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  1. Fulltext Hepatitis C and iron over load
    Poddar, Sandeep
    Malaysian Journal of Medical Research, 2017;1(1):25-30.
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    Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus: the virus can cause both acute and chronic hepatitis infection. Patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection appear to have an excellent chance of responding to 6 months of standard therapy with interferon (IFN) and frequently develop systemic iron overload, which exacerbates morbidity. The iron excess in hepatitis C may be due to hereditary hemochromatosis, hematologic diseases, multiple transfusions, porphyria cutanea tarda and chronic alcohol abuse. Different mechanisms proposed to explain the relation between HCV infection and hepatic iron overload. Some revealed that hepatic iron accumulation results from release of iron from damaged liver cells. Consumption of coffee, tea also reduces iron absorption and thereby decrease iron overload in Liver and thereby reduces the oxidative stress of iron overload in liver. The global scenario of this problem has been discussed in the article.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  2. Sociocultural factors leading to physical child abuse and neglect a case control study of 35 families admitted to the paediatric wards Hospital Kuala Lumpur
    Chandran, V., Mohd Sham Kasim, Haliza Mohd Shafie
    Malaysian Journal of Child Health, 1994;6(1):22-31.
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    A case control study of the families of 35 physically abused and neglected children was conducted to examine some of the family characteristics and sociocultural factors which may contribute to physical abuse and neglect. The cases were matched for sex, ethnic group and as far as possible for age with children admitted to the children's hospital for other medical illness. Physically abused children were more likely to come from disrupted, reconstructed or single parent families and these children had separation experiencesfrom their families during early childhoodfor various reasons including periods of family crisis, parental death, financial difficulties, inability to cope with large family size and cultural beliefs and superstition. Social isolation, alcoholism and drug abuse were also shown to be statistically significant amongst these families.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  3. Methanolic Extract of Morinda citrifolia L. (Noni) Unripe Fruit Attenuates Ethanol-Induced Conditioned Place Preferences in Mice
    Khan Y, Pandy V
    Front Pharmacol, 2016;7:352.
    PMID: 27729866
    Phytotherapy is an emerging field successfully utilized to treat various chronic diseases including alcohol dependence. In the present study, we examined the effect of the standardized methanolic extract of Morinda citrifolia Linn. unripe fruit (MMC), on compulsive ethanol-seeking behavior using the mouse conditioned place preference (CPP) test. CPP was established by injections of ethanol (2 g/kg, i.p.) in a 12-day conditioning schedule in mice. The effect of MMC and the reference drug, acamprosate (ACAM), on the reinforcing properties of ethanol in mice was studied by the oral administration of MMC (1, 3, and 5 g/kg) and ACAM (300 mg/kg) 60 min prior to the final CPP test postconditioning. Furthermore, CPPs weakened with repeated testing in the absence of ethanol over the next 12 days (extinction), during which the treatment groups received MMC (1, 3, and 5 g/kg, p.o.) or ACAM (300 mg/kg, p.o.). Finally, a priming injection of a low dose of ethanol (0.4 g/kg, i.p.) in the home cage (Reinstatement) was sufficient to reinstate CPPs, an effect that was challenged by the administration of MMC or ACAM. MMC (3 and 5 g/kg, p.o.) and ACAM (300 mg/kg, p.o.) significantly reversed the establishment of ethanol-induced CPPs and effectively facilitated the extinction of ethanol CPP. In light of these findings, it has been suggested that M. citrifolia unripe fruit could be utilized for novel drug development to combat alcohol dependence.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  4. Half a century of suicide studies - a plea for new directions in research and prevention
    Maniam T, L. F. Chan
    Sains Malaysiana, 2013;42:399-402.
