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View article: Challenges, knowledge, and skills required for family caregivers of older adults with dementia: a qualitative study in Vietnam.
Challenges, knowledge, and skills required for family caregivers of older adults with dementia: a qualitative study in Vietnam. Open
The study highlights the need for targeted interventions in dementia care and underscores the necessity of providing educational and support programs for family carers of people with dementia in Vietnam and other low- and middle-income cou…
View article: Expression of CD73 and VEGF in salivary gland carcinomas: associations with clinicopathological characteristics in Vietnamese population
Expression of CD73 and VEGF in salivary gland carcinomas: associations with clinicopathological characteristics in Vietnamese population Open
View article: Preferences for cesarean section among pregnant women at a tertiary hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: Influencing factors and implications for prenatal care
Preferences for cesarean section among pregnant women at a tertiary hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: Influencing factors and implications for prenatal care Open
The World Health Organization recommends a cesarean section (CS) rate of 10–15%. However, global rates may increase to 29% by 2030, raising concerns about the potential overuse of CS without medical indications and its consequences, and in…
View article: Lessons learned from Vietnam's first COVID-19 vaccine rollout: tackling vaccine hesitancy and misinformation for future pandemic responses
Lessons learned from Vietnam's first COVID-19 vaccine rollout: tackling vaccine hesitancy and misinformation for future pandemic responses Open
Background Vaccine hesitancy and misinformation significantly undermine pandemic preparedness. Insights from the COVID-19 vaccine rollout can inform and enhance future pandemic responses. During Vietnam's Delta outbreak in 2021, the vaccin…
View article: Development and validation of artificial intelligence models for automated periodontitis staging and grading using panoramic radiographs
Development and validation of artificial intelligence models for automated periodontitis staging and grading using panoramic radiographs Open
Background Periodontal diseases are common chronic conditions that can lead to tooth loss and systemic complications if not diagnosed and treated promptly. The 2017 classification by the American Academy of Periodontology highlights the ne…
View article: The association between <i>ADIPOQ</i> gene variants (rs266729, rs2241766, rs1501299) and acute myocardial infarction in Vietnamese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
The association between <i>ADIPOQ</i> gene variants (rs266729, rs2241766, rs1501299) and acute myocardial infarction in Vietnamese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus Open
Background Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) significantly increases the risk of acute myocardial infarction (AMI). Polymorphisms in the ADIPOQ gene, which encodes the adiponectin hormone, are believed to influence cardiovascular disease ris…
View article: Mobile App Psychoeducation for Dementia Caregivers In Vietnam: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Mobile App Psychoeducation for Dementia Caregivers In Vietnam: A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06700551.
View article: Smartphone App-Based Psychoeducation for Caregivers of People with Dementia in Vietnam: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Smartphone App-Based Psychoeducation for Caregivers of People with Dementia in Vietnam: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Open
This is the first study in Vietnam to evaluate a smartphone-based psychoeducational intervention for caregivers of PwD. The program was feasible, well-accepted, and showed potential benefits. It offers a promising, scalable support model f…
View article: Effectiveness and Safety of Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation Using Three-Dimensional Electroanatomic Mapping Systems in Treating Ventricular Arrhythmias: A Single-Center Prospective Cohort Study in Vietnam
Effectiveness and Safety of Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation Using Three-Dimensional Electroanatomic Mapping Systems in Treating Ventricular Arrhythmias: A Single-Center Prospective Cohort Study in Vietnam Open
Catheter ablation is highly effective and safe in treating ventricular arrhythmias across different LVEF, especially in ventricular arrhythmia-induced cardiomyopathy group, leading to rapid recovery of left ventricular function and reducti…
View article: Prognostic value of carbohydrate antigen 125 combined with N-terminal pro B-type natriuretic peptide in patients with acute heart failure: a prospective cohort study in Vietnam
Prognostic value of carbohydrate antigen 125 combined with N-terminal pro B-type natriuretic peptide in patients with acute heart failure: a prospective cohort study in Vietnam Open
