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Development of in vitro shoot cultures of strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Duch.) ‘Senga Sengana’ and ‘Elsanta’ under the influence of high doses of gibberellic acid
Authors: Litwińczuk Wojciech , Okołotkiewicz Ewa , Matyaszek Iwona 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
In this study, the influence of gibberellic acid (GA3) on strawberry in vitro shoot culture growth and development was investigated. ‘Senga Sengana’ and ‘Elsanta’ clones were grown on the medium recommended by Boxus (1999), supplemented with BA (0.5 mg dm-3), IBA (0.1 mg dm-3), glucose (40.0 g dm-3) and GA3 (0.1 - control, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 10.0 mg dm-3). In general, gibberellic acid improved axillary shoot elongation and reduced the growth of callus as well as the formation of roots and the development of adventitious shoots. GA3 applied at a concentration of 1.0-2.0 mg dm-3 significantly increased the number of axillary shoots (mainly crown shoots), whereas under higher (5.0-10.0 mg dm-3) doses it stimulated the development of runners. It seems that a new method of strawberry micropropagation based on the multiplication of axillary crowns and runners, which could also reduce the risk of domination of in vitro cultures with adventitious shoots, might be elaborated
Quantitative assessment of the morphogenetic efficiency in strawberry Fragaria × ananassa Duch
Authors: Żebrowska Jadwiga , Dyduch Magdalena 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
A quantitative assessment of the morphogenetic capability of strawberry was performed. In the experiment, three genotypes of strawberry Fragaria × ananassa Duch. were tested, including two cultivars: ‘Plena’ and ‘Kent’, and one breeding clone no. „394‟. Morphogenetic efficiency was expressed by the mean number of microplants produced by the explant of progeny combinations F1 in two subsequent subcultures. Progeny F1 was obtained after crossings, which were carried out according to Griffing's method 3, with the use of the parental genotypes given above. Quantitative parameters: combining ability and the effect of reciprocal crosses estimated in the progeny F1 allowed to assess the genetic control of the analysed feature. The high positive effect of reciprocal crosses showed that in „Plena‟ the morphogenetic capability is genetically controlled mainly by nuclear genes. On the other hand, aspects of extranuclear inheritance of the analysed trait were observed in ‘Kent’, which proved a weak explant ability of the progeny combination F1 to produce microplants. This resulted in the high negative effect of reciprocal crosses for that cultivar
Prevention of chilling injury in sweet bell pepper stored at 1.5ºC by heat treatments and individual shrink packaging
Authors: Fallik Elazar , Bar-Yosef Avital , Alkalai-Tuvia Sharon , Aharon Zion , Perzelan Yaacov , Ilić Zoran , Lurie Susan 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
The goal of this three-year study was to develop a quarantine-like treatment for two commercial sweet pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) cultivars, based on physical treatments and packaging materials, and to understand, in part, the chilling resistance-mode-of-action.
This research has revealed that individual shrink packaging following prestorage-HWRB treatment, significantly reduced chilling injuries and chilling severity, as shown by very low percentage of CI and a very low CI index, while maintaining a good overall quality (less decay incidence and weight loss) after 21 d at 1.5°C plus 3 d at 20°C (sea transport to USA and Japan from Israel + marketing simulation).
The chilling injury reduction is mainly due to a significant water loss reduction by the shrink film, while HWRB treatment contributed mainly to a significant decay reduction, and to some degree of inhibition of chilling development. Cultivar ‘Selika’ was found less susceptible to chilling then cultivar ‘7158’.
Phenolic compounds as the major antioxidants in red cabbage
Authors: Leja Maria , Kamińska Iwona , Kołton Anna 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
In the heads of four red cabbage cultivars and two DH lines (one of red and one of white type), as well as in the standard white cabbage ‘Lennox F1’ cultivar, the contents of phenolic substances (total, phenylpropanoids, flavonols and anthocyanins) were estimated. Antiradical scavenging activity was determined using the DPPH and ABTS methods. The level of phenolics of all the groups, especially that of the anthocyanins, as well as RSA, was much higher in red cabbage in comparison to white. Among red cabbage assays, also a considerable variability of antioxidative parameters was observed. Four-month commercial storage resulted in a significant reduction in phenol compounds in red cabbage, but this was not the case in the white cultivar.
Radical scavenging activity did not significantly change after cold storage, except in 2005/06, when a decrease in RSA measured by the DPPH method was noticed. The values of RSA determined by the ABTS method exceeded those determined by DPPH.
Evaluation of the suitability of Festuca rubra L. and F. nigrescens Lam. ecotypes as a material for lawn grass breeding
Authors: Dąbrowska Agnieszka 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
In the years 2004-2006, 37 F. rubra L. ecotypes and 35 F. nigrescens Lam. ecotypes were evaluated for their main lawn traits: the general aspect of the plant, slow re-growth, overwintering, winter greenness, leaf fineness and disease resistance. The lawn properties of the ecotypes were assessed with the use of the IHAR 9-grade scale of the visual quality classification system. The study individuals were compared with the model varieties: F. rubra ‘Areta’ and F. nigrescens ‘Nimba’. The ecotypes originated from natural localities in the Lublin region. The experiment was conducted using the method of randomly chosen blocks in three repetitions. One repetition contained six plants of one ecotype grown at a distance of 75 × 30 cm. The aim of the study was to analyze the variability of lawn traits in the examined F. rubra and F. nigrescens ecotypes and to estimate the suitability of the selected material for the breeding of new lawn varieties. Analyses indicated that most of the ecotypes that grow in natural localities in the Lublin region display high-grade lawn traits. This confirms the great suitability of the wild plants for further breeding. Ecotypes of both species obtained high scores comparable with model varieties for their disease resistance, leaf fineness and winter greenness, and also for general aspect and slow re-growth.
Hibiscus Rhodanthus (Malvaceae) – An Interesting Plant Species In Southeastern Africa
Authors: Medwecka-Kornaś Anna 
Published: July 2013

