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Determinantes estructurales de países con decrecimiento en la prevalencia por la infección VIH/SIDA en el periodo 2001-2011

Rev. salud pública; 16 (6), 2014
Objetivo Analizar y comparar los elementos y características estructurales que permiten establecer un modelo sobre la disminución (superior o igual al 25%) de la infección por VIH/SIDA, en 22 países durante el periodo 2001-2011. MétodoCohorte retrospectiva enfocada desde la perspectiva de los determ...

Anatomic variations of sphenoid sinus pneumatization in a sample of Turkish population: MRI study

Int. j. morphol; 32 (4), 2014
There are a number of variations regarding morphometric anatomy and degree of pneumatization of the sphenoid sinus. In our study, we planned to examine and show the differences of pneumatization of the sphenoid sinus particularly to guide the neurosurgeon during transsphenoidal surgery. Sagittal T1-weigh...

Innovations in vascular and endovascular surgery in Brazil: a data analysis study

J. vasc. bras; 13 (4), 2014
Background: Innovations in vascular and endovascular surgery have important social and economic repercussions. Most endovascular devices used in Brazil are imported and, therefore, particularly expensive. Objective: To conduct a retrospective analysis of patent and regulatory approval data for newly deve...

Microbiological species and antimicrobial resistance profile in patients with diabetic foot infections

J. vasc. bras; 13 (4), 2014
Introduction: Diabetic foot infections are a difficult problem to solve, often requiring hospitalization and exposing patients to the risk of amputations. Identification of the most prevalent pathogens is useful for administration of antibiotic therapy, and can reduce mutilations. Objective: To identify ...

Open vs. endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysm: a comparative analysis

J. vasc. bras; 13 (4), 2014
Context: Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a condition that is usually asymptomatic, but potentially fatal, and has a prevalence in men over 60 years old ranging from 4.3% to 8%. There are two treatment options available: open surgery (OS) and endovascular treatment (ET). Objective: To compare the resul...

Impact of continuing education in vascular images analysis for endovascular planning

J. vasc. bras; 13 (4), 2014
Introduction: Manipulation of images using three-dimensional multiplanar reconstruction algorithms (3D MPR) and maximum intensity projection (MIP) is dependent on prior understanding of the method's true validity and its superiority over traditional semi-digital or analog methods of measurement. Objectiv...

Comparison of early and late percutaneous tracheotomies in adult intensive care unit

Rev. bras. anestesiol; 64 (6), 2014
Background and objectives: Percutaneous tracheotomy has become a good alternative for patients thought to have prolonged intubation in intensive care units. The most important benefits of tracheotomy are early discharge of the patient from the intensive care unit and shortening of the time spent in the h...

Tratamento híbrido das doenças do arco aórtico

Introdução: O manejo das doenças da aorta torácica que envolvem a aorta ascendente, arco aórtico e aorta torácica descendente constituem um desafio técnico e é uma área em constante desenvolvimento e inovação. Objetivo: Analisar os resultados iniciais e a médio prazo do tratamento híbrido da...

Cierre de comunicación interventricular en menores de un año en un hospital público

Arch. argent. pediatr; 112 (6), 2014
Introducción. La comunicación interventricular (CIV) es la cardiopatía congénita más frecuente y el cierre quirúrgico primario es la estrategia de elección para corregirla. El objetivo es describir los resultados de la reparación quirúrgica en menores de 1 año y analizar factores de riesgo de m...

Uso crônico de inibidores da bomba de prótons na atenção primária

Introdução: Os inibidores da bomba de prótons (IBPs) são considerados o maior avanço no tratamento de doenças gástricas. No entanto, atualmente têm sido utilizados, muitas vezes, de modo empírico (por prescrição ou automedicação). Objetivo: O presente estudo teve por objetivo avaliar o perfi...