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RESULTS
Among the different AG doses , there was no difference in the elimination half-life , systemic clearance ( CL ) , and volume of distribution .
Among the different AG doses, there was no difference in the elimination half-life, systemic clearance (CL), and volume of distribution.
RESULTS
DAG had decreased CL relative to AG .
DAG had decreased CL relative to AG.
RESULTS
The plasma DAG : AG ratio was ~ 2:1 during steady-state infusion of AG .
The plasma DAG : AG ratio was ~ 2:1 during steady-state infusion of AG.
RESULTS
Infusion of AG caused an increase in DAG , but DAG administration did not change plasma AG .
Infusion of AG caused an increase in DAG, but DAG administration did not change plasma AG.
RESULTS
Ghrelin administration did not affect plasma acylase activity .
Ghrelin administration did not affect plasma acylase activity.
CONCLUSIONS
The pharmacokinetics of AG and total ghrelin appears to be linear and proportional in the dose range tested .
The pharmacokinetics of AG and total ghrelin appears to be linear and proportional in the dose range tested.
CONCLUSIONS
AG and DAG have very distinct metabolic fates in the circulation .
AG and DAG have very distinct metabolic fates in the circulation.
CONCLUSIONS
There is deacylation of AG in the plasma but no evidence of acylation .
There is deacylation of AG in the plasma but no evidence of acylation.
OBJECTIVE
Chest physiotherapy ( CPT ) is an integral part of the treatment of patients with cystic fibrosis ( CF ) .
Chest physiotherapy (CPT) is an integral part of the treatment of patients with cystic fibrosis (CF).
OBJECTIVE
CPT imposes additional respiratory work that may carry a risk of respiratory muscle fatigue .
CPT imposes additional respiratory work that may carry a risk of respiratory muscle fatigue.
OBJECTIVE
Inspiratory pressure support ventilation ( PSV ) is a new mode of ventilatory assistance designed to maintain a constant preset positive airway pressure during spontaneous inspiration with the goal of decreasing the patient 's inspiratory work .
Inspiratory pressure support ventilation (PSV) is a new mode of ventilatory assistance designed to maintain a constant preset positive airway pressure during spontaneous inspiration with the goal of decreasing the patient 's inspiratory work.
OBJECTIVE
The aim of our study was 1 ) to evaluate respiratory muscle fatigue and oxygen desaturation during CPT and 2 ) to determine whether noninvasive PSV can relieve these potential adverse effects of CPT .
The aim of our study was 1) to evaluate respiratory muscle fatigue and oxygen desaturation during CPT and 2) to determine whether noninvasive PSV can relieve these potential adverse effects of CPT.
METHODS
Sixteen CF patients in stable condition with a mean age of 13 + / - 4 years participated to the study .
Sixteen CF patients in stable condition with a mean age of 13 + / - 4 years participated to the study.
METHODS
For CPT , we used the forced expiratory technique ( FET ) , which consisted of one or more slow active expirations starting near the total lung capacity ( TLC ) and ending near the residual volume .
For CPT, we used the forced expiratory technique (FET), which consisted of one or more slow active expirations starting near the total lung capacity (TLC) and ending near the residual volume.
METHODS
After each expiration , the child was asked to perform a slow , nonmaximal , diaphragmatic inspiration .
After each expiration, the child was asked to perform a slow, nonmaximal, diaphragmatic inspiration.
METHODS
After one to four forced breathing cycles , the child was asked to cough and to expectorate .
After one to four forced breathing cycles, the child was asked to cough and to expectorate.
METHODS
A typical 20-minute CPT session consisted of 10 to 15 FET maneuvers separated by rest periods of 10 to 20 breathing cycles each .
A typical 20-minute CPT session consisted of 10 to 15 FET maneuvers separated by rest periods of 10 to 20 breathing cycles each.
METHODS
During the study , each patient received two CPT sessions in random order on two different days , at the same time of day , with the same physiotherapist .
During the study, each patient received two CPT sessions in random order on two different days, at the same time of day, with the same physiotherapist.
METHODS
During one of these two sessions , PSV was provided throughout the session ( PSV session ) via a nasal mask using the pressure support generator ARM25 designed for acute patients ( TAEMA , Antony , France ) .
