scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF VISUAL PROGNOSIS IN PATIENTS WITH OCULAR BURNS: A CROSSSECTIONAL STUDY

2021 ◽  
pp. 6-10
Author(s):  
R. Shanthimalar ◽  
Divya P ◽  
S Srinivasan ◽  
Rohini A ◽  
M Saranya
Keyword(s):  
Visual Impairment ◽  
Clinical Features ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Visual Outcome ◽  
Blink Reflex ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Ocular Complications ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Visual Prognosis ◽  
Ocular Burns

Introduction: Ocular burns are ophthalmic emergencies due to their visual morbidity. The extent of ocular surface involvement at the time of presentation is critically associated with visual outcome. Comprehensive ocular examination and prompt management is needed to optimize visual outcome. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the epidemiological trends, clinical features of patients with ocular burns and to determine their relationship with visual outcome. Methods:This prospective, cross-sectional study was conducted on 96 consecutive in-patients who were admitted in the Department of Plastic surgery and Burns in our hospital and sought opinion for ocular burns, irrespective of age and sex. The main outcome measures evaluated were clinical features of ocular burns and prognostic factors associated with visual impairment. Results: In our study, the mean age (S.D.) of patients was 32.83+/- 18.70 years with both males and females equally affected. The most common mode of injury was thermal injury due to domestic accidents (88.5%). 74% of patients had bilateral ocular presentation. Lid burns (42.2%) and lid edema (41.1%) were the most common ocular findings. About 5.2% of eyes showed corneal involvement. About 14 eyes (7.3%) had severe ocular complications among which one eye developed phthisis bulbi. 20 eyes (16.1%) had visual acuity of less than 6/60 causing visual morbidity. In multivariate logistic regression analysis, corneal involvement (p<0.001) and ocular complications (p=0.011) had a significant association with visual impairment. Conclusion:Corneal involvement and ocular complications are less common in facial burns due to Bell's phenomenon and protective blink reflex. However, both factors had a significant influence on visual outcome contributing to visual prognosis. Early intervention and adequate management will lead to favorable visual outcome.

scholarly journals Diabetic Patients Knowledge and Practice Regarding Annual Visual Checking

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 23-27
Author(s):  
Maha Hussein Mukhaiseer
Keyword(s):  
Visual Impairment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Ocular Complications ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ocular Manifestations ◽  
Eye Examination ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
Sugar Levels ◽  
Dm Effect

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a significant cause of visual impairment; many diabetics do not have regular eye examinations, although it is known that early diagnosis and reduces the risk of blindness. There were many barriers that prevent diabetics from attending eye clinics. Objectives: To assess knowledge, and practice about ocular complications among diabetic patients and to determine barriers preventing the diabetic patients annual visual checking Methods: A cross-sectional study involving the interview was conducted among 300 diabetic patients attending out patient in Ibn Al Haitham Teaching Ophthalmology Hospital between November 2017 and June 2018. Results: The vast majority of patients (95%) believe that; diabetes could affect their eyes. 67% have their eyes checked up after being diagnosed with diabetes, of which only 33% they examined their eyes if vision got poor. Majority of patients believe that; controlling their blood sugar levels can help preserve their vision (84%).  72% of the total has good knowledge of DM effect on the eye. 55% of patients obtained their knowledge from the doctor and only 2% having obtained this knowledge from Television. Unfortunately only 3% of them check their vision annually 37 % they don’t know treatments available for diabetic retinopathy. Conclusion: Diabetic patients’ knowledge of ocular manifestations and the practice of diabetic patients towards eye examination were low, thus required to improve practice towards eye care to prevent visual impairment.  

Headache as a presenting symptom of glioma: A cross-sectional study

Cephalalgia ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
pp. 730-735 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marco Russo ◽  
Veronica Villani ◽  
Arens Taga ◽  
Antonio Genovese ◽  
Irene Terrenato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Brain Tumour ◽  
Clinical Features ◽  
Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Potential Risk Factors

