Pectus excavatum ­ Correção cirúrgica utilizando tala externa de poliuretano fabricada com tecnologia de impressão 3D / Pectus excavatum ­ Surgical correction, using polyurethane external splint made with 3D printing technology

Objetivou-se relatar o emprego de uma tala externa confeccionada com material de poliuretano e cobertura interna de neopreme na reparação cirúrgica do pectus excavatum em um felino jovem. O felino apresentava deformidade anatômica congênita na região do externo e sinais clínicos respiratórios. Imagens avançadas de tomografia foram utilizadas para moldar a tala impressa com tecnologia tridimensional. Esta alternativa possibilitou melhor planejamento cirúrgico e, com isso, conforto para o paciente, além da qualidade própria do material de poliuretano que é levemente maleável, o que permitiu melhor moldagem e expansão torácica durante a respiração. A tala se provou resistente o suficiente para suportar a tração ocasionada pelos fios de sutura e possibilitou o reposicionamento adequado do osso esterno ao mesmo tempo que se mostrou confortável e acarretou mínimas lesões ao paciente.

The aim of this paper was to report the use of an external splint made of polyurethane material and internal neopreme covering in the surgical repair of a pectus excavatum in a young feline. The feline exhibited a congenital anatomical deformity in the external region and clinical respiratory signs. Advanced CT images were used to shape the 3D-printed splint. This alternative allowed better surgical planning and, therefore, comfort for the patient, this because to the quality of the polyurethane material, which is slightly malleable, and allowed for better molding and chest expansion during breathing. The splint proved to be strong enough to withstand the traction caused by the suture threads and allowed the proper repositioning of the sternum, at the same time it was comfortable and caused minimal injuries to the patient.

A castor oil plant (Ricinus communis)-derived implant improves the biomechanical properties of noncritical bone defects

Purpose The biomechanical properties of the polyurethanes implant material derived from castor oil plant (Ricinus communis) were evaluated in a noncritical bone defect model in rat tibia. Methods After three weeks of the implant application, the tibias were tested by means of the biomechanical three-point flexion test and resistance, rigidity, energy at maximum load and maximum energy were evaluated. Nonparametric statistical analysis was performed. Results It was found that the group that received the implant behaved the same as the intact control group and also showed a significant increase in maximum load compared to the spontaneous repair group. Conclusions Our results indicate that the tibias with the implant material in a noncritical bone defect recover normal biomechanical parameters in less time than spontaneously.(AU)

Biodegradable oil-based polymeric coatings on urea fertilizer: N release kinetic transformations of urea in soil

Polymer coatings are used to control the rate of release of plant available nutrients from fertilizers as well as to reduce nutrient losses such as ammonia (NH3) volatilization. Although the literature presents several examples of materials used to coat urea, little is known about nitrogen (N) release properties such as the mechanism involved and phenomena (e.g., pore opening) in the polymer coating. Thus, this study investigated urea release from polyurethane (PU) derived from two renewable raw materials (castor oil and soybean oil), to explain how the oil structure and coating microstructure influence release and urea-N dynamics in soil. The results demonstrated that the profile of urea release and the urea-N mineralization in the soil could be controlled by altering the thickness of the coating on the urea granules. Coating by eco-friendly polymer was efficient in controlling urea release in soil to reduce volatilization of ammonia and increase the availability of N in the soil.

Biodegradable oil-based polymeric coatings on urea fertilizer: N release kinetic transformations of urea in soil

Polymer coatings are used to control the rate of release of plant available nutrients from fertilizers as well as to reduce nutrient losses such as ammonia (NH3) volatilization. Although the literature presents several examples of materials used to coat urea, little is known about nitrogen (N) release properties such as the mechanism involved and phenomena (e.g., pore opening) in the polymer coating. Thus, this study investigated urea release from polyurethane (PU) derived from two renewable raw materials (castor oil and soybean oil), to explain how the oil structure and coating microstructure influence release and urea-N dynamics in soil. The results demonstrated that the profile of urea release and the urea-N mineralization in the soil could be controlled by altering the thickness of the coating on the urea granules. Coating by eco-friendly polymer was efficient in controlling urea release in soil to reduce volatilization of ammonia and increase the availability of N in the soil.(AU)

Behavior study of the doped castor bean polymer rod with bioactive glass and hidroxyapatite in mice femur medullary canal

Purpose: To evaluate the polymer doped rods behavior with bioactive glass and hydroxyapatite for possible application as a fracture fixing method. Methods Twenty eight Rattus norvegicus Wistar underwent bone defect for access to the femoral medullary canal and distributed into three experimental groups: group A - doped castor bean polymer with bioactive glass; group B - castor bean polymer and; group C - castor bean polymer doped with bioactive glass and hydroxyapatite. After 15 and 60 evaluation days, the femurs were removed and sent for histology and scanning electron microscopy. Results Initially mild and moderate inflammatory infiltrate is observed that decreases as time goes by, and the presence of connective tissue capsule around the graft in all groups. Regarding the biomaterials resorption little was observed. The implanted rods did not favor the osteoconductive process in the femoral medullary canal which was observed only in the C15 group. Conclusions The association of castor bean polymer, bioactive glass and hydroxyapatite was biocompatible and osteointegrable. The osteoconductive only occurred in the presence of hydroxyapatite and bioactive glass (C15 Group) and little biodegradation was observed.(AU)

Mechanical analysis of transversal iliac fracture stabilization using dynamic compression plate or screws and PMM in polyurethane bone model / Avaliação mecânica de estabilização de fratura ilíaca transversa com placa de compressão dinâmica ou polimetilmecatrilato associado à parafusos utilizando modelo de osso sintético de poliuretano

