Complementary medicine in orthopaedic and trauma surgery: a cross-sectional survey on usage and needs.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) affects up to one-third of the adult population yet venous leg ulcers (VLU), a significant complication of CVI, only affect 1%-2% of adults in the USA. Why some develop VLU and others do not is unclear. VLU have a significant impact on quality of life and are extremely co...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Mervis JS,Kirsner RS,Lev-Tov H

更新日期：2019-01-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:First, to investigate whether there is a relationship between a family being known to child protective services or police at the time of birth and the risk of abusive head trauma (AHT, formerly known as shaken baby syndrome). Second, to investigate whether data from child protective services or police improv...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kelly P,Thompson JMD,Rungan S,Ameratunga S,Jelleyman T,Percival T,Elder H,Mitchell EA

更新日期：2019-03-01 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:Frailty is a common condition affecting older adults and is associated with increased mortality and adverse outcomes. Identification of older adults at risk of adverse outcomes is central to subsequent resource planning and targeted interventions. This systematic review and meta-analysis will examine the: ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Leahy A,O'Connor M,Condon J,Heywood S,Shanahan E,Peters C,Galvin R

更新日期：2021-01-20 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:American Indians (AI) have a high prevalence of electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) use. However, little information exists on (ENDS) use, either alone or in combination with cigarettes (dual use), among AI. The objective of this small-scaled study was to examine use behaviours and dependence among exc...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Carroll DM,Wagener TL,Thompson DM,Stephens LD,Peck JD,Campbell JE,Beebe LA

更新日期：2017-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Minority populations in the USA are disproportionately affected by cardiovascular conditions. Reduced responsiveness to clopidogrel among carriers of CYP2C19 variants has been reported in patients with either coronary artery disease (CAD) or acute coronary syndrome (ACS) after the percutaneous coronary int...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Hernandez-Suarez DF,Melin K,Marin-Maldonado F,Nunez HJ,Gonzalez AF,Gonzalez-Sepulveda L,Rivas-Tumanyan S,Naik H,Ruaño G,Scott SA,Duconge J

更新日期：2020-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To pilot and feasibility-test supervised final year undergraduate pharmacy student-led medication reviews for patients with diabetes to enable definitive trial design. METHOD:Third year pharmacy students were recruited from one UK School of Pharmacy and trained to review patient's medical records and provide...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Adams RP,Barton G,Bhattacharya D,Grassby PF,Holland R,Howe A,Norris N,Shepstone L,Wright DJ

更新日期：2015-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the health outcomes and economics associated with the current guidance relating to the prevention of falls in the elderly through vitamin D supplementation. SETTING:UK. PARTICIPANTS:UK population aged 60 years and above. INTERVENTIONS:A Markov health state transition model simulated patient tr...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Poole CD,Smith J,Davies JS

更新日期：2015-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the proportion of maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity cases, identified by the Perinatal and Maternal Mortality Review Committee (PMMRC), that are also reported within the annual serious adverse events (SAEs) reports published by the Health Quality and Safety Commission (HQSC). SETTI...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Farquhar C,Armstrong S,Kim B,Masson V,Sadler L

更新日期：2015-07-23 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore the barriers faced by healthcare professionals (HCPs) in managing falls among older people (aged above 60 years) who have a high risk of falling. RESEARCH DESIGN:The study used a qualitative methodology, comprising 10 in-depth interviews and two focus group discussions. A semistructured topic guid...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Loganathan A,Ng CJ,Tan MP,Low WY

更新日期：2015-11-05 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the association of living in foster care (FC) with substance use and subjective well-being in a sample of secondary school students (11-16 years) in Wales in 2015/16, and to examine whether these associations are attenuated by the perceived quality of interpersonal relationships. DESIGN:Cross-...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Long SJ,Evans RE,Fletcher A,Hewitt G,Murphy S,Young H,Moore GF

更新日期：2017-02-20 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is the most common malignancy in a Northeast Thai population. Smoking and alcohol drinking are associated with the production of free radical intermediates, which can cause several types of DNA lesions. Reduced repair of these DNA lesions would constitute an important risk factor for ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Songserm N,Promthet S,Pientong C,Ekalaksananan T,Chopjitt P,Wiangnon S

