abstract：INTRODUCTION:Rapid Access Prostate Clinics (RAPC) were introduced in Ireland by the National Cancer Control Programme bringing about expedited referral pathways and increased detection rates of prostate cancer. Lower Gleason (G) grade at diagnosis due to RAPC has been previously reported but grade at prostatectomy has ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Broe MP,Forde JC,Inder MS,Galvin DJ,Mulvin DW,Quinlan DM

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Left cardiac sympathetic denervation (LCSD) is a surgical procedure that has been shown to have an antiarrhythmic and antifibrillatory effect. Evidence indicating its antiarrhythmic effect has been available for over 100 years. It involves the removal of the lower half of the stellate ganglion and T2-T4 of t...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McNamara C,Cullen P,Rackauskas M,Kelly R,O'Sullivan KE,Galvin J,Eaton D

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is associated with variable predisposing risk factors including preeclampsia and eclampsia since it proposed. However, studies of large case series focusing on pregnancy-related PRES are still limited. We performed a large retrospective study of patients wi...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Wen Y,Yang B,Huang Q,Liu Y

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Extrahepatic Portal Hypertension (EPH) is defined as extrahepatic hypertension of the portal venous system in the absence of liver cirrhosis. Isolated splenic vein stenosis/occlusion as one of the causes of extrahepatic portal hypertension is uncommon, comprising less than 5 % of all cases of portal hypert...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： El Kininy W,Kearney L,Hosam N,Broe P,Keeling A

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Bibliometrics is the statistical analysis of written publications. Bibliometric analyses have been performed across a range of biomedical disciplines. The aim of this study was to provide a comprehensive qualitative and quantitative analysis of Irish urology and nephrology research and to analyse how this ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Connor EM,Nason GJ,O'Brien MF

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The clinical efficacy of adenotonsillectomy is under debate with falling tonsillectomy rates in the UK and Ireland. In 2010, an NHS commissioned randomised controlled trial recommended medical management, leading to some Primary Care Trusts refusing to commission any tonsillectomies at all. With the HSE cutt...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Thong G,Davies K,Murphy E,Keogh I

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cardiac arrest due to ischaemia is frequently the first manifestation of cardiovascular disease. We sought to describe the characteristics and outcomes of patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with a diagnosis of cardiac arrest secondary to acute coronary syndrome (ACS). METHODS:We performed a ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Gorecka M,Hanley A,Burke F,Nolan P,Crowley J

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is extensive focus on the rising costs of healthcare. However, for patients undergoing cancer treatment, there are additional personal costs, which are poorly characterised. AIM:To qualify indirect costs during anti-cancer therapy in a designated Irish cancer centre. METHODS:An anonymous questionnair...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Collins DC,Coghlan M,Hennessy BT,Grogan L,Morris PG,Breathnach OS

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Internal iliac artery (IIA) embolisation is commonly performed prior to endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) of aortoiliac aneurysms to prevent type 2 endoleaks via the internal iliac arteries. The safety of this procedure is controversial due to the high incidence of pelvic ischaemic complications. METHODS:We ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McGarry JG,Alenezi AO,McGrath FP,Given MF,Keeling AN,Moneley DS,Leahy AL,Lee MJ

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:While considerable changes are happening in primary care in Ireland and considerable potential exists in intelligence derived from practice-based data to inform these changes, relatively few large-scale general morbidity surveys have been published. AIMS:To examine the most common reasons why people attend ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Molony D,Beame C,Behan W,Crowley J,Dennehy T,Quinlan M,Cullen W

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the shared care and outcomes of patients with periocular skin tumours who underwent Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) performed by dermatologists, followed by oculoplastic reconstruction undertaken by ophthalmologists at two teaching and one private hospital in Ireland. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Treacy MP,Wynne NC,Gale JL,Duignan E,Moran B,Flynn AM,Ormond P,Barry R,Khan R,Moriarty P,Cassidy L

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There have been many changes in number and place of trocars that have been described, since the first laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC), but, in fact, all authors agree that laparoscopic procedure is accepted as gold standard. However, four trocars use in standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy, it has been ar...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Ciftci A,Yazicioglu MB,Tiryaki C,Turgut HT,Subasi O,Ilgoz M,Civil O,Yildiz SY

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite Ireland's temperate maritime climate, it has the third highest rate of malignant melanoma in the European Union, indicating the need to recognise tanning practices as a risky behaviour, especially amongst those most at risk (the younger population). AIM:To explore the factors associated with deliber...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Flannery C,Burke LA,Grainger L,Williams P,Gage H

