Papers by Guadalupe Ponciano-Rodríguez
Archives of medical research, 1996
The purpose of the present paper is to review the current knowledge about cholesterol gallstone d... more The purpose of the present paper is to review the current knowledge about cholesterol gallstone disease. It is generally accepted that the formation of cholesterol gallstone requires three major pathogenic defects, namely, supersaturation, nucleation and crystal growth as well as disorder of gallbladder motility. The supersaturation is necessary but not sufficient to explain stone formation. It has been suggested that nucleation is the key factor for gallstone formation. However, those three factors are necessary for the formation of cholesterol gallstones, and the presence of just one or two factors does not lead to stones. We also touch briefly on the results from studies performed in Mexico in this area.
Radiation Measurements, 2009
Exposure to indoor radon and suspended particulate matter (SPM) is considered a high risk in lung... more Exposure to indoor radon and suspended particulate matter (SPM) is considered a high risk in lung cancer aetiology. In this paper indoor radon and SPM concentration measurements and their correlations, associated with lung cancer cases are given. Mexico City suffers high concentration of SPM as well as other photochemical pollutants such as ozone. During the last decade in Mexico City, radon and SPM have been monitored. The indoor radon measurements were done using the Nuclear Track Methodology, basically the close-end-cup device with polyallyldiglycol carbonate as detector material, followed of an established chemical etching protocol, and automatic digital image analyzer system for counting. SPM size and concentration were obtained from monitoring stations located along the city. The results show that the central-north part of Mexico City has a large concentration of SPM and the vulnerable population (older than 65 years and younger than 14 years) is located essentially in the same region. In this area, a large number of lung cancer cases were found, even if indoor radon levels were below the recommended limits.
Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2020
was found between the excess of LC cases and the dose of radon exposure. Although the excess risk... more was found between the excess of LC cases and the dose of radon exposure. Although the excess risk of LC mortality associated with indoor radon found in this study was relatively low, further studies are needed in order to accurately establish its magnitude in the country.
Annals of Hepatology, 2009
The consequences of pathologic adipose tissue accumulation have been described for almost all org... more The consequences of pathologic adipose tissue accumulation have been described for almost all organs. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is considered the most relevant hepatic manifestation of obesity. There is great interest in the study of NAFLD, and new insights into its pathogenic process have been described. Currently, in addition to insulin resistance, which was considered the hallmark of this disease, endocrine, immunologic, and central nervous system factors are attracting interest as explanatory variables. In this review, new factors associated with the main theories on the pathophysiology of NAFLD are analyzed.
Salud Pública de México, 2010
Ponciano-Rodríguez G. Urge cambiar el abordaje de la cesación del tabaquismo por los médicos en A... more Ponciano-Rodríguez G. Urge cambiar el abordaje de la cesación del tabaquismo por los médicos en América Latina. Salud Publica Mex 2010;52 supl 2:S366-S372.
Digestive Diseases and Sciences, 2006
The aim of this study was to investigate adiponectin, leptin, and metabolic syndrome as predictor... more The aim of this study was to investigate adiponectin, leptin, and metabolic syndrome as predictors of the severity of obesity-related steatosis. By ultrasonography steatosis-positive (cases) subjects (n = 141) were compared with controls (n = 111). Demographic and anthropometric data and serum concentrations of adiponectin, leptin, and insulin were measured. The impact of several criteria of metabolic syndrome, serum adiponectin concentrations, and serum leptin concentrations were tested using a multivariate logistic regression analysis. The frequency of metabolic syndrome was higher in cases (44.0% versus 9.2%; P < .0001). Cases were older and had higher insulin resistance, waist circumference, and lower concentrations of adiponectin (all P < .001). The upper adiponectin quartile was associated with a lesser grade of steatosis. Metabolic syndrome and adiponectin concentrations were independently associated with the probability of steatosis. In conclusion, adipokines and metabolic syndrome are useful indices for the prediction of the severity of obesity-related steatosis.
