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Review Article
Examining hemodialyzer membrane performance using proteomic technologies
Mario Bonomini, Luisa Pieroni, Lorenzo Di Liberato, Vittorio Sirolli & Andrea Urbani
Pages: 1-9
Published online: 18 Dec 2017
AbstractforExamining hemodialyzer membrane performance using proteomic technologies | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Letter
Regarding the descemetorhexis for anterior synechiolysis prior to endothelial keratoplasty
Sang Beom Han
Pages: 11-13
Published online: 19 Dec 2017
First Page PreviewforRegarding the descemetorhexis for anterior synechiolysis prior to endothelial keratoplasty | Full Text | References | PDF (210.8 KB)
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European perspective on the management of rheumatoid arthritis: clinical utility of tofacitinib
Paweł Kawalec, Katarzyna Śladowska, Iwona Malinowska-Lipień, Tomasz Brzostek & Maria Kózka
Pages: 15-29
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforEuropean perspective on the management of rheumatoid arthritis: clinical utility of tofacitinib | Full Text | References | PDF (375.1 KB)
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Selection of piperacillin/tazobactam infusion mode guided by SOFA score in cancer patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia: a randomized controlled study
Yang Lyu, Yang Yang, Xin Li, Min Peng, Xin He, Peng Zhang, Shangwen Dong, Wanhua Wang & Donghao Wang
Pages: 31-37
Published online: 21 Dec 2017
AbstractforSelection of piperacillin/tazobactam infusion mode guided by SOFA score in cancer patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia: a randomized controlled study | Full Text | References | PDF (813.3 KB)
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Achalasia following reflux disease: coincidence, consequence, or accommodation? An experience-based literature review
András Vereczkei, Laura Bognár, András Papp & Örs Péter Horváth
Pages: 39-45
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAchalasia following reflux disease: coincidence, consequence, or accommodation? An experience-based literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (913.8 KB)
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Case Report
Exploring the effect of chidamide on blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm: a case report and literature review
Shunan Wang, Wei Guo, Xin Wan, Yongliang Teng, Xiaoge Zhou & Ou Bai
Pages: 47-51
Published online: 03 Jan 2018
AbstractforExploring the effect of chidamide on blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm: a case report and literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Validation of Open-Heart Intraoperative Risk score to predict a prolonged intensive care unit stay for adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass
Sirirat Tribuddharat, Thepakorn Sathitkarnmanee, Kriangsak Ngamsaengsirisup & Chawalit Wongbuddha
Pages: 53-57
Published online: 03 Jan 2018
AbstractforValidation of Open-Heart Intraoperative Risk score to predict a prolonged intensive care unit stay for adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass | Full Text | References | PDF (753.4 KB)
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Initial peri- and postoperative antibiotic treatment of infected nonunions: results from 212 consecutive patients after mean follow-up of 34 months
Lars Helbig, Maren Bechberger, Riyadh Aldeeri, Adriana Ivanova, Patrick Haubruck, Matthias Miska, Gerhard Schmidmaier & Georg W Omlor
Pages: 59-67
Published online: 04 Jan 2018
AbstractforInitial peri- and postoperative antibiotic treatment of infected nonunions: results from 212 consecutive patients after mean follow-up of 34 months | Full Text | References | PDF (1.9 MB)
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Predictors of surgical outcomes after in situ ulnar nerve decompression for cubital tunnel syndrome
Lingde Kong, Jiangbo Bai, Kunlun Yu, Bing Zhang, Jichun Zhang & Dehu Tian
Pages: 69-74
Published online: 04 Jan 2018
AbstractforPredictors of surgical outcomes after in situ ulnar nerve decompression for cubital tunnel syndrome | Full Text | References | PDF (260 KB)
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Raised serum uric acid is associated with higher bone mineral density in a cross-sectional study of a healthy Indian population
Neelam Kaushal, Divya Vohora, Rajinder K Jalali & Sujeet Jha
Pages: 75-82
Published online: 05 Jan 2018
AbstractforRaised serum uric acid is associated with higher bone mineral density in a cross-sectional study of a healthy Indian population | Full Text | References | PDF (364 KB)
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Review Article
Evaluation of pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, efficacy, and safety data of low-dose ticagrelor versus standard dose in East Asians: a systematic review
Yun Jeong Lee, Hyewon Kim, Jiyeon Choi, Bo Hee Lee & Seok-Yong Lee
Pages: 83-93
Published online: 08 Jan 2018
AbstractforEvaluation of pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, efficacy, and safety data of low-dose ticagrelor versus standard dose in East Asians: a systematic review | Full Text | References | PDF (399.8 KB)
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Circulating vitamin D concentration and risk of prostate cancer: a dose–response meta-analysis of prospective studies
Jialin Gao, Wei Wei, Gang Wang, Honglan Zhou, Yaowen Fu & Nian Liu
Pages: 95-104
Published online: 09 Jan 2018
AbstractforCirculating vitamin D concentration and risk of prostate cancer: a dose–response meta-analysis of prospective studies | Full Text | References | PDF (846.8 KB)
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Update on subcutaneous methotrexate for inflammatory arthritis and psoriasis
Gino Antonio Vena, Nicoletta Cassano & Florenzo Iannone
Pages: 105-116
Published online: 09 Jan 2018
AbstractforUpdate on subcutaneous methotrexate for inflammatory arthritis and psoriasis | Full Text | References | PDF (371.2 KB)
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Case Report
Acute pulmonary embolism in a patient with cesarean scar pregnancy after receiving uterine artery embolization: a case report
Jian Qiu, Yunfeng Fu, Xiaohong Huang, Longwen Shu, Jiewei Xu & Weiguo Lu
Pages: 117-120
Published online: 10 Jan 2018
AbstractforAcute pulmonary embolism in a patient with cesarean scar pregnancy after receiving uterine artery embolization: a case report | Full Text | References | PDF (2.9 MB)
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Impact of depression on change in coronary heart disease risk status: the Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study (KoGES)
Ha Young Jang, Yun-Kyoung Song, Jae Hyun Kim, Myeong Gyu Kim, Nayoung Han, Hae-Young Lee, In-Wha Kim & Jung Mi Oh
Pages: 121-128
Published online: 10 Jan 2018
AbstractforImpact of depression on change in coronary heart disease risk status: the Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study (KoGES) | Full Text | References | PDF (845.5 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Ticagrelor – toward more efficient platelet inhibition and beyond
Michał J Kubisa, Mateusz P Jezewski, Aleksandra Gasecka, Jolanta M Siller-Matula & Marek Postuła
Pages: 129-140
Published online: 17 Jan 2018
AbstractforTicagrelor – toward more efficient platelet inhibition and beyond | Full Text | References | PDF (845.1 KB)
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Case Report
Metastatic leiomyosarcoma presenting as a lung mass with left atrial extension: case report and anesthetic management
Yinyin Qu, Qing Zheng, Cheng Ni, Zhongqi Cui & Xiangyang Guo
Pages: 141-147
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforMetastatic leiomyosarcoma presenting as a lung mass with left atrial extension: case report and anesthetic management | Full Text | References | PDF (3.1 MB)
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Two mutations in the thiazide-sensitive NaCl co-transporter gene in a Romanian Gitelman syndrome patient: case report
Cristina Gug, Adelina Mihaescu & Ioana Mozos
Pages: 149-155
Published online: 22 Jan 2018
AbstractforTwo mutations in the thiazide-sensitive NaCl co-transporter gene in a Romanian Gitelman syndrome patient: case report | Full Text | References | PDF (520.7 KB)
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Increased risk of venous thromboembolism associated with polymyositis and dermatomyositis: a meta-analysis
Yanqing Li, Peihong Wang, Lei Li, Fei Wang & Yuxiu Liu
Pages: 157-165
Published online: 23 Jan 2018
AbstractforIncreased risk of venous thromboembolism associated with polymyositis and dermatomyositis: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Biological therapy of traditional therapy-resistant adult-onset Still’s disease: an evidence-based review
Sha Zhou, Jianjun Qiao, Juan Bai, Yinhua Wu & Hong Fang
Pages: 167-171
Published online: 24 Jan 2018
AbstractforBiological therapy of traditional therapy-resistant adult-onset Still’s disease: an evidence-based review | Full Text | References | PDF (294.9 KB)
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Incidence of traumatic carotid and vertebral artery dissections: results of cervical vessel computed tomography angiogram as a mandatory scan component in severely injured patients
Andreas Schicho, Lukas Luerken, Ramona Meier, Antonio Ernstberger, Christian Stroszczynski, Andreas Schreyer, Lena-Marie Dendl & Stephan Schleder
Pages: 173-178
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforIncidence of traumatic carotid and vertebral artery dissections: results of cervical vessel computed tomography angiogram as a mandatory scan component in severely injured patients | Full Text | References | PDF (2.2 MB)
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The role of miRNAs in the diagnosis, chemoresistance, and prognosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
Le Ren & Yue Yu
Pages: 179-187
Published online: 25 Jan 2018
AbstractforThe role of miRNAs in the diagnosis, chemoresistance, and prognosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma | Full Text | References | PDF (401.9 KB)
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Prediction of emergence agitation using withdrawal reaction following rocuronium injection in preschool-aged patients undergoing inguinal herniorrhaphy: a preliminary exploratory observational trial
Dae Hee Kim, Go Un Roh, Young Bok Lee, Chang Ik Choi, Jae Moon Lee & Yun Jeong Chae
Pages: 189-194
Published online: 26 Jan 2018
AbstractforPrediction of emergence agitation using withdrawal reaction following rocuronium injection in preschool-aged patients undergoing inguinal herniorrhaphy: a preliminary exploratory observational trial | Full Text | References | PDF (394.4 KB)
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Off-label prescriptions in intensive care unit: the Chinese experience
Lin Liu
Pages: 195-202
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforOff-label prescriptions in intensive care unit: the Chinese experience | Full Text | References | PDF (497.8 KB)
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Review Article
New horizons in surgical treatment of ground-glass nodules of the lung: experience and controversies
Donglai Chen, Chenyang Dai, Xiermaimaiti Kadeer, Rui Mao, Yongbing Chen & Chang Chen
Pages: 203-211
Published online: 31 Jan 2018
AbstractforNew horizons in surgical treatment of ground-glass nodules of the lung: experience and controversies | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Clinical predictive score of intracranial hemorrhage in mild traumatic brain injury
Chaiyaporn Yuksen, Yuwares Sittichanbuncha, Jayanton Patumanond, Sombat Muengtaweepongsa & Kittisak Sawanyawisuth
Pages: 213-218
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforClinical predictive score of intracranial hemorrhage in mild traumatic brain injury | Full Text | References | PDF (668.3 KB)
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Percutaneous autologous bone marrow transplantation for the treatment of delayed union of limb bone in children
Jun Wu, Hongxi Guo, Xing Liu, Ming Li, Yujiang Cao, Xiangyang Qu, Hai Zhou & Liuqi Weng
Pages: 219-224
Published online: 02 Feb 2018
AbstractforPercutaneous autologous bone marrow transplantation for the treatment of delayed union of limb bone in children | Full Text | References | PDF (767.4 KB)
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Case Report
Methionine adenosyltransferase I/III deficiency: beyond the central nervous system manifestations
Marwan Nashabat, Sultan Al-Khenaizan & Majid Alfadhel
Pages: 225-229
Published online: 02 Feb 2018
AbstractforMethionine adenosyltransferase I/III deficiency: beyond the central nervous system manifestations | Full Text | References | PDF (533.9 KB)
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Positive correlation of the serum angiopoietin-like protein 3 levels with the aortic augmentation index in patients with coronary artery disease
Yu-Shan Fu, Ji-Hung Wang, Chung-Jen Lee & Bang-Gee Hsu
Pages: 231-236
Published online: 05 Feb 2018
AbstractforPositive correlation of the serum angiopoietin-like protein 3 levels with the aortic augmentation index in patients with coronary artery disease | Full Text | References | PDF (315.1 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Mitochondrial genome variability: the effect on cellular functional activity
Aleksandrina S Volobueva, Alexandra A Melnichenko, Andrey V Grechko & Alexander N Orekhov
Pages: 237-245
Published online: 09 Feb 2018
AbstractforMitochondrial genome variability: the effect on cellular functional activity | Full Text | References | PDF (290.5 KB)
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Dietary black-grained wheat intake improves glycemic control and inflammatory profile in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial
Yanping Liu, Ju Qiu, Yanfen Yue, Kang Li & Guixing Ren
Pages: 247-256
Published online: 12 Feb 2018
AbstractforDietary black-grained wheat intake improves glycemic control and inflammatory profile in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial | Full Text | References | PDF (409.4 KB)
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Chronic dialysis patients with infectious spondylodiscitis have poorer outcomes than non-dialysis populations
George Kuo, Wei-Chiao Sun, Yueh-An Lu, Chao-Yu Chen, Huang-Kai Kao, Yu Lin Jr, Yung-Chang Chen, Cheng-Chieh Hung, Ya-Chung Tian & Hsiang-Hao Hsu
Pages: 257-263
Published online: 13 Feb 2018
AbstractforChronic dialysis patients with infectious spondylodiscitis have poorer outcomes than non-dialysis populations | Full Text | References | PDF (456.1 KB)
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Red blood cell distribution width and the risk of being in poor glycemic control among patients with established type 2 diabetes
Yaqi Yin, Sisi Ye, Haibin Wang, Bing Li, Anping Wang, Wenhua Yan, Jingtao Dou & Yiming Mu
Pages: 265-273
Published online: 14 Feb 2018
AbstractforRed blood cell distribution width and the risk of being in poor glycemic control among patients with established type 2 diabetes | Full Text | References | PDF (422.7 KB)
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Insulin treatment reverses the increase in atrogin-1 expression in atrophied skeletal muscles of diabetic rats with acute joint inflammation
Clara Maria Pinheiro-Dardis, Vânia Ortega Gutierres, Renata Pires Assis, Sabrina Messa Peviani, Gabriel Borges Delfino, João Luiz Quagliotti Durigan, Tania de Fátima Salvini, Amanda Martins Baviera & Iguatemy Lourenço Brunetti
Pages: 275-286
Published online: 14 Feb 2018
AbstractforInsulin treatment reverses the increase in atrogin-1 expression in atrophied skeletal muscles of diabetic rats with acute joint inflammation | Full Text | References | PDF (2.3 MB)
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Intraoperative dexmedetomidine attenuates postoperative systemic inflammatory response syndrome in patients who underwent percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a retrospective cohort study
Fang Tan, Xiaoliang Gan, Yingqing Deng, Xiaoyun Li, Na Guo, Ziqing Hei, Qianqian Zhu, Zhuang-Gui Chen & Shaoli Zhou
Pages: 287-293
Published online: 14 Feb 2018
AbstractforIntraoperative dexmedetomidine attenuates postoperative systemic inflammatory response syndrome in patients who underwent percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a retrospective cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (533.6 KB)
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Review

