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View article: Cisto pélvico fetal em ecografia de rotina - relato de caso e revisão de literatura
Cisto pélvico fetal em ecografia de rotina - relato de caso e revisão de literatura Open
Introdução: Os cistos abdominais e pélvicos fetais representam achados ecográficos que exigem investigação quanto à etiologia, possíveis complicações e conduta. Os mais comuns são os cistos ovarianos em fetos do sexo feminino, geralmente b…
View article: Influência do cortisol em pacientes portadores de psoríase: uma revisão bibliográfica dos mecanismos fisiopatológico e implicações clínicas
Influência do cortisol em pacientes portadores de psoríase: uma revisão bibliográfica dos mecanismos fisiopatológico e implicações clínicas Open
Considerando que a psoríase é uma doença inflamatória crônica imunomediada que afeta milhões de pessoas no mundo e está associada à disfunção do eixo hipotálamo-hipófise-adrenal (HPA) — responsável pela regulação do cortisol —, torna-se re…
View article: Soluble vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 1 (VEGFR1): A possible biomarker in BPS/IC?
Soluble vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 1 (VEGFR1): A possible biomarker in BPS/IC? Open
Introduction:: Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) pathophysiology is not fully understood. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) has been implicated in bladder vasculature alterations and nociception, but the role of …
View article: Boosting anticoagulation adherence in atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter: the impact of a simple nudge strategy before elective electrical cardioversion
Boosting anticoagulation adherence in atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter: the impact of a simple nudge strategy before elective electrical cardioversion Open
Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter (AFL) are important causes of morbidity and increase stroke risk, particularly after conversion to sinus rhythm. Therapeutic anticoagulation for ≥3 weeks reduces this risk to <1%, b…
View article: Epidemiology and Outcomes of Intramedullary Nailing for Tibial Diaphyseal Fractures: A Retrospective Multicenter Cohort Study
Epidemiology and Outcomes of Intramedullary Nailing for Tibial Diaphyseal Fractures: A Retrospective Multicenter Cohort Study Open
The findings suggest that IMN is effective in achieving consolidation and low complication rates in Brazilian hospitals.
View article: CUIDAR DE QUEM CUIDA: SAÚDE MENTAL DE CUIDADORES INFORMAIS DE PESSOAS COM DEMÊNCIA NA APS
CUIDAR DE QUEM CUIDA: SAÚDE MENTAL DE CUIDADORES INFORMAIS DE PESSOAS COM DEMÊNCIA NA APS Open
View article: Intramedullary Nailing in Femoral Diaphyseal Fractures: A Retrospective Multicenter Cohort Study
Intramedullary Nailing in Femoral Diaphyseal Fractures: A Retrospective Multicenter Cohort Study Open
Intramedullary nails (IMNs) are the most frequent surgical fixation method for femur fractures. Although IMNs provide good healing outcomes and low complication rates, concerns persist regarding potential complications such as malunion, no…
View article: A atuação dos Agentes Comunitários de Saúde no acompanhamento às pessoas com hipertensão arterial e diabetes mellitus durante a pandemia da COVID-19
A atuação dos Agentes Comunitários de Saúde no acompanhamento às pessoas com hipertensão arterial e diabetes mellitus durante a pandemia da COVID-19 Open
Objetivo: Analisar a atuação dos Agente Comunitário de Saúde (ACS) no acompanhamento das pessoas com Hipertensão Arterial Sistêmica e Diabete Mellitus em uma cidade do Recôncavo da Bahia durante a pandemia da COVID-19. Métodos: Trata-se de…
View article: LEVANTAMENTO DA DEMANDA DE REPOSIÇÃO FLORESTAL POR AUTUAÇÕES EM MUNICÍPIOS DO ESTADO DO PARÁ
LEVANTAMENTO DA DEMANDA DE REPOSIÇÃO FLORESTAL POR AUTUAÇÕES EM MUNICÍPIOS DO ESTADO DO PARÁ Open
Ao analisar os dados da demanda de reposição florestal, em virtude de autuações realizadas pelo Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Naturais Renováveis (Ibama) no período entre os anos de 2012 e 2017, nos municípios de San…
View article: P186 Outcomes of radical nephrectomy with vena cava thrombectomy in renal cell carcinoma: A decade-long retrospective analysis
