Scandinavian journal of primary health care
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Scand J Prim Health Care · Mar 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative StudyClinical and bacteriological outcome of different doses and duration of pivmecillinam compared with placebo therapy of uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection in women: the LUTIW project.
To analyse associations between symptoms and bacteriuria in uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection in women (LUTIW) and to evaluate outcome of therapy with three different regimens of pivmecillinam or placebo. ⋯ Symptoms are not conclusive for diagnosis of LUTIW. Pivmecillinam therapies are superior to placebo and seven days regimens are more efficient than three days. Pivmecillinam 200 mg x 2 x 7 days is recommended as a first-line therapy for LUTIW.
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Scand J Prim Health Care · Mar 2007
Evaluation of the quality of drug therapy among elderly patients in nursing homes.
To evaluate drug therapy quality among elderly nursing home residents. Secondary aims were to compare quality in young and old elderly and to determine whether number of prescribers affected quality of drug therapy. ⋯ Computerized quality assurance systems can provide support for healthcare providers. Quality indicators should be modified to give maximum support for users.