bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Preliminary Studies Regarding the Selection of Species and Types of Pot and Container for Vegetable Growing
Authors: GACHE (LUNGU) Mirabela , MUNTEANU Neculai , STOLERU Vasile , TELIBAN Gabriel , CABA (INCULEŢ) Carmen
Published: September 2019

The purpose of the research reported in this paper was to evaluate the possibility of growing vegetable plants in pots and containers by optimizing the choice of species and cultivars and the type of pot or container based on the information available in the literature and on the basis of our own experience. Taking into account the purpose and objectives of this paper, the study is structured to respond to each  bjective considered. Information on crops in pot and containers shows that if the climatic conditions necessary for growth and development areoptimal, basically any vegetable species can be grown in this system (Purnell, 2007). Concerning the pots in which vegetable plants can be grown, they are diverse and may be chosen specifically for this type of culture or can be assigned to provide the space necessary for plant growth for different species.
A Comparison of Cost in Organic and Conventional Olive Oil Production in Greece
Authors: PANAGODIMOU Evangelia , ROUSSIS Ioannis , PAPADAS Christos T. , BILALIS Dimitrios
Published: September 2019

An economic analysis of conventional and organic olive oil cultivation was examined in one of the most important olive-growing regions in Greece. Based on structured interviews and open-ended questions of 60 farmers from both organic and conventional systems, this study aimed to clarify the cost and returns of organic olive oil cultivation in comparison with conventional farming. Olive oil cultivation cost was calculated as 2.60 € kg-1 in organic and 2.25 € kg-1 in conventional system. The selling price for organic olive production was 4.19 € kg-1 compared to 3.63 € kg-1 for conventional production. Net profit from organic olive oil cultivation was 7,043.43 € ha-1, which was 3,664.58 € ha-1 higher than the net profit from conventional cultivation. Finally, in both types of olive farming the results of financial analysis attested to a positive convenience; however, organic farming is more advantageous providing a financially competitive alternative to conventional.
Evaluation of Allelopathic Effects of Nigella sativa L. against Rigid Ryegrass
Authors: ROUSSIS Ioannis , TRAVLOS Ilias , KAKABOUKI Ioanna , CHAVALINA Spyridoula , KOUNELI Varvara , KATSOULIERI Agapi Georgia , PAPASTYLIANOU Panayiota , BILALIS Dimitrios
Published: September 2019

A pot experiment was conducted to evaluate the allelopathic potential of Nigella sativa L. on seedling emergence and first growth of the serious weed rigid ryegrass (Lolium rigidum L.). The results revealed significant weed suppressive effects of N. sativa residues incorporated into the soil. The lowest seedling emergence rate (38%) was observed in pots treated with 20 g leaf residues. Regarding height, the lowest value (26.7 cm) was found in 20 g root residues. The highest quantity of shoot residues reduced leaf number, tiller number, fresh and dry aerial biomass up to 58, 51, 64 and 59%, respectively. It can be concluded that the effect of incorporation of plant residues depended on the type and amount of residue. N. sativa could be utilized as an allelopathic crop to control weeds and future studies should focus on isolating and identifying allelochemicals in roots, shoots and leaves of this species.
Creating the Cartographic Database and Informatization of the Systematic Cadastre Works Process
Authors: ŞUBA Elemer Emanuel , SĂLĂGEAN Tudor , ONOSE Dumitru , POP Ioana Delia , MATEI Florica , ORTELECAN Mircea , COROIAN Iulia , CHIOREAN Silvia
Published: September 2019

The main objective of this paper is to correlate the current cartographic database with the old one, in the systematic cadastral works. Implementing a GIS and a geodatabase containing the cartographic database is necessary for identifying the buildings in the systematic cadastral works. In order to obtain the actual mappingdatabase, a Phantom 4 PRO drone was used, with a 20 mp resolution camera. For determining the ground reference points there were used two South S82V GPS receivers with double frequency L1, L2, in base-rover radio mode. The existing cartographic database has been taken over from the Cadastre and Land Registration Office and integratedinto the newly created geodatabase. With a unique GIS database, the process of identifying new buildings with old land data is done in a fast and efficient way. The accuracy of the new cartographic database provides greater security identifications, which can be affected even in the office, especially for those owners who have not submittedthe stage of identifying the land. The exploitation of UAV photogrammetric measurements come in support of specialists carrying out systematic cadastre works, especially in the context of the low price per building imposed by the National Agency of Cadastre and Real Estate Advertising.
Relationship between Flag Leaf Characteristics and Main Yield Components in Oat (Avena sativa L.)
Authors: RACZ Ionuṭ , KADAR Rozalia , VȂTCĂ Sorin , BERINDEAN Ioana Virginia , CECLAN Adrian , HIRIṢCĂU Diana , URDĂ Camelia
Published: September 2019

The objective of this study was to investigate relationships between leaf area index, leaf chlorophyll concentration, yield components and grain yield in oat (Avena sativa L.). Ten oat varieties were analyzed in field conditions regarding those traits. Flag leaf chlorophyll concentration range between 451.51 and 747.79 units of μmol of chlorophyll per m2. Also, leaf area index range between 13.68 to 32.84 cm2. Significant correlation indices were highlighted between yield components and leaf area index, yield/yield components and chlorophyll concentration of flag leaf.
Control and Management of the Pine Weevil Hylobius abietis L.
Authors: TUDORAN Amelia , OLTEAN Ion , VARGA Mircea
Published: September 2019

