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FISH DETECTION OF CAMPYLOBACTER AND ARCOBACTER ADHERED TO STAINLESS STEEL COUPONS
Authors: Šilhová Lucie , Moťková Petra , Šilha David , Vytřasová Jarmila
Published: February 2015

This study focuses on detecting biofilm and planktonic bacterial cells of the genera Arcobacter and Campylobacter. This study is, to our knowledge, the first study deals with application of FISH procedure to detect biofilm formation on stainless steel coupons of Arcobacter-isolates from real-world environments. These bacteria can cause a lot of diseases. Especially, in the last decade, arcobacters have been increasingly isolated from feces of clinically healthy and ill animals, foods of animal origin and various types of water. Fluorescence in situ hybridization was used to detect biofilm and planktonic cells of selected microorganisms. This method was optimized and subsequently applied to biofilm samples prepared on stainless steel coupons. The study results indicate that fluorescence in situ hybridization is suitable for detecting biofilm and planktonic cells of the studied bacteria.
EFFECTS OF LIGHT WAVELENGTHS AND COHERENCE ON BASIDIOSPORES GERMINATION
Authors: Poyedinok Natalia , Negriyko Anatoly , Mikhailova Oksana
Published: February 2015

The effects of light wavelengths and coherence on basidiospore germination of Agaricus bisporus, Flammulina velutipes, Ganoderma applanatum, Ganoderma lucidum, Hericium erinaceus, Lentinus edodes and Pleurotus ostreatus have been studied. Short-term low-intensity irradiation by coherent (laser) light wavelength 488.0 nm and 632.8 nm at doses 45 and 230 mJ/cm2 has significantly increased the number of germinated basidiospores. It has established that there are differences in the photosensitivity not only between species but also between strains. Spores irradiation by 514.5 nm light has been either neutral or inhibitory. A comparative analysis of basidiospores sensitivity to laser and LED light has also been conducted. To stimulate germination of basidiospores and growth of monokaryons the most suitable solution was to use red coherent and incoherent light of 632.8 nm and 660,0 nm for A. bisporus, G. applanatum and P. ostreatus, red and blue coherent light of 632.8 nm and 488,0 nm for F. velutipes, and both red and blue laser and LED light G. lucidum and H. erinaceus and for L. edodes. No essential difference of a continuous wave mode and intermittent mode light effect at the same doses and wavelength on spore germination were revealed. Light influence has reduced germination time and formation of aerial mycelium on agar medium as compared to the original value and increased the growth rate of monosporous isolates. Characterization of basidiospores photosensitivity and development of environmentally friendly stimulating methods of their germination is important for creating highly effective technologies of mushrooms selection and cultivation.
QUALITY OF YOGHURTS FROM GOAT'S MILK ENRICHED WITH MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE
Authors: Znamirowska Agata , Kalicka Dorota , Pawlos MaÅgorzata , Szajnar Katarzyna
Published: February 2015

Goat’s milk can be enriched with magnesium in the form of chloride before pasteurization with a save dose, i.e. 20 mg of magnesium for 100 g of milk. Higher doses of magnesium can lead to coagulation of proteins since together with the increase of the dose of fortification there increases general acidity while pH of milk decreases. Together with the increase of the dose of fortification of yoghurts with magnesium there was shown an essential proportional increase of acidity and hardness of curds persisting for 21 days of storage. Enriching goat’s milk yoghurts with magnesium decreased the intensity of „goat” smell and aftertaste and did not cause a change in colour. The most favourable solution is the production of goat’s milk yoghurts enriched with 10-20 mg of magnesium in the form of magnesium chloride. Such doses of enrichment caused successive lowering of perceptibility of „goat” aftertaste and smell together with extension of storage time.
Optimization–Based Coupling of Nonlocal and Local Diffusion Models
Authors: D’Elia Marta , Bochev Pavel B.
Published: February 2015

In this work we introduce an optimization–based method for the coupling of nonlocal and local diffusion problems. Our approach is formulated as a control problem where the states are the solutions of the nonlocal and local equations, the controls are the nonlocal volume constraint and the local boundary condition, and the objective of the optimization is a matching functional for the state variables in the intersection of the nonlocal and local domains. For finite element discretizations we present numerical results in a one–dimensional setting; though preliminary, our tests show the consistency and efficacy of the method, and provide the basis for realistic simulations.
Evaluationof fracture toughness ofalpha-Nb5Si3 by micro-sized cantilever beam testing
Authors: Suzuki Shiori , Sekido Nobuaki , Ohmura Takahito , Miura Seiji
Published: February 2015

A micro-sized fracture testing method has been applied to investigate fracture toughness of alpha-Nb5Si3. Chevron-notched single crystal specimens with a size of 3 x 3 x 15 μm3 were prepared in a grain of polycrystalline alpha-Nb5Si3 by focused ion beam, FIB, technique. Fracture tests were conducted using a nanoindenter at room temperature and linear load-displacement curves and smooth fracture surfaces were obtained. This fracture behavior was presumed to be brittle fracture similar to bulk alpha-Nb5Si3. The average of fracture toughness KQ is 3.45 ± 0.29 MPa√m under a small-scale yielding condition.
Flood-resilient redevelopment: Cincinnati's central riverfront
Authors: Deatrick John Frederick
Published: February 2015

