The effect of sniffing Turkish coffee on olfactory disorders in COVID-19 patients : An experimental clinical study

2021 ◽  
Vol 74 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 117-123
Author(s):  
Semra Bulbuloglu ◽  
Yasar Altun
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Study ◽  
Clinical Research ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Sense Of Smell ◽  
Disease Information ◽  
Clinical Research Center ◽  
Olfactory Disorder ◽  
Experiment Control ◽  
Experimental Group

The current study aimed to examine the effect of sniffing Turkish coffee on the sense of smell in COVID-19 patients. This study utilized the experiment-control method. Data were collected using a patient and disease information form and the Connecticut Chemosensory Clinical Research Center (CCCRC) Test. An experimental group of patients sniffed Turkish coffee, and the coffee’s effect on the patients’ sense of smell was examined. All data were analyzed using SPSS version 25 (IBM). Of the patients in the experimental group, 25% had moderate hyposmia, 58.3% had severe hyposmia, and 16.7% had anosmia prior to sniffing Turkish coffee. After sniffing the Turkish coffee, 13.3% of these patients regained their ability to smell normally, while 18.3% had mild hyposmia, 45% had moderate hyposmia, 6.7% had severe hyposmia, and 16.7% had anosmia. There was no difference in the control group between first and second measurement. COVID-19 patients who sniffed Turkish coffee intermittently regained some of their sense of smell for one hour. Turkish coffee is cheap, fragrant, widely available, and easy to access. Therefore, results of this study suggest that it may be recommended for treating olfactory disorder in COVID-19 patients.

scholarly journals The effect of controlling the distance and height of the board in the development of some cognitive abilities (sense-kinetic) and Learnning of the accuracy of the correction skill of stability (free throw) basketball

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 0089
Author(s):  
Dr. Ali Fattah M. Omar Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Abilities ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Primary Students ◽  
Fifth Grade ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Height Control ◽  
The Third ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Experimental Group

The aim of the current research is to identify the effect of board height control on developing perception (sense-kinetics) and developing the accuracy of correction skill from consistency and accuracy to fifth-grade primary students. The researchers used the experimental method for its appropriateness and the nature of the research. The research community consists of students from Al-Dhiyaa Elementary School for Boys for the academic year (2018/2019). (B) (22), (c) number (21), (d) number (25), and by lot Division (B) was chosen to be the first experimental group that uses the control method for the correction area distance, and Division A to be the second experimental group that uses the board height control method, and Division (C) to be the third experimental group that uses the control method for correction and board height. And Division (D) to be the control group that uses the method followed by the teacher. At the rate of (10) students per group, the data were statistically treated using the  statistical bag (Spss).  The researchers concluded the following: - The gradient with high board showed a remarkable superiority between the pre and post tests and in favor of the post test of the second experimental group.  

scholarly journals Different sources and levels of vegetable oils in broiler chicken nutrition

2013 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 321-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
V.Z. Stanacev ◽  
D. Milic ◽  
N. Milosevic ◽  
V.S. Stanacev ◽  
Z. Pavlovski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Soybean Oil ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Rapeseed Oil ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Carcass Quality ◽  
Flax Oil ◽  
Experiment Control ◽  
Experimental Group

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of soybean, flax and rapeseed oil on productive performance and carcass quality of broilers chickens. At the beginning of the experiment six groups of 40 one day-old chicks, hybrid line Cobb 500 was formed, with five replications. For nutrition two feed mixtures were used. During the first two weeks, in preparation period, chickens were fed with starter mixture, and then with grower mixture until the end of the experiment. Control group was fed with mixture of standard composition and quality based on corn and soybean meal with the addition of 4% and 8% soybean oil, while the experimental group included 4% and 8% flaxseed oil and 4% and 8% rapeseed oil. The experiment lasted 35 days. During the experimental period, chickens were fed and watered ad libitum and microclimatic conditions were constantly monitored. Control of body weight and feed consumption was carried out every seven days. At the end of the experiment 10 chickens from each group were sacrificed for the purpose of testing the carcass quality. Upon completion of the experiment, control group achieved weight of 2122g and 2053g, and the experimental group with flax oil 2164g and 2094g, and the group with rapeseed oil weighs of 2121g and 2081g. Chickens on treatment with 4% flax oil in the diet achieved significantly higher body mass (P<0.05) at the end of the experiment compared with the groups who were on treatment with 8% rapeseed and soybean oil. Soybean oil at a rate of 4% showed significantly (P<0.05) increased final body weight compared to body mass of chicks in a group with the addition of 8% soybean oil. Feed conversion ratio was lowest in the group with the addition of 4% flax oil and rapeseed oil, and the highest in the group with the addition of 8% flax oil. The differences found in the carcass quality between the control and experimental groups were not statistically significant (P>0.05). The largest amount of abdominal fat (18.9 g) was in the group with the addition of 4% rapeseed oil and lowest in the group with the addition of 8% soybean oil (12.6 g). Based on these results it can be concluded that the addition of 4% oil showed better productive results, but had no effect on carcass quality of chickens.

scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL EFFICACY OF IMMOBILIZED FORM OF CHLORHEXIDINE IN TREATMENT OF PURULENT WOUNDS

2016 ◽  
Vol 175 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-47
Author(s):  
B. S. Sukovatykh ◽  
A. I. Bezhin ◽  
T. A. Pankrusheva ◽  
A. Yu. Grigor’Yan ◽  
A. V. Ivanov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Research ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Local Treatment ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Wound Treatment ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Purulent Wounds ◽  
Purulent Wound ◽  
Positive Effect ◽  
Experimental Group

The authors made an analysis of the results of experimental course of wound process on 120 rats of Vistar line and clinical research of 58 patients with purulent wounds, which were treated by ointment of following composition: chlorhexidine bigluconate 0,5-30,0; methyluracil -2,0; polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate -70,0. The animals and people were divided into 2 statistically uniform groups. The control group had a local treatment of wound by the ointment «Levomekol’». The experimental group used the immobilized forms of chlorhexidine. Dynamics of wound process was studied by planimetric, bacteriological and cytological methods of research. Results of planimetric, bacteriological and cytological investigations proved the more expressed positive effect of purulent wound treatment using immobilized form of chlorhexidine bigluconate.

scholarly journals A Meta-analysis of Acupuncture Treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Biwei Chen ◽  
Lili Zhang ◽  
Shaozong Chen ◽  
Changzhen Gong
Keyword(s):  
Irritable Bowel Syndrome ◽  
Clinical Research ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trials ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Controlled Trials ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Irritable Bowel ◽  
Experimental Group

To assess the efficacy of acupuncture for treatment of irritable bowel syndrome through meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials in recent 20 years. Online databases, including CNKI, VIP, WANFANG,PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science and Embase were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of acupuncture for IBS. Retrieval time was from January 1, 2000 to January 31, 2021. According to Jadad scoring criteria,the bias risk and quality assessment of each RCT included were evaluated by two researchers. RevMan 5.3 software was used for the meta analysis. Eight RCTs were selected which include a total of 1181 patients.The control group has 425 patients and the experimental group has 756 patients. The result of meta-analysis indicates that the total effective rate for the experimental group was superior to that of the control group [OR=3.29,95%CI [2.16~5.03](P<0.01)], and the funnel plot was basically symmetric. Acupuncture therapy is shown to have a good safety and compliance record. However, the number of high-quality trials is small, and there are some deficiencies in the methodology of clinical research. Acupuncture, as a supplementary therapy for irritable bowel syndrome, has positive clinical significance and prospects for application. The methodology of clinical research needs to be further improved.

scholarly journals The possibility to prevent postoperative sensitivity in resin-based composite restored teeth

2007 ◽  
Vol 54 (2) ◽  
pp. 81-88
Author(s):  
Dragica Manojlovic ◽  
Srdjan Zupanjac ◽  
Slavoljub Zivkovic
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Study ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Single Bond ◽  
Restorative Dentistry ◽  
Sensitivity Evaluation ◽  
School Of Dentistry ◽  
Postoperative Sensitivity ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Osmotic Stimuli

Introduction: Postoperative sensitivity is a common problem in patients after placement of resin-based composite (RBC) restorations. Aim: The of this study was to evaluate clinical efficacy of oxalate desensitizer BisBlock in the prevention of postoperative sensitivity after placement of RBC restorations. Materials and Methods: This clinical study was conducted at Belgrade University School of Dentistry Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics. The study comprised 31 patients, both sexes, aged 18 - 32. In each patient, two class II cavities were prepared in premolars (62 cavities) and restored with RBCs. One restored tooth in each patient was treated with BisBlock (experimental group) while another served as control. In the restorative procedure, Single Bond (3M ESPE) was used as the adhesive and teeth were restored with Valux Plus (3M ESPE) RBC. Sensitivity evaluation was performed at day 1, day 4 and day 7 after restoration and comprised sensitivity on thermal and osmotic stimuli as well as sensitivity during mastication. Results: The obtained results revealed statistically significant decrease of postoperative sensitivity in experimental (3.23%) than control group (16.14%). .

