants on medication for hypertension had their blood pressure controlled. The prevalence of hypertension and borderline hypertension is very high in Saudi Arabia. Moreover, control of hypertension is poor. With the majority of hypertensive Saudis being unaware of their condition, a national plan is needed to increase utilization of freely available screening, preventive, and medical services.

Causes and associated risk factors of heart failure patients in Aljouf region of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 185-189
Author(s):  
Md Sheikh ◽  
Manahel Alotaibi ◽  
Nouf Almutairi ◽  
Eid Aljohani ◽  
Omar Alruwaili ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Heart Failure Patients ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

Prevalence of abdominal aorta aneurysm and associated risk factors in Abha city, Saudi Arabia

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 133
Author(s):  
Abdullah Alhaizaey ◽  
Ahmed Azazy ◽  
Mohammed Asiry ◽  
Mohammed Alsayed ◽  
Mustafa Abbass ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Abdominal Aorta ◽  
Abdominal Aorta Aneurysm ◽  
Aorta Aneurysm ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

scholarly journals Vitamin D Deficiency and Associated Risk Factors in Women from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nora A. AlFaris ◽  
Nora M. AlKehayez ◽  
Fatema I. AlMushawah ◽  
AbdulRhman N. AlNaeem ◽  
Nadia D. AlAmri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Hypovitaminosis D ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

AbstractVitamin D deficiency is an epidemic public health problem worldwide. It is common in the Middle East and is more severe in women. This cross-sectional study was conducted to assess vitamin D deficiency and associated risk factors in women living in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) was measured in 166 women aged 30–65 years. Socio-demographic, lifestyle and health status characteristics, as well as intake of selected dietary supplements, were collected. Weight and height were measured. Vitamin D deficiency (25(OH)D < 20 ng/mL) was reported in 60.2% of participants. Mean of serum 25(OH)D was 20.7 ng/mL. Older age and taking the supplements of vitamin D, multi-vitamins or calcium were identified as factors that associated with a lower risk of hypovitaminosis D. A national strategy is needed to control a hypovitaminosis D crisis in Saudi Arabia. This could be accomplished by raising public awareness regarding vitamin D, regulating and enhancing vitamin D fortification and supplementation and screening vitamin D status among women at high risk.

The Prevalence and Relationship between Periodontal Disease and Pre-term Low Birth Weight Infants at King Khalid University Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2004 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 40-56 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sameer Abdullah Mokeem ◽  
Ghadeer Nabeel Molla ◽  
Thikriat Saleh Al-Jewair
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Periodontal Disease ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Low Birth Weight Infants ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Associated Risk Factors ◽  
Periodontal Indices

Abstract The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence and relationship between periodontal disease and preterm low birth weight (PLBW) among Saudi mothers at King Khalid University Hospital (KKUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The periodontal status and the relative risk were also analyzed. The study consisted of 30 cases [infants <37 weeks and/or weighing ≥2.500 kilograms (kg)] and a daily random sample of 60 controls [≥37 weeks and/or weighing >2.500 kg]. Clinical periodontal indices were measured on the labor wards. Associated risk factors for periodontal disease and PLBW were ascertained by means of a structured questionnaire and maternal notes. The prevalence of the PLBW was found to be 11.3%, and the prevalence of periodontal disease was high among the study population. The risk of PLBW remained high with increasing periodontal disease (odds ratio [OR] 4.21, 95% confident interval [CI] 1.99-8.93) despite controlling the other risk factors such as age, smoking, and social class. In conclusion, there is a correlation between periodontal disease and PLBW in KKUH. Citation Mokeem SA, Molla GN, Al-Jewair TS. The Prevalence and Relationship between Periodontal Disease and Pre-term Low Birth Weight Infants at King Khalid University Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. J Contemp Dent Pract 2004 May;(5)2:040-056.

scholarly journals The Prevalence of Hypovitaminosis D and Its Associated Risk Factors Among Women of Reproductive Age in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 1179562X1876788 ◽  
Author(s):  
Riyadh A Alzaheb
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Hypovitaminosis D ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Vitamin D Status ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

Vitamin D deficiency is currently a worldwide epidemic. Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, have high vitamin D deficiency prevalence, most prominently among women, despite their plentiful year-round sunshine. Previous research investigating vitamin D status among Saudi women of reproductive age (15-49 years) is scarce, and no study has used a nationally representative sample, so this review quantified overall hypovitaminosis D prevalence among women in Saudi Arabia and explored the associated risk factors. The Web of Science, Scopus, and Medline databases were searched for prior studies in Saudi Arabia exploring vitamin D status among women of reproductive age, published between January 1, 2000 and May 25, 2017. Data were extracted from the identified studies, and a random effects model meta-analysis established the overall hypovitaminosis D prevalence. The initial search yielded 223 possibly relevant articles; 13 were confirmed as eligible, with samples totaling 2877 women aged between 15 and 49 years. Meta-analysis revealed a mean serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D, 25(OH)D, level of 13.1 ng/mL (95% confidence interval [CI]: 11.6-14.6) and an overall prevalence of hypovitaminosis D, defined as 25(OH)D < 30 ng/mL, of 77.4% (95% CI: 63.2-87.3), mostly due to insufficient sunlight exposure and low dietary vitamin D intake. There is therefore a need for a national strategy to raise vitamin D levels among women in Saudi Arabia by advising them on natural vitamin D sources, and recommending the timing and duration of sun exposure, while also defining a national approach to vitamin D fortification and supplementation.

scholarly journals The Prevalence and Risk Factors for Symptomatic Dry Eye in Adults in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 277-282
Author(s):  
Anas Abdulaziz Almujalli ◽  
Abdulaziz Abdullah Almatrafi ◽  
Anas Abdullah Aldael ◽  
Talal Waleed Aljudi ◽  
Bahaa-Eldin Hasan Abdulhalim
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Dry Eye ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Contact Lenses ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Associated Risk Factors ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Objectives: The objective of this study is to estimate the prevalence of symptomatic suspected dry eye, diagnosed dry eye syndrome (DES), and associated risk factors; in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 654 participants was employed using a self-administered semi-structured questionnaire that included demographic characteristics like age, gender, and risk factors (smoking, using contact lenses, chronic comorbidities, etc.). Results: There were 266 (40.7%) previously diagnosed DES participants and 388 (59.3%) non-diagnosed DES, of which 497 were female and 157 were male. Females had a significantly higher rate of diagnosed DES than males (p<0.001), with a significant increase in the rate of DES diagnosis with age (p<0.001). There was also a significant increase in DES in participants with diabetes mellitus, allergic eye, thyroid eye, and skin diseases, as well as having undergone laser surgery or using contact lenses. There was no significant increase in DES in cases of smoking, daily use of electronic devices, or duration of sleep. Conclusion: The prevalence of dry eye among adults in Riyadh was 46.6%, with the most important risk factors being female gender, increasing age, Lasik refractive surgery, skin disease around the eye, and thyroid eye disease.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Postpartum Depression and Associated Risk Factors Among Women in Jeddah, Western Saudi Arabia

Cureus ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Najma A Alsayed ◽  
Jamelah F Altayyeb ◽  
Laura S Althuniyyan ◽  
Shatha K Alzubaidi ◽  
Fayssal Farahat
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Associated Risk Factors
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