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View article: Risk prediction model for early detection of urinary tract infection in a hospital setting in Australia
Risk prediction model for early detection of urinary tract infection in a hospital setting in Australia Open
Background: Hospital-acquired complications have detrimental effects on patient outcomes and recovery, with increased morbidity and mortality burdens, and hospital efficiency. The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare h…
View article: Investigating acute training load variables and physical fitness responses to two different rest-redistribution protocols in Australian Rules Football players over a pre-season
Investigating acute training load variables and physical fitness responses to two different rest-redistribution protocols in Australian Rules Football players over a pre-season Open
This study investigated acute training load responses and physical fitness performance to two differing rest-redistribution interval training protocols. Sixty-eight semi-professional male Australian Rules football players were allocated in…
View article: Therapeutic potential of plant-based therapies in pediculosis capitis: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Therapeutic potential of plant-based therapies in pediculosis capitis: Systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Pediculosis capitis is a worldwide prevalent public health issue, mostly involving children. Resistance has been increasingly identified with conventional treatments such as permethrin or malathion. We aimed to evaluate the therapeutic pot…
View article: TELEnutrition and KIdNey hEalth Study: protocol for a randomised controlled trial comparing the effect of digital health to standard care on serum phoSphate control in patients on dIalysiS (TeleKinesis Study)
TELEnutrition and KIdNey hEalth Study: protocol for a randomised controlled trial comparing the effect of digital health to standard care on serum phoSphate control in patients on dIalysiS (TeleKinesis Study) Open
Introduction Diet and nutrition play a vital role in all stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) prevention, treatment and management. In particular, dietary interventions are essential to manage hyperphosphataemia, a common metabolic compl…
View article: Development and initial psychometric properties of the timed upper limb assessment in older adults with Parkinson’s
Development and initial psychometric properties of the timed upper limb assessment in older adults with Parkinson’s Open
Introduction: Upper limb dysfunction is common in people with Parkinson’s. This study aimed to pilot and establish the initial psychometric properties of the timed upper limb assessment (TULA), a 10-item timed functional upper limb assessm…
View article: Routine comprehensive geriatric assessment is associated with improved detection of cognitive disorders in older people with giant cell arteritis
Routine comprehensive geriatric assessment is associated with improved detection of cognitive disorders in older people with giant cell arteritis Open
Objectives Giant cell arteritis (GCA) carries an increased risk of stroke and blindness. International guidelines recommend older people receive routine comprehensive geriatric assessment (RCGA) during unplanned hospital admissions to impr…
View article: Association between chronic diseases and lifestyle risk factors among community-dwelling older adults: a retrospective cross-sectional Chinese population-based study
Association between chronic diseases and lifestyle risk factors among community-dwelling older adults: a retrospective cross-sectional Chinese population-based study Open
Background Chronic diseases among older adults are recognised as a serious public health problem in China, causing rising social and economic burden. The aim of the study was to evaluate the association between chronic diseases and lifesty…
View article: Comparing perceived heating effect and intensity of therapeutic ultrasound between breast tissue and calf muscle in lactating women: An observational study
Comparing perceived heating effect and intensity of therapeutic ultrasound between breast tissue and calf muscle in lactating women: An observational study Open
As perception of breast and calf warmth differs, TUS parameters used to treat musculoskeletal conditions may not be appropriate for inflammatory conditions of the lactating breast. Additional studies are needed to determine the tolerabilit…
View article: Muscle growth and anabolism in intensive care survivors (GAINS 2.0): Protocol for a multi-centre randomised; placebo controlled clinical trial of nandrolone in deconditioned adults recovering from critical illness
Muscle growth and anabolism in intensive care survivors (GAINS 2.0): Protocol for a multi-centre randomised; placebo controlled clinical trial of nandrolone in deconditioned adults recovering from critical illness Open
Background Intensive care patients can experience significant long-term impairment in mobility and function caused by their critical illness. A potential contributory factor apart from critical illness polymyoneuropathy is the low levels o…
View article: <i>Mycobacterium bovis</i> Infections Following Intravesical Bacillus Calmette-Guérin Instillation for Bladder Cancer in Western Australia: A 22-Year Retrospective Review
<i>Mycobacterium bovis</i> Infections Following Intravesical Bacillus Calmette-Guérin Instillation for Bladder Cancer in Western Australia: A 22-Year Retrospective Review Open
Mycobacterium bovis bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) infection following intravesical BCG instillation is a rare complication of therapy that is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. We conducted a multicenter retrospective re…
View article: Session Rating of Perceived Exertion Is a Valid Method to Monitor Intensity of Exercise in Adults with Acute Burn Injuries
Session Rating of Perceived Exertion Is a Valid Method to Monitor Intensity of Exercise in Adults with Acute Burn Injuries Open
Measuring exercise intensity for safety and to inform prescription in acute burn survivors, is challenging. This study aimed to assess the validity of adult patient end-of-workout rating of session perceived exertion (sRPE); and calculated…
View article: Cardiac return assist blanket (CRAB) safely increases central venous pressure
Cardiac return assist blanket (CRAB) safely increases central venous pressure Open
Objective The cardiac return assist blanket (CRAB) has been designed to increase central venous pressure (CVP) to manage severe hypotension associated with anaphylaxis. This interventional study aimed to identify the relationship between C…
