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The impact of combined oral contraceptives on ocular tissues: a review of ocular effects [PDF]

International Journal of Ophthalmology, 2017
The aim of this manuscript is to review the action and adverse effects of combined oral contraceptives (COCs) on ocular tissues. The percentage of unwanted pregnancies and the subsequent abortions make contraception crucial worldwide.
Marilita M. Moschos, Eirini Nitoda
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Combined oral contraception and treatment of new coronavirus infection (COVID-19): drug interaction issues

Фармакокинетика и Фармакодинамика, 2021
Combined oral contraception and treatment of new coronavirus infection (COVID-19): issues of drug interaction This article examines the interaction of combined oral contraceptives with drugs recommended in the treatment of new coronavirus infection ...
O. A. Limanova, O. A. Gromova, L. E. Fedotova   +2 more
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Electrosynthesis of Bioactive Chemicals, From Ions to Pharmaceuticals

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
This review discusses recent advances in electrosynthesis for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. It covers key electrochemical materials enabling precise delivery of ions and small molecules for cellular modulation and disease treatment, alongside catalytic systems for pharmaceutical synthesis.
Gwangbin Lee, Sojin Kim, Myeongeun Lee, Kyoungsuk Jin, Jimin Park   +4 more
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Neurohormonal aspects of sexual drive in women

Андрология и генитальная хирургия, 2015
The article presents a modern view on women,s sexual health. The reasons for the modern sexual revolution are explained. Various aspects and functional features of the body affecting the quality of sexual life of women are examined. The classification of
M. V. Mazurkevich, T. A. Firsova
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Influence of combined oral contraceptives on the periodontal condition

Journal of Applied Oral Science, 2012
Most studies investigating the impact of oral contraceptives have been performed some years ago, when the level of sexual hormones was greater than the actual formulations.
Roberta Santos Domingues, Bruna Fidêncio Rahal Ferraz, Sebastião Luiz Aguiar Greghi, Maria Lúcia Rubo de Rezende, Euloir Passanezi, Adriana Campos Passanezi Sant’Ana   +5 more
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Nano‐ and Micro‐Sized Solid Materials Used as Antiviral Agents

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Due to the rise of viral infections in humans and possible viral outbreaks, the use of nano‐ or micro‐sized materials as antiviral agents is rapidly increasing. This review explores their antiviral properties against RNA and DNA viruses, either as a prevention or a treatment tool, by delving into their mechanisms of action and how to properly assess ...
Orfeas‐Evangelos Plastiras, Imelda Raczkiewicz, Peggy Bouquet, Jean‐Philippe Dacquin, Jeremy Dhainaut, Anne Goffard, Christophe Volkringer   +6 more
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Combined oral contraceptives: update recommendations of the Latin American contraceptive association

Gynecological Endocrinology, 2023
Background: In recent years, new combined oral contraceptives (COCs) have become available, representing an advance in terms of individualization and compliance by users.Objective: To provide recommendations regarding COCs: formulations, use, efficacy ...
Santiago Palacios, Gabriela Ayala, Gemarilis González, Can L. Badilla-Apuy, Jeannette Marchena, Katia Martínez, Desireé Mostajo, María S. Vernaza, Alejandro Paradas, Luis Hernández, David Vásquez-Awad, Cuauhtémoc Celis-González, Nilson Roberto de Melo   +12 more
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Microneedle Technology in Psoriasis Management: Mechanistic Insights, Technological Innovation, Clinical Progress, and Challenges

Advanced Healthcare Materials, EarlyView.
This review explores the evolving role of microneedle systems in psoriasis management, highlighting their potential for enhanced drug delivery, diagnosis, and disease monitoring. It also discusses unmet clinical needs for psoriasis management and technical challenges, while outlining strategic directions to advance microneedle integration into routine ...
Fatma Moawad, Yasmine Ruel, Roxane Pouliot, Davide Brambilla   +3 more
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European multicentre study on outcome of surgery for sporadic primary hyperparathyroidism

BJS (British Journal of Surgery), EarlyView., 2020
Some 5861 patients undergoing first‐time surgery for sporadic primary hyperparathyroidism were registered in the Eurocrine® database between 2015 and 2018. The use of intraoperative parathyroid hormone measurement decreased the risk of conversion and persistent hypercalcaemia.
A. Bergenfelz, S. van Slycke, Ö. Makay, L. Brunaud   +3 more
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Fasting blood glucose, blood pressure and body mass index among combined oral contraceptive users in Chencha town Southern Ethiopia, 2019

Frontiers in Global Women's Health, 2023
BackgroundThe use of contraceptives has become prevalent among women in Ethiopia. Oral contraceptive use has been suggested to trigger changes in glucose metabolism, energy expenditure, blood pressure, and body weight, among various populations and ...
Zelalem Kofole, Diresbachew Haile, Yerukneh Solomon   +2 more
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