Annals of internal medicine
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Comparative Study
Survival Comparison of Patients With Cystic Fibrosis in Canada and the United States: A Population-Based Cohort Study.
In 2011, the median age of survival of patients with cystic fibrosis reported in the United States was 36.8 years, compared with 48.5 years in Canada. Direct comparison of survival estimates between national registries is challenging because of inherent differences in methodologies used, data processing techniques, and ascertainment bias. ⋯ U.S. Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Cytokine Inhibition in Patients With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Randomized Trial.
Interleukin-1 (IL-1), an important proinflammatory cytokine, is suspected to play a role in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). ⋯ Interleukin Foundation and an independent donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Intradiscal Glucocorticoid Injection for Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain Associated With Active Discopathy: A Randomized Trial.
Active discopathy is associated with a specific phenotype of chronic low back pain (LBP). Local inflammation has a role in active discopathy-associated symptoms. ⋯ French Ministry of Health.