Cohort Study of Pulmonary Tuberculosis (COSMOTB) identifying drug-resistant mutations: protocol for a prospective observational study in Korea.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To describe adverse drug events (ADEs) in children under intensive care, identify risk factors and tools that can detect ADEs early, and the impact on length of stay (LOS). DESIGN:A prospective observational study. SETTING:Paediatric intensive care unit of a tertiary care teaching hospital. PATIENTS:239 p...

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authors： Silva DC,Araujo OR,Arduini RG,Alonso CF,Shibata AR,Troster EJ

更新日期：2013-02-19 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:While tobacco smoking prevalence is falling in many western societies, it remains elevated among high-priority cohorts. Rates up to 95% have been reported in women whose pregnancy is complicated by other substance use. In this group, the potential for poor pregnancy outcomes and adverse physical and neurob...

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authors： Jackson MA,Brown AL,Baker AL,Gould GS,Dunlop AJ

更新日期：2019-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives In 2007, the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified long-term shift work as a probable carcinogen, with the strongest evidence for breast cancer. One proposed mechanism involves night-time light exposure and decreases in melatonin, a circadian rhythmic hormone. It is hypothesised that melato...

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authors： Langley AR,Graham CH,Grundy AL,Tranmer JE,Richardson H,Aronson KJ

更新日期：2012-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The difference between income quintiles in health is relatively well accepted by the general public as a measure of health inequality. However, the slope index of inequality (SII) in health reflects the patterns of all social groups, including the middle 60%, and it could therefore be considered more academi...

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authors： Khang YH,Lim D,Bahk J,Kim I,Kang HY,Chang Y,Jung-Choi K

更新日期：2019-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Mobile phone ownership and use are growing fastest in sub-Saharan Africa, and there is evidence that mobile phone text messages can be used successfully to significantly improve adherence to antiretroviral therapy and reduce treatment interruptions. However, the effects of many mobile health interventions ...

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authors： Mbuagbaw L,Ongolo-Zogo P,Thabane L

更新日期：2013-06-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Exploring the views of stakeholders to the referral management systems (RMS) used by GP practices in Northumberland, UK to evaluate its perceived effectiveness. DESIGN:This was an in-depth qualitative semi-structured interview study. PARTICIPANTS AND SETTING:32 participants (GPs, hospital consultants, refer...

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authors： Dew R,Wilkes S

更新日期：2019-07-09 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Worldwide, 10%-20% of children and adolescents experience mental health conditions. However, most such disorders remain undiagnosed until adolescence or adulthood. Little is known about the factors that influence mental health in children and adolescents, especially in low and middle-income countries (LMIC...

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authors： Jayaweera K,Craig JM,Zavos HMS,Abeysinghe N,De Alwis S,Andras A,Dissanayake L,Dziedzic K,Fernando B,Glozier N,Hewamalage A,Ives J,Jordan KP,Kodituwakku G,Mallen C,Rahman O,Zafar S,Saxena A,Rijsdijk F,Saffery R,Sim

更新日期：2019-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Monitoring and reduction of aversive tension is a core issue in dialectical behaviour therapy of patients. It has been shown that aversive tension is increased in adult borderline personality disorder and is linked to low emotion labelling ability. However, until now there is no documented evidence that pa...

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authors： Kolar DR,Bürger A,Hammerle F,Jenetzky E

更新日期：2014-04-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We assessed the impact of political conflict (Boko Haram) on tuberculosis (TB) case notifications in Adamawa State in North-east Nigeria. DESIGN:A retrospective analysis of TB case notifications from TB registers (2010-2016) to describe changes in TB notification, sex and age ratios by the degree of conflict ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Pembi E,John S,Dumre SP,Ahmadu BU,Vuong NL,Ebied A,Mizukami S,Huy NT,Cuevas LE,Hirayama K

更新日期：2020-09-16 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the prevalence of cerebral stroke in the general population of Beijing and its association with systemic risk factors and ocular diseases. SETTING:The population-based Beijing Eye Study was conducted in a rural and urban region of Beijing. PARTICIPANTS:With eligibility criteria of age 50+ years an...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wang YX,Wei WB,Xu L,Jonas JB

更新日期：2020-09-10 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although chronic non-bacterial osteitis (CNO) is an ever-increasingly recognised illness in the paediatric community and the adult healthcare community, a study to assess diagnosing, treatment and the psychosocial aspect of CNO from a large population pool was not available. We aimed to investigate CNO from t...

