MedPharmRes

About MedPharmRes

The University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City (UMP) is pleased to announce its first international journal MedPharmRes (Publication permit 121a/GP-BTTTT of March 23, 2017 by the Ministry of Information and Communications of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam). MedPharmRes is proud to be an international open access peer reviewed journal that delivers cutting edge research in various aspects of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and other health sciences. Our vision is that MedPharmRes will be indexed in ISI and PubMed with an impact factor > 2.0 within two to three years.
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Correlation of the Fugl Meyer assessment, Motricity Index and Barthel Index scales in the assessment of rehabilitation in post-stroke patients

Duong Thi Huong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):1-10.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.1

Introduction: Measuring scales are an indispensable tool in rehabilitation interventions, especially when you want to intervene with Traditional medicine methods on post-stroke patients. Appropriate scales are a prerequisite to assessing treatment response, the degree of recovery, and the value of the intervention method. The Barthel Index (BI) is a common scale used to measure activity function (activities of daily living - ADL), while the Fugl Meyer Assessment (FMA) and Motricity Index (MI) are commonly used scales to measure motor function. ...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Evaluation of postoperative analgesic effect of auricular acupuncture therapy after surgical extraction of mandibular third molar

Minh Man Pham Bui, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):11-18.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.2

Introduction: Removing the third molar is a common dental surgery that often results in swelling and discomfort, impacting the patient’s wellbeing. Previous studies have shown that auricular acupuncture (AA) can effectively alleviate pain after surgery. This study aimed to assess the pain-relieving benefits of AA for patients undergoing third molar surgery. Methods: A clinical trial using a split-mouth design and double-blind methodology was conducted at the Dental Clinic of the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh city between ...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Efficacy of auricular acupuncture combined with electro-acupuncture and physiotherapy exercise in motor rehabilitation after ischemic stroke

Duong Thi Huong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):19-29.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.3

Introduction: Auricular acupuncture (AA) is a method of Traditional Medicine that has been used for a long time to treat many diseases, including stroke. This study aimed to examine the effect of auricular acupuncture combined with electro-acupuncture and physiotherapy exercise in the motor rehabilitation of patients with ischemic stroke. Methods: 128 patients after ischemic stroke participated in this RCT, then were randomly assigned to either the AA-study group (auricular acupuncture combined with electro-acupuncture and conventional therapy)...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

An investigation of the change in facial pain threshold after auricular acupuncture in healthy volunteers: a pilot study

Minh Man Pham Bui, Ngoc Chau Le, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):30-40.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.4

Introduction: Auricular Acupuncture (AA) is both a diagnostic method and a treatment used to relieve pain and alleviate addictions. The effects and biological mechanisms of AA on the human body have been increasingly observed in clinical and experimental studies based on the gate control theory and the endogenous opioids theory. The purpose of this study was to investigate changes in facial pain thresholds among healthy volunteers after applying AA to acupoints on both auricles. Methods: This was a pilot study with a crossover randomized contro...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

ADAMTSL3 - a potential direct target of miR-144-3p in chondrocyte cell

Phuong Thi Bich Ho, Quan Dang Nguyen, Tram Thi Kim Pham, Anh Ha Nam Tang, Linh Thi Truc Le

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):41-47.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.5

The miR-144-3p was discovered to upregulate in osteoarthritis. However, the function of this molecule is still poorly understood. Identification of microRNA target genes could shed a light on miRNA functions. In this project, we aim to identify a direct target of miR-144-3p. Potential targets of miR-144-3p were predicted by bioinformatic algorithms. Expression of ADAMTSL3 in miRNA-144-3p gain-and- loss- of function experiment was quantified by Realtime-PCR. Next, the 3’UTR of ADAMTSL3 containing miR-144-3p-binding sites was subcloned in the 3...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Reliability and validity of the Vietnamese menopause rating scale

Hanh Thi My Nguyen, Nga Thi Tuyet Tran, Ha Minh Nguyen, Dung Van Do

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):48-55.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.6

