A case of Pott's disease in a 20-year-old military dependent.

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：:Between December 2016 and April 2017, two cases of invasive Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections were reported at a Canadian military training facility. An outbreak was declared and a field investigation was launched to characterize the outbreak and identify associated risk factors to limit transmission. Throat cult...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Hammond-Collins K,Strauss B,Barnes K,Demczuk W,Domingo MC,Lamontagne MC,Lu D,Martin I,Tepper M

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Microparticle immunoenzymatic assay (MEIA) is a new, ultrasensitive technique recently introduced for detection of prostatic specific antigen (PSA). It is easily performed, totally automated, and cheaper and faster than radioimmunometric techniques. In this study, the levels of PSA in 194 males with urologic problems ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Sánchez de la Muela P,Povo Castilla J,Bobillo de Lamo M,Rosales F,Pérez-Piqueras JL

更新日期：1995-08-01 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 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

abstract：:Recent advances in the learning sciences offer remarkable potential to improve medical education and maximize the benefits of emerging medical technologies. This article describes 2 major innovation areas in the learning sciences that apply to simulation and other aspects of medical learning: Perceptual learning (PL) ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Kellman PJ

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Investigations into the financial relationships between orthopedic surgeons and device manufacturers have recently been investigated. Despite these investigations, the public appears to maintain trust and confidence that their surgeons are acting in patients' best interest. However, patient perceptions of th...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Ortiz D 3rd,Jenne J

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with poor health but there is a gap between need and receipt of care. It is useful to understand where to optimally locate in-person care and where video-based PTSD care would be most useful to minimize access to care barriers, care outside the Veterans Affairs syste...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Musdal H,Shiner B,Chen T,Ceyhan ME,Watts BV,Benneyan J

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Weight or fat reduction and maintenance among military personnel and attainment of desired body composition and physical appearance are considered important. A high level of body fat has been shown to have an adverse effect on performance in a number of military activities. The effect of rapid weight loss on performan...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Naghii MR

更新日期：2006-06-01 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：:As researchers examine the efficacy of interventions that simultaneously target more than 1 symptom, it is important to identify ways to help guide research and program development. This study used electronic medical record data to examine the covariation of multiple risk factors regularly assessed among primary care ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Funderburk JS,Kenneson A,Maisto SA

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the delivery of health services to different ethnic groups in the war and postwar periods in the area of Livno, Bosnia and Herzegovina. METHODS:The total population, percentages by nationality, and numbers of persons medically or surgically treated at the War and General Hospital of Livno betw...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Misic Z,Mamic I,Krezo S,Plavec A,Vrdoljak S,Karelovic D

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diphyllobothrium, also known as the "Broad Tapeworm" or "Fish Tapeworm," is a genus of Cestoda acquired through the consumption of undercooked fish. Although infection by a Diphyllobothrium spp. in the United States is rare, it remains an important global zoonosis, with an estimated burden of approximately 20 million ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Reilly DF

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Burnout is a syndrome of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment that can occur among individuals who do "people work" of some kind. Health care providers, including dentists, are at high risk for burnout because their occupations often require intense interactions between themselv...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Shelley JJ,Wong M

更新日期：1991-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The United States military relies on visual acuity standards to assess enlistment induction and military occupational specialty eligibility, as well as to monitor soldiers' combat vision readiness. However, these vision standards are not evidence based and may not accurately reflect appropriate standards for military ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Wells KH,Wagner H,Reich LN,Hardigan PC

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study identified chemical and environmental exposures specifically associated with the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Exposures were self-reported in a postal questionnaire, in the period of 2000-2002, by 1,424 Australian male Persian Gulf War veterans in relation to their 1991 Persian Gulf War deployment and by 625 Pers...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Glass DC,Sim MR,Kelsall HL,Ikin JF,McKenzie D,Forbes A,Ittak P

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using a gas mask (GM) may involve considerable inconvenience, impairment of respiration and communication, and serious psychological reactions. The medical literature is primarily focused on the occupational aspects of using the GM by young and healthy workers. In contrast, there is hardly any information concerning t...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Golan E,Arad M,Atsmon J,Shemer J,Nehama H

更新日期：1992-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Current military operations in the Middle East involve active duty, National Guard, and reserve troops from all services. Despite common misconceptions, the desert environment in this region has significant aeroallergen seasons that may exacerbate allergic rhinitis. OBJECTIVE:To review perennial and seasona...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Waibel KH

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hemorrhage is the leading cause of potentially preventable death on the battlefield. The tactical combat casualty care guidelines recommend the use of the radial pulse strength to guide the administration of blood products or intravenous fluids when equipment for blood pressure monitoring is not available....

