المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية
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description: المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية هي مجلة علمية محكمة تصدر شهرياً عن كلية الطب والعلوم الصحية – جامعة العلوم والتكنولوجيا، عدن - اليمن. يتم نشر جميع المقالات المقبولة على الانترنت فور قبولها وتطبع ورقيا نهاية كل عام. ترحب المجلة بالمقالات العلمية في المجالات الطبية، طب الأسنان، العلوم الصيدلانية، الصحة العامة وغيرها من التخصصات الطبية الحيوية شريطة ان تكون مكتوبة باللغة الانجليزية. تعتبر المجلة الأصالة وجودة وأهمية المحتوى العلمي أساسا لقبول النشر في المجلة. Online ISSN: 2227-961X Print ISSN: 2227-9601
publisher: University of Science and Technology
language: en
publication name: المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية
issn: 2227-9601
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items: Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress among Medical Science Students at Aljanad University for Science and Technology, Taiz, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study
items: White Blood Cells Parameters among Malnourished Children Under-Five Years, Aden-Yemen
items: العوامل المساهمة في تفشي وباء الكوليرا في مدينة تعز، اليمن
items: Evaluation of Factors Influencing the Dispensing of Refill Medications at the Fourth-Floor Outpatient Pharmacy, Hamad Hospital, Qatar: A Retrospective Observational Study
items: The Extent of Diabetic Patients’ Adherence to Quarterly HbA1c Testing: A Cross-Sectional Study, Aden, Yemen
items: A Comparative Study between Legally Imported and Smuggled Brands of Bisoprolol and Esomeprazole Tablets Marketed in Aden, Yemen
items: Assessment of Dietary Supplement Use, Awareness, and Energy Expenditure among Gym-goers in Aden Governorate, Yemen
items: The Influence of Age and Gender on Hematological and Hemostatic Parameters among Healthy University Students in Aden, Yemen
items: Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash in Preventing Dry Socket: A Prospective Comparative Study in Taiz City, Yemen
items: Antibacterial Resistance Patterns of Urinary Escherichia coli Isolates in Taiz City, Yemen
items: Knowledge and Perception of Occlusion among Dentists in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study
items: تأثير محتوى وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على ممارسات تبييض الأسنان بين البالغين في مدينة تعز، اليمن
items: In-Vitro Quality Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of Five Diclofenac Sodium Tablet Brands Marketed in Hodeida, Yemen
items: Prevalence and Severity of Depression among Women in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study
items: Persistent Unexplained Diarrhea in a 4-Month-Old Infant: A Case Report from a Limited-Resource Setting
items: The Growing Trend of Filter Khaini Smokeless Tobacco Use among Male University Students in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Survey
items: Utilization of Contraception Methods and Side Effects among Women Attending the Maternal and Child Healthcare Centers in Mukalla City, Hadhramout, Yemen
items: Prevalence, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentation and Management of Cerebral Palsy in Sana'a City, Yemen
items: Current Insights into Epstein - Barr virus Prevalence and Clinical Impact among Kidney Transplant Recipients in Iraq: An Updated Review
items: Evaluation of Diuretic and Antibacterial Activities of Tribulus terrestris Ethanolic Extract
items: Awareness and Knowledge of Drug-Laboratory Test Interferences among Medical Laboratory Technologists in Yemen
items: Knowledge and Practices of Radiation Protection among Dental Students in Aden, Yemen
items: Prevalence of Nosocomial Bacterial Infections and their Patterns of Antibiotics Susceptibility among Hospitalized Patients: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study
items: High-Dose Radiotherapy for Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer: Prioritizing Organ-at-Risk Dose Limitation
items: Coagulation Profile and Platelet Indices in Yemeni Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study in Aden Governorate
items: Emergency Medication Preparedness in Sudanese Dental Practice: Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Systemic Barriers
items: Analysis of Infertility in Basra Governorate, Iraq
items: Work-Related Stress: Prevalence and Risk Factors among Healthcare Workers in Aden, Yemen
items: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Family Planning Among Women Attending Primary Health Care Centers in Aden Governorate, Yemen
items: Barriers and Attitudes toward Psychotherapy in Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study

Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress among Medical Science Students at Aljanad University for Science and Technology, Taiz, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study
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description: Background: Psychological distress is a major challenge among university students, particularly those in medical sciences, due to high academic and emotional demands. Depression, anxiety, and stress are increasingly recognized as serious concerns affecting students’ well-being and academic performance. Objective: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and severity of depression, anxiety, and stress among medical science students at Aljanad University for Science and Technology in Taiz, Yemen. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 students from the departments of nursing, pharmacy, medical laboratories, nutrition, and dentistry. Data were collected using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21) and a structured questionnaire covering socio-demographic, academic, and psychosocial variables. Results: The findings revealed a very high prevalence of psychological distress. All participants reported symptoms of depression and anxiety, while 98.7% experienced stress. Extremely severe anxiety was the most common condition (84.6%), followed by extremely severe depression (40%) and stress (37.6%). Higher levels of distress were significantly associated with younger age, early academic years, insomnia, lack of emotional family support, and difficulties in communication with faculty members. Dental and pharmacy students showed the highest severity levels of anxiety and depression, respectively. Conclusion: Depression, anxiety, and stress are highly prevalent among medical science students at Aljanad University for Science and Technology, emphasizing the urgent need for targeted mental health interventions and supportive academic environments.
subject: Original Article
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subject: الاكتئاب، القلق، التوتر.
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creator: Ayman A. Raweh Saeed
creator: Abdulghaffar Khaled Thabit
creator: Shahd Ahmed Ahmed Qassem
creator: Abdulaziz Fuad Sultan Abdo
creator: Etfaq Badri Sarhan Saeed
creator: Hafez Ibrahim Mohamed Ahmed
creator: Shaima Ahmed Ali Saleh
creator: Ruqayah Saleh Ghaleb Sad
creator: Wafa Khalil Saeed Rajeh
creator: Asmaa Al Taheri
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2026 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-01-18
publication date: 2026-01-18
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v20i1.3423

White Blood Cells Parameters among Malnourished Children Under-Five Years, Aden-Yemen
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description: Background: Malnutrition is still a critical public health problem among children under five, with implications for immune function and hematological parameters. Objective: This study aimed to identify abnormal WBC parameters among malnourished children under five in Aden, Yemen, and to determine the socio-demographic characteristics and other risk factors associated with abnormal WBC parameters among those children. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 101 malnourished children under 5 years. The blood specimens were collected from all children, and an automated hematological analyzer was used to measure the WBC parameters. The SPSS software was used to analyze the data. Results: Among 101 malnourished children, the majority were 52% females, and according to WBC parameters, leukocytosis, neutropenia, and lymphocytosis were observed at rates of 34.7%, 69.3%, and 82.2%, respectively. Elevated WBC counts were significantly associated with age group (p = 0.005), and high lymphocyte counts were linked to residence (p = 0.017), while no significant associations were found between WBC abnormalities and acute malnutrition or between low WBCs and socio-demographic characteristics and other risk factors. Conclusion: acute malnutrition remains a significant health challenge among children under five years of age, with notable sex disparities, as females were more affected. The leukocytosis, neutropenia, and lymphocytosis were noted among malnourished children. The associations were significant between leukocytosis and age groups and between lymphocytosis and residence of children. In contrast, lacking the significant differences between abnormal WBCs parameters and acute malnutrition, and between low WBCs parameters and socio-demographic characteristics and other risk factors.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Yemen, hematological parameters, malnutrition, children under five years old.
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creator: Basma Qasem Mohsen Al-Sadi
creator: Radfan Saleh
creator: Ali Nasser Mohammed Gubran
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2026 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-01-18
publication date: 2026-01-18
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v20i1.3468

