A systematic review on how primary care electronic medical record data have been used for antimicrobial stewardship by Ron Cheah, Caroline Chen, Daniel Capurro, Jo-Anne Manski-Nankervis, Vlada Rozova, Karin Thursky

“… Abstract Objective: This systematic review aims to synthesize evidence from current literature to describe how Electronic Medical Record (EMR) primary care data have been used for antimicrobial stewardship activities internationally. …”
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Evaluating the impact, implementation experience and political economy of primary care networks in Kenya: protocol for a mixed methods study by Beatrice Amboko, Jacinta Nzinga, Benjamin Tsofa, Peter Mugo, Anita Musiega, Beryl Maritim, Ethan Wong, Caitlin Mazzilli, Wangari Ng’ang’a, Brittany Hagedorn, Gillian Turner, Anne Musuva, Felix Murira, Nirmala Ravishankar, Salim Hussein, Edwine Barasa

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Breathing pattern disorders in females with nonspecific low back pain: a pilot study in Croatian primary care physiotherapy by Iva Kelečić, Elvir Gosić, Snježana Schuster

“…Family Medicine & Primary Care Review…”
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The use of a smartphone app for self-monitoring by patients with bipolar disorder being treated in a primary care setting by Omar H. Elsayed, John Cecil, Richard Priesmeyer, Gregg Siegel, Phyllis Siegel, Rif S. El-Mallakh

“…Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care…”
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Predictive factors for the diagnosis of coeliac disease in children and young people in primary care: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Christian E Farrier, Marta Wanat, Anthony Harnden, Amy Paterson, Nia Roberts, Defne Saatci, Jennifer Hirst

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Engaging older adults in diagnostic safety: implementing a diagnostic communication note sheet in a primary care setting by Alberta Tran, Leah Blackall, Mary A. Hill, Mary A. Hill, William Gallagher

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Impact of primary care benefits on healthcare utilisation and estimated out-of-pocket expenses in urban, rural and remote settings in the Philippines by Antonio L Dans, Arianna Maever L Amit, Leonila F Dans, Gillian Sandigan, Regine Ynez H De Mesa, Mia P Rey, Josephine T Sanchez, Cara Lois T Galingana, Nannette Bernal-Sundiang, Maria Rhodora N Aquino, Johanna Faye E Lopez, Janelle Micaela S Panganiban, Romelei Camiling-Alfonso, Jose Rafael A Marfori, Ramon Pedro Paterno, Carol Stephanie Chua Tan-Lim, Noleen Marie Fabian, Chad Lester Lastrilla, Miguel Callo

“…Background This study aimed to determine the effects of primary care interventions on healthcare utilisation and estimated out-of-pocket (OOP) expenses in selected urban, rural and remote settings in the Philippines.Methodology Context-specific measures relating to expanding healthcare provider networks, augmenting the health human workforce and subsidising transportation costs were implemented to strengthen primary care systems. …”
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Widening access to isotretinoin in primary care: an evaluation of New Zealand national dispensing data for isotretinoin for acne, 2008–2023 by Bruce Arroll, Diarmuid Quinlan, Peter Moodie, Rachel Petronella Roskvist, Jason Arnold

“…This is the first study demonstrating that, given appropriate postgraduate education and support, the isotretinoin risk–benefit profile may be enhanced to safely deliver high-quality, timely, equitable patient access to isotretinoin in primary care.…”
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Work-related stress and its associated factors among primary care doctors in Malaysia during the COVID-19 pandemic by Muhammad Shah Shahrudin, Nik Munirah Nik-Nasir, Mohamed-Syarif Mohamed-Yassin

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Expanding the Role of Primary Care in the Prevention and Treatment of Childhood Obesity: A Review of Clinic- and Community-Based Recommendations and Interventions by Michaela Vine, Margaret B. Hargreaves, Ronette R. Briefel, Cara Orfield

“…The review identified 96 articles that provide evidence of how primary care providers can successfully prevent and treat childhood obesity by coordinating efforts within the primary care setting and through linkages to obesity prevention and treatment resources within the community. …”
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Screening Patterns of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Children with Obesity in Canadian Primary Care: A Cross-Sectional Study by Rachael Morkem, Rebecca Theal, David Barber, Jennifer Flemming, John Queenan, Mohit Kehar

“…This cross-sectional study used data from the Canadian Primary Care Sentinel Surveillance Network, a repository of electronic medical record data from Canadian primary care practices. …”
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Analisis Penerimaan Sistem Informasi Manajemen BPJS Kesehatan Layanan Primary Care di UPTD Puskesmas Kabupaten Banyumas by Yusmedi Nurfaizal, Rizki Wahyudi

