Parkinson-related neuropathy
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the impact of PVT in LT outcomes and analyze the types of surgical techniques used for dealing with PVT during LT. A systematic review was conducted in Cochrane, MEDLINE, and EMBASE databases, selecting articles from January 1990 to December 2019. The MESH-terms used were ( “ Portal Vein ” [Mesh] AND “ Thrombosis ” [Mesh] NOT “ Neoplasms ” [Mesh]) AND ( “ Liver Transplantation ” [Mesh]). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) recommendation was used, and meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager Version 5.3 software. A total ...
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Management of Respiratory Failure Caused by COVID-19 after Thoracoscopic Esophagectomy
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the impact of PVT in LT outcomes and analyze the types of surgical techniques used for dealing with PVT during LT. A systematic review was conducted in Cochrane, MEDLINE, and EMBASE databases, selecting articles from January 1990 to December 2019. The MESH-terms used were ( “ Portal Vein ” [Mesh] AND “ Thrombosis ” [Mesh] NOT “ Neoplasms ” [Mesh]) AND ( “ Liver Transplantation ” [Mesh]). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) recommendation was used, and meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager Version 5.3 software. A total ...
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Cost-Effective Trap qPCR Approach to Evaluate Telomerase Activity: an Important Tool for Aging, Cancer, and Chronic Disease Research
CONCLUSIONS: Telomeres and telomerase are implicated in aging and development of chronic diseases and cancer; however, difficulty in accessing commercial kits to investigate these aspects is a critical constraint in health surveillance studies. Our optimized assay was successfully used to differentiate telomerase activity between unstimulated and stimulated cells, clearly showing the reactivation of telomerase upon cell activation. This assay is affordable, reproducible, and can be executed in resource-limited settings. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Efficacy of autologous platelet-rich plasma gel in the treatment of refractory pressure injuries and its effect on wound healing time and patient quality of life
CONCLUSION: In the treatment of refractory pressure injuries, PRP gel can accelerate wound healing, reduce wound pain, shorten the treatment cycle, regulate tissue inhibitor matrix metalloproteinase-1 (TIMP-1) and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) levels and the expression of specific proteins in granulation tissue, reduce the levels of the inflammatory factors interleukin-1 β (IL-1 β ), IL-8, and tumor necrosis factor- α (TNF- α ), and improve the quality of life of patients without increasing complications. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Endovascular correction of isolated descending thoracic aortic disease: a descriptive analysis of 1,344 procedures over 10 years in the public health system of São Paulo
CONCLUSION: Over a 10-year period, the total cost of ITAD interventions was R$ 24.766.008,61, which was paid from the governmental system. Elective procedures were associated with lower mortality and lower investment from the health system when compared to those performed in an urgent scenario. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody profiles differ according to type of primary sclerosing cholangitis and autoimmune hepatitis
CONCLUSIONS: PSC/IBD+ differed from PSC/IBD- in terms of sex and proteinase 3-ANCA and atypical perinuclear-ANCA reactivity, the latter of which was more frequently detected in type-1 and type-3 AIH than in type-2 AIH. There was no agreement between ANCA patterns and antigenic specificities in IBD and autoimmune liver diseases, which reinforces the need for proteinase-3 and myeloperoxidase antibody testing. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Positive fluid balance as an early biomarker for acute kidney injury: a prospective study in critically ill adult patients
CONCLUSION: These results suggest that a positive fluid balance might be an early biomarker for AKI development in critically ill patients. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Mismatch negativity in older adults and its relationship with the cognitive and behavioral aspects of central auditory processing
CONCLUSION: Mild hearing loss did not influence MMN. There was no correlation between MMN and cognitive aspects, and there were weak correlations with CAP. Alterations in CAP led to longer durations in MMN. Normal values for MMN in adults aged b etween 60 and 77 years were generated. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Relationship between the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic and immobilization syndrome
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Source: Clinics - February 5, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Erratum for: Anti-Helicobacter pylori treatment can effectively improve the clinical remission rates of irritable bowel syndrome: a controlled clinical trial meta-analysis
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the impact of PVT in LT outcomes and analyze the types of surgical techniques used for dealing with PVT during LT. A systematic review was conducted in Cochrane, MEDLINE, and EMBASE databases, selecting articles from January 1990 to December 2019. The MESH-terms used were ( “ Portal Vein ” [Mesh] AND “ Thrombosis ” [Mesh] NOT “ Neoplasms ” [Mesh]) AND ( “ Liver Transplantation ” [Mesh]). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) recommendation was used, and meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager Version 5.3 software. A total ...
Source: Clinics - January 22, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Antiviral activity of Brazilian Green Propolis extract against SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome - Coronavirus 2) infection: case report and review
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the impact of PVT in LT outcomes and analyze the types of surgical techniques used for dealing with PVT during LT. A systematic review was conducted in Cochrane, MEDLINE, and EMBASE databases, selecting articles from January 1990 to December 2019. The MESH-terms used were ( “ Portal Vein ” [Mesh] AND “ Thrombosis ” [Mesh] NOT “ Neoplasms ” [Mesh]) AND ( “ Liver Transplantation ” [Mesh]). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) recommendation was used, and meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager Version 5.3 software. A total ...
Source: Clinics - January 22, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Portal vein surgical treatment on non-tumoral portal vein thrombosis in liver transplantation: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
In this study, we aimed to evaluate the impact of PVT in LT outcomes and analyze the types of surgical techniques used for dealing with PVT during LT. A systematic review was conducted in Cochrane, MEDLINE, and EMBASE databases, selecting articles from January 1990 to December 2019. The MESH-terms used were ( “ Portal Vein ” [Mesh] AND “ Thrombosis ” [Mesh] NOT “ Neoplasms ” [Mesh]) AND ( “ Liver Transplantation ” [Mesh]). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) recommendation was used, and meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager Version 5.3 software. A total ...
Source: Clinics - January 22, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Factors associated with actively working in the very long-term following acute coronary syndrome
CONCLUSIONS: In patients discharged after ACS, prior and in-hospital clinical variables, as well as the quality of care at discharge, have a great impact on the long-term probability of actively working. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - January 22, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Efficacy and safety of sorafenib in elderly patients with advanced hepatocellular carcinoma
CONCLUSION: Efficacy and safety of sorafenib did not differ significantly between younger and older patients with HCC. Our data suggest that age alone should not restrict clinical decision-making for patients with advanced HCC. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - January 22, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
Polymerase chain reaction targeting 16S ribosomal RNA for the diagnosis of bacterial meningitis after neurosurgery
CONCLUSION: Molecular methods may complement the diagnosis, guide treatment, and identify non-cultivable microorganisms. We suggest the association of methods for suspected cases of BM after neurosurgery, especially for instances in which the culture is negative. (Source: Clinics)
Source: Clinics - January 22, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
