Knowledge, Perceptions, Needs and Challenges of Dominican Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus / Conocimientos, percepciones, necesidades y desafíos de los adolescentes dominicanos con diabetes mellitus tipo 1

Introduction: The lack of metabolic control in patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) can cause severe complications and reduce their life expectancy. Transition into adolescence among children with T1DM effects important changes that could negatively influence their metabolic control. Purpose: To determine knowledge, perceptions, needs and challenges of Dominican adolescents with T1DM. Methodology: Phone interviews to adolescents with T1DM between 14 and 18 years. Analysis included coding using the Health Belief Model, and using Nvivo, with a deductive and inductive approach. Results: Participants reported a high level of perceived susceptibility to complications, and severity associated to an incurable disease that causes severe complications. Within modifying factors, the family socioeconomic level was identified as relevant, and the role of support networks in managing their disease was mentioned as an external variable. Conclusions: Culturally, relevant interventions are needed to improve metabolic control and psychosocial aspects among Dominican adolescents with T1DM, including the use of a self-management mobile application; in addition, incorporating perspectives, context realities and knowledge of adolescents in developing therapeutical education strategies about T1DM could improve the impact of these strategies

Introducción: el descontrol metabólico en pacientes con diabetes tipo 1 (DMT1) puede provocar complicaciones severas y reducir la esperanza de vida. La transición a la adolescencia en jóvenes con DMT1 determina cambios importantes que pueden influenciar negativamente el control metabólico. Propósito: determinar el nivel de conocimiento, las percepciones, las necesidades y los desafíos de los adolescentes dominicanos con DMT1. Metodología: entrevistas telefónicas a adolescentes con DMT1, entre 14 y 18 años. El análisis incluyó la codificación con base al Modelo de Creencias de Salud, utilizando NVivo, a través de un abordaje deductivo e inductivo. Resultados: participantes reportaron un alto nivel de susceptibilidad percibida de sufrir complicaciones y una percepción de severidad asociada a una enfermedad incurable que causa complicaciones severas. En los factores modificadores se destacan determinantes sociales como el nivel socioeconómico de la familia y, en las variables externas, el rol de las redes de apoyo en el manejo de la enfermedad. Conclusiones: se requieren intervenciones culturalmente relevantes para mejorar el control metabólico y los aspectos psicosociales en los adolescentes dominicanos con DMT1, como sería una aplicación móvil para el automanejo; además, incorporar las perspectivas, las realidades contextuales y los conocimientos de los adolescentes en las estrategias de educación terapéutica sobre la DMT1 favorecería su impacto

Type 1 diabetes care in mexico: an analysis of the renaced-dt1 national registry

Background: Information regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with type 1 diabetes (PWT1D) in Mexico is limited. We developed an on-line platform Registro Nacional de Pacientes con Diabetes Tipo 1 (RENACED-DT1). Objective: The objective of the study was to describe the characteristics and healthcare of PWT1D registered in RENACED-DT1. Methods: Analyses of 965 PWT1D from July 2014 to January 2018 in different endocrinology clinics around Mexico. Results: Sixty-one percent were female with median age of 21 years, age at diagnosis 11 years, and disease duration at inclusion 8.2 years. Treatment regimen was basal-bolus in 61% and insulin-pumps in 21% (mainly in the private sector); 33.3% with self-monitoring of blood-glucose (SMBG) ≥4 times/day. Mean HbA1c at last follow-up was 8.7 ± 2.1% (72±23 mmol/mol), 18% had HbA1c < 7% (53 mmol/mol), and 35% > 9% (75 mmol/mol). SMBG ≥ 4 times/day was associated with HbA1c < 7%. Time since diagnosis > 10 years, female sex, BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2, SMBG < 4 times/day, and any hypoglycemia were associated with microvascular complications (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Percentage of patients achieving HbA1c < 7% is low; increased blood glucose monitoring is associated with better glycemic control. The achievement of optimal glycemic control must be increased to reduce the incidence of chronic complications and improve quality of life in PWT1D.

Desenvolvimento e validação de uma tecnologia MHEALTH para a promoção do autocuidado de adolescentes com diabetes / Development and validation of a MHEALTH technology for the promotion of self-care for adolescents with diabetes

Resumo No cenário do Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1 (DM1), uma prática incentivada é o autocuidado. Dessa forma, objetivou-se elaborar e validar um aplicativo móvel (APP) para a promoção do autocuidado em adolescentes com DM1. O método foi divido em duas etapas: elaboração e validação, que vão desde a revisão de literatura, benchmarking, construção do protótipo e validação por especialistas. A construção do APP foi subsidiada pelos sete passos propostos pela American Association of Diabetes Educators. Foram desenhadas as telas e selecionaram-se as possíveis funções; após o desenho, o protótipo do APP foi desenvolvido e nomeado como "DM Agendinha". O processo de validação de conteúdo foi mediado pelo instrumento Suitability Assessment of Materials, por meio do qual o percentual obtido foi de 85,3%, caracterizando o APP como "Material Superior". Para a validação técnica, empregou-se o questionário Smartphone Usability questionnaire, que obteve um Índice de Validade de Conteúdo global de 0,96. Conclui-se, portanto, que o uso desse material por parte dos adolescentes favorecerá a aquisição de novos conhecimentos e a adesão de práticas saudáveis, tendo em vista que se trata de uma tecnologia de caráter eletrônico e de fácil compreensão.

