scholarly journals Situational diagnosis of older adults with diabetes mellitus in a city in the state of Ceará, Brazil

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcionília de Araújo Lima Neta ◽  
Maristela Inês Osawa Vasconcelos
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Interprofessional Collaboration ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sociodemographic Profile ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The City

Abstract Objective: To describe the situational diagnosis of older adults with diabetes mellitus (DM) registered at a Basic Family Health Unit, using sociodemographic profile, health conditions and lifestyle. Method: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was carried out with 70 older adults in the city of Jijoca de Jericoacoara, Ceará, Brazil. Data were gathered from questionnaires on sociodemographic conditions, health and individual lifestyle profile, and were submitted to descriptive statistics techniques, and the results presented in tables. Results: The predominance of women was three times greater than men (52=74%); the mean age was 71.19 years (±7.12); the number of married people was higher than the other categories (44=62.8%); the vast majority of the sample received a pension equivalent to the minimum wage as a rural worker (64=91%); and just over half declared themselves to be literate (36=51.4%). In terms of health conditions, the majority (56=80%) had had DM for more than 10 years, although they considered their health status to be satisfactory (40=57.14%). Among the main complications were hypertension (n=53; 75.71%), muscle and joint pain (n=43; 61.43%) and hearing loss (48=68.57%). Conclusion: The present study provided indicators for the planning and execution of educational actions, based on interprofessional collaboration aimed at the promotion of health.

scholarly journals Factors influencing the dental caries in pregnant women: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. e32810111226
Author(s):  
Gabriela Bohrer Bolsson ◽  
Jessica Klöckner Knorst ◽  
Marília Cunha Maroneze ◽  
Maísa Casarin ◽  
Patrícia Pasquali Dotto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dental Caries ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Basic Research ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The City ◽  
Santa Maria

Objective: To assess factors associated with the average number of dental caries in pregnant women. Method: Basic research design: This cross-sectional study was performed between January 2017 and December 2018 in Santa Maria, Brazil. Clinical setting and participants: Multistage random sampling resulted in the recruitment of 256 pregnant women from public health centers across the city. Clinical exams and semi-structured questionnaires including demographic, socioeconomic and behavioral questions were performed by trained interviewers. Main outcome measure: The experience of dental caries was evaluated through the mean value of the Decay, Missing, and Filled Surface Index (DMFS) by 4 trained and calibrated examiners. Multilevel Poisson regression models were used to evaluate the influence of different variables on the average number of dental caries. Rate ratio (RR) and respective 95% confidence intervals were calculated (CI 95%). Results: The prevalence of untreated dental caries was 62.7% in the sample, while the mean DMFS index was 10.27 (± 10.92). Women who smoked during pregnancy had a higher mean DMFS (RR 1.41; 95% CI 1.25-1.57). Furthermore, pregnant women who had poor self-ratings of oral health had a higher average DMFS (RR 1.21; 95% CI 1.10-1.32). Conclusions: The results showed that older age, ethnicity, fewer years in education and the presence of dental plaque resulted in higher means of DMFS.

scholarly journals Factors influencing Fear of Falling in Community-Dwelling Older Adults in Singapore: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Giovanna De Roza ◽  
David Wei Liang Ng ◽  
Blessy Koottappal Mathew ◽  
Teena Jose ◽  
Ling Jia Goh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Fear Of Falling ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Clinical Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Frail Older Adults ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract BackgroundFalls in older adults is a common problem worldwide. Fear of falling (FoF) is a consequence of falls which has far-reaching implications including activity restriction, functional decline and reduced quality of life. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with FoF in a segment of Singapore’s community-dwelling older adults. MethodsThis descriptive cross-sectional study recruited a convenience sample of adults aged 65 and above from 4 primary care clinics from September 2020 to March 2021. Data were collected on demographic factors and clinical factors including history of falls and frailty as determined by the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS). FoF was measured using the Short Falls Efficacy Scale–International (Short FES-I), cut-off score of 14 and above indicated high FoF. Logistic regression was used to determine predictors of high FoF.ResultsOut of 360 older adults, 78.1% were Chinese and 59.7% females. The mean age was 78.3 years and 76 (21.1%) had a history of falls in the past six months. Almost half (43.1%) were mildly to moderately frail and most (80.6%) had three or more chronic conditions. The mean FoF score was 15.5 (SD 5.97) and 60.8% reported high FoF. Logistic regression found that Malay ethnicity (OR = 5.81, 95% CI 1.77 – 19.13), use of walking aids (OR = 3.67, 95% CI = 1.54 – 8.77) and increasing frailty were significant predictors for high FoF. The odds of high FoF were significantly higher in pre frail older adults (OR = 6.87, 95% CI = 2.66 – 17.37), mildly frail older adults (OR =18.58, 95% CI = 4.88 – 70.34) and moderately frail older adults (OR = 144.78, 95% CI = 13.86 – 1512.60).ConclusionsFoF is a prevalent and compelling issue in community-dwelling older adults, particularly those with frailty. The demographic and clinical factors identified in this study will be helpful to develop targeted and tailored interventions for FoF.

