RESUMO Devido à alta importância do milho como cultura de subsistência e do melhor uso dos recursos hídricos em região semiárida, este estudo teve como objetivo determinar o potencial agronômico, a heterose e a heterobeltiose em diferentes categorias genéticas de híbridos de milho na região semiárida, sob condições de cultivo em sequeiro e irrigação com águas residuais. Foram avaliados 10 genótipos de milho, e suas 45 combinações híbridas, além de cinco genótipos como testemunhas, em regime de sequeiro e sob irrigação com água residuária. Estimou-se a altura da planta, altura da espiga e a produtividade de grãos. Observou-se heterose e heterobeltiose positivas em ambos os ambientes para os híbridos H1, H13, H16, H32, H35, H5, H8 e H9. Os genótipos P2, P3 e P9 mostraram-se como potenciais genitores para criação de novas variedades híbridas de milho no semiárido sergipano. Observou-se maiores desempenhos em regime irrigado com água de reuso, apresentando-se como uma excelente estratégia para a produção de milho em região semiárida. Os híbridos formados pela combinação de variedade × híbrido intervarietal [F1(P1 × P2), F1(P1 × P5)], variedade × híbrido simples [F1(P2 × P6), F1(P2 × P9), F1(P5 × P7) e F1(P5 × P10)], híbrido intervarietal × híbrido simples [F1(P1 × P6) e F1(P1 × P9)] e híbrido duplo [F1(P1 × P10)] sinalizam novas opções de cultivo em região semiárida.

ABSTRACT Considering the high importance of maize as a subsistence crop and the need for optimal use of water resources in semi-arid regions, this study aimed to evaluate the agronomic potential, heterosis, and heterobeltiosis within different genetic categories of maize hybrids grown in a semi-arid region in Sergipe, Brazil, under rainfed and wastewater irrigation systems. Ten maize genotypes, their 45 hybrid combinations, and five commercial genotypes as controls were evaluated based on plant height, ear height, and grain yield. Positive heterosis and heterobeltiosis were found under both growing environments for hybrids H1, H13, H16, H32, H35, H5, H8, and H9. Genotypes P2, P3, and P9 were identified as potential parents for the development of new hybrid maize varieties for growing in the semi-arid region of Sergipe. Better agronomic performance was found for the wastewater irrigation system, indicating an excellent strategy for maize production under semi-arid conditions. The hybrids formed by the combination of variety × intervarietal hybrid [F1 (P1 × P2), F1 (P1 × P5)], variety × single hybrid [F1 (P2 × P6), F1 (P2 × P9), F1 (P5 × P7), and F1 (P5 × P10)], intervarietal hybrid × single hybrid [F1 (P1 × P6) and F1 (P1 × P9)], and double hybrid [F1 (P1 × P10)] indicate promising hybrid candidates for maize crops in semi-arid regions.

Resumo Este estudo objetivou investigar a infecção por Leishmania spp., Leptospira spp., Toxoplasma gondii e Trypanosoma cruzi em tatus-peba (Euphractus sexcinctus) de vida livre provenientes da região semiárida do nordeste brasileiro. Vinte espécimes de E. sexcinctus foram capturados vivos de seus habitats naturais por veterinários de animais silvestres em diferentes locais. Após anestesia, os animais foram eutanasiados e diferentes amostras biológicas foram coletadas. Os quatro patógenos foram avaliados da seguinte forma: a infecção por Leishmania foi investigada por meio da Reação em Cadeia da Polimerase (PCR) de baço e fígado; a infecção por Leptospira spp. foi avaliada por meio da PCR de rim e sorologicamente através do teste de aglutinação microscópica; a infecção por T. gondii foi feita por meio de PCR de coração, pulmão e baço; e a infecção por T. cruzi foi investigada por meio da PCR de coração e sangue total e por hemocultura. Todos os testes realizados tiveram resultados negativos, exceto a PCR de sangue total para detectar T. cruzi, a qual foi positiva em apenas um animal e confirmado por meio de sequenciamento genético. É importante enfatizar que esse é o primeiro estudo com investigação molecular de diferentes patógenos zoonóticos em tatus-peba, e os achados aqui reportados trazem novo e importante conhecimento a respeito de doenças zoonóticas nessa espécie.

