City Of Teresina Research Articles

Living on the street: sociodemographic, economic, and motivational aspects

Objective: To assess sociodemographic and economic aspects and motivations for living on the streets. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 127 homeless people in the city of Teresina, Piauí, Brazil. Data were collected in person between October 2019 and March 2020. A descriptive analysis of the results obtained was performed. Results: The sociodemographic profile observed was that of male, single, brown, with children, with a low level of education and income. The main reasons for homelessness were family conflicts, use of psychoactive substances and unemployment. Conclusion: The phenomenon of homelessness is perceived as a broad and complex process influenced by biopsychosocial events that occur throughout the life cycle, which requires a holistic approach by health professionals towards people in this situation.

LATENT TUBERCULOSIS IN PATIENTS WITH CROHN'S DISEASE IN A UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL IN NORTHEASTERN BRAZIL: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY.

Among chronic condition problems, tuberculosis still represents a serious public health problem globally. To investigate latent tuberculosis infection in patients with Crohn's disease. Retrospective, descriptive cross-sectional study of quantitative analysis. The research was conducted on diagnosed cases of Crohn's disease at the University Hospital located in a city in Northeastern Brazil. All cases of patients with Crohn's disease undergoing isoniazid or rifampicin therapy for latent tuberculosis (LTBI) were included in the study. The data obtained were subsequently subjected to statistical analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) program. We analyzed 235 medical records, and it was observed that 56% were male, with a mean age of 42.7. Among these, 54% declared themselves as brown, 31% had completed high school, and 47% were residents of the city of Teresina. Regarding the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of the studied patients classified as having ILTB, 34% of the medical records were diagnosed by tuberculin test, 48.51% were investigated by x-ray examination, and the recent location affected the colon with 27%. Overall, the health profile of the participants in this study aligns with findings previously established in the literature, particularly studies conducted in other Brazilian states, as well as in other developing countries.

Perspectivas de redução do aporte de carga orgânica em bacia hidrográfica com relevante ocupação urbana

ABSTRACT The prospects for reducing organic load in water basins must be evaluated considering the self-purification capacities of the water bodies into which the raw or treated effluent will be discharged. The aim of this work was to evaluate the reduction of the organic load contribution to the Poti River, a watercourse that crosses the city of Teresina, Piauí, Brazil, considering different conditions for the final disposal of domestic sewage. To estimate the levels of reduction of the organic load contribution, the Water Quality Model Qual-UFMG and Nonlinear Programming were used in a combined manner. Three scenarios of final effluent disposal were modeled. For the appropriation of the reductions in organic load contributions, two different optimization models were used, models that incorporated restrictions based on the environmental quality standards indicated by the Brazilian Environment Council (CONAMA) Resolutions No. 357/2005 and 430/2011. The results indicated that the estimated effort for removal of organic load based on the optimization model that does not employ an equity measure among discharges was lower, regardless of the scenario analyzed. Additionally, in the simulation scenarios in which the quality standards for effluent were not considered, the efforts for removing organic load were lower, regardless of the optimization model used.

Spatial distribution of Chikungunya cases in the state of Piauí – Brazil (2015-2019)

This study aimed to analyze the spatial distribution of chikungunya cases in Piauí between 2015 and 2019. This was a spatial ecological study of notified and confirmed cases of chikungunya, with data from the Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN) from 2015 to 2019. The X² association test was applied for the bivariate analysis and the spatial analysis was performed from the data treatment to combine with the cartographic base in the free software Qgis (version 3.16.7 Hannover). During this period, 9596 cases and 7950 confirmed cases of chikungunya were reported. The city of Teresina (53.21%) and the health region Entre Rios (58.27%) had the highest records. Females (58.40%), aged between 20 and 34 years (29.63%) and mixed race (50.26%) were the most affected. Regarding education, 56.55% were ignored and, regarding the months of notification, the months of the 1st semester had the highest number of cases (62.8%). Chikungunya cases are concentrated in poles with large population flows. In this way, the identification of the epidemiological profile, as well as its main risk factors, is a way of helping the health system of the entire state in the elaboration of specific control policies for the population most vulnerable to the disease.

