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Salom M, Vidal S, Miranda L. Aplicaciones de los bifosfonatos en la ortopedia infantil. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2011.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Salom M, Vidal S, Miranda L. Bisphosphonate applications in children's orthopaedics. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/s1988-8856(11)70324-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Pinos-Rodríguez JM, Buendía G, Mendoza G, González-Muñoz S, Aranda E, Miranda L, Melgoza L. Influence of supplemental phytase on growth performance, digestion and phosphorus balance of lambs fed sorghum-based diets. ITALIAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE 2010. [DOI: 10.4081/ijas.2010.e36] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Lee HK, Adams MT, Shi Q, Basillote J, LaMonica J, Miranda L, Motta J. Seed Implant Retention Score Predicts the Risk of Prolonged Urinary Retention After Prostate Brachytherapy. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2010; 76:1445-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2009.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2009] [Revised: 03/25/2009] [Accepted: 04/03/2009] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Gámez-Montaño R, Ibarra-Rivera T, Kaïm L, Miranda L. Efficient Synthesis of Azaspirodienones by Microwave-Assisted Radical Spirocyclization of Xanthate-Containing Ugi Adducts. SYNTHESIS-STUTTGART 2010. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1218700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Kurani D, Nerurka A, Miranda L, Jawadwala F, Prabhulkar D. Impact of parents' involvement and engagement in a learning readiness programme for children with severe and profound intellectual disability and complex needs in India. JOURNAL OF INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES : JOID 2009; 13:269-289. [PMID: 20048348 DOI: 10.1177/1744629509355751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Cognitive, social, motor and language skills are key factors that contribute to the quality of life for people with learning disabilities and for their carers. Development of these skills for children with severe learning disabilities who have other complex needs however remains a challenge. A pilot study was undertaken by the staff from The Jai Vakeel School for Children in Need of Special Care, Mumbai, with a view to examining the effects of training offered by parents of children with severe learning disabilities and complex needs on their emotional, social, language, cognitive and motor skill development. Using a Parental Involvement/Engagement Scale it was seen that children with lower parental involvement had less improvement in the above areas whilst children with higher parental involvement showed greater improvement. The findings are discussed in relation to the hypothesis that the pre-clinical condition of the child will affect the outcome of therapy.
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de Sampaio-Neto L, Boschini-Filho J, Mendes C, Furoni R, Cardinalli-Filho G, Miranda L. P143 The occurrence of micronuclei in pavement cells of cervix uteri of women HIV+ according to CD4 levels and viral load. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/s0020-7292(09)61634-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Santos MJ, Vinagre F, Nero P, Barcelos F, Barcelos A, Rodrigues AM, De Matos AA, Silva C, Miranda L, Capela S, Marques A, Branco J, Da Silva JC. Predictors of Damage Progression in Portuguese Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Ann N Y Acad Sci 2009; 1173:822-8. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1749-6632.2009.04669.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Medina J, Miranda L, Soria C, Palencia P, López-Aranda J. NON-CHEMICAL ALTERNATIVES TO METHYL BROMIDE FOR STRAWBERRY: BIOSOLARIZATION AS CASE-STUDY IN HUELVA (SPAIN). ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009. [DOI: 10.17660/actahortic.2009.842.213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Miranda L, Settembre A, Capasso P, Cuccurullo D, Pisaniello D, Corcione F. Laparoscopic removal of an intraperitoneal translocated intrauterine contraceptive device. EUR J CONTRACEP REPR 2009. [DOI: 10.1080/ejc.8.2.122.125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Vaz CC, Couto M, Medeiros D, Miranda L, Costa J, Nero P, Barros R, Santos MJ, Sousa E, Barcelos A, Inês L. Undifferentiated connective tissue disease: a seven-center cross-sectional study of 184 patients. Clin Rheumatol 2009; 28:915-21. [PMID: 19390908 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-009-1175-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2009] [Revised: 03/25/2009] [Accepted: 03/26/2009] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to characterize the clinical and serological features of a large cohort of patients with antinuclear antibody (ANA) positive undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD). Consecutive patients with UCTD, followed up at the Rheumatology Clinic of the participating centers, were included. Data from these patients were obtained by clinical evaluation and chart review. All patients were diagnosed as having UCTD on basis of the following criteria: positive ANA plus at least one clinical feature of connective tissue disease, but not fulfilling classification criteria for any differentiated connective tissue disease. One hundred eighty-four patients were studied (female patients-94.5%; mean age at time of evaluation-47 years). The most prevalent manifestations were arthralgia (66%), arthritis (32%), Raynaud's phenomenon (30%), sicca symptoms (30%), and leukopenia (19%). The prevalence of ANA was 100%, anti-SSA 20%, anti-dsDNA 14%, and anti-SSB 7%. Patients with anti-dsDNA/anti-Sm, anticentromere/anti-Scl70, or anti-SSA/anti-SSB antibodies more frequently presented a set of manifestations close to systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), systemic sclerosis, or Sjögren syndrome, respectively. We analyze a large cohort of UCTD. Seventy-two percent of these UCTD patients present lupus-, scleroderma-, or Sjögren-like features but do not fulfill classification criteria and mostly present a mild disease.