Abstract This study investigated infection by Leishmania spp., Leptospira spp., Toxoplasma gondii, and Trypanosoma cruzi in six-banded armadillos (Euphractus sexcinctus) from the semiarid region of northeastern Brazil. Twenty specimens of E. sexcinctus were captured alive by wildlife veterinarians from their natural habitats in different locations. The animals were euthanized following induction of anesthesia, and different biological samples were collected. Infection with four pathogens was subsequently evaluated: Leishmania infection was investigated by spleen and liver Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); Leptospira spp. infection was evaluated by kidney PCR and serologically by microscopic agglutination test; T. gondii infection was assessed by PCR of the heart, lung, and spleen; and T. cruzi infection was investigated by heart and whole blood PCR and hemoculture. All tests presented negative results apart from whole blood PCR to detect T. cruzi, which was positive in one of the 20 animals tested and confirmed by genetic sequencing. It is important to highlight that this is the first study comprising a molecular investigation of different zoonotic pathogens in six-banded armadillos, and the findings reported here bring new and important knowledge regarding zoonotic diseases in this species.

Abstract This mini-review explores the potential of precision medicine and personalized nutrition in addressing health challenges faced by perimenopausal women, focusing on the role of genetic polymorphisms in key metabolic pathways. Specifically focus on the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the COMT, FUT2, and MTHFR genes, which influence neurotransmitter metabolism, gut microbiota composition, and folate homeostasis, respectively. These polymorphisms are critical in modulating hormonal fluctuations, metabolic imbalances, and nutrient absorption during perimenopause. The review highlights the impact of COMT rs4680 on stress response and mood disorders, FUT2 rs602662 and rs601338 on vitamin B12 absorption and cortisol metabolism, and MTHFR rs1801133 and rs1801131 on homocysteine levels and cardiovascular risk. Furthermore, the integration of machine learning in precision medicine is discussed, offering insights into how genetic data can optimize personalized interventions. This approach enables targeted nutritional and therapeutic strategies to mitigate the metabolic and psychological effects of perimenopause. Overall, this review underscores the importance of incorporating genetic testing into preventive care for perimenopausal women to enhance quality of life and promote healthy aging.

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To explore the associations between current mental health symptoms and social disparities in university students. METHODS: We recruited participants from nine public universities in Brazil, from August to November 2022, using online advertisements and in-person lectures. All participants completed an online survey containing social (sex, race/color, gender identity, sexual orientation, and income) and mental health assessments. The Jeopardy index was composed of social variables. The index considered zero points for subjects with less oppressive experienced characteristics (men, White, cisgender, heterosexual, higher income) and one point for the opposite characteristics. We defined six clusters according to Jeopardy Index results: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 points, with the greatest number of points representing the most disadvantaged group. The mental health symptoms were assessed on two levels. First by the “DSM-5 Self-Rated Level 1 Cross-Cutting Symptom Measure – Adult,” and second by the “Patient Health Questionnaire-9,” and the “Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire-7.” Adjusted Odds Ratio (OR) analyses was performed for age and educational level. RESULTS: 748 participants were allocated into the six Jeopardy clusters: 0 (n = 46; 6.1%), 1 (n = 112; 15.0%), 2 (n = 163; 21.8%), 3 (n = 218; 29.1%), 4 (n = 171; 22.9%), and 5 (n = 38; 5.1%). It was observed a high prevalence of anxiety (42.5%) and depression (51.0%), however, the less privileged group (5) had a higher risk of having severe symptoms of anxiety (OR = 6.21; 1.51–25.58; p < 0.01) and depression (OR = 8.60; 2.15–34.43; p < 0.01), compared against the most privileged group. CONCLUSION: Although anxiety and depressive symptoms were highly prevalent for all participants, these disorders are not equally distributed in this population and the intersectionality between social factors plays an important role in contributing to these differences.

This study aimed to isolate, purify and characterize secondary metabolites present in Amburana acreana leaves, native to the state of Rondônia, using classical chromatographic methods and 1D, 2D nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. From the hydroethanolic leaves extract of A. acreana, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, vanillic acid, coumarin, campesterol 3-β-D-glucoside and amburoside B, all known compounds, were identified. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of isolation and chemical characterization of secondary metabolites in A. acreana. In addition, in vitro assays indicated that amburoside B does not have inhibitory potential on the growth of gram-negative bacteria. The presence of these compounds suggests that, thus far, amburosides (A and B) could be chemotaxonomic markers of the genus Amburana. isolate Rondônia 1D D spectroscopy A phydroxybenzoic p hydroxybenzoic acid coumarin 3βDglucoside βDglucoside 3 β glucoside identified knowledge addition gramnegative gram negative bacteria far

