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Management of a Todani Type 1b Choledochal Cyst: Case report

Tidjane, Anisse, Tabeti, Benali, Bengueddach, Aicha · Impact Surgery;

This case report describes the management of a Todani Type 1b choledochal cyst in a 26-year-old woman who presented with chronic epigastric dyspepsia and acute epigastric pain. MRI revealed a cystic dilatation of the di…

Could Diaspora Surgeons be Key to Sustainable Impact in Global Surgery? The UK-Nigeria ENT corridor

Braimah, Oghogho, Takwoingi, Yohanna · Impact Surgery;

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Bridging the Surgical Divide: Addressing Access, Safety, Volume and Financial Burden in Mexico's Healthcare System through Global Surgery Research.

Ramos-De la Medina, Antonio · Impact Surgery;

In 2008, Paul Farmer and Jim Yong Kim first referred to surgery as the "neglected stepchild of global health". Their powerful statement highlighted the critical neglect of surgical care within the global health agenda,…

Surgical Care in Refugee Populations: Addressing the Unmet Needs and Overcoming Challenges

ISIK, ARDA, RASA, KEMAL, Sartelli, Massimo · Impact Surgery;

The global refugee population, currently estimated at 35.3 million by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), is one of the most vulnerable groups in the world, facing daily threats of violence, confl…

Reflecting on Our Journey and Looking Ahead to 2025

Bhangu, Aneel · Impact Surgery;

As we approach the end of 2024, I am humbled to reflect on the journey of Impact Surgery. What began as a bold vision to create a platform for critical discussions in surgery has evolved into a dynamic and influential j…

Thrombosed Spermatic Vein-a Rare Cause of Testicular Mass

Awad, Rabih, Al-Mousawi , Maytham, Chanbour, Hani, Abou Khater , Danielle, Abes, Leila, Awad, Ayman · Impact Surgery;

Acute thrombophlebitis of spermatic vein is an uncommon pathology with an ill-defined etiology. Most patients present with acute testicular or inguinal pain, frequently misdiagnosed as incarcerated inguinal hernia or te…

Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Regarding Antibiotics usages among Medical Students at Zawia University

Reemah Almadah, Hana Alazraq, Mufida Khetresh, Shahrazad Gazeti · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious threat to global public health. It increases morbidity and mortality, and is associated with high economic costs due to its health care burden. Medical students are particular…

Evaluating the Surface Properties of Prosthodontic Polymer Impression Materials

Asmaa Abdeewi, Gazia Elbakosh, Milad Elshah, Abdalbri Rhab, Nasib Inwidah, Samah Abu iemayd, Areej Akhmaaj · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Surface properties of prosthodontic polymer impression materials, such as hardness, roughness, and accuracy, are crucial for the accurate replication of oral structures in restorative dentistry. To evaluate the surface…

Trans-Scaphoid Lunate Fracture Dislocation: A Case Report of a Rare Injury

Younes, Sanad, Saad, Ahmad, Buahlaika , Zeyad · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Trans-scaphoid lunate dislocation is an uncommon injury but can be devastating, causing loss of wrist joint movement and function, and compromising grip strength. In this report, we present a case of a 48-year-old man w…

The Reality of Application of Risk Management in Children Hospital in Benghazi

Faten Salem, Zainab Hashim, Noor Alhuda Almahdi, Hadil Almghrabi, Marwa Nasib, Raghda Miftah · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Risk management in public hospitals is the process that aims to identify potential risks, evaluate them, and plan to deal with them effectively. This study was intended to explore the reality of application of risk mana…

Synthesis of Esters with Different Flavors using Fisher Esterification

Fathia Altalhi, Hameda Algalbati, Abdunnaser Magrahi · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Among the most manufactured industrial organic chemicals are esters. They are widely used in a variety of household and commercial operations. This study was carried out using Fisher Esterification method to prepare the…

Evaluation of Thyroid Dysfunction among Libyan Patients with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus

Zainab EL Mabrouk, Abd Al Naser Mohammed, Fauzia Mohamed, Habiba El Jaafari, Nacereddine Toumi · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Thyroid disorders are more common in people with diabetes compared to the general population. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of thyroid disorders in Libyan patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and…

Jaundice and Associated Factors among Hospitalized Neonates in Tripoli-Libya

Rehab Walli, Abed Alnaser Drbal, Jannat Albashir · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Jaundice can occur in full term and preterm neonates within the first week of life. Severe neonatal jaundice can lead to death. This study was conducted to address the common risk factors associating with jaundice among…

