Professor Miriam Brazzelli

Personal Chair

About

Email Address

m.brazzelli@abdn.ac.uk

Telephone Number

+44 (0)1224 438404

Office Address

Health Services Research Unit
University of Aberdeen
3rd Floor, Health Sciences Building
Foresterhill
Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD

School/Department

School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition

Biography

Miriam Brazzelli obtained a Phisiotherapy degree from San Carlo Borromeo Physiotherapy School in 1988 and an honours degree in Psychology (Cognitive Psychology) from the University of Turin (Italy) in 1997. Following early career appointments within the health service in the fields of physiotherapy and neuropsychology she joined the Unit in Jan 1999. She was subsequently awarded a Research Fellowship by the Scottish Executive Health Department, Chief Scientist Office in 2005 to study the methodology of systematic reviews of diagnostic test accuracy studies. She obtained a PhD (Public Health Sciences) from the University of Edinburgh in 2011. She re-joined the Unit in 2012 (Feb) as lead of the Evidence Synthesis Team withint the Health Care Assessment Programme. The focus of her research is on complex evidence syntheses and health technology assessments, which aim to assess the clinical- and cost-effectiveness of new and established healthcare interventions.

Qualifications:

Physiotherapy Degree, Physiotherapy School, Azienda Ospedaliera San Carlo Borromeo, Milan, Italy (1988)

BSc, Hons Psychology, University of Turin, Italy (1997)

PhD by Research (Public Health Sciences), University of Edinburgh (2011)

