Gender differences in careers and publications within the sport management academy

Sport management programs are essential pathways by which aspiring professionals in the sport industry achieve their university education. While a substantial segment of sport management scholarship has focused on driving for higher rates of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport industry, less attention has been paid to the sport management academy. In this study, we examine the gender representation of full-time faculty positions, publications, and research methodologies in sport management. Our results show that men are employed in higher numbers overall. In the 329 sport management programs studied, the percentage of women employed at each level are as follows: assistant professor (46.8%), associate professor (39.5%), and full professor (37%), suggesting a drop-off aligned with the concept of career derailment, or a time-lag in reaching equity in the discipline. Women are also less published within top sport management journals (Journal of Sport Management, European Sport Management Quarterly, and Sport Management Review). Implications of these findings are discussed as well as future research directions

Ultrafast imaging Raman spectroscopy of large-area samples without stepwise scanning

Step-by-step, time-consuming scanning of the sample is still the state-of-the-art in imaging Raman spectroscopy. Even for a few 100 image points the measurement time may add up to minutes or hours. A radical decrease in measurement time can be achieved by applying multiplex spectrographs coupled to imaging fiber bundles that are successfully used in astronomy. For optimal use of the scarce and expensive observation time at astronomical observatories, special high-performance spectrograph systems were developed. They are designed for recording thousands of spatially resolved spectra of a two-dimensional image field within one single exposure. Transferring this technology to imaging Raman spectroscopy allows a considerably faster acquisition of chemical maps. Currently, an imaging field of up to 1 cm2 can be investigated. For porcine skin the required measurement time is less than 1 min. For this reason, this technique is of particular interest for medical diagnostics, e.g., the identification of potentially cancerous abnormalities of skin tissue

Preparing the upper gastrointestinal tract for an esophagogastroduodenoscopy to identify the source of acute bleeding

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGDS) is the main way to diagnose bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract. Diagnostic accuracy of the study depends on the preparation. Aim of the study was to evaluate the preparation of the upper parts of the digestive tract in case of esophagogastroduodenal bleeding. Material and methods. The retrospective analysis of 2570 case histories was carried out. Gastric lavage through nasogastric tube was carried out in the main group (1299 patients). Preparation for the primary EGDS was not carried out in the control group (1271 patients). A comparison of the number of EGDS performed and the detection of the bleeding source in the control and the main groups as well as the period of investigation up to the detection of the bleeding source were performed. Results. EGDS without preparation of the upper gastrointestinal tract in case of acute bleeding and determination of the diagnosis is possible in 85,6 % of patients. Preparation of the upper gastrointestinal tract for EGDS prolongs the study period by 30–60 minutes, but allows establishing the diagnosis in 93.7 % of cases that is by 8.1 % more than without preparation

Modern management of acute non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding

Acute, non-varicose bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract remains a common clinical problem. Bleeding episodes are associated with high mortality and a significant economic burden on the health care system. Despite the continuing improvement in endoscopic treatment, recurrent bleeding and associated mortality are still a pressing issue. In addition to the well-established modalities of endoscopic hemostasis: injection, thermal, mechanical, used both as mono therapy and as part of a combination therapy, the review discusses the use of novel types of endoscopic devices. The results of the use of over-the-scope clips, coagrasper, hemostatic sprays, endoscopic angiography, radiofrequency ablation, cryotherapy and endoscopic suturing device are described. The technical aspects of their application, the issues of efficacy and safety, the advantages and limitations of methods for achieving final endoscopic hemostasis are considered. The methods of initial assessment and treatment strategies for recurrent bleeding and unsuccessful endoscopic hemostasis were also analyzed. Material and methods. Literature search was carried out using the following electronic information resources: CyberLeninka, PubMed, Nature Pathology, MEDLINE, PLoS ONE. Results. Сombined endoscopic hemostasis is a standard therapy in the treatment of gastrointestinal tract cerebral infections with an efficiency of 95-98 %, new modalities of endoscopic hemostasis are able, in some cases, to achieve final endoscopic hemostasis both in primary endoscopic treatment and in recurrent bleeding

Feasibility of Unwaxed and Waxed Banana (Musa acuminata x balbisiana) Pseudostem Fibers as Alternative Dental Floss Material

Oral health, waste management, and sustainability are prevalent issues faced by developing countries. Relative to these concerns, there remains a need for oral hygiene essentials that are both effective and environmentally responsible. This study aims to explore the feasibility of banana pseudostem fibers (BPF) as an alternative material for sustainable dental floss in terms of two physical properties, namely, tensile strength and elongation at break. Fibers were mechanically extracted from the outermost sheaths of banana pseudostems to produce two sample groups, unwaxed BPF and waxed BPF, the latter comprising fibers that were coated with a mixture of two parts coconut oil and one part candelilla wax. Both sample groups were tested for tensile strength and elongation at break. According to the mean and SD of both groups and one-way MANOVA, unwaxed BPF had significantly higher tensile strength and elongation at break than waxed BPF, revealing that the wax coating process diminished the physical properties of the BPF due to thermal degradation. Furthermore, the application of the coconut oil-candelilla wax coating was found to have a large effect on tensile strength and a small effect on elongation at break. Results show that there is potential in BPF to be an alternative material for dental floss in relation to the examined properties, although it may not be a substitute for synthetic dental floss material by itself. Modifying the fiber extraction and wax coating processes involved and assessing the chemical properties of the material are also recommended for further research

