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Wood resource and not fungi attract early‐successional saproxylic species of Heteroptera – an experimental approach
Authors: Seibold Sebastian , Bässler Claus , Baldrian Petr , Thorn Simon , Müller Jörg , Gossner Martin M. 
Published: May 2014

Abstract

The availability of dead wood and ability to colonise these ephemeral structures are crucial for sustaining vital populations of saproxylic insects. These insects locate suitable resources mostly visually and via olfactory cues emitted by dead wood and/or wood‐decaying fungi.

For the conservation of saproxylic species of Heteroptera, a poorly studied group with a high proportion of threatened species, it is crucial to know which dead‐wood structures are needed and how they are detected and colonised.

In a field experiment, we exposed different amounts of dead‐wood logs and branches of the main tree species of montane beech forests (Abies alba, Fagus sylvatica) on sunny and shady forest plots. We sampled saproxylic heteropterans and sporocarps of wood‐decaying fungi in two consecutive years to test the hypothesis that early‐successional saproxylic heteropterans are more attracted to wood‐decaying fungi than to wood itself.

The activity densities of saproxylic heteropterans measured with flight‐interception traps increased with increasing surface of coarse woody debris and was higher under sunny conditions. Tree species, fine woody debris and abundance of sporocarps had no significant effect.

Our results suggest that during the early‐successional forest stage, dead wood provides more important cues than fungi in the search of saproxylic heteropterans for suitable hosts despite assumed close associations of the insects and certain fungal species. To improve habitats for saproxylic heteropterans, we recommend increasing the supply of dead wood of large diameter (>30 cm) in montane beech forests, particularly in sunny gaps. This can easily be realised during logging operations by gap felling.
Effect of the lentil flour and hydrocolloids on baking characteristics of wholemeal durum wheat bread
Authors: Previtali Maria Assunta , Mastromatteo Marcella , De Vita Pasquale , Ficco Donatella Bianca Maria , Conte Amalia , Del Nobile Matteo Alessandro 
Published: May 2014

SummaryIn this study, the characterisation of functional bread based on wholemeal durum wheat flour enriched with lentil flour was investigated to find a good balance between the nutritional and organoleptic properties of the final product. In particular, the effect of different percentage of lentil flour (10%, 20% and 25%) and the type and amount of structuring agents (carboxymethyl cellulose, guar seed flour, pectin and tapioca starch) were studied by assessing the sensorial, textural and nutritional properties of the functional bread. Results showed that the increase in the lentil flour at 20% and 25% negatively affected the dough texture and the sensorial quality of the bread. The screening of different hydrocolloids on the bread sample enriched with 25% of legume flour highlighted that the guar seed flour at concentration of 2% allowed obtaining the best results in terms of sensory properties. The nutritional analysis of the optimised functional bread showed an increase in proteins and dietary fibre (total, soluble and insoluble), suggesting its high functional value and the possibility to propose it on a market that is constantly changing and attentive to health benefit of foods.
Do immature platelet levels in chest pain patients presenting to the emergency department aid in the diagnosis of acute coronary syndrome?
Authors: Berny‐Lang M. A. , Darling C. E. , Frelinger A. L. , Barnard M. R. , Smith C. S. , Michelson A. D. 
Published: May 2014

SummaryIntroductionEarly and accurate identification of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) vs. noncardiac chest pain in patients presenting to the emergency department (ED) is problematic and new diagnostic markers are needed. Previous studies reported that elevated mean platelet volume (MPV) is associated with ACS and predictive of cardiovascular risk. MPV is closely related to the immature platelet fraction (IPF), and recent studies have suggested that IPF may be a more sensitive marker of ACS than MPV. The objective of the present study was to determine whether the measurement of IPF assists in the diagnosis of ACS in patients presenting to the ED with chest pain.MethodsIn this single‐center, prospective, cross‐sectional study, adult patients presenting to the ED with chest pain and/or suspected ACS were considered for enrollment. Blood samples from 236 ACS‐negative and 44 ACS‐positive patients were analyzed in a Sysmex XE‐2100 for platelet count, MPV, IPF, and the absolute count of immature platelets (IPC).ResultsTotal platelet counts, MPV, IPF, and IPC were not statistically different between ACS‐negative and ACS‐positive patients. The IPF was 4.6 ± 2.7% and 5.0 ± 2.8% (mean ± SD, P = 0.24), and the IPC was 10.0 ± 4.6 and 11.5 ± 7.5 × 103/μL (P = 0.27) for ACS‐negative and ACS‐positive patients, respectively.ConclusionIn 280 patients presenting to the ED with chest pain and/or suspected ACS, no differences in IPF, IPC or MPV were observed in ACS‐negative vs. ACS‐positive patients, suggesting that these parameters do not assist in the diagnosis of ACS.
Bladder afferent hyperexcitability in bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis
Authors: Yoshimura Naoki , Oguchi Tomohiko , Yokoyama Hitoshi , Funahashi Yasuhito , Yoshikawa Satoru , Sugino Yoshio , Kawamorita Naoki , Kashyap Mahendra P , Chancellor Michael B , Tyagi Pradeep , Ogawa Teruyuki 
Published: May 2014

AbstractBladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis is a disease with lower urinary tract symptoms, such as bladder pain and urinary frequency, which results in seriously impaired quality of life of patients. The extreme pain and urinary frequency are often difficult to treat. Although the etiology of bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis is still not known, there is increasing evidence showing that afferent hyperexcitability as a result of neurogenic bladder inflammation and urothelial dysfunction is important to the pathophysiological basis of symptom development. Further investigation of the pathophysiology will lead to the effective treatment of patients with bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis.
Potential therapeutic effect of intravesical botulinum toxin type A on bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis
Authors: Jhang Jia‐Fong , Jiang Yuan‐Hong , Kuo Hann‐Chorng 
Published: May 2014

AbstractBladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis is characterized by bladder pain associated with urgency, frequency, nocturia, dysuria and sterile urine. Recent studies have shown that these bladder dysfunctions could originate from chronic inflammation or urothelial insult and proceed to a cascade of tissue reactions, which finally ascends to the central nervous system. Pilot studies of intravesical injection of botulinum toxin type A for bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis had been introduced since 2005 with a promising result. Recent evidence suggests that botulinum toxin type A could significantly improve symptoms such as daytime frequency, nocturia, pain, quality of life and bladder capacity in bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis patients. Single injection of botulinum toxin could not achieve long‐term successful therapeutic result, and repeat injections could provide a better long‐term success rate. However, patients with ulcer type bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis might not gain a benefit from botulinum toxin type A injection. Laboratory evidence showed that botulinum toxin type A for bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis injection could induce peripheral desensitization, reduces bladder chronic inflammation and decreases apoptotic signal molecules in the urothelium. The present article reviewed the recent advances of botulinum toxin type A on bladder pain syndrome/interstitial cystitis.
Interstitial cystitis is bladder pain syndrome with Hunner's lesion
Authors: Fall Magnus , Logadottir Yr , Peeker Ralph 
Published: May 2014

Abstract: The contents and understanding of the term, interstitial cystitis, have undergone major changes during the past 100 years, moving from a chronic, true inflammatory bladder disorder to an extensive syndrome with lower urinary tract pain. Comments on this development are presented. From examples in the literature, some important features of classic interstitial cystitis are outlined. The more inclusive attitude of later decades has drawn desirable attention to the entire spectrum of disorders resulting in bladder pain. The wish to include all of them into one handy entity has unfortunately resulted in much scientific and clinical confusion, though. It is noted that originally interstitial cystitis represented the Hunner type of disease. Today, there is agreement that the classic type of interstitial cystitis with Hunner's lesions, bladder pain syndrome type 3C according to current terminology, stands out as a well‐defined phenotype; it has to evaluated separately in clinical studies and practice, as treatment requirements differ importantly between this and other phenotypes
Therapeutic efficacy of narrow band imaging‐assisted transurethral electrocoagulation for ulcer‐type interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome
Authors: Kajiwara Mitsuru , Inoue Shougo , Kobayashi Kanao , Ohara Shinya , Teishima Jun , Matsubara Akio 
Published: May 2014

