O mar que habita em mim: estratégias de comunicação sobre o trabalho da pesca artesanal de mulheres das águas / The sea that lives in me: communication strategies about the artisanal fishing work of women from the Waters / El mar que habita en mí: estrategias de comunicación sobre el trabajo pesquero artesanal de las mujeres de las aguas

As pescadoras artesanais do litoral de Pernambuco enfrentam os impactos das indústrias, do derramamento de petróleo e da pandemia de covid-19, conformando uma sindemia que agrava as vulnerabilidades socioe-conômicas, ambientais e sanitárias. Objetivou-se demonstrar que estratégias de comunicação e divulgação científica, como a cartilha "Saúde das mulheres das águas" e o documentário O mar que habita em mim, são importantes por promoverem a democratização do conhecimento. Trata-se de pesquisa-ação do tipo etnográfica para identificar aspectos do trabalho e da vida. Participaram 34 pescadoras, mediante grupos focais, oficina de fluxograma laboral, vivência do trabalho da pesca, análise e produção de estratégias. Esses materiais demonstram a relação saúde doença no trabalho da pesca enfatizando narrativas sobre deter-minação social da saúde. As estratégias comunicativas provocaram interesse da sociedade, promoveram debate e contribuíram para a consciência de profissionais/gestores de saúde sobre os povos das águas e as situações nos territórios.

Artisanal fisherwomen of Pernambuco face the impacts of the industries, of an oil spill and of the covid-19 pandemic, forming a syndemic that aggravates socioeconomic, environmental and health vulnerabilities. The objective was to demonstrate that scientific communication and dissemination strategies, such as the booklet "Saúde das mulheres das águas" and the documentary O mar que habita em mim, promote knowledge. This is an ethnographic type of action research to identify aspects of work and life. A total of 34 artisanal fisherwomen participated, in focus groups, labor flowchart workshop, experience of fishing work, analysis and production of strategies. These materials demonstrate the health disease relationship in fishing work, emphasizing the narratives of the fisherwomen about the social determination of their health. The communicative strategies provoked society's interests, promoted the debate and contributed to the awareness of professionals and health managers about the health of water's people and situations in the territories.

Pescadoras artesanales de pernambucano enfrentan impactos de industrias, derrame de petróleo y la pandemia de covid-19, formando una sindemia que agrava vulnerabilidades socioeconómicas, ambientales y de salud. El objetivo fue demostrar que las estrategias de comunicación y divulgación científica, como el folleto "'Salud das mujeres das aguas" y el documentario El mar que habita en mí, democratizan el conocimiento. Tiene abordaje de investigación-acción, etnográfica, para identificar aspectos del trabajo y la vida. Participaron 34 pescadoras en grupos focales, taller del flujo de trabajo, vivencia del trabajo en la pesca, análisis y elaboración de estrategias. Estos materiales demuestran la relación salud enfermedad en el trabajo pesquero, enfatizando narrativas sobre la determinación social de la salud. Las estrategias comu-nicativas despertaron el interés de la sociedad, promovieron el debate y contribuyeron a la sensibilización de los profesionales/gestores de la salud sobre los pueblos de las aguas y las situaciones de los territorios.

Visão atual da Revista Odontológica de Araçatuba: divulgação nacional e a caminho da internacionalização com seus artigos publicados / Current view of the Dental Journal of Araçatuba: national dissemination and on the way to internationalization with its published articles

A Revista Odontológica de Araçatuba é um periódico online, de acesso gratuito cujo as publicações são indexadas em importantes bases de dados, divulgando deste modo trabalhos científicos produzidos por instituições do estado de São Paulo e de outros centros de pesquisa de todo o país. O intuito deste trabalho é analisar de modo quantitativo as publicações realizadas no período de 2018 a 2023, as classificando de acordo com a sua natureza (Pesquisa cientifica, Revisão de literatura ou relato de caso) e de acordo com a sua origem (UNESP ­ FOA, misto ou outro centro de ensino) e comparar os resultados obtidos aos dados presentes nos estudos referentes ao período de 2001 a 2011 e ao estudo referente ao período de 2012 a 2017. Foi realizada uma pesquisa bibliográfica que compreendeu as publicações dos anos de 2018 a 2023, abrangendo 18 periódicos e um suplementar, totalizando 167 artigos. Neste intervalo de tempo, houve uma predominância de relatos de casos (55,08%) em comparação as revisões de literatura (22,15%) e as pesquisas cientificas (22,75%). Os artigos oriundos de outros centros de pesquisa foram a maioria (82,03%) e 8 dos artigos presentes foram em língua inglesa. Podemos concluir que a Rev. Odontol. Araçatuba se tornou um periódico de relevância nacional com predominância de compromisso clinico e que está em processo de internacionalização(AU)

The Dental Journal of Araçatuba is an online journal, with free access, whose publications are indexed in important databases, publishing scientific works produced by institutions in the state of São Paulo and other research centers across the country. The purpose of this work is to analyze, in a quantitative way, the publications carried out in the period from 2018 to 2023, classifying them according to their nature (Scientific research, Literature review or case report) and according to their origin (UNESP ­ FOA , mixed or other teaching center) and compare the results obtained with the datas presents in the studies referring to the period from 2001 to 2011 and the study referring to the period from 2012 to 2017. A bibliographical research was carried out that included publications from the years 2018 to 2023, covering 18 periodicals and one supplementary, totaling 167 articles published. In this time period, case report articles predominated (55,08%) compared to literature reviews (22.15%) and scientific research (22,75%). The majority of articles came from other research centers (82.03%) and 8 of the published articles were in English. We can conclude that Journal Dental of Araçatuba became a periodical of national relevance with a predominance of clinical commitment and which is in process of internationalization(AU)

