Investigation on pH value of towels in public places in Hangzhou City / 预防医学

Objective@#To investigate the pH value of towels in public places in Hangzhou City, so as to provide the evidence for improving health supervision of towels in public places.@*Methods@#One three- and higher-star hotel, one less than three-star hotel, one express hotel, one barber shop and one beauty shop were selected from 13 counties (districts) of Hangzhou City in 2021, and 3% to 5% of all cleaned and disinfected towels that planned to be used were randomly sampled. The type of public places and towels cleaning and disinfection were collected using the basic investigation form provided in the Public Place Health Risk Factors Surveillance Program (2021 version), and the pH value of towels was measured according to the national criteria Textiles-determination of pH of aqueous extract (GB/T 7573-2009). According to the national criteria of Hygienic indicators and limits for public places (GB 37488-2019), a pH value of 6.5 to 8.5 was defined qualified, and the rates of qualified pH values was estimated for towels sampled from different places and with different cleaning and disinfection types.@*Results@#Totally 64 public places were investigated, and 807 towels were measured for pH values, with a median pH value of 7.3 (interquartile range, 0.7). A total of 655 towels had qualified pH values (81.16%). The rates of qualified pH values were 84.95%, 75.56%, 73.21%, 85.61% and 88.81% for towels sampled from the three- and higher-star hotel, less than three-star hotel, express hotel, barber shop and beauty shop, respectively (χ2=19.307, P=0.001). The rate of qualified pH values for self-cleaned and -disinfected towels was significantly higher than for towels with outsourcing cleaning and disinfection services (88.28% vs. 77.18%; χ2=14.973, P<0.001). The rate of qualified pH values was 83.82% for towels with outsourcing cleaning and disinfection services sampled from the three- and higher-star hotel, and was both 100.00% for self-cleaned and -disinfected towels sampled from the less than three-star hotel and beauty shop.@*Conclusion@#The cleaning quality of towels remains to be improved in public places in Hangzhou City, and health supervisions on towels are recommended to be improved in public places.

Application value of paper towel combined with 360° horizontal turning over method in preoperative preparation of gastroscopy / 中国实用护理杂志

Objective:To investigate the effect of paper towel combined with 360° horizontal turning over method on the field of vision, operation time and detection of small lesions before gastroscopy, so as to improve the detection rate of early gastrointestinal cancer.Methods:The outpatients and inpatients who voluntarily accepted gastroscopy in the First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University from May to October 2020 were enrolled. A prospective randomized controlled study was used. They were divided into the experimental group (paper towel group combined with 360° horizontal turning over) and the control group (routine) according to the random number table. Finally, a total of 948 patients were included, including 487 cases in the experimental group and 461 cases in the control group. The visual field clarity, operation time, rinse times, detection of micro lesions and detection of early cancer of the two groups were compared.Results:The scores of gastric mucosa clarity (fundus, body, antrum and whole stomach) in experimental group were (1.61 ± 0.79), (1.18 ± 0.56), (1.01 ± 0.36), (3.20 ± 0.51) points, which were significantly lower than (2.56 ± 0.82), (2.01 ± 0.65), (1.98 ± 1.10), (5.05 ± 0.89) points in control group. The difference was statistically significant ( t values were 0.02-0.07, all P<0.05). The operation time of the experimental group was (5.91 ± 0.41) min, which was significantly shorter than (6.80 ± 0.72) min of the control group, and the difference was statistically significant ( t=-7.46, P<0.05). The number of flushing in the experimental group was 67 times, accounting for 13.8%, which was significantly lower than 144 times in the control group, accounting for 31.2%, and the difference was statistically significant ( χ2=54.78, P<0.05). The number of microlesions in the experimental group was 398 cases, which was higher than 245 cases in the control group. The difference was statistically significant ( χ2=8.43, P<0.05). For biopsy pathology, the detection of precancerous lesions or early carcinomas in the experimental group (56 cases) was significantly higher than that in the control group (24 cases), and the difference was statistically significant ( χ2=6.45, P<0.05). Conclusions:The application of paper towel combined with 360° horizontal turning over method before gastroscopy can significantly improve the clarity of gastroscope field of vision, shorten the operation time, increase the detection rate of small lesions, and effectively improve the detection rate of early gastrointestinal cancer, which is a simple and practical preoperative preparation method.

