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Aprendizajes en anatomía humana tradicionalmente han sido evaluados a través del reconocimiento de estructuras anatómicas. A pesar de su popularidad, pueden tener un componente subjetivo y memorístico. El Examen Práctico Objetivo Estructurado (EPOE) se ha presentado como una manera más global de evaluación. El objetivo de este estudio fue evidenciar el efecto en el rendimiento académico tras la implementación del EPOE en pasos prácticos. En el estudio 2312 estudiantes fueron divididos: Metodología Tradicional (n=1155) y Metodología EPOE (n=1157). A su vez, los estudiantes fueron identificados según carrera: Enfermería (n=1182); Fonoaudiología (n=185); Kinesiología (n=514) y Terapia Ocupacional (n=431). Se mantuvieron las condiciones de la asignatura en ambos grupos con tres evaluaciones prácticas. Se analizaron las calificaciones obtenidas. Evaluaciones 1 y 2 no presentaron diferencias entre grupos. Evaluación 3, que evaluó sistema nervioso, mostró disminución significativa de 0,5 puntos en el grupo EPOE. El factor tipo de metodología resultó ser significativo en evaluación 3 (p < 0,001; h2p = 0,029) y promedio de las 3 evaluaciones (p < 0,029; h2p = 0,002). El factor carrera resultó ser significativo para las tres evaluaciones. La interacción de ambos factores no mostró significancia estadística. El análisis post hoc mostró diferencias significativas entre estudiantes de Enfermería con las demás carreras, ya que obtuvieron mejores calificaciones en todas las evaluaciones (p < 0,05). Metodología EPOE no produjo drásticos cambios en el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes y tiene un amplio potencial de desarrollo por su naturaleza de evaluación integral no invasiva ni traumática. Se debe considerar la naturaleza de los contenidos en el diseño de la metodología de enseñanza-aprendizaje y en la metodología de evaluación, alineando a nivel microcurricular estos aspectos fundamentales de la formación de nuevos profesionales de la salud.
SUMMARY: Learning in human anatomy has traditionally been assessed by recognizing anatomical structures. Despite their popularity, they can have a subjective component. The Objective Structured Practical Examination (EPOE) has been presented as a more global way of assessment. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the effect on academic performance after the implementation of the EPOE in practical activities. In this study 2312 students were divided into Traditional Methodology (n=1155) and EPOE Methodology (n=1157). In turn, students were identified according to career: Nursing (n=1182), Speech Therapy (n=185), Physical Therapy (n=514), and Occupational Therapy (n=431). Subject conditions were maintained in both groups with three practical evaluations. The grades obtained were analyzed. Assessments 1 and 2 showed no differences between groups. Evaluation 3, which evaluated the nervous system, showed a significant decrease of 0.5 points in the EPOE group. The type of methodology factor was significant in evaluation 3 (p < 0.001; ?2p = 0.029) and the average of 3 evaluations (p < 0.029; ?2p = 0.002). The career factor was significant for all three evaluations. The interaction of both factors did not show statistical significance. The post hoc analysis showed significant differences between nursing students and the other careers since they obtained better scores in all evaluations (p < 0.05). EPOE methodology did not produce drastic changes in students' academic performance and had a broad potential for development due to its non-invasive and non-traumatic comprehensive assessment nature. The nature of the contents should be considered in the design of the teaching-learning methodology and the evaluation methodology, aligning at the micro-curricular level with these fundamental aspects of training new health professionals.
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Humans , Male , Female , Education, Medical/methods , Educational Measurement/methods , Anatomy/education , Students, Health Occupations , Pilot Projects , Academic Performance , LearningABSTRACT
O objetivo deste estudo piloto foi avaliar o uso de metodologias ativas de ensino-aprendizagem para o desenvolvimento de competências relacionadas à terapia pulpar em dentes decíduos por estudantes de Odontologia. A amostra foi composta por 24 alunos matriculados na Disciplina de Odontopediatria da Universidade Cruzeiro do Sul. Inicialmente, empregou-se aula expositiva dialogada, gamificação com quiz online na plataforma Kahoot! (8 questões de múltipla escolha) e vídeo de passo a passo da técnica endodôntica. Em seguida, realizou-se o laboratório de simulação com dentes decíduos com polpa artificial. Cada aluno realizou o tratamento em um incisivo central superior, com aquisição de duas radiografias (inicial e final) avaliadas por examinador treinado por meio de critérios qualitativos. Foram realizadas análises estatísticas descritiva e inferencial por meio dos testes Qui-quadrado de Pearson e Exato de Fisher (α=5%). Os resultados mostraram 53,8% de acertos das 8 questões apresentadas no game Kahoot!, com pior desempenho dos alunos na competência "diagnóstico pulpar" (28,0%) e melhor desempenho na competência "técnica endodôntica em dentes decíduos" (72,0%). Em relação ao laboratório de simulação, o desempenho adequado do aluno foi de 79,2% para a etapa "forma de preparo", 75,0% para "limite apical" e 66,7% para "obturação", com valores estatisticamente significativos para todos os critérios avaliados, com exceção da etapa "obturação". Conclui-se que as metodologias ativas utilizadas na terapia pulpar de dentes decíduos permitiram a avaliação do desempenho dos discentes por meio da identificação e registro da competência (AU).
El objetivo de este estudio piloto fue evaluar el uso de metodologías activas de enseñanza-aprendizaje para el desarrollo de competencias relacionadas con la terapia pulpar en dientes deciduos por parte de estudiantes de Odontología. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 24 estudiantes matriculados en la Asignatura de Odontopediatría de la Universidad Cruzeiro do Sul. Inicialmente, se utilizó una clase expositiva dialogada, gamificación con cuestionario en línea en la plataforma Kahoot! (8 preguntas de opción múltiple) y un video con el paso a paso de la técnica endodóntica. Posteriormente, se llevó a cabo un laboratorio de simulación con dientes deciduos con pulpa artificial. Cada estudiante realizó el tratamiento en un incisivo central superior, obteniendo dos radiografías (inicial y final) evaluadas por un examinador capacitado mediante criterios cualitativos. Se realizaron análisis estadísticos descriptivos e inferenciales mediante las pruebas Chi-cuadrado de Pearson y Exacta de Fisher (α=5%). Los resultados mostraron un 53,8% de aciertos en las 8 preguntas presentadas en el juego de Kahoot!, con el peor desempeño de los estudiantes en la competencia de "diagnóstico pulpar" (28,0%) y el mejor desempeño en la competencia de "técnica endodóntica en dientes deciduos" (72,0%). En cuanto al laboratorio de simulación, el desempeño adecuado de los estudiantes fue del 79,2% en la etapa de "forma de preparación", 75,0% en "límite apical" y 66,7% en "obturación", con valores estadísticamente significativos en todos los criterios evaluados, excepto en la etapa de "obturación". Se concluye que las metodologías activas utilizadas en la terapia pulpar de dientes deciduos permitieron evaluar el desempeño de los estudiantes mediante la identificación y registro de competencias (AU).
