The hypouricaemic effect of tienilic acid: experience in patients with hyperuricaemia.

abstract：:Mathematical techniques are well suited to analysis of growth data. In the past there has been much emphasis on the mathematical description of shape and changes of shape as exemplified by the allometric equation. More recently these methods have been less popular and shape analysis has been handled largely by modern ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Preece MA

更新日期：1978-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper discusses the relationship between panic and other symptoms of anxiety disorders. The approach to classification of these disorders described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Third Edition) of the American Psychiatric Association is outlined. It is concluded that there are subst...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Brandon S

更新日期：1988-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Effective communication is a vital part of good clinical care. Traditionally bleep systems have been used as the mainstay of communication. Mobile technology is increasingly seen as a quicker, easier and more reliable method of communication. Our objective was to assess the use of mobile devices within a typ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Martin G,Janardhanan P,Withers T,Gupta S

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of an emulsion formulation of 2,6-diisopropylphenol (propofol) for induction and maintenance of anaesthesia was compared with methohexitone in 60 patients undergoing termination of pregnancy. In the dosages chosen the two agents appeared to be equi-potent. Propofol was associated with a statistically significa...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Cundy JM,Arunasalam K

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three studies reported here have confirmed that lornoxicam is effective in osteoarthritis and the ideal dose appears to be 12 mg daily. Overall, lornoxicam appears to be a useful drug in the treatment of both osteo- and rheumatoid arthritis, from the data presently available. ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Berry H,Ollier S

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tienilic acid is a diuretic-uricosuric compound whose natriuretic site of action is in the cortical diluting segment of the distal nephron. Oral doses of 250 mg given to normal human volunteers provided peak blood levels of 10--11 micrograms/ml at 3--4 hours after administration. Approximately 40% of the dose was reco...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Dubb JW,Stote RM,Maass AR,Hwang BV,Familiar RG,Alexander F

更新日期：1979-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Largyngotracheal and pharyngoesophageal tears following minor blunt trauma to the neck are uncommon. A child with such an injury is reported and the modes of diagnosis and management are discussed. Patients may initially present with minimal signs and symptoms, but their condition may deteriorate rapidly or insidiousl...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Back GW,Banfield G

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:People with early-onset dementia have a potential risk of being marginalised with respect to care and social support as a result of the blame and stigma associated with their condition, and because they have reduced access to treatment options and postdiagnostic care. The limited use of community services and the resu...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Nwadiugwu M

更新日期：2020-09-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Some antifungal agents have been tested qualitatively in various associations against species of Candida, Cryptococcus and Torulopsis. The method used was the channel test and the results are confirmed by comparison with the serial dilution test in agar. The antagonism in vitro with the combination of amphotericin B i...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Dupont B,Drouhet E

更新日期：1979-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anaphylaxis is a life threatening reaction where prompt and appropriate management can save lives. Epinephrine (adrenaline) is the treatment of choice; however, the recommended dose and route of administration of epinephrine used in the management of anaphylaxis is different from that used in the management ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Jose R,Clesham GJ

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 22 year old woman was admitted with amitriptyline overdose. Twenty six hours later she developed acute myocardial infarction. Cardiotoxic effects of tricyclic antidepressants are discussed and the importance of considering myocardial infarction as a complication of tricyclic antidepressant overdose is emphasized. ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Chamsi-Pasha H,Barnes PC

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Doctors in all specialties are involved in making "do not attempt resuscitation" (DNAR) decisions; this can be a difficult and challenging process. Guidelines exist to provide an ethical and legal framework for the process and documentation of these decisions. OBJECTIVE:To audit the documentation of resus...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Harris D,Davies R

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serum concentrations of LH, FSH, testosterone and prolactin were measured in patients with hypertension treated with propranolol (34 cases), methyldopa (13 cases), and methyldopa + propranolol (11 cases). The results were compared with those obtained in 18 controls (hospital out-patients). There were no differences in...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Taylor RG,Crisp AJ,Hoffbrand BI,Maguire A,Jacobs HS

更新日期：1981-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) programmes vary in admission criteria from open referral to acceptance of electrocardiogram (ECG) protocol positive patients only. Rigid criteria may result in some patients with acutely occluded coronary arteries not receiving timely reperfusion therapy. OB...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Apps A,Malhotra A,Tarkin J,Smith R,Kabir T,Lane R,Mason M,Ali O,Rogers P,Banya W,Whitbread M,Ilsley C,Dalby M

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Major lethal and non-lethal congenital malformations occurring in babies born in Dudley Road Hospital in 1979, 1980 and 1981 were related to the ethnic group of the mother. There was an increased incidence of gastrointestinal malformations in the Indian group and an increased incidence of abnormalities that could be a...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Terry PB,Mathew PM,Condie RG,Bissenden JG

