Uso de macro dosis de oxitocina en mujeres conóbito fetal / Use of macro doses of oxytocin in women with stillbirth / Uso de macro doses de oxitocina em mulheres com óbito fetal

Resumen El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar la mejor evidencia científica disponible sobre el uso de macro dosis de oxitocina comparado con dosis estándar en mujeres que presentaron óbito fetal en el año 2017. Las acciones profesionales obstétricas para la atención en los partos varían ampliamente entre los diferentes países, entre las diferentes instituciones nacionales y los diferentes equipos encargados de dicha atención. El realizar investigación en el campo de obstetricia nos permite determinar cuáles son las mejores acciones basadas en la evidencia científica y de esta manera ofrecer una atención de calidad a la usuaria gestante. Para realizar el estudio se aplicó la metodología de Práctica Clínica Basada en la Evidencia; se inició con la elaboración de la pregunta clínica seguido por búsqueda de información en las bases de datos científicas como MEDLINE, COCHRANE, SCIENCIE DIRECT, TRIPDATA BASE, SCIELO y PUBMED. La búsqueda en todas las bases de datos recuperó un total de 2548 artículos, los cuales fueron revisados cuidadosamente por título y abstract. Al finalizar, se recuperó un artículo el cual fue objeto de análisis crítico. Se concluye que la mejor evidencia disponible es insuficiente para dar respuesta fiable a la pregunta clínica establecida sobre el tema.

Abstract The objective of this study was to analyze the best available scientific evidence on the use of macro doses of oxytocin compared to standard doses in women who presented fetal death in the year 2017. The professional obstetric actions for delivery care vary widely among the different countries, between the different national institutions and the different teams responsible for such care. Conducting research in the field of obstetrics allows us to determine what are the best actions based on scientific evidence and thus provide quality care to the pregnant user. In order to carry out the study, the methodology of Clinical Practice Based on Evidence was applied; It began with the elaboration of the clinical question followed by the search of information in the scientific databases such as MEDLINE, COCHRANE, SCIENCIE DIRECT, TRIPDATA BASE, SCIELO and PUBMED. The search in all the databases retrieved a total of 2 548 articles, which were carefully reviewed by title and abstract. At the end, an article was retrieved which was the subject of critical analysis. It is concluded that the best available evidence is insufficient to give a reliable answer to the clinical question established on the subject.

Resumo O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar as melhores evidências científicas disponíveis sobre o uso de macro doses de oxitocina em comparação com doses padrão em mulheres que apresentaram morte fetal no ano 2017. As ações obstétricas profissionais para atendimento de parto variam amplamente entre as diferentes países, entre as diferentes instituições nacionais e as diferentes equipes responsáveis ​​por esses cuidados. A realização de pesquisas no campo da obstetrícia nos permite determinar quais são as melhores ações baseadas em evidências científicas e, portanto, fornecer cuidados de qualidade para o usuário grávida. Para realizar o estudo, foi aplicada a metodologia da Prática Clínica Baseada na Evidência; Começou com a elaboração da questão clínica seguida pela busca de informações nas bases de dados científicas, como MEDLINE, COCHRANE, SCIENCIE DIRECT, TRIPDATA BASE, SCIELO e PUBMED. A pesquisa em todos os bancos de dados recuperou um total de 2 548 artigos, que foram cuidadosamente revisados ​​por título e resumo. No final, um artigo foi recuperado, que foi objeto de análise crítica. Conclui-se que a melhor evidência disponível é insuficiente para dar uma resposta confiável à questão clínica estabelecida no assunto.

A survey of intestinal parasites including associated risk factors in humans in Panama.

BACKGROUND: Intestinal parasitic infections are among the most common infections worldwide, leading to illness with serious and long lasting implications in children and immunocompromised people. Transmission of intestinal parasites is more frequent in tropical and sub-tropical areas where sanitation is poor and socioeconomic conditions are deficient. Panama is a country where climate and social conditions could be reflected in a high number of people infected with intestinal parasites. The presence, prevalence, and distribution of intestinal parasites in this country have been approached to date only in very restricted areas and population groups, but the impact of intestinal parasite infections at the national level is unknown. METHODOLOGY/PRINCIPAL FINDINGS: We conducted a cross-sectional survey between 2008 and 2010 to determine the prevalence of intestinal parasites across Panama. Overall, 14 municipalities in seven provinces of Panama were surveyed. The presence of eggs, cysts, and larvae was assessed by microscopy in 1123 human fecal samples using a concentration technique. A questionnaire to identify risk factors associated with the frequency of intestinal parasites in the study population was also prepared and performed. Overall, 47.4% of human samples presented parasites. Variables including community type, age group, occupation, co-presence of commensals and socioeconomic factors (use of shoes and type of sanitation) were significantly associated with intestinal parasites (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS/SIGNIFICANCE: The preliminary data obtained in the current study, showing a high prevalence of fecal-oral transmitted parasites in Panama, place intestinal parasitism as a major health problem in this country. Specific interventions should be planned for the indigenous population, the group most afflicted by intestinal parasites.

Comunicación entre el personal directivo y operativo de enfermería y su influencia en la productividad / Communication between directing and operating nursing personnel upon their productivity

Se realizó una investigación de campo para saber si la comunicación entre los personales directivo y operativo de enfermería influye sobre la productividad. Se aplicaron dos encuestas, una para cada personal, en el Hospital General de Mexicali de la Secretaría de Salud y en el Hospital de Ginecoobstetricia y Pediatría con Unidad de Medicina Familiar Núm. 31 del Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, en la misma ciudad. Los resultados muestran que ambos grupos consideran importante la comunicación para un buen desempeño laboral; sin embargo, reconocen que existen deficiencias en la comunicación, lo que motiva que el personal desconozca los objetivos y programas prioritarios de la institución en que labora. En aspectos como colaboración, satisfacción personal y motivación con el equipo de salud, los resultados fueron positivos, si bien se encontraron incongruencias en lo que se refiere a jornada laboral y carga de trabajo