Irish journal of medical science
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Letter Case Reports
Stroke and limb ischaemia in hepatitis C virus-related cryoglobulinaemia.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
Naltrexone for alcohol-dependent patients.
Clinical trials have shown that naltrexone 50 mg/day reduces alcohol consumption and relapse rates in alcohol dependents. ⋯ The results support the efficacy and safety of naltrexone for outpatient treatment of alcohol-dependent individuals in Iran.
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Guidelines for the prevention of corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis (CIO) have been widely published. There are no guidelines on the use of gastro-protectants with corticosteroids (CS). ⋯ There are large variations among medical specialties both in the prescription of gastro-protectant agents and in the use of measures to prevent CIO. Simpler guidelines could facilitate rational prescribing in these patients.
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[corrected] Urological complications are the major cause of ill health during childhood and adult life of patients with spina bifida but the significance of urinary tract disease on the individual and the healthcare services is underemphasised. ⋯ This study highlights the surgical commitment for units caring for patients with spina bifida, the important considerations for the future healthcare services, and the range and severity of urological diseases encountered by these patients.