bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impacto da cárie dentária na qualidade de vida de adultos residentes no entorno de Belo Horizonte, MG, Brasil
Authors: Costa Simone de Melo , Vasconcelos Mara , Abreu Mauro Henrique Nogueira Guimarães
Published: July 2013

O artigo discute o impacto da cárie dentária na qualidade de vida das pessoas. O objetivo foi avaliar a qualidade de vida de adultos moradores no entorno de Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil, conforme a prevalência e a severidade de cárie dentária. Trata-se de estudo transversal, de base domiciliar realizado a partir de amostragem por conglomerados. Os indicadores utilizados na coleta de dados foram o índice de cárie CPOD e a Escala WHOQOL-bref. A prevalência de cárie foi definida a partir da presença de pelo menos um dente cariado (C > 1) e a maior gravidade pelo CPOD > 25. A população examinada foi de 1138 adultos, sendo que 461 tinham pelo menos um dente cariado. Houve melhores índices de qualidade de vida para os grupos de pessoas sem cárie e com menor gravidade de cárie. À medida que o número de dentes cariados e o CPOD aumentam a qualidade de vida diminuí (p < 0,001). A correlação negativa entre cárie e qualidade de vida foi verificada nos domínios psicológico, relações sociais e meio ambiente. Concluiu-se que a cárie dentária resulta em impacto negativo na qualidade de vida de adultos. Os indicadores subjetivos contribuíram para qualificar as informações clínicas de saúde bucal.
Escala de qualidade de vida: análise estrutural de uma versão para idosas
Authors: Rufine Marcela Ferreira Cipriani , Formiga Nilton Soares , Valentini Felipe , Melo Gislane Ferreira de
Published: July 2013

O presente estudo buscou avaliar a estrutura da Escala de Qualidade de Vida para adultos jovens (EQV), elaborada por Soares em uma amostra de idosas, considerando indicadores psicométricos mais robustos. Para isso, efetuou-se uma Análise Fatorial Confirmatória (AFC) e a Análise do Modelo de Equação Estrutural (MEE) a partir do AMOS GRAFICS (versão 18.0). A amostra foi composta por 143 mulheres com idade média de 67,45 ± 3,87 anos, participantes de um Centro de Convivência de Idosos de uma instituição de ensino superior privado de Brasília, DF. Foram avaliados dois modelos: unifatorial e bifatorial. Os resultados permitem verificar que os melhores indicadores para a Escala de Qualidade de Vida foram encontrados no modelo bifatorial (psicológico e comportamental) apresentando, especificamente, os seguintes indicadores de qualidade de ajuste: razão χ²/gl = 1,05, GFI = 0,89, AGFI = 0,85, CFI = 0,99, RMSEA (90%IC) = 0,02, CAIC = 632,85 e ECVI = 2,56. Conclui-se então, que a escala apresenta caráter psicométrico capaz de assegurar a consistência e estrutura interna para uma amostra de idosas.
Redes de sociabilidade: construções a partir do serviço residencial terapêutico
Authors: Argiles Carmen Terezinha Leal , Kantorski Luciane Prado , Willrich Janaína Quinzen , Antonacci Milena Hohmann , Coimbra Valéria Cristina Christello
Published: July 2013

Os serviços residenciais terapêuticos surgem no contexto da reforma psiquiátrica brasileira como um avanço à política de desinstitucionalização, e como serviços essenciais para superação das práticas tutelares, próprias do modelo manicomial, pois possibilita espaços de cuidado, acolhida e moradia digna para pessoas com perdas ou comprometimento dos vínculos familiares e sociais, devido a internações psiquiátricas. O artigo objetiva conhecer a rede de sociabilidade dos usuários do serviço residencial terapêutico de Alegrete/RS, a partir de um estudo de caso. Trata-se de um recorte da pesquisa Redes que Reabilitam - avaliando experiências inovadoras em composição de redes de atenção psicossocial. Utilizou-se dados das entrevistas semiestruturadas com os seis trabalhadores do serviço. Assim, foi possível observar que este serviço apresenta experiência singular e inovadora, construindo saídas para o desafio de aproximar pessoas com extensos períodos de internação psiquiátricas a seus familiares, à comunidade e à vida da cidade, rompendo com a segregação a que estavam submetidos. As aprendizagens de moradores e trabalhadores na construção do SRT demonstram potencialidades para concretizar a reinserção cidadã dos portadores de sofrimento mental à sociedade.
Avaliação de um programa de aplicação de toxina botulínica tipo A em crianças do Vale do Jequitinhonha com paralisia cerebral
Authors: Silva Grazielle Fernandes da , Teles Maria Cecília , Santos Sérgio Antunes , Ferreira Fernanda Oliveira , Almeida Kênnea Martins , Camargos Ana Cristina Resende
Published: July 2013

