Occupational Therapy Task Observation Scale (OTTOS) and Comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation Scale (CO-TES): Italian translation, adaptation, and validation.

Background: In literature there is a lack of specific evaluation tools for behavior in intellectual disabilities in general and during an activity, this is one of the most important field of the Occupational Therapy intervention. Objective: Authors developed an Italian version of the Occupational Therapy Task Observation Scale (OTTOS) and an Italian version of the Comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation Scale (COTES) and examined their reliability and validity. Methods: The original scales were translated from English to Italian using the "Translation and Cultural Adaptation of Patient Reported Outcomes Measures-Principles of Good Practice" guidelines. Both scales were administered to adults with mild and moderate intellectual disabilities. People under eighteen years, with severe and profound intellectual disabilities and deaf people were excluded from the study. Their reliability and validity have been examined. Relia-bility was analyzed via internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) and stability (intra/inter-rater coefficient), while validity was investigated via construct validity (p-value) and criterion validity using Pearson's correlation coefficients between them and with the Mini Mental State Examination and the Barthel Index Scale. Results: The OTTOS and the COTES were administered to 30 subjects. Cronbach's α for the COTES was 0,91 and Cronbach's α for the OTTOS was 0,92. Regarding the criterion of validity, the two scales have numerous statistically positive correlations, particularly with the Mini Mental State Examination in the Orientation and total part. Furthermore, the correlation with the Barthel scale is present in the total scores, the COTES's third subscale, and the OTTOS's first. Conclusions: The OTTOS and the COTES were reliable and valid outcome measures for assessing behavior in the Italian population.

Efectos de la pandemia de COVID-19 sobre la salud mental de niños y adolescentes: revisión sistemática y meta-análisis / Effects of the covid-19 pandemic on the mental health of children and adolescents: systematic review and meta-analysis

Introducción: La enfermedad por COVID-19 ha afectado a millones de personas en todo el mundo y ha planteado un desafío sin precedentes a los sistemas de salud, provocando medidas como el distanciamiento social y el confinamiento domiciliario, que han afectado a la vida diaria y las relaciones sociales de la población. El objetivo principal de este artículo fue examinar las consecuencias de estas circunstancias en la salud mental infanto-juvenil. Método: Se realizó una revisión sistemática de la literatura científica disponible en PubMed, PsycINFO, Embase y ScinceDirect, de acuerdo con las recomendaciones de la Declaración PRISMA. La selección de los estudios se realizó en base a los siguientes criterios: estudios de investigación originales, con un diseño metodológico prospectivo, publicados a partir del año 2020 y que en sus resultados evaluaran mediante escalas niveles de depresión, estrés, ansiedad y/o problemas conductuales de la población infanto-juvenil durante la pandemia por SARS-CoV-2. Resultados: De los 334 estudios identificados, 14 cumplían los criterios establecidos para ser incluidos en esta revisión. Se agruparon los resultados en sintomatología internalizante y externalizante. En relación a la sintomatología internalizante, la diferencia de medias pre-post, analizada mediante la d de Cohen, fue de 0.172 (0.036; 0.308) siendo significativa (p = 0.0131). Por el contrario, no se objetivaron diferencias significativas en la sintomatología externalizante (p = 0.7314).Conclusiones: Durante la pandemia se observó un aumento de la sintomatología internalizante, pero no de la externalizante, en niños y adolescentes. Al mismo tiempo, se observaron variaciones que sugieren que el efecto podría estar modulado por factores individuales y contextuales.(AU)

Introduction: COVID-19 disease has affected millions of people worldwide and has posed an unprecedented challenge to health systems, leading to measures such as social distancing and home confinement that have affected the daily life and social relationships of the population. This article reviews the consequences of these circumstances on child and adolescent mental health. Methods: A systematic review of the scientific literature available in PubMed, PsycINFO, Embase and ScinceDirect was carried out, in accordance with the recommendations of the PRISMA Declaration. The selection of studies followed the following criteria: original research studies with a prospective methodological design published from the year 2020 and whose results evaluated levels of depression, stress, anxiety and/or behavioral problems in the child and adolescent population during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic using clinical scales. Results: Of the 334 studies identified, 14 met the criteria established to be included in this review. Results were grouped into internalizing and externalizing symptomatology. In relation to internalizing symptomatology the mean difference pre-post analyzed using Cohen’s d was 0.172 (0.036; 0.308), which was significant (p = 0.0131). No significant differences were observed in externalizing symptomatology (p = 0.7314). Conclusions: During the pandemic an increase in internalizing symptoms was observed, but not in externalizing symptoms, in children and adolescents. Also were observed variations suggesting that the effect could be modulated by individual and contextual factors.(AU)