During one of these two sessions, PSV was provided throughout the session (PSV session) via a nasal mask using the pressure support generator ARM25 designed for acute patients (TAEMA, Antony, France).
METHODS
The control session was performed with no nasal mask or PSV .
The control session was performed with no nasal mask or PSV.
METHODS
Both CPT sessions were performed without supplemental oxygen .
Both CPT sessions were performed without supplemental oxygen.
METHODS
Lung function and maximal inspiratory pressures ( PImax ) and expiratory pressures ( PEmax ) were recorded before and after each CPT session .
Lung function and maximal inspiratory pressures (PImax) and expiratory pressures (PEmax) were recorded before and after each CPT session.
RESULTS
Mean lung function parameters were comparable before the PSV and the control sessions .
Mean lung function parameters were comparable before the PSV and the control sessions.
RESULTS
Baseline pulse oximetry ( SpO2 ) was significantly correlated with the baseline vital capacity ( % predicted ) and forced expiratory volume in 1 second ( FEV1 ) ( % predicted ) .
Baseline pulse oximetry (SpO2) was significantly correlated with the baseline vital capacity (% predicted) and forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) (% predicted).
RESULTS
PSV was associated with an increase in tidal volume ( Vt ) from 0.42 + / - 0.01 liters to 1.0 + / - 0.02 liters .
PSV was associated with an increase in tidal volume (Vt) from 0. 42 + / - 0. 01 liters to 1. 0 + / - 0. 02 liters.
RESULTS
Respiratory rate was significantly lower during PSV .
Respiratory rate was significantly lower during PSV.
RESULTS
SpO2 between the FET maneuvers was significantly higher during PSV as compared with the control session .
SpO2 between the FET maneuvers was significantly higher during PSV as compared with the control session.
RESULTS
SpO2 decreases after FET were significantly larger during the control session ( nadir : 91.8 + / - 0.7 % ) than during the PSV session ( 93.8 + / - 0.6 % ) .
SpO2 decreases after FET were significantly larger during the control session (nadir : 91. 8 + / - 0. 7 %) than during the PSV session (93. 8 + / - 0. 6 %).
RESULTS
Maximal pressures decreased during the control session ( from 71.9 + / - 6.1 to 60.9 + / - 5.3 cmH2O , and from 85.3 + / - 7.9 to 77.5 + / - 4.8 cmH2O , for PImax and PEmax , respectively ) and increased during the PSV session ( from 71.6 + / - 8.6 to 83.9 + / - 8.7 cmH2O , and from 80.4 + / - 7.8 to 88.0 + / - 7.4 cmH2O , for PImax and PEmax , respectively ) .
Maximal pressures decreased during the control session (from 71. 9 + / - 6. 1 to 60. 9 + / - 5. 3 cmH2O, and from 85. 3 + / - 7. 9 to 77. 5 + / - 4. 8 cmH2O, for PImax and PEmax, respectively) and increased during the PSV session (from 71. 6 + / - 8. 6 to 83. 9 + / - 8. 7 cmH2O, and from 80. 4 + / - 7. 8 to 88. 0 + / - 7. 4 cmH2O, for PImax and PEmax, respectively).
RESULTS
The decrease in PEmax was significantly correlated with the severity of bronchial obstruction as evaluated based on baseline FEV1 ( % predicted ) .
The decrease in PEmax was significantly correlated with the severity of bronchial obstruction as evaluated based on baseline FEV1 (% predicted).
RESULTS
Forced expiratory flows did not change after either CPT session .
Forced expiratory flows did not change after either CPT session.
RESULTS
The amount of sputum expectorated was similar for the two CPT sessions ( 5.3 + / - 5.3 g vs 4.6 + / - 4.8 g after the control and PSV session , respectively ; NS ) .
The amount of sputum expectorated was similar for the two CPT sessions (5. 3 + / - 5. 3 g vs 4. 6 + / - 4. 8 g after the control and PSV session, respectively ; NS).
RESULTS
Fifteen patients felt less tired after the PSV session .
Fifteen patients felt less tired after the PSV session.
RESULTS
Ten patients reported that expectoration was easier with PSV , whereas 4 did not note any difference ; 2 patients did not expectorate .
Ten patients reported that expectoration was easier with PSV, whereas 4 did not note any difference ; 2 patients did not expectorate.
