bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Lymphocintilographic evaluation of lymphatic circulation in victims of circuferential degloving injuries of the lower limbs
Authors: MELLO DANIEL FRANCISCO , ASSEF JOSE CESAR , HELENE-JR AMERICO
Published: March 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction: secondary forms of lymphedema may occur as consequence of tumors, surgeries, radiotherapy, trauma and infections. Degloving injuries are severe and infrequent forms of trauma, with avulsion at the level of muscular fascia, and consequent injury of the lymphatic system. Objective: to evaluate the alterations in lymphatic circulation in patients being victims of circumferential degloving injuries in the lower limbs, using lymphoscintigraphic. Patients and Methods: retrospective analysis of the cases treated in the period from 2010 to 2016. Segmental, circumferential and unilateral injuries with involvement of the lower limbs were included. Lymphoscintigraphy was performed after a minimum interval of 12 months after the end of treatment. The non-injured lower limb was used as control. The Kleinhans Semiquantitative Index (KSI) was used for the semiquantitative evaluation of the lymphoscintigraphic findings. Results: eighteen patients were evaluated, six of whom were female and 12 were male. The mean age was 28.11 years. The average vertical extension of the circumferential traumatized segment was 29.33cm. The injured area presented variations of 5 to 15% of the body surface, with an average of 8.95%. Lymphoscintigraphy was performed after an average interval of 22.55 months. Alterations were observed on the traumatized limb (TL) in 13 patients. All control limbs (CL) were normal. The mean KSI observed in TL was 8.32, while in CL, the average value was 0.58 (p<0.001). Conclusion: patients with circumferential degloving injuries in the lower limbs present compromised lymphatic circulation and high probability to develop lymphedema.
Assembly and use of a low-cost paracentesis simulator for the teaching of puncture and drainage of ascites
Authors: SILVEIRA BRENO WELLINGTON MESQUITA , ARAÚJO LUANA AKEMI ALVES , ALBUQUERQUE LUCAS DE SOUZA , VASCONCELOS FELIPE DE OLIVEIRA , LIMA ERICK BATISTA DE MEDEIROS , GÓES ANNYA COSTA ARAÚJO DE MACEDO , VERAS LARA BURLAMAQUI
Published: March 2022

ABSTRACT Objectives: to describe the assembly of a low-cost paracentesis simulator and evaluate its effectiveness, acceptance and impact on the learning of medical students. Methodology: a paracentesis simulator was built using a mannequin and materials such as plastic bottles, Velcro, polyvinyl chloride sheets and silicone were used. A cross-sectional and experimental study was carried out with undergraduate medical students without previous practical experience with paracentesis, which sought to validate the model, evaluating its benefits in learning and obtaining technical skills. Results: after using the simulator there was an increase of 82.4% in the level of confidence in performing paracentesis in a patient, with 98% of respondents considering that the model fulfilled the simulator function with satisfaction, and 100% considering it useful as a teaching tool. Conclusion: the built simulator was effective as an educational resource, serving as an alternative to high-cost commercial models, allowing for greater accessibility in the use of this tool in medical education.
Women Representation in Surgical Specialties: Reflections about Gender Equity after the 34th Brazilian Surgical Conference
Authors: VIANA SOFIA WAGEMAKER , CAMPOS LETÍCIA NUNES , DO-NASCIMENTO MARIA EDUARDA DE FREITAS MESQUITA , RIBEIRO LÍVIA SOUSA , MORAIS VITÓRIA MARQUES DA FONSECA , HADDAD JÚLIA OLIVEIRA DABIEN , FERREIRA RODRIGO VAZ , LAGE FERNANDA , FERREIRA JÚLIA LOYOLA
Published: March 2022

ABSTRACT In September 2021, the 34th Brazilian Surgical Conference hosted the “Panel: Women in Surgery” - the only session in the event solely composed of female speakers. Although gender inequities in surgery are well recognized in the international literature, the panel portrayed how distant we are from the desired equity in our country. In addition, the session emphasized the need to broaden the debate and identify the mechanisms for greater inclusion and maintenance of women in the surgical career. In this editorial, we provide a historical overview of gender disparities in the Brazilian surgical ecosystem, highlight the contributing factors to a reduced number of female surgeons, and how the structure of medical societies may influence the rise of women to leadership positions. Accordingly, we discuss the benefits of gender diversity for surgeons, patients, and institutions. Furthermore, we analyze the representation of women in the Brazilian College of Surgeons since its foundation and in the scientific sessions at the conference, demonstrating that more initiatives are required to encourage female representation in the college. Finally, we propose a series of recommendations to foster engagement and contribute to the prosperity of women surgeons in Brazil.
COMPREENSÃO LEITORA DE ALUNOS DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL II: UM ESTUDO SOBRE DESEMPENHOS, UTILIZANDO DIFERENTES TIPOS DE TAREFAS E CATEGORIAS INFERENCIAIS
Authors: PEREIRA Vera Wannmacher , BARETTA Danielle , BORGES Caroline Bernardes
Published: March 2022

