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  1. Article ; Online: Comparison of concurrent validity of different malnutrition screening tools with the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) among stroke survivors in Malaysia.

    Wong, Hui Jie / Harith, Sakinah / Lua, Pei Lin / Ibrahim, Khairul Azmi

    Scientific reports

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 5189

    Abstract: Individuals with stroke are at high malnutrition risk in both the acute and chronic phases. This study aimed to assess the validity of different malnutrition screening tools for stroke patients in rehabilitation phase. Participants in this study were 304 ...

    Abstract Individuals with stroke are at high malnutrition risk in both the acute and chronic phases. This study aimed to assess the validity of different malnutrition screening tools for stroke patients in rehabilitation phase. Participants in this study were 304 stroke patients from three hospitals in the East-Coast region of Peninsular Malaysia from May-August 2019. The concurrent validity of the Malnutrition Risk Screening Tool-Hospital (MRST-H), Mini Nutritional Assessment-Short Form (MNA-SF), Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST), Malnutrition Universal Screening (MUST) and Nutritional Risk Screening (NRS-2002) was assessed with the diagnostic criteria for malnutrition proposed by the Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM-DCM). Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and the area under the curve were computed. MUST and MRST-H demonstrated good validity regardless of different age groups (> 80% sensitivity and specificity); meanwhile, MST and MNA-SF had fair validity, yet NRS-2002 had poor to fair validity with GLIM-DCM. Only MRST-H and NRS-2002 were significantly correlated with all anthropometric indices, dietary energy intake, and health-related quality of life in both age groups. In conclusion, MRST-H and MUST showed good concurrent validity with GLIM-DCM and can be considered as appropriate malnutrition screening tool in discriminating malnutrition among stroke individuals attending rehabilitation centre in Malaysia regardless of their age groups.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Malaysia/epidemiology ; Leadership ; Quality of Life ; Malnutrition/diagnosis ; Malnutrition/epidemiology ; Mass Screening ; Nutrition Assessment ; Nutritional Status
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-023-31006-y
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  2. Article ; Online: Lipid profiles and lifestyle habits of stroke survivors in the east coast region of peninsular Malaysia: Preliminary findings

    Wong, Hui Jie / Harith, Sakinah / Lua, Pei Lin / Ibrahim, Khairul Azmi

    Nutrition and Health. 2023 Dec., v. 29, no. 4 p.695-705

    2023  

    Abstract: Background: Stroke survivors are at high risk for recurrent cardiovascular events if no prevention strategies are undertaken. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the fasting serum lipid profiles and lifestyle habits in stroke survivors, and the factors ... ...

    Abstract Background: Stroke survivors are at high risk for recurrent cardiovascular events if no prevention strategies are undertaken. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the fasting serum lipid profiles and lifestyle habits in stroke survivors, and the factors associated with suboptimal lipid profiles. Methods: A cross-sectional retrospective study was conducted in three public hospitals in Malaysia. Stroke survivors' data regarding the socio-demographic characteristics, clinical profiles, fasting serum lipid profiles, dietary adherence, and physical activity levels were acquired. Binary logistic regression was used to examine the factors associated with suboptimal lipid goals. Results: A total of 104 stroke survivors were recruited from patients attending the neurology and rehabilitation departments. Only 22% of the stroke survivors attained the targeted low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level (LDL-C < 1.8 mmol/L). Meanwhile, more than two thirds of patients achieved the targeted total cholesterol, triglyceride, and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol goals. Patients with a longer stroke duration (Adjusted odds ratio, AOR 3.33, 95% confidence intervals, CI: 1.09, 10.13, p = 0.034), elevated blood pressure (AOR 4.74, 95% CI: 1.65, 13.62, p = 0.004), chronic kidney disease (AOR 3.30, 95% CI: 1.05, 10.34, p = 0.041), abdominal obesity (AOR 3.14, 95% CI: 1.20, 8.21, p = 0.020), excessive energy intake (AOR 2.72, 95% CI: 1.07, 6.91, p = 0.036), and excessive saturated fatty acids intake (AOR 2.85, 95% CI: 1.02, 7.93, p = 0.045) were significantly associated with suboptimal lipid profiles. Conclusion: The lipid goals attainment was low, particularly the LDL-C levels among Malaysian stroke survivors. Greater efforts are warranted to fully utilise the lipid-lowering therapy and the lifestyle changes in these high-risk patients.
    Keywords blood lipids ; blood pressure ; coasts ; energy intake ; high density lipoprotein cholesterol ; kidney diseases ; lifestyle ; low density lipoprotein cholesterol ; obesity ; odds ratio ; physical activity ; regression analysis ; retrospective studies ; risk ; stroke ; therapeutics ; triacylglycerols ; Malaysia ; lipids ; diet ; cross-sectional studies
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2023-12
    Size p. 695-705.
    Publishing place SAGE Publications
    Document type Article ; Online
    ZDB-ID 603215-1
    ISSN 2047-945X ; 0260-1060
    ISSN (online) 2047-945X
    ISSN 0260-1060
    DOI 10.1177/02601060221097459
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  3. Article ; Online: Possible Sarcopenia and Its Association with Nutritional Status, Dietary Intakes, Physical Activity and Health-Related Quality of Life among Older Stroke Survivors.

