Jeddah Breast Cancer Pilot Screening Program: The First Program in the Western Region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (6) ◽  
pp. 687-688
Author(s):  
Muna M. Baslaim ◽  
Iman H. Baroum ◽  
Noha A. Dashash ◽  
Saad A. Al-Awwad ◽  
Mohammad S. Siddiqui
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Screening Program ◽  
Western Region ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
The Western Region

Results of the first national public breast cancer screening program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2009 ◽  
Vol 27 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1524-1524
Author(s):  
A. Omalkhair ◽  
F. Tahan ◽  
A. Al Naeem ◽  
S. Young ◽  
S. Musaad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Breast Imaging ◽  
Screening Program ◽  
Pathological Findings ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cancer Screening Program ◽  
Low Incidence

1524 Background: Despite the relatively low incidence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) compared to Western countries, breast cancer (BC) is the most common cancer among Saudi females for the past 11 consecutive years (National Cancer Registry 1994–2004). The objective of this study is to report the results of the first public national BC screening program in KSA and to evaluate the relationship between imaging and pathological findings and known BC risk factors. Methods: Asymptomatic women 40 years of age or older underwent BC screening at Abdulatif Charitable Cancer Screening Center, Riyadh, KSA. Mammograms were scored using American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Reports and Data System (BIRADS). Correlations between imaging findings and risk factors, as well as pathological findings, were analyzed. Results: A total of 1,215 women were enrolled between September 2007 and April 2008. Median age was 45 years (19–91) and median body mass index (BMI) was 31.6 kg/m2 (16.7–58). A total of 16 cases of cancer were diagnosed (80% are less than stage IIB). No cancer was diagnosed in 942 women with R1/R2 scores and only one case of cancer was diagnosed in 228 women with R0/R3 scores. However, among 26 women with R4/R5 scores, 50% had malignant disease and 35% had benign lesions (odds ratio = 1.96; 95% confidence interval = 1.5, 2.6) (p < 0.0001). No correlation between known risk factors and imaging score or cancer diagnosis. Conclusions: The public acceptance of BC screening program was encouraging. Longitudinal follow-up and inclusion of more participants will help in better determining the risk factors relevant to our patient population. No significant financial relationships to disclose.

scholarly journals Ocular Presentations in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Patients undergoing highly- active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) Therapy in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Abdul Rehman Akram
Keyword(s):  
Human Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Western Region ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Ocular Manifestations ◽  
Immunodeficiency Virus ◽  
The Western Region ◽  
One Year

Purpose: To detect the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) related ocular manifestations in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Study Design: Retrospective study Place and duration of study: A one-year retrospective study was conducted in Ophthalmology Clinic of East Jeddah Hospital in the western region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during 2016-2017 Material and methods A one-year retrospective study was conducted in the Ophthalmology Clinic of East Jeddah Hospital in the western region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during 2016-2017. 47 referrals of HIV-positive patient data were collected from the Infectious Diseases Department by taking history, clinical examinations and, laboratory investigations. The ophthalmological examination included adnexal examination, bestcorrected visual acuity, intraocular pressure (IOP), anterior and posterior segment examination, B-scan and, MRI. Results Out of 47 referred patients from the In and Out-patient Departments in East Jeddah Hospital, patients presented as follows: Single patient cases of retinal necrosis, anterior uveitis and neovascular glaucoma, with pterygium,sixth nerve palsy, bacterial conjunctivitis and, adenoviral conjunctivitis. Two cases presented with HIV microangiopathy, blepharitis, cortical blindness after brain abscess, herpes infection, Kaposi sarcoma and, cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis. Three patients presented with tuberculosis meningitis, and six with dry eyes. Eight patients presented with cataracts, and ten with refractive errors. Conclusions Ocular manifestations of HIV infection are relatively infrequent.HAART treatment is responsible for decreasing the HIV-related complications in ophthalmology. The CD4 T-lymphocyte result can be used to predict the beginning of certain eye infections in HIV-positive patients. Hidden indicators of complications of AIDS in patients confirm the strong rationale for alternating visits with those to an ophthalmologist and professionals discussing the best treatment accordingly. Keywords: Ocular, HIV, AIDS, HAART

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