Lack of effect of statins on maintenance of normal sinus rhythm following electrical cardioversion of persistent atrial fibrillation.

abstract：:Cases of transient global amnesia (TGA) seen by one consultant neurologist over a 4-year period (2002-2005 inclusive) were identified. Of 10 possible cases, eight fulfilled suggested diagnostic criteria. Five cases were seen as ward consultations, three in outpatient clinics; seven were seen in district general hospit...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Larner AJ

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mobile smart phones have become increasingly integrated into the practice of doctors and allied medical professionals. Recent studies suggest them to represent reservoirs for pathogens with potential to cause nosocomial infections. This study aimed to investigate the level of contamination on phones used on ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Mark D,Leonard C,Breen H,Graydon R,O'Gorman C,Kirk S

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although data about circadian variation of myocardial infarction (MI) in western populations reveal morning peak between 06:00 and 12:00 hours, differences have been reported in different regions of the world and ethnic groups. We aimed to evaluate circadian variation of MI in a Turkish cohort. METHODS:A to...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Sari I,Davutoglu V,Erer B,Tekbas E,Ucer E,Ozer O,Uyarel H,Aksoy M

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：AIM:We analysed the effectiveness and safety of outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy (OPAT) in acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) in patients admitted to home hospitalisation units (HHU). METHODS:Retrospective multicentre study of patients with AECOPD included in the Spanish OPAT ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Ponce González MA,Mirón Rubio M,Mujal Martinez A,Estrada Cuxart O,Fiuza Perez D,Salas Reinoso L,Fernández Fabrellas E,Chiner Vives E

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke risk is heightened among patients who have had a primary stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA). The primary care physician is in the best position to monitor these patients for stroke recurrence. Because stroke recurrence can occur shortly after the primary event, guidelines recommend initiating ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kirshner HS

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Few published studies have examined survival rates for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) by number of lines of treatment received or stage at diagnosis. This study aims to evaluate survival and numbers of lines of treatment in USA mCRC managed care patients. METHODS:To evaluate the impact of ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Seal B,Chastek B,Kulakodlu M,Valluri S

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although the relationship of elevated serum uric acid levels and cardiovascular disease has been established in a great number of studies, the causal relevance of this finding remains ambiguous. An approach to evaluate the causal relevance of biomarkers is to exploit the natural randomised allocation of alle...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kei A,Koutsouka F,Makri A,Elisaf M

更新日期：2018-01-01 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：:Current therapy in Russia for long-term management of asthma is mainly non-steroidal. This provided the opportunity to compare the efficacy and safety of formoterol (Oxis) Turbuhaler plus budesonide (Pulmicort) Turbuhaler with budesonide Turbuhaler alone in adults (n=338) with mild to moderate asthma who had little pr...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chuchalin AG,Ovcharenko SI,Goriachkina LA,Sidorenko IV,Tsoi AN,Epoch Study Group.

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The following article reviews treatment for acne vulgaris. Selection of therapy should be based on clinical appearance taking into account lesion type and severity, as well as identification of acne scarring and the psychosocial disability caused by the disease. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Layton AM

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of adult blindness among individuals aged 50 and older in the Western world, with the neovascular form of AMD responsible for the most severe and rapid visual loss. Although monotherapy with currently available treatments can slow the rate of loss of vision i...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kaiser PK,Do DV

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The misery of living with atopic eczema (syn. dermatitis, AD) cannot be overstated for it may have a profoundly negative effect on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of children and their family unit in many cases. As it is one of the commonest chronic relapsing childhood dermatosis (UK lifetime prevalence 16-...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Lewis-Jones S

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostate cancer remains a most intriguing condition, which poses unique challenges. On reviewing recent literature on localised disease (confined within the capsule T1 or T2, N0, M0), it would seem that it is over treated, resulting in significant morbidity. We now have strong evidence, however, that there can be mort...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Hodgson D,Acher P,Cahill D

