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Suhaib H. Kakamad

  1. Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Qaiwan International University, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
  2. Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Qaiwan International University, Sulaimaniyah, Iraq
  3. Research Center, Qaiwan International University, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
  4. Department of Immunology and Hematology, College of Medicine, Kurdistan University of Medical Science, Sanandaj, Iran
  5. College of Medicine, Department of Immunology and Hematology, Kurdistan University of Medical Science, Sanandaj, Iran
  6. Collage of Medicine, Department of Immunology and Hematology, Kurdistan University of Medical Science, Sanandaj, Iran
  7. Collage of Medicine, Department of Immunology and Hematology. Kurdistan University of Medical Science, Sanandaj, Iran
  8. Kscien Organization for Scientific Research (Middle East office), Hamid Str, Azadi Mall, Sulaimani, Kurdstan, Iraq
Articles
21
Published
2023–2026
Corresponding
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Reads
39,810
Downloads
18,183
Citations
153

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Publishes with

Berun A. Abdalla — 19 articles together Fahmi H. Kakamad — 16 articles together Shvan H. Mohammed — 11 articles together Fakher Abdullah — 8 articles together Yousif M. Mahmood — 7 articles together Abdulwahid M. Salih — 6 articles together Hawbash M. Rahim — 6 articles together Hiwa O. Abdullah — 6 articles together Marwan N Hassan — 6 articles together Abdullah K. Ghafour — 5 articles together Karokh K. Mohammed — 4 articles together Mohammed Q. Mustafa — 4 articles together

and 129 others across 21 articles

Articles21

Suhaib H. Kakamad

  • Resistance Patterns of Gram-Negative Bacteria and Surgical Site Infections Across the Middle East: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Meer Kamal, Mohammad Al-Tamimi, Ayman D. Alsheikh, Imdat Kilbas, Khaled M. Aboshanab, Muhammad Yasir, Mutasim E. Ibrahim, Shnya R. Hamalaw and 6 more

    Introduction Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a leading healthcare-associated infection, driven by multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria. Regional data from the Middle East remain limited. This meta-analysis aimed to estimate pooled antimicrobial resistance (AMR) profiles of Gram-negative isolates (GNI)…

    2026 158 reads 0 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v4i2.245

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  • Safety and Efficacy of Atezolizumab in Ovarian Cancer

    Rebaz M. Ali, Sami S. Omar, Shano M. Ali, Shvan H. Mohammed, Karokh K. Mohammed, Mohammed Q. Mustafa, Yousif M. Mahmood, Suhaib H. Kakamad and 8 more

    Introduction Although the efficacy of PD-L1 blockade has been evaluated in analyses that combine pharmacologically distinct antibodies, the specific efficacy and safety of atezolizumab remain unclear. This review aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety profile of atezolizumab specifically. Methods PubMed/MEDLINE and…

    2026 463 reads 0 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v4i2.238

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  • Non-Recommended Publishing Lists: Strategies for Detecting Deceitful Journals

    Fahmi H. Kakamad, Shvan H. Mohammed, Berun A. Abdalla, Dahat A. Hussein, Zuhair D. Hammood, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Diyar A. Omar, Kayhan A. Najar and 6 more

    The rapid growth of open access publishing (OAP) has significantly improved the accessibility and dissemination of scientific knowledge. However, this expansion has also contributed to the emergence of non-recommended journals (NRJs) and non-recommended publishers (NRPs) that exploit researchers by offering rapid…

    2026 2,535 reads 17 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v4i1.227

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  • Early Onset of Coronary Subclavian Steal Syndrome: A Case Report and Literature Review

    Jalal Gareeb, Farman J. Ahmed, Hemn H. Mohammad, Karokh F. Hamahussein, Soran H. Tahir, Sumaya Sabah Abdulrahman, Meer M. Abdulkarim, Suhaib H. Kakamad

    Introduction Coronary subclavian steal syndrome (CSSS) is a rare phenomenon that often goes undiagnosed and causes severe complications, including death. This report presents a case of CSSS with unexpectedly early presentation following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Case presentation A 49-year-old male with…

    2025 1,587 reads 0 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v4i1.217

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  • Blood Cross Matching Without Anti-Human Globulin (AHG) and Bovine Serum: A New Interest for an Old Idea

    Suhaib H. Kakamad, Mohieddin Barzegar, Mohammad Reza Rahmani

    Introduction Transfusion medicine promotes the safety of blood transfusions by rigorously testing to eliminate risks of infection and hemolytic. The efficacy (to correct and identify antibodies) of a modified cross-matching method that excludes the use of anti-human globulin (AHG) bovine serum with that of the…

    2024 6,716 reads 0 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v2i4.136

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  • Evolution of Antimicrobial Resistance in Community vs. Hospital-Acquired Infections

    Ayman M. Mustafa, Rawezh Q. Salih, Hidayat A. Yaseen, Wafa A. Hamadameen, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Fakher Abdullah, Karokh K. Mohammed, Dyari Q. Hamad and 7 more