P186 Outcomes of radical nephrectomy with vena cava thrombectomy in renal cell carcinoma: A decade-long retrospective analysis Open
View article: A Pilot Study of Functional Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging in BPS/IC Patients: Evidence of Central Sensitization
A Pilot Study of Functional Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging in BPS/IC Patients: Evidence of Central Sensitization Open
Bladder pain syndrome/Interstitial cystitis (BPS/IC) is characterized by increased activity in bladder afferent pathways, recruitment of silent nociceptive neurons, and sensitization of the brain areas responsible for pain amplification. D…
View article: A Peculiar Cause of Shock: Analysing Two Clinical Cases
A Peculiar Cause of Shock: Analysing Two Clinical Cases Open
Introduction. Pheochromocytoma is a rare neoplasia arising from the adrenal medulla that secretes catecholamines. Those afflicted by this condition can present a wide range of symptoms. One of the most common is paroxysmic hypertension. In…
View article: Characterization and comparison of rhythm disturbances after atrial or arterial switch surgeries for dextro-transposition of the great arteries: a long-term follow-up study
Characterization and comparison of rhythm disturbances after atrial or arterial switch surgeries for dextro-transposition of the great arteries: a long-term follow-up study Open
Introduction and objectives Dextro-transposition of the great arteries (D-TGA) is a congenital heart disease (CHD) palliated with atrial switch (ATR-S) and, more recently, with arterial switch (ART-S). As late complications from ATR-S are …
View article: It is not too late for ... percutaneous angiography in a 90-plus population
It is not too late for ... percutaneous angiography in a 90-plus population Open
Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. Introduction Elderly people represent a vulnerable but increasing population presenting to percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). The benefit of revascularization in acute coronary…
View article: Effect of Intratrigonal Botulinum Toxin in Patients with Bladder Pain Syndrome/Interstitial Cystitis: A Long-Term, Single-Center Study in Real-Life Conditions
Effect of Intratrigonal Botulinum Toxin in Patients with Bladder Pain Syndrome/Interstitial Cystitis: A Long-Term, Single-Center Study in Real-Life Conditions Open
The high percentage of treatment failures seen in patients with bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis (BPS/IC) managed conservatively frequently demands invasive treatment options. We aimed to evaluate the long-term efficacy and adve…
View article: Reduced 3D-left atrium ejection fraction predicts development of atrial fibrillation in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Reduced 3D-left atrium ejection fraction predicts development of atrial fibrillation in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Open
Introduction Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained arrhythmia in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), occurring in approximately 25% of patients, related to left atrial (LA) dilatation and remodeling. HCM patients who develop…
View article: “Innocent” ventricular arrhythmia – can cardiovascular magnetic resonance augment diagnosis of structural heart disease?
“Innocent” ventricular arrhythmia – can cardiovascular magnetic resonance augment diagnosis of structural heart disease? Open
Background Ventricular arrhythmias (VA) include a spectrum that ranges from premature ventricular beats (VPBs) to ventricular fibrillation (VF) and account for approximately 50% of all cardiovascular deaths. Echocardiography is commonly us…
View article: Acute total occlusion of the unprotected left main coronary artery – patient characteristics and outcomes
Acute total occlusion of the unprotected left main coronary artery – patient characteristics and outcomes Open
Background Acute total occlusion of the unprotected left main coronary artery (ATOLMCA) is a dramatic entity with very high mortality. Owing to its infrequency, there is limited and inconsistent data regarding this population. Purpose To d…
View article: Aortic valve calcium score: does it correlate with mean transaortic gradient?
