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Diagnostic strategies for C-reactive protein
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Serum C-reactive protein (CRP) has been identified in prospective epidemiological research as an independent risk marker for cardiovascular disease. In... -
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Diagnostic and treatment characteristics of polycystic ovary syndrome: descriptive measurements of patient perception and awareness from 657 confidential self-reports
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background This investigation was undertaken to describe patient perception and awareness of the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common cause of... -
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A case-control study of autism and mumps-measles-rubella vaccination using the general practice research database: design and methodology
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background An association between mumps-measles-rubella (MMR) vaccination and the onset of symptoms typical of autism has recently been suggested. This has led to... -
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The velocity of ultrasound in human primary melanoma tissue - implications for the clinical use of high resolution sonography
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Ultrasonography with 20 MHz frequency can be used to estimate tumour thickness preoperatively in malignant melanoma (MM) of the skin. The vertical invasion... -
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Molecular distinction amongst varieties of Mulberry using RAPD and DAMD profiles
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Mulberry trees are the most important host for rearing mulberry silkworms in sericulture. Improved varieties of mulberry tree have been developed through... -
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Modeling of failure mode in knee ligaments depending on the strain rate
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background The failure mechanism of the knee ligament (bone-ligament-bone complex) at different strain rates is an important subject in the biomechanics of the knee.... -
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Quantitative analysis of DNA levels in maternal plasma in normal and Down syndrome pregnancies
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background We investigated fetal and total DNA levels in maternal plasma in patients bearing fetuses affected with Down syndrome in comparison to controls carrying... -
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The International Sepsis Forum's controversies in sepsis: how will sepsis be treated in 2051?
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Great advances have been made in describing the intracellular pathways and genes that are activated by bacterial products. New definitions and therapies for sepsis... -
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Use of intravenous antiarrhythmics to identify concealed Brugada syndrome
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Cardiology has recently witnessed the production of an overwhelming amount of data through the advances made in genetics and molecular biology research. Understanding... -
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Genetic polymorphisms in lung disease: bandwagon or breakthrough?
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
The study of genetic polymorphisms has touched every aspect of pulmonary and critical care medicine. We review recent progress made using genetic polymorphisms to... -
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Sildenafil (Viagra) for male erectile dysfunction: a meta-analysis of clinical trial reports
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Evaluation of company clinical trial reports could provide information for meta-analysis at the commercial introduction of a new technology. Methods... -
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Change of dopamine receptor mRNA expression in lymphocyte of schizophrenic patients
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Though the dysfunction of central dopaminergic system has been proposed, the etiology or pathogenesis of schizophrenia is still uncertain partly due to... -
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Bone mineral density and the subsequent risk of cancer in the NHANES I follow-up cohort
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Backgroud Bone mineral density (BMD) is a marker of long-term estrogen exposure. BMD measurement has been used in this context to investigate the association of... -
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Pulse pressure and age at menopause
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background The objective of this study was to study the association of early age at menopause with pulse pressure (PP), a marker of arterial stiffness, and PP change.... -
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The genetic structure of recombinant inbred mice: high-resolution consensus maps for complex trait analysis
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Recombinant inbred (RI) strains of mice are an important resource used to map and analyze complex traits. They have proved particularly effective in... -
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Evidence-based obstetrics in four hospitals in China: An observational study to explore clinical practice, women's preferences and provider's views
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Evidence-based obstetric care is widely promoted in developing countries, but the success of implementation is not known. Using selected childbirth care... -
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A cohort study of possible risk factors for over-reporting of antihypertensive adherence
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background The identification of poor medicinal adherence is difficult because direct observation of medication use is usually impractical. Up to 50% of individuals... -
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Effect of vitamin D on bone mineral density of elderly patients with osteoporosis responding poorly to bisphosphonates
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Bisphosphonates are indicated in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. However, bone mineral density (BMD) continues to decline in up to 15% of... -
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To keep the catch – that is the question: a personal account of the 3rd Annual EULAR Congress, Stockholm
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
The 3rd Annual EULAR Congress, held in Stockholm on 12–15 June 2002, had a turnout of 8300 delegates, almost identical to last year's record attendance level in... -
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Atrial fibrillation in a primary care practice: prevalence and management
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Atrial fibrillation is a common serious cardiac arrhythmia. Knowing the prevalence of atrial fibrillation and documentation of medical management are...