Racial and ethnic disparities in premature births among pregnant women in the NISAMI cohort, Brazil.

The incidence of premature birth has increased worldwide, unequally distributed by race/ethnicity. Racism generates economic inequalities, educational disparities, and differential access to health care, which increases the risk of preterm birth. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the factors associated with preterm birth and racial and ethnic disparities in premature birth among pregnant women attending prenatal care at the Brazilian Unified Health System health units in the urban area of Santo Antônio de Jesus, Bahia, Brazil. This study used data from 938 pregnant women aged between 18 to 45 years within the NISAMI prospective cohort. Premature birth prevalence was 11.8%, with a higher prevalence among black than non-black women (12.9% versus 6.0%, respectively). Maternal age between 18 and 24 years was the only factor associated with premature birth. A higher risk of premature birth was found among black women than non-black women (RR 3.22; 95%CI 1.42-7.32). These results reveal the existence of racial and social inequalities in the occurrence of premature birth.

Racial and ethnic disparities in premature births among pregnant women in the NISAMI cohort, Brazil / Disparidades étnicas e raciais nos partos prematuros entre gestantes da coorte NISAMI, Brasil

Abstract The incidence of premature birth has increased worldwide, unequally distributed by race/ethnicity. Racism generates economic inequalities, educational disparities, and differential access to health care, which increases the risk of preterm birth. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the factors associated with preterm birth and racial and ethnic disparities in premature birth among pregnant women attending prenatal care at the Brazilian Unified Health System health units in the urban area of Santo Antônio de Jesus, Bahia, Brazil. This study used data from 938 pregnant women aged between 18 to 45 years within the NISAMI prospective cohort. Premature birth prevalence was 11.8%, with a higher prevalence among black than non-black women (12.9% versus 6.0%, respectively). Maternal age between 18 and 24 years was the only factor associated with premature birth. A higher risk of premature birth was found among black women than non-black women (RR 3.22; 95%CI 1.42-7.32). These results reveal the existence of racial and social inequalities in the occurrence of premature birth.

Resumo A incidência de parto prematuro tem aumentado em todo o mundo, distribuída de forma desigual por raça/etnia. O racismo gera desigualdades econômicas, disparidades educacionais e acesso diferenciado à saúde, o que aumenta o risco de parto prematuro. Assim, este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar os fatores associados à prematuridade e disparidades raciais e étnicas no parto prematuro entre gestantes atendidas durante o pré-natal em unidades de saúde do Sistema Único de Saúde na zona urbana de Santo Antônio de Jesus, Bahia, Brasil. Este estudo utilizou dados de 938 mulheres grávidas com idade entre 18 e 45 anos dentro da coorte prospectiva do NISAMI. A prevalência de prematuridade foi de 11,8%, sendo maior entre as negras do que entre as não negras (12,9% versus 6,0%, respectivamente). A idade materna entre 18 e 24 anos foi o único fator associado ao parto prematuro. Foi encontrado maior risco de prematuridade entre as mulheres negras do que entre as não negras (RR 3,22; IC95% 1,42-7,32). Esses resultados revelam a existência de desigualdades raciais e sociais na ocorrência do parto prematuro.

Maternal mortality in adolescents and young adults: temporal trend and correlation with prenatal care coverage in the state of Bahia, Brazil, 2000-2020.

MAIN RESULTS: From 2000 to 2020, maternal mortality among adolescents and young adults showed a decreasing trend in the state of Bahia. It could be seen an inverse and significant correlation between the highest number of prenatal care visits and maternal mortality in the studied groups. IMPLICATIONS FOR SERVICES: The study suggests the importance of quality obstetric care during prenatal, childbirth, and postpartum period for reducing maternal mortality among adolescents and young adults, especially from preventable causes. PERSPECTIVES: Improving the records of causes of death on information systems, enhancing obstetric care, and investing in sexual and reproductive health policies aimed at adolescents may contribute to the reduction of maternal deaths. OBJECTIVE: to analyze the temporal trend of maternal mortality and correlate it with prenatal care coverage among adolescents and young adults, state of Bahia, Brazil, 2000-2020. METHODS: this was an ecological time-series study and correlation between maternal deaths and prenatal care visits in 10-19 and 20-24 age groups, using the Mortality Information System; the trend analysis was performed by means of Prais-Winsten regression, according to race/skin color, timing and causes of death; and Spearman coefficient was used for correlation. RESULTS: in the study period, 418 deaths among adolescents and 574 among young adults were recorded; maternal mortality ratio was 59.7 and 63.2 deaths/100,000 live births, with a significant decreasing trend (-2.2% and -2.9% respectively); it could be seen an inverse correlation between a higher number of prenatal care visits and maternal mortality in the age groups. CONCLUSION: maternal mortality showed a decreasing trend in the study period, but with high proportions of death; there was a significant correlation between prenatal care coverage and maternal mortality among adolescents and young adults.

