Surgery for lateral elbow pain.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Telemedicine is the use of electronic communications technology to provide care for patients when distance separates the practitioner and the patient. As the parents and families of infants admitted to the NICU require major support from health professionals in terms of information and time, telemedicine has...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Tan K,Lai NM

更新日期：2012-06-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Audit and feedback has been identified as having the potential to change the practice of health care professionals. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effects of audit and feedback on the practice of health professionals and patient outcomes. SEARCH STRATEGY:We searched MEDLINE up to June 1997, the Research and Deve...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Thomson O'Brien MA,Oxman AD,Davis DA,Haynes RB,Freemantle N,Harvey EL

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia frequently present to the Emergency Department. Where vagal manoeuvres fail, the two most commonly used drugs are adenosine and calcium channel antagonists. Both are known to be effective but both have a significant side-effect profile. OBJECTIVES:To exa...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Holdgate A,Foo A

更新日期：2006-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increased intracranial pressure has been shown to be strongly associated with poor neurological outcomes and mortality for patients with acute traumatic brain injury. Currently, most efforts to treat these injuries focus on controlling the intracranial pressure. Hypertonic saline is a hyperosmolar therapy th...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Chen H,Song Z,Dennis JA

更新日期：2020-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epilepsy is a common neurological condition that affects up to 1% of the population. Nearly 30% of people with epilepsy are resistant to currently available antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) and require treatment with multiple antiepileptic drugs in combination. Tiagabine is one of the newer AEDs that can be used a...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Bresnahan R,Martin-McGill KJ,Hutton JL,Marson AG

更新日期：2019-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：:This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows: To identify and assess the effects of computer and mobile technology interventions designed to facilitate medication adherence and disease management in individuals with thalassemia, including: evaluating the effects of using compu...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Badawy SM,Morrone K,Thompson A,Palermo TM

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Non-oliguric hyperkalaemia of the newborn is defined as a plasma potassium level > 6.5 mmol/L in the absence of acute renal failure. Hyperkalaemia is a common complication in the first 48 hours of life in very low birth weight (birth weight < 1500 g) and/or very preterm newborns (< 32 weeks gestational age)....

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Vemgal P,Ohlsson A

更新日期：2007-01-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cisplatin and several related antineoplastic drugs used to treat many types of solid tumours are neurotoxic, and most patients completing a full course of cisplatin chemotherapy develop a clinically detectable sensory neuropathy. Effective neuroprotective therapies have been sought. OBJECTIVES:To examine th...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Albers JW,Chaudhry V,Cavaletti G,Donehower RC

更新日期：2014-03-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Therapy with either recombinant beta-1a or beta-1b interferons (IFNs) is worldwide approved for Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS). A major unanswered question is whether this treatment is able to safely reverse or retard the progressive phase of the disease. OBJECTIVES:The main objective was to ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： La Mantia L,Vacchi L,Di Pietrantonj C,Ebers G,Rovaris M,Fredrikson S,Filippini G

更新日期：2012-01-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. Functional impairment, resulting in poor performance in activities of daily living (ADLs) among stroke survivors is common. Current rehabilitation approaches have limited effectiveness in improving ADL performance, function, muscle strength and cog...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Elsner B,Kugler J,Pohl M,Mehrholz J

更新日期：2016-03-21 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:Rubefacients (containing salicylates or nicotinamides) cause irritation of the skin, and are believed to relieve various musculoskeletal pains. They are available on prescription, and are common components in over-the-counter remedies. A non-Cochrane review in 2004 found limited evidence for efficacy. OBJEC...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Matthews P,Derry S,Moore RA,McQuay HJ

更新日期：2009-07-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Headache is a common medical problem. In view of recent discoveries about the role of serotonin in pain mechanisms, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have been evaluated for the prevention of migraine and tension-type headaches (TTH). OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of SS...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Moja PL,Cusi C,Sterzi RR,Canepari C

更新日期：2005-07-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In high-income countries, over the last three decades, the length of hospital stays for people with serious mental illness has reduced drastically although considerable variation remains. In lower-income countries this variation may be greater. Some argue that reduction in hospital stay leads to 'revolving d...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Babalola O,Gormez V,Alwan NA,Johnstone P,Sampson S

更新日期：2014-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant risk factor for premature cardiovascular disease and death. Increased oxidative stress in people with CKD has been implicated as a potential causative factor for some cardiovascular diseases. Antioxidant therapy may reduce cardiovascular mortality and morbidity i...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Jun M,Venkataraman V,Razavian M,Cooper B,Zoungas S,Ninomiya T,Webster AC,Perkovic V

更新日期：2012-10-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Leg ulcers are open skin wounds that occur between the ankle and the knee that can last weeks, months or even years and are a consequence of arterial or venous valvular insufficiency. Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a technology that is currently used widely in wound care and is promoted for use on...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Dumville JC,Land L,Evans D,Peinemann F

