Prevalence of bruxism among college students: what are the associated factors? A cross-sectional study

Evaluate the prevalence of bruxism and to analyze what are the possible associated factors with this condition in students of a Brazilian university. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study, with a sample of 230 students randomly selected among undergraduate courses at a university center. The dependent variable was the presence of awake bruxism and sleep bruxism. The independent variables were sociodemographic factors, smoking, alcohol consumption, oral habits and stress perception (Perceived Stress Scale- PSS 14). Descriptive statistics and bivariate analysis were used. Results: The prevalence of awake bruxism was 28.7% and was associated with the independent variables: course (degree program), gum chewing habits, chin hand placing, facedown sleeping and one-side biting. Sleep bruxism had a 7.0% prevalence and displayed association with gum chewing, pens/pencils/objects biting, tongue/lips/cheeks biting, nails biting and one-side biting. Perceived stress was not associated with either type of bruxism. Conclusion: Bruxism has an important prevalence among university students, especially when distinguishing between awake bruxism and sleep bruxism

Allergic Reactions in Orthodontic Patients: A Review

ABSTRACT: Allergic reactions are host immune responses to endogenous or exogenous antigens, which can result in local and systemic problems. Among the main allergens are the dental materials used in orthodontics, which faces some challenges with regard to biocompatibility with oral tissues.This study aimed to analyze in the literature which materials used in orthodontics are related to the appearance of oral and perioral allergic reactions, as well as to investigate the most prevalen t manifestations.An integrative review was carried out with articles published between 2010 and 2020 on the PubMed, Embase, and ScienceDirect on-line database. For this, MeSH descriptors and synonyms were used following two semantic fields: "Hypersensitivity" in association with "Orthodontic Appliances", the selection of studies counted with the stages of identifica tion, screening, eligibility and inclusion. Randomized clinical trials, cross-sectional or cohort clinical trials; Patients with alle rgic reactions affecting the oral or perioral region due to contact with orthodontic material, were included in the review.From a to tal of 549 articles only 04 were selected for the study. In accordance with what has been analyzed in the evidence of these studies, periodontal changes such as gingival inflammation as well as erythema, edema, papules and blisters were the main reactions described. Furthermore, in all articles there was an association with nickel and in only one with chromium. It is possible to i nfer that inflammatory lesions are frequent manifestations on the use of nickel in orthodontic patients.

RESUMEN: Las reacciones alérgicas son respuestas inmunes del huésped a antígenos endógenos o exógenos, los cuales pueden provocar problemas locales y sistémicos. Entre los principales alérgenos se encuentran los materiales dentales utilizados en la ortodoncia, la cual se enfrenta a algunos desafíos respecto a la biocompatibilidad de los tejidos orales. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar en la literatura que materiales utilizados en ortodoncia están relacionados con la aparición de reacciones alérgicas orales y periorales, así como investigar las manifestaciones más prevalentes. Se llevó a cabo una revisión con artículos publicados entre 2010 y 2020 en las bases de datos PubMed, Embase y ScienceDirect. Para ello, se utilizaron descriptores y sinónimos de MeSH siguiendo dos campos semánticos: "Hipersensibilidad" en asociación con "Aparatos de Ortodoncia", la selección de estudios contó con las etapas de identificación, cribado, elegibilidad e inclusión. Ensayos clínicos aleatorizados, ensayos clínicos transversales o de cohortes; en la revisión se incluyeron pacientes con reacciones alérgicas que afectaron a la regiones oral o perioral debido al contacto con material de ortodoncia. De un total de 549 artículos sólo cuatro fueron seleccionados para el estudio. De acuerdo con lo que se analizó en la evidencia, las principales reacciones descritas fueron cambios periodontales, como inflamación gingival, eritema, edema, pápulas y ampollas. Además, en todos los artículos hubo una asociación con níquel y solamente en uno con cromo. Es posible inferir que las lesiones inflamatorias son manifestaciones frecuentes sobre el uso de níquel en pacientes de ortodoncia.

Hábitos associados à mordida aberta anterior em crianças: uma revisão integrativa / Habits associated to preceding open bite in children: an integrative revie

Objetivo: Analisar na literatura quais são os hábitos associados à mordida aberta anterior em crianças. Métodos: Realizou-se uma pesquisa bibliográfica referente aos artigos publicados de 2015 a 2020 nos bancos de dados on-line PubMed, Embase, SciELO, LILACS e BBO utilizando descritores e sinônimos MeSH, DeCS e Emtree com as seguintes etapas: identificação, triagem, elegibilidade e inclusão. Foram incluídos estudos observacionais, transversais ou de coorte, e artigos que demonstrassem hábitos associados à mordida aberta anterior em crianças de 2 a 12 anos de idade. Relatos de caso, revisões da literatura e outros tipos de estudos que não estavam de acordo com os critérios foram excluídos. Os artigos foram analisados por dois pesquisadores independentes e os estudos selecionados foram avaliados quanto à qualidade metodológica. Resultados: De um total de 462 artigos encontrados apenas 9 foram selecionados para o estudo. Desses, 8 (88,9%) apresentaram alta ou moderada qualidade metodológica, sendo apenas 1 (11,1%), dentre os artigos, de baixa qualidade. Mediante à análise dos estudos inclusos, observou-se que a manutenção de hábitos orais como sucção digital (66,6% dos artigos) e de chupeta (77,7%), bem como uso de mamadeira (33,3%) e duração do tempo de aleitamento materno (22,2%) pode ocasionar alterações na oclusão, fala, respiração, crescimento craniofacial, afetando diretamente a qualidade de vida da criança. Conclusão:Uma vez que a infância é a fase adequada para a implementação de novos hábitos saudáveis e tratamentos, é imprescindível que o cirurgião-dentista conheça essa associação, e adote medidas terapêuticas e preventivas.

Aim: To perform an analysis of in the literature regarding which habits are associated with anterior open bite in children. Methods:This was a bibliographic study conducted using articles published from 2015 to 2020 in the PubMed, Embase, SciELO, LILACS, and BBO online databases, using MeSH, DeCS, and Emtree descriptors and synonyms with the following steps: identification, screening, eligibility, and inclusion. Observational, cross-sectional, or cohort studies, as well as and articles demonstrating habits associated with anterior open bite in children aged 2 to 12 years, were included. Case reports, literature reviews, and other types of studies that were not in accordance with the criteria were excluded. The articles were evaluated by two independent researchers, and the selected studies were evaluated for methodological quality. Results:Of a total of 462 articles found, only nine were selected for the study. Of these, eight (88.9%) presented high or moderate methodological quality, with only 1 (11.1%) of the articles presenting a low quality. Through the analysis of the included studies, it was observed that the maintenance of oral habits, such as finger sucking (66.6% of the articles) and pacifiers (77.7%), as well as the use of a bottle (33.3%) and the duration of breastfeeding time (22.2%), may cause changes in occlusion, speech, breathing, and craniofacial growth, directly affecting the child's quality of life. Conclusion: Since childhood is the appropriate phase for the implementation of new healthy habits and treatments, it is essential for the dentist to understand this association and adopt therapeutic and preventive measures.

