bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
FREKUENSI VAKSINASI UNTUK PENCEGAHAN PENYAKIT PADA BUDI DAYA UDANG WINDU ( Penaeus monodon Fabr.) DI TAMBAK
Authors: Tompo Arifuddin , Susianingsih Endang , Madeali Mun Imah
Published: November 2016

Pencegahan dan penanggulangan penyakit pada budi daya udang windu dewasa ini dilakukan dengan cara merangsang kekebalan spesifik udang dengan menggunakan immunostimulan, namun optimalisasi penggunaannya masih perlu dilakukan. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini dimaksudkan untuk mengoptimalisasikan penggunaan immunostimulan untuk dapat memberikan hasil yang efektif terhadap pencegahan penyakit pada budi daya udang windu. Immunostimulan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah hasil ekstraksi dari bakteri, Vibrio harveyii yang dilemahkan dengan formalin 1%. Rancangan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan empat perlakuan: A= vaksinasi empat kali sebulan, B= vaksinasi dua kali sebulan, C= vaksinasi sekali sebulan, dan D= tanpa vaksin (kontrol) yang diulang sebanyak tiga kali. Aplikasi dolomit diberikan dua kali per minggu untuk semua perlakuan dengan dosis 5—10 mg/L untuk tiap kali penggunaan. Padat penebaran sebanyak 60.000 ekor/ha dengan pola tradisional plus. Hasil pengamatan memperlihatkan bahwa perlakuan B (vaksinasi dua kali sebulan) memberikan sintasan yang tertinggi yaitu 91,5% dengan produksi tertinggi yaitu 84,0 kg. Pengamatan terhadap populasi bakteri Vibrio sp. pada lingkungan berada pada kisaran 102—103 cfu/mL yang masih layak bagi lingkungan dan budi daya udang sedangkan untuk kualitas air pada beberapa parameter juga berada pada kisaran yang layak untuk budi daya udang.In recent years the prevention and control of diseases on tiger shrimp culture has been stimulated by specific immunostimulan such as vaccine. How ever the optimalization used of immunostimulan have to be conducted. Based on that information, the study aims to optimalized the using of immunostimulan to give the effective result on diseases prevention on tiger shrimp culture. The immunostimulan used in this research was extracted from vibrio by formalin killed 1% with four treatments i.e. A= four times of vaccination a month, B= two times of vaccination a monts, C= once of vaccination a month and, D= control (non vaccination). Dolomite application was given two times a week for all treatments with the dosage 5—10 mg/ L. The results shows that the treatment B (two times of vaccination a month) exhibit the survival rate i.e. 91.5% it is higher than A, C, and D treatments with highest production 84.0 kg. Observation on the population of Vibrio sp. value range 102—103 cfu/mL that’s normally condition both on environmental and shrimp culture, and water quality parameters was still in normal condition.
IDENTIFIKASI KARAKTER MORFOMETRIK SEBAGAI PENDUGA FEKUNDITAS IKAN PATIN JAMBAL (Pangasius djambal) FAKTOR KUNCI UNTUK SELEKSI
Authors: Sularto Sularto , Tahapari Evi , Hadie Wartono
Published: November 2016

Fekunditas merupakan salah satu karakter yang sangat penting dalam kegiatan budidaya ikan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mencari karakter morfometrik penduga fekunditas pada ikan patin jambal sebagai dasar untuk melakukan seleksi. Ikan uji yang digunakan adalah ikan patin jambal generasi F1 sebanyak 45 ekor. Setiap induk diberi tanda (tag) dengan menggunakan microchip. Pengukuran karakter morfometrik meliputi panjang standar, panjang kepala, tinggi badan, dan luas rongga perut yang akan dijadikan karakter penduga fekunditas. Analisis data menggunakan program SAS dengan PROC REG. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya indikasi korelasi positif (P<0,01) antara karakter morfometrik pada panjang rongga perut, tinggi linea lateralis, dan luas rongga perut, dengan fekunditas (r2=0,7831). Oleh karena itu luas rongga perut ikan patin jambal dapat digunakan sebagai indeks untuk seleksi karakter fekunditas
PERBANDINGAN PATOGENESITAS, Edwardsiella tarda PADA IKAN MAS KOKI (Charassius auratus) DAN IKAN CELEBES RAINBOW (Telmatherina celebensis)
Authors: Narwiyani Siti , Kurniasih Kurniasih
Published: November 2016

