RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia最新文献

{"title":"Orthodontic treatment protocol in young adults with maxillary endognathia using the rapid palatal expander anchored in a mini-implant","authors":"Primavera Sousa-Santos, Juliette Jean, Lamiae Es-Samti, Sofia Sousa-Santos, Teresa Vale, Ana Catarina Azeredo de Oliveira","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i2.791","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i2.791","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Maxillary endognathia is a skeletal malocclusion that, if left untreated, can evolve into a complex malocclusion, which hinders facial development and creates breathing problems due to nasal constriction. In 2010, Lee and collaborators created a mini-implant-assisted rapid maxillary expansion (MARPE) technique. Objectives: To describe the MARPE protocol and its clinical effects. Materials and methods: A bibliographic search was carried out in the Pubmed, Science Direct, Scielo and Google Scholar databases referring to the last 10 years. Results: The search strategies described enabled 150 articles to be obtained which went through various selection stages. In the end, 15 articles were evaluated and selected for this review. Discussion: The MARPE technique has reduced the skeletal, dento-alveolar and periodontal side effects caused by conventional appliances, optimizing the potential for skeletal expansion in individuals with advanced stages of skeletal maturation. Conclusion: The MARPE appliance has bone and dental anchorage. The clinical effects include the opening of the maxilla in the frontal plane, an increase in the volume of the nasal cavity after expansion, an increase in the interzygomatic distance, an increase in the average width of the face and the width of the alar base and widening of the nose. There was also a decrease in buccal bone thickness and alveolar crest height and a buccal inclination in the premolars and molars. In carrying out this research, we found that there are few or practically no studies on the effect on the pulp cavity, root resorption and orbital volume.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"27 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141704692","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Analysis of the use of antimicrobials in the inpatient services of the Hospital Provincial de Tete, Mozambique","authors":"Zubaida Ibrahim, Augusto Bene","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i2.796","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i2.796","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Antimicrobials are frequently prescribed in hospital environments as essential therapy. However, their inappropriate use can trigger antimicrobial resistance (AMR), increasing the risk of life-threatening diseases. Objective: To analyze the pattern of antimicrobial use in the inpatient services of Hospital Provincial de Tete. Methods: This is a retrospective, cross-sectional cohort study with a quantitative approach, carried out in five inpatient services: Surgery I, Internal Medicine I and II, Orthopedics, and Pediatrics, during the month of May 2023. The sample was selected using a randomized probabilistic technique. The data was collected and entered into Microsoft Excel statistical software. Then was analyzed in SPSS version 27 for Windows, using descriptive analyses. Results: 300 clinical processes containing at least one antimicrobial were analyzed, totaling 591 antimicrobials prescribed. Predominantly, antimicrobials were administered intravenously (89.0%), with penicillins (41.5%) being the most prescribed class, followed by aminoglycosides (12.4%) and cephalosporins (10.3%). Around 2.3% of prescriptions contained a dosage error. Conclusion: The results highlight the need to implement comprehensive awareness programs on antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance among hospital healthcare professionals.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"67 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141697870","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Characterization of Snakebite Accidents in Benguela Province, 2019 – 2021","authors":"Paula Oliveira, Freddy Gómez-Martínez, Alina Maria Ruiz Piedra Ing, Diana Martín-Garcia","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i2.655","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i2.655","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Snakebites are a public health problem affecting tropical countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. In Angola there are no rigorous statistics or scientific studies that allow us to know the situation of the country. Objective: to characterize snakebite accidents in Benguela province, in the period 2019-2021. Material and Method: Observational, descriptive, cross-sectional, and prospective study. Universe made up of the total number of families in the municipalities with the highest incidence: Cubal, Lobito, Caimbambo and Chongoroi. The sample size was calculated with a 95% confidence level for a total of 124 households, represented by 1014 people. The residences were selected by