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Journal of The Medical Association of Thailand
Volume 88 No. 2   Febuary - Febuary   2005

Editorial Note

Original Articles

Treatment of Idiopathic Menorrhagia with Tranexamic Acid 1

  Sukanya Srinil MD*,
Unnop Jaisamrarn MD, MHS*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine,Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

The Effects of Implanon in the Symptomatic Treatment of Endometriosis 7

  Jirawat Ponpuckdee MD*,
Surasak Taneepanichskul MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Effects of Radiotherapy on Sexual Activity in Women with Cervical Cancer 11

  Somnuk Saewong MD*,
Thanapan Choobun MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University   [ PDF ]

Histopathologic Consistency between Endometrial Hyperplasia Diagnosis from Endometrial Curettage and Pathologic Diagnoses from Hysterectomy Specimens 16

  Somneuk Jesadapatrakul, MD*
Siriwan Tangjitgamol, MD**, Sumonmal Manusirivitaya,MD**
* Department of Pathology, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Medical College and Vajira Hospital
** Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Medical College and Vajira Hospital   [ PDF ]

Comparison of Ultrasound Score, CA125, Menopausal Status, and Risk of Malignancy Index in Differentiating between Benign and Borderline or Malignant Ovarian Tumors 22

  Surawute Leelahakorn MD*, Siriwan Tangjitgamol MD*,
Sumonmal Manusirivithaya MD*, Paramee Thongsuksai MD**,
Paiboon Jaroenchainon MD*, Chairak Jivangkul MD*,
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Medical College and Vajira Hospital
** Faculty o0f Medicine, Prince of Songkla University   [ PDF ]

Extent of Lymphovascular Space Invasion and Risk of Pelvic Lymph Node Metastases in Stage IB1 Cervical Cancer 31

  Anchalee Chandacham MD*, Kittipat Charoenkwan MD*,
Sumalee Siriaunkgul MD**, Jatupol Srisomboon MD*,
Prapaporn Suprasert MD*, Chailert Phongnarisorn MD*,
Chalong Cheewakraingkrai MD*, Sitthicha Siriaree MD*,
Charuwan Tantipalakorn MD*, Chumnan Kietpeerakool MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai
** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Adnexal Masses in Pregnancy 37

  Apichart Chittacharoen MD*,
Apiwat Wangpusayavisut MD*, Pratak O-Prasertsawat MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ramathibodi Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

A Comparison of Vaginal Misoprostol 800 µg Versus 400 µg for Anembryonic Pregnancy: A Randomized Comparative Trial 41

  Najnapa Srikhao MD*,
Yuen Tannirandorn MD**
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Cervical Length Measurement by Transvaginal Sonography in Preterm Pregnant Women for Prediction of Preterm Birth 48

  Sujira Kwasan MD*,
Rita Paisarntuntiwong MD*, Paiboon Charoenchainont MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Medical College and Vajira Hospital   [ PDF ]

A Comparison between Single Dose of 50 µg Oral Misoprostol and 25 µg Vaginal Misoprostol for Labor Induction 56

  Rita Paisarntantiwong MD, Dip Thai Board of Obstet & Gynecol, MHPE *,
Mayuri Getgan MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Medical College and Vajira Hospital   [ PDF ]

Risk Indicators for Cesarean Section due to Cephalopelvic Disproportion in Lamphun Hospital 63

  Suthit Khunpradit MD*,
Jayanton Patumanond MD, DSc**, Chamaiporn Tawichasri MSc**
*Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Lamphun Hospital, Lamphun
** Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Pregnancy Induced Hypertension in Twin Pregnancy 69

  Apichart Chittacharoen MD*,
Suwimon Wetchapruekpitak MD*, Somsak Suthutvoravut MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hopital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Radical Surgery for T1 and T2 Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Vulva Through Separate Incisions 75