Annales de la Société Entomologique de France, 2006
Schulthess (2006) Calyx fluid proteins of two Cotesiasesamiae (Cameron) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae)... more Schulthess (2006) Calyx fluid proteins of two Cotesiasesamiae (Cameron) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) biotypes in Kenya: implications to biological control of the stem borer Busseola fusca (Fuller) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae),
Without a doubt, smoking continues to be the leading cause of disease, disability, and premature ... more Without a doubt, smoking continues to be the leading cause of disease, disability, and premature death worldwide. How ever, the advent of the new Electronic Administration Systems of Nicotine (SEAN), among which the electronic cigarette stands out, has had explosive growth and in some countries has depleted tobacco cigarettes, especially among young people who feel attracted by its striking flavors and the deployment of technology that is used in its design and operation. The SEANs initially emerged in 2003 as a supposed help to quit smoking, at 16 years from this date no clinical studies are confirming their superiority over existing medications for this purpose: nicotine, bupropion and varenicline replacement therapies, or over psychological therapies such as emotional and cognitive-behavioral rational. On the other side, a large amount of evidence has been accumulated on the deleterious effect they have on the health of consumers, the risk they represent is unquestionable and thi...
Enfermería Clínica (English Edition), 2022
OBJECTIVE To assess the clinical practice, barriers, and facilitators in promoting smoking cessat... more OBJECTIVE To assess the clinical practice, barriers, and facilitators in promoting smoking cessation in primary healthcare clinics in Mexico City. MATERIALS AND METHODS A mixed method design was used. Surveys (n = 70) and semi-structured interviews (n = 9) were conducted with health personnel involved in smoking cessation clinics. RESULTS Quantitative data revealed that physicians were more likely than nurses to 1) ask patients if they smoke (57.9% vs 34.5%, p = .057), 2) ask patients if they are interested in quitting smoking (65.7% vs 26.9%, p = .003), 3) provide advice to quit smoking (54.3% vs 29.2%, p = .056), and 4) assess whether pharmacotherapy is needed (21.9% vs 10%, p = .285). Qualitative data showed that nurses were more likely than physicians to report lack of resources to refer patients to smoking cessation services, lack of pharmacotherapy availability, and lack of provider training in smoking cessation. Reported barriers include lack of motivation among patients, lack of time for assessment, long appointment wait times, and lack of training. Reported facilitators include existence of smoking cessation programmes and pharmacotherapy at no cost to the patient, and having a multidisciplinary team. CONCLUSIONS Due to numerous barriers, smoking cessation interventions are partially implemented in primary care clinics in Mexico City. A restructuring of services is necessary, and nurses should be given a more prominent role.
Annals of Hepatology
Endothelial dysfunction has been previously described in metabolic syndrome patients. The levels ... more Endothelial dysfunction has been previously described in metabolic syndrome patients. The levels of circulating endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) inversely correlates with the incidence of cardiovascular disease. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between NAFLD, metabolic syndrome and EPC levels. A cross-sectional pilot study was performed at a university hospital in Mexico. Two groups of patients without previously known chronic diseases were studied and classified according to the presence of NAFLD. Anthropometric, dietary, and biochemical variables, and circulating EPC number were measured and compared between the groups. Forty subjects were included and classified into two groups: patients with NAFLD (n = 20) and a control group (n = 20). The overall prevalence of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome was 25% and 17.5%, respectively. EPC levels were found to be higher in the NAFLD group (p < 0.05) as in the patients with insulin resistance (p < ...