Publicação em inglês: um novo marco editorial dos Cadernos Ibero-Americanos de Direito Sanitário / Publication in English: a new editorial milestone for Cadernos Ibero-Americanos de Direito Sanitário / Publicación en Inglés: un nuevo hito editorial de los Cadernos Ibero-Americanos de Direito Sanitário

Os avanços tecnológicos impactaram diretamente a forma como a ciência é comunicada, reduzindo fronteiras e conectando indivíduos, mas a barreira linguística ainda persiste como um obstáculo significativo para a colaboração entre pesquisadores e a disseminação do conhecimento. Publicações em inglês têm alcance ampliado, viabilizando a difusão dos resultados dos estudos e pesquisas dos periódicos nacionais. Os Cadernos Ibero-Americanos de Direito Sanitário (CIADS), na esteira dessa vanguarda, passam a publicar seus artigos originais, resenhas e comunicações breves em inglês, sem custo para o autor, além da manutenção do idioma original. Este importante passo marca uma inovadora trajetória editorial do periódico, rumo à sua internacionalização.

Los avances tecnológicos han impactado directamente la forma en que se comunica la ciencia, reduciendo fronteras y conectando individuos, pero la barrera lingüística aún persiste como un obstáculo significativo para la colaboración entre investigadores y la difusión del conocimiento. Las publicaciones en inglés han ampliado su alcance, facilitando la difusión de los resultados de estudios e investigaciones en revistas nacionales. Siguiendo esta vanguardia, los Cadernos Ibero-Americanos de Direito Sanitário (CIADS) ahora publicarán sus artículos originales, reseñas y comunicaciones breves en inglés, sin costo para el autor, además de mantener el idioma original. Este importante paso marca una trayectoria editorial innovadora del periódico hacia su internacionalización.

Technological advances have directly impacted the way science is communicated, reducing borders and connecting individuals, but the language barrier still persists as a significant obstacle to collaboration between researchers and the dissemination of knowledge. Publications in English have a wider reach, making it possible to disseminate the results of studies and research in national journals. Cadernos Ibero-Americanos de Direito Sanitário (CIADS), in the wake of this vanguard, is now publishing its original articles, reviews and short communications in English, at no cost to the author, in addition to maintaining the original language. This important step marks the journal's innovative editorial path towards internationalization.

IRM corps entier 1, 5 T avec séquence de diffusion dans l'évaluation du cancer à propos de 124 cas / 1. 5 T Whole Body MRI with diffusion sequence in cancer assessment about 124 cases

L'IRM corps entier de diffusion 1,5T est une technique d'imagerie qui fournit des renseignements aussi bien morphologique que fonctionnel avec de nombreuses indications notamment dans les pathologies cancéreuses. Objectif: Faire le bilan d'activité de l'IRM corps entier en insistant sur son apport dans la pathologie cancéreuse. Méthodologie:Etude transversale descriptive avec collecte rétrospective des donnéesincluant les patients ayantréalisé une IRM corps entier pourtumeur maligne sur une période de quatre ans. La saisie et l'analyse des données ont été réalisées grâce aux logiciels Epi Info.Résultats:31,19% des patients avaient un âge compris entre 61 et 70 ans. Le cancer de la prostate était le plus représenté avec 34,68% suivi du cancer du sein 31,45%. L'IRM corps entier était réalisée pour le bilan d'extension dans 39,52% et dans 37,10% pour un bilan d'évolutivité. Les localisations métastatiques étaient observées dans 49% des cas avec une atteinte prépondérantede l'étage abdomino-pelvien 72,13%. Les localisations métastatiques osseuses étaient de 73,77%,hépatiques 26,23% et pulmonaire 14,75%. Les atteintes ganglionnaires de 57,14%. Une progression tumorale a été observée chez 53,33% des patients lors du suivi.Conclusion: L'IRM corps entier permet une fine analyse dans l'évaluation de la pathologie cancéreuse pour l'extension tumorale, la réponse thérapeutique et la recherche de cancer primiti

1.5T whole-body diffusion MRI is imaging that provides both morphological and functional information.It presents several indicationsparticularly in oncology. Objective: Assess the activity of whole-body MRI, emphasizing its contribution to oncologyMethodology:Descriptive retrospective study of patients who had undergone whole-body MRIfor malignancy over a four-year period. Data entry and analysis were performed using Epi Info software.Results:31.19% of patients were between 61 and 70 years old. Prostate cancer was the most represented with 34.68% followed by breast cancer 31.45%.Whole-body MRI was requested for an extension assessment in 39.52% and 37.10% for progress assessment. It revealed metastatic abnormalities in 49%. Abdomino-pelvic region was the most affected area with 72.13%. Metastatic organ involvement was predominantly in the bone 73.77%, followed by the liver 26.23% and the lung14.75%. Lymph node involvement was 57.14%.Tumor progression was observed in 53.33% of patients during follow-up.Conclusion:Whole body MRI allows a fine analysis in the evaluation of the cancerous pathology for the tumor extension, the therapeutic response and the search for primary cancer