  Apichart Khobjai, MD*,
Jatupol Srisomboon MD*, Kittipat Charoenkwan MD*,
Chailert Phongnarisorn MD*, Prapaporn Suprasert MD*,
Sitthicha Siriaree MD*, Chalong Cheewakriangkrai MD*,
Charuwan Tantipalakorn MD*, Chumnan Kietpeerakool MD*.
* Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Prevalence and Management of Abnormal Pap smear in Antenatal Care Clinic at Thammasat University Hospital 133

  Thanasak Sueblinvong, MD*,
Komsun Suwannarurk, MD*, Athita Chanthasenanont, MD*,
Chatchai Treetampinich, MD*, Densak Pongrojpaw, MD*

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

Screening of Cervical Neoplasia by Using Pap Smear with Speculoscopy Compared with Pap Smear Alone 138

  Sathone Boonlikit, MD*, Wisit Supakarapongkul, MD*,
Nisa Preuksaritanond, MD*, Charoen Vipupinyo, MD*,
Suphet Tuipae, MD*, Somsamorn Mangclaviras, MD*,
Saowanee Karnplumjid, MD*, Picharn Chantarawiroj, MD*

* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rajavithi Hospital   [ PDF ]

Feto-maternal Hemorrhage after Cordocentesis at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital 145

  Jittima Rujiwetpongstorn, MD*,
Theera Tongsong, MD*, Chanane Wanapirak, MD*,
Wirawit Piyamongkol, MD*, Supatra Sirichotiyakul, MD*,
Pharuhas Chanprapaph, MD*, Fuanglada Tongprasert, MD*

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

Risk Factors for Early Infection after an Acute Cerebral Infarction 150

  Suchat Hanchaiphiboolkul, MD*

* Prasat Neurological Institute, Department of Medical services, Ministry of Public Health   [ PDF ]

The Correlation of Left Ventricular Hypertrophy with the Severity of Atherosclerosis and Embolic Events 156

  Nattawut Wongpraparut, MD*,
Sirin Apiyasawat, MD*, Suraj Maraj, MD*,
Larry E Jacobs, MD*, Morris N Kotler, MD*

* Department of Medicine, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA   [ PDF ]

Preoperative Chemoradiotherapy in Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer: Ramathibodi Experience 162

  Ekaphop Sirachainan, MD*,
Kanit Sumboonnanonda, MD**, Somjai Dangprasert, MD***,
Ravat Panvichian, MD*, Thitiya Sirisinha, MD*,
Mantana Dhanachai, MD***, Virat Pairachvet, MD***,
Puangtong Kraiphibul, MD***, Vorachai Ratanatharathorn, MD*

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

Growth of Breast-fed and Formula-fed Infants Compared with National Growth References of Thai Children 168

  Supapan Tantracheewathorn, MD*

* Department of Pediatrics, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Medical College and Vajira Hospital   [ PDF ]

Screening for Diabetic Retinopathy in Rural Area Using Single-Field, Digital Fundus Images 176

  Paisan Ruamviboonsuk, MD*,
Nattapon Wongcumchang, MD*, Pattamaporn Surawongsin, MD**,
Ekchai Panyawatananukul, MD***, Montip Tiensuwan, PhD****

* Department of Ophthalmology, Rajavithi Hospital
** Department of Ophthalmology, Lerdsin Hospital
*** Director of Kabcheang Community Hospital, Surin
**** Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Long-term Treatment of N-3 PUFAS on Plasma Lipoprotein Levels and Fatty Acid Composition of Total Serum and Erythrocyte Lipids in Hypertriglyceridemic Patients 181

  Supanee Putadechakum, DSc*, Vichai Tanphaichitr, MD, PhD, FACP, FRACP**
Preeya Leelahagul, DSc*, Varapat Pakpeankitvatana, DSc***,
Thitima Surapisitchart, BS*, Surat Komindr, MD**

* Department of Research Center, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
** Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
*** Department of food chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Accuracy of Transcutaneous Bilirubinometer Estimates Using BiliCheckâ in Thai Neonates 187

  Waricha Janjindamai, MD*,
Thirachai Tansantiwong, MD*

* Department of Pediatrics, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

A Germline Mutation in a Thai Family with Familial Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1 191