Abstract Hibiscus rhodanthus Gürke ex Schinz (Malvaceae) is a small plant with bright red flowers, herbaceous in the aboveground parts and permanently woody in the underground rootstock. It belongs to the ‘geoxylic suffrutices’, a group of pyrophytes. The author had an opportunity to observe H. rhodanthus in Zambia, Southeastern Africa. This paper contains information on the genus Hibiscus L., the morphology of the studied species, and the vegetation and climate of Zambia. Newly ascertained localities of H. rhodanthus are listed, and data on its occurrence on two permanent plots in tall-grass savanna near Lusaka are given. The above-ground parts of H. rhodanthus usually develop soon after burning of vegetation, mainly in the second part of the dry season. Flowers may occur first, then stems and leaves, in full development during the rainy season. The geographic distribution and theories of the origin of ‘geoxylic suffrutices’ are discussed.
Taxonomic and Nomenclatural Notes on Hieracium Tomosense (Asteraceae), A Neglected Carpathian Endemic
Authors: Szeląg Zbigniew 
Published: July 2013

Abstract Hieracium tomosense Simk., a mountain forest species known to date only from the Piatra Mare Mts in the Southern Carpathians, Romania, has been found in other parts of the Southern and Eastern Carpathians. This hybridogenous species of the morphological formula H. transylvanicum > H. murorum was incorrectly included by Zahn and Nyárády into H. transylvanicum Heuff. as a variety, thus sending H. tomosense into oblivion. A distribution map of H. tomosense is presented and its relation to H. praecurrens is discussed. The name H. tomosense is lectotypified by a specimen stored at the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Budapest (BP).
New perspectives on antibacterial drug research
Authors: Ziemska Joanna , Rajnisz Aleksandra , Solecka Jolanta 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
Bacterial resistance to commonly used antibiotics is constantly increasing. Bacteria particularly dangerous for human life are methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium and fluoroquinolone-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Hence, there is an incessant need for developing compounds with new modes of action and seeking alternate drug targets. In this review, the authors discuss the current situation of antibacterial medicines and present data on new antibiotic targets. Moreover, alternatives to antibiotics, such as bacteriophages, antimicrobial peptides and monoclonal antibodies, are presented. The authors also draw attention to the valuable features of natural sources in developing antibacterial compounds. The need to prevent and control infections as well as the reasonable use of currently available antibiotics is also emphasized.
Alien invasive neophytes of the Southeastern part of the Pannonian Plain
Authors: Anačkov Goran , Rat Milica , Radak Boris , Igić Ružica , Vukov Dragana , Rućando Marko , Krstivojević Mirjana , Radulović Snežana , Cvijanović Dušanka , Milić Dubravka , Panjković Biljana , Szabados Klara , Perić Ranko , Kiš Alen , Stojšić Vida , Boža Pal 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
Floristic diversity in the Pannonian Plain is the result of mosaic habitat composition, characterized by steppes, saline meadows, and lowland forests along major rivers. In the last few centuries, the flora has become enriched by species introduced by human activities, such as colonization and industrialization. Presently it consists of nearly 1800 species. As a result of 30 years of field research as well as herbarium and literature searches, a list of invasive alien neophytes has been compiled and is presented here. The list includes 152 species, classified as either naturalized, casual, or unknown. One of the species is listed in Red Book of Serbian Flora. Eighty species are naturalized, and 61 are casual species. The majority of the introduced flora originates from North America (66) and the Old World (43). Most alien invasive species of the Southeastern part of the Pannonian Plain, were introduced accidentally by seed material or deliberately by nursery saplings. The annual and perennial herbaceous plants, which flower in the summer and summer-autumn periods, are represented in the greatest numbers. The alien flora was further analyzed with respect to taxonomy, life forms, pollination, and seed dispersal mode. The greatest number of alien species appears in anthropogenic and semi-natural habitats (59). In natural habitats, 45 invasive taxa were recorded, representing a conservation threat to biodiversity.
