New-onset diabetes after kidney transplantation: Assessing urinary Wilm's tumor-1 protein to predict renal allograft dysfunction.

Purpose: New-onset diabetes after transplantation (NODAT) is a frequent metabolic complication associated with podocyte damage and renal allograft dysfunction. Thus, Wilm's tumor-1 (WT-1) protein, as a podocyte marker, holds promise as an option to evaluate renal allograft dysfunction in NODAT. Therefore, the study aimed to investigate urinary WT-1 levels in NODAT patients during the first year after kidney transplantation (KTx).

A Comparison Between Saline and Balanced Solutions in Kidney Transplants: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Objective This study aimed to investigate the impact of different types of intravenous fluids - normal saline (NS), lactated Ringer's solution (LR), and PlasmaLyte (PL) - on the acid-base balance and electrolyte concentration following kidney transplant, a common procedure for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Methodology A randomized controlled trial design was employed, wherein the primary parameters analyzed were postoperative pH and serum potassium levels. Postoperative concentrations of serum bicarbonate, sodium, chloride, and creatinine, as well as graft functionality, were assessed as secondary outcomes.

Validation of surgical care quality indicators in the Brazilian Unified Health System.

Objective: To validate a set of indicators for monitoring the quality of surgical procedures in the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS).

Methods: Validation study developed in 5 stages: 1) literature review; 2) prioritization of indicators; 3) content validation of indicators by RAND/UCLA consensus method; 4) pilot study for reliability analysis; and 5) development of instruction for tabulation of outcome indicators for monitoring via official information systems.

Results: From the literature review, 217 indicators of surgical quality were identified.

Vitamin D status and biomarkers of renal graft function after kidney transplantation: a longitudinal study.

Introduction: Low 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels occur after kidney transplantation (KTx), and can be associated with increase the risk of graft loss. This longitudinal study aimed to evaluate the vitamin D status and association with biomarkers of the renal graft function after KTx. Methods: this longitudinal study included 42 patients evaluated at baseline, 3 and 6 months after KTx.

Three-segment versus 2-segment surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion.

Objective: To compare the 2 surgically assisted rapid maxillary expansion (SARME) techniques, the conventional 2-segment osteotomy between maxillary central incisors and the 3-segment osteotomy between maxillary lateral incisors and canines bilaterally. Authors hypothesized that the 3-piece would provide better bone expansion.

Study Design: A pilot study was conducted; 19 patients were divided into 2 groups: conventional 2-segment osteotomy (10 patients) and 3-segment osteotomy (9 patients).

Impact of orthognathic surgery on quality of life and comparison of patients' postoperative experience after single- and double-jaw surgery: a longitudinal study.

Objective: To evaluate the impact of orthognathic surgery on quality of life (QoL) and to compare single- and double-jaw surgeries in terms of ratio and patient perceptions of the postoperative period.

Study Design: A prospective, longitudinal observational study was conducted. The short form Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) and the Orthognathic Quality of Life Questionnaire (OQLQ) were applied preoperatively and 6 months postoperatively to evaluate oral health-related QoL (OHRQoL).

Arthrocentesis versus nonsurgical methods in the management of temporomandibular joint closed lock and pain: a double-blind randomized controlled trial.

Objective: The present double-blind randomized clinical trial aimed to compare the efficacy of conservative treatment and articular lavage, either alone or combined, to reduce joint pain and improve mandibular opening.

Study Design: The sample consisted of patients presenting with limited mouth opening and joint pain. The diagnosis was made according to the diagnostic criteria for temporomandibular disorders guideline and confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging.

Three-dimensional accuracy of virtual planning in orthognathic surgery.

Introduction: This study aimed to assess the accuracy of virtual surgical planning (VSP) performed by Dolphin Imaging software (version 11.9; Dolphin Imaging and Management Solutions, Chatsworth, Calif).

Methods: Ten people requiring bimaxillary surgery and genioplasty were followed up prospectively.

Blue November Campaign as an annual male self-care strategy for healthy aging.

Men ignore self-care, displaying low frequency in health services. Aging increases the prevalence of LUTS and BPE, impacting the quality of life. The objective is to understand how the advancement of age can be determinant for men's health in Natal, Brazil.

Prevalence of the metabolic syndrome according to different criteria in the male population during the Blue November Campaign in Natal, RN, Northeastern Brazil.

Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is an aggregation of risk factors associated with increased incidence of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and all-cause mortality. Information on MetS prevalence is scarce in the northeast region, Brazil. This study aims to estimate the prevalence of MetS according to different diagnostic criteria in a community sample of men during the November Blue Campaign living in the metropolitan area of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.

