Vitamin D and cardiovascular disease - dilemma, delight or 'dont know?'.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The ENDURANCE study evaluated the efficacy of vardenafil, a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, in men with erectile dysfunction (ED), by measuring the duration of erection leading to successful intercourse using a stopwatch as the assessment instrument. METHODS:This was a randomised, multicentre, dou...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rosenberg MT,Adams PL,McBride TA,Roberts JN,McCallum SW

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：:A high prevalence of newly detected diabetes mellitus (DM) and impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) has been reported in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and no previous diagnosis of DM. However, the prevalence of newly detected DM is grossly underestimated by using fasting plasma glucose (FPG). We determin...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Jessani S,Gangopadhyay K,Patel JV,Lip GY,Millane T

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Overactive bladder (OAB) affects an estimated 49 million people in Europe, but only a minority receive appropriate treatment. Others are bothered by unacceptable levels of symptoms that severely impair their quality of life and represent a significant financial burden to themselves and to their healthcare providers. R...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kirby M,Artibani W,Cardozo L,Chapple C,Diaz DC,De Ridder D,Espuna-Pons M,Haab F,Kelleher C,Milsom I,Van Kerrebroeck P,Vierhout M,Wagg A

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Smoking is the leading risk factor for preventable morbidity and mortality as a result of heart and lung diseases and various forms of cancer. Reimbursement coverage for smoking cessation therapies remains limited in Canada and the United States despite the health and economic benefits of smoking cessation. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： von Wartburg M,Raymond V,Paradis PE

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate state and trait form of anxiety and current depression in patients affected by gastrointestinal diseases. METHODS:We studied 1641 outpatients with gastrointestinal disorders, consecutively referred to our Internal Medicine outpatients from 1997 to 2005. State and trait anxiety were assessed by t...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Addolorato G,Mirijello A,D'Angelo C,Leggio L,Ferrulli A,Abenavoli L,Vonghia L,Cardone S,Leso V,Cossari A,Capristo E,Gasbarrini G

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to describe the occurrence, angulation and mesialisation ratio of the ectopic eruption of the maxillary permanent first molar (PFM) and its correlation with the pathological resorption of maxillary primary second molar (PSM). METHODS:This retrospective study was performed using the ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Caliskan S,Tuloglu N,Ozdemir C,Kizilaslan S,Bayrak S

更新日期：2020-12-07 00:00:00

abstract：:This double-blind, randomised, controlled study compared the efficacy of candesartan cilexetil 8 mg (n = 87) and losartan 50 mg (n = 89), once daily for 6 weeks, relative to placebo (n = 80) in patients with mild-to-moderate essential hypertension (diastolic blood pressure (DBP): 95-115 mmHg). Ambulatory BP measuremen...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Baguet JP,Nisse-Durgeat S,Mouret S,Asmar R,Mallion JM

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We recently described early rigid retrograde endoscopic realignment of the disrupted urethra under caudal anaesthesia in the outpatient setting. This retrospective study was performed to evaluate our medium-term results. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective review of patients who had early rigid retrograde e...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Olapade-Olaopa EO,Atalabi OM,Adekanye AO,Adebayo SA,Onawola KA

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Linear regression methods try to determine the best linear relationship between data points while correlation coefficients assess the association (as opposed to agreement) between the two methods. Linear regression and correlation play an important part in the interpretation of quantitative method comparison studies. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Twomey PJ,Kroll MH

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Little is known on factors associated with switching and combination use of antidepressants. Our aim was to describe such use and to analyse the association with socioeconomic factors and level of care in Swedish adults aged 20-34 years. METHODS:Individuals, aged 20-34 years, who purchased an antidepressant in Ja...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Andersson Sundell K,Petzold MG,Wallerstedt SM

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cefaclor and amoxycillin/clavulanate are active against Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis and Staphylococcus aureus--pathogens commonly associated with acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (AECB). This randomised, parallel-group, single-blind, multicentre study investigated t...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Bandak SI,Bolzon LD,Turnak MR,Johns D,Henle SK,Allen BS

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the prevalence of computer vision syndrome (CVS) and ergonomic practices among students in the Faculty of Medical Sciences at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Jamaica. METHOD:A cross-sectional study was done with a self-administered questionnaire. RESULTS:Four hundred and nine students partic...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Mowatt L,Gordon C,Santosh ABR,Jones T

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To assess the extent of reduction in blood pressure (BP) of aliskiren/amlodipine combination therapy compared with amlodipine monotherapy in moderate-to-severe hypertensive patients. METHODS:This was an 8-week multicentre, randomised, double-blind study. After a 1-to 4-week washout period, eligible patients [mean...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Braun-Dullaeus RC,Shustov SB,Alvarez C,Rogelio GG,Zhang J,Hristoskova S,Häring DA

