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BACKGROUND: Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease following Alzheimer's disease. Nearly 30 causative genes have been identified for PD and related disorders. However, most of these genes were identified in European-derived families, and little is known about their role in Latin American populations. OBJECTIVES: Our goal was to assess the spectrum and frequency of pathogenic variants in known PD genes in familial PD patients from Latin America. METHODS: We selected 335 PD patients with a family history of PD from the Latin American Research Consortium on the Genetics of PD. We capture-sequenced the coding regions of 26 genes related to neurodegenerative parkinsonism. Of the 335 PD patients, 324 had sufficient sequencing coverage to be analyzed. RESULTS: We identified pathogenic variants in 41 individuals (12.7%) in FBXO7, GCH1, LRRK2, PARK7, PINK1, PLA2G6, PRKN, SNCA, and TARDBP, GBA1 risk variants in 25 individuals (7.7%), and variants of uncertain significance in another 24 individuals (7.4%) in ATP13A2, ATP1A3, DNAJC13, DNAJC6, GBA1, LRKK2, PINK1, VPS13C, and VPS35. Of the 70 unique variants identified, 19 were more frequent in Latin Americans than in any other population. CONCLUSIONS: This is the first screening of known PD genes in a large cohort of patients with familial PD from Latin America. There were substantial differences in the spectrum of variants observed in comparison to previous findings from PD families of European origin. Our data provide further evidence that differences exist between the genetic architecture of PD in Latinos and European-derived populations. © 2024 The Author(s). Movement Disorders published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society.
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The development of new drugs is a vital effort that has the potential to improve human health, well-being and life expectancy. Molecular property prediction is a crucial step in drug discovery, as it helps to identify potential therapeutic compounds. However, experimental methods for drug development can often be time-consuming and resource-intensive, with a low probability of success. To address such limitations, deep learning (DL) methods have emerged as a viable alternative due to their ability to identify high-discriminating patterns in molecular data. In particular, graph neural networks (GNNs) operate on graph-structured data to identify promising drug candidates with desirable molecular properties. These methods represent molecules as a set of node (atoms) and edge (chemical bonds) features to aggregate local information for molecular graph representation learning. Despite the availability of several GNN frameworks, each approach has its own shortcomings. Although, some GNNs may excel in certain tasks, they may not perform as well in others. In this work, we propose a hybrid approach that incorporates different graph-based methods to combine their strengths and mitigate their limitations to accurately predict molecular properties. The proposed approach consists in a multi-layered hybrid GNN architecture that integrates multiple GNN frameworks to compute graph embeddings for molecular property prediction. Furthermore, we conduct extensive experiments on multiple benchmark datasets to demonstrate that our hybrid approach significantly outperforms the state-of-the-art graph-based models. The data and code scripts to reproduce the results are available in the repository, https://github.com/pedro-quesado/HybridGNN.
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Introducción. El manejo perioperatorio de las urgencias hepatobiliares por parte del cirujano general es una competencia esperada y se considera un reto por su relativa frecuencia, impacto en la salud del individuo y la economía, así como las implicaciones en el ejercicio clínico confiable y de alta calidad. Se desconocen los aspectos formales de la educación en cirugía hepatobiliar para el cirujano general en Colombia. El objetivo del presente estudio fue explorar la perspectiva de los cirujanos hepatobiliares sobre esta problemática. Métodos. Se realizó un estudio cualitativo, mediante entrevistas semiestructuradas con 14 especialistas en cirugía hepatobiliar colombianos, en donde se exploraron los desafíos del entrenamiento, el tiempo y las características de una rotación, la evaluación de la confiabilidad, el número de procedimientos y el rol de la simulación. Se hizo un análisis temático de la información. Resultados. Los expertos mencionaron la importancia de la rotación obligatoria por cirugía hepatobiliar para los cirujanos en formación. El tiempo ideal es de tres meses, en el último año de residencia, en centros especializados, con exposición activa y bajo supervisión. Conclusiones. Por las características epidemiológicas del país y la frecuencia de enfermedades hepatobiliares que requieren tratamiento quirúrgico, es necesario que el cirujano general cuente con una formación sólida en este campo durante la residencia. El presente estudio informa sobre las características ideales del entrenamiento en este campo desde la visión de los expertos colombianos.
