Validating the effect of Ondansetron and Mirtazapine In Treating hyperemesis gravidarum (VOMIT): protocol for a randomised placebo-controlled trial.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the risk profile of women giving birth in private and public hospitals and the rate of obstetric intervention during birth compared with previous published rates from a decade ago. DESIGN:Population-based descriptive study. SETTING:New South Wales, Australia. PARTICIPANTS:691 738 women giving b...

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authors： Dahlen HG,Tracy S,Tracy M,Bisits A,Brown C,Thornton C

更新日期：2012-09-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prostate cancer incidence varies internationally largely attributable to differences in prostate-specific antigen (PSA) use. The aim of this study was to provide the most recent detailed international epidemiological comparison of prostate cancer incidence and mortality in six north-eastern European countrie...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Patasius A,Innos K,Barchuk A,Ryzhov A,Leja M,Misins J,Yaumenenka A,Smailyte G

更新日期：2019-10-09 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Chagas disease (CD) has become a global health issue mainly due to migration. Germany lacks surveillance data and is home to a large Latin American immigrant population. Recognising that Bolivia is the country with the highest CD prevalence in Latin America, this cross-sectional, descriptive pilot study investi...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Navarro M,Berens-Riha N,Hohnerlein S,Seiringer P,von Saldern C,Garcia S,Blasco-Hernández T,Navaza B,Shock J,Bretzel G,Hoelscher M,Löscher T,Albajar-Viñas P,Pritsch M

更新日期：2017-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Streptococcus pneumoniae and non-typeable Haemophilus influenzae (NTHi) are major otitis media pathogens that densely co-colonise the nasopharynx and infect the middle ear of Australian Aboriginal infants from very early in life. Our co-primary hypotheses are that at 18 months of age infants receiving 10-v...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Oguoma VM,Wilson N,Mulholland K,Santosham M,Torzillo P,McIntyre P,Smith-Vaughan H,Balloch A,Chatfield M,Lehmann D,Binks MJ,Chang A,Carapetis J,Krause V,Andrews R,Snelling T,Licciardi P,Morris P,Leach AJ

更新日期：2020-05-24 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：OBJECTIVES:Social interaction may be particularly important for people with chronic health conditions, due to the numerous benefits to an individual's health. This paper aims to determine if labour force participation is a factor that influences individuals with chronic health conditions partaking in social or cultural...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Callander E,Schofield DJ

更新日期：2013-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate the prevalence of mild cognitive impairment and the relationship with plasma aluminium among aluminium workers. DESIGN:This was a cross-sectional case-control study in the SH Aluminium Factory, China. SETTING:The university and affiliated hospital cooperated in the study. PARTICIPANTS:There...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Meng H,Wang S,Guo J,Zhao Y,Zhang S,Zhao Y,Niu Q

更新日期：2019-06-16 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether a polymorphism in the Fcγ receptor type IIIA (FCGR3A-F158V), influencing immunoglobulin G binding affinity, relates to the therapeutic efficacy of rituximab in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. DESIGN:Observational cohort study. SETTING:Three university hospital rheumatology units in...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kastbom A,Cöster L,Arlestig L,Chatzidionysiou A,van Vollenhoven RF,Padyukov L,Rantapää-Dahlqvist S,Saevarsdottir S

更新日期：2012-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To study the interplay between several indicators of social disadvantage and hospitalisations due to ambulatory care-sensitive conditions (ACSC) in 2011─2013. To evaluate whether the accumulation of preceding social disadvantage in one point of time or prolongation of social disadvantage had an effect on hos...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lumme S,Manderbacka K,Arffman M,Karvonen S,Keskimaki I

更新日期：2020-08-26 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to (1) demonstrate the development and testing of tools and procedures designed to monitor and assess the integrity of a complex intervention for chronic pain (COping with persistent Pain, Effectiveness Research into Self-management (COPERS) course); and (2) make recommendations bas...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Mars T,Ellard D,Carnes D,Homer K,Underwood M,Taylor SJ

更新日期：2013-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Evidence about the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and small-for-gestational-age (SGA) infants was insufficient among Chinese primiparae. In addition, factors that may mediate this relationship are poorly understood. The purpose of this study was to investigate the risk of and mediators betwe...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Luo X,Liu L,Gu H,Hou F,Xie X,Li X,Meng H,Zhang J,Xu S,Song R

