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https://medcraveonline.com/JDHODT/non-carious-cervical-lesionsnbsp-nccl.html
Authors: GOLDBERG Michel
Published: February 2023

The cervical junction constitutes the anatomic limit between the crown and the root.1 Cervical lesions display two major variations: wedge-shaped and saucer-shaped lesions. Other lesion aspects have also been reported: shallow, concave, notched and irregular lesions. The cervical junction includes three different structures: enamel, dentin, and cementum, each displaying specific properties. Cervical lesions result from attrition, erosion, abrasion, or abfraction. There is a consensus on the etiology of three first types of lesions, however what is leading to an abfraction is a matter of discussion, with diverging etiological factors that remains controversial. Either it could be a stress-induced lesion related to the distribution of von Mises forces that potentiate cervical wear, or it is related to the physicochemical differences between enamel, cementum, and dentin, including their respective density and resistance to abrasives (brushing, toothpastes, acidic beverages and foods). Restorations are using mostly glass ionomer cements or resin-based composites. Failures of cervical adhesive restorations are numerous. The selection of appropriate treatment protocols implies substantial changes in the habits of the patient (tooth brushing, acidic beverages, and food intake), and the removal of excess material and final polishing.
Esthetic rehabilitation of maxillary incisors with porcelain veneer and lithium disilicate full coverage crown
Authors: Kalghoum Imen , Jbeniany Mayssa , Hadyaoui Dalenda , Ayachi Islem El , chbil Mohamed Mouldi , Riahi Zeineb , Chrif Mounir
Published: February 2023

The aim of this article is to show the interest of minimally invasive restorations (ceramic veneers and lithium disilicate full coverage crown) to restore the appearance of discoloured, fractured teeth or teeth with diastemas providing esthetic results and solving problems related to the size, shape, and color of the anterior upper teeth. For this purpose, a correct diagnosis, careful treatment plan, clinical and laboratory procedures offered a satisfying esthetic outcome. Moreover, digital design can be used to enhance the final result since it offers a better predictability of the proposed treatment and facilitates communication with patient. It can be concluded that lithium disilicate restoration is a predictable and long lasting treatment option with which not only esthetics but also the strength and function of teeth can be re-established. The objective of this case report is to highlight the steps in dental rehabilitation using ceramic veneers reinforced by lithium disilicate. The objective of this case report is to describe all steps of dental rehabilitation using ceramic restorations reinforced by lithium disilicate.
Virus transmission to humans of genetically unstable rhesus monkey cellular sequences: A possible forerunner of complex human illnesses
Authors: Martin W John
Published: February 2023

The production of human virus vaccines in virus-contaminated cultured animal cells provides the opportunity for genetic alterations in the respective vaccine and culture-contaminating viruses. Poliovirus vaccines were previously produced in kidney cell cultures from cytomegalovirus infected rhesus and African green monkeys. Viruses can undergo an immune evasion process termed stealth adaptation. It involves the deletion or mutation of the genes coding for the relatively few virus components that are normally targeted by the cellular immune system. As earlier reported, additional genetic sequences of cellular and bacterial origin can be incorporated into replicating stealth adapted viruses. This article confirms the incorporation of rhesus monkey genome-derived genetic sequences in certain stealth adapted viruses cultured from patients with the chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). The virus-incorporated cellular-derived sequences differ slightly from the originating cellular sequences reflecting mutational changes and genetic instability. Ongoing mutations are also apparent in the minor differences in the genetic sequences seen in similar PCR products generated from the cultures of the two different CFS patients. Mutated human cellular genome-derived genetic sequences were also detected in the culture from one of the CFS patients. This is consistent with homologous recombination between human sequences and the virus-incorporated monkey cellular sequences. The transmission of genetically unstable, replicating monkey genomic sequences to humans and the potential of further transmission of mutated human genetic sequences between humans, warrants the attention of Public Health officials. The findings also question the continuing use of cultured animal cells to generate virus vaccines for human use.
Interaction of dermal filler and COVID-19’s mRNA vaccine
Authors: Davoodi Poorya , Hashemi Atousa , Yazdanpanahi Dehnavi Noushin , Ahmadfakhredin Negin , Jourablou Melika , Fouladi Ghareshiran Nima
Published: February 2023

Coronavirus 2019 has changed the life of the people and leads to death of more than 5.9 million people worldwide. In December 2020, two vaccines against COVID-19 were approved by Food and Drug Administration that are mRNA vaccines. While there are some concepts to produce special proteins against viral infections like mRNA, but for the first-time technology of using mRNA as a vaccine for producing certain proteins to cure patients. Some studies reported that there are some interactions between mRNA vaccines and dermal fillers and the main question is that mRNA vaccines are safe or not.
Imaging and histological approach to the diagnosis of pulmonary lesions by COVID-19: case report
Authors: Cabrales Fuentes Jose , Verdecia Barbie Susana , Mendoza Cabalé Alejandro Luis
Published: February 2023

