São Paulo medical journal = Revista paulista de medicina
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Computer-aided diagnosis in low-dose (≤ 3 mSv) computed tomography (CT) is a potential screening tool for lung nodules, with quality interpretation and less inter-observer variability among readers. Therefore, we aimed to determine the screening potential of CT using a radiation dose that does not exceed 2 mSv. ⋯ The computer-aided diagnosis system facilitates the diagnosis of cancerous nodules, especially solid nodules, in low-dose (< 2 mSv) CT among patients at risk for lung cancer.
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The speed of the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has put enormous pressure on hospitals and other healthcare facilities. This, together with blockages in several countries, has hindered the availability and accessibility of the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE). ⋯ DOI: 10.17605/OSF.IO/4V5FD at the OPENSCIENCE Framework.
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Meta Analysis
Quality analysis of prior systematic reviews of carpal tunnel syndrome: an overview of the literature.
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition greatly affects patients' quality of life and ability to work. Systematic reviews provide useful information for treatment and health decisions. ⋯ CRD42020172328 (https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/display_record.php?ID=CRD42020172328).
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Meta Analysis
Ultrasound techniques for the detection of developmental dysplasia of the hip: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) encompasses a broad spectrum of hip pathologies, including femoral or acetabular dysplasia, hip instability, or both. According to the medical literature, ultrasonography is the most reliable diagnostic method for DDH. Several techniques for the assessment of hips in newborns and infants, using ultrasonography, have been described. ⋯ Identifier: CRD42020189686 at the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (identifier: CRD42020189686).
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Hypovitaminosis D is a public health problem associated with several chronic inflammatory and immunological diseases, including psoriasis. ⋯ Hypovitaminosis D (< 30 ng/mL) was present in 76.66% of patients with psoriasis versus 53.94% of control patients. Vitamin D deficiency (< 20 ng/mL) was observed in 25% of the patients with psoriasis versus 8.66% in the control group (P < 0.001). The season and patient's skin phototype were independent predictors of serum vitamin D levels.