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Cabeza I, Souto LG, Pintado JM, Pereira C, Freire C, Blanco G. Influence of ceria distribution on the redox behaviour of nanoparticulated CeO2-SiO2systems with application in catalysis. SURF INTERFACE ANAL 2014. [DOI: 10.1002/sia.5499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Carvalho R, Pereira C, Serrano S, Santiago L. NSAIDs use on musculoskeletal disease in the elderly and cardiovascular risk. Ann Phys Rehabil Med 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rehab.2014.03.672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Bisotto-de-Oliveira R, Jorge B, Roggia I, Sant'Ana J, Pereira C. Nanofibers as a Vehicle for the Synthetic Attactant TRIMEDLURE to be Used for Ceratitis capitata Wied: (Diptera, Tethritidae) Capture. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.6000/1929-5995.2014.03.01.6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Garrido-Arandia M, Gamboa PM, González C, Pereira C, Catarino M, García-Lirio E, Soriano A, Pacios LF, Díaz-Perales A. A safe foodstuff for wheat allergic patients. Clin Transl Allergy 2014. [PMCID: PMC4072004 DOI: 10.1186/2045-7022-4-s2-p59] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Sousa R, Tanure L, Costa D, Pereira C, Veloso M, de Oliveira A. A preliminary neutronic evaluation of the high temperature nuclear reactor (HTTR) using reprocessed fuel. ANN NUCL ENERGY 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anucene.2013.10.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Tanure L, Sousa R, Costa D, Cardoso F, Veloso M, Pereira C. A preliminary neutronic evaluation of high temperature engineering test reactor using the SCALE6 code. Radiat Phys Chem Oxf Engl 1993 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radphyschem.2013.05.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Gómez-Casado C, Campo P, Garrido M, Pereira C, Palacin A, Rivas L, Catarino M, Aranda A, Macias ML, Armentia A, Quirce S, Blanca M, Perales AD. Component Resolved Diagnosis In Baker's Asthma. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2013.12.552] [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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Cunha R, Pereira C, Veloso M, Cardoso F, Costa A. A multi-platform linking code for fuel burnup and radiotoxicity analysis. Radiat Phys Chem Oxf Engl 1993 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radphyschem.2013.05.012] [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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Aguiar L, Mendes A, Pereira C, Neves P, Mendes D, Teixeira JP. Biological air contamination in elderly care centers: geria project. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2014; 77:944-958. [PMID: 25072726 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2014.911135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Indoor air quality (IAQ) affects health particularly in susceptible individuals such as the elderly. It has been estimated that the older population spends approximately 19-20 h/d indoors, and the majority of the elderly spend all of their time indoors in elderly care centers (ECC). Older individuals may be particularly at risk of exposure to detrimental effects from pollutants, even at low concentrations, due to common and multiple underlying chronic diseases that increase susceptibility. This study, aimed to assess the impact of indoor biological agents in 22 ECC located in Porto, was conducted during summer and winter from November 2011 to August 2013 at a total of 141 areas within dining rooms, drawing rooms, medical offices, and bedrooms (including the bedridden). Air sampling was carried out with a microbiological air sampler (Merck MAS-100) and using tryptic soy agar for bacteria and malt extract agar for fungi. The results obtained were compared with the recently revised Portuguese standards. In winter, mean fungi concentration exceeded reference values, while bacteria concentrations were within the new standards in both seasons. The main fungi species found indoors were Cladosporium (73%) in summer and Penicillium (67%) in winter. Aspergillus fumigatus, Aspergillus niger, and Aspergillus flavus, known potential pathogenic/toxigenic species, were also identified. Although the overall rate and mean values of bacteria and fungi found in ECC indoor air met Portuguese legislation, some concern is raised by the presence of pathogenic microorganisms. Simple measures, like opening windows and doors to promote air exchange and renewal, may improve effectiveness in enhancing IAQ.
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Veiga N, Pereira C, Amaral O, Chaves C, Nelas P, Ferreira M, Coelho I. EPA-1439 - Determinants of depression among portuguese adolescents. Eur Psychiatry 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/s0924-9338(14)78639-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Madureira J, Pereira C, Paciência I, Teixeira JP, de Oliveira Fernandes E. Identification and levels of airborne fungi in Portuguese primary schools. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2014; 77:816-826. [PMID: 25072714 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2014.909302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Several studies found associations between exposure to airborne fungi and allergy, infection, or irritation. This study aimed to characterize airborne fungi populations present in public primary schools in Porto, Portugal, during winter through quantification and identification procedures. Fungal concentration levels and identification were obtained in a total of 73 classrooms. The AirIdeal portable air sampler was used in combination with chloramphenicol malt extract agar. Results showed a wide range of indoor fungi levels, with indoor concentrations higher than outdoors. The most prevalent fungi found indoors were Penicillium sp. (>70%) and Cladosporium sp. As evidence indicates that indoor fungal exposures plays a role in asthma clinical status, these results may contribute to (1) promoting and implementing public health prevention programs and (2) formulating recommendations aimed at providing healthier school environments.
