Como direcionar a formação do fisioterapeuta em Gerontologia no Brasil diante do envelhecimento populacional? / How to direct the training of physiotherapists in Gerontology in Brazil in the face of population aging?

O rápido envelhecimento populacional brasileiro mudou nosso cenário de saúde, o que exige que o profissional fisioterapeuta esteja preparado para lidar com as especificidades desta população. A Associação Brasileira de Fisioterapia em Gerontologia (ABRAFIGE), que tem a missão de fortalecer a especialidade e promover assistência qualificada em Fisioterapia em Gerontologia, propõe uma relação das competências fundamentais para formação no ensino nos cursos de graduação em Fisioterapia e de pósgraduação lato sensu em Fisioterapia em Gerontologia. Essa iniciativa visa auxiliar os gestores das Instituições de Ensino Superior das diversas regiões brasileiras no planejamento de tais cursos de forma a melhorar a qualidade da formação dos fisioterapeutas nessa área.

The rapid aging of the Brazilian population has changed the health scenario. Such a change requires physiotherapists to be prepared to deal with the specificities of this population. The Associação Brasileira de Fisioterapia em Gerontologia - ABRAFIGE (Brazilian Association of Physical Therapy in Gerontology), which has the mission of strengthening the specialty and the purpose of promoting qualified assistance in physical therapy in gerontology, proposes fundamental skills for training in teaching in undergraduate and graduate courses in physical therapy in gerontology. This initiative aims to assist administrators at higher education institutions in different regions of Brazil in the planning of such courses to improve the quality of the education of physiotherapists in this field.

Prevalence risk of sarcopenia in older Brazilian adults during the pandemic: A cross-sectional analysis of the Remobilize Study

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Social distancing has led to lifestyle changes among older adults during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to estimate the prevalence risk of sarcopenia (RS) and investigate its associated factors during the COVID-19 pandemic in older Brazilian adults. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional observational analysis of baseline data as part of the Remobilize Study. METHODS: Participants in the study were older adults (≥ 60 years), excluding those who were bedridden or institutionalized. The data collected consisted of answers about the RS (SARC-F), functional status, walking, sedentary behavior (SB), pain, comorbidity, and life space mobility. RESULTS: A total of 1,482 older adults (70 ± 8.14 years, 74% women) participated in the study, and an RS prevalence of 17.1% was found. (95% confidence interval [CI] 15.25-19.15%). The adjusted multivariate model showed a significant association between RS and functional limitation (odds ratio [OR]: 19.05; CI 13.00-28.32), comorbidity (OR: 5.11; CI 3.44-7.81), pain (OR: 4.56; CI 3.33-6.28), total walking (OR: 0.99; CI 0.99-1.00), SB of 8-10 hours (OR: 1.85; CI 1.15-2.93), and SB of > 10 hours (OR: 3.93; CI 2.48-6.22). RS was associated with mobility during the pandemic (OR: 0.97; CI 0.96-0.98). P < 0.05. CONCLUSIONS: During the pandemic, the prevalence of RS in older Brazilians was estimated at 17.1%. Moderate to severe functional limitation, comorbidities, presence of pain, walking, longer SB period, and reduced life space mobility significantly contributed to RS in older adults during the pandemic.

Uso de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados em pessoas idosas na Atenção Primária à Saúde: estudo transversal / Use of potentially inappropriate medications by older adults in Primary Health Care: cross-sectional study

Resumo Objetivo Verificar a prevalência e fatores associados ao uso de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados (MPI) pela população idosa e a concordância entre duas metodologias de avaliação no contexto da Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS). Método Estudo observacional transversal. Foi estimada a prevalência de pessoas idosas que utilizam MPI e fatores associados. Inicialmente foi calculada a frequência de medicamentos, entre os utilizados, considerados MPI. A classificação como MPI foi pelos Critérios de Beers 2019 e Consenso Brasileiro de Medicamentos Potencialmente Inapropriados para idosos (CBMPI) 2016. Também avaliou-se a concordância entre as duas classificações. Foram construídos modelos de regressão logística multivariada para avaliação da associação pelo Odds Ratio (OR), e calculado Kappa para concordância entre os dois critérios de classificações. Resultados A prevalência de pessoas idosas que usavam MPI foi 32,9% pelos Critérios de Beers e 27,6% pelo CBMPI. Associações estatisticamente significativas (p<0,001) ao uso de medicamentos inapropriados, pelos Critérios de Beers foram: relato de diabetes (OR=1,96), depressão (OR=2,25) e polifarmácia (OR=4,11). Pessoas idosas satisfeitas com a própria saúde tiveram menor chance de usarem MP, em ambas classificações, Critérios Beers (OR=0,02) e CBMPI (OR=0,09). A concordância entre as classificações foi muito boa (k=0,75, p<0,001). Conclusão Foram associados ao uso de MPI relato de diabetes e depressão, polifarmácia e satisfação negativa com a saúde. As associações foram semelhantes entre as duas classificações, indicando que ambas são pertinentes na identificação do uso de MPI em pessoas idosas usuárias da APS.

Abstract Objective To verify the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medications (PIM) in use and possible associated factors in older adults and the agreement between two assessment tool in Primary Health Care (PHC) contex Methods Cross-sectional study. The prevalence of older adults in use of PIM and associated factors were estimated. First of all was calculated the frequency of drugs, among those used, considered PIM. Classification as PIM was based on the 2019 Beers Criteria and the 2016 Brazilian Consensus on Potentially Inappropriate Medications 2016 (BCPIM) for the older adults. The agreement between the two classifications was also evaluated. Multivariate logistic regression models were estimated. Association was evaluated by Odds Ratio (OR). Kappa was calculated for agreement between both classifications. Results The prevalence of older adults using MPI was 32.9%, according to Beers Criteria and 27.6% according to the BCPIM. The reports of diabetes (OR=1.96), depression (OR=2.25) and polypharmacy (OR=4.11) were associated (p<0.001) with the use of inappropriate medication, according to the Beers Criteria. Older adults who were very satisfied with their own health were less likely to use inappropriate medication both according to the Beers Criteria (OR=0.02) and the BCPIM (OR=0.09). Agreement between classifications was considered good (k=0.75, p<0.001). Conclusion Reports of diabetes and depression, polypharmacy and negative self-rated health and satisfaction were associated with PIM's use. The associations were similar between the two classifications, indicating that both are relevant in identifying PIM use in older adults in the context of PHC.

