Resumen Objetivos: Identificar la seropositividad y seronegatividad de IgM para Toxoplasmosis, así como los posibles factores de riesgo asociados a las mismas, en mujeres en edad reproductiva de Tampico, Madero y Altamira, con la finalidad de aportar nueva información contextualizada que permita llevar a cabo acciones de prevención. Material y Métodos. Se determinó la seropositividad y seronegatividad para IgM anti-Toxoplasma gondii mediante muestras de punción dactilar en casetes de TORCH en 50 pacientes femeninas en edad reproductiva de 22 a 35 años de edad de Tampico, Madero y Altamira. Así como su relación con los posibles factores de riesgo asociados a Toxoplasmosis mediante un cuestionario elaborado por los investigadores. Resultados: La seronegatividad y seropositividad de tipo IgM anti-Toxoplasma gondii en 50 mujeres en edad reproductiva de 22 a 35 años de edad en la zona conurbada fue de 100% y 0% respectivamente. Los factores de riesgo asociados a Toxoplasmosis que se presentaron con mayor frecuencia en la población seronegativa fueron el consumo de carne mal cocinada (36%) y la convivencia con gatos (26%). Discusión y Conclusiones: Se encontró una seropositividad nula a IgM anti-Toxoplasma gondii, y una baja frecuencia de exposición y/o contacto con los posibles factores de riesgo asociados a Toxoplasmosis. Se sugiere estudiar poblaciones que acudan al sector público de salud y realizar la búsqueda de anticuerpos anti-Toxoplasma gondii mediante la determinación de ambas pruebas: IgM e IgG.

Abstract Objectives. Identify the seropositivity and seronegativity of IgM for Toxoplasmosis, as well as the possible risk factors associated with them, in women of reproductive age from Tampico, Madero and Altamira, in order to provide new contextualized information that allows carrying out prevention actions. Material and Methods. The seropositivity and seronegativity for IgM anti-Toxoplasma gondii were determined by the fingerprint puncture samples in TORCH cassettes in 50 female patients of reproductive age (22-35 years) from Tampico, Madero and Altamira. As well as its relationship with the possible risk factors associated with Toxoplasmosis through a questionnaire prepared by researchers. Results. Seronegativity and seropositivity of IgM anti-Toxoplasma gondii in 50 women of reproductive age between 22 and 35 years old in the metropolitan area was 100% and 0% respectively. The risk factors associated to Toxoplasmosis with higher frequency in the seronegative population were the consumption of poorly cooked meat (36%) and the coexistence with cats (26%). Discussion and Conclusions. A nule seropositivity to anti-Toxoplasma Gondii IgM and a low frequency of exposure and/or contact with possible risk factors associated with Toxoplasmosis was found

Abstract Avocado represents one of the most nutritious and consumed foods in Mexico, and its export generates significant profits; because of its fatty acids content, the avocado oil was used as an inducer for the synthesis of extracellular lipases from the non-conventional yeast Kluyveromyces marxianus L-2029. Lipases are able to catalyze acyl glycerides, hydrolyzing them into fatty acids and glycerol; they have several applications in various industries. In order to determine the ideal initial avocado oil concentration in the culture medium for the yeast, the induction was carried out at different concentrations in incubation for 24 h. The yeast presented the greater extracellular lipase productivity at a 3.5% v/v avocado oil concentration, with a 3.47 μmol PNF/mg prot * min (U/mL) maximum activity. The enzymatic extract obtained at this condition had an optimum lipase activity temperature of 36 °C and pH 6. The pYJR10W lipase was detected in the enzymatic extract from avocado oil induction, and is therefore responsible for the extracellular lipase activity of K. marxianus.