This pilot study aimed to evaluate active teaching-learning methodologies used for developing dental students' competency in pulpal therapy in primary teeth. The study included 24 students enrolled in a Pediatric Dentistry course at Cruzeiro do Sul University. Initially, a dialogical lecture was conducted, followed by reinforcement by gamification using Kahoot!, an online quiz platform (eight multiple-choice questions), and a step-by-step video of the endodontic technique. Subsequently, a simulation laboratory with primary teeth and artificial pulp was conducted. Each student performed the treatment on an upper central incisor. Two radiographs (initial and final) were evaluated by a trained examiner using qualitative criteria. Descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were performed using Pearson's Chi-square and Fisher's Exact tests (α=5%). The results showed 53.8% accuracy for the eight Kahoot! questions. The poorest student performance was in the area of"pulpal diagnosis" (28.0%), while the best performance was "endodontic technique in primary teeth" (72.0%). Adequate performance was demonstrated during the simulation lab, with student competency at 79.2% for the "preparation form" stage, 75.0% for the "apical limit," and 66.7% for "obturation", with statistically significant values for all evaluated criteria, except for the "obturation" stage. Our findings indicated that active methodologies were relevant for competency development among dental students.In particular, the understanding of pulpal therapy in primary teeth was evaluated through the identification and recording of explicit competencies (AU).
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Humans , Male , Female , Students, Dental , Teaching Materials , Pediatric Dentistry , Problem-Based Learning , Endodontics , Tooth, Deciduous , Chi-Square Distribution , Pilot Projects , Surveys and Questionnaires , GamificationABSTRACT
SUMMARY: Temporomandibular joint dysfunction interferes with the quality of life and activities of daily living among patients. The symptoms of temporomandibular dysfunction, including pain and clicking and popping sounds, are worsened during stressful events, and patients report increased pain around the temporomandibular joint. Stress-related behaviors, such as teeth clenching and teeth grinding, are commonly reported as increasing during stress. The prevalence of temporomandibular dysfunction and stress-related behaviors is reported differently in the literature. Stress in higher education is common. The purpose of this pilot study was to investigate the prevalence of temporomandibular joint dysfunction and stress-related behaviors among staff members at a local University. The study also sought to explore pain patterns described by people experiencing temporomandibular joint dysfunction and the relationship between stress-related behaviors and pain symptoms experienced. Further, the impact of stress on symptoms experienced by people with temporomandibular dysfunction was investigated in this pilot study.
La disfunción de la articulación temporomandibular interfiere con la calidad de vida y las actividades de la vida diaria entre los pacientes. Los síntomas de la disfunción temporomandibular, incluidos el dolor y los chasquidos, empeoran durante los eventos estresantes, y los pacientes informan un aumento del dolor alrededor de la articulación temporomandibular. Los comportamientos relacionados con el estrés, como apretar y rechinar los dientes, suelen aumentar durante el estrés. La prevalencia de la disfunción temporomandibular y los comportamientos relacionados con el estrés se informa de manera diferente en la literatura. El estrés en la educación superior es común. El propósito de este estudio piloto fue investigar la prevalencia de la disfunción de la articulación temporomandibular y los comportamientos relacionados con el estrés entre los miembros del personal de una universidad local. El objetivo del estudio además fue explorar los patrones de dolor descritos por personas que experimentan disfunción de la articulación temporomandibular y la relación entre los comportamientos relacionados con el estrés y los síntomas de dolor experimentados. Además, en este estudio piloto se investigó el impacto del estrés en los síntomas que experimentan las personas con disfunción temporomandibular.
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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Stress, Psychological/epidemiology , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/psychology , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/epidemiology , Pain/psychology , Pain/epidemiology , Universities , Pilot Projects , Prevalence , Surveys and QuestionnairesABSTRACT
Introduction: Due to the frequent intersection of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) with palliative situations and the increasing global need for palliative care, there has been increased recognition of the need for palliative care integration with EMS. However, EMS and palliative care systems remain segregated in many Low-to-Middle Income Country contexts, as in South Africa (SA). The aim of this study was to gather perspectives of pallia tive care providers in SA concerning EMS in palliative situations. Methods: A qualitative design employing individual semi-structured interviews was implemented. Ten interviews with experienced doctors and nurses holding post-graduate palliative medicine qualifications were conducted. Verbatim transcriptions of interviews were subjected to content analysis with an inductive-dominant approach to develop codes and categories. Results: Four categories were developed: (1) Disposition towards EMS, (2) Perceived EMS challenges, (3) Positive EMS impact across patients' palliative care journeys and (4) Methods of EMS and palliative care system inte gration. Participants maintained an overall positive view of EMS and palliative care integration, noting the beneficial impact of EMS and suggesting various methods of integration, while also highlighting challenges and concerns. Conclusion: EMS and palliative care integration would be mutually beneficial to both systems while benefiting patient well-being and the broader healthcare system. Potentially low-cost, high-impact interventions suggested by participants, such as palliative care cards for patients and enhancing EMS and palliative care system communication, represent efficacious and judicious use of limited resources within the SA context. Pilot studies investigating these suggestions should be conducted.
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Pilot Projects , Costs and Cost Analysis , Developing Countries , Emergency Medical Services , Palliative Medicine , Palliative CareABSTRACT
Objetivo: construir e validar um questionário, para mensurar a percepção de treinadores de judô brasileiros quanto as regras de competição das categorias Sub-9, Sub-11, Sub-13 e Sub-15, considerando 4 fatores: Segurança, Especialização Esportiva Precoce, Preparação Desportiva de Longo Prazo e Alterações nas Regras. Metodologia: O questionário construído foi um Survey, com perguntas fechadas de escala Likert. A validação desse instrumento psicométrico passou por 3 etapas: validação do conteúdo, por juízes experts (cientistas da área de ciências do esporte), estudo piloto com 30 treinadores e análise da consistência interna com a participação de 166 treinadores, das 5 regiões do país. Resultados e discussão: O conteúdo foi avaliado por meio do Coeficiente de Validade de Conteúdo, com ponto de corte 0,80. A análise fatorial confirmatória foi utilizada para avaliar a consistência interna, sendo retirados os itens com carga fatorial inferior a 0,40. Conclusão: Considerando os processos de construção e validação do questionário podemos afirmar que ele atende aos objetivos de investigação sobre as regras de competição das categorias de base do judô brasileiro.
