ABSTRACT: Anal sac neoplasms are common in companion animals, and the epidemiological profile has been extensively described in international studies; however, national data are still lacking. Data on the Brazilian reality of anal sac carcinoma cases’ diagnosis and treatment are also scarce. The purpose of this study was to retrospectively evaluate cases of canine anal sac carcinoma and assess the profile of involvement, tumor size, and lymphatic invasion at the time of diagnosis. Information was obtained from Vetpat laboratory database, from 260 cases spanning a 12-year period (2010-2021). In histopathological evaluation at the time of diagnosis, data on sex, age, and race were described, as well as tumor size and lymphatic invasion. The presence of metastasis was also assessed in cases where lymph nodes were sampled. Simple descriptive statistical analysis was used to evaluate the data. Adult and elderly, female, and mixed-breed animals were more involved, indicating differences from international studies that can be attributed to sociocultural factors. In terms of tumor size, it was observed that 93% of the cases had the largest diameter above 2.5cm. Only 7% of the cases had the largest diameter below 2.5cm, demonstrating the often late diagnosis and the importance of rectal palpation examination during the general physical assessment of canine patients, particularly at an advanced age. Regarding lymphatic invasion and affected lymph nodes, 50% of the cases had lymphatic invasion described in the histopathological examination. However, only 5% of the lymph nodes were sent along with the primary tumor, indicating the disease’s aggressive behavior but with possible metastases underdiagnosed.

RESUMO: As neoplasias de saco anal possuem incidência importante nos animais de companhia, tendo o seu perfil epidemiológico de acometimento amplamente descrito em estudos internacionais, entretanto dados nacionais ainda são escassos. De modo semelhante, dados acerca da realidade brasileira, associados ao diagnóstico e conduta desses casos, são inexistentes. O objetivo do presente trabalho foi avaliar, de forma retrospectiva, os casos de carcinoma de saco anal canino, avaliando o perfil de acometimento, o tamanho tumoral e a invasão linfática no momento do diagnóstico. Foi obtido informações de 260 casos, respectivo a um período de 12 anos (2010-2021), proveniente do banco de dados do laboratório Vetpat. Foram descritos os dados acerca do sexo, idade e raça, bem como o tamanho tumoral e presença de invasão linfática em avaliação histopatológica no momento do diagnóstico. Os casos que cursavam com envio dos linfonodos também foram avaliados quanto a presença de metástase. Os dados foram avaliados mediante análise estatística descritiva simples. Foi encontrado um maior acometimento em animais adultos a idosos, do sexo feminino e sem raça definida, evidenciando diferenças em relação a estudos internacionais, que podem ser atribuídas a fatores socioculturais. Em relação ao tamanho tumoral, observou-se que 93% dos casos apresentavam o maior diâmetro acima de 2,5cm e apenas 7% dos casos apresentavam o maior diâmetro abaixo de 2,5cm, evidenciando o diagnostico frequentemente tardio, bem como a importância do exame de palpação retal durante a avaliação física geral de pacientes caninos, principalmente em idade avançada. Quanto a avaliação da invasão linfática e linfonodos acometidos, 50% dos casos cursavam com invasão linfática descrita em exame histopatológico, entretanto em apenas 5% dos casos os linfonodos foram enviados junto ao tumor primário, evidenciando o comportamento agressivo da doença, porém com metástases possivelmente subdiagnosticadas.

ABSTRACT The indiscriminate use of antibiotics has contributed to the emergence of multiresistant bacteria. Faced with this, the search for antibiotics from plants has proven to be a promising alternative. The objective of this work was to isolate and identify Staphylococcus sp. resistant to methicillin of the ocular surface of dogs with ophthalmopathies and to evaluate its susceptibility to alcoholic extract of the bark and hexane extract of the pulp of Caryocar brasiliense. Biological material was collected from the ocular surface of 21 dogs presenting ophthalmopathies. We isolated 64 S. pseudintermedius, among these, 4 isolates were identified as methicillin-resistant S. pseudintermedius (MRSP). The alcoholic extract of C. brasiliense peel was able to inhibit the bacterial growth of MRSP isolates at a concentration of 2.2%. Thus, the extract from the C. brasiliense peel has antimicrobial potential and represents an alternative in the control of MRSP.