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Fonseca JE, Silva JAC, Canhão H, Santos MJ, Barcelos A, Inês L, Costa ML, Rodrigues M, Bernardo A, Cordeiro A, Cravo AR, Ribeiro A, Teixeira A, Malcata A, Faustino A, Ribeiro C, Nour D, Araújo D, Sousa E, Mariz E, Ramos F, Vinagre F, Ventura FS, Sequeira G, Santos H, Branco JC, Ramos J, Santo JE, Costa JA, da Silva JAP, Miranda L, Sampaio L, Afonso MC, Saavedra MJ, Cunha MI, Queiroz MV, Couto M, Pinto P, Valente P, Abreu P, Figueira RO, Ramiro S, Nóvoa T, Bernardes M. [Practical guide for the use of biotechnological therapies in rheumatoid arthritis]. ACTA REUMATOLOGICA PORTUGUESA 2009; 34:395-399. [PMID: 19727050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Lee HK, Adams MT, Shi Q, Basillote JB, LaMonica J, Miranda L, Motta J. SEED IMPLANT RETENTION SCORE (SIRS) PREDICTS THE RISK OF PROLONGED URINARY RETENTION FOLLOWING PROSTATE BRACHYTHERAPY. J Urol 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/s0022-5347(09)61720-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Just PA, Miranda L, Elouaret Y, Meatchi T, Hans S, Badoual C. [Classification of salivary gland tumors]. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2008; 125:331-40. [PMID: 19036352 DOI: 10.1016/j.aorl.2008.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2008] [Accepted: 10/07/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Lee H, Adams M, Shi Q, Basillote J, LaMonica J, Miranda L, Motta J. Seed Implant Retention Score (SIRS) Predicts the Risk of Prolonged Urinary Retention Following Prostate Brachytherapy. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2008.06.1064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Silva C, Canhão H, Barcelos A, Miranda L, Pinto P, Santos MJ. [Protocol for evaluation and monitoring of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (PAMLES)]. ACTA REUMATOLOGICA PORTUGUESA 2008; 33:210-218. [PMID: 18604187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a complex multisystemic disease. Appropriate approach to lupus patients depends on a careful clinical evaluation that identifies disease activity irreversible damage co-morbid conditions and the impact of SLE on patient s health status and quality of life. The Study Group for Systemic Rheumatic Diseases (GEDRESIS) of the Portuguese Society of Rheumatology summarizes the most relevant aspects of initial evaluation and monitoring of lupus patients in a clinical protocol (PAMLES). The aim of this protocol is to provide a useful tool for application in clinical practice and to contribute to a better care of lupus patients.
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Requena C, Miranda L, Cañete A, Almenar S, Nagore E, Llombart B, Sanmartín O, Botella R, Guillén C. Congenital fibrosarcoma simulating congenital hemangioma. Pediatr Dermatol 2008; 25:141-4. [PMID: 18304187 DOI: 10.1111/j.1525-1470.2007.00616.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Corcione F, Miranda L, Settembre A, Capasso P, Piccolboni D, Cusano D, Bakhtri M, Manzi F. Open Veress Assisted technique. Results in 2700 cases. MINERVA CHIR 2007; 62:443-446. [PMID: 18091654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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AIM The risks of specific complications of the laparoscopic technique, caused by pneumoperitoneum and by insertion of the first trocar, although rare, are frequently reported in literature. METHODS A retrospective study of the complications we had in the period from October 1998 to December 2006 was made on 2700 patients who did not need any trocars in the umbilicus or with scars due to previous surgery, who were treated with a particular technique of pneumoperitoneum induction and the insertion of the first trocar, named ''Open Veress Assisted'' (OVA). RESULTS We had two visceral complications (0,07%) (ileal perforations). CONCLUSION Although no surgical technique is without risks, we believe that the use of our technique is safer than a blind insertion of the first trocar, especially among the patients with scars due to previous surgery.
