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1. Existem métodos alternativos baratos e seguros para a higiene bucal em famílias carentes?
Existem sim métodos alternativos para a higiene bucal, mas para responder essa importante questão de forma completa, devemos observar um panorama geral para compreender todos os fenômenos envolvidos. Segundo o Ministério da Saúde, em um levantamento realizado em 2008, 58% da população não tem acesso adequado a escovas de dente. Ou seja, essas pess
Núcleo de Telessaúde Estado São Paulo. Publicado em: 12/06/2023
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2. Effectiveness of a course on family health in the knowledge of doctors of the Mais Médicos program
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of the distance education course in family health in the knowledge of physicians from the Mais Médicos program. METHOD: This is a quantitative, quasi-experimental study, without a pretest and posttest control group, carried out from August 2019 to September 2021. In all modules, phy
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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3. Mesh reinforcement in masonry mortar coatings: a systematic literature review
Abstract Mortar coatings have a major influence on a building’s aesthetics, valorization, and habitability, with significant effects on the mechanical behavior of masonry walls. Multiple types of meshes can be embedded in plaster to enhance both masonry and coating’s mechanical behavior, restrain crack formation, enhance the bonding between layers, and i
Cerâmica. Publicado em: 2023
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4. Clinical efficacy evaluation of crisaborole ointment in the treatment of vulvar leukoplakia
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical efficacy of crisaborole ointment in the treatment of vulvar leukoplakia. METHODS: A prospective, randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted, and a total of 100 patients with vulvar leukoplakia were divided into the observation group (n=50) treated with crisaborole ointment and th
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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5. Early mobilization after total hip or knee arthroplasty: a substudy of the POWER.2 study
Abstract Background Early mobilization after surgery is a cornerstone of the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs in total hip arthroplasty (THA) or total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Our goal was to determine the time to mobilization after this surgery and the factors associated with early mobilization. Methods This was a predefined substudy of the
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Publicado em: 2023
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6. Immunoadsorption therapy in refractory heart failure patients with dilated cardiomyopathy: a potential therapeutic option
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Removal of cardiac autoantibodies by immunoadsorption might confer clinical improvement in dilated cardiomyopathy. In this pilot study, we investigated the efficacy and safety of immunoadsorption therapy in refractory heart failure patients with dilated cardiomyopathy. METHODS: This study consisted of 9 heart failure patients with dilate
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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7. Higher Symptom Score, Larger Residual Rectocele, and Lower Rectal Compliance Predict Failure of Improvement after Surgical Treatment of Rectocele
Abstract Background Rectocele is a frequent finding in women and is usually asymptomatic. However, it is sometimes associated with symptoms of obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS). While most patients with ODS due to rectocele respond well to conservative treatment, some may require surgical treatment. The aim of the study was to determine the predictors of
Journal of Coloproctology (Rio de Janeiro). Publicado em: 2022
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8. Nasal irrigation with corticosteroids in Brazil: the clinical response of 1% compounded budesonide drops and betamethasone cream
Abstract Introduction: High-volume corticosteroid nasal irrigation is a treatment option in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. In Brazil, alternatives are used to optimize its cost and popularize its use, such as 1% compounded budesonide drops or betamethasone cream, and it is necessary to study these treatment modalities. Objective: To evaluate the cli
Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology. Publicado em: 2022
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9. An international multi-institutional analysis of operative morbidity in patients undergoing elective diverticulitis surgery
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: We investigated surgical complications of elective surgery for diverticulitis in international multi-institution to identify a prediction model for potential opportunities of quality improvement. METHODS: We identified 1225 patients who underwent elective surgery for diverticulitis between January 2010 and January 2018. The data were obt
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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10. Metabolomic and Histological Response of Passiflora cincinnata Infected with Cowpea aphid-borne mosaic virus (CABMV) Reveals Changes in Asymptomatic and Symptomatic Phases
Passion fruit woodiness disease, caused by the Cowpea aphid-borne mosaic virus (CABMV), is one of the leading phytosanitary challenges of passion fruit production. Passiflora cincinnata has been recognized for its potential in genetic improvement due to its highest resistance to CABMV and other phytopathogens. Metabolomic and histological alterations of P. c
Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society. Publicado em: 2022
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11. Prospects for Developing Low-Cost Optical Fiber Sensors for Liquid-Liquid Interface Detection
Abstract This work examines the prospects of a low-cost retroreflection optical sensor system for detection of the interface between two immiscible liquids, for applications in oil separation tanks. The sensor in its simplest configuration comprises a bare fiber optic tip, cleaved at an angle of 90º relative to the longitudinal fiber axis. The device tested
Journal of Microwaves, Optoelectronics and Electromagnetic Applications. Publicado em: 2022
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12. Business process prioritization criteria: a case study in the financial market
Abstract Purpose This paper aims to analyze and examine how an organization from the financial sector prioritizes its business processes and what criteria are adopted to select the most appropriate process for improvement projects. Design/methodology/approach This descriptive research is based on an exploratory approach. Qualitative methodology was applied
RAUSP Management Journal. Publicado em: 2022