Review Article
New developments in the management of head and neck cancer – impact of pembrolizumab
Khalil Saleh, Roland Eid, Fady GH Haddad, Nadine Khalife-Saleh & Hampig Raphaël Kourie
Pages: 295-303
Published online: 19 Feb 2018
AbstractforNew developments in the management of head and neck cancer – impact of pembrolizumab | Full Text | References | PDF (276.4 KB)
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Single-stage procedure for the treatment of cholecysto-choledocolithiasis: a surgical procedures review
Aldo Bove, Raffaella Maria Di Renzo, Gino Palone, Domenica Testa, Valentina Malerba & Giuseppe Bongarzoni
Pages: 305-312
Published online: 20 Feb 2018
AbstractforSingle-stage procedure for the treatment of cholecysto-choledocolithiasis: a surgical procedures review | Full Text | References | PDF (517.6 KB)
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Safety and efficacy of the perioperative administration of recombinant human brain natriuretic peptide (rhBNP): a systematic review and meta-analysis
Ping Hua, Jianyang Liu, Jun Tao, Xifeng Lin, Rongjun Zou, Dingwen Zhang & Songran Yang
Pages: 313-321
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforSafety and efficacy of the perioperative administration of recombinant human brain natriuretic peptide (rhBNP): a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (757.4 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Developments in the treatment of carcinoid syndrome – impact of telotristat
David L Chan & Simron Singh
Pages: 323-329
Published online: 20 Feb 2018
AbstractforDevelopments in the treatment of carcinoid syndrome – impact of telotristat | Full Text | References | PDF (232.4 KB)
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Comparison between the long-axis/in-plane and short-axis/out-of-plane approaches for ultrasound-guided vascular catheterization: an updated meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis
Chao Liu, Zhi Mao, Hongjun Kang, Xin Hu, Shengmao Jiang, Pan Hu, Jie Hu & Feihu Zhou
Pages: 331-340
Published online: 20 Feb 2018
AbstractforComparison between the long-axis/in-plane and short-axis/out-of-plane approaches for ultrasound-guided vascular catheterization: an updated meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Potential risk factors for poor outcome after anterior surgery for patients with cervical ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament
Shaoqing Li, Peng Zhang, Xianda Gao, Dechao Miao, Yanlong Gao & Yong Shen
Pages: 341-347
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforPotential risk factors for poor outcome after anterior surgery for patients with cervical ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament | Full Text | References | PDF (940.6 KB)
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Review Article
Computed tomography colonography versus colonoscopy for the diagnosis of colorectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Ralph B Duarte, Wanderley M Bernardo, Christiano M Sakai, Gustavo LR Silva, Hugo G Guedes, Rogerio Kuga, Edson Ide, Robson K Ishida, Paulo Sakai & Eduardo GH de Moura
Pages: 349-360
Published online: 21 Feb 2018
AbstractforComputed tomography colonography versus colonoscopy for the diagnosis of colorectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (602.7 KB)
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Tanezumab: a selective humanized mAb for chronic lower back pain
Michael P Webb, Erik M Helander, Bethany L Menard, Richard D Urman & Alan D Kaye
Pages: 361-367
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforTanezumab: a selective humanized mAb for chronic lower back pain | Full Text | References | PDF (250.1 KB)
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Article
Renoprotective effect of remote ischemic postconditioning in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention
Bangming Cao, Chi Zhang, Haipeng Wang, Ming Xia & Xiangjun Yang
Pages: 369-375
Published online: 22 Feb 2018
AbstractforRenoprotective effect of remote ischemic postconditioning in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention | Full Text | References | PDF (454.5 KB)
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The clinical course of symptomatic deep vein thrombosis after 3 months of anticoagulant therapy using fondaparinux/edoxaban or fondaparinux/vitamin K antagonist
Kazuhiro Shimizu, Takuo Iiduka, Shuji Sato, Hajime Kiyokawa, Takahiro Nakagami, Hiroshi Mikamo, Masayo Kawazoe, Mao Takahashi & Mahito Noro
Pages: 377-383
Published online: 23 Feb 2018
AbstractforThe clinical course of symptomatic deep vein thrombosis after 3 months of anticoagulant therapy using fondaparinux/edoxaban or fondaparinux/vitamin K antagonist | Full Text | References | PDF (536.8 KB)
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The frequency, risk factors, and complications of gastrointestinal dysfunction during enteral nutrition in critically ill patients
Ayse Gulsah Atasever, Perihan Ergin Ozcan, Kamber Kasali, Taner Abdullah, Gunseli Orhun & Evren Senturk
Pages: 385-391
Published online: 23 Feb 2018
AbstractforThe frequency, risk factors, and complications of gastrointestinal dysfunction during enteral nutrition in critically ill patients | Full Text | References | PDF (326.1 KB)
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Clinical and economic burden of procedural sedation-related adverse events and their outcomes: analysis from five countries
Rhodri Saunders, Jason A Davis, Peter Kranke, Rachel Weissbrod, David K Whitaker & Jenifer R Lightdale
Pages: 393-401
Published online: 28 Feb 2018
AbstractforClinical and economic burden of procedural sedation-related adverse events and their outcomes: analysis from five countries | Full Text | References | PDF (381.5 KB)
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Prevalence, risk factors and microorganisms of urinary tract infections in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a retrospective study in China
Ke He, Yun Hu, Jun-Cheng Shi, Yun-Qing Zhu & Xiao-Ming Mao
Pages: 403-408
Published online: 26 Feb 2018
AbstractforPrevalence, risk factors and microorganisms of urinary tract infections in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a retrospective study in China | Full Text | References | PDF (593.3 KB)
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A 10-year retrospective study of alterative aeroallergens sensitization spectrum in urban children with allergic rhinitis
Li-Fen Yang, Liang-Ming Cai, Ming Li, Jin-Tao Liu, Zhao-Ni Wang, Wei-Hao Wang, Qin-tai Yang & Zhuang-Gui Chen
Pages: 409-416
Published online: 26 Feb 2018
AbstractforA 10-year retrospective study of alterative aeroallergens sensitization spectrum in urban children with allergic rhinitis | Full Text | References | PDF (2.8 MB)
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Umbilical cord blood stem cells transplantation as an adjunctive treatment strategy for liver cirrhosis in Chinese population: a meta-analysis of effectiveness and safety
Huimin Tao, Yafeng Li, Tingting Wang & Changhui Zhou
Pages: 417-440
Published online: 26 Feb 2018
AbstractforUmbilical cord blood stem cells transplantation as an adjunctive treatment strategy for liver cirrhosis in Chinese population: a meta-analysis of effectiveness and safety | Full Text | References | PDF (3 MB)
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Role of resilience and social support in alleviating depression in patients receiving maintenance hemodialysis
Yueh-Min Liu, Hong-Jer Chang, Ru-Hwa Wang, Li-King Yang, Kuo-Cheng Lu & Yi-Chou Hou
Pages: 441-451
Published online: 01 Mar 2018
AbstractforRole of resilience and social support in alleviating depression in patients receiving maintenance hemodialysis | Full Text | References | PDF (351.9 KB)
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Effects of denosumab on bone metabolism and bone mineral density with anti-TNF inhibitors, tocilizumab, or abatacept in osteoporosis with rheumatoid arthritis
Takako Suzuki, Yukio Nakamura & Hiroyuki Kato
Pages: 453-459
Published online: 01 Mar 2018
AbstractforEffects of denosumab on bone metabolism and bone mineral density with anti-TNF inhibitors, tocilizumab, or abatacept in osteoporosis with rheumatoid arthritis | Full Text | References | PDF (571.9 KB)
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Effects of degree of pulmonary fissure completeness on major in-hospital outcomes after video-assisted thoracoscopic lung cancer lobectomy: a retrospective-cohort study
Shuangjiang Li, Zhiqiang Wang, Kun Zhou, Yan Wang, Yanming Wu, Pengfei Li & Guowei Che
Pages: 461-474
Published online: 02 Mar 2018
AbstractforEffects of degree of pulmonary fissure completeness on major in-hospital outcomes after video-assisted thoracoscopic lung cancer lobectomy: a retrospective-cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB)
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Role of statins in preventing cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury: an updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Song-jian He, Qiang Liu, Hua-qiu Li, Fang Tian, Shi-yu Chen & Jian-xin Weng
Pages: 475-482
Published online: 05 Mar 2018
AbstractforRole of statins in preventing cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury: an updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials | Full Text | References | PDF (736.7 KB)
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Predictive factors of symptomatic lumbar canal stenosis in patients after surgery for cervical spondylotic myelopathy
Lingde Kong, Jiangbo Bai, Bing Zhang, Yong Shen & Dehu Tian
Pages: 483-488
Published online: 07 Mar 2018
AbstractforPredictive factors of symptomatic lumbar canal stenosis in patients after surgery for cervical spondylotic myelopathy | Full Text | References | PDF (1.8 MB)
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A rare life-threatening disease: unilateral kidney compressed by huge chronic spontaneous retroperitoneal hemorrhage
Hao-Yuan Lu, Wei Wei, Qi-Wei Chen, Qing-Gui Meng, Gao-Hua Hu, Xian-Lin Yi & Xian-Zhong Bai
Pages: 489-492
Published online: 08 Mar 2018
AbstractforA rare life-threatening disease: unilateral kidney compressed by huge chronic spontaneous retroperitoneal hemorrhage | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Safety of high-dose daptomycin in patients with severe renal impairment
Chih-Hsun Tai, Chi-Hao Shao, Chen-You Chen, Shu-Wen Lin & Chien-Chih Wu
Pages: 493-499
Published online: 13 Mar 2018
AbstractforSafety of high-dose daptomycin in patients with severe renal impairment | Full Text | References | PDF (296.3 KB)
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Epidemiology, microbiology, and treatment patterns of pediatric patients hospitalized with pneumonia at two hospitals in China: a patient chart review study
Zehuai Wen, Jia Wei, Huiling Xue, Yunqin Chen, David Melnick, Jesus Gonzalez, Judith Hackett, Xiaoyan Li & Zhaolong Cao
Pages: 501-510
Published online: 13 Mar 2018
AbstractforEpidemiology, microbiology, and treatment patterns of pediatric patients hospitalized with pneumonia at two hospitals in China: a patient chart review study | Full Text | References | PDF (543.7 KB)
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Continuity of care with physicians and risk of subsequent hospitalization and end-stage renal disease in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
Po-Ya Chang, Li-Nien Chien, Chyi-Huey Bai, Yuh-Feng Lin & Hung-Yi Chiou
Pages: 511-521
Published online: 13 Mar 2018
AbstractforContinuity of care with physicians and risk of subsequent hospitalization and end-stage renal disease in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus patients | Full Text | References | PDF (998.6 KB)
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The relationship between hydration status, male sexual dysfunction and depression in hemodialysis patients
Kamal Hassan, Yotam Elimeleh, Mona Shehadeh, Hassan Fadi & Irina Rubinchik
Pages: 523-529
Published online: 13 Mar 2018
AbstractforThe relationship between hydration status, male sexual dysfunction and depression in hemodialysis patients | Full Text | References | PDF (559.6 KB)
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Article
Colonic diverticulosis is not a risk factor for colonic adenoma
Wandong Hong, Lemei Dong, Maddalena Zippi, Simon Stock, Wujun Geng, Chunfang Xu & Mengtao Zhou
Pages: 531-537
Published online: 13 Mar 2018
AbstractforColonic diverticulosis is not a risk factor for colonic adenoma | Full Text | References | PDF (555.1 KB)
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Case Series

The use of the C-MAC videolaryngoscope for awake intubation in patients with a predicted extremely difficult airway: case series
Tomasz Gaszyński
Pages: 539-542
Published online: 14 Mar 2018
AbstractforThe use of the C-MAC videolaryngoscope for awake intubation in patients with a predicted extremely difficult airway: case series | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Significant improvement of bone mineral density by denosumab treatment in Japanese osteoporotic patients following breast cancer treatment
Yukio Nakamura, Mikio Kamimura, Akio Morikawa, Akira Taguchi, Takako Suzuki & Hiroyuki Kato
Pages: 543-549
Published online: 14 Mar 2018
AbstractforSignificant improvement of bone mineral density by denosumab treatment in Japanese osteoporotic patients following breast cancer treatment | Full Text | References | PDF (765.1 KB)
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The quantification and assessment of depression and anxiety in patients with postoperative gastroparesis syndrome
Li-juan Zheng, Jia-chi Ma, Dong Fang, Li-gang Wu, Zhen-qiang Gong, Jian-bo Qi, Xiao-dan Zhao, Jian-bo Du & Pei-lan Ma
Pages: 551-556
Published online: 15 Mar 2018
AbstractforThe quantification and assessment of depression and anxiety in patients with postoperative gastroparesis syndrome | Full Text | References | PDF (275.6 KB)
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The impact of a combined intervention program: an educational and clinical pharmacist’s intervention to improve prescribing pattern in hospitalized geriatric patients at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Muath Fahmi Najjar, Syed Azhar Syed Sulaiman, Majed Al Jeraisy & Hashim Balubaid
Pages: 557-564
Published online: 16 Mar 2018
AbstractforThe impact of a combined intervention program: an educational and clinical pharmacist’s intervention to improve prescribing pattern in hospitalized geriatric patients at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Full Text | References | PDF (314.1 KB)
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Article
Exercise habituation is effective for improvement of periodontal disease status: a prospective intervention study
Shoei Omori, Fumihiko Uchida, Sechang Oh, Rina So, Takehiko Tsujimoto, Toru Yanagawa, Satoshi Sakai, Junichi Shoda, Kiyoji Tanaka & Hiroki Bukawa
Pages: 565-574
Published online: 20 Mar 2018
AbstractforExercise habituation is effective for improvement of periodontal disease status: a prospective intervention study | Full Text | References | PDF (648.4 KB)
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Article
Influence of stroke volume variation on fluid treatment and postoperative complications in thoracic surgery
Cengiz Sahutoglu, Erbil Turksal, Seden Kocabas & Fatma Zekiye Askar
Pages: 575-581
Published online: 20 Mar 2018
AbstractforInfluence of stroke volume variation on fluid treatment and postoperative complications in thoracic surgery | Full Text | References | PDF (381.2 KB)
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Long-term outcomes and predictors of survival after cardiopulmonary resuscitation for in-hospital cardiac arrest in a tertiary care hospital in Thailand
Panita Limpawattana, Wannaporn Aungsakul, Chomchanok Suraditnan, Anupol Panitchote, Boonsong Patjanasoontorn, Anakapong Phunmanee & Nittaya Pittayawattanachai
Pages: 583-589
Published online: 20 Mar 2018
AbstractforLong-term outcomes and predictors of survival after cardiopulmonary resuscitation for in-hospital cardiac arrest in a tertiary care hospital in Thailand | Full Text | References | PDF (413.4 KB)
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Letter

Letter
Methodical bias for comparison of periodontal ligament injection and local infiltration anesthesia for routine extractions in the maxilla
Peer W Kämmerer & Monika Daubländer
Pages: 591-594
Published online: 23 Mar 2018
First Page PreviewforMethodical bias for comparison of periodontal ligament injection and local infiltration anesthesia for routine extractions in the maxilla | Full Text | References | PDF (246.9 KB)
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Case Report