Abstract Self-care is encouraged in the type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (DM1) setting. Thus, this research aimed to develop and validate a mobile application (APP) to promote self-care for adolescents with DM1. The method was divided into two stages: development and validation, ranging from literature review, benchmarking, prototype construction to validation by specialists. The APP construction was subsidized by the seven steps proposed by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. The screens were designed and possible functions were selected. After the design, the APP prototype was developed and named "DM Agendinha". The content validation process was mediated by the Suitability Assessment of Materials tool, where the percentage obtained was 85.3%, characterizing the APP as "Superior Material". The Smartphone Usability questionnaire was employed for technical validation, and the APP reached a global Content Validity Index of 0.96. We concluded, therefore, that the use of this material by adolescents will favor the acquisition of new knowledge and adherence to healthy practices, considering that it is a highly intelligible electronic technology.

Brinquedo terapêutico para crianças com Diabetes Mellitus tipo I: intervenções no domicílio / Juguete terapéutico para niños con Diabetes Mellitus tipo I: intervenciones en el hogar / Therapeutic toy for children with Type I Diabetes Mellitus: Home interventions

Resumo Objetivo Descrever o uso do brinquedo terapêutico no cuidado domiciliar de crianças com Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1. Método Estudo qualitativo do tipo Estudo de Caso, realizado com crianças com diagnóstico de Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1, residentes no interior do Paraná. Os dados foram coletados em 2018, por meio de entrevista com as mães, sessões de brinquedo terapêutico com as crianças e anotações no diário de campo. A análise dos dados foi realizada seguindo os preceitos da análise de conteúdo. Resultados As crianças simularam situações cotidianas com o brinquedo terapêutico com naturalidade, evidenciando que cuidados com a glicemia e aplicação da insulina fazem parte da rotina. Contudo, demonstram sinais de insatisfação com a própria saúde, traçando comparações com crianças que não apresentam a doença e demonstrando suas angústias quando submetidas a procedimentos dolorosos. Conclusão A utilização do brinquedo terapêutico permitiu a abertura de um canal efetivo de comunicação entre criança e profissional, possibilitando ao pesquisador compreender a percepção das crianças sobre sua condição de saúde e desenvolver orientações e cuidados direcionados. Implicações para a prática Ao utilizar o brinquedo terapêutico, recurso de intervenção na assistência de enfermagem, como tecnologia de cuidado, amplia-se as possibilidades de atuação da enfermagem pediátrica, auxiliando crianças em condições crônicas.

Resumen Objetivo Describir el uso de juguetes terapéuticos en el cuidado domiciliario de niños con Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1. Método Estudio de caso tipo estudio cualitativo realizado con niños diagnosticados de Diabetes mellitus tipo 1, residentes del interior de Paraná. Los datos fueron recolectados en 2018, a través de entrevistas con madres, sesiones de juego terapéutico con niños y notas en el diario de campo. El análisis de datos se realizó siguiendo los preceptos del análisis de contenido. Resultados Los niños simularon situaciones cotidianas con el juguete terapéutico de forma natural, demostrando que los cuidados con la aplicación de glucosa e insulina son parte de su rutina. Sin embargo, muestran signos de insatisfacción con su propia salud, haciendo comparaciones con niños que no padecen la enfermedad y demostrando su angustia al ser sometidos a procedimientos dolorosos. Conclusión El uso de juguetes terapéuticos permitió la apertura de un canal de comunicación eficaz entre los niños y los profesionales, posibilitando al investigador comprender la percepción de los niños sobre su estado de salud, y desarrollar orientaciones y cuidados focalizados. Implicaciones para la práctica Al utilizar el juguete terapéutico, recurso de intervención en el cuidado de enfermería, como tecnología asistencial, se amplían las posibilidades del trabajo de enfermería pediátrica y se presta ayuda a los niños en condiciones crónicas.

Abstract Objective To describe the use of therapeutic toys in home care for children with type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Method A qualitative case study carried out with children diagnosed with type 1 Diabetes mellitus, residents in the inland of Paraná. Data was collected in 2018, through interviews with mothers, therapeutic play sessions with children and notes in the field diary. Data analysis was performed following the precepts of content analysis. Results The children simulated everyday situations with the therapeutic toy naturally, showing that the care measures with blood glucose and insulin application are part of the routine. However, they show signs of dissatisfaction with their own health, drawing comparisons with children who do not suffer from the disease and demonstrating their distress when subjected to painful procedures. Conclusion The use of therapeutic toys allowed for the opening of an effective communication channel between children and professionals, enabling the researcher to understand the children's perception of their health condition, and to develop guidelines and targeted care measures. Implications for the practice When using the therapeutic toy, a resource for intervention in Nursing care, as a care technology, the possibilities for pediatric Nursing work are expanded, helping children in chronic conditions.

A relação entre a mulher com diabetes e o seu corpo: o risco da diabulimia / La relación entre mujeres con diabetes y su cuerpo: el riesgo de diabulimia / The relationship between women with diabetes and their body: the risk of diabulimia

Resumo Objetivo compreender a relação que as mulheres com diabulimia têm com o corpo. Método pesquisa qualitativa, desenvolvida com o Método da História Oral Temática, com quatro mulheres entre 18 e 30 anos que autorreferiram diabulimia. Resultados a relação das mulheres com o seu corpo foi pautada pela pressão social de magreza feminina que distorce a autoimagem, gera insatisfação com o corpo e a diminuição da autoestima. A perda de peso é proporcionalmente associada ao aumento da aceitação social e justifica a utilização de métodos deletérios à saúde como a diminuição da dose ou a suspensão do uso de insulina. As narradoras demonstraram conhecer os riscos, mas admitiram repeti-la em determinados contextos. Considerações finais e implicações para a prática o desejo que as mulheres com Diabetes Mellitus têm de perder peso precisa ser incorporado às estratégias de cuidado com a atenção dos profissionais da saúde à subjetividade, atuando para reconhecer e prevenir os transtornos alimentares em mulheres com diabetes e minimizar a adoção de ações prejudiciais à saúde.

