Irish journal of medical science
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The progressive symptoms of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) negatively affect upper extremity skills, and this may have an effect that reduces the independence of daily life. ⋯ In our study, there was a significant relationship between the functional level of patients with DMD and upper extremity function, pain, and muscle stiffness.
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Tourniquet use during primary total knee arthroplasty is a debated topic in the literature with no consensus on its optimal use. ⋯ While the majority of Irish orthopaedic surgeons in this survey inflate a tourniquet for the entire surgical procedure, there is a definite shift towards reduced tourniquet use compared to previous Irish, UK, and American surveys.
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The annual conference of the Irish College of Ophthalmologists (ICO) is a key calendar event for ophthalmology research in Ireland. ⋯ This is the first review of all research contributions to the ICO conference. We found that there is a need to promote research in some underrepresented subspecialities and training centres. No significant gender bias was found. There is scope to improve the publication conversion rate; this would allow for greater dissemination of the research presented at the ICO meeting.
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To observe the effect of the implementation of improved high-risk sign boards for older people inpatients. ⋯ The application of double-layer card slot and push-pull comprehensive high-risk identification card to older people inpatients can alert nurses, patients, and nursing staff more prominently, which can improve patient satisfaction, reduce installation time and reduce the incidence of adverse events to a certain extent.
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To determine the relationship between mean platelet volume (MPV) and treatment response of iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) with normal platelet count. Study further aimed to determine changing of platelet parameters treatment response of IDA. ⋯ There is no change in MPV levels before and after treatment when normal platelet count IDA is treated, but there is a decrease in platelet count and an increase in PDW.