The pine weevil, Hylobius abietis L., is a pest of economic importance causing massive damage to conifer seedlings planted on reforestation sites. The lack of effective methods to prevent establishment of H. abietis in newly-harvested sites makes it a threat to European forests. The biology and ecology of the pine weevil have been intensely studied through the years. However, in light of current and future climate change much of the knowledge gathered thus far may need to be re-evaluated under these new conditions. Changes in temperature and other climatic variables may strongly change, for example, the development of the weevil and its distribution. Such changes may result in higher population numbers and increase the feeding pressure on newly planted seedlings, thus making it a novel pest in certain areas or increasing its pest status in others. There is a need to synthesize our current understanding on the biology, behavior and methods of damage control by the pine weevil H. abietis, in order to identify knowledge gaps and propose new management practices. In this review, we present such an overview and provide several examples on how this knowledge could be expanded or used to meet future challenges.
Morphometric Analysis of the 18th Century Vitis sp. Seeds from Apulum Archaeological Site
Authors: FARCAȘ Iulia Alexandra , POP Nastasia , CĂLUGĂR Anamaria , BOTIȘ Florin Ovidiu
Published: September 2019

The present study examines Vitis sp. seeds discovered during the excavations in 2017 on an archaeological site in Apulum, the current city of Alba Iulia, Romania. The archaeological context was dated as belonging to the 18th century. The grape seeds were measured in order to determine whether they are cultivated or wild. Using mathematical formulas and keys given for interpretation, all the seeds were determined as being cultivated. The results obtained complete the archaeological information regarding Vitis sp. use in human diet during Modern era in Transylvania.
Evolution of the Stands Established on Degradated Lands in the Diviciorii Mari Area
Authors: MOLDOVAN Mircea C. , BOCA Liviu , LUNGU Tudor , TĂUT Ioan , DÎRJA Marcel
Published: September 2019

The introduction of some agricultural land which has partially or totally lost their production capacity is and will be a very important action of Romanian forestry. This extends the forest fund and improves the climatic conditions around the planting areas. The research was carried out in two improvement perimeters near Diviciorii Mari, which assumed measurements of tree diameters, heights and harvesting increment cores. After the analysis of the data and increment cores, the results were associated with climatic data and the stands were found to sufferfrom the effects of prolonged droughts. Also, these trees suffer from drying, windfalls and breaks of crowns due to the combination of droughts with slope and soil. The results obtained from the research were compared with the researches carried out at the Mineci-Ungureni Forest District between 1944 and 1955 and similarities were found regarding the influence of droughts on the radial and, implicitly, forest growths.
Research Regarding the Influence of Folliar Fertilization on Plant Assimilation, Grain Yield and Quality of Wheat, in the Transylvanian Field Conditions
Authors: BĂRDAŞ Marius , CHEȚAN Felicia , KADAR Rozalia , RACZ Ionuț , SIMON Alina , DEAC Valeria , POPA A , CHEȚAN Cornel
Published: September 2019

The researches were carried out during the 2016-2017 vegetation period using the wheat variety Andrada and the perspective line T. 123-11 created at ARDS Turda, which were treated with 3 types of foliar fertilizers: Folimax Gold (V2 -2 treatments, V3-3 treatments) Folimax Oleo (V4-2 treatments and V5-3 treatments) and Microfert U (V6-3 treatments) applied in two and three treatments in different phenophases of crop development. The measurements on the assimilation (An = μmol CO2 m-2s-1) and leaf evapotranspiration (Evap- mmol H2O m-2s-1) were performed on a stindard leaf, 5 days after the last foliar fertilizer treatment in June, for each variant, from the 3 reps. The application of nitrogen foliar fertilizers resulted in the increase of the leaf surface, the nitrogen content of the leaves, increasing net assimilation for all variants, evapotranspiration and production. Andrada wheat variety advanced a higher oscillation of net assimilation (An) (from 28.5-32.7 μmol CO2m-2s-1), higher evapotranspiration (Evap) (1.97-2.33 mmol H2O m-2s-1) and the production was over 7300 kg/ha in foliar fertilized variants in all three vegetation phenophases. The perspective line T. 123-11 recorded slightly lower assimilation values (An) than Andrada wheat, being more clustered (from 30-31.7 μmol CO2 m-2s-1) and evapotranspiration (1.60-1.90 mmol of H2O m-2s-1) and also productions of more than 8100 kg/ha in 3 foliar fertilization variants, using the foliar fertilizer more efficiently and water in tissues. The highest quality indices were obtained with 3 foliar fertilization variants, obtaining values between 10.9 and 11.3% for proteins, for gluten between 21.3 and 21.6% and for the Zeleny 30.8 and 34.1% for Andrada lower than T. 123-11 with protein values between 11.7 and 14.0 % and gluten content of 23.4 and 28.3%, respectively the Zeleny index from 40.0 to 54.4%.
Genetic Analysis for Relationships between some Native Sour Cherry (Prunus cerasus l.) Using RAPD Markers
Authors: BERINDEAN Ioana Virginia , ITU Alexandra Maria
Published: September 2019

Prunus cerasus L. are an allotetraploid species from temperate climatic zone. The aim of this study was to characterize some native sour cherry genotypes from different orchards from Romania, based on RAPD markers. We used 14 primers RAPD to analyze a total of 14 varieties of sour cherries. After analysis, a good level of polymorphism was generated about only six primers (OPA 04, OPB10, OPA17, OPA20, OPA03 and OPB17) the rest of primers were considered monomorphic. The dendrograme separated the cultivars according to their genetic and geographic origin. The genetic similarity among the cultivars showed a good diversity between the genotypes, so we can suggest that our native cultivars of sour cherry can be considered as distinct genotypes for futures breeding programs and new cultivar identification. Results also confirm that the RAPD primers can be used for genetic studies and to evaluate the varieties for breeding programs.
Expression Effects of CHI and CHS Genes and Colchicine Treatment in Yellow Flowered Cyclamen: a Review
Authors: CIPCIGAN Mihaiela CORNEA , PAMFIL Doru
Published: September 2019

