bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Avtologni veznično-limbalni presadek pri enostranskem popolnem pomanjkanju limbalnih epitelnih matičnih celic
Authors: Schollmayer Petra , Lužnik Zala
Published: November 2017

Background: Corneal epithelium is renewed by stem cells (SC) that reside at the corneal limbus. Reduced number of SC or their abnormal function lead to the ocular surface disease called limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD), characterized by corneal conjunctivalization, vascularization, persistent epithelial defects, chronic inflammation, and loss of vision. In a case of total unilateral LSCD, autologous transplantation of limbal epithelial stem cells (LESC) from the healthy eye is needed. We describe the surgical technique of choice for autologous limbal transplantation, called conjunctival limbal autograft (CLAU) that we combined with amniotic membrane (AM) use. We present the results of CLAU in three patients with total unilateral LSCD due to chemical injury.Methods: Autologous limbal transplantation CLAU begins with the removal of fibrovascular pannus from the diseased corneal surface and the harvesting of two conjunctival-limbal grafts from the healthy eye. The grafts are then transplanted on to the limbal area of the recipient eye. AM is used as a patch to cover the denuded cornea and limbal grafts, as well as a barrier preventing the conjunctival epithelium from encroaching on to the temporal and nasal side of the corneal surface. In the donor eye, AM is used to cover the donor sites. CLAU with the use of AM was performed in 3 patients with unilateral LSCD due to chemical eye injury. In one patient limbal transplantation was combined with symblepharon lysis for entropium repair. In all cases AM was removed 3–6 days postoperatively to assess the growth of new epithelium from the limbal grafts. In all patients the ocular surface was covered with another AM until the cornea was completely epithelized and the new epithelium stable. In one patient the corneal regrafting and cataract removal was performed subsequently.Results: CLAU was successful in 2 patients and partially successful in 1 patient during the follow up. In all cases the growth of new epithelium from the limbal grafts was noted on day 3–6 after CLAU. The cornea was completely epithelized within 2 weeks in 2 patients and after 35 days in one patient. In two patients the corneal epithelium remained clear, smooth and stable during the follow up of 3.5 years and 4 months, respectively. In one patient, uneven epithelium probably representing a mosaic of corneal and conjunctival cells was noted in the central corneal region, where a small corneal ulcer developed 5 months after CLAU. In donor eyes no postoperative complications were noted, the donor sites epithelized within few days.Conclusions: Autologous limbal transplantation according to CLAU surgical technique combined with the use of AM is a successful and safe therapy for restoring corneal surface in total unilateral LSCD after chemical injury. It enables further surgical procedures for restoring the vision such as corneal transplantation and cataract surgery.
Prva slovenska zdravnica dr. Eleonora Jenko Groyer (1879 – 1959)
Authors: Fischinger Janez , Fischinger Duša
Published: November 2017

Eleonora Jenko (1879-1959), married Groyer from the year 1907, was promoted as the first Slovenian physician at the Women's Medical Institute in St. Peterburg on February 14, 1907. She studied in Russia, because her parents felt sympathetic towards Russian nation, and because women in Austro-Hungarian Empire were not allowed to continue their education at Gymnasiums or at the Universities. Her obtained diploma could not be nostrified in AustroHungarian Empire; she only received the recognition of its equivalency. She could only perform her professional medical work in the former region of Kranjska (Krain) and at the Austrian coast (Küstenland). She was the first female physician who opened an independent medical practice in Opatija. At the beginning of the Great War she returned to Ljubljana and practiced as a physician in Grosuplje. She was not entitled to sign her name as a Doctor, as her diploma has not yet been nostrified. In order to nostrificate her diploma in the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes she had to take the exams in Pharmacology and Forensic Medicine at the Zagreb Medical Faculty. On June 15, 1921 she was promoted again, and the same year she opened her medical practice as the first female physician in Ljubljana. She worked her whole life as an independent physician, as all her applications for the public office were rejected.
ODSTRANITEV LIPPESOVEGA MATERNIČNEGA VLOŽKA IZ TREBUŠNE VOTLINE PO 42 LETIH – PRIKAZ PRIMERA
Authors: Ćatić Denis , Lovšin Boštjan
Published: November 2017

Background: Intrauterine device is one of the most eﬀective methods of contraception which in addition to many advantages also has its disadvantages. It can pass through the wall of the uterus and migrate into any tissue in the abdominal cavity. Since dislocation may be unrecognized for several years, re-examination after IUD insertion is necessary.Patients and methods: This article shows an example of a 72-year old patient with an accidentally discovered dislocated Lippes Loop IUD in the abdominal cavity. By the help of X-ray (RTG) and computed tomography (CT) we have determined its position and successfully removed it after 42 years.Conclusions: Migration and dislocation of an IUD is a rare complication and often completely asymptomatic. In order to avoid serious complications, it is necessary to re- examine patients regularly after insertion. An onset of pain certainly calls for the multidisciplinary approach in which a specialist of family medicine has the central role.
Lumbalna punkcija: primerjava netravmatske in travmatske punkcijske igle
Authors: Bregant Tina , Rot Uroš , Groselj Leja Dolenc
Published: November 2017

