scholarly journals Comparison of salivary Visfatin in patients with periodontitis and peri-implantitis in an Iranian population

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-42
Author(s):  
Mahdi Kadkhodazadeh ◽  
Reza Amid ◽  
Maryam Torshabi ◽  
Niknaz Yahyazadeh ◽  
Navid Yousefi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Healthy Individuals ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Elisa Kit ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
Enhancing Factor ◽  
Whole Saliva ◽  
Salivary Biomarker ◽  
The Mean

Background. Visfatin (pre-B-cell colony-enhancing factor) is a salivary biomarker secreted from a variety of cells and is thought to have some proinflammatory and immune-modulating effects. This study compared salivary concentrations of visfatin in patients with chronic periodontitis and periimplantitis and healthy individuals. Methods. In this cross-sectional and descriptive trial, patients were selected on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria. The whole saliva samples were collected; then according to the measured clinical parameters the patients were categorized to peri-, chronic periodontitis and periodontally healthy individuals. The concentrations of visfatin were evaluated using a standard ELISA kit. The salivary concentrations of visfatin were statistically analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis test. A probability value of less than 0.05 was considered significant. Results. A total of 40 participants (21 females and 19 males) were enrolled in this study. The mean salivary visfatin concentrations in the periodontally healthy individuals, periimplantitis patients and chronic periodontitis patients were 23.97 ng/mL, 12.83 ng/mL and 11.95 ng/mL, respectively. However; visfatin levels were higher in healthy individuals compared to other groups No significant differences were found in salivary visfatin concentrations between the three groups. Conclusion. Under the limitations of this study, no significant relationships were found regarding salivary concentrations of visfatin among periimplantitis and chronic periodontitis patients as compared to healthy individuals; however, more studies are required in this regard.

scholarly journals Detection of Salivary miRNAs Reflecting Chronic Periodontitis: A Pilot Study

Molecules ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (6) ◽  
pp. 1034 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kohei Fujimori ◽  
Toshiki Yoneda ◽  
Takaaki Tomofuji ◽  
Daisuke Ekuni ◽  
Tetsuji Azuma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Pocket Depth ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Relative Expression ◽  
Reverse Transcription Pcr ◽  
Probing Pocket Depth ◽  
Severe Periodontitis ◽  
Whole Saliva ◽  
Unstimulated Whole Saliva

The purpose of this cross-sectional pilot study was to find salivary microRNAs (miRNAs) reflecting periodontal condition in chronic periodontitis. One hundred and twenty chronic periodontitis patients (mean age, 68.4 years) participated in the study, from whom unstimulated whole saliva was collected. A multiphase study was conducted to explore salivary miRNAs as biomarkers of periodontitis. At first, a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) array was performed to compare salivary miRNAs profiles in no and mild (no/mild) and severe periodontitis patients. Next, the relative expression of salivary miRNAs on individual samples was assessed by real-time reverse transcription-PCR. The numbers (%) of patients were 26 (21.6%, no/mild), 58 (48.3%, moderate) and 36 (30.0%, severe), respectively. Among 84 miRNAs, only the relative expression of hsa-miR-381-3p in the severe periodontitis group was significantly higher than that of the no/mild periodontitis group (p < 0.05). Among the 120 patients, there was also a significant correlation between the relative expression of hsa-miR-381-3p and the mean probing pocket depth (PPD) (r = 0.181, p < 0.05). Salivary hsa-miR-381-3p was correlated with periodontitis condition in chronic periodontitis patients.

scholarly journals The Association Between Occupational Factors, Depression, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Military Women in Republic of Korea: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eunji Kwon ◽  
Jeongok Park ◽  
Sue Kim ◽  
Kyung Hee Lee
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Military Women ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is an important concept to consider both individuals' ability to manage their daily lives and health status across the lifespan. Despite this variable's importance, there is a lack of clarification on the factors associated with HRQOL, especially for military women. The aim of this study was to examine factors associated with HRQOL of military women in the Korea Army.Methods: This cross-sectional study included 196 participants who were currently within their 5-year service period. Differences in HRQOL according to general and occupational factors were analyzed using the independent t-test and analysis of variance. Multiple linear regression analysis was performed to identify factors associated with the HRQOL of women serving as military junior officers.Results: The mean score for the physical component summary (PCS) of HRQOL was 56.0±5.8, and that for the mental component summary (MCS) of HRQOL was 47.2±10.0. For depression, the mean score was 5.4±5.2, whereas 19.4% of the participants scored more than 10 out of 27 points, which means moderate to severe. No variables showed statistically significant relationships with the PCS. However, significant relationships with the MCS were found for rank (β = -3.63, p <. 001), duty time (β = -4.93, p = .029), perceived stress (β = -0.61, p <. 001), and depression (β = -0.90, p <. 001).Conclusions: Although depression levels were not severe, it was a significant factor of HRQOL and thus the need for depression screening and regular depression management in women serving in the ROK Army to improve their HRQOL. Considering these results, nursing officers should conduct frequent testing related to mental health and take steps to manage high-risk groups. This study also contributes to the literature by providing basic data for the establishment of an appropriate health service environment and systematic health management policies.

