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Multidimensional dependency subgroups in community-dwelling older adults: A latent class analysis

Abstract Objectives: Use latent class analysis (LCA) to identify patterns of multidimensional dependency in a sample of older adults and assess sociodemographic, predictors of class membership. Material and methods: Longitudinal data were used from the Mexican Health and Aging Study (MHAS). 7,920 older ...

Vivencias del ejercicio libre de la profesión en enfermeras que emplean terapias complementarias

INTRODUCCIÓN: Actualmente enfermeras con posgrados y estudios en terapias complementarias, incursionan en el ejercicio libre de la profesión, al interior de consultorios propios, con la experiencia de varios años en funciones clínicas y utilización de terapias como: Acupuntura, Homeopatía, Masajes,...

Association of serum levels of secreted frizzled-related protein 5 and Wnt member 5a with glomerular filtration rate in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and chronic renal disease: a cross-sectional study

Säo Paulo med. j; 138 (2), 2020
ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Diabetic nephropathy is a common complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD). ­Inflammation in the kidneys is crucial for promoting development and progression of this complication. Wnt member 5a (Wnt5a) and secreted frizzled-related protein 5 (Sfrp5) are proinflammatory proteins...

La homeopatía en el sistema de salud mexicano: una oportunidad para la gloria o la ruina
Homeopathy in the Mexican healthcare system: an opportunity for glory or ruin

Homeopatia Méx; 89 (720), 2020
La Homeopatía enfrenta una hostilidad permanente en el plano internacional desde su fundación, debido a razones muy diversas y complejas. Sólo un par de años atrás estaba en un grave riesgo de desaparecer; sin embargo, hoy día, en un hecho sin precedentes, ha sido incluida en el Sistema de Salud Me...

Central blood pressure and vascular stiffness in Mexican population

Arch. cardiol. Méx; 90 (1), 2020
Abstract Introduction: Central blood pressure (CBP) is considered a measure of prognostic value for cardiovascular risk. In turn, the aortic pulse wave velocity (PWVAo) and augmentation index (Aix) have been related to arterial stiffness and cardiovascular risk. Controversies exist regarding the referen...

The Hospital Zambrano Hellion venous thromboembolism rapid response team (PREVENTION-team): Improving pulmonary embolism and deep venous thrombosis patient care

Arch. cardiol. Méx; 90 (1), 2020
Abstract Background: Fast-track worldwide reperfusion programs improve outcomes in ST-elevation myocardial infarction and stroke. Similar programs called Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT) focus on submassive and massive pulmonary embolism (PE) excluding deep venous thrombosis (DVT). Method...

Implementation of diagnostic screening for congenital heart disease in Hidalgo, Mexico

Arch. cardiol. Méx; 90 (1), 2020
Abstract Objective: Implementing screening through pulse oximetry (PO) and a knowledge management model (KMM) for early detection of life-threatening congenital heart disease (CHD) in the neonatal period. Material and methods: Pilot study of PO implementation supported by clinical criteria performed in...

Joint Mexican position document on the treatment of atrial fibrillation

Arch. cardiol. Méx; 90 (1), 2020
Abstract Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a frequent arrhythmia; its prevalence is near 2% in the general population; in Mexico, more than one-half million people are affected. AF needs to be considered as a public health problem. Because AF is an independent risk factor associated with mortality, due to embo...

Pregnancy in teenagers with heart disease

Arch. cardiol. Méx; 90 (1), 2020
Abstract The prevalence of pregnancy in adolescent women is high in Mexico and represents a public health problem. The pregnant teenager with heart disease has a high probability of complications during pregnancy and the delivery, which carries a risk of death of both the mother and the product. In many ...