A 52-year-old white female patient, a teacher by profession, with no personal pathological history of interest, was admitted to the intensive care unit of the "Lucía Íñiguez Landín" Clinical Surgical Hospital with pneumonia due to COVID-19, for which received several treatments persisting after 20 days of the same a marked severe restrictive ventilatory pattern without achieving improvement and died. Digital radiography images and chest computed tomography images were obtained, and a pulmonary histological study was also performed. The novelty of the case is given by the current relevance of the use of imaging and histological studies of this pandemic entity that has spread rapidly throughout the world whose histopathological changes are not fully understood, which undermines clinical identification adequate treatment of patients and the implementation of effective therapeutic strategies, which is why this article was prepared with the aim of showing the findings in the diagnostic imaging corroborated with histology.
Biological approach to synthesize TiO2 nanoparticles using Staphylococcus aureus for antibacterial and antibiofilm applications
Authors: Landage Kajal S , Arbade Gajanan K , Khanna Pawan , Bhongale Chetan J
Published: February 2023

Nano-sized materials have been an important tool in basic and applied sciences. A novel, low cost, green and reproducible bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus mediated biosynthesis of titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) was reported in the present study. Initial conformational studies were done using UV-visible spectroscopy and confirmed the synthesis of TiO2 NPs in the broth. The detailed characterization of the TiO2NPs was carried out using SEM, XRD, FTIR and Raman spectroscopy. From the SEM, it was confirmed that the sample showed the NPs were smooth and spherical with an average diameter of about 20nm. From FTIR analysis, it was confirmed that the TiO2 nanoparticles are crystalline in nature, which was confirmed by the FTIR peak at 518cm-1 corresponds to the TiO2 vibration present in a crystalline structure. Additionally, the synthesized NPs were also characterized by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and Particle size analyzer. This study was aimed to determine the antibacterial and antibiofilm activity of Titanium oxide nanoparticles against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial species and significant positive results against Bacillus subtilis and Escherichia coli were observed.
The microbial amylases: an overview with practical consequences and applications
Authors: Al-Bedak Osama Abdel Hafeez , Sakr Rabab Shobak , AL-Kolaibe Abdu MG
Published: February 2023

The amylase enzymes work to convert molecules of starch or glycogen into molecules of glucose or maltose. Amylases are produced by a large number of living organisms, including bacteria, plants, and people. Here, we provide an overview of these essential enzymes, outlining their classification, mechanism of action, applications in industry, and production technologies such submerged fermentation (SmF) and solid-state fermentation (SSF). The formulas used to determine amylase activity are also emphasized in this essay. Every data item in this document is explained with an illustration. This technical study might be essential for the work of the amylase enzyme.
Sterilization with generic vancomycins of Rattus norvegicus Sprague Dawley hearts from experimental endocarditis by E. faecalis ATCC 29212
Authors: Patiño L Abadía , B Hidalgo , LM Rojas
Published: February 2023

The use of generic antibiotics creates suspicion regarding the innovator. In many countries, especially those in the developing world, these drugs are abundant, due to the cost of the innovator acquisition. However, there are many therapeutic failures that doctors report with its use. The objective of this work was to evaluate the efficacy of generic vancomycin, to sterilize the hearts of Rattus norvegicus Sprague Dawley from experimental endocarditis caused with the vancomycin sensitive strain E. faecalis ATCC 29212. Adult male specimens of Rattus norvegicus Sprague-Dawley were used; they were inoculated with the E. faecalis ATCC 29212 strain (1.5 x 108 CFU / ml) intravenously, to produce an experimental endocarditis. The control rat was sacrificed 48 hours after bacterial inoculation. The remaining five rats, also inoculated with E. faecalis ATCC 29212, received the treatment for five days intramuscularly, one rat for each vancomycin under study. Generic vancomycins were from Behrens, Celovan, Fada Pharma, Vancomax, and Vancocyn. To verify the sterility of the hearts with the generic vancomycin, they were placed in BHI broth, at 35°C. Following incubation, E. faecalis ATCC 29212 colony growth was verified and CFUs were counted per gram of cardiac tissue. The control rat had a bacterial growth of 1.8 x 1012 CFU/g of cardiac tissue. The rats treated with Behrens, Vancocyn and Celovan sterilized the hearts, while those treated with Vancomax and Fada Pharma showed bacterial growth (2.8 x 1012 CFU/g and 4.2 x 1010 CFU/g, respectively). In conclusion, the pharmaceutical equivalence of a generic vancomycin, with respect to the innovator, does not guarantee therapeutic equivalence. More studies need to be done on generic antibiotics to ensure their human clinical use.
Secondary metabolites from endophytic fungi of moringa oleifera: antimicrobial and antioxidant properties
Authors: Nzube F Ekpunobi , O Enyi Emmanuel
Published: February 2023