Home measures against low air humidity which may alleviate health problems / Medidas caseiras contra baixa umidade do ar amenizam agravos na saúde

ABSTRACT Objective Humidity and temperature are fundamental for the balance in the life cycle of living beings and, consequently, for maintaining the well-being of the human population and reducing the prevalence of infectious diseases. Thus, in order to mitigate the impact of climate change, especially in the period when humidity is not the ideal, it is necessary to adopt some assistance measures. The present experimental study aims to elucidate what would be the recommended option to improve the quality of life of the human being and to clarify which resources (air humidifier, bucket of water or wet towel) will be effective to improve the humidity of the air in times of drought and low moisture. Methods The experimental study was carried out with INKBIRD hygrometers allowing the analysis of the variation of air humidity throughout the day. Three forms of treatment were established: humidifier, wet towel and bucket of water. In each room, two hygrometers were placed equidistant from the occupant of the room and their respective treatment that varied between 1m and 2m away from the headboard indoor each room. In addition, two environments were used as controls, one being an external environment and the other an internal closed environment, totaling five rooms for the study. The rooms were monitored between the end of July and the end of August 2019 in Goiania (GO). Results Although assistance measures are used to significantly improve air pollution in times of extreme drought, there was a significant difference between them. The humidifier and a wet towel had 7.50% and 5.71% more humidity in the external relation (external control), respectively, more efficient. The volume of water, however, did not show significant difference (p>0.05) and, therefore, there was no variation. Conclusion The humidifier and the towel are treatments considered more efficient, and that there was a significant effect of distance on humidity. Therefore, 1m of distance is more efficient in increasing and/or maintaining air humidity, inducing improvements in the populations' health.

RESUMO Objetivo A umidade e a temperatura são fundamentais para o equilíbrio no ciclo da vida dos seres vivos e, consequentemente, para manter o bem-estar da população humana e diminuir a prevalência de doenças infecciosas. Visando mitigar o impacto das alterações climáticas, principalmente no período em que a umidade não é a ideal, é preciso adotar algumas medidas assistencialistas. O presente estudo visa elucidar qual seria a opção mais indicada para melhorar a qualidade de vida do ser humano e esclarecer qual melhor recurso (umidificador de ar, balde com água ou toalha molhada) é eficaz para melhorar a umidade do ar em épocas de seca e baixa umidade. Métodos Estudo experimental realizado com higrômetros INKBIRD que permitiram a análise da variação da umidade do ar ao longo do dia. Foram estabelecidas três formas de tratamento: umidificador, toalha molhada e balde com água. Em cada quarto, foram colocados dois higrômetros equidistantes do ocupante do quarto e seu respectivo tratamento, que variava entre 1m e 2m de distância da cabeceira da cama dentro de cada cômodo. Além disso, dois ambientes foram utilizados como controle, sendo um externo e outro fechado interno, totalizando cinco cômodos para o estudo. Os cômodos foram monitorados entre o final do mês de julho até final do mês de agosto de 2019 em Goiânia (GO). Resultados Apesar de as medidas assistencialistas serem utilizadas para melhora significativa da umidade do ar em épocas de extrema seca, há uma diferença significativa entre elas. O umidificador e a toalha molhada possuíram 7,50% e 5,71% a mais de umidade em relação à área externa (controle externo), respectivamente, sendo considerados mais eficientes. Já o balde de água não se diferenciou significativamente (p>0,05), não havendo variação. Conclusão O umidificador e a toalha foram os tratamentos considerados mais eficientes, com efeito significativo da distância sobre a umidade. Portanto, 1m de distância é mais eficiente no aumento e/ou na manutenção da umidade do ar, induzindo melhorias na saúde da população.

