Publications by authors named "D C Machado"
Article Synopsis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition caused by pressure on the median nerve, and treatments like low-intensity laser therapy (LLLT) are being researched for their effectiveness in relief.
- A systematic review was conducted using multiple databases to analyze the impact of LLLT on symptoms like pain, strength, and hand functionality among 13 selected randomized controlled trials.
- Results showed that LLLT did not significantly improve pain or handgrip strength, although it had some potential benefits for hand functionality.
\nKlebsiella pneumoniae is a common pathogen of healthcare-associated infections expressing a plethora of antimicrobial resistance loci, including ADP-ribosyltransferase coding genes (arr), able to mediate rifampicin resistance. The latter has activity against a broad range of microorganisms by inhibiting DNA-dependent RNA polymerases. This study aims to characterise the arr distribution and genetic context in 138 clinical isolates of K.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the orthodontic retention protocols used by Brazilian orthodontists.
Methods: This cross-sectional study included 693 orthodontists who answered a web-based questionnaire with 22 questions regarding the participants' characteristics, their retainers' prescriptions, follow-up duration, and appliance fabrication.
Results: A 20.
Molecular detection and characterization of Anaplasmataceae agents, Bartonella spp. and hemoplasmas in armadillos and anteaters from Brazil.
Acta Trop
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- Armadillos and anteaters interact with various pathogens and parasites, making them potential hosts for zoonotic diseases, but research on these interactions is limited.
- A study in Brazil analyzed 167 samples from different species of armadillos and anteaters to identify occurrences of pathogens like Ehrlichia, Anaplasma, Bartonella, and hemoplasmas.
- Results showed low detection rates, with only one positive sample each for Anaplasma in six-banded armadillos and Ehrlichia in giant anteaters, indicating the need for further research on disease dynamics in these mammals.