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- Acute Rupture of the Plantar Fascia in a Soccer PlayerPublication . Costa, Diogo; Cruz, Patrícia; Brito, Rui; Cantista, Pedro; Rodrigues-Gomes, SérgioAcute rupture of the plantar fascia is a rare but potentially debilitating injury in athletes, particularly those involved in running and jumping sports. Early recognition and prompt treatment are crucial for a successful recovery and return to play. Conservative treatment, including rest, immobilization, and physical therapy, may be effective in most cases, while surgical intervention may be required in those that are nonresponsive to conservative treatment. We report a case of plantar fascia rupture in a 22-year-old male semi-professional football player who presented with sudden severe pain in the sole of his right foot during a match, followed by a popping sensation and inability to weight bear. The athlete was healthy and had no history of previous injury in the right foot. MRI confirmed a complete rupture of the plantar fascia. The player was treated conservatively and underwent a rehabilitation program. The player returned to full competition after nine weeks, with no limitations
- ALTERAÇÕES VÉSICO-ESFINCTERIANAS NO PARKINSONISMOPublication . Andrade, M.; Trêpa, ADepois de uma breve revisão da euroanatomia e da neurofisiologia vésico-esfincteriana é feita uma análise das alterações vésico-esfincterianas no Parkinsonismo e a sua correlação com a doença, com os fármacos utilizados no tratamento desta doença e com eventuais problemas prostáticos. Conclui-se que cada caso terá obrigatoriamente que ser estudado individualmente.Further to a brief review of the vesical-sphincterian neuroanatomy and neurophisology, we analyse the vesical-sphincterian dysfunction in the Parkinson disease and its relation with this illness, with the drugs used in its treatment and with eventual prostatic problems. We therefore conclude that each case should be studied individually.
- Artrite como primeira manifestação de Doença Inflamatória IntestinalPublication . Nascimento, J.; Zilhão, C.; Palhau, L.; Lima, R.; Guedes, M.
- Beyond Gonarthrosis in the Elderly: A Case Report of Subchondral Insufficiency Fracture of the KneePublication . Martins, Mariana; Araújo, Raquel; Pinheiro, Rosana; Costa, Ana; Carvalho, José LuísSubchondral insufficiency fracture of the knee (SIFK) is a non-traumatic condition that has been, historically, associated with the elderly. Early diagnosis and management are essential to prevent evolution to subchondral collapse and secondary osteonecrosis, developing prolonged pain and functional losses. This article presents the case of an 83-year-old patient with severe right knee pain with 15 months of evolution, with sudden onset, and no history of trauma or sprain. Upon observation, the patient presented with a limping gait, antalgic posture with the knee in semi-flexion, pain on palpation of the joint medial line, severe pain on passive mobilization, limited joint range of motion, and a positive McMurray test. The X-ray only demonstrated a gonarthrosis grade 1 in the Kellgren and Lawrence classification with medial compartment affection. Due to the exuberant clinical picture with marked functional compromise, as well as clinical radiological dissociation, MRI was requested to rule out SIFK, which was later confirmed. The therapeutic orientation was then adjusted with an indication for non-weight bearing and analgesia, as well as orientation to an orthopedics consultation to request a surgical evaluation. SIFK is difficult to diagnose and may have an unpredictable outcome due to delayed treatment approaches. This clinical case encourages clinicians to consider subchondral fracture in the differential diagnosis of knee pain when an older patient, with subnormal radiographic findings, reports severe knee pain in the absence of overt traumatic injury
- CARACTERIZAÇÃO DAS INFECÇÕES URINÁRIAS NUMA UNIDADE DE LESÕES MEDULARESPublication . Alexandre, M.J.; Trêpa, A.; Castro, A.; Gonçalves, S.
- Cardiovascular rehabilitation in patients aged 70-year-old or older: benefits on functional capacity, physical activity and metabolic profile in younger vs. older patientsPublication . Fontes-Oliveira, Marta; Trêpa, Maria; Rodrigues, Patrícia; Preza-Fernandes; Magalhães, Sandra; Cabral, Sofia; Santos, Mario; Torres, SeveroBackground: The benefits of exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation (EBCR) programs in post-acute myocardial infarction (AMI) patients have been demonstrated. Our aim was to assess the impact of EBCR in ≥ 70-years-old vs. younger post-AMI patients. Methods: We retrospectively evaluated patients who underwent a supervised EBCR protocol, twice a week during 6-12 weeks. We evaluated changes in several outcomes based on pre- and post-CRP assessments. Results: Of a total of 1607 patients, 333 (21%) were ≥ 70-years-old. After the EBCR, an overall improvement on functional capacity, daily physical activity, lipid profile, body mass index, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide (NT-pro-BNP) and C-reactive protein was observed in both younger and older patients (P < 0.05). Older patients showed a smaller benefit on the increment of daily physical activity and lipid profile improvement, but a larger reduction in NT-pro-BNP. In the multivariate analysis, only improvements on daily physical activity and HbA1c were dependent on age. Conclusion: As their younger counterparts, older patients, significantly improved functional capacity, metabolic parameters and level of daily physical activity after EBCR.
