bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE USE OF LABORATORY CRITERIA IN THE RISK ASSESSMENT OF POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS AFTER TRANSPEDICULAR FIXATION OF THE LUMBAR SPINE
Authors: Barkov Oleksandr , Tuliakov Vladyslav , Aplevich Valerija
Published: April 2024

Objective. To investigate the peculiarities of the development of postoperative complications after surgical treatment of degenerative diseases of the lumbar spine with transpedicular fixation of the vertebrae and their relationship with changes in preoperative laboratory parameters. Methods. A retrospective analysis of the biochemical examination data of 35 patients with degenerative diseases of the lumbar spine who underwent discectomy with transpedicular fixation was performed. In four groups of patients with postoperative complications: 10 patients — inflammation of the what fabrics around metal structures and 5 patients — instability of the metal structure. The results of the examination of 20 people without specified complications served as a comparison group. Comparison was made with a control group (20 practically healthy people). Results. Patients have a significant increase in serum ALT activity by 42.29 and AST by 63.55 %, by 38.37 % of the level of CS content, by 37.21 % of total glycoproteins compared to those in the control group. In patients with soft tissue inflammation around the serum instrument zone, the content of LDLP was recorded by 29.27 %, by 23.53 % of the UA, by 12.34 % of TP results higher by 32.01 % ALT activity and 83 %, 49 % AST, 54.96 % AlP activity, 31.40 % — AlP/AcP, 60.47 % — concentration of CS, 95.57 % — total glycoproteins than in persons in the control group. In the serum of patients with the development of instability of metal structures, 28.55 % was observed by activity of the ALT, AlP — by 38.47 %, AcP — by 48.84 %, less by 58.35 % of AlP/AcP, the CHOL content of 13 88 %, higher by 25.43 % of the LDLP content than such persons in the control group. Content of the P was lower by 31.51 % and the Ca/P ratio was higher by 38.95 %, the content of CS by 83.72 %, total glycoproteins — by 48.83 %. Conclusions. Comparative analysis of the results of preoperative clinical and laboratory examination of patients with degenerative spinal diseases with transpedicular fixation which is reflected in the deviations of their preoperative laboratory parameters from such persons with uncomplicated course of the postoperative period after similar surgery.
USING THE PIPKIN CLASSIFICATION IN DETERMINING THE TREATMENT TACTICS OF FEMORAL HEAD FRACTURES
Authors: Golovakha Maxim , Orljanski Weniamin , Braunsteiner Tomas , Lisunov Mykhaylo , Pertsov Volodymir
Published: April 2024

Femoral head fractures are a rare injury with limited information in the literature. Recent studies have been based on small case series, indicating that the incidence of fractures in hip dislocation varies from 7 to 18 %. Fractures of the femoral head are classified according to Pipkin. Treatment is often accompanied by significant complications, and the choice of the optimal treatment method remains a matter of debate. The choice of treatment tactics affects the duration of treatment and functional outcome. The article presents the results of treatment of patients whose treatment tactics were based on the Pipkin classification. Objective. To substantiate the use of the Pipkin classification of femoral head fractures in the selection of treatment and diagnostic tactics. Methods. The study was performed by evaluating the results of treatment in 44 patients. The Pipkin classification was used to determine the treatment tactics. The results were evaluated according to the HHS scale. The results were statistically analysed by comparing the median scores for different groups using the Mann-Whitney U test. Results. The worst prognosis was for patients with Pipkin III and Pipkin IV fractures. HHS scores for patients with complicated outcomes are worse than for patients with uncomplicated outcomes. Treatment outcomes for Pipkin type III fractures are statistically significantly lower than for other types. Conclusions. Pipkin fractures are a rare and severe injury that can cause significant limb dysfunction with proper treatment. Treatment of Pipkin type I and type II includes immediate reduction of the dislocation and conservative treatment in case of satisfactory fragmentation or open reduction with metal osteosynthesis for displaced fractures; for type III and IV, open reduction and osteosynthesis are possible for young patients, and primary arthroplasty is recommended for patients over 60 years of age or with concomitant metabolic diseases.
INFERIOR VENA CAVA COLLAPSIBILITY INDEX AS A NON-INVASIVE METHOD OF ASSESSING THE VOLEMIC STATUS OF PATIENTS DURING SPINE INTERVENTIONS
Authors: Ivachevskij Mykhailo , Rusyn Andriy , Ivachevska Vitalina
Published: April 2024

Objective. To prove the possibility of using non-invasive diagnostics of the volemic state of postoperative patients using ultrasound assessment of inferior vena cava collapsibility index. Methods. The study included 67 patients who underwent transpedicular fixation of the spine with laminectomy. Volemiс status was determined for all participants in two ways: by catheterization of the central vein and determination of central venous pressure, as well as by ultrasound examination of the inferior vena cava and calculation of inferior vena cava collapsibility index. Results. According to the results of the invasive assessment of central venous pressure, patients were divided into 3 groups: group I (patients in hypovolemic state, n = 31), group II (patients in euvolemic state, n = 25) and group III (patients in hypervolemic state, n = 11 ). The average values of central venous pressure indicators in patients of these groups were statistically significantly different from each other (p < 0.01). The difference between the mean values of the inferior vena cava collapse index in the respective groups was statistically significant (p < 0.01). A reliable inverse correlation of very high strength was found between the indicators of inferior vena cava collapsibility index and central venous pressure (p < 0.05). Conclusions. Determination of the patient's volemic state is an extremely important tool for the correct selection of the fluid volume management. Ultrasound assessment of volemic status has a number of advantages, such as the non-invasiveness of the method, wide availability, low price and speed of execution. According to the results of our study, the possibility of using inferior vena cava collapsibility index to assess the volemic status of patients has been demonstrated.
Systemic and cerebral hemodynamic changes in patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy in the beach chair position
Authors: Lyzohub Kseniia , Lyzohub Mykola
Published: April 2024