Objective: to generate and validate a questionnaire to measure the perception of Brazilian judo coaches regarding the competition rules for the U-9, U-11, U-13 and U-15 categories, considering 4 factors: Safety Perspectives, Early Sports Specialization, Long-Term Athlete Development and Rule Changes. Methods: The validation of this psychometric instrument went through 3 stages: content validation by expert judges (scientists in the field of sports science), pilot study with 30 coaches and internal consistency analysis with the participation of 166 coaches, from the 5 regions of the country. Results and discussion: The content was evaluated using the Content Validity Coefficient, with a cutoff point of 0.80. Confirmatory factor analysis was used to evaluate internal consistency, with items with factor loadings lower than 0.40 were removed. Conclusion: Considering the process of generating and validating the questionnaire, we can say that it meets the research objectives on the competition regulation of the Youth class of Brazilian judo.
Objetivo: Generar y validar un cuestionario para medir la percepción de los entrenadores de judo brasileños sobre las reglas de competición de las categorías Sub-9, Sub-11, Sub-13 y Sub-15, considerando 4 factores: Perspectivas de Seguridad, Especialización Deportiva Temprana, Desarrollo de atletas a largo plazo y cambios de reglas. Metodología: La validación de este instrumento psicométrico pasó por 3 etapas: validación de contenido por jueces expertos (científicos en el campo de las ciencias del deporte), estudio piloto con 30 entrenadores y análisis de consistencia interna con la participación de 166 entrenadores, de las 5 regiones del país. Resultados y discusión: El contenido fue evaluado mediante el Coeficiente de Validez de Contenido, con un punto de corte de 0,80. Se utilizó un análisis factorial confirmatorio para evaluar la consistencia interna, eliminando los ítems con cargas factoriales inferiores a 0,40. Conclusión: Considerando el proceso de generación y validación del cuestionario, podemos decir que cumple con los objetivos de la investigación sobre la regulación de la competencia de la clase Juvenil del judo brasileño.
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Humans , Psychometrics , Sports , Surveys and Questionnaires , Martial Arts , Methodology as a Subject , Youth Sports , Perception , Pilot Projects , Factor Analysis, Statistical , Athletes , Teacher TrainingABSTRACT
Este estudo investigou os efeitos de um programa de intervenção para casais na transição para a parentalidade sobre a saúde mental da mulher e a conjugalidade avaliada pelo casal. Um casal com baixa escolaridade foi submetido a uma adaptação para o contexto brasileiro, em modalidade domiciliar, do programa Bases da Família, com avaliação piloto por um delineamento experimental de caso único com medidas repetidas. O Self-Reporting Questionnaire e o Inventário Beck de Depressão avaliaram a saúde mental da mulher, e a Escala de Ajustamento Diádico e observações da comunicação do casal foram as medidas da conjugalidade. Houve aprimoramento da comunicação do pai e aumento da satisfação diádica autorrelatada pela mãe. O programa não foi eficaz para o favorecimento da saúde mental materna. O foco do programa em dimensões individuais e conjugais da transição para a parentalidade beneficia o relacionamento do casal, entretanto, parece não favorecer a saúde mental materna.(AU)
This study investigated the effects of an intervention program for couples during the transition to parenthood on women's mental health and conjugality as assessed by the couple. A couple with low levels of education underwent a Brazilian-adapted version of the Family Foundations program, with a home-based intervention, using pilot evaluation through a single-case experimental design with repeater measures. The Self-Reporting Questionnaire and the Beck Depression Inventory assessed maternal mental health, while the Dyadic Adjustment Scale and observations of couple communication measured couple functioning. There was an improvement in the father's communication and an increase in the mother's self-reported dyadic satisfaction. The program was not effective in promoting maternal mental health. The program's focus on individual and conjugal dimensions of the transition to parenthood benefits the couple's relationship; however, it does not seem to favor maternal mental health.(AU)
Este estudio investigó los efectos de un programa de intervención para parejas en la transición a la parentalidad sobre la salud mental de la mujer y la conyugalidad evaluada por la pareja. Una pareja con bajo nivel educativo fue sometida a una adaptación del programa Family Foundations para el contexto brasileño, con una intervención en el hogar, evaluado mediante un diseño experimental de caso único con medidas repetidas. El Self-Reporting Questionnaire y el Inventario de Depresión de Beck evaluaron la salud mental materna, y la Escala de Ajuste Diádico y observaciones de la comunicación evaluaron la conyugalidad. Hubo una mejora en la comunicación del padre y un aumento en la satisfacción diádica autoinformada por la madre. El programa no fue efectivo para favorecer la salud mental materna. El enfoque del programa en las dimensiones individuales y conyugales de la transición a la parentalidad beneficia la relación de pareja; sin embargo, no parece favorecer la salud mental de la mujer.(AU)
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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Mental Health , Parenting/psychology , Depression/psychology , Maternal Health , Pilot Projects , Self ReportABSTRACT
Objective: to develop and validate two clinical simulation guides to support and disseminate a culture of safety in the surgical environment. Method: methodological study supported by the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning theoretical framework. The snowball technique was used to validate the clinical guidelines with experts on the subject. Two scales validated for Brazil were used for the pilot test. Results: 89 operating room professionals took part, including 41 doctors, 40 nursing technicians, four nurses, two radiology technicians, and two nursing trainees. Two guides were created, one on conflict management and teamwork in patient safety during the transfer of the patient from the operating room to the post-anesthetic recovery room, and the other dealing with the assistance of the healthcare team in the transfer of care in the post-anesthetic recovery room. The evaluation of Satisfaction with Simulated Clinical Experiences had an average score of 8.3 and Satisfaction and Self-confidence in learning 4.1. Conclusion: the guides have been validated and are suitable for replication in any surgical environment. We believe that this technology could contribute to improving the safety culture in the operating room by providing an opportunity for reflection and critical thinking.
Objetivo: desarrollar y validar dos guías de simulación clínica que contribuyan y difundan la cultura de seguridad en el ambiente quirúrgico. Método: estudio metodológico basado en el marco teórico de la International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning . Se aplicó la técnica de bola de nieve para validar las guías clínicas con expertos en el tema. Para la prueba piloto se utilizaron dos escalas validadas para Brasil. Resultados: participaron 89 profesionales del área quirúrgica, entre ellos 41 médicos, 40 técnicos en enfermería, cuatro enfermeros, dos técnicos de radiología y dos residentes de enfermería. Se crearon dos guías, una sobre manejo de conflictos y trabajo en equipo en seguridad del paciente durante el traslado del paciente del quirófano a la sala de recuperación posanestésica, y otra que abordaba la asistencia del equipo de salud en el traslado de la atención en la sala de recuperación posanestésica. La evaluación de Satisfacción con las Experiencias Clínicas Simuladas obtuvo una media de 8,3 y la Satisfacción y Autoconfianza en el Aprendizaje una de 4,1. Conclusión: las guías están validadas y se pueden replicar en cualquier ambiente quirúrgico. Se considera que esta tecnología podría contribuir a mejorar la cultura de seguridad en el área quirúrgica a través de la oportunidad de reflexión y el pensamiento crítico.