Massive upper gastrointestinal bleeding due to right hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm secondary to cholecystitis
Authors: Habib K. , Williams G. 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
A literature trawl reveals a substantial number of reports on true visceral aneurysms, including the hepatic artery, but only a handful of cases of visceral pseudoaneurysms. The ones in relation to the biliary tree are associated with previous gall bladder surgery and can result in significant gastrointestinal bleeding. There are more than 10 reported cases of cystic artery pseudoaneurysms but a thorough search revealed only two cases in English (1,2) and perhaps one in Japanese literature of right hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm secondary to cholecystitis presenting as massive upper gastrointestinal bleed. We present a probable fourth case in a 52 year old woman with classical clinical/biochemical picture, typical radiological appearance and who underwent successful interventional radiological treatment of this condition.
Late onset of pulmonary cement embolism after a regular vertebroplasy. A clinical documentation
Authors: Falkenstern-Ge Roger , Husemann Kim , Kohlhäufl Martin 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
Vertebroplasty is a new minimal-invasive procedure for the treatment of painful vertebral fractures. The risk of a pulmonary embolism ranges from 3.5 to 23% for osteoporotic fractures. However, data about the incidence and treatment strategies of pulmonary cement embolisms (PCE) are limited. We report a case of a patient with symptomatic pulmonary cement embolism after the vertebroplasty. The diagnosis was confirmed by means of CT- scan. In cases of asymptomatic patients with peripheral PCE we recommend no treatment besides clinical follow-up. In our case of symptomatic embolisms, we recommend to proceed according to the guidelines regarding the treatment of thrombotic pulmonary embolisms, which includes initial heparinization and a following 6-month coumarin therapy.
Pulmonary actinomycosis as a rare cause of inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor: a case report
Authors: Kosjerina Zdravko , Kuhajda Ivan , Rosen Yale , Sekulic Slobodan , Ostric Vesna 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
Pulmonary inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor encompasses a heterogeneous spectrum of reactive, infectious, and neoplastic entities. It is composed of spindle-shaped myofibroblastic cells in a background of inflammatory cells and collagen fibres. Actinomycosis is a bacterial infection. It infects the lower respiratory tracts by inhalation or aspiration of oropharyngeal or upper gastrointestinal materials. Only eight cases of pulmonary IMT associated with actinomycosis have been reported in the literature so far. This is the ninth case reported.
Ethical considerations in the use of brain-computer interfaces
Authors: Mikołajewska Emilia , Mikołajewski Dariusz 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
Nervous system disorders are among the most severe disorders. Significant breakthroughs in contemporary clinical practice may provide brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and neuroprostheses (NPs). The aim of this article is to investigate the extent to which the ethical considerations in the clinical application of brain-computer interfaces and associated threats are being identified. Ethical considerations and implications may significantly influence further development of BCIs and NPs. Moreover, there is significant public interest in supervising this development. Awareness of BCIs’ and NPs’ threats and limitations allow for wise planning and management in further clinical practice, especially in the area of long-term neurorehabilitation and care.
Unilateral versus bilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation in minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion
Authors: Choi Un Yong , Park Jeong Yoon , Kim Kyung Hyun , Kuh Sung Uk , Chin Dong Kyu , Kim Keun Su , Cho Yong Eun 
Published: August 2013

