A guide to informed consent for clinician-investigators.

abstract：:Nephrotic syndrome can now be treated effectively in most cases. All patients should be treated with a low-salt diet, diuretics to reduce edema, and statins to normalize serum lipid concentrations. Patients with nephrotic syndrome are prone to deep vein thrombophlebitis, renal vein thrombosis, and pulmonary emboli. De...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Appel GB

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:You can find evidence-based answers to clinical questions quickly by searching online medical databases. The key is to be selective, on the basis of the type of information you need. Online textbooks, consensus guidelines systematic reviews, and MEDLINE are all available. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Mehta N,Jain A

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the factors that contribute to the progressively declining course of heart failure could be sleep apnea. Whether treating sleep apnea improves the clinical outcomes of patients with heart failure needs to be tested in randomized clinical trials. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Wexler L,Javaheri S

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although the safety profiles of drug-eluting stents are similar to those of bare metal stents in the short term, concern has arisen about their potential for late thrombosis (occurring > 30 days after implantation). Stent thrombosis is rare but potentially devastating and can result in ST-segment elevation myocardial ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Rabbat MG,Bavry AA,Bhatt DL,Ellis SG

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lifestyle modifications in conjunction with antidiabetes medications can produce near-normal blood glucose concentrations in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Because these patients have increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, treatment strategies should also address the cardiovascular aspects o...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Peters AL

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exercise, in conjunction with diet, is critical to losing weight and maintaining health in obese patients. While it can be challenging for an obese person to transition to a healthy lifestyle, the physical and emotional benefits of a regular exercise program make it worth the effort. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Higgins JP,Higgins CL

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a common heterogeneous syndrome that in some cases is transitional between normal age-related cognitive changes and dementia. Identifying it early may lead to prompt recognition of reversible causes and allows for timely future planning. This article describes definitions of MCI and ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Patel BB,Holland NW

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although atrial fibrillation is well tolerated by most patients, in some patients the consequences may be severe. The Maze procedure is a new open-heart operation that creates a carefully designed maze of incisions in the atrial myocardium; this maze then acts as an electrical conduit to channel atrial impulses from t...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： McCarthy PM,Castle LW,Trohman RG,Simmons TW,Maloney JD,Klein AL,White RD,Cox JL

更新日期：1993-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lung resection provides the greatest likelihood of cure for patients with localized lung cancer, but is associated with a risk of mortality, decreased postoperative lung function, and other complications. Lung function testing using spirometry, diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide, and peak oxygen consum...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Mazzone P

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious condition associated with impaired quality of life, depression, drowsy driving and motor vehicle accidents, metabolic disease, and cognitive decline. The mechanisms accounting for OSA and metabolic disease include hypoxia, sleep fragmentation, and systemic inflammation. OSA a...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Walia HK

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Complications of chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) run the gamut from erosive esophagitis to esophageal cancer, but all are linked to repeated exposure of the esophagus to caustic gastric and duodenal acid. Progression from one complication to another is not clearly established across the GERD continuum, ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Fennerty MB

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The care of patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) has improved over the past 30 years, and most patients now survive well into adulthood. As a result, clinicians other than pediatricians are more likely than in the past to see CF patients and manage their respiratory, gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and reproductive compli...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Gershman AJ,Mehta AC,Infeld M,Budev MM

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous changes may be the first clue that a patient has liver disease. Recognizing these signs is crucial to diagnosing liver conditions early. Here we describe the spectrum of skin manifestations that may be found in various liver diseases. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Hazin R,Abu-Rajab Tamimi TI,Abuzetun JY,Zein NN

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Severe acute pancreatitis causes high rates of illness and death. Simple scoring predictors can help identify patients at risk so that treatment, primarily supportive, can begin promptly after presentation. Medical therapy is the mainstay, with supportive therapy consisting of controlled volume resuscitation and enter...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Baron TH

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exercise stress electrocardiography is unreliable as a test for obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD) if the patient has left bundle branch block. The authors provide an algorithm for using alternative tests: exercise stress echocardiography, dobutamine echocardiography, computed tomographic (CT) angiography, and ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Xu B,Cremer P,Jaber W,Moir S,Harb SC,Rodriguez LL

