Publications by authors named "A Popescu"

Background: Cardiac magnetic resonance with myocardial stress perfusion (stress CMR) is a non-invasive technique that offers assessment of myocardial function, perfusion, and viability. Regadenoson is a selective cardiac adenosine A2 receptor agonist with fewer side effects than adenosine and a favorable safety profile in older pediatric heart transplant recipients (PHTR). There are limited studies evaluating the hemodynamic response of regadenoson in pediatric patients under general anesthesia (GA).

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This study compared the biomechanical behavior of three widely used dental materials-zirconia, lithium disilicate (IPS e.max CAD), and 3D-printed composite (VarseoSmile CrownPlus)- for maxillary anterior bridge restorations. Finite element analysis (FEA) was employed to evaluate the mechanical response of these materials under normal occlusal forces, replicating real clinical conditions.

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Vascular rings are rare congenital defects that can cause tracheal and/or esophageal compression. Prenatal detection is increasing due to advances in screening and fetal echocardiography. Postnatal outcomes remain variable.

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Dental caries remains one of the most widespread chronic diseases that also affects first permanent molars (FPMs). In this study, we analyzed the prevalence of carious lesions using a standardized evaluation system, while following the analysis of the influence of favoring factors represented by the type and frequency of snacks and the frequency of tooth brushing. A clinical-statistical study was carried out on a group of 311 children from both urban and rural environments, aged between 6 and 19 years old.

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