[Validation of self-applicable questionnaire for a Mediterranean dietary index in Chile].

Background: Availability of brief dietary indexes that can effectively evaluate dietary patterns and their association with health is critical for prevention and management of several chronic disease conditions.

Aim: To adapt a self-applicable Mediterranean Dietary Index in Chile (Chilean-MDI).

Material And Methods: The Chilean-MDI was developed based on a previous Mediterranean eating score that was adapted to Chilean dietary habits.

Hypoadiponectinemia and its association with liver fibrosis in morbidly obese patients.

Background: Reduced serum levels of adiponectin have been associated with insulin resistance and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). However, the relationship between serum adiponectin levels and hepatic histology in NAFLD is controversial. The aim of this study was to explore associations between plasma adiponectin concentrations and liver histology in morbidly obese patients.