Avaliação da liberação de íon fluoreto de cimentos ionoméricos antes e após a recarga e com proteção da superfície / Fluoride ion release from glass ionomer cements before and after recharge and surface protection

Objetivo: Avaliar a liberação de íon fluoreto de 2 cimentos de ionômerode vidro (CIV) anidro e 2 modificados por resina composta antes e apósrecarga com fluoreto de sódio neutro a 2% por 4min. e após a proteçãoda superfície do CIV Maxxion R com um adesivo odontológico, umverniz cavitário e um esmalte incolor para unhas.Métodos: Com uma matriz de aço inox com 2mm x 6mm,confeccionou-se 5 corpos de prova de cada material, que foramimersos em 5mL de água deionizada, trocada a cada 24h. Foramrealizadas leituras em um potenciômetro nos dias 1, 2, 9 e 17 na 1ª e 2ªetapas, e as amostras foram tamponadas com solução TISAB III. Na 2ªetapa, as amostras foram submetidas à recarga e novamente imersasem 5mL de água deionizada. Na 3ª etapa foi realizada a proteção dasuperfície dos CIVs e feitas leituras nos 5min., 24h, 48h e 72h. Utilizouseos testes estatísticos Post Hoc de Tukey e t Student (p<0,05).Resultados: Observou-se diferença estatisticamente significante aocomparar a 1ª com a 2ª etapas em todos os materiais, exceto no dia 2para o Vidrion R e para o VitroFil LC. Na 3ª etapa observou-se que emtodos os materiais, comparando os primeiros 5 min. com os outrostempos, as diferenças entre as médias da liberação das concentraçõesde íon fluoreto foram estatisticamente significantes. Ao 0comparar osdemais tempos, tanto o verniz quanto o esmalte incolor para unhasapresentou diferença estatisticamente significante entre 24h e 48h,bem como em 24h e 72h.Conclusão: Os CIVs anidros tiveram maior efetividade na liberação deíon fluoreto e na recarga em comparação com os CIVs modificados porresina composta e o Maxxion R apresentou um comportamentohomogêneo e estatisticamente significante nas duas etapas. Todos osmateriais protetores testados foram eficazes, e o esmalte incolor paraunhas apresentou o melhor comportamento...

Objective: To evaluate fluoride ion release from two anhydrous glassionomer cements (GICs) and two resin-modified GICs (RMGICs) before and after recharge with 2% neutral sodium fluoride for 4 min and after surface protection of the Maxxion R GIC with an adhesive system, a cavity varnish and a colorless nail polish. Method: A stainless steel 2x6 mm matrix was used for fabricating 5 specimens of each material, which were immersed in 5 mL of deionized water, renewed every 24 h. Measurements with a potentiometer were performed on days 1, 2, 9 and 17, in the 1st and 2nd phases, and thespecimens were buffered with a TISAB III solution. In the 2nd phase, thespecimens were subjected to recharge and immersed again in 5 mL ofdeionized water. In the 3rd phase, the GIC surfaces were protected andreadings were made at 5 min, 24 h, 48 h and 72 h. TukeyÆs post-hoc and StudentÆs t tests were used for statistical analyses (p<0.05). Results: There was statistically significant difference in the comparison between the 1st and 2nd phases for all materials, except at day 2 for Vidrion R and VitroFil LC. In the 3rd phase, it was observed that for all materials, comparison of the first 5 min with the other times revealedstatistically significant differences among the means of fluoride ionrelease. In the comparison with the other times, both the varnish and the colorless nail polish presented statistically significant differencebetween 24 and 48 h as well as between 24 and 72 h. Conclusion: The anhydrous GICs were more effective in fluoride ion release and recharge compared with the RMGICs. Maxxion R presented a homogeneous and statistically significant behavior in both phases. All materials for surface protection were efficient and the colorless nail polish had the best behavior...

