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Article History

Received: 3 August 2024

Accepted: 5 September 2024

First Online: 29 October 2024

Declarations

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: The research protocol underwent rigorous review and received approval from an independent ethical committee, confirming its compliance with ethical standards. This clinical study adhered to the principles of research ethics, ensuring the protection and well-being of participants. Participation in the study was entirely voluntary, and all individuals provided informed consent before inclusion. Throughout the study, participants were accorded the freedom to ask questions and seek clarifications regarding any aspect of the research. Importantly, all participants retained the autonomy to withdraw from the study at any stage without incurring any penalties or negative consequences. This commitment to voluntary participation, informed consent, and participant autonomy underscores our dedication to upholding the highest ethical standards in clinical research. The ethical approval was granted by the Institutional Review Board at the Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Registration No. FRP/2024/543).

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: The authors declare no competing interests.