Insucesso de indução por misoprostol em gestantes: revisão integrativa / Fracaso de la inducción por misoprostol en mujeres embarazadas: revisión integradora / Unsuccessful misoprostol induction in pregnant women: an integrative review

Resumo Objetivo Analisar as evidências disponíveis na literatura acerca do insucesso da indução do trabalho de parto com misoprostol em gestações a termo. Métodos Revisão integrativa, realizada entre janeiro e novembro de 2022, cuja pergunta de pesquisa e descritores foram delineados por meio da estratégia PECO. As buscas foram realizadas nas bases de dados MEDLINE; Web of Science; CINAHL; EMBASE e Scopus por duas pesquisadoras de forma independente, assim como a avaliação. Para a fase de seleção e identificação dos estudos foi utilizado o Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). A avaliação do risco de viés dos artigos incluídos foi realizada através do questionário Newcastle Ottawa Scale. Resultados Foram identificados 3.674 artigos, 84 foram lidos na íntegra, dos quais 11 compuseram a revisão (n=9.010 gestantes), com publicação entre os anos de 2005 a 2021, sendo a maioria nos Estados Unidos. Quanto ao nível de evidência, todos os artigos foram classificados como 2b, avaliada coforme o delineamento de cada investigação. O estudo apontou evidências quanto aos seguintes fatores: IMC elevado (maior igual a 30kg/m2), nuliparidade, bishop imaturo, comprimento cervical (maior igual a 30mm), estatura, etnia (não caucasianas do sul da Europa) e peso fetal (maior igual a 4kg). Conclusão Alcançou-se o objetivo do estudo tendo sido demonstrado seis fatores maternos e um fetal que podem levar ao insucesso da indução. Vale ressaltar a necessidade de evidências que incorporem a individualidade de cada característica e destaca-se a contribuição desse estudo para embasar a escolha da melhor conduta para cada gestação de forma individualizada.

Resumen Objetivo Analizar las evidencias disponibles en la literatura acerca del fracaso de la inducción del trabajo de parto con misoprostol en gestaciones a término. Métodos Revisión integradora, realizada entre enero y noviembre de 2022, cuya pregunta de investigación y descriptores fueron definidos mediante la estrategia PECO. Las búsquedas fueron realizadas en las bases de datos MEDLINE, Web of Science, CINAHL, EMBASE y Scopus por dos investigadoras de forma independiente, al igual que la evaluación. Para la fase de selección e identificación de los estudios se utilizó el Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). La evaluación del riesgo de sesgo de los artículos incluidos se realizó a través del cuestionario Newcastle Ottawa Scale. Resultados Se identificaron 3.674 artículos, 84 se leyeron en su totalidad, de los cuales 11 conformaron la revisión (n=9.010 mujeres embarazadas), publicados entre los años 2005 y 2021, la mayoría en Estados Unidos. Respecto al nivel de evidencia, todos los artículos fueron clasificados como 2b, evaluada de acuerdo con el diseño de cada investigación. El estudio indicó evidencias respecto a los siguientes factores: IMC elevado (mayor igual a 30 kg/m2), nuliparidad, bishop bajo, longitud cervical (mayor o igual a 30 mm), estatura, etnia (no caucasoide del sur de Europa) y peso fetal (mayor igual a 4 kg). Conclusión Se alcanzó el objetivo del estudio y se demostraron seis factores maternos y uno fetal que pueden llevar al fracaso de la inducción. Cabe resaltar la necesidad de evidencias que incorporen la individualidad de cada característica y se destaca la contribución de este estudio para fundamentar la elección de la mejor conducta en cada gestación de forma individualizada.

Abstract Objective To analyze the evidence available in literature regarding unsuccessful labor induction with misoprostol in full-term pregnancies. Methods This is an integrative review, carried out between January and November 2022, whose research question and descriptors were outlined using the PECO strategy. The searches were carried out in the MEDLINE, Web of Science, CINAHL, EMBASE and Scopus databases by two researchers independently as well as assessment. For the study selection and identification phase, the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) was used. The risk of bias assessment of included articles was carried out using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. Results A total of 3,674 articles were identified, and 84 were read in full, of which 11 comprised the review (n=9,010 pregnant women), published between 2005 and 2021, with the majority in the United States. Regarding the level of evidence, all articles were classified as 2b, assessed according to the design of each study. The study showed evidence regarding the following factors: High BMI (greater than 30 kg/m2), nulliparity, immature bishop, cervical length (greater than 30 mm), height, ethnicity (non-Caucasians from southern Europe) and fetal weight (greater equal to 4 kg). Conclusion The objective study was achieved, having demonstrated six maternal factors and one fetal factor that can lead to unsuccessful induction. It is worth highlighting the need for evidence that incorporates the individuality of each characteristic and the contribution of this study to support the choice of the best conduct for each pregnancy on an individual basis stands out.

Utilização das boas práticas no parto e experiência e satisfação materna / Using good delivery practices and maternal experience and satisfaction

Objetivo: Descrever a utilização das boas práticas de atenção ao parto e nascimento e o grau de satisfação e experiência de puérperas com o parto. Métodos: Estudo transversal, realizado no período de julho de 2017 a janeiro de 2018, em uma maternidade de referência em Fortaleza, Ceará. Para coleta de dados utilizou-se o Questionário de Experiência e Satisfação com o Parto e questionário para avaliação dos dados sociodemográficos e obstétricos. Os dados foram analisados no softwareStatistical Package for the Social Science. O estudo foi aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa. Resultados: Participaram 237 puérperas com média de idade de 26 anos. 168 (70,9%) mulheres estiveram bastante satisfeitas com a estrutura da instituição, 119 (50,2%) com os cuidados profissionais prestados e 160 (67,5%) com o trabalho de parto e parto. Dentre os fatores que estiveram associados à experiência positiva com o parto, destaca-se a realização do contato pele a pele, o estímulo ao aleitamento materno e a utilização dos métodos não farmacológicos de alívio da dor. Conclusão: Para uma experiência mais positiva de parto, ressalta-se a importância de abordagens mais humanizadas que incentivem práticas como contato pele a pele e início precoce do aleitamento materno, além de garantir que profissionais de saúde forneçam cuidados holísticos. Descritores: Satisfação do Paciente; Enfermagem Obstétrica; Trabalho de Parto; PartoNormal; PartoHumanizado.

