scholarly journals The beliefs of mothers in southern Brazil regarding risk-factors associated with congenital abnormalities

2004 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-153 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gilberto de Lima Garcias ◽  
Lavínia Schüler-Faccini
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Congenital Abnormalities ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Factors Associated

Risk factors associated with toxoplasmosis and toxocariasis in populations of children from nine cities in southern Brazil

2014 ◽  
Vol 89 (4) ◽  
pp. 428-432 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.A. Marchioro ◽  
C.M. Colli ◽  
É.C. Ferreira ◽  
B.M. Viol ◽  
S.M. Araújo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Parasite Control ◽  
Igg Antibodies ◽  
Positive Serology ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Epidemiological Factors

AbstractThis study investigated the epidemiological factors that contribute to the seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii and Toxocara spp. in children from Paraná state, Brazil. Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies to T. gondii were detected using indirect immunofluorescence, and IgG antibodies to Toxocara were detected using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. For each individual, a questionnaire was completed that contained epidemiological and clinical data. The data analysis was performed using multiple logistic regression. Of the 544 children investigated, 3.2% presented co-infection with T. gondii and Toxocara spp. Of this total, 7.4% were positive for antibodies to T. gondii, and 25% were positive for antibodies to Toxocara spp. The presence of antibodies to Toxocara spp. increased the risk of T. gondii infection (P= 0.029). Children who were 1–8 years of age were less infected by T. gondii than those who were 9–12 years of age. The variables that influenced positivity for anti-Toxocara spp. were the origin of the children and contact with sand. Children with positive serology for Toxocara spp. presented more eosinophilia compared with those with non-reactive serology. Infection with both parasites reveals the need for preventive measures, such as guidance about modes of infection, parasite control and monitoring recreational areas.

scholarly journals Toxoplasma gondii antibodies on domiciled cats from Lages municipality, Santa Catarina State, Brazil

2010 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 268-269 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luciana Dalla Rosa ◽  
Anderson Barbosa de Moura ◽  
Natascha Trevisani ◽  
Alessandra Pereira Medeiros ◽  
Amélia Aparecida Sartor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Toxoplasma Gondii ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Antibody Test ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Santa Catarina ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Immunofluorescent Antibody ◽  
Indirect Immunofluorescent ◽  
Immunofluorescent Antibody Test

Sera were collected from 300 domiciled cats from the municipality of Lages, Southern Brazil, to determine the prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii antibodies and risk factors associated. Tests for T. gondii antibodies were performed using indirect immunofluorescent antibody test (IFAT). Positive reactions with titers >1:64 were found in 43 (14.33%) cats. A significant number of seropositive cats were >6 month old (p = 0.03758) and had access to the streets or/and rural areas (p = 0.04185). The results indicate that T. gondii is widespread in cats in Lages with a prevalence of 14.33%.

scholarly journals PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH EQUINE LEPTOSPIROSIS IN AN ENDEMIC URBAN AREA IN SOUTHERN BRAZIL

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (8) ◽  
pp. 58380-58390
Author(s):  
Caroline Dewes ◽  
Tanise Pacheco Fortes ◽  
Gilmar Batista Machado ◽  
Paula Soares Pacheco ◽  
João Pedro Mello Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Urban Area ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Factors Associated

Risk and other factors associated with toxoplasmosis and toxocariasis in pregnant women from southern Brazil

2016 ◽  
Vol 91 (5) ◽  
pp. 534-538 ◽  
Author(s):  
P.C. Santos ◽  
P.L. Telmo ◽  
L.M. Lehmann ◽  
G.T. Mattos ◽  
G.B. Klafke ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Total Population ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Risk Of Infection ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Modes Of Transmission ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Serology Test

