abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the relationship between short sleep and obesity among Thai adults. DESIGN:Both 4-year longitudinal and cross-sectional analyses of a large national cohort. SETTING:Thai adults residing nationwide from 2005 to 2009. PARTICIPANTS:Cohort members were enrolled as distance learners at Sukhothai ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Yiengprugsawan V,Banwell C,Seubsman SA,Sleigh AC,Thai Cohort Study Team.

更新日期：2012-02-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives In 2007, the International Agency for Research on Cancer classified long-term shift work as a probable carcinogen, with the strongest evidence for breast cancer. One proposed mechanism involves night-time light exposure and decreases in melatonin, a circadian rhythmic hormone. It is hypothesised that melato...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Langley AR,Graham CH,Grundy AL,Tranmer JE,Richardson H,Aronson KJ

更新日期：2012-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Although supporting lifestyle change is an effective way of preventing further events in people with cardiovascular disease, providing access to such interventions is a major challenge. This study aims to investigate whether simple reminders about behaviour change sent via mobile phone text message decrease...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Chow CK,Redfern J,Thiagalingam A,Jan S,Whittaker R,Hackett M,Graves N,Mooney J,Hillis GS

更新日期：2012-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EO) shows eosinophilic infiltration of the mucosa and can present with symptoms indistinguishable from gastrooesophageal reflux disease (GORD). The authors describe the clinical, endoscopic and histopathological features of all cases of histological EO presenting during 2007-2008 ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Cohen MC,Rao P,Thomson M,Al-Adnani M

更新日期：2012-01-12 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：:Objectives To develop and validate a scoring tool based on demographic and injecting risk behaviours to identify those who require additional, non-routine serological screening for hepatitis C virus (HCV) by assessing their personal risk. Design Cross-sectional and prospective cohorts. Setting People who inject drug...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wand H,Iversen J,Wilson D,Topp L,Maher L

更新日期：2012-01-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives Diagnoses-specific sickness certification guidelines were recently introduced in Sweden. The aim of this study was to investigate to which extent general practitioners (GPs) used these guidelines and how useful they found them, 1 year after introduction. Design A cross-sectional questionnaire study. A comp...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Skånér Y,Nilsson GH,Arrelöv B,Lindholm C,Hinas E,Wilteus AL,Alexanderson K

更新日期：2011-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives Low serum vitamin D levels have been associated with risk for certain malignancies, but studies have not directly analysed levels between community oncology and primary care practices. The purpose of this study was to compare serum vitamin D levels in patients at a community oncology practice with non-cance...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Churilla TM,Lesko SL,Brereton HD,Klem M,Donnelly PE,Peters CA

更新日期：2011-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives (1) To assess endorsement of trial registration in author instructions of urology-related journals and (2) to assess whether randomised controlled trials (RCTs) in the field of urology were effectively registered. Design Cross-sectional study of author instructions and published trials. Setting Journals p...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kunath F,Grobe HR,Keck B,Rücker G,Wullich B,Antes G,Meerpohl JJ

更新日期：2011-12-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective To identify factors predicting early death in women with breast cancer. Design Cohort study. Setting 29 trusts across seven cancer networks in the North Thames area. Participants 15 037 women with primary breast cancer diagnosed between January 1996 and December 2005. Methods Logistic regression analyses...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Stapelkamp C,Holmberg L,Tataru D,Møller H,Robinson D

更新日期：2011-11-28 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Mini-sternotomy for isolated aortic valve replacement aims to reduce operative trauma hastening recovery and improving the cosmetic outcome of cardiac surgery. The short-term clinical benefits from the mini-sternotomy are presumed to arise because the incision is less extensive and the lower half of the che...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Khoshbin E,Prayaga S,Kinsella J,Sutherland FW

更新日期：2011-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives Control of the tuberculosis (TB) epidemic is a global health priority and one that is likely to be achieved only through vaccination. The critical overlap with the HIV epidemic requires any effective TB vaccine regimen to be safe in individuals who are infected with HIV. The objectives of this clinical tria...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Minassian AM,Rowland R,Beveridge NE,Poulton ID,Satti I,Harris S,Poyntz H,Hamill M,Griffiths K,Sander CR,Ambrozak DR,Price DA,Hill BJ,Casazza JP,Douek DC,Koup RA,Roederer M,Winston A,Ross J,Sherrard J,Rooney G,Wi

