abstract：BACKGROUND:Modern clinical-research practice favors placebo controls over usual-care controls whenever a credible placebo exists. An unrecognized consequence of this preference is that clinicians are more limited in their ability to provide the benefits of the non-specific healing effects of placebos in clinical practi...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Avins AL,Cherkin DC,Sherman KJ,Goldberg H,Pressman A

更新日期：2012-04-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Incisional hernia is a frequent complication in abdominal surgery. This article describes the development of a prospective randomized clinical trial designed to determine whether watchful waiting is an acceptable alternative to surgical repair for patients with oligosymptomatic incisional hernia. METHODS/DE...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Lauscher JC,Martus P,Stroux A,Neudecker J,Behrens U,Hammerich R,Buhr HJ,Ritz JP

更新日期：2012-02-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Asthma is a prevalent and costly disease resulting in reduced quality of life for a large proportion of individuals. Effective patient self-management is critical for improving health outcomes. However, key aspects of self-management such as self-monitoring of behaviours and symptoms, coupled with regular fe...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Ahmed S,Bartlett SJ,Ernst P,Paré G,Kanter M,Perreault R,Grad R,Taylor L,Tamblyn R

更新日期：2011-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Randomised controlled trials are being increasingly used to evaluate new surgical interventions. There are a number of problematic methodological issues specific to surgical trials, the most important being identifying whether patients are eligible for recruitment into the trial. This is in part due to the d...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Parsons NR,Kulikov Y,Girling A,Griffin D

更新日期：2011-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a need for improvement of information provision and post-treatment care for cancer survivors. A Survivorship Care Plan (SCP) is recommended by the American Institute of Medicine and the Dutch Health Council, which is a summary of patients' course of treatment as a formal document, and includes recom...

journal_title：Trials

authors： van de Poll-Franse LV,Nicolaije KA,Vos MC,Pijnenborg JM,Boll D,Husson O,Ezendam NP,Boss EA,Hermans RH,Engelhart KC,Haartsen JE,Pijlman BM,Feijen HW,Mertens HJ,Nolting WE,van Beek JJ,Roukema JA,Kruitwagen RF

更新日期：2011-12-05 00:00:00

abstract：:International calls for registering all trials involving humans and for sharing the results, and sometimes also the raw data and the trial protocols, have increased in recent years. Such calls have come, for example, from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the World Health Organization (...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Gøtzsche PC

更新日期：2011-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Parkinson's Disease is a degenerative neurological condition that causes movement problems and other distressing symptoms. People with Parkinson's disease gradually lose their independence and strain is placed on family members. A multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation for people with Parkinson's is re...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Gage H,Ting S,Williams P,Bryan K,Kaye J,Castleton B,Trend P,Wade D

更新日期：2011-11-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypertension is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, and the prevalence of hypertension tends to increase with age. Current treatments for hypertension have side effects and poor adherence. Qigong has been studied as an alternative therapy for hypertension; however, the types of qigong used in those stu...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Park JE,Liu Y,Park T,Hong S,Kim JE,Kim TH,Kim AR,Jung SY,Park H,Choi SM

更新日期：2011-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, arterial conduits are preferred because of more favourable long-term patency and outcome. Anyway the greater saphenous vein continues to be the most commonly used bypass conduit. Minimally invasive endoscopic saphenous vein harvesting is increasingly being investig...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Campanella A,Bergamasco L,Macri L,Asioli S,Devotini R,Scipioni S,Barbaro S,Rispoli P,Rinaldi M

更新日期：2011-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression accounts for the greatest burden of disease among all mental health problems, and is expected to become the second-highest amongst all general health problems by 2020. By the age of 75, 1 in 7 older people meet formal diagnostic criteria for depression. Efforts to ameliorate the burden of illness ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Mitchell N,Hewitt C,Adamson J,Parrott S,Torgerson D,Ekers D,Holmes J,Lester H,McMillan D,Richards D,Spilsbury K,Godfrey C,Gilbody S

