Non fluoroscopic ablation of different arrhythmic structures in an electrophysiology unit. Assessment of efficiency and security.

abstract：:Susceptibility to metronidazole of 213 clinical strains of H. pylori from dyspeptic patients was determined by a plate dilution method. Seventy two (33.8%) of the strains were resistant to metronidazole (MIC > 8 mg/L), 20 of these were from 24 patients who had received previously metronidazole (83.3%), giving a primar...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Xia HX,Daw MA,Beattie S,Keane CT,O'Morain CA

更新日期：1993-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-eight carcinoid tumours were stained with monoclonal antibodies to epithelial and neural related intermediate filaments. All were found to express epithelial markers, and none expressed neural markers. These results support the theory that carcinoids are of epithelial, rather than neural crest origin. ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Mooney EE,Casey M,Dervan PA

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This study aimed to investigate the impact of the 2014 safety warnings on use of domperidone, on subsequent prescribing patterns in Ireland. METHODS:The Irish HSE-PCRS pharmacy claims database was used to identify the study cohort (aged 18+), prescribed domperidone from Jan 2014 to Oct 2015. Dosage was available f...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Teeling M,MacAvin MJ,Bennett K

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advocates of transhiatal oesophagectomy warn of the danger of tracheal injury resulting from the blind dissection of tumours of the upper and middle thirds of the oesophagus when the tumour has invaded the membranous part of the trachea. We report an unusual cause of tracheal injury at transhiatal oesophagectomy due t...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Hurley JP,Gallagher H,Keeling P

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is little known regarding how familiar parents are with the newborn bloodspot screening (NBS) test or how well parents of a child with a screen-detected condition understand that condition initially. AIM:The study aim was to examine parental NBS awareness and conditions screened. METHODS:Two studies ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Fitzpatrick P,Fitzgerald C,Somerville R,Linnane B

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A 32-year-old HIV-positive man required ventilation for seizures secondary to viral encephalitis. He had a prolonged care unit stay and had percutaneous tracheostomy performed on day 14 of his admission. He subsequently developed persistent right basal infiltrates and atelectasis on chest radiographs that we...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Rogan MP,Marsh B

更新日期：2010-03-01 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:Tinnitus is a phenomenon that affects approximately 15% of the adult population. A minority of patients will experience chronic bothersome tinnitus that has a detrimental effect on their quality of life. Management of such tinnitus is challenging for healthcare practitioners. Primary care services are the fi...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Kilroy N,El Refaie A

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Among many factors predisposing to monosymptomatic enuresis (MNE) disturbances in urinary electrolites excretion play an important role. Because of many controversies in this field there is a need to debate the role of hypercalciuria in MNE. The aim of our study was to determine the urinary calcium in childr...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Korzeniecka-Kozerska A,Porowski T,Wasilewska A,Stefanowicz M

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Analysis of the results of treatment of localised prostate cancer with radiation and surgery has identified patients who are at high risk of developing metastatic dissemination. High histologic grade, serum prostate specific antigen above 20 ng/ml, extension beyond the capsule of the prostate, and involvement of lymph...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Armstrong J

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dysphagia affects up to 30% of hospitalized patients, and it is associated with numerous complications. AIMS:Assess the impact of a 24/7 dysphagia screening protocol in an Internal Medicine Unit regarding respiratory complications (such as aspiration pneumonia) as the primary outcome. Length of stay and dis...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Taveira I,Silva S,Bonança Í,Parreira D,Antunes C

更新日期：2020-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia syndrome (HITS) is an infrequent complication of heparin anticoagulation. CASE REPORT:We present the case of a 44-year-old male who was admitted with acute ischaemia of his right lower limb. He was initially treated with unfractionated heparin and thrombolysis, but subsequ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Collins D,Moloney MA,O'Donnell D,Brophy D,Sheehan SJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Understanding the impact of a publication by using bibliometric indices becomes an essential activity not only for universities and research institutes but also for individual academicians. This paper aims to provide a brief review of the current bibliometric tools used by authors and editors and proposes an...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Roldan-Valadez E,Salazar-Ruiz SY,Ibarra-Contreras R,Rios C

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite being the most common benign intracardiac tumour with an excellent prognosis after surgical excision the incidence of atrial myxoma (except at autopsy) is unknown. We reviewed all patients admitted to the National Cardiac Surgery Unit (n = 26) with an atrial myxoma over a fifteen year period (1977-1991) to com...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： MacGowan SW,Sidhu P,Aherne T,Luke D,Wood AE,Neligan MC,McGovern E

