abstract：BACKGROUND:The impact and cost-effectiveness of couples' voluntary HIV counselling and testing (CVCT) has not been quantified in real-world settings. We quantify cost-per-HIV-infection averted by CVCT in Zambia from the donor's perspective. METHODS:From 2010 to 2016, CVCT was established in 73 Zambian government clini...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Wall KM,Inambao M,Kilembe W,Karita E,Vwalika B,Mulenga J,Parker R,Sharkey T,Sonti D,Tichacek A,Hunter E,Yohnka R,Abdallah JF,Thior I,Pulerwitz J,Allen S

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Infectious disease interventions are increasingly tested using cluster-randomized trials (CRTs). These trial settings tend to involve a set of sampling units, such as villages, whose geographic arrangement may present a contamination risk in treatment exposure. The most widely used approach for reducing cont...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： McCann RS,van den Berg H,Takken W,Chetwynd AG,Giorgi E,Terlouw DJ,Diggle PJ

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:An increasing number of original studies suggest that exposure to shift work could be associated with the risk of overweight and obesity, but the results remain conflicted and inconclusive. This study aimed to quantitatively synthesize available epidemiological evidence on the association between shift work ...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Liu Q,Shi J,Duan P,Liu B,Li T,Wang C,Li H,Yang T,Gan Y,Wang X,Cao S,Lu Z

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Associations of adult height with cardiometabolic and pulmonary traits have been studied in majority European ancestry populations using Mendelian randomization and polygenic risk score (PRS) analysis. The standard PRS approach entails creating a PRS for height using variants identified in prior genome-wide ...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Sofer T,Moon JY,Isasi CR,Qi Q,Shah NA,Kaplan RC,Kuniholm MH

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:We previously showed that low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening in asbestos-exposed workers is effective in detecting lung cancer (LC) at an early stage. Here, we evaluate whether LDCT screening could reduce mortality from LC in such a high-risk population. Methods:Within a cohort of 2433 asbestos-e...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Barbone F,Barbiero F,Belvedere O,Rosolen V,Giangreco M,Zanin T,Pisa FE,Meduri S,Follador A,Grossi F,Fasola G

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selection bias remains a more difficult bias to understand than confounding or measurement error. Past definitions have not always been illuminating and a simple method (such as the change-in-estimate method for confounding) has not been available to determine its presence and magnitude in the study sample. A better u...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Infante-Rivard C,Cusson A

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:The Obstetrics and Periodontal Therapy (OPT) study, a randomized controlled trial, reported no effect of periodontal treatment on preterm birth. Even though there were more spontaneous abortions or stillbirths in the control group, sensitivity analyses using conventional approaches did not change the results...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Merchant AT,Sutherland MW,Liu J,Pitiphat W,Dasanayake A

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) has largely disappeared from high-income countries. However, in New Zealand (NZ) rates remain high in indigenous (Māori) and Pacific populations. In 2011, NZ launched an intensive and unparalleled primary Rheumatic Fever Prevention Programme (RFPP). We evaluated the impact of the ...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Jack SJ,Williamson DA,Galloway Y,Pierse N,Zhang J,Oliver J,Milne RJ,Mackereth G,Jackson CM,Steer AC,Carapetis JR,Baker MG

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:The genetic architecture of birth size may differ geographically and over time. We examined differences in the genetic and environmental contributions to birthweight, length and ponderal index (PI) across geographical-cultural regions (Europe, North America and Australia, and East Asia) and across birth coho...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Yokoyama Y,Jelenkovic A,Hur YM,Sund R,Fagnani C,Stazi MA,Brescianini S,Ji F,Ning F,Pang Z,Knafo-Noam A,Mankuta D,Abramson L,Rebato E,Hopper JL,Cutler TL,Saudino KJ,Nelson TL,Whitfield KE,Corley RP,Huibregtse BM,

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:We studied associations of number of daily cigarettes in the first trimester with placental weight and birthweight in women who smoked throughout pregnancy, and in women who stopped smoking after the first trimester. Methods:We included all women with delivery of a singleton in Norway (n = 698 891) during 1...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Larsen S,Haavaldsen C,Bjelland EK,Dypvik J,Jukic AM,Eskild A

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are several existing systematic reviews of prevalence of dementia for mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, but several studies have been newly reported. The aim of this study is to update prevalence data in this region and test for variation across geographical areas and time periods using the new dat...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Wu YT,Ali GC,Guerchet M,Prina AM,Chan KY,Prince M,Brayne C

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:In administrative database research, misclassification bias can result from diagnostic codes that imperfectly represent the condition being studied. It is unclear how to correct for this bias. Methods:Severe renal failure and Colles' fracture status were determined in two distinct cohorts using gold standar...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Walraven CV

