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The objective of this randomized triple blind controlled trial is to compare the effects of Doxepin and Nortriptyline on diarrhea predominant irritable bowel syndrome. In this stuy, 75 patients with IBS are randomly assigned to receive Doxepin , Nortriptyline or placebo, a tablet per day, orally, for two months. Abdominal pain, mucus in the stool, incomplete evacuation, and bloating are measured and compared between groups at the baseline and one and two month after the intervention.
The optimal valve substitute for patients between 60-70 years is controversial. We compared anticoagulation-related adverse events (ARAE) in patients receiving mechanical heart valve replacement (MHVR) on INR self-management vs. stentless bioprosthesis, to assess whether the risk of structural valve deterioration (SVD) is still out-weighted by the benefit of not requiring permanent anticoagulation.
The purpose of the study is to develop and pilot-test a Recovery Management Intervention (RMI) program for heroin addicts released from compulsory rehabilitation in China. The project has the following specific aims: Primary aims: Aim 1. To engage key stakeholders in the local communities involved in supporting the transition of heroin addicts released from compulsory rehabilitation to the community; Aim 2. To identify potential barriers for participating in MMT in China; Aim 3. To develop and deliver educational/training materials on HIV risks, relapse prevention, and MMT; Aim 4. To adapt and develop the Recovery Management Intervention (RMI) program for heroin addicts released from compulsory rehabilitation in China; Aim 5. To conduct a pilot trial and obtain preliminary outcome data associated with RMI, relative to enhanced standard care. Secondary aim: Aim 6. To explore predictors of relapse and HIV/AIDS risk behaviors. It is hypothesized that the intervention will reduce drug use relapse and the negative consequences associated with relapse, including HIV risk behaviors
China faces the challenge of dual epidemics of drug use and HIV/AIDS. In responding to concerns of high rates of HIV/AIDS and other medical consequences among heroin users, China has recently implemented methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) programs nationwide. One problem noted with this rapid expansion is that the dropout rates from MMT have been high. The proposed study will adapt a motivational incentives (MI) intervention developed in the United States for use in Chinese MMT settings and will pilot test its effectiveness in improving treatment compliance and outcomes. The study's primary aims are: 1. to adapt a motivational incentives intervention in MMT in China, and 2. to experimentally pilot test the motivational incentives intervention. A secondary aim is to explore factors that may influence the outcomes of MMT that incorporates a motivational incentives intervention. It is hypothesized that the MI intervention can be adapted to Chinese settings and that it will optimize the positive outcomes of MMT in reducing HIV risks among heroin abusers. The collaborative team includes researchers in American and Chinese institutes (UCLA/Johns Hopkins/Washington, Shanghai Mental Health Center, Yunnan Institute for Drug Abuse), officials from national and local Chinese Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and providers in local MMT clinics in Shanghai and Yunnan.
This study will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of MabThera (rituximab) in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis who are receiving methotrexate, and who have a previous or current inadequate response to one prior anti-TNF therapy. All patients will receive MabThera 1000 mg as an intravenous infusion on days 1 and 15. After the initial study phase of 24 weeks, eligible patients may receive one re-treatment with MabThera. The anticipated time on study treatment is 48 weeks.
The aim of the study is to compare efficacy and toxicity of melphalan and prednisone versus meplhalan, prednisone and Thalidomide in elderly patients with multiple myeloma or patients with multiple myeloma but not eligible for high dose treatment with stem cells support.
This study seeks to test the hypothesis that endobutton repair of the ruptured distal biceps successfully restores elbow function.
Investigators conducted a randomised perspective study to determine whether the use of HFJV instead of conventional mechanical ventilation will reduce the adverse cardiovascular effects of pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic surgery.
The first step of this protocol called step pre-treatment study the biodistribution and pharmacokinetics of a tracer dose of radiolabeled antibody. The second step called step therapy study the toxicity and antitumor effects of antibody B-B4 coupled with increasing doses of iodine 131. At least 17 patients will be included for an estimated duration of 2 years to determine the maximum tolerated dose and dose limiting toxicity. The immediate side effects, medium and long terms will be analyzed. After determining the toxic dose limit, patients will be treated at the maximum tolerated dose, for a total of 15 patients at this level, which will measure the objective tumor response to treatment. These patients will be followed for 1 year after injection therapy. ÉcouterLire phonétiquement
In this study the investigators want to determine if the detection of lymph node is applicable in prostatectomy by laparoscopy.