Childhood predictors of military fitness: a prospective, community-based, follow-up study from age 8 to age 18.

abstract：:Laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) has become the community standard in corneal refractive surgery and is being performed by surgeons in the Army, Navy, and Air Force. LASIK differs from photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) in that a partial-thickness corneal flap is created in the LASIK procedure before removing a mic...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Franklin QJ,Tanzer DJ

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article examines how the U.S. Army came to adopt the physical profile. In 1945, the Army adopted the physical profile system that has, with some changes, survived to this day. Although the profile system does not always work smoothly, it replaced a system that was failing completely to deliver physically fit men ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Marble S

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case report of an army soldier presenting to the emergency department with acute metabolic derangement resulting in encephalopathy, cerebral edema, and death is presented. The patient had no medical diagnoses before entering military service and was triaged in the emergency department with the common complaint of pr...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Tobin MR,Grisham J,Brigg A,Kinder B

更新日期：2020-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Arterial thromboembolic events are not common after chemotherapy. We present a case of a cerebrovascular accident, which developed after chemotherapy in a patient with a germ cell tumor. A 34-year-old man with a testicular germ cell tumor who did not have any comorbid disease was admitted to hospital. After a radical ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Karagoz B,Bilgi O,Akyol I,Ozgun A,Turken O,Kandemir EG

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although research for accelerated resolution therapy (ART) has been predominately for post-traumatic stress disorder, ART has shown promise as a treatment for other behavioral health conditions as well. ART is a brief, trauma-focused, eye movement-based therapy that has been successfully utilized to treat a wide array...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Schimmels J,Waits W

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cervical radiculopathy is a common disorder that portends significant morbidity. The presence of radiculopathy can have a debilitating effect on patients as well as a significant economic impact. Active duty military patients with increased physical occupational demands can be significantly impacted by cervi...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Zarkadis NJ,Cleveland AW,Kusnezov NA,Dunn JC,Caram PM,Herzog JP

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Firearm-related injuries account for 20% of all injury-related deaths and are responsible for 105,000 injuries annually. The occurrence of bullet emboli to the heart is exceedingly rare. Given the rarity of emboli, controversy exists over management. The primary endpoint of this study is to establish a man...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Yoon B,Grasso S,Hofmann LJ

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:It is important to monitor the use of optometric services by Veterans and consider the implications for other optometric and vision rehabilitation services. We did not find public health reports documenting the recent utilization of Veterans Health Administration (VHA) optometric eye exam services. METHOD...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Fant G,Backus L

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Swimming-induced pulmonary edema (SIPE) is a noncardiogenic form of acute pulmonary edema infrequently described in the general military literature. Its pathophysiology is poorly understood. Treatment is supportive. Knowledge of SIPE is important for the military physician and should remain a top differential for any ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Haran JB,Donaldson C,Kicker PW

更新日期：2020-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Community-acquired, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (cMRSA), soft tissue infections are becoming increasingly prevalent in the outpatient setting. Few studies have been specifically designed to examine the efficacy of oral antibiotic therapy for these infections. We performed an observational study to dete...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Barnes EV 2nd,Dooley DP,Hepburn MJ,Baum SE

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, pyogenic vertebral osteomyelitis has been documented following transcolonic passage of bullets lodging in or near the vertebral column. It is becoming more recognized that foreign body missiles are not as sterile as was once thought--especially after passage through the gastrointestinal tract--and that this ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Miller BR,Schiller WR

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In open, intra-articular distal humerus fracture caused by gunshot injury, full functional recovery is difficult to obtain. Three basic treatment methods are available: minimal internal fixation, open reduction-internal fixation, and external fixation. In Gülhane Military Medical Academy Department of Orthopedics and ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Kömürcü M,Yanmiş I,Ateşalp AS,Gür E

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of this study is to introduce a virtual radiology rotation curriculum that is being used to safely maintain medical student and intern education and engagement with the Department of Radiology at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mitigation....

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Adams CC,Shih R,Peterson PG,Lee MH,Heltzel DA,Lattin GE

更新日期：2020-10-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study assesses the sensitivity of self-collected rectovaginal culture specimens for group B Streptococcus by pregnant patients. METHODS:A volunteer sample of 240 pregnant women at 28 weeks gestation self-collected rectovaginal culture swabs to screen for the presence of group B Streptococcus. The patien...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Spieker MR,White DG,Quist BK

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Isoniazid prophylaxis is a major part of the U.S. Air Force tuberculosis (TB) screening program and is closely tied to the efforts to eliminate TB. If a facility has a low prevalence rate of TB and there is no sound epidemiological evidence to rule out a false-positive TB skin test, a higher threshold for what constit...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Popper SE,Hebrink ST,Smith DA,Stewart TB

