Guillermo F. López Sánchez
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View article: Bamboo consumption and health outcomes: A systematic review and call to action
Bamboo consumption and health outcomes: A systematic review and call to action Open
Despite the popularity and potential nutritional benefits of bamboo consumption in aiding the prevention and management of several health conditions, to date, no attempt has been made to collate and critically appraise all literature on ba…
View article: Top 10 drugs most frequently associated with adverse events of myocarditis and pericarditis
Top 10 drugs most frequently associated with adverse events of myocarditis and pericarditis Open
Myocarditis and pericarditis are managed with various treatments, yet prior studies and case reports indicate that certain drug classes may elevate the risk for these inflammatory cardiac conditions. This research aimed to systematically i…
View article: Effects of photobiomodulation on multiple health outcomes: an umbrella review of randomized clinical trials
Effects of photobiomodulation on multiple health outcomes: an umbrella review of randomized clinical trials Open
PBM appeared beneficial for some health conditions, such as the strongest support for fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis-related disability, and cognitive impairment. However, given the overall low-to-moderate certainty of evidence for most endp…
View article: Physical multimorbidity and dynapenic abdominal obesity among older adults from low- and middle-income countries
Physical multimorbidity and dynapenic abdominal obesity among older adults from low- and middle-income countries Open
Background As far as we are aware, to date, there are no studies on the association between dynapenic abdominal obesity (DAO) and physical multimorbidity (i.e., ≥2 chronic conditions). Thus, we aimed to examine this association among older…
View article: Association between dynapenic abdominal obesity and mild cognitive impairment among middle-aged and older community-dwelling adults
Association between dynapenic abdominal obesity and mild cognitive impairment among middle-aged and older community-dwelling adults Open
Objectives Dynapenic abdominal obesity (DAO) may potentially increase risk for mild cognitive impairment (MCI), but data is scarce, and community-based studies are lacking. Thus, we aimed to investigate the association between DAO and MCI …
View article: Global estimates of vaccine-associated narcolepsy from 1967 to 2023
Global estimates of vaccine-associated narcolepsy from 1967 to 2023 Open
Regional evidence on the signal detection between narcolepsy and vaccines is scarcely available and insufficiently understood, thus impeding a comprehensive understanding of this relationship on a global scale. Therefore, this study aimed …
View article: Identification of the Top 15 Drugs Associated With Anaphylaxis: A Pharmacovigilance Study
Identification of the Top 15 Drugs Associated With Anaphylaxis: A Pharmacovigilance Study Open
Background Drug‐associated anaphylaxis is a common condition with significant risks if not promptly addressed. Yet, systematic research on the distribution of associated drugs and risk comparison across drug classes is limited. This study …
View article: Association Between Unclean Cooking Fuel Use and Hearing Problems Among Adults Aged ≥ 65 Years, a Cross‐Sectional Study
Association Between Unclean Cooking Fuel Use and Hearing Problems Among Adults Aged ≥ 65 Years, a Cross‐Sectional Study Open
Background and Aims Literature suggests that outdoor air pollutant exposure is associated with hearing problems, but examination of this link has not extended to any potential association between hearing ability and the use of unclean cook…
View article: Temporal Trends in Inadequate Vegetable and Fruit Consumption Among Adolescents Aged 12–15 Years From 31 Countries in Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Temporal Trends in Inadequate Vegetable and Fruit Consumption Among Adolescents Aged 12–15 Years From 31 Countries in Asia, Africa, and the Americas Open
Background and Aims A low intake of fruit and vegetable consumption has been found to be associated with a plethora of negative health outcomes in adolescents. However, there is a scarcity of literature on long‐term trends in fruit and veg…
View article: The association between physical multimorbidity and fall-related injury among adults aged ≥ 50 years from low- and middle-income countries
The association between physical multimorbidity and fall-related injury among adults aged ≥ 50 years from low- and middle-income countries Open
Studies from high-income countries have shown that multimorbidity is associated with increased fall risk among older adults. However, studies specifically on this topic from low- and middle-income counties (LMICs) are lacking. Thus, we aim…
View article: Nationwide Trends in Screen Time and Associated Risk Factors by Family Structures Among Adolescents, 2008-2022: Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study
Nationwide Trends in Screen Time and Associated Risk Factors by Family Structures Among Adolescents, 2008-2022: Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background Although understanding long-term trends in adolescent screen time and the influence of family structure is essential, there is a lack of research addressing these issues comprehensively. Objective This study aimed to conduct com…
View article: National Trends in Asthma Prevalence among Adolescents in South Korea, 2007–2023: A National Representative Serial Study
National Trends in Asthma Prevalence among Adolescents in South Korea, 2007–2023: A National Representative Serial Study Open
Introduction: Although previous studies have analyzed trends in asthma prevalence among adolescents before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, research specifically investigating asthma prevalence after the pandemic is lacking. Therefore, th…
View article: Global, Regional, and National Trends in Maternal Mortality Ratio Across 37 High Income Countries From 1990 to 2021, With Projections up to 2050: A Comprehensive Analysis From the WHO Mortality Database
Global, Regional, and National Trends in Maternal Mortality Ratio Across 37 High Income Countries From 1990 to 2021, With Projections up to 2050: A Comprehensive Analysis From the WHO Mortality Database Open
This study reveals a significant global decline in MMR since 1990, with projections indicating further decreases up to 2050, despite persistent increases in indirect causes and mortality among older age groups. These findings highlight the…
View article: Global, regional, and national trends in drug use disorder mortality rates across 73 countries from 1990 to 2021, with projections up to 2040: a global time-series analysis and modelling study
Global, regional, and national trends in drug use disorder mortality rates across 73 countries from 1990 to 2021, with projections up to 2040: a global time-series analysis and modelling study Open
National Research Foundation and Ministry of Science and ICT of South Korea.