Поєднання таких факторів як загальна анестезія та зміна положення тіла після індукції мають вплив на системну та церебральну гемодинаміку. Мета. Bиявити вплив зміни положення тіла та загальної анестезії на пікову систолічну швидкість внутрішньої сонної артерії (ПСШВСА) у пацієнтів під час проведення артроскопії. Методи. 85 пацієнтів із фізичним статусом за ASA I–II, середнього віку (33,0 ± 11,3) років, проведено артроскопію плечового суглоба під загальним наркозом. Основними вимірюваннями були систолічний артеріальний тиск (САТ), діастолічний артеріальний тиск (ДАТ), середній артеріальний тиск та ПСШВСА. Основні вимірювання: в положенні лежачи на столі перед індукцією, через 3 хв після введення в наркоз в положенні лежачи та в положенні пляжного крісла (ППК). Індукцію та забезпечення загальною анестезію проводили сибазоном, пропофолом і фентанілом. Дані проаналізовано статистично. Методи описової статистики використовували для розрахунку середнього, стандартного відхилення, мінімального і максимального значень вибірки. Порівняння проводили за допомогою Т-тесту для повторних порівнянь з розрахунком різниці середніх зі стандартним відхиленням (M ± SD), критичного значення критерію (t) та його статистичної значущості (p). Для порівняння динаміки зміни параметрів було проведено загальний лінійний аналіз з визначенням значення критерію Піллаї та його значення. Аналіз проводився в пакеті IBM SPSS Statistics 20.0. Результати. Початкові дані САТ, ДАТ та середнього артеріального тиску достовірно знижувались після індукції та після позиціонування, але індукція не вплинула на показник ПСШВСА. Після позиціювання до ППК було констатовано значне зниження показників ПСШВСА. Висновки. Констатовано достовірне зниження САТ, ДАТ, середнього артеріального тиску після индукції та подальшого позиціювання хворих у ППК. Постіндукційна гіпотензія не впливає на динаміку ПСШВСА, але виявлено достовірне її зниження після позиціювання.
PHYSICAL THERAPY IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE SURGICAL TREATMENT OF VALGUS DEFORMITY OF THE FIRST TOE
Authors: Pustovoit Borys , Pustovoit Pustovoit , Staude Volodymyr , Tokhtamyshev Mykola
Published: April 2024

Objective. Determining the effectiveness of physical therapy in the surgical treatment of valgus deformity of the first toe. Methods. The clinical material of the conducted study includes 38 observations, 34 patients (38 operative interventions, 4 patients — on 2 feet. In the control group (CG) there were 16 patients (16 interventions), and in the main group (MG) — 18 patients (22 interventions). All patients who participated in the study had the same diagnosis — hallux valgus II–III degree. All patients received the same type of surgical intervention — a variant Z-shaped osteotomy of the first metatarsal bone according to the Scarf method or Chevron, which was supplemented with osteotomy of proximal phalanges of the I finger to Akin method. Patients were examined with the Visual-Analogue Scale (VAS), the Physiotherapy Clinical Outcome Variables (COVS) Motor Skills Testing Scale, and the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Scale (module 2) for the Clinical Evaluation of Foot and Ankle Diseases of the American Foot and Ankle Association. Rehabilitation of MG patients consisted of developed physical therapy (PT) program, which included 4 periods. Rehabilitation included not only massage and exercises for the muscles of the front part of the foot, but also a complex of rehabilitation methods aimed to restore the function of the muscles of both lower limbs, hips and buttocks. PT program for KG consisted only of morning hygienic gymnastics, classical massage and therapeutic exercises to restore function of muscles of the foot and lower leg. Results. Assessment of the condition of patients after the end of PT on the COVS scale helped to conclude that the patients of MG have significantly better indicators of general physical activity than patients of CG. Analysis of the obtained results according to the (AOFAS) Scale confirmed that patients of MG after using developed PT program have statistically better results. Conclusions. The developed PT program significantly accelerate the clinical recovery of function not only the front part of the foot, but also general working capacity of patients.
ПОПЕРЕКОВА ДИСКЕКТОМІЯ З ДЕКОМПРЕСІЄЮ КАНАЛУ ЗА СИСТЕМОЮ DESTANDAU ENDOSPINE
Authors: Dr. Santosh Kumar Sahu , Dr. Dattatreya Kar
Published: April 2024