This study investigated the removal of contaminants in water by adsorption on thermoplastic starch (TPS) and kraft lignin (KL) composites. A study on the desorption of methylene blue (MB) and methyl orange (MO) dyes in water was also carried out, followed by the photodegradation of solutions containing dissolved dyes. Initially, the surface morphology of the TPS and TPS-KL films was analyzed by scanning electron microscopy, revealing advantageous characteristics for efficient adsorption of contaminants. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis made it possible to characterize the TPS and TPS-KL composites. The results demonstrate the reversibility of the process and confirm the lack of permanent chemical modification in the polymer matrix, indicating that the adsorption/desorption process is physical rather than chemical. This suggests that the adsorbent material can be reused without losing its fundamental structural properties. Furthermore, the study allows for verification of the chemical changes on the surfaces of the materials involved. Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy (UV-Vis) results show that for MO, both substrates exhibited low adsorption capacity, with efficiency values close to 20%. In contrast, for MB, both composite materials displayed excellent dye adsorption rates, achieving efficiencies of 78% or higher. The photodegradation of adsorbed dyes revealed promising results. (TPS KL (KL composites MB (MB MO (MO out Initially TPSKL microscopy FTIR (FTIR matrix adsorptiondesorption properties Furthermore involved Ultravioletvisible Ultraviolet visible UVVis UV Vis (UV-Vis capacity 20 20% contrast rates 78 higher 2 7

RESUMO A dimensão política da gestão do saneamento básico no Brasil, sobretudo no que tange aos princípios da gestão participativa e democrática, constitui um dos maiores desafios a serem vencidos para garantir o acesso aos serviços como um direito humano. O objetivo deste artigo foi descrever uma proposta de governança da gestão de saneamento básico orientada pela noção do sistema de garantias de direitos. O método foi do tipo teórico-metodológico, orientado pela teoria da reprodução social de Juan Samaja. A área de estudo correspondeu aos municípios das Regiões de Saúde do Triângulo e do Alto Solimões do Amazonas. A operacionalidade do modelo de governança da gestão foi baseada no matriciamento de elementos, que compreende as responsabilidades e competências das instituições estatais e não estatais. Essas foram distribuídas segundo as dimensões da reprodução social, a qual representa o lócus de atuação de cada uma delas, respeitando as suas respectivas missões. O dispositivo possui componentes de transversalidade e de intersetorialidade, que fortalecerão o processo de trabalho de forma compartilhada, com os vários sujeitos implicados atuando de forma solidária no âmbito do comitê de monitoração permanente das condições de vida e saúde do local.

ABSTRACT The political dimension of basic sanitation management in Brazil, especially the principle of participatory and democratic management, is one of the main challenges to guaranteeing access to these services as a human right. This article describes a proposal for governance of basic sanitation management guided by the system of guarantees of rights. We used a theoretical and methodological framework drawing on Juan Samaja’s theory of social reproduction. The study area comprises the municipalities that make up the Triangle and Upper Solimões River health regions in the state of Amazonas. The operationality of the management governance model is based on a matrix of elements comprising the responsibilities and competency of state and non-state institutions. These are distributed across different dimensions of social reproduction, which represent the locus of action of each institution, respecting their respective missions. The matrix is made up of transversal and intersectoral components that strengthen joint work processes, with the various subjects involved in the process acting in solidarity within the scope of the committee for the ongoing monitoring of living conditions and health.

Abstract This work evaluated the influence of impregnation of boron compounds, in three concentrations, on Pinus sp. veneers, and its effect on the properties of plywood. The experiment was carried out in a completely randomized design, in a 3 × 3 + 1 factorial scheme, with three boron compounds (boric acid, borax, and disodium octaborate tetrahydrate) and three solution concentrations (1%, 3%, and 5%) plus the control. The panels were produced with three or five veneers, depending on the test, impregnated by dipping in boron compound solutions for 15 min and bonded with urea-formaldehyde adhesive. The apparent density, water absorption, thickness expansion, hygroscopicity, resistance to static bending (parallel and perpendicular to the grain) and shear strength were evaluted. All tests were carried out following the European Committee for Standardization, and the results were compared to the Brazilian Association of Mechanically Processed Wood requirements. Based on the results, it is recommended to use boric acid at a concentration of 1% or 3% or the other compounds tested at a concentration of 1%. sp veneers plywood design scheme borax tetrahydrate 1%, (1% 5% 5 control test ureaformaldehyde urea formaldehyde adhesive density absorption expansion hygroscopicity parallel grain evaluted Standardization requirements (1 (