更新日期：2011-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low back pain (LBP) is a major health problem in modern society, with 70-85% of the population experiencing LBP at some time in their lives. Each year, 5-10% of the workforce misses work due to LBP, most for less than 7 days. Almost 10% of all patients are at risk of developing chronic pain and disability. L...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Buselli P,Bosoni R,Busè G,Fasoli P,La Scala E,Mazzolari R,Zanetti F,Messina S

更新日期：2011-10-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), large between-centre differences in outcome exist and many clinicians believe that such differences influence estimation of the treatment effect in randomized controlled trial (RCTs). The aim of this study was to assess the influence of between-centre differences in outcome o...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Lingsma HF,Roozenbeek B,Perel P,Roberts I,Maas AI,Steyerberg EW

更新日期：2011-08-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Impairment in social functioning is a key component of personality disorder. Therefore psycho-education and problem solving (PEPS) therapy may benefit people with this disorder. Psycho-education aims to educate, build rapport, and motivate people for problem solving therapy. Problem solving therapy aims to h...

journal_title：Trials

authors： McMurran M,Crawford MJ,Reilly JG,McCrone P,Moran P,Williams H,Adams CE,Duggan C,Delport J,Whitham D,Day F

更新日期：2011-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Despite favourable results from past meta-analyses, some recent large trials have not found heart failure (HF) disease management programs to be beneficial. To explore reasons for this, we evaluated evidence from existing meta-analyses. METHODS:Systematic review incorporating meta-review was used. We select...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Savard LA,Thompson DR,Clark AM

更新日期：2011-08-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depressive and anxiety disorders are common in general practice but not always treated adequately. Introducing stepped care might improve this. In this randomized trial we examined the effectiveness of such a stepped care model. METHODS:The study population consisted of primary care attendees aged 18-65 yea...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Seekles W,van Straten A,Beekman A,van Marwijk H,Cuijpers P

更新日期：2011-07-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The serious mental illness Health Improvement Profile [HIP] is a brief pragmatic tool, which enables mental health nurses to work together with patients to screen physical health and take evidence-based action when variables are identified to be at risk. Piloting has demonstrated clinical utility and accepta...

journal_title：Trials

authors： White J,Gray RJ,Swift L,Barton GR,Jones M

更新日期：2011-07-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Switzerland, skin cancer is one of the most common neoplasms. Melanoma is the most aggressive one and can be lethal if not detected and removed on time. Nonmelanoma skin cancer is more frequent as melanoma; it is seldom lethal but can disfigure patients in advanced stages. General practitioners (GPs) are ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Badertscher N,Rosemann T,Tandjung R,Braun RP

更新日期：2011-06-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psychodynamic psychotherapy is frequently applied in the treatment of social phobia. Nevertheless, there has been a lack of studies on the transfer of manualized treatments to routine psychodynamic practice. Our study is the first one to examine the effects of additional training in a manualized Short Term P...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Wiltink J,Ruckes C,Haselbacher A,Canterino M,Leichsenring F,Joraschky P,Leweke F,Pöhlmann K,Beutel ME

更新日期：2011-06-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Delirium prevalence in the intensive care unit (ICU) is high. Numerous psychotropic agents are used to manage delirium in the ICU with limited data regarding their efficacy or harms. METHODS/DESIGN:This is a randomized controlled trial of 428 patients aged 18 and older suffering from delirium and admitted t...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Campbell NL,Khan BA,Farber M,Campbell T,Perkins AJ,Hui SL,Abernathy G,Buckley J,Sing R,Tricker J,Zawahiri M,Boustani MA

更新日期：2011-06-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, who present to hospital after intentionally harming themselves, do so at a higher rate than non-Maori. There have been no previous treatment trials in Maori who self harm and previous reviews of interventions in other populations have been inconclusive as existing...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Hatcher S,Coupe N,Durie M,Elder H,Tapsell R,Wikiriwhi K,Parag V

