Volume 104, No. 9 Health Alert
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COVID-19 vaccination linked to less mechanical ventilation
New evidence reveals that immunization of people 70 and older with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in Israel was associated with a precipitous drop in need for mechanical ventilation.
Highlighted Articles
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Original ArticleOpen Access
Riyapan S, Hirunwidchayarat P, Ruangsomboon O, Chaisirin W, Limsuwat C, Surabenjawong U, Monsomboon A, Prapruetkit N, Chakorn T
A comparison between pediatric-sized and adult-sized bag-valve-mask (BVM) ventilation in simulated adult out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) in a moving ambulance demonstrated the superiority of the adult-sized BVM over the pediatric-sized BVM for achieving appropriate Vt in adult OHCA.
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Original ArticleOpen Access
Screening Tests for Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Thai Adults: A Systematic Review
Kanjanapong S, Phannarus H, Muangpaisan W
Various screening tests for cognitive impairment have been examined in the Thai population. The present study main observation was that many researchers did not clearly address their methodology and biases. Tackling these issues will ensure a high-quality methodology and validity of screening tests. Future studies should focus on either developing appropriate tools or adapting the existing tools to better suit elderly Thai adults.
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Original ArticleOpen Access
Mahasupachai N, Chanlalit C, Sakdapanichkul C
Multi-stranded model BS, a needled suture, had a higher load to failure than CF, a needleless suture. Moreover, needleless sutures had serious modes of failure, which were knot slipping and strangulation of graft by the suture material. Therefore, needleless suture technique for multi-stranded tendon graft preparation was not recommended.
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Review ArticleOpen Access
Wantanakorn P
Digital media and devices can be a double-edged sword. Parents and children need to understand the benefits and disadvantages of these tools, and how to use them most effectively to promote children’s positive experiences, learning, and development in immersive digital environments.
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Original ArticleOpen Access
Pattrakornkul N, Ngamcherdtrakul P, Kriangburapa W, Tangjaturonrasme S, Yampratoom R
Daily iron supplementation of 10 mg/day is more effective than 30 mg weekly iron supplementation in improving iron status and hemoglobin level in the Thai infants.
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Call for Emergency Action to Limit Global Temperature Increases, Restore Biodiversity, and Protect Health
Atwoli L, Baqui AH, Benfield T, Bosurgi R, Godlee F, Hancocks S, Horton R, Laybourn-Langton L, Monteiro CA, Norman I, Patrick K, et al -
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Comparison between Pediatric-Sized and Adult-Sized Bag-Valve-Mask Ventilation for Achieving Appropriate Tidal Volume in Simulated Adult Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest in a Moving Ambulance
Riyapan S, Hirunwidchayarat P, Ruangsomboon O, Chaisirin W, Limsuwat C, Surabenjawong U, Monsomboon A, Prapruetkit N, Chakorn T
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The Result of Re-Transurethral Resection of Bladder Tumor in Eight Years
Tammabut T, Siriboonrid S
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Transradial Access for Non-Coronary Intervention: Initial Experience of Ramathibodi Hospital
Chansanti O, Hengriprasopchoke S, Wedsart B, Treesit T, Bua-ngam C, Panpikoon T
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A Patellofemoral Chondropathy Quantification from Vibroarthrography: A Preliminary Study
Watcharaprechasakul V, Srungboonmee K
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Screening Tests for Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Thai Adults: A Systematic Review
Kanjanapong S, Phannarus H, Muangpaisan W
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Comparative Study of Biomechanical Properties between Needled Suture and Needleless Suture in Multi-Strand Tendon Graft Model
Mahasupachai N, Chanlalit C, Sakdapanichkul C
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Benign Intraductal Papilloma Diagnosed on Imaging-Guided Breast Biopsy: Upgrade Rate to Carcinoma and to High-Risk Lesion
Jungmeechoke K, Khamkajorn C, Saengruang-Orn S
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Prevalence of Congenital Anomalies of the Inferior Vena Cava: CT Assessment in Thai Patients
Sanpatchayapong A, Issaragrisil S
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The Prostate Saturation Point after Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Testosterone Deficiency Patient
Sakonponwasin N, Sirisopana K, Ketsuwan C, Khongcharoensombat W, Leenanupunth C, Sangkum P
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Point Prevalence Survey of Antimicrobial Prescription Patterns in a Pediatric Tertiary-Care Unit in Thailand 2019
Teeragaroonwong S, Anugulruengkitt S, Sophonphan J, Theerawit T, Puthanakit T
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The Correlation Between the 2-Minute Step Test and Body Mass Index in Thai Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Amput P, Wongphon S, Sungkamanee S, Ladawan S, Maharan S, Phrompao P
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Factors Associated with Successful Resuscitation during Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Performed By Surgico Medical Ambulance and Rescue Team (S.M.A.R.T), Division of Emergency Medical Service and Disaster, Faculty of Medicine Vajira Hospital, Navamindrad
Huabbangyang T, Soion T, Promdee A, Nguanjinda K, Chamchan A, Chaisorn R, Thaitan D, Tudchomuang N, Mahayodsanan T, Klaiangthong R
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Perioperative Outcomes of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in Septuagenarians and Beyond
Ketsuwan C, Leenanupunth C, Kochakarn W, Phengsalae Y, Sangkum P, Kongchareonsombat W
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Daily and Weekly Iron Supplementations to Improve Iron Status in Infants: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Pattrakornkul N, Ngamcherdtrakul P, Kriangburapa W, Tangjaturonrasme S, Yampratoom R
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Do Different Roles of Anesthesia Residents Improve Knowledge Retention after Non-Technical Skills Workshop?
Oofuvong M, Pattaravit N, Kanjanawanichkul O, Siripruekpong S, Nuanjun K, Suwannarat B
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Efficacy of a Combination of Ketamine and Morphine for Intravenous Patient Controlled-Analgesia in Upper Abdominal Surgery: A Prospective, Double-blind, Randomized Controlled Trial
Ratanasuwan P, Nonphiaraj S, Pongjanyakul S, Somdee W, Taesiri W, Ruenhunsa T, Chanthawong S
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Anatomical Features of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm on CT Angiography: A Comparison Study
Sungsiri J, Tangsittitum C, Kiranantawat N, Bhuthathorn L, Kritpracha B
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Anesthesia Clinical Outcome and Management in Cytoreductive Surgery with Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy: A Retrospective Analysis
Techanivate A, Ouransatien W, Thonnagith A
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The Effects on Anesthetic Knowledge after Pre-Anesthetic Visit Comparing between the Use of Face-To-Face Interview Alone with Face-To-Face Interview Plus Animated Video or Brochure in Patients Undergoing Elective General Anesthesia
Chanthawong S, Phendee N, Plengpanich P, Chaikree Y, Phoesri N, Paksiri W, Silarat S
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Atypical Fracture of Proximal Ulna Associated with Prolonged Bisphosphonate Therapy Managed with Nonoperative Treatment: A Case Report and Literature Review
Sabsuantang K, Pengrung N, Sirisreetreerux N, Kulachote N, Sa-ngasoongsong P