更新日期：1993-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pneumococcal disease, especially in its invasive form, is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. However, with the advent of vaccination, invasive disease is potentially avoidable. This study aimed to assess the documentation of pneumococcal vaccination status in elderly patients by health...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Macken WL,Macken HC,Callanan I,Butler MW

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) are associated with an increased risk of lower limb amputation and death. Reported mortality rates for patients with DFU are as high as 50% after 5 years. AIMS:The aim of this retrospective study was to examine the 5-year clinical outcomes of patients with high-risk diabetic foot ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Forde H,Wrigley S,O'Murchadha LT,Cusack L,Casserly S,Moneley D,Walsh J,Smith D

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 2006, Dutch authorities introduced a new health financing system of compulsory private for-profit insurance with strong government regulation. This system has recently attracted attention in Ireland. This paper assesses the theoretical arguments and evidence for applying the Dutch ideas to Ireland. In particular, t...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Ryan P,Thomas S,Normand C

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ossifying fibromyxoid tumour of soft parts (OFMT) is a recently described soft tissue tumour. Although rare it deserves recognition as a locally invasive but essentially benign neoplasm. Prior to its description in 1989 by Enzinger, ossifying fibromyxoid tumours of soft parts were classified as a wide variety of lesio...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McCormack D,Lane H,Bennett D,Fenelon G

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cancellation of operations increases theatre costs and decreases efficiency. We examined the causes of theatre cancellations in general surgery. METHODS:The Beaumont hospital database (ORSUS system) and theatre records were examined retrospectively between April 1997 and March 2002. The number and causes of...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Robb WB,O'Sullivan MJ,Brannigan AE,Bouchier-Hayes DJ

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Warfarin is the mainstay of anticoagulation therapy worldwide. CYP2C9 and VKORC1 are two major genetic factors associated with inter-individual and inter-ethnic variability in the warfarin dose. AIM:This study aims to assess the impact of VKORC1-1639G>A polymorphism and the most common CYP2C9 variant allele...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Bazan NS,Sabry NA,Rizk A,Mokhtar S,Badary OA

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Circumcision is one of the world's most common operations. Series describing a new technique involving the use of fibrin-based glue have become more apparent in the literature. Here we outline the first 100 such cases for 62 children and 38 adults in our practice describing complications and learning curve. ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： D'Arcy FT,Jaffry SQ

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Prostate cancer is the most common solid cancer affecting men in Ireland. Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) biopsies of the prostate are routinely performed to diagnose prostate cancer. They are, in general, a safe procedure but are associated with a significant risk of infective complications ranging from fev...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Smyth LG,Mulvin DW

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In automobile accidents, the "seatbelt syndrome" (SBS) consists of a constellation of injuries, predominantly involving thoraco-lumbar vertebral fractures and intraabdominal organ injury. A recent amendment to Irish legislation has made the wearing of seatbelts mandatory for all rear seated passengers in an effort to ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Kelly F,O'Brien GC,Broe PJ

更新日期：2008-12-01 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:Hemoglobin (HB) and red cell distribution width (RDW) are known to be prognostic in many cancer types. The HB-RDW ratio (HRR) is a new biomarker that has been shown to be predictive in some cancer types. However, the prognostic significance of HRR in patients with gastric cancer (GC) is unknown. AIMS:In thi...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Yılmaz A,Mirili C,Tekin SB,Bilici M

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mesenteric venous thrombosis, "the great mimicker", is a very rare disorder in pregnancy and the puerperium, particularly when not associated with any pre-existing thrombophilia or autoimmune states. We describe a patient requiring a resection of 150 cm of gangrenous small bowel after uncomplicated elective Caesarean ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McGurgan P,Holohan M,McKenna P,Gorey TF

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Extrahepatic Portal Hypertension (EPH) is defined as extrahepatic hypertension of the portal venous system in the absence of liver cirrhosis. Isolated splenic vein stenosis/occlusion as one of the causes of extrahepatic portal hypertension is uncommon, comprising less than 5 % of all cases of portal hypert...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： El Kininy W,Kearney L,Hosam N,Broe P,Keeling A

更新日期：2017-05-01 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：INTRODUCTION:The transcription factor forkhead box D3 (FoxD3) is a forkhead protein and serves as a transcriptional repressor. The functions of FoxD3 in embryogenesis and in the development of neural crest cells have been diversely studied. Its role associated with tumor development has attracted attention just in rece...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Wang C,Huang Y,Dai W

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of the Free Cortisol Index, an indirect measurement of the free or metabolically active portion of circulating cortisol, is described. Patients with non-adrenal disease had FCl values in the same range as normal subjects and in patients with adrenal disease the FCl values moved in the same direction as...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Brien TG,Hingerty DJ

更新日期：1975-12-01 00:00:00