scholarly journals PERBEDAAN RERATA KADAR AKTIVIN A SERUM MATERNAL ANTARA PREEKLAMSIA BERAT DENGAN BUKAN PREEKLAMSIA BERAT

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-37
Author(s):  
Dovy Djanas ◽  
Bayu Pramudyo Ariwibowo ◽  
Hafni Bachtiar
Keyword(s):  
Serum Levels ◽  
Activin A ◽  
Maternal Serum ◽  
Severe Preeclampsia ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tnf Α ◽  
The Mean ◽  
In Pregnancy

At the start of preelampsia there is a failure of cytotrophoblst invasion into the maternal spiral arteries that will lead to decreased uteroplacetal perfusion which will be followed by the failure of the unit fetoplacenter to get enough oxygen from the room intervillous that ultimately lead to a state of hypoxia in placenta. This will cause the expenditure of TNF-α dan IL-1β from placenta and a factors called hypoxia-inducible transcription factors that will spur the trophoblast to produce activin A lot more. This research was conducted by cross sectional method in maternal room of obstetrics and gynecology department of Central General Hospital of Dr. M. Djamil Padang from August 2015 until February 2016 with 20 patients of severe preeclampsia and 20 patients not severe preeclampsia, who met inclusion criteria and there is no exclusion criteria. Then performed statistical analysis using Mann-Whitney test to determine difference in mean maternal activin A serum levels of severe preeclampsia and not severe preeclampsia. The mean maternal serum levels of activin A in severe preeclampsia is 32,55 ± 1,84 ng/ml and in pregnancy with no severe preeclampsia is 8,59 ± 0,59 ng/ ml. Difference in mean maternal serum level of activin A in the two groups was statistically significant (p=0,001). Ma-ternal serum activin A levels is significantly higher in severe preeclampsia than pregnancy with no severe preeclampsia.Keywords: Activin A, severe preeclampsia, not severe preeclampsia

scholarly journals Seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 IgM and IgG antibodies in an asymptomatic population in Sergipe, Brazil

2020 ◽  
Vol 44 ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Lysandro Pinto Borges ◽  
Aline Fagundes Martins ◽  
Mônica Santos de Melo ◽  
Makson Gleydson Brito de Oliveira ◽  
José Melquiades de Rezende Neto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Igg Antibodies ◽  
Sample Collection ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Asymptomatic Individuals ◽  
Group D

Objective: To estimate the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in an asymptomatic population in the state of Sergipe, Brazil. Methods: This cross-sectional study with stratified sampling (sex and age) includeD serological immunofluorescent tests for IgM and IgG on samples from 3 046 asymptomatic individuals. Sample collection was performed in wet-markets of the 10 most populous cities of Sergipe, Brazil. Exclusion criteria included symptomatic individuals and health workers. The presence of comorbidities was registered. Results: Of the 3 046 participants, 1 577 (51.8%) were female and 1 469 (48.2%) were male; the mean age was 39.76 (SD 16.83) years old. 2 921 tests were considered valid for IgM and 2 635 for IgG. Of the valid samples, 347 (11.9% [CI 10.7%–13.1%]) tested positive for IgM and 218 (8.3% CI 7.2%–9.4%]) tested positive for IgG. Women over 40 had the highest prevalence for IgM (group C, p=0.006; group D p=0.04). The capital Aracaju displayed the highest prevalence for both antibodies; 83 (26.3% [CI 21.6%-31.6%]) tested positive for IgM and 35 (14.6% [CI 10.4%-19.7%]) for IgG. The most prevalent comorbidities were hypertension (64/123 individuals) and diabetes (29/123). Conclusions: A high prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies was found among asymptomatic persons in Sergipe. Women over 40 showed the highest rates. The capital, Aracaju, displayed the highest seroprevalence. Surveys like this one are important to understand how the virus spreads and to help authorities to plan measures to control it. Repeated serologic testing are required to track the progress of the epidemic.

