scholarly journals Quality characteristics of the carcass of Beni-Guil sheep, a Protected Geographical Indication certified product of Eastern Morocco: Preliminary study

Author(s):  
Kamal Belhaj ◽  
Farid Mansouri ◽  
Aziz Tikent ◽  
Abdellah Ouchatbi ◽  
Mohamed Boukharta ◽  
...  

The objective of the study was to evaluate, for the first time, the qualitative, objective and subjective characteristics of the carcass and meat of the Beni-Guil sheep breed, originating in Eastern Morocco. The study was conducted with 105 ewes and ewe lambs with a mean age of 21.5 months (8–36 months), and a mean weight of 32.55 kg. pH measurements were taken one hour and 24 hours after slaughter. The mean values obtained were 6.76 and 5.78, respectively. The mean hot (HCW) and cold (CCW) carcass weights and corresponding yields were 15.82 kg (48.6%) and 15.52 kg (47.7%), respectively. Shrinkage loss was 1.9%. Linear measurements showed that the Beni-Guil had a mean carcass length (K) and width (G) of 63.7 and 17.3 cm, respectively, with a carcass compactness index 1 (G/K) and 2 (CCW/K) of 0.27 and 243.60 g/cm, respectively. Finally, according to the EUROP sheep carcass classification grid, the carcasses examined showed conformations between fairly good (O) and good (R), a bright red color, a firm white fat cover, and a fatness score of 3.42. The results highlighted the characteristics of the Beni-Guil ewe carcass, which are sought by professionals and consumers.

2017 ◽  
Vol 07 (01) ◽  
pp. 045-051
Author(s):  
Murali Patla ◽  
Sonika Achalli ◽  
K. Saidath ◽  
Crystal Runa Soans ◽  
U.S. Krishna Nayak

AbstractBackground and objectives: The successful treatment of orthognathic surgical patient is dependent on careful diagnosis. The first step in the diagnosis of the patient for orthognathic surgery is to determine the nature of the skeletal, dental and soft tissue defects. Cephalometrics for orthognathic surgery (COGS) analysis by Burstone and colleagues is especially adapted for the diagnosis and treatment planning of orthognathic surgery cases. Burstone and colleagues' COGS analysis are based on Caucasian whites; they may not be applicable as a reference for the diagnosis and treatment of Kerala population patients. Therefore it has become important to determine the cephalometric parameters for this ethnic group. Methodology: Cephalometric radiographs of 50 Keralite adults (25 Males and 25 Females) were analysed who met criteria of the study. The Mean values of various skeletal, dental, angular and linear measurements of Keralites were compared with the White Americans values, originally obtained by Burstone. Results: Statistically significant differences were found in the Keralite samples, who had a greater Anterior and Posterior Cranial base length, Mandibular protrusion, Lower anterior facial heights, Anterior and Posterior Dental heights, Proclined Upper and Lower incisor with less Prominent Chin in comparison to Caucasian. Interpretation and conclusion: This is indicative of disparity between cephalometric norms of Caucasians and Keralites. However conclusions can't be drawn from a single study, hence further studies to establish the cephalometric norms for different ethnic groups across the country may be advisable.


1987 ◽  
Vol 252 (3) ◽  
pp. H485-H493 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Tyml