Case Report
Spontaneous perirenal urinoma induced by NSAID-associated acute interstitial nephritis
Hsiu-Wen Chang, Chia-Hao Kuei, Chin-Feng Tseng, Yi-Chou Hou & Ying-Lan Tseng
Pages: 595-599
Published online: 23 Mar 2018
AbstractforSpontaneous perirenal urinoma induced by NSAID-associated acute interstitial nephritis | Full Text | References | PDF (1,002.3 KB)
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Article
Comparison of ramosetron and ondansetron for the treatment of established postoperative nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic surgery: a prospective, randomized, double-blinded multicenter trial
Yong Seon Choi, Hye-Min Sohn, Sang-Hwan Do, Kyeong Tae Min, Jae Hee Woo & Hee Jung Baik
Pages: 601-606
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforComparison of ramosetron and ondansetron for the treatment of established postoperative nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic surgery: a prospective, randomized, double-blinded multicenter trial | Full Text | References | PDF (409.8 KB)
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Article
Original endoscopic orbital decompression of lateral wall through hairline approach for Graves’ ophthalmopathy: an innovation of balanced orbital decompression
Yi Gong, Jiayang Yin, Boding Tong, Jingkun Li, Jiexi Zeng, Zhongkun Zuo, Fei Ye, Yongheng Luo, Jing Xiao & Wei Xiong
Pages: 607-616
Published online: 26 Mar 2018
AbstractforOriginal endoscopic orbital decompression of lateral wall through hairline approach for Graves’ ophthalmopathy: an innovation of balanced orbital decompression | Full Text | References | PDF (2.9 MB)
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Article
Low rate of human papillomavirus vaccination among schoolgirls in Lebanon: barriers to vaccination with a focus on mothers’ knowledge about available vaccines
Maria J Abou El-Ola, Mariam A Rajab, Dania I Abdallah, Ismail A Fawaz, Lyn S Awad, Hani M Tamim, Ahmad O Ibrahim, Anas M Mugharbil & Rima A Moghnieh
Pages: 617-626
Published online: 27 Mar 2018
AbstractforLow rate of human papillomavirus vaccination among schoolgirls in Lebanon: barriers to vaccination with a focus on mothers’ knowledge about available vaccines | Full Text | References | PDF (310.5 KB)
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Article
Is ischemia-modified albumin a reliable tool for the assessment of acute pancreatitis?
Abdurrahman Sahin, Semra Turkoglu, Nurettin Tunc, Deccane Duzenci, Ozgen Arslan Solmaz, Ibrahim Halil Bahcecioglu & Mehmet Yalniz
Pages: 627-635
Published online: 29 Mar 2018
AbstractforIs ischemia-modified albumin a reliable tool for the assessment of acute pancreatitis? | Full Text | References | PDF (670.7 KB)
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Article
Pretreatment of daily teriparatide enhances the increase of bone mineral density in cortical bones by denosumab therapy
Mikio Kamimura, Akira Taguchi, Yukio Nakamura, Hidefumi Koiwai, Shota Ikegami, Shigeharu Uchiyama & Hiroyuki Kato
Pages: 637-642
Published online: 03 Apr 2018
AbstractforPretreatment of daily teriparatide enhances the increase of bone mineral density in cortical bones by denosumab therapy | Full Text | References | PDF (544.5 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Dronabinol oral solution in the management of anorexia and weight loss in AIDS and cancer
Melissa E Badowski & Paa Kwesi Yanful
Pages: 643-651
Published online: 06 Apr 2018
AbstractforDronabinol oral solution in the management of anorexia and weight loss in AIDS and cancer | Full Text | References | PDF (283.4 KB)
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Article
Increase in spleen volume as a predictor of oxaliplatin toxicity
Alissar El Chediak, Ali A Haydar, Ayman Hakim, Sarah Abdel Massih, Lara Hilal, Deborah Mukherji, Sally Temraz & Ali Shamseddine
Pages: 653-657
Published online: 11 Apr 2018
AbstractforIncrease in spleen volume as a predictor of oxaliplatin toxicity | Full Text | References | PDF (217.5 KB)
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Case Series

Total hip arthroplasty following arthrodesis: a single-center experience of 17 patients
Murat Çalbıyık
Pages: 659-664
Published online: 11 Apr 2018
AbstractforTotal hip arthroplasty following arthrodesis: a single-center experience of 17 patients | Full Text | References | PDF (969.9 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Amantadine extended-release capsules for levodopa-induced dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson’s disease
Vibhash D Sharma, Kelly E Lyons & Rajesh Pahwa
Pages: 665-673
Published online: 12 Apr 2018
AbstractforAmantadine extended-release capsules for levodopa-induced dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson’s disease | Full Text | References | PDF (360.4 KB)
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Article
Tranexamic acid reduces intraoperative occult blood loss and tourniquet time in obese knee osteoarthritis patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: a prospective cohort study
Yutong Meng, Zhirui Li, Ke Gong, Xiao An, Jiyuan Dong & Peifu Tang
Pages: 675-683
Published online: 12 Apr 2018
AbstractforTranexamic acid reduces intraoperative occult blood loss and tourniquet time in obese knee osteoarthritis patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: a prospective cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (385.1 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Total hip arthroplasty and cardiovascular complications: a review
Afshin Taheriazam, Amin Saeidinia & Faeze Keihanian
Pages: 685-690
Published online: 13 Apr 2018
AbstractforTotal hip arthroplasty and cardiovascular complications: a review | Full Text | References | PDF (213.3 KB)
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Article
Safety study: is there a pathologic IGF-1, PDGF and TGF-β cytokine expression caused by adjunct BMP-7 in tibial and femoral non-union therapy?
Christian Fischer, Christian Reiner, Gerhard Schmidmaier, Julian Doll, Christopher Child, Paul Alfred Grützner, Bahram Biglari, Sonja Boxriker & Arash Moghaddam
Pages: 691-697
Published online: 16 Apr 2018
AbstractforSafety study: is there a pathologic IGF-1, PDGF and TGF-β cytokine expression caused by adjunct BMP-7 in tibial and femoral non-union therapy? | Full Text | References | PDF (726.4 KB)
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Case Report

Case Report
Surgical treatment of an esophageal bronchogenic cyst with massive upper digestive tract hematoma without esophagectomy: a case report and the review of the literature
Yuanjun Cheng, Donglai Chen, Li Shi, Wentao Yang, Yonghua Sang, Shanzhou Duan & Yongbing Chen
Pages: 699-707
Published online: 03 May 2018
AbstractforSurgical treatment of an esophageal bronchogenic cyst with massive upper digestive tract hematoma without esophagectomy: a case report and the review of the literature | Full Text | References | PDF (2.1 MB)
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Article
Levodopa/carbidopa/entacapone versus levodopa/dopa-decarboxyiase inhibitor for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease: systematic review, meta-analysis, and economic evaluation
Zhan-Miao Yi, Ting-Ting Qiu, Yuan Zhang, Na Liu & Suo-Di Zhai
Pages: 709-719
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforLevodopa/carbidopa/entacapone versus levodopa/dopa-decarboxyiase inhibitor for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease: systematic review, meta-analysis, and economic evaluation | Full Text | References | PDF (566.9 KB)
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Article
Calcification score versus arterial stenosis grading: comparison of two CT-based methods for risk assessment of anastomotic leakage after esophagectomy and gastric pull-up
De-Hua Chang, Sebastian Brinkmann, Lucy Smith, Ingrid Becker, Wolfgang Schroeder, Arnulf H Hoelscher, Stefan Haneder, David Maintz & Judith Eva Spiro
Pages: 721-727
Published online: 17 Apr 2018
AbstractforCalcification score versus arterial stenosis grading: comparison of two CT-based methods for risk assessment of anastomotic leakage after esophagectomy and gastric pull-up | Full Text | References | PDF (596.5 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Minodronate for the treatment of osteoporosis
Tsuyoshi Ohishi & Yukihiro Matsuyama
Pages: 729-739
Published online: 17 Apr 2018
AbstractforMinodronate for the treatment of osteoporosis | Full Text | References | PDF (307.7 KB)
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Article
A restrictive dose of crystalloids in patients during laparoscopic cholecystectomy is safe and cost-effective: prospective, two-arm parallel, randomized controlled trial
Matija Belavić, Vlatka Sotošek Tokmadžić, Antonija Brozović Krijan, Ines Kvaternik, Kristina Matijaš, Nedjeljko Strikić & Josip Žunić
Pages: 741-751
Published online: 19 Apr 2018
AbstractforA restrictive dose of crystalloids in patients during laparoscopic cholecystectomy is safe and cost-effective: prospective, two-arm parallel, randomized controlled trial | Full Text | References | PDF (779.2 KB)
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Case Report

Case Report
Acute necrotizing encephalopathy in an adult with influenza A infection
Nobuaki Ochi, Kento Takahashi, Hiromichi Yamane & Nagio Takigawa
Pages: 753-756
Published online: 20 Apr 2018
AbstractforAcute necrotizing encephalopathy in an adult with influenza A infection | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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Review

Review Article
Emerging treatment options for the management of pemphigus vulgaris
Khalaf Kridin
Pages: 757-778
Published online: 27 Apr 2018
AbstractforEmerging treatment options for the management of pemphigus vulgaris | Full Text | References | PDF (438.4 KB)
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Editorial
Oxycodone hydrochloride immediate-release analgesic for managing severe pain: abuse-deterrent formulations
AH Kibbe, TS Franko & VM Shah
Pages: 779-782
Published online: 30 Apr 2018
AbstractforOxycodone hydrochloride immediate-release analgesic for managing severe pain: abuse-deterrent formulations | Full Text | References | PDF (217 KB)
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Article
Simple score to predict risk of hepatocellular carcinoma in chronic hepatitis C patients with advanced fibrosis after pegylated interferon and ribavirin therapy
Ching-Chih Hu, Cheng-Hao Weng, Liang-Che Chang, Chih-Lang Lin, Yen-Ting Chen, Ching-Fang Hu, Man-Chin Hua, Li-Wei Chen & Rong-Nan Chien
Pages: 783-791
Published online: 30 Apr 2018
AbstractforSimple score to predict risk of hepatocellular carcinoma in chronic hepatitis C patients with advanced fibrosis after pegylated interferon and ribavirin therapy | Full Text | References | PDF (669.2 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Improving adherence to gout therapy: an expert review
Fernando Perez-Ruiz & Giovambattista Desideri
Pages: 793-802
Published online: 03 May 2018
AbstractforImproving adherence to gout therapy: an expert review | Full Text | References | PDF (500.2 KB)
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Article
Signals of bleeding among direct-acting oral anticoagulant users compared to those among warfarin users: analyses of the post-marketing FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database, 2010–2015
Thamir M Alshammari, Sondus I Ata, Mansour Adam Mahmoud, Tariq M Alhawassi & Hisham S Aljadhey
Pages: 803-809
Published online: 01 May 2018
AbstractforSignals of bleeding among direct-acting oral anticoagulant users compared to those among warfarin users: analyses of the post-marketing FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database, 2010–2015 | Full Text | References | PDF (474.4 KB)
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Case Report

Case Report
Impact of an inline extracorporeal membrane oxygenation hemofilter system in neonatal acute kidney injury
Mohammed Azar, Abdulrahman Alamir, Abdullah Thabet Al Qahtani, Al Mokali Khamisa & Khalid Alfakeeh
Pages: 811-816
Published online: 01 May 2018
AbstractforImpact of an inline extracorporeal membrane oxygenation hemofilter system in neonatal acute kidney injury | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB)
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Case Series

Efficacy of denosumab in two cases with multiple-system atrophy and osteoporosis
Masashi Uehara, Yukio Nakamura, Jun Takahashi, Takako Suzuki & Hiroyuki Kato
Pages: 817-822
Published online: 03 May 2018
AbstractforEfficacy of denosumab in two cases with multiple-system atrophy and osteoporosis | Full Text | References | PDF (474.8 KB)
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Article
Statins use and risk of new-onset diabetes in hypertensive patients: a population-based retrospective cohort study in Yinzhou district, Ningbo city, People’s Republic of China
Hailong Li, Hongbo Lin, Houyu Zhao, Yang Xu, Yinchu Cheng, Peng Shen & Siyan Zhan
Pages: 823-832
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforStatins use and risk of new-onset diabetes in hypertensive patients: a population-based retrospective cohort study in Yinzhou district, Ningbo city, People’s Republic of China | Full Text | References | PDF (588.1 KB)
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Article
Increased risk of adverse drug events secondary to bevacizumab treatment in patients with advanced or metastatic breast cancer: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Sooyoung Shin & Yoojin Noh
Pages: 833-847
Published online: 04 May 2018
AbstractforIncreased risk of adverse drug events secondary to bevacizumab treatment in patients with advanced or metastatic breast cancer: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Article
Whole-body computed tomography in trauma patients: optimization of the patient scanning position significantly shortens examination time while maintaining diagnostic image quality
Tilman Hickethier, Kamal Mammadov, Bettina Baeßler, Thorsten Lichtenstein, Jochen Hinkelbein, Lucy Smith, Patrick Sven Plum, Seung-Hun Chon, David Maintz & De-Hua Chang
Pages: 849-859
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforWhole-body computed tomography in trauma patients: optimization of the patient scanning position significantly shortens examination time while maintaining diagnostic image quality | Full Text | References | PDF (2.4 MB)
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Article
Effect of dual antiplatelet on recurrent stroke in minor stroke or TIA depends on bodyweight
Yan Ma, Ying Liu, Jie Xu, Yilong Wang, Yongjun Wang & Fenghe Du
Pages: 861-870
Published online: 08 May 2018
AbstractforEffect of dual antiplatelet on recurrent stroke in minor stroke or TIA depends on bodyweight | Full Text | References | PDF (930.6 KB)
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Clinical Trial Report

Article
Convenient food made of extruded adzuki bean attenuates inflammation and improves glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial
Yanping Liu, Qiyan Wang, Shanshan Li, Yanfen Yue, Yuling Ma & Guixing Ren
Pages: 871-884
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforConvenient food made of extruded adzuki bean attenuates inflammation and improves glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized controlled trial | Full Text | References | PDF (488.3 KB)
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Review

Review Article
Management and outcomes of pregnancy with or without lupus nephritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Jiayue Wu, Jinghang Ma, Wei-Hong Zhang & Wen Di
Pages: 885-901
Published online: 11 May 2018
AbstractforManagement and outcomes of pregnancy with or without lupus nephritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.8 MB)
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Case Report

Case Report
Myopathy due to HMGCR antibodies in adult mimicking muscular dystrophy associated with cancer and statin exposure – narrative review of the literature – case report
Alzira Alves de Siqueira Carvalho, Vinicius Gomes da Silva, Edmar Zanoteli & David Feder
Pages: 903-907
Published online: 14 May 2018
AbstractforMyopathy due to HMGCR antibodies in adult mimicking muscular dystrophy associated with cancer and statin exposure – narrative review of the literature – case report | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Article
Mesenchymal stem cell transplantation as an effective treatment strategy for ischemic stroke in Asia: a meta-analysis of controlled trials
Ping Xue, Min Wang & Guanhua Yan
Pages: 909-928
Published online: 14 May 2018
AbstractforMesenchymal stem cell transplantation as an effective treatment strategy for ischemic stroke in Asia: a meta-analysis of controlled trials | Full Text | References | PDF (2.7 MB)
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Article
The association between rs12901499 polymorphism in SMAD3 gene and risk of osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis
Shu-Tao Gao, Zheng-Tao Lv & Wei-Bin Sheng
Pages: 929-936
Published online: 15 May 2018
AbstractforThe association between rs12901499 polymorphism in SMAD3 gene and risk of osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (669.4 KB)
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Case Report

Case Report
Laparoscopic spleen-preserving pancreatic resection for epidermoid cyst in an intrapancreatic accessory spleen: case report and literature review
Bo Zhou, Qiyi Zhang, Canyang Zhan, Yuan Ding & Sheng Yan
Pages: 937-944
Published online: 15 May 2018
AbstractforLaparoscopic spleen-preserving pancreatic resection for epidermoid cyst in an intrapancreatic accessory spleen: case report and literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Case Report
Adequate nutrition status important for bone mineral density improvement in a patient with anorexia nervosa
Yukio Nakamura, Mikio Kamimura, Hidefumi Koiwai & Hiroyuki Kato
Pages: 945-948
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAdequate nutrition status important for bone mineral density improvement in a patient with anorexia nervosa | Full Text | References | PDF (333.3 KB)
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Article
Association between leptin gene rs7799039 polymorphism and lipid profile changes induced by isotretinoin treatment in acne patients
Omar F Khabour, Karem H Alzoubi, Abdul Samad Firoz & Rafat MM Al-Awad
Pages: 949-954
Published online: 23 May 2018
AbstractforAssociation between leptin gene rs7799039 polymorphism and lipid profile changes induced by isotretinoin treatment in acne patients | Full Text | References | PDF (258 KB)
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Article
The association study of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, pentraxin 3, nitrotyrosine, and insulin dose in patients with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes mellitus
Cornelia Bala, Adriana Rusu, Dana Mihaela Ciobanu, Anca Elena Craciun & Gabriela Roman
Pages: 955-963
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforThe association study of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, pentraxin 3, nitrotyrosine, and insulin dose in patients with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes mellitus | Full Text | References | PDF (339.3 KB)
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Article
Unplanned reoperation after radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer: causes, risk factors, and long-term prognostic influence
Xueliang Zuo, Juan Cai, Zhiqiang Chen, Yao Zhang, Jian Wu, Liangyu Wu & Jinguo Wang
Pages: 965-972
Published online: 28 May 2018
AbstractforUnplanned reoperation after radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer: causes, risk factors, and long-term prognostic influence | Full Text | References | PDF (534.8 KB)
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Effects and safety of triamcinolone acetonide-controlled common therapy in keloid treatment: a Bayesian network meta-analysis
Zhenyu Zhang, Lihui Cheng, Ru Wang, Ying Cen & Zhengyong Li
Pages: 973-980
Published online: 29 May 2018
AbstractforEffects and safety of triamcinolone acetonide-controlled common therapy in keloid treatment: a Bayesian network meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (645 KB)
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Article
Relationship between low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and severe acute pancreatitis (“the lipid paradox”)
Wandong Hong, Vincent Zimmer, Simon Stock, Maddalena Zippi, Jones AQ Omoshoro-Jones & Mengtao Zhou
Pages: 981-989
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforRelationship between low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and severe acute pancreatitis (“the lipid paradox”) | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Article
Prognostic role of ABO blood group in patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma after transarterial chemoembolization
Qing Li, Tao Wu, Xiao-An Ma, Li Jing, Li-Li Han & Hui Guo
Pages: 991-998
Published online: 29 May 2018
AbstractforPrognostic role of ABO blood group in patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma after transarterial chemoembolization | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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Surgical injury: comparing open surgery and laparoscopy by markers of tissue damage
Jan Máca, Matúš Peteja, Petr Reimer, Ondřej Jor, Věra Šeděnková, Lucie Panáčková, Peter Ihnát, Michal Burda & Pavel Ševčík
Pages: 999-1006
Published online: 30 May 2018
AbstractforSurgical injury: comparing open surgery and laparoscopy by markers of tissue damage | Full Text | References | PDF (802.1 KB)
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Axicabtagene ciloleucel (KTE-C19), an anti-CD19 CAR T therapy for the treatment of relapsed/refractory aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Michael D Jain, Christina A Bachmeier, Vania H Phuoc & Julio C Chavez
Pages: 1007-1017
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAxicabtagene ciloleucel (KTE-C19), an anti-CD19 CAR T therapy for the treatment of relapsed/refractory aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma | Full Text | References | PDF (506 KB)
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Immune checkpoint inhibitors in urothelial cancer: recent updates and future outlook
Dharmesh Gopalakrishnan, Vadim S Koshkin, Moshe C Ornstein, Athanasios Papatsoris & Petros Grivas
Pages: 1019-1040
Published online: 05 Jun 2018
AbstractforImmune checkpoint inhibitors in urothelial cancer: recent updates and future outlook | Full Text | References | PDF (453.8 KB)
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Managing patients with chronic cough: challenges and solutions
Jeanne-Marie Perotin, Claire Launois, Maxime Dewolf, Antoine Dumazet, Sandra Dury, François Lebargy, Valérian Dormoy & Gaëtan Deslee
Pages: 1041-1051
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforManaging patients with chronic cough: challenges and solutions | Full Text | References | PDF (331.2 KB)
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Current treatment options for psoriatic arthritis: spotlight on abatacept
Francesco Ursini, Emilio Russo, Roberto De Giorgio, Giovambattista De Sarro & Salvatore D’Angelo
Pages: 1053-1059
Published online: 06 Jun 2018
AbstractforCurrent treatment options for psoriatic arthritis: spotlight on abatacept | Full Text | References | PDF (329.6 KB)
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Medial comminution as a risk factor for the stability after lateral-only pin fixation for pediatric supracondylar humerus fracture: an audit
Yoon Hae Kwak, Jae-Hyun Kim, Young-Chang Kim & Kun-Bo Park
Pages: 1061-1066
Published online: 06 Jun 2018
AbstractforMedial comminution as a risk factor for the stability after lateral-only pin fixation for pediatric supracondylar humerus fracture: an audit | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Elevated levels of vitamin B12 in chronic stable heart failure: a marker for subclinical liver damage and impaired prognosis
Onur Argan, Dilek Ural, Kurtuluş Karauzum, Serdar Bozyel, Mujdat Aktas, Irem Yilmaz Karauzum, Güliz Kozdag & Aysen Agacdiken Agir
Pages: 1067-1073
Published online: 07 Jun 2018
AbstractforElevated levels of vitamin B12 in chronic stable heart failure: a marker for subclinical liver damage and impaired prognosis | Full Text | References | PDF (514.1 KB)
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The safety and accuracy of ECG-guided PICC tip position verification applied in patients with atrial fibrillation
Yufang Gao, Yuxiu Liu, Hui Zhang, Fang Fang & Lei Song
Pages: 1075-1081
Published online: 06 Jun 2018
AbstractforThe safety and accuracy of ECG-guided PICC tip position verification applied in patients with atrial fibrillation | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB)
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Salvage radiotherapy improves survival in patients with locoregionally relapsed stage IE–IIE extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type
Qin Tong, Shuming Ouyang, Lingling Feng, Hanyu Wang, Yunfei Xia & Yujing Zhang
Pages: 1083-1090
Published online: 06 Jun 2018
AbstractforSalvage radiotherapy improves survival in patients with locoregionally relapsed stage IE–IIE extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma, nasal type | Full Text | References | PDF (939.9 KB)
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Comparison of chemiluminescence immunoassay, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and passive agglutination for diagnosis of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection
Dongmiao Chen, Yajie Zhang, Yinjuan Xu, Tingting Shen, Guorui Cheng, Bingkang Huang, Xiandong Ruan & Congrong Wang
Pages: 1091-1097
Published online: 11 Jun 2018
AbstractforComparison of chemiluminescence immunoassay, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and passive agglutination for diagnosis of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection | Full Text | References | PDF (872.2 KB)
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Graft outcomes following immunosuppressive therapy with different combinations in kidney transplant recipients: a nationwide cohort study
Yung-Fong Tsai, Fu-Chao Liu, Chang-Fu Kuo, Ting-Ting Chung & Huang-Ping Yu
Pages: 1099-1110
Published online: 12 Jun 2018
AbstractforGraft outcomes following immunosuppressive therapy with different combinations in kidney transplant recipients: a nationwide cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (457.6 KB)
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Preoperative practice of surgical position reduces postoperative pain and discomfort in patients receiving kidney surgeries: a nonrandomized pilot study
Jing Huang, Dan Zhang, Shu-Jing Li, Ying Xi, Li-Yan Cui & Feng-Li Gao
Pages: 1111-1114
Published online: 13 Jun 2018
AbstractforPreoperative practice of surgical position reduces postoperative pain and discomfort in patients receiving kidney surgeries: a nonrandomized pilot study | Full Text | References | PDF (388.5 KB)
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Collaborative intervention between pharmacists and physicians on elderly patients: a randomized controlled trial
Yee Wei Shim, Siew Siang Chua, Hui Chin Wong & Syireen Alwi
Pages: 1115-1125
Published online: 15 Jun 2018
AbstractforCollaborative intervention between pharmacists and physicians on elderly patients: a randomized controlled trial | Full Text | References | PDF (570.5 KB)
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Factors associated with union time of acute middle-third scaphoid fractures: an observational study
Hongfang Zhao, Siyu Tian, Lingde Kong, Jiangbo Bai, Jian Lu, Bing Zhang & Dehu Tian
Pages: 1127-1131
Published online: 19 Jun 2018
AbstractforFactors associated with union time of acute middle-third scaphoid fractures: an observational study | Full Text | References | PDF (344.9 KB)
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Successful treatment for acute prosthetic joint infection due to MRSA and Candida albicans: a case report and literature review
Yong Xiang, Yi-Yi Xuan & Guangheng Li
Pages: 1133-1139
Published online: 20 Jun 2018
AbstractforSuccessful treatment for acute prosthetic joint infection due to MRSA and Candida albicans: a case report and literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB)
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Gynecological emergency ultrasound in daytime and at night: differences that cannot be ignored
Bin-Bin Jin, Yi-Zhen Gong, Yan Ma & Zhong-Hui He
Pages: 1141-1147
Published online: 20 Jun 2018
AbstractforGynecological emergency ultrasound in daytime and at night: differences that cannot be ignored | Full Text | References | PDF (355.8 KB)
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A case of developing progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy while using rituximab and mycophenolate mofetil in refractory systemic lupus erythematosus
Yuichi Ishikawa, Tadamichi Kasuya, Junichi Ishikawa, Michio Fujiwara & Yasuhiko Kita
Pages: 1149-1153
Published online: 26 Jun 2018
AbstractforA case of developing progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy while using rituximab and mycophenolate mofetil in refractory systemic lupus erythematosus | Full Text | References | PDF (583.8 KB)
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A restrictive dose of crystalloids in patients during laparoscopic cholecystectomy is safe and cost-effective: prospective, two-arm parallel, randomized controlled trial [Corrigendum]
Page: 1155
Published online: 26 Jun 2018
CitationforA restrictive dose of crystalloids in patients during laparoscopic cholecystectomy is safe and cost-effective: prospective, two-arm parallel, randomized controlled trial [Corrigendum] | Full Text | PDF (178.6 KB)
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Network meta-analysis of treatment regimens for inoperable advanced hepatocellular carcinoma with portal vein invasion
Ming-Feng Li, Henry WC Leung, Agnes LF Chan & Shyh-Yau Wang
Pages: 1157-1168
Published online: 04 Jul 2018
AbstractforNetwork meta-analysis of treatment regimens for inoperable advanced hepatocellular carcinoma with portal vein invasion | Full Text | References | PDF (943.2 KB)
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Effect of a 12-hour natural drainage technique on decreasing blood loss after total knee arthroplasty: a case-control study
Mingmin Shi, Jinjie Zhang, Yujie Zhang, Shigui Yan & Haobo Wu
Pages: 1169-1174
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforEffect of a 12-hour natural drainage technique on decreasing blood loss after total knee arthroplasty: a case-control study | Full Text | References | PDF (580.1 KB)
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Pulse pressure variation and pleth variability index as predictors of fluid responsiveness in patients undergoing spinal surgery in the prone position
Do-Hyeong Kim, Seokyung Shin, Ji Young Kim, Seung Hyun Kim, Minju Jo & Yong Seon Choi
Pages: 1175-1183
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforPulse pressure variation and pleth variability index as predictors of fluid responsiveness in patients undergoing spinal surgery in the prone position | Full Text | References | PDF (512.6 KB)
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Efficacy of zofenopril in combination with thiazide diuretics in patients with acute myocardial infarction: a pooled individual data analysis of four randomized, double-blind, controlled, prospective studies
Claudio Borghi, Stefano Omboni, Giorgio Reggiardo, Stefano Bacchelli, Daniela Degli Esposti, Ettore Ambrosioni & On behalf of the SMILE Working Project
Pages: 1185-1190
Published online: 09 Jul 2018
AbstractforEfficacy of zofenopril in combination with thiazide diuretics in patients with acute myocardial infarction: a pooled individual data analysis of four randomized, double-blind, controlled, prospective studies | Full Text | References | PDF (521.5 KB)
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A meta-analysis and systematic review evaluating the use of erythropoietin in total hip and knee arthroplasty
Yi Li, Pengbin Yin, Houchen Lv, Yutong Meng, Licheng Zhang & Peifu Tang
Pages: 1191-1204
Published online: 10 Jul 2018
AbstractforA meta-analysis and systematic review evaluating the use of erythropoietin in total hip and knee arthroplasty | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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Delayed surgical and non-surgical treatment of placental remnants: no difference was found in the clinical efficacy and long-term pregnancy outcomes
Weilin Chen, Zhibo Zhang & Xinyan Liu
Pages: 1205-1212
Published online: 10 Jul 2018
AbstractforDelayed surgical and non-surgical treatment of placental remnants: no difference was found in the clinical efficacy and long-term pregnancy outcomes | Full Text | References | PDF (351.2 KB)
