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- Antibiotic prophylaxis for short-term catheter bladder drainage in adults
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 1-Jul-2013
Urinary tract infections account for about 40% of hospital-acquired (nosocomial) infections, and about 80% of urinary tract infections acquired in hospital are associated with urinary catheters.
- Antibiotic regimens for suspected late onset sepsis in newborn infants
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 17-Apr-2012
Late onset neonatal sepsis (systemic infection after 48 hours of age) continues to be a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. Early treatment with antibiotics is essential as infants can deteriorate rapidly. It is not clear which antibiotic regime
- Antibiotic treatment for Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea in adults
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 24-Jul-2011
Clostridium difficile is recognized as a frequent cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea and colitis.
- Antibiotic treatment for travellers' diarrhoea
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 17-Jan-2012
Using a pilot system we have categorised this review as: Current question - update pending (See "Published notes" section for an explanation).
- Antibiotics for acute bronchitis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 26-Feb-2014
The benefits and risks of antibiotics for acute bronchitis remain unclear despite it being one of the most common illnesses seen in primary care.
- Antibiotics for prolonged moist cough in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 17-Jan-2011
Cough is the most common symptom which presents to doctors. Chronic cough is reported in up to 9% of preschool aged children. American general practice guidelines suggest antimicrobial treatment may be indicated in children with cough lasting longer than
- Antibiotics for the common cold and acute purulent rhinitis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 27-May-2013
It has long been believed that antibiotics have no role in the treatment of common colds yet they are often prescribed in the belief that they may prevent secondary bacterial infections.
- Antibiotics for treatment of sore throat in children and adults
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 9-Dec-2021
Sore throat is a common reason for people to present for medical care and to be prescribed antibiotics. Overuse of antibiotics in primary medicine is a concern, hence it is important to establish their efficacy in treating sore throat and preventing secon
- Antibiotics to reduce post-tonsillectomy morbidity
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-Oct-2012
This is an update of a Cochrane Review first published in The Cochrane Library in Issue 2, 2008 and previously updated in 2010.
- Anticholinergic bronchodilators versus beta2-sympathomimetic agents for acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 29-Jun-2008
Inhaled bronchodilators form the mainstay of treatment for acute exacerbations of COPD. Two types of agent are used routinely, either singly or in combination: anticholinergic agents and beta2-sympathomimetic agonists.
- Anticholinergic drugs for wheeze in children under the age of two years
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 21-Sep-2008
Wheeze in infancy and early childhood is common and appears to be increasing though the magnitude of any increase is unclear. Most wheezing episodes in infancy are precipitated by respiratory viral infections. Treatment of very young children with wheeze
- Anticholinergic drugs versus placebo for overactive bladder syndrome in adults
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 4-Nov-2008
Around 16% of adults have symptoms of overactive bladder (urgency with frequency and/or urge incontinence). The prevalence increases with age. Anticholinergic drugs are commonly used to treat this condition.
- Anticholinergics for prolonged non-specific cough in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 13-Apr-2010
Non-specific cough is defined as non-productive cough in the absence of identifiable respiratory disease or known aetiology. It is commonly seen in paediatric practice. These children are treated with a variety of therapies including inhaled anti-choliner
- Anticonvulsant drugs for migraine prophylaxis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 9-Jul-2015
This review has been split and updated in a series of four new reviews, all with the author byline Linde M, Mulleners WM, Chronicle EP, McCrory DC. The new titles are:
- Anticonvulsant therapy for status epilepticus
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 5-Aug-2014
Status epilepticus is a medical emergency associated with significant mortality and morbidity that requires immediate and effective treatment.
- Anticonvulsants for neonates with seizures
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 11-Nov-2008
Neonatal seizures are a common problem and most neonates with seizures are treated with anticonvulsants. There is wide variation in clinical practice in both diagnosis and treatment of such seizures and this reflects the lack of clear evidence of the rela
- Anticonvulsants for preventing mortality and morbidity in full term newborns with perinatal asphyxia
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Aug-2008
Seizures are common following perinatal asphyxia and may exacerbate secondary neuronal injury by increasing cerebral metabolic demand, causing fluctuations in oxygenation and perfusion, and triggering the release of excitatory neurotransmitters. Anticonvu
- Anticonvulsants for preventing seizures in patients with chronic subdural haematoma
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 28-May-2013
Anticonvulsant therapy is sometimes used prophylactically in patients with chronic subdural haematoma, although the benefit is unclear.
- Antidepressants for depression in physically ill people
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 16-Mar-2010
There is an increased risk of depression in people with a physical illness. Depression is associated with reduced treatment adherence, poor prognosis, increased disability and higher mortality in many physical illnesses. Antidepressants are effective in t
- Antidepressants for non-specific low back pain
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 7-Sep-2010
Antidepressants are commonly used in the management of low-back pain. However, their use is controversial.