scholarly journals Ethnodirigid study of Medicinal plants used by the population assisted by the “Programa de Saúde da Família” (Family Health Program) in Marechal Deodoro - AL, Brazil

2020 ◽  
Vol 80 (2) ◽  
pp. 410-423 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. C. Lima Melro ◽  
S. A. Fonseca ◽  
J. M. Silva Júnior ◽  
S. P. B. Franco ◽  
M. A. Souza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Herbal Medicine ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Lemon Balm ◽  
Family Health Program ◽  
Socioeconomic Data ◽  
The City

Abstract This study aimed to assess diagnosis of Unique Health System (SUS) users profile with regard to herbal medicine. This is a cross-sectional study with observational data collection conducted in the city of Marechal Deodoro, through a semi-structured questionnaire with questions related to socioeconomic data, use, and knowledge of medicinal plants and herbal medicines and satisfaction with the use of medicinal herbs (MH) and interactions of phytotherapeutic drugs (PD). Among the topics, 86.89% of users used herbal medicines often, especially lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.). It was also observed that the plants are generally used as a sedative (21.74%) and as tea (87.84%). 82.32% of respondents claim to have acquired the knowledge of herbal medicine through a family member and 85.36% make use of medicinal plants without having received any information on the use of MH and PD. 61% of the plants described that coincided with the form of use and therapeutic properties found in the literature. With regard to satisfaction by treatment with MH and PD, it was found that 56.67% are satisfied. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to this aspect of usage, in order to avoid possible drug interactions or adverse reactions resulting from the incorrect use.

scholarly journals Multimorbilidade e Gravidade da Doença Medida pelo Índice de Charlson em Doentes Hospitalizados Durante o Ano de 2015: Estudo Transversal

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 38
Author(s):  
Paula Broeiro-Gonçalves ◽  
Paulo Nogueira ◽  
Pedro Aguiar
Keyword(s):  
Disease Severity ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Chronic Health Conditions ◽  
Health Conditions ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Analysis Models

Introduction: The association between multimorbidity and disease severity is not well established. The objectives were to characterise multimorbidity and determine disease severity (trough Charlson), as well as to verify if there is an association between the number and type of disease and the Charlson index.Material and Methods: A cross-sectional study based on exported data from the Portuguese National Health Service hospitalisations database, during the year 2015. The study included 22 chronic health conditions: 15 predicted in the Charlson index and seven frequent conditions (hypertension, obesity, dyslipidaemia, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, anxiety and depression). The analysis was performed through the generalised linear model, considering binary logistic regression. In the analysis, the IBM SPSS version 24.0 tool was used.Results: The study analysed 800 376 hospitalisations, from which 42% correspond to males. The average age of the sample was 59.8 years, being higher in men (62.3 years). The mean number of problems per person was 1.6, greater in men (1.8). Disease severity was also higher in males. The worst prognosis was associated with six or more conditions per person. The largest predictor of disease severity was the number of problems, followed by dementia and diabetes. Discussion: The results seem to confirm the gender difference regarding morbidity pattern. The number of conditions per person was the greatest predictor of disease severity, particularly the presence of six or more conditions per person.Conclusion: The major limitation was the use of the same medical conditions to measure multimorbidity and disease severity. Other studies and analysis models should explore the complexity of the multimorbidity phenomenon.

scholarly journals Geographic and socioeconomic distribution of food vendors: a case study of a municipality in the Southern Brazil

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Nappi Correa ◽  
Cristina Maria Proença Padez ◽  
Ângelo Horta de Abreu ◽  
Francisco de Assis Guedes de Vasconcelos
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Healthy Food ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Distribution Profile ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Different Types ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The City

Abstract: The objective of this study was to identify the food vendor distribution profile of the city of Florianópolis, Santa Catarina State, Brazil, and investigate its association with the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of different municipal regions. This descriptive, cross-sectional study obtained the location of food vendors from secondary data from different institutional sources. The density of different types of food vendors per 1,000 inhabitants in each municipal weighted area was calculated. The Kruskal-Wallis test compared the mean density of food vendors and the weighted income areas. The lowest-income regions had the lowest density of butchers, snack bars, supermarkets, bakeries/pastry shops, natural product stores, juice bars, and convenience stores. The identification of these areas may encourage the creation of public policies that facilitate healthy food startups and/or maintenance of healthy food vendors, especially in the lowest-income regions.

