Drought Responses in Poaceae: Exploring the Core Components of the ABA Signaling Pathway in Setaria italica and Setaria viridis.

Drought severely impacts plant development and reproduction, reducing biomass and seed number, and altering flowering patterns. Drought-tolerant Setaria italica and Setaria viridis species have emerged as prominent model species for investigating water deficit responses in the Poaceae family, the most important source of food and biofuel biomass worldwide. In higher plants, abscisic acid (ABA) regulates environmental stress responses, and its signaling entails interactions between PYR/PYL/RCAR receptors and clade A PP2C phosphatases, which in turn modulate SnRK2 kinases via reversible phosphorylation to activate ABA-responsive genes. To compare the diversity of PYR/PYL/RCAR, PP2C, and SnRK2 between S. italica and S. viridis, and their involvement in water deficit responses, we examined gene and regulatory region structures, investigated orthology relationships, and analyzed their gene expression patterns under water stress via a meta-analysis approach. Results showed that coding and regulatory sequences of PYR/PYL/RCARs, PP2Cs, and SnRK2s are highly conserved between Setaria spp., allowing us to propose pairs of orthologous genes for all the loci identified. Phylogenetic relationships indicate which clades of Setaria spp. sequences are homologous to the functionally well-characterized Arabidopsis thaliana PYR/PYL/RCAR, PP2C, and SnRK2 genes. Gene expression analysis showed a general downregulation of PYL genes, contrasting with upregulation of PP2C genes, and variable expression modulation of SnRK2 genes under drought stress. This complex network implies that ABA core signaling is a diverse and multifaceted process. Through our analysis, we identified promising candidate genes for further functional characterization, with great potential as targets for drought resistance studies, ultimately leading to advances in Poaceae biology and crop-breeding strategies.

Development of cassava starch-based films incorporated with phenolic compounds produced by an Amazonian fungus.

Drug-release systems have attracted attention over the last few years since they can be used as a substitute for traditional methods of drug delivery. These have the advantage of being directly administered at the treatment site and can maintain the drug at adequate levels for a longer period, thus increasing their efficacy. Starch-based films are interesting candidates for use as matrices for drug release, especially due to starch's non-toxic properties and its biocompatibility. Endophytic fungi are an important source of bioactive molecules, including secondary metabolites such as phenolic compounds with antioxidant activity. In the present study, cassava starch-based films were developed to act as release systems of phenolic compounds with antioxidant activity. The Amazonian endophytic fungus Aspergillus niger MgF2 was cultivated in liquid media, and the fungal extract was obtained by liquid-liquid partition with ethyl acetate. The starch-based films incorporated with the fungal extract were characterized in regards to their physicochemical properties. The release kinetics of the extract from the film and its antioxidant and cytotoxic properties were also evaluated. The films incorporated with the extract presented maximum release after 25 min at 37 °C and pH 6.8. In addition, it was observed that the antioxidant compounds of the fungal extract maintain their activity after being released from the film, and were non-toxic. Therefore, considering the promising physicochemical properties of the extract-incorporated films, and their considerable antioxidant capacity, the films demonstrate great biotechnological potential with diverse applications in the pharmacological and cosmetic industries.

Consumo de medicamentos para tratamento e prevenção da Covid-19: uma análise nos territórios da Atenção Primária à Saúde / Consumption of medicines for the treatment and prevention of Covid-19: an analysis in Primary Health Care territories

Resumo O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar o uso de medicamentos associados à Covid-19 por usuários da Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS). Trata-se de um estudo transversal com coleta de dados nas unidades de Estratégia Saúde da Família do município de Rondonópolis, MT, Brasil. Os dados foram obtidos com aplicação de um formulário semiestruturado. Dentre os participantes, 36% afirmaram ter consumido fármacos para prevenção da Covid-19, como ivermectina (89,58%), vitamina D (13,88%) e azitromicina (6,94%). Residir em domicílio em que duas ou mais pessoas precisaram sair para trabalhar na pandemia foi associado ao uso de medicamentos preventivos da Covid-19 (OR: 1,7; IC95%: 1,09 - 2,60). Os resultados indicam a necessidade de realizar ações para a promoção do uso racional de medicamentos nos territórios da APS, com vistas a capacitação profissional, educação popular em saúde e combate à desinformação.

Abstract The study aimed to evaluate the use of medications associated with Covid-19 by users of Primary Health Care (PHC). This is a cross-sectional study with data collection in Family Health Strategy units in the city of Rondonopolis, MT, Brazil. Data were obtained using a semi-structured form. Among the participants, 36% said they had consumed drugs to prevent Covid-19, such as ivermectin (89.58%), vitamin D (13.88%) and azithromycin (6.94%). Living in a household where two or more people had to go out to work during the pandemic was associated with the use of Covid-19 preventive medications (OR: 1.7; 95% CI: 1.09 - vccccccc 2.60). The results indicate the need to carry out actions to promote the rational use of medicines in PHC territories, with a view to professional training, popular health education and combating misinformation.

Cuidado em saúde bucal para pacientes que utilizam antirreabsortivos ósseos / Oral health care for patients under antiresorptive therapy