RESULTS
Nine patients expressed a marked and 5 a small preference for PSV , and 2 patients had no preference .
Nine patients expressed a marked and 5 a small preference for PSV, and 2 patients had no preference.
RESULTS
The physiotherapists found it easier to perform CPT with PSV in 14 patients and did not perceive any difference in 2 patients .
The physiotherapists found it easier to perform CPT with PSV in 14 patients and did not perceive any difference in 2 patients.
CONCLUSIONS
Our study in CF children shows that respiratory muscle performance , as evaluated based on various parameters , decreased after CPT and that significant falls in oxygen saturation occurred after the FET maneuvers despite the quiet breathing periods between each FET cycle .
Our study in CF children shows that respiratory muscle performance, as evaluated based on various parameters, decreased after CPT and that significant falls in oxygen saturation occurred after the FET maneuvers despite the quiet breathing periods between each FET cycle.
CONCLUSIONS
These unwanted effects of CPT were
These unwanted effects of CPT were
OBJECTIVE
Comparing efficacy and safety of ibutilide vs. transoesophageal atrial pacing ( ATP ) for the termination of type I atrial flutter ( AFL ) .
Comparing efficacy and safety of ibutilide vs. transoesophageal atrial pacing (ATP) for the termination of type I atrial flutter (AFL).
RESULTS
Eighty-seven patients affected by AFL lasting between 2 h and 30 days were randomized in two groups : Group 1-i.v. ibutilide treatment , up to 2 mg , and Group 2-ATP , with `` burst '' and `` ramp '' pacing protocols .
Eighty-seven patients affected by AFL lasting between 2 h and 30 days were randomized in two groups : Group 1-i. v. ibutilide treatment, up to 2 mg, and Group 2-ATP, with '' burst '' and '' ramp '' pacing protocols.
RESULTS
Sinus rhythm was restored in 36/45 ( 80 % ) patients in Group 1 vs. 18/42 ( 43 % ) in Group 2 ( P < 0.0005 ) .
Sinus rhythm was restored in 36/45 (80 %) patients in Group 1 vs. 18/42 (43 %) in Group 2 (P < 0. 0005).
RESULTS
In Group 1 , mean AFL duration was 11.4 + / - 7.7 days in responders vs. 12.1 + / - 7.6 in non-responders ( P = ns ) , while in Group 2 it was 2.7 + / - 1.4 vs. 14.2 + / - 5.4 days ( responders vs. non-responders , respectively , P < 0.0001 ) ; 30/36 ( 83 % ) responders in Group 1 had AFL > 48 h vs. 10/18 ( 56 % ) responders in Group 2 ( P < 0.05 ) .
In Group 1, mean AFL duration was 11. 4 + / - 7. 7 days in responders vs. 12. 1 + / - 7. 6 in non-responders (P = ns), while in Group 2 it was 2. 7 + / - 1. 4 vs. 14. 2 + / - 5. 4 days (responders vs. non-responders, respectively, P < 0. 0001) ; 30/36 (83 %) responders in Group 1 had AFL > 48 h vs. 10/18 (56 %) responders in Group 2 (P < 0. 05).
RESULTS
Non-sustained polymorphic ventricular tachycardia occurred in 2 patients in Group 1 vs. none in Group 2 ( P = ns ) .
Non-sustained polymorphic ventricular tachycardia occurred in 2 patients in Group 1 vs. none in Group 2 (P = ns).
RESULTS
It did not require any specific treatment except the interruption of ibutilide infusion .
It did not require any specific treatment except the interruption of ibutilide infusion.
CONCLUSIONS
Both ibutilide and ATP proved to be safe and effective for recent onset type I AFL termination , but ibutilide was more effective when the arrhythmia had lasted longer than 48 h.
Both ibutilide and ATP proved to be safe and effective for recent onset type I AFL termination, but ibutilide was more effective when the arrhythmia had lasted longer than 48 h.
OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to describe the short-term effects of low-intensity laser treatment in eyes with drusen at risk of having choroidal neovascularization ( CNV ) develop secondary to age-related macular degeneration .
This study aimed to describe the short-term effects of low-intensity laser treatment in eyes with drusen at risk of having choroidal neovascularization (CNV) develop secondary to age-related macular degeneration.
