Prevalence and factors associated with hidradenitis suppurativa: Results from two case-control studies

ObjectiveSpanish primary healthcare teams have the responsibility of performing health-promoting community activities (CAs), although such activities are not widespread. Our aim was to identify the factors related to participation in those activities.DesignTwo case–control studies.SettingPerformed in primary care of five Spanish regions.SubjectsIn the first study, cases were teams that performed health-promoting CAs and controls were those that did not. In the second study (on case teams from the first study), cases were professionals who developed these activities and controls were those who did not.Main outcome measuresTeam, professional and community characteristics collected through questionnaires (team managers/professionals) and from secondary sources.ResultsThe first study examined 203 teams (103 cases, 100 controls). Adjusted factors associated with performing CAs were percentage of nurses (OR 1.07, 95% CI 1.01 to 1.14), community socioeconomic status (higher vs lower OR 2.16, 95% CI 1.18 to 3.95) and performing undergraduate training (OR 0.44, 95% CI 0.21 to 0.93). In the second study, 597 professionals responded (254 cases, 343 controls). Adjusted factors were professional classification (physicians do fewer activities than nurses and social workers do more), training in CAs (OR 1.9, 95% CI 1.2 to 3.1), team support (OR 2.9, 95% CI 1.5 to 5.7), seniority (OR 1.06, 95% CI 1.03 to 1.09), nursing tutor (OR 2.0, 95% CI 1.1 to 3.5), motivation (OR 3.7, 95% CI 1.8 to 7.5), collaboration with non-governmental organisations (OR 1.9, 95% CI 1.2 to 3.1) and participation in neighbourhood activities (OR 3.1, 95% CI 1.9 to 5.1).ConclusionsProfessional personal characteristics, such as social sensitivity, profession, to feel team support or motivation, have influence in performing health-promoting CAs. In contrast to the opinion expressed by many professionals, workload is not related to performance of health-promoting CAs.

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Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Thyroid Disease: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery ◽

10.1177/1203475419874411 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 24 (1) ◽

pp. 23-27

Author(s):

Kevin Phan ◽

Ya Ruth Huo ◽

Olivia Charlton ◽

Saxon D. Smith

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Thyroid Disease ◽

Hidradenitis Suppurativa ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Pooled Analysis ◽

Case Control ◽

Chronic Inflammatory Disease ◽

Case Control Studies ◽

Clinical Endpoints ◽

Potential Association

Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by painful nodules, sinus tracts, and significant scarring. Although the pathogenesis of this disease is not well established, there is increasing evidence to suggest that it is an immune-mediated disorder. Previous studies have suggested a relationship between HS and thyroid disease, which is also driven by an autoimmune process. We sought to assess whether an association exists between HS and thyroid disease. Objectives: To determine whether HS is associated with thyroid disease via meta-analysis of case-control studies. Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed according to recommended PRISMA guidelines. Electronic searches were performed using 6 electronic databases from their inception until August 2018. Data were extracted and analyzed according to predefined clinical endpoints. Odds ratio (OR) was used as the summary effect size. Results: We identified 5 case-controls studies included for meta-analysis. There were a total of 36 103 HS cases compared with 170 517 control cases. We found a significant association between HS and thyroid disease (OR 1.36, 95% CI 1.13-1.64, I 2 = 78%, P = .001). Conclusions: This pooled analysis of existing case-control studies to date supports an association between HS and any thyroid disease. Clinicians treating patients with HS should be aware of this potential association with thyroid disease.

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Risk factors for hidradenitis suppurativa: a pilot study

Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia ◽

10.1590/s0365-05962012000600024 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 87 (6) ◽

pp. 936-938 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Juliano Vilaverde Schmitt ◽

Giovana Bombonatto ◽

Manoela Martin ◽

Hélio Amante Miot

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Body Mass Index ◽

Hidradenitis Suppurativa ◽

Case Control Study ◽

Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽

Case Control ◽

Hormonal Contraceptives ◽

Multivariate Logistic Regression ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Control Study

The hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic debilitating inflammatory disease whose etiology is not fully understood. We conducted a pilot case-control study matched by sex and age with other dermatological patients to analyze possible risk factors associated with this disease. We included 15 cases and 45 controls, 67% were women. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis identified significant association with smoking, higher body mass index and family history. The use of hormonal contraceptives was less frequent in women with hidradenitis.