Objective The objective of this study was to analyse the prevalence and the clinical features of headache as a presenting symptom of glioma. Methods We interviewed 527 consecutive adult patients with histologically confirmed glioma, admitted to the Regina Elena National Cancer Institute between 2010 and 2015. We defined four headache phenotypes: Tension-type-like headache (TTH), migraine-like headache, worsening of a pre-existing headache (WPH) and classic brain tumour headache (BTH). Logistic regression analysis was carried out to investigate potential risk factors for headache at presentation of glioma. Results 12.5% (n = 66) of patients with glioma indicated headache as a presenting symptom of their disease. Of these, 31 patients (47%) had TTH, while BTH and WPH were reported by 28 (42%) and seven (11%) patients, respectively. We did not find any case of migraine-like headache. Infratentorial ( p = 0.038) and right-sided tumours ( p = 0.013) were more frequently associated with the presence of headache at onset. Patients with TTH were older than patients with BTH and WPH ( p = 0.035). BTH was less frequently associated with other neurological signs ( p < 0.0001). The multivariate logistic regression analysis showed the localization of the brain tumour in the left hemisphere to be a protective factor for the development of headache. Conclusions Our study includes a very large series of patients with glioma, providing a description of headache phenotype at first presentation of disease and investigating possible factors that may influence the clinical features of headache.

Analisis Faktor Determinan yang berhubungan dengan Kepatuhan Rekomendasi Modifikasi Gaya Hidup Pasien Hipertensi

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 256-263
Author(s):  
Abdul Qodir
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Lifestyle Modifications ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hypertensive Patients ◽  
Consecutive Sampling ◽  
Knowledge Practice

Penatalaksanaan farmakologis dan non farmakologis dipercaya dapat mengontrol tekanan darah dan mencegah komplikasi, tetapi banyak pasien hipertensi tekanan darahnya tidak terkontrol. Hal tersebut dikarenakan kepatuhan yang buruk dalam melaksanakan rekomendasi gaya hidup. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis determinan faktor yang berhungan dengan kepatuhan melaksanakan rekomendasi modifikasi gaya hidup. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode cross-sectional di pukesmas dinoyo Kota Malang tahun 2019. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan Consecutive Sampling. Kuesioner yang digunakan meliputi : karakteristik demografi, pengetahuan dan rekomendasi mofifikasi gaya hidup pasien hipertensi. Hubungan antara rekomendasi modifikasi gaya hidup dengan variabel independen dianalisis menggunakan uji chi square dan analisis regresi logistik. 140 pasien hipertensi berpartisipasi dalam penelitian ini (60 laki-laki, 80 wanita). Prevalensi kepatuhan adalah 28,6 %. Tingkat pengetahuan berhubungan signifikan  dengan kepatuhan melaksanakan rekomendasi gaya hidup (p=0,00). Jenis kelamin, usia, dan tingkat pendidikan tidak mempunyai hubungan signifikan dengan kepatuhan rekomendasi modifikasi gaya hidup (p= 0,06; p=0,21; p=0,87). Pengetahuan mempunyai hubungan yang signifikan dengan kepatuhan rekomendasi modifikasi gaya hidup. Management of pharmacological and non-pharmacological is believed to control blood pressure and prevent complications,  but many hypertensive patients have uncontrolled blood pressure. This is due to poor adherence to recommended lifestyle modifications. This study was aimed to determine the factors associated with adherence to recommended lifestyle modifications of hypertensive patients. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Pukesmas Dinoyo Malang in 2019. Consecutive Sampling was used to select study subjects. The questionnaire included information about demographic characteristics, knowledge, practice of lifestyle-modification measures. Associations between adherence to lifestyle modification and independent variables were analyzed using chi square and multivariate logistic regression analysis. 140 hypertensive patients participated in the study (60 men, 80 women). The prevalence of adherence was 28.6%. The level of knowledge was significant associated with adherence to recommended lifestyle modifications (p = 0.00). Genders , age, and educational level were no significant associated with to recommended lifestyle modifications (p= 0.06; p=0.21; p=0.87). Knowledge was significant associated with adherence to recommended lifestyle modifications of hypertensive patients.

CLINICAL FEATURES AND COAGULATION ABNORMALITIES IN CHILDREN WITH SEPSIS AT DANANG HOSPITAL FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

2018 ◽  
pp. 97-103
Author(s):  
Huu Hoi Vo ◽  
Binh Bao Son Bui
Keyword(s):  
Septic Shock ◽  
Clinical Features ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Severe Thrombocytopenia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hematologic Tests ◽  
Coagulation Abnormalities ◽  
Women And Children ◽  
Key Words Coagulation ◽  
Coagulation Dysfunction