O cenário odontológico tem apresentado diversos casos de infecção odontogênica, inclusive com óbitos. Em linha com esses fatos, observa-se o aumento na prescrição de antirreabsortivos ósseos em Serviços de Saúde particulares e do SUS (Sistema Único de Saúde). Os bisfosfonatos injetáveis têm ação comprovadamente benéfica para o controle de metástases ósseas. Contudo, aponta-se a osteonecrose avascular no complexo bucomaxilofacial como um efeito adverso importante. Este tipo de alteração também foi reportado mediante o uso de antiangiogênicos e imunomoduladores. Esta revisão de literatura teve por objetivo delinear um protocolo que respalde a atuação dos Cirurgiões Dentistas Clínicos Gerais nas Unidades de Atenção Primária à Saúde do Município de Campinas-SP, diante da utilização frequente de antirreabsortivos ósseos e uma demanda reprimida por cuidados em Saúde Bucal que se apresenta com a retomada integral das atividades após o pico da pandemia de COVID-19. Com base no conhecimento científico sobre a osteonecrose associada a medicamentos, sugere-se que as equipes das Unidades de Atenção Primária à Saúde atuem de modo preventivo, proporcionando cuidado em Saúde Bucal preferencialmente antes do início do tratamento com antirreabsortivos. No entanto, para pacientes que já estão sob esta terapia e necessitam de intervenções odontológicas invasivas, recomenda-se uma abordagem multidisciplinar, entre Cirurgiões Dentistas da Atenção Primária e da Atenção Secundária, visando ao tratamento de possíveis complicações das intervenções invasivas de urgência. Ademais, pacientes sob uso de antirreabsortivos ósseos requerem monitoramento a longo prazo, para se evitar a necessidade de procedimentos odontológicos invasivos ou mesmo diagnosticar precocemente casos de osteonecrose.

The dental scenario has shown many cases of odontogenic infection, including some that ended with death. Along with these facts, there has been an increasing prescription of antiresorptive drugs, both in private and Unified Health System (SUS) Health Services. Injectable bisphosphonates have well-established beneficial action for controlling osseous metastasis. Nevertheless, avascular osteonecrosis of the bucomaxillofacial complex has been pointed out as an important side effect. Such a condition has also been reported under treatment with antiangiogenic drugs and immunological checkpoints inhibitors. This literature review aimed at offering a protocol to support the clinical practice of general dental practitioners in Primary Health Care Units from Campinas-SP Municipality, in face of frequent use of antiresorptive drugs and a repressed demand for oral health care, which takes place with thorough return of activities after COVID-19 pandemic peak. On the basis of scientific knowledge about medication-related osteonecrosis, it may be suggested that staffs in Primary Health Care Units adopt preventive measures, providing oral health care preferably before the beginning of antiresorptive therapy. However, for patients who are already under antiresorptive therapy and need invasive oral interventions, it is recommended a multidisciplinary approach, comprising Dentists from Primary and Secondary Health Care Units, trying to intercept possible complications of urgent invasive oral interventions. Besides, patients under use of antiresorptive medications require long-term follow-up, to avoid the need for invasive oral procedures or to make early diagnosis of osteonecrosis.

Severe hypercalcemia caused by repeated mineral oil injections: a case report

SUMMARY Hypercalcemia is a frequent condition in clinical practice and when the most frequent causes are excluded, etiological diagnosis can be challenging. A rare cause of PTH-independent hypercalcemia is described in the present case report. A male adult with a history of androgenic-anabolic steroids abuse, and injection of mineral oil and oily veterinary compound containing vitamins A, D and E into muscles for local hypertrophy presented with hypercalcemia, nephrocalcinosis, and end-stage renal disease. On physical examination, the presence of calcified subcutaneous nodules and calcification of musculature previously infused with oily substances drew attention. Laboratory tests confirmed hypercalcemia of 12.62 mg/L, low levels of PTH (10 pg/mL), hyperphosphatemia (6.0 mg/dL), 25(OH)D of 23.3 ng/mL, and elevated 1,25(OH)2D (138 pg/mL). Imaging exams showed diffuse calcification of muscle tissue, subcutaneous tissue, and organs such as the heart, lung, and kidneys. The patient was diagnosed with PTH-independent hypercalcemia secondary to foreign body reaction in areas of oil injection. The patient underwent treatment with hydrocortisone for 10 days, single dose zoledronic acid and hemodialysis. He evolved with serum calcium levels of 10.4 mg/dL and phosphorus of 7.1 mg/dL. In addition, sertraline and quetiapine were prescribed to control body dysmorphic disorder. The medical community should become aware of new causes of hypercalcemia as secondary to oil injection since this should become increasingly frequent due to the regularity with which such procedures have been performed.

Post-COVID-19 Cardiopulmonary Symptoms: Predictors and Imaging Features in Patients after Hospital Discharge. / Sintomas Cardiopulmonares Pós-COVID-19: Preditores e Características de Imagem de Pacientes após a Alta Hospitalar.

BACKGROUND: Most of the evidence about the impact of the post-acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) reports individual symptoms without correlations with related imaging. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate cardiopulmonary symptoms, their predictors and related images in COVID-19 patients discharged from hospital. METHODS: Consecutive patients who survived COVID-19 were contacted 90 days after discharge. The Clinic Outcome Team structured a questionnaire evaluating symptoms and clinical status (blinded for hospitalization data). A multivariate analysis was performed to address the course of COVID-19, comorbidities, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress during hospitalization, and cardiac rehabilitation after discharge. The significance level was set at 5%. RESULTS: A total of 480 discharged patients with COVID-19 (age: 59±14 years, 67.5% males) were included; 22.3% required mechanical ventilation. The prevalence of patients with PACS-related cardiopulmonary symptoms (dyspnea, tiredness/fatigue, cough, and chest discomfort) was 16.3%. Several parameters of chest computed tomography and echocardiogram were similar in patients with and without cardiopulmonary symptoms. The multivariate analysis showed that PACS-related cardiopulmonary-symptoms were independently related to female sex (OR 3.023; 95% CI 1.319-6.929), in-hospital deep venous thrombosis (OR 13.689; 95% CI 1.069-175.304), elevated troponin I (OR 1.355; 95% CI 1.048-1.751) and C-reactive protein during hospitalization (OR 1.060; 95% CI 1.023-1.097) and depression (OR 6.110; 95% CI 2.254-16.558). CONCLUSION: PACS-related cardiopulmonary symptoms 90 days post-discharge are common and multifactorial. Beyond thrombotic and markers of inflammation/myocardial injury during hospitalization, female sex and depression were independently associated with cardiopulmonary-related PACS. These results highlighted the need for a multifaceted approach targeting susceptible patients.