Resumo Objetivou-se avaliar a influência da impregnação de compostos de boro, em três concentrações, em lâminas de Pinus sp., e seu efeito nas propriedades de compensados. O experimento foi realizado em delineamento inteiramente casualizado, em esquema fatorial 3 × 3 + 1, sendo três compostos de boro (ácido bórico, bórax e octaborato dissódico tetrahidratado) e três concentrações (1%, 3% e 5%) mais o controle. Os painéis foram produzidos com três ou cinco lâminas, encolados com uréia-formaldeído, com as lâminas impregnadas por imersão nas soluções de compostos de boro por 15 min. Foram avaliadas a densidade aparente, absorção de água, expansão de espessura, higroscopicidade, resistência à flexão estática (paralela e perpendicular à grã) e resistência ao cisalhamento. Todos os testes foram realizados de acordo com o Comitê Europeu de Padronização. Para o controle de qualidade, os resultados foram comparados com as exigências da Associação Brasileira de Madeira Processada Mecanicamente. Com base nos resultados, recomenda-se usar ácido bórico na concentração de 1% ou 3% ou os demais compostos testados na concentração de 1%. Objetivouse Objetivou se sp sp. compensados casualizado 1 tetrahidratado 1%, (1% 5% 5 uréiaformaldeído, uréiaformaldeído uréia formaldeído, formaldeído uréia-formaldeído min aparente água espessura higroscopicidade paralela grã cisalhamento Padronização qualidade Mecanicamente recomendase recomenda (1 (

SUMMARY: Exercise and anabolic steroids are expected to promote improvements in cardiovascular structure and reduction of visceral fat and, thus, help promote health in hyperglycemic patients. The aim of this study was to verify the influence of aerobic exercise associated with the use of steroids on cardiac structure and visceral fat in hyperglycemic Wistar rats. Methods: Thirty-two young male Wistar rats were divided into four groups: control group (n=8), control with treatment (n=8), diabetic (n=8) and diabetic with treatment (n=8). All animals were subjected to intense aerobic exercise and the animals undergoing treatment received intramuscular testosterone. Body weight, visceral fat and cardiac measurements (weight, length and width) were evaluated. The groups treated with testosterone showed a smaller than expected increase in body weight for food intake. Visceral, perirenal, retroperitoneal and epididymal fats were lower in the treated groups. Heart weight was relatively greater in the treated groups and greater width and length in the untreated groups. The proposed association of testosterone administration with aerobic exercise can provide significant benefits for the metabolism of hyperglycemic individuals.

RESUMEN: Se supone que el ejercicio y los esteroides anabólicos promuevan la mejora de la estructura cardiovascular y la reducción de la grasa visceral y, por tanto, ayuden a promover la salud en pacientes hiperglucémicos. El objetivo de este trabajo fue verificar la influencia del ejercicio aeróbico asociado al uso de esteroides sobre la estructura cardíaca y la grasa visceral en ratas Wistar hiperglucémicas. Treinta y dos ratas Wistar machos jóvenes se dividieron en cuatro grupos: grupo control (n=8), control con tratamiento (n=8), diabético (n=8) y diabético con tratamiento (n=8). Todos los animales se sometieron a ejercicio aeróbico intenso y los animales en tratamiento recibieron testosterona intramuscular. Se evaluaron el peso corporal, la grasa visceral y las medidas del corazón (peso, largo y ancho). Los grupos tratados con testosterona mostraron un aumento menor de lo esperado en el peso corporal según la ingesta dietética. Las grasas visceral, perirrenal, retroperitoneal y epididimaria fueron menores en los grupos tratados. El peso del corazón fue relativamente mayor en los grupos tratados y el mayor ancho y largo en los grupos no tratados. La asociación propuesta de la administración de testosterona con el ejercicio aeróbico puede proporcionar beneficios significativos para el metabolismo de los individuos hiperglucémicos.

