Chemoradiotherapy for lung cancer.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Psoriasis is a common skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammatory lesions that are frequently vexing for patients and difficult for physicians to treat. Although multiple therapeutic options are available, all have limitations. Topical preparations have issues with patient adherence, as compared to...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Shutty B,West C,Pellerin M,Feldman S

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Miconazole nitrate is a time-honored antifungal of the imidazole class. OBJECTIVE:To revisit the various aspects of action of the drug in a dermatologic setting. METHOD:Review of the current peer-reviewed publications. RESULTS/CONCLUSION:Miconazole essentially inhibits 14alpha-demethylase, an enzyme requi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Quatresooz P,Vroome V,Borgers M,Cauwenbergh G,Piérard GE

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory, demyelinating disease of the central nervous system affecting both white matter and grey matter in the earliest phases of its course. The crucial role of neurodegeneration in disability progression in MS, regardless of white matter damage, has been confirm...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Pitteri M,Magliozzi R,Bajrami A,Camera V,Calabrese M

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Epileptic emergencies are frequently encountered and include ictal events as status epilepticus or seizure clusters, and non-ictal situations like postictal psychosis or acute drug side effects. The aim of this review was to describe recent pharmacological advances in the treatment of epileptic emergencies...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Zelano J,Ben-Menachem E

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is mutated in 15% of adenocarcinomas of the lung. In addition, the anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) is altered in 8% of adenocarcinomas of the lung. Treatment of EGFR mutant and ALK translocation-positive tumors in NSCLC with tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKI) resu...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Somasundaram A,Socinski MA,Burns TF

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty to forty percent of patients with idiopathic membranous nephropathy have persistent heavy proteinuria and may progress to end-stage kidney disease in 5 - 15 years. The ideal treatment for these patients is a matter of debate. Several nonspecific immunosuppressive regimens have been suggested with the aim of red...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ruggenenti P,Cravedi P,Remuzzi G

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In 1991, small cell lung cancer (SCLC) was reported as the first tumour type where colony stimulating factor (CSF) support was clinically effective. We reviewed 13 health services research studies that addressed CSF use as supportive care for SCLC. METHODS:Findings from American Society of Clinical Oncology...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Adams JR,Lyman GH,Djubegovic B,Feinglass J,Bennett CL

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 1st International Conference on Psychophysiology of Panic Attacks focused on the diversity of treatments and theories in this complex condition. Experimental research topics were featured, as well as treatment strategies, case studies and patient perspectives. The conference aimed to create a strong multi-cultural...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Perry D

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This subgroup analysis of STELLA-LONG TERM interim data explored the long-term safety and efficacy of ipragliflozin in non-elderly vs. elderly Japanese type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:STELLA-LONG TERM is an ongoing 3-year prospective surveillance study of Japanese T2DM ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Maegawa H,Tobe K,Tabuchi H,Nakamura I,Uno S

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a major cause of cancer-related death worldwide. Although advanced NSCLC is still incurable, various anti-neoplastic agents have become available for the treatment of this disease. Pemetrexed , a multi-target folate antagonist, has improved the survival of non-squamous...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Genova C,Rijavec E,Truini A,Coco S,Sini C,Barletta G,Dal Bello MG,Alama A,Savarino G,Pronzato P,Boccardo F,Grossi F

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Aripiprazole long acting once-monthly (AOM) is approved for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults. Despite recent evidence of AOM efficacy in the acute treatment of schizophrenia, it is recommended that AOM should be started once the acute symptoms are controlled and patients are stabilized. However, th...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Amodeo G,Candiracci C,Capecci I,De Filippis S,Giuliani S,Guerani G,Tomasetti C,Villari V,Fagiolini A

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) has become a significant healthcare-associated infection and is strongly associated with antibiotic use. Practice guidelines have recently been revised incorporating updated recommendations for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. AREAS COVERED:This review discusses ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Daniels LM,Kufel WD

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While antibiotic resistance has grabbed the headlines and the attention of the pharmaceutical industry, the lack of susceptibility of biofilms formed both on animate and inanimate surfaces deserve greater attention from the industry, medical practitioners and regulators. The current literature tells us that the inhere...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ceri H,Olson ME,Turner RJ

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Diabetic foot ulcers, especially when they become infected, are a leading cause of morbidity and may lead to severe consequences, such as amputation. Optimal treatment of these diabetic foot problems usually requires a multidisciplinary approach, typically including wound debridement, pressure off-loading,...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Abbas M,Uçkay I,Lipsky BA

