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Mostrando 1-12 de 437 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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1. Analysis of Patients Undergoing Colonoscopies and the Importance of Exam Quality for Colorectal Cancer Screening
Summary Objective To determine the impact of the quality of colonoscopy examination for colorectal cancer screening. Methods Retrospective observational study ofmedical records from patients treated at the endoscopy and colonoscopy service of Hospital Universitário Evangélico Mackenzie (Curitiba, PR, Brazil) from January 2019 to January 2020. Results
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022
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2. Oral manifestations of leukemia as part of early diagnosis
ABSTRACT Introduction: The oral cavity can present the first clinical manifestations of leukemia, therefore; it is important to recognize their principal characteristics. Objective: To identify oral manifestations as the first clinical signs of leukemia. Methods: This is an integrative review, that gathered data from articles with oral manifestations of l
Hematology, Transfusion and Cell Therapy. Publicado em: 2022
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3. Correlation between PET-CT and ct in the staging after the treatment of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma
Abstract Objective: The aim of this study is to find out if a single imaging test is enough to follow-up on an oncological post-treatment patient. In such a case, we would know which was more valuable after comparing the two, by CT or PET-CT. Methods: Between January 2012 and July 2018, we collected data from all patients with previous medical history who
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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4. Acquisition of endoscopic nasal surgery skills with a lamb’s head model
Abstract Objectives: To evaluate the acquisition of surgical skills by otolaryngology residents and established the minimum number of dissections of a lamb’s model to be performed before practicing on human patients. Methods: Nineteen second-year otolaryngology residents performed ten dissections each, five on each nasal cavity, always practicing the sam
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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5. Prevalence of Tinnitus in Patients Diagnosed with Cerebral Arteriovenous Fistula Treated with Endovascular Technique
Abstract Introduction Tinnitus is characterized as the conscious and involuntary perception of sound, and it affects ~ 30% of the population. Despite careful physical examination, the etiology of tinnitus can be established for only 30% of patients. Tinnitus is a common symptom of cerebral arteriovenous fistulas and results from increased blood flow through
International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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6. Antioxidant Actions of Thymoquinone, Silymarin, and Curcumin on Experimental Aortic Ischemia-Reperfusion Model in Wistar Albino Rats
ABSTRACT Introduction: Medical improvements are needed to prevent ischemia-reperfusion injury in thoracoabdominal aortic surgery. The aim of this study was to determine the antioxidant effects of thymoquinone, silymarin, and curcumin against ischemia-reperfusion injury associated with abdominal aorta. Methods: Twenty-five Wistar albino rats were included i
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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7. Patients’ preferences regarding physicians’ gender: a clinical center cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Even with the significant growth of female representation within medicine, inequality and prejudice against this group persist. OBJECTIVE: To analyze patients’ preferences regarding the gender of physicians in general and according to different specialties, and the possible reasons behind their choice. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sect
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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8. Case Series of Right Colon Diverticulitis in the West: A Neglected Disease?
Abstract Introduction Right colon diverticulitis (RCD) is an uncommon condition in Western populations, but its incidence has increased over the last decades. Due to its rarity, many surgeons are unfamiliar with this disease, which is often mistakenly diagnosed as acute appendicitis. The lack of data about the diagnosis and management of RCD in Western popu
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022
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9. Diagnostic Value of D-Dimer and INR in Patients Suspected to Have Prosthetic Valve Dysfunction
ABSTRACT Introduction: Prosthetic valve dysfunction is a potentially critical complication of heart valve replacement. An easy and quickly applicable diagnostic procedure is required for recognizing the prosthetic valve dysfunction. The purpose of this study was to prospectively define the diagnostic value of D-dimer and INR level in predicting prosthetic v
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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10. Early Use of Handgrip Exercise Associated with Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography in Women
Abstract Background Coronary artery disease (CAD) is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in women and requires early diagnosis for defining the appropriate treatment. Objective To identify the positive predictive value (PPV) and safety of the early use of handgrip exercise in pharmacological stress echocardiography using dobutamine (early-ECHO) i
Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08
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11. COVID-19: An Insult to Injury on Equity
Abstract Background Cardiovascular disease is the main cause of death worldwide. There is a lack of studies addressing this issue in women and its risk factors, such as hypertension. Objective To evaluate the clinical and therapeutic profile of women with hypertension and to determine which factors are related to treatment adherence and blood pressure co
Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08
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12. Climacteric Period and Cardiovascular risk: a Golden Opportunity to Watch and Succeed!
Abstract Background Cardiovascular disease is the main cause of death worldwide. There is a lack of studies addressing this issue in women and its risk factors, such as hypertension. Objective To evaluate the clinical and therapeutic profile of women with hypertension and to determine which factors are related to treatment adherence and blood pressure co
Int. J. Cardiovasc. Sci.. Publicado em: 2021-08