bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Clinical characteristics of sialadenosis in patients with omegapenia before and after treatment
Authors: Afanasjev Vasiliy V. , Tseloev Magomed M.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Sialadenoses are often diagnosed as concomitant with certain human diseases. At the initial disease stage, it is not always possible to establish the causative pathological process. Omega-3 fatty acids have great effects on humans. The most important omega-3 fatty acids are actively involved in the metabolism, are the building materials of cells, and help in the prevention of certain diseases. AIM: The omega-3 levels in 20 patients were examined. Moreover, levels of omega-3 in 20 patients with sialadenosis were measured before and after treatment with omega-3 to determine the functional activity of the salivary glands depending on the concentrations in the tissues. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid is the collective name of several fatty acids; although they are not synthesized in the right quantities in humans, they are necessary for maintaining health. The most important omega-3 fatty acids are actively involved in the metabolism and help in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, depression, and impaired tissue microcirculation, substantially affecting the human body. RESULTS: The omega-3 index before treatment was significantly reduced in all patients with sialadenosis, and it significantly increased (p 0.001) after treatment in both women and men. Moreover, the secretory function of the salivary glands significantly improved, the viscosity decreased, and the pH of the mixed saliva was restored. CONCLUSION: The results of this study revealed normalization of the omega-3 index level in the erythrocyte membrane after treatment with omega-3, improvement of the secretory activity of the salivary glands, reduction of viscosity, and restoration of the pH of mixed saliva.
Comparative analysis of dental micromobility at the stages of orthodontic dental protrusion treatment in patients with healthy periodontium and generalized periodontitis of moderate severity
Authors: Evnevich Kirill A.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Literature data revealed that the prevalence of periodontal diseases in all age groups is high, at 90%95%. The inflammatory processes in the periodontal tissues have a multifactorial nature. The application of a small force while correcting dentofacial anomalies and deformities is necessary to achieve the desired results and to preserve physiological processes in the periodontium in case of bone resorption and alveolar process bone formation at the stages of correction.
AIM: To assess dental mobility dynamics according to periotestometry data in patients with chronic generalized periodontitis of moderate severity and protrusion of the anterior teeth at the stages of orthodontic treatment.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: A total of 70 patients aged 3544 years with generalized periodontitis of moderate severity, complete dentition, absence of orthopedic structures, and protrusion of incisors without general somatic diseases were examined and treated. Dental micromobility was assessed using the periotest apparatus prior to orthodontic treatment, at the stage of eliminating gaps and after removing the bracket system.
RESULTS: The dental micromobility increased after the application of the braces, but in group 2 with generalized periodontitis of moderate severity, it was by 2.67 times higher. Anterior teeth position stabilization lead to a gradual decrease (stabilization) in periotestometry indicators. In group 2 b using a low-force traction, this process was more intensive.
CONCLUSION: The dynamics of periotestometry indicators at the stages of orthodontic treatment of dental protrusion in the presence of generalized periodontitis of moderate severity indicates the formation of favorable conditions in the periodontium for the mobility of the teeth using low-force traction.
Microcirculation of the salivary glands in patients with sialadenosis and hypogonadism before and after treatment
Authors: Tseloev Magomed M. , Afanasjev Vasiliy V.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Sialadenoses are often diagnosed as concomitant with certain human diseases. At the initial disease stage, it is not always possible to establish the causative pathological process. Omega-3 fatty acids have great effects on humans. The most important Omega-3 fatty acids are actively involved in the metabolism, are the building materials of cells, and help in the prevention of certain diseases.
AIM: The Omega-3 levels in 20 patients were examined. Moreover, levels of Omega-3 in 20 patients with sialadenosis were measured before and after treatment with Omega-3 to determine the functional activity of the salivary glands depending on the concentrations in the tissues.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: Polyunsaturated Omega-3 fatty acid is the collective name of several fatty acids; although they are not synthesized in the right quantities in humans, they are necessary for maintaining health. The most important Omega-3 fatty acids are actively involved in the metabolism and help in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, depression, and impaired tissue microcirculation, substantially affecting the human body.
RESULTS: The Omega-3 index before treatment was significantly reduced in all patients with sialadenosis, and it significantly increased (p 0.001) after treatment in both women and men. Moreover, the secretory function of the salivary glands significantly improved, the viscosity decreased, and the pH of the mixed saliva was restored.
CONCLUSION: The results of this study revealed normalization of the Omega-3 index level in the erythrocyte membrane after treatment with Omega-3, improvement of the secretory activity of the salivary glands, reduction of viscosity, and restoration of the pH of mixed saliva.
Restoration of the contact surfaces and contact points of the posterior teeth from the practical dentists’ point of view: A questionnaire survey
Authors: Nikolaev Aleksandr I. , Shashmurina Viktoriya R. , Ginali Arseniy N. , Permyakova Anastasiya V.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Increasing the efficiency of the restoration of the contact surfaces of the posterior teeth by considering age-related characteristics in performing direct aesthetic restoration with composite materials remains an urgent task of modern dentistry, requiring a comprehensive analysis of existing problems.