    Introduction Hospitals are high-risk environments for infections. Despite the global recognition of these pathogens, few studies compare microorganisms from community-acquired and hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). This study compares these microorganisms and explores their relationship with patients' comorbidities…

    2024 3,741 reads 4 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v2i4.138

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  • Evolving Pattern of Human Cystic Echinococcosis: A Cross-Sectional Study

    Ayman M. Mustafa, Yousif M. Mahmood, Fakher Abdullah, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Hemn H. Kaka Ali, Azad Star Hattam, Abdullah K. Ghafour, Saywan K. Asaad and 8 more

    Introduction Cystic echinococcosis (CE) poses a considerable public health challenge in many countries. Due to the absence of comprehensive CE surveillance and management guidelines and varying demographic and geographical factors across countries, examining the disease's epidemiology and clinical manifestations…

    2024 1,200 reads 2 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v2i3.119

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  • Effect of Sunitinib in the Management of Lung Cancer: A Systematic Review of Clinical Trials

    Rebaz M. Ali, Sami S. Omar, Fahmi H. kakamad, Harem K. Ahmed, Diyar A. Omar, Yousif M. Mahmood, Mohammed Q. Mustafa, Aland S. Abdullah and 7 more

    Introduction Lung cancer is the most common cancer in terms of both incidence and mortality. Although usually managed with surgery, novel immunotherapies are gradually becoming more popular. The effect of sunitinib with and without erlotinib in the management of lung cancer is reviewed. Methods Eligible search engines…

    2024 1,081 reads 1 citation

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v2i2.95

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  • Predatory Publishing Lists: A Review on the Ongoing Battle Against Fraudulent Actions

    Hiwa O. Abdullah, Berun A. Abdalla, Fahmi H. Kakamad, Jafaar O. Ahmed, Hiwa O. Baba, Marwan N. Hassan, Rawa Bapir, Hawbash M. Rahim and 13 more

    Predatory journals challenge the scholarly community by muddling the boundary between legitimate and dubious publishing practices. Despite the awareness of predatory publishers, there are no globally accepted criteria for identifying them. Various warning lists have emerged as predatory practices evolve, but they are…

    2024 4,174 reads 48 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v2i2.91

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  • Bilateral Giant Pulmonary Hydatid Cysts in a Pediatric Patient: A Rare Case Report

    Wirya N. Sabr, Azad Star Hattam, Karzan M. Hasan, Honar Othman Kareem, Harem K. Ahmed, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Fahmi H. Kakamad, Berun A. Abdalla

    Introduction Pulmonary hydatid cysts, resulting from the Echinococcus tapeworm larva, primarily affect the lungs. The global incidence is elevated in regions with prevalent livestock farming due to the ingestion of Echinococcus eggs. Bilateral involvement is an infrequent presentation, carrying inherent respiratory…

    2024 824 reads 2 citations

    doi:10.58742/beb68v43

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  • Presentation and Management of Porocarcinoma: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of More Than One Thousand Patients

    Aland S. Abdullah, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Fakher Abdullah, Yousif M. Mahmood, Gona M. Fatah, Imad J. Habibullah, Ronak S. Ahmed, Rebaz H. Ali and 5 more

    Introduction Porocarcinoma is an aggressive cutaneous carcinoma arising from the intraepidermal component of the sweat glands. Given its uncommon nature, only a limited number of studies have addressed this issue. This study summarizes the different presentations and management of the disease. Methods The eligible…

    2024 2,733 reads 2 citations

    doi:10.58742/7xjek960

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  • Post COVID-19 Pulmonary Fibrosis Management: A Systematic Review

    Hamdi Yahya Al Turkey, Aland S. Abdullah, Harem K. Ahmed, Bnar J. Hama Amin, Yousif M. Mahmood, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Aso N. Qadir, Hemin S. Mohammed and 6 more

    Introduction Post-COVID-19 Pulmonary Fibrosis (PC-19-PF) is among the complications following COVID-19. It is the complication that is associated with the most amount of long-term impact on the respiratory system. Different physicians approach management in different ways; therefore, we conduct a study to neatly…

    2024 1,480 reads 0 citations

    doi:10.58742/cgrahg12

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  • Recurrent Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS): A Systematic Review of the Literature

    Fahmi H. Kakamad, Saywan K. Asaad, Abdullah K. Ghafour, Nsren S. Sabr, Soran H. Tahir, Belan M. Radha, Rezheen J. Rashid, Choman S. Omer and 5 more

    Abstract Introduction Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a set of symptoms that arise when neurovascular bundles are compressed in the course of passage through three spaces: the costoclavicular junction, the scalene triangle, and the pectoralis minor space. This study aims to review the literature regarding the proper…

    2023 1,242 reads 3 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v1i2.45

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  • The Role of Lumbar Sympathectomy in the Management of Buerger's Disease: A Systematic Review

    Helin Hussein, Luqman M. Ali Hassan, Piwand Abdulkarim, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Abdullah K. Ghafour, Imad J. Habibullah, Muhammed Bag A. Ali, Dlshad Hamasaeed Ahmed and 7 more