Introduction. The perioperative management of hepatobiliary emergencies by the general surgeon is an expected competence and is considered a challenge due to its relative frequency, impact on the individual health and the economy, as well as the implications for reliable and high-quality clinical practice. The formal aspects of education in hepatobiliary surgery for the general surgeon in Colombia are unknown. The objective of the present study was to explore the perspective of hepatobiliary surgeons on this problem. Methods. A qualitative study was carried out through semi-structured interviews with 14 Colombian hepatobiliary surgery specialists, where the challenges of training, time and characteristics of the rotation, evaluation of reliability, number of procedures and role of simulation. A thematic analysis of the information was carried out. Results. The experts mentioned the importance of mandatory rotation for hepatobiliary surgery for surgeons in training. The ideal duration was three months, during the last year of residency, in specialized centers with active exposure and under supervision. Conclusions. Due to the epidemiological characteristics of the country and the frequency of hepatobiliary diseases that require surgical treatment, it is necessary for the general surgeon to have solid training in this field during residency. The present study reports on the ideal characteristics of training in this field from the perspective of Colombian experts.
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Humanos , Procedimientos Quirúrgicos del Sistema Biliar , Educación de Postgrado en Medicina , Cirugía General , Enfermedades de las Vías Biliares , Tratamiento de Urgencia , Entrenamiento SimuladoRESUMEN
The mining and metallurgical industry represents one of the leading causes of environmental pollution. In this context, the optimization of mineral waste management and the efficient extraction of metals of interest becomes an imperative priority for a sustainable future. Microorganisms such as Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans have represented a sustainable and economical alternative in recent years due to their capacity for environmental remediation in bioleaching processes because of their sulfur-oxidizing capacity and sulfuric acid generation. However, its use has been limited due to the reluctance of mine operators because of the constant reproduction of the bacterial culture in suitable media and the care that this entails. In this work, the central objective was to evaluate the functional characteristics of A. thiooxidans, microencapsulated and stored at room temperature for three years in vacuum bags, using a spray drying process with gum arabic as a wall vector. Growth kinetics showed a survival of 80 ± 0.52% after this long period of storage. Also, a qualitative fluorescence technique with a 5-cyano-2-3 ditolyl tetrazolium (CTC) marker was used to determine the respiratory activity of the microorganisms as soon as it was resuspended. On the other hand, the consumption of resuspended sulfur was evaluated to corroborate the correct metabolic functioning of the bacteria, with results of up to 50% sulfur reduction in 16 days and sulfate generation of 513.85 ± 0.4387 ppm and 524.15 ± 0.567 ppm for microencapsulated and non-microencapsulated cultures, respectively. These results demonstrate the success after three years of the microencapsulation process and give guidelines for its possible application in the mining-metallurgical industry.
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Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans , Goma Arábiga , Minería , Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans/metabolismo , Acidithiobacillus thiooxidans/crecimiento & desarrollo , Goma Arábiga/química , Secado por Pulverización , Biotecnología/métodos , Azufre/metabolismoRESUMEN
Fungal rhino-orbital-cerebral infections present significant treatment challenges, especially in immunocompromised individuals, such as those with diabetes. These infections seldom occur with bacterial co-infections, which complicate their management. This report presents the case of a 74-year-old diabetic male with a long-standing history of left malar pain who experienced rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, and confusion. Diagnostic imaging revealed angioinvasive fungal sinusitis, ultimately attributed to chronic mucormycosis (CM) with concurrent Actinomyces infection, a rarely reported occurrence. We employed a comprehensive treatment strategy, which resulted in a successful recovery after 24 days. Although CM is rare, accounting for approximately 5.6% of cases with mucormycosis, it requires thorough diagnostic evaluation and prolonged treatment. The rarity of co-infections like the one we describe underscores the need for an integrated management approach. Histopathological analysis serves as the gold standard for diagnosis, with treatment typically involving surgical and extensive antifungal interventions.