Publications

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A randomised controlled trial comparing laparoscopic cholecystectomy with observation/conservative management for preventing recurrent symptoms and complications in adults with uncomplicated symptomatic gallstones. (C-Gall trial)
2016 - Published
Malik, M., Murchie, P., Gillies, K., Brazzelli, M. G., Avenell, A., Hernandez, R., Norrie, J., Blazeby, J., Ramsay, C., Ahmed, I.
International Surgical Congress of the Association-of-Surgeons-of-Great-Britain-and-Ireland, pp. 195-196
Contributions to Journals: Abstracts
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/bjs.10266
Alpha-2 agonists for sedation of mechanically ventilated adults in intensive care units: a systematic review
2016 - Published
Cruickshank, M., Henderson, L., MacLennan, G., Fraser, C., Campbell, M., Blackwood, B., Gordon, A., Brazzelli, M.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 20, no. 25, pp. 0-120
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta20250
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/5856/1/FullReport_hta20250.pdf
Author Response - ABCD2 score and secondary stroke prevention: Meta-analysis and effect per 1,000 patients triaged
2016 - Published
Wardlaw, J. M., Brazzelli, M., Chappell, F., Dennis, M. S., Sandercock, P. A.
Neurology, vol. 86, no. 7, pp. 697
Contributions to Journals: Letters
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1212/WNL.0000000000002411
- [ONLINE] View publication in Scopus
Physical ﬁtness training for stroke patients
2016 - Published
Sanders, D. H., Sanderson, M., Hayes, S., Kilrane, M., Greig, C. A., Brazzelli, M., Mead, G. E.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no. 3, pp. 1-411
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD003316.pub6
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/8386/1/Saunders_et_al_2016_The_Cochrane_library.pdf
The clinical and cost-effectiveness of open mesh repairs in adults presenting with a clinically diagnosed unilateral, primary inguinal hernia who are operated in an elective setting: systematic review and economic evaluation
2015 - Published
Sharma, P., Boyers, D., Scott, N. W., Hernandez, R. A., Fraser, C. M., Cruickshank, M., Ahmed, I., Ramsay, C. R., Brazzelli, M. G.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 19, no. 92, pp. i - 141
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta19920
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/10136/1/FullReport_hta19920.pdf
- [ONLINE] https://abdn.pure.elsevier.com/en/en/researchoutput/the-clinical-and-costeffectiveness-of-open-mesh-repairs-in-adults-presenting-with-a-clinically-diagnosed-unilateral-primary-inguinal-hernia-who-are-operated-in-an-elective-setting(fb2aae23-fb29-4545-8fcf-56dfeab37b8f).html
Collagenase clostridium histolyticum for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture: systematic review and economic evaluation
2015 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Cruickshank, M., Tassie, E., McNamee, P., Robertson, C., Elders, A., Fraser, C., Hernandez, R., Lawrie, D., Ramsay, C.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 19, no. 90, pp. 1-202
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta19900
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/5550/1/FullReport_hta20080.pdf
ABCD2 score and secondary stroke prevention: Meta-analysis and effect per 1,000 patients triaged
2015 - Published
Wardlaw, J. M., Brazzelli, M., Chappell, F. M., Miranda, H., Shuler, K., Sandercock, P. A. G., Dennis, M. S.
Neurology, vol. 85, no. 4, pp. 373-380
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1212/WNL.0000000000001780
Ablative therapy for people with localised prostate cancer: a systematic review and economic evaluation
2015 - Published
Ramsay, C. R., Adewuyi, T. E., Gray, J., Hislop, J., Shirley, M. D., Jayakody, S., MacLennan, G., Fraser, C., MacLennan, S., Brazzelli, M., N'Dow, J., Pickard, R., Robertson, C., Rothnie, K., Rushton, S. P., Vale, L., Lam, T. B.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 19, no. 49, pp. 1-524
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta19490
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/4713/3/Ramsay_etal_HTA_Ablative_Therapy_For_VOR.pdf
Is self-monitoring an effective option for people receiving long-term vitamin K antagonist therapy? A systematic review and economic evaluation
2015 - Published
Sharma, P., Scotland, G., Cruickshank, M., Tassie, E., Fraser, C., Burton, C. D., Croal, B., Ramsay, C. R., Brazzelli, M. G.
BMJ Open, vol. 5, no. 6, e007758
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2015-007758
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/4684/1/Sharma_BMJOpen_2015.pdf
Assessment of diagnostic tests and the impact on decision making: self-monitoring of oral anticoagulation therapy: Oral presentation
2015 - Published
Sharma, P., Scotland, G. S., Cruickshank, M., Tassie, E., Fraser, C. M., Burton, C. D., Croal, B. L., Ramsay, C. R., Brazzelli, M. G.
Contributions to Conferences: Other Contributions
The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of point-of-care tests (CoaguChek system, INRatio2 PT/INR monitor and ProTime Microcoagulation system) for the self-monitoring of the coagulation status of people receiving long-term vitamin K antagonist therapy, compared with standard UK practice: systematic review and economic evaluation
2015 - Published
Sharma, P., Scotland, G. S., Cruickshank, M., Tassie, E., Fraser, C., Burton, C. D., Croal, B., Ramsay, C. R., Brazzelli, M.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 19, no. 48, pp. 1-172
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta19480
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/8976/1/Sharma_2015.pdf
Systematic review of the clinical and cost effectiveness of cholecystectomy versus observation/conservative management for uncomplicated symptomatic gallstones or cholecystitis
2015 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Cruickshank, M., Kilonzo, M., Ahmed, I., Stewart, F., McNamee, P., Elders, A., Fraser, C., Avenell, A., Ramsay, C.
Surgical Endoscopy, vol. 29, no. 3, pp. 637-647
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-014-3712-6
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/5579/1/Brazzelli_2014.pdf
- [ONLINE] https://abdn.pure.elsevier.com/en/en/researchoutput/systematic-review-of-the-clinical-and-cost-effectiveness-of-cholecystectomy-versus-observationconservative-management-for-uncomplicated-symptomatic-gallstones-or-cholecystitis(e29a0a7a-469c-40f1-ad6f-8ca6e5c92211).html
Optic nerve head and ﬁbre layer imaging for diagnosing glaucoma
2015 - Published
Michelessi, M., Lucenteforte, E., Oddone, F., Brazzelli, M. G., Parravano, M., Franchi, S., Ng, S. M., Virgili, G.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no. 11, CD008803
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD008803.pub2
Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of cholecystectomy compared with observation/conservative management for preventing recurrent symptoms and complications in adults presenting with uncomplicated symptomatic gallstones or cholecystitis: a systematic review and economic evaluation
2014 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Cruickshank, M., Kilonzo, M., Ahmed, I., Stewart, F., McNamee, P., Elders, A., Fraser, C., Avenell, A., Ramsay, C.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 18, no. 55, pp. 1-102
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta18550
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/4180/1/Brazzelli_2014.pdf
An assessment of the cost-effectiveness of magnetic resonance, including diffusion-weighted imaging in patients with transient ischaemic attack and minor stroke: a systematic review, meta-analysis and economic evaluation
2014 - Published
Wardlaw, J., Brazzelli, M., Miranda, H., Chappell, F., McNamee, P., Scotland, G. S., Quayyum, Z., Martin, D., Shuler, K., Sandercock, P., Dennis, M.
Health Technology Assessment, vol. 18, no. 27, pp. 1-368, v-xxvi
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.3310/hta18270
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/15631/1/Wardlaw_etal_HTA_Assessment_costeffectiveness_VOR.pdf
Physical Fitness Training for Patients With Stroke: An Updated Review
2014 - Published
Saunders, D. H., Sanderson, M., Brazzelli, M., Greig, C. A., Mead, G. E.
Stroke, vol. 45, no. 4, pp. e54-e55
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1161/STROKEAHA.113.003935
Diffusion-weighted imaging and diagnosis of transient ischemic attack
2014 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Chappell, F. M., Miranda, H., Shuler, K., Dennis, M., Sandercock, P. A. G., Muir, K., Wardlaw, J. M.
Annals of Neurology, vol. 75, no. 1, pp. 67-76
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/ana.24026
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/4949/1/Brazzelli_et_al_2014_Annals_of_Neurology.pdf
Transcranial Doppler sonography for detecting stenosis or occlusion of intracranial arteries in people with acute ischaemic stroke
2013 - Published
Mattioni, A., Brazzelli, M., Cenciarelli, S., Mazzoli, T., Del Sette, M., Gandolfo, C., Marinoni, M., Finocchi, C., Saia, V., Eusebi, P., Sandercock, P. A. G., Ricci, S.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no. 9, pp. 1-15
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD010722
Clinical and imaging services for TIA and minor stroke: results of two surveys of practice across the UK
2013 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Shuler, K., Quayyum, Z., Hadley, D., Muir, K., McNamee, P., De Wilde, J., Dennis, M., Sandercock, P., Wardlaw, J. M.
BMJ Open, vol. 3, no. 8, 3359
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2013-003359
- [OPEN ACCESS] http://aura.abdn.ac.uk/bitstream/2164/5608/1/BMJ_Open_2013_Brazzelli_.pdf
Physical fitness training for stroke patients
2013 - Published
Saunders, D. H., Sanderson, M., Brazzelli, M., Greig, C. A., Mead, G. E.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no. 10, CD003316
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD003316.pub5
Physical fitness training for patients with stroke: updated review
2012 - Published
Brazzelli, M. G., Saunders, D. H., Greig, C. A., Mead, G. E.
Stroke, vol. 43, no. 4, pp. e39-e40
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1161/STROKEAHA.111.647008
Behavioural and cognitive interventions with or without other treatments for the management of faecal incontinence in children
2011 - Published
Brazzelli, M. G., Griffiths, P. V., Cody, J. D., Tappin, D.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no. 12, CD002240
Contributions to Journals: Articles
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD002240.pub4
Physical fitness training for stroke patients
2011 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Saunders, D. H., Greig, C. A., Mead, G. E.
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no. 11, CD003316
Contributions to Journals: Literature Reviews
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD003316.pub4
Evidence-based guideline: the role of diffusion and perfusion MRI for the diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke: report of the Therapeutics and Technology Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology
2011 - Published
Brazzelli, M. G., Sandercock, P., Wardlaw, J.
Neurology, vol. 76, no. 23, pp. 2036-2038
Contributions to Journals: Letters
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1212/WNL.0b013e318219a0b4
MRI versus CT for detection of acute vascular lesions in patients presenting with stroke symptoms
2010 - Published
Brazzelli, M., Sandercock, P. A., Celani, M. G., Righetti, E., Chappell, F. M., Arestis, N., Wardlaw, J. M., Deeks, J. J.
Contributions to Journals: Short Survey
- [ONLINE] DOI: https://doi.org/10.1161/STROKEAHA.109.568667
- [ONLINE] View publication in Scopus