Lumbar disc herniation is a common disease. There is severe pain in the buttock and leg, which may persist for more than 6 weeks even after conservative treatment. Currently, there are several surgical techniques for the treatment of lumbar disc herniation, ranging from laminectomy to microdiscectomy. The main advantages of endoscopic discectomy include: cosmetic appeal, minimally invasive nature, better visualization, shorter hospital stay and faster recovery. Objective. This article reviews discusses the management of patients with degenerative diseases of the lumbar spine by Destandau Endospine system. The authors shares his experience of the surgical technique and the results of percutaneous endoscopic discectomy using the Destandau system during the treatment of 51 patients with herniated disc and canal stenosis in the lumbar spine. The main advantages of the Destandau endoscopic system are a small skin incision and minimal damage to soft tissues. This is a minimally invasive intervention, which is applied through a skin incision 1.5–2 cm long. In order to ensure the accuracy and safety of the patient both before and during the operation, fluoroscopy is used. Under the control of an endoscope, the herniated intervertebral disc, free fragments of the disc are removed and the pinched nerve is released. Thus, rapid recovery is achieved during postoperative rehabilitation. Conclusions. The endoscopic system can be used to treat all types of intervertebral disc herniations and associated canal stenosis. It is a relatively safe procedure, provided proper preoperative planning and an experienced team of doctors. Most lumbar pathologies that are not related to instability can be successfully resolved with its help. The two main advantages of the Destandau endospinal system include minimally invasive surgery with minimal iatrogenic damage and excellent efficacy. In the case of its successful application, the recovery process is significantly shortened, without any restrictions for returning to everyday life.
COMPUTER NAVIGATION AND ROBOTIC SURGERY DURING TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY
Authors: Zazirnyi Ihor
Published: April 2024

Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a successful treatment for knee osteoarthritis. The emphasis on optimal sizing and alignment of the components has led to an increase in the use of tools that allow for preoperative planning and verification of intraoperative steps. Computer navigation and robotic surgery have emerged as valuable tools for planning and performing surgery with greater precision and consistency. Objective. The aim of this paper is to organise information on the use of robotic systems in total knee arthroplasty based on own personal experience and analysis of contemporary literature sources. Methods. This study analysed professional articles that discussed the advantages and disadvantages of using robotic systems during knee arthroplasty. The information was obtained from electronic databases including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar, with a search span of over 20 years. Computerised or navigation devices allow the surgeon to enter anatomical data via an interface and receive feedback on the alignment of the implant and the knee as a whole, but cannot be programmed to perform additional tasks. Currently, several patented systems are available, and rapid technological advances in computer processing power have allowed for the rapid development of robotic surgical systems. Robotic systems usually provide feedback similar to navigation systems, but they can also be programmed to assist in specific surgical tasks. It is expected that these systems will become more reliable and accurate in the future, potentially leading to a reduced role for physicians in certain aspects of the surgical process, limiting their involvement to supervision, and thus improving the workflow of the operating room. The integration of new technologies, such as mixed reality, which overlays simulated images on real-life images, is expected to further expand the range of capabilities of these devices. But for now, it is crucial to establish the long-term outcomes of robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty as a process to determine the viability of widespread adoption of these devices.
THE LIFE AND CREATIVE PATH OF MYKOLA PETROVYCH NOVACHENKO (TO THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS BIRTH)
Authors: Korzh Mykola , Tankut Volodymyr , Golubeva Inna , Rykun Mykola
Published: April 2024

The article is devoted to the outstanding orthopedist-traumatologist, scientist and surgeon, talented organizer, wonderfulteacher Nikolai Petrovich Novachenko.
Core academic language skills as a predictor of academic success in Grade 6 South African learners
Authors: MacFarlane Marco
Published: April 2024

With this article I explore the relationship between core academic language skills (CALS) – a construct representing a set of high-utility language skills needed to manage the linguistic features prevalent in academic texts across content areas – and schooling outcomes. There has long been an understanding that there is a distinction between academic language and colloquial language, originally described by Jim Cummins (1976) as cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP) and basic interpersonal communication skills (BICS). The construct has only recently been operationalised (Uccelli, Phillips Galloway, Barr, Meneses & Dobbs, 2015) as the individual skills and competencies that underlie CALP. The CALS construct describes an empirically testable set of competencies that address this need. This has been used in the development of an assessment instrument aimed at South African learners – the CALS-I-ZA (MacFarlane, Barr & Uccelli, 2022) – and I investigate whether a measurable link exists between this assessment and schooling outcomes for a sample of Grade 6 learners in 2 public schools in the Gauteng province of South Africa. Schooling outcomes have been measured using the Gauteng Provincial Common Assessments – a provincial examination intended to measure schooling outcomes on a comparable assessment instrument. The study reported on here shows a moderately strong correlation between the CALS I ZA and the provincial common examinations (r = 0.64 and r = 0.65). This predictive relationship between CALS and schooling outcomes leads to an argument for direct instruction in CALS as an embedded feature of pedagogy in South Africa.
Extracts of Azadirachta indica, Tagetes erecta and Jatropha curcas resin control the attack of Carmenta foraseminis on Theobroma cacao fruits
Authors: Guerra-Arévalo Héctor , Abanto-Rodríguez Carlos , Arévalo-Gardini Enrique , Vásquez-Vela Ana Lucia M. , Castillo-Torres Dennis del , Guerra-Arévalo Wilson Francisco
Published: April 2024

