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Histopathological spectrum in acute and chronic Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in Sri Lanka

Manamperi, N.H.; Fernando, C.; Pathirana, K.P.N.; Karunaweera, N.D.; Abeyewickreme, W.; de Silva, M.V.C. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Histological spectrum in cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is wide and varied. The objective of this study is to describe the histological spectrum of acute and chronic CL. METHOD: Skin biopsies ...
Unconditional probability of death between ages 30 and 70 years and age standardized mortality rates due to major NCDs in Sri Lanka

Karunapema, R.P.P.; Hensman, D.; Ediriweera, D.; Karunapema, R.P.D.D. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Monitoring of mortality (unconditional probability of death and age standardized mortality rates) due to major four non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is important to evaluate effectiveness of ...
Trend of smoking and tobacco use in Sri Lanka 1960 - 2010: is it affected by cigarette pricing?

Athauda, L.K.; Wickremasinghe, A.R. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

Introduction and objectives: The prevalence of smoking among adults in Sri Lanka in 2012 was estimated as 9.3%, with prevalences being 18.6% for males and 0.2% for females. This study aimed to describe smoking and tobacco ...
Developing and validating a tool to assess empowerment for tobacco control

Perera, K.M.N.; Guruge, G.N.D.; Jayawardana, P.L. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Empowerment is defined as the mechanism by which individuals, organizations and communities gain mastery over their lives. Many tobacco control interventions aim to empower individuals but ...
Prevalence of migraine among medical students of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya

Gunawardane, W.D.M.A.; Amarathunga, A.A.C.; Hakmana, K.R.; Warnakuiasuriya, D.T.D.; Selliah, S. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Migraine is identified as a common primary headache disorder which represents a significant global health problem due to its frequency and substantial disability. Migraine among medical ...
A case series of duplication errors due to brand name confusion - experience from a Sri Lankan teaching hospital

Mamunuwa, A.M.V.G.N.; Jayamanne, S.F.; Coombes, J.; Lynch, C.B.; Perera, D.M.P.; Pathiraja, V.M.; Shanika, L.G.T.; Mohamed, F.; Dawson, A.H. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Confusion with drug names has been identified as a leading cause of medication errors. The majority of these errors result from look-alike or sound-alike drugs. This case series aims to provide ...
Importance of communicating medication changes to patients at discharge -a prospective case study

Pathiraja, V.M.; Jayamanne, S.F.; Lynch, C.B.; Coombes, J.; Perera, D.M.P.; Mamunuwa, A.M.V.G.N.; Shanika, L.G.T.; Mohamed, F.; Dawson, A.H. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Patients may inadvertently continue their previous medication regimen without understanding changes made by prescribers as part of in-patient care. Inadequate patient education at discharge can ...
Availability, price and affordability of selected medicines for treatment of NCDs in Sri Lanka

Fernandopulle, B.M.R.; Samarasinghe, S.V.A.C.; Abeyawardena, C.; Wickremasinghe, R. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: In Sri Lanka non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading causes of mortality and morbidity. Therefore it is important to identify gaps in access and availability of essential medicines for ...
Focus of an undergraduate professionalism curriculum; perceptions of Sri Lankan medical students

Chandratilake, M.; Samararatne, R.; Ranathunga, D.C. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: The attempts made by medical schools for professionalism ducation have proven to be challenging. We explored the perceptions of medical students on teaching/learning, and assessment of ...
Impact of a ward-based clinical pharmacy service in reducing drug-related hospital re-admissions in patients with chronic non-communicable diseases; evidence from a controlled trial in Sri Lanka

Shanika, L.G.T.; Wijekoon, N.; Jayamanne, S.; Coombes, J.; Mamunuwa, N.; Dawson, A.; de Silva, H.A. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Literature showed that pharmacists' interventions helped to reduce drug related hospital re-admissions. The objective of this study was to determine the impact of a ward-based clinical pharmacy ...
Impact of a ward-based clinical pharmacist on improving medication knowledge and adherence in patients with chronic non-communicable diseases