Object
Clinical results for unilateral pedicle screw fixation after lumbar interbody fusion have been reported to be as good as those for bilateral instrumentation. However, no studies have directly compared unilateral and bilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation after minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF). The purpose of this study was to determine whether unilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation is comparable with bilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation in 1-segment MIS TLIF.

Methods
This was a prospective randomized study of 53 patients who underwent unilateral or bilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation after MIS TLIF for 1-segment lumbar degenerative disc disease. Twenty-six patients were assigned to a unilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation group and 27 patients were assigned to a bilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation group. Operative time, blood loss, clinical outcomes (that is, Oswestry Disability Index [ODI] and visual analog scale [VAS] scores), complication rates, and fusion rates were assessed using CT scanning 2 years after surgical treatment.

Results
The 2 groups were similar in age, sex, preoperative diagnosis, and operated level, and they did not differ significantly in the length of follow-up (27.5 [Group 1] vs 28.9 [Group 2] months) or clinical results. Both groups showed substantial improvements in VAS and ODI scores 2 years after surgical treatment. The groups differed significantly in operative time (unilateral 84.2 minutes; bilateral 137.6 minutes), blood loss (unilateral 92.7 ml; bilateral, 232.0 ml), fusion rate (unilateral 84.6%; bilateral 96.3%), and postoperative scoliotic change (unilateral 23.1%; bilateral 3.7%).

Conclusions
Unilateral and bilateral screw fixation after MIS TLIF produced similar clinical results. Although perioperative results were better with unilateral screw fixation, the long-term results were better with bilateral screw fixation, suggesting bilateral screw fixation is a better choice after MIS TLIF.
En quoi la psychanalyse nous conduit-elle à (re)penser la question de l'articulation de l'universel et du singulier ?
Authors: Vivès Jean-Michel 
Published: July 2013

La psychanalyse propose une forme d’universel spécifique que l’on pourrait nommer un « universel singulier ». La réponse apportée, par chacun d’entre nous, à l’injonction freudienne : « Wo Es warn, soll Ich werden » est l’expression de cet « universel singulier ».
L'universel qu'on dit chrétien
Authors: Rey Jean-Michel 
Published: July 2013

