Article
Urology & Nephrology
Deborah L. Jacobson, Lauren C. Balmert, Jane L. Holl, Ilina Rosoklija, Matthew M. Davis, Emilie K. Johnson
Summary: Access to neonatal circumcision has become increasingly limited despite its benefits, as evidenced by a study analyzing national trends over time. The prevalence of neonatal circumcision decreased significantly in the years following the 2012 recommendation, with variations by region, race and socioeconomic status. Boys with public insurance had lower circumcision rates, potentially indicating a lack of access for this population.
JOURNAL OF UROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Pau Sarrio-Sanz, Laura Martinez-Cayuelas, Vicente Francisco Gil-Guillen, Jose Antonio Quesada, Luis Gomez-Perez
Summary: This study analyzed bladder cancer mortality trends in Spain from 1999 to 2018. The mortality rate for men decreased in all age groups, while for women, it only decreased in the age group of 75 years and older. Men had a greater impact on years of potential life lost. Despite a decline in mortality rate, bladder cancer continues to have a significant impact on years of potential life lost.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
L. Max Laban-Seminario, Rodrigo M. Carrillo-Larco, Antonio Bernabe-Ortiz
Summary: In Peru, the length of hospital stay and in-hospital mortality rate are important indicators of stroke care. This study found that hemorrhagic strokes had longer hospital stays and higher mortality risks compared to ischemic strokes. The findings of this study align with previous research conducted in Peru and other countries, highlighting the need for improvement in stroke care in Peru.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sun Young Lee, Young Sun Ro, Sang Do Shin, Sungwoo Moon
Summary: Cancer patients increasingly visit the emergency department due to cancer symptoms and treatment complications. The incidence rate of cancer-related ED visits is rising annually, with a significant portion resulting in hospitalization and higher mortality rates.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kathleen M. Decker, Pascal Lambert, Jen Bravo, Alain Demers, Harminder Singh
Summary: This study analyzed colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence rates in Canada from 1992 to 2016 and found variations by age group and income quintile. The results indicate a noticeable increase in CRC incidence rates among younger individuals, particularly in the lower income quintiles. Targeted interventions and further research are needed to address this issue.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Bibha Dhungel, Anushka Thapa, Noelia Lucia Martinez-Rives, Kuniyasu Takagi, Pilar Martin, Koji Wada, Stuart Gilmour
Summary: Since the early 1990s, suicide rates among adolescents in Japan have been increasing. Several cultural factors, such as the notoriety of internet suicide and detergent suicide, could have influenced the rise in suicide among adolescents. There is an urgent need to address hanging and gas suicides among high school and university-aged adolescents.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Yuluan Zhao, Yinggang Jiang, Zhongfa Zhou, Zhimou Yang
Summary: This study bibliometrically analyzed karst-related studies from 1990 to 2016, revealing an increase in the number of documents, authors, research institutes, participant countries, and English references. Geology, water resources, and ecology were leading categories in karst-related studies, with environmental earth science having the highest number of papers. The study used spatiotemporal, international collaboration, yields, and GDP characteristics to determine global trends in karst-related studies and future research directions.
ALEXANDRIA ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Md Ismail Tareque
Summary: Examining the trends in health expectancy at age 60 in Bangladesh from 1996 to 2016, this study found a declining trend in disability rates and improvements in the health of older adults. The findings suggest the importance of prioritizing the issues of older adults, such as disability, care needs, retirement age, and health. Utilizing health expectancy research is recommended for policy changes.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohammad Abolhosseini, Zahra Khorrami, Sare Safi, Mohammad Esmaeil Akbari, Seyed Mohamadmehdi Moshtaghion, Seyed Farzad Mohammadi, Mozhgan Rezaei Kanavi, Saeed Karimi
Summary: An investigation into the secular trends of ocular cancer registration in Iran revealed that between 2004 and 2016, there was a significant increase in the age-standardised incidence rates (ASIR) of ocular cancers in males, those aged over 50, skin/canthus/adnexal cancers, and carcinomas/adenocarcinomas. However, a declining trend was observed in all these variables between 2009 and 2016. The ASIR of retinoblastoma showed a significant increase over the whole period. Age-period-cohort analyses demonstrated a significant increase in incidence rates of ocular cancers with aging, time periods, and birth cohort effects.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Naydeen Mostafa, Ahmed Sayed, Omar Rashad, Omar Baqal
Summary: This study assessed malnutrition mortality trends in older adults in the U.S. from 1999 to 2020, finding that while there was a decline in mortality rates from 1999 to 2006, there was a significant increase from 2013 to 2020. Certain demographics, such as those aged >= 85 years, females, Non-Hispanic Whites, residents in the West region, and urban areas, experienced the highest increases in mortality rates. Effective interventions, including stronger government-funded programs and social support systems, are needed to address this issue.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tao Wang, Yun Ping Zhou, Yun Sun, Yu Xin Zheng
Summary: This study using a nationally representative sample found a general decline in blood lead levels among the U.S. population from 1999 to 2016, with the highest levels observed in childhood.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Hematology
Marco Zuin, Behnood Bikdeli, Julia Davies, Darsiya Krishnathasan, Gianluca Rigatelli, Loris Roncon, Claudio Bilato, Gregory Piazza
Summary: The mortality rate related to high-risk PE in the US has increased over the past 21 years, with more pronounced increases in males, Black Americans, and residents of rural areas. Further research is needed to understand the underlying causes of these trends and implement appropriate corrective strategies.
