Mechanical and optical properties of a borosilicate glass used to improve the finishing of 3Y-TZP restorations.

Borosilicate glass was developed to enhance the mechanical behavior and smoothness of dental zirconia as an alternative to conventional glaze. This study assessed the mechanical and optical properties of 3 mol% yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystal (3Y-TZP) coated with borosilicate glass or a commercial glaze fired for an extended period of time. Disc-shaped 3Y-TZP zirconia specimens (Zpex, Tosoh) were sintered at 1550°C for 2 hours. The specimens were divided into three groups: as-sintered (control, C); commercial glaze (G); and borosilicate glass (SL). The glaze and borosilicate glass were applied over the zirconia and fired for 20 minutes at 950°C and 1200°C, respectively. Biaxial flexural strength, fractography, X-ray diffraction (XRD), roughness (Ra and Rz), fracture toughness (Vickers indentation method), color difference (∆E00), and translucency (TP00) analyses were conducted. The t-test or the one-way ANOVA and Tukey's tests were used to analyze the data (α = 0.05). Flexural strength data were subjected to the Weibull analysis. The SL group exhibited the highest flexural strength (1025.8 MPa), whereas the C (859.41 MPa) and G (816.0 MPa) groups exhibited similar values. The SL group also had the highest characteristic strength. The fracture origin in all groups was on the zirconia surface. XRD analysis revealed that the specimens from the SL group contained tetragonal, cubic, and monoclinic phases. The SL group presented the lowest surface roughness. Fracture toughness in the SL group was lower than in the C group, but similar to that observed in the G group. The translucency and color differences observed in the G and SL groups were similar. Borosilicate glass enhanced the flexural strength of 3Y-TZP, promoted the smoothest surface, and exhibited optical properties similar to those of the glaze.

Effect of 12 weeks of strength training on the static balance of the elderly / Efeito de 12 semanas de treinamento de força sobre o equilíbrio estático de idosos

Abstract Aging has a direct impact on balance due to changes in sensory and motor response, sarcopenia, reduced muscle strength and range of motion that occur in the elderly. In this context, strength training (ST) programs are seen as a valuable strategy to minimize the deleterious effect of aging on strength production and balance in this population. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effect of 12 weeks of progressive intensity ST on static balance variables in the elderly. The study included 23 elderly with an average age of 65±8.61 years, of both sexes, who performed a twelve-week strength training program, with a frequency of three times a week and with progressive intensity (60 - 85% of 1-RM). Balance was assessed before and after the intervention period, through stabilometric assessment on a force plate. After the intervention, there was a reduction in the anteroposterior amplitude (p=0.01), in the anteroposterior velocity (p=0.01) and in the total displaced area (p=0.04). It is concluded that the strength training can be used as a key tool to minimize the deleterious effect of aging on the maintenance of static balance.

Resumo O envelhecimento tem impacto direto no equilíbrio devido a alterações da resposta sensorial e motora, sarcopenia e redução da força muscular e da amplitude de movimento que ocorre nos idosos. Nesse contexto, programas de treinamento de força (TF) são vistos como valiosa estratégia para minimizar o efeito deletério do envelhecimento na produção de força e no equilíbrio dessa população. O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar o efeito de 12 semanas de TF com intensidade progressiva sobre as variáveis de equilíbrio estático em idosos. Participaram do estudo 23 idosos com idade média de 65±8,61 anos, de ambos os sexos, que realizaram um programa de TF de doze semanas, com frequência de três vezes por semana e com intensidade progressiva (60 - 85% de 1-RM). O equilíbrio foi avaliado antes e após o período de intervenção, por meio de avaliação estabilométrica em plataforma de força. Após a intervenção houve redução na amplitude anteroposterior (p=0,01), na velocidade anteroposterior (p=0,01) e na área total deslocada (p= 0,04). Conclui-se que o treinamento de força pode ser utilizado como ferramenta chave para minimizar o efeito deletério do envelhecimento na manutenção do equilíbrio estático.

Mechanical and optical properties of a borosilicate glass used to improve the finishing of 3Y-TZP restorations

Abstract Borosilicate glass was developed to enhance the mechanical behavior and smoothness of dental zirconia as an alternative to conventional glaze. This study assessed the mechanical and optical properties of 3 mol% yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystal (3Y-TZP) coated with borosilicate glass or a commercial glaze fired for an extended period of time. Disc-shaped 3Y-TZP zirconia specimens (Zpex, Tosoh) were sintered at 1550°C for 2 hours. The specimens were divided into three groups: as-sintered (control, C); commercial glaze (G); and borosilicate glass (SL). The glaze and borosilicate glass were applied over the zirconia and fired for 20 minutes at 950°C and 1200°C, respectively. Biaxial flexural strength, fractography, X-ray diffraction (XRD), roughness (Ra and Rz), fracture toughness (Vickers indentation method), color difference (∆E00), and translucency (TP00) analyses were conducted. The t-test or the one-way ANOVA and Tukey's tests were used to analyze the data (α = 0.05). Flexural strength data were subjected to the Weibull analysis. The SL group exhibited the highest flexural strength (1025.8 MPa), whereas the C (859.41 MPa) and G (816.0 MPa) groups exhibited similar values. The SL group also had the highest characteristic strength. The fracture origin in all groups was on the zirconia surface. XRD analysis revealed that the specimens from the SL group contained tetragonal, cubic, and monoclinic phases. The SL group presented the lowest surface roughness. Fracture toughness in the SL group was lower than in the C group, but similar to that observed in the G group. The translucency and color differences observed in the G and SL groups were similar. Borosilicate glass enhanced the flexural strength of 3Y-TZP, promoted the smoothest surface, and exhibited optical properties similar to those of the glaze.

Compatibility study of Duddingtonia flagrans conidia and its crude proteolytic extract.

