Abstract Paper aims This study has the objective of mapping and empirically validating KPIs that can be used to assess healthcare supply chain risks. Originality We combined two methodological approaches: i) we conducted a systematic literature review to identify the healthcare supply chain risk assessment KPIs and ii) We grouped these KPIs into five constructs and validated their relations using PLS-SEM. Research method This is the only study that presents a systematic literature review to identify KPIs that measure healthcare supply chain risks, groups the KPIs into a theoretical framework, and presents a PLS-SEM validation. This study used data from Brazil, from a variety of healthcare supply chain organizations (suppliers, OEMs, clinics, and hospitals), therefore we cannot guarantee that the study can be generalized. Main findings The systematic literature review identified 27 KPIs which were grouped into five constructs. The structural model supported by the PLS-SEM technique revealed that reliability, responsiveness, costs, and agility are antecedents to healthcare supply chain quality. Implications for theory and practice Managers may rely upon this study to understand that healthcare supply chain reliability and responsiveness are antecedents to healthcare supply chain costs and agility, which are antecedents to healthcare supply chain quality.

Abstract Objective To explore the main sexuality complaints of gynecologic cancer survivors after treatment and to identify the care strategies provided. Data Source Searches were conducted in six electronic databases: Scopus, Web of Science, LILACS, MEDLINE, PsychINFO, and EMBASE. Study Selection Articles published between 2010 and 2020 were selected and the following descriptors were used in the English language: female genital neoplasms and gynaecological cancer. The methodological quality of the studies used the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT). Data Collection The primary data extracted were: names of the authors, year of publication, country of origin, objective and type of study, data collection instrument, sample size and age range, types of cancer, and symptoms affected with the strategies adopted. Data Summary A total of 34 out of 2,536 screened articles were included. The main strategies found for patient care were patient-clinician communication, practices for sexuality care, individualized care plan, multiprofessional team support, and development of rehabilitation programs. For sexuality care, the most common practices are pelvic physiotherapy sessions and the use of vaginal gels and moisturizers. Conclusion The main complaints identified in the scientific literature were low libido and lack of interest in sexual activity, vaginal dryness, pain during sexual intercourse, and stenosis. Different care strategies may be adopted, such as follow-up with a multidisciplinary health team and sexual health rehabilitation programs, which could minimize these symptoms and ensure the quality of life of patients.

Resumo Objetivo Explorar as principais queixas da sexualidade com sobreviventes de câncer ginecológico após o tratamento e identificar as estratégias de cuidados prestados. Fonte dos Dados As buscas foram realizadas em seis bases eletrônicas: Scopus, Web of Science, LILACS, MEDLINE, PsychINFO e EMBASE. Seleção dos Estudos Foram selecionados artigos publicados entre 2010 e 2020 e os descritores utilizados (em inglês) foram female genital neoplasms e gynaecological cancer. A qualidade metodológica dos estudos utilizou a ferramenta Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT). Coleta de Dados Os principais dados extraídos foram: nomes dos autores, ano de publicação, país de origem, objetivo e tipo de estudo, instrumento para coleta de dados, tamanho da amostra e faixa etária, tipos de câncer, os sintomas acometidos e as estratégias adotadas. Síntese dos Dados Dos 2,536 artigos identificados, 34 foram incluídos. As principais estratégias encontradas para os cuidados aos pacientes foram a comunicação paciente-médico, práticas para os cuidados sexuais, plano de cuidados individualizado, apoio a equipes multiprofissionais e desenvolvimento de programas de reabilitação. Para os cuidados de sexualidade, as práticas mais comuns são sessões de fisioterapia pélvica e o uso de géis vaginais e hidratantes. Conclusão As principais queixas identificadas na literatura científica foram baixa libido e falta de interesse na atividade sexual, secura vaginal, dor durante a relação sexual e estenose. Diferentes estratégias de cuidados podem ser adotadas, como o acompanhamento com uma equipe de saúde multidisciplinar e programas de reabilitação da saúde sexual, as quais poderiam minimizar estes sintomas e garantir a qualidade de vida dos pacientes.

