bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Case Story: Line Driving Horizontal Producer/Injector Patterns Increasing Recovery for Thin Carbonate Reservoir, Oman
Authors: Zhao Limin , Yang Shuang , Zhao Guoliang , Guo Rui , Duan Tianxiang , Wang Jun
Published: July 2011

Block B is located in northwest of Oman basin and its target formation is thin Early Cretaceous Shuaiba limestone reservoir with high porosity and low permeability. The reservoir is confined by faults towards northeast and southwest and trapped by lithology towards northwest and southeast. It was brought on stream in 1990 with vertical producers and the development situation was deteriorated heavily for years of natural depletion.

Based on the detail geological and reservoir engineering study, the line driving horizontal producer/injector patterns along the striking of the faults were optimized and implemented in the full block. During the early stage of water injection, the ratio of injection/production was about 3 to restore the formation pressure as soon as possible and made the free gas dissolve back into the oil. When the formation pressure was resumed to about bubble point pressure, the ratio of injection/production was reduced for balance. Close monitoring of production performance and streamline study were carried out to guide the magnitude of production and injection and keep the waterflooding front advancing evenly to increase the sweep efficiency. As of Dec., 2010, great success was achieved as the oil rate was increased from less than 2,000b/d at the depletion stage to 10,000b/d and the recovery factor was about 30%.
Potential Pharmacologic Treatments for Cystinuria and for Calcium Stones Associated with Hyperuricosuria
Authors: Goldfarb David S.
Published: July 2011

Two new potential pharmacologic therapies for recurrent stone disease are described. The role of hyperuricosuria in promoting calcium stones is controversial with only some but not all epidemiologic studies demonstrating associations between increasing urinary uric acid excretion and calcium stone disease. The relationship is supported by the ability of uric acid to “salt out” (or reduce the solubility of) calcium oxalate in vitro. A randomized, controlled trial of allopurinol in patients with hyperuricosuria and normocalciuria was also effective in preventing recurrent stones. Febuxostat, a nonpurine inhibitor of xanthine oxidase (also known as xanthine dehydrogenase or xanthine oxidoreductase) may have advantages over allopurinol and is being tested in a similar protocol, with the eventual goal of determining whether urate-lowering therapy prevents recurrent calcium stones. Treatments for cystinuria have advanced little in the past 30 years. Atomic force microscopy has been used recently to demonstrate that effective inhibition of cystine crystal growth is accomplished at low concentrations of L-cystine methyl ester and L-cystine dimethyl ester, structural analogs of cystine that provide steric inhibition of crystal growth. In vitro, L-cystine dimethyl ester had a significant inhibitory effect on crystal growth. The drug's safety and effectiveness will be tested in an Slc3a1 knockout mouse that serves as an animal model of cystinuria.
The Relationship between Epicardial Adipose Tissue and Malnutrition, Inflammation, Atherosclerosis/Calcification Syndrome in ESRD Patients
Authors: Turkmen Kultigin , Kayikcioglu Hatice , Ozbek Orhan , Solak Yalcin , Kayrak Mehmet , Samur Cigdem , Anil Melih , Zeki Tonbul Halil
Published: July 2011

Background and objectives

Malnutrition, inflammation, atherosclerosis/calcification (MIAC) and endothelial dysfunction are the most commonly encountered risk factors in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease in ESRD patients. Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is the true visceral fat depot of the heart. The relationship between CAD and EAT was shown in patients with high risk of coronary artery disease. In this study, we aimed to investigate the relationship between EAT and MIAC syndrome in ESRD patients.

Design, setting, participants, & measurements

Eighty ESRD patients and 27 healthy subjects enrolled in this cross-sectional study. EAT and coronary artery calcification score were measured by a multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) scanner. Patients with serum albumin <3.5 mg/dl were defined as patients with malnutrition; those with serum C-reactive protein level >10 ng/dl (normal range, 0–5 ng/dl) had inflammation; and those with CACS >10 had atheroscleosis/calcification.

Results

Total CACS and EAT measurements were significantly higher in ESRD patients when compared with healthy subjects. There was a statistically significant relationship between EAT and CACS in ESRD patients (r = 0.48). EAT measurements were higher in PD patients than HD patients. Twenty-four of the patients had no component, 31 had one component, 17 had two components, and nine had all of the MIAC components. EAT was found to be significantly increased when the presence of MIAC components increased. EAT was positively correlated with age, body mass index, and presence of MIAC. These parameters were also found as independent predictors of increased EAT.

Conclusions

We found a relationship between EAT and components of MIAC syndrome in ESRD patients.
The effect of genotype on production and slaughter properties of broiler chickens
Authors: Petricevic V. , Pavlovski Z. , Skrbic Z. , Lukic M.
Published: July 2011

Objective of the research was to investigate the effect of genotype on
production and slaughter properties of broiler chickens. The usual technology
of broiler production was implemented, therefore fattening lasted 42 days.
Trial included total of 2070 broiler chickens of following hybrids: Cobb 500,
Ross 308 and Hubbard Classic. Chickens of genotypes Cobb 500 and Ross 308
realized significantly higher average body masses compared to Hubbard
chickens. The highest mortality rate in the trial was recorded in Hubbard
genotype. Chickens Cobb 500 and Ross 308 had the same feed conversion and
statistically insignificant differences in production indices, whereas the
values of these parameters in Hubbard chickens were significantly less
favourable. The breast depth as carcass conformation measure showed no
statistically significant differences between genotypes. Significantly higher
values of breast angle were established in chickens of Cobb 500 compared to
other two genotypes, whereas the highest values of thigh girth and the
metatarsus length were established in Ross 308 chickens. Better slaughter
results were obtained in carcasses of Cobb 500 genotype, chickens of both
genders. Share of abdominal fat in percentage was similar in all genotypes,
so the genotype had no significant effect on variation of this trait.
Influence of the prebiotic Salgard and a herb mixture on Pekin ducklings in organic poultry production, part II: Histological and microbiological investigation
Authors: Gerzilov V. , Penchev G. , Lyutskanov M. , Bochukov A. , Bozakova N. , Popova-Ralcheva S. , Sredkova V.
Published: July 2011

