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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.

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• 1.   A caries susceptibility classification of tooth surfaces by survival time

  The aim of this study was to examine a method of grouping tooth surfaces into a caries susceptibility classification based on their survival experience

  

  Abstract:

  Individual tooth surfaces have vastly different susceptibilities to caries and this susceptibility also varies over time. The aim of this study was to develop a method of grouping tooth surfaces into a caries susceptibility classification based on their survival experience. The data used in the study were from a 3-year caries clinical trial. The definition of survival time was taken to more...

  International Classification:

  Dental

  Categories:

  caries

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Caries Res, Vol: 34 Page: 103-8 2000 Mar-Apr
  A. Hannigan; D. M. O'Mullane; D. Barry; F. Schafer; A. J. Roberts

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• 2.   A comparison of quantitative EEG features for neonatal seizure detection

  The aim of the study was to identify the best performing quantitative EEG features for neonatal seizures detection from a test set of 21

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: This study was undertaken to identify the best performing quantitative EEG features for neonatal seizures detection from a test set of 21. METHODS: Each feature was evaluated on 1-min, artefact-free segments of seizure and non-seizure neonatal EEG recordings. The potential utility of each feature for neonatal seizure detection was determined using receiver operating more...

  International Classification:

  Neonatal seizures

  Categories:

  neonatal seizures

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Clin Neurophysiol, Vol: 119 Page: 1248-61 June 2008
  B. R. Greene; S. Faul; W. P. Marnane; G. Lightbody; I. Korotchikova; G. B. Boylan

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• 3.   A cost-benefit evaluation of helicopter transfers to the Beaumont neurosurgical unit

  In this study a retrospective analysis of all consecutive helicopter transfers to the Beaumont neurosurgical unit was performed over a two year period from January 1994 to December 1996.

  

  Abstract:

  A retrospective analysis of all consecutive helicopter transfers to the Beaumont neurosurgical unit was performed over a two year period from January 1994 to December 1996. There were 55 transfers, 55% of which were for trauma patients. Sixty two per cent were intubated prior to transfer. The mean length of stay at the referring hospital prior to transfer was 12.25 hours (range 3-98 more...

  International Classification:

  Economic- Health service provision-transport

  Categories:

  helicopter transfers

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 93 Page: 50-1 2000 Mar-Apr
  R. Dardis; G. Roberts; J. Phillips

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• 4.   A national survey of propofol infusion use by paediatric anaesthetists in Great Britain and Ireland

  This study aimed to explore findings of a national survey of propofol infusion use by paediatric anaesthetists in Great Britain and Ireland

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Since the introduction of propofol in 1977, it has been widely used for the induction and maintenance of anaesthesia and for sedation on the intensive care unit. Recently, case reports of suspected propofol infusion syndrome (PRIS) following short term infusions have been published. We set out to obtain a picture of the current use of propofol infusions by paediatric more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - propofol infusion

  Categories:

  propofol infusion;

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  Paediatr Anaesth, Vol: 18 Page: 488-93 June 2008
  M. Hill; W. Peat; S. Courtman

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• 5.   A randomized, controlled trial of parenteral glutamine in ill, very low birth-weight neonates

  The aim of this study was to assess the safety and benefits of parenteral glutamine in ill, preterm neonates

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: The role of "novel substrates" in neonatal nutrition has generated much interest in recent years. Glutamine has been recognized as a "conditionally essential" amino acid in critically ill adults, particularly for gut and immune function; however, its potential role in the neonate remains unclear. The authors examined the safety and benefits of parenteral more...

  International Classification:

  Evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment -parenteral glutamine

  Categories:

  parenteral glutamine in ill, preterm neonates

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr, Vol: 37 Page: 550-3 November 2003
  S. W. Thompson; B. G. McClure; T. R. Tubman

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• 6.   A review of early childhood studies

  This article provides an introduction to the many aspects of childhood studies. The different strategies, particularly interventions, to achieve these objectives are discussed

  

  Abstract:

  Evidence based policy drawn from research in the life and social sciences, overwhelmingly supports investment in early childhood interventions. These policies have mainly been drawn from targeted interventions. In addition, the rigorous development of longitudinal studies has influenced the life course approach to childhood studies as well as contributing to policy debate and formation. more...

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 100 Page: suppl 69-71 September 2007
  D. McMahon

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• 7.   A study in two centres of variations in the time of apical barrier detection and barrier position in nonvital immature permanent incisors

  This study aimed to examine barrier formation in nonvital, immature permanent incisors being treated using the apexification technique in two centres, to establish the effect of the frequency of change of calcium hydroxide on barrier detection times

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVES: To study barrier formation in nonvital, immature permanent incisors being treated using the apexification technique in two centres, and to establish the effect of the frequency of change of calcium hydroxide (CaOH) on barrier detection times. DESIGN: A retrospective study of the time of detection and the position of barriers. RESULTS: There were no significant differences more...

