Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Melaku Desta, Temesgen Getaneh, Bewuket Yeserah, Yichalem Worku, Tewodros Eshete, Molla Yigzaw Birhanu, Getachew Mullu Kassa, Fentahun Adane, Yordanos Gizachew Yeshitila
Summary: This study found that the cervical cancer screening rate among eligible women in Ethiopia was much lower than the WHO recommendations, with only one in seven women utilizing the screening. There were significant variations in screening rates based on geographical regions and characteristics of women. Factors such as educational status, knowledge towards cervical cancer screening, perceived susceptibility and severity of cancer, and history of STIs were found to significantly increase the uptake of screening practice.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Andrea C. Des Marais, Noel T. Brewer, Suzanne Knight, Jennifer S. Smith
Summary: Cervical cancer is highly preventable, but still causes over 4,000 deaths annually in the United States. Cost is the biggest barrier to screening, although novel interventions like HPV self-collection can reduce some barriers. Comprehensive interventions that address multiple barriers may be most effective in preventing cervical cancer among high-risk women.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Laura B. Beidler, Nancy R. Kressin, Jolie B. Wormwood, Tracy A. Battaglia, Priscilla J. Slanetz, Christine M. Gunn
Summary: Breast density is an independent risk factor for breast cancer, but there is little understanding of how women perceive the relative breast cancer risk associated with it. This study investigated women's perception of breast density compared to other breast cancer risks and explored their understanding of risk reduction through telephone surveys and interviews.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Trine Allerslev Horsbol, Susan Ishy Michelsen, Tina Harmer Lassen, Knud Juel, Janne Bigaard, Christina Engel Hoei-Hansen, Ilse Vejborg, Lau Caspar Thygesen
Summary: This study examined participation in the Danish national breast cancer screening program among women with intellectual disability (ID) and found that women with ID were significantly less likely to participate compared with women without ID. The findings suggest a need for tailored guidelines and approaches for breast cancer screening in this group of women.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Samuel Yohannes Ayanto, Tefera Belachew, Muluemebet Abera Wordofa
Summary: This study aimed to identify contextual predictors of cervical cancer screening utilization among eligible women. The findings showed that urban residence, being in marital union, membership in women development army, knowledge of screening location, use of maternal health care in the previous year, and knowledge on cervical cancer and its screening were predictors of screening utilization. Therefore, improving women's knowledge on cervical cancer, promoting maternal health care use, disseminating health information through women's groups, and considering the positive effects of urban residence among rural women are important for improving screening utilization.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Amy A. Kirkham, Katarzyna J. Jerzak
Summary: Breast cancer survivors represent an increasing segment of the female population in Canada, with an overall prevalence of 2%. The decrease in breast cancer mortality has led to a higher number of survivorship care requirements.
JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL COMPREHENSIVE CANCER NETWORK
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Madleen Orumaa, Kaire Innos, Maria Suurna, Piret Veerus
Summary: Despite the national cervical cancer screening programme in Estonia, the incidence of cervical cancer remains high. This study showed that women with cervical cancer had undergone multiple screening tests in the 10 years prior to diagnosis. Alarmingly, a significant proportion of cytology tests conducted less than 5 years before diagnosis did not report any abnormalities.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Alemayehu Sayih Belay, Wondwossen Niguse Asmare, Aychew Kassie
Summary: This study aimed to assess cervical cancer screening utilization and its predictors among women in Bench Sheko Zone, Southwest Ethiopia. The study found that age between 40-49 years, partner educational status of certificate and above, first sexual intercourse before eighteen years, ever used of alcohol, good knowledge, favorable attitude, and high perceived benefit were strongly associated with cervical cancer screening utilization.
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Oncology
Lizeth I. Tamayo, Fabian Perez, Angelica Perez, Miriam Hernandez, Alejandra Martinez, Xiaosong Huang, Valentina A. Zavala, Elad Ziv, Susan L. Neuhausen, Luis G. Carvajal-Carmona, Ysabel Duron, Laura Fejerman
Summary: Breast cancer is a major concern among Hispanic/Latina women in the U.S. Genetic counseling has been shown to be effective in informing women about their cancer risk, but Hispanic/Latina women are less likely to undergo genetic testing. In an effort to improve awareness and access to resources, a program was developed to educate monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals in California about hereditary breast cancer. The program successfully identified women in need of genetic counseling and highlighted the need for additional support in the Hispanic/Latina community.
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Itunu O. Sokale, Jane R. Montealegre, Abiodun O. Oluyomi, Aaron P. Thrift
Summary: This study examined recent trends and racial/ethnic differences in predictors of cervical cancer screening (CCS) uptake among US women. The findings showed little change in screening rates over the 5-year interval and disparities among racial minority women. Age and racial/ethnic disparities persist in CCS, but routine health examinations were positively associated with screening regardless of race/ethnicity.