Pelvic fractures correspond to 20 to 30 % of the fractures observed in dogs. Complete fractures, especially with bone axis deviation should be surgically treated. The mechanical study of surgical techniques is of utmost importance to assess the best way of treating these injuries. This study compared, biomechanically, the use of a dynamic compression plate (DCP) and screws (group 1) or screws and polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) (group 2) to stabilize an iliac fracture using a static test. Sixteen canine synthetic hemi-pelvises (test specimens) with a transverse iliac osteotomy were used. After fixation with implants, a load was applied to the acetabulum until failure. Group 1 maximal compressive load was 133.9±18.60 N, displacement at yield 21.10±3.59mm and stiffness 125.22±12.25N/mm. Group 2 maximal compressive load was 183.50±27.38N, displacement at yield 16.66±5.42mm and stiffness 215.68±33.34N/mm. The stabilization with polymethylmethacrylate was stronger than dynamic compression plate since it resisted a greater load in all test specimens.(AU)

As fraturas da pelve são frequentes em cães, correspondendo a 20-30% das fraturas encontradas na espécie. A grande maioria delas é tratada cirurgicamente, principalmente aquelas que apresentam desvio ósseo. O estudo mecânico das técnicas cirúrgicas é de extrema importância para avaliação da melhor maneira de tratamento destas lesões. O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar, do ponto de vista biomecânico, a fixação das fraturas do ílio utilizando uma placa de compressão dinâmica ou parafusos associados ao polimetilmetacrilato, por meio de um teste estático. Foram utilizadas 16 hemipelves caninas de origem sintética, nas quais uma osteotomia transversa foi realizada no corpo do ílio. As fixações foram divididas em dois grupos: fixação com placa de compressão dinâmica e parafusos (grupo1) ou parafusos associados ao polimetilmetacrilato (grupo 2). Posteriormente à fixação dos implantes foi aplicada uma carga no acetábulo de cada corpo de prova até a falha. O grupo 2 apresentou força máxima de aplicação de carga a média de 133.9±18.60N, deflexão 21.10±3.59mm e rigidez 125.22±12.25N/mm. O grupo 2 apresentou força máxima de aplicação de carga a média de 183.50±27.38N, deflexão 16.66±5.42mm e rigidez 215.68±33.34N/mm. A estabilização com o polimetilmetacrilato mostrou ser mais resistente, pois resistiu a uma maior quantidade de carga em relação à placa de compressão dinâmica, em todos os corpos de prova.(AU)

Mechanical analysis of transversal iliac fracture stabilization using dynamic compression plate or screws and PMM in polyurethane bone model / Avaliação mecânica de estabilização de fratura ilíaca transversa com placa de compressão dinâmica ou polimetilmecatrilato associado à parafusos utilizando modelo de osso sintético de poliuretano

Pelvic fractures correspond to 20 to 30 % of the fractures observed in dogs. Complete fractures, especially with bone axis deviation should be surgically treated. The mechanical study of surgical techniques is of utmost importance to assess the best way of treating these injuries. This study compared, biomechanically, the use of a dynamic compression plate (DCP) and screws (group 1) or screws and polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) (group 2) to stabilize an iliac fracture using a static test. Sixteen canine synthetic hemi-pelvises (test specimens) with a transverse iliac osteotomy were used. After fixation with implants, a load was applied to the acetabulum until failure. Group 1 maximal compressive load was 133.9±18.60 N, displacement at yield 21.10±3.59mm and stiffness 125.22±12.25N/mm. Group 2 maximal compressive load was 183.50±27.38N, displacement at yield 16.66±5.42mm and stiffness 215.68±33.34N/mm. The stabilization with polymethylmethacrylate was stronger than dynamic compression plate since it resisted a greater load in all test specimens.(AU)

As fraturas da pelve são frequentes em cães, correspondendo a 20-30% das fraturas encontradas na espécie. A grande maioria delas é tratada cirurgicamente, principalmente aquelas que apresentam desvio ósseo. O estudo mecânico das técnicas cirúrgicas é de extrema importância para avaliação da melhor maneira de tratamento destas lesões. O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar, do ponto de vista biomecânico, a fixação das fraturas do ílio utilizando uma placa de compressão dinâmica ou parafusos associados ao polimetilmetacrilato, por meio de um teste estático. Foram utilizadas 16 hemipelves caninas de origem sintética, nas quais uma osteotomia transversa foi realizada no corpo do ílio. As fixações foram divididas em dois grupos: fixação com placa de compressão dinâmica e parafusos (grupo1) ou parafusos associados ao polimetilmetacrilato (grupo 2). Posteriormente à fixação dos implantes foi aplicada uma carga no acetábulo de cada corpo de prova até a falha. O grupo 2 apresentou força máxima de aplicação de carga a média de 133.9±18.60N, deflexão 21.10±3.59mm e rigidez 125.22±12.25N/mm. O grupo 2 apresentou força máxima de aplicação de carga a média de 183.50±27.38N, deflexão 16.66±5.42mm e rigidez 215.68±33.34N/mm. A estabilização com o polimetilmetacrilato mostrou ser mais resistente, pois resistiu a uma maior quantidade de carga em relação à placa de compressão dinâmica, em todos os corpos de prova.(AU)

Histological evaluation of capsules formed by silicon implants coated with polyurethane foam and with a textured surface in rats