    Wong, Hui Jie / Harith, Sakinah / Lua, Pei Lin / Ibrahim, Khairul Azmi

    Annals of geriatric medicine and research

    2022  Volume 26, Issue 2, Page(s) 162–174

    Abstract: Background: Screening for sarcopenia in the stroke population is an emerging concept in research and clinical practice. Therefore, this cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of possible sarcopenia and its associated factors among older ... ...

    Abstract Background: Screening for sarcopenia in the stroke population is an emerging concept in research and clinical practice. Therefore, this cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of possible sarcopenia and its associated factors among older stroke survivors who visited the neurology and rehabilitation departments of three public hospitals in Malaysia.
    Methods: We acquired data on sociodemographic characteristics, clinical profiles, malnutrition risk, dietary intake, physical activity level, and health-related quality of life. Possible sarcopenia was diagnosed in individuals with decreased calf circumference and low handgrip strength, as proposed by the Asia Working Group for Sarcopenia (2019). Finally, we performed descriptive analysis and binary logistic regression.
    Results: Among 196 older adults with stroke (mean± standard deviation of age: 67.60 ± 5.70 years), 42.3% had possible sarcopenia, with a higher prevalence in the more advanced age group (≥70 years). In univariable analysis, possible sarcopenia was significantly associated with anthropometric indices, malnutrition risk, nutrient intake, physical activity level, and health-related quality of life. In multivariable analysis, body mass index (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]=0.57; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.43-0.75) was the only factor associated with possible sarcopenia among individuals aged ≥70 years. Recurrent stroke (AOR=3.48; 95% CI, 1.02-11.92), body mass index (AOR=0.64; 95% CI, 0.54-0.76), and EQ-5D index (AOR=0.15; 95% CI, 0.03-0.78) were significantly associated with possible sarcopenia in the 60-69-year age group.
    Conclusion: The prevalence of possible sarcopenia among community-dwelling older stroke survivors was high. Therefore, we recommend routine screening for possible sarcopenia to ensure early nutritional and exercise intervention.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-21
    Publishing country Korea (South)
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 3035056-6
    ISSN 2508-4909 ; 2508-4798
    ISSN (online) 2508-4909
    ISSN 2508-4798
    DOI 10.4235/agmr.22.0033
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  4. Article: Lipid profiles and lifestyle habits of stroke survivors in the east coast region of peninsular Malaysia: Preliminary findings.

    Wong, Hui Jie / Harith, Sakinah / Lua, Pei Lin / Ibrahim, Khairul Azmi

    Nutrition and health

    2022  Volume 29, Issue 4, Page(s) 695–705

    Abstract: Background: ...

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    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Cholesterol, LDL ; Retrospective Studies ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Malaysia/epidemiology ; Stroke/epidemiology ; Stroke/prevention & control ; Habits ; Life Style
    Chemical Substances Cholesterol, LDL
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 603215-1
    ISSN 2047-945X ; 0260-1060
    ISSN (online) 2047-945X
    ISSN 0260-1060
    DOI 10.1177/02601060221097459
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  5. Article ; Online: A Qualitative Exploration of Weight Loss Experiences through Hypnotherapy.

