Recent Submissions
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Relationship of dietary calcium intake and bone strength measured through bone impact microindentation in the renal peritransplant period
(2024-05-21)Antecedents: La malaltia renal crónica s'associa amb un elevat risc de fractura òssia. La prova d'elecció per al diagnòstic de l'osteoporosi és l'absorciometria amb raigs X de doble energia (DEXA). Sent ... -
Analysis of the correlation between znf804a and cognitive deficits in recent-onset psychosis
(2024-05-22)Background: ZNF804A gene expression regulator has been demonstrated to have a role in schizophrenia, being a risk gene to a broad phenotype related to this psychotic disease and with altered ... -
Effects of lipopolysaccharides on the nlrp3 inflammasome in human atrial fibroblasts
(2024-05-22)Background: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia and is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Some studies suggested that lipopolysaccharides (LPS) activate ... -
Cross-sectional observational study on the evaluation of the utility and quality of informed consents in patients undergoing various surgeries in the hospital setting
(2024-05-02)Background: The study explores informed consent, emphasizing patient autonomy and understanding of medical interventions, focusing on comprehension issues and the need for individualized information ... -
Design and performance of an information and communication technology-supported first aid training intervention aimed at undergraduate students
(2024-05-23)Els primers auxilis són l'atenció inicial brindada en resposta a una malaltia o lesió aguda, amb els objectius de preservar la vida, alleujar el sofriment, prevenir el deteriorament i promoure la ... -
Benefits of a comprehensive treatment programme for the morbidly obese patient
(2024-05-23)Background: This study evaluates the effectiveness and adherence to the bariatric surgery program at the Althaia Foundation, focusing on sustained weight loss and improvement of associated comorbidities ... -
Influence of epicardic adipose tissue on the treatment and prognostic of atrial fibrillation
(2024-05-16)Introduction: Atrial fibrillation is the most prevalent arrhythmia in adults worldwide, significantly impacting patients' lives. It is essential an early detection of this condition, as well as ... -
Analysis of the prevalence of frailty in the population of Catalunya Central: a multicentric descriptive cross-sectional study
(2024-05-15)- Background Frailty is a multifactorial and dynamic entity with a variable prevalence, depending on the measurement tool used to assess it, the reference populations, and the geographical area. - ... -
Neurodevelopmental disorders and academic level: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and emotional well-being
(2024-05-21)Background: The diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) negatively impacts mental health, self-esteem and academic performance, hindering learning, organization and working ... -
Degree of frailty in the residential sphere of Catalonia
(2024-05-15)Introducció: L’augment de l’envelliment comporta un augment de les persones amb fragilitat, una condició que predisposa a major vulnerabilitat a augmenta el risc de complicacions i esdeveniments ... -
Physical Activity as a Measure of Improvement of Anxious-Depressive States and Social Support in the Elderly: A Clinical Multicentre Randomised Trial
(2024-05-15)Social isolation, loneliness and anxious-depressive states are emerging health determinants among the elderly in our society. Given the trend towards an aging population, promoting quality of life is ... -
Dopamine quantification and lipid droplet analysis in a C. elegans model of early Parkinson’s disease
(2024-01-20)INTRODUCCIÓ: La malaltia de Parkinson es caracteritza per la pèrdua de neurones dopaminèrgiques a la substància negra del cervell i per alteracions lipídiques. El model de nematode Caenorhabditis ... -
Mushroom season in the Berguedà region: a retrospective analysis of seasonal trends in primary care emergency services
(2024-05-20)Background. It is estimated that the influx to the Catalan forests during the mushroom season has been increasing for years. In terms of health, this activity leads to accidents on the mountain as ... -
Bronchiolitis, impact on functional health status after admission to the pediatric intensive care
(2024-05-22)Background. Bronchiolitis is a common acute viral infection affecting children under 24 months. Admission to the PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) can lead to situations that alter cerebral blood ... -
Study of the variability of transcutaneous bilirubin determinations between different ethnic groups
(2024-05-17)Background Pathological hyperbilirubinemia often leads to hospital readmission within the first week of life, with increased risk of neurological damage if untreated. Transcutaneous bilirubin (TcB) ... -
Nutritional Assessment Using Ultrasouns in Critically Ill Paediatric Patients
(2024-05-21)Introduction: Increased muscle metabolism and malnutrition negatively impact health outcomes, especially in critically ill patients. Studies estimate 20-50% of paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) ... -
Neutralizing antibodies against sars-cov-2 as surrogate markers of protection from reinfection: current evidence
(2024-05-05)Background: The COVID-19 pandemic called for rapid and widespread vaccination. Although neutralizing antibodies (NtAb) are crucial in averting infections, their role in preventing SARS CoV-2 reinfections ... -
T-wave inversions in athletes: frequency, mechanisms and prognostic significance. A systematic review and meta-analysis.
(2024-05-23)Introduction: T-wave inversions (TWI) are a challenging finding in the ECG of the athletes. The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of TWI in athletes. Methods: A systematic review and ... -
Utility of 3D planning in general surgery
(2024-05-08)The utilization of 3D planning in general surgery is an innovative technique that might provide significant benefits compared to traditional 2D surgical planning methods: greater anatomical accuracy, ... -
Methadone Stop and Go switch method. Is it a safe procedure in hospitalized cancer patients for pain control? A retrospective chart review in an oncology cancer centre
(2024-05)Background: Opioid rotation (OR) to methadone is a procedure used in the treatment of patients with oncological pain refractory to a first opioid or when the balance between analgesia and adverse ...