Diabetic ketoacidosis: difference between potassium determined by blood gas analysis versus plasma measurement / Cetoacidose diabética: diferença entre as concentrações do potássio na gasometria sanguínea versus potássio plasmático

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the accuracy of potassium concentrations measured by blood gas analysis (PBG) compared with laboratory serum potassium (LSP), in the initial care of patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Fifty three patients with diabetes mellitus were evaluated in a retrospective analysis. PBG was carried out using the Radiometer ABL 700 (Radiometer Copenhagen®), and results were compared with LSP ADVIA 1650 Chemistry system (Siemens®), the gold standard method. Both methods are based on potentiometry. RESULTS: Mean PBG was 3.66 mmol/L and mean LSP was 4.79 mmol/L. Mean difference between PBG and LSP was -1.13 mmol/L (p < 0.0005, 95 percent CI, -1.39 to -0,86). Lin concordance correlation coefficient was rc = 0.28 (95 percent CIb, 0.10 to 0.45), demonstrating low concordance between the methods. CONCLUSION: Although PBG measurement is faster and easier, it should not be used as a surrogate for LSP in the clinical treatment of DKA.

OBJETIVO: Avaliar a acurácia da mensuração da concentração de potássio realizado nos analisa-dores de gasometria sanguínea (PGS) em relação ao potássio plasmático laboratorial (PPL) no atendimento inicial dos pacientes com cetoacidose diabética (CAD). SUJEITOS E MÉTODOS: Foram avaliados, retrospectivamente, 53 pacientes com diabetes melito e CAD. A análise do PGS foi realizada pelo equipamento ABL 700 (Radiometer Copenhagen®), sendo este comparado ao método padrão-ouro de PPL ADVIA 1650 (Siemens®), ambos por potenciometria. RESULTADOS: A média do PGS foi de 3,66 mmol/L e do PPL, de 4,79 mmol/L. A diferença das médias do PGS em relação ao PPL foi de -1,13 mmol/L (p < 0,0005, IC = 95 por cento; -1,39 a -0,86). O coeficiente de concordância de Lin foi de rc = 0,28 (ICb = 95 por cento; 0,10 a 0,45), demonstrando, assim, uma baixa concordância entre os métodos. CONCLUSÃO: Apesar de a realização do PGS ser tecnicamente mais rápida e fácil, não deve ser usada como parâmetro substituto ao PPL para o tratamento clínico da CAD.

Análise da concentração de flúor na água em Curitiba, Brasil: comparação entre técnicas / Analysis of water fluoride concentration in Curitiba, Brazil: comparison of techniques

OBJETIVO: Avaliar a adequação dos níveis de fluoreto nas águas de abastecimento público em Curitiba, Estado do Paraná, Brasil, de acordo com duas técnicas (SPADNS e eletrométrica). MÉTODOS: Foram levantados os dados do heterocontrole na Cidade de Curitiba de janeiro de 2000 a julho de 2008 no banco de dados da Secretaria Municipal da Saúde para cálculo das médias anuais. Na sequência, foram comparadas as concentrações de fluoreto fornecidas pela companhia de saneamento SANEPAR (técnica eletrométrica) com as concentrações obtidas pelo heterocontrole (SPADNS) em 1 470 amostras de água coletadas e analisadas entre 2006 e 2007. Foi calculada a proporção de amostras dentro do padrão ideal de fluoretação para a Cidade (0,8 ppmF), abaixo do ideal e acima do ideal para ambas as metodologias. Foram exploradas diferenças na fluoretação entre distritos sanitários, meses do período dezembro de 2007 a julho de 2008 e estações de tratamento de água (ETA). RESULTADOS: A média geral de flúor entre 2000 a 2008 foi de 0,7 ppmF conforme os dados do heterocontrole. A comparação das técnicas eletrométrica e SPADNS revelou que o valor médio de fluoreto na água é maior quando avaliado pela técnica eletrométrica (0,743 ppmF ± 0,133) quando comparado com a técnica SPADNS (0,637 ppmF ± 0,164). A proporção de amostras dentro do padrão ideal de fluoretação foi de 15,05 por cento para SPADNS e 63,97 por cento para eletrométrica; de 62,03 e 22,85 por cento para amostras abaixo do ideal; e de 21,10 e 13,18 por cento para amostras acima do ideal, respectivamente. Houve diferença estatisticamente significativa na fluoretação entre os distritos sanitários (P < 0,001) e os meses pesquisados. CONCLUSÕES: A escolha da técnica analítica interfere significativamente no processo do heterocontrole. O heterocontrole deve utilizar a mesma técnica de determinação de flúor utilizada pela empresa de tratamento de água. Novos estudos devem definir qual técnica é a mais adequada para medir o teor de flúor.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the adequacy of fluoride levels in the public water system in Curitiba, state of Paraná, Brazil, as determined by two techniques (colorimetric and electrometric). METHODS: Data from independent measurements of fluoride in the public water system in Curitiba routinely performed by the city government were obtained for the period between January 2000 and July 2008. Mean levels of fluoride concentration were calculated for each of these years. After that, fluoride concentrations measured in 1 470 samples by the state water utility (SANEPAR) using the electrometric technique in 2006 and 2007 were compared with the corresponding levels measured by the city using the colorimetric method. The rate of samples meeting the standard for the city (0.8 ppmF), and below and above the standard, was calculated for both methods. Fluoride levels were compared between sanitary districts, months for the period between December 2007 and July 2008, and water treatment facilities. RESULTS: The overall mean fluoride level between 2000 and 2008 was 0.7 ppmF based on the independent measurements. The comparison between techniques showed a higher mean fluoride level with the electrometric technique (0.743 ppmF ± 0.133) vs. the colorimetric technique (0.637 ppmF ± 0.164). The rate of samples meeting the ideal standard of 0.8 ppmF was 15.05 percent for the colorimetric and 63.97 percent for the electrometric technique; 62.03 percent and 22.85 percent of the samples were below that standard and 21.10 percent and 13.18 percent were above that standard, respectively. Fluoride levels were statistically significant (P < 0.001) for the comparison between sanitary districts and months. CONCLUSIONS: The choice of technique significantly influences the resulting levels of fluoride. Independent monitoring of fluoride levels should employ the same technique used by the water utility. Further studies should aim at defining which technique is the most adequate to determine fluoride concentration in public water systems.