    Suicide studies in Malaysia tend to be repetitive. Data from hospital studies, small scale community surveys and national epidemiological studies over nearly 50 years have consistently shown that there are real ethnic differences in terms of suicides and attempted suicides in this country, though some of these differences appear to be narrowing somewhat. Malays have shown significantly lower rates of suicidal ideas, attempts and completed suicides. Indians, on the other hand, figure prominently at the other end with high rates in all the above parameters. The reasons for these are also necessarily complex. Experience elsewhere from studies of the Indian diaspora have elucidated a number of explanations, which include the effects of poverty, acculturation, alcoholism, the lack of a strong religious protective factor as well as increased rates of mental ill-health. Efforts to contain this public health problem have been somewhat patchy. This has largely depended on efforts by non-government organizations such as the Befrienders whereas the public response
    lags behind in providing the financial and other resources necessary for a comprehensive national program. This paper reviews the relevant literature and suggest new areas for research as well as steps to provide a fresh impetus to suicide prevention in Malaysia.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  5. A review of the nutritional status of the Indian community in Peninsular Malaysia
    Mirnalini K
    Family Practitioner, 1982;5:39-43.
    A review of recent data available on the nutritional health of Indian children seems to suggest that malnutrition is a major problem among poor Indian preschool and school children. Examination of indirect indicators of malnutrition reveals that for Indians, the annual percentage decrease in TMR is the lowest and incidence of low birth weight and perinatal mortality rate the highest. While there is very little documentation in the extent and severity of protein-malnutrition among Indian children, hospital admission returns for severe PEM show a predominance of Indian preschool children. This suggest that moderate forms of malnutrition may even be more widely prevalent amongst this group of the population thus posing a great problem from the public health point of view. The prevalence of moderate PEM as represented by acute ("wasting") and chronic forms ("stunting") was found to be the highest among Indian urban and rural children. Biochemical studies indicate widespread prevalence of anemia, vitamin A and B deficiencies especially among Indian preschool children. The presence of high parasitic infections may exacerbate such deficiencies. The causes of malnutrition are multiple and complex. Low family income as a consequence of high unemployment rate (8%) and low wages, lack of basic sanitation and adequate housing, large family size, alcoholism and apathy among parents, ignorance of good nutrition and disturbed conditions in the home environment have been identified as some of the factors that may contribute towards malnutrition in this community. Thus the viscous cycle of malnutrition appears to have gained a foothold in the poor Indian community. As has been well documented, the social implications of malnutrition are many, the most important being its effect on education. It is now well known that malnutrition hinders intellectual development; it interferes with a child's motivation, ability to concentrate, and ability to learn and cope with the school situation. Malnutrition thus could be one of the contributory factors to the generally poor performance in studies, to the low aspiration for higher education and to the alarming drop-out rate (60%) found among Indian school children. While this review attempts to highlight some of the nutritional problems confronting the Indian poor, it is clearly essential from a national view-point that community level surveys should be further undertaken to assess the nutritional health of this group. The problem of malnutrition among poor Indian children is real and needs urgent recognition and remedial measures from both public and political sectors alike.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  6. Prevalence and correlates of depression among adolescents in Malaysia
    Kaur J, Cheong SM, Mahadir Naidu B, Kaur G, Manickam MA, Mat Noor M, et al.
    Asia Pac J Public Health, 2014 Sep;26(5 Suppl):53S-62S.
    PMID: 25070697 DOI: 10.1177/1010539514544356
    Depression among adolescents has been recognized as a major public health issue. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence and correlates of depression among school-going adolescents in Malaysia. Data from the Malaysia Global School-based Health Survey (GSHS) 2012 were analyzed with additional data from the validated DASS21 (Depression, Anxiety, and Stress) questionnaire. The study revealed that 17.7% of respondents had depressive symptoms. Multivariate analysis further showed that feeling lonely (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 2.99; 95% CI = 2.57-3.47), Indian ethnicity (aOR = 2.00; 95% CI = 1.63-2.44), using drugs (aOR = 1.85; 95% CI = 1.21-2.82), and being bullied (aOR = 1.79; 95% CI = 1.60-1.99) were significantly associated with depressive symptoms. Lack of parental supervision, alcohol use, and tobacco use were also significant risk factors. Addressing depressive symptoms among adolescents may have implications for managing their risks of being bullied and substance use. This study also highlights the need to further investigate depressive symptoms among adolescents of Indian ethnicity.
