[On the death of Gabriel Cano de Aponte].

abstract：BACKGROUND:Environmental and genetic factors (viruses, toxins and diet) are involved in the aetiology of type 1 diabetes. Among the dietary factors, the role of breast feeding and exposure to cow's milk proteins deserve special attention. AIM:To determine the anti-BSA-IgG levels in type 1 diabetic children and to anal...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Oyarzún A,Santos JL,Carrasco E,Albala C,Salinas A,Pérez F

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myocardial bridging of the epicardic coronary arteries is not an uncommon finding in angiographic or necropsic studies. Patients who have symptoms usually improve with medical treatment. However, in refractory patients a surgical myotomy of overlying myocardium and/or a coronary bypass may be needed. We report two pat...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Martí V,Ramírez J,Lamich R,García J,Guiteras P,Aymat RM,Alegret JM,Augé JM

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two atypical cases of parvovirus B19 infection occurred consecutively within a family. A 14 year-old patient presented an extended papular-purpuric "gloves and socks" syndrome and two weeks later his mother developed a predominantly unilateral purpuric rash in the limbs with severe malaise. Specific IgM antibodies in ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Martínez G MJ,Elgueta N A

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the last years our country has been affected by several outbreaks of infectious diseases such as Cholera and Hanta virus and recently, by pathogens associated to red tide. Chile was able to manage those emergencies using the local health system. The new threat that may emerge and could eventually overcome that capa...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Spencer E

更新日期：2005-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prader-Willi syndrome is an uncommon multisystem genetic disorder caused by defects of chromosome 15 (15qll-ql3), often due to deletions or uniparental disomy The syndrome is characterized by neonatal hypotonia, dysmorphic facial features, short stature, motor and mental disabilities, behavioral changes, hyperphagia, ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Santos VM,Henrique de Paula F,Osterne EM,Nery NS,Turra TZ

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two patients with traumatic pancreatic pseudocyst are presented. One patient was treated with percutaneous drainage and the other was operated on to perform a cystoenterostomy. Both patients recovered successfully. Diagnosis and treatment of this condition is discussed. ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Espinoza R,Aguilera H,Fernández F

更新日期：1992-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bottled water consumption has currently increased and their fluoride (F) concentration may not be ideal in terms of caries benefit or risk of fluorosis. While low concentrations would have little anticaries effect, high F concentration would increase the risk of dental fluorosis. AIM:To measure F concentrat...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Fernández CE,Giacaman RA,Cury JA

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a correlation between aging and the decrease of plasma levels of vitamin B-12. AIM:To determine the prevalence of vitamin B-12 and folate deficiency and its hematological impact among older adults (AM). MATERIAL AND METHODS:Cross-sectional study, in 1028 subjects aged 65 to 87years, living in comm...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Sánchez H,Albala C,Herlramp F E,Verdugo R,Lavados M,Castillo JL,Lera L,Uauy R

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) of the lip represents about 20% of all oral carcinomas. It is more common in men, peaking during their sixth and seventh decade, and is more prevalent in the lower lip. AIM:To determine the five years survival rate of Chilean patients with lip SCC. MATERIAL AND METHODS:The reg...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Cabello B T,Sazo B N,Salgado F A,Martínez R B

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intestinal tuberculosis is rare compared to other forms of the disease. A review of the last 10 years in a General University hospital identified 21 cases diagnosed at autopsy and 8 during life. Most patients were males, older than 30 years of age, alcoholics and originating in southern Chile. Evidence of concomitant ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Fica A,Belletti J,Cruzat C,Rojas D,Montalva M

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Biliary cholesterol is transported by vesicles and micelles. Cholesterol microcrystals are derived from thermodynamically unstable vesicles. In experimental animals vitamin C deficiency leads to a super-saturation of biliary cholesterol and to the formation of gallstones. AIM:To search for a possible relati...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： del Pozo R,Muñoz M,Dumas A,Tapia C,Muñoz K,Fuentes F,Maldonado M,Jüngst D

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a 56 years-old man presenting with chest pain with exercise, seven years after an orthotopic heart transplant. A coronary angiography showed an atherosclerotic lesion in the common left main coronary artery with more than 90% obstruction. The lesion was successfully treated with a transluminal angioplasty wi...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Riedemann S E,Castro G P,Quintana F JC,Pérez P O,Mc-Nab M P

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, we have witnessed major improvements in cancer treatment. Early diagnosis and development of new therapies have reduced cancer-related mortality. However, these new therapies, along with greater patient survival, are associated with an increase in untoward effects, particularly in the cardiovascular system. ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Hameau R,Gabrielli L,Garrido M,Guzmán AM,Retamal I,Vacarezza MJ,Greig D,Ocqueteau M,Sánchez C,Pizarro M,Corvalán A,Lavandero S,Castro PF,Martínez G

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The classic diagnosis of Barret esophagus is based on the finding of three of more cm of distal esophagus covered by specialized columnar epithelium. However, at the present time, it is based on the presence of intestinal metaplasia in the junction of squamous-columnar mucosae. AIM:To assess the prevalence ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Csendes A,Smok G,Sagastume H,Rojas J

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:High blood pressure of unknown etiology has been related to many pathogenetic factors, mainly dietary salt intake, mental stress, alcohol consumption, sedentary living and aging. Hypertension is more common in condition such as obesity and diabetes mellitus. Sustained elevation of arterial pressure is mediated by vaso...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Pérez-Olea J

