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Aspergillus Species: An Emerging Pathogen in Onychomycosis among Diabetics

Wijesuriya, T.M.; Kottahachchi, J.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Bulugahapitiya, U.; Ranasinghe, K.N.P.; Fernando, S.S.N.; Weerasekara, M.M. (Wolters Kluwer- Medknow, 2015-11-04)

Introduction: Approximately, 33% patients with diabetes are afflicted with onychomycosis. In the past, nondermatophyte molds have been regarded as opportunistic pathogens; recently, Aspergillus species are considered as ...
Helicobacter pylori, Risk Factors and Resistance to Clarithromycin among Dyspeptic Patients in Patients in Sri Lanka

Fernando, S.S.N.; Ubayawardene, N.; Weerasekera, M.M.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Athukorale, D.; Weerasekera, D. (Global Research & Development Services, Bangkok, 2015-01-05)

Infection with H. pylori is considered a major cause of chronic gastritis peptic ulcer disease and gastric cancer. More than half of the world population is infected with H. pylori and a 70% prevalence has been reported ...
Molecular Epidemiology, Serology and Clinical Presentation of Leptospirosis in Sri Lanka

Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Bandara, A.W.M.K.; Weerasekara, M.M.; Ranasinghe, K.N.P.; Marasinghe, C.; Fernando, S.S.N. (Global Research & Development Services, Bangkok, 2015-01-05)

Introduction: Leptospirosis is a major public health problem in Sri Lanka. Clinical presentation of leptospirosis has been shown to vary in different geographical locations and outbreaks, which could be associated with ...
Molecular Epidemiology of Leptospirosis in Western and Southern Provinces in Sri Lanka

Bandara, A.W.M.K.K.; Weerasekera, M.M.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Ranasinghe, K.N.P.; Marasinghe, M.G.C.P.; Dikmadugoda, N.; Jayalath, M.P.K.; Gunapala, A.; Fernando, S.S.N. (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, 2015-04-01)

Objective: The present study investigated the molecular epidemiology of leptospirosis in selected provinces in Sri Lanka Methods: A prospective study was carried out between January 2013 to 2014. Adult patients with ...
Analysis of Ultrasound Scan Findings in Neonates with Increased Risk Factors for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

Gamage, M.; Rupasinghe, D. (Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians, 2015)

BACKGROUND Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) refers to an abnormal ratio between femoral head and acetabulum in neonates. There are well known risk factors for DDH like breech presentation, oligohydramnios, and ...
Molecular Characterisation and Disease Severity of Leptospirosis in Sri Lanka

Bandara, K.K.; Weerasekera, M.; Gunasekara, C.P.; Ranasinghe, N.; Marasinghe, C.; Fernando, N. (2015)

Leptospirosis is a re-emerging zoonotic disease all over the world, important in tropical and subtropical areas. A majority of leptospirosis infected patients present as subclinical or mild disease while 5-10% may develop ...
Detection of Clarithromycin-Resistant Helicobacter Pylori Strains in a Dyspeptic Patient Population in Sri Lanka by Polymerase Chain Reaction-Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism

Ubhayawardana, N.L.; Weerasekera, M.M.; Weerasekera, D.; Samarasinghe, K.; Gunasekera, C.P.; Fernando, N. (Medknow, 2015)

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the proportion of common clarithromycin-resistant mutation types present in the 23S ribosomal ribonucleic acid (rRNA) gene of H. pylori strains in Sri Lanka. Settings and ...
Evaluation of Bactericidai Effect of Three Antiseptics on Bacteria Isolated from Wounds

Kumara, D.U.A.; Fernando, S.S.N.; Kottahachchi, J.; Dissanayake, D.M.B.T.; Athukorala, G.I.D.D.A.D.; Chandrasiri, N.S.; Damayanthi, K.W.N.; Hemarathne, M.H.S.L.; Pathirana, A.A. (MA Healthcare Ltd., 2015-01)

• Objective: Antiseptics are widely used in wound management to prevent or treat wound infections due to their proven wound healing properties regardless of their cytotoxicity. The objective of thisstudy was to determine ...
Aspergillus Species: An Emerging Pathogen in Onychomycosis among Diabetics

Wijesuriya, T.M.; Kottahachchi, J.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Bulugahapitiya, U.; Rajasinghe, K.N.P.; Fernando, S.S.N.; Weerasekera, M.M. (Wolters Kluwer- Medknow, 2015-12)

Approximately, 33% patients with diabetes are afflicted with onychomycosis. In the past, nondermatophyte molds have been regarded as opportunistic pathogens; recently, Aspergillus species are considered as emerging pathogens ...
Superficial Fungal Foot Infections: Aetiology and Risk Factors among Diabetic Patients in Sri Lanka