  International Classification:

  Dental

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Int J Paediatr Dent, Vol: 11 Page: 447-51 November 2001
  M. J. Kinirons; V. Srinivasan; R. R. Welbury; D. Finucane

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• 8.   A study looking at the effectiveness of developmental screening in identifying learning disabilities in early childhood

  This aim of this study to evaluate the effectiveness of developmental screening in identifying learning disabilities in early childhood

  

  Abstract:

  This is a retrospective study of children under six years of age referred to the Brothers of Charity Early Intervention Services in County Galway, a service that caters for children under 6 years with learning disabilities. The aim in doing this study was to assess the value of routine developmental screening in identifying children with learning difficulties. This study also more...

  International Classification:

  Mental and behavioural disorders - Disorders of psychological development - learning disabilities

  Categories:

  developmental screening; learning disabilities

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 94 Page: 148-50 May 2001
  O. Flanagan; S. O. Nuallain

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• 9.   Administration of analgesia for acute abdominal pain sufferers in the accident and emergency setting

  This study described the effect of early administration of analgesia for acute abdominal pain in the accident and emergency setting

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Recent trials suggest that the early administration of analgesia in patients with acute abdominal pain facilitates examination and does not delay diagnosis. We investigated current practice regarding analgesia for these patients. METHODS: All patients admitted via the accident and emergency department with abdominal pain were included. The main outcome measures evaluated more...

  International Classification:

  Drugs - analgesia

  Categories:

  abdominal pain

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Eur J Emerg Med, Vol: 11 Page: 309-12 December 2004
  J. Shabbir; P. F. Ridgway; K. Lynch; C. E. Law; D. Evoy; J. B. O'Mahony; K. Mealy

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• 10.   Amitriptyline poisoning in a 2-year old

  This case report discusses the case of a 2-year-old boy who ingested 35 mg.kg(-1) of amitriptyline.

  

  Abstract:

  We describe a case of a 2-year-old boy who ingested 35 mg.kg(-1) of amitriptyline. He developed central nervous system toxicity, as demonstrated by coma and seizures and cardiac toxicity (cardiac arrest) within 1 h of ingestion. The cardiac toxicity was refractory to standard therapy. His cardiac rhythm alternated between ventricular tachycardia and pulseless ventricular more...

  International Classification:

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

  Categories:

  poisioning; amitriptyline

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Paediatr Anaesth, Vol: 16 Page: 174-7 February 2006
  C. Deegan; K. O'Brien

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• 11.   An investigation of children's posture and discomfort during computer use

  The aim of this study was to describe schoolchildren’s posture and discomfort working at computer

  

  Abstract:

  This study investigated schoolchildren's posture and discomfort while working at computers. Sixty-eight children (mean age 9.5 years) were observed at school during normal computer sessions lasting 15-25 min. Rapid upper limb assessment (RULA) was used to evaluate posture, and a body discomfort chart (BDC) and a modified visual analogue scale (VAS) were used to record site and intensity more...

  International Classification:

  Other - schoolchildren’s posture

  Categories:

  schoolchildren’s posture

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ergonomics, Vol: 50 Page: 1582-92 October 2007
  R. Breen; S. Pyper; Y. Rusk; S. Dockrell

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• 12.   Ankle fractures: emergency department management...is there room for improvement?

  This study examined pitfalls in the acute management of ankle fractures which were referred to a regional orthopaedic unit

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to identify pitfalls in the acute management of ankle fractures which were referred to a regional orthopaedic unit. This unit provides orthopaedic services for the catchment area of the Waterford Emergency Department together with three additional emergency units in the south-eastern region of Ireland. METHODS: This is a retrospective study of all more...

  International Classification:

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

  Categories:

  ankle fractures

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Eur J Emerg Med, Vol: 12 Page: 216-9 October 2005
  C. Deasy; D. Murphy; G. C. McMahon; I. P. Kelly

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• 13.   Assessing oxygen requirement after discharge in chronic lung disease: a survey of current practice

  This study aimed to explore the criteria used to assess oxygen requirement after discharge in chronic lung disease

  

  Abstract:

  In order to survey current management of oxygen in children with chronic lung disease (CLD) of prematurity in the United Kingdom and Ireland, 260 questionnaires asking about criteria that were considered important when removing supplemental oxygen from a child with CLD were sent to consultant paediatricians identified as being likely to be involved in the follow-up of children with CLD. more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - chronic lung disease oxygen requirements

  Categories:

  chronic lung disease oxygen requirements

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  Eur J Pediatr, Vol: 161 Page: 428-30 August 2002
  A. Solis; G. Harrison; B. N. Shaw

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• 14.   Assessing the burden of injury in six European countries

  This aim of this study was to assess injury-related mortality, disability and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) in six European countries

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: To assess injury-related mortality, disability and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) in six European countries. METHODS: Epidemiological data (hospital discharge registers, emergency department registers, mortality databases) were obtained for Austria, Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, and the United Kingdom (England and Wales). For each country, the burden of more...