ABSTRACT The political dimension of basic sanitation management in Brazil, especially the principle of participatory and democratic management, is one of the main challenges to guaranteeing access to these services as a human right. This article describes a proposal for governance of basic sanitation management guided by the system of guarantees of rights. We used a theoretical and methodological framework drawing on Juan Samaja’s theory of social reproduction. The study area comprises the municipalities that make up the Triangle and Upper Solimões River health regions in the state of Amazonas. The operationality of the management governance model is based on a matrix of elements comprising the responsibilities and competency of state and non-state institutions. These are distributed across different dimensions of social reproduction, which represent the locus of action of each institution, respecting their respective missions. The matrix is made up of transversal and intersectoral components that strengthen joint work processes, with the various subjects involved in the process acting in solidarity within the scope of the committee for the ongoing monitoring of living conditions and health. Brazil right rights Samajas Samaja s reproduction Amazonas nonstate non institutions institution missions processes

RESUMO A dimensão política da gestão do saneamento básico no Brasil, sobretudo no que tange aos princípios da gestão participativa e democrática, constitui um dos maiores desafios a serem vencidos para garantir o acesso aos serviços como um direito humano. O objetivo deste artigo foi descrever uma proposta de governança da gestão de saneamento básico orientada pela noção do sistema de garantias de direitos. O método foi do tipo teórico-metodológico, orientado pela teoria da reprodução social de Juan Samaja. A área de estudo correspondeu aos municípios das Regiões de Saúde do Triângulo e do Alto Solimões do Amazonas. A operacionalidade do modelo de governança da gestão foi baseada no matriciamento de elementos, que compreende as responsabilidades e competências das instituições estatais e não estatais. Essas foram distribuídas segundo as dimensões da reprodução social, a qual representa o lócus de atuação de cada uma delas, respeitando as suas respectivas missões. O dispositivo possui componentes de transversalidade e de intersetorialidade, que fortalecerão o processo de trabalho de forma compartilhada, com os vários sujeitos implicados atuando de forma solidária no âmbito do comitê de monitoração permanente das condições de vida e saúde do local. Brasil democrática humano direitos teóricometodológico, teóricometodológico teórico metodológico, metodológico teórico-metodológico Samaja Amazonas elementos delas missões intersetorialidade compartilhada local

Resumo A prevalência de pessoas assumidamente trans e não binárias tem vindo a aumentar, sendo que no mundo hodierno estima-se representarem 0,39% e 1,19% da população mundial, respetivamente. Deste modo, torna-se cada vez mais imperativo que os cuidados de saúde primários estejam preparados para receber e orientar esta população nas suas necessidades de saúde gerais e específicas. Neste sentido, este trabalho pretende estudar o conhecimento dos profissionais de saúde e a sua abordagem aos utentes trans e não binários nas Unidades de Saúde Familiar adstritas ao Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Porto, tendo sido enviado um questionário online à população em estudo. Constatou-se que, embora exista um significativo contacto entre médicos internos e especialistas de medicina geral e familiar com pessoas trans e não binárias na prática clínica, o grau percecionado de conhecimentos e de formação acerca das necessidades específicas desta população parece ser extremamente diminuto. É, assim, fulcral o investimento na formação pré-graduada, bem como na formação pós-graduada.

Abstract The prevalence of openly trans and non-binary people has been increasing, and, in today's world, it is estimated that they represent 0.39% and 1.19% of the global population, respectively. Thus, it becomes increasingly imperative that primary health care physicians are prepared to receive and guide this population, in their general and specific health needs. In this sense, this work intends to study the knowledge of health professionals and their approach to trans and non-binary people in the primary care facilities associated with Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Porto, via an online questionnaire that was sent to the population under study. It was found that, although there is significant contact between residents and specialists in general and family medicine with trans and non-binary people in clinical practice, the perceived degree of knowledge and training about the specific needs of this population seems to be extremely small. It is, therefore, crucial to invest in pre-graduate training, as well as post-graduate training.

