Comparison of cold and hot snaring polypectomy for small colorectal polyps: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is a chronic and debilitating condition characterised by high co-morbidity. Alongside pharmacological treatment, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is an established psychological therapy for GAD. Its effectiveness is limited, however, with only an estimated 50% of clients...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Timulak L,Keogh D,Chigwedere C,Wilson C,Ward F,Hevey D,Griffin P,Jacobs L,Irwin B

更新日期：2018-09-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fimasartan is the ninth angiotensin receptor blocker to be developed. However, it has not yet been evaluated for reno-protective effects in hypertensive diabetic chronic kidney disease (CKD). The target blood pressure (BP) for hypertensive diabetic CKD is also a controversial topic. This trial was designed t...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Kim JY,Son JW,Park S,Yoo TH,Kim YJ,Ryu DR,Chin HJ

更新日期：2017-12-29 00:00:00

abstract：:International calls for registering all trials involving humans and for sharing the results, and sometimes also the raw data and the trial protocols, have increased in recent years. Such calls have come, for example, from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the World Health Organization (...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Gøtzsche PC

更新日期：2011-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Small incision lenticule extraction or SMILE is a novel form of 'flapless' corneal refractive surgery that was adapted from refractive lenticule extraction (ReLEx). SMILE uses only one femtosecond laser to complete the refractive surgery, potentially reducing surgical time, side effects, and cost. If success...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Ang M,Tan D,Mehta JS

更新日期：2012-05-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The incidence of cancer has been staying at a high level worldwide in recent years. With advances in cancer diagnosis and therapy strategy, the survival rate of patients with cancer has been increasing, but the side effects of these treatments, especially chemotherapy, are obvious even when the chemotherapy ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： You JS,Chen JP,Chan JS,Lee HF,Wong MK,Yeung WF,Lao LX

更新日期：2016-07-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clavicle fractures account for around 4% of all fractures and up to 44% of fractures of the shoulder girdle. Fractures of the middle third (or mid-shaft) account for approximately 80% of all clavicle fractures. Management of this group of fractures is often challenging and the outcome can be unsatisfactory. ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Longo UG,Banerjee S,Barber J,Chambler A,Cobiella C,Corbett S,Crowther M,Drew S,Francis A,Lee M,Garlick N,Packham I,Pearse Y,Richards A,Roberts C,Tennent D,Tims E,Ahrens PM

更新日期：2011-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The cross-sectional area of the subclavian vein (csSCV) is an important factor determining the success rate of SCV catheterization. The head-down position increases the csSCV. However, the effects of lateral tilting on subclavian venous cross-sectional area have not yet been explored. In this trial, we test ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Jung DE,Lee HC,Yoon HK,Park HP

更新日期：2018-05-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) is a life-threatening condition that results from a ruptured cerebral vessel. Cerebral edema and vasospasm are common complications and frequently require treatment with hypertonic solutions, in particular hypertonic sodium chloride (NaCl). We have previously shown t...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Sadan O,Samuels O,Asbury WH,Hanfelt JJ,Singbartl K

更新日期：2018-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gestational diabetes (GDM) is associated with an increased lifetime risk for the development of glucose abnormalities, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, depression and tumours. Despite this high risk of additional comorbidities, there is no standardised approach to the long-term follow-up of women ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Bogdanet D,Egan A,Fhelelboom N,Biesty L,Thangaratinam S,Dempsey E,Crowther C,Devane D,Dunne F

更新日期：2019-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with testicular germ cell cancer (GCC) have a high cure rate; however, cancer-related fatigue is the most common complication among patients with GCC undergoing treatment with chemotherapy. Although exercise is widely recommended, information about the physio-pathological effects of cancer therapy o...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Cuesta-Vargas AI,Carabantes F,Caracuel Z,Conejo I,Alba E