Resumen Objetivo comprender la relación que tienen las mujeres con diabulimia con el cuerpo. Método investigación cualitativa, desarrollada con el Método de Historia Oral Temática, con cuatro mujeres entre 18 y 30 años que autoinformado diabulimia. Resultados la relación de la mujer con su cuerpo estuvo guiada por la presión social de la delgadez femenina que distorsiona la imagen de sí misma, genera insatisfacción con el cuerpo y la disminución de la autoestima. La pérdida de peso se asocia proporcionalmente con una mayor aceptación social y justifica el uso de métodos nocivos para la salud, como reducir la dosis o suspender el uso de insulina. Los narradores demostraron conocer los riesgos, pero admitieron repetirlo en determinados contextos. Consideraciones finales e implicaciones para la práctica el deseo que tienen las mujeres con Diabetes Mellitus de adelgazar debe incorporarse a las estrategias de atención con la atención de los profesionales de la salud a la subjetividad, actuando para reconocer y prevenir los trastornos alimentarios en mujeres con diabetes y minimizar la adopción de acciones nocivas para la salud.

Abstract Objective to understand the relationship that women with diabulimia have with the body. Method a qualitative research, developed with the Thematic Oral History Method, with four women between 18 and 30 years of age who reported diabulimia. Results women's relationship with their bodies has been guided by the social pressure of female thinness that distorts self-image, generates dissatisfaction with the body and diminishes self-esteem. Weight loss is proportionally associated with increased social acceptance and justifies the use of harmful methods to health such as reducing the dose or suspending the use of insulin. The narrators showed to know the risks, but admitted to repeat it in certain contexts. Final considerations and implications for practice the desire that women with Diabetes Mellitus have to lose weight needs to be incorporated into the strategies of care with the attention of health professionals to subjectivity, acting to recognize and prevent eating disorders in women with diabetes and minimize the adoption of actions harmful to health.

Cuidado domiciliar à criança e ao adolescente com diabetes mellitus tipo 1 na perspectiva do cuidador / Home care for child and adolescent home care with type 1 diabetes mellitus from the care giver's perspective / Atención domiciliaria para niños y adolescentes con diabetes mellitus tipo 1 desde la perspectiva del cuidador

Objetivo: apreender perspectivas e vivências do cuidador familiar sobre os cuidados prestados às crianças e adolescentes com Diabetes Mellitus tipo 1 (DM1) no domicílio. Método: estudo descritivo de abordagem qualitativa, realizada com 11 cuidadores residentes em um município no Noroeste do Paraná. Os dados foram coletados de fevereiro a maio de 2018, mediante entrevistas semiestruturadas, gravadas em áudio, e, então, submetidos à análise de conteúdo, modalidade temática, após aprovação do Comitê Permanente de Ética em Pesquisa com Seres Humanos. Resultados: foram identificadas duas categorias temáticas: "Dos primeiros sintomas à aceitação do diagnóstico: um processo sempre em curso"; e "As dificuldades que permeiam o cuidado no cotidiano". Conclusão: as vivências relacionadas ao cuidado são permeadas por algumas dificuldades, especialmente em relação à aplicação correta da insulina, às restrições alimentares e à ausência de apoio por parte da escola, no controle alimentar e tratamento medicamentoso.

Objective: to learn family caregivers' perspectives and experiences regarding home care given to children and adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (DM1). Method: in this qualitative, descriptive study conducted ­ after approval by the Standing Committee for Ethics in Research with Human Participants ­ with 11 caregivers residing in a municipality in northwestern Paraná, data were collected between February and May 2018 by recorded, semi-structured interview, and then subjected to thematic content analysis. Results: two thematic categories were identified: "From first symptoms to acceptance of the diagnosis ­ an ongoing process" and "Difficulties permeating everyday care". Conclusion: certain difficulties permeated the care-related experiences, especially as regards correct application of insulin, dietary restrictions, and lack of support from schools in dietary control and drug treatment.

Objetivo: conocer las perspectivas y experiencias de los cuidadores familiares con respecto al cuidado domiciliario de niños y adolescentes con Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 1 (DM1). Método: en este estudio cualitativo y descriptivo realizado - previa aprobación del Comité Permanente de Ética en la Investigación con Participantes Humanos - con 11 cuidadores residentes en un municipio del noroeste de Paraná, los datos fueron recolectados entre febrero y mayo de 2018 mediante entrevista grabada semiestructurada , y luego sometido a análisis de contenido temático. Resultados: se identificaron dos categorías temáticas: "Desde los primeros síntomas hasta la aceptación del diagnóstico - un proceso continuo" y "Dificultades que permean la atención diaria". Conclusión: ciertas dificultades impregnaron las experiencias asistenciales, especialmente en cuanto a la correcta aplicación de la insulina, las restricciones dietéticas y la falta de apoyo de las escuelas en el control dietético y el tratamiento farmacológico.