Relationship among Dietary Intake of Vitamin E, Lipid Peroxidation Markers, and C-Reactive Protein in Flu-Like Patients Diagnosed with COVID-19.

This research aimed to assess the intake of vitamin E and its relationship with lipid peroxidation markers and C-reactive protein levels in patients with flu symptoms and COVID-19 diagnosis. A cross-sectional study with 121 patients of both sexes assisted at two basic health units in the city of Teresina, Piauí, with COVID-19 diagnosis confirmed through real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, was performed between the 3rd and 7th days of flu symptoms. The global nutritional status and the measurement of waist circumference were assessed according to the World Health Organization recommendations. The dietary energy intake, macronutrients, and vitamin E consumption were assessed through the 24 hr food recall method. The malondialdehyde plasmatic concentration (MDA) was measured through the method of thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances. Myeloperoxidase (MPO) was assessed through the oxidation speed of the o-dianisidine substrate in the presence of hydrogen peroxide. C-reactive protein (CRP) levels were measured by a high-sensitivity immunoturbidimetry method. The most common symptoms reported by the participants were sore throat, fever, and cough. Regarding the global nutritional status evaluation, the majority of the sample had overweight. The dietary intake of vitamin E was 100% inadequate and presented a mild correlation (r = 0.197) with MDA, a redox status marker. No correlation was observed among MPO, CRP, and the dietary intake of vitamin E. The dietary intake of vitamin E was related to MDA as the marker of redox status.

Consumption of ultra-processed products is associated with vitamin D deficiency in Brazilian adults and elderly.

Although studies show that the intake of ultra-processed products (UPP) has a negative impact on health, diet quality and dietary vitamin D, its influence on serum concentrations of this vitamin remains unknown; therefore, it is essential to verify the association between the UPP consumption and vitamin D deficiency. This is a cross-sectional, household, population-based study, carried out with 229 individuals aged 20 years or older, residents of the city of Teresina, Piauí, Brazil. Socio-demographic, lifestyle, food consumption and anthropometric data were collected. Food consumption was obtained using a 24-h food recall, and foods were grouped according to the NOVA classification. Plasma concentrations of calcidiol-25 (OH) D3 were determined by HPLC. Crude and adjusted binary logistic regression was applied to estimate the association between UPP consumption and vitamin D deficiency. Most individuals aged 20-39 years were vitamin D deficient (52·1 %). UPP contributed 19·9 % to the energetic intake of the participant's diet. This contribution was higher for individuals with vitamin D deficiency (22·5 %, P = 0·04). In addition, a high intake of UPP was associated with twice the risk of vitamin D deficiency in comparison with low consumption of UPP (OR: 2·05; CI 1·06, 4·50; P: 0·04). Our results suggest that the consumption of UPP may have a negative impact on serum concentrations of vitamin D; more studies are needed.

Association between Polyphenol Intake and Lipid Profile of Adults and Elders in a Northeastern Brazilian Capital

This research was aimed at evaluating the relationship between the estimated polyphenol intake and the atherogenic lipid profile in adult and elder residents in the city of Teresina, located in the Northeastern Region of Brazil. This study was a cross-sectional population-based survey with 501 adults and elders, conducted in Teresina, Brazil. Food intake was obtained by 24-h food recall. The estimated polyphenol intake was calculated by multiplying the food consumption data from the recall by the polyphenol content in the foods described in the Phenol-Explorer database. The mean intake of total polyphenols was 1006.53 mg/day. The phenolic acids was the class with the highest intake, followed by the flavonols. Coffee, beans and apples were the main foods contributing to the total polyphenol intake. In the individuals with elevated serum concentrations of total cholesterol and triglycerides, the intake of total polyphenols was significantly higher. The intake of total polyphenols, phenolic acids and lignans was higher in the subjects with dyslipidemia. This article provides, for the first time, data on the intake of the total polyphenol classes and subclasses in the evaluated population and the relationship with the lipid profile. The individuals with a higher intake of total polyphenols had a worse lipid profile, which may be a consequence of an improved diet in those individuals who present with dyslipidemia.