Profilaxis antiepiléptica en meningiomas: revisión sistemática y metaanálisis / Seizure prophylaxis in meningiomas: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Introducción: En la actualidad, no existe una indicación formal de profilaxis anticomicial en neurocirugía oncológica. Tampoco existen recomendaciones específicas sobre el uso de fármacos antiepilépticos (FAE) en pacientes portadores de meningiomas y libres de crisis que van a ser intervenidos. En general, se prescriben FAE de forma discrecional, teniendo en cuenta diversos factores de riesgo clínico-radiológicos. Presentamos una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis sobre la efectividad de la profilaxis anticomicial en meningiomas sin historia previa de crisis. Métodos: Se realizó una búsqueda sistemática en las bases de datos PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled trials, Embase y clinicaltrials.gov. De los 4.368 estudios inicialmente identificados, finalmente se incluyeron 12 para la extracción de datos y análisis cualitativo. Los datos clínicos permitieron incluir únicamente 6 estudios en el metaanálisis. Se realizaron estudios de heterogeneidad, cálculo de OR combinada, evaluación del sesgo de publicación y análisis de sensibilidad. Resultados: La profilaxis con FAE en meningiomas sin crisis previas no redujo de forma significativa la incidencia de crisis postoperatorias respecto a los controles (OR combinada de Mantle-Haenszel, efectos aleatorios, de 1,26, IC del 95%, 0,60-2,78, sobre 2.041 pacientes). Sin embargo, la ausencia de estudios prospectivos, la presencia de sesgo de selección en los estudios, una probable infraestimación del número de crisis durante el seguimiento y la influencia marcada de un estudio sobre el efecto global impiden establecer una recomendación sólida en contra de la profilaxis anticomicial. Conclusiones: Dentro de las limitaciones de esta revisión, los resultados del metaanálisis no apoyan el uso rutinario de la profilaxis antiepiléptica en pacientes con meningiomas sin historia previa de crisis.(AU)

Introduction: No formal indication currently exists for seizure prophylaxis in neurosurgical oncology patients. Neither have specific recommendations been made on the use of antiepileptic drugs (AED) in seizure-free patients with meningiomas scheduled for surgery. AEDs are generally prescribed on a discretionary basis, taking into consideration a range of clinical and radiological risk factors. We present a systematic review and meta-analysis exploring the effectiveness of antiepileptic prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures. Methods: We performed a systematic review of the PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Embase, and clinicaltrials.gov databases. Of a total of 4368 studies initially identified, 12 were selected for extraction of data and qualitative analysis. Based on the clinical data presented, we were only able to include 6 studies in the meta-analysis. We performed heterogeneity studies, calculated a combined odds ratio, evaluated publication bias, and conducted a sensitivity analysis. Results: AED prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures did not significantly reduce the incidence of post-operative seizures in comparison to controls (Mantel-Haenszel combined odds ratio, random effects model: 1.26 [95% confidence interval, 0.60-2.78]; 2041 patients). However, we are unable to establish a robust recommendation against this treatment due to the lack of prospective studies, the presence of selection bias in the studies reviewed, the likelihood of underestimation of seizure frequency during follow-up, and the strong influence of one study on the overall effect. Conclusions: Despite the limitations of this review, the results of the meta-analysis do not support the routine use of seizure prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures.(AU)

Italian translation, cultural adaptation, and validation of the Intermittent Catheterization Acceptance Test (I-CAT).

Aims: The purpose of the present study was to translate and culturally adapt the Intermittent Catheterization Acceptance Test (I-CAT) for Italian individuals with spinal cord injury and spina bifida and to measure its psychometric properties. Methods: Consent from the authors of I-CAT was received, and then, following international guidelines, it was culturally adapted to Italian. The included participants adults who practice self-catheteri-zation. In order to evaluate criterion validity, the Qualiveen-30, Spinal Cord Independence Measure (SCIM-self reported), and the Moorong self-efficacy scale (MSES) were administered together. Test-retest reliability was assessed administering the I-CAT a second time within a week. Following the COSMIN checklist, psychometric properties were evaluated. Results: All translated items resulted identical or similar to the original versions. Internal consistency, evaluated on 34 individuals, showed values of Cronbach's alpha of 0.889, test-retest reliability was evaluated through the intraclass correlation coefficient with values of 0.96. Statistically significant correlation between the I-ICAT and Qualiveen were found through Pearson's correlation coefficient and Spearman's Correlation Coefficient for criterion validity. Conclusions: The Italian validation of I-CAT allows Italian professionals to investigate psychological barriers linked with self-catheterization in people with urinary tract dysfunction before learning about aseptic Intermittent Self Catheterization (IC) and improving patients' acceptance of it. This tool can also be used as follow-up after the training of intermittent self-catheterization techniques. Finally, it is an important tool for medical research.