METHODS
The study design was a multicentered , randomized clinical trial of laser treatment versus observation .
The study design was a multicentered, randomized clinical trial of laser treatment versus observation.
METHODS
One hundred fifty-six patients without exudative age-related macular degeneration and with more than 10 large ( > 63 microns ) drusen in each eye were enrolled in the Bilateral Drusen Study .
One hundred fifty-six patients without exudative age-related macular degeneration and with more than 10 large (> 63 microns) drusen in each eye were enrolled in the Bilateral Drusen Study.
METHODS
One hundred twenty patients with exudative age-related macular degeneration in 1 eye and more than 10 large drusen in the other eye were enrolled in the Fellow Eye Study .
One hundred twenty patients with exudative age-related macular degeneration in 1 eye and more than 10 large drusen in the other eye were enrolled in the Fellow Eye Study.
METHODS
The treatment protocol for most ( 85 % ) of the eyes consisted of 20 laser burns , 100 microns in diameter , in a pattern of 3 rows placed between the 12 - and 6-o'clock positions beyond the temporal perimeter of the foveal avascular zone .
The treatment protocol for most (85 %) of the eyes consisted of 20 laser burns, 100 microns in diameter, in a pattern of 3 rows placed between the 12 - and 6-o'clock positions beyond the temporal perimeter of the foveal avascular zone.
METHODS
The desired intensity of the burns was a gray-white lesion .
The desired intensity of the burns was a gray-white lesion.
METHODS
Whenever the area of drusen had not been reduced by 50 % or more at 6 months , a second treatment was applied nasal to the fovea in a mirror image of the first treatment .
Whenever the area of drusen had not been reduced by 50 % or more at 6 months, a second treatment was applied nasal to the fovea in a mirror image of the first treatment.
METHODS
During the last 6 months of enrollment , a second laser treatment protocol was adopted that specified 24 laser burns , 100 microns in diameter , in a circular pattern of 2 rows surrounding the macular drusen .
During the last 6 months of enrollment, a second laser treatment protocol was adopted that specified 24 laser burns, 100 microns in diameter, in a circular pattern of 2 rows surrounding the macular drusen.
METHODS
Change in visual acuity is the primary outcome measure .
Change in visual acuity is the primary outcome measure.
METHODS
Incidence of CNV , change in contrast threshold , and change in critical print size are secondary outcome measures .
Incidence of CNV, change in contrast threshold, and change in critical print size are secondary outcome measures.
RESULTS
In the Bilateral Drusen Study , CNV developed in 4 of 156 treated eyes and in 2 of 156 observed eyes ( P = 0.62 ) ; in the Fellow Eye Study , the proportions are 10/59 treated eyes and 2/61 observed eyes ( P = 0.02 ) .
In the Bilateral Drusen Study, CNV developed in 4 of 156 treated eyes and in 2 of 156 observed eyes (P = 0. 62) ; in the Fellow Eye Study, the proportions are 10/59 treated eyes and 2/61 observed eyes (P = 0. 02).
RESULTS
Changes in visual acuity are similar in treated and observed eyes in the Bilateral Drusen Study through 18 months .
Changes in visual acuity are similar in treated and observed eyes in the Bilateral Drusen Study through 18 months.
RESULTS
However , by 18 months , observed eyes in the Fellow Eye Study have lost more visual acuity than treated eyes ( P = 0.02 ) .
However, by 18 months, observed eyes in the Fellow Eye Study have lost more visual acuity than treated eyes (P = 0. 02).
RESULTS
Changes in contrast threshold are similar in treated and observed eyes in each study .
Changes in contrast threshold are similar in treated and observed eyes in each study.
CONCLUSIONS
Laser treatment to high-risk fellow eyes may increase the short-term incidence of CNV .
Laser treatment to high-risk fellow eyes may increase the short-term incidence of CNV.
CONCLUSIONS
Long-term effects in fellow eyes and effects in patients with bilateral drusen require additional observation .
Long-term effects in fellow eyes and effects in patients with bilateral drusen require additional observation.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this trial was to compare the effectiveness of intraarticular injection of highly cross-linked hyaluronic acid ( HA ) with intraarticular injection of gaseous oxygen ( O 2 ) in patients with clinical symptoms of cartilage damage in the knee .