Impact of Pathologic Complete Response on the Prognosis of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Patients: A Cohort Study.

Introduction Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a molecular subtype in which estrogen (ER)/progesterone receptor (PR) and human epidermal growth receptor 2 (HER2) expression does not occur.The objective of this study was to analyze the impact of pathologic complete response (pCR) after neoadjuvant chemotherapy on the prognosis of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) patients. Methods This cohort study was conducted in a private-sector oncology clinic located in the city of Teresina, Brazil. Medical charts of 532 breast cancer patients treatedfrom 2007 to 2020 were analyzed. Of these patients, 83 women with TNBC were selected (10 patients were excluded from the study). Univariate and multivariate analyses (Cox regression) were performed to evaluate the impact on patient survival, comparing patients with or without pCR. A significance level of 5% was set. Overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS) curves were constructed according to the Kaplan-Meier model. Results Angiolymphatic invasion and positive sentinel lymph node were associated with a lower OS and/or DFS in TNBC (p<0.05). The 10-year OS was 78% and 49%, and the 10-year DFS was 97% and 32% in patients with or without pCR, respectively. Conclusion pCR after neoadjuvant chemotherapy was associated with improvement in OS and DFS in TNBC patients.

Thermal and Acoustic Performance of Green Polyethylene/Cork Composite for Civil Construction Applications

In this study, green high-density polyethylene (GHDPE) composites with 5, 10 and 15% natural powdered cork (CP) with and without 5% maleic anhydride (PE-g-MA) were developed in order to evaluate the potential of these materials for civil construction applications. The composites were produced in a co-rotating twin-screw extruder and injection molded. An impedance tube was used to determine the acoustic behavior of the composites, which were then used as ceiling tiles in prototypes of provisional constructions in order to study ascertain their performance with respect to thermal comfort in the City of Teresina, PI - Brazil. Our data indicates that composites sound absorption coefficient values are good between 500 and 1200 Hz, especially for those with a higher percentage of cork, with the lowest absorption rate observed for composites containing PE-g-MA. The composites used in the prototypes provided a decrease in the internal temperature of the built structure.

Risk assessment for heavy metals in community gardens of the city of Teresina, Brazil

ISHS XXXI International Horticultural Congress (IHC2022): International Symposium on Urban Horticulture for Sustainable Food Security (UrbanFood2022) Risk assessment for heavy metals in community gardens of the city of Teresina, Brazil

LEVELS OF FLEXIBILITY AND HABITUAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOLS

The objective of this study was to evaluate the level of flexibility and the level of habitual physical activity in high school students in the cities of Teresina and União, Piauí. A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out, consisting of a sample of 105 schoolchildren aged 15 to 17 years of age in both genders, 55 high school students from Zacarias de Góis state college (Piauí high school) in Teresina-pi and 50 Filinto Rêgo school unit, located in the center of the city of Union-Piauí. To verify the flexibility of the students, the sit-and-reach flexibility test of the Brazilian sport project test and evaluation manual (2016) was applied. To verify the habitual physical activity level, the questionnaire in order to verify the economic class, it was used the questionnaire determined by the Brazilian economic classification criterion, proposed by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics by the national association of research companies. Analyzing the results, it is possible to verify that, 83 students are considered in the healthy zone, being 47% female and 53% male. Of the 22 students who are in the risk zone, 72.7% are female and only 27.3% are males, indicating that as the level of physical activity increases, the level of flexibility of the students is improved. significant difference (p &lt;0.05). Most high school students presented levels of flexibility within the healthy zone and are moderately physically active.

Genetic testing for hereditary predisposition to breast cancer in the real world: Initial experience.

