Efficacy and safety of endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy with 12+ months of adjuvant multidisciplinary support - 2022
Prudence R. Carr, Tim Keighley, Peter Petocz, Michelle Blumfield, Graeme Rich, Fernando Cohen, Asha Soni, Isabella R. Maimone, Flavia Fayet‐Moore, Elisabeth Isenring, Skye Marshall
Abstract Background The laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) and the
incisionless endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) weight loss procedures require
further investigation of their efficacy, safety and patient-centered outcomes in
the Australian setting. Methods The aim was to examine the 6- and 12-month
weight loss efficacy, safety, and weight-related quality of life (QoL) of adults
with obesity... hiện toàn bộ
Albuminuria testing and nephrology care among insured US adults with chronic kidney disease: a missed opportunity Tập 23 Số 1
Chi D. Chu, Neil R. Powe, Michael G. Shlipak, Rebecca Scherzer, Sri Lekha Tummalapalli, Michelle M. Estrella, Delphine S. Tuot
Abstract Background In chronic kidney disease (CKD), assessment of both
estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and albuminuria are necessary for
stratifying risk and determining the need for nephrology referral. The Kidney
Disease: Improving Global Outcomes clinical practice guidelines for CKD
recommend nephrology referral for eGFR < 30 ml/min/1.73m2 or for urinary
albumin/creatinine ratio ≥ ... hiện toàn bộ
Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of general practitioners toward community detection and management of mild cognitive impairment: a cross-sectional study in Shanghai, China Tập 23 Số 1 - 2022
Yuan Lü, George Liu, Sally Fawkes, Zhaoxin Wang, Dehua Yu
AbstractBackgroundGeneral practitioners (GPs) are in a unique position for
community detection and management of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). However,
adequate knowledge, attitudes, and practice (KAP) are prerequisites for
fulfilling such a role. This study aims to assess the MCI-related KAP of GPs in
Shanghai, China.MethodsAn online survey was conducted on 1253 GPs who were
recruited from 56 ... hiện toàn bộ
Perceived barriers to physical activity behaviour among patients with diabetes and hypertension in Kosovo: a qualitative study
Ariana Bytyci Katanolli, Nicole Probst‐Hensch, Katrina Obas, Jana Gerold, Manfred Zahorka, Naim Jerliu, Qamile Ramadani, Nicu Fota, Sonja Merten
Abstract Background In a cohort of primary health care users across Kosovo
(KOSCO cohort), high rates and poor control of diabetes and hypertension were
observed. These conditions can be prevented and better controlled by adapting to
a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity is an important target, as inactivity and
related obesity were very prevalent in the KOSCO cohort. This qualitative study
aims... hiện toàn bộ
General practice wide adaptations to support patients affected by DVA during the COVID-19 pandemic: a rapid qualitative study
Sharon Dixon, Anna De Simoni, Eszter Szilassy, Elizabeth Emsley, Vari Wileman, Gene Feder, Lucy Downes, Estela Capelas Barbosa, Jasmina Panovska‐Griffiths, Chris Griffiths, Anna Dowrick
Abstract Background Reporting of domestic violence and abuse (DVA) increased
globally during the pandemic. General Practice has a central role in identifying
and supporting those affected by DVA. Pandemic associated changes in UK primary
care included remote initial contacts with primary care and predominantly remote
consulting. This paper explores general practice’s adaptation to DVA care during
... hiện toàn bộ
General practitioners treating their own family members: a cross-sectional survey in Germany Tập 23 Số 1 - 2022
Natalie Alida Mücke, Alexandra Schmidt, Christine Kersting, Vera Kalitzkus, Michael Pentzek, Stefan Wilm, Achim Mortsiefer
AbstractBackgroundIn Germany, there are neither guidelines provided by the
medical associations nor a public discussion about general practitioners (GPs)
treating their family members. Only few studies on this topic from the primary
care setting exist. The aim of this study is to describe GPs’ treatment of
family members and to generate empirical data on the most common reasons for
this.MethodsIn ... hiện toàn bộ
Addressing health challenges in rural Japan: a thematic analysis of social isolation and community solutions Tập 25 Số 1
Ryuichi Ohta, Toshihiro Yakabe, Chiaki Sano
Abstract Background The establishment of sustainable connections between medical
professionals and rural citizens is pivotal for effective community healthcare.
Our study focuses on understanding and resolving health problems arising from
social isolation, a critical barrier to achieving this goal, especially in the
context of the coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19) pandemic's impact on community
d... hiện toàn bộ
Health literacy and medication adherence in psoriasis patients: a survey in Iran - 2022
Yasaman Avazeh, Soheila Rezaei, Peivand Bastani, Gholamhossein Mehralian
Abstract Background Medication adherence among Psoriasis patients is often
inadequate identified as a significant problem in Psoriasis symptoms management.
Poor medication adherence could necessitate stronger and more expensive
medications, which could place a significant burden on the healthcare system.
Moreover, the importance of health literacy assessment as a factor influencing
adherence in ps... hiện toàn bộ