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Serum inflammatory markers nt-probnp, hs-crp and il-6 predict disease severity and mortality in severe community-acquired pneumonia: A propensity score matching study [PDF]

Journal of Medical Biochemistry
Background: This study aimed to evaluate the involvement of serum inflammatory markers— N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP), hypersensitive-C reactive protein (hs-CRP), and interleukin-6 (IL-6) - in the pathological progression of severe
Liu Tong, Xi Wei, Wulijie Bayaer, Qiu Lingyun, Shuai Jianjun, Yang Fan, Wang Xingang, Zhang Junwei   +7 more
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Death after discharge among children living with HIV admitted with suspected sepsis in Uganda: A secondary analysis of two prospective observational studies

HIV Medicine, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Children living with HIV in low‐income countries contribute disproportionately to death after hospital discharge. This study investigates the effect of HIV on post‐discharge mortality and readmission by exploring a wide range of clinical, maternal and socioeconomic variables.
O. Mackenzie, C. Zhang, N. Kissoon, N. Ford, N. Sugandhi, E. Kumbakumba, J. Kabakyenga, C. Komugisha, N. K. Mugisha, M. O. Wiens   +9 more
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Problems of choosing antimicrobial therapy in young children with community-acquired pneumonia

Медицинский вестник Юга России
Objective: to analyze the prescribed antimicrobial therapy in young children with non-severe community-acquired pneumonia. Materials and methods: a sample of 219 young children with community-acquired pneumonia admitted to the pediatric department of the
Z. A. Shangareeva, R. M. Faizullina, A. V. Sannikova, A. F. Mananova, O. L. Berezina, O. V. Islamgulova, L. V. Pererva, A. V. Larina   +7 more
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Legionella pneumophila pneumonia in South Eastern Sydney: diagnosis, prognosis and public health outcomes

Internal Medicine Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Legionellosis causes more severe disease than other aetiologies of community‐acquired pneumonia (CAP). Early recognition and treatment of Legionella pneumonia reduce mortality. Urinary antigen testing (UAT) has facilitated rapid and reliable diagnosis of Legionella pneumonia. Aims The aims of this study were as follows: (i) identify
Sue Qian, Nickson Ning, Kelli Snyders, Misha Klingstrom, Pam Konecny, Vicky Sheppeard, Rachael Roberts, Georgia Shimmin, Robert Stevens, Richard Sullivan   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nonlinear main components of the cytokine profile in children with community-acquired pneumonia

Медицинская иммунология
Cytokines are the key mediators which control and regulate immune and inflammatory responses via complex networks and serve as biomarkers of many diseases.
N. V. Iziurova, D. Yu. Nokhrin, A. Yu. Savochkina, A. N. Uzunova   +3 more
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Are hospitalised acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease cases notified to the Western Australian Register in the Pilbara region? A retrospective review, 2016–2023

Internal Medicine Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD) are prevalent among First Nations peoples in Australia. In Western Australia (WA), notification of ARF and RHD to the WA RHD register is mandatory and supports follow‐up care.
Aung Du, Ingrid Stacey, Judith M. Katzenellenbogen, Pauline Glasson, Sharon Lockyer, Emma Corpus, Simon Slota‐Kan   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Advancing Emergency Nursing Care Through International Collaboration and Behaviour Change Theory

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim In this paper, the development of an evidence‐informed, data‐driven strategy for implementation of the HIRAID emergency nursing framework in Thailand is reported. HIRAID stands for History including Infection risk, Red flags, Assessment, Interventions, Diagnostics, reassessment and communication.
Julie Considine, Phornsawan Chuajedton, Chittraphorn Suthipong, Warangkhana Dhuvakham, Sophit Wiangosot, Nantanit van Gulik, Kriangsak Pintatham, Ramon Z. Shaban, Kate Curtis   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Wearable Electronic Monitoring of Vital Signs in Hospitalised Adults: A Nursing Focused Scoping Review of Clinical, Economic and Implementation Outcomes

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To synthesise evidence on wearable devices for continuous vital signs monitoring in adult hospital inpatients, focusing on clinical effectiveness, nursing perspectives, workflow impact, patient experience and resource implications. Design Scoping review.
Sian Myfanwy Shaw, Sophie Bethan Shaw, Gillian Janes   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Patients', Relatives' and Healthcare Professionals' Experiences and Perceptions of Raising Concerns About Acute Deterioration: A Qualitative Case Study

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim To explore adult patients', relatives', and healthcare professionals' experiences of acute deterioration and perceptions of patient/family involvement in raising concerns. Design A collective case study underpinned by implementation science.
Aidín McKinney, Donna Fitzsimons, Bronagh Blackwood, Jennifer McGaughey   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nursing Work Environments and Patient Safety in Older Adults: A Scoping Review of Their Intricate Relationship, Definitions and Theoretical Frameworks

Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim(s) To identify and map the relationship between nursing work environments and patient safety for older adults ≥ 65. Design Scoping review and consultation exercise. Methods Systematic searches of five databases were conducted in 2022, 2024 and 2026. Two reviewers independently screened titles/abstracts and subsequently by full‐text review.
Trine Vintersborg, Pelle Korsbæk Sørensen, Lene Halling Hastrup, Lise Marie Thorsboe, Bibi Hølge‐Hazelton, Lene Lauge Berring   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source