Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia

The Role of Thalassaemic Red Cells in the Mechanism Process of Hypercoagulable State in Thalassaemia

Background: Thromboembolic events (TEEs) are recognized complications in thalassaemia, arising from a hypercoagulable state driven by multiple proposed mechanisms. These concerns have prompted numerous investigations to better understand the underlying prothrombotic pathways. Thi...

Seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex, and syphilis infections among pregnant women and infants in Malaysia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Background Toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex, and syphilis (TORCH) infections in infants and pregnant women are a cause for concern. However, the true prevalence of the infections among these populations in Malaysia is unknown. Methodology This study represe...

The Behavioral Architecture of Dietary Salt Reduction Among Hypertensive Population in Sabah, Malaysia: A Descriptive Qualitative Inquiry

Dietary patterns, not medical adherence, make it dif8icult to reduce salt in the population. This is due to the complex structure of the house. Hypertensive residents living in communities in Sabah, Malaysia, have dif8iculty adhering to a low-salt diet due to factors such as fami...

Validation of point-of-care INR testing against standard laboratory methods in a Malaysian primary healthcare setting

Reliable INR monitoring is crucial for patients on warfarin to prevent thrombotic or bleeding events. This study evaluated the accuracy of the Wondfo POCT device compared to standard laboratory methods (Stago STA-R Max3 and ACL TOP 300) in a primary healthcare setting. The goal w...

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF EARLY VERSUS DELAYED ENDOVASCULAR COILING FOR RUPTURED INTRACRANIAL ANEURYSMS: CLINICAL OUTCOMES AND PRE-PROCEDURAL STRATEGIES

Abstract Background: Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) is a critical neurologic emergency with high mortality and disability. Prompt aneurysm securing is essential to reduce the risk of rebleeding, yet the optimal timing of endovascular coiling remains debated—especially...

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF EARLY VERSUS DELAYED ENDOVASCULAR COILING FOR RUPTURED INTRACRANIAL ANEURYSMS: CLINICAL OUTCOMES AND PRE-PROCEDURAL STRATEGIES

Abstract Background: Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) is a critical neurologic emergency with high mortality and disability. Prompt aneurysm securing is essential to reduce the risk of rebleeding, yet the optimal timing of endovascular coiling remains debated—especially...

Adaptation to Malay Culture among Non-Malays: The Psychometric Properties of the Vancouver Index of Acculturation (VIA)

Introduction The VIA assesses acculturation through two dimensions: (1) retention of one’s heritage culture and (2) adaptation to mainstream (host) culture practices. Objective To validate the VIA English version for assessing acculturation among Malaysian non-Malays and non-Mala...

The Impact of Rain classroom-based flipped classroom (RC-BFC) on surgical nursing education enhancement

Clinical nursing education is essential for facilitating students’ successful transition into professional practice. The Rain Classroom-based Flipped Classroom (RC-BFC) model represents an innovative teaching strategy that emphasizes active, student-centered learning through the...

Vitamin D deficiency among adults screened for orthodontic treatment in Saudi Arabia: prevalence and implications for trial recruitment

Vitamin D deficiency remains highly prevalent in the Middle East and may influence both oral-health research planning and orthodontic trial feasibility. This study estimated vitamin D deficiency prevalence in adults screened for orthodontic treatment in Saudi Arabia and quantifie...