Family intervention to control type 2 diabetes: a controlled clinical trial.

abstract：:Before implementing a guideline, reassurance is needed that the guideline is valid, reproducible and reliable. A method for assessing guideline validity has now been developed for general use. Guideline producers need to consider suitable strategies for implementing their guidelines. When designing and evaluating a gu...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Littlejohns P,Cluzeau F

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although condom promotion schemes have been widely piloted in UK general practices, there have been no rigorous evaluations of their effectiveness. OBJECTIVES:To see if a practice-based sexual health education intervention increases the number of women having smears who are given condoms and advice on avoid...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Oakeshott P,Kerry S,Hay S,Hay P

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The GP often has a primary function in assessing pigmented skin lesions in Denmark. No data are available on the diagnostic accuracy of this process. OBJECTIVE:We aimed to study the sensitivity, specificity and positive prognostic value of the diagnosis made by 27 trained or trainee GPs. METHOD:We tested t...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Jemec GB

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the commonest cause of vaginal discharge, and its association with obstetric and gynaecological complications is being recognized increasingly. It was our impression that BV was poorly understood and underdiagnosed in family practice. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to explor...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Langsford MJ,Dobbs FF,Morrison GM,Dance DA

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The functional status of patients was determined during an acute attack of asthma requiring medical intervention. Patients were recruited during two months from general practice: all 28 patients consulting for an acute asthma attack were invited to take part: four refused or were withdrawn from follow up. Matched cont...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Wong-Chung D,Mateijsen N,West R,Ravell L,van Weel C

更新日期：1991-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of mHealth technology is an innovative approach for screening low-income mothers for depression. Past studies show that the use of technology removes barriers such as literacy issues, language challenges, concerns about privacy and lack of transportation and can also increase reliability. However, li...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Pineros-Leano M,Tabb KM,Sears H,Meline B,Huang H

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ankle-brachial index (ABI), i.e. the ratio of the ankle to brachial systolic blood pressure, is the golden standard for the diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and is a highly specific method for the assessment of vascular risk in otherwise asymptomatic patients. OBJECTIVE:To assess the diagn...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Migliacci R,Nasorri R,Ricciarini P,Gresele P

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper presents a method for assessing the doctor-patient interaction in terms of its patient-centredness. Patient-centredness was defined in terms of doctor responses which enabled patients to express all of their reasons for coming, including symptoms, thoughts, feelings and expectations. The method was tested a...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Henbest RJ,Stewart MA

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cancer of the colon is the second most common malignancy in North America and screening methods are needed for diagnosing the lesions at an early stage. Faecal occult blood screening is a method of secondary prevention which is particularly adaptable to the family practice setting. In order to test the feasibility of ...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Sangster JF,Gerace TM,Bass MJ

更新日期：1986-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examined the effect of measuring blood pressure below subjects' rolled-up sleeves, over the sleeve, or on the bare arm. This is an important day-to-day issue for the busy GP. METHODS:The sample consisted of 201 subjects in family practice clinics and residents of a senior citizens' home. A digita...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Kahan E,Yaphe J,Knaani-Levinz H,Weingarten MA

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A cohort study investigated the specific outcomes of a health education coursed carried out by recently graduated physicians in an urban primary care setting in Israel. Questionnaires were used to study the effects of the programme on knowledge and awareness concerning antibiotic usage. The results showed a significan...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Hermoni D,Friedman M,Morel D,Mankuta D,Sivan A,Porter B

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We aimed to assess criteria when diagnosing acute otitis media and related performance in general practice in Denmark. Furthermore, we aimed to identify the scale of and the reasons for diagnostic uncertainty. METHODS:We conducted: (i) a survey among GPs assessing criteria; and (ii) prospective registration ...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Jensen PM,Lous J

更新日期：1999-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fibromyalgia (FM) is a common idiopathic chronic, widespread pain syndrome with tenderness in anatomically defined tender points. OBJECTIVES:The purpose of the present study was to describe and characterize the economic and daily work burden of FM compared with diabetes mellitus and hypertension. METHODS:A...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Doron Y,Peleg R,Peleg A,Neumann L,Buskila D

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prevalence of overweight in children has increased significantly in many countries in the past decades. Few parents identify their own children as overweight, especially very young children. Motivating parents is difficult, and interventions to attain normal weight often fail. OBJECTIVE:To explore parents' ...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Toftemo I,Glavin K,Lagerløv P

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression is more prevalent among women and people with low socio-economic status. Uncertainties exist about how general practitioner (GP) depression care varies with patients' social position. OBJECTIVE:To investigate associations between patients' gender and educational status combined and GP depression ...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Riiser S,Haukenes I,Baste V,Smith-Sivertsen T,Hetlevik Ø,Ruths S