    Study name: Global School-Based Student Health Survey (GSHS)
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/epidemiology
  7. Fulltext Impact of tuberculosis treatment on health-related quality of life of pulmonary tuberculosis patients: a follow-up study
    Atif M, Sulaiman SA, Shafie AA, Asif M, Sarfraz MK, Low HC, et al.
    Health Qual Life Outcomes, 2014;12:19.
    PMID: 24528499 DOI: 10.1186/1477-7525-12-19
    At present, much of the attention within tuberculosis (TB) management is spent on microbiological cure, and its impact on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is either undervalued or seldom considered. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of TB treatment on HRQoL of new smear positive pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) patients. Moreover, we also aimed to determine whether the selected socio-demographic and clinical variables were predictive of variability in the HRQoL scores over time.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/epidemiology
  8. The prevalence and correlates of alcohol use disorder amongst bipolar patients in a hospital setting, Malaysia
    Yee HA, Loh HS, Ng CG
    Int J Psychiatry Clin Pract, 2013 Oct;17(4):292-7.
    PMID: 23170840 DOI: 10.3109/13651501.2012.752012
    To determine the prevalence of alcohol-use disorder and associated correlates amongst bipolar patients in a university hospital in Malaysia.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/epidemiology*
  9. Fulltext The worldwide prevalence of the Dupuytren disease: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis
    Salari N, Heydari M, Hassanabadi M, Kazeminia M, Farshchian N, Niaparast M, et al.
    J Orthop Surg Res, 2020 Oct 28;15(1):495.
    PMID: 33115483 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-020-01999-7
    BACKGROUND: The Dupuytren disease is a benign fibroproliferative disorder that leads to the formation of the collagen knots and fibres in the palmar fascia. The previous studies reveal different levels of Dupuytren's prevalence worldwide; hence, this study uses meta-analysis to approximate the prevalence of Dupuytren globally.

    METHODS: In this study, systematic review and meta-analysis have been conducted on the previous studies focused on the prevalence of the Dupuytren disease. The search keywords were Prevalence, Prevalent, Epidemiology, Dupuytren Contracture, Dupuytren and Incidence. Subsequently, SID, MagIran, ScienceDirect, Embase, Scopus, PubMed and Web of Science databases and Google Scholar search engine were searched without a lower time limit and until June 2020. In order to analyse reliable studies, the stochastic effects model was used and the I2 index was applied to test the heterogeneity of the selected studies. Data analysis was performed within the Comprehensive Meta-Analysis Software version 2.0.

    RESULTS: By evaluating 85 studies (10 in Asia, 56 in Europe, 2 in Africa and 17 studies in America) with a total sample size of 6628506 individuals, the prevalence of Dupuytren disease in the world is found as 8.2% (95% CI 5.7-11.7%). The highest prevalence rate is reported in Africa with 17.2% (95% CI 13-22.3%). According to the subgroup analysis, in terms of underlying diseases, the highest prevalence was obtained in patients with type 1 diabetes with 34.1% (95% CI 25-44.6%). The results of meta-regression revealed a decreasing trend in the prevalence of Dupuytren disease by increasing the sample size and the research year (P < 0.05).

    CONCLUSION: The results of this study show that the prevalence of Dupuytren disease is particularly higher in alcoholic patients with diabetes. Therefore, the officials of the World Health Organization should design measures for the prevention and treatment of this disease.

    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/epidemiology
  10. Novel Pharmacotherapeutic Approaches in Treatment of Alcohol Addiction
    Pakri Mohamed RM, Kumar J, Ahmad SU, Mohamed IN
    Curr Drug Targets, 2018;19(12):1378-1390.