Introduction: The menopause rating scale (MRS) has been proven to be a reliable tool for quantifying the impact of menopausal symptoms and aiding clinicians in prescribing appropriate treatments worldwide. However, the Vietnamese-MRS (VN-MRS) has not been developed. This research aimed to evaluate the reliability and validity of the VN-MRS, and identify factors that are associated with menopausal symptoms in women aged 50 to 59. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted on a sample of 200 women aged 50 - 59 years in Vietnam from February 20...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Cross-sectional study of self-report of health issues in patients who had recovered from moderate-severe COVID-19 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Nguyen Ngoc Tran, Khoa Quy, Huy Ngoc Pham, Khanh Trinh Ngoc Van, Hoang Nguyen Vu Ung, Tung Huy Pham, Viet Quoc Cao, Lan Ngoc Vuong

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):56-66.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.7

Introduction: There is increasing recognition that acute coronavirus disease (COVID-19) can be followed by a period of long-term symptoms (“long COVID” or post-COVID-19 syndrome [PCS]). This study investigated health issues in patients who had recovered from moderate-severe COVID-19 in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Methods: This cross-sectional study utilized a questionnaire and telephone interviews in patients with confirmed COVID-19 who were treated in hospital between July 27 and September 15, 2021. The questionnaire gathered d...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Development and validation of HPLC method for simultaneous determination of amlodipine besylate, telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide in combined tablets

Hien Thi Thu Nguyen, Tho Van Duong, Dung Thanh Phan

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):67-74.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.8

Introduction: A combination of three active ingredients amlodipine besylate, telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide has been used and proven effective in the treatment of hypertension in patients with moderate to severe hypertension, while it contributes to a reduction in product costs and increases patient compliance. However, there are no monographs in pharmacopoeias for the simultaneous quantification of these three active ingredients. Therefore, in order to contribute to the establishment of an in-house specification for domestic generic drugs...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

The role of smear microscopy of induced sputum and bronchoalveolar lavage in the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis in patients with initial smear-negative: A prospective study

Ngoc Minh Duong, Khoa Dang Nguyen, Nguyen Ngoc Tran, Vu Thuong Le

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):75-81.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.9

Introduction: Several studies have compared the diagnostic value of sputum induction (SI) with flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy (FOB) in diagnosing pulmonary tuberculosis; however, these investigations yield an inconsistent conclusion. This study aims to evaluate the role of acid-fast bacilli (AFB) testing of SI and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) samples in suspected pulmonary tuberculosis cases. Methods: A prospective study was conducted at the Department of Pulmonary in Cho Ray Hospital (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam) between October 2020 and May 2...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

The traditional medicine patterns in GERD patients at University Medical Center HCMC: a cross-sectional survey

Tin Trong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):82-86.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.10

Background: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a prevalent condition with growing interest in traditional medicine (TM) treatment. However, there is a dearth of TM epidemiological data on GERD in Vietnam. This study aimed to examine the prevalence of TM patterns and evaluate their association with the severity of GERD to lay the groundwork for clinical practice. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the University Medical Center Ho Chi Minh City, from December 2021 to May 2022. GERD patients diagnosed by gastroenterologist...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

3D-printed inlays with different cavity depths impact intraoral-scanner’s accuracy in-vitro

Hieu Nguyen Minh Tran, Anh Trung Duy Nguyen, Trang Thi Ngoc Tran, Khoa Dang Nguyen, Nam Cong Nhat Huynh

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):87-94.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.11

Introduction: CAD/CAM restorations of deep cavities are the challenges faced by intraoral-scanner (IOS) for accurate 3D data acquisition. This study aimed to evaluate the influence of cavity depth on the accuracy of intraoral digital impressions. Methods: Three different mesio-occlusal class II inlay cavities on first maxillary molars were designed and 3D-printed with respective proximal box’s height of 1, 2 and 3mm (group 1, 2, 3 respectively), each of which was scanned 10 times using an IOS. The reference scans of inlay cavities were obtain...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Prevalence of urinary tract infections and antibiotic susceptibility among pregnant women

Ngoc Bich Tran, Thanh Thi Van Nguyen, Thu Anh Nguyen, Anh Thi Truc Nguyen

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):95-101.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.12

Background: Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a health problem that must be taken care of during pregnancy. If not treated promptly, UTIs can progress to severe and leave unpredictable complications for both mother and fetus. Currently, in Vietnam, there are few studies on UTIs in pregnancy, especially on pathogens as well as their antibiotic susceptibility characteristics. Objectives: This study was conducted to determine the bacteria rates among pregnant women with UTI symptoms and antibiotic resistance patterns. Methods: In a cross-sectional ...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Knowledge, treatment adherence, and quality of life of heart failure patients at Nhan Dan Gia Dinh Hospital