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Guerra A, Ferreira D, Pereira C, Dias C, Bastos L. EPA-1741 – Depression: from neurobiology to psychopathology. Eur Psychiatry 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/s0924-9338(14)78873-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Rebordão MR, Pereira C, Galvão A, Pinto Bravo P, Szóstek A, Skarzynski DJ, Ferreira-Dias G. What is new on the physiopathology of endometrosis in the mare? PFERDEHEILKUNDE 2014. [DOI: 10.21836/pem20140102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Mendes A, Aelenei D, Papoila AL, Carreiro-Martins P, Aguiar L, Pereira C, Neves P, Azevedo S, Cano M, Proença C, Viegas J, Silva S, Mendes D, Neuparth N, Teixeira JP. Environmental and ventilation assessment in Child Day Care Centers in Porto: the ENVIRH Project. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2014; 77:931-943. [PMID: 25072725 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2014.911134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Children attending day care centers (CDCC) have been reported to be more prone to infectious diseases when compared with those cared for at home, and are exposed to conditions that may increase the risk of allergies and asthma. Several studies revealed that consequences of poor ventilation conditions include high levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) and many other indoor pollutants commonly detected in schools. Nine child day care centers were selected randomly to participate in this study. Fifty-two classrooms were assessed for chemical, biological, physical, and allergen parameters in spring and winter seasons in these nine CDCC located in Porto, Portugal. Outdoor measurements were also conducted for comparison. Our results indicated that (i) particulate matter (PM10) median levels were above the national reference levels, both by classroom type and by season; (ii) TVOC kindergarten peak values may raise some concern; (iii) CO2 was present at high median and maximum levels during spring and winter assessment in both nurseries and kindergartens classrooms; (iv) total bacteria concentrations were 57- and 52-fold higher in the nursery and kindergarten than outdoors, respectively, for the spring season; (v) winter and spring median predicted mean vote (PMV) indices were between "neutral" (0) and "slightly cool" (≤ -1) in the thermal sensation scale for comfort situations (-2 to 2) for both types of classrooms; (vi) there were significant differences for both PMV and predicted percentage of dissatisfied (PPD) indices by season; and (vii) CO2, total bacteria, and gram-negative bacteria were associated with low airflow rates. These data will help to evaluate the effectiveness of current building operation practices in child day care centers regarding indoor air quality and respiratory health.
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Pereira C, Amaral O, Veiga N, Chaves C, Baptista M, Nelas P, Ferreira M, Coelho I. Prevalence and determinants of insomnia in a Portuguese sample of adolescents. Eur J Public Health 2013. [DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckt123.089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Bourrier T, Pereira C. Allergy to citrus juice. Clin Transl Allergy 2013. [PMCID: PMC3723546 DOI: 10.1186/2045-7022-3-s3-p153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Lofaso F, Prigent H, Tiffreau V, Menoury N, Toussaint M, Finet Monnier A, Stremler N, Devaux C, Leroux K, Orlikowski D, Mauri C, Pin I, Sacconi S, Pereira C, Pepin JL, Fauroux B. Long-Term Mechanical Ventilation Equipment for Neuromuscular Patients: Meeting the Expectations of Patients and Prescribers. Respir Care 2013; 59:97-106. [DOI: 10.4187/respcare.02229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Pesaro AEP, Katz M, Pereira C, Correa AG, Fava AN, Franken M, Nunes ACB, Forlenza LM, Tarasoutchi F, Makdisse MR. Serial brain natriuretic peptide strongly predicts in-hospital mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction. Crit Care 2013. [PMCID: PMC3890911 DOI: 10.1186/cc12622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Haller M, Van Biesen W, Webster AC, Vanholder R, Nagler EV, Lee JE, Kim SK, Park SK, Yun GY, Choi HY, Ha SK, Park HC, Hernandez-Sevillano B, Rodriguez JR, Perez del Valle K, de Lorenzo A, Salas P, Bienvenido M, Sanchez-Heras M, Basterrechea MA, Tallon S, de Arriba G, Greenberg A, Verbalis J, Burst V, Haymann JP, Poch E, Chiodo J, Nagler EV, Vanmassenhove J, van der Veer SN, Nistor I, Van Biesen W, Webster AC, Vanholder R, Pignataro A, Alfieri V, Cesano G, Timbaldi M, Torta E, Boero R, Nagler EV, Haller MC, Van Biesen W, Vanholder R, Webster AC, Cucchiari D, Podesta M, Merizzoli E, Angelini C, Badalamenti S, Alves MT, Moyses RM, Jorgetti V, Heilberg I, Menon V, Lhotta K, Muendlein A, Meusburger E, Zitt E, Bijarnia R, Pasch A, Hwang SW, Lee CH, Kim GH, Leckstrom D, Pereira C, Bultitude M, McGrath A, Goldsmith DJ, Vasquez D, Fernandez B, Palomo S, Aller C, Gordillo R, Perez V, Bustamante J, Coca A, Vitale C, Bagnis C, Tricerri A, Gallo L, Dutto F, Migliardi M, Marangella M, Outerelo C, Figueiredo P, Freitas J, Teixeira Costa F, Ramos A, Rambod M, Melikterminas E, Atallah H, Saadi M, Connery S, Mulla Z, Tolouian R, Cristofaro R, Masola V, Ceol M, Priante G, Familiari A, Gambaro G, Anglani F. Acid-base / electrolytes / nephrolithiasis. Nephrol Dial Transplant 2013. [DOI: 10.1093/ndt/gft139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Martinho A, Mendes J, Simões O, Nunes R, Gomes J, Castro ED, Leiria-Pinto P, Ferreira M, Pereira C, Castel-Branco M, Pais L. Mutations analysis of C1 inhibitor coding sequence gene among Portuguese patients with hereditary angioedema. Mol Immunol 2013; 53:431-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molimm.2012.