Abstract: The aim of this work was to determine the effect of Azadirachta indica and Tagetes erecta leaf extract, as well as Jatropha curcas resin extract on the control of Carmenta foraseminis larvae in Theobroma cacao fruits. The study was conducted using a complete random block design (CRBD) with 6 treatments (T1:0%, T2:10%, T3:20%, T4:30%, T5:40% and T6:50%), 3 replicates and 10 fruits per experimental unit. The variables evaluated were: number of hatched larvae-NHL and number of attacked fruits. Extracts from , Azadirachta indica,Tagetes erecta leaves and Jatropha curcas resin at concentrations greater than 40% were efficient in the control of Carmenta foraseminis in Theobroma cacao fruits in the fruiting phase. Further studies should be carry out to determine the concentration of secondary metabolites in Azadirachta indica, Tagetes erecta leaves and Jatropha curcas resin at different maturation stages for a more efficient use in the control of the insect pest.
In vitro callus co-cultivation strategy for prospecting growth regulators to induce in vivo grapevine graft union
Authors: Grohs Daniel Santos , Santos Henrique Pessoa dos , Souza Paulo Vitor Dutra de , Benati Mikael Marcio
Published: April 2024

Abstract The use of growth regulators (GRs) in a mechanized bench grafting system is essential for the final quality of grafted grapevine plants. In Brazil, the GRs used (commercial waxes) are imported, increasing the production cost for nurseries. This work aimed to test the in vitro callus co-cultivation technique as a strategy for prospecting effective doses and mixtures of GRs for in vivo graft union on grapevines. Two genotypes were used as scions (‘Bordo’ and ‘Riesling Italico’) and two as rootstocks (‘SO4’ and ‘P1103’). Callus from different scion/rootstock combinations were co-cultivated, varying the doses (0.25 to 20 mg l-1) of auxins (DBA, IAA and IBA) and cytokinin (BAP), following the Doehlert design. The best in vitro treatments were validated in vivo, in plants grafted with an ‘omega’ cutter machine. Multivariate and non-parametric methods were applied to integrate the results. In vitro prospecting combined with the in vivo validation strategy allowed us to select effectively the IAA(2.50 mg l-1) plus BAP(1.00 mg l-1) formulation with the potential to induce graft callus union similar to commercial waxes. The induction intensity varied among the genetic combinations but was similar in the in vitro and in vivo conditions.
Heterotic potential for Physalis peruviana fruit traits in hybrid combinations
Authors: Trevisani Nicole , Melo Rita Carolina de , Cerutti Paulo Henrique , Pierre Patrícia Maria Oliveira , Coimbra Jefferson Luís Meirelles , Guidolin Altamir Frederico
Published: April 2024