Associação entre desempenho funcional e hospitalização de idosos adscritos à estratégia de saúde da família no município de Alfenas, Minas Gerais / Association between functional performance and hospitalization of elderly enrolled to family health strategy in the city of Alfenas, Minas Gerais

Resumo Introdução A queda no desempenho funcional de idosos pode relacionar-se a desfechos adversos pelos quais eles passam, entre os quais a hospitalização. Testes de desempenho, realizados na Atenção Primária à Saúde, podem ajudar a identificar idosos com maiores chances de hospitalização e que demandam maior atenção da equipe de saúde. Objetivo Identificar se o pior desempenho de idosos em testes funcionais pode estar associado a hospitalizações entre idosos. Método Estudo transversal observacional com amostra de 473 idosos comunitários adscritos à Estratégia de Saúde da Família. O desempenho funcional foi avaliado pelos quesitos equilíbrio estático, mobilidade funcional, marcha, força muscular, equilíbrio dinâmico, força de membros inferiores, e pela avaliação do risco de quedas. Dados sobre hospitalização dos participantes foram obtidos pelo Sistema de Informações Hospitalares Descentralizado (SIHD2/SUS). A análise da associação entre desempenho funcional e hospitalização foi realizada por modelos de Regressão Logística. Resultados No estudo, 32,1% dos idosos participantes foram hospitalizados pelo menos uma vez. A ocorrência de hospitalização foi associada com equilíbrio, desempenho na marcha, mobilidade funcional e risco de quedas. Conclusão Através dos testes funcionais, foi possível observar que o pior desempenho está associado às hospitalizações e a identificação destes fatores permite criar intervenções e estratégias capazes de evitar hospitalizações e seus efeitos adversos.

ABSTRACT Background The decline in the functional performance of the elderly may be related to adverse outcomes, including hospitalization. Performance tests, carried out in Primary Health Care, can help to identify older people who are more likely to be hospitalized and who require more attention from the health team. Objective To identify if the worse performance of the elderly in functional tests may be associated with hospitalizations. Method A cross-sectional observational study was conducted with 473 community-dwelling elderly enrolled by Family Health Strategy.. Functional performance was evaluated according to the following criteria: static balance, functional mobility, gait, muscle strength, dynamic balance, lower limb strength, and by assessing the risk of falls. Data on hospitalization of participants were obtained from the Decentralized Hospital Information System (SIHD2 / SUS). The analysis of association between functional performance and hospitalization was performed by Logistic Regression models. Results In the study, 32.1% of the elderly participants were hospitalized at least once. Hospitalization was associated with balance, gait performance, functional mobility, and risk of falls. Conclusion Through functional tests it was possible to observe that the worst performance is associated with hospitalizations and the identification of these factors allows the creation of interventions and strategies capable of avoiding hospitalizations and their adverse effect.

Avaliação da integralidade na Atenção Primária à Saúde pelo usuário idoso: estudo transversal / Evaluation of integrality in Primary Health Care by older users: a cross-sectional study

O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar a integralidade do cuidado segundo a percepção do idoso usuário da Atenção Primária à Saúde e sua associação com o uso dos serviços de saúde. Foi desenvolvido estudo transversal no município de Alfenas ­ Minas Gerais. A integralidade foi avaliada pelo questionário PCATool. As análises bruta e ajustada foram realizadas por regressão de Poisson. A amostra contemplou 166 idosos. A análise das medianas do número de respostas evidenciou elevado número de avaliações positivas; 57% da amostra relatou receber orientações sobre mudanças que ocorrem com o envelhecimento, mas apenas 13% relatou receber "orientações sobre incapacidade". As medianas também apresentaram comportamento semelhante em todos os serviços. Conclui-se que idosos que usam mais os serviços não o percebem como mais integral, embora tenha sido evidenciada uma percepção positiva da oferta de ações pelos serviços avaliados.

The objective was to evaluate the integrality according to the perception of older users of primary health care and associate it with the use of health services. To do so, a cross-sectional study was conducted in the municipality of Alfenas - Minas Gerais. Integrality was evaluated by PCAtool questionnaire. The analyses were performed using Poisson regression. The sample consisted of 166 older people. Median analysis of the number of responses showed a high number of positive evaluations, and 57.0% reported receiving guidance about the changes that occur with aging. Nevertheless, only 13.0% reported receiving "disability guidelines". The medians also presented similar behavior in all services. There was no major perception of integrality within the older adults using the health services more often. However, a positive perception of the offer of actions by the evaluated services was evidenced.

Fatores associados a quedas entre idosos adscritos à Estratégia Saúde da Família: estudo transversal / Falls associated factors in older adults assisted by Family Health Strategy: cross-sectional study

Este estudo objetivou identificar fatores associados a quedas entre idosos adscritos à Estratégia de Saúde da Família (ESF). Estudo transversal observacional exploratório de base populacional, realizado com amostra de 571 idosos. A coleta de dados foi realizada por instrumento semiestruturado e testes validados GDS-Scale, FESI-Brasil, TUG test, e SPPB. As associações foram determinadas por Modelos de Regressão Logística. Em relação à ocorrência de quedas no ano anterior, 139 (26%) relataram ter sofrido queda. Foram associados a quedas maior número de comorbidades (OR1,56 IC95%1,007-2,430), uso de dispositivo auxiliar de marcha (OR2,18 IC95%1,054-4,556), relato de alteração auditiva (OR1,61 IC95%1,036-2,495), negativa de prática regular de exercício físico (OR0,571 IC95%0,359-0,895), presença de dor (OR1,650 IC95%1,073-2,558), e baixa autoeficácia em relação a quedas (OR1,568 IC95%1,010-2,442). Foram identificados ao final do estudo seis fatores associados a quedas entre idosos adscritos à ESF, que devem ser inseridos na avaliação desta população.

