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Mostrando 1-12 de 183 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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1. Ultra-long-term lithium therapy: all-important matters and a case of successful 50-year lithium treatment
This paper discusses essential issues related to long-term lithium therapy and presents a case of successful 50-year lithium treatment. Lithium is currently regarded as the drug of choice for preventing manic and depressive recurrences in bipolar disorder. In 1/3 of patients with bipolar disorder, long-term monotherapy with lithium can completely prevent rec
Braz. J. Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2021-08
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2. Guillain-Barré syndrome associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection: a scoping review
SUMMARY BACKGROUND: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections can affect the nervous system, triggering problems such as the Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), an association that can bring complications to the patient. OBJECTIVE: This scoping review aimed to clarify the clinical features and analyze patients with GBS associated w
Rev. Assoc. Med. Bras.. Publicado em: 2021-02
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3. Mucociliary Clearance of Different Respiratory Conditions: A Clinical Study
Abstract Introduction Mucociliary clearance (MCC) is the first line of defense of the pulmonary system. Mucociliary clearance impairment may lead to increased risk of respiratory infections, lung injury, pulmonary repair problems, chronic dysfunctions and progression of respiratory diseases. Objective To characterize the MCC of active and passive smokers a
Int. Arch. Otorhinolaryngol.. Publicado em: 2021-01
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4. Bacterial meningitis in patients with sickle cell anemia in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: a report on ten cases
ABSTRACT Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a common genetic blood disorder, affecting millions worldwide. According to current evidence, individuals with SCA have more than 300 times greater risk to develop bacterial meningitis (BM) than the general population. Herein we have described the characteristics of a series of BM cases in SCA patients in Salvador, Brazil
Hematol., Transfus. Cell Ther.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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5. Outcomes of Cases of Prenatally-Diagnosed Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation
Abstract Objective To evaluate the outcomes of cases of prenatally-diagnosed congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM). Methods We retrospectively evaluated cases of prenatally-diagnosed CPAM between 2004 and 2018. Ultrasonographic features such as visualization of a fetal lung mass and heterogeneous pulmonary parenchyma were used for CPAM diagnosis.
Rev. Bras. Ginecol. Obstet.. Publicado em: 20/12/2019
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6. Singing Style, Vocal Habits, and General Health of Professional Singers
Abstract Introduction For the singer, the voice is a medium used to express feelings that capture the listener. Every singing style has specific demands, and a vocal alteration may prevent the singer from meeting them. Objective To compare the singing style, the vocal habits, and the general health data of professional singers. Methods Cross-sectional,
Int. Arch. Otorhinolaryngol.. Publicado em: 25/11/2019
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7. Chemical Composition and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of the Decoction from Leaves of a Cultivated Specimen of Myracrodruon urundeuva
Myracrodruon urundeuva (Anacardiaceae) is the scientific designation of “aroeira-do-sertão”, a tree well dispersed at the northeastern Brazil. The medicinal use of this plant is widespread throughout the rural population and the inner trunk bark decoction is used to treat cutaneous affections, urinary and respiratory diseases, and gynecological problems
J. Braz. Chem. Soc.. Publicado em: 12/08/2019
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8. Exposição ao uso da lenha para cocção no Brasil e sua relação com os agravos à saúde da população
Resumo A poluição do ar em ambientes fechados é agravada pela queima de lenha em fogões rústicos e ambientes pouco ventilados. A exposição aos poluentes emitidos por este tipo de combustível resulta no aumento da morbidade e da mortalidade. No Brasil, os estudos e as estimativas são escassos. Visando entender esta problemática, o objetivo deste tra
Ciênc. saúde coletiva. Publicado em: 05/08/2019
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9. Ausência ao trabalho por distúrbio vocal de professores da Educação Básica no Brasil
Resumo: O objetivo foi investigar a prevalência e duração da ausência de professores ao trabalho por distúrbio vocal no Brasil e a associação com os fatores de trabalho e situação de saúde. Estudo transversal, com amostra representativa composta por 6.510 professores da Educação Básica, de ambos os sexos, realizado de outubro de 2015 a março de
Cad. Saúde Pública. Publicado em: 15/04/2019
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10. Toward a Core Outcome Set for Head, Neck, and Respiratory Disease in Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II: Systematic Literature Review and Assessment of Heterogeneity in Outcome Reporting
Abstract The mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are a relatively uncommon group of inherited metabolic disorders, with significant negative implications for life span and aspects of quality of life. Their rarity means that producing evidence to guide best practice has often entailed assimilating findings from multiple studies. Core outcome sets (COS) are being incr
J. inborn errors metab. screen.. Publicado em: 01/04/2019
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11. Evaluation of Alternative Halo Ring Positions in Children Using Tomography
OBJECTIVES: The halo ring can be applied in children, through skeletal traction or a halo vest device, to treat many cervical spine pathologies, including traumatic injuries and pathologies related to deformities. However, the procedure is associated with various complications, such as infection, pin loosening, and respiratory and neurological problems. Alt
Clinics. Publicado em: 14/03/2019
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12. AVALIAÇÃO DO PERÍODO PERIPARTO POR PARÂMETROS CLÍNICOS E HEMATOLÓGICOS EM CABRAS LEITEIRAS
Resumo O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o efeito do período de periparto sobre os parâmetros clínicos e hematológicos de cabras adultas. Utilizou-se animais da raça Saanen e Parda Alpina, sendo 24 nos tempos: T-15 (quinze dias antes do parto), T0 (imediatamente após o parto), T2 (dois dias após o parto), T5 (cinco dias após o parto), T10 (dez di
Ciênc. anim. bras.. Publicado em: 04/02/2019