Preparation and efficacy evaluation of polyclonal antibodies against serum albumin of five species / 中国生物制品学杂志

@#Objective To prepare polyclonal antibodies against the serum albumin of human,cattle,sheep,pig and horse,and evaluate their efficacy in the identification of human serum albumin(HSA). Methods The specific polypeptides of human,cattle,sheep,pig and horse serum albumin were prepared by bioinformatics and polypeptide synthesis method,which were coupled with keyhole limpet hemocyanin(KLH)to prepare the peptide antigen after the purity was identified by high performance liquid chromatography(HPLC). Male New Zealand white rabbits were immunized with polypeptide antigens of five species subcutaneously,with 2 for each kind of antigen. The antiserum was then obtained and purified by Protein A affinity chromatography to prepare the polyclonal antibody. The titers and specificity of the polyclonal antibodies were determined by ELISA and Western blot respectively,and the prepared five species of serum albumin were used to identify HSA products. Results The synthetic peptides of human,cattle,sheep,pig and horse serum albumin had a purity of over 91%,and the corresponding polyclonal antibodies all had the titer of 1∶160 000,which showed specific binding with the corresponding antigens and effectively identified the HSA products. Conclusion The polyclonal antibodies of human cattle,sheep,pig and horse serum albumin prepared in this study have good specificity and the preparation process is simple and rapid,suitable for the mass production,which lays a foundation of the development of HSA rapid identification kit.

Efficacy of Tiaogan Huaxian Pills in Prevention and Treatment of Hepatic Fibrosis in Hepatitis B and Its Effect on Diffusion-weighted Imaging / 中国实验方剂学杂志

ObjectiveTo investigate the preventive and therapeutic effects of Tiaogan Huaxian pills combined with entecavir on hepatic fibrosis in chronic hepatitis B with liver Qi stagnation， spleen deficiency， and blood stasis syndrome and its effect on diffusion-weighted imaging （DWI）. MethodClinical data of 117 patients with liver disease who visited the Department of Hepatology at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine from January 2021 to April 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. According to different treatment plans， they were divided into a control group （59 cases） and a treatment group （58 cases）. Both groups of patients received entecavir-based etiology treatment， and the treatment group added Tiaogan Huaxian pills on the basis of basic treatment. Both groups were treated for 24 weeks. Before and after treatment， the two groups were compared in terms of alanine aminotransferase （ALT）， advanced surgical technologies （AST）， total bilirubin （TBil）， hepatitis B virus （HBV）-DNA conversion rate， liver stiffness measurement （LSM）， four items of liver fibrosis （hyaluronidase， type Ⅲ pro-collagen， type Ⅳ collagen， and laminin）， the fibrosis index based on four factors （FIB-4）， the aspartate aminotransferase to platelet ratio index （APRI）， the apparent diffusion coefficient （ADC） value in magnetic resonance imaging （MRI）， and traditional Chinese medicine symptom scores， so as to analyze the efficacy of the two groups. ResultBefore treatment， there was no significant difference in ALT， AST， TBil， LSM， four items of liver fibrosis， FIB-4， APRI， HBV-DNA conversion rate， ADC value， and traditional Chinese medicine symptom scores between the two groups. After treatment， both groups of patients showed significant reductions in ALT， AST， TBil， LSM， hyaluronidase， type Ⅲ pro-collagen， type Ⅳ collagen， laminin， FIB-4， and APRI （P<0.05） and a significant increase in ADC value （P<0.05） and HBV-DNA conversion rate （P<0.01）. The traditional Chinese medicine symptom score of the treatment group decreased significantly （P<0.05）. Compared with the control group after treatment， the effective rate of clinical traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment group was 91.38% （53/58）， which was significantly higher than that of the control group （54.23%， 32/59） （Z=-4.325， P<0.01）. In the treatment group， ALT， AST， TBil， LSM， hyaluronidase， type Ⅲ pro-collagen， type Ⅳ collagen， laminin， FIB-4， APRI， and traditional Chinese medicine symptom scores all decreased significantly （P<0.05）， and the increase in ADC values was more significant （P<0.05）， while the difference in HBV-DNA conversion rate was not statistically significant. There were no serious adverse reactions or events in either group. ConclusionTiaogan Huaxian pills combined with entecavir have significant clinical efficacy in the treatment of hepatic fibrosis in chronic hepatitis B， which can reduce liver inflammation activity， delay hepatic fibrosis progression， and reduce traditional Chinese medicine symptom scores. It is worthy of clinical promotion and application.

Effect of virtual reality on upper limb function after stroke: a study of diffusion tensor imaging / 中国康复理论与实践