Nowadays, the field of entirely artificial hybrids raises ethical problems in the animal world and to a lesser amount in plants. Throughout the years, yellow Cyclamen has been particularly important for both breeders and passionate growers as being a peculiar color for this species. The possibility to artificially induce hybrids between species that can never normally cross it’s now achievable. This paper describes the possibility of obtaining high ornamental yellow flowered cyclamen, through chromosome doubling. The pollen and seed sterility can be overcome by doubling the chromosomes. In this sense, there are two full sets from each parent, resulting in a fertile hybrid, by introducing the in vitro culture into colchicine supplemented medium.
Sensitivity of Seed Germination to Salt Stress in Teff [Eragrostis tef (Zucc.) Trotter]
Authors: PAPASTYLIANOU Panayiota , TRAVLOS Ilias , ROUSSIS Ioannis , BILALIS Dimitrios
Published: September 2019

Teff is an annual grass originated in Ethiopia, grown for both human food and animal feed. Salinity and moisture stress are the main limiting factors of agricultural development on arid and semi-arid regions. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of salinity due to NaCl on germination of teff. A set of experiments was conducted under a completely randomized design with four replications of 200 seeds at two different suboptimal germination temperatures (15 and 25 °C) in the dark for 10 days. In order to create salt stress conditions during the germination process, seven solutions were used (0 as control, 80, 160, 240 and 320, 400 and 480 mM NaCl). The germination performance was evaluated by final germination percentage and mean germination time. The presence of NaCl reduced germination, especially above 240 mM for 15 °C and 400 mM for 25 °C. The mean germination time increased with higher NaCl levels.
Comparative Technical and Economic Analysis of Organic and Conventional Soybean Production in Greece
Authors: KARIDOGIANNI Stella , ROUSSIS Ioannis , TSIMPOUKAS Konstantinos , PAPASTYLIANOU Panayiota , BILALIS Dimitrios
Published: September 2019

Soybean is considered to be an alternative crop and its cultivation could offer an innovative and high-quality product. A case study was implemented on an existing farm to examine the prospects of soybean production in Greece and to evaluate the economic outcomes of the crop cultivation under organic and conventional cropping system. The economic analysis showed that the cost of conventional soybean production was 0.37 €/kg, while the cost of organic soybeans was 0.50 €/kg. The organic and conventional soybean selling prices were 0.6 and 0.4 €/kg, respectively. In addition, the financial performance of the farm improved after the introduction of organic soybean crop, where the net profit increased by 26.3% compared to the initial profit of the farm, while the increase in the conventional was less at 10%. Soybean is a relatively new crop in Greece with high net profit, especially under organic cultivation mainly due to lower inflow of external imports.
Dynamics of the Foliar Pigments Content in Some Bean Genotypes, from North-East Romania, under Salt Stress
Authors: MODIGA Beatrice Alexandra , JITĂREANU Carmenica Doina , SLABU Cristina , MARTA Alina Elena , COVAȘĂ Mihaela
Published: September 2019

Phaseolus vulgaris L. is a salt-sensitive species. For this reason, the purpose of the face work was to determine the effect of excess NaCl on the content of the chlorophyll pigments as an indicator of salt stress tolerance. Therefore, in the present study, of the influence of saline solutions of 100 mM and 200 mM NaCl was studied on the content of assimilatory pigments, to 7 local populations of common beans, collected from areas with saline soils, from Nord-East of Romania and grown under greenhouse conditions, at the pots. The experiment is part of a broader research, and the determination of pigment content is only one stage of this research, because and other physiological and biochemical parameters are analyzed. 15 days after treatment the content of chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b and carotenoids pigments showed higher values compared with analyzes performed after 30 days. The overall objective of the research is to contribute to a better understanding of the physiological mechanisms involved in the saline stress tolerance of Phaseolus vulgaris L., identification of local populations of salinity-tolerant beans and their use in breeding programs of this species. As novelty, in the current study, new genotypes were found of bean, from Nord-East of Romania, tolerant to this factor.
Influence of Different Fertilizers on Soybean Yield and Nitrogen Content in No-Till Agriculture System
Authors: MĂRIN Nicoleta , DUMITRU Mihail
Published: September 2019

This paper presents the results obtained in the experimental field placed on cambic Phaeozem at SCDA Teleorman. The effects of various types of fertilizers, such as: N, NP, NPK, potassium humate NPK, containing different forms of nitrogen on the production and the content of nitrogen, were analyzed. The experiments soya been were carried out using soybeans as crops, in conservation agriculture system, and the fertilizers application dosages were 50, 100, 150 and 200 kg N/ha. The laboratory tests results and the statistical data indicated that the nitrogen from soil registered significant changes, after the application of urea, NP and NPK dosages. The production presented significant increases for the application dosages of 150 and 200 kg N/ha.
Influence of Long Term Fertilization With NPK on Wheat Production and Chemical Characteristics of Typical Chernozem From Valu Lui Traian
Authors: DUMITRU Mihail , LUPAȘCU Naliana , MĂRIN Nicoleta
Published: September 2019

To determine the evolution soil fertility as a result of NPK fertilization, are presented experimental results from a long-term experience after 44 years of fertilization. The experimental field is located on the chernozem - soil type, the plant of culture was wheat. Nitrogen and phosphorus doses that were applied had 2 graduations. We tracked the influence of fertilizers on the production and content of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, humus, pH and heavy metals: Cu, Cd, Pb and Zn from the soil after harvesting. The highest yield (4288 kg / ha) was obtained in fertilized variants with N100K150, variants where the production level increased by 216% compared to the unfertilized soil (1987 kg / ha); Fertilization with 100 kg / ha of phosphorus alone or with 50-150 kg / ha of potassium and fertilization with N100P100 along with doses of 50-150 kg / ha of potassium have led to very significant increases in the level of the mobile phosphorus in soil (from 34 mg / kg in unfertilized soil to 178 mg / kg in variant fertilized with N100P100 kg / ha), the potassium content of the soil increased very significantly with the increase of the applied potassium dose.
Controversies Regarding Compatibility in Xenotransfusion With Blood From Dog to Cat (Review)
Authors: SPĂTARIU Sandra , BUTA Andreea , DANCIU Cecilia , OGNEAN Laurenț
Published: September 2019