  International Classification:

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

  Categories:

  injury-related mortality; injury-related disability; disability-adjusted life years

  Geography:

  International

  Bull World Health Organ, Vol: 85 Page: 27-34 January 2007
  S. Polinder; W. J. Meerding; S. Mulder; E. Petridou; E. van Beeck

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• 15.   Atypical Mycobacterial infections in children: the case for early diagnosis

  This case report discusses a case of atypical case of Mycobacteria

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND & AIMS: Atypical Mycobacteria (ATB) are a miscellaneous collection of Mycobacteriaceae which also includes M. tuberculosis, M. bovis and M. leprae. In the paediatric population, ATB infections present with non-tender unilateral lymphadenopathy in a systemically well child. Initially the disease may be mistaken for a staphylococcal or streptococcal abscess. Inappropriate more...

  International Classification:

  Certain infectious and parasitic diseases - Report

  Categories:

  mycobacterial

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Ulster Med J, Vol: 75 Page: 192-4 September 2006
  S. Thavagnanam; L. M. McLoughlin; C. Hill; P. T. Jackson

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• 16.   Audit of the management of convulsive status epilepticus in children: the need for a uniform treatment strategy

  The aim of this study was to audit management of convulsive status epilepticus in children

  

  Abstract:

  We conducted a two-year prospective audit to review the paediatric management of Convulsive Status Epilepticus (CSE) in Ireland. Our audit showed that there is considerable variability in the management of CSE in this country. In order to provide optimum care for this potentially life-threatening condition a uniform management strategy is required. We propose a protocol for the more...

  International Classification:

  Diseases of the nervous system - Episodic and paroxysmal disorders - status epilepticus

  Categories:

  management of status epilepticus

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 97 Page: 246-8 September 2004
  Y. Najam; D. G. McDonald; M. Keegan; D. W. Webb; J. B. McMenamin

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• 17.   Bilateral thoracoscopic sympathectomy: results and long-term follow-up

  This study evaluated the efficacy of bilateral thoracoscopic sympathectomy in alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life in patients with hyperhidrosis or facial blushing

  

  Abstract:

  The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of bilateral thoracoscopic sympathectomy in alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life in patients with hyperhidrosis or facial blushing and to investigate the occurrence, severity and possible underlying factors to compensatory sweating after surgery. One hundred and sixty-three patients in a single institution underwent more...

  International Classification:

  Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings - General symptoms and signs - hyperhidrosis

  Categories:

  hyperhidrosis or facial blushing

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg, Vol: 7 Page: 67-70 February 2008
  R. Jeganathan; S. Jordan; M. Jones; S. Grant; O. Diamond; K. McManus; A. Graham; J. McGuigan

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• 18.   Bioadhesive patch-based delivery of 5-aminolevulinic acid to the nail for photodynamic therapy of onychomycosis

  The aim of this study was to examine if sufficient concentrations of 5-aminolevulinic acid could be achieved within the nail matrix, and at the nail bed, whether ALA-based photodynamic therapy may prove to be a useful treatment for onychomycosis.

  

  Abstract:

  The in vitro penetration of 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) across human nail and into neonate porcine hoof when released from a novel bioadhesive patch containing 50 mg cm(-2) ALA is described. ALA is a naturally occurring precursor of the photosensitiser protoporphyrin IX (PpIX). Topical application of excess ALA bypasses negative feedback inhibition and yields photosensitising more...

  International Classification:

  Certain infectious and parasitic diseases - Mycoses - onychomycosis

  Categories:

  5-aminolevulinic acid; onychomycosis.

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  J Control Release, Vol: 103 Page: 381-92 March 2005
  R. F. Donnelly; P. A. McCarron; J. M. Lightowler; A. D. Woolfson

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• 19.   Central corneal thickness and its relationship to intraocular pressure in mucopolysaccararidoses-1 following bone marrow transplantation

  This study examined the ocular findings in mucopolysaccaridoses-1 (MPS-1) and the relationship between intraocular pressure and central corneal thickness following bone marrow transplantation

  

  Abstract:

  PURPOSE: To examine the ocular findings in mucopolysaccaridoses-1 (MPS-1) and the relationship between intraocular pressure (IOP) and central corneal thickness following bone marrow transplantation. METHODS: Setting: clinical practice. Subjects: 23 subjects with MPS-1 following bone marrow transplantation were examined. Observation procedures: age, sex, visual acuity, presence of more...

  International Classification:

  Organ transplants - bone marrow

  Categories:

  bone marrow transplantation

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  J Aapos, Vol: 12 Page: 7-10 February 2008
  P. Connell; K. McCreery; A. Doyle; F. Darcy; A. O'Meara; D. Brosnahan

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• 20.   Childhood hemolytic uremic syndrome, United Kingdom and Ireland

  The aim of this study was to examine disease incidence and clinical, epidemiologic and microbiologic characteristics childhood hemolytic uremic syndrome

  

  Abstract:

  We conducted prospective surveillance of childhood hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) from 1997 to 2001 to describe disease incidence and clinical, epidemiologic and microbiologic characteristics. We compared our findings, where possible, with those of a previous study conducted from 1985 to 1988. The average annual incidence of HUS for the United Kingdom and Ireland (0.71/100,000) was more...