Clinical study of three-dimensional strapping reduction in treatment of patellar fracture / 中国修复重建外科杂志

Objective: To investigate the effectiveness of three-dimensional strapping reduction in treatment of patellar fracture.

Death by Homicidal Smothering Using Hot Steam Towel: A Case Report / 대한법의학회지

An unusual case of homicide of a 21-year-old man who was smothered with a hot steam towel by his mother and a pastoress in the name of exorcism. Homicidal smothering in adults is rare, but does occur when the victims are not capable of defending themselves in situations such as chronic illness, old age, drug intoxication or when restrained by other people. In this case, distinct facial scalding was a clue to smothering with a hot steam towel.

Comparison of Surgical Outcomes of Percutaneous K-Wire Fixation in Bony Mallet Fingers with Use of Towel Clip versus 18-Gauge Needle

PURPOSE: The purpose was to describe comparative analysis of the surgical outcome of percutaneous K-wire fixation of bony mallet fingers reduced with towel clip and 18-gauge needle. METHODS: We analyzed the bony mallet finger patients with more than twelve months follow-up after percutaneous K-wire fixation. The patients were randomly divided into two groups. Eighteen fingers were treated with closed reduction using towel clip and 18 other fingers were treated with closed reduction using 18-gauge needle. RESULTS: Radiographs showed bony union and no subluxation in all cases after K-wire removal. The average extension lag was 2.8degrees/1.9degrees, and range of motion of distal interphalangeal joint was 70.3degrees/75degrees respectively. According to Crawford's criteria, excellent results were obtained in 9/11 fingers, good results in 8/7 fingers, and poor result in 1/0 finger, respectively. CONCLUSION: 18-gauge needle reduction in percutaneous K-wire fixation is considered less invasive and useful method for treatment of bony mallet finger with comparable results with towel clip reduction.

Surgical Techniques for Percutaneous Reduction by Towel Clips and Percutaneous Intramedullary Fixation with Steinmann Pins for Clavicle Shaft Fractures

PURPOSE: To report the clinical results of surgical treatment of clavicle shaft fracture by percutaneous reduction with towel clips and percutaneous intramedullary pin fixation. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study reviewed the results of 80 cases of clavicle shaft fracture treated by percutaneous reduction with towel clips and percutaneous intramedullary pin fixation with Steinmann pins from January 2002 to August 2010, after follow-up for 12 months or more. We evaluated the clinical results, such as union time and complications. RESULTS: Bone union was evident in all cases and the mean time for bone union to appear on radiological findings was 10.3 weeks. Using Kang's criteria, 78 of the 80 patients (97.5%) showed good results and there were no severe complications. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous reduction with towel clips and the percutaneous intramedullary pin fixation method showed good results for treating clavicle shaft fracture.

Clinical study of skeletal traction through olecranon of ulna treatment on the irreducible humeral supracondylar fracture in children / 中国综合临床

Objective To explore the clinical results and complications of the traditional skeletal traction through olecranon on treating the irreducible humeral supracondylar fracture in children with of ulna.Methods Ninety-eight children patients of humeral supracondylar fracture with failure of reduction manipulation were selected as our subjects.The towel clamp-skeletal traction through olecranon of ulna was applied as the additional treatment methods.Meanwhile 5-24 months' follow-up were performed.Results According to Flynn elbow joint function evaluation standard.The curative effect was as followed.71 patients (74.7％) got the excellent outcome,17 patients (17.9％) for good outcome and 7 patients for improved utcome(7.3％).Therefore,the ratio of excellent operation reached to 92.6％.Conclusion The towel clampskeletal traction through olecranon of ulna might be an effective method to treat reliable fixation regarding of its high curing rate and simple process of performance.

Characterization of plant growth promoting bacteria from soil of central and upper Himalayan region.