View article: The self-efficacy in clinical practice among nursing students in Ho Chi Minh City: a cross-sectional study
The self-efficacy in clinical practice among nursing students in Ho Chi Minh City: a cross-sectional study Open
Introduction: Self-efficacy plays a crucial role in the academic success and skill development of nursing students. Assessing self-efficacy in clinical practice is essential for implementing early interventions at nursing universities. Thi…
View article: Early Recurrence of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Patients without Microscopic Vascular Invasion: Clinicopathological Characteristics and Risk Factors
Early Recurrence of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Patients without Microscopic Vascular Invasion: Clinicopathological Characteristics and Risk Factors Open
The pathogenesis and pattern of early tumor recurrence in MVI-negative HCC differ from that in MVI-positive cases. Identifying risk factors, such as HCV infection, tumor size, and preoperative locoregional therapy, may aid in optimizing tr…
View article: Lung ultrasound for the diagnosis and monitoring of pneumonia in a tuberculosis-endemic setting: a prospective study
Lung ultrasound for the diagnosis and monitoring of pneumonia in a tuberculosis-endemic setting: a prospective study Open
Lung ultrasound (LUS) has proven high diagnostic accuracy for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in developed countries. However, its diagnostic performance in resource-limited settings with high pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) incidence is le…
View article: The correlation of social support and family support with HIV-related stigma and depression in people living with HIV in Vietnam
The correlation of social support and family support with HIV-related stigma and depression in people living with HIV in Vietnam Open
View article: Risk Factors and Profiles of Falls Among Inpatients in Vietnam: A Multicenter Nested Case–Control Study
Risk Factors and Profiles of Falls Among Inpatients in Vietnam: A Multicenter Nested Case–Control Study Open
Although intervention programs can use these risk factors to target those who have a high risk of falling, to optimize resources, such programs should consider the fall patterns found in our study.
View article: Small-Cell Neuroendocrine Cervical Carcinoma Mimicking a Polyp in a 20-Year-Old Patient With a Five-Year Follow-Up: A Case Report
Small-Cell Neuroendocrine Cervical Carcinoma Mimicking a Polyp in a 20-Year-Old Patient With a Five-Year Follow-Up: A Case Report Open
Small-cell neuroendocrine cervical carcinoma (NECC) is a rare histology, and diagnosis and treatment of this condition are challenging because of its rarity, non-specific abdominopelvic symptoms, and less favorable prognosis compared to ot…
View article: Manifestation and associated factors of systemic and local allergy among patients with allergic fungal rhinosinusitis: An observational study
Manifestation and associated factors of systemic and local allergy among patients with allergic fungal rhinosinusitis: An observational study Open
Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a subtype of chronic rhinosinusitis, characterized by excessive immune responses to environmental molds or fungi. The diagnosis and classification of AFRS into systemic and local types remain clinic…
View article: Effect of AGTR1 A1166C genetic polymorphism on coronary artery lesions and mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction
Effect of AGTR1 A1166C genetic polymorphism on coronary artery lesions and mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction Open
The pathogenesis and prognosis of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) may be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Findings on the relationship of polymorphisms in various genes encoding the renin-angiotensin-al…
View article: Gender and age differences in KDIGO treatment targets among people on maintenance hemodialysis: Findings from a tertiary hospital in Vietnam
Gender and age differences in KDIGO treatment targets among people on maintenance hemodialysis: Findings from a tertiary hospital in Vietnam Open
Age and gender are 2 important factors in the treatment of end-stage chronic kidney disease with hemodialysis. Understanding the influence of these 2 factors can help optimize treatment for this population. This study evaluated gender and …
View article: Community-based prevalence and associated factors of sarcopenia in the Vietnamese elderly
Community-based prevalence and associated factors of sarcopenia in the Vietnamese elderly Open
View article: Predictive value of ACE I/D genetic polymorphism for 12-month all-cause mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction
Predictive value of ACE I/D genetic polymorphism for 12-month all-cause mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction Open
