Objetivo: Descrever os casos de síndrome febril exantemática, identificados no estado de São Paulo entre 2000 e 2004, visando identificar possíveis resíduos de fonte de infecção do sarampo. Métodos: Estudo descritivo. As definições são as utilizadas pelo Plano de Eliminação do Sarampo. O estudo incluiu casos notificados à vigilância da síndrome febril exantemática apresentando anticorpos IgM para sarampo pelas técnicas de ELISA e/ou ELISA de captura. Descreveram-se os aspectos clínicos e epidemiológicos segundo características de tempo, espaço e pessoa. Resultados: Estudaram-se 463 casos possíveis de sarampo; 64,1% e 29,8% foram classificados, respectivamente, como casos expostos e não expostos à vacina; 15,3% apresentaram clínica específica para sarampo e 12,1% apresentaram complicações. Os grupos etários mais representados foram: 9 a 11 meses (36,5%), um ano (32,8%) e cinco anos ou mais (15,2%). A distribuição no espaço e no tempo não sugere a ocorrência de casos relacionados entre si. Entre o final de 2000 e o início de 2002, os casos não expostos à vacina mantiveram-se em patamares elevados, coincidindo com a identificação de dois casos importados de sarampo. Conclusão: as limitações do estudo não permitem análises conclusivas a respeito da circulação do vírus do sarampo no estado de São Paulo, mas o estudo aponta para a necessidade da investigação exaustiva de possíveis resíduos de fontes de infecção entre: menores de nove meses, primo vacinados contra o sarampo abaixo de 10 meses, mulheres em idade fértil e casos não expostos à vacina contra o sarampo. / Objective: To describe cases of febrile exanthematic syndrome reported in the State of São Paulo between 2000 and 2004, in order to identify possible measles residual source of infection. Methods: A descriptive study, using the same definitions of Measles Elimination Plan. The study included reported cases of febrile exanthematic syndrome surveillance with antibody of IgM class by ELISA and/or capture ELISA techniques. The clinical and epidemiological characteristics were described in terms of time, space and personal characteristics. Results: 463 possible cases of measles were analyzed: 64.1% and 29.8% were classified, respectively, as exposed and unexposed to vaccine; 15.3% presented specific measles clinical and 12.1% presented clinical complications. The age groups most represented were: 9 to 11 months (36.5%), one year (32.8%) and five years old or over (15.2%). The temporal and spatial distribution did not suggest the presence of a chain of transmission of febrile exanthematic disease. Between the end of 2000 and the beginning of 2002, high levels of cases unexposed to vaccine were maintained, which coincided with the identification of two imported cases of measles. Conclusion: The limitations of the study did not allow conclusive analyses regarding the circulation of the measles virus in the State, but the study points towards the need to carry out exhaustive investigations on possible residual sources of infection among: infants under nine months old, first vaccinated against measles before the age of 10 months, women of fertile age and cases unexposed to anti-measles vaccine.