العوامل المساهمة في تفشي وباء الكوليرا في مدينة تعز، اليمن
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description: <a href="https://journals.ust.edu/index.php/yjms/الخلفية: لا تزال الكوليرا تمثل تهديدًا خطيرًا للصحة العامة في اليمن، وتُعد مدينة تعز من أكثر المناطق تضررًا بسبب الصراع المسلح المستمر، وتدهور البنية التحتية، وضعف الوصول إلى المياه المأمونة وخدمات الصرف الصحي. الهدف: هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى تحديد وتقييم العوامل المساهمة بتفشي وباء الكوليرا في مدينة تعز – اليمن، وذلك من أجل المساهمة في توجيه التدخلات الصحية العامة ووضع استراتيجيات فعّالة للوقاية. المنهجية: استخدم تصميم دراسة مقطعية استكشافية خلال الفترة من 24 نوفمبر 2024م إلى 24 يناير 2025م، في المستشفى الجمهوري التعليمي العام ومركز 22 مايو بمدينة تعز. تم اختيار عينة مكونة من 100 مريض مصاب بالكوليرا تم تأكيد إصابتهم، باستخدام أسلوب العينة القَصْدِيّة. النتائج: أظهرت النتائج أن غالبية المشاركين من الإناث (59%)، وكانت الفئة العمرية الأكثر تمثيلاً أكبر من 40 عامًا (27%)، و81% منهم يقيمون في المناطق الحضرية. نصف المشاركين (50%) أفادوا بانخفاض الدخل الشهري، و33% كانوا أميين. من أهم عوامل الخطر التي تم تحديدها: عدم استخدام وسائل تنقية المياه (78%)، وسوء البنية التحتية للصرف الصحي (70%)، ونقص المياه الصالحة للشرب (65%)، والإقامة في مناطق متأثرة بالنزاع (91%). وُجدت علاقات ذات دلالة إحصائية بين الإصابة بالكوليرا وزيارة المناطق الموبوءة (p = 0.007)، وتناول الأطعمة المُعدة خارج المنزل (p = 0.049)، وسوء الحالة التغذوية المرتبط بانخفاض الدخل (p < 0.001)، وغياب المرافق الصحية في المناطق الريفية (p < 0.001). كما تبين أن برامج التوعية ترتبط ارتباطًا إيجابيًا بتحسن المعرفة بطرق انتقال العدوى (p = 0.027).. الاستنتاج: يُعزى تفشي وباء الكوليرا في مدينة تعز إلى تفاعل معقد بين ضعف البنية التحتية للمياه والصرف الصحي، وانخفاض مستوى الوعي الصحي، والفقر، وتأثير الصراع المستمر على الخدمات العامة. التوصيات: ينبغي أن تركز التدخلات الصحية المستهدفة على تعزيز بنية المياه والصرف الصحي والنظافة (WASH)، وتوسيع برامج التثقيف الصحي المجتمعي، وضمان سهولة الوصول إلى المرافق الصحية في الوقت المناسب، وتدريب العاملين الصحيين على الكشف المبكر والاستجابة السريعة، إضافةً إلى تنفيذ دراسات واسعة النطاق في مختلف مناطق اليمن للحد من تكرار تفشي الأوبئة وتأثيرها المستق…
subject: Original Article
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subject: الكوليرا، مدينة تعز، اليمن، عوامل الخطورة
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creator: Ayman A. Raweh Saeed
creator: Maha Abdo Nagi Mohammed
creator: Abdulkarim Ahmed Dubaisal
creator: Haneen Saeed Hasn Abdo
creator: Marwa Moath Abdo Alfatah
creator: Nadib Ali Alhamoodi
creator: Haneen Abdallah Mohammed
creator: Sally Labib Mohammed Ali
creator: Amt Alrahman Abdo Mohammed
creator: Saleh Al-Hatar
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-18
publication date: 2025-12-18
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3407

Evaluation of Factors Influencing the Dispensing of Refill Medications at the Fourth-Floor Outpatient Pharmacy, Hamad Hospital, Qatar: A Retrospective Observational Study
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description: Background: Refilling prescriptions at outpatient pharmacies is an important part of managing chronic illnesses since it has a big effect on patient safety, following prescription regimens, and the efficiency of the healthcare system. Because there are so many patients and the prescriptions are so complicated. Objective: The study aims to evaluate three primary factors influencing the dispensing of refill medications: inaccuracies in prescription entry by physicians and chemists, the effects of altered appointment dates, and inconsistencies between sanctioned refill quantities and appointment schedules. Methods: Retrospective observational research encompassing 13,500 adult patients with active refill authorizations was executed from January to March 2025. The information came from the outpatient pharmacy on the fourth floor of Qatar's Hamad Hospital. Descriptive and inferential statistics, like t-tests and chi-square tests, were used to look into error rates and how they connect to demographic and prescription-related factors. Results: According to our investigation, the most common mistake was mismatched appointments and refill amounts (37.8%), followed by changes to appointment dates (25.9%) and inaccuracies in physician input (17.3%). Pharmacists made 12.3% of the mistakes, and doctors and pharmacists together made 6.7% of the mistakes. General medicine had the most mistakes (67.3% for mismatches and 63.8% for appointment changes), while pulmonary departments had the most chemistry mistakes (60.0%). Conclusion: Most of the time, mistakes in giving medications happen because of changes in the schedule, checking prescriptions, and conflicts in the schedule.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Medication refill, dispensing errors, appointment scheduling, prescription accuracy, outpatient pharmacy
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creator: Abdelmonem B. Yousif
creator: Rana Z M Darweesh
creator: Hasna Ameer Hamsa
creator: Amal Alhar Alanzi
creator: Rowda Mohamed Saleh
creator: Abdullah Ahmed Areqi
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3448

The Extent of Diabetic Patients’ Adherence to Quarterly HbA1c Testing: A Cross-Sectional Study, Aden, Yemen
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description: Background: Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, estimated to account for 85-90% of diabetes cases. Objective: This study investigates the awareness of diabetic patients in Aden, Yemen about periodic HbA1c testing. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 120 diabetic patients. Data were collected using questionnaires covering demographic information, diabetes information, HbAlc testing, barriers to HbA1c testing, importance of HbA1c testing, information sources. Adherence and improvement, as well as awareness and support. The analysis was performed using SPSS. Results: Most participants were married women between the ages of 45 and 60, many of whom were housewives; most had type 2 diabetes, but 46.7% were not sure what type of diabetes they had; 85.8% knew about HbA1c testing, but only 35.8% followed the recommended three month testing schedule; obstacles included lack of symptoms, high costs, and busy schedules, Health education was a major factor; approximately 93.3% supported increased awareness with the majority preferring text message reminders. Conclusion: This study's cross-sectional design and structured questionnaire effectively collected important information on diabetic patients’ knowledge about HbA1c testing in Aden. The method worked well for spotting behavioral patterns and awareness gaps that would help improve diabetes care adherence and support focused public health Initiatives.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Diabetes-HbA1c.Monitoring-Patient compliance-Cross-sectional study-Aden-Yemen.
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creator: Belal Kamel Ali
creator: Mantallah Adeb Baggash
creator: Abdullah Nasser
creator: Samaya Ragheed
creator: Ameera Alhumidi
creator: Lyan Abdulrahman Jamel
creator: Awadh Ali Ahmed
creator: Amr Khaled Bin Zafar
creator: Baraah Manwar
creator: Fadhl Al-rdfani
creator: Maram Fares Abdallah
creator: Jamal Mohammad Saleh
creator: Rana Gazem Abdullah
creator: Khaled Adel Al-hasani
creator: Haneen M. Dabwan
creator: Aya Emad
creator: Noori Ehab Abdulwhab
creator: Athmar waheeb Saleh
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2026 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-01-18
publication date: 2026-01-18
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v20i1.3401

A Comparative Study between Legally Imported and Smuggled Brands of Bisoprolol and Esomeprazole Tablets Marketed in Aden, Yemen
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description: Background: While drugs are legally introduced into the Yemeni pharmaceutical market through local agents under supervision of the Ministry of Public Health and Population (MOPHP), the past year has seen a notable increase in the distribution of smuggled drugs. Objective: The aim of this study was to perform a comparative evaluation of the quality control parameters of both legally imported and smuggled products of bisoprolol (5 mg) and esomeprazole (40 mg) tablets, which are marketed in public pharmacies in Aden, Yemen. Methods: A hundred tablets from each studied brand were purchased from a community pharmacy, and the quality of the studied brands was assessed through evaluation of weight variation, friability, thickness, diameter, hardness, disintegration, and assay tests, as well as identification of drugs by Fourier Transform Infra-Red spectrophotometer. Results: The result of this study showed that both legally imported and smuggled tested tablets of bisoprolol conform with quality control standards except the weight variation test of smuggled bisoprolol failed to agree with pharmacopoeias specifications. Furthermore, the legally imported esomeprazole meets the quality control specifications for the tested parameters except the hardness and disintegration tests, while the smuggled esomeprazole complies with all tests but failed to an agreement with specifications for hardness, disintegration, and assay tests, where the result shows a value of 137%. Conclusion: These results highlight the variability in quality across different sourcing pathways and underscore the importance of stringent regulatory oversight and routine quality assessment to ensure the safety, efficacy, and consistency of marketed pharmaceutical products.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Legally imported drugs, smuggled drugs, bisoprolol, esomeprazole, quality control tests
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creator: Eshraq Nasser Mohammed
creator: Abdullah Ali Al-Nasi
creator: Asma Anwar Mohammed
creator: Amani Emad Abdoh
creator: Abeer Omer Ahmed
creator: Fatima Hussien Saleh
creator: Joheena Ahmed Galab
creator: Hajar Omer Ahmed
creator: Marwa Mohammed Abdoh
creator: Sally Abdulsalam Ali
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2026 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-01-18
publication date: 2026-01-18
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v20i1.3350

