scholarly journals Study of the Role of Body Mass Index and Serum Leptin as Potential Risk Factors in Patients with Lifelong Premature Ejaculation

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 105-110
Author(s):  
Tarek Tawfik ◽  
Mohamed Aref ◽  
Sameh GamalEl Din ◽  
Mohamed Abd El Mawgood ◽  
Ahmed Khattab
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Premature Ejaculation ◽  
Serum Leptin ◽  
Potential Risk Factors ◽  
Lifelong Premature Ejaculation

scholarly journals Potential Risk Factors for Varicose Veins with Superficial Venous Reflux

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nazmiye Selçuk Kapısız ◽  
Tülin Uzun Kulaoğlu ◽  
Turgay Fen ◽  
Hasan Fahri Kapısız
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Family History ◽  
Rheumatoid Factor ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Patient Group ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Varicose Veins ◽  
Venous Reflux ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

The objective of the study is to evaluate a range of potential risk factors in the etiology of varicose veins with superficial venous reflux. Forty-nine patients attending a cardiovascular surgery clinic for the management of varicose disease between 2009 and 2010 were enrolled for the study. The age range of the patient group was 44,04 ± 15,05 years and female/male (F/M) ratio was 30/19. Twenty-six normal, healthy volunteers with the age of 40,94 ± 13,60 years and with the female/male ratio of 15/11 acted as control subjects. We investigated several parameters including body mass index, age, birth number > 1, standing for a long time (standing for 8 or more hours without taking a break), systemic diseases, family history, venous Doppler fındings, the levels of homocysteine, ferritin, vitamin B12, and hemoglobin, sedimentation rate, mean corpuscular volume, low density lipoprotein, and rheumatoid factor of the patient group and the control group. We also determined the contribution of the methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase 677 C>T and 1298 A>C gene polymorphisms and FV Leiden in both groups. In this small study, there appears to be no association between varicose veins and body mass index, smoking, type 2 DM, hypertension, family history, and birth number. A history of increased standing duration period (>8 hours) and rheumatoid factor positivity have association with varicose veins with superficial venous reflux.

scholarly journals Comparison of intra-oral mask and classic face mask in terms of ventilation success and practitioners’ work load assessments: a randomized crossover study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mikail ALKAN ◽  
İsmail Aytaç ◽  
Betül GÜVEN AYTAÇ ◽  
Hidayet ÜNAL ◽  
Bahattin GÜRSUL ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Tidal Volume ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Work Load ◽  
Face Mask ◽  
Mask Ventilation ◽  
Mallampati Score ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

Aim: Providing effective ventilation of the unconscious patient is an essential skill in every specialty dealing with airway management. In this randomized cross-over study aimed to compare intra-oral and classic face mask in terms of ventilation success of patients, practitioners’ workload and anxiety assessments. Also we analyzed potential risk factors of difficult mask ventilation for both masks. Methods: 24 anesthesiology residents and 12 anesthesiologists participated in the study. Each of the practitioners ventilated 4 patients with both masks at settled pressure and frequency. Practitioners rated their workload and anxiety related to masks with National Aeronautics and Space Administration Task Load Index score and State Trait Anxiety Inventory scale. Ventilation success was evaluated with Han scale, expiratory tidal volume and leak volume. We analyzed potential risk factors of difficult mask ventilation with anthropometric characteristics and STOP-BANG score. Results: Ventilation success rate was superior with intraoral mask comparing to classic face mask in terms of Han Scale (Easy mask ventilation percentage 84/144 (58.3%); 123/144 (85.4%); respectively) and tidal volume (481.92±173.99; 430.85±154.87mL; respectively). Leak volume in intraoral mask ventilation was significantly lower than classic face mask (71.50±91.17 /159.38±146.31 respectively). Diffucult mask ventilation risk factors were high weight, neck circumference, Mallampati score and STOP-BANG score>3 for classic face mask (at the utmost neck circumference 95% CI, OR=1.180, p= 0.002) Risk factors were high body mass index and Mallampati score for intraoral mask (at the utmost Body mass index 95% CI, OR=1.162 p=0.006). The anxiety ratings of practitioners were similar between two masks. The work-load rating is higher with intraoral mask comparing to classic face mask. Conclusion: Intraoral mask may be an effective alternative device for bag-valve mask ventilation.

Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Palsy after Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion – Prevalence and Risk Factors

2020 ◽  
Vol 81 (06) ◽  
pp. 508-512
Author(s):  
Alina Huschbeck ◽  
Michael Knoop ◽  
Adrian Gahleitner ◽  
Stefan Koch ◽  
Thomas Schrom ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Nerve Palsy ◽  
Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Palsy ◽  
Laryngeal Nerve ◽  
Duration Of Surgery ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

Abstract Background and Study Aims Recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy (RLNP) is a potential complication of anterior discectomy and fusion (ACDF). There still is substantial disagreement on the actual prevalence of RLNP after ACDF as well as on risk factors for postoperative RLNP. The aim of this study was to describe the prevalence of postoperative RLNP in a cohort of consecutive cases of ACDF and to examine potential risk factors. Materials and Methods This retrospective study included patients who underwent ACDF between 2005 and 2019 at a single neurosurgical center. As part of clinical routine, RLNP was examined prior to and after surgery by independent otorhinolaryngologists using endoscopic laryngoscopy. As potential risk factors for postoperative RLNP, we examined patient's age, sex, body mass index, multilevel surgery, and the duration of surgery. Results 214 consecutive cases were included. The prevalence of preoperative RLNP was 1.4% (3/214) and the prevalence of postoperative RLNP was 9% (19/211). The number of operated levels was 1 in 73.5% (155/211), 2 in 24.2% (51/211), and 3 or more in 2.4% (5/211) of cases. Of all cases, 4.7% (10/211) were repeat surgeries. There was no difference in the prevalence of RLNP between the primary surgery group (9.0%, 18/183) versus the repeat surgery group (10.0%, 1/10; p = 0.91). Also, there was no difference in any characteristics between subjects with postoperative RLNP compared with those without postoperative RLNP. We found no association between postoperative RLNP and patient’s age, sex, body mass index, duration of surgery, or number of levels (odds ratios between 0.24 and 1.05; p values between 0.20 and 0.97). Conclusions In our cohort, the prevalence of postoperative RLNP after ACDF was 9.0%. The fact that none of the examined variables was associated with the occurrence of RLNP supports the view that postoperative RLNP may depend more on direct mechanical manipulation during surgery than on specific patient or surgical characteristics.

scholarly journals Percutaneous iliosacral screw and trans-iliac trans-sacral screw with single C-arm fluoroscope intensifier is a safe treatment for pelvic ring injuries

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jui-Ping Chen ◽  
Ping-Jui Tsai ◽  
Chun-Yi Su ◽  
I.-Chuan Tseng ◽  
Ying-Chao Chou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Pelvic Ring ◽  
High Body Mass Index ◽  
Medical Institute ◽  
Iliosacral Screw ◽  
Pelvic Ring Injuries ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

AbstractTo elucidate the accuracy, efficacy, and safety of percutaneous iliosacral screw (ISS) and trans-iliac trans-sacral screw (TITS) insertion using a single C-arm fluoroscopy intensifier. Additionally, the potential risk factors that might cause mal-positioned screws were identified. Patients with pelvic ring injuries who underwent percutaneous screw fixation in a single medical institute were divided into an ISS group (n = 59) and a TITS group (n = 62) and assessed. The angles deviated from ideal orientation (ADIO) of the implanted screw were measured, and potential risk factors for mal-positioned screws were analyzed. Overall, the reduction quality of the pelvic ring was good or excellent in 70 patients (82.4%) by Matta’s criteria and in 48 patients (56.5%) by Lefaivre’s criteria. ADIO measurements of the ISS and TITS groups via multi-planar computed tomography were 9.16° ± 6.97° and 3.09° ± 2.8° in the axial view, respectively, and 5.92° ± 3.65° and 2.10° ± 2.01° in the coronal view, respectively. Univariate statistical analysis revealed body mass index as the single potential risk factor of mal-positioned screws. With careful preoperative planning and intraoperative preparations, placing ISS and TITS under the guidance of single C-arm fluoroscopy intensifier is a reliable and safe technique. Caution should be exercised when performing this procedure in patients with a high body mass index.

