Publications by authors named "L L da Luz"

Diabetes mellitus is one of the most frequent endocrinopathies in the medical routine, appearing across different specialties. Although neurological involvement in the form of peripheral neuropathy is the most recurrent form acknowledged by physicians, the spectrum of neurological involvement can be more diverse. Here, we present a case of diabetic striatopathy, a rare neurological manifestation of diabetes mellitus with poor metabolic control, in a patient whose epidemiological group was not classically.

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Galectin-3 (Gal-3) is a β-galactoside-binding lectin expressed in cells of the placental microenvironment. This lectin is involved in various biological processes, such as modulation of the immune system and control of parasitic illness. infection can lead to congenital transmission and cause miscarriages, prematurity and fetal anomalies.

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Unlabelled: Multiple myeloma (MM) is the second most common haematological malignancy, the diagnosis of which has doubled in recent years. Immune thrombocytopenia consists of isolated thrombocytopenia secondary to antibody mediated peripheral platelet destruction. In most cases, there is no identifiable cause (primary immune thrombocytopenia).

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  • * A case study of an 85-year-old woman demonstrates how PSP can be misdiagnosed as Parkinson's disease, emphasizing the need for a thorough clinical evaluation and neuroimaging to aid in early detection.
  • * While there is currently no cure for PSP, early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach can enhance patient care and improve their quality of life, despite the disease's severity.
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  • Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a two-step cancer treatment that uses light energy and photosensitizers to destroy cancer cells by generating radicals or singlet oxygen.
  • Recent advancements in PDT focus on using thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) molecules, which are alternatives to traditional metals and increase energy efficiency and oxygen generation.
  • The shift towards TADF molecules since 2019 aims to improve the effectiveness and safety of PDT, making it a promising option for future cancer therapies.
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