Shamsul Azhar Shah
Biographic Data
| ID | 6662470 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Shamsul Azhar Shah |
| GIVEN NAMES | Shamsul Azhar |
| FAMILY NAME | Shah |
| SIGNATURE | SHAH S A |
| AFFILIATIONS | National University of Malaysia |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-0635-1816 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 17 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 17 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2011 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Assessing fear of childbirth in Malaysia
Introduction Fear of childbirth or tokophobia refers to the pathological fear of childbirth, which affects the daily life of pregnant women. Childbirth fear is multidimensional and differs across cultures. We aimed to develop and validate the first Malaysian Fear of Birth questionnaire (MyFOB) among the multiethnic Malaysian women. Methods The research was conducted in the antenatal clinic, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, Kuala Lumpur. A mixed-m…
Factors influencing childbirth fear among Asian women
Fear of childbirth (FOC) or tokophobia adversely affects women during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. Childbirth fear may differ across regions and cultures. We aimed to identify factors influencing the fear of childbirth among the Asian population. A systematic literature search was performed using the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases in November 2023. Original articles in English with research conducted in Asian countries were …
Pluralities of identity, belonging, home and place
There is limited knowledge on the influence of culture, relationality and migration experiences at end‐of‐life for ethnic minority communities (EMCs). Dying well depends on many variables that encompass physical, emotional, sociocultural and spiritual domains. In this narrative review of published literature, we explored the influence of relationality on end‐of‐life experiences for EMCs living in Western countries. The literature highlights the m…
Covid-19 Prediction With Machine Learning Technique From Extracted Features of Photoplethysmogram Morphology
At present, COVID-19 is spreading widely around the world. It causes many health problems, namely, respiratory failure and acute respiratory distress syndrome. Wearable devices have gained popularity by allowing remote COVID-19 detection, contact tracing, and monitoring. In this study, the correlation of photoplethysmogram (PPG) morphology between patients with COVID-19 infection and healthy subjects was investigated. Then, machine learning was u…
Psychometric Evaluation of the Malay Version of the Childbirth Experience Questionnaire (CEQ-My)
Negative childbirth experience may cause adverse psychological effects in postpartum mothers. The Childbirth Experience Questionnaire (CEQ) is a multidimensional tool designed to assess women’s perceptions of labour and birth. We aim to validate the Malay version of the CEQ (CEQ-My) and evaluate its psychometric properties. The previously published Malay-translated CEQ was reviewed by a panel of experts and underwent minor changes. The original v…
Psychological Distress and Covid-19 Related Anxiety among Malaysian Women during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The combination of COVID-19 outbreaks and nationwide lockdown led to an increased prevalence of psychological distress among the population, especially women, as they have to cope with greater family and work demands. We aimed to identify the factors contributing to psychological distress among Malaysian women during the COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2020 and April 2021, in a teaching hospital in Kuala L…
Correlation of Dengue Warning Signs during Febrile Phase with Rotational Thromboelastometry, Cortisol and Feritin
Dengue mortality remains high despite monitoring against warning signs (WS). The associations of WS at febrile phase (FP) and hemorrhage at defervescence with the levels and kinetics of ROTEM, platelet count, cortisol, and ferritin were analyzed. Patients with confirmed dengue serology and WS in two centers were screened ( n = 275) and 62 eligible patients were recruited prospectively over 9 months. "Vomiting" was the commonest WS (62.9%), with s…
Depression and Suicidal Ideation in a Sample of Malaysian Healthcare Workers
Objective: The burden of suicidal behavior is anticipated to increase as a sequela of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is limited evidence on suicidal behavior among healthcare workers, an at-risk population. Our study aimed to investigate suicidal ideation in terms of the rate and associated factors in a sample of Malaysian healthcare workers during the early-phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A subpopulation analysis ( N = 171) was c…
The Role of Oxidative Stress in Suicidal Behaviour Among Bipolar Patients
Background: Oxidative stress markers are found to be linked with depression and suicide attempts in bipolar disorder (BD), although the role of DNA damage as a marker of suicidal ideation and attempt has yet to be determined. We aim to investigate the association between DNA damage and suicidal behaviour, i.e., suicidal ideation and suicide attempt, among suicidal ideators in BD patients while accounting for clinical and psychosocial risk factors…
Factors Associated with the Need for Assistance among the Elderly in Malaysia
The need for assistance among the elderly is rising, which poses challenges for healthcare systems. Thus, this study aims to determine the factors associated with the need for assistance in the daily living activities of Malaysia's elderly population. A total of 1204 elderly individuals, aged 60 years and above, were recruited. An interview was conducted using the Bahasa Malaysia version of the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study (JAGES-BM) que…