Cuong Van Hoang, Tran Ngoc Dang, Do Nguyen Nguyen, Kien Gia To

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):102-110.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.13

Introduction: Heart failure (HF) is one of the most common diseases worldwide, with a high prevalence and mortality, creating a significant cost burden on patients, society, and the healthcare system. As a result, extensive research has been conducted to investigate advanced treatment methods for heart failure, and patient adherence plays a crucial role in optimizing treatment effectiveness. This study aims to describe the current status of patients’ knowledge, treatment adherence, and quality of life among outpatients with heart failure visi...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Impact of behavioral health education interventions on knowledge, adherence to treatment, and quality of life of patients with heart failure: A randomized controlled trial

Van Cuong Hoang, Tran Ngoc Dang, Do Nguyen Nguyen, Gia Kien To

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):111-119.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.14

Introduction: Heart failure (HF) is a common chronic disease with high morbidity and mortality rates. Besides HF treatments aimed to improve patients’ quality of life and health status, health education interventions for behavioral changes ensuring their adherence to treatment are very important. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the effect of behavioral health education interventions on knowledge, treatment adherence, and quality of life of patients with HF. Methods: This was a randomized controlled trial. A total of 330 patients were ...
Original article

Dec 31, 2023

Effect of laser acupuncture combine a knee exercise on patients with knee osteoarthritis: a pilot trial

Huy Chung Ly, Duong Thai Nguyen, Sang Thanh Do, Hung Le Viet Nguyen, Nam Trung Le, Tri Ba Nguyen, Thuyen Le Kim Huynh, Ngan Phi Hong Nguyen

MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):120-127.
https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.15

Introduction: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is one of the most common causes of chronic pain and disability. In addition, many studies have shown that laser acupuncture (LA) has a great analgesic effect and minimal side effects. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of LA combined with knee exercises (KE) in patients with KOA. Methods: A pilot randomized controlled trial was conducted on 60 patients with KOA at Le Van Thinh Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City from May 2021 to September 2022. Patients were randomly allocated to LA group (n = ...

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Original article Correlation of the Fugl Meyer assessment, Motricity Index and Barthel Index scales in the assessment of rehabilitation in post-stroke patients Duong Thi Huong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):1-10. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.1 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article Evaluation of postoperative analgesic effect of auricular acupuncture therapy after surgical extraction of mandibular third molar Minh Man Pham Bui, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):11-18. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.2 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article Efficacy of auricular acupuncture combined with electro-acupuncture and physiotherapy exercise in motor rehabilitation after ischemic stroke Duong Thi Huong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):19-29. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.3 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article An investigation of the change in facial pain threshold after auricular acupuncture in healthy volunteers: a pilot study Minh Man Pham Bui, Ngoc Chau Le, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):30-40. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.4 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article ADAMTSL3 - a potential direct target of miR-144-3p in chondrocyte cell Phuong Thi Bich Ho, Quan Dang Nguyen, Tram Thi Kim Pham, Anh Ha Nam Tang, Linh Thi Truc Le MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):41-47. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.5 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article Reliability and validity of the Vietnamese menopause rating scale Hanh Thi My Nguyen, Nga Thi Tuyet Tran, Ha Minh Nguyen, Dung Van Do MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):48-55. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.6 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article Cross-sectional study of self-report of health issues in patients who had recovered from moderate-severe COVID-19 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Nguyen Ngoc Tran, Khoa Quy, Huy Ngoc Pham, Khanh Trinh Ngoc Van, Hoang Nguyen Vu Ung, Tung Huy Pham, Viet Quoc Cao, Lan Ngoc Vuong MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):56-66. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.7 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article Development and validation of HPLC method for simultaneous determination of amlodipine besylate, telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide in combined tablets Hien Thi Thu Nguyen, Tho Van Duong, Dung Thanh Phan MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):67-74. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.8 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article The role of smear microscopy of induced sputum and bronchoalveolar lavage in the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis in patients with initial smear-negative: A prospective study Ngoc Minh Duong, Khoa Dang Nguyen, Nguyen Ngoc Tran, Vu Thuong Le MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):75-81. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.9 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article The traditional medicine patterns in GERD patients at University Medical Center HCMC: a cross-sectional survey Tin Trong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):82-86. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.10 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article 3D-printed inlays with different cavity depths impact intraoral-scanner’s accuracy in-vitro Hieu Nguyen Minh Tran, Anh Trung Duy Nguyen, Trang Thi Ngoc Tran, Khoa Dang Nguyen, Nam Cong Nhat Huynh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):87-94. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.11 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article Prevalence of urinary tract infections and antibiotic susceptibility among pregnant women Ngoc Bich Tran, Thanh Thi Van Nguyen, Thu Anh Nguyen, Anh Thi Truc Nguyen MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):95-101. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.12 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article Knowledge, treatment adherence, and quality of life of heart failure patients at Nhan Dan Gia Dinh Hospital Cuong Van Hoang, Tran Ngoc Dang, Do Nguyen Nguyen, Kien Gia To MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):102-110. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.13 HTML PDF PubReader	Original article Impact of behavioral health education interventions on knowledge, adherence to treatment, and quality of life of patients with heart failure: A randomized controlled trial Van Cuong Hoang, Tran Ngoc Dang, Do Nguyen Nguyen, Gia Kien To MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):111-119. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.14 HTML PDF PubReader
Original article Effect of laser acupuncture combine a knee exercise on patients with knee osteoarthritis: a pilot trial Huy Chung Ly, Duong Thai Nguyen, Sang Thanh Do, Hung Le Viet Nguyen, Nam Trung Le, Tri Ba Nguyen, Thuyen Le Kim Huynh, Ngan Phi Hong Nguyen MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):120-127. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.15 HTML PDF PubReader

