Atencion primaria
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This study aims to assess the accuracy of age estimation according to two cut-off points of Demirjian's developmental stages (G and H) in the wisdom teeth, using panoramic radiographs from Colombian and Mexican teenagers. ⋯ The stage H is the best cut-off point for detecting the adulthood when a high-specificity test is required.
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To characterise sleep-wake patterns and their influence on academic performance for a sample of Portuguese adolescents. ⋯ Sleep and associated individual characteristics should be considered in the diagnosis and intervention process in secondary education.
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Comparative Study
Experiences of motherhood: Unmet expectations of immigrant and native mothers, about the Portuguese health system.
This study aims to identify the unmet expectations of Portuguese and immigrant women, for the National Health System, during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. ⋯ The areas of greatest shortage in meeting the needs of users are: surveillance by experts in the health centre and maternity hospital; reduced waiting time for pregnant women in consultations; home visits; more incentives to maternity; longer duration of hospitalization; higher number of professionals and presence of a companion with the parturient.