O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar os efeitos de um programa público de aplicação de toxina botulínica tipo A (TBA) na espasticidade muscular, amplitude de movimento, qualidade da marcha, independência funcional e qualidade de vida de crianças e adolescentes com paralisia cerebral (PC). Foi realizado um estudo quase experimental que avaliou os efeitos do emprego da TBA, aplicada três vezes, com intervalos de três meses, em 14 crianças com PC. Estas foram avaliadas através da Escala Modificada de Ashworth, Goniometria Manual, Physician Rating Scale, Inventário de Avaliação Pediátrica de Incapacidade (PEDI) e Questionário do Cuidador da Criança (QCC). Foi observada redução da espasticidade, aumento da amplitude de movimento, melhora das habilidades funcionais de autocuidado e mobilidade do PEDI e das áreas de cuidado pessoal, conforto e interação/comunicação do QCC. O programa de aplicação de TBA em crianças e adolescentes com PC, realizado em um núcleo de reabilitação público do Vale do Jequitinhonha, foi efetivo para a população beneficiada.
Agente Comunitário de Saúde: elemento nuclear das ações em saúde
Authors: Costa Simone de Melo , Araújo Flávia Ferreira , Martins Laiara Versiani , Nobre Lívia Lícia Rafael , Araújo Fabrícia Magalhães , Rodrigues Carlos Alberto Quintão
Published: July 2013

O trabalho objetivou identificar as ações desenvolvidas pelo Agente Comunitário de Saúde (ACS) vinculado à Saúde da Família de Montes Claros, MG, Brasil. A pesquisa foi conduzida no âmbito do Programa de Educação pelo Trabalho para a Saúde-PET-Saúde, 2010-2012. Estudo quantitativo e censitário com 241 Agentes. A maioria realiza o cadastro e visita familiar, identifica as famílias de risco e informa à equipe, orienta quanto ao uso dos serviços de saúde, encaminha e agenda consultas/exames, realiza educação em saúde e participa de reflexão do trabalho em equipe. Uma parcela auxilia no ambiente clínico. Ao associar as atividades com a condição de ter capacitado para a função, somente o encaminhamento para a consulta e a educação em saúde foram associados à qualificação profissional. A maioria dos que realizam a educação em saúde e fazem encaminhamentos se sente preparada para a função. O ACS é o elemento nuclear das ações em saúde, mas as dimensões de atuação exigem investimentos na instumentalização adequada do profissional e na manutenção da qualidade do processo de trabalho executado por ele, em atividades de supervisão e de reflexão em equipe. Assim, o ACS poderá assumir a corresponsabilidade com a Atenção básica, integrado ao sistema de administração de saúde.
Estabilidade dimensional de uma resina acrílica para coroas provisórias em função de diferentes técnicas de processamento ao longo do tempo
Authors: García-López David Alejandro , Rezende Carlos Eduardo Edwards , Hiramatsu Daniel Afonso , Nishida Cintia Lumi , Rubo José Henrique
Published: July 2013

INTRODUÇÃO: A estabilidade dimensional das resinas acrílicas influencia na adaptação das coroas provisórias e, consequentemente, no resultado do tratamento reabilitador. OBJETIVO: Avaliar a estabilidade dimensional, ao longo do tempo, de uma resina acrílica processada de diferentes maneiras. MATERIAL E MÉTODO: Cinco técnicas de polimerização da resina acrílica foram testadas: I - polimerização térmica utilizando líquido de polimerização rápida em mufla; II - autopolimerização sob pressão; III - autopolimerização utilizando pincel; IV - autopolimerização após mistura (pó + líquido) em pote Dappen e inserção em matriz de aço na fase arenosa; V - autopolimerização após mistura em pote Dappen com inserção na matriz metálica na fase plástica. Foram confeccionados dez corpos de prova para cada tipo de processamento. Avaliou-se a estabilidade dimensional por meio de matriz de aço inox confeccionada segundo a especificação nº19 da ADA. Os corpos de prova foram armazenados em água destilada a 37ºC e examinados nos períodos de 1 hora, 1, 7, 15, 10, 90 e 180 dias após a polimerização, com o auxílio de um microscópio óptico com aumento de 20×. Os resultados foram submetidos à análise de dupla variância (Teste de Tukey para Tempo e Técnica de processamento) em nível de 5% de significância. RESULTADO: Todos os grupos experimentais apresentaram alterações dimensionais entre o sétimo e o 15º dia; após esse período de tempo, houve alterações dimensionais estatisticamente significantes, para as diferentes técnicas estudadas. CONCLUSÃO: A estabilidade dimensional da resina acrílica não sofreu influência das diferentes técnicas de processamento avaliadas; entretanto, foi influenciada pelo tempo de armazenamento.
Fisiologia do Exercício para alunos de graduação: uso de estratégias de ensino baseadas na metodologia dialética
Authors: Alves Christiano Robles Rodrigues , Campos Juliane Cruz , Moreira José Bianco Nascimento , Nobre Thaís Simões , Sanches Iris Callado , Forjaz Cláudia Lúcia de Moraes , Brum Patrícia Chakur
Published: July 2013

A metodologia dialética propõe um ensino de dupla mão (professor-aluno) que provoque a aprendizagem por meio de tarefas contínuas dos sujeitos. Para isso, o professor assume o papel de mediador e dirige as diferentes atividades. Nesse contexto, a Fisiologia do Exercício é uma disciplina academicamente orientada que está inserida em um ambiente dinâmico, e a utilização de estratégias de ensino se faz necessária para otimizar a apropriação do conhecimento de forma ativa, além de contribuir para a maior autonomia dos estudantes universitários. Portanto, o objetivo do presente estudo foi o de utilizar diferentes estratégias de ensinagem por meio de atividades propostas aos alunos na disciplina de Fisiologia da Atividade Motora I da Escola de Educação Física e Esporte da Universidade de São Paulo e correlacionar o desempenho do aluno com a sua participação nessas atividades propostas. Nossos principais achados demonstram correlações significativas e positivas entre a presença nas aulas e o desempenho nas avaliações (p < 0,0001; r = 0,84), bem como entre a realização das atividades propostas e o desempenho nas avaliações (p < 0,0001; r = 0,69). Em conjunto, esses dados sugerem que a utilização de diferentes estratégias de ensinagem baseadas na metodologia dialética com a ativa participação dos alunos é essencial para um bom rendimento acadêmico, sendo altamente recomendada para o ensino da Fisiologia do Exercício.
Nonconventional concrete hollow blocks evaluation by destructive and non-destructive testing
Authors: Rodrigues M.S. , Ferreira G.C.S. , Shiroma L. , Beraldo A.L.
Published: July 2013

