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View article: Epidemiology and clinical profile of diarrhea associated with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli and Vibrio cholerae in Bangladesh: Findings from a hospital-based surveillance system, 2008–2023
Epidemiology and clinical profile of diarrhea associated with enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli and Vibrio cholerae in Bangladesh: Findings from a hospital-based surveillance system, 2008–2023 Open
Background Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) and Vibrio cholerae are notable enteric bacterial pathogens that cause diarrheal illnesses in resource-limited settings (e.g., Bangladesh). We aimed to explore the epidemiology and the cli…
View article: Qualitative approach to assess maternal knowledge, attitude and practice regarding oral rehydration solution preparation and administration among under-5 children suffering from diarrhoea in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Qualitative approach to assess maternal knowledge, attitude and practice regarding oral rehydration solution preparation and administration among under-5 children suffering from diarrhoea in Dhaka, Bangladesh Open
Background Oral rehydration salt (ORS) solution has been instrumental in substantially reducing diarrhoea-related mortality, particularly in resource-constrained settings such as Bangladesh. However, the full effectiveness of ORS is often …
View article: Minimum acceptable diet and undernutrition in Bangladesh: evidence from Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey 2019
Minimum acceptable diet and undernutrition in Bangladesh: evidence from Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey 2019 Open
View article: Cost of diarrhoea: a household perspective from seven countries in the Global Enteric Multicentre Study (GEMS)
Cost of diarrhoea: a household perspective from seven countries in the Global Enteric Multicentre Study (GEMS) Open
Background The burden of diarrhoeal diseases is considerable in South Asia, as well as in sub-Saharan Africa. Its economic impact is more profound in resource-limited settings like low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). In this st…
View article: Determinants of post-discharge stunting among diarrhoeal children aged 2–23 months in Bangladesh: findings from Antibiotics for Children with Severe Diarrhea (ABCD) trial
Determinants of post-discharge stunting among diarrhoeal children aged 2–23 months in Bangladesh: findings from Antibiotics for Children with Severe Diarrhea (ABCD) trial Open
Our study highlights the need for targeted interventions to mitigate persistent stunting in this vulnerable group recovering from diarrhoea.
View article: Maternal perception, barriers, and facilitators regarding oral rehydration salt solution in diarrhoeal disease: A qualitative study in Bangladesh
Maternal perception, barriers, and facilitators regarding oral rehydration salt solution in diarrhoeal disease: A qualitative study in Bangladesh Open
Background Although oral rehydration salt (ORS) solution is a lifesaving management for diarrhoea, its exertion is still surprisingly low among caregivers. As mothers are considered to be the primary caregivers, they bear the responsibilit…
View article: Clinico-Epidemiological Characteristics of Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Enterotoxigenic and Enteropathogenic Escherichia Coli Diarrhea and Impact on Child Growth
Clinico-Epidemiological Characteristics of Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Enterotoxigenic and Enteropathogenic Escherichia Coli Diarrhea and Impact on Child Growth Open
Enterotoxigenic Escherichia ( E. ) coli (ETEC) and enteropathogenic E. coli (EPEC) are major bacterial causes of childhood diarrhea. We explored the clinico-epidemiological characteristics of children aged <5 years associated with moderate…
View article: Trends in preventive practices against diarrhoeal disease among under-five children: experience from the largest diarrhoeal disease hospital in Bangladesh
Trends in preventive practices against diarrhoeal disease among under-five children: experience from the largest diarrhoeal disease hospital in Bangladesh Open
Background The burden of childhood diarrhoea remains one of the most important public health problems in countries like Bangladesh, which can be reduced by effective preventive measures. We aimed to investigate the trends in preventive mea…
View article: Consequences of post-discharge hospitalisation on the growth of young Bangladeshi children hospitalised with diarrhoea: a secondary case-control analysis of Antibiotics for Children with Diarrhea (ABCD) trial
Consequences of post-discharge hospitalisation on the growth of young Bangladeshi children hospitalised with diarrhoea: a secondary case-control analysis of Antibiotics for Children with Diarrhea (ABCD) trial Open
Diarrhoeal children aged 2-23 months requiring readmission during the 90-day post-discharge follow-up period had a significant deterioration of ponderal and linear growth, compared with those who did not require readmission. This finding u…
View article: Tebipenem pivoxil as an alternative to ceftriaxone for clinically non-responding children with shigellosis: a randomised non-inferiority trial protocol
