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Kawasaki Disease: A Condition of Many Guises.
Abstract PMID: 30324967 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - September 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Yeo WS Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Trends in Cataract Surgery Technique and Anaesthesia Preferences in Singapore: A 2016 Survey.
Abstract PMID: 30324968 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - September 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Tam YS, Kumar CM, Au Eong KG, Yip CC, Cheng J Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Diagnosis of Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease Using Transbronchial Cryobiopsy in an Ambulatory Setting.
Abstract PMID: 30324969 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - September 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Lim JJ, Takano A, Anantham D Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Non-Pruritic Acral Rash in a Middle-Aged Male.
Abstract PMID: 30324970 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - September 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Wu Z Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Credat Emptor - The Sacrosanct Doctor-Patient Relationship.
PMID: 30242296 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Rajasoorya C Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Computed Tomography Urography: Comparison of Image Quality and Radiation Dose between Single- and Split-Bolus Techniques.
CONCLUSION: The split-bolus technique gives a reduced radiation dose without compromising image quality. The associated reduction in images is beneficial for data storage and reporting efficiency. As such, our department will adopt the split-bolus technique for young, low-risk patients. PMID: 30242297 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Gifford JN, Chong MC, Chong LR, Yiin SZ, Fong JK, Teoh WC Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Performance of the Paediatric Index of Mortality 3 and Paediatric Logistic Organ Dysfunction 2 Scores in Critically Ill Children.
CONCLUSION: PIM 3 and PELOD 2 scores are robust severity of illness scores that are generalisable to a contemporary cohort of critically ill children in Singapore. PMID: 30242298 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Wong JJ, Hornik CP, Mok YH, Loh TF, Lee JH Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Long-Term Morbidities in Children with Critical Illness: Gaps and Opportunities.
CONCLUSION: Survivors of paediatric critical illness experience differing trajectories of recovery from morbidities. Future research is needed to expand our repertoire on management strategies to improve long-term function in these children. PMID: 30242299 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Senna S, Ong C, Ng ZM, Lee JH Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Health Technology Disinvestment in Singapore.
Abstract Healthcare decision-makers are constantly challenged by growing healthcare needs in tandem with rising healthcare costs. Disinvesting in technologies and practices that are "low in value" is one strategy to re-allocate limited resources to the most effective, safe and cost-effective technologies. We put forward a health technology reassessment framework and examined the opportunities and challenges on technology disinvestment in Singapore and deliberated on possible solutions. We coordinated and supported a disinvestment programme in 2 hospitals, 1 specialist centre and 9 primary care institutions...
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Lim BP, Heng BH, Tai HY, Tham L, Chua HC Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Pancreatic Haemangioma: An Unusual Case of Massive Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding with Clinical and Radiological Correlation of the Literature and Recommendations.
PMID: 30242301 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Koo CH, Koh YX, Hennedige T, Thng CH, Chung AY Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy in Singapore: Not So Rare.
PMID: 30242302 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Saini M, Tan NC, Chai J Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Danger in Shopping Centres - A Study on Escalator-Related Injuries in Children in Singapore.
PMID: 30242303 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - August 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Goh SS, Chong SL, Tyebally A Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

The Threat of Multiresistant Nosocomial Fungi.
PMID: 30135964 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Chai LY, Tambyah PA Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Quality of Life across Mental Disorders in Psychiatric Outpatients.
CONCLUSION: Findings offer insight in terms of the burden associated with the various disorders. PMID: 30120432 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Sagayadevan V, Lee SP, Ong C, Abdin E, Chong SA, Subramaniam M Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

The Prevalence and Severity of Myopia among Suburban Schoolchildren in Taiwan.
CONCLUSION: This study concluded that the onset of myopia started earlier and progressively worsened with years of investigation among the suburban schoolchildren. Myopia had significant associations with BCVA and age levels. To effectively reduce the prevalence and severity of myopia, it is time to take actions on eye care education for suburban schoolchildren. PMID: 30120433 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Authors: Huang YP, Singh A, Lai LJ Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research