Objective To find individualized evidence-based treatments for a patient with lower rectal cancer. Methods Based on the clinical questions raised, evidence was collected and critically assessed. Patient preferences and physician clinical experience were also taken into consideration in the decision-making treatment. Results Twenty-four systematic reviews or meta analyses and 1 clinical guideline were included. The evidence showed that preoperative chemoradio- therapy reduces risk of local recurrence and death from rectal cancer compared to preoperative radiotherapy alone. Preoperative combined chemoradiotherapy, enhanced pathological response and improved local control in the resectable stage II and III rectal cancer. Preoperative chemoradiotherapy reduced the risk of local recurrence as compared with postoperative chemoradiotherapy. Postoperative radiotherapy alone did not improve survival for the patients with resected stage II and stage III rectal cancer, whereas either chemotherapy alone or combined chemotherapy and radiotherapy improved survival in comparison with observation. As compared with conventional radical surgery, total mesorectum excision (TME) resulted in lower postoperative local recurrence rate and higher survival rate. No significant differences in terms of disease-free survival rate, local recurrence rate, mortality, and morbidity were found between laparoscopic and open total mesorectal excision. Conclusion The patients with lower rectal cancer might benefit from preoperative chemoradiotherapy, postoperative chemotherapy, and chemoradiotherapy. TME is the standard rectal cancer surgery. However, long-term prognostic benefits need to be confirmed by further follow-up.
Objective To make an individualized administration scheme via evidence-based medicine methods, namely adding heparin into the total nutrient admixture (TNA) solution, so as to help a neonate to prevent the occlusion of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). Methods After carefully assessing the condition of neonate, this clinical issue was put forward in accordance with the PICO principles. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and systematic reviews on neonates’ PICC occlusion were collected from The Cochrane Library, CCTR, DARE, NGC, MEDLINE (Ovid) and CBM from inception to 2011. The clinical intervention scheme was finally made after the assessment of the retrieved evidence and neonate’s physiological condition. Results A total of 4 RCTs and 1 systematic review related to the issues were identified. The following scheme was finally made for the neonate through the assessment of the retrieved evidence and combination of intentions of the patient’s family members: heparin (0.5 U/mL) was added into TNA to prevent PICC occlusion. During the application, blood routine test and blood coagulation were monitored, and the catheter opening time and extubation reason were recorded. Through the above treatment, the neonate successfully completed the treatment before extubation. The time of both PICC detaining and opening was 20 days in total, and there were no PICC occlusion, no catheter thrombosis, and no catheter related bloodstream infection. Moreover, no observation showed thrombopenia and aggravated coagulation disorders resulted from heparin. Conclusion The evidence-based medicine method is an effective way to make reasonable heparin scheme for neonate, so as to prevent PICC occlusion, reduce catheter thrombosis, decrease risks of catheter related blood circulation infection, assure successful completion of treatment, and guarantee the safety of patients.
Through searching and evaluating the evidence on advanced prostate cancer, we found that different types of androgen deprivation had similar effect, and immediate androgen deprivation had survival benefit. For the patient with hormone-refractory prostate cancer, therapies including mitoxantrone, prednisone, docetaxel and surmine were more effective. Strontium-89 provided more effective pain relief than external beam radiation. And bisphophonate had no effect. Antiandrogen withdrawal suggested prostate specific antigen would decline, but the clinical outcome wasn’t reported.
Objective To formulate an individualized evidence-based treatment for a first-diagnosed patient with coronary artery-pulmonary artery fistula. Methods Aiming at the issue of whether interventional operation was necessary for first-diagnosed coronary artery-pulmonary artery fistula or not, the computer retrieval was conducted in the US National Guideline Clearinghouse, The Cochrane Library, PubMed and MEDLINE from 1990 to 2011, to collect and assess the best evidence of relevant systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials, controlled clinical trials and treatment guidelines, in order to be applied in clinical treatment. Results There were 1 clinical guideline for treating coronary artery fistula and 3 different high-quality evidence studies were retrieved. The results showed percutaneous coronary intervention was the best treatment currently. According to the obtained evidence and patient’s willingness, the relevant examinations were taken, and the preoperative preparation for percutaneous coronary intervention was done actively after the patient was admitted. Three days after hospitalization, the selective coronary angiography showed right coronary artery-pulmonary artery fistula and left coronary circumflexus artery-left atrial multiple fistulae, then the percutaneous coronary intervention spring coil embolization was successfully conducted for right coronary artery-pulmonary artery fistula. After operation, bayasprin enteric-coated tablets 0.1 g/d was taken for anti-platelet aggregation and preventing thrombotic diseases. The observation during operation and postoperative 5-day hospitalization showed no relevant complications. Conclusion Percutaneous coronary intervention is safe and effective for the symptomatic patients with coronary artery-pulmonary artery fistula.
