Electrocardiogram in Chagas disease.

abstract：:Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is a zoonotic disease with complex transmission cycle. Some environmental and socioeconomic factors are known to be the major determinants of the transmission process, which are involved in configuring the spatiotemporal patterns and thus can be delimiting. However, the relevance of these ...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Buzanovsky LP,Sanchez-Vazquez MJ,Maia-Elkhoury ANS,Werneck GL

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clinical presentation of paracoccidioidomycosis (PCM) can be diverse. Morphology and quantity of skin lesions depends on interactions between host immunity and fungus virulence. Diagnosis can be a challenge considering that this fungus has low virulence and some individuals have immunity to microorganism, which result...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Abreu MAMM,Lastória JC,Mattos ALA,Alchorne MMA

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recurrent cutaneous or mucosal candidiasis is characterized by the occurrence of at least four candidiasis episodes within a one-year period. The factors involved in recurrence of infection are still unknown. In the present study the lymphoproliferative response and the IFN-gamma production by candidiasis patients wer...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Carvalho LP,Bacellar O,Neves NA,Carvalho EM,de Jesus AR

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Uric acid is one of the compounds associated with the inflammatory process in malaria. It acts as an indicator of cellular damage by activating the immune response and inflammatory process. METHODS:We measured serum concentrations of uric acid in 60 symptomatic patients before and after treatment for mala...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Gomes LT,Bellei AK,Andrade DI,Gotardo PZ,Nery AF,Fontes CJF

更新日期：2019-05-16 00:00:00

abstract：:This study presents the clinical and epidemiological aspects of children affected with dengue, in Manaus, AM, in 2006 and 2007. There were 482 The aim of this study was to present the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of children affected by dengue, in Manaus, State of Amazonas, in 2006 and 2007. Analysis w...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Rocha LA,Tauil PL

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Male Indian buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) calves were submitted to Schistosoma mansoni infection by percutaneous, oral and subcutaneous routes. No worms or eggs were found in four of the animals tested. Bubalus bubalis appears to be refractory for S. mansoni. ...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Coelho PM,Lima WS,Nogueira RH

更新日期：1989-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Between 2000 and 2004, a survey of Triatominae fauna (Hemiptera: Reduviidae) and examination of natural infection caused by Trypanosomatidae in the State of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, was conducted. A total of 13,671 specimens were collected. Through fauna analysis on the insects that were caught, Triatoma sordida wa...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Almeida PS,Ceretti Júnior W,Obara MT,Santos HR,Barata JM,Faccenda O

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As a first measure of Chagas' disease control in Brazil with chemical elimination of the most important vector of the disease, Triatoma infestans was removed. Attention is now being paid to Triatoma sordida and Panstrongylus megistus. That species can eventually be found inside houses, as happened with the specimens w...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Nascimento C,Marassá AM,Curado I,Piazza RM

更新日期：1997-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The microscopic examination of microhematocrit tubes (mHCT) has been proposed as the gold standard for acute and congenital Chagas disease diagnosis. We compared different mHCT methodologies detecting T. cruzi parasites in the blood. METHODS:The rotating method, water mount, and immersion oil methods were...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Vera-Ku M,Meza-González G,Carlier Y,Truyens C,Gamboa-León R

更新日期：2019-06-27 00:00:00

abstract：:The increasing number of HIV/AIDS infected women is one of the main characteristics of the AIDS epidemic, besides the wide expansion of the disease among the poor. This study focused on a group of 82 women with AIDS from Salvador-Bahia. The mean age was 32 +/- 7.2 years, 75% had children, 82.5% were jobless, and 77.8%...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Nunes Cde L,Gonçalves LA,Silva PT,Bina JC

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Aedes albopictus was first detected in Brazil in 1986. This mosquito species presents a major threat to public health because Brazilian populations have shown substantial vector competence for arboviruses such as dengue and chikungunya. METHODS:We updated the records of Ae. albopictus in several States of...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Pancetti FG,Honório NA,Urbinatti PR,Lima-Camara TN

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This paper presents the results of an extensive survey of freshwater mollusks in the Simplício Queda Única Hydroelectric Development area, Southeast Brazil. METHODS:Mollusks were collected between 2008 and 2013. All specimens were examined for the presence of larval trematodes. RESULTS:In total, 12,507 s...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Fernandez MA,Silva EFD,Esteves RA,Thiengo SC

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is a matter of concern for blood bank professionals and blood transfusion recipients, especially in cases of transfusions to neonates and immunocompromised patients. Thus, the present study aimed to determine the seroprevalence of CMV IgG and IgM antibodies among blood donor...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Souza MA,Passos AM,Treitinger A,Spada C

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chagas disease is an important chronic parasitic disease that affects around 9-11 million people in Latin America. A combination of parasite and host-related factors are probably responsible for pathogenesis in the chronic phase of the disease. Among the host-related factors, the immunological response is a parameter ...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Pissetti CW,Correia D,Braga T,Faria GE,Oliveira RF,Ribeiro BM,Rodrigues DB,Rodrigues V

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The city of Campinas is located in an endemic area for Brazilian spotted fever in São Paulo State, where several cases have recently occurred. Capybaras have been associated with the cycle of this disease, for they present positive serology and serve as host for ticks of the genus Amblyomma, the main vectors of Brazil...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Estrada DA,Schumaker TT,Souza CE,Rodrigues Neto EJ,Linhares AX