Since the founding of Cincinnati on the banks of the Ohio River in 1788, the city's flood-prone central riverside area has been exploited in multiple waves of development, none of which were viewed a success − until now. Owing to floods, most minor but some severe, the riverside has not been very attractive or very productive in terms of employment, culture or recreation. However, this situation has now changed. This paper suggests that the current success in regenerating the riverside area is due to a fresh approach taken in the area's urban design master plan, drafted in 1997, which was based on flood resilience instead of the conventional wisdom based on flood resistance. The master plan enabled a mixed-use, environmentally friendly development on the riverside with minimal effect on the storage capacity of the river floodplain. Additionally, it has left the area well connected to the central business district, the Ohio River and the region.
Modelling the dynamic processes of channel migration
Authors: Sun Jian , Lin Binliang , Kuang Hongwei
Published: February 2015

The paper details an integrated physical experimental and numerical model study undertaken to investigate the channel evolution processes. The experiments were conducted in a laboratory flume, in which channel evolution and bed level changes were observed. The numerical model was based on a joint two-dimensional hydrodynamic and sediment transport model. The numerical model prediction agreed generally well with the results of physical experiments and these two approaches were used jointly to investigate the dynamic channel shift process. A series of characteristic phenomena were reproduced including: the shallowing and widening of the initial channel, the formation and development of a regular sequence of alternate bars and pools, erosional bumps of the bank line and the evolution from a regular channel to an irregular channel with the occurrence of an abrupt shift of the main flow.
Features of developing motive flairs for boys 6—7 classes
Authors: Соляник І. Є.
Published: February 2015

Research aim — to define age-related features of developing motive flairs for boys 6—7 classes. Research methods. In-process used: theoretical analysis of literary data, pedagogical testing, methods of mathematical statistics.Conclusions. Level of motive and functional preparedness of boys 6—7 classes are estimated below the average. The results of cross-correlation analysis testify to the necessity of the accented development of relative force for the boys of sixth class and improvement functional to preparedness boys of seventh class. The worked out standard scale of estimation gives an opportunity to define the level of preparedness of schoolchildren and weak results in separate test exercises, to orientate personally each on self-perfection of motive preparedness.
Features of formation of personal physical training of students
Authors: Голік А. С.
Published: February 2015

A sociological survey among pupils of 5—11 grades of secondary schools in the city of Kharkov, Vinnitsa, Luhansk and village (Vinnytsia region). It is shown that the most important factor that characterizes personal physical education students through the systematic physical exercise for physical improvement. The study found that the main motivational factors that encourage students to engage in sports activities is the desire to improve physical fitness. We prove that the lack of free time is the main factor that prevents students engage in sports activities.
Interactive technique of control and improving tactical thinking of volleyball players
Authors: Артеменко Б. О. , Глазирін І. Д.
Published: February 2015

Goal: To develop and experimentally test an interactive technique for the diagnosis and control of tactical thinking volleyball players of different ages.Materials and Methods. The following scientific methods were used during the research: analysis, synthesis, systematization of scientific and science-method literature, publication, computer testing of psycho-physiological functions. The research was conducted on the SC “Sumykhimprom” base, Sumy city, the participant of Ukraine Championships among Super League teams and “SumDU” VC, Sumy city, a volleyball team on the base of Sumy State University, a representative of Ukraine Championships among the teams of Higher League. The study involved 42 players of different sports categories from youth to masters of sports and in terms at the age of 14-34 participated in the research. Results. The players 14-15 age are found to have 12,91±1,71% index of tactic thinking in offense and 14,16±0,83% – in defense. Volleyball players aged 16-17 age are found to have 23,16±1,41% index of tactic thinking in offense and 22,44±1,61% – in defense. Volleyball players aged 18-19  age are found to have 39,44±1,75% index of tactic thinking in offense and 38,33±2,35% – in defense that differ reliably from the indexes of volleyball players of 16-17 age  (р<0.05). Volleyball players aged 20-22 age are found to have 57±2% index of tactic thinking in offense and 56±1,28%  – in defense that differ reliably from the indexes of volleyball players of 18-19 age  (р<0.05). Volleyball players aged 24 and older are found to have 64,44±1,27 % index of tactic thinking in offense and 59,27±2,13% – in defense. Conclusions. These features of tactical thinking volleyball players of all ages in offense and in defense is primarily due to the difference of playing experience and different levels of competitive activity.
Prophylaxis of traumatism of judoists-veterans at the stage of leaving the sport of higher achievements
Authors: Перебійніс В. Б.
Published: February 2015

