Mayo Clinic proceedings
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Mayo Clinic proceedings · Jan 2006
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyRopinirole in the treatment of patients with restless legs syndrome: a US-based randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.
To assess the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of the dopamine agonist ropinirole in the treatment of patients with moderate to severe primary restless legs syndrome (RLS). ⋯ This study confirms that ropinirole improves RLS symptoms and subjective measures of sleep, quality of life, and anxiety and that it is generally well tolerated.
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Mayo Clinic proceedings · Jan 2006
Comparative StudySuspected ventilator-associated pneumonia in cardiac patients admitted to the coronary care unit.
To determine the incidence, risk factors, associated pathogens, and outcome of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in patients admitted to a coronary care unit (CCU). ⋯ The incidence of VAP in the CCU is similar to or higher than that reported in other intensive care units. The development of VAP in CCU patients is associated with a prolonged CCU stay but not with an increased hospital mortality.
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Mayo Clinic proceedings · Jan 2006
Comparative StudySnowmobile injuries in children and adolescents.
To characterize the risk factors and patterns of injury for children involved in snowmobile incidents. ⋯ Snowmobiles are a significant source of multitrauma for children. Orthopedic injuries predominate, especially in older children, and can lead to long-term disabilities. Helmet use significantly reduces injuries; however, vulnerable younger patients do not frequently wear helmets.