bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Examining the Discrepancy between Forecast and Observed Liquefaction from the 2015 Gorkha, Nepal, Earthquakes
Authors: Moss Robb Eric S. , Baise Laurie G. , Zhu Jing , Kadkha Diwakar
Published: November 2017

Many ground failures resulted from the 2015 Nepal earthquake sequence, including landslides, rockfalls, liquefactions, and cyclic failures. And whereas the amount and extent of landsliding were relatively consistent with predictions for a Mw 7.8 main shock, the amount and extent of liquefaction were not. We present a summary of liquefaction field observations that we made as part of the Geotechnical Extreme Events Reconnaissance (GEER) investigations. The liquefaction that did occur in the Kathmandu Valley was limited in its spatial extent, and the postliquefaction deformations were small. Prior earthquakes in this region have been reported to have caused greater liquefaction-related failures, and liquefaction hazard–mapping studies predicted widespread liquefaction hazard from an event of this size. We explore two possible reasons at the regional scale for the limited liquefaction from this earthquake sequence: drawdown of the groundwater table and high near-surface shear wave velocity. Our study finds that pumping has depressed the groundwater table across the Kathmandu Valley by 13–40 m since 1980, thereby decreasing the amount of near-surface liquefiable material and increasing the nonliquefiable “crust” layer. The regional slope-based V S30 for the valley is on average higher than that for liquefaction sites in a global database of observed liquefaction. A global geospatial model for liquefaction occurrence shows low liquefaction potential in the Kathmandu Valley consistent with the observed patterns.
Dosimetric impact of gastrointestinal air column in radiation treatment of pancreatic cancer
Authors: Estabrook Neil C , Corn Jonathan B , Ewing Marvene M , Cardenes Higinia R , Das Indra J
Published: November 2017

Objective:

Dosimetric evaluation of air column in gastrointestinal (GI) structures in intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) of pancreatic cancer.

Methods:

Nine sequential patients were retrospectively chosen for dosimetric analysis of air column in the GI apparatus in pancreatic cancer using cone beam CT (CBCT). The four-dimensional CT (4DCT) was used for target and organs at risk (OARs) and non-coplanar IMRT was used for treatment. Once a week, these patients underwent CBCT for air filling, isocentre verification and dose calculations retrospectively.

Results:

Abdominal air column variation was as great as ±80% between weekly CBCT and 4DCT. Even with such a large air column in the treatment path for pancreatic cancer, changes in anteroposterior dimension were minimal (2.8%). Using IMRT, variations in air column did not correlate dosimetrically with large changes in target volume. An average dosimetric deviation of mere −3.3% and a maximum of −5.5% was observed.

Conclusion:

CBCT revealed large air column in GI structures; however, its impact is minimal for target coverage. Because of the inherent advantage of segmentation in IMRT, where only a small fraction of a given beam passes through the air column, this technique might have an advantage over 3DCRT in treating upper GI malignancies where the daily air column can have significant impact.

Advances in knowledge:

Radiation treatment of pancreatic cancer has significant challenges due to positioning, imaging of soft tissues and variability of air column in bowels. The dosimetric impact of variable air column is retrospectively studied using CBCT. Even though, the volume of air column changes by ± 80%, its dosimetric impact in IMRT is minimum.
Machines and equipment in animal husbandry
Authors: Мирзоянц Юрий , Mirzoyanc Yuriy , Филонов Роман , Filonov Roman , Фириченков Вилорий , Firichenkov Viloriy , Середа Надежда , Sereda Nadezhda , Румянцев Сергей , Rumyancev Sergey
Published: November 2017

The textbook serves as the basis of independent work of students in the course and final qualifying works.
The training manual sets out the methodology of the course and final qualifying works is given to approximate to their subjects. Set volume and a list of topics of calculation-explanatory note and graphic material. In the Appendix has sample forms and reference standard material, required during project implementation, the samples of forms for a legal reference papers.
The tutorial is designed for students enrolled in training 35.03.06 – "Agroengineering". Qualification (degree) – "bachelor" studying the discipline "machinery and equipment in livestock" on internal and correspondence forms of training
Comparing Two Groups of Student-Athletes: Implications for Academic and Career Advising
Authors: Buzzetta Mary E. , Lenz Janet G. , Kennelly Emily
Published: November 2017

In this study, we explored the career variables of goal instability, vocational identity, and career decidedness levels in two groups of student-athletes. We compared scholarship student-athletes who had been selected to participate in a summer academic-support program designed for at-risk students to scholarship athletes who were not included in the summer-support program. Both groups consisted of student-athletes from various sports with football and basketball the primary sports for the summer program participants and swimming and cross country the primary sports for student-athletes not included in the summer-support program. Results of the study indicated that no significant differences were found between the two groups of college student-athletes with regard to their goal instability, vocational identity, or career decidedness. Implications for academic and career advising as well as future research are discussed.
Managing lipoedema in a primary care setting
Authors: Pilat Dirk
Published: November 2017

This painful condition is one all practice nurses should understand, writes Dirk Pilat
Increasing the use of long-acting contraception in primary care
Authors: McKenna Rachel
Published: November 2017