As it is well known, any incompatible blood transfusion can generate adverse reactions in feline patients, because cats naturally have plasmatic alloantibodies. Even so, recent scientific studies have shown that transfusions with heterologous blood (canine) to cats, were indeed followed by mild hemolysis states, in cases of severely anemic patients. A repeated transfusion however will cause anaphylactic shock with fatal outcome. Based on the data we have studied, we consider xenotransfusion, even though still controversial, to be considered as an emergency therapeutic procedure when superior, homologous blood cannot be acquired for felines. Through this review we hope to offer clinicians the necessary information to consider xenotransfusion as an alternative in emergency therapy, when this is rigorously sustained by blood compatibility tests and when all other options have been excluded only.
Statistical Reflections Regarding the Significance of the Microscopic Examination in the Diagnosis of Mammary and Abdominal Neoplasias in Cats
Authors: GAVRILAȘ Elena , VULPE Vasile
Published: September 2019

76 cats were clinical examined for mammary and abdominal neoplasias. In 41 cats were performed microscopic examination. Regarding the location of the primary tumors 70 cats had mammary tumors. Isolated, six cases of primary non-mammary tumors were diagnosed following necropsy and histopathology. Following cytopathological and histopathological examinations, 14 tumor types were identified, of which 3 benign and 11 malignant. Benign tumoral types consisted of lipoma, vesical leiomyoma and mammary adenoma. Diagnosed malignant cases consisted of simple mammary adenocarcinoma, solid adenocarcinoma, compact adenocarcinoma, hepatic cholangiocarcinoma, compact carcinoma, mixed pulmonar bronchioloalveolar carcinoma, hemangiosarcoma, mammary comedocarcinoma, solid carcinoma and mixed adenocarcinoma.
Angioarchitectonics and Distribution of Common Carotid Artery Terminals in Domestic Rabbit
Authors: COVAȘĂ Costică Toader , MUNTEANU Alexandru
Published: September 2019

The purpose of these investigations was to describe the distribution particularities of the common carotid artery in domestic rabbit in correlation with the data in the field. Researches were performed on 6 domestic rabbits, 4 males and 2 female, aged 1-3 years. The common carotid artery was injected with gelatine suspension coloured with Chinese India ink, followed by its dissection. The occipital and internal carotid arteries are detached together in four cases, or separately in the rest of them, from the dorso-medial part of the common carotid artery. Facial and lingual arteries are detached separately, not together, both of which having a large diameter. The superficial temporal trunk which is very developed and long has a sinuous traject between parotid gland acini where it forms two loops. Nearby its origin, the transverse artery of the face has a curved path due to propulsion and retropulsion movements of the temporo-mandibular joint.
Evaluation of Quality Parameters in Raw Meat Used for Processing in the Fast Food Industry
Authors: TĂBĂRAN Alexandra , DAN Sorin Daniel , REGET Oana , MIHAIU Marian
Published: September 2019

The aim was to evaluate the quality aspects of raw meat destined for processing in fast-food units and to compare it with that of meat obtained in the traditional systems. Our study revealed that the water holding capacity (WHC) in poultry meat obtained in the industrial systems and used for processing in fast-foods is very variable and also very high compared to the one obtained in the traditional systems. When examining sensorially the quality aspects we found that the colour of the poultry meat (legs) is whiter, paler and in the breast areas we noticed a pathology known the “wooden breast”. In the case of pork meat, we obtained similar results, the industrially obtained meat showing a lighter colour and lower consistency. The protein percentage was correlated with the low quality of the meat obtained in the industrial system. Raw meat destined for processing in the fast-food units should be improved given the lower quality revealed. Measures should be taken also in the production units so as to prevent the pathological lesions found, such as “wooden breast” in poultry meat which we found to be very often observed.
Laminectomy, Surgical Therapeutical Protocol In The Medullar Compression Syndrome Type L3-L4 Discal Extrusion. Case Report
Authors: GÂRJOABĂ Ionuţ Cristian , SĂVESCU Mihai
Published: September 2019

Medullary compression syndrome is a common disorder, especially in chondrodystrophic breeds, causing a variety of symptoms depending on the location of the compression site and the disc extrusion degree (the amount of pulp nucleus invading the medullary canal). The case presented is that of a 6 years-old female cross-breed Pekingese dog, with the symptoms of paraplegia and urinary incontinence, which had occurred 5 days previously, and current deeply painful sensitivity. Imaging Diagnosis (MRI) reveals an important L3 - L4 disc extrusion, with spinal cord reaction, from the middle of the L3 vertebral body to the middle of the L4 vertebral body. Surgical therapy consisted of decompression by dorsal approach (laminectomy) at the compression site L3 and L4. Two months postoperatively, recovery was complete, laminectomy being the surgical technique used predominantly in the therapy of diffuse spinal cord syndromes.
Canine Bite-Mark Evidence in Veterinary Necropsy: Case Studies Featuring the Bite-Mark Examination
Authors: GAL Adrian Florin , CORA Roxana , TᾸBᾸRAN Flaviu , NAGY Andras , CǍTOI Cornel
Published: September 2019

