Inflammatory pseudotumour of the liver associated with diabetes mellitus.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the efficacy and safety of asenapine for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. DATA SOURCES:The pivotal registration trials were accessed by querying http://www.pubmed.gov, http://www.fda.gov and http://www.clinicaltrials.govfor the search terms 'asenapine' or 'ORG 5222'. STUDY SE...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Citrome L

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Indiplon is a novel non-benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotic that modulates the GABAA receptor complex. It appears to be more selective for the alpha1-receptor subunit, associated with sedation, than other hypnotics. Two different formulations of indiplon have been developed: an immediate release (IR) version targeting sl...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Lankford A,Ancoli-Israel S

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies in the primary care setting are of high interest for assessing the management situation of patients with manifestations of atherothrombosis. AIMS:Therefore, we documented diagnostic procedures, characteristics, and management of patients with symptomatic and asymptomatic peripheral arterial disease ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kröger K,Schwertfeger M,Pittrow D,Diehm C

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Many tachy-brady syndrome (TBS) patients, are implanted a permanent pacemaker (PPM) to allow continuation of anti-arrhythmic drug (AAD) therapy to maintain sinus rhythm. Many of these PPM's are implanted as a preventive measure, in absence of symptomatic bradycardia. Our primary aim was to evaluate pacing use amon...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Amir T,Ilan M,Fishman E,Michowitz Y,Khalameizer V,Katz A,Glikson M,Medina A,Rav Acha M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this survey was to ascertain which physiotherapy techniques are currently used, how interventions are assessed and to determine the views of physiotherapists in the UK on the need for further research. Senior physiotherapists in 100 randomly selected hospitals providing respiratory care in the UK were s...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： O'Neill B,Bradley JM,McArdle N,MacMahon J

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for cardiovascular risk reduction remains uncertain. Although previous epidemiological surveys have suggested a clear benefit and nearly 50% mortality risk reduction with HRT in postmenopausal women, recent randomised trials have largely failed to support this. The epidemio...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chin BS,Futaba K,Jethwa A,Lip GY

更新日期：2001-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Osteoporosis and sarcopenia are common health problems in postmenopausal women. However, studies of these issues in premenopausal women are limited. Our present study aimed to investigate relationship the between underweight, bone mineral density (BMD) and skeletal muscle index (SMI) in a representative sample of p...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Lim J,Park HS

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE:The need for aggressive efforts to help tobacco users quit remains a healthcare priority. Brief interventions delivered in the healthcare environment continue to be a valuable component of a comprehensive tobacco control policy. Unfortunately, such treatments are offered less often than desired...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Payne TJ,Gaughf NW,Sutton MJ,Sheffer CE,Elci OU,Cropsey KL,Taylor S,Netters T,Whitworth C,Deutsch P,Crews KM

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the prevalence of computer vision syndrome (CVS) and ergonomic practices among students in the Faculty of Medical Sciences at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Jamaica. METHOD:A cross-sectional study was done with a self-administered questionnaire. RESULTS:Four hundred and nine students partic...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Mowatt L,Gordon C,Santosh ABR,Jones T

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Splenectomised patients are associated with lifelong risk of fatal overwhelming post-splenectomy infection (OPSI), which is mostly caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. Today OPSI cases can still be reported even in patients with appropriate vaccination. In our study, the levels of vaccine-specific memory B- and T ce...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Gazi U,Karasartova D,Sahiner IT,Gureser AS,Tosun O,Derici MK,Dolapci M,Taylan Ozkan A

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To evaluate the efficacy of switching from a previous statin monotherapy to ezetimibe/simvastatin (EZE/SIMVA) 10/20 mg vs. rosuvastatin (ROSUVA) 10 mg. METHODS:In this randomised, double-blind study, 618 patients with documented hypercholesterolaemia [low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) > or = 2.59 and < ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Farnier M,Averna M,Missault L,Vaverkova H,Viigimaa M,Massaad R,Vandormael K,Johnson-Levonas AO,Brudi P

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite efforts to diagnose and treat hypertension effectively, the goal of lowering blood pressure (BP) levels is rarely achieved, as treatment is often initiated with a single antihypertensive agent. The aim of this study was to assess the safety and efficacy of a first-line fixed-dose combination treatment compared...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Scholze J,Bida M,Hansen A,Juncken D,Rangoonwala B,Ritz A,Schnitker J,Dörffel Y

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incretin-based therapies offer another treatment option for patients with type 2 diabetes. Agents that provide glycaemic control in addition to attenuating cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors are important for diabetes management. This review will focus on the off-target effects of incretin-based thera...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rotz ME,Ganetsky VS,Sen S,Thomas TF

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ultrasonography is increasingly used by clinicians to identify abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA). We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing the accuracy of non-radiologist performed ultrasound (NRPUS) for AAA disease to the 'gold standard' of radiologist performed aortic imaging (RPI), intr...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Concannon E,McHugh S,Healy DA,Kavanagh E,Burke P,Clarke Moloney M,Walsh SR