This study aimed to evaluate the concomitant use of the nematophagous fungus Duddingtonia flagrans (AC001) and its protease-rich crude extract for the in vitro control of Panagrellus sp., Haemonchus spp., and Trichostrongylus spp. The nematicidal tests were carried out on larvae of the free-living nematode Panagrellus sp. and infective larvae of the gastrointestinal parasitic nematodes of domestic ruminants (Haemonchus spp. and Trichostrongylus spp). Five experimental groups were set: (1) one control group (G1) and (4) four treated groups -G2 - active crude extract; G3 - denatured crude extract; G4 - fungus, and G5 - fungus + active extract. Plates were incubated at 28 ºC for 24 h followed by the recovery of the larvae using the Baermann technique. The results showed a lower recovery of Panagrellus sp. larvae in the experimental groups compared to the control group, as follows: 52 % (G2), 16 % (G3), 46 % (G4), and 77 % (G5). An even greater reduction (77 ± 5 %) occurred in the group (G5). In addition, the authors observed lower averages of L3 of Haemonchus spp. and Trichostrongylus spp. in the experimental groups compared to the control group, as follows: 59 % (G2), 0 % (G3), 86 % (G4), and 76 % (G5). In turn, there was a difference (p < 0.01) between (G5) and (G2). The results this study indicate a positive effect from the compatible use of the D. flagrans fungus and its enzymatic crude extract (protease), which has been demonstrated here for the first time and with potential field applications for further designs.

Subtropical high-montane forest climate refuges in Brazil

Climate change represents one of the greatest threats to global biodiversity. We investigate how climate change will affect the future potential distribution of tree species in subtropical high montane habitats in the Atlantic Forest and identify potential climate refuges for these species. The most frequent and exclusive species in this ecosystem were selected and geographic coordinates were compiled. The maximum entropy algorithm was used for climatic niche modeling. Two scenarios for 2061-2080 were considered for future predictions, one low impact (RCP 4.5) and one high impact (RCP 8.5). Isothermality, mean temperature in the driest quarter, mean temperature in the hottest quarter, rainfall in the driest month, and rainfall in the hottest quarter were the variables that best explained the climatic niche of the majority of species. The areas of potential species occurrence were reduced by 48.37 % (± 13.63 %) (RCP 4.5) and 62.49 % (± 21.87 %) (RCP 8.5) on average. The potential area of Crinodendron brasilense Reitz & L.B.Sm. decreased the most, by 82.11 % (RCP 4.5) and 90.06 % (RCP 8.5), respectively. High elevation areas in the south of Brazil were identified as priorities for conservation to ensure that climate refuges for high montane forest species are maintained in the future. Climate change events may significantly affect the species evaluated in this study.(AU)

Plantas com ação no sistema nervoso central que constam na relação nacional de plantas medicinais de interesse ao sus (RENISUS) / Plants acting on the central nervous system: review plantas com ação no sistema nervoso central que constam na relação nacional de plantas medicinais de interesse ao sus (RENISUS) / Plantas con acción sobre el sistema nervioso central incluidas en la lista nacional de plantas medicinales de interés para sus (RENISUS)

A depressão é uma doença grave que atinge a população em geral, estudos epidemiológicos estimam que a prevalência da depressão ao longo da vida no Brasil está em torno de 15,5%. Os fatores que desencadeiam o aparecimento da depressão incluem fatores sociais, psicológicos, biológicos e também fatores externos específicos como eventos estressantes, solidão, consumo de álcool e drogas, doenças crônicas e dar á luz (depressão pós-parto). O objetivo da presente pesquisa consistiu em realizar uma revisão bibliográfica sobre as principais plantas medicinais com ação antidepressiva. A ansiedade vem se tornando um dos principais problemas da atualidade, sendo intensificada pela pandemia causada pelo coronavírus, onde constatou-se que durante o pico da pandemia onde os casos confirmados de COVID-19 no Brasil ascenderam de 45.757 para 330.890, e as mortes, de 2.906 para 21.048, o sentimento de tristeza/depressão atingiu 40% dos adultos brasileiros. Os sintomas de depressão podem ser amenizados quando a disponibilidade sináptica de monoaminas são aumentadas, e esse aumento pode ocorrer através da diminuição da metabolização desses neurotransmissores. Neste sentido, busca-se através da farmacoterapia a utilização de antidepressivos que disponibilizem as monoaminas na fenda sináptica. A escolha do fármaco é feita com base nos sintomas da depressão e na boa resposta a uma determinada classe de antidepressivos. Em fevereiro de 2009 o Ministério da saúde lançou a Relação Nacional de Plantas Medicinais de Interesse ao SUS (RENISUS), contendo 71 espécies vegetais que são distribuídas de forma in natura nas unidades básicas de saúde (UBS). Destas, somente três espécies apresentam efeito antidepressivo e ansiolítico comprovados na literatura sendo Matricharia chamomilla, Erytrinum mulungu e a Passiflora incarnata que também fazem parte da RENISUS. Além destas, outras espécies como a Melissa officinalis, Lippia alba, Valeriana officinalis e Piper methysticum são utilizadas pela população para tratar ansiedade, insônia e depressão, sugerindo desta forma que estas espécies sejam incluídas na RENISUS.

Depression is a serious disease that affects the general population, epidemiological studies estimate that the prevalence of depression throughout life in Brazil is around 15.5%. The factors that trigger the onset of depression include social, psychological, biological and also specific external factors such as stressful events, loneliness, alcohol and drug consumption, chronic diseases and giving birth (postpartum depression). The objective of the present research was to carry out a literature review on the main medicinal plants with antidepressant action. Anxiety has become one of the main problems of today, being intensified by the pandemic caused by the coronavirus, where it was found that during the peak of the pandemic where confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Brazil rose from 45,757 to 330,890, and deaths, from 2,906 to 21,048, the feeling of sadness/depression reached 40% of Brazilian adults. Symptoms of depression can be alleviated when synaptic availability of monoamines is increased, and this increase can occur through decreased metabolization of these neurotransmitters. In this sense, the use of antidepressants that make monoamines available in the synaptic cleft is sought through pharmacotherapy. The choice of drug is based on symptoms of depression and good response to a particular class of antidepressants. In February 2009, the Ministry of Health launched the National List of Medicinal Plants of Interest to the SUS (RENISUS), containing 71 plant species that are distributed in natura form in basic health units (UBS). Of these, only three species have antidepressant and anxiolytic effects proven in the literature, being Matricharia chamomilla, Erytrinum mulungu and Passiflora incarnata, which are also part of RENISUS. In addition to these, other species such as Melissa officinalis, Lippia alba, Valeriana officinalis and Piper methysticum are used by the population to treat anxiety, insomnia and depression, thus suggesting that these species are included in RENISUS.

