Refractive errors in children aged 6 to 8 years and associated factors. Cross-sectional analytical study

ObjectivesTo determine the prevalence, causes and associated factors for visual impairment (VI) in rural population of Jhajjar district, Haryana, north India.MethodsA community-based, cross-sectional study was conducted in two blocks of Jhajjar district. A total of 34 villages were selected using probability proportionate to size sampling method. Adults aged 50 years and above were selected using compact segment cluster sampling approach. Presenting visual acuity using LogMAR E chart was measured along with collection of other demographic details as part of the house-to-house survey. Subjective refraction and torch light examination were performed at a clinic site within the village to ascertain VI and its cause. VI was considered when presenting visual acuity was less than 6/18 in the better eye. Common causes of VI viz uncorrected refractive errors, cataract, central corneal opacity and others were noted by optometrists. Descriptive analysis was undertaken. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed for determining associated factors with VI.ResultsOut of 2025 enumerated adults, 1690 (83.5%) were examined at the household level and 1575 (78%) completed all study procedures. The prevalence of VI was found to be 24.5% (95% CI 21.1 to 26.3) and blindness was 5% (95% CI 3.9 to 6.1). The most common causes of VI were uncorrected refractive errors (50%) and cataract (37%). The VI in study participants was found to be associated with age, gender, marital and educational status.ConclusionsVI is still a public health problem in rural population of Jhajjar district, Haryana. Provision of spectacles and cataract surgical services are simple interventions to address this issue.

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Perception of COVID-19 Vaccination Amongst Physicians in Colombia

Vaccines ◽

10.3390/vaccines9030287 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (3) ◽

pp. 287

Author(s):

Jorge L. Alvarado-Socarras ◽

Andrea Liliana Vesga-Varela ◽

Doris Cristina Quintero-Lesmes ◽

Marcela M. Fama-Pereira ◽

Norma C. Serrano-Diaz ◽

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Keyword(s):

Associated Factors ◽

Online Survey ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Medical Personnel ◽

Medical Specialty ◽

Positive Perception ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Binomial Regression ◽

At Risk Populations ◽

Significant Factors

Introduction: The SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19 pandemic has triggered the need to develop rapidly effective and safe vaccines to prevent infection, particularly in those at-risk populations such as medical personnel. This study’s objective was to assess the perception of COVID-19 vaccination amongst Colombian physicians featuring two different scenarios of COVID-19 vaccination. Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out through an online survey directed at medical staff in several cities in Colombia. The percentage of physicians who have a positive perception to be vaccinated and the associated factors that determine that decision were determined. A binomial regression analysis adjusted for age and sex was carried out, taking as a dependent variable the acceptance of free vaccination with an effectiveness of 60 and 80%. The most significant factors were determined in the non-acceptance of vaccination. Results: Between 77.0% and 90.7% of physicians in Colombia accept COVID-19 vaccination, according to the scenario evaluated where the vaccine’s effectiveness was 60 or 80%, respectively. Medical specialty, having never paid for a vaccine, recommending the administration of the vaccine to their parents or people over 70 years, and dispensing the vaccine to their children, were the factors to consider to be vaccinated for free with an effectiveness of 60% and 80%. Conclusions: There is a high perception of the intention to vaccinate physicians in Colombia against COVID-19, and this is very similar to that of the general population.

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PREVALENCE OF FRICTION INJURY AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS IN ELDERLY IN INTENSIVE THERAPY

Texto & Contexto - Enfermagem ◽

10.1590/1980-265x-tce-2018-0515 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 29 ◽

Author(s):

Chrystiany Plácido de Brito Vieira ◽

Patrícia de Carvalho Ferreira ◽

Telma Maria Evangelista de Araújo ◽

Fernando José Guedes da Silva Júnior ◽

Francisca Tereza de Galiza ◽

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Keyword(s):

Intensive Care Unit ◽

Intensive Care ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Intensive Therapy ◽

The Elderly ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Significance Level ◽