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2012] [Accepted: 09/05/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Gaspar H, Andrade M, Pereira C, Pereira A, Rebelo S, Araújo J, Pires J, Carvalho A, Freire C. Alkene epoxidation by manganese(III) complexes immobilized onto nanostructured carbon CMK-3. Catal Today 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cattod.2012.04.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Mendes A, Pereira C, Mendes D, Aguiar L, Neves P, Silva S, Batterman S, Teixeira JP. Indoor air quality and thermal comfort-results of a pilot study in elderly care centers in Portugal. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2013; 76:333-44. [PMID: 23514075 PMCID: PMC4269561 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2013.757213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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The age of the European population is rising and percentage of adults aged 65 years and older is projected to increase from 16% in 2000 to 20% in 2020. It has been estimated that older subjects spend approximately 19 to 20 h/d indoors. Older individuals may be particularly at risk for detrimental effects from pollutants, even at low concentrations, due to reduced immunological defenses and multiple underlying chronic diseases. Six Porto, Portugal, urban area elderly care centers (ECC), housing a total of 425 older persons, were studied to assess indoor air quality (IAQ) and thermal comfort (TC) in two seasons. This study presents the IAQ and TC results in 36 rooms and constitutes part of a wider and ongoing study. The study areas were all naturally ventilated, and indoor concentrations in winter were within Portuguese reference values. However, 42% of the participants were dissatisfied with indoor thermal conditions, rating it "slightly cool." In summer, the index rate of dissatisfied individuals was lower (8%). Significant differences were found between seasons in predicted percent of dissatisfied people (PPD) and predicted mean vote (PMV) indices. Fungal concentrations frequently exceeded reference levels (>500 colony-forming units [CFU]/m(3)). In addition, other pollutants occasionally exceeded reference levels. To our knowledge, this is the first study in Portugal to assess effects of indoor air contaminants on the health status and quality of life in older subjects living in ECC. Although IAQ and TC parameters were mostly within reference values, the results suggest a need to improve the balance between IAQ and TC in ECC, a critical environment housing a susceptible population.
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Pereira C, Ferreira I, Branco L, Sandu I, Busani T. Atomic Force Microscopy as a Valuable Tool in an Innovative Multi-scale and Multi-technique Non-invasive Approach to Surface Cleaning Monitoring. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.proche.2013.03.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Silveira D, Siqueira F, Teixeira A, Franchini B, Bender E, Pereira C, Minten G, Facchini L, Piccini R, Bighetti T. Leisure time physical activity in elderly users of primary health units in Brazil. J Sci Med Sport 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jsams.2012.11.708] [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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Calado G, Loureiro G, Machado D, Tavares B, Ribeiro C, Pereira C, Luís A. Streptococcal tonsillitis as a cause of urticaria: tonsillitis and urticaria. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr) 2012; 40:341-5. [PMID: 21982399 DOI: 10.1016/j.aller.2011.06.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2011] [Accepted: 06/24/2011] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND The primary role of infections in chronic urticaria (CU) is controversial. We hypothesised that streptococcal tonsillitis (ST) could be a primary cause of CU or acute recurrent urticaria (ARU). METHODS Retrospective study of 14 outpatients observed between January 2000 and December 2009, with CU/ARU and clinical and/or laboratorial suspicion of an aetiopathogenic link with ST. Clinical history, objective examination and laboratorial study were looked for. Three groups were defined: spontaneous resolution of urticaria, resolution after tonsillectomy, and still symptomatic. RESULTS In these patients, a causal relationship between ST and urticaria is supported by: markers of streptococcal infection, the perception of a clinical relationship between tonsillitis and urticaria, the decrease of urticaria severity with early antibiotherapy to tonsillitis and urticaria resolution after tonsillectomy. CONCLUSIONS Our study encourages the investigation of tonsillitis in these otherwise idiopathic patients, especially until young adulthood and even in the absence of any symptoms.
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