Comparison of Intubation Time with GlideScope ® and McIntosh Laryngoscope in Obese Patients
Conclusion: The intubation time and the success rate between the McIntosh blade and GlideScope® in obese patients was not significantly different. Nevertheless, the GlideScope® provided a better laryngoscopic view than the McIntosh blade. PMID: 29911789 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Management Outcome of Severe Laryngomalacia at Queen Sirikit National Institute Child Health.
Conclusion: Our management in severe LM include: observation, laser supraglottoplasty, and tracheostomy. The overall post-management outcome were satisfactory but the present study was limited to relatively small number of patients. PMID: 29911790 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Exercise Intensity and Substrate Utilization in Healthy Sedentary Females Using the Life-Build-Line Device.
Conclusion: These findings indicate that LBL offers a means of low-intensity exercise in healthy females while still providing physiological and metabolic benefits PMID: 29911792 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Identification of Potential Leverage Points for Self-Management Support Intervention in Thais with Type 2 Diabetes.
Conclusion: Personal and neighborhood supports are two potential leverage points for self-management support interventions for Thai patients with type 2 diabetes. Patients with low and high personal supports may need different strategies for neighborhood support. PMID: 29911793 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Impact of Tobacco Control Campaigns on Smoking Behaviors in Thai Medical Schools.
Conclusion: Nationwide tobacco control campaigns in Thai medical schools significantly improved the attitudes toward smoking cessation and cessation training among their students, although overall prevalence of active and passive cigarette smoking was unchanged. PMID: 29911797 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Influence of Rehabilitation Medicine Residency Training in Performing Chemodenervation in Children with Cerebral Palsy in Thailand.
Conclusion: Although only a cross-sectional study, the findings suggest that increasing the number of CD procedures required in rehabilitation residency may increase the use of CD to benefit CP patients in future clinical practice. PMID: 29911799 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Predicting Factors in Identifying Cognitive Decline among Thai Adults.
Conclusion: The incidence of cognitive decline among Thai working aged adult was 8.1%. The clinical factors that significantly associated with cognitive decline were age, alcoholic consumption status, and body mass index greater than 30. PMID: 29911801 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Two-Hour Nasal Responses after a Single Dose of Ephedrine Nasal Spray in Healthy Males.
Conclusion: Ephedrine nasal spray is a fast-onset, short-acting decongestant. The decongestant effect of the drug varied by study tools. The variations appeared on the degree of nasal response and duration of action. The drug was generally safe. PMID: 29911802 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Association Between Intrapartum Cardiotocogram and Early Neonatal Outcomes in a Tertiary Hospital in Thailand.
Conclusion: EFM category II according to NICHD 2008 classification was associated with higher risk of having low Apgar score at 1 minute and neonatal acidosis than EFM category I. PMID: 29911805 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Effect of Supportive Information on Anxiety Levels in Pregnant Women Awaiting Amniocentesis Results: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Conclusion: Supportive information could alleviate the anxiety level of women awaiting amniocentesis results. Providing appropriate supportive information for each psychological stage should be considered for women underwent amniocentesis. PMID: 29911826 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Risk Score for Prediction of Postpartum Hemorrhages in Normal Labor at Chonburi Hospital.
Conclusion: Applying developed PPH risk score is a practical way to identify patients who are at high-risk for developing PPH for an early detection, treatment, and transfer. PMID: 29911829 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

A Clinical Risk Score for Predicting Paraspinal Extramedullary Hematopoiesis in Patients with Thalassemia: The KKU-EMH Score.
Conclusion: Advanced age and thalassemic facie are independent risk factors for paraspinal EMH in patients with thalassemia. The KKU-EMH score is a practical score. It can be used as a screening tool for paraspinal EMH in patients with β-thalassemia. PMID: 29911832 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

A Study of Interleukin-2 Production and Nck Adaptor Molecule Gene Expression in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients.
Conclusion: We found that in SLE patients lymphocyte production of IL-2 did not decrease when compared with that of normal subjects. The Nck1 and Nck2 mRNA expression was not defective in SLE patients. We did not see any altered relation between IL-2 levels and Nck1 and Nck2 gene expression. PMID: 29911835 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Descriptors of Insomnia among Patients with Heart Failure.
Conclusion: Insomnia is a significant problem in heart failures patients. Therefore, healthcare providers need to pay attention to this sensitive outcome. Several factors should be considered for further management. PMID: 29911836 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Effects of Stroke Unit Care in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patient Ineligible for Thrombolytic Treatment.
Conclusion: The stroke unit increases the survival rate among stroke patient compared with the general medical ward and have less complication. PMID: 29911837 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - June 21, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research