RESUMO Essa pesquisa teve como objetivo examinar a compreensão leitora de alunos do Ensino Fundamental II em suas relações com o nível de escolaridade e as tarefas propostas. Os sujeitos da pesquisa foram 62 alunos do 6º ao 8º ano do Ensino Fundamental II, de uma escola pública da cidade de Porto Alegre (RS/Brasil). A coleta de dados foi realizada utilizando Questionário, Verdadeiro ou Falso e Múltipla Escolha, com correspondência das questões entre os conteúdos e as categorias inferenciais, e Cloze. Cada sujeito respondeu a uma tarefa apenas, sendo essa distribuição realizada aleatoriamente em cada turma de alunos. Os dados coletados foram organizados e tratados estatisticamente, possibilitando a obtenção dos seguintes resultados: com relação ao nível de escolaridade, diferença significativa no desempenho em compreensão leitora (p=0,007), indicando progressão dos escores à medida do avanço da escolaridade; com relação ao tipo de tarefa, diferença significativa (p=0,003), com a tarefa de Múltipla Escolha apresentando a maior média (4,43), a tarefa de Verdadeiro ou Falso a menor média (2,60) e as tarefas de Questionário e Cloze médias intermediárias (3,29 e 3,28, respectivamente); com relação à categoria inferencial, evolução da capacidade de realizar inferências com o aumento do nível de escolaridade.
Práticas ambientalmente sustentáveis em unidades de alimentação e nutrição hospitalares
Authors: Silva Katrina Skolove , Carneiro Angélica Cotta Lobo Leite , Cardoso Leandro de Morais
Published: March 2022

Resumo Este estudo analisou as ações realizadas por Unidades de Alimentação e Nutrição - UAN hospitalares para a promoção da sustentabilidade ambiental. Participaram do estudo quatro das seis UANs de hospitais do município de Governador Valadares-MG. A coleta de dados foi realizada utilizando questionário online composto por 73 questões estruturadas sobre práticas de sustentabilidade ambiental na UAN. As ações estruturais menos prevalentes nos estabelecimentos foram as relacionadas a energia e iluminação (25%), e ventilação (38%). Aproximadamente, 93% das ações durante o planejamento de cardápio eram realizadas pelos estabelecimentos, porém 25% dos estabelecimentos não possuíam fichas técnicas de preparação. Apenas 35% das ações eram realizadas pelas unidades durante a aquisição e o armazenamento de insumos, sendo que nenhuma utilizava alimentos da agricultura familiar ou alimentos orgânicos. Durante o preparo, a distribuição e o consumo das refeições, 75,0% das ações realizadas se relacionaram ao aproveitamento integral dos alimentos. O controle de temperatura durante a distribuição de refeições foi a ação menos prevalente (50%). As unidades realizavam, em média, 93,8% das ações relacionadas aos procedimentos de higienização. Em relação a geração, coleta, armazenamento e destinação de resíduos, em média, 50% das ações eram adotadas nas UANs. Conclui-se que as UANs hospitalares de Governador Valadares-MG adotam medidas para a promoção da sustentabilidade ambiental, porém estas devem ser intensificadas, especialmente as relacionadas a capacitação da equipe, estrutura física, aquisição e recepção de insumos, e gestão de resíduos.
Carbon footprint of Brazilian cocoa produced in Pará state
Authors: Hernandes Giovanna Maria Cappa , Efraim Priscilla , Silva Adriana Reis de Andrade , Queiroz Guilherme de Castilho
Published: March 2022

Abstract Pará is the main cocoa producing state in Brazil. To provide a comprehensive picture of the carbon cootprint from cocoa production (conventional and organic cultivation systems in Brazilian Trans-Amazon and Xingu regions), the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol methodology was used to calculate greenhouse gas emissions with a focus on the impact of climate changes. The carbon footprint was calculated based on original data collected in the conventional and organic cocoa cultivation of the Trans-Amazon and Xingu regions in the State of Pará. The harvesting, fermentation and drying steps were analyzed, with data collection in nine farms, three of each type of agricultural production: conventional; organic; and organic-fairtrade. The fruit is harvested manually, the husk is left at the field for natural fertilization without composting. The small amount of inputs, such as herbicides, insecticides and fertilizers, are used only on farms with cocoa conventional production. Eliminating the use of nitrogen fertilizers and implementing an efficient method of composting without the emission of methane in the air, the carbon footprint will be only 2.01 kg CO2 eq./kg cocoa, i.e., total reduction of 81%.
Prevalência de sintomas de depressão e ansiedade em trabalhadores durante a pandemia da Covid-19
Authors: Guilland Romilda , Klokner Sarah Gisele Martins , Knapik Janete , Crocce-Carlotto Pedro Augusto , Ródio-Trevisan Karen Rayany , Zimath Sofia Cieslak , Cruz Roberto Moraes
Published: March 2022

