Sleepiness of day workers and watchkeepers on board at high seas: a cross-sectional study.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Recurrent urinary tract infections (RUTIs) have a significant negative impact on quality of life and healthcare costs. To date, daily prophylactic antibiotics are the only treatment which have been shown to help prevent RUTIs. D-mannose is a type of sugar which is believed to inhibit bacterial adherence to...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Franssen M,Cook J,Robinson J,Williams N,Glogowska M,Yang Y,Allen J,Butler CC,Thomas N,Hay A,Moore M,Hayward G

更新日期：2021-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy (SBMA) is a slowly progressive neuromuscular disease. Cold exposure often leads to worsening of motor symptoms including paresis. Although mexiletine hydrochloride administration has been shown to be effective for the treatment of several muscular diseases, its effectiven...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Yamada S,Hashizume A,Hijikata Y,Inagaki T,Ito D,Kinoshita F,Nakatochi M,Kobayashi Y,Hirakawa A,Nakamura T,Katsuno M

更新日期：2018-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study sought to assess knowledge of schizophrenia and help-seeking behaviour among undergraduate students of a Nigerian university. Sociodemographic predictors of correct recognition were also explored. DESIGN:The study was a cross-sectional descriptive survey. SETTING:The study was carried out at the ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Aluh DO,Okonta MJ,Odili VU

更新日期：2019-09-12 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:For any orthopaedic surgeon working with trauma; ankle fractures are one of the most common injuries treated. The treatment of ankle fractures can be conservative, using external fixation, but more commonly the fractures are treated with open reduction and internal fixation. Residual pain and discomfort ar...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Thune A,Hagelberg M,Nåsell H,Sköldenberg O

更新日期：2017-08-11 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The standard data-collection procedure in the Norwegian national patient experience survey programme is post-discharge mail surveys, which include a pen-and-paper questionnaire with the option to answer electronically. A purely electronic protocol has not previously been explored in Norway. The aim of this st...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Iversen HH,Holmboe O,Bjertnaes O

更新日期：2020-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Professional paediatrics associations play an important role in promoting the highest standard of care for women and children. Education and guidelines must be made in the best interests of patients. Given the importance of breastfeeding for the health, development and survival of infants, children and mothe...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Grummer-Strawn LM,Holliday F,Jungo KT,Rollins N

更新日期：2019-08-10 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)and asthma affect more than 10% of the population. Most patients use their inhaler incorrectly, mainly the elderly, thereby becoming more susceptible to poor clinical control and exacerbations. Placebo device training is regarded as one of the best teaching metho...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Maricoto T,Correia-de-Sousa J,Taborda-Barata L

更新日期：2019-01-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In England, the NHS111 service provides assessment and triage by telephone for urgent health problems. A digital version of this service has recently been introduced. We aimed to systematically review the evidence on digital and online symptom checkers and similar services. DESIGN:Systematic review. DATA S...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Chambers D,Cantrell AJ,Johnson M,Preston L,Baxter SK,Booth A,Turner J

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Social Autopsy (SA) is an innovative strategy where a trained facilitator leads community groups through a structured, standardised analysis of the physical, environmental, cultural and social factors contributing to a serious, non-fatal health event or death. The discussion stimulated by the formal process ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Biswas A,Rahman F,Eriksson C,Halim A,Dalal K

更新日期：2016-08-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective A randomised controlled study performed from 2007 to 2008 showed beneficial effects of a composite clinical pharmacist service as regards a simple health status instrument. The present study aimed to evaluate if the intervention was cost-effective when evaluated in a decision-theoretic model. Design A piggy...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wallerstedt SM,Bladh L,Ramsberg J

更新日期：2012-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Adolescence and young adulthood is a period in life when individuals may be especially vulnerable to harmful substance use. Several critical developmental processes are occurring in the brain, and substance use poses both short-term and long-term risks with regard to mental health and social development. F...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kvillemo P,Strandberg AK,Gripenberg J,Berman AH,Skoglund C,Elgán TH

更新日期：2020-05-12 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are among the most common chronic illnesses diagnosed in childhood. Transition from paediatric to adult care is a crucial phase. The implementation of joint visits during the transition period in IBD is widely recommended, however, strong evidence supporting their benefit ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Erős A,Dohos D,Veres G,Tárnok A,Vincze Á,Tészás A,Zádori N,Gede N,Hegyi P,Sarlós P

更新日期：2020-10-06 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Errors in trauma resuscitation are common and have been attributed to breakdowns in the coordination of system elements (eg, tools/technology, physical environment and layout, individual skills/knowledge, team interaction). These breakdowns are triggered by unique circumstances and may go unrecognised by t...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Fan M,Petrosoniak A,Pinkney S,Hicks C,White K,Almeida AP,Campbell D,McGowan M,Gray A,Trbovich P

更新日期：2016-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the impact of caesarean section on breastfeeding indicators-early initiation of breastfeeding, exclusive breastfeeding under 6 months and children ever breastfed (at least once)-in sub-Saharan Africa. DESIGN:Secondary analysis of Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS). SETTING:Thirty-three low-inco...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Yisma E,Mol BW,Lynch JW,Smithers LG

更新日期：2019-09-04 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Recent studies demonstrate that cardiovascular diseases and associated complications are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Abnormal arterial stiffness, defined by a carotid-to-femoral pulse wave velocity (cfPWV) ≥10 m/s, is a recognised risk factor f...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Krassioukov AV,Currie KD,Hubli M,Nightingale TE,Alrashidi AA,Ramer L,Eng JJ,Ginis KAM,MacDonald MJ,Hicks A,Ditor D,Oh P,Verrier MC,Craven BC