The objective of this trial was to compare the effectiveness of intraarticular injection of highly cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) with intraarticular injection of gaseous oxygen (O 2) in patients with clinical symptoms of cartilage damage in the knee.
METHODS
Based on arthroscopically verified diagnosis , 111 patients were randomised and treated prospectively either with HA or O 2 .
Based on arthroscopically verified diagnosis, 111 patients were randomised and treated prospectively either with HA or O 2.
METHODS
The treatment was completed with an exercise program .
The treatment was completed with an exercise program.
METHODS
The follow up was one year .
The follow up was one year.
METHODS
109 patients ( 56 x HA , 53 x O 2 ) were statistically calculated with the Wilcoxon-test according to the results of the Lysholm-score , the Tegner-activity-index , the Womac-score for pain , stiffness , function and the VAS for pain in rest and under strain .
109 patients (56 x HA, 53 x O 2) were statistically calculated with the Wilcoxon-test according to the results of the Lysholm-score, the Tegner-activity-index, the Womac-score for pain, stiffness, function and the VAS for pain in rest and under strain.
RESULTS
Both treatments were able to attain a statistically significant reduction of pain ( VAS in rest and under strain , Womac part A ) , a reduction of joint stiffness ( Womac part B ) and improvement of joint function ( Womac part C , Lysholm-score ) during the follow up of one year .
Both treatments were able to attain a statistically significant reduction of pain (VAS in rest and under strain, Womac part A), a reduction of joint stiffness (Womac part B) and improvement of joint function (Womac part C, Lysholm-score) during the follow up of one year.
RESULTS
The Tegner-activity-index showed no significant change under both treatments .
The Tegner-activity-index showed no significant change under both treatments.
RESULTS
The comparison of both treatments showed differences in VAS under strain ( p = 0.001 ) , the Lysholm-score ( p = 0.003 ) , Womac part A ( p = 0.003 ) and part C ( p = 0.001 ) .
The comparison of both treatments showed differences in VAS under strain (p = 0. 001), the Lysholm-score (p = 0. 003), Womac part A (p = 0. 003) and part C (p = 0. 001).
RESULTS
As a result HA showed significant better improvements with the VAS and Lysholm-score and oxygen showed significant better changes in the Womac-score part A and C.
As a result HA showed significant better improvements with the VAS and Lysholm-score and oxygen showed significant better changes in the Womac-score part A and C.
RESULTS
The results with cartilage damage 2 degrees were the same as in the total ( VAS strain : p = 0.029 for O 2 , Lysholm-score : p = 0.003 for HA , WOMAC part A : p = 0.009 for HA , Womac part C : p = 0.006 for O 2 ) .
The results with cartilage damage 2 degrees were the same as in the total (VAS strain : p = 0. 029 for O 2, Lysholm-score : p = 0. 003 for HA, WOMAC part A : p = 0. 009 for HA, Womac part C : p = 0. 006 for O 2).
RESULTS
The results with cartilage damage 3 degrees showed significant differences in reduction of joint stiffness ( Womac part B : p = 0.012 ) for O 2 .
The results with cartilage damage 3 degrees showed significant differences in reduction of joint stiffness (Womac part B : p = 0. 012) for O 2.
RESULTS
For cartilage damage 4 degrees HA showed significant reduction of pain ( VAS rest : p = 0.001 , VAS strain : p = 0.003 ) and O 2 significant reduction of pain and function ( Womac part A : p = 0.004 , part C : p = 0.002 ) .
For cartilage damage 4 degrees HA showed significant reduction of pain (VAS rest : p = 0. 001, VAS strain : p = 0. 003) and O 2 significant reduction of pain and function (Womac part A : p = 0. 004, part C : p = 0. 002).
CONCLUSIONS
Both methods are suitable to improve significantly the discomfort due one year to osteoarthritis .
Both methods are suitable to improve significantly the discomfort due one year to osteoarthritis.
CONCLUSIONS
The pain relief by HA and the improvement of joint function by O 2 treatment have been shown for higher degrees of cartilage damage .
The pain relief by HA and the improvement of joint function by O 2 treatment have been shown for higher degrees of cartilage damage.