Introdução. Pacientes neutropênicos febris, particularmente os portadores de doenças hematológicas, podem ter como causa de sua descompensação clínica afecções abdominais e anorretais. O acompanhamento do quadro infeccioso é motivo de angústia para o cirurgião coloretal, pois a literatura sobre o tema é restrita e quadros oligosintomáticos eventualmente evoluem para óbito em curto espaço de tempo. Objetivos. Descrever, estratificar e comparar com a literatura a casuística de pacientes hematológicos neutropênicos febris com foco abdominal ou anorretal identificado. Estudar o risco absoluto e relativo de mortalidade de algumas variáveis associadas com a condição. Propor um escore de gravidade das afecções abdominais e anorretais em pacientes hematológicos neutropênicos febris. Materiais e Métodos. Trata-se de um estudo a partir da análise retrospectiva de 897 prontuários médicos de pacientes internados para as equipes de Hematologia e Transplante Células Tronco Hematopoéticas, no Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto-SP, entre os anos de 2008-2013. Foram elegíveis para o estudo 74 episódios de neutropenia febril com foco infeccioso abdominal ou anorretal, ocorridos em 69 pacientes. Após coletadas as características a respeito da amostra, foram estratificados os dados, comparados com a literatura sobre o tema, realizados os cálculos de medidas de efeito e análise estatística. Por fim, considerando os resultados obtidos, a experiência clínica dos autores e critérios de plausibilidade biológica comum, foram selecionados cinco aspectos como sendo os principais preditores de mortalidade hospitalar em pacientes hematológicos neutropênicos febris, com afecção abdominal ou anorretal. Resultados. O escore proposto demonstrou possuir mortalidade crescente conforme o quadro se agrava e a pontuação se eleva (teste exato de Fischer: 0,001). Ao considerar o modelo logístico de probabilidade de óbito por nível do escore, o valor encontrado AUC foi de 0,82 (0,72-0,925) e o valor de Estatística de Hosmer-Lemeshow de 2,3, com p=0,806. Discussao. Os escores contribuem na prática clínica diária para a tomada objetiva de decisões. De forma semelhante ao escore APACHE e seus refinamentos, o sistema prognóstico proposto possui variáveis de fácil acesso e traduz de maneira satisfatória o comportamento e a confiabilidade dos resultados obtidos, através da AUC>0,8 e estatística de Hosmer-Lemeshow com p> 0,05. Conclusão. O sistema de escore proposto permite predizer a chance de óbito durante a internação em pacientes neutropênicos febris com afeccção abdominal ou anorretal. Novos estudos sobre o tema são necessários e o escore proposto necessita e deve ser validado em uma amostra maior e distinta de pacientes. / Introduction. Febrile neutropenic patients, particularly those with haematological diseases, may have abdominal and anorectal conditions as a cause of their clinical decompensation. The follow-up of the infectious condition is a cause of distress for the colorectal surgeon, because the literature on the subject is restricted and oligosymptomatic conditions can lead to death within a short period of time.Goals. To describe, stratify and compare with the literature the casuistry of febrile neutropenic haematological patients with abdominal or anorectal focus identified. To study the absolute and relative risk of mortality of some variables associated with the condition. To propose a severity score of abdominal and anorectal conditions in neutropenic hematologic febrile patients. Materials and Methods. This is a study based on the analysis of 897 medical records of inpatients for hematology and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) teams at the Hospital de Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto-SP, between the years of 2008-2013. A total of 74 episodes of febrile neutropenia with infectious abdominal or anorectal conditions occurred in 69 patients. After collecting the characteristics regarding the sample, the data were stratified, compared to the literature on the subject, the calculations of effect measures and statistical analysis were performed. Finally, considering the results obtained, the author\'s clinical experience and criteria of common biological plausibility, five aspects were selected as the main predictors of hospital mortality in febrile neutropenic haematological patients with abdominal or anorectal disease. Results. The proposed score showed an increasing mortality rate as the condition worsens and the score rises (Fischer\'s exact test: 0.001). When considering the logistic model of death probability by level of the score, the AUC value found was 0.82 (0.72-0.925) and the Hosmer-Lemeshow statistic value was 2.3, with p = 0.806. Discussion. The scores contribute to daily clinical practice for objective decision making. Similar to the APACHE score and its refinements, the proposed prognostic system has easily accessible variables and satisfactorily translates the behavior and reliability of the results obtained through AUC> 0.8 and Hormer-Lemeshow statistics with p> 0,05. Conclusion. The proposed score system allows predicting the chance of death during hospitalization in febrile neutropenic patients with abdominal or anorectal disease. New studies on the subject are necessary and the proposed score needs and must be validated in a larger and different sample of patients.