scholarly journals The Comparison of Mandibular Radiomorphometric Indices in Panoramic Radiography between Patients with Chronic Periodontitis and Healthy Individuals

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 461-465 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amir Moeintaghavi ◽  
Hossein Hosseinizarch ◽  
Sara Mohammadzadeh Tabassi
Keyword(s):  
Older Women ◽  
Chronic Periodontitis ◽  
Panoramic Radiography ◽  
Panoramic Radiograph ◽  
Healthy Individuals ◽  
Dental Clinics ◽  
Bone Damage ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Different Origins ◽  
The Relationship

ABSTRACT Aim Osteoporosis and periodontitis are two separate diseases with different origins and manifestations. It is believed that these diseases linked together, because they both lead to bone damage, some risk factors are similar, they both have the highest prevalence in middle-aged and older women. Some studies showed that the use of panoramic radiography and special indices could be reliable tools for osteoporosis screening. This study was performed to evaluate the relationship between periodontal disease and jaw osteoporotic indices. Materials and methods Eighty-two patients with chronic periodontitis and 80 healthy individuals were selected, they had been referred to a private oral and maxillofacial radiology clinic to take a panoramic radiograph. Then panoramic indicators; including the mandibular cortical index (MCI), mental index (MI), and panoramic mandible index (PMI) in both groups were measured, recorded and analyzed. Results The mean age of investigated individuals was 39/8 ± 9/33. 58.6% of participants were females and 41.4% were males. MI and PMI levels in the periodontal group were more than the periodontally healthy group, but the differences between the two groups was not statistically significant (p = 0.808 and p = 0.102 respectively). The MCI level was significantly different between two groups (p = 0.028). Conclusion The results of this study showed that there is significant relationship between MCI in panoramic radiography and chronic periodontitis. It is suggested to perform more studies to confirm if this index could be used for screening and indicating of bone status in high risk individuals. This study did not show a strong evidence of a relationship between osteoporosis and periodontitis. Clinical significance Since panoramic radiographs are routinely used for screening in dental practice, any association between radiomorphometric indices of mandible in periodontitis patients might be useful in prediction of osteoporosis in patients referring to dental clinics. How to cite this article Moeintaghavi A, Hosseinizarch H, MohammadzadehTabassi S. The Comparison of Mandibular Radiomorphometric Indices in Panoramic Radiography between Patients with Chronic Periodontitis and Healthy Individuals. J Contemp Dent Pract 2014;15(4):461-465.

scholarly journals Assessment of religious coping in patients with COPD

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Francisco Alessandro Braga do Nascimento ◽  
Guilherme Pinheiro Ferreira da Silva ◽  
Geisyani Francisca Gomes Prudente ◽  
Rafael Mesquita ◽  
Eanes Delgado Barros Pereira
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Religious Coping ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Inverse Association ◽  
Healthy Individuals ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Minute Walk

ABSTRACT Objective: To compare religious coping (RC) in patients with COPD and healthy individuals, as well as to determine whether RC is associated with demographic characteristics, quality of life, depression, and disease severity in the patients with COPD. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted between 2014 and 2016, involving outpatients with moderate to severe COPD seen at one of two hospitals in Fortaleza, Brazil, as well as gender- and age-matched healthy controls. The Brief RCOPE scale assessed RC in all of the participants. We also evaluated the COPD group patients regarding symptoms, quality of life, and depression, as well as submitting them to spirometry and a six-minute walk test. Results: A total of 100 patients were evaluated. The mean age was 67.3 ± 6.8 years, and 54% were men. In the COPD group, the mean positive RC score was significantly higher than was the mean negative RC score (27.17 ± 1.60 vs. 8.21 ± 2.12; p = 0.001). The mean positive RC score was significantly higher in women than in men (27.5 ± 1.1 vs. 26.8 ± 2.8; p = 0.02). Negative RC scores were significantly higher in the COPD group than in the control group (p = 0.01). Negative RC showed an inverse association with six-minute walk distance (6MWD; r = −0.3; p < 0.05) and a direct association with depressive symptoms (r = 0.2; p < 0.03). Positive RC correlated with none of the variables studied. Multiple regression analysis showed that negative RC was associated with 6MWD (coefficient = −0.009; 95% CI: −0.01 to −0.003). 6MWD explained the variance in negative RC in a linear fashion. Conclusions: Patients with COPD employ negative RC more often than do healthy individuals. Exercise capacity and depressive symptoms are associated with negative RC.

