Irish journal of medical science
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To assess the contribution of alcohol, drug abuse and suicide attempts to out of hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) who are admitted to our intensive care unit (ICU). ⋯ Alcohol, drug misuse and suicide attempts contribute significantly to the number of OHCA which are admitted to ICU. Moreover, cocaine usage has contributed to a number of OHCA in our study.
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An 83-year-old lady was admitted with a 3-day history of non-specific abdominal pain that had rapidly increased in severity on the day of admission necessitating an emergency laparotomy. Intra-operative findings demonstrated a mechanical small bowel obstruction secondary to a chronically inflamed appendix acting as a tourniquet around a loop of terminal ileum. ⋯ Clinical assessment remains paramount in the treatment of these patients to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment which is vital to provide an optimal platform for post-operative recovery and survival. Although CT imaging is a highly effective investigative modality in these cases, operative treatment should not be delayed for a radiological investigation in the presence of abdominal peritonism.
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Comment Letter Comparative Study
Pregnancy and perinatal outcomes after assisted reproduction: a comparative study.
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The Irish childhood obesity epidemic, one of the highest ranking internationally, represents a major threat to public health. We sought to perform a retrospective observational study of a clinic based cohort of obese Irish children. ⋯ Obese Irish children present with significant long-term health risks, including hypertension at baseline.
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Comparative Study
A comparison of suicide rates between older adults in Ireland and the UK: 1975-2005.
In recent years suicide among older adults has been increasing internationally. The suicide rate among older adults in Ireland is no exception. ⋯ The increased consumption of alcohol in Ireland compared to the UK as well as a higher prevalence of depression among older people in Ireland may account for the observed difference. Findings have implications for suicide prevention in Ireland.