GROWTH PROMOTION OF Schizolobium parahyba var. amazonicum SEEDLINGS USING STRAINS OF Trichoderma spp. UNDER PHOSPHORUS RATES

Fungi of the genus Trichoderma are significantly important for promoting the growth of different plant species. Moreover, they have been connected to high nutrient absorption. Thus, the objective of this study was to evaluate the initial development of seedlings of Brazilian firetree [Schizolobium parahyba var. amazonicum (Huber ex Ducke) Barneby] with application of Trichoderma spp. and phosphorus (P) rates. A randomized block design with seven replications was used, in a 4×5 factorial arrangement (strains and P rates); the P rates were applied using 0, 64, 128, 192, and 256 mg dm-3 of P2O5 (triple superphosphate). The characteristics evaluated were plant height (PH), stem diameter (SD), leaf fresh weight (LFW), leaf dry weight (LDW), stem fresh weight (SFW), stem dry weight (SDW), shoot fresh weight (SHFW), and shoot dry weight (SHDW). The results showed that Trichoderma spp. promotes satisfactory conditions for growing Schizolobium parahyba var. amazonicum, and the strain Trichoderma harzianum IBLF 006 WP at P2O5 rate of approximately 128 mg dm-3provided the highest increase in the evaluated variables

Cisto Ciliado hepático: Relato de caso

O cisto ciliado hepático é uma doença rara do fígado, de natureza congênita, mais comumente encontrada em adultos, com cerca de 103 casos relatados na literatura mundial. Tem um curso clínico benigno, geralmente assintomático, apresentando-se como um cisto solitário, unilocular, com localização tipicamente em lobo esquerdo. O aumento do uso de técnicas de imagem abdominal melhorou as taxas de detecção destes cistos, explicando assim porque mais de 85% dos casos foram relatados nos últimos 20 anos. O tratamento recomendado varia desde observação à excisão cirúrgica. Apesar do curso clínico ser essencialmente benigno, em cerca de 5% dos casos, ocorreu transformação maligna com um curso clínico fatal. A raridade dos cistos ciliados hepáticos ressalta a importância de reportar casos individuais. Sendo assim, à medida que mais casos são relatados, características importantes serão cada vez mais conhecidas, sendo possível também contribuir com a escassez de trabalhos sobre o tema, principalmente na literatura nacional, onde encontramos somente um artigo que disserta a respeito deste cisto, justificando assim a sua relevância. O objetivo do presente estudo é relatar o caso de um paciente de 38 anos, do sexo masculino, apresentando um cisto hepático ciliado com diagnóstico há 2 anos o qual foi acompanhado com conduta expectante devido as características individuais do paciente e do cisto ciliado hepático.e profissionais de saúde, sensibilizado estes com relação à importância da dengue em nosso estado

In-hospital outcomes of Infective Endocarditis from 1978 to 2015: analysis through machine-learning techniques

© 2021 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. on behalf of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC- ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/)Background: Early identification of patients with infective endocarditis (IE) at higher risk for in-hospital mortality is essential to guide management and improve prognosis. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted of a cohort of patients followed up from 1978 to 2015, classified according to the modified Duke criteria. Clinical parameters, echocardiographic data, and blood cultures were assessed. Techniques of machine learning, such as the classification tree, were used to explain the association between clinical characteristics and in-hospital mortality. Additionally, the log-linear model and graphical random forests (GRaFo) representation were used to assess the degree of dependence among in-hospital outcomes of IE. Results: This study analyzed 653 patients: 449 (69.0%) with definite IE; 204 (31.0%) with possible IE; mean age, 41.3 ± 19.2 years; 420 (64%) men. Mode of IE acquisition: community-acquired (67.6%), nosocomial (17.0%), undetermined (15.4%). Complications occurred in 547 patients (83.7%), the most frequent being heart failure (47.0%), neurologic complications (30.7%), and dialysis-dependent renal failure (6.5%). In-hospital mortality was 36.0%. The classification tree analysis identified subgroups with higher in-hospital mortality: patients with community-acquired IE and peripheral stigmata on admission; and patients with nosocomial IE. The log-linear model showed that surgical treatment was related to higher in-hospital mortality in patients with neurologic complications. Conclusions: The use of a machine-learning model allowed identification of subgroups of patients at higher risk for in-hospital mortality. Peripheral stigmata, nosocomial IE, absence of vegetation, and surgery in the presence of neurologic complications are predictors of fatal outcomes in machine learning-based analysis.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA, IDENTIDADES E CAMPOS DE ATUAÇÃO

