One-stage Fowler-Stephens orchidopexy for impalpable undescended testis.

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Stroop Colour and Word Test (SCWT) is the most extensively used neuropsychological test in humans to evaluate the ability to inhibit cognitive interference. Any music played while the listener's primary attention is focused on another activity is known as background music and its effects on SCWT have not...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Kumaradevan KS,Balan A,Khan K,Alji RM,Narayanan SN

更新日期：2020-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Two term infants suffering severe asphyxial events were found to have diffusely high attenuation of the cortical gyri on CT scanning within 12 days. The findings are consistent with haemorrhagic necrosis or microcalcification. This feature has rarely been described in the literature. The evolution of the CT appearance...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Cullen A,Donoghue V,King MD

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) of the thyroid is generally a well-tolerated procedure associated with weak levels of pain. However, pain may be very intense in some patients. The cause for the pain in these patients has not been identified. The hypothesis of this study is that there is a likely relationsh...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Toman H,Ozkul F,Erbag G,Erbas M,Simsek T,Adam G,Arik MK,Asik M

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients' awareness of the increased cardiovascular risk associated with their diabetes is poorly documented. AIM:The aim of this study was to assess the awareness of diabetes complications among patients with diabetes in Ireland. METHODS:Patients attending diabetes outpatient clinics in two teaching hospi...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Sullivan EP,Bhargava A,O'Callaghan M,Buckley U,De Faoite T,Moynihan K,Thabit H,Walsh CH,Sreenan S

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative sore throat (POST) is a common complication following tracheal intubation. The effectiveness of prophylactic dexamethasone on POST needs further elucidation. AIMS:To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of intravenous dexamethasone for the prevention of POST in patients undergoing endotrachea...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Sun L,Guo R,Sun L

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The amino acid taurine has an established role in attenuating lung fibrosis secondary to bleomycin-induced injury. This study evaluates taurine's effect on TGF-beta1 expression and the development of lung fibrosis after single-dose thoracic radiotherapy. METHODS:Four groups of C57/Bl6 mice received 14 Gy ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Robb WB,Condron C,Moriarty M,Walsh TN,Bouchier-Hayes DJ

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Glycodelin plays an important role in normal and abnormal reproductive growth. The in vitro properties of glycodelin have been studied in K562 cells. The role of glycodelin in vivo in the peripheral circulation has not been determined. AIM:To determine if circulating leukocytes in normal subjects express th...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Lang EE,Venkatraman G

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To explore the clinical significance of digital tomographic fusion imaging in the diagnosis of avascular disease of the femoral head in adults. METHODS:Eighty-two adult patients with avascular necrosis of the femoral head confirmed by MRI in the department of orthopedics of our hospital were studied retrosp...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Zhang J,Wang Z,Hong G

更新日期：2021-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：:This study assessed the ability of biochemical tests and ultrasound to predict the presence of ductal calculi, and thereby refine the indications for ERCP, in patients before or after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Thirteen of fifty-three patients investigated before laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and four of seventeen ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Quershi A,Browne A,Leahy AL,Courtney G,Osborne H,Broe PJ,Bouchier-Hayes D

更新日期：1993-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Health Service Executive introduced a generic prescription policy to reduce costs. Despite this, generic prescription rates remain low. AIM:To audit in-patient prescription practice in a single surgical department and identify potential savings which could be realised by adherence to the generic prescri...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Gleeson M,Coyle P,Moloney MC,Walsh SR,Grace PA

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A study is presented of the skin manifestations of 30 patients, 25 females and 5 males, with systemic lupus erythematosus (S.L.E.) admitted to this hospital over a two year period. Their ages ranged from 20 years to 75 years. The diagnosis of S.L.E. was made according to the criteria laid down for the diagnosis of S.L...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Feely RH

更新日期：1976-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Assessment of non-cardiac chest pain places a considerable burden on healthcare resources. The current practice of serial electrocardiographs (ECGs), serum creatinine phosphokinase and by pre-discharge exercise electrocardiography gives an average in-hospital stay of 3.7 days. AIMS:This study assess the use...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Fleming SM,Divilly M,Chakravarthi PI,Grimes H,Daly K

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Data from randomized trials evaluating the efficacy of on- versus off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting remain inconclusive, particularly in high-risk populations. AIMS:The aim of this study is to compare the outcomes associated with on- versus off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting among high-risk pat...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Yousif A,Addison D,Lakkis N,Rosengart T,Virani SS,Birnbaum Y,Alam M

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Solitary adenomas have been shown to be responsible for almost 90% of cases of primary hyperparathyroidism. AIM:The purpose of this study was to determine the utility of sestamibi scanning pre-operatively to guide minimally invasive video-assisted (MIVA) parathyroidectomy. METHODS:We reviewed 40 patients w...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Murphy AD,Andrews EJ,Ishtiaq A,Jawad A,McCarthy PA,O'Keeffe D,Dunne F,Quill DS

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Internationally, the number of computerised tomographic pulmonary angiographies (CTPAs) being performed to rule out pulmonary embolism (PE) has caused some concern. AIM:This study was performed to assess if the application of Pulmonary Embolism Rule-out Criteria (PERC) in an Irish Emergency Department (ED) ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Kothare A,Abahussain M,Svirkov-Vainberg N,O'Kelly P,Nfila G,Gilligan P

