abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe the impact of migraine on psychological well-being of young women and to evaluate their communication with physicians about migraine. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:This cross-sectional telephone survey was conducted in Israel and eight European countries (Finland, Germany, Greece, Italy, Norway, Sp...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Dueland AN,Leira R,Cabelli ST

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:A trial was conducted to examine the effects of a timed sequence of hormone supplementation (HS) with oral estradiol (E(2)) and vaginal progesterone (P) following clomiphene citrate (CC) therapy to determine if this regimen can increase pregnancy rates in CC cycles. METHODS:This study was a randomized, open-...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Elkind-Hirsch KE,Darensbourg C,Creasy G,Gipe D

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a public health problem of epidemic proportions and its prevalence is on the rise. The typical American born today has a one in three chance of developing type 2 diabetes. This diagnosis is associated with an adverse cardiovascular prognosis and is considered the risk equivalent of establis...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Abuissa H,Bel DS,O'keefe JH Jr

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Pharmaceutical preparations of human menopausal gonadotrophin (hMG), urine-derived follicle-stimulating hormone (u-FSH) and highly purified u-FSH (u-FSH-HP) have been available since the early 1960s and the mid 1980s and 1990s, respectively. Another commercial preparation of u-FSH-HP, Folyrmon P, was launched...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Bassett R,Ceccarelli D,Crisci C,di Tria AM,Mancinelli M,Martelli F,Mendola D,Pezzotti A

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Evidence from randomized, placebo-controlled, double-masked studies has demonstrated that verteporfin (Visudyne) therapy is effective in reducing the risk of visual acuity loss in selected groups of patients with choroidal neovascularization (CNV) due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Pilot studies of intravi...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Kaiser PK

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To estimate the costs and consequences of using pamidronate compared to zoledronic acid in the prophylactic management of skeletal morbidity among breast cancer patients in the UK. DESIGN AND SETTING:This was a modelling study performed from the perspective of the UK's National Health Service (NHS). METHODS...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Guest JF,Clegg JP,Davie AM,McCloskey E

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the efficacy and safety of lumiracoxib for knee osteoarthritis (OA). METHODS:This was a 13-week, multicentre, randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, placebo-controlled study. Males or females aged >/= 18 years with primary knee OA received lumiracoxib 100 mg od, lumiracoxib 100 mg od with a loa...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Lehmann R,Brzosko M,Kopsa P,Nischik R,Kreisse A,Thurston H,Litschig S,Sloan VS

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In controlled clinical trials, rabeprazole effectively improves symptoms and heals oesophageal erosions in patients with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). AIM:To examine symptom relief during week 1 of rabeprazole therapy, in addition to GORD healing, in a clinical practice setting. METHODS:In this...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Archimandritis AJ,Nikolopoulou V,Kouklakis G,Paraskevas E,Avgerinos A,Tsianos E,Triantafillidis JK,Hellenic Rabeprazole Study Group.

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the efficacy of the cholesterol absorption inhibitor ezetimibe in patients with refractory familial hyperlipidaemia or intolerant to statin therapy. METHODS:This prospective study assessed the safety and efficacy of ezetimibe in 200 patients with refractory familial hyperlipidaemias not achiev...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Wierzbicki AS,Doherty E,Lumb PJ,Chik G,Crook MA

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In treating migraine sufferers, physicians can choose from among seven triptans with different attributes. OBJECTIVE:To develop a system for selecting an oral triptan based on treatment priorities of migraine sufferers, neurologists, and primary care physicians (PCPs) in the United States, and evidence-base...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Lipton RB,Cutrer FM,Goadsby PJ,Ferrari MD,Dodick DW,McCrory D,Liberman JN,Williams P

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Using a Delphi Consultation process, a group of medical writers established by the European Medical Writers Association (EMWA) set out to determine the current thinking on the problems of ghostwriting in medical publications and what should be done about them. In this context, ghostwriting is where a professi...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Jacobs A,Carpenter J,Donnelly J,Klapproth JF,Gertel A,Hall G,Jones AH,Laing S,Lang T,Langdon-Neuner E,Wager L,Whittington R,European Medical Writers Association's Ghostwriting Task Force.

