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The Impact of Social Networks and Brands on Young People's Body Perception and ...

This article addresses the impact of social media and brands on young people's perception of body image and health, highlighting the relevance of influencer marketing in contemporary times. It discusses the influence of social media on shaping self-image and promoting unattainable beauty standards, which can lead to mental and physical health issues among youth. It emphasizes the urgency of an inclusive approac...

ETDRS grading with CLARUS ultra-widefield images shows agreement with 7-fields ...

To analyse and compare the grading of diabetic retinopathy (DR) severity level using standard 35° ETDRS 7-fields photography and CLARUS™ 500 ultra-widefield imaging system. A cross-sectional analysis of retinal images of patients with type 2 diabetes (n=160 eyes) was performed for this study. All patients underwent 7-fields colour fundus photography (CFP) at 35° on a standard Topcon TRC50DX® camera, and ultra-w...

Intraretinal microvascular abnormalities in eyes with advanced stages of nonpro...

This study aimed to evaluate intraretinal microvascular abnormalities (IRMA) in eyes with advanced nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) using multimodal approach in co-located areas focusing on central retina (up to 50°) and to look at possible correlations between IRMA and other structural changes, like ischemia and presence of microaneurysms. The RICHARD study (NCT05112445) included 60 eyes from 60 pa...

Investigating the role of symptom valorisation in tuberculosis patient delay in...

Background: Diagnosis delay contributes to increased tuberculosis (TB) transmission and morbimortality. TB incidence has been decreasing in Portugal, but median patient delay (PD) has risen. Symptom valorisation may determine PD by influencing help-seeking behaviour. We aimed to analyse the association between symptom valorisation and PD, while characterising individuals who disregarded their symptoms. Methods:...

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Oral health status of adult dysphagic patients that undergo endoscopic gastrost...

Background: Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) is required to maintain a feeding route when neurological or cancer dysphagia impact oral intake. This study aimed to evaluate the oral health and oral changes of PEG-patients without oral feeding for three months.

Oral health status of adult dysphagic patients that undergo endoscopic gastrost...

Background: Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) is required to maintain a feeding route when neurological or cancer dysphagia impact oral intake. This study aimed to evaluate the oral health and oral changes of PEG-patients without oral feeding for three months. Methods: Prospective observational study, with a PEG-patients convenience sample. Data were obtained before PEG (T0) and 3 months after gastrostomy (T1). Init...

Prevalence of Nutritional Risk at Admission in Internal Medicine Wards in Portu...

Introduction: Disease-related undernutrition is highly prevalent and requires timely intervention. However, identifying undernutrition often relies on physician judgment. As Internal Medicine wards are the backbone of the hospital setting, insight into the prevalence of nutritional risk in this population is essential. We aimed to determine the prevalence of nutritional risk in Internal Medicine wards, to ident...

Prevalence of Nutritional Risk at Admission in Internal Medicine Wards in Portu...

Introduction: Disease-related undernutrition is highly prevalent and requires timely intervention. However, identifying undernutrition often relies on physician judgment. As Internal Medicine wards are the backbone of the hospital setting, insight into the prevalence of nutritional risk in this population is essential. We aimed to determine the prevalence of nutritional risk in Internal Medicine wards, to ident...

Prevalence of nutritional risk at admission in internal medicine wards in Portu...

Introduction: Disease-related undernutrition is highly prevalent and requires timely intervention. However, identifying undernutrition often relies on physician judgment. As Internal Medicine wards are the backbone of the hospital setting, insight into the prevalence of nutritional risk in this population is essential. We aimed to determine the prevalence of nutritional risk in Internal Medicine wards, to ident...