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Molecular detection of Leishmania infantum DNA according to clinical stages of leishmaniasis in dog

Abstract The aim of this study was to compare molecular tests used to diagnose Leishmania spp. in dogs with different stages of infection. Blood and conjunctival swab (CS) samples from dogs classified in four clinical stages were subjected to different PCR protocols (13A/13B, MC1/MC2, LITSR/L5.8S and LEI...

Psoriasis in obesity: comparison of serum levels of leptin and adiponectin in obese subjects - cases and controls

An. bras. dermatol; 94 (2), 2019
Abstract BACKGROUND: Psoriasis and obesity are somewhat related to a low-grade systemic inflammatory response. OBJECTIVES: To determine leptin and adiponectin levels in psoriasis patients compared to control patients matched for weight. METHODS: A case-control study was performed, evaluating 113 psori...

The role of GNLY gene polymorphisms in psoriasis pathogenesis

An. bras. dermatol; 94 (2), 2019
Abstract BACKGROUND: Psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory disorder that involves complex pathogenic interactions between the innate and adaptive immune systems. The most accepted mechanism in the etiopathogenesis of psoriasis is the induction of inflammation with keratinocyte hyperproliferation. Granuly...

Moderate to severe plaque psoriasis - treatment with drugs of the classic scheme

The Guidelines Project, an initiative of the Brazilian Medical Association, aims to combine information from the medical field in order to standardize producers to assist the reasoning and decision-making of doctors. The information provided through this project must be assessed and criticized by the phy...

Psoriasis in moderate grave plaque - immunobiological treatment

The Guidelines Project, an initiative of the Brazilian Medical Association, aims to combine information from the medical field in order to standardize producers to assist the reasoning and decision-making of doctors. The information provided through this project must be assessed and criticized by the phy...

Nível de comprometimento motor e deglutição em pacientes com paralisia cerebral

Rev. bras. neurol; 55 (1), 2019
INTRODUÇÃO: as condições motoras orais de pacientes com paralisia cerebral (PC), incluindo a função de deglutição, apresentam influência de diversos aspectos, dentre estes o comprometimento motor global. O Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) compreende o sistema mais utilizado na ...

Effects of resistance exercise training and stretching on chronic insomnia

Rev. bras. psiquiatr; 41 (1), 2019
Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the effects of resistance exercise and stretching on sleep, mood, and quality of life in chronic insomnia patients. Methods: Three 4-month treatments included: resistance exercise (n=10), stretching (n=10), and control (n=8). Sleep was evaluated with polyso...

Severity and Outcomes in Association with Known Exposures and Susceptibilities among Afro-Caribbean Patients with Hospital-acquired Acute Kidney Injury

West Indian med. j; 68 (1), 2019
ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the severity and outcomes associated with known exposures and susceptibilities in Afro-Caribbean patients with hospital-acquired acute kidney injury (HA-AKI). Methods: This was a single centre hospital-based cohort study. Acute kidney injury was diagnosed and staged b...

Prevalence and Severity of Dental Caries and Fluorosis in 8 Year-old Children With or Without Fluoride Supplementation

ABSTRACT: One of the most effective and studied measures in the prevention of caries is the use of fluoride, which has the property to reduce their incidence and severity. In Chile, 75 % of the population receives it the drinking water. In 1984, WHO recommended the use of milk as an alternative vehicle. ...

A experiência do médico examinador tem influência na avaliação do tônus anal em comparação à manometria anorretal?

Arq. gastroenterol; 56 (1), 2019
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Digital rectal examination (DRE) is part of the physical examination, is also essential for the colorectal surgeon evaluation. A good DRE offers precious information related to the patient's complaints, which will help in decision making. It is simple, quick and minimally invasive....