Carcinoma hepatocelular metastático em Amazona aestiva / Metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma in Amazona aestiva

Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma is a primary malignant tumor of the liver tissue and its occurrence in birds is considered rare. The tumor can occur as a single mass leading to hepatomegaly, or as multiple nodules in the liver. In animals of the genus Amazona, only 1 case of metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma has been reported in the United States, therefore, little is known about its epidemiology and clinicopathological aspects in these species. In this context, the aim of this work was to describe a case of metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma in an Amazona aestiva. Case: A blue-fronted amazon parrot (Amazona aestiva) was referred to necropsy after being found dead in its enclosure. On examination, it presented cachectic body score. Examination of the coelomic cavity, revealed a serous translucent fluid and adhesions between the liver and peritoneum.A red mass restricted to the right hepatic lobe and raised to the capsular surface, interspersed with whitish and dark red multifocal areas was observed. When cut, this mass was soft, protruding, multilobulated, whitish and with a friable reddish center. Additionally, on the dorsal surface of the left lung lobe, there was a rounded, well defined, whitish, and soft nodule. Microscopically, partial replacement of the hepatic parenchyma was observed by neoplastic proliferation of cuboidal epithelial cells, organized in mantle and supported by a scarce fibrovascular stroma. Cells have large, eosinophilic, well-delimited cytoplasm, with a central, oval nucleus, loose chromatin, and evident nucleolus. Moderate pleomorphism was characterized by anisocytosis, anisokaryosis, and aberrant nuclei. In the lung, a focally extensive mass with a pattern similar to that seen in the liver was observed. In the kidney, multifocal neoplastic emboli were noted. Liver immunohistochemistry was performed. Positive and negative controls were used to validate the reaction; however, there was no immunolabelling for the evaluated antibodies. Discussion: The histopathological characteristics observed in this study favored the diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) with metastasis to kidney and lung. Primary liver tumors are rare in wild birds. In ducks, experimental studies have pointed aflatoxins and the duck hepatitis B virus as oncogenic agents, however, in birds of the genus Amazona, there are no studies that evaluate predisposing factors to the development of liver carcinoma. Macroscopically, hepatocellular carcinoma may present in massive, nodular or diffuse forms. In birds, the right lobe is the largest, which may suggest that this lobe is more prone to the development of HCC, as seen in the present case. The solid form, similar to that observed in this report, seems to be more commonly observed, as seen in the wild bird reports consulted. Metastases most often spread hematogenous, and in the present report there was metastasis to kidneys and lungs, which is a common feature for this neoplasm. In the present case, there was no labeling by any of the antibodies, perhaps because of their aggressiveness, associated with autolytic factors that prevent the labeling of antibodies, in addition to the specificity in the antibodyantigen relationship. This tumor must be differentiated from other liver tumors such as cholangiocarcinoma, and also the well-differentiated hepatocellular adenoma, in addition to non-neoplastic conditions. HCC should be considered as a differential diagnosis for Amazona aestiva found dead in the enclosure without previous clinical signs. This neoplasm is rare in Amazon parrots and reports should be encouraged in order to contribute to the understanding of the epidemiological and clinicopathological aspects of the tumor.

Glucose metabolism is upregulated in the mononuclear cell proteome during sepsis and supports endotoxin-tolerant cell function.

Metabolic adaptations shape immune cell function. In the acute response, a metabolic switch towards glycolysis is necessary for mounting a proinflammatory response. During the clinical course of sepsis, both suppression and activation of immune responses take place simultaneously. Leukocytes from septic patients present inhibition of cytokine production while other functions such as phagocytosis and production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) are preserved, similarly to the in vitro endotoxin tolerance model, where a first stimulation with lipopolysaccharide (LPS) affects the response to a second stimulus. Here, we sought to investigate how cellular metabolism is related to the modulation of immune responses in sepsis and endotoxin tolerance. Proteomic analysis in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from septic patients obtained at intensive care unit admission showed an upregulation of proteins related to glycolysis, the pentose phosphate pathway (PPP), production of ROS and nitric oxide, and downregulation of proteins in the tricarboxylic acid cycle and oxidative phosphorylation compared to healthy volunteers. Using the endotoxin-tolerance model in PBMCs from healthy subjects, we observed increased lactate production in control cells upon LPS stimulation, while endotoxin-tolerant cells presented inhibited tumor necrosis factor-α and lactate production along with preserved phagocytic capacity. Inhibition of glycolysis and PPP led to impairment of phagocytosis and cytokine production both in control and in endotoxin-tolerant cells. These data indicate that glucose metabolism supports leukocyte functions even in a condition of endotoxin tolerance.