更新日期：2011-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the benefits and harms of a Dutch 10-session Community Occupational Therapy programme for patients with Alzheimer's disease with the impact of a one session consultation at home in German routine healthcare. DESIGN:A seven-centre, parallel group, active controlled randomised controlled trial. Pati...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Voigt-Radloff S,Graff M,Leonhart R,Schornstein K,Jessen F,Bohlken J,Metz B,Fellgiebel A,Dodel R,Eschweiler G,Vernooij-Dassen M,Olde Rikkert M,Hüll M

更新日期：2011-08-09 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the contribution of progress in averting premature deaths to the increase in life expectancy and the decline in lifespan variation. DESIGN:International comparison of national life table data from the Human Mortality Database. SETTING:40 developed countries and regions, 1840-2009. POPULATION:...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Vaupel JW,Zhang Z,van Raalte AA

更新日期：2011-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective is to evaluate efficiency based on data on morbidity and mortality, health-related quality of life and healthcare-related costs after early reversal of temporary ileostomy after rectal resection for cancer compared with the standard procedure (late reversal). BACKGROUND:Reversal of a temporary ...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Danielsen AK,Correa-Marinez A,Angenete E,Skullmann S,Haglind E,Rosenberg J,SSORG (Scandinavian Outcomes Research Group).

更新日期：2011-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Although recent genome-wide association studies have identified several genetic variants contributing to the complex aetiology of multiple sclerosis (MS), expression and functional studies are required to further understand its molecular basis. Objectives To identify genes and pathways with differential ex...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Kemppinen AK,Kaprio J,Palotie A,Saarela J

更新日期：2011-07-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective To investigate the views and practices of UK medical schools regarding the inclusion (or exclusion) of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in undergraduate medical curricula. Design Survey (by email) of UK medical schools offering MBBS (or equivalent) degrees. Results The overall response rate was...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Smith KR

更新日期：2011-06-08 00:00:00

abstract：:Background and objective The birth of a preterm infant can be an overwhelming experience of guilt, fear and helplessness for parents. Provision of interventions to support and engage parents in the care of their infant may improve outcomes for both the parents and the infant. The objective of this systematic review is...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Brett J,Staniszewska S,Newburn M,Jones N,Taylor L

更新日期：2011-06-02 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To estimate the population attributable risk (PAR) for Chlamydia trachomatis infection in young men and women in Sydney, Australia. METHOD:Multivariate logistic regression was used to examine the association between demographic, sexual behaviour and other potential risk factors and chlamydia positivity in young (≤...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wand H,Guy R,Donovan B,McNulty A

更新日期：2011-02-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives To evaluate the adequacy of reporting of protocols for randomised trials on diseases of the digestive system registered in http://ClinicalTrials.gov and the consistency between primary outcomes, secondary outcomes and sample size specified in http://ClinicalTrials.gov and published trials. Methods Randomis...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Wildt S,Krag A,Gluud L

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Corticosteroid injections (CSI) are a recommended and often-used first-line intervention for shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS) in primary care and orthopaedic settings. Manual physical therapy (MPT) offers a non-invasive approach with negligible risk for managing SIS. There is limited evidence to suggest...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Rhon DI,Boyles RE,Cleland JA,Brown DL

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The impulse oscillometry is increasingly used for assessing the oscillatory mechanics of the respiratory system. The within-breath behaviour of the oscillatory mechanics in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a well-known physiological feature. The purpose of this study was to develop a new appro...

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Ohishi J,Kurosawa H,Ogawa H,Irokawa T,Hida W,Kohzuki M

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aims To study long-term sick-listed patients' self-estimated ability to return to work after experiences of healthcare encounters that made them feel either respected or wronged. Methods A cross-sectional and questionnaire-based survey was used to study a sample of long-term sick-listed patients (n=5802 respondents)....

journal_title：BMJ open

authors： Lynöe N,Wessel M,Olsson D,Alexanderson K,Helgesson G

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00