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Chylous-Related Complications Following Surgical Management of Clavicular Fractures
Authors: Downey Colum , O’Neill Damien , Lee Michael , Donnelly Michael , Mullett Hannan
Published: August 2018

Case:

We treated 2 patients with chylous-related complications following open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of the clavicle. These complications were of unknown etiology; 1 was treated with percutaneous injection of a sclerosing agent, while the other was treated with ligation of the thoracic duct.

Conclusion:

A chyle leak is more commonly seen with upper gastrointestinal, thoracic, and head and neck surgery. This complication potentially carries a substantial rate of morbidity. We report the successful management of 2 patients with difficult postoperative chylous-related complications following ORIF of the clavicle.
Traumatic Atlanto-Occipital Dissociation and Atlantoaxial Instability: Concomitant Ligamentous Injuries without Neurologic Deficit
Authors: Tobert Daniel G. , Ferrone Marco L. , Czuczman Gregory J.
Published: August 2018

Case:

A 35-year-old man was involved in a motor-vehicle collision and sustained multiple thoracoabdominal and extremity injuries. A high injury burden and a normal neurologic examination contributed to a delay in diagnosing a ligamentous, combined atlanto-occipital dissociation (AOD) and vertical atlantoaxial injury (AAI). Additional imaging revealed the combined injury, and the patient underwent an occipitocervical fusion.

Conclusion:

To our knowledge, this is the first case of a simultaneous traumatic AOD and AAI without fracture in a neurologically intact patient. Knowledge of reliable and easily applied radiographic relationships is important to expeditiously diagnose potentially lethal yet easily overlooked occipitocervical injuries.
Treatment for Rotator Cuff Tear Is Influenced by Demographics and Characteristics of the Area Where Patients Live
Authors: Chapman Cole G. , Floyd Sarah Bauer , Thigpen Charles A. , Tokish John M. , Chen Brian , Brooks John M.
Published: August 2018

Background:

Atraumatic rotator cuff tear is a common orthopaedic complaint for people >60 years of age. Lack of evidence or consensus on appropriate treatment for this type of injury creates the potential for substantial discretion in treatment decisions. To our knowledge, no study has assessed the implications of this discretion on treatment patterns across the United States.

Methods:

All Medicare beneficiaries in the United States with a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-confirmed atraumatic rotator cuff tear were identified with use of 2010 to 2012 Medicare administrative data and were categorized according to initial treatment (surgery, physical therapy, or watchful waiting). Treatment was modeled as a function of the clinical and demographic characteristics of each patient. Variation in treatment rates across hospital referral regions and the presence of area treatment signatures, representing the extent that treatment rates varied across hospital referral regions after controlling for patient characteristics, were assessed. Correlations between measures of area treatment signatures and measures of physician access in hospital referral regions were examined.

Results:

Among patients who were identified as having a new, symptomatic, MRI-confirmed atraumatic rotator cuff tear (n = 32,203), 19.8% were managed with initial surgery; 41.3%, with initial physical therapy; and 38.8%, with watchful waiting. Patients who were older, had more comorbidity, or were female, of non-white race, or dual-eligible for Medicaid were less likely to receive surgery (p < 0.0001). Black, dual-eligible females had 0.42-times (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.34 to 0.50) lower odds of surgery and 2.36-times (95% CI, 2.02 to 2.70) greater odds of watchful waiting. Covariate-adjusted odds of surgery varied dramatically across hospital referral regions; unadjusted surgery and physical therapy rates varied from 0% to 73% and from 6% to 74%, respectively. On average, patients in high-surgery areas were 62% more likely to receive surgery than the average patient with identical measured characteristics, and patients in low-surgery areas were half as likely to receive surgery than the average comparable patient. The supply of orthopaedic surgeons and the supply of physical therapists were associated with greater use of initial surgery and physical therapy, respectively.

Conclusions:

Patient characteristics had a significant influence on treatment for atraumatic rotator cuff tear but did not explain the wide-ranging variation in treatment rates across areas. Local-area physician supply and specialty mix were correlated with treatment, independent of the patient’s measured characteristics.
The application of statistical methods for the analysis of the status and trends of unemployment in the Central Federal district
Authors: Dianov D. V. , Baranov V. V.
Published: August 2018

The scientific article is devoted to the study of the traditional object of study of many social Sciences: managerial, sociological, legal, demography, political science, etc. the Problem of unemployment is known to be one of the main problems of economy of modern Russia. Unemployment rates are one of the main macroeconomic indicators. On the basis of their assessment of the prospects for economic growth, and identifies potential risks and investment attractiveness of countries. In this article, unemployment is seen as an object of statistical research on the subject of the possible application of complex statistical methods to assess its status and patterns of change over time in the regions of the Central Federal district (further - CFD).
Assessment of enterprise’s financial condition in the business of information technologies
Authors: Gorodilov М. А. , Kuraeva Е. А.
Published: August 2018

