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- Air Pollution and Cardiovascular Diseases: a Position PaperPublication . Caldeira, D; Franco, F; Bravo Baptista, S; Cabral, S; Cachulo, MC; Dores, H; Peixeiro, A; Rodrigues, R; Santos, M; Timóteo, AT; Vasconcelos, J; Gonçalves, LAir pollution is one of the main environmental risk factors for health and is linked to cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of mortality worldwide. In this position paper, we discuss the main air pollutants and how they can promote the development of cardiovascular disease or cardiovascular events. We also summarise the main evidence supporting the association between air pollution and cardiovascular events, such as coronary events (acute coronary syndromes/myocardial infarction; chronic coronary syndromes), stroke, heart failure and mortality. Some recommendations are made based on these data and the European Society of Cardiology guidelines on cardiovascular disease prevention, acknowledging that it is important to increase awareness and literacy on this topic in Portugal.
- Documento de Consenso e Recomendações para a Realização de Ecocardiografia Transtorácica em PortugalPublication . Sampaio, F; Ribeiras, R; Galrinho, A; Teixeira, R; João, I; Trabulo, M; Quelhas, I; Cabral, S; Ribeiro, J; Mendes, M; Morais, JEchocardiography is the most widely used imaging technique in modern cardiological clinical practice, since it is readily available, portable and safe, and provides a comprehensive morphological and functional assessment at low cost compared to other imaging modalities. Recent technological advances have introduced new echocardiographic techniques and widened the clinical applications of echocardiography. However, these developments have also led to an increase in information, rendering interpretation of the data provided by the exam more complex; this may result in assessment errors by less experienced operators. Standardization of procedures and training in echocardiography is therefore essential to ensure quality and safety for patients. The present document aims to contribute to this end, recommending quality requirements for operators and echocardiography laboratories in Portugal.
- Perceptions of Cardiology, Professional Preferences and Impact on Career Choices Among Portuguese Cardiologists: Results From the Portuguese Society of Cardiology's Women and Cardiology Task Force SurveyPublication . Timóteo, AT; Ribeiras, R; Gavina, C; Cabral, S; Almeida, A; António, N; Calé, R; Moura, B; Franco, F; Ilhão Moreira, R; Gonçalves, LIntroduction and objectives: Cardiology has not been seen as an attractive specialty, and women have avoided it for many years. Some surveys have been performed in other countries, but in Portugal, the situation is largely unknown. Methods: An online survey on perceptions of cardiology and professional preferences was sent to 1371 members of the Portuguese Society of Cardiology, of whom 18.2% completed the survey. Results: We included 219 cardiologists or cardiology trainees, of whom 50.2% were female, with decreasing proportions from younger to older age groups, in which males still predominate. Women are less often married and more frequently childless, particularly those working in an invasive subspecialty, where they represent only 16% of all respondents working in these areas. Men's perception is that women do not choose these areas due to family reasons, radiation concerns and difficult working conditions, but from the female perspective, male dominance, lack of female role models and restricted access are the main barriers. Women consider it is difficult for them to obtain a leadership role, but men do not think the same (75.5% vs. 27.5%). Conclusion: In Portugal, females predominate in younger age groups, suggesting a paradigm change. Women are less frequently married and more frequently childless, particularly women working in invasive subspecialties. Women consider that it is more difficult for them to obtain a leadership role. Moreover, the barriers reported by women are substantially different from men regarding the reasons for not choosing an invasive subspecialty.
- Recomendações para o Diagnóstico e Tratamento do Adenocarcinoma Gástrico (Grupo de Investigação de Cancro Digestivo)Publication . Brito, D; Raimundo, A; Sousa, O; Pereira, H; Ribau, E; Afonso, LP; Cabral, S; Dinis-Ribeiro, M; Nogueira, C; Barroso, S; Bettencourt, A; Gíria, J; Ferrão, H; Penedo, J; Cartucho, D; Caravana, J; Fradique, AC; Guerra, JP; Guimarães, J; Sousa, F; Henrique, R; Jácome, M; Fragoso, M; Vaz, P; Corso, G; Quintanilha, R; Costa, P; Santos, LL