Background: Lumbar puncture is a standardized, routine diagnostic procedure in the diagnosis of neurological diseases. Post-duarl puncture headache (PDPH) is a common complication which occurs in 10 to 30 % of patients. Although the incidence of PDPH is much lower with the use of small, non-cutting needles, neurologists in Slovenia routinely use the classical traumatic spinal needles.Methods: In the article we provide an overview of a research concerned with the use of traumatic and atraumatic needles in the procedure with the emphasis on complications of the lumbar puncture. We present American and European recommendations for lumbar puncture procedure.Conclusions: International recommendations for neurologists advise the use of atraumatic spinal needles for lumbar puncture. We recommend to Slovenian neurologists to start using the atraumatic needles for elective lumbar punctures and hence provide neurological patients with better quality and cheaper long-term care.
Inovacijska past: izmenljivi vrat totalne kolčne endoproteze
Authors: Fokter Samo Karel , Levašič Vesna , Kovač Simon
Published: November 2017

Background: Innovations play the key role in the success of orthopaedic surgery. However, even minor modifications in the established concepts and proven designs may result in disasters. The endemic of modular femoral neck fracture (24 cases of about 4000 implanted) in fully modular total hip arthroplasty, popular in our country for the last 20 years, seems to challenge us with such an unfortunate consequences. The aim of this report was to analyze the extent and the causes of the problem on the one hand and to propose possible solutions on the other.Methods: Literature search for problems associated with Profemur Z (or earlier versions with the same taper-cone design) fully-modular femoral stem made of titanium alloy (Ti6Al4V) was performed, and hip arthroplasty registries were searched to evaluate the failure rates of the mentioned design. Mechanisms of failure were studied to get in-depth understanding of this particular hip reconstruction device.Results: Since 2010 onwards, several case reports on catastrophic modular femoral neck fractures of Profemur Z were published. Te frst Slovenian case was described in 2012. The first two larger series with modular femoral neck fractures were published in 2016. Te Australian Joint Replacement Registry was the first to discover increased revision rates due to fractures of this hip reconstruction system. Public Agency of the Republic of Slovenia for Medicinal Products and Medical Devices (JAZMP) received frst two reports regarding Profemur Z modular neck complication from abroad in 2010, the first Slovenian report was received in 2012, and altogether 7 reports from Slovenian hospitals were received until December 2016. Corrosion at the neck-taper interface, where two equal or diﬀerent materials are subject to constant wear in the presence of body ﬂuids, is assumed to be responsible for the unacceptable high failure rate.Conclusions: Manufacturers are responsible to produce and market only safe devices. However, orthopaedic surgeons should carefully monitor any adverse eﬀect of innovations. JAZMP took adequate measures only after having received an urgent field safety corrective notice from the manufacturer in 2015 indicating that all lots of long modular necks made from cobalt-chromium alloy should be withdrawn. Tis should be viewed in concordance with the fact that the regulatory agency of the Republic of Slovenia was not receiving vigilance reports accurately and was thus unaware of the extent of this complication. A national arthroplasty registry would probably warn orthopaedic community on this questionable innovation earlier. Regulatory bodies should therefore establish such a registry as soon as possible, for the benefit of our patients.
Priporočila za obravnavo bolnika z astmo na primarni in specialistični pulmološki ravni v Sloveniji
Authors: Škrgat Sabina , Triller Nadja , Košnik Mitja , Poplas Susič Tonka , Petek Davorina , Vodopivec Jamšek Vlasta , Hudoklin Irena , Ogrič Lapajne Ana , Letonja Saša , Šorli Jure , Rozman Sinur Irma , Koterle Marjan , Edelbaher Natalija , Regvat Jurij , Birtič Damjan , Slaček Simona , Zidarn Mihaela , Triller Katja , Turel Matjaž , Osolnik Katarina , Marčun Robert , Fležar Matjaž
Published: November 2017

The purpose of this paper is to implement the guidelines proposed by GINA in the Slovenian healthcare system, and to describe the cornerstones of the management of this disease. The document is meant to serve as an agreed approach to the management of asthma patients.
Mnenje pulmologov o pomenu vdihovalnikov pri bolnikih z astmo ali KOPB
Authors: Košnik Mitja , Triller Nadja , Šelb Julij
Published: November 2017

Background: Medications for asthma and COPD are mainly used in the form of inhalations. A survey was performed to obtain the opinion of experts about the importance of inhalers in inhaled drug therapy.Methods: All members–pulmonologists of the Slovenian Respiratory Society were invited to participate in the survey using a two-stage Delphi method. The result of each response were shown by the median and interquartile range, whereby we calculated the level of consensus.Results: 176 doctors were invited. Most questions were answered by 49 (27.8 %) participants. In the second round 42 doctors responded. As many as 33 out of 41 respondents (80.5 %) felt that in the treatment of asthma and COPD the selection of medicines and inhalers are equally important. When choosing an inhaler, it is crucial that it is simple to instruct the patients about its use. Respondents highly agreed with the statement that patients should receive a prescription for inhaler only after they have been trained on how to use it. As appropriate persons for the training of patients on the use of inhalers the respondents recognized (from most to least suitable) pulmonologists, nurses, general practitioners or pharmacists. 53.8 % of respondents considered that the patient’s skill of the use of inhaler should be checked on every visit to the doctor. Respondents believed that replacing inhalers without consulting the treating doctor may result in incorrect use of the inhaler, poor patient compliance, more exacerbations of the disease and poorer disease control. Some consensus with an indiﬀerent median of 4.5 was reached with regard to the argument that the doctor should prescribe the inhaler that is the cheapest for society.Conclusions: Slovenian pulmonologists believe that any change of inhaler is a critical event, which must be coordinated with the patient and the doctor.
Respiracijske transfuzijske reakcije
Authors: Marić Ivica , Mlakar Polona , Bricl Irena
Published: November 2017