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Apomorphine, a medication that has been studied intensively over the years, is available in the US as intermittent subcutaneous injections for treatment of 'off' motor states in Parkinson disease. OBJECTIVE:The clinical literature is summarized with particular focus on randomized controlled studies of apomo...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Gunzler SA

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radiodermatitis in its acute and chronic presentations represents a set of specific adverse effects resulting from ionizing radiations. Skin-field cancerization is another condition associated to or independent of clinically recognizable radiodermatitis. This condition leads to the risk of later occurrence o...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Piérard GE,Piérard-Franchimont C,Paquet P,Quatresooz P

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The safety and efficacy of sodium glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors in non-obese compared with obese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus is unknown. METHODS:We conducted post hoc analyses of the results of a 52-week open-label study of Japanese type 2 diabetes mellitus patients treated with 100 or 200 ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Inagaki N,Goda M,Yokota S,Maruyama N,Iijima H

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The global epidemic of diabetes has led to an epidemic of diabetes complications. Diabetic neuropathy is the most common microvascular complication, of which diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and autonomic neuropathy (AN) are the most prevalent, affecting ~50% of patients. DPN results in pain with a poo...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Azmi S,Alam U,Burgess J,Malik RA

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Treating HIV-infected children remains a challenge due to a lack of treatment options, appropriate drug formulations and, in countries with limited resources, insufficient access to diagnostic tests and treatment. OBJECTIVE:To summarize current data concerning new opportunities to improve the treatment of H...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Van der Linden D,Callens S,Brichard B,Colebunders R

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Somatostatin and its long-acting analogues have been introduced for the treatment of endocrine tumours of the gastrointestinal tract as they have been shown to effectively control symptoms resulting from excessive hormone release in patients with carcinoid, Verner-Morrison and glucagonoma syndromes. This beneficial ef...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Arnold R,Wied M,Behr TH

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The intent of this pooled analysis was to determine the relationship between baseline depression symptom severity and treatment response for escitalopram compared to that for other pooled antidepressant medications (citalopram, duloxetine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline and venlafaxine). METHODS:Data wer...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kilts CD,Wade AG,Andersen HF,Schlaepfer TE

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purine nucleoside analogues, either alone or in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents, are increasingly used in the treatment of patients with indolent B-cell lymphoproliferative disorders. The initial studies in Waldenström's macroglobulinaemia (WM) are very promising. Approximately 40% of patients who h...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Owen RG

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this review is to provide a rationale for evaluating thiazolidinediones (TZDs) as putative treatments for cognitive deficits in individuals with mood disorders. A MedLine search of all English-language articles published between January 1966 and August 2006 was conducted. The search terms were: the non-prop...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： McIntyre RS,Soczynska JK,Woldeyohannes HO,Lewis GF,Leiter LA,MacQueen GM,Miranda A,Fulgosi D,Konarski JZ,Kennedy SH

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Ceftazidime is a third-generation cephalosporin that has activity against Gram-negative bacilli, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The increasing prevalence of antimicrobial resistance and the limited number of antimicrobial agents in development have necessitated a review of the current status of treatmen...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Choi SH,Koh Y

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The availability of antiretroviral therapy has significantly reduced the morbidity and mortality of HIV infection. In addition, improved treatment of opportunistic infections and comorbidities common to patients with HIV is further prolonging the lives of patients. Improvement in the treatment of HIV has led to a sign...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Robertson SM,Penzak SR,Pau AK

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Simplified antiretroviral regimens have been developed with the aim of improving treatment adherence and quality of life of HIV-infected patients. The single-class triple-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor combination has contributed to the improvement of the management of HIV infection, especially in patients...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Mastroianni CM,d'Ettorre G,Vullo V

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of antihypertensive therapy is an evolving paradigm. Although blood pressure (BP) control rates remain low, there have been improvements that may be attributable in part to a recent shift in clinical guidelines that recognizes that most patients will require multiple drugs to reach BP goals and encourages clin...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Calhoun DA

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a life-threatening condition that has been treated with anticoagulation for almost 50 years. OBJECTIVES:To review the current treatment options for PE and discuss recently published new features. METHODS:We reviewed literature involving the treatment strategies for venous t...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Blondon M,Bounameaux H,Righini M

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of death, and hypercholesterolemia is a major risk factor. Statins, with simvastatin among the most widely used, have ample evidence demonstrating prevention of cardiovascular events and mortality. Ezetimibe is effective at improving serum lipids in combination with ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Gryn SE,Hegele RA

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interstitial cystitis is a clinical condition occurring predominantly in women characterised by irritative voiding symptoms in the form of urinary frequency, urgency and pain. Patient symptoms have the potential to significantly affect quality of life, posing a challenge to some to perform activities of daily living. ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lukban JC

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00