The article is devoted the scientific issue of the day of prophylaxis of traumatism of judoists-veterans at the stage leaving the sport of higher achievements. Classification of traumas is presented in veteran judo. Risk factors as starting mechanism of trauma origin are exposed: age, sex, skills level, previous traumas, weight decrease before the competition, health state deviations, defects in a general physical training, fatigue. Three groups of renewal facilities have been considered: pedagogical, medical, biological and psychological. The necessity of prospective estimating the level of traumas in judo competitions and trainings among the veterans has been grounded in order to research the risk factors. The changes in the rules of veteran judo have been offered taking into consideration the epidemiology information of traumatism, and in further researches it is necessary to estimate the efficiency of the changes brought in and other prophylactic steps. judo; traumatism; judoist-veteran; prophylaxis; trauma; health; sport
Sonoelastography: the method of choice for evaluation of tissue elasticity
Authors: Smajlović Fahrudin , Čarovac Aladin , Bulja Deniz
Published: February 2015

Ultrasound devices and methodologies have been continuously evolving and becoming more important as tools in diagnostic medicine. Recently a new ultrasound diagnostic technique has been developed. Named sonoelastography, the technique enables evaluation of tissue elasticity and is based on differences in stiffness (hardness, compressibility, elasticity) of pathological changes and normal adjacent tissue. Sonoelastography (SE) is also known as Real-time tissue elastography (RTE), Real-time sonoelastography (RTSE), Tissue type imaging (TTI) and Ultrasound Strain Imaging Technology. It has been found useful in many medicine elds and adopted readily by clinicians of different specialties. It gives more information than conventional ultrasound in evaluation of tumors, liver disease, skeletal muscles, rheumatoid nodules and other pathological changes. This review covers the basics of elastography, its applications, instruments, techniques, the scoring system and the indications for elastography.
Is there any relationship between PSA and increased peripheral CD4+CD25highFOX3+ Treg in prostate cancer patients?
Authors: Akin Yigit , Koksoy Sadi , Yucel Selcuk , Erdogru Tibet , Baykara Mehmet
Published: February 2015

