Audio recordings of consultations with doctors for parents of critically sick babies.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multidisciplinary rehabilitation (MD) is an important component of symptomatic and supportive treatment for Multiple sclerosis (MS), but evidence base for its effectiveness is yet to be established. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effectiveness of organized MD rehabilitation in adults with MS. To explore rehabilit...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Khan F,Turner-Stokes L,Ng L,Kilpatrick T

更新日期：2007-04-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Strabismus, or squint, can be defined as a deviation from perfect ocular alignment and can be classified in many ways according to its aetiology and presentation. Treatment can be broadly divided into medical and surgical options, with a variety of surgical techniques being available, including the use of ad...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hassan S,Haridas A,Sundaram V

更新日期：2018-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Migraine is a common, disabling condition and a burden for the individual, health services and society. Many sufferers choose not to, or are unable to, seek professional help and rely on over-the-counter analgesics. Co-therapy with an antiemetic should help to reduce nausea and vomiting commonly associated w...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Derry S,Moore RA,McQuay HJ

更新日期：2010-11-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Health insurance has the potential to improve access to health care and protect people from the financial risks of diseases. However, health insurance coverage is often low, particularly for people most in need of protection, including children and other vulnerable populations. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effe...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Jia L,Yuan B,Huang F,Lu Y,Garner P,Meng Q

更新日期：2014-11-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oral analgesia is a convenient and widely used form of pain relief following caesarean section. It includes various medications used at different doses alone or in adjunction to other form of analgesia. OBJECTIVES:To determine the effectiveness, safety and cost-effectiveness of oral analgesia for post-caesa...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Mkontwana N,Novikova N

更新日期：2015-03-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This review supersedes the original Cochrane review first published in 2008 (Huertas-Ceballos 2008).Between 4% and 25% of school-aged children complain of recurrent abdominal pain (RAP) severe enough to interfere with their daily activities. No organic cause for this pain can be found on physical examination...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Abbott RA,Martin AE,Newlove-Delgado TV,Bethel A,Thompson-Coon J,Whear R,Logan S

更新日期：2017-01-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cholera is an acute watery diarrhoea caused by infection with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, which if severe can cause rapid dehydration and death. Effective management requires early diagnosis and rehydration using oral rehydration salts or intravenous fluids. In this review, we evaluate the additional bene...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Leibovici-Weissman Y,Neuberger A,Bitterman R,Sinclair D,Salam MA,Paul M

更新日期：2014-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:High altitude illness (HAI) is a term used to describe a group of cerebral and pulmonary syndromes that can occur during travel to elevations above 2500 metres (8202 feet). Acute hypoxia, acute mountain sickness (AMS), high altitude cerebral oedema (HACE) and high altitude pulmonary oedema (HAPE) are reporte...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Nieto Estrada VH,Molano Franco D,Medina RD,Gonzalez Garay AG,Martí-Carvajal AJ,Arevalo-Rodriguez I

更新日期：2017-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Actinic keratoses are a skin disease caused by long-term sun exposure, and their lesions have the potential to develop into squamous cell carcinoma. Treatments for actinic keratoses are sought for cosmetic reasons, for the relief of associated symptoms, or for the prevention of skin cancer development. Detec...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Gupta AK,Paquet M,Villanueva E,Brintnell W

更新日期：2012-12-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence from disease epidemics shows that healthcare workers are at risk of developing short- and long-term mental health problems. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned about the potential negative impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the mental well-being of health and social care professionals. Symp...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Pollock A,Campbell P,Cheyne J,Cowie J,Davis B,McCallum J,McGill K,Elders A,Hagen S,McClurg D,Torrens C,Maxwell M

更新日期：2020-11-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of antibiotic prophylaxis for hernia repair is currently a controversial issue given the disparity among study results in this area. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this systematic review was to clarify the effectiveness of antibiotic prophylaxis in reducing postoperative wound infection rates in electi...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Sanchez-Manuel FJ,Seco-Gil JL

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Traumatic brain injury is common and presents a health problem with significant effect on quality of life. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has been suggested to improve oxygen supply to the injured brain and, therefore, to reduce the volume of brain that will ultimately perish. It is postulated that the add...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Bennett MH,Trytko B,Jonker B

更新日期：2004-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are anti-inflammatory drugs that have proven benefits for people with worsening symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and repeated exacerbations. They are commonly used as combination inhalers with long-acting beta2-agonists (LABA) to reduce exacerbation rates...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Kew KM,Seniukovich A

更新日期：2014-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Intravenous thrombolytic therapy is the standard care for patients with acute myocardial infarction, based upon its widespread availability and ability to reduce patient mortality well demonstrated in randomised trials. Despite its proven efficacy, thrombolytic therapy has limitations. Many patients are inel...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cucherat M,Bonnefoy E,Tremeau G

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lateral and posterior position of the baby's head (the back of the baby's head facing to the mother's side or back) may be associated with more painful, prolonged or obstructed labour and difficult delivery. It is possible that certain positions adopted by the mother may influence the baby's position. OBJEC...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hunter S,Hofmeyr GJ,Kulier R