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Effect of denosumab on bone mineral density in Japanese women with osteopenia treated with aromatase inhibitors for breast cancer: subgroup analyses of a Phase II study
Katsuhiko Nakatsukasa, Hiroshi Koyama, Yoshimi Ouchi, Kouichi Sakaguchi, Yoshifumi Fujita, Takayuki Matsuda, Makoto Kato, Eiichi Konishi & Tetsuya Taguchi
Pages: 1213-1218
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforEffect of denosumab on bone mineral density in Japanese women with osteopenia treated with aromatase inhibitors for breast cancer: subgroup analyses of a Phase II study | Full Text | References | PDF (667.5 KB)
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Efficacy and safety of Ginkgo biloba extract as an “add-on” treatment to metformin for patients with metabolic syndrome: a pilot clinical study
Tavga Ahmed Aziz, Saad Abdulrahman Hussain, Taha Othman Mahwi & Zheen Aorahman Ahmed
Pages: 1219-1226
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforEfficacy and safety of Ginkgo biloba extract as an “add-on” treatment to metformin for patients with metabolic syndrome: a pilot clinical study | Full Text | References | PDF (421.6 KB)
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Practice survey: adherence monitoring and intervention in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology
Michele H Maddux, Shawna Ricks, Julie A Bass, James F Daniel, Ellen Carpenter & Kimberely Radford
Pages: 1227-1234
Published online: 11 Jul 2018
AbstractforPractice survey: adherence monitoring and intervention in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology | Full Text | References | PDF (278 KB)
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Demographic characteristics and complications of open and minimally invasive surgeries for renal cell carcinoma: a population-based case–control study in Taiwan
Ying-Hsu Chang, Su-Wei Chang, Chung-Yi Liu, Po-Hung Lin, Kai-Jie Yu, See-Tong Pang, Cheng-Keng Chuang, Hung-Cheng Kan & I-Hung Shao
Pages: 1235-1241
Published online: 13 Jul 2018
AbstractforDemographic characteristics and complications of open and minimally invasive surgeries for renal cell carcinoma: a population-based case–control study in Taiwan | Full Text | References | PDF (417.4 KB)
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Efficacy of denosumab therapy for neurofibromatosis type 1 with osteoporosis and history of fractures: a case report
Masashi Uehara, Yukio Nakamura, Jun Takahashi, Mikio Kamimura, Fumihiro Isobe, Tomomi Yamaguchi, Tomoki Kosho, Shigeharu Uchiyama, Takako Suzuki & Hiroyuki Kato
Pages: 1243-1246
Published online: 16 Jul 2018
AbstractforEfficacy of denosumab therapy for neurofibromatosis type 1 with osteoporosis and history of fractures: a case report | Full Text | References | PDF (217.9 KB)
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Entrectinib: an orally available, selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor for the treatment of NTRK, ROS1, and ALK fusion-positive solid tumors
Dazhi Liu, Michael Offin, Stephen Harnicar, Bob T Li & Alexander Drilon
Pages: 1247-1252
Published online: 20 Jul 2018
AbstractforEntrectinib: an orally available, selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor for the treatment of NTRK, ROS1, and ALK fusion-positive solid tumors | Full Text | References | PDF (308.8 KB)
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Prereduction traction for the prevention of avascular necrosis before closed reduction for developmental dysplasia of the hip: a meta-analysis
Kun-Bo Park, Viranchi Narendra Vaidya, Hyejung Shin & Yoon Hae Kwak
Pages: 1253-1260
Published online: 24 Jul 2018
AbstractforPrereduction traction for the prevention of avascular necrosis before closed reduction for developmental dysplasia of the hip: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (704.3 KB)
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Discrimination ability of the endotracheal tube location using real-time palpation during intubation using an endotracheal tube with a preloaded stylet
Go Un Roh, Yun Jeong Chae, Young Bok Lee, Wikwang Wang, Chang Ik Choi & In Kyong Yi
Pages: 1261-1266
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforDiscrimination ability of the endotracheal tube location using real-time palpation during intubation using an endotracheal tube with a preloaded stylet | Full Text | References | PDF (255.6 KB)
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Identifying a subpopulation with higher likelihoods of early response to treatment in a heterogeneous rare disease: a post hoc study of response to teduglutide for short bowel syndrome
Kristina S Chen, Jipan Xie, Wenxi Tang, Jing Zhao, Palle B Jeppesen & James E Signorovitch
Pages: 1267-1277
Published online: 25 Jul 2018
AbstractforIdentifying a subpopulation with higher likelihoods of early response to treatment in a heterogeneous rare disease: a post hoc study of response to teduglutide for short bowel syndrome | Full Text | References | PDF (737.6 KB)
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The characteristics and risk factors for cisplatin-induced acute kidney injury in the elderly
Jie-qiong Liu, Guang-yan Cai, Si-yang Wang, Yu-huan Song, Yuan-yuan Xia, Shuang Liang, Wen-ling Wang, Sa-sa Nie, Zhe Feng & Xiang-mei Chen
Pages: 1279-1285
Published online: 25 Jul 2018
AbstractforThe characteristics and risk factors for cisplatin-induced acute kidney injury in the elderly | Full Text | References | PDF (402.2 KB)
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Angiotensin II: a new therapeutic option for vasodilatory shock
Rachel L Bussard & Laurence W Busse
Pages: 1287-1298
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAngiotensin II: a new therapeutic option for vasodilatory shock | Full Text | References | PDF (633 KB)
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Dendritic cell vaccines for high-grade gliomas
Matthew E Eagles, Farshad Nassiri, Jetan H Badhiwala, Suganth Suppiah, Saleh A Almenawer, Gelareh Zadeh & Kenneth D Aldape
Pages: 1299-1313
Published online: 26 Jul 2018
AbstractforDendritic cell vaccines for high-grade gliomas | Full Text | References | PDF (630.5 KB)
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Predisposition of functional genetic variants of A-kinase anchoring protein 10 toward acquired repolarization disorders in high-risk vascular surgery patients
Jowita Biernawska, Joanna Solek-Pastuszka, Arkadiusz Kazimierczak, Krzysztof Safranow, Mariusz Kaczmarczyk, Malgorzata Zegan-Baranska, Maciej Zukowski & Katarzyna Kotfis
Pages: 1315-1322
Published online: 26 Jul 2018
AbstractforPredisposition of functional genetic variants of A-kinase anchoring protein 10 toward acquired repolarization disorders in high-risk vascular surgery patients | Full Text | References | PDF (354.8 KB)
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Prognostic role of Toll-like receptors in cancer: a meta-analysis
Qingwen Wang, Xiankai Zhang, Tingting Xiao, Chenhua Pan, Xing Liu & Yulan Zhao
Pages: 1323-1330
Published online: 30 Jul 2018
AbstractforPrognostic role of Toll-like receptors in cancer: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (748.2 KB)
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Assessment of the Berlin Questionnaire for evaluation of hypoxemia risk in subjects undergoing deep sedation for screening gastrointestinal endoscopy
Shiue-Chin Liou, Chen-Ming Hsu, Chit Chen, Ming-Yao Su & Cheng-Tang Chiu
Pages: 1331-1336
Published online: 30 Jul 2018
AbstractforAssessment of the Berlin Questionnaire for evaluation of hypoxemia risk in subjects undergoing deep sedation for screening gastrointestinal endoscopy | Full Text | References | PDF (246.1 KB)
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Management and outcomes of hyperparathyroidism: a case series from a single institution over two decades
Hassan Al-Thani, Moamena El-Matbouly, Maryam Al-Sulaiti, Mohammad Asim, Ahmad Majzoub, Abdelhakem Tabeb & Ayman El-Menyar
Pages: 1337-1345
Published online: 31 Jul 2018
AbstractforManagement and outcomes of hyperparathyroidism: a case series from a single institution over two decades | Full Text | References | PDF (578 KB)
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Serum uric acid on admission cannot predict long-term outcome of critically ill patients: a retrospective cohort study
Qinchang Chen, Kai Huang, Lingling Li, Xixia Lin, Cong Ding, Junrui Zhang & Qingui Chen
Pages: 1347-1359
Published online: 02 Aug 2018
AbstractforSerum uric acid on admission cannot predict long-term outcome of critically ill patients: a retrospective cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Clinical features of patients with lung cancer accompanied by thromboembolism or disseminated intravascular coagulation
Nobuhiro Kanaji, Hitoshi Mizoguchi, Takuya Inoue, Akira Tadokoro, Naoki Watanabe, Tomoya Ishii, Yasunori Tojo, Masahiro Yamaguchi & Norimitsu Kadowaki
Pages: 1361-1368
Published online: 01 Aug 2018
AbstractforClinical features of patients with lung cancer accompanied by thromboembolism or disseminated intravascular coagulation | Full Text | References | PDF (457.8 KB)
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Adjunctive lacosamide treatment for adult focal-onset epilepsy: focus on comorbid intellectual/developmental disorders and differing responses
Ebru Apaydın Doğan, Umuttan Doğan, Emine Genç, Çağla Erdoğan & Bülent Oğuz Genç
Pages: 1369-1377
Published online: 02 Aug 2018
AbstractforAdjunctive lacosamide treatment for adult focal-onset epilepsy: focus on comorbid intellectual/developmental disorders and differing responses | Full Text | References | PDF (594.7 KB)
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Azilsartan improves the effects of etanercept in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis: a pilot study
Naza Mohammed Ali Mahmood, Saad Abdulrahman Hussain & Raouf Rahim Mirza
Pages: 1379-1385
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAzilsartan improves the effects of etanercept in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis: a pilot study | Full Text | References | PDF (660 KB)
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Intraoperative anterior optical coherence tomography-guided synechiolysis in a post-penetrating keratoplasty patient with peripheral corneal opacification
Aleksandra Petrovic, Christina Gianniou, Kattayoon Hashemi & Georgios Kymionis
Pages: 1387-1390
Published online: 07 Aug 2018
AbstractforIntraoperative anterior optical coherence tomography-guided synechiolysis in a post-penetrating keratoplasty patient with peripheral corneal opacification | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Diagnostic value of oral “beefy red” patch in vitamin B12 deficiency
Peiru Zhou, Hong Hua, Zhimin Yan, Liwu Zheng & Xiaosong Liu
Pages: 1391-1397
Published online: 07 Aug 2018
AbstractforDiagnostic value of oral “beefy red” patch in vitamin B12 deficiency | Full Text | References | PDF (858.9 KB)
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Bilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata: a case report and review of the literature
Yutaka Kuroda, Toshiyuki Kawai, Koji Goto & Shuichi Matsuda
Pages: 1399-1405
Published online: 14 Aug 2018
AbstractforBilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata: a case report and review of the literature | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB)
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Risk factors and utility of maximum carotid intima–media thickness as a surrogate marker for coronary artery stenosis
Keiji Hirai, Shigeki Imamura, Aizan Hirai, Kazuo Misumi, Susumu Ookawara & Yoshiyuki Morishita
Pages: 1407-1416
Published online: 13 Aug 2018
AbstractforRisk factors and utility of maximum carotid intima–media thickness as a surrogate marker for coronary artery stenosis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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Biomaterial suture Vicryl Plus reduces wound-related complications
Qian Zhang, Chao Zhang, Xuanyu Fang, Xu Luo & Jiwei Guo
Pages: 1417-1421
Published online: 13 Aug 2018
AbstractforBiomaterial suture Vicryl Plus reduces wound-related complications | Full Text | References | PDF (968.8 KB)
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Seventy-two-hour emergency department revisits among adults with chronic diseases: a Saudi Arabian study
Anwar E Ahmed, Doaa A AlBuraikan, Hend R Almazroa, Manair N Alrajhi, Bashayr I ALMuqbil, Monirah A Albaijan, Majid A Alsalamah & Hamdan AL-Jahdali
Pages: 1423-1428
Published online: 14 Aug 2018
AbstractforSeventy-two-hour emergency department revisits among adults with chronic diseases: a Saudi Arabian study | Full Text | References | PDF (332.8 KB)
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Successful repair of total hand degloving injury by avulsed skin in situ replantation through vascular transplantation: a case report
Yapeng Wang, Yongjun Rui, Jiandong Zhou, Fengfeng Li, Yongwei Wu & Jun Liu
Pages: 1429-1433
Published online: 17 Aug 2018
AbstractforSuccessful repair of total hand degloving injury by avulsed skin in situ replantation through vascular transplantation: a case report | Full Text | References | PDF (2.2 MB)
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Hydroxychloroquine and risk of development of cancers: a nationwide population-based cohort study
I-Chieh Mao, Ching-Yeh Lin, Chia-Lin Wu, Chew-Teng Kor & Chia-Chu Chang
Pages: 1435-1443
Published online: 20 Aug 2018
AbstractforHydroxychloroquine and risk of development of cancers: a nationwide population-based cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (714.3 KB)
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Pancolitis associated with higher mortality risk of cytomegalovirus colitis in patients without inflammatory bowel disease
Puo-Hsien Le, Chia-Jung Kuo, Ren-Chin Wu, Jun-Te Hsu, Ming-Yao Su, Chun-Jung Lin & Cheng-Tang Chiu
Pages: 1445-1451
Published online: 20 Aug 2018
AbstractforPancolitis associated with higher mortality risk of cytomegalovirus colitis in patients without inflammatory bowel disease | Full Text | References | PDF (4.2 MB)
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A vascular access and midlines program can decrease hospital-acquired central line-associated bloodstream infections and cost to a community-based hospital
Rahul Pathak, Sumalatha Gangina, Falina Jairam & Kimberly Hinton
Pages: 1453-1456
Published online: 21 Aug 2018
AbstractforA vascular access and midlines program can decrease hospital-acquired central line-associated bloodstream infections and cost to a community-based hospital | Full Text | References | PDF (194.1 KB)
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Drug-induced interstitial lung disease in the treatment of malignant lymphoma as a potential diagnostic marker: a comparison of serum Krebs von Lungen-6 and thymus and activation-regulated chemokine/CC chemokine ligand 17
Hiromichi Yamane, Nobuaki Ochi, Yasunari Nagasaki, Tomoko Yamagishi, Yoshihiro Honda, Nozomu Nakagawa, Masami Takeyama, Hidekazu Nakanishi & Nagio Takigawa
Pages: 1457-1465
Published online: 21 Aug 2018
AbstractforDrug-induced interstitial lung disease in the treatment of malignant lymphoma as a potential diagnostic marker: a comparison of serum Krebs von Lungen-6 and thymus and activation-regulated chemokine/CC chemokine ligand 17 | Full Text | References | PDF (979.9 KB)
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Small bowel gastrointestinal stromal tumor: a retrospective study of 32 cases at a single center and review of the literature
Lei Zhou, Yusheng Liao, Jie Wu, Jing Yang, Heng Zhang, Xiangyang Wang & Shengbin Sun
Pages: 1467-1481
Published online: 22 Aug 2018
AbstractforSmall bowel gastrointestinal stromal tumor: a retrospective study of 32 cases at a single center and review of the literature | Full Text | References | PDF (9 MB)
