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  1. Infant feeding practices among nursing personnel in Malaysia
    Sinniah D, Chon FM, Arokiasamy J
    Acta Paediatr Scand, 1980 Jul;69(4):525-9.
    PMID: 7446101
    Concerned by the alarming decline in breast feeding in the urban and rural areas of Malaysia, we conducted a critical review of infant feeding practices among nursing personnel from representative centres using questionnaires. It was found that although 75% of mothers breast-fed their babies at birth only 19% did so at 2 months and 5% at 6 months respectively. Chinese mothers initiated breast feeding less frequently compared with Indian or Malay mothers. The prevalence of breast feeding was higher among lower category nurses, lower income groups and those from health centres. Decision for breast feeding was based in most instances on conviction derived from reading, lectures or advice from relatives. The vast majority of mothers listed "work' as the main reason for termination of breast feeding followed by "insufficient breast milk' and satisfactory past experience with bottle feeding. The ramifications of these findings and measures to improve the prevalence and duration of breast feeding are discussed.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  2. Comparison of the effectiveness of trauma services provided by secondary and tertiary hospitals in Malaysia
    Sethi D, Aljunid S, Saperi SB, Clemens F, Hardy P, Elbourne D, et al.
    Ann Emerg Med, 2007 Jan;49(1):52-61, 61.e1.
    PMID: 17084938
    STUDY OBJECTIVE: The trauma services provided by 6 hospitals operating at 2 levels of care (4 secondary or district general hospitals and 2 tertiary care hospitals) in Malaysia are compared in terms of mortality and disability for direct admissions to emergency departments to test the hypothesis that care at a tertiary care hospital is better than at a district general hospital.
    METHODS: All cases were recruited prospectively for 1 year. The hospitals were purposefully selected as typical for Malaysia. There are 3 primary outcome measures: death, musculoskeletal impairment, and disability at discharge. Adjustment was made for potential covariates and within-hospital clustering by using multivariable random-effects logistic regression analysis.
    RESULTS: For direct admissions, logistic-regression-identified odds of dying were associated with older age (>55 years), odds ratio (OR) 1.9 (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.3 to 2.8); head injury, OR 2.7 (95% CI 1.9 to 3.9); arrival by means other than ambulance, OR 0.6 (95% CI 0.4 to 0.8); severe injuries (Injury Severity Score >15) at a district general hospital, OR 45.2 (95% CI 27.0 to 75.7); severe injuries at a tertiary care hospital, OR 11.2 (95% CI 7.3 to 17.3); and admission to a tertiary care hospital compared to a district general hospital if severely injured (Injury Severity Score >15), OR 0.2 (95% CI 0.1 to 0.4). Admission to a tertiary care hospital was associated with increased odds of disability (OR 1.9; 95% CI 1.5 to 2.3) and musculoskeletal impairment (OR 3.5; 95% CI 2.7 to 4.4) at discharge.
    CONCLUSION: Care at a tertiary care hospital was associated with reduced mortality (by 83% in severe injuries), but with a higher likelihood of disability and impairment, which has implications for improving access to trauma services for the severely injured in Malaysia and other low- and middle-income settings.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District/standards*
  3. Fulltext Post motor vehicle accident with multiple jagged laceration wound
    Irfan Mohamad, Arumugam, Puvan Arul, Nik Fariza Husna Nik Hassan
    Archives of Orofacial Sciences, 2011;6(2):86-88.
    MyJurnal
    An 11-year-old Malay boy was allegedly involved in motor vehicle accident. He sustained left lung contusion and pneumothorax which necessitate chest tube insertion at a district hospital. On arrival at Accident & Emergency Unit, general physical examination was performed. Neck examination revealed multiple jagged lacerations wound on the left side of the neck (Panel 1). (Copied from article).
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  4. Key quality aspect: a fundamental step for quality improvement in a resource-poor setting
    Su TT, Sax S
    Asia Pac J Public Health, 2009 Oct;21(4):477-86.
    PMID: 19666950 DOI: 10.1177/1010539509342433
    The objective of the study is to identify user's perception of key quality aspects of the hospital and its influence on willingness to pay. The study was conducted in 2001 in Dhading District Hospital, Nepal. This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study design using quantitative and qualitative methods: questionnaire exit interview and focus group discussions with inpatients and outpatients, focus group discussion with service providers, and key informant interviews. The research identified attitude, technical and interpersonal skills of health personnel, availability of drugs and services as important quality aspects to be improved. Users were motivated to use this hospital and were ready to pay if they received proper treatment from skilled and communicative staff. This study highlights the importance of identifying the quality factors important to service users as a first step in improving quality. For the users within this study, this meant improving attitude, interpersonal skills, and technical skills of service personnel.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District/economics*
  5. Prevalence of depression among diabetic patients in an outpatient clinic in Hospital Sik: A rural hospital in Malaysia
    Ng TK
    Asian J Psychiatr, 2010 Jun;3(2):76-7.