更新日期：2020-10-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Temporary ureteric stent insertion is an integral part of modern endo-urological practice. Delayed stent removal or forgotten stents are associated with increased patient morbidity and complications which are often difficult to manage. METHODS AND RESULTS:We prospectively audited our ureteric stent insertio...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Thomas AZ,Casey RG,Grainger R,McDermott T,Flynn R,Thornhill JA

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gallbladder stone with symptom is an indication of cholecystectomy according to the current guideline. However, about 80% of gallstone patients are asymptomatic. The identification of gallbladder stone patients likely to develop symptomatic complications would be of benefit in clinical practice. AIMS:The ai...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Cao Z,Wei J,Zhang N,Liu W,Hong T,He X,Qu Q

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report experiences in 3 patients with acromegaly while using the somatostatin analogue octreotide. In case 1, a 44 year old male developed pneumococcal meningitis 3 months after having transphenoidal surgery for a pituitary tumour. This occurred with the re-emergence of communication between the surgical tract and ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Hare JA,Abuaisha F,Cotter T

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia (SAB) in NICU patients can cause significant morbidity and mortality. AIMS:To review early and late neonatal SAB with regard to risk factors, treatment, acute complications and long-term outcomes. METHODS:A retrospective study of laboratory confirmed SAB over a 16-year per...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Reilly D,O'Connor C,McCallion N,Drew RJ

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Otitis externa (OE) is an extremely common dermatological condition that can affect social life and employment, but formal studies of its general health impact are lacking. OBJECTIVE:The aims of this study were two-folded, first to assess the impact of OE on various health determinants as measured by the ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Ali R,Burns P,Donnelly M

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We identified 51 patients from pathology and operative records who were treated in the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital with malignant sinonasal tumours between January 1980 and December 1991. Complete follow up was available in 43 patients. There were 30 males, mean age 50 years, range (10-80) and 13 females, mean...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Hone SW,O'Leary TG,Maguire A,Burns H,Timon CI

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Suicidal behaviour has become recognised as a major public health problem. AIM:To examine hospital-treated parasuicide and suicide in the Southern and Mid-Western Health Boards. METHODS:Parasuicide data were derived from independent data collection in general and psychiatric hospitals and prisons between 1...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Corcoran P,Keeley HS,O'Sullivan M,Perry IJ

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Surgical site infection (SSI) is one of the main causes of postoperative morbidity and mortality. Appendectomy for acute appendicitis is one of the most commonly performed surgical interventions worldwide. The use of ring retractors to protect the wound edge from contaminated intra-abdominal contents may b...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Ahmed K,Connelly TM,Bashar K,Walsh SR

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Imported childhood malaria has never been studied in Ireland. We aimed to document the incidence and species of malaria in children presenting to paediatric hospitals in Dublin and to examine management and outcome measures. METHODS:Subjects were identified through laboratory archives from the three paediatric ho...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Leahy TR,Malikiwi A,Cafferkey M,Butler KM

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred and forty-nine renal transplant patients attending 2 centres in Dublin were examined. Twelve patients (8.1%) were found to have cutaneous malignancy while dysplastic lesions (premalignant and/or malignant) were identified in 34 (22.8%). The prevalence of cutaneous malignancy in this study is substantially ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Bourke JF,Mellott GJ,Young M,Donohoe J,Carmody M,Keogh JA

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hereditary pancreatitis is an important cause of chronic pancreatitis, which may result in endocrine and exocrine failure. This may necessitate simultaneous pancreas and kidney transplant (SPK). Bladder drainage of the exocrine secretions may cause problems. AIM:To report one such case and its surgical corr...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Connolly EM,Osborne H,Hickey DP

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pre-pubertal varicocele can result in hypotrophy of testes, progressive deterioration of Sertoli cells and spermatogonia cell number, decrease in seminiferous diameter and cause to sperm damage. AIMS:Because of detrimental time-dependent effects of varicocele, this study describes the effects of varicocele ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Habibi B,Seifi B,Mougahi SM,Ojaghi M,Sadeghipour HR

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Approximately one-third of patients with Crohn's disease have a distinct fibrostenosing phenotype predisposing them to recurrent intestinal stricture formation. The intestinal fibroblast was thought to play a critical role in the abnormal wound healing which ends in stricture formation. Recognising this, a laboratory-...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Mulsow J

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We assessed the long term efficacy of Novopen as a form of insulin administration. Records were obtained on 48 patients who were treated with Novopen between January '86 and October '88. Six patients were excluded due to insufficient data. The study group of 42 patients comprised 22 females and 20 males of average age...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Dinneen SF,Cronin CC,O'Sullivan DJ

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:2013 is the tercentenary of the death of Sir Patrick Dun. When Dun died in 1713, he left the proceeds of his estate to enhance medical education in Dublin by funding chairs in medicine. He showed remarkable innovation, but it took 95 years, five Acts of Parliament, two House of Commons enquiries and a Hous...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Mullaney S

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00