• Identification of dengue patients with high risk of severe disease, using early clinical and laboratory features, in a resource-limited setting 

  Niriella, M.A; Liyanage, I.K; Udeshika, A; Liyanapathirana, K.V; De Silva, A.P; De Silva, H.J (2020)

  Only a minority of dengue infections lead to plasma leakage (critical phase [CP]). Early identification of the risk for CP is helpful for triage of patients. This study aimed to identify early clinical predictors of CP ...
• Identification of dengue patients with high risk of severe disease, using early clinical and laboratory features, in a resource-limited setting 

  Niriella, M.A; Liyanage, I.K; Udeshika, A; Liyanapathirana, K.V; De Silva, A.P; De Silva, H.J (2020)

  Only a minority of dengue infections lead to plasma leakage (critical phase [CP]). Early identification of the risk for CP is helpful for triage of patients. This study aimed to identify early clinical predictors of CP ...
• Emotional intelligence and academic performance of medical undergraduates; a cross-sectional study in a selected university in Sri Lanka 

  Wijekoon, C.N.; Amaratunge, H.; Silva, Y.D.; Senanayake, S.; Jayawardane, P.; Senarath, U. (BMC Medical Education, 2017)

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• Anti-Hyperglycaemic Effects of Herbal Porridge Made of Scoparia Dulcis Leaf Extract in Diabetics - A Randomized Crossover Clinical Trial 

  Senadheera, S.P.A.S.; Ekanayake, S.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (BioMed Central, 2015)

  Background: Leaf extracts of Scoparia dulcis, is used as a herbal remedy by diabetics worldwide. Fresh Scoparia dulcis porridge elicited a low glycaemic index (GI) and anti-hyperglycaemic effects when fed to diabetic Wistar ...
• Pharmacology to Reduce Possible Risks of Hormonal Contraception 

  Wanigatunge, C.A. (Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, Colombo 08, 2015-08-21)

  Unintended pregnancies are a substantial social problem worldwide. Hormonal contraceptives are an essential tool in preventing such pregnancies. Women today have access to a multitude of hormonal contraceptive methods but ...
• Availability, Price and Affordability of Essential Medicines for Selected Non Communicable Diseases in Sri Lanka 

  Dabare, P.R.L.; Wanigatunge, C.A.; Beneragama, B.V.S.H. (Pharmaceutical Society of Sri Lanka, Colombo 07, 2015-08)

  Access to medicines is a universal human right. Availability and affordability are preconditions for the universal access. The objective was to investigate the availability and affordability of essential medicines (EMs) ...
• Appropriateness of Medications in Prescriptions of Elderly Patients in a Selected Area and in a Selected Government Hospital 

  Premadasa, S.P.K.; Siripala, U.G.S.; Samaranayake, N.R.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (Pharmaceutical Society of Sri Lanka, Colombo 07, 2015-08-01)

  Elderly are more vulnerable to inappropriate prescriptions. The objective of this study was to assess the appropriateness of medicines in prescriptions among elderly patients in the community and hospital setting. The ...
• Knowledge and Practices on Follow Up Care among Kidney Transplant Recipients of a Selected Nephrology Unit 

  Sameera, A.G.L.A.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, 2015-11-05)

  Chronic kidney disease is a universal problem. In end stage renal disease, patients require renal replacement therapy which includes renal transplant. Following transplantation, patients require strict adherence to life ...
• Knowledge and Practices on Follow Up Care among Kidney Transplant Recipients from a Selected Nephrology Unit 

  Sameera, A.G.L.A.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (Ceylon College of Physicians, Rajagiriya, 2015-09)

  Objectives: To assess knowledge and practices on follow up care among kidney transplant recipients from a selected nephrology unit in Sri Lanka. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was carried out. All post ...
• Pre and Post-Operative Total Antioxidant Capacity and Development of Post-Operative Infections in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patients 

  Bandara, E.M.S.; Ekanayake, S.; Kapuruge, A.D.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Ratmalana, 2015-07-27)

  Amplified inflammatory response is a major pathophysiological challenge in sepsis. Systemic inflammatory conditions increase both endothelial cells and neutrophil activity which in turn increase oxygen derived free radicals. ...
• Appropriateness of Medication Used among the Elderly in the Community Setting to Improve Medication Safety 

