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Effect Of AJI-NO-MOTO On Kidney Of Adult Albino Rat: A

Histopathological Evaluation
Authors: Syed Midhat , Shangloo Prenika , Gupte Bonita , Gupta Sangeeta 
Published: May 2022

Abstract

Introduction: Aji-No-Moto (MSG), the wonder flavoring agent, has been reportedly overused in all packed food products and the cuisines being served in restaurants. This salt effect almost all the organs of the body but the evidences regarding its ill effects are very limited. Thus, no guidelines are there for the safe limits of Aji-No-Moto use. In current study we planned to analyses the histopathological effects of Aji-No-Moto on kidney.

Methods: The study was conducted on 18 inbred adult albino rats of either sex. The rats of control group (C) received only standard diet with distilled water, low dose test group (T₁) rats received 0.5mg/kg of MSG dissolved in distilled water and high dose test group (T₂) rats received 1.5mg/kg of MSG dissolved in distilled water per orally for 28 days. After the experimental period, the rats were sacrificed to dissect out the renal tissue which was later subjected to histological processing and tissue sectioning.

Observations: The kidney tissue sections of the control group (C) revealed normal renal architecture consisting of cortical labyrinth and medulla. The cortical labyrinth consisted of glomeruli, PCT and DCT whereas the medulla consisted of the ascending and descending limbs of loop of henle and collecting ducts. On the other hand, renal sections of low dose group (T₁) showed focal shrinkage of renal glomerulus and widening of the Bowman’s space. Furthermore, these changes were more pronounced in high dose group (T₂) along with hypercellularity of glomeruli, dilatation, hyperaemia and congestion in the intertubular cortical blood vessels and mononuclear cell infiltrate.

Conclusion: Aji-No-Moto is the most widely used flavoring agent whose minimal dose for use has to be evaluated. The current study was planned to access the minimal low dose limit of MSG for use. The results of aforementioned study revealed that even small dose of 0.5mg/kg/day is capable of producing histopathological effects on kidney.
Incidence of Malaria among the Pediatric Age Group Attending to MGM Hospital Warangal
Authors: Amgothu Mohan , Akkala Venu , Bandi Suman , T Jaya Chandra , Vatchala Sudha 
Published: May 2022

Abstract

Background: In India, malaria persist throughout the year and usually the incidence is more during rainy season. This necessitates the use of other laboratory methods to clinch the diagnosis, which is important in view of frequent relapses reported in vivax malaria and hence there is need for radical treatment. Considering all the above factors, a need is felt to evaluate the available lab diagnostic procedures for malaria, and also to know the trend of malaria epidemic at Warangal.

Methods: It was a prospective study, conducted in the department of Microbiology, KMC Warangal. Paediatric age group with fever with chills and rigors followed by sweating were included in this research. Blood sample was collected thick and thin blood smears were prepared, stained by JSB or Leishmans or Giemsa. Parasight 'F' test and OptiMAL tests were used to detect the antigen. Chi square test was used to find the correlation between the parameters.

Results: Total 300 blood samples were collected, malaria positivity was 24%, male female ratio was 1.05, statistically there was no significant difference. In area wise malaria positivity also statistically there was no significant difference. Age wise, maximum cases were diagnosed in 6 – 10 years group. Parasight F test was identified to be highly sensitive in the diagnosis of malaria among the paediatric age group.

Conclusion: Falciparum malaria is identified to be the commonest malaria in this area which effect all the paediatric age groups and gender. Parasight F test was found to be the better technique in malaria diagnosis.
Efficacy of Methylprednisolone and Etoricoxib Combination to attenuate Post-operative
Pain and Nausea/Vomiting in Laparoscopic Surgeries
Authors: Sharma Vivek , Lakhina Kriti , Bankapur Rahul , Lamba Preeti 
Published: May 2022

Abstract
Background and Aims:Pain and PONV (postoperative nausea and vomiting) are common complaints in the period following surgery. A multimodal approach targeting the reduction of postoperative pain with an opioid-sparing analgesic along with an antiemetic medication would minimize opioid consumption and its associated side effects. We evaluated the efficacy of methylprednisolone 125 mg IV taken along with oral 120 mg etoricoxib on postoperative pain and PONV in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgeries
Material and methods:A prospective, randomized, double-blind study was conducted on 70 patients aged between 18 and 60 years with ASA grade 1 and 2 posted for elective laparoscopic surgeries. The test group was given a combination of methylprednisolone 125mgIV (given just before induction)& etoricoxib120mg oral (given 1 hr before surgery). (Group A, n=35) while control group received normal saline IV and a placebo per oral(Group B, n=35). Duration and quality of analgesia was assessed by visual analogue scale (VAS) score at 2,4,6,8,10,12,16,20 and 24hr as primary objective. Total dose of rescue analgesic(injection Fentanyl 50 mcg) in first 24 hours, peri-operative hemodynamic change and post op nausea vomiting (PONV) were observed as secondary objective.
Result:Demographic profiles were comparable. Duration of postoperative analgesia was significantly prolonged(p<0.05) in Group A(7.57±1.04hrs) as compared to Group B(3.05±0.5hrs). Group A showed a significant reduction in postoperative fentanyl consumption in the form of rescue analgesic(p<0.05). Group A also showed significant reduction in the incidence of PONV(p<0.05).
Conclusion:We conclude that single-dose administration of methylprednisolone IV along with oral etoricoxib has better analgesic efficacy in comparison to placebo for patients undergoing laparoscopic surgeries.
Pattern And Prevalence Of Psychiatry Morbidity Among Subjects Attended Psychiatric Outpatient Department In A Tertiary Care Hospital In Northern Telangana
Authors: Rachakatla Shiva Kumar , Porandla Kishan , Puli Sai Krishna , Nadigapu Sanjay Kumar , mavillapalli Vishnu Vardhan , Cheriyala Swetha , Devulapally Namrata 
Published: May 2022

Abstract

Background: Mental health problem is a major public health issue all over the world including India. In India, mental disorders are the leading contributors to significant morbidity and disability amongst those affected. With changing health patterns among Indians, mental behavior and substance use disorders are coming to the forefront in health care delivery systems.

Objective: This study was aimed to assess the diagnostic pattern of psychiatric morbidity among the patients attending psychiatric outpatient department in a private medical college.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the Department of Psychiatry in Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences located at Karimnagar, Telangana, India. For this study, a total of 442 new subjects attending Psychiatry Outpatient Department (OPD) from August 2020 to July 2021 were taken. All the information including longitudinal histories of patients was recorded in files and the diagnosis was made following Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-Fifth Edition (DSM 5). Socio-demographic parameters and family history of mental illness were collected from the record file of the individual patient.

Results: In the present study, among the different age groups, the majority (28.05%) of the study subjects were of the age ranging from 21-30 years. The distribution according to gender was (62.89%) males and (37.10%) females. The majority of the study subjects belonged to the rural background (69.45%), educated up to 10th standard (28.73%), self-employed (29.86%), married (67.42%), belonged to Hindu religion (85.74%), and with a monthly family income of 5,000 to 10,000 (38.68%). The majority of the study subjects were diagnosed with Major depressive Disorders (28.05%), followed by anxiety disorders (17.87%) and Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders (16.96%).

Conclusion: This study provides information about the prevalence of psychiatric morbidity among patients attending outpatient department in a private medical hospital in Northern Telangana. It helps in assessing the pattern of psychiatric problems and taking necessary steps to plan for better management of mental health care in the near future.
Serum Uric Acid as an Independent Risk Factor for Acute Ischemic Stroke
Authors: Akula Hari Shankar , Cheeti Upender Rao 
Published: May 2022

Abstract

Background: Stroke is a neurological deficit due to acute focal injury of the central nervous system due to any vascular cause. The role of serum uric acid as a risk factor for acute stroke is an area of importance to many researchers. We in the current study tried to determine the levels of serum uric acid in cases of acute ischemic stroke and compare them with those in age and sex-matched controls.