Resumen Introducción. En la región sur de Nariño prevalecen sistemas tradicionales de producción agrícola, sin embargo, se ha disminuido el área cosechada en cultivos transitorios de papa, maíz y frijol. Para enfrentar esta problemática se ha fortalecido la siembra de arveja, la cual se comercializa en mercados locales y regionales. El departamento de Nariño es el primer productor de arveja en Colombia, y en el 2018 se reportaron 9425 ha, con rendimiento promedio de 1,19 t ha-1. Los agricultores de la zona de estudio son tradicionales y evidencian limitaciones técnicas de producción y comercialización. Objetivo. El objetivo de esta investigación fue analizar la producción y comercialización de arveja en el departamento de Nariño. Materiales y métodos. La investigación fue de carácter descriptivo y permitió establecer costos, volúmenes de producción, épocas de siembra, características del producto, precios y comercialización durante el año 2012. La población objeto del estudio incluyó productores, intermediarios municipales, mayoristas y minoristas, y líderes de asociaciones ubicadas en los municipios productores de arveja. Resultados. La variedad Andina fue la más sembrada, las pérdidas poscosecha fueron del 52 %, los precios presentaron variaciones por efecto de la estacionalidad de la producción, y el mayor volumen de producción fue canalizado por intermediarios. Conclusiones. La producción y comercialización de arveja en Nariño presenta dificultades que requieren de una planificación de las siembras para equilibrar los volúmenes de producción, acceder al crédito de fomento, capacitar y organizar a los agricultores y propiciar alianzas estratégicas para garantizar condiciones en la cadena de valor.

Abstract Introduction. Traditional agricultural production systems prevail in the southern region of Nariño, however, the area harvested from transitory potato, corn and beans crops has been decreased. To address this problem, pea planting has been strengthened, which is marketed in local and regional markets. The department of Nariño is the first pea producer in Colombia, and in 2018, 9425 ha were reported, with an average yield of 1.19 t ha-1. The farmers in the study area are traditional and show technical limitations of production and commercialization. Objective. The objective of the investigation was to analyze the production and commercialization of peas in the department of Nariño. Materials and methods. The research was descriptive and allowed to establish costs, production volumes, planting times, product characteristics, prices, and marketing during 2012. The target population included producers, municipal intermediaries, wholesalers and retailers, and association leaders located in the pea-producing municipalities. Results. The Andean variety was the most sown, the post-harvest losses were 52 %, the prices vary due to the seasonality of production, and the greater volume of production was channeled through intermediaries. Conclusions. The production and commercialization of peas in Nariño presents difficulties that requiere sowing planning to balance production volumes, access development credit, train and organize farmers, and foster strategic alliances to guarantee conditions in the value chain.

Resumen Este trabajo se propone identificar los obstáculos que enfrentan individuos jóvenes en tratamiento de diálisis peritoneal, así como examinar las estrategias de afrontamiento que utilizan en la atención renal. Para ello, se llevó a cabo un estudio cualitativo desde una perspectiva crítico-interpretativa. Participaron 12 jóvenes con insuficiencia renal y en tratamiento de diálisis peritoneal, viviendo en Guadalajara, México. Mediante un muestreo por bola de nieve, se seleccionaron siete hombres y cinco mujeres. La información se obtuvo mediante entrevistas narrativas y observación participante, además de conversaciones en WhatsApp y Facebook. Se hizo análisis de contenido. Además del consentimiento informado, se aseguró el anonimato y la confidencialidad de la información. Los resultados desvelan cuatro ejes temáticos que emergen del análisis de la información: Enfrentando dificultades económicas, Viviendo las deficiencias de los servicios de salud, Interferencias en la comunicación con los profesionales sanitarios y En búsqueda permanente de estrategias. Múltiples estrategias se emplean para enfrentar los problemas económicos, la falta de información y el control emocional. Se observó que la falta de recursos económicos es el principal obstáculo que enfrentan los jóvenes en diálisis. Estos jóvenes impulsan estrategias, junto con familiares y sus pares, para afrontar las dificultades.

Abstract This study aims at identifying the obstacles faced by young individuals on peritoneal dialysis treatment, as well as to examine the coping strategies they use in renal care. A qualitative study was carried out from a critical-interpretative approach. Participants were 12 young people with kidney failure, under peritoneal dialysis treatment, who lived in Guadalajara, Mexico. Using a snowball sampling, seven men and five women were selected. The data was obtained through narrative interviews and participant observation, as well as conversations on WhatsApp and Facebook. Content analysis was conducted. In addition to informed consent, anonymity and confidentiality of the information were ensured. Four main themes emerged from data analysis: Facing economic difficulties, Living the health services deficiencies, Interference in communication with health professionals, and The permanent search for strategies. Several strategies are used mainly to solve economic problems, lack of information and emotional control. Lack of economic resources is the main obstacle faced by young people under dialysis treatment. Young people employ strategies together with family members and their peers to face the difficulties encountered.