ObjectiveTo explore the effect of virtual reality on upper limb function in stroke patients through diffusion tensor imaging (DTI). MethodsFrom September, 2021 to March, 2023, 80 stroke patients in the Fuzhou Second General Hospital were randomly divided into control group (n = 40) and experimental group (n = 40). Both groups received routine rehabilitation, while the experimental group received virtual reality training additionally, for four weeks. They were assessed with Fugl-Meyer Assessment-Upper Extremities (FMA-UE) and Action Research Arm Test (ARAT) before treatment, after treatment and after four-week follow-up; and they were scaned with DTI to measure the fractional anisotropy (FA) and relative anisotropy (RA) of cerebral peduncle and posterior limb of inner capsule of the affected side before and after treatment. ResultsTwo cases dropped in each group. The FMA-UE and ARAT scores increased in both groups after treatment and follow-up (F > 2.790, P < 0.001), and increased more in the experimental group than in the control group (t > 2.297, P < 0.05). FA and RA in the posterior limb of inner capsule increased in both groups after treatment (t > 21.013, P < 0.001), and increased more in the experimental group (t > 2.006, P < 0.05). The d-value of FA of the posterior limb of internal capsule before and after treatment (ΔFA) was positively correlated with the d-value of FMA-UE score (r > 0.362, P < 0.05) in both groups, the ΔFA of the posterior limb of internal capsule was positively correlated with the d-value of ARAT score (r = 0.459, P < 0.01). ConclusionVirtual reality training can promote the recovery of upper limb function in stroke patients, which may associate with the conductivity of posterior limb of inner capsule.

Role of apparent diffusion map in the evaluation of retinoblastoma

ABSTRACT Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the association between magnetic resonance imaging apparent diffusion coefficient map value and histopathological differentiation in patients who underwent eye enucleation due to retinoblastomas. Methods: An observational chart review study of patients with retinoblastoma that had histopathology of the lesion and orbit magnetic resonance imaging with apparent diffusion coefficient analysis at Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre between November 2013 and November 2016 was performed. The histopathology was reviewed after enucleation. To analyze the difference in apparent diffusion coefficient values between the two major histopathological prognostic groups, Student's t-test was used for the two groups. All statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 19.0 for Microsoft Windows (SPSS, Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). Our institutional review board approved this retrospective study without obtaining informed consent. Results: Thirteen children were evaluated, and only eight underwent eye enucleation and were included in the analysis. The others were treated with photocoagulation, embolization, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy and were excluded due to the lack of histopathological results. When compared with histopathology, magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated 100% accuracy in retinoblastoma diagnosis. Optic nerve invasion detection on magnetic resonance imaging showed a 66.6% sensitivity and 80.0% specificity. Positive and negative predictive values were 66.6% and 80.0%, respectively, with an accuracy of 75%. In addition, the mean apparent diffusion coefficient of the eight eyes was 0.615 × 103 mm2/s. The mean apparent diffusion coefficient value of poorly or undifferentiated retinoblastoma and differentiated tumors were 0.520 × 103 mm2/s and 0.774 × 103 mm2/s, respectively. Conclusion: This study revealed that magnetic resonance imaging is useful in the diagnosis of retinoblastoma and detection of optic nerve infiltration, with a sensitivity of 66.6% and specificity of 80%. Our results also showed lower apparent diffusion coefficient values in poorly differentiated retinoblastomas with a mean of 0.520 × 103 mm2/s, whereas in well and moderately differentiated, the mean was 0.774 × 103 mm2/s.

Fractional anisotropy in degenerative cervical stenosis surgery prognostic: a systematic review / Anisotropia fracionada no prognóstico de cirurgia de estenose cervical degenerativa: revisão sistemática / Anisotropía fraccional en el pronóstico de cirugía de la estenosis cervical degenerativa: revisión sistemática

ABSTRACT: Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a common disease with an increased anticipated burden to health systems worldwide. Methods to predict outcomes in these patients are needed so physicians can provide more effective care. Fractional anisotropy (FA) analysis is a promising technique used to quantify how preserved the diffusion is in neural pathways. A systematic review and meta-analysis were performed using the PRISMA guidelines. Full articles available online were searched for correlation coefficients between FA values and mJOA scores. Average FA values, preoperative mJOA, and postoperative mJOA scores were gathered to perform a correlation analysis. A total of 5 articles presented correlations between FA and mJOA change and were included in the correlation meta-analysis. Correlation coefficients varied from -0.42 and 0.55. The number of patients in each study varied from 15 to 95. The Random effects model resulted in a non-significant correlation coefficient of 0.1315 (95% CI: -0.2575 to 0.4839; p= 0.5124). Spearman's correlation analysis was significant for preoperative vs postoperative mJOA (r = 0.79, p = 0.02), while preoperative FA did not correlate significantly with preoperative or postoperative mJOA. At this point, the data available in the literature is insufficient to determine a real correlation between FA and mJOA scores. More studies are necessary for a better understanding of this matter. Level of Evidence III; Study Review.

RESUMO: A mielopatia espondilótica cervical (CSM, pelas suas siglas em inglês) é uma doença comum com elevados gastos para os sistemas de saúde em todo o mundo. Métodos para prever resultados nesses pacientes são necessários para que a atenção médica seja mais eficaz. A análise de anisotropia fracionada (FA) é uma técnica promissora usada para quantificar a preservação da difusão nas vias neurais. Uma revisão sistemática e meta-análise foi realizada usando as diretrizes PRISMA. Artigos completos disponíveis online foram avaliados em busca de coeficientes de correlação entre valores de FA e escores de mJOA. Valores médios de FA, escores de mJOA pré-operatórios e pós-operatórios foram coletados para realizar uma análise de correlação. Um total de 5 artigos apresentaram correlações entre alteração de FA e mJOA e foram incluídos na meta-análise de correlação. Os coeficientes de correlação variaram entre -0,42 e 0,55. O número de pacientes em cada estudo variou de 15 a 95. O modelo de efeitos aleatórios resultou em um coeficiente de correlação não significativo de 0,1315 (95% CI: -0,2575 a 0,4839; p= 0,5124). A análise de correlação de Spearman foi significativa para mJOA pré-operatório vs. pós-operatório (r = 0,79, p = 0,02), enquanto a FA pré-operatório não apresentou correlação significativa com o mJOA pré-operatório ou pós-operatório. Os dados disponíveis na literatura neste momento são insuficientes para determinar uma correlação real entre os escores FA e mJOA. Mais estudos são necessários para uma melhor compreensão deste assunto. Nível de Evidência III; Revisão de Estudos.