Around 5%-10% of breast cancers are due to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome. Genetic testing is important to identify these cases, enabling the adoption of specific risk-reducing treatment strategies. To analyze the performance of genetic testing and its implications in patients with indication of genetic testing to identify hereditary predisposition to breast cancer. This is a retrospective observational cross-sectional study, including 176 patients with clinical indication of genetic testing for pathogenic variants related to breast, ovarian and pancreatic cancers (among others), managed from 1999 to 2021 in an Oncology private clinic located in the city of Teresina (PI), Brazil. There was a predominance of female patients (98.9%) and those with a family (91.0%) and personal history (64.2%) of cancer. In the study, 102 patients (57.9%) received genetic testing. BRCA1 and BRCA2 pathogenic variants occurred in 26 cases (90%). Another three PALB2 and TP53 pathogenic variants were detected. Eleven pathogenic variant carriers (38%) underwent risk-reducing surgeries. BRCA1/BRCA2 pathogenic variants occurred in around 25% of tested patients. Approximately 42.0% of the patients did not undergo genetic testing, despite clinical indication.

Quality of life of elderly in a long-stay care facility in the city of Teresina-PI

The purpose of this research was to evaluate the quality of life of elderly people in a Long-Stay Care Facility for the Elderly (ILPI) in the city of Teresina. This is a descriptive and exploratory study with a quantitative methodology. Data collection was carried out between March and April 2019, through the application of the Pentacle of Well-being questionnaire for the elderly at a Long-stay Care Facility in the city of Teresina-PI. Data analysis was performed using the Tabwin 4.1.4 program. Twenty elderly people were interviewed and as to the profile found, 45% (n = 9) were between 80 and 89 years old and 50% (n = 10) were female and male. Regarding the questionnaire, the components nutrition, preventive behavior, social relationship and stress control showed satisfactory results, except for the component ‘physical activity’, in which 65% (n = 13) of the elderly rarely perform any physical activity. The lifestyle of the elderly is considered satisfactory, however, the Physical Activity component showed an unsatisfactory result.

Análise da distribuição espacial da dengue no estado do Piauí no período de 2015 a 2019

Dengue is an arboviral disease considered global public health challenge, as it provides lasting damage, thus representing a threat to human health. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the spatial distribution of dengue cases in Piauí between 2015 and 2019. This was a spatial ecological study of dengue, with data from the Disease Notification Information System (SINAN) from 2015 to 2019. The X² association test was applied for the bivariate analysis and the Qgis software (version 3.16.7. Hannover) was used for spatial analysis. During this period, 27,289 cases and 21,944 confirmed cases of dengue were reported. The city of Teresina (62.9%) and the health region Entre Rios (65.84%) had the highest records. Females (58.4%), between 20 and 34 years old (33.52%) and mixed race (44%) were the most affected. As for education, 58.5% did not respond. Dengue cases are concentrated in poles with large population flows. The identification of the epidemiological profile, as well as its main risk factors, is a way to help the health system of the entire state to elaborate specific control policies for the population most vulnerable to the disease.

A sustentabilidade na prática: um estudo sobre a gestão pública municipal de Teresina

Abstract As a result of population growth in large cities, increase in consumption, and, consequently, in production, the bodies responsible for planning, evaluation, and execution of public policies need to implement strategies aimed at environmental preservation and the construction of sustainable cities. The objective of this study is to analyze sustainability actions in the city of Teresina, Piauí. To this end, descriptive-exploratory research was conducted using the Case Study method and qualitative approach. The last Pluriannual Plan prepared for the period from 2014 to 2017 and its reports on the execution of activities in the period were used. The results found allowed the categorization of the actions from a sustainable perspective, also covering the social, economic, and environmental dimensions. The study concluded that there was a prevalence in the actions of the economic sphere, both in the quantity of actions carried out and in resources employed. Therefore, there is a need for greater investments in the environmental and social areas, in order to promote a well-balanced sustainable development.

