Abstract:
:Many investigations consider the presence of e antigen (HBeAg) valuable in predicting which patients with acute hepatitis B are at risk of remaining infected and developing chronic liver disease. We tested this hypothesis in a retrospective study of serial samples from patients undergoing long-term hemodialysis. We found HBeAg in the early phase of all hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections. There was no significant difference between transiently and persistently hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg)-positive persons with regard to the frequency of HBeAg during the first 3 months of HBs antigenemia. Thus during the early period of viral activity, the presence of HBeAg is of no prognostic values in determining chronicity of HBV infection. We believe the disagreement on the prognostic value of HBeAg is a reflection of variations in time and frequency of sampling. The HBeAg remains, however, a useful indicator of potential infectivity of HBsAg(+)persons.
journal_name
Ann Intern Medjournal_title
Annals of internal medicineauthors
Werner BG,Blumberg BSdoi
10.7326/0003-4819-89-3-310subject
Has Abstractpub_date
1978-09-01 00:00:00pages
310-4issue
3eissn
0003-4819issn
1539-3704journal_volume
89pub_type
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journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/M14-0698
更新日期:2015-01-06 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVE:To prospectively study the clinical features, pathophysiology, treatment and prognosis of Wegener granulomatosis. DESIGN:Of the 180 patients with Wegener granulomatosis referred to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases during the past 24 years, 158 have been followed for 6 months to 24 ye...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-116-6-488
更新日期:1992-03-15 00:00:00
abstract::For an estimated 10 million trips abroad by U.S. residents in 2002, "visiting friends and relatives" (VFR) was a purpose for travel. Made up largely of foreign-born U.S. residents and their children, this population shows disparities in the number of reported cases of many preventable travel-related illnesses compared...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-142-1-200501040-00013
更新日期:2005-01-04 00:00:00
abstract::This issue provides a clinical overview of Clostridium difficile infection focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, practice improvement, and patient information. Readers can complete the accompanying CME quiz for 1.5 credits. Only ACP members and individual subscribers can access the electronic features of In th...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-153-7-201010050-01004
更新日期:2010-10-05 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:The risk for and determinants of transmission of tuberculosis in hospitals caring for moderate numbers of patients with tuberculosis remain uncertain. OBJECTIVE:To study the association of tuberculin conversion among health care workers with ventilation of patient care areas. DESIGN:Cross-sectional observa...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-133-10-200011210-00010
更新日期:2000-11-21 00:00:00
abstract:Background:Cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) are associated with procedure-related complications, yet little is known about variation in complication rates among institutions that may suggest disparities in care quality. Objective:To assess institutional variation in risk-standardized complication ...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/M18-2810
更新日期:2019-09-03 00:00:00
abstract::The Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP) has penalized hospitals with higher 30-day readmission rates more than $3 billion to date. Clinicians and policy experts have raised concerns that the 30-day readmission measure used in this program provides an incomplete picture of performance because it does not cap...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/M20-3486
更新日期:2021-01-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:The news media are often criticized for exaggerated coverage of weak science. Press releases, a source of information for many journalists, might be a source of those exaggerations. OBJECTIVE:To characterize research press releases from academic medical centers. DESIGN:Content analysis. SETTING:Press rele...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-150-9-200905050-00007
更新日期:2009-05-05 00:00:00
abstract:Background:Little is known about whether insurance expansion affects the location and type of emergency department (ED) use. Understanding these changes can inform state-level decisions about the Medicaid expansion under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). Objective:To investigate the effect of the 2...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,多中心研究
doi:10.7326/M16-0086
更新日期:2017-02-07 00:00:00
abstract::Arterial blood gas analysis is used to evaluate oxygen and carbon dioxide gas exchange and acid-base status. Few studies identify indications for arterial blood gas analysis, especially with regard to optimizing the quality of patient care. General indications in severely ill adults usually include pathophysiologic ab...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-105-3-390
更新日期:1986-09-01 00:00:00
abstract:PURPOSE:To examine studies of normal colon and colorectal cancer for evidence that the location of the primary tumor proximal or distal to the splenic flexure of the colon may determine distinct genetic categories of this disease. DATA IDENTIFICATION:Studies were identified through a manual search of journals, through...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-113-10-779
更新日期:1990-11-15 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Recent evidence shows that arthroscopic partial meniscectomy (APM) offers no benefit over conservative treatment of patients with a degenerative meniscus tear. However, patients who report mechanical symptoms (sensations of knee catching or locking) may benefit from APM. OBJECTIVE:To assess whether APM impr...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,多中心研究,随机对照试验
doi:10.7326/M15-0899
更新日期:2016-04-05 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Persons with abdominal aortic aneurysm are more likely to have a higher prevalence of risk factors for and clinical manifestations of cardiovascular disease. It is unknown whether these factors explain the high mortality rate associated with abdominal aortic aneurysm. OBJECTIVE:To describe the risk for mort...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-134-3-200102060-00008
更新日期:2001-02-06 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:The clinical significance of asymptomatic deep venous thrombosis that develops after joint arthroplasty and the value of screening tests to detect thrombi are uncertain. OBJECTIVES:To determine 1) the rate of symptomatic deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism occurring after hospitalization for joint ...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 临床试验,杂志文章,随机对照试验
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-127-6-199709150-00004
更新日期:1997-09-15 00:00:00