Introduction: The aims of this study were fi rst, to determine whether peripheral levels of CD4+CD25highFoxp3+ regulatory T cells (Treg) are elevated in Prostate Cancer (PCa) patients, and second, to determine the directcorrelation between peripheral Treg and total serum Prostate Specifi c Antigen (PSA) levels in these patients.Methods: Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells from 56 subjects undergoing diagnostic prostate biopsies (PSA ≥ 2.5 ng/ml) were analyzed for Treg numbers. The association between the peripheral Treg and serum PSA values was fi rst determined in the entire population, including people with no prostate pathology and PCa and Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) patients, and second, in nine PCa patients before and after curative prostatectomy.Results: This project was performed in Akdeniz University immunology laboratory and urology out patient clinic from 2008 to 2010. Peripheral Treg frequencies were signifi cantly increased in PCa patients (n = 19, 3.23 ± 1.59) compared with BPH patients (n = 27, 1.66 ± 0.80) and healthy subjects (n = 10, 1.08 ± 0.43) (p < 0.01). The percentage of Treg in BPH patients was also signifi cantly higher than that of healthy subjects (p < 0.01). Importantly, the increase in BPH and PCa patients paralleled the elevation in total serum PSA levels, demonstrating a strong positive correlation (r = 0.75; p < 0.01).Conclusion: These results demonstrate that peripheral Treg densities are correlated with PSA in BPH and PCa patients, suggesting that PSA may have a role in Treg induction and/or maintenance in Treg in these people.
Helicobacter pylori infection according to ABO blood group among blood donors in Kosovo
Authors: Zhubi Bukurije , Baruti-Gafurri Zana , Mekaj Ymer , Zhubi Mimoza , Merovci Idriz , Bunjaku Iliriane , Topciu Valdete , Devoli-Disha Emine
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Numerous studies have reported a high prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection among healthy and non-healthy persons in different places. The Aim of the study is to investigate the seroprevalence of H. pylori infection among Kosovo’s Blood donor associated with ABO/Rhesus blood group.Methods: 671 blood donors are tested for H. pylori antibodies and results are classifi ed by way of donation, age, gender, blood groups and education level. Serum antibodies are analyzed by Enzyme Linked Fluorescent Assay test for H. pylori IgG with Biomerieux HPY-VIDAS.Results: The frequency of IgG antibody for H. pylori among healthy blood donors is 56.9%, there is not found any difference between voluntary and non-voluntary blood donors (57.4% respectively 56.3%)(OR=1.05; 95% CI 0.76 to 1.43; p=0.8). H pylori IgG antibodies positive are detected in 57.0 % ( 126 of 221) of women, compared with 56.9 % ( 256 of 450) of men(OR=0.99; 95% CI 0.72 to 1.38; p=0.96). Serpositive donors are older than seronegative ones (31.9 years, respectively 29.5 years, p=0.02). Mean value of IgG antibody of H. pylori is 3.61 with no significant difference between males and females (3.72 respectively 3.44; p=0.2). The seroprevalence of H. pylori infection is similar among blood groups: O (57.4%), A (56.2%), B (59.6%), AB (51.4%), RhD positive (56.7%) and RhD negative (58.3%).Conclusions: The seropositivity of H. pylori is moderately higher in the non voluntary and familiar blood donors among the total Kosovo blood donors. There is not found a significant relationship between infection with H. pylori and ABO/Rhesus blood group among blood donors.
Acute postoperative pain relief, by intraperitoneal application of local anesthetics, during laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Authors: Gvozdenović Ljiljana , Pajtić Vesna , Ivanov Dejan , Cvijanović Radovan , Gavrilović Sava , Gojković Zoran , Milić Saša
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Intraperitoneal administration of local anesthetic in combination with an opioid, for the relief of postoperative pain, has already been reported after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This study aimed toassess the analgesic effect of the intraperitoneal administration of bupivacaine and morphine, in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy.Methods: 90 patients (30 patients in each group) were included in a double blind, randomized manner. At the end of laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the patients were intraperitoneally treated with 30 ml of: physiologicalsaline (Group 1) or 0.25% bupivacaine (Group 2) or 0.25% bupivacaine + 2 mg morphine (Group 3). Patient’s postoperative pain was evaluated using a visual analogue scale and a verbal rating score. The postoperativeanalgesic requirement was assessed by the total dose of Ketorolak, administered by intravenous or intramuscular route. Pain, vital signs, supplemental analgesics consumption and side effects were recorded for all patients for 12h.Results: There were no difference between the three groups, regarding pain scores (et rest and coughing) during the study, except in the fi rst 6 h, when scores were lower for patients receiving intraperitoneal bipuvacaine+ morphine (p<0.05).Conclusions: In the patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the intraperitoneal administration of bupivacaine + morphine, reduced the analgesic requirements during the fi rst 6 postoperative hours comparedwith the control groups. The combination of intraperitoneal bupivacaine 0.25% and morphine was more effective for treatment of pain after laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Spina bifida in surgically treated infants in Sarajevo region of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Aličelebić Selma , Agović Ermin
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Spina bifida is a congenital anomaly characterized by incomplitnes of vertebral arches in the medial line which occurs in 3rd and 4th month of intrauterine life. It is often associated with other congenital malformations, but hydrocephalus and Chiary II malformation are the most frequent. Aim: The aim of this work was to obtain the frequency of surgical cases of spina bifida treated at the Clinic for Neurosurgery, ClinicalCenter University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.Methods: Retrospective study was carried out on the basis of the clinical records during the period January 2005. to December 2008. Standard methods of descriptive statistics were performed for the data analysis.      Results: A total of 31spina bifida cases were surgically treated in the period from 2005. through 2008. Out of that number 14 (48.2%) were female patients, while 17 (54.8%) were male patients; sex ratio – 1.21:1. The most common type of spina bifida was myelomeningocele, treated in 24 surgical patients (77.45%), and the most common location was thoracolumbal part of the vertebral column, treated in 13 patients (41.91%).Conclusion: Anomalies associated with spina bifida were present in 19 patients (61.3%). Hydrocephalus, in 18 patients (58.05%) and Chiary II malformation, in 5 cases (16.13%) were the most frequent anomalies associated with spina bifida.
Knowledge and practice of health managers in using information technology in health system
Authors: Švrakić Suvada , Ovčina Amer
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Information systems today are an inevitable link in the health care system. Health care institutions and health workers in modern society, depend on information systems in everyday tasks of organizing institutions.The goals of the study were to determine the existence and application of information technology in the health care system and of the Clinical Center of Sarajevo University and, Primary Health Care Center of Sarajevo Canton, as well as to assess knowledge and practice of managers in nursing of the Organizational units of the University Clinical Center in Sarajevo and Primary Health Care Center of Sarajevo Canton.Method: The study is of a prospective type. It will use a questionnaire based on which we will be able to determine the knowledge and application in practice of managers in nursing of knowledge about information technology in the health care system. The study was conducted from June 1st – August 1st 2010.Results: It is expected that most health institutions in the Canton Sarajevo has no organized information network system. Most managers’ nurses use e-mail in order to quickly contact other colleagues and exchange experiences. A large number of nurse’s managers in health institutions use computer technology in their daily work in order to make medical reports.Conclusions: Health system and information technology are in close relationship, although still insufficiently applied in everyday work. Management of organizational units in health care in the future will not be able to successfully function without the use of information technology in their daily work.
Analysis of disease spectrum of corporate executives after physical examination
Authors: Qing Li , Huailan Guo , Jin Chen , Jianhua Chen , Zeng Yanjun
Published: February 2015

