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  1. Book: The Enterobacteria

    Janda, J. Michael / Abbott, Sharon L.

    2006  

    Author's details J. Michael Janda ; Sharon L. Abbott
    Keywords Enterobacteriaceae
    Language English
    Size IX, 411 S. : Ill., graph. Darst.
    Edition 2. ed.
    Publisher ASM Press
    Publishing place Washington DC
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Book
    HBZ-ID HT014877010
    ISBN 978-1-55581-342-0 ; 1-55581-342-9
    Database Catalogue ZB MED Medicine, Health

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  2. Article ; Online: A preliminary evaluation of N-acetylcysteine's effects on patient adherence to treatment for cocaine use disorder.

    Schechter, Jake / Brown, Geoffrey W / Janda, Maria

    The mental health clinician

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 4–10

    Abstract: Introduction: Cocaine use disorder (CUD) is a disabling disease associated with high rates of relapse and intense cravings. Patients with CUD struggle to adhere to treatment, which contributes to relapse and frequent readmissions to residential rehab ( ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Cocaine use disorder (CUD) is a disabling disease associated with high rates of relapse and intense cravings. Patients with CUD struggle to adhere to treatment, which contributes to relapse and frequent readmissions to residential rehab (RR) facilities. Preliminary studies suggest that N-acetylcysteine (NAC) attenuates cocaine-induced neuroplasticity and, therefore, may assist with cocaine abstinence and adherence to treatment.
    Methods: This retrospective cohort study obtained data from 20 RR facilities across Western New York. Eligible subjects were 18 or older, diagnosed with CUD, and were divided based on their exposure to 1200 mg NAC twice daily during RR. The primary outcome was treatment adherence measured by outpatient treatment attendance rates (OTA). Secondary outcomes included length of stay (LOS) in RR and craving severity on a 1 to 100 visual analog scale.
    Results: One hundred eighty-eight (N = 188) patients were included in this investigation: NAC, n = 90; control, n = 98. NAC did not significantly impact OTA (% appointments attended), NAC 68%; control 69%, (
    Discussion: In this study, NAC did not impact treatment adherence but was associated with a significantly longer LOS in RR for patients with CUD. Owing to limitations, these results may not be applicable to the general population. More rigorous studies examining NAC's impact on treatment adherence in CUD are warranted.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2168-9709
    ISSN (online) 2168-9709
    DOI 10.9740/mhc.2023.02.004
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  3. Article ; Online: A Review of the Industrial Importance, Common Bacterial Diseases, and Zoonotic Risks of Freshwater Aquarium Fish.

    Duman, Muhammed / Satıcıoğlu, Izzet Burçin / Janda, J Michael

    Vector borne and zoonotic diseases (Larchmont, N.Y.)

    2023  Volume 24, Issue 2, Page(s) 69–85

    Abstract: Background: ...

    Abstract Background:
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Humans ; Fishes ; Fresh Water ; Bacterial Infections/veterinary ; Fish Diseases/epidemiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-22
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2047199-3
    ISSN 1557-7759 ; 1530-3667
    ISSN (online) 1557-7759
    ISSN 1530-3667
    DOI 10.1089/vbz.2023.0094
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  4. Article: Increasing prevalence of celiac disease - where to look for answers?

    Šťastná, M / Norek, A / Řádková, J / Sluková, M / Hrunka, M / Jabandžiev, P / Janda, L

    Epidemiologie, mikrobiologie, imunologie : casopis Spolecnosti pro epidemiologii a mikrobiologii Ceske lekarske spolecnosti J.E. Purkyne

    2023  Volume 72, Issue 3, Page(s) 172–183

    Abstract: Celiac disease or gluten-sensitive enteropathy is a relevant health concern in today's world. Three prerequisites need to be met to trigger the disease, namely a genetic predisposition, gluten consumption, and environmental factors. Retrospective studies ...