Respiratory transfusion-related reactions are not very frequent, partly also because recognition and reporting transfusion reactions is still underemphasized. Tis article describes the most important respiratory transfusion reactions, their pathophysiology, clinical picture and treatment strategies. Respiratory transfusion related reactions can be primary or secondary. The most important primary transfusion-related reactions are TRALI - transfusion-related acute lung injury, TACO – transfusion-associated circulatory overload, and TAD - transfusion-associated dyspnea. TRALI is immuneassociated injury of alveolar basal membrane, which becomes highly permeable and causes noncardiogenic pulmonary edema. Treatment of TRALI is mainly supportive with oxygen, ﬂuids (in case of hypotension) and in cases of severe acute respiratory failure also mechanic ventilation. TACO is caused by volume overload in predisposed individuals, such as patients with heart failure, the elderly, infants, patients with anemia and patients with positive ﬂuid balance. Clinical picture is that of a typical pulmonary cardiogenic edema, and the therapy is classical: oxygen and diuretics, and in severe cases also non-invasive or invasive mechanical ventilation. TAD is usually a mild reaction of unknown cause and cannot be classified as TACO or TRALI, nor can it be ascribed to patient’s preexisting diseases. Although the transfusion-related reactions are not very common, knowledge about them can prevent serious consequences. On the one hand preventive measures should be sought, and on the other early recognition is beneficial, so that proper treatment can take place.
Kodeks zdravniške etike
Authors: SZD-SZZ .
Published: November 2017

Te Code was approved on December 12, 1992, at the 3rd regular meeting of the General Assembly of the Medical Chamber of Slovenia and revised on April 24, 1997, at the 27th regular meeting of the General Assembly of the Medical Chamber of Slovenia. The Code was updated and harmonized with the Medical Association of Slovenia and approved on October 6, 2016, at the regular meeting of the General Assembly of the Medical Chamber of Slovenia.
Territoires MRC du Québec : planification et gouvernance d’État
Authors: Proulx Marc-Urbain
Published: November 2017

En 1979, au Québec, on adopta une approche territoriale intitulée « perspective communautaire nouvelle ». Par voie de législation, les territoires supralocaux que sont les MRC (municipalités régionales de comté) ont été établis. À des degrés variables, ces aires de gestion ont fait l’objet d’une construction institutionnelle progressive par l’exercice de nouvelles fonctions publiques. Notre hypothèse est que les territoires des MRC présentent des spécificités étatiques. Sur la base d’un cadre théorique intégrateur apporté par la planification, les faits recueillis en plusieurs saisies documentaires permettent d’analyser les principaux attributs de la gouvernance territoriale. Tout en validant notre hypothèse, la mise à jour de ces données montre un hiatus très actuel. Une enquête récente permet à cet effet d’illustrer comment la médiation intersectorielle peut alimenter la poursuite du progrès institutionnel, ce qui représente un enjeu central pour la planification territoriale des MRC.
Le domicile des personnes vieillissantes : lieu de mise à l’épreuve de la professionnalité des infirmières libérales
Authors: Feyfant Véronique
Published: November 2017

La professionnalité des infirmières libérales françaises se définit par l’autodétermination de leur activité, liée à leur statut libéral. L’article interroge la mise à l’épreuve de cette professionnalité lorsque des infirmières libérales interviennent dans les domiciles des personnes vieillissantes. Considéré tour à tour comme un lieu physique et matériel, comme un lieu d’accès à une intimité à la fois corporelle et identitaire liée au vieillissement, et enfin comme un lieu de sociabilités possibles, le domicile est interrogé comme mettant potentiellement au défi la professionnalité infirmière libérale. Cet article est basé sur une enquête qualitative menée entre 2011 et 2013, auprès de 53 personnes, tant des infirmières libérales et autres aidants professionnels, que des personnes vieillissantes. Les entretiens et les observations de situations de soins ou de réunions entre professionnelles ont donné lieu à une double analyse thématique et par « cas » qui ont permis de révéler que les soins infirmiers libéraux peuvent être déterminés par des éléments extérieurs tels que les caractéristiques physiques du domicile, l’intervention d’autres professionnels avec qui les infirmières communiquent, les enjeux de la relation qui s’instaure entre acteurs, mais aussi la visibilité sociale des soins infirmiers effectués. L’ensemble de ces éléments fait apparaitre une forme d’« hétérodétermination » du travail infirmier libéral (qui estompe l’autodétermination précitée), montrant par là un déplacement d’enjeu. Ce qui importe n’est pas tant d’exercer son métier de soignant que de créer et maintenir un lien avec l’ensemble des acteurs impliqués dans l’accompagnement de la personne vieillissante à son domicile.
ZADACI I PREPORUKE U PROCESU INTEGRACIJE SRBIJE U EU
Authors: Kocić Bojan
Published: November 2017