Los estudios epidemiológicos estiman que la prevalencia de la depresión a lo largo de la vida en Brasil es de alrededor del 15,5%. Los factores que desencadenan la aparición de la depresión son sociales, psicológicos, biológicos y también factores externos específicos, como los acontecimientos estresantes, la soledad, el consumo de alcohol y drogas, las enfermedades crónicas y el parto (depresión posparto). El objetivo de esta investigación fue realizar una revisión bibliográfica sobre las principales plantas medicinales con acción antidepresiva. La ansiedad se ha convertido en uno de los principales problemas de la actualidad, intensificándose por la pandemia causada por el coronavirus, donde se encontró que durante el pico de la pandemia donde los casos confirmados de COVID-19 en Brasil aumentaron de 45.757 a 330.890, y las muertes, de 2.906 a 21.048, el sentimiento de tristeza/depresión alcanzó el 40% de los adultos brasileños. Los síntomas de la depresión pueden aliviarse cuando se aumenta la disponibilidad sináptica de las monoaminas, y este aumento puede producirse mediante una disminución de la metabolización de estos neurotransmisores. En este sentido, se busca a través de la farmacoterapia el uso de antidepresivos que hagan disponibles las monoaminas en la hendidura sináptica. La elección del fármaco se hace en función de los síntomas de la depresión y de la buena respuesta a una clase concreta de antidepresivos. En febrero de 2009, el Ministerio de Salud lanzó la Lista Nacional de Plantas Medicinales de Interés para el SUS (RENISUS), que contiene 71 especies de plantas que se distribuyen in natura en unidades básicas de salud (UBS). De ellas, sólo tres especies tienen efectos antidepresivos y ansiolíticos probados en la literatura: Matricharia chamomilla, Erytrinum mulungu y Passiflora incarnata, que también forman parte del RENISUS. Además de éstas, otras especies como Melissa officinalis, Lippia alba, Valeriana officinalis y Piper methysticum son utilizadas por la población para tratar la ansiedad, el insomnio y la depresión, lo que sugiere que estas especies se incluyan en el RENISUS.

Caracterização microestrutural e propriedades mecânicas e antimicrobianas de zircônia com vidro de prata / Microstructural characterization and mechanical and antimicrobial properties of silver glass zirconia

Este estudo avaliou resistência à flexão biaxial, caracterizou a microestrutura e analisou a atividade antimicrobiana de uma zircônia monolítica, infiltrada por vidro e vidro com prata. Foram confeccionados 210 discos de zircônia YZ (VITA Zahnfabrik, Alemanha) com 14 mm de diâmetro e 1,2 mm de espessura. As amostras foram polidas com lixas de SiC #1200 e divididas em 7 grupos principais: YZ polida, YZ + glaze, YZ com Ag 5%, YZ Ag 4%, YZ com vidro, YZ com vidro + Ag 5% e YZ com vidro + Ag 4%. Em seguida, as amostras foram submetidas as análises de resistência a flexão biaxial (ISO 6872) em água, difração de raios X e mensuração da translucidez. Também foram realizadas análises fractográficas, microscopia eletrônica de varredura e análise das Unidades formadoras de Colônias (UFC) para o microorganismo S. mutans. Os valores de resistência (MPa) foram ranqueados e submetidos à ANOVA 1-fator, teste de Tukey (α= 0,05) e análise de Weibull para cálculo de módulo e resistência característica dos materiais (IC 95%). Os grupos com infiltração de vidro apresentaram maiores médias de resistência para flexão biaxial, sendo eles: YZ polida (819,0 MPa); YZ com glaze (790,8 MPa); YZ + Ag 5% (612,1 MPa); YZ + Ag 4% (519,2 MPa); YZ com vidro (1149,7 MPa); YZ com vidro + Ag 5% (791,5 MPa) e YZ com vidro + Ag 4% (928,2 MPa). Todos os grupos experimentais foram semelhantes quanto ao módulo de Weibull, com exceção do grupo YZ + Ag 5%. Os difractrogramas mostraram a presença de cristais de combeita nos grupos YZ com vidro + Ag 4% e YZ com vidro + Ag 5%, além de picos de grãos monoclínicos nos outros grupos do estudo. Para a análise da translucidez foi empregado teste estatístico de Tukey (α= 0,05) o qual demonstrou que a presença de prata não resultou em diferença entre os grupos, enquanto o processo de infiltração de vidro diminuiu os valores. O MEV mostrou irregularidades na superfície dos grupos YZ + Ag 5%, YZ + Ag 4%, YZ com vidro + Ag 5% e YZ com vidro + Ag 4%. No grupo YZ com vidro, observou-se uma superfície predominantemente lisa assim como para o grupo YZ + glaze. A análise fractográfica dos grupos YZ + glaze, YZ + Ag 4% e 5%. mostrou que a região de início da fratura foi observada na camada de glaze e na superfície da zircônia, respectivamente. Já os grupos com infiltração, as regiões que mostram a origem da fratura foram predominantemente observadas no interior da zircônia. No teste de UFC com S. mutans observou-se que o grupo YZ + Ag 5% apresentou menor crescimento de colônias. Sendo assim, pode-se concluir que a zircônia infiltrada com vidro apresentou maior resistência à fratura e o grupo YZ + Ag 5% teve maior capacidade antimicrobiana. A aplicação do vidro com prata sobre a zircônia não alterou a translucidez do material, enquanto a infiltração de vidro modificou a translucidez da zircônia(AU)

