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Showing 1 to 20 of 45 for “"obese patients"”.
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Beta-lactam antimicrobial dosing optimization in obese patients compared to non-obese patients using population pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic approach
… meropenem, and cefepime in hospitalized obese patients in order to determine dosing regimens that provide similar exposures between obese and non-obese patients. ^ For piperacillin/tazobactam, a retrospective analysis was conducted using prospectively collected serum concentration-time …
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Attitudes of Preventive Care Specialists and Registered Dietitians Toward Their Obese Patients
… registered dietitians regarding attitudes toward obese patients, to compare both groups with Canadian and American nurses previously studied, and to determine whether relationships exist between personal characteristics and attitudes toward obese patients. Questionnaires were sent to members of …
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Anti-inflammatory effect according to the maturity of Kimchi in obese patients
… to the maturity of Kimchi that was studied in obese patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Twenty-two obese patients, who’s BMI (basal metabolic index) was over 25 ㎏/㎡, did not have any fermented food including Kimchi for 2 weeks. The 22 patients then were randomly ordered two 4-week diet phases that …
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Management, and Health Status Outcomes Of Obese Patients With Symptomatic Peripheral Artery Disease: Insight From The Portrait Registry
… and health status implications of obesity in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) is unknown. Participants from The Patient-centered Outcomes Related to Treatment practices in peripheral Arterial disease: Investigating Trajectories (PORTRAIT), an international registry of patients …
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A facility-based therapeutic group programme versus usual care for weight loss in obese patients attending a district hospital in the Cape Metropole
… care on weight loss and reduction in BMI in obese patients with one or more risk factors for the development of NCDs or existing NCDs, attending a district hospital in the Cape Metropole.
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Effects and resource implications of one anastomosis gastric bypass procedure in comparison to sleeve gastrectomy and roux n y gastric bypass in obese patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
… safety of OAGB in comparison to LSG and RYGB in obese adults and children, with a view of ascertaining the optimal technique especially in resource constrained environments. Methods We searched MEDLINE (PubMed); Embase (Ovid); Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL, Cochrane Library); Web …
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Alterations in the macronutrient content of the diet and the effects on body composition, cardiovascular disease risk and the control of energy metabolism in obese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
… loss and improvements in glycaemic control in obese volunteers with poorly controlled T2DM, independently of the approach taken. The results confirm that lifestyle modification using LCHOD is effective for improving T2DM and suggest that the type of approach to the diet can be matched to an …
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Polycystic ovary syndrome : the effect of weight loss on intravenous triglyceride clearance and lipid profile
… triglyceride clearance rate and lipid profile in obese patients with PCOS.
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Healing by Example: The Influences of Medical Residents' Attitudes and Health Behaviors on their Communication Skills and Counseling Practices
The opportunity to educate obese patients on healthy lifestyle practices and address habits related to chronic disease development is present among many physician office visits, though this opportunity is often overlooked (Flocke, Stange, & Goodwin, 1998). Understanding ways to improve the medical …
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Health-Related Quality of Life, Behavior Change, and Adherence in a Weight Loss Study
… especially in regard to the growing number of obese patients. Treating obesity has proven problematic largely due to non-adherence to behavioral treatment recommendations. Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) has received little attention as a possible correlate of health behavior change and …
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Patient Descriptions About Weight Loss Surgery Education Practices
… surgery (WLS) is a surgical option that can help obese patients achieve a healthy bodyweight when combined with behavioral lifestyle changes. Patients who struggle with adhering to postoperative regimens are more likely to experience weight recidivism approximately one year after WLS. Nationally …
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Psychological Profiles in a Female Bariatric Surgery Sample
… to the clinicians who work with morbidly obese patients who seek bariatric surgery as the method for weight control. Surgery should be performed on patients who are psychologically ready to adjust to the stringent post-operative lifestyle.</p> <p>The purpose of the present study was (1) to …
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Comparison of Obesity Bias, Attitudes, and Beliefs among Undergraduate Dietetic Students, Dietetic Interns, and Practicing Registered Dietitians
… the majority of Americans are overweight or obese, prejudice and weight bias continue to be prevalent and socially accepted in a culture that tolerates discrimination towards these individuals. Health care providers, including registered dietitians, are not exempt from instigating bias …
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Association Between Obesity and Therapeutic Goal Attianment in Patients with Concomitant Hypertension and Dyslipidemia
… attainment and medication utilization pattern in patients with concomitant hypertension and dyslipidemia, specifically comparing obese versus non-obese patients. Methods: GE Centricity EMR database containing data from 2004-2011 was utilized. 9,086 patients diagnosed with concomitant hypertension …
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Viral Delivery of the Fat-1 Gene to Treat Post-Traumatic Arthritis with Diet-Induced Obesity
… alpha (TNF-α,) are more elevated than in non-obese individuals. The role of fatty acids, obesity, and PTA has been examined, with omega-3 fatty acids showing promise as an anti-inflammatory after injury due to its ability to suppress IL-1 and TNF-α. Due to the difficulty in switching patients’ …
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A new concept and its application for protein sparing therapies during semi-starvation
… Losses in lean body mass were prevented in obese patients undergoing prolonged periods of acute weight reduction and considerably reduced or even suppress losses in patients supported only by peripheral intravenous infusions. These investigations, hopefully, will provide improvements in …
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Evaluation of massive weight loss body contouring
… therapeutic benefit in bariatric surgery for obese patients. Consequently the National Institute of Clinical Excellence UK has provided referral guidelines for bariatric surgery. Successful bariatric surgery will result in massive weight loss and ptotic skin, which can cause significant …
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