Association between NDO-LID and PGL-1 for leprosy and class I and II human leukocyte antigen alleles in an indigenous community in Southwest Amazon.

The frequencies of the Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) alleles in the Puyanawa indigenous reserve population and their association with the NDO-LID and ELISA PGL-1 rapid serological test was assessed. This was a cross-sectional study with an epidemiological clinical design conducted in two indigenous communities in the state of Acre, Brazil. Blood was collected in a tube with EDTA to identify HLA alleles and perform serological tests. DNA was obtained using the salting out procedure. The LabType™ technique (One-Lambda-USA) was used for HLA class I (loci A*, B* and C*) and II (loci DRB1*, DQA1* and DQB1*) typing. Allele frequency was obtained by direct count, and the chi-square test was used to assess the association with the NDO-LID and PGL-1 tests. The most frequent alleles in the two communities were: HLA-A*02:01, HLA-B*40:02, HLA-DRB1*16:02, HLA-DQA1*05:05 and HLA-DQB1*03:01. The allele HLA-C*04:01 was the most common in the Barão community, and the allele HLA-C*07:01 in Ipiranga. Among individuals who presented seropositivity to the NDO-LID test, the association with alleles HLA-A*02 (43.18% vs 24.8%, p=0.03, OR=2.35) and HLA-B*53 (6.83% vs 0.0%, p=0.03, OR=8.95) was observed in the Barão community. HLA-B*15 was associated with non-seroconversion to the NDO-LID test in Ipiranga. In both communities, HLA-B*40 and HLA-C*03 were associated with positive serological response to ELISA PGL-1. The HLA class I and II alleles most frequently found in this study have already been described among Terena indigenous groups, and HLA class I contributes to seroconversion to NDO-LID and PGL-1 tests in inhabitants of the Barão and Ipiranga communities.

Mineral profile exploratory analysis for rice grains traceability.

Rice geographical traceability requires analytical procedures and data evaluation capable of linking its composition to the producing area. In this work, major and trace elements in soil and rice grains and husk from 9 cities and 17 producers were evaluated. Arsenic species were measured solely in rice grains. The rice mineral profile evaluated by principal component analysis allowed the identification of controlling variables and origin fingerprints. Vectors controlling data variability were linked to the geographical area, to crop management, producers and in a lower extent to soil composition. Elemental discrimination through 3D models was proposed. Arsenic species in the grains and elemental husk composition were decisive to achieve the required discrimination. Rice discrimination was obtained by cities, producers and varieties. The present work model was compared with others from similar studies.

Association between NDO-LID and PGL-1 for leprosy and class I and II human leukocyte antigen alleles in an indigenous community in Southwest Amazon

The frequencies of the Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) alleles in the Puyanawa indigenous reserve population and their association with the NDO-LID and ELISA PGL-1 rapid serological test was assessed. This was a cross-sectional study with an epidemiological clinical design conducted in two indigenous communities in the state of Acre, Brazil. Blood was collected in a tube with EDTA to identify HLA alleles and perform serological tests. DNA was obtained using the salting out procedure. The LabType™ technique (One-Lambda-USA) was used for HLA class I (loci A*, B* and C*) and II (loci DRB1*, DQA1* and DQB1*) typing. Allele frequency was obtained by direct count, and the chi-square test was used to assess the association with the NDO-LID and PGL-1 tests. The most frequent alleles in the two communities were: HLA-A*02:01, HLA-B*40:02, HLA-DRB1*16:02, HLA-DQA1*05:05 and HLA-DQB1*03:01. The allele HLA-C*04:01 was the most common in the Barão community, and the allele HLA-C*07:01 in Ipiranga. Among individuals who presented seropositivity to the NDO-LID test, the association with alleles HLA-A*02 (43.18% vs 24.8%, p = 0.03, OR = 2.35) and HLA-B*53 (6.83% vs 0.0%, p = 0.03, OR = 8.95) was observed in the Barão community. HLA-B*15 was associated with non-seroconversion to the NDO-LID test in Ipiranga. In both communities, HLA-B*40 and HLA-C*03 were associated with positive serological response to ELISA PGL-1. The HLA class I and II alleles most frequently found in this study have already been described among Terena indigenous groups, and HLA class I contributes to seroconversion to NDO-LID and PGL-1 tests in inhabitants of the Barão and Ipiranga communities(AU).

Bone regeneration of localized chronic alveolar defects utilizing cell binding peptide associated with anorganic bovine-derived bone mineral: a clinical and histological study.