Weerasekera, M.M.; Wijesooriya, T.M.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Bulugahapitiya, U.; Kottahachchi, J.; Fernando, S.S.N. (Global Research & Development Services, Bangkok, 2015-01-05)

Superficial fungal foot infection (SFFI) in diabetic patients increases the risk of developing serious sequlae such as the diabetic foot syndrome which may lead to limb amputation and other life threatening complications. ...
Risk of Onychomycosis in Diabetic Patients in Colombo South Teaching Hospital

Wijesuriya, T.M.; Kottahachchi, J.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Bulugahapitiya, U.; Ranasinghe, K.N.P.; Fernando, S.S.N.; Weerasekera, M.M. (Endocrine Society of Sri Lanka, 2015-10-01)

INTRODUCTION: Onychomycosis accounts for about a half of all nail abnormalities. Approximately 33% patients with diabetes are suffering with onychomycosis. In Sri Lanka the prevalence of onychomycosis among diabetics is ...
Evaluation of the Association between Use of Medical Devices and Duration of Hospitalization with Health Care Associated Infections in a Tertiary Care Hospital

Dilrukshi, K.S.; Marapana, M.B.M.R.D.T.; Bandara, M.G.S.D.; Weerasekara, M.M.; Kottahachchi, J. (Sri Lanka College of Microbiologists, Colombo 07, 2015-08)

Objectives 1. To evaluate the association between the use of medical devices and duration of hospitalization which predispose to health care associate infections (HCAIs) in a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka 2. To ...
Emergence of Human West Nile Virus Infection in Sri Lanka

Lohitharajah, J.; Malavige, G.N.; Chua, A.J.S.; Ng, M.L.; Arambepola, C.; Chang, T. (BioMed Central, 2015-08-20)

Background: West Nile virus (WNV) has emerged as one of the most common causes of epidemic meningoencephalitis worldwide. Most human infections are asymptomatic. However, neuroinvasive disease characterized by ...
Comparison of Three Skin Disinfectant Solutions Used for Skin Preparation Prior to Spinal and Epidural Anaesthetic Procedures in Parturients at De Soyza Maternity Hospital and Castle Street Hospital for Women

Kudavidanage, B.P.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Fernando, S.S.N.; Meedin, D.F.D.; Abayadeera, A. (2015-07-14)
In Vitro Study to Determine Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Ayurvedic Preparations against Bacteria and Fungi Causing Superficial Skin Infections

Gomes, P.L.R.; Hewageegana, S.; Kottahachchi, J.; Athukorala, G.I.D.D.A.D.; Weerasekera, M.M.; Gunasekera, T.D.C.P.; Dissanayake, D.M.B.T.; Meedin, D.F.D.; Fernando, S.S.N. (2015-07-14)

The increasing antimicrobial resistance exhibited by microorganisms causing superficial skin infections has led to extensive research on the therapeutic potential of Ayurvedic preparations. Medicinal plants contain many ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Hand Hygiene among Final Year Medical and Nursing Students at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Ariyaratne, M.H.J.D.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Weerasekara, M.M.; Kottahachchi, J.; Kudavidanage, B.P.; Fernando, S.S.N. (2015-07-14)

Effective hand hygiene is essential for reducing healthcare associated infections. However, compliance of healthcare workers to hand hygiene guidelines are reportedly poor. It is important therefore to instill adequate ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Hand Hygiene among ICU Staff in Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital

Kudavidnange, B.P.; Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Hapuarachchi, S. (2015-07-14)

lntroduction : Hand hygiene practices of health care workers has been shown to be an effective measure in preventing hospital acquired infections. Methodology : We carried out a study to assess the knowledge, attitudes, ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding Dengue Fever in a Suburban Community in Sri Lanka

Gunasekara, T.D.C.P.; Velathanthiri, V.G.N.S.; Weerasekara, M.M.; Fernando, S.S.N.; Peelawattage, M.; Guruge, D.; Fernando, S. (2015-07-14)

Dengue is a major public health concern in Sri Lanka. In the recent dengue epidemics, majority of cases of dengue were reported from the Colombo district. To determine the knowledge attitudes and practices (KAP) regarding ...
Bacterial Contamination of Anaesthetists Hands, Personal Mobile Phones and Wrist Watches used during Theatre Sessions

Gunasekara, T. D.C. P.; Kudavidanage, B. P.; Peelawattage, M.K.; Meedin, F.; Guruge, L. D.; Nanayakkara, G.; Nanayakkara, M.; Fernando, S.S.N. (2015-07-14)
Dengue Rapid Strip Test - A Sri Lankan Experience

Gunasekera, K.M.; Senanayake, C.P.; Mendis, L. (2015-05-15)

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