scholarly journals Ovarian Reserve In Infertile Women with and without Endometriosis Measured with Anti Müllerian Hormone

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naivah Harharah
Keyword(s):  
Ovarian Reserve ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Blood Samples ◽  
Infertile Women ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference

Objective: To compare serum Anti Müllerian Hormone (AMH) levels in infertile women with and without endometriosis, and to determine the mean levels of serum AMH in every stage of endometriosis. Method: We performed a cross-sectional study. Sixty-eight subjects who have undergone laparoscopy and fulfilled both inclusion and exclusion criteria are recruited consecutively. They are divided into two groups, namely group with endometriosis and without endometriosis. Blood samples are taken from each subject before laparoscopy, where serum AMH levels are then measured. The difference in mean levels of each group are tested with Mann-Whitney test. Result: The mean levels of serum AMH were significantly lower in the endometriosis group than those in the group without endometriosis (2.30 1.8 ng/ml vs 3.75 2.13 ng/ml; p=0.005). Using Kruskal-Wallis test, it was found that there was a statistically significant difference among endometriosis groups based on the severity of endometriosis. There was no significant difference in the mean serum AMH levels between the minimal-mild endometriosis group and without endometriosis group (p=0.34), but the mean levels of serum AMH were significantly lower in the moderate-severe endometriosis compare to the group without endometriosis (p

scholarly journals Hubungan Kebersihan Kepala dengan Pedikulosis Kapitis pada Komunitas Dinding di Pasar Bersehati Manado

e-CliniC ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayu Maharani ◽  
Herry E. J. Pandaleke ◽  
Nurdjannah J. Niode
Keyword(s):  
Direct Contact ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Pediculosis Capitis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Pediculus Humanus ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract: Pediculosis capitis is an infection of the skin and hair caused by Pediculus humanus var capitis. This disease mainly attacks young children and spreads quickly in a crowded environment and poor hygiene condition. Transmission are mainly through direct contact head-to-head or indirectly such as combs, hair accessories, pillows, veils, etc. Transmission is increasing with several factors inter alia age, sex, frequency of washing hair, sharing towels, beds as well as goods. This study was aimed to assess the relationship between head hygiene and pediculosis capitis among children fostered in Komunitas Dinding at Pasar Bersehati Manado. This was an analytical and observational study with a cross sectional design. Subjects consisted of 30 children, aged 5-15 years, and met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were analyzed by using the chi-square test. The results showed that of 30 subjects, 18 children (60%) had pediculosis capitis. The chi-square test showed that washing hair with shampoo per week (p=0.100), sharing towels (p=0.618), and sharing beds (p=0.177) did not have significant relationships with pediculosis capitis meanwhile sharing goods (p=0.002) had a significant relationship with pediculosis capitis. In conclusion, there was a relationship between sharing goods and pediculosis capitis among children fostered in Komunitas Dinding at Pasar Bersehati Manado.Keywords: pediculosis capitis, children, scalp hygiene Abstrak: Pedikulosis kapitis merupakan infeksi kulit dan rambut kepala yang disebabkan oleh Pediculus humanus var capitis. Penyakit ini terutama menyerang anak-anak usia muda dan cepat meluas dalam lingkungan hidup yang padat dan kondisi higiene yang tidak baik. Penularan terutama secara kontak langsung melalui head-to-head maupun tidak langsung seperti sisir, aksesoris rambut, bantal, kerudung, dll. Penularan semakin meningkat dengan adanya faktor usia, jenis kelamin, frekuensi mencuci rambut, penggunaan handuk bersama, penggunaan tempat tidur bersama, dan penggunaan barang bersama. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan kebersihan kepala dengan pedikulosis kapitis pada anak-anak binaan Komunitas Dinding di Pasar Bersehati Manado. Jenis penelitian ialah analitik observasional dengan desain potong lintang. Subjek penelitian berjumlah 30 anak, berusia 5-15 tahun yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Data penelitian diuji dengan uji chi-square. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan 18 anak (60%) mengalami pedikulosis kapitis. Uji statistik menunjukkan bahwa mencuci rambut menggunakan sampo per minggu (p=0,100), penggunaan handuk bersama (p=0,618), penggunaan tempat tidur bersama (p=0,177) tidak memiliki hubungan bermakna dengan pedikulosis kapitis sedangkan penggunaan barang bersama (p=0,002) memiliki hubungan bermakna dengan pedikulosis kapitis. Simpulan penelitian ini ialah terdapat hubungan antara penggunaan barang bersama dengan pedikulosis kapitis pada anak-anak binaan Komunitas Dinding di Pasar Bersehati Manado.Kata kunci: pedikulosis kapitis, anak, kebersihan kepala

