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Em Évora, ciências do mar em Évora?!
Castro, JoãoMemórias da criação do Laboratório de Ciências do Mar da Universidade de Évora.
Driving Behavior Classification Using a ConvLSTM
Pingo, Alberto; Castro, João; Loureiro, Paulo; Mendes, Silvio; Bernardino, Anabela; Miragaia, Rolando; Husyeva, IrynaThis work explores the classification of driving behaviors using a hybrid deep learning model that combines Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) with Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks (ConvLSTM). Sensor data are collected from a smartphone application and undergo a preprocessing pipeline, including data normalization, labeling, and feature extraction, to enhance the model’s performance. By capturing tempor...
Mid and long-term results of the Supera® stent in femoropopliteal obstructive d...
Pinelo, Andreia; Loureiro, Luís; Veterano, Carlos; Rocha, Henrique; Castro, João; Machado, RuiINTRODUCTION The femoropopliteal biomechanical characteristics make the endovascular treatment of complex lesions particularly challenging. Despite several studies reporting longer patency of femoropopliteal stenting when compared to balloon angioplasty, long-term outcomes are still marginal due to the high rate of restenosis, stent fracture, and thrombosis. This study aims to review the current literature on t...
The evolution of comunication in the wine industry
Castro, JoãoAbstractEmbark on a fascinating journey through the universe of wine, where history andtradition intertwine in every glass. This article unveils the multifaceted journey ofthis precious beverage throughout time, from its origins to its contemporaryinfluence. Discover how Adriano Ramos Pinto, with cunning and vision,revolutionized the wine industry, transforming transportation methods,marketing strategies, and e...
Parallel grafting technique for a complex zone 6 aortic pseudoaneurysm treatment
Azevedo Mendes, Daniel; Machado, Rui; Pereira, Carlos; Castro, João; Almeida, RuiINTRODUCTION: Endovascular reconstruction of the thoracoabdominal aorta is highly complex due to the need to preserve the main visceral branches. Optimal treatment with fenestrated and branched aneurysm aortic repair (F/B-EVAR) is usually not possible in urgent situations. Parallel grafting technique as an “off-the-shelf” solution have been described with good short and medium-term results. CASE REPORT: A 44-ye...
Digitisation of patient preferences in palliative care: mobile app prototype
Ferreira, João; Ferreira, Marta; Fernandes, Carla Sílvia; Castro, João; Campos, Maria JoanaBackground Engaging in advance care planning can be emotionally challenging, but gamification and technology are suggested as a potential solution. Objective Present the development stages of a mobile app prototype to improve quality of life for patients in palliative care. Design The study started with a comprehensive literature review to establish a foundation. Subsequently, interviews were conducted to valid...
Redefining late renal artery revascularization – splenorenal bypass in the trea...
A. Mendes, Daniel; Machado, Rui; Castro, João; Almeida, RuiINTRODUCTION: The ischemic window of kidney parenchyma is narrow, so a rapid development of renal infarction after acute renal artery occlusion is expected. However, patients often present with nonspecific symptoms and laboratory findings, making the early diagnosis challenging and contributing to treatment delay. Irreversible kidney dysfunction seems not to depend on the total warm ischemia time alone, and oth...
Endovascular approach as first-line therapy for congenital arteriovenous malfor...
Pinelo, Andreia; Loureiro, Luís; Almeida, Paulo; Mendes, Daniel; Veterano, Carlos; Castro, João; Rocha, Henrique; Almeida, RuiINTRODUCTION: Congenital vascular malformations are entities with a broad spectrum of presentations and variable prognosis. They typically present at a young age and are historically associated with extensive resection surgeries and with high morbidity. This study aims to evaluate the results of arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) embolization as a first-line approach in lesions which are not suitable for surgic...
Outcomes of kidney autotransplantation technique in the treatment of different ...
A. Mendes, Daniel; Machado, Rui; Veterano, Carlos; Rocha, Henrique; Castro, João; Pinelo, Andreia; Almeida, Henrique; Almeida, RuiINTRODUCTION: Kidney autotransplantation (KAT) is a versatile surgical technique used to treat multiple diseases affecting the kidney. This procedure allows the reconstruction of the renal artery or vein with optimal surgical exposure reducing warm ischemia time compared to open direct repair. Although infrequently reported nowadays and despite the growing use of endovascular treatments, KAT still has a place i...
Not Always a Thymoma – About a Mediastinal Cavernous Hemangioma
Pinto, Paula; Castro, João; Leite, Filipe; Cunha, Ana Luísa; Lopes, Sara; Paupério, GonçaloA mediastinal cavernous hemangioma is difficult to distinguish from other types of mediastinal tumours. They are usually asymptomatic and incidentally discovered in an imaging study but can present with compressive symptoms or by infiltration of adjacent structures. A 64-year-old woman with a prior history of triple negative invasive carcinoma of the breast, under surveillance was referred after a Chest CT-scan...