FUNDAMENTO: A maioria da evidência sobre o impacto da síndrome COVID pós-aguda (PACS, do inglês, post-acute COVID-19 syndrome) descreve sintomas individuais sem correlacioná-los com exames de imagens. OBJETIVOS: Avaliar sintomas cardiopulmonares, seus preditores e imagens relacionadas em pacientes com COVID-19 após alta hospitalar. MÉTODOS: Pacientes consecutivos, que sobreviveram à COVID-19, foram contatados 90 dias após a alta hospitalar. A equipe de desfechos clínicos (cega quanto aos dados durante a internação) elaborou um questionário estruturado avaliando sintomas e estado clínico. Uma análise multivariada foi realizada abordando a evolução da COVID-19, comorbidades, ansiedade, depressão, e estresse pós-traumático durante a internação, e reabilitação cardíaca após a alta. O nível de significância usado nas análises foi de 5%. RESULTADOS: Foram incluídos 480 pacientes (idade 59±14 anos, 67,5% do sexo masculino) que receberam alta hospitalar por COVID-19; 22,3% necessitaram de ventilação mecânica. A prevalência de pacientes com sintomas cardiopulmonares relacionados à PACS (dispneia, cansaço/fadiga, tosse e desconforto no peito) foi de 16,3%. Vários parâmetros de tomografia computadorizada do tórax e de ecocardiograma foram similares entre os pacientes com e sem sintomas cardiopulmonares. A análise multivariada mostrou que sintomas cardiopulmonares foram relacionados de maneira independente com sexo feminino (OR 3,023; IC95% 1,319-6,929), trombose venosa profunda durante a internação (OR 13,689; IC95% 1,069-175,304), nível elevado de troponina (OR 1,355; IC95% 1,048-1,751) e de proteína C reativa durante a internação (OR 1,060; IC95% 1,023-1,097) e depressão (OR 6,110; IC95% 2,254-16,558). CONCLUSÃO: Os sintomas cardiopulmonares relacionados à PACS 90 dias após a alta hospitalar são comuns e multifatoriais. Além dos marcadores trombóticos, inflamatórios e de lesão miocárdica durante a internação, sexo feminino e depressão foram associados independentemente com sintomas cardiopulmonares relacionados à PACS. Esses resultados destacaram a necessidade de uma abordagem multifacetada direcionada a pacientes susceptíveis.

Age and Type of Delivery as Risk Indicators for Maternal Mortality.

OBJECTIVE: This study assessed maternal mortality (MM) and related factors in a large-sized municipality in the Southeastern region of Brazil (Campinas, São Paulo) during the period 2000-2015. METHODS: This study consisted of two phases: 1. An analytical nested case-control phase that assessed the impact of individual and contextual variables on MM; and 2. an ecological phase designed to contextualize maternal deaths by means of spatial analysis. The case group consisted of all maternal deaths (n = 87) and the control group consisted of 348 women who gave birth during the same period. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, association, and multiple logistic regression (MLR) tests at p < 0.05 as well as spatial analysis. RESULTS: Maternal Mortality Ratio was 37 deaths per 100.000 live births. Deaths were dispersed throughout the urban territory and no formation of cluster was observed. MLR showed that pregnant women aged ≥ 35 years old (OR = 2.63) or those with cesarean delivery (OR = 2.51) were more prone to maternal death. CONCLUSION: Maternal deaths were distributed dispersedly among the different socioeconomic levels and more prone to occur among older women or those undergoing cesarean deliveries.

OBJETIVO: Esse estudo avaliou a mortalidade materna (MM) e fatores relacionados em um município de grande porte da região sudeste do Brasil (Campinas, São Paulo) no período de 2000-2015. MéTODOS:: Esse estudo consistiu de duas fases: 1. Uma fase analítica de caso-controle que avaliou o impacto de variáveis individuais e contextuais na MM; 2. Uma fase ecológica delineada para contextualizar as mortes maternas por meio de análise espacial. O grupo caso consistiu de 87 mortes maternas e o grupo controle de 348 mulheres que tiveram bebês durante o mesmo período. Os dados foram analisados por estatística descritiva, testes de associação e regressão logística múltipla (RLM) (p < 0,05) assim como análise espacial. RESULTADOS: A taxa de mortalidade materna foi de 37 mortes para cada 100.000 nascidos vivos. As mortes foram dispersas por todo o território urbano e não se observou formação de clusters. Na RLM observou-se que mulheres grávidas com idade ≥ 35 anos (OR = 2,63) ou aquelas que passaram por cesárea (OR = 2,51) foram mais propensas à morte materna. CONCLUSãO:: As mortes maternas foram distribuídas dispersamente entre os diferentes níveis socioeconômicos e mais propensas a ocorrer entre mulheres ≥ 35 anos de idade ou que passaram por cesárea.

Comparative analysis between open transvesical and laparoscopic adenomectomy in the treatment of benigne prostatic hyperplasia in a tertiary hospital in Curitiba-PR: a retrospective study.

OBJECTIVE: the aim of this study was to compare the results of open and videolaparoscopic transvesical prostatectomy techniques in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in a tertiary hospital. METHODS: we reviewed medical records of patients who underwent transvesical adenectomy due to BPH between March 2019 and March 2021 at the urology service of Hospital de Clínicas do Paraná (HCPR), 42 patients were included in the open transvesical prostatectomy group and 22 in the videolaparoscopic group. Then, a comparison was made between the techniques in terms of surgical time, bleeding, length of stay, need for intensive care, among others, in addition to postoperative outcome. RESULTS: the mean surgical time was shorter in the open technique compared to the laparoscopic technique (141 min vs 274 min). The videolaparoscopic group had a shorter mean hospital stay (3.5 days vs 6.36 days). There was no statistical significance in the comparison regarding the need for an intensive care unit, as well as in the assessment of postoperative bleeding. CONCLUSION: comparatively, the techniques demonstrated a similar outcome, with a low rate of complications and satisfactory results for the treatment of BPH. The laparoscopic technique is a surgery with a shorter hospital stay, but at the expense of a longer surgical time.