更新日期：1983-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study we have examined the ability of senior house officers in the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department to interpret electrocardiographs (ECGs) and tested the value of a single seminar and guidelines on interpretation. We prospectively audited ECG interpretation taken from notes over a two-month period and ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： White T,Woodmansey P,Ferguson DG,Channer KS

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The gastric acid response and the buffer capacity of the stomach were measured in 30 control subjects and 22 duodenal ulcer patients in response to a masticatory (solid) and a non-masticatory (homogenized) meal having the same chemical composition. The peak acid output values were equal after a masticatory and after a...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Dubey P,Nundy S

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since January 1974, alternate cadaveric renal transplants were treated with antilymphocyte globulin (Behringwerke) om addotopm to prednisone and azathioprine. Thirty patients were treated in this way. 53% of patients receiving ALG had a functioning graft at six months as opposed to 40% in the control group. This diffe...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Jakobsen J,Flatmark A,Sodal G,Thorsby E

更新日期：1976-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The majority of second-generation calcium antagonists are dihydropyridines, some of which show vascular selectivity. Several new dihydropyridines have been developed with comparable pharmacodynamic properties to existing calcium antagonists in this class and greatly improved kinetic half-lives. Of these agents, amlodi...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Opie LH

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of renal anaemia by recombinant human erythropoietin (EPO) is now well established. Several studies have examined the pharmacokinetics and efficacy of the drug given intravenously, intraperitoneally and subcutaneously and there is increasing evidence that the subcutaneous route has several advantages inc...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Macdougall IC,Hutton RD,Coles GA,Williams JD

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three patients are described in whom one or more carotid territory transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs) were preceded by sneezing, straining, or bending over. It is argued that the mechanism involved dislodgment of embolic material from the site of carotid atheroma. This mechanism should be considered as an alternative ...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Harrison MJ

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This explorative study was triggered by the '#hellomynameis' campaign initiated by Dr Kate Granger in the UK. Our objectives were twofold: first, to measure rates of introduction in an Irish hospital setting by both consultant and non-consultant hospital doctors. Second to establish whether such practices we...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Gillen P,Sharifuddin SF,O'Sullivan M,Gordon A,Doherty EM

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the Balkan context education in general practice varies greatly and it is in different stages of reorganisation and curriculum development. The postgraduate training in family medicine in Albania started in January 1997 with the goal of providing future family doctors with the proper knowledge, skills, attitudes, a...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Rrumbullaku L,Theodorakis PN,Pulluqi P,Lionis C,Trell E

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most vertebral haemangiomas are asymptomatic. A case of spinal reconstruction for symptomatic extraosseous thoracic haemangioma using a titanium cage is reported. Radiographs of the T11 vertebra demonstrated characteristic vertical striations. Magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography showed spinal cord compr...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Ogura T,Mori M,Hayashida T,Osawa T,Hase H

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although an extensive literature exists on factors controlling sodium excretion in animal experimental models of heart failure, the relevance of these to the human condition remains largely unexplored. Increased renal sympathetic stimulation is considered responsible for heightened urinary sodium retention. Stimulatio...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Good J,Frost G,Oakley CM,Cleland JG

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autoamputation is an uncommon phenomenon that has been reported for the fingers, toes, appendix, ovary, spleen, etc. Autoamputation of the tongue has never been reported. An elderly man with carcinoma of lateral pharyngeal wall and tonsil presented with an autoamputated tongue that was attached to the oral cavity with...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Patel AK,Chaturvedi P,Panday RK,Sanyal B

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of a young man with Fusobacterium necrophorum meningitis who developed bilateral carotid artery stenosis associated with thrombosis of the cavernous sinuses. Intraluminal clot was present in the region of the stenoses for which he was anticoagulated. The clinical presentation, problems with diagnosi...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Jones TH,Bergvall V,Bradshaw JP

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postgraduate medical education bodies and national patient safety institutes recommend that trainees develop patient safety competencies such as those for Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) rounds, yet there exists no model for their educational delivery. OBJECTIVE:We studied the effect of a single educational i...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Mondoux SE,Frank JR,Kwok ESH,Cwinn AA,Lee AC,Calder LA

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypothyroidism over a lifetime is rare. Such a case is reported due to post-coupling dyshormonogenesis in a patient who had developed an aortic aneurysm. It is proposed that the aortic aneurysm could have arisen as a direct consequence of the hypothyroidism. Furthermore, Reilly bodies, which are deposits of mucopolysa...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Savage C,Deanfield JE,Jung RT

更新日期：1982-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Improvements in magnetic resonance (MR) imaging now permit diagnostic images of the fetus to be obtained. Ultrasound remains vital in all aspects of fetal imaging but MR provides a useful second line imaging test. Its value is best researched in fetal central nervous system disorders but it can be applied in other are...

journal_title：Postgraduate medical journal

authors： Weston MJ

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00