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Clinical Features and Liver Function Tests in Non-ICU Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19 in University of Phayao Hospital

Chachvarat P, Fukfon K, Chachvarat S, Thanasombunsukh K

The aforementioned findings offer valuable insights for the therapeutic care of individuals with COVID-19 in the current endemic situation. Moreover, they have the potential to enhance early detection of patient situations, facilitate appropriate treatment strategies, and ultimately contribute to the reduction of mortality rates.

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Pain-Reducing Modalities Before Botulinum Type A Injections for Hemifacial Spasm Treatment: A Comparative Study

Boontantrapiwat S, Khaimook A

EMLA cream application resulted in the lowest mean pain and the highest satisfaction scores. Control with placebo intervention increased the satisfaction score without reducing the mean pain score. Cold compression decreased bleeding complications, and the second-lowest mean pain scores.

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Characteristics of Hospital-Acquired Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection in Young Children Prior to the COVID-19 Outbreak

Ruenglerdpong S, Lapphra K, Phongsamart W, Wittawatmongkol O, Rungmaitree S, Sitthirit W, Sinderadard K, Chokephaibulkit K

HA-RSV coincides with community outbreaks, being more severe and affecting vulnerable patients. Targeted surveillance during high RSV seasons is crucial for prevention in hospitals.

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Efficacy of Auricular Point Acupressure with Magnetic Plates on Postpartum Anxiety and Depression in Low Risk Parturient at Thammasat University Hospital: A Randomized Clinical Controlled Trial

Hajeeyeh R, Suwannarurk K, Sangwattanakul P, Iaocharoen P, Kim J, Pattaraarchachai J, Bhamarapravatana K

Auricular acupressure (AC) with or without magnetic plates at HT7, CO15 and AT4 significantly reduced anxiety and decreased depression with less confidence in postpartum subjects.

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Prevalence of Anti-HLA Antibodies in Multiply Transfused Patients with Hematologic Malignancy

Yeampinij M, Vejbaesya S, Khuhapinant A, Luangtrakool P

Patients with hematologic malignancies who required long-term blood transfusion supportive could be at high risk for the development of anti-HLA antibodies. Important risk factors are pregnancy, multiple transfusions, and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS).