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RESULTS
No woman treated with acyclovir had a cesarean for herpes , compared with nine of 25 ( 36 % ) of those treated with placebo ( OR 0.04 , CI 0.002-0 .745 ; P = .002 ) .
No woman treated with acyclovir had a cesarean for herpes, compared with nine of 25 (36 %) of those treated with placebo (OR 0. 04, CI 0. 002-0. 745 ; P =. 002).
RESULTS
No patient in either treatment group experienced asymptomatic genital viral shedding at delivery .
No patient in either treatment group experienced asymptomatic genital viral shedding at delivery.
RESULTS
No neonate had evidence of herpes infection or adverse effects from acyclovir .
No neonate had evidence of herpes infection or adverse effects from acyclovir.
CONCLUSIONS
Suppressive acyclovir therapy reduced the need for cesarean for recurrent herpes in women whose first clinical episode of genital HSV occurred during pregnancy .
Suppressive acyclovir therapy reduced the need for cesarean for recurrent herpes in women whose first clinical episode of genital HSV occurred during pregnancy.
CONCLUSIONS
Suppressive acyclovir treatment did not increase asymptomatic viral shedding and was not harmful to the term fetus .
Suppressive acyclovir treatment did not increase asymptomatic viral shedding and was not harmful to the term fetus.
OBJECTIVE
To compare the tolerance , efficacy , and pharmacokinetics of amphotericin deoxycholate ( Fungizone ) prepared in a parenteral fat emulsion ( Intralipid 20 % ) or glucose in HIV patients with candidiasis .
To compare the tolerance, efficacy, and pharmacokinetics of amphotericin deoxycholate (Fungizone) prepared in a parenteral fat emulsion (Intralipid 20 %) or glucose in HIV patients with candidiasis.
METHODS
Non-blind randomised controlled trial .
Non-blind randomised controlled trial.
METHODS
University hospital ; tertiary clinical care .
University hospital ; tertiary clinical care.
METHODS
22 HIV positive patients with oral candidiasis .
22 HIV positive patients with oral candidiasis.
METHODS
Amphotericin 1 mg/kg/day given on four consecutive days as a one hour infusion dissolved in either 5 % glucose ( amphotericin-glucose ) or parenteral fat emulsion at a final concentration of 2 g/l fat emulsion ( amphotericin-fat emulsion ) .
Amphotericin 1 mg/kg/day given on four consecutive days as a one hour infusion dissolved in either 5 % glucose (amphotericin-glucose) or parenteral fat emulsion at a final concentration of 2 g/l fat emulsion (amphotericin-fat emulsion).
METHODS
Clinical tolerance ( fever , chills , sweats , nausea , arterial pressure , and pulse rate ) ; biological tolerance ( serum creatinine , electrolyte , and magnesium values ) ; clinical score of candidiasis ; and serum concentrations of amphotericin .
Clinical tolerance (fever, chills, sweats, nausea, arterial pressure, and pulse rate) ; biological tolerance (serum creatinine, electrolyte, and magnesium values) ; clinical score of candidiasis ; and serum concentrations of amphotericin.
RESULTS
11 patients were enrolled in each group .
11 patients were enrolled in each group.
RESULTS
All the amphotericin-fat emulsion infusions were given without serious problem whereas four amphotericin-glucose infusions were stopped because of renal impairment ( n = 3 ) or severe chills ( n = 2 ) , or both .
All the amphotericin-fat emulsion infusions were given without serious problem whereas four amphotericin-glucose infusions were stopped because of renal impairment (n = 3) or severe chills (n = 2), or both.
RESULTS
For patients completing the amphotericin-glucose treatment creatine concentration increased by 42 mumol/l ; four of seven patients had at least one creatinine value > or = 133 mumol/l versus one of 11 receiving amphotericin-fat emulsion .
For patients completing the amphotericin-glucose treatment creatine concentration increased by 42 mumol/l ; four of seven patients had at least one creatinine value > or = 133 mumol/l versus one of 11 receiving amphotericin-fat emulsion.
RESULTS
Magnesium concentration fell significantly with amphotericin-glucose but not with amphotericin-fat emulsion .
Magnesium concentration fell significantly with amphotericin-glucose but not with amphotericin-fat emulsion.
RESULTS
Clinical side effects were noted in 36/38 infusions with amphotericin-glucose but 10/44 with amphotericin-fat emulsion .
Clinical side effects were noted in 36/38 infusions with amphotericin-glucose but 10/44 with amphotericin-fat emulsion.
RESULTS
Oral candidiasis score was reduced similarly in both groups .
Oral candidiasis score was reduced similarly in both groups.
RESULTS
Serum amphotericin concentrations were significantly lower and the volume of distribution of the drug higher after infusion of amphotericin-fat emulsion than after amphotericin-glucose .
Serum amphotericin concentrations were significantly lower and the volume of distribution of the drug higher after infusion of amphotericin-fat emulsion than after amphotericin-glucose.
CONCLUSIONS
Clinical and renal toxicity of amphotericin are reduced when the drug is prepared in fat emulsion .
Clinical and renal toxicity of amphotericin are reduced when the drug is prepared in fat emulsion.
CONCLUSIONS
Preparation is simple and cost effective .
Preparation is simple and cost effective.
CONCLUSIONS
Its efficacy is similar to that of conventional amphotericin .
Its efficacy is similar to that of conventional amphotericin.
OBJECTIVE
Rate control of atrial fibrillation ( AF ) has become a main treatment modality , but we need more knowledge regarding the different drugs used for this purpose .
Rate control of atrial fibrillation (AF) has become a main treatment modality, but we need more knowledge regarding the different drugs used for this purpose.
OBJECTIVE
In this study , we aimed to compare the effect of four common rate-reducing drugs on exercise capacity and levels of N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide ( NT-proBNP ) in patients with permanent AF .
In this study, we aimed to compare the effect of four common rate-reducing drugs on exercise capacity and levels of N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) in patients with permanent AF.
RESULTS
We included 60 patients ( mean age 71 9 years , 18 women ) with permanent AF and normal left ventricular function in a randomized , cross-over , investigator-blind study .
We included 60 patients (mean age 71 9 years, 18 women) with permanent AF and normal left ventricular function in a randomized, cross-over, investigator-blind study.
RESULTS
Diltiazem 360 mg , verapamil 240 mg , metoprolol 100 mg , and carvedilol 25 mg were administered o.d. for 3 weeks .
Diltiazem 360 mg, verapamil 240 mg, metoprolol 100 mg, and carvedilol 25 mg were administered o. d. for 3 weeks.
RESULTS
At baseline and on the last day of each treatment period , the patients underwent a maximal cardiopulmonary exercise test and blood samples were obtained at rest and at peak exercise .
At baseline and on the last day of each treatment period, the patients underwent a maximal cardiopulmonary exercise test and blood samples were obtained at rest and at peak exercise.
RESULTS
The exercise capacity ( peak VO2 ) was significantly lower during treatment with metoprolol and carvedilol compared with baseline ( no treatment ) or treatment with diltiazem and verapamil ( P < 0.001 for all ) .
The exercise capacity (peak VO2) was significantly lower during treatment with metoprolol and carvedilol compared with baseline (no treatment) or treatment with diltiazem and verapamil (P < 0. 001 for all).
RESULTS
Compared with baseline , treatment with diltiazem and verapamil significantly reduced the NT-proBNP levels both at rest and at peak exercise , whereas treatment with metoprolol and carvedilol increased the levels ( P < 0.05 for all ) .
Compared with baseline, treatment with diltiazem and verapamil significantly reduced the NT-proBNP levels both at rest and at peak exercise, whereas treatment with metoprolol and carvedilol increased the levels (P < 0. 05 for all).
CONCLUSIONS
Rate-reducing treatment with diltiazem or verapamil preserved exercise capacity and reduced levels of NT-proBNP compared with baseline , whereas treatment with metoprolol or carvedilol reduced the exercise capacity and increased levels of NT-proBNP .
Rate-reducing treatment with diltiazem or verapamil preserved exercise capacity and reduced levels of NT-proBNP compared with baseline, whereas treatment with metoprolol or carvedilol reduced the exercise capacity and increased levels of NT-proBNP.
