Drugs Use
Mostrando 13-24 de 2023 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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13. Efficacy of opioids and non-opioid analgesics in the treatment of post procedure pain of burned patients: a narrative review
Abstract Introduction Burns are a common trauma that cause acute severe pain in up to 80% of patients. The objective of this narrative review is to evaluate the efficacy of opioids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, paracetamol, gabapentinoids, ketamine, and lidocaine in the treatment of acute pain in burn victims. Methodology The databases explored w
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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14. Hospitalization due to mental and behavioral disorders caused by use of alcohol and psychoactive substances among older adults and elderly people in Brazil: a cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: It has been estimated that 17% of individuals aged 50 years or older suffer from addiction to legal or illegal drugs. Use of alcohol and psychoactive substances has been correlated with several diseases, e.g. psychiatric conditions and cardiovascular and sexual dysfunctions. Objective: To discuss the Brazilian profile of mental and beh
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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15. Risk factors associated with treatment of hyperactive postoperative delirium in elderly patients following hip fracture surgery under regional anesthesia: a nationwide population-based study
Abstract Background and objectives: Delirium is common but is frequently undetected by clinicians, despite the fact that it can be life-threatening. This study aimed to identify the incidence of delirium and the preoperative factors associated with perioperative use of drugs to treat hyperactive delirium in elderly patients who underwent hip fracture surger
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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16. Epidemiology and outcomes of septic shock in children with complex chronic conditions in a developing country PICU
Abstract Objective: To investigate the role of Complex Chronic Conditions (CCCs) on the outcomes of pediatric patients with refractory septic shock, as well as the accuracy of PELOD-2 and Vasoactive Inotropic Score (VIS) to predict mortality in this specific population. Methods: This is a single-center, retrospective cohort study. All patients diagnosed wi
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2022
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17. Treatment options in hypoparathyroidism
ABSTRACT Hypoparathyroidism remains the single endocrine deficiency disease that is not habitually treated with the missing hormone. In this article, we aim to provide a review of the conventional approach and the novel therapies as well as an overview of the perspectives on the treatment of this rare condition. We conducted a literature review on the conven
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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18. 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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19. Comparison of the effects of duloxetine and pregabalin on pain and associated factors in patients with knee osteoarthritis
SUMMARY OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to investigate the effects of duloxetine and pregabalin primarily on pain and functional status in patients with knee osteoarthritis and secondarily on quality of life, depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbance. METHODS: A total of 66 patients with knee osteoarthritis were randomized to use duloxetine or pregabalin. Pa
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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20. Potentially inappropriate medication use in hospitalized elderly patients
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medication prescription in hospitalized elderly patients according to the 2019 American Geriatrics Society Beers Criteria. METHODS: This study is a prospective analysis of electronic medical records of elderly patients admitted to the Department of Medicine, Hospital
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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21. Drug utilization study in neonatal intensive care unit at tertiary care hospital
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Neonates are more susceptible to drug interactions and adverse effects, and special care should be taken when prescribing medication to them. This study aimed to investigate drug usage in the neonatal intensive care unit of a tertiary care hospital. METHODS: This prospective observational study was conducted on 98 patients at the Apollo
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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22. Impact of extending prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting for cancer surgical patients in the PACU: a before and after retrospective study
Abstract Backgrounds Procedures for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV) prevention are mostly based on identification of the risk factors before administering antiemetic drugs. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of the extended use of antiemetic on the PONV in the Postanesthetic Care Unit (PACU). Methods Two separate 4-year periods (
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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23. First-line biologic therapy with tumor necrosis factor inhibitors for psoriatic arthritis: a prospective observational study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects multiple joints. It is associated with psoriasis and treated with synthetic and biologic drugs. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to assess the outcomes of patients who received biologic therapy with tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors in terms of effe
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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24. Use of Diuretics is Associated with Higher Risk of Sarcopenia in Older Adults with Hypertension
Abstract Background: Sarcopenia is a disease that involves skeletal muscle mass loss and is highly prevalent in the older adult population. Moreover, the incidence of sarcopenia is increased in patients with hypertension. Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate the association between the classes of the drugs used for arterial hypertension treatment and th
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022