ABSTRACT Purpose: To develop and validate a new test of specific technical skills required for microsurgical varicocelectomy. Materials and Methods: An electronic questionnaire was sent to 558 members of the Brazilian Society of Urology for the validation of the task-specific checklist (TSC) for assessment of microsurgical varicocelectomy. Participants who had experience in this procedure were selected as judges. For construct validation, 12 participants including attending urologists and urological residents in training were recruited for voluntary participation. We formed a group of three experts and a group of nine novices, who had to perform the steps of microsurgical varicocelectomy on a simulation model using human placenta. Each participant was filmed and two blinded raters would then evaluate their performance using the TSC of microsurgical varicocelectomy. Results: 14 judges were recruited. The assessment tool was reformulated, according to the judges suggestions and had the content validity achieved. The final version of the TSC was comprised of the task-specific score, a series of 4 items scored in a binary fashion designed for microscopic sub-inguinal varicocelectomy. The differences between the performance of participants with different levels of experience reflected the construct validity. The reliability between the raters was high. The mean time required to complete the training of microsurgical varicocelectomy in simulation model was significantly shorter for experts compared to novices (201 vs. 496 seconds, p=0.01). Conclusions: This preliminary study suggests that the task-specific checklist of microsurgical varicocelectomy is reliable and valid in assessing microsurgical skills.

RESUMO OBJETIVOS Objetivou-se com este trabalho adaptar transculturalmente o instrumento Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skill (Osats) para o português-brasileiro e validá-lo no Brasil. MÉTODOS Uma versão em português-brasileiro do Osats foi criada por meio de um processo de tradução, retrotradução, versão consensual por um comitê de especialistas e pré-teste, seguido da etapa de validação. Para validades de constructo e concorrente, foram recrutados 12 participantes da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, divididos em um grupo de seis especialistas e um grupo de seis novatos, que tiveram de realizar tarefas em modelos de simulação utilizando placentas humanas. Cada participante foi filmado em anonimato e dois examinadores avaliaram os seus desempenhos usando o método tradicional subjetivo e depois a versão em português-brasileiro do Osats. RESULTADOS A versão em português-brasileiro do Osats alcançou as validades de face, de conteúdo, de constructo e concorrente. A média e o desvio padrão das pontuações atribuídas aos especialistas foram, respectivamente, 34 e 0,894, para o Juiz 1 e 34,33 e 0,816 para o Juiz 2. No caso dos novatos, foram 13,33 e 2,338 para o Juiz 1 e 13,33 e 3,204 para o Juiz 2. O Coeficiente de Correlação (de Pearson) entre os dois juízes foi de 0,9944 com IC 95% entre 0,9797 e 0,9985, com p<10-10, evidenciando a excelente reprodutibilidade do instrumento. CONCLUSÃO A versão em português-brasileiro do Osats manteve-se equivalente ao instrumento original e foi validada. Assim, pode ser usada para avaliar a performance operatória dos residentes em cirurgia no Brasil.

SUMMARY BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to perform a cross-cultural adaptation of the Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skill (OSATS) tool into Brazilian Portuguese and to determine its reproducibility and validity in Brasil. METHODS A Brazilian Portuguese version of OSATS was created through a process of translation, back-translation, expert panel evaluation, pilot testing, and then its validation. For the construct and the concurrent validities, twelve participants were divided into a group of six experts and six novices, who had to perform tasks on a simulation model using human placentas. Each participant was filmed, and two blinded raters would then evaluate their performance using the traditional subjective method and then the Brazilian Portuguese version of OSATS. RESULTS The Brazilian Portuguese version of OSATS had the face, content, construct, and concurrent validities achieved. The average experts’ score and standard deviations were 34 and 0.894, respectively, for Judge 1 and 34.33 and 0.816 for Judge 2. In the case of novices, it was 13.33 and 2.388 for Judge 1 and 13.33 and 3.204 for Judge 2. The concordance between the judges was evident, with the Correlation Coefficient (Pearson) of 0.9944 with CI 95% between 0.9797 and 0.9985, with p < 10-10, evidencing the excellent reproducibility of the instrument. CONCLUSION This preliminary study suggests that the Brazilian Portuguese version of OSATS can reliably and validly assess surgical skills in Brasil.