Mortalidade materna na adolescência e juventude: tendência temporal e correlação com cobertura pré-natal na Bahia, 2000-2020 / Maternal mortality in adolescents and young adults: temporal trend and correlation with prenatal care coverage in the state of Bahia, Brazil, 2000-2020 / Mortalidade materna na adolescência e juventude: tendência temporal e correlação com cobertura pré-natal na Bahia, 2000-2020

Objetivo: analisar a tendência temporal da mortalidade materna e correlacioná-la com a cobertura pré-natal entre adolescentes e adultas jovens, Bahia, Brasil, 2000-2020. Métodos: estudo ecológico de série temporal e correlação entre óbitos maternos e consulta de pré-natal aos 10-19 e 20-24 anos, utilizando-se o Sistema de Informações sobre Mortalidade; a tendência foi analisada pela regressão de Prais-Winsten, segundo raça/cor da pele, causas e momento do óbito; para a correlação, utilizou-se o coeficiente de Spearman. Resultados: no período, foram registrados 418 óbitos de adolescentes e 574 de adultas jovens; razão de mortalidade materna de 59,7 e 63,2 óbitos/100 mil nascidos vivos, com tendência decrescente significante (-2,2% e -2,9% respectivamente); observou-se correlação inversa entre maior número de consultas e mortalidade materna, nos grupos etários. Conclusão: a mortalidade materna apresentou tendência de redução no período, porém com altas proporções de óbito; houve correlação significante entre cobertura pré-natal e mortalidade materna, entre adolescentes e adultas jovens.

Objective: to analyze the temporal trend of maternal mortality and correlate it with prenatal care coverage among adolescents and young adults, state of Bahia, Brazil, 2000-2020. Methods: this was an ecological time-series study and correlation between maternal deaths and prenatal care visits in 10-19 and 20-24 age groups, using the Mortality Information System; the trend analysis was performed by means of Prais-Winsten regression, according to race/skin color, timing and causes of death; and Spearman coefficient was used for correlation. Results: in the study period, 418 deaths among adolescents and 574 among young adults were recorded; maternal mortality ratio was 59.7 and 63.2 deaths/100,000 live births, with a significant decreasing trend (-2.2% and -2.9% respectively); it could be seen an inverse correlation between a higher number of prenatal care visits and maternal mortality in the age groups. Conclusion: maternal mortality showed a decreasing trend in the study period, but with high proportions of death; there was a significant correlation between prenatal care coverage and maternal mortality among adolescents and young adults.

Objetivo: analizar la tendencia temporal de la mortalidad materna y correlacionarla con la cobertura prenatal, entre adolescentes y adultas jóvenes, en el estado de Bahía, período 2000-2020. Métodos: estudio ecológico de series temporales y correlación entre muertes maternas y atención prenatal, en grupos de edad de 10-19 y 20-24, utilizando el Sistema de Información de Mortalidad. Analizó la tendencia mediante regresión de Prais-Winsten, según raza/color de piel, causas y hora de muerte; para correlación, el coeficiente de Spearman. Resultados: en el período se registraron 418 muertes de adolescentes y 574 de adultas jóvenes; razón de mortalidad materna de 59,7 y 63,2 muertes/100.000 nacidos vivos, con importante tendencia a la baja (-2,2%; -2,9%, respectivamente). Se observó correlación inversa entre el mayor número de consultas y la mortalidad materna en grupos. Conclusión: la mortalidad materna mostró tendencia descendente en el período, pero con altas proporciones de muertes. Hubo una correlación significativa entre la cobertura prenatal y la mortalidad materna, adolescente y adulta joven.

Investigation of maternal polymorphisms in genes related to glucose homeostasis and the influence on birth weight: a cohort study

Abstract Objectives: To contribute to a better understanding of the maternal genetic mechanisms that influence obstetric outcomes and that are involved in maternal and child health, this study aimed to evaluate the association between maternal genetic variants and the offspring birth weight by analyzing single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in genes related to glucose homeostasis. Methods: Three polymorphisms were analyzed (GCK rs1799884, TCF7L2 rs7903146 and LEPR rs1137101) in 250 pregnant women who participated in a Brazilian prospective cohort study. Genotyping was performed by Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) using pre-designed TaqMan® SNP genotyping assays. Vitamin D dosage was performed by chemiluminescence. Variance, Pearson's chi-square test and multiple linear regression were used for the statistical analysis. Results: It was possible to verify a significant association between birth weight and maternal GCK rs1799884 when obstetric outcomes, clinical and anthropometric characteristics were taken into consideration. The children of homozygous women for the minor allele GCK rs1799884 presented lower birth weight (β = -335.25, 95% CI = -669.39; -1.17, p = 0.04). Furthermore, a direct link between a leptin receptor variant and gestational duration was found (p = 0.037). Conclusion: The variant GCK rs1799884 (mm) was associated with a reduction in newborn weight in the miscegenated Brazilian population.

Bolsa Familia Program and Perinatal Outcomes: NISAMI Cohort.

This study aimed to assess the impact of the Bolsa Familia Program on perinatal outcomes of pregnant women. A cohort study was conducted with pregnant women supported by prenatal services at 17 Family Health Units in Bahia, Brazil. A previously tested structured questionnaire, which has sociodemographic, economic, prenatal care, lifestyle, and nutritional variables, has been used to collect data. The outcomes included premature birth and low birth weight. A hierarchical conceptual model was constructed, and logistic regression analysis was performed. From a total of 1173 pregnant women, the identified average age was 25.44 years and 34.10% had pre-gestational overweight. The non-beneficiary pregnant women presented a 1.54 (95% CI = 0.46-5.09) times higher chance of giving birth to children with low weight and a 1.03 (95% CI = 95% CI = 0.53-2.00) times chance of premature birth when compared to the beneficiary group. In the multilevel model, some variables were statistically significant, such as age between 18 and 24 years (p = 0.003), age greater than or equal to 35 years (p = 0.025), family income (p = 0.008), employment status (p = 0.010), and maternal height (p = 0.009). The Bolsa Familia Program, as an integrated strategy of social inclusion and economic development, is suggested to exert a protective effect on the health of mother-concept binomial.