Severe hypercalcemia caused by repeated mineral oil injections: a case report.

Hypercalcemia is a frequent condition in clinical practice and when the most frequent causes are excluded, etiological diagnosis can be challenging. A rare cause of PTH-independent hypercalcemia is described in the present case report. A male adult with a history of androgenic-anabolic steroids abuse, and injection of mineral oil and oily veterinary compound containing vitamins A, D and E into muscles for local hypertrophy presented with hypercalcemia, nephrocalcinosis, and end-stage renal disease. On physical examination, the presence of calcified subcutaneous nodules and calcification of musculature previously infused with oily substances drew attention. Laboratory tests confirmed hypercalcemia of 12.62 mg/L, low levels of PTH (10 pg/mL), hyperphosphatemia (6.0 mg/dL), 25(OH)D of 23.3 ng/mL, and elevated 1,25(OH)2D (138 pg/mL). Imaging exams showed diffuse calcification of muscle tissue, subcutaneous tissue, and organs such as the heart, lung, and kidneys. The patient was diagnosed with PTH-independent hypercalcemia secondary to foreign body reaction in areas of oil injection. The patient underwent treatment with hydrocortisone for 10 days, single dose zoledronic acid and hemodialysis. He evolved with serum calcium levels of 10.4 mg/dL and phosphorus of 7.1 mg/dL. In addition, sertraline and quetiapine were prescribed to control body dysmorphic disorder. The medical community should become aware of new causes of hypercalcemia as secondary to oil injection since this should become increasingly frequent due to the regularity with which such procedures have been performed.

Age and Type of Delivery as Risk Indicators for Maternal Mortality / Idade e tipo de parto como indicadores de risco para mortalidade materna

Abstract Objective: This study assessed maternal mortality (MM) and related factors in a large-sized municipality in the Southeastern region of Brazil (Campinas, São Paulo) during the period 2000-2015. Methods: This study consisted of two phases: 1. An analytical nested case-control phase that assessed the impact of individual and contextual variables on MM; and 2. an ecological phase designed to contextualize maternal deaths by means of spatial analysis. The case group consisted of all maternal deaths (n = 87) and the control group consisted of 348 women who gave birth during the same period. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, association, and multiple logistic regression (MLR) tests at p < 0.05 as well as spatial analysis. Results: Maternal Mortality Ratio was 37 deaths per 100.000 live births. Deaths were dispersed throughout the urban territory and no formation of cluster was observed. MLR showed that pregnant women aged > 35 years old (OR = 2.63) or those with cesarean delivery (OR = 2.51) were more prone to maternal death. Conclusion: Maternal deaths were distributed dispersedly among the different socioeconomic levels and more prone to occur among older women or those undergoing cesarean deliveries.

Resumo Objetivo: Esse estudo avaliou a mortalidade materna (MM) e fatores relacionados em um município de grande porte da região sudeste do Brasil (Campinas, São Paulo) no período de 2000-2015. Métodos: Esse estudo consistiu de duas fases: 1. Uma fase analítica de caso-controle que avaliou o impacto de variáveis individuais e contextuais na MM; 2. Uma fase ecológica delineada para contextualizar as mortes maternas por meio de análise espacial. O grupo caso consistiu de 87 mortes maternas e o grupo controle de 348 mulheres que tiveram bebês durante o mesmo período. Os dados foram analisados por estatística descritiva, testes de associação e regressão logística múltipla (RLM) (p < 0,05) assim como análise espacial. Resultados: A taxa de mortalidade materna foi de 37 mortes para cada 100.000 nascidos vivos. As mortes foram dispersas por todo o território urbano e não se observou formação de clusters. Na RLM observou-se que mulheres grávidas com idade > 35 anos (OR = 2,63) ou aquelas que passaram por cesárea (OR = 2,51) foram mais propensas à morte materna. Conclusão: As mortes maternas foram distribuídas dispersamente entre os diferentes níveis socioeconômicos e mais propensas a ocorrer entre mulheres > 35 anos de idade ou que passaram por cesárea.

Comparative analysis between open transvesical and laparoscopic adenomectomy in the treatment of benigne prostatic hyperplasia in a tertiary hospital in Curitiba-PR: a retrospective study / Análise comparativa entre adenomectomia transvesical aberta e videolaparoscópica no tratamento da hiperplasia prostática benigna em hospital terciário de Curitiba - PR: estudo retrospectivo

ABSTRACT Objective: the aim of this study was to compare the results of open and videolaparoscopic transvesical prostatectomy techniques in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in a tertiary hospital. Methods: we reviewed medical records of patients who underwent transvesical adenectomy due to BPH between March 2019 and March 2021 at the urology service of Hospital de Clínicas do Paraná (HCPR), 42 patients were included in the open transvesical prostatectomy group and 22 in the videolaparoscopic group. Then, a comparison was made between the techniques in terms of surgical time, bleeding, length of stay, need for intensive care, among others, in addition to postoperative outcome. Results: the mean surgical time was shorter in the open technique compared to the laparoscopic technique (141 min vs 274 min). The videolaparoscopic group had a shorter mean hospital stay (3.5 days vs 6.36 days). There was no statistical significance in the comparison regarding the need for an intensive care unit, as well as in the assessment of postoperative bleeding. Conclusion: comparatively, the techniques demonstrated a similar outcome, with a low rate of complications and satisfactory results for the treatment of BPH. The laparoscopic technique is a surgery with a shorter hospital stay, but at the expense of a longer surgical time.

