[Body image is associated with anthropometric status in adolescents, but not with lifestyle]

Body image is a construct of the multifaceted representation of body identity that involves self-perception, beliefs, attitudes about the body itself, which can be influenced by several factors. This study evaluated the association of body image with anthropometric and lifestyle indicators among adolescents. The sample comprised 465 adolescents aged 10 to 17 years from public schools in the city of Salvador-Bahia. The Silhouettes Scale assessed the body image. The anthropometric data (body mass index and waist circumference), the lifestyle (Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents and television time), economic and demographic data were evaluated. Polytomous logistic regression assessed associations of interest by STATA, version 16.0. Overweight (OR:9,7; CI95%:5,4-17,5) and abdominal obesity (OR:14,0; CI95%: 5,0-39,3) were positively associated with body dissatisfaction. However, there was no association with lifestyle variables (physical activity: OR: 1,7, CI: 0,9-2,9, and TV time: OR:1,2; CI:0,8-1,9). The conclusion reached is that anthropometric status is an essential indicator of adverse body image outcomes in adolescents

High-concentration carbamide peroxide can reduce the sensitivity caused by in-office tooth bleaching: a single-blinded randomized controlled trial

Objectives: A single-blinded, randomized, parallel clinical trial evaluated the use of 37% carbamide peroxide (CP) on bleaching effectiveness and tooth sensitivity reported by patients undergoing in-office tooth bleaching, in comparison with the results of using 35% hydrogen peroxide. Material and Methods:Forty patients were allocated to receive two sessions of in-office tooth bleaching using either 35% hydrogen peroxide (HP) or 37% CP. Each patient’s sensitivity level was evaluated during and up to 24 h after bleaching. The effectiveness of the bleaching procedures was evaluated with a spectrophotometer one week after each session and 30 days after the last session. The impact of tooth bleaching on the patients’ perceptions regarding smile changes, in addition to the bleaching procedures and their results, were also recorded. Absolute and relative sensitivity risks were calculated. Data on sensitivity level were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney or T-test, and data from the color evaluation were subjected to 2-way repeated measures ANOVA. Results: The use of CP reduced the risk and level of tooth sensitivity to values close to zero, whereas the difference between the bleaching agents disappeared after 24 h. An increased bleaching effect was observed for HP, mainly due to an improved reduction of redness and yellowness. Participants perceived improved tooth bleaching for HP and reduced sensitivity for CP, but no differences regarding the comfort of the techniques were noted. Conclusions: In our study, 37% CP resulted in reduced tooth sensitivity but decreased the tooth bleaching effectiveness. However, both bleaching agents resulted in high levels of patient satisfaction

Atividades educativas no período pré-natal como estratégia de empoderamento da parturiente

The aim was to analyze and discuss how educational activities during the prenatal period can contribute to the construction of women's autonomy and empowerment during labor and delivery. This is an integrative literature review, which enables the study, summary, and analysis of scientific knowledge already carried out on the topic covered. The databases Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Sciences, Nursing Database, CUMED, and Scientific Electronic Library Online were consulted. There are several ways to carry out educational activities as a strategy for building the empowerment of pregnant women during prenatal care. Most articles mention the conversation circle; a group of pregnant women and individualized care; in addition to the need for continuing education actions for this multidisciplinary team. Educational activities allow women in the pregnancy-puerperal period to have the capacity and confidence to make critical decisions; in the process of building autonomy and empowerment; seeing themselves as the protagonist of their labor; labor and birth.Objetivou-se analisar e discutir como as atividades educativas durante o período de pré-natal podem contribuir para a construção da autonomia e empoderamento da mulher no período de trabalho de parto e parto. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa de literatura, que viabiliza o estudo, resumo e a análise do conhecimento científico já realizado sobre o tema abordado. Foram consultadas as bases de dados Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências, Banco de Dados em Enfermagem, CUMED e Scientific Electronic Library Online. São diversas as maneiras de realizar atividades educativas como estratégia para a construção do empoderamento da gestante no pré-natal. A maioria dos artigos citam a roda de conversa; grupo de gestantes e um atendimento individualizado; além da necessidade de ações de educação continuada dessa equipe multiprofissional. As atividades educativas permitem que a mulher no período-gravídico-puerperal possa ter a capacidade e segurança na tomada de decisões de forma crítica; no processo de construção da autonomia e empoderamento; se vendo como protagonista do seu trabalho de parto; parto e nascimento

