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Gender-wise Variation in the Delivered Radiation Dose during Common X-ray Procedures. A Preliminary Study
(2021)The increased radiosensitivity in women compared to men is a greater concern in diagnostic radiology, which uses ionization radiation for the purpose of diagnosis. However, radiation protection authorities, such as the ... -
The Relationship between Early Physiotherapy Intervention and Shoulder Joint Mobility among Breast Cancer Survivors in Sri Lanka
(2021)Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, including Sri Lanka. Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM) is the standard surgical management when the breast conservation is not considered as an option. However, ... -
Association between Ankle Dorsiflexion and Non-contact Low Back Pain among Adolescent Fast Bowlers in Division 1 Boys’ Schools in Colombo
(2021)Despite the popularity of Sri Lankan cricket, there are a drastically low number of studies related to school level fast bowlers. This study aimed to investigate the association of ankle dorsiflexion with non-contact low ... -
Evaluation of Setup Errors in Three-dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT) for Pelvic Sites by Using Electronic Portal Imaging Device (EPID)
(2021)The setup error is defined as any deviation between the intended and actual treatment position, and it is determined by measuring the shift of the treatment field position by comparing the treatment image against its ... -
Brachytherapy in Cervical Cancer: Accuracy in Point Dose Demarcation
(2021)Brachytherapy dose specification point A, located 2 cm superior to the external cervical orifice and 2 cm lateral to the cervical canal, is a geometrical concept that represents the anatomic position where the uterine ... -
An attempt to Detection of Iron Overload and Its Complications in Beta Thalassemia Major Patients at Thalassemia Unit Kurunegala by Investigating Some of the Laboratory Parameters
(2021)Thalassemia is the commonest single gene disorder in Sri Lanka that causes an overwhelming weight of suffering on families and a large financial cost to the health service. The aim of the study was to detect organ related ... -
Prevalence of Microalbuminuria in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Attending the Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Clinic at National Hospital, Sri Lanka
(2021)Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that affects multiple synovial joints leading to bone and cartilage destruction. RA is associated with many co-morbidities. Sub-clinical renal dysfunction is one such ... -
Age and Gender-Related Variations of Adult Human Ocular Volumes in Sri Lankan Population: An Evaluation Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging
(2021)Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) can be treated as one of the best modalities for volume determination of soft tissue structures. As age and sex show a conspicuous influence upon the ocular volume, this study was aimed ... -
Quality and In vitro Equivalence Testing of Chloroquine Phosphate 250 mg USP Tablets in Sri Lanka
(2021)Exceptionally high quoted unit prices of antimalarials and the non-availability of World Health Organization (WHO) pre-qualified registered suppliers were two main challenges in procuring antimalarials in Sri Lanka. As ... -
A Counselling Intervention to Improve Treatment Adherence of Ischemic Heart Disease Patients: The Development of a Protocol
(2021)Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) is classified as one of the world's major cardiovascular diseases and has become the leading cause of deaths in Sri Lanka. Poor treatment adherence plays a significant role in re-hospitalization ... -
Participation in Strength Training Activities and Perceived Benefits among Female Undergraduates
(2021)The functional and physiologic adaptations of the body in response to strength training (ST) are of greater importance in the management of a healthy and fit lifestyle. Even though these adaptations are similar among women ... -
Detection of the Minimum Inhibitory Concentrations for Meropenem in Resistant Coliform Isolates at National Cancer Institute Maharagama
(2021)Carbapenem Resistant Enterobacteriaceae is a health problem worldwide due to overuse and misuse of antibiotics. The determination of minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) using broth micro dilution (BMD) is the gold ... -
Preparation, Characterization, and In vitro Releasing of Microcapsules Loaded with Bridelia Retusa Aqueous Bark Extract for Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
(2021)Bridelia retusa (Ketakela) is a plant widely used in the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Currently, microencapsulation is used to formulate prolonged release dosage forms by using plant extracts. The main objectives ... -
Health Related Quality of Life of the Diabetic Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital in Central Province of Sri Lanka
(2021)Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is understood as the individual perception of health in the context of the culture and value system in which they live and in relation to their goals, expectations, and concerns. The ... -
Effectiveness of Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme on Cardiovascular Endurance in Patients Attending Cardiology Unit, National Hospital, Sri Lanka
(2021)Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in low- and middle-income countries. Cardiovascular diseases caused 34% of total deaths in 2016 in Sri Lanka. Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR) programme is the medically ... -
Differences in BMI, Physical Activity Level and Diet of Healthy People and People with Lower Back Pain
(2021)Lower back pain (LBP) is a major cause of disability worldwide, affecting general wellbeing and performance at work. Several factors are believed to be associated with the incidence of lower back pain. The main objective ... -
An Analysis of Changes in Patterns of Substance Usage among Substance Users during the COVID-19 Pandemic Period in Gampaha, Ampara, Mannar, Anuradhapura, Badulla, Vavuniya and Kandy Districts, Sri Lanka
(2021)The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting people, including substance users’ patterns of usage and associated complications. The objective of this study was to assess the changes in the pattern of substance usage in a selected ... -
Evidence-Based Intrapartum Care in Vaginal Births: Direct Observations in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Sri Lanka
(2021)Identifying the gaps between evidence-based care and actual intrapartum care has paramount importance in improving maternal and neonatal outcomes at birth. This study aimed to evaluate the current intrapartum practices of ... -
Critical Results Management Practices of the Medical Laboratory Technologists in the Southern Province, Sri Lanka
(2021)Critical results are laboratory measurements that require urgent clinical action and should be communicated to a clinician urgently. The study aimed to assess the practices of Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLTs) in ...