Biological properties of Schinus terebinthifolia Raddi essential oil

Abstract Schinus terebinthifolia Raddi green fruits essential oil (EO) was evaluated regarding its phytochemical profile, antimicrobial and cytotoxic activities, and toxicity. Gas chromatography with mass spectrometry was applied to identify its constituents, thereafter the minimum inhibitory concentration, minimum bactericidal and fungicidal concentrations, and its antibiofilm activity were evaluated. The EO cytotoxicity was assessed in tumor and non-tumor human cells, and in vivo toxicity was evaluated in a Galleria mellonella model. The major constituents of S. terebinthifolia EO were alpha-phellandrene and beta-phellandrene. The EO had a weak activity against all strains of Candida albicans (MIC 1000µg/mL) and had no activity against non-albicans strains, bacteria, and C. albicans biofilm. Cytostatic activity against all tumor cell lines was shown. Additionally, cell viability remained at EO concentrations up to 62.5 µg/mL. At 16 mg/mL, 50% hemolysis was observed, and it had low toxicity in vivo. Overall, the S. terebinthifolia EO was characterized by low antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities, with no evidence of toxicity to human tumor and non-tumor cells

Campos impregnados com iodo em cirurgia da coluna: impacto na infecção de sítio cirúrgico / Iodine-impregnated incision drapes in spine surgery: impact on surgical site infection / Paños quirúrgicos impregnados com yodo em cirugía de coluna: impacto en la infección del sitio quirúrgico

Objetivo: Avaliar o impacto de campos adesivos impregnados com iodo (CAII) na prevenção de infecção de sítio cirúrgico (ISC) de coluna vertebral. Método: Coorte retrospectiva que comparou desfecho de ISC em pacientes que utilizaram CAII com os que não usaram, de 2015 a 2019. Resultados: A frequência geral de ISC foi de 16,7%, com a taxa de ISC para os que utilizaram CAII de 40% e, entre os que não usaram, de 60%; p = 0,728; intervalo de confiança de 95% (IC95%) 0,19­3,11. A normotermia foi o único fator protetor independente para ISC (p = 0,043). O tratamento de complicações infecciosas acarretou o incremento de custo hospitalar de 83,6% a cada dia de atendimento. Os pacientes que utilizaram CAII tiveram 10 (± 4,9) dias a menos de permanência hospitalar. Conclusões: Os resultados sugerem que o uso de CAII não foi associado a menor risco de ISC. Esses dados podem ser úteis para o planejamento cirúrgico e a segurança do paciente.

Objective: To evaluate the impact of iodine-impregnated incision drapes (IIIDs) to prevent surgical site infection (SSI) in the spine. Method: Retrospective cohort study comparing SSI outcome in patients in which IIIDs were and were not used, from 2015 to 2019. Results: The overall frequency of SSI was 16.7%, with SSI rate among patients using and not using IIIDs of 40% and 60%, respectively; p = 0.728; 95% confidence interval (95%CI) 0.19­3.11. Normothermia was the only independent protective factor for SSI (p = 0.043). The treatment of infectious complications resulted in hospital costs increase of 83.6% each day of care. Patients who were treated with IIIDs stayed 10 days less (± 4.9) in hospital. Conclusions: The results suggest that the use of IIIDs was not associated with a lower risk of SSI. These data can be useful for surgical planning and patient safety.

Objetivo: Evaluar el impacto de las paños quirúrgicos adhesivos impregnados de yodo (IIIDS) en la prevención de la infección del sitio quirúrgico (ISQ) de la columna. Método: Cohorte retrospectiva que comparó el resultado de ISQ en pacientes que usaron IIIDS con los que no lo hicieron, de 2015 a 2019. Resultados: La frecuencia general de ISQ fue del 16.7%, con una tasa de ISQ para los que usaron IIIDS del 40% y, entre los que no lo usaron, 60%; p = 0,728; Intervalo de confianza del 95% (IC 95%) 0,19­3,11. La normotermia fue el único factor protector independiente para la ISQ (p = 0,043). El tratamiento de las complicaciones infecciosas supuso un aumento de los costes hospitalarios del 83,6% por día de atención. Los pacientes que utilizaron IIIDS tuvieron 10 (± 4,9) días menos de estancia hospitalaria. Conclusiones: Los resultados sugieren que el uso de IIIDS no se asoció con un menor riesgo de ISQ. Estos datos pueden ser útiles para la planificación quirúrgica y la seguridad del paciente.

Ação antimicrobiana do gás ozônio em superfícies e na aeromicrobiota / Acción antimicrobiana del gas ozono en superfi cies y en la microbiota del aire / Antimicrobial action of ozone gas on surfaces and in the air

Resumo Objetivo: Avaliar a ação antimicrobiano do gás ozônio (O3) em superfícies e ar ambiente climatizado artificialmente. Métodos: Estudo experimental/laboratorial e transversal realizado em dez salas de um laboratório de pesquisa em microbiologia médica, com risco de segurança biológica classe 2. As superfícies demarcadas do chão, parede e bancada foram avaliadas, quanto à presença ou ausência de micro-organismos, a partir de coletas feitas com swab umedecido em água destilada estéril, antes e após a exposição do gás O3 gerado por dois equipamentos distintos. Após este procedimento, o swab foi inoculado na superfície do meio de cultura Brain Heart Infusion Agar DIFCO® (BHI), seguindo-se a incubação a 35ºC por 24 horas. Para a análise microbiológica do ar, uma placa com BHI foi exposta aberta por uma hora, antes e após o tratamento do gás O3, sendo incubadas segundo os mesmos critérios. Resultados: A atividade antimicrobiana do gás O3 gerado por ambos os equipamentos foi constatada para todas as áreas investigadas, com registros de redução do número de Unidades Formadoras de Colônias. O potencial de inibição antimicrobiana dos aparelhos se manteve próximo para os critérios de análise adotados, com destaque para as áreas de chão e bancada. Considerando-se todas as salas e percentuais de inibição microbiana, frente aos dois equipamentos, os resultados foram: chão (100%), bancada (90%), parede (50%) e ar, 70%. Conclusão: Os equipamentos geradores de gás O3 apresentaram potencial antimicrobiano para medida de controle de microrganismos presentes em superfícies e ar ambiente climatizado artificialmente, sendo um sanitizante factível para utilização.