RESUMO Objetivo: o objetivo deste estudo foi comparar o resultado das técnicas de prostatectomia transvesical aberta e videolaparoscópica no tratamento de hiperplasia prostática benigna (HPB) em um hospital terciário. Métodos: foram revisados prontuários de pacientes submetidos a adenectomia transvesical devido a HPB entre março de 2019 a março de 2021 no serviço de urologia do Hospital de Clínicas do Paraná (HCPR), sendo incluídos 42 pacientes no grupo prostatectomia transvesical aberta e 22 no grupo videolaparoscópico. Em seguida foi feita a comparação entre as técnicas nos quesitos tempo cirúrgico, sangramento, tempo de internamento, necessidade de terapia intensiva, entre outras, além de desfecho pós-operatório. Resultados: o tempo cirúrgico médio foi menor na técnica aberta em comparação com a técnica videolaparoscópica (141 min vs 274 min). O grupo videolaparoscópico apresentou um tempo médio de internamento menor (3,5 dias vs 6,36 dias). Não houve significância estatística na comparação quanto a necessidade de unidade de terapia intensiva, assim como na avaliação do sangramento pós-operatório. Conclusão: comparativamente, as técnicas demonstraram um desfecho semelhante, com baixa taxa de complicações e resultados satisfatórios para o tratamento da HPB. Sendo a técnica videolaparoscópica uma cirurgia com menor tempo de internamento, porém às custas de um maior tempo cirúrgico. .

Sintomas Cardiopulmonares Pós-COVID-19: Preditores e Características de Imagem de Pacientes após a Alta Hospitalar / Post-COVID-19 Cardiopulmonary Symptoms: Predictors and Imaging Features in Patients after Hospital Discharge

Resumo Fundamento A maioria da evidência sobre o impacto da síndrome COVID pós-aguda (PACS, do inglês, post-acute COVID-19 syndrome) descreve sintomas individuais sem correlacioná-los com exames de imagens. Objetivos Avaliar sintomas cardiopulmonares, seus preditores e imagens relacionadas em pacientes com COVID-19 após alta hospitalar. Métodos Pacientes consecutivos, que sobreviveram à COVID-19, foram contatados 90 dias após a alta hospitalar. A equipe de desfechos clínicos (cega quanto aos dados durante a internação) elaborou um questionário estruturado avaliando sintomas e estado clínico. Uma análise multivariada foi realizada abordando a evolução da COVID-19, comorbidades, ansiedade, depressão, e estresse pós-traumático durante a internação, e reabilitação cardíaca após a alta. O nível de significância usado nas análises foi de 5%. Resultados Foram incluídos 480 pacientes (idade 59±14 anos, 67,5% do sexo masculino) que receberam alta hospitalar por COVID-19; 22,3% necessitaram de ventilação mecânica. A prevalência de pacientes com sintomas cardiopulmonares relacionados à PACS (dispneia, cansaço/fadiga, tosse e desconforto no peito) foi de 16,3%. Vários parâmetros de tomografia computadorizada do tórax e de ecocardiograma foram similares entre os pacientes com e sem sintomas cardiopulmonares. A análise multivariada mostrou que sintomas cardiopulmonares foram relacionados de maneira independente com sexo feminino (OR 3,023; IC95% 1,319-6,929), trombose venosa profunda durante a internação (OR 13,689; IC95% 1,069-175,304), nível elevado de troponina (OR 1,355; IC95% 1,048-1,751) e de proteína C reativa durante a internação (OR 1,060; IC95% 1,023-1,097) e depressão (OR 6,110; IC95% 2,254-16,558). Conclusão Os sintomas cardiopulmonares relacionados à PACS 90 dias após a alta hospitalar são comuns e multifatoriais. Além dos marcadores trombóticos, inflamatórios e de lesão miocárdica durante a internação, sexo feminino e depressão foram associados independentemente com sintomas cardiopulmonares relacionados à PACS. Esses resultados destacaram a necessidade de uma abordagem multifacetada direcionada a pacientes susceptíveis.

Abstract Background Most of the evidence about the impact of the post-acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) reports individual symptoms without correlations with related imaging. Objectives To evaluate cardiopulmonary symptoms, their predictors and related images in COVID-19 patients discharged from hospital. Methods Consecutive patients who survived COVID-19 were contacted 90 days after discharge. The Clinic Outcome Team structured a questionnaire evaluating symptoms and clinical status (blinded for hospitalization data). A multivariate analysis was performed to address the course of COVID-19, comorbidities, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress during hospitalization, and cardiac rehabilitation after discharge. The significance level was set at 5%. Results A total of 480 discharged patients with COVID-19 (age: 59±14 years, 67.5% males) were included; 22.3% required mechanical ventilation. The prevalence of patients with PACS-related cardiopulmonary symptoms (dyspnea, tiredness/fatigue, cough, and chest discomfort) was 16.3%. Several parameters of chest computed tomography and echocardiogram were similar in patients with and without cardiopulmonary symptoms. The multivariate analysis showed that PACS-related cardiopulmonary-symptoms were independently related to female sex (OR 3.023; 95% CI 1.319-6.929), in-hospital deep venous thrombosis (OR 13.689; 95% CI 1.069-175.304), elevated troponin I (OR 1.355; 95% CI 1.048-1.751) and C-reactive protein during hospitalization (OR 1.060; 95% CI 1.023-1.097) and depression (OR 6.110; 95% CI 2.254-16.558). Conclusion PACS-related cardiopulmonary symptoms 90 days post-discharge are common and multifactorial. Beyond thrombotic and markers of inflammation/myocardial injury during hospitalization, female sex and depression were independently associated with cardiopulmonary-related PACS. These results highlighted the need for a multifaceted approach targeting susceptible patients.

