Publications by authors named "K E Barber"
Article Synopsis
- - The study explores the relationship between body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) disorders, like trichotillomania and skin picking, and anxiety disorders, finding that comorbidity is common, with notable prevalence rates for various anxiety disorders.
- - A meta-analysis of 119 studies revealed that current and lifetime prevalence rates for anxiety disorders among individuals with BFRBs are significant, such as 19.2% for generalized anxiety disorder and 27.5% for any anxiety disorder.
- - Although comorbid anxiety is frequent in BFRB cases, the correlation between anxiety severity and BFRB severity is only low to moderate, indicating a complex relationship that warrants further research and consideration in clinical practice. *
Article Synopsis
- Invasive fungal infections are common in hospitals and lead to significant health risks, affecting many patients with high rates of morbidity and mortality.
- The study aimed to identify the top 10 most influential articles from 2018 to 2023 regarding the treatment of these infections using a three-step consensus approach with expert panels.
- The final list of recommended publications focuses on treating conditions like invasive aspergillosis, candidiasis, and cryptococcosis, serving as a valuable resource for clinicians to enhance their antifungal treatment strategies.
The evolving perspective of menopause management in the United Kingdom.
Womens Health (Lond)
October 2024
Background: The use of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) was significantly reduced following the publication of the Women's Health Initiative study results and has remained low ever since. However, from 2015 onwards, the UK has seen a substantial increase in MHT prescribing compared to other European countries.
Objectives: To evaluate the factors contributing to the shift in women's and healthcare professionals' (HCPs) perception of MHT in the United Kingdom and to provide learning points for other European countries.