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Fulltext Visual outcome in open globe injuries

Thevi T, Mimiwati Z, Reddy SC

Nepal J Ophthalmol, 2012;4(2):263-70.

PMID: 22864032 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/nepjoph.v4i2.6542

To determine the factors affecting the visual outcome in patients with open globe injuries of eye.

Matched MeSH terms: Eye Injuries, Penetrating/diagnosis

Fulltext Visual epilepsy in glioblastoma multiforme

Chong PK, Loo AV

Med J Malaysia, 2008 Dec;63(5):406-7.

PMID: 19803301 MyJurnal

We report a 33-year-old Chinese gentleman who presented with visual epilepsy and symptoms of raised intracranial pressure in which clinical examination revealed normal visual fields and acuity despite Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) brain showing large contrast enhancing mass at the right occipital lobe. Craniotomy and excision of tumour was done and the histology confirmed glioblastoma multiforme (GBM). He completed radiotherapy and recovered well except developing left inferior homonymous quadrantropia post operatively which improved with time.

Matched MeSH terms: Brain Neoplasms/diagnosis; Glioblastoma/diagnosis

Visual Vignette

Ratnasingam J, Chooi KC, Samsuddin S, Paramasivam S, Ibrahim L, Lim LL, et al.

Endocr Pract, 2017 Jun;23(6):752.

PMID: 27967223 DOI: 10.4158/EP161568.VV

Matched MeSH terms: Pseudotumor Cerebri/diagnosis*

Visual Dermatology: Scalp Involvement in Pemphigus Vegetans

Huei LT, Yee EYW

J Cutan Med Surg, 2020 05 22;25(3):329.

PMID: 32442016 DOI: 10.1177/1203475420928927

Matched MeSH terms: Diagnosis, Differential; Pemphigus/diagnosis*

Vision 20/20: Mammographic breast density and its clinical applications

Ng KH, Lau S

Med Phys, 2015 Dec;42(12):7059-77.

PMID: 26632060 DOI: 10.1118/1.4935141

Breast density is a strong predictor of the failure of mammography screening to detect breast cancer and is a strong predictor of the risk of developing breast cancer. The many imaging options that are now available for imaging dense breasts show great promise, but there is still the question of determining which women are "dense" and what imaging modality is suitable for individual women. To date, mammographic breast density has been classified according to the Breast Imaging-Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) categories from visual assessment, but this is known to be very subjective. Despite many research reports, the authors believe there has been a lack of physics-led and evidence-based arguments about what breast density actually is, how it should be measured, and how it should be used. In this paper, the authors attempt to start correcting this situation by reviewing the history of breast density research and the debates generated by the advocacy movement. The authors review the development of breast density estimation from pattern analysis to area-based analysis, and the current automated volumetric breast density (VBD) analysis. This is followed by a discussion on seeking the ground truth of VBD and mapping volumetric methods to BI-RADS density categories. The authors expect great improvement in VBD measurements that will satisfy the needs of radiologists, epidemiologists, surgeons, and physicists. The authors believe that they are now witnessing a paradigm shift toward personalized breast screening, which is going to see many more cancers being detected early, with the use of automated density measurement tools as an important component.

Matched MeSH terms: Breast Neoplasms/diagnosis

Visceral larva migrans in Malaya. Report of a case

Lee HF, Danaraj TJ

Am J Trop Med Hyg, 1972 Mar;21(2):174-7.

PMID: 5061275

Matched MeSH terms: Larva Migrans, Visceral/diagnosis*

Fulltext Viral hepatitis

Yasmin AM

Med J Malaysia, 1997 Jun;52(2):188-92; quiz 193.

PMID: 10968083

Matched MeSH terms: Hepatitis, Viral, Human/diagnosis

Villoglandular papillary adenocarcinoma of cervix associated with cervical intraepithelial neoplasia: a case report and review of literature

Srilatha PS, Roy A

Indian J Pathol Microbiol, 2007 Oct;50(4):819-21.

PMID: 18306568

Well differentiated villoglandular adenocarcinoma of uterine cervix is a rare tumour which usually occurs in young women. It is considered to be an indolent tumour with favorable prognosis and most of them were treated by conservative procedures. We report a 35 year old lady who came with complaints of 3 months amenorrhoea and an episode of spontaneous bleeding. Urine pregnancy test was negative. Physical examination revealed a cervical polyp. Histopathological findings were consistent with villoglandular papillary adenocarcinoma associated with high grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN-3). Left parametrial and left ureteral involvement, proved by biopsy, causing left hydroureteronephrosis was detected. The patient was thus found to be in an advanced stage, stage- III b (FIGO). The patient is currently undergoing radiotherapy. A review of literature showed that only occasional cases showing disease spread have been reported, suggesting caution in the management and regular follow up of the patient.