The aim of this study was to evaluate cementitious matrices properties by partial replacement of Portland cement by silica fume (SF) or by rice husk ash (RHA), and their application in nonbearing hollow blocks, tested by destructive and non-destructive methods. The following mixtures were produced: reference (100% of Portland cement) and Portland cement replacement (10% by mass) with SF or RHA. The non-destructive testing showed that the highest values of UPV were obtained for SF-based blocks and RHA-based blocks. The destructive test showed better results for SF-based blocks, but there was no statistical difference between the RHA-based and control ones.
Litera-Rua: a cultura da periferia em Capão Pecado, de Ferréz
Authors: Santos Darlan , Fux Jacques
Published: July 2013

Este artigo tem como objetivo debater a possibilidade de expressão, na sociedade contemporânea, daqueles que se situam à margem, condenados à vida e às narrativas residuais. Sob esse prisma, estudamos a obra Capão Pecado (2000), de Ferréz, apresentando a fala do subalterno e a cultura marginal, especificamente, na chamada "Litera-Rua".
"Realismo" e subalternidade na narrativa brasileira contemporânea: o caso de Tropa de elite
Authors: Carneiro Vinícius Gonçalves
Published: July 2013

O artigo discute uma narrativa cinematográfica brasileira, Tropa de elite, de José Padilha, que tanta polêmica causou no país desde o seu lançamento. Para tentar compreender as forças de poder em jogo tanto na narrativa como na recepção do filme, busca-se contextualizar Tropa de elite em relação à cinematografia contemporânea hollywoodiana, a uma possível tradição real-naturalista nacional e à representação fílmica e literária brasileira do subalterno. Apenas após abordar tais relações, analisar-se-á dialogicamente como se dá a subordinação de personagens de diferentes classes sociais, gêneros e raças, constante e violentamente calados pelo protagonista do filme, o Capitão Nascimento.
Tradução e adaptação transcultural para o português brasileiro do teste Children's Communication Checklist-2
Authors: Costa Vanessa Barbosa Soares da , Harsányi Estefânia , Martins-Reis Vanessa de Oliveira , Kummer Arthur
Published: July 2013

OBJETIVO: Traduzir o Children's Communication Checklist-2 (CCC-2) para o idioma português brasileiro, realizar sua adaptação transcultural e avaliar sua consistência interna. MÉTODOS: A tradução e a adaptação transcultural seguiram as recomendações da International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research. O teste foi aplicado em 20 responsáveis ou cuidadores de indivíduos com autismo a fim de averiguar o grau de compreensibilidade do objeto e sua consistência interna. RESULTADOS: Após os devidos ajustes, chegou-se à versão final em português brasileiro do CCC-2. Os pais e/ou cuidadores não fizeram sugestões para a adaptação do teste. A versão final recebeu a chancela da autora do instrumento original e da editora responsável pela comercialização do CCC-2. A confiabilidade do instrumento é aceitável, com valores de consistência interna das subescalas variando de 0,75 a 0,90. CONCLUSÕES: O instrumento pode ser utilizado como recurso para avaliação clínica de crianças com autismo e transtorno do desenvolvimento da linguagem, porém ainda há necessidade de estudos que avaliem a validade do instrumento no Brasil.
Qualidade de vida em irmãos de crianças incluídas no espectro do autismo
Authors: Vieira Camila Bolivar Martins , Fernandes Fernanda Dreux Miranda
Published: July 2013

OBJETIVO: Avaliar a qualidade de vida em irmãos de crianças com espectro do autismo por meio da autorresposta ao questionário da World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL-A). MÉTODOS: Foram coletados dados sociodemográficos de 77 crianças com diagnósticos incluídos no espectro do autismo, com idades entre 3 e 16 anos. A partir destes, foram selecionados 21 irmãos mais velhos, com idades entre 16 e 30 anos, os quais responderam ao questionário WHOQOL-abreviado, elaborado pelo Programa de Saúde Mental da Organização Mundial de Saúde para avaliação da qualidade de vida. RESULTADOS: Os dados indicaram diferença entre o domínio Meio Ambiente e os domínios Psicológico e Físico. CONCLUSÃO: Os aspectos relacionados ao meio ambiente têm importante papel na percepção da qualidade de vida autorreferida pelos sujeitos. Porém, a individualidade familiar, as estratégias de enfrentamento, o suporte social e a assistência recebida influenciam diretamente esta percepção.
Fatores associados a sinais sugestivos de disfagia orofaríngea em idosas institucionalizadas
Authors: Bomfim Fernanda Maria Santana , Chiari Brasília Maria , Roque Francelise Pivetta
Published: July 2013

