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Pediatric Sarcopenia: What do We Know?

Pediatric sarcopenia is an emerging health issue that affects muscle development, strength, and overall well-being in children and adolescents. While it was initially linked to aging, recent studies highlight its presence in younger populations, particularly among those with chronic conditions. This condition affects growth and neurodevelopment in the short term and is associated with an increased risk of long-...

Perturbações do Comportamento Alimentar: Casuística da Unidade de Internamento ...

INTRODUÇÃO: As perturbações do comportamento alimentar (PCA) são patologias com alta morbilidade e significativo impacto na vida de crianças e adolescentes. Trata-se de doenças biopsicossociais, envolvendo fatores de natureza individual, familiar e sociocultural. Apresentam elevada comorbilidade com outras perturbações psiquiátricas. As complicações orgânicas são comuns. O nosso objetivo foi caracterização dos ...

Epidemiological and Clinical Aspects of Cutaneous and Mucosal Leishmaniases in ...

Leishmania infantum, a zoonotic vector-born parasite, is endemic in the Mediterranean region, presenting mostly as visceral (VL), but also as cutaneous (CL) and mucosal leishmaniasis (ML). This study aimed to describe the epidemiological and clinical aspects of the CL and ML cases diagnosed in mainland Portugal between 2010 and 2020. Collaboration was requested from every hospital of the Portuguese National Hea...

Epidemiological and Clinical Aspects of Cutaneous and Mucosal Leishmaniases in ...

Leishmania infantum, a zoonotic vector-born parasite, is endemic in the Mediterranean region, presenting mostly as visceral (VL), but also as cutaneous (CL) and mucosal leishmaniasis (ML). This study aimed to describe the epidemiological and clinical aspects of the CL and ML cases diagnosed in mainland Portugal between 2010 and 2020. Collaboration was requested from every hospital of the Portuguese National Hea...

Delays have dangerous ends: Tuberculosis diagnosis delay in Portugal, a qualita...

Risco de infeção em pessoas com doença renal crónica submetidos a hemodiálise

The risk of infection is one of the most frequent complications among people undergoing hemodialysis. Objective: To define a nursing care plan for a person in end-stage chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis with a focus on prevention and control of the risk of infection. Method: Descriptive study developed from a clinical case study on a 57-year-old male person (designated DG) for about six years. Data...

Development of a canine epidermis equivalent model for evaluation of sensitization

Background Canine atopic dermatitis (cAD) is a genetic-predisposed allergic and pruritic inflammatory skin condition, associated with sensitization to environmental allergens. Keratinocytes can produce several inflammatory mediators, in response to several other host mediators, antigens, and pathogens by virtue of their wide range of surface receptors, some of them dysregulated in cAD individuals. A histotypica...

Development of a canine skin analog

Background. Skin covers an extensive area of the body and comprises three major layers, subcutis, dermis, and epidermis. This organ is one of the most tested for toxicity and safety evaluation during the process of drug research and development, in past usually performed in vivo using animals. On the last years a concern of sustainable and eco-friendly approach has been developing, with the expansion of non-ani...

Biocompatibility and biosafety analysis of chitosan hydrogels using organotypic...

Background: Frequent dog consultations are due to skin wounds (Holland, 2019), with different trauma causes, like bites, burns and others. The majority of these wounds are not fatal, but cause long-lasting discomfort, demanding frequent medical care which may affect owners financially (Fahie & Shettko, 2007). Despite several pharmaceuticals available for dog wound treatment, new antibiotic-free efficient option...

HaliTeddies: A Vegan Gummy Bear to Inhibit Halitosis Using Carnosic Acid Extrac...

HaliTeddies are made of carnosic acid present in rosemary and aim to inhibit the action of halitosis causing bacteria. A need for this product was identified due to the mandatory use of facial masks because of COVID-19, which has had a negative outcome when it comes to breathe malodour. A vegan gummy bear product was selected as the best idea to satisfy this need since it is an appealing approach for a younger ...