    PMID: 23051195 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajp.2010.03.008
    Study period: 1 February 2008 till 1 August 2008
    Study participants: 110 type 2 diabetes patients, 40% male, 96% malay
    Study design: Cross-sectional study
    Questionnaire: Beck depression inventory II (BDI-II) in Malay version
    Prevalence of depression: 22%
    Study site: Outpatient clinic, Hospital Sik, Kedah, Malaysia
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  6. Fulltext Clinical phenotypes and heath-related quality of life of COPD patients in a rural setting in Malaysia - a cross-sectional study
    Chai CS, Mos SB, Ng DL, Goh GM, Su AT, Ibrahim MAB, et al.
    BMC Pulm Med, 2020 Sep 29;20(1):254.
    PMID: 32993591 DOI: 10.1186/s12890-020-01295-4
    BACKGROUND: The Spanish chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) guideline phenotypes patients according to the exacerbation frequency and COPD subtypes. In this study, we compared the patients' health-related quality of life (HRQoL) according to their COPD phenotypes.

    METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study of COPD patients who attended the outpatient clinic of the Serian Divisional Hospital and Bau District Hospital from 23th January 2018 to 22th January 2019. The HRQoL was assessed using modified Medical Research Council (mMRC), COPD Assessment Test (CAT), and St George's Respiratory Questionnaire for COPD (SGRQ-c).

    RESULTS: Of 185 patients, 108 (58.4%) were non-exacerbators (NON-AE), 51 (27.6%) were frequent exacerbators (AE), and the remaining 26 (14.1%) had asthma-COPD overlap (ACO). Of AE patients, 42 (82.4%) had chronic bronchitis and only 9 (17.6%) had emphysema. Of the 185 COPD patients, 65.9% had exposure to biomass fuel and 69.1% were ex- or current smokers. The scores of mMRC, CAT, and SGRQ-c were significantly different between COPD phenotypes (p 

    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  7. Fulltext Refractive outcome after cataract surgery in Hospital Keningau, Sabah
    Yahya AN, Sit JA, Raman S
    Borneo Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019;2(101):19-20.
    MyJurnal
    The success of cataract surgery is accessed by the improvement in visual acuity and accuracy of the post-operation refractive outcome against the pre-operation refractive target. Hence, the benchmark of 85% of patients achieving a final spherical equivalent within 1D of the desired target is used to monitor the refractive outcome. Meanwhile, the unaided visual acuity threshold of 6/12 after cataract operation is chosen as a yardstick because it allows patients to perform instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) independently without relying on spectacles.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  8. Fulltext Redirection of non-critical patients in the emergency department of Hospital Tuaran to the primary care unit (klinik kesihatan)
    Michal, C.S., Nadirah, S., Juhanah, G., Praneetha, P., Mohan, G.
    Borneo Journal of Medical Sciences, 2016;10(2):47-59.
    MyJurnal
    The Emergency Department (ED) provides treatment for acutely ill patients in need of urgent medical attention. Despite the availability of the primary care unit ‘Klinik Kesihatan’, where non urgent patients should be treated, Malaysia’s public hospitals still need to deal with overcrowding of non-urgent patients in ED. The main aim of the study was to assess the willingness of non-urgent patients to be redirected to Klinik Kesihatan. This was a cross-sectional study conducted at Hospital Tuaran Emergency Department, Sabah. Non-urgent patients were interviewed using a questionnaire, to find out the purpose of their visit to Emergency Department. A total of 318 non-urgent patients out of 457 patients were interviewed during the study duration. 41 respondents (12.9%) were willing to be redirected towards a Klinik Kesihatan. No associated factors were found when compared with the unwilling to be redirected group. Among 277 respondents who rejected redirection to Klinik Kesihatan, 70.4% agreed to pay a surcharge to be treated in the Emergency Department and there was no association found with the employment status (p= 0.391). Most patients were not willing to accept redirection to a Klinik Kesihatan and would prefer to visit the Emergency Department despite knowing that their condition or illness is one that does not require emergency treatment. Social media, advertisements and pamphlets must be made available to educate patients on the proper use of the Emergency Department.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  9. Fulltext Dandy-walker syndrome in a child at rural Kelantan, Malaysia
    Low, Qin Jia, Huan, Nai Chien, Tan, Wei Lun
    Borneo Journal of Medical Sciences, 2018;12(2):41-45.
