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Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome – delay in the diagnosis of an early-onset oligosymptomatic variant
Fabrícia Carolino, Margarida Fernandes, José Luís Plácido
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:43-5
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33862
Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy effectiveness in low back pain: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials
Renato Andrade, Hugo Duarte, Rogério Pereira, Isabel Lopes, Hélder Pereira, Rui Rocha, João Espregueira-Mendes
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:156-63
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25510
The impact of folic acid supplementation on gestational and long term health: Critical temporal windows, benefits and risks
Carla Silva, Elisa Keating, Elisabete Pinto
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:315-32
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Highlights

  • Associations between FA supplementation in pregnancy and effects on offspring's NTDs, allergy/respiratory problems, cancer and behaviour problems as been studied.

  • There is growing concern about the effects of excessive FA supplementation, whether in terms of doses or times of exposure.

  • FA supplementation in the periconceptional period is protective against NTDs while in later periods it could be deleterious.

  • A daily dose of 0.4mg FA in the periconceptional period seems to be effective and safe.

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25478
Comparison between effects of antibiotics, NSAIDs and their mixture on the growth of microorganisms
S. Bhattacharya, Y. Akula, G.M. Mitongo, Q. Khorram
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:176-7
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21087
Communication skills in medical students – An exploratory study before and after clerkships
Isabel Taveira-Gomes, Rui Mota-Cardoso, Margarida Figueiredo-Braga
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:173-80
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19280
The PD-1:PD-L1 immune inhibitory checkpoint in Helicobacter pylori infection and gastric cancer: a comprehensive review and future perspectives
Rui Silva, Irene Gullo, Fátima Carneiro
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:4-11
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18535
Role of platelets in immune system and inflammation
Ozge Sonmez, Mehmet Sonmez
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:311-4
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18007
Rituximab in generalized myasthenia gravis: Clinical, quality of life and cost–utility analysis
João Peres, Rita Martins, José Delgado Alves, Ana Valverde
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:81-5
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Highlights

  • Rituximab use in MG patients lead to the reduction of relapses and to a lesser use of immunosuppressive agents in our series.

  • Rituximab use in our MG patients decreased healthcare costs after treatment, comparing to the pre-treatment period.

  • Rituximab is a clinical effective treatment for B cell-related diseases like MG and seems to be a cost–saving intervention.

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14950
Recognition of chronic hypoxia and pre-existing foetal injury on the cardiotocograph (CTG): Urgent need to think beyond the guidelines
Susana Pereira, Edwin Chandraharan
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:124-9
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13242
The importance of outdoor play for young children's healthy development
Gabriela Bento, Gisela Dias
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:157-60
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12725
Cognitive and emotional impairments in obsessive–compulsive disorder: Evidence from functional brain alterations
Óscar F. Gonçalves, Sandra Carvalho, Jorge Leite, Ana Fernandes-Gonçalves, Angel Carracedo, Adriana Sampaio
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:92-105
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12116
Botulinum toxin improves pain in chronic anal fissure
Hugo Amorim, José Santoalha, Rui Cadilha, Maria-José Festas, Paula Barbosa, Armanda Gomes
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:273-6
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Highlights

  • Chronic anal fissure is a common condition associated with intense pain.

  • Local botulinum toxin injection is a valid option in its management.

  • Pain intensity scores significantly improved after BoNT injection.

  • Side effects were rare and mild.

  • Our results support the inclusion of BoNT in the management algorithm of chronic anal fissure.

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10781
The multidimentional approach to suicide done through self-mutilation with an overview of wounds
Ciuk Katarzyna, Ciuk Szymon, Dadański Emil, Chukwu Ositadima, Bociąga Marta, Burghardt Wiktoria
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:233-4
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10046
Probiotics for the control of obesity – Its effect on weight change
Ana Lídia Rouxinol-Dias, Ana Raquel Pinto, Catarina Janeiro, Daniel Rodrigues, Marta Moreira, João Dias, Pedro Pereira
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:12-24
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9588
Congenital dacryocystocele in infant: A rare cause of eye swelling
Fábio Barroso, Renato Silva, Catarina Mendes
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:28-9
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9319
Asthma as an example of non-communicable diseases – Let us simplify the chain of causality
Tari Haahtela
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:155
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9207
Regulation of colonic epithelial butyrate transport: Focus on colorectal cancer
Pedro Gonçalves, Fátima Martel
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:83-91
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Highlights

  • Fermentation of the dietary fiber by intestinal microflora results in production of butyrate.

  • Butyrate possesses anticarcinogenic effect at the colonic level.

  • Three transporters (MCT1, SMCT1 and BCRP) regulate the intracellular concentration of BT in colonic epithelial cells.

  • Changes in the expression of these transporters occur in colorectal cancer.

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8921
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome – A narrative revision of the literature
Laura Santos, Elsa Azevedo
Porto Biomed J. 2016;1:65-71
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8358
Topical use of probiotics: The natural balance
Freni Kekhasharú Tavaria
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:69-70
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8318
Family physicians’ opinions on and difficulties with breaking bad news
José António Ferraz Gonçalves, Carla Almeida, Joana Amorim, Rita Baltasar, Joana Batista, Yusianmar Borrero, João Pedro Fallé, Igor Faria, ... Rita Xavier
Porto Biomed J. 2017;2:277-81
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Highlights

  • Breaking bad news is still deemed a difficult task by family physicians.

  • Family physicians feel they need training in breaking bad news.

  • The family physicians’ attitude to this issue is different from what they would wish if they themselves had a life-threatening disease.

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