Synthesis, spectroscopic and potentiometric studies on a silver [I] complex derived from a new BIS [thiosemicarbazone]

A new reagent, [2E, 2Z]2,2-[3[E]-[2-hydroxyphenyl] diazenyl] pentane-2,4-diylidene] bis [hydrazinecarbothioamide] [OPTS] was synthesized and studied. Acid-base, spectrophotometric properties of OPTS were studied in 50% ethanol-water mixture solutions at pH 3-11. Ionization constants of the reagent OPTS have been determined by a spectrophotometric and potentiometric titrations: pK[1]=9.60 +/- 0.02; pK[2]= 10.45 +/- 0.05 in its computational and graphical versions at an ionic strength 0.1 M Na10[4]. The stability constants of the Ag-OPTS are logK[1]=4.55 +/- 0.04 and 10gK[2]=3.92 +/- 0.05. The reaction of Ag [I] with OPTS gives a mononuclear complex in 50% ethanol water mixture solution with lambda[max]=462 nm at pH=8.1. The effects of foreign ions and masking agents on the determination of Ag [I] with the new reagent are studied. The mono complex obeys the Beer's law in the Ag [I] concentration range 1.1-17 mg/25ml. Molar absorption coefficients were determined. In this paper, we report the synthesis of the novel Ag [l] complexes with OPTS. The complexes were characterized by UV-Vis and IR spectroscopy, elemental analysis, molar conductivity and thermal decomposition

Spectrophotometric and potentiometric methods for the determination of cefprozil, dropropizine and tizanidine hydrochloride in pharmaceutical preparations

Two simple, accurate spectrophotometric and potentiometric methods were developed for the determination of cefprozil, dropropizine and tizanidine hydrochloride in their pharmaceutical preparations. The spectrophotometric method is based on the selective oxidation of cefprozil or tizanidine with N-bromosuccinimide in an alkaline medium to given an intense yellow product with a maximum absorption at 396 or 384 nm, respectively. The reaction conditions were studied and optimized. The reaction obeyed Beer's law over the concentration range 5-40 and 10-80 micro g mI[-1] for cefprozil and tizanidine hydrochloride, respectively. The potentiometric method involves the direct titration of cefprozil and dropropizine with N-bromosuccinimide in sulphuric acid medium and the end point is determined potentiometrically using platinum electrode. Cefprozil and dropropizine can be determined quantitatively in the concentration range of 0.13-1.30 and 0.118-1.180 mg with recovery values of 98.46-100.77 and 99.58-100.85% and relative standard deviations 0.39-0.54 and 0.52-0.87% for cefprozil and dropropizine, respectively. The proposed methods are applied for the determination of these drugs in pure forms and in pharmaceutical preparations