Assessment of Dietary Supplement Use, Awareness, and Energy Expenditure among Gym-goers in Aden Governorate, Yemen
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description: Background: Dietary supplements (DS) containing vitamins, proteins, and minerals are widely used by gym-goers to enhance health, recovery, and performance. However, awareness of their safe use, nutritional adequacy, and energy balance varies considerably. Objective: To assess dietary supplement use, awareness, and energy balance among gym-goers in Aden Governorate, Yemen. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 270 gym-goers selected from five gyms using stratified multi-stage sampling. Data on supplement consumption, calorie intake, expenditure, and awareness were collected and analyzed. Results: Of the 270 participants, 64.8% reported using nutritional supplements. Protein powder (26.7%) and creatine (33.7%) were the most commonly consumed, followed by vitamin D (20%), zinc (18.9%), and multivitamins (18.5%). Calcium (8.9%) and biotin (4.4%) were less frequently used, while fat burners, herbal products, and ginseng were reported by fewer than 3%. Most respondents were aware of potential adverse effects (67%) and supplement misuse risks (66.6%); 67.8% sought medical advice, and 51.1% were able to interpret product labels. Reported benefits included muscle building (55.6%), increased energy (33.7%), and weight loss (29.3%). Dietary analysis showed inadequate intake, with all gym-goers consuming <6 g/kg of carbohydrates, 78.9% consuming <20% of calories from fat, and 95.9% consuming ≤1.6 g/kg of protein. Supplement use was significantly associated with education, occupation, income, and awareness (p = 0.001), and protein powder use correlated with higher TDEE (p = 0.007). Conclusion: Supplement use is common among gym-goers but is accompanied by nutritional imbalances and limited awareness of risks. Educational programs are recommended to promote balanced diets and informed, evidence-based supplement use.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Dietary supplements, gym-goers, energy, awareness, metabolic equivalent.
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creator: Ahlam Hussain Shikh Baraja
creator: Dunia Saeed Abdulrazaq Bakhubera
creator: Ahmed Faozi Nasser Thabit
creator: Monia Abdalwahed Abdullah Alkhateeb
creator: Nouf Wadah Hamza Ahmed
creator: Asma Abdullah Abdulatef Joban
creator: Sara Ibrahim Mohammed Salim
creator: Amira Nasser Nagi Hussain
creator: Shams Talal Mohsen Mohammed
creator: Aya Ahmed Alkhader Mohammed
creator: Reem Mohammed Saleh Mohsen Moqbel
creator: Somiya Gutbi Salim Mohammed
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3416

The Influence of Age and Gender on Hematological and Hemostatic Parameters among Healthy University Students in Aden, Yemen
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description: Background: Hematological parameters are vital indicators of health, influenced by demographic factors. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the association between age and gender with hematological and hemostatic parameters in a cohort of Yemeni university students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 100 apparently healthy students. Data on age and gender were collected via questionnaire. Venous blood was drawn for Complete Blood Count (CBC), Prothrombin Time (PT), and Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT) analysis using automated analyzers. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS. Results: Significant gender-based disparities were observed. Females exhibited a markedly higher prevalence of abnormal hemoglobin (Hb) levels (58.1%, p=0.0001) compared to males (3.5%). Abnormalities in red blood cell indices (RBCs, MCHC) and platelet (PLT) count were also more common in females, though not always statistically significant. Regarding age, the 18-21 years group showed the highest prevalence of abnormalities suggestive of nutritional deficiencies, specifically in Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) (75.9%) and Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin (MCH) (82.8%). On the other hand, we found that a prolonged APTT was most common in the small group of participants aged 26-29 years (88.9%, n = 9). Conclusion: Gender significantly influences hematological status, with females showing a higher susceptibility to anemia. Age also affects certain hematological indicators, as mild coagulation changes may emerge in the late twenties, while younger individuals are more prone to nutritional deficiencies. Regular screening and targeted nutritional interventions are recommended for these at-risk populations.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Hematological Parameters, Hemostasis, Age, Gender, University Students, Yemen, Anemia, Coagulation.
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creator: Maram Mohammed Almahrami
creator: Yasmeen Hassan Ali Aldamani
creator: Yahya Ali Mohammed Almuflahi
creator: Waleed Mutahhar Alsubaihi
creator: Sheikh Mohammed Aljaedy
creator: Sayyaf Mohammed Bardom
creator: Noor Nader Nassr Shaif
creator: Noha Mohammed Ahmed Taleb
creator: Mashael Saif Futaini
creator: Marwa Salem Omer Almashgari
creator: Radfan S. Obaid
creator: Hussein Salem Naser Zamer
creator: Bashir Amar Hmada Hasan
creator: Anhar Abdellah Abdulrahman
creator: Ahed Essam Abdallah Hassan
creator: Adel Taher Qambes Gaza
creator: Abdullah Ali Mohammed Alsallmi
creator: Abdulrahman Mohammed Alshadady
creator: Noor Ahmed Ali Alshadady
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3352

Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash in Preventing Dry Socket: A Prospective Comparative Study in Taiz City, Yemen
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description: الخلفية: يُعدّ التهاب العظم السنخي الجاف (Dry socket) من أكثر المضاعفات شيوعًا بعد خلع الأسنان، ويتصف بألم شديد وتأخر في الشفاء. وقد أوصي باستخدام غسول الكلورهيكسيدين كإجراء وقائي. الأهداف: تهدف هذه الدراسة إلى تقييم فعالية غسول الكلورهيكسيدين بتركيز 0.12% في الوقاية من التهاب العظم السنخي الجاف، وتحديد عوامل الخطر المحتملة بين المرضى الخاضعين لخلع الأسنان في مدينة تعز، اليمن. المنهجية: أُجريت دراسة مقارنة مستقبلية في جامعة العلوم والتكنولوجيا، فرع تعز، خلال الفترة من أكتوبر 2023م حتى مايو 2025م. شملت الدراسة 80 مريضًا خضعوا لخلع أسنان بسيط، وجرى توزيعهم إلى مجموعتين: مجموعة الكلورهيكسيدين (40 مريضًا) والمجموعة الضابطة (40 مريضًا). جُمعت بيانات عن العمر، الجنس، التدخين، مضغ القات، ومستوى نظافة الفم. تم تقييم حدوث التهاب العظم السنخي الجاف بعد 3 و7 أيام من الخلع. استُخدم اختبار كاي تربيع والانحدار اللوجستي للتحليل الإحصائي. النتائج: كانت نسبة حدوث التهاب العظم السنخي الجاف أقل في مجموعة الكلورهيكسيدين (5.0%) مقارنةً بالمجموعة الضابطة (12.5%)، لكن الفرق لم يكن ذا دلالة إحصائية (p>0.05). بينما وُجد ارتباط ذو دلالة إحصائية بين ضعف نظافة الفم، والتدخين، ومضغ القات مع زيادة خطر حدوث الحالة (p<0.05). الاستنتاج: أظهر غسول الكلورهيكسيدين تأثيرًا وقائيًا ضد التهاب العظم السنخي الجاف، لكن النتائج لم تكن ذات دلالة إحصائية. وقد تبين أن العوامل المرتبطة بالمريض مثل التدخين، مضغ القات، وضعف نظافة الفم كان لها أثر أكبر. يمكن اعتبار الكلورهيكسيدين إضافة منخفضة التكلفة في الرعاية بعد الخلع في اليمن.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Dry socket, alveolar osteitis, chlorhexidine, tooth extraction, Yemen
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creator: Raeef Ali Alkhulidi
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3275