Annals of Hepatology
Recent studies have demonstrated a relationship between insulin resistance (IR) and type 2 diabet... more Recent studies have demonstrated a relationship between insulin resistance (IR) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of T2DM among patients with liver disease. A retrospective study was performed by examining the charts of patients who presented with a diagnosis of liver disease at a university hospital between January 2006 and April 2010. Liver disease was found in 129 patients. The most prevalent liver disease was cirrhosis, with 61 patients (47.2%), 44 patients had hepatitis C virus (34.1%) and 28 patients had hepatocellular carcinoma (21.7%). T2DM was diagnosed in 30 patients, 18 of whom were male (18/60; 30%) and 12 of whom were female (12/69; 17.4%). Only liver cirrhosis was significantly related to T2DM (21 of 61 patients; 34.4%, p < 0.004). The prevalence of T2DM among patients with liver disease (23.2%) is well established and similar to that reported in Western and some Eastern countries.
Salud Publica De Mexico, 2007
Resumen es: Objetivo. Mostrar la utilidad e importancia de la escritura emocional como parte del ... more Resumen es: Objetivo. Mostrar la utilidad e importancia de la escritura emocional como parte del tratamiento psicologico para la ce-sacion del tabaquismo. Material y...
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Gaceta medica de Mexico, 2005
Obesity increases significantly the risk of developing several common gastrointestinal diseases s... more Obesity increases significantly the risk of developing several common gastrointestinal diseases such as gallstone disease (GD) and hepatic steatosis (HS). Elsewhere we have shown a relationship between HDL cholesterol, cholesterol saturation index, and leptin in obese patients loosing weight. Furthermore, leptin plays an important role facilitating HS and possibly in the associated inflammatory process. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between GD and HS. The sample was comprised by patients attending the unit for check-up. Subjects with visible stones or HS by ultrasound (cases) were compared with healthy controls. Demographic and body mass index (BMI) were recorded. Plasma leptin, insulin and serum lipids and lipoproteins levels were measured by standard methods. A total of 317 subjects were included in this study. They were divided in four groups as follows: GD (n=100), HS (n=84), GD + HS (n=33) and controls (n=100). The control group was significantly old...
Salud publica de Mexico, 2010
The tobacco epidemic is a huge public health problem affecting all Latin American countries. Thes... more The tobacco epidemic is a huge public health problem affecting all Latin American countries. These countries have the characteristic of a wide base of the pyramidal population structure, with many young people who have been natural targets for the tobacco industry. Therefore in this region there is an urgent need to establish prevention and treatment strategies capable to reduce incidence and prevalence of tobacco smoking in the population and as a consequence modify the health effects of tobacco consumption. Treating nicotine addiction requires intervention strategies really effective to reduce the number of current smokers as well as giving them tools to avoid relapse and maintain abstinence. Currently poor and vulnerable groups, which represent 44% of the total population in Latin America, are the most susceptible to suffer the health consequences of smoking since they show the highest prevalence rates and have little or no access to health services. The Framework Convention on T...
Enfermería Clínica, 2021
Resumen Objetivo Evaluar las practicas clinicas, barreras y facilitadores para dejar de fumar en ... more Resumen Objetivo Evaluar las practicas clinicas, barreras y facilitadores para dejar de fumar en clinicas de primer nivel de atencion en la Ciudad de Mexico. Material y metodos Diseno de metodos mixtos. Se realizaron encuestas (n = 70) y entrevistas semiestructuradas (n = 9) a personal de salud involucrado en el servicio de las clinicas para dejar de fumar. Resultados Datos cuantitativos muestran que el personal medico realizo mas que el de enfermeria las siguientes practicas: preguntar a pacientes si fumaban (57,9% vs. 34,5%, p = 0,057), si tenian interes en dejar de fumar (65,7% vs. 26,9%, p = 0,003), brindar asesoria (54,3% vs. 29,2%, p = 0,056) y necesidad de farmacoterapia (21,9% vs. 10%, p = 0,285). El personal de enfermeria informo mas que el personal medico la falta de recursos, farmacoterapia y necesidad de capacitacion para asesoria. Los resultados cualitativos muestran como barreras: percepcion de falta de motivacion para dejar de fumar entre pacientes, falta de tiempo en...
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