Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis. A Report of 4 Cases Occurring in One Family

We describe slipped capital femoral epiphysis in 4 members of a black, obese family, who were all first-degree relatives. The aetiology of slipped capital femoral epiphysis is unknown, although it is thought to be multifactorial. Genetic predisposition and environmental factors have been associated with the condition. A familial incidence with at least two cases in the same family has been reported. In epidemiological studies, this incidence ranges from 3% to 35%. Our cases were investigated in an attempt to find a possible aetiological genetic factor. A genetic predisposition with an autosomal dominant pattern of transmission is suggested, although environmental variables must be considered as provocative factors.

A Laqueação Tubária no Espaço Psicológico

Com este estudo pretende-se fazer uma abordagem da problemática da laqueação tubária à luz de um entendimento psicológico.São avaliados os motivos pelos quais as mulheres pedem laqueações e quais os possíveis factores de risco e arrependimento.