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BACKGROUND: Acute appendicitis remains as a differential diagnosis in older patients with abdominal pain. The Alvarado scale may assist to guide the diagnosis and treatment of this entity. The operative characteristics of the scale are little known in this population. METHOD: We conducted a systematic review of original studies published between 1986 and 2022 evaluating the diagnostic performance of the Alvarado scale in older adults with suspected acute appendicitis. The review was conducted according to the PRISMA statement. The evaluation of the methodological quality of the studies was performed according to the ROBINS-I criteria. RESULTS: Four original studies of retrospective design including 480 patients were identified. The heterogeneity and poor methodological quality limited an aggregate statistical analysis (meta-analysis). The value of the ROC curve of the scale varies between 0.799 and 0.969. From the available studies, the value of the ROC curve is lower in comparison to the RIPASA scale and comparable to the Lintula scale. CONCLUSIONS: The evidence on the diagnostic performance of the Alvarado scale in older adults is limited. The poor methodological quality of the available studies calls for a prudent use of this tool in this population. Our findings offer opportunities for future research.
ANTECEDENTES: La apendicitis aguda es un diagnóstico diferencial en el adulto mayor con dolor abdominal. La escala de Alvarado se utiliza para orientar el diagnóstico y el tratamiento. Las características operativas de la escala son poco conocidas en este grupo de pacientes. MÉTODO: Revisión sistemática de estudios originales publicados entre 1986 y 2022 que evaluaron el rendimiento diagnóstico de la escala de Alvarado en adultos mayores con sospecha de apendicitis aguda, con base en la declaración PRISMA. La evaluación de la calidad metodológica de los estudios se realizó con los criterios ROBINS-I. RESULTADOS: Se identificaron cuatro estudios originales de diseño retrospectivo que incluyen 480 pacientes. La heterogeneidad y la baja calidad metodológica limitaron un análisis estadístico agregado (metaanálisis). El valor de la curva ROC de la escala varía entre 0.799 y 0.969. En los estudios disponibles, el valor de la curva ROC es inferior al de la escala RIPASA y similar al de la escala de Lintula. CONCLUSIONES: La evidencia que sustenta el rendimiento diagnóstico de la escala de Alvarado en los adultos mayores es limitada. La pobre calidad de los estudios disponibles advierte sobre el uso prudente de esta herramienta en este grupo poblacional. Los hallazgos identificados ofrecen oportunidades de investigación futura.
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Dolor Abdominal , Apendicitis , Anciano , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Humanos , Dolor Abdominal/etiología , Enfermedad Aguda , Apendicitis/diagnóstico , Diagnóstico Diferencial , Estudios Retrospectivos , Curva ROCRESUMEN
Castleman´s disease (CD) is a rare lymphoproliferative disorder. Concurrent autoimmune disease and CD are uncommon, but even more so, comorbid CD and autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA). To the best of our knowledge, this case represents the first successful AIHA and multicentric CD (MCD) treatment using rituximab as first-line treatment. We present the case of a 53-year-old woman with a 10-year history of plasma cell variant CD who arrived at the emergency department with signs and symptoms of anemia. On admission, we made a preliminary diagnosis of hemolytic anemia and initiated immunosuppressive therapy with rituximab and steroids. After seven days, the patient recovered according to clinical and laboratory parameters, and we discharged her early. We portray a rare occurrence of CD and AIHA successfully treated with rituximab and steroid therapy, which makes our case unique.