Abstract This study aims at identifying the obstacles faced by young individuals on peritoneal dialysis treatment, as well as to examine the coping strategies they use in renal care. A qualitative study was carried out from a critical-interpretative approach. Participants were 12 young people with kidney failure, under peritoneal dialysis treatment, who lived in Guadalajara, Mexico. Using a snowball sampling, seven men and five women were selected. The data was obtained through narrative interviews and participant observation, as well as conversations on WhatsApp and Facebook. Content analysis was conducted. In addition to informed consent, anonymity and confidentiality of the information were ensured. Four main themes emerged from data analysis: Facing economic difficulties, Living the health services deficiencies, Interference in communication with health professionals, and The permanent search for strategies. Several strategies are used mainly to solve economic problems, lack of information and emotional control. Lack of economic resources is the main obstacle faced by young people under dialysis treatment. Young people employ strategies together with family members and their peers to face the difficulties encountered.

Resumen Este trabajo se propone identificar los obstáculos que enfrentan individuos jóvenes en tratamiento de diálisis peritoneal, así como examinar las estrategias de afrontamiento que utilizan en la atención renal. Para ello, se llevó a cabo un estudio cualitativo desde una perspectiva crítico-interpretativa. Participaron 12 jóvenes con insuficiencia renal y en tratamiento de diálisis peritoneal, viviendo en Guadalajara, México. Mediante un muestreo por bola de nieve, se seleccionaron siete hombres y cinco mujeres. La información se obtuvo mediante entrevistas narrativas y observación participante, además de conversaciones en WhatsApp y Facebook. Se hizo análisis de contenido. Además del consentimiento informado, se aseguró el anonimato y la confidencialidad de la información. Los resultados desvelan cuatro ejes temáticos que emergen del análisis de la información: Enfrentando dificultades económicas, Viviendo las deficiencias de los servicios de salud, Interferencias en la comunicación con los profesionales sanitarios y En búsqueda permanente de estrategias. Múltiples estrategias se emplean para enfrentar los problemas económicos, la falta de información y el control emocional. Se observó que la falta de recursos económicos es el principal obstáculo que enfrentan los jóvenes en diálisis. Estos jóvenes impulsan estrategias, junto con familiares y sus pares, para afrontar las dificultades.

Abstract Objective: To compare plasma coloidosmotic pressure of patients with severe preeclampsia at sea level with Mexico City. Materials and methods: Cross-sectional study that included 372 pregnant patients with severe preeclampsia: 172 residents of the area of Ciudad Obregon, Sonora, Mexico, located at 40 meters above sea level, and 200 patients living in Mexico City, at an altitude of 2,250 meters. Clinical laboratory results were consulted to calculate plasma coloidosmotic pressure and perform comparison. For statistical analysis, descriptive and inferential statistics (Student t test, Pearson correlation coefficient) were used. Value of p < 0.05 was considered significant. Statistical program Spreeclampsia severaS version 20 was used. Results: The mean plasma coloidosmotic pressure of patients of Ciudad Obregon was 18.10 ± 2.18 mmHg (range 11.88 to 21.80), and in patients from Mexico City was 18.93 ± 2.72 mmHg (range 10.31 to 23.94), with significant difference (p = 0.0016). Mean albumin was 2.49 ± 0.35 vs 2.81 ± 0.44 g/dL (p = 0.0208) and globulin 2.99 ± 0.57 vs 2.30 ± 0.48 g/dL (p = 0.0118). Correlation plasma coloidosmotic pressure vs albumin was Ciudad Obregon 0.927 and Mexico City 0.969. Conclusion: Plasma coloidosmotic pressure of pregnant patients with severe preeclampsia in a geographic area at sea level with Mexico City was different. It would be convenient to perform regional measurements of plasma coloidosmotic pressure to establish its value according to the characteristics of both patient and geographic area.