FADS1 and FADS2 Gene Polymorphisms Modulate the Relationship of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acid Plasma Concentrations in Gestational Weight Gain: A NISAMI Cohort Study.

The polymorphisms of fatty acid desaturase genes FADS1 and FADS2 have been associated with an increase in weight gain. We investigated FADS1 and FADS2 gene polymorphisms and the relation between ω-3 and ω-6 fatty acid plasma concentrations and gestational weight gain. A prospective cohort study of 199 pregnant women was followed in Santo Antônio de Jesus, Brazil. Plasma levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) were measured at baseline and gestational weight gain during the first, second, and third trimesters. Fatty acid recognition was carried out with the aid of gas chromatography. Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were genotyped using real-time PCR. Statistical analyses included Structural Equation Modelling. A direct effect of FADS1 and FADS2 gene polymorphisms on gestational weight was observed; however, only the SNP rs174575 (FADS2) showed a significant positive direct effect on weight over the course of the pregnancy (0.106; p = 0.016). In terms of the influence of SNPs on plasma levels of PUFAs, it was found that SNP rs174561 (FADS1) and SNP rs174575 (FADS2) showed direct adverse effects on plasma concentrations of ω-3 (eicosapentaenoic acid and alpha-linoleic acid), and only SNP rs174575 had positive direct effects on plasma levels of ARA and the ARA/LA (arachidonic acid/linoleic acid) ratio, ω-6 products, while the SNP rs3834458 (FADS2) had an adverse effect on plasma concentrations of EPA, leading to its increase. Pregnant women who were heterozygous and homozygous for the minor allele of the SNP rs3834458 (FADS2), on the other hand, showed larger concentrations of series ω-3 substrates, which indicates a protective factor for women's health.

Socioeconomic and nutritional aspects of pregnant women assisted by Programa Bolsa Família: cohort NISAMI.

The objective of this study was to evaluate the socioeconomic and nutritional assistance factors of pregnant women who are beneficiaries of the Bolsa Família Program and were attended at a prenatal service in the city of Recôncavo da Bahia. A cohort study was conducted with 250 pregnant women from the prenatal service in 16 Family Health Units from August 2013 to December 2014. A structured and previously tested questionnaire was used to collect data. Socioeconomic and nutritional variables were used. It was identified that the average age was 28.3 years, of these, 85.2% studied until high school, 72.4% of pregnant women reported having income less than or equal to two minimum wages, with a mean of 1,036.3 and 26.8% reported receiving the benefit. It was observed that 40% had a pre-gestational Body Mass Index of overweight, 38% presented adequate weight gain for Gestational Age; 90.57% performed more than 7 consultations and 75.6% reported that they made use of alcoholic beverages or stopped in the gestation. The Bolsa Família Program as an integrated strategy for social inclusion and economic development seems to have a protective effect on the nutritional health of pregnant women in the municipality.

Socioeconomic and nutritional aspects of pregnant women assisted by Programa Bolsa Família: cohort NISAMI / Aspectos socioeconômicos e nutricionais de gestantes do Programa Bolsa Família: coorte NISAMI

Abstract The objective of this study was to evaluate the socioeconomic and nutritional assistance factors of pregnant women who are beneficiaries of the Bolsa Família Program and were attended at a prenatal service in the city of Recôncavo da Bahia. A cohort study was conducted with 250 pregnant women from the prenatal service in 16 Family Health Units from August 2013 to December 2014. A structured and previously tested questionnaire was used to collect data. Socioeconomic and nutritional variables were used. It was identified that the average age was 28.3 years, of these, 85.2% studied until high school, 72.4% of pregnant women reported having income less than or equal to two minimum wages, with a mean of 1,036.3 and 26.8% reported receiving the benefit. It was observed that 40% had a pre-gestational Body Mass Index of overweight, 38% presented adequate weight gain for Gestational Age; 90.57% performed more than 7 consultations and 75.6% reported that they made use of alcoholic beverages or stopped in the gestation. The Bolsa Família Program as an integrated strategy for social inclusion and economic development seems to have a protective effect on the nutritional health of pregnant women in the municipality.

Resumo Objetivou-se avaliar os fatores socioeconômicos e de assistência nutricional de gestantes beneficiárias do Programa Bolsa Família que foram atendidas em serviço de pré-natal em município do Recôncavo da Bahia. Estudo transversal realizado com 250 gestantes do serviço de pré-natal em 16 Unidades de Saúde da Família, de agosto de 2013 a dezembro de 2014. Para a coleta de dados, utilizou-se questionário fechado envolvendo informações socioeconômicas, antropométricas e de saúde da gestante. Identificou-se que a média de idade das gestantes foi de 28,3 anos, das quais 85,2% estudaram até o ensino médio, 72,4% das gestantes afirmaram possuir renda menor ou igual a dois salários mínimos, com uma média de 1.036,3 reais, e 26,8% declararam receber o benefício. Observou-se que 40% encontravam-se com Índice de Massa Corporal pré-gestacional de excesso de peso, 38% apresentaram um ganho de peso adequado para Idade Gestacional; 90,57% realizaram mais de 7 consultas, e 75,6% relataram que fizeram uso de bebida alcoólica ou pararam na gestação. O Programa Bolsa Família, enquanto uma estratégia integrada de inclusão social e de desenvolvimento econômico, parece exercer efeito protetor na saúde nutricional das gestantes do município.