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To evaluate in a real-world setting the effectiveness of exenatide once-weekly (ExQW) in patients with T2D and to determine predictors of glycaemic and weight response to this drug at 6 months. METHODS:Observational, retrospective, multicenter study in adult patients with T2D and BMI ≥30 kg/m2 from 4 tertiary Spa...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Gorgojo-Martínez JJ,Gargallo-Fernández MA,Brito-Sanfiel M,Lisbona-Catalán A

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had a rapid global spread. All individuals of all age groups are at risk of COVID-19. This study aims to describe the knowledge and attitude of Jordanian parents regarding COVID-19 in children, including clinical signs of the disease, modes of transmission and prot...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Abuhammad S

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Smoking has important health and economic consequences for individuals and society. This study expands the understanding of work-related burden associated with smoking and benefit of smoking cessation across the US, European Union (EU) and China using large-scale, representative survey methodology. METHODS:...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Baker CL,Flores NM,Zou KH,Bruno M,Harrison VJ

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Urinary tract infections (UTI) and asymptomatic bacteriuria (AB) during pregnancy can result in considerable maternal and foetal adverse outcomes. Production of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) is a major antibiotic resistance mechanism by Enterobacteriaceae. OBJECTIVES:To determine the global preval...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Mansouri F,Sheibani H,Javedani Masroor M,Afsharian M

更新日期：2019-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The impact of robot-assisted techniques versus conventional freehand techniques in terms of the accuracy of pedicle screw placement remains conflicting. This meta-analysis was performed to evaluate this relationship. METHODS:A systematic literature search up to July 2020 was performed and 15 studies were de...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Fu W,Tong J,Liu G,Zheng Y,Wang S,Abdelrahim MEA,Gong S

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：:Paliperidone, the 9-hydroxy metabolite of risperidone, was approved on 20 December, 2006 by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of schizophrenia. It is also being tested for the treatment of bipolar mania. An on-line query of http://www.pubmed.gov and http://www.clinicaltrials.gov for 'paliperidone' ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Citrome L

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:High plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1) levels are potential risk factors for cardiovascular disease. The risk profile of white coat hypertension (WCHT) has not yet been completely clear. In this study, we aimed to determine the plasma levels of PAI-1, markers of fibrinolysis and increased cardiovascular diseas...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Coban E,Ozdogan M

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite potential benefits, primary care clinicians may avoid using antimuscarinics in men with overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms because of safety concerns. To review the efficacy and safety of antimuscarinics, alone or in combination with an α-blocker, for the treatment of men with OAB symptoms, we conducted a syste...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kaplan SA,Roehrborn CG,Abrams P,Chapple CR,Bavendam T,Guan Z

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients with severely increased blood pressure often present to the emergency department. Rapid lowering of blood pressure can precipitate or worsen end organ damage. We report two cases that developed cerebrovascular and cardiovascular adverse events associated with aggressive treatment of increased blood pressure b...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Yanturali S,Akay S,Ayrik C,Cevik AA

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Our goal was to determine the effect of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) consensus algorithm for the initiation and adjustment of type 2 diabetes (T2D) therapy, published in 2006, on the incidence of early metformin monotherapy (EMM), defined as ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Huang EA,Zdon GS,Moore RJ,Jane Moran H,Quick WW

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Major concerns remain about the reliability of tympanic thermometers. The aim of this study was to investigate the agreement between rectal and tympanic thermometry and compare this with the repeatability of each method in patients with acute stroke. Tympanic temperature readings were from 0.7 degrees C below to 0.8 d...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Christensen H,Boysen G

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Salmeterol and formoterol belong to a new class of inhaled beta 2-agonists with a prolonged duration of action. At the time these agents were introduced, there was uncertainty regarding the safety of beta 2-agonist therapy in asthma and concern that they might lead to a deterioration in asthma control. Recent studies,...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Redington AE,Rees PJ

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After more than 20 years, the conflict of interest (COI) movement has failed to substantiate its central claim that interactions between physicians, researchers and the medical products industry cause physicians to make clinical decisions that are adverse to the best interests of their patients. The COI movement's ins...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Hong PS,Sulke AN,Yousef ZR

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

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:Studies of antimuscarinics for overactive bladder (OAB) typically use objective and subjective measures to assess efficacy, as each provides unique information about patient outcome. We evaluated the relationships between changes in diary-documented OAB symptoms and other patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Crosby RD,Mathias SD,Marshall TS

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 31-year-old para 1 had a radical hysterectomy for stage 1A adenocarcinoma of the cervix. She developed skin incision metastasis five years later in spite of normal regular vault smears. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Selo-Ojeme DO,Bhide M,Aggarwal VP

更新日期：1998-10-01 00:00:00