This study evaluated resistance to biaxial flexion, characterized the microstructure and analyzed the antimicrobial activity of a monolithic zirconia, infiltrated by glass and glass with silver. 210 YZ zirconia discs (VITA Zahnfabrik, Germany) were made with 14 mm in diameter and 1.2 mm in thickness. The samples were polished with SiC # 1200 sandpaper and divided into 7 main groups: YZ polished, YZ + glaze, YZ with Ag 5%, YZ Ag 4%, YZ with glass, YZ with glass + Ag 5% and YZ with glass + Ag 4%. Then, the samples were subjected to analysis of resistance to biaxial flexion (ISO 6872) in water, X-ray diffraction and measurement of translucency. Fractographic analyzes, scanning electron microscopy and analysis of Colony-forming Units (CFU) for the S. mutans microorganism were also performed. The resistance values (MPa) were ranked and submitted to 1-factor ANOVA, Tukey's test (α = 0.05) and Weibull analysis for calculating the module and characteristic resistance of the materials (95% CI). The groups with glass infiltration showed higher means of resistance for biaxial flexion, being: polished YZ (819.0 MPa); YZ with glaze (790.8 MPa); YZ + Ag 5% (612.1 MPa); YZ + Ag 4% (519.2 MPa); YZ with glass (1149.7 MPa); YZ with glass + Ag 5% (791.5 MPa) and YZ with glass + Ag 4% (928.2 MPa). All experimental groups were similar regarding the Weibull module, with the exception of the YZ + Ag 5% group. The difractrograms showed the presence of combeite crystals in the groups YZ with glass + Ag 4% and YZ with glass + Ag 5%, in addition to peaks of monoclinic grains in the other groups of the study. For the analysis of translucency, Tukey's statistical test (α = 0.05) was used, which demonstrated that the presence of silver did not result in a difference between the groups, while the process of glass infiltration decreased the values. The SEM showed irregularities on the surface of the groups YZ + Ag 5%, YZ + Ag 4%, YZ with glass + Ag 5% and YZ with glass + Ag 4%. In the YZ group with glass, a predominantly smooth surface was observed, as well as for the YZ + glaze group. Fractographic analysis of the groups YZ + glaze, YZ + Ag 4% and 5%. showed that the fracture onset region was observed on the glaze layer and on the zirconia surface, respectively. The groups with infiltration, the regions that show the origin of the fracture, were predominantly observed inside the zirconia. In the UFC test with S. mutans, it was observed that the YZ + Ag 5% group had lower colonies growth. Thus, it can be concluded that the zirconia infiltrated with glass showed greater resistance to fracture and the YZ + Ag 5% group had greater antimicrobial capacity. The application of glass with silver over zirconia did not change the translucency of the material, while the infiltration of glass modified the translucency of zirconia(AU)

A proficiência motora de crianças e a abordagem de ensino na educação física escolar: suscitando um debate / Motor proficiency in children and the teaching approach in school physical education: raising a debate / El dominio motor de los niños y el enfoque de enseñanza en educación física en la escuela: planteando un debate

Objetivo: O artigo analisa em paralelo a proficiência motora de crianças e a abordagem de ensino utilizada por um professor de Educação Física do 1º e 5º ano do ensino fundamental de uma escola pública municipal, localizada da região sul do estado de Minas Gerais. Método: Consideramos dois paradigmas para desenvolver a seguinte metodologia: i) teste TGMD-2 para avaliar a proficiência em habilidades motoras fundamentais e inferir a coordenação motora dos escolares; ii) observações sistemáticas e anotações em diário de campo das aulas de Educação Física destes mesmos escolares. Resultados: Observou-se, por exemplo, que foi pouco frequente uma preocupação sistemática com a avaliação no interior da organização do trabalho docente. Conclusões: Concluímos que existe uma queda na proficiência motora dos escolares entre o 1º e 5º ano do ensino fundamental e que elementos básicos da organização do trabalho docente não foram verificados na abordagem de ensino, algo que suscita uma interface entre essas duas variáveis que compõem o cotidiano escolar da disciplina Educação Física.

Objective: The article analyzes in parallel the motor proficiency a children and the teaching approach used by a Physical Education teacher from the 1st and 5th year of elementary school in a municipal public school, located in the southern region of the state of Minas Gerais. Method: We considered two paradigms of the science to develop the following methodology: i) TGMD-2 test to assess proficiency in fundamental motor skills and infer motor coordination of students; ii) systematic observations and notes in the field diary of the Physical Education classes of these same students. Results: It was observed, for example, that there wasn't usually a systematic concern with an evaluation within the teaching work organization. Conclusions: We conclude that there is a drop in the motor proficiency of students between the 1st and 5th year of elementary school and that basic elements of the organization of teaching work were not verified in the teaching approach, something that raises an interface between these two variables that make up the school routine Physical Education.

Objetivo: El artículo analiza en paralelo la competencia motriz de los niños y el enfoque de enseñanza utilizado por un maestro de Educación Física del primer y quinto año de la escuela primaria en una escuela pública municipal, ubicada en la región sur del estado de Minas Gerais. Método: Consideramos dos paradigmas para desarrollar la siguiente metodología: i) prueba TGMD-2 para evaluar el dominio de las habilidades motoras fundamentales e inferir la coordinación motora de los estudiantes; ii) observaciones sistemáticas y notas en el diario de campo de las clases de Educación Física de estos mismos estudiantes. Resultados: Se observó, por ejemplo, que era poco común una preocupación sistemática por la evaluación dentro de la organización del trabajo docente. Conclusiones: Concluimos que hay una caída en la competencia motriz de los estudiantes entre el 1 ° y 5 ° año de la escuela primaria y que los elementos básicos de la organización del trabajo docente no se verificaron en el enfoque de enseñanza, algo que plantea una interfaz entre estas dos variables que conforman la rutina escolar Educación Física.

Functional niche differences between native and invasive tree species from the southern Brazilian mixed forest.

Biological invasion is a major threat to global biodiversity and ecosystem services. We examined the functional traits similarity between a set of native and non-native invasive tree species from the Southern Brazilian subtropical mixed forest, part of an important global hotspot for biodiversity conservation. We hypothesized that invasive species occupy marginal niche spaces. We ordered the species using the Principal Component Analysis based on their wood density, leaf area, and specific leaf area. These are all important traits that summarize essential ecological strategies associated with resource acquisition and conservation. Functional overlaps between non-native and native species were analyzed through kernel density estimation of continuous traits data. While native and non-native invasive species were distributed along the same functional gradients, the position of non-native species in the functional space is species and traits specific. We concluded that within Brazilian subtropical mixed forests, the functional dissimilarity as a key factor in invasion success could not be generalized for all species and traits.