The exponential increase in antimicrobial resistance among several microbes, now more than ever, poses a tremendous challenge to the health system. This has created an urgency to look outside the “norm” for antimicrobial agents that would be useful in tackling the various disease-causing microorganisms. Endophytes are microorganisms that not only have a niche within the plant tissues but also produce bioactive compounds which could be a significant breakthrough in the pharmaceutical industry, especially with the manufacture of novel drugs having an impactful effect on these disease-causing microbes. The study examined the secondary metabolites produced by endophytic fungi associated with Moringa oleifera as well as the antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of the crude extracts of these secondary metabolites against microbes of medical importance. To achieve this, the fresh leaves of moringa (Moringa oleifera) were collected from Ngwo in Enugu’s north local government area, Enugu State. Isolation of endophytic fungi was done using the protocol described by.13 The fungus was cultured by placing agar blocks of actively growing pure culture (3 mm in diameter) in a 500 ml Erlenmeyer flask containing 100 g of rice medium. Incubation was done at room temperature for 3 weeks. Afterward, the fermentation was stopped by introducing 500 ml of ethyl acetate into the flask. Whatman No. 1 filter paper was used to separate the fermentation mixture. Cultures of the bacteria and fungi were maintained on nutrient and Sabouraud dextrose agar respectively at 4 ºC. After the extraction had been done, antimicrobial activity was determined by agar well diffusion assay by Kirby-Bauer’s method. The result of the DPPH antioxidant assay of the endophytic fungal extract revealed that at a concentration of 100 µg/ml, Two Endophytic fungi, MA and MB showed antioxidant activity with % Inhibition of 55.1 and 48.3% respectively. The result of HPLC analysis of the fungal endophytic fungal metabolites revealed the presence of active compounds in the extracts. It was concluded that Moringa oleifera leaves harbor endophytic fungi. These endophytes could be exploited in medicine as novel metabolites.
Evaluation of phytotoxicity of sweet cheese whey in alfalfa and corn
Authors: de la Torre Alfonso Benítez , Ramírez Efraín Pérez , Morales-García Yolanda E , Muñoz-Rojas Jesús , Díaz-Ruíz Ramón , Morales-Almora Porfirio
Published: February 2023

The use of cheese whey in agricultural applications is an option to reduce the environmental impact caused when it is dumped without control. The purpose of this work was to measure the phytotoxicity of the sweet whey that is generated during the production of fresh cheese using seeds and seedlings of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) and corn (Zea mays L.) as test-object organisms. The variables evaluated were the lethal concentration (LC50) due to the inhibition of germination in both seeds, and the sublethal concentration (CSL) due to the decrease in the development of sprouts and seedlings. Four individual experiments were carried out under controlled laboratory conditions, both in Petri dishes with culture medium and in germinators with support, in a completely randomized experimental design (DECA) with five treatments (4, 8, 12, 16 and 20% of whey and a drinking water control) with a total of 252 experimental units. The results obtained indicate that sweet whey has an LC50-5 of 53% and a CSL-10 of 12% in alfalfa seeds (p<0.05) and an LC50-60 of 20% in alfalfa seedlings and an LC50-20 of 20% in corn seedlings. It was observed at 60 days that at concentrations between 4 and 6%, sweet whey has a growth-promoting effect on corn seedlings (p<0.05), concluding that it is possible to safely use diluted whey in sustainable agricultural practices.
Diversity of cultivated methylotrophs from the extremely oligotrophic system in the Cuatro Cienegas Basin, Mexico: An unexplored ecological guild
Authors: CastilloVillanueva Elizabeth , Valdivia-Anistro Jorge , CruzCórdova Ariadnna , Souza Valeria , Rosas-Pérez Irma
Published: February 2023

The simplest form of heterotrophy in the carbon cycle is to metabolize C1 compounds, this is a widely spread strategy that includes genus in different phyla inhabiting diverse environments that seem to have acquired the methanol dehydrogenase by horizontal gene transfer (HGT). The objective of this study was to isolate and explore the diversity of the ecological guild of methylotrophs in the water and riparian vegetation of the Churince system in the Cuatro Cienegas Basin (CCB), Coahuila, Mexico. Methylotrophy was verified by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification of the mxaF gene that encodes the α-subunit of the enzyme methanol dehydrogenase (MDH), while phylogenetic affiliations were assigned following 16S rRNA phylogenetic analyses. Among the isolated strains we observed a phylogenetic association with a common species of Methylobacterium (M. radiotolerans). In addition, other methylotrophs were isolated, like Methylorubrum aminovorans, Methylorubrum extorquems and Methylophilus methylotrophus. Interestingly, we also isolated other strains able to grow in methanol and mxaF+, their 16S rRNA identified them as Jiella, Pseudomonas, Rhizobium, Serratia and Stenotrophomonas. This study addresses, for the first time, the diversity of cultivated methylotrophic bacteria within CCB and inserts this knowledge in the context of a total inventory of the microbiota in the site.
Septoplasty and Turbinoplasty through Le Fort I Osteotomy
Authors: Sofia Oscimar
Published: February 2023

