Browsing by Publisher "Lippincott Williams & Wilkins"
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Effect of enhanced external counterpulsation treatment on mean platelet volume in patients affected by ischemic chronic heart failure
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2012)Mean platelet volume (MPV) is increased in chronic heart failure (CHF) and is an independent predictor of mortality in CHF patients. It is not known whether enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) therapy leads to decreased ... -
The Effect of Laughter Therapy on Anxiety A Meta-analysis
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2020)This meta-analysis was conducted to determine the effect of laughter therapy on anxiety. Randomized controlled clinical trials were reviewed on Google Scholar, PubMed, and ISI Web of Sciences databases. Four randomized ... -
The Effect of Local Injections in Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled Study
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009)Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of corticosteroid injections on hemiplegic shoulder pain and range of motion. Design: Fifty-two stroke patients with shoulder pain were evaluated. Thirty-eight ... -
Effects of Kefir on Quality of Life and Sleep Disturbances in Postmenopausal Women
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2019)The aim of this study is to identify the effects of kefir, an alternative treatment method, on quality of life and sleep disturbances in postmenopausal women. In this study, it is seen that kefir has positive effects on ... -
The Impact of Education About Cervical Cancer and Human Papillomavirus on Women's Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors and Beliefs Using the PRECEDE Educational Model
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2019)Background Early detection of cervical cancer improves the chances of successful treatment. Objective The aim of this study was to determine the effect of education about cervical cancer and human papillomavirus on the ... -
The Importance of Multifocal/Multicentric Tumor on the Disease-Free Survival of Breast Cancer Patients Single Center Experience
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2012)Objectives: Multifocal/multicentric breast cancers have been comprehensively studied and their outcomes have been compared with unifocal tumors. We evaluated the impact of multifocality and multicentricity on the disease-free ... -
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resections for Mid or Low Rectal Adenocarcinomas: A Retrospective, Comparative Study
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2011)Background: Laparoscopic abdominoperineal resection (APR) has been seldom studied apart from low anterior resections, and deserves to be separately analyzed. This study aims to compare perioperative and oncological outcomes ... -
Mean platelet volume is related with ischemic stroke in patients with sinus rhythm
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2016)Stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It is known that atrial fibrillation and left atrial enlargement contribute ischemic stroke, and mean platelet volume (MPV) increases in patients with ischemic stroke ... -
Preventing Suture Extrusion and Recurrence in Mustarde and Furnas Otoplasties by Using Laterally Based Postauricular Dermal Flap, Long-Term Results
(Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2016)Background:Prominent ear deformity (PD) is an unacceptable condition of pinna that affects 5% of the population and is associated with emotional stress, behavioral disturbances, and social restrictions in relationships. ...