Antibacterial Resistance Patterns of Urinary Escherichia coli Isolates in Taiz City, Yemen
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description: Background: Antibacterial resistance is a major threat to health, leading to reducing the efficacy of antibacterial agents against infections caused by bacteria. The most causative of bacterial UTIs, especially in Yemen, is E. coli bacteria. Objective: The current study aimed at evaluating the percentage rate and potential causes of isolated urine E. coli resistance to some conventional antibacterial drugs in Taiz city, determining which is the most effective, and comparing the results with other studies. Methods: Thirty urine-isolated E. coli from laboratories in Taiz City, Yemen, were collected, and susceptibility tests to determine the E. coli resistance against some conventional antibacterial drugs were performed. After incubation for 24 hours, the diameter of the inhibitory zones was measured, and the results were recorded. Finally, the average and percentage rates were calculated. Results: The result was as follows: Highest susceptibility to nitrofurantoin (90% S), with no resistance (0% R). Complete resistance to cefotaxime (100% R), contrasting sharply with ceftriaxone (26.7% R). Alarming levofloxacin resistance (56.7% R). Intermediate sensitivity to co-amoxiclav (56.7% I), suggesting dose-dependent efficacy. High resistance (56.7% R) with low sensitivity (33.3% S) to co-trimoxazole. Conclusion: In Taiz City, the current study demonstrates E. coli resists the conventionally used antibiotics that were previously considered the most effective antibiotics used for its UTIs, particularly cefotaxime (100% R) and co-trimoxazole (56.7% R). Nitrofurantoin remains highly effective, while ceftriaxone and levofloxacin have variable susceptibility.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: urine isolated, E. coli, resistant, antibacterial, UTIs, conventional, Taiz, Yemen
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creator: Adel M. Albattah
creator: Mohammed Ali Ahmed Saeed
creator: Amal Alhomidy
creator: Helal Almahmoodi
creator: Doha Alyousofi
creator: Safwan Al-maqtari
creator: Khalil Abdulghani
creator: Rayan Ghazi
creator: Osama Khalid
creator: Bashar Hussain
creator: Abdulrahman Al-rasini
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-01
publication date: 2025-11-01
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3260

Knowledge and Perception of Occlusion among Dentists in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study
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description: Background: Occlusion is vital in dental diagnosis and treatment, yet little is known about dentists’ knowledge and practices in resource-limited settings such as Aden, Yemen. Objective: To assess the knowledge and perception of occlusion among dentists in Aden and identify gaps related to training, tools, and clinical practice. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2025 involving 188 licensed dentists selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire assessing knowledge (15 MCQs), clinical practices, and perceived barriers. Analysis included descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and logistic regression (p < 0.05). Results: Only 41.5% accurately defined the centric relation. Dentists with postgraduate training were 3.2× more likely to understand functional occlusion (p < 0.001) and had 22% higher knowledge scores (t(186) = 4.1, *p* < 0.001). A hierarchical regression model confirmed that receiving training (β = 0.38, *p* < 0.001) and having tools available (β = 0.29, *p* = 0.002) were significant predictors of higher self-reported confidence in occlusal management, explaining 37% of the variance (Adjusted R² = 0.37, F (5,179) = 18.6, *p* < 0.001). . Public-sector dentists reported significant resource limitations, including a lack of articulators (68% vs. 29% in private clinics). Only 9.8% use digital tools. Conclusion: Knowledge and practice gaps were associated with limited training and resources. Dentists with postgraduate training were 3.2× more knowledgeable, and public-sector clinicians faced major resource shortages. Curricular improvement and wider access to digital tools are recommended.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Occlusion, Dental Education, Clinical Practice, Digital Tools, Yemen
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creator: نصر الشيخ
creator: Hala Mohamed Qaid Farhan
creator: Hadeel Abdo Ahmed Ali
creator: Hanan Ahmed Gaber Othman
creator: Marwa Abdullah Yehia Saeed
creator: Rua'a Wahib Abdul Aziz Saeed
creator: Asma Murad Mohammed Bin Mohammed
creator: Mona Mohammed Saeed Al-Misari
creator: Nuha Ahmed Hamed AL-Hebshi
creator: Nagla Kamil Abdelsalam Elmusharaf
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-17
publication date: 2025-11-17
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3341

تأثير محتوى وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على ممارسات تبييض الأسنان بين البالغين في مدينة تعز، اليمن
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description: الملخص الخلفية: أصبح تبييض الأسنان أكثر شيوعًا بين البالغين في اليمن، ويعود جزء من ذلك إلى تسويق منتجات وإجراءات التجميل عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي. ومع ذلك، لم تجرَ أي دراسة سابقة حول هذا الموضوع في اليمن. الأهداف: تقييم تأثير محتوى وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على سلوكيات تبييض الأسنان، ومستوى الوعي بالمخاطر، وأنماط استخدام المنصات المختلفة بين البالغين في مدينة تعز، اليمن. المنهجية: أجريت دراسة مقطعية شملت 398 مشاركًا من البالغين (≥18 سنة) في مدينة تعز. جُمعت البيانات باستخدام استبيان مُهيكل تضمّن المعلومات الديموغرافية، واستخدام وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، والوعي بتبييض الأسنان، والممارسات المتبعة، والتصورات حول المخاطر. جرى تحليل البيانات باستخدام الإحصاءات الوصفية، واختبار كاي تربيع، ونسبة الأرجحية (OR) عبر برنامج SPSS. النتائج: أفاد أكثر من ثلثي المشاركين (73.4%) باستخدامهم لواحدة على الأقل من تقنيات التبييض، وكان معجون الأسنان المبيّض والطرق المنزلية الأكثر شيوعًا. ذكر أكثر من نصف المشاركين (57.8%) أن قرارهم بتجربة التبييض تأثر مباشرة بمحتوى وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي. كما أن الوعي بالمخاطر المحتملة (75.9%) لم يمنع من ممارسة التبييض. وُجدت علاقة معنوية بين تأثير وسائل التواصل وسلوكيات التبييض (p<0.001)، في حين أن الاستخدام المكثف (أكثر من 4 ساعات يوميًا) ارتبط بانخفاض احتمالية التبييض مقارنة بالاستخدام المتوسط (p=0.0002). لم تُظهر الفروق بين الجنسين دلالة إحصائية، بينما كان طلاب البكالوريوس أكثر ممارسة للتبييض مقارنةً بمجموعات التعليم الأخرى (p<0.001). الاستنتاج: يتأثر سلوك تبييض الأسنان بين البالغين في مدينة تعز بشكل واضح بوسائل التواصل الاجتماعي. وعلى الرغم من إدراك المخاطر، لا يزال الكثيرون ينخرطون في ممارسات قد تكون ضارة. تؤكد هذه النتائج الحاجة الملحّة لأن تقدم السلطات الصحية وأطباء الأسنان معلومات دقيقة قائمة على الأدلة عبر منصات التواصل الاجتماعي
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: كلمات المفتاحية : تبيض الأسنان، وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، طب الأسنان التجميلي، اليمن
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creator: Raeef Ali Alkhulidi
creator: Ruba fatehi abdo moqbel
creator: Omar Mustafa Alqurashi
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-01
publication date: 2025-11-01
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3313