更新日期：2016-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The World Health Organization recommended (in 2010) universal testing for suspected malaria, due to some fundamental changes in malaria trends such as the declining incidence of malaria in high-burden countries, the emergence of parasite resistance to anti-malarial drugs especially artemisinin-based combinat...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Omale UI,Azuogu BN,Alo C,Madubueze UC,Oka OU,Okeke KC,Okafor IM,Utulu R,Akpan UE,Iloke CV,Nnubia AO,Eze II,Anene OC,Nnabu CR,Ibemesi DC

更新日期：2019-10-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypertension is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and the prevalence of hypertension tends to increase with age. Current treatments for hypertension have side effects and poor adherence. Qigong has been studied as an alternative therapy for hypertension; however, the types of qigong used in those stu...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Park JE,Liu Y,Park T,Hong S,Kim JE,Kim TH,Kim AR,Jung SY,Park H,Choi SM

更新日期：2011-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incisional hernia is a frequent complication in abdominal surgery. This article describes the development of a prospective randomized clinical trial designed to determine whether watchful waiting is an acceptable alternative to surgical repair for patients with oligosymptomatic incisional hernia. METHODS/DE...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Lauscher JC,Martus P,Stroux A,Neudecker J,Behrens U,Hammerich R,Buhr HJ,Ritz JP

更新日期：2012-02-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Angulated fractures of the distal forearm are very frequent lesions in childhood. Currently, there are no standard guidelines on whether these children should be treated conservatively with a cast; with reduction and a cast; or with reduction, pinning and a cast under anesthesia. Minor prospective and retros...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Adrian M,Wachtlin D,Kronfeld K,Sommerfeldt D,Wessel LM

更新日期：2015-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radical cystectomy for bladder cancer is associated with a high risk of needing red blood cell transfusion. Tranexamic acid reduces blood loss during cardiac and orthopedic surgery, but no study has yet evaluated tranexamic acid use during cystectomy. METHODS:A randomized, double-blind (surgeon-, anesthesio...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Breau RH,Lavallée LT,Cnossen S,Witiuk K,Cagiannos I,Momoli F,Bryson G,Kanji S,Morash C,Turgeon A,Zarychanski R,Mallick R,Knoll G,Fergusson DA

更新日期：2018-05-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Mental health problems are highly prevalent in children and adolescents, but professional help-seeking behavior in this age group is extremely low. Therefore, the ProHEAD ("Promoting Help-seeking using E-technology for Adolescents") consortium focuses on three main objectives, i.e.: (1) improving young people's help-s...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Kaess M,Bauer S

更新日期：2019-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is a chronic and disabling condition with considerable personal and economic impact. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a recommended psychological therapy for GAD; however, there are substantial barriers to accessing treatment. Digital CBT, in particular smartphone-del...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Gu J,Miller CB,Henry AL,Espie CA,Davis ML,Stott R,Emsley R,Smits JAJ,Craske M,Saunders KEA,Goodwin G,Carl JR

更新日期：2020-04-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of pain and disability. Currently available analgesics are often insufficiently effective or have unacceptable adverse effects. Tricyclic antidepressants may offer a useful centrally-acting analgesic. Nortriptyline is a readily-available, cheap and comparatively well-tol...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Hudson B,Williman JA,Stamp LK,Alchin JS,Hooper GJ,Mangin D,Thompson BF,Toop L

更新日期：2015-10-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atopic dermatitis (AD) is associated with reduced skin microbial diversity and overgrowth of Staphylococcus (S.) aureus. However, the importance of S. aureus colonisation in the complex pathogenesis remains unclear and studies on the effect of anti-staphylococcal therapy in non-infected AD show contradictory...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Totté J,de Wit J,Pardo L,Schuren F,van Doorn M,Pasmans S

更新日期：2017-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgery induces insulin resistance that might be alleviated by a nutritional drink given preoperatively. The authors hypothesized that some of the beneficial effects of the drink could be attributed to the volume component (approximately 1 L) rather than to the nutrients. METHODS:Sixty patients scheduled fo...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Ljunggren S,Hahn RG