Introduction: To find out the disease spectrum of corporate executives and screen the common chronic diseases.Methods: The physical examination data of corporate executives were collected to carry out cross-sectional study.Results: Among 231 subjects, there were one hundred and ninety four males, which made up 85.3%, and thirty seven females, which made up 14.7%. The detection rate of chronic diseases in corporate executive was high. Specifically, the incidence rate of blood viscosity rise was 87.8%; the incidence rate of blood lipid rise was 79.5%; the incidence rate of obesity and overweight was 76.7%; the infection rate of Helicobacter pylori was 55.7%; the prevalence rate of fatty liver was 52.1%; the prevalence rate of kidney stones was 43.5%; the incidence of abnormal pancreatic echo was 52.3%; the incidence rate of abnormal TCD was 66.2%; the detection rate of coarse gallbladder wall was 35.5%. The prevalence rate of bone mineral density reduction was 39.6%; the detection rate of reduction of diastolic function of left ventricle was 37.5%; the incidence rate of raised serum uric acid was 28.6%; the incidence rate of blood glucose going up was 22%; the incidence rate of liver cyst was 19.5%. The prevalence rate of blood LDL rise was 23.9%; the prevalence rate of abnormal thyroid was 21.3%; the incidence rate of arteriosclerosis was 17.5%; the prevalence rate of hypertension was 17.4%.Conclusion: The corporate executives are high risk group of common metabolic diseases and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Therefore, screening should be strengthened for them.
A retrospective study of surgical treatment of spinal injuries with rehabilitation program
Authors: Avdić Dijana , Jaganjac Amila , Katana Bakir , Bojičić Samir
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Traumatic injuries of the spinal column are among the most devastating injuries in orthopedics. The primary goals of rehabilitation of these injuries are prevention of secondary complications, maximizing physical functioning and reintegration into the community. Rehabilitation after spinal injury reqires multidisciplinary team approach. Team members include, but are not limited to, physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses, psychologists, health care managers and social workers, with each member having role and responsibility in their area of expertise. This study aimed to determine the difference in the occurrence of spinal injuries according to gender, age, cause of injury, neurological phenomenon in injured patients, the treatment and physical procedures used in the early stages of rehabilitation.Methods: The study was conducted as a retrospective and comparative at the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology of Clinical Center University of Sarajevo. Medical records of 100 patients, treated at from January 1st 2007 till June 30th 2008, were processed and data about outpatient protocols and surgery protocols analyzed.Results: The results obtained from the data showed greater proportion of women (56%) compared to men (44%). Most patients were in the age group between 41 and 60. Injuries were most often due to falls from height and make 32%, fall from a tree 25%, traffic accidents 12% (²=17.94, p=0.0061). 88% of patients were without neurologic events, while the neurological disturbances occurred 12% (χ²=3.397, p=0.3343). 56% of patients with spinal injuries were treated surgically, while 41% were treated conservatively (χ ²=7.264, p= 0.00153). 73% patient had physical therapy program of early rehabilitation exercises, with at least at least only a massage in 4% of patients X² = 6.573, p = 0.04270).Conclusion: The adoption of national protocols is necessary for future treatment of patients with spinal fractures.
Dietary calcium intake and osteoporosis in postmenopausal women living in Sarajevo area
Authors: Kapetanović Amila , Avdić Dijana
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Osteoporosis is a multifactorial polygenetic disease of which the genetic determinants are modulated by hormonal, environmental and nutritional factors. Identifi cation of the risk factors for osteoporosisrelated to nutrition is important in the prevention and treatment of this disease, considering that these factors can be modifi ed. The aim of this study was to examine infl uence of dietary calcium intake on bonemineral density in postmenopausal women who hadn’t a deficit of estrogen in their menstrual history.Methods: A total of 100 postmenopausal women living in Sarajevo area, aged 50-65 years, without estrogen deficiency in menstrual history were included in the study. Mineral bone density was measured at the lumbarspine and proximal femur by Dual–Energy X–ray Absorptiometry using Hologic QDR-4000 scanner. Examination and control group were formed based on mineral bone density values. The women in the examinationgroup had osteoporosis. The women in the control group had osteopenia or normal mineral bone density. Estimates of daily dietary calcium intake were performed based on a Food Frequency Questionnaire.Results: The average daily intake of dietary calcium among women who had osteoporosis was 967.32 mg, and in women who hadn’t osteoporosis 1195.12 mg. The difference between two groups was statistically significant (p<0.001). There was registered signifi cant correlation between intake of dietary calcium and mineral bone density in examination (p<0.01) and in control group (p<0.01).Conclusion: The results of this study have shown that adequate daily intake of dietary calcium in postmenopausal women aged 50-65 years living in Sarajevo area, which hadn’t estrogen defi ciency in their menstrualhistory (in the group of women without osteoporosis amounted to 1195.12 mg) has a positive impact on bone mineral density.
Analysis of lipid status, body mass index and waist-hip ratio in post-menopausal women
Authors: Mešalić Lejla , Hasković Edhem
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Menopause is the absence of menses in the period longer that one year. It is widely accepted that menopause leads to changes in hormonal status, metabolism and lipid profi le. The aim of this study wasto analyze the infl uence of menopause on the concentrations of lipids, lipoproteins and also the influence of body mass index (BMI) and waist-hip ratio (WHR) on lipid profi le in post-menopausal women.Methods: Sixty post-menopausal women of average age of 52.82 years were compared to a group of 34 pre-menopausal women average age of 47.92 years.Results: Post-menopausal women had higher, but non signifi cant (p>0.05) concentrations of total cholesterol, very low density lipoproteins (VLDL), low density lipoproteins (LDL) and triglycerides than pre-menopausal women. The concentration of high density lipoproteins (HDL) was significantly lower in post-menopausal women than pre-menopausal (p<0.05). The concentration of apolipoprotein B was also signifi cantly higher in post-menopausal women (p<0.05), but the concentrations of apolipoprotein and lipoprotein (a) were lowerbut without signifi cance (p>0.05). There was no difference between body mass index (BMI) and waste-hip ratio (WHR), but the WHR has shown as a signifi cant predictor of the LDL and cholesterol concentrations inpost-menopausal women.Conclusion: We can conclude that menopause leads to changes in lipid profi le by lowering of HDL and increasing the levels of apolipoprotein B, that increases the risk for cardiovascular disease. The WHR is thesignifi cant predictor of cardiovascular risk in post-menopausal women.
Does wound infi ltration of tramadol reduce postoperative pain in laparoscopic or open herniorrhaphy?
Authors: Sıvacı Remziye , Eroglu Erol , Yavuz Lutfi , Eroglu Fusun , Sıvacı Yaşar
Published: February 2015

