Atencion primaria
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Comparative Study
[Important differences between faculties of medicine. Implications for family and community medicine].
To determine if there are significant differences between universities in the proclivity to choose Family and Community Medicine (FCM), given the constraints imposed by the number of choice. To test the hypothesis that the Schools of Medicine that have the FCM as a compulsory subject in the degree (3 of 27) had the highest preference for this specialty. ⋯ The convenient yardstick competition between the schools of medicine, FCM in their curriculum and the emphasis on the most attractive attributes of the specialty can contribute to the necessary renewal of FCM.
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Comparative Study
[Analysis of medications dispensed to control the main cardiovascular risks in the Murcia Region: are there gender differences?].
To estimate the use of cardiovascular medicines and its distribution by age and sex. ⋯ This study shows that the cardiovascular disease prevention focuses on people aged 40 to 74 years. Access by women to cardiovascular therapy occurs with a delay of 3-5 years, depending on the treatment subgroup. Changes should be promoted to encourage rational and equitable access and use of the drugs.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
[A randomised clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational intervention developed for adult asthmatics in a primary care centre].
To assess the effect of an educational intervention on asthma control and quality of life. ⋯ These interventions are effective in improving the control and quality of life in short-term, which can guide us in choosing the best time to do it.
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Multicenter Study Observational Study
[The management of atrial fibrillation and characteristics of its current care in outpatients. AFABE observational study].
To provide insights into the characteristics and management of outpatients when their atrial fibrillation (AF) was first detected: diagnosis, treatment and follow-up in the context of the public health system. ⋯ Most patients with newly diagnosed AF made a first contact with Primary Care, but around half were sent to Hospital Emergency departments, where they were treated with an antiarrhythmic and/or oral anticoagulation.