Covid VT – 2022

This document is a research article that presents the findings of a study on the effects of pre-operative isolation on postoperative pulmonary complications after elective surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study included over 96,000 patients from 114 countries and found that pre-operative isolation was associated with a small but clinically important increased risk of…

This document is a research article published in the Sri Lanka Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. It focuses on the knowledge, attitudes, and behavior of Public Health Midwives (PHMM) in an urban district in Sri Lanka regarding cervical cytology screening. The study aims to assess the PHMM’s knowledge on screening methods for cervical carcinoma, their…

This document is a research article published in the British Journal of Surgery. It presents the findings of a systematic review and co-prioritization process conducted to identify interventions that can reduce the environmental impact of operating theatres on a global scale. The study involved healthcare professionals from 132 countries and aimed to generate a ranked…

This document is a research paper published in the Galle Medical Journal in March 2018. The study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding postpartum contraception among postnatal mothers. The research was conducted at Teaching Hospital Mahamodara in Galle, Sri Lanka, and involved 300 postnatal mothers. The findings reveal that the overall knowledge…

This document is a guideline issued by the Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (SLCOG) on postnatal care during a hospital stay. It provides recommendations and best practices for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for postnatal mothers and newborns. The guideline covers various aspects of postnatal care, including monitoring vital parameters, pain management,…

This document is a case report published in the Sri Lanka Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. It describes a rare case of type III Von Willebrand disease in a woman of reproductive age. The case history, clinical presentation, and management of the patient are discussed. The document also provides information on the different types of…