The Quality of Life after Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis in 118 Lower Limb Lymphedema Patients
Archives of Plastic Surgery, 2023 Abstract Background This is a prospective study on 118 patients who underwent lymphaticovenous anastomosis (LVA) due to secondary lower limb lymphedema between January 2018 and October 2020 to evaluate patients' quality of life (QOL) using the Quality of Life Measure for Limb Lymphedema (LYMQoL) questionnaire.
Jin Geun Kwon +7 more
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The impact of lower limb chronic oedema on patients' quality of life
International Wound Journal, 2016 AbstractThis study aimed to explore patients' perceptions regarding the impact that lower limb chronic oedema has on their quality of life (QoL). A quantitative descriptive design was used to collect data from patients with lower limb chronic oedema. A condition‐specific validated questionnaire was distributed to a purposive sample (n = 122) through ...
Adelene, Greene, Pauline, Meskell
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Developing the Vascular Quality of Life Questionnaire: A new disease-specific quality of life measure for use in lower limb ischemia [PDF]
Journal of Vascular Surgery, 2001 The purpose of this study was to develop and validate an easily used disease-specific quality of life (QOL) measure for patients with chronic lower limb ischemia and to design an evaluative instrument, responsive to within-subject change, that adds to clinical measures of outcome when comparing treatment options in the management of lower limb ischemia.
Morgan, Mark B.F. +3 more
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Effects of Pilates on health and well-being of women: a systematic review
Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy, 2023 Background Pilates (Contrology) is a mind–body exercise that emphasises strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture, and breathing. Pilates can be practised in a variety of methods, including using various equipment and one’s own body ...
Afsha Parveen +2 more
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Review of Lipid-Lowering Therapy in Women from Reproductive to Postmenopausal Years
Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine, 2022 Although cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in women, cardiovascular risk factors remain underrecognized and undertreated. Hyperlipidemia is one of the leading modifiable risk factors for CVD.
Celeste Witting +2 more
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Type 2 diabetes: evidence-based medicine approach to glucose-lowering therapy
Медицинский совет, 2021 Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a serious medical and social problem. The danger of the disease is associated with epidemic growth rates and chronic complications, leading to early disability, decreased quality of life and mortality.
E. V. Biryukova +2 more
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NON-GENETIC FACTORS INFLUENCING INTERNAL EGG QUALITY TRAITS IN CHICKEN: A REVIEW [PDF]
Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, 2022 Poultry eggs are used as breakfast meals in every corner of the world due to its easy availability and affordability; majorly being a rich source of protein.
Supral A., Surya P.S.
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Quality of life at the dead sea region: the lower the better? an observational study [PDF]
Health and Quality of Life Outcomes, 2011 The Dead Sea region, the lowest in the world at 410 meters below sea level, is considered a potent climatotherapy center for the treatment of different chronic diseases.To assess the prevalence of chronic diseases and the quality of life of residents of the Dead Sea region compared with residents of the Ramat Negev region, which has a similar climate ...
Friger Michael +8 more
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Patient-reported outcomes measures and patient preferences for minimally invasive glaucoma surgical devices. [PDF]
, 2020 BackgroundMany therapeutic options are available to glaucoma patients. One recent therapeutic option is minimally invasive glaucoma surgical (MIGS) devices. It is unclear how patients view different treatments and which patient-reported outcomes would be
George Spaeth +17 more
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Current Knowledge and Attitudes Concerning Cost-Effectiveness in Glaucoma Pharmacotherapy: A Glaucoma Specialists Focus Group Study. [PDF]
, 2020 Background:Rising healthcare costs motivate continued cost-reduction efforts. To help lower costs associated with open-angle glaucoma (OAG), a prevalent, progressive disease with substantial direct and indirect costs, clinicians need to understand the ...
Cioffi, George A +4 more
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