In-Vitro Quality Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of Five Diclofenac Sodium Tablet Brands Marketed in Hodeida, Yemen
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description: Background: In developing countries like Yemen, political instability and economic sanctions have led to compromised pharmaceutical quality control. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the quality control tests of five brands of enteric-coated 50 mg diclofenac sodium (DS) tablet formulations on the Yemeni market. Methods: Physical parameters such as diameter, thickness, hardness, friability, disintegration time, dissolution profile, and assay were evaluated. Validated UV spectroscopic and RP-HPLC methods assessed accuracy, linearity, and precision and were used to determine the drug content. Each brand was tested according to pharmacopeial standards for solid oral dosage forms. All tested brands (coded DS1–DS5) conformed to pharmacopeial specifications. Results: Weight variation ranged from 1.01±0.29% to 2.01±0.14%, with hardness between 58.9 ± 2.21 N and 146.1±0.7 N. Potency results from UV and HPLC methods were statistically similar with the paired test. The potency values ranged from 92.68% to 100.51%. Friability assessments showed less than 1% mass loss in all samples, adhering to USP limits. Disintegration times averaged ≤ 20 minutes across brands. In vitro drug release after 2 hours in 0.1 N HCl was minimal drug release (2.55±0.24% to 4.47±0.31%), indicating limited dissolution in gastric conditions, while in phosphate buffer (pH 6.8), all formulations released over 90% of the drug within 60 minutes, indicating efficient release of the drug in the more alkaline environment of the intestine. Conclusion: The evaluated diclofenac sodium tablets marketed in Yemen met pharmacopeial standards and possessed the quality parameters necessary for effective therapeutic use.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Diclofenac Sodium, Enteric-coated tablets, Pharmaceutical quality control, Dissolution profile, RP-HPLC and UV spectrophotometry, Yemen.
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creator: Abdulgabar Ahmed Faquih
creator: ALi Saad Abdo
creator: Mohammed Abary
creator: Abdullah Areqi
creator: Faheem Ahmed Alkershi
creator: Mohammed Gameel Al-Haddad
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3405

Prevalence and Severity of Depression among Women in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Study
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description: Background: Depression is more common among women than men. Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and severity of depression among adult women in Aden, Yemen, and to determine the associated sociodemographic factors contributing to increasing the prevalence of depression among those women. Methods: A total of 240 women were enrolled in this analytical cross-sectional study. The PHQ-9 structured questionnaire was used for evaluation of the depression and its severity, and data were analyzed using the SPSS. Results: the response rate was 69.97% (240/343). The majority of women were 75.8% single, 80.8% postgraduate educated, and 78.8% had medium socioeconomic status. The prevalence of depression among women was 83.3%. The highest significant depression rates were 92.5% and 90.7% in the age group 25-28 years and the age group >28 years, respectively (p=0.023), and 100% among divorced women (p=0.0001). According to the severity of depression, 33.8% of women had mild depression, 16.3% had moderate depression, and 33.3% had severe depression. The highest significant prevalence for severe depression was 89.8% among women in the age group >28 years, 100% among divorced women, 70.6% among postgraduate-educated women, and 45.3% among those women who had a medium income (p=.0001). Conclusions: The prevalence of depression among women in Yemen was the highest compared to global rates. The depression among women is associated with age and marital status. The severity of depression is strongly associated with different sociodemographic and socioeconomic factors, including age, marital status, education, and income. Severe depression is significantly associated with the age group 25–28 years, divorced women, postgraduate-educated women, and medium-income women.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Prevalence
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subject: Severity
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subject: Depression
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subject: women
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subject: PHQ-9
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subject: Aden
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subject: Yemen
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creator: Ammar Assiri
creator: Ali N. M. Gubran
creator: Sultan Al-Qattib
creator: Somia Al-Assiri
creator: Dua'a Al-Muzaffari
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-01
publication date: 2025-11-01
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3378

Persistent Unexplained Diarrhea in a 4-Month-Old Infant: A Case Report from a Limited-Resource Setting
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description: Background: Persistent diarrhea in young infants is a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality in low-resource settings. Etiologies are diverse, including infectious, immunological, and metabolic causes. However, diagnostic limitations often obscure the underlying pathology. Case Summary: We report the case of a 4-month-old female infant with persistent watery diarrhea since the neonatal period, unresponsive to empirical treatments. Initial findings included severe hypernatremia, hyperkalemia, azotemia, and elevated liver enzymes. Stool tests revealed reducing substances, suggestive of carbohydrate malabsorption. Despite multiple dietary trials and supportive care, the infant failed to thrive. Differential diagnoses included secondary lactose intolerance, cow’s milk protein allergy, immunodeficiency, and rare congenital enteropathies. Referral to a tertiary center was recommended, but a definitive diagnosis could not be achieved due to limited diagnostic resources. Conclusion: This case highlights the challenges of managing persistent infantile diarrhea in low-resource settings and underscores the need for simplified diagnostic algorithms, provider training, and expanded access to tertiary care.
subject: Case Report
  topic: section
subject: Persistent diarrhea, infant, malabsorption, lactose intolerance, immunodeficiency, limited-resource settings, failure to thrive
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creator: Raidh Qambas Alawlaqi
creator: Fares M.S Muthanna
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3374

The Growing Trend of Filter Khaini Smokeless Tobacco Use among Male University Students in Aden, Yemen: A Cross-Sectional Survey
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description: Background: Smokeless tobacco products, particularly Filter Khaini (locally known as AL-HOT), are increasingly popular in Yemen, especially among young adults. Objective: This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of AL-HOT use among male university students in Aden and explore its associations with demographic factors, concurrent risk behaviors, and health perceptions. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted between February and April 2025 among 1,000 male undergraduate students aged 18–30 years from public and private universities in Aden. Data were collected using a culturally adapted, self-administered questionnaire based on the WHO Global Adult Tobacco Survey. Descriptive statistics summarized participant characteristics, and chi-square tests (p < 0.05) assessed associations between AL-HOT use and independent variables. Results: Overall, 82.9% of participants were aware of AL-HOT, and 27.1% reported ever using it. Among users, 68.3% reported daily use and 31.7% less frequent use. AL-HOT use was significantly associated with cigarette smoking, e-cigarette use, qat chewing, and energy drink consumption (all p = 0.001), but not related to demographic factors. Daily users were more likely to perceive AL-HOT as less harmful than cigarettes (81.8%), consider it socially acceptable (84.8%), and report higher dependence and gastrointestinal symptoms. While most users acknowledged its addictiveness and supported awareness campaigns, daily users were less supportive of campus bans. Conclusion: AL-HOT use among male university students in Aden is common and closely linked to other risky behaviors, shaped by misconceptions of reduced harm and social acceptance. Culturally tailored prevention and policy interventions are urgently needed to curb smokeless tobacco use in this population.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Smokeless tobacco, Shammah Al-HOT, Filter Khaini, University students, Aden, Yemen.
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creator: Hanan A. A. Mohammed
creator: Ali N. M. Gubran
creator: Zakaria M. A. Hashem
creator: Rawan S. S. Moqbel
creator: Bushra Y. S. Mohammed
creator: Esaam A. A. Yafooz
creator: Laila A. A. Khaled
creator: Shroq F. A. Ahmed
creator: Sabra N. G. Abdulrazzaq
creator: Amal S. A. Abdulgade
creator: AbdulChlik K.T. Moqbel
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3372

Utilization of Contraception Methods and Side Effects among Women Attending the Maternal and Child Healthcare Centers in Mukalla City, Hadhramout, Yemen
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description: Background: One of the main methods of family planning involves use of contraceptives to reduce the chance of pregnancy. Objective: The present study was designed to evaluate the utilization of contraception methods and the side effects among women attending the maternal and child healthcare (MCH) centers in Mukalla city, Hadhramout, Yemen. Methods: A Cross-sectional study was conducted from April to May 2022 among 422 women were attending the maternal and child healthcare (MCH) centers in Mukalla city and using contraception method. The data was collected by face to face interview and by using structured questionnaires. The data was analyzed by using statistical package for social science (SPSS version 24) software. Results: We analyzed data from 422 participants: 210 oral contraceptive pills users, 108 implanon users, 81 intrauterine device users and 23 injectable users. Most of the women (49.5%) were using oral contraceptive pills for birth control. A total of 78.7% of participants experienced at least one side effect, of which hair loss (48.6%), abnormal vaginal bleeding (44.4%), amenorrhea (43.5%) and mood swings (37.0%) were most common. Survey results showed a significant association between side effects and duration contraception use (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The use of modern method of contraceptive among the women was high. Also, the side effects observed were high. Greater attention should be paid to understanding the unique contributions of side effects to contraceptive behavior using population based data. Providing greater individualized care that includes information and counseling about common side effects.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: family planning; contraception methods; side-effects; oral contraceptives; intrauterine device; Yemen.
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creator: Tareq Maqlam
creator: Mohammed Ali Ahmed Saeed
creator: Saeeda Binbreak
creator: Abdullah H Maad
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-01
publication date: 2025-11-01
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3333