Seizure prophylaxis in meningiomas: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

INTRODUCTION: No formal indication currently exists for seizure prophylaxis in neurosurgical oncology patients. Neither have specific recommendations been made on the use of antiepileptic drugs (AED) in seizure-free patients with meningiomas scheduled for surgery. AEDs are generally prescribed on a discretionary basis, taking into consideration a range of clinical and radiological risk factors. We present a systematic review and meta-analysis exploring the effectiveness of antiepileptic prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures. METHODS: We performed a systematic review of the PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Embase, and clinicaltrials.gov databases. Of a total of 4368 studies initially identified, 12 were selected for extraction of data and qualitative analysis. Based on the clinical data presented, we were only able to include 6 studies in the meta-analysis. We performed heterogeneity studies, calculated a combined odds ratio, evaluated publication bias, and conducted a sensitivity analysis. RESULTS: AED prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures did not significantly reduce the incidence of post-operative seizures in comparison to controls (Mantel-Haenszel combined odds ratio, random effects model: 1.26 [95% confidence interval, 0.60-2.78]; 2041 patients). However, we are unable to establish a robust recommendation against this treatment due to the lack of prospective studies, the presence of selection bias in the studies reviewed, the likelihood of underestimation of seizure frequency during follow-up, and the strong influence of one study on the overall effect. CONCLUSIONS: Despite the limitations of this review, the results of the meta-analysis do not support the routine use of seizure prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures.

Seizure prophylaxis in meningiomas: A systematic review and meta-analysis. / Profilaxis antiepiléptica en meningiomas: revisión sistemática y metaanálisis.

INTRODUCTION: No formal indication currently exists for seizure prophylaxis in neurosurgical oncology patients. Neither have specific recommendations been made on the use of antiepileptic drugs (AED) in seizure-free patients with meningiomas scheduled for surgery. AEDs are generally prescribed on a discretionary basis, taking into consideration a range of clinical and radiological risk factors. We present a systematic review and meta-analysis exploring the effectiveness of antiepileptic prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures. METHODS: We performed a systematic review of the PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Embase, and clinicaltrials.gov databases. Of a total of 4368 studies initially identified, 12 were selected for extraction of data and qualitative analysis. Based on the clinical data presented, we were only able to include 6 studies in the meta-analysis. We performed heterogeneity studies, calculated a combined odds ratio, evaluated publication bias, and conducted a sensitivity analysis. RESULTS: AED prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures did not significantly reduce the incidence of post-operative seizures in comparison to controls (Mantel-Haenszel combined odds ratio, random effects model: 1.26 [95% confidence interval, 0.60-2.78]; 2041 patients). However, we are unable to establish a robust recommendation against this treatment due to the lack of prospective studies, the presence of selection bias in the studies reviewed, the likelihood of underestimation of seizure frequency during follow-up, and the strong influence of one study on the overall effect. CONCLUSIONS: Despite the limitations of this review, the results of the meta-analysis do not support the routine use of seizure prophylaxis in patients with meningioma and no history of seizures.

[Efficacy of a dynamic orthosis on the upper limbs in the chronic phase of strokes. A longitudinal study]. / Eficacia de la ortesis dinamica del miembro superior en la fase cronica del ictus. Estudio longitudinal.

AIMS: Stroke is the most important medical condition leading to permanent disability in adults. The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of dynamic orthoses in the rehabilitation of the upper limbs in patients who have had a stroke. PATIENTS AND METHODS: We conducted a longitudinal case-control study. The sample used in the study consisted of patients from rehabilitation centres who presented hemiparesis secondary to an ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke. The patients were randomly distributed into a study group, whose members received a dynamic orthosis on an upper limb for a six-month period, and a control group. Appraisals were performed pre- and post-treatment with the orthosis with Fugl-Meyer Assessment Scale and with Wolf Motor Function to measure their command over body functions and activities. Differences between pre- and post-test were compared using ANCOVA and Student's t. RESULTS: The sample included 40 patients (65% males) who presented chronic hemiparesis secondary to ischaemic (n = 28) or haemorrhagic stroke (n = 12), with a mean age of 58.43 ± 8.67 years. After the six-month follow-up, improved motor function was observed in both groups, according to both scales. The use of a dynamic orthosis was associated with a tendency towards improved strength in the upper limb. CONCLUSIONS: Rehabilitation following a stroke improves strength and body activities in the upper limb. The use of a dynamic orthosis can further improve the strength in this limb, but additional research is needed to confirm our results.