BACKGROUND
Post-exposure prophylaxis for rabies with cell culture vaccines by the conventional intramuscular regimen is very expensive .
Post-exposure prophylaxis for rabies with cell culture vaccines by the conventional intramuscular regimen is very expensive.
BACKGROUND
The World Health Organization has advocated two cost-effective intradermal regimens with cell culture vaccines for use in developing countries .
The World Health Organization has advocated two cost-effective intradermal regimens with cell culture vaccines for use in developing countries.
BACKGROUND
We evaluated these two regimens -- the 2-site and the 8-site regimens -- in terms of immunogenicity , safety and tolerance in people with category I exposure to rabies .
We evaluated these two regimens -- the 2-site and the 8-site regimens -- in terms of immunogenicity, safety and tolerance in people with category I exposure to rabies.
METHODS
Eighty-two subjects who had mild category I exposure to rabies were immunized using a purified chick embryo cell vaccine .
Eighty-two subjects who had mild category I exposure to rabies were immunized using a purified chick embryo cell vaccine.
METHODS
The first regimen given to 43 subjects , consisted of intradermal administration of 0.2 ml of vaccine at 2 sites on days 0 , 3 and 7 and at one site on days 28 and 90 .
The first regimen given to 43 subjects, consisted of intradermal administration of 0. 2 ml of vaccine at 2 sites on days 0, 3 and 7 and at one site on days 28 and 90.
METHODS
The second regimen , given to 39 subjects , consisted of intradermal administration of 0.1 ml of vaccine at 8 sites on day 0 , at 4 sites on day 7 and at one site on days 28 and 90 .
The second regimen, given to 39 subjects, consisted of intradermal administration of 0. 1 ml of vaccine at 8 sites on day 0, at 4 sites on day 7 and at one site on days 28 and 90.
METHODS
The mouse neutralization test was used to estimate titres of rabies neutralizing antibody in these subjects on different days after vaccination .
The mouse neutralization test was used to estimate titres of rabies neutralizing antibody in these subjects on different days after vaccination.
METHODS
The subjects were followed up for 1 year .
The subjects were followed up for 1 year.
RESULTS
Both regimens produced adequate neutralizing antibody titres from day 14 onwards , though the second regimen produced a more rapid antibody response and significantly higher titres ( p < 0.001 ) on all days tested .
Both regimens produced adequate neutralizing antibody titres from day 14 onwards, though the second regimen produced a more rapid antibody response and significantly higher titres (p < 0. 001) on all days tested.
RESULTS
There were minimal side-effects and both regimens were well tolerated .
There were minimal side-effects and both regimens were well tolerated.
CONCLUSIONS
Both the 2-site and 8-site intradermal regimens with purified chick embryo cell vaccine produce adequate levels of neutralizing antibodies but the 8-site regimen appears to be more immunogenic .
Both the 2-site and 8-site intradermal regimens with purified chick embryo cell vaccine produce adequate levels of neutralizing antibodies but the 8-site regimen appears to be more immunogenic.
CONCLUSIONS
The feasibility of using these cost-effective regimens in routine practice needs to be further evaluated under the field conditions prevalent in India .
The feasibility of using these cost-effective regimens in routine practice needs to be further evaluated under the field conditions prevalent in India.
BACKGROUND
Discrete-choice experiments are based on the premise that any good or service can be described by its characteristics ( or attributes ) , and the extent to which an individual values a good or service depends on the levels of these characteristics .
Discrete-choice experiments are based on the premise that any good or service can be described by its characteristics (or attributes), and the extent to which an individual values a good or service depends on the levels of these characteristics.
BACKGROUND
Little is known about patient preferences for treatment of chronic musculoskeletal pain such as Achilles tendinopathy .
Little is known about patient preferences for treatment of chronic musculoskeletal pain such as Achilles tendinopathy.
METHODS
A discrete-choice experiment was conducted in 58 adults with a history of Achilles tendon pain at the conclusion of a three-arm randomized clinical trial .
A discrete-choice experiment was conducted in 58 adults with a history of Achilles tendon pain at the conclusion of a three-arm randomized clinical trial.