Objetivo: desenvolver e validar duas guias clínicas de simulação para o apoio e a disseminação da cultura de segurança no ambiente cirúrgico. Método: estudo metodológico apoiado pelo referencial teórico de International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning. A técnica bola de neve foi aplicada para a validação das guias clínicas junto às expertises na temática. Para o teste piloto foram utilizadas duas escalas validadas para o Brasil. Resultados: participaram 89 profissionais do bloco cirúrgico, sendo 41 médicos, 40 técnicos de Enfermagem, quatro enfermeiros, dois técnicos de radiologia e dois estagiários de Enfermagem. Foram construídas duas guias, uma sobre a gestão de conflitos e o trabalho em equipe na segurança do paciente durante a transferência do paciente da sala operatória para a sala de recuperação pós-anestésica, e outra que tratou da assistência da equipe de saúde na transferência do cuidado na sala de recuperação pós-anestésica. A avaliação da Satisfação com as Experiências Clínicas Simuladas obteve média 8,3 e a Satisfação e Autoconfiança na aprendizagem, 4,1. Conclusão: as guias encontram-se validadas e aptas para serem replicadas em qualquer ambiente cirúrgico. Considera-se que essa tecnologia poderá contribuir para melhoria da cultura de segurança no bloco cirúrgico pela oportunidade de reflexão e pensamento crítico.
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Pilot Projects , Educational Technology , Simulation Exercise , Patient Safety , Patient Handoff , Licensed Practical NursesABSTRACT
Este estudo teve o objetivo de adaptar o Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory (CRSI) para o contexto brasileiro e investigar se este apresenta evidências de adequabilidade psicométrica. No Estudo 1 foi desenvolvida a versão brasileira e, posteriormente, foram analisadas evidências de validade de conteúdo por meio da análise de juízes (N = 4 avaliadores especialistas) e adequação semântica em um estudo piloto com adolescentes (N = 15). No Estudo 2, verificamos as propriedades psicométricas do CRSI em uma amostra de adolescentes (N = 276), reunindo evidências de validade de estrutura interna e precisão. Finalmente, no Estudo 3, foram investigadas evidências adicionais de estrutura interna e precisão do CRSI em uma nova amostra (N = 224). Os resultados demonstraram que o CRSI reúne evidências de validade com base no conteúdo, na estrutura interna e de precisão, podendo ser usado para avaliar as estratégias de resolução de conflitos que adolescentes brasileiros utilizam nas discordâncias com seus pais, possibilitando seu uso em pesquisas sobre esse tema.(AU)
This study adapted the Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory (CRSI) for the Brazilian context and assessed its psychometric adequacy. In Study 1, the Brazilian version was developed and content validity was analyzed by experts (N = 4) with semantic adequacy assessed in a pilot study with adolescents (N = 15). In Study 2, psychometric properties were examined in a sample of adolescents (N = 276), providing evidence of internal validity and reliability. Study 3 further investigated evidence of internal validity and reliability in a new sample (N = 224). Results indicated that the CRSI exhibits content validity, internal validity, and reliability, making it suitable for assessing conflict resolution strategies employed by Brazilian adolescents in disagreements with their parents, enabling its use in related research.(AU)
Este estudio tuvo como objetivo adaptar el Conflict Resolution Styles Inventory (CRSI) al contexto brasileño y verificar si presenta evidencias de adecuación psicométrica. En el Estudio 1, se desarrolló la versión brasileña y, posteriormente, se analizaron las evidencias de validez de contenido a través del análisis de jueces (N = 4 evaluadores expertos) y de adecuación semántica en un estudio piloto con adolescentes (N = 15). En el Estudio 2, verificamos las propiedades psicométricas del CRSI en una muestra de adolescentes (N = 276), recogiendo evidencias de validez interna y precisión. Finalmente, en el Estudio 3, se investigó evidencias adicionales de la validez interna y precisión del CRSI en una nueva muestra (N = 224). Los resultados mostraron que el CRSI reúne evidencias de validez de contenido, validez interna y precisión, y puede ser utilizado para evaluar las estrategias de resolución de conflictos utilizadas por adolescentes brasileños en desacuerdos con sus padres, lo que permite su uso en investigaciones sobre este tema.(AU)
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Humans , Male , Female , Child , Adolescent , Parent-Child Relations , Family Conflict/psychology , Family Relations/psychology , Psychometrics , Semantics , Translations , Pilot Projects , Cross-Cultural Comparison , Reproducibility of Results , Factor Analysis, Statistical , Interview , Correlation of Data , Sociodemographic FactorsABSTRACT
La dactiloscopía o papiloscopía corresponde al estudio científico de las impresiones digitales, palmares y plantares, que tiene por finalidad la identificación infalible o indubitada del individuo. Existen tres niveles para identificar con mayor certeza nivel 1 (tipo o patrón dactilar), el nivel 2 (minucias o puntos característicos) y el nivel 3 (poroscopia y crestoscopia). Por ello, es necesario analizar las características de las impresiones dactilares directas y las huellas dactilares directas con la finalidad de verificar la presencia de puntos y poros característicos para mejorar el proceso de identificación humana. Se analizaron 80 muestras (54 mujeres y 26 hom- bres). A partir de ellos, se capturaron 800 impresiones y 800 huellas dactilares directas con tampón dactilar y polvo black. En huellas con tampón se identificaron 71.25 % y 1.25 % con 14 y 6 Puntos Característicos respectivamente y en grupos de poros el 84 % y 35 % para un grupo de 1 y grupos de 7 y 8 poros respectivamente. Con polvo black solo se identificaron Puntos Característico y no Poros. La cantidad de poros en hombres fue mayor igual a 10 (LR= 2.08) y en mujeres menor igual a 6 (LR= 1.93). Los grupos de poros fueron para hombres menores o iguales a 12 poros (LR= 1.04) y mayores o iguales a grupos de 13 poros (LR=1.28) para mujeres. Se consiguieron identificar grupos de poros con tampón dactilar pero no con polvos químicos lo que podría emplearse para implementar un protocolo para el uso del nivel 3 de identificación.
