52 research outputs found
Insertion of i-gel™ by the reversed technique improves the success rate and reduces the time taken for its placement: A prospective, randomized, controlled, interventional trial
No full textBackground and Aims: We hypothesized that the i-gel™ supra-glottic airway can be inserted with relative ease in a reversed manner just like a Guedel's airway.
Material and Methods: A prospective, randomized, controlled interventional trial was conducted on 100 patients to compare reversed insertion of the i-gel™ (Group R) with the conventional insertion (Group C). In Group C, i-gel™ was introduced in a conventional manner, whereas in the Group R, i-gel™ was introduced into the oral cavity with the concavity facing the hard palate. On reaching the oropharynx, the device was rotated 180° and advanced further until it fitted over the larynx. The time of insertion, ease, and placement appropriateness were compared.
Results: All patients completed the study. Better success rate of the first attempt insertion was achieved using the reversed technique (96% vs. 86%), but it was not statistically significant. Mean time required for i-gel™ insertion in Group R was 17.5 ± 6.9 s as compared to 20.8 ± 5.9 s in Group C, which was statistically significant. In Group R, it could be inserted within 20 s in 84% of cases, but only in 62% in Group C. The seal of the i-gel™ was similar in both the groups with the leak volumes (inspired – expired tidal volumes) being similar.
Conclusion: Reversed insertion technique for the placement of i-gel™ resulted in appropriate placement with easier insertion and lower placement time than that with the conventional technique
A concise review on the cultivation of microalgal biofilms for biofuel feedstock production
No full textFunding Information: Authors duly acknowledge the grant received from Sharda University seed grant project (SUSF2001/01). Authors duly acknowledge the grant received from the Life Sciences Research Board, Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) (File No. LSRB/81/48222/LSRB-368/BTB/2020) and Department of Science and Technology (File No. CRD/2018/000022) for the accomplishment of this work. Kavindra Kumar Kesari and Janne Ruokolainen thanking Aalto University for providing an open access support. Funding Information: Open Access funding provided by Aalto University. Authors duly acknowledge the grant received from Sharda University seed grant project (SUSF2001/01). Authors duly acknowledge the grant received from the Life Sciences Research Board, Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) (File No. LSRB/81/48222/LSRB-368/BTB/2020) and Department of Science and Technology (File No. CRD/2018/000022) for the accomplishment of this work. Publisher Copyright: © 2022, The Author(s).The enormous capability of microalgae for biomass production and co-products has recently been widely researched from a range of research approaches. Microalgae biomass has been discovered as a suitable feedstock for biofuel generation in the third generation. Although they may easily be cultivated in the laboratory, commercial cultivation involves several important considerations, including design, expense, contamination risk, and hygiene. This paper reviews some conventional microalgal cultivation methods along with some harvesting techniques. A short note on the disadvantages of conventional microalgal biofilm cultivation and the need for advanced cultivation techniques are also listed. Further, it highlights some of the modern techniques used for the cultivation of biofilm-based microalgae. It also gives brief information on the various factors affecting the formation of microalgal biofilm. A detailed description of the application of microalgal biofilm concerning biofuel generation is also reviewed. Graphical abstract: [Figure not available: see fulltext.]Peer reviewe
Aphid Cluster Recognition and Detection in the Wild Using Deep Learning Models
No full text@inproceedings{zhang2023new,
title={A New Dataset and Comparative Study for Aphid Cluster Detection},
author={Zhang, Tianxiao and Li, Kaidong and Chen, Xiangyu and Zhong, Cuncong and Luo, Bo and Teran, Ivan Grijalva and McCornack, Brian and Flippo, Daniel and Sharda, Ajay and Wang, Guanghui},
booktitle={2nd AAAI Workshop on AI for Agriculture and Food Systems},
year={2023}
Workflow to Achieve Matched Groups
No full textA workflow that can serve as a guide when trying to achieve matched groups
Workflow to Achieve Matched Groups
No full textA workflow that can serve as a guide when trying to achieve matched groups
Focus on underserved patients: Improving the collection of PROMs within the HIV outpatient clinic of the Amsterdam UMC