Prevalence, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentation and Management of Cerebral Palsy in Sana'a City, Yemen
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description: Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the leading cause of physical disability in children, with prevalence varying widely between high-income and low- and middle-income countries. Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence, risk factors, clinical features, investigations, and management strategies of CP among children in Sana’a, Yemen. Methods: A retrospective, cross-sectional study was conducted at two tertiary hospitals in Sana’a for 2 years; from January 2016 to December 2017. A total of 304,000 pediatric records were reviewed, of which 105 complete records of CP patients were analyzed. Data on sociodemographic factors, risk factors, clinical presentation, investigations, and management were collected and analyzed using SPSS version 24.0. Results: The prevalence of CP was 0.03%. The majority of patients were male (66.7%) and under five years of age (61.9%). In more than half of the cases, the etiology was unknown (52.4%), while perinatal asphyxia was the predominant identifiable risk factor (29.5%). Gross motor delay (69.5%) and quadriplegia (59.0%) were the most frequent clinical features. Pediatric and orthopedic referrals were the predominant consultations, and CT scans often revealed mild brain atrophy (31.4%). Antispastic medications were the most frequently used management strategy (58.1%). Conclusion: CP in Sana’a, Yemen, shows a predominance in males and young children, with perinatal asphyxia as a leading risk factor. Gross motor delay and quadriplegia were the main clinical features. Improving perinatal care and establishing a multidisciplinary management approach may reduce the burden of CP in similar settings.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Cerebral Palsy
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subject: USTH
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subject: Al-Thawra hospital
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subject: Yemen
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creator: عبدالرحمن خميس
creator: كمال يوسف
creator: عبدالرحمن الاشموري
creator: رامي وحيش
creator: Sulaiman F. Alshugaa
creator: Moaath Mueen Al-Hadabi
creator: Mustafa E Humaid
creator: Mohammed A. Alghmi
creator: Ali H. Al-Ahdal
creator: Ahmed S. Hudna
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-11
publication date: 2025-12-11
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i12.3365

Current Insights into Epstein - Barr virus Prevalence and Clinical Impact among Kidney Transplant Recipients in Iraq: An Updated Review
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description: Background: Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) is a major concern in kidney transplantation, contributing to post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD), graft dysfunction, and allograft loss. In Iraq, data on EBV prevalence among kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) are scarce, with most evidence derived from hemodialysis patients. Objective: To systematically review the prevalence and clinical impact of EBV in Iraqi KTRs and assess associated risk factors, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and Iraqi repositories was conducted. Eligible studies on EBV prevalence and outcomes in KTRs and hemodialysis were screened, appraised, and synthesized following PRISMA guidelines. Results: Available Iraqi studies indicate variable EBV prevalence in KTRs and hemodialysis, with risk factors including intensive immunosuppression, lymphocyte-depleting therapies, donor and graft characteristics, co-infections, recipient age, and post-transplant timing. Diagnostic strategies reported include donor-recipient serostatus, quantitative EBV PCR, and histopathology. Emerging therapeutic options, particularly EBV-specific adoptive T-cell therapy, show promise in reducing reactivation and preserving graft function. Conclusion: EBV poses a significant but understudied risk in Iraqi KTRs. Consolidating regional evidence with international insights highlights the urgent need for targeted EBV surveillance and management strategies to improve transplant outcomes in Iraq.
subject: Review
  topic: section
subject: Epstein–Barr virus; Kidney Transplant Recipients; PTLD; Immunosuppression; Iraq
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creator: Safaa Shehab Ahmed
creator: Anfal Kadhim Abed
creator: Shahad Saad Alwan
creator: Amany Lotfy Omar
creator: Dhuha Khaled Hadid
creator: Salma Hanid Issa
creator: Mohammed Ghassan Adeeb
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-17
publication date: 2025-11-17
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3288

Evaluation of Diuretic and Antibacterial Activities of Tribulus terrestris Ethanolic Extract
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description: Background: Renal disorders like urinary tract infections and imbalances in body fluids and electrolytes still create significant health and economic challenges, particularly in areas with fewer resources. Objective: This study aimed to assess the diuretic and antibacterial effects of the ethanol extract of Tribulus terrestris (EETT) through both in vivo and in vitro experimental approaches. Methods: The diuretic activities of ethanol extract of Tribulus terrestris (EETT) were evaluated in rodent models, while its antibacterial potential was investigated in vitro. Diuretic activity was assessed in rats by measuring urine output and electrolyte excretion (sodium, potassium, and chloride) following administration of EETT at the different doses; furosemide served as the reference diuretic. Antibacterial activity was tested in vitro using the disc diffusion technique on four bacterial strains: Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Results: EETT produced a dose-dependent diuretic effect, with the highest dose (450 mg/kg) significantly increasing urine output (p < 0.05) and sodium excretion (p < 0.01) to levels comparable with furosemide. Potassium excretion also rose significantly, whereas chloride excretion decreased at higher doses, suggesting a possible chloride-sparing mechanism. Antibacterial testing revealed moderate inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus (15 mm) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (23 mm), while Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae exhibited no detectable susceptibility under current testing conditions. Conclusion: The ethanol extract of Tribulus terrestris showed dose-dependent diuretic effects and moderate antibacterial activity. These findings support further research, including clinical studies, to explore its potential as a complementary treatment for kidney-related disorders.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Tribulus terrestris
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subject: Diuretic activity
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subject: Antibacterial activity
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creator: Ahmed Al-mohamadi
creator: Imadeldin M Taj-Eldin
creator: Doa’a Ibrahim
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-10-08
publication date: 2025-10-08
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i10.3301

Awareness and Knowledge of Drug-Laboratory Test Interferences among Medical Laboratory Technologists in Yemen
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description: Background: Drug-laboratory test interactions (DLTIs) can mislead the health care professionals and provide incorrect information regarding the patient’s health status. To date there are no specific courses in medical laboratory science curricula in Yemen that specialize in this topic. Objective: This study aims to reveal the knowledge about DLTIs among laboratory technologists in Yemen. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 11 governorates in Yemen to evaluate the awareness about DLTIs among laboratory technologists. An electronic questionnaire was distributed, and responses were analyzed. Results: A total of 396 laboratory technologists participated in this study. The majority of respondents (96.4%) reported that certain medications can affect laboratory test results, and 89.4% of participants showed knowledge about common medication interferences, but specific drug class awareness varied considerably. Only 53 (13.3%) had received formal training on drug-laboratory test interference and scored the highest in the knowledge questions. Conclusion: Formal training on DLTIs is important to ensure accurate laboratory test results.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Awareness
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subject: interference
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subject: medical laboratory tests
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subject: drugs
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subject: medications
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subject: technologists
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subject: knowledge
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creator: Omar Saeed Alsalahi
creator: Fares M.S Muthanna
creator: Essam Salem Alshaibani
creator: Miassa Saleh Alansi
creator: Thekra Khalid Alshameeri
creator: Wardshan Aref Saeed
creator: Altaf Ali Hamid
creator: Amzan Abdullah Abdulwasae Alalimy
creator: Eman Abdulrhman Alshahed
creator: Afnan Natheer Aldobai
creator: Marwa Abdullah Abdullwahed Saif
creator: Zahra Asem Saif
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-10-06
publication date: 2025-10-06
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i10.3230

Knowledge and Practices of Radiation Protection among Dental Students in Aden, Yemen
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description: Background: Dental radiography is indispensable for diagnosis, but unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation should be minimized according to ALARA/ALADA principles. Objective: This study aimed to assess knowledge and practices related to radiation protection among fourth- and fifth‑year dental students in Aden, Yemen. Methods: Analytic cross‑sectional survey of fourth- and fifth‑year students from public and private dental schools in Aden. A total of 400 students were invited, 270 responded, and 21 incomplete questionnaires were excluded, leaving 249 valid responses (response rate 62.25%). A web‑based questionnaire with 15 multiple‑choice items covered knowledge and practice domains. Sampling was convenience‑based due to logistical constraints. Chi‑square tests compared responses by year (α = 0.05). Results: Overall, 79.9% agreed that dental X‑rays are harmful. Significant differences (Level 4 vs Level 5) were observed for awareness of collimators/filters (32.3% vs 51.3%; p = 0.012), preference not to hold films by hand (58.6% vs 85.3%; p < 0.001), recognition that high‑speed film reduces dose (40.4% vs 70.7%; p < 0.001), and knowledge of operator safety distance (44.4% vs 80.7%; p < 0.001). Lead apron use was reported as preferred by 65.1%, but non‑availability was the most cited barrier. Most participants (86.3%) intended to adhere to radiation‑protection protocols in future practice. Conclusion: Important gaps persist in specific protection concepts (e.g., rectangular collimation, film holding, and distance rule). Targeted curriculum reinforcement and reliable access to protective resources are needed to translate knowledge into consistent practice.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Dental radiography, radiation protection, awareness, dental students, Yemen
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creator: Samah Al-Amery
creator: Nashwan Al-Afifi
creator: Mona Almisari
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-01
publication date: 2025-11-01
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3184