Forensic veterinary medicine tends to gain increasing importance in veterinary pathology, the number of such cases being still limited. The paper describes cases with multiple cutaneous wounds, with emphasis on bite-mark analysis. The material was represented by corpses (deer and dogs) brought by local authorities to Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca (Romania), along with preliminary reports issued by the competent organs. A complete medicolegal survey was done. The cases analyzed by us displayed numerous usually symmetrical (opposed) wounds, with angular margins and elongated aspect (somehow specific to bite wounds). All cases assessed presented laceration of the skin from the subcutaneous tissue, rupture of muscle and (in some cases) perforation of internal organs. The features of the bite-marks described were typical for carnivores. Depending on the species involved, the topography of lesions varied. In deer, the ventrolateral area of the neck and the lumbar/dorsal region were more commonly affected. The distribution suggests the hunting instinct of carnivores by trying to induce suffocation of the prey. In the analyzed dog corpses, the most affected areas were the auricular, limbs, sternal region, abdominal region. Investigation of bite-marks is an evolving field of forensic veterinary science and remains a provocation for veterinary pathologists.
Ascites Syndrome Associated with Hypothyroidism in a Brahma Chicken: a Case Study and Review of the Literature
Authors: TĂBĂRAN Alexandru Flaviu , MORAR Iancu , GAL Adrian Florin , CORA Roxana , CĂTOI Cornel
Published: September 2019

Ascites syndrome (AS) in chickens represents a major cause of mortality and the most frequent metabolic-related cause of abattoir carcass condemnation in broilers. Susceptibility of broiler chickens to ascites is determined by a complex interaction between genetically-controlled factors (as high-rate metabolism and peculiarity of the cardiovascular system) and exogenous factors such as nutrition, and temperature. Endocrine imbalances, especially thyroid-gland dysfunctions, are currently regarded as key-elements in the development of AS. The current case represents the first spontaneous case of hypothyroidism (goiter) associated with AS in broilers, bringing additional arguments to the theory which claims the role of thyroid dysfunction in this syndrome. Further studies of spontaneous cases which must include assessment of the thyroid hormones need be performed in order to better understand the link between thyroid gland dysfunction and the cardiopulmonary changes in the context of AS in birds.
Evaluation of Growth Traits and Tibiae Health in Sexed Indigenous Turkeys with Different Feather Colours Under Deep Litter and Outdoor Run Houses
Authors: SAFIYU Kamorudeen , SOGUNLE Olajide , EGBEYALE Lawrence , SHITTU Taofik , ODUTAYO Olusola , MUSTAPHA Jubril , ELANGOVAN Arumbackam V.
Published: September 2019

The study consisted of 400 sexed turkeys, grouped on the basis of 2 distinct feather colours (white and black) into deep litter and outdoor, respectively. Day-old poults were brooded for 4 weeks and acclimatized in both houses for 2 weeks before the commencement of the study that lasted for 10 weeks. At the end of the trial, 2 birds per replicate were sacrificed and left tibiae were removed for morphometric and mineral analyses. Data were arranged in a 2 × 2 × 2 factorial layout and subjected to Analysis of Variance in a Completely Randomized Design. Results showed water intake and water: feed were significantly (p<0.05) higher in turkeys reared on deep litter. Also, male turkeys recorded significantly (p<0.05) higher weight gain, feed and water intakes, and better feed conversion ratio than female turkeys. Tibia length and ash weight were significantly (p<0.05) greater in turkeys reared in deep litter than turkeys in outdoor. Tibiae phosphorus was significantly influenced by interactions of sex by feather colour as well as housing system by sex by feather colour. Therefore, female turkeys with either white or black feathers could be reared in outdoor-run for strong tibiae with predominant bone mineral (Ca and P) matrix.
Evaluation of the Physicochemical Quality of Raw Bovine and Goat Milk Marketed in the Steppic Region of Djelfa (Algeria)
Authors: HAMIROUNE Mourad , DAHMANI Sounia , KASMI Zineb , FOUGHALIA Abdelhamid , DJEMAL Mahmoud
Published: September 2019

This research was conducted to study the key physicochemical parameters of samples of raw bovine and goat milk collected in the steppic region of Djelfa. One hundred and six samples of raw milk were collected from April 2018 to May 2018, at points of sale and analyzed. The results showed that cow’s milk had 3.66±0.89% fat, 11.4±1.56% solid not fat, 4.35±0.61% protein, 6.35±0.89% lactose and a density of 1.0360±0.0056 with a freezing point of -0.380±0.053 °C. While goat’s milk had 3.43±0.65% fat, 10.2±0.92% solid not fat, 3.88±0.36% protein, 5.66±0.52% lactose and a density of 1.0317±0.0035 with a freezing point of -0.348±0.044 °C. This proves that cow’s milk has a slightly higher physicochemical quality than goat’s milk. In addition, the present study showed that 100% raw goat milk is wet against 97.1% raw bovine milk. This indicates the presence of cases of fraud requiring disciplinary procedures. Moreover, in the majority of the cases, the storage temperatures of the milk far exceed the values recommended by the Algerian standards (+6°C). It is necessary to establish a program of control and popularization of all the actors of the sector in order to improve the quality and the quantity of raw milk produced.
Cerebrospinal Fluid Findings in Six Dogs with Neurological Disease
Authors: DANCIU Cecilia Gabriella , OBER Ciprian Andrei , PEȘTEAN Cosmin , TAULESCU Marian , ȘTEFĂNUȚ Cristina , TAMAS-KRUMPE Octavia , OANA Liviu , OGNEAN Laurenț
Published: September 2019

The aim of the study was to emphasize the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) findings in dogs with neurological pathology and to support the clinical relevance of the CSF analysis in patients with neurological diseases. A total of six dogs with pleocytosis, from different breeds were included in this study. Cisternal tap was processed and CSF workup was done in all six. Elevated cell count, increased protein level and cytological findings like lymphocytic, monocytic and mixed pleocytosis were also observed. CSF cytological findings were consistent with inflammatory disorders. CSF analysis is a safe diagnostic tool for detecting central nervous system inflammation in our study, still not confirmatory based solely for definitive diagnosis.
Antioxidant Defense System Alternations in Four Crab Species as a Bio-Indicator of Environmental Contamination
Authors: LAWAL-ARE Aderonke Omolara , MORUF Rasheed Olatunji , OLUSEYE-ARE Sarah Oyeyinka , ISOLA Tajudeen Opeyemi
Published: September 2019