SUMMARY: Dactyloscopy or papiloscopy corresponds to the scientific study of digital, palmar and plantar impressions, whose purpose is the infallible or indubitable identification of a subject. There are three levels to identify with greater certainty level 1 (type or fingerprint pattern), level 2 (minutiae or characteristic points) and level 3 (poroscopy and crestoscopy). Therefore, it is necessary to analyze the characteristics of direct fingerprints and direct fingerprints in order to verify the presence of characteristic points and pores to improve the human identification process. 80 samples (54 women and 26 men) were analyzed. Of these, 800 impressions and 800 direct fingerprints with fingerprint buffer and black powder were captured. In footprints with buffer, 71.25 % and 1.25 % were identified with 14 and 6 Characteristic Points respectively and in groups of pores 84 % and 35 % for a group of 1 and groups of 7 and 8 pores respectively. With black powder, only Characteristic Points and no Pores were identified. The number of pores in men was greater than 10 (LR= 2.08) and in women less than 6 (LR= 1.93). The groups of pores were less than or equal to 12 pores (LR= 1.04) for men and greater than or equal to groups of 13 pores (LR=1.28) for women. It was possible to identify groups of pores with a fingerprint buffer but not with chemical powders, which could be used to implement a protocol for the use of level 3 identification.
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Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Forensic Anthropology/methods , Dermatoglyphics , Peru , Pilot ProjectsABSTRACT
O brincar e a vida infantil estão inevitavelmente entrelaçados, havendo inúmeras evidências da ação terapêutica do brinquedo para o desenvolvimento infantil e, consequentemente, para o desenrolar da Psicoterapia Psicodinâmica (PP). Para acessar o brincar de crianças de maneira objetiva durante o percurso da PP, foi desenvolvido o Children's Play Therapy Instrument (CPTI). O objetivo desse estudo foi adaptar para o português o CPTI, assim como realizar um estudo piloto para identificar evidências de validade do instrumento, através da análise de perfis de jogo de psicoterapias de três crianças, uma menina e dois meninos, com oito, sete e oito anos, diagnosticados com transtorno de adaptação, transtorno disruptivo da desregulação do humor e transtorno do espectro autista, nível 1, respectivamente. A versão em português do CPTI apresentou boa equivalência com a original e a fidedignidade interavaliadores foi alta, além de serem encontradas evidências preliminares de validade. O instrumento foi capaz de diferenciar os perfis de jogo de cada criança, descrevendo atividades de jogo condizentes com as psicopatologias analisadas. As possibilidades e limitações de utilização do instrumento foram discutidas. (AU)
Play and childhood are inevitably intertwined, with numerous indications of the therapeutic effects of play on child development and, consequently, on the progress of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (PP). To access children's play during the course of PP, the Children's Play Therapy Instrument (CPTI) was developed. The aim of this study was to adapt the CPTI to Portuguese and to conduct a pilot study to identify validity evidence for the instrument through the analysis of play profiles of psychotherapies involving three children: one girl and two boys, aged eight, seven, and eight, respectively. They were diagnosed with adjustment disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, and autism spectrum disorder level 1. The Portuguese version of the CPTI showed good equivalence to the original, inter-rater reliability was high, and preliminary evidence of validity was found. The instrument was able to differentiate each child's play profiles, describing play activities consistent with the psychopathologies analyzed. The instrument's possibilities and limitations were discussed. (AU)
El juego y la vida de los niños están inevitablemente entrelazados, con numerosas evidencias de la acción terapéutica del juguete para el desarrollo infantil y, en consecuencia, para el desarrollo de la Psicoterapia Psicodinámica (PP). Para acceder de forma objetiva al juego infantil durante el transcurso de la PP, se desarrolló el Instrumento de Terapia de Juego Infantil (CPTI). El objetivo de este estudio fue adaptar el CPTI al portugués, así como realizar un estudio piloto para identificar evidencias de validez del instrumento, a través del análisis de perfiles de juego de tres psicoterapias con tres niños, se incluye una niña y dos niños de ocho, siete y ocho años, diagnosticados con trastorno de adaptación, trastorno de desregulación disruptiva del estado de ánimo y trastorno del espectro autista, nivel 1, respectivamente. El CPTI mostró una buena equivalencia con el original y la confiabilidad entre evaluadores fue alta. El instrumento logró diferenciar los perfiles de juego de cada niño, describiendo actividades de juego consistentes con las psicopatologías analizadas. Se discutieron las posibilidades y limitaciones del uso del instrumento. (AU)
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Humans , Male , Female , Child , Mood Disorders , Autism Spectrum Disorder , Translations , Pilot Projects , Reproducibility of Results , Correlation of DataABSTRACT
Resumen: Objetivo: Analizar las diferencias de los polimorfismos de los genes ECA y ACTN3 en el rendimiento de una prueba de agilidad en jugadores élite de deportes colectivos pertenecientes a selecciones nacionales de Costa Rica. Metodología: Se contó con una muestra de 33 jugadores hombres, de deportes colectivos (fútbol sala, rugby, voleibol y balonmano). Para la evaluación de la agilidad se utilizó el test de Illinois. Se realizaron dos visitas, en la primera se obtuvo muestras de células por medio de un enjuague y en la segunda se aplicó la prueba de agilidad. Se utilizó la prueba de Chi-cuadrado (X2) para conocer las diferencias entre las frecuencias de los polimorfismos de los genes ECA y ACTN3 y el tipo de deporte. Resultados: La mayor distribución de los polimorfismos del gen ECA, de jugadores de selecciones nacionales de deportes de conjunto, se encuentra en el ID (X2= 6.87, p= .334) y en ACTN3 el RX (X2= 6.33, p= .388). Además, tampoco se encontraron diferencias significativas entre el tiempo efectuado en el test de Illinois y los polimorfismos del gen ECA (F= 2.150, p= .134), de igual forma para los polimorfismos del gen ACTN3 (F= .950, p= .339). Conclusiones: Los polimorfismos de los genes ECA y ACTN3 no se relacionaron estadísticamente con el tipo de deporte colectivo. La agilidad no se ve asociada por un tipo de polimorfismo, lo que indica que, de forma independiente al gen, esta cualidad física se puede entrenar y generar buenos resultados en la población en general.
Abstract: Objective: To analyze the differences in the polymorphisms of the ACE and ACTN3 genes on agility test performance in elite players of collective sports from National teams of Costa Rica. Methods: a sample of 33 male team sports players (futsal, rugby, volleyball, and handball). All subjects were tested with the Illinois Agility Test. Two days of measurements were made; on the first day, cell samples were obtained and on the second day, the agility test was applied. The Chi-square test (x2) was used to determine the differences between the frequencies of the polymorphisms of the ACE and ACTN3 genes and the type of sport. Results: The highest distribution of polymorphisms of the ECA gene of players from national teams of collective sports was found in the ACE ID (X2 = 6.87, p = .334), and in ACTN3 the RX (X2 = 6.33, p =. 388). Furthermore, no significant relationship was found between the Illinois test performance and the polymorphisms of the ECA gene (F = 2,150, p = .134). Conclusions: The ACE and ACTN3 genes polymorphisms were not statistically related to the type of team sport. Agility is not associated with the type of polymorphism, which indicates that regardless of the gene, this physical quality can be trained and generate good results in the general population.
