Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Jan 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialAntibiotic versus cranberry in the treatment of uncomplicated urinary infection: a randomized controlled trial.
This study was designed to determine the effect of cranberry extract used in patients with single urinary tract infections. ⋯ Considering the results of this study, it was determined that the patient's complaints decreased from day 3 and their well-being increased with the use of cranberry only. Specifically, on day 7, the well-being of the cranberry group was higher than that of the fosfomycin group. For this reason, cranberry is a favorable alternative to antibiotics in uncomplicated and simple urinary tract infections.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Jan 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialPregnancy school education program in mother friendly training and research hospital impact on stress and anxiety.
This study aimed to investigate prenatal education and its relationship with anxiety and stress in pregnant women. ⋯ State Trait Anxiety Inventory-trait anxiety was lower in pregnant women who received training on prenatal meditation, exercise, and pregnancy health; however, State Trait Anxiety Inventory-state and Pregnancy Stress Rating Scale scores were similar in the two groups. Unemployed pregnant women and those with chronic diseases appear to need closer follow-up to reduce anxiety levels.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Jan 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialClinical and electrophysiological efficacy of extracorporeal shock-wave therapy in carpal tunnel syndrome: a placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy on pain, functionality, and electrophysiological measurements in carpal tunnel syndrome. ⋯ This study shows that radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy has positive effects on pain, functionality, and electrophysiological measurements for mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome 1 month after application.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Jan 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialThe clinical value of lung ultrasound in premature infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
This study aimed to explore the risk factors of bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature infants and the clinical application value of lung ultrasound in the diagnosis of bronchopulmonary dysplasia. ⋯ The diagnostic efficiency of lung ultrasound for premature bronchopulmonary dysplasia is better than that of X-rays. The application of lung ultrasound can screen patients with bronchopulmonary dysplasia early for timely intervention.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Jan 2023
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effect of postnatal breastfeeding education given to women on breastfeeding self-efficacy and breastfeeding success.
This study was conducted to determine the effect of postnatal breastfeeding education given to women who had normal vaginal and cesarean delivery on breastfeeding self-efficacy and breastfeeding success. ⋯ It was found by the researchers that postnatal breastfeeding education is effective in increasing the level of breastfeeding knowledge, breastfeeding success, and breastfeeding self-efficacy.