A new sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Geneva? Ciprofloxacin-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae, 2002-2005.

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Switzerland, intravenous drug use accounts for the majority of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections. Early HCV treatment prevents further transmissions and reduces morbidity and mortality due to decompensated liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Nevertheless, patients in drug substitution programme...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Bregenzer A,Conen A,Knuchel J,Friedl A,Eigenmann F,Näf M,Ackle P,Roth M,Fux CA

更新日期：2017-11-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The principality of Liechtenstein had its first COVID-19 case at the beginning of March 2020. After exponential growth, the pandemic’s first wave was contained, with the last case being diagnosed 52 days after the initial occurrence. AIM:To characterise the COVID-19 pandemic in Liechtenstein. METHODS...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Thiel SL,Weber MC,Risch L,Wohlwend N,Lung T,Hillmann D,Ritzler M,Risch M,Kohler P,Vernazza P,Kahlert CR,Fleisch F,Cusini A,Karajan TV,Copeland S,Paprotny M

更新日期：2020-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a relatively rare lymphoma entity accounting for an estimated 3%-6% of all non-Hodgkin's lymphoma cases. Characterised by both the incurability of indolent lymphomas and the rapid growth of aggressive lymphomas, MCL has a median overall survival of only 4-5 years. Although the disease oft...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Hitz F,Bargetzi M,Cogliatti S,Lohri A,Taverna C,Renner C,Mey U

更新日期：2013-11-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Sequencing the human genome was the big challenge of the last decade. Ten years later, the large amount of DNA sequences accumulated in our databases allows us to look at genome variations between humans. The level of complexity of these variations is much higher than previously expected. It goes from changes in the n...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Paoloni-Giacobino A

更新日期：2011-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：:In Switzerland, approximately 350,000 people aged 70 years or older own a valid driving license. By law, these drivers are medically assessed every other year, most commonly by their general practitioner, to exclude that a medical condition is interfering with their driving skills. A prerequisite for driving is the in...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Wagner JT,Müri RM,Nef T,Mosimann UP

更新日期：2011-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：:The humble house mouse has long been a workhorse model system in biomedical research. The technology for introducing site-specific genome modifications led to Nobel Prizes for its pioneers and opened a new era of mouse genetics. However, this technology was very time-consuming and technically demanding. As a result, m...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Kaczmarczyk L,Jackson WS

更新日期：2015-10-29 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case series of 11 patients with severe E. faecium infections treated with daptomycin. All strains were resistant to ampicillin (MIC >8 mg/l), but susceptible to vancomycin. Seven out of 11 strains were also highly resistant to gentamicin (MIC >500 mg/l). All patients were treated with multiple broad-spectr...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Rosin C,Bernsmeier C,Entenza JM,Moreillon P,Frei R,Weisser M,Flückiger U

更新日期：2012-06-26 00:00:00

abstract：:The antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA) associated vasculitides (AAV) are a group of primary vasculitides that affect predominantly small- to medium-sized blood vessels. AAV include granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA). D...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Daikeler T,Kistler AD,Martin PY,Vogt B,Huynh-Do U

更新日期：2015-02-06 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:There is increasing pressure on general practitioners (GPs) to identify patients with abdominal obesity in order to reduce the life-threatening consequences of this condition in the population. We aimed to confirm previous findings on the inaccuracy of anthropometric measurements performed by GPs in an academic...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Sebo P,Haller D,Pechère-Bertschi A,Bovier P,Herrmann F

更新日期：2015-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:we performed an open-label national study to evaluate the effects of Bosentan on haemodynamics, exercise capacity, quality of life, safety and tolerability in patients with chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH). PATIENTS AND METHODS:fifteen patients with CTEPH not eligible or waiting f...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Ulrich S,Speich R,Domenighetti G,Geiser T,Aubert JD,Rochat T,Huber L,Treder U,Fischler M

更新日期：2007-10-20 00:00:00

abstract：QUESTIONS UNDER STUDY:In view of the alarming trend in childhood obesity (O) and overweight (OW) observed in certain countries, the aim of the study is to measure the prevalence of O and OW in successive cohorts of elementary school children in Geneva. METHODS:All 5-6-year-old children attending public schools in the ...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Jeannot E,Mahler P,Duperrex O,Chastonay P

更新日期：2010-07-22 00:00:00

abstract：PRINCIPLES:Analysis of the spatial distribution of mortality data is important for identification of high-risk areas, which in turn might guide prevention, and modify behaviour and health resources allocation. This study aimed to update the Swiss mortality atlas by analysing recent data using Bayesian statistical metho...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Chammartin F,Probst-Hensch N,Utzinger J,Vounatsou P

更新日期：2016-02-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:Sleep disturbances are prevalent but often overlooked or underestimated. We suspected that sleep disorders might be particularly common among pharmacy customers, and that they could benefit from counselling. Therefore, we described the prevalence and severity of symptoms associated with sleep a...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Schwegler K,Klaghofer R,Nirkko AC,Mathis J,Hersberger KE,Bloch KE

更新日期：2006-03-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The sero-prevalence of co-infection with the hepatitis B virus (HBV) and the hepatitis D virus (HDV) is well known in many European countries, starting from 6.8% in Germany to more than 27% in some Turkish areas. To gain a better description of this infection in Switzerland, and to characterise those affecte...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Genné D,Rossi I

更新日期：2011-03-18 00:00:00

abstract：:The precise diagnosis of a severe haemorrhagic disorder is usually not too problematic. However, physicians are most often faced with individuals consulting for mild haemorrhagic symptoms, particularly occurring after a surgical intervention. The problem here is to evaluate whether this person really has a bleeding di...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： de Moerloose P,Levrat E,Fontana P,Boehlen F