The purpose of this investigation was to study the influence of the prebiotic
Salgard and an herb mixture (rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano and cinnamon) on
the histostructure of some internal organs and on the intestinal microflora
of Pekin ducklings in an organic production system. Seventy two Pekin
ducklings distributed randomly into 3 groups of 24 birds each and sexed (12
?and 12 ?) were used as followed: group I (control) fed a standard diet;
group II - fed the same diet supplemented with the prebiotic Salgard at a
concentration of 0.15 %, and group III - fed the same diet supplemented with
0.15 % of a herb mixture in an equal proportion (0.03% of each herb -
rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano and cinnamon). At slaughter, material for
histological examination was obtained from the ileum, the caeca, the liver
and the kidneys of birds. Faecal content from the ileum and the caeca were
submitted to microbiological analysis. The addition of Salgard in a
concentration of 0.15 % to the diet of Pekin ducklings contributed to
significant increasing the length of the villi intestinales (P<0.001) and
diameter of intestinal glands (P<0.01) in the ileum and epithelial height
(P<0.05) in the caeca, as well as with a reduction of pathogenic intestinal
microorganisms in the birds that received the prebiotic and herb mixture.
Analysis of applied biosecurity measures in boars sperm production
Authors: Stankovic B. , Hristov S. , Petrujkic T. , Bojkovski J. , Maksimovic N. , Delic N.
Published: July 2011

This paper gives a detailed analysis of the applied biosecurity measures in
the production of boar sperm at a swine reproduction center. Biosecurity
indicators (existence of a written biosecurity plan, isolation, introduction
of newly acquired animals into the herd, herd health, assessment of the
personnel attitude towards equipment, traffic control, attitude towards
visitors, feeding and watering control, manure management, disposal of dead
animal carcasses, attitude towards other animals, rodents and birds control,
sanitation) were viewed and evaluated by rating scale: (5) - excellent, (4) -
very good, (3) - good, (2) - sufficient, (1) - insufficient, there are
resources for improvement (0) - insufficient, with no resources for
improvement. Obtained data were analyzed in the SWOT process, taking into
account all the strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities for
improving the biosecurity level. The situation in the center is rated as very
good, with an average rating of 4.15. However, one disadvantage is serious
and related to the boar facilities isolation possibilities, taking into
account their location and the presence of two types of male breeding animals
(boars and bulls) in the same location. Newly acquired breeding animals are
purchased from various sources, but with a rigorous regime of control and not
at the same time.
Influence of order of lactation on milk production and somatic cell count in Alpine goats
Authors: Memisi N. , Bogdanovic V. , Zujovic M. , Tomic Z.
Published: July 2011

In this paper, the annual results of the effect of lactation on milk
production, the contents of some chemical parameters in the milk (milk fat,
protein and dry matter without fat) and somatic cells in milk goat breeds
Alpino in intensive production during one production year. Control is
included a total of 82 French Alpine goats in different lactations (first-16
heads, the second-19 heads, 29 heads the third-and fourth and subsequent
lactation together-18 heads).). Somatic cell count and chemical quality of
milk is controlled on a daily basis in the laboratory for raw milk AD
"Dairies" - Subotica on the machine CombiFoss FC 6200. The variability of the
analyzed characteristics is presented descriptive parameters and the effect
of lactation is determined by a factorial analysis of variance. The average
value for somewhat milk goats for the treated population was 362.83 kg, with
average milk fat content of 3.31%. Analysis of variance confirmed that the
differences that were established under the influence of lactation for all
traits analyzed, except for percentage of milk fat, were significant at P
<0.01.
Covalent modification of single wall carbon nanotubes upon gamma irradiation in aqueous media
Authors: Jovanovic Svetlana , Markovic Zoran , Kleut Duska , Tosic Dragana , Kepic Dejan , Marinovic-Cincovic Milena , Holclajtner-Antunovic Ivanka , Todorovic-Markovic Biljana
Published: July 2011

Single wall carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) were exposed to gamma radiation,
absorbing the doses of 25, 50 and 100 kGy in aqueous environment. After the
irradiation treatment, the changes in the structure were studied using
Fourier Transform Infrared and Raman spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis
and atomic force microscopy. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy has
shown that the irradiation of SWCNTs in aqueous environment leads to covalent
functionalization of SWCNTs. The irradiation of water leads to its radiolysis
and the formation of free radical species of different types. These species
react with nanotube sidewalls and in such way carboxylic and hydroxylic
groups are covalently bonded to the sidewalls of SWCNTs. Thermogravimetric
analysis was used to estimate the total amount of covalently bonded groups.
The highest ratio of covalently bonded groups appears in nanotubes irradiated
with the 100 kGy dose. Raman spectroscopy proves that the increase in
irradiation doses leads to an increase of structural disorder of SWCNTs,
presumably in the form of defects in carbon nanotube walls. Examination of ID
to IG ratio shows a three times larger degree of structural disorder after
the irradiation treatment with 100 kGy. The analysis of carbon nanotube Raman
spectra RBM bands determined the presence of both semiconducting and metallic
carbon nanotubes after gamma irradiation treatment. These measurements prove
that gamma irradiation treatments have a nonselective effect regarding
different chirality and therefore conductance of nanotubes. Atomic force
microscopy shows a significant carbon nanotube shortening as the effect of
gamma radiation treatment. Nanotubes with length between 500 nm and 1 ?m are
predominant.
Retinal periphlebitis in patients with multiple sclerosis
Authors: Stamenkovic Miroslav , Obradovic Dragana
Published: July 2011