The aim of this study was to evaluate the distribution of red cell perfusion in sartorius muscle of anesthetized frogs by analyzing simultaneously red cell velocity (VRBC), number of cells per unit capillary length (NRBC), and density of perfused capillaries (CD) in a 2.07 X 2.71-mm region of the muscle visualized microscopically at very low magnification. In the 16 muscles studied, a severe 1-min electrical stimulation induced statistically significant increases in the mean values, VRBC, NRBC, and CD, as well as significant decreases in heterogeneities (SD/mean) of these three parameters when going from rest to postcontraction hyperemia. A mild 3-s stimulation caused significant increases only in VRBC and NRBC. Red cell perfusion, computed as a product of the three parameters divided by the mean capillary length, increased significantly from 87.4 +/- 81.9 to 417.9 +/- 118.2 (SD) and from 96.9 +/- 75.7 to 192.5 +/- 190.2 (SD) cells X s-1 X mm-3, respectively. In both stimulations, the postcontraction increase of red cell supply to the muscle, expressed in cells per second per cubic millimeter, was larger than any individual increase in the three parameters. Based on pooled data from all muscles, both NRBC and CD were determined to be dependent on VRBC. The present study supports the view that VRBC, NRBC, CD, and heterogeneity of red cell distribution depend on vascular tone and demonstrates for the first time that these four dependencies can operate both concurrently and synergistically to increase O2 supply to muscle after contraction.


Author(s):  
Fernando Igai ◽  
Washington Steagall Junior ◽  
Pedro Tortamano Neto

Objectives: To compare the accuracy of two methods for the manufacturing of physical models: I) intraoral scanning and resin-printed models; and II) addition silicone impression and gypsum model. Materials and methods: A dental manikin was used as the master model and compared with five gypsum models (g1) and five resin printed models (g2) by analyzing linear measurements at four sites (M1, M2, M3, and M4) using an image measuring instrument. The mean values of the experimental models were compared to those of the master model using one-sample t-test. The samples of each group at the same site were compared with an independent t-test. For all tests, a significance level of 5% (0.05) was considered. Results: The confidence intervals from M1, M2, and M4 sites for both gypsum and resin models presented statistically lower linear distance when compared to the reference values. At m3, the mean value for the gypsum models was not statistically different from the reference mean value (p > 0.05); however, resin-printed models presented a statistically different mean value (p < 0.05), as well as lower values of linear distance. Conclusions: When compared to gypsum models, resin- printed models differed greatly from the master model, indicating the need for standardizing the printing protocol, for its variables may influence printed models accuracy.


2020 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 34
Author(s):  
Khaled Beshtawi ◽  
Emad Qirresh ◽  
Mohamed Parker ◽  
Shoayeb Shaik

Objectives: To compare the linear measurements from digital panoramic (DP) radiographs and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) volumes for the localization of the mental foramen (MF). Material and Methods: Thirty-one patients with panoramic and CBCT radiographs depicted on the same machine were analyzed. The vertical and horizontal positions of the MF were compared by the differences in distances measured from reference points to the boundaries (tangents) of the MF in digital panoramic (DP) and CBCT reformatted panoramic (CRP) views. The vertical position of MF was also analyzed on CBCT oblique coronal views (CORO) and compared with its corresponding distances on DP and CRP views. Results: Statistically significant differences (P < 0.05) were found in all compared measurements between CRP and DP views. In addition, the vertical distance (Y1) compared between DP, CRP, and CORO views also showed a statistically significant measurement discrepancy in the mean distance (P < 0.000) with the highest mean difference of 1.59 mm (P < 0.05) was attained from Y1 (DP-CORO). Inter- and intra-examiner analysis indicated a high level of agreement for all measurements. Conclusion: The mean values of discrepancies in measurements between DP and CRP views for horizontal and vertical linear measurements were clinically tolerable. Nevertheless, significant differences in the vertical MF position were detected between the panoramic views (DP, CRP) and the coronal views (CORO). This implies that the use of coronal view measurements during implant planning might reduce the risk of neurovascular injuries.