To identify fall-associated factors among the elderly enrolled in Family Health Strategy (FHS). Cross-sectional, exploratory, population-based study conducted with a sample of 571 elderly. Data were collected using a semi-structured instrument and validated tests GDS-Scale, FESI-Brasil, TUG test, and SPPB. Associations were determined by Logistic Regression Models. Regarding the occurrence of falls in the previous year, 139 (26%) reported at least one fall. Falls were associated with a greater number of comorbidities (OR1.56 95%CI 1.007-2.430), use of a walking aid (OR2.18 95%CI 1.054-4.556), hearing loss report (OR1.61 95%CI 1.036-2.495), negative practice of regular physical exercise (OR0.571 95%CI 0.359-0.895), presence of pain (OR1.650 95%CI 1.073-2.558), and low self-efficacy in relation to falls (OR1.568 95%CI 1.010-2.442). At the end of the study, six factors associated with falls were identified among elderly people enrolled in FHS, which should be included in the evaluation of this population.

Knee extension strength and handgrip strength are important predictors of Timed Up and Go test performance among community-dwelling elderly women: a cross-sectional study

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Handgrip and knee extension strengths have each been used to characterize disability. However, it has been reported that the association between handgrip and knee extension strengths is weak. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the influence of knee extensor and handgrip muscle strength on Timed Up and Go (TUG) test results among elderly women with worse (≥ 10 seconds) and better (< 10 seconds) performance, after controlling for confounders. DATA AND SETTING: Cross-sectional study on a sample selected according to convenience, carried out in a federal public institution of higher education. METHODS: Assessment of handgrip was carried out using the Jamar dynamometer (Lafayette Instrument Company, Inc., Lafayette, United States). Knee extensor muscle performance was measured using an isokinetic dynamometer (Biodex System 3 Pro; Biodex Medical Systems, Inc., United States), The confounding factors were education, age, comorbidities, body mass index and Geriatric Depression Scale and Human Activity Profile scores. Functional performance was assessed through the TUG test. A backward linear regression model was used. RESULTS: 127 elderly women performed the TUG test in more than 10 seconds and 93 in less than 10 seconds. However, regardless of test performance, handgrip strength and knee extension strength comprised the reduced final model. CONCLUSIONS: Knee extension strength and handgrip strength might be particularly useful indicators for measuring disability.

The effect of kinesiophobia in older people with acute low back pain: longitudinal data from Back Complaints in the Elders (BACE) / O efeito da cinesiofobia em idosos com dor lombar aguda: dados longitudinais do estudo Back Complaints in the Elders (BACE) / El efecto de la quinesofobia en personas mayores con dolor lumbar agudo: datos longitudinales de Back Complaints in the Elders (BACE)

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the course of low back pain (LBP) intensity over a period of 12 months in older people with and without kinesiophobia.This was an international multicenter study. LBP intensity was examined by using the Numerical Pain Scale at baseline and over five follow-up periods. The Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire was used to measure patients' beliefs and fears. The study included 532 older adults (non kinesiophobic = 227; kinesiophobic = 305). The individuals had moderate pain at baseline, with a significant difference observed between the groups. Participants showed a rapid improvement in the first 6 weeks, followed by minor improvements in the succeeding months. However, a significant difference between groups remained during the follow-up period. Independently, kinesiophobia is a significant prognostic factor. These findings suggest the importance of screening for psychosocial factors in the management of older patients with LBP. Practice implications: patients need to be warned that pain can be perpetuated by inappropriate avoidance behaviors that may later lead to disability.

Resumo: O estudo teve como objetivo investigar a evolução da intensidade da dor lombar (DL) ao longo de 12 meses em idosos com e sem cinesiofobia. Este foi um estudo multicêntrico internacional. A intensidade da DL foi avaliada com a Numerical Pain Scale na linha de base e ao longo de 5 períodos de seguimento. As crenças e os medos dos pacientes foram medidos com o Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire. O estudo incluiu 532 idosos (sem cinesiofobia = 227; com cinesiofobia = 305). Os idosos apresentavam dor moderada na linha de base, com uma diferença significativa entre os grupos. Os participantes mostraram melhora rápida nas primeiras seis semanas, seguida por melhoras menores nos meses seguintes. Entretanto, persistiu uma diferença significativa entre os grupos durante o período de seguimento. A cinesiofobia é um fator prognóstico importante e independente. Os achados sugerem a importância da triagem de fatores psicossociais no manejo de pacientes idosos com DL. Implicações práticas: os pacientes devem ser advertidos que a dor pode ser perpetuada por comportamentos inadequados de evitação, podendo à incapacidade no longo prazo.

Resumen: El objetivo fue investigar el curso de la intensidad del dolor lumbar (LBP), durante un período de 12 meses, en personas ancianas con y sin quinesofobia. Se trata de un estudio multicéntrico internacional. La intensidad del LBP se evaluó usando la Escala Numérica de Dolor en una base de referencia y sobre 5 períodos de seguimiento. Con el fin de medir las creencias y temores de los pacientes, usamos el Fear-Avoidance Beliefs Questionnaire. El estudio incluyó a 532 ancianos (no quinesofóbicos = 227; quinesofóbicos = 305). Los ancianos sufrieron un dolor moderado en la base de referencia, con una significativa diferencia observada entre grupos. Los participantes mostraron una rápida mejora durante las 6 primeras semanas, seguidas por mejoras menores en los meses siguientes. No obstante, se mantuvo una diferencia significativa entre grupos durante el período de seguimiento. Independientemente, la quinesofobia es un factor pronóstico importante. Estos resultados sugieren la importancia de monitorear factores psicosociales en la gestión de pacientes ancianos con LBP. Implicaciones clínicas: los pacientes necesitan ser avisados de que el dolor puede perpetuarse por comportamientos inapropiados de prevención que quizás más tarde conduzcan a la discapacidad.

Associação entre eventos estressores e citocinas inflamatórias e anti-inflamatórias em pessoas idosas longevas / Association between stressor events and inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines in long-lived older people

Resumo Objetivo investigar a associação entre a frequência de eventos estressores e citocinas em pessoas idosas longevas. Métodos os participantes responderam a um questionário constituído de variáveis sociodemográficas, indicaram quais eventos estressores constantes no Inventário de Eventos Estressores de vida ocorreram nos últimos cinco anos e responderam a escala de depressão geriátrica (GDS). Foram dosados por citometria de fluxo: interleucina (IL) 10, IL-6, IL-4, IL-2, fator de necrose tumoral (TNF-α) e interferon gama (IFN-γ). A análise descritiva foi realizada para a caracterização da amostra. Para investigar a associação entre as variáveis foi desenvolvido um modelo de regressão linear múltipla, utilizando o método Backward. Resultados Participaram da pesquisa 91 pessoas idosas com média de idade de 82 anos. Mais da metade da amostra relatou morte de ente querido como o evento estressor mais prevalente (61%). Nessa amostra foi possível perceber que quanto mais eventos estressores foram relatados, menor o nível de IL-4 (p=0,046), da mesma forma que o estado civil viuvez, onde os dados mostraram que quem é viúvo tem menos eventos estressores em comparação a quem é casado (p=0,037). Conclusão Evidenciou-se a importância de um olhar mais cuidadoso dos profissionais de saúde na avaliação multidimensional da pessoa idosa, de forma que se obtenham subsídios para a implementação de programas e intervenções específicos que possam amenizar a percepção dos eventos estressores vivenciados, colaborando com menores danos decorrentes da imunossenescência.