Resumo: Objetivo: analisar as diferenças dos polimorfismos dos genes ECA e ACTN3 na realização de um teste de agilidade em jogadores de elite de equipes esportivas pertencentes a equipes nacionais costarriquenhas. Metodologia: foi utilizada uma amostra de 33 jogadores de futebol masculino (futsal, rúgbi, vôlei e handebol). O teste de Illinois foi usado para avaliar a agilidade. Foram feitas duas visitas; na primeira foram obtidas amostras de uma célula por lavagem e na segunda foi aplicado o teste de agilidade. O teste qui-quadrado (X2) foi usado para determinar as diferenças entre as frequências dos polimorfismos dos genes ECA e ACTN3 e o tipo de esporte. Resultados: A maior distribuição de polimorfismos do gene ECA em jogadores de equipes nacionais de esportes coletivos é encontrada no ID (X2= 6,87, p= 0,334) e no ACTN3 no RX (X2= 6,33, p= 0,388). Além disso, não foram encontradas diferenças significativas entre o tempo gasto no teste de Illinois e os polimorfismos do gene ECA (F= 2,150, p= 0,134), assim como para os polimorfismos do gene ACTN3 (F= 0,950, p= 0,339). Conclusões: Os polimorfismos dos genes ECA e ACTN3 não estavam estatisticamente relacionados com o tipo de esporte coletivo. A agilidade não está associada pelo tipo de polimorfismo, indicando que, independentemente do gene, essa qualidade física pode ser treinada e gerar bons resultados na população em geral.
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Humans , Male , Adult , Polymorphism, Genetic , Sports , Pilot Projects , Costa RicaABSTRACT
Introducción. La salud ambiental infantil es la rama de la pediatría que estudia la influencia del medioambiente en la salud y la enfermedad de los niños. Las exposiciones ambientales globales representan una seria amenaza para la salud, lo que justifica una mayor investigación y acción. Objetivo. Evaluar la salud ambiental de una muestra de niños que viven en áreas urbanas y rurales de la ciudad de Uruguaiana, Brasil. Población y métodos. Se incluyeron padres/tutores (n = 714) de niños atendidos en el Policlínico Infantil de la Ciudad de Uruguaiana de enero a octubre de 2021, que respondieron la anamnesis ambiental en pediatría (Sociedad Brasileña de Pediatría). Los datos obtenidos se analizaron según la residencia en zona urbana o rural, o el ingreso familiar. Resultados. Al comparar los habitantes de la zona urbana (n = 660) con los de la zona rural (n = 54), verificamos que entre los de la zona rural fue significativamente mayor la actividad con productos químicos (15 % vs. 32,7 %; p = 0,004), vivir cerca de plantación (7,5 % vs. 74,5 %; p <0,001) o con fuente de contaminación (4,8 % vs. 32,7 %; p <0,001), tener perro (62 % vs. 87,3 %; p <0,001), usar plaguicidas (0,6 % vs. 32,7 %; p <0,001) y exposición a contaminación química (2,6 % vs. 18,2 %; p <0,001). En el área urbana predominó la exposición al tránsito de vehículos cerca de la vivienda (85 % vs. 48,1 %; p <0,001), renta media inferior a 3 salarios mínimos (90 %) y baja escolaridad. Conclusión. Realizar la anamnesis ambiental es fundamental para la detección de amenazas ambientales presentes en los lugares donde los niños y adolescentes viven, aprenden, juegan y estudian.
Introduction. Children's environmental health studies the influence of the environment on health and disease in children. Global environmental exposures pose a serious threat to health, warranting further research and action. Objective. To assess the environmental health of a sample of children living in urban and rural areas in Uruguaiana, Brazil. Population and methods. We included parents/legal guardians (n = 714) of children seen at Policlinica Infantil de Uruguaiana between January and October 2021, who completed the environmental history- taking in pediatrics (Brazilian Society of Pediatrics). Collected data were analyzed based on place of residence (urban or rural) or household income. Results. The comparison between inhabitants of the urban area (n = 660) and the rural area (n = 54) established that, among those living in the rural area, activity with chemical substances (15% versus 32.7%; p = 0.004), living near a plantation (7.5% versus 74.5%; p < 0.001) or near a source of contamination (4.8% versus 32.7%; p < 0.001), having a dog (62% versus 87.3%; p < 0.001), using pesticides (0.6% versus 32.7%; p < 0.001), and exposure to chemical contamination (2.6% versus 18.2%; p < 0.001) were significantly higher. In the urban area, exposure to vehicle traffic near the house (85% versus 48.1%; p < 0.001), an average income below 3 minimum wages (90%), and a low level of education predominated. Conclusion. Environmental history-taking is critical for the detection of environmental threats present in the areas where children and adolescents live, learn, play, and study
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Humans , Animals , Child , Rural Population , Environmental Exposure/adverse effects , Urban Population , Brazil , Pilot Projects , DogsABSTRACT
El objetivo de este estudio fue comparar el tiempo empleado al estimar la edad dental (ED) entre el método propuesto por Demirjian et al. y el cuadro integral del enfoque de Demirjian (DAEcc) utilizando radiografías panorámicas digitales de individuos peruanos de 5 a 13 años residentes en Lima. Se realizó un estudio no experimental, comparativo, transversal y retrospectivo. Se utilizaron 100 radiografías panorámicas digitales que presentaban siete dientes permanentes mandibulares izquierdos. Una odontóloga forense capacitada y calibrada determinó el tiempo utilizado en evaluar la maduración dental y la estimación de ED con dos métodos (Demirjian y DAEcc). La unidad de medida utilizada fue los minutos (min.). No hubo diferencias en el tiempo de evaluación del estadio de maduración dental entre ambos métodos (p<0,05). El tiempo para estimar ED fue estadísticamente inferior con DAEcc (2,09 min) que con Demirjian (4,19 min). La diferencia del tiempo total de evaluación resultó estadísticamente significativa entre ambos métodos (Δ2,1 min.; 2,05-2,11; p=0,000). La aplicación del DAEcc redujo en 50 % el tiempo empleado en estimar ED en comparación con los cuadros propuestos por Demirjian. Aunque la odontología forense se centra en el estudio de la eficacia de estimación de la edad, es necesario abordar también su uso práctico.
SUMMARY: The objective of this study was to compare the time used to estimate dental age (DA) between the method proposed by Demirjian et al., and the comprehensive chart for dental age estimation (DAEcc) using digital panoramic radiographs of Peruvian individuals aged 5 to 13 years residing in Lima. A non- experimental, comparative, cross-sectional and retrospective study was carried out. 100 digital panoramic radiographs showing seven mandibular left permanent teeth were used. A trained and calibrated forensic odontologist determined the time used to assess tooth maturation and DA estimation with two methods (Demirjian and DAEcc). The unit of measurement used was minutes (min.). There were no differences in the evaluation time of the dental maturation stage between both methods (p<0.05). The time spent to estimate DA was statistically less with DAEcc (2.09 min) than with Demirjian (4.19 min). The difference in total evaluation time was statistically significant between both methods (Δ2.1 min; 2.05-2.11; p=0.000).The application of DAEcc reduced by 50 % the time spent estimating DA compared to the method proposed by Demirjian. Although forensic odontology focuses on the study of the effectiveness of age estimation, its practical use needs to be addressed as well.
