Citation: International journal of older people nursing. 2011, Dec 19
Authors: Roe B, Flanagan L, Jack B, Shaw C, Williams K, Chung A, Barrett J
Abstract: roe b, flanagan l, jack b, shaw c, williams k, chung a & barrett j (2011) Systematic review of descriptive studies that investigated associated factors with the management of incontinence in older people in care homes. International Journal of Older People Nursing doi: 10.1111/j.1748-3743.2011.00300.x Background. Incontinence is prevalent among older populations and residents in care homes. Aim and objectives. This paper is a review of descriptive studies that investigated associated factors related to managing urinary incontinence in older people in care homes. A systematic literature review was undertaken. MEDLINE and CINHAL were searched from 1996-2010 using the Cochrane Incontinence Review Group search strings for urinary and faecal incontinence including all research designs. Results. Sixteen studies were identified that reported on associated factors related to comorbidities, management preferences, policies, staff views and knowledge or methodological studies. Non-invasive methods involving toileting and use of pads were common management approaches. No studies aimed at maintaining continence were identified. Conclusions. Factors associated with incontinence need to also be considered when planning and managing care for individuals, and developing and designing systems of care within care homes. Further study in care home populations to change or inform practice and provide effective care is warranted. Preventive studies that maintain continence are required. Implications for practice. Older people and their families should be involved with decisions regarding their preferred care, goals, management and outcomes for managing incontinence, promoting or maintaining continence.
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Tuesday 24 July 2012
WUTH publication: An under-recognized clinical and histopathological condition.
Citation: Clinical and experimental dermatology. 2012, Jan, 37(1).
Authors: Zappala TM, Leonard N, Salim A
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Authors: Zappala TM, Leonard N, Salim A
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WUTH publication: Common ocular surface disorders in patients in intensive care units.
Citation: The Occular Surface. 2012, Jan, 10(1)
Authors: Grixti A, Sadri M, Edgar J, Datta AV
Abstract: Ocular surface disorders are frequently encountered in patients in Intensive Care Units (ICUs). Because of significant impairment of major organs, treatment is focused on the management of organ failures. Therefore, ophthalmological complications are frequently overlooked in this setting. To identify the types and frequencies of ocular surface disorders reported in patients in ICUs, a literature review using the keywords: Intensive Care; Eye care; ICU; ITU; Ophthalmological disorders; Eye disorders was performed. The databases of CINAHL, PUBMED, EMBASE and COCHRANE library were searched. The higher quality papers are summarized in tables with statements of methodology to clarify the level of evidence. The most prevalent ocular disorders identified in ICU patients were exposure keratopathy (3.6% to 60%), chemosis (9% to 80%), and microbial keratitis. Of the various eye care measures that have been advocated to prevent exposure keratopathy, the most effective is the application of moisture chambers or polyethylene covers. Early diagnosis and effective treatment will help to prevent microbial keratitis and visual loss.
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Authors: Grixti A, Sadri M, Edgar J, Datta AV
Abstract: Ocular surface disorders are frequently encountered in patients in Intensive Care Units (ICUs). Because of significant impairment of major organs, treatment is focused on the management of organ failures. Therefore, ophthalmological complications are frequently overlooked in this setting. To identify the types and frequencies of ocular surface disorders reported in patients in ICUs, a literature review using the keywords: Intensive Care; Eye care; ICU; ITU; Ophthalmological disorders; Eye disorders was performed. The databases of CINAHL, PUBMED, EMBASE and COCHRANE library were searched. The higher quality papers are summarized in tables with statements of methodology to clarify the level of evidence. The most prevalent ocular disorders identified in ICU patients were exposure keratopathy (3.6% to 60%), chemosis (9% to 80%), and microbial keratitis. Of the various eye care measures that have been advocated to prevent exposure keratopathy, the most effective is the application of moisture chambers or polyethylene covers. Early diagnosis and effective treatment will help to prevent microbial keratitis and visual loss.
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Monday 23 July 2012
WUTH publication: 'Bubbles in my eye'. Perfluorocarbon liquid residue in the anterior chamber.
Citation: Clinical and experimental optometry. 2012, 95(5), 555-556
Authors: Bastawrous A, Kumar V
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Authors: Bastawrous A, Kumar V
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WUTH publication: The rheumatoid foot and ankle: current evidence.
