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| Boerma, W.G.W., Pellny, M., Kringos, D.S. Evaluation of the organization and provision of primary care in Serbia: a survey-based project in the regions of Vojvodina, Central Serbia and Belgrade. Kopenhagen: WHO Regional Office for Europe, 2010. 112 p.

… The implementation of the WHO Primary Care Evaluation Tool (PCET) aims to provide a structured … the findings for Serbia. … The implementation of the WHO Primary Care Evaluation Tool (PCET) aims to provide a …

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| Noordman, J., Verhaak, P., Dulmen, S. van. Discussing patient’s lifestyle choices in the consulting room: analysis of GP-patient consultations between 1975 and 2008. BMC Family Practice: 2010, 11(87)

… of patients are currently being discussed more often in primary care consultations than in former decades. Furthermore, we … as a routine procedure, i.e. do not include it in primary prevention. This highlights the importance of the …

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| Kringos, D.S., Boerma, W.G.W., Bourgueil, Y., Cartier, T., Hasvold, T., Hutchinson, A., Lember, M., Oleszczyk, M., Pavlick, D.R., Svab, I., Tedeschi, P., Wilson, A., Windak, A. The European Primary Care Monitor: structure, process and outcome indicators. BMC Family Practice: 2010, 11(81)

… has provided evidence on benefits of well developed primary care systems. The relevance of some of this research for the … and comparable information on variation in development of primary care, and a lack of knowledge of structures and …

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| Meuwissen, L.E., Voorham, A.J.J., Schouten, G.M., Bakker, D.H. de. Hoe te komen tot een populatiegerichte huisartsenzorg? TSG: Tijdschrift voor Gezondheidswetenschappen: 2010, 88(7), p. 381-387.

… en de curatieve gezondheidszorg.(aut. ref.) … Aim: Primary health care potentially offers the opportunity to tailor health … a practice specific health profile, with which the health care delivery could be reconsidered. Results: Seventeen …

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Uijen, J.H.J.M., Schellevis, F.G., Bindels, P.J.E., Willemsen, S.P., Wouden, J.C. van der. Low hospital admission rates for respiratory diseases in children. BMC Family Practice: 2010, 11(76)

… to respiratory morbidity. For effectiveness studies in a primary care setting, hospital admission rates should not be used as … to respiratory morbidity. For effectiveness studies in a primary care setting, hospital admission rates should not be …

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| Maarsingh, O.R., Dros, Jacq., Schellevis, F.G., Weert, H.C. van, Windt, D.A. van der, Riet, G. ter, Horst, H.E. van der. Causes of persistent dizziness in elderly patients in primary care. Annals of Family Medicine: 2010, 8(3), p. 196-205.

… PURPOSE: Although dizzy patients are predominantly seen in primary care, most diagnostic studies on dizziness have been … to describe subtypes of dizziness in elderly patients in primary care and to assess contributory causes of dizziness. …

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| Nijrolder, I., Windt, D.A.W.M. van der, Twisk, J.W., Horst, H.E. van der. Fatigue in primary care: longitudinal associations with pain. Pain: 2010, 150(2), p. 351-357.

… in a cohort study of patients presenting with fatigue in primary care. Of 856 recruited patients, 642 (75%) completed postal … in a cohort study of patients presenting with fatigue in primary care. Of 856 recruited patients, 642 (75%) completed …

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| Dijk, C.E. van, Verheij, R.A., Hansen, J., Velden, L. van der, Nijpels, G., Groenewegen, P.P., Bakker, D.H. de. Primary care nurses: effects on secondary care referrals for diabetes? BMC Health Services Research: 2010, 10(230)

… BACKGROUND: Primary care nurses play an important role in diabetes care, and were … in GP-practice partly to shift care from hospital to primary care. The aim of this study was to assess whether the …

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| Krul, M., Wouden, J.C. van der, Schellevis, F.G., Suijlekom-Smit, L.W.A. van, Koes, B.W. Nursemaid's elbow: its diagnostic clues and preferred means of reduction. Journal of Family Practice: 2010, 59(1), p. E5-E7.

… children,and thus we would expect to encounter it often in primary care. However, this condition receives little attention in … children,and thus we would expect to encounter it often in primary care. However, this condition receives little …

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| Jellema, P., Schellevis, F.G., Windt, D.A.W.M. van der, Kneepkens, C.M.F., Horst, H.E. van der. Lactose malabsorption and intolerance: a systematic review on the diagnostic value of gastrointestinal symptoms and self-reported milk intolerance. QJM-An International Journal of Medicine: 2010, 103(8), p. 555-572.

… lactose intolerance is not straightforward, especially in primary care. Aim: To summarize available evidence on the diagnostic … symptoms and self-reported milk (lactose) intolerance in primary care, and the relationship between lactose …

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| Fassaert, T., Nielen, M., Verheij, R., Verhoeff, A., Dekker, J., Beekman, A., Wit, M. de. Quality of care for anxiety and depression in different ethnic groups by family practitioners in urban areas in the Netherlands. General Hospital Psychiatry: 2010, 32(4), p. 368-376.

