Salwa Ali Marzouk

Prof. Dr. Salwa Ali Marzouk


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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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31 January 2025 in Healthcare
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RSReynita Saguban
Reynita Saguban
AAAsmaa Mohamed AlAbd
Asmaa Mohamed AlAbd
EREvalyn Rondilla
Evalyn Rondilla
Joyce Batuyog ButaJoyce Batuyog Buta
Joyce Batuyog Buta
SMSalwa Ali Marzouk
Salwa Ali Marzouk
FGFerdinand Gonzales
Ferdinand Gonzales
Background/Objectives: This study aims to determine the level of anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances in patients with chronic kidney disease, as well as the interactions between the three comorbidities, and the implications it has for health practitioners. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study, following the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) guidelines, was implemented whereby 179 patients with chronic kidney disease attending a government hospital were recruited to this study. Results: Our results showed that 65.9% of the participants had the metrics of severe anxiety while 34.1 percent had moderate anxiety. Further, it was reported that more than half 51.4% of participants had poor sleep quality. The levels of depression reported by the patients were roughly 40.2% minimal depression, 29.6% mild, 21.2% moderate, and 8.9% depression that was severe. There was a significant correlation between mental health disease together with sociodemographic variables such as gender, marital status, educational status, and nationality (p < 0.05). Cut points of those aged 26–35 found younger patients experiencing higher anxiety levels (cut point (AOR = 2.792; p = 0.021)), and they also had poorer sleep quality (AOR = 0.403; p = 0.020). Conclusion: Our findings illustrate the importance of more frequent early mental health measures and strategies that help patients with chronic kidney diseases. The main study limitation was the cross-sectional design, which allows for correlational but not causal statements to be made. We address a gap in the literature with our results by noting specific demographic characteristics that are associated with poor mental health in chronic kidney disease populations and discuss practical and policy recommendations aimed at enhancing the mental well-being of chronic kidney disease patients.

17 November 2025 in Healthcare
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AAAsmaa Mohamed AlAbd
Asmaa Mohamed AlAbd
Mohammed Hassan MoreljwabMohammed Hassan Moreljwab
Mohammed Hassan Moreljwab
SMSalwa Ali Marzouk
Salwa Ali Marzouk
Mahmoud Abdelwahab KhedrMahmoud Abdelwahab Khedr
Mahmoud Abdelwahab Khedr
JAJawza Hmeid Hmood Alrashidi
Jawza Hmeid Hmood Alrashidi
SNSarah Sulieman Al Nawasreh
Sarah Sulieman Al Nawasreh
Background: Exclusive breastfeeding is widely acknowledged as beneficial for a baby’s health and development. However, Saudi Arabia remains one of the few countries where this practice is still uncommon. This study explores the factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding intention among primigravida women in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional design and systematic random sampling technique were utilized to collect data from a total of 436 primigravida women. Results: More than half of the participants (58.3%) expressed high intentions toward exclusive breastfeeding. The most significant modifiable predictors of exclusive breastfeeding intention among these women were age, education, nationality, and planned pregnancy. Additionally, adequate knowledge of breastfeeding (Adjusted Odds Ratio [AOR]: 0.402, Confidence Interval [CI]: 0.226–0.717) and a positive attitude toward breastfeeding (AOR: 0.396, CI: 0.223–0.705) emerged as independent predictors of high breastfeeding intention. Conclusions: The study revealed that while more than half of the primigravida women demonstrated a high intention to practice exclusive breastfeeding (EBF), this level of intention is still considered inadequate for achieving optimal breastfeeding practices. Key factors influencing their breastfeeding attitudes included maternal age, education level, ethnicity, pregnancy planning, and knowledge about breastfeeding.