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- Different methods for the induction of labour in outpatient settings
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 4-Jul-2010
Induction of labour is carried out for a variety of indications and using a range of pharmacological, mechanical and other methods. For women at low risk, some methods of induction of labour may be suitable for use in outpatient settings.
- Different methods of external fixation for treating distal radial fractures in adults
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 10-Aug-2008
Fracture of the distal radius is a common injury. A surgical treatment is external fixation, where metal pins inserted into bone on either side of the fracture are then fixed to an external frame.
- Different powered toothbrushes for plaque control and gingival health
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 8-Dec-2010
Powered brushes were first introduced commercially in the 1960s. A recent systematic review suggested the superiority of certain modes of powered over manual toothbrushing for plaque and gingivitis reduction. That review did not allow for direct compariso
- Different regimens of intravenous sedatives or hypnotics for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in adult patients with depression
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 9-Apr-2014
Depression is a common mental disorder. It affects millions of people worldwide and is considered by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be one of the leading causes of disability. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a well-established treatment for sev
- Different strategies for diagnosing gestational diabetes to improve maternal and infant health
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 8-Jan-2015
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is carbohydrate intolerance resulting in hyperglycaemia with onset or first recognition during pregnancy. If untreated, perinatal morbidity and mortality may be increased. Accurate diagnosis allows appropriate treatment
- Different treatment regimens of magnesium sulphate for tocolysis in women in preterm labour
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 11-Dec-2015
Magnesium sulphate has been used to inhibit preterm labour to prevent preterm birth. There is no consensus as to the safety profile of different treatment regimens with respect to dose, duration, route and timing of administration.
- Different types of dietary advice for women with gestational diabetes mellitus
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 21-Feb-2013
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) affects a significant number of women each year and is associated with a wide range of adverse outcomes for women and their babies. Dietary counselling is the main strategy in managing GDM, but it remains unclear which
- Different types of intermittent pneumatic compression devices for preventing venous thromboembolism in patients after total hip replacement
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 18-Dec-2014
Total hip replacement (THR) is an effective treatment for reducing pain and improving function and quality of life in patients with hip disorders. While this operation is very successful, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) are signific
- Different unfractionated heparin doses for preventing arterial thrombosis in children undergoing cardiac catheterization
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 3-Mar-2014
The role of cardiac catheterization in pediatrics has progressed significantly over the last two decades, evolving from a primary diagnostic tool to a primary treatment modality in children with congenital heart disease. Vascular complications, particular
- Digital contact tracing technologies in epidemics: a rapid review
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 18-Aug-2020
Reducing the transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a global priority. Contact tracing identifies people who were recently in contact with an infected individual, in order to isolate them and reduce further transmi
- Digital interventions for the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 19-Apr-2021
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with dyspnoea, cough or sputum production (or both) and affects quality of life and functional status. More efficient approaches to alternative management that may include patients themselves mana
- Digitalis for treatment of heart failure in patients in sinus rhythm
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 18-Mar-2014
Digitalis glycosides have been in clinical use for the treatment of heart failure (HF) for longer than 200 years. In recent years, several trials have been conducted to address concerns about their efficacy and toxicity.
- Digoxin for preventing or treating neonatal respiratory distress syndrome
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 7-Dec-2010
Lendrum 1955 suggested that pulmonary edema secondary to congestive heart failure may contribute to neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). Based on this hypothesis, investigators began to use digitalis glycosides to improve myocardial contractility
- Dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine for treating uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 15-Jan-2014
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACT) for treating uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria. This review aims to assist the decision-making of malaria control programmes by providing an overview of t
- Dilute versus full strength formula in exclusively formula-fed preterm or low birth weight infants
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 4-Nov-2013
Preterm infants have fewer nutrient reserves at birth than full term infants and often receive artificial formula feeds in the absence of expressed breast milk. Although it is generally agreed that feeding must be initiated slowly and advanced with much g
- Dimethyl fumarate for multiple sclerosis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 21-Apr-2015
Multiple sclerosis (MS) often leads to severe neurological disability and a serious decline in quality of life. The ideal target of disease-modifying therapy for MS is to prevent disability worsening and improve quality of life. Dimethyl fumarate is consi
- Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors for type 2 diabetes mellitus
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 5-May-2009
In type 2 diabetes mellitus there is a progressive loss of beta-cell function. One new approach yielding promising results is the use of the orally active dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors like sitagliptin and vildagliptin.
- Dipeptidyl peptidase‐4 inhibitors, glucagon‐like peptide 1 receptor agonists and sodium‐glucose co‐transporter‐2 inhibitors for people with cardiovascular disease: a network meta‐analysis
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 25-Oct-2021
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death globally. Recently, dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP4i), glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA) and sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) were approved for treating
- Dipyridamole for preventing stroke and other vascular events in patients with vascular disease
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 2-Aug-2010
Patients with limited cerebral ischaemia of arterial origin are at risk of serious vascular events (4% to 11% annually). Aspirin reduces that risk by 13%. In one trial, adding dipyridamole to aspirin was associated with a 22% risk reduction compared with
- Dipyrone for acute primary headaches
Cochrane Systematic Reviews, 11-Jul-2014
Dipyrone is used to treat headaches in many countries, but is not available in others (particularly the USA and UK) because of its association with potentially life-threatening blood dyscrasias such as agranulocytosis.