The ecological health status of aquatic environment is a determinant for the survival and growth of organisms within such niche. An investigative study was carried out on four crab species – Cardiosoma armatum, Goniopsis pelli, Callinectes amnicola, Portunus validusinhabiting contaminated sites in Lagos Lagoon- exploring their anti-oxidant defense mechanism in the light of heavy metal concentration in the crab tissues. Amongst the measured heavy metals, cadmium level proved to be significantly highest (P<0.05) with range concentration of 0.42±0.12mg/kg (G. pelli)- 0.79±0.06 mg/kg (C. armatum). Contrastingly, lead was marginally low with concentration below 0.01 mg/kg in all the crab species. Organismal responses to environmental pollution showed a high level of biomarkers. C. armatum was observed to have elevated level of superoxide dismutase (123.04±0.01min/mg/pro), catalase (7.74±0.05min/mg/pro), glutathion transferase (18.21±0.02 Hmol/mg pro), reduced glutathione (2.92±0.04Hmol/mg pro) and glutathione peroxidase (61.85±0.06 Hmol/mg pro) above other species with C. amnicola recording the lowest concentration of the biomarkers. With the low level of heavy metals and corresponding high concentration of these biomarkers, the pollution indices within the study habitat are quite modest.
Characterisation of Extended β-Lactamases and Plasmid Mediated Quinolones Resistancein Escherichia Coli from Shelter Dogs
Authors: COZMA Andreea Paula , MĂCIUCĂ Elena Iuliana , CARP-CĂRARE Cătălin , CARP-CĂRARE Mihai , RÎMBU Cristina , ANIȚĂ Adriana , ANIȚĂ Dragoș , TIMOFTE Dorina
Published: September 2019

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of β-lactamase (TEM, SHV, OXA), extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) and genes encoding plasmid mediated resistance to quinolones (PMQR) in extended spectrum cephalosporin (ESC)-resistant Escherichia coli isolated from dog faeces from two shelters in the North-East of Romania. Eighty-eight faecal samples from healthy dogs were analysed by cultivation on Brilliance ESBL medium (Oxoid, UK), followed by phenotipic ESBL screening using combination disc test (CDT). Identification of the E. coli strains was performed by uidA/uspA gene PCR. Susceptibility testing was performed on Mueller-Hinton Agar, with β-lactam and non-β-lactam agents. Identification of β-lactamase genes (blaCTX-M, blaTEM, blaSHV, blaOXA) and PMQR genes (qnrA, qnrB and qnrS) was performed by PCR as previously described. Twenty eight ESC-resistant E. coli (31.81%) were obtained and (n=21/28, 75%) of these were confirmed as ESBLs and showed resistance to cefpodoxime (n=21/28, 75%), amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (n=19/21; 90.48%), and enrofloxacin (n=8/21; 38.09%). Predominant ESBL types were CTX-M-1 (n=15/17, 88.24%) and CTX-M-9 (n=2/17, 11.76%) enzymes. TEM and SHV enzymes were identified in 17.86% and 14.29% of the ESC-resistant isolates, whilst some isolates (n=4) carried only blaTEM and blaSHV. The prevalence of PMQR genes was 28.57% of the 28 ESC resistant isolates, consisting of qnrS (62.5%) and qnrB (37.5%). These findings indicate a high prevalence of ESBLs and PMQR associated resistance E. coli in the normal faecal microbiota of dogs from shelters, which carries the risk for dissemination of these resistance genes to other animals, human or the environment.
Comparison among different methods for blood pressure monitoring in rats: literature review
Authors: BOGDAN Sidonia , LUCA Vlad , OBER Ciprian , MELEGA Iulia , PESTEAN Cosmin , CODEA Razvan , OANA Liviu
Published: September 2019

Blood pressure is a cardinal vital sign that gives important information about the cardiovascular function and about hemodynamic trends during anaesthesia, in critical ill patients and during experimental procedures (Rehman and Nelson, 2018). Arterial blood pressure can be evaluated by direct technique (arterial catheter) or indirect technique (Doppler or oscillometry). Direct measurement is gold standard for blood pressure measurement, giving accurate beat-to-beat information and also allow collection of blood samples. However, it is more invasive and requires equipment for monitoring and experience to place the arterial catheter (Araghi et al., 2006; Ward and Langton, 2007; Wingfield and Raffe, 2002). Given its importance in directing care, it is essential to measure blood pressure accurately and consistently.The aim of this article is to present all technique found in literature, with its advantages and disadvantages, with the errors that may occur so that the researchers can have a better knowledge before choosing their technique. For this study we took into consideration articles from literature and speciality books from which we extracted the information reliable for the study. Experimental studies on small laboratory animals, particularly rats are widely used as a model. Three methods are used for recording the blood pressure in rats: tail cuff (indirect technique), intra-arterial catheters (direct technique), and radio telemetry. Each technique has its advantages and disadvantages and each of it may lead to erroneous data if they are improperly performed. The vast ranges of these errors highlight the importance of adhering to appropriate technique when measuring blood pressure.
Salvia officinalis L. extract increase the antitumor effect of Doxorubicin on Ehrlich carcinoma tumor cells
Authors: STAN Roxana Liana , MARIAN Eleonora , SEVASTRE Bogdan , SÁRPATAKI Orsolya , MUREȘAN Mariana , SEVASTRE-BERGHIAN Alexandra Cristina , JURCA Tunde , HANGAN Adriana Corina
Published: September 2019

