Plasma Somatomedin–C in 8- to 10-Year-Old Swimmers

1989 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 64-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barbara A. Denison ◽  
Victor Ben-Ezra
Keyword(s):  
Blood Sample ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
Linear Growth ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Somatomedin C ◽  
Dietary Record ◽  
Diet And Exercise ◽  
Caloric Deficit

Plasma somatomedin–C (SM-C), important for linear growth, is reduced under conditions of caloric deficit whether induced by diet or exercise. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of diet and exercise on plasma SM-C levels in 37 8- to 10-year-old children, 18 swimmers (SWM) and 19 control children (CTL). All children kept a 3-day dietary record for 2 weeks prior to collection of a fasted, resting blood sample. Both groups showed RDA-normal total kcal intake (SWM = 2301 ± 664; CTL = 2072 ± 449) and twice the RDA for protein for this age group (SWM = 3.1 ± 2.3 g • kg−1; CTL = 3.0 ± 2.4 g • kg−1). Plasma SM-C levels for SWM (1.39 ± .84 U • ml−1) and CTL (.91 ± .33 U • ml−1) were significantly different (P<.01) but within the normal range for this age group. These data suggest that 8- to 10-year-old children who are training regularly, in combination with adequate energy and protein intake, show SM-C levels within the normal range expected for this age.

scholarly journals ALIMENTARY-DEPENDENT DISEASES OF THE POPULATION AND THE HYGIENIC CHARACTERISTIC OF THE FACTORS OF THE RISK OF THEIR DEVELOPMENT IN THE TERRITORY OF THE REPUBLIC OF TATARSTAN

2018 ◽  
Vol 97 (5) ◽  
pp. 470-473 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oksana A. Frolova ◽  
E. A. Tafeeva ◽  
D. N. Frolov ◽  
E. P. Bocharov
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Eating Behavior ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
The Body ◽  
Main Trend ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Steady Growth ◽  
Working Age ◽  
The Republic

The analysis of data on alimentary-dependent diseases among persons of the working age in the Republic of Tatarstan testifies to their steady growth. The proportion of deaths from diseases in the etiology of which nutrition plays a significant role over the period 2005-2015 was 77.9%. We have identified the main trend of eating behavior in each age group: high protein intake (in 75% of men and 81% of women) and fat (in 59% of women and 67% of men). A normal range of the body mass index (20.0-24.9), was noted in 44.3% of women and 44.7% of men. About 38% of the surveyed men and more than 2/3 of women (63.2%) do not have additional physical activity. As a result of the irrational eating behavior and low physical activity, the number of overweight men increased by 17.5% during the studied period. Only 20% of residents of the Republic of Tatarstan can be considered rational.

Hereditary Heparin Cofactor II Deficiency and the Risk of Development of Thrombosis

1987 ◽  
Vol 57 (02) ◽  
pp. 196-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
R M Bertina ◽  
I K van der Linden ◽  
L Engesser ◽  
H P Muller ◽  
E J P Brommer
Keyword(s):  
Liver Disease ◽  
Venous Thrombosis ◽  
Healthy Volunteers ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Heparin Cofactor Ii ◽  
History Of ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Hereditary Nature

SummaryHeparin cofactor II (HC II) levels were measured by electroimmunoassay in healthy volunteers, and patients with liver disease, DIC, proteinuria or a history of venous thrombosis. Analysis of the data in 107 healthy volunteers revealed that plasma HC II increases with age (at least between 20 and 50 years). HC II was found to be decreased in most patients with liver disease (mean value: 43%) and only in some patients with DIC. Elevated levels were found in patients with proteinuria (mean value 145%). In 277 patients with a history of unexplained venous thrombosis three patients were identified with a HC II below the lower limit of the normal range (60%). Family studies demonstrated hereditary HC II deficiency in two cases. Among the 9 heterozygotes for HC II deficiency only one patient had a well documented history of unexplained thrombosis. Therefore the question was raised whether heterozygotes for HC II deficiency can also be found among healthy volunteers. When defining a group of individuals suspected of HC II deficiency as those who have a 90% probability that their plasma HC II is below the 95% tolerance limits of the normal distribution in the relevant age group, 2 suspected HC II deficiencies were identified among the healthy volunteers. In one case the hereditary nature of the defect could be established.It is concluded that hereditary HC II deficiency is as prevalent among healthy volunteers as in patients with thrombotic disease. Further it is unlikely that heterozygosity for HC II deficiency in itself is a risk factor for the development of venous thrombosis.