Edwardsiella tarda adalah salah satu jenis bakteri yang masuk dalam daftar Hama Penyakit Ikan Karantina (HPIK) yang harus dicegah penyebarannya. Infeksi E. tarda terdapat pada berbagai jenis ikan budidaya maupun pada ikan yang hidup di perairan bebas. E. tarda juga menginfeksi vertebrata tingkat tinggi (burung dan reptil), mamalia, dan termasuk juga manusia. Pada manusia, dikenal sebagai penyebab penyakit gastrointestinal dan ekstraintestinal. Edwardsiella tarda sudah tersebar di beberapa negara di antaranya adalah Jepang, Taiwan, Thailand, Amerika Serikat, Singapura, dan Malaysia. Di Indonesia, E tarda ditemukan di Jawa, Sumatera, dan Kalimantan. E. tarda dapat diidentifikasi melalui gejala klinis, identifikasi secara morfologi, fisik, dan biokimia, serta molekuler DNA. Bakteri ini menyerang mekanisme pertahanan tubuh inang, karena itu, proses proliferasi bakteri ini sangat cepat di dalam inang dan menyebabkan kematian. Tingkat patogenitas E. tarda dapat ditentukan berdasarkan kemampuan bakteri tersebut untuk menginfeksi kekebalan non spesifik pada ikan. Perbedaan patogenitas E. tarda pada berbagai ikan air tawar di Indonesia belum pernah dilakukan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk membandingkan patogenitas dan LC50 E. tarda pada ikan mas koki (Carassius auratus) dan ikan Celebes rainbow (Telmatherina celebensis). Untuk uji LC50 ikan uji disuntik dengan penyuntikan intraperitonial dengan konsentrasi bakteri 0, 102, 104,106, 108, dan 1010cfu/mL, ikan dipelihara dalam akuarium selama 48 jam dan dihitung jumlah kematiannya setiap 12 jam. Nilai LC50 untuk ikan mas koki dan ikan Celebes Rainbow adalah 1,8 x 105 cfu/mL dan 2,3 x 107 cfu/mL. Uji patogenitas dilakukan dengan melakukan perendaman ikan uji dalam akuarium berukuran 30 cm x 30 cm x 50 cm dengan kepadatan 10 ekor/akuarium dan volume 20 air liter selama seminggu; dan kepadatan bakteri menggunakan nilai LC50 masingmasing ikan. Perubahan makroskopik patologik anatomik menunjukkan adanya lesi kemerahan pada ekor dan sirip, pembengkakan perut dan tubuh, insang pucat, lesi pada pangkal sirip dan ekor, dan pembengkakan pada hati dan ginjal pada ikan mas koki dan ikan Celebes rainbow
Historia liturgii Kościoła anglikańskiego
Authors: Jones Robert
Published: November 2016

Paul Jones przedstawił historię i ewolucję liturgii Kościoła anglikańskiego od początków aż do dziś, ukazując równocześnie wpływy reformacji na doktrynę anglikańską. Przedstawił najważniejsze postaci Kościoła anglikańskiego – teologów oraz ludzi kultury. Wykład kończy się opisem współczesnej anglikańskiej liturgii w codziennej praktyce.
Feliks Nowowiejski (1877–1946) – patron roku 2016. Poznańskie lata – miłość odwzajemniona?
Authors: Karolak Elżbieta
Published: November 2016

Feliks Nowowiejski – kompozytor, dyrygent, wirtuoz organista, inicjator przedsięwzięć o wydźwięku patriotycznym – po uzyskaniu przez Polskę niepodległości osiedlił się w Poznaniu. W swoim dorobku kompozytorskim miał już formy oratoryjne, kantaty, msze, pieśni i drobne utwory organowe. W Poznaniu rozwinął działalność jako dyrygent i kompozytor utworów operowych i scenicznych oraz solowych utworów organowych o charakterze koncertowym. Położył też duże zasługi jako organizator życia muzycznego. Środowisko odwdzięczało się z jednej strony ogromnym uznaniem, z drugiej – nie szczędziło krytyki. Artykuł jest próbą odpowiedzi na pytanie, w jakim stopniu dynamiczna i nietuzinkowa indywidualność artysty i jego dokonania zostawiły ślad na dzisiejszym życiu muzycznym Poznania.
RESILIENCIA EN ADOLESCENTES VÍCTIMAS DE VIOLENCIA ESCOLAR
Authors: Márquez González Claudia Verónica , Verdugo Lucero Julio César , Villarreal Caballero Leticia , Montes Delgado Roberto , Sigales Ruiz Silvia
Published: November 2016

Abstract.RESILIENCE IN ADOLESCENT VICTIMS OF SCHOOL VIOLENCE.The relationship between resilient provisions and situations of victimization in Mexican adolescents was analyzed. The sample consisted of 798 adolescents; 444 men (55.6 %) and 354 women (44.4 %), high school students, aged between 11 and 17 years (Mean = 13.34, SD = .961). A questionnaire was used to measure the resilient provisions and one to measure situations of victimization. The results show that men are victims of physical assault and damage to property, while women are more victims of verbal aggression and social exclusion. In addition, women are perceived more resilient than men in several dimensions of this variable. Finally, a negative and highly significant correlation between situations of global victimization and overall resilience, positive attitude and self-efficacy was identified. The results appear to be associated with the culturally assigned gender roles; also, the importance of resilient capacities in situations of school violence is highlighted.Keywords: bullying; victimización; resilienciaResumen.Se analizó la relación entre las disposiciones resilientes y las situaciones de  victimización en adolescentes mexicanos; 444 hombres (55.6%) y 354 mujeres (44.4%), estudiantes de secundaria, con edades entre los 11 y 17 años (Media=13.34; D.T.=.961). Se aplicó un cuestionario, para medir las disposiciones resilientes y otro para medir las situaciones de victimización. Los resultados muestran que los hombres son más víctimas de agresión física y daños a la propiedad, mientras que, las mujeres son más víctimas de agresión verbal y exclusión social. Además, las mujeres se perciben más resilientes que los hombres en varias de las dimensiones de esta variable. Por último, se identificó una correlación negativa y altamente significativa entre situaciones de victimización global y resiliencia global, actitud positiva y autoeficacia. Los resultados parecen asociarse a los roles de género asignados culturalmente; asimismo, se destaca la importancia de las capacidades resilientes ante situaciones de violencia escolar.Palabras clave: bullying; victimización; resiliencia
Comparative optical genome analysis of two Pangolin species Manis pentadactyla and Manis javanica (protocols ) v1
Authors: Zhihai Huang , Xu Jiang not provided , Xiao Shuiming not provided , Liao Baosheng not provided , Gao Yuan not provided , Zhai Chaochao not provided , Qiu Xiaohui not provided , Xu Wen not provided , Chen Shilin not provided
Published: November 2016