Consumo de alimentos ultraprocessados e indicadores antropométricos em adolescentes, adultos e idosos de uma capital do Nordeste do Brasil

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the consumption of ultra-processed foods and associate it with anthropometric indicators in adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Methods Cross-sectional, domiciliary, population-based study, comprising adolescents aged 10-19 years, adults aged 20-59 years, and elderly people aged 60 or older, residents of the urban area of the city of Teresina, Piauí. Demographic, socioeconomic, lifestyle, food consumption, and anthropometric data were collected. The analysis of variance test was used along with the Bonferroni post-hoc test and crude and adjusted linear regression with a 95% confidence interval (95% CI). The level of significance adopted was 5%. Results There was no significant association between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and anthropometric variables in adults and the elderly. However, among adolescents, the results showed an inverse association, thus signaling a reduction in anthropometric indicators as the consumption of ultra-processed foods increases. Conclusion There was no association between the consumption of ultra-processed foods and anthropometric indicators in adults and the elderly; however, among adolescents, the results showed an inverse association, which encourages the development of new studies, especially longitudinal ones.

Historical Site Teresinense

Architecture is inevitably involved in the most diverse processes that determine urban dynamics, and, therefore, it is important to contextualize it, understanding its heritage relevance, as well as the historical, cultural and urban value of the place where it is built. This article seeks, therefore, to build a panorama that links the urban evolution of the city of Teresina to the work of engineer Cícero Ferraz de Sousa Martins, who stands out as a relevant sample of the architecture produced during the first half of the 20th century in the capital of Piauí. This relationship is structured in the study of Avenida Frei Serafim, which houses a large part of this engineer's productions and whose construction represents, for Teresina, a milestone in its urbanization, giving the city a centrality independent of its initial site. Therefore, the methodology used is based on bibliographic research and data collection in public collections and virtual repositories, especially regarding the particularities of Avenida Frei Serafim and the productions of Cícero Ferraz. Thus, the research develops from the urban evolution of the city to the construction of the public place in question, emphasizing its consolidation as part of the historic urban site. Then, there is an articulation between different urban scales, through the construction-lot connection, as well as an analysis of the potential of this avenue as a “timeline” regarding the architectural development of the capital. Therefore, the work strives to reinforce the inseparability between architecture and urbanism while also ratifying the urgency that must be had in overcoming superficial and strictly formal diagnoses in this field.

The use of geotechnologies for the identification of the urban flora in the city of Teresina, Brazil

The use of geotechnologies for the identification of the urban flora in the city of Teresina, Brazil

Analysis of aflatoxins and ergot alkaloids in feeds for adult equine

Mycotoxins are products resulting from fungi metabolism normally present in the environment and which can develop in food. The aim of this study was the fungi quantification, aflatoxin detection and investigation of ergot alkaloids occurrence in pelleted feed for adult equines during storage. The feed samples were collected from three rural properties with equideoculture activity in the city of Teresina, Piauí, Brazil. The results showed that was no significant difference (p&lt;0.05) for the counting of colony-forming units (CFU/g) of filamentous fungi and yeasts in the samples. Aflatoxins B1, B2, G1 and G2 were found in acceptable amounts and the other fungal metabolites: ergometrine, griseofulvin, festuclavin, ergine and lysergol. Concluding, the results of this study demonstrate that amount of filamentous fungi and the water activity present in the original package remain constant after six days of storage. Four types of aflatoxins were found: AFB1, AFB2, AFG1, AFG2 and the Ergot alkaloids: ergine, ergometrine, festuclavine, griseofulvin and lisergol in amounts within acceptable limits. These groups of toxic compounds produced by fungi can be present in equine feed and may lead to a risk to their health.

Perceptions of dentists about care of HIV infected patients

Introduction: A cross-sectional observational study was performed involving 314 dentists in the city of Teresina, Piaui. Aims: The main objective of the present study was to evaluate the perception of dentists of Teresina, Piaui, in relation to the attitudes of HIV-infected patients. Material and methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among dentists of Teresina, Piaui. Positive perception was considered when the answer was “being able” and “not being afraid” to treat HIV-infected patients. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire that was statistically analysed using SPSS software version 20. Results: Most presented positive perception with regard to treating HIV-positive patients. Conclusion: Positive perception can be attributed to the continued education of these professionals.