Background/Aim. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an immunemediated disorder of the
central nervous system (CNS), characterized by inflammation, demyelination
and axonal loss. Retinal periphlebitis (RP) is often present in MS patients
with similar evolution and histopathological changes as MS lesions. The aim
of this study was to analyze the presence of RP in MS patients during
different clinical phases, and its connection with impairment of blood-brain
barrier. Methods. The study included 45 patients (26 females and 19 males)
with MS. Their average age was 33.2 ? 8.1 years. There were 28 patients with
relapsing-remitting (RR) form, 7 with primary progresive (PP) and 10 with
secondary progressive (SP) form of MS. There were 27 patients in the relapse
and 18 patients in the remission phase. The average MS duration was 7.48 ?
1.3 years. Ophthalmological, neurological and MRI examination were performed
in all the patients, as well as cerebrospinal fluid sampling. Albumin ratio
and IgG index were calculated in all the patients. Results. There were 9
patients with RP, and 36 without it. MS duration was significantly longer in
the RP group. RP was much more common in the progressive form and was not
present in the remission phase of MS. Albumin ratio values were increased in
the group with RP. IgG index and IgG synthesis according to Tourtellotte
formula, were statistically higher in the group of patients with RP. The
values of visual evoked potentials (VEP's) latency were significantly higher
in the group of patients with RP. Conclusion. The presence of RP is a
reliable indicator of MS activity and might be considered as a parameter for
monitoring the disease activity and effects of the treatment.
Endovascular repair of posttraumatic multiple femoral-femoral and popliteal-popliteal arteriovenous fistula with Viabahn and excluder stent graft
Authors: Sarac Momir , Marjanovic Ivan , Jevtic Miodrag , Misovic Sidor , Zoranovic Uros , Rusovic Sinisa
Published: July 2011

Background. Traumatic arteriovenous (AV) fistula is considered to be a
pathologic communication between the arterial and venous systems following
injury caused mostly by firearms, sharp objects or blasting agents. Almost
50% of all traumatic AV fistulas are localized in the extremities. In making
diagnosis, besides injury anamnesis data, clinical image is dominated by
palpable thrill and auscultator continual sounds at the site of fistula,
extremities edemas, ischemia distally of fistula, pronounced varicose
syndrome, and any signs of the right heart load in high-flow fistulas. Case
report. We presented a male 32-year-old patient self-injured the region of
the right lower and upper leg by shotgun during hunting in 2005. The same day
the patient was operated on in a tertiary traumatology health care
institution under the diagnosis of vulnus sclopetarium femoris et cruris dex;
AV fistula reg popliteae dex; fractura cruris dex. The performed surgery was
ligatura AV fistulae; reconstructio a. popliteae cum T-T anastomosis;
fasciotomia cruris dex. Postoperatively, in the patient developed a multiple
AV fistula of the femoral and popliteal artery and neighboring veins. The
patient was two more times operated on for closing the fistula but with no
success. Three years later the patient was referred to the Clinic for
Vascular Surgery, Military Medical Academy, Belgrade, Serbia. A physical
examination on admission showed the right upper leg edema, pronounced
varicosities and high thrill, signs of the skin induration and initial
ischemia with ulceration in the right lower leg, as well as numerous scars in
the inner side of the leg from the previously performed operations. Due to
the right heart load there were also present easy getting tired, tachypnoea
and tachycardia. CT and contrast angiography verified the presence of
multiple traumatic AV fistulas in the surface femoral and popliteal artery
and neighboring veins of the highest diameter being 1 cm. Also, numerous
metallic balls - grains of shotgun were present. After the preoperative
preparation under local infiltrative anesthesia, transfemoral endovascular
reconstruction was done of the surface femoral and popliteal artery by the
use of stent grafts Viabahn 6 ? 50 mm and excluder PXL 161 007. Within the
immediate postoperative course a significant reduction of the leg edema and
disappearance of thrill occurred, and, latter, healing of ulceration, and
disappearance of signs of the foot ischemia. Also, patient's both cardiac and
breathing functions became normal. Conclusion. In patients with chronic
traumatic AV fistulas in the femoropopliteal region, especially with multiple
fistulas, the gold standard is their endovascular reconstruction which,
although being minimally traumatic and invasive, offers a complete
reconstruction besides keeping integrity of both distal and proximal
circulation in the leg.
Effects of Hawley retainers on consonants and formant frequencies of vowels
Authors: Kayikci Mavis Emel Kulak , Akan Seden , Ciger Semra , Ozkan Soner
Published: July 2011

Objective:

To assess (1) whether Hawley retainers cause speech disturbance and (2) the duration of speech adaptation to Hawley retainers with objective and subjective tests.

Materials and Methods:

Twelve adolescents, aged 11.11 to 18.03 years, were included in this study. The assessment of speech sounds were done subjectively using an articulation test and objectively using acoustic analysis before and after Hawley retainer application.