  Thiti Snabboon, MD*, Wanee Plengpanich, MSc*,
Vorasuk Shotelersuk, MD**, Sasitorn Sirisalipoch, MD***,
Banthoon Nonthasoot, MD****, Boonchoo Sirichindakul, MD****,
Naruemon Wisedopas, MD*****, Sompongse Suwanwalaikorn, MD*

* Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
*** Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
**** Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
***** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Prevalence of Cardiovascular Risk Factors in a Rural Area in Southern Thailand: Potential Ethnic Differences 196

  Tada Yipintsoi, MB*,+,
Apiradee Lim, MSc**, Woravut Jintapakorn, MD*,+

* Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla
** Epidemiology Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla
+ Representing the Adult-Thepa Group   [ PDF ]

Plasma Ascorbate and Ceruloplasmin Levels in Thai Premature Infants 205

  Patcharee Boonsiri, PhD*,
Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, MD**, Pakaphan Kiatchoosakun, MD**,
Wanlaya Naowaratwattana, MSc*, Tueanjit Khampitak, MD*,
Pranithi Hongsprabhas, MD***, Puangrat Yongvanit, PhD*

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

Early Experience with Pediatric Cardiac Intervention in Songklanagarind Hospital 214

  Worakan Promphan, MD*,
Somkiat Sopontammarak, MD*, Somrit Jantarapratin, MD**

* Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkhla University, Songkla
** Bangkok-Hat Yai Hospital, Songkla   [ PDF ]

Relationship between Soluble Leptin Receptor, Leptin, Lipid Profiles and Anthropometric Parameters in Overweight and Obese Thai Subjects 220

  Supaluk Popruk, BSc*,
Rungsunn Tungtrongchitr, PhD*, Praneet Pongpaew, BSc, MS*,
Benjaluck Phonrat, BSc, MSc**, Anchalee Tungtrongchitr, MD, PhD***,
Siriwan Tribunyatkul, BSc, MSc**, Suporn Paksanont, BSc, MSc****,
Niyomsri Vudhivai, BSc, MSc*, Frank P Schelp, Dr Med, DTM&H, DSc (Hons)*****

* Department of Tropical Nutrition and Food Science, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University
** Department of Clinical Tropical Medicine, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University,
*** Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
**** Department of Tropical Radioisotopes, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University
***** Department of Epidemiology, Institute of Social Medicine, Free University, Germany   [ PDF ]

Detection of Cytomegalovirus in Vitreous, Aqueous and Conjunctiva by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) 228

  Kessara Pathanapitoon, MD*,
Somsaguan Ausayakhun, MD*, Paradee Kunavisarut, MD*,
Arporn Pungrasame, MD*, Wasna Sirirungsi, PhD**

* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai
** Department of Clinical Microbiology, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Efficacy of Benzimidazole Carbamate on an Intestinal Fluke Co-Infected with Nematodes 233

  Jitra Waikagul, PhD*, Dorn Watthanakulpanich, MSc*,
Chatree Muennoo, BEd*, Wanna Maipanich, MSPH*,
Surapol Sa-nguankiat, BEd*, Somchit Phubampen, BBA*

* Department of Helminthology, Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Experience on Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography at Tertiary Referral Center in Thailand: Risks and Complications 238

  Surakit Pungpapong, MD*, Pradermchai Kongkam, MD**,
Rungsun Rerknimitr, MD**, Pinit Kullavanijaya, MD**

* Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, USA
** Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Does Preloading with Colloids Prevent Hemodynamic Changes when Neurosurgical Patients are Subsequently Changed to the Seated Position? 247

  Phuping Akavipat, MD, FRCAT*,
Paungpaga Metta, BSc (nursing)*

* Department of Anesthesiology, Prasat Neurological Institute   [ PDF ]

Radiation Scattering to the Primary Surgeon during Closed Locked Femoral Nailing 252

