Publications by authors named "J M Soler Escoda"
This paper aims at developing a random morphological model for concrete microstructures. A 3D image of concrete is obtained by microtomography and is used in conjunction with the concrete formulation to build and validate the model through morphological measurements. The morphological model is made up of two phases, corresponding to the matrix, or cement paste and to the aggregates.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFUsefulness of echocardiography in preparticipation screening of competitive athletes.
Rev Esp Cardiol (Engl Ed)
September 2014
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the effectiveness of using echocardiography in preparticipation screenings for competitive athletes, as traditional methods like electrocardiograms might miss early cardiac structural changes.
- Out of 2,688 athletes evaluated, most echocardiograms (92.5%) were normal, but 7.5% showed changes, with left ventricular hypertrophy being the most common issue.
- The research concludes that incorporating echocardiography in initial screenings can help identify rare but critical cardiac conditions, thereby enhancing athlete safety and reducing the risk of sudden cardiac events.
Rectus abdominis muscle injuries in elite handball players: management and rehabilitation.
Open Access J Sports Med
November 2013
Muscle injuries generally occur in two-joint muscles with a high percentage of type II fibers during the performance of eccentric activity. Some muscle injuries, such as those located in the adductor longus, a monoarticular muscle, as well as rectus abdominis do not fully comply with these requirements. This study examines five cases of elite handball players with ruptured rectus abdominals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWe report the case of a 25-year-old female who experienced two immediate episodes of labial, lingual and larynx angiodema after eating fried mantis shrimp (Squilla empusa), a crustacean belonging to the Squillidae family, and a third episode after eating shellfish pudding. Prick by prick tests to mantis shrimp and to other crustacean were positive. Serum specific IgE showed higher values than 0.
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