These methods accompany: Huang Zhihai, Xu Jiang, Xiao Shuiming, Liao Baosheng, Gao Yuan, Zhai Chaochao, Qiu Xiaohui, Xu Wen, Chen Shilin (2016): Supporting data for 'Comparative optical genome analysis of two Pangolin species Manis pentadactyla and Manis javanica'. GigaScience Database.
The Interactive Relationship between Inductive- deductive Grammar Teaching, Gender and the Cognitive Style of Iranian EFL Learners
Authors: Pourmoradi Vahid , Vahdat Sedigheh
Published: November 2016

There has usually been hot friction on the issue of whether inductive or deductive teaching mode would be more beneficial to EFL/ESL learners; thus, this research study tried to discover the effect of inductive-deductive grammar teaching on grammar learning of Iranian male-female EFL learners with FD-FI cognitive styles. The participants were 82 freshmen EFL learners. They were between 19 to 22 years old and selected quasi- randomly from Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Iran. TOEFL and GEFT tests were administered respectively to homogenize and screen them. At last, after treatment, they took a posttest.  The analysis of data via independent t-test and paired samples t-test revealed no significant difference between males and females participants in grammar learning through inductive and deductive mode. Besides, results showed that deductive mode was effective in the grammar learning of all male and female participants whether the cognitive style was FD or FI. Furthermore, it was indicated that inductive approach was effective on female with FI cognitive styles, but ineffective on males with the same cognitive style.
EFL Students’ English Pragmatic Knowledge: Evidence from University of Gulian
Authors: Moradi Sahar , Tous Maryam Danaye , Tahriri Abdorreza
Published: November 2016

This study aimed to investigate the extent of Iranian EFL students’ pragmatic knowledge, and if there were any significant differences among EFL learners at different years of study (the freshmen, the sophomores, and the seniors) on this knowledge. To this end, 78 EFL students of University of Guilan (Rasht-Iran) were tested using a Multiple-choice Discourse Completion Test (MDCT), (Birjandi & Rezaei, 2010). The results showed that, their extent of pragmatic knowledge wasnot at satisfying level. Also, the results showed that there were significant differences between the freshmen and seniors in this regard.
The Penetration of English into Chinese—Taking Buzzwords from 2011-2015 for Example
Authors: Duan Xiaoqian
Published: November 2016

Globalization has brought about the frequent contacts between China and the world. Accordingly, English as the tool of international communication has been inevitably interacting with Chinese language. In the process of language contacts, modern Chinese has changed strikingly in morphology, syntax, grammar, vocabularies and so on showing the evidence of English penetration, which has attracted the attention of scholars both in China and overseas. Early in 1950s, Chinese linguist Wang Li elaborated the Europeanized Chinese grammar from certain aspects. Some scholars in Hong Kong and Macau lay much emphasis on the loanwords from English into Cantonese. Meanwhile, researchers also focus on the regularity in the origin and development of language contacts between these two languages. Buzzwords as the dynamic part of a language enable researchers to observe the changes of the language. Though not as formal as written language, it also exposes the lingual and grammatical development with salient features due to the great population of users and the wideness of transmission. Hence, this paper explores the proof of English penetration into Chinese through the buzzwords in recent years; moreover, the merits and demerits of English penetration into Chinese are discussed to provide a two-sided perspective on this phenomenon.
Diagnostic and treatment features of concomitant injuries of pelvis and abdomen in the emergency traumatology
Authors: Chikaev V F , Zakirov R I , Zaydullin D G , Il’in R O , Fayzrakhmanova G M
Published: November 2016

Aim. Analysis of experience of treatment of patients with concomitant injuries of pelvis and abdomen in the emergency traumatology.Methods. Analysis of features of diagnosis and treatment of 77 patients with concomitant pelvic injuries admitted to Kazan City Clinical Hospital №7 was conducted.Results. The structure of concomitant pelvic injuries is characterized by a variety of injuries, often accompanied by severe shock. Concomitant pelvic injury in 74% of patients was accompanied by shock, and in 80% of cases it was II-III grade shock. To reduce the patient’s displacement in the admission ward full body CT scan was performed, and for clarifying the scope of injuries and tactics of management CT scan of injured organs was administered. During the first hour after admission to prevent dislocation of fractures and to stop intrapelvic bleeding external fixation devices in different modifications were used depending on the injury; that allowed stabilizing hemodynamics and condition of the victims. In the second step after stabilization of the patient’s state and hemodynamics and correction of homeostasis minimally invasive surgical interventions are recommended on day 5 to 7. If abdominal injury is identified, the optimal way of external fixation of fractures is C-type fixation frame, which allows adequate access for laparotomy.Conclusion. A patient with severe concomitant trauma needs urgent full body scan with subsequent X-ray CT, staging treatment based on the principal «Damage control», early fixation of pelvic fractures with the use of external fixation devices and subsequent minimally invasive osteosynthesis, and optimal external fixation device which allows adequate access in case of surgery.
Experience of headache treatment in acute non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage and evaluation of treatment effectiveness
Authors: Bayalieva A Zh , Shpaner R Ya , Ganeeva I R
Published: November 2016

Aim. Assessment of approaches to the identification and treatment of headache in acute non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage for further study of this problem and optimization of analgesic therapy.Methods. Medical records of 62 patients admitted to the hospital with acute non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) were retrospectively reviewed. The patients were divided into 2 groups: 19 patients underwent X-ray guided endovascular occlusion under local anesthesia and 43 patients had their aneurysm clipped under general anesthesia. Quantitative assessment of headache with the use of Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and qualitative assessment using McGill Pain Questionnaire were performed in all patients. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (dexketoprofen, paracetamol) and opioid analgesics were used for analgesia.Results. It was found that the wide-spread approach to the relief of headaches in SAH is not effective enough that is especially evident from the results of the second group (average VAS score in group 1 was 4.7±2.9 versus 6.3±1.8 in group 2). Achieving adequate analgesia with opioids was accompanied with excessive sedation (Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale score was -1-2 points) complicating timely evaluation of neurological status. McGill Pain Questionnare data received and insufficient effect of the used treatment regimen allow us to suggest presence of neuropathic component of headache in non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage.Conclusion. Conventional methods and regimens of headache treatment are not effective enough so it is necessary to analyze protocol variants for headache evaluation and adequate treatment regimens considering pathogenetic mechanisms of pain in non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage and the possibility of excessive sedation with opioid analgesics.
The structure of atherosclerotic plaques of the arteries estimated at ultrasonography in patients with acute ischemic stroke
Authors: Khalilov I G , Zakirzhanov N R , Sharafislamov I F , Bayazova N I , Yaroshkevich G E
Published: November 2016

Aim. Evaluation of histological structure of an atherosclerotic plaque of the carotids received during carotid endarterectomy and its comparison to the data obtained at ultrasonography of carotids.Methods. 36 patients with the history of cerebral circulatory disorders aged from 50 to 75 years (24 males and 12 females) were examined. 22 patients (14 males and 8 females) had ischemic focus at CAT scan, 7 patients had recurrent ischemic stroke and the rest had transient ischemic attacks. We performed color duplex scanning of extracranial vessels. In addition to ultrasonography contrast intensifying was performed. Sulfur hexafluoride stabilized by phospholipid shell was used as a contrast. Transcranial Doppler with functional assays was carried out as well. Pathomorphological study of the plaques removed at carotid endarterectomy was conducted.Results. According to the results of ultrasonography conducted before the surgery and histological results, 28 plaques received during carotid endarterectomy were unstable. 60 to 90% stenoses of carotid bifurcation and internal carotids were revealed. Heterogeneous structure, disturbance of fibrous cap and ulcerations, presence of hypoechoic zones of various sizes were observed.Conclusions. The results of ultrasonography are in accordance with histological conclusion; this method is a reliable tool that provides new opportunities for prediction of embolic complications risk and proves the necessity for carotid endarterectomy.
Markers of inflammation in patients with heart failure in association with chronic kidney disease
Authors: Nasybullina A A , Bulashova O V , Gazizyanova V M , Malkova M I , Mustafin E E , Khusnutdinova G R
Published: November 2016

Aim. Evaluation of markers of systemic inflammation in patients with chronic heart failure in comorbidity with chronic kidney disease.Methods. The study included 188 patients with heart failure and kidney disease including control group (76 patients) with heart failure with preserved renal function aged 38 to 83 years (mean age 66.8±10.1 years), with the duration of heart failure of about 8 years. Quantitative measurement of C-reactive protein and proteins of blood serum and daily excretion of protein with urine were performed.Results. Glomerular filtration rate in patients without renal pathology was 71.1±11.7 ml/min/1.73 m2, and in the group with heart failure associated with kidney dysfunction it was 51.5±19.1 ml/min/1.73 m2. C-reactive protein, γ-globulin, albumin and total serum protein in patients with chronic kidney disease differed from those in patients with heart failure without kidney damage.Conclusion. C-reactive protein and γ-globulin in the serum significantly increase in patients with heart failure and chronic kidney disease and can be used as markers of cardiac as well as renal events.
Diagnostic aspects of closed abdominal injuries
Authors: Malkov I S , Filippov V A , Korobkov V N , Khalilov Kh M , Tagirov M R , Gabitov I M
Published: November 2016

Aim. To study diagnostic value of various diagnostic methods for patients with closed abdominal injury, to develop a diagnostic algorithm to make a reasonable conclusion about the amount and severity of injuries of the abdomen.Methods. Various diagnostic methods used in closed abdominal injuries from 120 patients admitted to Surgical Department №2 of Kazan city clinical hospital №7 from 2007 to 2015 were analyzed. Majority of victims (65%) with closed abdominal trauma were males aged 20 to 50 years.Results. Efficiency of diagnostic program for patients with closed abdominal injury used in clinical practice was studied. In a closed abdominal trauma, injury of abdominal organs was detected in 52.5% of patients. 71.4% of those injuries were isolated and 28.6% were concomitant. According to frequency of injuries liver took the first place 15 (23.8%), followed by spleen on the second place (14; 22.2%) and kidneys (12; 19.1%) and intestine (12; 19.1%) on the third, bladder on the fourth (7; 11.1%), and pancreas on the fifth place (3; 4.8%). Importance of radiological methods and laparoscopy was demonstrated. Clinical examination and laboratory diagnostic techniques allow making a timely diagnosis in only 40% of victims. Informativity of radiologic study was 64%. The accuracy of ultrasound in damaged kidneys was 100%, that in rupture of liver was 72%, of spleen, 69%, and of the intestine (0%). Diagnostic accuracy of laparoscopy was 98.9%.Conclusion. Experience and extensive acquaintance with modern literature allowed the authors to present the algorithm of examination of patients with suspected closed abdominal trauma.
Pros and cons of Danis stent application in esophageal bleeding
Authors: Anisimov A Yu , Loginov A V , Anisimov A A , Nasrullaev M N
Published: November 2016

Aim. A critical analysis of world clinical experience of endoscopic hemostasis with self-expanding nitinol Danis stents application in acute bleeding from esophageal varices.Methods. Literature data of last 10 years about self-expanding nitinol Danis stents application at the peak of esophageal bleeding or in high risk of its recurrence were analyzed.Results. The advantages of Danis stent include minimal injury, good tolerance by the patient, providing physiological drainage of saliva and the possibility of fluid and food intake through the mouth, possibility of a repeated endoscopic inspection of the esophagus and stomach after the application of the stent, reducing the risk of aspiration pneumonia, the impossibility of removal or displacement by the patient in agitation. According to most authors, Danis stent allows saving time to get ready for safe transjugular intrahepatic portocaval shunt (TIPS), surgical intervention or liver transplantation. This time should be used for performing all procedures necessary to stabilize the patient’s condition and clarify the nature of the existing pathology. Disadvantages include high risk of migration from the esophagus into the stomach with loss of its plugging function, limitation for treatment of only esophageal varices, development of small erosions or ulcers on the mucous membrane of the esophagus after removal of the stent. When Danis stent was used as a final method of treatment in patients who do not fit for TIPS or liver transplant, the mortality rate reached 50%.Conclusion. To date, it is not yet clarified whether endoscopic hemostasis with self-expanding nitinol Danis stents should be firmly used in the treatment algorithm of patients with variceal bleeding; confirmation of initial clinical results in further comparative randomized controlled trials is necessary.
Diabetic autonomic neuropathy as a risk factor for emergencies
Authors: Sakovets T G
Published: November 2016

Diabetic autonomic neuropathy includes damage of various organ systems. The manifestations of autonomic neuropathy usually occur in setting of distal sensory motor polyneuropathy but autonomic disorders may be presented disproportionately compared to sensory and motor disorders. Diabetic autonomic neuropathy increases the risk of cardiac arrhythmias and sudden death, significantly reduces the patients’ quality of life, and exacerbates other vascular complications of diabetes mellitus. There are cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and urogenital forms of diabetic autonomic neuropathy and damaged function of autonomic nerve fibers involving respiratory system, pupils, sudoriferous glands, thermoregulatory and endocrine system. Cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy is the most studied, clinically meaningful and prognostically pejorative form of autonomic neuropathy. Autonomous diabetic neuropathy can cause frequent emergency admissions of patients with this pathology, increased mortality in patients with diabetes, which requires informing of general practitioners, endocrinologists, and intensivists about the features of the clinical manifestations and course of this disease.
A rare form of metabolic myopathy in a neurologist’s practice
Authors: Zagidullina K L , Popova N A , Filippova Yu V
Published: November 2016

Secondary metabolic myopathies develop in endocrine pathologies, different somatic diseases, electrolyte disorders and in some vitamin deficiency. Myopathic syndrome caused by vitamin D deficit is a rear pathologic condition, for this reason it is difficult to diagnose it. Proper diagnosis has a vital importance for proper treatment choice. The article describes a rear form of the metabolic myopathy in a young female admitted to the neurology department because of significant leg weakness. A thorough examination revealed no pathology of internal organs. On physical examination moderate lower flaccid paresis with reduced tendon reflexes was revealed. Muscle tone was normal. The absence of systemic inflammatory changes in blood tests as well as normal biopsy results ruled out dermatomyositis and polymyositis. Blood tests revealed deficiency of 25-OH-vitamin D. On vitamin D monotherapy leg weakness completely resolved. In case of myopathic syndrome it is necessary to have in mind such rear causes for its development as vitamin D deficiency.
Radioechocardiography in the evaluation of pulmonary hypertension
Authors: Akberov R F , Zogot S R , Tsibul’kin N A
Published: November 2016

Aim. To study the capabilities of radioechocardigraphy in the evaluation of pulmonary hypertension of various causes, early non-invasive detection of pressure increase in the pulmonary artery.Methods. The study included 800 patients with congenital (269) and acquired (217) mitral valve diseases, pulmonary embolism (140), primary pulmonary hypertension (57), coronary heart disease with acute myocardial infarction (117) of different age and gender. Digital radiography, linear tomography of chest, ECG, echocardiography, multidetector computed tomography angiography, and ultrasound of inferior vena cava were performed.Results. Radiocardiography combined with linear tomography and measurement of Moore index, right atrium index, transpulmonary distance, and width of right descending pulmonary artery at the level of intermediate bronchus, allows determining the degree, type (arterial, venous, capillary, and mixed) and cause of pulmonary hypertension. Digital radiography and linear tomography in 80% cases reveal signs of pulmonary embolism. Echocardiography makes it possible to study hemodynamics in pulmonary hypertension, to detect the dilation of the right heart, inferior vena cava, and renal veins, and to calculate the systolic pressure in the right ventricle, pulmonary artery, and right atrium. Radioechocardigraphy allows determining the cause and degree of pulmonary hypertension, and hemodynamic disorders. Sensitivity of the method for diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension is 89%, specificity is 90%, and precision is 92%.Conclusion. Radioechocardigraphy is a highly effective method for diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension; ultrasound of inferior vena cava, iliac veins, and veins of the lower limbs allows to determine the source of pulmonary embolism, to diagnose embologenicity of thromboses and to evaluate the need for vena cava filters.
XPP: X-ray Pump Probe station at BESSY II
Authors: Reinhardt Matthias , Leitenberger Wolfram
Published: November 2016