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Ovarian cancer incidence differs substantially by race/ethnicity, but the reasons for this are not well understood. Data were pooled from the African American Cancer Epidemiology Study (AACES) and 11 case-control studies in the Ovarian Cancer Association Consortium (OCAC) to examine racial/ethnic differences...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Peres LC,Risch H,Terry KL,Webb PM,Goodman MT,Wu AH,Alberg AJ,Bandera EV,Barnholtz-Sloan J,Bondy ML,Cote ML,Funkhouser E,Moorman PG,Peters ES,Schwartz AG,Terry PD,Manichaikul A,Abbott SE,Camacho F,Jordan SJ,Nagle C

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Existing studies of the 1944-45 Dutch famine found little evidence of the association between early life malnutrition and midlife cognition. Methods:Among 2446 rural participants born between 1958 and 1963 in the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study, we examined effects of exposure to China's 1959...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Xu H,Zhang Z,Li L,Liu J

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Telomere length and DNA methylation have been proposed as biological clock measures that track chronological age. Whether they change in tandem, or contribute independently to the prediction of chronological age, is not known. METHODS:We address these points using data from two Scottish cohorts: the Lothian...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Marioni RE,Harris SE,Shah S,McRae AF,von Zglinicki T,Martin-Ruiz C,Wray NR,Visscher PM,Deary IJ

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Analysis of physical activity usually focuses on a small number of summary statistics derived from accelerometer recordings: average counts per minute and the proportion of time spent in moderate-vigorous physical activity or in sedentary behaviour. We show how bigrams, a concept from the field of text minin...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Millard LAC,Tilling K,Lawlor DA,Flach PA,Gaunt TR

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Pancreatic cancer is one of the most lethal. Most countries have exhibited a stable or decreasing incidence over time. The aim of this study was to provide updated French temporal trends in pancreatic cancer incidence and mortality over the past three decades. Methods:Incidence was estimated using the Frenc...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Bouvier AM,Uhry Z,Jooste V,Drouillard A,Remontet L,Launoy G,Leone N,French Network of Cancer Registries (FRANCIM).

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:It is known that perchlorate, nitrate and thiocyanate have the property of inhibiting sodium iodide symporter. Animal studies have suggested that these compounds, especially perchlorate, might also interfere with insulin secretion. However, the association between their exposure and diabetes risk is largely ...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Liu G,Zong G,Dhana K,Hu Y,Blount BC,Morel-Espinosa M,Sun Q

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Physical activity is associated with reduced risk of colorectal cancer, but most epidemiological studies have focused on occupational and recreational physical activity. The evidence for other domains of activity, and for sedentary behaviour, is limited. Methods:Medline, Embase and Web of Science were searc...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Mahmood S,MacInnis RJ,English DR,Karahalios A,Lynch BM

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Mendelian randomization (MR) is being increasingly used to strengthen causal inference in observational studies. Availability of summary data of genetic associations for a variety of phenotypes from large genome-wide association studies (GWAS) allows straightforward application of MR using summary data metho...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Hartwig FP,Davey Smith G,Bowden J

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Maternal short stature has been observed to increase the risk of preterm birth; however, the aetiology behind this phenomenon is unknown. We investigated whether preeclampsia, an obstetric complication that often leads to preterm delivery and is reported to have an inverse association with women's height, me...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Morisaki N,Ogawa K,Urayama KY,Sago H,Sato S,Saito S

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Bloodstream infections (BSI) cause considerable morbidity and mortality, and primary prevention should be a priority. Lifestyle factors are of particular interest since they represent a modifiable target. Methods:We conducted a prospective cohort study among participants in the population-based Norwegian HU...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Paulsen J,Askim Å,Mohus RM,Mehl A,Dewan A,Solligård E,Damås JK,Åsvold BO

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:In 2003, New York City (NYC) implemented a series of coordinated policies designed to reduce non-communicable disease. Methods:We used coarsened exact matching (CEM) of individuals living inside and outside NYC between the years of 1992-2000 and 2002-10 to estimate difference-in-difference survival time mod...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Muennig P,Masters R,Vail D,Hakes J

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Many interventions delivered to improve health may benefit not only direct recipients but also people in close physical or social proximity. Our objective was to review all published literature about the spillover effects of interventions on health outcomes in low-middle income countries and to identify meth...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Benjamin-Chung J,Abedin J,Berger D,Clark A,Jimenez V,Konagaya E,Tran D,Arnold BF,Hubbard AE,Luby SP,Miguel E,Colford JM Jr

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Most Chinese people over 55 years old today have experienced the Great Leap Forward Famine of 1959-61. Many reports suggested that the famine could have profound long-term health effects for exposed birth cohorts. A systematic review and meta-analysis was carried out to summarize reported famine effects on l...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Li C,Lumey LH

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Interventions to mitigate fuel poverty and particularly energy efficiency façade retrofitting (EEFR) have demonstrated positive impacts on health but the impacts of EEFR interventions on cold-related mortality have not been studied in depth. We evaluated the impact of EEFR interventions in Barcelona on the a...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Peralta A,Camprubí L,Rodríguez-Sanz M,Basagaña X,Borrell C,Marí-Dell'Olmo M