Use of Connectomes in Deep Brain Stimulation for the Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder / Uso de conectomas na estimulação cerebral profunda para tratamento de transtorno obsessivo-compulsivo

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric disorder characterized by the performance of repetitive behaviors in response to an obsession, which currently ranks as the tenth cause of disability in the world. Patients who are refractory to conventional treatment are candidates for the neurosurgical treatment of deep brain stimulation (DBS). In this procedure, electrodes are implanted in specific anatomical brain targets. The present systematic literature review aimed to describe the main connectomes and associate them with their respective targets involved in DBS for the treatment of OCD, to understand the connectomes related to OCD and their contributions to DBS, and to describe the main targets used in DBS surgery for OCD. Based on the present results, the stimulated targets that showed better clinical outcomes were the anterior limb of the internal capsule, the nucleus accumbens, the subthalamic nucleus, and the ventral capsule/striatal capsule. The target associated with the worst clinical results was the posterior limb of the anterior commissure. The variable stimulation of certain regions of the brain determines different clinical results. However, an individualized investigation of the OCD patient is essential for choosing the best target for DBS.

O transtorno obsessivo-compulsivo (TOC) é uma doença psiquiátrica caracterizada pela realização de comportamentos repetitivos em resposta a uma obsessão, que atualmente se enquadra como a décima causa de incapacidade do mundo. Pacientes refratários ao tratamento convencional são candidatos para o tratamento neurocirúrgico de estimulação cerebral profunda (ECP). Neste procedimento, eletrodos são implantados em alvos anatômicos específicos do cérebro. A presente revisão sistemática da literatura teve como objetivo descrever os principais conectomas e associá-los aos seus respectivos alvos envolvidos no ECP para o tratamento de TOC, compreender os conectomas relacionados ao TOC e suas contribuições para o ECP e descrever os principais alvos utilizados na cirurgia de ECP para TOC. Com base nos nossos resultados, os alvos estimulados que apresentaram melhores resultados clínicos foram o membro anterior da cápsula interna, o núcleo accumbens, o núcleo subtalâmico e cápsula ventral/cápsula estriatal. O alvo associado aos piores resultados clínicos foi o membro posterior da comissura anterior. A estimulação variável de determinadas regiões do cérebro determina resultados clínicos diferentes. No entanto, uma investigação individualizada do paciente com TOC é essencial para a escolha do melhor alvo para ECP.

Genitourinary symptoms and quality of life of women with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy / Síntomas genitourinarios y calidad de vida de mujeres con cáncer de mama en quimioterapia / Sintomas geniturinários e qualidade de vida de mulheres com câncer de mama em tratamento quimioterápico

ABSTRACT This study aimed to compare genitourinary symptoms and quality of life in women with breast cancer before and after chemotherapy treatment. This is a prospective and analytical study carried out with 60 women treated at a hospital in the state of Paraná. Sociodemographic data, menopausal status, climacteric symptoms, quality of life, and pelvic floor strength and resistance were collected. Descriptive statistics, t-tests, Shapiro-Wilk, Cochran, Factorial Analysis of Variance for Repeated Measures and Fishers least significance difference were used for data analysis. Participants suffered genitourinary alterations, such as reduced strength and resistance of the pelvic floor muscles, urinary incontinence and vulvovaginal atrophy, regardless of the evaluated factors (type of chemotherapy, parity, and menopausal status). Therefore, greater attention and discussion by multidisciplinary health teams is necessary, as these symptoms can be reduced and managed if recognized early.

RESUMEN Este estudio tuvo como objetivo comparar los síntomas genitourinarios y la calidad de vida en mujeres con cáncer de mama antes y después del tratamiento con quimioterapia. Se trata de un estudio prospectivo y analítico realizado con 60 mujeres que recibieron atención en un hospital del estado de Paraná (Brasil). Se recogieron datos sociodemográficos, estado menopáusico, síntomas climatéricos, calidad de vida y fuerza y resistencia del suelo pélvico. Se utilizaron estadísticas descriptivas, pruebas t de Shapiro-Wilk y de Cochran, análisis factorial de varianza para medidas repetidas y LSD-Fisher para el análisis de datos. Las participantes sufrieron alteraciones genitourinarias, como disminución de la fuerza y resistencia de los músculos del suelo pélvico, incontinencia urinaria y atrofia vulvovaginal, independientemente de los factores evaluados (tipo de quimioterapia, paridad y estado menopáusico). Se concluye que es necesaria una mayor atención y discusión por parte de los equipos de salud multidisciplinarios, ya que estos síntomas pueden reducirse y manejarse si se reconocen a tiempo.

RESUMO Este estudo teve como objetivo comparar os sintomas geniturinários e a qualidade de vida de mulheres com câncer de mama antes e após o tratamento quimioterápico. Trata-se de um estudo prospectivo e analítico realizado com 60 mulheres atendidas em um hospital no estado do Paraná. Foram coletados dados sociodemográficos, status menopausal, sintomas do climatério, qualidade de vida e força e resistência do assoalho pélvico. Utilizou-se estatística descritiva, assim como os testes t, de Shapiro-Wilk, de Cochran, análise da variância fatorial para medidas repetidas e método LSD de Fisher para análise dos dados. As participantes sofreram alterações geniturinárias como redução de força e resistência dos músculos do assoalho pélvico, incontinência urinária e atrofia vulvovaginal independente dos fatores avaliados (tipo de quimioterapia, paridade e status menopausal). Entende-se que é necessário que haja maior atenção e discussão por parte das equipes multiprofissionais de saúde, pois esses sintomas, se reconhecidos precocemente, podem ser reduzidos e gerenciados.

