Publications by authors named "Martin Augustine B Borlongan"
Article Synopsis
- Leptospirosis is a significant zoonotic disease prevalent in tropical areas, with severe cases presenting as Weil's syndrome, characterized by jaundice, kidney failure, and bleeding issues; yet, research on liver health in these patients is lacking in Asia.
- The study aims to analyze liver biochemical profiles and ultrasound findings in Filipino adults with confirmed leptospirosis and explore their relationship to severe illness outcomes and mortality.
- Findings revealed elevated bilirubin levels in leptospirosis patients, but only mild increases in liver enzymes; ultrasound results showed normal liver size and structure, while dyspnea was linked to a higher mortality risk.
Objective: To describe patterns of feeding difficulties and behaviors of Filipino children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Methods: An electronic mealtime survey was administered to caregivers of 3- to 9-year-old children diagnosed with ASD in a Philippine tertiary government hospital. Descriptive statistics and correlation analyses between feeding difficulties measured as Mealtime Survey Score, sociodemographic data, and early feeding history were performed.