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May the closeness of friends, the comfort of home, and the unity of our nation, renew your spirits this festive season. Merry Christmas to your family. 'This the season to wish one another joy and love and peace. These are our warm wishes for you, Merry Christmas our dear friends, may you feel the love this special day.

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Sunscreen and Effects of Oxybenzone - Complimentary & Alternative Medicine

Spending time outdoors in the sun can be enjoyable but it can also come at a price, your health. Being out in the sun can damage your skin in as little as 15 minutes [2]. We all hear about the importance of sunscreen as there are many sunscreen products touted for their high sun protection factor and  waterproof properties, which may sometimes be misleading for consumers. Not only that, but some sunscreen products contain harmful ingredients that can penetrate the skin and interrupt one’s own  hormone production (EWG, n.d.). One ingredient, Oxybenzone, is found in most sunscreens.  Oxybenzone is effective against protecting sunburn but it has also been found to be apotenthormone  disruptor [1]. This ingredient mimics estrogen in the bodies of humans, marine animals, and fish. This article will discuss product and ingredient recommendations to protect your health, the health of your family, and our environment, particularly, our oceans. 

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Sijunzi Tang, Codonopsis Pilosula Polysaccharide and Saccharomyces Boulardii Modulate the Gut Microbiome to Alleviate Dss-Induced Colitis in Mice - Complimentary & Alternative Medicine

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is usually considered to be more frequent in Western countries, but now a recent increase in the incidence and prevalence has been observed in China. Chinese herbal medicine as the main example of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is widely used by Chinese patients. However, the underlying mechanism of herbal medicine in alleviating IBD is still covered.The gut microbiome plays a key role in which has spurred the development of novel therapeutics aimed at restoring microbial community structure. So, probiotic represents another widely used CAM in treating IBD. Saccharomyces boulardii has showed great beneficial effect on diarrhea, but it is rarely used in IBD.In this study, we aim to evaluate the efficacy and elucidate the mechanisms of four potential CAM drugs named S. boulardii, SJZT, Dangshen [Codonopsis pilosula (French.) Nannf] polysaccharide or S. boulardii in combination with Dangshen polysaccharide during treatment with dextran sulphate sodium (DSS)-induced mice colitis. The gut microbiome of mice before and post colitis treatments were performed by 16S rRNA-based microbiome analysis. All four drugs profoundly inhibited weight loss, colon shortening, and ameliorated histological damage as well as DSS-induced dysbiosis in mice. Beneficial bacteria– especially short chain fatty acid (SCFA)-producing genera were remarkably enriched in the treated mice. Roseburia, Anaerovorax and Lactobacillus were selectively enriched by S. boulardii, while Butyrivibrio, Quinella and Anaerotruncus were selectively enriched by SJZT. Most notably, Dangshen polysaccharide selectively enriched Bifidobacterium, Arthrobacter, Akkermansia, Anaerovorax, Roseburia, Prevotella, Dialister, Megamonas, Faecalibacterium and Subdoligranulum. S. boulardii, Sijunzi decoction, and its main component, Dangshen polysaccharide, are effective in alleviating DSS-induced colitis. Furthermore, Dangshen polysaccharide is a powerful prebiotic that selectively promotes probiotic growth, especially SCFA-producing bacteria. These findings suggest that modulating the gut microbiome may be the common mechanism whereby these drugs improve colonic health.

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Are Computer-Controlled, Pressure Modulated Knee Rehabilitation Machines Valuable Following Knee Arthroplasty? - Orthopedics Research

Constant passive motion (CPM) machines have been used for decades. Initially, CPMs were supposed to accelerate rehabilitation, including range of motion (ROM) and function following total  knee arthroplasty (TKA). However, numerous studies show the CPM lacks efficacy following TKAs  [1-5]. Here, we document a new computerized pressure modulated knee rehabilitatio (PMKR) device, an FDA Class 1 medical device, (the X10TM, Halley Orthopedics, Franklin, MI, United States of America) [Figure 1,2] that utilizes pressure to increase RoM and strength of patient’s affected knees.  

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Hormone Replacement Therapy – Computer Assisted Individualized Approach - Gynecology & Women's Health 

The onset of menopause occurs at around the age of 50.1 Some health issues, including but not  limited to cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndromes, osteoporosis, cancer, and cognitive decline,  are more prevalent in women in the years that follow. The onset of menopause is an ideal time to institute preventative strategies that increase the quality and length of women’s lives [1].

