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Availability of patient decision aids for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: A systematic review
The objective of this review was to examine the existence and accessibility of, as well as select outcomes associated with, published, formally evaluated patient decision aids for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation. Methods Six databases were searched from inception to March 2016 with a research librarian. Two authors independently reviewed potential articles, selected trials meeting inclusion criteria, and assessed outcome measures. Outcomes included: patient knowledge, involvement, choice, and decisional conflict. Results The search resulted in 666 articles; most were excluded for not examining stroke prevention in...
Source: American Heart Journal - June 3, 2017 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research
7 Lessons Learned In The World Of Eldercare
I was ill prepared for my mother’s decline. She lived alone until she was 96 and refused to let me get her home health care help. My husband and I did everything we could so she could live comfortably at home.
And then she fell.
It wasn’t the first time, or the last time, but it was the fall that changed everything. Statistics show one fourth of Americans over 65 fall each year and the results can be devastating and life changing. Women, often with kids and lives of their own, become the primary caregivers and decision-makers when a parent has an accident.
My mom―so strong-minded, stubborn and commanding―co...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 26, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Hypertension in HIV: Management and Treatment.
Abstract
Hypertension is among the leading risk factors for cardiovascular disease and accounts for 6% of adult deaths worldwide. It is estimated that in 2013, hypertension was responsible for at least 45% of deaths due to heart disease and 51% of deaths due to stroke. Accordingly, management of hypertension and its long-term complications in HIV-infected subjects is a significant component of routine care. The choice of an effective anti-hypertensive therapy in HIV-infected patients is important and must be made carefully in order to prevent cardiovascular mortality and morbidity in these patients.
PMID: 285...
Source: AIDS Reviews - May 23, 2017 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Ucciferri C, Falasca K, Vecchiet J Tags: AIDS Rev Source Type: research
HIV infection, hypercoagulability and ischaemic stroke in adults at the University Teaching Hospital in Zambia: a case control study
In Zambia, 14.2% of adults have HIV/AIDS. There has been a substantial and significant increase in patients hospitalized for ischaemic stroke with co-existing HIV infection. However, little is known about the ...
Source: BMC Infectious Diseases - May 18, 2017 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Stanley Zimba, Patrice Mukomena Ntanda, Shabir Lakhi and Masharip Atadzhanov Source Type: research
Prince Philip's Retirement Shocker Isn't All That Shocking
The Duke of Edinburgh plans to retire from his royal duties this autumn, Buckingham Palace announced Thursday morning, ending a night of speculation and worry that the palace was about to share news of far more gravitas.
So yes, at age 95, Prince Philip is retiring. He spent 110 days of the past year attending official royal events, which makes him the fifth-busiest member of the royal family, according to Court Circular listings and as reported by the BBC. And he will continue to support the queen. But as far as making appearances on his own, well, he’s stepping back.
He has no health issues beyond those a...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 4, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Incidence of Stroke in the US Centers for AIDS Research (CFAR) Network of Integrated Clinical Systems (CNICS) Cohort (S51.008)
Conclusions:In this large study of neurologist adjudicated stroke in a HIV cohort, the AS stroke incidence rate was 337.7. The stroke rate was higher in women, African-Americans and older ages. These incidence data, combined with additional risk factor analyses, and comparisons with non-HIV cohorts, will allow better understanding of stroke in HIV, with the ultimate goal of improved outcomes.Study Supported by: NIAID, NHLBI (5R24AI067039) and AHA (13GRNT14560022)Disclosure: Dr. Tirschwell has received research support from St. Jude Medical and Bayer. Dr. Chow has nothing to disclose. Dr. Becker has received personal compen...
Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Tirschwell, D., Chow, F., Becker, K., Marra, C., Zunt, J., Ho, E., Kalani, R., Huffer, A., Nance, R., Williams-Nguyen, J., Burkholder, G., Moore, R., Mathews, W., Eron, J., Drozd, D., Kitahata, M., Saag, M., Crane, H. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Stroke Prevention and Translation Source Type: research
Developing a Family of Visual Decision Aids for Intravenous and Endovascular Reperfusion Therapies for Acute Ischemic Stroke (S25.006)
Conclusions:Personograph visual decision aids are a promising approach to rapidly educating patients, family, and healthcare providers on the benefits and risks of the major reperfusion therapies for acute ischemic stroke.Disclosure: Dr. Tokunboh has nothing to disclose. Dr. Vales Montero has nothing to disclose. Dr. Zopelaro has nothing to disclose. Dr. Sharma has nothing to disclose. Dr. Gonzalez has received research support from NIH. Dr. Starkman has received research support from the National Institute of Health, Stryker, Biogen IDEC, Neuravi, Genentech, Covidien, and Astra-Zeneca. Dr. Szeder has nothing to disclose. ...
Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Tokunboh, I., Montero, M. V., Zopelaro, M., Sharma, L., Gonzalez, N., Starkman, S., Szeder, V., Jahan, R., Liebeskind, D., Saver, J. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Prehospital and Emergency Department Ischemic Stroke Care Source Type: research
Post-Stroke Disability at a National Referral Hospital in Tanzania (P3.322)
Conclusions:In this low-resource setting, individuals with stroke face a severe burden of disability and high risk of mortality. The majority of participants experienced severe deficits following stroke, as assessed through NIHSS and mRS. While this study may be limited by referral bias, the high toll of disability among this population suggests that post-stroke disability places a significant burden on Tanzanian families and society.Study Supported by:This abstract was made possible with help from the Harvard University Center for AIDS Research (CFAR), an NIH funded program (P30 AI060354), subgrant to F. Mateen.Disclosure...
Source: Neurology - April 17, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Wibecan, L., Mmbando, T., Grundy, S., Klein, J., Mateen, F., Okengo, K. Tags: Global Health Source Type: research
Lagrangian Coherent Structures in Tandem Flapping Wing Hovering
Publication date: April 2017 Source:Journal of Bionic Engineering, Volume 14, Issue 2 Author(s): Srinidhi Nagarada Gadde, Sankaranarayanan Vengadesan Lagrangian Coherent Structures (LCS) of tandem wings hovering in an inclined stroke plane is studied using ImmersedBoundary Method (IBM) by solving two dimensional (2D) incompressible Navier-Stokes equations. Coherent structures responsible for the force variation are visualized by calculating Finite Time Lyapunov Exponents (FTLE), and vorticity contours. LCS is effective in determining the vortex boundaries, flow separation, and the wing-vortex interactions accurately. The ...
Source: Journal of Bionic Engineering - April 11, 2017 Category: Biotechnology Source Type: research
Educational and behavioural interventions for anticoagulant therapy in patients with atrial fibrillation.
CONCLUSIONS: This review demonstrates that there is insufficient evidence to draw definitive conclusions regarding the impact of educational or behavioural interventions on TTR in AF patients receiving OAT. Thus, more trials are needed to examine the impact of interventions on anticoagulation control in AF patients and the mechanisms by which they are successful. It is also important to explore the psychological implications for patients suffering from this long-term chronic condition.
PMID: 28378924 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews - April 5, 2017 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Clarkesmith DE, Pattison HM, Khaing PH, Lane DA Tags: Cochrane Database Syst Rev Source Type: research
Ischemic Stroke in HIV-Infected Patients Ischemic Stroke in HIV-Infected Patients
Learn about the factors that may contribute to the risk of ischemic cerebral events among HIV-infected patients.HIV Medicine
Source: Medscape Hiv-Aids Headlines - March 13, 2017 Category: Infectious Diseases Tags: HIV/AIDS Journal Article Source Type: news
My debilitating endometriosis symptoms – Kate ’ s story
Hi, I’m Kate, 39, married with no children. I had always suffered from heavy and painful periods but this had mostly been managed by taking the combined pill. My periods remained heavy and I suffered from some flooding but this was manageable with planning! Approximately 7 years ago my periods became worse and I started to experience more symptoms such as regular and frequent abdominal pain, random bleeding, bloating, very painful intercourse and things just didn’t feel right.
Anyway, I went to the Dr’s who straight away suggested that it sounded like I had endometriosis and referred me to a consultant. A...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - March 1, 2017 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Parkinson-Hardman Tags: Health endometriosis hysterectomy stories Source Type: news
Mortality Among Black Men in the USA
Conclusions and RelevanceTotal mortality significantly declined for black men from 2000 to 2014, and the overall B to W disparity narrowed to RR = 1.21 (95% CI 1.20 to 1.23) in 2014. However, significant black disadvantages relative to white men persisted for 10 leading causes of death.
Source: Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities - February 23, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research
