Paula C. Bermúdez

ORCID: 0000-0001-8282-4027
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Research Areas
  • Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
  • Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
  • AI in cancer detection
  • Mobile Health and mHealth Applications
  • Social Media in Health Education
  • Public Health and Social Inequalities
  • Women's cancer prevention and management
  • Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
  • Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
  • Health and Medical Education
  • Meningioma and schwannoma management
  • Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques
  • Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment and Research
  • Neurofibromatosis and Schwannoma Cases
  • Molecular Biology Techniques and Applications
  • Focus Groups and Qualitative Methods
  • Public Health Policies and Education
  • Biosensors and Analytical Detection

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
2017-2025

Abstract Background The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) with cancer research is increasing, and many the advances have focused on analysis images. Objectives To describe synthesize literature diagnostic accuracy AI in early imaging diagnosis cervical following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews Meta‐Analyses Extension Scoping (PRISMA‐ScR). Search Strategy Arksey O'Malley methodology was used PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar databases were searched using a combination...

10.1002/ijgo.15179 article EN cc-by-nc-nd International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics 2023-10-09

Cervical cancer is predominantly caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), with oncogenic strains HPV 16 and 18 accounting for most cases worldwide. Prompt precise identification of these high-risk types essential enhancing patient outcomes as it enables timely intervention management. However, the existing detection techniques are time-consuming, expensive, require highly skilled personnel. This study presents development evaluation a colorimetric nanosensor rapid (HPV) variants 18. Gold...

10.1016/j.cca.2025.120144 article EN cc-by-nc-nd Clinica Chimica Acta 2025-01-01

This article presents the design process of innovative prototypes for cervical cancer prevention in primary care centers located low-income settings Cali, Colombia, using Human-Centered Design (HCD). The project was developed collaboration with a public healthcare network comprised 38 urban and rural women between ages 25 65 years, providers program, administrators general manager said network. Our HCD involved five stages: research, need synthesis, ideation co-design process, prototyping...

10.1371/journal.pone.0238099 article EN PLoS ONE 2020-08-24

Global cervical cancer incidence and mortality have remained a major public health problem. Depending on the quality coverage of preventive programs, capacity care systems, different screening tests are used, with Pap smear being most widely implemented. Several difficulties been reported in accessing timely detection, causing late diagnosis. Trying to close these gaps, new devices developed recent years; however, there is lack knowledge about whether or not women perspective has included...

10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e14289 article EN cc-by-nc-nd Heliyon 2023-03-01

Cervical cytology is essential for the early detection of cervical cancer. However, in Colombia, only 50% women with subsidized health insurance were screened 2019, compared to 100% contributory insurance. This disparity highlights significant barriers that must be addressed. study aimed identify factors contribute or hinder adherence screening among low-income a public primary care network Cali, from 2014 2018.In qualitative case study, experience and administrative personnel was recovered....

10.1186/s12913-023-09700-4 article EN cc-by BMC Health Services Research 2023-07-25

Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of mortality in its invasive stages, presenting significant global public health challenge, particularly low- and middle-income countries. Despite technological advancements that have improved the quality cervical images captured during visual inspections, several challenges persist. This article presents key findings from CITOBOT-COL translational research project, large-scale initiative focused on designing CITOBOT as portable screening device. We...

10.1016/j.csbj.2024.11.018 article EN cc-by Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal 2024-11-14

A schwannoma is a slow-growing benign neoplasm of the peripheral nerves composed Schwann cells. Pathologically, characterized by solid, subcutaneous, asymptomatic lesions. Histologically, it made prototypes cellular organization called Antoni and B. The most common site for its occurrence tongue, followed palate, floor mouth, buccal mucosa, lips, mandible. This article describes case 55-year-old woman presenting with firm, nodular, encapsulated mass in sub mucous area vestibular zone behind...

10.17533/udea.rfo.v28n2a12 article EN cc-by-nc-sa Revista Facultad de Odontología 2017-01-01

Abstract Background Cervical cytology is essential for the early detection of cervical cancer. However, in Colombia during 2019, 50% women with health insurance poor people (subsidized regime) were screened, compared to 100% capacity pay a contribution (contributive regime); these differences reflect significant barriers face. The objective this study was identify and facilitators adherence exam low-income affiliated subsidized regime public primary care network city Cali, from 2014 2018....

10.21203/rs.3.rs-2501024/v1 preprint EN cc-by Research Square (Research Square) 2023-01-31

Abstract Issue In 2018, the mortality due to cervical cancer rose by 6.9 compared previous year, with 311.365 deaths in total. By 2030, it is estimated that there will be a 21.3% increase incidence and 26.7% mortality. Colombia, second cause of death women. Description Problem We present design process innovative prototypes for prevention primary care centers located low-income settings Cali, using Human-Centered Design (HCD) approach. The practice was developed collaboration public...

10.1093/eurpub/ckaa166.1081 article EN European Journal of Public Health 2020-09-01

Abstract Introduction In Colombian women, cervical cancer screening coverage in 2017, 48.2 % of women were able to pay and 34.3% not to. Objective To determine the barriers facilitators adherence preventive program for prevention, affiliated a public network primary health care Cali, Colombia, during years 2014-2018. Methods Sequential mixed study, quantitative initial phase second qualitative phase. We analyzed information from 32,001 insured 7,691 users program. The design was...

10.1093/eurpub/ckaa166.1117 article EN European Journal of Public Health 2020-09-01

Abstract Background The production, delivery of services and scope health outcomes have generated new forms organization the Colombian Healthcare System. Complex solutions developed with a focused techno vision not been functional, nor adaptable to territories scattered high rurality (TARD), mainly on Pacific coast. Objective To build differential PHC model for rural communities ensuring access quality care improving social determinants. Methodology Four municipalities coast were selected....

10.1093/eurpub/ckaa165.462 article EN European Journal of Public Health 2020-09-01
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