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Advancements in photonics technologies have significantly enhanced their capability to facilitate experiments involving quantum light, even at room temperature. Nevertheless, fully integrating photonic chips that include quantum light sources, effective manipulation and transport of light minimizing losses, and appropriate detection systems remains an ongoing challenge. Topological photonic systems have emerged as promising platforms to protect quantum light properties during propagation, beyond merely preserving light intensity. In this work, we delve into the dynamics of non-classical light traversing a Su-Schrieffer-Heeger photonic lattice with topological domain walls. Our focus centers on how topology influences the quantum properties of light as it moves across the array. By precisely adjusting the spacing between waveguides, we achieve dynamic repositioning and interaction of domain walls, facilitating effective beam-splitting operations. Our findings demonstrate high-fidelity transport of non-classical light across the lattice, replicating known results that are now safeguarded by the topology of the system. This protection is especially beneficial for quantum communication protocols with continuous variable states. Our study enhances the understanding of light dynamics in topological photonic systems and paves the way for high-fidelity, topology-protected quantum communication.
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: The multiparametric implantable cardioverter-defibrillator HeartLogic index has proven to be a sensitive and timely predictor of impending heart failure (HF) decompensation. We evaluated the impact of a standardized follow-up protocol implemented by nursing staff and based on remote management of alerts. METHODS: The algorithm was activated in HF patients at 19 Spanish centers. Transmitted data were analyzed remotely, and patients were contacted by telephone if alerts were issued. Clinical actions were implemented remotely or through outpatient visits. The primary endpoint consisted of HF hospitalizations or death. Secondary endpoints were HF outpatient visits. We compared the 12-month periods before and after the adoption of the protocol. RESULTS: We analyzed 392 patients (aged 69±10 years, 76% male, 50% ischemic cardiomyopathy) with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (20%) or cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (80%). The primary endpoint occurred 151 times in 86 (22%) patients during the 12 months before the adoption of the protocol, and 69 times in 45 (11%) patients (P<.001) during the 12 months after its adoption. The mean number of hospitalizations per patient was 0.39±0.89 pre- and 0.18±0.57 postadoption (P<.001). There were 185 outpatient visits for HF in 96 (24%) patients before adoption and 64 in 48 (12%) patients after adoption (P<.001). The mean number of visits per patient was 0.47±1.11 pre- and 0.16±0.51 postadoption (P<.001). CONCLUSIONS: A standardized follow-up protocol based on remote management of HeartLogic alerts enabled effective remote management of HF patients. After its adoption, we observed a significant reduction in HF hospitalizations and outpatient visits.
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Hepatoblastoma is the most common hepatic neoplasm in children. However, its incidence is infrequent beyond age five. We present the case of a 15-year-old female diagnosed with metastatic hepatoblastoma during hospitalization for liver function deterioration. The patient presented with abdominal distension, jaundice, and other symptoms indicative of advanced disease. Imaging and biopsy confirmed stage IV epithelial hepatoblastoma with pulmonary metastases. This case underscores the importance of considering hepatoblastoma in older pediatric patients or young adults presenting with hepatic masses despite lacking traditional risk factors for liver malignancies.
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Geobacter sulfurreducens DL1 is a metal-reducing dissimilatory bacterium frequently used to produce electricity in bioelectrochemical systems (BES). The biofilm formed on electrodes is one of the most important factors for efficient electron transfer; this is possible due to the production of type IV pili and c-type cytochromes that allow it to carry out extracellular electron transfer (EET) to final acceptors. In this study, we analyzed the biofilm formed on different support materials (glass, hematite (Fe2O3) on glass, fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) semiconductor glass, Fe2O3 on FTO, graphite, and stainless steel) by G. sulfurreducens DL1 (WT) and GSU1771-deficient strain mutant (Δgsu1771). GSU1771 is a transcriptional regulator that controls the expression of several genes involved in electron transfer. Different approaches and experimental tests were carried out with the biofilms grown on the different support materials including structure analysis by confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM), characterization of electrochemical activity, and quantification of relative gene expression by RT-qPCR. The gene expression of selected genes involved in EET was analyzed, observing an overexpression of pgcA, omcS, omcM, and omcF from Δgsu1771 biofilms compared to those from WT, also the overexpression of the epsH gene, which is involved in exopolysaccharide synthesis. Although we observed that for the Δgsu1771 mutant strain, the associated redox processes are similar to the WT strain, and more current is produced, we think that this could be associated with a higher relative expression of certain genes involved in EET and in the production of exopolysaccharides despite the chemical environment where the biofilm develops. This study supports that G. sulfurreducens is capable of adapting to the electrochemical environment where it grows.