abstract::The cause of stroke in young patients frequently cannot be established. Eleven consecutive patients, age 50 and younger, had clinical evidence of cerebral embolization. Results of physical, radiographic, electrocardiographic, and two-dimensional echocardiographic examinations were normal in all patients. During normal...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-105-5-695
更新日期:1986-11-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Extended-duration low-molecular-weight heparin has been shown to prevent venous thromboembolism (VTE) in high-risk surgical patients. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of extended-duration enoxaparin thromboprophylaxis in acutely ill medical patients. DESIGN:Randomized, parallel, placebo-contro...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,多中心研究,随机对照试验
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-153-1-201007060-00004
更新日期:2010-07-06 00:00:00
abstract::The training of physicians for the delivery of primary care is becoming a national priority. The period of residency training is viewed by many as the focal point for educational change to meet this demand. The Residency Program in Social Medicine at Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center was begun in 1970 and offers ...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-87-3-359
更新日期:1977-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::To assess whether echocardiographic and electrocardiographic detection of left ventricular hypertrophy could predict cardiovascular morbid events in patients with uncomplicated essential hypertension, we followed 140 men for a mean of 4.8 years. Initial echocardiographic measurements of left ventricular mass were norm...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-105-2-173
更新日期:1986-08-01 00:00:00
abstract::The relation of menopause to cardiovascular disease incidence was examined in women less than 55 years old from the cohort of 2873 women in the initial Framingham examination. Although the number of person-years of experience during the 20 years of observation was nearly the same for premenopausal and postmenopausal s...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-85-4-447
更新日期:1976-10-01 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVE:To determine whether the use of non-potassium-sparing diuretics and beta-blockers is associated with an excess risk for sudden cardiac death in hypertensive patients. DESIGN:Case-control study. SETTING:Rotterdam, the Netherlands. PATIENTS:257 case-patients who had died suddenly while receiving drug therapy...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-123-7-199510010-00001
更新日期:1995-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::Early defibrillation is the most important determinant of survival for victims of cardiac arrest due to ventricular fibrillation. The automated external defibrillator (AED) was developed as the result of the American Heart Association's Public Access Defibrillation initiative. The goal of this initiative is to place A...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-135-11-200112040-00011
更新日期:2001-12-04 00:00:00
abstract::Thirty-five consecutive patients with progressive systemic sclerosis were prospectively evaluated for evidence of Sjögren's syndrome. Six of the 35 (17%) were judged to have the disorder. This is a higher prevalence than in most reports, but much lower than that recently reportedly by Alarcón-Segovia and associates (7...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-87-5-535
更新日期:1977-11-01 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the incidence and symptoms of and risk factors for biliary sludge and gallstones during pregnancy and to assess the natural history of these conditions in the first year after delivery. DESIGN:Cohort study. PATIENTS:A total of 272 pregnant women recruited in the first trimester. MEASUREMENTS:Bi...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-119-2-199307150-00004
更新日期:1993-07-15 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Several studies show an inverse association between self-reported physical activity and type 2 diabetes. It is not known whether physical activity or cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with the onset of objectively determined impaired fasting glucose and type 2 diabetes. OBJECTIVE:To determine whether ...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-130-2-199901190-00002
更新日期:1999-01-19 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Left bundle-branch block (BBB) is considered an important predictor of poor outcome in patients with acute myocardial infarction, but the consequences of right BBB are not well understood. OBJECTIVES:To 1) estimate the prevalence of left and right BBB in patients with myocardial infarction; 2) compare the c...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-129-9-199811010-00003
更新日期:1998-11-01 00:00:00
abstract:STUDY OBJECTIVE:To determine the efficacy of the addition of ifosfamide to cisplatin plus etoposide (VIP), or vinblastine (VeIP), in patients with recurrent germ cell tumors. DESIGN:Nonrandomized, prospective phase II trial. SETTING:Tertiary referral university hospital. PATIENTS:Fifty-six of fifty-eight entered pat...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-109-7-540
更新日期:1988-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::Palliative care prioritizes symptom management and quality of life throughout the course of serious illness. Regardless of whether care is inpatient or outpatient, primary or subspecialty, a solid understanding of the basics of effective communication, symptom management, and end-of-life care is crucial. This article ...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:10.7326/AITC201803060
更新日期:2018-03-06 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:A common criticism of randomized, controlled trials (RCTs) is that the enrollment process may be highly selective and those who enroll may not represent persons in the general population. The recruitment process reported in published RCTs has not been systematically evaluated. OBJECTIVE:To determine whether...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-137-1-200207020-00007
更新日期:2002-07-02 00:00:00
abstract:STUDY OBJECTIVE:To determine the clinical variables affecting outcome after balloon aortic valvuloplasty. DESIGN:Longitudinal follow-up of consecutive case series. PATIENTS:Consecutive sample of 36 patients with severe calcific aortic stenosis, and without active infection or left ventricular mural thrombus. INTERVE...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 临床试验,杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-110-6-421
更新日期:1989-03-15 00:00:00
abstract:OBJECTIVE:To validate prospectively the use of an artificial neural network to identify myocardial infarction in patients presenting to an emergency department with anterior chest pain. DESIGN:Prospective, blinded testing. SETTING:Tertiary university teaching center. PATIENTS:A total of 331 consecutive adult patient...
journal_title:Annals of internal medicine
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.7326/0003-4819-115-11-843
更新日期:1991-12-01 00:00:00