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Journal of The Medical Association of Thailand
Volume 88 No. 9   September - September   2005

Editorial Note

Original Articles

Surgical Techniques of Cataract Surgery and Subsequent Postoperative Endophthalmitis 1

  Adisak Trinavarat MD*,
La-ongsri Atchaneeyasakul MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Sterility of Non-Preservative Eye Drops 6

  Pinnita Prabhasawat MD*,
Suksri Chotikavanich MD*, Amornrut Leelaporn PhD**
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
** Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Eyelid Tumors in Siriraj Hospital from 2000-2004 11

  Kanograt Pornpanich MD*,
Panida Chindasub MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Retinitis in AIDS Patients with Intravitreal Ganciclovir 15

  Somsanguan Ausayakhun MD, MHSc*, Prapa Yuvaves MD*,
Suphop Ngamtiphakorn PN*, Jeradech Prasitsilp PN*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Long-Term Intraocular Pressure Change after Clear Corneal Phacoemulsification in Thai Glaucoma Patients 21

  Yupin Leelachaikul MD*,
Ataya Euswas MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease in Thai Patients 26

  Nattaporn Tesavibul MD*,
Wiwon Sansanayuth MD**
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University,
**Department of Ophthalmology, Pramongkutklao Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand   [ PDF ]

Unfocused Effect on the Measurement of Ocular Aberrations 31

  Sabong Srivannaboon MD*,
Narisara Adulbhan MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Pseudophakic Retinal Detachment with Ruptured Posterior Lens Capsule 37

  Apichart Singalavanija MD*,
Ornhathai Thongbun MD*, Sasima Tongsai MSc*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Current Trends in Cataract Surgery in Thailand - 2004 Survey 43

  Winai Chaidaroon MD*,
Narong Tungpakorn MD**, Piyathida Puranitee MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai
** Department of Ophthalmology, Sawanpracharak Hospital, Nakhonsawan   [ PDF ]

The Fundoscopic Features for Differentiation between Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy and Choroidal Neovascularization from Age-Related Macular Degeneration 51

  Atchara Ampornpruet MD*,
Paisan Ruamviboonsuk MD*, Sittika Kokekhuntod MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Rajavithi Hospital, Bangkok   [ PDF ]

The Results of Amniotic Membrane Transplantation for Symptomatic Bullous Keratopathy 57

  Orathai Chansanti MD*,
Orasa Horatanaruang MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Songklanagarind Hospital, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

The High-Dose, Alternate-Week Intravitreal Ganciclovir Injections for Cytomegalovirus Retinitis in Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Patients on Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy 63

  Kanokwan Yutthitham MD*,
Paisan Ruamviboonsuk MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Rajavithi Hospital   [ PDF ]

Surgical Outcomes in Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment at Srinagarind Hospital 69

  Yosanan Yospaiboon MD*, Thuss Sanguansak MD*,
Tanapat Ratanapakorn MD*, Suthasinee Sinawat MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Translimbal Fixation of Posterior Chamber Lenses 77

  Yosanan Yospaiboon MD*, Pantipa Wongwai MD*,
Tanapat Ratanapakorn MD*, Suthasinee Sinawat MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Outcomes of Cataract Surgery in Senile Cataract Patients at Siriraj Hospital: A Prospective Observational Study 82

  Dhaivadee Dulayajinda MD*, Wirut Nukhaw MD*,
Suchada Kampanartsanyakorn MD*, La-ongsri Atchaneeyasakul MD*,
Thammanoon Surachatkumtonekul MD*, Kayawan Srihiran BSc*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Vitreous Loss During Phacoemulsification Learning Curve Performed by Third-Year Residents 89

  Pakitti Tayanithi MD*, Keerati Pungpapong MD*,
Patharaporn Siramput MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Chulalongkorn University and Hospital   [ PDF ]

The Outcomes of Horizontal Strabismus Surgery and Influencing Factors of the Surgical Success 94

  Suchada Kampanartsanyakorn MD*,
Thamanoon Surachatkumtonekul MD*, Dhaivadee Dulayajinda MD*,
Mingkwan Jumroendararasmee MD*, Sasima Tongsae MSc*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

The Efficacy of Unoprostone Isopropyl as an Adjunct to Topical β-blocker in Patients with Open Angle Glaucoma: A-6-Month Study 100

  Yupin Leelachaikul MD*,
Ataya Euswas MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Assessment of the Anterior Structures of Eyes in a Normal Northern Thai Group Using the Orbscan II 105

  Napaporn Tananuvat MD*,
Nalinee Pansatiankul MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Prevalence of Abnormal Vision in One-Year-Old Thai Children, Based on a Prospective Cohort Study of Thai Children (PCTC) 114

  Supaporn Tengtrisorn MD*,
Penny Singha MD*, Chanpen Chuprapawan MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

Intraocular Pressure Control Following Phacoemulsification in Patients with Chronic Angle Closure Glaucoma 121