“…The acceptance level of Primary Care at the Regional Technical Implementation Unit of Puskesmas in Banyumas Regency is measured using Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). …”
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COVID-19 residual symptoms and adverse drug reactions after oral antiviral therapy in the Singapore primary care setting by Jia Qi Yeo, Poh Ching Tan, Cheryl Wei Yan Tan, Poay Sian Sabrina Lee

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The impact of remuneration, extrinsic and intrinsic incentives on interprofessional primary care teams: results from a rapid scoping review by Monica Aggarwal, Brian Hutchison, Kristina M. Kokorelias, Selin Bilgic, Richard H. Glazier

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Effectiveness of an electronic clinical decision support system in improving the management of childhood illness in primary care in rural Nigeria: an observational study by Marek Kwiatkowski, Rodolfo Rossi, Torsten Schmitz, Fenella Beynon, Capucine Musard, Marco Landi, Daniel Ishaya, Jeremiah Zira, Muazu Muazu, Camille Renner, Edwin Emmanuel, Solomon Gideon Bulus

“…We observed higher parenteral and lower oral antimicrobial prescription rates (adjusted OR=2·42 (1·00 to 5·85) and adjusted OR=0·40 (0·22 to 0·73), respectively) in ALMANACH facilities as well as markedly higher rates for referral, communication of diagnosis, and follow-up advice.Conclusion Implementation of digital CDSS with training, mentorship and feedback in primary care can improve quality of care and recovery of sick children in resource-constrained settings, likely mediated by better guideline adherence. …”
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Retraction Note: Prevalence of complications among Chinese diabetic patients in urban primary care clinics: a cross-sectional study by Kenny Kung, Kai Ming Chow, Eric Ming-Tung Hui, Maria Leung, Shuk Yun Leung, Cheuk Chun Szeto, Augustine Lam, Philip Kam-Tao Li

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Efficacy of a Blended Low-Intensity Internet-Delivered Psychological Program in Patients With Multimorbidity in Primary Care: Randomized Controlled Trial by Alicia Monreal-Bartolomé, Adoración Castro, M Ángeles Pérez-Ara, Margalida Gili, Fermín Mayoral, María Magdalena Hurtado, Esperanza Varela Moreno, Cristina Botella, Azucena García-Palacios, Rosa M Baños, Yolanda López-Del-Hoyo, Javier García-Campayo, Jesus Montero-Marin

“…ConclusionsThis study supports the efficacy of a low-intensity psychological intervention applied in a blended format on multimorbidity in primary care. It justifies the exploration of the conceptualization of depression in type 2 diabetes as well as the analysis of the implementation of such interventions in routine clinical practice. …”
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Experience of being a frequent user of primary care and emergency department services: a qualitative systematic review and thematic synthesis by Catherine Hudon, Maud-Christine Chouinard, Magaly Brodeur, Eva Margo-Dermer

“…However, throughout this process, little attention has been paid to their experience as patients.Objective To thematically synthesise qualitative studies that explore the experience of frequent users of primary care and emergency department services.Design Qualitative systematic review and thematic synthesis.Setting Primary care and emergency department.Participants Frequent users of primary care and emergency department services.Methods A qualitative systematic review was conducted using three online databases (MEDLINE with full text, CINAHL with full text and PsycINFO). …”
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Evidence Gaps and Lessons in the Early Detection of Atrial Fibrillation: A Prospective Study in a Primary Care Setting (PREFATE Study) by Josep L. Clua-Espuny, Alba Hernández-Pinilla, Delicia Gentille-Lorente, Eulàlia Muria-Subirats, Teresa Forcadell-Arenas, Cinta de Diego-Cabanes, Domingo Ribas-Seguí, Anna Diaz-Vilarasau, Cristina Molins-Rojas, Meritxell Palleja-Millan, Eva M. Satué-Gracia, Francisco Martín-Luján

“…The PREFATE project investigates evidence gaps in the early detection of atrial fibrillation in high-risk populations within primary care. This study aims to estimate the prevalence of device-detected atrial fibrillation (DDAF) and assess the feasibility and impact of systematic screening in routine primary care. …”
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A One-Year Economic Evaluation of Six Alternative Strategies for the Management of Uninvestigated Upper Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Canadian Primary Care by Alan N Barkun, Ralph Crott, Carlo A Fallone, Wendy A Kennedy, Jean Lachaine, Carey Levinton, David Armstrong, Naoki Chiba, Alan Thomson, Sander Veldhuyzen van Zanten, Paul Sinclair, Sergio Escobedo, Bijan Chakraborty, Sandra Smyth, Robert White, Helen Kalra, Krista Nevin

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