  International Classification:

  Syndrome - hemolytic uremic

  Categories:

  hemolytic uremic syndrome

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom

  Emerg Infect Dis, Vol: 11 Page: 590-6 April 2005
  R. M. Lynn; S. J. O'Brien; C. M. Taylor; G. K. Adak; H. Chart; T. Cheasty; J. E. Coia; I. A. Gillespie; M. E. Locking; W. J. Reilly; H. R. Smith; A. Waters; G. A. Willshaw

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• 21.   Contralateral groin exploration is not justified in infants with a unilateral inguinal hernia

  This study examined the incidence of contralateral inguinal hernia following unilateral inguinal herniotomy in infants aged less than one year.

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Contralateral groin exploration in children with unilateral inguinal hernia is still controversial, particularly in infants. The patency rate of processus vaginalis is highest in infants but there are few data on the subsequent risk of contralateral hernia development in infants. In this retrospective study, we aimed to find out the incidence of contralateral inguinal hernia more...

  International Classification:

  Other - hernia

  Categories:

  inguinal hernia

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir J Med Sci, Vol: 172 Page: 18-9 2003 Jan-Mar
  J. Shabbir; A. Moore; J. B. O'Sullivan; P. V. Delaney; J. Drumm; H. Flood; P. A. Grace

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• 22.   Cryotherapy of viral warts: a sustained 10-s freeze is more effective than the traditional method

  The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of the traditional freeze and a sustained 10-s freeze in the treatment of common viral warts with liquid nitrogen

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Cryotherapy is a standard treatment for viral warts. Although textbooks recommend treating until there is a halo of ice around the wart (traditional freeze), many authors advocate more aggressive cryotherapy. There are no previously published studies assessing the efficacy of longer freezing times. OBJECTIVES: To compare the efficacy of the traditional freeze and a sustained more...

  International Classification:

  Evaluation of the effectiveness of treatments - warts

  Categories:

  common viral warts

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Br J Dermatol, Vol: 145 Page: 554-7 October 2001
  M. Connolly; K. Bazmi; M. O'Connell; J. F. Lyons; J. F. Bourke

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• 23.   Cryptorchidism: a general surgical perspective

  This study examined patterns of referral of cryptorchid patients to a surgical clinic, management and follow up

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: The treatment of cryptorchidism has changed, with surgery now advocated before the age of two years. Delayed treatment affects fertility, malignant potential and psychological stress. AIMS: To assess the pattern of referral of cryptorchid patients to a surgical clinic, management and follow-up. METHODS: A four-year review of 114 cryptorchid patients examined age at more...

  International Classification:

  Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities - Congenital malformations of genital organs - cryptorchid

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir J Med Sci, Vol: 172 Page: 139-40 2003 Jul-Sep
  K. T. Lim; R. G. Casey; F. Lennon; P. Gillen; M. Stokes

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• 24.   Delayed union and non-union of the ulna following intramedullary nailing in children

  These case reports discuss delayed union and non-union of the ulna following intramedullary nailing in children

  

  Abstract:

  Most studies report little or no problem with union following intramedullary nailing of fractured forearm bones in children. The bone involved in the occasional delayed union is not mentioned except for one delayed union of the ulna following an open fracture. The present paper specifically highlights problems with union of the ulna following nailing in children. It reports two cases of more...

  International Classification:

  External causes of morbidity and mortality-Report

  Categories:

  non-union of the ulna

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  J Pediatr Orthop B, Vol: 13 Page: 330-3 September 2004
  L. Ogonda; J. Wong-Chung; R. Wray; B. Canavan

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• 25.   Diagnosis and management of type 1 laryngeal cleft

  This study demonstrated that type 1 posterior laryngeal clefts are more common than previously described, by reporting a series of 12 type 1 posterior laryngeal clefts diagnosed at our institution over a 12-month period

  

  Abstract:

  Posterior laryngeal clefts have been reported as exceptionally rare congenital anomalies. We demonstrate that type 1 posterior laryngeal clefts are more common than previously described, by reporting a series of 12 type 1 posterior laryngeal clefts diagnosed at our institution over a 12-month period. Typically, type 1 posterior laryngeal clefts are managed conservatively. In our series, more...

  International Classification:

  Other - laryngeal clefts

  Categories:

  posterior laryngeal clefts

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol, Vol: 67 Page: 591-6 June 2003
  K. Watters; J. Russell

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• 26.   Do early infant feeding practices vary by maternal ethnic group?

  The aim of this study was to examine United Kingdom country and ethnic variations in infant feeding practices

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: To examine UK country and ethnic variations in infant feeding practices. DESIGN: Cohort study. SETTING: Infants enrolled in the Millennium Cohort Study, born between September 2000 and January 2002. SUBJECTS: A total of 18 150 natural mothers (11 286 (8207 white) living in England) of singleton infants. OUTCOME MEASURES: Breast-feeding initiation, breast-feeding more...