Aim: We describe the technique of septoplasty and turbinectomy/turbinoplasty performed concomitantly with orthognathic surgery, via the Le Fort I, after the push down of the maxilla. Objective: To describe the technique of septoplasty and turbinectomy concomitant with Le Fort I type osteotomy, through the same pathway, after the push down of the maxilla. Method: Literature review and description of surgical technique.
Surgical Management of Zygoma Fractures in Patients with Pre-injury Facial Asymmetry
Authors: A Spitz Jamie
Published: February 2023

Background: Deformational plagiocephaly (DP) is often treated with simple, conservative measures as an infant to correct calvarial deformities, however facial characteristics may persist into adulthood. We present a series of patients with pre–injury asymmetry and zygoma fractures that required alternative approaches to reduction and fixation due to their inherent calvarial deformities and/or facial scoliosis. Methods: Four consecutive cases of zygoma fractures requiring alternative reconstructive techniques were reviewed. Each patient was counseled on their inherent asymmetry and offered creative solutions to minimize deformity. Operative interventions ranged from simple open reduction and internal fixation to implant based malar augmentation. Results: Four patients with facial asymmetry underwent repair of traumatic zygoma fractures. Patient 1 had a remote history of DP with a cranial index 106%. Patients 2–4 did not have plagiocephaly but did display varying degrees of facial asymmetry. The timing of the first evaluation and surgery varied from 1 week to 10months. Patients 1 and 2 underwent camouflaging malar reconstruction using either autologous fat grafting or porous polyethylene implant placement. Patients 3 and 4 underwent traditional fixation with variable amounts of reduction. All patients achieved excellent facial symmetry or complete reduction of the ZMC congruent with their goals. There were no cases of postoperative complications related to lower lid position, nerve dysfunction, or infection. Conclusion: When patients with facial asymmetry have traumatic injury of the ZMC standard options may require modification to meet patient goals. Careful consideration of pre–injury appearance, reconstruction requirements, and thoughtful surgical planning allow for successful outcomes.
Study of Decannulation Problems Following Tracheostomy in Quadriplegics
Authors: Kishore Prasad Bipin
Published: February 2023

Aim: Decannulation of tracheostomy in cases of traumatic quadriplegia is always a challenge due to respiratory muscle paralysis, chest infections, aspiration and need to care for sacral sores. Aim of this study was to identify and overcome the difficulties in decannulation of tracheostomy in cases of quadriplegia due to cervical spinal cord injury. Material and methods: This prospective observational study was carried out in a tertiary care Spinal Cord Injury Center of a Military Hospital. Ten cases of tracheostomized traumatic quadriplegics were evaluated over 3years. Decannulation was considered once there was normal gag reflex, effective cough, manageable aspiration, oxygen saturation above 90%, no serious pulmonary compromise and no need for bed sores surgery. The cases were followed up for further one year post-decannulation. Results: Eight cases could be decannulated successfully. Only two cases could not be decannulated due to feeble chest movement, ineffective Cough, lack of motivation and occasional aspiration. Conclusion: Cervical cord injury patients have difficult decannulation due to weak respiratory muscles, ineffective cough, aspiration, pulmonary pathology and bed sores. Respiratory muscle exercise, quantified peak cough pressure, assisted coughing, risk benefit approach in aspiration, healing of bed sores and team work are keys to successful decannulation
Intra-operative monitoring during cochlear implant surgery
Authors: Nada Ebtessam
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Intra-operative monitoring during cochlear implant surgery is a tool to assess integrity of the equipment used and to assess the progress of array introduction and proper placement of the array with subsequent assessment of proper functioning of the device. Furthermore, Intra-op is used as a preliminary tool for subsequent CI mapping later on especially for difficult to test patients. Variable measures are present to perform Intra-operative measures include; electrophysiological measurement of electrode impedance (EI), electrically evoked compound action potential (ECAP), spread of excitation (SOE) and radiographic imaging modalities of plain X-ray radiograph, fluoroscopy, 3-dimensional (3-D) rotational x-ray, and intraoperative computed tomography (CT). Each of which has its own value and clinical implications. Conclusion: Each of intra-operative measures is used each to assess a certain parameter. The collaboration of all measures together results in a successful anatomic and functional electrode placement to be ready for post-operative mapping.
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) in wasit corporation textile industries
Authors: Hameed Husam Majeed , Eleue Alaa Husain , Hussein Faten Mahmood
Published: February 2023

Background: Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) is used to symbolize accumulative and persistent hearing loss due to progressive exposure to high levels of noise for months or year. Design: A cross-sectional study. Setting: Al-Karama Teaching Hospital and Wasit Co. Textile Industries. Aims and objective: To specify frequency of hearing loss among workers in the knitting industry, to registration the level of the noise in the weaving department and to specify the realization about the impact of noise on the hearing. Materials and methods: From June to August 2011, the level of noise in the weaving department has been recorded. 200 workers had been sent to our hospital, interviewed according to already prepared questioner and audio logically assessed. Results and discussion: The mean level of noise at 12measurement points was 87-96dB. Which was greater than the allowable noise level for continuous 8 hours working per day? It has been established that 113 workers had NIHL, 29% of hearing loss (the greater percentage) was in the mild category (26-40dB) at high frequency (4-6KHz) group and the minimal NIHL notch within 2 kHz and 4KHz were 6% and 22% from the workers respectively. The hearing difficulty was not the most common complaints 29.4%, while ear discomfort was 55.4% and tinnitus was 43%, because NIHL usually include the high frequencies at first hence the worker can promote the NIHL and he didn't complain from loss of hearing. No one used the personal noise protective devices (PPD) and only 44 workers (24%) (P-value≤ 0.1) who considers that the noise is a hazard on health. Conclusion: Wasit Co. Textile Industries Noise measurement is greater than the allowable noise scale for 8 hours. NIHL can be developed many years before worker will complain from hearing loss.
Endoscopic management of intranasal meningoceles and meningoencephaloceles
Authors: Ruggeri Carlos S , Cajelli Ana Laura , Font Agustín Martínez
Published: February 2023

Objective: Determine the efficacy of the anterior skull base reconstruction in adult patients with intranasal meningoceles and meningoencephaloceles treated by endoscopic endonasal approach. Study design: Retrospective observational study of adult patients admitted to a tertiary hospital. Materials and methods: Intranasal meningocele was defined as a protrusion of meninges through a defect in the skull base forming a cyst filled with cerebrospinal fluid in the nasal cavity or paranasal sinuses. If the cyst had brain tissue it was called meningoencephalocele. The electronic clinical records of patients admitted with suspected of intranasal MC or MEC between January 2010 and December 2018 were reviewed. All patients treated by endoscopic endonasal approach were included. We excluded those cases with anterior skull base previous surgeries (iatrogenic or following tumoral resections), reconstruction with external surgical approaches and those who were less than 18 years old. Results: Intranasal MC was the most frequent lesion (6/5) and there was one patient with MEC (1/6). 5 cases were idiopathic and one patient had history of transnasal surgery. A total of 83,3% of the cases were primary surgeries and one patient had 3 prior MC surgeries. Only in four of them (66,6%) the lesion location was detected by at least one of the studies (CT, MRI and/or endoscopy). We performed a multilayer closure technique in all patients. During the immediate postoperative period, one patient had acute meningitis. One patient had a CSF leak recurrence 4 months after surgery. The success rate of the reconstructions performed by endonasal approach was 83.33% (5/6). The average follow-up of the patients was 15 months. Conclusion: The effectiveness of the anterior skull base reconstruction in adult patients with meningoceles and meningoencephaloceles performed by endoscopic endonasal approach in our series was 83.33% (5/6). This procedure is currently the gold standard due to its high efficacy and low morbidity. According to current studies, it is recommended to perform the reconstruction with a multilayer technique.
Art-of-living: Validation of a novel concept to enhance one’s well-being
Authors: Schmitz Bernhard , Schumacher Bettina
Published: February 2023

Background: Positive Psychology (PP) explores the question of how to lead a fulfilled life with the overarching goal of increasing the general population’s well-being. Established PP approaches focus on individual characteristics such as personality attitudes and traits. A relatively new focus of well-being research that was inspired by ancient Greek philosophy, art-of-living, additionally focuses on the behavior of individuals with high well-being. Art-of-living is a holistic model of self-care strategies that address several areas (body, mind, and soul) and can be integrated into everyday life. The current paper will test the convergent and incremental validity of the art-of-living construct and investigate its potential use for PP research. To do so, we assessed the relationship of art-of-living with both well-being and two well-established concepts shown to promote well-being: happiness orientation as well as character strengths and virtues. In addition, we examined whether the art-of-living concept has added value in terms of predicting well-being as well as how it relates to other interrelated constructs. In doing so, we assume that art-of-living behaviors function as a mediator between global attitudes, character strengths, and well-being. We conducted an online survey with 636 participants from German speaking countries. Our results suggest that art-of-living is a valuable concept worthy of further attention in PP research
Six aspects of openness to experience
Authors: SV Nekljudova
Published: February 2023

This paper presents a detailed review of international literature sources about openness to experience, and describes six aspects of openness to ideas, openness to actions, openness to aesthetics, and openness to fantasy openness to feelings. Systematized and presented current results of international studies of this problem
Beneficial effects of zinc on reducing severity of depression
Authors: Basharat Shahnai , Gilani Syed Amir , Mustafa Qamar Muhammad , Basharat Ayesha , Basharat Nyla
Published: February 2023