Lack of serological and molecular evidences of Zika virus circulation in non-human primates in three states from Brazil.

BACKGROUND: Zika virus (ZIKV) was discovered in 1947 with the virus isolation from Rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta) in Uganda forest, Africa. Old World Primates are involved in a sylvatic cycle of maintenance of this arbovirus, however a limited knowledge about the role of New World primates in ZIKV transmission cycles has been established. OBJECTIVE: This work aimed to investigate the presence of enzootic circulation of ZIKV in New World Primates from three Brazilian states: São Paulo, Paraíba, and Paraná. METHODS: We analyzed 100 non-human primate samples collected in 2018 and 2020 from free-ranging and captive environments from São Paulo (six municipalities belonging to Sorocaba region), Paraíba (João Pessoa municipality), and Paraná (Foz do Iguaçu municipality) using reverse transcriptase quantitative polymerase reaction (RT-qPCR) assays, indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and plaque reduction neutralization test (PRNT). FINDINGS: All samples (n = 141) tested negative for the presence of ZIKV genome from tissue and blood samples. In addition, all sera (n = 58) from Foz do Iguaçu' non-human primates (NHPs) were negative in serological assays. MAIN CONCLUSION: No evidence of ZIKV circulation (molecular and serological) was found in neotropical primates. In addition, the absence of antibodies against ZIKV suggests the absence of previous viral exposure of NHPs from Foz do Iguaçu-PR.

Hydroalcoholic Leaf Extract of Punica granatum, alone and in Combination with Calcium Hydroxide, Is Effective against Mono- and Polymicrobial Biofilms of Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans.

Failures in endodontic treatments are mostly associated with the difficulty in eradicating microbes of the root canal system, highlighting the need to develop novel effective antimicrobials. Punica granatum (pomegranate) leaf hydroalcoholic extract may be a potential alternative in canal dressing, owing to its antimicrobial properties. The objective of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of hydroalcoholic leaf extract of Punica granatum (HEPg) alone or in combination with calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) against Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans in isolation and in mono- and polymicrobial biofilms. Microdilution tests in broth and assays for inhibition of biofilm formation were carried out to evaluate the antimicrobial properties of HEPg and HEPg + Ca(OH)2 against Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans. The cytotoxicity of HEPg in HaCaT cells was evaluated by MTT assay. HEPg and HEPg + Ca(OH)2 exerted significant antimicrobial activity against planktonic cells and mono- and polymicrobial biofilms. The combination of Punica granatum extract with Ca(OH)2 appears to be a promising alternative in endodontic treatments, which could be tested in vivo to confirm the efficacy of this mixture in disinfecting root canal systems.

Lack of serological and molecular evidences of Zika virus circulation in non-human primates in three states from Brazil

BACKGROUND Zika virus (ZIKV) was discovered in 1947 with the virus isolation from Rhesus monkey (Macaca mulatta) in Uganda forest, Africa. Old World Primates are involved in a sylvatic cycle of maintenance of this arbovirus, however a limited knowledge about the role of New World primates in ZIKV transmission cycles has been established. OBJECTIVE This work aimed to investigate the presence of enzootic circulation of ZIKV in New World Primates from three Brazilian states: São Paulo, Paraíba, and Paraná. METHODS We analyzed 100 non-human primate samples collected in 2018 and 2020 from free-ranging and captive environments from São Paulo (six municipalities belonging to Sorocaba region), Paraíba (João Pessoa municipality), and Paraná (Foz do Iguaçu municipality) using reverse transcriptase quantitative polymerase reaction (RT-qPCR) assays, indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and plaque reduction neutralization test (PRNT). FINDINGS All samples (n = 141) tested negative for the presence of ZIKV genome from tissue and blood samples. In addition, all sera (n = 58) from Foz do Iguaçu' non-human primates (NHPs) were negative in serological assays. MAIN CONCLUSION No evidence of ZIKV circulation (molecular and serological) was found in neotropical primates. In addition, the absence of antibodies against ZIKV suggests the absence of previous viral exposure of NHPs from Foz do Iguaçu-PR.

