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Journal of The Medical Association of Thailand
Volume 88 No. 11   November - November   2005

Editorial Note

Original Articles

Weekly versus Three-Weekly Cisplatin as an Adjunct to Radiation Therapy in High-Risk Stage I-IIA Cervical Cancer after Surgery: A Randomized Comparison of Treatment Compliance 1483

  Bandit Chumworathayi MD*, Prapaporn Suprasert MD**,
Kittipat Charoenkwan MD**, Jatupol Srisomboon MD**,
Chailert Phongnarisorn MD**, Sitticha Siriaree MD**,
Chalong Cheewakriangkrai MD**, Jaruwan Tantipalakorn MD**,
Chamnan Kiatpeerakul MD**, Aree Pantusart BSc (Nursing)**

* Division of Gynecologic Oncology , Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen
** Division of Gynecologic Oncology , Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Can Pre-Operative Urodynamic Study Predict the Successful Outcome of Tension Free Vaginal Tape (TVT) Operation in Thai Women with Stress Urinary Incontinence? 1493

  Suvit Bunyavejchevin MD, MHS*

* Urogynecology Unit, Department of Obstetric and Gynecology,
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Urinary Symptoms and Quality of Life Changes in Thai Women with Overactive Bladder after Tolterodine Treatment 1497

  Suvit Bunyavejchevin MD, MHS*

* Urogynecology Unit, Department of Obstetric and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine,
Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Risk Factors of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in Thai Reproductive Aged Female: King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital Experience 1502

  Chatchadaporn Worralurt MD*,
Surasak Taneepanichskul MD*

* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Perinatal Effects of Amphetamine and Heroin Use during Pregnancy on the Mother and Infant 1506

  Pimolrat Thaithumyanon MD*, Sompop Limpongsanurak MD**,
Pramote Praisuwanna MD*, Santi Punnahitanon MD*

* Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Risk Factor of Birth Weight below 2,500 Grams and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Thai Children† 1514

  Chadapim Sasaluxnanon MD*,
Titawee Kaewpornsawan MD*

† Siriraj Grant for Research Development and Medical Education
* Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Outcome of Maternal Syphilis at Rajavithi Hospital on Offsprings 1519

  Varaporn Sangtawesin MD*,
Watcharee Lertsutthiwong MD*, Wiboon Kanjanapattanakul MD*,
Meera Khorana MD*, Sunthorn Horpaopan MD*

* Neonatal Unit, Department of Pediatrics, Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health   [ PDF ]

Reliability of a Thai Version of King’s Health Questionnaire in Thai Females with Overactive Bladder Symptoms 1526

  Wachira Kochakarn MD*, Nithi Pummangura MD**,
Kittinut Kijvikai MD*, Wit Viseshsindh MD*,
Chakrit Sukying MD***, Panuwat Lertsithichai MD, MSc****

* Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital and Medical School, Mahidol University
** Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Central Hospital
*** Department of Psychiatry, Ramathibodi Hospital and Medical School, Mahidol University
**** Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital and Medical School, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Comparative Study between Preoperative and Postoperative Histologic Grading in Adenocarcinoma of the Colon and Rectum 1535

  Bunlue Chaleoykitti MD*

* Division of Colorectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Phramongkutklao Hospital   [ PDF ]

Outcome of In-Patient Trauma Cases: Accident and Emergency Unit, Khon Kaen University 1540

  Chaiyut Thanapaisal MD*,
Narongchai Wongkonkitsin MD*, O-Tur Sae Seow MD*,
Dhanes Rangsrikajee MD*, Kriangsak Jenwitheesuk MD*,
Ake Phugkhem MD*, Vajarabhongsa Bhudisawadi MD*

* Accident and Emergency Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine,
Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Positioning of Femoral Tunnel in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Femoral Aimer Guide 1545

  Nuttawut Wiwattanawarang MD*,
Vajara Rujiwetpongstorn MD*

* Department of Orthopedics, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Anatomic Safe Zone of Pin Insertion Point for Distal Clavicle Fixation 1551

  Ekamol Thumroj MD*,
Weerachai Kosuwon MD*, Kimaporn Kamanarong MD**

* Departments of Orthopedic Surgery, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen
** Departments of Anatomy, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Parecoxib versus Tramadol for Post-Appendectomy Pain 1557

  Wacharin Sindhvananda MD, MPH*, Pakorn Urusopone MD*,
Pin Sriprajittichai MD*, Toonchai Indrambarya MD*

* Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Levobupivacaine versus Racemic Bupivacaine for Extradural Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery 1563

  Pornswan Ngamprasertwong MD, FRCAT*, Danai Udomtecha MD, FRCAT*,
Somrat Charuluxananan MD, MSc, FRCAT**, Oraluxana Rodanant MD*,
Chaiwat Srihatajati MD*, Sintichai Baogham MD*