There are many causes and factors that lead towards depressions including hypertension, illness, chronic diseases, physical illness, some medications, but one of the major causes regarding nutritional point of view for depression is zinc deficiency. Zinc is a trace mineral which is required by our body in a minute amount. From many researches zinc has been entitled as an important element for normal physiological as well as pathological functioning. Zinc has a lot of biological functions in our body like in immune system, growth and development, reproductive system, diarrhea, respiratory infections, wound healing, hair loss, decreased levels of t helper cells and many more. Zinc acts as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and also in the process of apoptosis. Zinc plays fundamental role in cellular metabolism and modulates the synaptic activity of cells. Zinc also plays its role at molecular level by regulating the expression of genes. Zinc deficiency can cause many clinical problems. It can affect our neurological system as well as neurodegenerative system and hence it can be a cause of depression, anxiety, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and many more. Therefore, this article aimed to highlight the important role of zinc in reducing the severity of depression
Self-esteem, posttraumatic stress disorder and suicidal ideation among victims of sexual violence
Authors: Mashat David Mallo , Zubiaru Kwambo Dagona , Paradang Clement Gogwim , Dami Binan Evans
Published: February 2023

Over the past years, suicide and suicidal ideation have become a Mental Health concern in Nigeria. With this concerns, the study examined the impact of Self-esteem and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder on suicidal ideation among victims of sexual violence. In line with the study objectives, three research questions and three hypotheses were formulated and tested. Participants for the study consisted of 28(23 Christians and 5 Muslim) victims/survivors of different forms of sexual violence from 3 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) who support victims of sexual violence, drawn through a purposive sampling technique. Participants were within the age range of 11-31 years. Results revealed that self-esteem has no significant main effect on suicidal ideation F (1, 24) =.439, p=.514 while PTSD has a significant main effect on suicidal ideation F (1, 24) =0.032. The results also showed that self-esteem and PTSD do not have any significant interaction effects on suicidal ideation F (1, 24) =1.56, P=.224. It was recommended that all victims of sexual violence and other traumatic experience should undergo psychological evaluation to help alleviate the symptoms and distress
Mental health and victimization: an exploratory study in prions of Cape Verde
Authors: Conde Ana Rita , Dias Jorge , Souto Teresa , Gamito Pedro
Published: February 2023

Background: There is insufficient information available regarding the psychopathological characteristics of the inmate population in low-middle-income countries as Cape Verde. Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of mental disorders in a sample of Cape Verdean inmates and explore its’ relation with victimization in the prison context. Participants and methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in 5 prisons of Cape Verde. 402 subjects were included in stratified convenience sample and assessed with Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) and a sociodemographic questionnaire. Data was analyzed using SPSS 25 software applying descriptive and inferential statistical measures. Results: Inmate´s mean age was 31, 16 years, mainly men (96%), single (87,6%) from Cape Verde (90,8%) with a basic level of education. 62.9% reported substance use problems. According to the psychopathological dimensions included in BSI, paranoid ideation, obsessive-compulsive and depressive symptoms stand out either in the sample or in the 2 sub-samples. Symptomatology was significantly higher among victims namely in interpersonal sensitivity), anxiety and hostility. The increasing reoccurrence of victimization in the past 12 months is associated with an increase in the severity of symptoms. Conclusion: Victimization and mental health problems should be identified as early as possible to enable joint and combined intervention, given the negative impact of psychopathological manifestations on the reintegration of prisoners in society affecting the reintegration of prisoners into society
Alexithymia among long-term drug users: a pilot study in Oporto
Authors: Souto Teresa , Alves Hélder , Conde Ana Rita , Pinto Luísa , Ribeiro Óscar
Published: February 2023

Increasing scientific evidence supports an association between alexithymia and psychoactive substance use. This study explores alexithymia´s expression in sample of long-term drug users, undergoing outpatient treatment in public health units in Oporto, Portugal, as well as its´ association with social demographic risk factors. Data was collected from a sample of 90 adults, participants, mainly men (n=90; 87%), considered to be old consumers (81% with a age>40 years), with a mean age of 46.1 years (SD=8.3; range=21–64).Two instruments were used: a sociodemographic questionnaire and the 20-item Toronto Alexithymia Scale (TAS-20). More than 51.1% of the individuals were alexithymic, indicating a high prevalence of deficits in emotional awareness. The treatment period varied from 0 to 15 years, included a medication in 55% of cases, mostly methadone (83%). This profile illustrates the gradual aging of the long-term users of illicit drugs and alcohol with a clear diagnosis of an emotional disorder. Therefore, clinicians who develop treatment strategies may want to take into account the likelihood that many of their patients may be alexithymic; in being so, they should integrate specific psychotherapeutic techniques that promote both the identification and the differentiation in emotionally dysfunctional patients.
The effectiveness of psycho education on psychological wellbeing of adolescents in Jos South LGA of Plateau State
Authors: Simon Bisji Jurbe , S Bisji Jurbe , J Umar Stephen , Ogbole Aboh J , Banje Yakubu M , Takyum Charity , Gideon Michael L , Ishaku Ali , Raymond Panmun
Published: February 2023