LARCs are cost-effective and reliable, writes Rachel McKenna – but are patients aware of all available options?
Staff feedback: How to give hard messages
Authors: Dabell John
Published: November 2017

Feedback – this time it's personal professional. High-quality appraisal and feedback is essential to teachers' professional development and progress. But the personal element can make these interactions difficult. John Dabell gives some advice
Multilateral Export Control Regimes State-of-Affairs and Prospects
Authors: Zulfqar Khan  , Rubina Waseem
Published: November 2017

This article endeavours to analyse the existing effectiveness of multilateral export control regimes (MECRs). The states like India, Pakistan, Israel, and North Korea are not party to these regimes but had managed to attain their nuclear weapons capabilities by exploiting the weak links of MECRs. Conceptually, this sets the stage for an interesting debate to overcome some of the loopholes in MECRs, and to demonstrate that effective and realistic cooperation can go a long way in yielding constructive outcomes. To fill the cracks in the MECRs, it is essential to consider the non-NPT nuclear weapon states' issue with a view to construct reliable and effective MECRs. The MTCR membership criteria, Indo-US nuclear deal and India-specific waiver by the NSG states have raised some pertinent and challenging questions concerning the credibility and effectiveness of NPT and other MECRs. The paper argues that India and Pakistan both should be accorded an equal chance to join the MECRs - as both are declared de jure NWS. Their independent status is distinct from the NPT's January 1, 1967, cut-off date principle to qualify for a de jure NWS position, ipso facto is not applicable on them.
De la perplejidad a una acción monetario–financiera contrahegemónica. Contexto y desafíos ante la especulación financiera global
Authors: Muñoz Ruth
Published: November 2017

Este artículo se propone aportar elementos para dimensionar el fenómeno de la especulación financiera a escala global de un modo asequible a diferentes públicos. Para ello, presenta las principales estadísticas disponibles y las analiza desde una perspectiva crítica, incorporando datos específicos sobre el sistema financiero argentino y su transformación desde la ley de entidades financieras de la dictadura (1976) hasta la actualidad.Desde una mirada amplia del campo, y a partir de categorías propias de la economía social y solidaria, el trabajo muestra que, más que perplejidad ante la especulación sin límites, abunda un accionar que da cuenta de que es posible usar los instrumentos monetario–financieros como un medio para otros fines y no sólo como un fin en sí mismo. Valorando los aportes que se pueden hacer desde las ciencias económicas, el trabajo finaliza enfatizando la necesidad de tender puentes con otras disciplinas  y la de enfrentar el gran desafío de explorar tanto las experiencias con una racionalidad no capitalista, como las teorías más allá del mainstream económico y su heterodoxia.
Presencia digital de marcas en Argentina. ¿Cómo gestionar la estrategia digital de una marca?
Authors: Armelini María Virginia
Published: November 2017

Las posibilidades que ofrece internet al usuario recorren distintos eslabones en la vida de una persona. Todo ello se resume en tiempo que las personas pasan por día navegando en la web.La construcción social del significado de la marca a través de las opiniones de los consumidores obliga a las empresas a tener respuestas frente a estos desafíos. Por otra parte, puede suceder que haya marcas que no estén interesadas en tener una presencia social fuerte, y en cambio requieren tener un desarrollo tecnológico eficiente para que los clientes accedan a sus sitios. El alcance que tiene la red en todo el mundo y las distintas posibilidades queofrece al usuario hacen que las empresas deban ingresar al mundo virtual, no de manera espontánea o “siguiendo la corriente”, sino de una manera estratégica, analizando el impacto de sus acciones, decidiendo los objetivos que quiere alcanzar y/o potenciar con su participación en la web. ¿Cómo debe gestionar una empresa su estrategia de marca en internet? ¿Cuáles son las herramientas que dispone para hacerlo?Si bien no es discutible que las marcas deben tener una presencia digital, no está claro cuál es el modelo que debe seguir una empresa. No hay al momento patrones de acción, modelos de estrategias, o de diagnóstico que permitan un abordaje teórico cierto. Por lo tanto el objetivo de este trabajo será proponer lineamientos que posibiliten a una empresa identificar los elementos claves para desarrollar la presencia digital de su marca.
Research of the Interaction of Piles with Different Lengths and the Grillage in the Foundations of High-Rise Buildings
Authors: Pidlutskyi Vasyl , Boyko Igor , Nosenko Viktor
Published: November 2017

The interaction of piles with different lengths and the grillage in the foundations of high-rise buildings is considered. The numerical modeling of the «base - foundation - superstructure» system is performed. The redistribution of the efforts in piles depending on the sizes of a foundation slab and the parameters of piles (length and location) is investigated. Typical zones of a foundation such as central, lateral, and angular ones are separated. The redistribution of efforts between piles and a grillage is revealed.
Elastomer Spacers in Fire Conditions
Authors: Roszkowski Paweł , Sędłak Bartłomiej , Sulik Paweł
Published: November 2017

In the paper, fire resistance of linear joints seal made of elastomer spacers under standard fire conditions, and thermal degradation range of EPDM elastomeric spacers are investigated. The geometry of elastomer spacer joints is important not only for their load capacity under normal conditions - thickness, width, and cavity depth can also influence fire resistance performance. Linear joints of different thicknesses and widths have been tested. The fire insulation and fire integrity were verified for various arrangements. Relatively low thermal degradation rates have been measured, given that EPDM is a combustible material.
Bearing Capacity of T-Cross Section Piles in Sand
Authors: Malyshev Oleg
Published: November 2017

