Current management of carotid atherosclerosis.

abstract：:Tick bites, associated clinical symptoms, and antibodies against Borrelia burgdorferi were investigated in 77 Finnish army recruits training during summer in an endemic region and 50 control recruits serving outside the habitat of ticks. During a follow-up of 6 months, 26.9% of the study recruits reported tick bites. ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Oksi J,Viljanen MK

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malaria prevention and treatment are big challenges for the French forces deployed in sub-Saharan Africa. Since December 2013, 1,800 French soldiers have been deployed at any one time in the Central African Republic in the framework of "Operation Sangaris" and European Union Force (EUFOR). Over the 2014-2015...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Perisse A,Velut G,Javelle E,Loarer G,Michel R,Simon F

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Of 782 Army families with children that were surveyed, over 10% reported one or more member with health problems or handicapping conditions requiring special ongoing treatment. However, less than half of these were enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program. Families with illnesses/handicaps that were enrolled ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Rosen LN,Bain MW,Moghadam LZ

更新日期：1992-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the clinical outcomes of an aggressive combined cooling technique for exertional heatstroke in Thailand. METHODS:We analyzed patients who were diagnosed with exertional heatstroke between 1995 and 2007. Outcomes were assessed both in hospital and at 3 months follow-up. RESULTS:Twenty-eight case...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Sithinamsuwan P,Piyavechviratana K,Kitthaweesin T,Chusri W,Orrawanhanothai P,Wongsa A,Wattanathum A,Chinvarun Y,Nidhinandana S,Satirapoj B,Supasyndh O,Sriswasdi C,Prayoonwiwat W,Phramongkutklao Army Hospital Exertional Heatstro

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Global operations place large numbers of military and nonmilitary personnel in austere environments. Aeromedical evacuation for cardiovascular issues is periodically required. The Army Knowledge Online (AKO) Telemedicine Consultation Program was initiated by the Office of the Surgeon General to electronicall...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Rand ER,Lappan CM,Lee JC,Furgerson JL

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seasonal aeroallergens commonly cause allergic conjunctivitis, rhinorrhea, sinusitis, and cough in sensitized individuals. These clinical symptoms are the result of IgE-mediated type I hypersensitivity reactions, which trigger the degranulaton of mast cells and basophils. In contrast, aeroallergens are not common prec...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Fajardo KA,Wohltmann WE

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this investigation is to determine if intraosseous infusion (IO) is a suitable method for the delivery of recombinant human factor VIIa (rFVIIa) during hemorrhagic shock. The measures that were used to evaluate IO delivery suitability included: (1) determination of clinically significant local or system...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Wright JK,Christy RJ,Tharp RV,Kalns JE

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this article, the authors discuss some of the hard realities of chemical and biological warfare defense in terms of the medical and medical logistics implications. In the opinion of the authors, there are no adequate defensive measures at present which would protect troops and sailors from the effects of either che...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Hayes DP,Marrese M

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine changes in select anaerobic and aerobic dependent physical performance tasks in U.S. Marines exposured to field operations at moderate altitude. The subjects (N = 16) completed Wingate anaerobic power, submaximal aerobic cycle ergometry, hand grip strength, and push-up tests on...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Hackney AC,Kelleher DL,Coyne JT,Hodgdon JA

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Introduction:Smallpox, or vaccinia, has been eradicated worldwide as a disease; however, it may be weaponized and is thus a required immunization when military members deploy to certain parts of the world. Materials and Methods:We report two unusual cases of genital autoinoculation following smallpox vaccination. Res...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Whittington JR,Rollene NL,Gist RS

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of explosive armaments during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation New Dawn has resulted in a significant number of injured U.S. service members. These weapons often generate substantial extremity trauma requiring multiple surgical procedures to preserve life, limb, and restore fu...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Pasquina PF,Isaacson BM,Johnson E,Rhoades DS,Lindholm MP,Grindle GG,Cooper RA

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

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：INTRODUCTION:The purpose of this study is to characterize self-reported protective factors against suicide or self-harm within free-response comments from a harm-risk screening. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Veterans enrolled in Department of Veterans Affairs mental health care were administered a self-harm and suicide screen...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Williamson AK,Riendeau RP,Stolzmann K,Silverman AF,Kim B,Miller CJ,Connolly SL,Pitcock J,Bauer MS

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Wars in Afghanistan and Iraq witnessed the first widespread use of U.S. Army Forward Surgical Teams (FSTs). Although doctrinally designed to support maneuver brigades in a linear front conflict, FSTs were quickly adapted to fulfill area support and special operation support missions as part of Operation Enduring F...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Counihan TC,Danielson PD

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chyle leaks are a rare but potentially fatal complication of head and neck surgery carrying an incidence as high as 8.3%. The development of a chyle leak carries significant morbidity ranging from delayed wound healing to oropharyngeal fistulas. Presented here is a case of a chyle leak that developed following a left ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Meyer CD,McLeod IK,Gallagher DJ