Shanika, L.G.T.; Wijekoon, N.; Jayamanne, S.; Coombes, J.; Coombes, I.; Perera, D.; Pathiraja, V.; Dawson, A.; de Silva, H.A. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: This is the first study done in Sri Lanka to evaluate the benefit of a ward-based pharmacist on improving medication knowledge and adherence in patients with chronic non-communicable diseases. ...
Quality of the specimens received at a histopathology laboratory of a medical faculty in Sri Lanka

Weerasinghe, T.M.B.; Weddagala, W.M.S.R.; Weerasekara, W.M.M.O.R.; Wasala, W.M.A.D.; Weerasinghe, M.P.A.M.; Mahendra, B.A.G.G.; Pathmeswaran, A. (Sri Lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: The accuracy of the histopathology reporting depends on the completeness of the request forms and the condition of specimens. To assess the completeness of histopathology request forms and the ...
Is the length of hospital stay in the private sector longer if the patient has insurance?

Abeysuriya, V.; Chandrasena, L.G.; Kasturiratne, A.; Wickremasinghe, A.R. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Hospital length of stay (LOS) describes the duration of a single episode of hospitalization. The aim of this study was to determine the association between hospital LOS in a private ...
King coconut water, tender coconut water, Gatorade and ORS: which rehydrates athletes best?

Athauda, L.K.; Kasturiratne, A.; de Silva, A.P.; Wickremasinghe, A.R. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: A randomized controlled, crossover trial was conducted to assess the rehydrating ability of exclusive consumption of king coconut water (KC) tender coconut water (TCW), Gatorade (G) and ORS as ...
Diffuse and nodular type hepatocellular carcinoma - a comparative study

Wickramarathne, S.D.J.; Jayarathne, V.S.; Siriwardana, R.C.; Liyanage, C.A.H.; Niriella, M.A.; Dassanayake, A.S.; Gunetilleke, M.B.; de Silva, A.P.; de Silva, H.J. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is increasing. Diffuse HCC (dHCC) is rare and data on such tumours are limited. METHOD: Ail consenting patients with HCC referred to Colombo North ...
Development of modified mismatch PCR-RFLP to screen mutations in codon 12 and 13 of K- ras gene of colorectal (CRC) patients in Sri Lanka

Dhilhani, M.F.F.; de Zoysa, M.I.M.; Chandrasekharan, N.V.; Gunawardene, Y.I.N.S.; Lokuhetti, M.D.S.; Dassanayake, R.S. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Mutations in K-ras codon 12, 13 of exon 2 are known to affect prognosis and impart resistance to anti EGFR monoclonal antibody therapy in CRC. Although several diagnostic tools have been developed ...
Effects of white coconut oil, virgin coconut oil and grated coconut on blood glucose and serum lipids in Wistar rats

Samaranayake, H.A.E.; Chackrewarthy, S.; Karunakaran, R.; Wickremasinghe, A.R. (Sri Lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: This study investigated the effects of white coconut oil (WCO), virgin coconut oil (VCO) and grated coconut on blood glucose and serum lipids in Wistar rats. METHOD: Four groups of male Wistar ...
Protein energy malnutrition in patients with chronic kidney disease in Sri Lanka

Dassanayake, R.T.; Gunarathne, R.M.C.L.; Gunasekara, V.C.D.G.; de Silva, S.T. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Worldwide, there is a higher prevalence of protein energy malnutrition (PEM) among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), compared to the general population. Biomarkers of under nutrition ...
Factors influencing the enrolment of doctors in postgraduate courses in Sri Lanka

Muwanwella, R.M.S.P.; Mendis, H.K.N.L.P.; Madushan, K.N.C.G.; Mapa, M.M.N.N.; Marasinghe, S.H.K.; Mufaris, M.M.M.; Chandratilake, M.N. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Sri Lanka produces around 550 medical postgraduates each year. This study describes the current trends and factors influencing the enrolment of doctors in postgraduate training. METHOD: A ...
Quality of time mothers spend with their pre-school children and associated factors in Wennappuwa MOH area

Fernando, I.D.; Fernando, K.K.M.; Fernando, M.H.; Fernando, M.R.S.; Fernando, M.Y.D.; Wangmo, T.; Perera, K.M.N.; Wickremasinghe, A.R. (Sri lanka Medical Association, 2015)

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Mothers or responsive adults spending quality time with children improve children's developmental potential. The aim of this study was to determine the quality of time mothers in Wennapuwa MOH ...

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