Patient Safety
Mostrando 25-36 de 621 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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25. Safety of performing urologic elective surgeries during the covid-19 pandemic in a referential hospital
ABSTRACT The objective of this study is describing a technique with the use of a tunica vaginalis flap (TVF) to cover the suture line during anterior urethroplasty in patients with kippered urethra due to chronic indwelling catheterization (CIC). We studied 5 patients (mean age=50.2) with a neurogenic bladder that developed urethral erosion after a long peri
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2021-10
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26. Phototherapy
Abstract Of all the therapeutic options available in Dermatology, few of them have the history, effectiveness, and safety of phototherapy. Heliotherapy, NB-UVB, PUVA, and UVA1 are currently the most common types of phototherapy used. Although psoriasis is the most frequent indication, it is used for atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and
An. Bras. Dermatol.. Publicado em: 2021-08
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27. Metastatic urothelial carcinoma
Abstract Of all the therapeutic options available in Dermatology, few of them have the history, effectiveness, and safety of phototherapy. Heliotherapy, NB-UVB, PUVA, and UVA1 are currently the most common types of phototherapy used. Although psoriasis is the most frequent indication, it is used for atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and
An. Bras. Dermatol.. Publicado em: 2021-08
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28. Autologous blood salvage in cardiac surgery: clinical evaluation, efficacy and levels of residual heparin
ABSTRACT Objective: Intraoperative blood salvage (cell saver technique) in cardiac surgery is universally used in surgical procedures with a marked risk of blood loss. The primary objectives of this study were to determine the concentration of residual heparin in the final product that is reinfused into the patient in the operating room and to evaluate the
Hematol., Transfus. Cell Ther.. Publicado em: 2021-03
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29. A practical contemporary approach to decision-making on subclinical hypothyroidism
ABSTRACT Subclinical hypothyroidism (Shypo) is an increasingly frequent condition in common medical practice. Its diagnosis continues to pose a challenge since a series of non-thyroidal and temporary conditions can elevate serum TSH levels. In addition, the consequences of Shypo are still up for debate. Although detrimental cardiovascular effects have been c
Arch. Endocrinol. Metab.. Publicado em: 2021-02
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30. Submental Artery Island Flap in Oral Cavity Reconstruction. An Observational, Retrospective Two-centre Study
Abstract Introduction The submental flap provides an alternative technique in orofacial reconstruction, especially in situations in which free flaps are not available, or the patients are unfit. Objective To demonstrate the oncological safety and benefits of this flap in oral cavity reconstruction. Methods A total of 14 patients with oral cavity cancers,
Int. Arch. Otorhinolaryngol.. Publicado em: 2021-01
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31. Teleconsultation and Teletreatment Protocol to Diagnose and Manage Patients with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Abstract Introduction Telehealth consists in the application of technology to provide remote health service. This resource is considered safe and effective and has attracted an exponential interest in the context of the COVID pandemic. Expanded to dizzy patients, it would be able to provide diagnosis and treatment, minimizing the risk of disease transmissio
Int. Arch. Otorhinolaryngol.. Publicado em: 2021-01
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32. Preoperative Arterial and Venous Cannulation in Redo Cardiac Surgery: From the Safety and Cost-effectiveness Points of View
Abstract Objective: To investigate the safety and cost-effectiveness of preoperative cannulation and conventional approach techniques. Methods: Sixty-one patients who underwent redo open cardiac procedures between September 2015 and November 2018 were divided into two groups - Group A (n: 30), patients who underwent conventional cannulation after sternotom
Braz. J. Cardiovasc. Surg.. Publicado em: 2020-12
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33. Flexible ureterorenoscopy and laser lithotripsy with regional anesthesia vs general anesthesia: A prospective randomized study
ABSTRACT Purpose To compare the effect of general anesthesia (GA) and regional anesthesia (RA) on f-URS outcomes and surgeon comfort. Material and Methods The study was conducted between June 2017 to January 2018 and data collection was applied in a prospective, randomized fashion. 120 patients participated in the study and were divided into RA group (n=
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2020-12
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34. Cardiac Shock Wave Therapy for Coronary Heart Disease: an Updated Meta-analysis
Abstract Introduction: The aim of this article is to study the efficacy and safety of cardiac shock wave therapy (CSWT) in the treatment of coronary heart disease (CAD). Methods: A comprehensive search of electronic databases and a manual search of conference papers and abstracts were performed until September 30, 2018. The studies using RevMan 5.3 and STA
Braz. J. Cardiovasc. Surg.. Publicado em: 2020-10
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35. Novel Changes in Resident Education during a Pandemic: Strategies and Approaches to Maximize Residency Education and Safety
Abstract Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a reduction in surgical and clinical volume, which has altered the traditional training experience of the otolaryngology resident. Objective To describe the strategies we utilized to maximize resident education as well as ensure patient and staff safety during the pandemic. Methods We developed a syst
Int. Arch. Otorhinolaryngol.. Publicado em: 2020-09
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36. Ambulatory second look percutaneous nephrolithotripsy with maturated nephrostomy tract
ABSTRACT Introduction and Objectives Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the standard technique for managing large renal calculi. Second-look PCNL is typically performed under intravenous (IV) sedation or spinal / general anesthesia when removing remnant stones. This requires additional pre-anesthesia assessment and close monitoring. To simplify this pr
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2020-08