The problem that is addressed in this study is that it is necessary to specify in a more concise and descriptive way the foundations and cases in which the practice of what has been agreed in evidentiary agreements must be respected, which is known as rigorous eviden...

This research addresses the need to add to the Ecuadorian legal system figures such as the hypothetical notarial subpoena, as this can serve as a complementary alternative to judicial subpoenas; this, given the saturation of the judiciary and courts nationwide and the limitations o...

Preterm birth associated with premature rupture of membranes is one of the main causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality. The objective of the research was to analyze the prevalence of preterm birth associated with premature rupture of membranes at the Teodoro Maldonado Carbo Hos...

Introduction: Preterm birth is one of the leading causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Various risk factors have been identified, including the use of psychoactive substances such as cocaine, opioids, and cannabis during pregnancy, which may negatively affect gestational development. Metho...

Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in preterm and low birth weight infants. In Ecuador, RDS is a major concern for neonatal intensive care units. The aim of this study was to identify the main cause of&...

Impetigo infection is a highly contagious disease in pediatrics. The objectives of this study were to analyze the prevalence of ulcerative lesions in children under 14 years of age treated at Mount Sinai General Hospital between 2021 and 2023, as well as the associated risk&#x...

Introduction: The young population is susceptible to the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus due to the influence of genetic, socioeconomic and cultural factors. In Ecuador, type 2 diabetes mellitus is a public health problem of great relevance with a prevalence of 7.1%. Despit...

Introduction: Neonatal jaundice is a common condition that affects up to 60% of term neonates and can be aggravated in the presence of early sepsis. This combination complicates diagnosis and treatment, increasing the risk of complications Objective: To evaluate the prevalence of jaundi...

Introduction: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most frequent arrhythmia in the world. By 2030, cases are expected to rise to 12 million, with 1.8 to 2.6 million new cases annually. Among valvular diseases, mitral stenosis (MS) is the most frequent. AF is the most frequent ...

Introduction: Perinatal care is a priority in Ecuador's public health. Neonatal brain depression is the result of perinatal hypoxia or asphyxia and is considered a challenge for maternal-fetal care due to the high incidence of associated factors such as insufficient prenatal controls;&#x...

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the most severe gastrointestinal emergencies in the neonatal stage, characterized by inflammation and necrosis of the intestinal mucosa, which can lead to perforation, sepsis and even death. Infants exclusively formula-fed have been found to be at&#x...

The management of surgical wounds in diabetic patients constitutes a challenge for health teams due to the greater likelihood of complications, such as infections and delayed healing. The present study investigates the relationship between surgical wound management and clinical outcomes in d...