PURPOSE:To assess the capsules formed by silicone implants coated with polyurethane foam and with a textured surface.METHODS:Sixty-four Wistar albinus rats were divided into two groups of 32 each using polyurethane foam and textured surface. The capsules around the implants were analyzed for 30, 50, 70 and 90 days. Were analyzed the following parameters: foreign body reaction, granulation tissue, presence of myofibroblasts, neoangiogenesis, presence of synovial metaplasia, capsular thickness, total area and collagen percentage of type I and III, in capsules formed around silicone implants in both groups.RESULTS:The foreign body reaction was only present in the four polyurethane subgroups. The formation of granulation tissue and the presence of myofibroblasts were higher in the four polyurethane subgroups. Regarding to neoangiogenesis and synovial metaplasia, there was no statistical difference between the groups. Polyurethane group presented (all subgroups) a greater capsule thickness, a smaller total area and collagen percentage of type I and a higher percentage area of type III, with statistical difference.CONCLUSION:The use of polyurethane-coated implants should be stimulated by the long-term results in a more stable capsule and a lower incidence of capsular contracture, despite developing a more intense and delayed inflammatory reaction in relation to implants with textured surface.(AU)

Biodegradation of cypermethrin by immobilized cells of Micrococcus sp. strain CPN 1

Pyrethroid pesticide cypermethrin is a environmental pollutant because of its widespread use, toxicity and persistence. Biodegradation of such chemicals by microorganisms may provide an cost-effective method for their detoxification. We have investigated the degradation of cypermethrin by immobilized cells of Micrococcus sp. strain CPN 1 in various matrices such as, polyurethane foam (PUF), polyacrylamide, sodium alginate and agar. The optimum temperature and pH for the degradation of cypermethrin by immobilized cells of Micrococcus sp. were found to be 30 °C and 7.0, respectively. The rate of degradation of 10 and 20 mM of cypermethrin by freely suspended cells were compared with that of immobilized cells in batches and semi-continuous with shaken cultures. PUF-immobilized cells showed higher degradation of cypermethrin (10 mM and 20 mM) than freely suspended cells and cells immobilized in other matrices. The PUF-immobilized cells of Micrococcus sp. strain CPN 1 were retain their degradation capacity. Thus, they can be reused for more than 32 cycles, without losing their degradation capacity. Hence, the PUF-immobilized cells of Micrococcus sp. could potentially be used in the bioremediation of cypermethrin contaminated water..(AU)

Thermographic assessment of the inflammatory response following castor oil polymer implantation in experimental third metacarpal bone defects in horses / Uso da termografia para avaliação da resposta tecidual após implante de polímero a base de poliuretana de mamona em osso III metacarpiano de equinos

Background: Thermography is a diagnostic imaging modality employed to estimate the degree of activity of some bodytissues. In theory, thermography would be expected to provide a graphical representation of inflammation and could therefore be used for early detection and monitoring of the inflammatory process. Given increased local temperature is one ofthe cardinal signs of inflammation, thermography could be an invaluable diagnostic method for musculoskeletal inflammatory conditions. The aim of this study was to investigate the ability of thermography to detect inflammation followingimplantation of ricin polyurethane polymer into experimental third metacarpal bone defects in horses.Materials, Methods & Results: A bone defect was produced in the proximal third of the metacarpal bone in 6 horses.Clinical examination of all horses was performed prior to surgery (control assessment; D0). A bone defect measuring13 mm in diameter was created in the proximal aspect of the left and right third metacarpal bones using a trephine saw.Bone defects in each horse were either filled with ricin polyurethane polymer and calcium carbonate (polymer limb) orleft untreated (control limb). Thermographic images were acquired 7, 15, 30, 60, 90 and 120 days following surgery. Athermal camera (Thermacam T400®) with 0.05°C thermal sensitivity was employed for infrared thermal image acquisitionand Rainbow High Contrast palette was selected. The distance between the camera and the subjects was adjusted so thatall images included the front limb from carpus to toe. Bandages were removed 30 min before data collection. Followingdemarcation of the proximal third metacarpal area on thermographic images, temperature readings were performed using built-in software and compared between polymer and control limbs. Mean temperatures were used in the analysis forincreased reliability. The Freidman test was employed to assess the progression of the variables studied along the experimental...(AU)

Thermographic assessment of the inflammatory response following castor oil polymer implantation in experimental third metacarpal bone defects in horses / Uso da termografia para avaliação da resposta tecidual após implante de polímero a base de poliuretana de mamona em osso III metacarpiano de equinos

Background: Thermography is a diagnostic imaging modality employed to estimate the degree of activity of some bodytissues. In theory, thermography would be expected to provide a graphical representation of inflammation and could therefore be used for early detection and monitoring of the inflammatory process. Given increased local temperature is one ofthe cardinal signs of inflammation, thermography could be an invaluable diagnostic method for musculoskeletal inflammatory conditions. The aim of this study was to investigate the ability of thermography to detect inflammation followingimplantation of ricin polyurethane polymer into experimental third metacarpal bone defects in horses.Materials, Methods & Results: A bone defect was produced in the proximal third of the metacarpal bone in 6 horses.Clinical examination of all horses was performed prior to surgery (control assessment; D0). A bone defect measuring13 mm in diameter was created in the proximal aspect of the left and right third metacarpal bones using a trephine saw.Bone defects in each horse were either filled with ricin polyurethane polymer and calcium carbonate (polymer limb) orleft untreated (control limb). Thermographic images were acquired 7, 15, 30, 60, 90 and 120 days following surgery. Athermal camera (Thermacam T400®) with 0.05°C thermal sensitivity was employed for infrared thermal image acquisitionand Rainbow High Contrast palette was selected. The distance between the camera and the subjects was adjusted so thatall images included the front limb from carpus to toe. Bandages were removed 30 min before data collection. Followingdemarcation of the proximal third metacarpal area on thermographic images, temperature readings were performed using built-in software and compared between polymer and control limbs. Mean temperatures were used in the analysis forincreased reliability. The Freidman test was employed to assess the progression of the variables studied along the experimental...