Introduction: The laparoscopic approach may be associated with more postoperative pain initially. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of administered tramadol at wound closure on postoperative painand analgesic requirements under spinal anesthesia in laparoscopic inguinal herniorrhaphy (LH) or tension free open inguinal herniorrhaphy (TFOH).Methods: Twenty patients were randomly divided into two groups (n= 10 in each) as LH or TFOH. Patients received infiltration of 200 mg tramadol with 40 mL of 0.9% saline solution at wound closure procedure. Postoperative pain was assessed with a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) at 3, 6, 12, and 24 hours postoperatively. Additional requirements of tramadol for postoperative pain releif were registered.Results: VAS scores at postoperative 12 and 24 hours were signifi cantly higher according to 3rd hour VAS scores in both groups. The VAS scores at 12 hours after operation signifi cantly lower in LH group than inTFOH group (1.5 ± 0.97 vs 5.1 ± 0.99). Additional requirements of tramadol for postoperative pain releif were significantly lower in LH group.Conclusion: We conclude that wound infi ltration of 200 mg tramadol reduce postoperative pain in LH group.
Smoking and BMI as a risk factor of cardiovascular disease at a doctors in Tuzla canton
Authors: Imamović Kuluglić Merisa , Jusupović Fatima
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases are becoming the leading social and medical problem of civilization, given the trend indicates an increase of morbidity, disability and mortality from this diseases. The aim ofour study was to determine the frequency of smoking and increased BMI, as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease in doctors in the Tuzla Canton and correlate values of BMI by the doctor smokers and nonsmokers.Methods: The study was conducted in 13 medical centers in the area of Tuzla canton in the second quarter of 2009. Two groups were formed by randomization of 150 doctors non-smokers and 150 doctors smokersfrom a total of 366 doctors of both sexes, age over 25 years. The study involved doctors who smoke tobacco 5 or more years. The methods of anthropometric measurements and questionnaires were used in study.Results: The results showed that the total number of doctors surveyed, 44.81% were smokers, with more women smokers (28.7%) than men (21.3%) smokers (p=0.011). We found that there is a signifi cant statistical difference between subjects with BMI higher than 25 and subjects with normal weight, in the group of smokers (p = 0.0001).Conclusion: It can be concluded that the frequency of smoking in the total number of surveyed doctors, is signifi cant. The increased value of BMI (over 25) is present in large number of subjects (with the larger percentage subjects of smokers).
Minimally invasive treatment of iatrogenic complete left ureter obstruction after hysterectomy
Authors: Akin Yigit , Basara Isil , Bozkurt Aliseydi
Published: February 2015

