Publications by authors named "U Chotigeat"
Background: Early diagnosis of neonatal sepsis is essential to prevent severe complications and avoid unnecessary use of antibiotics. The mortality of neonatal sepsis is over 18%in many countries. This study aimed to develop a predictive model for the diagnosis of bacterial late-onset neonatal sepsis.
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- The study investigates the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly Chlamydial infection, among teenage pregnancies in Thailand, prompted by rising rates of early sexual contact.
- Conducted at Rajavithi Hospital with 121 participants, the research utilized questionnaires and urine testing to assess STI rates, revealing an overall prevalence of 28.1% for STIs in this group.
- Key findings indicated that Chlamydial infection was notably higher in those with previous sexual partners, highlighting important risk factors associated with STIs in teenage pregnancy.
Background: Deaths attributed to birth defects are a major cause of infant and under-five mortality as well as lifetime disabilities among those who survive. In Thailand, birth defects contribute to 21% of neonatal deaths. There is currently no systematic registry for congenital anomalies in Thailand.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) is the most serious condition that causes high mortality in term and post term infants. The authors have an experience of using high frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) and inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) for treatment of this condition with a good result. However, due to high cost of iNo, other pulmonary vasodilators have been use.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To evaluate the post-discharge growth, laboratory outcome, neurodevelopment and safety of post-discharge formula in comparison to breast milk.
Material And Method: A prospective cohort of preterm infants, who were discharged on breast milk or post-discharge formula (PDF) were studied. Demographic data, post-discharge growth, laboratory outcome, neurodevelopment and complications were recorded.