Resumen Objetivo: Evaluar la acción antimicrobiana del gas ozono (O3) en superficies y en el aire interior climatizado artificialmente. Métodos: Estudio experimental/de laboratorio y transversal realizado en diez salas de un laboratorio de investigación en microbiología médica, con riesgo de seguridad biológica clase 2. Se evaluaron las superficies delimitadas en el piso, pared y mesa en cuanto a la presencia o ausencia de microorganismos, a partir de muestras recolectadas con hisopo humedecido en agua destilada estéril, antes y después de la exposición del gas O3 generado por dos máquinas distintas. Luego de este procedimiento, el hisopo fue inoculado en la superficie del medio de cultivo Brain Heart Infusion Agar DIFCO® (BHI), y después incubado a 35 °C por 24 horas. Para el análisis microbiológico del aire, se expuso una placa con BHI abierta durante una hora, antes y después del tratamiento del gas O3, y luego se incubó con los mismos criterios. Resultados: Se constató la actividad antimicrobiana del gas O3 generado por ambas máquinas en todas las áreas investigadas, y se registró una reducción del número de unidades formadoras de colonias. El potencial de inhibición antimicrobiana de los dispositivos se mantuvo próximo a los criterios de análisis adoptados, con énfasis en el área del piso y mesa. Considerando todas las salas y porcentajes de inhibición microbiana, con las dos máquinas, los resultados fueron: piso (100 %), mesa (90 %), pared (50 %) y aire (70 %). Conclusión: Las máquinas generadoras de gas O3 presentaron potencial antimicrobiano como medida de control de microorganismos presentes en superficies y aire interior climatizado artificialmente, lo que lo convierte en un desinfectante factible para ser usado.

Abstract Objective: Assess the antimicrobial action of ozone gas (O3) on surfaces and artificially cooled ambient air. Methods: Cross-sectional experimental/laboratory study carried out in ten rooms of a medical microbiology research lab, with class 2 biosafety risk. The demarcated surfaces on the floor, wall and counter were assessed in relation to the presence or absence of microorganisms, based on collections done with swabs dampened in sterile distilled water, before and after exposure to ozone gas produced by two different generators. After this procedure, each swab was inoculated on the surface of a Brain Heart Infusion Agar DIFCO® (BHI) culture, followed by incubation at 35ºC for 24 hours. For the microbiological analysis of the air, a petri dish with BHI was openly exposed for one hour, before and after treatment with O3 gas, and were incubated according to the same criteria. Results: The antimicrobial activity of the O3 gas produced by both generators was checked in all the areas investigated, with records indicating a decrease in the number of colony-forming units. The antimicrobial inhibition potential of the generators was close to the analysis criteria adopted, particularly for the floor and counter areas. Based on all the rooms and microbial inhibition percentages, in relation to the two generators, the results were: floor (100%), counter (90%), wall (50%) and air (70%). Conclusion: The O3 generators had antimicrobial potential as a procedure for controlling microorganisms present on surfaces and in artificially cooled ambient air, constituting a feasible sanitizer.

Complete denture hygiene solutions: antibiofilm activity and effects on physical and mechanical properties of acrylic resin

Abstract Appropriated denture hygiene is a predictive factor for longevity of rehabilitation treatment and maintenance of the oral mucosal health. Although, disinfectant solutions are commonly used as denture cleansers, the impact of these solutions on acrylic resin-based dentures remain unclear. Objective To evaluate, in vitro, the antibiofilm activity of complete denture hygiene solutions and their effects on physical and mechanical properties of acrylic resin. Methodology For antibiofilm activity measurement acrylic resin specimens were contaminated with Candida albicans, Candida glabrata and Streptococcus mutans. After biofilm growth, the specimens were assigned to the hygiene solutions: Distilled water (Control); 0.2% Sodium hypochlorite (SH); Efferdent Power Clean Crystals (EPC) and 6.25% Ricinus communis (RC). The viability of microorganisms was evaluated by agar plate counts. In parallel, physical, and mechanical properties of the acrylic resin were evaluated after simulating a 5-year period of daily immersion in the previously mentioned solutions. The changes in surface roughness, color, microhardness, flexural strength, impact strength, sorption and solubility were evaluated. Data were compared by ANOVA followed by the Tukey test or Kruskal-Wallis followed by the Dunn test depending on the distribution (α=0.05). Results Regarding antibiofilm action, SH eliminated all microorganisms while EPC and RC exhibited moderate action against S. mutans (p=0.001) and C. glabrata (p<0.001), respectively. Relative to effects on the physical and mechanical properties of the acrylic resin, RC led to higher values of color change (p=0.030), hardness (p<0.001), surface roughness (p=0.006) and flexural strength (p<0.001). Moreover, RC induced the highest values of changes in solubility (p<0.001). EPC promoted greater changes in surface morphology, whereas immersion in SH retained the initial appearance of the acrylic resin surface. All hygiene solutions reduced the impact strength (p<0.05). Conclusion SH presented the most effective antibiofilm activity. In addition, changes on properties were observed after immersion in RC, which were considered within acceptable limits.

Estudo do potencial antifúngico e do mecanismo de ação do timol contra cepas de Candida parapsilosis resistentes ao fluconazol e a anfotericina B / Study of the antifungal potential and mechanism of action of thymol against strains of Candida parapsilosis resistant to fluconazole and amphotericin B

Objetivo: investigar a suscetibilidade de cepas fúngicas de Candida parapsilosis isoladas de sangue humano frente ao timol, bem como seu mecanismo de ação. Metodologia: foram utilizadas técnicas de microdiluição em placas de 96 poços para determinar a concentração inibitória mínima (CIM) e concentração fungicida mínima (CFM). Além disso, foram realizados testes com o sorbitol e o ergosterol para investigar a ação do timol na parede e na membrana celular fúngica respectivamente. Resultados: nos testes de CIM e CFM, foi observado que as cepas de C. parapsilosis são resistentes ao fluconazol e a anfotericina B, no entanto, o timol desempenhou efeito fungicida com razão CFM/CIM entre 1 e 2. Além disso, a CIM do timol não aumentou quando o sorbitol ou o ergosterol foi adicionado no meio, sugerindo fortemente que este monoterpeno não age na parede celular fúngica ou por ligação ao ergosterol na membrana plasmática. Conclusão: portanto, esses resultados contribuem para a elucidação do mecanismo de ação do timol, sugerindo outros possíveis alvos de interação fármaco-receptor. No entanto, mais investigações de caráter enzimático e molecular em modelos in vitro são necessários para que se possa elucidar completamente o modo de ação desse promissor monoterpeno.