    Roslim, Nurul Afiedia / Ahmad, Aryati / Mansor, Mardiana / Aung, Myat Moe Thwe / Hamzah, Farrahdilla / Lua, Pei Lin

    The International journal of clinical and experimental hypnosis

    2023  Volume 71, Issue 3, Page(s) 235–249

    Abstract: Hypnotherapy has been gaining recognition as an alternative treatment for excess weight problems. This qualitative study aims to explore individuals' experiences of losing weight through hypnotherapy and their perceived barriers and facilitators for ... ...

    Abstract Hypnotherapy has been gaining recognition as an alternative treatment for excess weight problems. This qualitative study aims to explore individuals' experiences of losing weight through hypnotherapy and their perceived barriers and facilitators for healthy lifestyle changes. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 15 participants (11 women and 4 men; mean age of 23 years) who recorded having lost ≥5% weight after undergoing 3 hypnotherapy sessions previously at a public university in Terengganu, Malaysia. Each interview was audiotaped, transcribed, and analyzed using thematic analysis. The themes that emerged were the usefulness of hypnotherapy, barriers, and facilitators of healthy lifestyle changes. All participants contended that hypnotherapy played a role in their weight-loss journey through increased mindful eating and enhanced motivation to make lifestyle modifications. Barriers to healthy lifestyle changes included high costs of healthy foods and lack of support for healthy food sources in social and family settings. Hypnotherapy is essential as an adjunct tool in assisting weight loss. However, additional efforts are needed to improve support in the weight management journey.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Female ; Young Adult ; Adult ; Obesity/therapy ; Hypnosis ; Weight Loss ; Qualitative Research ; Motivation
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-06-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 218267-1
    ISSN 1744-5183 ; 0020-7144
    ISSN (online) 1744-5183
    ISSN 0020-7144
    DOI 10.1080/00207144.2023.2227237
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  6. Article ; Online: Health-related quality of life profiles and their dimension-specific associated factors among Malaysian stroke survivors: a cross sectional study.

    Wong, Hui Jie / Lua, Pei Lin / Harith, Sakinah / Ibrahim, Khairul Azmi

    Health and quality of life outcomes

    2021  Volume 19, Issue 1, Page(s) 210

    Abstract: Background: Apart from maximizing functional abilities and independence after stroke, improving overall health-related quality of life (HRQoL) should also become part of the stroke treatment and rehabilitation process goals. This study aimed to assess ... ...

    Abstract Background: Apart from maximizing functional abilities and independence after stroke, improving overall health-related quality of life (HRQoL) should also become part of the stroke treatment and rehabilitation process goals. This study aimed to assess the HRQoL profiles and explore the dimension-specific associated factors of HRQoL among stroke survivors.
    Methods: This was a cross-sectional study of stroke survivors attending post-stroke care clinics in three public hospitals in the states of Pahang and Terengganu, Malaysia. The HRQoL was assessed by EuroQol-5 dimension-5 levels. Data on socio-demographic, clinical profiles, malnutrition risk, and physical activity level were collected through an interviewer-administered survey. Descriptive analyses for HRQoL profiles and multiple logistic regression analyses for its associated factors were performed. Crude and adjusted odds ratios were reported.
    Results: A total of 366 stroke survivors were recruited with a mean age of 59 ± 11 years. The most -commonly reported health problems were mobility (85%), followed by usual activities (82%), pain/discomfort (63%), anxiety/depression (51%) and self-care (41%). The mean of the EQ visual analogue scale and the median of the EQ5D summary index was reported at 60.3 ± 14.2 and 0.67 ± 0.37, respectively. Malnutrition risk (mobility, usual activities, and self-care), wheelchair users (self-care and usual activities), speech impairment (usual activities and pain/discomfort), number of stroke episodes (self-care and pain/discomfort), body mass index, physical activity level and types of strokes (usual activities), age and use of a proxy (anxiety/depression), working and smoking status (mobility), were factors associated with either single or multiple dimensions of HRQoL.
    Conclusion: Routine malnutrition screening, tailored program for speech therapy, prevention of recurrent stroke, and physical activity promotion should be addressed and further reinforced in current rehabilitation interventions to improve the HRQoL among stroke survivors in Malaysia.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Aged ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Female ; Health Status ; Humans ; Malaysia ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Quality of Life/psychology ; Stroke/psychology ; Stroke Rehabilitation/methods ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Survivors/psychology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-08-30
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1477-7525
    ISSN (online) 1477-7525
    DOI 10.1186/s12955-021-01847-0
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  7. Article: Knowledge of Medical Students Towards the Re-emergence of Human Monkeypox Virus.