RESUMEN: La mielopatía cervical espondilótica (CSM, por sus siglas en inglés) es una enfermedad común con una mayor carga anticipada para los sistemas de salud en todo el mundo. Se necesitan métodos para predecir los resultados en estos pacientes para que los médicos puedan brindar una atención más eficaz. El análisis de anisotropía fraccional (FA) es una técnica prometedora que se utiliza para cuantificar cuán preservada está la difusión en las vías neurales. Se realizó una revisión sistemática y un metanálisis utilizando las pautas PRISMA. Se buscaron artículos completos disponibles en línea para encontrar coeficientes de correlación entre los valores de FA y las puntuaciones de mJOA. Se recopilaron los valores promedio de FA, mJOA preoperatorios y mJOA postoperatorios para realizar un análisis de correlación. Un total de 5 artículos presentaron correlaciones entre el cambio de FA y mJOA y se incluyeron en el metanálisis de correlación. Los coeficientes de correlación variaron entre -0,42 y 0,55. El número de pacientes en cada estudio varió de 15 a 95. El modelo de efectos aleatorios resultó en un coeficiente de correlación no significativo de 0,1315 (IC 95%: -0,2575 a 0,4839; p= 0,5124). El análisis de correlación de Spearman fue significativo para la mJOA preoperatoria frente a la posoperatoria (r = 0,79, p = 0,02), mientras que la FA preoperatoria no presentó una correlación significativa con la mJOA preoperatoria o posoperatoria. Los datos disponibles en la literatura en este momento son insuficientes para determinar una correlación real entre las puntuaciones de FA y mJOA. Son necesarios más estudios para una mejor comprensión de este asunto. Nivel de Evidencia III; Revisión de Estudios.

El renacimiento tecnológico de la Radiología: la revolución open source y la inteligencia artificial

El campo de la radiología ha experimentado avances notables en las últimas décadas, con desarrollos que van desde la mejora de la calidad y digitalización de las imágenes hasta la detección asistida por computadora. Particularmente, la aparición de técnicas de Inteligencia Artificial basadas en Deep Learning y Visión Computacional han promovido soluciones innovadoras en el diagnóstico y el análisis radiológico. Se explora la relevancia de los desarrollos y modelos open source en el progreso de estas técnicas, resaltando el impacto que la colaboración y el acceso abierto han tenido en el avance científico del campo. La investigación tiene un enfoque cualitativo, con alcance descriptivo y retrospectivo, de corte longitudinal. Se realizó un análisis documental de la evolución y el impacto del open source en la Radiología, poniendo de relieve la colaboración multidisciplinar. Se examinaron casos de uso, ventajas, desafíos y consideraciones éticas en relación con la implementación de soluciones basadas en Inteligencia Artificial en Radiología. El enfoque open source ha mostrado ser una influencia positiva en la Radiología, con potencial para influir en la atención médica, ofreciendo soluciones más precisas y accesibles. No obstante, se presentan desafíos éticos y técnicos que requieren atención.

The field of radiology has seen notable advances in recent decades, with developments ranging from image quality improvement and digitization to computer-aided detection. Particularly, the emergence of Artificial Intelligence techniques based on Deep Learning and Computer Vision have promoted innovative solutions in diagnosis and radiological analysis. This article explores the relevance of open source developments and models in the progress of these techniques, highlighting the impact that collaboration and open access have had on the scientific advancement in this field. This research has a qualitative approach, with a descriptive, retrospective, longitudinal scope. A documentary analysis of the evolution and impact of open source in Radiology was carried out, highlighting multidisciplinary collaboration. Use cases, advantages, challenges and ethical considerations were also examined in relation to the implementation of AI-based solutions in Radiology. The Open Source approach has been shown to be a positive influence in Radiology, with the potential to influence medical care, offering more precise and accessible solutions. However, there are ethical and technical challenges that require attention.

Lung Function Tests in Infants and Children

Lung function testing is an essential modality of investigation in children as it provides objective evidence of lung disease/ health. With advances in technology, various tests are available that can aid in the diagnosis of lung disease, assess the progression and response to therapy and document the lung development and evolving lung diseases in infants. This narrative review discusses lung function tests in infants and children. Currently, lung function tests can be performed in every age group, from neonates to the elderly. Spirometry and peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) are the most employed tests in children more than six years of age. Spirometry helps diagnose and monitoring of both obstructive and restrictive diseases. There is a need for expertise to perform and interpret spirometry correctly. The forced oscillation technique (FOT) or impulse oscillometry (IOS) is done with tidal volume breathing and is feasible even in preschool children. Their utility is mainly restricted to asthma in children at present. Lung function tests can be performed in neonates, infants and children using infant pulmonary function test (PFT) equipment, although their availability is limited. Diffusion capacity for carbon monoxide (DLCO) is a valuable tool in restrictive lung diseases. Lung volumes can be assessed by body plethysmography and multiple washout technique. The latter can also assess lung clearance index. It is essential to perform and interpret the lung function test results correctly and correlate them with the clinical condition for optimum treatment and outcome.

