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Pneumocystis Carinii (Jirovecii) Pneumonia (Pcp): The Most Common Opportunistic Infection Observed In Hiv/Aids Cases At The University Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Jamaiah Ibrahim
Jamaiah Ibrahim
This retrospective study was conducted among 59 HIV/AIDS patients with opportunistic infections admitted to the University Malaya Medical Centre between 2000 and 2009. Fifty-five point nine percent of cases were Chinese, 25.4% were Malays, 11.9% were Indians and 6.8% were of unknown ethnic origin. The male:female ratio was 2.9:1 (44 males and 15 females). The highest prevalence (38.9%) occurred in the 30-39 year old age group. Men comprised 47.7% and women 53.3%; the majority of both were married. The majority of cases were Malaysians (89.8%) and the rest (10.2%) were immigrants. Most of the patients (18.6%) were non-laborers, followed by …
Prevalence And Zoonotic Potential Of Canine Hookworms In Malaysia, Jamaiah Ibrahim
Prevalence And Zoonotic Potential Of Canine Hookworms In Malaysia, Jamaiah Ibrahim
Jamaiah Ibrahim
Background: Canine hookworm infection is endemic in Southeast Asian countries with a prevalence ranging from 70% to 100%, with zoonotic transmission representing a potentially significant public health concern. However, there are limited data available on the prevalence of canine hookworms in Malaysia. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of hookworm and Ancylostoma species among dogs in Malaysia. Methods: Faecal samples were collected from 221 dogs living in urban areas, rural areas and animal shelters in Selangor. Faecal samples were processed using the formal-ether concentration technique followed by wet mount preparation and iodine staining for the detection of hookworm …