Scaly Skin

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the prevalence of friction injuries and associated factors in the elderly admitted to the Intensive Care Unit. Method: a cross-sectional analytical study, developed in an Intensive Care Unit of a Teaching hospital, with a sample of 101 elderly. Data collection was conducted from November 2017 to May 2018, through interviews, consulting medical records and physical examination. For analysis, descriptive and inferential statistics were performed. Strength of associations between variables measured by odds ratio and 95% confidence intervals. Statistical significance level was set at 5% for all analyzes. Results: the sample studied had a mean age of 71.39 years, mostly male, married and without schooling, with more than one comorbidity, dependent, with dry and scaly skin and bruising on the extremities. The prevalence of friction injury was 28.7%, with an average of 1.93 injuries per elderly. There was a statistically significant association between the occurrence of friction injury with age, comorbidities, dry and scaly skin. Conclusion: the prevalence of friction injury was high and associated with age, comorbidities, dry and scaly skin, and mean duration of corticosteroid use.

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Spontaneous Conception Following Laparoscopic Surgery in Women with Infertility at The Yaoundé Gyneco-Obstetric and Pediatric Hospital: A Cross-Sectional and Analytical Study

10.21203/rs.3.rs-76678/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Marie Noelle Mokam Fopoussi ◽

Cyrille Claude Noa Ndoua ◽

Felicite Djuikwo ◽

Arsène Brunelle Sandie ◽

Samuel Ojong ◽

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Keyword(s):

Laparoscopic Surgery ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Average Duration ◽

Married Women ◽

Normal Body Mass Index ◽

Pediatric Hospital ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Spontaneous Conception ◽

Broad Consequence

Abstract Background : The infertility is a common health issue affecting many couples with a broad consequence on their lives. This study investigated the effectiveness of laparoscopic surgery for treating infertility in Cameroon.Methods : We conducted a cross-sectional, analytic study in order to determine the rate of conception and associated factors following laparoscopic surgery in women who presented with infertility, and treated at the Yaoundé Gynaeco-Obstetric and Pediatric Hospital from January 1st 2007 to December 31st 2017.Results : The average age of the included patients was 32:2 4:9 years old. Married women and those with tertiary level studies were the most represented. The average duration of infertility stood at 4:6 2:8 years. The most common surgical procedures were adhesiolysis (86.1%) and neo-salpingotomy (55.4%). The conception rate after the endoscopic surgery was 39.3% (119/303). The associated factors were normal body mass index and the antecedent of two or more alive children.Conclusions : The study revealed the efficiency of laparoscopic surgery in the management of infertility.

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Evaluation of breastfeeding self-effectiveness and its associated factors in puerperal women assisted at a public health system in Brazil

Revista Brasileira de Saúde Materno Infantil ◽

10.1590/1806-93042021000100005 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

pp. 89-96

Author(s):

Sebastião Leite Pinto ◽

Ana Carolina Cárnio Barruffini ◽

Vanessa Oliveira Silva ◽

Jéssica Enocêncio Porto Ramos ◽

Leonardo Luiz Borges ◽

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Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Health System ◽

Self Efficacy ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Public Health System ◽

Statistical Significance ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Maternity Hospitals ◽

Convenience Sampling

Abstract Objectives: evaluate breastfeeding self-efficacy and its associated factors in puerperal women assisted at a public health system in Brazil. Methods: it is a cross-sectional analytical study, with convenience sampling and two instruments: sociodemographic, personal and clinical, and Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (BSES-SF), applied to puerperal women in a puerperal outpatient clinic at two public maternity hospitals in Goiânia/GO, from September to November 2019. Inclusion criteria: mothers in puerperal period, age above 18 years, children born at term and on exclusive breastfeeding. Exclusion criteria: report depression and premature wean. Results: 128puerperal women were interviewed. The average age was 26.7 (± 5.9) years old. The levels of self-efficacy were high (95.3%) and no puerperal had a low level. The variables with statistical significance were: experience in breastfeeding (p= 0.0312), not having received information on breastfeeding during pregnancy (p=0.0292), did not receive other milk at the maternity (p=0.0380), did not feel pain while breastfeeding (p=0.0242), being able to breastfeed on demand (p=0.0124), presence of breast engorgement (p=0.0207), presenting protruding nipples (p=0.0427). Conclusions: clinical and personal aspects were identified as risk factors for early weaning. This can provide information for the training ofprofessionals and structuring the interventions in health services, with a view in preventing these risks.