AIM: To assess the attitude of practitioners to the restoration of the contact points of the lateral teeth by direct composite restoration and the level of their practical and theoretical preparedness.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: A survey of 376 practical dentists conducting therapeutic reception of adult patients (therapeutic dentistry and general dentistry) was conducted: 238 dentists took part in the face-to-face survey and 138 dentists in the online survey.
RESULT: The restoration of the contact points during the treatment of patients with caries of the contact surfaces of the lateral teeth by direct composite restoration causes significant difficulties for practical dentists: 70.42.36% (p 0.005) of the respondents feel uncertain about the success of this manipulation, 14.41.77% regularly experience problems while performing this manipulation, 18.11.98% noted frequent or constant dissatisfaction with the results of their work after the restoration of the contact points of the posterior teeth, 76.22.19% (p 0.005) have information about age-related changes in the shape and topography of the contact points, 46.52.57% indicated the absence of methods and tools that allow to reproduce in clinical conditions the age-related features of the shape and topography of contact points, and 72.92.29% (p 0.005) prefer, if possible, not to take responsibility for the final outcomes of this manipulation.
CONCLUSION: Studies aimed at developing methods for restoring the age characteristics of contact points in treating patients with caries on the contact surfaces of the posterior teeth using aesthetic restoration with composite materials are necessary.
Formation of the interdental papilla by surgical method
Authors: Babanina Anastasia A. , Dorzhieva Maria Yu. , Runova Galina S. , Revazova Zalina E. , Daurova Fatima Yu. , Tomaeva Diana I.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: The loss of interdental gingival papillae or the presence of black triangles between the teeth is one of the important problems in aesthetic dentistry, along with the loss of teeth and violation of the integrity of the hard tissues of the tooth. These patients have aesthetic, phonetic disorders, and it is also possible that food gets stuck between the teeth, which causes discomfort in the oral cavity and leads to periodontal diseases. Currently, an increasing percentage of people with orthopedic structures have a recession of the interdental gum. To improve the predicted result, it is necessary to approach this problem in an interdisciplinary way.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: The search for publications was conducted in four electronic databases: Pubmed, Google search, eLibrary and dissercat from 2006 to 2021. 157 full-text publications were analyzed, of which 40 publications were included in the systematic review.
RESULTS: According to various studies, the restoration of the lost interdental papilla varies from 1.68 to 5 mm. Complete restoration of the interdental papilla occurs when using microsurgical methods of restoration of the interdental gum. The least injury to soft tissues leads to the best results and reduces the risk of complications.
CONCLUSION: Restoration of the interdental papilla is a complex surgical manipulation where microsurgical instruments must be used. Any rupture or excessive injury of the isthmus of the interdental papilla leads to a violation of blood supply, which leads to necrosis of the graft and aesthetic dissatisfaction.
Dental health as a factor of provoking carcinogenesis
Authors: Panferova Olga I. , Kudasova Ekaterina O. , Kochurova Ekaterina V. , Nikolenko Vladimir N.
Published: July 2022

The review discusses the association between dental health and squamous cell carcinoma of the oral mucosa. Studies for the last few years from the databases of PubMed, MedLine, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Global Health, CyberLeninka, and eLibrary.Ru were analyzed. Literature sources taken for the review are indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, and RSCI. The causal relationship between the lack of oral sanitation, bad habits, unhealthy lifestyle, oral mucosa damage, microbiome changes, and presence of tumor pathology was considered. Poor-quality dental treatment can cause an oncological burden, and unhygienic sanitation of the cavity is a significant predictor of the occurrence of tumor pathology of the maxillofacial region.