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Yellow fever is a mosquito-transmitted hemorrhagic viral disease that is endemic to tropical regions in South America and Africa. It remains a significant health concern for deploying military personnel, accordingly vaccination is frequently performed on troops. Although the vaccine is generally administered with only...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Rowland M,Plackett TP,Smith R

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increasing incidence of malignant melanoma challenges physicians to find innovative ways to preserve function and appearance in affected areas that require partial resection. We carefully planned the resection of a malignant lesion between the third and fourth toes of a 77-year-old man with the aid of computer tec...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Kaufman M,Vantuyl A,Japour C,Ghosh BC

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema (NCPE) is a rare entity manifested by pulmonary edema with normal pulmonary arterial pressures. NCPE has been described in children and recently reported in adults. Onset is rapid and late recognition or inappropriate treatment may lead to a fatal outcome. Most adult cases have been att...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Soldano SL,Place LB,Edwards FH,Cohen AJ

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Camp Bullis, Texas, is an active training facility for the U.S. Army and Air Force with a storied history dating back to the late 19th century. In the early 1940s, an epidemic of a seasonal tick-borne rickettsial-like illness occurred at Camp Bullis; the last case was reported in 1947. To date, the etiology of this di...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Murray CK,Dooley DP

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study examined soldier attitudes about postdeployment mental health screening, treatment, barriers to care, strategies for overcoming barriers, and settings, personnel and timing for conducting postdeployment mental health screening. METHODS:Deploying soldiers participated in a voluntary anonymous surve...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Warner CH,Appenzeller GN,Mullen K,Warner CM,Grieger T

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Burkholderia pseudomallei and B. mallei are two highly pathogenic bacteria responsible for melioidosis and glanders, respectively. Our laboratory developed hydrolysis probe-based real-time polymerase chain reaction assays targeting type three secretion system (TTS) and transposase family protein (TFP) of B. pseudomall...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Zhang B,Wear DJ,Kim HS,Weina P,Stojadinovic A,Izadjoo M

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After the conclusion of major ground combat operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom, the focus of the mission changed, although intense armed conflict continued. Included in this mission was management of security detainees, including provision of their medical care. We retrospectively reviewed the admission records...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Murray CK,Roop SA,Hospenthal DR

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Baseline symptom, balance, and neurocognitive scores have become an integral piece of the concussion management process. Factors such as sleep, learning disorders, fitness level, and sex have been linked to differences in performance on baseline assessments; however, it is unclear how tobacco use may affec...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Roach SP,Houston MN,Peck KY,Svoboda SJ,Kelly TF,Malvasi SR,McGinty GT,Campbell DE,Cameron KL

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：:The U.S. military health care system forms a vast network across thousands of miles to serve patients in the Pacific theater. The medical treatment facilities in the Pacific, however, act independently and do not effectively track patients in the air evacuation system. The patients and the tracking systems are so disc...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Olsen JC

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Military medical subspecialists consult with referring physicians, direct patient care and education, support isolated subspecialists, and maintain cohesive readiness plans. The World Wide Web appears promising in fulfilling these roles. METHODS:A website providing directed resources, the Walter Reed Army M...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Welch PG

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Segmental bony defects in open fractures of the tibia are bridged with bone grafting, free vascularized fibular grafts, or an external ring fixator. A 33-year-old man sustained a gunshot injury to his left leg, resulting in Gustillo type IIIB open fractures of the tibia and fibula. The tibia had a segmental massive de...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Goren D,Sapir O,Stern A,Nyska M

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Each year, a substantial proportion of trainees who enter the U.S. Air Force (USAF) Basic Military Training (BMT) are unable to complete training. Reentry to civilian life poses significant challenges, including finding employment, establishing a new career path, and paying for education. To our knowledge,...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Smith LM,Stanley IH,Joiner TE

更新日期：2020-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to compare military suicide rates with civilian suicide rates, adjusting for age and sex differences that exist between the two populations. The number of active component (AC) service members whose manner of death was certified as suicide was determined for specific age and sex groups ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Reimann CA,Mazuchowski EL

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Presented is the first descriptive data on a large military Podiatry Clinic supporting largely combat troops. Data consist of initial podiatric problems of soldiers and other beneficiaries of podiatric care. Demographic, physician referral patterns, and other pertinent summarized survey information of outpatient utili...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Jones RO,Christenson CJ,Lednar WM

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this work was to determine the concentration and ratio of uranium isotopes in allied forces Gulf War veterans. The 27 patients had their 24-hour urine samples analyzed for 234U, 235U, 236U, and 238U by mass spectrometry. The urine samples were evaporated and separated into isotopic dilution and concentr...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Horan P,Dietz L,Durakovic A

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00