    Raman, Hemalatha / Jamil, Aslinda / Rasheed, Abdur / Abdulrahman Jairoun, Ammar / Lua, Pei Lin / Ibrahim, Umar Idris / Jamshed, Shazia

    Cureus

    2023  Volume 15, Issue 10, Page(s) e46761

    Abstract: Introduction: Declaration of human monkeypox(HMPX) virus as Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised concerns among the public andlack of knowledge is a prominent challenge in curbing this ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Declaration of human monkeypox(HMPX) virus as Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised concerns among the public andlack of knowledge is a prominent challenge in curbing this outbreak. Therefore, assessment ofknowledge level on this outbreak among the medical students is also necessary due to the fact that they are the future healthcare practitioners who will be directly involved in the disease management as well as a major source of knowledge dissemination to the public.
    Aim: The main objective of this study is to assess the knowledge level of medical students at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) regarding the emergence of HMPX. Additionally, the study aims to investigate potential associations between socio-demographic characteristics and knowledge levels, while also identifying factors that predict a high level of knowledge in this context..
    Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among UniSZA undergraduatemedical students from Year 1 to Year 5. A validated questionnaire comprising six socio-demographic variables and 27 knowledge items was shared online. Descriptive statistics, non-parametric tests and multivariate logistic regression were performed using SPSS software.
    Results: A total of 138 medical students out of 300 participated in this study. Overall, the average knowledge score was 73.95% ±4.43, which indicates that the medical students have moderate knowledge level. Nearly half of them had good knowledge level (n= 68; 49.3%), 43 of them had moderate knowledge level (31.2%), and 27 of them had poor knowledge level (19.6%). There was a significant association between knowledge level and two factors: receiving information on HMPX during their education and seniority (P-value < 0.01 and P-value < 0.05, respectively). Besides, received information on HMPX during their education was a significant predicting factor of good knowledge level (P-value = 0.002).
    Conclusion: The knowledge level among the medical students was relatively inadequate.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-09
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.46761
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  8. Article: Health-related quality of life of dialysis patients during early COVID-19 lockdowns: a snapshot from a public hospital in Malaysia.

    Paneerselvam, Ganesh Sritheran / Goh, Khang Wen / Kassab, Yaman Walid / Farrukh, Muhammad Junaid / Goh, Bey Hing / Lua, Pei Lin / Hermansyah, Andi / Ming, Long Chiau

    Frontiers in medicine

    2023  Volume 10, Page(s) 992870

    Abstract: Background: End-stage renal disease is the last stage of chronic kidney disease and can affect the quality of life (QOL) of dialysis patients. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of life and examine its determinants.: Methods: A cross- ... ...

    Abstract Background: End-stage renal disease is the last stage of chronic kidney disease and can affect the quality of life (QOL) of dialysis patients. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of life and examine its determinants.
    Methods: A cross-sectional survey involving patients on dialysis in a tertiary hospital was conducted from July 2020 to September 2020. Demographic data were collected using a predesigned questionnaire. QOL was measured using the 36-item KDQOL questionnaire, and statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS version 25.
    Results: Of the 108 patients, 59 were men and 49 were women, and the mean age was 48.15 ± 15.4 years. The results showed that there was no significant difference in the mean score of all components of health-related quality of life in different types of dialysis. The demographic data, which included age, gender, ethnicity, marital status, education level, occupation, and monthly income, did not significantly affect the QOL of dialysis patients. Patients with a dialysis duration of more than 5 years had a better QOL compared to other groups. Laboratory parameters such as low albumin and low hemoglobin showed a significant correlation with the health-related quality of life of dialysis patients.
    Conclusion: The quality of life among patients on dialysis was impaired, especially in terms of burden of the kidney disease. Hypoalbuminemia and anemia were the two factors that influenced QOL.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-25
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2775999-4
    ISSN 2296-858X
    ISSN 2296-858X
    DOI 10.3389/fmed.2023.992870
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  9. Article: Prevalence and Predictors of Malnutrition Risk among Post-Stroke Patients in Outpatient Setting: A Cross-Sectional Study.

