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13. Preoperative fasting for the infusion of “yerba mate”: a randomized clinical trial with ultrasound evaluation of gastric contents
Abstract Background The traditional infusion of “yerba mate” is widely consumed in South America and exported to countries around the world. Although generally considered a “clear fluid”, there is no data to date on the gastric emptying time of yerba mate and safe preoperative fasting intervals. The objective of this study was to evaluate the gastri
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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14. C-Reactive Protein to Albumin Ratio as A Novel Inflammatory-Based Marker for 30-Day Mortality in Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
Abstract Objective: We aimed to investigate whether C-reactive protein to albumin ratio (CAR) predicts the early and late mortality in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Methods: This study was retrospectively designed and includes 170 TAVR patients with a mean age of 78.4±7.1 years. Patients were divided into 2 groups as t
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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15. Baseline laboratory parameters for preliminary diagnosis of COVID-19 among children: a cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Clinical judgment of initial baseline laboratory tests plays an important role in triage and preliminary diagnosis among coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients. OBJECTIVES: To determine the differences in laboratory parameters between COVID-19 and COVID-like patients, and between COVID-19 and healthy children. Additionally, to as
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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16. Mediators of energy homeostasis in hyperthyroidism
ABSTRACT Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of hyperthyroidism and its treatment on body weight and composition, insulin resistance, and mediators of appetite and energy homeostasis, namely ghrelin, leptin, adiponectin, and fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21). Subjects and methods: Thirty-five adult patients (27 female and 8 male, ag
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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17. A randomized clinical trial on inhaled ciclesonide for managing acute asthma in the emergency room
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Use of inhaled corticosteroids for managing acute asthma exacerbations has been tested since the 1990s. OBJECTIVE: To compare high doses of inhaled ciclesonide with systemic hydrocortisone for managing acute asthma exacerbations in the emergency department. DESIGN AND SETTING: Double-blind, randomized clinical trial in the public heal
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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18. Effects of zoledronic acid therapy in fibrous dysplasia of bone: a single-center experience
ABSTRACT Objective: Fibrous dysplasia (FD) is a rare bone disorder that can involve any part of the skeleton, leading to bone pain, deformities, and fractures. Treatment with intravenous bisphosphonates has been used with variable results. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the effects of zoledronic acid (ZA) therapy in patients with monostotic or polyostotic
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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19. Validation of the brazilian version of the oral health impact profile - Aesthetic questionnaire
Resumo O objetivo do estudo foi desenvolver a versão brasileira do Oral Health Impact Profile - Aesthetic Questionnaire (OHIP-Aes-Braz) e testar suas propriedades psicométricas. As versões de teste do questionário foram desenvolvidas por um painel de especialistas e um pré-teste foi realizado em um grupo focal. Os dados usados para testar suas proprieda
Brazilian Dental Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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20. Implication of AV node blockers in patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing head and neck surgery; BRASH syndrome: a case report
Abstract BRASH (Bradycardia, Renal failure, Atrioventricular [AV]-node blocker medications, Shock, and Hyperkalemia), a novel syndrome, is a synergistic interaction between AV node blockers and hyperkalemia, resulting in bradycardia. We report a case of BRASH syndrome with marked bradycardia in a patient with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) associated with sy
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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21. Preoperative Left Ventricular Global Longitudinal Strain Identifies Aortic Stenosis Patients with Improved Postoperative Recovery of Left Ventricular Geometry: A Prospective Cohort Study
Abstract Introduction: The left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) is commonly used as a marker of aortic stenosis (AS) disease severity and to indicate surgical intervention. However, an LVEF <50% identifies mainly advanced disease. Hence, earlier detection of subclinical LV systolic dysfunction may improve clinical decision-making. The global longitudin
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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22. Hearing aid effectiveness on patients with chronic tinnitus and associated hearing loss
Abstract Objective: Our study aimed to measure the effectiveness of using HA in reducing the disturbance caused by tinnitus. Methods: Study was designed as a within-subjects clinical trial. Nineteen patients with chronic tinnitus and untreated sensorineural hearing loss were under counseling, HA fitting and 6 months follow-up. Tinnitus assessment was perfo
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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23. An inconvenient status in anti-osteoporotic treatment process: corticosteroid use
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: There are limited studies investigating the comparison of the efficacy of anti-osteoporotic drugs in different conditions resulting in osteoporosis in older adults. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of anti-osteoporotic agents in older adults with or without glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis. METHODS: This retrospective stu
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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24. Evaluation of cytokine levels as possible predicting elements in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the patterns of serum cytokines in chronic lymphocytic leukemia patients at baseline and post-chemotherapy and investigate their association with response to treatment and chronic lymphocytic leukemia prognosis. METHODS: Blood samples were taken from 32 subjects at their first medical visit after being diagnose
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022