Effects of a 6-month self-rehabilitation programme in addition to botulinum toxin injections and conventional physiotherapy on limitations of patients with spastic hemiparesis following stroke (ADJU-TOX): protocol study for a randomised controlled, invest

abstract：OBJECTIVES:An increasing number of studies had shown that air pollution exposure may aggravate blood glucose control in patients with diabetes, an independent risk factor for colorectal cancer (CRC) proposed by some researchers. This study aimed to investigate the impact of exposure to ambient particulate matter with a...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ma JW,Lai TJ,Hu SY,Lin TC,Ho WC,Tsan YT

更新日期：2020-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Assessing the cost-effectiveness credentials of this intervention in patients with concomitant atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure (HF) compared with usual medical therapy. DESIGN:A Markov model comprising two health states (ie, alive or dead) was constructed. The transition probabilities were direct...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Gao L,Moodie M

更新日期：2019-09-05 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to investigate the association between the use of isotretinoin and the risk of depression in patients with acne. DESIGN:This was a meta-analysis in which the standardised mean difference (SMD) and the relative risk (RR) were used for data synthesis employing the random-effects model. SETTIN...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Li C,Chen J,Wang W,Ai M,Zhang Q,Kuang L

更新日期：2019-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The first-line recommended treatment for patients with intermittent claudication (IC) is a supervised exercise programme (SEP), which includes a minimum of 2-hours of exercise per week over a 12-week period. However, provision, uptake and adherence rates for these SEP programmes are poor, with time constra...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Pymer S,Harwood A,Ibeggazene S,McGregor G,Huang C,Twiddy M,Nicholls AR,Ingle L,Carroll S,Long J,Rooms M,Chetter IC,INITIATE investigator group.

更新日期：2020-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Australian Aboriginal children are more likely than non-Aboriginal children to have developmental vulnerability at school entry that tracks through to poorer literacy and numeracy outcomes and multiple social and health disadvantages in later life. Empirical evidence identifying the key drivers of positive...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Falster K,Jorm L,Eades S,Lynch J,Banks E,Brownell M,Craven R,Einarsdóttir K,Randall D,Seeding Success Investigators.

更新日期：2015-05-18 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A large proportion of children and adolescents participate in organised sport, making community sports clubs a promising setting to support healthy behaviours. To date, however, there have been few interventions conducted in junior sports clubs that have targeted health-promoting practices. The primary aim...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Milner S,Sherker S,Clinton-McHarg T,Dray J,Zukowski N,Gonzalez S,Kingsland M,Ooi JY,Murphy A,Brooke D,Wiggers J,Wolfenden L

更新日期：2018-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To analyse the clinical features, inflammatory markers and radiographs of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) cases with lobe or multi foci infiltration; with a special focus on factors which allow the differential diagnosis of viral and mycoplasma pneumonia. SETTING:Retrospective chart review of CAP cases i...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Guo WL,Wang J,Zhu LY,Hao CL

更新日期：2015-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Worldwide, the Irish diaspora experience elevated mortality and morbidity across generations, not accounted for through socioeconomic position. The main objective of the present study was to assess if childhood disadvantage accounts for poorer mental and physical health in adulthood, in second-generation Iri...

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authors： Das-Munshi J,Clark C,Dewey ME,Leavey G,Stansfeld SA,Prince MJ

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Patient experience is being widely considered in the evaluation of healthcare service quality, which is a key target for public hospitals under China's New Healthcare Reform. This study aimed to illustrate patients' experiences in county-level public hospitals, and identify aspects that need to be improved. ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Min R,Li L,Zi C,Fang P,Wang B,Tang C

更新日期：2019-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study was designed to examine the prevalence of unilateral and bilateral diagonal earlobe creases (DELCs) with respect to the diagnosis of coronary heart disease (CHD). METHODS:A total of 558 consecutive participants (402 males and 156 females) aged 36-91 years who underwent coronary angiography were en...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wang Y,Mao LH,Jia EZ,Li ZY,Ding XQ,Ge PC,Liu Z,Zhu TB,Wang LS,Li CJ,Ma WZ,Yang ZJ

更新日期：2016-02-11 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Idiopathic nephrotic syndrome (INS) is the most common glomerulopathy that results in childhood chronic kidney disease in China, but the relationships between different clinical phenotypes and immunological genetic variants observed in patients with INS are ambiguous and have not been well studied. A cohor...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Chan H,Lee H,Yang X,Wang J,Yang X,Gan C,Xiao H,Li Q,Jiao J,Wu D,Zhang G,Wang M,Yang H,Li Q

更新日期：2019-08-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Spanish primary healthcare teams have the responsibility of performing health-promoting community activities (CAs), although such activities are not widespread. Our aim was to identify the factors related to participation in those activities. DESIGN:Two case-control studies. SETTING:Performed in primary car...