Endocrinopatías por inmunoterapia oncológica / Endocrinopathies by oncological immunotherapy

La relación entre inmunidad y cáncer es compleja. Las células tumorales desarrollan mecanismos de evasión a las respuestas del sistema inmunitario. Esta capacidad permite su supervivencia y crecimiento. La inmunoterapia ha transformado el tratamiento oncológico mejorando la respuesta inmunitaria contra la célula tumoral. Esta se basa en el bloqueo de los puntos de control inmunitario mediante anticuerpos monoclonales contra la molécula inhibidora CTLA-4 (antígeno 4 del linfocito T citotóxico [CTLA-4]) y la proteína 1 de muerte celular programada y su ligando (PD-1/PD-L1). Aunque los inhibidores de los puntos de control inmunitario (ICIs) son fármacos bien tolerados, tienen un perfil de efectos adversos conocido como eventos adversos inmunorrelacionados (EAI). Estos afectan varios sistemas, incluyendo las glándulas endocrinas. Los eventos adversos endocrinos más frecuentes son la disfunción tiroidea, la insuficiencia hipofisaria, la diabetes mellitus autoinmune y la insuficiencia suprarrenal primaria. El creciente conocimiento de estos efectos adversos endocrinos ha llevado a estrategias de tratamiento efectivo con el reemplazo hormonal correspondiente. El objetivo de esta revisión es reconocer la incidencia de estas nuevas endocrinopatías, la fisiopatología, su valoración clínica y el manejo terapéutico. (AU)

The relationship between immunity and cancer is complex. Tumor cells develop evasion mechanisms to the immune system responses. This ability allows their survival and progression. Immunotherapy has transformed cancer treatment by improving the immune response against tumor cells. This is achieved by blocking immune checkpoints with monoclonal antibodies against cytotoxic T lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 (CTLA-4) and programmed cell death protein 1 and its ligand (PD-1 / PD-L1). Although the immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are well tolerated drugs, they have a profile of adverse effects known as immune-related adverse events (irAES). These involve diverse systems, including the endocrine glands. The most frequent endocrine immune-related adverse events are thyroid and pituitary dysfunction, autoimmune diabetes mellitus and primary adrenal insufficiency. The increasing knowledge of these irAES has led to effective treatment strategies with the corresponding hormonal replacement. The objective of this review is to recognize the incidence of these new endocrinopathies, the physiopathology, their clinical evaluation, and therapeutic management. (AU)

Apego y estrés en niños con Diabetes tipo 1 y sus madres / Attachment and stress in children with type 1 Diabetes and their mothers

Resumen: Objetivo: Comprender la relación entre apego y diabetes y el rol mediador del estrés en niños con diabetes mellitus tipo 1 (DM1) y sus madres. Material y Método: Se aplicaron Instrumentos de evaluación correspondientes a Escalas de Apego (ECR-R), Estrés percibido (PSS), Seguridad (SS) y Estrés en niños (SiC), como medidas de autoreporte completadas por niños(as) y sus madres. Se analizaron variables demográficas, tiempo de inicio de diabetes, y el promedio de las ultimas 3 medi ciones de Hemoglobina glicosilada HbA1c como parámetro del control metabólico del último año. Resultados: Las estrategias de apego maternas e infantiles y el estrés materno mostraron una asocia ción significativa con los resultados de la diabetes del niño(a), aunque con importantes diferencias de género. Conclusiones: Las estrategias de apego, infantiles y maternas, son relevantes en el curso de la diabetes.

Abstract: Objective: To understand the relationship between attachment and diabetes and the role of stress mediators in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and their mothers. Material and Method: The following assessment instruments were applied as self-report measures: Attachment Scale (ECR- R), Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), Security Scale (SS), and the Stress in Children (SiC) questionnaire, which were completed by children and their mothers. We analyzed demographic variables, diabetes onset time, and the average of the last three glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) measurements as a parameter of metabolic control in the last year. Results: Attachment strategies of both mother and child, as well as maternal stress, showed a significant association with the child's diabetes outcomes, although with important gender differences. Conclusions: Both mother and child attachment strate gies are relevant aspects of the T1D course.

Diabetic ketoacidosis as the initial presentation of type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents: epidemiological study in southern brazil / Cetoacidose diabética como apresentação inicial de diabetes tipo 1 em crianças e adolescentes: estudo epidemiológico no sul do brasil

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the variables associated with the presence of diabetic ketoacidosis in type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) diagnosis and its impact on the progression of the disease. Methods: We reviewed the records of 274 children and adolescents under 15 years, followed in a Pediatric Endocrinology clinic of a university hospital in Curitiba-PR. They had their first appointment between January 2005 and April 2015. Results: Most patients received their T1DM diagnosis during a diabetic ketoacidosis episode. The associated factors were: lower age and greater number of visits to a physician's office prior to diagnosis; diabetic ketoacidosis was less frequent in patients who had siblings with T1DM and those diagnosed at the first appointment. Nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, tachydyspnea, and altered level of consciousness were more common in the diabetic ketoacidosis group. There was no association with socioeconomic status, duration of symptoms before diagnosis, and length of the honeymoon period. Conclusions: Prospective studies are necessary to better define the impact of these factors on diagnosis and disease control. Campaigns to raise awareness among health professionals and the general population are essential to promote early diagnosis and proper treatment of diabetes mellitus in children and adolescents.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar as variáveis associadas ao diagnóstico de diabetes melito tipo 1 (DM1) na vigência de cetoacidose diabética e seu impacto na evolução da doença. Métodos: Foram avaliadas 274 crianças e adolescentes com idade até 15 anos acompanhados em um ambulatório de endocrinologia pediátrica de um hospital universitário de Curitiba, Paraná, cuja primeira consulta ocorreu entre janeiro de 2005 e abril de 2015. Resultados: A maioria dos pacientes teve diagnóstico de DM1 na vigência de cetoacidose diabética. Os fatores associados foram: menor idade e maior número de consultas prévias ao diagnóstico; a cetoacidose diabética foi menos frequente quando havia um irmão com DM1 e quando o diagnóstico foi feito na primeira consulta médica. Náuseas ou vômitos, dor abdominal, taquidispneia e alteração do nível de consciência foram mais frequentes no grupo com cetoacidose diabética ao diagnóstico. Não se observou associação com nível socioeconômico, tempo de sintomas antes do diagnóstico e duração do período de lua de mel. Conclusões: São necessários estudos prospectivos para definir melhor o impacto desses fatores no diagnóstico e no controle da doença. Campanhas de conscientização dos profissionais de saúde e da população são necessárias para que haja diagnóstico precoce e tratamento adequado do diabetes melito em crianças e adolescentes.