* Department of Anesthesiology and Clinical Epidemiology Unit,
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Comparison of 25 and 27 Gauge Needle in Spinal Anesthesia Learning Curve for Anesthesia Residency Training 1569

  Somrat Charuluxananan MD, MSc, FRCAT*,
Oranuch Kyokong MD, MSc, FRCAT*,
Pornthep Premsamran MD, FRCAT**

* Department of Anesthesiology and Clinical Epidemiological Unit,
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Cerebral Electricalactivity as a Tool in Evaluating Anesthetic Effect during Balanced Anesthesia with Sevoflurane 1574

  Suraphong Lorsomradee MD, FRCAT*,
Yodying Punjasawadwong MD, FRCAT*

* Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Long-Term Results of Early Trabeculectomy with Mitomycin-C and Subsequent Posterior Segment Intervention in the Treatment of Neovascular Glaucoma with Hazy Ocular Media 1582

  Ataya Euswas MD*,
Sukhuma Warrasak MD**

* Glaucoma Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty, Mahidol University
** Retina Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Ramathibodi Hospital Faculty, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

A Comparison between Endoscopically Middle Meatal Aspiration Culture Using Modified Aspiration Instrument and Direct Maxillary Antral Tap Culture in Chronic Rhinosinusitis 1591

  Virat Kirtsreesakul MD*,
Yanin Chatwiwat MD*, Varaporn Laohaprertthisan BSc**

* Division of Allergy and Rhinology, Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine,
Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla
** Division of Microbiology, Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine,
Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

Validity and Reliability of the Young Mania Rating Scale: Thai version 1598

  Ronnachai Kongsakon MD, LLB, MSc*,
Daochompu Bhatanaprabhabhan MD*

* Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

The Development of the Pictorial Thai Quality of Life† 1605

  Sucheera Phattharayuttawat PhD*,
Thienchai Ngamthipwatthana MD*, Buncha Pitiyawaranun MEd**

† This research was supported by a grant from the Faculty of Medicine 2004,
Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
* Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
** Medical Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Health Status of Health Care Workers at Srinagarind Hospital: Experience from the Annual Health Check-up Program 1619

  Napaporn Krusun BSc*,
Kittisak Sawanyawisuth MD**, Naesinee Chaiear MD, PhD*

* Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen
** Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Microalbuminuria Prevalence Study (MAPS) in hypertensive Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in Thailand 1624

  Peera Buranakitjaroen MD, DPhil*,
Chaicharn Deerochanawong MD**, Pongamorn Bunnag MD***

* Division of Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
** Endocrinology Unit, Department of Medicine, Rajavithi Hospital
*** Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Usage of and Cost of Complementary/Alternative Medicine in Diabetic Patients 1630

  Summana Moolasarn PhD*, Saksit Sripa MS*,
Vichittra Kuessirikiet BSc**, K Sutawee BSc**,
Jeerasak Huasary BSc**, Charuntorn Chaisila BSc**,
Nampueng Chechom BSc**, Saowanee Sankan BSc**

* Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ubon Ratchathani University, Ubon Ratchathani
** Students of Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ubon Ratchathani University, Ubon Ratchathani   [ PDF ]

Appropriateness of Intravenous Loading Dose of Phenytoin Treatment in Srinagarind Hospital 1638

  Somsak Tiamkao MD*, Numthip Chitravas MD*,
Suthipun Jitpimolmard MD*, Kittisak Sawanyawisuth MD*

* Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Drug Eruptions at Five Institutes in Bangkok 1642

  Siripen Puavilai MD*, Nopadon Noppakun MD**,
Chasuree Sitakalin MD***, Vichit Leenutaphong MD****,
Penpun Wattanakrai MD*, Artit Nakakes MD***,
Kanokvalai Kulthanan MD****, Pravit Asawanonda MD**,
Ratsanee Akaraphan MD*****, Poohglin Tresukosol MD*****,
Puan Suthipinittharm MD****, Pitchaya Somburanasin MD*,
Somyos Charuwichitratana MD*, Natta Rajatanavin MD*

* Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital Medical School, Mahidol University
** Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
*** Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Phramongkutklao Hospital and Medical College
**** Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
***** Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health   [ PDF ]

Chrono Impact versus Enteric Coated Valproate in Thai Epileptic Patients 1651

  Somchai Towanabut MD*,
Somsak Tiemkao MD**, Suwanna Thammasupapong MD***,
Ram Kijjarak MD***, Arkhom Arayawichanon MD****,
Niphon Poungvarin MD*****, Sasithron Sirimaharaj MD******,
Rungsan Chaisewikul MD*****, Thanin Asawavichenjinda MD*******,
Sakarin Maneesuk MD********, Orawan Silpakit MD*********

