scholarly journals Impact of thyroid status on the response to ram effect in ewes

2018 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
J. MENEGATOS (Ι. ΜΕΝΕΓΑΤΟΣ) ◽  
S. CHADIO (Σ. ΧΑΔΙΩ) ◽  
D. KALOGIANNIS (Δ. ΚΑΛΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ) ◽  
V. BAMBIDIS (Β. ΜΠΑΜΠΙΔΗΣ) ◽  
I. VALASI (Ε. ΒΑΛΑΣΗ) ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thyroid Hormones ◽  
Reproductive Activity ◽  
Thyroid Status ◽  
Gonadotrophin Secretion ◽  
Group A ◽  
Ram Effect ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

The role of thyroid hormones on the transition to anestrous has been well established in ewes, but their possible involvement in the induction of reproductive activity remains obscure. The aim of the present study was to investigate the role of thyroid hormones in the induction of the first ovulation in relation to "ram effect" in ewes. Fourty-four ewes of the Greek Zackel mountain type breed were used. The ewes were housed separately from the rams until day 0 (entrance of rams). Blood samples were collected weekly for 4 weeks until 11 weeks after the ram entrance for the determination of thyroxin and progesterone levels. Thirty-five out of 44 ewes (group A) had a silent heat, while the rest 9 ewes (group B) exhibited a delayed estrus. Thyroxin levels rose immediately after ram entrance in animals of group A, but in group Β the increase in thyroid hormone levels was evident only after the first week. The difference in T4 levels between week 0 and 1 for ewes of group A was significantly higher than that observed for animals of group Β (p<005). The pattern of progesterone release was similar between the two groups, but a two week delay in the increase of progesterone concentration was observed in animals of group Β compared to group A. It is concluded that thyroid hormones may act at the beginning of the breeding season to cause a modification in gonadotrophin secretion leading to early ovulation.

scholarly journals The Role of Pathological Method and Clearance Definition for the Evaluation of Margin Status after Pancreatoduodenectomy for Periampullary Cancer. Results of a Multicenter Prospective Randomized Trial

Cancers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (9) ◽  
pp. 2097
Author(s):  
Gennaro Nappo ◽  
Domenico Borzomati ◽  
Alessandro Zerbi ◽  
Paola Spaggiari ◽  
Ugo Boggi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Prognostic Factor ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Periampullary Cancer ◽  
Significant Prognostic Factor ◽  
Prognostic Role ◽  
R1 Resection ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Background: There is extreme heterogeneity in the available literature on the determination of R1 resection rate after pancreatoduodenectomy (PD); consequently, its prognostic role is still debated. The aims of this multicenter randomized study were to evaluate the effect of sampling and clearance definition in determining R1 rate after PD for periampullary cancer and to assess the prognostic role of R1 resection. Methods: PD specimens were randomized to Leeds Pathology Protocol (LEEPP) (group A) or the conventional method adopted before the study (group B). R1 rate was determined by adopting 0- and 1-mm clearance; the association between R1, local recurrence (LR) and overall survival (OS) was also evaluated. Results. One-hundred-sixty-eight PD specimens were included. With 0 mm clearance, R1 rate was 26.2% and 20.2% for groups A and B, respectively; with 1 mm, R1 rate was 60.7% and 57.1%, respectively (p > 0.05). Only in group A was R1 found to be a significant prognostic factor: at 0 mm, median OS was 36 and 20 months for R0 and R1, respectively, while at 1 mm, median OS was not reached and 30 months. At multivariate analysis, R1 resection was found to be a significant prognostic factor independent of clearance definition only in the case of the adoption of LEEPP. Conclusions. The 1 mm clearance is the most effective factor in determining the R1 rate after PD. However, the pathological method is crucial to accurately evaluate its prognostic role: only R1 resections obtained with the adoption of LEEPP seem to significantly affect prognosis.

scholarly journals Thyroid Hormone Indices in Computer Workers with Emphasis on the Role of Zinc Supplementation