This paper describes a series of pile tests in sand. T-cross and square cross section piles were jacking by static vertical load with a vibration. Special tests were carried out to examine the influence of T-cross section pile form on it bearing capacity, and the results of comparison bearing capacity on one cub meter of T-cross and square cross section jacking piles in the same ground conditions are described. The jacking vertical static load, sizes of displacements and compaction zones of a ground around a shaft of the experienced piles were investigated.
Actual trends in the elaboration of advanced multifunctional coating systems for the efficient protection of lightweight aircraft alloys
Authors: Kozhukharov Stephan V. , Samichkov Vassil I. , Girginov Christian A. , Machkova Maria S.
Published: November 2017

One of the pillars of developed economics is modern transport, where there is always a high demand for the elaboration of lightweight efficient vehicles and transport facilities. Aluminum and magnesium alloys encounter continuously increasing applications in high-performance aircraft, automobile, and marine vehicles. Various advanced multilayered corrosion protective coating systems have recently been proposed to provide a reliable long-term corrosion protection combined with a number of supplemental beneficial properties. The present brief review is an attempt to summarize the basic trends and concepts regarding the elaboration of environmentally friendly multilayered and multifunctional corrosion protective coating systems. Our work summarizes these recent trends, including recently accepted environmental requirements. We have also distinguished the concepts for active and passive corrosion protection capabilities. The basic approach for the achievement of efficient active corrosion protection properties are outlined with suitable examples, such as inhibitor incorporation into ceramic or carbon nanoparticles, encapsulation of active self-healing compounds, reinforcing phase involvement and coating, finished by ultraviolet absorbers and hydrophobic compounds. As a main result, an entire conceptual model has been proposed based on the state-of-the-art analysis.
Academic practice par excellence: Martin Hinrich Lichtenstein’s role in Adelbert von Chamisso’s career as naturalist
Authors: MacKinney Anne , Glaubrecht Matthias
Published: November 2017

Adelbert von Chamisso’s (1781–1838) career as a naturalist is increasingly well-documented. Comparatively little, however, is known of his mentor and director of the Berlin Zoological Museum, Martin Hinrich Lichtenstein (1780–1857). This article highlights Lichtenstein’s influential role in Chamisso’s early career by reconstructing key moments of the student-mentor relationship from twelve yet unpublished letters (letters are presented in full in a separate contribution). It investigates the resources, rhetorical strategies, and allies necessary for establishing oneself as a scholar in the early nineteenth-century academic culture of Berlin.
Numerical Simulation on Atomizing Performance of Pressure Swirl Nozzles in Ethoxylation Reactors
Authors: Shi Zhongjing , Wang Xuesheng , Chen Qinzhu
Published: November 2017

Initial breakup model(IBM) approach in conjunction with Volume of fluid(VOF) is developed to model the special nozzle in ethoxylation reactors, which has to meet the requirement of low pressure drop, high volume flow rate, little droplets size and large field. For the VOF model, Realizedk-εis selected and has higher accuracy of simulation for swirling flows by comparing with Standard and RNGk-εmodels. IBM is written as a user defined function(UDF) and embedded to study the extra breakup from ligaments to droplets and forecast the droplets size distribution. As the experiments have been conducted already, the simulation results have a good agreement with the experimental results in flow rate, spray cone angle and droplets size distribution. At the same time, the atomization process and atomization mechanism of the ethoxylation reaction nozzle were analyzed. Then the VOF-IBM methodology can be used to predict the spray characteristics of the nozzles with different structure and the optimal structure for ethoxylation reaction was found by orthogonal test and fuzzy comprehensive evaluation. In addition, the primary and secondary order of the influencing factors for discharge coefficient, spray cone angle and Sauter mean diameter are respectively gained. The VOF-IBM is instructive for the optimization design of ethoxylation reaction.
Aspects Related to the Implementation of Ethical Principles in Museums
Authors: Vieregg Hildegard K.
Published: November 2017

Significant changes in museum studies - up to the commercialization - show that the basic remits of amuseum should be permanently reflected and modified in accordance with the ICOM Code of Ethics. Museum Ethics was discussed in the USA already in the 1920s. The latest results of the “Ethics Working Group” for museums of natural science at the International Council of Museums (ICOM NATHIST) showed the necessity to create general binding principles for museums of any typology. One of the most important aims of museums worldwide is to getthe cultural und natural heritage over to people of all groups of our society. “Art and Commerce” as well as ethically positive examples of museum conceptions will be explained on examples.
Project of the National Film Museum as a Test Space for Advanced Museum Communication
Authors: Jiřiště Jakub
Published: November 2017

