Publications by authors named "Abigail Fallas-Mora"
Introduction: Delirium is a common and serious neurological complication in intensive care units (ICUs), often leading to poor patient outcomes and increased mortality. This study aimed to compare the incidence of delirium in ICU patients with COVID-19 to those with other respiratory infections in a private hospital in Costa Rica. Additionally, it evaluated the prevalence, severity, duration, and treatment of delirium in these critically ill patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objective: The increasing emergence and spread of drug-resistant pathogens resulting from inappropriate antibiotic usage have become more evident in recent years, particularly with the rising incidence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections. Since joining the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Costa Rica can now compare its healthcare system with other countries, and similarities have been noted with Italy regarding health indicators. Both nations have universal healthcare systems, covering their entire populations, and hold similar positions in the Human Development Index (HDI).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Invasive fungal infections significantly contribute to mortality and morbidity rates. Despite the presence of all four major classes of antifungal medications, it is estimated that these infections result in the death of 1.5 million people each year, and death rates are increasing at an alarming rate.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: QT interval prolongation can increase patients' hospital stay and mortality rate. This study aims to determine the incidence of drug-induced QT interval prolongation and establish which QT interval measurement method is the most appropriate for electrocardiographic monitoring.
Method: A retrospective observational study was conducted of patients admitted to the Clínica Bíblica Hospital during 2018.