The method of assessment of financial position of companies in the business of information technologies is viewed in the article. There is variety of indicators characterizing the financial state of enterprise in the business of information technology. Accordingly, rating of financial position is recommended. Also the methods of rating are proposed.
Russian depreciation policy: causes and solutions
Authors: Ivanov A. N.
Published: August 2018

Today the Russian economy has a very high level of the depreciation of fixed assets, which more and more brightly expressed in the reduction of competitiveness of oil and gas industry. The main reason is an ineffective system of depreciation policy in the country. This article deals with the main «weaknesses» of Russian depreciation policy, their causes in historical perspective, and provides experts’ solutions and the author's vision on the necessary updates.
Electronic factoring: features and new opportunities
Authors: Dokukina E. V. , Aleksakhina V. G.
Published: August 2018

Electronic document management in Russia gradually enters into the sphere of factoring, when all the documents are designed not on paper, but in a special high-tech system in electronic form. Pros and cons, as well as the nature of the electronic document in the field of factoring are considered in the article.
The formation of innovation Wednesday dealer infrastructure of industrial companies
Authors: Fedotov A. V. , Menshikova M. A.
Published: August 2018

Article rassmotrivajutsja the main directions of the innovation Wednesday dealership infrastructure of industrial companies. Examines particularly the supply of spare parts dealers and other logistical resources. Explores the possible functioning of territorial network of service technicians. As an example of innovation, provides service support system of agricultural machinery of OJSC «Rostselmash». Provides recommendations for creating a new warehouse system providing consumers logistical resources through a network of Central, regional and dealer supply bases.
Methods of increasing the competitiveness of the tourism industry (on the example of the republic of Сrimea)
Authors: Yanovskaya А. А.
Published: August 2018

The article analyzes the tourism industry and its development in view of the various classification types of tourism. Comparative characteristics of tax revenues in the budget of the Republic of Crimea. The model of competitiveness of tourist field. Calculated the competitiveness of enterprises of the tourism sector matrix method.
Bancassurance in Russia: state and development prospects
Authors: Bunich G. A. , Stoyanova R. A.
Published: August 2018

The article defines the theoretical aspects of bancassurance: the concept, the historical genesis, concept model. Substantiates the importance of bancassurance for financial markets and financial intermediaries, as well as for the development of the national economy. The analysis values of bancassurance for the Russian financial market. We study the trends of development of bancassurance in the Russian Federation: the structure and dynamics of bancassurance market, trends and forecasts, market concentration bancassurance.
The current state and directions of improving the budgetary system of Russia
Authors: Salmanova I. P. , Babina N. V. , Kuznetsova O. I.
Published: August 2018

At present, the country's economy is characterized by strong instability and this can not affect the state budget. In order to maintain an adequate standard of living for the population and adequate functioning of various sectors of the country, ensuring the tasks assigned to the state in the face of declining budget revenues, it is necessary to analyze the state budget in order to identify the potential for improving the effectiveness of budgetary policy.
Problems of tax crime as a specific object of the statistical study in terms of regions
Authors: Lyapin А. Е. , Dianov D. V.
Published: August 2018

The scientific article considers the key, the most relevant aspects of statistical investigation of tax crime in Russia, the specificity of such of her subjects as one-day firms, individual trends, patterns and evolution of tax crime. Special attention is paid to questions of application of mathematical statistical methods for the analysis of tax crime in the regional context, in particular the quantitative description of the influence of socio-economic factors on the level of the debt indicators on taxes and duties, as well as revealed the extent of the damage caused to regional budgets due to various violations of tax laws.
Actual issues of valuation of businesses of the economic entity
Authors: Schneider O. V.
Published: August 2018

The article summarizes the main approaches in the definition of business valuation the economic entity. In the process of business valuation, taking into account the risks of financial and economic activities necessary to obtain information on what stage the owner implements the business will receive income. The most difficult task is the impossibility of accurate prediction in determining the level of income and the determination of a discount rate capitalization of future incomes due to the instability of the economy, both in the country and around the world.
The influence of human capital on the competitive opportunities and innovation development of region
Authors: Kudaeva A. A.
Published: August 2018

This article discusses the theoretical issues of improving human capital the main resource of innovative potential and innovative development by investing in their skills and abilities in the context of the progressive development of science and technology. The focus of the author focuses on questions of formation and use of innovation-oriented cadres who are capable of engaging in research activities and their impact on improving competitive capabilities in the region. The author gives the generalised characteristic of innovative forms of organization employment business structures in the regions and sets out views on their further improvement. In conclusion, there is a need for the adoption of a set of measures and the creation of conditions for its further development.
Using instruments of financial analysis for the investigation of finantial crimes
Authors: Vrutskaya С. I.
Published: August 2018