Abstract Objective To investigate the association between the frequency of stressor events and cytokines in long-lived older people. Methods The participants answered a questionnaire consisting of sociodemographic variables, indicated which stressor events included in the Stressor Life Events Inventory occurred in the last five years and answered the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS). The following were measured by flow cytometry: interleukin (IL) 10, IL-6, IL-4, IL-2, tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) and interferon gamma (IFN-γ). We carried out a descriptive statistical analysis in order to characterize the sample. To investigate the association between the variables, a multiple linear regression model was developed, using the Backward method. Results 91 older people with an age average of 82 years participated in the research. More than half of the sample reported the death of a loved one as the most prevalent stressor event (61%). In this sample, it was possible to notice that the more stressor events were reported, the lower the level of IL-4 (p=0.046), as well as the marital status of widowhood, where data showed that those who are widowed have fewer stressor events in comparison to who is married (p=0.037). Conclusion The importance of a more careful look by health professionals in older people multidimensional assessment was evidenced, so that subsidies are obtained for the implementation of specific programs and interventions that can ease the perception of the stressor events experienced, collaborating with less resulting damage of immunosenescence.

Fatores associados à adesão a grupos de atividades físicas na atenção básica / Factores asociados a la adherencia a grupos de actividad física en la atención primaria / Factors associated with adherence to physical activity groups in primary health care

RESUMO O objetivo do estudo foi verificar a adesão de usuários a grupos de atividade física realizados por fisioterapeutas na atenção básica (AB) e seus fatores associados. Quanto à metodologia, trata-se de estudo transversal, quantitativo. Foi aplicado um questionário semiestruturado e outro de adesão adaptado, que investiga fatores gerais, motivadores e barreiras que podem influenciar na adesão. A amostra foi subdivida em 3 grupos em relação à adesão: 1-30% de frequência em 6 meses baixa adesão, de 31 - 70% média e acima de 71% alta adesão. Os grupos foram comparados pelos testes de Kruskall-Wallis e análise de variância (Anova) e a associação avaliada por regressão logística multinomial. Nos resultados, em relação à adesão, 46,8% da amostra apresentou baixa, 42,2% média e 11% alta adesão entre os 154 participantes, com média etária de 58,98±11,54 anos para fatores gerais, barreiras e motivadores foram diferentes (p<0,05) entre os grupos, e menor relato de fatores gerais de não adesão reduziram a chance de média adesão aos grupos. O maior tempo de participação nos grupos aumentou a chance de média e alta adesão em toda a amostra. Concluímos que o conhecimento dos fatores que influenciam positivamente na adesão, como tempo de participação, disposição e interesse, facilitam o desenvolvimento de estratégias pelos profissionais da AB para sua manutenção. Os resultados mostraram que existem fatores que interferem na adesão aos grupos realizados na AB.

RESUMEN El objetivo de este estudio fue verificar la adherencia de los usuarios a los grupos de actividad física llevada a cabo por fisioterapeutas en la atención primaria (AP) y sus factores asociados. En cuanto al método, se trata de un estudio transversal, cuantitativo. Se aplicó un cuestionario semiestructurado y un cuestionario de adherencia adaptado, que examina os factores generales, los motivadores y las barreras que pueden influir en la adherencia al grupo. La muestra se subdividió en 3 grupos en relación a la adherencia: del 1-30% de frecuencia en 6 meses baja adherencia, entre el 31-70% mediana adherencia y superior al 71% alta adherencia. Los grupos se compararon mediante las pruebas de Kruskal-Wallis y el análisis de varianza (Anova), y la asociación se evaluó mediante la regresión logística multinomial. Los resultados evidenciaron que, en relación a la adherencia, el 46,8% de la muestra tuvo baja adherencia, el 42,2% mediana y el 11% alta entre los 154 participantes con una edad promedio de 58,98±11,54 años para factores generales, las barreras y los motivadores fueron distintos (p<0,05) entre los grupos, y un menor relato de los factores generales de la no adherencia redujo la posibilidad de tener una mediana adherencia a los grupos. El mayor tiempo de participación en los grupos aumentó la posibilidad de tener una adherencia mediana y alta en la muestra. Se concluye que el conocimiento de los factores que influyen positivamente en la adherencia, como el tiempo de participación, la disposición y el interés, facilitan el desarrollo de estrategias por parte de los profesionales de AP para el mantenimiento en el grupo. Los resultados mostraron que existen factores que interfieren en la adherencia a los grupos en la AP.

ABSTRACT This study aimed to verify the users' adherence to physical activity groups conducted by physical therapists at primary health care (PHC) and their related factors. This is a cross-sectional quantitative study. A semi-structured questionnaire and an adapted adherence questionnaire were applied, which investigate general factors, motivators, and obstacles that can affect adherence. The sample was divided into three groups according to adherence: 1-30% of frequency in 6 months as low adherence; 31 to 70% as medium adherence; and above 71% as high adherence. The groups were compared by Kruskal-Wallis and ANOVA tests, and the association was evaluated by multinomial logistic regression. Regarding adherence results, 46.8% of the sample had low, 42.2% medium, and 11% high adherence among the 154 participants, with a mean age of 58.98±11.54 years for general factors, barriers and motivators were different (p<0.05) between groups, and lower reporting of general non-adherence factors reduced the chance of medium adherence to groups. The longer participation time in the groups increased the chance of average and high adherence across the sample. We conclude that the knowledge of the factors that positively affect adherence, such as time of participation, willingness, and interest, facilitate the development of strategies by PHC professionals for its maintenance. The results showed that there are factors that affect the adherence of groups in PHC.