This text describes the basic conceptual starting points and the results achieved by the student project NaFilM: National Film Museum, which aims to improve the unsatisfactory public presentation of the national film heritage and also make use of the untapped communication potential of film as amedium in an exhibition space. Several approaches, which were presented to the public in the opening Na film! exhibition, were used to show how film as a medium can be used in other ways than as an exhibit or fetishist object. Film can be a means of active learning and the creative development of critical thinking if social contexts are taken into consideration and informal interactive installations are utilized. The role of the NaFilM project within the context of current trends in film education is then an important question, which enables a more open approach to be taken to this type of education - extending beyond the cinema or classroom.
Experimental Interoperation of the Moravian Gallery in Brno with the Students’ Videomapping Project
Authors: Francová Jana , Strouhalová Eva
Published: November 2017

The paper deals with various forms of communication of large museum institutions with the public, and particularly the university students. Also, the paper deliver analyses communication media in use of the Moravian Gallery in Brno as an example. The complementary „Experiment Videomapping“ projection from June 10, 2015 performed on the facade of the Governor’s Palace, Moravian Gallery is described as a specific form of cooperation. The event is reflected from a broader perspective of cooperation and communication of the museum/gallery with the expert public.
The Installation of Clothes on “Invisible Mannequins“
Authors: Fagová Dana
Published: November 2017

The paper deals with the possibility of displaying costumes or textiles as “invisible mannequins”, which had been successfully used on exhibition Retro. This method of installation enables practically unlimited use and it is applicable both for historical costumes and also for contemporary fashion apparel. The main objective of the text is to present the overall production process of form.
The Interior of Newly Renovated St. John’s Museum in Nepomuk as Seen through the Eyes of its Employees
Authors: Dobrovolná Kateřina
Published: November 2017

Saint John’s Museum in Nepomuk, which is dedicated to the Saint of the same name (who was a local native), was reopened in March 2015. It’s original name was the Museum of St. John’s and other religious monuments and the museum was founded in 1930 by Father Jan Strnad. The institution was subsequently closed in the mid-20th Century. The study cursorily reveals the history of the Museum and the overall history and architecture of the building, where the Museum is located and its present status and particularly the reconstruction and the equipment of the Museum’s interior from the point of view of the Museum’s employees, specifically in regard to any problematical display cases. Three semistructured interviews were conducted with people who had contributed to the Museum in varying degrees, focused on the reconstruction of the Museum. This critical study can be of service not only to the Museum staff but also for other professionals from this area during the reconstruction of exhibitions or the creation of new ones.
Detection of Experimental Swine Trichinellosis Using Commercial Elisa Test
Authors: Gondek Michal , Bień J. , Nowakowski Z.
Published: November 2017

The aim of the study carried out on ten young (10-week old) pigs of the native Polish Large White breed experimentally infected with a low dose of 300 invasive muscle larvae (ML) of Trichinella spiralis was intravital detection of trichinellosis using the E-S ELISA test, determination of a variation level of IgG antibodies against excretory-secretory (E-S) antigens of T. spiralis muscle larvae and finally, describing the intensity of T. spiralis larvae infection in selected muscles. The pig sera were collected at 7 and 9 days prior to the experimental infection with T. spiralis and at 9, 14, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30, 33, 37, 41, 46 days post-infection (d.p.i.). The anti-T. spiralis IgG antibodies were detected by a commercial E-S ELISA test (PrioCHECK Trichinella Ab). Average intensity of the T. spiralis infection in the examined muscles of pigs ranged from 1.52 up to 43.09 larvae/g. The studies revealed that the E-S antigen in the ELISA test did not show cross-reaction with the sera of pigs infected with Oesophagostomum spp. The ELISA assay did not recognize trichinellosis in pigs until 27 days after the T. spiralis infection. The anti-T. spiralis IgG antibodies were first detected on day 30 post-infection. A statistically significant increase of IgG antibodies against T. spiralis ML E-S antigens was first observed between days 27-30 (p<0.01) post-infection, and a further significant rise in the antibody level occurred between days 27 and 33 (p<0.01); 30 and 33 (p<0.01); 33 and 37 (p<0.05) following infection.
Comparison of body surface area-based and weight-based dosing format for oral prednisolone administration in small and large-breed dogs
Authors: Nam A. , Kim S.M. , Jeong J.W. , Song K.H. , Koo T.S. , Seo K.W.
Published: November 2017

This study compared the pharmacokinetics of Prednisolone (PDS) in small- and large breed dogs with a dosing format based on body surface area (BSA) or body weight (BW). The maximum concentration and area under the curve in large-breed dogs orally administered 2 mg/kg PDS were significantly greater than those in small-breed dogs given 2 mg/kg and in large-breed dogs given 40 mg/m2. The higher blood concentrations that result from BW-based dosing of oral PDS in large-breed dogs can be more than required for effect. Meanwhile, BSA dosing at 40 mg/m may be suboptimal. These findings confirm important differences between standard PDS dosing schemes in dogs while highlighting the need to further optimize PDS dosing in large-breed dogs.
A mídia e a construção de personagens de autoficção biográfica: uma leitura semântico-lexical de três notícias sobre a morte enigmática de João Guimarães Rosa
Authors: Cesar Camila Moreira , Marinho Marcelo
Published: November 2017

