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Impact of bariatric surgery on Eustachian tube function
Chantre, Tiago; Alpoim Moreira, Inês; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioIntroduction - Rapid weight loss that occurs in the period after bariatric surgery can lead to a reduction in the adipose tissue that surrounds the cartilaginous portion of the Auditory Tube (AT). It is suggested in the literature that this loss of adipose tissue may correspond to a theoretical risk factor for AT dysfunction, although its real incidence is not known. Objectives - The objective of this study was...
Inguinal Bladder Incarcerated Hernia
Santos, Anita; Oliveira, Mariana; Peixoto, Inês; Alpoim, Carlos; Santos, Teresa.; .
Gamification in mobile applications: techniques, benefits and challenges
Oliveira, Mariana; Abelha, António; Sousa, Regina; Peixoto, HugoGamification, the integration of game-design elements into non-game contexts, has gained significant traction in the development of mobile applications across various sectors, including health, education, commerce, and environmental sustainability. This article explores the effectiveness, benefits, challenges, and future directions of Gamification in mobile apps. By enhancing user engagement, motivation, and lo...
The effects of climate variations on the incidence of benign paroxysmal positio...
Chantre, Tiago; Moreira, Inês Alpoim; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioBackground and objective: Vestibular symptoms are among the most common medical complaints in the emergency room. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most frequently observed diagnoses in these patients and has a considerable personal and health care burden. Our aim is to evaluate the weekly and seasonal incidence of BPPV and study the possible relationship between the incidence of BPPV an...
Perception of the application of Artificial Intelligence in Portuguese Otorhino...
Chantre, Tiago; Alpoim Moreira, Inês; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioIntroduction - Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies have made it possible to analyze large databases and subsequently apply this knowledge to solve practical clinical problems. Objectives - Compare the perception of the application of AI in Otorhinolaryngology, in Portugal, between the general population and healthcare professionals. Material and Methods - A cross-sectional study was carried out using an a...
Os Efeitos das Variações Meteorológicas na Incidência de Vertigem Posicional Pa...
Chantre, Tiago; Alpoim Moreira, Inês; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioIntrodução e Objetivos: Os sintomas vestibulares estão entre os motivos de observação mais comuns no serviço de urgência. A Vertigem Posicional Paroxística Benigna (VPPB) é um dos diagnósticos mais frequentemente observados nestes doentes e acarreta um considerável impacto nos cuidados de saúde. O nosso objetivo é avaliar a incidência semanal e sazonal da VPPB e estudar a possível relação entre a incidência da ...
Perceção da Aplicação de Inteligência Artificial na Otorrinolaringologia Portug...
Chantre, Tiago; Alpoim Moreira, Inês; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioIntrodução - As tecnologias de Inteligência Artificial (IA) têm sido capazes de analisar bases de dados de grandes dimensões e posteriormente aplicar esse conhecimento na resolução de problemas clínicos práticos. Objetivos - Comparar a perceção da aplicação de AI na Otorrinolaringologia, em Portugal, entre a população geral e os profissionais de saúde. Material e Métodos - Foi realizado um estudo transversal co...
Continuous laryngoscopy during exercise - proposal for a clinical protocol base...
Chantre, Tiago; Alpoim Moreira, Inês; Barroso, Mafalda; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioObjectives - Establishment of a protocol for Continuous Laryngoscopy during Exercise (LCE). Study Design – Systematic Bibliographic Review. Material and Methods - Bibliographic review in the MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature databases, based on the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) model,...
Tracheostomy decannulation protocol in a tertiary pediatric hospital
Chantre, Tiago; Alpoim Moreira, Inês; Barroso, Mafalda; Oliveira, Mariana; Sousa, HerédioIntroduction - Pediatric tracheostomy is associated with significant morbidity, with decannulation being the primary outcome, as soon as the underlying indication for the procedure is resolved. There is great variability in pediatric decannulation protocols, making it imperative to create a protocol that reflects the reality of Portuguese hospitals. Objectives - To describe the decannulation protocol at Hospita...
Is there an association between tinnitus and temporomandibular disorders?
Oliveira, Mariana; Barros, Cristina; Caixeirinho, Patrícia; Chantre, Tiago; Moreira, Inês Alpoim; Proença, Francisco; Sousa, HerédioThe frequent coexistence of tinnitus and temporomandibular joint and masticatory muscles disorder (TMD) has led to the assumption that there is a relationship between both conditions. The aim of this study was to evaluate the tinnitus prevalence in patients with TMD and the effects of its treatment on tinnitus. A total of 57 patients followed in a Stomatology - TMD consultation in 2021 and the first half of 202...