The iatrogenic ureter injuries are rare complications and may have serious consequences. The treatment options depend on situations. Pelvic surgeons, keep in mind that this kinds of complications, is very important for diagnosis and treatment, during the surgery. This report presents a case of a patient with iatrogenic left ureteral injury during hysterectomy. The patient visited emergency department of our hospital with the chief complaints of left lomber pain on the 17th day of hysterectomy. After evaluation in emergency clinic, the patient had an endoscopic treatment for iatrogenic ureter injury. The patient is still in follow-up period. We also review the literature and discuss diagnose, treatment, prognosis of iatrogenic ureter injuries. The treatmentoptions are still developing by technology.
Evaluation of high sensitivity C-reactive protein assay in cerebrospinal fluid on the Dimension RxL analyzer
Authors: Ćorić Jozo , Pašić Aleksandra , Panjeta Mirsad , Mujić Jasminka
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Low sensitivity and specificity in traditional laboratory tests became insufficient for accurate diagnostics and initiation of proper treatment of patients infected with bacterial meningitis. High sensitivity C reactive protein (hsCRP) may be an appropriate supplement for rapid diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. The subject of our investigation was the determination of C- reactive protein in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) duringacute bacterial meningitis.Methods: HsCRP was analysed by a sensitive immunoturbidimetric assay using the Dimension RxL analyser (Siemens). Cerebrospinal fluid concentrations of C-reactive protein have been measured in 20 patients(age range,1 to 50 years) presenting with acute bacterial meningitis and also in a non-infected, non-inflamed control group (n=25).Results: The accuracy and precision of the method proved to be satisfactory. Repeatability of serial sampling for hsCRP described by coefficient of variation were CV=2.1-4.5%. This assay hsCRP in cerebrospinal fluid demonstrates adequate performance characteristics for routine clinical use. Elevated levels of CRP were found in 95% patients with bacterial meningitis. The mean CRP value in 25 uninfected control group was 0.25 mg/L (range 0.10-0.55). The mean CRP for patients with bacterial meningitis was 21.4 mg/L (range 0.40-100).Conclusions: A sensitive assay for CRP in CSF would be an useful adjunct to conventional investigation of acute infective meningitis.
Comparative study of the results of heel ultrasound screening and DXA findings (lumbar spine and left hip) of postmenopausal women
Authors: Jaganjac Amila , Avdić Dijana , Katana Bakir , Bojičić Samir , Mačak Hadžiomerović Amra , Trtak Namik , Branković Suada
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Osteoporosis is a silent and invisible disease of bone, great presence and is considered to suffer from osteoporosis at least 200 million women worldwide. The goal of this paper is to show average ageof postmenopausal respondents, values of anthropometric parameters (weight, height, BMI), anamnestic data on clinical symptoms, fractures of women in menopause, analysis of heel ultrasound screening results,analysis of lumbar spine DXA results, analysis of left hip DXA results.Methods: In retrospective study 61 respondents were involved, 33 to 79 years old, treated in u Center for Physical Medicine and Acupuncture “AD” in Sarajevo during the period from 01.01.2008 till 31.12.2009. Alldate are shown numerically and percentage account with calculation of mean value, expressed in the form of tables and charts.Results: Finding of heel ultrosound screening compared to T values of postmenopausal respondents indicates on osteoporosis in case of 17 (27,87%), in case of 44 (72,13%) respondents osteopenia, while normalvalues were not found. T value with lumbar spine DXA method in postmenopausal female respondents correspond to 43 (70,5%) respondents, in 15 respondents (24,6%) finding corresponded to osteopenia, while 3 respondents (4,9%) had physiological finding. Left hip DXA finding shows 36 (59%) respondents corresponded osteoporosis, 19 (31,2%) respondents corresponded osteopenia, while physiological finding was found in 6 respondents (9,8%). T value of lumbar spine DXA finding was - 2,71 ± 1,16; DXA finding of left hip -2,35 ±1,36; heel ultrasound screening -2,19 ± 0,54.Conclusion: Research results indicate that DXA finding in relation to the heel ultrasound screening confirms gold standard in diagnosing osteoporosis.
Blood urea nitrogen/creatinine index is a predictor of prerenal damage in preeclampsia
Authors: Paçarizi Hidajet , Begolli Luljeta , Lulaj Shefqet , Gafurri Zana
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Preeclampsia is a disease whose etiology is not very clearly explained. The aim of this study was to investigate the importance of blood urea nitrogen (BUN)/creatinine ratio in diagnosing preeclampsiaand evaluating prognosis.Methods: The patients in this research were examined and diagnosed in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Clinical Centre of Kosovo. Control group included 25 pregnant women with a normalblood pressure and with a gestational age of more than 20 weeks, whereas the investigation group included 25 women diagnosed with preeclampsia. The patients were not administered therapy four days before the examination. For the determination of biochemical parameters we used end point bichromatic enzymatic rate and enzymatic conductivity rate.Results: BUN/Creatinine index in the preeclamptic group was 19±7.7, uric acid 280±70 μmol/L, lactate dehydrogenase198±63 U/L, while the number of platelets was 195±5061 x 109/L. In control group BUN/Creatinine index was 12±3, lactate dehydrogenase was 165±57 U/L, uric acid 197±79 μmol/La and the platelet numberwas 243±61 x109/L. Albumin/Globulin index in the preeclamptic group was 0.8±0.12, whereas in the control group it was 0.9±0.16.Conclusions: BUN/Creatinine ratio in pregnant women with preeclampsia was significantly increased (t=-4.14; p=0.00013) in comparison to the control group. It indicates the prerenal source of azotemia. This indexcan be important for the evaluation of preeclampsia severity.
Effectiveness of treatment of patients affected by trochanter major enthesitis
Authors: Kaljić Eldad , Trtak Namik , Katana Bakir , Pecar Muris
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Enthesitis of the trochanter major is characterized by pain and often by limping when walking, then pain, tension, swelling, increased warmth and redness in the area of trochanter, and hip weaknessespecially when performing exercises with resistance. Research goals: Determine the effectiveness of treatment of major trochanter enthesitis, and analyze the representation of it in patients of both gender, different ages and professions.Methods: Retrospective analysis of data from the clinic "Praxis" in the period from 01.01.2001. to 31.12.2011. year because of the major trochanter enthesitis 30 patients were treated. Criteria for inclusion in the study were those people with symptoms and diagnosis of of the trochanter major enthesitis who have accessed treatment, while the criteria for exclusion were inadequate diagnosis, treatment abandonment and lack ofpatient data. The process of therapy included the evaluation of the functional status of patients graded 0-5, then conducted physical therapy that included: bed rest, manual massage and local instillation of depot corticosteroids, and assessment of treatment success ranging from 0 to 5.Research results: The mean score for condition of respondents was 3.27 before therapy, while after treatment it was 4.33. The mean score for status of respondents was 3.13 before treatment, and after therapy itwas 4.33.Conslusion: Based on these data we can conclude that treatment in the clinic "Praxis" leads to the improvement in patients suffering from the enthesitis of trochanter major.
Anthropometric measurements of students athletes in relation to physically inactive students
Authors: Trtak Namik , Kaljić Eldad , Jaganjac Amila
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Anthropometry is a method of anthropology that refers to the measuring and testing the human body and to the relationship between the size of its individual parts.The task of anthropometry is as accurately as possible quantitatively characterize the morphological features of the human body.Measurements are made due to the anthropometric points which can be: fixed (standard on the site of prominence) and virtual (change due to the bodyposition). Goals of research: To evaluate the impact of basketball on the growth and development of seventeen years old adolescents and prevention of deformities of the spinal column and chest.Methods: The study included 40 respondents. Criteria for inclusion: male respondents aged 17 years who played basketball for more than one year, male respondents aged 17 years who are physically inactive. Criteria for exclusion: female respondents, respondents who played basketball for less than one year, respondents who are engaged in some other sport professionally or recreationally, respondents younger and olderthan 17 years. In the study,there were made measurements of thorax scope in the axillary and mamilar level, measurements of body weight and height and measurements of Body mass index.Results of research: Out of 40 respondents 20 are basketball players and 20 physically inactive. Compared to the average value between the two groups of respondents certain differences were observed, which aremost noticeable in body weight (basketball players had more weigh about, 5 kg on average) and height (basketball players are taller, about 7 cm on average). During the anthropometric measurements of thoraxdeformities of the spinal column have been observed which affect the deformation of the thorax. Of the 20 players one has a deformity of the spinal column, and out of the same number of physically inactive studentseven 12 have deformed spine.Conclusion: Basketball has a positive effect on the proper growth and development of adolescents.
Is it possible to determine firearm calibre and shooting range from the examination of gunshot residue in close range gunshot wounds? An experimental study
Authors: Gradaščević Anisa , Resić Emina , Sarajlić Nermin , Franjić Bruno , Salkić Arif , Džuzdanović-Pašalić Amira
Published: February 2015

