Annals of internal medicine
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
A computerized handheld decision-support system to improve pulmonary embolism diagnosis: a randomized trial.
Testing for pulmonary embolism often differs from that recommended by evidence-based guidelines. ⋯ A handheld decision-support system improved diagnostic decision making for patients with suspected pulmonary embolism in the emergency department.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Two self-management interventions to improve hypertension control: a randomized trial.
Fewer than 40% of persons with hypertension in the United States have adequate blood pressure (BP) control. ⋯ Combined home BP monitoring and tailored behavioral telephone intervention improved BP control, systolic BP, and diastolic BP at 24 months relative to usual care. .
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of a short course of eszopiclone on continuous positive airway pressure adherence: a randomized trial.
Adherence to short-term continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) may predict long-term use. Unfortunately, initial CPAP intolerance may lead to poor adherence or abandonment of therapy. ⋯ Compared with placebo, a short course of eszopiclone during the first 2 weeks of CPAP improved adherence and led to fewer patients discontinuing therapy.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Effect of fluticasone with and without salmeterol on pulmonary outcomes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a randomized trial.
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICSs) and long-acting beta(2)-agonists (LABAs) are used to treat moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ⋯ ICS therapy decreases inflammation and can attenuate decline in lung function in steroid-naive patients with moderate to severe COPD. Adding LABAs does not enhance these effects. .
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Facemasks and hand hygiene to prevent influenza transmission in households: a cluster randomized trial.