Etiologia e fatores associados à halitose: uma revisão integrativa da literatura / Etiology and factors associated with halitosis: an integrative literature review

Objetivo: avaliar quais as possíveis causas e quais são os fatores associados ao surgimento da halitose. Métodos: foi realizada uma revisão nos bancos de dados PubMed e SciELO, utilizando os descritores e sinônimos MeSH organizados em lógica booleana: 'Halitosis' AND 'Risk Factors' OR 'Association' OR 'Etiologies', com as seguintes etapas: identificação dos artigos, triagem, elegibilidade e inclusão. Apenas artigos publicados entre os anos de 2015-2020, ensaios clínicos randomizados, estudos transversais ou de coorte foram incluídos na revisão. Foram excluídos protocolos de estudos e os artigos que não estavam nos critérios e objetivo desta revisão. Resultados: de 240 artigos encontrados, 22 foram inclusos. Desses, 50% demonstraram que a falta ou a deficiência dos hábitos de higiene oral se relacionam com a halitose. Ainda, 40,9% deles se referem à saburra lingual como um forte fator etiológico e 36,4% demonstram que a doença periodontal está diretamente associada com o mau hálito. Além disso, em relação a outras condições locais e sistêmicas, xerostomia (13,6%), doença gastrointestinal e refluxo laringofaríngeo (9,1%), rinite e diabetes (4,5%) também demonstraram associação. Considerações finais: a halitose pode estar associada com higiene bucal, saburra lingual, doença periodontal, alguns hábitos e quadros sistêmicos.(AU)

Objective: to evaluate the possible causes and what are the factors associated with the onset of halitosis. Methods: a review was performed in the PubMed and SciELO databases, using the descriptors and synonyms MeSH organized in Boolean logic: 'Halitosis' AND 'Risk Factors' OR 'Association' OR 'Etiologies', with the following steps: identification of articles, screening, eligibility and inclusion. Only articles published between 2015- 2020; randomized clinical trials; cross-sectional or cohort studies were included in the review. Study protocols and articles that were not in the criteria and objective of this review were excluded. Results: Of 240 articles found, 22 were included. Of those, 50% showed that the lack or deficiency of oral hygiene habits are related to halitosis. Furthermore, 40.9% of them refer to tongue coating as a strong etiological factor and 36.4% demonstrate that periodontal disease is directly associated with bad breath. Moreover, in relation to other local and systemic conditions, xerostomia (13.6%), gastrointestinal disease and laryngeal reflux (9.1%), rhinitis and diabetes (4.5%) also demonstrated an association. Final considerations: Halitosis may be associated with oral hygiene, lingualcoating, periodontal disease, some habits and systemic conditions.(AU)

Multiple sclerosis has a distinct lipid signature in plasma and cerebrospinal fluid / Esclerose múltipla tem uma assinatura lipídica distinta no plasma e no líquido cefalorraquiano

ABSTRACT The diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) has changed over the last decade, but remains a composite of clinical assessment and magnetic resonance imaging to prove dissemination of lesions in time and space. The intrathecal synthesis of immunoglobulin may be a nonspecific marker and there are no plasma biomarkers that are useful in the diagnosis of MS, presenting additional challenges to their early detection. Methods We performed a preliminary untargeted qualitative lipidomics mass spectrometry analysis, comparing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and plasma samples from patients with MS, other inflammatory neurological diseases and idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Results Lipid identification revealed that fatty acids and sphingolipids were the most abundant classes of lipids in the CSF and that glycerolipids and fatty acids were the main class of lipids in the plasma of patients with MS. The area under the curve was 0.995 (0.912-1) and 0.78 (0.583-0.917), respectively. The permutation test indicated that this ion combination was useful for distinguishing MS from other inflammatory diseases (p < 0.001 and 0.055, respectively). Conclusion This study concluded that the CSF and plasma from patients with MS bear a unique lipid signature that can be useful as a diagnostic biomarker.

RESUMO Embora o diagnóstico da EM tenha se modificado na última década, ainda tem como requisito básico a demonstração da disseminação no tempo e no espaço, através do quadro clínico e do exame de ressonância magnética. A síntese intratecal de imunoglobulina pode ser um marcador inespecífico e não há biomarcadores plasmáticos que sejam úteis no diagnóstico da EM, impondo desafios à sua detecção precoce. Métodos Realizamos uma análise lipidômica preliminar por espectrometria de massas, não direcionada, qualitativa, comparando amostras de LCR e plasma de pacientes com EM, outras doenças neurológicas inflamatórias e hipertensão intracraniana idiopática (HII). Resultados A identificação lipídica revelou que os ácidos graxos e esfingolipídios foram as classes mais abundantes de lipídios no LCR e que glicerolipídios e ácidos graxos foram a principal classe de lipídios no plasma de pacientes com EM. A AUC foi de 0,995 (0,912-1) e 0,78 (0,583-0,917), respectivamente. O teste de permutação indicou que essa combinação de íons foi útil para distinguir a EM de outras doenças inflamatórias (p < 0,001 e 0,055, respectivamente). Conclusão Este estudo sugere que o líquido cefalorraquidiano (LCR) e o plasma de pacientes com EM possuem uma assinatura lipídica única, pode ser útil como um biomarcador diagnóstico.

Estudo de biomarcadores lipídicos em pacientes portadores com pólipos e câncer colorretal / Study of lipid biomarkers of patients with polyps and colorectal câncer

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the leading causes of cancer worldwide. Early diagnostic methods using serum biomarkers are required. The study of omics, most recently lipidomics, has the purpose of analyzing lipids for a better understanding of human lipidoma. The evolution of mass spectrometry methods, such as MALDI-MS technology, has enabled the detection and identification of a wide variety of lipids with great potential to open new avenues for predictive and preventive medicine. OBJECTIVE: To determine the lipid profile of patients with colorectal cancer and polyps. METHODS: Patients with stage I-III CRC, adenomatous polyps and individuals with normal colonoscopy were selected. All patients underwent peripheral blood collection for lipid extraction. The samples were analyzed by MALDI-MS technique for lipid identification. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS: Univariate and multivariate (principal component analysis [PCA] and discriminant analysis by partial least squares [PLS-DA]) analyses workflows were applied to the dataset, using MetaboAnalyst 3.0 software. The ions were identified according to the class of lipids using the online database Lipid Maps (http://www.lipidmaps.org). RESULTS: We included 88 individuals, 40 with CRC, 12 with polyps and 32 controls. Boxplot analysis showed eight VIP ions in the three groups. Differences were observed between the cancer and control groups, as well as between cancer and polyp, but not between polyps and control. The polyketide (810.1) was the lipid represented in cancer and overrepresented in polyp and control. Among the patients with CRC we observed differences between lipids with lymph node invasion (N1-2) compared to those without lymph node invasion (N). CONCLUSION: Possible lipid biomarkers were identified among cancer patients compared to control and polyp groups. The polyketide lipid (810.1) was the best biomarker to differentiate the cancer group from control and polyp. We found no difference between the biomarkers in the polyp group in relation to the control.