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OBJECTIVES: This study compared, retrospectively, the incidence of clinical errors and effects on treatment outcomes, when students were exposed to two different instrumentation techniques: a hybrid rotary technique (HYB), consisting of both hand instrumentation with hand stainless steel and Ni-Ti files plus the use of a rotary system (Vortex Blue, Dentsply Sirona), versus a full reciprocation instrumentation technique (WaveOne Gold [WOG], Dentsply Sirona). METHODS: A total of 368 endodontic cases (n = 184) in anterior and premolar teeth, completed by dental students at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry from 2013 to 2022, were used for the study. The groups were evaluated by two calibrated clinicians, observing the incidence of clinical errors: file separations, over-instrumentation, ledges and transportations. Treatment outcomes were also observed. Data were analyzed statistically by Fisher's exact test and Mann-Whitney U test (p < 0.05). RESULTS: No significant difference in file separations, ledges, and transportation was observed between the two groups. However, the WOG Group experienced significantly more over-instrumentation than HYB group, although this did not significantly affect tooth survival or periapical index (PAI). Cases with PAI scores of 5 were found to have significantly less tooth survival compared to the other PAI scores. CONCLUSIONS: It can be concluded that both techniques in our study are well suited to advancing the endodontic dental education of students and novice operators, anticipating relatively successful outcomes of tooth survival, as long as the cases selected are less severe in progression preoperatively.
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Tratamiento del Conducto Radicular , Humanos , Estudios Retrospectivos , Tratamiento del Conducto Radicular/instrumentación , Competencia Clínica , Resultado del Tratamiento , Estudiantes de Odontología , Educación en Odontología/métodos , Preparación del Conducto Radicular/instrumentación , Endodoncia/educación , Acero InoxidableRESUMEN
Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) induced TGF-ß hyperactivation and reduced expression of cell adhesion proteins in the lung, suggesting that the disruption of retinoic acid (RA) signaling leads to epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). To elucidate the role of lung vitamin A status in EMT, several EMT markers and the expression of the proprotein convertase furin, which activates TGF-ß, were analyzed in two experimental models. Our in vivo model included control rats, VAD rats, and both control rats and VAD rats, treated with RA. For the in vitro studies, human bronchoalveolar epithelial cells treated with RA were used. Our data show that EMT and furin are induced in VAD rats. Furthermore, furin expression continues to increase much more markedly after treatment of VAD rats with RA. In control rats and cell lines, an acute RA treatment induced a significant increase in furin expression, concomitant with changes in EMT markers. A ChIP assay demonstrated that RA directly regulates furin transcription. These results emphasize the importance of maintaining vitamin A levels within the physiological range since both levels below and above this range can cause adverse effects that, paradoxically, could be similar. The role of furin in EMT is discussed.