Castor oil polyurethane containing silica nanoparticles as filling material of bone defect in rats / Poliuretana de mamona contendo nanopartículas de sílica como material de preenchimento de defeito ósseo em ratos

PURPOSE: To evaluate the biologic behavior of the castor polymer containing silica nanoparticles as a bone substitute in diafisary defect. METHODS: Twenty seven male rattus norvegicus albinus wistar lineage were submitted to bone defect filled with castor oil polymer. Three experimental groups had been formed with nine animals each: (1) castor oil polymer containing only calcium carbonate; (2) castor oil polymer with calcium carbonate and doped with 5 percent of silica nanoparticles; (3) castor polymer with calcium carbonate doped with 10 percent of silica nanoparticles; 3 animals of each group were submitted to euthanasia 15, 30 and 60 days after experimental procedure, and their femurs were removed to histological evaluation. RESULTS: there was bone growth in all the studied groups, with a greater tendency of growth in the group 1. After 30 days all the groups presented similar results. After 60 days a greater amount of fibroblasts, osteoblasts, osteocytes and osteoclasts in group 3 was observed, with integrated activity of 3 kinds of cells involved in the bone activation-reabsorption-formation. CONCLUSIONS: The castor polymer associated to the silica nanoparticles is biocompatible and allows osteoconduction. The presence of osteoprogenitors cells suggests silica osteoinduction capacity.(AU)

OBJETIVO: Avaliar o comportamento biológico do polímero de mamona contendo nanopartículas de sílica como substituto ósseo. MÉTODOS: Vinte e sete rattus norvergicus albinus, Wistar foram submetidos a defeito ósseo preenchido com polímero de mamona. Foram formados três grupos experimentais, com nove ratos cada: (1) Polímero com carbonato de cálcio; (2) Polímero com carbonato de cálcio dopado com 5 por cento de nanopartículas de sílica; (3) Polímero com carbonato de cálcio dopado com 10 por cento de nanopartículas de sílica; três animais de cada grupo foram submetidos à eutanásia 15, 30 e 60 dias após o procedimento experimental e os fêmures removidos e submetidos à avaliação histológica. RESULTADOS: Houve crescimento ósseo em todos os grupos estudados, com maior tendência de crescimento no grupo contendo polímero de mamona acrescido apenas por carbonato de cálcio. Aos 30 dias, todos os grupos apresentaram resultados semelhantes. Aos 60 dias, notou-se maior presença de fibroblastos, osteoblastos, osteócitos e osteoclastos no grupo 3, com persistência da atividade integrada dos três tipos de células envolvidas no processo de ativação-reabsorção-formação óssea. CONCLUSÕES: O polímero de mamona associado com nanopartículas de sílica é biocompatível e permite a osteocondução. A presença de células osteoprogenitoras nos implantes contendo 10 por cento de sílica indica sua capacidade osteoindutora.(AU)

Histopathological reaction over prosthesis surface covered with silicone and polyurethane foam implanted in rats / Reação histopatológica sobre a superfície de próteses cobertas por espuma de silicone e poliuretano implantadas em ratos

PURPOSES: To evaluate whether polyurethane foam leads more intense foreign-body reaction than silicone foam. To compare the vascularization of the capsules surrounding the foam implants. To investigate if the capsule of polyurethane foam implanted has greater amount of collagen than that of silicone foam. METHODS: Sixty-four young male Wistar rats were allocated into two groups: polyurethane foam and silicone foam. Subcutaneous discs were implanted into the dorsum of the animals in both groups. The capsules were assessed 28 days, two months, three months and six months postoperatively. Microscopic analysis with H&E stain was performed to evaluate the acute and chronic inflammatory process, foreign-body reaction and neovascularization. The analysis with picrosirius red was performed using the ImageProPlus software, to measure the number of vessels and collagen types I and III. RESULTS: There were no statistical differences between the two groups regarding the acute and chronic inflammatory processes. All rats from the polyurethane group, in all times, exhibited moderate or intense foreign-body reaction, with statistic significant difference (p=0.046) when compared with the silicone group, in which the reaction was either mild or nonexistent at two months. Vascular proliferation was significantly different between the groups at 28 days (p=0.0002), with the polyurethane group displaying greater neovascularization with H&E stain. Similar results were obtained with picrosirius red, which revealed in the polyurethane group a much greater number of vessels than in the silicone group (p=0.001). The collagen area was larger in the polyurethane group, significantly at 28 days (p=0.001) and at two months (p=0.030). CONCLUSIONS: Polyurethane foam elicited more intense foreign-body reaction when compared with silicone foam. The number of vessels was higher in the capsules of the polyurethane foam implants 28 days after the operation. The capsule of the polyurethane foam implants showed a greater amount of collagen than that of the silicone foam implants.(AU)

