Organ Donor Cards in Resuscitation Room Patients.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The past decade has seen much progress in intrauterine surgery. Randomized trials have documented the benefit of some procedures of this type for the unborn child. METHOD:Selective literature review RESULTS:Randomized trials have demonstrated the benefit of fetoscopic laser coagulation of placental anastom...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Diemert A,Diehl W,Glosemeyer P,Deprest J,Hecher K

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:5% to 8% of 70-year-olds and some 10% of persons over age 80 have atrial fibrillation (AF). METHODS:Selective literature review. RESULTS:New scoring schemes (CHA(2)DS(2)-VASc score, HAS-BLED score) have been introduced to enable more accurate estimation of the risk of stroke and hemorrhage in patients with...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Trappe HJ

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A meta-analysis of studies from multiple countries has shown that the incidence of incisional hernia varies from 4% to 10% depending on the type of operation. No epidemiological surveys have been conducted so far. The worst possible complication of an incisional hernia if it is not treated surgically is inca...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Dietz UA,Menzel S,Lock J,Wiegering A

更新日期：2018-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Screening colonoscopy can lower the incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC), yet participation rates are low even in groups at high risk. The goal of this study was to double the rate of participation in screening colonoscopy among persons at familial risk and then to determine the frequency of neoplasia in thi...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Bauer A,Riemann JF,Seufferlein T,Reinshagen M,Hollerbach S,Haug U,Unverzagt S,Boese S,Ritter-Herschbach M,Jahn P,Frese T,Harris M,Landenberger M

更新日期：2018-10-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An estimated 200 to 500 patients develop life-threatening acute liver failure (ALF) in Germany each year. Only sparse data are currently available on the epidemiology and causes of this condition and on potential treatments for it. This article summarizes our current knowledge of the causes, clinical course,...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Canbay A,Tacke F,Hadem J,Trautwein C,Gerken G,Manns MP

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The diagnosis of soft-tissue sarcomas of the limbs is often delayed, sometimes markedly so, even though prompt and appropriate treatment improves survival and lowers the amputation rate. METHODS:On the basis of a selective literature review and consideration of the relevant guidelines, we developed an algor...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Bannasch H,Eisenhardt SU,Grosu AL,Heinz J,Momeni A,Stark GB

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia, including aggressiveness, agitation, depression, and apathy are often treated with psychotropic drugs and are a frequent reason for hospitalization, placing an economic burden on the health care system. International guidelines recommend syndrome-specific pharmacoth...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Majic T,Pluta JP,Mell T,Aichberger MC,Treusch Y,Gutzmann H,Heinz A,Rapp MA

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As of 1 April 2007, pharmacists in Germany filling prescriptions covered by the statutory health insurance system (Gesetzliche Krankenversicherung, GKV) are required, whenever possible, to dispense a preparation that contains the same active substance and for which a rebate contract is in effect. The physici...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Hoffmann F,Glaeske G,Pfannkuche MS

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Because of the changing dietary habits of an aging population, hyperuricemia is frequently found in combination with other metabolic disorders. Longstanding elevation of the serum uric acid level can lead to the deposition of monosodium urate crystals, causing gout (arthritis, urate nephropathy, tophi). In G...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Tausche AK,Jansen TL,Schröder HE,Bornstein SR,Aringer M,Müller-Ladner U

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common retinal disease in older people. In Europe, about 1.6% of persons over age 65 and more than 13% of persons over age 85 have late-stage AMD, which can severely impair vision. The development of AMD is influenced both by environmental factors and by a strong h...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Weber BH,Charbel Issa P,Pauly D,Herrmann P,Grassmann F,Holz FG

更新日期：2014-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a congenital disorder of lipid metabolism characterized by a marked elevation of the plasma concentration of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol beginning in childhood and by the early onset of coronary heart disease. It is among the commonest genetic disorders, wi...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Klose G,Laufs U,März W,Windler E

更新日期：2014-08-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The randomized, controlled trial (RCT) is the gold standard of scientific evidence for the attribution of clinical effects (benefits and harms) to medical interventions. Many different designs for RCTs have been developed in order to counter legitimate critical objections and to better adapt the trials to th...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Lange S,Sauerland S,Lauterberg J,Windeler J

更新日期：2017-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with acquired brain injury who have been discharged from inpatient neurological rehabilitation often continue to suffer from limited independence, participation, and quality of life. Participation-focused outpatient treatment (in German: teilhabeorientierte ambulan. METHODS:In a randomized, control...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Bender A,Adrion C,Fischer L,Huber M,Jawny K,Straube A,Mansmann U

更新日期：2016-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few reliable data are available on the epidemiology and treatment of spontaneous pneumothorax. We studied the sex and age distribution, frequency of hospitalization, mortality, and conservative versus surgical care of this condition in Germany in order to draw well-founded conclusions about its in-hospital d...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Schnell J,Koryllos A,Lopez-Pastorini A,Lefering R,Stoelben E