更新日期：2011-05-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Delirium is a state of confusion characterized by an acute and fluctuating decline in cognitive functioning. Delirium is common and deadly in older adults with dementia, and is often referred to as delirium superimposed on dementia, or DSD. Interventions that treat DSD are not well-developed because the mech...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Kolanowski AM,Fick DM,Litaker MS,Clare L,Leslie D,Boustani M

更新日期：2011-05-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression occurs in up to 50% of patients after stroke and limits rehabilitation and recovery. Mood disorders are also highly prevalent in carers; their mental health intertwined with the physical and mental wellbeing of the person they are caring for. We argue that working with families, rather than patien...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Gray RJ,Myint PK,Elender F,Barton G,Pfeil M,Price G,Wyatt N,Ravenhill G,Thomas E,Jagger J,Hursey A,Waterfield K,Hardy S

更新日期：2011-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prospective meta-analysis (PMA) is a collaborative research design in which individual sites perform randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and pool the data for meta-analysis. Members of the PMA collaboration agree upon specific research interventions and outcome measures, ideally before initiation but at leas...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Turok DK,Espey E,Edelman AB,Lotke PS,Lathrop EH,Teal SB,Jacobson JC,Simonsen SE,Schulz KF

更新日期：2011-04-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The ACTION study (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Controlled Trial Investigation Of a Non-stimulant) is a multi-center, double-blind, randomized cross-over trial of the non-stimulant medication, Atomoxetine, in children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The primar...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Tsang TW,Kohn MR,Hermens DF,Clarke SD,Clark CR,Efron D,Cranswick N,Lamb C,Williams LM

更新日期：2011-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The effect of pregabalin on acute herpes zoster pain has not been previously evaluated. METHODS:In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, two-session crossover study the effect of a single oral dose of pregabalin (150 mg) on pain and allodynia was evaluated in 8 subjects with herpes zoster. RESULT...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Jensen-Dahm C,Rowbotham MC,Reda H,Petersen KL

更新日期：2011-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clavicle fractures account for around 4% of all fractures and up to 44% of fractures of the shoulder girdle. Fractures of the middle third (or mid-shaft) account for approximately 80% of all clavicle fractures. Management of this group of fractures is often challenging and the outcome can be unsatisfactory. ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Longo UG,Banerjee S,Barber J,Chambler A,Cobiella C,Corbett S,Crowther M,Drew S,Francis A,Lee M,Garlick N,Packham I,Pearse Y,Richards A,Roberts C,Tennent D,Tims E,Ahrens PM

更新日期：2011-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Previous interventions to increase physical activity and reduce cardiovascular risk factors have been targeted at individuals with established disease; less attention has been given to intervention among individuals with high risk for disease nor has there been determination of the influence of setting in wh...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Petrella RJ,Aizawa K,Shoemaker K,Overend T,Piche L,Marin M,Shapiro S,Atkin S

更新日期：2011-02-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low therapeutic adherence to medication is very common. Clinical effectiveness is related to dose rate and route of administration and so poor therapeutic adherence can reduce the clinical benefit of treatment. The therapeutic adherence of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is extreme...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Barnestein-Fonseca P,Leiva-Fernández J,Vidal-España F,García-Ruiz A,Prados-Torres D,Leiva-Fernández F

更新日期：2011-02-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common disease, associated with cardiovascular disease. Many patients use (long-acting) bronchodilators, whilst they continue smoking alongside. We hypothesised an interaction between bronchodilators and smoking that enhances smoke exposure, and hence cardiov...

journal_title：Trials

authors： van Dijk WD,Scheepers PT,Cremers R,Lenders JW,Klerx W,van Weel C,Schermer TR,Heijdra Y

更新日期：2011-02-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression is common in residents of Residential and Nursing homes (RNHs). It is usually undetected and often undertreated. Depression is associated with poor outcomes including increased morbidity and mortality. Exercise has potential to improve depression, and has been shown in existing trials to improve o...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Underwood M,Eldridge S,Lamb S,Potter R,Sheehan B,Slowther AM,Taylor S,Thorogood M,Weich S

