M. G. Sathiadas
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View article: The Legacy of War: Improving Lower-Limb Prosthetic Design in Northern Sri Lanka
The Legacy of War: Improving Lower-Limb Prosthetic Design in Northern Sri Lanka Open
The JJCDR provides prosthetics based on ICRC designs, adapted using local materials for better durability in Sri Lanka’s climate. However, since the original designs weren’t tailored to Sri Lankan users, two collaborative studies were cond…
View article: Meningococcaemia in a 9 year and 5-month-old child: A case report
Meningococcaemia in a 9 year and 5-month-old child: A case report Open
Meningococcal disease is undoubtedly a fatal infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis. It can appear as meningitis and meningococcaemia, the latter posing a greater danger. Here we report a case of meningococcaemia with meningitis in a 9…
View article: Quality of Life of Children with Asthma and Their Caregivers: A Study at a Single Tertiary Care Centre in Northern Sri Lanka
Quality of Life of Children with Asthma and Their Caregivers: A Study at a Single Tertiary Care Centre in Northern Sri Lanka Open
Asthma is the most prevalent chronic disease among children, representing a leading cause of paediatric morbidity and healthcare utilisation. It profoundly impacts various aspects of children’s quality of life and the quality of life of th…
View article: Student View on Violent Forms of Discipline in Schools in the Jaffna District of Sri Lanka
Student View on Violent Forms of Discipline in Schools in the Jaffna District of Sri Lanka Open
Violent forms of discipline (VFD) used in homes and schools to correct children’s behaviour have significant long-term consequences, leading to their prohibition in most countries. This study focused on understanding school children’s pers…
View article: An Evaluation of Reconstitution, Measurement and Administration Practices Adopted by Mothers in Administering Paediatric Antibacterial Suspensions
An Evaluation of Reconstitution, Measurement and Administration Practices Adopted by Mothers in Administering Paediatric Antibacterial Suspensions Open
Introduction: Correct reconstitution and administration is mandatory in obtaining the adequate concentration of an antibacterial at the site of infection. Objective: The objective was to evaluate the reconstitution and administration pract…
View article: Food security and its impact on growth among Sri Lankan children under five during the economic crisis in 2022
Food security and its impact on growth among Sri Lankan children under five during the economic crisis in 2022 Open
The recent economic recession has reportedly worsened food insecurity in Sri Lanka. We assessed food insecurity and its impact on the growth of children aged 6-59 months through a community-based, descriptive, cross-sectional study conduct…
View article: Assessment of Knowledge on Probiotics among State Pharmacists in Northern Province, Sri Lanka
Assessment of Knowledge on Probiotics among State Pharmacists in Northern Province, Sri Lanka Open
Introduction: Among nutraceuticals, probiotics, and prebiotics are highly recommended for various diseases. As they are newly introduced into the pharmaceutical world, patients may have difficulties finding reliable information on them. So…
View article: Influence of Seasonality in Pediatric Respiratory Tract Infections: A Hospital-Based Retrospective Study in Jaffna
Influence of Seasonality in Pediatric Respiratory Tract Infections: A Hospital-Based Retrospective Study in Jaffna Open
This study aims to determine the prevalence, age distribution, and seasonal variation of respiratory infection in the Jaffna peninsula. This study was a descriptive retrospective study in which all patients 12 years of age and below who pr…
View article: Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in a Patient with Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever
Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in a Patient with Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever Open
HLH is an uncommon, fatal complication of dengue infection and often leads to multi-system involvement and failure. Early recognition and prompt initiation of appropriate immunosuppressive therapy is crucial in improving the outcome. We re…
View article: Neuro-Developmental Trajectories of Preterm babies: A Cohort Study inJaffna district of Sri Lanka
Neuro-Developmental Trajectories of Preterm babies: A Cohort Study inJaffna district of Sri Lanka Open
Background Preterm babies are more likely to develop cognitive, language, and motor deficits. Aim To analyse the neuro-developmental attainments of the babies followed up to 18 months and to identify selected risk factors contributing to t…
View article: Metabolic derangements and its association with the level of physical activity in obese and overweight children aged 8-14 years at Teaching Hospital, Jaffna
Metabolic derangements and its association with the level of physical activity in obese and overweight children aged 8-14 years at Teaching Hospital, Jaffna Open
Childhood obesity is a rapidly growing nutritional disorder in children. Metabolic derangements are a common problem encountered in these children. Research has shown the relationship between dietary intake and metabolic derangement. We un…
View article: Arecanut aspiration: A mimic of eosinophilic lung disease
Arecanut aspiration: A mimic of eosinophilic lung disease Open
History suggestive of foreign body aspiration should not be disregarded. Similarly a negative history may mislead. We present a case of recurrent chest infection and very high eosinophil count which mislead to an eosinophilic lung disease.…
View article: Disaster management in hospitals
Disaster management in hospitals Open
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View article: Quality of measuring devices enclosed with paediatric oral liquid dosage forms of medicines registered in Sri Lanka
