scholarly journals AYURVEDA SAMHITHA BASED LITERATURE REVIEW ON JWARA AND RELEVANCE OF JWARA CENTERED APPROACH IN MANAGEMENT OF COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 2522-2526
Author(s):  
Visakh V ◽  
Soumya Saraswathi M
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Emerging Diseases ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Major Disease

Pyrexia (fever) is one of the prevalent symptoms in COVID-19. Many studies show that more than half of infected patients are suffering from fever. In Ayurveda Jwara (fever) is considered a major disease that needed to be care- fully evaluated and managed. Thus, an Ayurveda Samhithas based literature review on Jwara can shape a better understanding and management approach for Jwara. A retrospective literature review with Jwara based on Sam- hithas can enhance the approach and treatment strategies, which can repurpose with any emerging diseases. A Jwara chikitsa approach towards COVID-19 may provide better understanding and outcomes in the current disease man- agement strategies. Keywords: Jwara, COVID-19, Jwara Chikitsa.

scholarly journals The Concept of ‘Roadmapping Service’: Exploring Customer Perspectives of Roadmapping through the Service Lens

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 3101-3110
Author(s):  
Maicon Gouvea Oliveira ◽  
Michele Routley ◽  
Robert Phaal ◽  
Glauco Henrique Sousa Mendes
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Innovation Planning

AbstractRoadmapping has been addressed as a management approach used to support strategic and innovation planning of organisations over recent decades. This paper introduces a new standpoint for addressing roadmapping through the application of service theories as a way for tackling the demand for the digitalisation of roadmapping. To this end, the concept of roadmapping as a service offer is developed and employed to analyse three customer perspectives of roadmapping: owners and sponsors, team members, and facilitators. Based on a literature review and interviews with roadmapping experts, customer jobs, pains, and gains are described for each of the perspectives. In the end, the paper provides insights for the understanding of the concept of roadmapping service and opens opportunities for further theoretical and empirical developments around this new path. These results are part of a broader research project exploring the digitalisation of roadmapping.

Systematic review of surveillance systems and methods for early detection of exotic, new and re-emerging diseases in animal populations

2014 ◽  
Vol 143 (10) ◽  
pp. 2018-2042 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. RODRÍGUEZ-PRIETO ◽  
M. VICENTE-RUBIANO ◽  
A. SÁNCHEZ-MATAMOROS ◽  
C. RUBIO-GUERRI ◽  
M. MELERO ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Emerging Diseases ◽  
Detection Methods ◽  
Surveillance Systems ◽  
Animal Populations ◽  
Globalized World

SUMMARYIn this globalized world, the spread of new, exotic and re-emerging diseases has become one of the most important threats to animal production and public health. This systematic review analyses conventional and novel early detection methods applied to surveillance. In all, 125 scientific documents were considered for this study. Exotic (n = 49) and re-emerging (n = 27) diseases constituted the most frequently represented health threats. In addition, the majority of studies were related to zoonoses (n = 66). The approaches found in the review could be divided in surveillance modalities, both active (n = 23) and passive (n = 5); and tools and methodologies that support surveillance activities (n = 57). Combinations of surveillance modalities and tools (n = 40) were also found. Risk-based approaches were very common (n = 60), especially in the papers describing tools and methodologies (n = 50). The main applications, benefits and limitations of each approach were extracted from the papers. This information will be very useful for informing the development of tools to facilitate the design of cost-effective surveillance strategies. Thus, the current literature review provides key information about the advantages, disadvantages, limitations and potential application of methodologies for the early detection of new, exotic and re-emerging diseases.

scholarly journals Relaxation therapy as a treatment for tics in patients with Tourette syndrome: a systematic literature review

2019 ◽  
Vol 41 (5) ◽  
pp. 1011-1017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Florence Tilling ◽  
Andrea E. Cavanna
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Tourette Syndrome ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Relaxation Therapy ◽  
Behavioural Treatment ◽  
Study Protocols ◽  
Small Sample Sizes ◽  
Meta Analyses