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Health Care Professionals Toward Breastfeeding

Mohamed Kabouka, Ibtisam Hadeed, Soad Elmadah, Amal Said, Mohamed Hwiade, Suliman Abusrewil · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Successful initiation and continuation of breastfeeding is proportionate to the attitude and knowledge of health care professionals toward breastfeeding; therefore, we conducted a study in Alkhoms district hospital, aim…

Assessment of Microbial Contamination on Keyboards and Mice of Computers in Administrative Office in Surman City

Siham Ali · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

This study aimed to assess the level of microbial contamination on keyboards and mice used in administrative office in Sorman City. Samples were collected from 14 keyboards and 14 mice. Microbial analysis involved isola…

Comparison of Methods of Solving Improper Integrals Using Methods of Integration and the Gamma and Beta Functions

Aml Ali, Suad Alkhammas · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

In this paper, we study Improper Integrations and methods of solving them using the usual integration methods and comparing their solution using Gamma and Beta Functions, where we touched on the study of the types and p…

ACR Breast Density: Relationship with Age, and Its Impact on Mammographic and Ultrasound Findings

Wadyan Mustafa, Ola Mustafa · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Breast cancer is a commonest cancer among women. Early detection by screening and diagnostic mammography could be reduced morbidity rate. ACR breast density is a risk factor in diagnosis of breast cancer in women whom h…

Detection of Eimeria Parasites in Sheeps and Goats in Alhamada Area, Libya

Amal Hmaid, Juma Ahmed, Hana Dhaw, Ajaweed Aboulqsim, Rokaya Senni · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Since the Alhamada area is known for its rangelands and most of its inhabitants raise animals, especially sheep and goats, this study was conducted by collecting samples randomly from six herds of sheep distributed rand…

Seroprevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hepatitis E Virus Infection Among Blood Donors in Tripoli, Libya

Albasheeri, Ali, Huwiage, Goma, Nami, Abdurrazag, Ellafi, Ahlam, Amara, Khadija, Mahmoud, Abdusalam · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Hepatitis E (HE) is a transfusion-transmitted viral disease caused by the Hepatitis E virus (HEV). There are currently no national seroprevalence reports for Libyan blood donors. This study therefore aimed to evaluate H…

Assessment of Lead and Iron Concentration in Cosmetics Traded in the AL-Ajilat City Market

Khaled Hreeba, Abdulati Khalil, Nader Elaziby, Abduraouf Mohamed, Abdul Rahman Al-Tiani, Ibtesam Amer · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

This study examined the concentrations of heavy metals, namely lead (Pb) and iron (Fe), in lipsticks, foundations, and face powders to ensure compliance with international safety standards and assess potential health ri…

Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Corticosteroid Injections in Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis

Zeyad Buahlaika, Ahmad Saad, Sanad Younes · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

This study seeks to assess and compare the impact and functional outcomes of platelet-rich plasma and corticosteroid injections in individuals with knee osteoarthritis. In this prospective study, sixty randomly selected…

Collaborative Learning Platform for Academicians in Libya

Noureddon Beleid, Kinn Bakon, Mitrran Menon · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Higher education academicians face a variety of difficulties, such as the need for improved collaboration, streamlined communication, and effective resource management. In order to tackle these concerns, this study inve…

Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice About Vitamin Supplements Counseling in Libyan Community Pharmacies

Nada Salah, Najat Almokdmi · Attahadi Medical Journal;

Pharmacists play an important role in the healthcare system and have a greater impact on the outcome of public health programs. Patients who seek vitamin advice presume the role of community pharmacists including the re…

Evaluation of Prothrombin and Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

Halima Algadi · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disease accompanied by high blood glucose due to a defect in insulin secretion, insulin activity, or both. High blood glucose levels may lead to serious damage to some organs of the…

Effect of Plant Density and Harvest Data on Some Seeds Quality Characteristics of Pea Crop Pisum sativum L. var. Progress No.9

Aisha Ellafi, Ahmed Fateh Ayad, Abdul Majeed Zaghdani · AlQalam Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences;

An Experiment was conducted to investigate the effect of plant density and harvest dates on some characteristics of pea seeds quality Pisum sativum var. Progress No. 9, at the National Center for Multiplication and Hand…