RESUMO CONTEXTO: O câncer colorretal (CCR) é, mundialmente, uma das principais causas de câncer. Métodos de diagnóstico precoce através de biomarcadores séricos são necessários. O estudo das ômicas, mais recentemente a lipidômica, tem a finalidade de analisar os lipídeos para melhor compreensão do lipidoma humano. A evolução dos métodos de espectrometria de massa, como a tecnologia por MALDI-MS, possibilitou a detecção e a identificação de uma ampla variedade de lipídeos com grande potencial para abrir novos caminhos para a medicina preditiva e preventiva. OBJETIVO: Determinar o perfil lipidômico de pacientes com câncer colorretal e pólipos. MÉTODOS: Foram selecionados pacientes com CCR estádio I-III, com pólipos adenomatosos e indivíduos com colonoscopia normal. Todos os pacientes foram submetidos a coleta do sangue periférico para extração do lipídeo. As amostras foram analisadas por técnica de MALDI-MS para a identificação dos lipídeos. ANÁLISE ESTATÍSTICA: Para análise univariada e multivariada foram utilizados a análise de componentes principais (PCA) e a análise discriminante pelos quadrados mínimos (PLS-DA). Os íons foram identificados de acordo com a classe de lipídeos usando-se o Lipid Maps (http://www.lipidmaps.org). RESULTADOS: Foram incluídos 88 indivíduos, 40 com CCR, 12 com pólipos e 32 controles. A análise de boxbolt evidenciou oito íons VIP nos três grupos. Observou-se diferenças entre os grupos câncer e controle, assim como entre câncer e pólipo, mas não entre pólipos e controle. O policetídeo (810,1) foi o lipídeo hipo-representado no câncer e hiperrepresentado no pólipo e controle. Entre os pacientes com CCR observamos diferenças entre os lipídeos com invasão linfonodal (N1-2) comparados aos sem invasão linfonodal (N0). CONCLUSÃO: Foram identificados possíveis biomarcadores lipídicos entre os pacientes com câncer comparados aos grupos controle e pólipo. O lipídeo policetídeo (810,1) foi o melhor biomarcador para diferenciar o grupo câncer do controle e pólipo. Não encontramos diferença entre os biomarcadores no grupo pólipo em relação ao controle.

Expression of tumor suppressors miR-195 and let-7a as potential biomarkers of invasive breast cancer

OBJECTIVE: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNAs that regulate gene expression at the posttranscriptional level. Some miRNAs, including let-7a and miR-195, have been described as tumor suppressors. However, the roles of these microRNAs in breast cancer progression remain controversial. The aim of this study is to evaluate miR-195 and let-7a expression as potential biomarkers of invasive breast cancer. METHODS: In the present study, 200 individuals were separated into three groups: (i) 72 women constituting the control group who were selected according to rigorous and well-established criteria; (ii) 56 patients with benign breast tumors; and (iii) 72 patients with malignant breast cancers of different clinical stages. The miR-195 and let-7a expression levels in serum were evaluated by real-time PCR. The results were assessed alone and in combination, and the analysis included an estimation of sensitivity and specificity in ROC curves. RESULTS: Compared with the benign and control groups, both microRNAs were downregulated in the malignant breast cancer patient group. Compared with the malignant group, the combination of both biomarkers in the control and benign groups showed good sensitivity and specificity in the serum with AUCs of 0.75 and 0.72, respectively. The biomarker combination for the control group versus the malignant group exhibited a better sensitivity and specificity than for the benign group versus the malignant group. CONCLUSION: These findings support the evidence that the analysis of miR-195 and let-7a can be used as a non-invasive biomarker for breast cancer detection.

Mammographic density among indigenous women in forested areas in the state of Amapá, Brazil: a cross-sectional study / Densidade mamográfica em mulheres indígenas de áreas da floresta do estado do Amapá, Brasil: estudo transversal

ABSTRACT CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: There is no register of breast cancer cases among indigenous populations in Brazil. The objective here was to evaluate the association of clinical and demographic characteristics with mammographic density among indigenous women. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional analytical study conducted in indigenous territories in the state of Amapá, Brazil. METHODS: Women were recruited from three indigenous territories and underwent bilateral mammography and blood collection for hormonal analysis. They were interviewed with the aid of an interpreter. Mammographic density was calculated using computer assistance, and was expressed as dense or non-dense. RESULTS: A total of 137 indigenous women were included in this study, with an average age of 50.4 years, and an average age at the menarche of 12.8 years. Half (50.3%) of the 137 participants had not reached the menopause at the time of this study. The women had had an average of 8.7 children, and only two had never breastfed. The average body mass index of the population as a whole was 25.1 kg/m2. The mammographic evaluation showed that 82% of women had non-dense breasts. The clinical characteristics associated with mammographic density were age (P = 0.0001), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) (P < 0.001) and estrogen levels (P < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS: The majority of the indigenous women had non-dense breasts. Age, menopausal status and FSH and estrogen levels were associated with mammographic density.

RESUMO CONTEXTO E OBJETIVO: Não há registro de casos de câncer de mama em populações indígenas no Brasil. O objetivo foi avaliar a associação de características clínicas e demográficas com a densidade mamográfica em mulheres indígenas. TIPO DE ESTUDO E LOCAL: Estudo transversal, analítico, realizado em territórios indígenas no estado do Amapá, Brasil. MÉTODOS: Mulheres foram recrutadas de três territórios indígenas e submetidas a mamografia bilateral e a coleta de sangue para análise hormonal. As participantes foram entrevistadas com a ajuda de um intérprete. A densidade mamográfica foi calculada com assistência de computador, e expressa como densa ou não densa. RESULTADOS: 137 mulheres foram incluídas no estudo, com média de 50,4 anos e média de idade à menarca de 12,8 anos. Metade (50,3%) das 137 participantes não havia entrado na menopausa no momento do estudo. As mulheres tinham em média 8,7 filhos, e duas nunca haviam amamentado. O índice de massa corpórea médio da população como um todo foi de 25,1 kg/m2. A análise mamográfica mostrou que 82% das mulheres tinham mamas não densas. As características clínicas associadas com a densidade mamográfica foram idade (P = 0.0001), hormônio folículo-estimulante (FSH, P < 0,001) e níveis de estrogênio (P < 0,01). CONCLUSÕES: A maioria das indígenas tinha mamas não densas. Idade, status menopausal e níveis de estrógeno e FSH foram associados com a densidade mamográfica.

