Publications by authors named "I Kuhn"
Objective: To use behavioural science frameworks to synthesise evidence on the factors influencing physical activity of patients hospitalised after stroke outside of staff-led rehabilitation sessions.
Data Sources: A systematic review of qualitative and mixed-methods studies. MEDLINE, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and AMED were searched from inception to October 2024 for studies that explored influences on the physical activity of patients hospitalised after stroke.
Article Synopsis
- * A retrospective review of 41 patients aged 40 and older revealed that 68% sustained low-energy trauma, with most fractures being complex and classified as 'low-plane' fractures.
- * Treatment approaches included primary osteosynthesis for 62% of patients, with a 11% postoperative complication rate, highlighting the prevalence of osteoporosis among this cohort.
Background: Policy and practice encourages patients to engage in self-care, with individual patient management and remote monitoring of disease. Much is known of the moderate stage of chronic disease, without a clear understanding of how self-care applies towards the end of life.
Aim: To review the current evidence on practices of self-care in life-limiting conditions and its impacts on healthcare utilisation, quality of life and associated costs.
Biomarkers suitable for early detection of intrathoracic cancers in primary care: a systematic review.
Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev
October 2024
Intrathoracic cancers, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and thymoma, present diagnostic challenges in primary care. Biomarkers could resolve some challenges. We synthesized evidence on biomarkers performance for intrathoracic cancer detection in low-prevalence settings.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLived experience of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy: a systematic review and meta-synthesis.
Am J Obstet Gynecol MFM
November 2024
Background: Hypertensive disorders are major causes of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, affecting ∼10% pregnancies worldwide.
Objective: Understanding the lived experience of women with hypertensive disorders during pregnancy is important to inform best practice and provide holistic care.
Study Design: This is a systematic review and meta-synthesis of studies containing qualitative components relating to direct lived experience of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.