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Filter by:This study evaluates the influence of vitamin D in reducing laboratory, elastographic (Fibroscan) and metabolic components of NAFLD. Half of the patients will receive vitamin D (Plivit D3) while the other half will receive placebo
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is an important cause of prolonged intensive care unit and hospital length of stay, healthcare costs and mortality in mechanically ventilated patients. There are an international guidelines for VAP diagnosis, treatment and prevention (Infectious Diseases Society of America(IDSA)/American Thoracic Society (ATS) 2016 and European Respiratory Society (ERS) / European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM) / European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectiuos Diseases (ESCMID) / Asociacion Latinoamericana del Torax (ALAT) 2017) routinely used in most ICUs. The investigator planed on comparing two strategies for prevention of VAP in mechanically ventilated patients: the routine VAP bundle ( historical group - VAP1) and the modified VAP bundle ( study group - VAP2) by using 3 modifications ( Shiley Evac Endotracheal tube with TaperGuard Cuff, Automatic continuous subglottic secretion drainage (SSD) and continuous tube cuff pressure monitoring). The aim of the study is an assessment of the effectiveness of the modified prevention of VAP in reduction of: early and late VAP cases, mechanical ventilation days (MV), length of stay (LOS) in the ICU, 28 day mortality and multi drug resistent pathogens (MDR) cases in adult ICU patients.
The study aimed to investigate the effects of high-definition transcranial random noise stimulation over bilateral prefrontal cortex on psychopathological symptoms, other clinical outcomes, autonomic functioning ,and brain oscillatory activity in schizophrenia patients.
This is a randomized crossover-designed study to explore the immunologic effects of Prebiotics, as opposed to direct supplementation with beneficial bacteria (Probiotics) in the immune system of patients with MS and Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS). Eligible patients will take 6 weeks of two different supplements - Prebiotics and Probiotics. Participants will be randomly assigned to take either of two agents for 6 weeks as their first supplement. Then, participants enter a 6-week washout period. After the washout period, participants will take the second supplement for 6 weeks. After taking the second supplement, participants will have a 6-week washout period.
Examine the accuracy of visual estimates of various joint angles by physical therapists at various levels of education and clinical practice, taking into account years of experience, areas of practices and specialty certifications.
This trial focuses on influenza vaccination among three recommended groups in China. Data concerning the economic burden of influenza-like illness (ILI), vaccine hesitancy, discrete choice experiment, immunization records and willingness to pay for vaccines will be collected via questionnaires, and the financing strategies of influenza vaccines in China will be further analyzed. Besides, the knowledge, attitude/belief and practice (KAP) of medical staff will also be asked in a supplementary questionnaire.
The hypothesis to be tested in this study is whether photodynamic therapy (PDT) could favor the decontamination of these areas, as the photosensitizer and light are capable of reaching areas that these instruments have difficulty accessing. In other words, the objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of PDT as an adjuvant treatment to scaling, considering clinical immunoregulatory in patients with gingivitis with the predisposing factor of the use of a fixed orthodontic appliance. A randomized, controlled, double-blind, split-mouth clinical study will include 17 patients. Patients will have their mouth divided into two groups: Control group (n = 17) - Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) + PDT placebo and Experimental group (n = 17) - SRP + PDT. In G2 will be used methylene blue 0.005%, λ = 660nm, 9J (joule) per inflamed site, irradiance = 3.5W / cm (watts/centimeter), radiant exposure = 318J / cm2. In G1 and G2 the scaling will be performed with the aid of the ultrasound. All participants will receive oral hygiene guidance (OHG) after to the end of the study. The clinical periodontal data to be analyzed: plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI) and probing depth (PD) and clinical level of insertion (CLI) by means of a periodontal probe. Crevicular fluid will be collected (from 8 pre-determined sites) for analysis of the IL-6 (interleukin), IL-1β, IL-8, TNF-α (tumor necrosis factor) and IL-10 cytokines, using the ELISA method.
The study deals with the topic of treatment of Jones fracture, comparing surgical and conservative approach. The fracture occurs especially in highly active individuals.
This study is being done to assess the impact of arm length and abdominal (belly) width on patient performance of daily self-care activities following multiple level spinal fusions. The study will also assess if the number of levels operated on in the spinal fusion procedure affects your ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and how long after surgery do the difficulties/limitations persist.
This study will provide HIV prevention and related support services to men who have sex with men and transgender women who have substance use disorders and are either leaving jail or recently released from jail. The researchers will compare the utilization of HIV prevention and other support services between individuals who receive routine case management provided following enrollment to those who have access to GeoPassport, a global position service (GPS)-based mobile app, incentives, and peer mentor support.