Suicidological analysis of Moscow and Saint Petersburg in the context of the pandemic
Authors: Rozanov Vsevolod A. , Semenova Natalia V. , Vuks Alexandr Ja. , Freize Victoria V. , Malyshko Larisa V. , Kostyuk Georgy P. , Isakov Vladimir D. , Yagmurov Orazmurad D. , Sofronov Alexandr G. , Neznanov Nikolay G.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Suicide mortality in Moscow and St. Petersburg the two most populated federal cities of Russia is not characterized enough. However, these cities have been mostly affected by the pandemic. AIM: To analyze the latest trends in suicidal behavior in the historic capitals of Russia in an observational study, taking into account pandemic waves. METHODS: The monthly numbers of suicides (date of death, sex, age, and method), and number of cases in Moscow (n=1558) and St. Petersburg (n=2077) from January 01, 2016, to September 30, 2021, were used to calculate frequencies per 100,000 and to analyze tendencies across sex and age groups. Statistics were based on Z-criterion, and confidence intervals were calculated as per Wilson. RESULTS: Moscow and St. Petersburg belong to regions with suicide rates lower than the world average rates. Suicide mortality in both capitals was declining, but was more pronounced in Moscow. In St. Petersburg, the average rate was 3.28 higher, with 3.53 times in men and 2.84 times higher in women. The male-to-female ratio in St. Petersburg was also higher than that in Moscow (3.39:1 versus 2.87:1). In both cities, the highest rates were found among citizens aged 80 years, and the rates in young and adults (aged 2049 years) are also high. Those aged 6069 years have comparatively low rates. After a brief decline in the suicide rates during the first quarantine period in 2021, the decline in Moscow stopped, whereas in St. Petersburg, a gradual increase began, reaching significant levels among men in September. The most traditional method of self-harm (hanging) decreased, whereas the proportion of falls from a height increased (38.8% growth), as well as self-poisoning and self-cutting. A more detailed analysis of the urban method of suicide such as falling from a height revealed that in 2021, in St. Petersburg, a category of persons emerged among whom this method has grown dramatically (five times) in men aged 60 years. CONCLUSIONS: Suicides among the urbanized population of the largest metropolitan areas in Russia during the pandemic demonstrate trends that raise concerns, and the structure of mortality and methods of self-harm are changing. Further monitoring and intensification of preventive measures are needed, especially in St. Petersburg.
Physiotherapy in patients with degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine in the presence of vertebral hemangioma
Authors: Titov Alexander A. , Grushina Tatyana I.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: In the arsenal of a physiotherapist, there are many methods of non-drug rehabilitation. As contraindications to their use, spinal neoplasms, benign formations with a tendency to growth are indicated, among other things. At the same time, there is no data in the literature on contraindications to physiotherapy in the presence of non-aggressive vertebral hemangioma. As well as there are no scientific studies with a proven absence of a negative effect on the course of this tumor.
AIMS: scientific substantiation of the use of physical methods of treatment of patients with degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine in the presence of non-aggressive vertebral hemangioma.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: The study involved 154 patients with degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine and non-aggressive vertebral hemangioma. 94 patients were analyzed retrospectively, 60 took part in a prospective study. The following methods of physical therapy were used in the treatment of all patients: magnetotherapy, electrotherapy, physical therapy and massage. All patients underwent computer or magnetic resonance imaging of the spine before the start of treatment and 1 year after the end of treatment with an assessment of the presence or absence of hemangioma growth in dynamics.
RESULTS: In 94 patients with degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine in combination with non-aggressive vertebral hemangioma, who received various methods of physiotherapy, a different proportion of cases of increase in the size of vertebral hemangioma was noted upon repeated examination after 1 year. At the same time, in no case did the vertebral hemangioma acquire signs of aggressiveness. The minimum frequency of increasing the size of vertebral hemangioma was noted in patients after magnetic therapy, therapeutic gymnastics and massage. As a result of the use of magnetotherapy, electrotherapy, therapeutic gymnastics and massage in 60 patients, the growth of vertebral hemangioma was detected only in 1 case.
CONCLUSION: In patients with degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine, local low-frequency electrotherapy, magnetic therapy, physical therapy and therapeutic back massage did not significantly affect the frequency of cases of increase in the size of vertebral hemangioma. The possibility of using other methods of physiotherapy in the treatment of patients with degenerative-dystrophic processes of the spine in the presence of non-aggressive vertebral hemangioma requires further research.
General magnetic therapy and electrostatic field after radical surgical treatment of breast cancer at the 1st stage of medical rehabilitation
Authors: Evstigneeva Inna S.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Various methods of physical therapy have been proposed for the rehabilitation of patients with breast cancer. However, a staged approach to prescribing physiotherapeutic factors in the early period after surgical treatment of breast cancer has not been developed enough.
AIMS: to develop a staged approach to the appointment of physiotherapeutic factors at different times after surgical treatment of breast cancer.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Examination and treatment of 64 patients aged 30 to 70 years after surgical treatment for breast cancer were carried out. All patients underwent medical rehabilitation: individual exercise therapy, balanstherapy, sessions with a medical psychologist, course exposure to an alternating low-frequency electrostatic field and general magnetotherapy. The main group consisted of 33 patients who underwent a 2-stage course of medical rehabilitation: the 1st course on days 24 after the operation and the 2nd course after 11.5 months against the background of adjuvant radiation therapy. The control group 31 women, underwent physiotherapy placebo procedures.
RESULTS: I was found that two-stage physical rehabilitation improves the quality of life, reduces swelling, increases the range of motion, decreases pain, decreases the number of postoperative complications, and shortens the duration of lymphorrhea.
CONCLUSION: The inclusion of exposure to an alternating low-frequency electrostatic field and general magnetotherapy in the early stages (24 days) and 11.5 months after surgical treatment has broad functionality and allows you to obtain a pronounced functional and stable clinical result.