    Title translation Nárůst prevalence celiakie – kde hledat odpovědi?
    Abstract Celiac disease or gluten-sensitive enteropathy is a relevant health concern in today's world. Three prerequisites need to be met to trigger the disease, namely a genetic predisposition, gluten consumption, and environmental factors. Retrospective studies conducted across all age groups have ruled out the possibility that improved diagnostic methods were behind the increased prevalence. Since the genetic predisposition is more or less constant in the population, it is assumed that external factors may play a major role in this increase. Although it is generally believed that modern wheat varieties are to be blamed for the increase in gluten intolerance-related diseases, this assumption is refuted based on the analysis of the current and 100-year-old varieties. However, the increased prevalence could be related to modern lifestyles, changes in food preparation technology or composition, disruption of the intestinal barrier in viral disease, and other factors leading to intestinal dysbiosis. A possible preventive strategy in predisposed individuals could be the avoidance of gluten from the diet when ill, especially with a viral infection. This article openup a new perspective on the currently common autoimmune disease.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Celiac Disease/epidemiology ; Celiac Disease/diagnosis ; Genetic Predisposition to Disease ; Prevalence ; Retrospective Studies ; Glutens/genetics
    Chemical Substances Glutens (8002-80-0)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-23
    Publishing country Czech Republic
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1188216-5
    ISSN 1805-451X ; 1210-7913 ; 0009-0522
    ISSN (online) 1805-451X
    ISSN 1210-7913 ; 0009-0522
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  5. Article ; Online: A dynamic, multilevel process evaluation of a produce prescription program at a federally qualified health center: 2017-2021 description, implementation, and infrastructure.

    Ylitalo, Kelly R / Cox, Wendy / Janda-Thomte, Kathryn M / Walter, Katie / Gill, John / Hess, Burritt

    Translational behavioral medicine

    2024  

    Abstract: The "Food as Medicine" (FAM) movement encourages public health and medical professionals to recognize the importance of dietary patterns and food access. The purpose of this work was to describe patient and physician engagement with a produce ... ...

    Abstract The "Food as Medicine" (FAM) movement encourages public health and medical professionals to recognize the importance of dietary patterns and food access. The purpose of this work was to describe patient and physician engagement with a produce prescription (PRx) program to improve access to fresh vegetables in a healthcare setting. A Federally Qualified Health Center, regenerative farm, and academic institution partnered for the PRx program (2017-21). During harvest seasons, patients redeemed "prescriptions" for initial and "refill" produce boxes. Baseline food insecurity surveys were embedded in electronic medical records. Refill surveys assessed satisfaction and confidence. Electronic surveys to prescribing physicians assessed program knowledge, expectations, and motivations. Across 8 biannual harvests generating 9986 produce boxes, 8046 patients received prescriptions, 6227 redeemed prescriptions for ≥1 box, and 720 redeemed for ≥2 boxes. Seasonally, initial redemption rates ranged from 64.5% to 82.7%; refill rates ranged from 6.8% to 16.7%. Among participants, 70.8% sometimes/often worried food would run out and 66.7% sometimes/often ran out of food. Among those with refills, there was high satisfaction with food quality (95.8%) and variety (97.2%), and 94.2% were confident preparing meals from produce. Among physicians (n = 22), 100% self-reported adequate knowledge about PRx for patient recommendations, and 100% believed PRx had benefit for patients. Chronic conditions (77%), low socioeconomic status (64%), and food insecurity (59%) were common motivating factors for prescriptions. We demonstrated the feasibility of implementing a cross-sector, seasonal PRx program within a multisite healthcare system. More research is needed to refine implementation toward greater patient refill rates.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-20
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2586893-7
    ISSN 1613-9860 ; 1869-6716
    ISSN (online) 1613-9860
    ISSN 1869-6716
    DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibae015
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  6. Article ; Online: Systematic Review of Morbidity and Mortality Meeting Standardization: Does It Lead to Improved Professional Development, System Improvements, Clinician Engagement, and Enhanced Patient Safety Culture?

    Steel, Emily J / Janda, Monika / Jamali, Shayaun / Winning, Michelle / Dai, Bryan / Sellwood, Kylie

    Journal of patient safety

    2023  Volume 20, Issue 2, Page(s) 125–130

    Abstract: ... Morbidity and Mortality meetings (M&Ms) on learning, system improvement, clinician engagement, and ... synonyms, and subject headings to identify the major concepts of M&M meetings. Articles published between ... were mostly surveys (n = 13) and evaluated effectiveness primarily from the perspectives of M&M chairs ...