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 296-301
Author(s):  
Ahmed Ibrahim Amin ◽  
Noha Mohamed Hegazy ◽  
Khadiga Salah Ibrahim ◽  
Heba Mahdy-Abdallah ◽  
Hamdy A. A. Hammouda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thyroid Hormone ◽  
Thyroid Hormones ◽  
Zinc Supplementation ◽  
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Free Triiodothyronine ◽  
Computer Workers ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

AIM: This study aimed to investigate the effects of computer monitor-emitted radiation on thyroid hormones and the possible protective role of zinc supplementation.MATERIAL AND METHODS: The study included three groups. The first group (group B) consisted of 42 computer workers. This group was given Zinc supplementation in the form of one tablet daily for eight weeks. The second group (group A) comprised the same 42 computer workers after zinc supplementation. A group of 63 subjects whose job does not entail computer use was recruited as a control Group (Group C). All participants filled a questionnaire including detailed medical and occupational histories. They were subjected to full clinical examination. Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), free triiodothyronine (FT3), free thyroxine (FT4) and zinc levels were measured in all participants. RESULTS: TSH, FT3, FT4 and zinc concentrations were decreased significantly in group B relative to group C. In group A, all tested parameters were improved when compared with group B. The obtained results revealed that radiation emitted from computers led to changes in TSH and thyroid hormones (FT3 and FT4) in the workers. CONCLUSION: Improvement after supplementation suggests that zinc can ameliorate hazards of such radiation on thyroid hormone indices.

The Role of Perioperative Anti-VEGF During Vitrectomy for Vitreous Hemorrhage in Relation to Postoperative Nonclearing Vitreous Hemorrhage and Cystoid Macular Edema

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (6) ◽  
pp. 379-384
Author(s):  
Manish Nagpal ◽  
Navneet Mehrotra ◽  
Avijit Vishnoi
Keyword(s):  
Vitreous Hemorrhage ◽  
Foveal Thickness ◽  
Central Foveal Thickness ◽  
Anti Vegf ◽  
Group A ◽  
Pars Plana ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B ◽  
Endothelial Growth Factor

Purpose: To assess the role of perioperative anti–vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) on the incidence of rebleed and foveal thickness in patients undergoing pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for nonclearing vitreous hemorrhage due to retinal vascular disorders. Design: Retrospective, randomized, comparative interventional study. Methods: Three hundred twelve eyes were assigned to group A (eyes undergoing PPV without anti-VEGF, n = 165) and group B (eyes undergoing PPV with anti-VEGF, n = 147) and were followed up for a minimum of 6 months. The incidence of rebleed and 1 month postoperative central foveal thickness (CFT) was recorded and analyzed. Results: The incidence of postoperative vitreous hemorrhage (POVH) in group A was 21.81%, which was significantly ( P = .025) higher than in group B (12.24%). Mean CFT in group A (289.24 ± 49.47 μm) was higher as compared to group B (263.42 ± 94.42), but the difference was not statistically significant. Conclusion: Perioperative intravitreal anti-VEGF given at the end of the surgery significantly reduces the incidence of POVH and helps in achieving better CFT postoperatively.

scholarly journals Role of sublingual immunotherapy and probiotics in clinical improvements of childhood asthma

2016 ◽  
Vol 48 (5) ◽  
pp. 261
Author(s):  
Mira Lrmawati ◽  
Anang Endaryanto ◽  
Arijanto Harsono
Keyword(s):  
Symptom Score ◽  
Childhood Asthma ◽  
Sublingual Immunotherapy ◽  
Clinical Symptoms ◽  
Asthmatic Children ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B ◽  
Single Blind

