1. 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

2. Compulsory notification of injuries in aesthetic procedures. Impact on patient safety

Abstract The disparity between the number of aesthetic procedures performed worldwide, and the complications described in the literature is remarkable. Doubts regarding the underreporting are reasonable and should be considered. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the scarcity of scientific publications on complications in aesthetic procedures compared t

Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia. Publicado em: 2022

3. Business process prioritization criteria: a case study in the financial market

Abstract Purpose This paper aims to analyze and examine how an organization from the financial sector prioritizes its business processes and what criteria are adopted to select the most appropriate process for improvement projects. Design/methodology/approach This descriptive research is based on an exploratory approach. Qualitative methodology was applied

RAUSP Management Journal. Publicado em: 2022

4. Physical frailty, activity limitation and mortality in older Brazilians: longitudinal findings from FIBRA-BH study (2009-2019)

Resumo O objetivo foi investigar a associação longitudinal entre fragilidade física e mudança no perfil de limitação para realizar as atividades básicas e instrumentais de vida diária (ABVD e AIVD) e mortalidade em 10 anos em idosos comunitários brasileiros. Um estudo longitudinal foi conduzido com dados do Estudo da Fragilidade em Idosos Brasileiro

Ciência & Saúde Coletiva. Publicado em: 2022

5. Update on trabecular bone score

ABSTRACT Trabecular bone score (TBS) is an indirect and noninvasive measure of bone quality. A low TBS indicates degraded bone microarchitecture, predicts osteoporotic fracture, and is partially independent of clinical risk factors and bone mineral density (BMD). There is substantial evidence supporting the use of TBS to assess vertebral, hip, and major oste

Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022

6. Association between low level of physical activity and mobility limitation in older adults: evidence from the SABE study

Resumo Vários estudos são limitados por meio da verificação do nível de atividade física com questionários, mas não possuem medidas objetivas em adultos mais velhos. O objetivo deste artigo é analisar a associação entre um baixo nível de atividade física e limitação de mobilidade em idosos. Um estudo transversal de base populacional realizado

Ciência & Saúde Coletiva. Publicado em: 2022

7. Countries’ governance and competitiveness: business environment mediating effect

Abstract Purpose The purpose of this study is to analyze how institutional governance and business environment affect countries’ competitiveness and their relative importance. Design/methodology/approach In this paper, the authors analyze how institutional governance and business environment affect countries’ competitiveness, their relative importance

RAUSP Management Journal. Publicado em: 2022

8. Dermatological manifestations relating to nutritional deficiencies after bariatric surgery: case report and integrative literature review

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The number of bariatric surgeries performed worldwide is growing. Among the main short, medium or long-term complications after surgery are nutritional deficiencies. Many of these, such as those of Zn, Cu and vitamins A, B1, B3, B6 and B12, are manifested by dermatological lesions before potentially fatal systemic disorders occur. OBJE

Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022

9. The added value of non-contrast 3-Tesla MRI for the pre-operative localization of hyperparathyroidism

Abstract Objective: We investigated the efficacy of non-contrast 3-Tesla MR imaging added to the combination of sestamibi with99mTc (MIBI) scintigraphy and Ultrasonography (US) for the pre-operative localization of Primary Hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) lesions. Methods: A total of 34 parathyroid glands, including nine normal glands, were examined with MIBI, U

Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022

10. Validation of the Brazilian version of the child pain catastrophizing scale and its relationship with a marker of central sensitization

Abstract Objectives The Pain Catastrophizing Scale-Child version (PCS-C) allows to identify children who are prone to catastrophic thinking. We aimed to adapt the Brazilian version of PCS-C (BPCS-C) to examine scale psychometric properties and factorial structure in children with and without chronic pain. Also, we assessed its correlation with salivary leve

Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022

11. Endoscopic Holmium Laser harvesting of bladder mucosal graft for substitution urethroplasty

ABSTRACT Introduction: Tissue transfer has been used in urethral reconstruction for decades, and several grafts have been described (1, 2). The ideal graft would have optimal tissue characteristics and lead to minimal morbidity at the donor site. Urethroplasty using bladder mucosa was first described by Memmelaar in 1947 (3). The main limitation in using bl

International braz j urol. Publicado em: 2022

12. Challenges of business models for sustainability in startups

Abstract Purpose This study aims to analyze the challenges startups face in implementing business models for sustainability. In particular, the research question of this study is: How do the challenges faced by startups affect business models for sustainability in the context of an emerging country? Design/methodology/approach Startups are increasingly inc

RAUSP Management Journal. Publicado em: 2022