Modeling Zero-inflated Count Data Using Generalized Poisson and Ordinal Logistic Regression Models in Medical Research
CONCLUSIONS: This study establishes that the proposed GP model offers a more advantageous alternative to the OLR model. Moreover, the GP model facilitates easier modeling and interpretation when compared to the OLR model.PMID:38686000 | PMC:PMC11056604 | DOI:10.5001/omj.2024.41 (Source: Oman Medical Journal)
Source: Oman Medical Journal - April 30, 2024 Category: Middle East Health Authors: Bijesh Yadav Lakshmanan Jeyaseelan Marimuthu Sappani Thenmozhi Mani Sebastian George Shrikant I Bangdiwala Source Type: research
Prevalence of Diabetic Retinopathy Among Individuals with Diabetes in Gulf Cooperation Council countries: A Systematic Review and 
Meta-analysis
CONCLUSIONS: The prevalence of DR was high in the GCC countries. Our findings provide crucial information for the public healthcare systems in these countries to actively educate the public and screen at-risk populations for undiagnosed cases of diabetes, detect early stages of retinopathy, and provide required care to minimize the number of untreated cases.PMID:38651051 | PMC:PMC11033453 | DOI:10.5001/omj.2024.77 (Source: Oman Medical Journal)
Source: Oman Medical Journal - April 23, 2024 Category: Middle East Health Authors: Zoelfigar Mohamed Malek Al-Natour Hilal Al Rahbi Source Type: research
The Quality of Life of Urban Omani People During the COVID-19 Pandemic in A'Seeb Wilayat: A Cross-sectional Study
CONCLUSIONS: Physical and mental impacts are very common during the COVID-19 pandemic. Several risk factors were identified. Public health programs need to be implemented to mitigate the negative impact of COVID-19 on quality of life.PMID:38623538 | PMC:PMC11016751 | DOI:10.5001/omj.2024.51 (Source: Oman Medical Journal)
Source: Oman Medical Journal - April 16, 2024 Category: Middle East Health Authors: Mohammed Al Hinai Zalikha Issa Al Belushi Asma Said Al Shidhani Maisa Hamed Al Kiyumi Source Type: research