更新日期：2014-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The ongoing opioid epidemic has necessitated increasing prescriptions of buprenorphine, which is an evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder, and also shown to reduce harms associated with unsafe opioid administration. A systematic review of perioperative management strategies for patients taking b...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Goel A,Azargive S,Weissman JS,Shanthanna H,Ladha KS,Lamba W,Duggan S,Hanlon JG,Di Renna T,Peng P,Clarke H

更新日期：2019-05-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the effectiveness of early assisted discharge for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations, with home care provided by generic community nurses, compared with usual hospital care. DESIGN:Prospective, randomised controlled and multicentre trial with 3-month follow-up. SETTING:...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Utens CM,Goossens LM,Smeenk FW,Rutten-van Mölken MP,van Vliet M,Braken MW,van Eijsden LM,van Schayck OC

更新日期：2012-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess whether the obesity paradox persists in the long term and to study the effect of optimal medical treatment on this phenomenon. DESIGN:A retrospective cohort study. SETTING:A tertiary care centre in Rotterdam. PARTICIPANTS:From January 2000 to December 2005, 6332 patients undergoing percutaneous c...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Schenkeveld L,Magro M,Oemrawsingh RM,Lenzen M,de Jaegere P,van Geuns RJ,Serruys PW,van Domburg RT

更新日期：2012-02-09 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Delirium is very common in patients admitted to intensive care unit (ICU), and may worsen survival in these patients. Several meta-analyses have evaluated the antidelirium effects of dexmedetomidine in ICU patients, but their findings were inconsistent. Recently, several large multicentre randomised clinic...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Sun R,Wang S,Li S,Yang C,Zhao Y,Luo A

更新日期：2019-04-03 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A cancer diagnose, for example, colorectal cancer, not only affects the cancer-person stricken, but also the surrounding family. Thus, this scoping review intends to identify appropriate models of support that will guide the development of a model of support to family members during the trajectory of color...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Samuelsson M,Wennick A,Jakobsson J,Bengtsson M

更新日期：2020-09-03 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study examines the impact of the type of method used on the estimation of the burden of diseases. DESIGN:Comparison of methods of estimating disease burden. SETTING:Four metrics of burden of disease estimation, namely, years of potential life lost (YPLL), non-age weighted years of life lost (YLL) with...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Egunsola O,Raubenheimer J,Buckley N

更新日期：2019-08-18 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Post-randomisation exclusions in randomised controlled trials are common and may include participants identified as not meeting trial eligibility criteria after randomisation. We report how a decision might be reached and reported on, to include or exclude these participants. We illustrate using a motivating ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Rehman AM,Ferrand R,Allen E,Simms V,McHugh G,Weiss HA

更新日期：2020-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sarcomas are rare tumours of connective tissue. The exact overall incidence of sarcomas is unknown due to diagnostic difficulties and the various histological subtypes (over 80 subtypes). However, the apparent increasing incidence of sarcomas suggests environmental causes such as pesticides. Except for som...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lacourt A,Amadéo B,Gramond C,Marrer E,Plouvier S,Baldi I,Blay JY,Coindre JM,de Pinieux G,Gouin F,Italiano A,Le Cesne A,Le Loarer F,Monnereau A,Pellegrin I,Penel N,Ray-Coquard I,Toulmonde M,Ducimetière F,Mathoulin-Pé

更新日期：2019-06-18 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) set criteria for the delivery of healthcare services in Australia. While a voluntary process, continual accreditation with ACHS is an expectation of, and for, Australian healthcare providers. Juxtapositioned with the ACHS, the Nursing and Midwifery Boar...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ratsch A,Sewell F,Pennington A

