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- Very early discharge versus early discharge versus non-early discharge in children with cancer and febrile neutropenia
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 18-Feb-2016
Chemotherapy-induced neutropenia is a common adverse effect in children with cancer. Due to the high relative risk of infections and infectious complications, standard care for children with cancer and febrile neutropenia consists of routine hospitalizati
- Very early versus delayed mobilisation after stroke
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 6-Nov-2008
Very early mobilisation is performed in some stroke units and recommended in acute stroke clinical guidelines. It is unclear whether very early mobilisation independently improves outcome after stroke.
- Very tight versus tight control for diabetes in pregnancy
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 26-Oct-2008
Pregnancies complicated by pre-existing insulin dependent diabetes are high risk for a number of poor pregnancy and neonatal outcomes.
- Vestibular rehabilitation for unilateral peripheral vestibular dysfunction
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 11-Jan-2015
This is an update of a Cochrane review first published in The Cochrane Library in Issue 4, 2007 and previously updated in 2011.
- Vibroacoustic stimulation for fetal assessment in labour in the presence of a nonreassuring fetal heart rate trace
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 20-Nov-2012
Fetal vibroacoustic stimulation (VAS) is a simple, non-invasive technique where a device is placed on the maternal abdomen over the region of the fetal head and sound is emitted at a predetermined level for several seconds. It is hypothesised that the res
- Videolaryngoscopy versus direct laryngoscopy for adults undergoing tracheal intubation
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 4-Apr-2022
Tracheal intubation is a common procedure performed to secure the airway in adults undergoing surgery or those who are critically ill. Intubation is sometimes associated with difficulties and complications that may result in patient harm. While it is trad
- Videolaryngoscopy versus direct laryngoscopy for tracheal intubation in neonates
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 11-Feb-2015
Establishment of secure airway is a critical part of neonatal resuscitation both in the delivery room and in the neonatal unit. Videolaryngoscopy is a new technique that has the potential to facilitate successful endotracheal intubation and decrease adver
- Vigabatrin for refractory partial epilepsy
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 4-Dec-2012
Epilepsy is a common neurological condition which affects between 0.5% and 1% of the population. Approximately 30% of people with epilepsy do not respond to treatment with currently available drugs. The majority of these people have partial epilepsy. Viga
- Vigabatrin versus carbamazepine monotherapy for epilepsy
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 17-Nov-2015
This is an update of a Cochrane review first published in 2012 (Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2012, Issue 1).
- Vinpocetine for acute ischaemic stroke
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 2-Sep-2008
Vasoactive and neuroprotective drugs such as vinpocetine are used to treat stroke in some countries.
- Vinpocetine for cognitive impairment and dementia
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 29-Apr-2009
Vinpocetine is a synthetic ethyl ester of apovincamine, a vinca alkaloid obtained from the leaves of the Lesser Periwinkle (Vinca minor) and discovered in the late 1960s. Although used in human treatment for over twenty years, it has not been approved by
- Virtual reality distraction for acute pain in children
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 22-Oct-2020
Virtual reality (VR) computer technology creates a simulated environment, perceived as comparable to the real world, with which users can actively interact. The effectiveness of VR distraction on acute pain intensity in children is uncertain.
- Virtual reality for stroke rehabilitation
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 3-Feb-2015
Virtual reality and interactive video gaming have emerged as recent treatment approaches in stroke rehabilitation. In particular, commercial gaming consoles have been rapidly adopted in clinical settings. This is an update of a Cochrane Review published i
- Virtual reality for treatment compliance for people with serious mental illness
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 16-Sep-2014
Virtual reality (VR) is computerised real-time technology, which can be used an alternative assessment and treatment tool in the mental health field. Virtual reality may take different forms to simulate real-life activities and support treatment.
- Virtual reality simulation training for health professions trainees in gastrointestinal endoscopy
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 7-May-2012
Traditionally, training in gastrointestinal endoscopy has been based upon an apprenticeship model, with novice endoscopists learning basic skills under the supervision of experienced preceptors in the clinical setting. Over the last two decades, however,
- Virtual reality training for improving the skills needed for performing surgery of the ear, nose or throat
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 26-Nov-2015
Virtual reality simulation uses computer-generated imagery to present a simulated training environment for learners. This review seeks to examine whether there is evidence to support the introduction of virtual reality surgical simulation into ear, nose a
- Virtual reality training for surgical trainees in laparoscopic surgery
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 22-Aug-2013
Standard surgical training has traditionally been one of apprenticeship, where the surgical trainee learns to perform surgery under the supervision of a trained surgeon. This is time-consuming, costly, and of variable effectiveness. Training using a virtu
- Viscosupplementation for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-Nov-2014
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most prevalent chronic joint disorder worldwide and is associated with significant pain and disability.
- Vision screening for amblyopia in childhood
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 12-May-2009
Amblyopia is a reversible deficit of vision that has to be treated within the sensitive period for visual development. Screening programmes have been set up to detect this largely asymptomatic condition and refer children for treatment while an improvemen
- Vision screening for correctable visual acuity deficits in school-age children and adolescents
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 5-Apr-2009
Although the benefits of vision screening seem intuitive the value of such programmes in junior and senior schools has been questioned. In addition to this, there exists a lack of clarity regarding the optimum age for screening and frequency at which to c
