The larval stage of the parasite Taenia solium can encyst in the central nervous system causing neurocysticercosis, which is the main cause of acquired epilepsy in the countries in which the parasite is endemic. Endemic areas are those with the presence (or likely presence) of the full life cycle of Taen...
The larval stage of the parasite Taenia solium can encyst in the central nervous system causing neurocysticercosis, which is the main cause of acquired epilepsy in the countries in which the parasite is endemic. Endemic areas are those with the presence (or likely presence) of the full life cycle of Taen...
This guideline covers the routine antenatal care that women and their babies should receive. It
aims to ensure that pregnant women are offered regular check-ups, information and support. We
have also published a guideline on postnatal care, which covers the topics of emotional attachment
and baby feeding...
Neumman, Ignacio;
Izchovic, Ariel;
Aguilar, Ricardo;
Leon, Guillermo;
Casais, Patricia;
Colorio, Cecilia;
Guillermo Esposito, María Cecilia;
Garcia, Pedro;
Meillon-Garia, Luis;
Pereira, Jaime;
Meireless, Suely;
Serrano, Juan;
Tejerina, Mario;
Vera, Felipe;
Karzulovic, Lorena;
Rada, Gabriel;
Schunemann, Holger.
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a common disease in Latin American settings. Implementing international guidelines in Latin American settings requires additional considerations. The purpose of our study was to provide evidence-based guidelines about managing VTE for Latin American patients, clinicians, a...
This guideline covers care and treatment for adults (aged 18 and over) with type 1 diabetes. It
includes advice on diagnosis, education and support, blood glucose management, cardiovascular
risk, and identifying and managing long-term complications....
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing atrial fibrillation in adults. It includes guidance on
providing the best care and treatment for people with atrial fibrillation, including assessing and
managing risks of stroke and bleeding.
The recommendations in this guideline were developed before the CO...
Joly, C. A;
Reynard, P;
Mezzi, K;
Bakhos, D;
Bergeron, F;
Bonnard, D;
Borel, S;
Bouccara, D;
Coez, A;
Dejean, F;
Rio, M. Del;
Leclercq, F;
Henrion, P;
Marx, M;
Mom, T;
Mosnier, I;
Potier, M;
Renard, C;
Thai-Van, H.
This document presents the fundamentals of speech audiometry in noise, general requirements for implementation and criteria for choice among the tests available in French according to the health-professional's needs. The recommendations are based on a systematic analysis of the literature carried out by ...
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing suspected or confirmed autism spectrum disorder
(autism, Asperger's syndrome and atypical autism) in people aged 18 and over. It aims to improve
access and engagement with interventions and services, and the experience of care, for people with
autism....
The term autism describes qualitative differences and impairments in reciprocal social interaction
and social communication, combined with restricted interests and rigid and repetitive behaviours,
often with a lifelong impact. In addition to these features, autistic children and young people
frequently e...
This guideline covers assessing and managing heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia). It aims to
help healthcare professionals investigate the cause of heavy periods that are affecting a woman's
quality of life and to offer the right treatments, taking into account the woman's priorities and
preferences....