Results:

After wearing Hawley retainers, patients showed statistically significant speech disturbances on consonants [ş] and [z]. Regarding the vowels, statistically significant changes were recorded with [i], while F1 increased and F2 and F3 decreased.

Conclusions:

The tongue changes its target position with the application of a foreign body within the mouth; however, in time it adapts to that new situation.
Total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy for treatment of otitis externa and media in a rabbit
Authors: Chow Eric P. , Bennett R. Avery , Whittington Julia K.
Published: July 2011

Case Description—A 7-year-old spayed female Miniature Rex European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) was evaluated because of scratching at the right ear. Physical examination revealed purulent exudate in the right ear canal.

Clinical Findings—Microbial culture of the exudate yielded Pseudomonas aeruginosa susceptible to marbofloxacin; however, the infection was refractory to appropriate medical treatment. Computed tomography revealed isoattenuating material within the right tympanic bulla and external ear canal with no enhancement following IV administration of contrast medium. The left tympanic bulla appeared normal.

Treatment and Outcome—A total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy were performed on the right ear, and polymethylmethacrylate beads containing either gentamicin or cefazolin were placed within the bulla and surrounding tissues. Two weeks after surgery, the patient appeared comfortable with no signs of scratching at the right ear.

Clinical Relevance—Total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy can be successfully performed for treatment of chronic otitis externa and media in rabbits. Cartilage plates that compose the external ear canal, a bony acoustic duct, lack of a horizontal ear canal, and thickness of the lateral aspect of the tympanic bulla are features unique to rabbits and have not been described in relation to these surgical procedures in rabbits. Rabbits also produce a caseous exudate, and it is difficult to resolve infections of bone and soft tissues. Placement of antimicrobial-impregnated polymethylmethacrylate beads is recommended to minimize the risk of recurrent infection.
Cystic endometrial hyperplasia and chronic endometritis in a chinchilla
Authors: Granson Hilary J. , Carr Anthony P. , Parker Dennilyn , Davies Jennifer L.
Published: July 2011

Case Description—A 4-year-old nulliparous sexually intact female chinchilla (Chinchilla lanigera) was evaluated because of a 2-month history of blood being sporadically observed in its cage.

Clinical Findings—Results of physical examination of the chinchilla were unremarkable except for the presence of blood-stained fur around the perineum. There were no external lesions to account for the bleeding. Findings on urinalysis, bacteriologic culture of urine, and whole-body radiography were unremarkable. The chinchilla's littermate had been evaluated because of similar clinical signs 2 years earlier, and these signs resolved following ovariohysterectomy.

Treatment and Outcome—Ovariohysterectomy was performed, and gross changes were not observed in the reproductive tract. However, microscopic examination revealed multifocal cystic dilation of the endometrial glands, foci of microhemorrhage, and chronic suppurative inflammation consistent with a final diagnosis of cystic endometrial hyperplasia and chronic endometritis. Clinical signs did not recur.

Clinical Relevance—Cystic endometrial hyperplasia has been documented in a variety of animals, but to the authors' knowledge, this was the first reported case in a chinchilla. Cystic endometrial hyperplasia and chronic endometritis should be considered as a differential diagnosis in an adult sexually intact female chinchilla with a history of suspected hemorrhagic vaginal discharge, suspected hematuria, or hemorrhage from an unknown source.
Results of beetles (Coleoptera) survey of Zástudánčí National Nature Reserve (Central Moravia) 2008 - part 1
Authors: Nakládal Oto
Published: July 2011

Results of beetles (Coleoptera) survey of Zástudánčí National Nature Reserve (Central Moravia) 2008 - part 1

During the beetles survey of Zástudánčí National Nature Reserve (Central Moravia), 3585 specimens belonging to 857 species from 64 families were recorded. Faunistic data of 23 of them (Haliplidae, Dytiscidae, Carabidae, Hydrophilidae, Histeridae, Hydraenidae, Ptiliidae, Leiodidae, Scydmaenidae, Silphidae, Staphylinidae, Lucanidae, Geotrupidae, Scarabaeidae, Buprestidae, Cerophytidae, Eucnemidae, Throscidae, Elateridae, Drilidae, Lycidae, Lampyridae, and Cantharidae) are presented. Presenting data represent 2191 specimens belonging to 456 species. Critically endangered species (according to Red list of theatened species in the Czech Republic - Invertebrates) Negastrius pulchellus and N. sabulicola (Elateridae) and Cerophytum elateroides (Cerophytidae) were recorded.
The reasons for low intrapopulation genetic variation in Lamium incisum Willd
Authors: Wąsowicz Katarzyna , Szczecińska Monika , Sawicki Jakub
Published: July 2011

The reasons for low intrapopulation genetic variation in Lamium incisum Willd

The paper presents results of a study which aim was preliminary screening of intrapopulation genetic variability in Lamium incisum Willd. This weed species is rarely distributed in Poland and lessening its count during the last years. As a plant inhabiting anthropogenic sites it is exposed to extreme conditions and disturbances caused mostly by the progressive intensification of agriculture. In order to investigate the genetic variability of the selected population markers of ISSR category were used. The analysis of chosen individuals with use of three ISSR primers revealed total of 49 loci, of which only 15 were polymorphic. Nei's gene diversity index (HE=0.099) and the mean number of alleles per locus (AE=1.160) indicated low genetic diversity within the examined population. The research presented in this paper allows for a better learning of the genetic variability of the investigated species and considers probable factors influencing its level.
Recent occurrence of moss Buxbaumia viridis (Bryophyta, Buxbaumiaceae) in the Kłodzko region (Central and Eastern Sudetes, SW Poland)
Authors: Cykowska Beata , Vončina Grzegorz
Published: July 2011