METHODS
Participants were asked to complete a questionnaire consisting of ten hypothetical treatment scenarios and some sociodemographic questions .
Participants were asked to complete a questionnaire consisting of ten hypothetical treatment scenarios and some sociodemographic questions.
METHODS
For each scenario , participants were asked to choose which option they would prefer if seeking treatment for their painful Achilles tendon .
For each scenario, participants were asked to choose which option they would prefer if seeking treatment for their painful Achilles tendon.
METHODS
A mixed logit model was estimated to quantify subject preferences and marginal willingness to pay for the treatment attributes .
A mixed logit model was estimated to quantify subject preferences and marginal willingness to pay for the treatment attributes.
RESULTS
A response rate of 62 % was achieved .
A response rate of 62 % was achieved.
RESULTS
A significant positive impact on utility was observed for chance of treatment success .
A significant positive impact on utility was observed for chance of treatment success.
RESULTS
A significant negative impact on utility was observed for cost , weeks before exercise can be completed free of pain , chance of side effects ( p = 0.06 ) , and injections as a stand-alone treatment .
A significant negative impact on utility was observed for cost, weeks before exercise can be completed free of pain, chance of side effects (p = 0. 06), and injections as a stand-alone treatment.
RESULTS
Respondents were willing to pay Australian dollars ( $ A ) 238 ( 95 % CI -312 , 788 ) for a 10 % increase in the chance of treatment success .
Respondents were willing to pay Australian dollars ($ A) 238 (95 % CI -312, 788) for a 10 % increase in the chance of treatment success.
CONCLUSIONS
Study participants with Achilles tendon pain who had either participated or expressed an interest in participating in a randomized trial prefer a treatment that costs less , has a greater chance of success , has a shorter duration before being able to exercise free of pain , and has less likelihood of side effects .
Study participants with Achilles tendon pain who had either participated or expressed an interest in participating in a randomized trial prefer a treatment that costs less, has a greater chance of success, has a shorter duration before being able to exercise free of pain, and has less likelihood of side effects.
CONCLUSIONS
On average , participants preferred exercises over injections as a stand-alone treatment .
On average, participants preferred exercises over injections as a stand-alone treatment.
CONCLUSIONS
Further research is required to confirm the findings in patients outside of the trial setting .
Further research is required to confirm the findings in patients outside of the trial setting.
CONCLUSIONS
Nevertheless , this study contributes to an area that is deficient in research by identifying priorities and marginal willingness to pay for attributes related to Achilles tendinopathy .
Nevertheless, this study contributes to an area that is deficient in research by identifying priorities and marginal willingness to pay for attributes related to Achilles tendinopathy.
OBJECTIVE
Whether prasugrel plus bivalirudin is a superior strategy to unfractionated heparin plus clopidogrel in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction ( STEMI ) undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention ( PCI ) has never been assessed in specifically designed randomized trials .
Whether prasugrel plus bivalirudin is a superior strategy to unfractionated heparin plus clopidogrel in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) undergoing primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has never been assessed in specifically designed randomized trials.
RESULTS
The Bavarian Reperfusion Alternatives Evaluation ( BRAVE ) 4 study is an investigator-initiated , randomized , open-label , multicentre trial , designed to test the hypothesis that in STEMI patients with planned primary PCI a strategy based on prasugrel plus bivalirudin is superior to a strategy based on clopidogrel plus heparin in terms of net clinical outcome .
The Bavarian Reperfusion Alternatives Evaluation (BRAVE) 4 study is an investigator-initiated, randomized, open-label, multicentre trial, designed to test the hypothesis that in STEMI patients with planned primary PCI a strategy based on prasugrel plus bivalirudin is superior to a strategy based on clopidogrel plus heparin in terms of net clinical outcome.
RESULTS
Owing to slow recruitment , the trial was stopped prematurely after enrolment of 548 of 1240 planned patients .
Owing to slow recruitment, the trial was stopped prematurely after enrolment of 548 of 1240 planned patients.