  Ataya Euswas MD*,
Sukhuma Warrasak MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Randomised Controlled Trial of Perineal Shaving versus Hair Cutting in Parturients on Admission in Labor 1167

  Ekachai Kovavisarach, MD*,
Phuntip Jirasettasiri, MD*

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

Efficacy of Platinum Plus Cyclophosphamide in Patients with Epithelial Ovarian Cancer 1172

  Siriwan Tangjitgamol, MD*,
Sumonmal Mamusirinitaya, MD*, Surawute Leelahakorn, MD*,
Thaowalai Thawaramara, MD*, Kamol Pataradool, MD*,
Pacheun Suekwatana, MD*, Kriengkrai Sittidilokratna, MD*

* Gynecologic Oncology Unit, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bangkok Metropolitan
Administration Medical College and Vajira Hospital   [ PDF ]

Five Years Follow Up of Laparoscopic Burch Colposuspension for Stress Urinary Incontinence in Thai Women 1182

  Suvit Bunyavejchevin, MD, MHS*
Wirach Wisawasukmongchol, MD*

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

Nomogram for Prediction of the Risk of Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia, Using Transcutaneous Bilirubin 1187

  Suwimol Sanpavat, MD*, Issarang Nuchprayoon, MD, PhD*,
Chutima Smathakanee, MD*, Rapeephun Hansuebsai, MD*

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

Oxford Knee Score and SF-36: Translation & Reliability for Use with Total Knee Arthroscopy Patients in Thailand 1194

  Keerati Charoencholvanich, MD*,
Boonchana Pongcharoen, MD*

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

Endourologic Management of Severely Encrusted Ureteral Stents 1203

  Bannakij Lojanapiwat, MD*

* Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai   [ PDF ]

Predictors of Non-Significant Endoscopic Findings in Patients with Suspected Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Hemorrhage 1207

  Preeda Sumritpradit MD*,
Suwat Tangkittimasak MD*, Panuwat Lertsithichai MD*

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

Intrathecal Fentanyl for Prevention of Shivering in Cesarean Section 1214

  Anchalee Techanivate, MD*, Oraluxna Rodanant, MD*,
Wasinee Tachawattanawisal, MD*, Terapol Somsiri, MD*

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

Corneal Characteristics in Myopic Patients 1222

  Sabong Srivannaboon, MD*,
Suksri Chotikavanich, MD*

* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Efficacy and Safety of Bimatoprost for the Treatment of Open-Angle Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension: A Three-Month, Open-Label Study in Community-Based Practices in Thailand 1228

  Boonsong Wanichwecha-rungruang, MD*,
Wallop Iemsomboon, MD**

* Glaucoma Services, Department of Ophthalmology, Institute of Undergraduate Medical Education, Department of Medical Services in affiliation with Rangsit University, Rajavithi Hospital
** Glaucoma Division, Department of Ophthalmology, Phramongkutklao Hospital,
Phramongkutklao College of Medicine   [ PDF ]

Lung Cancer in Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital: Comparison of the Clinical Manifestations between the Young and Old Age Groups 1236

  Athavudh Deesomchok, MD*,
Namporn Dechayonbancha, MD*, Sumitra Thongprasert, MD*

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

Serum Lipid Levels and the Prevalence of Dyslipidaemia among Rural and Urban Thai Adults - are the NCEP III Guidelines Appropriate? 1242

  Anushka Patel, MD*,
Mark Woodward, MD*, Ronald Stolk, MD*,
Paibul Suriyawongpaisal, MD**, Bruce Neal, MD*,***

* The George Institute for International Health, University of Sydney, Australia
** Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand
*** InterASIA Collaborative Group   [ PDF ]

C Reactive Protein for Differentiating Bacterial from Aseptic Meningitis in Thai Patients 1251

  Suchat Sirijaichingkul, MD*, Somsak Tiamkao, MD**,
Kittisak Sawanyawisuth, MD**, Verajit Chotmongkol, MD**

* Department of Clinical Immunology, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences
** Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Longevity of Thai Physicians: Phase 2 and Policy Implications 1257

  Pornchai Sithisarankul, MD*,
Veera Piyasing, MD*, Benjaporn Boontheaim, MD*,
Suthee Ratanamongkolgul, MD**, Somkiat Wattanasirichaigoon, MD**

* Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Faculty of Medicine, Srinakarintarawirot University   [ PDF ]

The Functioning and Quality of Life of Depressive Patients with 12 Weeks of Psychiatric Care 1261

  Ronnachai Kongsakon, MD, LLB, MSc*

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

Cost Analysis of the Treatment of Schizophrenia in Thailand: A Simulation Model Comparing Olanzapine, Risperidone, Quetiapine, Ziprasidone and Haloperidol 1267

  Ronnachai Kongsakon, MD, LLB, MSc*,
Thawatchai Leelahanaj, MD, MSc**, Natalia Price, BEc (Hons)***,
Liesl Birinyi-Strachan, BSc (Hons), PhD***, Peter Davey, BA, MA (Econ)***

* Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine,Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
** Department of Psychiatry and Neurology Phramongkutklao Hospital
*** Medical Technology Assessment Group Pty Ltd, Sydney NSW, Australia, www.m-tag.net   [ PDF ]

Personality Disorders in Medical Students: Measuring by IPDE-10 1278

  Nahathai Wongpakaran, MD*,
Tinakon Wongpakaran (Chan-Ob), MD*

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

Epistaxis in Chiang Mai University Hospital 1282

  Saisaward Chaiyasate, MD*, Kannika Roongrotwattanasiri, MD*,
Supranee Fooanan, MD*, Yupa Sumitsawan, MD*

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

Micrometastasis and Recurrent Neck Node in Supraomohyoid Neck Dissection field 1287

  Somjin Chindavijak, MD*

* Otolaryngology Division, National Cancer Institute Thailand   [ PDF ]

Behavioral Factors and Malaria Infection among the Migrant Population, Chiang Rai Province 1293

  Wisit Chaveepojnkamjorn DVM, MPH*,
Natchaporn Pichainarong DrPH**

* Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University
** Faculty of Public Health, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham   [ PDF ]

Case(s) Report

A Traumatic Bitemporal Hemianopia with Macular Sparing 126

  Niphon Chirapapaisan MD*,
Alfredo A Sadun MD, PhD**
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
** Doheny Eye Institute and the Department of Ophthalmology, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA   [ PDF ]

Ocular Myasthenia Gravis and Auto-Immune Thyroiditis in Children 131

  Kitthisak Kitthaweesin MD*,
Narong Auvichayapat MD**, Ouyporn Panamonta MD**
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen
** Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Isolated Corneal Intraepithelial Neoplasia 134

  Orasa Horatanaruang MD*, Orathai Chansanti MD*,
Winyou Mitarnun MD**, Kobkul Tungsinmunkong MD**
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Songklanagarind Hospital, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla
** Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Songklanagarind Hospital, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Lacrimal Sac 138

  Passorn Preechawai MD*,
Robert C Della Rocca MD, FRCO**, David Della Rocca MD***,
Steven Schaefer MD****, Steven McCormack MD*****
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Had Yai, Songkhla
** Department of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, St. Luke-Roosevelt Hospital, New York, and The Department of Ophthalmic Plastic, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery, The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York
*** The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York
**** Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York
***** Department of Pathology, The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York   [ PDF ]

Sheathotomy without Separation of Venule Overlying Arteriole at Occlusion Site in Uncommon Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion 143

  Nuttawut Rodanant MD*,
Somanus Thoongsuwan MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Late Postoperative Capsular Block Syndrome 151

  Orasa Horatanaruang MD*,
Wantanee Saranyakoob MD*
* Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat-Yai, Songkhla   [ PDF ]

Round Cell Liposarcoma of Scrotum with Indolent Course in Young Adult 1302

  Voranuch Thanakit, MD*,
Scott D Nelson, MD**, Suthep Udomsawaengsup, MD***

* Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
** Department of Pathology, UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, USA
*** Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn Univeristy   [ PDF ]

The “Intermediate Syndrome” as Critical Sequelae of Organophosphate Poisoning: The First Report of Two Cases in Thailand 1308

  Winai Wananukul, MD*,
Sumalee Kiateboonsri, MD**, Amnuay Thithapandha, PhD***

* Division of Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology, Department of Medicine and Ramathibodi Poison Center
** Division of Pulmonary and Critical care, Department of Medicine
*** Division of Academic affairs, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   [ PDF ]

Special Articles

Health Related Quality of Life Instruments for Glaucoma: A Comprehensive Review 155

  Shutimaporn Tripop BSc*,
Nutjaree Pratheepawanit PhD*, Somkiat Asawaphureekorn MD**,
Weerasak Anutangkoon MD***, Sasithorn Inthayung RN**
* Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen
** Department of Ophthalmology, Srinagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen
*** Department of Ophthalmology, Khon Kaen Regional Hospital, Khon Kaen   [ PDF ]

Guidelines for Prescribing Optical Correction in Children 163

  Sorot Wutthiphan MD*
* Priest Hospital   [ PDF ]

Thai Healthy Newborns Have a Higher Risk 1314

  Kriangsak Jirapaet, MD, MPH*

* Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital   [ PDF ]

Rabies Situation in Thailand 1319

  Apirom Puanghat, DVM*,
Wirongrong Hunsoowan, DVM**

* Bureau of General Communicable Diseases, Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health
** Bureau of Disease Control and Veterinary Services, Department of Livestock Development,
Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives   [ PDF ]

Medical Ethics

Single Pathway to Maintain the Ethics in Medical Practices 1323

  Sukhit Phaosavasdi, MD*,
Surasak Taneepanichskul, MD*, Yuen Tannirandorn, MD*,
Manopchai Thamkhantho, MD, MRCOG*, Chumsak Prugsapong, MD*,
Vorapong Phupong, MD*, Aurchart Karnjanapitak, MD*

* Member of the Medical Association of Thailand   [ PDF ]