Este artigo propõe-se a analisar a construção de personagens de ficção biográfica em torno da figura pública do escritor João Guimarães Rosa, com base na confrontação de três matérias jornalísticas versando sobre a morte enigmática do romancista, ocorrida em 19 de novembro de 1967. Cabe ressaltar que, em 2017, celebram-se 50 anos desse evento marcante da cultura brasileira, ainda por se decifrar em todo seu alcance e significação. Por esse viés, o presente estudo parte igualmente do fato de que Grande Sertão: Veredas é qualificado, por seu próprio autor, como uma “autobiografia irracional”: trata-se, de maneira inédita na história da literatura, de contar uma vida (e uma morte), para em seguida vivê-la. Por esse viés, a análise centra-se na dimensão narrativa do texto jornalístico, no plano das imbricações entre universo fático e universo ficcional (MOTTA, 2005). Com esteio em um corpus constituído por três artigos publicados no O Globo, O Estado de São Paulo e Folha de São Paulo, discorre-se sobre os índices semântico-lexicais e as condicionantes editoriais (CHARAUDEAU, 2010) que induzem a consolidação de diferentes relatos proto-biográficos em torno da imagem de Guimarães Rosa, romancista que, por sua vez, é artífice e demiurgo consciente de suas próprias personas (no sentido junguiano do termo), ou suas personagens de autoficção biográfica – categoria poética que solicita o aprofundamento de reflexões teórico-críticas. No presente caso, a notícia biográfica constrói-se com apoio em recursos poéticos, por meio de um discurso em que, articulando-se mutuamente, convergem literatura e jornalismo. Interroga-se, por fim, o papel do jornalismo enquanto construtor de personagens, em sua dimensão de representações sociais, como no caso da imagem de pessoas públicas, assim como as formas indiciais de indução ficcional que certos sujeitos podem exercer sobre os jornalistas e seus veículos, como forma de ampliar e consolidar a difusão de uma obra literária por meio de um personagem biográfico que seduz a atenção do leitor para muito além do último capítulo.
Uma estranha companheira
Authors: Grieben Fernanda Alves Afonso
Published: November 2017

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Performãe – 1° capítulo
Authors: Garbero Maria Fernanda
Published: November 2017

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Reconfigurable electronics application in intelligent space developments
Authors: Szász Cs.
Published: November 2017

Reconfigurable electronics technology represents a challenging implementation paradigm of actual stage microelectronics. This paper presents the advantages of using hardware reconfigurable microelectronics technology in intelligent spaces development and implementation. An original approach is unfolded which emphasize the versatility of reconfigurable electronic circuit’s topology based configurations in a wide range of intelligent environment applications. The introduced theoretical approaches have been validated then by a real-time intelligent space implementation example. There have been exploited the huge re-routing abilities of reconfigurable electronics associated with its fine-grained operating behaviours. The final result of the theoretical and experimental research efforts is a well-fitted and practical solution for a wide range of intelligent space applications development and implementation.
Applied Linguist, School Reform, and Technology:
Authors: Tucker G. Richard
Published: November 2017

In this presentation, I propose to describe briefly the rapidly changing demography of the U.S. school population and the implications of these changes for pedagogical practice(s). I will then summarize current research priorities for the language education profession that have recently been articulated by several professional associations and task forces. I will conclude by discussing some of the implications of these suggested research priorities and directions for the work of those concerned with improving the effectiveness of language learning and teaching through the use of innovative technologies.
Evaluating the Integration of Technology and Second Language Learning
Authors: Adair-Hauck Bonnie , Willingham-McLain Laurel , Earnest Youngs Bonnie
Published: November 2017

This article reports the findings of a program evaluation project that assessed the integration of technology-enhanced language learning (TELL) into a second semester, college-level French course. Thirty-three French II students participated in this study. Students in the treatment group met with the instructor three days per week and, for the fourth class, they participated in TELL activities. The control group met with the instructor four times per week. Both groups had the same instructor, textbook, and ancillary materials. The article reports on student performance in French for listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and on their cultural knowledge. Findings indicate that the students in the treatment group performed equally well as the control group in listening and speaking and better on reading and writing achievement measures. The study also includes findings regarding student motivation, anxiety, and perceptions on meeting the language learning goals students set for themselves. The results may be interpreted that it is both feasible and desirable to integrate, in principled ways, TELL activities into the language learning curriculum.
IMPACTO DOS EXERCÍCIOS HIPOPRESSIVOS NA QUALIDADE DE VIDA DA MULHER COM INCONTINÊNCIA URINÁRIA DE ESFORÇO
Authors: Ribeiro Fabiane dos Santos , Valente Maiara Guerra , Lorenz Fernanda Ferreira , Carneiro Nunes Erica Feio , Latorre Gustavo Fernando Sutter
Published: November 2017