Profil Penyakit Malaria Di Rumah Sakit Islam Siti Rahmah Padang Tahun 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 08-15
Author(s):  
Rahma Triyana ◽  
Salmi Salmi
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Frequency Distribution ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Laboratory Tests ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
West Sumatra ◽  
Severity Of The Disease

Malaria is one of the health problems in Indonesia, especially West Sumatra. Determination of the description of Malaria disease in an area is needed to determine the spread and severity of the disease. This study aims to determine the frequency distribution according to age, sex and place of residence, description of the types of Plasmodium causes of Malaria and hematological features in Malaria patients at Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018. This type of research is a descriptive observational study with an approach or design cross section (cross sectional). The frequency distribution of Malaria sufferers in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 according to the highest age was in the age group 21-30 years as many as 28 cases (36.8%), the highest sex among men was 46 (60.5%) and the highest number of residences was found in Koto Tangah sub-district there were 31 cases (40.8%). The type of Plasmodium found in Malaria cases in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 was P. vivax (73 cases (96.05%)) and P. falciparum (3 cases (3.95%)). The results of laboratory tests on Hb, hematocrit, platelet and leukocyte levels in Malaria positive patients in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 were in the normal range.

Profil Penyakit Malaria di Rumah Sakit Islam Siti Rahmah Padang Tahun 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 08-15
Author(s):  
Rahma Triyana Y ◽  
Salmi Salmi
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Frequency Distribution ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Laboratory Tests ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
West Sumatra ◽  
Severity Of The Disease

Malaria is one of the health problems in Indonesia, especially West Sumatra. Determination of the description of Malaria disease in an area is needed to determine the spread and severity of the disease. This study aims to determine the frequency distribution according to age, sex and place of residence, description of the types of Plasmodium causes of Malaria and hematological features in Malaria patients at Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018. This type of research is a descriptive observational study with an approach or design cross section (cross sectional). The frequency distribution of Malaria sufferers in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 according to the highest age was in the age group 21-30 years as many as 28 cases (36.8%), the highest sex among men was 46 (60.5%) and the highest number of residences was found in Koto Tangah sub-district there were 31 cases (40.8%). The type of Plasmodium found in Malaria cases in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 was P. vivax (73 cases (96.05%)) and P. falciparum (3 cases (3.95%)). The results of laboratory tests on Hb, hematocrit, platelet and leukocyte levels in Malaria positive patients in Siti Rahmah Padang Hospital in 2018 were in the normal range.

scholarly journals Assessment of Protein Intake in the First Three Months after Sleeve Gastrectomy in Patients with Severe Obesity

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 771
Author(s):  
Lucrezia Bertoni ◽  
Romina Valentini ◽  
Alessandra Zattarin ◽  
Anna Belligoli ◽  
Silvia Bettini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Sleeve Gastrectomy ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
Severe Obesity ◽  
Protein Supplementation ◽  
Fat Free Mass ◽  
The Third ◽  
Total Protein Intake ◽  
Dietary Record ◽  
Protein Rich

An adequate protein intake prevents the loss of fat-free mass during weight loss. Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (SG) jeopardizes protein intake due to post-operative dietary restriction and intolerance to protein-rich foods. The purpose of this study is to evaluate protein intake in the first three months after SG. We evaluated, 1 month and 3 months after surgery, 47 consecutive patients treated with SG. Protein intake, both from foods and from protein supplementation, was assessed through a weekly dietary record. Patients consumed 30.0 ± 10.2 g of protein/day on average from foods in the first month, with a significant increase to 34.9 ± 4.8 g of protein/day in the third month (p = 0.003). The use of protein supplementation significantly increased total protein intake to 42.3 ± 15.9 g protein/day (p < 0.001) in the first month and to 39.6 ± 14.2 g of protein/day (p = 0.002) in the third one. Compliance with supplement consumption was 63.8% in the first month and only 21.3% in the third month. In conclusion, both one and three months after SG, protein intake from foods was not sufficient. The use of modular supplements seems to have a significant impact on protein intake, but nevertheless it remains lower than recommended.

Hypercortisolism in Childhood: Shortcomings of Conventional Diagnostic Criteria

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1975 ◽  
Vol 56 (5) ◽  
pp. 797-803
Author(s):  
D. H.P. Streeten ◽  
F. H. Faas ◽  
M. J. Elders ◽  
T. G. Dalakos ◽  
M. Voorhess
Keyword(s):  
Linear Growth ◽  
Pediatric Patients ◽  
Laboratory Diagnosis ◽  
Cortisol Secretion ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Plasma Growth Hormone ◽  
Urinary Creatinine ◽  
Adrenocortical Hyperplasia ◽  
Suppression Test ◽  
The One

Two patients are described in whom hypercortisolism occurred prepubertally as a consequence of bilateral adrenocortical hyperplasia. In contrast with the manifestalions of Cushing's syndrome in adults, these children presented with obesity and reduced stature and no other symptoms. Both patients excreted amounts of urinary 17OHCS before and during a conventional suppression test with dexamethasone (0.5 mg every six hours) which were within the usual normal range. However, when urinary 17OHCS excretion was expressed per gram of urinary creatinine or per square meter of surface area, and when the dose of dexamethasone was tailored to body mass (2Oµg/kg/day) the results were clearly abnormal, as were plasma corticoids and (in one patient) cortisol secretion rate. Resumption of linear growth occurred after bilateral adrenalectomy in both patients and was associated, in the one patient so studied, by a return of hypoglycemia-stimulated increases in plasma growth hormone levels from previously suppressed values to the normal range, and by a slight increase in the fasting plasma somatomedin concentration. The observations suggest that pediatric patients with hypercortisolism are likely to be overlooked when conventional criteria for laboratory diagnosis are used, but can be recognized by the simple diagnostic modifications used in these studies.

