Accelerated atherosclerosis in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.

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：AIM:Infection is a major cause of increased mortality after a liver transplant (LT). This study sought to identify the incidence, prevalence and risk factors of microbial infection for recipients who underwent LT using grafts from donors after cardiac death (DCD). METHODS:We retrospectively analysed the frequency and ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Zhang ML,Xu J,Zhang W,Liu XY,Zhang M,Wang WL,Zheng SS

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ranitidine is one of the widely prescribed H2 receptor antagonists in the treatment of peptic ulcer. It is well tolerated and has few side-effects. Vasculitic rash occurring in association with ranitidine has been described. We report a case of a 39-year-old man who developed a purpuric rash, polyarthritis, abdominal ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Prajapati C,Casson IF

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Snoring is a very common source of complaints from partners and neighbours. Snorers themselves are less likely to be affected, unless they have associated daytime sleepiness caused by the sleep disruption from obstructive sleep apnoea. There is increasingly firm evidence that obstructive sleep apnoea is associated wit...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Jarvis S,Rees PJ

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We aimed to evaluate the use of computed tomography (CT) as the first imaging modality in patients with renal colic and microscopic haematuria. METHODOLOGY:The patients that presented to the emergency service of six health centers with renal colic between January 2017 and January 2018 and were found to have ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Sen V,Ongun S,Sahin MO,Irer B,Kizer O,Dogan B,Yildiz G

更新日期：2020-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS OF STUDY:To compare a novel oxidative stress biomarker dynamic thiol/disulphide homoeostasis between patients with lung tuberculosis and healthy controls. METHODS:Our study included 50 patients with active lung tuberculosis and 50 healthy controls. Serum thiol/disulphide was measured with a new automated spectrom...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Demir E,Giden R,Sak ZHA,Demir Giden Z

更新日期：2021-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：:We report two cases of primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH) who benefited from oral sildenafil therapy. Both demonstrated a substantial improvement in exercise ability, which has been sustained at 3 and 6 months. Sildenafil acting as a phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitor may have an important role to play in the management ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Jackson G,Chambers J

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Zoledronic acid inhibits bone resorption for up to 12 months. It is not known whether the duration of this antiresorptive effect extends beyond this period of time. The aim of this study was to evaluate the changes in bone turnover at 12 months (T12) and 18 months (T18) after a single injection of 4 mg of zoledronic a...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Borba VZ,Paz-Filho G,Kulak CA,Seibel MJ,Bilezikian JP

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcium dobesilate (Doxium) is used in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy. Clinical studies show a slowdown of the progression of the disease after long-term oral treatment. The main action of the drug is related to a reduction of microvascular permeability as measured by different parameters and methods (vitreous ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Berthet P,Farine JC,Barras JP

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Substantial residual cardiovascular risk persists despite effective LDL lowering treatment in populations at elevated risk for adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Low HDL cholesterol is an independent cardiovascular risk factor and occurs in about one-third of patients treated for dyslipidaemia in Europe. Moreo...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Vogt A,Kassner U,Hostalek U,Steinhagen-Thiessen E

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rationale for medical therapy for otospongiosis is to slow down and eventually stop the phase of bone resorption. There is some increase in the incidence of stapedial otospongiosis in a low-fluoride area compared with a high-fluoride area. Sodium fluoride treatment has a role to play in preventing the onset and pr...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Uppal S,Bajaj Y,Coatesworth AP

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:We aimed to compare the effect of risedronate (RIS) and teriparatide (TPTD) (recombinant human parathyroid hormone 1-34) on bone turnover markers in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis. METHODS:Forty-four Caucasian women (age 65.1 +/- 1.6 years) with postmenopausal osteoporosis were randomly assigned to receiv...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Anastasilakis AD,Goulis DG,Polyzos SA,Gerou S,Koukoulis GN,Efstathiadou Z,Kita M,Avramidis A

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To analyse the predictive capacity of 15 machine learning methods for estimating cardiovascular risk in a cohort and to compare them with other risk scales. METHODS:We calculated cardiovascular risk by means of 15 machine-learning methods and using the SCORE and REGICOR scales and in 38 527 patients in the Spanis...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Quesada JA,Lopez-Pineda A,Gil-Guillén VF,Durazo-Arvizu R,Orozco-Beltrán D,López-Domenech A,Carratalá-Munuera C

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives:  The purpose of this updated meta-analysis was to determine whether exercise training reversed left ventricular remodelling in heart failure patients. Methods:  Articles were searched in MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, CINAHL, EMBASE and PubMed (up until October, 2011). The anti-re...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chen YM,Li ZB,Zhu M,Cao YM

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute pulmonary oedema can sometimes complicate adenotonsillectomy carried out for obstructive sleep apnoea. Early recognition and adequate oxygenation are the key to management. We report such a case; the pathophysiology and management of this rare complication of a common procedure are discussed. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Motamed M,Djazaeri B,Marks R