… is widespread concern about access to good quality health care for ethnic minority groups. This study investigates … were based on the International Classification of Primary Care. Adherence to guidelines included at least five … but some differences suggest that efforts to educate primary care providers in management of anxiety/depression …

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| Verkaik, R., Francke, A.L., Meijel, B. van, Spreeuwenberg, P.M.M., Ribbe, M.W., Bensing, J.M. The introduction of a nursing guideline on depression at psychogeriatric nursing home wards: effects on Certified Nurse Assistants. International Journal of Nursing Studies: 2011, 48(6), p. 710-719.

… Background: To improve care for residents with depression in dementia, an evidence … The nine control wards continued providing usual care. Primary outcomes are: (1) perceived professional autonomy and … The nine control wards continued providing usual care. Primary outcomes are: (1) perceived professional autonomy and …

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| Pisters, M.F., Veenhof, C., Schellevis, F.G., Bakker, D.H. de, Dekker, J. Long-term effectiveness of exercise therapy in patients with osteoarthritis of the hip or knee: a randomized controlled trial comparing two different physical therapy interventions. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage: 2010, 18(8), p. 1019-1026.

… after inclusion) than usual exercise therapy (UC; usual care) in patients with OA of the hip or knee METHOD: … the 200 included were followed until 60 months follow-up. Primary outcome measures were pain, physical function, and … treatment groups were found in the long-term on the primary outcome measures. Although more research is needed to …

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| Zee, J. van der. Workshop: integration of care at the interface of primary and secondary care: work in progress. European Journal of Public Health: 2010, 20(suppl. 1), p. 99. Abstract. 3rd European Public Health Conference 'Integrated Public Health', 10 - 13 November 2010, Amsterdam.

… 2010, Amsterdam. … Background and aim: Existing health care arrangements do not always provide a well-organized … for instance by creating incentives for teamwork between primary and secondary care providers, may improve the quality … and address the issue of integration of care between primary and secondary care and within primary care as a basis …

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| Broek, I.V.F. van den, Verheij, R.A., Dijk, C. van, Koedijk, F.D.H., Sande, M.A.B. van der, Bergen, J.E.A.M. van. Trends in sexually transmitted infections in the Netherlands, combining surveillance data from general practices and sexually transmitted infection centers. BMC Family Practice: 2010, 11(39)

… Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STI) care in the Netherlands is primarily provided by general … including laboratory results in EMRs. The contribution of primary care is often overlooked in STI health care. … including laboratory results in EMRs. The contribution of primary care is often overlooked in STI health care. …

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| Kroneman, M., Verheij, R., Tacken, M., Zee, J. van der. Urban-rural health differences: primary care data and self reported data render different results. Health & Place: 2010, 16(5), p. 893-902.

… M., Zee, J. van der. Urban-rural health differences: primary care data and self reported data render different results. … 2010, 16(5), p. 893-902. … Urban-rural health differences: primary care data and self reported data render different …

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| Kedde, H., Leusink, P., Verheij, R. De incidentie van seksuele, reproductieve en relationele problemen in de huisartsenpraktijk: resultaten van het Landelijk Informatie Netwerk Huisartsenzorg. Tijdschrift voor Seksuologie: 2010, 34(2), p. 67-73.

… met behulp van de International Classification of Primary Care (ICPC). Resultaten Het aantal mensen dat naar de …

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| Gorter, K.J., Tuytel, G.J., Leeuw, J.R.J. de, Bijl, J.J. van der, Bensing, J.M., Rutten, G.E.H.M. Preferences and opinions of patients with type 2 diabetes on education and self-care: a cross-sectional survey. Diabetic Medicine: 2010, 27(1), p. 85-91.

… of patients with Type 2 diabetes regarding self-care activities and diabetes education. RESEARCH DESIGN AND … 54% male; 97% Caucasian; 21% low education level; 80% primary care). Of these, 19% thought they had poor to average … 54% male; 97% Caucasian; 21% low education level; 80% primary care). Of these, 19% thought they had poor to average …

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| Paget, W.J., Balderston, C., Casas, I., Donker, G., Edelman, L, Fleming, D., Larrauri, A., Meijer, A., Puzelli, S., Rizzo, C., Simonsen, L. Assessing the burden of paediatric influenza in Europe: the European Paediatric Influenza Analysis (EPIA) project. European Journal of Pediatrics: 2010, 169(8), p. 997-1008.

… data), the model attributed 47–83% of the ILI burden in primary care to influenza virus infection in the various countries, … data), the model attributed 47–83% of the ILI burden in primary care to influenza virus infection in the various …

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| Aarendonk, D., Maeseneer, J. de. EFPC: European Forum for Primay Care. European Journal of General Practice: 2010, 16(1), p. 63.

… the principles of the World Health Report 2008: Primary Care Now More Than Ever by visiting ‘best practices’ in primary care. … The EFPC organizes for the WHO (Geneva) …

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| Beljouw, I. van, Verhaak, P., Prins, M., Cuijpers, P., Bensing, J. Reasons and determinants for not receiving treatment for common mental disorders. Psychiatric Services: 2010, 61(3), p. 250-257.