RESUMO O uso indiscriminado de antibióticos tem contribuído para o surgimento de bactérias multirresistentes. Diante disso, a busca por antibióticos a partir de plantas tem se mostrado uma alternativa promissora. O objetivo deste trabalho foi isolar e identificar Staphylococcus sp. resistente à meticilina da superfície ocular de cães com oftalmopatias e avaliar sua susceptibilidade ao extrato alcoólico da casca e ao extrato hexânico da polpa de Caryocar brasiliense. O material biológico foi coletado da superfície ocular de 21 cães com oftalmopatia. Isolaram-se 64 S. pseudintermedius; entre esses, quatro isolados foram identificados como S. pseudintermedius resistente à meticilina (MRSP). O extrato alcoólico da casca de C. brasiliense foi capaz de inibir o crescimento bacteriano dos isolados de MRSP na concentração de 2,2%. Dessa forma, o extrato da casca de C. brasiliense possui potencial antimicrobiano e representa uma alternativa no controle de MRSP.

Resumo As costas rochosas entremarés no Chile continental apresentam alta diversidade de espécies, principalmente no norte do país (18-27 ° S), e uma das espécies mais difundidas é o gastrópode Echinolittorina peruviana (Lamarck, 1822). O objetivo do presente estudo é fazer uma primeira caracterização da distribuição espacial de E. peruviana no costão rochoso da cidade de Antofagasta no norte do Chile. Os indivíduos foram contados em nove locais diferentes onde também foram determinadas suas propriedades espectrais usando técnicas de sensoriamento remoto (LANDSAT ETM +). Os resultados revelaram que os locais sem intervenção humana marcada apresentam maior abundância em comparação aos locais localizados no município. Também em todos os locais estudados foi encontrado um padrão agregado, sendo que em seis desses locais foi encontrada uma distribuição binomial negativa. A baixa densidade relacionada a sites com intervenção humana é suportada quando as propriedades espectrais para sites foram incluídas. Esses resultados concordariam com outros resultados semelhantes para costões rochosos no norte e no sul do Chile.

Abstract The intertidal rocky shores in continental Chile have high species diversity mainly in northern Chile (18-27° S), and one of the most widespread species is the gastropod Echinolittorina peruviana (Lamarck, 1822). The aim of the present study is do a first characterization of spatial distribution of E. peruviana in along rocky shore in Antofagasta town in northern Chile. Individuals were counted in nine different sites that also were determined their spectral properties using remote sensing techniques (LANDSAT ETM+). The results revealed that sites without marked human intervention have more abundant in comparison to sites located in the town, also in all studied sites was found an aggregated pattern, and in six of these sites were found a negative binomial distribution. The low density related to sites with human intervention is supported when spectral properties for sites were included. These results would agree with other similar results for rocky shore in northern and southern Chile.