更新日期：2017-11-03 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The trauma registry of the German Society of Trauma Surgery is a multicentric prospective record of the treatment of severely injured patients. METHODS:The present study examines the effect of a quality management system on key processes and outcomes, in hospitals included in the trauma registry. The stud...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Ruchholtz S,Lefering R,Paffrath T,Oestern HJ,Neugebauer E,Nast-Kolb D,Pape HC,Bouillon B

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The treatment of pregnant women who have illnesses unrelated to pregnancy can cause uncertainty among physicians. METHODS:We searched the PubMed database and specialty guidelines from Germany and abroad (the guidelines of the German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics, the American Congress of Obstetri ci...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Bolz M,Körber S,Reimer T,Buchmann J,Schober HC,Briese V

更新日期：2017-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:When gunshot and blast injuries affect only a single person, first aid can always be delivered in conformity with the relevant guidelines. In contrast, when there is a dynamic casualty situation affecting many persons, such as after a terrorist attack, treatment may need to be focused on immediately life-thr...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Franke A,Bieler D,Friemert B,Schwab R,Kollig E,Güsgen C

更新日期：2017-04-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Germany, rehabilitation is considered to be indicated after an acute hospital stay for the treatment of a severe cardiac condition. In comparative studies, at least 51% of German hospital patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) who were entitled to rehabilitative measures actually took part n rehabilit...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Schlitt A,Wischmann P,Wienke A,Hoepfner F,Noack F,Silber RE,Werdan K

更新日期：2015-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pilonidal disease is an acute or chronic infection in the subcutaneous fatty tissue, mainly in the natal cleft. Its incidence in Germany in 2012 was 48 cases per 100 000 persons per year. METHODS:This review is based on pertinent publications retrieved by a selective literature search. RESULTS:The numerous...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Iesalnieks I,Ommer A

更新日期：2019-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sunlight induces a wide variety of dermatoses. Their differential diagnosis is problematic not only because of similar phenotypes, but also because of confusing nomenclature and classification. METHODS:We selectively reviewed the literature of the past 20 years and describe the modern nosology of photoderma...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Lehmann P,Schwarz T

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hoarseness (dysphonia) is the reason for about 1% of all consultations in primary care. It has many causes, ranging from self-limited laryngitis to malignant tumors of the vocal cords. METHODS:This review is based on literature retrieved by a selective search in PubMed employing the terms "hoarseness," "hoa...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Reiter R,Hoffmann TK,Pickhard A,Brosch S

更新日期：2015-05-08 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This study analyzes the prevalence and associated factors for smoking and passive smoking among young people. METHODS:The data are derived from a subsample of the German Health Interview and Examination Survey for Children and Adolescents (KiGGS), carried out by the Robert Koch Institute between May 2003 ...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Lampert T

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Avulsed frontal teeth often cannot be saved because of improper or lack of initial treatment. The result is a need for multiple interventions over the patient's lifetime, which also carry a high financial cost. METHODS:We explored the subject of lost anterior teeth in young patients with a PubMed search bas...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Brüllmann D,Schulze RK,d'Hoedt B

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epilepsy is the third most common disease affecting the brain in the elderly. Current demographic trends will lead to an increased prevalence of epilepsy in the general population. METHOD:A selective literature search revealed 102 relevant publications as of September 2008, 50 of which were original article...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Werhahn KJ

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Despite recent advances in their treatment, schizophrenic disorders are still among the diseases that most severely impair patients' quality of life. For this reason, centers for the early recognition of schizophrenic disorders have come into existence worldwide. In these centers, much effort is devoted to...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Klosterkötter J

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. There are at least 150 000 persons with MS in Germany. Recent years have seen the approval of new drugs against. METHODS:This article is based on pertinent literature retrieved by a selective search in PubMed as wel...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Havla J,Warnke C,Derfuss T,Kappos L,Hartung HP,Hohlfeld R

更新日期：2016-12-26 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The range of indications for vitreoretinal surgery has widened in recent years, and intraocular gas application is frequently performed as part of retinal surgery, with the aim of achieving long-acting tamponade. METHODS:Selective literature review. RESULTS:An intraocular gas bubble containing perfluorop...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Silvanus MT,Moldzio P,Bornfeld N,Peters J

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nail disorders can arise at any age. About half of all nail disorders are of infectious origin, 15% are due to inflammatory or metabolic conditions, and 5% are due to malignancies and pigment disturbances. The differential diagnosis of nail disorders is often an area of uncertainty. METHODS:This review is b...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Wollina U,Nenoff P,Haroske G,Haenssle HA

更新日期：2016-07-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clostridium difficile infections are becoming more common, more severe, and more likely to recur. Conventional treatment with antibiotics often fails to eradicate the infection; even when it succeeds, recurrent infection is common. Complementary treatment with probiotic agents to reconstitute the physiologic...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Kleger A,Schnell J,Essig A,Wagner M,Bommer M,Seufferlein T,Härter G

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Monoclonal antibodies (mAb) and fusion proteins (FP) are increasingly being used in children and adolescents. In this review, we analyze the evidence for their safety and efficacy in the treatment of the most common chronic inflammatory diseases. METHODS:We systematically searched PubMed, AWMF.org, and othe...

journal_title：Deutsches Arzteblatt international

authors： Niehues T,Özgür TT

更新日期：2019-10-18 00:00:00