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authors： March S,Ripoll J,Jordan Martin M,Zabaleta-Del-Olmo E,Benedé Azagra CB,Elizalde Soto L,Vidal MC,Bauzà Amengual ML,Planas Juan T,Pérez Mariano DM,Llull Sarralde M,Ruiz-Giménez JL,Bajo Viñas R,Solano Villarubia C,Rodriguez Bajo

更新日期：2017-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To report on the causes of blindness certifications in England and Wales in working age adults (16-64 years) in 2009-2010; and to compare these with figures from 1999 to 2000. DESIGN:Analysis of the national database of blindness certificates of vision impairment (CVIs) received by the Certifications Office...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Liew G,Michaelides M,Bunce C

更新日期：2014-02-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The UK has the highest rate of teenage pregnancies in Western Europe, a fifth are repeat pregnancies. Unintended conceptions can result in emotional, psychological and educational harm to teenage girls, often with enduring implications for their life chances. Babies of teenage mothers have increased mortalit...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Whitaker R,Hendry M,Booth A,Carter B,Charles J,Craine N,Edwards RT,Lyons M,Noyes J,Pasterfield D,Rycroft-Malone J,Williams N

更新日期：2014-04-10 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Occupational therapy is often prescribed after the acute treatment of upper extremity fractures. However, high out-of-pocket expenses and logistical constraints can reduce access to formal therapy services. We aimed to quantify preferences of patients with upper extremity fracture for attending occupational t...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Napora JK,Demyanovich H,Mulliken A,Oslin K,Pensy R,Slobogean G,O'Toole RV,O'Hara N

更新日期：2020-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Few studies of tornado injuries have considered differences related to damage levels and Enhanced-Fujita (EF) scale ratings. This study aimed to evaluate the pattern, spectrum and geographical distribution of injuries related to the Yancheng tornado and provide guidelines for effective emergency medical stra...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Deng Q,Lv Y,Xue C,Kang P,Dong J,Zhang L

更新日期：2018-06-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The presentation of decrease blood pressure with tachycardia is usually an indicator of significant blood loss. In this study, we used the reverse shock index (RSI), a ratio of systolic blood pressure (SBP) to heart rate (HR), to evaluate the haemodynamic status of trauma patients. As an SBP lower than the H...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kuo SC,Kuo PJ,Hsu SY,Rau CS,Chen YC,Hsieh HY,Hsieh CH

更新日期：2016-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to measure the burden of work-related upper limb amputation in Korea over a 10-year period and assess its trend. DESIGN:Ecological study. SETTING:National level data in Korea between 2004 and 2013. PARTICIPANTS:49 535 subjects who claimed Korea industrial accident compensation insurance d...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ro JS,Leigh JH,Jeon I,Bang MS

更新日期：2019-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore social and behavioural factors associated with depressive symptoms among university students in Cambodia. DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. SETTINGS:Two public universities-one in the capital city of Phnom Penh and another in Battambang provincial town. PARTICIPANTS:This study included 1359 students...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ngin C,Pal K,Tuot S,Chhoun P,Yi R,Yi S

更新日期：2018-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Both pregestational and gestational diabetes mellitus (PGDM, GDM) occur more frequently in First Nations (North American Indians) pregnant women than their non-Indigenous counterparts in Canada. We assessed whether the impacts of PGDM and GDM on perinatal and postneonatal mortality may differ in First Nations...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Chen L,Wang WJ,Auger N,Xiao L,Torrie J,McHugh NG,Luo ZC

更新日期：2019-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Limb fractures in children are common yet there are few trials that compare treatments for these injuries. There is significant heterogeneity in the outcomes reported in the paediatric orthopaedic literature, which limits the ability to compare study results and draw firm conclusions. The aim of the CORE-K...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Marson BA,Manning JC,James M,Craxford S,Deshmukh SR,Ollivere BJ,CORE-Kids Group.