RESUMEN Los países de la Región de las Américas han tardado en adoptar el empaquetado estandarizado de los productos de tabaco. Los objetivos de este análisis son informar sobre el progreso realizado en la adopción de dicho empaquetado en los países de la Región, revisar las estrategias conocidas de la industria tabacalera para oponerse a estas políticas y abordar los recursos disponibles para la comunidad académica, los defensores de la causa y los responsables de formular las políticas que podrían estar interesados en fomentar el uso del empaquetado estandarizado en la Región. De los 23 países de todo el mundo que han adoptado plenamente leyes sobre el empaquetado estandarizado, solo dos se encuentran en la Región (Canadá y Uruguay). Otros seis países (Brasil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, México y Panamá) han tratado de introducir empaquetados estandarizados mediante proyectos de ley, los cuales han enfrentado demoras o han sido retirados. En esos países hay indicios de que la industria tabacalera ha recurrido a una cartilla de argumentos para oponerse a esta política, como acusaciones de que los empaquetados estandarizados violan las leyes nacionales y los tratados internacionales que protegen la propiedad intelectual, además de amenazas de litigios. Es posible que estas amenazas y alegatos hayan tenido un mayor efecto en la Región debido al largo (6 años) y costoso (costos legales de US$ 10 millones) arbitraje internacional en el ámbito de las inversiones presentado por Philip Morris International contra las fuertes leyes de empaquetado de tabaco de Uruguay. Sin embargo, todos los argumentos de la industria han sido desacreditados, y los tribunales nacionales y los foros jurídicos internacionales han defendido el empaquetado estandarizado como una política legal. Los gobiernos de la Región de las Américas deben seguir los ejemplos de Canadá y Uruguay y rechazar los argumentos falsos y las amenazas de litigio de la industria. En este análisis se examinan algunos de los recursos financieros y técnicos que pueden ayudarlos.

ABSTRACT Countries in the Region of the Americas have been slow to adopt standardized packaging of tobacco products. The objectives of this analysis are to report on the progress made in adopting such packaging in countries in the Region, review known tobacco industry strategies for opposing these policies and discuss the resources available to academics, advocates and policy-makers who might be interested in advancing the use of standardized packaging in the Region. Of the 23 countries worldwide that have fully adopted standardized packaging laws, only 2 are in the Region (Canada and Uruguay). Six other countries (Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico and Panama) have tried to introduce standardized packaging through draft bills, all of which have been delayed or withdrawn. There are indications that the tobacco industry has used its playbook of arguments to oppose the policy in those countries, including allegations that standardized packaging breaches national laws and international treaties protecting intellectual property, alongside threats of litigation. It is possible that these threats and allegations may have had a greater effect in the Region because of the lengthy (6 years) and costly (legal fees of US$ 10 million) international investment arbitration brought by Philip Morris International against Uruguay’s strong tobacco packaging laws. However, all of the industry’s arguments have been debunked, and national courts and international legal forums have upheld standardized packaging as a lawful policy. Governments in the Region of the Americas should follow the examples of Canada and Uruguay and reject the industry’s false arguments and litigation threats. This analysis discusses some of the financial and technical resources that can assist them.

RESUMO Os países da Região das Américas têm sido lentos em adotar embalagens padronizadas para produtos de tabaco. Os objetivos desta análise são: informar acerca do progresso feito na adoção de tais embalagens nos países da região; revisar as estratégias conhecidas da indústria do tabaco para se opor a essas políticas; e discutir os recursos disponíveis para acadêmicos, defensores e formuladores de políticas que possam estar interessados em avançar no uso de embalagens padronizadas na região. Dos 23 países do mundo que adotaram leis obrigando o uso de embalagens totalmente padronizadas, apenas 2 estão na região (Canadá e Uruguai). Seis outros países (Brasil, Chile, Costa Rica, Equador, México e Panamá) tentaram introduzir embalagens padronizadas por meio de projetos de lei, os quais foram todos adiados ou retirados. Há indícios de que a indústria do tabaco usou seus argumentos habituais – incluindo alegações de que embalagens padronizadas violam leis nacionais e tratados internacionais de proteção à propriedade intelectual, além de ameaças de litígio – para se opor às políticas nesses países. É possível que essas ameaças e alegações tenham tido um efeito maior na região devido ao longo (6 anos) e dispendioso (US$ 10 milhões em honorários advocatícios) processo de arbitragem internacional iniciado pela Philip Morris International contra as fortes leis de embalagem de produtos de tabaco do Uruguai. Porém, todos os argumentos da indústria foram desmascarados e tanto os tribunais nacionais como fóruns jurídicos internacionais decidiram em favor da embalagem padronizada como política legal. Os governos da Região das Américas deveriam seguir os exemplos do Canadá e do Uruguai e rejeitar os argumentos falsos e as ameaças de litígio da indústria. Esta análise discute alguns recursos financeiros e técnicos que podem ajudá-los.

Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the antioxidant potential of the Coffea arabica Lineu (L.) leaf extract and its effects on platelet aggregation of dyslipidemic rats. The extract was obtained by the percolation of C. arabica L. leaves in hydroethanolic solution 70% (v/v). The mass spectrometry FIA-ESI-MS² suggested the presence of chlorogenic acid, rutin acid, and quinic acid. The DPPH• radicals scavenging capacity was demonstrated (IC50 = 0.06 mg/mL). The extract was administered to rats by gavage (300 mg/kg/day) for 56 days. Dyslipidemia was induced by administering Triton WR-1339 (300 mg/kg body weight) on the 54th day. On day 56, blood was collected by puncturing the abdominal aorta artery and the aortic artery was removed. Lipid profile, markers of renal and hepatic injury, lipid peroxidation, and platelet aggregation tests were carried out. The ingestion of extract reduced the lipid peroxidation (aorta and plasma) and platelet aggregation in dyslipidemic rats. The extract did not affect markers of renal and hepatic function as analyzed in this study, suggesting neither impaired liver nor kidney function in these animals. Therefore, our results demonstrate that the extract of leaves of C. arabica L. show antioxidant potential in vitro and in vivo as well as anti-platelet aggregation in dyslipidemic animals.

Abstract Introduction Neuropsychiatric symptoms are an integral component of the natural history of dementia, occurring from prodromal to advanced stages of the disease process and causing increased burden and morbidity. Clinical presentations are pleomorphic and clinical management often requires combinations of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. However, limited efficacy and a non-negligible incidence of adverse psychotropic drug events emphasize the need for novel therapeutic options. Objectives To review the evidence supporting use of medical cannabinoids for treatment of neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) of dementia. Methods We conducted a systematic review of the medical literature to examine scientific publications reporting use of medical cannabinoids for treatment of NPS. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) were used to search for relevant publications and only papers reporting original clinical information were included. A secondary search was performed within selected publications to capture relevant citations that were not retrieved by the systematic review. The papers selected were categorized according to the level of evidence generated by the studies in relation to this clinical application, i.e. (1) controlled clinical trials; (2) open-label or observational studies; and (3) case reports. Results Fifteen publications with original clinical data were retrieved: five controlled clinical trials, three open-label/observational studies, and seven case reports. Most studies indicated that use of medical cannabinoids engendered favorable outcomes for treatment of NPS related to moderate and advanced stages of dementia, particularly agitation, aggressive behavior, sleep disorder, and sexual disinhibition. Conclusion Medical cannabinoids constitute a promising pharmacological approach to treatment of NPS with preliminary evidence of benefit in at least moderate to severe dementia. Controlled trials with longitudinal designs and larger samples are required to examine the long-term efficacy of these drugs in different types and stages of dementia, in addition to their adverse events and risk of interactions with other drugs. Many pharmacological details are yet to be determined, such as dosing, treatment duration, and concentrations of active compounds (e.g., cannabidiol [CBD]/ Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol [THC] ratio) in commercial preparations of medical cannabinoids.