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Use of idarucizumab in reversing dabigatran anticoagulant effect: a critical appraisal
Marco Proietti & Giuseppe Boriani
Pages: 1483-1488
Published online: 22 Aug 2018
AbstractforUse of idarucizumab in reversing dabigatran anticoagulant effect: a critical appraisal | Full Text | References | PDF (940.8 KB)
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Targeting p19 as a treatment option for psoriasis: an evidence-based review of guselkumab
Todd Wechter, Abigail Cline & Steven R Feldman
Pages: 1489-1497
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforTargeting p19 as a treatment option for psoriasis: an evidence-based review of guselkumab | Full Text | References | PDF (394.9 KB)
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Epicardial adipose tissue volume is associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and cardiovascular risk factors in the general population
Xiangbin Meng, Wenyao Wang, Kuo Zhang, Yu Qi, Shimin An, Siyuan Wang, Jilin Zheng, Joyce Kong, Henghui Liu, Jing Wu, Yong Zhou, Chuanyu Gao & Yi-Da Tang
Pages: 1499-1506
Published online: 23 Aug 2018
AbstractforEpicardial adipose tissue volume is associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and cardiovascular risk factors in the general population | Full Text | References | PDF (596.9 KB)
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Effect of continuous positive airway pressure on allergic rhinitis in patients with obstructive sleep apnea–hypopnea syndrome
Qintai Yang, Hui Li, Weijun Wu, Xuekun Huang, Bo Tu, Yukun Ma, Huiyi Deng, Meijiao Li, Hongfeng He, Can Li & Yongqi Yang
Pages: 1507-1513
Published online: 24 Aug 2018
AbstractforEffect of continuous positive airway pressure on allergic rhinitis in patients with obstructive sleep apnea–hypopnea syndrome | Full Text | References | PDF (506.8 KB)
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What is the role of adipokines in myasthenia gravis?
Izabela Rozmilowska, Damian Czyzewski, Bogdan Mazur & Monika Adamczyk-Sowa
Pages: 1515-1525
Published online: 28 Aug 2018
AbstractforWhat is the role of adipokines in myasthenia gravis? | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB)
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Diagnostic value of PD-1 mRNA expression combined with breast ultrasound in breast cancer patients
Jianhua Fang, Yi Shao, Jiezhi Su, Ying Wan, Lingyun Bao, Wei Wang & Fanlei Kong
Pages: 1527-1535
Published online: 28 Aug 2018
AbstractforDiagnostic value of PD-1 mRNA expression combined with breast ultrasound in breast cancer patients | Full Text | References | PDF (2.5 MB)
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The effects of AER and eGFR on outcomes of CVD in patients with T2DM in an urban community over 8 years of multifactorial treatment: the Beijing Communities Diabetes Study 18
Xue-Lian Zhang, Ming-Xia Yuan, Gang Wan, Guang-Ran Yang, Dong-Mei Li, Han-Jing Fu, Liang-Xiang Zhu, Rong-Rong Xie, Jian-Dong Zhang, Yu-Jie Lv, Yu-Ling Li, Xue-Ping Du, Zi-Ming Wang, Xue-Li Cui, De-Yuan Liu, Ying Gao, Shu-Yan Cheng, Qian Wang, Yu Ji, Guang-Wei Li & Shen-Yuan Yuan
Pages: 1537-1545
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforThe effects of AER and eGFR on outcomes of CVD in patients with T2DM in an urban community over 8 years of multifactorial treatment: the Beijing Communities Diabetes Study 18 | Full Text | References | PDF (697.5 KB)
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Rare complications of neurofibromatosis 1 diagnosed incidentally in two children
Cecilia Lazea, Carmen Asavoaie, Camelia Al-Khzouz & Lenuta Popa
Pages: 1547-1552
Published online: 31 Aug 2018
AbstractforRare complications of neurofibromatosis 1 diagnosed incidentally in two children | Full Text | References | PDF (2.2 MB)
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The outcome of pediatric patients undergoing congenital cardiac surgery under pulsatile cardiopulmonary bypass in different frequencies
Guanhua Li, Wen Jiang, Yu Zhang, Xiaohua Zhang, Jimei Chen, Jian Zhuang & Chengbin Zhou
Pages: 1553-1561
Published online: 03 Sep 2018
AbstractforThe outcome of pediatric patients undergoing congenital cardiac surgery under pulsatile cardiopulmonary bypass in different frequencies | Full Text | References | PDF (456.3 KB)
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Durability of initial antidiabetic monotherapy and subsequent treatment adjustment patterns among newly treated type 2 diabetes patients
Yoojin Noh, Sukhyang Lee & Sooyoung Shin
Pages: 1563-1571
Published online: 03 Sep 2018
AbstractforDurability of initial antidiabetic monotherapy and subsequent treatment adjustment patterns among newly treated type 2 diabetes patients | Full Text | References | PDF (568.5 KB)
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The potential of CAR T therapy for relapsed or refractory pediatric and young adult B-cell ALL
Matthew H Forsberg, Amritava Das, Krishanu Saha & Christian M Capitini
Pages: 1573-1584
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforThe potential of CAR T therapy for relapsed or refractory pediatric and young adult B-cell ALL | Full Text | References | PDF (706.4 KB)
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A preliminary evaluation of serum level of testosterone, LH, and FSH in patients with varicocele after varicocelectomy as a kidney-related disease
Mansour Alizadeh, Ali Nasebakht, Rohollah Valizadeh, Mohammadreza Mohammadi Fallah, Ali Taghizadeh Afshari, Mohsen Mohammad Rahimi & Chimen Daneshyar
Pages: 1585-1590
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforA preliminary evaluation of serum level of testosterone, LH, and FSH in patients with varicocele after varicocelectomy as a kidney-related disease | Full Text | References | PDF (249.8 KB)
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Polypharmacy leads to increased prevalence of potentially inappropriate medication in the Indonesian geriatric population visiting primary care facilities
Rizky Abdulah, Widya N Insani, Dika P Destiani, Nurul Rohmaniasari, Nithya D Mohenathas & Melisa I Barliana
Pages: 1591-1597
Published online: 04 Sep 2018
AbstractforPolypharmacy leads to increased prevalence of potentially inappropriate medication in the Indonesian geriatric population visiting primary care facilities | Full Text | References | PDF (320.5 KB)
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Drug-induced tubulointerstitial nephritis in a retrospective study using spontaneous reporting system database
Saki Oyama, Keiko Hosohata, Ayaka Inada, Iku Niinomi, Yasuhiro Mori, Yuki Yamaguchi, Mayako Uchida & Kazunori Iwanaga
Pages: 1599-1604
Published online: 05 Sep 2018
AbstractforDrug-induced tubulointerstitial nephritis in a retrospective study using spontaneous reporting system database | Full Text | References | PDF (272.7 KB)
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The addition of capnography to standard monitoring reduces hypoxemic events during gastrointestinal endoscopic sedation: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Seung Hyun Kim, Minsu Park, Jinae Lee, Eungjin Kim & Yong Seon Choi
Pages: 1605-1614
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforThe addition of capnography to standard monitoring reduces hypoxemic events during gastrointestinal endoscopic sedation: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (595.5 KB)
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Impacts of age and gender at the risk of underlying medical conditions and death in patients with avian influenza A (H7N9): a meta-analysis study
Qinglin Cheng, Gang Zhao, Li Xie & Xuchu Wang
Pages: 1615-1626
Published online: 06 Sep 2018
AbstractforImpacts of age and gender at the risk of underlying medical conditions and death in patients with avian influenza A (H7N9): a meta-analysis study | Full Text | References | PDF (1.7 MB)
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Th17/Treg homeostasis, but not Th1/Th2 homeostasis, is implicated in exacerbation of human bronchial asthma
Xiao-ling Zou, Zhuang-gui Chen, Tian-tuo Zhang, Ding-yun Feng, Hong-tao Li & Hai-ling Yang
Pages: 1627-1636
Published online: 06 Sep 2018
AbstractforTh17/Treg homeostasis, but not Th1/Th2 homeostasis, is implicated in exacerbation of human bronchial asthma | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB)
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Ertugliflozin: a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor for glycemic control in type 2 diabetes
Giuseppe Derosa & Pamela Maffioli
Pages: 1637-1640
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforErtugliflozin: a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor for glycemic control in type 2 diabetes | Full Text | References | PDF (214.2 KB)
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New-onset of postoperative atrial fibrillation is likely to recur in the absence of other triggers
Jesper Park-Hansen, Anders M Greve, Johan Clausen, Susanne J Holme, Christian L Carranza, Akhmadjon Irmukhamedov, Lubna Sabah, Qing Lin, Anne Sofie Madsen & Helena Domínguez
Pages: 1641-1647
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforNew-onset of postoperative atrial fibrillation is likely to recur in the absence of other triggers | Full Text | References | PDF (495.9 KB)
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What is known about deferasirox chelation therapy in pediatric HSCT recipients: two case reports of metabolic acidosis
Carmen Fucile, Francesca Mattioli, Valeria Marini, Massimo Gregori, Aurelio Sonzogni, Antonietta Martelli & Natalia Maximova
Pages: 1649-1655
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforWhat is known about deferasirox chelation therapy in pediatric HSCT recipients: two case reports of metabolic acidosis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB)
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A case of probable oxybutynin-induced increase in liver enzymes
Haneen Alrawashdeh, Lama Madi, Arwa Hassan Ahmed Elhada, Afif Ahmed & Dhiaddin Serheed
Pages: 1657-1660
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforA case of probable oxybutynin-induced increase in liver enzymes | Full Text | References | PDF (350.7 KB)
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An unusual successful treatment with non-sulfonamides: primary cutaneous nocardiosis caused by Nocardia brasiliensis
Nian Chen, Qin Qin, Ke-Dai Sun, Dan Luo & Qiong-Hui Cheng
Pages: 1661-1664
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAn unusual successful treatment with non-sulfonamides: primary cutaneous nocardiosis caused by Nocardia brasiliensis | Full Text | References | PDF (1 MB)
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Article
Sanders type 3–4 calcaneal fractures fixed with locking plate: does tri-cortical iliac bone autograft provide extra benefit for stabilization?
Tugrul Bulut, Merve Gursoy, Tahir Ozturk, Cem Ozcan & Muhittin Sener
Pages: 1665-1670
Published online: 11 Sep 2018
AbstractforSanders type 3–4 calcaneal fractures fixed with locking plate: does tri-cortical iliac bone autograft provide extra benefit for stabilization? | Full Text | References | PDF (508.9 KB)
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Meconium-stained amniotic fluid: a risk factor for postpartum hemorrhage
Carlo Bouchè, Uri Wiesenfeld, Luca Ronfani, Roberto Simeone, Paolo Bogatti, Kristina Skerk & Giuseppe Ricci
Pages: 1671-1675
Published online: 11 Sep 2018
AbstractforMeconium-stained amniotic fluid: a risk factor for postpartum hemorrhage | Full Text | References | PDF (271.8 KB)
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Case Report
Combined reperfusion therapy to treat cryptogenic acute ischemic stroke during the first trimester of pregnancy: case report and literature review
François Zhu, Benjamin Gory, Gioia Mione, Lisa Humbertjean, Anne-Laure Derelle & Sébastien Richard
Pages: 1677-1683
Published online: 11 Sep 2018
AbstractforCombined reperfusion therapy to treat cryptogenic acute ischemic stroke during the first trimester of pregnancy: case report and literature review | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB)
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Effectiveness of intramuscular neostigmine to accelerate bladder emptying after spinal anesthesia
Tjokorda Gde Agung Senapathi, Made Wiryana, I Made Subagiartha, I Putu Pramana Suarjaya, I Made Gede Widnyana, Ida Bagus Krisna Jaya Sutawan, A A Gde Putra Semara Jaya & Andri Thewidya
Pages: 1685-1689
Published online: 11 Sep 2018
AbstractforEffectiveness of intramuscular neostigmine to accelerate bladder emptying after spinal anesthesia | Full Text | References | PDF (282.5 KB)
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Clinical observation of immune checkpoint inhibitors in the treatment of advanced pancreatic cancer: a real-world study in Chinese cohort
Danyang Sun, Junxun Ma, Jinliang Wang, Fan Zhang, Lijie Wang, Sujie Zhang, Guangying Chen, Xiaoyan Li, Wushuang Du, Pengfei Cui & Yi Hu
Pages: 1691-1700
Published online: 11 Sep 2018
AbstractforClinical observation of immune checkpoint inhibitors in the treatment of advanced pancreatic cancer: a real-world study in Chinese cohort | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Fluid resuscitation in critically ill patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Chao Liu, Zhi Mao, Pan Hu, Xin Hu, Hongjun Kang, Jie Hu, Zhifang Yang, Penglin Ma & Feihu Zhou
Pages: 1701-1709
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforFluid resuscitation in critically ill patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (2.4 MB)
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Krait envenomation in Thailand
Achara Tongpoo, Charuwan Sriapha, Aimon Pradoo, Umaporn Udomsubpayakul, Sahaphume Srisuma, Winai Wananukul & Satariya Trakulsrichai
Pages: 1711-1717
Published online: 13 Sep 2018
AbstractforKrait envenomation in Thailand | Full Text | References | PDF (269.9 KB)
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Preoperatively elevated serum inflammatory markers increase the risk of periprosthetic joint infection following total knee arthroplasty in patients with osteoarthritis
Chi Xu, Heng Guo, Pengfei Qu, Jun Fu, Feng-Chih Kuo & Ji-Ying Chen
Pages: 1719-1724
Published online: 17 Sep 2018
AbstractforPreoperatively elevated serum inflammatory markers increase the risk of periprosthetic joint infection following total knee arthroplasty in patients with osteoarthritis | Full Text | References | PDF (595.2 KB)
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Association of different glucose traits with kidney function decline risk in a Chinese community-based population without chronic kidney disease
Xingang Wang, Fangfang Fan, Jia Jia, Xin Xu, Xianhui Qin, Bo Zheng, Haixia Li, Liguang Dong, Shuyu Wang, Jianping Li, Yong Huo, Jingtao Dou & Yan Zhang
Pages: 1725-1734
Published online: 17 Sep 2018
AbstractforAssociation of different glucose traits with kidney function decline risk in a Chinese community-based population without chronic kidney disease | Full Text | References | PDF (545.7 KB)
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Epidemiology, microbiology, and treatment patterns of pediatric patients hospitalized with pneumonia at two hospitals in China: a patient chart review study [Corrigendum]
Page: 1735
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
CitationforEpidemiology, microbiology, and treatment patterns of pediatric patients hospitalized with pneumonia at two hospitals in China: a patient chart review study [Corrigendum] | Full Text | PDF (143.4 KB)
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Review Article
Safinamide in the management of patients with Parkinson’s disease not stabilized on levodopa: a review of the current clinical evidence
