Gac Med Mex
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On December 31, 2019, one of the most serious pandemics in recent times made its appearance. Certain health conditions, such as obesity and diabetes mellitus, have been described to be related to COVID-19 unfavorable outcomes. ⋯ Age, sex, diabetes mellitus and obesity were found to be predictors of COVID-19 mortality. Further research related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cardiovascular diseases, smoking and pregnancy is suggested.
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Observational Study
Mortality and hospitalization trends for aortic aneurysms and dissections in Mexico.
In Mexico, there is a paucity of evidence on mortality and hospitalization patterns associated with aortic aneurysms and dissections. ⋯ Epidemiological reports of aortic pathology in Mexico are scarce; therefore, implementation of screening and detection programs for aortic pathologies is necessary in order to address the disparities identified in this analysis.
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Older adults have highly heterogeneous aging rates. ⋯ Despite being intertwined, biological accelerated aging is largely independent of frailty in community-dwelling older adults.
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Comparative Study
Registration of deaths in children under five years of age has improved in Mexico, however, the underreporting has not yet been eliminated.
The underreporting of vital statistics poses a problem for the quality of information. To address underreporting, Mexico implemented the "Intentional Search for Children Deaths" in 2002. ⋯ The registration of deaths has improved; however, it is crucial to identify states needing further investigation and intervention to reduce the underreporting gap in infant mortality.
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Dysphagia and cognitive impairment are common in older people. It is linked to alterations in brain areas related to swallowing. ⋯ The study showed a high frequency of dysphagia in patients with MCI, this highlights the importance of its early detection to improve complications associated with dysphagia.