Resumo O estudo avaliou a prevalência de sintomas de depressão e ansiedade em uma amostra de trabalhadores brasileiros de diversos segmentos, durante a pandemia da Covid-19. Foi também verificada a correlação entre as escalas de ansiedade e depressão dos instrumentos de rastreio. Foram coletados dados on-line por meio de três instrumentos: questionário sociodemográfico e ocupacional, a Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale - Short Form e o Inventário de Saúde Mental Ocupacional. Participaram 503 profissionais, destes 78,5% do sexo feminino, com idade média de 41,38 anos, das quais 92% cursaram o ensino superior e residiam na região Sul do Brasil. Ambas as escalas detectaram maior prevalência de sintomas de ansiedade em mulheres (54,3% e 59,9%) e em pessoas solteiras (68,8% e 68,1%). Houve associação significativa entre desfechos de sintomas de ansiedade e depressão e prevalência de duas variáveis independentes: o contato com pessoas diagnosticadas com Covid-19 e sentir-se preocupado com a pandemia. O Inventário de Saúde Mental Ocupacional mostrou maior sensibilidade para aferir sintomas de ansiedade e discriminar os trabalhadores que apresentam sintomas daqueles que indicam ter saúde mental, quando comparado ao outro instrumento. Sugerem-se estudos longitudinais para capturar os efeitos de longo termo dos desfechos avaliados, a fim de aperfeiçoar a análise dos preditores dos valores críticos e não críticos dos sintomas de agravos à saúde mental.
Differences between COVID-19-induced acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease patients
Authors: Aroca-Martínez Gustavo , Musso Carlos G. , Avendaño-Echavez Lil , Vélez-Verbel María , Chartouni-Narvaez Stefani , Hernandez Sandra , Hinojosa-Vidal Mauricio Andres , Espitaleta Zilac , Cadena-Bonfanti Andrés
Published: March 2022

Abstract Introduction: This article describes the main differences between COVID-19-induced acute kidney injury (AKI-COVID19) in patients with previous normal renal function (AKI-NRF) and those with chronic kidney disease (AKI-CKD) treated in a high complexity clinic in Barranquilla (Colombia). Material and Methods: The patients included in this study (n: 572) were those with a positive diagnosis of COVID-19 confirmed by detection of a positive PCR for SARS-CoV-2. Of these patients, 188 developed AKI during their hospital stay. Patients’ epidemiological data, serum parameters, and clinical frailty status were recorded. Statistical analysis and comparison among AKI-NRF, AKI-CKD, and non-AKI patients were performed. Results: The incidence of COVID-19-induced AKI was 33%, with the majority classified as AKIN 1, 16% requiring renal replacement therapy, and AKI-COVID19 mortality of 68%. A significantly higher prevalence of hypertension, cardiac disease, and serum reactive C-protein and lower albumin values in AKI-CKD patients was recorded. Mortality rate, invasive ventilation requirement, and D-dimer levels were significantly higher in AKI-NRF patients: Conclusion: Different clinical patterns between AKI-NRF and AKI-CKD were documented.
Pediatric kidney transplant and cardiometabolic risk: a cohort study
Authors: Mosca Sara , Gregório Bárbara , Costa Teresa , Correia-Costa Liane , Mota Conceição
Published: March 2022

Abstract Introduction: Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are known to have increased cardiovascular risk but there are few data on the risk of pediatric kidney transplant recipients. We aimed to assess the impact of pre- and post-transplant overweight on allograft function and to characterize the evolution of several cardiovascular risk variables over time and their impact. Methods: A retrospective analysis of the records of 23 children/adolescents followed at a tertiary center after kidney transplant was conducted. Data on anthropometry and cardiometabolic variables were analyzed before transplant, six and 12 months after the transplant, and at the last follow-up visit. The impact of the variables on allograft function (glomerular filtration rate (GFR)) was estimated by creatinine-based revised Schwartz formula (Cr-eGFR) and was evaluated using nonparametric tests. Results: The 23 patients included in the study had a median age of 6.3 (4.4-10.1) years. Both systolic and diastolic BP z-score values significantly decreased between BMI groups [1.2 (-0.2 - 2.3) vs. 0.3 (-0.4 - 0.6), p=0.027 and 0.8 (-0.4 - 1.3) vs. 0.1 (-0.6 - 0.7), p=0.028, pre-transplant and at the final evaluation, respectively]. During follow-up, GFR values decreased (Cr-GFR: 68.9 (57.7-76.8) vs. 58.6 (48.9-72.9), p=0.033 at 6-months and at the end, respectively). Significant negative correlations between triglycerides and cystatin C-based eGFR (ρ=-0.47, p=0.028) and Cr-Cys-eGFR (ρ=-0.45, p=0.043) at the end of the study were found. Conclusion: Our study showed a high number of overweight children undergoing kidney transplant. A negative correlation between triglycerides and GFR was found, which highlights the importance of managing nutritional status and regular blood lipids evaluation after kidney transplant.
TNF-α levels and presence of SNP-308G/A of TNF-α gene in temporomandibular disorder patients
Authors: CAMPELLO Camilla Porto , LIMA Elker Lene Santos de , FERNANDES Renata Silva Melo , PORTO Mirza , MUNIZ Maria Tereza Cartaxo
Published: March 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction: Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) refers to a group of conditions that compromise the harmonious movement and function of the temporomandibular joint, masticatory muscles, and associated structures. The etiopathogenesis of TMD is multifactorial but not well-understood, with the role of genetic factors still being unclear. Objective: This review aims to summarize the results of studies that evaluated TNF-α levels and the -308G/A TNF-α polymorphism in TMD patients. This study emphasizes the importance of a more selective treatment involving TNF-α inhibitors that can potentially reduce inflammation and pain, and improve quality of life. Methods: The MEDLINE/PubMed database, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science database were searched for case-control studies published until September 2020 that compared levels of TNF-α or presence of its -308G/A polymorphism in TMD patients and healthy individuals. Results: Six case-control studies were identified with a total of 398 TMD patients, aged between 12 and 78 years. The control group consisted of 149 subjects, aged between 18 and 47 years. The occurrence of TMD was predominant in females. Majority of studies found high TNF-α levels in TMD patients, compared to the control group. One of these studies found a positive correlation between the GA genotype and the development of TMD. Conclusion: Majority of the TMD patients showed elevated TNF-α levels, and a possible explanation for this could be the presence of the -308G/A polymorphism.
Correlation between cortical bone thickness at mini-implant insertion sites and age of patient
Authors: CENTENO Anna Carolina Teixeira , FENSTERSEIFER Caroline Kolling , CHAMI Vitória de Oliveira , FERREIRA Eduardo Silveira , MARQUEZAN Mariana , FERRAZZO Vilmar Antônio
Published: March 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction: Orthodontic mini-implants (MI) are a reliable alternative to provide temporary orthodontic anchorage. Prior to miniscrew insertion, the best approach would be to evaluate each possible insertion site and measure the cortical bone thickness, and verify whether it would provide adequate primary stability. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the difference in cortical bone thickness in areas of mini-implants insertion in patients of different ages, by means of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Methods: The sample of this retrospective study was composed of 123 CBCT scans, which were used to measure cortical bone thickness in the buccal and palatal inter-radicular space in the mesial region of the first permanent molars. These measures were compared by using the Student’s t-test, ANOVA/Tukey tests, and Linear regression between male and female subjects, from 12 to 30 years old. Results: No significant difference was found in cortical bone thickness between sex, race and sagittal facial patterns. Significantly higher measurement values were observed in patients older than 12 years of age at all sites evaluated. The coefficient β at the adjusted linear regression analysis showed that at each increment in age, mean cortical thickness values increased by 0.06mm in the mandible, 0.03mm in the buccal region and 0.02mm in the palatal region of the maxilla. Conclusions: The increase in cortical bone thickness was positively associated with age; that is, the more advanced the patient’s age was, the less chance there was of failure due to primary stability.
#SomosPatrimonio. Las transformaciones del patrimonio mundial: del tener al ser patrimonial
Authors: Santamarina Beatriz , Mármol Camila del
Published: March 2022