One Health Perspectives on New Emerging Viral Diseases in African Wild Great Apes.

The most recent emerging infectious diseases originated in animals, mainly in wildlife reservoirs. Mutations and recombination events mediate pathogen jumps between host species. The close phylogenetic relationship between humans and non-human primates allows the transmission of pathogens between these species. These pathogens cause severe impacts on public health and impair the conservation of habituated or non-habituated wild-living apes. Constant exposure of great apes to human actions such as hunting, deforestation, the opening of roads, and tourism, for example, contributes to increased interaction between humans and great apes. In spite of several studies emphasizing the risks of pathogen transmission between animals and humans, outbreaks of the reverse transmission of infectious agents threatening wildlife still occur on the African continent. In this context, measures to prevent the emergence of new diseases and conservation of primate species must be based on the One Health concept; that is, they must also ensure the monitoring of the environment and involve political and social aspects. In this article, we review and discuss the anthropological aspects of the transmission of diseases between people and wild primates and discuss new anthropozoonotic diseases in great apes in Africa from studies published between 2016 and 2020. We conclude that the health of great apes also depends on monitoring the health of human populations that interact with these individuals.

Leptospira interrogans infection of southern tamanduas (Tamandua tetradactyla, Linnaeus, 1758) in Brazil.

Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease of global importance caused by an obligate aerobic spirochaete that infects a wide variety of domestic and wild animals. Natural hosts are asymptomatic or show moderate signs of the disease. Accidental hosts develop a severe, often lethal, form of the disease. All young southern tamanduas died suddenly at the zoo in the city of João Pessoa, Brazil. The animals were found dead without any noticeable clinical signs. Necropsy revealed extensive haemorrhage in the subcutaneous tissues, kidneys, lungs in addition to the presence of red fluid in the thoracic, abdominal and pericardial cavities. Histopathology of kidneys exhibited acute interstitial nephritis and tubular necrosis. Immunohistochemical staining revealed typical leptospiral wavy forms and aggregates in the lumen of several kidney tubules and lungs. Pathological and molecular investigations confirmed Leptospira interrogans infection. The adult tamanduas did not present with clinical alterations. To our knowledge, this investigation is the first study to report that leptospirosis should be considered as a possible cause of death in tamanduas. This article warns of the risks of anthropization with respect to Leptospira transmission to tamanduas, other animals and humans.

Skin Diseases in Donkeys and Mules-An Update.

The skin of donkeys and mules represents a promising source of income; however, cultural, productive, and infectious factors can directly interfere with the quality of the integumentary tissue and well-being of these species. The objective of this study is to present a literature review on equine dermatopathies. This literature review included scientific articles related to equine medicine and breeding according to pre-established search terms and expressions published in recently articles. The evaluation of the clinical and pathological behavior of dermatopathies implies the use of control strategies and the recognition of pathological patterns that may be particular to the species.

Abortos, malformações congênitas e falhas reprodutivas espontâneas em caprinos causados na intoxicação pelas folhas da catingueira, Poincianella pyramidalis (sin. Caesalpinia pyramidalis) / Spontaneous abortion, congenital malformation and reproductive losses in goats due to poisoning by the leaves of Poincianella pyramidalis (syn. Caesalpinia pyramidalis)