Correlación y conversión entre los valores de actividad de la colinesterasa plasmática medida por tres técnicas diferentes / Correlation and conversion of plasma cholinesterase activity values using three techniques

OBJETIVO: Determinar las relaciones matemáticas entre tres técnicas cuantitativas empleadas para medir la actividad de la colinesterasa plasmática, a partir de los valores de referencia ya establecidos para dos poblaciones de Antioquia, Colombia. MÉTODOS:Diseño descriptivo, transversal y prospectivo. Se conformaron dos muestras independientes representativas de la población laboral adulta (18-65 años), no expuesta a plaguicidas inhibidores de la colinesterasa y vinculada al Seguro Social, del valle de Aburrá (415 personas) y del cercano oriente antioqueño (412 personas), del departamento de Antioquia, Colombia. La colinesterasa plasmática (EC 3.1.1.8) se midió mediante tres técnicas cuantitativas: Michel, EQM® y Monotest®. Se elaboraron ecuaciones de regresión que relacionaran entre sí los resultados de las tres técnicas estudiadas. RESULTADOS: Se definieron seis ecuaciones de regresión lineal simple que permitieron relacionar los resultados de las tres técnicas de medición de colinesterasa plasmática analizadas. La correlación entre las técnicas fue moderada (r: de 0,686 a 0,771), pero aumentó (r: de 0,744 a 0,811) al eliminar 12 (1,5 por ciento) valores extremos. Las asociaciones entre las técnicas fueron altamente significativas (P < 0,001). Las ecuaciones Y = a + bX ajustadas son: EQM (U/mL) = 0,40773 + 1,8757 (Michel [delta pH/hora]); Michel (delta pH/hora) = 0,25799 + 0,33871 (EQM [U/mL]); Monotest (U/L) = 462,0 + 4 565,0 (Michel [delta pH/hora]); Michel (delta pH/hora) = 0,42956 + 0,00012125 (Monotest [U/L]); EQM (U/mL) = 0,75333 + 0,00031056 (Monotest [U/L]); y Monotest (U/L) = 262,0 + 2 118,0 (EQM [U/mL]). CONCLUSIONES: Los modelos propuestos permiten convertir los valores de actividad de la colinesterasa medida con las tres técnicas estudiadas.

OBJECTIVES: To determine mathematical correlations of three quantitative techniques to measure plasma cholinesterase, using reference values already established for two populations in the department of Antioquia, Colombia. METHODS: In this descriptive, cross-sectional, prospective study, two independent, representative samples of working adults (18 to 65 years old) were examined. In both samples the adults worked for businesses associated with ColombiaÆs Social Security system. Adults in the two samples had not been exposed to cholinesterase-inhibiting pesticides. The samples were from two neighboring regions of the department of Antioquia: one sample (415 adults) was from the Aburrá Valley, and the other (412 adults) was from Oriente Antioqueño (Eastern Antioquia). Plasma cholinesterase (EC 3.1.1.8) was measured using three quantitative methods: Michel, EQM, and Monotest. Linear regression equations were developed to correlate results of these three techniques. RESULTS: Six simple linear regression equations were defined to show the relationship of three measurement techniques for plasma cholinesterase. There was a moderate correlation of the three techniques (r = 0.686 to 0.771), but it increased (r = 0.744 to 0.811) when 12 (1.5 percent) outliers were eliminated. Associations among the three techniques were highly significant (P < 0.001). The adjusted equations for Y = a + bX are: EQM (U/mL) = 0.40773 + 1.8757 (Michel [delta pH/h]); Michel (delta pH/h) = 0.25799 + 0.33871 (EQM [U/mL]); Monotest (U/L) = 462.0 + 4 565.0 (Michel [delta pH/h]); Michel (delta pH/h) = 0.42956 + 0.00012125 (Monotest [U/L]); EQM (U/mL) = 0.75333 + 0.00031056 (Monotest [U/L]); and Monotest (U/L) = 262.0 + 2 118.0 (EQM [U/mL]). CONCLUSIONS: The proposed mathematical models allow conversion of cholinesterase activity values using the Michel, EQM, and Monotest techniques. These models can be of assistance in Colombia and other countries where a variety of measurement...

