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Varicella zoster virus related deaths and hospitalizations before the introduction of universal vaccination with the tetraviral vaccine

J. pediatr. (Rio J.); 92 (4), 2016
Abstract Objective: To characterize varicella zoster virus-related deaths and hospitalizations in Brazil before universal vaccination with the tetravalent (measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella) vaccine, attempting to collect baseline data on varicella morbidity and mortality in order to evaluate the i...

Asociación entre exposición a plomo y arsénico y Trastorno de Déficit Atencional e Hiperactividad (TDAH)

La intoxicación por metales pesados puede causar daños múltiples y en ocasiones ausentes de síntomas. En Marzo del 2011 se comienza a analizar la contaminación medioambiental de la localidad de Ventanas, y particularmente de La Escuela la Greda, tras una intoxicación en sus alumnos. Se decidió rea...

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...

Trends in Mortality Rate from Cardiovascular Disease in Brazil, 1980-2012

Arq. bras. cardiol; 107 (1), 2016
Abstract Background: Studies have questioned the downward trend in mortality from cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in Brazil in recent years. Objective: to analyze recent trends in mortality from ischemic heart disease (IHD) and stroke in the Brazilian population. Methods: Mortality and population data w...

Trends in Mortality from Cerebrovascular and Hypertensive Diseases in Brazil Between 1980 and 2012

Arq. bras. cardiol; 107 (1), 2016
Abstract Background: Cerebrovascular and hypertensive diseases are among the main causes of death worldwide. However, there are limited data about the trends of these diseases over the years. Objective: To evaluate the temporal trends in mortality rates and proportional mortality from cerebrovascular a...

Clinical electroencephalogram (EEG) evaluation is improved by the amplitude asymmetry index

Arq. neuropsiquiatr; 74 (7), 2016
ABSTRACT Cerebral hemispheres, although similar, are neither completely symmetrical in structure nor equivalent in function. EEG asymmetry studies have been directed more to frequency than to amplitude analysis. Objective Better definition of normal amplitude asymmetry values on the classical EEG frequ...

Antimicrobial susceptibility of acinetobacter clinical isolates and emerging antibiogram trends for nosocomial infection management

Abstract: Introduction: The drug resistant Acinetobacter strains are important causes of nosocomial infections that are difficult to control and treat. This study aimed to determine the antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of Acinetobacter strains isolated from different clinical specimens obtained fro...

Are normal-weight adolescents satisfied with their weight?

Säo Paulo med. j; 134 (3), 2016
ABSTRACT: CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: The high prevalence of obesity has led to public policies for combating it. People with normal weight may gain greater awareness of this issue and change their perceptions of their weight. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of body weight dissatisfacti...

Cambios epidemiológicos en niños quemados, a 10 años de seguimiento

Rev. chil. pediatr; 87 (3), 2016
Introducción El objetivo de este estudio fue comparar la incidencia de quemaduras y características epidemiológicas en niños de una comuna de Santiago de Chile en 10 años. Pacientes y método Estudio analítico, mediante revisión de fichas clínicas de menores de 15 años provenientes de la comuna ...

Profile of patients admitted to a triage dermatology clinic at a tertiary hospital in São Paulo, Brazil

An. bras. dermatol; 91 (3), 2016
Abstract: Background: Knowledge of epidemiological data on skin diseases is important in planning preventive strategies in healthcare services. Objective: To assess data from patients admitted to a triage dermatology clinic. Methods: A retrospective study was performed of patients admitted over a one-...