Programa de transición: evaluación de un modelo a 4 años de su implementación / Transition program: evaluation of a model 4 years after its implementation

INTRODUCCIÓN: La evaluación de los programas de transición (PT) es un paso fundamental para determinar su importancia como estrategia de seguimiento y apoyo a los adolescentes con diabetes tipo 1 (DM1) que transitan de una atención pediátrica a una adulta. OBJETIVO: evaluar un modelo de PT para adolescentes con DM1 a 4 años de su implementación. SUJETOS Y MÉTODO: este estudio se realizó en 65 adolescentes que ingresaron al PT. Se evaluó el cumplimiento de los indicadores de adherencia del PT (preparación, continuidad, regularidad, exclusividad en la atención médica y seguimiento psicológico), la participación de los adolescentes en el PT (cumplir con los 5 indicadores) y el control metabólico asociado a esa participación. El análisis estadístico se realizó con Prueba de Chi Cuadrado para las variables grados de participación y control metabólico; y Prueba T de Student para muestras pareadas para evaluar la variación de HbA1c al finalizar el primer año en atención como adulto. RESULTADOS: los indicadores de adherencia del PT se cumplen sobre el 65% en la población estudiada. Se encontró que el 38,5% de los adolescentes logran participación completa en el PT (cumplir 5 indicadores), 43,1% participación parcial (cumplir 3 o 4 indicadores) y 18,4% participación insuficiente en el PT (cumplir con 0, 1 ó 2 indicadores). Se observó una mayor frecuencia de mantenimiento o mejoría del control metabólico en los adolescentes con participación completa en el PT en comparación con los de participación parcial e insuficiente (76% v/s 59,2% y 22,2% respectivamente). Se observó un cambio significativo (p < 0,05) de la HbA1c en adolescentes con participación completa y participación parcial. CONCLUSIÓN: en los adolescentes con DM1, se debe incentivar la participación en el PT para fortalecer las conductas de adherencia al tratamiento diabético incluyendo el control metabólico.

INTRODUCTION: the evaluation of the transition programs (TP) is a fundamental step to determine its importance as a follow-up and support strategy for adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who move from a pediatric to adult care. OBJECTIVE: to evaluate a TP model for adolescents with T1D 4 years after its implementation. SUBJECTS AND METHOD: this study was carried out in 65 adolescents who entered the TP. Compliance with the TP adherence indicators was evaluated (preparation, continuity, regularity, exclusivity in medical care and psychological follow-up), the participation of adolescents in the TP (compliance with the 5 indicators) and the metabolic control associated with that participation. The statistical analysis was carried out with Chi-square test for the variable degrees of participation and metabolic control; and paired Student's T test for the change of HbA1c at the end of the first year in adult. RESULTS: TP adherence indicators are met over 65% in the population studied. When evaluating participation in the TP, it was found that 38.5% of adolescents achieved full participation in the TP (meet 5 indicators), 43.1% partial participation (meet 3 or 4 indicators) and 18.4% insufficient participation in the TP (comply with 0, 1 or 2 indicators). A higher frequency of maintenance or improvement of metabolic control was observed in adolescents with full participation in the TP compared to those with partial and insufficient participation (76% v/s 59.2% and 22.2% respectively). The statistical difference (p < 0.05) was obtained in the change of HbA1c of adolescents with full participation and partial participation. CONCLUSION: in adolescents with T1D, participation in TP should be encouraged to strengthen adherence to diabetic treatment including metabolic control.

The Effect of Garlic and Voluntary Exercise on Cardiac Angiogenesis in Diabetes: The Role of MiR-126 and MiR-210 / O Efeito do Alho e de Exercícios Físicos Voluntários na Angiogênese Cardíaca no Diabetes: O Papel do miRNA-126 e do miRNA-210

Abstract Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, leading to endothelial dysfunction and angiogenesis impairment . MiR-126 and miR-210 support angiogenic response in endothelial cells. Objective: The present study sought to explore the effect of garlic and voluntary exercise, alone or together, on miR-126 and miR-210 expressions and cardiac angiogenesis in rats with type 1 diabetes. Methods: Male Wistar rats were divided into five groups (n = 7): Control, Diabetes, Diabetes+Garlic, Diabetes+Exercise, and Diabetes+Garlic+Exercise. Diabetes was induced in the animals by streptozotocin (ip, 50 mg/kg). The rats were then fed raw fresh garlic homogenate (250 mg/kg) or were subjected to voluntary exercise, or to combined garlic and voluntary exercise for 6 weeks. MiR-126 and miR-210 expressions in the myocardium were determined by real time PCR, and the serum lipid profile was measured by enzymatic kits. Angiogenesis was evaluated by immunostaining for PECAM-1/ CD31 in the myocardium. Results: Diabetes reduced both cardiac miR-126 expression and angiogenesis (p < 0.05). On the other hand, there was a miR-210 expression increase in the myocardium of diabetic animals (p < 0.001). However, those effects reversed either with garlic or voluntary exercise (p < 0.01). Moreover, treating diabetic rats with garlic and voluntary exercise combined had an additional effect on the expressions of miR-126 and miR-210 (p < 0.001). Furthermore, both voluntary exercise and garlic significantly improved serum lipid profiles (p < 0.001). Conclusion: The induction of diabetes decreased angiogenesis in the myocardium, whereas our treatment using long-term voluntary exercise and garlic improved myocardial angiogenesis. These changes were possibly owing to the enhancement of myocardial miR-126 and miR-210 expressions.