  International Classification:

  Other - infant feeding

  Categories:

  infant feeding practices

  Geography:

  the United Kingdom

  Public Health Nutr, Vol: 10 Page: 957-64 September 2007
  L. J. Griffiths; A. R. Tate; C. Dezateux

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• 27.   Do major televised events affect pediatric emergency department attendances or delay presentation of surgical conditions?

  The aim of this study was to investigate if major televised sporting events influence the level of attendance at a pediatric emergency department or reduce subsequent surgical admissions

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: To investigate whether major televised sporting events influence the level of attendance at a pediatric emergency department or reduce subsequent surgical admissions. METHODS: A retrospective analysis of the number of emergency department attendances and subsequent surgical admissions on nights of televised Champions League soccer games, a major pan-European soccer more...

  International Classification:

  Health service provision

  Categories:

  pediatric emergency department

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Pediatr Emerg Care, Vol: 21 Page: 306-8 May 2005
  S. Farrell; G. M. Doherty; W. A. McCallion; M. D. Shields

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• 28.   Does delaying pyeloplasty affect renal function in children with a prenatal diagnosis of pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction?

  This study examined children with an antenatal diagnosis of pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction requiring pyeloplasty for deteriorating renal function during the follow-up, specifically assessing recovery of function after surgery

  

  Abstract:

  OBJECTIVE: To evaluate retrospectively children with an antenatal diagnosis of pelvi-ureteric junction (PUJ) obstruction who required pyeloplasty for deteriorating renal function during the follow-up, specifically assessing the recovery of function after surgery. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Between 1988 and 2000, 44 consecutive patients with a prenatal diagnosis of PUJ obstruction who were more...

  International Classification:

  Other - antenatal diagnosis of pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction

  Categories:

  antenatal diagnosis of pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  BJU Int, Vol: 90 Page: 72-5 July 2002
  B. Chertin; U. Rolle; A. Farkas; P. Puri

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• 29.   Early postnatal (<96 hours) corticosteroids for preventing chronic lung disease in preterm infants

  The aim of this review was to determine if postnatal corticosteroid treatment is of benefit in the prevention of chronic lung disease in the preterm infant

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Chronic lung disease (CLD) remains a major problem in neonatal intensive care units. Persistent inflammation in the lungs is the most likely underlying pathogenesis. Corticosteroids have been used to either prevent or treat CLD because of their potent anti-inflammatory effects. OBJECTIVES: To determine if postnatal corticosteroid treatment is of benefit in the prevention of more...

  International Classification:

  Systematic Review

  Categories:

  corticosteroid treatment chronic lung disease preterm infant

  Geography:

  Systematic Review

  Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 2001
  H. L. Halliday; R. A. Ehrenkranz

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• 30.   Early weaning is related to weight and rate of weight gain in infancy

  The aim of this study was to compare weight and weight gain in two groups of infants who differed in relation to weaning practices

  

  Abstract:

  Background Evidence relating to the effect of early weaning on infant weight and weight gain is conflicting. The aim of this paper is to compare weight and weight gain in two groups of infants; one group weaned before 4 months (early weaned), the other weaned at 4 months or after. Methods Feeding practices were assessed through semistructured interviews with mothers of 1-year-old more...

  International Classification:

  Growth and development

  Categories:

  weight and weight gain

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Child: Care, Health & Development, Vol: 34 Page: 59-64 2008
  S. Sloan; A. Gildea; M. Stewart; H. Sneddon; D. Iwaniec

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• 31.   Efficacy and safety of caudal injection of levobupivacaine, 0.25%, in children under 2 years of age undergoing inguinal hernia repair, circumcision or orchidopexy

  The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy and safety of 0.25% levobupivacaine administered as a caudal injection to paediatric patients aged less than 2 years old undergoing circumcision (group 1), or hernia repair or orchidopexy (group 2)

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: Levobupivacaine is the S(-)-enantiomer of racemic bupivacaine. Evidence suggests that it is less cardiotoxic than racemic bupivacaine and the R(+)-enantiomer, dexbupivacaine, while retaining similar local anaesthetic properties and potency to racemic bupivacaine. METHODS: This was an open study designed to assess the efficacy and safety of 0.25% levobupivacaine administered more...

  International Classification:

  Procedure - circumcision; hernia repair; ochidopexy

  Categories:

  circumcision; hernia repair; ochidopexy

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Paediatr Anaesth, Vol: 13 Page: 114-21 February 2003
  R. Taylor; R. Eyres; G. A. Chalkiadis; S. Austin

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• 32.   Endoscopic management of vesicoureteral reflux: does it stand the test of time?

  This article discusses the long-term results of endoscopic treatment of vesicoureteral reflux using various tissue-augmenting substances presently available

  

  Abstract:

  Endoscopic subureteral injection of tissue-augmenting substances, a 15-minute outpatient procedure has become an alternative to long-term antibiotic prophylaxis and surgical intervention in the treatment of vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) in children. This paper reviews the long-term results of endoscopic treatment of reflux using various tissue-augmenting substances presently available. In more...