Abstract Introduction: In high-volume trauma centers, especially in developing countries, penetrating cardiac box injuries are frequent. Although many aspects of penetrating chest injuries have been well established, video-assisted thoracoscopy is still finding its place in cardiac box trauma and algorithmic approaches are still lacking. The purpose of this manuscript is to provide a streamlined recommendation for penetrating cardiac box injury in stable patients. Methods: Literature review was carried out using PubMed/MEDLINE and Google Scholar databases to identify articles describing the characteristics and concepts of penetrating cardiac box trauma, including the characteristics of tamponade, cardiac ultrasound, indications and techniques of pericardial windows and, especially, the role of video-assisted thoracoscopy in stable patients. Results: Penetrating cardiac box injuries, whether by stab or gunshot wounds, require rapid surgical consultation. Unstable patients require immediate open surgery, however, determining which stable patients should be taken to thoracoscopic surgery is still controversial. Here, the classification of penetrating cardiac box injury used in Colombia is detailed, as well as the algorithmic approach to these types of trauma. Conclusion: Although open surgery is mandatory in unstable patients with penetrating cardiac box injuries, a more conservative and minimally invasive approach may be undertaken in stable patients. As rapid decision-making is critical in the trauma bay, surgeons working in high-volume trauma centers should expose themselves to thoracoscopy and always consider this possibility in the setting of penetrating cardiac box injuries in stable patients, always in the context of an experienced trauma team. Introduction highvolume high volume countries frequent established videoassisted video assisted lacking Methods PubMedMEDLINE PubMed MEDLINE tamponade ultrasound Results wounds consultation however controversial Here detailed Conclusion decisionmaking decision making bay team

Resumo As espécies de Pugilina cochlidium (Linnaeus, 1758) e P. erecta (Vermeij & Raben, 2009) foram tomadas no presente estudo. A fêmea pode ser diferenciada do macho pela ausência do pênis cefálico e um complicado complexo genital visível através da saia do manto em ambos os sexos. Em outros aspectos das características externas da fêmea são bastante semelhantes aos dos machos. Em ambas as espécies, o sistema digestivo era semelhante, com poucas diferenças de estrutura entre si. Consiste em massa bucal, probóscide, glândulas salivares, glândulas salivares acessórias, esôfago, estômago, intestino, reto e ânus. O sistema nervoso em P. cochlidium e P. erecta é constituído por seis gânglios que formam um anel ganglionar circunoesofágico. Entre os neogastrópodes, há uma semelhança na organização dos sistemas reprodutivos. O sistema reprodutivo feminino é mais complicado que o masculino. Os sexos são separados nessas duas espécies. A morfologia macroscópica do sistema reprodutivo de P. cochlidium e P. erecta foi quase similar. O presente estudo tem como objetivo descrever o sistema digestivo, sistema nervoso e sistema reprodutivo de duas espécies, P. cochlidium e P. erecta.

Abstract The species of Pugilina cochlidium (Linnaeus, 1758) and P. erecta (Vermeij & Raben, 2009) has been studied in the present study. The female can be differentiated from the male by the absence of the cephalic penis and a complicated genital aparatus visible through the mantle skirt in both the sexes. In other aspects of the external features of female are quite to males. In both species the digestive system was similar with few differences in structure between each other. It consists of buccal mass, proboscis, salivary glands, accessory salivary glands, oesophagus, stomach, intestine, rectum and anus. The nervous system in both P. cochlidium and P. erecta is constituted by six ganglia which forms the circumoesophgeal ganglionic ring. Among the neogastropods there is a similarity in the organization of the reproductive systems. The female reproductive system is more complicated than that of male. The sexes are separated in these two species. The gross morphology of the reproductive system of P. cochlidium and P. erecta was almost similar. The present study aims to describe the digestive system, nervous system and reproductive system of two gastropods species P. cochlidium and P. erecta.