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:This paper investigates trends in suicide rate, the reasons for and means of suicide and the occupation of deceased, to prioritize suicide prevention activities in India and to highlight the limitations to data quality for surveillance. Methods:Data available in the public domain from the National Crimes Re...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Dandona R,Bertozzi-Villa A,Kumar GA,Dandona L

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:There is limited knowledge about the optimal timing of antiretroviral treatment initiation in older children and adolescents. Methods:A total of 20 576 antiretroviral treatment (ART)-naïve patients, aged 1-16 years at enrolment, from 19 cohorts in Europe, Southern Africa and West Africa, were included. We c...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Schomaker M,Leroy V,Wolfs T,Technau KG,Renner L,Judd A,Sawry S,Amorissani-Folquet M,Noguera-Julian A,Tanser F,Eboua F,Navarro ML,Chimbetete C,Amani-Bosse C,Warszawski J,Phiri S,N'Gbeche S,Cox V,Koueta F,Giddy J,Sy

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Children with a diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD) have lower cognitive ability and are at risk of adverse educational outcomes; ADHD genetic risks have been found to predict childhood cognitive ability and other neurodevelopmental traits in the general population; thus genetic risks...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Stergiakouli E,Martin J,Hamshere ML,Heron J,St Pourcain B,Timpson NJ,Thapar A,Davey Smith G

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Major aetiologies of atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases begin in childhood and atherosclerotic vascular abnormalities can be observed among children and adolescents. Adolescent cohort studies have important advantages because they can observe earlier changes in vascular structure and function. The purpose of the ...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Choi DP,Lee JY,Kim HC

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Medication adherence is frequently suboptimal in adults with chronic diseases, resulting in negative consequences. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a collaborative conversational style for strengthening a person's motivation and commitment to change. We aimed to assess whether MI interventions are effective...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Zomahoun HTV,Guénette L,Grégoire JP,Lauzier S,Lawani AM,Ferdynus C,Huiart L,Moisan J

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interrupted time series (ITS) analysis is a valuable study design for evaluating the effectiveness of population-level health interventions that have been implemented at a clearly defined point in time. It is increasingly being used to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions ranging from clinical therapy to nation...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Bernal JL,Cummins S,Gasparrini A

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:In order to support health service organizations in arranging a system for prevention of road traffic collisions (RTC), it is important to study the usefulness of sleep assessment tools. A cohort study was used to evaluate the effectiveness of subjective and objective sleep assessment tools to assess for the...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Wu WT,Tsai SS,Liao HY,Lin YJ,Lin MH,Wu TN,Shih TS,Liou SH

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:To assess the worldwide variation of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) incidence, we performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of population-based data published to date. Methods:We reviewed Medline and Embase up to June 2015 and included all population-based studies of newly diagnosed ALS cases, us...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Marin B,Boumédiene F,Logroscino G,Couratier P,Babron MC,Leutenegger AL,Copetti M,Preux PM,Beghi E

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Most existing research on the association of parental education with childhood undernutrition focuses on maternal education and often ignores paternal education. We systematically investigate differences in maternal and paternal education and their association with childhood undernutrition. Methods:One hund...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Vollmer S,Bommer C,Krishna A,Harttgen K,Subramanian SV

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Up to 10% of women are exposed to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy. Information on their effect on birthweight and gestational age remains conflicting. The aim of this sibling-controlled prospective cohort study is to address shared geneticand family-level confounding to inves...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Nezvalová-Henriksen K,Spigset O,Brandlistuen RE,Ystrom E,Koren G,Nordeng H

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the clinic, the combination of obesity and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been increasing. However, whether high body mass index (BMI) affects the risk of exacerbations and pneumonias in individuals with COPD is presently unknown. Genetics can be used to assess the causal role of high BM...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Çolak Y,Afzal S,Lange P,Nordestgaard BG

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Short-term exposure to air pollution is associated with morbidity and mortality. Metabolites are intermediaries in biochemical processes, and associations between air pollution and metabolites can yield unique mechanistic insights. METHODS:We used independent cross-sectional samples with targeted metabolomi...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Ward-Caviness CK,Breitner S,Wolf K,Cyrys J,Kastenmüller G,Wang-Sattler R,Schneider A,Peters A

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although smoking and HPV infection are recognized as important risk factors for oropharyngeal cancer, how their joint exposure impacts on oropharyngeal cancer risk is unclear. Specifically, whether smoking confers any additional risk to HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer is not understood. METHODS:Using HPV ...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Anantharaman D,Muller DC,Lagiou P,Ahrens W,Holcátová I,Merletti F,Kjærheim K,Polesel J,Simonato L,Canova C,Castellsague X,Macfarlane TV,Znaor A,Thomson P,Robinson M,Conway DI,Healy CM,Tjønneland A,Westin U,Ekström J

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A continuum of reproductive causality is postulated, extending from fetal deaths - abortion, stillbirth, and neonatal - through a descending gradient of brain damage manifested in neuropsychiatric disorders. The research and administrative public health implications of these findings and the concept of the continuum a...

journal_title：International journal of epidemiology

authors： Lilienfeld AM,Pasamanick B,Rogers M

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00