Physical health care monitoring for people with serious mental illness.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Currently, with stroke burden increasing, there is a need to explore therapeutic options that ameliorate the acute insult. There is substantial evidence of a neuroprotective effect of marine-derived n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in experimental stroke, leading to a better functional outcome. OBJEC...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Alvarez Campano CG,Macleod MJ,Aucott L,Thies F

更新日期：2019-06-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is an updated version of the original Cochrane review published in Issue 4, 2010 (Kirthi 2010). Migraine is a common, disabling condition and a burden for the individual, health services and society. Many sufferers choose not to, or are unable to, seek professional help and rely on over-the-counter anal...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Kirthi V,Derry S,Moore RA

更新日期：2013-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Between 30% to 80% of male subfertility cases are considered to be due to the damaging effects of oxidative stress on sperm. Oral supplementation with antioxidants may improve sperm quality by reducing oxidative stress.   OBJECTIVES:This Cochrane review aimed to evaluate the effect of oral supplementation w...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Showell MG,Brown J,Yazdani A,Stankiewicz MT,Hart RJ

更新日期：2011-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inguinal or femoral hernia is a tissue protrusion in the groin region and has a cumulative incidence of 27% in adult men and of 3% in adult women. As most hernias become symptomatic over time, groin hernia repair is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures worldwide. This type of surgery is c...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Orelio CC,van Hessen C,Sanchez-Manuel FJ,Aufenacker TJ,Scholten RJ

更新日期：2020-04-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tuberculous (TB) pericarditis is becoming more common. The infection can result in fluid around the heart, which can be fatal. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate evidence from trials about the effects of medical and surgical treatments for TB pericarditis on death and life-threatening conditions. SEARCH STRATEGY:The C...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Mayosi BM,Volmink JA,Commerford PJ

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cataract is a leading cause of blindness worldwide. Cataract surgery is commonly performed but can result in postoperative inflammation of the eye. Inadequately controlled inflammation increases the risk of complications. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids are used to prevent ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Juthani VV,Clearfield E,Chuck RS

更新日期：2017-07-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ideal proportion of energy from fat in our food and its relation to body weight is not clear. In order to prevent overweight and obesity in the general population, we need to understand the relationship between the proportion of energy from fat and resulting weight and body fatness in the general populat...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hooper L,Abdelhamid AS,Jimoh OF,Bunn D,Skeaff CM

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gastric cancer is difficult to cure once it progresses into an advanced or late stage. Although some chemotherapies or bio-therapies have made progress in the remission of this disease, mortality remains high. A variety of Chinese medicinal herbs have been used to treat gastric cancer. OBJECTIVES:To assess ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Gan T,Wu Z,Tian L,Wang Y

更新日期：2010-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Heel lance has been the conventional method of blood sampling in neonates for screening tests. Neonates undergoing this procedure experience pain. Despite various studies evaluating the role of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to date, there are no effective and practical methods to alle...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Shah V,Ohlsson A

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In nephrotic syndrome protein leaks from the blood to the urine through the glomeruli resulting in hypoproteinaemia and generalised oedema. Children with untreated nephrotic syndrome frequently die from infections. The majority of children with nephrotic syndrome respond to corticosteroids. However about 70%...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hodson EM,Knight JF,Willis NS,Craig JC

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Breast milk provides optimal nutrition for newborn infants, and the ideal way for infants to receive breast milk is through suckling at the breast. Unfortunately, this may not always be possible, as there are numerous reasons why a newborn infant may not be able to breastfeed and, as a result, require supple...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Flint A,New K,Davies MW

更新日期：2007-04-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many people with cancer experience moderate to severe pain that requires treatment with strong opioids, such as oxycodone and morphine. Strong opioids are, however, not effective for pain in all people, neither are they well-tolerated by all people. The aim of this review was to assess whether oxycodone is a...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Schmidt-Hansen M,Bennett MI,Arnold S,Bromham N,Hilgart JS

更新日期：2017-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Minimally invasive techniques to treat great saphenous varicose veins include ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy (USGFS), radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and endovenous laser therapy (EVLT). Compared with conventional surgery (high ligation and stripping (HL/S)), proposed benefits include fewer complications...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Nesbitt C,Eifell RK,Coyne P,Badri H,Bhattacharya V,Stansby G

更新日期：2011-10-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The method of delivering a diagnosis of breast cancer to women has the potential to impact on their level of interpretation, patient recall and satisfaction. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effectiveness of different methods when used to communicate a primary diagnosis of breast cancer to women. SEARCH STRATEGY:W...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Lockhart K,Dosser I,Cruickshank S,Kennedy C

更新日期：2007-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pulmonary rehabilitation has become a cornerstone in the management of patients with stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Systematic reviews have shown large and important clinical effects of pulmonary rehabilitation in these patients. In unstable COPD patients who have suffered from an exace...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Puhan M,Scharplatz M,Troosters T,Walters EH,Steurer J

更新日期：2009-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological condition after stroke, with a 0.5 per cent prevalence, and a two to three per cent life time risk of being given a diagnosis of epilepsy in the developed world. As a result of the perceived deficiencies and suggestions to improve the quality of care offered t...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Bradley P,Lindsay B

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Iodine deficiency is the leading preventable cause of intellectual impairment in the world. Although iodine supplementation is generally considered to be safe, there is a possibility of high doses of iodine suppressing maternal thyroid function. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this review was to assess the effe...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Mahomed K,Gülmezoglu AM

更新日期：2007-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Considerable controversy exists as to whether any benefit of doxorubicin-based combination chemotherapy outweighs increased toxic effects, inconvenience, and additional costs, compared to single-agent doxorubicin. There is substantial variation in clinical practice in the treatment of patients with locally a...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Bramwell VH,Anderson D,Charette ML,Sarcoma Disease Site Group.

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research shows that stroke patients and their families are dissatisfied with the information provided and have a poor understanding of stroke and associated issues. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effectiveness of information provision strategies in improving the outcome for stroke patients or their identified car...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Forster A,Brown L,Smith J,House A,Knapp P,Wright JJ,Young J

更新日期：2012-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is increasing evidence that high consumption of fruit and vegetables is beneficial for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention. OBJECTIVES:The primary objective is to determine the effectiveness of i) advice to increase fruit and vegetable consumption ii) the provision of fruit and vegetables to incre...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hartley L,Igbinedion E,Holmes J,Flowers N,Thorogood M,Clarke A,Stranges S,Hooper L,Rees K

更新日期：2013-06-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perineal trauma following vaginal birth can be associated with significant short- and long-term morbidity. Antenatal perineal massage has been proposed as one method of decreasing the incidence of perineal trauma. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effect of antenatal perineal massage on the incidence of perineal tra...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Beckmann MM,Garrett AJ

更新日期：2006-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Febrile seizures can be classified as simple or complex. Complex febrile seizures are associated with fever that lasts longer than 15 minutes, occur more than once within 24 hours and are confined to one side of the child's body. It is common in some countries for doctors to recommend an electroencephalograp...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Shah PB,James S,Elayaraja S

更新日期：2014-01-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reminiscence Therapy (RT) has been defined as vocal or silent recall of events in a person's life, either alone, or with another person or group of people. It typically involves group meetings, at least once a week, in which participants are encouraged to talk about past events, often assisted by aids such a...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Spector A,Orrell M,Davies S,Woods RT

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the use of neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) either alone, or together with conventional exercise training, might improve the condition of the peripheral muscles, increase exercise capacity and functional performance, reduce symptoms and impr...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hill K,Cavalheri V,Mathur S,Roig M,Janaudis-Ferreira T,Robles P,Dolmage TE,Goldstein R

更新日期：2018-05-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is an update of a Cochrane Review first published in The Cochrane Library in Issue 1, 2007.Benign nasal polyps are lesions that arise from the mucosa of the nasal cavity or one or more of the nasal sinuses. The presenting symptoms are nasal obstruction, watery anterior rhinorrhoea (excessive nasal secre...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Martinez-Devesa P,Patiar S

更新日期：2011-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effectiveness and safety of amantadine (AMT) and rimantadine (RMT) for preventing and treating influenza A in adults has been systematically reviewed. However, little is known about these treatments in children and the elderly. OBJECTIVES:To systematically review the effectiveness and safety of AMT and ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Alves Galvão MG,Rocha Crispino Santos MA,Alves da Cunha AJ

更新日期：2012-01-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dysvascularity accounts for 75% of all lower limb amputations in the UK. Around 37% of these are at transfemoral level (mid-thigh), with the majority of people being over the age of 60 and having existing co-morbidities. A significant number of these amputees will be prescribed a lower limb prosthesis for wa...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cumming JC,Barr S,Howe TE

更新日期：2006-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Influenza vaccination is recommended for asthmatic patients in many countries as observational studies have shown that influenza infection can be associated with asthma exacerbations, but influenza vaccination itself has the potential to adversely affect pulmonary function. A recent overview concluded that t...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cates CJ,Jefferson TO,Bara AI,Rowe BH

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This is one of a series of reviews of methods of cervical ripening and labour induction using standardised methodology. The use of complementary therapies is increasing and some women look to complementary therapies during pregnancy and childbirth to be used alongside conventional medical practice. Acupunctu...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Smith CA,Crowther CA,Grant SJ

更新日期：2013-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies have reported high tumour response rates for platinum-containing regimens in the treatment of women with metastatic breast cancer. Most of these studies were conducted prior to the 'intrinsic subtype' era, and did not specifically focus on metastatic triple-negative breast cancers (mTNBCs). OBJECTIV...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Egger SJ,Willson ML,Morgan J,Walker HS,Carrick S,Ghersi D,Wilcken N

更新日期：2017-06-23 00:00:00