1.Surgical treatment of subacute hematogenous osteomyelitis in children
Tu Huu Nguyen ; Thanh Thi Ngan Nguyen
Journal of Medical Research 2007;47(2):106-111
Background: Subacute hematogenous osteomyelitis is a rare disease and difficult to diagnose. Hematogenous osteomyelitis is an infection caused by bacterial seeding from the blood. Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis is characterized by an acute infection of the bone caused by the seeding of the bacteria within the bone from a remote source.\r\n', u"Objectives: The study had two purposes: (1) Remark of Clinical and Xray syndrome of Subacute hematogenous osteomyelitis, and (2) Evaluation of the surgical results. Subjects and method:We operated on 42 patients with Subacute hematogenous osteomyelitis during 18 years period ( from 1984, October to 2005 December). Included 11 female, 31 male at the age from 4 to 12 years old. A rontgenographic classification was described by Gledhill & Roberts. The surgical debridement and irrigated with the antibiotic. Results: The patient's temperature is mildly elevated or normal, the pain isn't remarked. The WBC is normal. The cultures obtained by biopsy are positive in 8/42 patients. The lesions of type 1 in (88.1 % and type 2 in 11.9%. The follow - up: Good in 61.7%,Fair in 32.4%, Poor in 5.9%. Conclusions: The diagnosis and treatment are usually delayed, sometimes must be established by an open biopsy and cultures. Treatment with curettage of the lesion and administration irrigated with the solution antibiotics.\r\n", u'
Osteomyelitis/ pathology
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surgery
2.Evaluating the effect of local and intraperitoneal bupivacain infiltrations on pain relief after laparoscopic cholecystectomy \r\n', u'\r\n', u'
Tu Huu Nguyen ; Thanh Thi Ngan Nguyen
Journal of Medical Research 2007;47(2):100-106
Background: Laparoscopic surgery is as very safe as traditional open surgery. A laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure during which the doctor removes your gallbladde. Objectives: This study was to assess the effect of local and intraperitoneal bupivacain infiltration on pain relief after laparoscopic cholecystectomy and the side effects of this technique. Subjects and method: In study group (n = 37), 25 mg bupivacain 0.25 % and 75 mg were infiltrated at Trocat incisions and at intraperitoneal surgery site, respectively. In placebo group (n = 44): no infiltration was used. VAS was measured controlling patient's pain during at rest, following inspiratory effort and movement; IV perfalgan requirement and the side effects of the technique were observed. Results: VAS at rest, following inspiratory effort and movement as well as perfalgan requirement during postoperative 6 hours were lower in study group (p < 0.05). \r\n", u'A significant decrease of heart rate after 10 - 30 minute of intraperitoneal infiltration of bupivacain was noted. Conclusions: Local and intraperitoneal bupivacain infiltrations had an effectiveness on pain relief during 6 hours after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Moderate bradycardia was a main side effect of this technique. \r\n', u' \r\n', u'
Cholecystectomy/ methods
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3.Assessment of child health care practices in Tu Liem district, Ha Noi and Tien Hai district, Thai Binh province
Mai Thi Phuong Le ; Thuy Thi Thanh Nguyen ; Quyet Tu Nguyen ; Dinh Van Tran ; Dung Phuong Luu
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2008;96(4):43-48
Background: Child health care practices in the context of households and community is an important factor to improving the health of children. Some indexes were proposed by the World Health Organization to evaluate these practices. Objectives: To describe the knowledge and practice of pregnant women, under-5-year-old children\u2019s health care and assess the application of the survey toolkit in evaluating various indexes of healthcare practice at family and community levels. Subjects and method: By employing a structured interview, this cross-sectional survey has been conducted in Tu Liem district - Hanoi city and Tien Hai district \u2013 Thai Binh province. 120 mothers of under-5-year-old children participated in the survey. Results:98% of mothers had at least 3 antenatal visits during pregnancy. The rate of complete tetanus vaccination reached 43.3% in Tu Liem and 65% in Tien Hai. Prevalence of infant with low birth weight for age accounted for 8.3% in both districts. The percentage of children given complementary feeding at age of 6 to 9 months as the National Nutrition Program recommendations was only 30%. 65.7% and 68.5% of under-2-year-old children in Tu Liem and Tien Hai were breastfed within the first 30 minutes after delivery. There were a small proportion of mothers who gave complementary food either too early or too late, 8.3% and 8.4% in Tu Liem, 6.7% and 6.6% in Tien Hai, respectively. More than 90% of children were given normal feeding as usual during last their illness, but only 50% of children were given more fluid than usual. 98.2% of mothers knew 2 signs to immediately bring the child to health facilities. The most common injuries in under-5-year-old children were animal bites (62.5%) and falling (31.3%), however only 62.5% of mothers knew at least two measures of injury prevention. Conclusion: The toolkit for collecting data of practical index assessment can be applied at communes.
