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Neurological disorders associated with COVID-19 in Sri Lanka

Chang, T.; Wijeyekoon, R.; Keshavaraj, A.; Ranawaka, U.; Senanayake, S.; Ratnayake, P.; Senanayake, B.; Caldera, M.C.; Pathirana, G.; Sirisena, D.; Wanigasinghe, J.; Gunatilake, S.; ASN COVID-19 Study Group (BioMed Central,, 2023)

BACKGROUND: Neurological manifestations of SARS-CoV-2 infection have been reported from many countries around the world, including the South Asian region. This surveillance study aimed to describe the spectrum of neurological ...
Validation of fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) assay using an analyte-specific reagent in detecting aneuploidies of chromosomes 13, 18, 21, X, and Y in prenatal diagnosis

Ralalage, B.M.S.K.P.; Kaluarachchi, N.; Randunu, M.; Jainulabdeen, M.; Nanthakumar, R.; Viswakula, S.; Galhena, B.P. (LIDSEN Publishers, 2023)

Fluorescence In-Situ hybridization (FISH) is a sensitive and highly efficient technique commonly used in routine diagnostics. Most of these tests that use analyte-specific reagents are not approved by US Food and Drug ...
Pseudoainhum associated with lepromatous leprosy: A very rare association in modern world

Nishad, A.A.N.; Pathman, M.; Uwyse, S.A.; Mendis, A.; Abeysundara, P.K.; de Silva, A.P. (Chinese Medical Association Publishing House, 2023)

INTRODUCTION: Pseudoainhum (dactylolysis spontanea) is characterized by the development of a fibrous band around the digit that gradually leads to autoamputation. Digital pain associated with Pseudoainhum may not be evident ...
Disseminated tuberculosis presenting as meningitis and spondylodiscitis in an immunocompetent adult

Arumugam, J.; de Silva, S. (Medknow Publications, 2023)

Rationale: Disseminated tuberculosis involves the central nervous system in up to a third of cases. However, meningitis and spondylodiscitis due to miliary tuberculosis rarely occur together, particularly in the immuno-competent ...
Fetal echocardiographic assessment: impact of gestational age and maternal obesity.

Patabendige, M.; Kodithuwakku, S.U.; Perera, M.N.I.; Dias, T. (Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers, 2023)

AIM: To identify the ability to acquire various fetal cardiac views using two-dimensional ultrasound at different gestational age and body mass index (BMI) categories. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We performed a prospective ...
Genetic and metabolic aspects of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) pathogenicity

Samarasinghe, S.M.; Hewage, A.S.; Siriwardana, R.C.; Tennekoon, K.H.; Niriella, M.A.; de Silva, S. (Springer, 2023)

BACKGROUND: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common chronic liver disease showing a risingprevalence globally. Genetic predisposition plays a key role in the development and progression of the disease ...
Autoimmune hepatitis in a patient with cryoglobulinemic vasculitis: A rare association

Jeyapraniya, A.; de Silva, S. (Springer Nature Group, 2023)

When a patient with cryoglobulinemic vasculitis develops a concurrent liver disease, it is typically associated with hepatitis C. Here, we report the case of a patient with cryoglobulinemic vasculitis and autoimmune ...
Laboratory scale evaluation of the feasibility of locally found bladderworts as biological agents to control dengue vector, Aedes aegypti in Sri Lanka

Gunathilaka, N.; Perera, R.; Amerasinghe, D.; Udayanga, L. (BioMed Central, 2023)

BACKGROUND: The carnivorous genus Utricularia also includes aquatic species that have the potential to trap a wide range of prey, leading its death due to anoxia. However, the effectiveness of such an approach with carnivorous ...
Screen addiction among children and adolescents and the self-efficacy of mothers in screen use management during the COVID-19 lockdown in Sri Lanka

Baminiwatta, A.; Nanayakkara, T.D.; Fernando, A.; Wijethunga, S. (Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists, 2023)

