Treatment for Buruli ulcer: the long and winding road to antimicrobials-first.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) due to opiate withdrawal may result in disruption of the mother-infant relationship, sleep-wake abnormalities, feeding difficulties, weight loss and seizures. Treatments used to ameliorate symptoms and reduce morbidity include opiates, sedatives and non-pharmacological trea...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Osborn DA,Jeffery HE,Cole MJ

更新日期：2005-07-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Injuries are a significant public health burden and alcohol intoxication is recognised as a risk factor for injuries. There is increasing attention on supply-side interventions, which aim to modify the environment and context within which alcohol is supplied and consumed. OBJECTIVES:To quantify the effectiv...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Ker K,Chinnock P

更新日期：2006-04-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Plasmodium vivax liver stages (hypnozoites) may cause relapses, prolonging morbidity, and impeding malaria control and elimination. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends three schedules for primaquine: 0.25 mg/kg/day (standard), or 0.5 mg/kg/day (high standard) for 14 days, or 0.75 mg/kg once weekly...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Milligan R,Daher A,Villanueva G,Bergman H,Graves PM

更新日期：2020-08-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Telephone services can provide information and support for smokers. Counselling may be provided proactively or offered reactively to callers to smoking cessation helplines. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the effect of proactive and reactive telephone support to help smokers quit. SEARCH STRATEGY:We searched the Co...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Stead LF,Lancaster T

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psychological therapies have been developed for parents of children and adolescents with a chronic illness. Such therapies include parent only or parent and child/adolescent, and are designed to treat parent behaviour, parent mental health, child behaviour/disability, child mental health, child symptoms and/...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Eccleston C,Palermo TM,Fisher E,Law E

更新日期：2012-08-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiotocography (CTG) is a continuous recording of the fetal heart rate obtained via an ultrasound transducer placed on the mother's abdomen. CTG is widely used in pregnancy as a method of assessing fetal well-being, predominantly in pregnancies with increased risk of complications. OBJECTIVES:To assess th...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Grivell RM,Alfirevic Z,Gyte GM,Devane D

更新日期：2012-12-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, such as neostigmine, have traditionally been used for reversal of non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents. However, these drugs have significant limitations, such as indirect mechanisms of reversal, limited and unpredictable efficacy, and undesirable autonomic response...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Hristovska AM,Duch P,Allingstrup M,Afshari A

更新日期：2017-08-14 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:Cataract and glaucoma are leading causes of blindness worldwide, and their co-existence is common in elderly people. Glaucoma surgery can accelerate cataract progression, and performing both surgeries may increase the rate of postoperative complications and compromise the success of either surgery. However, ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Zhang ML,Hirunyachote P,Jampel H

更新日期：2015-07-14 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:Many learning needs arise in the early postpartum period and it is important to examine interventions being used to educate new parents about caring for themselves and their newborns during this time. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effects of structured postnatal education delivered by an educator to an individua...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Gagnon AJ,Bryanton J

更新日期：2009-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Red blood cell transfusion is a common treatment for anaemia in many clinical conditions. One current concern is uncertainty as to the clinical consequences (notably efficacy and safety) of transfusing red blood cell units that have been stored for different durations of time before a transfusion. If evidenc...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Brunskill SJ,Wilkinson KL,Doree C,Trivella M,Stanworth S

更新日期：2015-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a long-term complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) that is characterised by chronic pain, swelling, and skin changes in the affected limb. One of every three people with DVT will develop post-thrombotic complications within five years. Several non-pharmaceutical measures...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Appelen D,van Loo E,Prins MH,Neumann MH,Kolbach DN

更新日期：2017-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence from disease epidemics shows that healthcare workers are at risk of developing short- and long-term mental health problems. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned about the potential negative impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the mental well-being of health and social care professionals. Symp...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Pollock A,Campbell P,Cheyne J,Cowie J,Davis B,McCallum J,McGill K,Elders A,Hagen S,McClurg D,Torrens C,Maxwell M

更新日期：2020-11-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Poor growth and nutritional status are common in children with chronic diseases. Oral protein calorie supplements are used to improve nutritional status in these children. These expensive products may be associated with some adverse effects, e.g. the development of inappropriate eating behaviour patterns. Th...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Francis DK,Smith J,Saljuqi T,Watling RM

更新日期：2015-05-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mefloquine is a commonly prescribed antimalarial drug which has now largely replaced earlier malaria chemoprophylaxis, since increasing parasite resistance has meant that these earlier drugs are no longer considered to be effective against all Plasmodium species. However mefloquine may be associated with neu...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Croft AM,Garner P