Objective:To describe the use of good practices in delivery and childbirth care and the satisfaction levels and experiences of puerperal women with their deliveries.Methods:A cross-sectional study conducted from July 2017 to January 2018 in a reference maternity hospital from Fortaleza, Ceará. The Childbirth Experience and Satisfaction Questionnaire and another one to assess the sociodemographic and obstetric data were used for data collection. The data were analyzed in the Statistical Package for the Social Science. The study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee. Results:The participants were 237 puerperal women with a mean age of 26 years old. 168 (70.9%) women were quite satisfied with the institution's structure, 119 (50.2%) with the professional care provided, and 160 (67.5%) with labor and delivery. Among the factors that were associated with positive experiences with delivery, the most important are skin-to-skin contact, stimulating breastfeeding, and using non-pharmacological pain relief methods. Conclusion: For a more positive experience with delivery, it is worth emphasizing the importance of more humanized approaches that encourage practices such as skin-to-skin contact and early breastfeeding initiation, as well as ensuring that health professionals provide holistic care. Descriptors:Patient Satisfaction; Obstetric Nursing; Labor. Normal Delivery; Humanized Delivery.

Conhecimento, Atitude e Prática de Gestantes Sobre Incontinência Urinária: Estudo Observacional / Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Pregnant Women About Urinary Incontinence: Observational Study / Conocimiento, Actitud y Práctica De Gestantes Sobre la Incontinencia Urinaria: Estudio Observacional

Objetivo:avaliar o conhecimento, a atitude e a prática (CAP) de gestantes sobre incontinência urinária (IU), identificar a prevalência de IU durante a gestação, avaliar seu impacto na qualidade de vida (QV) e identificar os fatores associados ao CAP inadequados em relação à IU. Metodologia: Estudo observacional realizado de maio a novembro de 2019 na cidade de Fortaleza, Ceará. Utilizaram-se dois instrumentos para coleta de dados: um para avaliação sociodemográfica, obstétrica e de perdas urinárias e outro para avaliação do CAP sobre IU. Resultados: Participaram 237 gestantes. A prevalência de IU foi de 49,3% e observou-se baixo impacto na QV. A maioria apresentou conhecimento (89,6%) e prática inadequados tanto para prevenir (89,2%) quanto para tratar (78,8%) a IU. Identificaram-se baixos percentuais de acerto relacionados ao conhecimento sobre fatores de risco (46,8%), prevenção (43,8%) e tratamento da IU (42,8%). Apesar disso, a atitude foi considerada adequada para a maioria das mulheres (98,5%). Ausência de orientação sobre o preparo do períneo para o parto durante o pré-natal (p = 0,019), baixa escolaridade (p < 0,001), casos mais leves de IU (p = 0,027) e gestação de alto risco (p = 0,004) associaram-se a prática inadequada. Conclusão: o conhecimento sobre causas, prevenção e tratamento da IU é insuficiente e interfere no manejo dessa condição.perineum for childbirth during prenatal care (p = 0.019), low education (p < 0.001), milder cases of UI (p = 0.027) and high-risk pregnancy (p = 0.004) were associated with inappropriate practice. Conclusions: knowledge about the causes, prevention and treatment of UI is insufficient and interferes with the management of this condition.

Objectives:To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of pregnant women about urinary incontinence (UI), identify the prevalence of UI, assess its impact on quality of life (QoL) and identify factors associated with inadequate KAP in relation to UI. Methodology: Observational study carried out from May to November 2019 in the city of Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. Two instruments were used for data collection: one for sociodemographic, obstetric and urinary loss assessment and another for KAP assessment on UI. Results: 237 pregnant women participated. The prevalence of UI was 49.3% and a low impact on QoL was observed. Most had knowledge (89.6%) and inadequate practice both to prevent (89.2%) and to treat (78.8%). Low percentages of correct answers were identified related to knowledge about risk factors (46.8%), prevention (43.8%) and treatment of UI (42.8%). Despite this, the attitude was considered adequate for most women (98.5%). Absence of guidance on preparation of the perineum for childbirth during prenatal care (p = 0.019), low education (p < 0.001), milder cases of UI (p = 0.027) and high-risk pregnancy (p = 0.004) were associated with inappropriate practice. Conclusions: knowledge about the causes, prevention and treatment of UI is insufficient and interferes with the management of this condition.

Objetivos:evaluar el conocimiento, la actitud y la práctica (CAP) de las gestantes sobre la incontinencia urinaria (IU), identificar la prevalencia de la IU, evaluar su impacto en la calidad de vida (CV) e identificar los factores asociados a una PAC inadecuada en relación con la IU. Metodología: estudio observacional realizado de mayo a noviembre de 2019 en la ciudad de Fortaleza/CE. Se utilizaron dos instrumentos para la recolección de datos: uno para la evaluación sociodemográfica, obstétrica y de pérdidas urinarias y otro para la evaluación del CAP en la IU. Resultados: Participaron 237 gestantes. La prevalencia de IU fue del 49,3% y se observó un bajo impacto en la CV. La mayoría tenía conocimiento (89,6%) y práctica inadecuada tanto para prevenir (89,2%) como para tratar (78,8%). Se identificaron bajos porcentajes de aciertos relacionados con el conocimiento sobre factores de riesgo (46,8%), prevención (43,8%) y tratamiento de la IU (42,8%). A pesar de ello, la actitud fue considerada adecuada por la mayoría de las mujeres (98,5%). La ausencia de orientación sobre la preparación del perineo para el parto durante el control prenatal (p = 0,019), la baja escolaridad (p < 0,001), los casos más leves de IU (p = 0,027) y el embarazo de alto riesgo (p = 0,004) se asociaron con una atención inadecuada. práctica. Conclusión: el conocimiento sobre las causas, la prevención y el tratamiento de la IU es insuficiente e interfiere con el manejo de esta condición.

The Effects of Hysterectomy on Urinary and Sexual Functions of Women with Cervical Cancer: A Systematic Review.