OBJETIVO: Identificar os fatores associados a sinais sugestivos de disfagia orofaríngea em idosas institucionalizadas. MÉTODOS: Realizou-se estudo transversal com 30 idosas institucionalizadas (média de idade: 83,73±10,56 anos) em Maceió. Coletaram-se, de agosto de 2007 a julho de 2008, dados sociodemográficos, culturais, de saúde geral e de deglutição, mediante análise do prontuário e acompanhamento (presencial e por filmagem) de uma refeição de cada idosa. Compararam-se as idosas com e sem sinais sugestivos de disfagia orofaríngea e foram verificados os fatores associados aos sinais sugestivos de disfagia orofaríngea e às alterações da dinâmica alimentar. RESULTADOS: No grupo de idosas com sinais sugestivos de disfagia verificou-se maior uso de medicação, menor ocorrência de depressão, maior número de dentes e de alterações da dinâmica alimentar. Em relação aos fatores associados às alterações da dinâmica alimentar, as idosas com demência apresentaram mais chances de requererem assistência durante a alimentação e de apresentarem quatro ou mais alterações da dinâmica alimentar. As idosas com assistência requerida apresentaram mais chances de se alimentarem na cama, de estarem posicionadas inadequadamente e de apresentarem três ou mais alterações da dinâmica alimentar. CONCLUSÃO: Em idosas institucionalizadas, são considerados fatores associados aos sinais sugestivos de disfagia orofaríngea o uso de medicação, a ausência de depressão, o número de dentes presentes e o número de alterações da dinâmica alimentar apresentadas pelas idosas. Os fatores associados às alterações da dinâmica alimentar estão relacionados à demência e assistência requerida.
Anti-Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Therapy in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Focus on Potential Molecular Mechanisms of Drug Resistance
Authors: Boeckx Carolien , Baay Marc , Wouters An , Specenier Pol , Vermorken Jan B. , Peeters Marc , Lardon Filip
Published: July 2013

Targeted therapy against the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is one of the most promising molecular therapeutics for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). EGFR is overexpressed in a wide range of malignancies, including HNSCC, and initiates important signal transduction pathways in HNSCC carcinogenesis. However, primary and acquired resistance are serious problems and are responsible for low single-agent response rate and tumor recurrence. Therefore, an improved understanding of the molecular mechanisms of resistance to EGFR inhibitors may provide valuable indications to identify biomarkers that can be used clinically to predict response to EGFR blockade and to establish new treatment options to overcome resistance. To date, no predictive biomarker for HNSCC is available in the clinic. Therapeutic resistance to anti-EGFR therapy may arise from mechanisms that can compensate for reduced EGFR signaling and/or mechanisms that can modulate EGFR-dependent signaling. In this review, we will summarize some of these molecular mechanisms and describe strategies to overcome that resistance.
Selecting Patients With Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer for Neoadjuvant Treatment Strategies
Authors: Dewdney Alice , Cunningham David , Chau Ian
Published: July 2013

Learning Objectives

Explain the use of MRI to stratify patients to undergo different neoadjuvant treatment strategies for locally advanced rectal cancer. Identify the benefits and risks of currently available neoadjuvant treatment strategies and appraise emerging treatment strategy. Identify tissue and imaging biomarkers that could predict tumor sensitivity to chemoradiation.
Exposure to Phtalates and Their Presence in Alcoholic Beverages
Authors: Jurica Karlo , Uršulin-Trstenjak Natalija , Vukić Lušić Darija , Lušić Dražen , Šmit Zdenko
Published: July 2013

Ftalati su esteri ftalne kiseline i alifatskih alkohola koji se dodaju u plastične mase da bi se poboljšala njihova mekoća, savitljivost i rastezljivost. Zbog svojih fizičko-kemijskih svojstava ftalati su vrlo mobilni i lako migriraju iz plastičnih proizvoda u prostor koji ih okružuje, pa tako dospijevaju u okoliš te su stoga opasni za čovjeka.

U radu su ukratko opisana svojstva i raspodjela ftalata u okolišu, toksični učinci na ljudsko zdravlje te zakonska regulativa vezana uz maksimalno dopuštene koncentracije ftalata u vodi za piće i u proizvodima namijenjenima dojenčadi, kao i dopušteni dnevni unos u ljudski organizam. Posebna pažnja posvećena je metodama određivanja ftalata u alkoholnim pićima te razinama ftalata s osvrtom na njihovu pojavnost i koncentracije u šljivovici koja se proizvodi u Hrvatskoj. Obuhvaćena je i tematika vezana za ftalate u denaturiranom alkoholu i neregistriranom alkoholu koji se ilegalno stavlja na tržište.

U zaključku su navedene smjernice za učinkoviti nadzor nad putovima izloženosti ljudi ftalatima.
Association Between Glutathione S-Transferase Omega 1 A140D Polymorphism in the Turkish Population and Susceptibility to Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Authors: Ada Tugba Guzide , Ada Ahmet Oguz , Kunak Semih Celalettin , Alpar Sibel , Gulhan Meral , Iscan Mumtaz
Published: July 2013