Objective: to investigate the susceptibility of fungal strains of Candida parapsilosis isolated from human blood against thymol, as well as its mechanism of action. Methodology: microdilution techniques were used in 96-well plates to determine minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum fungicidal concentration (MFC). In addition, tests were performed with sorbitol and ergosterol to investigate the action of thymol on the wall and on the fungal cell membrane respectively. Results: in the CIM and CFM tests, it was observed that C. parapsilosis strains are resistant to fluconazole and amphotericin B, however, thymol had a fungicidal effect with MFC/MIC ratio between 1 and 2. In addition, thymol MIC did not increase when sorbitol or ergosterol was added in the medium, strongly suggesting that this monoterpene does not act on the fungal cell wall or by binding to ergosterol on the plasma membrane. Conclusion: therefore, these results contribute to the elucidation of the mechanism of action of thymol, suggesting other possible targets of drug-receptor interaction. However, further investigations of enzymatic and molecular character in in vitro models are necessary to fully elucidate the mode of action of this promising monoterpene.

Ação inibitória de dentifrícios sobre Streptococcus mutans e Candida albicans: estudo in vitro / Inhibitory effect of dentifrices on Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans: in vitro study

Introdução: este estudo avaliou a ação antimicrobiana de sete dentifrícios nacionais com ação antiplaca ou antimicrobiana, conforme os fabricantes, sobre os patógenos orais Streptococcus mutans e Candida albicans. Métodos: a avaliação dos dentifrícios foi realizada pelo teste de difusão em ágar. Placas de Petri com meios de cultura ágar cérebro coração e ágar Sabourad foram semeadas com suspensão microbiana padronizada de S. mutans e C. albicans. Poços foram confeccionados no ágar semeado e preenchidos com as soluções dos dentifrícios diluídas em 1:1, 1:2, 1:4 e 1:8, além dos controles positivo (solução de clorexidina 2%) e negativo (dentifrício sem princípios ativos). Após incubação por 48h/37°C, os halos de inibição do crescimento microbiano foram medidos com paquímetro e régua milimetrada, e os resultados finais dos halos obtidos em milímetros. Resultados e conclusão: verificou-se que todos os dentifrícios, na diluição de 1:1, foram efetivos sobre C. albicans e S. mutans, exceto o composto de bicarbonato de sódio e extratos vegetais, o qual não inibiu S. mutans. Na diluição de 1:2, somente o dentifrício contendo triclosan inibiu C. albicans, enquanto todos mostraram algum potencial de inibição ao S. mutans. Nas demais diluições, não foram observados halos de inibição de ambos os microrganismos. A C. albicans demonstrou ser mais resistente à ação inibitória dos antimicrobianos dos dentifrícios testados neste estudo. S. mutans demonstrou ser mais sensível à ação dos dentifrícios, no entanto, a diluição durante a escovação dentária reduz a ação inibitória esperada, indicando a importância da remoção mecânica do biofilme.(AU)

Introduction: this study analyzed the antimicrobial activity in seven national dentifrices with antiplaque or antimicrobial substances in their composition, according the manufacturer, on the oral pathogens Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans. Methods: the dentifrices antimicrobial effect evaluation was carried out by agar diffusion test. S. mutans and C. albicans. Padronized microbial suspension was cultured on Petri dishes containing Brain Hearth Agar and Sabourad Agar, respectively. Wells were prepared in the cultured agar and filled with 1:1, 1:2, 1:4 and 1:8 dilutions of dentifrice solutions, and besides positive (2% chlorhexidine solutions) and negative controls (dentifrices without active ingredients). After 48h/37°C incubation, the microbial growing inhibition zones were measured with a paquimeter and a millimeter rule, being the final zone results obtained in millimeters. Results and conclusion: on 1:1 dilution, all dentifrices were effective on C. albicans and S. mutans, except one with vegetal extract and sodium bicarbonate composition, which did not inhibit S. mutans. In 1:2 dilution, only tricolsan-containing dentifrice inhibited C. albicans, while all dentifrices presented some inhibition potential on S. mutans. There were no inhibition zones for both microorganims in other dilutions. We concluded that C. albicans showed to be more resistant to antimicrobial agents tested in the dentifrices, in this study. S. mutans showed to be more sensitive to tested dentifrices, however, the product dilution during toothbrushing reduces the expected inhibitory action, strengthening the importance of the mechanical removal of dental biofilm.(AU)

Gangrena de Fournier / Fournier's gangrene

Introducción: La gangrena de Fournier es una enfermedad infecciosa caracterizada por una fascitis necrotizante de evolución fulminante que afecta a la región perineal, genital o perianal, con una rápida progresión y alta letalidad. Objetivo: Describir la sintomatología del paciente y buena evolución, a pesar de varios factores de mal pronóstico. Caso clínico: Se trata de un paciente masculino de 77 años de edad, diabético e hipertenso, remitido a cuidados intensivos, desde el servicio de Urología, con el diagnóstico de gangrena de Fournier, descontrol metabólico y agudización de su enfermedad renal crónica. Conclusiones: Con el tratamiento médico quirúrgico intensivo y la utilización de oxigenación hiperbárica, tuvo una evolución favorable, hasta su egreso(AU)

Introduction: Fournier gangrene is an infectious disease characterized by a necrotizing fascitis of fulminant evolution that affects the perineal, genital or perianal region, with rapid progression and high lethality. Objective: To describe the patient symptomatology and good evolution, despite several factors of poor prognosis. Clinical case: 77-year-old male patient, diabetic and hypertensive, referred to intensive care, from the urology department, with the diagnosis of Fournier gangrene, metabolic decontrol and exacerbation of chronic kidney disease. Conclusions: With intensive surgical and medical treatment and the use of hyperbaric oxygenation, he had a favorable evolution, until his discharge(AU)

Sepsis, causas directas de muerte y resistencia bacteriana en una unidad de cuidados intensivos / Sepsis, direct causes of death and bacterial resistance in an intensive care unit

RESUMEN Introducción: la sepsis representa, en la actualidad, un problema a nivel mundial, con alta incidencia y un significativo impacto en las unidades de cuidados intensivos, lugar de atención de pacientes con estados deteriorados de salud. Objetivo: evaluar el comportamiento de la sepsis en la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos 2 del Hospital General Docente "Abel Santamaría Cuadrado", en el 2018. Métodos: se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo, longitudinal y retrospectivo del comportamiento del índice general de sepsis, las causas directas de muerte y la resistencia bacteriana en la unidad de cuidados intensivos seleccionada. Resultados: el índice general de sepsis en el año 2018 fue de 45,2 % (media), entre las causas directas de muerte el shock séptico y el síndrome de disfunción multiorgánica estuvieron presentes, además de la bronconeumonía severa bilateral. Se demostró in vitro, la resistencia bacteriana a algunos de los antimicrobianos que se utilizan en la actualidad. Conclusiones: se constató que la sepsis constituyó una entidad común y en aumento en el servicio estudiado.

