1.Core needle biopsy of palpable breast lump: the influence of needle size.
The Medical Journal of Malaysia 2003;58(3):399-404
The diagnostic value of core needle biopsy is increasingly being preferred because of its better characterization of benign and malignant lesions and lower frequency of insufficient samples. The aim of this study was to determine the diagnostic accuracy and complication rates with 2 different gauges of core biopsy needle in the preoperative diagnosis of palpable breast lumps. A total of 150 consecutive core biopsies were included in this prospective non-randomised study of palpable breast lump from May 2000 to May 2001. The tissue diagnosis made from the core biopsy specimen was compared with the final histopathology reports from the excised specimen. However, if the lump is not excised, a presumptive diagnosis of benign lesion was made only after at least 6 months follow up with no change in the breast lump. The data were analysed for sensitivity, specificity, predictive values, diagnostic accuracy and complications. The results from the 2 different sizes of core needle biopsies were compared accordingly and a statistical analysis was performed using Chi-squared test. Ninety-six core specimens were acquired with 14 G needle while the other 54 with 16 G needle. There was no significant statistical difference between the accuracy of both needle sizes. However, 4 complications occurred with the larger size 14 G needle while none with the 16 G needle, but this was not statistically significant. In conclusion the size 16 G core biopsy needle provided an accurate diagnostic reliability that is comparable to the larger size 14 G needle in the preoperative diagnosis of palpable breast lump.
Biopsy, Fine-Needle/*instrumentation
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Breast Diseases/*pathology
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Needles/*adverse effects
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*Palpation
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Preoperative Care/*instrumentation
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Reproducibility of Results
2.Stridor in Children: Croup or Something More Sinister? A Case of Subglottic Cyst
Mohd Hisham MI ; Tan TL ; Fadzlon MY
Medicine and Health 2016;11(1):92-95
Stridor in infants with subglottic cyst is rare. Mismanagement of such cases may
lead to respiratory compromise with a potentially serious and fatal outcome. The
diversity of the clinical presentations throws a great challenge in the diagnosis of
subglottic cysts. Manifestations vary as they depend on the size and location of
the cysts. We report the case of a 6-month-old girl who had a subglottic cyst
but managed as moderate croup till she developed worsening respiratory acidosis
which difficult intubation. Any case of premature infants with previous history of
neonatal intubation presenting with stridor should prompt clinicians to look for
possible cysts in the larynx. This is important because once the diagnosis is made,appropriate treatment may be given and unnecessary morbidity and mortality may
be avoided.
Intubation, Intratracheal
3.Mucinous adenocarcinoma arising from chronic perianal fistula.
Raja B Hisham ; A R Sabariah ; A G Yunus
The Medical journal of Malaysia 2006;61(1):88-90
Perianal mucinous adenocarcinoma is a rare tumor which may be associated with long-standing chronic perianal sepsis. Early diagnosis is challenging and is based on a high index of clinical suspicion and specific histological features. Definitive treatment is surgical, in the form of an abdomino-perineal resection. We hereby describe a case of a perianal mucinous adenocarcinoma arising from long-standing recurrent perianal fistula and complement this with a brief review of the literature pertaining in particular to the management of this condition.
Chronic
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Fistula
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Adenocarcinoma, Mucinous
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Adenocarcinoma
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Definitive
4.In-hospital outcome of elderly patients with acute coronary syndromes treated with platelet glycoprotein Ⅱb/Ⅲa blockers
Julian BOOKER ; Hisham DOKAINISH ; Nasser LAKKIS
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology 2005;2(4):203-205
The safety of intravenous glycoprotein Ⅱb/Ⅲa inhibitors (GPI) in elderly patients admitted with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) has not yet been established. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety of GPI in elderly patients with ACS. Methods Ninety consecutive patients ≥70 years of age admitted to a county hospital between 1999-2004 were included. All patients had typical ACS symptoms along with high-risk markers. Results There was no difference in the TIMI risk score between patients who received GPI (n=47) and those who did not (n=43). Patients who received GPI had a lower creatinine clearance(40 cc/min vs. 47cc/min, p= 0.04). Patients who received GPI had a lower incidence of death, reinfarction or major bleeding (19% vs.4%, p=0.03). There was no significant difference in major bleeding between the 2 groups. None of the patients in either group developed thrombocytopenia. Conclusion This retrospective small study suggests that the use of GPI in a selected group of elderly patients with acute coronary syndrome may be safe.