BACKGROUND: The prevalence of problematic screen use (PSU) or “screen addiction” among children and adolescents may have escalated during the COVID-19 pandemic. The self-efficacy of the mothers in managing screen use in ...
Pharmacoeconomics amidst a financial crisis

Williams, S.S.; Medagedara, A.U.; de Silva, H.A. (Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists, 2023)

Cost effective strategies must be implemented amidst an economic crisis in Sri Lanka to mitigate ever increasing medicinal costs. Exploration of measures such as evidence based generic prescribing, cost effectiveness ...
Upper gastro intestinal endoscopy in pregnancy: A single centre experience

Abeysuriya, V.; Dodampahala, H.S.; Chandrasena, L. (Sri Lanka college of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, 2023)

INTRODCTION: Upper gastro intestinal (GI) endoscopy is advisable to perform when strongly indicated during pregnancy. This study was to evaluate the outcomes of upper GI endoscopy during pregnancy. METHODS: A single centre ...
The usefulness of flexible sigmoidoscopy in bleeding per rectum during pregnancy: an observational study

Abeysuriya, V.; Dodampahala, S.H.; Chandrasena, L. (Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, 2023)

INTRODUCTION: Bleeding per rectum is not an infrequent complaint during pregnancy, which may require endoscopic evaluation and treatment. Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a relatively simple, quick procedure. The current study ...
Acute appendicitis in pregnancy

Abeysuriya, V.; Dodampahala, H.S.; Chandrasena, L. (Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, 2023)

INTRODUCTION: The early diagnosis and management of appendicitis in pregnancy are essential in maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. In this 20-year retrospective study, we aimed to assess the outcomes of pregnant ...
Usefulness of knowledge in anatomy of the internal iliac artery in its ligation during life-threatening pelvic haemorrhages

Dodampahala, S.H.; Chandrasena, L.; Abeysuriya, V. (Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, 2023)

INTRODUCTION: Post-Partum haemorrhage is a significant cause of maternal mortality. Bilateral internal iliac artery ligation is a life-saving procedure to control massive obstetric and gynaecological haemorrhages. Bilateral ...
The influence of preoperative counselling on the incidence and the adaptation of postoperative dysphotopsia

Salvin, K.A. (College of Ophthalmologists of Sri Lanka, 2022)

No abstract available
Medicolegal aspects of victims of assault admitted to a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka

Jayasundara, M.S.; Thivaharan, Y.; Muthulingam, T.; Borukgama, N.; Kulathunga, D.L.; Kitulwatte, I.D.G. (Academic Forensic Pathology, 2022)

INTRODUCTION: Violence with physical assault is a common cause of morbidity and mortality prevalent but not limited to underdeveloped countries. The opinion of the forensic expert is often indispensable in such cases to ...
Incisional herniae following lower segment caesarean section: A 20-year chart review

Dodampahala, S.H.; Chandrasena, L.; Abeysuriya, V. (Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, 2023)

INTRODUCTION: The rates of caesarean delivery is increasing worldwide as well as in Sri Lanka. Incisional hernia is a known complication of abdominal surgery. To our knowledge there has been no study to assess the incidence ...
The effect of glycaemic control on neutralizing antibody response to COVID-19 among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in the Kurunegala district of Sri Lanka; A prospective cohort study

Kottahachchi, D.; Badanasinghe, N.; Samarathunga, P.; Sandeepani, P.; Cooray, S.; Warnakulasuriya, T. (Endocrine Society of Sri Lanka, 2023)

BACKGROUND: The antibody response following COVID-19 vaccination among patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) is of particular concern given the increased risk of severe disease in this population. The correlation between ...
Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Sinhala version of the hospital anxiety and depression scale (HADS) for patients diagnosed with ischemic heart disease (IHD) in Sri Lanka

Gamage, C.K.W.; de Zoysa, P.; Balasuriya, A.; Fernando, N.; Jayamanne, D. (College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka, 2023)

INTRODUCTION: The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) is a frequently used instrument to measure depression and anxiety symptoms among patients diagnosed with ischaemic heart disease (IHD). However, a Sinhala ...
Empowering women via public health

Perera, M. N. (College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka, 2023)

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