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Histórias da arte e visualidades indígenas
Authors: Oliveira Emerson Dionisio Gomes de , Malta Marize , Couto Maria de Fátima Morethy 
Published: July 2024

A presente edição da Revista MODOS: Revista de História da Arte conta com vinte textos inéditos. Dentre os quais, destacamos os artigos do dossiê "Processos curatoriais e exposições de artes indígenas na/da América Latina". Os textos selecionados debatem o amplo processo de reflexão, que busca examinar em que condições históricas estão sendo vistas, exibidas e compreendidas as produções visuais indígenas. A questão não está apenas nas tardias estratégias de dar maior visibilidade à produção de artistas indígenas e incorporá-la às coleções institucionais dedicadas às artes, mas na predisposição de indagar nosso aparato intelectual, que estabeleceu hierarquias classificatórias, enquadramentos estéticos, formas rígidas de pensamento que estruturaram a história da arte tradicional.
Numerical simulation of potential impulse waves generated by Mogu rock landslide at varying water levels in Lianghekou Reservoir, China
Authors: Chen Shizhuang , Xu Weiya , Zhang Guike , Wang Rubin , Yan Long , Zhang Hailong , Wang Huanling 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Reservoir impoundment and water level fluctuations often trigger landslides and their secondary disasters, such as potential impulse waves, posing a serious threat to the safety of people along the reservoir and dam areas, causing economic losses and even catastrophic consequences. This study delves into a comprehensive field investigation and monitoring of the engineering geological conditions and deformation mechanisms the Mogu rock landslide. Impoundment is identified as the primary factor inducing slope deformation, with the cumulative displacement of the sliding body showing no signs of convergence, indicating potential instability. By coupling the elasto-visco-plasticity model and the RNG turbulence model in FLOW3D, an actual surge disaster near the Lianghekou Reservoir dam area is replicated to validate the reliability of the numerical method. Building upon this, a three-dimensional model is established to calculate potential impulse waves generated by the Mogu rock landslide, and the risk to the dam is evaluated. Under varying water level conditions, the simulated heights of impulse waves do not surpass the dam elevation, demonstrating a satisfactory safety margin. Given the inherent danger of landslide-induced wave disasters, continuous attention is warranted, and preventive measures and suggestions are proposed to address these concerns. Additionally, the study explores the contributions of water level fluctuations to the primary wave height, the maximum run-up on the opposite bank and the dam, and the attenuation rate of wave height along the river channel. The results provide significant reference values for the early warning and prevention of comparable reservoir landslides and potential landslide-induced waves worldwide.
Characterization of Tobacco Stalk Ash
Authors: BURAGOHAIN ANANYA , Vartic Victoria , Lalmuanpuii Rebecca , Lalrammawia Khawlhring , Mamatkulov Kahramon , Arzymanyan Grigory , Yushin Nikita , Nekhoroshkov Pavel , Zinicovscaia Inga , Muthukumaran Rajendra Bose 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

During the preparation of ‘tuibur’, a non-cigarette tobacco product of Northeast India (NEI), tobacco ash generated from the tobacco stalk (stem, petiole, and midrib) is haphazardly dispersed into the soil. Powder x-ray diffraction (PXRD) analysis indicated the presence of calcite, potassium chloride, potassium aluminum silicate, magnesium calcite and calcium silicate hydrate crystallites in the tobacco ash. C, O, Mg, Al, Si, Cl, K, Ca, Fe, P and Hg species present at the surface of tobacco stalk ash were studied using x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES), in a complementary manner, indicated the content of selected heavy elements (essential and non-essential).Scanning electron microscopy combined with energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) revealed aggregates of sub-micronorganic tobacco ash particles along with inorganic nano-crystalline particles in the tobacco ash. Raman spectral features revealed the presence of calcite and aragonite, the polymorphs of calcium carbonate, in the tobacco stalk ash samples. Haphazard disposal of tobacco waste such as tobacco ash may lead to environmental degradation.
Feasibility and safety of early cardiac rehabilitation using remote electrocardiogram monitoring in patients with cardiac surgery
Authors: Kim Yeon Mi , Kim Bo Ryun , Pyun Sung Bom , Jung Jae Seung , Kim Hee Jung , Son Ho Sung 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background: To evaluate the safety and feasibility of a remote electrocardiogram monitoring-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR) program during an early postoperative period in patients with cardiac surgery.
