Sociodemographic Factors
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1. Pediatric inflammatory multisystemic syndrome in Brazil: sociodemographic characteristics and risk factors to death
Abstract Objective: To determine the incidence of MIS-C in Brazil, describe the clinical and sociodemographic characteristics of the pediatric population affected by MIS-C and compare mortality and lethality outcomes with isolated Covid-19 and MIS-C cases. Methods: Observational and retrospective cohort study of cases of MIS-C associated with Covid-19 in t
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2023
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2. Evaluation of malnutrition frequency and related factors of geriatric patients in need of home healthcare
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The nutritional status of frail elderly people receiving home health services should be evaluated. This study aimed to determine the nutritional status of patients aged ≥65 years registered in the Home Healthcare Services unit and investigate the factors that may be associated with malnutrition. METHODS: This cross-sectional descriptiv
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2023
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3. Burnout syndrome in resident physicians of a Federal University
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to determine the frequency of burnout, global, and by dimension, in resident physicians of Federal University of Piauí, and to identify possible factors associated with the presence of the syndrome. METHOD: This is a cross-sectional, observational, and descriptive study. Population: resident physicians in
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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4. Barriers to physical activity among adults in primary healthcare units in the National Health System: a cross-sectional study in Brazil
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Many factors may negatively impact physical activity (PA), but studies lack evidence of individual predictors of perceived barriers to PA among adults in primary healthcare units. OBJECTIVE: To analyze associations between sociodemographic characteristics, health conditions, leisure-time physical activity (LTPA), PA counseling and perc
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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5. Prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection among asymptomatic children in southeastern Brazil: a cross-sectional study
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The prevalence of Helico bacter pylori (H. pylori) infection is decreasing worldwide, but is still high in developing countries. We previously observed an H. pylori infection rate of 52% among children and adolescents with chronic non-ulcer dyspepsia. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the prevalence of H. pylori infection among asymptomatic ch
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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6. Insulin resistance by the triglyceride-glucose index in a rural Brazilian population
ABSTRACT Objective: The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of insulin resistance (IR) in a rural population in Brazil, to verify its association with sociodemographic, labor, lifestyle, and health factors. Subjects and methods: This is a cross-sectional study with 790 farmers in the state of Espírito Santo/Brazil. Triglyceride-glucose (TyG)
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022
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7. A potential syndemic effect associated with symptoms of depression among men who have sex with men
Introduction: Globally, depression rates are high among men who have sex with men (MSM). Multiple factors may interact synergistically to increase this risk. This analysis assessed the prevalence of symptoms of depression among MSM in Brazil and synergistic effects of several factors. Methods: Cross-sectional study conducted in 12 cities using respondent-dr
Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry. Publicado em: 2022
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8. Knowledge of and adherence to standard precautions in a hemodialysis unit: a cross-sectional study
Abstract BACKGROUND: Standard precautions (SPs) are recommended safety measures for healthcare professionals to follow, with a view to preventing healthcare-related infections (HCRIs) and for their own protection. Inadequate adherence to these measures can lead to occurrences of occupational accidents and HCRIs. OBJECTIVES: To ascertain the knowledge of an
Sao Paulo Medical Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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9. Prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea and associated factors in adult women
SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and factors associated with primary dysmenorrhea in a sample of adult women. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was carried out with women aged between 19 and 49 years from a city of northeastern Brazil. Sociodemographic, gynecological, and obstetric variables were assessed by questionnaires and in
Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira. Publicado em: 2022
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10. Loneliness and associated factors among Brazilian adolescents: results of national adolescent school-based health survey 2015
Abstract Objective: To identify the associated factors to loneliness among Brazilian adolescents, considering this is a knowledge gap and given its severity. The United Nations estimates that mental health problems affect approximately 20% of adolescents worldwide. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study with data from the National Adolescent School-based
Jornal de Pediatria. Publicado em: 2022
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11. Association between Cardiovascular Risk in Adolescents and Daily Consumption of Soft Drinks: a Brazilian National Study
Abstract Background: Cardiovascular risk in adolescence is a public health problem that has grown along with the increase in soft drink consumption. Objective: To investigate the association between cardiovascular risk factors and daily consumption of soft drinks in Brazilian adolescents. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional, national, school-based stu
International Journal of Cardiovascular Sciences. Publicado em: 2022
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12. Epidemiology and risk factors of hypoglycemia in subjects with type 1 diabetes in Brazil: a cross-sectional, multicenter study
ABSTRACT Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the factors associated with hypoglycemia and severe hypoglycemia (SH) in individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D) in Brazil. Materials and methods: This multicenter, cross-sectional study was conducted between August 2011 and August 2014 across 10 Brazilian cities. The data were obtained f
Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Publicado em: 2022