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25. Severe acute respiratory syndrome and COVID-19 under the hierarchy of the urban network of municipalities in the state of Acre, western Brazilian Amazon region, 2020-2021: a cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The Respiratory Syndromes Surveillance System was created by the Brazilian Ministry of Health in 2000 to monitor influenza in this country. With the emergence of the new coronavirus pandemic, it became incorporated into the surveillance network for influenza and other respiratory viruses. OBJECTIVE: To analyze the transmission of coron
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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26. Use of artificial intelligence in ophthalmology: a narrative review
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Artificial intelligence (AI) deals with development of algorithms that seek to perceive one’s environment and perform actions that maximize one’s chance of successfully reaching one’s predetermined goals. OBJECTIVE: To provide an overview of the basic principles of AI and its main studies in the fields of glaucoma, retinopathy of
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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27. Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Degeneration: a Review from a Basic Science Perspective
Abstract Introduction: The increase in the prevalence of aortic stenosis due to an aging population has led to an increasing number of surgical aortic valve replacements. Over the past 20 years, there has been a major shift in preference from mechanical to bioprosthetic valves. However, despite efforts, there is still no "ideal" bioprosthesis. It is crucial
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery. Publicado em: 2022
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28. Retrospective analysis on efficacy of convalescent plasma in acute respiratory distress syndrome due to COVID-19
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an ongoing global health threat. However, currently, no standard therapy has been approved for the disease. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the clinical effectiveness of convalescent plasma (CP) in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to COVID-19. DESIGN AND SETTING: Retrospect
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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29. The Brazilian version of the Hip Sports Activity Scale: translation and cross-cultural adaptation
Abstract BACKGROUND: The Hip Sports Activity Scale (HSAS) is a reliable and valid tool for determining the levels of sports activities among patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). OBJECTIVE: To translate and cross-culturally adapt the HSAS to the Brazilian Portuguese language. DESIGN AND SETTING: This was a cross-sectional study conducted at th
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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30. Hospitalization due to mental and behavioral disorders caused by use of alcohol and psychoactive substances among older adults and elderly people in Brazil: a cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: It has been estimated that 17% of individuals aged 50 years or older suffer from addiction to legal or illegal drugs. Use of alcohol and psychoactive substances has been correlated with several diseases, e.g. psychiatric conditions and cardiovascular and sexual dysfunctions. Objective: To discuss the Brazilian profile of mental and beh
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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31. Alcohol consumption is associated with excessive risk of multiple sclerosis: a meta-analysis observational study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: There have been inconsistent results regarding the association between alcohol intake and susceptibility to multiple sclerosis. OBJECTIVE: To assess the potential role of alcohol intake regarding the risk of multiple sclerosis by using a meta-analytic approach. DESIGN AND SETTING: Observational meta-analysis study conducted in a hospi
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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32. A new biomarker in severe pneumonia associated with coronavirus disease 2019: hypoalbuminemia. A prospective study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Effective triage and early detection are very important for controlling and treating coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Thus, the relationships between hypoalbuminemia and other acute-phase reactants in such cases need to be evaluated. OBJECTIVES: To investigate the importance of albumin levels in cases of severe pneumonia due to COV
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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33. Prevalence of chondromalacia patella according to patella type and patellofemoral geometry: a retrospective study
Abstract BACKGROUND: The relationships between the morphometric structure of the patellofemoral joint, patella type and chondromalacia patella are still a matter of debate. OBJECTIVE: To identify the prevalence of chondromalacia patella by determining the patella type and making patellofemoral morphometric measurements. DESIGN AND SETTING: Retrospective c
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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34. Mental disorders among pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic. A cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Pregnancy is the most important event in women’s lives and can lead to psychological lability. Several risk factors (such as disasters, events and pandemics) have been correlated with greater prevalence of mental disorders during pregnancy. OBJECTIVES: To research how pregnant women have been affected by the coronavirus disease-19
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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35. Self-reported depression and anxiety among COPD patients. A case-control study
Abstract BACKGROUND: Anxiety and depression are the most prevalent mental disorders worldwide. However, the exact mechanisms linking chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with depression and anxiety have not been identified. OBJECTIVES: To compare self-reported depression and anxiety among patients diagnosed with COPD in relation to healthy controls
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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36. Grief and ruminative thought after perinatal loss among Turkish women: one-year cohort study
Abstract BACKGROUND: Among women who have suffered loss of pregnancy, the level of grief decreases gradually. Age, mental health status and childlessness are the factors known to mostly affect women’s levels of grief. OBJECTIVES: To assess the levels of grief among women who experienced perinatal loss and the changes in their ruminative thought styles ov
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022