Application of suspension systems with rigid elastic elements in the physical rehabilitation of patients with amputation defects of the lower extremities
Authors: Bolotov Denis D. , Starikov Sergey M. , Zakharova Yana N.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Exercise on suspension systems (gravitational neuromuscular activation) is a highly effective means of physical rehabilitation for patients with various pathologies. Modernization of these products through the use of rigid elastic slings or equipping standard simulators with elastic elements expands the capabilities of this type of equipment, allows you to master new types of exercises, positively affecting the strength, tone and endurance of muscle groups.
AIMS: to study the impact of the inclusion of suspension systems with rigid elastic elements (slings) in physical rehabilitation programs for patients with amputation stumps at the hip level.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: Twelve patients were tested before and after repeated prosthetics in the conditions of the FB MSE Clinic, which, due to the use of suspension systems, including elastic elements, not only increased strength, endurance and coordination relationships of muscles, but also changed the structure of their walking. The active part of the course of physical rehabilitation with the inclusion of suspension systems with elastic elements was less than two weeks. Setting the patient the task of increasing the speed of movement on the prosthesis in the long term, in the near future we focused exclusively on the correctness of the step structure and subjective sensations.
RESULTS: The technical improvement of suspension systems due to elastic elements increases the convenience of their use, the speed of mastering by patients and the degree of efficiency, determining a high percentage of achieving the planned result. Inclusion in the course of training on the simulator with the use of elastic slings allows the patient to master and confidently perform various complexly coordinated movements, including squats, to participate in new types of game activities, which contributes to an increase in his adaptation and socialization in society. Subjectively, patients note greater strength of muscle groups that have undergone additional stress on these systems, improved coordination of movements and endurance when walking on a prosthesis as a whole, as well as a sense of "correctness" of walking, which is confirmed by clinical examination methods and the results of biomechanical tests (increased pace and speed of walking with a decrease in the duration of the step cycle).
CONCLUSIONS: Suspension systems are most useful for the prevention and elimination of atrophy of the muscles that support the movement of the pelvic girdle, in comparison with conventional dynamic training and walking on a prosthesis. Modifications of suspension systems by including elastic elements in them allow functional training not only using static, but also dynamic exercises, expanding their application possibilities in medical and complex rehabilitation, adaptive physical culture and adaptive sports.
A study of the quality of knowledge about child autism among doctors of different specialties planning to work in the field of physical and rehabilitation medicine
Authors: Zaytseva Tatiana N. , Gerasimenko Marina Yu.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: In recent decades, a steady increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders around the world has been reported. It is known that autism spectrum disorders requires early diagnosis and medical intervention. By identifying the risks of autism spectrum disorders, doctors can help the child and family get qualified help as soon as possible. Given the variety of functional disorders in autism spectrum disorders, these patients require special rehabilitation programs and therefore physicians planning work in the field of physical therapy and medical rehabilitation should be oriented in this problem.
AIMS: To determine the level of awareness of the problem of autism spectrum disorders among doctors of different specialties planning to work in the field of physical and rehabilitation medicine.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: A survey was conducted on the KCAHW questionnaire of 105 doctors of 8 medical specialties who underwent primary retraining in the cycle "Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine" at the Department of Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine and Medical Rehabilitation of the Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education.
RESULTS: According to the results of filling out the KCAHW questionnaire, the median of correct answers was 14 [7; 19] out of 19 possible, which is the average value of the level of knowledge about autism spectrum disorders. Our research shows that there is a lack of knowledge in the relationship between autism and epilepsy and mental retardation, as well as the relationship between the disease and poor nutrition. Among the respondents, there was also a misunderstanding about the age of the child at which the first signs of autism spectrum disorders can be suspected: 60 (57.1%) of the survey participants correctly determined that autism begins in childhood, 35 (33.3%) of the surveyed doctors believed that autism occurs in infancy, and 10 (9.5%) people indicated the neonatal period.
CONCLUSION: The KCAHW questionnaire is a reliable tool for assessing health care providers' knowledge of childhood autism. The conducted research allows us to conclude that doctors are not sufficiently knowledgeable in the field of knowledge about autism spectrum disorders. The totality of all the respondents' answers indicates the importance of additional information about modern research on the problem of autism spectrum disorders for all doctors planning further work in the field of physical and rehabilitation medicine.
Combined use of combined laser therapy and autologous plasma with cells in patients with post-acne atrophic scars
Authors: Talibova Aliya P. , Gryazeva Natalia V.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: The formation of atrophic post-acne scars often leads patients to severe psychological depression and social exclusion. To date, many post-acne treatment options have been described, in particular fractional non-ablative laser resurfacing, exposure to platelet-rich plasma, but there is still no standard line of therapy.
