Publications by authors named "Sophia Julian"

Objectives: The aims of the study were to evaluate clinicopathologic features, management, and outcomes in vulval melanoma and to review the literature.

Materials And Methods: Data were collected retrospectively on patients with vulval melanoma from 2001 to 2017 in 5 gynecological oncology cancer centers (Bristol, Taunton, Truro, Plymouth, and Cheltenham). SPSS software was used for univariate and multivariate statistical analysis.

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Background: Despite their growing influence on patient management and outcomes, very little is known about patients' perceptions of clinical guidelines. This is a significant omission, particularly for services advocating patient-centred care and informed decision making.

Objectives: To explore the knowledge and attitudes of women with menstrual disorders towards the use of evidence-based clinical guidelines for their condition.

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Objective: To compare the value of SF36v2 versus multi-attribute utility score (MAS) for predicting treatment outcome in heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB).

Study Design: Longitudinal observational study, in an outpatient service of a large UK teaching hospital. 193 women took part.

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Background: "Referral" characterises a significant area of interaction between primary and secondary care. Despite advantages, it can be inflexible, and may lead to duplication.

Objective: To examine the outcomes of an integrated model that lends weight to general practitioner (GP)-led evidence based care.

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Objective: To study treatment outcome using the modified technique: Cavaterm plus.

Study Design: Retrospective postal questionnaire, in a large teaching hospital. One hundred and twenty-eight women with menorrhagia were treated between February 2001 and April 2003.

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