Methods: Five days after cardiac surgery, patients were referred to a CR department and participated in a low-intensity inpatient CR program. During 2 weeks of the home-based CR period after discharge, patients participated in aerobic and resistance exercises. electrocardiogram data were transmitted to a cloud where researchers closely monitored them and provided feedback to the patients via telephone calls.
Grip strength (GS), 6-min walk distance (6MWD) and self-reported questionnaires were measured at three different time points: 5 days postsurgery (T1), predischarge (T2), and 2 weeks after discharge (T3). Squat endurance tests and CPET were performed only at T2 and T3.
Results: Sixteen patients completed the study, seven of whom underwent coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG). During the period between T2 and T3, peak VO2 improved from 12.39±0.57 to 17.93±1.25 mL/kg/min (p<0.01). The squat endurance test improved from 16.69±2.31 to 21.81±2.31 (p<0.01). In a comparison of values of time points between T1 and T3, the GS improved from 28.30±1.66 to 30.40±1.70 kg (p=0.02) and 6 MWD increased from 249.33±20.92 to 387.02±22.77 m (p<0.01). The EQ-5D and SF-36 improved from 0.59±0.03 to 0.82±0.03 (p<0.01) and from 83.99±3.40 to 122.82±6.06 (p<0.01), and KASI improved from 5.44±0.58 to 26.11±2.70 (p<0.01).
Conclusion: Early remote ECG monitoring-based CR programs are safe for patients who underwent cardiac surgery. Additionally, the program improved aerobic capacity, functional status, and quality of life.
Trial registration: This study was registered with the Clinical Research Information Service (CRIS) under the trial registration number KCT0006444 on August 13, 2021.
Association between the lactate-to-albumin ratio and 28-day all-cause mortality in critically ill patients with CKD: A retrospective analysis of the MIMIC-IV database
Authors: Chen Lei , Lu Honglei , Lv Chenwei , Ni Haibin , Yu Renjun , Zhang Bing , Hu Xingxing 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Purpose
The lactate-to-albumin ratio (LAR) has been shown to be associated with adverse outcomes in various diseases. However, there has been no research investigating the impact of LAR on the prognosis of critically ill patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This study aimed to elucidate the ability of the LAR to predict 28-day all-cause mortality in critically ill patients with CKD.
Methods
We conducted a retrospective analysis of 4,271 critically ill patients with CKD using the MIMIC-IV database. The exposure factor was the LAR, and the outcome was the 28-day mortality rate. Hazard ratios (HRs) along with their corresponding 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs) were computed using multivariate Cox regression.
Results
Multivariable Cox regression analysis revealed that compared with that in the tertile 1 group, the HR for 28-day mortality in the tertile 2 group was 1.55 (95% CI: 1.26–1.92, P < 0.001), and the HR was 1.91 (95% CI: 1.54–2.36, P < 0.001). K-M analysis demonstrated that patients in the higher LAR group had higher 28-day, 90-day, and one-year mortality rates (P < 0.001).
Conclusions
Our study revealed that the LAR can independently predict the 28-day mortality rate in critically ill patients with CKD and can enhance the predictive value of various disease scores.
Risk and protective factors of higher-grade intrapulmonary hemorrhage in patients undergoing Percutaneous CT-guided microcoil localization before VATS
Authors: Li Yunxin , Xu Yanyan , Feng Hongxiang , Zhang Tongyin , Qin Shuzhu , Sun Hongliang , Huang Zhenguo 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background: Even though CT-guided microcoil localization before video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is considered as a safe and effective procedure, related complications are not rare and sometimes are severe. The purpose of this study was to investigate the associated factors of higher-grade intrapulmonary hemorrhage caused by CT-guided microcoil localization.
Methods: Totally, 432 consecutive patients with solitary nodule who underwent CT-guided microcoil localization prior to VATS were enrolled in this study. According to CT images after procedure, all the nodules were divided into two groups: higher-grade and no or lower-grade intrapulmonary hemorrhage. The clinical characteristics and microcoil localization procedure-related variables of the nodules were analyzed by univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis to screen the independent factors associated with higher-grade intrapulmonary hemorrhage. P＜0.05 was considered to indicate a statistically significant difference.