AIMS: to study the effectiveness of combined therapy with neodymium (Nd:YAG) and erbium (Er:YAG) lasers and autologous platelet-rich plasma in patients with various phenotypes of atrophic post-acne scars.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: The study involved patients (n=58) over the age of 18 with different types (cleaved, rectangular, navicular) of atrophic post-acne scars, who were divided into 2 groups depending on the method of therapy. Group 1A (n=28) received phototherapy using combined exposure to neodymium (Nd:YAG) and erbium (Er:YAG) lasers; Group 1B patients (n=30) were treated with autologous platelet-rich plasma immediately after laser treatment.
To assess the effectiveness of therapy, the Manchester scale of scar deformities was used according to five indicators ― color, texture, relief, displacement of surrounding tissues, density (MSS) and the International Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS). Indicators of skin elasticity in the foci of atrophy were determined using cutometry; epidermal-dermal structure (thickness, echogenicity) was assessed by ultrasound. The clinical picture was assessed before and after treatment.
RESULTS: The effectiveness of therapy was confirmed by the dynamics of symptoms on the MSS scale, in particular, an improvement in the "color" indicators by 54.8% in group 1A, by 83.7% in group 1B, "texture" ― by 57.1 and 78.1%, "relief" ― by 43.8 and 66.7%, "displacement" ― by 54.9 and 82.1%, respectively. The proportion of patients with an optimal result according to GAIS in group 1A was 50%, in group 1B ― 90%; with a significant improvement ― 50 and 10%, respectively. Cutometry and ultrasound data also showed better results in the autologous platelet-rich plasma supplemented group.
CONCLUSION: Thus, complex treatment, including the use of combined laser therapy (erbium and neodymium lasers) and autologous plasma with cells, is a highly effective method for the treatment of atrophic post-acne scars.
Evaluation of the effectiveness of a combination of incoherent broadband light (IPL) and low doses of systemic isotretinoin compared with monotherapy with standard doses of isotretinoin in patients with acne
Authors: Kolodiy Anastasia A. , Gryazeva Natalia V. , Kruglova Maria S.
Published: July 2022

BACKGROUND: Long-term experience of clinical use of isotretinoin for acne indicates that it has a good safety and efficacy profile; however, against the background of taking standard doses of isotretinoin, pronounced adverse events that are dose-dependent are noted. Therefore, the search for new combined treatment regimens that reduce the dose of isotretinoin is an urgent task.
AIMS: The aim of our work was to evaluate the effectiveness of a combination of incoherent broadband light (IPL) and low doses of systemic isotretinoin (0.10.3 mg/kg of body weight per day) compared with monotherapy with standard doses of isotretinoin (0.51 mg/kg of body weight per day) in patients with acne.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: During the study, the dermatological status of patients was assessed taking into account the dermatological index GSS (Global Severity Scog), dermatological acne index (DIA), IGA scale (Investigator's Global Assessment). For a comparative analysis of the impact of various techniques on the quality of life, a high-valid quality of life index (HQIQ) was used. Dermatological status and quality of life were assessed in patients before and after 6 months of therapy. 12 months after the end of therapy, patients were invited to the clinic to identify delayed relapses.
RESULTS: Evaluating the overall results of treatment of patients with moderate severity of acne by isotretinone monotherapy and combination therapy with low doses of isotretinoin and broadband incoherent light, the effectiveness of both methods can be noted, however, according to the global severity scale (GSS), clinical remission was significantly more often observed in the combination therapy group compared with the motor therapy group (88 and 74%, respectively, p 0.05). In addition, no relapses were detected after 12 months in the combination therapy group, and adverse events caused by the use of isotretionine were also less frequent.
CONCLUSION: Thus, the combination therapy of acne with low doses of isotretinoin and broadband incoherent light is more effective.
Physical rehabilitation of elderly patients with acute cerebrovascular accident. Literature review
Authors: Martsiyash Alexey A. , Moses Vadim G. , Moses Kira B. , Lastochkina Lilia A.
Published: July 2022

A sharp increase in life expectancy over the past century has led to a significant increase in demand for long-term medical and social care.
With aging, the reactivity of the body to the effects of the external environment changes, in particular, a decrease in resistance to pathogenic factors. Older people have chronic diseases (cardiovascular system, respiratory and digestive organs, central nervous system, joints, organs of vision and hearing, as well as diabetes, oncological diseases, etc.) that reduce physical and social activity.
Vascular diseases of the brain remain one of the most acute medical and social problems that cause enormous damage to society. A special place among them is occupied by cerebral stroke due to the high mortality rate, significant disability and social maladaptation of elderly patients. According to modern data, at least 1/3 of stroke patients develop motor function disorders on average. These disorders significantly worsen the daily functioning of the quality of life.
The aim of rehabilitation of elderly patients who have suffered a stroke is to return the patient to active social and household activities, create optimal conditions for his active participation in society and, ultimately, improve the quality of life of both the patient and his relatives. The task of psychological and physical recovery, social and labor adaptation of post-stroke patients is most successfully solved in the system of complex multidisciplinary rehabilitation. The lack of timely restorative treatment leads to irreversible anatomical and functional changes and a violation of the psychoemotional status of a person.