    Wong, Hui Jie / Harith, Sakinah / Lua, Pei Lin / Ibrahim, Khairul Azmi

    The Malaysian journal of medical sciences : MJMS

    2020  Volume 27, Issue 4, Page(s) 72–84

    Abstract: Background: The present study examined the prevalence and predictors of malnutrition risk among post-stroke patients.: Methods: Post-stroke patients who attended the outpatient clinics in three hospitals of Peninsular Malaysia were enrolled in the ... ...

    Abstract Background: The present study examined the prevalence and predictors of malnutrition risk among post-stroke patients.
    Methods: Post-stroke patients who attended the outpatient clinics in three hospitals of Peninsular Malaysia were enrolled in the study. The risk of malnutrition was assessed using the Malnutrition Risk Screening Tool-Hospital. Data including demographic characteristics, clinical profiles, dietary nutrients intake, body mass index (BMI) and hand grip strength were collected during the survey. The crude odds ratio (OR) and adjusted odds ratio (AOR) were reported for univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses, respectively.
    Results: Among 398 patients included in the study, 40% were classified as high-risk for malnutrition. In the multivariable logistic regression, tube feeding (AOR: 13.16, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 3.22-53.77), loss of appetite (AOR: 8.15, 95% CI: 4.71-14.12), unemployment (AOR: 4.26, 95% CI: 1.64-11.12), wheelchair-bound (AOR: 2.23, 95% CI: 1.22-4.09) and BMI (AOR: 0.87, 95% CI: 0.82-0.93) were found to be significant predictors of malnutrition risk among stroke patients.
    Conclusion: The risk of malnutrition is highly prevalent among post-stroke patients. Routine nutritional screening, identification of risk factors, and continuous monitoring of dietary intake and nutritional status are highly recommended even after the stroke patient is discharged.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-08-19
    Publishing country Malaysia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2197205-9
    ISSN 2180-4303 ; 1394-195X
    ISSN (online) 2180-4303
    ISSN 1394-195X
    DOI 10.21315/mjms2020.27.4.7
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  10. Article ; Online: The role of complementary indigenous Malay therapies: perspectives from palliative care patients.

    Lua, Pei Lin

    Journal of complementary & integrative medicine

    2011  Volume 8

    Abstract: Although the popularity of complementary indigenous Malay therapies (CIMT) in general healthcare is undeniable in the Malaysian context today, their usage within the palliative care scenarios remains unexplored. Our study was specifically embarked to ... ...

    Abstract Although the popularity of complementary indigenous Malay therapies (CIMT) in general healthcare is undeniable in the Malaysian context today, their usage within the palliative care scenarios remains unexplored. Our study was specifically embarked to determine CIMT’s usage pattern, reasons, attitudes, beliefs, perceptions and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) differences (users vs. non-users) in a sample of hospice-based palliative patients in Selangor, Malaysia. From the 39 consenting patients (mean age = 56 years; female = 56.4 percent; Malay = 53.8 percent), 38.5 percent were users of CIMT. Dried medicinal roots, herbs and sea cucumber products were the most preferred types of CIMT (53.3 percent). The most common reason cited for usage was because these were "easier and simpler to be administered" (46.7 percent). Although users' attitudes, beliefs and perceptions were more favourable than the non-users, between 30.0-73.3 percent of users remained unsure or had no knowledge regarding CIMT. They also exhibited significantly poorer Physical Symptoms than the non-users (p=0.006), a probable motive for seeking CIMT in the first place. Despite the small sample size, the findings provided some insight into the role of CIMT especially with regard to usage trends and overall well-being among the terminally-ill, of which healthcare professionals should constantly be vigilant of amidst their routine care responsibilities.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Asian Continental Ancestry Group/psychology ; Asian Continental Ancestry Group/statistics & numerical data ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Female ; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice ; Hospices/methods ; Humans ; Malaysia ; Male ; Medicine, East Asian Traditional/methods ; Medicine, East Asian Traditional/psychology ; Medicine, East Asian Traditional/utilization ; Middle Aged ; Neoplasms/therapy ; Palliative Care/methods ; Prospective Studies ; Quality of Life ; Socioeconomic Factors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2011-01
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2197618-1
    ISSN 1553-3840 ; 2194-6329
    ISSN (online) 1553-3840
    ISSN 2194-6329
    DOI 10.2202/1553-3840.1369
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