Factors Associated with Happiness among Malaysian Elderly
Happiness is an essential component to experience healthy ageing. Hence, understanding the factors that contribute to happiness is important. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with happiness among the elderly population in Malaysia. In this study, 1204 respondents were recruited from urban and rural areas in Selangor. A face-to-face interview was conducted using the Bahasa Malaysia version of the Japan Gerontological Evaluation…
Pregnancy and Covid-19 Pandemic Perception in Malaysia
Pregnant women are susceptible to COVID-19 complications due to gestation-related physiological changes. We aimed to evaluate the level of maternal knowledge, perception, and practice during the pandemic. A cross-sectional study was conducted during the Malaysian Movement Control Order (MCO) between April and June 2020. A self-administered electronic questionnaire that included the knowledge and practice domains was distributed. A newly designed …
Correlation between Oral Glucose Tolerance Test Abnormalities and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes in Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with maternal and neonatal complications. We aimed to evaluate the relationship between the abnormalities of the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) and adverse pregnancy outcomes. This was a retrospective study of GDM patients over a five-year period in a Malaysian tertiary center. The diagnosis of GDM was based on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline. The data on…
Correlates of depression, anxiety and stress among Malaysian university students
Exploration of risk taking behaviors and perceived susceptibility of colorectal cancer among Malaysian adults
The present study revealed that screening behavior among respondents was unsatisfactory. Hence, awareness of the importance of screening to prevent colorectal cancers is imperative
The negative impact of living environment on intelligence quotient of primary school children in Baghdad City, Iraq
In Iraq, child IQ was found to be associated with the mental stress and service domains of the living environment. This study findings will help authorities in their efforts to improve living environment
SP6-37 Predicting dengue fever incidence in Selangor using time series analysis technique
Introduction The war against dengue fever—the most important vector borne disease in Malaysia, has yet to be won. Throughout the years, Selangor has been the champion, bearing about half of the total number of dengue fever cases in Malaysia. This study aims to develop forecasting models based on the number of dengue fever occurrence in 3 areas in Selangor, namely Sepang, Kuala Selangor and Shah Alam. Methods Monthly data of dengue fever occurrenc…
No prominent works on this page.
SP6-37 Predicting dengue fever incidence in Selangor using time series analysis technique
Introduction The war against dengue fever—the most important vector borne disease in Malaysia, has yet to be won. Throughout the years, Selangor has been the champion, bearing about half of the total number of dengue fever cases in Malaysia. This study aims to develop forecasting models based on the number of dengue fever occurrence in 3 areas in Selangor, namely Sepang, Kuala Selangor and Shah Alam. Methods Monthly data of dengue fever occurrenc…
The negative impact of living environment on intelligence quotient of primary school children in Baghdad City, Iraq
In Iraq, child IQ was found to be associated with the mental stress and service domains of the living environment. This study findings will help authorities in their efforts to improve living environment
Correlates of depression, anxiety and stress among Malaysian university students
Exploration of risk taking behaviors and perceived susceptibility of colorectal cancer among Malaysian adults
The present study revealed that screening behavior among respondents was unsatisfactory. Hence, awareness of the importance of screening to prevent colorectal cancers is imperative
Correlation between Oral Glucose Tolerance Test Abnormalities and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes in Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is associated with maternal and neonatal complications. We aimed to evaluate the relationship between the abnormalities of the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) and adverse pregnancy outcomes. This was a retrospective study of GDM patients over a five-year period in a Malaysian tertiary center. The diagnosis of GDM was based on the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline. The data on…
Depression and Suicidal Ideation in a Sample of Malaysian Healthcare Workers
Objective: The burden of suicidal behavior is anticipated to increase as a sequela of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is limited evidence on suicidal behavior among healthcare workers, an at-risk population. Our study aimed to investigate suicidal ideation in terms of the rate and associated factors in a sample of Malaysian healthcare workers during the early-phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A subpopulation analysis ( N = 171) was c…
The Role of Oxidative Stress in Suicidal Behaviour Among Bipolar Patients
Background: Oxidative stress markers are found to be linked with depression and suicide attempts in bipolar disorder (BD), although the role of DNA damage as a marker of suicidal ideation and attempt has yet to be determined. We aim to investigate the association between DNA damage and suicidal behaviour, i.e., suicidal ideation and suicide attempt, among suicidal ideators in BD patients while accounting for clinical and psychosocial risk factors…