Resumen Objetivo: Comparar la presión coloidosmótica del plasma de pacientes con preeclampsia severa residentes de dos áreas geográficas distintas, una situada a 40 m sobre el nivel del mar y la otra a 2250 m. Materiales y métodos: Estudio transversal, comparativo y analítico efectuado en pacientes embarazadas, con preeclampsia severa, residentes de la región de Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, México, situada a 40 metros sobre el nivel del mar y enfermas habitantes de la Ciudad de México, que se ubica a 2250 metros sobre el nivel del mar. Se consultaron sus reportes de estudios de laboratorio clínico para calcular la presión coloidosmótica del plasma y compararlos. Para el análisis de los datos se utilizó estadística descriptiva e inferencial (prueba t de Student y el coeficiente de correlación de Pearson) . Fue significativo el valor p < 0.05. Se utilizó el programa estadístico SPS, versión 20. Resultados: Se estudiaron 372 pacientes. La media de presión coloidosmótica del plasma de las pacientes de Ciudad Obregón fue 18.10 ± 2.18 mmHg (límites 11.88 y 21.80) y 18.93 ± 2.72 mmHg (límites 10.31 y 23.94) de la Ciudad de México, con diferencia significativa (p = 0.0016). La media de albúmina fue 2.49 ± 0.35 vs 2.81 ± 0.44 g/dL (p = 0.0208) y globulinas 2.99 ± 0.57 vs 2.30 ± 0.48 g/dL (p = 0.0118). La correlación de la presión coloidosmótica del plasma vs albúmina para Ciudad Obregón fue de 0.927 y de la Ciudad de México 0.969. Conclusión: La presión coloidosmótica del plasma de las pacientes con preeclampsia severa de un área geográfica a nivel del mar y de la Ciudad de México fue diferente. Puede ser conveniente efectuar mediciones regionales para establecer su valor acorde con las características de las enfermas y su zona geográfica.

Resumo: Este artigo investiga perguntas relativas à febre amarela e ao destino político de Cuba no final do século XIX. Um dispositivo terapêutico usado para tratar a doença foi inventado nesse período - a câmara polar. Ela oferece uma perspectiva útil para reconstituir a tradição da pesquisa espanhola da febre amarela em Cuba, um tópico muito negligenciado pela histografia médica. A falta de registro histórico deste dispositivo explica, em parte, a complexa luta por hegemonia científica entre instituições e pesquisadores espanhóis, cubanos e norte-americanos. Finalmente, abordamos a política da câmara polar, analisando como esta invenção visava oferecer uma solução especial para a complexa luta tríplice pelo futuro político de Cuba.

Abstract: This paper explores questions related to yellow fever and the political destiny of Cuba in the late nineteenth century. A forgotten therapeutic device to treat the disease invented in that period, the “polar chamber” (cámara polar), provides a useful standpoint for reconstructing the tradition of Spanish yellow fever research in Cuba, a topic largely neglected by the medical historiography. The failed history of this device can also illuminate the complex struggle for scientific hegemony between Spanish, Cuban, and US institutions and researchers. Finally, we focus on the politics of the polar chamber by analyzing how this invention intended to provide a particular solution for the complex, threefold struggle for Cuba’s political future.

Resumo A porção central do Chile é reconhecidamente uma área com ecossistemas únicos de alta prioridade para conservação. Isso se deve aos altos níveis de endemismo na região e pressões antrópicas intensas. Durante quase quatro décadas, a caturrita tem obtido sucesso em seu estabelecimento e dispersão na área urbana de Santiago, apesar da falta de conhecimento com relação ao seu potencial impacto. Além disso, não há informações sobre riscos epidemiológicos para animais e tampouco para humanos. Motivado por essa questão, foi realizado o primeiro levantamento parasitário de caturritas no Chile a partir da captura, necropsia e inspeção interna e externa de 92 indivíduos adultos. Deste total, 45,7% apresentaram piolhos da espécie Paragoniocotes fulvofasciatum, 1,1% apresentaram ácaros da ordem Mesostigmata, e 8,9% apresentaram ácaros de vida livre. Dentre 89 caturritas, 19,1% apresentaram estruturas identificadas como Cryptosporidium sp. Este estudo apresenta a primeira descrição de Cryptosporidium sp. em caturritas. Ademais, a presença de ácaros da ordem Mesostigmata em uma das aves serve como um alerta para saúde pública, considerando que estes dois parasitas apresentam potencial zoonótico.

Abstract Central Chile has been identified as a unique ecosystem with high conservation priority because of its high levels of endemism and intensive anthropic pressure. Over a period of almost four decades, the monk parakeet has been successful in establishing and dispersing in urban Santiago, although little is known about its potential impact. Furthermore, nothing is known about its epidemiological risks towards animals or even humans. For this reason, we conducted the first parasitic survey of monk parakeets in Chile through capture, necropsy and thorough external and internal inspection of 92 adult individuals. Among these, 45.7% presented lice that were identified as Paragoniocotes fulvofasciatum, 1.1% had mesostigmatid acari and 8.9% had free-ranging acari. Among 89 parakeets, 19.1% had structures identified as Cryptosporidium sp. This study provides the first description of Cryptosporidium sp. in monk parakeets. Along with the presence of a mesostigmatid acarus in one parakeet, this serves as a public health warning, given that both of these parasites have zoonotic potential.