Results:Intrapulmonary hemorrhage occurred in 161 of the 432 CT-guided microcoil localizations (37.27%), and higher-grade hemorrhage occurred in 41 of all procedures (9.49%). The logistic regression revealed that repeat insertion (OR=9.712, P<0.001) was the only risk factor for higher-grade intrapulmonary hemorrhage, while procedure-related pneumothorax (OR=0.159, P=0.005), nodule size(>5∽10mm, OR=0.216, P=0.002; >10mm, OR=0.349, P=0.035), pleura-microcoil distance(>20∽30mm, OR=0.365, P=0.018), and lung radiodensity along the needle passage(-850HU∽-900HU, OR=0.426, P=0.032; -900HU or less, OR=0.273, P=0.009) were protective factors for higher-grade intrapulmonary hemorrhage.
Conclusions: Repeat insertion was shown to be an independent risk factor for higher-grade hemorrhage in patients with CT-guided microcoil localization. Procedure-related pneumothorax, nodule size(>5mm), pleura-microcoil distance(>20∽30mm), and lung radiodensity along the needle passage(-850HU or less) were protective factors associated with higher-grade hemorrhage.
Investigation of visually impaired schoolchildren's dental health and salivary microbiota characteristics in Guangzhou, China
Authors: feng Qiong , Huang Wengyan , Zhao Xuedan , Sheng Ting , Peng Bo , Meng Si , Liu Weijia , Ge Lihong , Wang Lijing , Pathak Janak Lal , Jiang Qiangzhou , Lin Rong , Zeng Sujuan 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background
Reports indicate that the prevalence of visual impairment (VS) among children in China is on the rise. The oral microbiome plays an essential role in maintaining oral homeostasis and health. The primary objective was to examine the oral health and their oral hygiene habits of VS children in Guangzhou. The secondary objective was to explore the differences in the saliva samples microbiota (SM) between HS (health visual children) and VS children.
Method
101 VS children were chosen to have their oral health examined and their oral hygiene habits surveyed. The oral microbiota was profiled from saliva samples of 20 VS children and 20 healthy visual (HS) children in the Guangzhou population, and 16s rRNA V3-V4 region were sequenced using the Illumina MiSeq platform. The operational taxonomic units (OTUs) were clustered using QIIME and the statistical analysis was performed by R.
Results
Oral hygiene is inadequate among the 101 VS children age from 6-16, who have an exceptionally high caries rate of 92.1%. There was no statistically significant distinction observed in the composition of the salivary microbial community between the two groups. HS children had a higher abundance of Firmicutes, Patescibacteria, and Spirochaetes at the phylum level, and Bacilli, Negativicutes, and Saccharimonadia at the classes level, and Streptococcus at the genus level. In contrast, VS children had more Actinobacteria, Bacteroidetes, Proteobacteria, and Fusobacteriota at the phylum level, and Actinobacteria, Bacteroidia, Gammaproteobacteria, Fusobacteriia, and Clostridia at the classes level, and Rothia, Neisseria, Veillonella, Prevotella_7, Actinomyces, Leptotrichia, and lactobacillales at the genus level. Notably, Actinobacteria was significantly positively correlated with gingivitis and dental caries. Additionally, Actinobacteria salivarius, within the phylum Actinobacteria, was substantially more abundant in VS children.
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of oral health care for visually impaired schoolchildren in Guangzhou. It provides valuable insights into the salivary microbiota characteristics of this population and suggests potential targets for intervention to improve their oral health status.
Impact of acute exercise on performance and physiological stress during simulated firefighter occupational tasks
Authors: Agostinelli Philip , Bordonie Nicholas C. , Robbins Ann M. , Jones Parker L. , Reagan Lee F. , Mobley C. Brooks , Miller Matthew W. , Murrah William M. , Sefton JoEllen M. 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Purpose
We aimed to determine how a bout of resistance or aerobic exercise impacts physiological responses and performance during firefighting occupational tasks.
Methods
Thirty-two non-firefighters completed two baseline assessments, and three trials: resistance exercise (RE), aerobic exercise (AE), or rested control (CON). Trials were followed by an occupational task assessment (OTA; four rounds of 10 deadlifts (85 or 135lbs) and 0.15-mile 40lb-sandbag carry) in an environmental chamber (35°C/50% humidity).