The prognostic role of the angiotensin-converting enzyme ( ACE ) insertion/deletion (I/D) genetic polymorphism in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is controversial and inconsistent across various study populations. This stud…
View article: Using <scp>ADAPT‐ITT</scp> framework to tailor evidence‐based interventions for addressing methamphetamine use among methadone patients in Vietnam
Using <span>ADAPT‐ITT</span> framework to tailor evidence‐based interventions for addressing methamphetamine use among methadone patients in Vietnam Open
Introduction Methamphetamine use threatens positive treatment outcomes in substance use and HIV, for people with opioid use disorders (POUD) in many countries. This paper describes the adaptation of four evidence‐based interventions (EBI) …
View article: A comparison of effectiveness between Posisep and Merocel nasal packing after endoscopic sinus surgery: Findings from a randomized, double-blinded, controlled trial
A comparison of effectiveness between Posisep and Merocel nasal packing after endoscopic sinus surgery: Findings from a randomized, double-blinded, controlled trial Open
Background: The effectiveness of nonabsorbable and biodegradable nasal packing is still controversial, and the choice of nasal packing type can alter the outcome of endoscopic sinus surgery. This study compared the effectiveness of Posisep…
View article: Clinicopathological Risk Factors of Unfavorable Outcomes in Vietnamese Women with Primary Invasive Breast Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Clinicopathological Risk Factors of Unfavorable Outcomes in Vietnamese Women with Primary Invasive Breast Cancer: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Although Vietnamese women with breast cancer have a relatively low rate of unfavorable outcomes compared to other countries, findings from this study emphasize the importance of early detection and underscore the need for targeted interven…
View article: Development and validation of the Vietnamese smell identification test
Development and validation of the Vietnamese smell identification test Open
The Vietnamese Smell Identification Test (VSIT) demonstrated favorable validity and reliability and will allow for assessment of olfactory function in Vietnamese patients.
View article: PD-L1 and TILs expression and their association with clinicopathological characteristics in Vietnamese women with primary invasive breast cancer
PD-L1 and TILs expression and their association with clinicopathological characteristics in Vietnamese women with primary invasive breast cancer Open
Tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) and programmed death ligand 1 (PD-L1) are promising new factors in the prognosis and prediction of breast cancer patients. Our study evaluated the prevalence of expression of TILs on hematoxylin and eo…
View article: Magnitude and patterns of severe Plasmodium vivax monoinfection in Vietnam: a 4-year single-center retrospective study
Magnitude and patterns of severe Plasmodium vivax monoinfection in Vietnam: a 4-year single-center retrospective study Open
Introduction Infection with Plasmodium vivax is a recognized cause of severe malaria including deaths. The exact burden and patterns of severe P. vivax monoinfections is however still not well quantified, especially in P. vivax endemic reg…
View article: Association between ACE I/D genetic polymorphism and the severity of coronary artery disease in Vietnamese patients with acute myocardial infarction
Association between ACE I/D genetic polymorphism and the severity of coronary artery disease in Vietnamese patients with acute myocardial infarction Open
Background The severity of coronary artery disease is a prognostic factor for major adverse cardiovascular events in patients diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction. ACE I/D polymorphism is one of the genetic factors that may affect th…
View article: Levels and Associated Factors of Clients’ Satisfaction Toward Child Immunization at Grassroot Health Care Centers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Levels and Associated Factors of Clients’ Satisfaction Toward Child Immunization at Grassroot Health Care Centers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Open
The level of clients' satisfaction toward child immunization at grassroot healthcare centers in Ho Chi Minh City is relatively low, with 40.2% having moderate satisfaction and 17.1% having high satisfaction. Strategies to improve vaccinati…
View article: Prevalence of Thyroid Nodules and Associated Clinical Characteristics: Findings from a Large Sample of People Undergoing Health Checkups at a University Hospital in Vietnam
Prevalence of Thyroid Nodules and Associated Clinical Characteristics: Findings from a Large Sample of People Undergoing Health Checkups at a University Hospital in Vietnam Open
This study showed a high prevalence of TNs in Vietnamese people undergoing general health checkups. Importantly, the proportion of TNs with malignant risk was quite high. Therefore, screening for TNs should be added to annual health checku…