Background Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is an effectivesecondary prevention to improve natural course of asthma. Itsefficacy is limited to allergic asthma caused by inhalant allergen.Recent studies showed that probiotic as immunomodulatordecreases inflammatory process induced by food allergy. No suf-ficient clinical evidence reported about the efficacy of combinationsublingual immunotherapy and probiotics or probiotics only inclinical improvement of childhood asthma.Objective To investigate the role of SLIT and probiotic on clinicalparameters of childhood asthma (FEVl reversibility, medicationscore, and symptom score).Methods A randomized single blind clinical trial was conductedon 6-17 year-old asthmatic children sensitive to food and aero-allergens. Subjects were allocated to Group A receiving SLIT,Group B receiving probiotics and SLIT, Group C receiving probiot-ics only. All parameters were evaluated in week 0 untill4.Results FEVl reversibility improved in all groups. Medicationscore and symptom score was also decreased in all groups. Themost marked decrease of FEVl reversibility and symptom scorewere found in probiotics group. Statistical analysis revealedthat the difference of each parameter between groups were notsignificant.Conclusion Combination of SLIT and probiotics and probiot-ics are only similarly effective to improve clinical symptoms aschildhood asthma. Hence, information about probiotics as im-munomodulator was proved to be an excellent alternative therapyfor childhood asthma has been obtained.

scholarly journals Comparison of Macular Choroidal Thickness and Volume between Pseudoexfoliative Glaucoma and Pseudoexfoliative Syndrome

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Fan Li ◽  
Lihua Ma ◽  
Yulei Geng ◽  
Xiaowei Yan ◽  
Hengli Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Choroidal Thickness ◽  
Normal Subjects ◽  
Enhanced Depth Imaging ◽  
Depth Imaging ◽  
Pseudoexfoliative Glaucoma ◽  
Group A ◽  
Imaging Optical Coherence Tomography ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Purpose. To evaluate the difference in macular choroidal thickness and volume between patients with pseudoexfoliative glaucoma (PXG), patients with pseudoexfoliative syndrome (PEX), and normal controls. Methods. This case-control study included 49 PXG patients (group A), 33 PEX patients (group B), and 42 sex-, age-, and axial length-matched healthy volunteer eyes (group C). The macular choroidal thickness and volume of all subjects studied were measured by enhanced depth imaging optical coherence tomography. Results. The average macular (AM) choroidal thickness was 170.79 ± 50.18 μm, 184.65 ± 57.54 μm, and 206.46 ± 48.90 μm, and the average volume was 0.52 ± 0.15 μm3, 0.56 ± 0.17 μm3, and 0.63 ± 0.15 μm3 in groups A, B, and C, respectively. The macular choroidal thickness, the volumes of various macular regions, and the average choroidal thickness and volume in group A were lower than those in group C (all P < 0.05 ). There were no significant differences in the macular choroidal thickness, volumes of various macular regions, or average choroidal thickness or volume between group A and B (all P > 0.05 ). The macular choroidal thickness and volume of the TIM and SOM in group B were lower than those in group C ( P < 0.05 ). There was no association between the macular choroidal thickness of various macular regions and visual field mean defect (MD) in group A (all P > 0.05 ). Conclusion. The macular choroidal thickness in patients with PXG or PEX (TIM and SOM) is thinner than that in normal subjects. The macular choroidal thickness in patients with PXG is not significantly different from that in patients with PEX. The role of macular choroidal thickness changes in the glaucomatous damage of patients with PXG is still unclear.

Efficacy and Safety of Oral Ivermectin and Topical Permethrin in the Treatment of Scabies

