Acute pulmonary oedema complicating adenotonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnoea.

abstract：:Osteoporosis results from a decrease in bone strength yielding increased susceptibility to fractures. Hip and spine fractures are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly population. With an increasingly ageing world population, early prevention of bone loss is essential for adequate control of this con...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Reginster JY,Malaise O,Neuprez A,Bruyere O

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The aim of this study was to assess patient characteristics, medication treatment patterns and healthcare resource utilization among men with existing erectile dysfunction (ED) or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), who are newly diagnosed with the second condition (BPH or ED) compared with those with only one con...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Ilo D,Raluy-Callado M,Graham-Clarke P,Sadasivan R,Birt J,Donaldson R,Zhu E,Kirby MG,Neasham D

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of low-density lipoprotein in the development of coronary heart disease (CHD) is well recognised. There is also growing evidence that high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) is a powerful inverse predictor for premature CHD and that maintaining a high HDL-C level may guard against atherosclerosis. Patien...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Packard C,Nunn A,Hobbs R,Future Forum Editorial Board.

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To establish the effectiveness of antidiabetic therapy and the frequency of clinical inertia in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in Colombia. METHODS:A cross-sectional study with follow-up of patients who had been treated for at least 1 year and were receiving medical consultation for antidiabetic treat...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Machado-Duque ME,Ramírez-Riveros AC,Machado-Alba JE

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is an underdiagnosed prevalent disease which implies high cardiovascular risk. Professionals usually depend on physical examination to screen for PAD. OBJECTIVE:To assess the diagnostic accuracy of physical examination to screen for PAD in a rural Primary Care population ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Herráiz-Adillo Á,Piñar-Serrano O,Mariana-Herráiz JÁ,Martínez-Vizcaíno V,Pozuelo-Carrascosa DP,Notario-Pacheco B

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:This investigation determined the proportion of adults newly diagnosed as having type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and ascertained risk predictors for development of self-reported T2DM. METHODS:The US Study to Help Improve Early evaluation and management of risk factors Leading to Diabetes (SHIELD) survey was a 5-...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rodbard HW,Bays HE,Gavin JR 3rd,Green AJ,Bazata DD,Lewis SJ,Fox KM,Reed ML,Grandy S

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The porphyrias comprise a group of disorders of the haem biosynthesis pathway that can present with acute neurovisceral symptoms, skin lesions or both. Acute porphyrias present with severe abdominal pain, confusion and seizures which may be life-threatening. Specific treatment with haem preparations should be institut...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Badminton MN,Elder GH

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Both hepatitis B and hepatitis C are spread parenterally. Chronic hepatitis C is fast becoming the leading indication for liver transplantation. Most infected patients go on to develop chronic hepatitis, with approximately 20% developing liver cirrhosis or hepatocellular carcinoma after 20 years. Standard treatment no...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Alexander G,Walsh K

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Restrictions imposed for the COVID-19 pandemic and the people's fear of getting infected have caused a significant drop in the number of emergency service admissions. Herein, we aimed to investigate the reflections of our otherwise crowded emergency services' quietness in the period of normalisation. METHODO...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Görmeli Kurt N,Çamcı M

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Splenic tumours are occasionally found during routine physical check-ups or elective abdominal image studies. Histologically, most splenic tumours are of benign vascular origin. To avoid unnecessary surgery for asymptomatic patients with benign splenic tumours and clarify the clinicopathological features of spleen tum...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chen LW,Chien RN,Yen CL,Chang LC

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Summary The objective of this study was to determine whether Ramadan is changing frequencies and demographics of visits due to certain diseases. Data obtained from the charts of the adult patients admitted into the emergency department (ED) due to 10 predetermined entities between 2000 and 2004 were analysed. Demograp...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Topacoglu H,Karcioglu O,Yuruktumen A,Kiran S,Cimrin AH,Ozucelik DN,Sarikaya S,Soysal S,Turpcu U,Bozkurt S

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A randomised, double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled, 12-week study was carried out to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 20-mg tadalafil taken 'as needed' in a population of men with erectile dysfunction (ED) from Egypt and Turkey. One hundred and thirty-two patients were randomised in this study. Tadalafil was ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Saylan M,Khalaf I,Kadioglu A,Shoair KZ,Beheiry A,Wang WC,Kopernicky V,Esen A

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spinal neurenteric cysts are rare congenital cysts of endodermal origin. A 34-year-old man presented with burning feet syndrome lasting two years. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed an intradural extramedullary cystic mass extending from L2 to L5 causing severe compression of the terminal portion of the conus m...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Jain RS

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effect of healthcare provider (HCP) type (primary vs. specialist) on glycaemic control and other treatment parameters. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:Study of Once-Daily Levemir (SOLVE(™) ) is an international, 24-week, observational study of insulin initiation in people with type 2 diabetes....

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Orozco-Beltran D,Pan C,Svendsen AL,Faerch L,Caputo S,SOLVE Study Group.