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The Reef Corridor of the Southwestern Gulf of Mexico - Oceanography & Marine Biology

The reef corridor of the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, is a coastal area  of  the  state  of  Veracruz  structured  by reef ecosystems, are about of 60 known emergent, submerged and marginal reefs from a  biological  corridor  more  than  450  km  long,  that  extend  along  of  that western boundary. The most important reef systems are: The Lobos-Tuxpan Reef System (TLRS) in the northern coastal area, the National Park Veracruz Reef System (NPVRS) in the central coastal area and the Los Turtles Reef System (TRS) in the southern coastal area. These  reefs  are important due to several  oceanographic processes occurred in a broad spectrum of spatial and temporal scales, which  arrange from meters to several hundred kilometers and from periods of seconds to years.

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Creative Innovative Higher Education of Researchers with Flexible Skills and Synergy of Cooperation - Research & Reviews

The concepts “creative activity”, “creative abilities”, “creative education” are already widely used  both in western, and in the Russian scientific thought today and have innovative contents. Innovations have creative force: high novelty and usefulness and also provide competitive  advantages  and  successful  corporate  activity  in  the  market  in  the  long-term  period.  Creativity  has  various forms: scientific (opening); technical (inventions); economic (business); social (relations with people); political (public administration); educational (cultivation of innovators). For training orientation to creative innovative approach of the higher education which ideally has to reveal, support and develop the creative potential of each personality is productive, growing up multi and between disciplinary researchers on fundamental subject knowledge, especially mathematicians – the queen of sciences. Within multi disciplinary approach communications of the studied subject domains come to light. As a result there are cross-disciplinary researches. As a result of cross-disciplinary researches new disciplines appear. To accelerate process of innovative cultivation the field and between disciplinary researchers and also to increase synergy of their cooperation, the advanced digital technologies will help. 

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Aspects of Surgical Treatment of Rectal Cancer

Aspects of Surgical Treatment of Rectal Cancer - Cancer Research & Clinical Imaging

The author has perfected the technique of anterior resection of the rectum, which can reduce the risk of development, such as postoperative peritonitis and cicatricial stenos is of anastomosis. This is achieved by dipping the anastomosis in the lumen of the stump straight Kisi and the use of elastic rings to give it rigidity. The technique has been successfully applied at 25 patients. 

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Architectonic: A Hybrid Experiment - Textile Science & Fashion Technology

This study explores the opportunities that the dynamic between the cross-fertilization of architecture and fashion approaches may offer. The research is substantiate via the production of three-dimensional leather garments which initiate key synthesis of materials, techniques and processes  and interrogates fabric, form and function, to evaluate whether there is prospect for re-alignment, new  methodologies  and  practices  within  a  fashion  context.   

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Psychological Aspects of Enuresis in Childhood - Urology & Nephrology

Since approximately 10-15% of all children at age six years will have  primary  monosymptomatic  nocturnal enuresis (PMNE) [1], it is a common problem that presents to the general pediatrician and   often referred to the urologist or nephrologist. PMNE is defined as bedwetting in children older than age five years without lower urinary tract symptoms or bladder dysfunction [2], and  each year 15%  of children will outgrow the condition resulting in approximately 1% to 2% of adolescents still  suffering from the condition. Nearly all studies addressing PMNE reveal a strong genetic  predisposition at rates of familial history as high as 75% [3]. Since the 1990’s, the medical literature  has become replete with studies which focus on the psychological, psychosocial, and quality  of  life  issues that are associated with enuresis.

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The Ways and Means of Review on Expert Opinion - Forensic Science & Medicine

Forensic identification is an activity in which experts use science and technology to analyze and judge the material evidence involved in lawsuits and provide opinions. In many countries, expert opinion is one kind of legal evidences. When it is applied in court, it must possess evidence qualifications and probative force. The validity of expert opinions is directly related to the disclosure of case facts, the realization of justice, and the protection of civil legitimate rights and interests. In order to improve the efficiency of expertise review and avoid incorrect acceptance of expert opinions without reliability and validity, the review system must be improved and perfected comprehensively. And lots of provisions about the review should be refined further, such as how to perfect the expert assistant system, establish the review rule, select the review method, and so on.