OBJECTIVE: This systematic review aims at describing the prevalence of urinary and sexual symptoms among women who underwent a hysterectomy for cervical cancer. METHODS: A systematic search in six electronic databases was performed, in September 2019, by two researchers. The text search was limited to the investigation of prevalence or occurrence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and sexual dysfunctions in women who underwent a hysterectomy for cervical cancer. For search strategies, specific combinations of terms were used. RESULTS: A total of 8 studies, published between 2010 and 2018, were included in the sample. The average age of the participants ranged from 40 to 56 years, and the dysfunctions predominantly investigated in the articles were urinary symptoms (n = 8). The rates of urinary incontinence due to radical abdominal hysterectomy ranged from 7 to 31%. The same dysfunction related to laparoscopic radical hysterectomy varied from 25 to 35% and to laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy varied from 25 to 47%. Nocturia ranged from 13%, before treatment, to 30%, after radical hysterectomy. The prevalence rates of dyspareunia related to laparoscopic radical hysterectomy and laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy ranged from 5 to 16% and 7 to 19% respectively. The difficulty in having orgasm was related to laparoscopic radical hysterectomy (10 to 14%) and laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy (9 to 19%). CONCLUSION: Urinary and sexual dysfunctions after radical hysterectomy to treat cervical cancer are frequent events. The main reported disorders were urinary incontinence and dyspareunia.

OBJETIVO: Essa revisão sistemática visa descrever a prevalência de sintomas urinários e sexuais entre mulheres submetidas à histerectomia por câncer cervical. MéTODOS: Uma pesquisa sistemática foi realizada em seis bases de dados eletrônicas, em setembro de 2019, por dois pesquisadores. A busca foi limitada à investigação da prevalência e ocorrência de sintomas do trato urinário baixo e disfunções sexuais em mulheres após histerectomia por câncer cervical. Como estratégia de busca foi utilizada uma combinação específica de termos apenas em inglês. RESULTADOS: Um total de 8 estudos, publicados entre 2010 e 2018, foram incluídos na amostra. A idade média dos participantes foi de 40 a 56 anos, e as principais disfunções investigadas pelos artigos foram sintomas urinários (n = 8). Na literatura analisada, as taxas de incontinência urinária ligadas à histerectomia abdominal radical variaram de 7 a 31%. A mesma disfunção, para histerectomia radical laparoscópica, variou de 25 a 35%, e de 25 a 47% para histerectomia radical laparoscópica poupadora de nervo. A taxa de noctúria variou de 13%, antes do tratamento, a 30%, após histerectomia radical. A prevalência de dispareunia associada à histerectomia radical laparoscópica foi de 5 a 16%. Já a taxa de dispareunia relatada pós-histerectomia radical laparoscópica poupadora situou-se entre 7 e 19%. A dificuldade de alcançar o orgasmo foi relatada após histerectomia radical laparoscópica, variando de 10 a 14%, e também na histerectomia radical laparoscópica poupadora de nervo, variando de 9 a 19%. CONCLUSãO: Disfunções urinárias e sexuais após histerectomia para tratamento do câncer cervical são eventos frequentes. As principais desordens relatadas foram incontinência urinária e dispareunia.

The Effects of Hysterectomy on Urinary and Sexual Functions of Women with Cervical Cancer: A Systematic Review / Os efeitos da histerectomia nas funções urinárias e sexuais de mulheres com câncer cervical: Uma revisão sistemática

Abstract Objective This systematic review aims at describing the prevalence of urinary and sexual symptoms among women who underwent a hysterectomy for cervical cancer. Methods A systematic search in six electronic databases was performed, in September 2019, by two researchers. The text search was limited to the investigation of prevalence or occurrence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and sexual dysfunctions in women who underwent a hysterectomy for cervical cancer. For search strategies, specific combinations of terms were used. Results A total of 8 studies, published between 2010 and 2018, were included in the sample. The average age of the participants ranged from 40 to 56 years, and the dysfunctions predominantly investigated in the articles were urinary symptoms (n= 8). The rates of urinary incontinence due to radical abdominal hysterectomy ranged from 7 to 31%. The same dysfunction related to laparoscopic radical hysterectomy varied from 25 to 35% and to laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy varied from 25 to 47%. Nocturia ranged from 13%, before treatment, to 30%, after radical hysterectomy. The prevalence rates of dyspareunia related to laparoscopic radical hysterectomy and laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy ranged from 5 to 16% and 7 to 19% respectively. The difficulty in having orgasm was related to laparoscopic radical hysterectomy (10 to 14%) and laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy (9 to 19%). Conclusion Urinary and sexual dysfunctions after radical hysterectomy to treat cervical cancer are frequent events. The main reported disorders were urinary incontinence and dyspareunia.

Resumo Objetivo Essa revisão sistemática visa descrever a prevalência de sintomas urinários e sexuais entre mulheres submetidas à histerectomia por câncer cervical. Métodos Uma pesquisa sistemática foi realizada em seis bases de dados eletrônicas, em setembro de 2019, por dois pesquisadores. A busca foi limitada à investigação da prevalência e ocorrência de sintomas do trato urinário baixo e disfunções sexuais em mulheres após histerectomia por câncer cervical. Como estratégia de busca foi utilizada uma combinação específica de termos apenas em inglês. Resultados Um total de 8 estudos, publicados entre 2010 e 2018, foram incluídos na amostra. A idade média dos participantes foi de 40 a 56 anos, e as principais disfunções investigadas pelos artigos foram sintomas urinários (n= 8). Na literatura analisada, as taxas de incontinência urinária ligadas à histerectomia abdominal radical variaram de 7 a 31%. A mesma disfunção, para histerectomia radical laparoscópica, variou de 25 a 35%, e de 25 a 47% para histerectomia radical laparoscópica poupadora de nervo. A taxa de noctúria variou de 13%, antes do tratamento, a 30%, após histerectomia radical. A prevalência de dispareunia associada à histerectomia radical laparoscópica foi de 5 a 16%. Já a taxa de dispareunia relatada pós-histerectomia radical laparoscópica poupadora situou-se entre 7 e 19%. A dificuldade de alcançar o orgasmo foi relatada após histerectomia radical laparoscópica, variando de 10 a 14%, e também na histerectomia radical laparoscópica poupadora de nervo, variando de 9 a 19%. Conclusão Disfunções urinárias e sexuais após histerectomia para tratamento do câncer cervical são eventos frequentes. As principais desordens relatadas foram incontinência urinária e dispareunia.

Scale of pregnant women's assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice related to urinary incontinence.

INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS: Urinary incontinence (UI) is prevalent during pregnancy and negatively affects quality of life. Despite this, few women seek professional assistance during prenatal care. Assessing the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of pregnant women related to UI can contribute to the development and improvement of the quality of interventions performed during this period. For this, it is essential to apply targeted and valid instruments for this population. Thus, the present study aimed to construct and validate the content of a scale to evaluate the KAP of pregnant women related to UI. METHODS: Extensive literature review guided the operationalization of the instrument's initial items. Ten experts were selected for the theoretical analysis of the items, which was carried out using the Delphi technique, and the analysis of semantic adequacy proceeded from the application of the scale to 30 pregnant women. The data were analyzed using the content validity coefficient and kappa coefficient. RESULTS: The proposed Scale of Pregnant Women's Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice related to UI was approved by consensus by the experts, with a mean Cohen's kappa of 0.84 (p < 0.01), comprising 23 items. CONCLUSIONS: The results of the study confirm that the presented scale can be used as a valid tool to assess the KAP of pregnant women related to UI.

Telephone intervention to promote maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy: randomized clinical trial.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the effects of an educational intervention via telephone on maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy. METHOD: Randomized controlled clinical trial including 240 puerperae from a secondary care hospital randomized into two groups: control and intervention. The educational intervention took place at seven, 30, 90, and 150 days postpartum and centered on self-efficacy and motivational interviewing principles. Self-efficacy was measured by the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form. The data followed the abnormal distribution, so non-parametric tests were used. RESULTS: The intervention group obtained higher median breastfeeding self-efficacy scores across the three outcome measures when compared to the control group (p < 0,001). Furthermore, the intervention group showed increased self-efficacy scores at all monitoring moments, which shows that the educational intervention was able to raise and maintain women's confidence in breastfeeding their child over time. CONCLUSION: The use of a telephone-based intervention focused on self-efficacy principles and delivered by trained nurses effectively promoted maternal confidence in breastfeeding. Brazilian Clinical Trial Registry: RBR-7m7vc8.

The effect of educational technology use to guide parturient women's companions: a randomized controlled study.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the companion's role during the labor and delivery processes, comparing the influence of the use of an educational technology. METHOD: A single-blind randomized controlled study, in which 73 participants were divided into two groups, 35 in the intervention group and 38 in the comparison group. To analyze the groups the chi-square and the Fisher's exact tests were used in categorical variables and the Student's t-test or the Mann-Whitney test in continuous variables. RESULTS: When comparing the experience and the support provided, it was found that there was no difference between the groups in relation to the level of support (p=0.48) and satisfaction with the experience of monitoring the delivery process (p=0.19). However, there was a difference regarding insecurity in monitoring (p=0.00) and concern regarding the parturient health status (p=0.00). CONCLUSION: The companions who received the intervention with educational technology were more likely to use physical, emotional and intermediation support actions. Registry of Brazilian Clinical Trials UTN: U1111-1231-8695.

Symptomatic and anatomic improvement of pelvic organ prolapse in vaginal pessary users.

INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS: The vaginal pessary is a conservative method for treating pelvic organ prolapse (POP). It is able to reduce symptoms with minimal complications, improving quality of life (QOL). This study's hypothesis was that the use of pessaries decreases quantitative measures and improves women's QOL. We aimed to evaluate the effects of the use of a ring pessary on the quantitative measurements of POP by the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) and on QOL. METHODS: Prospective cohort study divided in two stages. In stage I POP-Q and QOL were assessed prior to the use of the ring pessary and in stage II after its use for at least 4 months with pessary removal 72 h before clinical evaluation. Wilcoxon tests were performed for necessary comparisons and Spearman's tests for calculating correlations. RESULTS: One hundred thirty-six women were evaluated, of which 50 were included. There was a decrease in POP in at least one of the vaginal compartments in the women included. When assessing individual measures (Ba, Bp and C), reductions in all measures were observed. There was also an improvement in the general and specific quality of life of women. CONCLUSION: The ring pessary proved to be a good therapeutic option, with a reduction in POP-Q measurements and/or absence of POP progression in the short term and an improvement in women's QOL.

The effect of educational technology use to guide parturient women's companions: a randomized controlled study / Efecto de la aplicación de la tecnología educacional en la orientación de acompañantes de parturientas: estudio aleatorio controlado / Efeito da aplicação de tecnologia educativa para orientação de acompanhantes de parturientes: estudo randomizado controlado

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the companion's role during the labor and delivery processes, comparing the influence of the use of an educational technology. Method: A single-blind randomized controlled study, in which 73 participants were divided into two groups, 35 in the intervention group and 38 in the comparison group. To analyze the groups the chi-square and the Fisher's exact tests were used in categorical variables and the Student's t-test or the Mann-Whitney test in continuous variables. Results: When comparing the experience and the support provided, it was found that there was no difference between the groups in relation to the level of support (p=0.48) and satisfaction with the experience of monitoring the delivery process (p=0.19). However, there was a difference regarding insecurity in monitoring (p=0.00) and concern regarding the parturient health status (p=0.00). Conclusion: The companions who received the intervention with educational technology were more likely to use physical, emotional and intermediation support actions. Registry of Brazilian Clinical Trials UTN: U1111-1231-8695.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Evaluar la actuación del acompañante en el proceso del parto, comparando la influencia de la utilización de una tecnología educacional. Método: Se trata de un ensayo clínico controlado y aleatorio simple ciego en el que 73 participantes se dividieron en dos grupos, 35 en el grupo de intervención y 38 en el grupo de comparación. Para el análisis de los grupos, se utilizaron las pruebas de chi-cuadrado y Fisher en las variables categóricas y la prueba t de Student o la de Mann-Whitney en las variables continuas. Resultados: En la comparación de la vivencia y del apoyo prestado, se comprobó que no había diferencias entre los grupos en cuanto al nivel de apoyo (p=0,48) y a la satisfacción con la experiencia del seguimiento del proceso del parto (p=0,19). Por otro lado, se encontraron diferencias con relación a la inseguridad del seguimiento (p=0,00) y a la preocupación por el estado de salud de la parturienta (p=0,00). Conclusión: Los acompañantes que recibieron la intervención con la tecnología educacional estaban más inclinados a valerse de acciones de apoyo físico, emocional y de intermediación. Registro de Ensayos Clínicos Brasileños UTN:U1111-1231-8695.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar a atuação do acompanhante no processo de parturição, comparando a influência da utilização de uma tecnologia educativa. Método: Ensaio clínico randomizado controlado uni-cego, em que 73 participantes foram divididos em dois grupos, sendo 35 no grupo intervenção e 38 no grupo comparação. Para a análise dos grupos, foram utilizados os testes qui-quadrado e Fisher nas variáveis categóricas e o teste t de Student ou Mann-Whitney nas variáveis contínuas. Resultados: Na comparação da vivência e do apoio prestado, verificou-se que não houve diferença entre os grupos em relação ao nível de apoio (p=0,48) e à satisfação com a experiência de acompanhar o processo de parto (p=0,19). Contudo, houve diferença quanto à insegurança em acompanhar (p=0,00) e à preocupação em relação ao estado de saúde da parturiente (p= 0,00). Conclusão: Os acompanhantes que receberam a intervenção com a tecnologia educativa foram mais propícios à utilização de ações de apoio físico, emocional e de intermediação. Registro de Ensaios Clínicos Brasileiros UTN:U1111-1231-8695.