Influencia de un programa de ejercicios físicos en la mejora del dolor de pacientes fibromiálgicos

Introduction: Fibromyalgia is a rheumatic disease of unknown etiology that causes skeletal-muscle disability consisting in chronic and diffuse pain. It is characterized by producing limitations in activity and restrictions in participation, decreasing considerably the quality of life of patients, affecting both the biological and psychological areas, where pain is the main symptom. In this context, different treatments are used where therapeutic physical exercise is a viable alternative.Objective: To assess the influence of a physical exercise program for the reduction of pain in fibromyalgia, which includes the orientation to the family as an educational measure.Material and method: A pilot study of quantitative, pre-experimental and exploratory type was carried out. A therapeutic physical intervention was carried out where a program of low-impact aerobics was used (walking, ergometric bicycle, walking in place, walking in the water and musical rhythmic exercises), flexibility, muscle strengthening, joint mobility, throwing fitness ball and Chinese therapeutic gymnastics (Qi-gong).Results and conclusions: It was found that the program of physical exercises correctly dosed and planned is an important tool in pain´s treatment of patients with fibromyalgia, since 100% of the patients significantly improved (p < 0.001) when the pre-test and post-test was compared.Introducción: La fibromialgia es una enfermedad reumática discapacitante consistente en la presencia de dolor crónico de los músculos esqueléticos, disminuyendo considerablemente la calidad de vida de quienes la padecen. Los tratamientos disponibles vas desde el uso de estrategias farmacológicas hasta la terapia, donde el ejercicio físico terapéutico es una alternativa viable. Objetivo: valorar la influencia de un programa de ejercicios físicos para la disminución del dolor en la fibromialgia, que incluye la orientación a la familia como medida educativa. Material y método: se realizó un estudio piloto de tipo cuantitativo, prospectivo, longitudinal y comparativo. Se efectuó una intervención física terapéutica donde se utilizó un programa de ejercicios aeróbicos de bajo impacto (Caminar, Bicicleta ergométrica, marcha en el lugar, ejercicios de hidrocinesiterapia particularmente el entrenamiento de la marcha y ejercicios de estiramientos, ejercicios rítmicos musicales), de flexibilidad, de fortalecimiento muscular, movilidad articular, de lanzamiento de balón medicinal y gimnasia terapéutica China, específicamente el Qi-gong. Resultados y conclusiones: se encontró que el programa de ejercicios físicos correctamente dosificado y planificado es una herramienta importante en el tratamiento del dolor en pacientes con fibromialgia, ya que el 100% de los pacientes mejoraron significativamente (p<0.001) después de la intervención

Structural features of phlegmon of the maxillofacial region from inhabitants of Khanty – Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug

Phlegmon of the maxillofacial region in the Khanty – Mansiysk Autonomous Region is one of the main pathologies of the oral and maxillofacial surgery, accounting for 4.3% of the hospitalized in the Department of oral and maxillofacial surgery (maxillofacial surgery). On the basis of a complete retrospective examination, the results of treatment of 171 patients were analyzed, it was found that the age group of 21-40 years (58.5 0%), male (67.8%) prevails. The main etiological factor is odontogenic causes (76.6%). Among the diseases that form the premorbid background, the presence of HIV infection (4.7%) and diabetes mellitus (4.1%) was noted. Surgical intervention in combination with antibacterial therapy and complex postoperative management of purulent wound allows to achieve satisfactory immediate results of treatment, to exclude lethal outcomes and to reduce the average duration of hospital treatment to 9,0 + 1,3 days.Флегмоны челюстно-лицевой области в ХМао на сегодня являются одной из основных патологий челюстно-лицевой хирургии, составляя 4,3% от госпитализированных в отделение челюстно-лицевой хирургии (ЧЛХ). На основе сплошного ретроспективного обследования проанализированы результаты лечения 171 больного, установили, что преобладает возрастная группа 21 - 40 лет (58,5 0%), мужской пол (67,8%). основным этиологическим фактором являются одонтогенные причины (76,6%). Среди заболеваний, формирующих преморбидный фон отмечено наличие ВИЧ инфекции (у 4,7%) и сахарного диабета (у 4,1%). Хирургическое вмешательство в сочетании с антибактериальной терапией и комплексным послеоперационным ведением гнойной раны позволяет добиться удовлетворительных ближайших результатов лечения, исключить летальные исходы и сократить среднюю длительность стационарного лечения до 9,0 + 1,3 койко-дня