Variations of blood cells in prediction of gestational diabetes mellitus

2014 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hongling Yang ◽  
Chunyan Zhu ◽  
Qinling Ma ◽  
Yan Long ◽  
Zhou Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Gestational Diabetes ◽  
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mean Cell Volume ◽  
Cell Parameters ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Laboratory Information Systems

AbstractThis study aims to evaluate the value of increasing inflammation in predicting gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).Subjects in this cross-sectional study included 302 GDM and 310 normal pregnancies before 20 weeks. Sociodemographic and pregnancy characteristics as well as blood parameters were acquired by maternal health booklet, medical records and laboratory information systems. Blood cell parameters were compared between the two groups by independent sampleWomen with GDM had significantly higher neutrophil (NEU), lymphocyte (LYM), platelet (PLT) and erythrocyte (RBC) counts, and were positively correlated with GDM. NEU (odds ratios, OR, 1.22) and LYM (OR, 2.01) were independently associated with the development of GDM (P<0.001). The OR of the mean platelet volume (MPV) and mean cell volume (MCV) were 0.84 and 0.92, respectively (P<0.01 for both). The efficiency of Fisher’s equations in correctly classifying cases of GDM from 4 to 20 weeks of gestation was 70.06%.Maternal WBC, RBC, and PLT counts are important correlates of GDM. Increased volume of RBC and PLT might protect pregnant women from development of GDM.

scholarly journals Self-care and clinical parameters in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Rev Rene ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 479
Author(s):  
José Thiago de Sousa ◽  
Suyanne Freire de Macêdo ◽  
Jayne Ramos Araújo Moura ◽  
Ana Roberta Vilarouca da Silva ◽  
Eduardo Emanuel Sátiro Vieira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Clinical Parameters ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Glucose Levels

To verify characteristics related to self-care and clinical parameters in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Methods: descriptive and exploratory, cross-sectional study, conducted with 173 patients assisted in 12 Family Health Units in the urban area of a city in the Northeast region of Brazil. Results: most participants (61.3%) were female, aged less than 60 years old. There were significant differences in the lower glycemic control (p = 0.014), capillary glycemia (p = 0.018) and alcohol consumption (p = 0.015) for men as well as higher central obesity indexes for women (p = 0.000). It was observed high frequency of overweight, abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood glucose levels and insufficient levels of physical activity. Conclusion: there is the need for nursing actions aimed at improving self-care and control of the clinical parameters in these patients.

scholarly journals Evaluation of sweet taste sensitivity in type-II Diabetes Mellitus patients

2020 ◽  
pp. 10-12
Author(s):  
Z. Naveen Kumar ◽  
B.N.S. Gowri Kumari
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type Ii Diabetes ◽  
Type Ii Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Sweet Taste ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Taste Sensitivity ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Type Ii ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean

Background: The objective is to evaluate the sweet taste sensitivity among type-II diabetes mellitus patients. Methods:  This is a cross sectional study consisted of 227 subjects (127 type-II Diabetic patients & 100 non diabetic individuals) of both the genders and age matched. Sweet taste sensitivity tests were done using different concentrations of glucose solution and compared among the diabetic patients with FBS more than 180mg/dl and diabetic patients with FBS less than 180mg/dl and also compared among the diabetic patients and non diabetic individuals.  The final concentration at which patient was able to perceive the taste was recorded. statistical analysis was done using Student’s unpaired T test. P­values of < 0.05 were considered to be statistically significant. Results: The mean of sweet taste sensitivity among diabetic patients with FBS >180 mg/dl was 6245 mg/l and the mean of sweet taste sensitivity in the diabetic patients with FBS <180 mg/dl was 2249mg/l with P<0.001 which is significant. The mean of sweet taste sensitivity among diabetic patients with FBS >180 mg/dl was 6245mg/l and the mean of sweet taste sensitivity in the non diabetic individuals was 1979mg/l with P<0.01 which is significant. the mean of sweet taste sensitivity among diabetic patients with FBS <180 mg/dl was 2249 mg/l and the mean of sweet taste sensitivity in the non diabetic individuals was 1979mg/l  with P>0.05 which is not significant. Conclusion: In our study it was concluded that type-II Diabetes Mellitus patients have lesser sensitivity for the sweet taste. Loss of sensitivity leads to the increase in sugar consumption being the risk factor for worsening the disease.

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