The study investigated the effectiveness of psycho-education on psychological wellbeing of adolescents in Jos South LGA of Plateau State. 48 adolescents were selected to participate in the study from two secondary schools through the simple random sampling technique. After the selection, the selected adolescents were divided into two groups (experimental and control group). The Design used in carrying out this study is the experimental design. The short form of the Adolescents Mental Health Continuum (MHC-SF) was used to measure psychological wellbeing of adolescents while psycho-education was given through 4 sessions of intensive training and activities targeted at improving adolescents’ level of psychological wellbeing. T-test was utilized in comparing the treatment and control group on the dependent variables. The hypothesis compared the treatment group with the control group, and the result shows that the treatment group scored higher than the control group on psychological wellbeing. (Means: Treatment: (70.92{SD 43.22}, Control: (52.00{SD 77.77}), p<0.000). Therefore, this study recommends that school authorities should encourage psycho-education as a special training for their students that will help improve their psychological functioning which will directly and positively influence their general wellbeing.
A soul searching emotional surgery into the heart of a borderline personality disorder
Authors: Puri Amita , N Navya , Banerjee Trisha
Published: February 2023

The present work focuses on enhancing the understanding of Optimism Attitude Model (OAM) in the management of individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder. Doing therapeutic interventions with BPD is a challenging task and requires lot of therapeutic jugglery on the part of the clinicians to sustain the motivation in ensuring the regularity of such individuals for therapy. This happens as their behaviour is unpredictable due to their disorder and the rate of drop out after few sessions is very high. Also there is a tendency to be non compliant in therapy as they keep challenging the clinicians for confrontations in a therapeutic setting so that they get a valid excuse for a kingly exit. Implications for this study are immense for the mental health professionals and family members of the individuals suffering from Borderline personality disorder. The limitations and the recommendations of the study are discussed in detail for way forward
The potential effects of relevant symptoms perceived by athletes and coping strategies upon athletics performance in competitive sport events
Authors: Hammoudi Nassib Sarra , Bessem Bessem , Mkaouer Mkaouer , Riahi Sabra Hammoudi , Wali Sameh Menzli , Nassib Sabri
Published: February 2023

Objectives: The current study aimed to underline the relevant symptoms perceived by athletes as well at examining the coping strategies which help them improve their performance in competitive sport events. Methods: 18 Tunisian national male athletes specialty 400m were voluntary recruited for this study. All of them were ranked in the top scorers at Tunisian national championship and competing at recent World Championships. Athletes first completed the inventory of stress symptoms before the competition and immediately following the trial, then they were asked to complete the Inventory Questionnaire of Coping Strategies in Sports competition. Results: The findings revealed that the development of the physical and psychological symptoms can impair the performance of the athletes. To cope with this stress, athletes use the Task-focused coping strategies and especially Effort expenditure and relaxation one. Likewise, athletes used more often Seeking support and Distraction distancing when the source of stress was related to physical problems. Conclusion: Its recommend that coaches should keep up related strategies in training sessions in order to control and modify the tension and stress before competition in a planned and regular method and coping strategies
Psychological violence in conjugality: a case study in light of systemic therapy
Authors: Coloss Patrícia Manozzo , Colossi Patrícia Manozzo
Published: February 2023

Psychological violence in the marriage presents itself as a multifaceted phenomenon that assumes importance in the field of psychotherapy for treating those involved in this context. The present case study refers to a 32 and 40 years-old heterosexual couple, no child, whose marital care took place for 20 sessions during 10 months of follow-up due to multiple conflicts. For the understanding of the case, we used a measurement scale of violence (CTS2) and reports of the couple psychological care. The CTS2 identified the presence of psychological violence and excluded other expressions of violence. They were identified with experiences of violence in families of origin of partners, communication difficulties and emotional expression, such aspects that extended the relational difficulties. The couple was assisted and helped in the recognition of their own family histories, their emotions and dissatisfaction and, as a result, could progressively recognize themselves as an active participant in conflict resolution, qualifying the relationship to both
The pathophysiology of neonatal jaundice in urosepsis is complex with mixed bilirubin!!!
Authors: Pius Kamsu Moyo Georges , Um Suzanne Sap Ngo , Awa Hubert Désiré Mbassi , Mah Evelyn , Chiabi Andreas , Ndombo Paul Olivier Koki
Published: February 2023

Urinary tract infection is one of the most common type of infections in neonates, with the capacity to induce neonatal jaundice which is another major emergency in neonates. However, the pathophysiology of this comorbidity is still poorly described in neonatology and the clinical implications insufficiently illustrated. The aim of this review is to contribute to shed more light over this issue in order to improve understanding and orientate therapeutic interventions. In this piece of work, we did a critical study of recent and pertinent articles on the topic available online. This enabled us to make a synthesis of current classifications of neonatal jaundice, with epidemiological, etiological and pathophysiological aspects of the comorbidity with urosepsis being discussed. We conclude with consequent therapeutic implications.
NSAIDS: Pain killers or kidney killers?
Authors: Gulati Sanjeev , Gulati Srishti , Ahmed Munawer , Sabhiki Abha
Published: February 2023