Results
Time to complete by condition was not statistically different (CON: 1134 ± 261, AE: 1198 ± 214, RE: 1212 ± 302 sec; p = 0.162). Average heart rate (CON: 148.5 ± 16.2, AE: 166.3 ± 11.5, RE: 159.9 ± 13.0 bpm; p < 0.01), core temperature (CON: 37.56 ± 0.35, AE: 38.68 ± 0.26, RE: 38.44 ± 0.46°C; p < 0.01), and skin temperature (CON: 36.33 ± 0.54, AE: 37.48 ± 0.58, RE: 36.87 ± 0.86°C; p < 0.01) were elevated during OTA following AE and RE compared to CON, and higher following AE compared to RE.
Conclusion
Our findings suggest job performance may not be impacted, physiological strain during the tasks may be elevated; increasing risk for heat injury following on-shift exercise, and more prominently following aerobic exercise.
Unlocking the Puzzle: Under-Five Mortality and Its Determinants in Africa". A Systematic Review
Authors: Avelino Israel , Van-Dúnem Joaquim , Varandas Luís 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Mortality among children under five is a critical measure of public health, amenable to preventive interventions. Despite global strides in reducing fatalities in this age group, disparities persist, notably in Sub-Saharan Africa.This study aimed to systematize knowledge on factors contributing to under-five mortality in Africa, emphasizing sociodemographic and health aspects.
Methods
A systematic review was conducted adhering to PRISMA guidelines. Articles were sourced from Lilacs, Scielo, and Medline via PubMed, BVS Google Scholar, and grey literature. Keywords and Boolean operators facilitated relevant study retrieval. Articles on children under five, published between January 2013 and December 2022, in English, Portuguese, or Spanish, in peer-reviewed journals were included. Methodological quality assessment utilized the Joanna Briggs Institute tool.
Results
Among 694 identified studies, only 30 met inclusion criteria. Socioeconomic factors like poverty and maternal education, alongside maternal age extremes, multiparity, inadequate prenatal care, and low birth weight, emerged as primary determinants of child mortality.
Conclusion
Addressing social disparities, particularly through maternal education and improved primary healthcare services, is crucial for curbing under five mortality in Africa.
Molecular Detection of Buruli ulcer among Patients with Various Degrees of Skin Ulcerative Lesions Revealed Zero Prevalence in Parts of Jigawa State, Northern Nigeria
Authors: Kashim Yusuf Adeiza , Dogara Mustatpha Musa , Mienda Bashir Sajo , Nwafor Timothy. E , Akinwale Olaoluwa Pheabian , Adeniyi Kamoru Abdulazeez , Abubakar Hamza Haruna 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

The indolent, necrotizing Buruli ulcer disease is a chronic condition caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans, an environmental bacteria that can damage the skin, tissues, and bones. It is now recognized as one of the 20 Neglected Tropical Diseases targeted for elimination by the year 2030. Public health continues to face difficulties due to its mechanism of transmission that is yet to be completely unravel. From December 2019 to September 2023, a hospital-based study was conducted to ascertain the prevalence of Buruli ulcer in parts of Jigawa State, Nigeria. A purposive sampling technique was adopted in selecting and diagnosing 382 samples from patients with various degrees of skin ulcerative lesions across all age groups and gender. The diagnosis of all the samples initially involved the use of Ziehel Nelseen staining procedure. Thirty-five (35) samples with symptoms suspected to be Buruli ulcer were diagnosed using Real-time Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) method. The results were negative for the 382 samples diagnosed using Ziehel Nelseen staining procedure as well as the 35 using real-Time PCR. This study concludes that despite testing samples with obvious ulcerative lesions suspected to be Buruli ulcer from patients, both Ziehel Nelseen staining procedure and Real-Time PCR revealed negative results. It is recommended that more samples suspected to have symptoms of Buruli ulcers should be diagnosed using Real-Time PCR and also make use of both IS2404 and IS2606.