Microwave-assisted extraction: an alternative to extract Piper aduncum essential oil / Extração assistida por micro-ondas: uma alternativa para a obtenção do óleo essencial de Piper aduncum

Hydrodistillation and steam distillation have been widely described as methods of obtaining essential oils, however, green technologies with lower levels of energy consumption, time, and solvent have gained increasing prominence. Piper aduncum has confirmed occurrences throughout the Brazilian territory and its essential oil has been described with antifungal, anti-helminthic, antioxidant, and repellent activities. In the present study, we compared the essential oil yield and the dillapiole content from the essential oils obtained using hydrodistillation (Clevenger apparatus) and microwave-assisted extraction (using a prototype extractor). A factorial design was applied to evaluate the influence of the entrance variables fraction diameter (FR) and load of material plant/water volume (LW) on the response variables essential oil yield (Yd) and dillapiole content (DC). Via statistical analysis, a polynomial model was obtained, as well as, the response surface. Hydrodistillation provided higher essential oil yields and the dillapiole content was not statistically influenced by the extraction methods.

Simultaneous presentation of trichotillomania and neurotic excoriation in a schizophrenic patient: case report: Apresentação simultânea de tricotilomania e escoriação neurótica em paciente esquizofrênico: relato de caso

The present report aims to describe the case of a patient with excoriation disorder and trichotillomania comorbid with schizophrenia. This is a patient diagnosed with schizophrenia more than 30 years ago and who had a stabilized psychic condition. In one of his periodic evaluations, he began to demonstrate compulsive acts of picking at the skin and from then onwards, lesions appeared on the face, upper limbs and scalp with progressive involvement of other regions. The approach of these mental disorders represented a challenge, because despite a growing number of studies, clinical and therapeutic questions remain open

Neoplasia maligna da mama em mulheres no Brasil: aspectos epidemiológicos, diagnóstico e tratamento

This article aims to evaluate the epidemiological aspects, diagnosis and treatment of patients with malignant breast neoplasia. This is an integrative review using the BVS, SciELO, LILACS and PubMed as databases over the last 5 years. 272 articles on the topic were evaluated with an emphasis on a synthesis of the most recent knowledge and greater scientific consistency. Breast cancer must be approached by a multidisciplinary team aiming at comprehensive treatment of the patient. It is concluded that this neoplasm stands out as one of the most serious public health problems in Brazil. Early diagnosis of breast cancer, aiming to evaluate the best treatment possibilities for these young patients, can have fewer impacts on their personal and social lives.Este artigo tem por objetivo avaliar os aspectos epidemiológicos, diagnóstico e tratamento das pacientes com neoplasia maligna da mama. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa utilizando como base de dados a BVS, a SciELO, o LILACS e o PubMed, nos últimos 5 anos. Foram avaliados 272 artigos sobre o tema com ênfase em uma síntese dos conhecimentos mais recentes e de maior consistência científica. O câncer de mama deve ser abordado por uma equipe multidisciplinar visando ao tratamento integral da paciente. Conclui-se que essa neoplasia destaca-se como um dos mais graves problemas de saúde pública do Brasil. O diagnóstico precoce do câncer de mama, visando avaliar as melhores possibilidades de tratamento para essas pacientes jovens, pode proporcionar menores impactos na sua vida pessoal e social

The Eighteenth Data Release of the Sloan Digital Sky Surveys: Targeting and First Spectra from SDSS-V

The eighteenth data release of the Sloan Digital Sky Surveys (SDSS) is the first one for SDSS-V, the fifth generation of the survey. SDSS-V comprises three primary scientific programs, or "Mappers": Milky Way Mapper (MWM), Black Hole Mapper (BHM), and Local Volume Mapper (LVM). This data release contains extensive targeting information for the two multi-object spectroscopy programs (MWM and BHM), including input catalogs and selection functions for their numerous scientific objectives. We describe the production of the targeting databases and their calibration- and scientifically-focused components. DR18 also includes ~25,000 new SDSS spectra and supplemental information for X-ray sources identified by eROSITA in its eFEDS field. We present updates to some of the SDSS software pipelines and preview changes anticipated for DR19. We also describe three value-added catalogs (VACs) based on SDSS-IV data that have been published since DR17, and one VAC based on the SDSS-V data in the eFEDS field.Comment: Accepted to ApJ