child health care
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practice
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knowledge
4.Trends in prediabetes and diabetes prevalence and associated risk factors in Vietnamese adults
That Thanh TON ; Anh Thi Ngoc TRAN ; Ich Thanh DO ; Hoa NGUYEN ; Thi Thanh Binh NGUYEN ; Minh Tu NGUYEN ; Van Anh Bao HA ; Anh Quoc TRAN ; Huu Khoi HOANG ; Binh Thang TRAN
Epidemiology and Health 2020;42():e2020029-
OBJECTIVES:
The prevalence of diabetes mellitus is rapidly increasing in Vietnam, particularly among adults aged over 45 years. This study estimated trends in diabetes and prediabetes prevalence and determined risk factors in Vietnamese adults (over 45 years).
METHODS:
A cross-sectional study was conducted based on data from an annual diabetes screening program among people aged 45-69 years in an urban city in central Vietnam (Da Nang). Joinpoint regression analyses were performed to calculate the annual percentage change and ptrend-values. Multinomial logistic regression analysis was used to determine risk factors.
RESULTS:
In total, 3,765 men and 9,149 women were included in this analysis. The age-adjusted prevalence of diabetes and prediabetes in 2017 was 11.4% and 52.9%, respectively. The prevalence of diabetes was higher in men (15.1%) than in women (10.3%), but that of prediabetes was similar in both genders (53.4% vs. 52.8%). The prevalence of prediabetes significantly increased during the study period, whereas no upward or downward trend for diabetes was observed. The prevalence of obesity, abdominal obesity, hypertension, and dyslipidemia showed no obvious trend. Obesity, a high waist-to-hip ratio, hypertension, more severe abdominal obesity, and dyslipidemia were significantly associated with a higher risk of diabetes and prediabetes.
CONCLUSIONS
Diabetes and prediabetes were more prevalent among people aged over 45 years than in the general population. Da Nang has experienced a marked increase in the prevalence of prediabetes. These findings have significant implications regarding the need for nationwide public health interventions and management aiming at diabetes prevention and control.
5.Trends in prediabetes and diabetes prevalence and associated risk factors in Vietnamese adults
That Thanh TON ; Anh Thi Ngoc TRAN ; Ich Thanh DO ; Hoa NGUYEN ; Thi Thanh Binh NGUYEN ; Minh Tu NGUYEN ; Van Anh Bao HA ; Anh Quoc TRAN ; Huu Khoi HOANG ; Binh Thang TRAN
Epidemiology and Health 2020;42():e2020029-
OBJECTIVES:
The prevalence of diabetes mellitus is rapidly increasing in Vietnam, particularly among adults aged over 45 years. This study estimated trends in diabetes and prediabetes prevalence and determined risk factors in Vietnamese adults (over 45 years).
METHODS:
A cross-sectional study was conducted based on data from an annual diabetes screening program among people aged 45-69 years in an urban city in central Vietnam (Da Nang). Joinpoint regression analyses were performed to calculate the annual percentage change and ptrend-values. Multinomial logistic regression analysis was used to determine risk factors.
RESULTS:
In total, 3,765 men and 9,149 women were included in this analysis. The age-adjusted prevalence of diabetes and prediabetes in 2017 was 11.4% and 52.9%, respectively. The prevalence of diabetes was higher in men (15.1%) than in women (10.3%), but that of prediabetes was similar in both genders (53.4% vs. 52.8%). The prevalence of prediabetes significantly increased during the study period, whereas no upward or downward trend for diabetes was observed. The prevalence of obesity, abdominal obesity, hypertension, and dyslipidemia showed no obvious trend. Obesity, a high waist-to-hip ratio, hypertension, more severe abdominal obesity, and dyslipidemia were significantly associated with a higher risk of diabetes and prediabetes.
CONCLUSIONS
Diabetes and prediabetes were more prevalent among people aged over 45 years than in the general population. Da Nang has experienced a marked increase in the prevalence of prediabetes. These findings have significant implications regarding the need for nationwide public health interventions and management aiming at diabetes prevention and control.