Analysis of the financial position of company is a reliable tool by means of witch interested users receive information about the state of the company, reveals structural changes and identify its causes. As practice shows, the need for such information also arises for investigative unit particularly when it’s necessary to determine the dynamics of the financial state of the organization in order to establish the period of delinquency or to illustrate their consequences, and also if it is necessary to determine the influence of specific events on it. The expert-criminal units are involved to solve these problems. The information about practical experience of expert criminal units is in this article.
Modeling of Purchasing Managers' Index of the region and assessment of its influence on parameters of development of industrial sectors of economy (on the example of regions of the Volga Federal District)
Authors: Elshin L. A.
Published: August 2018

In article methodical approaches to modeling, on the basis of tools of the cross-correlation analysis, Purchasing Managers' Index of the region are considered (on the example of the Volga Federal District). Within the constructed system of regional indexes the concept of determination of level of their influence on parameters of development of separate industrial sectors of economy of regional economic systems is approved.
Macroeconomic aspects of customs and logistics activities
Authors: Suleymanov Z. E.
Published: August 2018

In the article the characteristic elements of the state management of customs and logistics industry. The problems of interagency cooperation in the field of regulation of foreign trade activities and proposed some solutions.
Trends of labor migration in the towns and villages of the Republic of Bashkortostan in the modern period
Authors: Yakshibaeva G. V.
Published: August 2018

The paper examines the trends, magnitude, direction of migration flows of the working population, whose movement is associated with finding work in the Republic of Bashkortostan. Comparative characteristics and examines labour migration in the region the Soviet period and the present modern state. Analysis of the results of migration on rural districts and urban districts for 2015 showed that almost all municipalities observed migration loss, except in a few districts of the Republic and Ufa, due to the differentiation of territorial development, the adverse socio-economic situation in areas and small cities, lack of jobs, infrastructure, minimize agro-industrial complexes and business entities, «optimization» of medical, educational and cultural institutions in the village. Conclusions and proposed appropriate measures to improve the migration situation.
Ecological and economic priorities for the development of the oil and gas producing region
Authors: Bessonova T. N.
Published: August 2018

The article proposes to determine ecological and economic priorities for the development of the oil and gas producing region based on the concept of sustainable development. The current industrial impact on the environment in the oil and gas producing region affects its social and economic development. As a criterion for classifying the directions of ecological and economic development as priority-oriented, it is proposed to use the compliance with the indicators of the best world standards.
Rating evaluation of development of the information and telecommunication sector of the economy of Russia
Authors: Fokina E. A. , Trukhlyaeva A. A. , Bondarenko P. V.
Published: August 2018

The article presents the results of assessing the level of development of the information and telecommunications sector in Russia's regions. The groups of indicators are presented: indicators of the level of providing human capital; indicators of the level of information and telecommunication technologies used. The studies were carried out using the method of constructing a composite index. A rating assessment of the regions is made on the indicators that have an impact on the level of development of the information and telecommunications sector. The established scatter in the values of indicators for the main blocks in general causes a significant differentiation in the development of the information and telecommunications sector in the regions.
Development of optimization models the formulation of the brigade to improve the quality of internal audit
Authors: Antipova T. N. , Koba Е. E.
Published: August 2018

Results over of researches of basic features and requirements are brought to realization of internal audit. The Maine tasks of audit of the financial reporting of enterprise are set forth. The mathematical is reasonable raising of task about assigning of public accountants for the required types of audit. The computer realized model of drafting optimally of competent brigade of auditor have been worked.
Special regional programs as a basis for small business development
Authors: Markina M. V.
Published: August 2018

This article presents arguments about the necessity of development of innovative structure of the country as a whole. The main problems hindering rapid establishment and development ofаsmall business at regional level. Analysis of foreign experience on the example of the ranking «Global innovation index». Based on statistical data, conclusions were drawn and proposed measures to prevent negative impact on small innovative business in regions of Russia.
Patent activity of Russia in the medical industry
Authors: Milkevich D. A.
Published: August 2018

In the article, the problem of innovative development of Russia in the field of public health is considered. The patent activity of Russia is analysed both in the total volume and by industry, and comparisons are made with the patent activity of other countries. An analysis is conducted on published patents in the medical industry.
The raw aspect of the balanced and economically sound development of the Russian state
Authors: Nemirova G. I. , Khmelev S. A.
Published: August 2018

The sources of the formation of federal budget revenues are analyzed, special attention is paid to revenues from foreign economic activities generated from oil and gas sources. The threats to economic security caused by the imbalance of the structural development of the economy and the excessive orientation of foreign economic activity on the export of raw materials are revealed. Based on the study of foreign experience and the analysis carried out, directions for a balanced and economic safe development of foreign economic activity are defined.
Theoretical and practical aspects of formation of organizational and economic mechanisms of import substitution
Authors: Aldoshkin A. V.
Published: August 2018

Today rates of own production don't meet the increased needs of the population and don't promote saturation of the markets domestic production that threatens food and national security in general. In such conditions extremely important are problems of import substitution, replacement of the imported goods due to revival and development of the domestic production of the food industry which is turning out competitive products. Need of cardinal increase in competitiveness of the Russian enterprises and expansion of domestic production of the food industry impose requirements to serious reorganization of state policy of import substitution.
Evaluation of the effectiveness of the mechanism of formation of the Integral Transport Network in the Eurasian economic Union
Authors: Lesnyakov A. A.
Published: August 2018