ObjectivesNarrow band imaging cystoscopy can increase the visualization and detection of Hunner's lesions. A single‐center, prospective clinical trial was carried out aiming to show the effectiveness of narrow band imaging‐assisted transurethral electrocoagulation for ulcer‐type interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome.MethodsA total of 23 patients (19 women and 4 men) diagnosed as having ulcer‐type interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome were included. All typical Hunner's lesions and suspected areas identified by narrow band imaging were electrocoagulated endoscopically after the biopsy of those lesions. Therapeutic efficacy was assessed prospectively by using visual analog scale score of pain, O'Leary–Sant's symptom index, O'Leary–Sant's problem index and overactive bladder symptom score.ResultsThe mean follow‐up period was 22 months. All patients (100%) experienced a substantial improvement in pain. The average visual analog scale pain scores significantly decreased from 7.3 preoperatively to 1.2 1 month postoperatively. A total of 21 patients (91.3%) who reported improvement had at least a 50% reduction in bladder pain, and five reported complete resolution. Daytime frequency was significantly decreased postoperatively. O'Leary–Sant's symptom index, O'Leary–Sant's problem index and overactive bladder symptom score were significantly decreased postoperatively. However, during the follow‐up period, a total of six patients had recurrence, and repeat narrow band imaging‐assisted transurethral electrocoagulation of the recurrent lesions was carried out for five of the six patients, with good response in relieving bladder pain.ConclusionsOur results showed that narrow band imaging‐assisted transurethral electrocoagulation could be a valuable therapeutic alternative in patients with ulcer‐type interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome, with good efficacy and reduction of recurrence rate.
Inflammation characteristics in bladder pain syndrome ESSIC type 3C/classic interstitial cystitis
Authors: Logadottir Yr , Delbro Dick , Lindholm Catharina , Fall Magnus , Peeker Ralph 
Published: May 2014

ObjectivesInterstitial cystitis is regarded as a heterogenous syndrome with two distinguishable forms: the non‐ulcer and the classic form of interstitial cystitis, the latter with Hunner's lesions; or bladder pain syndrome type 3C and non‐Hunner bladder pain syndrome, respectively.MethodsA cohort of 379 patients diagnosed with interstitial cystitis was studied. Nitric oxide release from the bladder was measured using a chemiluminescence nitric oxide analyzer. Bladder biopsies from the patients and healthy controls were analyzed by routine histopathological examination. Biopsies from a subset of patients and controls were also analyzed by immunohistochemistry and cytokine gene expression by real‐time polymerase chain reaction.ResultsPatients with bladder pain syndrome type 3C/classic interstitial cystitis had considerably higher levels of nitric oxide as compared with non‐Hunner bladder pain syndrome/non‐ulcer interstitial cystitis patients and healthy individuals, and showed histologically a chronic inflammation in the bladder mucosa, with abundant mast cell infiltration in all layers of the bladder wall. No inflammation was noted in non‐Hunner bladder pain syndrome/non‐ulcer interstitial cystitis patients. The isoenzymes inducible nitric oxide synthase, the catalyst in the nitric oxide production, was strongly expressed in the inflammatory cells in the bladder mucosa of bladder pain syndrome type 3C/classic interstitial cystitis patients. In addition, the expression of the pro‐inflammatory cytokines interleukin‐6 and interleukin‐17A messenger ribonucleic acid, and of anti‐inflammatory interleukin‐10 messenger ribonucleic acid showed significantly increased levels in bladder pain syndrome type 3C/classic interstitial cystitis compared with healthy controls.ConclusionBladder pain syndrome type 3C/classic interstitial cystitis is a distinct inflammatory disease and in many aspects shares features of inflammatory autoimmune diseases. These findings could open up novel research avenues with expectations for new targets for pharmacological treatment.
Muscarinic receptors mediate cold stress‐induced detrusor overactivity in type 2 diabetes mellitus rats
Authors: Imamura Tetsuya , Ishizuka Osamu , Ogawa Teruyuki , Yamagishi Takahiro , Yokoyama Hitoshi , Minagawa Tomonori , Nakazawa Masaki , Gautam Sudha Silwal , Nishizawa Osamu 
Published: May 2014