Resumen En este artículo planteamos una reflexión teórica sobre los cambios en las políticas patrimoniales de la UNESCO y su incidencia en el imaginario y constructo patrimonial. En un contexto de nuevas aspiraciones, aparece el lema #somospatrimonio. El cambio es considerable: no sólo se tiene patrimonio, sino que se puede llegar a ser patrimonio como un todo metonímico. El patrimonio puede ser (en su versión autorizada) o llegar a ser (en su versión democrática). En ese juego de ficciones se desvelan y se ocultan, se silencian o se proclaman las asimetrías y disfunciones de los capitales puestos en movimiento. En ese juego hemos pasado de ‘tener’ patrimonio, como contenedor de un tesoro ilustrado, a ‘ser’ patrimonio como fetiche de un mercado emergente. Aquí analizaremos el #somospatrimonio como expresión que encapsula los nuevos tiempos patrimoniales, observando los contextos en los que se utiliza como una nueva marca identificativa al servicio del mercado o como una estrategia de reivindicación.
Uma panorâmica da gente rica no despontar do século XX: José Agudo entretece cenas da vida paulistana
Authors: Lima Christini Roman de
Published: March 2022

RESUMO José Agudo retrata a cidade de São Paulo em seu processo inicial de modernização, apresentando as cenas paulistanas através da lente dos “donos do poder”, ou seja, dessa Gente rica que intitula a obra. A narrativa, no entanto, é entretecida pelas tintas galhofeiras e mordazes de seu autor.
Crítica Performática. Los desplazamientos y afecciones de la producción crítica y la producción literaria contemporánea
Authors: Tennina Lucía
Published: March 2022

RESUMEN En los últimos años, la idea de lo que es la literatura viene diluyendo sus fronteras en el discurso de la crítica al punto tal de que es posible encontrar objetos de análisis ligados a cruces con otros lenguajes. En este artículo se abordan una serie de producciones críticas, englobadas alrededor de la categoría “crítica performática”, que se ven afectadas por dichas experiencias literarias y pretenden repensar, a partir de ellas, su soporte y su lugar de habla.
Deslocamentes: Carolina Maria de Jesus em viagem pela América Latina
Authors: Leal Marcelle Ferreira
Published: March 2022

RESUMO Carolina Maria de Jesus viaja pela América Latina para a divulgação do livro Quarto de despejo nos anos 1960. Os registros da trajetória por Argentina, Uruguai e Chile constam em Diario de viaje, apêndice presente em uma das traduções de Casa de Alvenaria para o espanhol. No percurso, a escritora brasileira tece uma série de análises sobre suas impressões a respeito de cada local e propicia a contemplação dos países a partir do ponto de vista de uma intelectual preta, periférica e oriunda do Sul global. Através da inscrição dos movimentos diversos que realiza, permite um cotejo comparativo das formas pelas quais afeta e é afetada em cada território por onde transita e efetua o que designamos deslocamentes. Acredita-se que, ao promover um diálogo entre suas vivências no exterior, contribuímos não só para o enriquecimento da fortuna crítica do percurso internacional da autora, mas também discutimos a relevância dos deslocamentos de intelectuais negras e negros latino-americanas (os) pela região com o fim de debatê-la internamente e desvelá-la em seus temas e problemas mais intrínsecos.
Singeing to improve visual aspect and microbiological quality of pig carcasses
Authors: VIVAN Gabriela Farinon , BADARO Andrea Catia Leal , HASHIMOTO Elisabete Hiromi
Published: March 2022

