Massage therapy for the treatment of depression: a systematic review.

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：:Overactivity of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) plays a key role in the pathophysiology of heart failure (HF) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). RAAS antagonists can significantly improve clinical outcomes, but monotherapy blocks but one step of the RAAS and can be bypassed through compensatory mechanis...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Ziff OJ,Covic A,Goldsmith D

更新日期：2016-07-01 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: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:Maternal responsiveness seems to be necessary for a child to develop a safe attachment. However, even after many years of research on maternal responsiveness, only a few attempts have been made to find ways of promoting mother and child interaction. This study aimed at determining the association between mat...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Abuhammad S

更新日期：2021-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Pharmacological treatment of hypertension represents a cost-effective way for preventing cardiovascular and renal complications. To benefit maximally from antihypertensive treatment blood pressure (BP) should be brought to below 140/90 mmHg in every hypertensive patient, and even lower (< 130/80 mmHg) if diabetes or r...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Struijker-Boudier HA,Ambrosioni E,Holzgreve H,Laurent S,Mancia G,Ruilope LM,Waeber B

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although mild asthmatics form the majority of asthma sufferers, there is a relative paucity of evidence-based treatment compared with severe asthmatics. OBJECTIVE:We have performed an up-to-date review of the literature on therapy in this group of patients who form an overlooked but important majority. Pote...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Koh MS,Irving LB

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fracture of the penis can be managed conservatively or surgically. Conservative management is associated with a high morbidity, and early surgical repair of the fracture is usually recommended in order to prevent complications. Because a fractured penis is swollen throughout its length, it is difficult to identify the...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Naraynsingh V,Ramdass MJ,Thomas D,Maharaj D

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The clinical syndrome of anaphylaxis and anaphylactoid reactions is quite variable, making diagnosis difficult at times. Early recognition by patient or physician is imperative to appropriate management. Recurrences may be life-threatening if the initial diagnosis is incorrect, as patients do not avoid the offending a...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Murrant T,Bihari D

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using the head-up tilt test (HUTT) we evaluated 986 consecutive patients affected by unexplained syncope. In 266 patients the test induced bradycardia and/or hypotension resulting in syncope or presyncope, thus allowing a diagnosis of neurally mediated syncope. In three other patients (0.3% of the entire population an...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Luzza F,Pugliatti P,di Rosa S,Calabrò D,Carerj S,Oreto G

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with gastrointestinal adverse effects, ranging from dyspepsia and peptic ulcer disease to more serious complications such as haemorrhage or perforation. NSAID-induced gastrointestinal toxicity is a significant medical problem worldwide. Misoprostol is effec...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Singh G,Triadafilopoulos G

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To investigate the association between the self-perception period of OAB symptoms (SP-OAB) and the overactive bladder symptom score (OABSS), along with related sociodemographic and lifestyle factors. METHODS:This was a cross-sectional study comprised of 192 men aged 40 years and older who participated in a prosta...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kim JH,Ham BK,Shim SR,Lee WJ,Kim HJ,Kwon SS,Bae JH

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ezetimibe/simvastatin (INEGY), a dual inhibitor of both cholesterol production and absorption, is a new approach to the management of hyperlipidaemia. Recent studies have shown that it produces greater reductions in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol than the single inhibition of statin therapy, enabling many m...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kastelein JJ,Sankatsing RR

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumours of the perianal region and anal canal are uncommon and can present in a variety of ways. Acute anorectal sepsis is a common condition that usually presents as a painful lump close to the anal margin. Tumours in the perianal region may mimic the symptoms and signs of anorectal sepsis, thereby leading to a delay...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Bracey EE,Mathur P,Dooldeniya M,Joshi A,Dawson PM

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To investigate ethnic differences and the effect of age and education on awareness and attitudes of women towards hormone replacement therapy (HRT), we conducted a questionnaire survey of 180 women attending a gynaecology clinic, of whom 152 (84.4%) responded. Seventy-one of the women had heard of HRT. Awareness of HR...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Lydakis C,Kerr H,Hutchings K,Lip GY

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most cases of splenic artery aneurysm are asymptomatic, being found incidentally at the time of investigations (e.g. ultrasound, computed tomography, angiography) or laparotomy for other conditions. Rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm with erosion into the stomach is a rare cause of massive upper gastrointestinal hae...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Moawad M,Ray S,Joseph JV