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Importance of Environment Protection on the Global Level - Research & Reviews

Environmental protection is one of the basic prerequisites for the overall development of any country in the world. If economic growth and development are to be established, and there is no country in the world that does not want to do so, biodiversity must be contributed. As awareness of environmental protection is developed, human awareness is also developed about the need to preserve the environment by preventing adverse impacts on nature. Law, as a scientific discipline, plays a significant role in these endeavors.

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Accelerated Recovery Through Ultrasound Therapy: Lactic Acid Clearance and Muscle Recovery - Orthopedics Research

Determine if wearing a long-duration ultrasound therapy device  on  muscles  can  aid  post-exercise  muscle  recovery  and  thereby   positively   impact   subsequent   athletic   performance   among professional cyclists.

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Sam, a New Portable Long Duration Ultrasound Device (45 Subs) - Orthopedics Research

The SAM (sustained acoustic medicine) is a small, portable device that delivers over 18,000 Joules  of energy when 4 crystals are worn for 4 hours. This has been shown to decease trapezius  myofascial pain, postoperative shoulder pain and low back pain with a herniated disk. The following is the  results of a study comparing SAM and placebo on pain. 

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Sam, a New Portable Long Duration Ultrasound Device (90 Subs) - Orthopedics Research

The SAM (sustained  acoustic  medicine) is a small, portable device that delivers over 18,000 Joules  of energy when 4 crystals are worn for 4 hours. This has been shown to decease trapezius myofascial  pain, postoperative shoulder pain and low back pain with a herniated disk. The following is the results of a study comparing SAM and placebo on pain. 

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SAM, A New Portable Long Duration Ultrasound Device (Lower Back) - Orthopedics Research

The SAM (sustained acoustic medicine) ultrasound device is a small, wearable device that delivers  over 18,000 Joules of energy when two crystals are worn for 4 hours. This has been shown to  decease pain in knee osteoarthritis, trapezius myofascial pain, and low back pain with a herniated  disk. The following is a case of a nurse who was limited in her work from a painful lower back strain.

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SAM, A New Portable Long Duration Ultrasound Device - Orthopedics Research

The SAM (sustained acoustic medicine) ultrasound device is a small, portable device that delivers  over 9000 Joules of energy when worn for 4 hours. This has been shown to decease pain in knee  osteoarthritis, trapezius myofascial pain, low back pain with a herniated disk, tendinopathy of elbow  and ankle, and shoulder pain. The following is a case of a construction worker who was limited in his work from a sore shoulder. 

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Effect of Infrared Radiation on the Hydrogen in Thin Films Double Barriers Based Melt Silicone-Germany - Material Science

Possibilities of plasma chemical deposition of α-Si1-x Gex:H (x=0÷1) films undoped and doped with PH3 or B2H6 have been analyzed from the viewpoint of their application in p-i-n structures of solar cell. The optical properties are considered, and the amount of hydrogen contained in those films is determined. The film properties are found to strongly depend on the film composition and the hydrogenation level. The number of hydrogen atoms in the films is varied by changing the gas mixture composition, and IR absorption in α-Si:H and α-Ge:H films is measured. The α-Si:H and а-Si0,88Ge1,2:H films were used to fabricate three-layer solar with an element area of 1,3 sm2 and an efficiency (η) of 9.5 %.

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A Perspective of Food Access within the Developing World - Nutrition & Food Science

The paper explores how food production and accessibility has become problematic within the developing nations. The problem will be more acute in the years to come due to boosting  migrations  from  rural  areas. Mismanagement of food distribution and processing is  also  counted  as  an  issue.  Modernization of  agriculture could be recommended as a solution.  Hunger  and  shortage  of food have highly impacted the cities of developing countries to be unbearably densely  populated. The UN has positively recommended that food problem within  the developing world could  be  solved  only  if  improved  technologies are used. However, while more demands for food is  observed  today, more food needs to be produced. Similarly, as in urban areas more money is in circulation, people’s lifestyle is ever changing demanding  more  food  in  quantity  and  quality. Sustainable  agricultural revolution emphasizes on efforts to be made to ever raise yields to feed the increasing population. The paper points to the increasing number of world countries facing malnutrition creating challenges. They all need solutions and remedies.