Técnicas de Neuroimagenología en la Cuantificación de la Neuroplasticidad en Pacientes con Enfermedad Vascular Cerebral / Neuroimaging Techniques for Neuroplasticity Quantification in Stroke Patients

RESUMEN Las técnicas de neuroimagenología otorgan información relevante del estado funcional y anatómico del cerebro humano. Esta información es particularmente importante cuando existe una lesión cerebral causada por alguna patología, tal como la enfermedad vascular cerebral (EVC). En pacientes afectados por esta enfermedad, se ha determinado que la neuroplasticidad es el mecanismo principal de recuperación de la función motora perdida. Debido a la alta prevalencia de la EVC a nivel mundial y especialmente en países en vías de desarrollo, es necesario continuar investigando los mecanismos de recuperación involucrados en esta patología. La resonancia magnética funcional (RMF) y la imagenología por tensor de difusión (ITD) son dos de las técnicas de neuroimagenología más utilizadas con este fin. La RMF permite analizar la actividad neuronal generada al ejecutar tareas de movimiento, mientras que la ITD proporciona información estructural de la anatomía cerebral. En esta revisión narrativa, se presentan diversos estudios que han utilizado estas técnicas de neuroimagenología en la cuantificación de los cambios de neuroplasticidad en pacientes con EVC tras participar en algún programa de neurorrehabilitación. Comprender mejor estos cambios de neuroplasticidad permitiría diseñar esquemas de rehabilitación que proporcionen un mayor beneficio a los pacientes con EVC.

ABSTRACT Neuroimaging techniques provide relevant information of the functional and anatomical status of the human brain. This information is of particular importance when a pathology, like stroke, produces a brain injury. In stroke patients, it has been determined that neuroplasticity is the primary recovery mechanism of the lost motor function. Due to worldwide high prevalence, especially in developing countries, it is necessary to continue the research of the recovery mechanisms involved in this pathology. To this end, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) are two of the most used neuroimaging techniques. In stroke patients, fMRI allows the analysis of the neural activity produced by the execution of motor tasks, whereas DTI provides structural information of the brain anatomy. In this narrative review, multiple studies that employ these neuroimaging techniques for quantification of neuroplasticity changes in stroke patients after undergoing a neurorehabilitation program are presented. Better understanding of these neuroplasticity changes would allow researchers to design and provide more beneficial rehabilitation schemes to stroke patients.

MRI as a Diagnostic Tool for the Determination of Acute Ischaemic Stroke: A Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital

Background: Stroke is a prevalent and potentially fatal medical condition that affects individuals worldwide. Ischemic strokes, caused by arterial blockages, are the most common type, accounting for about 80% of all cases. Hemorrhagic strokes, on the other hand, are less frequent but can have more severe consequences. Accurate and timely diagnosis of stroke is critical for effective treatment and optimal patient outcomes. In this context, diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) has emerged as a valuable tool for identifying and monitoring ischemic stroke. This article provides an overview of the role of DWI in stroke assessment and management, with a focus on early detection and intervention. The aim of this study is to investigate the reliability of diffusion-weighted MRI (DWI) as an imaging modality in the evaluation of acute ischemic stroke. Material & Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Radiology and Imaging at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, between June 2020 and June 2021. The study aimed to examine 120 patients clinically diagnosed with acute ischemic stroke. Prior to the study, verbal consent was obtained from all patients. The Study subjects were identified in the emergency and casualty department and had undergone an MRI of the brain in the Department of Radiology and Imaging at CMH, Dhaka. . Data were collected on pre-designed forms, and the relevant information was compiled on a master chart for statistical analysis using SPSS software. Descriptive analysis and frequency of results were presented in the form of tables, pie charts, and bar graphs. The ethical clearance of this study was obtained from the Institutional Ethics Committee of CMH, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Results: The study included 64 males and 56 females with a mean age of 65.2 ± 7.83 years. The majority of patients had an acute ischemic lesion (88.30%) in the MCA (50.0%) with small-sized lesions (41.7%) and low ADC values (90.0%). The most common clinical presentation was hemiplegia (100%), and diffusion-weighted MRI had a high diagnostic accuracy in detecting acute ischaemic lesions (96.3%). Overall, these findings highlight the importance of MRI in the evaluation of stroke patients and can guide clinical decision-making. Conclusion: The present study concluded that DWI in conjunction with ADC map MR imaging is a gold standard diagnostic modality in the evaluation and management of acute ischaemic stroke.

¿Es diferente la conectividad estructural en niños y adolescentes familiares de pacientes con trastorno bipolar? Una revisión narrativa según estudios con DTI

Introducción: El trastorno afectivo bipolar (TAB) se ha asociado con una disminución de la integridad de la sustancia blanca. Los estudios con imágenes con tensor de difusión (DTI) han permitido elucidar con una mayor calidad estos cambios. Debido a la gran heredabilidad del TAB, se han realizado estudios en familiares de pacientes con TAB acerca de la integridad de la sustancia blanca, y se ha encontrado que la conectividad estructural también puede estar afectada. Dicha alteración se ha propuesto como un potencial biomarcador de vulnerabilidad a este trastorno. Sin embargo, los estudios en niños y adolescentes son pocos. Objetivo: Revisar la literatura sobre los cambios en la integridad de la sustancia blanca determinados mediante DTI en niños y adolescentes con alto riesgo. Resultados: Se describe la conectividad estructural cerebral en la población pediátrica en estudios que utilizaron DTI. Se describen los cambios en el proceso de mielinización desde su evolución dentro del neurodesarrollo normal hasta los hallazgos en la anisotropía fraccional (AF) en pacientes con TAB y los familiares en alto riesgo. Conclusiones: Los estudios demuestran que tanto pacientes con TAB como sus familiares en riesgo presentan disminución de la AF en regiones cerebrales específicas. Los estudios en niños y adolescentes con riesgo familiar de TAB señalan una AF reducida en tractos axonales implicados en funciones emocionales y cognitivas. La disminución de la AF puede considerarse como un biomarcador de vulnerabilidad al TAB.