Resumo Fundamento: O diabetes mellitus (DM) é um dos principais fatores de risco para doenças cardiovasculares, levando à disfunção endotelial e inibição da angiogênese. O miRNA-126 e o miRNA-210 promovem a resposta angiogênica em células endoteliais. Objetivo: O presente estudo buscou explorar o efeito do alho e de exercícios físicos voluntários, isoladamente ou em conjunto, nas expressões do miRNA-126 e do miR-210 e na angiogênese cardíaca em ratos com diabetes tipo 1. Métodos: Ratos Wistar machos foram divididos em cinco grupos (n = 7): Controle, Diabetes, Diabetes+Alho, Diabetes+Exercícios e Diabetes+Alho+Exercícios. Introduziu-se diabetes nos animais por estreptozotocina (ip, 50 mg/kg). Os ratos foram então alimentados com homogenato de alho fresco cru (250 mg/kg), ou foram submetidos a exercícios voluntários, ou a uma combinação de alho e exercícios voluntários, durante 6 semanas. As expressões do miRNA-126 e do miRNA-210 no miocárdio foram determinadas por PCR em tempo real, e o perfil lipídico sérico foi medido por kits enzimáticos. A angiogênese foi avaliada por imunocoloração por PECAM-1/CD31 no miocárdio Resultados: O diabetes reduziu a expressão do miRNA-126 cardíaco e da angiogênese (p < 0,05). Por outro lado, houve um aumento da expressão do miRNA-210 no miocárdio dos animais diabéticos (p < 0,001). No entanto, tais efeitos foram revertidos com alho ou exercícios voluntários (p < 0,01). Além disso, o tratamento de ratos diabéticos conjuntamente com alho e exercícios voluntários teve um efeito adicional sobre as expressões do miRNA-126 e do miRNA-210 (p < 0,001). Além disso, tanto os exercícios voluntários quanto o alho melhoraram significativamente os perfis lipídicos séricos (p < 0,001). Conclusões: A indução de diabetes diminuiu a angiogênese no miocárdio, enquanto nosso tratamento com exercícios voluntários de longa duração e alho melhorou a angiogênese miocárdica. Estas alterações devem-se, possivelmente, ao aumento das expressões do miRNA-126 e do miRNA no miocárdio.

Autocuidado em pessoas com diabetes mellitus tipo 1: vivências de adolescentes / Self-care among type 1 diabetes mellitus bearing people: adolescents' experiences / Autocuidado de personas con diabetes mellitus tipo 1: vivencias de adolescentes

Objetivo: El objetivo fue identificar las vivencias de adolescentes en el manejo de diabetes mellitus, en relación al autocuidado. Métodos: Fue llevada a cabo investigación descriptiva, predominantemente cualitativa, en hospital de referencia en DM, en Fortaleza-Ce, Brasil. Resultados: Participaron del estudio a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas 14 adolescentes con DM, con edades entre 12-18 años. Las entrevistas fueron sometidas a análisis de contenido para desconexión de las categorías. Del análisis, emergieron tres temas: el primero relacionado con los pacientes que demostraron adherencia al autocuidado; el segundo acerca de los dilemas de ser adolescente con diabetes; y el tercero para actuación de los profesionales de la salud y familia para el adolescente manejar el autocuidado. Conclusiones: Esta investigación con adolescentes con diabetes señaló la importancia del autocuidado con apoyo como herramienta que puede llevarse a la práctica por profesionales y familia, fomentando la adherencia al tratamiento

Objetivo: Conhecer as vivências de adolescentes acerca do autocuidado. Métodos: Estudo qualitativo, entrevistas semiestruturadas foram conduzidas com 14 adolescentes, entre 12 a 18 anos, cadastrados em laboratório de endocrinologia pediátrica na cidade de Fortaleza, CE. Resultados: Com base nos dados desvelados observamos os seguintes enfrentamentos: adesão ao autocuidado; dilemas de ser adolescente com diabetes e ações do profissional de saúde e da família para o autocuidado do adolescente. Conclusão: Esta pesquisa com adolescentes portadores de diabetes demonstrou a importância do autocuidado apoiado como uma ferramenta que poderá ser operacionalizada por profissionais e família, favorecendo a adesão ao tratamento

Objective: This study aimed to identify the adolescents' experiences in the management of diabetes mellitus, regarding self-care. Methods: It is a descriptive research with a predominantly qualitative approach, which was carried out in a referral hospital in the assistance to patients with diabetes mellitus, located in Fortaleza city, Ceará State, Brazil. Fourteen adolescents bearing diabetes mellitus, within an age group from 12 to 18 years old, have participated in the study through semi-structured interviews. Results: The interviews were submitted to content analysis in order to identify the categories. After analysis, the following three thematic categories emerged: the first is related to patients who have demonstrated adherence to self-care; the second regarding the dilemmas of being an adolescent with diabetes; and the third concerning the actions of health professionals and the patients' relatives for the self-care management of adolescents. Conclusion: This research performed with adolescents bearing diabetes has revealed the importance of supported self-care as an instrument that can be worked out by both professionals and family, thus encouraging the treatment adherence