    PMID: 29788886 DOI: 10.2174/1389450119666180523092534
    In the past two decades, the search for novel pharmacotherapies to treat alcohol addiction has been a global endeavor. This has resulted in several drugs that have been approved and successfully marketed for public use while some are still in the testing phase. These pharmacological agents, though effective for the treatment of alcoholism, are not without shortcomings; such as abuse potential, serious mental and physical adverse effects, interaction with alcohol and also poor metabolism and excretion. As more is being understood about the neurobiology of alcohol addiction as well as the unique pharmacological action of these drugs, new agents are evaluated for potential benefits when used as an adjunct in combination therapy. This review article summarizes the novel pharmacotherapeutic approaches used in the treatment of alcohol addiction by focusing on the drugs, which include neramexane, gabapentin, baclofen, aripiprazole, nalmafene, and quetiapine.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/drug therapy*
  11. Fulltext Evoked K-complexes and altered interaction between the central and autonomic nervous systems during sleep in alcohol use disorder
    Willoughby AR, de Zambotti M, Baker FC, Colrain IM
    Alcohol, 2020 May;84:1-7.
    PMID: 31539623 DOI: 10.1016/j.alcohol.2019.09.005
    There is evidence for impairment in both central nervous system (CNS) and autonomic nervous system (ANS) function with prolonged alcohol use. While these impairments persist into abstinence, partial recovery of function has been demonstrated in both systems during sleep. To investigate potential ANS dysfunction associated with cortical CNS responses (impairment in CNS-ANS coupling), we assessed phasic heart rate (HR) fluctuation associated with tones that did and those that did not elicit a K-complex (KC) during stable N2 non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep in a group of 16 recently abstinent alcohol use disorder (AUD) patients (41.6 ± 8.5 years) and a group of 13 sex- and age-matched control participants (46.6 ± 9.3 years). Electroencephalogram (EEG) and electrocardiogram (ECG) data were recorded throughout the night. Alcohol consumption questionnaires were also administered to the AUD patients. AUD patients had elevated HR compared to controls at baseline prior to tone presentation. The HR fluctuation associated with KCs elicited by tone presentation was significantly smaller in amplitude, and tended to be delayed in time, in the AUD group compared with the control group, and the subsequent deceleration was also smaller in AUD patients. In both groups, the increase in HR was larger and occurred earlier when KCs were produced than when they were not, and there was no difference in the magnitude of the KC effect between groups. Phasic HR changes associated with KCs elicited by tones are impaired in AUD participants, reflecting ANS dysfunction possibly caused by an alteration of cardiac vagal trafficking. However, only the timing of the HR response was found to relate to estimated lifetime alcohol consumption in AUD. The clinical meaning and implications of these novel findings need to be determined.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/physiopathology*
  12. Pathogenesis of alcohol-induced osteoporosis and its treatment: a review
    Abukhadir SS, Mohamed N, Mohamed N
    Curr Drug Targets, 2013 Dec;14(13):1601-10.
    PMID: 24138635
    Osteoporosis is the most common bone disease in humans; it represents a major public health problem. This chronic disease is characterized by increase in bone fracture due to: reduced bone mass, deterioration of micro architectural and decreased bone strength, bone fragility; and bone mineral density 2.5 or more standard deviations below the normal mean. Secondary osteoporosis is a common cause of osteoporosis, and there are many underlying risk factors for osteoporosis. Chronic alcohol abuse is one of the modifiable risk factors in osteoporosis. There is evidence of correlation between chronic alcohol abuse and low bone mass. Alcohol is directly toxic to the bone; with increased incidence of fractures and complications. Although there is a paucity of studies regarding alcohol induced osteoporosis therapy, it can be classified into antiresorptive therapy and anabolic therapy. Bisphosphonates have been demonstrated to be clinically relevant to prevent bone damage associated with alcohol use while parathyroid hormone increased bone mineralization as well as bone formation in alcohol treated rats. Vitamin D supplementation could prevent bone toxicity in chronic drinkers. This review discussed the pathogenesis of alcohol-induced osteoporosis and the agents available for its treatment. Other potential therapies are also discussed.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/complications*
  13. Fulltext Factors Associated with Low Bone Density in Opioid Substitution Therapy Patients: A Systematic Review
    Ramli FF, Syed Hashim SA, Mohd Effendy N
    Int J Med Sci, 2021;18(2):575-581.