ABSTRACT The proper operating conditions of the singeing machine on pig slaughterhouses to achieve good carcass quality are little reported. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the effect of an automatic singeing machine on the quality of pig carcasses for better control in pork production. A two-factor (pressure and time) completely randomized design was used. The carcasses were subjected to four treatments using gas pressures of 0.6 and 0.8 kgf.cm-2 for 3.7 and 4.2 seconds of exposure to the flame. The carcasses were analyzed as for visual appearance, counts of Enterobacteriaceae and Escherichia coli, and temperature. Gas consumption was also assessed during the process. Carcasses subjected to 0.6 kgf.cm-2 for 4.2 s had a better visual appearance. Both pressure and time reduced the counts of Enterobacteriaceae and E. coli. Regarding gas consumption, exposure to the flame for 4.2 s consumed three times more gas than exposure for 3.7 s. Among the treatments tested, singeing using a pressure of 0.6 kgf.cm-2 for 4.2 s was sufficient to reduce microbial counts and improve visual appearance. This singeing standardization serves as a reference for slaughterhouses to produce pork with a visual appearance of better acceptability by consumers.
Exploratory study for the alkaline activation of basalt powder as a supplementary cementitious matrix
Authors: Gheller Rafael , Silva Luciano Luiz , Fiori Márcio Antônio , Batiston Eduardo Roberto
Published: March 2022

resumo: Portland cement remains the main material of choice in construction due to its thermal, mechanical and durability properties. However, there is growing concern about the large amount of energy consumed and the environmental pollution generated during its production. The objective of this study, therefore, was to evaluate the potential of the fine residual material produced by crushing basalt rocks to form a supplementary cementitious matrix through alkaline activation. Basalt powder with a particle size of less than 53µm was prepared and activated with a sodium hydroxide solution, with a sodium silicate solution as an adjuvant. The curing process of the material was also carried out at 5 temperature levels, 75, 85, 100, 115, 125°C, according to the experimental design. The paste was dry curing at a standard digital laboratory oven for 24 hours. After curing, the compressive strength of the material was evaluated, reaching a mean value of 10.21 MPa for the H5S15T125 mixture at 28 days. The microstructure analysis was performed by X-ray microtomography, presenting the reconstruction of the internal pores and cracks, leading to the conclusion that higher curing temperatures formed more porous matrices, although with more strength. Based on the collected data, the statistical analysis of the design was performed showing that sodium hydroxide and temperature have a statistically significant effect on the response variable compressive strength. As such, the alkali-activation of basalt powder can potentially produce a cementitious material of moderate strength, giving purpose to the residue and reducing the emission of harmful particles into the atmosphere.
Advances in understanding of the interaction between Ceratocystis cacaofunesta and Xyleborus ferrugineus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae) on cocoa trees
Authors: Paladines-Rezabala Anderson , Moreira-Morrillo Anthony A. , Mieles Alejandro E. , Garcés-Fiallos Felipe R.
Published: March 2022

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) is one of the main crops in Latin American and African countries, its almonds being marketed to produce chocolate. However, different biotic factors can negatively affect the crop production, especially on small farms where management by farmers is scarce or nonexistent. Lethal wilt (Ceratocystis cacaofunesta Engelbrecht & Harrington) together with beetle borers (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae), continue to be the main problems affecting cocoa. It has been observed that both organisms interact intrinsically inside the trunks of cacao trees. Despite the importance of this interaction, in general, the countless research and review articles carried out to date have focused mainly on studying each biotic factor separately or have been addressed in a general way. Thus, in this review we mainly focus on the interaction between the Lethal wilt and the borer beetles, especially how and which is the insect that transmits the disease in cocoa plants. Additionally, an exhaustive characterization of Xyleborus ferrugineus as a possible vector of C. cacaofunesta in cacao trees has been made. From this review, we can say that Ceratocystis species still need to be fully identified and differentiated, a deeper understanding of the ecology of the scolithid X. ferrugineus, to study the interaction between C. cacaofunesta and vectors from the host response and generate new studies, and the chemical ecology of the fungus-vector-tree still needs to be understood.
Auxins and Cytokinins elicit a differentiated response in the formation of shoots and roots in Cattleya maxima Lindl and Phalaenopsis amabilis (L) Blume
Authors: Saravia-Castillo Gabriela , Tapia y Figueroa Lourdes , Borjas-Ventura Ricardo
Published: March 2022

Orchids have a long period of production and need to be under the right conditions. Therefore, in vitro propagation is an alternative to reduce production time. This study aimed to determine the optimal in vitro propagation conditions in two species of orchids, Cattleya maxima Lindl. and Phalaenopsis amabilis (L.) Blume. For this goal, two experiments were carried out: multiplication and rooting, for both species. In the multiplication experiment, the treatments were differentiated according to the complement of MS (Murashige and Skoog medium), banana flour, kinetin or 6-Benzylaminopurine (BAP). Meanwhile, in the rooting experiment, the complements were banana flour, Indol-3-butiric acid (IBA), Naphthaleneacetic acid (NAA) or 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D). According to the results, banana flour (50 g.L-1) increased the plantlet height in C. maxima (multiplication) and P. amabilis (rooting). Kinetin (0.003 g.L-1) and BAP (0.005 g.L-1) increased the number of shoots and leaves in C. maxima, in multiplication experiment. In rooting experiment, NAA (0.003 g.L-1) increased significantly the number of leaves in C. maxima. The root formation was notably stimulated by banana flour in both species. Likewise, 2,4-D (0.003 g.L-1) can cause phytotoxic effects and inhibit root formation. In conclusion, C. maxima was more robust than P. amabilis since in all studied variables the former presented the highest values. Furthermore, C. maxima responds adequately to application of kinetin and BAP to increase the aerial part of the plant, however, they inhibit the root formation. In contrast, kinetin and BAP do not limit root growth in P. amabilis.
Hyaline vascular-type Castleman’s disease of the retroperitoneum
Authors: Wei-Feng Huang , Yi Ding , Wei Liu
Published: March 2022