[COVID-19 as a syndemic: a theoretical model and foundations for a comprehensive approach in health]. / COVID-19 como sindemia: modelo teórico e fundamentos para a abordagem abrangente em saúde.

This essay aims to present and discuss the theoretical framework for the COVID-19 syndemic. The first part presents the foundations and principles of syndemic theory. For the purposes of this essay, syndemic was defined as a process of synergic interaction between two or more diseases, in which the effects are mutually enhanced. We discussed the three principal typologies of syndemic interaction: mutually causal epidemics; epidemics interacting synergically; and serial causal epidemics. In the second part, COVID-19 is analyzed as a syndemic resulting from the interaction between various groups of diseases and the socioeconomic context. The theoretical model considered the interaction between COVID-19 and chronic noncommunicable diseases, infectious and parasitic diseases, and mental health problems. The essay addressed how social iniquities and conditions of vulnerability act at various levels to increase the effect of COVID-19 and other pandemics. The last section discusses the need for comprehensive, multisector, and integrated responses to COVID-19. A model for intervention was presented that involves the patient care and socioeconomic dimensions. In the sphere of patient care, the authors defend the structuring of strong and responsive health systems, accessible to the entire population. The economic and social dimension addressed the issue of reclaiming the ideals of solidarity, the health promotion strategy, and emphasis on social determinants of health. In conclusion, the lessons learned from the syndemic approach to COVID-19 call on government and society to develop policies that link clinical, sanitary, socioeconomic, and environmental interventions.

Este ensaio tem como objetivo apresentar e discutir o quadro teórico da sindemia da COVID-19. Na primeira parte, são apresentados os fundamentos e princípios da teoria sindêmica. Adotou-se o conceito de sindemia como processo de interação sinérgica entre duas ou mais doenças, no qual os efeitos se potencializam mutuamente. Foram discutidas as três principais tipologias de interação sindêmica: epidemias mutuamente causais; epidemias interagindo sinergicamente; e epidemias causais em série. Na segunda parte, a COVID-19 é analisada como uma sindemia resultante da interação entre vários grupos de doenças e o contexto socioeconômico. O modelo teórico considerou a interação entre COVID-19 e doenças crônicas não transmissíveis, doenças infecciosas e parasitárias e problemas de saúde mental. Abordou-se como as iniquidades sociais e as condições de vulnerabilidade atuam em diversos níveis e potencializam a atuação da COVID-19 e das demais pandemias. Na última seção, discute-se a necessidade de respostas abrangentes, multisetoriais e integradas ao enfrentamento da COVID-19. Foi apresentado um modelo de intervenção envolvendo as dimensões assistencial e socioeconômica. No âmbito assistencial, defendeu-se a estruturação de sistemas de saúde fortes, responsivos e acessíveis a toda a população. A dimensão econômica e social abordou o resgate dos ideais de solidariedade, da estratégia da promoção da saúde e a ênfase sobre os determinantes sociais. Conclui-se que as lições aprendidas com a abordagem sindêmica da COVID-19 exortam governos e a sociedade para o desenvolvimento de políticas que articulem intervenções clínicas, sanitárias, socioeconômicas e ambientais.

Este ensayo tiene como objetivo presentar y discutir el cuadro teórico de la sindemia de la COVID-19. En la primera parte, se presentan los fundamentos y principios de la teoría sindémica. Se adoptó el concepto de sindemia como un proceso de interacción sinérgica entre dos o más enfermedades, en el que los efectos se potencializan mutuamente. Se discutieron las tres principales tipologías de interacción sindémica: epidemias mutuamente causales; epidemias interactuando sinérgicamente; y epidemias causales en serie. En la segunda parte, la COVID-19 es analizada como una sindemia resultante de la interacción entre varios grupos de enfermedades y el contexto socioeconómico. El modelo teórico consideró la interacción entre COVID-19 y enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles, enfermedades infecciosas y parasitarias, así como problemas de salud mental. Se abordó cómo las inequidades sociales y las condiciones de vulnerabilidad actúan en diversos niveles y potencializan la actuación de la COVID-19 y de las demás pandemias. En la última sección, se discute la necesidad de respuestas integrales, multisectoriales e integradas en el combate a la COVID-19. Se presentó un modelo de intervención implicando las dimensiones asistencial y socioeconómica. En el ámbito asistencial, se defendió la conformación de sistemas de salud fuertes, con capacidad de respuesta y accesibles a toda la población. La dimensión económica y social abordó el rescate de los ideales de solidaridad, de la estrategia de promoción de la salud, así como el énfasis sobre los determinantes sociales. Se concluye que las lecciones aprendidas con el abordaje sindémico de la COVID-19 exhortan a gobiernos y sociedad a que desarrollen políticas que implementen y coordinen intervenciones clínicas, sanitarias, socioeconómicas y ambientales.

Clinical overview for pediatric population with SARS-CoV-2 and care: review.

OBJECTIVE: To identify in the scientific literature the clinical overview of the pediatric population that tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and care recommendations and recommendations among children who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the scientific literature. METHOD: Rapid review based on the guidelines of the Joana Briggs Institute: elaboration of the research question, structured search of the literature in April 2020, in nine databases, selection and critical analysis of the eighteen primary studies (using two instruments to assess methodological quality), elaboration of the synthesis, incorporation of suggestions and dissemination. RESULT: The most frequent clinical overview was respiratory, gastrointestinal symptoms and fever. The images showed irregular frosted glass opacification. It is recommended to screen the pediatric population and family members who show signs and symptoms and to adopt isolation for more than fourteen days. CONCLUSION: The clinical overview in pediatric population is varied, not exclusively with respiratory symptoms, and a significant number of asymptomatic patients. The importance of new investigations is highlighted, such as randomized clinical trial or cohort studies, identifying their participation in the transmission of COVID-19.