Srbija je tokom 2010.godine napravila veliki korak i iskoračila ka punoj integraciji svog ekonomskog i političkog sistema ka EU. Dobijanje saglasnosti za sporazum o stabilizaciji i pridruživanju, otvara mogućnost za pregovore i upitnik o sledećem koraku, dobijanju statusa kandidata za EU. Sam rad će detaljno opisati sva prava i obaveze koje Srbija po dobijanju statusa kandidata mora da ispuni, kao i prednosti sagledane kroz dostupnost fondovima EU koji zemljama kandidatima stoje na raspolaganju, kao i primere zemalja koje su ovaj proces završile i uz pomoć fondovima EU povećali svoj GDP. U samom radu prikazaće se i primeri zemalja u okruženju koji su bili na približno istom razvojnom nivou kao i Srbija, na samom početku integracije, kao i benefite koji se sada vide u prezentovanim zemljama.
UPRAVLJANJE INTELEKTUALNIM KAPITALOM U FUNKCIJI PRIVREDNOG RAZVOJA I UNAPREĐENJA KONKURENTNOSTI
Authors: Hodžić Abid
Published: November 2017

Ljudski resursi, naročito visokoobrazovani, postaju pokretač razvoja svake ekonomije bazirane na znanju. BiH mora pronaći recept kako da generiše i zadrži kvalitetne kadrove, posebno u uslovima kada je suočena sa problemom “odliva pameti”, kako zbog političkih tako i zbog ekonomskih razloga. Trendovi govore da će se migracije nastaviti, a posebno tokom procesa približavanja EU-i. Cilj ovog istraživanja je da se sagleda značaj ljudskih resursa za razvoj zemlje, te analiziraju napori koji su uloženi u državi na polju povratka kvalifikovanih kadrova, kao i zadržavanja mladih stručnjaka unutar BiH-e. Planiranje kadrova mora postati dio sveukupne strategije zemlje u svrhu postizanja međunarodne konkurentnosti, kao i privrednog napretka. S tim u vezi, procesi u menadžmentu ljudskih resursa zahtijevaju vrijednosni sistem, kriterije i postupke koji generišu znanje. Drugim riječima, potrebna je čvrsta sinhronizacija planiranja ljudskih resursa, dizajniranja posla, izbora kadrova, obuke, ocjenjivanja radne uspješnosti i nagrađivanja.
The Application of Information and Communication Technologies in Dance Sport in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Srdić Velibor , Nešić Milan
Published: November 2017

Abstract: The research was performed with the aim of determining the frequency and ways of application of information and communication technologies (ICT) in dance sport in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The research was conducted on the sample of 33 dance clubs, that is, their representatives, with the condition for the clubs to belong to one of the two national dance associations of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The data were collected via interviews, associations’ web pages and their archives. The research utilized analysis and induction method. The results showed weak application of ITC in everyday work of dance clubs, but they also indicated the appropriate usage of ICT by dance associations (as the “umbrella” organizations of dance sport) at dance competitions. In this sense, it is advisable to steer finances towards improvement of dance clubs’ equipment and IT training of employees.
Performance Evaluation of Routing Protocols in a Wireless Sensor Network for Targeted Environment
Authors: Denkovski Viktor , Stojcevska Biljana , Dovenski Toni , Pachovski Veno , Bozinovski Adrijan
Published: November 2017

This paper investigates the performance of reactive and proactive routing protocols in a wireless sensor network for targeted enviroment. AODV and DSR are chosen as representatives for the reactive routing protocols and DSDV for the proactive. A wireless sensor network application for farm cattle monitoring is created. The proposed solution meets a desired requirement for periodically observing the condition of each individual animal, processing the gathered data and reporting it to the farmer. However, an implementation of a WSN needs to meet particular technical challenges before it can be suitable to be applied in cattle management. For this, multiple scenarios are presented with various situations to evaluate the performance of routing protocols in the WSNs. Finally, the results concerning data transportation from the mounted sensory devices to the mobile nodes are discussed and analyzed.
A Review on Methods for the Assessment of Information System Projects
Authors: Ozturan Meltem , Basarir-Ozel Birgul , Akar Ezgi
Published: November 2017

Recently, it is inevitable that businesses invest in many information system (IS) projects in order to gain a competitive advantage within the internal industry and global environment. The important point is the selection of the appropriate IS environment, hence the optimal IS investment methods with respect to changing technological needs. In this respect, both empirical and conceptual studies are reviewed to identify the relevant IS/IT investment methods. After an extensive literature review, 51 relevant articles are identified. The IS/IT investment methods studied in these articles are classified and examined within the three categories: financial, non-financial, and hybrid. The results reveal that most of studies focus on a mixed usage of financial and non-financial methods called hybrid methods, whereas financial methods are used more frequently when compared to non-financial methods during the selected research period. On the other hand, the usage of pure financial methods decreases in recent years, while the usage of hybrid and non-financial methods increases in the same period.
Use of Computer Search Algorithms in the Research of Statistical, Semantic and Contextual Rules of Language in Digital Information Space
Authors: Avramović Zoran Ž. , Marinković Dražen , Lastrić Igor
Published: November 2017