ObjectivesThis study determined if muscarinic receptors could mediate the cold stress‐induced detrusor overactivity induced in type 2 diabetes mellitus rats.MethodsTen‐week‐old female Goto‐Kakizaki diabetic rats (n = 12) and Wister Kyoto non‐diabetic rats (n = 12) were maintained on a high‐fat diet for 4 weeks. Cystometric investigations of the unanesthetized rats were carried out at room temperature (27 ± 2°C) for 20 min. They were intravenously administered imidafenacin (0.3 mg/kg, n = 6) or vehicle (n = 6). After 5 min, the rats were transferred to a low temperature (4 ± 2°C) for 40 min where the cystometry was continued. The rats were then returned to room temperature for the final cystometric measurements. Afterwards, expressions of bladder muscarinic receptor M3 and M2 messenger ribonucleic acids and proteins were assessed by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction and immunohistochemistry.ResultsIn non‐diabetic Wister Kyoto rats, imidafenacin did not reduce cold stress‐induced detrusor overactivity. In diabetic Goto‐Kakizaki rats, just after transfer to a low temperature, the cold stress‐induced detrusor overactivity in imidafenacin‐treated rats was reduced compared with vehicle‐treated rats. Within the urinary bladders, the ratio of M3 to M2 receptor messenger ribonucleic acid in the diabetic Goto‐Kakizaki rats was significantly higher than that of the non‐diabetic Wister Kyoto rats. The proportion of muscarinic M3 receptor‐positive area within the detrusor in diabetic Goto‐Kakizaki rats was also significantly higher than that in non‐diabetic Wister Kyoto rats.ConclusionsImidafenacin partially inhibits cold stress‐induced detrusor overactivity in diabetic Goto‐Kakizaki rats. In this animal model, muscarinic M3 receptors partially mediate cold stress‐induced detrusor overactivity.
Bovine Collagen Implant: Histologic Chronology in Pig Dermis
Authors: Burke Karen E. , Naughton Gail , Waldo Elaine , Cassai Nick 
Published: May 2014

AbstractThe histologic fate of an injectable form of type I bovine dermal collagen (Zyderm Collagen Implant, ZCI) in the pig dermis and subcutaneous tissue has been studied. Biopsies were taken sequentially and analyzed by hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) and Weigert's stain, by birefringence, by direct immunofluorescence (using a highly specific rabbit anti‐Zyderm antibody), and by electron microscopy. The implant material was found to stimulate a host response resulting in implant degradation and replacement by newly generated host collagen.
Chiseling of Exposed Bone to Stimulate Granulation Tissue after Mohs Surgery
Authors: Vanderveen Evelyn E. , Stoner John G. , Swanson Neil A. 
Published: May 2014

AbstractExtensive Mohs surgery for carcinomas of the forehead and scalp occasionally requires the removal of periosteum. The exposed bone presents a wound management problem. One method, if healing by secondary intention is a viable option, is to chisel bone to stimulate granulation tissue and promote healing. A case is presented that describes this procedure in an elderly patient.
Early Surgical Treatment of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
Authors: Azab A. Sherief , Kamal M. Shawky , Haggar M. Shawky El , Metawaa Bahgat A. , Hindawy D. S. 
Published: May 2014

AbstractCutaneous leishmaniasis, treated or untreated, is known to leave disfiguring scars. These scars are usually on exposed parts, for which plastic surgery may be required. The present work deals with the treatment of cutaneous leishmaniasis using surgical techniques from the onset. In 20 patients, 35 lesions were excised down to the deep fascia. To cover the resulting defect, subcuticular sutures were used in 7 small lesions. Dufourmental (LLL flap)6 and Limberg flaps7,8 were used in 23 lesions of moderate size. Free grafting was resorted to in five large lesions. Using these techniques, morbidity was reduced and cosmetic results were satisfactory.
Technetium Antimony Sulfur Colloid Scintiscan in Selective Lymph Node Dissection for Malignant Melanoma
Authors: Doss Larry L. , Padilla R. Steven , Hladik William B. 
Published: May 2014

AbstractLymphoscintigraphy with Technetium antimony sulfur colloid (TASC) was used in four patients with malignant melanoma to identify the pattern of lymphatic drainage, allowing selective lymph node dissection. TASC is safe and predictive of lymph node drainage patterns. Using this technique allows visualization of multiple tiers of lymph nodes in 2 to 6 hours.
Malignant Melanoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma in a Patient Treated for Severe Pustular Psoriasis
Authors: Friedman Kenneth J. , Vollmer Robin T. 
Published: May 2014