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Humans , Male , Female , Child, Preschool , Child , Adolescent , Tooth/diagnostic imaging , Age Determination by Teeth/methods , Forensic Dentistry , Peru , Time Factors , Tooth/growth & development , Radiography, Panoramic , Pilot Projects , Cross-Sectional Studies , Retrospective StudiesABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION: Neurogenic claudication (NC) is the classic clinical presentation of patients with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS). These patients may or may not present with symptoms of leg pain and difficulty walking. These symptoms are exacerbated while walking and standing and are eased by sitting or bending forward. METHOD: Patients with LSS, having a lumbar canal diameter of ≤12mm, were recruited from a recognized Tertiary care hospital. Each subject's demographic characteristics and anthropometrics were noted, and the testing procedure was explained. The canal diameter was documented with the help of an MRI report. A self-paced walking test was used to assess the walking distance. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS: Depending on the normality of the data, the Pearson correlation coefficient (r) was used to find the correlation between canal diameter at different lumbar levels and walking distance in patients with LSS. RESULT: Pearson correlation coefficient (r) determined a fair positive correlation (r = 0.29) between lumbar canal diameter and walking distance. Stepwise multiple regression analysis was done, and a prediction equation was found for different levels of canal stenosis. CONCLUSION: Findings of our present study suggest a fair positive correlation between walking distance and canal diameter at L5-S1. This study may also be useful in predicting the approximate canal diameter by estimating the walking distance of the patient with symptoms of LSS and vice-versa.
INTRODUÇÃO: A claudicação neurogênica (CN) é a apresentação clínica clássica de pacientes com Estenose Espinhal Lombar (EEL). Esses pacientes podem ou não apresentar sintomas de dor nas pernas e dificuldade para caminhar. Esses sintomas são exacerbados ao caminhar e ficar em pé e são aliviados ao sentar ou inclinar-se para a frente. MÉTODO: Pacientes com EEL, com diâmetro do canal lombar ≤12mm, foram recrutados em um hospital terciário reconhecido. As características demográficas e antropométricas de cada sujeito foram anotadas e o procedimento do teste foi explicado. O diâmetro do canal foi documentado com a ajuda de um relatório de ressonância magnética. Um teste de caminhada individualizado foi usado para avaliar a distância percorrida. ANÁLISE ESTATÍSTICA: Dependendo da normalidade dos dados, o coeficiente de correlação de Pearson (r) foi usado para encontrar a correlação entre o diâmetro do canal em diferentes níveis lombares e a distância percorrida em pacientes com EEL. RESULTADO: O coeficiente de correlação de Pearson (r) determinou uma correlação positiva razoável (r = 0,29) entre o diâmetro do canal lombar e a distância percorrida. Análise de regressão múltipla stepwise foi feita, e uma equação de predição foi encontrada para diferentes níveis de estenose do canal. CONCLUSÃO: Os achados de nosso estudo sugerem uma correlação positiva razoável entre a distância percorrida e o diâmetro do canal em L5-S1. Este estudo também pode ser útil para prever o diâmetro aproximado do canal, estimando a distância percorrida pelo paciente com sintomas de EEL e vice-versa.
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Pilot Projects , Patients , Spinal StenosisABSTRACT
Objective@#This pilot human trial demonstrates the ability of the investigational newborn hearing screening device to provide acoustic stimulation to produce evoked potentials, as well as its ability to capture and acquire auditory evoked potentials, especially the auditory brainstem response (ABR) wave V. This pilot study also demonstrates the ease of recognizing and identifying ABR waves in the graphical presentation of the evoked potentials over time. @*Methods@#Fourteen normal-hearing adults or a total of twenty-eight (28) normal-hearing adult ears underwent auditory brainstem response testing using the investigational hearing screening device. A commercially available auditory brainstem response detection device was used to confirm that the acquired ABR waves of the investigational device are normal. The ABR waves displayed by the investigation device were also reviewed by the clinical audiologists to determine their recognizability and identifiability. @*Results@#The pilot trial demonstrates the ability of the investigational newborn hearing screening device in providing acoustic stimulation to produce evoked potentials, and in acquiring and capturing ABR waves, specifically the wave V, among normal-hearing adult ears. The clinical audiologists recognized and identified the ABR wave V among the evoked potentials at 40dB, 60dB, and 80dB acoustic stimulation. About eighty-nine percent (89.2%) of all ears tested had identifiable and recognizable wave V upon acoustic stimulation at 40dB. @*Conclusion@#The investigational hearing screening device: (1) can provide acoustic stimulation to produce evoked potentials, (2) can accurately capture and acquire these evoked potentials, (3) can present these evoked potentials in a voltage per time graphical display which an audiologist and trained HCP can easily read and interpret (diagnostic ABR), and (4) can present wave V auditory brainstem potentials that can be easily identified by an audiologist and trained HCP (screening ABR).
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Infant, Newborn , Acoustics , Pilot ProjectsABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES@#To study the effect of early use of sodium valproate on neuroinflammation after traumatic brain injury (TBI).@*METHODS@#A total of 45 children who visited in Xuzhou Children's Hospital Affiliated to Xuzhou Medical University from August 2021 to August 2022 were enrolled in this prospective study, among whom 15 healthy children served as the healthy control group, and 30 children with TBI were divided into a sodium valproate treatment group and a conventional treatment group using a random number table (n=15 each). The children in the sodium valproate treatment group were given sodium valproate in addition to conventional treatment, and those in the conventional group were given an equal volume of 5% glucose solution in addition to conventional treatment. The serum concentrations of nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3), high-mobility group box 1 (HMGB1), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and interleukin-1β (IL-1β) were measured in the healthy control group on the day of physical examination and in the children with TBI on days 1, 3, and 5 after admission. Glasgow Outcome Scale-Extended (GOS-E) score was evaluated for the children with TBI 2 months after discharge.@*RESULTS@#Compared with the healthy control group, the children with TBI had significantly higher serum concentrations of NLRP3, HMGB1, TNF-α, and IL-1β on day 1 after admission (P<0.017). The concentration of NLRP3 on day 5 after admission was significantly higher than that on days 1 and 3 after admission in the children with TBI (P<0.017). On days 3 and 5 after admission, the sodium valproate treatment group had a significantly lower concentration of NLRP3 than the conventional treatment group (P<0.05). For the conventional treatment group, there was no significant difference in the concentration of HMGB1 on days 1, 3, and 5 after admission (P>0.017), while for the sodium valproate treatment group, the concentration of HMGB1 on day 5 after admission was significantly lower than that on days 1 and 3 after admission (P<0.017). On day 5 after admission, the sodium valproate treatment group had a significantly lower concentration of HMGB1 than the conventional treatment group (P<0.05). For the children with TBI, the concentration of TNF-α on day 1 after admission was significantly lower than that on days 3 and 5 after admission (P<0.017). On days 3 and 5 after admission, the sodium valproate treatment group had a significantly lower concentration of TNF-α than the conventional treatment group (P<0.05). The concentration of IL-1β on day 3 after admission was significantly lower than that on days 1 and 5 after admission (P<0.017) in the children with TBI. On days 3 and 5 after admission, the sodium valproate treatment group had a significantly lower concentration of IL-1β than the conventional treatment group (P<0.05). The GOS-E score was significantly higher in the sodium valproate treatment group than that in the conventional treatment group 2 months after discharge (P<0.05).@*CONCLUSIONS@#Early use of sodium valproate can reduce the release of neuroinflammatory factors and improve the prognosis of children with TBI.