Recent years have seen a growing evidence of ethnic differences in the frequency of glutathione S-transferase omega 1 (GSTO1) A140D gene polymorphism, which is associated with various cancers such as breast and liver. Until now however, no association has been investigated between the GSTO1 A140D polymorphism and lung cancer. The aim of our study was to see if there was one in the Turkish population. To do that, we identified GSTO1 A140D polymorphism in 214 unrelated healthy individuals and 172 patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) using the polymerase chain reaction - restriction fragment length polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) method. The frequencies of A/A (wild type), A/D (heterozygous mutant), and D/D (homozygous mutant) GSTO1 A140D genotypes in healthy subjects were 48 %, 41 %, and 11 %, respectively. In NSCLC patients they were 48 %, 45 %, and 7 %, respectively. We found no significant association between the GSTO1 A140D gene polymorphism and NSCLC or its histological subtypes, namely squamous cell carcinoma or adenocarcinoma. Furthermore, this polymorphism did not correlate with smoking. Our study is the first to show that the frequency of GSTO1 A140D gene polymorphism in the Turkish population is similar to other Caucasian populations and that this polymorphism is not associated with susceptibility to NSCLC.
Is Burnout in Family Physicians in Croatia Related to Interpersonal Quality of Care?
Authors: Ožvačić Adžić Zlata , Katić Milica , Kern Josipa , Soler Jean Karl , Cerovečki Venija , Polašek Ozren
Published: July 2013

The impact of physician burnout on the quality of patient care is unclear. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the prevalence of burnout in family physicians in Croatia and its association with physician and practice characteristics, and patient enablement as a consultation outcome measure.

Hundred and twenty-five out of 350 family physicians responded to our invitation to participate in the study. They were asked to collect data from 50 consecutive consultations with their adult patients who had to provide information on patient enablement (Patient Enablement Instrument). Physicians themselves provided their demographic and professional data, including workload, job satisfaction, consultation length, and burnout [Maslach Burnout Inventory - Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS )]. MBI-HSS scores were analysed in three dimensions: emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalisation (DP), and personal accomplishment (PA).

Of the responding physicians, 42.4 % scored high for EE burnout, 16.0 % for DP, and 15.2 % for PA. Multiple regression analysis showed that low job satisfaction and more patients per day predicted high EE scores. Low job satisfaction, working more years at a current workplace, and younger age predicted high DP scores. Lack of engagement in education and academic work, shorter consultations, and working more years at current workplace predicted low PA scores, respectively (P<0.05 for each).

Burnout is common among family physicians in Croatia yet burnout in our physicians was not associated with patient enablement, suggesting that it did not affect the quality of interpersonal care. Job satisfaction, participation in educational or academic activities and sufficient consultation time seem to reduce the likelihood of burnout.
Morphological assessments on the origin and supplied territory of the artery for the posterior renal segment
Authors: Iorga I. , Azis O. , Iliescu D.M. , Bordei P.
Published: July 2013

In 105 cases the posterior ramus originated from a renal artery bifurcated into anterior and posterior branches and in 78 cases from trifurcated renal artery. In 12 cases, the posterior ramus originated from a renal artery terminated with four branches. From the aorta, as supernumerary renal artery, the posterior branch originated in 7 cases, 3 cases as double and 4 cases as triple renal arteries. In 86 cases the posterior ramus originated from the anterior branch of the renal artery, superior or inferior or both. The arcade aspect was found in only 134 cases. A particular aspect of the arch is the italic “S” (or inverted italic “S”) or double arch, which we found in 24 cases. This type of posterior branch supplied the entire posterior valve, an aspect found in 11 cases. When the posterior branch was not in arcade, it was arranged transversally and ended by bi or trifurcation. The ending by bifurcation was found in 113 cases and by trifurcation in 17 cases. All of these cases, both the right and the left, supplied the entire posterior valve. In all cases, regardless of any aspect of the posterior branch, it supplied the entire posterior valve in 88 cases. The posterior branch supplied the superior pole in 250 cases, the inferior one in 181 and only the posterior mesorenal part, without participating in the supply of the two poles, in 233 cases.
South-Moravian Rural Borderland
Authors: Vaishar Antonín , Šťastná Milada , Trnka Pavel , Dvořák Petr , Zapletalová Jana
Published: July 2013

The South Moravian rural borderland has been studied as an example of peripheral countryside. It is defined by municipalities the cadastral districts of which border on the state frontiers. The borderland is considerably differentiated in dependence on the natural conditions, historic development, geographical position and subjective circumstances. The period after 1990 experienced a downturn in production sectors, development of the tertiary sector, quite positive demographic evolution with a positive migration balance (with some exceptions), further intensification of nature conservation and landscape protection, increased unemployment rate and lower standard of formal education. The strengths encompass the maintained and, in many cases, strictly protected landscape, suitable settlement structures with large villages, suitable conditions for agricultural activities, development of balneology and important transition position of the central part of the borderland. The weaknesses include, in particular, the distinctly seasonal character of tourism (short summer period), below-average education, poor condition of many local roads and exposedness of the territory to erosion. Opportunities include possibilities of international cooperation, support of non-production agriculture, demand for relevant forms of tourism, support of small and medium sized businesses. Threats are understood as the outflow of young and educated people, devastation of the environment through intensive farming and reduced economic competitive advantages. Strategies may consist in the preference of economic development or in focusing on the improvement of local inhabitants’ life quality.
10 Years After: the Impact of EU Accession on the Slovenian-Austrian Cross-Border Area in Pomurje Region
Authors: Marot Naja
Published: July 2013