Abstract Background Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by the presence of multiple motor and phonic tics, often associated with co-morbid behavioural problems. Tics can be modulated by environmental factors and are characteristically exacerbated by psychological stress, among other factors. This observation has led to the development of specific behavioural treatment strategies, including relaxation therapy. Objective This review aimed to assess the efficacy of relaxation therapy to control or reduce tic symptoms in patients with TS. Methods We conducted a systematic literature review of original studies on the major scientific databases, including Medline, EMBASE, and PsycInfo, according to the standards outlined in the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Outcomes measures included both tic severity and tic frequency. Results Our literature search identified three controlled trials, with a total number of 40 participants (range: 6–18 participants). In all three studies, relaxation therapy decreased the severity and/or the frequency of tic symptoms. However, the only trial comparing relaxation therapy to two other behavioural techniques found relaxation therapy to be the least effective intervention, as it reduced the number of tics by 32% compared to 44% with self-monitoring and 55% with habit reversal. Discussion The results of this systematic literature review provide initial evidence for the use of relaxation therapy as a behavioural treatment intervention for tics in patients with TS. Caution is needed in the interpretation of these findings, because the reviewed trials had small sample sizes and there was high heterogeneity across the study protocols.

scholarly journals The Incidence of Pars Interarticularis Defects in Athletes

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-101 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel Tawfik ◽  
Kevin Phan ◽  
Ralph J. Mobbs ◽  
Prashanth J. Rao
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Good Evidence ◽  
Targeted Prevention ◽  
Table Tennis ◽  
Ovid Medline ◽  
Cochrane Database ◽  
Pars Interarticularis

Study Design: Literature review. Objective: To conduct a literature review of studies reporting the incidence of pars interarticularis defects in athletes of specific sports, in order to allow more targeted prevention and treatment strategies to be implemented for the groups at highest risk. Methods: Electronic searches were performed using PubMed, Ovid Medline, EMBASE, Google Scholar, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and Cochrane Database of Controlled Trials from their dates of inception to September 2017, with the following keywords: “spondylolysis,” “sports,” “low back pain,” and “pars defects.” Results: A total of 509 total articles were retrieved, of which 114 were used in the final review. The incidence of pars interarticularis defects was found to be highest in diving (35.38%), cricket (31.97%), baseball/softball (26.91%), rugby (22.22%), weightlifting (19.49%), sailing (17.18%), table tennis (15.63%), and wrestling (14.74%). Only 5 studies reported the management instituted for their participants, and these were all case reports. Of 74 players with spondylolysis in these studies, 70 (94.59%) underwent conservative treatment and 4 (5.41%) underwent surgical treatment. 61 (82.43%) returned to their previous level of play, 6 (8.11%) retired, and the disposition of the final 7 was not reported. Conclusion: The current medical literature provides good evidence that the incidence of pars interarticularis defects is higher in the athletic population, with the highest incidence in diving. There remains no gold standard protocol for the management of pars interarticularis defects. Further research is required to compare conservative therapy to surgical therapy and to compare the various surgical techniques to each other.

Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies for Vaginitis: A Literature Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-144
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Armstrong ◽  
Virginia Weisz
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Bacterial Vaginosis ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Current Treatment ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Controlled Trials ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Research Guidelines ◽  
Missed Diagnosis

A literature review of vaginitis to identify relevance and gaps in diagnosis and treatment. Missed diagnosis in primary care and poor self-diagnosis leads to many women who are left untreated or treated inappropriately. The objective of this article is to review best diagnostic means of vaginitis and the current treatment recommendations for bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis, and trichomoniasis. A search of literature using Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), PubMed, and MEDLINE was limited to articles published between 1996 and 2014 and included original research, guidelines, and synthesis. Studies varied in quality and design, but several were randomized controlled trials.

scholarly journals Ulnar Nerve Injury as a Result of Galeazzi Fracture: A Case Report and Literature Review

Hand ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. NP162-NP165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Roettges ◽  
Tolga Turker
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Nerve Repair ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Fracture Dislocation ◽  
Nerve Function ◽  
Nerve Transection ◽  
Galeazzi Fracture ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Palsy

Background: Sparse documentation of Galeazzi fracture with associated nerve injury exists in the medical literature. The purpose of this report is to review the available literature in regard to incidence, nerve injury type, treatment strategies, and expected outcomes. Methods: We present a classic Galeazzi fracture dislocation with associated complete ulnar nerve transection injury at the level of the wrist. After rigid internal bony stabilization, allograft nerve repair was performed. The patient’s presentation, operative management, recovery, and a thorough literature review are discussed. Results: Fracture union was attained with near full wrist and elbow range of motion. Despite lack of ulnar nerve function return, the patient was able to resume manual labor occupation. Conclusions: Despite its close proximity to the dislocating distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ), thorough review reveals rare associated ulnar nerve palsy. If there is suspicion for nerve injury in the setting of open DRUJ dislocation, the nerve should be explored to identify possible entrapment or transection. Literature supports likely return of nerve function in cases of intact nerve; however, management of nerve transection remains debatable.