ABSTRACT Introduction: pancreatic necrosis occurs between 10 and 20 % of patients with pancreatitis, has a mortality of 10 to 25 % and if infection is added to the necrosis between 40 and 70 %. Objective: to describe the surgical and clinical management of infected necrotizing pancreatitis in patients admitted to the General Surgery Service of the Hospital Nacional between the period 2021-2022. Methodology: this was an observational, descriptive and cross-section study with a temporal cut. We included patients admitted to the general surgery service of the National Hospital with severe acute pancreatitis with infected necrotizing pancreatitis. Results: a total of 30 patients were included. The mean age was 39 years. Male patients prevailed in our population in 56.67 %. Regarding the associated comorbidities, 33.3 % of the patients presented mainly type 2 diabetes mellitus and arterial hypertension; to a lesser extent Obesity in 23.3 %. In the study population, 76.6 % received surgical treatment and 23.33 % medical treatment, mainly antibiotic therapy. Of the patients who underwent surgical treatment, 9 were open necrosectomy, 7 had percutaneous drainage, and to a lesser extent biliary and endoscopic drainage. Regarding mortality due to infected necrotizing pancreatitis, we found a 10% mortality. Discussion: most of the patients with severe acute pancreatitis suffer from necrotizing pancreatitis; infected necrotizing pancreatitis is associated with increased risk of mortality and most require invasive treatment. Conclusion: minimally invasive management in the initial treatment of infected necrotizing pancreatitis, which could resolve most cases without the need to perform necrosectomy; the latter should be reserved for those who fail the initial treatment.

RESUMEN Introducción: la necrosis pancreática se presenta entre 10 y 20 % de los pacientes con pancreatitis aguda, tiene una mortalidad de 10 a 25 % y si se agrega infección a la necrosis entre 40 y 70 %. Objetivo: describir el manejo clínico quirúrgico de la necrosis pancreática infectada en el Servicio de Cirugía General del Hospital Nacional entre el periodo 2021-2022. Metodología: estudio observacional descriptivo de corte temporal transversal. En pacientes internados en el Servicio de Cirugía General del Hospital Nacional por pancreatitis aguda grave con necrosis pancreática infectada. Resultados: se analizaron un total de 30 pacientes. La media de edad fue de 39 años. Predominó en nuestra población pacientes de sexo masculino en el 56.67 %. En cuanto a las comorbilidades asociadas un 33.3 % los pacientes presentaron principalmente Diabetes mellitus tipo 2 e Hipertensión arterial; en menor medida Obesidad en un 23.3 %. De la población en estudio 76.6 % recibieron tratamiento quirúrgico y 23.33% tratamiento médico principalmente antibiótico terapia. De los pacientes sometidos a tratamiento quirúrgico 9 fueron a necrosectomia abierta, 7 a drenaje percutáneo, y en menor medida drenaje biliar y endoscópico. En cuanto a la mortalidad por necrosis pancreática infectada encontramos un 10 % de mortalidad. Discusión: la mayor parte de los pacientes con pancreatitis aguda grave sufren de necrosis pancreática; la necrosis pancreática infectada se asocia con mayor riesgo de mortalidad y en su mayoría requieren tratamientos invasivos. Conclusión: el manejo mínimamente invasivo en el tratamiento inicial de la necrosis pancreática infectada podría resolver la mayoría de los casos sin necesidad de realizar necrosectomia; reservando esta última solo a los que fracasan en el tratamiento inicial.

ABSTRACT The use of carp pituitary extract (CPE) in fish reproduction may have drawbacks, whereas analogues of mammalian (aGnRHm) or salmon (aGnRHs) gonadotropins containing dopamine inhibitor (DI) may offer greater advantages. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of different hormone inducers on the reproduction of Prochilodus brevis males. A total of 44 specimens of P. brevis were divided into six groups, namely, CPE 4.0 mg; saline solution 1.0 mL; aGnRHm + DI 0.3 mg and 0.5 mg; and aGnRHs + DI 0.25 mL and 0.35 mL kg-1 of live weight. The number of ejaculates, seminal volume, curvilinear velocity (VCL), straight-line velocity (VSL), average path velocity (VAP), sperm morphology and concentration, and membrane and DNA integrity were determined. Sample normality was examined using the Shapiro-Wilk test, and homogeneity using the Levene test. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was conducted, followed by Tukey's test to compare means, with statistical significance set at p < 0.05. Notably, all fish induced with CPE 4.0 and aGnRHm + DI demonstrated ejaculation, yielding a greater seminal volume. Sperm concentration under aGnRHs + DI 0.35 exceeded that with aGnRHm + DI 0.3 and CPE 4.0. Regarding velocity, aGnRHm + DI 0.3 outperformed aGnRHs + DI 0.35 in VCL, while aGnRHm + DI 0.3 and 0.5 and aGnRHs + DI 0.25 led to higher VSL than aGnRHs 0.35. Additionally, VAP was elevated under aGnRHm + DI 0.3 and CPE, in contrast to aGnRHs + DI 0.35. Improved sperm morphology was observed with aGnRHm + DI 0.5 and aGnRHs + DI 0.25 compared to aGnRHm + DI 0.3. The remaining parameters did not differ significantly.