O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar os efeitos de folhas da espécie arbórea Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L.P. Queiroz como causa espontânea de abortos, malformações e falhas reprodutivas em rebanhos caprinos no semiárido brasileiro. Foram realizadas investigações epidemiológicas, avaliações clínicas de caprinos acometidos por malformações e necropsias de fetos abortados em 12 propriedades localizadas nos municípios de Gurjão e Soledade, na Paraíba, e no município de Pau dos Ferros, Rio Grande do Norte. O estudo considerou apenas as propriedades que tinham basicamente a presença de P. pyramidalis entre as plantas teratogênicas. Na propriedade localizada no município de Pau dos Ferros foi verificada a ocorrência de grande número de abortos e o nascimento de cabritos malformados, acometendo 90% das cabras gestantes. Nas 12 propriedades pertencentes aos municípios de Gurjão e Soledade na Paraíba os casos espontâneos de mortalidade embrionária, abortos e malformações acometeram 257 cabras (41,1% das cabras dos rebanhos). A artrogripose foi a principal malformação congênita observada. Exames de necropsia e histopatológico de quatro fetos acompanhados das placentas não constataram a presença de agentes infecciosos. Os casos de perda embrionária, abortos e malformações foram concentrados predominantemente nas épocas do ano em que a pastagem estava escassa, mas havia disponibilidade de P. pyramidalis nas propriedades, devido à ocorrência das chuvas da pré-estação, que não permitiu a germinação de pasto, mas a rebrotação de P. pyramidalis. Os achados desse estudo comprovam que esta planta interfere consideravelmente na eficiência reprodutiva dos rebanhos caprinos do Semiárido.(AU)

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of the leaves of the tree Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L.P. Queiroz as a spontaneous cause of abortion, malformation and reproductive failure in goat herds in the Brazilian semiarid region. Epidemiological investigations, clinical evaluation of goats affected by malformation and necropsy of aborted fetuses was carried out on 12 farms located in the municipalities of Gurjão and Soledade, state of Paraíba, and on a farm located at the municipality of Pau dos Ferros, state of Rio Grande do Norte. The study considered only the farms where occurred predominantly P. pyramidalis among teratogenic plants. On the farm located in the municipality of Pau dos Ferros the occurrence of frequent abortion and birth of malformed goats, affecting 90% of pregnant goats, was observed. On the 12 farms belonging to the municipalities of Gurjão and Soledade, spontaneous cases of embryonic mortality, abortion and malformation occurred in 257 goats (41.1% of goats). Arthrogryposis was the main congenital malformation observed. Necropsy and histopathological exams of four fetuses and their placentas did not detect the presence of infectious agents. The cases of embryonic mortality, abortion and malformation were predominantly concentrated during the seasons of the year when pasture was scarce, but P. pyramidalis was available, due to the occurrence of pre-seasonal rains, which did not allow the pasture to germinate but P. pyramidalis to regrowth. The findings of this study confirm that this plant significantly interferes in the reproductive efficiency of semi-arid goat herds.(AU)

Abortos, malformações congênitas e falhas reprodutivas espontâneas em caprinos causados na intoxicação pelas folhas da catingueira, Poincianella pyramidalis (sin. Caesalpinia pyramidalis) / Spontaneous abortion, congenital malformation and reproductive losses in goats due to poisoning by the leaves of Poincianella pyramidalis (syn. Caesalpinia pyramidalis)

O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar os efeitos de folhas da espécie arbórea Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L.P. Queiroz como causa espontânea de abortos, malformações e falhas reprodutivas em rebanhos caprinos no semiárido brasileiro. Foram realizadas investigações epidemiológicas, avaliações clínicas de caprinos acometidos por malformações e necropsias de fetos abortados em 12 propriedades localizadas nos municípios de Gurjão e Soledade, na Paraíba, e no município de Pau dos Ferros, Rio Grande do Norte. O estudo considerou apenas as propriedades que tinham basicamente a presença de P. pyramidalis entre as plantas teratogênicas. Na propriedade localizada no município de Pau dos Ferros foi verificada a ocorrência de grande número de abortos e o nascimento de cabritos malformados, acometendo 90% das cabras gestantes. Nas 12 propriedades pertencentes aos municípios de Gurjão e Soledade na Paraíba os casos espontâneos de mortalidade embrionária, abortos e malformações acometeram 257 cabras (41,1% das cabras dos rebanhos). A artrogripose foi a principal malformação congênita observada. Exames de necropsia e histopatológico de quatro fetos acompanhados das placentas não constataram a presença de agentes infecciosos. Os casos de perda embrionária, abortos e malformações foram concentrados predominantemente nas épocas do ano em que a pastagem estava escassa, mas havia disponibilidade de P. pyramidalis nas propriedades, devido à ocorrência das chuvas da pré-estação, que não permitiu a germinação de pasto, mas a rebrotação de P. pyramidalis. Os achados desse estudo comprovam que esta planta interfere consideravelmente na eficiência reprodutiva dos rebanhos caprinos do Semiárido.(AU)