Objective: To determine the relationship between coagulation abnormalities and main clinical features, and hematologic tests. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in 65 children with sepsis at the PICU, Da Nang Hospital for Women and Children from April 2012 to June 2013. Results: The frequency of internal hemorrhage in septic shock children was significantly higher than in children with sepsis (p < 0.001). The rate of thrombocytopenia was 30.8%, in which 10.8% of the children had severe thrombocytopenia (<50 x 109/l). Hypofibrinogenemia was observed in 30.8% of the patients, in which severe hypofibrinogenemia (≤ 1 g/l) was observed in 16.9% of the children. The frequency of reduced prothrombin ratio was 40%, in which 23.1% of the patients had prothrombin ratio < 50%. 35.4% of the patients had rAPTT > 1.15. Positive D-dimer and DIC were observed in 53.8% and 20% of the patients, respectively. Hemostatic changes showed the significant relationship with hemorrhage and the mortality of sepsis. Conclusion: Children with sepsis, especially septic shock were at high risk of coagulation dysfunction and coagulation abnormalities showed the correlation with hemorrhage and the mortality of sepsis. Key words: coagulation abnormalities, sepsis, children

A focus on postpartum depression among Jordanian mothers

2021 ◽  
pp. 002076402110001
Author(s):  
Esra’ O Taybeh
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Marital Conflict ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancies

Background: The magnitude of postpartum depression in Jordan is under documented, and little is known about its potential sociodemographic and clinical correlates. Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore the prevalence and risk factors associated with postpartum depression among Jordanian mothers in the first 18 months after delivery. Method: This descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out from April to June 2020 in Jordan. A web-based survey was used for recruiting eligible participants. An Arabic version of the validated self-administered Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale questionnaire was used to measure postpartum depression with a cut-off score of ⩾12 which indicates probable depression. Results: A total of 1,071 Jordanian women participated in the study. Of those, 567 women had postpartum depression (52.9%). Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that postpartum depression was significantly associated with marital conflict (OR: 4.91; 95% CI: 2.36–10.20), negative attitude from the pregnancy (OR: 0.67; 95% CI: 0.45–0.99), unplanned pregnancies (OR: 1.73; 95% CI: 1.16–2.60), lack of social support (OR: 1.93; 95% CI: 1.12–3.32), time from last delivery (OR: 0.99; 95% CI: 0.98–1.00), insomnia (OR: 0.53; 95% CI: 0.35–0.82), and depression during the pregnancy (OR: 0.51; 95% CI: 0.33–0.78). Most of the participants (65.7%) sought social support to avoid, reduce, or treat postpartum depression. Conclusions: Postpartum depression among Jordanian women was the highest in comparison to that of women in other countries in the region. Therefore, screening for the presence of depressive symptoms should be implemented during regular pregnancy care visits. Social support should be encouraged in order to avoid, reduce, or treat postpartum depression.

scholarly journals Association of breastfeeding and risk of metabolic syndrome and its components in postmenopausal parous women: Korea national health and nutrition examination survey (2010 ~ 2016)

2021 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jusuk Lee ◽  
Taehong Kim
Keyword(s):  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Laboratory Data ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Korean Women ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Study Participants

Abstract Background Understanding the relationship between breastfeeding (BF) and metabolic syndrome (Mets) is important for maternal long-term health benefits and disease prevention. This study aimed to examine the association between BF and Mets and its components among postmenopausal parous Korean women. Methods This cross-sectional study on 10,356 Korean women used nationally representative data from the KNHANES from 2010 to 2016. Anthropometric, laboratory data and manual BP were measured. A multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted to examine the association of BF with Mets and its components after adjusting for potential confounding variables. A p-value < 0.05 was to be considered statistically significant. Results Mets was present in 42% of the study participants. The BF group had low household income and education level. The prevalence of Mets in the BF group was higher than that in the non-BF group (42.69% vs. 34.76%, p <  0.001). BF was associated with increased risk of Mets (odds ratio [OR]: 1.4, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.18–1.65, p <  0.001). The BF group was at higher risks for diabetes (OR: 1.5, 95%CI: 1.14–1.98), hypertension (OR: 1.32, 95%CI: 1.03–1.68), hypertriglyceridemia (OR: 1.42, 95%CI: 1.02–1.99) and low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (OR: 1.32, 95%CI: 1.06–1.65). Conclusion In this study, BF did not affect decreasing the prevalence of Mets and its components.