Qualidade do carvão vegetal obtido a partir da espécie Cecropia glaziovii Sneth. produzido na agricultura familiar em Santa Catarina / Quality of the charcoal obtained from the Cecropia glaziovii Sneth. species produced in the family-based agriculture in Santa Catarina

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a qualidade do carvão vegetal da espécie Cecropia glaziovii, produzido em pequenas propriedades rurais, no município de Biguaçu, estado de Santa Catarina, e em laboratório e comparar suas propriedades ao carvão vegetal de outras espécies. Foram analisadas amostras de carvão de três fontes: amostras de carvão de Cecropia glaziovii coletadas dos fornos de alvenaria (1), amostras de carvão produzido nestes mesmos fornos, porém a partir de várias espécies diferentes (2) e amostras obtidas a partir da carbonização em laboratório da madeira de três árvores de Cecropia glaziovii coletada nas mesmas propriedades rurais (3). Determinou-se o poder calorífico superior, porcentagem de voláteis e carbono fixo e teor de cinzas. Analisando as amostras de carvão vegetal, as médias para análise energética mostraram que o carvão vegetal da amostra 2 apresentou melhores características comparadas às amostras 1 e 3. A amostra 2 apresentou maior poder calorífico superior (PCS 7.281 Kcal/Kg a 7.336 Kcal/Kg), menor teor de voláteis (TV 26,26%), menor teor de cinzas (TC 2,05 a 2,46%) e maior teor de carbono fixo (66,02%). As médias das propriedades da amostra 3 também foram comparadas com outras espécies de importância comercial para produção de carvão. O poder calorífico superior (6.573 Kcal/Kg) e porcentagem de carbono fixo (61,32%) foram respectivamente...(AU)

The objective of this work was to assess the quality of the charcoal of the species Cecropia glaziovii, produced in small rural properties, in the municipality of Biguaçu, in the state of Santa Catarina, and in the laboratory and to compare its properties with charcoal from other species. We analyzed charcoal samples from three sources: charcoal samples collected from Cecropia glaziovii kilns Biguaçu, SC (1), charcoal samples produced in these same kilns, but from several different species (2) and samples obtained from the laboratory carbonization of woods from three Cecropia glaziovii trees collected in the same rural properties (3). It was determined the gross calorific value, percentage of volatile, percentage of ash, and fixed carbon. Analyzing the samples of charcoal, the averages for the energy analysis showed that the charcoal from sample 2 presents better characteristics compared to the samples 1 and 3. Sample 2 had a gross calorific value (GCV - 7,281 Kcal/Kg to 7,336 Kcal/Kg), lowest volatiles content (TV - 26.26%), lower ash content (TC - 2.05 to 2.46%) and higher fixed carbon content (66.02%). The average of the properties of Sample 3 was also compared to other species of commercial importance to produce charcoal. The gross calorific value (6,573 Kcal/Kg) and percentage of fixed carbon (61.32%) were respectively lower when compared to other carbon species: Mimosa...(AU)

Qualidade do carvão vegetal obtido a partir da espécie Cecropia glaziovii Sneth. produzido na agricultura familiar em Santa Catarina / Quality of the charcoal obtained from the Cecropia glaziovii Sneth. species produced in the family-based agriculture in Santa Catarina

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a qualidade do carvão vegetal da espécie Cecropia glaziovii, produzido em pequenas propriedades rurais, no município de Biguaçu, estado de Santa Catarina, e em laboratório e comparar suas propriedades ao carvão vegetal de outras espécies. Foram analisadas amostras de carvão de três fontes: amostras de carvão de Cecropia glaziovii coletadas dos fornos de alvenaria (1), amostras de carvão produzido nestes mesmos fornos, porém a partir de várias espécies diferentes (2) e amostras obtidas a partir da carbonização em laboratório da madeira de três árvores de Cecropia glaziovii coletada nas mesmas propriedades rurais (3). Determinou-se o poder calorífico superior, porcentagem de voláteis e carbono fixo e teor de cinzas. Analisando as amostras de carvão vegetal, as médias para análise energética mostraram que o carvão vegetal da amostra 2 apresentou melhores características comparadas às amostras 1 e 3. A amostra 2 apresentou maior poder calorífico superior (PCS 7.281 Kcal/Kg a 7.336 Kcal/Kg), menor teor de voláteis (TV 26,26%), menor teor de cinzas (TC 2,05 a 2,46%) e maior teor de carbono fixo (66,02%). As médias das propriedades da amostra 3 também foram comparadas com outras espécies de importância comercial para produção de carvão. O poder calorífico superior (6.573 Kcal/Kg) e porcentagem de carbono fixo (61,32%) foram respectivamente...

The objective of this work was to assess the quality of the charcoal of the species Cecropia glaziovii, produced in small rural properties, in the municipality of Biguaçu, in the state of Santa Catarina, and in the laboratory and to compare its properties with charcoal from other species. We analyzed charcoal samples from three sources: charcoal samples collected from Cecropia glaziovii kilns Biguaçu, SC (1), charcoal samples produced in these same kilns, but from several different species (2) and samples obtained from the laboratory carbonization of woods from three Cecropia glaziovii trees collected in the same rural properties (3). It was determined the gross calorific value, percentage of volatile, percentage of ash, and fixed carbon. Analyzing the samples of charcoal, the averages for the energy analysis showed that the charcoal from sample 2 presents better characteristics compared to the samples 1 and 3. Sample 2 had a gross calorific value (GCV - 7,281 Kcal/Kg to 7,336 Kcal/Kg), lowest volatiles content (TV - 26.26%), lower ash content (TC - 2.05 to 2.46%) and higher fixed carbon content (66.02%). The average of the properties of Sample 3 was also compared to other species of commercial importance to produce charcoal. The gross calorific value (6,573 Kcal/Kg) and percentage of fixed carbon (61.32%) were respectively lower when compared to other carbon species: Mimosa...

