Hanoi Medical University

Multistage Reconstruction of Complex Postburn Facial Scars: A Multidimensional Reconstructive Approach

Background: Severe postburn facial scars may involve multiple anatomical units with different functional and aesthetic requirements. Reconstruction of such deformities may therefore require a staged and individualized approach rather than a single reconstructive procedure. Case P...

From emergence to exposure: one health attribution of azole-resistant Aspergillus fumigatus in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is a hotspot for azole-resistant Aspergillus fumigatus yet remains underrepresented in global surveillance. Disciplinary approaches, including genomics, environmental sampling, and social science, have progressed but remain poorly integrated. We outline a One Healt...

Comparative effectiveness of physiological intracytoplasmic sperm injection and intracytoplasmic sperm injection in couples affected by abnormal sperm morphology

Objective: This study compared outcomes after physiological intracytoplasmic sperm injection (PICSI) versus conventional intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) in couples affected by abnormal sperm morphology. Methods: This retrospective cohort study included 246 couples in whom...

Fulminant multisystem adenovirus-associated illness with cerebrospinal fluid PCR positivity and minimal pleocytosis in previously healthy toddlers: a case series

Central nervous system manifestations of human adenovirus infection are uncommon in immunocompetent children and may be difficult to recognize when routine cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) indices are normal or only minimally abnormal. We report a severe pediatric case series characteri...

Association between thoracic epidural analgesia and gastrointestinal failure in acute pancreatitis: a prospective exploratory cohort study in Vietnam

Abstract Severe acute pancreatitis is characterized by profound inflammation and splanchnic hypoperfusion, which is often exacerbated by opioid-induced bowel dysfunction. We aimed to evaluate the association between thoracic epidural analgesia (TEA) and early gastrointestinal fai...

Pre-stroke frailty and 30-day functional outcomes in Vietnamese adults with acute stroke: a prospective observational study

Abstract Background Pre-stroke frailty may influence recovery after acute stroke, but prospective evidence from low- and middle-income countries remains limited. We investigated the association between pre-stroke frailty and 30-day functional outcome among Vietnamese adults with...

Buccal-Based Flap Techniques in Secondary Cleft Palate Surgery: A Scoping Review of Current Evidence and Research Gaps

Secondary cleft palate reconstruction is challenging because residual or recurrent complications after palatoplasty occur in scarred, tissue-deficient, poorly vascularized fields, and buccal-based flaps are increasingly used for oronasal fistula (ONF) repair and for velopharyngea...

Evidence Synthesis of Probiotic Supplementation for Allergic Rhinitis in Adults: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis

Background Probiotics are increasingly explored as a potential adjunctive treatment for allergic rhinitis, a condition affecting approximately one in five adults worldwide. Despite distinctive age-related differences in gut microbiota composition, immunologic characteristics, and...

Dealing with aggressive patients

Abstract Workplace‐related abuse, threats and assault are globally recognised as a significant risk for healthcare workers. This paper briefly reviews systemic factors contributing to aggression and violence before focussing on techniques first to identify high‐risk patients and...

Bone flap resorption after autologous cranioplasty for traumatic brain injury: a case–control study in Vietnam

<title>Abstract</title> Introduction Autologous bone is a commonly used material for cranioplasty following decompressive craniectomy; however, it is accompanied by the inherent risk of resorption. This study aimed to identify factors associated with bone flap resorption (BFR) in...

Post-TAVR Neo-Sinus Geometry and Impaired Ventricular Recovery Are Associated with Early Leaflet Thrombosis: First MDCT Insights from Vietnam

Background/Objectives: Leaflet thrombosis after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), typically identified as hypoattenuated leaflet thickening (HALT) on multidetector computed tomography (MDCT), is increasingly recognized as an early manifestation of bioprosthetic valve...

Caregiver perspectives on inpatient service quality at a pediatric hospital in Vietnam: a mixed-method study

Assessing the quality of inpatient services is essential for improving healthcare performance and ensuring patient-centered care, particularly in pediatric hospital settings. Although Vietnam has implemented national hospital quality assurance frameworks, empirical evidence on pe...

Association Between Upper Airway Morphology and Pulmonary Function in Vietnamese Orthodontic Patients: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography and Computational Fluid Dynamics Study

Background: Current evidence on the relationship between upper airway morphology and respiratory function remains inconsistent and inconclusive. Although anatomical narrowing is often linked to respiratory impairment, its effect on measurable pulmonary function in asymptomatic in...

Fiber-rich snacks improved constipation in Vietnamese elderly.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Constipation is a common condition among the elderly in nursing homes, partly due to a low fiber intake. This study utilized agar and konjac, both rich sources of dietary fiber, to develop fiber-rich snacks aimed at increasing fiber intake among the eld...