Citation: Foot and ankle surgery. 2012, Jun, 18(2)
Authors: Loveday DT, Jackson GE, Geary NP
Abstract: The management of rheumatoid patients is a complex process due to the chronic, systemic, multi-joint and extra-articular nature of the disease. In comparison, osteoarthritis and post-traumatic arthritis usually involve a single joint and are hence not comparable to rheumatoid pathology. This review sets out to specifically look at studies on rheumatoid patients with interventions for foot or ankle disease. MEDLINE, EMBASE, the Cochrane databases, Current Controlled Trials and the WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform are all searched for relevant studies.
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Authors: Loveday DT, Jackson GE, Geary NP
Abstract: The management of rheumatoid patients is a complex process due to the chronic, systemic, multi-joint and extra-articular nature of the disease. In comparison, osteoarthritis and post-traumatic arthritis usually involve a single joint and are hence not comparable to rheumatoid pathology. This review sets out to specifically look at studies on rheumatoid patients with interventions for foot or ankle disease. MEDLINE, EMBASE, the Cochrane databases, Current Controlled Trials and the WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform are all searched for relevant studies.
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WUTH publication: Breast Cancer Risk After Supradiaphragmatic Radiotherapy for Hodgkin's Lymphoma in England and Wales: A National Cohort Study.
Citation: Journal of Clinical Oncology. 2012, Jun 25.
Authors: Swerdlow AJ, Cooke R, Bates A, Cunningham D, Falk SJ, Gilson D, Hancock BW, Harris SJ, Horwich A, Hoskin PJ, Linch DC, Lister TA, Lucraft HH, Radford JA, Stevens AM, Syndikus I, Williams MV
Abstract: PURPOSETo investigate breast cancer risk after supradiaphragmatic radiotherapy administered to young women with Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL) in a much larger cohort than previously to provide data for patient follow-up and screening individualized according to treatment type, age, and time point during follow-up.
PATIENTS AND METHODS Breast cancer risk was assessed in 5,002 women in England and Wales treated for HL with supradiaphragmatic radiotherapy at age < 36 years from 1956 to 2003, who underwent follow-up with 97% completeness until December 31, 2008.ResultsBreast cancer or ductal carcinoma in situ developed in 373 patients, with a standardized incidence ratio (SIR) of 5.0 (95% CI, 4.5 to 5.5). SIRs were greatest for those treated at age 14 years (47.2; 95% CI, 28.0 to 79.8) and continued to remain high for at least 40 years. The maximum absolute excess risk was at attained ages 50 to 59 years. Alkylating chemotherapy or pelvic radiotherapy diminished the risk, but only for women treated at age ≥ 20 years, not for those treated when younger. Cumulative risks were tabulated in detail; for 40-year follow-up, the risk for patients receiving ≥ 40 Gy mantle radiotherapy at young ages was 48%.
CONCLUSION This article provides individualized risk estimates based on large numbers for patients with HL undergoing follow-up after radiotherapy at young ages. Follow-up of such women needs to continue for 40 years or longer and may require more-intensive screening regimens than those in national general population programs. Special consideration is needed of potential measures to reduce breast cancer risk for girls treated with supradiaphragmatic radiotherapy at pubertal ages.
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Authors: Swerdlow AJ, Cooke R, Bates A, Cunningham D, Falk SJ, Gilson D, Hancock BW, Harris SJ, Horwich A, Hoskin PJ, Linch DC, Lister TA, Lucraft HH, Radford JA, Stevens AM, Syndikus I, Williams MV
Abstract: PURPOSETo investigate breast cancer risk after supradiaphragmatic radiotherapy administered to young women with Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL) in a much larger cohort than previously to provide data for patient follow-up and screening individualized according to treatment type, age, and time point during follow-up.
PATIENTS AND METHODS Breast cancer risk was assessed in 5,002 women in England and Wales treated for HL with supradiaphragmatic radiotherapy at age < 36 years from 1956 to 2003, who underwent follow-up with 97% completeness until December 31, 2008.ResultsBreast cancer or ductal carcinoma in situ developed in 373 patients, with a standardized incidence ratio (SIR) of 5.0 (95% CI, 4.5 to 5.5). SIRs were greatest for those treated at age 14 years (47.2; 95% CI, 28.0 to 79.8) and continued to remain high for at least 40 years. The maximum absolute excess risk was at attained ages 50 to 59 years. Alkylating chemotherapy or pelvic radiotherapy diminished the risk, but only for women treated at age ≥ 20 years, not for those treated when younger. Cumulative risks were tabulated in detail; for 40-year follow-up, the risk for patients receiving ≥ 40 Gy mantle radiotherapy at young ages was 48%.