Prevalence of Nosocomial Bacterial Infections and their Patterns of Antibiotics Susceptibility among Hospitalized Patients: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study
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description: Background: Nosocomial infection (NI) is a major public health challenge among patients having surgical sites infections (SSIs), blood stream infections (BSIs), and urinary tract infections (UTIs). These illnesses, if not perfectly treated, may cause a high rate of morbidity and mortality. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the profiles of resistance to antibiotics of pathogenic bacteria involved in nosocomial SSIs, UTIs, and BSIs. Methods: This retrospective descriptive study involved hospitalized patients enrolled in hospitals at Mukalla city, Hadhramout, Yemen for 7-years period (2014-2020). Clinical samples of UTIs, SSIs and BSIs were collected. Bacterial isolates were identified by the standard procedures of sampling culture and biochemical methods. Standard disc diffusion (Kirby-Bauer) method was performed for antimicrobial susceptibility testing. The variables of sex, age, and type of infection were obtained from study population. Results: Of 653 hospitalized patients, 326 (49.9%) tested positive for bacterial infection. Of these (58.0%) were UTIs, (29.1%) SSIs and (12.9%) BSIs. In terms of bacterial strains distribution, (47.9%) were Gram-positive, and (52.1%) were Gram-negative bacteria. The majority of bacterial isolated from UTIs were Escherichia coli (48.6%) followed by Staphylococcus aureus (21.6%), and the most bacterial isolated from BSIs were Staphylococcus aureus (50.0%) followed by Escherichia coli 19.0%. Moreover, Staphylococcus aureus (55.7%) and coagulase negative staphylococci (CoNS) (17.8%) were the most prevalent bacteria identified in SSIs. Bacterial isolated showed a significant of antibiotics resistance. Conclusions: Treatment of bacterial NI must be verified by bacterial culturing and the antibiotics susceptibility to select the effective drug and prevent antibiotics resistance development.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Health care associated infections
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subject: Antimicrobial resistance patterns
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subject: Urinary tract infections
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subject: Bacterial isolates
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subject: Hospital
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creator: Eidha Bin-Hameed
creator: Suoad Mardouf
creator: Sumia Kumaid
creator: Fatimah Bahjjaj
creator: Marwa Abdoon
creator: Nadia Al_bahsani
creator: Heba Mahrous
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-10-08
publication date: 2025-10-08
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i10.3284

High-Dose Radiotherapy for Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer: Prioritizing Organ-at-Risk Dose Limitation
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description: Background: Locally advanced pancreatic cancer presents major treatment challenges. Objective: This report highlights high-dose radiotherapy as a palliative option, aiming to relieve symptoms and minimize damage to surrounding organs while enhancing antitumor effects. Case: An 87-year-old woman with a history of type 2 diabetes was referred for palliative radiotherapy due to unresectable, locally advanced pancreatic cancer that had spread to the head of the pancreas. To provide symptomatic relief, including relief from epigastric pain and a feeling of fullness, she received high-dose volumetric modulated arc therapy (66-92 Gy /33 fractions) with an emphasis on limiting the radiation exposure of organs at risk. The radiotherapy plan was designed to administer a dose of 66 Gy to the planning target volume (PTV), ensuring that at least 95% of the PTV received this dose. Concurrently, the maximum permissible dose to a 0.1-ml volume of the small intestine and stomach was strictly limited to less than 66 Gy. The mean dose to these organs was set at 46 Gy. The treatment plan was modified midway through by adapting the PTV after the patient had received 46 Gy. Results: At the six-month follow-up, complete tumor remission was observed, and her symptoms were alleviated. No adverse events were reported during or within six months after radiotherapy. Conclusion: A high-dose adaptive radiation therapy strategy that prioritizes dose constraints to critical organs may serve as an alternative treatment option for elderly patients and those with comorbidities among patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer.
subject: Case Report
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subject: Pancreatic Neoplasms, Palliative Care, Image-Guided Radiotherapy
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creator: Yukihiro Hama
creator: Etsuko Tate
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-25
publication date: 2025-09-25
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i9.3201

Coagulation Profile and Platelet Indices in Yemeni Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study in Aden Governorate
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description: Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) induces a hypercoagulable state that increases thrombotic risk. Objective: This study evaluated coagulation parameters and platelet indices in Yemeni adults with T2DM and their correlation with glycemic control. Methods: A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 140 T2DM patients and 100 healthy controls from major hospitals in Aden Governorate between January and February 2025. Coagulation tests (PT, APTT) were performed using STA-R Evolution, and platelet indices (MPV, PDW) were analyzed via Sysmex XN-550. Glycemic control was assessed by HbA1c. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS v26. Results: Most patients (86%) had poor glycemic control (HbA1c ≥ 7%). Diabetic patients demonstrated significantly prolonged prothrombin time (PT) compared with healthy controls (13.69 ± 1.74 sec vs. 12.10 ± 1.20 sec, p < 0.001), shortened APTT (31.38 ± 4.16 sec vs. 35.20 ± 3.50 sec, p < 0.001), and elevated MPV (9.03 ± 0.92 fL vs. 8.70 ± 1.10 fL, p = 0.015) and PDW (16.8 ± 2.1% vs. 15.2 ± 1.8%, p = 0.01) compared to controls. A strong positive correlation was found between HbA1c and MPV (r = 0.52, p < 0.001). An MPV cut-off > 11.5 fL predicted thrombotic risk with 78% sensitivity and 85% specificity (AUC = 0.82). Conclusion: Yemeni T2DM patients demonstrate significant hemostatic abnormalities strongly linked to poor glycemic control. MPV represents a cost-effective, accessible marker for thrombotic risk stratification. We propose its integration into routine diabetic care protocols in Yemen and similar resource-limited settings.
subject: Original Article
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subject: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Coagulation, Platelet Indices, Mean Platelet Volume, Thrombosis, Yemen
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creator: Khadija Mahmoud Saleh
creator: Sumaya Qasim Mohammed
creator: Reem Rami Mohammed
creator: Noor Osama Awad
creator: Nagham Nabil Awad
creator: Mona Mohammed Abdullah
creator: Mohammed Aref Mohammed
creator: Manar Hani Saif
creator: Laila Abdullah Thabit
creator: Khadija Mokhtar Mohammed
creator: نايف طالب علي
creator: Jumana Abdullah Mohammed
creator: Essam Abdu Ahmed
creator: Elham Nabil Abdullah
creator: Athar Nasser Saad
creator: Asma Ali Yahya
creator: Ameera Waleed Awad
creator: Abdulghafour Faisal Ali
creator: Aeda Jamal Mohammed
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-26
publication date: 2025-09-26
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i10.3270