scholarly journals Productivity of Simmentals Livestock of Austrian Breeding in Climatic Conditions of the Karachay- Cherkess Republic

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 4561-4564
Keyword(s):  
Geographical Area ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Milk Productivity ◽  
Group I ◽  
Production Experience ◽  
Experiment Control ◽  
Leukocyte Counts ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Adaptive Abilities

The aim of the work was to establish the adaptive abilities and milk productivity of Simmental cows of Austrian origin in the conditions of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic. Research and production experience was held at Hammer Company LLC, Prikubansky District, Karachay-Cherkess Republic, in which 400 head Simmental heifers were brought from Austria. For the experiment, 40 cows of Schwyz and Simmental breeds were selected. Schwyz cows were included in the experiment (control group I), as well adapted to the conditions of Karachay-Cherkessia, and Simmental cows constituted the second experimental group. Among Simmental cows with a bath-like form of the udder, it was 12.5%, while in Swiss peers - 2.5%, with a bowl-shaped form - 60.0%, and in peers - 47.5%, Schwyz cows were in the lead - 50%, for Simmental - 27.5%. There were no significant differences between the groups of experimental cows in hemoglobin, erythrocyte, and leukocyte counts. On average, the hemoglobin level in the rocks was within the normal range and was 109.8-110.1g / l, the content of erythrocytes was 7.2-7.4x1012 / l, and leukocytes were 9.9-10.2x109 / l. The heart rate and respiration rate in adapting Simmental cows were slightly higher than in their peers of the Swiss breed and were 71.8-73.5; 24.7-26.8 times per minute and 70.5-71.0; 23.4-24.2 times per minute, respectively. The highest milk production in the second lactation was distinguished by Simmental cows, their milk yield was 4455 kg of milk, which is 958 kg or 27.4% higher than the Swiss peers. The fat content of milk in Simmental cows was at the level of 3.84%, protein 3.32%. The superiority of Simmental cows over Swiss peers in terms of fat and protein content in milk was 0.11% and 0.15%, respectively. Simmental cows in the new climatic conditions provided an increase in milk productivity, which indicates good lability of the organism in the new geographical area.

scholarly journals Clinical Study on Local Application of Lidocaine in Reducing the Rate of Maternal Perineal Incision

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Xinhong Yin ◽  
Wenying Xue ◽  
Yan Song
Keyword(s):  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Clinical Study ◽  
Feasibility Study ◽  
Postpartum Hemorrhage ◽  
Reliable Method ◽  
Local Application ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Neonatal Asphyxia ◽  
Experimental Group

<strong>Objective: </strong>To carry out feasibility study and determine the effect of local lidocaine in reducing the rate of maternal perineal incision. <strong>Method: </strong>A retrospective study of our hospital in January 2010 January 2012, with 80 cases of local application of lidocaine after perineal side cut lying in women and in the same period were randomly selected and 100 cases of conventional guild shade side cut of mother’s surgery as control group. <strong>Results: </strong>There was no difference between the weight of the newborn and the experimental group at the time of birth. The use of local lidocaine can reduce the rate of maternal perineal incision. Besides, in experimental group it show reduce in maternal postpartum hemorrhage and incision infection, with not increase the incidence of neonatal asphyxia. <strong>Conclusion: </strong>The use of local lidocaine in reduce the rate of maternal perineal incision is a simple, safe and reliable method to reduce the pain during delivery.

scholarly journals Package of menthol measures for thirst relief: a randomized clinical study

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (3) ◽  
pp. 600-608 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viviane Moreira Serato ◽  
Lígia Fahl Fonseca ◽  
Marcela Maria Birolim ◽  
Edilaine Giovanini Rossetto ◽  
Lílian Denise Mai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Study ◽  
Oral Cavity ◽  
Recovery Room ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Single Administration ◽  
Randomized Clinical Study ◽  
Intervention Point ◽  
The Difference ◽  
And Control ◽  
Experimental Group