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Miranda L, Esparza J, Arteche E. Casos en Imagen: 3.—Displasia septo-óptica. RADIOLOGIA 2007; 49:338, 372. [PMID: 17910869 DOI: 10.1016/s0033-8338(07)73799-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Bonfils P, de Preobrajenski N, Miranda L, Halimi P, Bigorgne C, Nguyen B. L'hyperplasie oncocytaire nodulaire multifocale de la glande parotide. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 124:76-9. [PMID: 17434137 DOI: 10.1016/j.aorl.2006.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2006] [Accepted: 09/11/2006] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Oncocytic lesions rarely affect the parotid gland, accounting for less than 1% of all salivary lesions. The WHO classification described three main types: diffuse oncocytosis, focal nodular oncocytosis hyperplasia, and oncocytoma. Multifocal nodular oncocytosis hyperplasia of the parotid gland represents an extremely rare, non-tumorous pathology of the parotid gland. MATERIAL AND METHODS We report a case of multifocal nodular oncocytosis hyperplasia of the parotid gland in a 70-year-old woman who was referred for a left preauricular mass that had gradually increased in size over the last 2 years. No lymph node of the neck was palpable. RESULTS MRI demonstrated multiple bilateral lesions of the parotid glands. Total parotidectomy, preserving the facial nerve, was performed. CONCLUSION We discuss the physiopathology and the treatment of multifocal nodular oncocytosis hyperplasia and provide a review of the literature.
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Santos MJ, Capela S, Figueira R, Nero P, Matos AA, Silva C, Miranda L, Barcelos A, Marques A, Teixeira A, Branco J, da Silva JC, de Queiroz MV. [Characterization of a Portuguese population with systemic lupus erytematosus]. ACTA REUMATOLOGICA PORTUGUESA 2007; 32:153-61. [PMID: 17576395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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UNLABELLED To characterize systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in Portuguese patients and to identify differences in diseases expression related to sex and ethnicity. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective cohort analysis of patients with SLE followed at five Rheumatology Departments between 1976 and 2006. Demographic data, diseases manifestations, medications used, co morbidity and damage scores were recorded. RESULTS Five hundred forty four patients were studied, 93% female, 89% Caucasians, with an average age at disease diagnosis of 35 years. The most frequent clinical features were musculoskeletal (91%), cutaneous and mucous membrane (90%) and the hematological involvement (58%). Renal diseases and serositis occurred more often in males while myositis was more common in black patients. Immunological features included the presence of anti-nuclear antibodies in 99% of the patients, anti-DNA (76%) anti-SSA (33%), anti-SSB (20%), anti-RNP (26%), anti-Sm (22%), anticardiolipine (31%) and lupus anticoagulant (21%). Anti-SSA, anti-RNP, and anti-Sm antibodies were significantly more prevalent among black patients. The presence and severity of damage measured by SLICC/ACR was similar between sexes and ethnicities. In multivariate analyses diseases duration and the presence of hypertension showed a positive association, while educational and antimalarials were negatively associated with the presence of damage. CONCLUSION In this cohort of Portuguese patients SLE present clinical features similar to those observed in other predominantly Caucasian populations, albeit a higher prevalence of anti-RNP and anti-Sm antibodies was observed. Some particular features were associated with male sex and African ethnicity. Some socio-demographic and clinical variables were associated with damage accrual.