Resumo Este estudo objetivou analisar os fatores associados ao uso de serviços odontológicos por pacientes em hemodiálise. Foi realizado um estudo transversal com 467 pacientes em hemodiálise, na faixa etária de 19 a 90 anos, de Contagem e Belo Horizonte, região Sudeste do Brasil. Os dados foram coletados por meio de exame clínico bucal dos participantes e da aplicação de um questionário estruturado. A variável dependente foi o acesso odontológico, mensurado pela pergunta "Você foi ao dentista nos últimos seis meses?". A média de idade dos participantes foi de 49,9 anos. A média de dentes presentes na boca foi de 19,3. Uma média de 1,5 dentes com lesão de cárie cavitada foi diagnosticada entre os pacientes em hemodiálise. Um terço da amostra afirmou ter ido ao dentista nos últimos seis meses (27,8%). O acesso odontológico dos pacientes em hemodiálise foi associado à escolaridade (OR = 1,5 [1,1-2,4]), orientação profissional para ir ao dentista (OR = 2,1 [1,2-3,8]) e prevalência de cárie dentária (OR = 2,1 [1,3-3,2]). Os pacientes em hemodiálise com oito anos ou mais de escolaridade, que receberam orientação profissional para ir ao dentista e sem cárie dentária apresentaram maior chance de terem acesso odontológico.

Abstract The present study aimed to analyze factors associated with access of dental care services by Brazilian hemodialysis patients. A cross-sectional study was carried out with 467 hemodialysis patients aging from 19 to 90 years in two renal therapy centers located in the cities of Contagem and Belo Horizonte, Southeastern Brazil. Data were collected through an oral clinical examination of the patients and the application of a structured questionnaire. The dependent variable was the access to dental care, measured by the question "Have you consulted with a dentist in last six months?". The mean age of participants was 49.9 years. The average number of teeth present in the mouth was 19.3. An average of 1.5 teeth with dental caries cavities lesion was diagnosed among hemodialysis patients. One-third of the sample had gone to the dentist in the last six months (27.8%). The access to dental care was associated with formal education (OR = 1.5 [1.1-2.4]), professional advising to consult with a dentist (OR = 2.1 [1.2-3.8]) and prevalence of dental caries (OR = 2.1 [1.3-3.2]). Hemodialysis patients with eight or more years of formal education, who received professional advising to consult with a dentist and without dental caries cavities had higher chances obtaining access to dental care.

Resumo Este estudo objetivou analisar os fatores associados ao uso de serviços odontológicos por pacientes em hemodiálise. Foi realizado um estudo transversal com 467 pacientes em hemodiálise, na faixa etária de 19 a 90 anos, de Contagem e Belo Horizonte, região Sudeste do Brasil. Os dados foram coletados por meio de exame clínico bucal dos participantes e da aplicação de um questionário estruturado. A variável dependente foi o acesso odontológico, mensurado pela pergunta "Você foi ao dentista nos últimos seis meses?". A média de idade dos participantes foi de 49,9 anos. A média de dentes presentes na boca foi de 19,3. Uma média de 1,5 dentes com lesão de cárie cavitada foi diagnosticada entre os pacientes em hemodiálise. Um terço da amostra afirmou ter ido ao dentista nos últimos seis meses (27,8%). O acesso odontológico dos pacientes em hemodiálise foi associado à escolaridade (OR = 1,5 [1,1-2,4]), orientação profissional para ir ao dentista (OR = 2,1 [1,2-3,8]) e prevalência de cárie dentária (OR = 2,1 [1,3-3,2]). Os pacientes em hemodiálise com oito anos ou mais de escolaridade, que receberam orientação profissional para ir ao dentista e sem cárie dentária apresentaram maior chance de terem acesso odontológico.