Antegrade x retrograde nailing in femoral fractures: a study on consolidation and infection / Haste anterógrada x retrógrada em fraturas femorais: um estudo sobre consolidação e infecção

ABSTRACT Objective: Osteosynthesis with intramedullary nailing is considered the method of choice to treat diaphyseal femur fractures in adults. The objective of this retrospective study was to evaluate the bone healing time and incidence of infection in patients with diaphyseal femur fractures treated surgically with retrograde and antegrade intramedullary nailing. Methods: The medical records of 123 patients from two university hospitals dated 2011-2013 were evaluated, with 126 diaphyseal femur fractures having been found. The most frequent treatment was antegrade intramedullary nailing (51%), of which 38% involved reaming (n=25). Results: We found evidence of 92% healed fractures at 12 months postoperatively. Complications included chronic osteomyelitis in one patient and femoral neck fracture in another patient, both after reamed antegrade nailing. Pyoarthritis of the knee associated with osteomyelitis affected two patients after reamed retrograde nailing and one patient after unreamed retrograde nailing. Conclusion: We did not observe a significant difference in bone healing rates with the use of reamed or unreamed antegrade or retrograde nailing. Complications included the presence of infection with an incidence similar to that reported in the literature, and of particular significance, unrelated to the type of approach. Level of evidence III, Retrospective comparative study.

RESUMO Objetivo: A osteossíntese com haste intramedular é considerada o método de escolha para tratamento das fraturas diafisárias do fêmur em adultos. O objetivo deste estudo retrospectivo foi avaliar o tempo até a consolidação e a incidência de infecção em pacientes com fratura diafisária do fêmur, operados com haste intramedular retrógrada e anterógrada. Métodos: Foram avaliados os prontuários de 123 pacientes de dois hospitais universitários entre os anos de 2011 e 2013, tendo sido encontradas 126 fraturas diafisárias do fêmur. O tratamento mais frequente foi com haste intramedular anterógrada (51%), das quais 38% (n=25) eram fresadas. Resultados: Com 12 meses de pós-operatório, evidenciamos 92% de consolidação. Entre as complicações, observamos um paciente com osteomielite crônica e um com fratura do colo do fêmur, ambos submetidos à haste intramedular anterógrada fresada e pioartrite do joelho, associada à osteomielite em dois pacientes submetidos à haste intramedular retrógrada fresada e em um paciente após a utilização de haste intramedular retrógrada não fresada. Conclusão: Não observamos diferença significativa entre a taxa de consolidação com o emprego das hastes retrógradas e anterógradas, fresadas ou não fresadas. Dentre as complicações, observamos a presença de infecção em incidência similar à da literatura e particularmente sem relação com a via de acesso escolhida. Nível de evidência III, estudo retrospectivo comparativo.

What explains the variation on the regenerative component dynamics of Araucaria Forests in Southern Brazil?

The natural regeneration process is essential for forest maintenance since it is critical for establishing new tree individuals. This study aimed to improve the understanding of the regenerative component dynamics of Araucaria Forests in Southern Brazil. We investigated the effects of climate, light, tree component structure and anthropogenic disturbance on tree species regeneration. Regenerating communities from six different fragments in forest remnants of the “Planalto Sul Catarinense” region was evaluated in permanent plots two years after the first inventory. The following demographic rates were determined: recruitment, mortality, net change in the number of individuals and the changes to both upper and lower height classes. The following variables were measured in each fragment: altitude, climatic variables, light environment, tree component density and cattle presence. Association between dynamics rates, regenerating species abundance and explanatory variables was verified by the fourth-corner and RLQ methods. A total of 4,379 and 5,268 individuals were sampled for the first and second inventories, respectively, with recruitment rate (21 % yr−1) higher than mortality rate (13 % yr−1). The dynamics pattern of the fragment with greater presence of cattle stood out for the intense height increase of regenerating species caused by the presence of fast growth and light-demanding species. Natural regeneration of forest remnants under study is facing a structuring process. The main conclusions of this study were: i) climate and altitude play a relevant role in defining floristic identity and ii) chronic disturbances may influence the definition of ecological strategies.(AU)

What explains the variation on the regenerative component dynamics of Araucaria Forests in Southern Brazil?

The natural regeneration process is essential for forest maintenance since it is critical for establishing new tree individuals. This study aimed to improve the understanding of the regenerative component dynamics of Araucaria Forests in Southern Brazil. We investigated the effects of climate, light, tree component structure and anthropogenic disturbance on tree species regeneration. Regenerating communities from six different fragments in forest remnants of the “Planalto Sul Catarinense” region was evaluated in permanent plots two years after the first inventory. The following demographic rates were determined: recruitment, mortality, net change in the number of individuals and the changes to both upper and lower height classes. The following variables were measured in each fragment: altitude, climatic variables, light environment, tree component density and cattle presence. Association between dynamics rates, regenerating species abundance and explanatory variables was verified by the fourth-corner and RLQ methods. A total of 4,379 and 5,268 individuals were sampled for the first and second inventories, respectively, with recruitment rate (21 % yr−1) higher than mortality rate (13 % yr−1). The dynamics pattern of the fragment with greater presence of cattle stood out for the intense height increase of regenerating species caused by the presence of fast growth and light-demanding species. Natural regeneration of forest remnants under study is facing a structuring process. The main conclusions of this study were: i) climate and altitude play a relevant role in defining floristic identity and ii) chronic disturbances may influence the definition of ecological strategies.

