Publications by authors named "Carolina G Bensi"
Evaluation of serum levels of C-reactive protein, D-Dimer and Autologous Serum Skin Test in patients with Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria in a Brazilian tertiary center : a cross-sectional study.
An Bras Dermatol
March 2021
Background: The pathophysiology of urticaria is still poorly understood. Recent studies demonstrate that the activation of coagulation is correlated with the clinical activity of Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria. Coagulation and inflammation are strongly linked.
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- This update talks about a clinic run by medical students for cancer patients over the last 10 years.
- Students work in 4 teams, helping 1 to 2 patients each week.
- Many students said that their time at the clinic helped them get better at reading medical papers, writing, and taking care of patients, making it a really valuable experience for them.
Background: Fatigue is a common symptom in cancer patients receiving radiation therapy.
Patients And Methods: We conducted a double-blind randomized crossover trial of multivitamins versus placebo in patients with breast cancer undergoing radiation therapy to evaluate fatigue and quality of life.
Results: : We randomized 40 patients to either placebo or Centrum Silver.
Introduction: Burnout syndrome which is prevalent among oncologists is characterized by three aspects: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and low personal accomplishment. The purpose was to evaluate prevalence of the burnout syndrome among Brazilian medical oncologists and the variables that correlate with its presence.
Methods: A survey was conducted with members of the Brazilian Society of Medical Oncology (SBOC) who received three questionnaires (general, Maslach burnout questionnaire and an opinion survey) mailed to all 458 members.
Objective: Characterize the profile of patients under palliative care at this institution and evaluate the prevalence of depression in these patients.
Methods: Sixty two cancer patients under palliative care, who had answered three questionnaires: one regarding their demographic characteristics, another to evaluate their quality of life and the Beck's depression inventory were surveyed.
Results: Of these patients, 68% presented with some degree of depression.
[Acceptance of chemotherapy by Brazilian women with breast cancer].
Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992)
October 2006
Article Synopsis
- Breast cancer is a leading health issue in Brazil, requiring careful consideration from both doctors and patients regarding the benefits of chemotherapy.
- A study of 53 breast cancer patients revealed that a large majority are willing to undergo chemotherapy again, even for minimal benefits related to relapse, survival, or cure rates.
- Factors influencing this willingness include older age, lower education levels, and not having previously received Adriamycin, indicating personal circumstances impact treatment decisions.