ABSTRACT Introduction: sepsis today represents a worldwide problem, with high incidence and a significant impact on intensive care units, the setting of patients' care with deteriorated health conditions. Objective: to evaluate the behavior of sepsis at No-2 Intensive Care Unit, Abel Santamaría Cuadrado General Teaching Hospital, during 2018. Methods: an observational, descriptive, longitudinal and retrospective study was conducted in relation to the behavior of rate of the general sepsis, direct causes of death and bacterial resistance in the chosen Intensive Care Unit. Results: the general rate of sepsis in 2018 was 45.2% (the mean), among the direct causes of death were septic shock and Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS) were present in addition to severe bilateral bronchopneumonia and bacterial resistance confirmed in vitro to some of the antimicrobials that are in use today. Conclusions: it was confirmed sepsis constituted a common entity and in increasing rate in the service studied.

Effect of Thermomechanical Fatigue on Shear Strength between a Conventional and an Experimental Polymer for Prosthetic Application / Efeito da Fadiga Termomecânica na Resistência ao Cisalhamento Entre um Polímero Convencional e um Polímero Experimental para Aplicação Protética

The incorporation of antimicrobial agents may influence the mechanical properties of acrylic resins. Thus, the use of these agents only in regions of dental prostheses subject to greater contamination may be an alternative. This study evaluates the effect of thermomechanical fatigue on the bond strength between a conventional and an experimental acrylic resin incorporated with nanostructured silver vanadate decorated with silver nanoparticles (AgVO3). 60 specimens (Ø13mm x 23mm height) in self-curing resin were obtained and divided into groups according to the experimental resin incorporated with AgVO3 (Ø4mm x 6mm height): G1­Conventional x Conventional, G2­Conventional x 2.5% of AgVO3, G3­Conventional x 5% of AgVO3. Ten samples of each group were subjected to bond strength analysis after manufacture, and 10 were previously submitted to 1.200.000 cycles with 98N load and 2Hz/second frequency and alternating baths of 5 ºC, 37ºC and 55 ºC. The fracture area was analyzed. The data were submitted to analysis of variance of two-factors with Bonferroni adjustment for post hoc comparisons (α=0.05) was used. The fatigue did not affect the bond strength (p=0.416), however, there was influence of the AgVO3 concentration on the bond strength between the resins (p=0.013). Mixed failures with adhesive predominance were observed in samples without AgVO3 and cohesive failures in samples with the nanomaterial. The use of AgVO3 can improve or maintain the bond strength between resins with no thermomechanical fatigue influence. (AU).

A incorporação de agentes antimicrobianos pode influenciar nas propriedades mecânicas de resinas acrílicas. Desta forma, o uso destes agentes apenas em regiões das próteses dentárias sujeitas a maior contaminação pode ser uma alternativa. Este estudo avalia o efeito da fadiga termomecânica na resistência de união entre uma resina acrílica convencional e uma experimental incorporada com vanadato de prata nanoestruturado decorado com nanopartículas de prata (AgVO3). Foram obtidos 60 espécimes (Ø13mm x 23mm de altura) em resina autopolimerizável, divididos em grupos de acordo com a resina experimental incorporada com AgVO3 (Ø4mm x 6mm de altura): G1-Convencional x Convencional, G2-Convencional x 2,5% de AgVO3, G3 -Convencional x 5% de AgVO3. Dez amostras de cada grupo foram submetidas à análise de resistência à união após a confecção e 10 foram submetidas previamente a 1.200.000 ciclos com carga de 98 N e frequência de 2Hz/segundo e banhos alternados de 5 ºC, 37 ºC e 55 ºC. A área de fratura foi analisada. Os dados foram submetidos à análise de variância de dois fatores com ajuste de Bonferroni para comparações pos hoc (α = 0,05). A fadiga não afetou a força de união (p=0,416), no entanto, houve influência da concentração de AgVO3 na resistência de união entre as resinas (p=0,013). Falhas mistas com predominância adesiva foram observadas nas amostras sem AgVO3 e falhas coesivas nas amostras contendo o nanomaterial. O uso de AgVO3 pode melhorar ou manter a resistência da união entre as resinas sem influência da fadiga termomecânica.

In vitro Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Potential of Salvia officinalis L. against Oral Pathogens / Avaliação in vitro do Potencial Antimicrobiano da Salvia officinalis L. Frente a Patógenos Orais

The emergence of multidrug-resistant strains to antibiotics has motivated the search for new substances with antimicrobial activity, especially those derived from medicinal plants. Salvia officinalis L. is a medicinal plant that arouses scientific interest due to being associated with multiple therapeutic effects. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the in vitro antimicrobial potential of S. officinalis L. against pathogens in the oral cavity. The antimicrobial potential of the ethanol extract of leaf of S. officinalis L was evaluated by broth microdilution, with determination of minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and Minimum bactericidal/Fungicide concentration (MBC / MFC), against the species Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus mitis, Streptococcus oralis, Streptococcus salivarius, Streptococcus sanguis, Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, Candida guillermond, Candida krusei and Candida tropicalis. The extract showed moderate antifungal potential before Candida species (MIC = 1 mg/mL). And for the species of Streptococcus, the antimicrobial activity was from moderate to strong whose MIC ranged from 0.25 to 1 mg/mL. In this study, the extract from the leaves of S. officinalis L. presented oral cavity antimicrobial activity against pathogens. These results point to S. officinalis as a possible source of active ingredients in the development of formulations with antimicrobial activity of dental use. (AU).