TITLE: Eficacia de la ortesis dinamica del miembro superior en la fase cronica del ictus. Estudio longitudinal.Objetivo. El ictus es la condicion medica mas importante que origina discapacidad permanente en el adulto. El objetivo es valorar la eficacia de ortesis dinamicas en la rehabilitacion del miembro superior en pacientes que han presentado un ictus. Pacientes y metodos. Estudio longitudinal de casos y controles. Se incluyo una muestra de pacientes procedentes de centros de rehabilitacion que presentaban hemiparesia secundaria a ictus isquemico o hemorragico. De forma aleatoria, los pacientes fueron distribuidos en un grupo de estudio, cuyos miembros recibieron una ortesis dinamica en el miembro superior durante seis meses, y un grupo control. Se realizaron valoraciones pre y postratamiento con la ortesis con la Fugl-Meyer Assessment Scale y con la Wolf Motor Function para medir los dominios de las funciones y actividades corporales. Se compararon las diferencias entre pre y postest usando ANCOVA y t de Student. Resultados. Se incluyo a 40 pacientes (65% hombres) que presentaban una hemiparesia cronica secundaria a ictus isquemico (n = 28) o hemorragico (n = 12), con una edad media de 58,43 ± 8,67 años. Tras el seguimiento de seis meses, se observo una mejoria en ambos grupos en la funcion motora segun ambas escalas. El uso de la ortesis dinamica se asocio a una tendencia hacia la mejoria en la fuerza de la extremidad superior. Conclusiones. La rehabilitacion tras el ictus mejora la fuerza y las actividades corporales en el miembro superior. El uso de una ortesis dinamica puede adicionalmente mejorar la fuerza en este miembro, pero se necesitan mas estudios para confirmar nuestros resultados.

Implicaciones del uso de órtesis dinámicas en la mejora de la calidad de vida de los pacientes con ictus / Implications of using dynamic orthoses in the improvement of the quality of life for patients with stroke

Objetivo: Estudiar la eficacia de las ortésis dinámicas en la mejora funcional y calidad de vida en personas con discapacidad. Material y método: Se realizó un estudio de 40 pacientes con daño cerebral adquirido por diversos motivos, principalmente por ictus. Tras una primera valoración se confeccionaron ortésis dinámicas a medida. La utilización de las mismas se estableció en un periodo de tres meses con uso diurno. Tras completar el tratamiento se procedió a una segunda evaluación. Se utilizó una metodología que contempla grupo control y grupo experimental. Las escalas utilizadas fueron la Fugl-Meyer Assessment Scale y la escala Wolf Motor Function. El tiempo medio por valoración y usuario fue aproximadamente de una hora. Resultados: Tras la valoración una vez finalizado el tratamiento con órtesis, se encontraron diferencias significativas en todos los sujetos independientemente de que pertenecieran al grupo control o al grupo experimental, aunque no se apreciaron diferencias significativas entre los grupos, registrándose mejorías en ambos. Conclusión: El tratamiento con órtesis dinámicas en personas que han sufrido daño cerebral mejora los síntomas de éstas. Sin embargo, es difícil precisar hasta qué punto, la mejoría es debida a la utilización de las órtesis o a la evolución propia de la enfermedad (AU)

Objective: To study the effectiveness of dynamic orthoses on functional improvement and quality of life of people with disabilities. Material and method: We carried out a study with 40 acquired brain injury patients. The injury was due to various reasons, mainly to stroke. After an initial assessment, custom-fitted dynamic orthoses were produced for each patient. We set the use of it for a period of three months for daytime wear. After completing treatment we proceeded to a second assesment. We used a methodology that considers control and experimental group. The scales used were the Fugl -Meyer Assessment Scale and the Wolf Motor Function scale. The average time for assessment for each user is approximately one hour. Results: In the assessment after treatment with orthoses, significant differences in all subjects regardless of whether they belonged to the control group or the experimental group were found. Although, no significant differences between groups were appreciated, finding improvements in both of them. Conclusion: Treatment with dynamic orthoses in people that have suffered brain damage improves symptoms of it. However, it is difficult to determine whether the improvement is due to the use of orthoses or to the evolution of the disease (AU)