Mensuração de problemas locomotores e de lesões no coxim plantar em frangos de corte

This study was conducted in UTFPR, Campus Dois Vizinhos-PR and divided into two experiments with 600 male broilers of the same lineage and origin. The objective of this study was to evaluate different methodologies for measurement of footpad and locomotors lesions in broilers and the effect of housing density on the incidence of these injuries. For the experiment the incidence of loco- motor problems in a completely randomized design and factorial 3 x 3 x 2 (density x evaluators x methods of locomotor problems). For the experiment of footpad dermatitis, the birds were distributed in a completely randomized design and factorial 3 x 3 x 3 (density x evaluators x methods of footpad lesions), with four replicates. For the evaluation of each methodology, we used three different evaluators who were previously trained on the application of methods and without any interaction between them. The averages were compared by Tukey tests at 5% probability of error. The repeatability of the method was analyzed from scores measurements taken by evaluators. The intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was applied with a significant level of 5%. Density of housing affects the higher intensity of locomotor problems and foot pad dermatitis of the birds, increasing their development. In general, the methods were not available to be interpreted and applied.Este estudo foi conduzido na UTFPR, Campus Dois Vizinhos-PR, dividido em dois experimentos com 600 pintainhos de corte machos, de mesma linhagem (Cobb) e origem. O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar distintas metodologias para mensuração de lesões no coxim plantar e lesões locomotoras em frangos de corte, bem como o efeito da densidade de alojamento na incidência de lesões. Para o experimento de incidência de problemas locomotores, em delineamento inteiramente casualizado e em esquema fatorial 3 x 3 x 2 (avaliadores x densidade x metodologias de pro- blemas de locomoção). Para o experimento de incidência de lesões no coxim plantar, as aves foram distribuídas em delineamento inteiramente casualizado e em esquema fatorial 3 x 3 x 3 (avaliadores x densidade x metodologias de lesões no coxim plantar), com quatro repetições cada. Para a avaliação de cada metodologia adotada, foram utilizados três avaliadores distintos e pre- viamente treinados sobre a aplicação dos méto- dos e sem qualquer interação entre si. As médias obtidas foram comparadas pelo Testes de Tukey ao nível de 5% de probabilidade do erro. A repetibilidade do método foi analisada pelos escores mensurados pelos avaliadores. O coeficiente de correlação intraclasse (ICC) foi aplicado com nível de significância de 5 %. Densidades de alojamento mais elevadas afetaram a intensidade de proble- mas locomotores e de lesões no coxim plantar das aves, aumentando com o desenvolvimento das mesmas. No geral, as metodologias de mensuração de problemas locomotores e de lesão no coxim plantar avaliadas neste estudo são passíveis de aplicação, porém não tão acessíveis de serem interpretada

Improving port terminal operations through information sharing

Part IV: ICT and Emerging Technologies in Production ManagementInternational audiencePorts are integral parts of many supply chains and are as such a contributing factor to the overall efficiency of the supply chain. As the role of the ports is increasingly changing towards being more integrated into the supply chain, ports need to start focusing on optimising the activities and striving for low-lead time. Ports are also complex entities comprising of different companies. The dynamic nature of ports is also a problem when trying to optimise the utilisation of resources and ensure a low lead-time. Information sharing is crucial in the attempt to improve ports operations. This paper attempts to explain how information sharing is enabled in such an environment, and which considerations are relevant, both in regards to the information and required technology. The paper highlights trust, availability of data, and complexity of solutions and technology, as being the main hurdles

Safety of hospital discharge before return of bowel function after elective colorectal surgery

© 2020 BJS Society Ltd Published by John Wiley & Sons LtdBackground: Ileus is common after colorectal surgery and is associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications. Identifying features of normal bowel recovery and the appropriateness for hospital discharge is challenging. This study explored the safety of hospital discharge before the return of bowel function. Methods: A prospective, multicentre cohort study was undertaken across an international collaborative network. Adult patients undergoing elective colorectal resection between January and April 2018 were included. The main outcome of interest was readmission to hospital within 30 days of surgery. The impact of discharge timing according to the return of bowel function was explored using multivariable regression analysis. Other outcomes were postoperative complications within 30 days of surgery, measured using the Clavien–Dindo classification system. Results: A total of 3288 patients were included in the analysis, of whom 301 (9·2 per cent) were discharged before the return of bowel function. The median duration of hospital stay for patients discharged before and after return of bowel function was 5 (i.q.r. 4–7) and 7 (6–8) days respectively (P < 0·001). There were no significant differences in rates of readmission between these groups (6·6 versus 8·0 per cent; P = 0·499), and this remained the case after multivariable adjustment for baseline differences (odds ratio 0·90, 95 per cent c.i. 0·55 to 1·46; P = 0·659). Rates of postoperative complications were also similar in those discharged before versus after return of bowel function (minor: 34·7 versus 39·5 per cent; major 3·3 versus 3·4 per cent; P = 0·110). Conclusion: Discharge before return of bowel function after elective colorectal surgery appears to be safe in appropriately selected patients