Emergency Medication Preparedness in Sudanese Dental Practice: Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Systemic Barriers
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description: Background: Medical emergencies in dental practice, such as anaphylaxis or hypoglycemia, demand timely and competent intervention. Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of Sudanese dentists regarding emergency medications and identify barriers affecting their preparedness in clinical settings. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey targeting Sudanese dental practitioners from January to June 2024. A validated questionnaire was used to assess emergency preparedness among 413 participants, employing convenience sampling. Data were analyzed descriptively using SPSS version 25.0. Results: Most of the respondents were female (59%), under 30 years old (66.8%), and dental interns (66.5%). While 70.5% reported receiving emergency training, only 30% demonstrated excellent knowledge, with notable gaps in identifying tachycardia (17.4% correct). Attitudes were largely neutral (66.3%), despite 83.5% strongly agreeing on the importance of emergency medications. In practice, 44.8% showed excellent performance, yet only 28.1% checked their emergency kits monthly. Medication availability varied, with aspirin (93.9%) and salbutamol (76.7%) commonly stocked, while hydrocortisone (35.7%) and glyceryl trinitrate (19.4%) were deficient. Conclusion: Despite moderate levels of self-reported training, critical gaps persist in Sudanese dentists' knowledge, attitudes, and practice regarding emergency medications, as well as their availability in clinics. The predominance of early-career practitioners combined with systemic constraints highlights the urgent need for curriculum reforms, simulation-based training, and national policy interventions to strengthen emergency preparedness and safeguard vulnerable patients' resource-constrained settings.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Dentists; Emergency Preparedness; Medication Shortage; Sudan; Syncope; Dental Education; Clinical Competence
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creator: Nasr Mohamed Ahmed Alsheikh
creator: Ebtehal Mutasim Al-basheir Mohammed
creator: Badria Ahmed Elmahal Mphammed
creator: Asma Mawia Mohammed Ali
creator: Alaa Siddig Mustafa Elbadri
creator: Eiman Jumah Ahmed Abdallah
creator: Saba Mustafa Mohammed Aldoma
creator: Abbas Gareeballa
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-08-19
publication date: 2025-08-19
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i9.3086

Analysis of Infertility in Basra Governorate, Iraq
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description: Background: Infertility represents an escalating health and social concern in developing countries. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the medical and demographic factors contributing to infertility among couples attending the Infertility Center in Basra Governorate. Methods: A case-control study was conducted on one hundred couples suffering from infertility. Semen samples were collected from men, while vaginal swabs were obtained from women. Bacterial isolates were then diagnosed microscopically and in vitro, and biochemical tests were performed, such as the oxidase test, catalase test on mannitol, Simmons citrate agar, and Klegar Iron Agar test. Results: Medical evaluation showed that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was the most frequently identified cause of female infertility (44%). Among males, prostatitis was reported in 28% of cases. Other contributing conditions included pelvic inflammatory disease (20%), hypertension (20%), diabetes mellitus (14%), genetic disorders (10%), and hypothyroidism (3%). Microbiological analysis revealed that Escherichia coli was isolated in 15.65% of samples, followed by Staphylococcus haemolyticus (30.43%), Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella pneumoniae (8.69% each), and Proteus mirabilis (8.69%). The prevalence of smoking among infertile males was notably high (90%), while no female smokers were recorded. Conclusion: These findings highlight the multifactorial nature of infertility, with significant influence from both behavioral factors—such as smoking—and medical conditions, including infections and hormonal disorders. The study emphasizes the importance of comprehensive reproductive health strategies that incorporate early diagnosis, infection control, and lifestyle interventions.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Male infertility, female infertility, primary infertility, secondary infertility, bacterial pathogens
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creator: Hajer A. Hajem
creator: Ghaida'a J. Al-Ghizzawi
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-25
publication date: 2025-09-25
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i9.3134

Work-Related Stress: Prevalence and Risk Factors among Healthcare Workers in Aden, Yemen
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description: Background: Work-related stress (WRS) is a common problem among healthcare workers (HCWs). This condition is associated with less productivity and serious consequences for patients. Objective: The aim of this study was to find out the prevalence and risk factors for work-related stress among HCWs in Aden in 2025. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional, health-facility-based study was conducted. Participants were recruited from public as well as private institutions. A standardized self-administered questionnaire was distributed to gather relevant study data that included sociodemographics and indicators of stress; scoring of severity was based on predetermined criteria. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS v26. Results: All participants reported some level of work-related stress, with 76 (58.5%) experiencing moderate stress and 52 (40.0%) severe stress. The most common associated risk factors were gender, work environment, specialty, duration of experience, marital status, and perceived psychological health. However, there were no statistically significant risk factors except the self-perceived psychological health (p=0.01). Conclusion: Work-related stress is common among health professionals in Aden. Mitigating policies are needed to address this problem.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: work-related stress, healthcare professionals, occupational health, Aden, Yemen.
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creator: Hana Bashraheel
creator: Asalah Maher
creator: Faeda Mohammed
creator: Noorh Al-Jabri
creator: Naema Al-Yafai
creator: Aya Al-Koni
creator: Samia Farea’a
creator: Malak Al-Qadasi
creator: Waged Nadem
creator: Gamala Al-Bayadani
creator: Safa Al-Sarori
creator: Aya Al-Zuriki
creator: Raghda Khaled
creator: Wadie Elmadhoun
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-11-01
publication date: 2025-11-01
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i11.3208

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Family Planning Among Women Attending Primary Health Care Centers in Aden Governorate, Yemen
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description: Background: Family planning (FP) is vital for reducing maternal and child mortality, yet Yemen faces high fertility, low contraceptive use, and persistent cultural barriers. Objective: This study was aimed to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding FP among women attending primary health care facilities in Aden Governorate, Yemen. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a pre-tested interview questionnaire among women of reproductive age and those over 46. Data were analyzed for sociodemographic associations with FP KAP. Results: According to knowledge among women, 91.9% of participants had heard about family planning (FP), mainly from health services (29.1%) and friends/family (26.3%). Most knew about pills (86.9%), IUDs (79.4%), and condoms (67.2%), but 47.8% believed FP had negative effects (e.g., bleeding, anxiety). The attitudes of respondents were that 89.7% agreed that FP was important for health, but 62.2% feared long-term fertility effects, and 32.8% perceived religious influences. Ninety-three-point eight percent supported male involvement in FP decisions. Regarding the practices, 76.3% had used contraception (pills: 26.3%, natural methods: 24.4%), but only 42.2% were currently using FP. The main reasons for discontinuation were desire for pregnancy (41.6%) and side effects (29.7%). Higher education and income correlated with better FP knowledge (p=0.0001). In contrast, rural and low-income groups had lower KAP scores. Conclusion: High-grade education predicts better FP knowledge and practices. Low-income and rural populations need tailored FP programs. The study reveals strong foundational knowledge and attitudes, but it also highlights significant gaps in method-specific awareness and practice. Family planning utilization and maternal and child health outcomes may be enhanced by interventions.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Family planning, KAP, reproductive health, sociodemographic factors, contraception
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creator: Mohammed Al-baghdadi
creator: Esra Hani Abdo
creator: Iqbal Mohsen Ali
creator: Ahmed Shawqi Abdel Wahid
creator: Khawla Amin Ahmed
creator: Rawi Ashraf Shaif
creator: Rawi Abdel Qader
creator: Reham Mohammed Saeed
creator: Zayed Ali Abdullah
creator: Saif Abdullah Hussein
creator: Shahd Shawqi Ghazi
creator: Shaima Bashir Amin
creator: Saqr Ahmed Fadel
creator: Saleh Shawqi Qasim
creator: Abdul Rahim Nasser
creator: Saba Mamoun Anis
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-16
publication date: 2025-09-16
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i9.3175

Barriers and Attitudes toward Psychotherapy in Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study
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description: Background: Psychotherapy is a fundamental kind of treatment for people struggling with meager mental well-being for overcoming emotional obstacles and seeking personal development via the use of psychological tools. Objective: The research explores the barriers to seeking psychotherapy in Pakistan due to the fragile mental health of the population. Methods: The natives were approached through the cross-sectional study for collecting data specifically from adults 15 years and above from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Results: 340 responses were collected, in which the ratio of female participants was 82.4% and of male was 17.6%. The most pervasive reasons for high stress levels among people were self-doubt and negative ways of thinking. The findings indicate that a sizable portion of Pakistan's population is coping with mental health problems, but getting professional help is socially stigmatized. Nevertheless, 17.1% of people stated that they had sought the assistance of a counsellor or psychiatrist, and out of that, 95.3% of those surveyed recommended therapy to others facing any psychological issue. Conclusion: The exploration ends with the conclusion that Pakistani natives are in an utmost need to access mental health, and if not managed, it may lead to social detachment.
subject: Original Article
  topic: section
subject: Psychotherapy, Pakistan, mental health, stress, stigma
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creator: Kiran Rafiq
creator: Syeda Yumna Batool
creator: Kaneez Fatima
creator: Manahil Mushtaq
creator: Nighat Sultana
creator: Zafar Saied Saify
rights: الحقوق الفكرية (c) 2025 المجلة اليمنية للعلوم الطبية http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-16
publication date: 2025-09-16
doi: 10.20428/yjms.v19i9.3137