更新日期：2020-11-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Self-report information about pain and pain beliefs are often collected during initial consultation for musculoskeletal pain. These data may provide utility beyond the initial encounter, helping provide further insight into prognosis and long-term interactions of the patient with the health system. OBJECTIV...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Rhon DI,Lentz TA,George SZ

更新日期：2020-02-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-clinical factors impact on decisions about whether to refer a patient from primary care to specialist mental health services. The aim of this study was to investigate whether introducing a standardized assessment of severity improves agreement on referrals. METHODS:Multi-site mixed-method cluster random...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Slade M,Gask L,Leese M,McCrone P,Montana C,Powell R,Stewart M,Chew-Graham C

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient experience and satisfaction are important indicators of quality in health care. Little is known about where to prioritize efforts to improve patient satisfaction. OBJECTIVES:To investigate patient satisfaction with primary care, as part of the Quality and Costs of Primary Care in Europe study in Eng...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Sirdifield C,Godoy Caballero A,Windle K,Jackson C,McKay S,Schäfer W,Siriwardena AN

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most frequent skin cancer among Caucasians. Advanced cases determine significant tissue destruction and they can metastasize. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the role of GPs in timely diagnosis of SCC, examining the probability of delay before the diagnosis and t...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Renzi C,Mastroeni S,Mannooranparampil TJ,Passarelli F,Pasquini P

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Skin diseases are a common reason for consulting a GP. This regular occurrence happens despite most GPs' lack of knowledge and training in skin disease. OBJECTIVES:We aimed to explore different diagnostic approaches of GPs in patients presenting with a dermatological problem. In addition, we aimed to identi...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Rübsam ML,Esch M,Baum E,Bösner S

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient self-report measures of primary care are being used increasingly for quality assessment and improvement. The General Practice Assessment Survey (GPAS) is a widely used measure. However, it is important that the measures used are valid and interpretable. Factor analysis is a useful method to assist in...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Bower P,Mead N,Roland M

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the question whether or not spinal manipulation is associated with specific treatment effects. METHODS:Literature searches were carried out in Medline, Embase and The Cochrane Library. All sham-controlled trials of spinal manipulation were considered. RESULTS:Seven such studies were located. ...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Ernst E

更新日期：2000-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine whether patients read and remembered health promotion messages displayed in waiting rooms, 600 patients in a UK general practice were given a self-complete questionnaire. Two notice-boards carried between 1 to 4 topics over four study periods. Three-hundred and twenty-seven (55%) of subjects responded. Tw...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Wicke DM,Lorge RE,Coppin RJ,Jones KP

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After-hours care remains an important aspect of community practice although little is known about the views of either physicians or patients. This study presents an analysis of 12 499 after-hours calls made to a family practice centre over a five-year period, and 798 follow-up telephone interviews conducted with peopl...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Evens S,Curtis P,Talbot A,Baer C,Smart A

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The patient complaining of fatigue presents the physician with the dilemma of distinguishing a psychological disorder from a physical illness in its early stage. Information relating this nonspecific complaint to specific diagnoses is scarce. Consequently, laboratory investigation of fatigue has been empirical. Five s...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Valdini AF

更新日期：1985-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is often asymptomatic, and screening is not routinely undertaken. OBJECTIVE:Evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of a population-based case finding program and to identify the enablers of and/or barriers to its implementation. METHODS:We conducted a cross-sectional study of a...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Ballesta-Ors J,Clua-Espuny JL,Gentille-Lorente DI,Lechuga-Duran I,Fernández-Saez J,Muria-Subirats E,Blasco-Mulet M,Lorman-Carbo B,Alegret JM

更新日期：2020-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Persistent health inequalities in relation to both health care experiences and health outcomes continue to exist among patients identifying with a marginalized sexual orientation (MSO). OBJECTIVE:To compare the patterns of sexual orientation disclosure within primary care in England over a 5-year period. M...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Cross H,Llewellyn CD

更新日期：2020-10-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In-depth knowledge of existing practice is required to inform interventions aimed at antibiotic prescribing quality improvement. We set out to describe the presentation, antimicrobial management and associated outcome of adults presenting in general practice with acute cough/lower respiratory tract infection ...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Godycki-Cwirko M,Hood K,Nocun M,Muras M,Goossens H,Butler CC

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:At the onset of the climacteric, healthy middle-aged women present with a variety of complaints, especially in general practice. In these first years of entering the menopause, vaginal blood loss alters from irregular periods to complete amenorrhoea. According to these different menstrual patterns, we can di...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Maartens LW,Leusink GL,Knottnerus JA,Smeets CG,Pop VJ

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:All Primary Care Trusts in England were meant to have shared care protocols for antidementia medication use in place by 1 April 2004. Shared care of medical treatment in dementia depends upon early diagnosis, but under-recognition of and under-response to dementia appear widespread in general practice. AIM:...

journal_title：Family practice

authors： Iliffe S,Wilcock J,Haworth D

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00