Introdução: A incontinência urinária (IU) afeta uma parte significativa da população feminina e tem impacto direto na qualidade de vida (QV). O avanço científico abriu espaço para novos tratamentos. Objetivo: Verificar o impacto do tratamento com exercícios abdominais hipopressivos (EAH) no aumento da força muscular dos músculos do assoalho pélvico (MAP) e a relação com a QV de mulheres com IU de esforço. Método: Estudo do tipo quase-experimental não controlado, com um grupo de seis mulheres no período pós-menopausa submetidas a um tratamento com EAH por 4 semanas. A força muscular dos MAP foi verificada por meio de equipamento de biofeedback pressórico e da escala de Ortiz, e o impacto sobre a QV por meio do King’s Health Questionnaire (KHQ), no primeiro e último encontro. Resultados: O domínio impacto do KHQ apresentou diminuição significativa na média dos escores após o tratamento (p=0,04), significando melhora na qualidade de vida das pacientes. Houve melhora nos escores dos sintomas polaciúria, noctúria e IU durante a relação sexual. Foi verificado aumento na força dos MAP após o tratamento por ambos os instrumentos (p=7,0 ± 3* no pré e p=43,7 ± 4* no pós). À análise da correlação entre os domínios do questionário e os valores do biofeedback apresentou significação apenas no domínio Limitações sociais (p<0,001) na primeira avaliação. Conclusão: O tratamento com a EAH tem efeito positivo na QV de mulheres com IU de esforço no período pós-menopausa. Uma amostra maior seria relevante para obtenção de dados mais consistentes.
FUNCIONALIDADE, ATIVIDADE E PARTICIPAÇÃO DE IDOSOS COM DOENÇA DE PARKINSON TRATADOS COM EXERGAME: UMA SÉRIE DE CASOS
Authors: Silva Alana das Mercês , Dos Santos Isaías Pimentel , Ferraz Daniel Dominguez , Trippo Karen Valadares
Published: November 2017

Introdução: A doença de Parkinson (DP) é uma doença crônica degenerativa que acomete os núcleos da base e causa problemas cognitivos, redução da força muscular, instabilidade postural e aumento do risco de quedas. Apesar do reduzido número de estudos, o uso do exergame pela fisioterapia tem-se mostrado benéfico na melhora do equilíbrio, da função motora e da gravidade da doença, em indivíduos com DP. Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito de exercícios funcionais realizados com o uso de exergames na funcionalidade, atividade e participação de pacientes com DP. Metodologia: Consiste em uma série de casos de quatro idosos com Doença de Parkinson Primária (DPP) tratados com Exergame, durante oito semanas. Foi utilizado o KinectAdventures!, com os jogos “Cume dos Reflexos”, “20.000 Vazamentos” e “Corredeiras”, nos níveis básico, intermediário e avançado. Foram realizadas três sessões semanais, com duração de até uma hora. A Whodas 2.0 foi utilizada como critério para avaliação da funcionalidade, atividade e participação. Resultados: A mobilidade foi a função mais comprometida juntamente com a participação, condições comuns em pacientes com DP. Após o tratamento, houve uma redução do valor total da pontuação da Whodas 2.0 de 67,0 (52,5-77) para 45,5 (42-58,5), o que demonstra melhora da capacidade funcional dos participantes. Conclusão: A terapia com exergame mostrouuma resposta positiva na reabilitação dos idosos com DP, promovendo ganhos relacionados à mobilidade e participação do indivíduo.
AVALIAÇÃO DOS EQUIPAMENTOS DE LASER DE BAIXA POTÊNCIA EM CLÍNICAS DE FISIOTERAPIA NA CIDADE DE CASCAVEL – PR
Authors: Yoshida Gislaine Shizuka Obana , Souza Junior Sergio Mendes de , Errero Tatiane Kamada , Albuquerque Carlos Eduardo de , Fréz Andersom Ricardo , Bertolini Gladson Ricardo Flor
Published: November 2017

Introdução: O laser de baixa potência (LBP) é um tipo de radiação eletromagnética não ionizante muito usada na prática fisioterápica e que apresenta resultados significativos no tratamentos de vários acometimentos, isso quando o aparelho está em conformidade com as normas técnicas. Quando esses equipamentos apresentam falhas, podem trazer a tona ineficácia dos tratamentos e pode gerar danos à saúde do paciente e terapeuta. Objetivos: avaliar equipamentos de LBP em uso em clínicas na cidade de Cascavel – PR. Métodos: utilizou-se um roteiro de avaliação, previamente apresentado, de acordo com as normas técnicas NBR IEC 601-2-22, IEC 60825-1 e TR IEC 60825-8, contendo requisitos sobre inspeções a serem realizadas no manual do equipamento, no próprio equipamento, em protetores e no ambiente de uso, além da medida da potência irradiada. Resultados: foram avaliados  um total de 9 equipamentos, apenas 1 (11,11%) apresentou todos os itens exigidos na ficha de avaliação e com relação a mensuração da potência, somente 2 (22,22%) estavam dentro dos limites permitido. Conclusão: os resultados do estudo indicam um grave problema sobre a qualidade dos equipamentos de LBP na cidade de Cascavel – PR .
CARACTERIZAÇÃO DE CASOS DE EXTUBAÇÃO ACIDENTAL EM PACIENTES ASSISTIDOS EM HOSPITAIS UNIVERSITÁRIOS FEDERAIS
Authors: Pontes Ludmylla de Faria , Gardenghi Giulliano , Capucho Helaine Carneiro
Published: November 2017

