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Lasers Med Sci ; 38(1): 90, 2023 Mar 22.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36947266

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The present study aimed to evaluate photobiomodulation effects on oxidative stress in type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2). Thirty-one male Wistar rats were used and divided into 4 groups: group 1 - animals without diabetes mellitus 2 without laser 21 J/cm2 (C-SHAM), group 2 - animals with diabetes mellitus 2 without laser 21 J/cm2 (C-DM2), group 3 - animals without diabetes mellitus 2 with laser 21 J/cm2 (L-SHAM), group 4 - animals with diabetes mellitus 2 with laser 21 J/cm2 (L-DM2). The protocol was performed 5 days/week, for 6 weeks. The animals that received photobiomodulation had one dose irradiated at two spots in the right gastrocnemius muscle. Twenty-four hours after the last intervention, the animals were euthanized. Heart, diaphragm, liver, right gastrocnemius, plasma, kidneys, weighed, and stored for further analysis. In rats with DM2, photobiomodulation promoted a decrease in thiobarbituric acid reactive substance assay (TBARS) in plasma levels. On the other hand, photobiomodulation demonstrated an increase in non-protein thiol levels (NPSH) in the heart, diaphragm and gastrocnemius. Moreover, photobiomodulation produced in the heart, diaphragm and plasma levels led to an increase in superoxide dismutase (SOD). Interestingly, photobiomodulation was able to increase superoxide dismutase in rats without DM2 in the heart, diaphragm, gastrocnemius and kidneys. These findings suggested that 6 weeks of photobiomodulation in rats with DM2 promoted beneficial adaptations in oxidative stress, with a decrease in parameters of oxidant activity and an increase in antioxidant activity.


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Diabetes Mellitus, Experimental , Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 , Rats , Male , Animals , Rats, Wistar , Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/radiotherapy , Diabetes Mellitus, Experimental/radiotherapy , Oxidative Stress , Superoxide Dismutase/metabolism , Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances
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J Cosmet Dermatol ; 15(4): 393-398, 2016 Dec.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-27090205

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BACKGROUND: Striae distensae are linear atrophic dermal scars with associated epidermal atrophy. This recurrent skin disorder causes a significant cosmetic and psychologic concern and remains a therapeutic challenge, especially when they are mature and hypopigmented (striae alba). AIMS: In this prospective single-center study, we evaluated the efficacy, safety, and patient's satisfaction of galvanopuncture for the treatment of striae alba. PATIENTS/METHODS: Thirty-two female subjects with striae alba present on the buttocks were treated with galvanopuncture once a week over a period of 10 weeks. Photographs and a percentage category scale were used to assess striae improvement and patient's satisfaction. Biochemical analyses were performed to assess possible systemic inflammatory effects or oxidative stress induction by the treatment. RESULTS: All patients achieved a substantial increase in clinical improvement in their striae within 10 treatment sessions. Galvanopuncture did not induce any inflammatory effect; however, it reduced oxidative injury. CONCLUSION: The use of galvanopuncture for the treatment of striae alba demonstrated a significant improvement in the lesions with visible results. This study supports the high degree of patient's satisfaction and demonstrate the safe and effective use of galvanopuncture in the treatment of striae alba on several skin types.


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Electric Stimulation Therapy/methods , Inflammation/blood , Oxidative Stress , Striae Distensae/therapy , Adult , C-Reactive Protein/metabolism , Cholesterol, HDL/blood , Cholesterol, LDL/metabolism , Electric Stimulation Therapy/adverse effects , Electric Stimulation Therapy/instrumentation , Female , Humans , Inflammation/diagnosis , Inflammation/etiology , Lipoproteins, LDL/blood , Needles , Nitric Oxide/blood , Patient Satisfaction , Pilot Projects , Prospective Studies , Thiobarbituric Acid Reactive Substances/metabolism , Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha/blood , Young Adult
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