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although there is a general agreement for the recommendation of the influenza vaccine to persons with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the magnitude of clinical effectiveness and benefit from the annual vaccination is controversial. We assessed the effects of annual influenza vaccination on wint...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Vila-Córcoles A,Ochoa O,de Diego C,Valdivieso A,Herreros I,Bobé F,Alvarez M,Juárez M,Guinea I,Ansa X,Saún N

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Over the last two decades the interest on patent foramen ovale (PFO) as a cause of cardioembolism in cryptogenic stroke has tremendously increased, thanks to the availability of better techniques to diagnose cardiac right-to-left shunt by ultrasounds and of percutaneous means of PFO treatment with interventi...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Savino K,Maiello M,Pelliccia F,Ambrosio G,Palmiero P

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To assess the safety and efficacy of omarigliptin in subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and chronic renal impairment (RI). METHODS:Patients with T2DM with moderate RI (estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR] ≥30 to <60 mL/min/1.73 m2 ) (N=114), severe RI (eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m2 ) (N=55) or end-sta...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Chacra A,Gantz I,Mendizabal G,Durlach L,O'Neill EA,Zimmer Z,Suryawanshi S,Engel SS,Lai E

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:This investigation determined the proportion of adults newly diagnosed as having type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and ascertained risk predictors for development of self-reported T2DM. METHODS:The US Study to Help Improve Early evaluation and management of risk factors Leading to Diabetes (SHIELD) survey was a 5-...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rodbard HW,Bays HE,Gavin JR 3rd,Green AJ,Bazata DD,Lewis SJ,Fox KM,Reed ML,Grandy S

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management approach to non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus among family doctors in Hong Kong was studied using two case histories. In 1996, all 804 fellows, members and associate members of the Hong Kong College of Family Physicians were sent a letter and a questionnaire. Of the 512 who responded, 405 were mal...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Lam TP,Chan TY

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite differences in design, many large epidemiological studies using well-powered multivariate analyses consistently provide overwhelming evidence of a link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Preclinical evidence suggests that several common pathophysiological mechanisms are ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Kirby M,Chapple C,Jackson G,Eardley I,Edwards D,Hackett G,Ralph D,Rees J,Speakman M,Spinks J,Wylie K

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The difficulties in establishing a diagnosis of acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) are illustrated in this case report, which attempts to raise awareness of the condition among general physicians, since they are the practitioners most likely to see such acute neurological presentations. Clinical and investiga...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： John L,Khaleeli AA,Larner AJ

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 40-year-old woman developed myelopathy manifesting as Brown Sequard syndrome after administration of Anti-venom (polyvalent enzyme-refined equine globulin supposed to neutralise 0.6 mg of standard cobra venom, 0.45 mg of standard krait venom, 0.6 mg of standard Russel's viper venom and 0.45 mg of saw scaled viper ve...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Biswas R,Irodi A,Paul A,Ghimere G,Joshi KR,Alurkar VM,Shetty KJ

更新日期：2004-06-01 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：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：BACKGROUND:People with depressive disorders or subsyndromal symptoms of depression (SSD) often use complementary and alternative therapies, including massage therapy (MT). This systematic review evaluates the evidence, from randomised clinical trials (RCTs), for the effectiveness of multiple sessions of classical Europ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Coelho HF,Boddy K,Ernst E

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aortic valve disease is common and has significant impact on prognosis and quality of life. In this educational review, we cover the pathophysiology, presentation and assessment of aortic stenosis (AS) and aortic regurgitation (AR), including the role of imaging modalities beyond echocardiography. We review current tr...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Rayner J,Coffey S,Newton J,Prendergast BD

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Invasive meningitis and pneumonia caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is an important cause of childhood mortality in countries where Hib vaccination is not routine. We evaluated the non-inferiority of a licensed Hib vaccine, PRP-CRM(197) compared with a second licensed Hib vaccine, PRP-T, followin...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Jun L,Yuguo C,Zhiguo W,Jinfeng L,Huawei M,Xiuhua L,Yonggui Z,Yanhua X,Kong Y,Hongtao L,Yuliang Z

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ultrasonography is increasingly used by clinicians to identify abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA). We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing the accuracy of non-radiologist performed ultrasound (NRPUS) for AAA disease to the 'gold standard' of radiologist performed aortic imaging (RPI), intr...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Concannon E,McHugh S,Healy DA,Kavanagh E,Burke P,Clarke Moloney M,Walsh SR

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The decision on whether or not to treat a first seizure is dependent on several medical and non-medical factors. AIMS:In this review, we have summarised the important aspects that determine the advantages and disadvantages of treating a first seizure. We have looked at evidence from randomised controlled tr...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Sathasivam S,Nicolson A

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE:There is an ever-increasing drive to improve surgical patient outcomes. Given the benefits which robotics has bestowed upon a wide range of industries, from vehicle manufacturing to space exploration, robots have been highlighted by many as essential for continued improvements in surgery. OBJECTIVE:The goal...

journal_title：International journal of clinical practice

authors： Hussain A,Malik A,Halim MU,Ali AM

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00