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-47
Author(s):  
Mohsena Akhter ◽  
Ishrat Bhuiyan ◽  
Zulfiqer Hossain Khan ◽  
Mahfuza Akhter ◽  
Gulam Kazem Ali Ahmad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Close Contact ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Sarcoptes Scabiei ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Background: Scabies is one of the most common skin diseases in our country. It is caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis, which is an ecto-parasite infesting the epidermis. Scabies is highly contagious. Prevalence is high in congested or densely populated areas. Individuals with close contact with an affected person should be treated with scabicidal which is available in both oral and topical formulations. The only oral but highly effective scabicidal known to date is Ivermectin. Amongst topical preparations, Permethrin 5 % cream is the treatment of choice. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy & safety of oral Ivermectin compared to topical Permethrin in the treatment of scabies. Methodology: This prospective, non-randomized study was conducted at the out-patient department of Dermatology and Venereology of Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College & Hospital over a period of 6 months, from August 2016 to January 2017. The study population consisted of one hundred patients having scabies, enrolled according to inclusion criteria. They were divided into two groups. group A was subjected to oral Ivermectin and the group B to Permethrin 5% cream. Patients were followed up on day 7 and 14 for assessment of efficacy and safety. Result: The mean scoring with SD in group A (Ivermectin) and group B (Permethrin) were 8.26 ± 2.22 and 7.59 ± 2.01 respectively at the time of observation. The difference between the mean score of the two group is not significant (p=0.117) the mean scoring with SD in group A and group B were 4.54 ± 2.05 and 1.64 ± 1.84 respectively at 7thdays. The difference between the mean score of the two group is significant (p<0.001). The mean scoring with SD in group A and group B were 2.68± 2.35 and .36± 1.10 respectively at 14th day difference between the mean score of the group is significant (p<0.001). Conclusion: Topical application of permethrin 5% cream is more effective and safer than oral Ivermectin in the treatment of scabies. TAJ 2020; 33(1): 41-47

Effect of Sample Storage Conditions on Body Burden Analysis of Organic Contaminants in Unionid Mussels

1992 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 833-844 ◽  
Author(s):  
Micheline Hanna
Keyword(s):  
Organic Contaminants ◽  
Body Burden ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
The Body ◽  
Sample Storage ◽  
Pcb Congeners ◽  
Unionid Mussels ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Abstract In order to quantitatively assess the effect of sample storage conditions on the body burden analysis of organic contaminants, a comparative analysis was carried out on the unionid mussel Elliptic complanata. The mussels were divided into two groups, each with distinct storage conditions, while Group A was kept in the freezer at −20°C, Group B was kept in the refrigerator for five days at 5°C. All the compounds present in the control were also present in Group B samples. Analysis of the organic contaminants in each of these two groups showed that for total PCB concentrations, the two treatments were not significantly different; however when compared individually 6 of the 13 PCB congeners showed significant differences. The observed differences were relatively small for individual PCB congeners (7.1 to 15.3%), higher for chlorobenzenes (10.5 to 36.4%), and yet higher for HCE (44.1%); the difference for HCE, although large is nevertheless not significant, even if only marginally so.

scholarly journals The Pandemic and Changes in the Self-Perception of Teacher Digital Competences of Infant Grade Students: A Cross Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4756
Author(s):  
Rosalía Romero-Tena ◽  
Carmen Llorente-Cejudo ◽  
María Puig-Gutiérrez ◽  
Raquel Barragán-Sánchez
Keyword(s):  
Intervention Group ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Self Perception ◽  
Digital Competence ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Perceptions ◽  
Group A ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Without having a reaction time, the pandemic has caused an unprecedented transformation in universities around the world, leading to a revolution from structured models anchored in the conception of transmission of training towards a teaching approach-learning saved thanks to the incorporation of technology. This study aims to verify whether the pandemic situation has influenced the digital competence self-perception of students. Comparing two groups during the academic years 2019/2020 and 2020/2021, the instrument used is the questionnaire for digital competence “DigCompEdu Check-In” for future teachers. After the educational intervention, group A (before COVID-19) presented higher self-perceptions of competence than group B (during COVID-19); the pandemic situation caused by COVID-19 has negatively influenced students’ self-perception of their digital skills in the pretest in the different dimensions under study. Before receiving the training, the group that did not experience the pandemic enjoyed a higher self-perception of their competencies than the group that experienced the pandemic. The data obtained indicate that the difference exists, and that it is statistically significant, and may be a consequence of the clear relationship between self-perception and the way in which students face reality through their personal and subjective vision.