This paper will discuss and practically explore the interdependence between information technology and linguistics in the modern information society.The relationship between information technology and linguistics, which has opened new opportunities in linguistic research, will be practically seen in the application of linguistic engineering in researching rules of language.The aim of this paper is to extend knowledge about the possibilities of application of information technologies in researching rules of language, as well as emphasizing the importance that language technologies have in the field of linguistic research, preservation of language and culture and national identity.
Meat in Human Nutrition
Authors: Grujić Radoslav
Published: November 2017

This paper analyzes the role of meat in human nutrition. Meat and meat products have been one of the main foodstuffs in human nutrition worldwide for centuries. Type and quantity of consumed meat were influenced by different factors (religion, social status, and offer) in the past. Meat and meat products are the foodstuffs, which are the most important for its composition and nutritive value. People who consume meat are provided with proteins which have balanced ratio of essential amino acids, B complex vitamins, micro elements (iron, zinc, copper) and energy. On the other hand, meat contains significant quantity of fats in which dominate saturated fatty acids and cholesterol. During technological process table salt is added to meat, thereby high concentrations of sodium enter the body.Researches in the last 30 years pay more and more attention to the impact that certain type of meats in human nutrition have on heart diseases and cardiovascular diseases, appearance of high blood pressure, stroke and colon cancer and to possibility if processing procedure would be changed, fats content, cholesterol and sodium would decrease, thus lowering the risk of mentioned diseases. The aim of this paper is to review existing literature for both the risks and benefits of meat consumption, focusing on case-control and prospective studies. Researches in the science of meat and meat technology gave results and meat products are obtained with lower sodium content, lower content of saturated fatty acids and higher content of poly-unsaturated fatty acids. Thus, meat and meat products will stay the most important foodstuffs in future centuries due to its nutritive, culinary and sensory traits.
Applied Technology and the Quality of Drinking Water
Authors: Antonić Bogoljub , Grujić Radoslav , Antonić Darijana
Published: November 2017

Water is the basic ingredient necessary for the maintenance of life of people and makes 60 - 70% of body weight. It is the most important ingredient in the tissue of plants and animals. In addition, water is one of the most important raw materials in industry. Due to irresponsible use of water in the past, there is great danger that humanity will have serious problems in the future, both in terms of water quantity and in terms of water quality. It is still not too late that from this point forward, all of humanity take austerity measures and water conservation as a strategic raw material in the future. Every individual and every community, both individual and joint efforts can at least mitigate this problem. Quality and hygiene of drinking water and water as raw materials in the food industry today are the parameters of quality of life, of which each local community must take more into account. The paper analyzes the situation in water abstraction from the wells that supplied Srbac drinking water, and chemical and microbiological quality of water in the aquifer, the water supply network and the reach of water consumption in the period from 2005-2009. The results obtained in this paper suggest that the appreciation of the applicable regulations in this area and conscientious work of all participants in the supply chain can affect the water today for the needs of the population can provide a satisfactory water quality, and at the same time can preserve water reserves for future generations.
Classification of Honeys From Three Geographical Regions Based on Their Quality Control Data
Authors: Grujić Slavica , Komić Jasmin
Published: November 2017

Characterisation of commercial honeys is a hard task initiated in response to consumers’ demands. They demand basic quality level and determination of geographical and botanical origin. During processing and bottling of honey, there is a possibility of mixing honeys from various origins and quality. The processing could cause honey alterations that can affect the properties and quality, due to the adulteration of high quality honey types with a lower price natural honey. Control of honey requires determination of parameters that could unequivocally establish origin and improve honey characterisation. Nineteen physicochemical parameters (water content, ash, content of Zn, Cd, P, Fe, Cu, Mn, Mg, K, Na, refraction index, density, electrical conductivity, pH, free-acidity, percentage of total sugars, fructose and glucose, and sucrose) were analyzed in 194 samples of 7 nectar honey types (Amorpha, Black Locust, Black Locust and Multifloral, Chestnut, Chestnut and Multifloral, Bast-small-leaved lime and White Linden, Multifloral) from three geographical regions of the North-West Bosnia and Herzegovina. The aim of the study was to find which physicochemical parameters correlated to the geographical origin of the honey. After applying the one-way analysis of variance - ANOVA statistical comparison of analytically measured physicochemical parameters for a given honey types and Turkey’s Multiple Comparison HSD Test, the results showed that the content of ash, Cd, Mn, Mg, K, pH and electrical conductivity was useful for discriminating honeys from three geographical regions of the North-West Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Impact of Depleted Uranium Weapons Use on the Quality of the Environment in Kosovo
Authors: Gurešić Dejan , Drašković Nenad , Đukić Veljko
Published: November 2017