The articles derives from the research about potential socio-economic and landscape changes EU accession would bring for Slovenia as perceived by the local population in the selected region. The author analyzed which of the predicted changes have been also mirrored in the landscape and how removing the borders improved not just the quality but also the perception of the landscape. Special attention was given to the joined cross-border initiatives which aim at improving the local and regional economic conditions, advancing the agricultural practice and better environment in the region. On one hand, the accession has been along with the opportunities EU initiatives offer accepted as the positive change in the region, on the other it has requested several, sometimes unwanted adaptations in the local communities in order to comply with the EU policies and legislation.
Correction of location of boundaries in cadastre modernization process
Authors: Hanus Paweł
Published: July 2013

Modernization of lands and buildings register, which is run in Poland now, assumes capturing boundaries location data by various methods. They are: direct measurement preceded by determining of boundaries in the presence of parties, photogrammetric method, cartographic method, using existing maps being in analogue form. These methods not always assure accuracy. In the paper, an idea of correcting of location of boundary points which do not fulfil accuracy requirements has been presented. These corrections have been computed by assumption of invariability of parcel area revealed in register, so far. Such way of operation from one side would avoid many misunderstandings and difficulties by applying data collected in cadastre and from the other side will not disturb used procedures, which aim is to determine boundary of parcels with demanded accuracy.
Compact Global Chaotic Attractors of Discrete Control Systems
Authors: Cheban David
Published: July 2013

The paper is dedicated to the study of the problem of existence of compact global chaotic attractors of discrete control systems and to the description of its structure. We consider so called switched systems with discrete time x
Nanofabric nonwoven mat for filtration smoke and nanoparticles
Authors: Lackowski Marcin , Krupa Andrzej , Jaworek Anatol
Published: July 2013

The process of production of filtration mats of various thickness from PVC and PVDF polymers by the electrospinning method is presented in the paper. Filtration of nanoparticles and submicron particles is an important problem in industry and health protection systems, in particular in air-conditioning and ventilation appliances. This problem can be effectively solved by application of non-woven fibrous filtration mats. The experimental investigations of mechanical properties of nanofibrous filtration mats produced by electrospinning and the measurements of removal efficiency of submicron particles from flowing gas have indicated potential usefulness of these nanomats for gas cleaning of air-conditioning systems and/or ventilation ducts. The experimental results obtained for cigarette smoke of a mass median diameter of about 1 μm, used as test particles, have shown that nonwoven nanofibrous filtration mats produced by electrospinning have a good filtration efficiency for nano- and submicron particles, owing to a pressure drop similar to HEPA filters. Particles of this size are particularly difficult to be removed from the flow by a conventional method, for example, by a cyclone or electrostatic precipitator.
The use of microorganisms in increasing the protein yield of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) peel wastes
Authors: Ogbonnaya Nwokoro , Anya Florence O. , Eze Ikechukwu C.
Published: July 2013

Growth and microbial protein production on hydrolyzed cassava peel waste by Trichoderma viride and Lactobacillus delbrueckii NRRL B-763 were investigated. Trichoderma viride was selected based on its high cellulase activity on filter paper (2.91 mg glucose/mL), cotton wool (3.08 mg glucose/mL) and carboxymethylcellulose (3.46 mg glucose/ mL) while Lactobacillus delbrueckii NRRL B-763 produced 5.84 mg protein/g in cassava peel after 72 h. Samples of cassava peel were hydrolyzed with the solutions of HCl, H2SO4 and NaOH at 0.5% concentration. The hydrolysate was neutralized to pH 6.5 and supplemented with KH2PO4 (5% w/v), urea (2.7% w/v) and (NH4)2SO4 (9% w/v). The hydrolysates produced by the solutions of HCl contained higher reducing sugar and soluble sugar content than H2SO4 and NaOH hydrolysates. The culture of Trichoderma viride was used in single culture fermentation of hydrolyzed cassava peels or in mixed culture fermentation with Lactobacillus delbrueckii NRRL B-763. Protein yield produced in 0.5% HCl hydrolysates was significantly (p ≤ 0.01) higher than that in H2SO4. The unhydrolyzed control samples produced the lowest protein. This study demonstrated the potential of cassava peel waste as a substrate for a recycling process and by- product recovery.
Novatoriska iepakojuma ietekme uz piena pomādes konfekšu – šerbeta – kvalitāti uzglabāšanas laikā / Influence of Innovative Packaging on the Quality of Milk Pomade Sweets – Sherbet – during Storage
Authors: Ungure Eva , Muzniece-Brasava Sandra , Dukalska Lija
Published: July 2013

The objective of the research was to evaluate the quality of milk pomade sweet - sherbet - packaged in different packaging materials, using various packaging technologies. Four packaging materials were employed: two biodegradable films (Ceramis®-PLA coated with a barrier of pure silicon oxide [SiOx], and metallised NatureFlex 23NM), and two conventional films (metallised BOPET/PE, and Multibarrier 60 HFP as a control). Samples of sherbet were packaged using several technologies: active packaging (with incorporated ironbased oxygen scavenging sachets), modified atmosphere packaging consisting of 100% CO2, and surrounding air ambience (control). The physicochemical properties - moisture, hardness, and colour - were analysed before packaging and after 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 storage weeks. The samples were stored at room temperature - +21±1 °C. At the beginning of the experiment, the quality of sherbet was excellent in terms of taste, smell, colour, moisture content, and hardness expressed by cutting force. During the storage, those properties changed and the quality of the product decreased. The research suggests this can be explained by the loss of moisture in some samples leading to hardening of the product, which in its turn directly influenced the colour stability expressed by total colour difference ΔE*.
Mathematical Modeling of the Digital Measuring Signal of Intelligent Flowmeters
Authors: Moskvins Genadijs , Spakovica Evelina , Moskvins Artjoms , Shahtarina Anastasija
Published: July 2013