Le projet de saint Paul est d’unifier la diversité dans Un seul, le Christ et, par là, de donner un fondement une fois pour toutes au christianisme. L’universel est d’emblée théologique et politique. Il est et sera catholique . Une partie du xix e siècle français cherche à montrer qu’il y a eu un « christianisme avant le Christ », que le monde grec est en partie déjà chrétien : l’universel s’affirme en oubliant le monde juif.
Primary Pulmonary Poorly Differentiated Synovial Sarcoma: Transducer-Like Enhancer of Split 1 Immunohistochemistry as A Valuable Diagnostic Aid
Authors: Kaur Amulyajit , Tazelaar Henry Dale , Sahai Kavita 
Published: August 2013

ABSTRACTPoorly differentiated primary pulmonary synovial sarcomas are rare and challenging for a surgical pathologist to diagnose. Although the demonstration of the tumor specific translocation, t (x; 18)(p11.2;q11.2) or the resultant fusion gene (SYT-SSX) is the gold standard for diagnosis, this test is not always accessible. We report the use of immunohistochemistry, including transducer-like enhancer of split-1 in the diagnosis of one such tumor in a young individual.
Association of Secondary Hyperparathyroidism with Hemoglobin Level in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
Authors: Chutia Happy , Ruram Alice Abraham , Bhattacharyya Himashree , Boruah Polina , Nath Chandan 
Published: August 2013

ABSTRACT
Purpose: Secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) is one of the less recognized reasons of anemia in chronic kidney disease (CKD). In this study, we evaluated the role of SHPT as a cause of anemia and correlation of intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) and hemoglobin (Hb) level in hemodialysis (HD) patients.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in 63 individuals admitted in HD unit of the institute. Serum samples were collected and urea, creatinine, Hb, ferritin and iPTH levels were measured. Statistical analysis was carried out using the SPSS software (IBM, NY, USA).
Results: Mean ± standard deviation for serum urea, creatinine, Hb, ferritin and intact PTH were 177 ± 15.52, 15.16 ± 2.28 mg/dl, 7.03 ± 2.26 g/dl, 654.7 ± 563.4 ng/ml, 539.18 ± 493.59 pg/ml respectively. A reverse correlation was found between intact PTH and Hb level.
Conclusions: A variety of postulated pathophysiological mechanisms linking SHPT and anemia in CKD are discussed. An efficient control of parathyroid hormone hypersecretion may be required to achieve a better management of anemia in HD patients.
Staphylococcal Blood Stream Infections: Epidemiology, Resistance Pattern and Outcome at a Level 1 Indian Trauma Care Center
Authors: Tak Vibhor , Mathur Purva , Lalwani Sanjeev , Misra Mahesh Chandra 
Published: August 2013

ABSTRACT
Purpose: Blood stream infection (BSI)/bacteremia is a potentially life threatening infection and are associated with a high crude mortality. Coagulase negative Staphylococcus (CONS) and Staphylococcus aureus are the most commonly isolated gram positive bacteria from blood culture samples. While S. aureus is a known pathogen causing BSIs, CONS are considered to be common contaminants of blood culture. Of late many studies have challenged this traditional viewpoint. The aim of this study was to determine the epidemiology and significance of Staphylococcus aureus and CONS bacteremia, their resistance patterns and associated mortality in critically ill trauma patients admitted to a level 1 trauma center.
Materials and Methods: The study was conducted from January 2009 to June 2011. All patients from whose blood samples yielded a S. aureus or CONS on culture were included in this study. A detailed history was obtained and follow-up of the patients was done. The isolates of Staphylococci were identified to species level. Antibiotic susceptibility was performed by the disc diffusion method and VITEK-2 system.
Results: During this 30 month period, total of 10,509 blood samples were received from 2,938 patients. A total of 1,961 samples taken from 905 patients were positive for one or more pathogens. S. aureus/CONS were isolated from 469 samples from 374 patients. Crude mortality amongst the patients having Staphylococcal BSI was 25% (94/374).
Conclusion: Staphylococcal blood stream infections are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality.