Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in mother–infant pairs in a tertiary hospital in the west coast of Saudi Arabia

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 243 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heidi Al-Wassia ◽  
Noran Abo-Ouf
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
West Coast ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
The West

Vitamin D Status of Adults in the Community, in Outpatient Clinics, in Hospital, and in Nursing Homes in the West of Ireland

2020 ◽  
Vol 75 (12) ◽  
pp. 2418-2425 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tomás Patrick Griffin ◽  
Deirdre Wall ◽  
Liam Blake ◽  
Damian Gerard Griffin ◽  
Stephaine M Robinson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Hospital Stay ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Nursing Home Residents ◽  
Outpatient Clinics ◽  
Vitamin D Status ◽  
The West ◽  
West Of Ireland

Abstract Background Approximately 1 billion people worldwide have Vitamin D deficiency. The aim of this study was to compare Vitamin D status and serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) concentrations among adults sampled in the community, in outpatient clinics, as hospital inpatients and in nursing homes in the West of Ireland. The secondary aim was to determine the associations between length of hospital stay (inpatients) at the time of serum 25(OH)D sampling and Vitamin D status. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out. Patients who had serum 25(OH)D analysis carried out in Galway University Hospitals (January 2011–December 2015) were identified following interrogation of the electronic laboratory data system. Baseline demographics, location, and date of sample collection were recorded. Vitamin D deficiency was defined as a serum 25(OH)D concentration <25 nmol/L. Results In total, 24,302 patient samples were eligible for inclusion: community 15,319; outpatient clinics 6,371; inpatients 2,339; and nursing home residents 273. Vitamin D deficiency was more common in nursing home residents than inpatients, or those sampled in outpatient clinics or in the community (42% vs 37% vs 17% vs 13%; p < .001). Inpatients sampled further into their hospital stay (≥3 days) had greater Vitamin D deficiency than inpatients sampled on 0–2 days (p = .007). Season (p < .001), sex (p < .001), and age (p < .001) were associated with 25(OH)D concentrations. Vitamin D deficiency was more common in Winter/Spring, in males, and in those aged ≥80 years. Conclusions Nursing home residents and inpatients are at the highest risk for Vitamin D deficiency. Season, sex, age, and day of hospital stay on which serum 25(OH)D concentrations were sampled were associated with Vitamin D status.

Vitamin D Deficiency and Chronic Low Back Pain in Saudi Arabia

Spine ◽  
2003 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 177-179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saud Al Faraj ◽  
Khalaf Al Mutairi
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Chronic Low Back Pain ◽  
Low Back

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.

Vitamin D Deficiency Rickets in Maternity and Children's Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

1997 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 371-373 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adel A. Erfan ◽  
Omar A. Nafie ◽  
Abdul Aziz H. Neyaz ◽  
Mohammed A. Hassanein
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Children's Hospital ◽  
Children’S Hospital ◽  
Deficiency Rickets

Nephtyidae (Polychaeta, Phyllodocida) from the Red Sea, with record of a new species

2017 ◽  
Vol 97 (5) ◽  
pp. 843-856 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Ravara ◽  
S. Carvalho
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
New Species ◽  
Red Sea ◽  
West Coast ◽  
New Records ◽  
The West ◽  
Bathymetric Range ◽  
Current Finding ◽  
First Time ◽  
A New Species

Six nephtyid species were identified from samples collected off the west coast of Saudi Arabia. Two of these species had been previously reported for the Red Sea (Inermonephtys aff. inermis, Nephtys palatii), three are new records (Aglaophamus lobatus, A. cf. verrilli, Micronephthys stammeri) and one is new to science (Inermonephtys aramco). Inermonephtys aramco was collected in the southern region of the Red Sea at depths between 60 and 83 m. It is characterized by the presence of branchiae from chaetiger 15 or 16, well-developed parapodial prechaetal lamellae, broadly rounded notopodial postchaetal lamellae and rudimentary neuropodial postchaetal lamellae. The species Nephtys palatii is transferred to the genus Micronephthys. Based on the current finding, the previously known bathymetric range of Micronephthys stammeri is extended from 4–7 to 17 m, and occurrence depths for N. palatii are given for the first time (4–90 m). Full descriptions are included for all species except M. stammeri. An identification key for all the species known to occur in the Red Sea is provided.

scholarly journals Severe Proximal Myopathy with Remarkable Recovery after Vitamin D Treatment

2009 ◽  
Vol 36 (03) ◽  
pp. 336-339 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yousef A. Al-Said ◽  
Hiyam S. Al-Rached ◽  
Hussien A. Al-Qahtani ◽  
Mohammed M.S. Jan
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
Muscle Weakness ◽  
Bound States ◽  
Calcium Supplementation ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Proximal Muscle Weakness ◽  
Proximal Muscle ◽  
Remarkable Recovery

Background:Osteomalacia is an uncommon cause of muscle weakness. Our objectives were to describe features of myopathy associated with Vitamin D deficiency and examine the contributing factors leading to osteomalacic myopathy in our region.Methods:Patients identified retrospectively for the six year period ending in December 2006 with the diagnosis of osteomalacia and/or Vitamin D deficiency associated proximal muscle weakness were included. They were followed in three major centers in western Saudi Arabia. Clinical, biochemical, radiological, and electrophysiological findings were collected before and after Vitamin D treatment by chart review.Results:Forty seven female patients aged 13-46 years (mean 23.5, SD 4.5) were included. All were veiled and covered heavily when outside the house for social and cultural reasons. Only eight (17%) had adequate varied diet with daily milk ingestion. All patients presented with progressive proximal muscle weakness lasting 6-24 months (mean 14) prior to our evaluation. The weakness was severe in six (13%) patients leading to wheel chair bound states. Associated musculoskeletal pain involving the back, hips, or lower limbs was common (66%). Osteomalcia was the referral diagnosis in only 11 patients and the remaining 36 (77%) patients were misdiagnosed. All patients had metabolic and radiological profiles suggestive of osteomalacia. Remarkable recovery was documented in all patients following oral cholecalciferol and calcium supplementation.Conclusions:Vitamin D deficiency is an important treatable cause of osteomalacic myopathy in Saudi Arabia. The diagnosis is frequently delayed or missed. Screening for Vitamin D deficiency in patients with acquired myopathy is needed to identify this treatable disorder.

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