Quality of measuring devices enclosed with paediatric oral liquid dosage forms of medicines registered in Sri Lanka Open
Introduction Oral liquid dosage forms remain popular in several middle income countries. The accuracy of liquid dosage form dosing depends on the accuracy and availability of measuring devices. Lack of quality oral liquid measuring devices…
View article: Demographic, medical, and financial statistics from the Jaffna Jaipur Centre for Disability Rehabilitation (JJCDR) database, 1987-2018: a prosthetics, orthotics, and mobility clinic in northern Sri Lanka
Demographic, medical, and financial statistics from the Jaffna Jaipur Centre for Disability Rehabilitation (JJCDR) database, 1987-2018: a prosthetics, orthotics, and mobility clinic in northern Sri Lanka Open
Background When dealing in global health, it is crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of community demographics and needs. From 1983-2009, a 26-year ethnic civil conflict devastated Sri Lanka, disproportionately affecting people li…
View article: Participation in extracurricular activities and associated factors among Jaffna medical students
Participation in extracurricular activities and associated factors among Jaffna medical students Open
Extracurricular activities (ECA) help to nurture the core competencies of a doctor. This study assessed participation in ECA, barriers and attitudes towards participation, and associated sociodemographic and academic factors among medical …
View article: Intelligent kindness
Intelligent kindness Open
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View article: Characteristics of the initial dengue outbreaks in a region without dengue prior to mid-2009 in a dengue-endemic country
Characteristics of the initial dengue outbreaks in a region without dengue prior to mid-2009 in a dengue-endemic country Open
Introduction: The present study evaluated the characteristics of the initial dengue outbreaks in the Jaffna peninsula, a region without dengue prior to mid-2009 in dengue-endemic Sri Lanka, a tropical island nation. Methodology: This is a …
View article: The Long-Term Consequences of Early Life Exposure to Tsunami and Conflict on Adolescents in Sri Lanka
The Long-Term Consequences of Early Life Exposure to Tsunami and Conflict on Adolescents in Sri Lanka Open
The consequences for adolescent health due to early life exposure to natural disasters combined with war are not known. We collected data from adolescents aged 12-13 years in Sri Lanka whose mothers were pregnant during the Indian Ocean ts…
View article: White scorpion (<em>Hottentotta tamulus</em>) sting induced autonomic hyperactivity and myocardial ischemia in a child
White scorpion (<em>Hottentotta tamulus</em>) sting induced autonomic hyperactivity and myocardial ischemia in a child Open
Scorpion bite is one of the common emerging toxicological problems in Jaffna peninsula of Northern Sri Lanka. Majority of the patients have an uncomplicated course, but some people may have severe systemic envenomation and life-threatening…
View article: Administration of oral dosage forms of medicines to children in a resource limited setting
Administration of oral dosage forms of medicines to children in a resource limited setting Open
Background There are many paediatric specific challenges such as lack of age-appropriate dosage forms, inability of young children to swallow tablets and capsules and poor acceptability, during administration of oral dosage forms of medica…
View article: Health management and patient care
Health management and patient care Open
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View article: Risk factors leading to preterm deliveries among the mothers in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka
Risk factors leading to preterm deliveries among the mothers in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka Open
Health status of pregnant woman is associated with the risk of preterm delivery. An institutional-based descriptive study was conducted among 173 mothers who delivered preterm babies at the Teaching Hospital, Jaffna, Sri Lanka. Median gest…
View article: Child protection in the context of the pandemic
Child protection in the context of the pandemic Open
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View article: Maternal socio-demographic and economic factors of preterm babies born in Teaching Hospital, Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Maternal socio-demographic and economic factors of preterm babies born in Teaching Hospital, Jaffna, Sri Lanka Open
Background: Several maternal, socio-demographic and economic characteristics are associated with preterm birth.Objectives: To assess the influence of maternal socio-demographic and economic factors on preterm deliveries in Jaffna, Sri Lank…
View article: Association of factors on parental knowledge and practice regarding Anthelmintic drugs in a Tertiary Hospital, Sri Lanka
Association of factors on parental knowledge and practice regarding Anthelmintic drugs in a Tertiary Hospital, Sri Lanka Open
Worm infestations are one of the significant health problems affecting children in developing countries. It is highly prevalent among poverty-stricken communities due to poor hygiene. The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge…
View article: Efficient mentorship
Efficient mentorship Open
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View article: Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia presenting as recurrent respiratory tract Infections
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia presenting as recurrent respiratory tract Infections Open
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a defect in the fetal diaphragm, allowing the contents of the abdominal cavity to protrude into the thorax. It is characterized by varying degree of pulmonary hypoplasia associated with decrease in cross …