scholarly journals Knowledge of breast cancer among medical students in Syrian Private University, Syria: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hlma Ismail ◽  
Mosa Shibani ◽  
Hanaa Wael Zahrawi ◽  
Ali Fouad Slitin ◽  
Mhd Amin Alzabibi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Clinical Features ◽  
Smoking Status ◽  
Private University ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
General Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women and the second leading cause of cancer death globally. Since early diagnosis is crucial to reducing mortality, high levels of knowledge regarding general information, risk factors, and symptoms are required among healthcare professionals to deliver breast cancer care. This study aimed to determine Syrian medical students’ knowledge about breast cancer in the fields of general knowledge, common clinical features, and risk factors. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Syrian Private University in October 2019 (Breast Cancer Awareness Month), Damascus, during the Syrian war crisis. Data were collected through self-administered surveys and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 25.0 (SPSS Inc., United States). The chi-square test was applied to assess the relationship between the level of knowledge and gender. One way analysis of variance was performed to assess the overall differences in mean knowledge score by study year, GPA, mother’s education, and source of information. Unpaired Student’s T-test was used to analyze the differences in mean knowledge scores (continuous variable) based on smoking status and alcohol consumption. Results Of 320 students, 301 completed the questionnaire (response rate = 94.0%), of which 179(59.5%) were males. The study revealed above-average knowledge scores (total mean = 68.4%) regarding breast cancer, general information (71.9%), common clinical features (71.6%), and risk factors (71.6%). Clinical students (4th, 5th, and 6th years) scored higher compared with pre-clinical students (1st, 2nd, and 3rd years). Conclusion This study showed above-average knowledge scores regarding breast cancer. More efforts to correct misinformation, through reassessing the university curriculum and promoting awareness about breast cancer are required.

Prevalence and factors associated with smoking among Tunisian secondary school-adolescents

2020 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Houda Ben Ayed ◽  
Sourour Yaich ◽  
Mariem Ben Hmida ◽  
Maissa Ben Jemaa ◽  
Maroua Trigui ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Smoking Behavior ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Current Smoking ◽  
Part Time ◽  
High Stress Level

AbstractObjectivesThis study aimed to estimate the extent of smoking experience among high and middle school adolescents in Southern Tunisia and to delineate its potential associated factors.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study among middle and high school-adolescents in the governorate of Sfax, South of Tunisia in the 2017–2018 school-years. A questionnaire was anonymously administered to a representative sample of 1,210 school-adolescents randomly drawn.ResultsThe mean age of the school-adolescents was 15.6 ± 4.2 years. The prevalence of lifetime smoking was 16.7% (95% CI=[14.7–18.8%]) (boys 32.6%; girls 5.9%;p<0.001). Among the respondents, 13.9% (95% CI=[11.9–15.8%]) were current smokers. In multivariate logistic regression analysis, independent associated factors of current smoking were male gender (Adjusted (AOR)=10.2; p<0.001), 16–17 and 18–19-year age-groups (AOR=2; p=0.005 and AOR=2.6; p=0.001, respectively), below average academic performance (AOR=5.2; p=0.012), divorced parents (AOR=3.9; p=0.007), family monthly income ≥800 dollars (AOR=2.1; p=0.001), having a part time job (AOR=3.9; p<0.001) and a perceived high stress level (AOR=1.98; p=0.008). Secondhand smoke (AOR=1.8; p=0.011) and concomitant alcohol drink (AOR=14.56; p<0.001) were independent predictors of current smoking, while high education level of the father was independently associated with lower prevalence of current smoking (AOR=0.17; p<0.001).ConclusionThe prevalence of lifetime and current smoking were relatively high in Southern Tunisian middle and high schools. Multilevel influences on youth smoking behavior had been identified, which reflected the need to conceive appropriate school interventions and effective antismoking education program.

scholarly journals Diagnostic accuracy of symptoms as a diagnostic tool for SARS-CoV 2 infection: a cross-sectional study in a cohort of 2,173 patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos Alfonso Romero-Gameros ◽  
Tania Colin-Martínez ◽  
Salomón Waizel-Haiat ◽  
Guadalupe Vargas-Ortega ◽  
Eduardo Ferat-Osorio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diagnostic Accuracy ◽  
Diagnostic Tool ◽  
Clinical Decision Making ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Health ◽  
Likelihood Ratios ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Organization

