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What are appropriate screening tests for infants and children?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
There is adequate evidence for screening neonates for hemoglobinopathies, congenital hypothyroidism, phenylketonuria (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A), and cystic fibrosis (SOR: B). Vision screening should be done for ...
Alcoholic liver disease: Is acetaminophen safe?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2007)
Yes, "acetaminophen is a safe and effective analgesic that can be appropriately used for adult patients with stable chronic alcoholic liver disease for at least a short period of time (studies have been limited to a maximum ...
Proteomic identification of PKC-mediated expression of 20E-induced protein in Drosophila melanogaster
(ACS, 2007)
Ecdysone receptor (EcR) and its heterodimeric partner, ultraspiracle protein (USP), are nuclear receptors that mediate the action of the insect molting hormone 20-hydroxyecdysone (20E). There is evidence that the activity ...
Does anticoagulation prevent thrombosis for persons with fractures distal to the hip?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
Low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) prophylaxis significantly reduces the total incidence of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) for patients with lower-limb fractures managed with surgical fixation and cast immobilization (strength ...
A1C Testing in the Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
A1C testing is highly specific compared with a two-hour oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) or a fasting plasma glucose test. However, because A1C testing is not sensitive enough to rule out diabetes if levels are normal, ...
What's the best test for HSV-2 after exposure?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2007)
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA ) tests based on herpes simplex virus 2's (HSV -2) glycoprotein G have demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity in determining seropositivity for HSV-2 antibodies (strength of ...
Dog's best friend
(MU Alumni Association, University of Missouri, 2011)
If McDuff The Scottie could talk, he would tell you he has bladder cancer. The prognosis wasn't good, until his owners brought him to the veterinary medical teaching hospital. He is participating in a clinical trial testing ...
What is the best approach to the evaluation of hirsutism?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
The evaluation of hirsutism should begin with a history and physical examination to identify signs and symptoms suggestive of diseases such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), hypothyroidism, hyperprolactinemia, ...
The Columbia, Missouri, Heat Island Experiment (COHIX) and the Influence of a Small City on the Local Climatology
(Missouri Academy of Science, 2004-05)
The heat island effect is a well known feature in the microclimate of urban areas but only a few studies have addressed the effect for smaller urban areas. We examine here the impact of Columbia, Missouri and the University ...
When should COX-2 selective NSAIDs be used for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
Cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) selective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are as effective as acetaminophen and nonselective NSAIDs in treating of osteoarthritis, and are equally effective in reducing pain and ...
The government policy on the organic rice farming groups embracing sustainable agricultural production: evidence in Thailand
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2022)
Implementing an organic farming policy at the national level significantly drives and fosters sustainable agricultural production. However, it also creates crucial problems in promoting and sustaining organic rice farming ...
Time series analysis of the effects of agriculture credit and Extension services on crop productivity in Malaysia
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2021)
The primary purpose of the present study is to evaluate the impact of agricultural credit, technical efficiency, and extension services on the crop productivity. The context of the study was based in Malaysia and the paddy ...
Psychosocial Interventions Delivered by Primary Care Physicians to Patients with Depression
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
Few high-quality studies have been conducted examining the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions performed by primary care physicians for patients with major depression. Two randomized controlled clinical trials ...
Accounting for Uncertainty in Ecological Analysis: The Strengths and Limitations of Hierarchical Statistical Modeling
(Ecological Society of America, 2009)
Analyses of ecological data should account for the uncertainty in the process(es) that generated the data. However, accounting for these uncertainties is a difficult task, since
ecology is known for its complexity. ...
Does quinine reduce leg cramps for young athletes?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2005)
Very little evidence exists regarding the use of quinine for cramps in young adult athletes. Quinine may be an effective treatment for heat cramps in athletes (strength of recommendation [SOR]: C, 1 case series involving ...
Does stimulant therapy help adult ADHD?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
Central nervous system stimulants improve symptoms of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults (strength of recommendation: B, based on an older, inconclusive systematic review, a lesser-quality systematic ...
How should you further evaluate an adult with a testicular mass?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2007)
Perform a scrotal ultrasonography immediately to determine whether emergency surgery is necessary for patients with an exam or history that suggests testicular torsion or rupture (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, based ...
What is appropriate fetal surveillance for women with diet-controlled gestational diabetes?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
No evidence clearly supports the practice of increased fetal surveillance in the pregnancies of women with well-controlled (ie, fasting blood sugar <105 mg/dL) class A1 gestational diabetes (strength of recommendation ...
Does combining aspirin and warfarin decrease the risk of stroke for patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2004)
Adjusted-dose warfarin (international normalized ratio [INR]=2.0-3.0) remains the most efficacious antithrombotic regimen for the primary and secondary prevention of cardioembolic stroke in high-risk patients with nonvalvular ...
Peaks, Cliffs, and Valleys: The Peculiar Incentives in Teacher Retirement Systems and Their Consequences for School Staffing
(American Education Finance Association, 2009)
This article examines the pattern of incentives for work versus retirement in six state teacher pension systems. We do this by examining the annual accrual of pension wealth from an additional year of work over a teacher's ...