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Eur Urol, Vol: 42 Page: 598-606; discussion 606 December 2002
  B. Chertin; P. Puri

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• 33.   Enhancing the capacity of food consumption surveys of short duration to estimate long-term consumer-only intakes by combination with a qualitative food frequency questionnaire

  This study examined the possibility of combining a 3-day food diary with a food frequency questionnaire to estimate mean consumer-only food intakes comparable to estimates based on a 14-day diary

  

  Abstract:

  In principle, a proper risk assessment for a food chemical requires that the time-frame for food chemical intake estimates matches the time-frame for the toxicological assessments upon which the safety statements (ADI, PTWI, etc.) are based. For food additives, the toxicological assessments are based on exposure over a lifetime. While food consumption data cannot be collected over the more...

  International Classification:

  Diagnostic tool (food diary and frequency questionaire) - food intake

  Categories:

  food diary; food frequency questionnaire; food intake estimates:

  Geography:

  International

  Food Addit Contam, Vol: 17 Page: 177-87 March 2000
  J. Lambe; J. Kearney; C. Leclercrq; D. Berardi; H. F. Zunft; S. Sulzer; S. De Henauw; M. De Volder; C. J. Lamberg-Allardt; M. U. Karkkainen; A. Dunne; M. J. Gibney

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• 34.   Epidemiology of childhood fractures in Britain: a study using the general practice research database

  The aim of this study was to examine the incidence (age- and sex-specific) of childhood fractures in Britain using the general practice research database

  

  Abstract:

  A population-based British cohort study, including approximately 6% of the population, was used to derive age- and sex-specific incidence rates of fractures during childhood. Fractures were more common among boys than girls, with peak incidences at 14 and 11 years of age, respectively. At childhood peak, incidence rates were only surpassed later in life at 85 years of age among women more...

  International Classification:

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

  Categories:

  childhood fractures

  Geography:

  the United Kingdom

  J Bone Miner Res, Vol: 19 Page: 1976-81 December 2004
  C. Cooper; E. M. Dennison; H. G. Leufkens; N. Bishop; T. P. van Staa

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• 35.   Factors affecting outcomes of traumatically extruded permanent teeth in children

  The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence of residual extrusion, pulpal necrosis, and resorption for extruded permanent teeth and to establish the effect of presentation and treatment factors

  

  Abstract:

  PURPOSE: The objectives of the present study were to determine the prevalence of residual extrusion, pulpal necrosis, and resorption for extruded permanent teeth and to establish the effect of presentation and treatment factors. METHODS: Seventy-two traumatically extruded permanent incisors were studied at the Departments of Paediatric Dentistry in Belfast, Newcastle upon Tyne, and more...

  International Classification:

  Dental

  Categories:

  residual extrusion; pulpal necrosis

  Geography:

  the United Kingdom

  Pediatr Dent, Vol: 25 Page: 475-8 2003 Sep-Oct
  K. Humphreys; S. Al Badri; M. Kinirons; R. R. Welbury; B. O. Cole; R. A. Bryan; O. Campbell; D. E. Fung

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• 36.   Factors affecting the time of onset of resorption in avulsed and replanted incisor teeth in children

  The aim of this study was to examine the timing of the onset of resorption following replanted teeth

  

  Abstract:

  Resorption is the main reason for loss of replanted teeth. The outcome examined in this study is the timing of the onset of resorption. The effect of dichotomised dry and wet time intervals as well as the presence of additional crown damage and of contamination were determined. Of 84 replanted teeth, 67.5% developed resorptions. Twenty-eight had detectable additional crown damage with a more...

  International Classification:

  Dental

  Categories:

  replanted teeth

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Dent Traumatol, Vol: 17 Page: 205-9 October 2001
  M. Donaldson; M. J. Kinirons

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• 37.   Feeding infants - an investment in the future

  This aim of this study was to examine current feeding practices among Irish infants in the first year of life

  

  Abstract:

  Because nutrition during infancy not only determines growth but also impacts on future adult health, it is essential that healthy eating habits be promoted from a very young age. This study examines current feeding practices among Irish infants in the first year of life. Although 51% of Irish mothers commenced breast-feeding their infants at birth, the number of women who continued to more...

  International Classification:

  Breastfeeding +/- formulae milk

  Categories:

  feeding practices

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 93 Page: 248-50 November 2000
  A. Twomey; B. Kiberd; T. Matthews; M. O'Regan

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• 38.   Gastroschisis and exomphalos in Ireland 1998-2004. Does antenatal diagnosis impact on outcome?

  The aim of this study was to examine the impact of antenatal diagnosis of gatroschisis and exomphalos on the management of delivery

  

  Abstract:

  Antenatal detection of anterior abdominal wall defects (gastroschisis and exomphalos) enables detailed prenatal planning and counselling with appropriate intrauterine transfer, delivery in a tertiary referral centre with prompt access to paediatric surgery and early surgical intervention. The authors believed that there was a relatively low rate of antenatal detection in Ireland and more...

