Abstract:
:Problems resulting from cold exposure can be successfully treated when a coordinated emergency medical transport system and appropriate equipment are available, as well as medical personnel knowledgeable in the management of frostbite and hypothermia. Clinical suspicion of these disorders is essential. Profoundly hypothermic individuals with no recordable vital signs have been resuscitated after controlled, rapid rewarming measures and the use of emergency life-support systems.
journal_name
Am Fam Physicianjournal_title
American family physicianauthors
Dembert MLsubject
Has Abstractpub_date
1982-01-01 00:00:00pages
99-106issue
1eissn
0002-838Xissn
1532-0650journal_volume
25pub_type
杂志文章abstract::Frostbite can cause loss of life and limbs. Proper treatment and follow-up care are essential in reducing morbidity and mortality. Management of the frostbite patient consists of three stages. Initial care includes protection of the extremity from trauma or partial thawing. The second stage consists of rapid rewarming...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1984-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::While abdominoperineal resection with permanent colostomy is still required for most distal [corrected] rectal cancers, sphincter-saving local treatment by means of local excision, electrocoagulation or endocavitary contact radiation can be used for some highly selected distal tumors. Local treatment avoids a permanen...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1997-10-15 00:00:00
abstract::Growth plate or physeal injuries are classified according to the zones of the physis that are affected and the disruption of bony structure. All physeal injuries should be reduced anatomically, particularly when an articular surface is involved. Inability to restore normal configuration can result in malunion, incongr...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1984-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::External hemorrhoids represent distended vascular tissue in the anal canal distal to the dentate line. Persons with thrombosed external hemorrhoids usually present with pain on standing, sitting or defecating. Acutely tender, thrombosed external hemorrhoids can be surgically removed if encountered within the first 72 ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2002-04-15 00:00:00
abstract::Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of acute abdominal pain in adults and children, with a lifetime risk of 8.6% in males and 6.7% in females. It is the most common nonobstetric surgical emergency during pregnancy. Findings from the history, physical examination, and laboratory studies aid in the diagnosis o...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:2018-07-01 00:00:00
abstract::Rheumatic complaints secondary to viral infections are usually brief, self-limited and nondestructive. They may accompany almost any type of viral illness, and the arthritic presentation is nonspecific. These manifestations are protean, ranging from arthralgia to vasculitis. Often the cause of the rheumatic complaint ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1996-11-01 00:00:00
abstract::The classic chest radiograph, showing bilateral hilar and right paratracheal adenopathy, is found in half of sarcoidosis patients. Pulmonary infiltrates are a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Extrapulmonary disease may be found in the skin, eyes, liver and heart, and in the nervous, musculoskeletal and other sy...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1988-08-01 00:00:00
abstract::Osteoporosis is the most common bone disorder in the United States. Bone mass is decreased, and porosity and fragility are increased. Dual-beam photon absorptiometry is currently considered the best detection technique. Prevention involves increased calcium intake and avoidance of diets high in protein and phosphates,...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1985-11-01 00:00:00
abstract::Gait disorders in the elderly are common and in most cases cannot be treated medically or surgically. Therefore, treatment often relies on ambulatory devices such as canes, crutches, and walkers. Before selecting a device, the patient should be evaluated to define whether one or both upper extremities are required to ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2003-04-15 00:00:00
abstract::Microscopic hematuria, a common finding on routine urinalysis of adults, is clinically significant when three to five red blood cells per high-power field are visible. Etiologies of microscopic hematuria range from incidental causes to life-threatening urinary tract neoplasm. The lack of evidence-based imaging guideli...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:2006-05-15 00:00:00
abstract::Cat-scratch disease is a common infection that usually presents as tender lymphadenopathy. It should be included in the differential diagnosis of fever of unknown origin and any lymphadenopathy syndrome. Asymptomatic, bacteremic cats with Bartonella henselae in their saliva serve as vectors by biting and clawing the s...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2011-01-15 00:00:00
abstract::A 56-year-old man, who had previously been treated for arthritis of the hands, was admitted to the hospital because of abdominal pain and fever. Physical examination, laboratory tests and liver biopsy led to the diagnosis of hemochromatosis. The patient's brother, who had also been treated for arthritis, was then foun...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1987-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::Common superficial oral lesions include candidiasis, recurrent herpes labialis, recurrent aphthous stomatitis, erythema migrans, hairy tongue, and lichen planus. Recognition and diagnosis require taking a thorough history and performing a complete oral examination. Knowledge of clinical characteristics such as size, l...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2007-02-15 00:00:00
abstract::Myasthenia gravis is a disorder that most commonly affects young adults but occasionally appears in the elderly. Muscle weakness and easy fatigability, particularly of the ocular muscles, are characteristic. Diagnosis is confirmed by electromyography and the edrophonium (Tensilon) test. The pathology results from inab...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1978-06-01 00:00:00