更新日期：2020-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This meta-analysis was performed to investigate the correlation between von Willebrand factor (vWF) antigen and hepatic venous pressure gradient (HVPG) and to evaluate the diagnostic performance of vWF to detect clinically significant portal hypertension (CSPH) and severe portal hypertension (SPH). DESIGN:Sy...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Zou Z,Yan X,Li C,Li X,Ma X,Zhang C,Ju S,Tian J,Qi X

更新日期：2019-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Limited research has assessed the association between patterns of body mass index (BMI) change across adulthood and mortality. We aimed to identify groups of individuals who followed specific group-based BMI trajectories across adulthood, using weight collected on three occasions and recalled data from early ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Yang Y,Dugué PA,Lynch BM,Hodge AM,Karahalios A,MacInnis RJ,Milne RL,Giles GG,English DR

更新日期：2019-08-10 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Case management allows us to respond to the complex needs of a vulnerable clientele through a structured approach that promotes enhanced interaction between partners. Syntheses on the subject converge towards a need for a better description of the relationships between programmes and their local context, a...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Hudon C,Chouinard MC,Couture M,Brousselle A,Couture EM,Dubois MF,Fortin M,Freund T,Loignon C,Mireault J,Pluye P,Roberge P,Rodriguez C

更新日期：2014-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Implementing venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk assessment guidance on admission to hospital has proved difficult worldwide. In 2010, VTE risk assessment in English hospitals was linked to financial sanctions. This study investigated possible barriers and facilitators for VTE risk assessment in medical patien...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Basey AJ,Krska J,Kennedy TD,Mackridge AJ

更新日期：2012-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the leading causes of cerebrovascular mortality and morbidity. Oral anticoagulants (OACs) have been shown to reduce the incidence of cardioembolic stroke in patients with AF, adherence to treatment being an essential element for their effectiveness. Since the release of t...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Rodríguez-Bernal CL,García-Sempere A,Hurtado I,Santa-Ana Y,Peiró S,Sanfélix-Gimeno G

更新日期：2018-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Physical inactivity has been described as a global pandemic. Interventions aimed at developing skills in lifelong physical activities may provide the foundation for an active lifestyle into adulthood. In general, school-based physical activity interventions targeting adolescents have produced modest result...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lubans DR,Smith JJ,Peralta LR,Plotnikoff RC,Okely AD,Salmon J,Eather N,Dewar DL,Kennedy S,Lonsdale C,Hilland TA,Estabrooks P,Finn TL,Pollock E,Morgan PJ

更新日期：2016-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the incidence of adverse drug events (ADEs) and assess their severity and preventability in four Saudi hospitals. DESIGN:Prospective cohort study. SETTING:The study included patients admitted to medical, surgical and intensive care units (ICUs) of four hospitals in Saudi Arabia. These hospital...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Aljadhey H,Mahmoud MA,Ahmed Y,Sultana R,Zouein S,Alshanawani S,Mayet A,Alshaikh MK,Kalagi N,Al Tawil E,El Kinge AR,Arwadi A,Alyahya M,Murray MD,Bates D

更新日期：2016-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:HIV infection environment presents a classic example of the interplay between infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Traditional cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors abound in the HIV population even before initiation of antiretrovirals (ARVs) and predispose them to the development of...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ekrikpo UE,Akpan EE,Ekott JU,Bello AK,Okpechi IG,Kengne AP

更新日期：2018-07-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We aimed to estimate the gender-specific prevalence and associated factors of hypertension among elderly people in Bangladesh. DESIGN AND METHOD:We analysed data from the food security and nutrition surveillance round 2018-2019. The multistage cluster sampling method was used to select the study population. ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Hanif AAM,Shamim AA,Hossain MM,Hasan M,Khan MSA,Hossaine M,Ullah MA,Sarker SK,Rahman SMM,Mitra DK,Mridha MK

更新日期：2021-01-21 00:00:00