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Saliva Molecular Testing Bypassing RNA Extraction is Suitable for Monitoring an...

Background: Adults are being vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 worldwide, but the longitudinal protection of these vaccines is uncertain, given the ongoing appearance of SARS-CoV-2 variants. Children remain largely unvaccinated and are susceptible to infection, with studies reporting that they actively transmit the virus even when asymptomatic, thus affecting the community. Methods: We investigated if saliva is an ...

Etiology, Treatment and Prognosis of Acute Pericarditis

Introduction: Acute pericarditis is a common inflammatory condition of the pericardium usually assumed to be viral or idiopathic. Despite recent treatment improvements, information is scarce regarding etiology and prognosis. Our aim was to determine the incidence of pericarditis with a known etiology and assess clinical prognostic predictors. Material and Methods: A clinical retrospective analysis of hospitaliz...

Changes in Iron Metabolism Induced by Anti-Interleukin-6 Receptor Monoclonal An...

(1) Background: Treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with an anti-IL-6 receptor (anti-IL-6R) monoclonal antibody (tocilizumab) has been found to influence iron metabolism. The objective of the present study was to ascertain whether changes in iron metabolism induced by anti-IL-6R biologic therapy were independently associated with an increased infection risk. (2) Methods: A prospective longitudi...

Methaemoglobinemia Induced by Poppers and Bupropion Intoxication in the Emergen...

A 40-year-old man presented to the emergency department with dyspnoea and fatigue after bupropion and popper consumption. Clinical examination was remarkable for central cyanosis not responding to supplementary oxygen. Arterial blood gas analysis showed a methaemoglobin value of 30.3%. Methaemoglobinemia was diagnosed and the patient was treated with methylene blue. However, during methylene blue administration...

Malária grave a plasmodium falciparum – a experiência de uma unidade de cuidado...

Introdução: A malária é uma doença potencialmente fatal na ausência de tratamento dirigido e atempado. A sua forma grave é causada quase exclusivamente por Plasmodium falciparum. Material e Métodos: Estudo retrospetivo dos doentes com malária grave a Plasmodium falciparum admitidos no serviço de medicina intensiva (SMI) do Hospital de Cascais de Fevereiro/09 a Junho/17, com revisão do perfil clínico, terapêutic...

Síndrome de Rowell

Manifestações oftalmológicas de doenças sistémicas

Reabilitação no AVC: normas orientadoras e percurso no HFF

Effects of lower limb strengthening on balance and function in persons who suff...

Introduction - Cerebrovascular diseases, and among them, cerebral vascular accidents, are one of the main causes of morbidity and disability at European Union countries. Clinical framework resulting from these diseases include important limitations in functional ability of the these patients Postural control dysfunctions are one of the most common and devastating consequences of a stroke interfering with functi...

Knee muscle strength, balance and functional independence in persons with stroke

Purpose: To investigate the relationship between knee muscle strength, balance and functional independence within the first month after stroke. Relevance: Cerebral vascular disease is one of the main causes of morbidity, disability and mortality in developed countries. Problems with movement control are frequent after stroke. Lower limb weakness and impaired balance are common problems that are related with the...