… reasons (no problem perceived, no perceived need for care, and unmet need for care) and one that received … factors. METHODS: Cross-sectional data were used for 743 primary care patients with current anxiety or depressive … factors. METHODS: Cross-sectional data were used for 743 primary care patients with current anxiety or depressive …

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| Kringos, D.S., Boerma, W.G.W., Hutchinson, A., Zee, J. van der, Groenewegen, P.P. The breadth of primary care: a systematic literature review of its core dimensions. BMC Health Services Research: 2010, 10(65)

… BACKGROUND: Even though there is general agreement that primary care is the linchpin of effective health care delivery, to … The aim of this study was to examine the breadth of primary care by identifying its core dimensions and to assess …

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| Heuvel, A. van den, Aarendonk, D., Groenewegen, P.P., Maeseneer, J. de. The European Forum for Primary Care and the European Commission consultation process on the European workforce for health: some emerging messages. Quality in Primary Care: 2009, 17(5), p. 307-309. Guest editorial

… P.P., Maeseneer, J. de. The European Forum for Primary Care and the European Commission consultation process on the … workforce for health: some emerging messages. Quality in Primary Care : 2009, 17(5), p. 307-309. Guest editorial … The …

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| Jellema, P., Windt, D.A.W.M. van der, Schellevis, F.G., Horst, H.E. van der. Systematic review: accuracy of symptom-based criteria for diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome in primary care. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics: 2009, 30(7), p. 695-706.

… diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), many health care providers approach IBS as a diagnosis of exclusion. AIM: … references. Studies were selected if the design was a primary diagnostic study; the patients were adults consulting … Diagnostic Reviewers' Handbook. RESULTS: A total of 25 primary diagnostic studies were included in the review. The …

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| Beljouw, I.M.J. van, Verhaak, P.F.M., Prins, M.A., Cuijpers, P., Penninx, B., Benzing, J. Reasons and determinants for not receiving treatment for common mental disorders Psychiatric Services: 2010, 61(3), p. 250-257.

… reasons (no problem perceived, no perceived need for care, and unmet need for care) and one that received … factors. Methods Cross-sectional data were used for 743 primary care patients with current anxiety or depressive … factors. Methods Cross-sectional data were used for 743 primary care patients with current anxiety or depressive …

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| Broker, L.E., Hurenkamp, G.J.B., Riet, G. ter, Schellevis, F.G., Grundmeijer, H.G., Weert, H.C. van. Upper gastrointestinal symptoms, psychosocial co-morbidity and health care seeking in general practice: population based case control study. BMC Family Practice: 2009, 10(63)

… to GI symptoms or rather represent motivations for health-care seeking. Purpose of our study was to compare … practice (conducted in 2001). Cases (adults visiting their primary care physician (PCP) with upper GI symptoms) and … practice (conducted in 2001). Cases (adults visiting their primary care physician (PCP) with upper GI symptoms) and …

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| Nijrolder, I., Windt, D. van der, Vries, H. de, Horst, H. van der. Diagnoses during follow-up of patients presenting with fatigue in primary care. Canadian Medical Association Journal: 2009, 181(10), p. 683-687.

… of diagnoses that account for fatigue in patients in primary care. We evaluated the diagnoses established within 1 year after presentation with fatigue in primary care that were possibly associated with the fatigue. …

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| Terluin, B., Brouwers, E.P.M., Marwijk, H.W.J. van, Verhaak, P.F.M., Horst, H.E. van der. Detecting depressive and anxiety disorders in distressed patients in primary care: comparative diagnostic accuracy of the Four-Dimensional Symptom Questionnaire (4DSQ) and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). BMC Family Practice: 2009, 10(58)

… and anxiety disorders often go unrecognized in distressed primary care patients, despite the overtly psychosocial nature of … and anxiety disorders often go unrecognized in distressed primary care patients, despite the overtly psychosocial …

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Windt, D.A.W.M. van der, Simons, E., Riphagen, I.I., Ammendolia, C., Verhangen, A.P., Laslett, M., Devillé, W., Deyo, R.A., Bouter, L.M., Vet, H.C.W. de, Aertgeerts, B. Physical examination for lumbar radiculopathy due to disc herniation in patients with low-back pain. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews: 2010, 17(2), p. CD007431.

… surgical discectomy may provide faster relief of symptoms. Primary care clinicians use patient history and physical examination … Search strategy: We searched electronic databases for primary studies: PubMed (includes MEDLINE), EMBASE, and …

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| Gageldonk-Lafeber, A.B. van, Bogaerts, M.A.H., Verheij, R., Sande, M.A.B. van der. Time trends in primary-care morbidity, hospitalization and mortality due to pneumonia. Epidemiology and Infection: 2009, 137(10), p. 1472-1478.

… increased considerably over this period, especially in primary-care settings, and that focusing only on hospitalization … increased considerably over this period, especially in primary-care settings, and that focusing only on …