Current evidence for a strategic approach to the management of rheumatoid arthritis with disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs: a systematic literature review informing the EULAR recommendations for the management of rheumatoid arthritis

2010 ◽  
Vol 69 (6) ◽  
pp. 987-994 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Knevel ◽  
M Schoels ◽  
T W J Huizinga ◽  
D Aletaha ◽  
G R Burmester ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Clinical Outcome ◽  
Physical Function ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Structural Damage ◽  
Task Force ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Eular Recommendations

ObjectivesTo perform a systematic literature review of effective strategies for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).MethodsAs part of a European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) Task Force investigation, a literature search was carried out from January 1962 until February 2009 in PubMed/Ovid Embase/Cochrane and EULAR/American College of Rheumatism (ACR)) abstracts (2007/2008) for studies with a treatment strategy adjusted to target a predefined outcome. Articles were systematically reviewed and clinical outcome, physical function and structural damage were compared between intensive and less intensive strategies. The results were evaluated by an expert panel to consolidate evidence on treatment strategies in RA.ResultsThe search identified two different kinds of treatment strategies: strategies in which the reason for treatment adjustment differed between the study arms (‘steering strategies’, n=13) and strategies in which all trial arms used the same clinical outcome to adjust treatment with different pharmacological treatments (‘medication strategies’, n=7). Both intensive steering strategies and intensive medication strategies resulted in better outcome than less intensive strategies in patients with early active RA.ConclusionIntensive steering strategies and intensive medication strategies produce a better clinical outcome, improved physical function and less structural damage than conventional steering or treatment. Proof in favour of any steering method is lacking and the best medication sequence is still not known.

scholarly journals Pharmacological Acute Migraine Treatment Strategies: Choosing the Right Drug for a Specific Patient

2013 ◽  
Vol 40 (S3) ◽  
pp. S33-S62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irene Worthington ◽  
Tamara Pringsheim ◽  
Marek J. Gawel ◽  
Jonathan Gladstone ◽  
Paul Cooper ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Drug Efficacy ◽  
Migraine Treatment ◽  
Acute Migraine ◽  
Review Section ◽  
Specific Patient ◽  
Medical Disorders ◽  
Acute Medication ◽  
Acute Migraine Treatment

ABSTRACT:Background:In our targeted review (Section 2), 12 acute medications received a strong recommendation for use in acute migraine therapy while four received a weak recommendation for use. Strong recommendations were made to avoid use of two other medications, except for exceptional circumstances. Two anti-emetics received strong recommendations for use as needed.Objective:To organize the available acute migraine medications into acute migraine treatment strategies in order to assist the practitioner in choosing a specific medication(s) for an individual patient.Methods:Acute migraine treatment strategies were developed based on the targeted literature review used for the development of this guideline (Section 2), and a general literature review. Expert consensus groups were used to refine and validate these strategies.Results:Based on evidence for drug efficacy, drug side effects, migraine severity, and coexistent medical disorders, our analysis resulted in the formulation of eight general acute migraine treatment strategies. These could be grouped into four categories: 1) two mild-moderate attack strategies, 2) two moderate-severe attack or NSAID failure strategies, 3) three refractory migraine strategies, and 4) a vasoconstrictor unresponsive-contraindicated strategy. In addition, strategies were developed for menstrual migraine, migraine during pregnancy, and migraine during lactation. The eight general treatment strategies were coordinated with a “combined acute medication approach” to therapy which used features of both the “stratified” and the “step care across attacks” approaches to acute migraine management.Conclusions:The available medications for acute migraine treatment can be organized into a series of strategies based on patient clinical features. These strategies may help practitioners make appropriate acute medication choices for patients with migraine.

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