simple random sampling. A structured interview was given to the head of the family, with prior informed consent. Data were analyzed in SPSS through absolute frequencies and percentages. Results: Of the heads of household, 73.3% are men, 76.6% work in the fields and 56% had primary education. Of the total number of people, 2.6% were bitten by snakes (26 people) and 3 died. Of the survivors, 13% had physical sequelae. Regarding knowledge, 64.5% identified it as the place with the highest incidence at home, 33.8% from 6 pm to 12 pm, 48.3% in the summer season, 100% applied traditional treatments, 94.4% correctly identified at least one, and 70.9% recognized bitis arietans. Regarding prevention measures, 49.1% do not know, although of the remaining 54.8% consider it better to wear shoes or boots. Conclusion: Angola needs to continue and increase community education programs to alleviate human suffering.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"37 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141844399","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Postural changes in adolescents with refractive errors","authors":"Francisca Carreira, Beatriz Pereira, Margarida Rodrigues, Maria Borges, Sara Silva, Cristina Sá","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.595","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.595","url":null,"abstract":"adolescents, potentially leading to an increase in refractive errors (RE) and consequently, possible postural alterations. Objectives: To identify postural alterations in adolescents with refractive errors; investigate the relationship between screen time, physical activity (PA), and lifestyle with RE and posture; and compare postural differences between genders and levels of PA. Materials and Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional correlational study was conducted. Twelve adolescents aged 12 to 18 of both genders participated, undergoing postural evaluation using the SAPO protocol. Descriptive analysis was performed for sample characterization. The t’student test was employed to compare postural alterations between genders and PA levels, and the Spearman correlation coefficient was used to assess the relationship between screen time, PA, lifestyle, RE, and postural alterations. Results: Postural alterations were identified in different RE. Gender differences were observed only in the Q angle of the knee (females exhibited more pronounced valgus), and significant correlations were found between the horizontal alignment of the head and screen time for other devices, except the mobile phone. Conclusion: Postural alterations were identified in the head, elevation of the acromion, pelvic elevation and anteversion, trunk inclination, and knee misalignment in individuals with RE. Valgus of the knees was more prevalent in females, and a relationship was observed between the horizontal misalignment of the head and screen time.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"21 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140413617","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Protein intake and weight loss in overweight or obese individuals","authors":"António Fernandes, Fábio Ferreira, A. Pereira","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.641","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.641","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Food plays a central role in weight loss. However, there is the possibility of maximizing health efficiency during this process, depending on the ingested amount of each macronutrient. Objective: To evaluate the effect of protein intake on weight loss in overweight and obese individuals. Material and Methods: A systematic review of the literature was carried out, according to the PRISMA methodology, using the PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science databases. Articles that met the inclusion criteria were selected, resulting in 14 eligible articles out of 422 initially identified. Results: Studies revealed that groups with higher protein intake had greater weight and fat loss - 4 (28.57%) and 6 studies (42.86%), respectively. It was also found that, associated with this weight loss, in 2 studies (14.29%) there were significant reductions in LDL cholesterol, and in 1 study (7.14%), there was a reduction in the levels of the enzymes aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotransferase. Effects on satiety and appetite were analyzed in 4 studies (28.57%), with 2 (14.29%) reporting higher levels of satiety and better appetite control in the higher protein intake group. Conclusion: A higher protein intake may enhance beneficial effects on weight loss in overweight or obese individuals, however there is a need for further studies to support the occurrences analyzed in this review.