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Fabry disease (FD) is an X-linked inborn error of metabolism caused by alpha-galactosidase A deficiency. The Fabry Registry is an ongoing, global observational database that compiles clinical data from patients with FD. METHODS:Demographic and baseline clinical characteristics of Fabry Registry patients enrolled ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Politei JM,Cabrera G,Amartino H,Valdez R,Masllorens F,Ripeau D,Antongiovanni N,Soliani A,Luna P,Cedrolla M,Fernandez S,Fainboim A

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In 2006, the American Diabetes Association and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes established a consensus algorithm (ADA/EASD-2006) for the adjustment of drug therapy for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). AIMS:To study glycaemic control in T2DM patients and the implementation of the ADA/EASD-...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Alvarez-Guisasola F,Guiada Study Group.

更新日期：2014-01-01 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：:The aim of this study was to assess the interventions by general practitioners on cardiovascular risk factors among persons without a history of cardiovascular disease attending for a cardiovascular check-up. All inhabitants of three Belgian towns aged between 45 and 64 years were invited for a cardiovascular check-up...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Devroey D,Kartounian J,Vandevoorde J,Betz W,Cogge M,De Man B,De Ridder L,Block P,Van Gaal L

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cariprazine is an oral antipsychotic approved in the US for the treatment of schizophrenia, acute bipolar mania, and most recently, bipolar depression. The aim of this systematic review is to describe the efficacy, tolerability and safety of cariprazine for the treatment of depressive episodes associated with...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Citrome L

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In clinical practice, hyponatraemia was frequently found in patients with hydrocephalus. We conducted this study to determine the prevalence and risk factors for hyponatraemia in patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). METHODS:We retrospectively reviewed all patients with NPH who were admitted to...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chou CY,Liu JH,Wang SM,Yang YF,Lin HH,Liu YL,Huang CC

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:We aimed to assess the prevalence, components and evolution of polypharmacy and to evaluate risk factors associated with polypharmacy. METHODS:A retrospective dynamic cohort study was performed, using a primary healthcare database comprising Flemish community-dwelling adults aged ≥40 years between 2011 and 2015. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Hellemans L,Nuyts S,Hias J,van den Akker M,Van Pottelbergh G,Rygaert X,Spriet I,Vaes B,Tournoy J,Van der Linden L

更新日期：2020-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Cerebrovascular disease (CVD) has been associated with depression and a host of neuropsychiatric conditions including dementia. This study assessed the relationship between cerebrovascular findings reported on MRI brain scans and neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) and behavioural problems in patients with Alzheimer's ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Klugman A,Marshall J,Tabet N

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Leptospirosis is a re-emerging spirochetal zoonosis with a worldwide distribution affecting both animals and humans. The clinical syndromes may vary from a subclinical infection to a severe illness. Although it may potentially have a fulminant and fatal course, leptospirosis usually remains as an underdiagnosed cause ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Dursun B,Bostan F,Artac M,Varan HI,Suleymanlar G

更新日期：2007-01-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To assess secondary prevention of fragility fractures by orthopaedic surgeons in the UK and study the effect of multidisciplinary approach in providing secondary prevention. METHODS:A survey was conducted consisting of a postal questionnaire sent to 1000 UK orthopaedic surgeons. 750 valid responses were rece...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chakravarthy J,Ali A,Iyengar S,Porter K

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the vast majority of cases, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea and pseudomembranous colitis develop following the use of antibiotics. We report a case in which C. difficile-associated diarrhoea was diagnosed in the absence of previously reported predisposing factors. It transpired that the patient had a col...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Heymann TD,Rampton DS

更新日期：1998-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although uric acid (UA) is considered as an antioxidant, the relationship between serum UA levels and cardiovascular diseases is not clear yet. Higher brachial artery resting diameter (BD), impaired brachial artery flow-mediated dilatation (FMD), increased carotid intima-media thickness (IMT), decreased aortic distens...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Erdogan D,Gullu H,Caliskan M,Yildirim E,Bilgi M,Ulus T,Sezgin N,Muderrisoglu H

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Once-weekly glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) have shown promising results in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Herein, we compared the efficacy and safety of once-weekly GLP-1RAs with exenatide and liraglutide separately. METHODS:We systematically surveyed the pertinent literature using ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Xue X,Ren Z,Zhang A,Yang Q,Zhang W,Liu F

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Though common, the exact incidence and clinical pattern of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in Gulf countries are not known. The results of a four-year prospective study undertaken in two tertiary hospitals in Kuwait are presented. The mean age at diagnosis of the 52 patients studied was 55.40 +/- 11.87 years. Thir...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Khadadah ME,Onadeko BO,Abul AT,Behbehan NA,Cerna M,Cherian JM,Adesina O,Maradni N,Jayakrishnan B

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00