Comunicação e pandemia: interlocuções criativas de populações vulnerabilizadas no Distrito Federal / Communication and pandemic: creative dialogues of vulnerable populations in the Federal District, Brazil

Resumo O artigo tem como objetivo apresentar resultados de uma pesquisa que cartografou tecnologias e arranjos comunicacionais produzidos por e direcionados à populações vulnerabilizadas no território do Distrito Federal-Brasil no contexto da pandemia de ccovid-19. A pesquisa integrou uma investigação multicêntrica, de natureza qualitativa, estruturada em cinco etapas: mapeamento virtual das experiências; aprofundamento do conhecimento sobre as iniciativas através de entrevistas com suas lideranças; análise por experiência e transversal do material empírico; validação coletiva dos resultados através de sessões virtuais e construção de um mapa temático das experiências. Foram mapeadas 14 iniciativas sobre covid-19 que tinham um componente comunicacional e eram direcionadas à população de territórios periféricos, sendo selecionadas dez para a análise em profundidade. As respectivas lideranças foram entrevistadas, compondo um panorama cartográfico e temático das tecnologias e arranjos comunicacionais: histórias de vida; "boca a boca"; articulações em rede; comunicação orgânica presencial; cards; advocacy; redes sociais; uso de equipamentos territoriais como instrumentos de comunicação; jornal comunitário independente digital; aplicativo; rede de solidariedade e TV comunitária. Ressalta-se o compromisso das estratégias e tecnologias comunicacionais com o respeito às realidades locais, respeitando as características das comunidades, apontando para uma diferença crucial em relação à comunicação predominante sobre a pandemia nas instituições públicas de saúde.

Abstract The article aims to present results of a research that mapped communication technologies and arrangements designed and directed toward vulnerable populations in the territory of the Federal District (DF), Brazil, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The research, which integrated a multicentric investigation, has a qualitative approach and was structured in five stages: virtual mapping of experiences; interviews with their leaders; individual and cross-sectional analysis of empirical material; collective validation of the results by virtual sessions and construction of a thematic map of the experiences. Fourteen initiatives on COVID-19 were mapped in the DF that had a communicational component and were aimed at the population of peripheral territories, with ten being selected for in-depth analysis.The respective leaders were interviewed, composing a thematic cartographic panorama of technologies and communication arrangements: life stories; "word of mouth"; network joints; in-person and organic communication; cards; advocacy; digital social networks; use of territorial equipment as communication tools; independent digital community newspaper; apps; solidarity network and community TV. The commitment of communication strategies and technologies regarding local realities, respecting the characteristics of communities, is highlighted, pointing to a crucial difference in relation to the predominant communication about the pandemic in public health institutions.

Hemophilia B acquired after cadaveric liver transplantation: a case report.

Hemophilia B is a recessive hereditary disease, and manifestations result from coagulation factor IX deficiency. Although improbable, as factor IX is produced exclusively in the liver, the possibility of developing the disease after transplantation represents an infrequent but potentially morbid complication. Standard laboratory tests may be insufficient to determine the probability of transmission of this pathology. This report describes the case of a patient who developed hemophilia B after liver transplantation whose donor had no prior knowledge of the disease.

Septic Thrombophlebitis of the Internal Jugular Vein in an Immunocompromised Patient with Lemierre Syndrome: A Case Report.

Lemierre syndrome is a rare complication of oropharyngeal infection, especially acute pharyngotonsillitis, associated with septicemia and thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein (IJV). We present the case of a 52-year-old patient who underwent liver transplantation and returned with symptoms of pain, redness and left cervical bulging 1 month after surgery. After investigation, the diagnosis of septic thrombophlebitis of the IJV was made. The patient responded well to treatment with antibiotic therapy and full anticoagulation. To the best of our knowledge, the present report is the first report of Lemierre syndrome in a post-liver transplant patient.

COVID-19 na estratégia saúde da família: uma análise de como a população percebe e adota as medidas de prevenção / COVID-19 in the family health strategy: an analysis of how the population adopts and perceives prevention measures

As estratégias de enfrentamento à COVID-19 na Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) abrangem os usuários e os profissionais, sendo necessária a adoção de medidas que busquem reduzir a disseminação do vírus e reorganizar os serviços de saúde no contexto da pandemia. O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar como a população adscrita à Estratégia Saúde da Família (ESF) percebe e adota as medidas de prevenção ao contágio da COVID-19. Trata-se de um estudo transversal, descritivo e quantitativo com usuários da ESF de Rondonópolis, MT. Os dados foram coletados nas Unidades de Saúde da Família com a aplicação de um questionário estruturado com questões que abordavam os aspectos sociodemográficos, percepção e práticas de prevenção à COVID-19. Participaram da pesquisa 70 usuários, desses 85,71% consideraram a COVID-19 grave ou muito grave. As medidas de prevenção mais adotadas foram uso de máscara (68,57%), lavagem frequente das mãos (37,14%), uso de álcool gel (37,14%) e isolamento social parcial (37,14%). Trinta e nove usuários (55,71%) relataram que a equipe de saúde da ESF não realizou ações voltadas para a prevenção do novo coronavírus. A maioria da população da ESF percebe a gravidade da COVID-19, porém não adota todas as medidas de proteção. Torna-se necessáriauma ampliação dasestratégias de prevenção à COVID-19 por parte dos profissionais e serviços de saúde nos territórios da APS.

Strategies to fight Covid-19 in Primary Health Care (PHC) encompass users and professionals, requiring the adoption of measures to reduce the spread of the virus and reorganize services in the context of the current pandemic. This study sought to analyze how the population that is enrolled in the Family Health Strategy (ESF, in Portuguese) has perceived and adopted COVID-19 prevention measures. This is a cross-sectional, descriptive, and quantitative study with users of the ESF in Rondonópolis, MT. The data was collected at family health units through the application of a structured questionnaire with questions that addressed sociodemographic aspects, perceptions, practices, and prevention of COVID-19. Seventy users participated in this survey. A frequency of 85.71% considers COVID-19 to be severe or very severe. The most adopted prevention measure was the use of masks (68.57%), frequent hand washing (37.14%), the use of hand sanitizers (37.14%), and partial social isolation (37.14%). A total of 39 (55.71%) users reported that the ESF team did not carry out actions aimed at preventing the new coronavirus. Most of the ESF population realizes the severity of COVID-19,although they donot adopt all of the protective measures. It is necessary to expand prevention strategies against COVID-19 by health services in PHC territorie.