RESUMEN Objetivos: Evaluar la prevalencia de incontinencia urinaria y los factores clínicos y demográficos asociados en pacientes con Síndrome Post-COVID-19. Método: Se realizó un estudio transversal con 59 participantes de Porto Alegre/RS. Los datos se recolectaron mediante entrevistas telefónicas, utilizando un instrumento estructurado, la Functional Status Scale y el International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire - Short Form, entre septiembre de 2021 y octubre de 2022. La normalidad de los datos numéricos se analizó con la prueba de Shapiro-Wilk. Se aplicó la prueba t de Student con post-hoc de Mann-Whitney para la comparación de variables continuas y se utilizó la prueba exacta de Fisher para la correlación de datos categóricos. Resultados: La muestra estuvo compuesta por 32 mujeres (56,4 ± 11,3 años) y 27 hombres (49,5 ± 10,7 años). Solo las mujeres informaron incontinencia urinaria pos-COVID-19 (28%), así como alteraciones emocionales (p=0,006). Se encontró asociación entre la incontinencia urinaria y la variable insomnio (p=0,005). Conclusión: La incontinencia urinaria fue prevalente solo en mujeres y no se vio afectada por el COVID-19. Las mujeres también presentaron mayores alteraciones emocionales. El insomnio fue la variable asociada con el resultado. Hasta el momento, parece haber evidencia incipiente sobre la asociación entre la infección por SARS-CoV-2 y la prevalencia de incontinencia urinaria en individuos con Síndrome Post-COVID-19.

RESUMO Objetivos: Verificar a prevalência de incontinência urinária e os fatores clínicos e demográficos associados entre pacientes com Síndrome Pós-COVID-19. Método: Estudo transversal, com 59 participantes de Porto Alegre/RS. Dados coletados via ligação telefônica, utilizando instrumento estruturado, Functional Status Scale e International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire - Short Form, entre setembro de 2021 e outubro de 2022. Os dados numéricos foram analisados quanto à normalidade pelo teste de Shapiro-Wilk. Teste T de Student com post-hoc de Mann-Whitney foi aplicado para comparação de variáveis contínuas. Teste Qui-quadrado de Fisher foi utilizado para correlação dos dados categóricos. Resultados: A amostra foi composta por 32 mulheres (56,4 ±11,3 anos) e 27 homens (49,5 ±10,7 anos). Apenas mulheres referiram incontinência urinária pós-COVID-19 (28%), bem como, alterações emocionais (p=0,006). Identificou-se associação da incontinência urinária com a variável insônia (p=0,005). Conclusão: A incontinência urinária foi prevalente somente em mulheres e não foi afetada pela COVID-19. As mulheres também apresentaram maiores alterações emocionais. A insônia foi a variável associada ao desfecho. Até o momento, parece haver incipiência de evidências robustas acerca da associação da infecção por SARS-CoV-2 com a prevalência de incontinência urinaria em indivíduos com Síndrome Pós-COVID-19.

ABSTRACT Objectives: To assess the prevalence of urinary incontinence and the clinical and demographic factors associated with patients with Post-COVID-19 Syndrome. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 59 participants from Porto Alegre/RS. Data were collected via telephone interviews using a structured instrument, the Functional Status Scale, and the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire - Short Form, between September 2021 and October 2022. Numerical data were analyzed for normality using the Shapiro-Wilk test. Student's t-test with Mann-Whitney’s post-hoc was applied for comparison of continuous variables. Fisher's exact test was used for correlation of categorical data. Results: The sample included 32 women (56.4 ± 11.3 years) and 27 men (49.5 ± 10.7 years). Only women reported post-COVID-19 urinary incontinence (28%), as well as emotional alterations (p=0.006). Urinary incontinence was associated with insomnia (p=0.005). Conclusion: Urinary incontinence was prevalent only in women and was not affected by COVID-19. Women also exhibited greater emotional alterations. Insomnia was the variable associated with the outcome. Thus far, there is incipient evidence regarding the association of the SARS-CoV-2 infection with the prevalence of urinary incontinence in individuals with Post-COVID-19 Syndrome.