Natural ecosystems are directly dependent on beneficial microorganisms present in the rhizosphere for soil health and plant productivity. Soil bacteria were isolated from soil of central and upper Himalayan region with a view to screen/evaluate their Plant growth promoting potential. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPRs) are employed as inoculants for biofertilization, phytostimulation and biocontrol. Dominant morphotypes were picked up from King`s B, CAS, YEMA and Pikovaskaya Agar by employing dilution plating. A total of 55 isolates were evaluated for growth promotion using Paper Towel Assay on lentil and 9 isolates were selected for detailed characterization. In dual plate assay all 9 isolates inhibited Fusarium solani; few isolates were inhibitory towards Ganoderma lividense and Colletotrichum dematium.

Observation and comparison on two disinfection methods with medical wiping towel / 中国实用护理杂志

Objective To discuss the disinfection effect of the wiping towel with microwave oven. Methods 200 wiping towels were chosen in class Ⅱ environment in our hospital. 100 wiping towels (the control group)were disinfected by soaking in the chlorine-containing disinfectant,the other (the observation group )by microwave. The disinfection effect, the disinfection time, and the economic cost in three months were compared between two groups. Results There was no significant difference between two groups in the disinfection effect. There was significant difference between two groups in the disinfection time,the economic cost in three months. Conclusions Adopting microwave oven for towel disinfeciton has reliable result and is convenient. It costs shorter time and lower cost. The new method has no chemical side effect and can replace traditional method. It is an ideal disinfection method and worthy of clinical application.

Percutaneous Kirschner Wire Fixation of Acute Mallet Fractures Percutaneousely Reduced by Towel Clip

PURPOSE: To analyze the treatment of clinical results of the percutaneous Kirschner wire fixation of acute mallet fractures percutaneousely reduced by towel clip. MATERIALS AND METHODS: From August 2005 to April 2009, we evaluated nine fingers in eight patients, more than three months follow up. The type of injury was a axial loading in seven cases and direct blow in two. The average follow-up period was 10.1 months (range: 3~41 months). The indication of operative treatment was the presence of large bony fragment or the palmar subluxation of the distal phalnx. RESULTS: The range of motion was 3.7degrees (0~10degrees) in extension lag and 76.7degrees (60~90degrees) of flexion of the distal interphalangeal joint. CONCLUSION: The percutaneous Kirschner wire fixation of acute mallet fractures percutaneousely reduced by towel clip is one of the easy and simple method to stabilizing of bony mallet fracture.

A Case of Macular Amyloidosis due to Nylon Towel / 대한피부과학회지

Amyloidosis is a disorder of protein metabolism characterized by the extracellular deposition of abnormal protein fibrils. We report a case of macular amyloidosis due to nylon towel on his back. A 61-year-old male presented with asymptomatic hyperpigmented macules on the scapulae for 6 years. He had a habit of scrubbing his back for many years with a rough nylon towel while taking a bath. The histologic examination revealed liquefaction degeneration and homogenous eosinophilic deposition in the papillary dermis. In Congo red, amyloid material stained positively and in anti-keratin antibody staining. He had neither clinical nor laboratory evidence of systemic amyloidosis. A diagnosis of friction amyloidosis was made on histological and immunohistopathological findings.

Intramedullary Fixation of Clavicle Fracture Percutaneously Reduced By Towel Clip

PURPOSE: To investigate the utility of surgical treatment of clavicle shaft fracture using a percutaneous towel clip reduction and intramedullary fixation. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study was conducted for total 16 cases of patients who had no neurovascular injury and a few comminuted bone fragment among patients with clavicle shaft fracture from January 2002 to July 2003. The method of operation was percutaneous towel clip reduction and intramedullary fixation. The clinical and radiological results were evaluated. RESULTS: Radiologically, 15 cases showed bone unions and the average time was 9.1 weeks. According to Kang's criteria clinically, there were 14 cases which were more than an excellence. One case substituted open reduction and nailing fixation due to a medial migration of K-wire and re- displacement of fracture even in 1 week. However, there wasn't any other major complication. CONCLUSION: Due to its having no additional injury to soft tissues, no scar formations, and its short operation time, percutaneous towel clip reduction and intramedullary fixation will be very useful as one of the treatments of clavicular shaft fracture if it follows correct surgical indications.