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The objective of this study is to provide a comprehensive estimate of the cost of ADHD by consider ing the healthcare and work loss costs of persons with ADHD, as well as those costs imposed on their family members. METHODS:Excess per capita healthcare (medical and prescription drug) and work loss (disabilit...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Birnbaum HG,Kessler RC,Lowe SW,Secnik K,Greenberg PE,Leong SA,Swensen AR

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare hypoglycemia event rates in patients initiated on long-acting insulin analog (glargine) or intermediate-acting insulin (NPH) and to analyze the associated cost-consequence from a managed care perspective. STUDY DESIGN:A retrospective analysis of pharmacy and medical claims and electronic laborator...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Bullano MF,Al-Zakwani IS,Fisher MD,Menditto L,Willey VJ

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atypical antipsychotics are commonly used off-label to treat behavioural and psychiatric symptoms in dementia (BPSD), particularly in elderly care homes. Much of this use is inappropriate, and trials have shown an increased likelihood of serious cerebrovascular adverse events (CVAEs) such as stroke and transient ische...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Bullock R

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Omega-3 fatty acids from fish and fish oils can protect against coronary heart disease (CHD), which is still the most common cause of death in the Western economies. Evidence from epidemiological and case cohort studies indicate that consumpton of fatty fish and omega-3 fatty acids reduces the risk of cardio...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Harrison N,Abhyankar B

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Zolmitriptan has been developed in an orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) formulation that rapidly dissolves on the tongue and can be taken quickly, conveniently and discreetly without fluid intake. In this 3-month, non-comparative, observational, post-marketing surveillance (PMS) study, 5,570 physicians prescribed the...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Diener HC,Gendolla A

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anaemia is an important factor in the fatigue experienced by many patients receiving chemotherapy. A recent large-scale, randomised, placebo-controlled trial has shown that treatment with epoetin alfa raises haemoglobin levels, reduces fatigue and improves overall quality of life (QoL). In order to examine the relatio...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors：

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sufficient time and effective communication are the main requirements in an ideal asthma consultation. One way of using limited time effectively is for patients to be offered more information prior to the consultation. Physician-patient communication during the consultation may be improved by patients receiving, in ad...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Partridge MR

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review clinical trial evidence supporting treatment of patients to a near-normal HbA(1c) target level and outline therapeutic strategies that optimize glycemic control. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:The current MEDLINE database and bibliographies were searched for literature relevant to diabetic complicatio...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Davidson JA

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Allergic rhinitis (AR) can have substantial negative impact on children. Most notably, it can impede learning during the school-age years. Other consequences include adverse behavioral and psychosocial effects, poor quality of life, and potential impact on serious comorbidities, such as asthma. CONSENSUS PA...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Blaiss MS,Allergic Rhinitis in Schoolchildren Consensus Group.

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Optimal management of hypertension has been shown to reduce the risk of stroke. In recent years, newer classes of antihypertensive such as the angiotensin II (Ang II) antagonists have become available. Results from the Losartan Intervention for Endpoint reduction in hypertension (LIFE) study suggest the utility of thi...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Ferrario CM

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of rosuvastatin in postmenopausal women with hypercholesterolemia who are receiving hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. METHODS:After a 6-week dietary lead-in period, 135 postmenopausal women who had been taking a stab...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Shepherd J,Packard C,Littlejohn TW 3rd,Walker J,Stein EA,Smith K,Kallend D,Blasetto JW

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper represents a review, by experts, of current opinion and information on intermittent claudication (IC) and the role that cilostazol plays in its treatment. IC is a common and debilitating condition that has a significant adverse impact on health-related quality of life (HR-QoL). It is currently under-recogni...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Barnett AH,Bradbury AW,Brittenden J,Crichton B,Donnelly R,Homer-Vanniasinkam S,Mikhailidis DP,Stansby G

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To compare the efficacy and safety of the concomitant administration of travoprost 0.004% once daily and brinzolamide 0.1% twice daily with those of a fixed combination of latanoprost 0.005%/timolol 0.5% once daily. RESEARCH, DESIGN AND METHODS:Forty-four patients with primary open-angle glaucoma or ocular hyp...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Martinez-de-la-Casa JM,Castillo A,Garcia-Feijoo J,Mendez-Hernandez C,Fernandez-Vidal A,Garcia-Sanchez J

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate effectiveness and safety information of transdermal fentanyl (TDF) (Duragesic/Durogesic) and sustained-release oral morphine (SRM) in cancer pain (CP) and chronic non-cancer pain (NCP), a pooled analysis was conducted on datasets of published, open label, uncontrolled (no comparator group) and rando...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Clark AJ,Ahmedzai SH,Allan LG,Camacho F,Horbay GL,Richarz U,Simpson K

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Anemia is a complication of chronic kidney disease and may contribute to adverse clinical outcomes. Early identification and treatment of anemia may improve cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. No large-scale population data are available specifically for patients with chronic kidney disease regarding prev...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： McClellan W,Aronoff SL,Bolton WK,Hood S,Lorber DL,Tang KL,Tse TF,Wasserman B,Leiserowitz M

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the efficacy and safety of ciprofloxacin 0.3%/dexamethasone 0.1% (CIP/DEX) otic suspension with that of neomycin 0.35%/polymyxin B 10,000 IU/mL/hydrocortisone 1.0% (N/P/H) otic suspension in patients with acute otitis externa (AOE). STUDY DESIGN:Randomized, observer-masked, parallel-group, multic...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Roland PS,Pien FD,Schultz CC,Henry DC,Conroy PJ,Wall GM,Garadi R,Dupre SJ,Potts SL,Hogg LG,Stroman DW,Ciprodex Otic AOE Study Group.