The article is about methods allowing to estimate efficiency of the mechanism of formation the Integral Transport Network in the Eurasian economic Union.
Tendencies of development of modern innovative technologies and the digital economy
Authors: Doguchaeva S. M.
Published: August 2018

The era of digital transformation provides the opportunity for leading companies to change priorities - to begin to take care of the support environment using innovative technologies and become a leading creative platform open for innovation. The successful development of the digital world, the blockchain technology, the Internet of things – the mechanism which will change the financial world.
Indicators of wireless technologies for monitoring the quality and management
Authors: Abbasov Е. М.
Published: August 2018

The problems of integration of the various wireless technologies, for-consists in the provision of required transmission speed and the transmission of information over a considerable distance at low power sensor nodes transmitters wireless Internet-water network for remote monitoring. Analyzed the integration of wireless LAN standard IEEE 802.11n/g and Bluetooth. Determined Graphic analytical dependence-dence, the defining characteristics of the data rate for wireless IEEE 802.11n / g networks. It analyzes the main shortcomings of BSS associated with ef cient use of batteries; the basic Metody reduce energy consumption for WSN based on the ZigBee technology, based on the planning schemes of awakening and data collection schemes. The possibilities MeshLogic technology solutions for the monitoring and control tasks that are critical to BPE-autonomous work Meni sensors.
The development of requirements for software and hardware information and telemetry systems
Authors: Abbasova T. S. , Moroz А. Р. , Belyuchenko I. M. , Strenalyuk Yu. V.
Published: August 2018

The classification of the components of information and telemetry systems. Identify a single specific basic software components for providing information and telemetry technologies for remote sensing devices. Analyzed the principles of ground control and organization of information exchange between ground control and other components of space infrastructure. Based on the analysis recommendations on the organization of the center flight control services.
System analysis of solar plant parameters for information computer and telecommunication equipment of data processing centers
Authors: Abbasov E. M. , Moroz A. P. , Vasiliev N. A. , Stavrovsky M. E.
Published: August 2018

System analysis of technical and economic indicators allowing to compare the efficiency of various power supply sources with an additional / backup solar power plant for data center equipment was carried out; Analytical dependencies for the overall efficiency of equipment, terms and conditions of operation; The unit cost of energy production and the payback period of the power plant, economic profit due to the ability to perform additional functions, environmental and social indicators, as a reserve source.
Comparison of results of forecasting of time series based on autoregression analysis and model trends
Authors: Sidorova N. Р. , Demina D. S.
Published: August 2018

At the moment, there are various forecasting models. Model tendencies are based on the key technical analysis techniques: smoothing data using a mathematical average, the allocation trend. Attempt selecting optimal models, are showing the minimum average error of prediction. On the basis of autoregressive models, based on the sample maximum likelihood, and model trends based on the methods of technical analysis based forecast for a sufficiently long period. Thus, the proposed models give a forecast with minimum average error, and its values are in the interval allowed for the researcher. The obtained results will help the decision makers to avoid unnecessary risk and correctly make a decision.
Elements of artificial intelligence, information means and robots as key components remote-cyber weapon
Authors: Vokin G. G.
Published: August 2018

The article outlines the general principles of construction and describes the characteristic features of remote-cybernetic weapons as weapons of a new class based on the joint use in the creation of a broad spectrum of key elements, technologies and new scientific and technical solutions from various fields of science and technology.
On-board converter of signals of inductive sensors of speed IS-1165M1 with increased noise immunity
Authors: Gorbatkin Y. B. , Chernyshev V. A. , Sevostyanov S. S. , Gladkov A. V.
Published: August 2018

The article is devoted to the development of a secondary converter for measuring the speed of turbo-pump aggregates of rocket engines. The principle of the induction speed sensor is considered in the article. A method is proposed for generating output pulses from signals of induction speed sensors, which consists in the preliminary integration of the signals of the speed sensor. This method allows to increase the reliability and accuracy of the formation of signals of induction speed sensors, as well as to increase the noise immunity of the secondary converter and significantly increase the dynamic range of measuring the speed. The data of flight tests of the developed secondary converter are given.
Method for obtaining a low-inertia high-strength thermocouple cable
Authors: Filippovich P. A.
Published: August 2018

Obtaining high-strength low-inertia thermocouple cable is currently problematic. An urgent task is to minimize the thermal lag and increase the strength of the cable is influenced by operational factors. It is necessary to search the solution of the relationship and compromise between strength and metrological characteristics of thermocouple cable. This task is proposed to solve by using rotary forging, by obtaining a variable cross-section of the sensitive element of thermocouple cable. We show the possibility of creating such a high-strength thermocouple cable and the basic features and predicted result of its use.
Model of operational control of the project for the integration of information management systems
Authors: Akimkina E. E.
Published: August 2018