Em 2011 se iniciou no Twitter uma campanha que reivindicava a saída do então presidente da Confederação Brasileira de Futebol. O episódio demonstrava o poder que a mobilização popular assumia nas Redes Sociais. A partir dessa temática, realizamos uma pesquisa que investigou como são os debates públicos sobre fatos esportivos no Twitter. Para tal, analisamos 725 postagens e acompanhamos a campanha por seis meses. Constatamos que para protestar, os participantes debatem entre si, divulgam opiniões pessoais e informações da mídia que não são presentes nos meios televisivos, além de abordarem a temática esportiva de modo amplo e crítico

A CAMPANHA #FORARICARDOTEIXEIRA NO TWITTER: INTERAÇÕES SOCIAIS E DEBATE PÚBLICO A RESPEITO DO ESPORTE

Em 2011 ganhou espaço na mídia um movimento que se iniciou no Twitter e que reivindicava a saída do então presidente da Confederação Brasileira de Futebol (CBF). O episódio demonstrava o poder que a mobilização popular assumia nas Redes Sociais. A partir dessa temática, realizamos uma pesquisa com o objetivo de investigar como são os debates públicos sobre fatos esportivos na Rede Social Twitter, a partir de um estudo de caso da campanha “Fora Ricardo Teixeira”. Para tal, analisamos 725 postagens textuais do Twitter e acompanhamos a campanha por seis meses. Constatamos que, para protestar, os participantes debatem entre si, divulgam opiniões pessoais e informações da mídia que não são presentes nos meios televisivos, além de abordarem a temática esportiva de modo amplo e crítico

A MÍDIA EM DEBATE NA CAMPANHA #FORARICARDOTEIXEIRA DO TWITTER

Em 2011 ganhou espaço na mídia um movimento que se iniciou no Twitter e que reivindicava a saída do então presidente da Confederação Brasileira de Futebol (CBF). O episódio demonstrava o poder que a mobilização popular assumia nas Redes Sociais. A partir dessa temática, realizamos uma pesquisa com o objetivo de investigar como são os debates públicos sobre fatos esportivos na Rede Social Twitter, a partir de um estudo de caso da campanha "Fora Ricardo Teixeira". Para tal, analisamos 725 postagens textuais do Twitter e acompanhamos a campanha por seis meses. Constatamos que para protestar, os participantes debatem entre si, divulgam opiniões pessoais e informações da mídia que não são presentes nos meios televisivos, além de abordarem a temática esportiva de modo amplo e crítico

A skin cancer prevention facial-aging mobile app for secondary schools in Brazil : appearance-focused interventional study.

Background: The incidence of melanoma is increasing faster than any other major cancer both in Brazil and worldwide. Southeast Brazil has especially high incidences of melanoma, and early detection is low. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a primary risk factor for developing melanoma. Increasing attractiveness is a major motivation among adolescents for tanning. A medical student-delivered intervention that takes advantage of the broad availability of mobile phones and adolescents? interest in their appearance indicated effectiveness in a recent study from Germany. However, the effect in a high-UV index country with a high melanoma prevalence and the capability of medical students to implement such an intervention remain unknown. Objective: In this pilot study, our objective was to investigate the preliminary success and implementability of a photoaging intervention to prevent skin cancer in Brazilian adolescents. Methods: We implemented a free photoaging mobile phone app (Sunface) in 15 secondary school classes in southeast Brazil. Medical students ?mirrored? the pupils? altered 3-dimensional (3D) selfies reacting to touch on tablets via a projector in front of their whole grade accompanied by a brief discussion of means of UV protection. An anonymous questionnaire capturing sociodemographic data and risk factors for melanoma measured the perceptions of the intervention on 5-point Likert scales among 356 pupils of both sexes (13-19 years old; median age 16 years) in grades 8 to 12 of 2 secondary schools in Brazil. Results: We measured more than 90% agreement in both items that measured motivation to reduce UV exposure and only 5.6% disagreement: 322 (90.5%) agreed or strongly agreed that their 3D selfie motivated them to avoid using a tanning bed, and 321 (90.2%) that it motivated them to improve their sun protection; 20 pupils (5.6%) disagreed with both items. The perceived effect on motivation was higher in female pupils in both tanning bed avoidance (n=198, 92.6% agreement in females vs n=123, 87.2% agreement in males) and increased use of sun protection (n=197, 92.1% agreement in females vs n=123, 87.2% agreement in males) and independent of age or skin type. All medical students involved filled in a process evaluation revealing that they all perceived the intervention as effective and unproblematic, and that all pupils tried the app in their presence. Conclusions: The photoaging intervention was effective in changing behavioral predictors for UV protection in Brazilian adolescents. The predictors measured indicated an even higher prospective effectiveness in southeast Brazil than in Germany (>90% agreement in Brazil vs >60% agreement in Germany to both items that measured motivation to reduce UV exposure) in accordance with the theory of planned behavior. Medical students are capable of complete implementation. A randomized controlled trial measuring prospective effects in Brazil is planned as a result of this study