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Qadri T, Bohdanecka P, Tunér J, Miranda L, Altamash M, Gustafsson A. The importance of coherence length in laser phototherapy of gingival inflammation—a pilot study. Lasers Med Sci 2007; 22:245-51. [PMID: 17334677 DOI: 10.1007/s10103-006-0439-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2006] [Accepted: 12/11/2006] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate if coherence length is of importance in laser phototherapy. Twenty patients with moderate periodontitis were selected. After oral hygiene instructions, scaling and root planing (SRP), one side of the upper jaw was randomly selected for HeNe (632.8 nm, 3 mW) or InGaAlP (650 nm, 3 mW) laser irradiation. One week after SRP, the following parameters were measured: pocket depth, gingival index, plaque index, gingival crevicular fluid volume, matrix metalloproteinase (MMP-8), interleukin (IL-8) and subgingival microflora. The irradiation (180 s per point, energy 0.54 J) was then performed once a week for 6 weeks. At the follow up examination, all clinical parameters had improved significantly in both groups. A more pronounced decrease of clinical inflammation was observed after HeNe treatment. MMP-8 levels were considerably reduced on the HeNe side, while there was no difference for IL-8 or microflora. Coherence length appears to be an important factor in laser phototherapy.
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Fonseca JE, Cavaleiro J, Teles J, Sousa E, Andreozzi VL, Antunes M, Amaral-Turkman MA, Canhão H, Mourão AF, Lopes J, Caetano-Lopes J, Weinmann P, Sobral M, Nero P, Saavedra MJ, Malcata A, Cruz M, Melo R, Braña A, Miranda L, Patto JV, Barcelos A, da Silva JC, Santos LM, Figueiredo G, Rodrigues M, Jesus H, Quintal A, Carvalho T, da Silva JAP, Branco J, Queiroz MV. Contribution for new genetic markers of rheumatoid arthritis activity and severity: sequencing of the tumor necrosis factor-alpha gene promoter. Arthritis Res Ther 2007; 9:R37. [PMID: 17408492 PMCID: PMC1906815 DOI: 10.1186/ar2173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2006] [Revised: 03/02/2007] [Accepted: 04/04/2007] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to assess whether clinical measures of rheumatoid arthritis activity and severity were influenced by tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) promoter genotype/haplotype markers. Each patient's disease activity was assessed by the disease activity score using 28 joint counts (DAS28) and functional capacity by the Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ) score. Systemic manifestations, radiological damage evaluated by the Sharp/van der Heijde (SvdH) score, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug use, joint surgeries, and work disability were also assessed. The promoter region of the TNF-alpha gene, between nucleotides -1,318 and +49, was sequenced using an automated platform. Five hundred fifty-four patients were evaluated and genotyped for 10 single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) markers, but 5 of these markers were excluded due to failure to fall within Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium or to monomorphism. Patients with more than 10 years of disease duration (DD) presented significant associations between the -857 SNP and systemic manifestations, as well as joint surgeries. Associations were also found between the -308 SNP and work disability in patients with more than 2 years of DD and radiological damage in patients with less than 10 years of DD. A borderline effect was found between the -238 SNP and HAQ score and radiological damage in patients with 2 to 10 years of DD. An association was also found between haplotypes and the SvdH score for those with more than 10 years of DD. An association was found between some TNF-alpha promoter SNPs and systemic manifestations, radiological progression, HAQ score, work disability, and joint surgeries, particularly in some classes of DD and between haplotypes and radiological progression for those with more than 10 years of DD.
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Freire JP, Feijó SM, Miranda L, Santos F, Castelo HB. Tracheo-esophageal fistula: combined surgical and endoscopic approach. Dis Esophagus 2006; 19:36-9. [PMID: 16364042 DOI: 10.1111/j.1442-2050.2006.00535.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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We present a case of benign acquired tracheo-esophageal fistula caused by cuffed tracheal tube. The patient was septic and weaning from the mechanical ventilation was unlikely, so immediate repair of the tracheal and esophageal lesions was imperative. A silicone endoprosthesis was inserted in the tracheal lumen and the esophageal lesion was repaired with direct suture. After weaning from mechanical ventilation and recovery, the patient was discharged with a silicone tracheal stent. Three months later the stent was removed without complications or need for further treatment. This combined approach as never been published before, and can be a very useful alternative for the treatment of this rare but taxing complication.
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Oliveira M, Miranda L, Sousa A, Sienra R, Rodrigues E, Lobo R, Gobara S, Santos C, Levin A. P8.02 Central Catheter as the Potential Source for Candida Parapsilosis Bloodstream Infection. J Hosp Infect 2006. [DOI: 10.1016/s0195-6701(06)60143-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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