Publications by authors named "Azfar Javed"

Objectives: Vestibular schwannoma (VS) is a tumor of the vestibulocochlear nerve. Current literature indicates that 1.6% of patients undergoing magnetic resonance imaging of the internal auditory meatus (MRI IAM) for audiovestibular symptoms are diagnosed with a VS.

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Objective: Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a common complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) that can result in significant morbidity for the patient with detrimental impact on their quality of life. Evidence supporting lytic catheter-based interventions (LCBI) undertaken for early thrombus reduction in acute proximal DVT for the prevention of PTS is conflicting. Despite this, rates of LCBIs are increasing.

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Objectives: To investigate the acceptability and safety of neuromuscular stimulation (NMES) as an adjunct for rehabilitation after vascular and general surgery.

Methods And Analysis: Prospective, single-centre, single-blind, parallel group, randomised controlled study. This study will be conducted in a single-centre, secondary care setting (National Healthcare Service Hospital) in the UK.

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Objective: To identify the rate of post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) after isolated distal deep venous thrombosis (IDDVT) by performing a meta-analysis of the rate of PTS across randomised and observational studies.

Data Sources: MEDLINE, Embase, the Cochrane Controlled Trials Register, Clinicaltrials.gov, European Union Clinical Trials, International Standard Randomised Controlled Trial Number, and the Australian and New-Zealand Trials Registries.

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Objective: National guidelines in the United Kingdom have recommended regular exercise for individuals with venous leg ulceration. However, data on the effects of exercise on ulcer healing and recurrence are sparse. In the present study, we aimed to quantify the evidence for exercise regarding venous ulcer healing with respect to the primary outcomes of the proportion of healed ulcers and rate of ulcer recurrence.

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