O surgimento de cepas multirresistentes a antibióticos tem motivado a busca de novas substâncias com atividade antimicrobiana, especialmente aquelas oriundas de plantas medicinais. A Salvia officinalis L. é uma planta medicinal que desperta interesse científico por estar associada a múltiplos efeitos terapêuticos. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar o potencial antimicrobiano in vitro da S. officinalis L. frente a patógenos da cavidade bucal. O potencial antimicrobiano do extrato etanólico da folha da S. officinalis L foi avaliado por meio da microdiluição em caldo, com determinação da Concentração Inibitória Mínima (CIM) e Concentração Bactericida/Fungicida Mínima (CBM/CFM), frente as espécies Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus mitis, Streptococcus oralis, Streptococcus salivarius, Streptococcus sanguis, Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, Candida guillermond, Candida krusei e Candida tropicalis. O extrato apresentou moderado potencial antifúngico frente às espécies de Candida (CIM = 1 mg/mL). Para as espécies de Streptococcus, o potencial antimicrobiano foi considerado forte a moderado, com valores de CIM variando entre 0,25 a 1 mg/mL. Neste estudo, o extrato da folha de S. officinalis L. apresentou potencial antimicrobiano contra patógenos da cavidade bucal. Esses resultados apontam a S. officinalis como uma possível fonte de princípios ativos no desenvolvimento de formulações com atividade antimicrobiana de uso odontológico. (AU).

Avaliação da atividade antibacteriana de extratos de plantas medicinais: Significância sanitária em região de tríplice fronteira / Evaluation of the antibacterial activity of extracts of medicinal plants: Sanitary significance in the region of triple border

Nesta tese, objetivou-se avaliar a ação antibacteriana in vitro dos extratos das plantas medicinais mais utilizadas no município de Foz do Iguaçu e região,sobre Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae e Staphylococcus aureus. As plantas mais utilizadas no município de Foz do Iguaçu e região, que são: Mikania glomerata (Guaco), Mentha piperita (Hortelã), Maytenus officinalis (Espinheira-santa) e Aloe vera (Babosa) foram preparadas como fitoterápicos e cedidas pelo Horto de plantas medicinais da hidroelétrica Itaipu Binacional. Para esta avaliação foram preparados extratos hidroalcóolico a 70% por percolação e extratos aquosos por infusão destas plantas. Os extratos hidroalcóolicos foram levados a rota-evaporação e os aquosos ao liofilizador. Também foi extraído o óleo essencial da hortelã pimenta empregando o método de destilação por arraste a vapor d'água em aparelho de Clevenger seguido da cromatografia por camada delgada. A atividade antibacteriana dos extratos foi testada sobre as linhagens padrão de Pseudomonas aeruginosaATCC (27853), Staphylococcus aureusATCC (25923) e Klebsiella pneumoniaeATCC (13883). A determinação das concentrações inibitórias mínimas (CIM)e das concentrações bactericidas mínimas (CBM)dos extratos vegetais sobre as linhagens bacterianas foram determinadas pelo método de microdiluição em microplaca segundo a metodologia preconizada pelo Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI). Entre os extratos hidroalcoólicos e aquosos das plantas testados, somente o extrato hidroalcoólico de Guaco (Mikania glomerata) apresentou atividade antibacteriana positiva sobre Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, na concentração de 200 µg. Também foi observada atividade antibacteriana do óleo essencial da Hortelã pimenta (Mentha piperita) sobre Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, com CIM de 1000 µg/mL, Klebsiella pneumoniaeATCC 13883 com CIM de 2000 µg/mL e CBM > 2000 µg/mL e Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 27853 com CIM e CBM de 2000 µg/mL.Os fitoterápicos mais prescritos nas unidades básicas de saúde do município de Foz do Iguaçu são o Guaco e a Espinheira Santa. Considerando os resultados dos esperimentos que apontam a atividade antibacteriana dos extratos das plantas medicinais mais utilizadas em Foz do Iguaçu e região, pode-se indicar que os estratos de Guaco, Hortelã-pimenta, Espinheira Santa e Babosa, bem como óleo essencial de hortelã-pimeta prometem uma altermativa possível no tratamento de doenças infecciosas

In this thesis, the objective was to evaluate the in vitro antibacterial action of extracts of medicinal plants most used in the municipality of Foz do Iguaçu and region, on Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Staphylococcus aureus. The most used plants in the municipality of Foz do Iguaçu and region, which are: Mikania glomerata (Guaco), Mentha piperita (Hortelã pimenta), Maytenus officinalis (Espinheira-santa) and Aloe vera (Babosa) were prepared as phytotherapics and yielded by Horto de plants of the Itaipu Binacional hydroelectric plant. For this evaluation 70% hydroalcoholic extracts were prepared by percolation and aqueous extracts by infusion of these plants. The hydroalcoholic extracts were rotoevaporated and the aqueous extracts were added to the lyophilizer. The peppermint essential oil was also extracted using the water vapor distillation method in a Clevenger apparatus followed by thin layer chromatography. The antibacterial activity of the extracts was tested on the standard strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC (27853), Staphylococcus aureus ATCC (25923) and Klebsiella pneumoniae ATCC (13883). The determination of minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentrations (CBM) of the plant extracts on the bacterial strains were determined by the microplate microdilution method according to the methodology recommended by the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI). Among the hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts of the plants tested, only the hydroalcoholic extract of Guaco (Mikania glomerata) showed positive antibacterial activity on Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, in the concentrations of 400 ?g and 200 ?g. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostaticg and 200 ?g and 200 ?g. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostaticg. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostatic activity. Antimicrobial activity of peppermint (Mentha piperita) essential oil on Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, with MIC of 1000 ?g and 200 ?g. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostaticg / mL, Klebsiella pneumoniae ATCC 13883 with MIC of 2000 ?g and 200 ?g. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostaticg / mL and CBM >= 2000 ?g and 200 ?g. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostaticg / mL and Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 27853 with MIC and CBM of 2000 ?g and 200 ?g. The other hydroalcoholic and aqueous extracts presented bacteriostaticg / ml. The most prescribed herbal medicines in the basic health units of the municipality of Foz do Iguaçu are Guaco and Espinheira Santa. Considering the results of the experiments that point out the antibacterial and bacteriostatic activity of the most used medicinal plants in Foz do Iguaçu, it is possible to indicate that the extracts of Guaco, Peppermint, Espinheira Santa and Babosa as well as peppermint essential oil can serve as an alternative in the treatment of infectious diseases

Análisis bibliométrico de las publicaciones peruanas relacionadas a resistencia antimicrobiana en SCOPUS (1992-2017) / Bibliometric analysis of Peruvian publications on antimicrobial resistance in Scopus database (1992-2017)

La resistencia antimicrobiana es un fenómeno generalizado que puede afectar a cualquier persona sin distinguir edad o país de procedencia. Hasta la fecha no existen estudios bibliométricos peruanos sobre resistencia antimicrobiana. Este estudio se llevó a cabo para analizar y presentar indicadores bibliométricos relacionados con las publicaciones peruanas sobre resistencia antimicrobiana. La recolección de datos se llevó a cabo utilizando la base de datos Scopus. Se recuperaron un total de 34 artículos. Las publicaciones aumentaron considerablemente a partir del año 2015, y llegaron a un récord de 11 el año 2017. De estas, la mayoría fueron artículos originales, redactados con más frecuencia, en inglés. Las publicaciones se originaron en diferentes regiones del mundo, incluidas América del Norte, Europa y América Latina. La mayor parte de los artículos recuperados se publicaron en revistas prestigiosas de biología, medicina, microbiología y en revistas relacionadas con el control de infecciones.