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Naylor JF,Fisher AD,April MD,Schauer SG

更新日期：2020-12-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Experience with advanced surgery for the treatment of civilian gunshot injuries supports the changes in approach and indications for the treatment of war gunshot injuries. Eight patients with gluteal gunshot wounds are presented with typical war injuries. They were wounded during 1992 and 1993 in the war in Croatia an...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Vukić Z

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 26-year-old pregnant female was treated for an intralobar sequestration presenting as exsanguinating hemoptysis. The case brings forth strong evidence supporting an acquired rather than a congenital cause of some intralobar sequestrations. We discuss the anatomy, epidemiology, and pathogenesis of bronchopulmonary se...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Freeman RK,Maxwell JM

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rate of war-related amputations in current U.S. military personnel is now twice that experienced by military personnel in previous wars. We reviewed the literature for health outcomes following war-related amputations and 17 studies were retrieved with evidence that (a) amputees are at a significant risk for devel...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Robbins CB,Vreeman DJ,Sothmann MS,Wilson SL,Oldridge NB

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Deep water running (DWR) has become a well-recognized from of cardiovascular conditioning for injured athletes and has been used successfully to maintain running performance. DWR provides for decreased stress and weightbearing to injured tissue and joints, allows for maintenance of cardiovascular fitness and a trainin...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Burns AS,Lauder TD

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gunshot wounds to the head are usually fatal injuries, despite all medical and surgical interventions. Ventricular injury is a poor prognostic factor-for penetrating cranial gunshot wounds. Intraventricular hemorrhage and ventricular lacerations are the main components of such injuries. The incidence, management, and ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Erdogan E,Izci Y,Gonul E,Timurkaynak E

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The medical literature describes very few cases of bilateral femoral neck stress fractures in healthy adolescents. We studied the case of a healthy adolescent male Marine who suffered severe bilateral femoral neck stress fractures within a span of 7 months. As his level of exercise was no different than his other coll...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Romero AN,Kohart SR

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case is presented of a young active duty woman who experienced nonpsychotic denial of pregnancy until she precipitously delivered a healthy full-term infant. Despite the lack of prenatal care and the requirement for neonatal resuscitation, the child has apparently developed normally. The woman had no ongoing psychia...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Neifert PL,Bourgeois JA

更新日期：2000-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:For nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), radiotherapy is the primary treatment. However, complications occur after radiation to the nasopharynx, which could potentially affect the flying safety. Four fighter pilots with NPC were reported. With early to locally advanced NPC, they received radiotherapy with or without concur...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Chen SM,Lin KT,Dai YH,Chiang KT,Lee SY

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Like all health care delivery systems, the U.S. Department of Defense Military Health System (MHS) strives to achieve top preventative care and population health outcomes for its members while operating at an efficient level and containing costs. The objective of this study is to understand the overall efficiency perf...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Bastian ND,Kang H,Swenson ER,Fulton LV,Griffin PM

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Armed Forces Regional Medical Examiner in Europe is responsible for medico-legal death investigations for the U.S. military in 89 countries in Europe, Southwest Asia, and Africa. The Disaster Mortuary Affairs Response Team (DMART) is a rapidly deployable, experienced, multidisciplinary team patterned after the reg...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Labovich MH,Duke JB,Ingwersen KM,Roath DB

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To explore response to vitamin D supplementation in active duty (AD) warfighters and translate findings into evidence-based health policy. BACKGROUND:Soldiers are at risk for musculoskeletal injuries and metabolic dysfunction that impact physical performance and military readiness; the link with low vitamin D ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： McCarthy MS,Elshaw EB,Szekely BM,Raju D

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00