Ações de promoção da saúde e near miss materno: revisão integrativa / Health promotion actions and maternal near miss: an integrative review

RESUMO Objetivo identificar as ações de promoção da saúde para a redução do near miss materno. Métodos trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura. A busca dos artigos foi realizada nas bases de dados MEDLINE/PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS, SCOPUS e Web of Science, utilizando-se a seguinte combinação: Near Miss, Healthcare AND Health promotion AND Maternal Welfare OR Maternal Health. Resultados os 17 estudos selecionados abordaram as seguintes recomendações sobre as ações de promoção da saúde para a redução do near miss materno: fortalecimento do atendimento pré-natal; acesso ao planejamento reprodutivo; orientação e preparação para o parto; educação como política inclusiva; educação continuada para profissionais e melhora do sistema de regulação. Conclusão evidenciaram-se, no estudo, as ações de promoção da saúde: realização de pré-natal efetivo e as ações relacionadas à gestão no que concerne à capacitação profissional, suporte físico adequado nas unidades de saúde e rede de atenção organizada e eficaz.

ABSTRACT Objective to identify health promotion actions to reduce maternal near misses. Methods this is an integrative review of the literature. The search for the articles was carried out in the MEDLINE/PubMed, CINAHL, LILACS, SCOPUS, and Web of Science databases, using the following combination: Near Miss, Healthcare AND Health promotion AND Maternal Welfare OR Maternal Health. Results the 17 studies selected addressed the following recommendations on health promotion actions to decrease maternal near miss: enhancing prenatal care; access to reproductive planning; guidance and preparation for childbirth; education as an inclusion policy; continuing education for professionals and improvement of the regulation system. Conclusion health promotion actions were evidenced in the study: carrying out effective prenatal care and actions related to management concerning professional training, adequate physical support in health units, and an organized and effective care network.

Telephone intervention to promote maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy: randomized clinical trial / Intervención telefónica para promover la autoeficacia materna en la lactancia: ensayo clínico randomizado / Intervenção telefônica para promoção da autoeficácia materna ao amamentar: ensaio clínico randomizado

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the effects of an educational intervention via telephone on maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy. Method: Randomized controlled clinical trial including 240 puerperae from a secondary care hospital randomized into two groups: control and intervention. The educational intervention took place at seven, 30, 90, and 150 days postpartum and centered on self-efficacy and motivational interviewing principles. Self-efficacy was measured by the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form. The data followed the abnormal distribution, so non-parametric tests were used. Results: The intervention group obtained higher median breastfeeding self-efficacy scores across the three outcome measures when compared to the control group (p < 0,001). Furthermore, the intervention group showed increased self-efficacy scores at all monitoring moments, which shows that the educational intervention was able to raise and maintain women's confidence in breastfeeding their child over time. Conclusion: The use of a telephone-based intervention focused on self-efficacy principles and delivered by trained nurses effectively promoted maternal confidence in breastfeeding. Brazilian Clinical Trial Registry: RBR-7m7vc8.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Analizar los efectos de una intervención educativa, vía telefónica, sobre la autoeficacia de la lactancia materna. Método: Es un ensayo clínico randomizado controlado, que incluye 240 puérperas de un hospital de atención secundaria que fueron aleatorizadas en dos grupos: control e intervención. La intervención educacional se llevó a cabo a los 7, 30, 90 y 150 días posparto, centralizada en los principios de la autoeficacia y en la entrevista motivacional. La autoeficacia se midió con la BSES-SF. Los datos siguieron la distribución anormal; por esta razón, se utilizaron pruebas no-paramétricas. Resultados: El grupo intervención obtuvo medianas más altas de las puntuaciones de autoeficacia en la lactancia a lo largo de las tres evaluaciones de desenlace, comparado al grupo control (p < 0,001). Además, el grupo intervención mostró un aumento de las puntuaciones de autoeficacia en todos los momentos del seguimiento, lo que demuestra que la intervención educativa fue capaz no sólo de aumentar, sino también de mantener la confianza de la mujer en la lactancia de su hijo a lo largo del tiempo. Conclusión: El uso de una intervención telefónica centrada en los principios de autoeficacia y llevado a cabo por enfermeros capacitados fue eficaz para promover la confianza en la lactancia materna. Registro Brasileño de Ensayos Clínicos de Brasil: RBR-7m7vc8

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar os efeitos de uma intervenção educativa, via telefone, sobre a autoeficácia materna ao amamentar. Método: Ensaio clínico randomizado controlado incluindo 240 puérperas de um hospital de atenção secundária e que foram randomizadas em dois grupos: controle e intervenção. A intervenção educativa se deu aos sete, 30, 90 e 150 dias pós-parto e foi centrada nos princípios da autoeficácia e entrevista motivacional. A autoeficácia foi medida pela Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form. Os dados seguiram a distribuição anormal sendo, portanto, utilizados testes não-paramétricos. Resultados: O grupo intervenção obteve maiores medianas de escores de autoeficácia ao amamentar ao longo das três avaliações de desfecho, isso quando comparado ao grupo controle (p < 0,001). Além disso, o grupo intervenção apresentou aumento dos escores de autoeficácia em todos os momentos de acompanhamento, o que evidencia que a intervenção educativa foi capaz não apenas de elevar, mas também manter a confiança da mulher em amamentar o seu filho ao longo do tempo. Conclusão: O uso de uma intervenção por telefone centrada nos princípios da autoeficácia e realizada por enfermeiro treinado foi eficaz para promover a confiança materna em amamentar. Registro Brasileiro de Ensaio Clínico: RBR-7m7vc8

Pessary evaluation for genital prolapse treatment: From acceptance to successful fitting.