Hypothalamic transcriptional expression of the kisspeptin system and sex steroid receptors differs among polycystic ovary syndrome rat models with different endocrine phenotypes

OBJECTIVES: Polycystic ovary syndrome is a heterogeneous endocrine disorder that affects reproductive-age women. The mechanisms underlying the endocrine heterogeneity and neuroendocrinology of polycystic ovary syndrome are still unclear. In this study, we investigated the expression of the kisspeptin system and gonadotropin-releasing hormone pulse regulators in the hypothalamus as well as factors related to luteinizing hormone secretion in the pituitary of polycystic ovary syndrome rat models induced by testosterone or estradiol. METHODS: A single injection of testosterone propionate (1.25 mg) (n=10) or estradiol benzoate (0.5 mg) (n=10) was administered to female rats at 2 days of age to induce experimental polycystic ovary syndrome. Controls were injected with a vehicle (n=10). Animals were euthanized at 90-94 days of age, and the hypothalamus and pituitary gland were used for gene expression analysis. RESULTS: Rats exposed to testosterone exhibited increased transcriptional expression of the androgen receptor and estrogen receptor-β and reduced expression of kisspeptin in the hypothalamus. However, rats exposed to estradiol did not show any significant changes in hormone levels relative to controls but exhibited hypothalamic downregulation of kisspeptin, tachykinin 3 and estrogen receptor-α genes and upregulation of the gene that encodes the kisspeptin receptor. CONCLUSIONS: Testosterone- and estradiol-exposed rats with different endocrine phenotypes showed differential transcriptional expression of members of the kisspeptin system and sex steroid receptors in the hypothalamus. These differences might account for the different endocrine phenotypes found in testosterone- and estradiol-induced polycystic ovary syndrome rats.

Association between the p53 arginine/arginine homozygous genotype at codon 72 and human papillomavirus E6/E7 mRNA expression

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the association between p53 polymorphisms and human papillomavirus (HPV) E6/E7 mRNA expression. Methods: We analyzed 175 cervical samples from women aged 16-69 years old who were tested for HPV E6/E7 mRNA expression (NucliSENS® EasyQ® HPV). The samples were divided into three groups: positive (n = 75) those with positive HPV E6/E7 mRNA expression and positive high-risk HPV Hybrid Capture (HR-HC) test; negative (n = 52) those with negative HPV E6/E7 mRNA expression and positive HR-HC; and control (n = 48) those with negative HPV E6/E7 mRNA expression and negative HR-HC. The p53 polymorphisms at codons 11, 72, and 248 were evaluated through polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism (PCR-RFLP). Results: The frequency of the arginine/arginine homozygous genotype at codon 72 was significantly higher in the positive (49.3%) than in the negative (32.7%) and control groups (20.8%, p = 0.002*). The frequency of the arginine allele was also significantly higher in the positive (67.3%) than in the negative (53.8%) and control groups (38.5%, p < 0.001*). The arginine/arginine homozygous genotype was significantly associated with positive HPV E6/E7 mRNA expression (positive group) compared with negative and control groups (odds ratio: 2.633; 95% CI, 1.399-4.954, p = 0.003). The frequency of arginine/arginine homozygous genotype at codon 72 remained significantly more frequent in the positive group of women aged ≥30 years than in the other two groups. Conclusion: The presence of the p53 arginine/arginine homozygous genotype at codon 72 was significantly associated with the positive HPV E6/E7 mRNA expression.

High Risk HPV E6/E7 Oncoprotein Expression in Women with High Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion / Expressão de oncoproteinas E6/e7 do HPV de alto risco em Mulheres com Lesão Intraepitelial Escamosa de alto grau

Purpose To correlate the expression of high-risk HPV E6 mRNA with pap smear, colposcopy, and biopsy results in women with high grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL). Methods A cross-sectional study was performed on women referred for primary care services after cytological diagnosis of HSIL. We evaluated the expression of E6/E7 mRNA of HPV types 16,18,31,33, and 45 and correlated the results with those of Pap smear, colposcopy, and biopsy. For amplification/detection of mRNA E6 / E7 we used NucliSENSEasyQ kit to detect HPV mRNA by polymerase chain reaction with primers/ probes for HPV types 16, 18, 31, 33, and 45. Results Out of 128 valid tests, the results of 30 (23.4%) tests were negative and 98 (70%) tests were positive. Only one type of HPV was detected in 87.7% of the E6/E7 mRNA positive cases. HPV16 was detected in 61.2% of the cases, followed by HPV33 (26.5%), HPV31 (17.3%), HPV18 (10%), and HPV45 (4.08%). Pap smear tests revealed that the E6/E7 test was positive in 107 (83.8%) women with atypical squamous cells - high grade (ASC-H), HSIL, or higher. The E6/E7 test was positive in 69 (57.5%) specimens presenting negative cytology results. When analyzing the association with colposcopy results, the frequency of positive E6/E7 results increased with the severity of the injury, ranging from 57.1% in women without colposcopy-detected injury to 86.5% in those with higher levels of colposcopy findings. Of the 111 women who underwent biopsy and E6/E7 testing, the E6/E7 test was positive in 84.7% of the women who presented with lesions of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) grade 2 or higher. Finally, 41.2% of women with a negative biopsy presented a positive E6/E7 test. Conclusions E6/E7mRNA expression was higher in women with HSIL and CIN grade 2 or higher.