Antimicrobial resistance is a generalized phenomenon that can affect people from any age or country. To date, there are no Peruvian bibliometric studies on antimicrobial resistance. This study was carried out to analyze and present bibliometric indicators related to Peruvian publications on antimicrobial resistance. Data collection was performed using the Scopus database. A total of 34 articles were retrieved. Peruvian publications on antimicrobial resistance increased considerably since 2015, reaching a record of 11 in 2017. Out of these, most of the documents were original articles and the most frequent language was English. Publications originated in different parts of the world, including North America, Europe and Latin America. Most of the retrieved articles were published in prestigious journals of biology, medicine and microbiology, and journals related to infection control.

Effect of glutamine ingestion on the progression of induced periodontitis: experimental study in rats / Efeito da ingestão de glutamina na progressão de periodontite induzida: estudo experimental em ratos

Introduction: With glutamine supplementation there is better performance in the body's defense system. Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of glutamine supplementation on ligand-induced periodontal disease in rats. Material and method: 48 selected male Wistar rats were divided into 4 groups (N = 12): control group (CG) including healthy animals receiving daily saline solution via gavage; glutamine group (GG) including healthy animals receiving oral glutamine supplementation by gavage at a dose of 1.5 g / kg / day; periodontitis group (PG) including animals with induced periodontal disease on both upper sides receiving daily saline solution via gavage; experimental group (EG) including animals with induced periodontal disease on both upper sides receiving daily glutamine via gavage at a dose of 1.5 g / kg / day. On the 30th day, all animals were euthanized by excess anesthetic. Result: In the various analyses, the EG (116.63 ± 22.50 mm2) compared to the CG (82.32 ± 7.48 mm2) obtained a p<0.05. The PG (143.15 ± 35.24 mm2) compared to the EG group (116.63 ± 22.50 mm2 ) presented a p<0.05. The PG (143.15 ± 35.24 mm2) compared to the CG (82.32 ± 7.48 mm2) presented a p<0.05. The GG (118.09 ± 10.4 mm2) compared to the CG (82.32 ± 7.48 mm2) presented a p>0.05. Conclusion: Glutamine supplementation associated with induced periodontal disease demonstrated a smaller amount of bone loss compared to the periodontitis group.

Introdução: Com a suplementação de glutamina há um melhor desempenho no sistema de defesa do corpo. Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar o efeito da suplementação de glutamina na doença periodontal induzida por ligatura em ratos. Material e método: Foram selecionados 48 ratos machos da linhagem Wistar divididos em 4 grupos (N = 12): grupo controle (GC) incluindo animais saudaveis recebendo solução salina diariamente via gavagem; grupo glutamina (GG) incluindo animais saudaveis que receberam suplementação oral de glutamina por gavagem a uma dose de 1,5 g/kg/dia; grupo periodontite (GP) incluindo animais com doença periodontal induzida na maxila em ambos os lados recebendo solução salina diária via gavagem; grupo experimental (GE) incluindo animais com doença periodontal induzida na maxila nos dois lados recebendo glutamina diária via gavagem na dose de 1,5 g/kg/dia. No 30º dia, todos os animais foram eutanasiados por excesso de anestésico. Resultado: Nas várias análises, o GE (116,63 ± 22,50 mm2) comparado ao GC (82,32 ± 7,48 mm2) obteve um p<0,05. O GP (143,15 ± 35,24 mm2) comparado ao grupo GE (116,63 ± 22,50 mm2) apresentou p<0,05. O GP (143,15 ± 35,24 mm2) comparado ao GC (82,32 ± 7,48 mm2) apresentou p<0,05. O GG (118,09 ± 10,4 mm2 ) comparado ao GC (82,32 ± 7,48 mm2) apresentou p>0,05. Conclusão: A suplementação de glutamina associada à doença periodontal induzida demonstrou uma menor perda óssea em comparação com o grupo periodontite.

Effect of the Bis-Dimethylamino Benzydrol Coinitiator on the Mechanical and Biological Properties of a Composite

Abstract To examine the effect of the alternative coinitiator 4,4'bis dimethylamino benzydrol (BZN) in degree of conversion (DC), mechanical and biological properties of experimental composites. The coinitiator BZN was used in three concentrations (0.2, 0.5 and 1.2%), and the coinitiator DMAEMA was used as control at the same concentrations as above. The molar concentration of camphorquinone (CQ) and coinitiators was kept constant (1:1). The composites were manipulated and submitted to microhardness test (VHN), flexural and compressive strength (in MPa), elastic modulus (GPa), DC (FT-IR) and in vitro cytotoxicity (against 3T3 fibroblastic cells) of the experimental resins. Data were subjected to two-way ANOVA and Tukey post-test (α=0.05). The experimental composite resin with BZN showed higher DC values compared to control DMAEMA groups. For the mechanical properties, microhardness values were higher in BZN groups; flexural strength and elastic modulus were similar between all the groups. Compressive strength for groups BZN0.5 and DMAEMA0.5 were not statistically different, being the lowest values attributed to group BZN0.2. The experimental resins with BZN and DMAEMA were considered nontoxic against 3T3 fibroblasts. The inclusion of the coinitiator BZN in experimental composites was considered nontoxic against 3T3 fibroblast cells, without compromising DC and mechanical properties.

