A5087511131- Health and Medical Studies
- Thyroid Disorders and Treatments
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Vitamin D Research Studies
- Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization
- Sodium Intake and Health
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life
- Human Health and Disease
- Hepatitis B Virus Studies
- Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention
- Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Diet and metabolism studies
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Social and Demographic Issues in Germany
- Respiratory viral infections research
- School Health and Nursing Education
- Fatty Acid Research and Health
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- Diabetes and associated disorders
- Pediatric health and respiratory diseases
- Hepatitis C virus research
Robert Koch Institute
2015-2024
Klinik für Frauenheilkunde
2017
University Hospital Ulm
2017
John Radcliffe Hospital
2015
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
2015
University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus
2015
University of Giessen
2015
University of Regensburg
2012
Klinikum rechts der Isar
2004
Klinik und Poliklinik für Strahlentherapie und Radioonkologie
2004
Levels of hypertension treatment and control have been noted to vary between Europe North America, although direct comparisons with similar methods not undertaken. In this study, we sought estimate the relative impact strategies in Germany, Sweden, England, Spain, Italy, Canada, United States by using sample surveys conducted 1990s. Hypertension was defined as a blood pressure 160/95 mm Hg or 140/90 Hg, plus persons taking antihypertensive medication. “Controlled hypertension” less than...
From May 2003 to 2006, the Robert Koch Institute conducted German Health Interview and Examination Survey for Children Adolescents (KiGGS). Aim of this first nationwide interview examination survey was collect comprehensive data on health status children adolescents aged 0 17 years. Participants were enrolled in two steps: first, 167 study locations (sample points) chosen; second, subjects randomly selected from official registers local residents. The involved questionnaires filled by...
A multicenter case-control study was conducted to evaluate the relations between antioxidant status assessed by biomarkers and acute myocardial infarction. Incidence cases frequency matched controls were recruited from 10 European countries maximize variance in exposure within study. Adipose tissue needle aspiration biopsies taken shortly after infarction analyzed for levels of carotenoids tocopherols. An examination colinearity including all covariates three carotenoids, alpha-carotene,...
The German Health Interview and Examination Survey for Adults (DEGS) is part of the recently established national health monitoring conducted by Robert Koch Institute. DEGS combines a nationally representative periodic survey longitudinal study based on follow-up participants. Funding provided Ministry supplemented specific research topics from other sources. first wave data collection (DEGS1) extended November 2008 to December 2011. Overall, 8152 men women participated. Of these, 3959...
To present oscillometric blood pressure (BP) references from German nonoverweight children and compare them with US references.From adolescents, aged 3 to 17 years, the Health Interview Examination Survey for Children Adolescents (KiGGS 2003-2006), we obtained standardized BP measurements by using an device validated in children. Gender-specific systolic (SBP) diastolic (DBP) percentiles, which simultaneously accounted age height use of advanced statistical methods, were derived avoid...
Abstract Representative data on the extent of endemicity, burden and risk human toxoplasmosis are scarce. We assessed prevalence determinants seropositivity Toxoplasma gondii among adult participants a nationwide representative cross-sectional survey in Germany. Sera collected from cohort adults (age 18–79; n = 6,663) Germany were tested for anti- T. IgG antibodies. Interview-derived used to evaluate associated factors. Multivariable logistic regression was applied using sampling weights...
The consistent finding of higher prevalence hypertension in US blacks compared to whites has led speculation that African-origin populations are particularly susceptible this condition. Large surveys now provide new information on issue. Using a standardized analysis strategy we examined estimates for 8 white and 3 black (N = 85,000 participants). range was from 27 55% 14 44% blacks. These data demonstrate not only is there wide variation among both racial groups, the rates unusually high...
We assessed hepatitis E virus (HEV) antibody seroprevalence in a sample of the adult population Germany. Overall HEV IgG prevalence was 16.8% (95% CI 15.6%-17.9%) and increased with age, leveling off at >60 years age. is endemic Germany, lifetime risk for exposure high.
Background Infection with cytomegalovirus (CMV) remains asymptomatic in most immunocompetent hosts, but is the leading cause of congenital viral infection worldwide and can be life-threatening immunocompromised individuals. We aimed to assess CMV seroprevalence a nationally representative sample adults Germany identify sociodemographic factors associated seropositivity. Methods Blood samples from 6552 participants (18–79 years) "German National Health Interview Examination Survey 1998",...
<b><i>Background:</i></b> To assess the prevalence of allergic sensitization and to analyze patterns common inhalant food allergens in a nationwide representative sample children adolescents Germany. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Data were collected from 2003 2006 within KiGGS, national Health Interview Examination Survey covering 17,641 Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies 20 specific (11 9 allergens) quantitatively measured subsample 12,988 KiGGS...
To assess Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato (the cause of Lyme borreliosis) seropositivity in Germany, we tested serum samples from health survey (2008-2011) participants. Seroprevalence was 5.8% among women and 13.0% men; infection risk highest persons >60 years age. Public interventions, including education about factors preventive measures, are needed.
Background: Knowledge about the population's iodine status is important, because it allows adjustment of supply and prevention deficiency. The validity comparability iodine-related population studies can be improved by standardization, which was one goals EUthyroid project. aim this study to establish first standardized map in Europe using urinary concentration (UIC) data. Materials Methods: We established a gold-standard laboratory Helsinki measuring UIC inductively coupled plasma mass...
To examine any possible links between exposure to DDE (1,1-dichloro-2,2-bis (p-chlorophenyl)ethylene), the persistent metabolite of pesticide dicophane (DDT), and breast cancer.Multicentre study by measurement adipose tissue aspirated from buttocks. Laboratory measurements were conducted in a single laboratory. Additional data on risk factors for cancer obtained standard questionnaires.Centres Germany, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Switzerland, Spain.265 postmenopausal women with 341...
The fatty acid content of adipose tissue in postmenopausal breast cancer cases and controls from five European countries the Community Multicenter Study on Antioxidants, Myocardial Infarction, Cancer (EURAMIC) study (1991 –1992) was used to explore hypothesis that acids omega-3 family inhibit degree inhibition depends background levels omega-6 polyunsaturates. Considered isolation, level or fat displayed little consistent association with across centers. ratio long-chain total showed an...
Abstract —Omega-3 fatty acids have potential antiatherogenic, antithrombotic, and antiarrhythmic properties, but their role in coronary heart disease remains controversial. To evaluate the association of omega-3 adipose tissue with risk myocardial infarction men, a case-control study was conducted eight European countries Israel. Cases (n=639) included patients first admitted to care units within 24 hours from onset symptoms. Controls (n=700) were selected represent populations originating...
Men who have sex with men (MSM) are at higher risk for coinfection hepatitis B virus (HBV), C (HCV), and syphilis than the general population. HIV infection these coinfections accelerate disease progression reciprocally. This study evaluated prevalence incidence of in HIV1-positive MSM Germany.As part a nationwide, multicenter, prospective cohort HIV-infected MSM, plasma samples collected yearly were screened HBsAg antibodies to HBc, HBs, HCV, syphilis. Samples indications active HBV or HCV...