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stereotactic and computer-assisted techniques have revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment of many disorders of the brain by directing surgical instruments, the surgeon's hands, or focused radiation to an imaged target along predefined routes. METHODS:This report reviews the basic principles and techniqu...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Gomez H,Barnett GH,Estes ML,Palmer J,Magdinec M

更新日期：1993-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nonspinal musculoskeletal disorders frequently cause neck and back pain and thus can mimic conditions of the spine. Common mimics are rotator cuff tears, bursitis in the hip, peripheral nerve compression, and arthritis in the shoulder and hip. A thorough history and physical examination, imaging studies, and ancillary...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Pateder DB,Brems J,Lieberman I,Bell GR,McLain RF

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients typically lose more than 50% of their excess weight after bariatric surgery. Obesity-related diseases markedly improve, reducing cardiovascular risk and improving life expectancy. Obese patients lose more weight with bariatric surgery than with medical weight-loss treatment. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Brethauer SA,Chand B,Schauer PR

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:SCS is an efficacious, reversible, and safe therapy that improves quality of life, increases exercise tolerance, and relieves angina pectoris, but clinical trials in North America are needed to confirm the data coming from Europe. Neuronal convergence onto STT cells underlies the referred pain associated with angina p...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Foreman RD

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preliminary clinical trials suggest that therapeutic hypothermia might improve the outcomes of patients with acute stroke. Definitive trials are under way. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Hammer MD,Krieger DW

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Blood tests are available that measure levels of immunoglobulin E (IgE) against specific allergens such as foods, inhalants, medications, latex, and venoms. These tests can confirm the diagnosis of an allergic disorder, supplementing a clinical history consistent with an immediate allergic reaction. They are particula...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Siles RI,Hsieh FH

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stress echocardiography is a cost-effective and reliable diagnostic test for patients with suspected coronary artery disease. Stress echocardiography should be used in preference to exercise electrocardiography as the primary test in patients with uninterpretable ST segments. It is attractive for use as the primary te...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Marwick T

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carefully designed, monitored rehabilitation regimens can benefit patients with significant cardiac disease, such as life-threatening arrhythmias or congestive heart failure, or who have concurrent systemic disease such as diabetes. Patients with heart failure can tolerate minimal workloads but, with conditioning, the...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Pashkow FJ

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because 1% to 9% of people without symptoms have elevated liver enzymes, extensive evaluation of all abnormal test results would expose many patients to undue risks and expenses. On the other hand, failure to evaluate minor liver enzyme elevations could mean missing the early diagnosis of potentially treatable disorde...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Aragon G,Younossi ZM

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus (HBV), or hepatitis C virus (HCV) can cause rapidly progressive renal disease, so prompt recognition and management are critical. Viral glomerulonephropathy can now often be successfully managed with a specific combination of antiviral therapy, immun...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Appel G

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Concern has been raised about whether the fluid retention caused by thiazolidinediones (TZDs, ie, rosiglitazone and pioglitazone) can cause or exacerbate congestive heart failure. Although fluid retention is a worrisome side effect of TZDs, current evidence does not link fluid retention caused by TZDs with worsening h...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Tang WH

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Certain fluorocarbon polymers can produce a clinical syndrome called polymer fume fever when the products of pyrolysis are inhaled. SUMMARY:A previously healthy 21-year-old white man presented with severe chest tightness, difficulty in breathing, pyrexia, nausea, vomiting, and a dry irritating cough. These ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Silver MJ,Young DK

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abnormal hemodynamic responses to exercise treadmill testing may indicate an increased risk of coronary events and death, even if evidence of ischemia is absent. Exercise duration and the blood pressure, heart rate, and heart rhythm responses to exercise have prognostic significance. ...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Miller TD

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reproductive maturation, the menstrual cycle, and the transition to postreproductive life are complex processes. Detailed understanding of reproduction underlies logical patient management. Greater understanding of physiology has brought about better control of ovulatory problems and the beginnings of a logical approa...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Cumming DC

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several studies have documented that hypercholesterolemia is common in American children. Other studies have shown that elevated cholesterol levels in childhood remain elevated well into adult life. Autopsy studies of adolescents have also found a strong positive correlation between antemortem cholesterol levels and e...

journal_title：Cleveland Clinic journal of medicine

authors： Garcia RE,Moodie DS

更新日期：1990-11-01 00:00:00