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Child , Humans , Valproic Acid/therapeutic use , HMGB1 Protein , Pilot Projects , Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha , Neuroinflammatory Diseases , NLR Family, Pyrin Domain-Containing 3 Protein , Prospective Studies , Brain Injuries, Traumatic/pathologyABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE@#To observe the effects of Tiaoshen (regulating the spirit) acupuncture on cognitive function and sleep quality in patients with primary insomnia (PI).@*METHODS@#Sixty patients with PI were randomly divided into an observation group (30 cases, 2 cases dropped off) and a control group (30 cases, 2 cases dropped off, 1 case was excluded). The patients in the observation group were treated with acupuncture at Baihui (GV 20), Shenting (GV 24), Sishencong (EX-HN 1), and bilateral Benshen (GB 13), Shenmen (HT 7), Neiguan (PC 6), Sanyinjiao (SP 6). The patients in the control group were treated with shallow needling at non-effective points. Each treatment was provided for 30 min, once every other day, 3 treatments per week for 4 weeks. The Montreal cognitive assessment (MoCA), digit span test (DST), trail making test (TMT)-A, Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI), and fatigue scale-14 (FS-14) were used to assess cognitive function and sleep quality before and after treatment, as well as in follow-up of 4-week after treatment completion. Correlation analysis was conducted between the differences in PSQI scores and differences in MoCA scores before and after treatment in the observation group.@*RESULTS@#Compared with before treatment, the total score, visuospatial and executive function score and delayed memory score of MoCA as well as DST backward score were increased (P<0.01), while TMT-A time, PSQI and FS-14 scores were significantly reduced (P<0.01) after treatment and in follow-up in the observation group. Compared with before treatment, the PSQI score in the control group was reduced (P<0.01, P<0.05). After treatment and in follow-up, the observation group had significantly higher total score, visuospatial and executive function score, delayed memory score of MoCA, and DST backward score compared to the control group (P<0.05, P<0.01). In the observation group, the TMT-A time was significantly shorter than that in the control group (P<0.05, P<0.01), and the PSQI and FS-14 scores were significantly lower than those in the control group (P<0.01). In the observation group, there was a negative correlation between the difference in PSQI scores (post-treatment minus pre-treatment) and the difference in MoCA scores (post-treatment minus pre-treatment) (r=-0.481, P<0.01). A similar negative correlation was found between the difference in PSQI scores (follow-up minus pre-treatment) and the difference in MoCA scores (follow-up minus pre-treatment) (r=-0.282, P<0.05).@*CONCLUSION@#Tiaoshen acupuncture could improve cognitive function, enhance sleep quality, and alleviate daytime fatigue in patients with PI. The improvement in cognitive function in patients with PI is correlated with the improvement in sleep quality.
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Humans , Pilot Projects , Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders/therapy , Acupuncture Therapy , Cognition , FatigueABSTRACT
Objective: To explore the feasibility of endoscopic hand-suturing (EHS) for rectal defects closure after endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), and the clinical practicability of EHS combined with titanium clips. Methods: This is a prospective study performed by two experienced endoscopists from the Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences who had received EHS training in sixporcine gastric ESD defects in vivo before the study. From December 2022 to February 2022, 20 patients with rectal mucosal lesions or submucosal diseases underwent ESD. Then EHS combined with titanium clips was adopted to close the rectal ESD defects. Specifically, we first sutured the defects as much as possible through EHS, then use titanium clips to fix the tail of the suture, and finally use additional titanium clips to close the residual parts of the defects that cannot be sutured. The main observational indicators were complete closure of the wound and delayed bleeding within one month after surgery. Results: In the 20 rectal cases, the size of defects ranged from 2.2 to 3.6 cm, with a median of 2.7 cm. All cases achieved complete closure without delayed bleeding, of which 12 (60.0%) were completely sutured with EHS and 8 (40.0%) required additional titanium clips to achieve complete closure after suturing. Conclusion: EHS technique is feasible and safe for rectum. EHS combined with titanium clips can also effectively close the rectal ESD defects, prevent postoperative delayed bleeding, and may be easier to be implemented in clinical practice.
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Humans , Rectum/surgery , Endoscopic Mucosal Resection/methods , Pilot Projects , Titanium , Prospective Studies , Surgical Instruments , Sutures , Treatment Outcome , Retrospective StudiesABSTRACT
Objective: To explore the feasibility of endoscopic hand-suturing (EHS) for rectal defects closure after endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), and the clinical practicability of EHS combined with titanium clips. Methods: This is a prospective study performed by two experienced endoscopists from the Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences who had received EHS training in sixporcine gastric ESD defects in vivo before the study. From December 2022 to February 2022, 20 patients with rectal mucosal lesions or submucosal diseases underwent ESD. Then EHS combined with titanium clips was adopted to close the rectal ESD defects. Specifically, we first sutured the defects as much as possible through EHS, then use titanium clips to fix the tail of the suture, and finally use additional titanium clips to close the residual parts of the defects that cannot be sutured. The main observational indicators were complete closure of the wound and delayed bleeding within one month after surgery. Results: In the 20 rectal cases, the size of defects ranged from 2.2 to 3.6 cm, with a median of 2.7 cm. All cases achieved complete closure without delayed bleeding, of which 12 (60.0%) were completely sutured with EHS and 8 (40.0%) required additional titanium clips to achieve complete closure after suturing. Conclusion: EHS technique is feasible and safe for rectum. EHS combined with titanium clips can also effectively close the rectal ESD defects, prevent postoperative delayed bleeding, and may be easier to be implemented in clinical practice.