A 39-year-old man with newly diagnosed and well controlled hypertension was in his usual state of good health. He was diagnosed with a retroperitoneal tumor during a health check-up, which was suspicious of adrenal tumor by abdominal computed tomography.
Assessment of the effectiveness of changing the shape of the stimulus pulse for facial nerve stimulation in cochlear implanted children
Authors: Karwat Michał , Walkowiak Adam , Lorens Artur , Obrycka Anita , Skarzyński Henryk
Published: March 2022

Wprowadzenie

Niepożądana stymulacja nerwu twarzowego, występująca sporadycznie u użytkowników implantów ślimakowych, prowadzi do mimowolnego skurczu mięśni mimicznych twarzy wskutek rozpływu prądu stosowanego w celu wywołania wrażeń słuchowych. Wystąpienie pobudzenia nerwu twarzowego często prowadzi do konieczności ograniczenia poziomu stymulacji, co z kolei powoduje zbyt ciche słyszenie przez implant. Aby ograniczyć niepożądaną pozaakustyczną stymulację, firma Med-El zaproponowała modyfikację kształtu impulsów stymulujących.

Materiał i metody

Grupa badana liczyła 6 dzieci w wieku od 6 do 15 roku życia, użytkowników systemu implantu ślimakowego firmy Med-El. Do badania wybrano pacjentów, u których zaobserwowano pobudzenie nerwu twarzowego podczas stymulacji przez implant ślimakowy, a jednocześnie potrafiących subiektywnie określić wrażenie głośności za pomocą skali kategorialnej. U każdego z nich wykonano skalowanie głośności, prowadząc stymulację przez pojedynczą elektrodę. Badanie wykonano dla każdej aktywnej elektrody przy zastosowaniu standardowej stymulacji zarówno dwufazowej, jak i trójfazowej. Ponadto dla każdej stymulowanej elektrody oraz dla każdego rodzaju stymulacji wyznaczono próg wystąpienia pobudzenia nerwu twarzowego oraz subiektywną głośność dla uzyskanych wartości progowych. Na podstawie przeprowadzonego skalowania głośności ustawiono po dwa programy dla każdego pacjenta, jeden z wykorzystaniem stymulacji dwufazowej, a drugi z wykorzystaniem stymulacji trójfazowej. Wartości ładunku stymulującego dla poszczególnych elektrod implantu (nazywane poziomami MCL) zostały ustawione poniżej progu pobudzenia nerwu twarzowego, a jeśli nie występowało pobudzenie nerwu twarzowego, zostały ustalone na poziomie komfortowego słyszenia (bardzo głośno, ale nie za głośno). Następnie z zastosowaniem mowy jako sygnału testowego porównano wrażenie głośności w warunkach odsłuchu przez system implantu ślimakowego dla obu programów różniących się sposobem stymulacji oraz wartością ładunku wykorzystywanego do stymulacji.

Wyniki

Wartości progów wystąpienia podrażnienia nerwu twarzowego dla stymulacji trójfazowej były o 10,6 qu wyższe od wartości progów podrażnienia nerwu twarzowego dla stymulacji dwufazowej. Średnia wartość uzyskanych poziomów MCL dla standardowej stymulacji dwufazowej wynosiła 32 qu, natomiast wartość MCL dla stymulacji trójfazowej wyniosła 42,1 qu.

Wnioski

Niepożądana stymulacja nerwu twarzowego może być zredukowana przy pomocy zmiany kształtu bodźca stymulującego z dwufazowego na trójfazowy przy jednoczesnym uzyskaniu odpowiedniego wrażenia głośności dźwięków słyszanych za pośrednictwem systemu implantu ślimakowego.
Human Placenta Tissue Collection and Preservation Methods - UCSD Female Reproductive TMC v1
Authors: Stanley Valentina , Lindsay-Hewett Scott , Laurent Louise , Parast Mana
Published: March 2022

Human Placenta Tissue collection and storage protocol for HuBMAP's UCSD Female Reproductive TMC.
Response of Disease Model Mutants to Cholinergic Drugs v1
Authors: J. O'Brien Thomas
Published: March 2022

Protocol for testing if disease model mutant C. elegans strains show increased resistance/sensitivity to the action of cholinergic drugs after 1 and 4 hour exposure times.
Tissue Homogenization and GELFrEE for Top-Down Proteomics v1
Authors: Drown Bryon , Camarillo Jeannie , Lloyd-Jones Cameron , Kelleher Neil
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Solid human tissue is homogenized, protein is extracted, and samples prefractionated and desalted. Protein samples are ready for top-down proteomics.
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Overall protocol for top-down CZE-MS/MS of human heart tissue v1
Authors: Camarillo Jeannie , Drown Bryon , Kelleher Neil
Published: March 2022

