Eight patients suffering from severe ergotamine-induced peripheral ischaemia were transferred to our institution for hyperbaric oxygen treatment after unsuccessful therapy in the primary hospital. The patients were exposed to 3 ATBS oxygen for 1 hour 2-3 times daily and they were given an epidural block for the purpose of analgesia where there was severe pain. The circulation and vitality of tissue were restored in all patients. One had tarsal amputations performed half a year later. Hyperbaric oxygen in combination with epidural analgesia is recommended in severe cases of ergotism.

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Brain donation for research, what do people say?

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Brain↗

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Addicted mothers and their children: a case for coordinated welfare services.

Children of drug-addicted mothers are at an increased risk of premature birth, neonatal complications, developmental delay, understimulation, deprivation, neglect, abuse and even premature death. Research results from four Danish centres are presented and discussed. The material covers the period from 1970-1983. The studies clearly show a need for more coordinated support and services for these families and their children in order to prevent a new generation of 'social losers'.

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The case for widening the referral system.

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