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Cholera Treatment in Malnourish Children - Nutrition & Food Science

Cholera is an extremely virulent disease that can kill within hours if left untreated; it is an infectious  disease that can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration. Cholera is transmitted mainly through  contaminated water and food. Children are the most vulnerable to infection. Most cases need rapid  treatment with intravenous fluids and antibiotics. The real danger of cholera is the loss of liquid and  nutrients from the child’s body. Malnutrition in children with cholera is common in under developed  countries. 

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Challenging Saccular Aorto-iliac Aneurysms in Behcet’s Disease - Neurology & Neuroscience 

Behcet’s disease (BD) is a known multisystem vasculitis of unknown aetiology and rarely  affecting   arterial system with aneurysms [1]. It is a real challenge to vascular surgeons as they need to treat  the disease as well as dealing with the aneurysms [1]. Aneurysm is generally defined as abnormal local dilatation of a blood vessel more than 50% or 3 cm of the transverse diameter [2,3]. It is considered as wall weakening and a significant fatal risk of rupture when it exceeds 5.5 cm [4].  

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Assisted Reproductive Technology: Where did the Journey Begin, and where are we Today – A 40-year History - Gynecology & Womens Health

 

Over the last four decades, significant developments have occurred within the field of assisted reproduction, initially sparked by the birth of Louise Brown in 1978, who will be forever be known as the first human baby born through in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment in the world. The first IVF cycle was based on a non-stimulated ovulatory cycle, in which the oocyte retrieval procedure was performed laparoscopically. IVF, however, was already being performed experimentally in animals, namely rabbits, as early as the 1980’s, with the first IVF human pregnancy reported as early as 1973, but unfortunately resulting in a first trimester loss [1].

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Combined Use of Cerclage, Obstetric Pessary, and Micronised Progesterone in Recurrent Miscarriage - Gynecology & Womens Health

In recent years, the use of progesterone, cerclage and obstetric pessaries in patients with cervical  incompetence has been studied extensively. However, there have not been any published reports of  combined use of these methods. Here, we describe a case of successful combined use of cerclage,  obstetric pessary, and micronised progesterone for preterm birth prevention in a nulliparous woman with recurrent miscarriage.

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Central and Lateral Cystocele - Research & Reviews

Anterior vaginal wall prolapses or cystocele is by the International Urogynaecological Association  (IUGA) defined as a downward descent of the anterior vaginal wall and bladder. A cystocele is a pathological descent of the anterior vaginal wall and bladder base [1].

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The Future of the Use of Herbal Medicines in the Treatment of Cancer - Cancer Research & Clinical Imaging

Modern life puts humans in contact with various carcinogenic agents. The incidence of tumors in the world’s population has grown significantly in the 2000s. Lung tumors are one of the leading causes of death in the world WHO[1], and they are non-communicable diseases. Despite significant increase in cancer related mortality, lack of efforts to treat and prevent cancer especially in underdeveloped countries. The use of chemotherapy and radiotherapy is still a necessity in the treatment of neoplasms. However, these strategies have adverse effects that increase the morbidity of the cases. Another advantage in the use of substances of vegetal origin is its low toxicity, with side effects being minimal. Plant proteins by their adjuvant action may exert a synergistic action with the traditional treatments, improving the prognosis of the treatment of tumors. 

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Application of the Technique Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) in Pulmonary Metastases of Sarcomatoso Origin, Review of Highlighted Literature - Cancer Research & Clinical Imaging

Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) is a radiotherapy technique that provides radiation from many different positions around the body. The rays are focused on the tumor, with this we achieve that the lesion receives a high dose of radiation and the tissues around it receive a low dose, thus reducing the risk of side effects. It is applied between 1 and 5 sessions, and therefore it is possible to  reduce  the  treatment  time  compared  with  a  conventional  treatment.  This  radiation  therapy  is  also  called  stereotactic  ablative  radiotherapy (SABR). 

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Realization of A New Linear System Explaining the Fundamental Laws of Light and Energy in Infinite Spaces - Biostatistics & Biometric Applications

In  doing  this  work I try to better understand and understand relativity by giving it another form  that better describes the relation between the energy of a particle and the speed of light and I find a new parameter of time that I use it to explain deeper my theorem which is based on this newly exploiting aspect through a development of a special mathematical concept that gave me specific access to develop and bring out the energy theorem. I would also say that the theorem is a new mathematical and physical structure that are both linking and appropriate the speed of light remains the same my concept just explained the phenomena that we can find them in far galaxies or even in our galaxy, as for example the black hole because at the level of these giant physical bodies matter it exists only in the state of emptiness with enormous speed and infinite time. So, I try to give a new concept for this coast.

