Publications by authors named "Farah Al-Bitar"

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common, debilitating side effect of cancer treatment. Characterized by symptoms like pain, numbness, and muscle weakness, CIPN significantly impacts patients' quality of life. Current management strategies vary, with limited consensus on effective treatments.

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Context: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, prevalent in athletic contexts have profound physical and psychological impacts. Despite extensive research on the physiological aspects of ACL recovery, the psychological dimensions of this process have gained increased attention. This scoping review delves into the intricate landscape of psychological factors influencing ACL rehabilitation.

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Aim: Elevated body mass index (BMI) presents a significant public health challenge in the United States, contributing to considerable morbidity, mortality and economic burden. This study investigates the health burden of overweight and obesity in the United States from 1990 to 2021, leveraging the Global Burden of Disease data set to analyse trends, disparities and potential determinants of high BMI-related health outcomes.

Materials And Methods: Our study focused on the United States, analysing trends in disability-adjusted life years (DALY) and deaths attributable to high BMI, defined as a BMI of 25 kg/m or higher for adults.

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  • - Liver cancer (LC) in the US has significantly increased in incidence and mortality rates, with a rise from 2.22 to 5.23 per 100,000 people between 1990 and 2019, primarily driven by hepatitis C and alcohol use.
  • - The study analyzed data on LC trends, risk factors, and outcomes using the Global Burden of Disease dataset, revealing a correlation between socio-demographic index and LC rates, indicating that lower SDI is associated with higher ASIR and death rates.
  • - Major risk factors for LC identified in 2019 include drug and alcohol use and high body mass index (BMI), emphasizing the need for targeted prevention and resource allocation to combat this public health issue.
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Background: This study aimed to evaluate the factors associated with diagnosis delay in children with cancer who are treated at a single institution, which caters to most children with cancer in Jordan.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional study with a retrospective chart review of selected patients who were diagnosed from August 2018 to December 2021. Data on patient and household characteristics, medical history, and diagnostic delay were collected through structured interviews.

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  • Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the top cause of death worldwide, and Jordan, with its unique healthcare system and demographic factors, is identified as an important case study for understanding CVD trends in the Arab region.
  • Using data from the Global Burden of Disease dataset, research showed that between 1990 and 2019, while the overall burden of CVD mortality and prevalence increased in absolute numbers, age-standardized rates for these and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) actually decreased in Jordan.
  • The main risk factors for CVD in Jordan in 2019 included high systolic blood pressure, obesity, dietary risks, and high LDL cholesterol, revealing significant health challenges that still need to be addressed despite
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Introduction: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death globally, including the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. However, limited research has been conducted on the burden of CVD in this region. Our study aims to investigate the burden of CVD and related risk factors in the MENA.

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Background: Little is known about gender disparity among medical undergraduates in the developing world. Therefore, this study aims to explore the attitudes and perceived barriers among Jordanian medical students, particularly women.

Methods: An online, self-administered questionnaire, developed after an extensive literature review, was disseminated across all six Jordanian medical schools targeting more than 5000 medical students.

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This study assessed the physical and psychological burden of lead apron use on Jordanian interventionists and investigated the attitudes and knowledge of interventional personnel toward ergonomic guidelines and practices. . A cross-sectional investigation of a randomly sampled Jordanian cohort of interventional personnel was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire.

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