RESULTS
At 30 days , the primary composite endpoint of death , myocardial infarction , unplanned revascularization of the infarct related artery , stent thrombosis , stroke , or bleeding was observed in 42 patients ( 15.6 % ) randomized to prasugrel plus bivalirudin and 40 patients ( 14.5 % ) randomized to clopidogrel plus heparin [ relative risk , 1.09 ; one-sided 97.5 % confidence interval ( CI ) 0-1 .79 , P = 0.680 ] .
At 30 days, the primary composite endpoint of death, myocardial infarction, unplanned revascularization of the infarct related artery, stent thrombosis, stroke, or bleeding was observed in 42 patients (15. 6 %) randomized to prasugrel plus bivalirudin and 40 patients (14. 5 %) randomized to clopidogrel plus heparin [relative risk, 1. 09 ; one-sided 97. 5 % confidence interval (CI) 0-1. 79, P = 0. 680].
RESULTS
The composite ischaemic endpoint of death , myocardial infarction , unplanned revascularization of the infarct-related artery , stent thrombosis , or stroke occurred in 13 patients ( 4.8 % ) in the prasugrel plus bivalirudin group and 15 patients ( 5.5 % ) in the clopidogrel plus heparin group ( relative risk , 0.89 ; 95 % CI 0.40-1 .96 , P = 0.894 ) .
The composite ischaemic endpoint of death, myocardial infarction, unplanned revascularization of the infarct-related artery, stent thrombosis, or stroke occurred in 13 patients (4. 8 %) in the prasugrel plus bivalirudin group and 15 patients (5. 5 %) in the clopidogrel plus heparin group (relative risk, 0. 89 ; 95 % CI 0. 40-1. 96, P = 0. 894).
RESULTS
Bleeding according to the HORIZONS-AMI definition was observed in 38 patients ( 14.1 % ) in the prasugrel plus bivalirudin group and 33 patients ( 12.0 % ) in the clopidogrel plus heparin group ( relative risk , 1.18 ; 95 % CI 0.74-1 .88 , P = 0.543 ) .
Bleeding according to the HORIZONS-AMI definition was observed in 38 patients (14. 1 %) in the prasugrel plus bivalirudin group and 33 patients (12. 0 %) in the clopidogrel plus heparin group (relative risk, 1. 18 ; 95 % CI 0. 74-1. 88, P = 0. 543).
RESULTS
Results were consistent across various subgroups of patients .
Results were consistent across various subgroups of patients.
CONCLUSIONS
In this randomized trial of STEMI patients , we were unable to demonstrate significant differences in net clinical outcome between prasugrel plus bivalirudin and clopidogrel plus heparin .
In this randomized trial of STEMI patients, we were unable to demonstrate significant differences in net clinical outcome between prasugrel plus bivalirudin and clopidogrel plus heparin.
CONCLUSIONS
Neither the composite of ischaemic complications nor bleeding were favourably affected by prasugrel plus bivalirudin compared with a regimen of clopidogrel plus unfractionated heparin .
Neither the composite of ischaemic complications nor bleeding were favourably affected by prasugrel plus bivalirudin compared with a regimen of clopidogrel plus unfractionated heparin.
CONCLUSIONS
However , the results must be interpreted in view of the premature termination of the trial .
However, the results must be interpreted in view of the premature termination of the trial.
BACKGROUND
Unique identifier NCT00976092 ( www.clinicaltrials.gov ) .
Unique identifier NCT00976092 (www. clinicaltrials. gov).
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the long-term recurrence rates and complication of different techniques of cervical ablation .
To evaluate the long-term recurrence rates and complication of different techniques of cervical ablation.
METHODS
A randomized trial of three techniques of conization ( cold knife , laser , and loop electrosurgical excisional procedure ( LEEP ) ) for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia ( CIN ) in which 110 patients had been recruited .
A randomized trial of three techniques of conization (cold knife, laser, and loop electrosurgical excisional procedure (LEEP)) for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) in which 110 patients had been recruited.
RESULTS
Eighty-six patients were followed-up for more than 3 years .
Eighty-six patients were followed-up for more than 3 years.
RESULTS
Of these 28 had been treated with the cold knife , 29 with LEEP and 29 by laser .
Of these 28 had been treated with the cold knife, 29 with LEEP and 29 by laser.
RESULTS
Five recurrences were observed , one in the cold knife group , two in the LEEP group and two in the laser group ( P = NS ) .