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Optimal Designs for M-Allel Crosses in One and Two-Way Setting - Biostatistics & Biometric Applications

Recently authors [1] constructed optimal Block and Row-Column designs for complete diallel cross (CDC) methods by using nested balanced incomplete block designs.In this article we are presenting methodof construction of three series of optimal block and row-column designs for partial double cross by usingthese designs. Ourproposed optimal block and row-column designs for partial double cross are new and not available in statistical literature. AMS classification: 62k 05.

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Leg Weaknesses and Lameness Assessment Methods in Broiler Chickens - Animal Husbandry & Dairy Science

In this study, firstly, a brief evolution of the chickens was mentioned and then ‘leg weakness’ and what leg weakness means in the broiler sector were investigated. “Leg weakness” is a vague term used to describe properties of infective and non-infective nature that occur in modern, fast-growing broilers. Modern broilers commercially grown are prone to foot problems, including lameness, footpad dermatitis and hock-burn. Lameness is an extensive term used for some damages of broiler chickens with infective and non-infective source. Lameness is a very big problem in the broiler industry. For the United State in 2002, the costs of lameness were predicted to be between $80 million and $120 million. However, in literature, it has been proven that the lameness strongly correlated with weight, growth rate and activity. The time before the chick reaches, a live weight of 1500 g was reduced from 120 days to 30 days in 80 years. As results of fast growing, severe problems have been occurred in broiler chickens. For example, the animals with severe problems have a reduced feed efficiency and lower growth. The carcass quality of these animals has also been decreased in value. Additional to the welfare problems that have been caused by leg problems, also financial losses have been occurred for the producers. Therefore, the first purpose of this study is created as to review the leg weaknesses of broilers and provides to readers a brief discussion of the factors influencing this problem. The second purpose of this study is to review the lameness and lameness assessment methods for broilers. Additionally, the advantages and disadvantages of these methods are discussed. At the end of this review, brief conclusions can be found with related reference list.

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Skin Lesion on the Cheek of a Child after Dentist Appointment - Orthopedics Research

An 8-year-old boy went in my private dental practice for a control of  a deciduous tooth. The  child  is in good general health and the parents did not report any health problems. The deciduous element  in  the right jawbone was extremely compromised and with sharp edges that was creating small  wounds in the patient’s mouth. It was decided to carry out the avulsion of the element. A mepivacaine anesthesia with  1:  100,000  adrenalines,  in  vials  of  1.8  cl  was  administrated.

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Trophoblastic Disease During the Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Ultrasonic Diagnostic, Clinical Case and Perinatal Outcomes - Gynecology & Womens Health

 

Trophoblastic  disease  (TFD)  considers  rare  tumors  arising  preferentially   in   reproductive   age   women. TFD is a relatively rare pathology and occurs at a rate of 1 in 22000 to 1 in 100000  pregnancies  [1-3].  Trophoblastic  tumors  are  always  associated with pregnancy and can manifest both during pregnancy and after its completion (from several days to several  years). The  concept  of  “trophoblastic  disease”  unites several  interconnected  various  forms  of  pathological  condition  of  trophoblast:  a  hydatidiform  mole, an invasive mole, choriocarcinoma, a placental bed tumor and an epithelioid trophoblastic tumor [2].

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Fetal Assessment in the 21st Century - Gynecology & Womens Health

Placental  insufficiency  remains  the  major  reason  for  fetal hypoxia and accounts for 20-40% of perinatal mortality. There is no unanimity of opinion in the obstetrical community concerning the use of available tests of fetal well-being.

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Is it time to Stop Layering Ceramics? - Dentistry & Oral Health

Layering ceramics is a technique utilized by majority of dental technicians around the world. This technique was long used and has  done  service  to  the  dental  community;  However,  with  the  increasing  use  of  monolithic  restorations,  layered  restorations  are  proving to be less effective. Is it time for technicians to stop using the layering brushes?

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Comparison of Working Length Determination in Teeth with Vital Pulps with Digital Radiographs and Four Electronic Apex Locators. An In Vivo Study - Dentistry & Oral Health

The success of root canal treatment has to be done on the correct implementation of all stages of  the  procedure from diagnosis to the canal filling. Among these steps, the determination of working length (WL) is a challenge and depends on the anatomy of the root end. Filling root canals should not extend beyond the tooth apex. The apical constriction (AC), is a reasonable site for working length since it frequently corresponds with the constricted width of the canal [1,2]. Dummer PHM, et al. [3] recognized that it is hard to locate the AC in vivo with reliance because of its location. 

