Publications by authors named "Felipe A Munoz Rossi"

The increase in the global prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2), driven mainly by obesity and physical inactivity, has increased interest in various nonpharmacological therapies. This systematic review aims to establish the effectiveness of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and resistance exercise (RE) compared with continuous aerobic exercise in improving control in patients with DM2. We conducted a comprehensive search for clinical trials using databases such as MEDLINE (PubMed) and Web of Science.

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  • Venous thromboembolic disease (VTE) includes deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), posing significant health risks globally due to its potential for recurrence and serious consequences.
  • A study conducted in Sincelejo, Colombia, reviewed 126 medical records to identify risk factors for unprovoked PE, revealing that higher levels of coagulation factor VIII and an A1-positive phenotype are significant predictors of this condition.
  • Results suggest implementing preventive strategies to mitigate the incidence and recurrence of PE, particularly in patients with identified risk factors.
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Background: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) primarily affects the adult population and is closely related to obesity. The most severe form of MASLD, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), can progress to liver fibrosis. While lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) is known to be associated with cardiovascular disease, its relationship with MASLD remains unclear.

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Unlabelled: COVID-19 is an illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, a type of coronavirus initially identified in China in late 2019, emerging as the leading cause of death attributed to a single infectious agent worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic poses a substantial challenge to global public health in the first quarter of this century. The rapid evolution of the pandemic and its intricate response have hindered the formulation of definitive conclusions, and it may take years to comprehend its long-term effects.

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Stauffer syndrome is a paraneoplastic disorder associated with renal cell carcinoma (RCC), which often can be the first manifestation of the tumor. It is characterized by nephrogenic hepatic dysfunction that reverses after removing the primary tumor. Stauffer syndrome has been associated with a worse prognosis in patients with RCC.

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