Height, body weight, skinfold thickness and endurance fitness of children attending national schools in Ireland.

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:The human body consists of water, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and minerals that build cells, tissues, and organs. In healthy people, the content of these molecules remains nearly constant. The body mass index (BMI) is commonly used to classify abnormal body composition among adults. According to the WHO...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Lebiedowska A,Hartman-Petrycka M,Błońska-Fajfrowska B

更新日期：2020-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Serum antibodies to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) were measured in members of twenty-nine families in which two or more first degree relatives had rheumatoid arthritis (RA). These patients were assessed clinically for activity of disease and their treatment recorded. A higher proportion of seropositive individuals was foun...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McDermott M,Molloy M,Buckley J,Greally J

更新日期：1989-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hereditary pancreatitis is an important cause of chronic pancreatitis, which may result in endocrine and exocrine failure. This may necessitate simultaneous pancreas and kidney transplant (SPK). Bladder drainage of the exocrine secretions may cause problems. AIM:To report one such case and its surgical corr...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Connolly EM,Osborne H,Hickey DP

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Medullary carcinoma of the thyroid (MTC) is a rare tumour which occurs in both sporadic and hereditary forms. Mutations of the RET proto-oncogene have been identified in hereditary forms. The aim of our study was to confirm or exclude familial disease by examining for germline mutations in the RET proto-on...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Keeffe DA,Hill AD,Sheahan K,Ryan F,Barton D,Fitzgerald RJ,McDermott EW,O'Higgins NJ

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wound botulism occurs as a consequence of inoculation of Clostridium botulinum spores into a wound. AIM:To describe such a case of wound botulism. RESULTS:A 23-year-old drug-injecting user presented with bulbar symptoms and progressive signs over a three-day period. The diagnosis of botulism was suspected ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： FitzGerald S,Lyons R,Ryan J,Hall W,Gallagher C

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reproductive surrogacy can be altruistic or commercial, each with complex ethical considerations that are complicated by heterogeneity in governing laws across jurisdictions. Surrogacy in Ireland is relatively new and largely unregulated, so this review aims to elucidate its current regulatory status and associated et...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Gracias CS

更新日期：2020-10-31 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：OBJECTIVE:To observe the preventive and therapeutic effects of diosgenin on retinoic acid-induced osteoporosis in rats. METHODS:A total 50 Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into 5 groups: control group, model group (osteoporosis rats), low (10 mg kg(-1)), middle (30 mg kg(-1)), and high-dose diosgenin (90 mg k...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Zhao S,Niu F,Xu CY,Liu Y,Ye L,Bi GB,Chen L,Tian G,Nie TH

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sport-related concussion (SRC) is a potential issue within Gaelic Football. Therefore, it is essential that concussion management guidelines are adhered to. HYPOTHESIS/PURPOSE:The aim of this study is to determine if potential concussive events (PCEs) in the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) National Footba...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Sokol-Randell D,Rotundo MP,Tierney G,Deasy C,Cusimano MD

更新日期：2020-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Elective and emergent coronary interventions via transradial access (TRA) are been used increasingly as they carry a reduced risk of complications. Percutaneous coronary intervention via TRA may lead to radial artery spasms (RAS) that may result in prolonged procedure time, cross-over of access site, and other complic...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Khan MZ,Patel K,Franklin S,Faruqi A,Ahmad W,Saeed J

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anal ulceration is uncommon. Patients are typically referred because of severe anal pain, bleeding, discharge, and ulceration. It is important to exclude anal carcinoma, and to consider more unusual causes. METHODS:A 74-year-old lady presented with severe anal pain and ulceration. This was subsequently note...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Al-Hilli Z,Pritchard R,Roche-Nagle G,Deasy J,McNamara DA

更新日期：2006-07-01 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：:Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is any death occurring in an infant or young child which is unexpected by history and in which a thorough post mortem examination fails to demonstrate an adequate cause of death. The National Sudden Infant Death Register collects information on all sudden unexpected deaths in infant...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McDonnell M,Cullen A,Kiberd B,Mehanni M,Matthews T

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The survey of lifestyles, attitudes and nutrition (SLAN) is a national representative sample of 6,539 adults. AIMS:To report on both global and disease specific measures of self-reported morbidity according to age, gender and medical card status. METHODS:Reported rates of morbidity are given for angina, he...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Kelleher CC,Harrington J,Friel S