2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 223-228
Author(s):  
Sanda Aamani ◽  
Hemanth M ◽  
Sharmada B K ◽  
Karthik J Kabbur ◽  
Goutham Kalladka

There is a lack of accurate three-dimensional studies to locate malar prominence for specified population, this study aims to locate the malar prominence using stable landmarks using CBCT. To derive a novel method to accurately locate the malar prominence and to assess and compare the malar prominence between males and females among Bangalore population using 3D CBCT study. All CBCT scans of study subjects belong to Bangalore population were collected from the pre-existing data available in Radiology imaging Solutions (CBCT centre), Bangalore during the period of September 10th to October 10th 2020. This is a descriptive study. A total of 42 subjects including 21 Males and 21 females were assessed using full skull CBCT scans which were converted to DICOM format and reconstructed into 3D images using NEMOCEPH 3D software. Landmarks used to locate the malar prominence were Fzs, Z, Zm and Ans. The intersection of these landmarks is considered to be as constructed maxillozygion(My). For the accuracy of the constructed Maxillozygion point (My), the distance between the actual Maxillozygion (Mzy) and constructed Maxillozygion (My) is measured and calculated between left and right halves of males and females. Three Orthogonal planes constructed were Midsagittal, Axial and Coronal Planes and the linear measurements with reference to all three reference planes in both the groups are measured. Student paired t- Test, Independent Student t Test, Mann Whitney Test. The mean distance from Mzy and my between right and left half of the face was compared using student paired t- Test. There is no significant difference (p=0.35).The mean values of the constructed anatomical landmark (maxillozygion) coordinated to three orthogonal planes between right and left sides of the face is compared using student paired T test and for both the genders (males and females) was compared using Independent Student t Test, and it is significantly higher in males as compared to females and it is statistically significant at (p=0.01). The location of malar prominence using CBCT by a novel method for Bangalore population is found which can be helpful in diagnosis and treatment planning for malar augmentation, camouflage treatment in subjects with midface deficiencies.


2014 ◽  
Vol 62 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-12
Author(s):  
Lorena Nielsen DAMASCENO ◽  
Roberta Tarkany BASTING

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to analyze the facial features of patients with Down syndrome, such as projection of the nose, projection and length of upper and lower lips, projection of soft pogonion and to compare them with the standardized analysis by Ayala and Gutierrez1. METHODS: The sample consisted of 20 patients with Down's Syndrome, between 8 and 13 years-old of both genders. The analysis was performed by one orthodontist, using lateral cephalograms and photography in natural head position. For statistical analysis, the mean values of linear measurements within a range of 95% were used. RESULTS: The mean (± standard deviation) showed a nasal projection of 10.1 mm (2.4), the upper and lower lip in front of the vertical reference line, subnasal and soft pogonion with a retrusion of 4.95 mm (4.6). The length of the upper lip showed a value of 20.2 mm (2.4) and the length of the lower lip of 42.5 mm (2.9). CONCLUSION: The facial analysis of patients with Down's Syndrome, compared with Ayala and Gutierrez1, showed smaller nasal projection, greater projection of the upper and lower lip, but lengths, and retrusion of the soft pogonion, similar to those of normal individuals


2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 608-614
Author(s):  
Mingqin Fan ◽  
Yun Ai ◽  
Wenjie Zhao ◽  
Yanni Sun ◽  
Jianli Liu ◽  
...  

Background: Biogenic Amines (BAs) are biologically active nitrogenous organic compounds of low molecular weight, which are frequently found in a wide variety of foods, beverages and herbs due to their toxic potential in humans. Male Silkworm Moth (MSM), a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been exploited and utilized as nutritious liquor based on its traditional effects in the Chinese community. Objective: The objective of this study was to develop an HPLC with Dns-Cl derivatization method for characterizing overall BAs in MSM and providing data for further evaluating its activities and safety profiles. Methods: The method has acceptable sensitivity, precision, accuracy, selectivity and recovery, and was successfully applied to the determination of the BAs contents in MSM for the first time. Results: In the analysis of 10 batches of MSM samples, serotonin and dopamine were not found in detectable concentrations in any samples, and the most abundant amine found was putrescine. The mean values of tryptamine, phenylethylamine, putrescine, cadaverine, histamine, tyramine, spermidine, and spermine determined in the samples were found to be 34.7 mg/ kg, 16.1 mg/ kg, 218.3 mg/ kg, 37.9 mg/ kg, 12.1 mg/ kg, 18.2 mg/ kg, 4.5mg/ kg, and 0.9 mg/ kg, respectively. Conclusion: The contents of BAs in 10 batches of MSM were below the maximum recommended limits, and MSM can be used safely.