Methods: This hospital-based case-control study was performed in the Department of General Medicine, Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Naganoor, Karimnagar. All the subjects were interviewed, examined, and investigated as per the predesigned and pre-tested proforma. Biochemical investigations included estimation of serum uric acid, serum triglycerides, fasting blood glucose, Renal function tests, and Liver function tests.

Results: Mean Serum Uric Acid level was lower in the patients with lacunar stroke as compared to the patients with larger infarcts (6.16 ± 1.68 mg/dl vs. 6.73 ± 2.07 mg/dl). Butthisdifference was not statistically significant as the p-value is >0.05.The correlation between SUA and NIHSS score was studied with the help of Spearman rank correlation. It was found that there was a significant positive correlation between SUA and NIH stroke scale score on admission as well as at the time of discharge (p<0.05 for both).

Conclusion: Elevated serum uric acid level is independently associated with acute ischemic stroke. It was observed that serum uric acid levels were correlated with hypertension, diabetes mellitus, smoking, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. It was found that cases with elevated serum acid levels had poor prognosis and overall mortality rate.
BABY LED WEANING PARA BEBÊS COM SÍNDROME DE DOWN É POSSÍVEL?
Authors: Ferreira de Almeida Ana Paula , Campos de Oliveira Ana Thais , De Sousa Silva Fernanda Tayla , Barreto Amaral Sheyla Maria , Da Silva Alexandrino Silvia Paula , Souto Almeida Cristiane , De Abreu Siqueira Ana Maria 
Published: May 2022

Entende-se por alimentação complementar introduzir os alimentos sólidos na dieta da criança para suprir suas necessidades nutricionais a partir dos 6 meses de vida. A abordagem Baby Led Weaning – BLW vem sendo cada vez mais pesquisada devido a adesão das famílias, inclusive por pais de filhos com Síndrome de Down. Desse modo, o presente estudo teve por objetivo analisar na literatura científica, se é possível e seguro bebês com Síndrome de Down iniciarem a alimentação complementar pela abordagem BLW. O estudo se trata de uma revisão integrativa da literatura. Após o reconhecimento dos artigos, foram efetuados os seguintes passos de seleção: leitura cautelosa dos títulos, dos resumos e na íntegra, após serem selecionados, foram excluídos os estudos que não estavam de acordo com os critérios de inclusão. Não foi possível identificar se é viável e seguro bebês com Síndrome de Down iniciarem a alimentação complementar pela abordagem Baby Led Weaning.
A Novel Approach of Marine Ecosystem Monitoring System with Multi-Sensory Submarine on Robotic Platform for Visualizing the Climate Change Effect over Oceanic Environment
Authors: Banerjee Sheekar , Jhumur Aminun Nahar 
Published: May 2022

It is obvious that the whole world is so much concerned about the terrifying escalation of climate change in the recent time period. This climate change effect can be visible in the land, atmospheric and oceanic area simultaneously. Though there have been multiple attempts of proposing solutions concerning the protection for the land area environmental balance, monitoring and surveillance. But unfortunately there have been a very handful of research work which predominantly concerns about the protection upon the environmental state of marine biological species and its ecosystem. So, the following research study proposes a solution which appears to be a full-fledged Bluetooth controlled Submarine prototype with a sensory chipboard attached inside its endo-skeleton which contains multiple sensors like DHT11 temperature-humidity, dust, CO2 and YL69 pH sensors. The sensory data provides the information of underwater whether the naval environment is habitable for the marine biological species or not, under the terrible effect of global climate change. The submarine prototype is fully functional in the surface and underwater scenario which contains a very unique mechanical design and circuitry with an exceptional sensor data streaming capability which can be used by marine biological researchers and oceanographers professionally as a full-fledged marine ecosystem monitoring device.
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Climate change is causing a very alarming effect in the oceanic area which is constantly threatening the future of marine biological species. The paper focuses on the constant monitoring over spacies with the help of a multi-sensory submarine with real time sensory data and remote navigation
The unique clustering of multi-sensory circuity makes the sensory data more reliable while the vacuum controlled hydraulic pump motors make the navigation and diving of the submarine prototype very preciseand swift
The navigation can be controlled with a globally unique and customized Submarine Navigator Smartphone Application
The multi-sensory marine species monitoring submarine prototype appears to be a torch-bearer of the amalgamation of the fields such as IOT-Sensors and Robotics which paves the way for further IOT and Naval Robotics Research

