Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet
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Malnutrition is common in infants and children with congenital heart disease (CHD). Cardiac surgery has improved patient survival and nutritional status. ⋯ Malnutrition was found in 40% of pediatric patients with CHD and cardiac surgery has a significant positive effect on weight gain and nutritional status.
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Methylphenidate (MPH) is generally considered to be first-line treatment for the core symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Long-term administration of MPH in childhood may have adverse effects on growth. ⋯ Prolonged medication with short-acting MPH has shown to have minimal impact on height only at the first 6 months; however, catch up growth was detected during adolescent period.
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Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) is a common problem in the neonates with a high mortality rate. The prevalence ranges from 0.38-0.99 per 1,000 live births at Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health. The survival rate has improved after the advent of high-frequency ventilation and inhaled nitric oxide. However, inhaled nitric oxide is expensive and unavailable in most neonatal centers in Thailand. Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor type 5 that selectively reduces pulmonary vascular resistance and hence may play a role in the treatment of PPHN. ⋯ Oral sildenafil may be effective in improving oxygenation in some infants with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn. Systemic hypotension was a cause for concern in the present study. Further studies are needed to assess the pharmacokinetics, efficacy and long-term side effects of this drug.
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To evaluate oxygen flow through several transtracheal devices in native and right angle kinked states. ⋯ Needle-catheters designed for vascular access are marginally capable of effective TJV. The Cook Transtracheal Jet Ventilation catheter proved to be the most robust device in the kinked state, but only when combined with a high-pressure oxygen conveyance system.
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Latex allergy is a major occupational health problem in health care workers who regularly use latex gloves. Dentists are one of the high risk groups for latex allergy and sensitization as it is generally found that healthcare workers (HCW) have 3 times greater prevalence of latex allergy. There are very few studies of latex allergy in HCW in Thailand. ⋯ The prevalence of latex allergy in dental students is 5% and the signs and symptoms were local cutaneous reaction; pruritus, eczema and contact urticaria. The latex sensitization rate in dental students was14.2%, which is higher than the general population. The possible risk factors included personal history of allergic diseases, duration and frequency of exposure. Therefore, primary prevention of the occupational latex allergy should be carefully considered especially concerning high risk factors.