6.Epidemiology of ROTA virus diarrhea in Ho Chi Minh city from 12/2006-11/2007
Hien Dang Nguyen ; Huong Thu Ngo ; Luan Thi Le ; Man Van Nguyen ; Dung Trung Le ; Ha Thi Ngan Dang ; Huong Thi Mai Nguyen ; Hanh Bich Tran ; Tu Van Phan ; Thao Thi Thanh Nguyen ; Phuc Le Hoang
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2008;97(5):46-51
Background: Acute gastroenterophathy usually caused by the Rota virus for children under 5 years old. Objectives: To present various types of data on epidemiology of ROTA virus diarrhea in Ho Chi Minh city from 12/2006-11/2007. Material and method: The data were collected from 500 stool specimens of diarrhea diagnosed chilren hosptalised at Thuy Dien Pediatric hospital 1, Ho Chi Minh city from December/2006 to November /2007. Results:There were 322 rotavirus-positive specimens, representing 64.4%. The proportions of monthly distribution of cases with diarrhea due to rotavirus were 90.1%, 54.39%, 85.37%, 74.51%, 72.92%, 41.67%, 26.67%, 58.33%, 79.31%, 52.63%, 69.05% and 57.78%, respectively. The numbers of rotavirus-positive cases in male and female were 216 (65.26%) and 106 (62.72%), respectively. The proportions of Rota virus positive children compared to total number of diarrheal cases with age 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-24, 24-36 and over 36 months were 2.80%, 7.76%, 40.06%, 40.68%, 5.28% and 3.42%, respectively.\r\n', u'The results of typing identification indicated that the phenotypes of 98 among 100 specimens were identified (98%) in which there were sixty-one specimens of G1P8 (61%), one specimen of G2P8 (1%), fourteen specimens of G3P8 (14%), four of specimens of G4P8 (4%), eighteen specimens of GmixedP8 (18%). There were only two specimens of GnontypeableP8 (2%). Conclusion: Further studies should be carried out to clear this issue.\r\n', u'
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7.NO Production Inhibition of Lignans from Vietnamese Schisandra sphenanthera Rehd. et Wils. Fruits
Hong Khuyen THI PHAM ; Phu Chi Hieu TRUONG ; Khanh Huyen THI PHAM ; Dao Cuong TO ; Manh Hung TRAN ; Tu Nguyen THI THANH
Natural Product Sciences 2023;29(4):312-322
In the present study, bioactivity-guided extraction and isolation of the n-hexane fraction of the fruits of Vietnamese Schisandra sphenanthera led to the isolation of five dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans as gomisin N (1), schisandrin C (2), gomisin H (3), gomisin D (4), and gomisin C (5). All the isolates were tested for their inhibition of NO production in LPS-induced RAW 264.7 cells. Among them, compounds 4 and 5 showed weak inhibition of NO production with IC 50 values of 25.0 ± 1.6 and 24.8 ± 2.0 µM, respectively. Compound 1 exhibited NO production inhibition with an IC 50 value of 15.8 ± 2.1 µM, meanwhile, schisandrin C (2) showed the most potent inhibition with an IC 50 value of 8.5 ± 0.5 µM. In addition, compound 2 had a concentrationdependent inhibitory effect on the protein expression of the inflammatory enzymes iNOS and COX-2. Their physicochemical properties and ADMET data were predicted by in silico, indicating favorable drug-like properties as well as low acute oral toxicity. The results suggest that the fruit of S. sphenanthera and its phytochemical constituents might be used as anti-inflammatory agents.
8.Mental health and its determinants among adolescents living in families with separated or divorced parents in an urban area of Vietnam
Binh Thang TRAN ; Minh Tu NGUYEN ; Minh Tam NGUYEN ; Thanh Gia NGUYEN ; Vo Nu Hong DUC ; Thi Tra My TRAN
Osong Public Health and Research Perspectives 2023;14(4):300-311
Objectives:
We assessed the prevalence of stress, anxiety, and depression among adolescents living in families with separated or divorced parents in Hue City, Vietnam and identified factors associated with these conditions.
Methods:
This cross-sectional study enrolled 309 adolescents, aged 12 to 17 years, living in families with separated or divorced parents in Hue City, Vietnam. The depression anxiety stress scale-21 (DASS-21) was used to measure stress, anxiety, and depression. Predictors of overall and individual mental health problems were identified using ordered and binary logistic regression, respectively.
Results:
The DASS-21 scale revealed a 49.2% prevalence of stress, while anxiety and depression had s prevalence rates of 61.5%. Among participants, 42.4% experienced all 3 mental health issues. Several factors were identified as significant predictors of mental health problems, including poor to average economic status (adjusted odds ratio [aOR], 2.00; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.21–3.31; p=0.007); being in high school (aOR, 5.02; 95% CI, 2.93–8.60; p<0.001); maternal occupation of teacher, healthcare professional, or official (aOR, 2.39; 95% CI, 1.13–5.03; p=0.022); longer duration of family separation or divorce (aOR, 1.24; 95% CI, 1.05–1.45; p=0.009); living with one’s mother (aOR, 1.69; 95% CI, 1.03–2.76; p=0.04); alcohol consumption (aOR, 1.70; 95% CI, 0.99–2.92; p=0.050); and being bullied (aOR, 5.33; 95% CI, 1.10–25.69; p=0.037). Most of these factors were associated with stress, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, smoking was associated with stress.