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sustained oral corticosteroid use can lead to complications, so there is interest in identifying agents that can reduce oral steroid use in people with asthma. Methotrexate has attracted attention as a possible steroid sparing agent in patients with chronic oral steroid dependent asthma. OBJECTIVES:The obje...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Davies H,Olson L,Gibson P

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vascular occlusion is used to reduce blood loss during liver resection surgery. Various methods of vascular occlusion have been suggested. OBJECTIVES:To compare the benefits and harms of different methods of vascular occlusion during elective liver resection. SEARCH STRATEGY:We searched The Cochrane Hepato...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Gurusamy KS,Sheth H,Kumar Y,Sharma D,Davidson BR

更新日期：2009-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oxygen has long been implicated in the pathogenesis of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and is rigorously monitored in today's neonatal intensive care units. Recent research using a feline model has shown an improvement in ROP outcome of kittens treated with supplemental oxygen. Current treatment for ROP by ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Lloyd J,Askie L,Smith J,Tarnow-Mordi W

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the recent years, a variety of bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR) procedures have emerged that may provide a treatment option to participants suffering from moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). OBJECTIVES:To assess the effects of BLVR on the short- and long-term health...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： van Agteren JE,Hnin K,Grosser D,Carson KV,Smith BJ

更新日期：2017-02-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although corticosteroids are effective for induction of remission of Crohn's disease, many patients relapse when steroids are withdrawn or become steroid dependent. Furthermore, corticosteroids exhibit significant adverse effects. The success of methotrexate as a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis led to its...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： McDonald JW,Wang Y,Tsoulis DJ,MacDonald JK,Feagan BG

更新日期：2014-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nystatin is sometimes used prophylactically in patients with severe immunodeficiency or in the treatment of fungal infection in such patients, although its effect seems to be equivocal. OBJECTIVES:To study whether nystatin decreases morbidity and mortality when given prophylactically or therapeutically to p...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Gøtzsche PC,Johansen HK

更新日期：2014-09-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In view of the claims and counter-claims of the effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, it would seem appropriate to systematically review the literature. OBJECTIVES:To determine the effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in reducing pain and improving range of mo...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Gadsby JG,Flowerdew MW

更新日期：2007-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patient surveys have shown that postoperative pain is often not managed well, and there is a need to assess the efficacy and safety of commonly used analgesics as newer treatments become available. Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is an important non-opiate analgesic, commonly prescribed, as well as being availab...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Moore A,Collins S,Carroll D,McQuay H,Edwards J

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) in young children account for 1.4 million deaths annually worldwide. Antibiotics could be beneficial in preventing LRTIs in high-risk children, and may also help prevent school absenteeism and work days missed by children and/or carers. While it is well documented t...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Onakpoya IJ,Hayward G,Heneghan CJ

更新日期：2015-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:'Scared Straight' and other programmes involve organised visits to prison by juvenile delinquents or children at risk for criminal behavior. programmes are designed to deter participants from future offending through first-hand observation of prison life and interaction with adult inmates. These programmes r...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Petrosino A,Turpin-Petrosino C,Buehler J

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemophilia A and B are inherited coagulation disorders characterized by a reduced or absent level of factor VIII or factor IX respectively. The severe form is characterized by a factor level less than 0.01 international units (IU) per milliliter. The development of inhibitors in hemophilia is the main compli...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Jiang L,Liu Y,Zhang L,Santoro C,Rodriguez A

更新日期：2017-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) is one of the most common skin problems in adults who are incontinent for urine, stool, or both. In practice, products and procedures are the same for both prevention and treatment of IAD. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this review was to assess the effectiveness of var...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Beeckman D,Van Damme N,Schoonhoven L,Van Lancker A,Kottner J,Beele H,Gray M,Woodward S,Fader M,Van den Bussche K,Van Hecke A,De Meyer D,Verhaeghe S

更新日期：2016-11-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Urinary incontinence can affect 40-60% of people admitted to hospital after a stroke, with 25% still having problems on hospital discharge and 15% remaining incontinent at one year. OBJECTIVES:To determine the optimal methods for treatment of urinary incontinence after stroke in adults. SEARCH STRATEGY:We ...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Thomas LH,Cross S,Barrett J,French B,Leathley M,Sutton CJ,Watkins C

更新日期：2008-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a serious bacterial infection of the middle ear that can follow untreated acute otitis media. OBJECTIVES:To assess the effects of different treatments for CSOM. SEARCH STRATEGY:We searched Medline from 1966 to 1996 and a bibliographic collection of the Hearing Imp...

journal_title：The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

authors： Acuin J,Smith A,Mackenzie I

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00