OBJECTIVE This study aimed to search the literature for intervention programs in primary care with a multiprofes-sional character, specifically directed at the robust elderly, and with viable and cost-effective interventions. MATERIALS AND METHODS The search strategies were applied in Cochrane, Lilacs, Pubmed, Scopus, WHOLIS, Embase, Medcarib, SciELO, Web of Science, and PAHO databases. RES...

introduction: knowledge of emergency medicine residents about the management of patients suspected of having tetanus favoring wounds is very important due to their responsibility for the treatment of such patients. the aim of the present study was to evaluate this knowledge and making sure of the adequacy of instructions they have received in relation to prevention of tetanus.  methods: a relia...

Populations Interventions Comparators Outcomes Individuals: With EGFR-negative or EGFRstatus unknown non-small-cell lung cancer with disease progression after first-line treatment Interventions of interest are: Management with a serum proteomic test to select targeted therapy Comparators of interest are: • Standard medical management Relevant outcomes include: • Overall survival • Disease-speci...

Key messages n Case management is an established tool in integrating services around the needs of individuals with long-term conditions. n It is a targeted, community-based and pro-active approach to care that involves case-finding, assessment, care planning, and care co-ordination. n The evidence for case management is mixed. However, where it is implemented effectively it has improved the exp...

BACKGROUND Digital interventions for weight management provide a unique opportunity to target daily lifestyle choices and eating behaviors over a sustained period of time. However, recent evidence has demonstrated a lack of user engagement with digital health interventions, impacting on the levels of intervention effectiveness. Thus, it is critical to identify the factors that may facilitate us...

According to a review by Campbell and Roland,1 a patient’s decision to consult a doctor is dependent on a multitude of physical, psychological and social reasons, with or without prior self-care. The patient’s journey of seeking medical care is influenced by socio-economic and demographic status, perception of susceptibility and severity, benefits/costs of seeking the interaction, as well as th...

BACKGROUND 'Continuity of personal care by anaesthetist', as defined by a single anaesthetist providing preoperative evaluation, performing anaesthesia, and delivering a postoperative visit to the patient, has been shown to be a major factor for patient satisfaction with anaesthesia care. This prospective randomized study investigated whether a single postoperative visit increased the patient's...

BACKGROUND There is considerable policy interest in promoting self-management in patients with long-term conditions, but it remains uncertain whether these interventions are effective in stroke patients. DESIGN Systematic meta-review of the evidence for self-management support interventions with stroke survivors to inform provision of healthcare services. METHODS We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE...

BACKGROUND Treatment of airway compromise in trauma patients is a priority. Basic airway management is provided by all emergency personnel, but the requirement for on-scene advanced airway management is controversial. We attempted to establish the demand for on-scene advanced airway interventions. Trauma patients managed with standard UK paramedic airway interventions were assessed to determine...