* Department of Neurology, Prasat Neurological Institute
** Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Srinagarin Hospital, Khon Kaen
*** Department of Medicine, Prapokklao Hospital, Chantaburi
**** Department of Medicine, Sapprasittiprasong Hospital, Ubolrachatanee
***** Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital
****** Department of Medicine, Prasatchiangmai Hospital, Chiangmai
******* Department of Medicine, Nakornrajchasrima Hospital, Nakornrajchasrima
******** Department of Surgery, Trang Hospital, Trang
********* Department of Medicine, Sritanya Hospital   [ PDF ]

The Possible Diagnostic Role of Endoscopic Ultrasound in Patients with Dyspepsia 1660

  Siriboon Attasaranya MD*,
Bancha Ovartlarnporn MD*

* Division of Gastroenterology/Hepatology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat-Yai, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

Spinal Bone Mineral Density by Quantitative Computed Tomography in Thais Compared with Westerners 1666

  Suchada Hoonpongsimanon MD*,
Montri Santipapmonthon BSc (Radiological)*, Muttana Chuntana BSc (Radiological)*

* Department of Radiology, Lerdsin Hospital   [ PDF ]

Radiographic Manifestations of Pulmonary Cryptococcosis 1674

  Nitra Piyavisetpat MD*,
Pattraporn Chaowanapanja MD*

* Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

A Two-Phase Study Model for the Standardization of HER2 Immunohistochemical Assay on Invasive Ductal Carcinoma of the Breast 1680

  Pichet Sampatanukul MD, MSc*,
Benjaporn Chaiwun MD**, Sansanee Wongwaisayawan MD***,
Parvinee Suwanagool MD****, Songkhun Vinyuvat MD*****,
Anant Karalak MD******, Niphon Praditphol MD*******,
Paisit Paueksakon MD********, Preecha Ruangvejvorachai BSc*,
Andrew S Field FRCPA, FIAC, DipCyt (RCPA)*********, Pongsak Wannakrairot MD*

* Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University
*** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
**** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
***** Institute of Pathology, Department of Medical Service, Ministry of Public Health
****** Pathology Division, National Cancer Institute
******* Pathology Division, Rajavithi Hospital
******** Department of Pathology, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
********* St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney, Australia   [ PDF ]

A Predictive Model for Distinguishing Ischemic from Non-Ischemic Cardiomyopathy 1689

  Wanwarang Wongchareon MD*,
Arintaya Phrommintikul MD*, Rungsrit Kanjanavanit MD*,
Srun Kuanprasert MD*, Apichard Sukonthasarn MD*

* Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University   [ PDF ]

Case(s) Report

Currarino Syndrome: Report of Two Cases and Review of the Literature 1697

  Jiraphorn Amornfa MD*,
Chopeow Taecholarn MD*, Surachai Khaoroptham MD*,

* Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Pseudoaneurysm of Profunda Femoris Artery Following Internal Fixation of Intertrochanteric Fracture: Two Cases Report 1703

  Anupong Laohapoonrungsee MD*,
Yuddhasert Sirirungruangsarn MD*, Olarn Arpornchayanon MD*

* Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai, University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Meningioma of the Internal Auditory Canal: A Case Report 1707

  Wandee Khaimook MD*,
Siriporn Hirunpat MD**, Chawaboon Dejsukum MD***

* Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla
** Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla
*** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

Management on Tsunami Causing Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Case Report 1712

  Ngamwong Jarusuraisin MD*,
Kanch Kesornsukon MS (Counseling Psychology)*

* Mental Health Center, Bangkok Phuket Hospital, Phuket   [ PDF ]

Auditory Symptoms: A Critical Clue for Diagnosis of MELAS† 1715

  Itthipol Tawankanjanachot MD*,
Nijasri S Channarong MD*, Kammant Phanthumchinda MD*

† This manuscript was presented at Annual Meeting of The Neurological Society of Thailand,12th March 2004
* Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Special Articles

Acardiac Twin 1721

  Athita Chanthasenanont MD*,
Densak Pongrojpaw MD*

* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani   [ PDF ]

Molecular Mechanism of Herbs in Human Lung Cancer Cells 1725

  Tanawan Kummalue MD (Honors), MSc*

* Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital   [ PDF ]

GIS and Epidemiology 1735

  Nipada Ruankaew PhD*

* Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Medical Ethics

Medical Ethics and Epistemology 1739

  Sukhit Phaosavasdi MD*,
Christoph Themessl PhD*, Hannes Mueller PhD*,
Pongruk Sribanditmonkol MD, PhD*, Hans Kraml PhD*

* Member of International Academy of Science, Innsbruck University, Austria   [ PDF ]