Journal of Medical Screening articles from September 2001

Journal of Medical Screening archives from September 2001

All screening is universal. (Editorial).(Brief Article)
September 22, 2001... There is often a debate over the relative benefits of universal and selective (or "targeted") screening. For example, in antenatal screening for sickle cell disease performing a blood test on all pregnant women is regarded as universal...

Prevention of early onset neonatal group B streptococcal infection. (Leading Article).
September 22, 2001... The Group B streptococcus (GBS) or Streptococcus agalactiae was first recognised as a major perinatal pathogen in the UK in the 1970s. Early onset Group B streptococcal (EOGBS) infection is now the commonest cause of neonatal sepsis in...

Long QT syndrome in children: The value of rate corrected QT interval and DNA analysis as screening tests in the general population. (Original papers).(Statistical Data Included)
September 22, 2001... Abstract Objective--To evaluate two hypothetical screening strategies for identifying children with long QT syndrome (LQTS), a cause of sudden death in childhood. Methods--Families with KVLQT1, HERG, or SCN5A genotypes provided...

Long QT syndrome in children: The value of the rate corrected QT interval in children who present with fainting.(Statistical Data Included)
September 22, 2001... Abstract Objective--A strategy was evaluated for identifying a proportion of children with long QT syndrome (LQTS) using the rate corrected QT interval (QTc) to systematically evaluate children who faint. Methods--QTc measurements and...

Cancer screening coverage of south Asian women in Wakefield. (Short Communication).(Statistical Data Included)
September 22, 2001... Abstract Objective--To measure the cervical and breast screening coverage of south Asian women in Wakefield, compared with other city residents. Design--Pairwise measurement of screening histories of women whose names appeared to be...

Model of estimated rates of colorectal cancer from polyp growth by year of surveillance.(Statistical Data Included)
September 22, 2001... Abstract Objective--Most studies show protective effects of non-steroidal anti-inflamatory drugs (NSAIDs) against polyps and colorectal cancers (CRCs) of up to 50%. Current models are unable to directly estimate changes in effects of...

A demonstration pilot trial for colorectal cancer screening in the United Kingdom: A new concept in the introduction of healthcare strategies.
September 22, 2001... It is now accepted that screening for colorectal cancer by faecal occult blood (FOB) testing can reduce disease specific mortality. In the United Kingdom, the studies which have proved most influential are the two population based randomised...

Does mammographic screening and a negative result affect attitudes towards future breast screening?(Statistical Data Included)
September 22, 2001... Abstract Objectives--To investigate the impact of an experience of a benign mammographic result on intention to seek medical help immediately in the case of breast abnormalities, and on intentions and thoughts about future participation in...

Anxiety in a cohort of Swiss women participating in a mammographic screening programme.(Statistical Data Included)
September 22, 2001... Abstract Objectives--To follow up anxiety in a cohort of women screened for breast cancer. Methods--Within the framework of a pilot screening programme for breast cancer in the Canton of Vaud (Switzerland), a cohort of 924...

Screening for ischaemic heart disease by serum homocysteine measurement. (Screening Brief).(Brief Article)
September 22, 2001... The disorder * Ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is the leading cause (responsible for at least 20%) of deaths in most Western countries. Homocysteine, IHD, and folic acid * Homocysteine is an aminoacid, a metabolite of methionine. It...