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Comparison Study of Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) Measurement Methods for Detecting Wire Interconnect Related Open-Contact and Short-Contact Failures in Power Semiconductor
Authors: Ng Kiong Kay , Soo Yew Guan 
Published: May 2022

Open-contact and short-contact are 2 common failures that causing power semiconductor to have electrical malfunctioned. One of the reasons of these failures relate to defective in the wire interconnect. Time domain reflectometry (TDR) is a common method widely used to detect failures in semiconductor devices. This study focused on comparing 3 different TDR measurement methods in detecting wire related open and short failure for power semiconductor, namely Single-Ended method, Single-Pin Grounded method and All-Pin Grounded method. A special custom-made jig is used during the measurements to ensure all the methods are measured under the same conditions. This study shows that all the 3 TDR measurement methods are able to detect wire related open and short failures in power semiconductor. The Single-Pin grounded method is the preferred method because it is easy in term of setup and having the good capability in detecting both open and short failures. Furthermore, the study also shows that the TDR is able to detect the location of open and short failures that is not able to achieve by using the conventional electrical testing method.
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Comparison study on Single-Ended, Single-Pin Grounded and All-Pin Grounded TDR measurement methods in detecting open-contact and short-contact failure in power semiconductor
The study shows Single-Pin Grounded TDR measurement method is the preferred method since it is easy in term of setup and able to detect both the open-contact and short-contact failures
TDR measurement method is also able to locate the location of open-contact and short-contact failures

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Design and Numerical Analysis of Rectangular Sonotrode for Ultrasonic Welding
Authors: Kothuru Venkata Vara Lakshmi , Sistla Venkata Subrahmanyam , Mohammed Irfan Hussain , Jagana Arvind 
Published: May 2022

Ultrasonic welding is a fast, clean and high energy process, no flux or filler metal is required, longer tool life and greater efficiency of a weld can be achieved in just a few seconds. Limited length and thickness of weld are the main drawbacks in this process. Welding of large length and thickness materials leads the ultrasonic welding applications unlimited. The design of the components like booster and sonotrode or horn in ultrasonic welding plays a vital role to improve the length and thickness of the welds by generating uniform amplitudes. In the present work, an ultrasonic sonotrode is designed to improve the weld length with suitable uniform amplitudes on the weld bed surface. The design of sonotrode is significantly difficult to obtain the uniform amplitudes at the large weld length. Here, rectangular sonotrode with multiple slots is designed based on theoretical calculations and numerical analysis is performed to obtain the maximum possible weld lengths with uniform amplitudes at a known operating frequency. The finite element method is used to analyze the actual resonating frequency and amplitude distribution of the sonotrode and obtained the maximum weld length as 400 mm for 15 kHz frequency with 3 slots.
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One of the major drawbacks in ultrasonic welding is limited length and thickness of weld. Welding of larger length and thickness improves the ultrasonic welding applications.
Modal and harmonic analysis conducted in order to find the dynamic behaviour of the sonotrode.
The increase in the weld length of the sonotrode deviates the amplitude distribution within the sonotrode. To overcome this non-uniform amplitude distribution, longitudinal slots are provided in the sonotrode. Also, these slots reduce the weight of the sonotrode.
MINIMIZATION OF AFTER FIRE DAMAGE IN GROUND FOREST FIRES
Authors: Архипов Е.В. , Залесов С.В. 
Published: May 2022