Five recurrences were observed, one in the cold knife group, two in the LEEP group and two in the laser group (P = NS).
RESULTS
The only observed complication was cervical stenosis : zero cases in the laser group , one case in the LEEP group and four cases in the cold knife group ( laser versus cold knife : P = 0.03 ; LEEP versus cold knife : P = 0.06 ) .
The only observed complication was cervical stenosis : zero cases in the laser group, one case in the LEEP group and four cases in the cold knife group (laser versus cold knife : P = 0. 03 ; LEEP versus cold knife : P = 0. 06).
RESULTS
Fifty pregnancies were observed in 39 patients .
Fifty pregnancies were observed in 39 patients.
RESULTS
First and second trimester outcomes of pregnancy were without complications .
First and second trimester outcomes of pregnancy were without complications.
RESULTS
One patient treated with the LEEP presented with a premature rupture of membranes and premature labor at 36 weeks .
One patient treated with the LEEP presented with a premature rupture of membranes and premature labor at 36 weeks.
RESULTS
A total of nine cesarean sections were performed with two cases for cervical dystocia .
A total of nine cesarean sections were performed with two cases for cervical dystocia.
CONCLUSIONS
There is no major difference in obstetrical outcome between the three techniques .
There is no major difference in obstetrical outcome between the three techniques.
OBJECTIVE
To determine whether macronutrient composition of a hypocaloric diet can enhance its effectiveness and whether insulin sensitivity ( Si ) affects the response to hypocaloric diets .
To determine whether macronutrient composition of a hypocaloric diet can enhance its effectiveness and whether insulin sensitivity (Si) affects the response to hypocaloric diets.
METHODS
Obese nondiabetic insulin-sensitive ( fasting insulin < 10 microU/mL ; n = 12 ) and obese nondiabetic insulin-resistant ( fasting insulin > 15 microU/mL ; n = 9 ) women ( 23 to 53 years old ) were randomized to either a high carbohydrate ( CHO ) ( HC ) / low fat ( LF ) ( 60 % CHO , 20 % fat ) or low CHO ( LC ) / high fat ( HF ) ( 40 % CHO , 40 % fat ) hypocaloric diet .
Obese nondiabetic insulin-sensitive (fasting insulin < 10 microU/mL ; n = 12) and obese nondiabetic insulin-resistant (fasting insulin > 15 microU/mL ; n = 9) women (23 to 53 years old) were randomized to either a high carbohydrate (CHO) (HC) / low fat (LF) (60 % CHO, 20 % fat) or low CHO (LC) / high fat (HF) (40 % CHO, 40 % fat) hypocaloric diet.
METHODS
Primary outcome measures after a 16-week dietary intervention were : changes in body weight ( BW ) , Si , resting metabolic rate , and fasting lipids .
Primary outcome measures after a 16-week dietary intervention were : changes in body weight (BW), Si, resting metabolic rate, and fasting lipids.
RESULTS
Insulin-sensitive women on the HC/LF diet lost 13.5 + / - 1.2 % ( p < 0.001 ) of their initial BW , whereas those on the LC/HF diet lost 6.8 + / - 1.2 % ( p < 0.001 ; p < 0.002 between the groups ) .
Insulin-sensitive women on the HC/LF diet lost 13. 5 + / - 1. 2 % (p < 0. 001) of their initial BW, whereas those on the LC/HF diet lost 6. 8 + / - 1. 2 % (p < 0. 001 ; p < 0. 002 between the groups).
RESULTS
In contrast , among the insulin-resistant women , those on the LC/HF diet lost 13.4 + / - 1.3 % ( p < 0.001 ) of their initial BW as compared with 8.5 + / - 1.4 % ( p < 0.001 ) lost by those on the HC/LF diet ( p < 0.04 between two groups ) .
In contrast, among the insulin-resistant women, those on the LC/HF diet lost 13. 4 + / - 1. 3 % (p < 0. 001) of their initial BW as compared with 8. 5 + / - 1. 4 % (p < 0. 001) lost by those on the HC/LF diet (p < 0. 04 between two groups).
RESULTS
These differences could not be explained by changes in resting metabolic rate , activity , or intake .