The X-ray Pump-Probe (XPP) experimental station predominantly aims at investigating hard and soft matter under a broad range of ambient conditions using time-resolved X-ray diffraction.
Haar Wavelet Collocation Method for Solving Riccati and Fractional Riccati Differential Equations
Authors: Shiralashetti S.C. , Deshi A.B.
Published: November 2016

In this paper, numerical solutions of Riccati and fractional Riccati differential equations are obtained by the Haar wavelet collocation method. An operational matrix of integration based on the Haar wavelet is established, and the procedure for applying the matrix to solve these equations. The fundamental idea of Haar wavelet method is to convert the proposed differential equations into a group of non-linear algebraic equations. The accuracy of approximate solution can be further improved by increasing the level of resolution and an error analysis is computed. The examples are given to demonstrate the fast and flexibility of the method. The results obtained are in good agreement with the exact in comparison with existing ones and it is shown that the technique introduced here is robust, easy to apply and is not only enough accurate but also quite stable.
Cities and Inequality
Authors: Michelangeli Alessandra , Peluso Eugenio
Published: November 2016

We propose an innovative methodology to measure inequality between cities. If an even distribution of amenities across cities is assumed to increase the average well-being in a given country, inequality between cities can be evaluated through a multidimensional index of the Atkinson (1970) type. This index is shown to be decomposabe into the sum of inequality indices computed on the marginal distributions of the amenities across cities, plus a residual term accounting for their correlation. We apply this methodology to assess inequality between Italian cities in terms of the distribution of public infrastructures, local services, economic and environmental conditions.
LaTeX - Know what you are missing
Authors: Maier Gunther
Published: November 2016

This article gives a brief introduction to \LaTeX\ and related tools. The aim is to give an overview, to demonstrate the flexibility and versatility of the software, and to assist the reader taking first steps using it. The article links to a number of valuable resources for further information.
Relación entre creatividad, inteligencias múltiples y rendimiento académico en alumnos de enseñanza media técnico profesional del área gráfica. Programa de intervención neuropsicológico utilizando las TIC.
Authors: Diaz Martínez Carola , Llamas-Salguero Fátima , López-Fernández Verónica
Published: November 2016

En el contexto de mejoramiento de la calidad de la educación en Chile, este estudio tiene como objetivo establecer si existe relación entre la creatividad,  las inteligencias múltiples y el rendimiento académico. Las pruebas de creatividad e inteligencias múltiples fueron aplicadas a 73 alumnos de 3º año de enseñanza media de la especialidad gráfica. Los estudiantes presentan una alta creatividad y un nivel medio en cuanto al desarrollo de las inteligencias múltiples. Existe una relación positiva entre la mayoría de las inteligencias múltiples con la creatividad, no obstante, es inexistente  la relación entre el rendimiento académico con la creatividad y también con las inteligencias múltiples. Se observa necesario incorporar, dentro del currículo escolar, metodologías que desarrollen la capacidad creativa y las inteligencias múltiples de los alumnos, instaurando en la práctica docente algunas estrategias innovadoras que permitan el máximo desarrollo de las capacidades de los alumnos y avanzar hacia una educación de alta calidad, considerando los aportes de la neuropsicología y de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC).
Contexto de Aplicación de las Normas Internacionales de Información Financiera
Authors: Ogliastri Gil-Falco José Gregorio , García Carvajal Santiago
Published: November 2016

Las NIIF para PYMES difieren de las NIIF plenas principalmente del método de medición de los instrumentos financieros, mientras en las plenas se mide estos activos a valor razonable en las PYMES se mide a costo de adquisición, siempre y cuando la entidad no sea subordinada de una controlante o su impacto no represente riesgos importantes en los Estados financieros, de acuerdo con la NIIF 7 Instrumentos financieros, información a revelar.

Pero es posible que en mediano plazo, algunas PYMES en Colombia, tengan que optar por algunas opciones de capitalización atreves de  diferentes opciones de combinación de negocios, debido a que se estima un incremento de las inversiones en Colombia por parte de los países con los cuales Colombia sostiene un Tratado de libre comercio y una rápida capitalización de las PYMES nacionales, debido a los incentivos fiscales que otorga la ley 1429 del 2010 por cinco años, a partir de la creación de la empresas.

En este contexto es fundamental sumergirse en la interpretación de las NIIF y de las NICS, debido a que en la actualidad muchos empresarios y asesores, se están limitando a un simple cambio de cuentas contables. De la adecuada interpretación depende la planeación financiera y la presentación de los Estados Financieros. Por lo cual muchas empresas podrían estar incurriendo en costos tributarios innecesarios por efectos de incremento en las bases gravables o en costos de oportunidad altos, perdiendo oportunidades de financiamiento y de capitalización. 
Aprovechamiento de residuos orgánicos agrícolas y forestales en Iberoamérica
Authors: Chávez Porras Álvaro , Rodríguez González Alejandra
Published: November 2016