Matched MeSH terms: Adenocarcinoma, Papillary/diagnosis; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms/diagnosis; Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia/diagnosis

Fulltext Vignette method for psychiatric case detection in a rural community

Khare CB, Upadhyaya S, Su KW

Med J Malaysia, 1988 Jun;43(2):100-8.

PMID: 3237125

Matched MeSH terms: Mental Disorders/diagnosis*

Views and experiences of Malaysian family medicine trainees of female sexual dysfunction

Lai PS, Tan SY, Liew SM

Arch Sex Behav, 2016 Nov;45(8):2081-2089.

PMID: 27502351 DOI: 10.1007/s10508-016-0796-1

Sociocultural factors have been shown to be important influencers of sexual health and sexuality. Hence, the aim of our study was to explore the views and experiences of family medicine trainees regarding female sexual dysfunction (FSD) with a focus on the barriers and facilitators towards the initiation of conversation on this topic. A qualitative study design involving semi-structured focus group discussions (FGDs) was conducted with 19 family medicine trainees in Malaysia. The conceptual framework used was based on the Theory of Planned Behavior. Thematic approach was used to analyze the data. Participants perceived FSD as being uncommon and unimportant. According to our participants, patients often presented with indirect complaints, and doctors were not proactive in asking about FSD. Three main barriers were identified: doctor factors, perceived patient factors, and system factors. Lack of confidence, knowledge, experience, time, and embarrassment were the key barriers identified at the doctors' level. Lack of awareness, among patients regarding FSD, and local cultural and religious norms were the perceived patient barriers. System barriers were lack of time and privacy. Various facilitators, such as continuous medical education and public forums, were suggested as means to encourage family medicine trainees to initiate discussion on sexual matters during consultations. In conclusion, family medicine trainees found it difficult to initiate conversation on FSD with patients. Interventions to encourage conversation on FSD should target this and other identified barriers.

Matched MeSH terms: Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological/diagnosis; Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological/diagnosis

Video-EEG telemetry: apparent manifestation of both epileptic and non-epileptic attacks causing potential diagnostic pitfalls

Raymond AA, Gilmore WV, Scott CA, Fish DR, Smith SJ

Epileptic Disord, 1999 Jun;1(2):101-6.

PMID: 10937139

Video-EEG telemetry is often used to support the diagnosis of non-epileptic seizures (NES). Although rare, some patients may have both epileptic seizures (ES) and NES. It is crucially important to identify such patients to avoid the hazards of inappropriate anticonvulsant withdrawal. To delineate the electroclinical characteristics and diagnostic problems in this group of patients, we studied the clinical, EEG and MRI features of 14 consecutive patients in whom separate attacks, considered to be both NES and ES were recorded using video-EEG telemetry. Only two patients were drug-reduced during the telemetry. Most patients had their first seizure (ES or NES) in childhood (median age 7 years; range: 6 months-24 years); 8/14 patients were female. Brain MRI was abnormal in 10/14 patients. Interictal EEG abnormalities were present in all patients; 13/14 had epileptiform and 1/14 only background abnormalities. Over 70 seizures were recorded in these 14 patients: in 12/14 patients, the first recorded seizure was a NES (p < 0.001), and 7 of these patients had at least one more NES before an ES was recorded. Only 3/14 patients had more than 5 NES before an ES was recorded. Recording a small number of apparently NES in an individual by no means precludes the possibility of additional epilepsy. Particular care should be taken, and multiple (> 5) seizure recording may be advisable, in patients with a young age of seizure onset, interictal EEG abnormalities, or a clear, potential aetiology for epilepsy.

Matched MeSH terms: Brain Diseases/diagnosis; Diagnosis, Differential; Epilepsy/diagnosis*; Seizures/diagnosis*

Vestibular dysfunction amongst adolescents: what do we know? A review

Saniasiaya J, Narayanan P

J Laryngol Otol, 2023 Jan;137(1):2-6.

PMID: 35616060 DOI: 10.1017/S0022215122001268

BACKGROUND: Vestibular dysfunction in children is a debilitating condition that results in countless pernicious effects, such as motor development delay, poor academic performance and psychosocial impairment. Yet, research pertaining to vestibular and balance disorders amongst adolescents is still lacking and remains an enigma.

METHODS: This paper outlines novel emerging aetiological factors contributing to vestibular dysfunction amongst adolescents by appraising published articles through a narrative review.

RESULTS: Underlying aetiological factors of vestibular dysfunction can be identified among adolescents with thorough evaluation. Proper diagnostic evaluation of vestibular dysfunction is imperative in providing optimal care and guiding appropriate treatment strategies. The available literature demonstrated multifactorial aetiological factors that contribute to vestibular dysfunction in adolescents.

CONCLUSION: Outlining the underlying aetiological factors of vestibular dysfunction is vital to ensure that patients receive appropriate care and treatment.