Conclusion
Adolescents with separated or divorced parents were at increased risk of stress, anxiety, and depression. The findings of this study provide important implications for prevention programs.
9.HER2 Status and Its Heterogeneity in Gastric Carcinoma of Vietnamese Patient.
Dang Anh Thu PHAN ; Vu Thien NGUYEN ; Thi Ngoc Ha HUA ; Quoc Dat NGO ; Thi Phuong Thao DOAN ; Sao Trung NGUYEN ; Anh Tu THAI ; Van Thanh NGUYEN
Journal of Pathology and Translational Medicine 2017;51(4):396-402
BACKGROUND: Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) is related to the pathogenesis and poor outcome of numerous types of carcinomas, including gastric carcinoma. Gastric cancer patients with HER2 positivity have become potential candidates for targeted therapy with trastuzumab. METHODS: We investigated 208 gastric cancer specimens using immunohistochemistry (IHC), fluorescence in situ hybridization and dual in situ hybridization (ISH). We also investigated the concordance between IHC and ISH. The correlation between HER2 status and various clinicopathological findings was also investigated. RESULTS: In total, 15.9% (33/208) and 24.5% (51/208) of gastric cancers showed HER2 gene amplification and protein overexpression, respectively. A high level of concordance between ISH and IHC analyses (91.3%, κ = 0.76) was found. A significant correlation between HER2 status and intestinal-type (p < .05) and differentiated carcinomas (p < .05) was also noted. The HER2 heterogeneity was high in gastric cancers; we found 68.8% phenotypic heterogeneity and 57.6% genotypic heterogeneity. Heterogeneity in HER2 protein expression and gene amplification showed a close association with diffuse histologic type and IHC 2+. CONCLUSIONS: HER2 protein overexpression and gene amplification were detected in 24.5% and 15.9% of gastric cancer specimens, respectively. Intestinal-type showed a higher level of HER2 protein overexpression and gene amplification than diffuse type. HER2 status also showed a significant relationship with well- and moderately-differentiated carcinomas. The ratio of phenotypic and genotypic heterogeneity of HER2 was high in gastric carcinomas and was associated with HER2 IHC 2+ and diffuse histologic type.
Asian Continental Ancestry Group*
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Fluorescence
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Gene Amplification
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Genes, erbB-2
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Humans
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Immunohistochemistry
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In Situ Hybridization
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Population Characteristics*
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Receptor, Epidermal Growth Factor
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Stomach Neoplasms
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Trastuzumab
10.Knowledge, attitude and practice on the use of vietnamese medicinal plants for common diseases treatment among people in Phu Vang district, Thua Thien Hue province
Van Hung NGUYEN ; Thi Cam Quy TRUONG ; Xuan Vu NGUYEN ; Duc Hieu NGUYEN ; Thi Vui HUYNH ; Thi Ha Nhi TANG ; Thi Ngoc Giao LE ; Thanh Tu TRUONG ; Dinh Tuyen HOANG ; Dinh Hue LE
Hue Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy 2023;13(7):75-82
Background: Vietnamese herbs are considered as a botanical resource, a precious medicinal source of our country, and are widely used in the residential community in general. Phu Vang district is a coastal plain and lagoon in Thua Thien Hue province, where people’s living standards are not high, health facilities lack equipment. Therefore, the needs for primary health care are necessary to be strengthened, especially in the treatment of common diseases using Vietnamese herbs to reduce costs and improve health for the people. However, the knowledge of the local residents about Vietnamese herbs preventing and treating common diseases at home has not been surveyed. Objectives: (1) To describe the knowledge, attitude and practice on the use of Vietnamese herbs used in the treatment of common diseases of residents in some communes of Phu Vang district. (2) To determine some factors related to the use of Vietnamese herbs in the treatment of common diseases among the residents. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 400 residents representing the heads of households in three communes of Phu Vang district, Thua Thien Hue province, Thua Thien Hue province. Descriptive statistical analysis and multivariable logistic regression were performed with SPSS software. Results: Knowledge: Good: 45.2%; Fair: 30.8%; Average: 9.0%; Poor: 2.0%. Attitude: 97.0% of residents preferred using Vietnamese herbs in the treatment of common diseases, and 96.6% of residents agreed to continue using Vietnamese herbs to treat similar diseases later. Practice: Good: 7.8%; Fair: 16.7%; Average: 25.3%; Poor: 50.2%. Receiving information about Vietnamese herbs and growing them at home gardens were two factors related to the use of Vietnamese herbs to treat common diseases (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The practice of using Vietnamese herbs to treat common diseases of the residents in Phu Vang district is still low, it is necessary to strengthen educational propaganda to raise the awareness and practice among residents on the prevention and treatment of diseases with Vietnamese herbs at home.