Sickle cell disease children's gut colonization by extended-spectrum ß-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Enterobacterales: an antibiotic prophylaxis effect?

Introduction. Sickle cell disease (SCD) children have a high susceptibility to pneumococcal infection. For this reason, they are routinely immunized with pneumococcal vaccines and use antibiotic prophylaxis (AP).Hypothesis/Gap Statement. Yet, little is known about SCD children's gut microbiota. If antibiotic-resistant Enterobacterales may colonize people on AP, we hypothesized that SCD children on AP are colonized by resistant enterobacteria species.Objective. To evaluate the effect of continuous AP on Enterobacterales gut colonization from children with SCD.Methodology. We analysed 30 faecal swabs from SCD children on AP and 21 swabs from children without the same condition. Enterobacterales was isolated on MacConkey agar plates and identified by matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) (bioMérieux, Marcy l'Etoile, France). We performed the antibiogram by Vitek 2 system (bioMérieux, Marcy l'Etoile, France), and the resistance genes were identified by multiplex PCR.Results. We found four different species with resistance to one or more different antibiotic types in the AP-SCD children's group: Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Citrobacter freundii, and Citrobacter farmeri. Colonization by resistant E. coli was associated with AP (prevalence ratio 2.69, 95 % confidence interval [CI], 1.98-3.67, P<0.001). Strains producing extended-spectrum ß-lactamases (ESBL) were identified only in SCD children, E. coli, 4/30 (13 %), and K. pneumoniae, 2/30 (7 %). The ESBL-producing Enterobacterales were associated with penicillin G benzathine use (95 % CI, 22.91-86.71, P<0.001). CTX-M-1 was the most prevalent among ESBL-producers (3/6, 50 %), followed by CTX-M-9 (2/6, 33 %), and CTX-M-2 (1/6, 17 %).Conclusion. Resistant enterobacteria colonize SCD children on AP, and this therapy raises the chance of ESBL-producing Enterobacterales colonization. Future studies should focus on prophylactic vaccines as exclusive therapy against pneumococcal infections.

Prescribing potentially inappropriate medications for the elderly according to Beers Criteria: systematic review. / Prescrição de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados para idosos segundo os Critérios de Beers: revisão sistemática.

The study aimed to perform a systematic review to identify and evaluate the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medicines (PIM) prescriptions for the elderly, according to Beers Criteria, in hospitalized elderly individuals aged 65 years or older. Five databases consulted: VHL; Cochrane Library; CINAHL; MEDLINE and Web of Science. Nineteen articles identified, selected based on eligibility criteria. The mean age was 78.2 years and the most used criterion for the identification of PIM for the elderly was Beers 2015 (57.9%). A total of 221,879 elderly received a prescription for PIM, the mean prevalence was 65.0%, for the gastrointestinal system (15.3%) and proton-pump inhibitors (27.7%) highlighted as the main class of medicine prescribed. It concluded that the Beers Criteria have made it possible to identify the high prevalence in the prescription of PIM. The results of this review may help in the decision making of health professionals, to avoid the administration of PIM and to propose best practices to ensure the safety of the elderly hospitalized.

Objetivou-se realizar uma revisão sistemática para identificar e avaliar a prevalência da prescrição de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados (MPI), segundo os Critérios de Beers, em idosos hospitalizados com ≥65 anos. Foram consultadas cinco bases de dados: BVS, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, MEDLINE e Web of Science. Foram identificados 19 artigos, selecionados a partir de critérios de elegibilidade. A média de idade foi 78,2 anos e o critério mais utilizado para a identificação dos MPI para idosos foi o de Beers 2015 (57,9%). Um total de 221.879 idosos recebeu prescrição inapropriada, a prevalência média foi de 65.0%, com destaque para o sistema gastrointestinal (15,3%) e os inibidores da bomba de prótons (27,7%) como a principal classe de medicamento prescrita. Conclui-se que os Critérios de Beers possibilitaram a identificação da alta prevalência na prescrição dos MPI. Os resultados desta revisão poderão auxiliar na tomada de decisão dos profissionais de saúde, no intuito de se evitar a administração dos MPI e propor melhores práticas que garantam a segurança do idoso hospitalizado.

Prescrição de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados para idosos segundo os Critérios de Beers: revisão sistemática / Prescribing potentially inappropriate medications for the elderly according to Beers Criteria: systematic review

Resumo Objetivou-se realizar uma revisão sistemática para identificar e avaliar a prevalência da prescrição de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados (MPI), segundo os Critérios de Beers, em idosos hospitalizados com ≥65 anos. Foram consultadas cinco bases de dados: BVS, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, MEDLINE e Web of Science. Foram identificados 19 artigos, selecionados a partir de critérios de elegibilidade. A média de idade foi 78,2 anos e o critério mais utilizado para a identificação dos MPI para idosos foi o de Beers 2015 (57,9%). Um total de 221.879 idosos recebeu prescrição inapropriada, a prevalência média foi de 65.0%, com destaque para o sistema gastrointestinal (15,3%) e os inibidores da bomba de prótons (27,7%) como a principal classe de medicamento prescrita. Conclui-se que os Critérios de Beers possibilitaram a identificação da alta prevalência na prescrição dos MPI. Os resultados desta revisão poderão auxiliar na tomada de decisão dos profissionais de saúde, no intuito de se evitar a administração dos MPI e propor melhores práticas que garantam a segurança do idoso hospitalizado.