OBJETIVOS: Avaliar, em relação ao uso de próteses, se a espuma de poliuretano apresenta maior reação de corpo estranho no organismo ao ser comparada com a espuma de silicone. Se há diferenças na vascularização das cápsulas formada ao redor das duas espumas implantadas. Se as cápsulas dos implantes de espuma de poliuretano apresentam quantidade maior de fibras colágenas ao serem comparadas com as da espuma de silicone. MÉTODOS: Utilizou-se 64 ratos albinos da linhagem Wistar, distribuídos em dois grupos de 34, grupo espuma de poliuretano e grupo espuma de silicone e receberam implantes discóides subcutâneos em seu dorso. Foram analisadas as cápsulas peri-implante com 28 dias, dois, três e seis meses após a introdução. A análise microscópica com H&E considerou as variáveis: inflamação aguda, inflamação crônica, reação de corpo estranho e neoformação vascular. A análise da coloração com picrosirius-red usando ImageProPlus considerou o número de vasos e colágeno tipo I e tipo III. RESULTADOS: Em relação à inflamação aguda e crônica, não foram encontradas diferenças estatísticas nos dois grupos. Todos os animais do grupo poliuretano, em todos os momentos, apresentaram reação de corpo estranho moderada ou intensa e foi encontrada diferença estatística significativa (p=0,046) ao serem comparados com o grupo silicone, cuja reação era ausente ou discreta aos dois meses. A neoformação vascular apresentou diferenças significativas nos dois grupos, aos 28 dias (p=0,0002); o grupo poliuretano com H&E apresentava quantidade maior de vasos neoformados e o mesmo ocorrendo com o picrosirius, cujo número de vasos era maior que no grupo silicone (p=0,001). A área de colágeno em todos os momentos foi maior no grupo poliuretano, sendo significativa com 28 dias (p=0,001) e com dois meses (p=0,030). CONCLUSÕES: A espuma de poliuretano apresentou maior reação de corpo estranho no organismo do que a espuma de silicone. A quantidade de vasos foi maior na cápsula da espuma de poliuretano com 28 dias após o implante. Aos 28 dias as cápsulas dos implantes de espuma de poliuretano apresentaram quantidade significativamente maior de colágeno do que as de espuma de silicone.(AU)

Propriedades mecânicas do cimento ósseo e da poliuretana de mamona com e sem catalisador / Mechanical properties of bone cement and castor oil-based polyurethane with and without a catalyst

Avaliou-se o comportamento mecânico do polímero de mamona, tendo por variáveis o tempo de produção e a presença de catalisador, e utilizando como padrão comparativo o cimento ósseo (polimetilmetacrilato). Foram estabelecidos três grupos experimentais, de acordo com o tipo de corpo de prova (cilindro ou barra) e polímero utilizado, que foram posteriormente subdivididos em subgrupos conforme o tempo após produção, ou seja, 24, 48 e 72 horas. O ensaio de compressão analisou a carga máxima e a tensão e o ensaio de dobramento estudou o módulo de dobramento e a resistência. Estatisticamente não houve diferenças nos valores de resistência à compressão ou ao dobramento às 24, 48 e 72 horas após a produção do polimetilmetacrilato e da poliuretana, com ou sem catalisador. A poliuretana com catalisador foi a mais resistente nos ensaios de compressão, apresentando módulo de dobramento semelhante ao do polimetilmetacrilato e resistência ao dobramento superior à da poliuretana sem catalisador. Conclui-se que: o tempo não alterou as propriedades mecânicas dos compósitos avaliados; o catalisador melhorou o desempenho mecânico da poliuretana de mamona; na resistência mecânica à compressão, a poliuretana com catalisador suportou mais carga que o polimetilmetacrilato.(AU)

The mechanical properties of castor oil-based polyurethane was evaluated considering post-production time and the presence of a catalyst as variables and using bone cement (polymethylmetacrylate) as a comparative pattern. According to proof body type (cylinders or bars) and the used polymer, three experimental groups were established. Such groups were later subdivided according to post-production time, namely, 24, 48, and 72 hours. A compression assay analyzed maximum load and tension, and a folding assay evaluated the folding module and resistance. There were no statistical differences in the values for resistance to compression or folding at 24, 48, and 72 hours after the production of polymethylmetacrylate and polyurethane with or without a catalyst. Castor oil-based polyurethane with a catalyst showed to be the most resistant during the compression assays as its folding module was similar to that of polymethylmetacrylate, and its folding resistance was higher than that of polyurethane without a catalyst. In conclusion, time did not change the mechanical properties of the evaluated composites; the catalyst improved the mechanical performance of castor oil-based polyurethane; castor oil-based polyurethane with a catalyst supported more load during the assay for mechanical resistance to compression than did polymethylmetacrylate.(AU)

Histological study on acute inflammatory reaction to polyurethane-coated silicone implants in rats / Estudo histológico da reação inflamatória aguda ao implante de silicone revestido com poliuretano em ratos

PURPOSE: Evaluating histologically the silicone peri-implant coated by polyurethane inflammation associated to the use of anti-microbial and bacterial contamination. METHODS: It was used 35 Wistar rats. The animals were divided in seven groups: I - Control; II - implant cavity contamination with10 bacteria/ml; III - implant cavity contamination with 10 bacteria/ml; IV - implant cavity contamination with 10 bacteria/ml; V - identical contamination to group II and implant immersions in anti-microbial solution; VI - identical contamination in group III and implant immersions in the anti-microbial solution; VII - identical contamination of group IV and implant immersions in anti-microbial solution. It was evaluated morphometrically the peri-implant capsules after 30 days of introduction. RESULTS: The factors with more discriminating power were the giants cells of a strange body and the mononuclear. There was no correlation between the bacterial concentrations and the histological alterations. CONCLUSION: 1) The histological standard of the inflammatory reaction around the silicone implant coated with polyurethan is chronic granulomatosis type of a strange body; 2) There isnït correlation between concentration of Staphylococcus epidermidis and histological changes; 3) The use of anti-microbial solution decreased the mononuclear cell reactions, with the increase of giant cells in a strange body.(AU)