更新日期：2009-06-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Cartilage hair hypoplasia (CHH) is a rare autosomal recessive ribosomopathy characterised by skeletal and integumentary system manifestations. It may also present with varied forms and intensities of haematopoietic and/or immune disorders. We report a 27-year-old female who presented a picture of combined immunodefici...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Nguyen A,Martin Silva N,de Boysson H,Damaj G,Aouba A

更新日期：2018-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Renal replacement therapy for paediatric end-stage renal disease (ESRD) has developed steadily since its introduction five decades ago. Continuous and long-term analysis of patient outcomes is essential for quality control. METHODS:The Swiss Paediatric Renal Registry, founded in 1970, includes patients diag...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Maurer E,Neuhaus TJ,Weitz M,Kuehni CE,Laube GF

更新日期：2020-07-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide population-based, gestational age (GA) stratified incidence of mortality and morbidities. METHODS:Population-based prospective observational study of infants born between 23 0/7 and 31 6/7 weeks GA in the years 2000-2004 in all Swiss neonatal intensive care units. Outcomes measured were: mortality...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Bajwa NM,Berner M,Worley S,Pfister RE,Swiss Neonatal Network.

更新日期：2011-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:The goal of this study was to assess the feasibility, safety and success of a system which uses radiofrequency energy (RFE) rather than a device for percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO). METHODS:Sixteen patients (10 men, 6 women, mean age 50 years) were included in the study. All of them had a...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Walpoth NB,Habermacher K,Moarof I,Watson S,Wahl A,Windecker S,Schönenberger C,Meier B

更新日期：2008-02-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Considerable criticism has lately been raised by the media regarding the quality of Swiss medical expertises. The present investigation was therefore undertaken to assess the professional quality of Swiss medical expertises. The study was part of a market analysis of medical expertises (MGS study). METHODS:...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Stöhr S,Bollag Y,Auerbach H,Eichler K,Imhof D,Fabbro T,Gyr N

更新日期：2011-03-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Endoscopic retrograde biliary drainage (ERBD) using a plastic stent is suggested to be as effective as endoscopic nasobiliary drainage (ENBD) with a nasobiliary catheter for temporary biliary drainage in acute obstructive cholangitis. However, there are few studies that have compared the two methods. We ther...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Zhang RL,Cheng L,Cai XB,Zhao H,Zhu F,Wan XJ

更新日期：2013-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the long-term effects of comprehensive outpatient versus inpatient rehabilitation with respect to morbidity and mortality, as well as to changes in physical performance and physical activity. DESIGN:A total of 163 consecutive patients were enrolled for comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation (CCR) f...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Steinacker JM,Liu Y,Muche R,Koenig W,Hahmann H,Imhof A,Kropf C,Brandstetter S,Schweikert B,Leidl R,Schiefer DH

更新日期：2011-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS OF THE STUDY:Healthy adults have had the option to receive prescriptionless vaccination against influenza in pharmacies of several Swiss cantons since the 2015/16 influenza season. We aimed to assess in a cost-benefit analysis the resulting net benefits for the Swiss economy and public health, and the benefits tha...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Brunner I,Schmedders K,Wolfensberger A,Schreiber PW,Kuster SP

更新日期：2019-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Kras, a small intracellular GTPase, is a central intermediary of the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and other tyrosine kinase receptor pathways. Increased EGFR and Kras signalling is involved in colorectal carcinogenesis and tumour progression. Mutations of Kras result in the loss of its GTPase activity and t...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Wicki A,Herrmann R,Christofori G

更新日期：2010-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Meningitis due to Streptococcus pneumoniae is a rare complication of trans-sphenoidal surgery. We present the case of a patient who developed pneumococcal meningitis with associated bacteraemia after elective endoscopic trans-sphenoidal resection of a pituitary macro-adenoma. After initial treatment with ceftriaxone a...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Darling KE,Niederhauser J,Bervini D,Giulieri S,Daniel RT,Bille J,Erard V

更新日期：2012-10-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many antimicrobial stewardship programmes (ASPs) target the intensive care unit owing to high antimicrobial utilisation. In this review, we summarise and assess the quality of evidence supporting the implementation of various ASP strategies in the intensive care unit setting with a focus on publications betw...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Mertz D,Brooks A,Irfan N,Sung M

更新日期：2015-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Coronary microcirculation plays a crucial role for the outcomes of patients with STEMI. Although PPCI improves outcomes compared to thrombolysis, a substantial amount of STEMI patients do not achieve optimal myocardial reperfusion. Angiographic methods for assessment of reperfusion like TIMI Flow and MBG are easy to u...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Cuculi F,De Caterina AR,Kharbanda RK,Banning AP

更新日期：2011-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Acute bronchiolitis is the most common lower respiratory tract infection in the first year of life. Current expert opinion and scientific data suggest that pharmaceutical agents have little impact on the natural course of the disease. METHODS:Postal questionnaires were sent to all Swiss paediatricians to ...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Barben J,Hammer J

更新日期：2003-01-11 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Data suggest that a substantial proportion of psychotherapists engage in therapist-client sex (TCS), violating national and international ethical guidelines. The objective of our study was to find a new and effective starting point for preventive interventions. METHOD:Using an online questionnaire, this s...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Hollwich S,Franke I,Riecher-Rössler A,Reiter-Theil S

更新日期：2015-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：PRINCIPLES:Data on associations between physical activity and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have been inconsistent. Although experimental and clinical studies prove that exercise increases gastroesophageal reflux, epidemiological observations on the relationship between GERD and everyday physical effort delive...

journal_title：Swiss medical weekly

authors： Jóźków P,Waśko-Czopnik D,Dunajska K,Medraś M,Paradowski L

更新日期：2007-08-25 00:00:00