The current study demonstrated the superior in vivo antitumor activity of the association between Salvia officinalis L. and Doxorubicin as compared with Doxorubicin alone and its lack of toxicity. The study was carried out on 32 Mus musculus female mice, for 14 days long. The tumor model was Ehrlich Ascites Carcinoma (EAC). Animals were divided in four equal groups of 8 mice: normal control, tumor control, EAC + doxorubicin and EAC + doxorubicin + Salvia officimalis L. All the values that reflect the tumor development (difference in body weight, EAC volume and cellular concentration) were improved in significant manner. Hematological and biochemistry parameters determination were performed for all four groups of mice and no cytotoxicity was found. The efficacy of Salvia officinalis L. as an adjuvant therapy in cancer has been demonstrated.
Segmentectomia pulmonar anatômica robótica: aspectos técnicos e desfechos
Authors: Terra Ricardo Mingarini , Lauricella Leticia Leone , Haddad Rui , de-Campos José Ribas Milanes , Nabuco-de-Araujo Pedro Henrique Xavier , Lima Carlos Eduardo Teixeira , Santos Felipe Carvalho Braga dos , Pego-Fernandes Paulo Manuel
Published: September 2019

RESUMO Objetivo: relatar nossa experiência inicial com a segmentectomia robótica, descrevendo a técnica operatória, a colocação preferencial dos portais, os resultados iniciais e desfechos. Métodos: dados clínicos de pacientes submetidos à segmentectomia robótica, entre janeiro de 2017 e dezembro de 2018, foram obtidos de um banco de dados prospectivo de cirurgia robótica. Todos os pacientes tinham câncer de pulmão, primário ou secundário, ou doenças benignas, e foram operados usando o sistema Da Vinci com a técnica de três portais mais uma incisão utilitária de 3cm. As estruturas hilares foram dissecadas individualmente e as ligaduras dos ramos arteriais e venosos, dos brônquios segmentares, assim como, a transecção do parênquima, realizadas com grampeadores endoscópicos. Dissecção sistemática dos linfonodos mediastinais foi realizada para os casos de câncer de pulmão não de pequenas células (CPNPC). Resultados: quarenta e nove pacientes, dos quais 33 mulheres, foram submetidos à segmentectomia robótica. A média de idade foi de 68 anos. A maioria dos pacientes tinha CPNPC (n=34), seguido de doença metastática (n=11) e doenças benignas (n=4). Não houve conversão para cirurgia aberta ou vídeo, ou conversão para lobectomia. A mediana do tempo operatório total foi de 160 minutos e do tempo de console foi de 117 minutos. Complicações pós-operatórias ocorreram em nove pacientes (18,3%), dos quais sete (14,2%) tiveram internação prolongada (>7 dias) devido à fístula aérea persistente (n=4; 8,1%) ou complicações abdominais (n=2; 4%). Conclusão: a segmentectomia robótica é um procedimento seguro e viável, oferecendo curto período de internação e baixa morbidade.
Orientações da Sociedade Brasileira de Hérnia (SBH) para o manejo das hérnias inguinocrurais em adultos.
Authors: Claus Christiano Marlo Paggi , Oliveira Flávio Malcher M. de , Furtado Marcelo Lopes , Azevedo Mauricio Andrade , Roll Sergio , Soares Gustavo , Nacul Miguel Prestes , Rosa André Luiz Moreira da , Melo Renato Miranda de , Beitler Júlio César , Cavalieri Marcio Barroso , Morrell Alexander Charles , Cavazzola Leandro Totti
Published: September 2019

RESUMO As hérnias inguinais são um problema frequente e o seu reparo representa a cirurgia mais comumente realizada por cirurgiões gerais. Nos últimos anos, novos princípios, produtos e técnicas têm mudado a rotina dos cirurgiões que precisam reciclar conhecimentos e aperfeiçoar novas habilidades. Além disso, antigos conceitos sobre indicação cirúrgica e riscos de complicações vêm sendo reavaliados. Visando criar um guia de orientações sobre o manejo das hérnias inguinais em pacientes adultos, a Sociedade Brasileira de Hérnias reuniu um grupo de experts com objetivo de revisar diversos tópicos, como indicação cirúrgica, manejo perioperatório, técnicas cirúrgicas, complicações e orientações pós-operatórias.
Câncer gástrico em adultos jovens: um grupo de pior prognóstico?
Authors: Ramos Marcus Fernando Kodama Pertille , Pereira Marina Alessandra , Sagae Victor Masaro Takamatsu , Mester Marcelo , Morrell André Luiz Gioia , Dias Andre Roncon , Zilberstein Bruno , Ribeiro Junior Ulysses , Cecconello Ivan
Published: September 2019

RESUMO Objetivo: avaliar as características clínico-patológicas e sobrevivência de pacientes jovens, portadores de câncer gástrico, independentemente da intenção de tratamento. Métodos: análise retrospectiva de todos os pacientes com câncer gástrico submetidos a qualquer tratamento cirúrgico entre 2008 e 2017. Pacientes com idade inferior a 45 anos foram considerados adultos jovens, e aqueles com mais de 45 anos foram definidos como grupo com idade avançada. Resultados: dos 875 pacientes avaliados, 84 (9,6%) eram adultos jovens e 791 (90,4%) tinham idade avançada. Jovens associaram-se ao sexo feminino (p<0,001), menor escore de Charlson (p=0,002), ASA I/II (p<0,001), tipo difuso de Lauren (p<0,001) e tumores pouco diferenciados (p<0,001). Não houve diferença entre os grupos quanto à intenção de tratamento (paliativo versus curativo) (p=0,267) e estádio clínico cTNM (p=0,120). A sobrevida livre de doença foi pior nos jovens (p=0,049), mas a sobrevida global foi semelhante entre os grupos (p=0,578). A análise multivariada identificou gastrectomia total, pT3/T4, pN+ e tipo difuso de Lauren como fatores prognósticos associados a pior sobrevida livre de doença e sobrevida global. A idade não foi um fator independente associado a pior prognóstico. Conclusão: apesar de os jovens apresentarem uma menor sobrevida livre de doença, a sobrevida global foi semelhante entre os grupos, e a idade não demonstrou ser um fator prognóstico independente significativo.
A Psicologia Social na universidade pública: uma prática psicanalítica de reparação da memória brasileira
Authors: Mandelbaum Belinda
Published: September 2019

