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The effect of physical activity on mediators of inflammation (2013)
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Nimmo, M. A., Leggate, M., Viana, J. L., & King, J. A. (2013). The effect of physical activity on mediators of inflammation. Diabetes, obesity & metabolism, 15(s3), 51-60. https://doi.org/10.1111/dom.12156

Being physically active and undertaking exercise on a regular basis are critical lifestyle behaviours which protect against the development of numerous chronic metabolic conditions. One of the key mechanisms by which physical activity exerts favourab... Read More about The effect of physical activity on mediators of inflammation.

Rapid changes in the surface of parasitic nematodes during transition from pre- to post-parasitic forms (1993)
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Proudfoot, L., Kusel, J. R., Smith, H. V., Harnett, W., Worms, M. J., & Kennedy, M. W. (1993). Rapid changes in the surface of parasitic nematodes during transition from pre- to post-parasitic forms. Parasitology, 107(01), 107. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0031182000079464

All mammalian-parasitic stages of a range of nematode species investigated (Brugia pahangi, Acanthocheilonema viteae, Strongyloides ratti, Nippostrongylus brasiliensis, Trichinella spiralis and Ostertagia ostertagi) labelled in a surface-restricted m... Read More about Rapid changes in the surface of parasitic nematodes during transition from pre- to post-parasitic forms.

Maternal nutrient restriction in early pregnancy programs hepatic mRNA expression of growth-related genes and liver size in adult male sheep (2006)
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Hyatt, M. A., Gopalakrishnan, G. S., Bispham, J., Gentili, S., McMillen, I. C., Rhind, S. M., Rae, M. T., Kyle, C. E., Brooks, A. N., Jones, C., Budge, H., Walker, D., Stephenson, T., & Symonds, M. E. (2007). Maternal nutrient restriction in early pregnancy programs hepatic mRNA expression of growth-related genes and liver size in adult male sheep. Journal of Endocrinology, 192(1), 87-97. https://doi.org/10.1677/joe.1.06801

The liver is a major metabolic and endocrine organ of critical importance in the regulation of growth and metabolism. Its function is determined by a complex interaction of nutritionally regulated counter-regulatory hormones. The extent to which hepa... Read More about Maternal nutrient restriction in early pregnancy programs hepatic mRNA expression of growth-related genes and liver size in adult male sheep.

Oestrogen formation and connective tissue growth factor expression in rat granulosa cells (2006)
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Harlow, C. R., Bradshaw, A. C., Rae, M. T., Shearer, K. D., & Hillier, S. G. (2007). Oestrogen formation and connective tissue growth factor expression in rat granulosa cells. Journal of Endocrinology, 192(1), 41-52. https://doi.org/10.1677/joe.1.06689

Ovarian follicular development involves continual remodelling of the extracellular matrix (ECM) forming the basement membrane and intercellular framework that support granulosa cell (GC) growth and differentiation. Insight into the molecular regulati... Read More about Oestrogen formation and connective tissue growth factor expression in rat granulosa cells.

cAMP response element-binding (CREB) signalling and ovarian surface epithelial cell survival (2006)
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Gubbay, O., Rae, M. T., McNeilly, A. S., Donadeu, F. X., Zeleznik, A. J., & Hillier, S. G. (2006). cAMP response element-binding (CREB) signalling and ovarian surface epithelial cell survival. Journal of Endocrinology, 191(1), 275-285. https://doi.org/10.1677/joe.1.06928

cAMP response-element binding (CREB) transcription factors transduce cell survival responses to peptide hormones and growth factors in normal tissues and mutant CREB proteins are implicated in tumorigenesis. Ovarian cancer most frequently arises from... Read More about cAMP response element-binding (CREB) signalling and ovarian surface epithelial cell survival.

Assessment of health related quality of life (HRQoL) in irritable bowel syndrome (2012)
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Smith, G. D. (2012). Assessment of health related quality of life (HRQoL) in irritable bowel syndrome. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 10(5), 31-35. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2012.10.5.31

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders, classically involving symptoms of abdominal pain, distension and altered bowel function. However, the aetiology and natural history of this complex and often unpred... Read More about Assessment of health related quality of life (HRQoL) in irritable bowel syndrome.

Herbal medication in the management of non-ulcer dyspepsia (2011)
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Smith, G. D. (2011). Herbal medication in the management of non-ulcer dyspepsia. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 9(10), 15-16. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2011.9.10.15

Although not considered part of mainstream medicine, it is estimated that over half of patients with gastrointestinal symptoms have used some form of complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) (Comar and Kirby, 2005). Herbal and non-herbal remedies... Read More about Herbal medication in the management of non-ulcer dyspepsia.

Peppermint oil in gastrointestinal medicine (2011)
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Smith, G. D. (2011). Peppermint oil in gastrointestinal medicine. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 9(8), 13-14. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2011.9.8.13

Herbal remedies, such as peppermint oil, are increasingly being used to treat gastrointestinal symptoms „ Gastrointestinal nurses should be aware of the safety issues of herbal preparations „ Peppermint oil has been used for many years to treat irr... Read More about Peppermint oil in gastrointestinal medicine.