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of the leaves of the tree Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L.P. Queiroz as a spontaneous cause of abortion, malformation and reproductive failure in goat herds in the Brazilian semiarid region. Epidemiological investigations, clinical evaluation of goats affected by malformation and necropsy of aborted fetuses was carried out on 12 farms located in the municipalities of Gurjão and Soledade, state of Paraíba, and on a farm located at the municipality of Pau dos Ferros, state of Rio Grande do Norte. The study considered only the farms where occurred predominantly P. pyramidalis among teratogenic plants. On the farm located in the municipality of Pau dos Ferros the occurrence of frequent abortion and birth of malformed goats, affecting 90% of pregnant goats, was observed. On the 12 farms belonging to the municipalities of Gurjão and Soledade, spontaneous cases of embryonic mortality, abortion and malformation occurred in 257 goats (41.1% of goats). Arthrogryposis was the main congenital malformation observed. Necropsy and histopathological exams of four fetuses and their placentas did not detect the presence of infectious agents. The cases of embryonic mortality, abortion and malformation were predominantly concentrated during the seasons of the year when pasture was scarce, but P. pyramidalis was available, due to the occurrence of pre-seasonal rains, which did not allow the pasture to germinate but P. pyramidalis to regrowth. The findings of this study confirm that this plant significantly interferes in the reproductive efficiency of semi-arid goat herds.(AU)

Abortos, malformações congênitas e falhas reprodutivas espontâneas em caprinos causados na intoxicação pelas folhas da catingueira, Poincianella pyramidalis (sin. Caesalpinia pyramidalis)

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of the leaves of the tree Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L.P. Queiroz as a spontaneous cause of abortion, malformation and reproductive failure in goat herds in the Brazilian semiarid region. Epidemiological investigations, clinical evaluation of goats affected by malformation and necropsy of aborted fetuses was carried out on 12 farms located in the municipalities of Gurjão and Soledade, state of Paraíba, and on a farm located at the municipality of Pau dos Ferros, state of Rio Grande do Norte. The study considered only the farms where occurred predominantly P. pyramidalis among teratogenic plants. On the farm located in the municipality of Pau dos Ferros the occurrence of frequent abortion and birth of malformed goats, affecting 90% of pregnant goats, was observed. On the 12 farms belonging to the municipalities of Gurjão and Soledade, spontaneous cases of embryonic mortality, abortion and malformation occurred in 257 goats (41.1% of goats). Arthrogryposis was the main congenital malformation observed. Necropsy and histopathological exams of four fetuses and their placentas did not detect the presence of infectious agents. The cases of embryonic mortality, abortion and malformation were predominantly concentrated during the seasons of the year when pasture was scarce, but P. pyramidalis was available, due to the occurrence of pre-seasonal rains, which did not allow the pasture to germinate but P. pyramidalis to regrowth. The findings of this study confirm that this plant significantly interferes in the reproductive efficiency of semi-arid goat herds.