An analysis model has been developed that includes the main components of the Gantt chart and Pareto diagrams and the sensitivity analysis of the project. An example of the application of this model for the integration of the 1C: Enterprise system as a data source into a decision support system is given. When analyzing the sensitivity of the project, the task is to select and quickly calculate the time and sequence of actions that affect the final result. A sensitivity chart of the project is proposed, which is based on calculating the percentage of deviation of the indicator from the planned by the project and serves to control and redistribute the employees released as a result of the introduction of information technologies.
Evaluation of efficiency of enterprise information systems
Authors: Devin I. V.
Published: August 2018

In the article the analysis of methods of an estimation of information systems of the enterprise is made. They include complex, probabilistic methods and methods by which some adaptive effects are measured. Their pluses and minuses are described.
Analysis of the properties of orbit minimum elevation changes
Authors: Artyushenko V. M. , Vinogradov D. Y.
Published: August 2018

The article discusses the use of a class of orbits of minimal change in height (OMIV) as a software orbits in ballistic design of space systems of Earth remote sensing. The basic ratio for determining the parameters of the OMIV in ascending node. Indicate the area of possible application of orbits of this type.
Technical efficiency of parallel multimode optical cable channels category OM5 for data centers
Authors: Semenov A. B. , Bylina M. S.
Published: August 2018

The expediency of transition to the principle of wavelength multiplexing scheme in the process of building the telecommunications infrastructure of modern data centers. Grounded computational model to determine the maximum length of the optical channel, which takes into account the dependence of attenuation- and bandwidth factors on the wavelength. Evaluated technical benefit to using a new generation wideband multimode optical fiber of category OM5.
Algorithm of detection of preferences of the operator, governing the robotechnical system in the game environment
Authors: Vilisov V. Ya.
Published: August 2018

The article proposes an approach and one of the algorithms for training a robotic technical system (RTS) operating under counteraction conditions, expedient (optimal) behavior. The approach is based on the approximation by the game model of the preferences of the person making the decision (PMD), in whose interests the RTS operates. Iterative adjustment of the model parameters is performed on the basis of data on decisions made by PMD received during the normal operation of the RTS under the control of the operator (PMD) or by the results of testing. On the simulation model example, the successful adaptation of the game model, which confirmed the efficiency of the algorithm and the effectiveness of the approach, was demonstrated.
Methods for increasing the thermal conductivity of polymers and polymer composite materials
Authors: Nikolaeva Е. А. , Timofeev A. N. , Mikhaylovskiy K. V.
Published: August 2018

This article summarizes data of research and development in the field of increasing the thermal conductivity of polymers and polymer composite materials by using high thermal conductivity particles and fibers.
Pneumatic rechargeable battery system for renewable energy sources
Authors: Alekseevich M. Y. , Dubinin V. S. , Shkarupa S. O.
Published: August 2018

To provide power supply of remote objects, a common solution is decentralized energy supply. One way to implement this method of energy supply is to generate energy using renewable energy sources (RES). Despite the significant expansion of energy sources (solar modules, wind generation), the question of energy storage remains largely open. At present, the process of development and permanent modernization of various types of batteries for RES is of scientific and practical interest.
A mathematical model and an algorithm for sampling sets of components on the Assembly enterprises of space technology
Authors: Rudakov V. B. , Makarov V. M. , Makarov M. I.
Published: August 2018

The article considers the problem of determining the rational plans of the input sampling reliability and technical parameters of components of space technology, the totality of which is supplied to the Assembly plants for the manufacture of complex products of space technology. Problem statement and mathematical model based on the minimization of the economic costs of control and losses related to the risks of taking wrong decisions, are given in the article. The properties of the mathematical models are investigated, the algorithm for its optimization is developed. The result is an optimal plan for the sampling of sets of components, which includes: an optimal product mix subject to mandatory control of the aggregate and optimum risks of first and second kind, when acceptance number of statistical plan is zero. The latter circumstance is due to the high requirements of reliability and technical parameters of products of space technology.
FIR filters in the Matlab eq ближайшее environment based on the Russian eq контроллера microprocessor оценивается «Sputnik»
Authors: Salnikov O. N. , Poluban A. D.
Published: August 2018

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High thermal conductivity carbon fiber reinforced polymer based on a carbon fiber from pitch and dispersed-filled ENPB matrix
Authors: Nikolaeva E. A. , Timofeev A. N. , Mikhaylovskiy K. V.
Published: August 2018

This article describes the results of the development of a high thermal conductivity carbon fiber reinforced polymer based on carbon fiber from pitch and an ENPB matrix modified with a carbon powder of high thermal conductivity. Data of the technological scheme of production and the results of determining the physicomechanical and thermophysical characteristics of carbon fiber reinforced polymer are presented.
The setting of the task of detection and prevention of dangerous proximity as part of a prospective air traffic management system
Authors: Strukova A. V.
Published: August 2018

