Publications by authors named "E Bateman"
Optimal reporting of outcomes is critical for the interpretation of research findings. This review aimed to examine the utilization of outcome measures (OMs) in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of moderate to severe TBI (MSTBI). Systematic searches were conducted up to December 2022 in MEDLINE, PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, EMBASE and PsycINFO, in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: To evaluate cardiometabolic disease (CMD) in outpatients with spinal cord injury/disease (SCI/D). The study aims were to (1) estimate the prevalence of CMD risk factors in a cohort of Canadian adults with SCI/D; (2) assess whether the frequency of CMD screening aligns with evidence-based guidelines; and (3) gain a preliminary understanding of the barriers to CMD screening and/or treatment within a rehabilitation program setting.
Design: Quality improvement initiative involving chart review extracting the presence of and frequency of screening for four CMD risk factors (obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus).
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- Spirometry is a test used to evaluate lung function by comparing it to normal levels in healthy non-smokers, focusing on metrics like forced vital capacity (FVC) and the FEV/FVC ratio.
- The study analyzed data from over 14,000 participants aged 40 and older across 41 sites, revealing regional differences in FVC tied to factors like age and height, categorized into four regions: Europe/richer countries, Near East, Africa, and Far East.
- Findings showed significant regional variations in FVC values between men and women, particularly in Europe compared to the Far East, but minimal differences in the FEV/FVC ratio across regions.
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- There are currently no specific guidelines for screening osteoporosis in individuals who have experienced a stroke, despite their increased risk of fractures.
- A scoping review assessed existing literature and found only eight relevant articles, with most studies showing screening rates below 10%.
- The review highlights the necessity for tailored osteoporosis screening guidelines and risk assessment tools specifically designed for post-stroke patients.
To characterize randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of pharmacological interventions (prescription medications, nonprescription medications, and supplements) for the management of moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (MSTBI). Systematic searches were conducted in MEDLINE, PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, EMBASE, and PsycINFO for RCTs up to December 2022 inclusive in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Inclusion criteria were RCT study design; participants' mean age ≥ 18 years and ≥ 50% had MSTBI; examined ≥ 1 pharmacological intervention(s), either alone or in combination with other interventions.
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