Objetivo Correlacionar a expressão mRNAE6/E7 do HPV de alto risco com os exames de Papanicolau, colposcopia e biópsia em mulheres com lesão intraepitelial escamosa de alto grau (HSIL). Métodos Estudo transversal com mulheres encaminhadas aos serviços de atenção primária com diagnóstico citológico de HSIL. Foi avaliada a expressão do mRNAE6/E7 dos tipos de HPV 16,18,31,33 e 45, correlacionando-se a expressão com os exames de Papanicolau, colposcopia e biópsia. Para a amplificação/detecção demRNA de E6/E7 foi usado o kit NucliSENS EasyQ(r) HPV que detecta mRNA do HPV por meio da reação em cadeia da polimerase com primers/probes HPV dos tipos 16, 18, 31, 33 e 45. Resultados Foram obtidos 128 testes válidos. Destes: 30 (23,4%) foram negativos e 98 (70%) dos testes foram positivos. Foi encontrado apenas um tipo de HPV em 87,7% dos positivos. O HPV16 foi omais encontrado em61,2%, seguido pelos HPV33 (26,5%); HPV31 (17,34%); HPV 18 (10,0%) e HPV (45 4,0%). Quanto ao exame de Papanicolau, o teste E6/E7 foi positivo em 107 (83,8%) das mulheres com ASC-H, HSIL ou superior, enquanto em citologia negativa foi encontrado um resultado positivo em 69 (57,5%) colposcopia. A frequência de teste E6/E7 positivo aumentou com a gravidade da lesão, detectada na colposcopia variando de 57,1% em mulheres sem lesão identificada em colposcopia até 86,5% naqueles com achado de colposcopia de grau maior. Das 111 mulheres que se submeteram a biópsia e o teste E6/E7, o teste foi positivo em 84,7% das que apresentaramlesão igual ou superior a NIC 2 (neoplasia intraepitelial cervical) e 41,2% daqueles com biópsia negativa. Conclusões A expressão de E6, E7 RNAm ocorreu commaior frequência emlesões de alto grau citológica e em casos com biópsias de NIC2 ou maior.

Genetic analysis and cAMP measurement: comparison between lean and obese anovulating mice / Análise genética e dosagem de AMP cíclico: comparação entre camundongos fêmeas anovuladoras magras e obesas

PURPOSE: To evaluate genes differentially expressed in ovaries from lean (wild type) and obese (ob/ob) female mice and cyclic AMP production in both groups. METHODS: The expression on messenger RNA levels of 84 genes concerning obesity was analyzed through the PCR array, and cyclic AMP was quantified by the enzyme immunoassay method. RESULTS: The most downregulated genes in the Obesity Group included adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide type 1, somatostatin, apolipoprotein A4, pancreatic colipase, and interleukin-1 beta. The mean decrease in expression levels of these genes was around 96, 40, 9, 4.2 and 3.6-fold, respectively. On the other hand, the most upregulated genes in the Obesity Group were receptor (calcitonin) activity-modifying protein 3, peroxisome proliferator activated receptor alpha, calcitonin receptor, and corticotropin-releasing hormone receptor 1. The increase means in the expression levels of such genes were 2.3, 2.7, 4.8 and 6.3-fold, respectively. The ovarian cyclic AMP production was significantly higher in ob/ob female mice (2,229±52 fMol) compared to the Control Group (1,814±45 fMol). CONCLUSIONS: Obese and anovulatory female mice have reduced reproductive hormone levels and altered ovogenesis. Several genes have their expression levels altered when leptin is absent, especially adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide type 1. .

OBJETIVO: Avaliar os genes diferencialmente expressos em ovários de camundongos fêmeas magras (tipo selvagem) e obesas (ob/ob) e a produção de AMP cíclico em ambos os grupos. MÉTODOS: A expressão nos níveis de RNA mensageiro de 84 genes relacionados à obesidade foi analisada por PCR Array, e o AMP cíclico foi quantificado por método imunoenzimático. RESULTADOS: Os genes que mais sofreram diminuição da expressão no Grupo Obesidade incluíram o tipo 1 de polipeptídeo ativador da adenilato ciclase, o da somatostatina, da apolipoproteína A4, da colipase pancreática e da beta interleucina 1. A média de redução na expressão desses genes foi de aproximadamente 96, 40, 9, 4,2 e 3,6 vezes, respectivamente. Por outro lado, os genes que mais tiveram aumento na expressão no Grupo Obesidade foram o gene da proteína modificadora da atividade do receptor de calcitonina 3, do proliferador de peroxissomos ativados por proteína alfa, do receptor de calcitonina e do receptor para hormônio liberador de corticotropinas 1. As médias de acréscimo nos níveis de expressão de tais genes foram de 2,3, 2,7, 4,8 e 6,3 vezes, respectivamente. A produção de AMP cíclico ovariana foi significantemente aumentada em camundongos fêmeas ob/ob (2.229±52 fMol) quando comparada ao Grupo Controle (1.814±45 fMol). CONCLUSÕES: Camundongos fêmeas obesas e anovuladoras possuem níveis de hormônio reprodutivo reduzidos e ovulogênese alterada. Vários genes mostram níveis de expressão alterados quando a leptina está ausente, principalmente o tipo 1 de polipeptídeo ativador da adenilato ciclase. .

Prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in female athletes in São Paulo, Brazil / Prevalência de doenças sexualmente transmissíveis em mulheres atletas na cidade de São Paulo, Brasil

Objective : To determine the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in female athletes. Methods : An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted including 50 female athletes with mean age of 20±3 years. Colposcopy, pap smear, and polymerase chain reaction for Chlamydia trachomatis, human papillomavirus and Neisseria gonorrhoeae were performed. Blood samples were collected to test for the human immunodeficiency virus, syphilis, hepatitis B and C. The athletes presenting clinical diseases or conditions identifiable by laboratory tests were treated and followed up in the unit. Results : Forty-six percent of the participants were unaware of sexually transmitted diseases. The prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases among athletes was 48% (24 cases). Human papillomavirus was the most frequent agent (44%). Considering the human papillomavirus genotypes, subtype 16 was the most prevalent (53%), followed by 11-6 (22%) and 18 (13%). Two athletes tested positive for C. trachomatis. There were no cases diagnosed of infection by N. gonorrhoeae, syphilis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human immunodeficiency virus. However, only 26 athletes had been vaccinated for hepatitis B. Conclusion : The prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in female athletes was high. Primary prevention measures (hepatitis B and human papillomavirus vaccination) and secondary (serology, pap smears) must be offered to this specific group of women. The matter should be further approached in sports. .