During the bombing campaign of the then Federal Republic of Yugoslavia there was a significant deterioration of environmental quality, especially in Kosovo: causing significant disturbance to the health of the population, disturbance of the natural balance of the environment, polluting land, air, water and underground water courses, damaging flora and fauna, degrading the natural ecosystems and biodiversity in general, etc. It is certain that the consequences of the bombing with DU will be long and that they caused significant threats to the environment not only on local but also on regional and global levels.The use of DU ammunition can be considered ecological disaster, with long-lasting and unpredictable consequences for the population and the environment. When it comes to our living space, it is certain that the environmental rehabilitation today is a challenge of a wider Balkan region and if the problem is not quickly fixed the whole area will become hazardous for living.
The Influence of Garlic Powder in Broiler Feed on Carcass and Breast Meat Quality
Authors: Džinić Natalija , Okanović Đorđe , Jokanović Marija , Tomović Vladimir , Palić Dragan
Published: November 2017

In this study the carcass and quality (nutritive, technological and sensory) of broiler breast meat were analysed. Hubbard chickens were used for investigations (n=200). There were two groups of samples: control group (C) chickens fed with standard mixture, and experimental group (E) chickens fed with standard feed mixture supplemented with 2% of garlic powder. The trial lasted 42 days. Experimental group had higher (p<0.05) meat yield in chickens breast, but significant effect of garlic addition on nutritive quality of chicken breast meat were not noted. In the breast meat of the experimental group E significantly (P < 0.05) higher protein content and lower (P < 0.05) fat content, compared to control (C), was found. Cholesterol levels in breast meat of the experimental group E (46.1 mg/100g) was significantly lower (P < 0.05) compared to the control group (60.1 mg/100g). The average technological quality of breast meat of groups regarding to pHk, as the parameter and criteria for determining the quality of breast meat corresponds to PSE. The average technological quality of breast meat of control and experimental group according to colouru (L*), as the parameter and criteria for determining the quality of breast meat, corresponds to “normal quality”. According to results of sensory analyzes, roasted breast meat of the experimental group had significantly (P < 0.01) preferable juiciness and tenderness.
Predicting Ballistic Strength of Life-Saving Aramid Fiber Composites For Personal Protection
Authors: Dimeski Dimko , Srebrenkoska Vineta
Published: November 2017

Abstract: The purpose of the study is to access the applicability of full factorial experimental design in predicting ballistic strength of aramid fiber/phenolic ballistic composites for personal protection. When designing ballistic composites, two major factors are the most important: the ballistic strength and the weight of the protection. The ultimate target is to achieve the required ballistic strength with the lowest possible weight of the protection. The hard ballistic aramid/phenolic composites were made by the open mold high pressure, high-temperature compression of prepreg made of plain woven aramid fiber fabric and polyvinyl butyral modified phenolic resin. The preparation of the composites was conducted by applying 22 full factorial experimental design. The areal weight of composites was taken to be the first factor and the second – fiber/resin ratio. For the first factor, low and high levels are chosen to be 2 kg/m2 and 9 kg/m2, respectively and for the second factor – 80/20 and 50/50, respectively. The first-order linear model to approximate the response, i.e. the ballistic strength of the composites within the study domain (2 – 9) kg/m2 x (80/20 – 50/50) ratio was used. The influence of each individual factor to the response function is established, as well as the interaction of both factors. It was found that the estimated first-degree regression equation with interaction gives a very good approximation of the experimental results of the ballistic strength of composites within the study domain.
Influence of Heat Treatment Process on the Acceptability of Pasteurized Beetroot
Authors: Vujadinović Dragan P , Odžaković Božana V , Grujić Radoslav D , Perić Milija
Published: November 2017

Abstract: A heat-treated beet is defined as a food that is subject to a temperature, high enough to destroy microorganisms and to preserve all the nutrients. The aim of the study presented in this paper was to investigate the effect by cooking on the properties of heat threated beetroot in the temperature range between 75 °C and 115 °C during the 40, 50 and 60 minutes of cooking. In order to determine the optimal conditions for the implementation of various heat treatment procedures consequently, was followed the influence of heat treatment conditions (temperature/time) on the composition, rheological properties, pH, color change (L*, a*, b*) and sensory characteristics during the development of the “pasteurized/sterilized” beet product. This study has shown that the optimum time and temperature for processing of beetroot is 105 °C at 50 minutes. Samples of beetroot, processed under these conditions had the best softness, the most acceptable taste and color (sensory and instrumentally determined).
Equilibrium Study for Adsorption of Arsenites and Arsenates From Aqueous Solutions by Application of Modified Natural Inorganic Materials
Authors: Bozhinovski Zoran , Lisichkov Kiril , Marinkovski Mirko , Kuvendziev Stefan , Dimitrovski Dejan , Nikolovski Kostadin
Published: November 2017

