Obstetric ultrasound aids prompt referral of gestational trophoblastic disease in marginalized populations on the Thailand–Myanmar border
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DOI: 10.1080/16549716.2017.1296727
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background: The use of obstetric ultrasound in the diagnosis of gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) in high-income settings is well established, leading to prompt management and high survival rates. Evidence from low-income settings suggests ultrasound… read more here.
Keywords: thailand myanmar; gtd; obstetric ultrasound; myanmar border ... See more keywords
Optimal Duration of Follow-up for Assessing Antimalarial Efficacy in Pregnancy: A Retrospective Analysis of a Cohort Followed Up Until Delivery on the Thailand–Myanmar Border
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofz264
Abstract: Abstract Background Follow-up for 28–42 days is recommended by the World Health Organization to assess antimalarial drug efficacy for nonpregnant populations. This study aimed to determine the optimal duration for pregnant women, as no specific… read more here.
Keywords: pregnancy; optimal duration; thailand myanmar; duration ... See more keywords
A Survey of Practice and Knowledge of Refugee and Migrant Pregnant Mothers Surrounding Neonatal Jaundice on the Thailand–Myanmar Border
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DOI: 10.1093/tropej/fmw055
Abstract: Background: In populations with a high prevalence of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, practices that can induce haemolysis need to be identified to raise awareness of preventable risks. The aim of this survey was to determine the… read more here.
Keywords: pregnant mothers; thailand myanmar; survey; surrounding neonatal ... See more keywords
Adolescents’ perceptions and experiences of pregnancy in refugee and migrant communities on the Thailand-Myanmar border: a qualitative study
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DOI: 10.1186/s12978-018-0522-7
Abstract: BackgroundAdolescent pregnancy remains a global health concern, contributing to 11% of all births worldwide and 23% of the overall burden of disease in girls aged 15–19 years. Premature motherhood can create a negative cycle of adverse… read more here.
Keywords: pregnancy; thailand myanmar; refugee migrant; myanmar border ... See more keywords
Enhancing Respiratory Disease Surveillance to Detect COVID-19 in Shelters for Displaced Persons, Thailand–Myanmar Border, 2020–2021
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DOI: 10.3201/eid2813.220324
Abstract: We developed surveillance guidance for COVID-19 in 9 temporary camps for displaced persons along the Thailand–Myanmar border. Arrangements were made for testing of persons presenting with acute respiratory infection, influenza-like illness, or who met the… read more here.
Keywords: myanmar border; displaced persons; surveillance; covid ... See more keywords