BACKGROUND: Osteoinduction to treat osseous defects has been attempted by several means. Some clinical studies have demonstrated that a synthetic cell binding peptide (P-15) with anorganic bovine derived bone matrix (ABM) has the ability to enhance bone regeneration. These studies suggest that more histological data are necessary to better understand this process. We have developed a Class III chronic alveolar defect animal model to investigate space-maintaining regenerative materials. The objective of this study was to clinically and histologically evaluate the use of P-15/ABM with or without a bioabsorbable membrane (M) to regenerate localized chronic alveolar ridge defects in dogs. METHODS: Six adult, male mongrel dogs were used in this study. Bilateral, Class III, alveolar defects were surgically produced following extraction of the mandibular second premolar teeth and local reduction of the alveolar ridge. After an 8-week healing interval, mucoperiosteal flaps were elevated. P-15/ABM with or without bioabsorbable membranes were implanted into contralateral defects in 10 sites. Two sites received no biomaterial (controls). Mucoperiosteal flaps were advanced over the P-15/ABM or P-15/ABM/M constructs and sutured. Pre- and postaugmentation clinical evaluation was done utilizing periodontal probes and calipers. The animals were sacrificed 12 weeks postaugmentation and block specimens processed for histologic evaluation. RESULTS: Clinical results showed no significant statistical augmentation on the control group (0.0 +/- 0.6 mm). In all experimental sites utilizing P-15/ABM or P-15/ABM/M, relevant ridge augmentation was observed (3.6 +/- 2.0 mm and 2.9 +/- 1.9 mm, respectively). Histologically, all experimental sites showed active bone formation with plump osteoblast and osteoid matrix deposition in the treated area. Bone ingrowth filled the area of the defects treated with P-15/ABM/M. Few P-15/ABM particles were seen in the cellular fibrous tissue surrounding the new formed bone trabeculae. CONCLUSIONS: P-15/ABM with or without membranes can produce a significant clinical ridge augmentation. Bone formation was histologically observed in all test areas. The association of a membrane with P-15/ABM seemed to enhance the process of bone formation.

Effect of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 in an absorbable collagen sponge with space-providing biomaterials on the augmentation of chronic alveolar ridge defects.

BACKGROUND: Recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2) in an absorbable collagen sponge (ACS) carrier has been shown to support significant bone formation in the craniofacial skeleton. When used as an onlay, however, rhBMP-2/ACS may become compressed with limited resulting bone formation. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of two space-providing biomaterials, bioactive glass (BG) and demineralized/mineralized bone matrix (DMB), on rhBMP-2/ACS induced alveolar ridge augmentation. METHODS: Bilateral alveolar ridge defects were produced in the mandible in six mongrel dogs. rhBMP-2/ACS with biomaterials was surgically implanted into contralateral defects in four animals. Treatments were alternated between jaw quadrants in consecutive animals. Two animals received rhBMP-2/ACS or sham-surgery in contralateral defects. The animals were injected with fluorescent bone labels to monitor bone formation. Clinical evaluations were made at ridge augmentation and 12 weeks post-implantation when the animals were euthanized and block biopsies collected for histopathologic evaluation. RESULTS: Sham-surgery produced limited horizontal alveolar augmentation (0.1 +/- 0.6 mm). Implantation of rhBMP-2/ACS resulted in alveolar augmentation amounting to 2.2 +/- 1.8 mm. Alveolar augmentation in sites receiving rhBMP-2/ACS with DMB or BG was 2-fold greater compared to rhBMP-2/ACS alone averaging 4.4 +/- 1.3 and 4.6 +/- 1.5 mm, respectively. The DMB biomaterial appeared substituted by newly formed bone. The BG particles were observed imbedded in bone or encapsulated in dense connective tissue without associated bone metabolic activity. Fluorescent light microscopy suggested that the new bone was formed within 4 weeks. CONCLUSION: The bioglass and demineralized/mineralized bone matrix biomaterials utilized in this study in combination with rhBMP-2/ACS supported clinical and histological ridge augmentation.

Clinal variation and selection on MDH allozymes in honeybees in Chile.

Evidence of clinal variation and selection on Mdh-1 locus was observed in 27 samples from 22 sites in a 2800 km north-south transect across Chile. We found a negative correlation among F allele normalized frequency and mean temperature, and minimum temperature of January and July, as well as a positive correlation among S allele normalized frequency and annual mean, and minimum January temperatures. Our results lend weight to the idea that Chilean honeybee populations of colder areas have higher F allele frequencies, supporting previous claims that Mdh-1 allozymes of Apis mellifera are subject to temperature-mediated selection.

