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Higher incidence of metabolic syndrome components in vitiligo patients: a prospective cross-sectional study

An. bras. dermatol; 95 (2), 2020
Abstract Background/Objectives: To investigate the association between vitiligo and metabolic syndrome. Methods: A prospective cross-sectional study was conducted between 2014 and 2016. Study (n = 155) and control groups (n = 155) were evaluated for metabolic syndrome according to National Cholesterol ...

Analysis of cardiovascular risk and carotid intima-media thickness in patients with psoriasis

An. bras. dermatol; 95 (2), 2020
Abstract Background: Psoriasis is associated with atherosclerosis and increased cardiovascular risk. Currently, an automated ultrasound, called quantitative intima media thickness, has proven to be a useful method to evaluate subclinical atherosclerosis. Objectives: To compare increased cardiovascular ...

Analysis of filaggrin 2 gene polymorphisms in patients with atopic dermatitis

An. bras. dermatol; 95 (2), 2020
Abstract Background: Polymorphisms of the filaggrin 2 gene (rs 12568784 and rs 16899374) are associated with persistent atopic dermatitis in African American patients. Filaggrin 2 is a protein with a function similar to filaggrin and also encoded in the epidermal differentiation complex on chromosome 1q...

Underexpression of endothelial nitric oxide synthase leads to more severe pulmonary complex vascular lesions associated with HIV patients

Arch. cardiol. Méx; 90 (1), 2020
Abstract Background: Despite increase in survival of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) patients due to highly active antiretroviral therapy, non-infectious complications are still prevalent such as presentation of lung vasculopathy, even in asymptomatic patients. Endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS...

Mast cells in the kidney biopsies of pediatric patients with lupus nephritis

J. bras. nefrol; 42 (1), 2020
ABSTRACT Introduction: Mast cells may be involved in inflammation and contribute to the onset of fibrosis in lupus nephritis (LN). Objective: This study aimed to correlate the presence of mast cells in kidney biopsy specimens of pediatric patients with LN with activity (AI) and chronicity (CI) indice...

Componentes biosociales y enfermedades prevalentes de la infancia en menores de 5 años del Bañado Sur de Asunción
Biosocial components and prevalent childhood diseases in children under 5 years from the Bañado Sur of Asunción

Introducción: Las enfermedades prevalentes de la infancia en condiciones adversas como la pobreza pueden ser graves o mortales. La Atención Integrada a las Enfermedades Prevalentes de la Infancia (AIEPI) aborda los determinantes sociales de la salud. Objetivo: Conocer las enfermedades prevalentes y la...

Cognitive impairment in chronic migraine: a cross-sectional study in a clinic-based sample

Arq. neuropsiquiatr; 78 (3), 2020
Abstract Cognitive impairment has been described in all phases of a migraine attack and interictally. However, the prevalence and phenotype of such impairment in chronic migraine (CM) have not yet been studied. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate both the prevalence of the objective cogni...

The Role of Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Temporomandibular Joint to Investigate Tinnitus in Adults with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder: A Comparative Study

Abstract Introduction The prevalence of tinnitus is higher in individuals with temporoman- dibular joint disorder (TMD) than in the general population. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the method of choice for investigation, and it has been hypothesized that spec...

Severe Dizziness Related to Postural Instability, Changes in Gait and Cognitive Skills in Patients with Chronic Peripheral Vestibulopathy

Abstract Introduction Peripheral vestibular disorders can lead to cognitive deficits and are more common in elderly patients. Objective To evaluate and correlate cognitive, balance and gait aspects in elderly women with chronic peripheral vestibular dizziness, and to compare them with elderly w...

Facial Clinimetric Evaluation Scale and Synkinesis Assessment Questionnaire Translation into Brazilian Portuguese: A Validation Study

Abstract Introduction Facial nerve palsy results in both functional disability and psychological morbidity. There are several well-established grading scales to quantify the quality of life of these patients. Objective Translate and validate the Facial Clinimetric Evaluation (FaCE) scale and Synkines...