更新日期：2011-02-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sub-threshold depression is common, impairs functioning, and increases the risk of developing major depression. Although psychological treatments have been investigated for sub-threshold depression, they are costly. A less costly alternative could be an educational health promotion campaign about effective s...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Morgan AJ,Jorm AF,Mackinnon AJ

更新日期：2011-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a large treatment gap with few community services for people with schizophrenia in low income countries largely due to the shortage of specialist mental healthcare human resources. Community based rehabilitation (CBR), involving lay health workers, has been shown to be feasible, acceptable and more ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Chatterjee S,Leese M,Koschorke M,McCrone P,Naik S,John S,Dabholkar H,Goldsmith K,Balaji M,Varghese M,Thara R,Patel V,Thornicroft G,COmmunity care for People with Schizophrenia in India (COPSI) group.

更新日期：2011-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is a serious clinical problem associated with increased morbidity and mortality, particularly in patients with chronic renal insufficiency. Although some agents including hydration with saline are being prescribed to prevent renal deterioration in these high risk patients, ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Park K,Chung WY,Seo JB,Kim SH,Zo JH,Kim MA,Park YB

更新日期：2010-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Haemostasis in liver surgery remains a challenge despite improved resection techniques. Oozing from blood vessels too small to be ligated necessitate a treatment with haemostats in order to prevent complications attributed to bleeding. There is good evidence from randomised trials for the efficacy of fibrin ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Moench C,Bechstein WO,Hermanutz V,Hoexter G,Knaebel HP

更新日期：2010-11-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypothyroidism is a prevalent endocrine condition. Individuals with this disease are commonly managed through supplementation with synthetic thyroid hormone, with the aim of alleviating symptoms and restoring normal thyroid stimulating hormone levels. Generally this management strategy is effective and well ...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Brown BT,Bonello R,Pollard H,Graham P

更新日期：2010-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This paper presents the study protocol for a pragmatic randomised controlled trial to evaluate the impact of a school based program developed to prevent teenage pregnancy. The program includes students taking care of an Infant Simulator; despite growing popularity and an increasing global presence of such pr...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Brinkman SA,Johnson SE,Lawrence D,Codde JP,Hart MB,Straton JA,Silburn S

更新日期：2010-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Depression and bipolar disorder are associated with reduced neural plasticity and deficits in memory, attention and executive function. Drug treatments for these affective disorders have insufficient clinical effects in a large group and fail to reverse cognitive deficits. There is thus a need for more effec...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Miskowiak KW,Vinberg M,Harmer CJ,Ehrenreich H,Knudsen GM,Macoveanu J,Hansen AR,Paulson OB,Siebner HR,Kessing LV

更新日期：2010-10-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of clinical trials of acupuncture is to help clinicians and patients make decisions about treatment. Yet this is not straightforward: some trials report acupuncture to be superior to sham (placebo) acupuncture while others show evidence that acupuncture is superior to usual care but not sham, and...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Vickers AJ,Cronin AM,Maschino AC,Lewith G,Macpherson H,Victor N,Sherman KJ,Witt C,Linde K,Acupuncture Trialists' Collaboration.

更新日期：2010-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Quality of residential care for people with severe dementia is in urgent need of improvement. One reason for this may be the assumption that people with severe dementia are unaware of what is happening to them. However, there is converging evidence to suggest that global assumptions of unawareness are inappr...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Clare L,Woods RT,Whitaker R,Wilson BA,Downs M

更新日期：2010-06-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tackling neonatal mortality is essential for the achievement of the child survival millennium development goal. There are just under 4 million neonatal deaths, accounting for 38% of the 10.8 million deaths among children younger than 5 years of age taking place each year; 99% of these occur in low- and middl...

journal_title：Trials

authors： Kirkwood BR,Manu A,Tawiah-Agyemang C,ten Asbroek G,Gyan T,Weobong B,Lewandowski RE,Soremekun S,Danso S,Pitt C,Hanson K,Owusu-Agyei S,Hill Z

更新日期：2010-05-17 00:00:00