Smoking increases the risk of surgical site infection after hydrocelectomy in adults: a retrospective cohort study in Brazil.

Introduction: Surgical site infection (SSI) following hydrocelectomy is relatively uncommon, but it is one of the main post-operative problems. We aimed to describe the prevalence of SSI following hydrocelectomy among adult patients, and to assess predisposing risk factors for infection.

Methodology: This retrospective cohort study was carried out at a university hospital and included hydrocelectomies performed between January 2007 and December 2014.

[Development and validation of indicators for best patient safety practices: the ISEP-Brazil Project].

Efficacious patient safety monitoring should focus on the implementation of evidence-based practices that avoid unnecessary harm related to healthcare. The ISEP-Brazil project aimed to develop and validate indicators for best patient safety practices in Brazil. The basis was the translation and adaptation of the indicators validated in the ISEP-Spain project and the document Safe Practices for Better Healthcare (U.

Sleep-disordered breathing following mandibular setback: a systematic review of the literature.

Introduction: A mandibular setback reduces space in the pharyngeal airway, and it has been suggested that it might induce sleep-disordered breathing.

Objectives: An evidence-based literature review was conducted to identify the effect of mandibular setback on the respiratory function during sleep.

Methods: The authors performed a systematic review of pertinent literature published up to 2014.

Accuracy of maxillary positioning after standard and inverted orthognathic sequencing.

Objective: This study aimed to compare the accuracy of maxillary positioning after bimaxillary orthognathic surgery, using 2 sequences.

Study Design: A total of 80 cephalograms (40 preoperative and 40 postoperative) from 40 patients were analyzed. Group 1 included radiographs of patients submitted to conventional sequence, whereas group 2 patients were submitted to inverted sequence.

Effect of sildenafil in renal ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats.

Purpose: To evaluate the effect of sildenafil, administered prior to renal ischemia/reperfusion (I/R), by scintigraphy and histopathological evaluation in rats.

Methods: Twenty-four rats were divided randomly into two groups. They received 0.

Comparative analysis of two different alar base sutures after Le Fort I osteotomy: randomized double-blind controlled trial.

Objective: The aim of this prospective study was to analyze the efficacy of a new alar base cinch suture by comparing it with the commonly used cinch suture described by Schendel and Delaire in Dr. William Bell's book.

Study Design: Thirty-five patients submitted to maxillary impaction and/or advancements of ≥ 3 mm were randomly divided into 2 groups.

Avoiding condylar displacement after intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy.

The intraoral vertical osteotomy is a versatile and simple technique usually applied to correct mandibular prognathism. Its greatest advantages include ease of performance and minimum neurosensory disturbances, whereas maxillomandibular fixation is pointed as its major disadvantage. Another important concern about this technique is condylar displacement, which may lead to temporomandibular dysfunction.

Rehabilitation of an adolescent with ectodermal dysplasia. Two-stage orthognathic, graft, and implant surgery: case report.

A 16-year-old girl presenting with ectodermal dysplasia has undergone double jaw orthognathic surgery to correct mandibular prognathism and maxillary anteroposterior deficiency. Ten months later the patient had a second surgery that included the placement of 11 implants along with bone grafting to the maxilla and mandible. Fourteen months after the second surgery, the definitive ceramic work was fabricated and screw retained.

Selective alveolar corticotomy to intrude overerupted molars.

Orthodontic intrusion of overerupted molars in adults is challenging for most clinicians. Efficient intrusion can be achieved by combining selective alveolar corticotomies with a modified full-coverage maxillary splint to reduce surgical risks, treatment time, and costs for both orthodontists and patients.

Orthodontic and surgical treatment of a patient with an ankylosed temporomandibular joint.

This article describes the surgical and orthodontic treatment of a girl with facial deformities and functional involvement. The left temporomandibular joint was ankylosed, and the lower third of the face was markedly deficient, with mandibular retrusion and severe laterognathism to the left side. Mouth-opening was limited, and the patient had problems speaking and chewing.

Severe sequelae of acute dental trauma in the primary dentition--a case report.

The incidence of traumatic injuries to primary teeth is high. Previous studies report frequencies ranging from 4% to 33% of all children. The damage limitation and the prevention of sequelae are goals that shall direct the treatment for dental trauma.

Comparison of mandibular rami width in patients with prognathism and retrognathia.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess the ramus thickness in skeletal Class III and Class II patients.

Methods: Forty patients were evaluated using computed tomography scanning.

Results: Compared with the Class II patients, the mandibular ramus of Class III patients was thinner.