Overview description of the process for acquiring top-down CZE-MS/MS data on human heart tissue
Pole Test v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to test mice in the Pole behavioural test.
Rotarod v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to test mice in the Rotarod behavioural test.
DigiGait v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to test mice in the DigiGait behavioural test.
Fear Conditioning v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to test mice in the Fear Conditioning behavioural test.
Fecal Pellet Composition v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to measure the water content of mouse fecal pellets over 1 hour.
Mouse Perfusion v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to perfuse mice and isolate their brain for cryosectioning.
Quick Decapitation for Paraffin Embedding v1
Authors: Geertsma Haley
Published: March 2022

This protocol is used to quickly decapitate mice and isolate their brain for paraffin embedding and microtome sectioning.
Overall protocol for top-down LC-MS/MS of human small intestine tissue v1
Authors: Camarillo Jeannie , Drown Bryon , Kelleher Neil
Published: March 2022

Overview description of the process for acquiring top-down LC-MS/MS data on human small intestine tissue
Overall protocol for top-down CZE-MS/MS of human small intestine tissue v1
Authors: Camarillo Jeannie , Drown Bryon , Kelleher Neil
Published: March 2022

Overview description of the process for acquiring top-down capillary zone electrophoresis MS/MS data on human small intestine tissue
Human endometrium and endometriosis tissue dissociation for single-cell RNA sequencing v1
Authors: Tan Yuliana
Published: March 2022

Tissue dissociation is critical step to ensure the quality of samples for single-cell RNA sequencing. To ensure recovery of most cells in the tissue without introducing stress response from the dissociation process, we adapted the dissociation method by Adam et al. (2017) and optimized for the dissociation of human endometrium and endometriosis tissue (both ectopic peritoneal and ovary lesions), targeting high quality viable cells (above 70%) with high transcript and gene counts per cell.
Aetiologies of Liver Cirrhosis among Adult Patients attending a Hepatology Clinic at Selangor, Malaysia
Authors: Chieng Jin Yu , Pan Yan , Liew Chiat Fong , Muhammad Mazawawi , Said Abu Hass Syed Anas Tamamulqomar
Published: March 2022

Introduction: Liver cirrhosis is an important cause of morbidity and mortality. Methods: Our study aimed to describe the clinical pattern of cirrhosis and its associated factors among adult patients attending Hepatology Clinic, Serdang Hospital, Malaysia from 1st January 2010 to 30th June 2017. Aetiology was further determined by history, biochemistry and/or histology. The severity of the cirrhosis, together with the presence of complications and incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma were documented. Results: A total of 357 adult patients were diagnosed with cirrhosis including 199 male patients (55.7%) and 158 female patients (44.3%), with a mean age of 54-year-old (range: 28–84 –year-old). The causes of cirrhosis were chronic hepatitis B (N=145, 40.6%), chronic hepatitis C (N= 67, 18.8%), cryptogenic liver disorder (N= 63, 17.6%), alcohol (N=42, 11.8%), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (N=25, 7.0%), and others (N=15, 4.2%). Chronic hepatitis B was the predominant aetiology among Chinese whereas alcohol was the main aetiology among Indians, and Hepatitis C cirrhosis was highest among Malays. Majority of the patients had compensated cirrhosis with Child-Pugh A (N=221, 61.9%) at the time of diagnosis. 80.4% (N=287) of the cirrhotic patients had performed at least one endoscopy surveillance, with 28.6% (82/287) of them had endoscopic evidence of portal hypertension. 32.2% of patients had at least one hospitalization due to complication of cirrhosis. 41 patients (11.5%) had concurrent hepatocellular carcinoma during the follow up. Conclusions: Despite universal hepatitis B vaccination, Hepatitis B viral infection remains the most common cause of cirrhosis among patients attending Hepatology Clinic, Serdang Hospital. Keywords: Aetiology - Liver cirrhosis - Malaysia
The Problem of the Quality of Work Programs of a Practical Psychologist in Education and Criteria for their Assessment
Authors: Zabrodin Y.M. , Pakhalyan V.E.
Published: March 2022

The analysis of the problem of assessing the content of teaching materials in the system of the Service of Practical Psychology of Education is given. Attention is drawn to the existing difficulties in determining the main content of the methodology of practical psychology itself. The data of a qualitative analysis of regional programs sent to the “All-Russian competition of the best psychological and pedagogical programs and technologies in the educational environment” in 2018 and 2019 are presented. An authors’ understanding of the essence of practical psychology is proposed, on the basis of which the main criteria for evaluating the programs of work of a teacher-psychologist and the actions necessary to solve the main task of modern psychological science and practice are highlighted — ensuring the quality of work of a practical psychologist.
Experience in Testing and Implementing a Correctional Development Program for Children with Impaired Self-Regulation
Authors: Eremina Y.E. , Vassileva A.A. , Baidyk O.A.
Published: March 2022

The article presents the experience of testing and implementing a correctional and developmental program for children 6–11 years old with impaired self-regulation in the work of the City Psychological and Pedagogical Center of the Department of Education and Science of Moscow. The stages of the work of the working group in the framework of the project, the difficulties encountered in the implementation process and ways to solve them are described. The results of the implementation of the program in the period 2015–2019 are analyzed. Diagnostic data on self-regulation and voluntary attention of children of senior preschool and primary school age are given. The authors introduce a qualitatively different approach to corrective development work with children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, based on the phased formation of effective activity strategies such as goal setting, modeling, planning, self-control and self-correction.
Association Cards in the Practice of Teacher-Psychologist
Authors: Dushina I.A.
Published: March 2022