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oxaprozin (4,5-diphenyl-2-oxazolepropionic acid) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is effective in models of inflammation, pain and pyrexia. It is effective and well tolerated in the clinical management of adult rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis (OA), ankylosing spondylitis, soft tissue d...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Kean WF

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the extent to which raloxifene can maintain low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels below 160 mg/dL or reduce elevated LDL-C levels to below lipid-lowering goals in postmenopausal women. PATIENTS AND METHODS:The Multiple Outcomes of Raloxifene Evaluation (MORE) osteoporosis treatment ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Cox DA,Sarkar S,Harper K,Barrett-Connor E

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The GRASP (Global Research on Attitudes about hypertension and Stroke Prevention) survey, conducted in 11 countries and involving 825 physicians, was designed to investigate physician perceptions and priorities in the treatment of hypertension and influences on choice of antihypertensive therapy. The prevention of str...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Volpe M,Machado E

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study was designed to assess the safety of 25- and 50-mg dosage strengths of zonisamide for initial titration in patients with epilepsy. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:This phase 3, multicenter, open-label, uncontrolled study conducted at 26 study sites in the United States included male and female patient...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Uthman BM,Miller GS,Montouris G,James SP,Anthony S,Zonisamide 501 Study Group.

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the analgesic efficacy and safety of oxymorphone extended release (ER) and oxycodone controlled release (CR) in patients with moderate to severe cancer pain. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:This randomized, multicenter, double-blind, 2-period crossover study included adult outpatients (>or= 18 years o...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Gabrail NY,Dvergsten C,Ahdieh H

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We recently reported the efficacy of rofecoxib in two randomized controlled trials in chronic low back pain (CLBP). The objectives of this report are to present data regarding the onset of efficacy of rofecoxib from these trials and propose methods for reporting onset. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:Patients we...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Katz N,Rodgers DB,Krupa D,Reicin A

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The primary objective of the study was to compare the percentage of men with mean serum total T (C(ave(0-24))) within normal range during the 24-h pharmacokinetic (PK) sampling period on Days 14 and 15. METHODS:Treatment with a new testosterone (T) buccal system, (Striant), 30 mg twice daily was compared to ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Dobs AS,Matsumoto AM,Wang C,Kipnes MS

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To demonstrate the equivalent efficacy of temazepam 7.5 mg and temazepam 15 mg for the treatment of transient insomnia. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:This was a double-blind, parallel group, multicenter study. Healthy male and female subjects with previous but not current complaints of transient insomnia were ...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Erman MK,Loewy D,Scharf MB

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare the effectiveness of antiresorptive agents in reducing the risk of vertebral and non-vertebral fractures using data from published meta-analyses and the technique of adjusted indirect comparisons. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:Pairs of agents were compared by adjusted indirect comparison of 0.56 [0....

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Wehren LE,Hosking D,Hochberg MC

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The validity of opinions expressed in questionnaire surveys diminishes with lower response rates. Recent research suggests that general practitioners (GPs) are more likely to respond to questionnaire surveys if they are motivated to do so because the subject of the survey is perceived as relevant to the prac...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Jiwa M,Coker AE,Bagley J,Freeman J,Coleman M

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:Stroke is a major cause of disability. Certain experimental studies have suggested that a combination of almitrine + raubasine (Duxil) increases the supply of oxygen to cerebral tissues and may be beneficial in post-stroke rehabilitation. This multicentre clinical study was carried out in orde...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Li S,Long J,Ma Z,Xu Z,Li J,Zhang Z

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lowering cholesterol levels is a primary approach for reducing the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), yet patients rarely achieve the lipid targets recommended by international guidelines. Although high rates of compliance and achievement of lipid targets have been reported in clinical trials, this situation is inf...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Riesen WF,Darioli R,Noll G

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To conduct a preliminary evaluation of a new oral formulation of controlled-release (CR) oxybutynin tablet taken once-daily in patients with urinary urge incontinence. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:A single-centre, open-label, 8-week study was conducted. Patients with urodynamically-confirmed detrusor instabil...

journal_title：Current medical research and opinion

authors： Radomski SB,Caley B,Reiz JL,Miceli PC,Harsanyi Z,Darke AC

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00