  Banchong Mahaisavariya, MD*,
Panupan Songcharoen, MD*, Kongkhet Riansuwan, MD*

* Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital,
Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

The Efficacy and Effectiveness of Influenza Vaccination among Thai Elderly Persons Living in the Community 256

  Rungnirand Praditsuwan, MD*,
Prasert Assantachai, MD, FRCP (London)**, Chantapong Wasi, MD***,
Pilaipan Puthavatana, PhD***, Uraiwan Kositanont, MSc***

* Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medcine, Siriraj Hospital, Mohidol University
** Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Faculty of Medcine, Siriraj Hospital, Mohidol University
*** Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medcine, Siriraj Hospital, Mohidol University   [ PDF ]

Case(s) Report

Lumbo-peritoneal Shunting Improved Spinal Cord Compression Due to a Large Anterior Sacral Meningocele 265

  Pataravit Rukskul, MD, MSc (Clinical Science), Dr Med*

* Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University   [ PDF ]

Balloon Expandable Stents for Coarctation of the Aorta: Current Status and Technical Considerations: Case Report 269

  Kritvikrom Durongpisitkul, MD*, Duangmanee Laohaprasitiporn, MD*,
Prakul Chanthong, MD**, Pradit Panchavinnin, MD***

* Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
** Her Majesty Cardiac Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
*** Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Special Articles

Norelgestromin/Ethinyl Estradiol Transdermal System 82

  Surasak Taneepanichskul MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Faculty of Medicine Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Role of Hysteroscopy in Modern Gynaecology 85

  Sangchai Preutthipan, MD, FRTCOG*
*Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Clinical Use of Cord Blood for Stem Cell Transplantation 93

  Preeda Vanichsetakul MD*
* Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

The Experience of One Obstetrician in a Rural Area in Emergency Obstetrics 101

  Renu Srismith, MD*
* Bureau of Service Quality Development, National Health Security Office   [ PDF ]

Challenge for Unsafe Abortion 104

  Suwachai Intaraprasert MD*,
Nongluk Boonthai BSc (Nursing), MSc (Public Health)**
* Executive Council Member, The Royal Thai College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
** Reproductive Health Division, Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health   [ PDF ]

Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anaemia in Pregnancy and Postpartum with Special Focus on Intravenous Iron Sucrose Complex 108

  Christian Breymann, MD*
*Feto Maternal Hematology Research Group University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland   [ PDF ]

GTD 2005 110

  Ruangsak Lertkhachonsul MD*
* Department of Obstetric and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University   [ PDF ]

Gestational Trophoblastic Disease in 2005 119

  Suwanit Therasakvichya MD*
* Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

How to Approach Common Urogynaecological Problems? 124

  Apichart Chittacharoen MD*
* Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital   [ PDF ]

New Approach of STI/HIV in OB-GYN 129

  Anuvat Roongpisuthipong MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Fetal Stem Cell: From Research to Clinical Use 133

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

Hysteroscopic Instrumentation Today 138

  Hatern Tintara MD*
* Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

STD Prevention in Obstetrics & Gynaecology 139

  Pratak O-Prasertsawat MD*
* Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital   [ PDF ]

Resident Presentation 140

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Oral Presentation 197

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Poster Presentation 208

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Waiver of Consent in Clinical Observational Research 275

  Panuwat Lertsithichai MD*

* Department of Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital and Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Laboratory Diagnosis of Rabies in Bangkok and the Central Part of Thailand, 2001-2004 282

  Veera Tepsumethanon, DVM*,†,
Visith Sitprija, MD*

* Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute, Thai Red Cross Society
† Received grant funding support from the National Science and Technology Development   [ PDF ]

Medical Ethics

Animals and Ethics 287

  Sukhit Phaosavasdi, MD*,
Surasak Thaneepanichskul, MD*, Yuen Tannirandorn, MD*,
Manopchai Thamkhantho, MD*, Chumsak Pruksapong, MD*,
Aurchart Kanjanapitak, MD*, Hugh Leong, MD**

* Member of the Medical Association of Thailand
** [email protected]   [ PDF ]