Tebipenem pivoxil as an alternative to ceftriaxone for clinically non-responding children with shigellosis: a randomised non-inferiority trial protocol Open
Introduction Shigellosis is the second leading cause of diarrhoeal deaths among children worldwide. Oral azithromycin and intravenous ceftriaxone are the recommended first-line and second-line therapies for shigellosis in Bangladesh, respe…
View article: Maternal knowledge, attitude and practice regarding commercial oral rehydration salt solution: experience from a diarrhoeal disease hospital in Bangladesh
Maternal knowledge, attitude and practice regarding commercial oral rehydration salt solution: experience from a diarrhoeal disease hospital in Bangladesh Open
Background Despite oral rehydration salt (ORS) solution being a life-saving medication, mothers of affected children often lack proper knowledge and exhibit improper practice of using ORS in sachets. We aimed to assess maternal knowledge, …
View article: The cost of diarrhoea: a household perspective from seven countries in the Global Enteric Multicenter Study (GEMS)
The cost of diarrhoea: a household perspective from seven countries in the Global Enteric Multicenter Study (GEMS) Open
Background The burden of diarrhoeal diseases is considerable in South Asia, as well as in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Its economic impact is more profound in resource-limited settings like low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In this st…
View article: Epidemiology and Clinical Profile of Diarrhea Associated with Enterotoxigenic Escherichia Coli and Vibrio Cholerae in Bangladesh: Findings from Hospital-Based Surveillance, 2008-2023
Epidemiology and Clinical Profile of Diarrhea Associated with Enterotoxigenic Escherichia Coli and Vibrio Cholerae in Bangladesh: Findings from Hospital-Based Surveillance, 2008-2023 Open
View article: Coexisting forms of malnutrition among under-5 children in Bangladesh: results from 2012 to 13 and 2019 Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys
Coexisting forms of malnutrition among under-5 children in Bangladesh: results from 2012 to 13 and 2019 Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys Open
Objective: Underweight, wasting and stunting are crucial malnutrition indicators responsible for morbidities among children. Data regarding coexisting forms of malnutrition (CFM) are scarce. We aimed to investigate the prevalence and assoc…
View article: Pharmacokinetics of tebipenem pivoxil used in children suffering from shigellosis: a pilot study in Bangladesh
Pharmacokinetics of tebipenem pivoxil used in children suffering from shigellosis: a pilot study in Bangladesh Open
With increasing antibiotic resistance in gram-negative bacteria, including those causing Shigellosis, evidence of safety and pharmacokinetics data on new oral antibiotics is crucial. We aimed to investigate the safety and pharmacokinetic p…
View article: Community-level expenses for under-5 diarrheal cases prior to reporting at Dhaka hospital: a cross-sectional analysis in Bangladesh
Community-level expenses for under-5 diarrheal cases prior to reporting at Dhaka hospital: a cross-sectional analysis in Bangladesh Open
View article: Antibiotic use prior to attending a large diarrheal disease hospital among preschool children suffering from bloody or non-bloody diarrhea: A cross-sectional study conducted in Bangladesh
Antibiotic use prior to attending a large diarrheal disease hospital among preschool children suffering from bloody or non-bloody diarrhea: A cross-sectional study conducted in Bangladesh Open
Background Among diarrheal children, injudicious use of antibiotics is a major public health concern particularly in low- and middle-income countries. There are evidence-based guidelines by the World Health Organization (WHO) to prescribe …
View article: Community-level expenses for under-5 diarrhoeal cases prior to reporting at Dhaka Hospital: A cross-sectional analysis in Bangladesh
Community-level expenses for under-5 diarrhoeal cases prior to reporting at Dhaka Hospital: A cross-sectional analysis in Bangladesh Open
Background: Diarrhoeal diseases are a major public health challenge, placing immense economic burden on households. We aimed to examine the trends in direct medical costs (DMC), direct non-medical costs (DNMC), and family economic burden (…
View article: Characteristics and outcomes of children 2–23 months of age with prolonged diarrhoea: A secondary analysis of data from the ‘Antibiotics for Children with Diarrhea’ trial
Characteristics and outcomes of children 2–23 months of age with prolonged diarrhoea: A secondary analysis of data from the ‘Antibiotics for Children with Diarrhea’ trial Open
Prolonged diarrhoea was more common in children of younger age, those who were moderately underweight, those with Campylobacter in stool, those with three or more under-five children in a family, and those with illiterate mothers compared …
View article: Meteorological gaps in audits of pedestrian environments: a scoping review
Meteorological gaps in audits of pedestrian environments: a scoping review Open
View article: Are young and older children with diarrhea presenting in the same way?