更新日期：2019-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The COVID-19 pandemic is a global public health crisis, with over 33 million cases and 999 000 deaths worldwide. Data are needed regarding the clinical course of hospitalised patients, particularly in the USA. We aimed to compare clinical characteristic of patients with COVID-19 who had in-hospital mortality ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Paranjpe I,Russak AJ,De Freitas JK,Lala A,Miotto R,Vaid A,Johnson KW,Danieletto M,Golden E,Meyer D,Singh M,Somani S,Kapoor A,O'Hagan R,Manna S,Nangia U,Jaladanki SK,O'Reilly P,Huckins LM,Glowe P,Kia A,Timsina P

更新日期：2020-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Puerto Rican children experience high rates of asthma and obesity. Further, infants born in Puerto Rico are more at risk for being born prematurely compared with infants on the mainland USA. Environmental exposures from multiple sources during critical periods of child development, potentially modified by psych...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Manjourides J,Zimmerman E,Watkins DJ,Carpenito T,Vélez-Vega CM,Huerta-Montañez G,Rosario Z,Ayala I,Vergara C,Feric Z,Ondras M,Suh HH,Gu AZ,Brown P,Cordero JF,Meeker JD,Alshawabkeh A

更新日期：2020-07-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore feedback on tailored SMS reminders to encourage medication adherence and outpatient treatment among patients taking antipsychotic medication, and associations related to the feedback. DESIGN:A cross-sectional survey nested within a nationwide randomised clinical trial ("Mobile.Net" ISRCTN27704027...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kannisto KA,Adams CE,Koivunen M,Katajisto J,Välimäki M

更新日期：2015-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mentoring is frequently suggested as an intervention to address gender inequalities in the workplace. OBJECTIVES:To systematically review evidence published since a definitive review in 2006 on the effectiveness of mentoring interventions aimed at achieving gender equality in academic medicine. DESIGN:Syst...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： House A,Dracup N,Burkinshaw P,Ward V,Bryant LD

更新日期：2021-01-26 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To calculate the prevalence of disabling chronic pain (DCP) and to offer a more representative and accurate estimation by applying different calibration techniques. SETTINGS:2011 Andalusian Health Survey, a cross-sectional population survey based on face-to-face home interviews. PARTICIPANTS:6507 people ag...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Cabrera-León A,Rueda M,Cantero-Braojos M

更新日期：2017-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate patient experiences of specific aspects of haemodialysis care across several countries. DESIGN:Cross-sectional survey using the Choices for Healthy Outcomes in Caring for End-Stage Renal Disease (CHOICE) questionnaire. SETTING:Haemodialysis clinics within a single provider in Europe and South A...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Palmer SC,de Berardis G,Craig JC,Tong A,Tonelli M,Pellegrini F,Ruospo M,Hegbrant J,Wollheim C,Celia E,Gelfman R,Ferrari JN,Törok M,Murgo M,Leal M,Bednarek-Skublewska A,Dulawa J,Strippoli GF

更新日期：2014-05-19 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to identify those at high risk of poor mental health among nursing students and to examine the relationships and consistency among five mental health assessments. DESIGN:A cross-sectional design with purposive sampling was used. Four mental health screening tools plus previous mental health...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Hsiung DY,Tsai CL,Chiang LC,Ma WF

更新日期：2019-06-25 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the utility of different symptoms, alone or combined, presented to primary care for an adult brain tumour diagnosis. DESIGN AND SETTING:Matched case-control study, using the data from Clinical Practice Research Datalink (2000-2014) from primary care consultations in the UK. METHOD:All presentat...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ozawa M,Brennan PM,Zienius K,Kurian KM,Hollingworth W,Weller D,Grant R,Hamilton W,Ben-Shlomo Y

更新日期：2019-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This article describes two randomised controlled trials that will evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of Self-Help Plus (SH+), a group self-help intervention developed by the WHO to reduce distress. In these trials SH+ is being tested as a preventative intervention to lower the incidence of m...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Purgato M,Carswell K,Acarturk C,Au T,Akbai S,Anttila M,Baumgartner J,Bailey D,Biondi M,Bird M,Churchill R,Eskici S,Hansen LJ,Heron P,Ilkkursun Z,Kilian R,Koesters M,Lantta T,Nosè M,Ostuzzi G,Papola D,Popa M,Si

更新日期：2019-05-14 00:00:00