RESUMO: O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar os efeitos de folhas da espécie arbórea Poincianella pyramidalis (Tul.) L.P. Queiroz como causa espontânea de abortos, malformações e falhas reprodutivas em rebanhos caprinos no semiárido brasileiro. Foram realizadas investigações epidemiológicas, avaliações clínicas de caprinos acometidos por malformações e necropsias de fetos abortados em 12 propriedades localizadas nos municípios de Gurjão e Soledade, na Paraíba, e no município de Pau dos Ferros, Rio Grande do Norte. O estudo considerou apenas as propriedades que tinham basicamente a presença de P. pyramidalis entre as plantas teratogênicas. Na propriedade localizada no município de Pau dos Ferros foi verificada a ocorrência de grande número de abortos e o nascimento de cabritos malformados, acometendo 90% das cabras gestantes. Nas 12 propriedades pertencentes aos municípios de Gurjão e Soledade na Paraíba os casos espontâneos de mortalidade embrionária, abortos e malformações acometeram 257 cabras (41,1% das cabras dos rebanhos). A artrogripose foi a principal malformação congênita observada. Exames de necropsia e histopatológico de quatro fetos acompanhados das placentas não constataram a presença de agentes infecciosos. Os casos de perda embrionária, abortos e malformações foram concentrados predominantemente nas épocas do ano em que a pastagem estava escassa, mas havia disponibilidade de P. pyramidalis nas propriedades, devido à ocorrência das chuvas da pré-estação, que não permitiu a germinação de pasto, mas a rebrotação de P. pyramidalis. Os achados desse estudo comprovam que esta planta interfere consideravelmente na eficiência reprodutiva dos rebanhos caprinos do Semiárido.

Homens gays com deficiência congénita e/ou adquirida, física e/ou sensorial: duplo-fardo social / Hombres gays con deficiencia congénita y/o adquirida, física y/o sensorial: doble carga social / Gay men with congenital and/or acquired physical and/or sensory disability: a social double-burden

O estudo apresentado, de natureza qualitativa e exploratória, enquadra-se na linha de trabalhos que procuram contribuir, através da fenomenologia, para a compreensão da perspectiva única de homens gays com deficiência congénita e/ou adquirida, física e/ou sensorial, no que concerne às vivências inerentes à deficiência física, bem como à sua orientação sexual. Nesse sentido, recorrendo a uma entrevista semiestruturada, o presente estudo procurou, através da descrição detalhada das experiências pessoais de dois participantes, compreender os seus valores, as suas crenças, as suas representações, as suas atitudes e opiniões, assim como as suas referências normativas. Entre outras conclusões, ressaltamos que, para além de as experiências de dupla discriminação serem relatadas de forma central pelos participantes, verifica-se, de igual modo, a emergência de significados existenciais alternativos que lhes possibilitem alcançar as suas expectativas quanto à vivência da homossexualidade e da sexualidade.

Este artículo, basado en un estudio de naturaleza cualitativa y exploratoria, se encuadra en la línea de trabajos que, a través de la fenomenología, buscan contribuir a la comprensión de la perspectiva de hombres gays con deficiencia congénita y/o adquirida, física y/o sensorial, en lo concerniente a las vivencias inherentes a la deficiencia física, así como a su orientación sexual. En tal sentido, haciendo uso a una entrevista semi-estructurada, este trabajo procura, a través de una detallada descripción de experiencias personales de los participantes, comprender sus valores, sus creencias, sus representaciones, sus actitudes y opiniones, así como sus referencias normativas. Se destaca, entre otras conclusiones, que más allá de las experiencias de doble discriminación se ubican en el centro del relato de los participantes, se verifica la emergencia de significados existenciales alternativos, que les posibilitan alcanzar sus expectativas en cuanto a la vivencia de la homosexualidad y de la sexualidad.

The present qualitative and exploratory study seeks makes a contribution in the field of phenomenology to an understanding of the unique perspective of gay men with congenital and/or acquired physical and/or sensory impairments with regard to disability-related experiences, as well as their sexual orientation. Using a semi-structured interview and a detailed description of the personal experiences of two participants, the study addresses their values​​, beliefs, representations, attitudes, opinions, and normative references. Among others conclusions, we emphasize that, beyond the experience of double discrimination reported centrally by the participants, alternative existential meanings emerge, which allow them to meet their expectations regarding experiencing homosexuality and sexuality, free of prejudice and stigma.

