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Treatment of large persistent tracheoesophageal peristomal fistulas using silicon rings

Abstract Introduction: Tracheoesophageal peristomal fistulae can often be solved by reducing the size of the fistula or replacing the prosthesis; however, even with conservative techniques, leakage around the fistula may continue in total laryngectomy patients. Also, several techniques have been develop...

Use of silicon for skin and hair care: an approach of chemical forms available and efficacy

An. bras. dermatol; 91 (3), 2016
Abstract Silicon is the second most abundant element on Earth, and the third most abundant trace element in human body. It is present in water, plant and animal sources. On the skin, it is suggested that silicon is important for optimal collagen synthesis and activation of hydroxylating enzymes, improvin...