March 2014
Volume:
25
Number:
3
Journal Articles
24 Articles
Cardiovascular Medicine
Sex differences in cardiovascular outcomes, pharmacological treatments and indicators of care in patients with newly diagnosed diabetes: Analyses on administrative database
20 February 2014
Abstract: Background: The impact of diabetes on cardiovascular disease in both sexes is known, but the specifics have not been fully clarified. We investigated whether sex-related differences exist... more
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use and functional outcome from ischemic cerebral events among women
13 February 2014
Abstract: Background: Use of some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has been linked to an increased risk of stroke. However, information on the impact of NSAID use on functional outcomes... more
Serum levels of osteocalcin in relation to glucose metabolism and carotid atherosclerosis in Chinese middle-aged and elderly male adults: The Shanghai Changfeng Study
11 February 2014
Abstract: Background: The role of osteocalcin (OCN) in atherogenesis is unclear. We investigated the association between OCN and carotid atherosclerosis in Chinese middle-aged and elderly male adults... more
Hypertriglyceridemia is associated with development of metabolic glucose disorders, irrespective of glucose and insulin levels: A 15-year follow-up study
6 February 2014
Abstract: Background: Because the role of 2-h postload glucose and insulin levels as confounders in the relationship between hypertriglyceridemia and development of metabolic glucose disorders (MGD)... more
The quality of oral anticoagulation in general practice in patients with atrial fibrillation
31 January 2014
Abstract: Background: The aims of this study were to evaluate the quality of oral anticoagulation (OAC) in AF patients in the practices of general practitioners (GPs) in Germany and to investigate... more
Endocrinology
The relationship between secondary hyperparathyroidism and thyroid cancer in end stage renal disease: A population based cohort study
21 January 2014
Abstract: Objectives: We conducted a retrospective cohort study to investigate the risk of cancer in end stage renal disease (ESRD) patients with secondary hyperparathyroidism (HPT).Patients and... more
Gastroenterology
Manometric assessment of esophageal motor function in patients with primary biliary cirrhosis
18 February 2014
Abstract: Introduction/aim: Primary biliary cirrhosis is associated with other autoimmune diseases including Sjögren's syndrome, and scleroderma. Esophageal dysmotility is well known in scleroderma,... more
Systolic dysfunction and diastolic dysfunction do not influence medium-term prognosis in patients with cirrhosis
3 February 2014
Abstract: Objective: Myocardial dysfunction has been described in patients with cirrhosis and may contribute to haemodynamic disturbances in advanced disease states. However, the prognostic impact of... more
The relationship between Helicobacter pylori and cancer risk
31 January 2014
Abstract: Objectives: This study investigated the correlation between Helicobacter pylori (HP) and cancer risk. We compared the age, sex, and comorbidity of cancer patients both infected and not... more
Comparison of Helicobacter pylori eradication rates of standard 14-day quadruple treatment and novel modified 10-day, 12-day and 14-day sequential treatments
22 November 2013
Abstract: Background & aim: This study aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of bismuth-included standard regimen and modified sequential treatments in Turkey, where the success rate of... more
Hematology
Comparison of prognostic impact of absolute lymphocyte count, absolute monocyte count, absolute lymphocyte count/absolute monocyte count prognostic score and ratio in patients with diffuse large B cell lymphoma
24 February 2014
Abstract: Background: The combination of absolute lymphocyte count (ALC) and absolute monocyte count (AMC) at diagnosis has prognostic relevance in patients with diffuse large B cell lymphoma (DLBCL... more
Obesity and iron deficiency anemia as risk factors for asymptomatic bacteriuria
13 February 2014
Abstract: Background: Few studies examined the risk factors of asymptomatic bacteriuria, showing contradictory results. Our study aimed to examine the association between different clinical and... more
Hepatology
Impact of pancreatic comorbidities in patients with end-stage liver disease on outcome after liver transplantation
27 January 2014
Abstract: Background: Diseases leading to end-stage liver disease (ESLD), especially alcoholic liver cirrhosis cause comorbidities of the pancreas, too. The aim of this retrospective study was to... more
Hepatitis B virus infection in patients with metabolic syndrome: A complicated relationship. Results of a population based study
21 January 2014
Abstract: Background: The presence of hepatitis B infection (HBI) and metabolic syndrome (MS) at the same time constitutes a high risk for liver cirrhosis and potentially hepatocellular carcinoma.Aim... more
Letters to the Editor
Switching from aspirin to clopidogrel in patients with aspirin resistance after an ischemic stroke. Is it a good solution?
31 January 2014
Aspirin (ASA), the most commonly used antiplatelet agent, prevents stroke recurrence among patients with a recent stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). In a meta-regression analysis of placebo... more
Liraglutide therapy in obese people with type 2 diabetes — Experience of a weight management centre
13 January 2014
Whilst many antidiabetic therapies aggravate weight gain, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonists have been shown to promote weight loss in addition to improving glycaemic control . We... more
What is the evidence for platelet transfusion thresholds?
6 January 2014
Physicians are reasonably familiar with the different thresholds which are recommended for considering platelet transfusions in patients at risk (more commonly) or actively bleeding. However, in most... more
Immediate changes in continuous positive airway pressure after bariatric surgery in obese people with obstructive sleep apnoea
18 November 2013
Highlights:
Oscillococcinum®: Misunderstanding or biased interest?
18 November 2013
Contrasting opinions still exist about the efficacy of Oscillococcinum®, the most famous homeopathic remedy from Boiron Laboratoires, Lyon (F), which is commonly used for flu, season colds and airway... more
Ischemia-modified albumin in patients with hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism
28 October 2013
To The Respected Editor (European Journal of Internal Medicine)
Italian albumin usage (or misusage?)
14 October 2013
As a technical body of the Ministry of Health with functions of coordination and technical–scientific control of all blood transfusion activities, the Italian National Blood Centre, among its tasks,... more
Narrative Reviews
How to manage prasugrel and ticagrelor in daily practice
14 February 2014
Abstract: Prasugrel and ticagrelor are next-generation antiplatelet agents that provide a rapider and more potent inhibition of platelet P2Y12 receptor than clopidogrel. In combination with aspirin,... more
Vaccine-preventable diseases: From paediatric to adult targets
6 January 2014
Abstract: The morbidity and mortality related to many communicable infectious diseases have significantly decreased in Western countries largely because of the use of antibiotics, and the... more
Reflections in Internal Medicine
Recent trends in internal medicine education: A brief update
21 February 2014
Abstract: This perspective attempts to bring graduate medical offices, residency programs and medical students interested in categorical internal medicine (CIM) a brief update on the American Board... more