No full textBackground:The HIV outpatient clinic of Amsterdam University Medical Centers (AUMC)is implementing digital patient-reported outcomes measures (PROMS) in routine care to improve the quality of life (QoL) for people living with HIV (PWH). We were asked to design tools to promote the participation of patient groups from Ghana and Nigeria.Methods:Two sets of methodologies were used: qualitative research methods informed the development of a ‘patient journey’ and design-thinking methodologies informed the tool development. Participant observation and in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted to gain insights into patient- and system-related characteristics. Design-thinking methodologies facilitated the transformation of qualitative data into insights that drove design concepts. Three ideation methodologies were used to create four concepts, leading to the final concept.Results:Observations of 17 individual consultations (6 female, 11 male) at the HIV outpatient clinic resulted in six recurring themes. These themes were: Personal relationship; Disclosure; Impact of the diagnosis; Health literacy & Health involvement; Communication; No-shows. The observations and additional literature research informed the development of an interview guide. Seven interviews (5 female, 2 male) were conducted with participants from Ghana and Nigeria. The observations and interviews informed the patient journey (PJ). The PJ showed that patients experience stress and anxiety prior to and during their hospital visit but fully trust doctors and nurses. Based on the insights the design challenge was addressed, leading to the following concepts: “Peer support community”; “Wellbeing Diary”; “Waiting Room Inspiration”; “Hospital Roadmap”.Conclusions:Amsterdam UMC will adopt the “Wellbeing Diary” which embodies the following characteristics: independence from relying on other organisations or infrastructure for implementation; a visual design that can be used independent of literacy level; and its affordability. The paper diary will provide a low-threshold tool for people to record PROMs-like experiences that will prepare them for their consultations at the outpatient clinic.Design for Interaction | Medisig
Studies on stabilization of lipase from Aspergillus niger
No full textThis Dissertation / Report is the outcome of investigation carried out by the creator(s) / author(s) at the department/division of Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore mentioned below in this page
Wastewater Treatment and Reuse: a Review of its Applications and Health Implications
No full textFunding Information: All the authors are highly grateful to the authority of the respective departments and institutions for their support in doing this research. The author VT would like to thank Science & Engineering Research Board, New Delhi, India (Grant #ECR/2017/001809). The Author RS is thankful to the University Grants Commission for the National Fellowship (201819-NFO-2018-19-OBC-UTT-78476). Publisher Copyright: © 2021, The Author(s). Copyright: Copyright 2021 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.Water scarcity is one of the major problems in the world and millions of people have no access to freshwater. Untreated wastewater is widely used for agriculture in many countries. This is one of the world-leading serious environmental and public health concerns. Instead of using untreated wastewater, treated wastewater has been found more applicable and ecofriendly option. Moreover, environmental toxicity due to solid waste exposures is also one of the leading health concerns. Therefore, intending to combat the problems associated with the use of untreated wastewater, we propose in this review a multidisciplinary approach to handle wastewater as a potential resource for use in agriculture. We propose a model showing the efficient methods for wastewater treatment and the utilization of solid wastes in fertilizers. The study also points out the associated health concern for farmers, who are working in wastewater-irrigated fields along with the harmful effects of untreated wastewater. The consumption of crop irrigated by wastewater has leading health implications also discussed in this review paper. This review further reveals that our current understanding of the wastewater treatment and use in agriculture with addressing advancements in treatment methods has great future possibilities.Peer reviewe
An unusual case of transverse mesocolic internal hernia with abnormality of both hands and high arched feet
No full textAbstractIntroductionAn internal abdominal herniation is the protrusion of a viscus through a normal or abnormal mesenteric or peritoneal aperture. It is a rare cause of small bowel obstruction with a reported incidence of 0.2–0.9%. It can either be acquired through a trauma or surgical procedure or can be related to congenital peritoneal defects. Herniation through transverse mesocolon is very rare.Presentation of caseA case of acute intestinal obstruction due to internal herniation through a congenital rent in transverse mesocolon with rotation of gut approximately 180° around axis of the band. Patient also had bilateral hypoplastic thenar muscles with rudimentary 1st metacarpals and high arched feet. Reduction along with derotation of gut, with closure of the rent in transverse mesocolon and fixation of the caecum to lateral peritoneum was performed.DiscussionThe preoperative diagnosis of mesenteric defect is difficult because of wide range of acute abdominal symptoms, and there are no specific radiographic findings. CT is the most important diagnostic tool is, with 77% accuracy in such cases. Due to the risk of strangulation of the hernial contents, even small internal hernias are dangerous and may be lethal.ConclusionInternal hernia should be suspected in patients with signs and symptoms of intestinal obstruction, particularly in the absence of inflammatory intestinal diseases, external hernia or previous laparotomy. Surgical decision-making is on the basis of clinical findings of intestinal strangulation or ischemia, and emergency laparotomy should be performed without preoperative diagnosis of such a rare disease
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