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Animals ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jenny Yngvesson ◽  
Juan Rey Torres ◽  
Jasmine Lindholm ◽  
Annika Pättiniemi ◽  
Petra Andersson ◽  
...  

We compared welfare measures of horses among Swedish riding schools (RS) during winter where horses were kept either in group housing (n = 8) or in tie-stalls/boxes (n = 8), Health data for six previous months were obtained for all horses at each RS from their records. Ten horses per RS were examined, with the exception of one where only 8 horses were examined. Health conditions and body condition score (BCS) using the Henneke scale were recorded and management factors were quantified (health check routines, feeding, housing-related risk factors, time outside). RS-recorded health data (for 327 horses in total) revealed that lameness was the most common issue in both systems. Respiratory problems and colic were significantly more common in tie-stall/box horses. The percentage of horses with respiratory problems (mean ± SEM) was 5.8 ± 1.4 in tie-stall/box systems and 1.1 ± 0.8 in group housing (F = 8.65, p = 0.01). The percentage with colic was 2.38 ± 0.62 in tie-stall/box systems and 0.38 ± 0.26 in group housing (F = 8.62, p = 0.01). Clinical examination of 158 horses revealed 207 conditions in these horses, the most common being minor skin injuries in areas affected by tack (i.e., saddle and bridle, including bit). Such injuries tended to be more prevalent in horses housed in tie-stalls/boxes (1.8 ± 0.6) than in group housing (0.5 ± 0.3) (F=3.14, p = 0.01). BCS was similar between systems (tie-stall/box 6.2 ± 0.1, group 6.3 ± 0.1), but the average BCS exceeded the level that is considered optimal (BCS 4–6). In conclusion, we found that Swedish RS horses are generally in good health, particularly when group-housed. However, 25%–32% were overweight. Riding schools would thus benefit from having an independent feeding expert performing regular body condition scoring of all horses and advising on feeding regimens.


2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 148-153
Author(s):  
A Kumar ◽  
G Mahesh ◽  
R Mehta ◽  
S Pande ◽  
S Wadhwa ◽  
...  

ABSTRACT Aims and objectives To evaluate and compare the time dependent dimensional accuracy of polyvinyl siloxane impressions. Materials and methods A brass master die containing two identical posts simulating two complete crown tapered abutment preparation was served as a standardized master model. Impressions were made with polyvinyl siloxane materials (monophase and regular body) using a brass made custom tray. The impressions were poured at intervals of 75 min, 24 hours, 48 hours and 1 week, Interabutment and intraabutment distance were measured in the recovered stone dies using a profile projector with an accuracy of 0.001mm. Results Results of this study indicated that the casts made were dimensionally accurate and the polyvinyl siloxane silicones are dimensionally stable impressions for one week period. Conclusion Delayed pouring of the impressions at four different time periods did not significantly affect the accuracy of the casts produced.


2014 ◽  
Vol 71 (3) ◽  
pp. 251-258 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamara Sinobad ◽  
Kosovka Obradovic-Djuricic ◽  
Zoran Nikolic ◽  
Slobodan Dodic ◽  
Vojkan Lazic ◽  
...  

Background/Aim. Dimensional stability and accuracy of an impression after chemical disinfection by immersion in disinfectants are crucial for the accuracy of final prosthetic restorations. The aim of this study was to assess the deformation of addition and condensation silicone impressions after disinfection in antimicrobial solutions. Methods. A total of 120 impressions were made on the model of the upper arch representing three full metal-ceramic crown preparations. Four impression materials were used: two condensation silicones (Oranwash L - Zhermack and Xantopren L Blue - Heraeus Kulzer) and two addition silicones (Elite H-D + regular body - Zhermack and Flexitime correct flow - Heraeus Kulzer). After removal from the model the impressions were immediately immersed in appropriate disinfectant (gluta-raldehyde, benzalkonium chloride - Sterigum and 5.25% NaOCl) for a period of 10 min. The control group consisted of samples that were not treated with disinfectant solution. Consecutive measurements of identical impressions were realized with a Canon G9 (12 megapixels, 2 fps, 6x/24x), and automated with a computer Asus Lamborghini VX-2R Intel C2D 2.4 GHz, by using Remote Capture software package, so that time-depending series of images of the same impression were obtained. Results. The dimensional changes of all the samples were significant both as a function of time and the applied disinfectant. The results show significant differences of the obtained dimensional changes between the group of condensation silicones and the group of addition silicones for the same time, and the same applied disinfectant (p = 0.026, F = 3.95). Conclusion. The greatest dimensional changes of addition and condensation silicone impressions appear in the first hour after their separation from the model.


2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Homan Naeimi Akbar ◽  
Keyvan Moharamzadeh ◽  
Duncan J. Wood ◽  
Richard Van Noort

The aim of the present study was to compare the translucency of different shades of two highly aesthetic multilayered restorative composite resins. In total nine shades from Esthet.X and ten shades from Filtek Supreme composite resins were chosen. Discs of each shade were prepared (N=3) and light-cured. Total and diffuse transmittance values for each sample were measured. Statistical analysis showed that the opaque dentine shades of both composites were the least translucent and the enamel shades had the highest translucency. There was a significant decrease in translucency from A2 to C2 of regular body shades and also from A4 to C4 of opaque dentine shades of Esthet.X composite resin. Grey enamel shade had a significantly higher diffuse translucency compared to clear and yellow enamel shades. There was a significant decrease in translucency from A2B to D2B and also in diffuse translucency from A4D to C6D shades of Filtek Supreme composite resin. It can be concluded that the color of the composite resins tested in this study had a significant effect on their translucency. Information on the translucency of different shades of composite resins can be very useful for the clinicians in achieving optimal esthetic restorative outcome.


2009 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 995-1002
Author(s):  
Dongming Hong ◽  
Changli Yao ◽  
Yuanman Zheng ◽  
Wei Guo ◽  
Yao Luo

1991 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 75 ◽  
Author(s):  
PC Catling ◽  
LK Corbett ◽  
M Westcott

Growth curves were derived for captive known-age dingoes, Canis familiaris dingo, and their crosses with similarly sized domestic dogs, C. f. familiaris. Regular body measurements including weight and dried eye-lens weights were used. Age calibration curves and confidence limits were then produced to enable age estimation of animals of unknown birth date. Head length was the better predictor of age up to about 120 days, and eye-lens weight to about 500 days. The only difference in growth patterns in dingoes and crossbreeds from central and southern Australia was between sexes.


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