Abstract The present study aimed to analyze factors associated with access of dental care services by Brazilian hemodialysis patients. A cross-sectional study was carried out with 467 hemodialysis patients aging from 19 to 90 years in two renal therapy centers located in the cities of Contagem and Belo Horizonte, Southeastern Brazil. Data were collected through an oral clinical examination of the patients and the application of a structured questionnaire. The dependent variable was the access to dental care, measured by the question "Have you consulted with a dentist in last six months?". The mean age of participants was 49.9 years. The average number of teeth present in the mouth was 19.3. An average of 1.5 teeth with dental caries cavities lesion was diagnosed among hemodialysis patients. One-third of the sample had gone to the dentist in the last six months (27.8%). The access to dental care was associated with formal education (OR = 1.5 [1.1-2.4]), professional advising to consult with a dentist (OR = 2.1 [1.2-3.8]) and prevalence of dental caries (OR = 2.1 [1.3-3.2]). Hemodialysis patients with eight or more years of formal education, who received professional advising to consult with a dentist and without dental caries cavities had higher chances obtaining access to dental care.

RESUMO Objetivo: Estudo retrospectivo sobre a experiência dos autores na operação de Bristow-Latarjet modificada como tratamento da luxação glenoumeral anterior traumática recidivante com lesão óssea glenoidea. Métodos: Amostra com 102 casos de luxações glenoumerais submetidos à cirurgia de Bristow-Latarjet modificada. As indicações foram situações de instabilidade glenoumeral anterior traumática recidivante com número de episódios de luxações superior a dois e com lesão óssea da glenoide erosiva ou fragmentária, sem possibilidade de reconstrução. O tempo de seguimento médio foi de 5,33 ± 2,74 anos (mínimo 1; intervalo 1-13). Resultados: O escore de Walch-Duplay médio na última avaliação foi de 91,23 ± 11,46 (intervalo 15-100). O escore funcional dos pacientes com lesão óssea da glenoide superior a 20% não demonstrou diferença significativa em comparação com aqueles com lesão óssea da glenoide inferior a 20% (90 vs. 92, respetivamente). O escore funcional também não demonstrou diferença significativa entre as categorias de prática desportiva e entre a prática recreativa ou de competição, foi excelente (superior a 90) em todas as categorias. Não se verificou qualquer recidiva das luxações e as únicas complicações observadas foram um caso de instabilidade persistente e uma revisão de um parafuso. Foram identificados sinais imagiológicos de osteoartrose glenoumeral ligeira em 7,84% dos pacientes; no entanto, o escore funcional desses pacientes não demonstrou diferença significativa em comparação com o dos demais. Conclusão: A cirurgia de Bristow-Latarjet modificada descrita é uma intervenção muito eficaz e com reduzidas complicações em médio prazo, apresenta resultados funcionais muito satisfatórios no tratamento da instabilidade glenoumeral anterior recidivante associada a lesões ósseas da glenoide.

ABSTRACT Objective: Retrospective case-control study of authors experience in the modified Bristow-Latarjet procedure for treatment of recurrent traumatic anterior glenohumeral dislocation with glenoid bone injury. Methods: Sample with 102 recurrent glenohumeral dislocation cases submitted to modified Bristow-Latarjet procedure. Indications included situations of recurrent traumatic anterior glenohumeral instability with more than two dislocation episodes and with glenoid bone attritional or fragmentary injuries, without possibility of reconstruction. Mean follow-up time was 5.33 ± 2.74 years (minimum 1; range 1-13). Results: The mean Walch-Duplay Score at the last evaluation was 91.23 ± 11.46 (range 15-100). The functional score of patients with glenoid bone loss greater than 20% did not show a significant difference in comparison with patients with glenoid bone loss lower than 20% (90 vs. 92, respectively). The functional score also did not show a significant difference between sports practice categories and between recreational and competitive practice, being excellent (greater than 90) in every category. There were no dislocation recurrences and the only complications were a case of persistent instability and a screw revision. Mild glenohumeral osteoarthrosis imaging signs were identified in 7.84% of the patients; however, their functional scores were not significantly different in comparison to other patients. Conclusion: The modified Bristow-Latarjet procedure is a very effective procedure with few complications in the medium-term, showing very satisfactory functional outcomes in the treatment of recurrent traumatic anterior glenohumeral dislocation associated with glenoid bone injury.