Abstract: Two raw materials were investigated to provide a cheap and efficient arsenic removal from drinking water supply. For this purpose, studied materials were modified by insertion of iron within the materials’ structure and substitution of calcium and magnesium ions with sodium ions in order to improve the sorptive and ion-exchange properties. White tuff from Strmos region and the commercially available Zeofit were the materials considered within our study. Simulations were performed on prepared solutions of arsenic added to water samples from the water supply in Skopje. Obtained results suggest that the Zeofit material produced better results regarding arsenic adsorption at various initial arsenic concentrations. The white tuff from Strmos is effective only at lower initial concentrations of arsenic. Regarding the equilibrium study on investigated systems for both materials, implemented models produced a good fit when applied to As5+ systems. The Strmos material did not produce satisfactory fitting results to implemented equilibrium models for the As3+ systems.
Drinking Water Safety in Rural Areas of Zagreb County in 2013
Authors: Benić Marijan , Antonić Bogoljub , Mihajlović Branislav
Published: November 2017

The paper analyzes the water supply in the rural part of Zagreb County, which is based mainly on individual water supply sources, i.e. dug or drilled wells and Norton pumps.The aim of the paper is to investigate whether there is a difference in health quality of drinking water taken from the wells and taken from the Norton pumps. The wells are supplied from an aquifer that lies at a depth of 12 to 14 meters, while the Norton pumps reach a depth of 6 and 7 meters.The analysis of water samples taken from the water supply sources revealed that the water does not basically comply with the Ordinance on the parameters of assessment and the methods for the analysis of water intended for human consumption, the Act on Water Intended for Human Consumption. Organoleptic indicators such as color and clarity do not satisfy, while the physical and chemical parameters such as pH and conductivity satisfy the criteria set for both water supply sources. Of all the chemical parameters only the chloride content was within the permitted limits, while the oxidativity, the content of ammonium, nitrite and nitrate were above the allowed limits in water samples taken from the wells and Norton pumps. Microbiological indicators in the analyzed samples, i.e. the number of colonies at 37 ° C and 22 ° C, as well as total coliforms also do not satisfy the requirements of the Ordinance. In order to use the water for drinking it is necessary to perform the conditioning and disinfection of wells, while with the Norton pumps these interventions are almost impossible to perform.
Soy Bran Separation Process for Application of Product in the Food Industry
Authors: Psodorov Đorđe B. , Plavšić Dragana , Nedeljković Nataša , Jambrec Dubravka , Psodorov Dragan Đ. , Simić Sonja , Banjac Vojislav
Published: November 2017

Change of lifestyle, also as contemporary dietary habits of people, requires innovations in the food processing technology and implementation of new ingredients. Fat replacers are well known as ingredients which has been used in the production of low energy products. Furthermore, in the combination with sugar substitutes it is possible to obtain serious energy reduction, while the sensorial properties remains unaffected. A certain lightweight fractions of soy bran separation and milling process could be applied as fat replacers in the food industry, especially in cookie production. Soy bran milled fractions with dietary fibers content (cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, inulin, pentosans etc.) have been selected for this work. Technological process of soy bran separation and milling starts with a cleaning of the external part of the soy grain, further it is necessary to adjust the moisture content for the efficient mechanical grinding process. New age milling and separation equipment (air separator, cascade classifier, dryer, hammer mill, roller mill) was used for the purposes of experiment. Results obtained with the analyze of microbiological and chemical properties of soy products, along with a probe sieving analysis, indicates a strong potential for use as fat substitutes in bakery, cookie and confectionery production.
Chemical, Color, Texture and Sensory Properties of Čajna Kobasica, a Dry Fermented Sausage
Authors: Džinić Natalija , Ivić Maja , Jokanović Marija , Šojić Branislav , Škaljac Snežana , Tomović Vladimir
Published: November 2017

The aim of this study was to conduct a comprehensive examination of quality parameters of dry fermented sausage (Čajna kobasica) from six different producers from the market in Vojvodina. The investigated parameters were chemical composition (moisture, total protein, relative content of connective tissue proteins RCCTP, free fat, ash, NaCl and nitrite content), pH value, aw value, instrumental color parameters (lightness L*, redness a* and yellowness b*), instrumental texture parameters (hardness, springiness, cohesiveness and chewiness) and sensory properties (external appearance and/or condition of the packaging, appearance and composition of cut surface, color and stability of color, odour and taste and texture and/ or juiciness). It could be concluded that out of six examined brands of dry fermented sausage (Čajna kobasica), two brands did not meet the requirements prescribed under the Regulations, because of a higher level of RCCTP. The lowest L* value was recorded in brand 4 (44.33). The brand 4 had the highest hardness and chewiness (22883.33g and 3857.58g, respectively), and the lowest springiness and cohesiveness (0.42 and 0.40, respectively). Parameters related to sensory properties showed significant variability (p < 0.05). Overall sensory quality of tested samples ranged from 3.53 (brand 1) to 4.18 (brand 4).
Influence of Cold Plasma Treatment on Textural and Color Characteristics of Two Tomato Varieties
Authors: Vukić Milan , Vujadinović Dragan , Gojković Vesna , Grujić Radoslav
Published: November 2017