Resumo Analisar o efeito do co-iniciador alternativo 4,4'bisdimetilaminobenzidrol (BZN) no grau de conversão (GC) e nas propriedades mecânicas e biológicas de resinas compostas experimentais. O co-iniciador BZN foi utilizado em três concentrações (0,2, 0,5 e 1,2), e o co-iniciador DMAEMA como controle, nas mesmas concentrações acima. A concentração molar entre canforoquinona (CQ) e os co-iniciadores foi mantida constante (1:1). As resinas compostas foram manipuladas e submetidas aos testes de microdureza (VHN), resistência à compressão e flexural (em MPa), módulo de elasticidade (em GPa), GC (em %, por meio de espectroscopia micro-Raman e FTIR com KBr), citotoxicidade in vitro (frente às células fibroblásticas 3T3) das resinas experimentais. Os resultados foram submetidos ao teste ANOVA 1 fator e pós-teste de Tukey (α=0,05). As resinas compostas experimentais com o BZN apresentaram GC e propriedades mecânicas satisfatórias, além de serem consideradas atóxicas a fibroblastos 3T3. A inclusão do co-iniciador BZN à resina composta foi considerada não tóxica frente a células fibroblásticas 3T3 e sem comprometer o grau de conversão e as propriedades mecânicas da mesma.

Atividade antibacteriana de óleos essenciais de café verde e torrado (Coffea arabica), Cacau (Theobroma cacao), casca e folha de canela do ceilão (Cinnamomum zeylanicun) / Antibacterial activity of essential oils from green and roasted coffee (Coffea arabica), Cacau (Theobroma cacao), bark and cinnamon leaf from Ceylon (Cinnamomum zeylanicun)

Diversos conservantes naturais têm sido utilizados na inativação de micro-organismos, sem efeitos adversos com relação aos valores nutricionais dos alimentos e da saúde humana. Entretanto, estudos apontam reações adversas aos aditivos sintéticos, tais como reações tóxicas e o possível desenvolvimento de cânceres específicos. A busca por agentes antimicrobianos naturais em alternativa aos conservantes sintéticos tem sido constante; a fim de proporcionar o controle microbiológico e a extensão da vida de prateleira, excluindo, portanto, as desvantagens trazidas pelo uso de aditivos artificiais, através de ação antimicrobiana de óleos essenciais. O objetivo do trabalho foi verificar a ação antibacteriana dos óleos essenciais de café verde e torrado (Coffea arabica), cacau (Theobroma cacao), casca e folha de canela-do- -Ceilão (Cinnamomum zeylanicun) sobre as bactérias Bacillus cereus, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella Enteritidis e Salmonella Typhimurium. Os óleos essenciais foram impregnados em discos de papel filtro de 6 mm de diâmetro, próprios para antibiograma; sendo posteriormente colocados em placas de Petri contendo Ágar Nutriente previamente semeado com os micro-organismos. As mesmas foram incubadas a 35°C por 24 e 48 horas. Após este período foi possível observar e medir o diâmetro dos halos e, halos iguais ou superiores a 10 mm foram considerados significativos de atividade antimicrobiana. Os óleos essenciais de cacau, canela casca e canela folha inibiram significativamente todos os micro-organismos testados. E. coli foi inibida significativamente por todos os óleos essenciais. O óleo essencial de canela casca demonstrou os melhores efeitos inibitórios, sendo o mais significativo sobre a E. coli (halo de 36 mm).(AU)

In vitro evaluation of the antimicrobial activity of Basil ( Ocimum baslicum L. ) and Coriander ( Coriandrum satirum L. ) oil extracts on Streptococus mutans

Plant extracts and essential oils show efficiency on growth control in a wide variation of microorganisms, including filamentous fungi, yeasts and bacteria. To evaluate antimicrobial activity of plant extracts, determine the lower quantity of substance to inhibit the microorganism test growth is necessary. This value is known as Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC). This study had as aim to verify the antimicrobial action and the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) and coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) oil extract before S. mutans (ATCC 25175) strains. Antimicrobial activity determination was carried out by microdilution method and performed according to recommendations of CLSI (previously known as NCCLS), standard M7-A6 (NCCLS, 2003) for bacteria, and standard M27-A2 (NCCLS, 2002). All the experiments were carried out in triplicate. Results showed the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) determination by microdilution method in broth showed Ocimum basilicum L. and Coriandrum sativum L. extract oils presented inhibitory activity before S. mutans strain. Basil in 1:4 concentration is bacteriostatic and in 1:3 concentration is bactericide. Coriander in 1:2 concentration is bacteriostatic and in 1:1 concentration is bactericide. We concluded that basil presented higher inhibitory activity regarding to the coriander. We also observed as bigger the extract dilution, lower their effectivity.o assess the attitude and practice of dental professionals towards using of advance Radiographic technique.

Atividade Inibitória de Óleos Essenciais Vegetais Frente à Candida glabrata, Resistente a Fluconazol / Inhibitory Activity of Essential Oils Extracted From Plants Against Fluconazole-Resistant Candida glabrata

Introdução: A candidose oral é uma infecção fúngica que se manifesta frequentemente em pacientes imunocomprometidos ou naqueles que fazem uso de prótese dental removível, associada a hábitos de higiene deficitários. Antifúngicos sintéticos, a exemplo do fluconazol, são utilizados no tratamento desta infecção; entretanto algumas cepas apresentam resistência a estes fármacos. Objetivo: Este estudo avaliou o efeito antifúngico dos óleos essenciais de Persea americana (abacate), Cinnamomumzeylanicum (canela ­ folha), Cinnamomumcassia (canela ­ casca) e Cymbopogonwinterianus (citronela), frente à Candidaglabrata. Material e Métodos: O screening da atividade antifúngica dos óleos foi determinado por difusão em meio sólido, utilizando um inóculofúngico ajustado em 1 × 106 UFC/mL. A Concentração Inibitória Mínima (CIM) foi determinada pela técnica da microdiluição. Os óleos essenciais foram avaliados em concentrações entre 1000 µg/mL e 7,81 µg/mL, enquanto que os fármacos Fluconazol e Nistatina foram avaliados nas concentrações que entre 64 µg/mL e 0,5 µg/mL. Resultados: Os halos de inibição mensurados variaram entre 8,2 e 9,2 mm de diâmetro, respectivamente para C. winterianuse C. cassia.Os óleos essenciais de C. winterianuse C. zeylanicumapresentaram CIM de 125 µg/mL, enquanto a CIM de C. cassiafoi 62,5 µg/mL. A CIM dos fármacos utilizados como controle foram estabelecidasem 16 µg/mL(fluconazol) e 2,0 µg/mL(nistatina). O óleo essencial de P. americana não apresentou atividade antifúngica nas concentrações avaliadas. Conclusão: Conclui-se que os óleos essenciais de canela (casca e folha) e citronela apresentaram atividade antifúngica frente a cepa de C. glabrataresistente a fluconazol. (AU)