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Transición Epitelial-Mesenquimal , Furina , Pulmón , Deficiencia de Vitamina A , Vitamina A , Furina/metabolismo , Transición Epitelial-Mesenquimal/efectos de los fármacos , Animales , Humanos , Pulmón/metabolismo , Pulmón/efectos de los fármacos , Vitamina A/farmacología , Vitamina A/metabolismo , Ratas , Deficiencia de Vitamina A/metabolismo , Masculino , Tretinoina/farmacología , Células Epiteliales/metabolismo , Células Epiteliales/efectos de los fármacos , Transducción de Señal/efectos de los fármacos , Factor de Crecimiento Transformador beta/metabolismo , Línea Celular , Ratas WistarRESUMEN
Background. Thoracoabdominal MRI is limited by respiratory motion, especially in populations who cannot perform breath-holds. One approach for reducing motion blurring in radially-acquired MRI is respiratory gating. Straightforward 'hard-gating' uses only data from a specified respiratory window and suffers from reduced SNR. Proposed 'soft-gating' reconstructions may improve scan efficiency but reduce motion correction by incorporating data with nonzero weight acquired outside the specified window. However, previous studies report conflicting benefits, and importantly the choice of soft-gated weighting algorithm and effect on image quality has not previously been explored. The purpose of this study is to map how variable soft-gated weighting functions and parameters affect signal and motion blurring in respiratory-gated reconstructions of radial lung MRI, using neonates as a model population.Methods. Ten neonatal inpatients with respiratory abnormalities were imaged using a 1.5 T neonatal-sized scanner and 3D radial ultrashort echo-time (UTE) sequence. Images were reconstructed using ungated, hard-gated, and several soft-gating weighting algorithms (exponential, sigmoid, inverse, and linear weighting decay outside the period of interest), with %Nprojrepresenting the relative amount of data included. The apparent SNR (aSNR) and motion blurring (measured by the maximum derivative of image intensity at the diaphragm, MDD) were compared between reconstructions.Results. Soft-gating functions produced higher aSNR and lower MDD than hard-gated images using equivalent %Nproj, as expected. aSNR was not identical between different gating schemes for given %Nproj. While aSNR was approximately linear with %Nprojfor each algorithm, MDD performance diverged between functions as %Nprojdecreased. Algorithm performance was relatively consistent between subjects, except in images with high noise.Conclusion. The algorithm selection for soft-gating has a notable effect on image quality of respiratory-gated MRI; the timing of included data across the respiratory phase, and not simply the amount of data, plays an important role in aSNR. The specific soft-gating function and parameters should be considered for a given imaging application's requirements of signal and sharpness.
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Imagenología Tridimensional , Pulmón , Recién Nacido , Humanos , Imagenología Tridimensional/métodos , Respiración , Imagen por Resonancia Magnética/métodos , AlgoritmosRESUMEN
Objective: To assess the effectiveness of a training program for Primary Care (PC) professionals developed to increase knowledge, attitudes, and skills for managing patients with risky alcohol use and in the motivational interview. Design: Multicenter, two-arm parallel, randomized, open-label controlled clinical trial. Setting: PC of the Andalusian Health Service. Participants: The study was completed by 80 healthcare professionals from 31 PC centers. Interventions: In both experimental and control groups, a workshop on managing patients with risky alcohol consumption and the resolution of two videotaped clinical cases with standardized patients were conducted. The experimental group attended a workshop on motivational interviewing. Main measurements: Knowledge about managing risky alcohol use, clinical performance in patients with this health problem, and assessment of the motivational interview. Results: Mean age was 39.50±13.06 SD (95% CI: 36.5942.41); 71.3% (95% CI: 61.180.9%) were women. The average score of both groups in the knowledge questionnaire before the training program was 15.10±4.66, becoming 21.99±3.93 points after the training (95% CI: 5.707.92; p<0.001). The experimental group showed an average score of 18.53±13.23 before the intervention with the motivational interview and 28.33±11.86 after this intervention (p=0.002). In contrast, no significant variation was found in the score of the control group. Conclusions: A training program aimed at PC professionals designed to increase knowledge on how to manage risky alcohol use and acquire communication skills in motivational interviewing is effective.(AU)
Objetivo: Evaluar la efectividad de un programa de formación para profesionales de Atención Primaria (AP) para incrementar conocimientos, actitudes y habilidades en el manejo de pacientes con consumo de riesgo de alcohol y en la entrevista motivacional. Diseño: Ensayo clínico controlado, abierto, aleatorizado, multicéntrico, paralelo de dos brazos. Emplazamiento: Centros de AP del Servicio Andaluz de Salud. Participantes: Fue completado por 80 profesionales sanitarios de 31 centros. Intervenciones: En el grupo experimental y en el control se realizó un taller de manejo de pacientes con consumo de riesgo de alcohol y la resolución de dos casos clínicos videograbados con pacientes estandarizados. El grupo experimental asistió a un taller sobre entrevista motivacional. Mediciones principales: Conocimiento sobre el manejo del consumo de riesgo de alcohol, desempeño clínico en pacientes con este problema de salud y valoración de la entrevista motivacional. Resultados: La edad media fue 39.50±13,06 -DE- (IC 95%: 36,59-42,41); El 71,3% (IC 95%: 61,1%-80,9%) eran mujeres. La puntuación media en el cuestionario de conocimientos antes del programa de formación fue de 15,10±4,66, siendo 21,99±3,93 puntos después del entrenamiento (IC 95%:5,70-7,92; p<0,001). La puntuación promedio del grupo experimental antes de la intervención con la entrevista motivacional era de 18,53±13,23 y después de 28,33±11,86 (p=0,002). No se encontró variación significativa en la puntuación del grupo control. Conclusiones: Un programa de formación para profesionales de AP, para incrementar el conocimiento sobre cómo gestionar el consumo de riesgo de alcohol y adquirir habilidades comunicativas en la entrevista motivacional es efectivo.(AU)