Adesão à terapia farmacológica em pacientes com hanseníase / Adherence to pharmacological therapy in patients with hansen's disease / Adherencia a la terapia farmacológica en pacientes con lepra

A hanseníase é uma doença infecciosa crônica causada pelo Mycobacterium leprae, considerada um grave problema de saúde pública. A adesão à terapia farmacológica contribui para a qualidade de vida do paciente e para a interrupção da cadeia de transmissão da doença. Este trabalho objetivou analisar a adesão à poliquimioterapia em pacientes com hanseníase acompanhados em um serviço de atendimento especializado do município de Rondonópolis (MT). Trata-se de um estudo descritivo de abordagem quantitativa. Participaram da pesquisa 63 pacientes com diagnóstico de hanseníase, acompanhados no Serviço de Atendimento Especializado do Município de Rondonópolis. Para analisar a adesão, utilizou-se o teste de Morisky-Green. Foram classificados como aderentes ao tratamento 31 pacientes (49,2%) no total. As menores frequências de adesão foram observadas em mulheres, na faixa etária de 51 a 59 anos, de cor autodeclarada branca, renda familiar superior ou igual a dois salários mínimos, com até oito anos de estudo, sem companheiros e que possuíam rede de esgoto em suas residências. Observou-se diferença estatística para as variáveis sexo (p = 0,036), modo de detecção (p = 0,008) e forma clínica (p = 0,028). Os resultados indicaram baixa adesão à poliquimioterapia. Mulheres, pacientes com modo de detecção do tipo encaminhamento ou exames de coletividade, com forma clínica indeterminada, tuberculoide ou virchowiana são menos aderentes à poliquimioterapia. Os resultados indicam a necessidade de adoção de medidas que busquem promover melhor aceitação à terapia farmacológica entre os pacientes com hanseníase.

Hansen's disease, a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, is considered a major public health issue. Adherence to pharmacological therapy contributes to the patient's quality of life and to interrupting the disease transmission chain. Hence, this study analyzes adherence to multidrug therapy in patients with Hansen's disease treated at a specialized care service in Rondonópolis, Mato Grosso, Brazil. A quantitative, descriptive research was carried out with 63 patients diagnosed with Hansen's disease and treated at the Specialized Care Service of the municipality of Rondonópolis. Adherence was analyzed using the Morisky-Green test. A total of 31 (49.2%) patients were classified as adherent to treatment. The lowest frequency of adherence was observed in women, aged 51 to 59 years, white, family income ≥ 2 minimum wages, with up to eight years of schooling, without partners, and with a sewage system in their homes. Statistical difference was observed for the variables gender (p=0.036), detection mode (p=0.008), and clinical form (p=0.028). Results showed low adherence to multidrug therapy. Women, patients with referral detection or collective exams, with undetermined clinical form, tuberculoid or Lepromatous leprosy, are less adherent to polychemotherapy. The findings indicate the need to adopt measures that seek to promote better adherence to pharmacological therapy among patients with Hansen's disease.

La lepra es una enfermedad infecciosa crónica causada por Mycobacterium leprae y considerada un grave problema de salud pública. La adherencia a la terapia farmacológica contribuye a la calidad de vida del paciente y a la interrupción de la cadena de transmisión de la enfermedad. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar la adherencia a la poliquimioterapia en pacientes con lepra seguidos en un servicio de atención especializado en la ciudad de Rondonópolis, en Mato Grosso (Brasil). Se trata de un estudio descriptivo, de tipo cuantitativo. Participaron en la investigación 63 pacientes diagnosticados de lepra, seguidos en el Servicio de Atención Especializado del Municipio de Rondonópolis. Para analizar la adherencia se utilizó la prueba de Morisky-Green. Un total de 31 (49,2%) pacientes fueron clasificados como adherentes al tratamiento. La menor frecuencia de adherencia se observó en mujeres, en el grupo de edad de entre 51 y 59 años, de color autodeclarado blanco, renta familiar mayor o igual a 2 salarios mínimos, con nivel de educación hasta ocho años, sin pareja y que tenían red de alcantarillado en sus hogares. Hubo diferencia estadística para la variable sexo (p = 0,036), modo de detección (p = 0,008) y forma clínica (p = 0,028). Los resultados indicaron una baja adherencia a la poliquimioterapia. Las mujeres, los pacientes con modo de detección por derivación o exámenes colectivos, con forma clínica indeterminada, tuberculoide o virchowiana fueron los menos adherentes a la poliquimioterapia. Los resultados indican la necesidad de adoptar medidas que busquen promover una mejor aceptación de la terapia farmacológica entre los pacientes con lepra.

Factors associated to quality of life in patients with leprosy.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate quality of life and associated factors in patients with leprosy. METHODS: A cross-sectional study with 63 people diagnosed as leprosy, seen at a reference service for the disease in the southeastern region of Mato Grosso, Brazil. The questionnaire World Health Organization Quality of Life Bref was used to evaluate quality of life. Simple and multiple linear regressions evaluated the association between sociodemographic variables and quality of life domains. RESULTS: The highest mean of quality of life was observed in the psychological domain (16.28±2.30), and the lowest in the environmental domain (13.86±2.21). Females, individuals with no partners, and people who owned their own house had the lowest quality of life means within the psychological domain. People who did not receive visits by Community Health Workers had the lowest means in quality of life within the environmental domain. Multivariate analysis revealed that the best quality of life was associated to self-reported white skin color within the environmental domain, and the worst quality of life was associated to less schooling within the physical domain. CONCLUSION: This study showed the influence of sociodemographic factors on the quality of life of patients with leprosy, and indicated the need for comprehensive health care, considering the social determinants of health.