Publications by authors named "P D Camara"
One of the most crucial stages of palliative care is the last days and hours of life, which require special attention and knowledgeable identification of clinical signs described as signs of impending death (SID). Our case series of 11 patients receiving home palliative care describes bilateral hypoactive, stereotyped upper arm movements (scratching of the head, forehead, and nose) that were previously unknown or described, often accompanied by SID.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPolar marine macroalgae thrive in extreme conditions, often displaying geographic isolation and high degree of endemism. The "phycosphere" refers to the zone around the algae inhabited by microrganisms. Our study used DNA metabarcoding to survey the eukaryotic communities associated with seven seaweed species obtained at King George Island (South Shetland Islands, maritime Antarctic), including two Rhodophyta, two Chlorophyta and three Phaeophyceae.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe exploration of extraterrestrial environments has become a focal point of scientific inquiry, driven by advancements in technology and a growing interest in the potential for life beyond Earth. This study investigates the adaptability of Antarctic nematodes, known for thriving in extreme cold and isolation, to simulated Martian (MGS-1) and Lunar (LMS-1) soils. The experiment revealed differential responses in nematode survivability to the two simulants, with Lunar soil demonstrating better adaptability compared to Martian soil.
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- * The extracts obtained from this moss were tested for various biological activities, revealing significant antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, particularly from extracts ADS04 and ADS14, which were effective against Staphylococcus aureus.
- * These extracts demonstrated notable cytotoxicity towards human breast cancer cells, being significantly more toxic compared to normal cells, indicating that Sanionia uncinata could be a valuable source of bioactive compounds for future medicinal applications.
Objective: To evaluate bone development in patients with alveolar clefts and permanent dentition treated with alveolar bone graft supplemented with stromal vascular fraction (SVF).
Design: Clinical, prospective, randomized.
Location: Single tertiary care institution.