更新日期：2007-02-01 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：:We assessed the cost-effectiveness of acarbose in the management of patients with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) in Sweden, based on progression to type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular (CV) events reported in the STOP-NIDDM trial population, including high-risk subgroups. The cost per patient free from T2D was S...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Quilici S,Chancellor J,Maclaine G,McGuire A,Andersson D,Chiasson JL

更新日期：2005-10-01 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：OBJECTIVE:The impacts of renin-angiotensin system (RAS)-targeting antihypertensive drugs on Alzheimer's disease (AD) remain controversial. We performed this meta-analysis to evaluate the precise value of RAS-targeting antihypertensive drugs in terms of attenuating incidence of AD and slowing down cognitive decline in p...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Ye R,Hu Y,Yao A,Yang Y,Shi Y,Jiang Y,Zhang J

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Influences on bladder health begin during infancy and continue throughout the lifespan. Bladder anatomy and physiology change as individuals age, and the risk and propensity for bladder conditions, including lower urinary tract symptoms, throughout life are related to factors specific to age, sex, and life events. Bla...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Ellsworth P,Marschall-Kehrel D,King S,Lukacz E

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of acute myocardial infarction in an HIV-infected patient without significant coronary artery disease (CAD) risk factors. The patient underwent rescue percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), with a successful outcome. We presume a possible pathogenetic role of anti-retroviral therapy an...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Saporito F,Micari A,Raffa S,Cerrito M,Micari G,Grassi R

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study compared effectiveness of rosuvastatin (RSV) with other statins on lowering LDL-C and LDL-C goal attainment among Medicare-eligible patients (age >or= 65 years) and patients with age < 65 years treated in usual clinical practice to provide evidence of real-world effectiveness of statins. METHODS:R...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Fox KM,Gandhi SK,Ohsfeldt RL,Blasetto JW,Davidson MH

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to compare ezetimibe/simvastatin combination therapy with intensified statin monotherapy as alternative treatment strategies to achieve the Joint British Societies (JBS)-2 and National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence low-density-lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) target of < 2 mm...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： McCormack T,Harvey P,Gaunt R,Allgar V,Chipperfield R,Robinson P,IN-PRACTICE study.

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Day-case and short-stay thyroid surgery is carried out routinely around the world. In the UK longer postoperative stay is usually advocated to circumvent/identify potentially catastrophic complications following thyroidectomy. In the current climate of the National Health Service with focus on patient-centred service,...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Mirnezami R,Sahai A,Symes A,Jeddy T

更新日期：2007-07-01 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：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：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：OBJECTIVE:Serum sodium overcorrection and hypernatremia are significant health risks. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the risks of vaptans in hypernatremia and serum sodium overcorrection. METHODS:We searched PubMed, Embase, and CENTRAL for randomised controlled trials. We included studi...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Zhou Y,Yang W,Liu G,Gao W

更新日期：2020-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：:The current study compared the effectiveness of the graduated tuning fork (128 Hz) and the neurothesiometer in assessing vibration sensation perception in patients presenting with type II diabetes mellitus. A quota sample of patients (n = 21; age range 43-73 years) were assessed using the neurothesiometer and tuning f...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： O'Neill J,McCann SM,Lagan KM

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fever of unknown origin (FUO) is defined as the body temperature higher than 38.3 degrees C on several occasions and lasting longer than 3 weeks, with the aetiology remaining uncertain after 1 week of investigation. In this study, we reviewed 57 patients with FUO hospitalised in our inpatient department between 1998 a...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Erten N,Saka B,Ozturk G,Karan MA,Tascioglu C,Dilmener M,Kaysi A

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Urea is a major component of many daily skincare products which is widely used. Its role in the treatment of, for example atopic skin, atopic eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis, is undisputed. However, the mode of action of urea is partly still elusive and goes far beyond its assumed passive role. This article shall elu...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Dirschka T

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00