Abstract: The breeding of Physalis peruviana is incipient in Brazil and is shown to be the most promising alternative for the development of productive genotypes with fruit quality. Therefore, the objective was to evaluate the combining ability between inbred lines of P. peruviana, thus indicating the selection of hybrids with fruit quality. Therefore, four populations from different origins were selfed for three generations and crossed in controlled hybridizations, resulting in 28 P. peruviana populations. The hybrid in relation to the parent performance, based on the effects of general and specific combining ability, was compared in a full diallel mating design (Griffing Method 1). In the analysis of variance, the factor genotype was partitioned into the following causes of variation: i) parents and F1 hybrids, ii) selfed generations and iii) Genotype × environment (GE) interaction. There were significant differences between Parents and F1 hybrids for the trait fruit polar diameter. Still, the interaction between specific combining ability x environment and, reciprocal effect x environment, was significant. However, for the Xanxerê environment, there was a reduction of approximately 3.0 mm in the polar diameter of the fruit in the hybrid Colombia x Peru and a reduction of 4.5 mm for the reciprocal (Peru x Colombia). In the comparison of the selfed generations S0 with S1, the fruit weight of the Lages population decreased by 0.380 g. There was also a reduction of 974.5 kg.ha-1 in the fruit yield of the Peruvian population. Thus, the performance of the P. peruviana populations in hybrid combinations is unpromising, indicating the existence of only one P. peruviana gene pool, with a restricted genetic basis.
Structural characteristics and influencing factors of agricultural trade spatial network: evidence from RCEP 15 countries
Authors: Pan Zichun , Ma Linyan , Tian Pengpeng , Zhu Yuchun
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT: Based on national agricultural trade panel data of Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) countries from 2002 to 2020, the structural characteristics of the RCEP national agricultural trade spatial network are reconstructed by the social network analysis method in this paper. Specifically, the characteristics consist of overall characteristics, individual characteristics, core-periphery structure analysis, and block models. Moreover, the influence factors on the agricultural trade network are also examined by the QAP regression model. The conclusions are summarized as follows. Firstly, the agricultural trade in RCEP countries has significant spatial correlation, showing favorable stability and accessibility. Secondly, Australia, China, Thailand, and Vietnam are the central actor’s leading position in the correlation network. While Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and other countries are in the marginal position. Thirdly, the network can be divided into four blocks, including the net benefit block, the two-way spillover block, the broker block, and the net spillover block. The spillover effect between the blocks is transitive. And finally, geographical distance, economic and social conditions, resource endowment, and language proximity index significantly impact the RCEP agricultural trade network structure.
Linear relationships in sunflower genotypes in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Authors: Follmann Diego Nicolau , Cargnelutti Filho Alberto , Pereira Anderson Crestani , Loro Murilo Vieira , Santos Emilso Damm dos , Rosa Guilherme Bergeijer da
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT: The state of Rio Grande do Sul (RS) is the third largest sunflower producer in Brazil. This study verified the existence of linear relationships between grain yield, oil content, and oil yield in sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) genotypes evaluated in RS. The data on grain yield (GY), oil content (OC), and oil yield (OY) were obtained from 73 sunflower cultivar trials in 21 municipalities in RS from 1999 to 2018. Scatter diagrams were createdto investigate the relationships between the variables GY, OC, and OY. Then, Pearson’s linear correlation coefficient (r) was calculated between the variables, and the Student’s t-test was performed at a 5% significance level. There is a positive and significant linear relationship between PG and OY. However, no linear relationship was found between grain yield and oil content in sunflower genotypes. Additionally, a positive linear association of high magnitude (r = 0.9672) was observed between grain yield and oil yield, while a low magnitude (r = 0.2245) was found between oil content and oil yield.
Eficacia del Plan Transicional de Alta Hospitalaria en la competencia para el cuidado del paciente con condición crónica y su cuidador familiar: ensayo clínico
Authors: Estrada Yuliana Valentina Rincón , Esteban Astrid Nathalia Páez , Aldana Maria Stella Campos de , Niño Erika Yurley Durán , Contreras Juan Sebastian Rincón , Galvis Maria del Pilar Castillo , Pinzón Valeria Arias , Arenas Sergio Andrés García
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: evaluar la eficacia del Plan Transicional de Alta Hospitalaria en la competencia para el cuidado y adherencia terapéutica de la díada paciente-cuidador con enfermedad crónica no transmisible. Método: ensayo clínico aleatorizado controlado; la muestra estuvo conformada por 80 diadas paciente-cuidador con condición crónica asignadas aleatoriamente, 40 diadas al grupo control y 40 al grupo intervención. Se aplicaron los instrumentos de caracterización de la díada paciente-cuidador, competencia para el cuidado del paciente y cuidador y la escala de adherencia al tratamiento del paciente. Se realizó la “Intervención Educativa Cuidemos” al grupo intervención y al grupo control se le brindaron los cuidados habituales con ayuda de un folleto; con seguimiento telefónico al mes. Resultados: el 52,5% de los pacientes son mujeres al igual que el 81,3% de los cuidadores. El promedio de edad en pacientes y cuidadores es de 69,5±12,6 y 47,5±13,1 años. El Plan Transicional de Alta Hospitalaria aumentó los puntajes de las dimensiones, conocimiento, unicidad, instrumental, disfrutar, anticipación y relación y la competencia global del cuidado del paciente y cuidador familiar. También, los factores medicamentos, dieta, control de estimulantes, control del peso, manejo del estrés y la adherencia terapéutica global del paciente. No hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas entre el grupo control e intervención. Conclusión: el Plan Transicional de Alta Hospitalaria aumenta la competencia para el cuidado del paciente y cuidador familiar post intervención, y también la adherencia del paciente. Sin embargo, no hubo diferencias entre el grupo intervención y control, posiblemente debido a la semejanza de las actividades.
Efficacy of a Hospital Discharge Transition Plan in the care competence of patients with chronic conditions and their family caregivers: a clinical trial
Authors: Estrada Yuliana Valentina Rincón , Esteban Astrid Nathalia Páez , Aldana Maria Stella Campos de , Niño Erika Yurley Durán , Contreras Juan Sebastian Rincón , Galvis Maria del Pilar Castillo , Pinzón Valeria Arias , Arenas Sergio Andrés García
Published: April 2024

Objective: to assess the efficacy of a Hospital Discharge Transition Plan in the care competence and in adherence to the therapy of dyads comprised by patients with non-communicable chronic diseases and their caregivers. Method: a controlled and randomized clinical trial; the sample was comprised by 80 dyads of patients with chronic conditions and their caregivers, randomly allocated as follows: 40 to the control group and another 40 to the intervention group. The instruments to characterize the patient-caregiver dyad, the patients’ and caregivers’ care competence and the patients’ adherence to the treatment scale were applied. The “ CUIDEMOS educational intervention” was applied to the intervention group; in turn, the control group was provided usual care with the aid of a booklet, with phone follow-up via at month 1. Results: 52.5% of the patients and 81.3% of the caregivers were women. The patients’ and caregivers’ mean ages were 69.5±12.6 and 47.5±13.1 years old, respectively. The Hospital Discharge Transition Plan increased the scores in the “knowledge”, “uniqueness”, “instrumental”, “enjoying”, “anticipation” and “social relations” dimensions, as well as the global care competence of the patients and family caregivers; in addition to the following factors: medications, diet, stimulants control, weight control, stress management, and global adherence to the therapy by the patient. There were no statistically significant differences between the control and intervention groups. Conclusion: the Hospital Discharge Transition Plan increased the patients’ and family caregivers’ care competence after the intervention, as well as the patients’ adherence to the treatment. However, there were no differences between the control and intervention groups, possibly due to the similarity of the activities.
The physiological quality of Vigna unguiculata L. seeds shows tolerance to salinity
Authors: Andrade F. H. A. , Silva R. T. , Barbosa Neto M. A. , Silva S. F. , Cardoso A. F. L. , Lima J. S. , Silva J. H. B. , Cruz A. F. S. , Clemente M. I. B. , Onias E. A. , Pereira W. E. , Chaves J. T. L. , Borges S. G. S. , Oliveira A. M. F. , Linhares P. C. A. , Silva R. R.
Published: April 2024