Introduction: Bipolar disorder (BD) has been associated with a decrease in white matter integrity. Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) studies have enabled these changes to be elucidated with higher quality. Due to BD's high heritability, some studies have been conducted in relatives of BD patients looking at white matter integrity, and have found that structural connectivity may also be affected. This alteration has been proposed as a potential BD biomarker of vulnerability. However, there are few studies in children and adolescents. Objective: To conduct a review of the literature on changes in white matter integrity determined by DTI in high-risk children and adolescents. Results: Brain structural connectivity in the paediatric population is described in studies using DTI. Changes in the myelination process from its evolution within normal neurodevelopment to the findings in fractional anisotropy (FA) in BD patients and their high-risk relatives are also described. Conclusions: Studies show that both BD patients and their at-risk relatives present a decrease in FA in specific brain regions. Studies in children and adolescents with a high risk of BD, indicate a reduced FA in axonal tracts involved in emotional and cognitive functions. Decreased FA can be considered as a vulnerability biomarker for BD.

Analysis of drying kinetic of brewer ́s spent grains: effect of the temperature on the physical properties and the content of bioactive compounds / Análisis de la cinética de secado del bagazo residual de malta: efecto de la temperatura sobre las propiedades físicas y el contenido de compuestos bioactivos

Background: Brewer ́s spent grain (BSG) is a biomass by-product generated in large volumes during industrial beer production. BSG has become a growing environmental problem, as most breweries discard it inappropriately, negatively impacting the environment. Alternatives for the exploitation of this by-product have consisted of elaborating food supplements for farm animals, obtaining biofuels, developing adsorbents, and obtaining substances for the food industry. However, the high moisture content in BSG (approximately 70%), poses a significant challenge in exploring various reuse alternatives. Therefore, the implementation of a pre-drying process becomes essential. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the BSG drying kinetics at different temperatures and the effect of the drying temperature on the physical properties and the content of bioactive compounds. Methods: BSG samples were dried at different temperatures (50, 60, 70, 80, 90, and 105°C) and analyzed for their moisture ratio, water activity, total polyphenol content (TPC), and DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazil) radical scavenging activity. Also, four kinetics models were fitted to the drying data. Results:It was determined that the effective diffusivity was between 5.23x10

Antecedentes: El Bagazo residual de malta (BSG por sus siglas en inglés) es un subproducto biomásico generado en grandes volúmenes durante la producción industrial de cerveza. El BSG se ha convertido en un creciente problema para el medio ambiente, debido a que la mayoría de las cervecerías descartan inapropiadamente este residuo generando un impacto negativo al ambiente. Las alternativas para el aprovechamiento de este subproducto han consistido especialmente en la elaboración de suplementos alimenticios para animales de granja, obtención de biocombustibles, desarrollo de adsorbentes y obtención de productos para la industria alimentaria. Sin embargo, el alto contenido de humedad (~70%) del BSG representa un reto para el desarrollo de diferentes alternativas de reutilización, por lo que se hace necesario un proceso de secado previo. Objetivos: En este estudio se analizó la cinética de secado del BSG a diferentes temperaturas y el efecto de la temperatura de secado sobre sus propiedades físicas y contenido de compuestos bioactivos. Métodos: Las muestras de BSG fueron secadas a diferentes temperaturas (50, 60, 70, 80, 90 y 105°C) y analizadas en términos de razón de humedad, actividad acuosa, contenido de polifenoles totales (TPC) y actividad secuestradora del radical DPPH. Además, se ajustaron 4 modelos cinéticos a los datos de secado. Resultados: Se determinó que la difusividad efectiva del BSG varió entre 5.23x10

Antibacterial Activity of Lawsonia inermis Leaf Extracts against Multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa from Infected Wounds