    MyJurnal
    Dandy-Walker syndrome is a rare congenital malformation of the brain that involves the cerebellum and the fourth ventricle. It is characterised by a classical triad of hydrocephalus, cystic dilatation of the fourth ventricle and complete or partial agenesis of the vermis. Majority of cases are diagnosed during neonatal or early infantile period. In this case report, a seven-year-old boy complained of recurrent headaches for the past one year. Physical examination was unremarkable. Examination of the fundus on the same day revealed bilateral papilloedema. His subsequent computed tomography scan of the brain done at a major district hospital demonstrated features in keeping with Dandy-Walker malformation. Our case highlighted the importance of embarking on a detailed and thorough approach when dealing with a child with chronic headache, especially in rural settings where advanced medical equipment is not readily available.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  10. A six-year review of tubal sterilization at a district hospital (1981-1986)
    Sivalingam N, Bhagat S, Pereira R
    Family Physician, 1989;1:23-27.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  11. Obstetric performance of adolescent pregnancies at the Muar District Hospital (1979-1983)
    Nalliah S
    Family Practitioner, 1985;8(1):59-62.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  12. Comprehension of antibiotic instructions in an outpatient Malaysian practice
    Hassan Y, Abd Aziz N, Sarriff A, Darwis Y, Ibrahim P
    Hosp Pharm, 1994 Jan;29(1):48-50, 53.
    PMID: 10131493
    Patients may not comply with antibiotic instructions because they do not understand them. The aim of this study was to assess outpatients' ability to comprehend their antibiotic prescription labels. Two hundred and five subjects on oral antibiotic regimens from an outpatient clinic and pharmacy of a district hospital were selected in this survey. All patients were interviewed by trained clinical pharmacy students. They were asked to read the labels and then how they would take their antibiotics. The results show that 119 (58.1%) patients could interpret the label. Forty-nine (23.9%) patients knew the name of antibiotics and interpreted the directions of use correctly. One hundred sixteen (56.6%) subjects were able to recall the auxiliary information. However, only 44 (21.4%) patients were able to comprehend complete antibiotic instruction. This study demonstrates that a significant proportion of patients could not interpret the labeling instruction. The comprehension level of patients was low and significantly associated (P < 0.05) with the ability of patient to read the label contents. These observations illustrate the need for physicians and pharmacists to provide antibiotic instructions and review these instructions with the patient.

    Study site: outpatient clinic and pharmacy of a district hospita
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  13. Fulltext The Temerloh Hospital cataract complications study: factors associated with, types and outcomes of cataract surgery complications
    Thevi T, Reddy SC, Chinna K
    International Eye Science, 2014;14(8):1367-1372.
    DOI: 10.3980/j.issn.1672-5123.2014.08.01
    AIM: To study the prevalence of complications of cataract surgery and any association between the occurrence of complications and experience of surgeon, type of surgery, type of anaesthesia and visual outcome.
    METHODS: This was a retrospective study of patients who underwent cataract surgery over a period of two years in a district hospital in Malaysia. The demographic details of patients, type of surgery done, as well as type of anaesthesia used and experience of the surgeon were noted. The types of intraoperative and postoperative complications were recorded. The final best corrected visual outcome was recorded.
    RESULTS: Complications occurred in 11.1% of the total 1007 patients operated. Posterior capsule rupture (3.6%) was the most common complication. The experience of the surgeon and the type of anaesthesia used did not affect complications during surgery. Intracapsular cataract extraction (ICCE) and phacoemulsification converted to extracapsular cataract extraction (ECCE) were significantly associated with more complications (P<0.001). The visual outcome was significantly poor in patients with complications (P<0.001).
    CONCLUSION: The occurrence of complications during cataract surgery significantly affected the visual outcome. The type of surgery done was associated by the occurrence of complications. However, the experience of the surgeon and the type of anaesthesia used did not affect the occurrence of complications. We recommend that particular attention be given to ICCE and phacoemulsification converted to ECCE to minimise the complications and thereby reducing the chances of poor vision postoperatively.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  14. Fulltext The use of dual oxygen concentrator system for mechanical ventilation during COVID-19 pandemic in Sabah, Malaysia
    Cheah PK, Steven EM, Ng KK, Hashim MI, Abdul Kadir MH, Roder NP
    Int J Emerg Med, 2021 May 07;14(1):30.