Acupuncture for gastrointestinal disorders (2011)
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Smith, G. D. (2011). Acupuncture for gastrointestinal disorders. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 9(6), 15-16. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2011.9.6.15

Summary There is an increasing worldwide use of CAM in gastrointestinal diseases „ Limited current evidence to support use of acupuncture in IBD and IBS „ The best acupuncture evidence relates to management of nasuea and vomiting „ It is importan... Read More about Acupuncture for gastrointestinal disorders.

Gut-directed hypnotherapy in irritable bowel syndrome (2011)
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Smith, G. D. (2011). Gut-directed hypnotherapy in irritable bowel syndrome. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 9(4), 17-18. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2011.9.4.17

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) condition characterized by abdominal pain, altered bowel habit (constipation and diarrhoea) and abdominal distension (Spiller et al, 2007). It is the most commonly seen condition in GI... Read More about Gut-directed hypnotherapy in irritable bowel syndrome.

Psychological interventions for irritable bowel syndrome: A nursing perspective (2010)
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Smith, G. D. (2010). Psychological interventions for irritable bowel syndrome: A nursing perspective. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 8(9), 18-21. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2010.8.9.79849

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional bowel disorder. It accounts for up to 50% of all referrals to gastrointestinal departments and to this day it remains a mysterious and poorly understood condition. IBS patients can suffer from ab... Read More about Psychological interventions for irritable bowel syndrome: A nursing perspective.

The use of traditional Chinese herbal medicine in irritable bowel syndrome (2009)
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Smith, G. D., & Cuizhen, S. (2009). The use of traditional Chinese herbal medicine in irritable bowel syndrome. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 6(10), 16-21. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2009.6.10.37850

Most nurses are aware of the widespread use of complementary and alternative medicines therapies. Such therapies are being increasingly used by gastrointestinal patients for a wide range of clinical conditions. In this article, the application of Ch... Read More about The use of traditional Chinese herbal medicine in irritable bowel syndrome.

Evaluating gravity versus pump irrigation for bowel dysfunction (2009)
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Crawshaw, A., Marshall, J., Bartolo, D. C., Duthie, G. S., Fawcett, T. N., Smith, G., & Williams, C. (2009). Evaluating gravity versus pump irrigation for bowel dysfunction. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 7(7), 34-42. https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2009.7.7.44267

Rectal irrigation as a method of management for patients suffering bowel dysfunction is relatively new in the UK (Gardiner et al, 2003). However, patients in the Lothian region have been offered rectal irrigation by means of gravity device since 199... Read More about Evaluating gravity versus pump irrigation for bowel dysfunction.

Implementation and evaluation of a pilot education programme in colorectal cancer management for nurses in Scotland (2008)
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Knowles, G., Hutchison, C., Smith, G., Philp, I. D., McCormick, K., & Preston, E. (2008). Implementation and evaluation of a pilot education programme in colorectal cancer management for nurses in Scotland. Nurse Education Today, 28(1), 15-23. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2007.02.002

Summary This paper describes the results of an evaluation of a nursing education programme for nurses caring for patients with colorectal cancer. A sample of 67 registered nurses from 6 location sites within the 3 Regional Cancer Networks in Scotland... Read More about Implementation and evaluation of a pilot education programme in colorectal cancer management for nurses in Scotland.

Saving Mothers’ Lives (formerly Why Mothers die): Reviewing maternal deaths to make motherhood safer 2003–2005 (2008)
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Mander, R., & Smith, G. D. (2008). Saving Mothers’ Lives (formerly Why Mothers die): Reviewing maternal deaths to make motherhood safer 2003–2005. Midwifery, 24(1), 8-12. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2008.01.008

The Confidential Enquiries into Maternal Deaths (CEMDs) in the UK have a long, honourable and frequently rehearsed history. They originated in the early days of the twentieth century and became formalised in 1952 ( Weindling, 2003 ; Lewis, 2004 ). Th... Read More about Saving Mothers’ Lives (formerly Why Mothers die): Reviewing maternal deaths to make motherhood safer 2003–2005.

The implications of Ogilvie's syndrome for midwives and gastrointestinal nurses (2006)
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Smith, G. D., & Mander, R. (2006). The implications of Ogilvie's syndrome for midwives and gastrointestinal nurses. Gastrointestinal Nursing, 4(10), 24-31

Ogilvie's syndrome is is an acute intestinal pseudo-obstruction associated with massive dilatation, usually of the colon, but also of the small intestine. Mechanical obstruction is absent, and there is parasympathetic nerve dysfunction. Ogilvie's syn... Read More about The implications of Ogilvie's syndrome for midwives and gastrointestinal nurses.

Effect of nurse-led gut-directed hypnotherapy upon health-related quality of life in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (2006)
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Smith, G. D. (2006). Effect of nurse-led gut-directed hypnotherapy upon health-related quality of life in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 15(6), 678-684. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2702.2006.01356.x

Aims and objectives.  This study quantified health-related quality of life in a group of irritable bowel syndrome patients and measures changes following a treatment programme of nurse-led gut-directed hypnotherapy. Background.  It is well recognize... Read More about Effect of nurse-led gut-directed hypnotherapy upon health-related quality of life in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.