Recent occurrence of moss Buxbaumia viridis (Bryophyta, Buxbaumiaceae) in the Kłodzko region (Central and Eastern Sudetes, SW Poland)

A rare epixylous moss, Buxbaumia viridis (Moug. ex Lam. & DC.) Brid. ex Moug. & Nestl., was searched at historical localities in the Kłodzko region, especially in Bialskie and Bystrzyckie Mts. The species was rediscovered at two localities in the upper part of the valley of Jedlnik stream on the east slope of Iwinka Mt. in Puszcza Śnieżnej Białki Nature Reserve. This paper presents data on autecology of B. viridis at one of the rediscovered localities as well as shows its current distribution in the Kłodzko region.
Presidential laugh lines: Candidate display behavior and audience laughter in the 2008 primary debates
Authors: Stewart Patrick A.
Published: July 2011

Political humor has long been used by candidates to mobilize supporters by enhancing status or denigrating the opposition. Research concerning laughter provides insight into the building of social bonds; however, little research has focused on the nonverbal cues displayed by the individual making humorous comments. This study first investigates whether there is a relationship between facial display behavior and the presence and strength of laughter. Next, the analysis explores whether specific candidate displays during a humorous comment depend on the target of the comment. This paper analyzes the use of humor by Republican and Democratic candidates during ten 2008 presidential primary debates. Data analyzed here employs laughter as an indicator of a successful humorous comment and documents candidate display behavior in the seconds immediately preceding and during each laughter event. Findings suggest specific facial displays play an important communication role. Different types of smiles, whether felt, false, or fear-based, are related to who laughs as well as how intensely the audience is judged to laugh.
Human embryonic stem cell research and Proposition 71:Reflections on California's response to federal policy
Authors: Burgin Eileen
Published: July 2011

In response to former President George W. Bush's funding limitations on human embryonic stem cell (hESC) research, California voters in 2004 passed Proposition 71, the most expansive state-funded medical research initiative in United States history. This study examines California's experiment in the life sciences, a particularly fitting analysis now as President Barack Obama has freed up additional federal funding for hESC research. In addition to exploring the general pitfalls of states, rather than the federal government, serving as principal players on hESC science and the perceived flaws in California's program, the analysis considers the strengths of state activism and of California's enterprise. On balance, given the Bush administration's policy on hESC research, the U.S. benefitted from state innovation. Moreover, even with the new federal regulatory policy on hESC research, California should be able to mesh its program with the federal initiative and remain a prime mover in this arena. The essay draws on informal interviews with key actors in California and on Capitol Hill in 2008 and 2009.
The Problem of Infertility with Hyperprolactenemia
Authors: Dhakal Samjahana
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5053 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 7-11
Primary Amenorrhea in Kashmiri Adolescent Females - A Hospital Based Study
Authors: Rasool Shubana , Hakeem Aijaz , Shafi Hakim , Mufti Shahida
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5054 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 12-16
Lifestyle Analysis of Infertile Couples at a Rural Hospital - Review Over Twenty Years
Authors: Samal Swarnlata L , Karpate Shilpaja J , Kanchan Dhadwe
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5057 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 26-31
Etiology of Febrile Illness during Pregnancy
Authors: Shrestha Nira Singh , Thapa Meena
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5059 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 37-39
A Randomized Clinical Trial of Misoprostol and Oxytocin for Induction of Labour
Authors: Loto OM , Ayuba II , Adebara IO , Ikuomola AA , Onwudiegwu U
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5061 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 44-48
Missed Diagnosis of Cesarean Scar Pregnancy: A Growing Reality
Authors: Dhar Rinku Sengupta , Bhargava Vijaylaxmi
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5062 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 49-52
Rudimentary Horn Pregnancy with Intrauterine Fetal Death
Authors: RC Laxmi , Nagar Puspa , Sribastava Madhiri
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5063 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 53-54
A Live Baby Resulting Out of a Term abdominal Pregnancy: A Case Report
Authors: Raut Bhaktabatsal , Acharya Shreedhar
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5064 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 55-57
Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery of an Average Sized Dead Baby with Hand Prolapse at Term: A Case Report
Authors: Dhakal Samjhana
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5065 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 58-59
Late Onset Horner's Syndrome during Postoperative Epidural Analgesia
Authors: Rani Kanchan , Prasad Mukesh Kumar
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5066 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 60
Hospital Based Clinical Protocol for the Management of Gestational Trophoblastic Disease at Maternity and Women's Hospital
Authors: Baral Gehanath , Vaidya Achala , Verma Sheela
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i1.5067 NJOG 2010 Jul-Aug; 5(1): 61-67
Prevalence of Gender Based Violence among Pregnant Women: A Hospital Based Study
Authors: Chaudhary Pushpa , Chaudhary Shrawan Kumar , Shrestha Madhu
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5072  NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 17-22
Hysterectomy and Psychiatric Illness
Authors: Sharma Pushpa Prasad
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5073 NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 23-25
Assessment of Lead Levels in Maternal and Cord Blood at Jaunpur District of Uttar Pradesh, India
Authors: Mittal Anugya , Agrawal Prashant , Tripathi Shaila , Singh Taj Bali , Tripathi Sunil Kumar
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5076NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 32-37
Outcome of Obstructed Labour in Kano, Nigeria
Authors: Omole-Ohonsi Abiodun , Belga Francis
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5077NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 38-42
Post Operative Infective Morbidity in Gynaecological and Obstetrical Surgeries at KMCTH
Authors: Thapa Meena , Shrestha Nira S , Bhandari Nitin , Karki Chanda , Padhye Saraswati M
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5078NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 43-45
Vulvar Pigmented Growth: A Psychological Concern?
Authors: Pathak Deeptara , Agrawal Sudha , Dhali Tapan
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5079 NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 46-47
Huge Nulliparous Prolapse with Cervical Dystocia
Authors: Seth Shikha , Singh Dinesh K , Deoghary Rajni
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5081  NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 50-51
Eisenmenger's Syndrome in Pregnancy
Authors: Khatri Ratna , Khatri Devendra , Pandey Arya , KC Nagendra
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5083NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 55-56
Tetrology of Fallot Complicated by Pregnancy Induced Hypertension
Authors: Shrestha Abhishek , Gurung Geeta , Baral Josie , Rana Ashma
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v5i2.5084 NJOG 2010 Nov-Dec; 5(2): 57-58
Modified C-7 neurotization in the treatment of brachial plexus avulsion injury
Authors: Lin Haodong , Lv Duanqing , Hou Chunlin , Chen Desong
Published: July 2011