Modulación de marcadores de inflamación y estrés oxidativo en pacientes con diabetes tipo 1 y sobrepeso que participan en un programa de cambio de estilo de vida / Modulation of Inflammatory and oxidative stress markers in overweight type 1 Diabetes patients participating in a lifestyle change program

Introduction: Reduction in the expression of inflammatory markers and oxidative stress associated with exercise will protect against cardiovascular complications in Diabetes Mellitus (DM). Aim: The aim of this study was evaluated cardiovascular fitness (VO2 Max), interleukin-6 (IL-6), monocyte chemo-attractant protein 1 (MCP-1) and serum lipid peroxidation (TBARS) in overweight patients with Type-1 diabetes (T1DM) participating in a lifestyle-change program. Results: 20 T1DM overweight patients (43.3 ± 13.8 years), with BMI= 29.6 ± 3.5 kg/m2 , initial HbA1c 7.9 ± 0.91% and treated with multiple insulin injections, were included in this work. The lifestyle-change program consisted of: a) walking 10,000 steps/day, b) sequence of exercises of 24 minutes, 3-5 times/week, c) ¨healthy-plate¨ (and counting carbohydrates, and d) prandial insulin as blood-glucose levels. VO2 max, HbA1c, TBARS, IL6, MCP-1 were determined before starting the lifestyle-change program. Six months of adherence later, participants showed an average number of steps of 8242 ± 1834, a significant increase in VO2 max, (33.4 ±1.3 vs 36.2 ±1.5 ml.Kg-1.min-1 p= 0.008), a significant decrease in serum MCP-1 (314 ±42 vs 235 ±43 MFI p= 0.02), and less TBARS (3.01 ±0.44 vs 2.12 ±0.22 µmol/mL p= 0.015). IL-6 and HbA1c showed no significant decrease. Conclusion: Our results showed that a 6-month systemized and simple exercise plan improves cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2 max), and reduces both circulating oxidative stress and inflammation markers in overweight patients with T1DM.

Introducción: La reducción en la expresión de marcadores inflamatorios y de estrés oxidativo asociado con el ejercicio podría proteger contra las complicaciones cardiovasculares de la diabetes mellitus (DM). Objetivo: El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar en pacientes con DM tipo1 (DMT1) y sobrepeso, la capacidad cardiorespiratoria (VO2 Max), la expresión sérica de marcadores inflamatorios (IL-6 y MCP-1) y la peroxidación lipídica sérica (TBARS), luego de participar por 6 meses de un programa de cambios de estilo de vida. Resultados: Veinte pacientes adultos (43.3 ± 13.8 años), de ambos sexos, con un Índice de Masa Corporal de 29.6 ± 3.5 kg/m2 , HbA1c inicial de 7,9% ± 0,91, en tratamiento con inyecciones múltiples de insulina participaron del estudio. Se indicó: 1) caminar 10.000 pasos/día, 2) realizar en domicilio una secuencia de ejercicios de 20 minutos, 3-5 veces/semana, 3) plato saludable (consumo de 1 fruta antes de las 3 comidas principales), 4) Insulina prandial según glucemia y conteo de carbohidratos. Se registraron parámetros antropométricos, presión arterial, se determinó VO2 max, y se midieron los niveles séricos de HbA1c, IL6, MCP-1 y TBARs. Luego de seis meses, los participantes alcanzaron un número promedio de pasos de 8242 ± 1834 y mostraron un aumento significativo en VO2 max, (33.4 ±1.3 vs 36.2 ±1.5 ml.Kg-1.min-1 p= 0.008). Además, se encontró una disminución significativa de MCP-1 (314 ±42 vs 235 ±43 MFI p=0.02) y TBARs (3.01 ±0.44 vs 2.12 ±0.22 µmol/mL p= 0.015) en comparación con el día 0. No se observaron modificaciones en los niveles de IL-6 y HbA1c. Conclusión: Nuestros resultados demuestran que el ejercicio, implementado como un plan accesible y acompañado, es adecuado para reducir los riesgos de inflamación y estado pro-oxidativo en pacientes con DM tipo1.

Swim exercise augments the protection of the knee joint against osteoarthritis development in diabetic rats treated with insulin / El ejercicio de natación aumenta la protección de la articulación de la rodilla contra el desarrollo de osteoartritis en ratas diabéticas tratadas con insulina

We recently reported that insulin can partially protect the knee joint against osteoarthritis (OA) development in a rat model of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). However, the combined protective effect of insulin and swim exercise against OA development secondary to diabetes has not been investigated before. Therefore, we hypothesized that swim exercise can augment the protection of the knee joint in diabetic rats treated with insulin. T1DM was induced in Sprague Dawley rats and treated with insulin and/ or swim exercise. Tissues harvested from the articular cartilage of the knee joint were examined by light microscopy, and blood samples were assayed for biomarkers of oxidative stress and inflammation. Treatment of diabetic rats with insulin and swim exercise substantially protected the articular cartilage and significantly (p<0.0001) inhibited the inflammatory biomarkers, tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFα) and interleukin-6 (IL-6), and the oxidative stress biomarker, malondialdehyde (MDA) measured as thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) comparable to control. Whereas, a lesser effective protection was observed by insulin or swim exercise alone. Thus, we demonstrate a substantial protection against OA development in rats treated with combined insulin and swim exercise possibly due to a complete inhibition of biomarkers of inflammation and oxidative stress.