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Psychosocial characteristics and needs of mothers with psychotic disorders

The British Journal of Psychiatry ◽

10.1192/bjp.178.5.427 ◽

2001 ◽

Vol 178 (5) ◽

pp. 427-432 ◽

Cited By ~ 54

Author(s):

Louise M. Howard ◽

R. Kumar ◽

Graham Thornicroft

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Social Services ◽

Psychotic Disorders ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Case Control ◽

Case Control Studies ◽

Psychosocial Characteristics ◽

Black African ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Younger Age

BackgroundIt is not known whether mothers with psychotic disorders are clinically and socially distinct from women with psychoses who have not had children.AimsTo determine the proportion of mothers in an epidemiologically representative population of women with psychotic disorders, to examine the factors associated with having children, and to examine the factors associated with having children ‘looked after’ by social services.MethodDescriptive analysis and two case–control studies.ResultsSixty-three per cent of women with psychotic disorders were mothers. There were no clinical differences between women with or without children, but mothers were more likely to be older and live in unsupported accommodation. Having had a ‘looked after’ child was associated with Mental Health Act detention, younger age, a forensic history and being Black African.ConclusionMany women with psychoses are mothers. Mothers with psychoses are as disabled and have as many needs as women with psychoses without children.

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Bacterial Factors Associated with Lethal Outcome of Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli Infection: Genomic Case-Control Studies

PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases ◽

10.1371/journal.pntd.0003791 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 9 (5) ◽

pp. e0003791 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Michael S. Donnenberg ◽

Tracy H. Hazen ◽

Tamer H. Farag ◽

Sandra Panchalingam ◽

Martin Antonio ◽

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Keyword(s):

Escherichia Coli ◽

Case Control ◽

Enteropathogenic Escherichia Coli ◽

Case Control Studies ◽

Lethal Outcome ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Escherichia Coli Infection

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Risk Factors Associated With Low Back Pain in Golfers: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Sports Health A Multidisciplinary Approach ◽

10.1177/1941738118795425 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 10 (6) ◽

pp. 538-546 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Jo Armour Smith ◽

Andrew Hawkins ◽

Marybeth Grant-Beuttler ◽

Richard Beuttler ◽

Szu-Ping Lee

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Systematic Review ◽

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Case Control ◽

Low Back ◽

Case Control Studies ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Factors Associated

Context: Low back pain is common in golfers. The risk factors for golf-related low back pain are unclear but may include individual demographic, anthropometric, and practice factors as well as movement characteristics of the golf swing. Objective: The aims of this systematic review were to summarize and synthesize evidence for factors associated with low back pain in recreational and professional golfers. Data Sources: A systematic literature search was conducted using the PubMed, CINAHL, and SPORTDiscus electronic databases through September 2017. Study Selection: Studies were included if they quantified demographic, anthropometric, biomechanical, or practice variables in individuals with and without golf-related low back pain. Study Design: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Level of Evidence: Level 3. Data Extraction: Studies were independently reviewed for inclusion by 2 authors, and the following data were extracted: characterization of low back pain, participant demographics, anthropometrics, biomechanics, strength/flexibility, and practice characteristics. The methodological quality of studies was appraised by 3 authors using a previously published checklist. Where possible, individual and pooled effect sizes of select variables of interest were calculated for differences between golfers with and without pain. Results: The search retrieved 73 articles, 19 of which met the inclusion criteria (12 case-control studies, 5 cross-sectional studies, and 2 prospective longitudinal studies). Methodological quality scores ranged from 12.5% to 100.0%. Pooled analyses demonstrated a significant association between increased age and body mass and golf-related low back pain in cross-sectional/case-control studies. Prospective data indicated that previous history of back pain predicts future episodes of pain. Conclusion: Individual demographic and anthropometric characteristics may be associated with low back pain, but this does not support a relationship between swing characteristics and the development of golf-related pain. Additional high-quality prospective studies are needed to clarify risk factors for back pain in golfers.

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