OBJETIVO: Avaliar, histologicamente, a reação inflamatória aos implantes de silicone revestidos por poliuretano, com contaminação bacteriana, associada ou não ao uso de antimicrobianos. MÉTODOS: Utilizou-se 35 ratos Wistar. Os animais foram divididos em 7 grupos: I- Controle, II- contaminação da cavidade do implante com 10Õ bactérias/ml, III- contaminação da cavidade do implante com 10³ bactérias/ml, IV- contaminação da cavidade do implante com 10(5) bactérias/ml, V- contaminação idêntica ao grupo II e imersão dos implantes em solução antimicrobiana, VI- contaminação idêntica do grupo III e imersão dos implantes em solução antimicrobiana, VII- contaminação idêntica do grupo IV e imersão dos implantes em solução antimicrobiana. Avaliou-se morfometricamente as cápsulas peri-implantes após 30 dias da introdução. RESULTADOS: Os fatores com maior poder discriminante foram as células gigantes de corpo estranho e os mononucleares. Não houve correlação entre as concentrações bacterianas e as alterações histológicas. CONCLUSÕES: 1) O padrão histológico da reação inflamatória ao redor dos implantes de silicone revestidos com poliuretano é do tipo crônica granulomatosa de corpo estranho; 2) Não há correlação entre a concentração de bactérias Staphylococcus epidermidis e as alterações morfométricas; 3) O uso de solução antimicrobiana diminui a reação de células mononucleares, com aumento de células gigantes de corpo estranho.(AU)

Painel portante estrutural com chapa de partículas de bagaço de cana-de-açúcar e resina de mamona para centro de manejo bovino / Structural self-bearing panel with sugarcane particleboards and castor oil resin for cattle handling facilities

O presente trabalho teve por objetivo ajustar um processo para fabricação de chapas de partículas de bagaço de cana-de-açúcar e resina poliuretana bi componente à base de óleo de mamona, avaliar tecnicamente as propriedades físico-mecânicas, micro estrutural e de durabilidade desse material e validar seu uso como componente de painel portante para uso como fechamento lateral de instalações zootécnicas para bovino. A qualidade das chapas foi avaliada com base nas prescrições dos documentos normativos NBR 14810 (2006) e ANSI A208.1 (1999). Foram fabricados chapas com partículas com dimensão de até 5 e 8 mm, a fim de identificar a dimensão adequada dessa matéria-prima, para a aplicação das chapas na composição do painel portante. Posteriormente, foi desenvolvido e fabricado um protótipo de painel portante em madeira de reflorestamento e chapas de partículas de bagaço de cana-de-açúcar, que teve seu desempenho estrutural avaliado por meio de ensaio de impacto de corpo-mole. Os resultados obtidos indicam que as chapas com partículas de dimensão de até 8 mm apresentaram valores de propriedades físico-mecânicas que atendem as recomendações mínimas dos documentos normativos para uso estrutural. O painel portante apresentou desempenho estrutural adequado para resistir às cargas de impacto nas condições de uso, sendo possível indicá-lo com alternativa para fechamento lateral em centro de manejo para bovinos

The objective of this study was to adjust a process for the manufacture of particleboards of sugarcane bagasse and bi-component polyurethane resin a base of castor oil, toevaluate its physic-mechanical properties, microstructure and durability of this material and to validate its use as component of self-bearing panel for use as a lateral closure of zootechnics installations for cattle. The particleboard quality was evaluated based on the requirements of normative documents NBR 14810 (2006) and ANSI A208.1 (1999). Particleboards were manufactured with particles size up to 8 and 5 mm, to identify the appropriate size of the raw material forthe application in particleboards for composition of the self-bearing panel. Then, a prototype ofself-bearing panel in reforestation wood and sugarcane particleboards it was developed and manufactured, which had its structural performance evaluated by soft body impact test. The results indicate that particleboards with particles size up to 8 mm showed values of physical-mechanical properties that met the minimum recommendations of the normative documents for structural use. The self-bearing panel showed adequate structural performance to withstand impact loads under the conditions of use and it can be designate asan alternative to closing side of cattle handling facilities

Painel portante estrutural com chapa de partículas de bagaço de cana-de-açúcar e resina de mamona para centro de manejo bovino / Structural self-bearing panel with sugarcane particleboards and castor oil resin for cattle handling facilities

O presente trabalho teve por objetivo ajustar um processo para fabricação de chapas de partículas de bagaço de cana-de-açúcar e resina poliuretana bi componente à base de óleo de mamona, avaliar tecnicamente as propriedades físico-mecânicas, micro estrutural e de durabilidade desse material e validar seu uso como componente de painel portante para uso como fechamento lateral de instalações zootécnicas para bovino. A qualidade das chapas foi avaliada com base nas prescrições dos documentos normativos NBR 14810 (2006) e ANSI A208.1 (1999). Foram fabricados chapas com partículas com dimensão de até 5 e 8 mm, a fim de identificar a dimensão adequada dessa matéria-prima, para a aplicação das chapas na composição do painel portante. Posteriormente, foi desenvolvido e fabricado um protótipo de painel portante em madeira de reflorestamento e chapas de partículas de bagaço de cana-de-açúcar, que teve seu desempenho estrutural avaliado por meio de ensaio de impacto de corpo-mole. Os resultados obtidos indicam que as chapas com partículas de dimensão de até 8 mm apresentaram valores de propriedades físico-mecânicas que atendem as recomendações mínimas dos documentos normativos para uso estrutural. O painel portante apresentou desempenho estrutural adequado para resistir às cargas de impacto nas condições de uso, sendo possível indicá-lo com alternativa para fechamento lateral em centro de manejo para bovinos (AU)