Avaliação de painel multigenes em mulheres brasileiras com câncer de mama / Evaluation of a multigene panel in Brazilian women with breast cancer

Introdução: Apenas 5-10% dos casos de câncer de mama estão relacionados a variantes genéticas herdadas e mutações nos genes BRCA1 e BRCA2, relacionadas à Síndrome do câncer de mama e ovário hereditário (SMOH), são identificadas na maioria desses casos. Além dos genes BRCA1 e BRCA2, outros genes também estão associadas a um risco elevado e moderado para o câncer de mama, como TP53, STK11, CDH1, PTEN, ATM, CHEK2 e PALB2 e fazem parte do grupo de genes acionáveis com estratégias de manejo clínico e prevenção bem estabelecidos. A implementação do Sequenciamento de Nova Geração (NGS) vem permitindo a análise simultânea de múltiplos genes através dos painéis multigenes com maior rapidez na análise e menor custo quando comparada ao sequenciamento de um gene único e, atualmente, vem sendo amplamente utilizado em Oncologia para identificação das síndromes de predisposição hereditária ao câncer. Objetivo: O objetivo desse estudo é avaliar a contribuição do painel multigenes na detecção de mutações germinativas em outros genes, além de BRCA1 e BRCA2, em pacientes com critérios clínicos para câncer de mama hereditário. Pacientes e Métodos: Um painel NGS de 94 genes foi realizado em 321 pacientes com diagnóstico atual ou prévio de câncer de mama que apresentavam critérios clínicos para SMOH, e que realizaram o teste genético para os genes BRCA1 e BRCA2 no Laboratório de Diagnóstico Genômico do A.C.Camargo Cancer Center, entre agosto de 2016 e maio de 2018. Resultados: A análise dos dados do painel das 321 pacientes resultou em um total de 84 variantes patogênicas/provavelmente patogênicas (VP/PP) que foram identificadas em 81 pacientes e a positividade do teste genético foi de 25,2% (n=81/321). Três pacientes (n=3/81 ­ 3,7%) apresentaram duas VP/PP em genes distintos e foram diagnosticadas com Síndrome da Neoplasia Hereditária Multialélica (MINAS). Do total de VP/PP, 42,9% (n=36/84) foram identificadas em genes de alta penetrância para câncer de mama (BRCA1, BRCA2 e TP53) e 21,4% (n=18/84) em genes de penetrância moderada (ATM, PALB2 e CHEK2). O restante, correspondente a 35,7% (n=30/84) das VP/PP, foram identificadas em genes de baixa penetrância para câncer de mama e foram considerados como achados incidentais, uma vez que não apresentaram correlação genótipo-fenótipo. Em relação ao subtipo molecular do câncer de mama, o subtipo triplo negativo apresentou frequência de VP/PP de 31,6% (n=25/79), com predomínio de mutações no gene BRCA1 (12,6% - n=10/79). Entre o subtipo luminal, 18,7% (n=29/155) apresentavam VP/PP e destes, mutações em genes não-BRCA1/2 predominaram com frequência de 12,2% (n=19/155). Para o subtipo Luminal B HER2, 40% (n=16/40) apresentaram uma VP/PP, com predomínio do gene ATM (12,5% - n=5/40). Finalmente, o subtipo hiperexpressor de HER2 apresentou frequência de VP/PP de 30,8% (n=4/13), sem predominância de genes específicos. Variantes de significado incerto foram identificadas em 77,6% (n=249/321) das pacientes e dessas, 24,5% (n=61/249) apresentaram também ao menos uma VP/PP. Conclusão: O painel 94 genes contribuiu para identificar VP/PP em outros genes além de BRCA1/2, aumentando a positividade do teste genético de 9,9% (BRCA1/2) para 25,2%. Considerando-se apenas os genes acionáveis, o aumento na positividade do teste em nossa coorte foi de 6,9%. Esses resultados indicam que mulheres com critérios clínicos para SMOH podem se beneficiar da realização de um painel multigenes, pois o mesmo permite identificar variantes patogênicas em outros genes de predisposição ao câncer de mama, incluindo os genes acionáveis, que impactam diretamente no acompanhamento desses pacientes e familiares, uma vez que são genes com estimativas de risco para câncer estabelecidas e estratégias de rastreamento e prevenção bem definidas

Introduction: Only 5-10% of breast cancer are related to inherited genetic variants and BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, associated to the Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC), are responsible for the majority of cases. In addition to BRCA1 and BRCA2, other genes are also associated with a high and moderate risk for breast cancer, such as TP53, STK11, CDH1, PTEN, ATM, CHEK2 and PALB2, considered actionable genes, once they have well-established guidelines for clinical management and prevention. The implementation of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) has allowed to sequence multiple genes simultaneously, faster and lower-cost when compared to the sequencing of a single gene and, currently, it has been widely used in Oncology for identification of hereditary cancer predisposition syndromes. Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the contribution of the multigene panel in detection of germline mutations in other genes besides BRCA1/2 in patients with clinical criteria for hereditary breast cancer. Patients and Methods: A NGS panel of 94 cancer predisposition genes was performed on 321 patients with current or previous diagnosis of breast cancer and clinical criteria for HBOC, who were referred for BRCA1/2 testing between August 2016 and May 2018. Results: Panel analysis of 321 patients resulted in a total of 84 pathogenic/likely pathogenic (P/LP) variants were identified in 81 patients and the positivity rate of the genetic test was 25.2% (n=81/321). Three patients (n=3/81 - 3.7%) had two P/LP variants in different genes and were diagnosed with the multilocus inherited neoplasia alleles syndrome (MINAS). Of the total deleterious mutations, 42.9% (n=36/84) were identified in high-risk breast cancer genes (BRCA1/2 and TP53) and 21.4% (n= 8/84) in moderate-penetrance genes (ATM, PALB2 and CHEK2). The remainder of the mutations, corresponding to 35.7% (n=30/84), were identified in low-risk genes and were considered unexpected findings, since they did not demonstrate a genotype-phenotype correlation. Regarding the molecular subtype of breast cancer, triple negative breast cancer had a mutation frequency of 31.6% (n=25/79), with a predominance in BRCA1 (12.6% - n=10/79). Among the luminal subtype, 18.7% (n=29/155) had deleterious mutations and of these, mutations in non-BRCA1/2 genes predominated with a frequency of 12.2% (n=19/155). For Luminal B HER2-positive subtype, 40% (n=16/40) had a P/LP variants, with a predominance of ATM gene (12.5% - n=5/40). Finally, HER2-enriched subtype presented a mutation frequency of 30.8% (n=4/13). Variants of uncertain significance were identified in 77.6% (n = 249/321) of the patients and of these, 24.5% (n=61/249) also had at least one P/LP variant. Conclusion: The NGS panel contributed to identify P/LP variants in genes other than BRCA1/2, increasing the positivity of the genetic test from 9.9% (BRCA1/2) to 25.2%. Considering only the actionable genes, the increase in positivity in our cohort was 6.9%. These results indicate that women with clinical criteria for HBOC may benefit from a multigene panel testing, as it allows to identify P/LP variants in other breast cancer susceptibility genes, including actionable genes, that directly impact the clinical management of these patients and family members, since they are genes with established risk assessment and well-defined screening and prevention strategies