  Premadasa, S.P.K.; Siripala, U.G.S.; Samaranayake, N.R.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, 2015-04)

  Objective: To assess the appropriateness of medication used among the elderly in a community setting and to identify issues related to medication safety in a community setting. Methods: The study-was conducted in a selected ...
• The Access to Essential Medicines for Selected Non Communicable Diseases in Sri Lanka 

  Dabare, P.R.L.; Wanigatunge, C.A.; Beneragama, B.V.S.H. (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, 2015-04)

  Objectives: To investigate the availability and affordability of essential medicines (EM) prescribed to treat hypertension, acute coronary syndrome (ACS), asthma and diabetes in public and private sectors of Sri Lanka. Methods: ...
• Consumption Patterns of Animal and High Fat Food Items by Patients with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) 

  Bandara, E.M.S.; Ekanayake, S.; Kapuruge, A.D.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (University of Ruhuna, Matara, 2015-01-22)

  Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is a leading cause of premature deaths in Sri Lanka. Blood lipid abnormalities, hypertension, diabetes, and obesity are some of the modifiable risk factors of CAD. Poor dietary habits are ...
• Relationship between Pre and Post-Operative Albumin Concentrations and Development of Post-Operative Infections in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Patients 

  Bandara, E.M.S.; Ekanayake, S.; Kapuruge, A.D.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (University of Ruhuna, Matara, 2015-01-22)

  Low concentration of pre operative albumin increases the risk of development of infection following cardiac surgeries. However, this relationship has not been studied in Sri Lankan patients. The objective of this study was ...
• Medication Errors in Medical Wards of a Base Hospital in Sri Lanka 

  Thirumagal, M.I.; Ahamedbari, M.A.R.; Samaranayake, N.R.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (Ceylon College of Physicians, Rajagiriya, 2015-09)

  Objectives: Medication errors affects patient safety. Study on medication errors may help to prevent them. We aimed to assess the frequency and types of prescribing errors and some selected drug administration errors among ...
• Antibiotic Utilization in General Medical Units in a Tertiary Care Institution 

  Fernando, G.V.M.C.; Ratnasekera, I.U.; Perera, M.S.D.; Wanigatunge, C.A. (Ceylon College of Physicians, Rajagiriya, 2015-09)

  Objectives: To ascertain the use and appropriateness of antibiotics used in medical wards at a selected tertiary care institution using available national guidelines Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was ...
• A Case of Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide Poisoning and a Review of Complications and Their Management 

  Liyanage, Isurujith K.; Navinari, Mitrakrishnan R.; Pathirana, A.C.A.; Herath, H.R.I.S.; Yudhishdran, Jevon; Fernandopulle, Nilesh; Kulatunga, Aruna (2016-02-03)

  Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP) is a highly toxic clear liquid used as a solvent. It is a strong oxidizing agent and a corrosive. Acute and chronic toxicity can occur as an occupational hazard. Ingestion is associated ...
• The Quality of Outpatient Primary Care in Public and Private Sectors in Sri Lanka-How Well Do Patient Perceptions Match Reality and What Are the Implications 

  Rannan-Eliya, Ravindra P; Wijemanne, Nilmini; Liyanage, Isuru K; Jayanthan, Janaki; Dalpatadu, Shanti; Amarasinghe, Sarasi; Anuranga, Chamara (Oxford University Press, 2016-02-03)

  To compare the quality of clinical care and patient satisfnction in public and private outpatient primary care services in Sri Lanka. Methods A prospective, cross-sectional comparison was done by direct observation ...
• A Cross Sectional Survey on Social, Cultural and Economic Determinants of Obesity in a Low Middle Income Setting 

  De Silva, Ambepitiyawaduge Pubudu; De Silva, Sudirikku Hennadige Padmal; Haniffi, Rashan; Liyanaqe, Isurujith Kongala; Jayasinqhe, Kosala Saroj Amarasiri; Katulanda, Prasad; Wijeratne, Chandrika Neelakanthi; Wijeratne, Sumedha; Rajapakse, Lalini Chandika (2016-02-03)

  Introduction: Obesity is an increasing problem in South Asian countries and Sri Lanka is no exception. The socioeconomic determinants of obesity in Sri Lanka, and in neighbouring countries are inadequately described. ...

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