  International Classification:

  Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities - Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system - exomphalos

  Categories:

  gatroschisis; exomphalos

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Pediatr Surg Int, Vol: 23 Page: 1059-63 November 2007
  F. L. Murphy; T. A. Mazlan; F. Tarheen; M. T. Corbally; P. Puri

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• 39.   General practice out-of-hours service, variations in use and equality in access to a doctor: a cross-sectional study

  The aim of this study was to examine geographical variation in the rates of out-of-hours calls and to see if there is any systematic variation in how the co-operative that covers the area responds to calls

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: There is increasing dissatisfaction among general practitioners (GPs) with their 24 hour commitment despite the demand for GP services outside ordinary working hours. The creation of out-of-hours co-operatives has been welcomed by participating GPs and their families and patient satisfaction is generally high. However, there have been concerns about the lack of patient more...

  International Classification:

  Health service provision

  Categories:

  out-of-hours medical calls

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Br J Gen Pract, Vol: 51 Page: 625-9 August 2001
  D. O'Reilly; M. Stevenson; C. McCay; J. Jamison

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• 40.   Have we stopped looking for a red reflex in newborn screening?

  This study aimed to review when the diagnosis of congenital cataracts was made in our region, by whom it was made, and the visual outcome at 2 years of age or more

  

  Abstract:

  Best medical evidence indicates that surgical treatment of significant congenital cataracts is required within the first 3 months of life for optimal visual outcome. The aim of the present study was to review when the diagnosis of congenital cataracts was made in our region, by whom it was made, and the visual outcome at 2 years of age or more. This was a retrospective study in a region more...

  International Classification:

  Practice/knowledge - congenital cataracts

  Categories:

  congenital cataracts

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 100 Page: 398-400 March 2007
  O. Sotomi; C. A. Ryan; G. O'Connor; B. P. Murphy

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• 41.   Heat-accelerated fixation and rapid dissection of the pediatric brain at autopsy: a pragmatic approach to the difficulties of organ retention

  The aim of this study was to describe heat-accelerated fixation and rapid dissection of the pediatric brain at autopsy

  

  Abstract:

  We investigated whether it is possible to accelerate the examination of a pediatric brain at autopsy and thus facilitate its return to the body before a funeral without compromising the quality of the neuropathologic examination. Accelerated fixation and next-day dissection of the brain was performed in selected cases over a 2-year period by using a microwave histologic tissue processor more...

  International Classification:

  Organ transplants

  Categories:

  organ retention

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Pediatr Dev Pathol, Vol: 7 Page: 595-600 2004 Nov-Dec
  C. Barrett; F. Brett; D. Grehan; M. B. McDermott

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• 42.   Herring classification: how useful is the initial radiograph?

  This study assess the predictability of the initial herring classification

  

  Abstract:

  The Herring lateral pillar classification has been shown to be a useful predictor of subsequent femoral head deformity in Perthes disease. The initial Herring classification, however, can often be misleading with regard to outcome, as further collapse can occur. The purpose of this study was to assess the predictability of the initial Herring classification. The radiographs of 253 more...

  International Classification:

  Predictability of herring classification

  Categories:

  predictability; herring classification

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  J Pediatr Orthop, Vol: 22 Page: 479-82 2002 Jul-Aug
  K. Lappin; D. Kealey; A. Cosgrove

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• 43.   Higher incidence of SIDS at weekends, especially in younger infants

  The aim of this study was to examine the magnitude of "weekends on deaths" in British data in relation to the "back to sleep" campaign.

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: An increased incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) at weekends has been previously noted, although it has not been found in all studies. Where a weekend effect has been found it is most prominent on Sundays. AIM: To identify the magnitude of this effect in British data before and after the fall in prevalence associated with the "back to sleep" campaign. more...

  International Classification:

  Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified- Ill-defined and unknown causes of mortality - Sudden infant death syndrome

  Categories:

  sudden infant death syndrome

  Geography:

  the United Kingdom

  Arch Dis Child, Vol: 89 Page: 670-2 July 2004
  J. A. Mooney; P. J. Helms; I. T. Jolliffe

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• 44.   Improved cultural detection of Burkholderia cepacia from sputum in patients with cystic fibrosis

  This study examined the sensitivity and specificity of two selective media for the isolation of Burkholderia cepacia from sputum specimens in patients with cystic fibrosis

  

  Abstract:

  AIMS: To evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of two selective media for the isolation of Burkholderia cepacia from sputum specimens in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF). METHODS: In total, 149 expectorated sputum specimens from 113 patients with CF (32 cepacia colonised patients and 81 non-cepacia colonised patients) attending three CF centres were examined for the presence of B more...

  International Classification:

  Diagnostic tool laboratory - Burkholderia cepacia

  Categories:

  media (gel); Burkholderia cepacia; cystic fibrosis

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  J Clin Pathol, Vol: 54 Page: 803-5 October 2001
  R. M. Wright; J. E. Moore; A. Shaw; K. Dunbar; M. Dodd; K. Webb; A. O. Redmond; M. Crowe; P. G. Murphy; S. Peacock; J. S. Elborn

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• 45.   Increased fibronectin expression in developing embryos is associated with abnormal notochord in the Adriamycin rat model

  The aim of this study was to examine the hypothesis that adriamycin administration could promote upregulation of FN expression increasing gut-notochord adherence and development of abnormal ventral notochordal branching in the Adriamycin rat model

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND: The VACTERL association is a spectrum of clinical conditions, including esophageal atresia (EA) and tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF), which affects approximately 1 in 5,000 live human births. The administration of intraperitoneal Adriamycin to pregnant rats reliably induces anomalies, such as EA and TEF, in their offspring, in what is known as the Adriamycin rat model (ARM). more...