AIMS: To determine the percentage of women with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse who opted for pessary and had a successful pessary fitting trial; to identify the most commonly used size of pessary for stage of prolapse; and to identify risk factors associated with unsuccessful fitting. METHODS: We conducted a prospective cohort study of women with symptoms of genital prolapse referred to a public hospital tertiary care clinic (2013-2019). We used ring and ring with support pessaries for fittings. We collected patient demographics, pelvic organ prolapse quantification, size of pessary used and evaluated factors associated with pessary fittings. We defined unsuccessful fit as failure to continue pessary use at 4 weeks post fitting trial. We used Mann-Whitney and χ2 tests to compare variables between groups of successfully and unsuccessfully fitted. Using logistic regression, we built a prediction model for unsuccessful fit. RESULTS: All 170 women with symptomatic prolapse referred to our clinic accepted to undergo a pessary fitting. More than 70% (n = 124/72.9%) were successfully at 4 weeks. We used an average of 1.7 pessaries (range: 1-6) per patient to identify the best-fitting pessary and #2, 5, 3, 7, and 4 were the sizes commonly used (78.2%). Women with body mass index ≥30 kg/m2 (odds ratio [OR]: 4.74; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.98-11.32; P < .001), total vaginal length <7.5 cm (OR: 3.78; 95% CI, 1.98-11.32; P < .001), and sexually active women (OR: 2.26; 95% CI, 1.04-4.91; P = .035) were associated with increased unsuccessful fitting. CONCLUSION: The vaginal pessary proved to be an excellent choice, with high acceptance and successful fitting rates.

Women and healthcare providers' knowledge, attitudes and practice related to pessaries for pelvic organ prolapse: A Systematic review.

OBJECTIVE: To identify the knowledge, attitudes and practice of women and healthcare professionals in relation to pessary use for POP. METHOD: This systematic review was carried out in agreement with PRISMA recommendations. PubMed/MEDLINE, SCOPUS, Virtual Health Library, Web of Science, CAPES Periodicals and CINAHL databases were searched for studies without date or language limitations. Search strategies were developed for identifying studies examining knowledge, attitudes and practice toward vaginal pessaries use. Two reviewers independently screened titles and abstracts to identify eligible studies. Data extraction was performed independently in duplicate into a standardized form. Quality of included studies was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute quality assessment tool. The protocol was registered with the PROSPERO International prospective register of systematic reviews [CRD42018114236]. RESULTS: Fourteen studies were included. Knowledge and practice were the main domains investigated among patients and professionals, respectively. The results demonstrated poor patient knowledge; however, in urogynecologic patients, knowledge was better. Previous consultation with a Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery specialist (p = .001) and a higher level of education (p = .006) were associated with improved knowledge of pessary use. Fear of vaginal discharge, irritation, bleeding, and pain were factors that supported the decision not to use a pessary. Previous consultation with a generalist gynecologist (p = .03)and a lower level of education (p = .03) predicted aversion to pessary use. Providers demonstrated adequate knowledge and recommended pessary in 86.4% to 98.0% of cases. Having specialist and pessary management training were some factors that influenced a better attitude towards pessaries among health professionals. CONCLUSION: The knowledge, attitudes and practice of women and health care providers about pessary use are seldom investigated. Developing a psychometrically valid instrument for assessment of knowledge, attitudes and practice is desirable to examine the complex interactions between these three constructs, expose barriers to pessary care, and develop targeted educational interventions.

A systematic review of the prevalence, risk factors, and impact of pelvic floor dysfunctions in nurses.

AIM: To investigate the prevalence, risk factors, and impact of pelvic floor dysfunctions in female nurses. DESIGN: A systematic review. DATA SOURCES: Searches were conducted in the following five electronic databases: PubMed/Medline, LILACS, SCIELO, Cochrane Library, and CINAHL. There were no period or language limitations. REVIEW METHODS: Data extraction and synthesis were conducted and the appraisal of the quality of the studies was performed using the Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tool checklist for prevalence data. RESULTS: A total of 15 studies were included. The symptoms investigated were lower urinary tract symptoms, including urinary incontinence and its subtypes, sexual dysfunctions, constipation, faecal incontinence, and dual incontinence. Overall, prevalence ranged from 9.9% to 89.6%. Associated factors related to occupational roles were lifting heavy weights and poor bladder habits. Quality of life was significantly worse for nurses with pelvic floor disorders. CONCLUSION: Pelvic floor dysfunctions are very common among female nurses, considerably affecting their quality of life. Additional studies are needed to investigate the impact on work productivity, causal relationships with the occupation and the performance of prevention and treatment interventions directed toward this population.

Avaliação de aplicativos móveis para promoção da saúde de gestantes com pré-eclâmpsia / Análisis de aplicaciones móviles para la promoción de la salud de mujeres embarazadas con preeclampsia / Evaluation of mobile Apps for health promotion of pregnant women with preeclampsia

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar os aplicativos móveis disponíveis sobre pré-eclâmpsia (PE) nos principais sistemas operacionais para a promoção da saúde de gestantes. Métodos Estudo avaliativo dos aplicativos móveis disponíveis nas plataformas (iOS e Android). Foi realizada uma busca sistemática nas lojas virtuais dos principais sistemas operacionais: Play Store (Android, Google ) e App Store (iOS, Apple ) de abril a junho de 2018, delimitando-se as seguintes etapas: estabelecimento dos objetivos da avaliação e dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão de aplicativos (seleção da amostra), definição das informações a serem extraídas, análise dos resultados, discussão e apresentação da avaliação. Para tanto, foram utilizados dois dispositivos: um Samsung Galaxy S8, compatível com Android e um Iphone 8, compatível com iOS versão 10.2.1. Três buscas foram realizadas em cada loja virtual, utilizando-se individualmente cada uma das seguintes palavras-chaves: Pré-eclâmpsia; eclâmpsia e promoção da saúde de gestantes com pré-eclâmpsia. Resultados 11 aplicativos foram elegíveis para o estudo. Todos estavam presentes no sistema operacional Android e apenas um estava disponível nos dois sistemas operacionais, Android e iOS. Dos 11, seis aplicativos abordavam características da pré-eclâmpsia; apenas um abordava o manejo clínico da PE. A avaliação do aplicativo variou de 14 a 29 pontos em um escore que varia de 6 a 30 pontos. Apenas dois aplicativos possuíam versões em português. Conclusão Foi possível verificar que os aplicativos possuem informações importantes que podem esclarecer eventuais dúvidas que as gestantes possam ter.