Background: Wound infection comprises numerous different organisms that have the ability to surface colonization of wounds. Multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the pathogenic bacteria associated with wound infections. Aim: This study isolated and identified multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa from infected wounds and determine the antibacterial activity of Lawsonia inermis leaf extracts against it. Design: This is a Clinical and laboratory-based study involving patients with defined cases of wound infections. Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted in the Microbiology (Bacteriology) laboratory of Specialist Hospital, Bauchi, Nigeria, from February to November 2021. Methods: Twenty-eight (28) Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates were recovered from 179 wound swabs using standard laboratory procedures and were screened for multidrug-resistant patterns according to the Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method. Antibacterial efficacy of the aqueous, ethanolic, and methanolic leaf extracts of Lawsonia inermis was tested against the multidrug-resistant isolates using agar well diffusion techniques. The zone of inhibition was measured and the differences between means were statistically analyzed (p<0.05). Results: A total of twenty-eight (28) multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa were confirmed, showing resistance to Amoxicillin (64.3%), Ceftazidime (85.71%), and Cefotaxime (78.57%) but sensitivity to Imipenem (95.5%). The phytochemical screening revealed the presence of flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, steroids, and tannins among others. MDR P. aeruginosa was inhibited at varied concentrations of the extracts with the diameter mean zone of inhibition increasing as the concentration increased. The Methanol extracts showed the highest antibacterial activity against MDR P. aeruginosa with a mean zone of inhibition of 9.500±0.288mm at 400mg/ml. Conclusion: These results indicated that Lawsonia inermis leaf extracts possess antibacterial activities on Multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa which could be a good source for the production of plant-based antibacterial drugs., although somewhat less than the synthetic standard drugs (Imipenem) having a mean of 13.83±0.288mm.

Dispositivos anticaídas en cuidados intensivos pediátricos: descripción de una experiencia exitosa de innovación liderada por enfermería en un hospital de cuidado terciario en Colombia / Anti Falls Device in Pediatric Intensive Care: Description of a Successful Innovative Experience Led by Nursing Personnel in Tertiary Hospital Care in Colombia / Dispositivo antiqueda em terapia intensiva pediátrica: descrição de uma experiência bemsucedida de inovação liderada pela enfermagem em um hospital de cuidado terciário na Colômbia

Introducción. Las caídas son eventos adversos que ponen en riesgo la integridad de quien las sufre. A pesar de la evidencia limitada sobre su efectividad, se han implementado algunos dispositivos de limitación de movimiento restrictivos y no restrictivos para prevenir caídas en niños críticamente enfermos en cuidados intensivos. Este artículo tiene como objetivo describir el diseño de un arnés preventivo y no restrictivo de movimiento para caídas intrahospitalarias en niños denominado "canguro-anticaídas", creado por profesionales de enfermería en una unidad de cuidados intensivos cardiovasculares pediátricos de la Fundación Cardioinfantil ­ Instituto de Cardiología. Tema de reflexión. A través de un enfoque reflexivo se presenta una descripción del dispositivo, los materiales, el método de uso, el personal que lo administra, los criterios de elegibilidad, la implementación del dispositivo, el alcance y la percepción del personal y los familiares respecto a su uso. Conclusiones. La prevención de caídas en población pediátrica hospitalizada en unidades de cuidados intensivos es uno de los pilares de la seguridad del paciente. La construcción de un dispositivo anticaída aplicado a esta población es una estrategia novedosa diseñada por el personal de enfermería para responder a la mejora continua de la calidad de la atención institucional. Palabras clave: Niños; Accidentes por Caídas; Prevención de Accidentes; Profesionales de Enfermería Pediátrica; Restricción Física; Difusión de Innovaciones; Unidades de Cuidado Intensivo Pediátrico

Introduction. Falls are adverse events that risk the integrity of those who suffer from them. Despite the limited evidence of its effectiveness, some restrictive and non-restrictive movement limitation devices have been implemented to prevent falls in critically ill children in intensive care. This article aims to describe the design of a preventive and non-restrictive movement harness for intra-hospital falls in children called "kangaroo- antifall", created by nursing professionals in a pediatric cardiovascular intensive care unit at the Cardioinfantil Foundation-Cardiology Institute. Reflection topics. Through a reflective approach, a description of the device materials, method of use, personnel who administer it, eligibility criteria, implementation of the device, scope, and perception of personnel and family members regarding its use are presented. Conclusions. One pillar of patient safety is fall prevention in pediatric populations hospitalized in intensive care units. The construction of an anti-fall device applied to this population is an innovative strategy designed by nursing staff to answer the continuous quality improvement of institutional care. Keywords: Child; Accidental Falls; Accident Prevention; Pediatric Nurse Practitioners; Restraint, Physical; Diffusion of Innovation; Intensive Care Units, Pediatric

Introdução. As quedas são eventos adversos que colocam em risco a integridade de quem sofre. A pesar das evidências limitadas sobre a sua eficácia, alguns dispositivos restritivos e não restritivos de limitação de movimento foram implementados para prevenir quedas em crianças gravemente doentes em cuidados intensivos. Este manuscrito tem como objetivo descrever o desenho de um arnês preventivo e sem restrição de movimento para quedas intra-hospitalares em crianças denominado "canguru-proteção contra quedas", criado por profissionais de enfermagem de uma unidade de terapia intensiva cardiovascular pediátrica da Fundação Cardioinfantil ­ Instituto de Cardiología. Tema de reflexão. Através de uma abordagem reflexiva, são apresentadas a descrição do dispositivo, materiais, método de uso, pessoal que o administra, critérios de elegibilidade, implementação do dispositivo, abrangência e percepción do pessoal e familiares sobre seu uso. Conclusões. A prevenção de quedas em populações pediátricas internadas em unidades de cuidados intensivos é um dos pilares da segurança do paciente. A construção de um dispositivo anti-queda aplicado a esta população é uma nova estratégia desenhada pela equipe de enfermagem para responder à melhoria contínua na qualidade do atendimento institucional. Palavras-chave: Crianças; Acidentes por Quedas; Prevenção de Acidentes; Profissionais de Enfermagem Pediátrica; Restrição Física; Difusão de Inovações; Unidades de Terapia Intensiva Pediátrica