    Abstract Objectives: This systematic review sought to better understand the effect of standardized Morbidity and Mortality meetings (M&Ms) on learning, system improvement, clinician engagement, and patient safety culture.
    Methods: Three electronic databases were searched using a range of text words, synonyms, and subject headings to identify the major concepts of M&M meetings. Articles published between October 2012 (the end date of an earlier review) and February 2021 were assessed against the inclusion criteria, and thematic synthesis was conducted on the included studies.
    Results: After abstract and full-text review in Covidence, from 824 studies identified, 16 met the eligibility criteria. Studies were mostly surveys (n = 13) and evaluated effectiveness primarily from the perspectives of M&M chairs and participants, rather than assessment of objective improvement in patient outcomes. The most prevalent themes relating to the standardization of M&M processes were case selection (n = 15) and administration (n = 12). The objectives of quality improvement and education were equally prevalent (12 studies each), but several studies reported that these 2 objectives as conflicting rather than complementary. Clinician engagement, patient safety culture, and organizational governance and leadership were identified as facilitators of effective M&Ms.
    Conclusions: There is insufficient evidence to guide best practice in M&Ms, but standardized structures and processes implemented with organizational leadership and administrative support are associated with M&Ms that address objectives related to learning and system improvement. Standardization of the structures and processes of M&Ms is perceived differently depending on participants' role and discipline, and clinician engagement is critical to support a culture of safety and quality improvement.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Leadership ; Learning ; Patients ; Safety Management ; Morbidity
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-30
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Systematic Review ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2394324-5
    ISSN 1549-8425 ; 1549-8417
    ISSN (online) 1549-8425
    ISSN 1549-8417
    DOI 10.1097/PTS.0000000000001184
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  7. Article ; Online: Using the Behaviour Change Wheel to identify barriers and targeted strategies to improve adherence in randomised clinical trials: The example of MEL-SELF trial of patient-led surveillance for melanoma.

    Ackermann, Deonna M / Hersch, Jolyn K / Janda, Monika / Bracken, Karen / Turner, Robin M / Bell, Katy J L

    Contemporary clinical trials

    2024  Volume 140, Page(s) 107513

    Abstract: Background: Adherence to self-management interventions is critical in both clinical settings and trials to ensure maximal effectiveness. This study reports how the Behaviour Change Wheel may be used to assess barriers to self-management behaviours and ... ...

    Abstract Background: Adherence to self-management interventions is critical in both clinical settings and trials to ensure maximal effectiveness. This study reports how the Behaviour Change Wheel may be used to assess barriers to self-management behaviours and develop strategies to maximise adherence in a trial setting (the MEL-SELF trial of patient-led melanoma surveillance).
    Methods: The Behaviour Change Wheel was applied by (i) using the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behaviour (COMB) model informed by empirical and review data to identify adherence barriers, (ii) mapping identified barriers to corresponding intervention functions, and (iii) identifying appropriate behaviour change techniques and developing potential solutions using the APEASE (Affordability, Practicability, Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, Acceptability, Side-effects and safety, Equity) criteria.
    Results: The target adherence behaviour was defined as conducting a thorough skin self-examination and submitting images for teledermatology review. Key barriers identified included: non-engaged skin check partners, inadequate planning, time constraints, low self-efficacy, and technological difficulties. Participants' motivation was positively influenced by perceived health benefits and negatively impacted by emotional states such as anxiety and depression. We identified the following feasible interventions to support adherence: education, training, environmental restructuring, enablement, persuasion, and incentivisation. Proposed solutions included action planning, calendar scheduling, alternative dermatoscopes, optimised communication, educational resources in various formats to boost self-efficacy and motivation and optimised reminders (which will be evaluated in a Study Within A Trial (SWAT)).
    Conclusion: The Behaviour Change Wheel may be used to improve adherence in clinical trials by identifying barriers to self-management behaviours and guiding development of targeted strategies.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-26
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2182176-8
    ISSN 1559-2030 ; 1551-7144
    ISSN (online) 1559-2030
    ISSN 1551-7144
    DOI 10.1016/j.cct.2024.107513
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  8. Article: Study of Internal Stress in Conductive and Dielectric Thick Films.

    Hlina, Jiri / Reboun, Jan / Janda, Martin / Hamacek, Ales

    Materials (Basel, Switzerland)

    2022  Volume 15, Issue 23

    Abstract: This paper is focused on the study of internal stress in thick films used in hybrid microelectronics. Internal stress in thick films arises after firing and during cooling due to the differing coefficients of thermal expansion in fired film and ceramic ... ...