Introdução. Pacientes neutropênicos febris, particularmente os portadores de doenças hematológicas, podem ter como causa de sua descompensação clínica afecções abdominais e anorretais. O acompanhamento do quadro infeccioso é motivo de angústia para o cirurgião coloretal, pois a literatura sobre o tema é restrita e quadros oligosintomáticos eventualmente evoluem para óbito em curto espaço de tempo. Objetivos. Descrever, estratificar e comparar com a literatura a casuística de pacientes hematológicos neutropênicos febris com foco abdominal ou anorretal identificado. Estudar o risco absoluto e relativo de mortalidade de algumas variáveis associadas com a condição. Propor um escore de gravidade das afecções abdominais e anorretais em pacientes hematológicos neutropênicos febris. Materiais e Métodos. Trata-se de um estudo a partir da análise retrospectiva de 897 prontuários médicos de pacientes internados para as equipes de Hematologia e Transplante Células Tronco Hematopoéticas, no Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto-SP, entre os anos de 2008-2013. Foram elegíveis para o estudo 74 episódios de neutropenia febril com foco infeccioso abdominal ou anorretal, ocorridos em 69 pacientes. Após coletadas as características a respeito da amostra, foram estratificados os dados, comparados com a literatura sobre o tema, realizados os cálculos de medidas de efeito e análise estatística. Por fim, considerando os resultados obtidos, a experiência clínica dos autores e critérios de plausibilidade biológica comum, foram selecionados cinco aspectos como sendo os principais preditores de mortalidade hospitalar em pacientes hematológicos neutropênicos febris, com afecção abdominal ou anorretal. Resultados. O escore proposto demonstrou possuir mortalidade crescente conforme o quadro se agrava e a pontuação se eleva (teste exato de Fischer: 0,001). Ao considerar o modelo logístico de probabilidade de óbito por nível do escore, o valor encontrado AUC foi de 0,82 (0,72-0,925) e o valor de Estatística de Hosmer-Lemeshow de 2,3, com p=0,806. Discussao. Os escores contribuem na prática clínica diária para a tomada objetiva de decisões. De forma semelhante ao escore APACHE e seus refinamentos, o sistema prognóstico proposto possui variáveis de fácil acesso e traduz de maneira satisfatória o comportamento e a confiabilidade dos resultados obtidos, através da AUC>0,8 e estatística de Hosmer-Lemeshow com p> 0,05. Conclusão. O sistema de escore proposto permite predizer a chance de óbito durante a internação em pacientes neutropênicos febris com afeccção abdominal ou anorretal. Novos estudos sobre o tema são necessários e o escore proposto necessita e deve ser validado em uma amostra maior e distinta de pacientes. / Introduction. Febrile neutropenic patients, particularly those with haematological diseases, may have abdominal and anorectal conditions as a cause of their clinical decompensation. The follow-up of the infectious condition is a cause of distress for the colorectal surgeon, because the literature on the subject is restricted and oligosymptomatic conditions can lead to death within a short period of time.Goals. To describe, stratify and compare with the literature the casuistry of febrile neutropenic haematological patients with abdominal or anorectal focus identified. To study the absolute and relative risk of mortality of some variables associated with the condition. To propose a severity score of abdominal and anorectal conditions in neutropenic hematologic febrile patients. Materials and Methods. This is a study based on the analysis of 897 medical records of inpatients for hematology and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) teams at the Hospital de Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto-SP, between the years of 2008-2013. A total of 74 episodes of febrile neutropenia with infectious abdominal or anorectal conditions occurred in 69 patients. After collecting the characteristics regarding the sample, the data were stratified, compared to the literature on the subject, the calculations of effect measures and statistical analysis were performed. Finally, considering the results obtained, the author\'s clinical experience and criteria of common biological plausibility, five aspects were selected as the main predictors of hospital mortality in febrile neutropenic haematological patients with abdominal or anorectal disease. Results. The proposed score showed an increasing mortality rate as the condition worsens and the score rises (Fischer\'s exact test: 0.001). When considering the logistic model of death probability by level of the score, the AUC value found was 0.82 (0.72-0.925) and the Hosmer-Lemeshow statistic value was 2.3, with p = 0.806. Discussion. The scores contribute to daily clinical practice for objective decision making. Similar to the APACHE score and its refinements, the proposed prognostic system has easily accessible variables and satisfactorily translates the behavior and reliability of the results obtained through AUC> 0.8 and Hormer-Lemeshow statistics with p> 0,05. Conclusion. The proposed score system allows predicting the chance of death during hospitalization in febrile neutropenic patients with abdominal or anorectal disease. New studies on the subject are necessary and the proposed score needs and must be validated in a larger and different sample of patients.