Estrutura populacional de Drimys angustifolia Miers em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana, Urubici, SC / Population structure of Drimys angustifolia Miers in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest, Urubici, SC

O presente estudo teve como objetivo caracterizar a estrutura populacional da espécie arbórea mais abundante em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana em Urubici, Santa Catarina, assim como determinar sua capacidade de regeneração natural na área desmatada adjacente ao fragmento florestal. Para a detecção da espécie mais abundante, foi realizado um levantamento florístico-estrutural no fragmento florestal, por meio da alocação de parcelas, onde todos os indivíduos com diâmetro a altura do peito (DAP) 5 cm foram considerados adultos e inventariados. Para determinar a capacidade de regeneração natural da espécie selecionada na área desmatada adjacente, foram alocadas parcelas, onde os indivíduos considerados como regenerantes (20 cm de altura até 5 cm de DAP) foram amostrados, nos anos de 2014 e 2016. Foi analisada a estrutura diamétrica e a distribuição espacial dos indivíduos adultos da espécie, e a estrutura hipsométrica, espacial e dinâmica dos indivíduos regenerantes. A espécie mais abundante no fragmento foi Drimys angustifolia Miers, que representou 26,4% dos indivíduos. A estrutura populacional dessa espécie obteve distribuição diamétrica tendendo à normalidade e distribuição espacial aleatória para os indivíduos adultos. O componente regenerante apresentou padrão de distribuição espacial agregado (2016) e distribuição hipsométrica normal somente em 2016...(AU)

The present study had as objective to characterize the population structure of the most abundant arboreal species in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest in Urubici, Santa Catarina, as well as determining the natural capacity of regeneration in the deforested area adjacent to the forest fragment. To detect the most abundant species, was realized a structural-floristic survey in the forest fragment, through the allocation of plots, in which all individuals with diameter at breast height (DBH) 5 cm were considered adults and inventoried. To determine the natural capacity of regeneration of the selected species in the deforested adjacent area, were allocated plots, where the individuals classified as regenerating (20 cm of height to 5 cm of DAP) was sampled, in the years of 2014 and 2016. It was analyzed the diametric structure and the spatial distribution of the adults individuals of the specie, and the hypsometric, spatial structures and dynamic of the regenerating individuals. Drimys angustifolia Miers was the most abundant species in the fragment, which represented 26.4% of the individuals. The population structure for this species obtained a diametric distribution tending to normality and random spatial distribution for the adults individuals. The regenerated component presented an aggregated spatial distribution pattern (2016) and normal hypsometrical...(AU)

Population structure of Drimys angustifolia Miers in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest, Urubici, SC / Estrutura populacional de Drimys angustifolia Miers em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana, Urubici, SC

The present study had as objective to characterize the population structure of the most abundant arboreal species in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest in Urubici, Santa Catarina, as well as determining the natural capacity of regeneration in the deforested area adjacent to the forest fragment. To detect the most abundant species, was realized a structural-floristic survey in the forest fragment, through the allocation of plots, in which all individuals with diameter at breast height (DBH) 5 cm were considered adults and inventoried. To determine the natural capacity of regeneration of the selected species in the deforested adjacent area, were allocated plots, where the individuals classified as regenerating (20 cm of height to 5 cm of DAP) was sampled, in the years of 2014 and 2016. It was analyzed the diametric structure and the spatial distribution of the adults individuals of the specie, and the hypsometric, spatial structures and dynamic of the regenerating individuals. Drimys angustifolia Miers was the most abundant species in the fragment, which represented 26.4% of the individuals. The population structure for this species obtained a diametric distribution tending to normality and random spatial distribution for the adults individuals. The regenerated component presented an aggregated spatial distribution pattern (2016) and normal hypsometrical dis

O presente estudo teve como objetivo caracterizar a estrutura populacional da espécie arbórea mais abundante em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana em Urubici, Santa Catarina, assim como determinar sua capacidade de regeneração natural na área desmatada adjacente ao fragmento florestal. Para a detecção da espécie mais abundante, foi realizado um levantamento florístico-estrutural no fragmento florestal, por meio da alocação de parcelas, onde todos os indivíduos com diâmetro a altura do peito (DAP) 5 cm foram considerados adultos e inventariados. Para determinar a capacidade de regeneração natural da espécie selecionada na área desmatada adjacente, foram alocadas parcelas, onde os indivíduos considerados como regenerantes (20 cm de altura até 5 cm de DAP) foram amostrados, nos anos de 2014 e 2016. Foi analisada a estrutura diamétrica e a distribuição espacial dos indivíduos adultos da espécie, e a estrutura hipsométrica, espacial e dinâmica dos indivíduos regenerantes. A espécie mais abundante no fragmento foi Drimys angustifolia Miers, que representou 26,4% dos indivíduos. A estrutura populacional dessa espécie obteve distribuição diamétrica tendendo à normalidade e distribuição espacial aleatória para os indivíduos adultos. O componente regenerante apresentou padrão de distribuição espacial agregado (2016) e distribuição hipsométrica normal somente em 2016.

Population structure of Drimys angustifolia Miers in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest, Urubici, SC / Estrutura populacional de Drimys angustifolia Miers em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana, Urubici, SC

The present study had as objective to characterize the population structure of the most abundant arboreal species in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest in Urubici, Santa Catarina, as well as determining the natural capacity of regeneration in the deforested area adjacent to the forest fragment. To detect the most abundant species, was realized a structural-floristic survey in the forest fragment, through the allocation of plots, in which all individuals with diameter at breast height (DBH) 5 cm were considered adults and inventoried. To determine the natural capacity of regeneration of the selected species in the deforested adjacent area, were allocated plots, where the individuals classified as regenerating (20 cm of height to 5 cm of DAP) was sampled, in the years of 2014 and 2016. It was analyzed the diametric structure and the spatial distribution of the adults individuals of the specie, and the hypsometric, spatial structures and dynamic of the regenerating individuals. Drimys angustifolia Miers was the most abundant species in the fragment, which represented 26.4% of the individuals. The population structure for this species obtained a diametric distribution tending to normality and random spatial distribution for the adults individuals. The regenerated component presented an aggregated spatial distribution pattern (2016) and normal hypsometrical dis

O presente estudo teve como objetivo caracterizar a estrutura populacional da espécie arbórea mais abundante em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana em Urubici, Santa Catarina, assim como determinar sua capacidade de regeneração natural na área desmatada adjacente ao fragmento florestal. Para a detecção da espécie mais abundante, foi realizado um levantamento florístico-estrutural no fragmento florestal, por meio da alocação de parcelas, onde todos os indivíduos com diâmetro a altura do peito (DAP) 5 cm foram considerados adultos e inventariados. Para determinar a capacidade de regeneração natural da espécie selecionada na área desmatada adjacente, foram alocadas parcelas, onde os indivíduos considerados como regenerantes (20 cm de altura até 5 cm de DAP) foram amostrados, nos anos de 2014 e 2016. Foi analisada a estrutura diamétrica e a distribuição espacial dos indivíduos adultos da espécie, e a estrutura hipsométrica, espacial e dinâmica dos indivíduos regenerantes. A espécie mais abundante no fragmento foi Drimys angustifolia Miers, que representou 26,4% dos indivíduos. A estrutura populacional dessa espécie obteve distribuição diamétrica tendendo à normalidade e distribuição espacial aleatória para os indivíduos adultos. O componente regenerante apresentou padrão de distribuição espacial agregado (2016) e distribuição hipsométrica normal somente em 2016.