Are young and older children with diarrhea presenting in the same way? Open
Background Diarrhoea is a global health problem. More than a quarter of diarrhoeal deaths occur among children less than five years. Different literatures analyzed presentation and outcomes of less than five diarrhoeal children. The world …
View article: Impact of Rotaviral Diarrhea on Child Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia in the Global Enteric Multicenter Study
Impact of Rotaviral Diarrhea on Child Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia in the Global Enteric Multicenter Study Open
Rotavirus is the leading cause of dehydrating diarrhea among children in developing countries. The impact of rotaviral diarrhea on nutritional status is not well understood. We aimed to determine the association between rotavirus-positive …
View article: Performance of chest X-ray scoring in predicting disease severity and outcomes of patients hospitalised with COVID-19 in Bangladesh
Performance of chest X-ray scoring in predicting disease severity and outcomes of patients hospitalised with COVID-19 in Bangladesh Open
Introduction: Evaluation of potential outcomes of COVID-19-affected pneumonia patients using computed tomography scans may not be conceivable in low-resource settings. Thus, we aimed to evaluate the performance of chest X-ray scoring in pr…
View article: Protection of staff and families during COVID-19 pandemic: experience from a research institute in Bangladesh
Protection of staff and families during COVID-19 pandemic: experience from a research institute in Bangladesh Open
View article: Comparison of Characteristics of Children with Severe Acute and Chronic Malnutrition Hospitalized with Diarrhea
Comparison of Characteristics of Children with Severe Acute and Chronic Malnutrition Hospitalized with Diarrhea Open
Children with malnutrition present with aberrant laboratory parameters. This study aimed to identify high-risk diarrheal children with varied nutritional status. The data were obtained from the electronic database of Dhaka Hospital, Intern…
View article: Evaluation of feasibility phase of adaptive version of locally made bubble continuous positive airway pressure oxygen therapy for the treatment of COVID-19 positive and negative adults with severe pneumonia and hypoxaemia
Evaluation of feasibility phase of adaptive version of locally made bubble continuous positive airway pressure oxygen therapy for the treatment of COVID-19 positive and negative adults with severe pneumonia and hypoxaemia Open
s Although bCPAP oxygen therapy was found to be safe and feasible in this pilot study, several challenges were identified that need to be taken into account when planning a definitive clinical trial.
View article: Inpatient Morbidity and Mortality of Severely Underweight Children Was Comparable to That of Severely Wasted Children in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Inpatient Morbidity and Mortality of Severely Underweight Children Was Comparable to That of Severely Wasted Children in Dhaka, Bangladesh Open
Both wasting and undernutrition are responsible for multiple morbidities and increased mortality in younger children hospitalized for acute illnesses. The question of whether children who are suffering from severe underweight are as vulner…
View article: Burden, predictors, and outcome of unconsciousness among under-five children hospitalized for community-acquired pneumonia: A retrospective study from a developing country
Burden, predictors, and outcome of unconsciousness among under-five children hospitalized for community-acquired pneumonia: A retrospective study from a developing country Open
Despite the reduction of death from pneumonia over recent years, pneumonia has still been the leading infectious cause of death in under-five children for the last several decades. Unconsciousness is a critical condition in any child resul…
View article: Vibrio cholerae in rural and urban Bangladesh, findings from hospital-based surveillance, 2000–2021
Vibrio cholerae in rural and urban Bangladesh, findings from hospital-based surveillance, 2000–2021 Open
View article: Vaccination following the expanded programme on immunization schedule could help to reduce deaths in children under five hospitalized for pneumonia and severe pneumonia in a developing country
Vaccination following the expanded programme on immunization schedule could help to reduce deaths in children under five hospitalized for pneumonia and severe pneumonia in a developing country Open
Background Worldwide, pneumonia is the leading cause of mortality in children under the age of five. An expanded program on immunization (EPI) is one kind of evidence-based tool for controlling and even eradicating infectious diseases. Obj…