更新日期：2015-07-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oxytocin and prostaglandin are hormones responsible for uterine contraction during the third stage of labour. Receptors in the uterine muscles are stimulated by exogenous or endogenous oxytocin leading to uterine contractions. Nipple stimulation or breastfeeding are stimuli that can lead to the secretion of ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Abedi P,Jahanfar S,Namvar F,Lee J

更新日期：2016-01-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is characterised by pulmonary vascular changes, leads to elevated pulmonary artery pressures, dyspnoea, a reduction in exercise tolerance, right heart failure, and ultimately death.Prostacyclin analogue drugs mimic endogenous prostacyclin which leads to vasodilation, inh...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Barnes H,Yeoh HL,Fothergill T,Burns A,Humbert M,Williams T

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Elective caesarean delivery for women in labour with a small or immature baby might reduce the chances of fetal or neonatal death, but it might also increase the risk of maternal morbidity. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effects of a policy of elective caesarean delivery versus expectant management for small babi...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Grant A,Glazener CM

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fuchs endothelial dystrophy (FED), first described by Ernst Fuchsis in 1910, is a condition in which there is premature degeneration of corneal endothelial cells. When the number of endothelial cells is reduced to a significant degree fluid begins to accumulate within the cornea. As a result the cornea loses...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Nanavaty MA,Shortt AJ

更新日期：2011-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cholera is an acute watery diarrhoea caused by infection with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, which if severe can cause rapid dehydration and death. Effective management requires early diagnosis and rehydration using oral rehydration salts or intravenous fluids. In this review, we evaluate the additional bene...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Leibovici-Weissman Y,Neuberger A,Bitterman R,Sinclair D,Salam MA,Paul M

更新日期：2014-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Under-reporting of occupational diseases is an important issue worldwide. The collection of reliable data is essential for public health officials to plan intervention programmes to prevent occupational diseases. Little is known about the effects of interventions for increasing the reporting of occupational ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Curti S,Sauni R,Spreeuwers D,De Schryver A,Valenty M,Rivière S,Mattioli S

更新日期：2015-03-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ulnar neuropathy at the elbow is the second most common entrapment neuropathy after carpal tunnel syndrome. Treatment may be conservative or surgical but optimal management remains controversial. This is an update of a review first published in 2010. OBJECTIVES:To determine the effectiveness and safety of c...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Caliandro P,La Torre G,Padua R,Giannini F,Padua L

更新日期：2012-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Peripheral nerve block (infiltration of local anaesthetic around a nerve) is used for anaesthesia or analgesia. A limitation to its use for postoperative analgesia is that the analgesic effect lasts only a few hours, after which moderate to severe pain at the surgical site may result in the need for alternat...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Pehora C,Pearson AM,Kaushal A,Crawford MW,Johnston B

更新日期：2017-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and resulting pulmonary embolism (PE) are uncommon but important complications of stroke. There is good evidence that anticoagulants can reduce the risk of DVT and PE after stroke, but this benefit is offset by a small but definite risk of serious haemorrhages. Physical methods to ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Mazzone C,Chiodo GF,Sandercock P,Miccio M,Salvi R

更新日期：2004-10-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ventilated newborn infants breathing in asynchrony with the ventilator are at risk for complications during mechanical ventilation, such as pneumothorax or intraventricular hemorrhage, and are exposed to more severe barotrauma, which consequently could impair their clinical outcome. Neuromuscular paralysis, ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Cools F,Offringa M

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A significant proportion of patients starting dialysis do so with a temporary or tunnelled haemodialysis catheter. Insertion of these catheters can be achieved either by using the anatomical landmarks for the veins into which they are inserted or using ultrasound guidance. It has been suggested that the use ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Rabindranath KS,Kumar E,Shail R,Vaux EC

更新日期：2011-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Proximal dental lesions, limited to dentine, are traditionally treated by invasive (drill and fill) means. Non-invasive alternatives (e.g. fluoride varnish, flossing) might avoid substance loss but their effectiveness depends on patients' adherence. Recently, micro-invasive approaches for treating proximal c...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Dorri M,Dunne SM,Walsh T,Schwendicke F

更新日期：2015-11-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Flexible working conditions are increasingly popular in developed countries but the effects on employee health and wellbeing are largely unknown. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the effects (benefits and harms) of flexible working interventions on the physical, mental and general health and wellbeing of employees an...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Joyce K,Pabayo R,Critchley JA,Bambra C

更新日期：2010-02-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Systemic corticosteroid therapy is central to the management of acute asthma The use of inhaled corticosteroids may also be beneficial in this setting. OBJECTIVES:To determine the benefit of inhaled corticosteroids for the treatment of patients with acute asthma managed in the emergency department (ED). SE...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Edmonds ML,Camargo CA Jr,Pollack CV Jr,Rowe BH

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00