These differences could not be explained by changes in resting metabolic rate, activity, or intake.
RESULTS
Overall , changes in Si were associated with the degree of weight loss ( r = -0.57 , p < 0.05 ) .
Overall, changes in Si were associated with the degree of weight loss (r = -0. 57, p < 0. 05).
CONCLUSIONS
The state of Si determines the effectiveness of macronutrient composition of hypocaloric diets in obese women .
The state of Si determines the effectiveness of macronutrient composition of hypocaloric diets in obese women.
CONCLUSIONS
For maximal benefit , the macronutrient composition of a hypocaloric diet may need to be adjusted to correspond to the state of Si .
For maximal benefit, the macronutrient composition of a hypocaloric diet may need to be adjusted to correspond to the state of Si.
OBJECTIVE
To compare the effects of dry needling of myofascial trigger points in the neck region to metoprolol in migraine prophylaxis .
To compare the effects of dry needling of myofascial trigger points in the neck region to metoprolol in migraine prophylaxis.
METHODS
Randomized , group comparative study .
Randomized, group comparative study.
METHODS
patients , investigator and statistician were blinded as to treatment , the therapist was blinded as to results .
patients, investigator and statistician were blinded as to treatment, the therapist was blinded as to results.
METHODS
Outpatient pain clinic in the northern Copenhagen area .
Outpatient pain clinic in the northern Copenhagen area.
METHODS
Patients were referred by general practitioners or respondents to newspaper advertisements .
Patients were referred by general practitioners or respondents to newspaper advertisements.
METHODS
Included were patients with a history of migraine with or without aura for at least 2 years .
Included were patients with a history of migraine with or without aura for at least 2 years.
METHODS
Excluded were persons with contraindications against treatment with beta blockers , chronic pain syndromes , pregnancy or previous experience with acupuncture or beta-blocking agents .
Excluded were persons with contraindications against treatment with beta blockers, chronic pain syndromes, pregnancy or previous experience with acupuncture or beta-blocking agents.
METHODS
A total of 85 patients were included ; 77 completed the study .
A total of 85 patients were included ; 77 completed the study.
METHODS
After a 4-week run-in period , patients were allocated to a 17-week regimen either with acupuncture and placebo tablets or to placebo stimulation and metoprolol 100 mg daily .
After a 4-week run-in period, patients were allocated to a 17-week regimen either with acupuncture and placebo tablets or to placebo stimulation and metoprolol 100 mg daily.
RESULTS
Both groups exhibited significant reduction in attack frequency ( P < 0.01 ) .
Both groups exhibited significant reduction in attack frequency (P < 0. 01).
RESULTS
No difference was found between the groups regarding frequency ( P > 0.20 ) or duration ( P > 0.10 ) of attacks , whereas we found a significant difference in global rating of attacks in favour of metoprolol ( P < 0.05 ) .
No difference was found between the groups regarding frequency (P > 0. 20) or duration (P > 0. 10) of attacks, whereas we found a significant difference in global rating of attacks in favour of metoprolol (P < 0. 05).
CONCLUSIONS
Trigger point inactivation by dry needling is a valuable supplement to the list of migraine prophylactic tools , being equipotent to metoprolol in the influence on frequency and duration ( but not severity ) of attacks , and superior in terms of negative side-effects .
Trigger point inactivation by dry needling is a valuable supplement to the list of migraine prophylactic tools, being equipotent to metoprolol in the influence on frequency and duration (but not severity) of attacks, and superior in terms of negative side-effects.
OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of monophasic estrogen-progestogen therapy on the sexuality and climacteric symptoms of postmenopausal women .
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of monophasic estrogen-progestogen therapy on the sexuality and climacteric symptoms of postmenopausal women.
METHODS
A prospective , randomised , double-blind , crossover , placebo-controlled , single-centre study was carried out over a total of 12 consecutive months in 40 postmenopausal women with an intact uterus who had no contraindications to hormone therapy .
A prospective, randomised, double-blind, crossover, placebo-controlled, single-centre study was carried out over a total of 12 consecutive months in 40 postmenopausal women with an intact uterus who had no contraindications to hormone therapy.