Objetivo : Determinar a prevalência de doenças sexualmente transmissíveis em mulheres atletas. Métodos : Estudo observacional, de corte transversal, que incluiu 50 mulheres atletas com idade média de 20±3 anos. Realizaram-se colposcopia, coleta de colpocitologia oncótica cérvico-vaginal e pesquisa para Chlamydia trachomatis, papilomavírus humano e Neisseria gonorrhoeae, pelo método do reação de cadeia de polimerase. Amostras de sangue foram obtidas para pesquisa de vírus da imunodeficiência humana, sífilis, hepatite B e C. As atletas que apresentaram doenças clínicas ou laboratorialmente identificáveis receberam tratamento e acompanhamento no serviço. Resultados : Dentre as participantes, 46% relataram desconhecimento acerca das doenças sexualmente transmissíveis. A frequência de doenças sexualmente transmissíveis nas atletas foi de 48% (24 casos). Isoladamente, o papilomavírus humano foi o agente mais frequente (44%). Considerando o tipo de genótipo do papilomavírus humano, o subtipo 16 foi o mais prevalente (53%), seguido do 6-11 (22%) e do 18 (13%). Duas atletas tiveram resultado positivo para C. trachomatis. Não foi diagnosticado nenhum caso de infecção por N. gonorrhoeae, sífilis, hepatite B, hepatite C e vírus da imunodeficiência humana. Contudo, somente 26 atletas haviam sido vacinadas para hepatite B. Conclusão : A prevalência de doenças sexualmente transmissíveis em mulheres atletas foi elevada. Medidas de prevenção primária (vacinação para hepatite B e papilomavírus humano) e secundária (sorologias e colpocitologia) devem ser fornecidas a esse grupo específico de mulheres. O assunto deve ser abordado no meio desportivo. .

Frequencies of interleukin-6, GST and progesterone receptor gene polymorphisms in postmenopausal women with low bone mineral density / Frequência do polimorfismo da interleucina-6, GST, e dos receptores de progesterona em mulheres na pós-menopausa com baixa densidade mineral óssea

CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mineral density (BMD). Studies have shown that some of the genetic components relating to lower BMD may be detected by polymorphisms. Our aim was to evaluate the frequencies of interleukin-6, GST and progesterone receptor gene polymorphisms in postmenopausal women with low BMD. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional study, conducted in a public university in São Paulo, Brazil. METHODS : We evaluated interleukin-6 (IL-6), progesterone receptor gene (PROGINS) and glutathione S-transferase (GST) polymorphisms in 110 postmenopausal women with no previous use of hormone therapy. Tests were performed using DNA-PCR, from oral scrapings. We used Student's t-test and a logistic regression model for statistical analysis. RESULTS : Regarding IL-6 polymorphism, 58.2% of the patients were homozygotes (GG) and 41.8% had allele C (heterozygote or mutant homozygote + GC or CC). PROGINS genotype polymorphism was absent in 79% (wild homozygote or P1/P1) and present in 20.9% (heterozygote or P1/P2). Regarding GSTM1 polymorphism, the allele (1/1) was present in 72.7% of the patients and was absent in 27.3%. We found that IL-6 polymorphism had statistically significant correlations with the L2-L4 T-score (P = 0.032) and with BMD (P = 0.005). Women with IL-6 polymorphism were 2.3 times more likely to have a L2-L4 T-score of less than -1, compared with those not presenting this polymorphism. CONCLUSION: IL-6 gene polymorphism was correlated with low BMD, whereas the PROGINS and GSTM1 polymorphisms did not show any correlation. .

CONTEXTO E OBJETIVO: A osteoporose é uma desordem esquelética caracterizada por baixa densidade mineral óssea. Estudos têm demonstrado que alguns componentes genéticos relacionados com a menor densidade mineral óssea podem ser detectados por polimorfismos. Nosso objetivo foi avaliar a presença do polimorfismo de genes em mulheres pós-menopáusicas com baixa densidade mineral óssea. TIPO DE ESTUDO E LOCAL: Estudo transversal, conduzido em universidade pública em São Paulo, Brasil. MÉTODOS: Avaliamos os polimorfismos relacionados à interleucina-6 (IL-6), o gene receptor de progesterona (PROGINS) e glutationa S-transferase (GST) em 110 mulheres na pós-menopausa sem terapia hormonal prévia. Os testes foram realizados com DNA-PCR a partir de raspados orais. Foram utilizados teste t de Student e modelo de regressão logística para análise estatística. RESULTADOS: Em relação ao polimorfismo IL-6, 58,2% dos pacientes eram homozigotos (GG) e 41,8% tinham o alelo C (heterozigoto ou homozigoto mutante + GC ou CC). Nos genótipos do polimorfismo PROGINS, 79% estavam ausentes (homozigoto selvagem ou P1/P1) e 20,9% presentes (heterozigoto ou P1/P2). No polimorfismo do GSTM1, o alelo (1/1) estava presente em 72,7% dos pacientes e ausente em 27,3%. Encontramos significância estatística entre o polimorfismo genético da IL-6 com o T-score de L2-L4 (P = 0,032) e a densidade mineral óssea (P = 0,005). As mulheres com polimorfismo da IL-6 tiveram 2,3 vezes mais chance de ter menos de -1 na L2-L4 T-score, quando comparadas às não portadoras. CONCLUSÃO: O polimorfismo do gene da IL-6 está correlacionado com baixa densidade mineral óssea, enquanto os polimorfismos GSTM1 e PROGINS não mostraram correlação. .

Keratinocyte growth factor, tumor necrosis factor-alpha and interleukin-1 beta gene expression in cultured fibroblasts and keratinocytes from burned patients

PURPOSE: To evaluate the gene expression of KGF, TNF-alpha and IL-1 beta in skin fibroblasts and keratinocytes cultured from burned patients. METHODS: Three patients with large burns and three patients with small burns, as well as two controls, were included. The cell culture was initiated by the enzymatic method. After extraction and purification of mRNA, qPCR was used to assess the gene expression of KGF, TNF-alpha and IL-1 beta. RESULTS: The expression of KGF was increased on average 220-fold in large burns and 33.33-fold in small burns in fibroblasts, and 11.2-fold in large burns and 3.45-fold in small burns in keratinocytes compared to healthy patients (p<0.05). Expression of TNF-alpha was not observed. IL-1 beta is down-regulated in fibroblasts of burned patients, and much more repressed in small burns (687-fold, p<0.05). In keratinocytes, the repression of IL-1 beta expression occurs in patients with small burns (28-fold), while patients with large burns express this gene intensively (15-fold). CONCLUSIONS: The study showed a quantitative pattern in the expression of KGF gene, which is more expressed according to the size of the burn. TNF-alpha was not expressed. A qualitative pattern in the expression of IL-1 beta gene was demonstrated.