AbstractToxoplasmosis causes complications during pregnancy that have serious effects on fetal development. Thus far, toxocariasis has been reported to spread only via vertical transmission. Nonetheless, the population of pregnant women is also exposed to this infection. Co-infection with both Toxoplasma gondii and Toxocara spp. has been reported in children, but there are no reports of co-infection in the population of pregnant women. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of co-infection with T. gondii and Toxocara spp. in pregnant women at a university hospital in southern Brazil, and to identify the risk factors associated with infection by both parasites. Two hundred pregnant women were tested for the presence of anti-T. gondii and anti-Toxocara spp. antibodies and were asked to complete an epidemiological questionnaire. In this study, the co-infection rate observed in the total population of pregnant women was 8%. In addition, women with a positive result for a serology test for Toxocara spp. were at increased risk of infection by T. gondii (P = 0.019). Co-infection with both parasites in pregnant women was associated with low birth weights in neonates. The similar modes of transmission of both parasites could explain the co-infection. Only a few previous studies have investigated this phenomenon. The findings of the present study emphasize the importance of serological diagnosis during prenatal care and further research in this area to identify risk factors associated with this co-infection, and the possible implications of this co-infection during pregnancy and on the health of newborns.

Prevalence and risk factors associated with Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Mycoplasma genitalium among women in Pelotas, Southern Brazil

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 432-439
Author(s):  
MF Silveira ◽  
MP Bruni ◽  
D Stauffert ◽  
D Golparian ◽  
M Unemo
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Chlamydia Trachomatis ◽  
Neisseria Gonorrhoeae ◽  
Diagnostic Testing ◽  
Mycoplasma Genitalium ◽  
Vaginal Swab ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Gynecology And Obstetrics

The frequently asymptomatic sexually transmitted infections (STIs) caused by Chlamydia trachomatis (CT), Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG), and Mycoplasma genitalium (MG) are poorly diagnosed in Brazil and can lead to severe complications/sequelae without timely detection and treatment. We investigated prevalence of CT, NG, and MG infections and associated demographic, behavioral, and clinical factors in consecutive women attending a gynecology and obstetrics outpatient clinic in Pelotas, Southern Brazil. Vaginal swab samples were prospectively obtained from asymptomatic and symptomatic women (n = 498) from August 2015 to December 2016 and tested with Aptima Combo2 and Aptima M. genitalium assays (Hologic). The prevalence of CT, NG, and MG was 6.8% (34/498), 1.0% (5/498), and 4.2% (21/498), respectively. Three (0.6%) cases of CT and NG co-infection and one (0.2%) case of CT and MG co-infection were identified. The risk factors associated with these bacterial STIs were youth (<30 years), no steady sexual partner, infection with additional STI, and lack of income. Bacterial STIs, particularly CT and MG, were prevalent among women, including pregnant women (60% of positive cases), in Pelotas, Brazil. Sensitive and specific diagnostic testing and early treatment are essential to control STIs, limit transmission chains, avoid future complications/sequelae, and reduce health and cost burdens on the population.

scholarly journals Risk factors associated with serological Salmonella prevalence in finishing pig herds in southern Brazil

2001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jalusa Deon Kich ◽  
Nelson Morés ◽  
Carlos Eugênio Vidal ◽  
Itamar Piffer ◽  
Wadomiro Barioni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Finishing Pig

scholarly journals Factors associated with lack of prenatal care in a large municipality

2014 ◽  
Vol 48 (6) ◽  
pp. 977-984 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristiane Quadrado da Rosa ◽  
Denise Silva da Silveira ◽  
Juvenal Soares Dias da Costa
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Prenatal Care ◽  
Conditional Logistic Regression ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Final Model ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Mother And Child ◽  
Matched Study ◽  
Large Municipality

OBJECTIVE To analyze the factors associated with a lack of prenatal care in a large municipality in southern Brazil. METHODS In this case-control age-matched study, 716 women were evaluated; of these, 179 did not receive prenatal care and 537 received prenatal care (controls). These women were identified using the Sistema Nacional de Informação sobre Nascidos Vivos (Live Birth Information System) of Pelotas, RS, Southern Brazil, between 2009 and 2010. Multivariate analysis was performed using conditional logistic regression to estimate the odds ratios (OR). RESULTS In the final model, the variables associated with a lack of prenatal care were the level of education, particularly when it was lesser than four years [OR 4.46; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.92;10.36], being single (OR 3.61; 95%CI 1.85;7.04), and multiparity (OR 2.89; 95%CI 1.72;4.85). The prevalence of a lack of prenatal care among administrative regions varied between 0.7% and 3.9%. CONCLUSIONS The risk factors identified must be considered when planning actions for the inclusion of women in prenatal care by both the central management and healthcare teams. These indicated the municipal areas with greater deficits in prenatal care. The reorganization of the actions to identify women with risk factors in the community can be considered to be a starting point of this process. In addition, the integration of the activities of local programs that target the mother and child is essential to constantly identify pregnant women without prenatal care.