Evidence has been provided that physical rehabilitation measures for elderly patients can significantly improve the indicators of physical, mental and social functioning without increasing the risk of undesirable effects. Successful and safe interventions have made it possible to achieve the goal of rehabilitation, increasing the functional status of elderly patients and independence in everyday life, as well as reducing the burden of the disease for both the individual and his family and society as a whole.
A Conceptual Case for Understanding Fashion Retail In the Age of Hypermodernity & Storytelling
Authors:   , Chen Junyi , Hancock Joseph , Nicholas Diana S.
Published: July 2022

Today's era can be described as a hypermodern society characterized by movement, fluidity, and flexibility. Moving past postmodern, a significant part of hypermodern is the computer age, especially social media, and the role it places in influencing such consumer goods as Fashion. Understanding how areas such as Fashion, merchandising, and the contextualization of products is being shaped and influenced by this notion of hypermodern, especially with the area of hype culture is crucial. With regards to technology, the computer, social media, and the market environment, current notions of retailtainment for creating Hype have become key in such areas where drops have been created. An objective of this researcher is to demonstrate how the shift from postmodern to hypermodern, especially in the area of Hype, has allowed fashion companies to build reputations for limited editions, sell out of products in literally seconds, while at the same time increasing their production which contradicts and negate the ideas of this exclusivity. The study looks at the changes in retailing in the context of the current (Hype)rmodern context. Theoretical underpinnings of how merchandising could change and the methods in which the Internet and social media have impacted mass Fashion will be addressed. Social changes through virtual methods that retailers could use to entertain consumers through retailtainment are assessed, understanding the future of Fashion reflecting Hypermodernity and shopping.
Impact of Hearing Loss and Universal Face Masking on Communication and Accessibility in the COVID-19 Era and beyond.
Authors: Hulzen Richard , Fabry David
Published: July 2022

During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, health and government officials encouraged community-wide face mask wearing (i.e., universal masking) to reduce potential pre-symptomatic or asymptomatic transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) to others. Universal face mask use, in combination with physical distancing, while effective, also places considerable burden on communication, particularly for those with hearing loss. This manuscript provides evidence of the impact on speech audibility provided by facemask type, increased physical distance (>2 m), and background noise.
Effects of Vitamin D in the Prophylaxis and Treatment of COVID-19: A Systematic Review
Authors: Barbalho sandra , Sloan Katia , Sloan Lance , Goulart Ricardo , Quesada Karina , Laurindo Lucas , Zutin Tereza , Bechara Marcelo
Published: July 2022

Despite the possible effects of Vitamin D (VD) in decreasing the risk of infections and mortality in some viral diseases, the role of therapeutic VD supplementation in individuals infected with COVID is still obscure. This article reviews the possible effects of VD on COVID-19 severity. MEDLINE–PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochran were searched following PRISMA guidelines. Some studies have reported that VD does not seem to augment the immunogenicity of seasonal vaccines, nor does it significantly reduce the incidence or duration of upper respiratory tract infection, although others have. The reason for not getting a positive or significant difference may be due to inadequate VD treatment levels, and VD may not be that important in immunized individuals with adaptive immunity. VD deficiency is most prevalent in the elderly, obese, men, ethnic minorities with darker skin, people with diabetes, hypertension, and in nursing homes or institutionalized. These are individuals that are at increased risk of severe consequences of COVID-19 such as acute respiratory distress syndrome with the need for mechanical ventilation and death. Perhaps supplementation of VD to adequate VD levels will improve the inflammatory reaction and modulate a faster patient recovery with decreased morbidity and mortality.
Associations Between Sleep Quality and Metabolic Syndrome in a Brazilian Population: A Primary and Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Salles Marina , Garcia Nataly , Laurindo Lucas , Scanavacca Angiseli , Ezídio Karla , Tofano Ricardo , Detregiachi Cláudia , Haber Jesselina , Marconatto Mara , Barbalho Sandra , Quesada Karina
Published: July 2022

Poor sleep quality can affect cardiovascular health and is considered a significant risk factor for the development of risk factors for Metabolic syndrome (MetS). This study aimed to investigate possible associations between sleep quality measured by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and the MetS. This was a cross-sectional that comprised data from 208 patients. Biochemical and anthropometric parameters were assessed. The identification of MetS was performed according to the International Diabetes Federation guidelines. The quantitative variables were described with the support of the BioEstat 5.3 software. To assess the association of the studied variables with the diagnosis of MetS, the Mann-Whitney and Chi-square (n x n) statistical tests were used. The level of significance considered was 5%. According to the International Diabetes Federation criteria, 111 (53,36%) men and women presented MetS. There were no statically significant differences between the groups with or without sleep disorders and the values of waist circumference (p=0.6996), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels (p=0.7940), triglycerides levels (p=0.8703), blood pressure values (p= 0.9851, and p=0.9795 for systolic and diastolic blood pressure, respectively), and glycemia (p=0.5351). Eighty-eight volunteers (42%) presented sleep quality dysfunction, with the highest proportion observed among individuals affected by MetS (p=0.0019). Our results indicate an association between sleep quality and the prevalence of MetS . Therefore, sleep quality could be evaluated in patients with MetS so that the therapeutic strategy would not be limited to the intervention in biochemical and anthropometric factors.