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Tracking Dogs Infected with Brucella Canis after Antibiotic Treatment - Animal Husbandry & Dairy Science

Brucella canis may cause infection of the sexual organs in male dogs, miscarriage in females and infertility or dyscospondilitis in both sexes. Prompt treatment of infection involves a round of antibiotics whose length and type vary. Different drug combinations have been used but relapse occurs shortly after therapy is discontinued. We report three cases of dogs with B. canis isolation and
positive serology that were neutered and treated with different antibiotic protocols separated by intervals of 30 days. Dogs were monitored  over  a  long  period  by  clinical  examination,  serology,  bacteriology  and  PCR.  One of  them  continued  to  show  positive  IELISA, RSAT and PCR in blood 3 years after the last treatment. Another canine showed positive urine PCR and this being an
important finding since the animal had been neutered almost 3 years ago. In spite of the small number of dogs, this report suggests the  importance  of  monitoring  positive  cases  and  of  taking  sanitary  measures to prevent spread of the disease and to adequately protect the human environment.

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Secukinumab Associated with Acitretin in Generalized Pustular Psoriasis - Clinical Case Studies

Generalized pustular psoriasis, the most severe form of psoriasis, is a rare variant characterized by widespread sterile pustule associated with systemic inflammation. The disease lacks of specific treatment, drugs approved for plaque psoriasis are used in the clinical practice, with variable results. We present the case of a 41-year old woman affected by a severe form of generalized pustular
psoriasis, resistant to several therapies included Tumor Necrosis Factor Antagonist; in our patient we decide to use acitretin plus Secukinumab, an IL-17 inhibitor. The association was effective, achieving the complete resolution of pustulation at month-2; the result was maintained for over 14 months of follow up. No adverse events related to therapy were observed. Generalized pustular psoriasis is related to IL-36RN mutations, which lead to upregulation in IL-36 signaling; IL-36 itself could promote IL-17 pathways. Our case demonstrates that targeting IL-17 eventually associated with systemic retinoids could be a valid therapeutic option for these patients. 

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Significance of General Practitioners and Nurses Diagnostic Skills in Managing Delirium in Elderly Patients - Neurology & Neuroscience

Delirium consists of a specific impairment of consciousness which occurs in elderly patients due to the physiological deterioration of  adaptive  abilities  and  adverse  effects  of  various  stimuli.  The  incidence of delirium varies between reviewed populations and may be underestimated due to diagnostic difficulties, the specificity of geriatric conditions and insufficient knowledge among healthcare providers. Delirium is often confused with the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), depression and disorders secondary to “geriatric giants” or somatic illnesses. The diagnostic criteria of delirium are listed by the authors of ICD-10 and DSM classifications. For general practitioners and nurses, proper diagnosis of delirium in elderly patients is a challenging process. Diagnosing delirium by non-qualified healthcare providers is facilitated by numerous psychometric and specialist tools and scales. The most common are: CAM – the Confusion  Assessment  Method, MDAS –  the Memorial  Delirium  Assessment  Scale;  DOSS – the Delirium Observation Screening Scale and the recently verified tool 4AT–the rapid assessment test for delirium. Proper diagnosis of delirium warrants optimization of care and stress reduction by formal and informal caregivers.

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Mozart and Super Brains for a Sustaining Future - Neurology & Neuroscience

Continuing the articles “The Brain as Peace Maker” and “Noble Brains  and  Nobel-Laureates-Role  Models  for  the  21st  Century” the results of split-brain experiments of Nobel laureate Roger  Sperry are recalled in memory. They influenced Nobel laureate John Eccles in his research and Nobel laureate Manfred Eigen was paying homage to them in his article, Mozart  oder unser Unvermögen,  das Genie zu begreifen’ (‘Mozart or our inability to understand the genius’) in his book, Jenseits von Ideolgien und Wunschdenken’ (‘Beyond  ideologies  and wishful  thinking’). The localization of the different capacities of the human brain according  to  Sperry’s split-brain researches was summarized by Eccles.   

