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Comparison of drug-induced sleep endoscopy and Müller's maneuver in diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea using the VOTE classification system

Abstract Introduction: Knowledge of the site of obstruction and the pattern of airway collapse is essential for determining correct surgical and medical management of patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS). To this end, several diagnostic tests and procedures have been developed. Objecti...

The importance of clinical monitoring for compliance with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure

Abstract Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is currently a public health problem of great importance. When misdiagnosed or improperly treated, it can lead to serious consequences on patients' quality of life. The gold standard treatment for cases of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, especial...

Aplicación precoz de presión positiva continua en el tratamiento de la infección respiratoria aguda baja moderada-grave en pacientes menores de 2 años

Arch. argent. pediatr; 115 (3), 2017
Objetivo. Analizar las características de los pacientes menores de 2 años que padecieron una infección respiratoria aguda baja moderada-grave tratados precozmente con presión positiva continua en la vía aérea de burbuja y los factores asociados al éxito de la intervención. Método. Estudio retros...

Propiedades psicométricas de las escalas de gravedad de obstrucción bronquial en pediatría: Revisión sistemática y metaanálisis

Arch. argent. pediatr; 115 (3), 2017
Introducción. En pediatría, es determinante establecer precozmente la gravedad de la obstrucción bronquial (GOB). Objetivo. Evaluar las propiedades psicométricas de escalas de medición de GOB en pacientes pediátricos. Población y método. Revisión sistemática de estudios sobre validez y confiabi...

Evaluación de los índices predictores de eventos adversos en el adulto inmunocompetente hospitalizado por neumonía adquirida en la comunidad

Rev. méd. Chile; 145 (6), 2017
Background: Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) causes significant morbidity and mortality in adults. Aim: To compare the accuracy of four validated rules for predicting adverse outcomes in patients hospitalized with CAP. Patients and Methods: We compared the pneumonia severity index (PSI), British Thor...

Indications and visual outcomes of intrastromal corneal ring segment implantation in a large patient series

Clinics; 72 (6), 2017
OBJECTIVES: To describe the indications for and visual outcomes of intrastromal corneal ring segment implantation. METHODS: A large retrospective case-series chart-review study was conducted using Sorocaba Ophthalmological Hospital medical records. This study included 1222 eyes (1196 patients) that were...

Language assessment of children with severe liver disease in a public service in Brazil

Clinics; 72 (6), 2017
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this research was to compare language development (expressive and receptive skills) in children awaiting liver transplantation with that of children who have already undergone the surgical procedure. METHODS: An observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with 7...

Evaluation of periodontal condition and risk in patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis

Einstein (Säo Paulo); 15 (2), 2017
ABSTRACT Objective To establish a profile of periodontal conditions in chronic kidney disease patients on hemodialysis and their periodontal risk. Methods We included 115 patients on hemodialysis. Clinical periodontal parameters assessed were: plaque index, gingival index, probing depth and clinical ...

Effects of statins on the development of sepsis and organ dysfunction in hospitalized older patients in China

Braz. j. infect. dis; 21 (3), 2017
ABSTRACT This study aimed to evaluate the protective role of statins on the development of sepsis and infection-related organ dysfunction and mortality in a hospitalized older Chinese population with bacterial infections. In this retrospective cohort study, 257 older patients with bacterial infection wer...

Asymptomatic and symptomatic embolic events in infective endocarditis: associated factors and clinical impact

Braz. j. infect. dis; 21 (3), 2017
ABSTRACT Background: Embolic complications of infective endocarditis are common. The impact of asymptomatic embolism is uncertain. Objectives: To determine the frequency of emboli due to IE and to identify events associated with embolism. Methods: Retrospective analysis of an endocarditis database, pr...