A5042876225- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders Research
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Adolescent and Pediatric Healthcare
- Cystic Fibrosis Research Advances
- Glaucoma and retinal disorders
- Retinal Diseases and Treatments
- Smoking Behavior and Cessation
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies
- Hip disorders and treatments
- Healthcare Policy and Management
- Clinical practice guidelines implementation
- Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Studies
- Pharmacy and Medical Practices
- Pharmaceutical studies and practices
- Medication Adherence and Compliance
- Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis
- Acute Kidney Injury Research
- Meta-analysis and systematic reviews
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Photovoltaic Systems and Sustainability
- Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems
- Emergency and Acute Care Studies
- Spondyloarthritis Studies and Treatments
- Retinal Imaging and Analysis
- Connective tissue disorders research
Western University
2024
Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic
2024
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
2013-2018
Iberoamerican Cochrane Centre
2017
Royal Hospital for Children
2008
University of Liverpool
2008
University of Manchester
1988-2008
Research Network (United States)
2007
Istituto Giannina Gaslini
2007
Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico
2007
Objectives. To study the association between disease severity at first presentation to paediatric rheumatology (PRh) and length of time since symptom onset in children recruited Childhood Arthritis Prospective Study.
Several studies have suggested that clinical outcomes in adults with cystic fibrosis (CF) are equivalent after home and hospital treatment intravenous antibiotics, but these were small selective only considered one course of treatment.A retrospective longitudinal study was performed to compare the outcome over a period 1 year all patients attending Manchester Adult CF Unit who received antibiotics at or hospital. The primary measure percentage change forced expiratory volume second (FEV(1))...
Summary A randomised controlled clinical trial was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy of antibiotic bonded lines in reduction central venous catheter infection. One hundred and seventy‐six plain catheters were inserted into one ten patients an intensive care unit, many whom admitted with evidence sepsis. The used study group, which had been pre‐treated by manufacturers cationic surfactant tridodecylmethylammonium chloride, vancomycin 1 g made up 10 ml water immediately prior insertion....
There are few data on the treatment patterns and associated cost of treating children with inflammatory arthritis including juvenile idiopathic (JIA), in short or long term. The aim this study was to obtain patient-based costs for JIA UK, first year from diagnosis secondary health care payer perspective.The Childhood Arthritis Prospective Study (CAPS) is an ongoing longitudinal recruiting four UK hospital centres. Included newly diagnosed, <or=16 years old one more joints, which has...
<b>Background:</b> Cigarette smoking often starts in teenage years. It is not known whether teenagers are aware of the association with eye disease and blindness. <b>Aim:</b> To explore knowledge link between smoking, diseases blindness, likely impact this among UK. <b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional survey, using a structured interview attending four organised social events, was conducted. Awareness fear three smoking-related (lung cancer, heart stroke) distractor condition (deafness)...
Abstract Background While there are several prescribed contraceptive methods available, limited evidence exists to guide decision-making in the context of endurance sport. Objectives Study objectives were characterize current and previous use, perceived impacts, decision process around contraceptives athletes. Methods This was an online survey study with female athletes recruited through social media emails university/club coaches sport organizations. Quantitative qualitative data analyzed...
Background/Objective To assess athletes’ and coaches’ confidence in knowledge recognition of Relative Energy Deficiency Sport (REDs) before after an education session at the Canadian University Sports (U SPORTS) National Cross-Country Championships (UXC). Methods We hosted panel discussion surrounding causes risk factors, health performance outcomes, prevention, as well personal experiences day UXC. A cross-sectional in-person survey (39 pre- 29 post-session questions) was implemented around...
Background Up to 50% of medicines are not taken as recommended with potential for reduced benefits or treatment failure and financial implications the unused medicines. The NICE clinical guideline on Medicines Adherence is relevant all healthcare workers but there has been no formal assessment its uptake among pharmacists. Objectives To determine awareness application UK hospital pharmacists Method A postal self-completion questionnaire was sent pharmacies across northwest England....
Background: In adults with inflammatory arthritis (IA), guidelines emphasize the need for early diagnosis and treatment to reduce subsequent functional disability.No similar exist children, although standards of care suggest children should be seen by a rheumatologist within 4 weeks referral.A significant delay between symptom onset referral often exists reasons are likely multifactorial.Little data regarding these factors.This analysis aims study association baseline disease characteristics...