Universidad Adventista de Chile

Adolescent Pregnancy and Perinatal Outcomes: A Hospital‐Based Cross‐Sectional Study

ABSTRACT Background Adolescent pregnancy is linked to adverse perinatal outcomes, yet distinctions between early (10–14 years) and late (15–19 years) adolescence and the impact of prenatal care adequacy remain unclear. We compared perinatal outcomes across maternal‐age groups and...

Applicability of anthropometric indices for assessing speed and agility in children and adolescents: proposed reference values by age and sex

OBJECTIVE: a) To verify the applicability of anthropometric indices (body mass index (BMI), tri- weight index (TWI), body surface area (BSA)) for evaluating velocity and agility tests in children and adolescents, and to propose reference values. METHODS: A descriptive cross-secti...

Association between fluid balance, muscle strength, and muscle quality in critically ill patients: a retrospective observational study

Abstract Background Intensive Care Unit–acquired weakness (ICUAW) is a frequent complication that significantly impairs functional recovery in critically ill patients. Fluid overload during critical illness has been associated with adverse outcomes, but its relationship with peri...