    PMID: 33390827 DOI: 10.7150/ijms.52201
    Background: Long-term opioid therapy is a risk factor for low bone mineral density (BMD). However, other factors may also contribute to low BMD. Several studies have examined the variables that might contribute to low BMD in patients receiving opioid replacement therapy (OST). However, to our knowledge, there was no systemic review conducted to address this particular issue. Thus, we reviewed the articles on the factors associated with low BMD in the population of opioid use disorder receiving substitution therapy. Methods: The articles that examined correlates or risk factors of low BMD in OST population were retrieved from OVID, SCOPUS, and PUBMED from inception until July 2020 by two independent investigators. Results: A total of 429 articles from three databases were retrieved initially. After screening based on eligibility criteria, five articles were included in the final analysis. The risk factors or correlates found to be significantly associated with low BMD in the OST population include male gender, low body mass index, low testosterone level, methadone or heroin use, and longer duration of heavy alcohol use. The review limitations include small sample sizes and inconsistent definition of variables. Conclusion: OST patients should be screened for BMD and its associated factors. Guidelines and training of practitioners involving in the OST service should be provided to increase the detection of low BMD in the OST population.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism/epidemiology*
  14. Fulltext Alcohol Use Disorder, Neurodegeneration, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease: Interplay Between Oxidative Stress, Neuroimmune Response and Excitotoxicity
    Kamal H, Tan GC, Ibrahim SF, Shaikh MF, Mohamed IN, Mohamed RMP, et al.
    Front Cell Neurosci, 2020;14:282.
    PMID: 33061892 DOI: 10.3389/fncel.2020.00282
    Alcohol use disorder (AUD) has been associated with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Prolonged excessive alcohol intake contributes to increased production of reactive oxygen species that triggers neuroimmune response and cellular apoptosis and necrosis via lipid peroxidation, mitochondrial, protein or DNA damage. Long term binge alcohol consumption also upregulates glutamate receptors, glucocorticoids and reduces reuptake of glutamate in the central nervous system, resulting in glutamate excitotoxicity, and eventually mitochondrial injury and cell death. In this review, we delineate the following principles in alcohol-induced neurodegeneration: (1) alcohol-induced oxidative stress, (2) neuroimmune response toward increased oxidants and lipopolysaccharide, (3) glutamate excitotoxicity and cell injury, and (4) interplay between oxidative stress, neuroimmune response and excitotoxicity leading to neurodegeneration and (5) potential chronic alcohol intake-induced development of neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  15. Fulltext Effectiveness of screening and brief intervention for alcohol misuse and risky drinking in Kota Kinabalu
    Wenda Riona Lamiri, Lily Shuzeen Kimin, Constance Liew Sat Lin, Alvin Oliver Payus, May Zaw Soe, May Honey Ohn, et al.
    Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2019;15(106):57-57.