Introdução: Extubação Acidental (EA) é a retirada prematura, não planejada e não intencional do dispositivo ventilatóriodurante o período de internação do paciente. Objetivo: Caracterizar casos de EA em uma rede de Hospitais Universitários Federais (HUF). Materiais e Métodos: Estudo transversal, retrospectivo, quantitativo, realizado em uma rede de HUF. Analisaram-se os seguintes itens em 404 notificações de EA, no período de 01 de janeiro a 31 de dezembro de 2016: classificação das notificações; idade; sexo; raça/cor; via de intubação; local do incidente; tipos de manifestações; possíveis causas; procedimentos concomitantes; danos causados; turno de ocorrência; formação dos notificadores e conduta adotada. Os dados foram dispostos em planilhas da Microsoft Excel para análise e interpretação. Resultados: No ano de 2016, houve 404 notificações referentes à EA. 65% não foram classificadas como Urgente ou Alerta. Características dos pacientes: 53% tinham idades menores a 1 ano, 57% eram do sexo masculino, 46% da raça branca e 99% das vias de intubação eram orotraqueais. Características dos incidentes: ocorreram predominantemente na UTI Adulto (53%); em 62% houve deslocamento do tubo; a possível causa mais citada foi a idade inferior a um ano (37%); em 80% das notificações, não houve nenhum procedimento concomitante; 72% foram considerados não graves e 44% ocorreram no turno noturno. Notificadores: 76% eram enfermeiros. Conduta: A principal conduta adotada foi a reintubação do paciente. Conclusão: O estudo caracterizou os casos de EA notificadas na rede de HUF, enfatizando a importância de se investir em ações preventivas para evitar a ocorrência desses incidentes.
VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY OF FREE SOFTWARE FOR BIDIMENTIONAL GAIT ANALYSIS
Authors: Quixadá Ana Paula , Onodera Andrea Naomi , Peña Norberto , Miranda José Garcia Vivas , Sá Katia Nunes
Published: November 2017

Introduction: Despite the evaluation of technology in human movement evaluation, the high cost and specific training of these kind of technology are not feasible for clinical practice. An ideal videogrammetry system should be easy to use, low cost, with minimal equipment, and fast realization. Objective: This paper aims to determine if CvMob is a reliable tool for the evaluation of bidimensional human gait. Methods and materials: The sample was composed of 56 healthy individuals who were simultaneously filmed by CvMob and Vicon system cameras. Linear trajectories and angular measurements were compared to validate the CvMob system, and inter and intrarater findings of the same measurements were used to determine reliability. Results: A strong correlation (rs mean = 0.988) of the linear trajectories between systems and inter and intrarater analysis were found. According to the Bland-Altman method, the angles that had good agreement between systems were maximum flexion and extension of the knee and dorsiflexion range of motion and stride length. Conclusion: The CvMob is a reliable tool for analysis of linear motion and lengths in bidimensional evaluations of human gait. The angular measurements demonstrate high agreement for the knee joint; however, the hip and ankle measurements were limited by differences between systems.
The relationship between human leukocyte antigens (HLA) and renal cell carcinoma
Authors: Yılmaz Erkan , Çekmen Arman , Akkuş Emre , Önal Bülent , Uğur Özalp Ali , Solok Vural , Erdoğan Ergun , Eren Bülent
Published: November 2017

Etiologies of Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) are not clear despite of the fact that many risk factors have been suggested. Especially in high stages RCC can affect the immune system in various ways. Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) may play a complementary role in the activation between the tumor and immunity. Our aim was to determine the existence of the relationship between HLA system and RCC. By using the standard microlymphocytotoxic method of Terasaki in our study, the HLA A, B, DR and DQ antigen types of 20 patients with RCC Stage Ti and T2 were compared with the control group consisting of healthy 30 people. In our RCC patient group, HLA-A23(9) and DQ7(3) antigens were significantly higher than the control group statistically (p=0.005, p=0.0028; respectively). HLA-A10, DQi, DR10 and B44 antigens were significantly higher in the control group than the patient group (p=0.011; for all). The findings made us suggest that the people, carrying the antigens which were detected in the patient group, were at high risk for RCC and the people, carrying the protective antigens that were detected in the control group were at less risk for RCC. There may be a dramatic regression for the patients who underwent immunotherapy and HLA expression, which is known to play role in tumor biology, may direct the effects of immunotherapeutic agents. Immunologic description and destruction is avoided in case of change or disappearance of HLA expression by cancer cells. Further investigations which will be performed in our population in the future will be more illuminating to confirm those results. We have concluded that, HLA profiles may be evaluated for detection the people at risk of RCC, the prognosis of the patients and their treatments.
Gender and Age-Related Differences in Patients with the Metabolic Syndrome in A Highly Endogamous Population.
Authors: Bener Abdulbari , Mohammad Abdul-Ghani , Ismail Asia N. , Zirie Mahmoud , Abdullatef Waleed K. , Al-Hamaq Abdulla O.A.A.
Published: November 2017

