Participating in core outcome set development via Delphi surveys: qualitative interviews provide pointers to inform guidance.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Female sex workers (FSWs) experience violence from a range of perpetrators, but little is known about how violence experience across multiple settings (workplace, community, domestic) impacts on HIV/sexually transmitted infection (STI) risk. We examined whether HIV/STI risk differs by the perpetrator of viol...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Beksinska A,Prakash R,Isac S,Mohan HL,Platt L,Blanchard J,Moses S,Beattie TS

更新日期：2018-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aims to provide a comprehensive description of noise levels in operating rooms (ORs) in a tertiary care hospital in China. Additionally, the study aims to examine the deviation in noise levels from international and internal standards as well as the differences in noise levels by category of surge...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wang X,Zeng L,Li G,Xu M,Wei B,Li Y,Li N,Tao L,Zhang H,Guo X,Zhao Y

更新日期：2017-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The study aimed to understand through qualitative research what patients considered material in their decision to consent to an acute surgical intervention. PARTICIPANTS, SETTING AND INTERVENTION:The patients selected aged between 18 and 90, having been admitted to a major trauma centre to undergo an acute ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Howard A,Webster J,Quinton N,Giannoudis PV

更新日期：2020-10-08 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Gender inequity has persisted in academic medicine. Yet equity is vital for countries to achieve their full potential in terms of translational research and patient benefit. This study sought to understand how the gender equity programme, Athena SWAN, can be enabled and constrained by interactions between th...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Caffrey L,Wyatt D,Fudge N,Mattingley H,Williamson C,McKevitt C

更新日期：2016-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This systematic review aims to assess the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture for discomfort in patients during gastroscopy. METHODS AND ANALYSIS:Randomised controlled trials will be searched electronically in several databases including OVID MEDLINE, EMBASE, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlle...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wang W,Zhang T,Peng W,Wu J,Liu Z

更新日期：2014-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine consumers' confidence in their own, and also in other people's, over-the-counter (OTC) skills and to describe their attitude towards the availability of OTC painkillers. Moreover we examined the association between confidence in OTC skills and attitudes. DESIGN:Cross-sectional survey. Mixed method...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Brabers AE,Van Dijk L,Bouvy ML,De Jong JD

更新日期：2013-09-25 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Discharge documents are important for transferring information from hospitals to the referring clinician; in the UK and many countries, this is often the patient's general practitioner or family physician. However, patients may or may not receive their discharge letters, and whether patients should routine...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Weetman K,Wong G,Scott E,Schnurr S,Dale J

更新日期：2017-11-12 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To validate the performance of the most commonly used formulas for estimation of glomerular filtration rate (GFR) against measured GFR during the index hospitalisation for ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). SETTING:Single centre, methodological study. PARTICIPANTS:40 patients with percutaneous cor...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Venetsanos D,Alfredsson J,Segelmark M,Swahn E,Lawesson SS

更新日期：2015-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess trends in prescribing practices of antidiabetic agents and glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). DESIGN:Cross-sectional analysis using yearly clinical data and antidiabetic treatments prescribed obtained from an electronic population database. SETTING:Primary healthc...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Mata-Cases M,Franch-Nadal J,Real J,Mauricio D

更新日期：2016-10-05 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Internalised homonegativity (IH) is hypothesised to be associated with HIV risk behaviour and HIV testing in men who have sex with men (MSM). We sought to determine the social and individual variables associated with IH and the associations between IH and HIV-related behaviours. DESIGN AND SETTING:We examin...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ross MW,Berg RC,Schmidt AJ,Hospers HJ,Breveglieri M,Furegato M,Weatherburn P,European MSM Internet Survey (EMIS) Network.

更新日期：2013-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This umbrella review summarises and critically appraises the evidence on the effects of regulated or high-volume perinatal care on outcome among very low birth weight/very preterm infants born in countries with neonatal mortality <5/1000 births. INTERVENTION/EXPOSITION:Perinatal regionalisation, centralisati...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Walther F,Küster DB,Bieber A,Rüdiger M,Malzahn J,Schmitt J,Deckert S

更新日期：2020-09-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We conducted a study to evaluate the use of job aids and simple user instructions to improve adherence for the treatment of childhood pneumonia with amoxicillin dispersible tablet (DT). DESIGN:A mixed-method study implemented in three phases between October 2015 and February 2016. SETTINGS:The study was im...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Sarma H,Gerth-Guyette E,Shakil SA,Alom KR,Abu-Haydar E,D'Rozario M,Tariqujjaman M,Arifeen SE,Ahmed T

更新日期：2019-05-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate leftover antibiotics and their influence on self-medication with antibiotics (SMA) for Chinese children, and further explore the different influences of leftovers from two main sources: previous prescriptions and pharmaceutical purchases. DESIGN:A cross-sectional questionnaire study. SETTING...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Sun C,Hu YJ,Wang X,Lu J,Lin L,Zhou X

更新日期：2019-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There currently exists no reliable or validated tool for the assessment of exercise-related injuries in older adults. The purpose was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of a questionnaire to measure exercise-related injury in older adults participating in supervised exercise programmes. DES...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Stathokostas L,Theou O,Vandervoort T,Raina P

更新日期：2012-11-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There is a wide variation between European countries in antibiotic prescribing for patients in primary care with lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) that is not explained by case mix and clinical factors alone. Variation in antibiotic prescribing that is not warranted by differences in illness and clini...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Brookes-Howell L,Hood K,Cooper L,Little P,Verheij T,Coenen S,Godycki-Cwirko M,Melbye H,Borras-Santos A,Worby P,Jakobsen K,Goossens H,Butler CC