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Foreign bodies, in particular sand and soil particles, can cause considerable reaction in wounds and remain in tissues indefinitely. The introduction of foreign material as a contaminant in wounds and intracavitary injuries to military personnel deployed in the Persian Gulf region can be a complicating factor in treat...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Perdue P,Kazarian KK,Odeyale C,Quance J,Hayward I,Williams T

更新日期：1992-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hepatitis B (HBV) markers were studied in 710 subjects who had been on active duty for over 6 months in the Italian Armed Forces. The prevalence of HBsAg carriers was found to be 4.4%, while 31.6% of the subjects were positive for various HBV antibodies. A total of 137 subjects were vaccinated with an anti-HBV vaccine...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： D'Amelio R,Matricardi PM,Nisini R,Le Moli S,Fattorossi A,Di Addario A,Castagliuolo PP

更新日期：1989-12-01 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:The Assessment of Military Multitasking Performance (AMMP1) consists of six dual-task and multitask military-relevant performance-based assessments which were developed to provide assistance in making return-to-duty decisions after concussion or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI.) The Run-Roll-Aim (RRA) ta...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Prim JH,Favorov OV,Cecchini AS,Scherer MR,Weightman MM,McCulloch KL

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-four pilots (age 20-32 years) were monitored with a Holter monitor during 26 hours including a high-Gz flight in order to evaluate heart rate (HR) and cardiac rhythm. Flight experience did not predict the mean in-flight HR (range 69-121 beats/minute), which decreased with increasing age and correlated to the ma...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Skyttä J,Karjalainen J,Aho J,Laitinen LA,Lindqvist A

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Combat casualties have endured an increase in traumatic lower extremity amputations secondary to improvised explosive devices. Often surgical control of the proximal vasculature is required. We evaluate the safety profile of exploratory laparotomy (EXLAP) for proximal control (PC) in combat-injured patients....

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Hathaway E,Glaser J,Cardarelli C,Dunne J,Elster E,Safford S,Rodriguez C

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Data from 12 Department of Veterans Affairs patients hospitalized for status asthmaticus were analyzed to determine the rate and degree of response to therapy. The time to achieve recovery was directly related to the level of baseline obstruction at the time of hospital admission. The recovery rate was constant and co...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Klaustermeyer WB,Kinney JL

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the last 50 years, members of the U.S. military have faced the threat of malaria in diverse geographical locations and operational situations, resulting in considerable morbidity and mortality. However, because malaria may be transported out of endemic areas and into areas that are free of malaria, the threat doe...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Porter WD

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, patients with acute renal failure as a result of crush syndrome after the Marmara earthquake were evaluated retrospectively. Six hundred thirty injured patients were evaluated after the Marmara earthquake at Gülhane Military Medical Academy. Acute renal failure in association with crush syndrome develop...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Poçan S,Ozkan S,Us MH,Cakir O,Gökben M

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) are used at the majority of U.S. medical schools. Given the high resource demands with constructing and administering OSCEs, understanding how OSCEs relate to typical performance measures in medical school could help educators more effectively design curricu...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Dong T,Saguil A,Artino AR Jr,Gilliland WR,Waechter DM,Lopreaito J,Flanagan A,Durning SJ

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to examine physical work performance, energy cost, and physiological fatigue in military personnel during simulated operational conditions. Using a within-subject, repeated-measures design, 34 military personnel volunteered to undergo two experimental conditions: with body armor (BA+) and...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Ricciardi R,Deuster PA,Talbot LA

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intravenous cannula and administration set fixation is crucial for fluid resuscitation and intravenous administration of medications. Because conventional hospital fixations are insufficient for the military field scenario, two consecutive, prospective, randomized, clinical trials were performed in the Israel Defense ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Fried E,Shochat T,Har-even Y,Cohen Y

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankle-arm index (AAI) and pulse volume recording (PVR) are commonly used in the early postoperative period to measure the outcome after lower-extremity revascularization. They are also used in addition to duplex scan for long-term follow-up of these patients. We noticed that in some patients the AAI and/or PVR after r...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Tripathi S,Farid A,Deshmukh N

更新日期：1997-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study's objective was to describe: (1) patterns of cancer prevalence and type, (2) patient demographics, and (3) the sources, and cost, of medical care in the military beneficiary population using the Military Health System administrative databases. Calendar year 2002 patient enrollment, inpatient and outpatient ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Crawford RS 3rd,Wu J,Park D,Barbour GL

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of traumatic event exposure and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were surveyed in a cohort of 198 full-time operational members of the South African National Defence Force stationed in their "home" unit between deployments. Approximately 90% of members reported having experienced or witnessed traum...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Seedat S,le Roux C,Stein DJ

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00