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Based on reports, infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis is believed to induce the development of antibodies that are considered to be biological indicators for the diagnosis of some other diseases. However, conflicting results have been published regarding the presence of antineutrophil cytoplasmic ant...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Huan G,Yang G,Xiao-Yu Q,Jiancheng X,Yan-Qing S

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The Global Programme to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis was launched with the goal of eliminating this disease via the annual mass drug administration (MDA) of a single dose of antifilarial drugs. Adverse drug reactions following MDA are a major factor of poor treatment adherence in several countries. This ...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Lima AW,Medeiros Z,Santos ZC,Costa GM,Braga C

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Leishmaniasis is a global public health concern. Currently available treatments are associated with considerable side effects. The use of nanotechnology has shown promise for improving efficacy and bioavailability and minimizing side effects. METHODS:This study investigated available literature, including...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Marques CSF,Machado Júnior JB,Andrade LRM,Andrade LN,Santos ALSD,Cruz MDSPE,Chaud M,Fricks AT,Severino P

更新日期：2019-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：:An occurrence of pruritic papular dermatitis among the whole crew of a Filipino commercial ship in Salvador, State of Bahia, was associated with contact with Hylesia moths. This unusual type of dermatitis is caused by the bristles (flechettes) on the moths' bodies. Reporting on such cases serves to warn about possible...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Moreira SC,de Lima JC,Silva L,Haddad V Jr

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION::We evaluated the associations between interleukin-10 (IL-10) gene polymorphisms -G1082A/-C819T/-C592A and periportal fibrosis regression after specific treatment for schistosomiasis. METHODS::This retrospective cohort study involved 125 Brazilian patients infected with Schistosomiasis mansoni, who were f...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Silva PC,Silva AV,Silva TN,Vasconcelos LM,Gomes AV,Coêlho MR,Muniz MT,Domingues AL

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic disease caused by the protozoan Toxoplasma gondii, which affects humans and other animals. The most severe form is congenital toxoplasmosis. Thus, it is important to establish the serological profile of women before pregnancy. This study aimed to analyze the serology of toxopla...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Souza Cde O,Tashima NT,Silva MA,Tumitan AR

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fourteen, 30 and 104 cases of American tegumentary leishmaniasis were recorded respectively, in 1993, 1994 and 1995, in the coast region of São Paulo State. Aiming to characterize the fauna and seasonal and hourly distributions of the phlebotominic species, adult specimens were captured fortnightly between November/95...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： de Brito M,Casanova C,Mascarini LM,Wanderley DM,Corrêa FM

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:[This corrects the article doi: 10.1590/0037-8682-0243-2015] [This corrects the article doi: 10.1590/0037-8682-0454-2015]. ...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors：

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fractionation of Piper nigrum ethanol extract, biomonitored by assays on pyrethroid-resistant Aedes aegypti larvae yielded isolation of the larvicidal amides piperolein-A and piperine. Comparing LC50 values, the ethanol extract (0.98 ppm) was the most toxic, followed by piperolein-A (1.46 ppm) and piperine (1.53 ppm)....

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Simas NK,Lima Eda C,Kuster RM,Lage CL,de Oliveira Filho AM

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Prevalence of influenza A virus (Flu-A), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and human metapneumovirus (hMPV) was assessed in children with acute respiratory infections (ARIs). METHODS:Nasopharyngeal aspirates and throat swabs were subjected to real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect RSV and Fl...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Halaji M,Hashempour T,Moayedi J,Pouladfar GR,Khansarinejad B,Khashei R,Moattari A,Musavi Z,Ghassabi F,Pirbonyeh N

更新日期：2019-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Triatomines are targeted for the control of Chagas disease in endemic areas of Brazil. METHODS:Data regarding triatomines captured during 2001-2008 in 34 municipalities in the Northeast of Minas Gerais were analyzed. RESULTS:In total, 11,187 triatomines from eight species were captured, mostly in henhous...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Dias JV,Fernandes EG,Pires HH,Dias JC

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The present study shows a descriptive analysis of triatomine occurrence and its natural Trypanosoma infection rates in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil, between 2006 and 2007. METHODS:Entomological data for the species, such as specimens captured in both intra and peridomiciles and natural infection index,...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Silva MB,Barreto AV,Silva HA,Galvão C,Rocha D,Jurberg J,Gurgel-Gonçalves R

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The histological findings of fulminant hepatic failure were correlated to the demographic, clinical, biochemical and virological features in children and adolescents, native to the Amazonas State in Northern Brazil. 96.2% had evidence of infection by primary hepatotrophic viruses. Histological analysis revealed three ...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Fonseca JC,Souza RA,Brasil LM,Araújo JR,Ferreira LC

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Serologic studies in Brazil have indicated a 25% to 56% prevalence of dengue virus infections. However, these studies were carried out in populations of middle-sized and larger cities. The present study describes two epidemics of classic dengue fever in two small cities in the State of Bahia. The first occurred in 198...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Vasconcelos PF,Mota K,Straatmann A,Santos-Torres S,da Rosa AP,Tavares Neto J

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The outbreak occurred between February and June 2006 and included identification of the cases, analysis of medical records, cultures from environmental sources, resistance analyses and genotyping profile of Serratia marcescens. METHODS:The cultures were composed of 13 blood isolates, 17 rectal and hand sw...

journal_title：Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical

authors： Lima KV,Carvalho RG,Carneiro IC,Lima JL,Sousa Cde O,Loureiro EC,Sá LL,Bastos FC

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00