Spinal cord
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The effect of low-frequency TENS in the treatment of neuropathic pain in patients with spinal cord injury.
Prospective, randomized and controlled study. ⋯ This article presents LF-TENS may effectively complement pharmacological treatment in patients with SCI and neuropathic pain.
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Prospective, longitudinal cohort study. ⋯ ISNCSCI training significantly improves the classification skills regardless of the experience in spinal cord injury medicine. These findings need to be considered for the appropriate preparation and interpretation of clinical trials in spinal cord injury.
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Retrospective cohort with linkage of administrative data sets. ⋯ Given the high rates of ED use for low acuity and potentially preventable conditions, these results suggest that the ED is being used as an inappropriate substitute for primary care for individuals with TSCI 50% of the time.
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To quantify spinal cord perfusion by using contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) in a porcine model with acute spinal cord injury. ⋯ CEUS is a practical technique that provides overall views for evaluating microcirculatory pattern in spinal cord injury. Quantitative analysis shows the efficacy in assessment of perfusion changes after spinal cord injury.
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Forecasting using population modelling. ⋯ We have reported a method for calculating an estimate of the prevalence of NTSCI that provides information that will be vital to optimise health care planning for this group of highly disabled members of society. It is suggested that refinements to the modelling methods are required to enhance its reliability. Future projects should be directed at refining the mortality ratios and performing cohort survival studies.