The article is devoted to associative cards — rapidly developing tool of psychological work with children and adults. Advantages, principles of work with cards, rules of work, situations of using associative cards in psychological work with children using the example of author's sets of cards are described. Associative cards are qualitative, convenient projective didactic material used in group and individual work with children and adults. The use of associative cards (AC) gives the child the opportunity to metaphorically simulate reality in a playful way. “Associative cards” is a projective technique that helps to quickly “extract” the true problem from the unconscious and work directly with it. The study of existing sets of MAC for children showed that most often they do not meet the needs of a school teacher-psychologist working in Russia. In work with younger scholars with psychological risks and psychological traumas there use three sets of author’s associative cards of “Moods”, “Childhood” and “FRH (Fears, Resentment, Heroes)”.
A Consulting Center on the Basis of a Pre-school Educational Organization: an Implementation of the Project “To Family and Children”
Authors: Vizgina E.N.
Published: March 2022

The article presents the experience of creating and operating a consultation center on the basis of a preschool educational institution. Designated: target audience, goal and objectives of the project of creating a consultation center as an actual component to relevance the needs of the population of the municipality. Based on the innovations, the fundamental components of the activities of the kindergarten specialists are described, as well as the purpose and objectives, functions and directions, methods and material resources are indicated. In general, the first work experience of a kindergarten in the City of Novocheboksarsk in the Chuvash Republic on the introduction of a new form of psychological and pedagogical support for families raising children of preschool age at home is disclosed. Significance and expected results were noted against the background of the ongoing activities within the framework of the functioning of the consultation point, the conditions of project sustainability and forecasts. Significant results were: the creation of a model of a counseling center, the solution of psychological and pedagogical problems of families with young children, the emergence of opportunities for families to receive counseling in an accessible form, increasing the professionalism of teachers, improving the image of the institution.
Student Psychological Club as a Model of the Psychological Service of the Educational System of the Region
Authors: Larina G.N.
Published: March 2022

The article presents the experience of organizing a service for the provision of psychological assistance to children in the Kursk region through the student psychological club “Boomerang”. It tells the story of the need to create a club and the basic principles of activity. The main activities of the psychological service are revealed: psychological education, psychological prevention, psychological counseling and psychological development. An example of some psychological technologies is given. The article also analyzes the activities of the psychological service for children and youth and the region as a whole. Analysis of the results of the study of the effectiveness of the psychological services of the region through the student psychological club “Boomerang” allows us to conclude not only about the relevance of this form of psychological service, but also its importance in the life of the region. The article also discusses the prospects for the development of this form of psychological service for solving urgent problems of modern childhood.
Adaptive Physical Culture and Sport in the System of Complex Rehabilitation and Habilitation of Disabled People in Kostroma Region
Authors: Zaifidi P.K. , Makina A.P.
Published: March 2022

The article is devoted to the problem of active introduction of adaptive physical culture and sports as the means of comprehensive rehabilitation of people with disabilities. The paper highlights the experience of development and implementation of the model of habilitation and social rehabilitation of disabled people and disabled children by means of adaptive physical culture in Romanovsky Rehabilitation Center of the Kostroma Region. The proposed model is based on the principles of interdepartmental interaction and inter-sector social partnership in the implementation of adaptive physical culture and sports. The implementation of the habilitation and social rehabilitation model is built in stages, and the sequence of tasks solved by different specialists is determined. The paper defines the algorithm of actions of the Center’s clients, areas of responsibility of major specialists, and important criteria of an assessment of efficiency of complex rehabilitation by means of adaptive physical culture and sports.
Experience of treating patients with chest pain with intra-arterial infusions of novocaine
Authors: Kilmatova F. F.
Published: March 2022

The mechanism of therapeutic effect of novocaine as an anesthetic is twofold. The first one is through the receptor in the regulatory mechanisms of the vascular bed; the second one is through decreasing the reactivity of pathologically altered interreceptors of coronary vessels.We were interested in the possibility of obtaining therapeutic effect in angina by influencing arterial receptors with novocaine.
Adrenergic and cholinergic mediators as indicators of shifts in the autonomic nervous system in bronchial asthma
Authors: Tuzikov V. G.
Published: March 2022

Of the numerous theories proposed to explain the occurrence of bronchial asthma, allergic asthma has the largest number of supporters. It is more correct to consider bronchial asthma as an infectious-allergic disease, in which sensitization of the body in the overwhelming majority of cases occurs as a result of an infection in the respiratory organs (P.K.Bulatov, 1951, 1953, 1954; L.L. Vasiliev, 1953; M.V. . Chernorutsky, 1953; etc.). The resulting changes in the functional state of the nervous system, although they occur a second time, so much affect the course of the disease that they deserve special study.
On the diagnostic value of the Veltman coagulation test in acute coronary pathology
Authors: Lomakina V. A.
Published: March 2022

Veltman's test is of a certain diagnostic value in inflammatory and necrotic processes. In myocardial infarction, a number of authors (Teifl, Ts. S. Slutskaya and M. K-Ilyashenko, RS Belous) noted a shortening of the coagulation tape with dynamic changes (GI Shchukina).