scholarly journals Dietary Magnesium, Vitamin D, and Animal Protein Intake and Their Association to the Linear Growth Trajectory of Children from Birth to 24 Months of Age: Results From MAL-ED Birth Cohort Study Conducted in Dhaka, Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 200-210
Author(s):  
Subhasish Das ◽  
J. Johanna Sanchez ◽  
Ashraful Alam ◽  
Ahshanul Haque ◽  
Mustafa Mahfuz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
Linear Growth ◽  
Negative Association ◽  
Animal Protein ◽  
Growth Trajectory ◽  
Birth Cohort Study ◽  
Maternal Height ◽  
Dietary Magnesium

Background: Evidence suggests lack of understanding of the association of specific nutrients with different time points of linear growth trajectory. Objective: We investigated the role of dietary macro- and micronutrients on length-for-age z (LAZ) score trajectory of children across first 24 months of their life. Methods: The MAL-ED Bangladesh birth cohort study recruited 265 healthy newborn children after birth. The linear growth trajectory of those children was modeled using latent growth curve modeling (LGCM) technique. Results: Dietary magnesium intake at 9 to 11 months was positively associated (coefficient β = 0.006, P < .02) with LAZ at 12 months. Animal protein intake at 15 to 17 months, in turn, was positively associated (β = 0.03, P < .03) with LAZ at 18 months. However, vitamin D intake at 15 to 17 months was negatively associated (β = −0.06, P < .02) with LAZ at 18 months. Other micro- and macronutrients did not show any statistically significant association with the linear growth trajectory. We also found that birth weight (β = 0.91, P < .01), treating water (β = 0.35, P < 0.00), and maternal height (β = 3.4, P < .00) were positively associated with intercept. Gender had a significant negative association with the intercept, but a positive association with the slope (β = −0.39, P < .01; β = 0.08, P < .04), respectively. Conversely, birth weight had negative association with the slope (β = −0.12, P < .01). Conclusions: Dietary magnesium and animal protein were positively and vitamin D was negatively associated with the linear growth trajectory. Maternal height, birth weight, gender, and treatment of drinking water also played significant roles in directing the trajectory.

scholarly journals Prevalence of fibroids: a study in a semiurban area in Telangana, India

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 5247 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juvvadi Srilatha ◽  
Verabelly Malathi
Keyword(s):  
Ultrasound Examination ◽  
Female Genital Tract ◽  
Uterine Fibroids ◽  
Benign Neoplasm ◽  
Medical Advice ◽  
The Body ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Early Management ◽  
Female Genital

Background: Uterine fibroids, also known as Leiomyoma, are the most common benign neoplasm in the female genital tract and originate from the myometrium´s smooth muscle. Although the uterine fibroids are diagnosed frequently, the prevalence of it in the local populations is unknown. Therefore, this study was done to observe the prevalence of the fibroids in our geographic area.Methods: 4487 women aged between 18-50 years who came to our gynec OPD out of which 522 were positive for the presence of fibroids, were included into the study.  Ultrasound examination was done for all the patients. During this examination, the uterine dimensions and the structure were assessed. The number of the fibroids were counted and noted. Biopsy sample was taken from the fibroids and sent to pathology lab for further histological examination.Results: Out of the 4487 patients included into the study, 11.6% had fibroids. The predominant age group which was positive the presence of fiberoids was 40-59 years. 59.8% of them were married while 40.2% were either unmarried or divorced or widowed. The body mass index for most of them was within the normal range (60.3%), while some were slightly overweight. The most common cause of the patients to seek medical advice was menstrual disorder (37.7%) which included heavy, irregular or no periods.Conclusions: Fibroids was significantly associated with age, married marital status, overweight, pregnancy, menopause, childbirth and the presence of menorrhagia. Early detection would help in early management and thereby reduce the morbidity.

Pre- and postoperative electromyographic evaluations in the carpal tunnel syndrome

1971 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 314-319 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reinhold E. Schlagenhauff ◽  
Franz E. Glasauer
Keyword(s):  
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ◽  
Carpal Tunnel ◽  
Normal Values ◽  
Conduction Time ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Normal Range ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Younger Age ◽  
Tunnel Syndrome ◽  
Definite Correlation

✓ Twenty-five cases of carpal tunnel syndrome in 20 patients were evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively by electromyography. Clinical improvement resulted in all cases following decompression of the median nerve, and only in a few instances did mild symptoms persist. Distal motor conduction time improved postoperatively in 24 cases studied, 19 of which returned to normal range. Most of the obvious improvement occurred within the first 3 months, and further improvement could be observed as late as 36 months. Although no definite correlation could be established between the preoperative severity of the carpal tunnel syndrome and the postoperative clinical and electrical improvement, there was a definite evidence of better recovery in the younger age group. There was a greater range of improvement and a return closer to normal postoperatively in cases with severe preoperative distal latency. All cases examined after 24 months had reached normal values.

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