The objective of this study was to adjust a process for the manufacture of particleboards of sugarcane bagasse and bi-component polyurethane resin a base of castor oil, toevaluate its physic-mechanical properties, microstructure and durability of this material and to validate its use as component of self-bearing panel for use as a lateral closure of zootechnics installations for cattle. The particleboard quality was evaluated based on the requirements of normative documents NBR 14810 (2006) and ANSI A208.1 (1999). Particleboards were manufactured with particles size up to 8 and 5 mm, to identify the appropriate size of the raw material forthe application in particleboards for composition of the self-bearing panel. Then, a prototype ofself-bearing panel in reforestation wood and sugarcane particleboards it was developed and manufactured, which had its structural performance evaluated by soft body impact test. The results indicate that particleboards with particles size up to 8 mm showed values of physical-mechanical properties that met the minimum recommendations of the normative documents for structural use. The self-bearing panel showed adequate structural performance to withstand impact loads under the conditions of use and it can be designate asan alternative to closing side of cattle handling facilities (AU)

Avaliação da resistência mecânica à compressão axial de diferentes formulações de poliuretana de mamona com carbonato de cálcio e de quitosana com fosfato de cálcio / Biomechanical strengh evaluation of two different formulas of castor oil polyurethane with calcium carbonate and chitosan with calcium phosphate

As fraturas em equinos são responsáveis por grande prejuízo financeiro devido às dificuldades encontradas para instituir seu tratamento nessa espécie, principalmente em animais adultos. Entre as dificuldades técnicas no tratamento de fraturas em equinos estão a alta resistência óssea, que acarreta fraturas com grande transmissão de energia, e a escassez de materiais e técnicas de osteossíntese específicos para a espécie, gerando mau prognóstico em muitos casos. [...] O objetivo desse estudo foi avaliar as propriedades biomecânicas de dois biopolímeros a poliuretana de mamona com carbonato de cálcio e uma formulação de quitosana com fosfato de cálcio. Foram preparadas duas formulações diferentes de cada biopolímero, em corpos de prova cilíndricos de 12 mm de comprimento e 6 mm de diâmetro, sendo: poliuretana de mamona porosa e compacta, e quitosana com secagem a 38 e 60 graus Celsius. Essas formulações foram submetidas a ensaios compressivos nos momentos 3, 24, 48 e 72 horas após o preparo e avaliadas quanto sua resistência à compressão, deformação relativa e módulo de elasticidade. A poliuretana de mamona compacta apresentou o maior valor de resistência à compressão (45,805 N/mm2) após 48 horas. A fórmula de quitosana com secagem a 38oC apresentou a menor deformação relativa (3,952 %) após 72 horas de preparo e o maior valor de módulo de elasticidade encontrado foi na poliuretana de mamona compacta após 72 horas (1354,284 N/mm2). Sendo assim a poliuretana de mamona compacta apresenta maior resistência à compressão do que o osso esponjoso de terceiro metacarpiano equino e semelhante aos substitutos ósseos comerciais mais resistentes. A fórmula de quitosana 38oC apresentou valores similares aos observados no osso esponjoso equino. Podemos concluir com esses dados que a poliuretana de mamona compacta e a fórmula de quitosana 38oC apresentam características biomecânicas desejáveis nos materiais para enxerto ósseo

Equine fractures are responsible for great economic losses due to difficulties in establishing their treatment, mainly regarding adult animals. Among technical difficulties faced in the equine fractures treatment, there are high bone strenght, which results in high energy fractures and the lack of materials and specific osteosynthesis techniques for the specimen, resulting bad prognostic in many cases. [...] The target of this study was to evaluate biomechanic properties of two biopolymers, a castor oil polyurethane with calcium carbonate and a formulation of chitosan with calcium phosphate. Two different formulations of each biopolymer were prepared, in cilindric parts of 12mm lenght and 6mm diameter: porous and compact castor oil polyurethane, and chitosan drying at 38oC and 60oC. These formulations were submitted to compressed tests at 3, 24 and 72 hours after preparation and evaluated for compressive strenght, relative deformation and modulus of elasticity. The compact castor oil polyurethane presented greater compressive value (45,805 N/mm2) after 48 hours. Chitosan formulation drying at 38oC presented lower relative deformation (3,952%) 72 hours after prepared, and the highest value for modulus of elasticity found was compact castor oil polyurethane after 72 hours (1354,284 N/mm2). Thus, compact castor oil polyurethane presents higher compressive strenght than trabecular bone of the third equine metacarpal and similar to strenghter comercial bone grafts. The formulation chitosan 38oC presented similar values to those observed in equine trabecular bone. With these data, we can conclude that the compact castor oil polyurethane and the formulation of chitosan 38oC present desirable biomechanic characteristics in materials for bone grafts

Avaliação da resistência mecânica à compressão axial de diferentes formulações de poliuretana de mamona com carbonato de cálcio e de quitosana com fosfato de cálcio / Biomechanical strengh evaluation of two different formulas of castor oil polyurethane with calcium carbonate and chitosan with calcium phosphate