Recientemente informamos que la insulina puede proteger parcialmente la articulación de la rodilla contra el desarrollo de osteoartritis (OA) en un modelo de diabetes tipo 1 (DM1) en ratas. Sin embargo, el efecto protector combinado de la insulina y el ejercicio de natación contra el desarrollo de OA secundario a la diabetes no se ha investigado. Por lo tanto, planteamos la hipótesis de que el ejercicio de natación puede aumentar la protección de la articulación de la rodilla en ratas diabéticas tratadas con insulina. La DM1 se indujo en ratas Sprague Dawley y se trataron con insulina y/o ejercicio de natación. Los tejidos recogidos del cartílago articular de la articulación de la rodilla se examinaron mediante microscopía óptica, y las muestras de sangre se analizaron en busca de biomarcadores de estrés oxidativo e inflamación. El tratamiento de ratas diabéticas con insulina y ejercicio de natación protegió sustancialmente el cartílago articular y significativamente (p <0,0001) inhibió los biomarcadores inflamatorios, factor de necrosis tumoral alfa (TNF-α) e interleucina-6 (IL-6) y el biomarcador de estrés oxidativo, el malondialdehído (MDA) fue medido como sustancia reactivas al ácido tiobarbitúrico (TBARS), comparable al control. Se observó una menor protección efectiva mediante la insulina o el ejercicio de natación solo. Por lo tanto, demostramos una protección sustancial contra el desarrollo de OA en ratas tratadas con insulina combinada con el ejercicio de natación, posiblemente debido a una inhibición completa de biomarcadores de inflamación y estrés oxidativo.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus: can coaching improve health outcomes?

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the introduction of coaching in the interdisciplinary care of individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus in the public health care system. Subjects and methods: Ten patients routinely attending a public health care service and with a glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) level above 75% participated in eight coaching sessions. This study evaluated the patients' self-management of the disease and personal behavior. The participants were assessed at the beginning of the program and on two occasions after the intervention, with evaluation of biochemical and anthropometric data, and frequency of self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG). Questionnaires were applied during these evaluations to analyze emotional burden (B-PAID), medication adherence (Morisky Adherence Scale), and self-efficacy (IMDSES). Results HbA1c had a median level of 8.0% (range 76-10.3%) at the beginning of the study and reduced significantly 3 months after initiation of the intervention (7.78% [6.5-10%], p = 0.028), with no significant increase at 6 months (8.3% [713-9.27%], p = 0.386). SMBG improved significantly from the beginning to the end of the study, with the median number of glucose tests per week varying from 16.5 (range 0-42) at baseline to 29.0 (7-42) at 3 months and 27.5 (10-48) at 6 months (p = 0.047). No significant differences were observed in anthropometric parameters or in the scores of the instruments between the three measurements. Conclusion: A coaching intervention focused on patients' values and sense of purpose may provide added benefit to traditional diabetes education programs and could be an auxiliary method to help individuals with type 1 diabetes achieve their treatment goals.

Impacto psicosocial de la diabetes mellitus tipo 1 en niños, adolescentes y sus familias: revisión de la literatura / Psychosocial impact of type 1 diabetes mellitus in children, adolescents and their families: literature review

La diabetes mellitus tipo 1 es la patología endocrina crónica más común en niños. El tratamiento incluye dieta, actividad física, medicación con insulina y un autocontrol adecuado. Este autocontrol puede ser dificultoso, provocando que niños, adolescentes y sus familias sufran diversas complica ciones psicosociales. Existe una relación inversa entre autocontrol y presencia de complicaciones psicosociales, siendo los principales problemas ansiedad y depresión, donde los adolescentes llegan a ser 2,3 veces más propensos a presentar problemas de salud mental. Las familias se ven afectadas inicialmente en el período de debut por un estado de shock, con sentimientos de angustia e ira. Los necesarios cambios de hábitos y estilos de vida pueden generar problemas psicosociales entre los que destacan trastornos ansiosos, depresivos y alimenticios. Posteriormente, el niño o adolescente y su grupo familiar pueden transitar a un nuevo equilibrio caracterizado por un buen autocontrol y adherencia al tratamiento o profundizar los trastornos individuales y grupales, trastornos que pue den reaparecer, especialmente en la adolescencia. El tratamiento integral de la diabetes mellitus tipo 1 requiere atender estos aspectos mediante equipos multidisciplinarios que incluyen profesionales médicos y del ámbito psicosocial. En esta revisión se analizan los principales aspectos relacionados al impacto psicosocial en niños y adolescentes con diabetes mellitus tipo 1 y sus familias.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is the most common chronic endocrine pathology among children. Treatment includes diet, physical activity, insulin medication, and proper self-control. This self-control may be difficult, resulting in children, adolescents and their families suffering diverse psychosocial complications. There is an inverse relationship between self-control and psychosocial complications, the main problems being anxiety and depression, where adolescents are 2.3 times more likely to have mental health problems. Families are initially affected, in the debut period by a state of shock, with feelings of distress and anger. The necesary changes in habits and lifestyles can lead to psychosocial problems, including anxiety, depression and eating disorders. Subsequently, the child or adolescent and his or her family group may move into new balance characterized by good self-control and adherence to tratment, or deepen individual and group disorders which may reappear, especially in adolescence. The comprehensive treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus requires addressing these aspects through multidisciplinary teams which include medical and phychosocial professionals. This review analyses the main aspects related to the psychosocial impact of diabetes mellitus type 1 among children, adolescents and their families.