На основе материалов пробных площадей и натурных обследований проанализированы последствия низовых лесных пожаров различной интенсивности в сухих сосняках Казахского мелкосопочника. Установлена зависимость отпада деревьев сосны от высоты нагара на стволах деревьев. Составлены диаграммы прогноза отпада деревьев после низовых лесных пожаров различной интенсивности, обеспечивающие повышение лесоводственной эффективности выборочных санитарных рубок и целесообразность назначения сплошных санитарных рубок. Предложен метод глазомерного рекогносцировочного определения санитарного состояния сосновых древостоев Казахского мелкосопочника, основанный на биологических особенностях жука пахиты четырехпятнистой (Pachyta quadrimaculata Linnaens 1758). Установлено, что высокая численность указанного жука на цветущих растениях живого напочвенного покрова свидетельствует об отмирании корней в ближайших сосновых древостоях. Последнее объясняется тем, что самки пахиты четырехпятнистой откладывают яйца вблизи отмирающих корней сосны обыкновенной (Pinus sylvestris L.), не нанося вреда здоровым корням деревьев. Осуществляя мониторинг за численностью пахиты четырехпятнистой, можно с весьма высокой точностью отслеживать санитарную обстановку в сосновых лесах.
On the basis of materials of trial areas and fi eld surveys, the consequences of grassland forest fi res of various intensities in dry pine forests of the Kazakh Upland were analyzed. The dependence of the mortality of pine trees on the height of carlon deposits on tree trunks was established. The diagrams were compiled for predicting tree mortality after ground forest fi res of various intensity, providing an increase in silviculturel effi ciency of selective sanitary felling and expediency of clear sanitary felling appointment. The method of eye – measured reconnaissance determination of sanitary condition of pine stanstands of the Kazakh upland based on biological features of beetle Paquita four-spoited was proposed (Pachyta quadrimaculata Linnaens 1758). It was found that the high abundance of this bettle on fl owering plants of the living ground cover indicates the death of the roots in the nearest pine stands. The latter is explained by the fact that the females of paquita four-spotted lay eggs near dying roots of scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) without harming healthy roots of trees. Monitoring the number of paquita four-spotted can with high accuracy monitor traen the sanitary situalion in pine forests.
Riqueza de quelonios y estructura poblacional de Rhinoclemmys melanosterna (Quelonia: Geoemididae) en Managrú, municipio de Cantón de San Pablo, Chocó, Colombia
Authors: Cuesta Ríos Eric Yair , Cetre Mosquera Zuleiny 
Published: May 2022

Se determinó la riqueza de quelonios y la estructura poblacional de Rhinoclemmys melanosterna en Managrú, municipio de Cantón de San Pablo, Chocó, Colombia. Se realizaron 20 muestreos en diferentes cuerpos de agua, utilizando trampas para tortugas y arrastres con redes. Se empleó un esfuerzo de muestreo de 440 horas/trampa, y por medio de arrastres fue de 80 horas/hombre. Se realizaron 112 capturas: 73 por medio de trampas y 39 por medio de barridos con redes de arrastre. La comunidad de quelonios estuvo compuesta por tres familias, tres géneros y cuatros especies. De las especies registradas Kinosternon leucostomum, con 51 individuos, fue la más abundante. En lo referente a la estructura de la población de R. melanosterna, se obtuvo que los machos fueron dominantes (70%), lo que permitió que existieran diferencias estadísticas significativas (p=0,00405) mostrando una proporción 2:1. En lo que se refiere al dimorfismo sexual, no se evidenció una diferencia significativa (p>0,05) en todas las medidas corporales entre machos y hembras de R. melanosterna. Las hembras fueron más grandes que los machos en todas las medidas corporales, tan sólo en la longitud de la cola los machos tuvieron una longitud significativamente mayor a las hembras.