Editorial

Abstract

This volume of Anales de Medicina Universitaria (AMU) reflects the steadfast commitment of the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas (UNACH) to generating knowledge that directly impacts the reality of southeastern Mexico. In this edition, the journal explores a diverse range of topics, from the histopathological diagnosis of digestive disorders to the influence of digital and dietary habits on pediatric health, illustrating that research is an indispensable tool for enhancing contemporary clinical practice.

Internal medicine and gastroenterology are highlighted through the case series presented by González Cabrales and colleagues, who analyze collagenous colitis as a frequently underdiagnosed etiology of chronic diarrhea. Their work demonstrates that apparent macroscopic normality during colonoscopy does not preclude the presence of this pathology, as the diagnosis relies on specific histopathological findings such as subepithelial collagen band thickening.

Within the sphere of reproductive health, this issue features two studies addressing gynecological emergencies and gestational metabolic risk. First, the report by Corzo de Coss et al. on unruptured tubal ectopic pregnancy illustrates how the timely correlation of clinical, sonographic, and biochemical findings enables conservative medical management with methotrexate. Such interventions not only mitigate surgical morbidity but also preserve the patient's reproductive potential. Complementing this perspective, the study by Reyes Cruz and colleagues in Tabasco highlights the high-risk profile of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), identifying a significant frequency of adverse outcomes, including miscarriage and preterm birth.

Finally, pediatric public health is examined through the lens of modern lifestyles and their impact on child development. Higuera-Domínguez and her research team delineate the link between excessive screen time and the onset of visual ametropia in preadolescents. Concurrently, the study by Trinidad Ortega and colleagues on the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages in Tuxtla Gutiérrez reveals a concerning prevalence of obesity among fourth-grade students. Both studies underscore the urgent need for multisectoral prevention and health education strategies involving both families and educational institutions

Respectfully,
“FOR THE CONSCIENCE OF THE NEED TO SERVE”

Dr. María Rosalba Jiménez Ocaña
Vice President, Editorial Board
Anales de Medicina Universitaria