Aortic valve calcium score: does it correlate with mean transaortic gradient? Open
Introduction Aortic valvular calcium score (AVCS) is useful in patients with aortic stenosis for whom echocardiography was not conclusive in grading its severity. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) is an established procedure o…
View article: Silodosin Improves Pain and Urinary Frequency in Bladder Pain Syndrome/Interstitial Cystitis Patients
Silodosin Improves Pain and Urinary Frequency in Bladder Pain Syndrome/Interstitial Cystitis Patients Open
Purpose: Bladder Pain Syndrome/Interstitial Cystitis (BPS/IC) is a bladder-related chronic inflammatory disease. Data indicate that stress enhances the excitability of bladder nociceptors through the stimulation of alpha1A-adrenoceptors. S…
View article: Myofascial Pelvic Pain: Best Orientation and Clinical Practice. Position of the European Association of Urology Guidelines Panel on Chronic Pelvic Pain
Myofascial Pelvic Pain: Best Orientation and Clinical Practice. Position of the European Association of Urology Guidelines Panel on Chronic Pelvic Pain Open
Pain and inflammation of the body's muscle and soft tissues (myofascial pain) frequently occurs in pelvic pain syndromes. Its presence must be evaluated to optimize management for each patient. If diagnosed, myofascial pain should be treat…
View article: The Role of Urinary VEGF in Observational Studies of BPS/IC Patients: A Systematic Review
The Role of Urinary VEGF in Observational Studies of BPS/IC Patients: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis (BPS/IC) is a chronic pain condition, often underdiagnosed, with an important impact on patient quality of life. More recently, an association between VEGF and its receptors has been …
View article: Daily low dose of tadalafil improves pain and frequency in bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis patients
Daily low dose of tadalafil improves pain and frequency in bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis patients Open
Daily low-dose tadalafil is an easy, well-tolerated, and effective treatment for refractory BPS/IC in women.
View article: The male and female gonad transcriptome of the edible sea urchin, Paracentrotus lividus: Identification of sex-related and lipid biosynthesis genes
The male and female gonad transcriptome of the edible sea urchin, Paracentrotus lividus: Identification of sex-related and lipid biosynthesis genes Open
Paracentrotus lividus is the most abundant, geographically distributed, and desirable echinoid species in Europe. Although economically important, this species has scarce genomic resources available. Here, we produced and comprehensively c…
View article: HER2 positive breast cancer: is there a preventive role of cardioprotective drugs?
HER2 positive breast cancer: is there a preventive role of cardioprotective drugs? Open
Introduction In patients with breast cancer, anti-HER2-targeted therapies (AHT) are highly associated with cardiotoxicity (CT), being the main reason for treatment interruption in patients receiving adjuvant trastuzumab. Guidelines recomme…
View article: Could the soluble form of VEGFR1 be used as a biomarker and therapeutic target for BPS/IC?
Could the soluble form of VEGFR1 be used as a biomarker and therapeutic target for BPS/IC? Open
View article: The male and female gonad transcriptome of the edible sea urchin, Paracentrotus lividus: identification of sex-related and lipid biosynthesis genes
The male and female gonad transcriptome of the edible sea urchin, Paracentrotus lividus: identification of sex-related and lipid biosynthesis genes Open
Paracentrotus lividus is the most abundant, distributed and desirable echinoid species in Europe. Although, economically important, this species has scarce genomic resources available. Here, we produced and comprehensively characterized th…
View article: Salvage of a Near-Total Penile Amputation following Urinary Fistulization and Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Infection with a Composite ALT Flap and Vascularized Fascia Lata
Salvage of a Near-Total Penile Amputation following Urinary Fistulization and Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Infection with a Composite ALT Flap and Vascularized Fascia Lata Open
Reconstruction of complex penile defects is always challenging, as some defects are not possible to reconstruct with skin or mucosa grafts, and even local flaps may be precluded in complex wounds. We present a case of a 63-year-old otherwi…
View article: Refractory bladder pain syndrome/Interstitial cystitis: The role of functional brain MRI
Refractory bladder pain syndrome/Interstitial cystitis: The role of functional brain MRI Open
View article: Descobrindo o significado de números misteriosos nos cadernos de Fernando Pessoa
Descobrindo o significado de números misteriosos nos cadernos de Fernando Pessoa Open
Alguns dos cadernos de Fernando Pessoa contêm bastante informação numérica que num primeiro olhar podem não fazer sentido. As pistas deixadas pelo escritor não são muitas e por vezes resultam pouco claras. Muitos dos números obtidos a part…