scholarly journals PERBEDAAN RERATA FAKTOR HEMOSTASIS PADA PREEKLAMPSIA BERAT DAN EKLAMPSIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-15
Author(s):  
Dyhan Purna Setia ◽  
Ferdinal Ferry ◽  
Dovy Djanas
Keyword(s):  
Medical Record ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Severe Preeclampsia ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hemostatic Factors ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference ◽  
D Dimer

Objective : To find the difference in mean hemostatic factors in severe preeclampsia and eclampsia.Method : The study was analytic descriptive using a cross sectional study design by looking at the subject's Medical Record according to the time and place of research. The sample is the entire medical record of pregnant women who suffer from preeclampsia and eclampsia in the obstetric and gynecology departments of Dr. M. Djamil Padang Hospital in the period 15 January 2016 to 31 December 2017. The assessment was in the form of assessed platelet levels, PT, APTT and D-Dimer. Samples were taken from populations that met the inclusion criteria and did not have exclusion criteria. Sampling using consecutive sampling techniques taken from the Medical Record Dr. M.Djamil Padang. Statistical analysis to assess significance using the T-Test.Result : The severity the condition of pregnancy the lower the platelet mean and PT. Significant differences were obtained between platelets in PEB and eclampsia (p> 0.05). The mean PT, APTT and D-Dimer showed no significant differences in pregnancy conditions. Statistical test with T-Test did not show significant differences in mean PT, APTT, and D-dimer between eclampsia and PEB (p> 0.05).Conclusion : There were significant differences in mean in platelets, whereas in PT, APTT, and D-dimers in PEB and eclampsia there were no significant differences.Keywords: Pregnancy, severe preeclampsia, eclampsia, platelets, PT, APTT, D-Dimer.

scholarly journals The Association Between Occupational Factors, Depression, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Military Women in Republic of Korea: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eunji Kwon ◽  
Jeongok Park ◽  
Sue Kim ◽  
Kyung Hee Lee
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Military Women ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is an important concept to consider both individuals' ability to manage their daily lives and health status across the lifespan. Despite this variable's importance, there is a lack of clarification on the factors associated with HRQOL, especially for military women. The aim of this study was to examine factors associated with HRQOL of military women in the Korea Army.Methods: This cross-sectional study included 196 participants who were currently within their 5-year service period. Differences in HRQOL according to general and occupational factors were analyzed using the independent t-test and analysis of variance. Multiple linear regression analysis was performed to identify factors associated with the HRQOL of women serving as military junior officers.Results: The mean score for the physical component summary (PCS) of HRQOL was 56.0±5.8, and that for the mental component summary (MCS) of HRQOL was 47.2±10.0. For depression, the mean score was 5.4±5.2, whereas 19.4% of the participants scored more than 10 out of 27 points, which means moderate to severe. No variables showed statistically significant relationships with the PCS. However, significant relationships with the MCS were found for rank (β = -3.63, p <. 001), duty time (β = -4.93, p = .029), perceived stress (β = -0.61, p <. 001), and depression (β = -0.90, p <. 001).Conclusions: Although depression levels were not severe, it was a significant factor of HRQOL and thus the need for depression screening and regular depression management in women serving in the ROK Army to improve their HRQOL. Considering these results, nursing officers should conduct frequent testing related to mental health and take steps to manage high-risk groups. This study also contributes to the literature by providing basic data for the establishment of an appropriate health service environment and systematic health management policies.

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