MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Praxis' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:50:42 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607540&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252588%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Göksu Y, Hofbauer G, Serra A, Nowak A PMID: 22252588 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607540 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607538&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252590%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Egloff N, Hirschi A, von Känel R Abstract This overview portrays the salient physiological mechanisms being involved in the clinical manifestation of chronic pain in traumatized patients. A «hypermnesia-hyperarousal-model» is purported to support the neurophysiologic plausibility of the trauma-pain-relationship. We discuss seven characteristic clinical pain entities which alone or in combination can be found in patients with a previous psychological trauma. PMID: 22252590 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607538 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607537&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252591%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sarnthein J, Krayenbühl N, Actor B, Bozinov O, Bernays R Abstract Intraoperative Neurophysiological Mo-nitoring (IONM) identifies eloquent areas or nerves fibers during neurosurgical interventions and monitors their function. For several interventions IONM has become mandatory in neurosurgery. IONM increases patient safety during surgery as the risk of neurological deficits is reduced. Safer surgery reduces the time needed for the intervention and thereby reduces risk. IONM contributes to complete resection of tumors, which in turn prolongs patients' survival. Complicated surgical interventions associated with an elevated risk of neurological deficits have only become possible due to IONM. IONM comprises a variety of procedures that are selected for a particular intervent... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607537 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607536&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252592%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Müller MA, Duewell S Abstract Only a standartized, systematic approach allows a complete review of a chest x-ray and the collection of all relevant informations. In detail, alterations of the following structures should be sought: soft tissue, bones, pleura, mediastinum, lung, heart, pulmonary circulation and hili. Technical factors and the position of the patient should also be considered. PMID: 22252592 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607536 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607535&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252593%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Provenzano M Abstract Prostate cancer (PCa) is one of the most common solid cancers and one of the most important causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide in men. So far, several efforts have been devoted to identify prostate cancer biomarkers, which allow a discrimination between indolent and clinically significant diseases, however with scarce results. The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) still remains the marker of choice for PCa diagnosis, prognosis, and «active surveillance». Thus, a sensitive and specific independent indicator, easy to screen in blood or urine is still not available. This review will provide a new insight into the role of previous (i.e. PSA) and new biomarkers, to use separately or in combination for prostate cancer screening and early detection ... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607535 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607535 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607534&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252594%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sims H, Erber WN PMID: 22252594 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607534 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607533&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252595%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Felix O, Felleiter P, Sturzenegger M Abstract The Wernicke Encephalopathy (WE) as a result of a (sub)acute thiamine deficiency remains, unfortunately, still under-diagnosed, especially among non-alcoholics. It should be considered in each occurrence of delirium as well as in any ocular motor disorder and ataxia, in particular if there is a history of weight loss with or without gastrointestinal symptoms. In cases with suspected WE an immediate intravenous substitution of 3×200 mg/d is recommended. PMID: 22252595 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607533 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5607532&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22252596%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Steurer J PMID: 22252596 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5607532 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5607532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570042&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219071%26dopt%3DAbstract The objective behind this quality control (performed for the time period from January 2006 through June 2010) was to analyse differences between employed and unemployed patients. Patients were interviewed in a longitudinal profile with a follow-up of three months after the interdisciplinarian evaluation (including medical, physio/occupational therapy as well as psychological evaluations). Client management for the group of currently unemployed persons was simplified for 63.8% of referring doctors following these consultations hours. With the group of currently employed persons it even facilitated client management for 79.2% of referring doctors, subsequent to consultation hours. 92.5% of these referring doctors would recommend the RIPA to colleagues and interested parties. PMID: 222190... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570042 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570041&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219072%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Schwizer W, Rogler G, Rösch T, Bauerfeind P, Häfner M, Wirth HP, Müllhaupt B, Fried M Abstract «Gastro-Highlights», an annual symposium dedicated to continuing education, took place at the University Hospital Zürich for the sixteenth time this autumn. In this well-attended event, major new findings in the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology that were published in the past year or recently presented at the «Digestive Disease Week (DDW)» were summarized for practising gastroenterologists and internists. PMID: 22219072 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570041 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570040&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219073%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Panther E, Thimme R Abstract Approximately 550 million people worldwide are chronically infected with hepatitis B (HBV) or hepatitis C (HCV) virus. The clinical course of HBV and HCV infection is variable and can lead to a chronic but mild hepatitis or to liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)1. Therefore, antiviral therapy should be considered in patients with chronic hepatitis to prevent progression of disease. Here, we review the current indications and guidelines for antiviral therapy in chronic HBV and HCV infection. PMID: 22219073 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570040 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570040 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570039&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219074%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Liesch M Abstract Ischemic stroke is an important disease with high morbidity and mortality. Systemic fibrinolysis is well studied and has become the accepted international standard of acute therapy. Intraarterial lysis and intravascular mechanical treatment options are becoming increasingly important. The time window for acute therapies is limited to a few hours after the onset of symptoms. A substantial proportion of stroke is preceeded by a transient ischemic attack (TIA). The immediate identification of the cause of such a TIA and initiation of treatment can prevent as much as 80% of subsequent strokes. Recent clinical trials attempt to treat more patients with more individualized strategies. PMID: 22219074 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570039 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570038&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219075%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Premaor MO, Compston JE PMID: 22219075 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570038 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570037&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219076%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Weibel M, Ossola N Abstract A 36-year-old woman with anorexia nervosa and resulting malnutrition decided to change her life and eat properly. One day after the refeeding start, instead of feeling better she felt much worse: fatigue, nausea and leg swelling occurred. She consulted our emergency department. A «refeeding syndrome» has been diagnosed. In this case report we discuss causes, clinical presentation and treatment of this illness. The aim is to make practitians aware about the existing of this disease even with oral refeeding. Warning signs have to be interpreted correctly in order to avoid dramatic consequences. PMID: 22219076 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570037 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5570036&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22219077%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Steurer J PMID: 22219077 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5570036 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5570036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518757&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161878%26dopt%3DAbstract Praxis (Bern 1994). 2011 Dec 14;100(25):1525-1528 Authors: PMID: 22161878 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518757 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518756&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161879%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Walder A, Greil W Abstract Due to their multimorbidity elderly patients take multiple medications, which increase the risks of adverse side effects. In this patient group, main aim of treatment is to achieve an optimal quality of live. Unwanted effects of drugs and of drug combinations (polypharmacy) have carefully to be checked. PMID: 22161879 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518756 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518755&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161880%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dietrich CF Abstract Inflammation and neoplasia lead to an alteration of the normal tissue structure causing hardening of the tissue and an alteration of its elasticity. The elasticity modulus is a measure of the stress which is applied to tissue structures relative to the strain or deformation produced. Acute inflammation (softer tissue) will be compressed more than harder (neoplastic) tissue under the same pressure. This different deformation can be detected from the ultrasound data, analysed (autocorrelation) and displayed similar to a conventional Colour Doppler examination colour overlay of the conventional B-Mode image. In the following article elastographic applications are discussed. PMID: 22161880 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518755 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518755 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518750&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161881%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bajka M Abstract Confirmation and clarification of an adnexal mass is a domain of transvaginal ultrasound. The highest hit ratio is achieved by experienced sonographers relying on a dedicated set of sonomorphologic criteria. Less experienced may consult validated scores, colour doppler findings and the tumor marker CA125. The assignment to one of the three groups simple cyst, benign tumor, malign tumor should lead to an adequate procedure (control, laparoscopy, laparotomy). Whenever possible to avoid unnecessary surgical interventions, simple cysts should be treated conservatively. Also in postmenopausal woman 50% of them resolve spontaneously in 60 days. Ovarian cancer screening is still an unsolved problem. Nearly all established methods fail because of the low prevalenc... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518750 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518749&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161882%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kane B, Turkington PM, Howard LS, Davison AG, Gibson GJ, O'Driscoll BR PMID: 22161882 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518749 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518748&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161883%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brenner M, Rosin C, Battegay E, Häusermann P Abstract A 65 year old HIV-infected patient (CDC A2, diagnosed in 07/2008) presented with facial, erythematous infiltrated papular lesions. Consistent with progressive immunodeficiency a low CD4+ T-cell count and an increase of the viral load was seen simultaneously and an eosinophilic pustular folliculitis (EPF) was assumed. Though, the lesional biopsy revealed a follicular eosinophilic infiltration and endotrichial hyphae, proving for an infiltrating dermatophytosis. This shows how an infiltrating Tinea faciei is mimicking clinically and histologically an HIV-associated EPF of the face. PMID: 22161883 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518748 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518748 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5518747&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22161884%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Steurer J PMID: 22161884 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5518747 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5518747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5482878&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22124956%26dopt%3DAbstract Praxis (Bern 1994). 