2,005 datasets found
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Obstructive sleep apnea and vascular disease
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
There is emerging evidence linking obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) to vascular disease, including hypertension. This relationship may be independent of co-morbidity,... -
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The influence of age on the female/male ratio of treated incidence rates in depression
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Poor data exist on the influence of psychosocial variables on the female/male ratio of depression because of the small number of cases and the resulting... -
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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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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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Molecular phylogeny of Subtribe Artemisiinae (Asteraceae), including
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Subtribe Artemisiinae of Tribe Anthemideae (Asteraceae) is composed of 18 largely Asian genera that include the sagebrushes and mugworts. The subtribe... -
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Genetic studies of the Roma (Gypsies): a review
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Data provided by the social sciences as well as genetic research suggest that the 8-10 million Roma (Gypsies) who live in Europe today are best described... -
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Sunlight and skin cancer
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Oral sildenafil (Viagra™) in male erectile dysfunction: use, efficacy and safety profile in an unselected cohort presenting to a British district general hospital.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Introduction Sildenafil (Viagra®) is one of the drugs used in the first line therapy of male erectile dysfunction (MED). We have recorded outcomes, adverse events and... -
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The effectiveness of reducing the daily dose of finasteride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Finasteride, a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor, is an established treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia. The recommended dosage is 5 mg a day, however... -
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Genetic determinants of mammographic density
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Changes in breast density are highly correlated with steroid hormone exposure. Materials and methods In a cross-sectional study of 396 Caucasian and... -
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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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Risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation associated with low-dose aspirin as plain and enteric-coated formulations
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background The use of low-dose aspirin has been reported to be associated with an increased risk of upper gastrointestinal complications (UGIC). The coating of... -
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A new prototype of an electronic jet-ventilator and its humidification system
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background: Adequate humidification in long-term jet ventilation is a critical aspect in terms of clinical safety. Aim: To assess a prototype of an electronic jet-... -
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Acetaminophen toxicity: suicidal vs accidental
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Introduction Acetaminophen toxicity, which can lead to hepatotoxicity, is a burden on our health care system and contributes significantly to intensive care unit... -
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Using evidence from different sources: an example using paracetamol 1000 mg plus codeine 60 mg
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Meta-analysis usually restricts the information pooled, for instance using only randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials. This neglects other... -
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Systematic review of the use of honey as a wound dressing
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Objective To investigate topical honey in superficial burns and wounds though a systematic review of randomised controlled trials. Data sources Cochrane Library,... -
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Kefir consumption does not alter plasma lipid levels or cholesterol fractional synthesis rates relative to milk in hyperlipidemic men: a randomized controlled trial [ISRCTN10820810]
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Fermented milk products have been shown to affect serum cholesterol concentrations in humans. Kefir, a fermented milk product, has been traditionally... -
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Time course of muscle soreness following different types of exercise
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Background Post-exercise muscle soreness is a dull, aching sensation that follows unaccustomed muscular exertion. Primarily on the basis of previous laboratory-based... -
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Debate: "How low should LDL cholesterol be lowered?" Viewpoint: "It doesn't need to be very low"
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
The importance of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) control in the management of patients at high risk of cardiovascular events is unquestionable. The major statin trials... -
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A review of clinical trials in dietary interventions to decrease the incidence of coronary artery disease
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services —
Of the associations between dietary elements and coronary artery disease (CAD), the greatest body of evidence deals with the beneficial effect of reducing the dietary...
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