更新日期：2018-06-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine whether a pre-existing smartphone app to teach mindfulness meditation is acceptable to women with chronic pelvic pain (CPP) and can be integrated into clinical practice within the National Health Service (NHS) CPP pathways, and to inform the design of a potential randomised clinical trial. DESI...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ball E,Newton S,Rohricht F,Steed L,Birch J,Dodds J,Cantalapiedra Calvete C,Taylor S,Rivas C

更新日期：2020-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS) increases children's risk of acquiring chest and ear infections, tuberculosis, meningitis and asthma. Smoking bans in public places (where implemented) have significantly reduced adults' exposure to SHS. However, for children, homes remain the most likely place for them t...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Siddiqi K,Huque R,Jackson C,Parrott S,Dogar O,Shah S,Thomson H,Sheikh A

更新日期：2015-08-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study evaluated knowledge, opinions and compliance related to Uganda's comprehensive smoke-free law among hospitality venues in Kampala Uganda. DESIGN:This multi-method study presents cross-sectional findings of the extent of compliance in the early phase of Uganda's comprehensive smoke-free law (2 mont...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Gravely S,Nyamurungi KN,Kabwama SN,Okello G,Robertson L,Heng KKC,Ndikum AE,Oginni AS,Rusatira JC,Kakoulides S,Huffman MD,Yusuf S,Bianco E

更新日期：2018-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The need for organs is comparatively higher among people of Indian origin due to the higher prevalence of end-stage organ failure. In spite of the higher need, they have a lower number of organ donors. Studies have been carried out among people of Indian origin living globally to understand the reasons for...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Vincent BP,Randhawa G,Cook E

更新日期：2020-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine burn-out levels and associated factors among healthcare personnel working in a tertiary hospital of a highly burdened area of north-east Italy during the COVID-19 pandemic. DESIGN:Observational study conducted from 21 April to 6 May 2020 using a web-based questionnaire. SETTING:Research conduct...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lasalvia A,Amaddeo F,Porru S,Carta A,Tardivo S,Bovo C,Ruggeri M,Bonetto C

更新日期：2021-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Seasonal influenza vaccination is recommended for all individuals aged 65 years and over and in individuals younger than 65 years with comorbidities. There is good evidence of vaccine effectiveness (VE) in young healthy individuals but less robust evidence for effectiveness in the populations targeted for ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lone NI,Simpson C,Kavanagh K,Robertson C,McMenamin J,Ritchie L,Sheikh A

更新日期：2012-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Brain tumours are relatively rare but hold a significant place in cancer rehabilitation due to their pronounced disabling capacity to promote physical, cognitive and psychosocial sequelae. This small-scale qualitative study used coping and motivational theories to gain understanding and knowledge of patients'...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Fahrenholtz ML,Hansen A,Søgaard K,Andersen LN

更新日期：2019-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is caused by complete or partial obstruction of the upper airway resulting in repeated episodes of interrupted or shallow breaths. OSA is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The prevalence is estimated to range from 3% to 7% in the general population but may ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Dong Z,Hong BY,Yu AM,Cathey J,Shariful Islam SM,Wang C

更新日期：2018-08-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Systematic reviews demonstrate that advance care planning (ACP) has many positive effects for residents of aged care facilities, including decreased hospitalisation. The proposed Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) 'Goals of Patient Care' (GOPC) form incorporates a resident's prior advance care plan into...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Martin RS,Hayes BJ,Hutchinson A,Yates P,Lim WK

更新日期：2017-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Accreditation in France relies on a mandatory 4-year cycle of self-assessment and a peer review of 82 standards, among which 14 focus priority standards (FPS). Hospitals are also required to measure yearly quality indicators (QIs-5 in 2010). On advice given by the accreditation committee of HAS (Haute Autori...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Guérin S,Le Pogam MA,Robillard B,Le Vaillant M,Lucet B,Gardel C,Grenier C,Loirat P