    MyJurnal
    Introduction:Alcohol is a major factor that can affect many aspects of life. The prevalence of current drinker in Malaysia aged 13 years old and above was 7.7% as reported by NHMS 2015. Sabah was ranked the third in highest consumption of alcohol in Malaysia, at 18.4% after Kuala Lumpur 20.3% and Sarawak 19.7%. The aim of the study is to investigate prevalence of different types of drinkers and identify demographic characteristic of drinkers in Kota Kinabalu (KK). This study also aims to investigate the effectiveness of screening and brief intervention in reduction of alcohol consumption and risky drinking in KK. Methods: A cross-sectional study was done where the data were col-lected from seven different areas in KK, selected by stratified and simple randomized sampling. Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT) questionnaire translated and validated in Malay version by Unit Terjemahan Universiti Malaya was used. AUDIT score was calculated and brief intervention was given accordingly and scoring was then repeated after three months. The intervention applied was based on Guideline on Risk Assessment and Primary In-tervention in Alcohol Harm, published by Ministry of Health Malaysia in 2010. Results: The age range of population studied is from 13 to 85 years old with 243 males and 230 females. Out of the 473 participants, 13.1% adolescent, 37.6% young adulthood, 36.4% middle adulthood and 12.9% in late adulthood. We observed that the male mean weight was 68.27±12.72kg versus 58.86±12.45kg mean weight in female. The prevalence of drinkers – 3.6% depen-dent drinkers, 22.2% high risk drinkers, 36.2% low risk drinker while the remaining 38.1% are abstainers. Majority of consumers were practicing low-risk drinking pattern which highlighted the need for prevention and harm minimiza-tion programme. Paired sample t-test shows that the decrease in AUDIT three months after intervention is statistically significant. Conclusion: This study conducted in KK suggests that screening coupled with brief intervention can help reduce alcohol misuse and risky drinking and should be practiced in all primary healthcare facilities.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  16. Fulltext Alcohol consumption and its effect on testicular structure and on sperm count and motility in parent mice and their offspring
    Albadri, C.T., Al Ani, I.M., Hiba, H.M.A.
    International Medical Journal Malaysia, 2013;12(1):43-48.
    MyJurnal
    Introduction: The goal of the present study was to examine the effect of alcohol consumption on sperm count and motility and the morphological changes in the seminiferous tubules of parent mice and their offspring. Methods: Animals were divided into two groups, Group 1 (alcohol group) of twelve male and twelve female mice, were given a daily dose of (3 g/kg body weight as 25%, v/v) ethanol by gastric gavage for four and eight weeks. Group 2 (control group) also of twelve male and twelve female mice; received normal access of food and water. After four weeks of treatment, the males and females in each group were allowed to mate, and ethanol treatment continued for up to another four weeks. Twelve male offspring from group 1 and twelve male offspring from group 2 were selected randomly and allowed to become mature. Male parent mice were killed at the 4th and 8th weeks of treatment, and their male offsprings were killed when they reached maturity age. Results: Physiological examination of the sperm solution showed that there was a significant decrease in sperm count and motility after 4 and 8 weeks of ethanol treatment in parent male mice, but this decrease was not significant in their adult offspring. Furthermore, histological investigations indicated testicular lesions in the parent male mice and their adult male offspring. Conclusion: Alcohol abuse has deleterious effects on the testes structure and on the sperm count and motility of the epididymal spermatozoa of both parent mice and their offspring.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  17. Fulltext Role of modified assertive community treatment (ACT) in maintaining stability in patients with dual diagnosis: a case report
    Siti Rohana, A.H., Marhani, M.
    Malaysian Journal of Psychiatry, 2013;22(2):80-83.
    MyJurnal
    This case report highlights the role of hospital-based modified assertive community treatment (ACT) in maintaining stability in a patient with dual diagnosis. We report a case of a middle-aged Indian gentleman who had schizophrenia with co-morbid alcohol abuse presented with multiple relapses, with recurrent suicidal attempts and criminal behaviour during his relapse episodes. After stabilisation of his most recent acute episode in hospital, the patient was followed-up by the community mental health team (CMHT). He was able to maintain in remission and stay free from alcohol, suicidality and criminal behaviour when provided ACT. The hospital-based modified ACT is proven to be effective in the management of this patient with co-morbidities and complications to sustain remission and prevent relapses.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
  18. Management of primary liver cell carcinoma
    Balasegaram M
    Am J Surg, 1975 Jul;130(1):33-7.
    PMID: 50750
    A review of 352 patients with primary liver cell carcinoma treated by the author is presented. The poor rate of resectability (7 per cent) has necessitated various forms of treatment over the years. These are described in detail. Based on this experience, the current form of treatment for nonresectable carcinoma is summarized. Although it is too early to assess this form of treatment, initial results appear to be promising. A second report in the near future is planned.
    Matched MeSH terms: Alcoholism
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