1.Retroperitoneal teratoma.
The Medical journal of Malaysia 1979;33(3):226-9
2.Ventricular dyssynchrony is common among heart failure patients with narrow QRS complex
Yaakob ZH ; Syed Tamin S ; Nik Zainal NH ; Chee KH ; Chong WP ; Hashim NE ; Singh R ; Zainal Abidin I ; Haron H ; Wan Ahmad WA
Journal of University of Malaya Medical Centre 2009;12(2):57-62
Current selection guideline for CRT uses broad QRS duration (>120 ms) as a marker for ventricular
dyssynchrony. However, more recent data supports mechanical marker specifically measured
by Tissue Doppler Imaging (TDI) as a better criterion to predict response to CRT. Sixty seven
patients with significant left ventricular dysfunction (EF less than 40%) and narrow QRS complex
were prospectively enrolled. They underwent Tissue Doppler Imaging (TDI) study to evaluate
intraventricular mechanical dyssynchrony. Dyssynchrony index which is defined as standard
deviation of time to peak systolic velocity in twelve ventricular segments was measured. A value
greater than 32.6 is taken to reflect significant ventricular dyssynchrony. Overall 38 patients
(56.7%) demonstrated significant dyssynchrony. There was no significant correlation between QRS
duration and the Ts-SD-12 (r = 0.14, p = 0.11). Ventricular mechanical dyssynchrony is common
in patients with normal QRS duration. Therefore, QRS duration alone will miss a substantial
proportion of suitable patients for CRT and therefore deny them this adjunct therapy. We propose
echocardiographic parameters, specifically TDI, to be included in patient selection criteria for CRT.
3.Tinjauan Penggunaan Ramuan dan Pembungkusan Dalam Pembuatan Keropok Lekor di Selangor (A survey of the use of ingredients and packaging in the manufacture of fish-based snack in Selangor)
Nik Nur Atiqah Nasuha Ahmad Sabri ; Nurul Fatin Malek Rivan ; Mohd Noor Hidayat Adenan ; Hasnah Haron
Malaysian Journal of Health Sciences 2024;22(No.2):83-99
Keropok lekor is a fish-based snack and traditional food originating from the East Coast of
Peninsular Malaysia, especially in Terengganu. This study was conducted to identify the
ingredients and packaging used in the manufacturing of keropok lekor by entrepreneurs in
Selangor. This study is a qualitative study that requires in-depth interviews. The Nutritionist
Pro application was used to determine the nutrients in keropok lekor. The sampling method for
this study is purposive sampling and involves five keropok lekor operators around Selangor.
The ingredients used in making keropok lekor are salt, fish filling (fringescale sardine), baking
powder, monosodium glutamate (MSG), margarine, and sweet potato flour. Through this study,
it was found that the main source of sodium in keropok lekor is salt. For keropok lekor
packaging, all keropok lekor operators use the same packaging method, which is vacuum
packaging. In addition, the majority of keropok lekor operators (80%) have been introduced
to Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). The results of the study show that the average
sodium content in keropok lekor is 372.11mg/100g and is categorized as medium-level sodium.
Although the majority of keropok lekor operators have been introduced to MAP packaging,
further research needs to be conducted to find out whether keropok lekor operators have
renewed their packaging methods or vice versa. In conclusion, based on the findings, the
content of sodium in the manufacturing of keropok lekor in Selangor is still under control. The
results of this study can be used to help the government monitor the sodium content found in
keropok lekor around Selangor.
4.Prevalence of Poor Mental Health and Cognitive Status among Middle-Aged Adults and Its Predictors in Relation to Polyphenols Intake
Hanisah Rosli ; Suzana Shahar ; Normah Che Din ; Hasnah Haron ; Nor Fadilah Rajab
Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences 2019;26(3):72-89
Background: Decline in mental health and cognitive status starts to show its sign during
middle-age and is affected by dietary factors, namely the polyphenols intake. Polyphenols have
received attention in improving health issues related to aging, including decline in mental health
and cognitive. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of poor mental health and
cognitive status among middle-aged adults and its predictors in relation to polyphenols intake.
Methods: Subjects’ food intakes were calculated by using dietary history questionnaire
and food frequency questionnaire for polyphenols. The subjects’ mental health and cognitive status
were measured by general health questionnaire-28 (GHQ-28) and Rey’s auditory verbal learning
test (RAVLT).
Results: More than 40% of middle-aged adults were identified as having signs of poor
mental health. A total of 67.9% of the subjects had poor cognitive status according to RAVLT
immediate recall. Hierarchical binary logistic regression indicated that fat intake was associated
with somatic symptoms for both men [adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 1.04; P < 0.05] and women
(AOR = 1.06; P < 0.05). Intake of lignan (AOR = 1.071; P < 0.05) was associated with better RAVLT
immediate recall among women. Additionally, high cholesterol (AOR = 3.14; P < 0.05) was
associated with poor score of RAVLT delayed recall for women.
Conclusions: Early detection of poor mental health and cognitive is crucial to prevent
Alzheimer’s disease in old age.