Toxidez pelos ácidos propiônico e butírico em plântulas de arroz / Toxicity of propionic and butyric acids in rice seedlings

A decomposição anaeróbia da matéria orgânica em solos alagados produz ácidos orgânicos de cadeia curta que podem ser tóxicos para o arroz. Com o objetivo de avaliar o efeito de diferentes concentrações dos ácidos propiônico e butírico, em solução nutritiva, no crescimento de plantas de arroz (Oryza sativa L.) e na absorção de nutrientes, foram desenvolvidos dois experimentos em bancada com iluminação artificial no Laboratório de Nutrição de Plantas da DS/FAEM/UFPEL. Foram realizados dois experimentos em delineamento experimental inteiramente casualizado com seis repetições. Um dos experimentos constou de sete níveis de ácido propiônico: 0,00; 1,25; 2,50; 3,75; 5,00; 6,25; 7,50mM e o outro de sete níveis de ácido butírico:0,00; 1,00; 2,00; 3,00; 4,00; 5,00; 6,00mM. Plântulas de arroz da cultivar "RS 7" com dois dias de germinação foram cultivadas durante treze dias em tubos de ensaio contendo solução nutritiva completa e doses dos ácidos propiônico e butírico equivalentes aos diferentes tratamentos. O crescimento da raiz e da parte aérea do arroz e a produção de matéria seca foram sensivelmente reduzidos com o aumento das doses dos ácidos orgânicos na solução nutritiva. A raiz apresentou maior sensibilidade aos ácidos do que a parte aérea. Doses pequenas dos ácidos, como 1,25mM de propiônico e 1,00mM de butírico, já foram suficientes para causar uma inibição de 37 e 33 por cento no comprimento do sistema radicular, respectivamente. Os ácidos propiônico e butírico também diminuíram a absorção de N, K, Ca e Mg em plantas de arroz da cultivar "BRS 7".

The anaerobic decomposition of organic matter in flooded soils produces short chain organic acids that can be toxic for the rice crop. With the objective of studying the effect of propionic and butyric acids on the growth and nutrients uptake of rice (Oryza sativa L.) plants in nutrient solution, two experiments were carried out on the Plant Nutrition Laboratory DS/FAEM/UFPEL. The experiments were designed as complete randomized plots with six replications, consisting of seven levels of propionic (0.00; 1.25; 2.50; 3.75; 5.00; 6.25; 7.50mM) and butyric (0.00; 1.00; 2.00; 3.00; 4.00; 5.00; 6.00mM) acids, respectively. Two-day old rice seedlings of cultivar BRS 7 were placed for thirteen days on test tube containing complete nutrient solution and differents levels of propionic and butyric acids. Root and shoot growth of rice plants was decreased with an increase in organic acid levels. The root presented greater sensitivity than shoot. Small levels of acid such as 1.25mM (propionic) and 1.00mM (butyric) were enough to cause an inhibition of 37 percent and 33 percent in the length of the radicular system, respectively. The addition of propionic and butyric acids decreased N, K, Ca e Mg uptake by rice plants.

Pênfigo Vulgar na cavidade oral: relato de caso clínico / Pemphigus Vulgaris in the oral cavity: a case report

O Pênfigo Vulgar é uma doença rara vesículo-bolhosa, auto-imune, cutâneo-mucosa, que pode ser fatal se não tratada. Relatamos um caso de um paciente do sexo masculino, 20 anos, feoderma, com história de lesões orais há quatro anos, apresentando ardência e sangramento. No exame intra-oral, foram observadas lesões erosivas de margens irregulares, dolorosas em mucosa jugal, ventre lingual e gengiva. Realizou-se biópsia incisional de uma das lesões com laudo histopatológico do pênfigo vulgar. Atualmente, o paciente encontra-se fazendo uso de corticóide sistêmico e tópico e está em acompanhamento ambulatorial

Gengivite plasmocitária: relato de caso clínico / Plasma cell gingivitis: a case report

A gengivite plasmocitária é uma condição caracterizada clinicamente por um aspecto eritematoso e edemaciado da gengiva. O tecido conjuntivo apresenta um proeminente infiltrado de plasmócitos. Esta condição foi muitas vezes relacionada a processos alérgicos ou de hipersensibilidade a goma de mascar e a aditivos de sabor presentes em diversas substâncias. Este artigo relata um caso clínico no qual o diagnóstico foi de gengivite plasmocitária de origem idiopática