Are Behavior Rating Scales Able to Identify Behavioral Changes in Preschool Children Undergoing a Dental Intervention? A Systematic Review

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the scientific evidence concerning the behavior rating scales efficiency to identify behavioral changes in preschool children undergoing dental treatment, through a systematic review. Material and Methods: MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, BVS databases and grey literature were searched. Also, a hand search of the included studies reference lists was conducted. Studies that evaluated healthy preschoolers' behavior before and after invasive dental treatments to observe behavioral changes were included. Two independent reviewers selected studies, extracted data and analyzed the risk of bias with a tool for before-and-after studies. The certainty of the evidence was evaluated with the GRADE approach. Results: Three studies were included. The Frankl Scale and North Carolina Behavior Scale were used in these studies. Both scales were able to identify behavioral changes in preschool children undergoing a dental intervention, although two of these included studies were considered fair with a high risk of bias, and one considered good with a low risk of bias. Conclusion: Although Frankl and North Carolina behavior scales were able to identify changes in the children`s behavior during dental treatment, these findings are not supported by strong evidence. Thus, further well-designed studies are needed to confirm this evidence.

Fatores associados a capacidade funcional de idosos adscritos à Estratégia de Saúde da Família / Factors associated with functional capacity in the elderly enrolled in the Family Health Strategy

Resumo O estudo investigou a prevalência de declínio da capacidade funcional e seus fatores associados em idosos adscritos à Estratégia Saúde da Família (ESF), em um município do sul de Minas Gerais. Estudo observacional, transversal, de base populacional, com 406 idosos. A capacidade funcional foi avaliada pelo Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB); seus fatores associados foram avaliados por um questionário estruturado incluindo aspectos sociodemográficos, econômicos, clínicos e físicos. Concentrações de mediadores inflamatórios foram dosadas pelo método de Elisa ("Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay"). Regressão linear múltipla foi usada para as análises (p < 0,05). A prevalência de declínio funcional na amostra foi de 57,6% e os fatores associados à capacidade funcional foram: idade avançada, sexo feminino, número de medicamentos, sintomas depressivos, elevadas concentrações plasmáticas de receptor solúvel 1 do fator de necrose tumoral alfa (sTNFR1) e baixa força de preensão palmar. Os resultados mostraram que a capacidade funcional foi associada a uma rede de fatores multidimensionais. O presente estudo contribui para a prática de profissionais na ESF ao apontar os principais fatores que podem nortear as ações de promoção e prevenção do declínio da capacidade funcional na população idosa.

Abstract The study investigated the prevalence of functional capacity decline and its associated factors in the older people enrolled in the Family Health Strategy (ESF) in a city in the south of Minas Gerais. This is an observational, cross-sectional, population-based study with 406 elderly (70.49 years ± 6.77). The functional capacity was evaluated by the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), and its associated factors were evaluated by a structured questionnaire including sociodemographic, economic, clinical and physical aspects. The analysis of plasma levels of inflammatory mediators was performed by the ELISA method. Multiple linear regression was used for the analyses (p < 0.05). The prevalence of functional decline in the sample was 57.6% and factors associated with functional capacity were advanced age, female gender, number of medications, depressive symptoms, high plasma concentrations of the soluble receptor of tumor necrosis factor alpha 1 (sTNFR1) and low handgrip strength. The results demonstrated that functional capacity was associated with a network of multidimensional factors. This study contributes to the practice of ESF professionals by indicating the main factors that can guide actions to promote and prevent the decline of functional capacity in the elderly population.

Ecology of phlebotomine sand flies in a Brazilian area with recent leishmaniasis transmission (Itaúna, in Minas Gerais state)

Abstract INTRODUCTION: Leishmaniasis constitutes a serious but neglected tropical disease. Recently, socio-environmental, biological and physical changes have altered the range of leishmaniasis, causing it to spread into urban areas. In Minas Gerais, the disease is endemic, exhibiting regional differences and reaching urban centers. The purpose of this study was to evaluate entomological aspects related to the ecoepidemiology of leishmaniasis in Itaúna. METHODS: Monthly catches with HP traps were carried out from June 2017 to May 2018, in three ecological areas (urban, rural, and forest). The adaptability of the species to anthropic environments was assessed using the synanthropy index (SI). RESULTS: We collected 1306 specimens of phlebotomine sand flies. Of the species of medical importance, Lutzomyia longipalpis, the vector of Leishmania infantum, represented 90.4% of the specimens identified at species level (n=1260). Nyssomyia whitmani, the vector of Leishmania braziliensis, represented 1.6% of the total. Lu. longipalpis displayed an SI of +95.8, a value that denotes a marked preference for human environments. For Ny. whitmani, the SI was -25, expressing the tendency of this species to occupy uninhabited areas. The population of the three most numerous species captured increased with rain, high temperatures, and high relative humidity. Although captured at low numbers, Ny. whitmani showed a different profile concerning the climate variables analyzed. CONCLUSIONS: Understanding the epidemiology of the disease may assist the health services in formulating effective control measures for improving community health and contributing to the establishment of a dynamic relationship and a global awareness of the health/disease process.

