High sensitivity C reactive protein, fibrinogen levels and the onset of major depressive disorder in post-acute coronary syndrome.

Background: Major depression disorder (MDD) is a common condition in patients suffering from acute coronary syndrome (ACS), and depression is a risk factor for mortality following an ACS. Growing evidence suggests that there is an intricate interplay between atherosclerosis, inflammation and depression. The aim of this study was to investigate the role of atherosclerosis-induced inflammation in the mediation of MDD.

[Long-term neuropsychological impact of type 1 diabetes in children].

Type 1 diabetes, whose incidence is increasing in the youngest children, could have a long-term neuropsychological impact. Mood disorders are more frequent and some elements of cognitive performance, although within normal ranges, could decrease. In this review, we detail the contribution of animal models to current physiopathological knowledge.

Efficacy over time of a short overall atherosclerosis management programme on the reduction of cardiovascular risk in patients after an acute coronary syndrome.

Introduction: The prognostic significance of monitoring risk factors and adjusting treatments in patients after an acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is well documented. However, studies over the last few years show that secondary prevention objectives are rarely met. Prevention programmes are effective but their benefit is only partially maintained in long-term follow-up.

[Communicating the results of the BI-RADS categories to patients in senology].

Clinical practice guidelines for psychological care and examples of announcing results are proposed for different categories of Breast Imaging Reporting and Data system (BI-RADS) of the American College of Radiology (ACR). Interpretation and recontextualization are explained for lesions category 2, management of paradox and doubt (probably benign and surveillance) for category 3, acceptance and emotions of patients for the category 4 or 5, psychological distress for the category 6. These models of exchange in doctor-patient relationship have to be modulated and adjusted to the women's profile and attitudes.

[Communicating the results in breast oncology: nonverbal and verbal exchange].

The aim of this paper is to introduce the different modalities of communication to be used in the breast oncology context. Verbal and nonverbal communication are explained. Rewording, synthesis, listening, and silence with empathy during the consultation are processes that facilitate the patient's comprehension of the disease.