Introduction: The aim of the study was determining the type of weapon and shooting distance depending on chemical analysis of inorganic gunshot residue from the skin gunshot wounds in experimental animals (pigs).Methods: Experimental study was conducted in order to determine components and their percentage in gunshot residue (GSR). In 60 samples, pig skin was shot by fi ring projectiles from four different weapons and from three different distances (contact wound and near contact wound from 5 cm and 10 cm). The methodology included determining the presence of inorganic material: antimony, barium, lead, nickel, zinc and copper in the skin and subcutaneous tissue using atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS).Results: Formula for determining weapon type was provided cutt-off points for different weapons, with 78.6% of original grouped cases being correctly classifi ed. Formula for determining weapon type was provided cutt-off points for different distances, with 58.9% of original grouped cases being correctly classified, which was slightly less reliable compared to weapon type discrimination analysis.Conclusion: The presented study showed that chemical analysis of GSR in entrance wound with AAS could be useful in determining the type of weapon, as well as the shooting distance, i.e. in our study, determiningwhether the wound is contact or near contact. This could be particularly useful in postmortally putrefi ed or charred bodies with gunshot wounds.
Air pollution by nitrogen oxides in Sarajevo from 2005 to 2010
Authors: Habeš Suad , Obradović Zarema , Ridžal Aida , Aldžić Asmir
Published: February 2015

Introduction: Air pollution occurs when the concentration of certain substances (pollutants) reaches a size which causes its toxicity, or in other words, begins to cause harm to human health, fl ora and wildlife.Methods: Measurements were performed in the period from 2005 to 2010, at the measuring point Bjelave-Sarajevo by the method of Griess-Saltzmann. It encompasses the following parameters: NO, NO2, NOx, measured concentrations of pollutants in the atmosphere reduced to normal atmospheric conditions of 293 K (Kelvin) and pressure of 101.3 kPa (kilopascal).Results: NO concentration in the period from 2005 to 2008 was above the permitted value, but the results of research in the period between 2009 and 2010, have shown that there was a decrease in NO concentration in the atmosphere. Measurements show that the concentration of this pollutant is currently declining, which is a positive result compared to the pollution of the atmosphere by nitrogen monoxide. Furthermore, the results of the research showed that the concentration of NO2 for the period of 2005 to 2010, is in the limited values, and that has a decreasing trend, which is also a positive result compared to the pollution of the atmosphere by nitrogen dioxide. Related to the total concentration of NOx in the atmosphere, the results of the research show that their representation corresponds to the limit values existing in the Rulebook on limit values for air quality.Conclusion: The results of the research for the pollution of the atmosphere by nitrogen oxides in the investigated area show that the amount of nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere is in constant decline.