Validação da Ferramenta de Rastreio de Risco de quedas (FRRISque) em pessoas idosas que vivem na comunidade / Validation of the Fall Risk Tracking Tool (FRRISque) in elderly community dwellers

Resumo Objetivou validar a Ferramenta de Rastreamento do Risco de Quedas (FRRISque) em pessoas idosas que vivem na comunidade. Realizou-se um estudo transversal, do tipo screening avaliativo. A amostra foi composta por 854 idosos. Além da versão piloto da FRRISque, foi aplicado o instrumento QuickScreen® como referência padrão no intuito de realizar a validade de critério concorrente, determinando os valores de sensibilidade e especificidade. A maioria das pessoas idosas era do sexo feminino (57,6%), com média de idade de 71,87 anos. Nas análises por regressão logística, evidenciou-se que apenas 10 itens da FRRISque contribuem para o aumento do risco de quedas em idosos e referem-se aos fatores de risco queda anterior, uso de dispositivo de auxílio à marcha, polifarmácia, uso de psicotrópicos, dificuldade para subir ou descer uma ladeira, dificuldade para andar 100 metros, déficit visual e auditivo, baixa atividade física e ambiente mal iluminado. Este modelo de estratificação de risco assume valores de sensibilidade de 91,3% e especificidade de 73,4%. A FRRISque se caracteriza como instrumento válido, simples, porém denso, de baixo custo e de fácil e rápida aplicação, podendo ser empregado por todos os profissionais de saúde da atenção básica, inclusive por agentes comunitários de saúde.

Abstract This study aimed to validate of Fall Risk Tracking Tool (FRRISque) in elderly community dwellers. A cross-sectional evaluative screening study was carried out on a sample of 854 elderly. In addition to the pilot version of FRRISque, the QuickScreen® tool was applied as a standard reference in order to validate a concurrent criterion, determining sensitivity and specificity values. Most of the elderly people were female (57.6%) with an average age of 71.87 years. The multivariate logistic regression analyses showed that only 10 FRRISque items contribute to increased elderly fall risk and they refer to the risk factors of previous falls, use of a walking aid device, polypharmacy, use of psychotropic substances, difficulty to ascend and descend a slope, difficulty to walk for a distance of 100 meters, visual and hearing impairment, low physical activity and poorly lit environment. This risk stratification model assumes sensitivity values of 91.3% and specificity values of 73.4%. The FRRISque is defined as a valid, simple, low-cost and of easy and rapid application tool that can be used by all primary health care professionals, including community health workers.

Pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma: implications of germline mutation investigation for treatment, screening, and surveillance

ABSTRACT Objective Paraganglioma (PGL) and pheochromocytoma (PCC) are rare neuroendocrine tumors that were considered to be predominantly sporadic. However, with the identification of novel susceptibility genes over the last decade, it is currently estimated that up to 40% of cases can occur in the context of a hereditary syndrome. We aimed to characterize PGL/PCC families to exemplify the different scenarios in which hereditary syndromes can be suspected and to emphasize the importance for patients and their families of making an opportune genetic diagnosis. Materials and methods Retrospective analysis of patients diagnosed with PGL/PCC. Germline mutations were studied using next-generation sequencing panels including SDHA, SDHB, SDHC and SDHD. Clinical data were collected from clinical records, and all patients received genetic counseling. Results We describe 4 families with PGL/PCC and germline mutations in SDH complex genes. 2 families have SDHB mutations and 2 SDHD mutations. The clinical presentation of the patients and their families was heterogeneous, with some being atypical according to the literature. Conclusions PGL/PCC are more commonly associated with a germline mutation than any other cancer type, therefore, all individuals with these types of tumors should undergo genetic risk evaluation. NGS multigene panel testing is a cost-effective approach given the overlapping phenotypes. Individuals with germline mutations associated with PGL/PCC should undergo lifelong clinical, biochemical and imaging surveillance and their families should undergo genetic counseling. For all these reasons, it is critical that all medical staff can suspect and diagnose these inherited cancer predisposition syndromes.

Elderly people living alone / Pessoas idosas que vivem em domicílios unipessoais

Introduction: In the last decades, a social phenomenon has emerged: the number of elderly people residing in single-person households, that is, living alone. Among these individuals are those who accumulate losses in health, social and personal life during their lifespan. Objective: To integrate scientific knowledge about elderly people living alone. Methods: It is an integrative review performed on four international databases. The theoretical reference of the Quality of Life was chosen to categorize the results. Results: After critical reading and analysis of 16 selected articles, two main themes and four subthemes emerged. The first main theme was named by "Contextualization of the Elderly that Lives Alone"; the second main theme was called "The role of family in the life of the elderly living alone". Conclusion: This age group needs a support network to maintain their quality of life; this network must encompass family members, friends, neighbors and health professionals and these must aid the elderly living alone in daily activities, travels and healthcare, among others; since the elderly living alone usually present chronic conditions, cognitive/motor deficit and higher risk of social isolation. (AU)

Introdução: Nas últimas décadas um fenômeno social vem emergindo: o número de pessoas que residem em domicílios unipessoais, isto é, que moram sós. Dentre esses indivíduos destacamse aqueles idosos que acumulam perdas na saúde, na vida social e pessoal durante o seu ciclo vital. Objetivo: Integrar o conhecimento científico sobre as pessoas idosas que moram sós. Métodos: Revisão Integrativa de literatura realizada em quatro bases de dados internacionais. O referencial teórico da Qualidade de Vida foi escolhido à categorização dos resultados. Resultados: Após a análise e leitura crítica das 16 referências selecionadas, emergiram dois temas principais "Contextualização da pessoa idosa que vive só", que foi subdividida em quatro subtemas. O segundo tema foi nomeado como "O papel da família na vida da pessoa idosa que vive só". Conclusão: Esse grupo etário necessita de uma rede de apoio para manutenção de sua qualidade de vida; tal rede pode ser formada por familiares, amigos, vizinhos e profissionais de saúde e esses devem auxiliar a pessoa idosa que reside só em suas atividades diárias, viagens, cuidados de saúde e outros; pois o idoso que mora sozinho geralmente apresenta condições crônicas de saúde, déficit cognitivo e/ou motor, com risco ao isolamento social. (AU)

Cross-cultural adaptation and reliability of the pain response to activity and position questionnaire