Introduction: Oral candidiasis is a fungal infection diagnosed mainly in patients with immunosuppression or in denture wearers with deficient hygiene habits. Synthetic antifungal agents, such as fluconazole, have been used to treat this infection, but some strains are resistant to these drugs. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the antifungal effect of the essential oils from Persia americana (avocado), Cinnamomum zeylanicum (cinnamon - leaf), Cinnamomum cassia (cinnamon - bark) and Cymbopogon winterianus (citronella) against Candida glabrata. Materials and Methods: The essential oils were screened for their antifungal activity using the solid medium diffusion method, with fungal inoculum adjusted to 1 x 106 CFU/mL. The Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) was determined by the microdilution technique. The essential oils were evaluated at concentrations ranging between 1,000 µg/mL and 7.81 µg/mL, while fluconazole and nystatin were evaluated at concentrations between 64 µg/mL and 0.5 µg/ mL. Results: The zones of inhibition measured varied between 8.2 and 9.2 mm diameter for C. winterianus and C. cassia, respectively. The essential oils from C. winterianusand and C. zeylanicum had MIC of 125 µg/ml, while C. cassia essential oil had MIC of 62.5 µg/ml. The drugs used as controls showed MIC values of 16 µg/mL (fluconazole) and 2.0 µg/mL (nystatin). P. americana essential oil showed no antifungal activity at the concentrations evaluated. Conclusion: We conclude that the essential oils from cinnamon (bark and leaf) and citronella showed antifungal activity against fluconazole-resistant C. glabrata. (AU)

In vitro effects of Melaleuca alternifolia essential oil on growth and production of volatile sulphur compounds by oral bacteria

ABSTRACT Objective Halitosis can be caused by microorganisms that produce volatile sulphur compounds (VSCs), which colonize the surface of the tongue and subgingival sites. Studies have reported that the use of natural products can reduce the bacterial load and, consequently, the development of halitosis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of the essential oil of Melaleuca alternifolia on the growth and volatile sulphur compound (VSC) production of oral bacteria compared with chlorhexidine. Material and Methods The effects of these substances were evaluated by the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) and Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC) in planktonic cultures of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Porphyromonas endodontalis. In addition, gas chromatography analyses were performed to measure the concentration of VSCs from bacterial cultures and to characterize M. alternifolia oil components. Results The MIC and MBC values were as follows: M. alternifolia - P. gingivalis (MIC and MBC=0.007%), P. endodontalis (MIC and MBC=0.007%=0.5%); chlorhexidine - P. gingivalis and P. endodontalis (MIC and MBC=1.5 mg/mL). M. alternifolia significantly reduced the growth and production of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) by P. gingivalis (p<0.05, ANOVA-Dunnet) and the H2S and methyl mercaptan (CH3SH) levels of P. endodontalis (p<0.05, ANOVA-Dunnet). Chlorhexidine reduced the growth of both microorganisms without altering the production of VSC in P. endodontalis. For P. gingivalis, the production of H2S and CH3SH decreased (p<0.05, ANOVA-Dunnet). Conclusion M. alternifolia can reduce bacterial growth and VSCs production and could be used as an alternative to chlorhexidine.

Herbal Root Canal Irrigants - A Review

Disinfection of the root canal system is one of the major objectives for the success of root canal treatment. Recently, their has been a growing trend to seek natural remedies as part of dental treatment. Herbal root canal irrigants are proven to be antibacterial, antifungal, economical and contains active constituents that have beneficial therapeutic effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and radical scavenging activity, safe to use with no side effects and have proven to be an added advantage over the traditional chemical root canal irrigants. This review aims in providing a comprehensive overview of most commonly used herbal root canal irrigants in routine endodontic practice.

Antimicrobial activity of essential oil from Baccharis trimera (Less.) DC. (carqueja-amarga) / Aceite esencial de Baccharis trimera (Less.) DC. (carqueja-amarga): actividad antimicrobiana

Introduction: the recent enhancement of interest in green consumerism has given rise to a renewed scientific awareness towards essential oils. Essential oil from Baccharis trimera (Less.) DC. (B. trimera) (Asteraceae) is cited as one of the ten most consumed oils by the cosmetic and other industries in Brazil. Objective: to investigate the antimicrobial activity of the essential oil from the leaves of B. trimera against Staphylococcus epidermidis ATCC 12228, Proteus vulgaris ATCC 13315, Micrococcus luteus ATCC 7468 and Corynebacterium xerosis IAL105, which are the main bacteria responsible for bad perspiration odor. Methods: the gas chromatography (GC) analysis was performed and the antimicrobial activity was evaluated by means of the turbidimetric method, using a microdilution assay. Results: ywenty constituents were identified, being that ß-pinene (23.4 percent) was the major compound found. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) values of the essential oil ranged from 500 µg/mL to 1,000 µg/mL. A detrimental effect of the essential oil was observed on the morphology of cell membranes of the bacteria studied by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Conclusions: the results demonstrate the essential oil of B. trimera has potential in the application of antimicrobial agents in personal care products(AU)

Introducción: el reciente aumento del interés por el consumo verde ha dado lugar a una renovada conciencia científica hacia a los aceites esenciales. El aceite esencial de Baccharis trimera (Less.) DC. (B. trimera) (Asteraceae) es considerado uno de los diez aceites más consumidos por la industria cosmética del Brasil. Objetivos: valorar la actividad antimicrobiana del aceite esencial de hojas de B. trimera frente al Staphylococcus epidermidis ATCC 12228, Proteus vulgaris ATCC 13315, Micrococcus luteus ATCC 7468 y Corynebacterium xerosis IAL105, que son las principales bacterias responsables del mal olor que es consecuencia de la transpiración. Métodos: se realizó la cromatografía de gases (GG) y la actividad antimicrobiana fué valorada por el método turbidimétrico, usando el ensayo de microdilución. Resultados: se identificarón veinte constituyentes, siendo el ß-pineno (23,4 por ciento) el principal compuesto encontrado. Los valores de la concentración mínima inhibitoria (CMI) del aceite esencial variaron de 500 µg/mL a 1,000 µg/mL. Se observó un efecto perjudicial del aceite esencial en la morfología de las membranas celulares de las bacterias estudiadas por microscopía electrónica de barrido (SEM). Conclusión: los resultados demuestran que el aceite esencial de B. trimera tiene potencial en la aplicación de los agentes antimicrobianos en productos de higiene personal(AU)