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• Method 1- uses a free natural language approach.

  After choosing the object of the search – by ticking title, abstract, aims and objective, or author - enter a term, word or name in the ‘Search’ box to return references answering your research question.

• Method 2 - utilises key words.

  Those key words assigned from thesauruses of controlled vocabulary by the trained coders of international bibliographic databases.
  The controlled vocabularies key word are listed alphanumerically under 'Bibliographic database keywords' .
  Use the drop down menu to identity which 'key words' you are interested in to return references to answer your research question.

• Method 3 - is based on the indexing system

  developed by the researchers who compiled this database.
  It adopts a thematic approach to mapping Irish child health research. The themed areas represent outcomes mapped to the International Classification of Disease version 10 (ICD-10) or one of 23 other health-related themed outcomes. Themes are defined in Tables 5 to 7 (of the study report).
  Use the alphabetic drop down menu under ‘ICD-10 or themed health-related outcomes’ to identity which themed areas you are interested in to select references to answer your research question.

• Method 4 – allows papers to be searched by Study type.

  Indexing by study type offers a valuable insight into understanding the population impact of the topic of interest. More than 20 study types were identified across the 2,152 study papers. These are defined in Table 3 (of the study report). Within 'Study type' papers are further stratification by geographical region (Table 49), topic area of interest and study aims and objectives.
  Click on 'Study type' to select the type of study of interest, progressively select sub-categories by topic area or other sub-classification of interest to answer your research question.

The complete background, methods and findings from this mapping exercise are detailed in the study report.

clinical article

Your search returns 11 documents

• 1.   A comparison of temporal bone fracture classification systems

  The aim of the study was to examine traditional and otic capsule classification system of temporal bone fractures for clinical relevance

  

  Abstract:

  Objectives: To compare the traditional and otic capsule classification system of temporal bone fractures for clinical relevance. Design: A retrospective review of all patients with a radiological diagnosis of a skull-base fracture over a 5-year period. Setting: All patients were seen at Beaumont Hospital, the national tertiary referral centre for Neuro-otology. Participants: Patients more...

  International Classification:

  Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes - fractures

  Categories:

  temporal bone fractures

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Clinical Otolaryngology, Vol: 31 Page: 287-291 2006
  M. A. Rafferty; R. Mc Conn Walsh; M. A. Walsh

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• 2.   A novel variant of familial glucocorticoid deficiency prevalent among the Irish traveler population

  The aim of this study was to describe the clinical features and assess the prevalence of Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency amongst Irish Travelers in the Republic of Ireland and describe their phenotype.

  

  Abstract:

  Context: Familial glucocorticoid deficiency (FGD) is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by distinct clinical, biochemical, and genetic abnormalities. The prevalence of FGD is unknown, with the likelihood that cases remain undiagnosed. We noted a significant proportion of our FGD cases are Irish Travelers. Irish Travelers are an endogamous nomadic group ethnically and more...

  International Classification:

  Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disease - Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency

  Categories:

  Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency; Travellers

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, Vol: 93 Page: 2896-2899 2008
  S. M. P. O'Riordan; S. A. Lynch; P. C. Hindmarsh; L. F. Chan; A. J. L. Clark; C. Costigan

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• 3.   Bone anchored hearing aids: Reality, failure and current status

  The aim of this study was to examine the reality, failure and current status of bone anchored hearing aids

  

  Abstract:

  Bone Anchored Hearing Aids have both cosmetic and acoustic advantages over most conventional hearing aids and hence is a popular choice today. We report the first Irish group of patients who received a BAHA over a six year period of time and evaluated outcomes of these subjects using subjective assessment. The medical records of all patients who received a BAHA at the Mater and more...

  International Classification:

  Other - Bone anchored hearing aids

  Categories:

  Bone anchored hearing aids

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Irish Medical Journal, Vol: 97 Page: 312-314 2004
  A. L. Kadhim; M. P. Colreavy; C. O'Donovan; A. Blayney

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• 4.   Mitochondrial cytopathies, phenotypic heterogeneity and a high incidence

  The aim of this study was to examine mitochondrial cytopathies and the associated phenotypic heterogeneity

  

  Abstract:

  Mitochondrial respiratory chain disorders account for significant and varied presentations in paediatric practice. The true prevalence of these disorders in the paediatric population is still not well documented with predicted geographic variation. We report a retrospective analysis over a seven year period of cases presenting to a tertiary care centre and associated clinical features. more...

  International Classification:

  Other - Mitochondrial cytopathies

  Categories:

  Mitochondrial cytopathies

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Irish Medical Journal, Vol: 99 Page: 2006
  E. P. Treacy; R. McConn-Walsh; P. Mayne; P. Rustin; G. K. Brown; A. Monavari; E. Ryan; M. D. King

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• 5.   Patient recruitment in paediatric clinical trials

  This study aimed to examine attitudes in patients aged 6-17 years (from the UK and Ireland) who had participated in a trial comparing insulin detemir (Levemir, Novo Nordisk, Denmark) with NPH in a multi-injection therapy for type 1 diabetes.