The research contains theoretical analysis of the possibilities of development of a new type of devices for measurement of the consumption of energy resources in the communal services system. Novel alternatives for improvement of intelligent measuring instruments are offered in the article. On the basis of the presented calculation method, a mathematical model of the digital measuring signal for intelligent flowmeters at a uniform and at a non-uniform flow of liquids is offered. This would allow increasing the accuracy of the measuring signal as well as creating a new type of intelligent measuring devices for exact accounting of the consumption of energy resources in separate households of the communal services system. Theoretical researches showed that traditional flowmeters of cold and hot water in separate premises are unsuitable for commercial calculations as they make measurements in the critical zone of the error of the device, thus exceeding the admissible accuracy standard norm. Therefore the present state standards of Latvia for the water and heat energy account in households should be reconsidered. For assessment of the parameters of flowmeter’s target signal, a calculation method of the mathematical model with two keys of digital signals (basic and automatic correction) is offered. The main reasons of fundamental errors are defined. Examples how to calculate the target measuring signal are given. By using Laplace transform method, a novel mathematical calculation model of the measuring and correction signals of intellectual flowmeters has been developed.
Knowledge Management Solution for Achieving Sustainable Capacity of SMME
Authors: Majors Ivars
Published: July 2013

Due to the development of knowledge society, there is increased demand for using knowledge management (KM) in an entrepreneurship as well as using information and communication technology (ICT). To achieve sustainable capacity it is necessary to promote KM and ICT in small, medium and microenterprises (SMME). KM is implemented successfully in the firms with large amount of employees. There are limited abilities to handle it for SMME. It is necessary to develop the model for implementation of KM for achieving sustainable capacity in SMME. The aim of this paper is to illustrate the model for strengthening sustainable capacity of SMME in transition to knowledge economy. Study of the bibliography was applied to define main dimensions of sustainable capacity of an enterprise. The active knowledge modelling method was applied to develop the model of KM solution for achieving sustainable capacity of SMME. As a result of research, a method for evaluation of sustainable development of SMME was developed. It reflects key elements for KM solution in SMME and consists of four interrelated sub-models such as goal model, business process model, concepts model, and information systems model. The model was evaluated in the target group as well as in the group of experts.
Urgency and Development Priorities of Lifelong Learning in Latvia
Authors: Sannikova Aija , Dobele Aina
Published: July 2013

Based on the indicator of GDP per capita and the plan of business environment improvement measures, the urgency of developing lifelong learning in Latvia is analysed. Changes in the educational level of residents and in the education of employed individuals and job seekers in the period 2006-2010 are researched. The experts’ evaluation of the lifelong learning development alternative in Latvia was carried out using Analytic Hierarchy Process. The conclusions indicate that primarily the establishment of the lifelong education system in companies (priority assessment vector 0.322) should be developed.
The development of speech in early childhood in children from twin pregnancies with twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS)
Authors: Bidzan Mariola , Bieleninik Łucja , Lipowska Małgorzata
Published: July 2013

The aim of the study was verifying, whether speech development is conditioned by a preterm birth, multiple pregnancy or pregnancy complicated with TTTS. We examined 52 preterm children, 15 of which were born after a single pregnancy and 42 after a multiple pregnancy. 23 children came from a pregnancy complicated by TTTS. The average age of the subjects was 32.5 months (SD=5.54). The research methods used in our study were as follows: analysis of medical documentation, a structured clinical interview and psychological conversation. Speech development of a child was assessed using BSID-III. An analysis of the results we obtained showed that there was a lower level of EC in the TTTS children in comparison to multiple-birth children without TTTS and single-birth children. We also found statistically significant relations between the EC scores and gender, age at the time of testing, disability, gestational age, birth weight.
Exploratory behaviour and adaptation to novelty in preschool children with autism – a preliminary report
Authors: Kawa Rafał , Pisula Ewa
Published: July 2013

The purpose of this study was to compare exploratory behaviours in children with autism and typically developing preschool children and the course of their adaptation to novelty. A series of five repeated trials was conducted, during which children were allowed to freely explore the experimental room. The results revealed differences between study groups in the overall rate of exploratory activity, which was lower in children with autism. Patterns of time characteristics of exploratory activity showed both similarities and differences between the groups. In both groups, the rate of simple exploratory behaviours (i.e. looking at an object, touching the object, manipulating one object) decreased with time, while the levels of diversive exploration (i.e. touching the wall or floor) increased. Children with autism engaged in less complex object manipulation than their peers. Similarly, their adaptation and habituation to a novel environment proceeded in a different way in the low stimulation zone than in the high stimulation zone. In the low and medium stimulation zones, the rate of exploration decreased with time, while in the high stimulation zone it remained relatively constant. In typically developing children, habituation occurred in all stimulation zones. These results suggest the presence of some differences between the patterns of adaptation to novelty in the two groups, which emerge in a stimulation-rich environment. Due to the limitations of the study, in particular the small number of subjects, the present paper should be treated as a preliminary report.
Don’t pay attention to what you see! Negative commands and attention bias
Authors: Maciuszek Józef
Published: July 2013