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Recombinant parathyroid hormone (rPTH) increases bone mineral density (BMD). However, certain other potential effects of rPTH remain to be studied. The aim of this study is to identify whether bone turnover markers, relevant biochemical parameters or total body fat and muscle composition affect the response to ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Siddique N,Fallon N,Steen G,Walsh JB,Casey MC

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medication discrepancies at the time of hospital discharge are common and can result in error, patient/carer inconvenience or patient harm. Providing accurate medication information to the next care provider is necessary to prevent adverse events. AIMS:To investigate the quality and consistency of medicatio...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Grimes T,Delaney T,Duggan C,Kelly JG,Graham IM

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Injuries to the cervical spine (C-spine) are among the most serious in rugby and are well documented. Front-row players are particularly at risk due to repetitive high-intensity collisions in the scrum. AIM:This study evaluates degenerative changes of the C-spine and associated symptomatology in front-row r...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Hogan BA,Hogan NA,Vos PM,Eustace SJ,Kenny PJ

更新日期：2010-06-01 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：: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：:We report a case of primary aldosteronism in pregnancy that was treated surgically by removal of the adenoma in the 2nd trimester. Only a few cases have been reported in the English literature due to the rarity of the condition. Primary aldosteronism follows a variable course in pregnancy. In the majority of cases the...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Aboud E,De Swiet M,Gordon H

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy has important maternal and fetal implications, with increased risk of developing gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, preterm birth and small for gestational age birthweight. It is recommended that every pregnant woman should take 5 μg (200 IU) of vitamin D per day during pre...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Windrim CM,Crosby DA,Mitchell K,Brophy C,Mahony R,Higgins M

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is widely acknowledged that there is interplay between physical and mental health, with causality in both directions. A common theme across countries is the uncertainty surrounding who should act as gatekeeper for physical health matters in psychiatry. Much of the metabolic monitoring is carried out by psychiatrist...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Behan C,Doyle R,Masterson S,Shiers D,Clarke M

更新日期：2015-03-01 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:Obtaining patient consent is a fundamental process in surgical practice and is integral in respecting and safeguarding patient autonomy. It has been reported that the task of consenting patients frequently lies with junior doctors, who have the least experience of the procedure. AIM:To examine the role of i...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Heaney RM,Murray M,Heaney AM,Doherty EM

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is an effective and durable treatment option for hip osteoarthritis (OA). As life expectancy continues to increase, so too will the demand for joint arthroplasty in the 10th decade of life, frequently in cases involving osteoarthritis of both hips. Simultaneous bilateral total hip arthropl...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Power FR,Cawley DT,Curtin PD

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is extensive focus on the rising costs of healthcare. However, for patients undergoing cancer treatment, there are additional personal costs, which are poorly characterised. AIM:To qualify indirect costs during anti-cancer therapy in a designated Irish cancer centre. METHODS:An anonymous questionnair...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Collins DC,Coghlan M,Hennessy BT,Grogan L,Morris PG,Breathnach OS

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate whether topical application of hesperin affords protection to Balb/C mice epidermis from UVB-induced cyclobutane pyrimidine dimers (CPDs). METHODS:A DNA damage model of UVB irradiation-induced mice epidermis was established. The immunohistochemical staining and southwestern dot blotting were use...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Jin S,Zhou B,Luo D

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Pituitary tuberculosis is an uncommon cause of sellar mass [1]; the estimated prevalence worldwide is not known, and there have been no reports of the condition occurring in Ireland. Tuberculosis of the pituitary gland may present as a sellar mass or with symptoms of hypopituitarism. CASE PRESENTATION:A 4...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Zia-Ul-Hussnain HM,Farrell M,Looby S,Tormey W,Javadpour M,Mcconkey S,Thompson CJ

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The magnitude of effects of lean mass and fat mass on bone health is controversial, and this study is a contribution to understand its effects on skeletal composition. AIM:We explored the relationship of body fat and muscle parameters with bone mineral density (BMD) and age and observed if it changed when m...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Siddique N,Fallon N,Casey MC,Walsh JB

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00