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary palmar hyperhidrosis is a disabling disorder that starts in childhood and causes physical and psychological inconvenience. Conservative treatment is not effective in severe cases. Thoracoscopic sympathectomy is the treatment of choice. It is a safe minimally invasive procedure with good results. There are few ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rashid HI,Osman HS,McIrvine AJ

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tissue inflammation has been linked to cancer in several disease models. We tested the association between chronic inflammation and prostate cancer (PCa), as well as high-grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (HGPIN), in prostatic needle biopsy specimens. Tissues from 4526 men, who underwent systematic ultrasound-...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Karakiewicz PI,Benayoun S,Bégin LR,Duclos A,Valiquette L,McCormack M,Bénard F,Saad F,Perrotte P

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Studies on macrovascular consequences of glucose control in elderly patients (>75 years) with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are lacking. The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between HbA(1c) and mortality in this specific population. METHODS:Between 1998 and 1999, 374 primary care patients wit...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： van Hateren KJ,Landman GW,Kleefstra N,Drion I,Groenier KH,Houweling ST,Bilo HJ

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumour markers are used for diagnosis, staging, evaluation of response to treatment, prognosis and detection of recurrences in clinical oncology. In this study, we aim to investigate the levels of insulin-like growth factor (IGF)-I and IGF-binding protein (IGFBP)-III in cases with oesophageal carcinoma. We investigate...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Yilmaz O,Eroglu A,Dag E,Karaoglanoglu N,Yilmaz A

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In late December 2019 and on 1st January 2020, the coronavirus (COVID-19) infecting humans was first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Later cases have also been confirmed worldwide. Coronaviruses are RNA viruses that are phenotypically and genotypically diverse. Globally, as of 6th April 2020, lab...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Almaghaslah D,Kandasamy G,Almanasef M,Vasudevan R,Chandramohan S

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To establish the value of the first 3 years of a cardiovascular risk factor clinic in tackling the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). METHODS:A database review of all 339 patients referred to the clinic. RESULTS:Blood pressure levels in the hypertensive patients were significantly reduced and 9...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Martin SC,Viljoen A

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We aimed to investigate the effect of a low-protein intake on all-cause mortality in subjects with an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) ≧60 mL/min/1.73 m2 with or without albuminuria using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). METHODS:We analysed participants in ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Lee CL,Liu WJ,Wang JS

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiovascular diseases are the principal causes of mortality in middle-aged people and in older people. Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common of the cardiovascular diseases; high serum levels of cholesterol are associated with atherosclerosis and an increased risk of CHD. Cholesterol homeostasis is achieved...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Gylling H

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Arterial hypertension is a well-established factor for increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, but low admission blood pressure has also been suggested as predictor for increased mortality. We hypothesised that in patients with acute myocardial infarction admission blood pressure at the Emergency Department pre...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Roth D,Van Tulder R,Heidinger B,Herkner H,Schreiber W,Havel C

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group study compared the efficacy and tolerability of lumiracoxib (a novel COX-2 selective inhibitor) with rofecoxib, celecoxib and placebo in patients with moderate-to-severe post-operative dental pain. Following third molar extraction, patients received sin...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kellstein D,Ott D,Jayawardene S,Fricke J

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this review was to outline current forms of surgical simulation and methods of assessing technical skills using these forms of simulation. To review this subject, a literature search was done using key words 'assessment', 'simulation', 'surgery', 'technical skills' and 'virtual reality'. Simulation in surge...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Sarker SK,Patel B

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nineteen million adults worldwide are in need of palliative care. Of those who have access to it, 80% fail to receive an efficient management of symptoms. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effectiveness and safety of mindfulness meditation for palliative care patients. METHODS:We searched CENTRAL, MEDLINE, Embase, ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Latorraca COC,Martimbianco ALC,Pachito DV,Pacheco RL,Riera R

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is common in men with diabetes. Diabetic men are three times as likely to develop ED as non-diabetic men. The cause is multifactorial, but most commonly reflects endothelial dysfunction and autonomic neuropathy. Diabetes and vascular disease often coexist and ED may be a marker for silent occ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Jackson G

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cardiovascular medications are effective in prevention of cardiovascular diseases (CVD); however, medication non-adherence contributes to morbidity and mortality. OBJECTIVE:This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to summarise the evidence regarding the relationship between characteristics of drug th...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Schneider APH,Gaedke MÂ,Garcez A,Barcellos NT,Paniz VMV

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to identify the aerobic and the anaerobic microorganisms which can be related to duct ectasia. The patients were divided into two groups. Group 1 comprised 100 patients with coloured nipple discharge (duct ectasia group), and Group 2 (the control group) was composed of 50 patients without nip...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rahal RM,Júnior RF,Reis C,Pimenta FC,Netto JC,Paulinelli RR

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nisoldipine coat-core (nisoldipine CC), an extended-release once-daily formulation, is an effective treatment for mild-to-moderate hypertension, providing sustained blood pressure control over the 24-hour dosing interval. Nisoldipine CC is highly vascular selective. It causes neither reflex tachycardia nor symptomatic...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Zannad F

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00