Accuracy of Post-Void Residual Urine Volume Measurement Using an Ultrasound Bladder Scanner among Postoperative Radical Hysterectomy Patients.
Conclusion: The Bladder Scan provides good correlation together with high rates of specificity and NPV, and it could be an alternative modality to catheterization for the measurement of PVR in postoperative RH patients. PMID: 29952185 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Intrauterine Adhesions: Causes and Treatment Outcomes among Thai Women
Conclusion: Menstrual abnormalities were the most common presentation of intrauterine adhesions. The most common cause of intrauterine adhesions was early pregnancy termination by curettage. However, tuberculosis endometritis caused the most severe case. Hysteroscopic adhesiolysis significantly improves menstrual function and fertility outcomes; mild to moderate cases have a better prognosis. PMID: 29952186 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Posterolateral Lumbar Fusion With and Without Bone Marrow Concentrate Augmentation in Single-Level Lumbar Spondylolisthesis.
Conclusion: Bone marrow concentrate augmentation in this small randomized controlled trial failed to demonstrate positive effects on autologous local bone graft in posterolateral lumbar fusion relative to both quality and quantity. The high percentage of incomplete bridging should also be noted and further investigated. PMID: 29952189 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Clinical Effectiveness and Safety of Microdecompression in Thai Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Patients.
Conclusion: Microdecompression surgery was found to be effective for treating patients with degenerative spinal stenosis. This procedure should be cautiously used in patients with spondylolisthesis, even in the absence of significant back pain. PMID: 29952190 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Combined Ilizarov Fixation and Intramedullary Nailing for Treatment of Congenital Pseudarthrosis of the Tibia.
Conclusion: The results of this study demonstrate that Ilizarov fixation combined with intramedullary nailing is a safe, effective and practical treatment for management of CPT. This combination technique achieves multiple objectives including rigid-stable fixation, management of LLD, correction of residual deformity and prevention of refracture. Moreover, this technique can be used in cases with previous operations that resulted in nonunion. PMID: 29952191 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Efficacy of a Single Intra-Articular Injection of 2% Sodium Hyaluronate Plus 0.5% Mannitol in Patients with Symptomatic Osteoarthritis of the Knee: A Preliminary Report.
Conclusion: Symptomatic OA knee patients who received a single intra-articular injection of 2% sodium hyaluronate plus 0.5% mannitol had better outcomes over the 24-week follow-up period than control group patients who received no injection intervention. PMID: 29952453 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Location of the Neurovascular Bundle of the Knee during Flexed and Extended Position: An MRI Study.
Conclusion: During 90-degree knee flexion, the neurovascular structures move posterolaterally, as compared to fully extended knee position at joint line level and 1 cm above and below joint line level. To prevent neurovascular injury during surgery, surgeons should avoid or be cautious during blind penetration of the midline joint capsule and 90 degree flexed knee position increases the distance of the neurovascular bundle away from the posterior bony aspect. PMID: 29952454 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Plate Fixation Technique for Reducing Osteoarticular Allograft Fracture: A Preliminary Report.
Conclusion: The new method of osteochondral allograft fixation using single plate, fewer screws, and divergent screw fixation yielded a lower fracture rate and a longer median time to fracture than the conventional method; however the differences between groups did not achieve statistical significance. The results of this preliminary study should be confirmed in a larger group of allografts over a longer follow-up period. PMID: 29952455 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Prevalence of Radiographic Osteoarthritis and Structural Abnormalities of the Hip in Patients with Contralateral Hip Fractures.
Conclusion: Prevalence of radiographic OA of the hip in patients with contralateral hip fractures was 9.9%. Coxaprofunda was a common radiographic finding. PMID: 29952457 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

The Comparison between Computer-Assisted Hexapods and Ilizarov Apparatus in Gradual Tibial Deformity Correction: A Preliminary Study.
Conclusion: Computer-assisted Hexapods may reduce the Lengthening Index compared to the conventional Ilizarov method. The hexapods device could be beneficial for faster correction of complex deformity if the patients or family members understand how to manipulate the apparatus. PMID: 29952460 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

The Necessity of Hip Lateral Radiograph for Operative Decision in Two Common Hip Fractures.
Conclusion: Using single both hips AP radiograph for operative decision is adequate and safe for most hip fractures. However, some of intertrochanteric fractures may require lateral radiograph for better operative decision. PMID: 29952463 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

The Results of Lengthening in Congenital Posteromedial Angulation of Tibia.
Conclusion: Ilizarov lengthening for posteromedial angulation shown good result with average residual LLD 0.4 to 1.4 cm which is not clinically significant. PMID: 29952465 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Reference Values of Different Height of Diaphragms in Chest Radiographs of Newborns.
Conclusion: The different diaphragmatic height in newborns is less than 1 intercostal space or 1 thoracic vertebral level. This knowledge is useful for assessment of chest radiographs. PMID: 29952468 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Predictors of the Functional Abilities in Individuals with Stroke after Home Physical Therapy Program.
Conclusion: The ability to perform ADL in stroke patients was greatly explained by the ability to maintain positions at the time of discharging from the rehabilitation program at home. Other outcomes contributed in the different manners compared to the time of starting rehabilitation program. PMID: 29952473 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet)
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research

Rate of Serum Valproate Concentration Monitoring in Patients with Bipolar Disorder Type I at Srinagarind Hospital Outpatient Clinic.
Conclusion: During treatment of BD-I, the rate of serum valproate concentration monitoring was very few. However, when determination was requested, the SVC was within the therapeutic range. In addition, rate of recording of valproate associated adverse effects was very low and the most frequent adverse effect was mild. The reason for monitoring the clinical response was rarely found. Valproate seems to be easily administered. The dosage can be adjusted using only clinical response and adverse effects. Therefore, valproate was effective and safe in treatment of BD-I. PMID: 29952475 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Jou...
Source: Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet - July 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Tags: J Med Assoc Thai Source Type: research