Showing 261-280 of 511 for: Cochrane Systematic Reviews > Infectious disease 
- Intermittent preventive treatment regimens for malaria in HIV-positive pregnant women
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 2-Aug-2012
Intermittent preventive treatment is recommended for pregnant women living in malaria endemic countries due to benefits for both mother and baby. However, the impact may not be the same in HIV-positive pregnant women, as HIV infection impairs a woman's im
- Interventions for American cutaneous and mucocutaneous leishmaniasis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 5-Aug-2015
Pentavalent antimonial drugs are the most prescribed treatment for American cutaneous and mucocutaneous leishmaniasis. Other drugs have been used with varying success.
- Interventions for cellulitis and erysipelas
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 11-May-2010
Cellulitis and erysipelas are now usually considered manifestations of the same condition, a skin infection associated with severe pain and systemic symptoms. A range of antibiotic treatments are suggested in guidelines.
- Interventions for cutaneous molluscum contagiosum
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 9-Jun-2015
Molluscum contagiosum is a common skin infection, caused by a pox virus. The infection will usually resolve within months in people with a normal immune system. Many treatments have been used for molluscum contagiosum but a clear evidence base supporting
- Interventions for educating traditional healers about STD and HIV medicine
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Aug-2009
For the treatment of HIV/AIDS, individuals may consult traditional healers because they possess a shared sociocultural background, meet the needs and expectations of the patients, and pay special attention to social and spiritual matters. Various interven
- Interventions for encouraging sexual behaviours intended to prevent cervical cancer
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 27-Mar-2014
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the key risk factor for cervical cancer. Continuing high rates of HPV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in young people demonstrate the need for effective behavioural interventions.
- Interventions for improving coverage of child immunization in low- and middle-income countries
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 14-Jun-2011
Immunization coverage remains low, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), despite its proven effectiveness in reducing the burden of childhood infectious diseases. A Cochrane review has shown that patient reminder recall is effective in
- Interventions for improving the psychosocial well-being of children affected by HIV and AIDS.
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 13-May-2009
As a result of HIV-related mortalities more than 13 million children under the age of 15 have lost a parent due to HIV and AIDS. There are also many children who have HIV-positive parents or primary caregivers; these children are affected by HIV and AIDS
- Interventions for preventing oral candidiasis for patients with cancer receiving treatment
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-Aug-2009
Treatment of cancer is increasingly more effective but is associated with short and long term side effects. Oral side effects remain a major source of illness despite the use of a variety of agents to prevent and treat them. One of these side effects is o
- Interventions for preventing oral mucositis for patients with cancer receiving treatment
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 31-Jan-2013
Treatment of cancer is increasingly more effective but is associated with short and long term side effects. Oral side effects remain a major source of illness despite the use of a variety of agents to prevent them. One of these side effects is oral mucosi
- Interventions for prevention and treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis in women with HIV infection
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 5-Sep-2011
Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is one of the most common fungal infections that recur frequently in HIV infected women. Symptoms of VVC are pruritis, discomfort, dyspareunia, and dysuria. Vulval infection presents as a morbiliform rash that may extend to
- Interventions for previously untreated patients with AIDS-associated Non-Hodgkin´s Lymphoma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 13-May-2009
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is known to be associated with an increased risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). The majority of lymphomas (>80%) occurring during immunosuppression are aggressive B-cell in origin and have a high-to-intermedi
- Interventions for primary vesicoureteric reflux
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 20-Feb-2019
Vesicoureteric reflux (VUR) results in urine passing retrograde up the ureter. Urinary tract infections (UTI) associated with VUR have been considered a cause of permanent renal parenchymal damage in children with VUR. Management has been directed at prev
- Interventions for promoting adherence to tuberculosis management
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 9-Aug-2009
Up to half the people with tuberculosis do not complete their treatment. Strategies to improve adherence to diagnostic and treatment regimens are therefore important.
- Interventions for reducing the risk of mother-to-child transmission of HIV infection
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 5-Sep-2011
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- Interventions for replacing missing teeth: antibiotics at dental implant placement to prevent complications
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 31-Jul-2013
Some dental implant failures may be due to bacterial contamination at implant insertion. Infections around biomaterials are difficult to treat, and almost all infected implants have to be removed. In general, antibiotic prophylaxis in surgery is only indi
- Interventions for squamous cell carcinoma of the conjunctiva in HIV-infected individuals
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Dec-2012
Squamous cell carcinoma of the conjunctiva is described in the ophthalmic literature as a rare, slow-growing tumour of the eye, normally affecting elderly men around 70 years of age. In Africa, however, the disease is different. The incidence is rising ra
- Interventions for the prevention and management of oropharyngeal candidiasis associated with HIV infection in adults and children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 6-Oct-2010
Oral candidiasis (OC) associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection occurs commonly and recurs frequently, often presenting as an initial manifestation of the disease. Left untreated, these lesions contribute considerably to the morbidity a
- Interventions for the treatment of decreased bone mineral density associated with HIV infection
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-Nov-2008
Decreased bone mineral density (BMD) occurs more commonly in patients with HIV than in the general population, making this group more susceptible to fragility fractures. However, bone loss is under-treated in patients with HIV.
- Interventions for trachoma trichiasis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 15-Dec-2015
Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends eliminating trachomatous blindness through the SAFE strategy: Surgery for trichiasis, Antibiotic treatment, Facial cleanliness and Environmental hygiene.