View article: Five-repetition sit-to-stand test validation in adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities
Five-repetition sit-to-stand test validation in adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities Open
This study aims to validate the five repetition sit to stand test (5R-STS) test as a measure of strength and functionality in adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). The sample was made up of 159 subjects with ID (85 ad…
View article: Association Between Sociodemographic Factors and Vaccine Acceptance for Influenza and SARS-CoV-2 in South Korea: Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study
Association Between Sociodemographic Factors and Vaccine Acceptance for Influenza and SARS-CoV-2 in South Korea: Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background The imperative arises to study the impact of socioeconomic factors on the acceptance of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza vaccines amid changes in immunization policies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Objective To enhance targeted public h…
View article: Dynapenic abdominal obesity and activities of daily living disability among older adults residing in low- and middle-income countries
Dynapenic abdominal obesity and activities of daily living disability among older adults residing in low- and middle-income countries Open
Background Dynapenic abdominal obesity (DAO) may be associated with an increased risk of disability. However, to date, this has not been investigated in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), while the mediators are largely unknown. Aim…
View article: National Trends in the Prevalence of Self-Perceived Overweight Among Adolescents Between 2005 and 2022: Nationwide Representative Study
National Trends in the Prevalence of Self-Perceived Overweight Among Adolescents Between 2005 and 2022: Nationwide Representative Study Open
Background Despite several studies on self-evaluation of health and body shape, existing research on the risk factors of self-perceived overweight is insufficient, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Objective This study aims to ident…
View article: National trends in thyroid disease and COVID-19 pandemic-related factors, 1998–2021: A nationwide representative study in South Korea
National trends in thyroid disease and COVID-19 pandemic-related factors, 1998–2021: A nationwide representative study in South Korea Open
A nationwide representative study in South Korea revealed an increasing trend in the prevalence of thyroid disease over 24 years, particularly among the older population. Despite the minimal variation during the pandemic, our findings emph…
View article: National Trends in the Prevalence of Unmet Health Care and Dental Care Needs During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Longitudinal Study in South Korea, 2009-2022
National Trends in the Prevalence of Unmet Health Care and Dental Care Needs During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Longitudinal Study in South Korea, 2009-2022 Open
Background Although previous studies have investigated trends in unmet health care and dental care needs, most have focused on specific groups, such as patients with chronic conditions and older adults, and have been limited by smaller dat…
View article: Teriparatide in postmenopausal osteoporosis: uncovering novel insights into efficacy and safety compared to other treatments – a systematic review and meta-analysis
Teriparatide in postmenopausal osteoporosis: uncovering novel insights into efficacy and safety compared to other treatments – a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Objective The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of teriparatide compared to other treatments for postmenopausal osteoporosis. Methods A review of studies from 2000 to January 2023 analyzed randomized controlled trial…
View article: Global burden of vaccine‐associated rheumatic diseases and their related vaccines, 1967–2023: A comprehensive analysis of the international pharmacovigilance database
Global burden of vaccine‐associated rheumatic diseases and their related vaccines, 1967–2023: A comprehensive analysis of the international pharmacovigilance database Open
Vaccine‐associated rheumatic diseases are rare but one of the most feared adverse drug reactions (ADRs). However, this topic has been investigated less with large‐scale data in the literature. With the rapid progress in the development and…
View article: Mild Cognitive Impairment and Suicidal Ideation Among Adults Aged 65 Years or Older From Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Mild Cognitive Impairment and Suicidal Ideation Among Adults Aged 65 Years or Older From Low- and Middle-Income Countries Open
Objectives Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a unique indicator of underlying distress that may be strongly associated with suicide risk. Despite this, to date, no study has examined the association between MCI and suicidal ideation. Ther…
View article: National and Regional Trends in the Prevalence of Hypertension in South Korea Amid the Pandemic, 2009-2022: Nationwide Study of Over 3 Million Individuals
National and Regional Trends in the Prevalence of Hypertension in South Korea Amid the Pandemic, 2009-2022: Nationwide Study of Over 3 Million Individuals Open
Background Understanding the association between hypertension prevalence and socioeconomic and behavioral variables during a pandemic is essential, and this analysis should extend beyond short-term trends. Objective This study aims to exam…