    Abstract This paper is focused on the study of internal stress in thick films used in hybrid microelectronics. Internal stress in thick films arises after firing and during cooling due to the differing coefficients of thermal expansion in fired film and ceramic substrates. Different thermal expansions cause deflection of the substrate and in extreme cases, the deflection can lead to damage of the substrate. Two silver pastes and two dielectric pastes, as well as their combinations, were used for the experiments, and the internal stress in the thick films was investigated using the cantilever method. Further experiments were also focused on internal stress changes during the experiment and on the influence of heat treatment (annealing) on internal stress. The results were correlated with the morphology of the fired thick films. The internal stress in the thick films was in the range of 8 to 21 MPa for metallic films and in the range from 12 to 16 MPa for dielectric films. It was verified that the cantilever method can be successfully used for the evaluation of internal stress in thick films. It was also found that the values of deflection and internal stress are not stable after firing, and they can change over time, mainly for metallic thick films.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-06
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2487261-1
    ISSN 1996-1944
    ISSN 1996-1944
    DOI 10.3390/ma15238686
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  9. Article ; Online: Prozessmanagement in der Chirurgie.

    Kahlert, C / Janda, M / Weitz, J

    Der Chirurg; Zeitschrift fur alle Gebiete der operativen Medizen

    2021  Volume 92, Issue 3, Page(s) 237–243

    Abstract: Process management is defined as the concept of identifying processes in a company or healthcare organization, analyzing them and improving productivity and efficiency. In hospitals, process management focuses on patient safety, an increase in economic ... ...

    Title translation Process management in surgery.
    Abstract Process management is defined as the concept of identifying processes in a company or healthcare organization, analyzing them and improving productivity and efficiency. In hospitals, process management focuses on patient safety, an increase in economic resources and employee satisfaction. The integration of process management into clinical pathways helps to accelerate workflows and to improve the quality of patient service. The different types of process management encompass the radical concept of process renewal (revolutionary renewal) as well as the concept of evolutionary optimization. Process management in surgery is applied to preoperative, perioperative and postoperative procedures. The development and implementation of evidence-based treatment pathways can help to standardize and structure treatment processes in a surgical department. In this context, the operating room (OR) plays a particularly central role as the most important part of the healthcare provision of perioperative services. Process management is indispensable for the utilization of an optimal OR capacity taking a maximum patient safety and the desired optimal satisfaction of employees into account. The benefits of process management in the OR area are illustrated in an exemplary case study, demonstrating how innovative process management results in an increase of the operation capacity with a simultaneous reduction in costs.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Operating Rooms
    Language German
    Publishing date 2021-01-25
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1521-0
    ISSN 1433-0385 ; 0009-4722
    ISSN (online) 1433-0385
    ISSN 0009-4722
    DOI 10.1007/s00104-020-01343-z
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  10. Article ; Online: Cervical screening uptake: A cross-sectional study of self-reported screening attitudes, behaviours and barriers to participation among South Asian immigrant women living in Australia.

    Alam, Zufishan / Ann Dean, Judith / Janda, Monika

    Women's health (London, England)

    2022  Volume 18, Page(s) 17455057221096240

    Abstract: Introduction: Cervical cancer remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality among women from low and lower middle-income countries, as well as underserved population subgroups in high-income countries. Migration from South Asia to Australia has ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Cervical cancer remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality among women from low and lower middle-income countries, as well as underserved population subgroups in high-income countries. Migration from South Asia to Australia has increased over the last decade, and immigrant women from this region have been reported as a subgroup, with less than optimal cervical screening participation in Australia. This study examined cervical screening uptake and associated behavioural attitudes among South Asian immigrant women living in Queensland Australia.
    Methods: A cross-sectional, Internet-based survey was used to collect data from a convenience sample of 148 South Asian women living in Queensland. The main outcome measure was receipt of cervical screening test ever (yes/no) and its recency (within 2 years/more than 2 years). The survey also examined participants' views on barriers towards screening and ways to enhance it.
    Results: Of 148 women who completed the survey, 55.4% (n = 82) reported ever having a cervical screening test before and 43.9% (n = 65) reported having it in previous two years. Not having a previous cervical screening test was significantly associated with duration of stay in Australia for less than five years, not having access to a regular general practitioner (GP), not being employed, having low cervical cancer knowledge level and not knowing if cervical screening test is painful or not. Most commonly reported barriers to screening uptake included considering oneself not at risk, lack of time and lack of information. The most favoured strategy among participants was encouragement by GP and awareness through social media advertisements.
    Conclusion: This study provided insights into factors that need consideration when developing future targeted interventions.
    MeSH term(s) Cross-Sectional Studies ; Early Detection of Cancer ; Emigrants and Immigrants ; Female ; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice ; Humans ; Male ; Mass Screening ; Self Report ; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms/diagnosis ; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms/prevention & control
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-05
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2274503-8
    ISSN 1745-5065 ; 1745-5057
    ISSN (online) 1745-5065
    ISSN 1745-5057
    DOI 10.1177/17455057221096240
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