Tissue Ki67 proliferative index expression and pathological changes in hemodialysis arteriovenous fistulae: Preliminary single-center results

2021 ◽  
pp. 112972982110154
Author(s):  
Raffaella Mauro ◽  
Cristina Rocchi ◽  
Francesco Vasuri ◽  
Alessia Pini ◽  
Anna Laura Croci Chiocchini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Morphological Changes ◽  
Hot Spot ◽  
Wall Thickening ◽  
Proliferating Cells ◽  
Ki 67 ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Group B

Background: Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) for hemodialysis integrates outward remodeling with vessel wall thickening in response to drastic hemodynamic changes. Aim of this study is to determine the role of Ki67, a well-established proliferative marker, related to AVF, and its relationship with time-dependent histological morphologic changes. Materials and methods: All patients were enrolled in 1 year and stratified in two groups: (A) pre-dialysis patients submitted to first AVF and (B) patients submitted to revision of AVF. Morphological changes: neo-angiogenesis (NAG), myointimal thickening (MIT), inflammatory infiltrate (IT), and aneurysmatic fistula degeneration (AD). The time of AVF creation was recorded. A biopsy of native vein in Group A and of arterialized vein in Group B was submitted to histological and immunohistochemical (IHC) analysis. IHC for Ki67 was automatically performed in all specimens. Ki67 immunoreactivity was assessed as the mean number of positive cells on several high-power fields, counted in the hot spots. Results: A total of 138 patients were enrolled, 69 (50.0%) Group A and 69 (50.0%) Group B. No NAG or MIT were found in Group A. Seven (10.1%) Group A veins showed a mild MIT. Analyzing the Group B, a moderate-to-severe MIT was present in 35 (50.7%), IT in 19 (27.5%), NAG in 37 (53.6%); AD was present in 10 (14.5%). All AVF of Group B with the exception of one (1.4%) showed a positivity for Ki67, with a mean of 12.31 ± 13.79 positive cells/hot spot (range 0–65). Ki67-immunoreactive cells had a subendothelial localization in 23 (33.3%) cases, a myointimal localization in SMC in 35 (50.7%) cases. The number of positive cells was significantly correlated with subendothelial localization of Ki67 ( p = 0.001) and with NA ( p = 0.001). Conclusions: Native veins do not contain cycling cells. In contrast, vascular cell proliferation starts immediately after AVF creation and persists independently of the time the fistula is set up. The amount of proliferating cells is significantly associated with MIT and subendothelial localization of Ki67-immunoreactive cells, thus suggesting a role of Ki-67 index in predicting AVF failure.

scholarly journals High Basal Maximal Standardized Uptake Value (SUVmax) in Follicular Lymphoma Identifies Patients with a Low Risk of Long-Term Relapse

Cancers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 2876
Author(s):  
Giovanni Manfredi Assanto ◽  
Giulia Ciotti ◽  
Mattia Brescini ◽  
Maria Lucia De Luca ◽  
Giorgia Annechini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Follicular Lymphoma ◽  
Standardized Uptake Value ◽  
Metabolic Tumor Volume ◽  
Late Relapse ◽  
Prognostic Role ◽  
Pet Ct ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Background: Despite that the unfavorable prognostic role of a high Total Metabolic Tumor Volume (TMTV) in Follicular Lymphoma has been demonstrated, the role of SUVmax alone at baseline PET/CT could have a different prognostic role. Patients and Methods: We performed a retrospective observational monocentric cohort study. All patients affected by FL who underwent a basal PET/CT were included. Two subgroups were identified and compared in terms of PFS and OS: (A) Basal SUVmax ≤ 6; and (B) Basal SUVmax > 6. Results: Ninety-four patients were included, 34 in group A (36.2%) and 60 in group B (63.8%). The PFS at two years was comparable in the two groups (97%). The five-year PFS was 73.5% for group A and 95% for group B (p 0.005). The five-year PFS in the whole cohort was 87.5%. A clear advantage was confirmed in group A in the absence of other risk factors. Patients with SUVmax ≤ 6 and no risk factors showed a 5-year PFS of 73% against 83% for patients with SUVmax > 6 and at least two risk factors. Conclusion: A high FDG uptake favorably correlated with PFS. A low basal SUVmax reflected a higher rate of late relapse requiring a prolonged follow-up. The basal SUVmax is an approachable parameter with prognostic implications.

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