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Relining effects on the push-out shear bond strength of glass fiber posts

Introduction: The correct use of glass fiber posts in endodontically treated teeth is essential for the clinical success of restorative treatment. Objective: This study evaluated the push-out shear bond strength of relined (R) or non-relined (NR) glass fiber posts, cemented with self-adhesive resin ceme...

Serum lipid profile and clinical characteristics of patients with xanthelasma palpebrarum

An. bras. dermatol; 91 (4), 2016
Abstract: Background: Although many factors are involved in the etiology of xanthelasma palpebrum, lipid disorder is strongly associated with its induction. Xanthelasma palpebrum, the most common type of xanthoma, usually presents in middle-aged females and results in aesthetic problems. Objective: To ...

Psychometrican analysis and dimensional structure of the Brazilian version of melasma quality of life scale (MELASQoL-BP)

An. bras. dermatol; 91 (4), 2016
Abstract: Background: Although asymptomatic, melasma inflicts significant impact on quality of life. MELASQoL is the main instrument used to assess quality of life associated with melasma, it has been validated in several languages, but its latent dimensional structure and psychometric properties haven...

Influence of the Bolsa Família program on nutritional status and food frequency of schoolchildren

J. pediatr. (Rio J.); 92 (4), 2016
Abstract Objective To evaluate the food frequency and nutritional status among students according to participation in the Bolsa Família program funded by the government. Methods Cross-sectional study carried out with students from the fourth grade of elementary school in the municipal capital of the s...

Prediction equations for spirometry in four- to six-year-old children

J. pediatr. (Rio J.); 92 (4), 2016
Abstract Objective To generate prediction equations for spirometry in 4- to 6-year-old children. Methods Forced vital capacity, forced expiratory volume in 0.5 s, forced expiratory volume in one second, peak expiratory flow, and forced expiratory flow at 25–75% of the forced vital capacity were a...

Can procalcitonin be a diagnostic marker for catheter-related blood stream infection in children?

J. pediatr. (Rio J.); 92 (4), 2016
Abstract Objective The potential role of procalcitonin (PCT) in the diagnosis of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSIs) is still unclear and requires further research. The diagnostic value of serum PCT for the diagnosis of CRBSI in children is evaluated here. Method This study was conducted be...

Percepción sobre riesgo al cambio climático como una amenaza para la salud humana, taganga, santa marta, 2014

Rev. luna azul; (43), 2016
La Organización Mundial de la Salud considera el cambio climático o calentamiento global un problema de salud pública. De esta manera, se hace necesario conocer la percepción del riesgo al cambio climático en las diferentes comunidades para proponer acciones de adaptación y mitigación al cambio cl...

Physical Activity and Lipid Profile in the ELSA- Brasil Study

Arq. bras. cardiol; 107 (1), 2016
Abstract Background: Regular physical activity (PA) induces desirable changes in plasma levels of high- and low-density lipoproteins (HDL and LDL, respectively) and triglycerides (TG), important risk factors for cardiometabolic diseases. However, doubts whether intensity and duration have equivalent ben...

Colchicine to Reduce Atrial Fibrillation in the Postoperative Period of Myocardial Revascularization

Arq. bras. cardiol; 107 (1), 2016
Abstract Background: The high prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) in the postoperative period of myocardial revascularization surgery increases morbidity and mortality. Objective: To assess the efficacy of colchicine to prevent AF in the postoperative period of myocardial revascularization surgery, ...

Validity and reliability evidence of the questionnaire for illness representation, the impact of epilepsy, and stigma (QIRIS)

Arq. neuropsiquiatr; 74 (7), 2016
ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to obtain reliability and validity evidence for the questionnaire of illness representation, the impact of epilepsy, and stigma (QIRIS) for use with adolescents and adults in Brazil. QIRIS consists of 14 questions grouped in three domains (attribution of meaning, ...