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years the complexities and heterogeneity of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) have been recognised. Most PCOS sufferers with amenorrhoea, menstrual dysfunction, hirsutism, acne and infertility can be evaluated and safely managed in primary care. It is prudent to remember that all women with PCOS are at risk...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Gupta S

更新日期：1999-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To assess the efficacy and safety of dipeptidyl peptidase 4-inhibitors (DPP4-I) compared with sulphonylureas in adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) mellitus. METHOD:Randomised controlled trials were collected from PubMed, EMBASE, Google Scholar and conference. The primary outcome was the change in HbA1c. Secondary o...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Zhou JB,Bai L,Wang Y,Yang JK

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is difficult to make a diagnosis when malignancy presents as fever of unknown origin (FUO). In order to update information on this disease entity, we performed a retrospective survey on adult cancer patients (n=48) presenting with FUO who were admitted to our university hospital between 1989 and 2002. All 48 patien...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Wei W,Hesheng L

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To examine whether the blood pressure (BP) profiles of lumiracoxib and high-dose ibuprofen differed in patients treated with different classes of antihypertensive medications. METHODS:A 4-week, multicentre, randomised, double-blind study has compared the effects of lumiracoxib 100 mg once daily (od) (n = 394) and...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： MacDonald TM,Richard D,Lheritier K,Krammer G

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In the setting of an increasing workload for radiologists, this study focuses on the feasibility of skill mixing in breast imaging in a hospital radiology department. METHODS:Two radiological technologists with more than 10 years of experience in performing mammograms were trained in prereading mammograms to s...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： van den Biggelaar FJ,Kessels AG,van Engelshoven JM,Flobbe K

更新日期：2010-03-01 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：:Zearalenone (ZEN) is a non-steroidal mycoestrogen that widely contaminates agricultural products. ZEN and its derivatives share similar molecular mechanisms and activity with estrogens and interact with ERα and ERβ leading to changes in the reproductive system in both animals and humans. The reduced form of ZEN, α-ZEA...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Pazaiti A,Kontos M,Fentiman IS

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The coexistence of diabetes mellitus (DM) and hypertension (HTN) worsens clinical outcomes and contributes to increased morbidity and mortality. OBJECTIVE:This study aims to analyse the length of stay and healthcare costs by calculating the direct and indirect costs of diabetes with coexisting hypertensio...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Sharma A,Baldi A,Kumar Sharma D

更新日期：2021-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The high prevalence of both hypovitaminosis D and type 2 diabetes (T2DM) in the Asian community is well recognised, but the impact of diabetes on vitamin D status and vice versa, has not been well reported. AIMS:To determine the prevalence of hypovitaminosis D in Asian patients with T2DM and its impact on g...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Tahrani AA,Ball A,Shepherd L,Rahim A,Jones AF,Bates A

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-adherence to antidepressant medications is a significant barrier to the successful treatment of depression in clinical practice. This review aims to systematically assess the effectiveness of interventions for improving antidepressant medication adherence among patients with unipolar depression, and to evaluate th...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chong WW,Aslani P,Chen TF

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to determine the prevalence of gout in a general Turkish population, according to the American College of Rheumatology (Wallace) criteria proposed for gout classification. METHODS:This study was conducted in two districts of Izmir Province in Turkey, and involved 2835 subjects of ≥ 20 years...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Birlik M,Gurler O,Akar S,Sari I,Onen F,Akkoc N

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To demonstrate the benefit of the combination amlodipine/valsartan 5/160 mg over amlodipine 10 mg, in producing a lower incidence of peripheral oedema for a comparable mean sitting systolic blood pressure (MSSBP) reduction. METHODS:After a 4-week amlodipine 5 mg run-in phase, inadequately controlled hypertension ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Schrader J,Salvetti A,Calvo C,Akpinar E,Keeling L,Weisskopf M,Brunel P

更新日期：2009-02-01 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：BACKGROUND:Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is common in heart failure patients. Many of them still remain undiagnosed. The aim of this study was to detect clinical predictors of sleep apnoea which may help to identify patients with SDB at a heart failure clinic. METHODS:We performed an in-home sleep study on 115 cons...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Herrscher TE,Akre H,Overland B,Sandvik L,Westheim AS

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00