AbstractA case of cutaneous malignant melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma arising in psoriatic plaques of a patient with severe, pustular psoriasis is presented. The possible role of therapy in the development, growth, and spread of cutaneous malignancy in this patient and in other reported treated psoriatic patients is reviewed.
Metastatic Basal Cell Carcinoma Originating in the Supra‐Parotid Region
Authors: Dzubow Leonard M. 
Published: May 2014

AbstractA patient with a basal cell carcinoma originating from the skin overlying the parotid gland was found histologically to have lymphatic, hematogenous, and neural involvement. Conditions possibly relevant to the metastatic potential of basal cell carcinomas are discussed.
Nostalgic constructions of nurse education in British national newspapers
Authors: Gillett Karen 
Published: May 2014

AbstractAimTo explore nostalgic constructions of nurse education in British National newspapers.BackgroundBritish newspaper discourse relating to the increased academic level of nurse education in the UK is negative, evoking comparisons between negative constructions of nurse education in the present and an idealized nostalgic view of the past.DesignDiscussion paper.Data SourcesThis study used a critical discourse analysis approach to analyse 11 British Newspaper articles, which exemplify nostalgic constructions of nurse education. This was a purposive sample from a database search (LexisNexis) of British national newspaper articles relating to the increasing academic level of nurse education in the period from 1999–2012.Implications for NursingA dominant nostalgic discourse constructs a ‘golden era’ of nurse education, which idealizes the past, making the present flawed in comparison. Nostalgic constructions create group identities creating contrasting ‘caring’ nurses educated in the idealized past with those educated now, who are perceived as too educated to care. An inherent characteristic of the nostalgic discourse is the notion that the solution to current problems with nurse education is a return to an idealized version of the past. Another less common newspaper discourse views nostalgia as a problematic construct.ConclusionNostalgic discourse with a focus on the past potentially acts as a barrier to creating an effective nurse education system for the 21st Century. This focus on an idealized past also has potential consequences in terms of public opinion and legitimization of government policy, which might otherwise be viewed as retrograde.
Nurse religiosity and spiritual care
Authors: Taylor Elizabeth Johnston , Park Carla Gober , Pfeiffer Jane Bacon 
Published: May 2014

AbstractAimsTo describe how the religiosity of Christian nurses motivates their practice and manifests during patient care, especially spiritual care.BackgroundNurses around the world are often religious. This religiosity inherently affects nursing practice. Ethical codes, however, direct that nurses ought to never proselytize their religion while caring for patients. Little is known about how the religion of nurses affects their nursing practice.DesignCross‐sectional phenomenological study.MethodsData were collected during semi‐structured interviews in 2009–2011 with 14 Christian nurses in the USA. Data were coded and thematically analysed after transcription.FindingsInformants described how they approached patients with religious conversation or spiritual care interventions that were overtly Christian in nature. With some awareness of the potential for harm in presenting their Christian beliefs and practices, these nurses also observed for patient cues before raising religious discourse and maintained caution so as to respect patient autonomy. Religiosity also was a personal resource for these nurses as they cared for very ill patients. The following themes were described: religious determinants and influences, perceptions of divine promptings and protection, religious approaches to spiritual care, respecting patient spirituality/religiosity and religious preparation for daily work.ConclusionUnderstanding these religious motivations and religious spiritual care practices of Christian nurses provides evidence that can stimulate debate for policy makers and scholars. It can also inform educators teaching spiritual care and administrators supervising religious nurses.
Feeling the green? Value orientation as a moderator of emotional response to green electricity
Authors: Nilsson Andreas , Hansla André , Biel Anders 
Published: May 2014

AbstractFraming effects on emotional responses in a green electricity choice are investigated in a survey of a random sample of 655 Swedish residents. The results show that overall more positive and less negative emotions are experienced for a promotion frame (“choosing green electricity and paying more”) than for a prevention frame (“not choosing green electricity and paying less”). Value orientation is shown to moderate the framing effect in that for the promotion frame, individuals with a self‐transcendence value orientation show the most positive and least negative emotion, whereas for the prevention frame, individuals with a self‐enhancement value orientation show the most positive and least negative emotion. Emotional responses are further shown to mediate the relationship between value orientation and intention to purchase eco‐labeled electricity.