The potential risk factors of placenta increta and the role of octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Long ◽  
Min Jiang ◽  
Fei Gao ◽  
Mengru Han ◽  
Qiangsheng Gan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Placenta Increta ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

scholarly journals Waist circumference, body mass index, and skinfold thickness as potential risk factors for high blood pressure in adolescents

2019 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-86
Author(s):  
Roslina Dewi ◽  
Rafita Ramayati ◽  
Nelly Rosdiana ◽  
Oke Rina Ramayani ◽  
Rosmayanti Siregar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Systolic Blood Pressure ◽  
Diastolic Blood Pressure ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Predictive Factor ◽  
Skinfold Thickness ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

Background The prevalence of hypertension in children and adolescents has increased with the rising obesity epidemic. Recent studies have found that prevalence of hypertension was higher in obese children or adolescents than in the normal weight ones. Anthropometric measurements such as body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and skinfold thickness have been used as criteria to determine obesity in children and adolescents. Increased waist circumference has been most closely related to increased blood pressure. Objective To compare waist circumference, BMI, and skinfold thickness as potential risk factors for hypertension in adolescents. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in May 2014 in three senior high schools in Medan, North Sumatera, and included 253 students with normal urinalysis test. All subjects underwent blood pressure, waist circumference, tricep- and subscapular-skinfold thickness (TST and SST), body weight, and body height measurements. The study population was categorized into underweight, normoweight, overweight, and obese, according to four different criteria: waist circumference, BMI, TST, and SST; all variables were analyzed for possible correlations with systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Results There were significant positive correlations between systolic blood pressure and waist circumference (OR 7.933; 95%CI 2.20 to 28.65; P=0.011) as well as BMI (OR 4.137; 95%CI 1.16 to 14.75; P=0.041). There were also significant correlations between diastolic blood pressure and waist circumference (OR 3.17; 95%CI 1.83 to 5.51; P=0.002), BMI (P=0.0001; OR=3.69), TST (OR 4.73; 95%CI 2.31 to 9.69; P=0.0001), and SST (OR 3.74; 95%CI 2.35 to 5.94; P=0.0001). Multivariate analysis showed that waist circumference was a predictive factor for systolic blood pressure (OR 9.667), but not for diastolic blood pressure. Conclusion Waist circumference is the strongest, significant, predictive factor for elevated systolic blood pressure; meanwhile BMI, SST, and TST could be predictive factors for elevated diastolic blood pressure. 

Relation between first trimester maternal serum leptin levels and body mass index in normotensive and pre-eclamptic pregnancies – Role of leptin as a marker of pre-eclampsia: A prospective case–control study

2010 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 338-343 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sofoklis Samolis ◽  
Ioannis Papastefanou ◽  
Perikles Panagopoulos ◽  
George Galazios ◽  
Alexandros Kouskoukis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Case Control Study ◽  
First Trimester ◽  
Case Control ◽  
Maternal Serum ◽  
Serum Leptin ◽  
Control Study ◽  
Prospective Case Control Study

scholarly journals The Effect of Smoking and Body Mass Index on The Complication Rate of Alloplastic Breast Reconstruction