Abstract This article studies the central role of nation-states in the Red Cross during the interwar period. In the late nineteenth century, Spain pioneered the creation of European-style humanitarian institutions in Morocco. However, its perennial instability as a state, aggravated by the colonial disaster of 1898, put an end to the regenerationist project of a Moroccan Red Cross. When the Spanish protectorate was established in 1912, the Spanish Red Cross was overshadowed by competition from its French counterpart, the internationalization of Tangiers and resistance from the local inhabitants. This culminated in the so-called Rif War of 1921-1927, a mixture of anticolonial revolt and international war that vividly exposed the ingrained deficiencies of the Spanish State and its Red Cross.

Resumen Este trabajo estudia la función central que los Estados-nación continuaron teniendo en la Cruz Roja durante el periodo de entreguerras. A finales del siglo XIX, España lideró la creación de instituciones humanitarias de estilo europeo en Marruecos. Sin embargo, su secular inestabilidad como Estado, agravada por el desastre colonial de 1898, terminó con el proyecto regeneracionista de una Cruz Roja marroquí. Cuando en 1912 se estableció el protectorado español, la Cruz Roja Española quedó marginada por la competencia francesa, la internacionalización de Tánger y el rechazo local. Éste último culminó en la llamada Guerra del Rif de 1921-1927, mezcla de revuelta anticolonial y guerra internacional, que expuso de forma cruda las prolongadas necesidades del Estado español y su Cruz Roja.

Objective: In the setting of the increasing use of closed systems for reconstitution and preparation of these drugs, we intend to analyze the correct use of these systems in the Hospital Pharmacy, with the objective to minimize the risks of exposure not only for those professionals directly involved, but also for all the staff in the unit, taking also into account efficiency criteria. Method: Since some systems protect against aerosol formation but not from vapours, we decided to review which cytostatics should be prepared using an awl with an air inlet valve, in order to implement a new working procedure. We reviewed the formulations available in our hospital, with the following criteria: method of administration, excipients, and potential hazard for the staff handling them. We measured the diameters of the vials. We selected drugs with Level 1 Risk and also those including alcohol-based excipients, which could generate vapours. Outcomes: Out of the 66 reviewed formulations, we concluded that 11 drugs should be reconstituted with this type of awl: busulfan, cabazitaxel, carmustine, cyclophosphamide, eribulin, etoposide, fotemustine, melphalan, paclitaxel, temsirolimus and thiotepa; these represented an 18% of the total volume of formulations. Conclusions: The selection of healthcare products must be done at the Hospital Pharmacy, because the use of a system with an air valve inlet only for those drugs selected led to an outcome of savings and a more efficient use of materials. In our experience, we confirmed that the use of the needle could only be avoided when the awl could adapt to the different formulations of cytostatics, and this is only possible when different types of awls are available. Besides, connections were only really closed when a single awl was used for each vial. The change in working methodology when handling these drugs, as a result of this study, will allow us to start different studies about environmental contamination as a future line of work.

Objetivo: En el contexto del auge de los sistemas cerrados para la reconstitución y preparación de estos fármacos, se propone analizar el uso correcto de estos sistemas en el servicio de farmacia, con el objetivo de minimizar los riesgos de exposición no solo de los trabajadores expuestos, sino de todos los trabajadores del servicio, atendiendo también a criterios de eficiencia. Método: Puesto que algunos sistemas protegen frente a la formación de aerosoles pero no frente a vapores, decidimos revisar qué citostáticos debían prepararse con un punzón que constase de una válvula de admisión de aire para implementar un nuevo procedimiento de trabajo. Se revisaron las presentaciones disponibles en nuestro hospital atendiendo a: vía de administración, excipientes y riesgo para el personal manipulador, y se midieron los diámetros de los viales. Se seleccionaron tanto los fármacos de riesgo 1 como aquellos cuyos excipientes incluyesen vehículos alcohólicos, susceptibles de formar vapores. Resultados: De las 66 presentaciones revisadas, un total de 11 fármacos debían reconstituirse con este tipo de punzón: busulfán, cabazitaxel, carmustina, ciclofosfamida, eribulina, etopósido, fotemustina, melfalán, paclitaxel, temsirolimús y tiotepa; representando un 18% respecto al volumen total de presentaciones. Conclusiones: La selección de los productos sanitarios debe realizarse desde los servicios de farmacia, ya que la utilización de un sistema con válvula de admisión de aire para tan solo los fármacos seleccionados supuso un ahorro y un empleo más eficiente del material. Desde nuestra experiencia comprobamos que el uso de la aguja solo podía relegarse si el punzón se adaptaba a las diferentes presentaciones de citostáticos, y esto solo se consigue disponiendo de varios tipos de punzones. Además, las conexiones solo estaban realmente cerradas si se utilizaba un punzón por cada vial. Con el cambio en la metodología de trabajo a la hora de manipular estos fármacos, producida como resultado de este estudio, se pretenden realizar estudios de contaminación ambiental en una línea de trabajo futuro.