Las actividades antrópicas han generado desarrollo de la economía y con ello lo que se conoce como consumismo; al día de hoy se presenta como resultado un incremento de residuos o materiales que son descartados. Cuando estos tienen una gestión y/o disposición inadecuada, se generan efectos nocivos que favorecen los estragos, ayudados con la presencia de fenómenos extremos. Considerando el problema,  donde el total de los residuos sólidos generados en las zonas urbanas es aprox. 1,3 millones de t/año, con una tasa per cápita de 1,20 kg/día – siendo el 46% residuos sólidos orgánicos. En algunos sectores como el agrícola y forestal, Iberoamérica, se plantean alternativas de manejo de estos desechos, con la metodología de las 3R’s donde se proyecta reducir, reutilizar y reciclarlos; para mejorar su gestión y crear prácticas de “Producción Más Limpia” con el fin de establecer procesos sostenibles que favorezcan el aprovechamiento y mejoren el rendimiento de la producción, especialmente la agrícola. El presente trabajo muestra una revisión de la gestión de los residuos sólidos orgánicos de zonas agrícolas y forestales; así como sus alternativas de reúso, que han sido implementadas en diferentes países, forjando alternativas de adaptación sobre los cambios que se presentan
Boundaries: an Interdisciplinary (Hi)Story
Authors: Strauss Danie
Published: November 2016

The experience and awareness of boundaries forms an integral part of being human. This article investigates the systematic philosophical underpinnings of our understanding of the nature of boundaries, in some instances supported by historical considerations. It stands to reason that boundaries are related to our awareness of spatial relationships, even though this awareness cannot avoid incorporating the distinction between entities and properties, reflected in the distinction between the concrete what and the how of reality. Differences between the original (mathematical) meaning of space and other contexts within which we encounter analogies of spatial boundaries are considered by paying attention to the problem of accounting for physical space (which is neither continuous nor infinitely divisible), biotic and sensory space (compare notions such as Umwelt, ambient and environment) as well as the significance of closed and open systems also for inter-human relationships displaying a solidary unitary character, analogous to thermodynamic open systems. Boundaries between different modes of explanation finally underscore the typical on-going task of philosophy, namely to investigate boundary questions. It will be argued that the problem of the multivocal nature of the term boundary only finds a satisfactory solution if it is embedded in a non-reductionist ontology.

Die ervaring van grense vorm ‘n integrale deel van menswees. Hierdie artikel ondersoek die sistematies-wysgerige onderbou van ons verstaan van die aard van grense. In sommige gevalle word hierdie ondersoek ondersteun deur oorwegings uit die geskiedenis van die filosofie en die vakwetenskappe. Dit spreek vanself dat grense verband hou met ons besef van ruimteverhoudinge, selfs al kan hierdie besef nie ontkom aan die onderskeiding tussen entiteite en hul eienskappe, soos wat dit gereflekteer word in die onderskeid tussen die konkrete wat en die hoe van die werklikheid nie. Verskille tussen die oorspronklike (wiskundige) sin van ruimte en ander kontekste waarin analogieë van die aard van ruimtelike grense ter sprake kom, word in oënskou geneem deur die probleem aan die orde te stel van hoe ons rekenskap moet gee byvoorbeeld van fisieke ruimte (wat nie kontinu en oneindig verdeelbaar is nie), biotiese en sensitiewe ruimte (bedink terme oos Umwelt, “ambient” en omgewing), asook die betekenis van geslote en oop sisteme, ook vir die aard van inter-menslike relasies wat oor ‘n solidêre eenheidskarakter beskik, analoog aan termodinamiese oop sisteme. Die grense tussen verskillende verklaringsmodi belig die voortgaande taak van die filosofie om rekenskap van grensvrae te gee. Die argument wat gevoer word loop uit op die gevolgtrekking dat die probleem van ‘n meersinnige gebruik van terme soos grense slegs tot ‘n bevredigende oplossing gebring kan word indien hierdie probleem in ‘n niereduksionistiese ontologie ingebed word.
Salidroside Regulates Inflammatory Response in Raw 264.7 Macrophages via TLR4/TAK1 and Ameliorates Inflammation in Alcohol Binge Drinking Induced Liver Injury
Authors: Sun Peng , Song Shun-Zong , Jiang Shuang , Li Xia , Yao You-Li , Wu Yan-Ling , Lian Li-Hua , Nan Ji-Xing
Published: November 2016

The current study was designed to investigate the anti-inflammatory effect of salidroside (SDS) and the underlying mechanism by using lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated RAW 264.7 macrophages in vitro and a mouse model of binge drinking induced liver injury in vivo. SDS downregulated protein expression of toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) and CD14. SDS inhibited LPS-triggered phosphorylation of LPS-activated kinase 1 (TAK1), p38, c-Jun terminal kinase (JNK), and extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK). Degradation of IκB-α and nuclear translocation of nuclear factor (NF)-κB were effectively blocked by SDS. SDS concentration-dependently suppressed LPS mediated inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) protein levels, as well as their downstream products, NO. SDS significantly inhibited protein secretion of interleukin (IL)-1β. Additionally C57BL/6 mice were orally administrated SDS for continuous 5 days, followed by three gavages of ethanol every 30 min. Alcohol binge drinking caused the increasing of hepatic lipid accumulation and serum transaminases levels. SDS pretreatment significantly alleviated liver inflammatory changes and serum transaminases levels. Further investigation indicated that SDS markedly decreased protein level of IL-1β in serum. Taken together, these data implied that SDS inhibits liver inflammation both in vitro and in vivo, and may be a promising candidate for the treatment of inflammatory liver injury.
Nonsurgical Treatment of Aseptic Periprosthetic Gout Flare of the Knee
Authors: Chen Foster , Glezos Christopher , Blum Yossef , Hossack Michael , Schwechter Evan M.
Published: November 2016

Case:

Gout is a rarely reported cause of a painful knee following total knee arthroplasty, but it can mimic infection in its symptomatology and workup. Two individuals who had previously undergone a knee replacement and had a history of gout had symptoms of infection. These patients presented with knee warmth and effusion, and they had elevated inflammatory markers and synovial cell counts. In both cases, there was a good response to medication, and surgery was avoided.