THROMBOSIS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Isabella R. Pompa, Anushka Ghosh, Shamik Bhat, Siri Ragala, Anita Nwiloh, Nabeel Rasheed, Fumiko Chino, Henning Willers, Saveli Goldberg, Sophia C. Kamran
Summary: Despite overall decreasing cancer mortality rates among Hispanic individuals over the past two decades, there has been an increase in liver cancer deaths among Hispanic men and women, as well as pancreatic and uterine cancer deaths among Hispanic women from 1999 to 2020. Disparities in cancer-specific mortality rates were also observed among different age groups and US regions. These findings highlight the need for sustainable solutions to address these trends among the Hispanic population.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Selena Zhou, Natalia Egorova, Gil Moskowitz, Gennaro Giustino, Gorav Ailawadi, Michael A. Acker, Marc Gillinov, Alan Moskowitz, Annetine Gelijns
Summary: The trend of mitral valve interventions from 2000 to 2016 showed a decrease in mitral valve replacement procedures, an increase in mitral valve repair and MitraClip procedures, with overall improved outcomes despite an increasingly sicker population. Length of stay decreased for all interventions, while comorbidities burden increased. In-hospital mortality also decreased for all interventions, most significantly for MitraClip recipients.
JOURNAL OF THORACIC AND CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daisuke Nakamura, Hiroki Kinoshita, Kazuo Asada, Takuma Arimitsu, Mikinobu Yasumatsu, Takayuki Ishiwata
Summary: This study investigated the number of ambulance dispatches related to heat illness (ADRHI) in different regions and months in Japan. The findings revealed a significant relationship between ADRHI and temperature, with different temperature thresholds observed across months and regions. Therefore, it suggests that the heat hazard classification in Japan should be adjusted according to region and month.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jeff Huarcaya-Victoria, David Villarreal-Zegarra, Angela Podesta, Maria Alejandra Luna-Cuadros
Summary: This study analyzed the psychometric properties of the Spanish-translated version of the Fear of COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19S) using a sample of population in Peru. The results showed that the translated version has good measurement properties and validity, and it is correlated with depressive, anxious, and posttraumatic stress symptoms.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION
(2022)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rodrigo M. Carrillo-Larco, Cecilia Anza-Ramirez, Giancarlo Saal-Zapata, David Villarreal-Zegarra, Jessica Hanae Zafra-Tanaka, Cesar Ugarte-Gil, Antonio Bernabe-Ortiz
Summary: This study found that T2DM is associated with antibiotic-resistant urinary tract and respiratory infections. The evidence for other infection sites is less conclusive but points to the same conclusion.
JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
David Villarreal-Zegarra, Roberto Torres-Puente, Sharlyn Otazu-Alfaro, Ali Al-kassab-Cordova, Jorge Rey de Castro, Edward Mezones-Holguin
Summary: This study evaluated the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of Jenkins Sleep Scale with 4 items (JSS-4) among nurses and physicians in the Peruvian health system. The results showed that the JSS-4 had adequate fit indices and reliability estimates, and it was correlated with other variables.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Psychiatry
David Villarreal-Zegarra, Christoper A. Alarcon-Ruiz, G. J. Melendez-Torres, Roberto Torres-Puente, Alba Navarro-Flores, Victoria Cavero, Juan Ambrosio-Melgarejo, Jefferson Rojas-Vargas, Guillermo Almeida, Leonardo Albitres-Flores, Alejandra B. Romero-Cabrera, Jeff Huarcaya-Victoria
Summary: This study aimed to determine the evidence for the effectiveness of synchronous digital mental health interventions and develop a framework to explain how these interventions work for individuals with mental health problems. The findings suggest that these interventions overcome geographic barriers, reduce costs, and can be delivered by nonspecialists, providing increased privacy, comfort, and participation.