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Humanos , Masculino , Femenino , Personal de Salud , Consumo de Bebidas Alcohólicas/prevención & control , Capacitación Profesional , Atención Primaria de Salud , Consejos de Salud , España , Encuestas y CuestionariosRESUMEN
Introducción. El efecto de las políticas para el mejoramiento del bienestar de los residentes, en términos de desgaste profesional y compromiso laboral, es controversial y su resultado tras la implementación de la "ley de residentes" (1917/2018) en Colombia es desconocido. Este estudio explora el efecto de esta ley en médicos residentes de cirugía colombianos. Métodos. Estudio de métodos mixtos secuencial explicativo. Inicialmente, se invitó a todos los residentes de cirugía del país a autodiligenciar los cuestionarios UWES-17 y MBI-HSS para evaluar el compromiso laboral (vigor, dedicación y absorción) y desgaste profesional (agotamiento emocional, despersonalización y baja realización personal) antes (2019) y después (2022) de la implementación de la ley. Se probaron diferentes hipótesis mediante modelos de ecuaciones estructurales. Los resultados fueron explorados con cirujanos mediante grupos focales. La información cualitativa fue analizada manualmente y por inteligencia artificial, y reportada en temas principales. Resultados. Participaron en el estudio 400 residentes. La tasa de desgaste profesional fue de 24,8 % antes y 15,8 % después (p=0,032). El análisis de ecuaciones estructurales confirmó que el agotamiento emocional sobre el desgaste profesional fue menor en 2022 (p=0,022). No se identificaron cambios significativos en el compromiso laboral. La principal explicación fue atribuida a los beneficios económicos de la ley. Conclusión. La tasa de desgaste profesional en médicos residentes de cirugía colombianos se redujo significativamente tras la implementación de la "ley de residentes". Estos hallazgos tienen implicaciones para la practica y el mejoramiento de la calidad de la educación.
Introduction. The effect of policies to improve residents' well-being, in terms of professional burnout and work commitment is controversial, and its result after the implementation of the "residents' law" (1917/2018) in Colombia is unknown. This study explores the effect of this law on Colombian surgical residents. Methods. Explanatory sequential mixed methods study. Initially, all surgical residents in the country were invited to self-complete the UWES-17 and MBI-HSS questionnaires to evaluate work commitment (vigor, dedication, and absorption) and professional burnout (emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and low personal accomplishment) before (2019) and after (2022) the implementation of the law. Different hypotheses were tested using structural equation models. The results were explored with surgeons through focus groups. Qualitative information was analyzed manually and by artificial intelligence, and reported into main themes. Results. 400 residents participated in the study. Burnout rates were 24.8% before and 15.8% after (p=0.032). The structural equations analysis confirmed that emotional exhaustion over professional burnout was lower in 2022 (p=0.022). No significant changes in work commitment were identified. The main explanation was attributed to the economic benefits of the law. Conclusion. The burnout rate in Colombian surgical residents was significantly reduced after the implementation of the "residents' law". These findings have implications for practice and improving the quality of education
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Humanos , Agotamiento Profesional , Legislación , Internado y Residencia , Cirugía General , Educación de Postgrado en Medicina , Compromiso LaboralRESUMEN
Cocaine, the second most used illicit drug, is associated with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and other complications. Lung involvement associated with cocaine use, also known as "crack lung syndrome" (CLS), can elicit new-onset and exacerbate chronic pulmonary conditions. A 28-year-old female with a history of chronic controlled asthma arrived at the Emergency Department (ED), referring to cocaine inhalation, followed by symptoms compatible with an asthmatic crisis, requiring immediate steroid and bronchodilator therapy. Radiological studies and bronchoscopy confirmed CLS diagnosis. Despite treatment with oxygen, bronchodilators, and steroids, the asthmatic crises persisted. However, after 48 hours, we observed a complete regression of the lung infiltrates. This case highlights the importance of clinical suspicion, bronchoscopy findings, and the potential co-occurrence of CLS with asthma exacerbations. While computed tomography (CT) scans can be helpful, they should not be the only tool to diagnose CLS. The successful management of CLS involves the use of bronchodilators, steroids, and oxygen therapy and abstaining from cocaine use. Researchers should conduct further studies to diagnose and treat CLS in conjunction with acute asthma symptoms to assist this patient population better.