更新日期：2012-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This article presents the findings from a scoping review which explored the nature of interprofessional online learning in primary healthcare. The review was informed by the following questions: What is the nature of evidence on online postgraduate education for primary healthcare interprofessional teams? Wh...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Reeves S,Fletcher S,McLoughlin C,Yim A,Patel KD

更新日期：2017-08-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Intercountry comparability between studies on medication use in pregnancy is difficult due to dissimilarities in study design and methodology. This study aimed to examine patterns and factors associated with medications use in pregnancy from a multinational perspective, with emphasis on type of medication ut...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lupattelli A,Spigset O,Twigg MJ,Zagorodnikova K,Mårdby AC,Moretti ME,Drozd M,Panchaud A,Hämeen-Anttila K,Rieutord A,Gjergja Juraski R,Odalovic M,Kennedy D,Rudolf G,Juch H,Passier A,Björnsdóttir I,Nordeng H

更新日期：2014-02-17 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To complete an economic evaluation within a randomised controlled trial (RCT) comparing the use of an electronic discharge communication tool (eDCT) compared with usual care. SETTING:Patients being discharged from a single tertiary care centre's internal medicine Medical Teaching Units. PARTICIPANTS:Between...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Sevick LK,Santana MJ,Ghali WA,Clement F

更新日期：2017-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To appraise and synthesise research on the impact of physician assistants/associates (PA) in secondary care, specifically acute internal medicine, care of the elderly, emergency medicine, trauma and orthopaedics, and mental health. DESIGN:Systematic review. SETTING:Electronic databases (Medline, Embase, ASS...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Halter M,Wheeler C,Pelone F,Gage H,de Lusignan S,Parle J,Grant R,Gabe J,Nice L,Drennan VM

更新日期：2018-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:In recent years, quality of life (QoL) in multiple sclerosis (MS) has been gaining considerable importance in clinical research and practice. Against this backdrop, this systematic review aimed to provide a broad overview of clinical, sociodemographic and psychosocial risk and protective factors for QoL in ad...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Gil-González I,Martín-Rodríguez A,Conrad R,Pérez-San-Gregorio MÁ

更新日期：2020-11-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Tobacco smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable death. This is not inevitable as tobacco control tools have become more powerful and more effective. Among these, warnings on cigarette packs have proven to be somewhat effective. Our objective is to increase the efficacy of antismoking warnings b...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ben Lakhdar C,Deplancke A,Le Lec F,Massin S,Piermatteo A,Vaillant N

更新日期：2020-06-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We compared the effectiveness of the Gold Standard Programme (a comprehensive smoking cessation intervention commonly used in Denmark) with other face-to-face smoking cessation programmes in Denmark after implementation in real life, and we identified factors associated with successful quitting. DESIGN:Pros...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Rasmussen M,Fernández E,Tønnesen H

更新日期：2017-02-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Multiple rib fractures (RFs) and pulmonary contusions (PCs), with resulting systemic lung inflammation, are the most common injuries caused by blunt chest trauma (BCT) in motor vehicle accidents. This study examined levels of the inflammation marker interleukin (IL)-6 and those of the acute-phase reactant sur...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kurt A,Turut H,Acipayam A,Kirbas A,Yuce S,Cumhur Cure M,Cure E

更新日期：2016-10-12 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：INTRODUCTION:Type 2 diabetes mellitus is among the foremost health challenges facing policy makers in Thailand as its prevalence has more than tripled over the last two decades, accounting for considerable death, disability and healthcare expenditure. Diabetes self-management education (DSME) programmes show promise in...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Angkurawaranon C,Papachristou Nadal I,Mallinson PAC,Pinyopornpanish K,Quansri O,Rerkasem K,Srivanichakorn S,Techakehakij W,Wichit N,Pateekhum C,Hashmi AH,Hanson K,Khunti K,Kinra S

更新日期：2020-10-05 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A healthcare-associated infection (HAI) data point prevalence study (PPS) conducted in 1984 in Australian hospitals estimated the prevalence of HAI to be 6.3%. Since this time, there have been no further national estimates undertaken. In the absence of a coordinated national surveillance programme or regul...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Russo PL,Stewardson A,Cheng AC,Bucknall T,Marimuthu K,Mitchell BG

更新日期：2018-11-08 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To estimate the excess in admissions associated with type1 diabetes in childhood. DESIGN:Matched-cohort study using anonymously linked hospital admission data. SETTING:Brecon Group Register of new cases of childhood diabetes in Wales linked to hospital admissions data within the Secure Anonymised Informati...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Sayers A,Thayer D,Harvey JN,Luzio S,Atkinson MD,French R,Warner JT,Dayan CM,Wong SF,Gregory JW

更新日期：2015-04-13 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...

journal_title：BMJ open

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:This study aimed to explore barriers to accessing care, if any, among people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) in two districts of Bihar. We also aimed to assess attitudes towards PLHA among healthcare providers and community members. DESIGN:This qualitative study used an exploratory study design through thematic...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Nair M,Kumar P,Pandey S,Harshana A,Kazmi S,Moreto-Planas L,Burza S

更新日期：2019-11-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Illness perception has been shown to have significant influence on the well-being and coping strategies of persons living with chronic medical conditions. Understanding of how women living with breast cancer cognitively and emotionally represent their illness and coping strategies used is likely to help in de...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kugbey N,Oppong Asante K,Meyer-Weitz A

更新日期：2020-07-14 00:00:00