CONCLUSION This article provides individualized risk estimates based on large numbers for patients with HL undergoing follow-up after radiotherapy at young ages. Follow-up of such women needs to continue for 40 years or longer and may require more-intensive screening regimens than those in national general population programs. Special consideration is needed of potential measures to reduce breast cancer risk for girls treated with supradiaphragmatic radiotherapy at pubertal ages.
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Thursday 19 July 2012
Library staff picks: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
"This is the first book in the ‘Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ trilogy. It is a fantastic piece of storytelling with a powerful message.”Graham, Librarian
Library staff picks are our favourite novels from the Read and Relax collection. You can browse our Read and Relax collection via the library catalogue or come in the McArdle Library to find out more!
Tuesday 17 July 2012
WUTH publication: A device-occluded ductus arteriosus rendered patent by acute dissection involving the main pulmonary artery and the descending aorta
Citation: European heart journal cardiovascular imaging. 2012, Jul 11
Author: Rittoo D, Khan A, Kumar A, Hughes D
Author: Rittoo D, Khan A, Kumar A, Hughes D
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Monday 16 July 2012
Tell us what you think about the library service and win a £25 book token!
Join in the big conversation by completing a short questionnaire about the library and enter our prize draw to win a £25 book token.
This questionnaire is part of the library services' commitment to ensure a high quality service is provided to our users. Your response is very important to us.
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Your answers and comments will be used to evaluate and improve our service and will be treated with complete confidentiality.
We anticipate that this survey will take you approximately 4 minutes to complete.
The closing date is Friday 27th July.
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This questionnaire is part of the library services' commitment to ensure a high quality service is provided to our users. Your response is very important to us.
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We anticipate that this survey will take you approximately 4 minutes to complete.
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Friday 6 July 2012
New! Request journal articles and book online
You can now submit requests for books and journal articles that aren’t available in our own collection via the library website. First, check that we don’t have a copy of the item by searching the library catalogue . Then, complete the online Inter Library Loan request form . Library staff will contact you when your item is ready to collect.
Qualitative Research Methods Courses
The Health Experiences Research Group, Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford is offering the following programme of qualitative research methods courses from September to November 2012.
Note that our courses are very popular, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
For further details about each course or to make a booking, please go to https://www.oxforduniversitystores.co.uk/browse/product.asp?catid=165&modid=5&compid=1
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INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE INTERVIEWING
20-21 September 2012 (FILLING FAST)
This two-day course is aimed at researchers who have little or no experience of qualitative interviewing. Previous courses have attracted researchers from the health service, clinicians and social scientists. The only requirements are an interest in qualitative interviewing and the desire to conduct better interviews. The course aims to provide hands on practical experience of different qualitative interviewing skills. £395
ANALYSING QUALITATIVE INTERVIEWS
18-19 October 2012 (JUST 5 PLACES REMAINING)
This two day course is aimed at researchers who are planning to undertake or manage qualitative research using in-depth or semi structured interviews or those who have already collected qualitative interview data which they are unsure how to analyse. It aims to introduce the principles and practice of qualitative interview data analysis, with particular emphasis on thematic analysis techniques. It uses a combination of practical workshops, group discussions and formal lectures. The course will also introduce participants to narrative analysis and discourse analysis. £440
INTRODUCTION TO FOCUS GROUPS
26 October 2012 (FILLING FAST)
This one day course is aimed at health professionals, researchers and postgraduate students who want to develop skills in organising and facilitating focus groups and in analysing focus group data. The course is suitable for those with little or no understanding of focus group method as well as those wishing to review and broaden existing skills. Practical exercises and small group work will be used throughout the course to develop competence in designing topic guides, moderating focus groups and analysing data. £225
Note that our courses are very popular, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
For further details about each course or to make a booking, please go to https://www.oxforduniversitystores.co.uk/browse/product.asp?catid=165&modid=5&compid=1
Please pass the information on to anyone who might be interested and/or display it on your noticeboards.
INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE INTERVIEWING
20-21 September 2012 (FILLING FAST)
This two-day course is aimed at researchers who have little or no experience of qualitative interviewing. Previous courses have attracted researchers from the health service, clinicians and social scientists. The only requirements are an interest in qualitative interviewing and the desire to conduct better interviews. The course aims to provide hands on practical experience of different qualitative interviewing skills. £395
ANALYSING QUALITATIVE INTERVIEWS
18-19 October 2012 (JUST 5 PLACES REMAINING)
This two day course is aimed at researchers who are planning to undertake or manage qualitative research using in-depth or semi structured interviews or those who have already collected qualitative interview data which they are unsure how to analyse. It aims to introduce the principles and practice of qualitative interview data analysis, with particular emphasis on thematic analysis techniques. It uses a combination of practical workshops, group discussions and formal lectures. The course will also introduce participants to narrative analysis and discourse analysis. £440
INTRODUCTION TO FOCUS GROUPS
26 October 2012 (FILLING FAST)
This one day course is aimed at health professionals, researchers and postgraduate students who want to develop skills in organising and facilitating focus groups and in analysing focus group data. The course is suitable for those with little or no understanding of focus group method as well as those wishing to review and broaden existing skills. Practical exercises and small group work will be used throughout the course to develop competence in designing topic guides, moderating focus groups and analysing data. £225
Opportunity for Researchers
Research Networks: Underpinning Discovery, Supporting Knowledge Transfer
27th September 2012, The Barbican, London
What can UK research be doing differently to gain more value out of investments, partnerships and eventual outcomes?
How can networks gain an advantage when leveraging for funding and investment?
Research networks are not just about connecting people, but about creating the right environments and the right support that can help to boost creative knowledge transfer.
Given the spiraling costs associated with R&D, the process needs to become more efficient and deliver better value for money.
High Profile Presentations will Include
Confirmed Speakers Include
Professor Paul Boyle
President, Science Europe, and Chief Executive, Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
David Way
Director of Knowledge Exchange and Special Projects, Technology Strategy Board
Dr Matthew Hallsworth
Managing Director, NIHR Office for Clinical Research Infrastructure (NOCRI)
Paul Clark
Director of Policy, Universities UK
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At Research Networks: developing infrastructure to support science, we will explore how to foster pioneering research and innovation. The programme will showcase best practice of knowledge transfer, collaboration and excellence, highlighting the network infrastructures that can help to deliver results.
Delegates will have the chance to challenge, discuss and debate the key issues and gain relevant insight applicable to their professional roles which they can embed within their organisations and improve services.
27th September 2012, The Barbican, London
What can UK research be doing differently to gain more value out of investments, partnerships and eventual outcomes?
How can networks gain an advantage when leveraging for funding and investment?
Research networks are not just about connecting people, but about creating the right environments and the right support that can help to boost creative knowledge transfer.
Given the spiraling costs associated with R&D, the process needs to become more efficient and deliver better value for money.
High Profile Presentations will Include
- The ATLAS experiment at the CERN Large Hadron Collider
- Maximising the impact of the European Research Area
- Collaboration through Knowledge Transfer Networks and through new partnerships
- The next generation of biobanking
- How the Research Excellence Framework can improve quality and outcomes
Confirmed Speakers Include
Professor Paul Boyle
President, Science Europe, and Chief Executive, Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
David Way
Director of Knowledge Exchange and Special Projects, Technology Strategy Board
Dr Matthew Hallsworth
Managing Director, NIHR Office for Clinical Research Infrastructure (NOCRI)
Paul Clark
Director of Policy, Universities UK
View Full Details of Programme and Speakers
At Research Networks: developing infrastructure to support science, we will explore how to foster pioneering research and innovation. The programme will showcase best practice of knowledge transfer, collaboration and excellence, highlighting the network infrastructures that can help to deliver results.
Delegates will have the chance to challenge, discuss and debate the key issues and gain relevant insight applicable to their professional roles which they can embed within their organisations and improve services.
Thursday 5 July 2012
WUTH publication: Spontaneous regression of a childhood tumour with anaplastic histological features.
Citation: Clinical and Experimental Dermatology. 2012, Jul 4.
Authors: Biswas A, Tan BB
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Authors: Biswas A, Tan BB
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