Assessment of liposome bupivacaine infiltration versus continuous femoral nerve block for postsurgical analgesia following total knee arthroplasty: a retrospective cohort study.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine resource utilization in controller naïve children diagnosed with asthma receiving initial therapy with fluticasone propionate (FP) and salmeterol (SAL) in a single inhaler (FSC), FP alone, montelukast (MON), inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) + SAL from separate inhalers, or ICS + MON. RESEARCH DESIGN...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Stempel DA,Riedel AA,Carranza Rosenzweig JR

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We sought to evaluate the relationship between different levels of medication possession ratio (MPR) attained and achievement of clinically meaningful reductions in lipid levels. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:This was a retrospective cohort study of 4691 new statin users from the Department of Veteran Affairs ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Watanabe JH,Bounthavong M,Chen T

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: In routine clinical practice, the implantation of a drug-eluting stent (DES) versus a bare metal stent (BMS) for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has been guided by criteria for appropriate use. The cost-effectiveness (CE) of adopting these guidelines, however, is not clear, and was investigated fr...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Ariyaratne TV,Ademi Z,Ofori-Asenso R,Huq MM,Duffy SJ,Yan BP,Ajani AE,Clark DJ,Billah B,Brennan AL,New G,Andrianopoulos N,Reid CM

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify and compare health-economic models that were developed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of treatments for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and their use within Health Technology Assessments (HTAs). METHODS:In total, six commonly used databases were searched for articles published between Octobe...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Charokopou M,Sabater FJ,Townsend R,Roudaut M,McEwan P,Verheggen BG

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This survey assessed the impact of symptoms of COPD on patients' ability to perform activities throughout the day and the extent to which physicians provided advice including how medications may help maintain quality of life. METHODS:The survey had three inclusion criteria--physician's diagnosis of COPD, ag...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： O'Hagan P,Chavannes NH

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nausea with or without vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) is the most common medical condition in pregnancy. NVP, even with mild symptoms, is associated with costs to society, patients, and the health care system. OBJECTIVE:The main objective of this study was to estimate the total direct and indirect costs per wo...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Piwko C,Ungar WJ,Einarson TR,Wolpin J,Koren G

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a general perception that research is underdeveloped in rehabilitation professions. However, a PubMed search found that the growth in publications in the rehabilitation field was twice that of the general medical field. Despite this growth, another study focusing on Europe found that the proportion ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Decullier E,Tourmente B,Dessez B,Guilhot N,Witko A

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia seen in clinical practice and has attracted much attention due to its association with a substantial mortality and morbidity, particularly from stroke, thromboembolism and heart failure. This Editorial Commentary provides a brief overview of the ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Khoo CW,Lip GY

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The goals of diabetes management have evolved over the past decade to become the attainment of near-normal glucose and cardiovascular risk factor levels. Improved metabolic control is achieved through optimized medication regimens, but costs specifically associated with such optimization have not been examin...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Crivera C,Suh DC,Huang ES,Cagliero E,Grant RW,Vo L,Shin HC,Meigs JB

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore relationships between beta-cell function and incident cardiovascular events, death, and medical costs among elderly individuals. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:In a prospective, population-based cohort of 4555 elderly individuals, we examined the effect of beta-cell function on incident cardiovascula...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Curtis LH,Hammill BG,Bethel MA,Anstrom KJ,Liao L,Gottdiener JS,Schulman KA

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the analgesic efficacy and safety of oxymorphone extended release (ER) and oxycodone controlled release (CR) in patients with moderate to severe cancer pain. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:This randomized, multicenter, double-blind, 2-period crossover study included adult outpatients (>or= 18 years o...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Gabrail NY,Dvergsten C,Ahdieh H

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The Glucose and Lipid Assessment in Diabetes (GLAD) trial examined the dose-response relationship of the dual peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) alpha/gamma agonist tesaglitazar in type 2 diabetic patients. STUDY DESIGN:GLAD was a 12-week, multicenter, international, randomized, parallel-group...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Goldstein BJ,Rosenstock J,Anzalone D,Tou C,Ohman KP

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To conduct a preliminary evaluation of a new oral formulation of controlled-release (CR) oxybutynin tablet taken once-daily in patients with urinary urge incontinence. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:A single-centre, open-label, 8-week study was conducted. Patients with urodynamically-confirmed detrusor instabil...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Radomski SB,Caley B,Reiz JL,Miceli PC,Harsanyi Z,Darke AC

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This brief review describes conservative treatment methods for pelvic venous congestion. Therapy options: The authors present an analysis of the efficacy of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), ergot alkaloid derivatives, hormonal agents, venoprotective agents, and compression therapy in the trea...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Gavrilov SG,Turischeva OO

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fasting during the month of Ramadan is practiced by over 1.5 billion Muslims worldwide. It remains unclear, however, how this change in lifestyle affects heart failure, a condition that has reached epidemic dimensions. This study examined the effects of fasting in patients with acute heart failure (AHF) usin...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Salam AM,Sulaiman K,Alsheikh-Ali AA,Singh R,Asaad N,Al-Qahtani A,Salim I,AlHabib KF,Al-Zakwani I,Al-Jarallah M,AlMahmeed W,Bulbanat B,Ridha M,Bazargani N,Amin H,Al-Motarreb A,Al Faleh H,Albackr H,Panduranga P,Shehab