Sagari Bette, Danielle S Shpiner, Carlos Singer & Henry Moore
Pages: 1737-1745
Published online: 18 Sep 2018
AbstractforSafinamide in the management of patients with Parkinson’s disease not stabilized on levodopa: a review of the current clinical evidence | Full Text | References | PDF (341.9 KB)
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Article
Risk of hip fracture in patients on dialysis or kidney transplant: a meta-analysis of 14 cohort studies
Jiachang Tan, Yuping Li, Zhenjie Wu & Jinmin Zhao
Pages: 1747-1755
Published online: 24 Sep 2018
AbstractforRisk of hip fracture in patients on dialysis or kidney transplant: a meta-analysis of 14 cohort studies | Full Text | References | PDF (801 KB)
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Changes in cardiovascular risk and clinical outcomes in a HIV/AIDS cohort study over a 1-year period at a specialized clinic in Mexico
Angelica Cibrián-Ponce, Miguel A Sánchez-Alemán, Sara García-Jiménez, Eduardo Pérez-Martínez, Germán Bernal-Fernández, Miguel Castañon-Mayo, Laura Ávila-Jiménez & Cairo D Toledano-Jaimes
Pages: 1757-1764
Published online: 25 Sep 2018
AbstractforChanges in cardiovascular risk and clinical outcomes in a HIV/AIDS cohort study over a 1-year period at a specialized clinic in Mexico | Full Text | References | PDF (427.8 KB)
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A multicentric pharmacovigilance study: collection and analysis of adverse drug reactions in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis patients
Agnese Gugliandolo, Federica Longo, Maria Giovanna Marrosu, Giovanni Luigi Mancardi, Ilaria Gandoglia, Maurizio Melis, Fabrizio Lo Giudice, Placido Bramanti & Emanuela Mazzon
Pages: 1765-1788
Published online: 26 Sep 2018
AbstractforA multicentric pharmacovigilance study: collection and analysis of adverse drug reactions in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis patients | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Efficacy and cardiac safety of the concurrent use of trastuzumab and anthracycline-based neoadjuvant chemotherapy for HER2-positive breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Yu-Tuan Wu, Zhou Xu, Ke Zhang, Jiu-song Wu, Xin Li, Bilal Arshad, Ying-Cun Li, Zhong-Liang Wang, Hong-Yuan Li, Kai-Nan Wu & Ling-Quan Kong
Pages: 1789-1797
Published online: 26 Sep 2018
AbstractforEfficacy and cardiac safety of the concurrent use of trastuzumab and anthracycline-based neoadjuvant chemotherapy for HER2-positive breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (4.3 MB)
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Psychotropic drug therapy in patients in the intensive care unit – usage, adverse effects, and drug interactions: a review
Mojtaba Shafiekhani, Mahtabalsadat Mirjalili & Afsaneh Vazin
Pages: 1799-1812
Published online: 28 Sep 2018
AbstractforPsychotropic drug therapy in patients in the intensive care unit – usage, adverse effects, and drug interactions: a review | Full Text | References | PDF (340.3 KB)
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Effect of pharmaceutical care interventions on glycemic control in patients with diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Sohyun Jeong, Minhee Lee & Eunhee Ji
Pages: 1813-1829
Published online: 28 Sep 2018
AbstractforEffect of pharmaceutical care interventions on glycemic control in patients with diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (896.1 KB)
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No increased risk of psoriasis in patients receiving androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer: a 17-year population-based study
Jui-Ming Liu, Chien-Yu Lin, Heng-Chang Chuang & Ren-Jun Hsu
Pages: 1831-1837
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforNo increased risk of psoriasis in patients receiving androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer: a 17-year population-based study | Full Text | References | PDF (3.1 MB)
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Open mesh and laparoscopic total extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair under spinal and general anesthesia
Oguzhan Sunamak, Turgut Donmez, Dogan Yildirim, Adnan Hut, Vuslat Muslu Erdem, Duygu Ayfer Erdem, Ibrahim Halil Ozata, Mikail Cakir & Sinan Uzman
Pages: 1839-1845
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforOpen mesh and laparoscopic total extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair under spinal and general anesthesia | Full Text | References | PDF (574.4 KB)
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Index C-reactive protein predicts increased severity in acute sigmoid diverticulitis
Aristotelis Kechagias, Anastasios Sofianidis, Georgios Zografos, Emmanouel Leandros, Nicholas Alexakis & Christos Dervenis
Pages: 1847-1853
Published online: 02 Oct 2018
AbstractforIndex C-reactive protein predicts increased severity in acute sigmoid diverticulitis | Full Text | References | PDF (372 KB)
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Association between hyperleptinemia and cardiovascular outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease
Ming-Chun Chen, Ji-Hung Wang, Chung-Jen Lee & Bang-Gee Hsu
Pages: 1855-1862
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforAssociation between hyperleptinemia and cardiovascular outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease | Full Text | References | PDF (478.9 KB)
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Lower neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio predicts high risk of multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection in patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia
Yu-Qi Zhou, Ding-Yun Feng, Wen-Juan Li, Hai-Ling Yang, Zhao-Ni Wang, Tian-Tuo Zhang & Zhuang-Gui Chen
Pages: 1863-1869
Published online: 02 Oct 2018
AbstractforLower neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio predicts high risk of multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection in patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia | Full Text | References | PDF (1 MB)
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Decreased hospital charges and postoperative pain in septoplasty by application of enhanced recovery after surgery
Zhenpeng Liao, Wei Liao, Kai Sen Tan, Yueqi Sun, Aiqing Peng, Yingxian Zhu, Haixin He, Shuowei Yang, Guangfu Xu, Rongfei Su, Jinyu Yao, Yunping Fan, Qintai Yang & Haiyu Hong
Pages: 1871-1877
Published online: 04 Oct 2018
AbstractforDecreased hospital charges and postoperative pain in septoplasty by application of enhanced recovery after surgery | Full Text | References | PDF (1.8 MB)
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Review Article
Clinical utility of ingenol mebutate in the management of actinic keratosis: perspectives from clinical practice
Nevena Skroza, Nicoletta Bernardini, Ilaria Proietti & Concetta Potenza
Pages: 1879-1885
Published online: 04 Oct 2018
AbstractforClinical utility of ingenol mebutate in the management of actinic keratosis: perspectives from clinical practice | Full Text | References | PDF (407.6 KB)
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Antiplatelet agents in perioperative noncardiac surgeries: to maintain or to suspend?
Juliana Maria Dantas Mendonça Borges, Fernanda Oliveira de Carvalho, Isla Alcântara Gomes, Mario Borges Rosa & Antonio Carlos Sobral Sousa
Pages: 1887-1895
Published online: 05 Oct 2018
AbstractforAntiplatelet agents in perioperative noncardiac surgeries: to maintain or to suspend? | Full Text | References | PDF (406 KB)
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Total talar replacement with a novel 3D printed modular prosthesis for tumors
Xiang Fang, Hongyuan Liu, Yan Xiong, Wenli Zhang, Yi Luo, Fan Wu, Yong Zhou, Liuhong Song, Zeping Yu, Chongqi Tu & Hong Duan
Pages: 1897-1905
Published online: 05 Oct 2018
AbstractforTotal talar replacement with a novel 3D printed modular prosthesis for tumors | Full Text | References | PDF (5.8 MB)
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Predictors of new oral anticoagulant drug initiation as opposed to warfarin in elderly adults: a retrospective observational study in Southern Italy
Francesca Guerriero, Valentina Orlando, Valeria Marina Monetti, Francesca Maria Colaccio, Maurizio Sessa, Cristina Scavone, Annalisa Capuano & Enrica Menditto
Pages: 1907-1914
Published online: 08 Oct 2018
AbstractforPredictors of new oral anticoagulant drug initiation as opposed to warfarin in elderly adults: a retrospective observational study in Southern Italy | Full Text | References | PDF (399.4 KB)
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Case Report
Combined therapy in the treatment of mixed etiology leg ulcer – case report
Jarosław Pasek, Grzegorz Cieślar & Aleksander Sieroń
Pages: 1915-1921
Published online: 08 Oct 2018
AbstractforCombined therapy in the treatment of mixed etiology leg ulcer – case report | Full Text | References | PDF (4 MB)
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Residual heart rate variability measures can better differentiate patients with acute myocardial infarction from patients with patent coronary artery
Jiunn-Song Jiang, Chew-Teng Kor, David Dar Kuo, Ching-Hsiung Lin, Chia-Chu Chang, Gau-Yang Chen & Cheng-Deng Kuo
Pages: 1923-1931
Published online: 08 Oct 2018
AbstractforResidual heart rate variability measures can better differentiate patients with acute myocardial infarction from patients with patent coronary artery | Full Text | References | PDF (892 KB)
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Mitochondrial diseases caused by mtDNA mutations: a mini-review
Anastasia I Ryzhkova, Margarita A Sazonova, Vasily V Sinyov, Elena V Galitsyna, Mariya M Chicheva, Alexandra A Melnichenko, Andrey V Grechko, Anton Yu Postnov, Alexander N Orekhov & Tatiana P Shkurat
Pages: 1933-1942
Published online: 09 Oct 2018
AbstractforMitochondrial diseases caused by mtDNA mutations: a mini-review | Full Text | References | PDF (350 KB)
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Additional effect of etanercept or infliximab on the liver function tests of patients with rheumatoid arthritis: a cohort study
Saeed Akhlaghi, Maryam Sahebari, Mahmoud Mahmoodi, Mehdi Yaseri, Mohammad Ali Mansournia, Houshang Rafatpanah & Hojjat Zeraati
Pages: 1943-1950
Published online: 09 Oct 2018
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Elsberg syndrome related to varicella zoster virus infection with painless skin lesions in an elderly woman with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus
Hitoki Saito, Momoko Ebashi, Masaru Kushimoto, Jin Ikeda, Fujiko Egashira, Suguru Yamaguchi, Kentaro Watanabe, Katsuhiko Ogawa, Yutaka Suzuki, Hisamitsu Ishihara & Midori Fujishiro
Pages: 1951-1954
Published online: 09 Oct 2018
AbstractforElsberg syndrome related to varicella zoster virus infection with painless skin lesions in an elderly woman with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus | Full Text | References | PDF (432.4 KB)
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Videolaryngoscopy versus fiberoptic bronchoscope for awake intubation – a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Jia Jiang, Da-Xu Ma, Bo Li, An-Shi Wu & Fu-Shan Xue
Pages: 1955-1963
Published online: 15 Oct 2018
AbstractforVideolaryngoscopy versus fiberoptic bronchoscope for awake intubation – a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials | Full Text | References | PDF (577.5 KB)
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Evaluation of factors for poor outcome in preterm newborns with posthemorrhagic hydrocephalus associated with late-onset neonatal sepsis
Marija Stevic, Dusica Simic, Nina Ristic, Ivana Budic, Vesna Marjanovic, Marija Jovanovski-Srceva, Nikola Repac, Milica Rankovic-Janevski & Goran Tasic
Pages: 1965-1973
Published online: 10 Oct 2018
AbstractforEvaluation of factors for poor outcome in preterm newborns with posthemorrhagic hydrocephalus associated with late-onset neonatal sepsis | Full Text | References | PDF (432.9 KB)
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Selection of glucocorticoid-sensitive patients in interstitial lung disease secondary to connective tissue diseases population by radiomics
Ding-Yun Feng, Yu-Qi Zhou, Yan-Fang Xing, Chuang-Feng Li, Qing Lv, Jie Dong, Jie Qin, Yue-Fei Guo, Nan Jiang, Chencui Huang, Hai-Tao Hu, Xing-Hua Guo, Jie Chen, Liang-Hong Yin, Tian-Tuo Zhang & Xing Li
Pages: 1975-1986
Published online: 10 Oct 2018
AbstractforSelection of glucocorticoid-sensitive patients in interstitial lung disease secondary to connective tissue diseases population by radiomics | Full Text | References | PDF (2.7 MB)
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One type of duplex appendix: horseshoe appendix
Jin Liu, Chengyong Dong, Haibo Wang, Deguang Sun, Rui Liang, Zhenming Gao & Liming Wang
Pages: 1987-1992
Published online: 12 Oct 2018
AbstractforOne type of duplex appendix: horseshoe appendix | Full Text | References | PDF (918.9 KB)
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Endovascular repair of type B aortic dissection with the restrictive bare stent technique: morphologic changes, technique details, and outcomes
Binshan Zha, Geliang Xu, Huagang Zhu, Wentao Xie, Zhigong Zhang, Yongsheng Li & Peng Qiu
Pages: 1993-2002
Published online: 12 Oct 2018
AbstractforEndovascular repair of type B aortic dissection with the restrictive bare stent technique: morphologic changes, technique details, and outcomes | Full Text | References | PDF (2 MB)
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Does perioperative intravenous dextrose reduce postoperative nausea and vomiting? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Seung Hyun Kim, Do-Hyeong Kim, Eungjin Kim, Hyun Jung Kim & Yong Seon Choi
Pages: 2003-2011
Published online: 15 Oct 2018
AbstractforDoes perioperative intravenous dextrose reduce postoperative nausea and vomiting? A systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (836.3 KB)
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Descending necrotizing mediastinitis in a healthy young adult
Nobuaki Ochi, Tokio Wakabayashi, Atsushi Urakami, Tomoki Yamatsuji, Naoto Ikemoto, Yasunari Nagasaki, Nozomu Nakagawa, Yoshihiro Honda, Hidekazu Nakanishi, Hiromichi Yamane, Yasumasa Monobe, Takeshi Akisada, Hiroshi Katayama, Yoshio Naomoto & Nagio Takigawa
Pages: 2013-2017
Published online: 17 Oct 2018
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A low threshold to ECG-gated repeat CTA reduces the risk of false-positive diagnosis of type A dissection in interhospital referrals: a case series study
Angela Kornberger, Iris Burck, Hazem El Beyrouti, Nancy Halloum, Andres Beiras-Fernandez & Christian-Friedrich Vahl
Pages: 2019-2027
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforA low threshold to ECG-gated repeat CTA reduces the risk of false-positive diagnosis of type A dissection in interhospital referrals: a case series study | Full Text | References | PDF (2.5 MB)
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A comprehensive overview on osteoporosis and its risk factors
Farkhondeh Pouresmaeili, Behnam Kamalidehghan, Maryam Kamarehei & Yong Meng Goh
Pages: 2029-2049
Published online: 06 Nov 2018
AbstractforA comprehensive overview on osteoporosis and its risk factors | Full Text | References | PDF (555.4 KB)
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Endoscopic treatment of biliary complications in left lobe living donor liver transplantation
Mehmet Ali Erdogan & Muhsin Murat Harputluoglu
Pages: 2051-2056
Published online: 17 Oct 2018
AbstractforEndoscopic treatment of biliary complications in left lobe living donor liver transplantation | Full Text | References | PDF (286 KB)
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Corrigendum