更新日期：2012-07-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many funding bodies require researchers to actively involve service users in research to improve relevance, accountability and quality. Current guidance to researchers mainly discusses general principles. Formal guidance about how to involve service users operationally in the conduct of trials is lacking. We...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Evans BA,Bedson E,Bell P,Hutchings H,Lowes L,Rea D,Seagrove A,Siebert S,Smith G,Snooks H,Thomas M,Thorne K,Russell I,West Wales Organisation for Rigorous Trials in Health (WWORTH).

更新日期：2013-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, arterial conduits are preferred because of more favourable long-term patency and outcome. Anyway the greater saphenous vein continues to be the most commonly used bypass conduit. Minimally invasive endoscopic saphenous vein harvesting is increasingly being investig...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Campanella A,Bergamasco L,Macri L,Asioli S,Devotini R,Scipioni S,Barbaro S,Rispoli P,Rinaldi M

更新日期：2011-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Rehabilitation after spinal cord injury (SCI) has traditionally involved teaching compensatory strategies for identified impairments and deficits in order to improve functional independence. There is some evidence that regular and intensive activity-based therapies, directed at activation of the paralyzed ex...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Galea MP,Dunlop SA,Davis GM,Nunn A,Geraghty T,Hsueh YS,Churilov L

更新日期：2013-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Surgical interventions are complex, which complicates their rigorous assessment through randomised clinical trials. An important component of complexity relates to surgeon experience and the rate at which the required level of skill is achieved, known as the learning curve. There is considerable evidence tha...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Papachristofi O,Jenkins D,Sharples LD

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Indigenous Australian youth (aged 15 to 34) have up to four times the risk of suicide compared with their non-Indigenous counterparts. Barriers to help-seeking include shame, feared loss of autonomy and negative attitudes towards healthcare providers. The use of mobile devices and apps continues to rise amon...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Shand FL,Ridani R,Tighe J,Christensen H

更新日期：2013-11-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Spin in the reporting of randomized controlled trials, where authors report research in a way that potentially misrepresents results and mislead readers, has been demonstrated in the broader medical literature. We investigated spin in wound care trials with (a) no statistically significant result for the pri...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Lockyer S,Hodgson R,Dumville JC,Cullum N

更新日期：2013-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is one of the most common microvascular complications of diabetes mellitus and the main cause of end-stage renal disease. Present medications for DKD are not entirely satisfactory. Preliminary studies indicate that the Chinese herbal formula Tangshen Formula (TSF) appears to dec...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Yan M,Wen Y,Yang L,Wu X,Lu X,Zhang B,Huang W,Li P

更新日期：2016-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medications are an effective intervention for managing and preventing health problems but their benefit can be undermined by non-adherence or adverse drug events (ADEs). Since these issues may be interconnected, efforts to improve non-adherence should also include reduction of ADEs. We have developed the IST...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Forster AJ,Erlanger TE,Jennings A,Auger C,Buckeridge D,van Walraven C,Tamblyn R

更新日期：2015-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Laparoscopic surgery has become the preferred approach for many procedures because of reduced post-operative pain, better recovery, shorter hospital stay and improved cosmesis. Single incision laparoscopic surgery is one of the many recent variants where either standard ports or a specially designed single m...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Malik M,McCormack K,Krukowski ZH,McDonald A,McPherson G,Cook JA,Ahmed I,SCARLESS Study Group.

更新日期：2012-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Poverty undermines adherence to tuberculosis treatment. Economic support may both encourage and enable patients to complete treatment. In South Africa, which carries a high burden of tuberculosis, such support may improve the currently poor outcomes of patients on tuberculosis treatment. The aim of this stud...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Lutge E,Lewin S,Volmink J,Friedman I,Lombard C

更新日期：2013-05-28 00:00:00