Factors Associated with the Need for Assistance among the Elderly in Malaysia
The need for assistance among the elderly is rising, which poses challenges for healthcare systems. Thus, this study aims to determine the factors associated with the need for assistance in the daily living activities of Malaysia's elderly population. A total of 1204 elderly individuals, aged 60 years and above, were recruited. An interview was conducted using the Bahasa Malaysia version of the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study (JAGES-BM) que…
Factors Associated with Happiness among Malaysian Elderly
Happiness is an essential component to experience healthy ageing. Hence, understanding the factors that contribute to happiness is important. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with happiness among the elderly population in Malaysia. In this study, 1204 respondents were recruited from urban and rural areas in Selangor. A face-to-face interview was conducted using the Bahasa Malaysia version of the Japan Gerontological Evaluation…
Pregnancy and Covid-19 Pandemic Perception in Malaysia
Pregnant women are susceptible to COVID-19 complications due to gestation-related physiological changes. We aimed to evaluate the level of maternal knowledge, perception, and practice during the pandemic. A cross-sectional study was conducted during the Malaysian Movement Control Order (MCO) between April and June 2020. A self-administered electronic questionnaire that included the knowledge and practice domains was distributed. A newly designed …
Covid-19 Prediction With Machine Learning Technique From Extracted Features of Photoplethysmogram Morphology
At present, COVID-19 is spreading widely around the world. It causes many health problems, namely, respiratory failure and acute respiratory distress syndrome. Wearable devices have gained popularity by allowing remote COVID-19 detection, contact tracing, and monitoring. In this study, the correlation of photoplethysmogram (PPG) morphology between patients with COVID-19 infection and healthy subjects was investigated. Then, machine learning was u…
Psychometric Evaluation of the Malay Version of the Childbirth Experience Questionnaire (CEQ-My)
Negative childbirth experience may cause adverse psychological effects in postpartum mothers. The Childbirth Experience Questionnaire (CEQ) is a multidimensional tool designed to assess women’s perceptions of labour and birth. We aim to validate the Malay version of the CEQ (CEQ-My) and evaluate its psychometric properties. The previously published Malay-translated CEQ was reviewed by a panel of experts and underwent minor changes. The original v…
Psychological Distress and Covid-19 Related Anxiety among Malaysian Women during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The combination of COVID-19 outbreaks and nationwide lockdown led to an increased prevalence of psychological distress among the population, especially women, as they have to cope with greater family and work demands. We aimed to identify the factors contributing to psychological distress among Malaysian women during the COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2020 and April 2021, in a teaching hospital in Kuala L…
Correlation of Dengue Warning Signs during Febrile Phase with Rotational Thromboelastometry, Cortisol and Feritin
Dengue mortality remains high despite monitoring against warning signs (WS). The associations of WS at febrile phase (FP) and hemorrhage at defervescence with the levels and kinetics of ROTEM, platelet count, cortisol, and ferritin were analyzed. Patients with confirmed dengue serology and WS in two centers were screened ( n = 275) and 62 eligible patients were recruited prospectively over 9 months. "Vomiting" was the commonest WS (62.9%), with s…
Factors influencing childbirth fear among Asian women
Fear of childbirth (FOC) or tokophobia adversely affects women during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. Childbirth fear may differ across regions and cultures. We aimed to identify factors influencing the fear of childbirth among the Asian population. A systematic literature search was performed using the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases in November 2023. Original articles in English with research conducted in Asian countries were …
Pluralities of identity, belonging, home and place
There is limited knowledge on the influence of culture, relationality and migration experiences at end‐of‐life for ethnic minority communities (EMCs). Dying well depends on many variables that encompass physical, emotional, sociocultural and spiritual domains. In this narrative review of published literature, we explored the influence of relationality on end‐of‐life experiences for EMCs living in Western countries. The literature highlights the m…
Assessing fear of childbirth in Malaysia
Introduction Fear of childbirth or tokophobia refers to the pathological fear of childbirth, which affects the daily life of pregnant women. Childbirth fear is multidimensional and differs across cultures. We aimed to develop and validate the first Malaysian Fear of Birth questionnaire (MyFOB) among the multiethnic Malaysian women. Methods The research was conducted in the antenatal clinic, Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, Kuala Lumpur. A mixed-m…
Medicine (15 works) · Psychology (8 works) · Internal Medicine (7 works) · Anxiety (6 works) · Psychiatry (6 works) · Clinical Psychology (5 works) · Cross-sectional study (5 works) · Environmental health (5 works) · Pregnancy (5 works) · Clinical Psychology (4 works)