Acta Medica Port
-
Case Reports Observational Study
[Two Scabies Outbreaks at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Portugal].
Scabies outbreaks in healthcare institutions are an emerging problem. To determine the best management strategy is a topical matter. We analyzed two hospital scabies outbreaks and reviewed the management strategy of institutional scabies outbreaks. ⋯ Implementation of guidelines on tackling scabies outbreaks in institutional settings is urgent.
-
The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is considered by many authors as one of the most important technological advances in the care of newborns with congenital diaphragmatic hernia. The main objective of this study was to report the experience of a Portuguese ECMO center in the treatment of congenital diaphragmatic hernia. ⋯ Survival rate was higher than reported in 2017 Extracorporeal Life Support Organization report (64% versus 50%). Mechanical and hemorrhagic complications were very frequent.
-
On page 761, in the first sentence of the Introduction, where it reads: "Cardiovascular Botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) has beenapproved for spasticity management."It should read: "Botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) has been approved for spasticity management."Article published with errors: https://www.actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/11503.