The article deals with the tasks of detection and prevention of dangerous encounters as part of a prospective air traffic management system. A systematic description of the introduction of a new generation of communication, navigation and surveillance systems that provides technical capabilities for the modernization of the air traffic management system is given.
Legal and regulatory framework of Information security of automated process control systems
Authors: Kirilina T. Yu. , Gorbaneva E. N. , Poznyakevich A. V.
Published: August 2018

Nowadays protection of automated process control systems in the Russian Federation is one of the most important problems in the field of information security. Number of cyberthreats is increasing dramatically that has critical value for an ecological, social and macroeconomic component of the state.
Pachyphytum confusum (Crassulaceae), una especie nueva del suroeste del estado de Guanajuato, México
Authors: Pérez-Calix Emmanuel , Guadián-Marín Jesús Israel , García-Ruiz Ignacio
Published: August 2018

Antecedentes y Objetivos: Pachyphytum (Crassulaceae) es un género endémico del centro de México; incluye plantas colgantes y suculentas que habitan riscos y taludes. La información taxonómica de Pachyphytum está incluida en obras generales de Crassulaceae y en una serie de artículos en los que se describen especies nuevas. A nivel regional, está contenida en el tratamiento de la familia Crassulaceae para la Flora del Bajío y de regiones adyacentes. El objetivo de este trabajo es nombrar y describir una especie nueva de Pachyphytum con base en plantas colectadas en el suroeste del estado de Guanajuato.Métodos: Se efectuaron excursiones a una de las localidades de donde se registró la planta en la Sierra de Pénjamo, y a la localidad tipo de Pachyphytum machucae. Se realizaron las descripciones de las plantas colectadas y se preparó un cuadro comparativo, se hizo una investigación en la literatura buscando especies semejantes morfológicamente.Resultados clave: Se propone a Pachyphytum confusum como especie nueva para la ciencia, se compara con P. machucae y P. glutinicaule con las que muestra semejanzas morfológicas. Se le asigna el estatus de conservación de Vulnerable (VU).Conclusiones: No obstante que Pachyphytum consta de 21 especies, interpretar sus relaciones ha sido complicado, en su última revisión se optó por considerar dos secciones, Pachyphytum y Diotostemon; la especie nueva se ubica en la primera. A los ejemplares de Pachyphytum colectados en la Sierra de Pénjamo, se les confundió hasta ahora con P. machucae, pero su comparación evidenció diferencias significativas para considerarlos entidades distintas. Otra especie con la que se asemeja, que presenta corolas más grandes que el cáliz, es Pachyphytum glutinicaule; sin embargo, presentan diferencias en los pétalos, en las brácteas y en las hojas. En algunas publicaciones se discute la inconsistencia de la clasificación infragenérica, criterio que se enfatiza con el descubrimiento de Pachyphytum confusum.
INDIAN MEDICINAL PLANT TRIGONELLA FOENUM-GRAECUM: PHYTOCOMPOUNDS DETECTION AND PHARMACOLOGICAL STUDIES
Authors: Ahmad Afaque , Verma Hirday N , Dev Kapil
Published: August 2018

Objective: Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a medicinal plant of culinary origin commonly used as spice and vegetable. The present study was focused to identify the immunomodulatory applications of T. foenum-graecum.Methods: The presence of phytochemicals and many biological activities such as antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal and anti-inflammatory activities were identified by various standard protocol respectively.Results: The phytochemical analysis was flavonoids, alkaloids, phenols, etc., whereas no traces of carboxylic acid were found. Results showed that T. foenum-graecum aqueous and methanolic extract (TfgAE and TfgME) highly inhibited Escherichia coli (percentage mean growth inhibition [% MGI] of 77.012±1.732% and 78.428±1.448%) and least effective against Staphylococcus aureus (percentage MGI of 46.661±0.707% and 78.428±0.0076%), respectively. TfgAE, TfgME, and ascorbic acid demonstrated highest percentage 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging of 94.19316±0.0047%, 94.7942±0.0050%, and 99.67775±0.0053% and lowest of 17.18339±0.0059%, 24.47114±0.0052%, and 61.81149±0.0046%, respectively. Ferric reducing antioxidant power assay of TfgAE and TfgME showed maximum of 1.0527±0.065 mM and 1.0067±0.041 mM and minimum value of 0.3027±0.052 mM and 0.275±0.057 mM, respectively, as compared to the ascorbic acid (1.1847±0.049 mM and minimal at 0.373±0.032 mM). TfgAE and TfgME showed anti-inflammatory activity with the highest inhibition of albumin denaturation of 44.93771±0.0071% and 39.14707±0.0068% and the lowest of 21.32969±0.0075% and 15.53905±0.0065%, respectively. The other assay revealed that TfgAE and TfgME demonstrated the highest proteinase inhibition of 29.94818±0.0071% and 74.337±0.0073% and the lowest of 14.47679±0.0082% and 25.327±0.0079%, respectively, at extract volume or amount of 1000 μl and 100 μl.Conclusion: Results showed T. foenum-graecum might act as strong natural antibiotic agent and antioxidant agent and can be used against inflammatory diseases.
EVALUATION OF ANTIDIABETIC AND ANTIOXIDANT EFFECTS OF ETHANOLIC LEAF EXTRACT OF ERYTHRINA ABBYSINICA LAM, EX DC
Authors: Davie Rexon Kamadyaapa , Mavuto Masopera Gondwe , Mathulo Shauli , Constance Sewani Rusike , Benedicta Nkeh Chungag
Published: August 2018