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The systematic use of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate (2-OCA) became routine in our cardiac unit in 2000. This topical skin adhesive has been used in conjunction with conventional suturing for skin closure and prevention of postoperative wound infections by means of its performance as a microbial barrier to exogenou...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Souza EC,Fitaroni RB,Januzelli DM,Macruz HM,Camacho JC,Souza MR

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a single-blind study in general practice, 60 patients with anxiety neuroses were randomly allocated to receive either 0.5 mg haloperidol twice daily or 2 mg diazepam 3-times daily for 6 weeks. Eighteen patients (6 on haloperidol and 12 on diazepam) were excluded from the analysis of efficacy. On the Hamilton Rating...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Budden MG

更新日期：1979-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare 1-year direct healthcare costs and utilization among children and adolescents initiating non-stimulant medications atomoxetine (ATX) or extended-release guanfacine (GXR). METHODS:In this retrospective, observational cohort study, children and adolescents aged 6-17 years with attention deficit/hyp...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Molife C,Haynes VS,Nyhuis A,Faries DE,Gelwicks S,Kelsey DK,Alatorre CI

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Differences between interferons have been evaluated for over 20 years. While randomized controlled trial (RCT) data is mainly used for assessments and strong data for causal inferences, it does not necessarily reflect everyday practice. Real-world data may provide additional information. PURPOSE:To assess t...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Einarson TR,Bereza BG,Machado M

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder of the elderly, characterised by widespread loss of central cholinergic function. The only symptomatic treatment proven effective to date is the use of cholinesterase (ChE) inhibitors to augment surviving cholinergic activity. ChE inhibitors act on t...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Greig NH,Utsuki T,Yu Q,Zhu X,Holloway HW,Perry T,Lee B,Ingram DK,Lahiri DK

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper represents a review, by experts, of current opinion and information on intermittent claudication (IC) and the role that cilostazol plays in its treatment. IC is a common and debilitating condition that has a significant adverse impact on health-related quality of life (HR-QoL). It is currently under-recogni...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Barnett AH,Bradbury AW,Brittenden J,Crichton B,Donnelly R,Homer-Vanniasinkam S,Mikhailidis DP,Stansby G

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide a commentary on recent studies with the new IOP-lowering fixed-combination product brinzolamide 1%/timolol 0.5%. METHODS:Medline was searched for brinzolamide/timolol fixed-combination clinical literature (up to May 18, 2010) and the current comprehensive brinzolamide/timolol literature was review...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Januleviciene I

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Anemia is a complication of chronic kidney disease and may contribute to adverse clinical outcomes. Early identification and treatment of anemia may improve cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. No large-scale population data are available specifically for patients with chronic kidney disease regarding prev...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： McClellan W,Aronoff SL,Bolton WK,Hood S,Lorber DL,Tang KL,Tse TF,Wasserman B,Leiserowitz M

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is widely and successfully used in immunosuppressive regimens for the prophylaxis of organ rejection following transplantation. Conventionally, it is administered at a fixed dose without serial measurements of plasma concentrations of mycophenolic acid (MPA), the active metabolite...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Kaplan B

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:An economic analysis (based on interim data from a long-term, randomised, multi-centre, controlled, clinical trial) to evaluate chemotherapy with XELOX (capecitabine/oxaliplatin) versus FOLFOX6 (5Fluorouracil/leucovorin/oxaliplatin) as an adjuvant treatment for high risk colorectal cancer patients in Greece....

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Maniadakis N,Fragoulakis V,Pectasides D,Fountzilas G

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: To assess real-world costs for patients with hemophilia A treated with bypassing agents versus factor VIII (FVIII) replacement. Methods: Claims data from a large US health insurer during 1 January 2006-30 September 2014 were used for analysis. Treated patients with hemophilia A were identified based on ≥1 m...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Swindle JP,Xu Y,Mu Y,Solari PG

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A trial was carried out in 30 patients to assess the effectiveness of indanyl carbenicillin in acute or chronic urinary tract infections, many of which were complicated by a pathological urological or medical condition. In all patients, infection was due to a single species of pathogen: E. coli (19), Proteus (6), and ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Giamarellou E,Papazachos G,Piperakis G,Daikos G

更新日期：1976-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Previous systematic reviews and meta-analyses of treatments in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) derived their findings from either placebo-controlled studies only or separately from head-to-head and comparative studies. The purpose of this study is to compare annualized relapse rates (ARR) of fi...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Roskell NS,Zimovetz EA,Rycroft CE,Eckert BJ,Tyas DA

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To systematically identify and assess current quality measures for anticoagulation in atrial fibrillation (AF), venous thromboembolism (VTE) treatment and surgical VTE prophylaxis. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:Fifteen quality measure websites were searched as were bibliographic databases (January 2000-Februar...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Sobieraj DM,White CM,Parker M,Bookhart BK,Coleman CI

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Clinical evidence supports the use of cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) in advanced heart failure, but its cost-effectiveness is still unclear. This analysis assessed the economic and health consequences in the UK of implanting a CRT in patients with NYHA class III-IV heart failure. METHODS:A discrete ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Caro JJ,Guo S,Ward A,Chalil S,Malik F,Leyva F

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00