    Abstract Introduction Lumbar sympathectomy has been explored to manage Buerger's disease (BD) with varying success rates, but the results are often controversial. Despite the substantial morbidity associated with BD, there is a scarcity of comprehensive reviews on the topic. The current study is a systematic review of…

    2023 2,457 reads 0 citations

    doi:10.58742/0dfzxe04

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  • Role of ChatGPT and Google Bard in the Diagnosis of Psychiatric Disorders: A Comparative Study

    Yadgar N. Abbas, Yousif M. Mahmood, Hemn A. Hassan, Dyari Qadir Hamad, Sabah Jalal Hasan, Diyar A. Omer, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Hussein M. HamaSalih and 6 more

    Introduction The incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) in the medical decision-making matrix has captured interest across diverse medical domains. This study aimed to juxtapose the decision-making patterns of humans and artificial intelligence regarding psychiatric disorders. Methods A set of case stories…

    2023 1,247 reads 5 citations

    doi:10.58742/4vd6h741

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  • Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: A Comparative Study of ChatGPT and Google Bard in Clinical Diagnostics

    Aso S. Muhialdeen, Shorsh A. Mohammed, Nahida Hama Ameen Ahmed, Shaho F. Ahmed, Wriya N. Hassan, Hoshmand R. Asaad, Dana T. Gharib, Huda M. Muhammad and 13 more

    Introduction The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard promises transformative advances in clinical diagnostics. The aim of this study is to examine the ability of these two AI tools to diagnose various medical scenarios. Methods Experts from varied medical domains curated 20…

    2023 1,062 reads 5 citations

    doi:10.58742/pry94q89

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  • Role of Ultrasound in Diagnosis of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Review Article

    Nsren Sharef Sabr, Fakher Abdullah, Hiwa Shafiq Namiq, Nashaddin A. Mohammed, Zardasht Mahmud Ahamed, Abdullah K. Ghafour, Saywan Kakarash Asaad, Fahmi H. Kakamad and 7 more

    Neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (nTOS), characterized by brachial plexus compression within the thoracic outlet, poses diagnostic challenges due to its variable symptoms and lack of standardized criteria. Ultrasound has emerged as a valuable diagnostic tool, offering dynamic imaging, high-resolution visualization…

    2023 1,431 reads 1 citation

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v1i2.47

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  • ChatGPT Insight and Opinion Regarding the Controversies in Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Case-Based Study

    Ameer M. Salih, Nashaddin A. Mohammed, Yousif M. Mahmood, Sabah J. Hassan, Hiwa S. Namiq, Abdullah K. Ghafour, Saywan K. Asaad, Suhaib H. Kakamad and 7 more

    Introduction There are several controversies regarding thoracic outlet syndrome. This manuscript evaluates the utility of ChatGPT in providing insights into the controversies surrounding neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome (nTOS). Methods The following questions were chatted with ChatGPT based on OpenAI's GPT-4…

    2023 1,014 reads 5 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v1i2.48

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  • Mitigating the Burden of Meningitis Outbreak; ChatGPT and Google Bard Recommendations for the General Populations: General Practitioners and Pediatricians

    Ameer M. Salih, Bilal A. Mohammed, Karzan M. Hasan, Fattah H. Fattah, Zana B. Najmadden, Fahmi H. Kakamad, Soran M. Ahmed, Honar Othman Kareem and 3 more

    Introduction ChatGPT and Bard are large language models, both are artificial intelligence designed to understand natural language and generate human-like responses to text-based inputs. The aim of this study is to assess the ChatGPT and Bard Recommendations for the general populations; general practitioners and…

    2023 1,554 reads 4 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v1i2.32

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  • Uniport Versus Multiport Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS): Comparisons and outcomes: A Review Article

    Pavel M. Kareem, Sanna O. Karim, Hawar A. Sofi, Fuad Emad Fuad, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Hiwa O. Abdullah, Berun A. Abdalla, Shavn M. Hussein and 4 more

    There are contr oversies regarding the number of ports in video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). The aim of this review is to compare the outcomes of multiport VATS and uniport VATS in form of postoperative pain, hospital stay, the volume of blood loss, duration of operation, duration of postoperative drainage…

    2023 1,046 reads 3 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v1i1.15

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  • Kscien’s List; A New Strategy to Discourage Predatory Journals and Publishers (Second Version)

    Aso S. Muhialdeen, Jaafar Omer Ahmed, Hiwa O. Baba, Ismael Y. Abdullah, Hemn Ali Hassan, Kayhan A. Najar, Tomas M. Mikael, Mohammed Q. Mustafa and 19 more

    Kscien’s list is currently the most up-to-date blacklist. The current study aims to add some additional properties to the first version of Kscien’s list in order to recognize predatory publications more appropriately. Kscien has developed two other independent lists besides the four previous ones under the titles…

    2023 2,065 reads 51 citations

    doi:10.58742/bmj.v1i1.14

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