Objetivo: Descrever os casos de síndrome febril exantemática, identificados no estado de São Paulo entre 2000 e 2004, visando identificar possíveis resíduos de fonte de infecção do sarampo. Métodos: Estudo descritivo. As definições são as utilizadas pelo Plano de Eliminação do Sarampo. O estudo incluiu casos notificados à vigilância da síndrome febril exantemática apresentando anticorpos IgM para sarampo pelas técnicas de ELISA e/ou ELISA de captura. Descreveram-se os aspectos clínicos e epidemiológicos segundo características de tempo, espaço e pessoa. Resultados: Estudaram-se 463 casos possíveis de sarampo; 64,1% e 29,8% foram classificados, respectivamente, como casos expostos e não expostos à vacina; 15,3% apresentaram clínica específica para sarampo e 12,1% apresentaram complicações. Os grupos etários mais representados foram: 9 a 11 meses (36,5%), um ano (32,8%) e cinco anos ou mais (15,2%). A distribuição no espaço e no tempo não sugere a ocorrência de casos relacionados entre si. Entre o final de 2000 e o início de 2002, os casos não expostos à vacina mantiveram-se em patamares elevados, coincidindo com a identificação de dois casos importados de sarampo. Conclusão: as limitações do estudo não permitem análises conclusivas a respeito da circulação do vírus do sarampo no estado de São Paulo, mas o estudo aponta para a necessidade da investigação exaustiva de possíveis resíduos de fontes de infecção entre: menores de nove meses, primo vacinados contra o sarampo abaixo de 10 meses, mulheres em idade fértil e casos não expostos à vacina contra o sarampo. / Objective: To describe cases of febrile exanthematic syndrome reported in the State of São Paulo between 2000 and 2004, in order to identify possible measles residual source of infection. Methods: A descriptive study, using the same definitions of Measles Elimination Plan. The study included reported cases of febrile exanthematic syndrome surveillance with antibody of IgM class by ELISA and/or capture ELISA techniques. The clinical and epidemiological characteristics were described in terms of time, space and personal characteristics. Results: 463 possible cases of measles were analyzed: 64.1% and 29.8% were classified, respectively, as exposed and unexposed to vaccine; 15.3% presented specific measles clinical and 12.1% presented clinical complications. The age groups most represented were: 9 to 11 months (36.5%), one year (32.8%) and five years old or over (15.2%). The temporal and spatial distribution did not suggest the presence of a chain of transmission of febrile exanthematic disease. Between the end of 2000 and the beginning of 2002, high levels of cases unexposed to vaccine were maintained, which coincided with the identification of two imported cases of measles. Conclusion: The limitations of the study did not allow conclusive analyses regarding the circulation of the measles virus in the State, but the study points towards the need to carry out exhaustive investigations on possible residual sources of infection among: infants under nine months old, first vaccinated against measles before the age of 10 months, women of fertile age and cases unexposed to anti-measles vaccine.