Conclusion:

Although simultaneous infection can occur, aseptic periprosthetic gout should be considered in individuals with a known history of gout, in those with a good response to anti-gout medication, and when there is an otherwise negative workup for infection.
A pecs block to enable mastectomy in an elderly patient
Authors: MORIMOTO YASUHIRO , TANAKA ERIKO , SHIMAMOTO YOKO
Published: November 2016

A 94‐year‐old female suffered from heart failure 1 month prior to surgery and was treated with oral therapies. A breast tumour with local skin invasion was confirmed, and surgery was recommended. Because of concerns that general anesthesia might interfere with her haemodynamics, she was scheduled for a total mastectomy under regional anaesthesia. We used 40 ml of 0.227% ropivacaine for the pectoral nerve (pecs) block under ultrasound guidance. Dexmedetomidine was administered intravenously before the block; the dose was 0.15‐0.65 μg.kg‐1.hr‐1 during surgery. Local infiltration with 0.5% lidocaine was used to manage intraoperative pain. Her haemodynamic status was maintained during the block and surgery, and no opioids were required. At the end of the procedure, the patient was pain‐free. We conclude that the pecs block is useful in the anaesthetic management of high‐risk patients during breast surgery.
Ciprofloxacin, citalopram and omeprazole: A common recipe for disaster?
Authors: Watson Hannah , Hassan Sameena , Trotter Christopher
Published: November 2016

A 50‐year old caucasian female underwent planned surgery of her previously reconstructed right breast following mastectomy for cancer. Additional past medical history included depression and heartburn for which she took citalopram and omeprazole respectively. Intravenous ciprofloxacin was given at induction of anaesthesia because she was known to have a penicillin allergy. During the operation non‐sustained ventricular tachycardia developed that was treated with intravenous magnesium sulphate. The authors hypothesise that drug interactions may have contributed to this event and wish to highlight possible consequences of simultaneous use of common medications during anaesthesia.
Choice of heat and moisture exchange filters for the 'in‐between size' paediatric patient
Authors: Tan Selene , Hee Hwan Ing
Published: November 2016

We present a case of increased airway resistance due to the use of a small heat and moisture exchange filter (HMEF) in a 9‐year‐old male undergoing adenotonsillectomy. Paediatric HMEF size selection should be based on the tidal volume range as recommended by the manufacturer. In practice, however, it is more frequently based on the weight of the child. HMEF sizing based solely on the weight of the child may be inappropriate, especially for children who are 'in‐between sizes'. We highlight the important factors for consideration when selecting a paediatric HMEF.
Dexmedetomidine and ketamine sedation for maxillofacial surgery
Authors: Kaushal Sonali , Thakur Jai Ram
Published: November 2016

Dexmedetomidine and ketamine have been used together for sedation in various operative procedures. A calm, sedated, pain‐free, cooperative patient with preserved airway reflexes, respiratory drive and haemodynamic stability can be achieved with this combination and we report its successful use in two patients who underwent surgery for maxillofacial fractures.
Prone positioning induced tachyarrhythmias from an implantable central venous access device
Authors: Suhail Farrukh , Varley Aine , Buggy Donal
Published: November 2016

We present a case report of position‐dependent tachyarrhythmia following prone positioning for surgery in a 42‐yr‐old female with a left‐sided totally implantable venous access system (TIVAS) in‐situ. TIVASs are becoming increasingly popular for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and who may present for either elective or emergency surgery.
Topical anaesthesia in patients with post‐thyroidectomy haemorrhage using the “spray‐as‐you‐go” technique
Authors: Gao Youguang , Lin Xianzhong , Zeng Kai , Lin Caizhu
Published: November 2016

Postoperative haematoma following thyroidectomy is an uncommon but potentially life‐threatening complication. In such cases, awake fibreoptic intubation may be an option. We report our experience of performing awake fibreoptic nasal intubation in two patients with post‐thyroidectomy haemorrhage. We have designed a novel topical anaesthesia catheter that can pass through the working channel of the fibreoptic bronchoscope in order to apply topical solution to the airway mucosa. Topical anaesthesia was applied to the airway using a “spray‐as‐you‐go” technique via this catheter.
Numerical routing of tracer concentrations in rivers with stagnant zones
Authors: Parsaie Abbas , Haghiabi Amir Hamzeh
Published: November 2016

Modeling pollution transmission in rivers is an important subject in environmental engineering studies. Numerical approaches to modeling pollution transmission in rivers are useful tools for managing the water quality. The advection-dispersion equation is the governing equation in the transport of pollution in rivers. Recently, due to advances in fractional calculus in engineering modeling, the simulation of pollution transmission in rivers has been improved using the fractional derivative approach. In this study, by solving the fractional advection-dispersion equation (FRADE), a numerical model was developed for the simulation of pollution transmission in rivers with stagnant zones. To this purpose, both terms of the FRADE equation (advection and fractional dispersion) were discretized separately and the results were connected using a time-splitting technique. The analytical solution of a modified advection-dispersion equation (MADE) model and observed data from the Severn River in the UK were used to demonstrate the model capabilities. Results indicated that there is a good agreement between observed data, the analytical solution of the MADE model, and the results of the developed numerical model. The developed numerical model can accurately simulate the long-tailed dispersion processes in a natural river.