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1. Does asporin have a role in polycystic ovary syndrome? A pilot study
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Asporin is secreted by theca cells in the mouse ovaries and is an effective marker at the gonadotropin-independent stage in secondary follicle development. It has an inhibitory effect on transforming growth factor beta and bone morphogenic proteins, which are involved in androgenesis process. Our aim was to compare serum asporin levels of
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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2. Total corpora mobilization for penile reconstruction
ABSTRACT Purpose: Total corpora mobilization (TCM) is a novel technique that is used for penile reconstruction in cases of micropenis and penile amputation. Its principle is based on Kelly’s procedure for bladder exstrophy (1). In contrast to the Kelly procedure, TCM is performed entirely through the perineum with the patient in the lithotomy position. M
International braz j urol. Publicado em: 2022
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3. Presenting signs and symptoms of artificial urinary sphincter cuff erosion
ABSTRACT Purpose To characterize the most common presentation and clinical risk factors for artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) cuff erosion to distinguish the relative frequency of symptoms that should trigger further evaluation in these patients. Materials and Methods We retrospectively reviewed our tertiary center database to identify men who presented
International braz j urol. Publicado em: 2022
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4. Adrenal Androgen Predictive Effects on Clinical andMetabolic Abnormalities of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Resumo Objetivo Examinar os possíveis efeitos dos pró-hormônios adrenais na predição de alterações clínicas e metabólicas em mulheres com síndrome dos ovários policísticos (SOP). Métodos O presente estudo envolveu 299 mulheres com ciclos menstruais regulares e 630 mulheres com SOP, sendo 156 normoandrogenêmicas e 474 hiperandrogenêmicas. A
Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetrícia. Publicado em: 2022
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5. Elevated levels of interleukin-18 are associated with several indices of general and visceral adiposity and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
ABSTRACT Objective: Our aim was to analyze levels of proinflammatory biomarker interleukin-18 (IL-18) in healthy controls and patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) focusing on its association with obesity, clinical, hormonal, and metabolic characteristics. Subjects and methods: Fifty-eight patients with PCOS were enrolled in the study fulfilling t
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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6. Leydig and Sertoli cell function in individuals with genital ambiguity, 46,XY karyotype, palpable gonads and normal testosterone secretion: a case-control study
Abstract BACKGROUND: Because normal male sexual differentiation is more complex than normal female sexual differentiation, there are more cases of disorders of sex development (DSDs) with 46,XY karyotype that have unclear etiology. However, Leydig and Sertoli cell markers are rarely used in distinguishing such individuals. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the funct
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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7. Investigation of second to fourth finger length ratio (2D:4D) in patients with bipolar disorder
Objective: The etiology of bipolar disorder has yet to be fully elucidated, but differences in sex hormones have been suggested to play a role in its pathogenesis. An easily assessed marker of prenatal androgen exposure is the second-to-fourth-digit ratio (2D:4D) of the hand. In this study, we aimed to compare the 2D:4D ratio of patients with bipolar disord
Braz. J. Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2020-12
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8. Does androgen deprivation therapy in patients with prostate cancer protect from COVID-19?
Abstract Background: Right valve diseases are not benign, the tricuspid regurgitation has a significant impact on morbidity and mortality of patients. Objectives: This study aimed to report the short-term results of tricuspid annuloplasty using the De Vega technique modified by Manuel Antunes. Methods: A descriptive-analytical study was performed to evalu
Rev. Assoc. Med. Bras.. Publicado em: 2020-10
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9. Clinical and surgical assistance in prostate cancer during the COVID-19 Pandemic: implementation of assistance protocols
ABSTRACT Purpose: Propose an approach of prostate cancer (PCa) patients during COVID-19 pandemic. Material and Methods: We conducted a review of current literature related to surgical and clinical management of patients during COVID-19 crisis paying special attention to oncological ones and especially those suffering from PCa. Based on these publications a
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2020-07
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10. Profile of sexuality and symptoms of lower urinary tract in non-institutionalized elderly
ABSTRACT Introduction: Urinary or sexual dysfunction in the elderly are underreported. However, they are highly prevalent. This study aims to identify the prevalence of these conditions. Objective: The aim is to carry out an investigation in non-institutionalized individuals over 60 years of age, to obtain data on its sexual and urinary health in São Paul
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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11. Bladder pseudo-tumor: case report of vesical tamm-horsfall protein deposit
ABSTRACT Introduction: Urinary or sexual dysfunction in the elderly are underreported. However, they are highly prevalent. This study aims to identify the prevalence of these conditions. Objective: The aim is to carry out an investigation in non-institutionalized individuals over 60 years of age, to obtain data on its sexual and urinary health in São Paul
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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12. Special emphasis on bone health management in prostate cancer patients: a prospective longitudinal study
ABSTRACT Introduction: Use of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in carcinoma prostate (CaP) has deleterious effect on bone mineral density (BMD) leading to increase incidence of osteoporosis and skeletal-related events. We evaluated bone health status and impact of bone-directed therapy (BDT) and ADT on BMD in these patients from Jan 2015-Dec 2018. Materi
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2020-06