New technologies had been developed to prolong postharves sustainability of horticultural crops. Technologies as hot air treatment or iridation with UV-C spectral emissions are among them. Al of them have positive and negative effects on quality of horticultural crops. Increasingly under research for decontamination of foods is cold plasma technology, especially fresh fruits and vegetables. Possibility of creating cold plasma under atmosferic presures (ACP) offers new preservation tool to reduce microbial infections of vegetable crops. Effects of atmosferic cold plasma on food quality, however, remains under researched.. In this study, tomato is treated with air ACP generated with an dielectric barrier discharge reactor (DBD). Changes in textural and color characteristics of two tomato fruit varieties after cold plasma treatment were analysed by performing TPA test and color measurements. The effect of air ACP on tomato texture and color was insignificant.
Influence of the Main Process Parameters on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of the Bottom Ash Ceramics
Authors: Angjusheva Biljana , Fidancevska Emilija , Ducman Vilma
Published: November 2017

Bottom ash has been presented as a major problem of disposal throughout the world, since it is produced from the process of coal combustion in thermal power plants. However, its physical and chemical properties make the bottom ash an adequate potential construction material in variety of applications.The aim of the study was to investigate the possibility of utilization of bottom ash for production of ceramics compacts and to analyse the influence of the main process parameters and their interaction on the physical and mechanical properties of the final product. Consolidation of the powders was conducted on two bottom ash samples with particle size (S) -0.250+0.125 mm and -0.500+0.250 mm, pressing pressure (P) of 100 and 150 MPa and sintering temperature (T) of 1100 and 1150 oC. The density (r) and bending strength (s) of the dense bottom ash compacts were the response function. The optimization was performed through implementation of main effect plots, Pareto charts and 3D surface method using “Statgraphics Centurion” software package. The obtained model equations of the density and bending strength dependence from the main process parameters are solid basic data for modeling the process of ceramic production.
The Application of Haccp Concept in Controlling Microbiological Hazards in the Cheese Production
Authors: Novaković Brane , Savanović Danica
Published: November 2017

According to the World Health Organization, almost 10% of the world population each year has some health problems that are caused by consuming contaminated and unsafe food. The seriousness of this problem is evident when we look at the number of fatalities and the number of cases in which it is necessary to medically treat people but also in the costs caused by the medical treatment, reduction of working capacity as a significant problem in the overall development of society.In most cases, the causes of malfunctioning health foods belong to the group of microbiological hazards.In this paper, it is presented the system for ensuring food safety of the production cheese from cow’s milk in craft type of processing, with a focus on the control of microbiological hazards. The established system based on HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles and appropriate prerequisite programs has proven to be very efficient in controlling and preventing the occurrence of contamination of the cheese produced from the cow milk.
Arsenic and Mercury Content Determination in Commercial Cosmetics Products by Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
Authors: Jelić Dijana , Antunović Vesna , Đermanović Mirjana
Published: November 2017

Toxic elements are present everywhere in nature and even in raw materials and pigments used in the manufacture of cosmetics. Human bodies daily exposed to toxic elements that can be found in trace amounts in cosmetic products. These elements such as arsenic and mercury can cause local skin damage or possible, their absorption through the skin or swallowed. In this paper we determined the content of arsenic and mercury in ten lipstick samples and eight nail polishes samples by atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). Acid digestion with 0,1 M HCl or HNO3-HCl was performed. A very low concentration of Hg and As have been found in all samples in both extracts (ranged, 0.0001-0.0004 µg/g and 0.02 – 0.04 µg/g respectively).
Socijalno medicinske karakteristike i razlike između alkoholičara sa periodičnim i kontinuiranim pijenjem / Social and Medical Characteristics and Differences Between Alcoholics With Periodic and Continuous Drinking
Authors: Todorović Slobadanka
Published: November 2017

According to the prevalence, causes and effects, addiction to alcohol is primarily a social problem (social - pathological phenomenon), a secondary medical, or psychiatric problem. Medicine, psychiatry belongs to that part of the alcohol abuse which has the characteristics of the disease, the disease of addiction. Suppresses the craving for alcohol and changed all mental functions, emotions, morality, accountability, value systems and encourages those traits that serve the satisfaction of desire - manipulative, passivity, impatience, recklessness, self-centeredness, hedonism.Dependence means the state of periodic or chronic intoxication with alcohol and is characterized by: a strong desire and need for acquiring and consuming alcohol, the tendency of increasing amounts of alcohol taken, physical and psychological dependence, adverse health consequences and distortions in social and professional functioning.There are several different divisions of alcoholics, today in most of our institutions and the distribution of benefits by the way alcoholics drinking on periodic and continuous (daily), which is easier and more convenient to use. In order to evaluate whether social status affect the way drinking alcohol, we investigated the medical social characteristics and differences between alcoholics with periodic and continuous drinking.The results of our study indicate that alcoholics consume alcohol periodically are mostly unmarried, living with friends more frequently in rural areas, are employed and have children. Family history is burdened by their addiction to alcohol and often come not treatment to avoid legal sanctions. Alcoholics with continuous drinking more frequently as a result of the facts of alcoholism are alcoholic polinuropatiju, in most cases, are divorced, live alone and have no children. They grew up with a father or both parents, in these alcoholics no existence, depending on the family or the father has, have trouble with the law as well as injuries in a drunken state. The higher percentage have komoriditet with depressive disorders.