Analysis of CD83 antigen expression in human breast fibroadenoma and adjacent tissue / Análise da expressão do antígeno CD83 no fibroadenoma mamário humano e no tecido adjacente

CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: Dendritic cell maturation is considered essential for starting an immune response. The CD83 antigen is an important marker of dendritic cell maturation. The objectives here were to analyze CD83 antigen expression in human breast fibroadenoma and breast tissue adjacent to the lesion and to identify clinical factors that might influence this expression. DESIGN AND SETTING: This was a retrospective study at a public university hospital, in which 29 histopathological samples of breast fibroadenoma and adjacent breast tissue, from 28 women of reproductive age, were analyzed. METHODS: The immunohistochemistry method was used to analyze the cell expression of the antigen. The antigen expression in the cells was evaluated by means of random manual counting using an optical microscope. RESULTS: Positive expression of the CD83 antigen in the epithelial cells of the fibroadenoma (365.52; standard deviation ± 133.13) in relation to the adjacent breast tissue cells (189.59; standard deviation ± 140.75) was statistically larger (P < 0.001). Several clinical features were analyzed, but only parity was shown to influence CD83 antigen expression in the adjacent breast tissue, such that positive expression was more evident in nulliparous women (P = 0.042). CONCLUSIONS: The expression of the CD83 antigen in the fibroadenoma was positive and greater than in the adjacent breast tissue. Positive expression of the antigen in the adjacent breast tissue was influenced by parity, and was significantly more evident in nulliparous women.

CONTEXTO E OBJETIVOS: A maturação da célula dendrítica é considerada essencial para o início da resposta imune. O antígeno CD83 é um importante marcador da maturação da célula dendrítica. Os objetivos são analisar a expressão do antígeno CD83 no fibroadenoma mamário humano e no tecido mamário adjacente à lesão e identificar fatores clínicos que possam influenciar esta expressão. TIPO DE ESTUDO E LOCAL: Este é um estudo retrospectivo, realizado em um hospital público universitário, onde 29 amostras histopatológicas de fibroadenomas de mamas e de tecidos mamários adjacentes, de 28 mulheres em idade reprodutiva, foram analisados. MÉTODOS: O método de imunoistoquímica foi utilizado na análise da expressão celular do antígeno. A expressão do antígeno nas células foi avaliada por contagem aleatória e manual utilizando-se microcópio de luz. RESULTADOS: A expressão positiva do antígeno CD83 nas células epiteliais dos fibroadenomas (365,52; desvio padrão ± 133,13) em relação às células do tecido mamário adjacente (189,59; desvio padrão ± 140,75) foi estatisticamente superior (P < 0,001). Vários aspectos clínicos foram analisados, porém, a paridade se mostrou influente na expressão do antígeno CD83 no tecido mamário adjacente, onde a expressão positiva foi mais evidente nas mulheres nulíparas (P = 0,042). CONCLUSÕES: A expressão do antígeno CD83 foi positiva e mais expressiva no fibroadenoma do que no tecido mamário adjacente. A expressão positiva do antígeno no tecido mamário adjacente foi influenciada pela paridade, sendo significativamente mais evidente nas mulheres nulíparas.

Avaliação da glutationaS-transferaseM1 (GSTM1) e seu polimorfismo GSTM1 nulo na resposta ao traftamento com quimioterapia do câncer avançado de ovário / Assessment of glutathione S-transferaseM1 (GSTM1) and its polymorphisms GSTM1 null in the response to treatment with chemotherapy in advanced ovarian carcinoma

Objective: To assess if the genotype of the glutathione S-transferase M1 (GSTM1) enzyme and its GSTM1 null polymorphism can influence the response to chemotherapeutic treatment of advanced ovarian cancer. Methods: Case-control study of 112 patients with advanced ovarian cancer submitted to chemotherapy during the period from January 1995 to December 2005. The tissue to study the GSTM1 genotype and its deletion came from surgical staging to treat ovarian cancer. The PCR product generates two distinct genotypes, characterized as positive and null. The response to chemotherapy was evaluated using the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria.Patients were classified as having: a) no response, b) a response. Results: The presence of GSTM1 or its GSTM1 null polymorphism did not influence the preoperative chemotherapy response. Among the patients who did respond, 88.9% presented with positive GSTM1 and 11.1% with null GSTM1. Among the patients that did not respond, 85.71% presented with positive GSTM1 and 14.29% with null GSTM1 (p = 0.825). GSTM1 and its GSTM1 null polymorphism had no influence on the postoperative response to chemotherapy. Among the patients who did respond, 80.65% presented with positive GSTM1 and 19.35% with null GSTM1. Among the patients who did not respond, 87.50% presented with positive GSTM1 and 12.5% with the null polymorphism (p = 0.553). Conclusion: No difference was observed in the response to treatment with chemotherapy in patients with advanced ovarian cancer, as to the GSTM1 genotype compared to its GSTM1 null polymorphism.

Objetivo: Avaliar se o genótipo da enzima glutationa S-transferase M1 (GSTM1) e seu polimorfismo GSTM1 nulo podem influenciar na resposta ao tratamento quimioterápico do câncer avançado de ovário. Métodos: Estudo caso-controle de 112 pacientes portadoras de câncer avançado de ovário, submetidas a tratamento por quimioterapia no período de Janeiro de 1995 a Dezembro de 2005. O tecido para estudo do genótipo da GSTM1 e sua deleção foram provenientes do estadiamento cirúrgico para tratamento do câncer de ovário. O produto do PCR gera dois genótipos distintos, sendo caracterizado como positivo e nulo. A resposta à quimioterapia foi avaliada usando os critérios da Organização Mundial da Saúde. As pacientes foram classificadas em: a) sem resposta, b) com resposta. Resultados: A presença da GSTM1 ou seu polimorfismo GSTM1 nulo não influenciou na resposta à quimioterapia pré-operatória. Dentre as pacientes que responderam 88,9% apresentavam GSTM1 e 11,1% GSTM1 nulo. Dentre as pacientes que não responderam 85,71% apresentavam GSTM1 e 14,29% GSTM1 nulo (p = 0, 825). A GSTM1 e seu polimorfismo GSTM1 nulo não tiveram influência na resposta à quimioterapia pós-operatória. Dentre as pacientes que responderam 80,65% apresentavam GSTM1 e 19,35% nulo. Dentre as pacientes que não responderam, 87,50% apresentavam GSTM1 e 12,5% nulo ( p = 0,553). Conclusão: Não foi observada diferença na resposta ao tratamento com quimioterapia em pacientes com câncer avançado de ovário, em relação ao genótipo GSTM1 comparado ao seu polimorfismo GSTM1 nulo.