Abstract Background: The World Health Organization reports that one of the main incapacitating conditions in older adults is osteomusculoskeletal disorders, and among these is low back pain. There are few instruments translated and transculturally adapted with psychometric properties evaluated for older adults with this health condition in Brazil. The Pain Response to Activity and Positioning (PRAP) questionnaire enables classification of older adults through functional performance. The objective of this study was to perform a cross-cultural adaptation and verify the reliability of the PRAP for older Brazilian people with chronic low back pain. Methods: A cross-sectional methodological study from the international study "Back Complaints in the Elders". We included individuals aged ≥60 years, with chronic lumbar pain complaints lasting ≥3 months. The transcultural translation and adaptation process followed the criteria proposed by Beaton and Guilhemeim, 1993. Reliability was tested using an unweighted Cohen's Kappa. Results: Thirty-six (36) older adults participated in the study (71.15 ± 7.23 years, 94.4% female). The intra-rater reliability for Low Back Pain (LBP) was between 0.50-1.00 and 0.23-0.84 for lower limbs, while the inter-rater reliability for LBP was between 0.25-0.63 and between 0.18-0.53 for lower limbs. The criteria for low back pain diagnosis showed intra and inter-rater agreement of 0.52 and 0.47, respectively. Conclusion: The Brazilian version of the instrument showed adequate reliability and ability to classify older adults in the diagnosis of LBP by reporting the performance of daily activities, and is indicated for use in the context of research and clinical practice. Trial registration: There is no trial registration. This is a methodological study.

Forage potential of Urochloa genotypes by using leaf anatomy / Avaliação do potencial forrageiro de genótipos de Urochloa por meio da anatomia foliar

ABSTRACT: The digestibility potential of leaves from forages depends on the amount of nutrition in their tissues, with low lignin deposition in the cell wall, mainly parenchyma and phloem. This research evaluated the leaf structure of different Urochloa genotypes and discussed its potential for evaluating digestibility. The cultivars U. brizantha, U. decumbens, U. ruziziensis and three clones of U. ruziziensis (1, 95 and 97), which are under development in breeding programs, were evaluated. Plants were grown under the recommended culture conditions for the Urochloa species. Plants were cut 60 days after sowing, and leaves were collected at 15 days of regrowth. Leaves were fixed in FAA 70 and further stored in 70% ethanol until being submitted to the usual microtechniques for the preparation of microscopy slides. The area of the tissues from the interveinal and midrib regions was measured using ImageJ software, and their proportions were calculated. In the interveinal region, the proportion of chlorophyll parenchyma was greater for U. decumbens and the Clone 1 genotypes. Urochloa brizantha and clones 95 and 97 showed a higher proportion of the vascular bundle compared to U. ruziziensis, U. decumbens and Clone 1. The proportion of the ground parenchyma in the midrib was greater in U. brizantha, Clone 95 and Clone 97. Thus, it can be concluded that the Clone 1 genotypes (from U. ruziziensis) showed leaf tissues (parenchyma and phloem) with higher digestibility potential; in addition, U. brizantha and U. decumbens showed a high percentage of xylem and sclerenchyma, which reduces their quality as forage.

RESUMO: O potencial de digestibilidade das folhas de forrageiras depende da quantidade de seus tecidos com baixa deposição de lignina nas paredes celulares, principalmente o parênquima e floema. O presente trabalho objetivou avaliar a estrutura foliar de diferentes genótipos de Urochloa e seu potencial de digestibilidade foliar. Foram avaliadas as cultivares U. brizantha, U. decumbens, U. ruziziensis e três clones de U. ruziziensis (1, 95 e 97). As plantas foram cultivadas em campo com condições de manejo recomendadas para a espécie, sendo cortadas aos 60 dias e as folhas coletadas aos 15 dias de rebrota. As folhas foram fixadas em FAA 70, armazenadas em etanol 70% e posteriormente submetidas à microtécnica usual para preparação de lâminas semipermanentes. Foram analisadas as regiões internervural e da nervura mediana com o auxílio do software Image J sendo mensurada a área de cada tecido da folha e depois calculada a sua proporção em relação à área total das secções. Na região internervural, a proporção de parênquima foi maior em U. decumbens e no Clone 1. Ainda nesta região, Urochloa brizantha e os Clones 95 e 97 apresentaram maiores médias para a proporção de feixes vasculares. Na nervura mediana, a proporção do parênquima foi maior em U. brizantha, Clone 95 e Clone 97. De maneira geral, o Clone 1 (proveniente de U. ruziziensis) apresentou parênquima e floema em maiores proporções, enquanto genótipos de U. brizantha e U. decumbens demonstram altas quantidades de xilema e esclerênquima que reduzem o seu potencial de digestibilidade.

Caracterização de usuários com diabetes tipo 2 cadastrados em uma estratégia de saúde da família / Characterization of diabetics type 2 users registered in a family health strategyof an undergraduate nursing student

Introdução: O Diabetes Mellitus (DM) é um problema de saúde pública relacionado a inúmeras condições adversas. Objetivo: Caracterizar indivíduos diabéticos tipo II cadastrados em uma Estratégia de Saúde da Família. Métodos: Estudo observacional de caráter transversal realizado, em visitas domiciliares, através da avaliação dos pés, da qualidade de vida, de variáveis sociodemográficas e clínicas, hábitos de vida e dos cálculos do Índice Tornozelo-Braço (ITB) e Risco Cardiovascular (RCV). Resultados: Amostra composta por 33 indivíduos com diabetes tipo 2, média etária de 62,94±11,43, a maioria acima do peso e com RCV aumentado. Não houve correlação entre ITB e RCV (p>0,05) e diferença para o valor do ITB em relação ao consumo de cigarros, bebida alcóolica e prática de atividade física (p>0,05). Conclusão: O acesso aos serviços da Atenção Básica facilita o controle do diabetes na população, mas atividades de promoção de saúde e prevenção secundária devem ser estimuladas.

Introduction: The Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a public health problem related to numerous adverse conditions. Objective: To characterize type II diabetic patients registered in a Family Health Strategy. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study carried out during home visits, through the assessment of the feet, quality of life, socio-demographic and clinical variables, lifestyle and calculations of the ankle-brachial index (ABI) and Cardiovascular Risk (RCV). Results: The sample was composed of 33 individuals, aged 62,94±11,43, mostly overweight and with increased cardiovascular risk (CVR). There was no correlation between ABI and CVR (p> 0.05) and there was a difference between the ABI and cigarette consumption, alcohol consumption and physical activity (p> 0.05). Conclusion: The access to primary care services facilitates diabetes control in the population, however, health promotion activities and secondary prevention should be encouraged.