Resumen Objetivo Analizar las aplicaciones móviles disponibles en los principales sistemas operativos sobre preeclampsia para la promoción de la salud de mujeres embarazadas. Métodos Estudio evaluativo de las aplicaciones móviles disponibles en las plataformas iOS y Android. Se realizó una búsqueda sistemática en las tiendas virtuales de los principales sistemas operativos: Play Store (Android, Google) y App Store (iOS, Apple) de abril a junio de 2018. Se definieron las siguientes etapas: establecimiento de los objetivos de la evaluación y de los criterios de inclusión o exclusión de aplicaciones (selección de muestra), definición de la información que será extraída, análisis de los resultados, debate y presentación del análisis. Para eso, se utilizaron dos dispositivos: un Samsung Galaxy S8, compatible con Android, y un iPhone 8, compatible con iOS versión 10.2.1. En cada tienda virtual, se realizaron tres búsquedas, mediante la utilización de las siguientes palabras clave de forma individual: preeclampsia, eclampsia y promoción de la salud de mujeres embarazadas con preeclampsia. Resultados 11 aplicaciones fueron elegidas para el estudio. Todas estaban presentes en el sistema operativo Android y solo una estaba disponible en los dos sistemas operativos Android e iOS. De las 11 aplicaciones, 6 abordaban características de la preeclampsia y solo una trataba el manejo clínico de la preeclampsia. La evaluación de la aplicación estuvo en el rango de 14 a 29 puntos, en una escala de 6 a 30 puntos. Solo dos aplicaciones tenían versión en portugués. Conclusión Fue posible verificar que las aplicaciones contienen información importante que puede esclarecer posibles dudas que las mujeres embarazadas puedan tener.

Abstract Objective Evaluate the available mobile applications (Apps) about preeclampsia (PE) in the main operating systems for the health promotion of pregnant women. Methods Evaluative study of available mobile Apps on platforms (iOS and Android). A systematic search was performed in the virtual stores of the main operating systems: Play Store (Android, Google ) and App Store (iOS, Apple ), from April to June 2018, delimiting the following steps: establishment of evaluation objectives and the criteria for inclusion and exclusion of Apps (sample selection), definition of the information to be extracted, analysis of the results, discussion and presentation of the evaluation. For this, two devices were used: a Samsung Galaxy S8, compatible with Android, and an Iphone 8, compatible with iOS version 10.2.1. Three searches were conducted in each virtual store, using each of the following keywords individually: preeclampsia; eclampsia; and, health promotion of pregnant women with preeclampsia. Results 11 Apps were eligible for the study. All were present on the Android operating system; only one was available on both operating systems, Android and iOS. Of the 11, six Apps addressed PE characteristics; only one addressed the clinical management of PE. The scores for evaluation of the Apps ranged from 14 to 29 points, on a scale that ranged from 6 to 30 points. Only two Apps had Portuguese versions. Conclusion It was possible to verify that the Apps have important information that can clarify doubts that pregnant women may have.

Telephone intervention in the promotion of self-efficacy, duration and exclusivity of breastfeeding: randomized controlled trial. / Intervenção telefônica na promoção da autoeficácia, duração e exclusividade do aleitamento materno: estudo experimental randomizado controlado.

OBJECTIVE: to evaluate the effect of a telephone intervention on the self-efficacy of puerperal women in the duration and exclusivity of breastfeeding. METHOD: randomized controlled trial composed of 85 breastfeeding mothers at 2 months and 77 at 4 months. The sample was randomized into two groups, control and intervention. The intervention consisted of a telephone follow-up performed at seven, 15 and 30 days after delivery using the precepts of Motivational Interview and Self-Efficacy in Breastfeeding. RESULTS: self-efficacy in breastfeeding at 2 months was similar in both groups (p = 0.773). However, at 4 months, the intervention group presented higher self-efficacy than the control group (p = 0.011). There was a difference between groups in the duration of breastfeeding at 2 months (p = 0.035). At 4 months, the intervention group remained in breastfeeding when compared to the control group (p = 0.109). Both groups did not show differences in exclusive breastfeeding at two (p = 0.983) and four months (p = 0.573). CONCLUSION: the telephone educational intervention was effective in improving self-efficacy and duration of breastfeeding, but not exclusivity. (ReBEC: UTN: U1111-1180-5341).

Quality of Life in Women with Defecatory Dysfunctions: Systematic Review of Questionnaires Validated in the Portuguese Language.

OBJECTIVE: To identify the quality of life (QoL) assessment instruments related to the health of women with fecal incontinence (FI) or anal incontinence (AI). DATA SOURCES: Systematic review conducted in the Virtual Health Library (VHL), PubMed and Cochrane Library databases. The descriptors used were: Questionnaire, Questionnaires, Quality of life, validation, validation Studies, anal incontinence, fecal incontinence and constipation. The search was performed between December 26, 2017 and the beginning of January 2018. The limits used were female gender. SELECTION OF STUDIES: Initially, 5,143 articles were obtained in the search. The articles of validation for Portuguese of questionnaires for the evaluation of the impact of FI/AI on the QoL of women were considered eligible. DATA COLLECTION: The article search was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyzes (PRISMA) guidelines. DATA SYNTHESIS: Of the 5,143 articles, only 2 fulfilled the inclusion and exclusion criteria: Fecal Incontinence Quality of Life (FIQL) and the Wexner scale (WS). The FIQL evaluates the QoL related to FI, not covering flatus incontinence. The WS assesses flatus incontinence and the severity of the AI. The WS obtained an interclass correlation coefficient (ICC) of 0.932 and a Cronbach α coefficient > 0.90. The FIQL obtained intraexaminer and interexaminer reproducibility ranging from 0.929 to 0.957 and from 0.944 to 0.969, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: The WS and the FIQL have satisfactory reliability and validity for use during gynecological consultations.