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authors： Silier CCG,Greschik J,Gesell S,Grote V,Jansson AF

更新日期：2017-12-26 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The present study aimed to evaluate the association between smoking and incident pterygium in adult Korean men. DESIGN:A retrospective nationwide longitudinal cohort. SETTING:National Health Insurance database of South Korea. PARTICIPANTS:This study included Korean men (age range: 40-79 years) registered i...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Rim TH,Kim DW,Cheng CY,Kim SS

更新日期：2017-11-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the representativeness of the Heart Protection Study (HPS) and the Collaborative Atorvastatin Diabetes Study (CARDS) for incident statin users. DESIGN:A population-based analysis with linked register data. SETTING:Finland. POPULATION:56 963 patients with diabetes initiating statin use from 2005 t...

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authors： Ruokoniemi P,Sund R,Arffman M,Helin-Salmivaara A,Huupponen R,Keskimäki I,Vehko T,Korhonen MJ

更新日期：2014-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study examined National Health Insurance claims data to investigate the epidemiology of shoulder disorders in Korea. Detailed information on medical services and related costs was assessed by major shoulder disorder category. DESIGN AND SETTING:The 2014 National Patient Sample dataset provided by the H...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Joo H,Lee YJ,Shin JS,Lee J,Kim MR,Koh W,Park Y,Song YK,Cho JH,Ha IH

更新日期：2017-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease with an exceptionally poor prognosis. Complete resection of the primary tumour followed by adjuvant chemotherapy is the current standard treatment for patients with resectable disease and the only curative treatment option. However, long-term survival remains rare...

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authors： Roth S,Springfeld C,Diener MK,Tjaden C,Knebel P,Klaiber U,Michalski CW,Mieth M,Jäger D,Büchler MW,Hackert T

更新日期：2019-08-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The last two decades have seen an increase in literature reporting an increase in knowledge and use of contraceptives among individuals and couples in Kenya, as in the rest of Africa, but there is a dearth of information regarding knowledge about benefits of family planning (FP) in Kenya. OBJECTIVES:To asse...

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authors： Mutombo N,Bakibinga P,Mukiira C,Kamande E

更新日期：2014-03-18 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Thrombocytopaenia is one of the most common haemostatic abnormalities among neonates. It affects approximately one-quarter of neonates admitted into neonatal intensive care units and may lead to a high risk of bleeding and mortality, which are substantial causes for concern by neonatologists. Platelet tran...

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authors： Liu D,Wu J,Xiong T,Yue Y,Tang J

更新日期：2020-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Taiwan succeeded in raising the proportion of peritoneal dialysis (PD) usage after the National Health Insurance (NHI) payment scheme introduced financial incentives in 2005. This study aims to compare the economic costs between automated PD (APD) and continuous ambulatory PD (CAPD) modalities from a societa...

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authors： Tang CH,Wu YT,Huang SY,Chen HH,Wu MJ,Hsu BG,Tsai JC,Chen TH,Sue YM

更新日期：2017-03-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Ophthalmology units across the UK vary widely in their adoption of electronic medical records (EMR). There is a lack of evidence to show the extent and progress of EMR adoption. The aim of this study was to capture a snapshot of the current landscape of EMR use, as a baseline for comparison in future studies...

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authors： Lim SB,Shahid H

更新日期：2017-05-17 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The second National Diabetes Survey of Pakistan (second NDSP) was planned to ascertain the updated prevalence of diabetes, pre-diabetes and associated risk factors at the national and provincial levels. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:The survey was conducted by using multistage clustering technique in all four ...

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authors： Basit A,Fawwad A,Qureshi H,Shera AS,NDSP Members.