Object

Contralateral C-7 transfer is often used in patients with brachial plexus avulsion injury. Traditionally, the contralateral C-7 root has only been transferred to a single nerve, such as the median or radial nerve. In this study, the authors aimed to evaluate the efficacy of contralateral C-7 transfer to 2 different recipient nerves in patients with brachial plexus avulsion injuries.

Methods

Between 2004 and 2008, 10 patients with brachial plexus root avulsions underwent nerve reconstruction using a modified C-7 neurotization technique. In this procedure, the contralateral C-7 root was transferred via vascularized ulnar nerve grafts to both the musculocutaneous nerve and the median nerve on the affected side.

Results

The strength of the biceps muscles increased to M3 or M4 in 6 patients and to M2 in 2 patients. The median nerve transfers led to regained motor function and strength of the wrist and finger flexors with improvement to M3 in 5 patients. Seven patients showed notable gains of sensory function (≥ S3).

Conclusions

Contralateral C-7 transfer to 2 different recipient nerves is a feasible and efficient approach in patients with brachial plexus avulsion injuries when the donor nerve is limited.
Intraoperative confocal microscopy in the visualization of 5-aminolevulinic acid fluorescence in low-grade gliomas
Authors: Sanai Nader , Snyder Laura A. , Honea Norissa J. , Coons Stephen W. , Eschbacher Jennifer M. , Smith Kris A. , Spetzler Robert F.
Published: July 2011

Object

Greater extent of resection (EOR) for patients with low-grade glioma (LGG) corresponds with improved clinical outcome, yet remains a central challenge to the neurosurgical oncologist. Although 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA)–induced tumor fluorescence is a strategy that can improve EOR in gliomas, only glioblastomas routinely fluoresce following 5-ALA administration. Intraoperative confocal microscopy adapts conventional confocal technology to a handheld probe that provides real-time fluorescent imaging at up to 1000× magnification. The authors report a combined approach in which intraoperative confocal microscopy is used to visualize 5-ALA tumor fluorescence in LGGs during the course of microsurgical resection.

Methods

Following 5-ALA administration, patients with newly diagnosed LGG underwent microsurgical resection. Intraoperative confocal microscopy was conducted at the following points: 1) initial encounter with the tumor; 2) the midpoint of tumor resection; and 3) the presumed brain-tumor interface. Histopathological analysis of these sites correlated tumor infiltration with intraoperative cellular tumor fluorescence.

Results

Ten consecutive patients with WHO Grades I and II gliomas underwent microsurgical resection with 5-ALA and intraoperative confocal microscopy. Macroscopic tumor fluorescence was not evident in any patient. However, in each case, intraoperative confocal microscopy identified tumor fluorescence at a cellular level, a finding that corresponded to tumor infiltration on matched histological analyses.

Conclusions

Intraoperative confocal microscopy can visualize cellular 5-ALA–induced tumor fluorescence within LGGs and at the brain-tumor interface. To assess the clinical value of 5-ALA for high-grade gliomas in conjunction with neuronavigation, and for LGGs in combination with intraoperative confocal microscopy and neuronavigation, a Phase IIIa randomized placebo-controlled trial (BALANCE) is underway at the authors' institution.
Protective Effects of Methanolic Fruit Extract of Solena amplexicaulis in Carbon Tetrachloride Induced Hepatotoxicity on Rat
Authors: Hanwathe Parameshwar , Bobbala Ravi Kumar , Gottumukhala Krishna Mohan , Yellu Narsimha Reddy
Published: July 2011

Key words: Carbon tetrachloride; Silymarin; Solena amplexicaulis; hepatoprotective activity; biochemical parameterDOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/sjps.v3i2.5953 S.J. Pharm. Sci 3(2): 01-06
Water Solubility Enhancement of Atorvastatin by Solid Dispersion Method
Authors: Uddin Riaz , Ali Farzana , Biswas Subrata Kumar
Published: July 2011

Key Words: Solid dispersions; solvent evaporation method; atorvastatin; HPMCDOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/sjps.v3i2.8036 S.J. Pharm. Sci 3(2): 43-46
Prevalence of Anemia in Khulna, Bangladesh and Comparative Study among Available Hemantinic Preparations
Authors: Jhanker Yeakuty Marzan , Huda Naz Hasan , Uddin Riaz
Published: July 2011