CANCER EPIDEMIOLOGY BIOMARKERS & PREVENTION
(2023)
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Oncology
Eric A. Miller, Paul F. Pinsky
Summary: The study found that women with diabetes have lower concordance in cervical cancer screening compared to those without diabetes, and this difference is primarily attributed to disparities in sociodemographic characteristics and access to healthcare.
CANCER CAUSES & CONTROL
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Lindsay M. Kuroki, L. Stewart Massad, Candice Woolfolk, Tess Thompson, Amy McQueen, Matthew W. Kreuter
Summary: Many low-income women seeking assistance with basic needs lack cervical cancer screening. Health navigators significantly increase the likelihood of women contacting Papanicolaou test services, but most callers still do not schedule testing despite assistance from navigators.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
H. Salehiniya, Z. Momenimovahed, L. Allahqoli, S. Momenimovahed, I Alkatout
Summary: Cervical cancer is largely preventable, but there are various barriers to screening in Asian countries, including sociodemographic factors, awareness, attitudes and beliefs. Improving the efficacy of screening programs requires educational interventions, professional cooperation, and other measures.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jingwen Zhang, Julia E. McGuinness, Xin He, Tarsha Jones, Thomas Silverman, Ashlee Guzman, Benjamin L. May, Rita Kukafka, Katherine D. Crew
Summary: According to a retrospective cohort study, the majority of women continue to undergo annual mammography screening despite only a minority meeting high-risk criteria, with Hispanic women being more likely to screen annually than non-Hispanic Whites.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Annie M. Wu, Alan R. Morse, William H. Seiple, Nidhi Talwar, Sean O. Hansen, Paul P. Lee, Joshua D. Stein
Summary: A recent study in the United States found that women with visual impairment were less likely to undergo breast cancer screening. Clinicians should look for ways to ensure that visually impaired patients receive recommended screenings.
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Environmental Sciences
Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, Jose M. De-Miguel-Yanes, Javier De-Miguel-Diez, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Jose L. Del-Barrio, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with diabetes undergoing cardiac procedures in Spain. Comparing 2019 and 2020, a decrease in the number of cardiac procedures was observed in 2020. In-hospital mortality rates were higher for all procedures in 2020. Female sex and comorbidity were identified as risk factors for in-hospital mortality among patients with diabetes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Roberto Cano-de-la-Cuerda, Carmen Jimenez-Antona, Alberto Melian-Ortiz, Alberto Molero-Sanchez, Angel Gil-de Miguel, Angel Lizcano-Alvarez, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, David Varillas-Delgado, Sofia Laguarta-Val
Summary: This study aimed to investigate how a free mobile application assesses aerobic capacity and endurance in post-COVID-19 syndrome patients, and its relationship with conventional test results, fatigue, and health-related quality of life. The results showed that the application had a good correlation with the conventional test in assessing aerobic capacity, but poor test-retest reliability.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Victor Gomez-Mayordomo, Fernando Alonso-Frech, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia
Summary: The incidence of hospitalizations for Parkinson's disease in Spain has steadily increased from 1997 to 2012. However, data on the trends from 2010 to 2019 are lacking. This study used the Spanish National Hospital Discharge Database to analyze hospital admission rates and mortality for Parkinson's disease from 2010 to 2019. The study found that hospitalizations for Parkinson's disease increased over time, with a higher incidence among males and older age groups. The study also identified factors associated with mortality in Parkinson's disease patients. Adjusted mortality rates remained stable, indicating the need for better management and care for Parkinson's disease.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Julio Plaza-Diaz, Francisco Javier Ruiz-Ojeda, Javier Morales, Rafael Martin-Masot, Eric Climent, Angela Silva, Juan F. Martinez-Blanch, Maria Enrique, Marta Tortajada, Daniel Ramon, Beatriz Alvarez, Empar Chenoll, Angel Gil
Summary: The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding on demand until at least the sixth month of life. Breast milk or infant formula is the infant's primary food source until the age of one year, followed by the gradual introduction of other foods. This study aimed to determine whether a novel starting formula provides gut microbiota compositions more similar to those of breastfed infants from 6 to 12 months of age compared to a standard formula.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Javier de Miguel-Diez, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Valentin Hernández-Barrera, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Ricardo Omana-Palanco, Francisco Javier Gonzalez-Barcala, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales
Summary: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and effects of dementia on hospital outcomes among patients hospitalized with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AE-COPD) in Spain from 2011 to 2020. The study found that the prevalence of any type of dementia remained stable from 2011 to 2015, but increased significantly from 2016 to 2020. The in-hospital mortality (IHM) among patients with dementia remained stable until 2020, when it increased significantly, possibly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Women had a lower risk of dying in the hospital compared to men in all subgroups.
