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Acceptability, feasibility, and cost of telemedicine for nonacute headaches: A randomized study comparing video and traditional consultations
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-05-30)<b>Backgr ound:</b> The feasibility of telemedicine in diagnosing and treating nonacute headaches, such as primary headaches (migraine and tension-type) and medication-overuse headaches has not been previously investigated. By eliminating the need of travel to specialists, telemedicine may of fer significant time and money ... -
Alanine aminotransferase and body composition in obese men and women
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-08-26)There is a known relationship between serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and obesity in humans, but the mechanism(s) are not clarified. This study investigated the associations between serum ALT and body composition in an overweight and obese population. The results are based on data from a previous randomized controlled trial treating obesity with vitamin D<sub>3</sub>. A sample of 448 overweight ... -
Creatine kinase is associated with glycated haemoglobin in a nondiabetic population. The Tromsø study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-02-02)Background<p> <p>Creatine kinase (CK) has been associated with insulin resistance and identified as a risk marker of cardiovascular disease largely by its relationship with hypertension and increased body mass index. This study determined whether CK is a predictor of glycated haemoglobin (HbA1C) in a nondiabetic general population. <p>Methods <p>Associations between CK and the outcome variable ... -
Creatine kinase is associated with reduced inflammation in a general population: The Tromsø study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-05-29)<p><i>Background</i>: Creatine kinase (CK) has been associated with reduced inflammation in obesity while inflammation is associated with obesity-related cardiovascular diseases. We investigated the relationship between CK and high sensitive C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) in a general population.</p> <p><i>Methods</i>: CK and hs-CRP were measured in the population-based Tromsø study that included ... -
Headache patients' satisfaction with telemedicine: a 12-month follow-up randomized non-inferiority trial
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017-04-21)Background and purpose: We investigated non-acute headache patients’ long-term satisfaction with a telemedicine consultation and consultation preferences in northern Norway. We hypothesized that patients were not less satisfied with telemedicine than traditional consultations. We also examined the influence of gender, age and education on satisfaction. <br> <br> Methods: For 2.5 years, patients ... -
Leisure physical exercise and creatine kinase activity. The Tromsø study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2020-08-16)Creatine kinase (CK) is an enzyme catalyzing energy reaction in muscle cells and has proven to modify cardiovascular risks. The influence of skeletal muscle activity on CK concentrations is a potential study confounder but is mainly reported in connection with sport activities. This study investigated the association between leisure physical exercise and CK and estimated the effect of physical ... -
One-Year Remission Rate of Chronic Headache Comparing Video and Face-to-Face Consultations by Neurologist: Randomized Controlled Trial
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2021-12-13)Background: Chronic headache causing severe headache-related disability for those affected by the disease is under- or misdiagnosed in many cases and therefore requires easy access to a specialist for optimal health care management.<p> <p>Objective: The goal of the research is to determine whether video consultations are noninferior to face-to-face consultations in treating chronic headache ... -
Patient satisfaction with conventional, complementary, and alternative treatment for cluster headache in a Norwegian cohort
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A randomized trial of telemedicine efficacy and safety for nonacute headaches
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017-07-11)<p><i>Objective</i>: To evaluate long-term treatment efficacy and safety of one-time telemedicine consultations for nonacute headaches.</p> <p><i>Methods</i>: We randomized, allocated, and consulted nonacute headache patients via telemedicine (n = 200) or in a traditional manner (n = 202) in a noninferiority trial. Efficacy endpoints, assessed by questionnaires at 3 and 12 months, included change ... -
Serum alanine aminotransferase activity and risk factors for cardiovascular disease in a Caucasian population: the Tromsø study
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2021-01-13)Background - High and low levels of serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) are both associated with cardiovascular diseases (CVD) risks especially in elderly, but the mechanisms are less known. This study investigated associations between ALT and CVD risk factors including effects of sex and age in a Caucasian population.<p> <p>Methods - Cross-sectional data were analysed sex-stratified in 2555 men ... -
Video consultations in medication overuse headache. A randomized controlled trial
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-06-17)<i>Objective</i> - To test the hypothesis that the effect of video consultations is noninferior to traditional consultations in managing patients with overuse headache (MOH).<p> <p><i>Materials and Methods</i> - Patients were recruited from referrals to a neurological clinic. In a randomized controlled trial (RCT), headache burden measured by headache impact test (HIT‐6) and frequency of ...