Desenvolvimento e validação de metodologia analítica para a determinação do teor de ácido glicólico na matéria-prima e em formulações dermocosméticas / Development and validation of an analytical methodology for determination of glycolic acid acid in raw material and dermocosmetic formulations

O ácido glicólico é amplamente utilizado na terapêutica para se obter um peeling suave, levando ao afinamento do estrato córneo útil na renovação da epiderme e na redução das linhas faciais. Porém, em concentrações elevadas pode estar associado a um alto potencial de irritação da pele. O peeling químico tem diversas aplicações clínicas dentre elas o tratamento da pele facial lesada por problemas como acne, ictiose, melasma, verrugas e outros problemas. O presente trabalho objetivou estabelecer e validar a metodologia analítica para a determinação do teor de ácido glicólico na matéria-prima e em formulações dermocosméticas, tendo empregado o método titulométrico de neutralização ácido-base, determinando-se o ponto de equivalência com indicador e/ou indicação potenciométrica. A análise do teor de ácido glicólico na matéria-prima e, particularmente, no produto acabado, é importante para o controle de qualidade, principalmente, para a segurança dos consumidores. Portanto, a matéria-prima e os produtos, contendo ácido glicólico, foram analisados em dois dias, quanto ao teor de ácido glicólico livre e total utilizando soluções de hidróxido de sódio 0,1 N e o ácido clorídrico 0,1 N. A metodologia desenvolvida baseou-se na reação com a substância ativa e com as características próprias destas formulações, demonstrando ser prática e eficaz na quantificação do ácido glicólico.

Glycolic acid is widely used in therapeutical care as a soft peeling, leading to the thickness of the horny layer, which is useful in the renewal of the epidermis and the reduction of the face lines. However, in high concentrations it can be associated to a potential of irritation of the skin. A chemical peeling has diverse clinical applications, among them the treatment of injured skin face like: acne, ichthyose, melasma, warts and other else. The present work had the goal to establish and to validate an analytical methodology for the determination of the glycolic acid purity in the raw material and in the dermocosmetic formulations, the acid-base neutralization titration method was used, and the end point was determined with visual indicator as well as potenciometric. The analysis of glycolic acid in the raw material, and particularly, in the finished product is important to maintain the quality control and to guarantee the consumers security. Therefore, the raw material and the products, with glycolic acid, were analyzed in two days, as its purity in free and total glycolic acid was determined using sodium hydroxide 0,1 N and the hydrochloric acid 0,1 N solutions. The developed methodology was based on the reaction with the active substance and with the property characteristics of these formulations. It was demonstrated to be practical and efficient in quantify the glycolic acid.

Investigation of some lanthanide complexes with 1, 3, 5-triphenyl-formazan derivatives applying Potentiometric, TGA, DTGA, IR and PMR studies

The stability constants of [trivalent La, Nd, Sm, Tb, Dy, Ho, Gd, Er, Tm, Yb and Lu] complexes with some 1,3,5-triphenyl-formazan derivatives have been investigated potentiometrically by Sarin's method. The structure of the solid complexes was confirmed by elemental analysis, IR and DMP spectroscopy as well as thermogravimetric and differential thermogravimetric analysis [TGA and DTGA] studies. The stabilities of the formed complexes were correlated with the basicity of the ligands and the ionization potential, electronegativity, ionic radius and atomic number of the metal ions applying born relation. Ionic and covalent characters of the ligand-metal bonds were also studied

Electrochemical studies on corrosion of stainless steel electrodes II Chronopotentiometri studies of the stainless steel electrodes

Chronopotentiometric studies have been carried out in potassium chloride solutions of different concentrations and pH at various scan rates. From these measurements calculations of the thickness of the formed film and specific charge transfer are obtained. By the help of the scanning electron microscope and the X-ray probe, elemental analysis of selected areas of the electrodes in chloride had been followed. At pH 2 and 8 neither chloride nor potassium are detected, whereas at pH 4 only the chloride peak is observed