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To observe the preventive and therapeutic effects of diosgenin on retinoic acid-induced osteoporosis in rats. METHODS:A total 50 Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into 5 groups: control group, model group (osteoporosis rats), low (10 mg kg(-1)), middle (30 mg kg(-1)), and high-dose diosgenin (90 mg k...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Zhao S,Niu F,Xu CY,Liu Y,Ye L,Bi GB,Chen L,Tian G,Nie TH

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The transcription factor forkhead box D3 (FoxD3) is a forkhead protein and serves as a transcriptional repressor. The functions of FoxD3 in embryogenesis and in the development of neural crest cells have been diversely studied. Its role associated with tumor development has attracted attention just in rece...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Wang C,Huang Y,Dai W

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) of the thyroid is generally a well-tolerated procedure associated with weak levels of pain. However, pain may be very intense in some patients. The cause for the pain in these patients has not been identified. The hypothesis of this study is that there is a likely relationsh...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Toman H,Ozkul F,Erbag G,Erbas M,Simsek T,Adam G,Arik MK,Asik M

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:We describe a case report and technique for using an ultrasound scanner and a linear transducer to guide serratus posterior superior (SPS) muscle injection. A 43-year-old female presented with chronic pain centered under the right upper portion of her scapula impacting her activities of daily living. METH...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McCarthy C,Harmon D

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia in clinical practice and is a major contributor to mortality. Recently, several studies have reported different results for treatments aimed at reducing the risk of postoperative AF. AIMS:The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of beta-blockers (B...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Ji T,Feng C,Sun L,Ye X,Bai Y,Chen Q,Qin Y,Zhu J,Zhao X

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent developments in the management of severe aortic stenosis have resulted in a paradigm shift in the way we view the condition. Patients previously denied intervention in the form of surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) are now candidates for transcatheter aortic valve implantation and the risk and a...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： O'Sullivan KE,Bargenda S,Sugrue D,Hurley J

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The regulatory body responsible for the registration of Irish pre-hospital practitioners, the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC), identified the need to implement a continuing professional competence (CPC) framework. The first cycle of CPC (focused on emergency medical technicians) commenced in Nove...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Knox S,Dunne SS,Hughes M,Cheeseman S,Dunne CP

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Surgical site infection (SSI) is one of the main causes of postoperative morbidity and mortality. Appendectomy for acute appendicitis is one of the most commonly performed surgical interventions worldwide. The use of ring retractors to protect the wound edge from contaminated intra-abdominal contents may b...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Ahmed K,Connelly TM,Bashar K,Walsh SR

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Among many factors predisposing to monosymptomatic enuresis (MNE) disturbances in urinary electrolites excretion play an important role. Because of many controversies in this field there is a need to debate the role of hypercalciuria in MNE. The aim of our study was to determine the urinary calcium in childr...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Korzeniecka-Kozerska A,Porowski T,Wasilewska A,Stefanowicz M

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It has been recognised for some time that mortality rates vary across social class groups, with lower rates in the higher social classes. Internationally, but particularly in Ireland, many studies on the topic of inequalities in mortality have been confined to men, partly because the most frequently used soc...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Layte R,Banks J,Walsh C,McKnight G

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To analyze the capability of four-dimensional surface rendering mode ultrasound (4D SRM USG) in the detection of fetal abnormalities, and also compare it with 2D USG. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 1,379 pregnant women were enrolled in the study, and they all underwent 2D USG screening. In the same session...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Öcal DF,Nas T,Güler I

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Charles Lucas, apothecary, physician and MP, was instrumental in facilitating legislation in Ireland in 1765 that established a nationwide network of hospitals in Ireland. This legislation was unique in contemporary Europe, and by the end of the century, there was a hospital in every county in the country....