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Genetic epilepsy with febrile seizures plus (GEFS+) is associated with a wide range of neurological dysfunction caused in part by limited function in voltage-gated sodium channels (Escayg & Goldin, 2010; Gambardella & Marini, 2009; Mulley et al., 2005). The seizure and behavioral phenotypes, as well as use of non-pharmacologic agents as neuroprotectants in GEFS+, are not well-understood. An experimental design used an animal model of GEFS+ to 1. explore the effects of stress on seizure phenotype, 2. examine behavioral phenotypes, and 3. study the effects of an omega 3 fatty acid on abnormal behaviors noted in the various paradigms. This study used C57BL/6J mice with the R1648H missense mutation on the Scn1a gene (engineered in the Escayg lab) (Martin, M. S. et al., 2010). The three specific aims used separate groups of animals for experimentation, and all paradigms were performed under strict laboratory conditions. Data were analyzed using either an independent t-tests, two-way ANOVA or repeated measures two-way ANOVA. Results showed that stress worsens seizure phenotype in both the Scn1aR1648H (RH) mutants and wild-type (WT) group with the RH mutants more severely impacted. In addition, there was clear and consistent evidence for hyperactive locomotor behavior. Lastly, no evidence was found for use of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, an omega 3 fatty acid) as a neuroprotectant for hyperactivity (DHA was given subcutaneously for two weeks starting at weaning). Outcomes from this study implicate that stress worsens the seizure phenotype in animals with Scn1aR1648H. This study is also the first to report hyperactive locomotor behavior in animals with Scn1aR1648H. Results from this study may broaden beyond GEFS+ in that we may also be able to apply the findings to other disorders with SCN1A dysfunction. In addition, it may be that genetic variants affecting SCN1A, but not necessarily in epilepsy, may contribute to hyperactivity. This could mean that SCN1A is a candidate gene for hyperactivity. The main goal of nursing care is to reduce and prevent disease morbidity, and knowledge gained from the current study will guide clinical nursing practice, such as targeted behavioral assessment and education, as well as nursing research focusing on children with this genetic disorder.

Abstract Febrile seizures (FS) occur in 2-5% of children. Their pathogenesis is unknown. Elevated levels of prostaglandins (PG) have been found in cerebrospinal fluid after such seizures, and a third of all patients have recurrences. No safe ways of reducing the risk of recurrences have been found. The outcome has been shown in prospective studies to be good, by they have been linked to mesial temporal sclerosis (MTS) in patients with severe temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE). The aim was to analyze the records on the role of PGs in the pathogenesis of FS, to find risk factors for recurrences that are amenable to intervention and to evaluate the prevention of recurrences and the connection of FSs with MTS. We performed a systematic review of the effect of PGs and their synthetase inhibitors on seizures and a meta-analysis of the prevention of recurrences. The prophylactic effect of diazepam and acetaminophen on recurrences was evaluated in a placebo-controlled trial with 180 FS patients, and risk factors for recurrences were analysed from these data. To find MTS, MRI volumetry was performed after 12 years of follow-up on 64 cases chosen out of 329 unselected FS patients: twenty-four with a prolonged initial seizure, eight with a later unprovoked seizure and 32 age, sex and handedness-matched controls. PGD2, PGE1 and PGE2 had mainly anticonvulsive effects and PGF2alfa proconvulsive ones. NSAIDs had seizure-modulating effects in adult animals ranging from attenuation to provocation. Each degree of increase in fever doubled the recurrence risk, and each febrile episode increased it by 18%. The meta-analysis showed phenobarbital and valproate to prevent recurrences, but they cannot be recommended for FS as they have severe side-effects. The meta-analysis nullified the alleged effect of diazepam, and neither this nor acetaminophen prevented recurrences in a clinical trial. No MTS was found in any patient group. PGs may be involved in the pathogenesis of FS. No safe prophylaxis for recurrences is available, although the effect of antipyretics needs further evaluation. Measures to reduce feverish infections in order to prevent FS recurrences seem logical. MTS is uncommon even after prolonged FS.

