Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · May 2017
ReviewBreast cancer screening in Brazil. Barriers related to the health system.
Identify factors related to the health system that lead to a late diagnosis of breast cancer in Brazil. ⋯ There are several barriers in the health system leading to advanced stage at diagnosis and limiting the survival outcomes. The establishment of a rapid and effective order for diagnosis and treatment, based on hierarchical flow, are important steps to be improved in the public health context.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · May 2017
ReviewBreast cancer screening in Brazil. Barriers related to the health system.
Identify factors related to the health system that lead to a late diagnosis of breast cancer in Brazil. ⋯ There are several barriers in the health system leading to advanced stage at diagnosis and limiting the survival outcomes. The establishment of a rapid and effective order for diagnosis and treatment, based on hierarchical flow, are important steps to be improved in the public health context.
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Spinal tumors are rare in the pediatric population, presenting many specific peculiarities when compared to adults. We have performed a broad narrative review to describe the most common spinal tumors in children, discussing their main characteristics and management options. ⋯ Spinal tumors in children are rare lesions that demand a thorough understanding of their main characteristics for their proper management. Understanding the nuances of spinal tumors in children is of paramount importance for improving outcomes and chances of cure.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Mar 2017
ReviewAssociation between antipsychotics and cardiovascular adverse events: A systematic review.
Determine whether there is an association between the risk of cardiovascular adverse events and the use of antipsychotic agents. ⋯ Clinical heterogeneity among the studies led to a provisional response and made it impossible to perform the meta-analysis, although the articles demonstrate an association between cardiovascular adverse events and the use of antipsychotics. More quality clinical trials are needed to support this evidence.
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Mar 2017
ReviewAssociation between antipsychotics and cardiovascular adverse events: A systematic review.
Determine whether there is an association between the risk of cardiovascular adverse events and the use of antipsychotic agents. ⋯ Clinical heterogeneity among the studies led to a provisional response and made it impossible to perform the meta-analysis, although the articles demonstrate an association between cardiovascular adverse events and the use of antipsychotics. More quality clinical trials are needed to support this evidence.