OBJECTIVE
To evaluate the safety and tolerability of adjunctive brivaracetam ( BRV ) , a high-affinity synaptic vesicle protein 2A ( SV2A ) ligand , in adults with uncontrolled epilepsy .
To evaluate the safety and tolerability of adjunctive brivaracetam (BRV), a high-affinity synaptic vesicle protein 2A (SV2A) ligand, in adults with uncontrolled epilepsy.
OBJECTIVE
Efficacy was also assessed in patients with focal seizures as a secondary objective , and explored by descriptive analysis in patients with generalized seizures .
Efficacy was also assessed in patients with focal seizures as a secondary objective, and explored by descriptive analysis in patients with generalized seizures.
METHODS
This was a phase III , randomized , double-blind , placebo ( PBO ) - controlled flexible dose trial ( N01254/NCT00504881 ) in adults ( 16-70 years ) with uncontrolled epilepsy ( up to 20 % could be patients with generalized epilepsy ) .
This was a phase III, randomized, double-blind, placebo (PBO) - controlled flexible dose trial (N01254/NCT00504881) in adults (16-70 years) with uncontrolled epilepsy (up to 20 % could be patients with generalized epilepsy).
METHODS
After a prospective 4-week baseline , patients were randomized ( 3:1 ) to b.i.d. BRV or PBO , initiated at 20 mg/day and increased , as needed , to 150 mg/day during an 8-week dose-finding period .
After a prospective 4-week baseline, patients were randomized (3:1) to b. i. d. BRV or PBO, initiated at 20 mg/day and increased, as needed, to 150 mg/day during an 8-week dose-finding period.
METHODS
This was followed by an 8-week stable-dose maintenance period .
This was followed by an 8-week stable-dose maintenance period.
METHODS
The treatment period comprised the dose-finding period plus the maintenance period ( 16 weeks ) .
The treatment period comprised the dose-finding period plus the maintenance period (16 weeks).
RESULTS
A total of 480 patients were randomized ( BRV 359 , PBO 121 ) ; of these , 431 had focal epilepsy and 49 had generalized epilepsy .
A total of 480 patients were randomized (BRV 359, PBO 121) ; of these, 431 had focal epilepsy and 49 had generalized epilepsy.
RESULTS
Ninety percent BRV - and 91.7 % PBO-treated patients completed the study .
Ninety percent BRV - and 91. 7 % PBO-treated patients completed the study.
RESULTS
Similar proportions of patients ( BRV 66.0 % , PBO 65.3 % ) reported adverse events ( AEs ) during the treatment period .
Similar proportions of patients (BRV 66. 0 %, PBO 65. 3 %) reported adverse events (AEs) during the treatment period.
RESULTS
AEs led to treatment discontinuation in 6.1 % and 5.0 % of BRV - and PBO-treated patients , respectively .
AEs led to treatment discontinuation in 6. 1 % and 5. 0 % of BRV - and PBO-treated patients, respectively.
RESULTS
The incidence of AEs declined from the dose-finding ( BRV 56.0 % , PBO 55.4 % ) to the maintenance ( BRV 36.8 % , PBO 40.9 % ) period .
The incidence of AEs declined from the dose-finding (BRV 56. 0 %, PBO 55. 4 %) to the maintenance (BRV 36. 8 %, PBO 40. 9 %) period.
RESULTS
The most frequent AEs during the treatment period were headache ( BRV 14.2 % vs. PBO 19.8 % ) , somnolence ( BRV 11.1 % vs. PBO 4.1 % ) , and dizziness ( BRV 8.6 % vs. PBO 5.8 % ) .
The most frequent AEs during the treatment period were headache (BRV 14. 2 % vs. PBO 19. 8 %), somnolence (BRV 11. 1 % vs. PBO 4. 1 %), and dizziness (BRV 8. 6 % vs. PBO 5. 8 %).
RESULTS
The incidence of psychiatric AEs was similar for BRV and PBO ( BRV 12.3 % , PBO 11.6 % ) .
The incidence of psychiatric AEs was similar for BRV and PBO (BRV 12. 3 %, PBO 11. 6 %).
RESULTS
In patients with focal seizures , the baseline-adjusted percent reduction in seizure frequency/week in the BRV group ( n = 323 ) over PBO ( n = 108 ) was 7.3 % ( p = 0.125 ) during the treatment period .