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Biography

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A randomised controlled trial comparing laparoscopic cholecystectomy with observation/conservative management for preventing recurrent symptoms and complications in adults with uncomplicated symptomatic gallstones. (C-Gall trial)

Alpha-2 agonists for sedation of mechanically ventilated adults in intensive care units: a systematic review

Author Response - ABCD2 score and secondary stroke prevention: Meta-analysis and effect per 1,000 patients triaged

Physical ﬁtness training for stroke patients

The clinical and cost-effectiveness of open mesh repairs in adults presenting with a clinically diagnosed unilateral, primary inguinal hernia who are operated in an elective setting: systematic review and economic evaluation

Collagenase clostridium histolyticum for the treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture: systematic review and economic evaluation

ABCD2 score and secondary stroke prevention: Meta-analysis and effect per 1,000 patients triaged

Ablative therapy for people with localised prostate cancer: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Is self-monitoring an effective option for people receiving long-term vitamin K antagonist therapy? A systematic review and economic evaluation

Assessment of diagnostic tests and the impact on decision making: self-monitoring of oral anticoagulation therapy: Oral presentation

Systematic review of the clinical and cost effectiveness of cholecystectomy versus observation/conservative management for uncomplicated symptomatic gallstones or cholecystitis

Optic nerve head and ﬁbre layer imaging for diagnosing glaucoma

Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of cholecystectomy compared with observation/conservative management for preventing recurrent symptoms and complications in adults presenting with uncomplicated symptomatic gallstones or cholecystitis: a systematic review and economic evaluation

An assessment of the cost-effectiveness of magnetic resonance, including diffusion-weighted imaging in patients with transient ischaemic attack and minor stroke: a systematic review, meta-analysis and economic evaluation

Physical Fitness Training for Patients With Stroke: An Updated Review

Diffusion-weighted imaging and diagnosis of transient ischemic attack

Transcranial Doppler sonography for detecting stenosis or occlusion of intracranial arteries in people with acute ischaemic stroke

Clinical and imaging services for TIA and minor stroke: results of two surveys of practice across the UK

Physical fitness training for stroke patients

Physical fitness training for patients with stroke: updated review

Behavioural and cognitive interventions with or without other treatments for the management of faecal incontinence in children

Physical fitness training for stroke patients

Evidence-based guideline: the role of diffusion and perfusion MRI for the diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke: report of the Therapeutics and Technology Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology

MRI versus CT for detection of acute vascular lesions in patients presenting with stroke symptoms

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