An overview of genetically modified foods: agreement, challenges and assessment of safety
Authors: Alikord Mahsa , Pirhadi Mohadeseh , Shokri Samira , Shariatifar Nabi
Published: July 2022

The technology of genetically modified (GM) can overwhelm agricultural and nutritional difficulties in the food industry, food safety and security by increasing resistance to pests and herbicides, drought tolerance, rapid ripening and ultimately increasing yield and food quality. However, in the last few decades, significant dangers of GM foods to humans, animals, and the environment have been identified. Nevertheless, there is insufficient scientific evidence to prove the harmful effects of these foods on human and animal health. In this article, several advantages and disadvantages of this technology are reviewed. Therefore, it is necessary to perform all the requested risk assessments before releasing any GM product and next post-release checking to track probable gene flow and limit any possible contamination of the food chain catastrophe. Therefore, the safe use of this technology, in compliance with all protocols of environmental health and safety assessment at the national and international levels are demanded.
Molecular surveillance of non-O157 Shiga toxigenic Escherichia coli in selected chicken abattoirs and retail outlets in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Ayoade Femi , Oguzie Judith , Akano Kazeem , Olumade Testimony , Eromon Philomena , Odesola Kanyinsola , Folarin Onikepe , Happi Christian
Published: July 2022

Three selected chicken abattoirs and two retail locations were studied to determine the frequency of occurrence and profile for Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) strains present in abattoirs and retail (frozen) chicken carcasses in Osun state, Nigeria. Samples were plated on Eosin Methylene Blue agar for the presence of E. coli. Furthermore, the isolates were confirmed serologically as non-O157 STEC using latex agglutination serotyping kit. Multiplex PCR was used to check for specific virulence factors in the isolated E. coli strains. The mean colony count results showed that effluent water samples from the Ikirun slaughter slab type abattoir were the highest at 25 cfu/ml. A post hoc comparison showed that this value was significantly higher than that of the slaughtering table at Oluode-1 (P = 0.04) and retail chicken meat samples at Igbona (P = 0.01). The results show that chicken abattoirs are poor reservoirs of STEC. Moreover, the results from this study showing that the stx2-producing strains that are more prone to cause hemolytic uremic syndrome is the predominant strain in the study area is worrisome. These results underscore the improper hygiene practices of the abattoir workers combined with inadequate waste management and biological waste disposal systems. It is recommended that regulatory bodies in this locality should focus on ensuring the upgrade of biological waste disposal from these abattoirs in order to limit spread of potentially virulent pathogens into the runoff and ground water.
The content and dietary exposure of Malondialdehyde in industrial and traditional ice cream fats
Authors: Sadighara Parisa , Shahbazi Razieh , Zirak Mohammad Reza , Mohamadi Sara , Karami Leila , Zomorodian Nooshin , Abedini Amirhossein
Published: July 2022

Lipid oxidation is an undesirable reaction that produces unwanted and harmful compounds, including malondialdehyde (MDA). Ice cream has a considerable amount of fat; therefore, it is sensitive to lipid oxidation. The primary purpose of this study was to determine the lipid oxidation level in traditional and pasteurized ice creams. The traditional ice cream and various brands of pasteurized ice cream samples were collected. The amount of MDA was measured by the TBARS method, and dietary exposure to MDA was calculated. MDA level in the traditional samples were lower than in pasteurized ice creams, however it was not significant (p>0.05). The level of lipid oxidation was different in the brands A, B, and C. The highest and lowest levels of MDA were found in brand A and brand C, respectively. The value of estimated dietary intake was calculated as 4.251 µg/Kg. This study showed that the amount of MDA could be very different in branded samples. Furthermore, the dietary intake of MDA is considerable. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a standard regarding the permissible level of MDA in ice cream.