Objective: This study was conducted to scientifically evaluate the antidiabetic and antioxidant effects of ethanolic leaf extract of Erythrina abbysinica (EEA).Methods: Acute and sub-chronic effects of EEA at 100, 200, and 400 mg/kg/bwt and glibenclamide (GL) at 5 mg/kg/bwt. were evaluated in both normal and streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetic male Wistar rats (250–300 g). The acute studies were performed using oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). In sub-chronic studies, animals were orally administered with EEA and GL daily for 6 w. Brine shrimp assay was used to determine the toxicity of EEA. 1, 1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl, ferric reducing capacity of plasma, and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances assays were used to determine antioxidant properties of EEA.Results: Following OGTT, EEA significantly (p<0.05) and dose-dependently (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg/bwt) decreased blood glucose levels in both normal and STZ-induced diabetic rats when compared with positive and negative control counterparts at all-time points, whereas GL significantly (p<0.05) decreased blood glucose only in normal rats but not in diabetic rats. Daily, oral administration of EEA for 6 w significantly (p<0.05) and dose-dependently (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg/bwt) decreased blood glucose levels in STZ-induced diabetic rats when compared with the diabetic control group. EEA revealed weak toxicity with a lethal concentration50 value of 997 μg/ml). Furthermore, EEA showed significant free radical scavenging, total antioxidant, and anti-lipid peroxidative capacities.Conclusion: The study has shed more light on the scientific basis for the use of E. abbysinica in management of diabetes in some communities of Eastern Cape of South Africa.
EFFECT OF ANTIRETROVIRAL TREATMENT REGIMENS ON LIVER ENZYMES IN HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS PATIENTS
Authors: Mn Adiga Sachidananda , S Adiga Usha
Published: August 2018

Objective: Treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) with highly active antiretroviral therapy is complicated due to its effect on liver enzymes along with associated risk of opportunistic infection and its treatment. The objective of the study was to compare the effect of two zidovudine and lamivudine-based regimens on liver enzymes and to correlate them with age and CD4 count in HIV patients.Methods: In this retrospective study, patients who have received zidovudine+lamivudine+nevirapine (ZLN) or zidovudine+lamivudine+efavirenz (ZLE) at least for 1 year were included. Baseline, 6-month, and 1-year values of aspartate amino transferase (AST), alanine amino transferase (ALT), and CD4 count were collected. One-way analysis of variance and unpaired t-test were used to compare the difference in AST, ALT, and CD4 count value within basal, 6 months, and 1 year of two group and between the groups, respectively. Pearson’s correlation was used for correlation study.Results: Elevation of AST levels in patients who had received ZLN regimen at different interval was significant statistically. There was a statistically significant elevation of ALT level at 6 months. There was no significant change in AST and ALT values in patients who had received ZLE regimen. Between the two regimens, there was statistically significant difference in AST and ALT values at 6 months and 1 year. There was no correlation between age and CD4 count with liver enzymes.Conclusion: We conclude from the study that nevirapine containing zidovudine regimen showed a slight elevation in AST. The efavirenz regimen did not show a change in AST and ALT.
ANTIBIOGRAM PROFILING OF HELICOBACTER PYLORI STRAINS AND THE EFFICACY OF BRASSICA CAPITATA AGAINST RESISTANT STRAINS ISOLATED FROM THE PATIENTS SUFFERING FROM GASTRODUODENAL DISEASES IN GAUHATI, ASSAM
Authors: Mahant Shweta , Gehlot Valentina , Bhatnagar Seema , Rikhi Megha , Mukhopadhyay Asish Kumar , Dutta Sangitanjan , Agarwal Anil , Das Kunal , Das Rajashree
Published: August 2018

Objective: Helicobacter pylori resistance toward commonly used antibiotics is increasing leading to the treatment failure; hence, our aim is to determine the antibiogram susceptibility pattern of H. pylori strains isolated from Guwahati, Assam (Northeast India) and also to test the efficacy of the Brassica capitata against the multi and dual drug-resistant strains of North and Northeast India.Methods: Minimum inhibitory concentration of different antibiotics was determined by agar dilution method. Disc diffusion method was used to check the efficacy of B. capitata against clarithromycin (CLR), metronidazole (MTZ), and levofloxacin (LEV)-resistant H. pylori strains.Results: All the H. pylori strains were 100% sensitive to CLR, tetracycline, amoxicillin, and furazolidone. 72.8% of the strains were sensitive toward MTZ and 54.5% were sensitive toward LEV. B. capitata showed good efficacy against the resistant strains of H. pylori of North and Northeast India.Conclusion: Most of the H. pylori strains from Northeast India were sensitive toward the commonly used antibiotics for the treatment regime. B. capitata is effective against H. pylori infection, suggesting its potential as an alternative therapy, and opens the way for further studies on identification of novel antimicrobial targets of B. capitata.
HISTOPATHOLOGICAL LIVER TISSUES OF ALLOXAN-INDUCED WISTAR RATS THAT GIVEN LAWSONIA INERMIS (LINN.) LEAVES’ ETHANOLIC EXTRACT
Authors: Sari Mutiara Indah , Anggraini Dwi Rita
Published: August 2018