2011 Nov 30;100(24):1453-1456 Authors: PMID: 22124956 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5482878 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5482878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5482877&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22124957%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Chmiel C, Birnbaum B, Gensichen J, Rosemann T, Frei A Abstract In order to sustain the continuity and quality of treatment in diabetic primary care patients, it is necessary to introduce structured and regularly performed monitoring system into the practice team. The monitoring aims at early and valid recognition of potential complications resulting from a chronic disease. Ideally the practice nurse is in charge of the case management. The central element of the case management is a colour coded instrument, the diabetes traffic light scheme, by which means the most important clinical parameters and patient adherence can be screened in regular intervals. Additionally, the instrument regulates in-practice communication by means of stratified action plans and enables ideal tr... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5482877 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5482877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5482876&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22124958%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stienen MN, Cadosch D, Hildebrandt G, Gautschi OP Abstract Lumbar disc herniation has a high prevalence and strong social-medical impact. Patients suffer from lower back pain that radiates from the spine. Loss of sensation or paresis adds to the clinical picture. The diagnosis should be confirmed by imaging in patients considered for surgery. High remission rates initially warrant conservative treatment (adequate analgesia and physiotherapy) in many patients. If this treatment does not lead to significant alleviation within 5-8 weeks, surgery should be performed to reduce the risk of chronic nerve affection. Posterior interlaminar fenestration is the intervention primarily conducted for this diagnosis. A relapse in the same region occurs in up to 10% of patients after mont... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5482876 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5482876 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5482875&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22124959%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pfammatter JP Abstract Syncope is a frequently observed symptom in pediatrics with teenagers being the age group most often affected. In contrast to older age, organic cardiac causes of syncope in child-hood are observed in a minority of only 2-5% of cases, in their majority pediatric syncopes thus are neurocardiogenic in origin. The rare organic cardiac causes that may manifest with syncope are all potentially dangerous entities such as cardiomyopathies, genetic primary electrical disease and some forms of structural heart disease, as well as some other rare diseases such as e.g. primary pulmonary hypertension. These diseases have to be actively looked for or excluded. Guidelines recommend patient evaluation including history, physical examination and ECG, which is suffic... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5482875 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5482875 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5482874&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22124960%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brown SC, Brew S, Madigan J PMID: 22124960 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5482874 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5482874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5429005&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22086377%26dopt%3DAbstract Praxis (Bern 1994). 2011 Nov 16;100(23):1396-1397 Authors: PMID: 22086377 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5429005 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5429005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5429004&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22086378%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Arrigo M, Bregenzer T, Huber LC Abstract Patients not having a general practitioner will more likely use the emergency departments (ED) of hospitals for primary care. Crowding of the ED due to patients with minor health problems is a growing burden. The present work was aimed to analyze data of ED consultations at a Swiss regional hospital. Leading diagnoses of ED consultations covered a broad spectrum of internal medicine. The majority of patients seen in the ED are «walk-in» patients with minor problems that after initial evaluation and treatment in the ED could be managed as outpatients. Pediatric patients made a considerable part of the workload. Elderly patients (>65 years) were hospitalized more often. PMID: 22086378 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5429004 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5429004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5429003&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22086379%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Casper M, Lammert F Abstract Gallstone disease is one of the most common gastroenterological diseases and represents a major burden for our heath care systems. Cholesterol gallstones, responsible for about 90% of stones, represent a multifactorial disease with an important genetic component. Most gallstone-carriers remain asymptomatic and hence in general, they not need any therapy. In contrast those with symptomatic (biliary colic) or complicated gallstone disease (cholecystitis, obstructive cholangitis, biliary pancreatitis) have to be treated interdisciplinarily by surgeons and endoscopists. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy represents the causal therapy to avoid recurrent symptoms as well as the therapy of choice for cholecystitis as the most common complication of gallston... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5429003 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5429003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5429002&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22086380%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rogler G, Beglinger C, Mottet C, Seibold F, Gross V Abstract The availability of new topical preparations for the treatment of left sided ulcerative colitis ulcerosa offers a therapy optimization for many patients. Rectal application of steroids and 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) is associated with fewer side effects and has a higher therapeutic efficacy in mild to moderate-active left-sided colitis as compared to a systemic therapy. Often it is argued that the patients' compliance is insufficient with a rectal therapy. However, with sufficient information on the proven advantages this is usually not the case. The rectal application of drugs in distal ulcerative colitis is suitable also for the maintenance of remission. Therefore the new therapy guidelines recommend topical... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5429002 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5429002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5429001&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22086381%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Arbabi EM, Arshad FA, Holden D, Carrim ZI PMID: 22086381 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5429001 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5429001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5383960&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22048910%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Moser C, Miedinger D, Frey F, Karli C, Leuppi JD Abstract Smoking is a major health risk in young adults. We undertook a study in young Swiss military recruits to determine the impact of intensive training and of help offered on smoking cessation during Basic Military Training (BMT). A questionnaire including questions according to their smoking status, sporting activities and, alcohol use was administered to 999 conscripts at beginning and at the end of the BMT. The results were compared to a control group of BMT schools where no such intervention took place. The study shows that the prevalence of smokers in the intervention group decreased (start BMT 31.9%, end BMT 25.5%; p = 0.021), while the prevalence of smokers increased in the control group (start BMT 26.4%, end BMT... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5383960 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5383960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5383959&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22048911%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Himmel F, Bode F, Schunkert H, Weil J Abstract Resistant hypertension is defined as blood pressure that remains above therapeutic goal despite the use of 3 antihypertensive drugs including a diuretic. After exclusion of secondary causes and medical incompliance, the estimated prevalence of resistant arterial hypertension ranges from 4% to 19% in hypertensive patients. Treatment requires a multimodal therapeutic approach. Hyperactivation of the sympathetic nervous system plays a key role in the genesis of hypertension. Targeting renal sympathetic nerves, percutaneous catheter-based renal denervation is a new therapeutic option for the treatment of resistant arterial hypertension in selected drug resistant patients. PMID: 22048911 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5383959 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5383959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5383958&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22048912%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Heekeren K Abstract There is a high comorbidity between cannabis use and schizophrenia. Several factors contribute to this comorbidity: secondary development of addiction, cannabis-related induction of psychosis and shared neurobiological alterations. Meanwhile, there is evidence that cannabis use is associated with an increased risk of schizophrenia. Prospective epidemiological studies have shown that a frequent cannabis use doubles the risk for schizophrenia. Interestingly, schizophrenic patients with comorbid cannabis use often show significantly better performances in neuropsychological tests than patients without cannabis use. This is nevertheless not due to a positive effect of cannabis, but a sign of cannabis-related psychosis induction in subjects with a higher lev... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5383958 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5383958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5383957&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22048913%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Weiler R, Ingram M, Wolman R PMID: 22048913 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5383957 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5383957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5383956&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22048914%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lehner R, Stoupis C, Roth T, Andreisek G, Tamborrini G Abstract The acute calcific tendinitis of the longus colli muscle is a rare inflammatory process of the prevertebral muscles. The clinical picture includes acute neck pain, limited range of motion of the cervical spine with stiffness and odynophagia. The laboratory findings demonstrate inflammatory signs. The incidence of the disease peaks between the third and sixth decade. The knowledge of the characteristic radiologic findings and the self-limiting course prevents the patient from needless medical and surgical interventions. PMID: 22048914 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5383956 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5383956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5383955&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22048915%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Woitzek K PMID: 22048915 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5383955 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5383955 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334332&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012752%26dopt%3DAbstract Praxis (Bern 1994). 2011 Oct 19;100(21):1281-1282 Authors: PMID: 22012752 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334332 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5334332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334331&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012753%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Nordmann A Abstract This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials comparing the effects of Mediterranean to low-fat diets in overweight/obese individuals for the modification of cardiovascular risk factors demonstrates the superiority of Mediterranean over low-fat diets in improving control of most cardiovascular risk factors after a follow-up of 2 years. Although the incremental effects of Mediterranean diets on individual cardiovascular risk factors was modest, the consistent benefit over a broad range of established cardiovascular risk factors may result in a reduction of cardiovascular complications. PMID: 22012753 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334331 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5334331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334330&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012754%26dopt%3DAbstract This article reviews the applications of high resolution ultrasound (HRUS) which were discussed at the SGUM congress in Davos in the talk «pearls and crystals». Sonography is an excellent and validated tool in the diagnostics and assessment e.g. of spondylo-arthritis and crystal deposition diseases. Enthesitis is a typical feature of SpA. The Sensitivity of HRUS diagnosing enthesitis is higher compared to the clinical examination. High frequency US probes allow furthermore an accurate assessment in crystal deposition diseases. Sonography is able to detect various typical pathologies in gout, pseudogout and apatite depo-sition disease. Will HRUS in the near future be able to replace microscopy in the diagnostics of crystal deposition diseases? PMID: 22012754 [PubMed - in process] (Sou... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334330 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5334330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334329&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012755%26dopt%3DAbstract This article reviews the aspects which were discussed at the SGUM congress in Davos in the talk «why are bats better than physicians». The talk focussed on modern aspects of Ultrasound (US) diagnostics at the locomotor system. High frequency US probes allow accurate diagnosis, initial assessment and follow up in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteo-Arthritis. Basic pathologic features in these pathologic conditions in form of synovitis, erosion and cartilage damage are described. In case of entrapment neuropathies - first of all in carpal tunnel syndrome - pathognomonic sonomorphologic changes can be detected and allow to confirm a clinical suspicion. The correct indication for diagnostic or therapeutic interventions at the musculoskeletal system can be critically verified and if necessary rev... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334329 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5334329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5334328&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D22012756%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gupta PS, Green AN, Chowdhury TA PMID: 22012756 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5334328 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5334328 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5302382&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21971615%26dopt%3DAbstract Praxis (Bern 1994). 2011 Oct 5;100(20):1222-1223 Authors: PMID: 21971615 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5302382 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5302382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5302380&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21971616%26dopt%3DAbstract The objective of the LARA program was to identify the comorbidities and characteristics of asthma (A), intermittent or persistent rhinitis (IPR) and physician defined atopic dermatitis (AD) in 6- to 16-year old asthmatic Swiss children and adolescents. Overall, 126 general practitioners and paediatricians collected the data of 670 asthmatics. Approximately one third of the asthmatic children in Switzerland had well-controlled asthma. Almost two thirds of these asthmatics suffered from concomitant IPR. The latter presented with significantly less symptoms while the treatment rates with inhaled corticosteroids (approximately 90%) and leukotriene-receptorantagonists (approximately 50%) were comparable. However, there were almost twice as many passive smokers in the less well-controlled group.... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5302380 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5302380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5302378&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21971617%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kobza R Abstract Regular exercise decreases the risk of coronary artery disease by controlling risk factors. On the other hand, vigorous exertion increases the risk of sudden cardiac death in subjects with pre-existing cardiac diseases. Long term endurance sport practice may increase the incidence of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and sinus node dysfunction in otherwise healthy subjects. PMID: 21971617 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5302378 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5302378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5302377&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21971618%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Leo C, Fink D Abstract Erythropoietin is a glycoprotein predominantly produced in the kidney. It is an essential regulator of erythropoiesis in the bone marrow. Although cancer-associated anemia is caused by multiple factors, recombinant erythropoietin (rhuEpo) was widely used to treat and prevent this condition. Several clinical studies showed that the use of rhuEpo results in an efficient reduction of red blood cell transfusions in cancer-associated anemia. However, over the past twenty years, Epo and its receptor EpoR were found to be expressed also outside the hematopoietic system and in malignant tumors. This led to a discussion concerning potential risks associated with the application of erythropoiesis-stimulating agents in oncology. PMID: 21971618 [PubMed - in ... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5302377 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5302377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249883&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21938710%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gerber B, Senn O Abstract Stroke prophylaxis in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation is becoming an increasingly dynamic field. The new guidelines from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) recommend a stroke- and bleeding risk-assessment in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation using the CHA2DS2VASc and the HAS-BLED scores, respectively. Furthermore, new drugs for stroke prophylaxis such as dabigatran, rivaroxaban and apixaban are undergoing approval in Europe and will undoubtedly challenge the well-established vitamin K antagonists. Hence, stroke prophylaxis is likely to become a much more individualized treatment in the future. This review should help to critically weigh the pros and the cons of the new therapeutic options. PMID: 21938710 [PubM... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249883 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249882&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21938711%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stienen MN, Abdulazim A, Mendes Pereira V, Schaller K, Hildebrandt G, Gautschi OP Abstract Cerebral arteriovenous malformations (AVM) are vascular lesions that occur either congenitally or arise in early childhood. AVM are characterised by arteriovenous shunts through a nidus of coiled and tortuous vascular connections that connect feeding arteries to draining veins. Generally, AVM become evident through intracranial haemorrhage in patients aged 20-40 years. Especially, in the young adult presenting with epileptic seizures or focal neurological deficits AVM needs to be considered as an important differential diagnosis. Treatment modalities for the occlusion of symptomatic AVM include microneurosurgery, endovascular embolisation, or radiosurgery. These can be performed each... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249882 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249881&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21938712%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fucentese SF, Koch PP PMID: 21938712 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249881 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249878&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21938715%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mossdorf E, Marzolini C, Fasel D, Mello Fayet A, Blum C, Donath M, Battegay M Abstract We develop a differential diagnosis and diagnostic approach to a possible drug-drug interaction between a cART based on boosted atazanavir and newly given drugs. History taking should not only encompass prescribed but also over-the-counter medication. Exchange of information between attending physicians as to therapeutic changes, documented side effects and adherence, therapeutic drug monitoring of cART and evaluation by pharmacologist in complex situations are the diagnostic tools at hand. PMID: 21938715 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249878 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249877&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21938716%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Steurer J PMID: 21938716 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249877 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249899&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21932197%26dopt%3DAbstract This study concerns itself with consultations, what they are about, how they are structured and how their achievements can be described. In total, 127 recorded consultations were analysed. The 12 recorded general practitioners were themselves involved in the data analysis. The analysis confirms that in comparison to the European average, the Swiss consultation is rather long with a consultation length of 12.5 minutes. 80% of the consultation time is taken up by mere conversation. Per average, three medical topics are discussed within that time. Thus, about three minutes are at disposal per topic. In every consultation we can also find one non-medical topic. The structure of a consultation is complex and changes continually depending on the performed tasks. PMID: 21932197 [PubMed - in p... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249899 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249899 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249898&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21932198%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Micheroli R, Kyburz D, Ciurea A, Tamborrini G Abstract Many rheumatic diseases show changes and are visible in the hands. The pattern of distribution in the relevant joints, soft-tissue changes, skin manifestations, neurological and vascular symptoms and clinical findings provide fundamental information. Imaging and lab results provide diagnostic support. In this review, common diseases are presented in terms of their clinical expressions in the hands: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis, systemic sclerosis, dermatomyositis/polymyositis and systemic lupus erythematosus. Furthermore, we discuss pathological findings of the hands as a result of diabetic cheiroarthropathia, end... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249898 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249897&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21932199%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Faeh D Abstract According to most studies, persons living or being born at higher altitude have a lower risk of fatal myocardial infarction or stroke than lowlanders. The altitude effect is more pronounced for myocardial infarction than for stroke and generally stronger in men than in women. Possibly, exposure to a certain altitude impacts on cardiovascular risk for the entire life span. It is unlikely that classical cardiovascular risk factors substantially influence the altitude effect. In contrast, environmental conditions that depend on altitude could play a role. PMID: 21932199 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249897 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249897 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249896&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21932200%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ali K, Harnden A, Edge JA PMID: 21932200 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249896 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249895&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21932201%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Erlinger U Abstract In connection with manually performed and lasting changes in themselves, known as body modification, the guardianship authority Zurich examined together with the city's public health physician at the request of relatives of the person affected, whether guardianship measures were to set up to the person concerned to protect against further changes to her body. The legal and medical examination revealed that the person concerned must be judicious about applying changes to her body and no further measures are necessary. PMID: 21932201 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249895 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5249894&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21932202%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Woitzek K PMID: 21932202 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5249894 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5249894 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5162650&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21863572%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wiesner W Abstract Multidetector-row CT has shown over the past years that it is able to provide reliable diagnoses in various acute intestinal conditions. The presented article provides an overview of non-inflammatory acute intestinal pathologies, ranging from obstruction to ischemia. PMID: 21863572 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5162650 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5162650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5162649&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21863573%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wiesner W Abstract Multidetector-row CT has shown over the past years that it is able to provide reliable diagnoses in various acute intestinal conditions. The presented article provides an overview of primary and secondary inflammatory acute intestinal pathologies and their differential diagnoses. PMID: 21863573 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5162649 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5162649 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5162648&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21863574%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brenner R, Allemann Y Abstract Cardiac monitoring with ECG and blood pressure recording is routinely performed during a stress test and blood pressure response is an important part of its interpretation. Unfortunately, the latter is not straightforward, partly because of the inconsistent definition of a pathologic blood pressure response, the different populations included in the studies and divergent test modalities. An exaggerated blood pressure response in normotensive subjects without coronary heart disease is associated with an increased risk of future arterial hypertension, whereas in patients with known or suspected coronary heart disease, prognosis is not worse than in patients with normal blood pressure response. By contrast, exercise induced hypotension, particul... Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5162648 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5162648 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5162647&cid=s_38170_22_f&fid=38170&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21863575%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: George C, Zermansky W, Hurst JR PMID: 21863575 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Praxis) Praxis journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5162647 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5162647