5.Evaluation of the acute effect of Sildenafil citrate on visual function in patients with early-stage age-related macular degeneration
Ibrahim Sabra Mostafa NEVEEN ; Hashem Aly HISHAM ; Helal Youssef AHMED
International Eye Science 2009;9(5):824-827
AIM: To assess the effect of a single dose of Sildenafil citrate on the visual function in men with early-stage age-related macular degeneration(AMD).METHODS: Forty men (mean age 71, range from 55-86 years)with early-stage AMD were prospectively randomized to receive either placebo or Sildenafil citrate (Viagra; Pfizer Inc, New York, NY) 100mg as a single oral dose. Subjects underwent visual acuity, Amsler grid and color discrimination in each eye before and at specific intervals within 9 hours after dosing.RESULTS: Compared with placebo, no pattern of errors were evident in any visual function test following Sildenafil administration. No statistically or clinically relevant changes from baseline were observed in visual acuity or color discrimination. No clinically relevant changes were observed in the Amsler grid. Sildenafil treatment was associated with transient mild or moderate headache and flushing. CONCLUSION: A single 100mg dose of Sildenafil was well tolerated and produced no significant acute visual effects in a sample of men with early-stage AMD.
6.A journey from the known to the unknown: A qualitative study approach
Helenna M Hisham Hashim ; Lee Mei-Li ; Ng Chong Guan
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry 2013;14(1):1-6
Individuals deal with dying and death differently and may not experience the same journey. We investigated Kübler-Ross’ Five Stages of Grief on terminally
ill patients to review the current applicability of the model among this population.
The aims of this paper is to share information regarding the Five Stages of Grief, the emotions associated with the stages, and the challenges that terminally ill patients,
namely those diagnosed with cancer, experience. Methods: Non-structured interviews were conducted among terminally ill patients located at the palliative
ward for two years. Results: We found that terminally ill patients at the palliative ward were undergoing the Five Stages of Grief, and that the emotions associated
with the stages were reported to be similar to the emotions proposed in the model and among the patients. Conclusion: Kübler-Ross’ Five Stages of Grief is still
applicable among terminally ill patients. The thoughts regarding dying and death still remain negative, therefore, the change in the myths of dying and death are
required to help improve the journey towards death.
7.Assessment Of Students’ Perceptions Towards E-Learning Management System (E-LMS) In A Malaysian Pharmacy School: A Descriptive Study
Mohamed Azmi H ; Zeehan SI ; Fahad S ; Maryam F ; Hisham A
Malaysian Journal of Public Health Medicine 2012;12(1):14-20
The study aims to evaluate students’ perceptions towards e-Learning Management System (e-LMS) in pharmacy education. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among all undergraduates enrolled at School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia. A pre-validated questionnaire consisting of two domains (demographic characteristics and students’ perception regarding the use of e-LMS) was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the demographic characteristics of the study respondents. Chi Square test was used to measure association between the study variables. All analysis was performed by using Predictive Analytical Software (PASW) v. 18. A total of 315 students completed the survey questionnaire with a response rate of 57.6%. Majority of the students (61.0%) accessed e-LMS to acquire lecture notes for their studies, followed by 53.3% have used e-LMS for the preparation of the assignments. Seventy eight percent of the respondents agreed that e-LMS is very useful and felt that e-LMS is making their studies easier. However, 50% of students claimed that poor network connection at the campus is a major barrier in accessing e-LMS. Moreover, 48% of the respondents disagreed that e-LMS should be taken into account as an assessment criterion for students’ grading. Students are found to be frequently engaged in using e-LMS and believed that online based learning is enhancing their academic performances. Nevertheless, students still prefer hybrid teaching methodologies than choosing traditional system or e-learning as an alone entity.
9.Scaffold Selection for Tissue Engineering in Dentistry
FARINAWATI Y ; NURMIMIE A ; NUR ATMALIYA L ; SHAHRUL HISHAM ZA ; ROHAYA MAW
Medicine and Health 2020;15(1):34-53
Tissue engineering aims to restore lost, damaged, diseased or defective tissues in the human body using engineered or regenerated products. The advancement of tissue engineering has given a promising opportunity for better clinical practice in treating dental patients especially in the fields of endodontic, bone and periodontal tissue as well as whole tooth regeneration. In this review, we briefly summarise the possible selection criteria of scaffolds for potential tissue engineering applications in dentistry. Biochemical and physical properties, as well as scaffolding approaches involved in the selection of an ideal scaffold for dental tissue engineering, are also discussed in this review. This review also discussed major applications of tissue engineering in the dentistry field, which can create a paradigm for future studies of tissue regeneration by using selected cells and scaffolds as an alternative treatment in dentistry.
10.Potential Health Impacts of Bauxite Mining in Kuantan
Noor Hisham Abdullah ; Norlen Mohamed ; Lokman Hakim Sulaiman ; Thahirahtul Asma Zakaria ; Daud Abdul Rahim
Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences 2016;23(3):1-8
Bauxite mining is not known to most Malaysian except recently due to environmental pollution
issues in Kuantan, Pahang. Potential impacts are expected to go beyond physical environment and
physical illness if the situation is not controlled. Loss of economic potentials, and the presence
of unpleasant red dust causing mental distress, anger and community outrage. More studies are
needed to associate it with chronic physical illness. While evidences are vital for action, merely
waiting for a disease to occur is a sign of failure in prevention. All responsible agencies should focus
on a wider aspect of health determinants rather than merely on the occurrence of diseases to act and
the need to emphasize on sustainable mining to ensure health of people is not compromised.