2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 80-85
Author(s):  
Mangesh Bajracharya ◽  
B.K. Omar ◽  
S.K. Maharjan

Introduction: Crown diameters of a teeth are reasonably accurate predictors of sex and are good adjuncts for sex determinations. The aim of the study was to determine the reliability of mesiodistal width of mandibular canine in sexual dimorphism. Materials and methods: Medical students of Nepalgunj Medical College, Chisapani, Banke, Nepal were selected for data collection. Sample consisted of 300 subjects which included 150 males and 150 females of age group 18-25 years. The mesiodistal width of the mandibular right and left canine teeth were recorded by Vernier calliper. Descriptive statistical analysis was done from odontometric measurements data to calculate sexual dimorphism for mandibular right and left canine. The student t-test was used to determine the level of significance among the parameters measured. Results: The mean values for mesiodistal width of mandibular right canine for male and female subjects were 7.1665±0.28576 and 6.3777±0.37875 respectively. The sexual dimorphism for mandibular right canine was calculated to be 12.368%. The mean values for mesiodistal width of mandibular left canine for male and female subjects were 7.3875±0.35506 and 6.2847±0.41115 respectively. The sexual dimorphism for mandibular left canine was calculated to be 17.5%. Conclusion: Statistical analysis showed significant sexual dimorphism in odontometric analysis of permanent mandibular canines between male and female with the mandibular left canine showing the highest percentage.


2014 ◽  
Vol 42 (2) ◽  
pp. 223-229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md Almujaddade Alfasane ◽  
Md Sharif Ullah ◽  
Moniruzzaman Khondker

In lake Rainkhyongkain, water temperature, pH, conductivity and total dissolved solids (TDS) were recorded 33.5°C, 7.39, 308 ?S/cm and 49 mg/l, respectively. The mean values (n = 4) of dissolved oxygen content (DO), alkalinity, soluble reactive phosphorus (SRP), soluble reactive silicate (SRS) and NO3-N were 7.93 ± 0.78 mg/l, 1.70 ± 0.12 meq/l, 17.25 ± 0.62 ?g/l, 10.44 ± 0.72 mg/l and 34.00 ± 4.00 ?g/l, respectively. The phytoplankton biomass as chlorophyll a (chl a) was found very low (4.93 ± 0.51 ?g/l) with a phaeopigment concentration of 1.97 ± 0.51 ?g/l. A total of 16 phytoplankton taxa were recorded of which Cyclotella comensis (V. Keissler) Lemm. was dominant followed by Protoperidinium conicum (Gran) Balech, Coelosphaerium kuetzingianum Näg., Euglena spp. and Mallomonas paxillata Bardley. For the first time in Bangladesh Marchantia polymorpha L. var. aquatica Nees was found to grow in masses in the shallow littoral of the lake. Among the dominant macrophytes of the littoral, Nymphaea stellata Willd., Nymphoides indicum (L.) O. Kuntze and Monochoria hastata (L.) Solms were common. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjb.v42i2.18023 Bangladesh J. Bot. 42(2): 223-229, 2013 (December)


1987 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 225-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nigel E. Carter

Basic descriptive cephalometric data are presented for 30 individuals with untreated Class II Division 1 malocclusions, 15 males and 15 females. Two radiographs of each subject were examined, the mean age for the first being 12 years one month, and for the second 17 years five months, thus spanning the period during which orthodontic treatment is usually carried out. Mean values for 38 bony and dentoalveolar parameters were calculated, and the male and female groups were compared. There was a tendency on average to a mild skeletal II pattern, with mild mandibular retrognathism. The mean increase in many of the linear measurements in the males was up to three times that seen in the females, and the females had a more downwards and backwards pattern of mandibular growth rotation than the males.


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