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1. Prevalence of thyroid dysfunction in neonates receiving parenteral nutrition in the intensive care unit
Abstract Objective: The use of parenteral nutrition (PN) formulations that do not contain iodine can contribute to the deficiency of this mineral, potentially leading to hypothyroidism and, ultimately, neurocognitive impairments. This study aimed to evaluate TSH alterations in newborns receiving PN. Methods: Retrospective study of neonatal intensive care u
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2023
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2. Effect of seasons on delirium in postoperative critically ill patients: a retrospective analysis
Abstract Background and objectives Postoperative delirium is common in critically ill patients and is known to have several predisposing and precipitating factors. Seasonality affects cognitive function which has a more dysfunctional pattern during winter. We, therefore, aimed to test whether seasonal variation is associated with the occurrence of delirium
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2023
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3. Relationship between platelet indices and red cell distribution width and short-term mortality in traumatic brain injury with 30-day mortality
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed at investigating whether there is a relationship between 7- or 30-day mortality and mean platelet volume, platelet distribution width, platelet count-to-total lymphocyte count ratio, or red cell distribution width in patients with traumatic brain injury. METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed intensive care unit patients w
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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4. Drug utilization study in neonatal intensive care unit at tertiary care hospital
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Neonates are more susceptible to drug interactions and adverse effects, and special care should be taken when prescribing medication to them. This study aimed to investigate drug usage in the neonatal intensive care unit of a tertiary care hospital. METHODS: This prospective observational study was conducted on 98 patients at the Apollo
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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5. Characteristics and outcomes of COVID-19 patients assisted by intensivists and nonintensivists
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to assess the outcomes of critically ill patients with COVID-19 in an intensive care unit seen by a care team formed by intensive and nonintensive physicians and treatment guided by processes and protocols linked to the “choosing wisely” concept, comparing them with similar data recently published. METHODS:
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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6. The possible mediating relationship promoted by the self-efficacy of breastfeeding associated with the Kangaroo Method on indicators of exclusive breastfeeding
Abstract Objective Assess the mediating role of breastfeeding self-efficacy in the association between the Kangaroo Neonatal Intermediate Care Unit and exclusive breastfeeding. Method Cross-sectional study nested in a cohort, carried out in the Neonatal Unit of a Brazilian university hospital between September 2018 and March 2020. The sample consisted of 1
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2022
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7. Computed tomography analysis of fascial space involvement demonstrates correlations with laboratory tests, length of hospital stays and admission to the intensive care unit in odontogenic infections
Abstract Objectives: Odontogenic infections are frequent and can spread, leading to complications such as sepsis and the need for admission to an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The purpose of this study was to perform a computed tomography analysis of the fascial space involvement and correlate with personal data, laboratory tests, length of hospital stays and
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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8. Assessment of main complications of regional anesthesia recorded in an acute pain unit in a tertiary care university hospital: a retrospective cohort
Abstract Background Regional anesthesia has been increasingly used. Despite its low number of complications, they are associated with relevant morbidity. This study aims to evaluate the incidence of complications after neuraxial block and peripheral nerve block. Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted, and data related to patients submitted to n
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2022
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9. Braden scale has low reliability in different patients under care in intensive care unit
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to assess the inter-reliability of the Braden scale and its subscales for different patients assisted in the intensive care unit. We hypothesized that the Braden scale has low reliability in different populations. METHODS: This reliability study involved the Braden scale in intensive care unit of a hospital. A t
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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10. Temporal progression of sepsis on critical care COVID-19 patients: a retrospective cohort study
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to describe sepsis progression in critical COVID-19 patients using the SOFA score and investigate its relationship with mortality. METHODS: Three researchers collected and analyzed retrospective clinical and laboratory data found in electronic health records from all patients admitted to a severe COVID-19 exclusive inten
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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11. Implementation of a patient blood management program based on a low-income country-adapted clinical decision support system
ABSTRACT Introduction: Patient blood management (PBM) programs are associated with better patient outcomes, a reduced number of transfusions and cost-savings The Clinical Decision Support (CDS) systems are valuable tools in this process, but their availability is limited in developing countries This study assesses the feasibility and effectiveness of an ada
Hematology, Transfusion and Cell Therapy. Publicado em: 2022
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12. Risk factors for acute kidney injury after liver transplantation in intensive care unit: a retrospective cohort study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent complication during the postoperative period following liver transplantation. Occurrence of AKI in intensive care unit (ICU) patients is associated with increased mortality and higher costs. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate occurrences of moderate or severe AKI among patients admitted to the ICU after live
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022