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We report on a theoretical study of a Cs2 molecule illuminated by two lasers and show how this can result in novel quantum dynamics. We reveal that these interactions facilitate the bypass of the non-crossing rule, forming light-induced conical intersections and modifiable avoided crossings. Our findings show how laser field orientation and strength, along with initial phase differences, can control molecular-state transitions, especially on the micromotion scale. We also extensively discuss how the interaction of radiation with matter gives rise to the emergence of potential energy surfaces of hybrids of radiation and molecular states. This research advances a technique for manipulating photoassociation processes in Cs2 molecules, offering potential new avenues in quantum control.
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Dysphagia lusoria (DL) is a rare clinical entity that presents with dysphagia derived from the anatomical obstruction of the esophagus by an aberrant vessel originating from the right subclavian artery. We present the case of a 64-year-old patient with a medical history of chronic, intermittent, mild, and self-limited dysphagia for over 20 years, wherein we formulated the diagnosis of DL. A 64-year-old woman arrived at the emergency department with a 24-hour history of acute progressive dysphagia, leading to intolerance to oral intake and minimal exertion dyspnea. A thorough clinical analysis and exclusion of other more common clinical entities will lead to its diagnosis. Our patient presented with respiratory symptoms, which is rare considering that these clinical presentations are more common in the pediatric population, explained by its tracheal elasticity. The combination of respiratory symptoms in an elderly patient, along with the typical mechanical dysphagia of DL, adds complexity to the diagnostic process, making this case unique.
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Introduction: The development of cognitive dysfunction is not necessarily associated with diet-induced obesity. We hypothesized that cognitive dysfunction might require additional vascular damage, for example, in atherosclerotic mice. Methods: We induced atherosclerosis in male C57BL/6N mice by injecting AAV-PCSK9DY (2x1011 VG) and feeding them a cholesterol-rich Western diet. After 3 months, mice were examined for cognition using Barnes maze procedure and for cerebral blood flow. Cerebral vascular morphology was examined by immunehistology. Results: In AAV-PCSK9DY-treated mice, plaque burden, plasma cholesterol, and triglycerides are elevated. RNAseq analyses followed by KEGG annotation show increased expression of genes linked to inflammatory processes in the aortas of these mice. In AAV-PCSK9DY-treated mice learning was delayed and long-term memory impaired. Blood flow was reduced in the cingulate cortex (-17%), caudate putamen (-15%), and hippocampus (-10%). Immunohistological studies also show an increased incidence of string vessels and pericytes (CD31/Col IV staining) in the hippocampus accompanied by patchy blood-brain barrier leaks (IgG staining) and increased macrophage infiltrations (CD68 staining). Discussion: We conclude that the hyperlipidemic PCSK9DY mouse model can serve as an appropriate approach to induce microvascular dysfunction that leads to reduced blood flow in the hippocampus, which could explain the cognitive dysfunction in these mice.