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Ossifying Fibroma of Nasal Cavity: A Rare Case Report - Otolaryngology and Rhinology

Ossifying fibroma is a rare benign fibro-osseous lesion more commonly seen in the head and neck regions. Despite a benign lesion, it behaves aggressively locally and possess higher recurrence nature. One may have a diagnostic challenge owing to its rapid progression and osteolytic nature and having the impression of malignant lesion. Here, we are presenting a case of 9 years old girl with complaints of left nasal obstruction and left facial swelling for 6 months.

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Quality of Life as a Result of Health Literacy among Patients with Non-Communicable Diseases in Saudi Arabia - Nursing & Care 

Recent study showed that the prevalence of chronic disease in Saudi Arabia is increasing, in which the prevalence of hypertension is 71.3%, diabetes 27.3%, heart disease 16.4%, asthma 9.7%, ulcer
8.9%, and cancer 2.0% [1]. Health literacy which  is  recognized as being able to find, understand and use the health information necessary for making health-related decisions Chin et al., 2015; can play a crucial role in the management of chronic diseases [2].

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Isolated Left Insular Infarction and Acute Psychosis: A Misleading Clinical Presentation - Neurology & Neuroscience

The insular cortex is a hidden structure located in the Sylvian fissure surrounded by the temporal, frontal, and parietal lobes (Figure 1). It is a complex structure interconnecting various brain regions   [1-3]. The insular lobe  plays multiple roles including visceromotor, viscerosensory and limbic  functions. These roles contribute to control autonomic, gustatory, auditory, volitional swallowing,    and speech and language function as well as somatosensory perception and emotional response   [4-6]. The insula may be implicated in the coordination between internal and external information through emotional subjective awareness and facilitate motor recovery in stroke [7-9].

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Forensics Usage of Video-Surveillance and Associated (Meta) Data - Forensic Science & Medicine

Forensic video analysis is the offline analysis of video aimed at finding video or digital evidence during an investigation. In order to find video evidence during an investigation (terrorism, kidnapping, homicide, ...), investigators need to analyze and watch large amounts of video data (equivalent to a high number of video hours). Despite the powerful existing techniques and algorithms for  video  processing, investigators are still facing  many  problems including  the  large  volume of video data and time consuming. The correct interpreta-tion of videos requires a set of accurate miscellaneous data called the metadata. In this  paper, we  focus on the contribution that  can come from the correlation between  video  surveillance, metadata and context infor-mation.  Such  a  contribution can be demonstrated at the end of the projects we are currently working on in collaboration with the police services.

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Embolizations of Iatrogenic Lower Limb Vascular Injuries After Orthopaedics Surgery - Clinical Case Studies

Arterial injuries involving lower limbs are rare; main causes are traffic related trauma and iatrogenic lesions during orthopaedics surgical procedures [1]. The clinical manifestations of these injuries typically result in hemorrhagic or ischemic symptoms. Open vascular surgery has been the gold standard in the management of vascular extremity injuries for many years [2] but in the last two decades endovascular techniques have proved to be as effective as open surgery and have been increasingly adopted for treating these lesions [1].

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Assessment of amplitude of accommodation (AA) in Owerri Municipal Council, Southeast, Nigeria - Ophthalmology & Vision Research

When fixation changes from far to near, the crystalline lens varies its focal length (refractive power) in response to changes in the vergence of the incident light. This process is known as accommodation. Amplitude of accommodation (AA) is the maximum refractive power the eyes can exert. It refers to a certain range of object distances for which the retinal image is as sharply focused as possible [1]. It remains a very important parameter in the diagnosis and treatment of accommodative anomalies, as well as the determination of reading addition of presbyopes. Accommodative anomalies are among the most common visual disorders, and they may be associated with symptoms, such as headache, asthenopia, pain in the eye, occasional diplopia, intermittent blurred vision, and swimming of print while reading [2].

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Evaluation of Eye: Vision Sciences - Ophthalmology & Vision Research

Research is an important aspect of vision sciences, the ability to learn, achieve high levels of  training that are fed back into the exercise, and contribute to excellence for patients, is the answer to improve  professional performance. I believe that research is a fundamental part of the educational process, since professionals are always learning, discovering things, analyzing information, adapting their   behavior according to the information received, looking for new things and improving what they  have or adapting their knowledge to demands modern I want to extend the contribution of women of science, who have resorted to research for the benefit of visual health and the eyes of the community.

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