更新日期：1992-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Scientific Ethics is the theory and praxis of decisions. Philosophical Ethics is presented as the theory and praxis of the good. As the good differs among cultures, Philosophical Ethics is dependent on the endo-cultural good conception. The decision (included that one of adhesion or not to a world vision) de...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Valenzuela CY

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Abraham Horwitz, MD, was a prominent leader in Public Health in the Americans. His career started as a clinician and researcher in infectious diseases, then as a teacher in two Chilean Universities, one of the organizers of the Public Health Service in Chile and, subsequently, a prominent staff member in the Pan Ameri...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Kraljevic R

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The content and bioavailability of iron contained in Chilean bread was studied in a random sample from 301 bakeries. A wet digestion procedure followed by a colorimetric method was used. Iron bioavailability was examined in 9 adult women using the extrinsic radioactive tag method. The iron content of bread was 2.4 +/-...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Peña G,Pizarro F,Hertrampf E

更新日期：1991-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Syphilis continues to be a common sexually transmitted disease. AIM:To describe the epidemiologic features of patients with syphilis consulting in a Chilean sexually transmitted diseases clinic. MATERIAL AND METHODS:Review of medical records of patients with positive serology for syphilis, who attended a u...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Cavero Tardones A,Ramírez-Santana M

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Teenage pregnancy is a psychosocial and multifactorial problem described as a lack of exercise of rights in sexual and reproductive health. There are important aspects in the doctor-patient relationship and confidentiality that directly affect the continuity and quality of care. There are controversies in th...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Luttges D C,Leyton M C,Leal F I,Troncoso E P,Molina G T

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this issue of the journal Lanas et al report an estimation of population attributable risk (PAR) for myocardial infarction (MI) derived from different risk factors in Chile. Cigarette smoking, dyslipidemia and hypertension accounted for 71% of total PAR. Mortality from MI has decreased in Chile, but epidemiologic s...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Chamorro S G

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relationship between patients and health professionals emphasizes deliberation and joint decision making, that derives in the informed consent. AIM:To evaluate decision making of patients in health care and to identify the notion of capacity for decision making, according to lawyers and physicians. MAT...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Bórquez E G,Raineri B G,Horwitz C N,Huepe O G

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obesity has a high prevalence among children. On the other hand, acute respiratory infections especially of viral origin, are an important cause of morbidity and mortality in this age group. During the recent pandemic of influenza A (H1N1) virus, obesity was identified as a novel independent risk factor for severity m...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Fuenzalida L,García-Díaz DF

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Celiac patients are at high risk of developing insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, a condition that has a long pre-diabetic period. During this lapse, anti-islet cell antibodies serve as markers for future disease. This may be related with the duration of the exposure to gluten. AIM:To test the hypothesis ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Verbeke S,Cruchet S,Gotteland M,Ríos G,Hunter B,Chávez E,Brunser O,Araya M

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The economic impact of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in Mexico in terms of excessive diagnostic testing can be considerably reduced if the recommendations of the Latin American Consensus (LATAM) for IBS are followed. AIM:To estimate the economic impact of IBS in terms of excessive diagnostic testing. MATE...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Schmulson MJ

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An important agent of food intoxication is Staphylococcus aureus, that is able to produce enterotoxins. AIM:To detect Staphylococcus aureus contamination in cafeteria food handlers of a Chilean University. SUBJECTS AND METHODS:Nose, throat, hands and nail samples from 87 food handlers were obtained for mic...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Soto A,Saldías ME,Oviedo P,Fernández M

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Chile, cerebrovascular diseases are the fifth cause of death among men and the third cause among women. AIM:To assess the clinical features and management of patients with cerebrovascular disease admitted to a public hospital during 1997. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A retrospective analysis of clinical records...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Nogales-Gaete J,Núñez L,Arriagada C,Sáez D,Figueroa T,Fernández R,González J,Aragón A,Barrientos N,Varas P,Troncoso B,Cárcamo C,Chávez M,Gumucio M,Holmgrenn P,Beltrán G,San Martín E,Manríquez E,Figueroa C

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:AgNOR technique detects, using silver salts, argyrophylic proteins of the nucleolar organizer region (NOR). The number and size of NOR reflect cell activity, proliferation and transformation and may help to differentiate benign from malignant cells. AIM:To assess the value of AgNOR assay to differentiate re...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Rocher AE,Blanco AM,Palaoro LA

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tumorogenesis is associated with several events by which a normal cell transforms itself into a tumour cell with an increased proliferation rate. One of the most important research initiatives in this area is the characterization of the molecular mechanisms involved in tumorogenesis and cancer. Oncogenes and tumour su...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Flores C,Sobrevia L

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sixty-three patients with severe acute pancreatitis have been studied. Pancreatitis was associated with biliary tract disease in 23 patients (36.5%) and with alcoholism in 21 (33.3%). It occurred post-operatively in 9, and was associated with other conditions in 10. We evaluated the Ranson prognostic signs (RPS) with ...

journal_title：Revista medica de Chile

authors： Martínez J,Zúñiga A,Guzmán S,Llanos O,Rahmer A,Troncoso P,Escobar M

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00