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13. Association of salivary alpha-2-macroglobulin with glycemia and glycated hemoglobin in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis study
Abstract BACKGROUND: Chronically elevated alpha-2-macroglobulin (A2MG) in the blood has been correlated with diabetes and the HbA1c profile; however, no systematic review has been conducted to evaluate the association of A2MG salivary levels and glycemia or HbA1c levels in diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM2) patients. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether A2MG salivar
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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14. Vitamin D metabolism and extraskeletal outcomes: an update
ABSTRACT Vitamin D deficiency is a general health problem affecting individuals at all stages of life and on different continents. The musculoskeletal effects of vitamin D are well known. Its deficiency causes rickets, osteomalacia, and secondary hyperparathyroidism and increases the risk of fractures. Clinical and experimental evidence suggests that vitamin
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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15. The Role of the Immune System on the Cardiac Complications Observed in SARS-CoV-2
Abstract An acute respiratory syndrome caused by SARS-CoV2 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Current data in the world and in Brazil show that approximately 40% of patients who died have some type of cardiac comorbidity. There are also robust reports showing an increase in IL-6 / IL-1B / TNF-alpha and the presence of lymphopenia in pa
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022
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16. Fantastic Lifestyle Questionnaire applied to undergraduate medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic: a factor analysis
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: To identify what structure represents life style in medical students, in a public university, with the application of the Fantastic Lifestyle Questionnaire. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional exploratory study. The Fantastic Lifestyle Questionnaire was applied online to medical students. Factorial analysis was realized and factors were e
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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17. Characterization of Fusarium spp. causal agent of wilt in pecan
ABSTRACT One of the limiting factors for pecan production is the incidence of disease caused by Fusarium spp. which are a threat to orchards in the south of the country. Therefore, the study aimed to confirm the pathogenicity and evaluate the morphophysiological and molecular characteristics of Fusarium spp. associated with pecan in Rio Grande do Sul and Par
Revista Ceres. Publicado em: 2022
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18. Long Noncoding RNA AF131217.1 Regulated Coronary Slow Flow-Induced Inflammation Affecting Coronary Slow Flow via KLF4
Abstract Introduction: This study investigated the correlation between the levels of long noncoding ribonucleic acids (lncRNAs) AF131217.1 and coronary slow flow (CSF). Methods: A total of 22 patients in the high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) group diagnosed with CSF from January 2018 to December 2018 were enrolled in this study. Coronary flow vel
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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19. CROSS-CULTURAL ADAPTATION AND VALIDATION OF THE CONSTIPATION SCORING SYSTEM FOR THE BRAZILIAN POPULATION
RESUMO Contexto Além dos Critérios de Roma IV, a avaliação da constipação funcional também pode ser obtida por meio do Constipation Scoring System (CSS). Ao acessar o CSS, o profissional de saúde consegue mensurar a constipação funcional, orientando a abordagem terapêutica inicial e a resposta pós-tratamento. Além disso, o CSS possibilita a pad
Arquivos de Gastroenterologia. Publicado em: 2022
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20. Aerobic physical training impact on adipokines in women with polycystic ovary syndrome – Effects of body fat percentage
ABSTRACT Objective: We investigated the effects of aerobic training on adipokine concentrations in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Subjects and methods: 120 women, including 60 with PCOS and 60 without PCOS, were divided into six groups (n = 20) based on body fat percentages of 22%-27%, 28%-32%, and 33%-37%. All groups were submitted the same
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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21. Cross-cultural adaptation of the painDETECT questionnaire into Brazilian Portuguese
Abstract Background and objectives: Neuropathic pain is common in the general population worldwide and Brazil. The painDETECT questionnaire is a notable instrument for screening on neuropathic pain. A Brazilian version of the painDETECT is necessary to broaden the possibilities of identification of neuropathic pain in the Brazilian population for the proper
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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22. Binge eating disorder, frequency of depression, and systemic inflammatory state in individuals with obesity – A cross sectional study
ABSTRACT Objective: Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most prevalent eating disorder in individuals with obesity. Its association with factors that control hunger and satiety has not yet been elucidated. We evaluated whether levels of inflammatory markers, frequency of psychiatric comorbidities, and appetite-related hormones levels differ between individua
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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23. Epicardial Fat Tissue Thickness and Omentin in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
Abstract Background: Although electrical and structural remodeling has been recognized to be important in the pathophysiology of atrial fibrillation, the mechanisms underlying remodeling process are unknown. There has been increasing interest in the involvement of inflammatory molecules and adipokines released from the epicardial fat tissue in the pathophys
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022
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24. Comparison between intravenous and intrathecal clonidine for postoperative analgesia of patients submitted to laparoscopic cholecystectomy: randomized clinical trial
Abstract Introduction and objectives: Alpha2 adrenergic agonists, such as clonidine, are used as adjuvants during anesthesia due to their analgesic, sedative, and cardiovascular effects. The objective of the present study was to compare the effect of clonidine administered intravenously and intrathecally on the postoperative pain score of patients undergoin
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022