scholarly journals Risk factors associated with COVID-19-induced death in patients hospitalized in intensive care units (ICUs) in a city in Southern Brazil

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
André S. Olak ◽  
Aline M. Susuki ◽  
Milena Kanashiro ◽  
Monica M.B. Paoliello ◽  
Michael Aschner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Intensive Care ◽  
Intensive Care Units ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals Faktor Risiko yang Berhubungan dengan Kejadian Kelainan Bawaan pada Neonatus

e-CliniC ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Febriano Matthew ◽  
Rocky Wilar ◽  
Adrian Umboh
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Family History ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Maternal Age ◽  
Congenital Abnormalities ◽  
Common Factor ◽  
Congenital Disorders ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Organ Systems ◽  
History Of

Abstract Congenital abnormalities are one of the main causes of infant mortality worldwide. Their symptoms vary from mild to severe. This study was aimed to determine the risk factors associated with the incidence of congenital abnormalities. This was a literature review study. The results obtained 10 articles that discussed about the risk factors of congenital abnormalities. The incidence of congenital abnormalities was more common in males. The most common factor was the maternal age of 20+ years Especially in Indonesia, there was no significant data about the risk factors related to the incidence of congenital abnormalities, however, two journals from Indonesia showed an increased incidence of congenital abnormalities in women infected during pregnancy. In addition, there were other risk factors found only in one to two journals, such as exposure to cigarettes, consumption of drugs or narcotics, and family history of previous congenital disorders. The review also covered several congenital disorders classified in organ systems dominated by the cardiovascular system. In conclusion, the risk factors associated with congenital abnormalities are maternal age, multiparity, history of abortion, congenital abnormalities in previous pregnancies, gestational diabetes, exposure to cigarette smoke, consumption of alcohol, consumption of drugs, not taking folic acid, family history of congenital abnormalities, consanguinity, and low socioeconomic statusKeywords: risk factor, birth defect, congenital anomalies, neonates                                                                         Abstrak Kelainan kongenital merupakan salah satu penyebab utama kematian bayi di dunia dengan gejala bervariasi dari ringan hingga berat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor risiko yang berhubungan dengan kejadian kelainan kongenital. Jenis penelitian ialah literature review. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan 10 artikel mengenai faktor risiko kejadian kelainan kongenital. Kejadian kelainan kongenital lebih sering terjadi pada jenis kelamin laki-laki. Faktor risiko yang paling sering ialah usia ibu saat hamil mulai 20 tahun hingga lebih. Khusus di Indonesia belum ada data bermakna yang menunjukkan faktor risiko yang berhubungan dengan kejadian kelainan kongenital, namun dua artikel dari Indonesia menunjukkan peningkatan kejadian kelainan kongenital pada ibu yang terinfeksi saat hamil. Faktor risiko lainnya yang hanya didapatkan pada satu hingga dua jurnal saja seperti, paparan rokok, konsumsi obat maupun narkoba, serta riwayat keluarga yang pernah mengalami kejadian kelainan bawaan sebelumnya. Hasil kajian juga mendapatkan beberapa diagnosis penyakit kelaianan kongenital yang di golongkan dalam sistem organ, didominasi oleh sistem kardiovaskular. Simpulan penelitian ini ialah faktor risiko yang berhubungan dengan kelainan kongenital ialah usia ibu, multiparitas, riwayat abortus, kelainan ba kongenital waan pada kehamilan sebelumnya, diabetes gestasional, paparan asap rokok, konsumsi alkohol, konsumsi obat-obatan, tidak mengonsumsi asam folat, riwayat keluarga mengalami kelainan kongenital, adanya hubungan darah antara ayah dan ibu, dan status sosioekonomi rendahKata kunci: faktor resiko, kelainan kongenital, neonatus

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