Imaging Features Differentiating Vestibular Ganglion from Intracanalicular Schwannoma on Single-Sequence Non-Contrast Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study.
CONCLUSION: Vestibular ganglia may mimic intracanalicular vestibular schwannomas on a single-sequence T2W MRI. However, a fusiform shape and width <1.3 mm increases confidence in the diagnosis of ganglia. Identifying the vestibular ganglion on single-sequence T2W MRI studies may obviate the need for a contrast-enhanced MRI, reducing the risks of contrast administration, additional scanning time and cost. PMID: 32246707 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - January 31, 2020 Category: General Medicine Authors: Wu YW, Karandikar A, Goh JP, Tan TY Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Perspectives on Palliative Care Among Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Patients and Their Families in Singapore.
CONCLUSION: There is a need to improve awareness and provision of palliative care services for DMD patients in Singapore where discussion of end-of-life care is often considered taboo. Prevention and correction of scoliosis and provision of appropriate ventilatory support may improve quality of life in DMD patients. PMID: 32246708 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - January 31, 2020 Category: General Medicine Authors: Tapawan SJC, Wang FS, Lee MW, Chua AQ, Lin JB, Han V, Lim MT, Ong HT, Tay SK Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Impact of Air Pollution and Trans-Boundary Haze on Nation-Wide Emergency Department Visits and Hospital Admissions in Singapore.
CONCLUSION: Increased PSI was not associated with increase in total ED visits and hospital admissions, but was associated with increased ED visits and hospital admissions for respiratory conditions in Singapore. PMID: 32246709 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - January 31, 2020 Category: General Medicine Authors: Chan SL, Ho AF, Ding H, Liu N, Earnest A, Koh MS, Chuah JS, Lau ZY, Tan KB, Zheng H, Morgan GG, Ong ME Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

The Communicable Disease Centre and Challenges in Infectious Disease Management in Singapore.
PMID: 32246710 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - January 31, 2020 Category: General Medicine Authors: Mohammad Raji KS, Hsu LY, Loh KS Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Results and Long-Term Functional Outcomes of Rib Fracture Fixation: A Case Series in Singapore and a Review of Indications for Surgical Fixation.
PMID: 32246711 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - January 31, 2020 Category: General Medicine Authors: Hwee J, Yeo M, Ho M, Aneez D, Pek CH Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Fatal Cerebral Haemorrhage in a Thrombolysed Patient with Ischaemic Stroke Who Developed Interval Thrombocytopaenia from Acute Dengue Infection.
PMID: 32246712 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - January 31, 2020 Category: General Medicine Authors: Pang YH, Divakar TG, De Silva DA Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Global Leprosy Status in 2020: Still Losing Touch.
PMID: 32200391 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Paredes CF, Montes de Oca Sanchez G, White C Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Elderly Asian Patients Have Lower Revascularisation Rates and Poorer Outcomes for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Compared to Younger Patients.
CONCLUSION: Elderly patients with STEMI have poorer outcomes than MAO and young patients. This is potentially attributable to a myriad of factors including age, higher burden of comorbidities and a lesser likelihood of receiving revascularisation and guideline-recommended medical therapy. PMID: 32200392 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Cai JX, Yap J, Gao F, Koh TH, Tong KL, Ong HY, Kojodjojo P, Tan HC, Ong ME, Foo D, Ee B, Low LP, Chui P, Yeo KK Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Singapore: Prevalence, Comorbidity, Quality of Life and Social Support.
CONCLUSION: OCD prevalence in Singapore is high. Most people with OCD do not seek treatment despite experiencing significant comorbidity and loss of quality of life. PMID: 32200393 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Subramaniam M, Abdin E, Vaingankar J, Shafie S, Chang S, Seow E, Chua BY, Jeyagurunathan A, Heng D, Kwok KW, Chong SA Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Impact of Air Pollution and Seasonal Haze on Neurological Conditions.
CONCLUSION: Air pollution is associated with increased risk of certain common neurological disorders. More specific studies are needed to investigate the impact of seasonal haze on neurological conditions in Southeast Asia. PMID: 32200394 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Rocha II, Narasimhalu K, De Silva DA Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Intractable Restless Legs Syndrome - Look for Other Causes.
PMID: 32200395 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Tan SN, Lim EC Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

A Qualitative Study on Perspectives and Lived Experiences of Caregivers of Individuals With Hoarding Behaviour in an Asian Population.
PMID: 32200396 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Samari E, Chang S, Vaingankar J, Chong SA, Jeyagurunathan A, Siva Kumar FD, Goveas RR, Ng K, Tan WM, Chong R, Ye P, Lim LL, Babjee R, Subramaniam M Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Acquired Antibody-Mediated Pure Red Cell Aplasia Following Treatment With Darbepoetin.
PMID: 32200397 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Sia CS, Jen WY, Poon ML Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

The Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) Epidemic.
PMID: 32200398 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Hsu LY, Chia PY, Lim JF Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research

Mental Health Strategies to Combat the Psychological Impact of COVID-19 Beyond Paranoia and Panic.
PMID: 32200399 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore)
Source: Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore - December 31, 2019 Category: General Medicine Authors: Ho CS, Chee CY, Ho RC Tags: Ann Acad Med Singapore Source Type: research