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"72 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140411424","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Atypical activity of Respiratory Syncytial Virus during the COVID-19 pandemic in a Portuguese hospital","authors":"Márcia Oliveira, Nádia Martins, Sandra Mota, Maria Manuela Amorim","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.660","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.660","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) represents the main cause of acute lower respiratory tract infection in children up to 5 years of age. After the COVID-19 pandemic started in 2020, it was necessary to implement control measures that also affected RSV activity. Objectives: Study the epidemiological profile of RSV in paediatric patients who attended Centro Hospitalar Póvoa de Varzim - Vila do Conde, from September 1, 2019, to March 31, 2022. Methodology: We studied the results of RSV screening by Polymerase Chain Reaction by consulting existing records in SISLAB®. Data analysis was performed in IBM SPSS Statistics 28. Results: The activity of RSV in the 2019/2020 season started on week 49 of 2019 and ended on week 11 of 2020. In the 2020/2021 season, there were no cases of infection. RSV activity was recorded from week 24 of 2021 until week 3 of 2022. Regarding RSV infection in children under 13 months, it represented 57.1% of infection cases, between 2019 and 2020, and 24.3% between 2021 and 2022. Conclusion: The absence of RSV activity coincided with the implementation of COVID-19 control measures. We registered an inter-seasonal outbreak of RSV after those control measures were relaxed, thus observing an RSV epidemiological profile different from that normally recorded in Portugal.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"21 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140409371","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"RevSALUS in 2023 and 2024: scientific reflections, thanks to its reviewers and horizons for the future","authors":"R. Dinis-Oliveira, Márcia Pereira, António Almeida Dias, J. Conde","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.799","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.799","url":null,"abstract":"At the beginning of 2024, we take stock of the scientific progress of RevSALUS – RACS’ International Scientific Journal (Lusophone Academic Network of Health Sciences) we thank all those who have played a key role in another successful year for the journal, and we look ahead to the goals we want to achieve. As in the previous year, in 2023, RevSALUS published three regular issues, as well as two supplementary issues, resulting in a total of 22 articles and 236 abstracts from the various areas of life and health sciences. Throughout 2023, RevSALUS received a total of 40 articles through its editorial management platform, 14 of which were accepted for publication. With the growing scientific recognition of RevSALUS in the international arena, particularly in Lusophony, we are continuing the path to achieving indexing in the most prestigious databases in the health and life sciences. The journey so far has been marked by an unwavering commitment to scientific excellence, and we will continue to promote knowledge based on scientific integrity.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"39 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140415361","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Bispecific antibodies in hematological malignancies","authors":"Carlos Alberto Yasin Wayhs, Daiane de Oliveira Dias","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.640","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.640","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Immunotherapy is the new frontier in cancer treatment, challenging traditional views regarding the treatment of malignancy. It includes treatment with checkpoint inhibitors, monoclonal antibodies, chimeric antigen receptor T cells (CAR-T), and bispecific monoclonal antibodies (BsAbs). BsAbs are drugs composed of a single monoclonal antibody, which has two binding domains that can bind to two different antigens simultaneously, which is the great advantage of this therapy over others. Therefore, BsAbs have revolutionized clinical outcomes for different types of cancer, especially hematological ones, bringing good results and hope to patients with lymphomas, leukemias and multiple myeloma. Objective: The present research aims to provide an updated overview of BsAbs treatment applied to the main hematological neoplasms, as well as describe its classification and mechanism of action. Material and Methods: This is a literature review based on articles published in the last 9 years (2015-2023) in the PubMed database (Medline), relating hematological malignancies and BsAbs, using the keyword: “Bispecific antibody”. Results: A total of 1,530 articles were found, of which 48 were included in the development of this review article. Conclusions: BsAbs redirect the immune system cells action, generating a new therapeutic response, proving to be an innovative alternative in immunotherapy, being a vanguard option that combines molecular biology engineering and the immune system biological activity.