Comparative Study of Signal Control Models for Roundabouts
Authors: Guo Rui-Jun , Xu Yuan , Yu Yue , Wang Wanxiang , Gao Zhong-Chuan 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Traffic signal is one of the control approaches used for roundabouts. Although many models are used for signalized roundabouts, studies involving their comparative analysis are not sufficient. This study focuses on evaluation of traffic signal timing approaches used for roundabouts. Different control models of roundabouts were carried out by using VISSIM software. We compared different methods including the priority control, the entrance signalization and the full signalization control approaches. A number of simulation experiments were designed. Signal timing values were calculated by using the data obtained from field observations. For the two-stage left-turn signal control, the new signal timing process and calculating method were proposed. Some detailed experiments were also made regarding the Yang model and the model developed by Cakici and Murat. Some threshold values were determined in the experiments. Different intersection geometries and traffic conditions were taken into account. Very interesting and encouraging results were obtained.
Prognosis analysis of palliative chemotherapy combined with radical local gastric surgery for advanced gastric cancer patients with single non-curable factor
Authors: Zheng Tao , Chen Yizhen , Lin Shengtao , Yang Changshun , Li Weihua 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

There are limited studies on the treatment of patients with advanced gastric cancer with a single non-curable factor by palliative chemotherapy (PC) combined with local radical gastrectomy (LRG).In this study, our aim is to analyze the effectiveness and safety of palliative chemotherapy combined with local radical gastrectomy(PC-LRG)for patients with advanced gastric cancer with a single non-resectable factor. We retrospectively analyzed the patients with advanced gastric cancer with a single unresectable factor who received first-line chemotherapy in Fujian Provincial Hospital from January 2017 to June 2023. In total, 69 consecutive patients were enrolled into the PC(39 patients) and LRG-PC (30 patients) group. The primary research endpoint is the overall survival (OS) of patients in both groups, and the secondary research endpoint is the time of resistance to the first-line chemotherapy protocol.The OS of the PC-LGR group (20.0 VS 10.0 months, P<0.0001) and the time for changing the first-line chemotherapy plan (7.5 VS 3.2 cycles, p<0.05) were significantly better. There was statistical significance between the average total number of chemotherapy cycles of the two groups (8.7 VS 6.1, p<0.05). The incidence of grade III or higher adverse reactions to chemotherapy in the PC group (12.8% VS 33.3%, p=0.41) was better than that in the PC-LGR group.For patients with advanced gastric cancer who have a single non-reversible factor, PC-LGR may reduce tumor burden, improve tolerance to chemotherapy drugs, and prolong the OS of patients.
Comparative analysis of Artemisia plastomes and insights into the infra-generic phylogenetic relationships of the genus
Authors: Guo Xinqiang , Xue Dawei , Wu Yuhuan , Yu Mengjie 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Background
The genus Artemisia is a taxonomically difficult group comprising 400–500 species mainly distributed in northern hemisphere. Only a limited number of Artemisia plastomes are currently available. Their structure has not been comparatively analyzed, and the phylogenetic backbone of Artemisia based on plastome-scale data has not been reported with dense taxon sampling. This situation has greatly hindered our understanding on the plastome variation patterns and infra-generic relationships of the genus. With the advancement of next generation sequencing technologies, it is becoming easier to obtain and comparatively analyze the plastome, and use it to construct phylogeny.
Results
In this study, we newly sequenced 34 Artemisia plastomes representing 30 species and three varieties. Combing with 38 previously published plastomes, a total of 72 complete Artemisia plastomes were comparatively analyzed. The results indicated that the Artemisia plastomes were conserved in terms of structure, GC content, gene number and order. All plastomes have a typical quadripartite structure, comprising 87 protein coding, 37 tRNA, and 8 rRNA genes. The IR regions are similar in length and structure among the compared plastomes, with the generic regions more conserved than intergenic spacer regions. The sequence divergence is higher in LSC and SSC regions than in IR regions. Three protein-coding genes and four non-coding regions, i.e., accD, petG, ycf1, rpoC1-rpoC2, rpoC2-rps2, trnG(UCC)-trnfM(CAU), and ndhG-ndhI, were found to be highly diverse, and could be chosen as candidates of DNA barcode. Phylogenetic relationships constructed using protein coding genes of plastomes were divided into several clades that did not match with previous infra-generic divisions of Artemisia, and four subgenera were not monophyletic. Furthermore, they were also inconsistent with those based on nuclear markers. And the phylogenetic position of A. stracheyi is still controversial.
Conslusions
This study reveals that the Artemisia plastomes are conservative, especially in structure, gene number and order. Phylogenetic relationships constructed using CDS further confirmed the infra-generic divisions of Artemisia were not natural. This study lay a foundation for future evolutionary studies of Artemisia.