Student Research Presentations

Madusanka AAS, Thilakarathna TS, Sewwandi PDK, Rathnayake RMS, Mafaza MBF, Dissanayake DMBT, Ranasinghe RDS. Knowledge of hand hygiene and factors associated with it among healthcare workers in a teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. 14^th Annual Conference and Scientific Sessions, Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology (SSM). 31^st January 2026

A.A.S. Madusanka, T.S. Thilakarathna, P.D.K. Sewwandi, R.M.S. Rathnayake, M.B.F. Mafaza, D.M.B.T. Dissanayake, R.D.S. Ranasinghe. Knowledge and associated factors on hand hygiene among healthcare workers at a teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

N.A. Paniyanduwage, J.P.S.S. Jayaweera, M.M.R. Balasooriya, M.Y.J. Fernando, S. Prathapan. Factors associated with practices towards household waste management in selected districts in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A. Gunasekara, M. Epa, H. Mahagamage, I. Rathnasiri, S. Sabeshkar, N.C. Pallewattaa, J.M.K.C. Jeewandara. Common skin condition and associated factors among health care workers in selected hospitals in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.K.S. Hewa, I.A.U. Matharage, S. Arththika, P.K.N.C. Premadasa, R.M.P.T. Herath, C. Hunukumbure, S. Godakandage. Prevalence and associated factors of musculoskeletal disorders among garment factory workers in selected garment factories in the Kalutara District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

O.L. Fernando, B.S. Jayasundara, V.S. Yapa, M. Laksigan, M.M. Mendis, C.S.E. Goonewardena, P.R. Perera, A.F. Dheerasinghe. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and associated factors towards fast food consumption among medical students in a Sri Lankan university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

R.A.M.A.L. Rajapaksha, W.K.N. Perera, M.A.K.G. Fernando, A. Arulvibooshan, A.D.S.V. Wickramarathna, S.W. Wimalasekera, A.S.L. Bandusena. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and associated factors on prevention of iron deficiency anaemia among first-year students in a selected university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.M. Ashfak, M.R.H. Perera, P.A.S. Abayawickrama, E.M.M.C. Ekanayake, S.I. Panagoda, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, R.G.M.S. Nandasena. Obtaining consent from patients awaiting major surgical procedures and factors associated with patient satisfaction in a tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.D. Jayathilake, H.M. Munasinghe, K. Gurusamy, K.A.I.R. Perera, K.D.G.H.I. Senarathna, H.D.T.W. Ariyaratna, J. Vidanapathirana. Non-fatal falls in adults: injury patterns and associated factors in a tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.A.Y. Prabhath, J.P.M. Kamalsiri, O.W.I.P. Weerasekara, V. Yuwasthika, P. Nirusha, S.K. Chandrasekara, I.V. Prematilleke, S. Prathapan. Renal tumours under the microscope: Characteristics and factors associated with tumour grade from patients in selected tertiary care centres in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

T.T. Edirisinghe, T.K.G.D.D. Lalchandra, A.V.N. Fernando, K.H.P. Hansika, S.K. Subramaniam, M.N.Y.F. Wijegoonewardena, A.A. Pathirana. Patient satisfaction with pain management and associated factors among acute abdominal pain admissions to the surgical wards of a selected tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.J.S. Peiris, J.M.Y. Binovin, M.P.L. Alwis, C.P.K.R. Fernando, D.D.N. Edirisinghe, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, B. Seneviratne. Clinicopathological links in breast cancer: A Sri Lankan study. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.G.Y. Navodya, R.P.D.K. Gangani, H.I.P. Muhandiram, P.H.H. Padukkage, J. Kirupairetnam, I.V. Prematilleke, S. Prathapan. Sociodemographic and clinicopathological features of pancreatic carcinoma and factors associated with tumour respectability in a tertiary care centre in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.W.M.J.C. Wijayasinghe, H.A.K.N. Tissera, R.M.I.K. Rathnasiri, W.H.S. Hansani, T. Rishikeshean, K. Wijesinghe, S. Prathapan. Cutting through the first delay: barriers to timely surgical care in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Kumaravel, A.R.W.M.M.W.H.P. Abeykoon, W.G.S. Lakshitha, R.J. Paranahewa, W.D.O.Stella, C.S.E. Goonewardena, B. Gamage, A.F. Dheerasinghe. Assessing the completion rate of colonoscopy and factors associated with incompletion in a selected teaching hospital in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.M.A.P. Alahakoon, J.S. Dasanayaka, Y.B. Jayasinghe, K.G.W. Jayawardane, G.O. Wimalanath, S.W. Wimalasekera, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Proportion and knowledge of colour vision deficiency and associated factors among adults in Western Province, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

T.P. Wickramasinghe, T.L.S.M. Siritunga, M.K.S. Nethmini, P.R.D.L. Polgampola, F.A.A. Ahamed, I. Gunasekara, J. Vidanapathirana. Knowledge, attitudes, and associated factors for knowledge on early detection of autism spectrum disorder among mothers of children aged ≤2 years attending paediatric clinics at a selected tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.I. Hemaratne, S. Cheiyoon, A.M. Liyanage, S.N. Fernando, I.M. Jayawickrama, T. Matihias, N.S. Herath. Knowledge, attitudes, practices and factors associated with self-medication for selected symptoms among preclinical students of a medical faculty in a selected university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

P.D.I. Sulakkhana, H.S. Mallawarachchi, J.A.N.D. Jayasinghe, N.K.C.J. Perera, L. Sarukesh, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, S. Balasingham. Knowledge, attitudes, practices and associated factors on foot care among diabetic patients admitted to medical wards of two selected tertiary care hospitals in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.V.M. Imaduwa, S. Garthiga, K.G.A.A.S. Jayarathna, W.S.M.P.K. Rathnayaka, A.V.P.B.L. Jayewardene, P. Jayawardane, M. Cader. Knowledge and practices on paracetamol use and associated factors among mothers with children under fourteen years attending Maternal and Child Health clinics in Borelasgamuwa MOH area. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

T.D.C. Vethanayagam, A.M.K.L. Attaanayaka, I.A.U. Matharage, A.S. Jayakody, K.A.C.R. Subasinghe, S. Dissanayaka, N. Herath. Proportion of patients wearing face masks among those with selected chronic respiratory diseases and their attitudes and associated factors towards wearing them in a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Balakrishnan, Y.M. Hettiarachchi, S.D. Mayadunne, M.S.D. Chathurya, K.R.M. De Silva, S. Edirisinghe, N. Herath. Awareness and practices of screening for breast cancer and associated factors among women aged 18-45 years attending the outpatient department of a teaching hospital in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.S. Akurugodagama, W.S. Silvapulle, H.C. Munasinghe, H.M.S. Hansika, N.F. Siddeek, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, M.D.J. Amarasingha Wass. Factors associated with perception of body image among undergraduates in selected faculties of a government university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

R.D.S.M. Kumari, U.K.C.D. Kularathne, N.A.U.A. Kulathunga, L.H. Navodya, S.T. Perera, S. Prathapan, C. Undugodage. Sleep quality and associated factors among teachers in government schools during COVID-19 school closures in four districts of Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Mahima, M.A. Samaranayake, D.B. Thalawaththa, V.N. Kannangara, T.S. Premathilaka, B.M.H.A. Banneheke, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Effects of COVID-19 pandemic lockdown on behavioural patierns and mental state of Sri Lankan university athletes. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.D. Dasanayake, P.Y. Jayamanna, P.S. Abeysiriwardana, B.M.I.M. Bandaranayake, J.P.S.C. Jayasundara, S. Prathapan, M. Gamage. Burnout among intern medical officers in selected tertiary care hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.A. Wijayasinghe, S. Thulasi, R.P.B.V. Rajakaruna, C.R. Yapa, S.B. Samarasinghe, C.S.E. Goonewardena, K. Wijesinghe, D.S.A.F. Dheerasinghe. Prevalence and associated factors of preoperative anxiety among patients undergoing major surgeries at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.A. Izadeen, K.G.S.V. Bandara, W.G.K.M. Tharindi, P.D.H. Chathuranga, J.A.N. Yashodha, U.P.K. Hetiarachchi, V. Kumarapeli. The behaviours regarding body image and its associated factors among students of selected faculties in a selected university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.H.P. Kumari, A.I.S. Dodangoda, R.B. Hapuarachchi, P.S. Alles, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Treatment compliance related to mental illness among outpatients with mental illness at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.S. Paranawithana, T.N. Bulathge, W.A.N.M. Perera, D.M.Y.A. Dissanayake, P. Kishaanthan, K.A.T. Navodani, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Level of cognition and associated factors among elderly individuals aged 60–85 years living in elderly homes in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

K.D.A. Sulakna, K.R.M.T.D. Pathirana, M.N. Nusha, D.T.W.A. Jayathilaka, K.K.D. Chameeka, S. Prathapan, S. Dissanayake. Attitudes and associated factors of medical undergraduates towards cadaveric dissection in selected medical faculties of Western Province, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.C. Dissanayake, M.N. Weeratunga, S.N.M.U.E. Nawarathna, W.M.W.S. Weerasekara, M.I.M. Infaz, H.T.D.W. Ariyarathne, C.S.E. Goonewardena, O.B.W. Rajapakshe. Part-time employment and associated factors among medical students at a selected Sri Lankan university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.A.C.C. Abeysinghe, A.R.F. Allana, G.S. Anuththara, D.M.V.V. Atapattu, A.I.S. Dodangoda, A.H. De Silva, C.S.E. Goonewardena. English language barriers in medical education and coping strategies among first-year medical undergraduates of a selected university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

E.S.N. Nanayakkara, H.L.B. De Silva, V.T.P.M. Rohana, T. Tharanika, K.P.D. Madusanka, K.R. Atukorala, A. Bandusena. Perceptions on migration and its associated factors among undergraduate students in a selected university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

P.K.S.D. Dharamarathne, M.A. Aspa, W.A.H. Dayananda, P.M.P. Premachandra, H.W.T.T. Welandagoda, C.S. Fernando, M. Cader. Knowledge and perception about virginity and associated factors among 3rd year students at a Sri Lankan university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

P.S. Wickramasinghe, B.V.I.P. Wickramasiri, L.D. Yasara, P.K.R.P. Lakshika, K.D.N.H. Amarasinghe, H. Dissanayake, C.S.E. Goonewardena, A. Bandusena. Sleep quality and associated factors among Advanced Level Science stream, Sinhala medium students attending selected tuition classes in the Nugegoda Medical Officer of Health area, Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M. Chethanan, D.S.M.I.I. Nawarathne, H.A.N. Anuththara, H.M.S.S.B. Herath, W.G.S.D. Gunathilake, S.M.P. Seneviratne Alles, I.E. Gunaratna. Burnout among para clinical medical students in a selected university in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.M.N. Fernando, T.R. Amarasingha, K.J.B. Perera, R.M.G.C. Rathnayaka, S.R.T. Senevirathna, R. Wickremasinghe, S. Prathapan. Epidemiology of cervical carcinoma and factors associated with its staging in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

N.H. Jayamuni, M.M.F. Ashfa, M.A.K.G. Kodagoda, K.A.J. Erandika, S.N.W. Dissanayake, T. Matthias. Compliance and associated factors among patients receiving treatment for dyslipidaemia at a healthcare institution in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Biremee, G.A.S.D. Wijesekara, L.B.G.S. Bogahawatta, S.M.M.V. Bandara, E.N. Samadhi, M.N. Senevirathne, S. Ranasinghe, V. Kumarapeli. Adherence and factors affecting adherence to prescribed medication among patients with hypertension in a selected tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.W.M.K.D. Wanninayaka, U.S. Sulochana, M.K.D.D. Wijekumara, H.P.H.S. Ilangarathna, L.H.L.P.K. Wickramasooriya, J.M.C. Jeewandara, M.P.P.U. Chulasiri. Allergen sensitization patterns and associated factors in adults with asthma and allergic rhinitis in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.I.M. Ihthisham, M.A.S.G. Chandrasena, B.K. Walpita, S.H.P.D.S. Wickramathilaka, E.M.V.P. Ekanayake, S. Wimalasekera, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Physical activity, respiratory functions and influencing factors in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients attending a selected clinic in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H. Perera, T. Jirosini, G. Senanayaka, Y. Vindana, B. Thennakoon, M. Arambewela, N.Thenuwara. Assessment of known risk conditions and associated factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus among females attending the Outpatient Department of a tertiary care hospital in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.M.N.R. Handagala, D.T.D. Wijesinghe, L.U.I. Kumara, H.B.D. Anjana, M.G.A. Oshilani, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama. Perception, barriers, and associated factors of online learning among medical undergraduates during COVID-19 restrictions. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

J.D.T.N. Perera, T.K.A. Rajarathna, A.C. Fernando, M.A.I.C. Adithya, R.J. Ahamed, R.B. Marasinghe, N.H. Ubeysekara. Knowledge, attitudes, and readiness to use modern technology among doctors in improving patient care in a tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.H.P. Kumari, A.I.S. Dodangoda, R.B. Hapuarachchi, P.S. Alles, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Clicking for clarity: patterns of online mental health information seeking among patients with mental illnesses attending a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.A. Sheriffu, S.K. Hewawasam, V.S. Mendis, A.H.L.K.S. Siriwardene, K.M.N. Rathnayake, M. Jayawardane, S. Godakandage. Psychosocial factors among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics of a tertiary care hospital: a comparative study between normal weight and overweight or obese individuals. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

K. Kaviknan, G.A.D.A. Ganepola, D.H. Mendis, G.D.M.A. Senara, S.S.R. Silva, M.L.T.V.Yasarathna, A.S.L. Bandusena, S. Liyanagunawardena. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and associated factors regarding iron, folate, and calcium supplementation among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

R.W.M.N.S. Rathnayake, C.N. Malaviarachchi, Y.K. Munasinghe, A.M.S.S. Atapattu, R.M.S. Kumari, N.V.J. Thenuwara. Practices of menstrual hygiene and factors associated with hygiene practices among school girls in selected schools in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.R. Sajaa, T.S. Silva, A.V. Edirisinghe, W.A.S.R. De Saram, A.K.C.W. Daniel, S.S.N. Fernando, M.P.P.U. Chulasiri. Bridging knowledge-attitude gaps in gestational Diabetes Mellitus: maternal perspectives from Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Liyanage, D. Nanayakkara, H. Kumari, S. Sujaharan, D. Jayewardhana, H.A.K.M. Gunasekera, O. Rajapaksa. Knowledge, attitudes, and associated factors of sexual relationships among selected university undergraduates in the Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

E.M.M.H. Ekanayake, N.D. Arambawela, J.K.N.P. Jayaneththi, N.H.S. Senatilleke, S.C. Dilrukshi, M.M. Weerasekera, O. Rajapakse. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and factors associated with knowledge on Tuberculosis among first-year students at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.F. Ayesha, J.A.S.H. Jayakody, V.K. Kodagoda, D.M.S.K. Dissanayake, K.D. Hettiarachchi, H. Waidyasekara, N. Thenuwara. Knowledge, attitudes, and factors influencing knowledge on waterborne diseases among undergraduate students in a university in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.M.A. Aslam, S.R.W. Gamanayake, G.D.A.S. Samarutilake, L.D.R.A. Jayathilake, A.N. Munasinghe, J. Kottahachchi, R.D.S. Ranasinghe. Knowledge of adverse events following immunization and associated factors among mothers of children up to age five attending paediatric clinics at a teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.N.G.D.B.S. De Silva, G.D.A.H. Gamage, W.W.D.P. Mendis, H.S. Nisakya, S. Muthumala, M.M. Weerasekera, Y.L.S. Nandasena. Pattern and seasonality of Leptospirosis admissions to government hospitals in selected districts from 2018 to 2021. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.S. Ginigaddara, J. Gowthaman, T.W.K.U.I. Kumari, R.L.D.P. Madusanka, P.V.J.C. Wijethunga, D.R. Wickremasinghe, Y.L.S. Nandasena. Pattern, temporal association, and associated factors of notifying Dengue, Tuberculosis, Leprosy, and COVID-19 in a selected Medical Officer of Health area in Sri Lanka during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020–2022). Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.