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Pattern of admission and outcome of neonates admitted to neonatal intensive care unit of alobaid pediatrics teaching hospital-North Kordofan state, Sudan
Authors: G.Tamomh Abdelhakam , Fadul Wafa , Ahmed Atif , Mohamed Ahmed Ibn Edriss
Published: February 2023

Background: Neonatal morbidity and mortality in our country is high; In order to improve neonatal outcome, it is crucial to identify the areas where health care can be improved. Therefore, studying the pattern of admission and outcome among neonates can be a valuable tool in auditing hospital performance. Materials and Methods: Descriptive cross sectional hospital based study. This study was covered all neonates fulfills case definition; admitted to NICU of Alobaid pediatric teaching hospital during the period from November 2020 to April. Results: the study show the pattern of admission and outcome among neonates with sample size of 750, most of them admitted at the first 24 hours of birth (94%), (70.8%) were term and almost the half of neonates had birth weight less than 2.5 kg (42.1%). The majority of the admitted neonates were delivered via caesarian-section (62.8%). Moreover, the most common cause of admission among them was prematurity and especially RDS (29%), neonatal sepsis (16.5%) and TTN (14%).About tow third of admitted neonates were discharge on good condition (70%) and the overall mortality was 152 neonates (20.4%). Additionally gestational age, maternal complication and antenatal care follow-up were found to be significantly associated with the neonatal outcome. Conclusion: prematurity, RDS and neonatal sepsis were most common cause of admission and death, all these etiologies are preventable up to some extent, and if detected earlier can be effectively treated in order to reduce morbidity and mortality. As (62.8%) of admitted neonates were delivered via caesarian-section, a revisit for the indications of cesarean deliveries may help to improve the neonatal outcome.
Effect of structure and mechanics on left ventricular aneurysm: A theoretical study
Authors: Misra J C , Dandapat S , Mallick B
Published: February 2023

Of concern in the paper is a theoretical study of the effect of ventricular structure and mechanics on left ventricular aneurysm. A mathematical model has been developed by considering the left ventricle as an ellipsoidal shell. The structural non-homogeneity of the ventricle has been taken into account by considering the three distinct layers that exist in the left ventricle. The study pertains to an early stage of formation of the aneurysm (bulging), when the damage area is not too large. In view of this,it is assumed that the ellipsoidal geometry of the left ventricle is preserved, even after the formation of the aneurysm and also that the volumes of the three individual muscle layers after infarction remain equal to the respective volumes before infarction. The theoretical study has been performed by employing suitable analytical methods. The derived analytical expressions have been computed, by taking appropriate values of different parameters involved in the study. The results have been validated in a proper way.
The deepest impacting discovery of the XX century derived from food science
Authors: Salatino Antonio , Sivero Mayworm Marco Aurelio , F Salatino Maria Luiza
Published: February 2023

The Haber-Bosch process, an industrial fixation of atmospheric nitrogen into crop fertilizers, enabled increasing rates of food production soon after the First World War. The process contributed to alleviate famine episodes and to reduce the occurrence of sicknesses derived from malnutrition. Higher provision of food and health improvement in the second half of last century led to increasing rates of world population and the emergence of health problems derived from excess calory intake. Overpopulation and obesity are examples of present-day crises with roots in the Haber-Bosch process. Incoherently, despite the deep impact of the process in recent history, both Haber and Bosch are prominent characters of science history almost unknown by people all over the world.
The potentiality of papaya (Carica papaya) fruit pulp on the functional properties and physicochemical content of camel milk yoghurt
Authors: Saeed Ahmed Fawzia Bahar Eldai , Mohamed El Zubeir Ibtisam El Yas
Published: February 2023

This experiment was designed in order to assess the addition of papaya fruits pulp on processing properties and compositional quality of camel milk yoghurt. Three treatments consisted of addition of papaya (0%, 3% and 7%) were made. The incubation of yoghurt samples were done using plastic cups at 43 ºC and then stored at 4 ºC, where the chemical components were determined seven times at regular intervals during 21 days. The obtained data revealed that the addition of papaya fruits pulp showed significant (P<0.001) effect on all physicochemical properties of camel milk yoghurt. There were significant increased in total solids, fat and ash content, while significant decrease were found for levels of protein and acidity for the yoghurt samples made from camel milk fortified with papaya. The storage period also showed significant (P<0.001) effect on all physicochemical properties of camel milk yoghurt. The present study concluded that addition of papaya pulp improved processing properties and the chemical constituents of camel milk yoghurt. Effort on raising the awareness among urban consumers about the nutritional and functional contribution of camel milk and products is highly recommended.