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Original article Correlation of the Fugl Meyer assessment, Motricity Index and Barthel Index scales in the assessment of rehabilitation in post-stroke patients Duong Thi Huong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):1-10. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.1 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 444	Original article Prevalence of urinary tract infections and antibiotic susceptibility among pregnant women Ngoc Bich Tran, Thanh Thi Van Nguyen, Thu Anh Nguyen, Anh Thi Truc Nguyen MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):95-101. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.12 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 415
Original article Evaluation of postoperative analgesic effect of auricular acupuncture therapy after surgical extraction of mandibular third molar Minh Man Pham Bui, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):11-18. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.2 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 349	Original article Reliability and validity of the Vietnamese menopause rating scale Hanh Thi My Nguyen, Nga Thi Tuyet Tran, Ha Minh Nguyen, Dung Van Do MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):48-55. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.6 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 341
Original article Efficacy of auricular acupuncture combined with electro-acupuncture and physiotherapy exercise in motor rehabilitation after ischemic stroke Duong Thi Huong Nguyen, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):19-29. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.3 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 321	Original article Effect of laser acupuncture combine a knee exercise on patients with knee osteoarthritis: a pilot trial Huy Chung Ly, Duong Thai Nguyen, Sang Thanh Do, Hung Le Viet Nguyen, Nam Trung Le, Tri Ba Nguyen, Thuyen Le Kim Huynh, Ngan Phi Hong Nguyen MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):120-127. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.15 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 318
Original article ADAMTSL3 - a potential direct target of miR-144-3p in chondrocyte cell Phuong Thi Bich Ho, Quan Dang Nguyen, Tram Thi Kim Pham, Anh Ha Nam Tang, Linh Thi Truc Le MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):41-47. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.5 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 292	Original article An investigation of the change in facial pain threshold after auricular acupuncture in healthy volunteers: a pilot study Minh Man Pham Bui, Ngoc Chau Le, Dieu Thuong Thi Trinh MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):30-40. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.4 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 288
Original article Knowledge, treatment adherence, and quality of life of heart failure patients at Nhan Dan Gia Dinh Hospital Cuong Van Hoang, Tran Ngoc Dang, Do Nguyen Nguyen, Kien Gia To MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):102-110. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.13 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 279	Original article Cross-sectional study of self-report of health issues in patients who had recovered from moderate-severe COVID-19 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Nguyen Ngoc Tran, Khoa Quy, Huy Ngoc Pham, Khanh Trinh Ngoc Van, Hoang Nguyen Vu Ung, Tung Huy Pham, Viet Quoc Cao, Lan Ngoc Vuong MedPharmRes 2023;7(4):56-66. https://doi.org/10.32895/UMP.MPR.7.4.7 HTML PDF PubReader Last 3 months views: 268