As fraturas em equinos são responsáveis por grande prejuízo financeiro devido às dificuldades encontradas para instituir seu tratamento nessa espécie, principalmente em animais adultos. Entre as dificuldades técnicas no tratamento de fraturas em equinos estão a alta resistência óssea, que acarreta fraturas com grande transmissão de energia, e a escassez de materiais e técnicas de osteossíntese específicos para a espécie, gerando mau prognóstico em muitos casos. [...] O objetivo desse estudo foi avaliar as propriedades biomecânicas de dois biopolímeros a poliuretana de mamona com carbonato de cálcio e uma formulação de quitosana com fosfato de cálcio. Foram preparadas duas formulações diferentes de cada biopolímero, em corpos de prova cilíndricos de 12 mm de comprimento e 6 mm de diâmetro, sendo: poliuretana de mamona porosa e compacta, e quitosana com secagem a 38 e 60 graus Celsius. Essas formulações foram submetidas a ensaios compressivos nos momentos 3, 24, 48 e 72 horas após o preparo e avaliadas quanto sua resistência à compressão, deformação relativa e módulo de elasticidade. A poliuretana de mamona compacta apresentou o maior valor de resistência à compressão (45,805 N/mm2) após 48 horas. A fórmula de quitosana com secagem a 38oC apresentou a menor deformação relativa (3,952 %) após 72 horas de preparo e o maior valor de módulo de elasticidade encontrado foi na poliuretana de mamona compacta após 72 horas (1354,284 N/mm2). Sendo assim a poliuretana de mamona compacta apresenta maior resistência à compressão do que o osso esponjoso de terceiro metacarpiano equino e semelhante aos substitutos ósseos comerciais mais resistentes. A fórmula de quitosana 38oC apresentou valores similares aos observados no osso esponjoso equino. Podemos concluir com esses dados que a poliuretana de mamona compacta e a fórmula de quitosana 38oC apresentam características biomecânicas desejáveis nos materiais para enxerto ósseo (AU)

Equine fractures are responsible for great economic losses due to difficulties in establishing their treatment, mainly regarding adult animals. Among technical difficulties faced in the equine fractures treatment, there are high bone strenght, which results in high energy fractures and the lack of materials and specific osteosynthesis techniques for the specimen, resulting bad prognostic in many cases. [...] The target of this study was to evaluate biomechanic properties of two biopolymers, a castor oil polyurethane with calcium carbonate and a formulation of chitosan with calcium phosphate. Two different formulations of each biopolymer were prepared, in cilindric parts of 12mm lenght and 6mm diameter: porous and compact castor oil polyurethane, and chitosan drying at 38oC and 60oC. These formulations were submitted to compressed tests at 3, 24 and 72 hours after preparation and evaluated for compressive strenght, relative deformation and modulus of elasticity. The compact castor oil polyurethane presented greater compressive value (45,805 N/mm2) after 48 hours. Chitosan formulation drying at 38oC presented lower relative deformation (3,952%) 72 hours after prepared, and the highest value for modulus of elasticity found was compact castor oil polyurethane after 72 hours (1354,284 N/mm2). Thus, compact castor oil polyurethane presents higher compressive strenght than trabecular bone of the third equine metacarpal and similar to strenghter comercial bone grafts. The formulation chitosan 38oC presented similar values to those observed in equine trabecular bone. With these data, we can conclude that the compact castor oil polyurethane and the formulation of chitosan 38oC present desirable biomechanic characteristics in materials for bone grafts (AU)

Morphology of autogenous bone graft and castor oil polyurethane in the infraorbital rim of rabbits: a comparative study / Estudo morfológico comparativo do enxerto ósseo autógeno e polímero de mamona em rebordo infra-orbitário de coelhos

PURPOSE: Morphological study comparing castor oil polyurethane and autogenous bone graft to repair bone defect in zygomatic bone of rabbits. METHODS: Twenty-four adult, male New Zealand rabbits were randomly distributed between two groups of twelve. Bone defects of 5mm in diameter were cut through the zygomatic bone and filled with polyurethane discs in the experimental group or autogenous bone harvested from the tibia in the control group. Animals were sacrificed after 30, 60 or 90 days, and the zygomatic bones were macro- and microscopically analyzed. Student's, Fisher's, chi-squared and McNemar's tests were used for statistical analysis. RESULTS: Both the castor oil polyurethane and the autograft adapted well to the defect, with no need for fixation. Fibrous connective tissue encapsulated the polyurethane, but no inflammation or giant cell reaction was observed. Acidophilic and basophilic areas were observed inside the micropores of the polyurethane, suggesting cell nuclei. After 90 days, bone repair with a lamellar pattern of organization was observed in the control group. CONCLUSION: The castor oil polyurethane was biocompatible and did not cause inflammation. It may be considered an alternative to fill bone defects.(AU)

OBJETIVO: Estudo morfológico comparativo do implante de poliuretana de mamona e enxerto ósseo autógeno em defeito ósseo padrão em osso zigomático de coelhos. MÉTODOS: Vinte e quatro coelhos Nova Zelândia, machos, adultos, foram distribuídos aleatoriamente em dois grupos de 12. Defeitos de 5mm de diâmetro, perenes, foram confeccionados em osso zigomático e preenchidos com discos pré-fabricados de poliuretana no grupo experimento ou osso autógeno extraído da tíbia no grupo controle. Os animais foram sacrificados após 30, 60 e 90 dias e as peças anatômicas foram avaliadas macro e microscopicamente. Foram utilizados os testes de Student, Fisher,qui-quadrado e McNemar para a análise estatística dos resultados. RESULTADOS: A poliuretana e o osso autógeno se adaptaram ao defeito sem necessidade de fixação. Houve formação de tecido conjuntivo fibroso envolvendo a poliuretana, sem reação inflamatória ou presença de células gigantes. Verificaram-se áreas acidófilas e basófilas nos poros do material implantado, sugestivas de núcleos celulares. No grupo controle, observou-se aos 90 dias o reparo ósseo de padrão lamelar clássico. CONCLUSÃO: A poliuretana de mamona foi biocompatível e não causou reação inflamatória deletéria. Pode ser uma alternativa para o preenchimento de defeitos ósseos.(AU)