Abstract The study aimed to perform a systematic review to identify and evaluate the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medicines (PIM) prescriptions for the elderly, according to Beers Criteria, in hospitalized elderly individuals aged 65 years or older. Five databases consulted: VHL; Cochrane Library; CINAHL; MEDLINE and Web of Science. Nineteen articles identified, selected based on eligibility criteria. The mean age was 78.2 years and the most used criterion for the identification of PIM for the elderly was Beers 2015 (57.9%). A total of 221,879 elderly received a prescription for PIM, the mean prevalence was 65.0%, for the gastrointestinal system (15.3%) and proton-pump inhibitors (27.7%) highlighted as the main class of medicine prescribed. It concluded that the Beers Criteria have made it possible to identify the high prevalence in the prescription of PIM. The results of this review may help in the decision making of health professionals, to avoid the administration of PIM and to propose best practices to ensure the safety of the elderly hospitalized.

Clinical overview for pediatric population with SARS-CoV-2 and care: review / Cuadro clínico para población pediátrica con SARS-CoV-2 cuidado: revisión / Quadro clínico da população pediátrica com SARS-CoV-2 e cuidados: revisão

Objective: To identify in the scientific literature the clinical overview of the pediatric population that tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and care recommendations and recommendations among children who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the scientific literature.Method: Rapid review based on the guidelines of the Joana Briggs Institute: elaboration of the research question, structured search of the literature in April 2020, in nine databases, selection and critical analysis of the eighteen primary studies (using two instruments to assess methodological quality), elaboration of the synthesis, incorporation of suggestions and dissemination.Result: The most frequent clinical overview was respiratory, gastrointestinal symptoms and fever. The images showed irregular frosted glass opacification. It is recommended to screen the pediatric population and family members who show signs and symptoms and to adopt isolation for more than fourteen days.Conclusion: The clinical overview in pediatric population is varied, not exclusively with respiratory symptoms, and a significant number of asymptomatic patients. The importance of new investigations is highlighted, such as randomized clinical trial or cohort studies, identifying their participation in the transmission of COVID-19.

Objetivo: Identificar en la literatura científica el estado clínico de la población pediátrica que probó positivo para el SARS-CoV-2 y las recomendaciones de atención.Método: Revisión rápida basada en las directrices del Instituto Joana Briggs: elaboración de la pregunta de investigación, búsqueda estructurada de la literatura en abril de 2020, en nueve bases de datos, selección y análisis crítico de los dieciocho estudios primarios (utilizando dos instrumentos para evaluar la calidad metodológica), elaboración de la síntesis, incorporación de sugerencias y difusión.Resultado: El cuadro clínico más frecuente fue respiratorio, síntomas gastrointestinales y fiebre. Las imágenes mostraron opacificación irregular de vidrio esmerilado. Se recomienda evaluar a población pediátrica y familiares que muestran signos y síntomas y adoptar aislamiento durante más de catorce días.Conclusiones: El cuadro clínico en la población pediátrica es variado, no exclusivamente con síntomas respiratorios, y un número importante de pacientes asintomáticos. Se destaca la importancia de nuevas investigaciones, como ensayos clínicos aleatorizados o estudios de cohorte, identificando su participación en la transmisión del COVID-19.

Objetivo: Identificar, na literatura científica, o quadro clínico da população pediátrica que testou positivo para SARS-CoV-2 e recomendações de cuidados.Método: Revisão rápida baseada nas diretrizes da Joana Briggs Institute: elaboração da pergunta de investigação, busca estruturada da literatura no mês de abril de 2020, em nove bases de dados, seleção e análise crítica dos dezoito estudos primários (utilizando dois instrumentos para avaliação da qualidade metodológica), elaboração da síntese, incorporação das sugestões e divulgação.Resultado: O quadro clínico mais frequente foi sintomas respiratórios, gastrointestinais e febre. As imagens demonstraram opacificação irregular de vidro fosco. Recomenda-se triagem da população pediátrica e familiares que apresentam sinais e sintomas e adotar isolamento por período superior a quatorze dias.Conclusão: Quadro clínico na população pediátrica é variado, não exclusivamente com sintomas respiratórios, e número significativo de assintomáticos. Destaca-se importância de novas investigações, como ensaios clínicos randomizados ou estudos de coorte, identificando a participação dessas na transmissão da COVID-19.