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Satisfaction of inpatient with diagnosis and treatment service and some associated factors in Hoan My Binh Phuoc hospital in 2019

Journal of Health and Development Studies ◽

10.38148/jhds.0403skpt20-053 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 04 (03) ◽

pp. 87-94

Author(s):

Van Dau Dang ◽

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Duc Thanh Nguyen ◽

Thanh Phung ◽

Hoa Khanh Le

Keyword(s):

Associated Factors ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Medical Service ◽

Diagnosis And Treatment ◽

Health Administration ◽

Treatment Service ◽

Related Factors ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Satisfaction Rate ◽

The Past

In health administration, the satisfaction of patients is an important factor that need to be achieved by health facilities. This cross-sectional analytical study aims to fulfill two objectives: (1) To describe the satisfaction among inpatients, and (2) To identify some related factors to the satisfaction of inpatients at Hoan My Binh Phuong Hospital. The study took place between April and October 2019 on 300 inpatients and used a questionnaire designed by Hoan My Medical Group based on the Ministry of Health’s satisfaction form. The research results show that the average satisfaction rate of the medical service at Hoan My Binh Phuoc Hospital is 92.27%. The satisfaction of patients on medical examination and treatment is the highest at 96.55%; followed by satisfaction on the time to use the services in the hospital at 94.62%; the satisfaction rate on service attitude of medical staff is 90.96% and on the facilities is the lowest at 86.75%. The study also found that the number of hospitalizations treated in the past 12 months the associated factor to the satisfaction of patients. Key words: satisfaction, inpatient, diagnosis and treatment service.

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Perception of COVID-19 Vaccination Amongst Physicians in Colombia, January 2021

10.20944/preprints202103.0119.v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Jorge L. Alvarado-Socarras ◽

Andrea Liliana Vesga-Varela ◽

Doris Cristina Quintero-Lesmes ◽

Marcela M. Fama-Pereira ◽

Norma C. Serrano-Diaz ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Associated Factors ◽

Online Survey ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Medical Personnel ◽

Medical Specialty ◽

Positive Perception ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Binomial Regression ◽

At Risk Populations ◽

Significant Factors

Introduction: The SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19 pandemic has triggered the need for developing rapidly effective and safety vaccines to prevent infection, particularly in those at-risk populations such as medical personnel. The objective of this study was to assess perception of COVID-19 vaccination amongst Colombian physicians featuring two different sceneries of COVID-19 vaccination. Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out through an online survey, directed at medical staff in several cities in Colombia. The percentage of physicians who have a positive perception to be vaccinated and the associated factors that determine that decision were determined. A binomial regression analysis adjusted for age and sex was carried out, taking as a dependent variable the acceptance of free vaccination with an effectiveness of 60 and 80%. The most significant factors were determined in the non-acceptance of vaccination. Results: Between 77.1% and 90.8% of physicians in Colombia, accept COVID-19 vaccination, according to the scenario evaluated where the effectiveness of the vaccine was 60 or 80%, respectively. Medical specialty, have ever paid for a vaccine, recommend administrating the vaccine to their parents or people over 70 years and dispense the vaccine to their children were the factors to be vaccinated for free with an effectiveness of 60% and 80%. Conclusions: There is a high perception of the intention to vaccinate physicians in Colombia against COVID-19. But it is very similar to that of the general population, according to results reported in other studies.

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Prevalência de lesões por fricção em idosos com câncer e fatores associados

Enfermagem em Foco ◽

10.21675/2357-707x.2020.v11.n4.3234 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (4) ◽

Author(s):

Chrystiany Plácido De Brito Vieira ◽

Thalita Alves Teixeira ◽

Telma Maria Evangelista de Araújo ◽

Fernando José Guedes da Silva Júnior ◽

Francisca Tereza De Galiza ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Elderly People ◽