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Mullaney S

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is the most important infectious cause of central nervous system disease and hearing loss in children. AIMS:In this study, we aimed to investigate the role of maternal screening in early diagnosis of congenital infection in highly immune populations. METHODS:A tot...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Şahiner F,Honca M,Çekmez Y,Kubar A,Honca T,Fidanci MK,Purtuloğlu T,Yapar M

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Optimisation of patient comfort during flexible bronchoscopy is achieved with the use of intravenous sedation and vocal anaesthesia. METHODS:The effect of transcricoid lignocaine injection was investigated with regards to ease of procedure and frequency of cough. A single-blinded study was carried out and...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Hamad S,Al-Alawi M,Devaney N,Subramaniam A,Lane S

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pre-pubertal varicocele can result in hypotrophy of testes, progressive deterioration of Sertoli cells and spermatogonia cell number, decrease in seminiferous diameter and cause to sperm damage. AIMS:Because of detrimental time-dependent effects of varicocele, this study describes the effects of varicocele ...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Habibi B,Seifi B,Mougahi SM,Ojaghi M,Sadeghipour HR

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The management of breast cancer has evolved in the last 40 years to now encompass not only treating the cancer in the most effective way, but also to detect and treat cancers before they can pose a risk to patients. This evolution in therapy and diagnostics has moved away from treating patients with the maximum amount...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Kell MR

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing prevalence of overweight and obese children in developed countries poses a substantial threat to long-term health. One well-described factor is the amount of time spent watching television, with exposure to food advertising a known influence on food preferences and consumption patterns. AIMS:Foll...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Scully P,Macken A,Leddin D,Cullen W,Dunne C,Gorman CO

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Childhood obesity is associated with increased risk of adult obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Appropriate techniques for assessment of childhood adiposity are required to identify children at risk. The aim of this review was to examine core clinical measurements and more technical tool...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Horan M,Gibney E,Molloy E,McAuliffe F

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:2013 is the tercentenary of the death of Sir Patrick Dun. When Dun died in 1713, he left the proceeds of his estate to enhance medical education in Dublin by funding chairs in medicine. He showed remarkable innovation, but it took 95 years, five Acts of Parliament, two House of Commons enquiries and a Hous...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Mullaney S

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It is widely acknowledged that there is interplay between physical and mental health, with causality in both directions. A common theme across countries is the uncertainty surrounding who should act as gatekeeper for physical health matters in psychiatry. Much of the metabolic monitoring is carried out by psychiatrist...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Behan C,Doyle R,Masterson S,Shiers D,Clarke M

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low birth weight (LBW) is a leading cause of infant mortality and morbidity, and a specific risk for the development of neuro-developmental and academic problems. AIM:To examine the medical, cognitive and academic outcomes of VLBW (<1,500 g) children, born in one maternity hospital in Dublin between 1995 an...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： McNicholas F,Healy E,White M,Sherdian-Pereira M,O'Connor N,Coakley S,Dooley B

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is characterised by insidious onset lower back pain. Poor symptom recognition results in delays in diagnosis of up to 11 years. Despite the widespread use of anti-tumour necrosis factor alpha (anti-TNFα) therapy, work disability remains a challenging problem in AS. METHODS:A retr...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Sullivan C,Quinn K,Harney S,Ryan JG

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to investigate the microbiology of secondary bacterial peritonitis due to appendicitis and the appropriateness of current antimicrobial practice in one institution. METHODS:A 14-year retrospective single-centre study of 69 consecutive paediatric patients (age 1-14 years) with appendicitis...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Obinwa O,Casidy M,Flynn J

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Venipuncture is one of the most painful events for children in hospitals. Valsalva maneuver (VM) decreases the incidence and severity of pain on venipuncture pain in adults. This study was designed to evaluate VM as compared with Eutectic Mixture of Local Anesthetic (EMLA(®)) cream for venipuncture pain in c...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Akdas O,Basaranoglu G,Ozdemir H,Comlekci M,Erkalp K,Saidoglu L

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This is a retrospective review of the Rotunda Hospital Emergency Room (ER) documentation with respect to attendances for a 4-month period (August-November) in both 2009 and 2012. The aim was to quantify the workload and assess the quality of care offered to patients attending the ER over the two time perio...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Talukdar S,Eogan M,Connolly G,Coulter-Smith S

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postoperative sore throat (POST) is a common complication following tracheal intubation. The effectiveness of prophylactic dexamethasone on POST needs further elucidation. AIMS:To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of intravenous dexamethasone for the prevention of POST in patients undergoing endotrachea...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Sun L,Guo R,Sun L

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to investigate David Healy's hypothesis that the development of weighing technologies significantly contributes to the development of anorexia nervosa. A newly developed questionnaire and the EAT-26 were used to investigate these ideas. The key results from this study are that a positive corre...

journal_title：Irish journal of medical science

authors： Walsh DJ,Charlton BG

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00