Abstract Background The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic continues to be a priority health problem; According to the World Health Organization data from October 13, 2020, 37,704,153 confirmed COVID-19 cases have been reported, including 1,079,029 deaths, since the outbreak. The identification of potential symptoms has been reported to be a useful tool for clinical decision-making in emergency departments to avoid overload and improve the quality of care. The aim of this study was to evaluate the performances of symptoms as a diagnostic tool for SARS -CoV-2 infection. Methods An observational, cross-sectional, prospective and analytical study was carried out, during the period of time from April 14 to July 21, 2020. Data (demographic variables, medical history, respiratory and non-respiratory symptoms) were collected by emergency physicians. The diagnosis of COVID-19 was made using SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR. The diagnostic accuracy of these characteristics for COVID-19 was evaluated by calculating the positive and negative likelihood ratios. A Mantel-Haenszel and multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the association of symptoms with COVID-19. Results A prevalence of 53.72% of SARS-CoV-2 infection was observed. The symptom with the highest sensitivity was cough 71%, and a specificity of 52.68%. The symptomatological scale, constructed from 6 symptoms, obtained a sensitivity of 83.45% and a specificity of 32.86%, taking ≥2 symptoms as a cut-off point. The symptoms with the greatest association with SARS-CoV-2 were: anosmia odds ratio (OR) 3.2 (95% CI; 2.52–4.17), fever OR 2.98 (95% CI; 2.47–3.58), dyspnea OR 2.9 (95% CI; 2.39–3.51]) and cough OR 2.73 (95% CI: 2.27–3.28). Conclusion The combination of ≥2 symptoms / signs (fever, cough, anosmia, dyspnea and oxygen saturation < 93%, and headache) results in a highly sensitivity model for a quick and accurate diagnosis of COVID-19, and should be used in the absence of ancillary diagnostic studies. Symptomatology, alone and in combination, may be an appropriate strategy to use in the emergency department to guide the behaviors to respond to the disease. Trial registration Institutional registration R-2020-3601-145, Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks 17 CI-09-015-034, National Bioethics Commission: 09 CEI-023-2017082.

scholarly journals Characterization of depressive syndrome in schizophrenic outpatients

2002 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Flávio Soares de Araújo ◽  
Kátia Petribú ◽  
Othon Bastos
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Features ◽  
Clinical Picture ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Depressive Syndrome ◽  
Psychosocial Stressors ◽  
First Episode ◽  
Psychotic Episode ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dsm Iv

OBJECTIVE: The authors carried out a cross-sectional study with the aim of characterizing and describing depressive pictures in schizophrenic patients seen at the Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic of the Federal University of Pernambuco (HC-UFPE). The patients had the diagnosis of schizophrenia confirmed on the basis of the operating criteria of the DSM-IV. METHODS: Those who where in the period of stabilization of the clinical picture were selected for the study defined according the following criteria:the last psychotic episode must be happened two months before at least, and during this period the alterations of the antipsychotics doses had been lower than 5 mg of haloperidol or equivalent doses of others neuroleptics. A total of one hundred and four patients took part. Following the identification of the depressive symptoms using the Calgary Depression Scale for Schizophrenia (CDSS), thirty-one patients (29.8%) fulfilled the diagnostic criteria described in the DSM-IV. Of these, 22.1% had the diagnosis of major depression and 7.7% of minor depression according the DSM-IV. Two groups were constituted: Group A, schizophrenics with a depressive syndrome, and Group B, schizophrenics without such a syndrome. An assessment was made of the distribution of the symptoms of the CDSS scores in both groups, the sociodemographic, clinical and therapeutic variables in relation to the frequency of the depressive syndrome, and the patients clinical course. For the investigation of certain clinical features, the following tools were used: problem list (psychosocial stressors) contained in axis IV of the DSM-IV intended to detect the presence of factors triggering the initial episode of schizophrenia and the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF -- Axis V -- DSM-IV) to characterize the current functioning of the patients. CONCLUSIONS: The results obtained allowed the authors to draw the following conclusions: all the items that comprise the Brazilian version of the CDSS were statistically significant in characterizing the depressive syndrome; a comparison of the sociodemographic and therapeutic variables revealed no statistically significant differences between the two groups, and this was also the case with the majority of the clinical features. Statistically significant differences, however, were found in relation to the greater frequency of life events (psychosocial stressors) in triggering the first episode of schizophrenia and the higher incidence of affective disorders antecedents in family members (first and second degree) among the depressed patients. The mean duration of the depressive syndrome during follow-up of the patients was 5.30 months. The patients in whom there was a recurrence of the psychotic episode presented a delusional-hallucinatory clinical picture. This study seeks to contribute to the inclusion of the Postpsychotic Depressive Disorder (PSD) of Schizophrenia (DSM-IV), in the group of Schizophrenic Disorders.

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