A new apilic antivenom was developed to reduce the mortality of patients envenomed by Africanized honeybees. This species has an intensely defensive behavior and promotes several fatal accidents. In the process of collecting apitoxin it is essential to guarantee the safety of the handler, the welfare of bee colonies and the quality of biomolecules. … Read More →
Laser therapy together with a fibrin biopolymer improves nerve and bone tissue regeneration
The heterologous fibrin sealant produced by CEVAP has been employed as “nerve glue” and wound healing substance for venous ulcers. Currently it is called fibrin biopolymer due to its multiple uses. In association with adjuvant scaffolds, it constitutes active biocomplexes that contribute to the morphophysiological and functional recovery of bone defects. … Read More →
Building an electronic scientific journal: evolution and challenges
Twenty-eight years ago, the Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases was launched with ambitious goals: to be an e-journal even before internet was accessible to the general public and to establish itself as an international publication born in Brazil. Since then, many obstacles and challenges have been and continue to be overcome. … Read More →
Expanding the horizons of medical science in fighting portal hypertension with mini pigs
In search of new alternatives for the treatment of portal hypertension, a model validation in medium-sized animals was performed, allowing the improvement of techniques applied in cases of gastrointestinal hemorrhage and indicating the direction for advances in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that aim to cure diseases and save lives. … Read More →
Brazilian Medical Societies propose a new obesity classification based on weight history
In the new obesity classification, individuals losing a specific proportion of weight are classified as having “reduced” or “controlled” obesity. This classification could help disseminate the concept of clinical benefits derived from modest weight loss, allowing subjects with obesity and their health care professionals to focus on strategies for weight maintenance instead of further weight reduction. … Read More →
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