Objectives: The aim of this research was to see the effect of Lawsonia inermis (Linn.) leaves ethanolic extract (LLEE) on liver histopathological of alloxan-induced Wistar rats.Methods: Thirty-five of male Wistar rats grouped into five groups, i.e., K (normal) given 0.9% NaCl solution and P1–P4 were induced using alloxan (120 mg/kg BW) intraperitoneally. P2–P4 was given LLEE, i.e., 200 mg/kg BW, 400 mg/kg BW, and 600 mg/kg BW for 28 days. On 29th day, all Wistar rats of the group were sacrificed to take its liver. Histology preparation of liver by paraffin slicing method of hematoxylin-eosin staining. The observation was done under a microscope with ×40 and ×100 magnification. Observation of the liver histopathological includes changes of the central venous, sinusoid, hepatocyte morphology, and glycogen accumulation, P1–P4 compared to K.Result: The results showed that in P4 group, LLEE dose 600 mg/Kg BW for 28 days able to improve liver tissues structure of alloxan-induced Wistar rats.Conclusion: The LLEE at dose 600 mg/Kg BW effective can restore the liver destruction of alloxan-induced Wistar rats.
EFFECT OF NERVE CONDUCTION STUDIES IN HYPOTHYROIDISM - AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
Authors: A Lalithamma , S Vadivel , W Johnson , V Jacob , T Chitra
Published: August 2018

Objective: This observational study was conducted during the year 2016–2017 to assess the electrodiagnostic evidence of peripheral nerve dysfunction among newly diagnosed hypothyroid patients attending a tertiary care hospital and to find the effect of hormonal treatment after short duration. Methods: An observational study was conducted in 25 newly diagnosed hypothyroid patients with the age group of 20–60 were included. After obtaining informed consent, all participants were examined with electrodiagnostic workup performed at the initial time of diagnosis and after short duration for median and ulnar nerves of upper limb by (NeuroStim -NS2, EMG/EP/NCV, and MEDICAID SYSTEMS). Electrophysiological parameters such as distal motor latency, amplitude, and conduction velocity were evaluated. Results: The mean age of study population was 42.7±12.1 (23–61) years. The mean values of nerve conduction velocity of motor and sensory median before the treatment were 42.8±15.7 and 40.13±4.19 and motor and sensory ulnar before treatment were 41.18±22.4 and 39.46±11.9. The mean values of nerve conduction velocity of motor and sensory median after treatment were 53.35±4.7 and 57.3±5.6 and motor and sensory ulnar After treatment were 54.56±2.99 and 54.09±12.17. The result of the study. Shows that there were reduction of conduction velocity before treatment and statistically significant after 3 months duration of treatment with appropriate doses. Conclusion: After treatment, total triiodothyronine, total thyroxin, free triiodothyronine, free thyroxin, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and median and ulnar nerve motor and sensory functions were normal with appropriate treatment. The involvement of sensory fibers is more than that of the motor fibers.
ARTEMISININ CONTENT ON ARTEMISIA ANNUA L. TREATED BY GLORIOSA SUPERBA SEEDS’ WATER EXTRACT
Authors: R Sri Indah , Susilowati Ari , Widyastuti Yuli , Yunus Ahmad
Published: August 2018

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the artemisinin content on Artemisia annua L. treated by water extract of Gloriosa superba seeds.Methods: G. superba seeds obtained naturally on Krakal Beach, Gunung Kidul, and extraction used a maceration method by water solvent (1:1). A. annua L. sprouts were obtained from B2P2TOOT Tawangmangu. Treatment variables done on sprouts using various water extract concentration of G. superba seeds and soaking time on A. annua L. sprouts. Determination of artemisinin content in leaf extract of A. annua L. was done using KLT-densitometric method with n-hexane:ethyl acetate (4:1) as mobile phase.Result: The result showed that artemisinin content in plant treatment of G. superba seed water extract was higher (9.78 μg/μl [±3.21]–16.60 μg/μl [±1.39]) compared to control plants (6.39 μg/μl [±1.40]). The concentration water extract of G. superba seed affected the level of artemisinin in the treatment plant. On the other hand, the soaking of A. annua L. sprouts using the water extract of G. superba seed did not affect the level of artemisinin content.Conclusion: Artemisinin content in treatment plant by G. superba seed water extract treatment was higher compared to control plants.