Role of primary prophylaxis in preventing variceal bleeding in children with gastroesophageal varices.

Background: Primary endoscopic prophylaxis in pediatric gastroesophageal varices is not universally practiced. We aimed to determine the role of primary endoscopic prophylaxis in preventing variceal bleeding in gastroesophageal varices in children.

Methods: We reviewed all children with gastroesophageal varices seen in our unit from 2000 to 2019.

Low prevalence of infantile functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in a multi-ethnic Asian population.

Background: Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are common in children. The prevalence of FGIDs varies across the world but is unknown in Malaysia. We aimed to investigate the prevalence of FGIDs in healthy Malaysian infants.

Understanding patients' and caregivers' perspectives and educational needs in Parkinson's disease: a multi-ethnic Asian study.

Introduction: Little is known regarding the educational needs and perspectives of people living with Parkinson's disease (PD), particularly in Asia.

Objective: To assess knowledge and perceptions regarding PD in a large multiethnic urban Asian cohort of patients and caregivers.

Methods: We conducted a survey at a university hospital neurology clinic, using a novel Knowledge and Perception of Parkinson's Disease Questionnaire (KPPDQ).