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/sjps.v3i2.8038 S.J. Pharm. Sci 3(2): 49-50
Seasonal Variation of Water Quality and Phytoplankton Response Patterns in Daya Bay, China
Authors: Sun Cui-Ci , Wang You-Shao , Wu Mei-Lin , Dong Jun-De , Wang Yu-Tu , Sun Fu-Lin , Zhang Yan-Ying
Published: July 2011

Data collected from 12 stations in Daya Bay in different seasons in 2002 revealed the relation between water quality and phytoplankton response patterns. The results showed that Daya Bay could be divided into wet and dry seasons by multivariate statistical analysis. Principal component analysis indicated that temperature, chlorophyll a and nutrients were important components during the wet season (summer and autumn). The salinity and dissolved oxygen were the main environmental factors in the dry season (winter and spring). According to non-metric multidimensional scaling, there was a shift from the large diatoms in the dry season to the smaller line-chain taxa in the wet season with the condition of a high dissolved inorganic nitrogen and nitrogen to phosphorous concentration ratio. Nutrient changes can thus alter the phytoplankton community composition and biomass, especially near the aquaculture farm areas. There was no evidence of an effect of thermal water from the nearby nuclear power plants on the observed changes in phytoplankton community and biomass in 2002.
Bioactivities from Marine Algae of the Genus Gracilaria
Authors: De Almeida Cynthia Layse F. , De S. Falcão Heloina , De M. Lima Gedson R. , De A. Montenegro Camila , Lira Narlize S. , De Athayde-Filho Petrônio F. , Rodrigues Luis C. , De Souza Maria de Fátima V. , Barbosa-Filho José M. , Batista Leônia M.
Published: July 2011

Seaweeds are an important source of bioactive metabolites for the pharmaceutical industry in drug development. Many of these compounds are used to treat diseases like cancer, acquired immune-deficiency syndrome (AIDS), inflammation, pain, arthritis, as well as viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. This paper offers a survey of the literature for Gracilaria algae extracts with biological activity, and identifies avenues for future research. Nineteen species of this genus that were tested for antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antihypertensive, cytotoxic, spermicidal, embriotoxic, and anti-inflammatory activities are cited from the 121 references consulted.
Thinking in Terms of Structure-Activity-Relationships (T-SAR): A Tool to Better Understand Nanofiltration Membranes
Authors: Fernández José F. , Jastorff Bernd , Störmann Reinhold , Stolte Stefan , Thöming Jorg
Published: July 2011

A frontier to be conquered in the field of membrane technology is related to the very limited scientific base for the rational and task-specific design of membranes. This is especially true for nanofiltration membranes with properties that are based on several solute-membrane interaction mechanisms. “Thinking in terms of Structure-Activity-Relationships” (T-SAR) is a methodology which applies a systematic analysis of a chemical entity based on its structural formula. However, the analysis become more complex with increasing size of the molecules considered. In this study, T-SAR was combined with classical membrane characterization methods, resulting in a new methodology which allowed us not only to explain membrane characteristics, but also provides evidence for the importance of the chemical structure for separation performance. We demonstrate an application of the combined approach and its potential to discover stereochemistry, molecular interaction potentials, and reactivity of two FilmTec nanofiltration membranes (NF-90 and NF-270). Based on these results, it was possible to predict both properties and performance in the recovery of hydrophobic ionic liquids from aqueous solution.
TRIM5 Acts as More Than a Retroviral Restriction Factor
Authors: De Silva Suresh , Wu Li
Published: July 2011

The retrovirus restriction factor TRIM5α blocks post-entry infection of retroviruses in a species-specific manner. As a cellular E3 ubiquitin ligase, TRIM5α binds to the retroviral capsid lattice in the cytoplasm of an infected cell and accelerates the uncoating process of retroviral capsid, thus providing a potent restriction to HIV-1 and other retrovirus infections. The precise mechanism by which this restriction is imposed remains under scrutiny, and evidence is lacking to link the E3 ubiquitin ligase activity of TRIM5α to its ability to restrict retrovirus infection. In a recent study, Pertel and colleagues have uncovered the link between the two, providing compelling evidence to suggest that following the interaction with the retroviral capsid, TRIM5 triggers an antiviral innate immune response by functioning as a pattern recognition receptor [1]. This unique function of TRIM5 is dependent on its association with the E2 ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme complex UBC13-UEV1A and subsequent activation of the TAK1 kinase complex and downstream genes involved in innate immune responses. These findings have defined a novel function for TRIM5 as a pattern recognition receptor in innate immune recognition and provided valuable mechanistic insight into its role as a retroviral restriction factor. Here we discuss the significance of these new findings in understanding TRIM5-mediated HIV restriction.
ACCURACY ANALYSIS OF DIFFERENT SURFACE RECONSTRUCTION MODELLING METHODS FOR HERITAGE OBJECTS DIGITIZED CONSIDERING PHOTOGRAMMETRIC DATA / SKIRTINGŲ RELJEFO MODELIAVIMO METODŲ, SUDARYTŲ PAGAL PAVELDO OBJEKTO FOTOGRAMETRINIUS DUOMENIS, TIKSLUMO ANALIZĖ / АНАЛИЗ ТОЧНОСТИ РАЗНЫХ МЕТОДОВ МОДЕЛИРОВАНИЯ ПОВЕРХНОСТИ, СОСТАВЛЕННЫХ В СООТВЕТСТВИИ С ФОТОГРАММЕТРИЧЕСКИМИ ДАННЫМИ ОБЪЕКТА АРХИТЕКТУРНОГО НАСЛЕДИЯ
Authors: Sužiedelytė-Visockienė Jūratė , Kumetaitienė Aušra , Bagdžiūnaitė Renata
Published: July 2011