Objective Making an individualized pharmacological treatment plan for a patient of acute respiratory distress syndrome after operation. Methods First, six clinical problems were put forward after assessing the patient’ s health state. Then we searched OVID versions of the ACP Journal Club (1991~2009), CENTRAL (1st Quarter 2009), CDSR (1st Quarter 2009), and MEDLINE (1991~2009) databases. Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized clinical trials about treatment of acute respiratory distress syndrome were included. The pharmacological treatment plan was made accordingly.Results After evaluation, 13 studies were eligible. The evidence indicated that the restrictive strategy of fluid management, corrected hypoproteinaemia, diuresis, and low-dose corticosteroids given in the early phase could improve oxygenation and prognosis; inhaled nitric oxide, exogenous surfactant supplement, other pharmacological drugs were associated with limited improvement in oxygenation in patients with ARDS but confer no mortality benefit and may cause harm, so we did not recommend their routine use in ARDS patients. The individual treatment plan was made based on the evidence found. After 8 days of treatment, the patient was out the ICU. He recovered and was discharged after 1 month. Conclusions The individual treatment plan, which was made based on high quality evidence and patient’s condition, improved treatment efficacy, shortened the stay in ICU, reduced mortality, and decreased adverse reactions.
目的 针对近期收治的1例常规治疗疗效不理想的溃疡性结肠炎患者,我们进行了证据检索和评价,以期找到更有效的治疗方法.方法 计算机检索MEDLINE(1978～2004)、CBMdisc(1978～2004)及Cochrane图书馆(2004年第3期),查找 5-氨基水杨酸(5-ASA)灌肠液治疗溃疡性结肠炎及与病情缓解有关的系统评价、临床随机对照试验等,并对所获证据进行评价.结果 高质量的临床证据表明,5-ASA灌肠液治疗溃疡性结肠炎及帮助病情缓解均优于口服5-ASA及柳氮磺胺嘧啶局部灌肠治疗.据此临床证据,结合医生经验及病人意愿,对该例患者实施5-ASA 1g+生理盐水100 ml qd,睡前保留灌肠治疗.1周后,患者临床症状明显缓解,腹泻基本停止,每天解黄色黏液便1～2次.肠镜复查,炎症较前明显减轻.出院后继续用上述方案维持治疗,每周2次.门诊随访1年,患者未再复发,也无明显副作用发生.结论 5-ASA灌肠液是控制溃疡性结肠炎活动期间病情及帮助缓解、减少复发的有效药物.
Objective To make an individualized treatment plan for a newly diagnosed Barrett esophagus patient by means of evidence-based medicine. Methods After the clinical problems were put forward, both the systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were collected from The Cochrane Library (Issue 3, 2009) and PubMed (1995 to 2010) and SCIE (1995 to 2010). The treatment protocol was made by combining the evidence and the preference of patient. Results A total of 21 RCTs and 6 systematic reviews (meta-analyses) were identified. A rational treatment plan was made upon a serious evaluation and patient’s preferences: improving the lifestyle and adopting the APC therapy combined with acid-suppressive drugs (Omeprazole, 40 mg, bid) for six weeks. Three months later, the endoscope reexamination showed the patient was much better. After another twelve-month follow-up, the plan proved to be optimal. Conclusion In accordance with the evidence-based methods, the rational treatment plan made for a diagnosed Barrett esophagus male can effectively relieve symptoms and improve quality of life.
Objective To formulate an evidence-based treatment plan for a patient with malignant pleural mesothelioma.Methods Based on an adequate assessment of the patient’s condition and using the principle of PICO, we searched The Cochrane Library (Issue 1, 2007), PubMed (1996 to February 2007) and EMbase (1974 to February 2007) to identify the best available clinical evidence. Results Five randomized controlled trials, 4 systematic reviews and 1 health economic evaluation were included. According to the current evidence, as well as the patient’s clinical condition and preference, 5 cycles of raltitrexed plus cisplatin were given to the patient along with thoracic drainage and other symptomatic treatment. And the follow-up after 4 months indicated that this treatment plan was appropriate for the patient. Conclusion Evidence-based approaches helped us to prepare the most appropriate chemotherapy plan for this patient and will help improve the therapeutic results for patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma.
ObjectiveTo provide references for postoperative analgesia treatment for cirrhotic patients with bone fracture. MethodsOne elderly patient with liver cirrhosis and fracture was admitted to our hospital on July 9, 2013. We obtained medical evidences by searching databases and regulated the best treatment after evaluating the patient's comprehensive conditions. And then, the whole treatment strategy was fully implemented. Finally, the consequent results were evaluated. ResultsWe identified 22 relevant articles including one clinical guideline, three cochrane reviews, five systematic reviews, seven small sample randomized controlled trials, one high quality observational study, and five quantitative reviews. We found that opioid analgesics utilization combined with non-opioid analgesics could not only reduce the occurrence of opioid drug adverse reactions, but increase analgesia safety. Cox-2 inhibitors could be used as the first choice of non-opioid drugs due to the less adverse reaction and better analgesic effectiveness. ConclusionFor femur fracture patients with liver cirrhosis, treatment decision based on evidence-based medicine is more scientific, which can ensure maximum benefit for the patients.
Objective To make an individualized treatment plan for newly diagnosed irritable bowel syndrome by means of evidence-based medicine. Methods After clinical problems were put forward, systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials were collected from The Cochrane Library (Issue 3, 2008) and PubMed (1990 to 2008). Treatment protocol was produced by combining the evidence and the values of the patient. Results A total of 114 RCTs and 21 systematic reviews were identified. A rational treatment plan was made upon a serious evaluation of the data to control symptoms and improve the quality of life for the patient. After a sixteen-month follow-up, the plan proved to be optimal. Conclusion The treatment efficacy in diagnosed irritable bowel syndrome has been improved by determining an individualized treatment plan according to evidence-based methods.