Medical Records ◽

Associated Factors ◽

Analytical Study ◽

Cognitive Deficit ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

P Value ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Exact Test ◽

Preventive Actions

Objetivo: analisar a prevalência de lesões por fricção em idosos com câncer e fatores associados. Método: estudo transversal e analítico, realizado com 50 idosos, em serviço de Oncologia de um hospital escola, em Teresina-Piauí, Brasil. Utilizaram-se de entrevista, exame físico e prontuário para coleta dos dados, de fevereiro a abril de 2018. Realizaram-se análise descritiva, aplicação do teste Mann-Whitney para observar diferença das médias e da prova exata de Fischer para verificar associação entre desfecho e variáveis independentes. Resultados: média de idade 69,36 anos, maioria do sexo masculino (52,0%), sem escolaridade (38,0%), com comorbidades (74,0%), em uso de anticoagulante (56%) e corticoide (76%), dependentes (76%) e com déficit cognitivo (32%). A prevalência de lesões foi 18%, com localização predominante em membros superiores (64,6%) e de classificação 2b (50%). Os fatores associados foram hematomas nas extremidades (p-valor=0,003), uso de curativo adesivo (p-valor=0,044) e presença de comorbidades (p-valor=0,050). Conclusão: prevalência de lesões por fricção elevada, associada a fatores clínicos. Sugerem-se outras investigações para viabilizar ações preventivas mais eficazes e definir a epidemiologia dessas lesões, uma vez que são subnotificadas em serviços hospitalares de oncologia.Palavras-chave: Ferimentos e Lesões; Fricção; Idoso; Serviço Hospitalar de Oncologia; Enfermagem Oncológica. SKIN TEAR PREVALENCE AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS AMONG ELDERLY PEOPLE WITH CANCERObjective: To analyze the skin tear prevalence and associated factors in elderly people. Method: It was a cross-sectional and analytical study conducted with 50 elderly patients in the Oncology department of a school hospital, in Teresina-Piauí, Brazil. Interviews, physical exams and medical records were used for data collection from February to April 2018. Descriptive analysis was performed, with the Mann-Whitney test to observe difference in means and Fisher’s exact test to verify the association between outcome and independent variables. Results: Mean age of 69.36 years, mostly male (52.0%), without education (38.0%), with comorbidities (74.0%), anticoagulant (56%) and corticoid (76%) use, dependent (76%), and cognitive deficit (32%). There was an 18% prevalence of injuries, mostly in upper limbs (64.6%) and Category 2b (50%). Associated factors were hematoma in the extremities (p-value=0.003), use of adhesive dressing (p-value=0.044), and presence of comorbidities (p-value=0.050). Conclusion: There was a high skin tear prevalence associated with clinical factors. Further investigations are recommended to enable more effective preventive actions and to define the epidemiology of these lesions, since they are underreported in hospital oncology services.Keywords: Wounds and Injuries. Friction. Aged. Oncology Service, Hospital. Nursing.PREVALENCIA DE LESIONES POR FRICCIÓN EN ANCIANOS CON CÁNCER Y FACTORES ASOCIADOS Objetivo: analizar la prevalencia de lesiones por fricción y factores asociados en ancianos. Método: estudio transversal y analítico, realizado con 50 ancianos, en servicio de Oncología de hospital escolar, en Teresina-Piauí, Brasil. Se utilizaron entrevistas, examen físico y prontuario para recolección de datos, de febrero a abril de 2018. Se realizaron análisis descriptivos, aplicación del test Mann-Whitney para observar diferencia de las medias y exacto de Fischer para verificar la asociación entre desenlace y variables independientes. Resultados: la media de edad fue 69,36, la mayoría del sexo masculino (52%), sin escolaridad (38,0%), con comorbilidades (74,0%), en uso de anticoagulante (56%) y corticoide (76%), dependientes (76%) y con déficit cognitivo (32%). La prevalencia de lesiones fue de 18%, con localización predominante en miembros superiores (64,6%) y de clasificación 2b (50%). Los factores asociados fueron hematomas en las extremidades (p-valor=0,003), uso de curativo adhesivo (p-valor=0,044) y presencia de comorbilidades (p-valor=0,050). Conclusión: la prevalencia de lesiones por alta fricción estuvo asociada con factores clínicos. Se recomiendan otras investigaciones para permitir acciones preventivas más efectivas y definir la epidemiología de estas lesiones, ya que son subreportadas en servicios hospitalarios de oncología.Palabras clave: Lesiones y lesiones; Fricción; Anciano; Servicio Hospitalario de Oncología; Enfermería Oncológica.

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