- Do Estado Vegetativo à Participação: A Amantadina Como Potenciadora do Programa de ReabilitaçãoPublication . Zão, Ana; Almeida, Ana Filipe; Beça, Gustavo; Nunes, RenatoA utilização da amantadina na prática clínica ainda parece pouco difundida, apesar da evidência crescente na emergência de alterações do estado de consciência após traumatismo cranioencefálico. Descrevemos o caso de um adolescente com traumatismo cranioencefálico grave por atropelamento. Após quatro meses de internamento num hospital central onde se manteve em estado vegetativo foi transferido para um centro de reabilitação. Iniciou um programa de reabilitação integral liderado por equipa médica, incluindo estimulação multissensorial e intervenção no meio envolvente. Iniciou amantadina, 50 mg/dia, titulada até 200 mg/dia, verificando-se melhoria clínica e funcional significativas, com emergência para estado de consciência mínima à terceira semana e recuperação da consciência à sexta semana de amantadina. Manteve melhoria progressiva mesmo após suspensão do fármaco. O caso descrito salienta a importância da intervenção holística e corrobora a literatura ao demonstrar a eficácia e segurança da amantadina na emergência do estado vegetativo
- Effectiveness of Tele-rehabilitation Programs in Heart Failure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysisPublication . Cavalheiro, Ana; Silva Cardoso, José; Rocha, Afonso; Moreira, Emília; Azevedo, Luís FilipeBackground: Tele-rehabilitation (TR) may be an effective alternative or complement to centre-based cardiac rehabilitation (CBCR) with heart failure (HF) patients, helping overcome accessibility problems to CBCR. The aim of this study is to systematically review the literature in order to assess the clinical effectiveness of TR programs in the management of chronic HF patients, compared to standard of care and standard rehabilitation (CBCR). Methods and results: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on the effect and safety of TR programs in HF patients, regarding cardiovascular death, heart failure-related hospitalizations, functional capacity and quality of life. We searched 4 electronic databases up until May 2020, reviewed references of relevant articles and contacted experts. A quantitative synthesis of evidence was performed by means of random-effects meta-analyses. We included 17 primary studies, comprising 2206 patients. Four studies reported the number of hospitalizations (TR: 301; Control: 347). TR showed to be effective in the improvement of HF patients' functional capacity in the 6 Minute Walk-Test (Mean Difference (MD) 15.86; CI 95% [7.23; 24.49]; I2 = 74%) and in peak oxygen uptake (pVO2) results (MD 1.85; CI 95% [0.16; 3.53]; I2 = 93%). It also improved patients' quality of life (Minnesota Living with Heart Failure Questionnaire: MD -6.62; CI 95% [-11.40; -1.84]; I2 = 99%). No major adverse events were reported during TR exercise. Conclusion: TR showed to be superior than UC without CR on functional capacity improvement in HF patients. There is still scarce evidence of TR impact on hospitalization and cv death reduction. Further research and more standardized protocols are needed to improve evidence on TR effectiveness, safety and cost-effectiveness.
- Evaluation of Probable Sarcopenia’s Prevalence in Hospitalized Geriatric Patients Using Ishii’s ScorePublication . Cavalheiro, Ana; Afonso, Sara; Silva, Marta; Ramalhão, Nuno; Machado, João; Magalhães, SandraBackground: Sarcopenia is defined as a progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength related to age and comorbidities. Worldwide sarcopenia's prevalence varies between 10-40%, being associated with functional impairment, lower quality of life, and higher mortality. Sarcopenia can be estimated based on age, calf circumference, and handgrip strength (Ishii's formula). Early diagnosis is essential because treatment with nutritional support and rehabilitation programs can prevent complications. The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of probable sarcopenia in hospitalized patients using Ishii's score and possible associated risk factors. Methods: We developed an observational prospective study in a medicine inpatient ward of a Central Hospital. We applied Ishii's formula to the patients admitted to the medical ward in December 2021 and January 2022. Patients should be aged 60 or above and able to collaborate with the tests. One year later, we analyzed re-hospitalization and mortality rates. Patients with edema of the lower limbs, who were not able to follow instructions, and who were admitted exclusively for symptomatic treatment were excluded. Results: Our final sample was 49 patients (55% males, mean age 78 ± 8.88 years). Only one patient had a previous diagnosis of sarcopenia. Estimated sarcopenia´s prevalence was 73.5% N=36), higher in men and people with three or more comorbidities. In the sarcopenic group, 77% had some degree of functional dependency and positive markers for malnutrition. After one year of follow-up, we found a higher mortality rate in the sarcopenic group (44.4% against 7.6%) and a higher number of re-hospitalizations (1.03 hospitalizations per patient, against 0.31). Conclusions: Our data showed that the prevalence of probable sarcopenia is high, but this pathology is still underdiagnosed. Traditional diagnosis is complex in some hospital settings and a simple tool such as Ishii's score can help to improve diagnostic rates. We suggest screening all patients at admission to provide early rehabilitation and nutritional support.
- Frailty in cardiovascular disease: Screening toolsPublication . Zão, Ana; Magalhães, Sandra; Santos, MarioCardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in developed countries and disproportionately affects older adults. Frailty is a complex clinical syndrome with multiple causes and contributing factors in which there is increased vulnerability when exposed to a minor stressor and increased risk for adverse outcomes, such as disability, hospitalization and mortality. Frailty is an important prognostic factor in patients with CVD, and so identifying this feature when assessing these patients may help to individually tailor cardiovascular treatment. The first step is to identify frailty. Several tools have been validated as screening methods for frailty. However, they diverge with regard to complexity, nature, feasibility and the outcome they can predict. The aim of this review is to describe the available screening tools for frailty and to examine their usefulness in patients with CVD.
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