JMIR MENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Martha R. Lucero-Perez, Iselle Sabastizagal, Jonh Astete-Cornejo, Miguel Angel Burgos, David Villarreal-Zegarra, Salvador Moncada
Summary: This study aimed to adapt and develop a simplified version of the COPSOQ-ISTAS21 questionnaire in the Peruvian context. Confirmatory factor analysis showed good fit indices for most of the models. Based on the highest factorial load and simplification principles, a shortened version with 31 items was designed. The results suggest that the CENSOPAS-COPSOQ is a valid and reliable tool recommended for identifying and preventing psychosocial risks in Peruvian workplaces.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jeff Huarcaya-Victoria, Beltran Villarreal-Rao, Matilde Luna, Wendoline Rojas-Mendoza, Christoper A. Alarcon-Ruiz, David Villarreal-Zegarra, Ana L. Vilela-Estrada, Samantha Ramirez
Summary: Clinical and nonclinical healthcare workers in Peru have experienced depression, anxiety, and stress during the COVID-19 pandemic. Factors such as previous mental health problems, job insecurity, COVID-19 symptoms, and fear of infecting family members contribute to the prevalence of these mental health issues.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
David Villarreal-Zegarra, C. Mahony Reategui-Rivera, Iselle Sabastizagal-Vela, Miguel Angel Burgos-Flores, Nieves Alejandra Cama-Ttito, Jaime Rosales-Rimache
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on mental health and working conditions. Workplaces provide a conducive environment for implementing strategies to promote mental health and effectively manage mental disorders. However, there is limited evidence available to evaluate national and local policies aimed at preventing or improving mental health problems in the workplace during the pandemic. Health intelligence teams are needed to assess the impact of policies and provide valuable information for decision-makers.
Article
Psychiatry
David Villarreal-Zegarra, Rubi Paredes-Angeles, Nikol Mayo-Puchoc, Ana L. Vilela-Estada, Anthony Copez-Lonzoy, Jeff Huarcaya-Victoria
Summary: The study proposes an explanatory model of depressive symptoms based on subjective psychological factors in hospitalized patients with COVID-19. Results show a high reliability of subjective psychological factors in predicting the presence of depressive symptoms.
Review
Psychiatry
Liliana Cruz-Ausejo, David Villarreal-Zegarra, C. Mahony Reategui-Rivera, Miguel Burgos, Ana L. Vilela-Estrada, Gabriel Castro, Hector Collantes, Anthony Copez-Lonzoy
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the quality of life of healthcare professionals, with factors such as depression, anxiety, and stress playing a significant role. On the other hand, social support, resilience, and active coping have been found to improve their quality of life.
REVISTA DE PSIQUIATRIA Y SALUD MENTAL
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
David Villarreal-Zegarra, C. Mahony Reategui-Rivera, Sharlyn Otazu-Alfaro, Gloria Yantas-Alcantara, Percy Soto-Becerra, G. J. Melendez-Torres
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the burden of mental disorders globally. Peru, one of the countries most affected by COVID-19, lacks studies evaluating the medium and long-term consequences of the pandemic on mental health. This study aimed to estimate the impact of the pandemic on the prevalence and treatment of depressive symptoms in Peru using nationally representative surveys.
SOCIAL PSYCHIATRY AND PSYCHIATRIC EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Jackeline Garcia-Serna, Guillermo Almeida-Huanca, Jeff Huarcaya-Victoria, Ana Lucia Vilela-Estrada, Jessica Hanae Zafra-Tanaka, David Villarreal-Zegarra
Summary: This study aims to investigate the training offered and the availability of professionals required by the Ministry of Health for mental health problems management in the community. The findings suggest the need for policy development to decentralize training, address the disparities in distribution and costs of programs, and increase the number and quality of mental health professionals.
HUMAN RESOURCES FOR HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
David Villarreal-Zegarra, Sharly Otazu-Alfaro, Piero Segovia-Bacilio, Jackeline Garcia-Serna, C. Mahony Reategui-Rivera, G. J. Melendez-Torres
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Alejandro Dominguez-Rodriguez, David Villarreal-Zegarra, Sofia Malaquias-Obregon, Paulina Erika Herdoiza-Arroyo, Joel Omar Gonzalez-Cantero, Sarah Margarita Chavez-Valdez, Roberto Rafael Cruz-Martinez
Summary: Human actions have influenced climate change and caused negative impacts on communities and individual health. Despite the development of assessment tools, evidence on the impact of climate change on mental health is still limited. This scoping review aims to describe existing instruments in this area.
Article
Psychiatry
David Villarreal-Zegarra, Piero Segovia-Bacilio, Rubi Paredes-Angeles, Ana Lucia Vilela-Estrada, Victoria Cavero, Francisco Diez-Canseco
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in reduced provision of mental health services in several countries while the demand increased. This study aimed to assess the variations in users served, health appointments, and care activities at 58 community mental health centers in Peru from March 2019 to October 2021. The study found a decrease in users served and health appointments in March 2020 following the implementation of closure measures, but an upward trend during the pandemic. It was concluded that the Peruvian system was able to regain care capacity after approximately one year. Rating: 9 out of 10.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ali Al-kassab-Cordova, David Villarreal-Zegarra, Guido Bendezu-Quispe, Pamela Robles-Valcarcel, Percy Herrera-Anazco, Vicente A. Benites-Zapata
Summary: This study evaluates the factors associated with food insecurity among Venezuelan migrants residing in Peru and assesses the psychometric properties of the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES). The results show that four out of ten Venezuelan migrants in Peru experience moderate to severe food insecurity. Food insecurity is associated with sociodemographic, health, and migratory factors. Therefore, inter-sectoral and multi-sectoral interventions are needed to address the determinants of food insecurity.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2023)