Morocco was the last North African country in which a Pasteur institute was created, nearly two decades later than in Tunisia and Algeria. In fact, two institutes were opened, the first in Tangier in 1913 and the second in Casablanca in 1932. This duplication, far from being a measure of success, was the material expression of the troubles Pastorians had experienced in getting a solid foothold in the country since the late 19th century. These problems partly derived from the pre-existence of a modest Spanish-Moroccan bacteriological tradition, developed since the late 1880s within the framework of the Sanitary Council and Hygiene Commission of Tangier, and partly from the uncoordinated nature of the initiatives launched from Paris and Algiers. Although a Pasteur Institute was finally established, with Paul Remlinger as director, the failure of France to impose its colonial rule over the whole country, symbolized by the establishment of an international regime in Tangier, resulted in the creation of a second centre in Casablanca. While elucidating many hitherto unclear facts about the entangled origins of both institutes, the author points to the solidity of the previously independent Moroccan state as a major factor behind the troubled translation of Pastorianism to Morocco. Systematically dismissed or downplayed by colonial and postcolonial historiography, this solidity disrupted the French takeover of the country and therefore Pastorian expectations.

O propósito do estudo foi revisar os artigos empíricos sobre a visão do profissional de saúde em relação à doação e transplante de órgãos. Uma revisão panorâmica da literatura foi realizada em espanhol, inglês e português; e a busca desenvolvida em oito bases de dados e dois motores de busca. O período analisado foi de 1985 a 2013. Análises de frequências e conteúdo foram desenvolvidas. Dos 316 trabalhos identificados, 248 foram selecionados. A produção concentra-se em termos espaciais e temporais, predominando aqueles trabalhos com metodologias quantitativas. As publicações priorizaram a perspectiva dos médicos e profissionais da enfermagem sobre outros atores, como os diretores. As atitudes dos profissionais de saúde sobre a doação de órgãos de falecido foi o tópico mais estudado. Conclui-se que um número cada vez maior de estudos quantitativos analisa a perspectiva dos médicos e profissionais de enfermagem sobre a doação e transplante de órgãos de falecidos.

The purpose of this study was to review the empirical studies on health personnel's views towards organ donation and transplantation. A scoping review was carried out in English, Portuguese and Spanish. The search was conducted in eight databases, and two search engines. Four groups of descriptors were used. The period covered was 1985 to 2013. Frequency and content analysis was performed. Two hundred forty-eight articles were selected, out of 316 identified. The literature is temporally and geographically clustered. Quantitative studies predominate. The studies prioritized the perspective of medical and nursing personnel over other actors, such as directors and organ donation coordinators. Health personnel's attitudes toward deceased organ donation was the most examined topic. In conclusion, a growing quantitative literature analyzes the perspective of physicians and nurses with regard to deceased organ donation and transplantation.

El objetivo de este estudio fue revisar los estudios empíricos sobre la visión del personal de salud respecto a la donación y trasplante de órganos. Se hizo una revisión panorámica de la literatura en español, inglés y portugués; realizándose la búsqueda en dos buscadores y ocho bases de datos. El periodo abarca de 1985 al 2013. Se hizo análisis de contenido y frecuencias. De 316 artículos identificados, 248 fueron seleccionados. Según los hallazgos, los trabajos se concentraron en términos temporales y espaciales; predominando aquellos con metodologías cuantitativas. Las publicaciones priorizaron la perspectiva del personal médico y enfermería sobre las de otros actores, como directivos y coordinadores de donación. Las actitudes del personal sanitario hacia la donación de órganos de fallecido fue el tema más estudiado. Se concluye que una producción creciente de tipo cuantitativo analiza la perspectiva de médicos y enfermeras sobre la donación y trasplante de órganos de fallecido.