The paper presents research into the effects of the use of negations in directives (orders, suggestions, requests). Three experiments are described that tested the effects of instructions formulated in various ways: direct (pay attention to) and negated (don’t pay attention to) commands to focus the attention. Indicators of attention focusing that were used include: the correctness of answers to questions about a selection of comic book pages (Experiment 1); the time needed to name the colours of stimulus words and the level of recall of these words after completion of the colour naming task (Experiment 2 and 3). The results showed that a direct command influenced all indicators of attention focusing. However, a negated command increased the level of recall of details about the comic book pages, as well as the level of key word recall. Both the automatic process that generates the paradoxical effects of negated commands, as well as the controlled process of reasoning, may be responsible for the results of the memory task.
Characterisation of Latvia Fruit Crop Genetic Resources by Application of Molecular Genetics Methods
Authors: Lācis Gunārs
Published: July 2013

A large diversity of fruit crop accessions is maintained at the Latvia State Institute of Fruit- Growing, which consists of modern cultivars, landraces and selections from local breeding programmes, as well as germplasm that has resulted from scientific exchange and co-operation with other institutes. Presently, the germplasm collection comprises 2509 accessions of 17 fruit crops; 676 accessions are designated as national genetic resources. Conservation of germplasm itself has little value without characterisation and further utilisation of the stored plant material. To intensify these activities, DNA-based technologies have been implemented in the characterisation of germplasm. Two main groups of molecular markers have been utilised: non-specific markers and gene-specific (functional) markers, subsequently applicable for Marker Assisted Selection (MAS). Genotyping protocols based on SSR, RAPD and Methylation-sensitive amplification polymorphism (MSAP) markers have been developed for twelve fruit crops for use in plant material identification, True-to-Type verification and evaluation of genetic diversity and internal collection structure. In total, 790 accessions have been genotyped using any of the mentioned markers. These markers have been harmonised with the European cooperative programme for plant genetic resources working group (ECPGR WG) recommended sets to ensure international data exchange. Gene specific molecular markers have been applied to apple and pear (resistance to scab), strawberry (resistance to Gnomonia fragariae), sweet cherries and plums (self-incompatibility).
Breeding of new Apple Cultivars in Belarus
Authors: Kazlouskaya Zoya , Hashenka Tatyana , Vaseha Vitaly , Yarmolich Sergei
Published: July 2013

The article presented the results of 20 years of the Belarusian apple breeding programmne. Apple breeding has old traditions at the Institute for Fruit Growing in Belarus. Special attention is paid to new adaptive dessert apple cultivars. As a result of the second stage of the durable resistant apple breeding programme, conducted in 1994-2010, six Belarusian apple cultivars were submitted to State Testing of the Republic of Belarus. The cultivars were selected from the apple hybrid fund obtained in 1994-2000. In total, 252 progenies with more than 22 300 seedlings were assessed for their susceptibility to scab after artificial inoculation in the nursery, and almost 5000 seedlings were further evaluated for spontaneous infections after natural inoculation in orchards, where they had grown without any chemical spraying against the disease. After evaluation of three cropping seasons, 120 selections were propagated on rootstocks B.62-396 and PB 4. The best selections with combined resistance to fungal diseases and winter frost, high crop yield and attractive fruits were the new cultivars ‘Belana’, ‘Diyament’, ‘Krasavita’, ‘Navavita’, ‘Sakavita’ and ‘Zorka’.
Monitoring of Sawfly Populations (Hymenoptera, Symphyta: Hoplocampa Spp.) In Plum And Apple Orchards Using Visual Traps
Authors: Tamosiunas Rimantas , Duchovskiene Laisvune , Valiuskaite Alma
Published: July 2013

The investigation of Hoplocampa minuta (Christ, 1791) (black plum sawfly), Hoplocampa flava (Linné, 1760) (yellow plum sawfly) and Hoplocampa testudinea (Klug, 1816) (apple sawfly) populations using white sticky traps Rebell®bianco was carried out in conventionally and organically managed apple and conventionally managed plum orchards of the Institute of Horticulture of Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry in 2010 and 2011. Temperature sums for predicting sawfly spring emergence were determined: 120 ± 5 degree-days for apple sawfly, 85 ± 26 degree-days for black plum sawfly and 95 ± 28 degree-days for yellow plum sawfly. However, more years of the study are needed to confirm these temperature sums. The average densities of sawflies during the flight period were: H. minuta - 14.8 ± 7.3 sawfly trap-1 in 2010 and 54.2 ± 35.9 sawfly trap-1 in 2011; H. flava - 13.3 ± 5.2 sawfly trap-1 in 2010,and 16.6 ± 6.9 sawfly trap-1 in 2011; and H. testudinea in organic orchard - 38.3 ± 26.2 sawfly trap-1 in 2010 and 5.0 ± 2.8 sawfly trap-1 in 2011, in conventional orchard - 14.8 ± 8.1 sawfly trap-1 in 2010 and 9.3 ± 4.3 sawfly trap-1 in 2011. Conditions for development of both plum sawfly species were better in 2011, when abundance nearly reached the economic threshold. Population density, cumulative trap catches during the flight period, and damage caused by apple sawfly varied significantly between the study years and apple cultivars. In 2010, apple sawfly was more abundant and caused more serious damage than in 2011. The economic threshold of 30-40 individuals per trap was reached in 2010 due to the better conditions of development. The various apple cultivars suffered different damage levels: cv. ‘Aldas’, ‘Vitos’ and ‘Rubinola’ suffered the highest damage in the organic orchard, but no significant differences were observed. In the conventional garden, cv. ‘Auksis’ had the most damaged fruits.