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"2016 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140416375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessment of medication adherence in patients with Type 2 Diabetes and arterial hypertension: medication adherence in chronic disease","authors":"A. Rosu, André Coelho, P. Camacho","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.594","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v6i1.594","url":null,"abstract":"Aims: Assessment of medication adherence in newly diagnostic and treated patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Arterial Hypertension, in the Primary Health Care Units of Lisbon and Tagus Valley. Methods: This is an observational and retrospective cohort study. The population is composed of newly diagnosed patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Arterial Hypertension, at the beginning of treatment. Data was extracted from the Lisbon and Tagus Valley Regional Health Administration Information System. Medication adherence was assessed in three periods: patients started therapy or not after the professional's prescription (initiation); medication possession rate during the follow-up period (MPR) (implementation) and medication discontinuation, marks the end of therapy (discontinuation). Results: An initiation rate of 84.2% was obtained in patients with both diseases (98% for oral antidiabetic therapy and 84.6% for antihypertensive therapy). The implementation rates (MPR) for both diseases was only 3.4% (4.2% were considered adherent to oral antidiabetic therapy and 8.5% to antihypertensive therapy). The discontinuation rate was 3.4% (5.5% for oral antidiabetic therapy and 13.2% for antihypertensive therapy). Most patients initiate taking drugs after prescription but very few patients have a MPR enough to consider them having good adherence. Moreover, few patients discontinue the medication. Conclusions: Patients had a higher implementation rate to antihypertensive therapy but, on the other hand, were more persistent to the oral antidiabetic therapy. Through this new assessment, the medication adherence pattern seems to be influenced by the patient and by the disease itself.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":"25 47","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140408986","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Sociocracia 3.0: Um modelo de agilidade e resiliência aplicado ao núcleo académico da Terapia Ocupacional da RACS","authors":"Sílvia Martins, N. Moreira, Ângelo Maiela, Elisabete Roldão, Mónica Braúna Costa, Joaquim Faias","doi":"10.51126/revsalus.v5isupii.722","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51126/revsalus.v5isupii.722","url":null,"abstract":"Introdução: No processo de reativação do Núcleo Académico de Terapia Ocupacional (NATO) da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia (RACS), identificou-se a necessidade de um modelo de governança sustentável, que permitisse a manutenção da motivação e envolvimento dos seus membros, ao longo do tempo. Num núcleo académico (NA) que se pretende inclusivo e potenciador da diversidade dos seus elementos, estabeleceram-se critérios para este modelo como, gestão participativa, canais de comunicação claros, equidade e transparência nos processos de tomada de decisão e autonomia dos grupos de trabalho. A Sociocracia 3.0 (S3) foi escolhida como a tecnologia social adequada, para atender a estes critérios e permite navegar a complexidade, facilitar a colaboração e construir de organizações ágeis e resilientes (Priest, Bockelbrink, David, 2022; Czekaj, Walczak, Ziębicki, 2020). Objetivos: Analisar o processo de implementação de um modelo de governança e tomada de decisão para o funcionamento do NATO. Metodologia: Após selecionar a tecnologia social S3, identificaram-se ferramentas adequadas que não sobrecarregassem o sistema e as tarefas, optando-se por uma implementação faseada das mesmas. Inicialmente, criou-se um fluxograma para a comunicação e tomada de decisão nos grupos de trabalho e entre estes e os órgãos do NATO/RACS e incluíram-se check-in e check-out nas reuniões. Numa segunda fase, elaborou-se uma carta de princípios para orientar todas as ações do NATO. Estas abordagens envolveram todos os elementos de forma significativa. Resultados: Nesse processo, o NATO cresceu para 23 elementos de 5 instituições (4 de Portugal e 1 de Moçambique). Foram realizadas 9 reuniões gerais do NA, com uma média de 14 participantes. Organizaram-se duas Conferências Lusófonas de Terapia Ocupacional, participou-se em todas as reuniões internacionais da RACS e o NATO esteve representado em todas as reuniões com a comissão coordenadora dos núcleos académicos da RACS. No âmbito do NATO foram publicados 15 artigos e um suplemento na revista RevSALUS, respeitante à 1ªCLTO, com 28 publicações. Conclusões: Este modelo de trabalho permitiu interagir com os diversos órgãos de decisão e gestão da RACS, garantindo a participação equitativa, liberdade de expressão, transparência e sustentabilidade. Acreditamos que a implementação deste modelo teve um impacto significativo nos resultados alcançados no NATO.","PeriodicalId":506230,"journal":{"name":"RevSALUS - Revista Científica da Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia","volume":" 38","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139621751","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}