The aim of this study was to investigate the attitude of dentists in Kuwait toward the use of nitrous oxide sedation as a behavior management technique (BMT) for pediatric patients and assess their training in nitrous oxide sedation. In addition, we assessed parents' knowledge of and attitude toward the use of nitrous oxide as a BMT for their children.
Published in 01 March 2016
Candida auris, a multidrug-resistant species, has the propensity of nosocomial transmission despite normal decontamination procedures. Here, we describe the isolation of C auris from patients in various hospitals in Kuwait during 2014-2018. Susceptibility to antifungal drugs and molecular basis of resistance to fluconazole, voriconazole and micafungin were also studied.
Published in 01 January 2020
This is a retrospective study to evaluate epidemiology and etiologies of childhood meningitis in Kuwait after the routine introduction of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine.
Published in 01 November 2017
Candida auris is a recently recognized yeast pathogen, which has attracted worldwide attention due to its multidrug-resistant nature and associated high mortality rates. Its persistence in hospital environment and propensity of nosocomial transmission underscores the need of continuous monitoring to prevent outbreaks. Since the first case of C. auris candidemia in May, 2014, we have identified 17 additional invasive cases, which are described here.
Published in 01 October 2018
The aim of this study was to investigate the infections due to OXA-48 carbapenemase-producing bacteria in tertiary hospitals in Kuwait (September 2011 to April 2013) and to determine the sequence types (STs) of the corresponding isolates. Eleven OXA-48 carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae isolates were recovered from patients treated in nine different hospitals in Kuwait.
Published in 01 June 2015
A clinico-pathological study of 143 cases of malignancy of the naso-pharynx diagnosed and treated at the E.N.T. and Radiotherapy Departments of Al-Sabah Hospital, Kuwait, between the years 1963 to 1974 inclusive is presented. The entire population of Kuwait is served and also a variable but small number of Nomads.
Published in 01 August 1978
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body. The management of the disease includes nonpharmacotherapy and pharmacotherapy.
Published in 01 August 2014
This cross-sectional observational study assessed the pattern of musculoskeletal disorder (MSDs) suffered by bank office workers in Kuwait.
Published in 01 January 2010
A nonrandom sampIe of 2972 Kuwaitis answered a questionnaire about smoking behaviour and beliefs. More than one-third (35%) were nonsmokers, 45% smoked only the waterpipe, 12% only cigarettes and 8% both waterpipe and cigarettes.
Published in 01 November 2010
Here we present the findings of a study where 598 isolates of Escherichia coli (351 derived from seawater; 247 derived from the Venus clam, Circenita callipyga) were obtained from Kuwait's marine environment. Isolates were screened for their potential resistance to an array of 23 commonly deployed frontline antibiotics.
Published in 01 April 2018
To investigate the prevalence of nonpolymorphic resistance-associated mutations (RAM) in HIV-1 patients on first-line antiretroviral therapy in Kuwait.
Published in 01 January 2018
Campylobacter jejuni is a major cause of diarrhea worldwide, including Kuwait. Kuwait is an important destination for commerce, employment for expatriates, and stationing of multinational troops. Knowledge about antimicrobial susceptibility of C. jejuni will be helpful for empirical treatment of infection.
Published in 01 June 2009
Cyberlindnera fabianii has rarely been reported as a human pathogen. Here, we describe an outbreak of C. fabianii fungaemia involving 10 preterm neonates during a seven-month period in Kuwait and review the published reports.
Published in 01 January 2019
The practice of hospital pharmacists in many developing countries has been changing to include the delivery of direct patient care services, but practice change can be a challenging process. This article explores the perceptions of hospital pharmacists in Kuwait about the enablers and challenges to expanding their scope of practice to include direct patient care.
Published in 01 April 2021
The aim of this study was to investigate the genetic determinants of fusidic acid (FA) resistance in MRSA isolated from patients in Kuwait hospitals.
Published in 01 January 2021
The metabolic syndrome is a cluster of cardiovascular risk factors and its prevalence is alarmingly high in Kuwait, affecting nearly one third of the adult population. There is lack of information about the role of community pharmacists in the care of patients with the metabolic syndrome.
Published in 01 February 2013
Sabkhas in Kuwait are unique hypersaline marine environments under-explored for bacterial community composition and bioprospecting. The 16S rRNA sequence analysis of 46 isolates with distinct morphology from two Kuwait sabkhas recovered 11 genera.
Published in 01 August 2021
The accreditation of healthcare organizations has been applied as a quality assurance mechanism of healthcare services. Kuwait health authorities implemented a national healthcare accreditation program at the governmental healthcare system. This study aimed to explore the perceptions of healthcare professionals (HCPs) about healthcare accreditation, perceived challenges to implementing accreditation, and views on how to overcome these challenges.
Published in 01 December 2021
The present study aims to develop an eco-friendly methodology for the recovery of nickel (Ni), molybdenum (Mo), and vanadium (V) from the refinery waste spent hydroprocessing catalyst. The proposed process has two stages: the first stage is to separate alumina, while the second stage involves the separation of metal compounds.
Published in 01 January 2018
Since the introduction of liver transplantation (LTx) in children suffering from liver failure in 1963, many centres around the world have offered this service to children that have no other alternative. The aim of this retrospective study is to analyse the results of paediatric liver transplant in Kuwait over the last decade.
Published in 01 December 2012