Estado antropométrico pré-gestacional e peso ao nascer: Coorte NISAMI / Pre-gestational anthropometric status and birth weight: NISAMI cohort

O objetivo do estudo foi analisar a relação entre o Índice de Massa Corporal pré-gestacional (IMCpg) e peso do recém-nascido no município de Santo Antônio de Jesus-BA. Estudo de coorte prospectivo, com 185 gestantes e seus respectivos recém-nascidos, atendidas nas Unidades Básicas de Saúde, de abril de 2012 a novembro de 2013. O IMC pré-gestacional foi realizado com dados do peso referido e estatura aferida no dia da aplicação do questionário. O teste de Kolmogorov­ Smirnov foi realizado para análise da normalidade dos dados. Estimou-se a associação entre o estado nutricional pré-gestacional e os desfechos perinatais, por meio do Risco Relativo e intervalo de confiança de 95%. Das 185 mulheres, 44,9% iniciaram a gestação com algum desvio ponderal. As mulheres com baixo peso e sobrepeso apresentaram associação positiva para peso insuficiente ao nascer (<3000g), sendo as com baixo peso (RR=2,2; IC95%=0,5-9,5) e sobrepeso (RR=1,1; IC95%=0,5-2,6), enquanto as obesas apresentaram associação negativa (RR=0,8; IC95%=0,3-2,7). Apenas as mulheres com baixo peso apresentaram risco para baixo peso ao nascer (RR=3,1; IC95%=0,3-30,7). Esses dados revelam que o estado antropométrico pré-gestacional influencia no desenvolvimento da gestação e as inadequações nutricionais configuradas em períodos anteriores à concepção são considerados fatores determinantes para o peso da criança. Os desvios ponderais pré-gestacionais apresentaram associação positiva com o peso inadequado ao nascer, o que sugere a necessidade de cuidados nutricionais pré-concepcionais. Assistência à saúde a mulheres em idade fértil poderá auxiliar em melhores desfechos gestacionais.

The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between the pre-gestational Body Mass Index (BMIpg) and the newborn's weight in the municipality of Santo Antônio de Jesus, BA. This was a prospective cohort study, with 185 pregnant women and their respective newborns, attended at the Basic Health Units, from April 2012 to November 2013. The pre-gestational BMI was performed with data of their referred weight and height measured on the day of application of the questionnaire. The Kolmogorov ­ Smirnov test was performed to analyze the normality of the data. The association between pre-pregnancy nutritional status and perinatal outcomes was estimated through the Relative Risk and 95% confidence interval. Of the 185 women, 44.9% started the pregnancy with some weight deviation. Underweight (RR = 2.2; 95% CI = 0.5-9.5) and overweight (RR = 1, 1; 95% CI = 0.5-2.6) women showed a positive association with insufficient birth weight (<3000g), while obese women presented a negative association (RR = 0.8; 95% CI = 0.3-2.7). Only underweight women were at risk for low birth weight (RR = 3.1; 95% CI = 0.3-30.7). These data reveal that the pre-gestational anthropometric status influences the development of pregnancy and the nutritional inadequacies configured in periods prior to conception are considered determining factors for the child's weight. Pre-pregnancy weight deviations were positively associated with inadequate birth weight, which suggests the need for preconception nutritional care. Health care for women of childbearing age may assist in better pregnancy outcomes.

COVID-19 como sindemia: modelo teórico e fundamentos para a abordagem abrangente em saúde / COVID-19 as a syndemic: a theoretical model and foundations for a comprehensive approach in health / COVID-19 como sindemia: modelo teórico y fundamentos para un abordaje integral en salud

Este ensaio tem como objetivo apresentar e discutir o quadro teórico da sindemia da COVID-19. Na primeira parte, são apresentados os fundamentos e princípios da teoria sindêmica. Adotou-se o conceito de sindemia como processo de interação sinérgica entre duas ou mais doenças, no qual os efeitos se potencializam mutuamente. Foram discutidas as três principais tipologias de interação sindêmica: epidemias mutuamente causais; epidemias interagindo sinergicamente; e epidemias causais em série. Na segunda parte, a COVID-19 é analisada como uma sindemia resultante da interação entre vários grupos de doenças e o contexto socioeconômico. O modelo teórico considerou a interação entre COVID-19 e doenças crônicas não transmissíveis, doenças infecciosas e parasitárias e problemas de saúde mental. Abordou-se como as iniquidades sociais e as condições de vulnerabilidade atuam em diversos níveis e potencializam a atuação da COVID-19 e das demais pandemias. Na última seção, discute-se a necessidade de respostas abrangentes, multisetoriais e integradas ao enfrentamento da COVID-19. Foi apresentado um modelo de intervenção envolvendo as dimensões assistencial e socioeconômica. No âmbito assistencial, defendeu-se a estruturação de sistemas de saúde fortes, responsivos e acessíveis a toda a população. A dimensão econômica e social abordou o resgate dos ideais de solidariedade, da estratégia da promoção da saúde e a ênfase sobre os determinantes sociais. Conclui-se que as lições aprendidas com a abordagem sindêmica da COVID-19 exortam governos e a sociedade para o desenvolvimento de políticas que articulem intervenções clínicas, sanitárias, socioeconômicas e ambientais.

This essay aims to present and discuss the theoretical framework for the COVID-19 syndemic. The first part presents the foundations and principles of syndemic theory. For the purposes of this essay, syndemic was defined as a process of synergic interaction between two or more diseases, in which the effects are mutually enhanced. We discussed the three principal typologies of syndemic interaction: mutually causal epidemics; epidemics interacting synergically; and serial causal epidemics. In the second part, COVID-19 is analyzed as a syndemic resulting from the interaction between various groups of diseases and the socioeconomic context. The theoretical model considered the interaction between COVID-19 and chronic noncommunicable diseases, infectious and parasitic diseases, and mental health problems. The essay addressed how social iniquities and conditions of vulnerability act at various levels to increase the effect of COVID-19 and other pandemics. The last section discusses the need for comprehensive, multisector, and integrated responses to COVID-19. A model for intervention was presented that involves the patient care and socioeconomic dimensions. In the sphere of patient care, the authors defend the structuring of strong and responsive health systems, accessible to the entire population. The economic and social dimension addressed the issue of reclaiming the ideals of solidarity, the health promotion strategy, and emphasis on social determinants of health. In conclusion, the lessons learned from the syndemic approach to COVID-19 call on government and society to develop policies that link clinical, sanitary, socioeconomic, and environmental interventions.

