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Mostrando 13-24 de 82 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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13. What do Cochrane systematic reviews say about new practices on integrative medicine?
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: This study identified and summarized all Cochrane systematic reviews (SRs) on the effects of ten integrative practices that were recently added to the Brazilian public healthcare system (SUS). DESIGN AND SETTING: Review of systematic reviews, conducted in the Discipline of Evidence-Based Medicine, Escola Paulista de Medicina (EPM), U
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 25/06/2018
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14. Evaluation of E. coli inhibition by plain and polymer-coated silver nanoparticles
ABSTRACT Escherichia coli causes various ailments such as septicemia, enteritis, foodborne illnesses, and urinary tract infections which are of concern in the public health field due to antibiotic resistance. Silver nanoparticles (AgNP) are known for their biocompatibility and antibacterial activity, and may prove to be an alternative method of treatment, es
Rev. Inst. Med. trop. S. Paulo. Publicado em: 23/04/2018
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15. A new low-cost negative-pressure wound therapy versus a commercially available therapy device widely used to treat complex traumatic injuries: a prospective, randomized, non-inferiority trial
OBJECTIVES: Negative-pressure wound therapy has been widely adopted to reduce the complexity of treating a broad range of acute and chronic wounds. However, its cost is high. The objective of this study was to evaluate the following two different methods of negative-pressure wound therapy in terms of healing time: a low-cost method of negative-pressure woun
Clinics. Publicado em: 2017-12
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16. PREPARAÇÃO DE NOVOS FILMES POLIMÉRICOS CONTENDO NANOEMULSÕES DO ÓLEO DE MELALEUCA, COPAÍBA E LIMÃO PARA APLICAÇÃO COMO BIOMATERIAL
The sodium alginate is a linear polymer used in industry and in medicine for many applications such as dressings for wounds, due to low toxicity and maintains a proper moist environment. The essential oils are materials that have antimicrobial activity and are active materials, which may be incorporated in polymeric films. This study has as objective the pro
Quím. Nova. Publicado em: 2017-01
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17. A wet dressing for male genital surgery: A phase II clinical trial
ABSTRACT Purpose: This study was to confirm the safety and efficacy of BC dressing when used in surgical male wound healing at the urogenital area. Methods: Open, non-controlled clinical study of phase II. A total of 141 patients, among those children, adolescents and adults with hypospadias (112), epispadias (04), phymosis (13) and Peyronie's disease (12)
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2016-12
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18. INCORPORATION AND RELEASE KINETICS OF ALPHA-BISABOLOL FROM PCL AND CHITOSAN/GUAR GUM MEMBRANES
Abstract Alpha-bisabolol, an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound extracted from candeia trees (Eremanthus erythropappus), was incorporated into hydrophobic polycaprolactone (PCL) and hydrophilic chitosan/guar gum (Ch-G) membranes aiming at the production of bioactive wound dressings. The incorporation efficiency achieved a maximum of ca. 18% (1 gram o
Braz. J. Chem. Eng.. Publicado em: 2016-09
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19. Evaluation of treatment with carboxymethylcellulose on chronic venous ulcers
Abstract BACKGROUND: Among the chronic leg ulcers, venous ulcers are the most common and constitute a major burden to public health. Despite all technology available, some patients do not respond to established treatments. In our study, carboxymethylcellulose was tested in the treatment of refractory chronic venous ulcers. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effica
An. Bras. Dermatol.. Publicado em: 2016-02
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20. Alginate dressings for treating pressure ulcers
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores, decubitus ulcers and pressure injuries, are localised areas of injury to the skin or the underlying tissue, or both. Dressings are widely used to treat pressure ulcers and there are many options to choose from including alginate dressings. A clear and current overview of current evidence is requ
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2015-10
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21. Analysis of the reaction of subcutaneous tissues in rats and the antimicrobial activity of calcium hydroxide paste used in association with different substances
The aim of this study was to evaluate the subcutaneous tissue response in rats and the antimicrobial activity of intracanal calcium hydroxide dressings mixed with different substances against E. faecalis. Fifty four rats were divided into three experimental groups according to the vehicle in the calcium hydroxide treatment: 0.4% chlorohexidine in propylene g
J. Appl. Oral Sci.. Publicado em: 21/07/2015
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22. Electrospinning of Gelatin/Poly (Vinyl Pyrrolidone) Blends from Water/Acetic Acid Solutions
Electrospinning is a versatile and efficient technique for obtaining polymeric microfibers and nanofibers with great potential for applications in tissue engineering, biosensors, filtration, wound dressings, controlled drug release and enzyme immobilization. Electrospun fibers are obtained by applying an electric field in a polymer solution resulting in non-
Mat. Res.. Publicado em: 2015-06
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23. Aloe vera for treating acute and chronic wounds
BACKGROUND: Aloe vera is a cactus-like perennial succulent belonging to the Liliaceae Family that is commonly grown in tropical climates. Animal studies have suggested that Aloe vera may help accelerate the wound healing process.OBJECTIVE: To determine the effects of Aloe vera-derived products (for example dressings and topical gels) on the healing of acute
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2014-12
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24. Interventions for skin changes caused by nerve damage in leprosy
BACKGROUND More than three million persons are disabled by leprosy worldwide. The main complication of sensory nerve damage is neuropathic ulceration, particularly of the feet. In this review we explored interventions that can prevent and treat secondary damage to skin and limbs. OBJECTIVE To assess the effects of self-care, dressings and footwear in prev
Sao Paulo Med. J.. Publicado em: 2013