更新日期：2018-08-05 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Gyejibongneyong-hwan (GBH), also known as Guizhi Fuling formula, and is widely used for uterine fibroids in East Asian countries. Many clinical trials assessing the efficacy and safety of GBH formula for the treatment of dysmenorrhoea have been reported. This review will assess the clinical evidence for an...

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authors： Lee JA,Park S,Jung J,Jun JH,Choi J,Lee MS

更新日期：2016-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We explore one aspect of the decision making process-public consultation on policy proposals by a national regulatory body-aiming to understand how public health policy development is influenced by different stakeholders. DESIGN:We used thematic content analysis to explore responses to a national consultati...

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authors： Razavi A,Adams J,White M

更新日期：2019-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the circumstances of the elderly with dementia and their caregivers' characteristics in order to examine factors related to activities of daily living (ADL) and household income to propose a long-term care policy for rural areas of Thailand. SETTING:A cross-sectional study at the household level ...

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authors： Chuakhamfoo NN,Phanthunane P,Chansirikarn S,Pannarunothai S

更新日期：2020-03-24 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The majority (>90%) of new or undiagnosed cases of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the UK are among individuals born in countries with intermediate or high prevalence levels (≥2%). We evaluate the cost-effectiveness of increased HBV case-finding among UK migrant populations, based on a one-time opt out case-findi...

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authors： Martin NK,Vickerman P,Khakoo S,Ghosh A,Ramsay M,Hickman M,Williams J,Miners A

更新日期：2019-06-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gestational age and birth weight are strong predictors of infant morbidity and mortality. Understanding spatial variation can inform policies to reduce health inequalities. We examined small-area variation in gestational age and birth weight in Switzerland. METHODS:All singleton live births recorded in the ...

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authors： Skrivankova V,Zwahlen M,Adams M,Low N,Kuehni C,Egger M

更新日期：2019-10-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In the context of a population that is growing older, and a number of high-profile scandals about care standards in hospital and community settings, having a skilled and knowledgeable workforce caring for older people is an ethical and policy imperative. Support workers make up the majority of the workforc...

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authors： Rycroft-Malone J,Burton C,Hall B,McCormack B,Nutley S,Seddon D,Williams L

更新日期：2014-05-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Rotator cuff injuries account for up to 70% of pain in the shoulder. However, there remains no consensus on the best surgical treatment for patients with rotator cuff injuries, in terms of the cost-effectiveness and cost-utility of open and arthroscopic methods for rotator cuff repair. The objective of thi...

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authors： Pierami R,Antonioli E,Oliveira I,Castro IQ,Manente F,Fairbanks P,Carrera EDF,Matsumura BA,Lenza M

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Current management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) is variable, with little evidence from randomised controlled trials to guide treatment. Guidelines emphasise intervention in many patients, which involves chest drain insertion, hospital admission and occasionally surgery. However, there is evide...

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authors： Brown SG,Ball EL,Perrin K,Read CA,Asha SE,Beasley R,Egerton-Warburton D,Jones PG,Keijzers G,Kinnear FB,Kwan BC,Lee YC,Smith JA,Summers QA,Simpson G,PSP Study Group.

更新日期：2016-09-13 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Expectant mothers in low-income and middle-income countries often lack access to vital information about pregnancy, preparation for birth and best practices when caring for their newborn. Innovative solutions are needed to bridge this knowledge gap and dramatically improve maternal and neonatal health in t...

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authors： Su Y,Yuan C,Zhou Z,Heitner J,Campbell B

更新日期：2016-08-10 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To define the core competencies essential for specialist training in neurocritical care in China. DESIGN:Modified Delphi method and nominal group (NG) technique. SETTING:National. PARTICIPANTS:A total of 1094 respondents from 33 provinces in China participated in the online survey. A NG of 11 members was ...

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authors： Cui Z,Gao L,Huang QB,Li LH,Qiu BH,Shi GZ,Yu XY,Wang Y,Zhang L,Wang Y,Zhang L,Zhou JX,Working Group from Neuro-Critical Care Committee affiliated to the Chinese Association of Critical Care Physicians and the National Center for H

更新日期：2020-01-06 00:00:00