Associação entre polimorfismo SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR e a resposta ao tratamento da dependência de nicotina / Association between polymorphism SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR and response to treatment of nicotine dependence

Objetivo: Avaliar a associação entre a resposta ao tratamento da dependência de nicotina com bupropiona e a presença do polimorfismo SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR, localizado no gene que codifica o transportador dopaminérgico. Método: Foram acompanhados no Ambulatório de Tabagismo do Instituto de Psiquiatria da Faculdade de Medicina da USP 100 pacientes do sexo masculino com diagnóstico de dependência de nicotina, sem outras patologias. Todos receberam bupropiona até 300 mg ao dia por 12 semanas, associada à terapia cognitivo-comportamental em grupo. A Escala de Fagerström foi aplicada no início e no final do tratamento, e avaliou-se a parada do uso de cigarros na última semana de tratamento e um mês após. Os pacientes tiveram 10 ml de sangue colhidos e genotipados para a existência do polimorfismo SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR. Resultados: Não foi encontrada associação entre cessação do uso de cigarro e presença do polimorfismo. Conclusão: São necessários mais estudos para avaliar se a presença do polimorfismo SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR estaria relacionada à melhor resposta ao tratamento da dependência de nicotina.

Objective: To evaluate the association between response to treatment of nicotine dependence with bupropion and the presence of the polymorphism SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR, in the gene that codifies the dopaminergic transporter. Method: A hundred patients were treated in the Nicotine Dependence Outpatient Clinic of the Institute of Psychiatry, University of São Paulo Medical School. All patients were male, diagnosed as nicotine dependents and had no other diseases. All received bupropion until 300 mg a day for 12 weeks, combined with cognitive-behavioral group therapy. The Fagerström Scale was applied at the beginning and at the end of treatment. Cigarette cessation was evaluated in the last week of treatment and one month later. Patients had 10 ml blood extracted and genotiped for SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR polymorphism. Results: There was no association between cigarettes cessation and the presence of polymorphism. Conclusion: More studies are needed to assess whether the presence of polymorphism SLC6A3 3’UTR VNTR could be associated with a better response to treatment of nicotine dependence.

Pólipos endometriais: aspectos clínicos, epidemiológicos e pesquisa de polimorfismos / Endometrial polyps: clinical and epidemiological aspects and analysis of polymorphisms

OBJETIVO: avaliar as variáveis clínicas e epidemiológicas de risco para câncer de endométrio em mulheres com pólipos endometriais na pós-menopausa, bem como a presença do polimorfismo do receptor da progesterona (PROGINS). MÉTODOS: estudo caso-controle desenhado com 160 mulheres na pós-menopausa com pólipos endometriais, comparado a Grupo Controle de 400 mulheres na pós-menopausa. A genotipagem do polimorfismo PROGINS foi determinada pala reação em cadeia da polimerase (PCR). Aspectos clínicos e epidemiológicos foram comparados entre as mulheres com pólipos endometriais benignos e 118 dos controles normais. Estas variáveis foram também comparadas entre mulheres com pólipos benignos e pólipos malignos. RESULTADOS: a comparação entre o grupo de pólipos benignos e o Grupo Controle mostrou diferença significativa (p<0,05) para as varáveis: idade, raça não-branca, anos da menopausa, paridade, hipertensão arterial, uso de tamoxifeno e antecedente de câncer de mama, todas mais prevalentes no grupo de pólipos endometriais. Após o ajuste para a idade, permaneceram com diferença significativa a paridade (OR=1,1), hipertensão arterial (OR=2,2) e o antecedente de câncer de mama (OR=14,4). Houve seis casos de pólipos malignos (3,7 por cento). A frequência de sangramento para pólipos benignos e malignos foi de 23,4 e 100 por cento, respectivamente, sendo o pólipo grande encontrado em 54,5 por cento dos casos benignos e em 100 por cento dos malignos. A frequência de hipertensão arterial foi de 54,5 por cento para pólipos benignos e 83,3 por cento para pólipos malignos. As frequências do polimorfismo PROGINS T1/T1, T1/T2 e T2/T2 foram 79,9 por cento, 19,5 por cento e 0,6 por cento respectivamente para pólipos benignos e 78,8 por cento, 20,8 por cento e 0,5 por cento para o Grupo Controle. CONCLUSÕES: os pólipos endometriais se mostraram mais frequentes em mulheres de idade avançada, hipertensas e com antecedente de câncer de mama. A presença do polimorfismo PROGINS não mostrou associação significativa com pólipos endometriais. A incidência de pólipos malignos foi baixa, estando fortemente associada à presença de sangramento, tamanho grande do pólipo e hipertensão arterial.

PURPOSE: to evaluate the clinical and epidemiological risk factors for endometrial cancer in postmenopausal women with endometrial polyps, as well as the genetic polymorphism of the progesterone receptor (PROGINS). METHODS: a case-control study was designed with 160 postmenopausal women with endometrial polyps, compared to a normal Control Group of 400 postmenopausal women. The genotyping of PROGINS polymorphism was determined by the polymerase chain reaction. Clinical and epidemiological data were compared between benign endometrial polyps and 118 of the control subjects. Variables were also compared with regard to benign and malignant endometrial polyps. RESULTS: comparison of the epidemiological variables between groups showed a significant difference for age, ethnicity, time since menopause, parity, tamoxifen use, hypertension and breast cancer, all of them more prevalent in the polyp group. After adjustment for age, statistical significance remained only for parity (OR=1.1), hypertension (OR=2.2) and breast cancer (OR=14.4). There were six cases of malignant polyps (3.7 percent). The frequency of bleeding was 23.4 percent for benign polyps and 100 percent for malignant polyps, with large polyps being detected in 54.6 percent of the benign cases and in 100 of the malignnat ones. The frequency of arterial hypertension was 54.5 percent for benign polyps and 83.3 percent for the malignant ones. The frequency of PROGINS T1/T1, T1/T2 and T2/T2 polymorphism was 79.9 percent, 19.5 percent and 0.6 percent, respectively, for the polyp group, and 78.8 percent, 20.8 percent and 0.5 percent for the Control Group. CONCLUSIONS: elderly age, hypertension, and breast cancer were significantly associated with endometrial polyps. The presence of PROGINS polymorphism was not significantly associated with endometrial polyps. The incidence of malignant polyps was low and strongly associated with bleeding, large-sized polyp and arterial hypertension.

Analysis of GB virus C infection among HIV-HCV coinfected patients / Análise da infecção pelo vírus GB-C em pacientes com coinfecção VIH-VHC

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of GB virus C on laboratory markers and histological parameters among HIV-seropositive patients coinfected with HCV. Lower degrees of hepatic lesions were observed in the triple-infected patients, in comparison with HIV-HCV coinfected patients who were negative for GBV-C RNA.

O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar o efeito da infecção pelo vírus GB-C em marcadores laboratoriais e parâmetros histológicos em pacientes HIV soropositivos coinfectados com VHC. Menor grau de lesão hepática foi observado nos pacientes com tripla infecção em comparação aos pacientes coinfectados com VIH-VHC negativos para GBV-C RNA.