Este ensayo tiene como objetivo presentar y discutir el cuadro teórico de la sindemia de la COVID-19. En la primera parte, se presentan los fundamentos y principios de la teoría sindémica. Se adoptó el concepto de sindemia como un proceso de interacción sinérgica entre dos o más enfermedades, en el que los efectos se potencializan mutuamente. Se discutieron las tres principales tipologías de interacción sindémica: epidemias mutuamente causales; epidemias interactuando sinérgicamente; y epidemias causales en serie. En la segunda parte, la COVID-19 es analizada como una sindemia resultante de la interacción entre varios grupos de enfermedades y el contexto socioeconómico. El modelo teórico consideró la interacción entre COVID-19 y enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles, enfermedades infecciosas y parasitarias, así como problemas de salud mental. Se abordó cómo las inequidades sociales y las condiciones de vulnerabilidad actúan en diversos niveles y potencializan la actuación de la COVID-19 y de las demás pandemias. En la última sección, se discute la necesidad de respuestas integrales, multisectoriales e integradas en el combate a la COVID-19. Se presentó un modelo de intervención implicando las dimensiones asistencial y socioeconómica. En el ámbito asistencial, se defendió la conformación de sistemas de salud fuertes, con capacidad de respuesta y accesibles a toda la población. La dimensión económica y social abordó el rescate de los ideales de solidaridad, de la estrategia de promoción de la salud, así como el énfasis sobre los determinantes sociales. Se concluye que las lecciones aprendidas con el abordaje sindémico de la COVID-19 exhortan a gobiernos y sociedad a que desarrollen políticas que implementen y coordinen intervenciones clínicas, sanitarias, socioeconómicas y ambientales.

Clinical overview for pediatric population with SARS-CoV-2 and care: review / Cuadro clínico para población pediátrica con SARS-CoV-2 cuidado: revisión / Quadro clínico da população pediátrica com SARS-CoV-2 e cuidados: revisão

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify in the scientific literature the clinical overview of the pediatric population that tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and care recommendations and recommendations among children who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the scientific literature. Method: Rapid review based on the guidelines of the Joana Briggs Institute: elaboration of the research question, structured search of the literature in April 2020, in nine databases, selection and critical analysis of the eighteen primary studies (using two instruments to assess methodological quality), elaboration of the synthesis, incorporation of suggestions and dissemination. Result: The most frequent clinical overview was respiratory, gastrointestinal symptoms and fever. The images showed irregular frosted glass opacification. It is recommended to screen the pediatric population and family members who show signs and symptoms and to adopt isolation for more than fourteen days. Conclusion: The clinical overview in pediatric population is varied, not exclusively with respiratory symptoms, and a significant number of asymptomatic patients. The importance of new investigations is highlighted, such as randomized clinical trial or cohort studies, identifying their participation in the transmission of COVID-19.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Identificar en la literatura científica el estado clínico de la población pediátrica que probó positivo para el SARS-CoV-2 y las recomendaciones de atención. Método: Revisión rápida basada en las directrices del Instituto Joana Briggs: elaboración de la pregunta de investigación, búsqueda estructurada de la literatura en abril de 2020, en nueve bases de datos, selección y análisis crítico de los dieciocho estudios primarios (utilizando dos instrumentos para evaluar la calidad metodológica), elaboración de la síntesis, incorporación de sugerencias y difusión. Resultado: El cuadro clínico más frecuente fue respiratorio, síntomas gastrointestinales y fiebre. Las imágenes mostraron opacificación irregular de vidrio esmerilado. Se recomienda evaluar a población pediátrica y familiares que muestran signos y síntomas y adoptar aislamiento durante más de catorce días. Conclusiones: El cuadro clínico en la población pediátrica es variado, no exclusivamente con síntomas respiratorios, y un número importante de pacientes asintomáticos. Se destaca la importancia de nuevas investigaciones, como ensayos clínicos aleatorizados o estudios de cohorte, identificando su participación en la transmisión del COVID-19.

RESUMO Objetivo: Identificar, na literatura científica, o quadro clínico da população pediátrica que testou positivo para SARS-CoV-2 e recomendações de cuidados. Método: Revisão rápida baseada nas diretrizes da Joana Briggs Institute: elaboração da pergunta de investigação, busca estruturada da literatura no mês de abril de 2020, em nove bases de dados, seleção e análise crítica dos dezoito estudos primários (utilizando dois instrumentos para avaliação da qualidade metodológica), elaboração da síntese, incorporação das sugestões e divulgação. Resultado: O quadro clínico mais frequente foi sintomas respiratórios, gastrointestinais e febre. As imagens demonstraram opacificação irregular de vidro fosco. Recomenda-se triagem da população pediátrica e familiares que apresentam sinais e sintomas e adotar isolamento por período superior a quatorze dias. Conclusão: Quadro clínico na população pediátrica é variado, não exclusivamente com sintomas respiratórios, e número significativo de assintomáticos. Destaca-se importância de novas investigações, como ensaios clínicos randomizados ou estudos de coorte, identificando a participação dessas na transmissão da COVID-19.