OBJETIVO: Identificar os instrumentos de avaliação da qualidade de vida (QV) relacionados à saúde de mulheres com incontinência fecal (IF) ou incontinência anal (IA). FONTES DOS DADOS: Revisão sistemática nas bases de dados da BVS, PubMed e Biblioteca Cochrane. Os descritores usados foram: Questionnaire, Questionnaires, Quality of life, validation, validation Studies, anal incontinence, fecal incontinence e constipation. A pesquisa foi realizada entre 26 de dezembro de 2017 até o início de janeiro de 2018. Os limites utilizados foram sexo feminino. SELEçãO DOS ESTUDOS: Inicialmente, 5.143 artigos foram obtidos na pesquisa. Os artigos de validação para o português de questionários de avaliação do impacto da IF/IA na QV das mulheres foram considerados elegíveis. COLETA DE DADOS: A busca de artigos foi conduzida de acordo com as diretrizes do Principais Itens para Relatar Revisões Sistemáticas e Meta-análises (PRISMA, na sigla em inglês). SíNTESES DOS DADOS: Dos 5.143 artigos, apenas 2 preencheram os critérios de inclusão e exclusão: Qualidade de Vida em Incontinência Fecal (FIQL, na sigla em inglês) e Escala de Wexner (WS, na sigla em inglês). O FIQL avalia a QV relacionada à FI, não abrangendo a incontinência de gases. O WS avalia a incontinência dos flatos e a gravidade da IA. O WS obteve um coeficiente de correlação interclasse (ICC, na sigla em inglês) de 0,932 e alfa de Cronbach > 0,90. O FIQL obteve reprodutibilidade intraexaminador e interexaminador variando de 0,929 a 0,957 e de 0,944 a 0,969, respectivamente. CONCLUSõES: O WS e o FIQL têm confiabilidade e validade satisfatória para uso durante consultas ginecológicas.

Quality of life in women with defecatory dysfunctions: systematic review of questionnaires validated in the portuguese language / Qualidade de vida em mulheres com disfunções defecatórias: revisão sistemática de questionários validados para a língua portuguesa

Abstract Objective To identify the quality of life (QoL) assessment instruments related to the health of women with fecal incontinence (FI) or anal incontinence (AI). Data Sources Systematic review conducted in the Virtual Health Library (VHL), PubMed and Cochrane Library databases. The descriptors used were: Questionnaire, Questionnaires, Quality of life, validation, validation Studies, anal incontinence, fecal incontinence and constipation. The search was performed between December 26, 2017 and the beginning of January 2018. The limits used were female gender. Selection of Studies Initially, 5,143 articles were obtained in the search. The articles of validation for Portuguese of questionnaires for the evaluation of the impact of FI/AI on the QoL of women were considered eligible. Data Collection The article search was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyzes (PRISMA) guidelines. Data Synthesis Of the 5,143 articles, only 2 fulfilled the inclusion and exclusion criteria: Fecal Incontinence Quality of Life (FIQL) and the Wexner scale (WS). The FIQL evaluates the QoL related to FI, not covering flatus incontinence. The WS assesses flatus incontinence and the severity of the AI. The WS obtained an interclass correlation coefficient (ICC) of 0.932 and a Cronbach α coefficient > 0.90. The FIQL obtained intraexaminer and interexaminer reproducibility ranging from 0.929 to 0.957 and from 0.944 to 0.969, respectively. Conclusions The WS and the FIQL have satisfactory reliability and validity for use during gynecological consultations.

Resumo Objetivo Identificar os instrumentos de avaliação da qualidade de vida (QV) relacionados à saúde de mulheres com incontinência fecal (IF) ou incontinência anal (IA). Fontes dos dados Revisão sistemática nas bases de dados da BVS, PubMed e Biblioteca Cochrane. Os descritores usados foram: Questionnaire, Questionnaires, Quality of life, validation, validation Studies, anal incontinence, fecal incontinence e constipation. A pesquisa foi realizada entre 26 de dezembro de 2017 até o início de janeiro de 2018. Os limites utilizados foram sexo feminino. Seleção dos estudos Inicialmente, 5.143 artigos foram obtidos na pesquisa. Os artigos de validação para o português de questionários de avaliação do impacto da IF/IA na QV das mulheres foram considerados elegíveis. Coleta de dados A busca de artigos foi conduzida de acordo com as diretrizes do Principais Itens para Relatar Revisões Sistemáticas e Meta-análises (PRISMA, na sigla em inglês). Sínteses dos dados Dos 5.143 artigos, apenas 2 preencheram os critérios de inclusão e exclusão: Qualidade de Vida em Incontinência Fecal (FIQL, na sigla em inglês) e Escala de Wexner (WS, na sigla em inglês). O FIQL avalia a QV relacionada à FI, não abrangendo a incontinência de gases. O WS avalia a incontinência dos flatos e a gravidade da IA. O WS obteve um coeficiente de correlação interclasse (ICC, na sigla em inglês) de 0,932 e alfa de Cronbach > 0,90. O FIQL obteve reprodutibilidade intraexaminador e interexaminador variando de 0,929 a 0,957 e de 0,944 a 0,969, respectivamente. Conclusões O WS e o FIQL têm confiabilidade e validade satisfatória para uso durante consultas ginecológicas.

Women's knowledge, attitude and practice related to urinary incontinence: systematic review.

INTRODUCTION: Knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) investigations lead to an understanding of what a particular population group knows, thinks and does in relation to a certain subject. METHODS: This systematic review was conducted to identify women's KAP related to urinary incontinence (UI) described in the literature and the measurement/evaluation instruments used. A literature search, up to July 2017, was conducted in PUBMED, SCOPUS and BVS (Virtual Health Library) for articles dealing with women's KAP related to UI that described the validation procedure of any data collection instrument. Articles that investigated exclusively male subjects, provider performance or academic teaching strategies were excluded. Relevant studies were analyzed and briefly summarized. RESULTS: Initially, 799 articles were retrieved. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 19 remained for reading and summarizing. There has been interest in identifying and evaluating some of the KAP elements related to UI since 1994, with a wide variety of validated instruments used. Knowledge was evaluated in 15 articles and all concluded that there was misinformation about UI in the populations studied. Seven articles studied the intention to seek healthcare for UI, among which only one evidenced an adequate attitude in more than 70% of the participants. All the articles that investigated practice revealed low rates of seeking care. CONCLUSIONS: The KAP elements are influenced by specific questions in each of the studied populations, leading to unique results, which indicates the importance of investigations using standardized data collection instruments that have psychometric validity tested in the target populations.