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Use of Systemic Therapies for Treatment of Psoriasis in Patients with a History of Treated Solid Tumours: Inference-Based Guidance from a Multidisciplinary Expert Panel
(2023-03-16)Abstract Background Patients with treated solid tumours (TSTs) are a highly heterogeneous population at an increased risk for malignancy compared with the general population. When ... -
A realist review of best practices and contextual factors enhancing treatment of opioid dependence in Indigenous contexts
(2023-03-17)Abstract Objectives The objective of this study was to examine international literature to identify best practices for treatment of opioid dependence in Indigenous contexts. ... -
Factors affecting implementation of patient-reported outcome and experience measures in a pediatric health system
(2023-03-09)Abstract Background The use of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and patient-reported experience measures (PREMs) in pediatric clinical practice can enhance clinical ... -
Cost Analysis of a Transition Care Bundle Compared with Usual Care for COPD Patients Being Discharged from Hospital: Evaluation of a Randomized Controlled Trial
(2023-03-11)Abstract Background Appropriate management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients following acute exacerbations can reduce the risk of future exacerbations, improve ... -
Exploring feasibility, perceptions of acceptability, and potential benefits of an 8-week yoga intervention delivered by videoconference for young adults affected by cancer: a single-arm hybrid effectiveness-implementation pilot study
(2023-03-10)Abstract Background Young adults affected by cancer face physical and psychological challenges and desire online supportive care. Yoga can be delivered online and may improve ... -
The Building Emotional Awareness and Mental health (BEAM) program developed with a community partner for mothers of infants: protocol for a feasibility randomized controlled trial
(2023-03-09)Abstract Background Drastic increases in the rates of maternal depression and anxiety have been reported since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Most programs aim to improve maternal ... -
Science fiction or clinical reality: a review of the applications of artificial intelligence along the continuum of trauma care
(2023-03-06)Abstract Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning describe a broad range of algorithm types that can be trained based on datasets to make predictions. The increasing sophistication of AI has created ... -
ICD-11: A catalyst for advancing patient safety surveillance globally
(2023-03-09)Abstract The World Health Organization’s (WHO) international classification of disease version 11 (ICD-11) contains several features which enable improved classification of patient safety events. We have ... -
Prediction of major postoperative events after non-cardiac surgery for people with kidney failure: derivation and internal validation of risk models
(2023-03-10)Abstract Background People with kidney failure often require surgery and experience worse postoperative outcomes compared to the general population, but existing risk prediction ...