Correction
Lower neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio predicts high risk of multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection in patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia [Corrigendum]
Page: 2057
Published online: 23 Oct 2018
CitationforLower neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio predicts high risk of multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection in patients with hospital-acquired pneumonia [Corrigendum] | Full Text | PDF (157 KB)
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Benralizumab, an add-on treatment for severe eosinophilic asthma: evaluation of exacerbations, emergency department visits, lung function, and oral corticosteroid use
Diego Jose Maselli, Linda Rogers & Jay I Peters
Pages: 2059-2068
Published online: 23 Oct 2018
AbstractforBenralizumab, an add-on treatment for severe eosinophilic asthma: evaluation of exacerbations, emergency department visits, lung function, and oral corticosteroid use | Full Text | References | PDF (302.8 KB)
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Gene variants of osteoprotegerin, estrogen-, calcitonin- and vitamin D-receptor genes and serum markers of bone metabolism in patients with Gaucher disease type 1
Anca Zimmermann, Radu A Popp, Heidi Rossmann, Simona Bucerzan, Ioana Nascu, Daniel Leucuta, Matthias M Weber & Paula Grigorescu-Sido
Pages: 2069-2080
Published online: 24 Oct 2018
AbstractforGene variants of osteoprotegerin, estrogen-, calcitonin- and vitamin D-receptor genes and serum markers of bone metabolism in patients with Gaucher disease type 1 | Full Text | References | PDF (494 KB)
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Hematocrit and the incidence of stroke: a prospective, population-based cohort study
Renling Yang, Anxin Wang, Li Ma, Zhaoping Su, Shuohua Chen, Yilong Wang, Shouling Wu & Chen Wang
Pages: 2081-2088
Published online: 23 Oct 2018
AbstractforHematocrit and the incidence of stroke: a prospective, population-based cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (375.9 KB)
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The impact of introducing the early warning scoring system and protocol on clinical outcomes in tertiary referral university hospital
Yuda Sutherasan, Pongdhep Theerawit, Alongkot Suporn, Arkom Nongnuch, Pariya Phanachet & Chomsri Kositchaiwat
Pages: 2089-2095
Published online: 23 Oct 2018
AbstractforThe impact of introducing the early warning scoring system and protocol on clinical outcomes in tertiary referral university hospital | Full Text | References | PDF (525.7 KB)
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Personalization of biologic therapy in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: less frequently accounted choice-driving variables
Laura Niccoli, Carlotta Nannini, Corrado Blandizzi, Stefania Mantarro, Marta Mosca, Ombretta Di Munno, Delia Goletti, Maurizio Benucci, Francesca Li Gobbi, Emanuele Cassarà, Olga Kaloudi & Fabrizio Cantini
Pages: 2097-2111
Published online: 24 Oct 2018
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Efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy using vacuum-assisted closure combined with photon therapy for management of diabetic foot ulcers
Xiaoxiao Hu, Weishuai Lian, Xiaojun Zhang, Xue Yang, Jinxia Jiang & Maoquan Li
Pages: 2113-2118
Published online: 25 Oct 2018
AbstractforEfficacy of negative pressure wound therapy using vacuum-assisted closure combined with photon therapy for management of diabetic foot ulcers | Full Text | References | PDF (675.9 KB)
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CYP3A5 genotype-based model to predict tacrolimus dosage in the early postoperative period after living donor liver transplantation
Eunhee Ji, Myeong gyu Kim & Jung Mi Oh
Pages: 2119-2126
Published online: 25 Oct 2018
AbstractforCYP3A5 genotype-based model to predict tacrolimus dosage in the early postoperative period after living donor liver transplantation | Full Text | References | PDF (967.5 KB)
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Increased IL-17-producing CD8+ T cell frequency predicts short-term mortality in patients with hepatitis B virus-related acute-on-chronic liver failure
Geng-lin Zhang, Ting Zhang, Qi-yi Zhao, Chan Xie, Chao-shuang Lin & Zhi-liang Gao
Pages: 2127-2136
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforIncreased IL-17-producing CD8+ T cell frequency predicts short-term mortality in patients with hepatitis B virus-related acute-on-chronic liver failure | Full Text | References | PDF (897.1 KB)
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Experience with alendronate treatment for four years among Japanese men with osteoporosis or osteopenia and clinical risk factors for fractures [Expression of concern]
Page: 2137
Published online: 30 Oct 2018
CitationforExperience with alendronate treatment for four years among Japanese men with osteoporosis or osteopenia and clinical risk factors for fractures [Expression of concern] | Full Text | PDF (146.7 KB)
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Analysis of a pharmacist-led adverse drug event management model for pharmacovigilance in an academic medical center hospital in China
Wei He, Difei Yao, Yangmin Hu & Haibin Dai
Pages: 2139-2147
Published online: 30 Oct 2018
AbstractforAnalysis of a pharmacist-led adverse drug event management model for pharmacovigilance in an academic medical center hospital in China | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Effect of intrawound vancomycin application in spinal surgery on the incidence of surgical site infection: a meta-analysis
Abuduwufuer Tailaiti, Jun Shang, Shuo Shan & Aikeremujiang Muheremu
Pages: 2149-2159
Published online: 31 Oct 2018
AbstractforEffect of intrawound vancomycin application in spinal surgery on the incidence of surgical site infection: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1 MB)
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Risk factors for surgical site infection following lumbar spinal surgery: a meta-analysis
Lin Zhang & Er-Nan Li
Pages: 2161-2169
Published online: 31 Oct 2018
AbstractforRisk factors for surgical site infection following lumbar spinal surgery: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (761.5 KB)
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Mycophenolate therapy in interstitial pneumonia with autoimmune features: a cohort study
Sara S McCoy, Zubin Mukadam, Keith C Meyer, Jeffrey P Kanne, Cristopher A Meyer, Maria D Martin, Emmanuel Sampene, Scott W Aesif, Laurie N Rice & Christie M Bartels
Pages: 2171-2181
Published online: 01 Nov 2018
AbstractforMycophenolate therapy in interstitial pneumonia with autoimmune features: a cohort study | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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The association between metabolic syndrome and asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis in menopausal women: a cross-sectional study in a Chinese population
Bin Zhu, Lei Zhang, Xiao Ping Cheng, Lei Wang, Yue Tian, Xi Xi Li, Ying Ping Liu & Zhi Gang Zhao
Pages: 2183-2188
Published online: 02 Nov 2018
AbstractforThe association between metabolic syndrome and asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis in menopausal women: a cross-sectional study in a Chinese population | Full Text | References | PDF (417.9 KB)
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Review Article
Targeted treatment of advanced ovarian cancer: spotlight on rucaparib
Diana C Pearre & Krishnansu S Tewari
Pages: 2189-2201
Published online: 02 Nov 2018
AbstractforTargeted treatment of advanced ovarian cancer: spotlight on rucaparib | Full Text | References | PDF (683.6 KB)
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Balancing intubation time with postoperative risk in cardiac surgery patients – a retrospective cohort analysis
Katarzyna Kotfis, Aleksandra Szylińska, Mariusz Listewnik, Kacper Lechowicz, Monika Kosiorowska, Sylwester Drożdżal, Mirosław Brykczyński, Iwona Rotter & Maciej Żukowski
Pages: 2203-2212
Published online: 26 Dec 2022
AbstractforBalancing intubation time with postoperative risk in cardiac surgery patients – a retrospective cohort analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (499 KB)
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Short- and long-term outcomes in elderly patients with locally advanced non-small-cell lung cancer treated using video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomy
Like Zhang
Pages: 2213-2220
Published online: 08 Nov 2018
AbstractforShort- and long-term outcomes in elderly patients with locally advanced non-small-cell lung cancer treated using video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomy | Full Text | References | PDF (852.4 KB)
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Complex calculation or quick glance? Mean platelet volume – new predictive marker for pulmonary embolism
Anna Lipinska, Anna Ledakowicz-Polak, Grzegorz Krauza, Katarzyna Przybylak & Marzenna Zielinska
Pages: 2221-2228
Published online: 09 Nov 2018
AbstractforComplex calculation or quick glance? Mean platelet volume – new predictive marker for pulmonary embolism | Full Text | References | PDF (1.2 MB)
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Comparative study of antiretroviral drug regimens and drug–drug interactions between younger and older HIV-infected patients at a tertiary care teaching hospital in South Korea
Mi Seon Park, Young-Mo Yang, Ju-Sin Kim & Eun Joo Choi
Pages: 2229-2241
Published online: 12 Nov 2018
AbstractforComparative study of antiretroviral drug regimens and drug–drug interactions between younger and older HIV-infected patients at a tertiary care teaching hospital in South Korea | Full Text | References | PDF (511 KB)
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Clinical validation of the Cervista® high-risk human papillomavirus test in Chinese women from Fujian province: a cross-sectional study
Xiaodan Mao, Guanyu Ruan, Binhua Dong, Lihua Chen, Shuxia Xu, Fen Lin & Pengming Sun
Pages: 2243-2253
Published online: 16 Nov 2018
AbstractforClinical validation of the Cervista® high-risk human papillomavirus test in Chinese women from Fujian province: a cross-sectional study | Full Text | References | PDF (1.5 MB)
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Uncontrolled hyperlipidemia in Chinese patients who experienced acute coronary syndrome: an observational study
Jie Jiang, Yu-Jie Zhou, Jian-Jun Li, Jun-Bo Ge, Ying-Qing Feng, Yong Huo & On behalf of ASAP Study Investigators
Pages: 2255-2264
Published online: 16 Nov 2018
AbstractforUncontrolled hyperlipidemia in Chinese patients who experienced acute coronary syndrome: an observational study | Full Text | References | PDF (462.5 KB)
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Perceptions of heart failure symptoms, disease severity, treatment decision-making, and side effects by patients and cardiologists: a multinational survey in a cardiology setting
Sara Bruce Wirta, Bogdan Balas, Catia C Proenca, Hollie Bailey, Zoe Phillips, James Jackson & Sarah Cotton
Pages: 2265-2272
Published online: 16 Nov 2018
AbstractforPerceptions of heart failure symptoms, disease severity, treatment decision-making, and side effects by patients and cardiologists: a multinational survey in a cardiology setting | Full Text | References | PDF (685.8 KB)
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Which drugs cause treatment-related problems? Analysis of 10,672 problems within the outpatient setting
Ghaith M Al-Taani, Sayer I Al-Azzam, Karem H Alzoubi & Mamoon A Aldeyab
Pages: 2273-2281
Published online: 16 Nov 2018
AbstractforWhich drugs cause treatment-related problems? Analysis of 10,672 problems within the outpatient setting | Full Text | References | PDF (304 KB)
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Childhood-onset growth hormone deficiency and the transition to adulthood: current perspective
M Ahmid, SF Ahmed & MG Shaikh
Pages: 2283-2291
Published online: 23 Nov 2018
AbstractforChildhood-onset growth hormone deficiency and the transition to adulthood: current perspective | Full Text | References | PDF (422.1 KB)
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TVT versus TOT in the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Zhong-Ming Huang, He Xiao, Zhi-Gang Ji, Wei-Gang Yan & Yan-Sheng Zhang
Pages: 2293-2303
Published online: 20 Nov 2018
AbstractforTVT versus TOT in the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (2.1 MB)
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The possible effect of SCN1A and SCN2A genetic variants on carbamazepine response among Khyber Pakhtunkhwa epileptic patients, Pakistan
Haleema Rehana Nazish, Niaz Ali & Shakir Ullah
Pages: 2305-2313
Published online: 21 Nov 2018
AbstractforThe possible effect of SCN1A and SCN2A genetic variants on carbamazepine response among Khyber Pakhtunkhwa epileptic patients, Pakistan | Full Text | References | PDF (588.5 KB)
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The expressions of NGF and VEGF in the fracture tissues are closely associated with accelerated clavicle fracture healing in patients with traumatic brain injury
Ran Zhang, Yi Liang & Shuxiang Wei
Pages: 2315-2322
Published online: 21 Nov 2018
AbstractforThe expressions of NGF and VEGF in the fracture tissues are closely associated with accelerated clavicle fracture healing in patients with traumatic brain injury | Full Text | References | PDF (3.1 MB)
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Airway obstruction caused by pharyngolaryngeal swelling after intraoral removal of a submandibular gland stone
Satomi Sugiyama, Toshinori Iwai, Nobuhide Ohashi, Senri Oguri, Makoto Hirota & Kenji Mitsudo
Pages: 2323-2325
Published online: 27 Nov 2018
AbstractforAirway obstruction caused by pharyngolaryngeal swelling after intraoral removal of a submandibular gland stone | Full Text | References | PDF (693.9 KB)
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A multicenter, double-blind, randomized, comparison study of the efficacy and safety of tigecycline to imipenem/cilastatin to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections in hospitalized subjects in China
Yijian Chen, Demei Zhu, Yingyuan Zhang, Yongjie Zhao, Gang Chen, Ping Li, Lihong Xu, Ping Yan, M Anne Hickman, Xiajun Xu, Margaret Tawadrous & Michele Wible
Pages: 2327-2339
Published online: 30 Nov 2018
AbstractforA multicenter, double-blind, randomized, comparison study of the efficacy and safety of tigecycline to imipenem/cilastatin to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections in hospitalized subjects in China | Full Text | References | PDF (456 KB)
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Abiraterone acetate for early stage metastatic prostate cancer: patient selection and special considerations
Pietro Castellan, Michele Marchioni, Roberto Castellucci, Piergustavo De Francesco, Romina Iantorno, Luigi Schips & Luca Cindolo
Pages: 2341-2347
Published online: 06 Dec 2018
AbstractforAbiraterone acetate for early stage metastatic prostate cancer: patient selection and special considerations | Full Text | References | PDF (236.1 KB)
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Total endoscopic thyroidectomy versus conventional open thyroidectomy in thyroid cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Cong Chen, Shumin Huang, Aihua Huang, Yunlu Jia, Ji Wang, Misha Mao, Jichun Zhou & Linbo Wang
Pages: 2349-2361
Published online: 05 Dec 2018
AbstractforTotal endoscopic thyroidectomy versus conventional open thyroidectomy in thyroid cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.6 MB)
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An evaluation of community-acquired urinary tract infection and appropriateness of treatment in an emergency department in Saudi Arabia
Menyfah Q Alanazi
Pages: 2363-2373
Published online: 05 Dec 2018
AbstractforAn evaluation of community-acquired urinary tract infection and appropriateness of treatment in an emergency department in Saudi Arabia | Full Text | References | PDF (478.9 KB)
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Triplet CFTR modulators: future prospects for treatment of cystic fibrosis
Nauman Chaudary
Pages: 2375-2383
Published online: 06 Dec 2018
AbstractforTriplet CFTR modulators: future prospects for treatment of cystic fibrosis | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Mepolizumab as the first targeted treatment for eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis: a review of current evidence and potential place in therapy
Paola Faverio, Giulia Bonaiti, Francesco Bini, Adriano Vaghi & Alberto Pesci
Pages: 2385-2396
Published online: 07 Dec 2018
AbstractforMepolizumab as the first targeted treatment for eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis: a review of current evidence and potential place in therapy | Full Text | References | PDF (543.1 KB)
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Reevaluation and update on efficacy and safety of neostigmine for reversal of neuromuscular blockade
Jie Luo, Shuting Chen, Su Min & Lihua Peng
Pages: 2397-2406
Published online: 10 Dec 2018
AbstractforReevaluation and update on efficacy and safety of neostigmine for reversal of neuromuscular blockade | Full Text | References | PDF (314.4 KB)
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Effects of dapagliflozin on serum uric acid levels in hospitalized type 2 diabetic patients with inadequate glycemic control: a randomized controlled trial
Zhaohu Hao, Xiao Huang, Hailin Shao & Fengshi Tian
Pages: 2407-2413
Published online: 11 Dec 2018
AbstractforEffects of dapagliflozin on serum uric acid levels in hospitalized type 2 diabetic patients with inadequate glycemic control: a randomized controlled trial | Full Text | References | PDF (291.7 KB)
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The effect of diabetes on perioperative complications following spinal surgery: a meta-analysis
Wei Luo, Ru-xin Sun, Han Jiang & Xin-long Ma
Pages: 2415-2423
Published online: 12 Dec 2018
AbstractforThe effect of diabetes on perioperative complications following spinal surgery: a meta-analysis | Full Text | References | PDF (965.3 KB)
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Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol outcomes post-non-PCSK9i lipid-lowering therapies in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and probable heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia patients
Chi-Chang Chen, Pallavi B Rane, Dionne M Hines, Jeetvan Patel, David J Harrison & Rolin L Wade
Pages: 2425-2435
Published online: 13 Dec 2018
AbstractforLow-density lipoprotein cholesterol outcomes post-non-PCSK9i lipid-lowering therapies in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and probable heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia patients | Full Text | References | PDF (303.1 KB)
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