View article: An implementation-effectiveness trial investigating feasibility, safety and efficacy of Best pRacticE guideline cAre physioTHErapy with addition of protocolised ventilator hyperinflation on patient-important outcomes for critically ill adults intUbated and ventilated with Pneumonia. (BREATHE UP)
An implementation-effectiveness trial investigating feasibility, safety and efficacy of Best pRacticE guideline cAre physioTHErapy with addition of protocolised ventilator hyperinflation on patient-important outcomes for critically ill adults intUbated and ventilated with Pneumonia. (BREATHE UP) Open
Pneumonia is a common cause for intensive care unit (ICU) admission for breathing support from a mechanical ventilator, resulting in high morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Physiotherapists working in ICU treat patients with criti…
View article: Nurse Telephone Support for Caregivers of Older Adults at Hospital Discharge
Nurse Telephone Support for Caregivers of Older Adults at Hospital Discharge Open
Importance Informal caregivers who provide home-based care frequently experience stress and burden that adversely affect their health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Objective To evaluate the efficacy of the Further Enabling Care at Home …
View article: A comparison between traditional children's rugby union games and modified small-sided games aimed at enhancing opportunity for physical activity and enjoyment
A comparison between traditional children's rugby union games and modified small-sided games aimed at enhancing opportunity for physical activity and enjoyment Open
This study compared traditional rugby union (RU) games to a modified small-sided game (SSG) aimed at improving opportunity for physical activity and enjoyment in children. Twenty-six school rugby players (aged 10 y) played 10 RU matches. F…
View article: Infective endocarditis outcomes at a tertiary hospital in <scp>Western Australia:</scp> a retrospective cohort study from 2016 to 2021
Infective endocarditis outcomes at a tertiary hospital in <span>Western Australia:</span> a retrospective cohort study from 2016 to 2021 Open
Background Infective endocarditis (IE) is a severe infection with considerable mortality. It is associated with geographical variation, complicating diagnosis and treatment of patients in a standardised manner. Aim To evaluate the characte…
View article: Informing the management of the post-COVID condition: insights from the Western Australian experience comparing those who tested positive and negative to early COVID-19 strains
Informing the management of the post-COVID condition: insights from the Western Australian experience comparing those who tested positive and negative to early COVID-19 strains Open
Objective This study aimed to compare the relative physical recovery and symptoms after SARS-CoV-2 infection between groups confirmed positive or negative to early strains of COVID-19. Methods A prospective, longitudinal cohort study compa…
View article: Correction: Examining relationships between sleep posture, waking spinal symptoms and quality of sleep: A cross sectional study
Correction: Examining relationships between sleep posture, waking spinal symptoms and quality of sleep: A cross sectional study Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0260582.].
View article: Is staging breast magnetic resonance imaging for invasive lobular carcinoma worthwhile?
Is staging breast magnetic resonance imaging for invasive lobular carcinoma worthwhile? Open
Background Invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) is challenging to stage accurately using mammography (MG) and ultrasound (US) with undiagnosed ipsilateral and contralateral cancer resulting in poor patient outcomes including return to surgery.…
View article: Adrenal washout CT in patients with no history of cancer: a waste of time?
Adrenal washout CT in patients with no history of cancer: a waste of time? Open
Purpose To validate the diagnostic performance of adrenal washout CT in patients without known malignancy in a Western Australian population. Methods A radiology information system (RIS) search for CT reports containing “adrenal” and “wash…
View article: Association between functional ability, chronic diseases and lifestyle risk factors in older community dwelling adults: protocol for a prospective observational Chinese cohort study
Association between functional ability, chronic diseases and lifestyle risk factors in older community dwelling adults: protocol for a prospective observational Chinese cohort study Open
Background The increasing proportion of the ageing population has become a significant focus for healthcare and social services in many countries worldwide, including China. Impaired physical fitness or the presence of chronic diseases may…
View article: Associations between physical activity, sedentary behaviour and cognitive domain performance of people living with mild cognitive impairment in the community
Associations between physical activity, sedentary behaviour and cognitive domain performance of people living with mild cognitive impairment in the community Open
Introduction Physical activity is known to positively influence cognitive performance. For adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), the relationship between physical activity levels and cognitive performance is unknown. This cross‐sect…
View article: Hot avulsion <i>versus</i> argon plasma coagulation for the management of the non‐ensnarable polyp: A multicenter, randomized controlled trial
Hot avulsion <i>versus</i> argon plasma coagulation for the management of the non‐ensnarable polyp: A multicenter, randomized controlled trial Open
Background and Aim Snare resection of nonlifting colonic lesions often requires supplemental techniques. We compared the success rates of neoplasia eradication using hot avulsion and argon plasma coagulation in colonic polyps when complete…
View article: Effectiveness of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Centers for Improving Physical Fitness for Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Effectiveness of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Centers for Improving Physical Fitness for Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
To synthesise the best available evidence for the effectiveness of interventions delivered in community-based rehabilitation (CBR) centers on physical fitness, for community-dwelling older adults living in Asian countries. This study is a …