Original Articles

The Incidence of Cardiac Lesions among Children with Down’s Syndrome in Jamaica - A Prospective Study

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 7: Dec (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.216

Pages:

693–7

Synopsis:

The incidence of Down's syndrome in Jamaica is similar to the reported international experience. The distribution of cardiac malformations is similar to other countries, except for the higher incidence of congenital heart disease and a higher incidence of combined lesions.

ABSTRACT

Objectives: This study aimed to define the incidence of Down’s syndrome and to describe the epidemiology of cardiac lesions in Jamaican children with Down’s syndrome.

Study Design: A prospective study was conducted on 53 infants during the period January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007, at the Bustamante Hospital for Children, Kingston, Jamaica. A medical history, physical examination and echo Doppler was performed on each child.

Received:

28 Nov, 2013

Accepted:

11 Dec, 2013

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Keywords:

African decent

atrioventricular septal defect

congenital heart defect

Journal Authors:

C Scott

M Thame

e-Published: 26 Aug, 2014

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Cutaneous Malignant Melanoma in Jamaica, 1958 to 2007

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 7: Dec (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.265

Pages:

717–20

Synopsis:

In Jamaica, cutaneous malignant melanoma is commoner in females, but the incidence is low in both genders. The commonest anatomical site is the lower limb, particularly the foot. These findings are in keeping with those documented in other Black populations.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To document the epidemiology of cutaneous malignant melanoma (CMM) in Jamaica over the 50-year period, 1958–2007.

Received:

20 Sep, 2013

Accepted:

24 Feb, 2014

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e-Published: 26 Aug, 2014

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Physicians’ Knowledge of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Guidelines and Current Certification Status at the University Hospital of the West Indies, Jamaica

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 7: Dec (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.267

Pages:

739–43

Synopsis:

Physician knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) protocols was suboptimal and current certification levels were low at the University Hospital of the West Indies. Increased training and recertification is necessary to improve physician knowledge, which is expected to result in improved performance of CPR.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To determine physicians’ knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) guidelines at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI), Jamaica, and their current certification status in basic life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), Paediatric life support (PALS) and advanced trauma life support (ATLS).

Received:

08 Oct, 2013

Accepted:

04 Mar, 2014

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Keywords:

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification

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e-Published: 26 Aug, 2014

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HIV-1 Antiretroviral Drug Resistance in Pregnant Women in Jamaica: A Preliminary Report

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 6: Oct (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2014.016

Pages:

596–600

Synopsis:

This study sought to provide insight into the genetic diversity associated with HIV drug resistance. This was investigated by analysing the genome of the HIV found in pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Kingston, Jamaica.

ABSTRACT

Received:

03 Feb, 2014

Accepted:

01 Apr, 2014

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Keywords:

reverse transcriptase

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e-Published: 21 Aug, 2014

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Hypertension and Diabetes Prevalence in Older Persons in Jamaica, 2012

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 5: Sep (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2014.065

Pages:

416–23

Synopsis:

The prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) including diabetes and hypertension in the older Jamaican population has significantly increased over the last 20 years. Immediate, short-term activities that target the individual are necessary if NCDs are to be prevented and/or be properly controlled.

ABSTRACT

Received:

12 Mar, 2014

Accepted:

27 Mar, 2014

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Keywords:

Hypertension

diabetes

non-communicable diseases

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e-Published: 14 Aug, 2014

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The Anti-cancer Activity of Vernonia divaricata Sw against Leukaemia, Breast and Prostate Cancers In Vitro

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 4: Aug (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.232

Pages:

285–8

Synopsis:

The crude hexane and methanol extracts of V divaricata exhibited anti-proliferation activity and as such, it is a potential drug for cancer chemotherapy and prevention.

ABSTRACT

Background: Vernonia divaricata is one of five endemic Vernonia species of Jamaica. The ethno-medicinal uses of other species have been established, however, scientific validation of this species has not yet been done and as such this paper is aimed at identifying the anti-cancer activity of V divaricata against leukaemia, breast and prostate cancer cell lines.

Received:

14 Aug, 2013

Accepted:

16 Oct, 2013

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e-Published: 21 Jul, 2014

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The Impact of Trans-thoracic Ultrasound on Cardiac Injuries

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 3: Emergency Medicine (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.319

Pages:

258–61

Synopsis:

his review demonstrates that cardiac injuries remain lethal, diagnosis is largely clinical and trans-thoracic ultrasound may be over-utilized, having little impact on clinical outcome of patients presenting with this injury.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To determine the impact of trans-thoracic ultrasound (TTUS) in patients with chest trauma and potential cardiac injuries and to determine the outcome of patients with cardiac injury detected on TTUS.

Received:

15 Nov, 2013

Accepted:

24 Feb, 2014

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e-Published: 17 Jul, 2014

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Can We Afford Total Joint Replacements in Jamaica?

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 6: Oct (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2014.013

Pages:

638–40

Synopsis:

This article looks at the cost of both primary and revision joint replacement and questions whether we can afford such cost locally without adequate insurance coverage and the availability of bone locally.

INTRODUCTION

Received:

03 Feb, 2014

Accepted:

28 Feb, 2014

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e-Published: 14 Jul, 2014

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Child Sexual Abuse and Continuous Influence of Cultural Practices: A Review

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 6: Oct (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2013.246

Pages:

634–7

Synopsis:

Child sexual abuse associated with cultural practices is no longer regional bound as a result of migration and transcultural marriages. The orientation toward group, family structure, and conformity to norms and the issue of shame continue to play a major role in reporting practices.

ABSTRACT

Received:

05 Sep, 2013

Accepted:

17 Oct, 2013

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About the Foreskin: Parents’ Perceptions and Misconceptions

Issue:

Vol 63, Issue 5: Sep (2014)

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2012.251

Pages:

484–9

Synopsis:

The results of this study highlight that there is a lot of misunderstanding and ignorance of the facts relating to the function of the foreskin in children. There is an obvious need for better parent education.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To determine parents’ understanding of the foreskin, in an effort to improve parent education.

Received:

10 Sep, 2012

Accepted:

17 Dec, 2012

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Keywords:

perception