  Categories:

  adriamycin; abnormal ventral notochordal branching

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Pediatr Surg Int, Vol: 20 Page: 276-82 April 2004
  A. Mortell; A. M. O'Donnell; S. Giles; J. Bannigan; P. Puri

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• 46.   Infant feeding: factors affecting initiation, exclusivity and duration

  The aim of this study was to examine factors affecting initiation, exclusivity and duration of infant feeding

  

  Abstract:

  The study objective was to determine the initiation rate, duration and exclusiveness of breastfeeding, in women resident in the North Eastern Health Board (NEHB) region. An additional aim was to identify determinants that influence the initiation and duration of all types of breastfeeding. All eligible mothers completed a self-administered questionnaire. For breastfeeding mothers there more...

  International Classification:

  Breastfeeding +/- formulae milk

  Categories:

  infant feeding

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 97 Page: 197-9 2004 Jul-Aug
  M. Ward; A. Sheridan; F. Howell; I. Hegarty; A. O'Farrell

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• 47.   Inflammatory and replacement resorption in reimplanted permanent incisor teeth: a study of the characteristics of 84 teeth

  The aim of this study was to examine avulsion in a group of children

  

  Abstract:

  Avulsion is a serious injury which can cause damage to some or all of the dental and surrounding tissues. This study examined the profiles of teeth showing inflammatory resorption, in terms of time prior to reimplantation, contamination, pulp extirpation time and period of splinting and compared them to teeth without resorption. There were a total of 71 children in the present study more...

  International Classification:

  Dental

  Categories:

  dental avulsion

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Endod Dent Traumatol, Vol: 15 Page: 269-72 December 1999
  M. J. Kinirons; D. H. Boyd; T. A. Gregg

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• 48.   Interventions for post-traumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents

  This article discusses interventions for post-traumatic stress disorder in children and adolescents

  

  Abstract:

  Clinical features, epidemiology and aetiology of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are outlined. Treatment outcome studies involving children with PTSD who have survived traumatic accidents, natural disasters and child sexual abuse are reviewed. An evidence-based assessment and treatment protocol is outlined for children and adolescents with PTSD. Key components of effective more...

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Pediatr Rehabil, Vol: 7 Page: 231-44 2004 Oct-Dec
  A. Carr

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• 49.   Invasion of human epithelial cells by Campylobacter upsaliensis

  This characterized the ability of Campylobacter upsaliensis to invade both cultured epithelial cell lines and primary human small intestinal cells

  

  Abstract:

  Few data exist on the interaction of Campylobacter upsaliensis with host cells, and the potential for this emerging enteropathogen to invade epithelial cells has not been explored. We have characterized the ability of C. upsaliensis to invade both cultured epithelial cell lines and primary human small intestinal cells. Epithelial cell lines of intestinal origin appeared to be more more...

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Cell Microbiol, Vol: 5 Page: 835-47 November 2003
  A. Mooney; C. Byrne; M. Clyne; K. Johnson-Henry; P. Sherman; B. Bourke

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• 50.   Is primary endoscopic puncture of ureterocele a long-term effective procedure?

  This study examined the long-term effectiveness of primary endoscopic puncture of ureterocele

  

  Abstract:

  BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: For more than a decade, endoscopic puncture of ureterocele has been recommended as an initial and, in the majority of the patients, as a definitive procedure. This study evaluates the long-term effectiveness of primary endoscopic puncture of ureterocele. METHODS: Over the last 18 years (1984 through 2001), 52 patients (median age 3 months) underwent primary more...

  International Classification:

  Diseases of the genitourinary system - Other disorders of kidney and ureter-ureterocele

  Categories:

  ndoscopic puncture of ureterocele

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  J Pediatr Surg, Vol: 38 Page: 116-9; discussion 116-9 January 2003
  B. Chertin; D. de Caluwe; P. Puri

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• 51.   Is tuberculin testing before BCG vaccination necessary for children over three months of age?

  The aim of this study was to examine the value of tuberculin testing before BCG vaccination for children over three months of age

  

  Abstract:

  In July 2007 Irish national policy changed such that children aged 3 months to 6 years no longer routinely require tuberculin (Mantoux) skin testing prior to BCG vaccination. Previous to that a tuberculin test was required in all children in this age group pre vaccination. While the previous policy was in place this study was conducted to assess the value of this test. The observation more...

  International Classification:

  Vaccination

  Categories:

  tuberculin testing; BCG vaccination

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Ir Med J, Vol: 101 Page: 72-4 March 2008
  B. Hennessy

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