RESUMO Objetivo: Descrever a abordagem cirúrgica das luxações acromioclaviculares agudas e apresentar os desfechos clínicos e funcionais obtidos em uma coorte de pacientes. Métodos: Estudo observacional retrospectivo que incluiu 153 pacientes com luxação aguda da articulação acromioclavicular operados entre 1999 e 2015. A avaliação clínica incluiu os seguintes desfechos: escala funcional de Constant, surgimento de complicações, tempo até o retorno ao trabalho ou atividades esportivas e índice de satisfação. O ombro contralateral (não lesionado) foi usado como controle nos resultados subjetivos. Foi feita avaliação radiológica para monitorar sinais de perda de redução, alterações articulares degenerativas e calcificações coracoclaviculares. Resultados: A média de idade foi de 29,20 ± 9,53 (16 a 71), com grande predominância masculina (91,5%). O seguimento durou 55,41 ± 24,87 (12 a 108) meses. A média no escore Constant foi de 96,45 ± 4,00 (84 a 100) nos ombros operados e 98,28 ± 1,81 (93 a 100) nos contralaterais. Quase todos os pacientes (98,69%) ficaram satisfeitos com os resultados da cirurgia. Luxações de articulação acromioclavicular de grau crescente (do tipo III para V, mas principalmente no tipo IV) apresentaram resultados piores, tanto no que diz respeito ao escore de Constant quanto ao retorno ao trabalho ou esporte. A incidência global de complicações foi considerada baixa, as mais prevalentes foram falha do fio de Kirschner e calcificações isoladas do ligamento coracoclavicular. Conclusão: A técnica cirúrgica descrita é uma excelente opção no tratamento de luxações agudas de articulações acromioclaviculares classificadas como graus III a V na escala de Rockwood. Essa conclusão é corroborada pelos excelentes resultados clínicos e funcionais e pela baixa taxa de complicações.

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aims to describe the surgical approach to such injuries and to present the clinical and functional outcomes obtained in a cohort of patients. Methods: This is an observational retrospective study that included 153 patients with acute acromioclavicular joint dislocation, operated between 1999 and 2015. Clinical evaluation included the following outcomes: Constant functional scale, development of complications, time to return to previous work/sport activities, and satisfaction index. The contra-lateral (uninjured) shoulder was used as control in subjective outcomes. Radiological evaluation was performed in order to monitor signs of loss of reduction, degenerative joint changes, and coracoclavicular calcifications. Results: The mean age was 29.20 ± 9.53 (16-71), with a large male predominance (91.5%). Follow-up lasted 55.41 ± 24.87 (12-108) months. The mean Constant score attained was 96.45 ± 4.00 (84-100) on operated shoulders and 98.28 ± 1.81 (93-100) on contralateral ones. Almost all patients (98.69%) were satisfied with the surgical results. Worse outcomes were observed in acromioclavicular joint dislocations of increasing grade (from type III to V, but worse for type IV), both concerning the Constant score and return to work or sport. The overall incidence of complications was considered low, with the most prevalent being Kirschner wire failure and isolated coracoclavicular ligament calcifications. Conclusion: The surgical technique described is an excellent option in the treatment of acute acromioclavicular joint dislocations of Rockwood grades III to V. This is corroborated by the excellent clinical and functional outcomes and the low rate of complications.

Abstract The Brazilian program for biodiesel use highlights the production of biodiesel from castor seeds. Biodiesel is a non-polluting energy source that has the potential to promote prosperity by creating jobs in poor regions of Brazil. However, the infrastructure, logistics, and proper facilities are lacking. A variety of approaches to optimizing the biodiesel supply chain have been proposed. The goal is to minimize the grain storage and transportation costs. This paper presents a comparison between a two-stage model and a multistage (three-stage) stochastic model to optimize the biodiesel supply chain. The comparison between these formulations shows that the flexibility gain provided by the multistage model results in a lower total logistic cost. The optimum for the three-stage model was 7,700,019 (BRL), compared to 8,628,002 (BRL) for the two-stage model, representing a savings of 927,983 (BRL). We highlight that this model offers a real solution for castor supply chain design (considering uncertainty) in the Brazilian semiarid region, which is a poorer region of the country, thus making cost reduction mandatory.