  

  Abstract:

  Trials in young people with diabetes are commonly perceived to be problematic because of participants' rejection of authority and issues with adherence. Attitudes were examined in patients aged 6-17 years (from the UK and Ireland) who had participated in a trial comparing insulin detemir (Levemir, Novo Nordisk, Denmark) with NPH in a multi-injection therapy for type 1 diabetes. Most more...

  International Classification:

  Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases-type 1 diabetes mellitus

  Categories:

  type 1 diabetes

  Geography:

  the United Kingdom

  Practical Diabetes International, Vol: 22 Page: 328-332 2005
  M. A. Cain; C. McGuinness

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• 6.   Robotically Assisted Minimally Invasive Surgery in A Pediatric Population: Initial Experience, Technical Considerations, and Description of the da Vinci(registered trademark) Surgical System

  This study examined robotically assisted minimally invasive surgery

  

  Abstract:

  Introduction: Reports of robotically assisted minimal access surgery (RMAS) in the adult patient population have increased over the last several years. Few reports have addressed RMAS in pediatric patients. We present our initial RMAS experience with the da Vinci(registered trademark) Surgical System (Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, California), and discuss technical considerations, more...

  International Classification:

  Procedure - invasive surgery

  Categories:

  assisted minimally invasive surgery

  Geography:

  United States of America

  Pediatric Endosurgery and Innovative Techniques, Vol: 7 Page: 385-402 2003
  B. N. Luebbe; R. Woo; S. A. Wolf; M. S. Irish

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• 7.   Rupture of the male membranous urethra

  This study examined rupture of the male membranous urethra

  

  Abstract:

  Background. Management of traumatic rupture of the male membranous urethra remains controversial. Long-term morbidity can include urinary incontinence, urethral stricture and erectile dysfunction. Aims. To review management and outcome of urethral rupture to improve treatment protocols. Methods. A retrospective study of 47 patients presenting with traumatic urethral rupture over 25 more...

  International Classification:

  Other - rupture of the urethra

  Categories:

  rupture of urethra

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Irish Journal of Medical Science, Vol: 169 Page: 208-210 2000
  M. S. Khan; J. A. Thornhill; R. Grainger; T. E. D. McDermott; M. R. Butler

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• 8.   The efficacy and tolerability of combination antiretroviral therapy in pregnancy: Infant and maternal outcome

  This study examined the efficacy and tolerability of combination antiretroviral therapy in pregnancy

  

  Abstract:

  Antiretroviral therapy (ART) and Caesarean section (CS) delivery significantly reduce the risk of vertically transmitted HIV infection. Attention must focus on determining the optimal management strategy for HIV-positive pregnancies. Guidelines must reflect not only the activity and tolerability of combination ART in pregnancy for mother and infant and the potential short and long-term more...

  International Classification:

  Certain infectious and parasitic diseases - Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease - HIV

  Categories:

  HIV antiretroviral therapy

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  International Journal of STD and AIDS, Vol: 11 Page: 220-223 2000
  S. M. Clarke; F. Mulcahy; C. M. Healy; S. Condon; K. M. Butler

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• 9.   The impact of ice-skating injuries on orthopaedic admissions in a regional hospital

  The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of ice-skating injuries on orthopaedic admissions in a regional hospital

  

  Abstract:

  Since the opening of a temporary ice-rink in our hospital's catchment area, we have observed an increase in patients requiring in-patient treatment for orthopaedic intervention. The authors performed a prospective analysis of all patients admitted to our unit over a one-month period. Epidemiological data, wearing of protective gear and skater experience were collected. Fracture type, more...

  International Classification:

  Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes - injury

  Categories:

  ice-skating injuries

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Irish Medical Journal, Vol: 99 Page: 2006
  J. P. Dillon

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• 10.   UK and Ireland experience of bone anchored hearing aids (BAHA(registered trademark)) in individuals with Down syndrome

  This study aimed to evaluate the indications, surgical techniques and post-operative problems seen in children with Down syndrome fitted with bone anchored hearing aids

  

  Abstract:

  Objective: To evaluate the indications, surgical techniques and post-operative problems seen in children with Down syndrome fitted with bone anchored hearing aids (BAHA(registered trademark)). Methods: A postal survey of all registered United Kingdom and Ireland BAHA(registered trademark) centres. Results: There was a 98% response rate to the survey. Eighty-one centres in the United more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - bone anchored hearing aids

  Categories:

  Down syndrome; bone anchored hearing aids

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Vol: 70 Page: 981-986 2006
  P. Z. Sheehan; P. S. Hans

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• 11.   Ultrasonography helpful in diagnosing developmental hip dysplasia

  The aim of this study was to assess if ultrasonography is helpful in diagnosing developmental hip dysplasia

  

  International Classification:

  Evaluation of the effectiveness of antenatal screening methods for hip dysplasia

  Categories:

  hip dysplasia

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  Journal of Family Practice, Vol: 52 Page: 355-356 2003
  J. Bowe; E. J. Lindbloo

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