更新日期：2007-10-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dysvascularity accounts for 75% of all lower limb amputations in the UK. Around 37% of these are at transfemoral level (mid-thigh), with the majority of people being over the age of 60 and having existing co-morbidities. A significant number of these amputees will be prescribed a lower limb prosthesis for wa...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cumming JC,Barr S,Howe TE

更新日期：2006-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postmenopausal osteoporosis results in an increased susceptibility to low-trauma fractures due to reduced bone volume and microarchitectural deterioration. Risedronate, a third generation bisphosphonate, has been shown in multiple clinical trials to reduce fracture risk and improve bone mineral density in po...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cranney A,Waldegger L,Zytaruk N,Shea B,Weaver B,Papaioannou A,Robinson V,Wells G,Tugwell P,Adachi JD,Guyatt G

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The need for sedation for neonates undergoing uncomfortable procedures in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has often been overlooked. Proper sedation may reduce stress and avoid complications during procedures such as mechanical ventilation. Midazolam is a short acting benzodiazepine that has been inc...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Ng E,Taddio A,Ohlsson A

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ageing has a degenerative effect on the skin, leaving it more vulnerable to damage. Hygiene and emollient interventions may help maintain skin integrity in older people in hospital and residential care settings; however, at present, most care is based on "tried and tested" practice, rather than on evidence. ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cowdell F,Jadotte YT,Ersser SJ,Danby S,Lawton S,Roberts A,Dyson J

更新日期：2020-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is an updated version of the original Cochrane review published in Issue 4, 2010 (Kirthi 2010). Migraine is a common, disabling condition and a burden for the individual, health services and society. Many sufferers choose not to, or are unable to, seek professional help and rely on over-the-counter anal...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Kirthi V,Derry S,Moore RA

更新日期：2013-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Weight gain is common for people with schizophrenia and this has serious implications for health and well being. OBJECTIVES:To determine the effects of both pharmacological (excluding medication switching) and non pharmacological strategies for reducing or preventing weight gain in people with schizophrenia...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Faulkner G,Cohn T,Remington G

更新日期：2007-01-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common liver neoplasm and the fifth most common cancer worldwide. Moreover, its incidence has increased dramatically since the mid-2000s. While surgical resection and liver transplantation are the main curative treatments, only around 20% of people with early hepatocellul...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Abdel-Rahman OM,Elsayed Z

更新日期：2016-02-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Corticosteroids remain the mainstay of treatment in idiopathic nephrotic syndrome, including focal and segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). However, only about 20% of patients with FSGS experience a partial or complete remission of nephrotic syndrome despite treatment. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effects of di...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Braun N,Schmutzler F,Lange C,Perna A,Remuzzi G,Risler T,Willis NS

更新日期：2008-07-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:'Scared Straight' and other programmes involve organised visits to prison by juvenile delinquents or children at risk for criminal behavior. programmes are designed to deter participants from future offending through first-hand observation of prison life and interaction with adult inmates. These programmes r...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Petrosino A,Turpin-Petrosino C,Buehler J

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic renal failure patients are at particular risk of hepatitis B virus infection. Early studies have demonstrated that renal failure patients benefit from vaccination; however, not all studies have consistently shown benefit. OBJECTIVES:To determine the beneficial and harmful effects of hepatitis B vacc...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Schroth RJ,Hitchon CA,Uhanova J,Noreddin A,Taback SP,Moffatt ME,Zacharias JM

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multifocal motor neuropathy is characterised by progressive, predominantly distal, asymmetrical limb weakness and usually multiple partial motor nerve conduction blocks. Intravenous immunoglobulin is beneficial but the role of immunosuppressive agents is uncertain. This is an update of a review first publish...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Umapathi T,Hughes RA,Nobile-Orazio E,Léger JM

更新日期：2012-04-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Decreased concentration of nitric oxide has been proposed as one of the possible cellular mechanisms of necrotising enterocolitis (NEC). Arginine can act as a substrate for production of nitric oxide in the tissues, and arginine supplementation may help to prevent NEC. OBJECTIVES:To examine the effect of ar...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Shah PS,Shah VS,Kelly LE

更新日期：2017-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy is a peripheral neuropathy caused by peripheral nerve inflammation probably due to autoimmunity and would be expected to benefit from corticosteroids. Non-randomised studies suggest that corticosteroids are often beneficial. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate th...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Mehndiratta MM,Hughes RA

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Among women with early breast cancer, the effects of ovarian ablation on recurrence and death have been assessed by several randomised trials that now have long follow-up. OBJECTIVES:In this report, the Early Breast Cancer Trialists' Collaborative Group present their third 5-yearly systematic overview (meta...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Clarke MJ

更新日期：2008-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with breast cancer are classified as having cells that over-express the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (known as HER2-positive) or not (HER2-negative). Typically, patients with HER2-positive disease have a worse prognosis. Trastuzumab is a selective treatment that targets the HER2 pathway....

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Balduzzi S,Mantarro S,Guarneri V,Tagliabue L,Pistotti V,Moja L,D'Amico R

更新日期：2014-06-12 00:00:00