Clinical and radiological outcomes of Evan's osteotomy in young patients with flexible flatfoot deformity: a retrospective investigation.

Objective: Flexible flat foot deformity refers to a deformity where there is a decrease in or absence of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot upon weight-bearing along with hindfoot valgus, midfoot abduction and forefoot varus. Evan’s calcaneal osteotomy is a standard procedure used globally to correct deformities when clinically indicated, but its qualitative clinical and radiological outcomes have rarely been discussed. This study aimed to examine patients’ quality of life and radiological improvement after Evan’s osteotomy.

Waterpipe tobacco smoking in healthcare students in the University of Jordan.

Introduction: Waterpipe smoking has gained popularity globally, often perceived as a safer alternative to cigarettes, particularly among young adults. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, socio-demographic effects, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward waterpipe tobacco smoking (WTS) among healthcare students in Jordan.

Methods: Using a quantitative cross-sectional design, data was collected from August 2022 to February 2023 through a structured, anonymous online survey.

Effect Modifiers and Risk Factors of Intraocular Inflammation Following Brolucizumab: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Purpose: To identify risk factors and effect modifiers associated with intraocular inflammation (IOI) following brolucizumab injection.

Methods: Our protocol was registered on PROSPERO (CRD42022382645). We searched six electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CENTRAL, EMBASE, and Google Scholar) to retrieve all studies that reported the occurrence of IOI following brolucizumab.

Valve Surgery in a Low-Volume Center in a Low- and Middle-Income Country: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Valvular heart disease (VHD) has a significant prevalence and mortality rate with surgical intervention continuing to be a cornerstone of therapy. We aim to report the outcome of patients undergoing heart valve surgery (HVS) in a low-volume center (LVC) in a low- and middle-income country (LMIC).

Methods: A cross-sectional retrospective study was conducted at the Jordan University Hospital (JUH), a tertiary teaching hospital in a developing country, between April 2014 and December 2019.

Safety and Efficacy of Brolucizumab in the Treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema and Diabetic Retinopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Purpose: To investigate the efficacy and safety of brolucizumab in diabetic macular edema (DME) and diabetic retinopathy (DR).

Methods: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, an electronic search was done to acquire all articles describing brolucizumab use in patients with DME and DR. The review was prospectively registered on PROSPERO (CRD42022382625).

Incidence, risk factors and outcomes of acute kidney injury in surgical intensive care unit octogenarians at the Jordan University Hospital.

Background: Acute kidney damage (AKI) is among the most severe consequences observed in surgical intensive care units (SICUs). We aim to observe the incidence, risk factors, and outcomes of acute kidney injury in SICU octogenarians.

Methods: A cross-sectional retrospective study was conducted at the SICU of Jordan University Hospital (JUH), a tertiary teaching hospital in a developing country, between January 2018 and December 2019.

Conspiratorial Attitude of the General Public in Jordan towards Emerging Virus Infections: A Cross-Sectional Study Amid the 2022 Monkeypox Outbreak.

Conspiracy theories accompany the emergence of infectious diseases and the 2022 multi-country monkeypox (MPX) outbreak is no exception. It is possible that the adoption of conspiracy beliefs negatively impacts health behavior. We aimed to assess the prevalence of conspiratorial attitudes towards emerging virus infections (EVIs) and the response measures aiming to control these infections among the general public in Jordan.