更新日期：2019-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study was conducted to explore how and whether, the strategic grants made by the Rockefeller Foundation (RF) in different sectors of health systems in the inception phase were able to 'connect the dots' for 'generating a momentum for Universal Health Coverage (UHC)' in the country. DESIGN:Cross-sectiona...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ahmed SM,Rawal LB,Naher N,Hossain T

更新日期：2019-07-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Inappropriate use of antimicrobials in hospitals contributes to antimicrobial resistance. Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) interventions aim to improve antimicrobial prescribing, but they are often resource and personnel intensive. Computerised decision supportsystems (CDSSs) seem a promising tool to improv...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Catho G,De Kraker M,Waldispühl Suter B,Valotti R,Harbarth S,Kaiser L,Elzi L,Meyer R,Bernasconi E,Huttner BD

更新日期：2018-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the prescription of guideline recommended drug therapy in patients with stable coronary heart disease (sCHD) prior to percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in Germany and to examine the role of patient characteristics and features of regional healthcare supply in a multilevel model. DESIGN:S...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Frank-Tewaag J,Bleek J,Horenkamp-Sonntag D,Marschall U,Zeymer U,Donner-Banzhoff N,Sundmacher L

更新日期：2020-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the availability of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and to provide an overview of its use in neonatal units in government hospitals across India. SETTING:Cross-sectional cluster survey of a nationally representative sample of government hospitals from across India. PRIMARY OUTCOMES:...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Dewez JE,Nangia S,Chellani H,White S,Mathai M,van den Broek N

更新日期：2020-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In order to assess if ambient air pollution in urban areas could be related to alterations in male/female ratio this study objectives to evaluate changes in ambient particulate matter (PM10) concentrations after implementation of pollution control programmes in São Paulo city and the secondary sex ratio (SRR...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Miraglia SG,Veras MM,Amato-Lourenço LF,Rodrigues-Silva F,Saldiva PH

更新日期：2013-07-26 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There is an increasing trend in the use of electronic health records (EHRs) for clinical research. However, more knowledge is needed on how to assure and improve data quality. This study aimed to explore healthcare professionals' experiences and perceptions of barriers and facilitators of data quality of EHR...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ni K,Chu H,Zeng L,Li N,Zhao Y

更新日期：2019-07-02 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a progressive inflammatory liver disease characterised by relentless liver fibrosis and a high unmet need for new therapies. Preventing fibrosis represents an important area of interest in the development of vital new drugs. Vascular adhesion protein-1 (VAP-1) drives...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Arndtz K,Corrigan M,Rowe A,Kirkham A,Barton D,Fox RP,Llewellyn L,Athwal A,Wilkhu M,Chen YY,Weston C,Desai A,Adams DH,Hirschfield GM,BUTEO trial team.

更新日期：2017-07-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The hypertension epidemic in Africa collectively with very low rates of blood pressure control may predict an incremented prevalence of resistant hypertension (RH) across the continent. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of RH and associated risk factors in Africa. DATA SOURCES:We conducte...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Nansseu JR,Noubiap JJ,Mengnjo MK,Aminde LN,Essouma M,Jingi AM,Bigna JJ

更新日期：2016-09-20 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the effects on balance and walking of three models of stroke rehabilitation: early supported discharge with rehabilitation in a day unit or at home, and traditional uncoordinated treatment (control). DESIGN:Group comparison study within a randomised controlled trial. SETTING:Hospital stroke unit ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Gjelsvik BE,Hofstad H,Smedal T,Eide GE,Næss H,Skouen JS,Frisk B,Daltveit S,Strand LI

更新日期：2014-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the barriers to uptake of eye care services among those with avoidable impairment in the population aged ≥40 years in the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. SETTING:Community setting. PARTICIPANTS:Of 7800 participants recruited from one urban and two rural locatio...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Marmamula S,Khanna RC,Shekhar K,Rao GN

更新日期：2014-06-12 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Although cardiologists were 'late-comers' to the multidisciplinary team-contributing to the complex care of patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), they now recognise the importance of systematic cardiac surveillance and timely therapy to prolonged survival in patients with DMD. Empirical deployme...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Bourke JP,Watson G,Muntoni F,Spinty S,Roper H,Guglieri M,Speed C,McColl E,Chikermane A,Jayawant S,Adwani S,Willis T,Wilkinson J,Bryant A,Chadwick T,Wood R,Bushby K,DMD Heart Protection study group.

更新日期：2018-12-19 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：OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether red blood cell distribution width (RDW) is associated with the blood pressure (BP) reverse-dipper pattern in patients with hypertension. DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. SETTING:Single centre. PARTICIPANTS:Patients with essential hypertension were included in our study (n=708). The excl...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Su D,Guo Q,Gao Y,Han J,Yan B,Peng L,Song A,Zhou F,Wang G

更新日期：2016-02-23 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Physically active cancer survivors have substantially less cancer recurrence and improved survival compared with those who are inactive. However, the majority of survivors (70%-90%) are not meeting the physical activity (PA) guidelines. There are also significant geographic inequalities in cancer survival ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Hardcastle SJ,Hince D,Jiménez-Castuera R,Boyle T,Cavalheri V,Makin G,Tan P,Salfinger S,Tan J,Mohan GR,Levitt M,Cohen PA,Saunders C,Platell C

更新日期：2019-05-24 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine whether neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) can decrease the mortality of patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and improve their clinical outcomes. DESIGN:Systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression. DATA SOURCES:PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science an...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Shao S,Kang H,Tong Z

更新日期：2020-11-19 00:00:00