The risk of Campylobacter jejuni and Campylobacter coli associated with the consumption of fresh camel milk in Qatar
Authors: Mohammed Hussni Omar , Peters Kenlyn , Nunez Irene Rojas , Salem Ahmed , Doiphode Sanjay , Sultan Ali
Published: July 2022

Campylobacter spp. are among the ten top leading causes of foodborne diseases around the world and are capable of triggering severe gastroenteritis with potential for severe sequelae. Fresh camel milk is one of the most common hospitality gestures among certain cultures. We investigated the potential risk of illness from the consumption of camel milk contaminated with Campylobacter spp. in Qatar and identified critical intervention points that would contribute to mitigating its consequences. Quantitative risk assessment (QRA) methodology with a combination of deterministic and stochastic approaches was employed to address this objective. Data on the likelihood of either C. jejuni or C. coli in camel milk or in humans was obtained through repeat cross-sectional studies in these populations in Qatar. Estimates of the adverse health effects were computed using risk characterization which integrated data on the hazard, the probability of exposure, and dose-response models. Our analyses showed that the probability of illness for a healthy female from the consumption of camel milk contaminated with C. jejuni ranged from 5 x 10-3 to 24 x 10-2 depending on the amount of milk consumed. The risk of illness for males was higher (13 x 10-3 to 30 x 10-2). The estimates of illness were three times higher for immunocompromised females in comparison to healthy females. Immunocompromised males had five-times higher risk of illness in comparison to healthy men. The computed risk of illness from consumption of camel milk contaminated with either C. jejuni or C. coli could be significantly mitigated by increasing the efficacy of sterilizing or pasteurization before serving.
Status of aflatoxin B1 in rice and rice products from Jhapa district of Nepal
Authors: Acharya Dev Raj , Dhakal Lekhraj , Thapa Santosh
Published: July 2022

Occurrence of aflatoxin in staple food products is a serious threat to public health. This study was aimed to determine the level of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) contamination in rice and rice products produced in Jhapa, a major rice producing area of the country. A total of 108 samples including paddy, rice and rice products (4 varieties each) were collected and the amount of AFB1 in them was analyzed using Bio-Shield B1 5 ELISA test. The major varieties of paddy cultivatedwere Ranjit (26.61%), Sarana (22.22%), NR-2167 (13.89%) and Sukkha variety (5.56%). Fungal attack, color change and unwanted odor were major problems incurred during paddy storage while fungal attack and appearance of lumps were major problems during rice storage. About 76.92% respondents were unaware of good agricultural practices and 87% of them had no idea about aflatoxins. Through ELISA, it was found that paddy, rice and rice products had a mean AFB1 content of 1.43, 1.41 and 1.64 μg/kg respectively, and the contamination levels differed significantly among different varieties of the samples. Ranjit variety of paddy, rice as well as beaten rice had the highest level of contamination among paddy, rice and rice product samples respectively. All the samples had AFB1 concentration below the standards set by Nepal Government as well as World Health Organization. But 1 sample of Sukkha paddy, 3 samples of Ranjit paddy, 1 sample of Mansoori rice, 3 samples of Ranjit rice, 3 samples of Ranjit beaten rice and 3 samples of Mansoori puffed rice had AFB1 above the European Union standards.
Filosofia: uma escolha de vida? Hadot, Foucault e a “filosofia como modo de vida” como prática de dissidência e experimentação
Authors: Faustino Marta
Published: July 2022

Nas últimas décadas do século passado Pierre Hadot e Michel Foucaultrevolucionaram a história da filosofia ao, nos seus Exercices spirituels et philosophie antique e L’herméneutique du sujet, respectivamente, colocarem um imperativo ético nas origens do pensamento filosófico ocidental e firmarem que, nessa altura, a filosofia era essencialmente uma “escolha de vida” ou “modo de vida”, no caso do primeiro, e um “cuidado de si”, na expressão do último. Uma vez que ambos os autores contrastam a orientação e função originais da filosofia com a sua forma contemporânea, as suas análises têm, para além da sua clara relevância históricofilosófica, um forte potencial de crítica contra a prática académica e institucionalizada da filosofia actual. Tomando a ideia da filosofia como modo de vida como forma de dissidência contra a filosofia universitária contemporânea, e como forma de experimentação com uma compreensão e prática alternativas da filosofia, este ensaio delineia as principais características do modelo da filosofia como modo de vida no seu contraste com a prática académica conteporânea e defende a relevância do modelo para uma eventual restruturação da filosofia profissionalizada perante a actual crise nas humanidades e desafios sociais, culturais e ambientais inéditos.
Práticas colaborativas em unidades básicas de saúde e o papel da gerência
Authors: Lopes Wellington Pereira , Carvalho Brigida Gimenez
Published: July 2022

Objetivo: analisar as práticas colaborativas e estratégias utilizadas pela gerência na atenção primária à saúde. Método: estudo qualitativo, realizado em 2019, por meio de entrevistas com gerentes em um município do norte do Paraná. Os dados foram interpretados pela análise de discurso e discutidos com base no referencial teórico da Prática Colaborativa. Resultados: Participaram cinco gerentes uma de cada região da cidade e organizou-se quatro categorias: Práticas colaborativas na atenção básica; Papel do gerente na promoção de práticas colaborativas; Incipiente participação do usuário na construção de práticas colaborativas; e Situações que interferem na consolidação das práticas colaborativas. Conclusão: demonstrou-se a presença das práticas colaborativas, de modo que as gerentes utilizavam principalmente as estratégias: liberação de agenda profissional, articulação de espaços para matriciamento e debates do processo de trabalho, feedbacks individuais e organização da logística.