Eficiência fotoquímica e produtividade de frutos de meloeiro cultivado sob diferentes lâminas de irrigação / Photochemical efficiency and yield of melon plants cultivated under different irrigation levels

O meloeiro tem reconhecida importância sócio-econômica no Nordeste do Brasil, porém a falta ou excesso de água limita o seu cultivo. Para tanto, é necessário determinar a quantidade ideal para a obtenção do máximo rendimento. Assim, objetivou-se avaliar a eficiência fotoquímica e o rendimento do meloeiro Cantaloupe sob diferentes lâminas de irrigação. O trabalho foi conduzido em condições de campo, adotando-se o delineamento em blocos ao acaso com 4 tratamentos [(60; 80; 100 e 120% da ETo (mm dia-¹)] que corresponderam aos volumes de água acumulados de 1250, 1680, 2110 e 2540 m3ciclo -¹, respectivamente; e 6 repetições com 10 plantas úteis por parcela. Analisaram-se as variáveis: fluorescência da clorofila a, rendimento e atributos físico-químicos dos frutos. A lâmina de água de 80% da ETo promoveu maior eficiência do fotossistema II. Houve menor produção de frutos da Classe I na lâmina superior a 100% da ETo; a incidência de frutos das Classes II e III cresceu linearmente com o aumento das lâminas de água. O tamanho dos frutos foi reduzido com irrigações superiores a 100% da ETo; no entanto, o teor de açúcar foi satisfatório até irrigações com 80% da ETo. Lâminas de água baseadas em 100% da ETo proporcionam os melhores índices fisiológicos e incrementos nas variáveis de produção.

The melon crop has great social and economic importance to Northeastern Brazil, however, lack and excess of water affect growth. Therefore it is necessary to determine ideal water amount to obtain the maximum yield. This research work aimed to evaluate photochemical efficiency and yield of Cantaloupe melon under different irrigations levels. The work was carried in field conditions, adopting a randomized block design with 4 treatments [(60, 80, 100, and 120% of ET0 (mm day-1) corresponded to the volume of water accumulated during the cycle: 1250, 1680, 2110 and 2540 m3 cycle-1, respectively, and 6 replications with 10 plants per experimental unit. The following variables were analyzed: chlorophyll fluorescence, yield and physical and chemical attributes fruits. The 80% ETo water level provided the higher efficiency of Photosystem II. There was lower production of Class I fruits with the level irrigation higher than 100% ETo; and the incidence of the class II and III fruits increased linearly with increasing water levels. There was a reduction in fruit size with irrigation higher than 100% ETo, however the sugar content was satisfactory with irrigation up to 80% ETo. Water levels based on 100% ETo provide the best physiological indices and increasing in production variables.

Photochemical efficiency and yield of melon plants cultivated under different irrigation levels / Eficiência fotoquímica e produtividade de frutos de meloeiro cultivado sob diferentes lâminas de irrigação

The melon crop has great social and economic importance to Northeastern Brazil, however, lack and excess of water affect growth. Therefore it is necessary to determine ideal water amount to obtain the maximum yield. This research work aimed to evaluate photochemical efficiency and yield of Cantaloupe melon under different irrigations levels. The work was carried in field conditions, adopting a randomized block design with 4 treatments [(60, 80, 100, and 120% of ET0 (mm day-1) corresponded to the volume of water accumulated during the cycle: 1250, 1680, 2110 and 2540 m3 cycle-1, respectively, and 6 replications with 10 plants per experimental unit. The following variables were analyzed: chlorophyll fluorescence, yield and physical and chemical attributes fruits. The 80% ETo water level provided the higher efficiency of Photosystem II. There was lower production of Class I fruits with the level irrigation higher than 100% ETo; and the incidence of the class II and III fruits increased linearly with increasing water levels. There was a reduction in fruit size with irrigation higher than 100% ETo, however the sugar content was satisfactory with irrigation up to 80% ETo. Water levels based on 100% ETo provide the best physiological indices and increasing in production variables.

O meloeiro tem reconhecida importância sócio-econômica no Nordeste do Brasil, porém a falta ou excesso de água limita o seu cultivo. Para tanto, é necessário determinar a quantidade ideal para a obtenção do máximo rendimento. Assim, objetivou-se avaliar a eficiência fotoquímica e o rendimento do meloeiro Cantaloupe sob diferentes lâminas de irrigação. O trabalho foi conduzido em condições de campo, adotando-se o delineamento em blocos ao acaso com 4 tratamentos [(60; 80; 100 e 120% da ETo (mm dia-¹)] que corresponderam aos volumes de água acumulados de 1250, 1680, 2110 e 2540 m3 ciclo -¹, respectivamente; e 6 repetições com 10 plantas úteis por parcela. Analisaram-se as variáveis: fluorescência da clorofila a, rendimento e atributos físico-químicos dos frutos. A lâmina de água de 80% da ETo promoveu maior eficiência do fotossistema II. Houve menor produção de frutos da Classe I na lâmina superior a 100% da ETo; a incidência de frutos das Classes II e III cresceu linearmente com o aumento das lâminas de água. O tamanho dos frutos foi reduzido com irrigações superiores a 100% da ETo; no entanto, o teor de açúcar foi satisfatório até irrigações com 80% da ETo. Lâminas de água baseadas em 100% da ETo proporcionam os melhores índices fisiológicos e incrementos nas variáveis de produção.