The objective of the study was to examine the differences in gender and age prevalences of metabolic syndrome (MetS) among adult Qatari population according to the revised criteria of NCEP ATP III and IDF, assess which component contributed to the higher prevalence of the MetS and identify the characteristics of the subjects with MetS. The study was designed as a cross-sectional study. The survey was carried out in urban and semi-urban primary health care centers. The survey was conducted in the period from January 2007 to July 2008 among Qatari nationals above 20 years of age. Of the 1536 subjects who were approached to particípate in the study, 1222 (79.6%) gave their consent. Face to face interviews were conducted using a structured questionnaire followed by laboratory tests. MetS was defined using the National Cholesterol Education Program - Third Adult Treatment Panel (ATP III) as well as the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). The overall prevalence of MetS in studied subjects was 26.7% and 33.9% according to ATPIII and IDF (p<0.001) criteria respectively. The prevalence of MetS by both definitions peaked in the 30-39 years age group among males, and the 40-49 years age group among females. The greatest number of males with MetS were university educated; while the greatest number of females with MetS were either illiterate or had a primary school education. The prevalence of MetS was higher among females. Among the components of MetS, the prevalence of central obesity was significantly higher in studied subjects. The overall prevalence of MetS and its components according to IDF criteria was higher in studied subjects than the estimates given by the ATPIII criteria. Overall, the prevalence of the metabolic syndrome in the State of Qatar is about 10-15% higher than in most developed countries, with generally higher prevalence rates for women. Preventive strategies will require identifying socio-demographic factors and addressing modifiable risk behaviours, including lack of physical activity, and dietary intake.
Impacto das missões internacionais nos jovens filhos de pais militares e a importância do apoio da comunidade escolar
Authors: Pinto Rita , Francisco Rita , Dos Santos Renato Pessoa
Published: November 2017

Pretende-se com este estudo conhecer o impacto das missões internacionais no bem-estar dos filhos de militares e a forma como a comunidade escolar pode promover um ajustamento positivo destes durante uma missão. Neste estudo exploratório e qualitativo participaram nove alunos, filhos de militares, e oito professores que lidam e/ou lidaram com este tipo de estudantes (N = 17). Realizaram-se três focus groups, cujas transcrições foram analisadas através de procedimentos de análise temática, com recurso ao software QSR Nvivo 10. Os resultados revelaram que as dificuldades associadas à adaptação dos jovens durante a missão estão relacionadas com alterações emocionais e com mudanças nas rotinas familiares, salientando-se os pares e a mãe como importantes fontes de suporte. Para um ajustamento positivo destes alunos a comunidade escolar pode contribuir significativamente através da articulação com os pais e com a instituição militar. São discutidas algumas linhas orientadoras para o desenvolvimento de programas de promoção do ajustamento destes jovens.
Precision spraying: from map to sprayer control using model-checking
Authors: Saddem Rim , Naud Olivier , Cazenave Paul , Dejean Karen Godary , Crestani Didier
Published: November 2017

Precision agriculture is a set of methods based on spatial and timed information which aims at making agricultural operations specific to local crop needs. This study was conducted to contribute to precision spraying for trellised perennial crops such as grapevine with a new method called Automata Modelling for Precision Spraying (AMPS). AMPS is based on the timed automata formalism and the UppAal-CORA model-checking tool with cost optimisation. It takes 2D ground-based LiDAR data of the canopy as input and computes a command sequence for the sprayer that is optimized for a cost criterion. AMPS was tested on LiDAR data from a vine row and with a hypothetical sprayer model based on pneumatic technology and individual command for each spout. The chosen cost criterion was the amount of product sprayed on the row. It was demonstrated on the example that a significant proportion of phytosanitary product can be saved. It was also shown that it is necessary to take into account spout control dynamics, because the savings are inferior to the ideal case in which spout response would be instantaneous.
The Changing Therapeutic Landscape in Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Authors: Koletsky Alan J ,   Lynn Cancer Institute, Boca Raton, FL, US
Published: November 2017

Over the past several years a number of novel and diverse agents have provided a significant clinical benefit for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer including abiraterone, enzalutamide, sipuleucel-T, cabazitaxel, and radium-223. The early use of docetaxel or abiraterone at initiation of standard androgen deprivation therapy in patients with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer has also led to substantial improvements in overall survival. The identification of a truncating mutation in the androgen receptor (ARV7), a biomarker of resistance, may help clarify a more optimal sequencing of hormonal and chemotherapy-based therapies for patients with metastatic disease. The genomic landscape of both primary and metastatic prostate cancer has been an important focal point of translational research. The most widely studied pathways that affect tumorigenesis are the phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)/phosphatase and tensin homolog (PTEN)/protein kinase B (AKT) and poly ADP ribose polymerase (PARP) and DNA repair pathways. This review will highlight recent clinical trials which have had a major impact on the management of patients with metastatic disease with an emphasis on treatments driven by common genomic aberrations present in advanced prostate cancer.
Priapism: what to do?
Authors: Sönmez Mehmet Giray , Kandemir Abdülkadir , Balasar Mehmet
Published: November 2017

Priapism is a painful erection condition of penis or clitoris lasting more than four hours without sexual desire. Glans and corpus spongiosum do not participate in this period. Although the incidence is not common in males, it can also be seen in females very rarely. Priapism has three types. These are classifying as; Ischemic (low-flow) priapism, Non-ischemic (high-flow) priapism, Recurrent (stuttering) priapism. Priapism is an urgent urological disease which should be managed well since it may cause severe penile function disorder. Our aim in this article is presenting appropriate management of priapism in the light of current literature. We hope that the studies to be done in the future would be helpful to reveal priapism molecular mechanisms and develop our ability of care for the patients in this condition.