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Secondary syphilis in the oral cavity and the role of the dental surgeon in STD prevention, diagnosis and treatment: a case series study

Braz. j. infect. dis; 20 (4), 2016
Abstract Syphilis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Syphilis has three clinical stages and may present various oral manifestations, mainly at the secondary stage. The disease mimics other more common oral mucosa lesions, going undiagnosed and with no proper treatment. D...

Educación médica para la Atención Primaria de Salud: visión de los docentes y estudiantes

Rev. méd. Chile; 144 (8), 2016
BACKGROUND: It is unknown if medical education is preparing physicians to successfully work at primary health care settings. AIM: To explore what are the perceptions of faculty members and students about the type of physician needed and if medical education is coherent with the practice of primary health...

The formation of citizens: the pediatrician's role

J. pediatr. (Rio J.); 92 (3,supl.1), 2016
ABSTRACT Objective: This review article aims to define the fundamental role of the pediatrician in the formation of citizens in the 21st century. Source of data: Significant bibliographical contributions produced by neuroscience, ecology, and epigenetics in the early childhood scenario. Synthesis of d...

Evaluation of child development: beyond the neuromotor aspect

J. pediatr. (Rio J.); 92 (3,supl.1), 2016
Abstract Objective: To review the epidemiology and update the scientific knowledge on the problems of development and behavior in childhood, and the recommendations for the role of the pediatrician in identifying and managing delays and disturbances in child development and mental health. Sources: A se...

Breaking the silence of the lambs: integrating medical staff in prevention of human trafficking

Acta bioeth; 22 (1), 2016
Introduction: Human trafficking, including forced prostitution, is a form of human rights violation regarding right to life and respect for human dignity. The Physician-patient relationship may serve as a process for victim identification on the basis of physicians’ responsibilities to detect human traf...

Bioethical debate regarding gyms need for medical certificates for amateur sportsmen

Acta bioeth; 22 (1), 2016
Sports Medicine comprises two branches: one, related to professional athletes and the other, related to the general population vis a vis sports and physical activity. The bioethical conflicts involving professional athletes are different from those of amateur practitioners. There is a constant deliberati...

Conceptos generales de epigenética: proyecciones en pediatría

Rev. chil. pediatr; 87 (1), 2016
La asociación entre factores ambientales presentes durante el desarrollo embrionario/fetal y enfermedades que puedan presentarse durante la vida representa un campo de creciente interés. En este contexto la evidencia actual apoya fuertemente que alteraciones en el crecimiento intrauterino y durante los...