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Carlos Llamas-Saez, Teresa Saez-Vaquero, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales, Napoleon Perez-Farinos, Julia Warnberg
Summary: This study aimed to assess the time trend in the prevalence of physical activity among people with diabetes from 2014 to 2020, identify gender differences and factors associated with physical activity, and compare physical activity levels between people with and without diabetes. The results showed that the physical activity level among people with diabetes improved but was still insufficient. Male participants with diabetes reported higher levels of physical activity than females, and overall, the physical activity level was lower compared to those without diabetes.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Belen Lopez-Muniz Ballesteros, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales, Jose L. Del-Barrio, Napoleon Perez-Farinos, Javier De Miguel-Diez
Summary: This study analyzed the temporal trends in incidence, patient's characteristics, complications, length of hospital stay, and in-hospital mortality among patients with and without idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) undergoing lung transplantation (LTx) from 2016 to 2020. The number of LTx admissions increased over time, but a reduction was observed from 2019 to 2020. The overall incidence of complications increased, but there was no change in in-hospital mortality.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Cristina Diez-Arroyo, Monica Garcia-Garcia, Maria Jose Soto-Mendez, Esther Molina-Montes, Mercedes Gil-Campos, Angel Gil, Miriam Gutierrez-Jimeno, Angela Hernandez-Ruiz
Summary: Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder in childhood, and despite antiepileptic drugs being the preferred treatment, a significant number of children continue to experience seizures. This review examines the use of a ketogenic diet (KD) as an alternative treatment for refractory epilepsy in children.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Bricia Lopez-Plaza, Angel Gil, Adrian Menendez-Rey, Loan Bensadon-Naeder, Thomas Hummel, Jaime Feliu-Batlle, Samara Palma-Milla
Summary: Taste disorders are prevalent among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and can lead to reduced food consumption and malnutrition. The consumption of a food supplement containing miraculin from the miracle berry is expected to improve taste perception and nutritional status in malnourished cancer patients. A clinical trial protocol has been designed to evaluate the effects of the supplement on various parameters and determine the optimal dosage.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Enrique Gea-Izquierdo, Ruth Gil-Prieto, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, Angel Gil-de-Miguel
Summary: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the main cause of severe respiratory infections in children, and the COVID-19 pandemic has affected RSV hospitalizations and trends in Spain from 2018 to 2021. A retrospective study analyzed hospitalization rates and costs related to RSV among children under 2 years old, showing a decrease in hospitalizations during the pandemic and an average annual cost to the National Health-Care System of €49.6 million. Future preventive interventions, including vaccination, should focus on this high-risk age group.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jose M. de-Miguel-Yanes, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Jose Javier Zamorano-Leon, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Ricardo Omana-Palanco, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, Jose Luis del-Barrio, Javier de-Miguel-Diez, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales
Summary: This study analyzed the association between hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) and in-hospital mortality (IHM) during hospital admission for solid organ transplant in Spain from 2004 to 2021. The results showed that HAP persisted and was associated with higher IHM, despite a decrease in IHM over time.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Javier De Miguel-Diez, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Francisco J. Caballero-Segura, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Ricardo Omana-Palanco, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales
Summary: According to a study in Spain, the number of hospitalizations for pediatric anaphylaxis remained stable from 2016 to 2019, decreased in 2020, and recovered in 2021. Boys were more likely to be hospitalized, and food consumption was the most common trigger. In-hospital mortality rate was low and stable. The incidence of hospitalizations for anaphylaxis was higher in children with asthma compared to those without asthma, but there was no difference in the occurrence of severe anaphylaxis between them.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, Ricardo Omana-Palanco, Jose L. Del-Barrio, Javier De-Miguel-Diez, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Juan J. Montoya
Summary: This study assessed diagnostic procedures, comorbidities, length of hospital stay, costs, and in-hospital mortality associated with epidermolysis bullosa (EB). The study found a high prevalence of comorbidities, particularly digestive disorders and infectious diseases. Age was found to be a factor affecting hospital stay and mortality rates.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jose M. de-Miguel-Yanes, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Jose J. Zamorano-Leon, David Carabantes-Alarcon, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, Javier De-Miguel-Diez, Francisco Carricondo, Barbara Romero-Gomez, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales
Summary: This study analyzed the association between atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter (AF) and in-hospital mortality (IHM) among patients who underwent solid organ transplants in Spain. The results showed that the prevalence of AF was highest among heart transplant patients, while it was lower for lung, liver, and kidney transplant patients.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Natalia Gutierrez-Albaladejo, Ana Lopez-de-Andres, Natividad Cuadrado-Corrales, Romana Albaladejo-Vicente, Rosa Villanueva-Orbaiz, Francisco Carricondo, Barbara Romero-Gomez, Rodrigo Jimenez-Garcia, Napoleon Perez-Farinos
Summary: This study aims to investigate the differences in the prevalence of pain disorders between individuals with and without asthma, and to identify variables associated with the specific types of pain in asthma patients.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