Abstract Salinity reduces feijão-caupi production, and the search for tolerant varieties becomes important within the agricultural context, as, in addition to being used in the field, they can be used in genetic improvement. The objective was to for a identify variety that is tolerant to salinity considering the physiological quality of seeds and seedling growth. A 2 × 4 factorial scheme was used, referring to the varieties Pingo-de-ouro and Coruja, and four electrical conductivities of water (0; 3.3; 6.6 and 9.9 dS m-1). The physiological quality of seeds and the growth of seedlings were analyzed, in addition to the cumulative germination. The Pingo-de-ouro variety showed no germination, length of the shoot and root, dry mass of the shoot and root compromised up to electrical conductivity of 6 dS m-1 in relation to 0.0 dS m-1. On the other hand, the Coruja variety showed reduced germination, increased shoot and root length. The creole variety Pingo-de-ouro proved to be tolerant to salinity.
Traits of the host trees, not community diversity, drive epiphytes abundance in tropical seasonal forests
Authors: Schievenin Dimitrio Fernandes , Santos Camila Alonso , Lima Karina de , Melo Antônio Carlos Galvão de , Engel Vera Lex , Durigan Giselda
Published: April 2024

Abstract Epiphytes are considered indicators of forest ecological integrity, but the factors that explain their abundance are still not well understood. We here evaluated tree colonization by epiphytes in old-growth monospecific reforestation stands of Astronium urundeuva (M.Allemão) Engl. (Anacardiaceae) and Eucalyptus saligna Sm. (Myrtaceae), in comparison to a neighbor seasonal tropical forest fragment under similar environmental conditions. In each forest type, we identified and measured all trees (planted and colonizers) from 5-cm stem diameter in five 200 m² plots and quantified all vascular epiphytes per tree. Tree species were categorized by bark roughness, canopy deciduousness and growth rate. The abundance of epiphytes and the frequency of host trees were higher in the A. urundeuva plantation than in the native forest, with the E. saligna stand in an intermediate position. Also, we found that host traits influenced the abundance of epiphytes in their trunks. Host trees had average stem perimeter and height both higher than non-hosts, which indicates that colonization is more likely to occur in older trees. The average abundance of epiphytes per tree was higher in species with rough bark, but no relationship was found with canopy deciduousness or tree growth rate. We evidenced, therefore, that forest plantations, even if monospecific, can provide habitat for epiphytes. However, at community level, colonization success, either in native or restored forest, depends on the relative abundance of species whose bark type favors epiphytes establishment.
Immunostimulation of bronchoalveolar response in calves vaccinated against bovine respiratory disease
Authors: Bertagnon Heloisa G. , Depaoli Caroline R. , Oliveira Sarah N. , Milla Bianca , Zdepski Bruna F. , Garbossa Gabriela
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT: Although intranasal bovine respiratory disease (BRD) vaccines containing live attenuated virus elicit greater stimulation of local humoral immunity response, they can mimic a viral infection, responsible for reducing innate defense during the establishment of vaccine-induced immunity. Probiotics containing Saccharomyces cerevisiae or Enterococcus faecium reduced the occurrence of BRD in neonatal calves challenged with the bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV). Furthermore, the probiotics potentiated the humoral immune response after vaccination in murine models, raising the question of whether they could have the same effect in calves. This study aimed to verify if the probiotic containing E. faecium and S. cerevisiae attenuates the inflammation caused by the vaccine against BRD in the respiratory tract region in calves. Twenty-four healthy Jersey calves, aged 6 to 7 months old, were divided into the groups: control (C), supplemented (S), vaccinated (V), and supplemented and vaccinated (SV), with six animals in each of them. Supplemented groups (S and SV) received S. cerevisiae and E. faecium once a day on D-15 for 51 days (Probios precise®, Ouro Fino®, 2g/day/animal). Vaccinated groups (V and SV) received a single dose of an intranasal BRD vaccine on day 0 (Inforce®, Zoetis®, 1ml/ nostril). The control group was not supplemented or vaccined. Irritation of the respiratory tract and bronchoalveolar (BA) evaluations: cytology, phagocyte function, and IgA were measured on D-15, D3, D7, and D21. The vaccinated groups showed greater irritation of the nasopharynx and trachea. However, only Group V showed a reduction in BA phagocyte function and an increase in cellularity by a neutrophil influx in the BA region. Regarding IgA BA, SV showed the greatest increase, followed by S and V, concerning C. We conclude that isolated supplementation with E. faecium and S. cerevisiae promoted increased production of BA IgA. In association with the vaccine, the supplementation attenuated the inflammation of the respiratory tract produced by the vaccine itself, avoiding the reduction of phagocyte function BA, besides potentiating the humoral immune response of the vaccine containing live attenuated virus against BRD.
Prevalence of bovine tuberculosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Bezerra Neto Pirajá S. , Medeiros Giovanni B. , Morais Davidianne A. , Limeira Clécio H. , Higino Severino S.S. , Araújo Flábio R. , Azevedo Sérgio S. , Alves Clebert J.
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT: Bovine tuberculosis is a zoonotic disease with global distribution. This study aimed to describe its prevalence in cattle through a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies conducted all around the world. The research consisted of a systematic literature review following the precepts of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) methodology. Cross-sectional studies that described the prevalence of the disease using the diagnostic method through an intradermal test with bovine and avian purified protein derivative (PPD) were selected. Identifying articles was performed in the PubMed, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. Of the total number of studies found (n=1,839), 60 met all criteria and were included in this review. The overall prevalence was 3.27% (2.11-5.05%) for animals and 18.09% (11.20-27.90%) for herds. Analysis of risk factors for tuberculosis in cattle was found or performed in 50 studies. The heterogeneity identified among the works included was expected, given the differences in research design, year of publication, and the number of animals sampled. It is necessary to evaluate the insertion of new ante mortem diagnostic tests into control and eradication programs, which, combined with allergic tests, may identify the largest number of animals that presented an actual positive for the disease.
Assessment of sustainable performance of the top five Brazilian steel industries using the TOPSIS technique with Gaussian AHP
Authors: Cunha Carlos Alberto Soares , Lima Igor Macedo de , Caldas Gabriel Brito , Vieira Neto Julio , Rangel Luís Alberto Duncan , Lima Gilson Brito Alves
Published: April 2024