更新日期：2013-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Despite the significant disease burden of bronchiectasis in Korea, no large-scale, representative prospective cohort studies have been conducted to evaluate the clinical characteristics of Korean patients with bronchiectasis, indicating an urgent need for cohort studies on bronchiectasis. METHODS AND ANAL...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lee H,Choi H,Sim YS,Park S,Kim WJ,Yoo KH,Lee SJ,Kim TH,Yang B,Jeong I,Um SJ,Kim DK,Lee JH,Kwon BS,Cho YJ,Park HY,Lee CH,Rhee CK,Lee SH,Na JO,Jang AS,Jung JY,Ra SW,Lee JH,Kim SH,Kim C,Kim Y,Lee CY,K

更新日期：2020-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study was designed to investigate the effect of alcohol intoxication on clinical presentation of hospitalised adult trauma patients at a Level I trauma centre using propensity score matching. DESIGN:Cross-sectional study. SETTING:Taiwan. PARTICIPANTS:Detailed data of 929 hospitalised adult trauma pat...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Peng SH,Hsu SY,Kuo PJ,Rau CS,Cheng YA,Hsieh CH

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore utilisation patterns of asthma medication before, during and after pregnancy as recorded in seven European population-based databases. DESIGN:A descriptive drug utilisation study. SETTING:7 electronic healthcare databases in Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Italy (Emilia Romagna and Tuscany), W...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Charlton RA,Pierini A,Klungsøyr K,Neville AJ,Jordan S,de Jong-van den Berg LT,Thayer D,Bos HJ,Puccini A,Hansen AV,Gini R,Engeland A,Nybo Andersen AM,Dolk H,Garne E

更新日期：2016-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine factors and outcomes associated with ultra-early surgery for poor-grade aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage (aSAH). DESIGN:A multicentre retrospective analysis, observational study. SETTING:High-volume teaching hospitals (more than 150 aSAH cases per year). PARTICIPANTS:118 patients with World...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Zhao B,Zhao Y,Tan X,Cao Y,Wu J,Zhong M,Wang S

更新日期：2015-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of the present study was to investigate the prevalence of abnormal cholesterol levels and to explore awareness of cholesterol values in an unselected sample of community-living adults. DESIGN:Cross-sectional survey. SETTING:Exhibitions, malls and health promotion campaigns across Italy. PARTICIPANT...

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authors： Marzetti E,Calvani R,Picca A,Sisto A,Tosato M,Martone AM,Ortolani E,Salini S,Pafundi T,Santoliquido A,Santoro L,Bernabei R,Landi F

更新日期：2018-06-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:While postgraduate studies have begun to shed light on informal interprofessional workplace learning, studies with preregistration learners have typically focused on formal and structured work-based learning. The current study investigated preregistration students' informal interprofessional workplace learni...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Rees CE,Crampton P,Kent F,Brown T,Hood K,Leech M,Newton J,Storr M,Williams B

更新日期：2018-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Electronic prescribing (ePrescribing) systems are rapidly being introduced into National Health Systems (NHS) hospitals in England following their widespread earlier adoption into primary care settings. Such systems require substantial changes in the way pharmacists organise their work and perform their ro...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Schofield B,Cresswel K,Westbrook J,Slee A,Girling A,Shah S,Coleman J,Sheikh A

更新日期：2015-10-26 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The global research group, DIPLOMATIC (Using eviDence, Implementation science, and a clinical trial PLatform to Optimise MATernal and newborn health in low Income Countries), aims to reduce stillbirths and preterm births and optimise outcomes for babies born preterm. Minimum datasets for routine data collecti...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： von Wissmann B,Wastnedge E,Waters D,Gadama LA,Dube Q,Masesa C,Chodzaza E,Stock SJ,Reynolds RM,Norrie J,Makwakwa E,Freyne B,Campbell H,Norman JE,Wood R,DIPLOMATIC collaboration.

更新日期：2020-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Lumbar discectomy is a widely used surgical procedure internationally with the majority of patients experiencing significant benefit. However, approximately 20% of patients report suboptimal functional recovery and quality of life. The impact and meaning of the surgical experience from the patients' perspe...

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authors： White L,Heneghan NR,Furtado N,Masson A,Rushton AB

更新日期：2019-08-15 00:00:00