Efeito da Analgesia Preventiva na Redução da Dor Pós-Operatória: Uma Análise Abrangente

This article explores the significant intersection between anesthesia and chronic pain therapy in cancer patients, highlighting the importance of these approaches in the context of treating various neoplastic conditions. Anesthesia plays a crucial role in surgical procedures and therapeutic interventions, requiring a comprehensive analysis of available options to ensure the safety and comfort of patients. When considering different anesthetic techniques, the goal is to provide healthcare professionals with an in-depth understanding of the latest and most effective strategies, taking into account factors such as postoperative recovery and acute pain management. The choice of anesthetic approach in cancer patients is multifaceted, influenced by variables such as the type of intervention, the patient's overall health, and the specificities of the neoplastic condition. In this context, the comparative analysis of different anesthetic techniques, such as regional and general approaches, becomes essential to ensure treatment effectiveness and minimize adverse impacts. Furthermore, chronic pain therapy in cancer patients is a complex challenge that requires an integrated approach. This article examines various therapeutic modalities, from pharmacological interventions to non-pharmacological methods, with the aim of providing valuable insights to optimize chronic pain management and improve post-treatment quality of life. Understanding the complexities and nuances of these therapies is essential to ensure comprehensive and personalized care for cancer patients, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach in managing chronic pain in an oncological context. Finally, this article seeks to consolidate up-to-date information on anesthesia and chronic pain therapy in cancer patients, offering a critical review of available scientific literature. The goal is to contribute to the continuous development of clinical practices in this area, promoting the effectiveness of procedures and improving the quality of life for patients facing this challenging condition.Este artigo explora a significativa interseção entre a anestesia e a terapia de dor crônica em pacientes oncológicos, destacando a importância dessas abordagens no contexto do tratamento de diversas condições neoplásicas. A anestesia desempenha um papel crucial em procedimentos cirúrgicos e intervenções terapêuticas, exigindo uma análise abrangente das opções disponíveis para garantir a segurança e o conforto dos pacientes. Ao considerar diferentes técnicas anestésicas, o objetivo é fornecer aos profissionais de saúde uma visão aprofundada das estratégias mais recentes e eficazes, levando em conta fatores como a recuperação pós-operatória e o manejo da dor aguda. A escolha da abordagem anestésica em pacientes oncológicos é multifacetada, influenciada por variáveis como o tipo de intervenção, estado de saúde geral do paciente e especificidades da condição neoplásica. Neste contexto, a análise comparativa de diferentes técnicas anestésicas, como abordagens regionais e gerais, torna-se essencial para garantir a eficácia do tratamento e minimizar os impactos adversos. Além disso, a terapia de dor crônica em pacientes oncológicos é um desafio complexo que requer uma abordagem integrada. Este artigo examina diversas modalidades terapêuticas, desde intervenções farmacológicas até métodos não farmacológicos, com o intuito de fornecer insights valiosos para otimizar o manejo da dor crônica e melhorar a qualidade de vida pós-tratamento. A compreensão das complexidades e nuances dessas terapias é essencial para garantir um cuidado abrangente e personalizado aos pacientes oncológicos, destacando a importância de uma abordagem holística na gestão da dor crônica em contexto oncológico. Por fim, este artigo busca consolidar informações atualizadas sobre anestesia e terapia de dor crônica em pacientes oncológicos, oferecendo uma revisão crítica da literatura científica disponível. O objetivo é contribuir para o desenvolvimento contínuo das práticas clínicas nessa área, promovendo a eficácia dos procedimentos e a melhoria da qualidade de vida para os pacientes que enfrentam essa condição desafiadora. &nbsp

A list of land plants of Parque Nacional do Caparaó, Brazil, highlights the presence of sampling gaps within this protected area

Brazilian protected areas are essential for plant conservation in the Atlantic Forest domain, one of the 36 global biodiversity hotspots. A major challenge for improving conservation actions is to know the plant richness, protected by these areas. Online databases offer an accessible way to build plant species lists and to provide relevant information about biodiversity. A list of land plants of “Parque Nacional do Caparaó” (PNC) was previously built using online databases and published on the website "Catálogo de Plantas das Unidades de Conservação do Brasil." Here, we provide and discuss additional information about plant species richness, endemism and conservation in the PNC that could not be included in the List. We documented 1,791 species of land plants as occurring in PNC, of which 63 are cited as threatened (CR, EN or VU) by the Brazilian National Red List, seven as data deficient (DD) and five as priorities for conservation. Fifity-one species were possible new ocurrences for ES and MG states