Abstract The Brazilian steel industry holds enormous economic significance, as it produced approximately 32 million steel products in 2022 and exported around 12 million tons to over 100 countries. Based on a 2021 study conducted by the Institute for Applied Economic Research (IPEA), the steel industry contributed 1.9% to the overall national Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Although the steel industry plays a significant role in Brazil's trade balance, it has direct implications on economic, environmental, and social aspects, thereby intersecting with the three fundamental principles of sustainability. This study aims to assess the sustainable performance of the five primary companies by integrating the TOPSIS method with the Gaussian AHP method. The evaluation will be based on indicators derived from the Sustainable Development Goals (GRI) and will utilize sustainability reports from 2019 to 2021. The study demonstrated the feasibility of employing the suggested approach as a means of evaluating the sustainable performance of the five organizations in the steel sector, thus positioning it as a prospective tool for stakeholder analysis.
Percepção de cuidadores de pré-escolares com TEA sobre seu comportamento e desempenho ocupacional durante a pandemia da COVID-19
Authors: Silva Maene Pinheiro , Souza Rosangela Gomes da Mota de , Oliveira Karina Ferreira de , Cardoso Ana Amélia , Magalhães Lívia de Castro
Published: April 2024

Resumo Introdução Crianças com Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) podem apresentar questões comportamentais, no processamento sensorial, na cognição e na linguagem, que afetam seu desempenho ocupacional, necessitando de acesso a serviços escolares, terapêuticos e de saúde. O acesso a esses serviços esteve restrito durante a pandemia de COVID-19, tornando essa população particularmente ainda mais vulnerável às restrições sociais impostas à época. Objetivo Descrever a percepção dos pais cuidadores de pré-escolares com TEA acerca do comportamento e desempenho ocupacional de seus filhos durante a pandemia da COVID-19. Método Estudo transversal, descritivo, quantitativo e qualitativo baseado em entrevistas com 60 cuidadores de pré-escolares com TEA. Os participantes responderam à seguinte pergunta: Você está notando alguma diferença no comportamento e desempenho da criança durante a pandemia? Para caracterização das crianças, foram utilizados o Sistema de Classificação de Funcionalidade no Autismo: Comunicação Social (ACSF:SC), o Inventário de Avaliação Pediátrica de Incapacidade - Teste Adaptativo de Computador (PEDI-CAT) e o Perfil Sensorial 2 (SP-2). Todas as entrevistas foram anotadas e 15 delas foram gravadas e transcritas. O material foi submetido à análise temática de conteúdo. Resultados Foram entrevistadas 43 mães, 15 casais e dois pais de crianças com TEA. Das 60 crianças, 46 (76,7%) eram meninos, com idade de 3 a 5 anos (53,6 ±10,18 meses). Os cuidadores perceberam mudanças no comportamento e desempenho ocupacional, com prevalência de relatos de piora. Houve aumento nas estereotipias, rigidez e hiperfoco, bem como menor engajamento nas atividades cotidianas. A presença dos cuidadores beneficiou algumas crianças, mas há relato de estresse, especialmente por parte das mães. Conclusão Houve variação nos relatos, com maior tendência à piora no comportamento e desempenho ocupacional das crianças com TEA.
Political and Institutional Embeddedness of FDI: a case study of Nissan in Rio, Brazil
Authors: Walmrath Lucas Lemos , Santos Rodrigo Salles Pereira dos
Published: April 2024

Abstract Although globalization is an interdisciplinary subject, phenomena such as foreign direct investments (FDI) are thought of as belonging to the economic sphere. In this article, we draw from the global production network model and the New Economic Sociology of FDIs to test the embeddedness of economic action. We've designed a least likely case study from an FDI in the auto industry, evaluating Nissan Motor Co.’s decision-making process to build an automobile factory in Brazil. Our findings support the sociopolitical embeddedness hypothesis. The paper contributes to the literature of Economic Sociology when we argue that, despite the "always embedded" assumption, Nissan's investment decision was progressively embedded in time and space.
Los “Lugares Escondidos” de la Violencia. Experiencias Familiares de Migrantes Bolivianas Aymara en la Triple-Frontera Andina
Authors: Guizardi Menara Lube , Stefoni Carolina , Araya Isabel , Magalhães Lina , López Eleonora
Published: April 2024