The article explains the possibilities of reconstructing heritage objects. Measurements were made using photogrammetric data received from digital images taken by the Canon EOS 1D Mark III digital camera calibrated in the Institute of Photogrammetry at the University of Bonn (Germany). The images were received applying the PhotoMod photogrammetric software produced in Russia. TIN (Triangulated Irregular Network) and an orthophoto map were made in the investigated objects. The modelling analysis of TIN data was made using ArcGIS software. The purpose of the article is to reconstruct the surface of heritage objects referring to photogrammetric data, to investigate accuracy dependence of heritage object reflection on the methods of preparing the initial data and to evaluate the influence of modelling methods on to the accuracy of reconstructing heritage objects when modelling photogrammetric data and selecting the most appropriate method of modelling parameters to restore the most accurate surface of the heritage object.

Santrauka

Straipsnyje aprašomos paveldo – architektūrinio objekto paviršiaus modeliavimo galimybės. Modeliavimas atliktas pagal fotogrametrinius objekto duomenis–skaitmenines nuotraukas, darytas kalibruota fotokamera Canon EOS 1D Mark III. Kamera kalibruota Bonos universiteto Fotogrametrijos institute (Vokietija). Objekto nuotraukos apdorotos fotogrametrine kompiuterine programa PhotoMod (Rusija). Sudaryta objekto ortofotografinė nuotrauka ir, parenkant skirtingus duomenų šaltinius, paviršiaus TIN (triangulated irregular network). Skirtingais metodais, naudojantis ArcGIS programa, atliktas fotogrametrinių TIN duomenų modeliavimas ir gauti objekto paviršiaus vaizdai. Įvertintas rezultatų tikslumas ir kokybė.

Резюме

Описываются возможности моделирования поверхности объекта архитектурного наследия. Моделирование осуществляется с использованием фотограмметрических данных объекта – цифровых снимков, снятых калибрированной цифровой камерой Canon EOS 1D Mark III. Камера калибрирована в Институте фотограмметрии Боннского университета (Германия). Снимки объекта обработаны по фотограмметрической компьютерной программе PhotoMod (Россия). Cделан ортофотографический снимок объекта и с помощью разных источников данных TIN (Triangulated Irregular Network) поверхности. Используя программу ArcGIS, разными методами проведено моделирование фотограмметрических TIN данных и получены изображения поверхности объекта. Осуществлена оценка точности и качества результатов.
THE DISPERSION OF HORIZONTAL TECTONIC STRESSES IN THE EARTH'S CRUST IN THE BALTIC REGION / ŽEMĖS PLUTOS HORIZONTALIŲJŲ TEKTONINIŲ ĮTEMPIŲ PABALTIJO TERITORIJOJE SKLAIDA / РАСПРЕДЕЛЕНИЕ ТЕКТОНИЧЕСКИХ ГОРИЗОНТАЛЬНЫХ НАПРЯЖЕНИЙ ЗЕМНОЙ КОРЫ В ПРИБАЛТИКЕ
Authors: Zakarevičius Algimantas , Šliaupa Saulius , Paršeliūnas Eimuntas , Būga Arūnas , Stanionis Arminas
Published: July 2011

GPS measurements recorded within the period from1992 to 2003 were employed to investigate horizontal tectonic stresses in the Earth's crust in the Baltic region. To avoid the impact of discrepancies in the systems of coordinates upon the parameters of deformations, the method of tensor analysis was applied thus estimating parameters employing the method of finite elements. Computations were performed using the created algorithms and applying ANSYS code. The values of tectonic stresses in the Earth's crust in the territory of the Baltic Sea region were calculated considering changes in maximum and minimum principal stresses. The value of change in maximum principal stress in the territory of the Baltic Sea region varies between –0.0013 MPa and +0.0032 MPa; the value of change in minimum principal stress varies between –0.0084 MPa and +0.0009 MPa. Positive values are dominating in directions of changes in maximum principal stresses (extension), whereas negative values – in directions of changes in minimum principal stresses (compression). Santrauka Žemės plutos horizontaliesiems tektoniniams įtempiams tirti naudoti 1992–2003 m. GPS matavimų duomenys. Siekiant išvengti koordinačių sistemų nesutapimo įtakos deformacijų parametrams, taikyta tenzorinės analizės metodika, parametrus įvertinant baigtinių elementų metodu. Skaičiavimai atlikti Ansysprograma. Apskaičiuoti Žemės plutos horizontalieji tektoniniai įtempiai Pabaltijo teritorijoje – svarbiausių maksimaliųjų ir minimaliųjų įtempių pokyčiai. Maksimaliųjų svarbiausių įtempių pokyčiai Pabaltijo teritorijoje svyruoja nuo –0,0013 MPa iki +0,0032 MPa; minimaliųjų – nuo –0,0084 MPa iki +0,0009 MPa. Резюме Для исследования горизонтальных тектонических напряжений земной коры были использованы результаты измерений ГПС, выполненных в 1992 и 2003 гг. Для того, чтобы исключить влияние несовпадения систем координат на полученные результаты параметров деформаций, была применена инвариантная системам координат методика тензорного анализа. Параметры деформаций вычислялись с использованием метода конечных элементов. Для моделирования использована программа Ansys. Определены тектонические горизонтальные напряжения земной коры в Прибалтике: главные напряжения. Максимальные напряжения находятся в пределах от –0,0013 МПа до+0,0032 МПа. Минимальные напряжения меняются от –0,0084 МПа до +0,0009 МПа.