Matched MeSH terms: Vertigo/diagnosis

Fulltext Vesicular drug delivery systems as theranostics in COVID-19

Satija S, Mehta M, Sharma M, Prasher P, Gupta G, Chellappan DK, et al.

Future Med Chem, 2020 09;12(18):1607-1609.

PMID: 32589055 DOI: 10.4155/fmc-2020-0149

Matched MeSH terms: Pneumonia, Viral/diagnosis*; Coronavirus Infections/diagnosis*

Vesicles and erosions in a patient with chronic eczema: is it just eczema?

Jamil A, Muthupalaniappen L

Ann Acad Med Singap, 2014 Feb;43(2):130-1.

PMID: 24652437

Matched MeSH terms: Eczema/diagnosis; Kaposi Varicelliform Eruption/diagnosis*

Fulltext Vertebrae Destruction with Cauda Equina Syndrome Secondary to Spinal Gouty Arthritis: A Case Report

Thuraikumar K, Wan KL, Ong KL, Lim SW

Malays Orthop J, 2020 Jul;14(2):141-144.

PMID: 32983391 DOI: 10.5704/MOJ.2007.024

Gouty arthritis commonly affects peripheral joints and is associated with hyperuricaemia. Spinal manifestations of gouty arthritis are not common, and majority of published articles worldwide were case reports. This is a case report of spinal gouty arthritis that presented with spinal vertebrae destruction and cauda equina syndrome. The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed destruction of L5/S1end plates with cystic collection mimicking infective changes. The tissue histological examination confirmed presence of urate crystal needles that displayed negative double refraction on light microscopy. Spinal gouty arthritis is part of the differential diagnoses in gouty arthritis patients.

Matched MeSH terms: Diagnosis, Differential

Verrucous lesions in children in the tropics

Mohamed KN

Ann Trop Paediatr, 1990;10(3):273-7.

PMID: 1703744

A wide variety of skin disorders in children are encountered by doctors practising in tropical countries. While some of them are common and pose little difficulty in their management, a few are uncommon, run a protracted course and cause errors in diagnosis. Two patients--one with cutaneous tuberculosis and the other with chromomycosis--are described and illustrate the importance of early and prompt detection of disease in children.

Matched MeSH terms: Chromoblastomycosis/diagnosis*; Diagnosis, Differential; Tuberculosis, Cutaneous/diagnosis*

Fulltext Verrucous carcinoma of maxillary antrum

Indudharan R, Das PK, Thida T

Singapore Med J, 1996 Oct;37(5):559-61.

PMID: 9046219

Verrucous carcinoma of the paranasal sinuses is a rare malignant tumour. It occurs most frequently in the oral cavity and larynx. We present a case of extensive verrucous carcinoma of the maxillary sinus. This paper discusses the clinical and histological features and modes of treatment. All previous reports of verrucous carcinoma cases of paranasal sinuses are reviewed.

Matched MeSH terms: Skull Neoplasms/diagnosis*; Carcinoma, Verrucous/diagnosis*

Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis-When Medication Fails

Abd Hamid MR, Tai ELM, Wan Hazabbah WH, Ramli N

J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract, 2019 Apr;7(4):1308-1309.

PMID: 30581132 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaip.2018.11.016

Matched MeSH terms: Asthma/diagnosis*; Conjunctivitis, Allergic/diagnosis*; Drug Hypersensitivity/diagnosis*; Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions/diagnosis*

Velopharyngeal stenosis, a late complication of radiotherapy

Lee SC, Tang IP, Singh A, Kumar SS, Singh S

Auris Nasus Larynx, 2009 Dec;36(6):709-11.

PMID: 19304419 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2009.02.002

Choanal stenosis has recently been recognized as a late complication of radiation therapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma. The management of velopharyngeal stenosis is challenging with high risk of restenosis. We report a case of velopharyngeal stenosis post-radiotherapy and illustrated the use of mitomycin-C to prevent restenosis. Mitomycin-C application has being shown useful adjunct to surgical technique in managing nasopharyngeal stenosis for surgeons.

Matched MeSH terms: Choanal Atresia/diagnosis*; Radiation Injuries/diagnosis*

Fulltext Vector and reservoir host of a case of human Brugia pahangi infection in Selangor, peninsular Malaysia

Muslim A, Fong MY, Mahmud R, Sivanandam S

Trop Biomed, 2013 Dec;30(4):727-30.

PMID: 24522144 MyJurnal

A case of human eye infection caused by Brugia pahangi was reported in 2010 in a semi rural village in Selangor, peninsular Malaysia. Our report here reveals results of investigation on the vector and animal host for the transmission of the infection. We conducted entomological survey and cat blood examination in the vicinity of the patient's home. The mosquito species Armigeres subalbatus was incriminated as the vector, whereas cat served as the reservoir host.

Matched MeSH terms: Filariasis/diagnosis*; Eye Infections, Parasitic/diagnosis*

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