    PMID: 33962581 DOI: 10.1186/s12245-021-00354-9
    Sabah in Malaysian Borneo is among the Malaysian states which reported a high number of detected COVID-19 cases during the current pandemic. Due to geographical challenges and limited resources, clinicians developed novel strategies for managing patients. The use of a dual oxygen concentrator system for mechanical ventilation is one of the innovations developed by retrieval team members from the Emergency Department (ED) of the Sabah Women and Children's Hospital. Due to conditions requiring isolation of patients suspected of or positive for COVID-19, high-risk patients were treated in an ED extension area that lacked central wall oxygen. Direct access to oxygen tanks became the only viable option, but ensuring a continuous supply was laborious. The novel setup described within this paper has been used on intubated patients in the ED extension area with moderate to high ventilator settings successfully. This simple setup, designed to meet the limited resources within a pandemic environment, needed only a turbine-driven ventilator, two oxygen concentrators, a 3-way connector, and three oxygen tubing. The application of this setup could potentially save more critically ill patients who are being managed in resource-limited conditions such as in smaller district hospitals or out in the field.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  15. Notes on a case of pellagra
    Viswalingam A
    J Trop Med Hyg, 1917;20:85-6.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  16. Fulltext Accuracy of handheld continuous - wave doppler ultrasound in the assessment of varicose veins
    Siow, LR, Naresh G, Nik Ritza Kosai, Harunarashid H, Sutton, PA, Zainal AA
    Journal of Surgical Academia, 2015;5(2):16-28.
    MyJurnal
    The incidence of varicose veins and the need for treatment has shown a tremendous increase over the years. Debilitating venous ulcers and dragging edemas of the lower limb with overall improvement in cosmetic results and availability of endovenous procedures has brought many patients forward for treatment. Continuous-wave handheld Doppler usage is limited by its diagnostic capabilities, thus the need to determine its real effectiveness. Benefits of using hand-held dopplers lies in its rapidity in assessment of patients, it's low running cost and short learning curve. This is important as duplex ultrasounds are not readily available in district hospitals. This study aims to determine the clinical effectiveness of hand-held continuous wave dopplers in the local setting especially in primary uncomplicated varicose articles veins. All electively referred patients with primary uncomplicated varicose veins who were referred to the Varicose Vein Clinic were evaluated with continuous-wave handheld Doppler (CWD) and duplex ultrasound (DUS) examination. The study duration was from the 1st of July to 31st of August 2013 (2 months). All patients in the study were independently evaluated with CWD and DUS in the clinic on the same day after adequate rest time. DUS was taken as the gold standard for evaluation of CWD specificity and sensitivity. The Chi-square and T-test was used to test for statistical significance. A total of 41 patients were evaluated in this study. The specificity of CWD when compared to DUS for diagnosing Sapheno-femoral junction (SFJ) was 100% and at the Sapheno-popliteal junction (SPJ) was 87%. Meanwhile sensitivity of CWD for SFJ was 75% and SPJ was 60%. The examination time with CWD was significantly faster than when compared with DUS examination with significant faster tracing times that can be achieved with CWD. CWD also significantly shorter reflux times when compared to DUS. Continuous-wave handheld doppler proves to be an indispensable clinical tool in the evaluation of SFJ and SPJ reflux in varicose veins. CWD assessment in this study was shown to be equal if not better for evaluating reflux when compared to DUS assessment for SFJ reflux. Main advantages for CWD also lie in its low running cost, rapidity in assessment and short learning curve when compared to duplex ultrasound examinations.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  17. Primary sarcoma of the spleen
    Singh P
    Journal of the Malaya Branch of the British Medical Association, 1940;4:322-24.
    A case of primary endothelial sarcoma of the spleen treated by splenectomy is described.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  18. A case of sudden death eight days after amputation of the forearm
    Gerrard PN
    Lancet, 1901;158:908-909.
    DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(01)73477-0
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  19. The seasonal prevalence of malaria in the Federated Malay States
    Selwyn-Clarke PS
    Malayan Medical Journal, 1931;6:67-81.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
  20. Fulltext Prevalence of back pain among nurses working in government health clinics and hospital in Port Dickson, Malaysia
    Rahmah, M.A., Rozy, J., Halim, I., Jamsiah, M., Shamsul, A.S.
    Malaysian Journal of Community Health, 2008;14(2):11-18.
    MyJurnal
    Introduction : Nursing is an occupation associated with high risk of developing back pain due to their nature of work practices. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of back pain among nurses working in government health clinics and hospitals in Port Dickson and the factors associated with it.
    Methods : A cross sectional study was conducted involving 126 nurses working in government health clinics and district hospital in Port Dickson. They were universally sampled. A selfadministered questionnaire, assessing personal and socio-demographic characteristics, back pain, work factors and psychosocial factors.
    Results :The prevalence of back pain among nurses was 79.4% and factors that showed significant association were workplace (p=0.026) and carried heavy load (p=0.043).
    Conclusion : Where one work and nature of work one does has been shown in this study to be important issues to be considered in helping to manage back pain related to work. It is also recommended that staff need to be encouraged to do exercise to strengthen the back muscles, increase spinal flexibility and blood circulation to the spine as well as need to be reminded regarding ergonomic adjustment at work.
    Matched MeSH terms: Hospitals, District
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