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Objectives: To evaluate the prevalence of methylisothiazolinone sensitivity and associated factors in individuals with suspected allergic contact dermatitis.

Methods: Cross-sectional study based on patch tests, including methylisothiazolinone 0.2%, in 286 participants with suspected allergic contact dermatitis, in Brasília/DF, Brazil, between March/2020 and March/2022.

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Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a relatively rare genetic disorder, inherited in an autosomal codominant manner, that results in reduced serum AAT concentrations, with a consequent reduction in antielastase activity in the lungs, as well as an increased risk of diseases such as pulmonary emphysema, liver cirrhosis, and necrotizing panniculitis. It results from different mutations in the SERPINA1 gene, leading to changes in the AAT glycoprotein, which can alter its concentration, conformation, and function. Unfortunately, underdiagnosis is quite common; it is possible that only 10% of cases are diagnosed.

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Introduction: Female external genital plastic surgery (vulvoplasty) is among the most performed aesthetic surgeries in Brazil. Vulva self-image can be defined as women's perception of their vulva and is usually related to sexual function. The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact and interrelationship of female external genital plastic surgery on self-image and sexual function.

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Depression and sedentary behaviour in women with multiple sclerosis.

Mult Scler Relat Disord

November 2024

Universidade de Brasília, Faculdade de Educação Física, Laboratório de Análise do Movimento Humano, Brasília, Distrito Federal CEP: 70910-900, Brazil.

Depression affects around 50% of people with Multiple Sclerosis (pwMS) during their lifetime. PwMS are typically less physically active and spend twice as much time engaging in sedentary behaviour compared to the general population. Therefore, a better understanding of the factors associated with depression in pwMS, as well as the relationship between depression and sedentary behaviour and physical activity, is crucial for developing effective therapeutic strategies MS treatment.

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Background: Evidence suggests that semi-facial respirators provide protection against contamination in high-risk environments, although the COVID-19 pandemic called for greater protection and viral inactivation capacity. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of a novel semi-facial respirator containing chitosan nanoparticles, compared with a conventional N95 respirator on the incidence of laboratory-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 in healthcare professionals. The secondary outcomes were influenza infection, usability and comfort.

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Quality indicators for hospital burn care: a scoping review.

BMC Health Serv Res

April 2024

Programa de Pós Graduação em Ciências do Movimento Humano e Reabilitação, Universidade Evangélica de Goiás, Cidade Universitária, Avenida Universitária, Anápolis, Goiás, Brazil.

Background: Burn treatments are complex, and for this reason, a specialised multidisciplinary approach is recommended. Evaluating the quality of care provided to acute burn patients through quality indicators makes it possible to develop and implement measures aiming at better results. There is a lack of information on which indicators to evaluate care in burn patients.

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Year in review 2023 - Back to the future.

J Cyst Fibros

March 2024

Medicine Department, Universidade Federal de Catalão, Catalão, Brazil; Pneumology Unit, Hospital de Base do Distrito Federal, Brasília, Brazil; Thoracic Diseases Unit, Hospital Regional da Asa Norte, Brasília, Brazil. Electronic address:

This review synthesizes articles published in 2023, focusing on the impact of elexacaftor-tezacaftor-ivacaftor (ETI) in cystic fibrosis (CF) care. Real-world data highlights sustained benefits of ETI across age groups, while challenges like neuropsychological side effects persist. Beyond CFTR modulators, research explores telemedicine and novel therapies.

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Importance: Current measures of alopecia areata (AA) severity, such as the Severity of Alopecia Tool score, do not adequately capture overall disease impact.

Objective: To explore factors associated with AA severity beyond scalp hair loss, and to support the development of the Alopecia Areata Severity and Morbidity Index (ASAMI).

Evidence Review: A total of 74 hair and scalp disorder specialists from multiple continents were invited to participate in an eDelphi project consisting of 3 survey rounds.

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Twelve tips to manage a research project-advice for the young investigator.

J Bras Pneumol

November 2023

. Methods in Epidemiologic, Clinical, and Operations Research-MECOR-program, American Thoracic Society/Asociación Latinoamericana del Tórax, Montevideo, Uruguay.

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Background: Early melanoma detection allows for timely intervention and treatment, significantly improving the chances of favorable outcomes for patients. Small-diameter melanoma (SDM) typically represents an initial growth phase of cutaneous melanoma. One of the challenges in detecting melanoma in their early stage lies in the fact that dermoscopy criteria have been primarily designed for fully developed lesions.

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The underdiagnosis of alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency (AATD) has been recognized for many years, yet little progress has been made in treatment of the disease. In this review, we summarize the AATD disease process as well as its diagnosis and treatment by AAT augmentation therapy. AATD is a rare autosomal disease that primarily affects the lungs and liver.

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  • - A study on rosacea was conducted in 13 dermatological clinics across Brazil to understand its prevalence and characteristics, revealing a prevalence rate of 12.7%.
  • - The southern region of Brazil had the highest rates, with affected individuals generally older and primarily of Caucasian ethnicity, showing traits often linked to lighter skin types.
  • - Key findings indicated that facial redness (erythema) was the most common symptom, and gender did not significantly affect the occurrence of rosacea.
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Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of and factors associated with experimentation with and current use of water pipes and e-cigarettes among medical students.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional multicentric study involving a convenience sample of students from medical schools in most Brazilian geographic regions. Information about experimentation with and current use of conventional cigarettes, water pipes, and e-cigarettes; beliefs and attitudes toward tobacco products; religiosity; and demographics were collected by means of an online structured questionnaire.

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The present study applied distinct models of descriptive analysis to explore the integrative networks and the kinetic timeline of serum soluble mediators to select a set of systemic biomarkers applicable for the clinical management of COVID-19 patients. For this purpose, a total of 246 participants (82 COVID-19 and 164 healthy controls - HC) were enrolled in a prospective observational study. Serum soluble mediators were quantified by high-throughput microbeads array on hospital admission (D0) and at consecutive timepoints (D1-6 and D7-20).

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Some chronic respiratory diseases can cause hypoxemia and, in such cases, long-term home oxygen therapy (LTOT) is indicated as a treatment option primarily to improve patient quality of life and life expectancy. Home oxygen has been used for more than 70 years, and support for LTOT is based on two studies from the 1980s that demonstrated that oxygen use improves survival in patients with COPD. There is evidence that LTOT has other beneficial effects such as improved cognitive function, improved exercise capacity, and reduced hospitalizations.

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Sleep is essential for the proper functioning of all individuals. Sleep-disordered breathing can occur at any age and is a common reason for medical visits. The objective of this consensus is to update knowledge about the main causes of sleep-disordered breathing in adult and pediatric populations, with an emphasis on obstructive sleep apnea.

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This prospective, randomized and double-blind study aims to compare two different protocols used for bowel preparation in patients scheduled for colonoscopy. The protocols were composed by solutions of Mannitol or sodium picosulfate combined with magnesium oxide. Patients from the proctology outpatient clinic of the General Surgery Unit of the Regional Hospital of Asa Norte (HRAN) comprised the sample of this study.

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Despite the various perceptual-motor deficits documented in strabismus, there is a paucity of studies evaluating visual illusions in patients with strabismus. The aim of this study was to examine how the illusionary perception occurs in children/adolescents (10-15 years old) with strabismus with referral for surgery to correct ocular deviations. A controlled cross-sectional study was carried out in which 45 participants with strabismus and 62 healthy volunteers aged 10-15 years were evaluated.

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