Resumo Este texto foi apresentado para a prova de erudição do concurso para professor titular em Psicologia Social realizado na Universidade de São Paulo em novembro de 2018. Nele busco explicitar minha responsabilidade como professora dessa área numa universidade pública de excelência no Brasil dos dias de hoje. Trago também o meu entendimento da Psicologia Social como campo em que se realizam de forma indissociável o pensamento, a fala e a ação, a teoria e a prática. A Psicanálise é apresentada como instrumento hermenêutico a colaborar para a elucidação dos fenômenos psicossociais. Textos de Freud e Benjamin e poemas de Carlos Drummond de Andrade auxiliam a configurar a Psicologia Social como campo de trabalho com a memória, a ressignificação e a reparação.
PEDOMETRIA APLICADA A ESTUDO COMPARATIVO ENTRE MORFINA E TRAMADOL EM BOVINOS
Authors: Nogueira Geison Morel , Perri Sílvia Helena Venturoli , Santos Paulo Sérgio Patto Dos , Rodrigues Celso Antonio
Published: September 2019

Resumo A analgesia com opioides é limitada ou indefinida em ruminantes. Neste trabalho, objetivou-se a realização de um estudo comparativo entre dois analgésicos opioides: a morfina e o tramadol, com base nas avaliações clínica e pedométrica de animais submetidos a artrite e sinovite experimental transitórias, desenvolvidas na articulação interfalângica distal, após administração intra-articular de anfotericina B. Utilizou-se seis animais, em dois tratamentos distintos, com morfina, na dose de 0,5 mg/kg e 20 dias depois com tramadol, na dose de 1,8 mg/kg, ambos via intramuscular. Os animais foram avaliados em intervalos de três horas, num total de 27 horas, observando-se parâmetros fisiológicos, deambulação e atividade pedométrica. Claudicação e alterações pedométricas foram observadas para ambos os fármacos. Por meio das variáveis da atividade pedométrica, observou-se um padrão de inquietação compatível com nocicepção podal, não havendo a interferência dos fármacos sobre a claudicação. Concluiu-se que a morfina e o tramadol, nas doses testadas, foram incapazes de interferir na atenuação do grau de claudicação no momento de máxima estimulação dolorosa, frente ao modelo experimental de dor ortopédica.
CARACTERÍSTICAS MORFOGÊNICAS E ESTRUTURAIS DO SORGO FORRAGEIRO SUBMETIDO A LOTAÇÃO CONTÍNUA COM NOVILHOS DE CORTE SUPLEMENTADOS
Authors: Martini Ana Paula Machado , Brondani Ivan Luiz , Silva Viviane Santos da , Alves Filho Dari Celestino , Martini Patrícia Machado , Argenta Flânia Mônego
Published: September 2019

Resumo A morfogênese é uma valiosa ferramenta para a compreensão da dinâmica do pasto, porém os estudos morfogênicos referentes à cultura do sorgo ainda são escassos. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar os efeitos de diferentes níveis de suplementação sobre as características morfogênicas do sorgo forrageiro. O experimento foi conduzido na Universidade Federal de Santa Maria entre janeiro e abril de 2013. O delineamento experimental foi inteiramente casualizado, com medidas repetidas no tempo, com três tratamentos e duas repetições. Os tratamentos consistiram em S 0,8 = pastagem de sorgo + 0,8 % PV de suplementação, S 1,0 = pastagem de sorgo + 1,0 % PV de suplementação e S 1,2 = pastagem de sorgo + 1,2 % PV de suplementação. Ao aumentar o nível de suplementação ofertado, observou-se menor valor para Folhas Vivas (2,77, 3,34 e 3,55) e Taxa de Elongação Foliar (0,06, 0,09 e 0,08). Não foram influenciadas (P<0,05) pelos diferentes níveis de suplementação as variáveis Taxa de Aparecimento Foliar (0,0041, 0,0043 e 0,039), Taxa de Senescência Foliar (0,05, 0,06 e 0,11), Filocrono (283,96, 265,21 e 278,62), Duração de Vida da Folha (1081,1, 986,25 e 788,79) e Duração de Elongação Foliar (350,58, 312,83 e 326,36).
METABOLIZABLE ENERGY OF RICE BRAN, COTTONSEED MEAL AND WHEAT BRAN FOR SLOW-GROWING BROILERS AT TWO AGES
Authors: Dilelis Felipe , Gomes Augusto Vidal da Costa , Lima Cristina Amorim Ribeiro de , Corrêa Débora Costa Barroso , Reis Tulio Leite
Published: September 2019

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate bromatological composition and metabolizable energy values of cottonseed meal, rice meal, and wheat bran when provided to slow growth rate broilers at different ages. Energy values of 15- to 25- and 35- to 45-day-old broilers were determined by the total feces collection method using two digestibility bioassays. The birds were distributed in a completely randomized experimental design to evaluate the age effect, with six replicates of 10 chickens each, for each ingredient. Values of apparent metabolizable energy adjusted by nitrogen balance (kcal/kg), for the first and second ages were: 1,255 and 1,564 for cottonseed meal, 3,124 and 3,301 for rice meal, and, 2,211 and 2,383 for wheat bran, respectively. The ingredients showed some variations regarding chemical composition and energy values, which were higher (P < 0.05) in older broiler chickens.