abstract::Hypothyroidism can often be misdiagnosed as psychiatric illness. The hypothyroid patient may present with depression, an organic mental disorder, apathy and/or frank psychosis (usually with paranoid symptoms). Psychiatric manifestations of the endocrinopathy will abate with thyroid hormone replacement therapy, unless ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1981-05-01 00:00:00
abstract::Persons with mental retardation sometimes exhibit behaviors that are difficult to control. Use of neuroleptic medications may be limited by side effects or ineffectiveness. Beta blockers such as propranolol and metoprolol have been shown to decrease aggressive and impulsive behaviors in some patients with mental retar...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 指南,杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1990-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::Although VDRL and RPR tests are excellent screens for syphilis, false-positive reactions do occur. A positive VDRL or RPR test must be confirmed with an FTA-ABS test. Patients with positive serologic tests should have a thorough physical examination to determine the stage of syphilis. A patient with a low-titer VDRL o...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1988-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::A case of bilateral compression femoral neuropathy due to iliopsoas muscle hematomas during anticoagulant therapy is described. Diagnosis was confirmed with computed tomographic scan. The right hematoma was larger than the left and caused a more severe femoral neuropathy. The hematoma on the right side was surgically ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1991-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::Kernicterus and neurologic sequelae caused by severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia are preventable conditions. A structured and practical approach to the identification and care of infants with jaundice can facilitate prevention, thus decreasing rates of morbidity and mortality. Primary prevention includes ensuring adeq...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2008-05-01 00:00:00
abstract::Neck pain is a common presenting symptom in the primary care setting and causes significant disability. The broad differential diagnosis requires an efficient but global assessment; therefore, emphasis is typically placed on red flags that can assist in the early recognition and treatment of more concerning diagnoses,...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2020-08-01 00:00:00
abstract::Family physicians should be familiar with the various drugs available for treating and preventing viral infections. Part II of this two-part article focuses on agents used to manage influenza and respiratory syncytial virus. Rimantadine and amantadine traditionally have been used to prevent and treat influenza type A ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2003-02-15 00:00:00
abstract::Subungual hemorrhage, onychauxis, onychogryphosis, mycotic infections, onychia and paronychia are common toenail disorders in the elderly. The many contributing factors include impaired vision, changes in gait, past foot conditions and neurovascular disease. Hyperkeratotic disorders are secondary to external or intern...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1989-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Knowledge about diabetes mellitus and its management has steadily increased since the discovery of insulin in 1921. Specific therapies for both type I and type II diabetes have resulted in greater normalization of plasma glucose levels. Information obtained from self-monitoring of blood glucose levels has given physic...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1991-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Family physicians often encounter situations in which postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) with antiretroviral medications against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) may be indicated. When the exposure source's HIV status is unknown and testing of the source is possible, use of a rapid HIV test kit may facilitate decision m...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2010-07-15 00:00:00
abstract::Most commonly, constipation in the infant is functional, with increased tone of colonic smooth muscle. Hirschsprung's disease is the best known of the infrequent organic causes. Treatment includes reassurance of parents, use of sugars, fluids and bulk and care of fissures. Voluntary stool withholding occurs in older c...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1976-03-01 00:00:00
abstract::Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a procedure that is commonly used by primary care physicians for the evaluation of rectal disorders and for colorectal screening. Retroflexion of the endoscope improves views of the anorectum and rectal vault, which increases the diagnostic yield of sigmoidoscopy. We report three cases of rec...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:
更新日期:1995-05-15 00:00:00
abstract::Although many physicians consider constipation a trivial problem, it is one of the most frequent and chronic digestive disorders in the United States, affecting 4.53 million people and causing considerable morbidity. More than $200 million are spent for over-the-counter laxatives and untold millions of dollars are spe...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1990-11-01 00:00:00
abstract::Post-traumatic stress disorder evolved from the concepts of shell shock and traumatic war neurosis. In Vietnam veterans, the disorder is associated with unemployment, marital discord, alcoholism and increased autonomic system response to perceived symbols of war trauma. A combination of psychotherapy and pharmacothera...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:1988-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Given that nearly one-half of pregnancies are unintended, preconception care should be considered an integral part of primary care for women of reproductive age. Common issues in preconception care include family planning, achieving a healthy body weight, screening and treatment for infectious diseases, updating appro...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2013-10-15 00:00:00
abstract::Disorders of puberty can profoundly impact physical and psychosocial well-being. Precocious puberty is pubertal onset before eight years of age in girls and before nine years of age in boys. Patients with early isolated pubertal changes, prepubertal linear growth, and no worrisome neurologic symptoms typically have a ...
journal_title:American family physician
pub_type: 杂志文章,评审
doi:
更新日期:2017-11-01 00:00:00