A randomized controlled study of the effect of ifenprodil on alcohol use in patients with alcohol dependence
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DOI: 10.1002/npr2.12001
Abstract: This prospective, randomized, controlled, raterâblinded study investigated the effect of G proteinâactivated inwardly rectifying potassium (GIRK) channel inhibitor ifenprodil on alcohol use in patients with alcohol dependence. read more here.
Keywords: randomized controlled; patients alcohol; use patients; ifenprodil alcohol ... See more keywords
Effect of Disturbances of Zinc and Copper on the Physical and Mental Health Status of Patients with Alcohol Dependence
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DOI: 10.1007/s12011-017-1113-0
Abstract: The concentrations of copper and zinc in the tissues of alcohol-addicted people can significantly correlate with the variables describing their mental state. Studies on the homeostasis of zinc in alcohol-dependent patients have often been characterized… read more here.
Keywords: patients alcohol; zinc; copper; dependent patients ... See more keywords
Increased risk of peripheral arterial disease in patients with alcohol intoxication: A population-based retrospective cohort study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.alcohol.2017.06.003
Abstract: Previous studies have reported that light-to-moderate drinkers have a lower risk of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) than abstainers, and that heavy drinking increases the risk of PAD. However, reports of the effects of severe alcohol… read more here.
Keywords: risk; patients alcohol; alcohol intoxication; intoxication ... See more keywords
Using clinical decision support through the electronic medical record to increase prescribing of high-dose parenteral thiamine in hospitalized patients with alcohol use disorder.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jsat.2019.01.017
Abstract: BACKGROUND Patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD) are at an increased risk of developing Wernicke's encephalopathy (WE), a devastating and difficult diagnosis caused by thiamine deficiency. Even as AUD is present in up to 25%… read more here.
Keywords: patients alcohol; increase; group; thiamine ... See more keywords
The nonlinear association between HbA1c and cognitive impairment in patients with alcohol use disorder.
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DOI: 10.1080/10550887.2022.2120791
Abstract: Background: Extensive research has indicated that higher levels of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) are associated with poor cognitive performance regardless of the presence of diabetes. To our knowledge, the association between HbA1c levels and cognitive decline… read more here.
Keywords: hba1c; cognitive impairment; patients alcohol; alcohol use ... See more keywords
Association between abdominal aortic aneurysms and alcohol-related diseases
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000022968
Abstract: Abstract Heterogeneous associations exist between alcohol consumption and the initial presentation of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Studies regarding the association between abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) and alcohol consumption are still limited and controversial. We hypothesize that… read more here.
Keywords: related diseases; patients alcohol; alcohol related; association abdominal ... See more keywords
Determination of MoCA Cutoff Score in Patients with Alcohol Use Disorders
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DOI: 10.1111/acer.13547
Abstract: BACKGROUND The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score is a convenient and promising tool for estimating alcoholic patients' global cognitive functioning, a major challenge for all specialized alcohol treatment centers. However, whether or not the score… read more here.
Keywords: use; moca score; patients alcohol; score ... See more keywords
Examining the Attitudes of Non-Psychiatric Practicing Healthcare Workers Towards Patients With Alcohol Problems in General Hospital Setting
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DOI: 10.1177/11782218211065755
Abstract: Background and objectives: Problematic alcohol-use affect the physical and mental well-being of hospitalised individuals and may receive screening and brief-intervention during treatment. Non-psychiatric doctors and nurses might respond inadequately due to negative attitudes and beliefs.… read more here.
Keywords: attitudes non; alcohol problems; patients alcohol; non psychiatric ... See more keywords
Are German family practitioners and psychiatrists sufficiently trained to diagnose and treat patients with alcohol problems?
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DOI: 10.1186/s12875-019-1006-8
Abstract: BackgroundHarmful alcohol consumption in Germany is a serious public health problem: About 7.7 million adults in Germany can be classified as risky alcohol consumers, about 74,000 deaths per year are related to alcohol consumption, and… read more here.
Keywords: alcohol problems; patients alcohol; treat patients; family ... See more keywords
Predictors of leaving against medical advice in patients with alcohol-related hepatitis
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DOI: 10.20524/aog.2022.0738
Abstract: Background Alcohol-related hepatitis is one of the most severe manifestations of alcohol-related liver disease and has been associated with significant morbidity, mortality and financial burden. Patients with alcohol use disorders are at risk of leaving… read more here.
Keywords: related hepatitis; alcohol related; medical advice; patients alcohol ... See more keywords
Increased mortality in patients with alcohol-induced pancreatitis during the COVID-19 pandemic
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DOI: 10.20524/aog.2022.0769
Abstract: Background COVID-19 pandemic affected millions of people worldwide. Alcohol consumption increased during the pandemic, leading to rising numbers of cases of alcohol-related pancreatitis. We aimed to assess the mortality of alcohol-induced pancreatitis during the COVID-19… read more here.
Keywords: mortality; covid pandemic; alcohol induced; patients alcohol ... See more keywords