Prevenção e atendimento inicial do trauma e doenças cardiovasculares: um programa de ensino / Prevention and life support in case of trauma and cardiovascular diseases: an educational program

A Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, ao cumprir as prerrogativas da universidade quanto ao ensino, pesquisa e prestação de serviços à comunidade, tem desenvolvido programas direcionados à graduação e à coletividade, abrangendo diversos aspectos do trauma e das doenças cardiovasculares. Respeitando protocolos internacionais, cursos teórico-práticos são organizados e ministrados por instrutores reconhecidos pela American Heart Association e American College of Surgeons. A comparação entre pré e pós-testes demonstrou resultado melhor quando os alunos eram profissionais da área da saúde, o que foi atribuído a seu melhor preparo em relação à comunidade leiga. Entretanto, como a finalidade era a capacitação de todos, profissionais da saúde ou não, uma reavaliação da metodologia tornou-se necessária, salientando-se como principal preocupação uma duração maior das atividades práticas e maior possibilidade de discussões.

Pursuing its mission of teaching, research and delivery of services to the community, the University of São Paulo Medical School has developed programs directed not only to its students but also to the community at large. One of these programs addresses first aid in case of trauma and cardiovascular diseases. Following international guidelines recognized by the American Heart Association and the American College of Surgeons, the institution offers theoretical and practical courses organized and held by certified instructors. A comparison of the tests made before and after the course showed that the health professionals achieved better results, probably as a result of their previous professional training. However, as the main goal of the course was providing first-aid training to the lay community, the used methodology was reviewed and more attention was given to the practical activities and space for discussions.

Coroidopatia peripapilar geográfica

Através da literatura compilada, os autores tecem comentários sobre três observaçöes pessoais de GHPC. Säo abordadas, principalmente, as características clínicas destas entidade visto nada poder ser esclarecido sobre etiologia e näo se conhecer terapia eficaz. Em casos de neovascularizaçäo sub-retiniana a fotocoagulaçäo laser pode ser tentada

Distrofia miotônica: apresentaçäo de um caso

Os autores discutem as alteraçöes musculares, oculares e sistêmicas características da distrofia miotômica com ênfase em seu diagnóstico clínico, e apresentam um caso com comprometimento oftalmológico

Macroaneurisma retiniano: apresentaçäo de dois casos tratados por laser de argônio

Os A.A. apresentam dois casos de macroaneurisma arterial retiniano. Discutem suas manifestaçöes clínicas, sua semiologia e a possível etiologia. Ambos os casos apresentaram melhores importante da acuidade visual com fotocoagulaçäo por laser de argônio

Cirurgia da cisticercose ocular no Instituto Penido Burnier

Os autores descrevem a evoluçäo das técnicas cirúrgicas para extraçäo do cisticerco ocular desde 1915 no Instituto Penido Burnier, baseados em 377 casos. As técnicas foram modificadas acompanhando o progresso do conhecimento dos processos de defesa do olho e o aperfeiçoamento dos equipamentos para cirurgia oftalmológica. Na cirurgia de cisticercose intra-ocular ocorreram melhorias desde a extraçäo com pinça especial e a localizaçäo com diatermicoagulaçäo até o uso de lente de Goldman, microcriosonda, microscópico cirúrgico binocular, fotocoagulaçäo, oftalmoscopia binocular indireta, iluminaçäo por fibra óptica e vitreófago. Estas inovaçöes ampliaram as possibilidades de extraçäo com menor trauma