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- Acupuncture for treating fibromyalgia
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 30-Apr-2013
One in five fibromyalgia sufferers use acupuncture treatment within two years of diagnosis.
- Acupuncture for treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 15-Apr-2012
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common, costly, and difficult to treat disorder that impairs health-related quality of life and work productivity. Evidence-based treatment guidelines have been unable to provide guidance on the effects of acupuncture f
- Acupuncture for vascular dementia
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Apr-2012
Dementia is a widespread condition characterized by acquired global impairment of intellect, memory and personality, but without impairment of consciousness. There is no definitive treatment for vascular dementia. Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese method
- Acupuncture or acupressure for induction of labour
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 17-Oct-2017
This is one of a series of reviews of methods of cervical ripening and labour induction. The use of complementary therapies is increasing. Women may look to complementary therapies during pregnancy and childbirth to be used alongside conventional medical
- Acupuncture-point stimulation for chemotherapy-induced nausea or vomiting
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 21-Nov-2014
There have been recent advances in chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting using 5-HT3 inhibitors and dexamethasone. However, many still experience these symptoms, and expert panels encourage additional methods to reduce these symptoms.
- Adalimumab for treating rheumatoid arthritis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 18-Sep-2008
Adalimumab is a fully human anti-TNFalpha monoclonal antibody. Published studies indicate that its use in patients with RA can be effective and safe.
- Addition of anti‐leukotriene agents to inhaled corticosteroids for chronic asthma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 26-Jan-2004
Anti-leukotriene (AL) agents are being considered as 'add-on' therapy to inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), in chronic asthma.
- Addition of intravenous aminophylline to inhaled beta2‐agonists in adults with acute asthma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Dec-2012
Asthma is a chronic condition in which sufferers may have occasional or frequent exacerbations resulting in visits to the emergency department (ED). Aminophylline has been used extensively to treat exacerbations in acute asthma settings; however, it's rol
- Addition of long‐acting beta2‐agonists to inhaled corticosteroids versus same dose inhaled corticosteroids for chronic asthma in adults and children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-May-2010
Long-acting inhaled ß2-adrenergic agonists (LABAs) are recommended as 'add-on' medication to inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) in the maintenance therapy of asthmatic adults and children aged two years and above.
- Addition of long‐acting beta2‐agonists to inhaled steroids as first line therapy for persistent asthma in steroid‐naive adults and children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 7-Oct-2009
Consensus statements recommend the addition of long-acting inhaled ß2-agonists (LABA) only in asthmatic patients who are inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids (ICS). It is not uncommon for some patients to be commenced on ICS and LABA togethe
- Addition of long‐acting beta2‐agonists to inhaled steroids versus higher dose inhaled steroids in adults and children with persistent asthma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 14-Apr-2010
In asthmatic patients inadequately controlled on inhaled corticosteroids and/or those with moderate persistent asthma, two main options are recommended: the combination of a long-acting inhaled ß2 agonist (LABA) with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) or use o
- Addition to inhaled corticosteroids of long-acting beta2-agonists versus anti-leukotrienes for chronic asthma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 23-Jan-2014
Asthma patients who continue to experience symptoms despite taking regular inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) represent a management challenge. Long-acting beta2-agonists (LABA) and anti-leukotrienes (LTRA) are two treatment options that could be considered as
- Adhesively bonded versus non‐bonded amalgam restorations for dental caries
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 8-Mar-2016
Dental caries (tooth decay) is one of the commonest diseases which afflicts mankind, and has been estimated to affect up to 80% of people in high-income countries. Caries adversely affects and progressively destroys the tissues of the tooth, including the
- Adhesives for bonded molar tubes during fixed brace treatment
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 23-Feb-2017
Orthodontic treatment involves using fixed or removable appliances (dental braces) to correct the positions of teeth. The success of a fixed appliance depends partly on the metal attachments (brackets and bands) being glued to the teeth so that they do no
- Adjunctive corticosteroids for Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia in patients with HIV infection
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 2-Apr-2015
Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP) remains the most common opportunistic infection in patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Among patients with HIV infection and PCP the mortality rate is 10% to 20% during the initial infectio
- Adjusting the pH of lidocaine for reducing pain on injection
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 20-May-2015
Lidocaine administration produces pain due to its acidic pH.
- Adverse effects of biologics: a network meta‐analysis and Cochrane overview
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 16-Feb-2011
Biologics are used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and many other conditions. While the efficacy of biologics has been established, there is uncertainty regarding the adverse effects of this treatment. Since important risks such as lymphomas, se
- Advice to rest in bed versus advice to stay active for acute low-back pain and sciatica
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-May-2010
Acute low-back pain (LBP) is a common reason to consult a general practitioner. Debate continues on the comparative effectiveness of advice on bed rest and staying active as part of the primary care management.
- Advice to stay active as a single treatment for low-back pain and sciatica
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-May-2010
Low back pain is one of the most common conditions managed in primary care. Restricted activity, rest, and symptomatic analgesics are the most commonly prescribed treatment for low back pain and sciatica.
- Aerobic exercise interventions for adults living with HIV/AIDS
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 4-Aug-2010
Access to combination antiretroviral therapy has turned HIV into a chronic and manageable disease for many. This increased chronicity has been mirrored by increased prevalence of health-related challenges experienced by people living with HIV (Rusch 2004)