Estrutura populacional de Drimys angustifolia Miers em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana, Urubici, SC / Population structure of Drimys angustifolia Miers in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest, Urubici, SC

O presente estudo teve como objetivo caracterizar a estrutura populacional da espécie arbórea mais abundante em um fragmento de Floresta Ombrófila Mista Alto-Montana em Urubici, Santa Catarina, assim como determinar sua capacidade de regeneração natural na área desmatada adjacente ao fragmento florestal. Para a detecção da espécie mais abundante, foi realizado um levantamento florístico-estrutural no fragmento florestal, por meio da alocação de parcelas, onde todos os indivíduos com diâmetro a altura do peito (DAP) 5 cm foram considerados adultos e inventariados. Para determinar a capacidade de regeneração natural da espécie selecionada na área desmatada adjacente, foram alocadas parcelas, onde os indivíduos considerados como regenerantes (20 cm de altura até 5 cm de DAP) foram amostrados, nos anos de 2014 e 2016. Foi analisada a estrutura diamétrica e a distribuição espacial dos indivíduos adultos da espécie, e a estrutura hipsométrica, espacial e dinâmica dos indivíduos regenerantes. A espécie mais abundante no fragmento foi Drimys angustifolia Miers, que representou 26,4% dos indivíduos. A estrutura populacional dessa espécie obteve distribuição diamétrica tendendo à normalidade e distribuição espacial aleatória para os indivíduos adultos. O componente regenerante apresentou padrão de distribuição espacial agregado (2016) e distribuição hipsométrica normal somente em 2016...

The present study had as objective to characterize the population structure of the most abundant arboreal species in a fragment of Upper Montane Mixed Ombrophilous Forest in Urubici, Santa Catarina, as well as determining the natural capacity of regeneration in the deforested area adjacent to the forest fragment. To detect the most abundant species, was realized a structural-floristic survey in the forest fragment, through the allocation of plots, in which all individuals with diameter at breast height (DBH) 5 cm were considered adults and inventoried. To determine the natural capacity of regeneration of the selected species in the deforested adjacent area, were allocated plots, where the individuals classified as regenerating (20 cm of height to 5 cm of DAP) was sampled, in the years of 2014 and 2016. It was analyzed the diametric structure and the spatial distribution of the adults individuals of the specie, and the hypsometric, spatial structures and dynamic of the regenerating individuals. Drimys angustifolia Miers was the most abundant species in the fragment, which represented 26.4% of the individuals. The population structure for this species obtained a diametric distribution tending to normality and random spatial distribution for the adults individuals. The regenerated component presented an aggregated spatial distribution pattern (2016) and normal hypsometrical...

Análise da qualidade de prescrições de antimicrobianos comercializados em uma drogaria da Região Norte do Rio Grande do Sul / Analysis of the quality of the prescriptions for antimicrobials marketed in a drugstore in the northern region of Rio Grande do Sul

como: uso abusivo de antimicrobianos, automedicação, falta de conhecimento e/ou descumprimento por parte dos profissionais envolvidos no tratamento. Frente a isso, a Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (ANVISA) criou a Resolução de Diretoria Colegiada (RDC) 20/2011 com a finalidade de facilitar a dispensação e controlar o consumo de antimicrobianos. O presente estudo tem a finalidade de analisar prescrições de antimicrobianos orais do ano de 2014 em uma drogaria no município de Erechim-RS, avaliando a sazonalidade climática, a prescrição pela Denominação Comum Brasileira (DCB) e a adequação das prescrições frente a RDC 20/2011. O total de prescrições analisadas foi de 2761. O antimicrobiano mais prescrito foi a Amoxacilina sendo prescrita 1069 vezes, destas 630 estavam em associação com Ácido Clavulânico. Apenas 36,28% das prescrições (1002) estavam com os antimicrobianos descritos pela DCB. Do total de prescrições, 97,57% das mesmas não estavam de acordo com a RDC 20/2011, apresentando a falta de vários itens como idade, sexo, DCB, nome completo do paciente, entre outros. É necessário elaborar mais estudos, campanhas de conscientização tanto para pacientes como para profissionais envolvidos no tratamento, e ter um maior controle tanto na prescrição como na dispensação destes medicamentos.

Metazoan parasites of Plagioscion squamosissimus, an invasive species in the Tietê River, São Paulo, Brazil.

This study focused on the characterization and analysis of communities and infra-communities of metazoan parasites of Plagioscion squamosissimus caught in Promissão Reservoir in the Tietê River in Borborema (21°39'58"S, 49°8'49"W), state of São Paulo, Brazil. Fifty adult specimens caught by professional fishermen in March 2015 were necropsied. The fish presented an average standard length of 25.2 ± 2.2 cm and average weight of 328.82 ± 89.03 g. A total of 5,227 specimens of metazoan parasites were collected: 2,880 (55.1%) adult Diplectanum piscinarius (Monogenoidea: Diplectanidae) and 2,347 (44.9%) Austrodiplostomum compactum metacercariae (Digenea, Diplostomidae), both with 100% prevalence and mean abundance of 57.6 and 46.9, respectively. Parasite diversity was low (species richness = 2), with a Simpson index (D) equal to 0.505, and low values of Brillouin (HB = 0.687) and Margalef diversity (I = 0.117) indices. Berger-Parker's index of dominance (p = 0.551) indicated a slight dominance of the monogenean parasite D. piscinarius. There was a positive correlation, assessed by Pearson coefficient between parasite abundance of D. piscinarius and standard length (r = 0.43) and weight (r = 0.51) of hosts.