In patients with focal seizures, the baseline-adjusted percent reduction in seizure frequency/week in the BRV group (n = 323) over PBO (n = 108) was 7. 3 % (p = 0. 125) during the treatment period.
RESULTS
The median percent reduction in baseline-adjusted seizure frequency/week was 26.9 % BRV versus 18.9 % PBO ( p = 0.070 ) , and the 50 % responder rate was 30.3 % BRV versus 16.7 % PBO ( p = 0.006 ) .
The median percent reduction in baseline-adjusted seizure frequency/week was 26. 9 % BRV versus 18. 9 % PBO (p = 0. 070), and the 50 % responder rate was 30. 3 % BRV versus 16. 7 % PBO (p = 0. 006).
RESULTS
In patients with generalized seizures only , the number of seizure days/week decreased from 1.42 at baseline to 0.63 during the treatment period in BRV-treated patients ( n = 36 ) , and from 1.47 at baseline to 1.26 during the treatment period in PBO-treated patients ( n = 13 ) .
In patients with generalized seizures only, the number of seizure days/week decreased from 1. 42 at baseline to 0. 63 during the treatment period in BRV-treated patients (n = 36), and from 1. 47 at baseline to 1. 26 during the treatment period in PBO-treated patients (n = 13).
RESULTS
The median percent reduction from baseline in generalized seizure days/week was 42.6 % versus 20.7 % , and the 50 % responder rate was 44.4 % versus 15.4 % in BRV-treated and PBO-treated patients , respectively .
The median percent reduction from baseline in generalized seizure days/week was 42. 6 % versus 20. 7 %, and the 50 % responder rate was 44. 4 % versus 15. 4 % in BRV-treated and PBO-treated patients, respectively.
CONCLUSIONS
Adjunctive BRV given at individualized tailored doses ( 20-150 mg/day ) was well tolerated in adults with uncontrolled epilepsy , and our results provided support for further evaluation of efficacy in reducing focal and generalized seizures .
Adjunctive BRV given at individualized tailored doses (20-150 mg/day) was well tolerated in adults with uncontrolled epilepsy, and our results provided support for further evaluation of efficacy in reducing focal and generalized seizures.
BACKGROUND
Whether continuous renal replacement therapy is better than intermittent haemodialysis for the treatment of acute renal failure in critically ill patients is controversial .
Whether continuous renal replacement therapy is better than intermittent haemodialysis for the treatment of acute renal failure in critically ill patients is controversial.
BACKGROUND
In this study , we compare the effect of intermittent haemodialysis and continuous venovenous haemodiafiltration on survival rates in critically ill patients with acute renal failure as part of multiple-organ dysfunction syndrome .
In this study, we compare the effect of intermittent haemodialysis and continuous venovenous haemodiafiltration on survival rates in critically ill patients with acute renal failure as part of multiple-organ dysfunction syndrome.
METHODS
Our prospective , randomised , multicentre study took place between Oct 1 , 1999 , and March 3 , 2003 , in 21 medical or multidisciplinary intensive-care units from university or community hospitals in France .
Our prospective, randomised, multicentre study took place between Oct 1, 1999, and March 3, 2003, in 21 medical or multidisciplinary intensive-care units from university or community hospitals in France.
METHODS
Guidelines were provided to achieve optimum haemodynamic tolerance and effectiveness of solute removal in both groups .
Guidelines were provided to achieve optimum haemodynamic tolerance and effectiveness of solute removal in both groups.
METHODS
The two groups were treated with the same polymer membrane and bicarbonate-based buffer .
The two groups were treated with the same polymer membrane and bicarbonate-based buffer.
METHODS
360 patients were randomised , and the primary endpoint was 60-day survival based on an intention-to-treat analysis .
360 patients were randomised, and the primary endpoint was 60-day survival based on an intention-to-treat analysis.
RESULTS
Rate of survival at 60-days did not differ between the groups ( 32 % in the intermittent haemodialysis group versus 33 % in the continuous renal replacement therapy group [ 95 % CI -8.8 to 11.1 , ] ) , or at any other time .
Rate of survival at 60-days did not differ between the groups (32 % in the intermittent haemodialysis group versus 33 % in the continuous renal replacement therapy group [95 % CI -8. 8 to 11. 1,]), or at any other time.