Resumen Este artículo aborda los resultados de un estudio etnográfico sobre las experiencias de violencia de género de migrantes aymara bolivianas empleadas en la agricultura o en el comercio agrícola en la periferia de los territorios chilenos de la Triple-Frontera Andina. Nuestro objetivo es analizar las agresiones que sufren las mujeres en su ámbito familiar. Retomaremos las narrativas de 30 mujeres para describir las agresiones perpetradas por las figuras masculinas de sus familias de origen (padres, hermanos, padrastros), pero también por sus madres. Además, observaremos cómo estos abusos se repiten en las relaciones que construyen con sus propias parejas y con sus hijos. Veremos que existe una diferencia potencial en la violencia del lado chileno y boliviano de la frontera y que el reconocimiento de esta diferencia motiva la movilidad transfronteriza femenina. El texto busca aportar y discutir en torno a los debates sobre violencia de género en contextos fronterizos.
La Paz sin Consenso: Los Discursos de las Elites Militares y Exguerrilleras Sobre el Acuerdo con las FARC-EP en Colombia
Authors: Sierra Jerónimo Ríos
Published: April 2024

Resumen El siguiente trabajo analiza el discurso producido por generales de las Fuerzas Militares y voces de máxima autoridad política en la extinta guerrilla de las FARC-EP, transformada hoy en el partido político Comunes. A través de 21 entrevistas en profundidad con actores protagonistas se contrastan las formas opuestas de legitimar, problematizar y entender el alcance y significado, tanto del Acuerdo de Paz suscrito en noviembre de 2016, como de su posterior implementación. Así, tanto el estamento militar como la desmovilizada guerrilla proyectan un discurso irreconciliable. Si bien comparten un diagnóstico de incumplimiento a dicho Acuerdo, las responsabilidades y acusaciones discurren por trayectorias muy diferentes, lo cual refleja la situación de gran polaridad y el debilitamiento del proceso de paz experimentado en los últimos años.
Capitães da Areia de Jorge Amado e o “discurso herético” de Pierre Bourdieu
Authors: Valle Ione Ribeiro
Published: April 2024

RESUMO Mobilizar lentes interpretativas para mostrar quanto a relação com a literatura pode ser frutífera é o objetivo deste artigo. A intenção é entrelaçar as sensibilidades (literária e científica) de dois intelectuais: Jorge Amado e Pierre Bourdieu. A obra Capitães da Areia (1937) foi a referência principal para levar a efeito este exercício analítico, num momento em que se observa o recrudescimento de questões sociais, culturais, morais, doutrinárias, que marcaram o século passado. Além de desmistificar o “discurso performativo”, posto em prática pelas autoridades do Estado com o apoio dos meios de comunicação, Jorge Amado constrói um “discurso herético”. Ao apresentar uma espécie de retrato (sociológico) de crianças submetidas ao racismo social, Capitães da Areia é a explicitação da vulnerabilidade dessas crianças, que envolve o abandono, as ligações familiares, o efeito de estigmatização, o desenraizamento, o analfabetismo, a precocidade sexual e a virilidade, o prazer do risco.
Educação ambiental na escola: literatura internacional e análise de estudos brasileiros
Authors: Rosa Maria Arlete , Kauchakje Samira , Fontana Maria Iolanda
Published: April 2024

Resumo O objetivo do artigo é caracterizar a literatura sobre educação ambiental escolar. A questão é como os estudos de perspectiva crítica e de autores de instituições brasileiras abordam essa temática. Utilizamos a busca sistemática nas bases Scopus, Web of Science e Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO). Os critérios de escolha e exame dos textos foram: exclusão por não aderência; categorização em eixos: política, formação, e prática pedagógica; seleção por autores de instituições brasileiras e abordagem crítica; e uso da regra de Pareto para a escolha de textos representativos de cada eixo. Demonstramos que a maioria dos textos selecionados está no eixo Prática Pedagógica, seguido por Formação e Política; há contradição entre teoria e prática; frágil menção das políticas vigentes; e falta de condições de trabalho para a formação e o avanço teórico. Discutimos a abordagem crítica como problematizadora da educação ambiental conservadora e naturalista, fomentando a reflexão na prática da educação ambiental na escola.
Enhancing Student Performance Prediction in Higher Education: A Data-Driven Approach
Authors:   Department of Information Technology, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai, Parkavi R. , Karthikeyan P. ,   Department of Information Technology, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai
Published: April 2024

Abstract — Student performance is a crucial factor in higher education institutions, as admission to a high-quality institution often relies on a good academic record. The primary objective of this paper is to predict student performance by considering their personal and academic achievements. By identifying poorly performing students, teachers can offer timely guidance and support to improve their academic outcomes. However, predicting student performance becomes challenging due to the processing of a large amount of data, including both numerical and non-numerical values. This work aims to determine the most effective prediction algorithm and identify the key variables in student data to enhance student performance and success rates through classification techniques using educational databases from both universities and schools. The proposed system leverages this data to predict a student's next year's result (GPA). The dataset used for this experiment is locally obtained from third-year students, encompassing their core subject results (6 subjects, 2 laboratories), and personal details. The methods employed in this work include the Multiple Linear Regression, Naive Bayes and Decision Tree. The extracted factors impacting the results will help students prepare better in advance. The highest accuracy achieved in this prediction is 88.44%, bringing significant benefits to students, teachers, and educational institutions. Keywords— Prediction; Multiple Linear Regression; GPA; Decision Tree; Naive Bayes;