2019 ◽  
Vol 109 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Sadok ◽  
I. S. Krabbe-Timmerman ◽  
G. H. de Bock ◽  
P. M. N. Werker ◽  
L. Jansen
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Breast Reconstruction ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Complication Rate ◽  
Consecutive Series ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Potential Risk Factors ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Alloplastic Breast Reconstruction

Background and Aims:The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of smoking and body mass index on the occurrence of complications after alloplastic breast reconstruction.Materials and Methods:A consecutive series of 56 patients treated with immediate or delayed alloplastic breast reconstruction, including six cases combined with latissimus dorsi flap, at three hospitals between 2012 and 2018 were included. Complications were scored and defined according to Clavien–Dindo. To evaluate the impact of smoking, body mass index, and other potential risk factors on the occurrence of any and severe complications, univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were applied to estimate odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals.Results:In 56 patients, 22 patients had a complication. As much as 46% of smokers had severe complications compared to 18% of non-smokers. Of patients with body mass index ⩾ 25, 40% had severe complications compared to 10% with body mass index < 25. Smokers had eight times more chance of developing severe complications than non-smokers (ORadjusted = 8.0, p = 0.02). Patients with body mass index ⩾ 25 had almost 10 times more severe complications compared to patients with body mass index ⩽ 25 (ORadjusted = 9.9, p = 0.009). No other risk factors were significant.Conclusion:Smoking and body mass index ⩾ 25 both increased the complication rate to such an extent that patients should be informed about their increased risk for complications following alloplastic breast reconstruction and on these grounds surgeons may delay alloplastic breast reconstruction. It is an ethical dilemma whether one should deny overweight and obese patients and those who smoke an immediate alloplastic breast reconstruction. For both life style interventions, adequate guidance should be made available.

scholarly journals THE ROLE OF ORTHOSTATIC TEST IN PROGNOSIS OF ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION DEVELOPMENT IN YOUNG ADULTS

The Clinician ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 16-21
Author(s):  
E. V. Sklyannaya
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Orthostatic Test ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Observation Period ◽  
Group 1

The aimof this study was to assess the role of orthostatic test in prognosis of arterial hypertension (AH) in young adults.Materials and methods.842 young adults 20–29 years old with the level of blood pressure (BP) <140/90 mm Hg were enrolled in a prospective study. Active orthostatic test was performed. Observation period was 5 years. After that 2 groups were assigned according to BP level: group 1 – with AH (BP level >140/90 mm Hg), group 2 – with normal BP level (<140/90 mm Hg).Results.Physiological type of orthostatic reaction was found in 542 persons (64.4 %), primary hypersympathicotonic type – in 79 (9.4 %), secondary hypersympathicotonic – in 93 (11.1 %), hyposympathicotonic – in 94 (11.2 %), sympathicoasthenic – in 34 (4.0 %). 78 persons were withdrawn from the study for different reasons during observation period. AH was diagnosed in 144 (18.8 %) persons (group 1), normal BP – in 620 (81.2 %) participants (group 2). In group 1 hypersympathicotonic response to orthostatic test was observed in 102 (70.8 %) persons, in group 2 – in 47 (7.6 %) participants (р <0,001). By the results of univariate logistic regression analysis male sex (OR 10.8; 95 % CI 7.6–15.3), body mass index >25 kg/m2 (OR 7.2; 95 % CI 5.7–9.1), smoking (OR 5.6; 95 % CI 4.5–7.0), high normal BP (OR 10.7; 95 % CI 6.9–14.5) and hypersympathicotonic orthostatic response (OR 13.6; 95 % CI 10.0–18.7) were significant risk factors of AH. By the results of multivariate analysis body mass index >25 kg/m2, high normal BP and hypersympathicotonic orthostatic response were independent risk factors.Conclusion.Hypersympathicotonic orthostatic response with increased body mass index and high normal BP are the risk factors of AH development during next 5 years in young adults. It is reasonable to use orthostatic test in assessing the risk of AH development in young people.

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