Antibiotic resistance is a global health concern. Its increasing development is seemingly due to the irresponsible use of antibiotics and their availability. To ensure the correct treatment of patients and avoid unnecessary strain on the individual and society as a whole, it is vital to ensure access to both new and old antibiotics where there is a distinct need. Temocillin is an antibiotic used in the treatment of febrile UTIs. It is currently unavailable in Sweden, although being well-established and proven effective in other European countries. Hence, this report aims to investigate the introduction of temocillin to the Swedish or Scandinavian market in regards to the economic, technical, medical, and regulatory possibilities and barriers. The research is based on literature, internet, and database reviews and empirical data collection through interviews with people of expertise within the fields of antibiotic resistance and concerned aspects. This study emphasizes the great potential of introducing temocillin to Sweden. The evident conclusion drawn is that a production of the antibiotic is not possible in Sweden in the near future. Despite this, an identified supply chain in Europe can enable a role for Sweden as a distribution country. Through a performed break-even analysis, the calculated break-even point and profit margins indicated a low risk of financial loss for a MAH acting as the supplier of temocillin, such as the company Eumedica S.A.. Only 1 % of the Swedish market would have to be covered to break even, and regardless of the estimated volumes of usage upon introduction being either 50 % or 25 % of the total medical need, a profit is likely. In addition, temocillin holds a great medical and social value. However, the obvious obstacle observed is its out-dated documentation. The dossier is of the wrong format, which complicates the regulatory procedure. Thus, this needs to be taken into consideration for an introduction to be possible.

Predictive models based in symptomatology of suspected dengue patients seeking medical care in Honduras. The models based on logistic regression models predicted the outcomes of dengue fever/ severe dengue. Sensitivity and specificity are discussed. It also describe the level of agreement between Honduran classification of severe dengue and the ones based on World Health Organization guidelines of 1997 and 2009. / Introduction: Dengue is a major public health problem in tropical and subtropical countries but its clinical presentation may be similar to many febrile illnesses. Since in endemic countries laboratory confirmation is frequently delayed, the majority of dengue cases are diagnosed based on patient’s symptomatology. This can often lead to misdiagnosis and potential serious health complications. The objective of this study was to identify clinical, hematological and demographical parameters that could be used as predictors of dengue fever among patients with febrile illness. Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study of 548 patients presenting with febrile syndrome to the largest public hospitals in Honduras. Patients’ clinical, laboratory, and demographical data as well as dengue laboratory confirmation by either serology or viral isolation were used to build a predictive statistical model to identify dengue cases. Results: Of 548 patients, 390 were confirmed with dengue infection while 158 had negative results. Univariable analysis revealed seven variables associated with dengue: male sex, petechiae, skin rash, myalgia, retro-ocular pain, positive tourniquet test, and bleeding gums. In multivariable logistic regression analysis, retro-ocular pain petechiae and bleeding gums were associated with increased risk, while epistaxis and paleness of skin were associated with reduced risk of dengue. Using a value of 0.6 (i.e., 60% probability for a case to be positive based on the equation values), our model had a sensitivity of 86.2%, a specificity of 27.2%, and an overall accuracy of 69.2%; allowing for the diagnosis of dengue to be ruled out and for other febrile conditions to be investigated. Conclusions: The application of predictive models can be valuable when laboratory confirmation is delayed. Among Honduran patients presenting with febrile illness, our data reveal key symptoms associated with dengue fever, however the overall accuracy of our model is still low and specificity remains a concern. Our model requires validation in other populations with similar pattern of dengue transmission. Key Words: Dengue, fever, Predictive model, symptoms, Honduras / Thesis / Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) / Predictive models based in symptomatology of suspected dengue patients seeking medical care in Honduras. The models based on logistic regression models predicted the outcomes of dengue fever/ severe dengue. Sensitivity and specificity are discussed. It also describe the level of agreement between Honduran classification of severe dengue and the ones based on World Health Organization guidelines of 1997 and 2009.

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