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of the menthol package (lip hydration and ice popsicles) compared to a package of non-menthol measures (lip hydration and ice popsicles) as a way to relieve thirst in patients in the Anesthetic Recovery Room. Method: Randomized and parallel trial study, with 120 patients randomized patients in an experimental group - menthol measurements (n=59) and control group - measures without menthol (n = 61). Results: There was a significant (p<0.05) decrease in intensity, hydration, dryness and taste in the oral cavity between the three moments of assessment/intervention in the two groups. The difference was significant in the experimental group for thirst intensity at the second assessment/intervention point (p<0.05) after a single administration of the menthol package. Conclusion: There was a reduction in thirst intensity in both groups. Patients who received menthol packages showed a significant decrease in intensity after a single evaluation/intervention time. NCT: 02869139.

scholarly journals Correlation between Hyperalgesia and Upregulation of TNF-α and IL-1β in Aqueous Humor and Blood in Second Eye Phacoemulsification: Clinical and Experimental Investigation

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Ruibo Yang ◽  
Chang Liu ◽  
Di Yu ◽  
Lechong Ma ◽  
Yan Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Study ◽  
Aqueous Humor ◽  
Whole Blood ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Mrna Levels ◽  
Corneal Sensitivity ◽  
Dynamic Changes ◽  
Eye Surgery ◽  
Tnf Α ◽  
Experimental Group

The aim of this study was to explore the correlation between intraoperative hyperalgesia of the second eye and the dynamic changes of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and interleukin (IL)-1β levels in aqueous humor (AH) of the second eye and whole blood after the first eye cataract surgery. A rabbit model of monocular phacoemulsification was established by administration of 0.3% levofloxacin. Whole blood and AH samples from non-surgical eyes in the experimental group (n =25) and second eye in the blank control group (n =15) were obtained and corneal sensitivity was examined after surgery (1, 3, 7, 14, and 21 days postoperatively). TNF-α and IL-1β levels in AH and TNF-α mRNA and IL-1β mRNA levels in whole blood were measured. In a clinical study, 30 patients who underwent bilateral phacoemulsification within 1 month were divided into six groups in accordance with the operation intervals (1, 3, 7, 10, 14, and 21days). TNF-α and IL-1β levels in AH were measured at the beginning of surgery and intraoperative pain was assessed immediately after surgery. Corneal sensitivity (F =244.910, P <0.05), TNF-α and IL-1β levels in AH (F =184.200, 82.900, P <0.05) of non-surgical eyes and in whole blood (F =272.800, 193.530, P <0.05) in the experimental group were significantly higher than the baseline levels after phacoemulsification. In the clinical study, NRS scores of second eye surgery were higher than those of the first eye(P =0.0025) and 19 (63.3%) patients reported more pain during the second eye surgery. TNF-α and IL-1β concentrations in AH of the second eye were significantly higher than those of the first eye (F =123.60, P <0.05; F =59.60, P <0.05). In conclusion, within 1 month after the first eye phacoemulsification, higher pain sensitivity (hyperalgesia) exists in the second eye, which may be related to dynamic changes in TNF-α, IL-1β levels in AH or whole blood.

scholarly journals Clinical Study on Treatment to Ankylosing Spondylitis with Fengshi Qutong Capsule-Diclofenac Sodium Combination

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Haibin Wang ◽  
Ying Wang ◽  
Xin Tian ◽  
Shizhang Liu ◽  
Le Ji
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Study ◽  
Ankylosing Spondylitis ◽  
Treatment Efficacy ◽  
Adverse Reactions ◽  
Diclofenac Sodium ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Clinical Value ◽  
Vas Score ◽  
Enteric Coated ◽  
Experimental Group

Objective: To discuss the clinical study on Fengshi Qutong capsules combined with diclofenac sodium in the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis. Methods: 80 patients who were treated for ankylosing spondylitis from June 2019 to June 2020 were selected and divided into two groups. The experimental group was treated with Fengshi Qutong capsules combined with diclofenac sodium, and the control group was treated with sulfasalazine enteric-coated tablets. Results: The treatment efficacy, VAS score, BASDAI score, BASFI score, CRP level, TNF-? level, IL-I? level, and the incidence of adverse reactions between the two groups were significantly different (P<0.05). Conclusion: The application of Fengshi Qutong capsules combined with diclofenac sodium in the treatment of patients with ankylosing spondylitis is beneficial to improve the treatment efficacy, reduce the levels of CRP, TNF-?, and IL-I?, reduce the incidence of adverse reactions, and reduce the VAS, BASDAI and BASFI scores, rendering it of important clinical value.

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