RESUMO: O presente estudo teve como objetivo subtipar os genes Stx1 e Stx2 e caracterizar a resistência antimicrobiana em 106 isolados de Escherichia coli produtoras de toxinas Shiga (STEC) isoladas de fezes de bovinos e ovinos. A PCR foi utilizada para determinar os subtipos e o método de difusão em disco foi utilizado para avaliar a resistência antimicrobiana. Dez antibióticos de cinco classes diferentes foram testados. Entre os isolados de origem bovina, foram identificados dois subtipos de Stx1 (Stx1a e Stx1c) e quatro subtipos de Stx2 (Stx2a, Stx2b, Stx2c e Stx2d). Nos isolados de origem ovina, foram identificados dois subtipos de Stx1 (Stx1a e Stx1c) e quatro subtipos de Stx2 (Stx2a, Stx2b, Stx2c e Stx2g). Os resultados obtidos sugerem a presença de alta variabilidade nos genes Stx1 e Stx2. Além disso, 96,6% (57/59) dos isolados fecais de bovinos e 89,4% (42/47) dos isolados de ovinos mostraram resistência a pelo menos um antibiótico testado. Em ambas as espécies animais, a maioria das cepas foi multirresistente (MDR) (67,8% em bovinos e 59,6% em ovinos), sem diferença significativa entre as espécies animais do reservatório. Os animais adultos tiveram oito vezes mais chances de apresentar STEC com maior potencial patogênico. STEC com o maior potencial patogênico teve três vezes mais chances de ser multirresistente do que o STEC com o menor potencial patogênico. Os dados relatados neste estudo sugerem a ocorrência de cepas com alto potencial de patogenicidade na região estudada. Portanto, os ruminantes dessa região são hospedeiros de isolados que podem causar infecções em humanos.

ABSTRACT: The present study was aimed at subtyping of Stx1 and Stx2 genes and characterization of antimicrobial resistance in 106 Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) strains isolated from cattle and sheep feces. PCR was used to determine the subtypes, and the disk-diffusion method was used to evaluate the antimicrobial resistance. Ten antibiotics from five different classes were tested. Among the isolates of bovine origin, two subtypes of Stx1 (Stx1a and Stx1c), and four subtypes of Stx2 (Stx2a, Stx2b, Stx2c, and Stx2d) were identified. In isolates of sheep origin, two subtypes of Stx1 (Stx1a and Stx1c), and four subtypes of Stx2 (Stx2a, Stx2b, Stx2c, and Stx2 g) were identified. The results obtained suggest the presence of high diversity in Stx1 and Stx2 genes. Further, 96.6% (57/59) of bovine fecal strains and 89.4% (42/47) of sheep fecal strains showed resistance to at least one tested antibiotic. In both animal species, most strains were multidrug-resistant (MDR) (67.8% in cattle and 59.6% in sheep), with no significant difference between host animals. Adult animals were eight times more likely to have STEC with greater pathogenic potential. STEC with the highest pathogenic potential were three times more likely to be multidrug-resistant than STEC with the lowest pathogenic potential. The data reported in this study suggests the occurrence of strains with high potential pathogenicity in the region studied. Therefore, the ruminants of this region are carriers of strains that can cause infections in humans.

RESUMO A reestruturação consiste na união de partes menores de um alimento com adição de agentes ligantes que após a prensagem em moldes passarão por uma etapa de configuração do gel pelos métodos a quente ou a frio. Este trabalho tem como objetivo avaliar o efeito da galactomanana de Caesalpinea pulcherrima como agente ligante, em um produto reestruturado de peixe obtido da carne de tibiro (Oligoplites palometa) por variados métodos de reestruturação (a quente e a frio) comparando-o com a de um reestruturado controle, elaborado com transglutaminase, quanto as características físico-químicas e mecânicas. O reestruturado elaborado com galactomanana no método a frio denotou maior capacidade de retenção de água, registrando-se também os menores valores de perda de peso por cocção nos dois métodos de reestruturação. Os resultados obtidos das propriedades mecânicas de textura como dureza e coesividade dos reestruturados com galactomanana pelo método a frio foram semelhantes aos da amostra-controle. Ademais, pelo método a quente, a adição de galactomanana proporcionou maior similaridade com a amostra-controle obtendo-se maior maciez, menor adesividade e elasticidade. O reestruturado elaborado com galactomanana de C. pulcherrima demonstrou melhores características físico-químicas pelo método a frio e nas propriedades mecânicas exibiu analogia com o reestruturado de transglutaminase podendo ser indicado como agente ligante na elaboração desse tipo de produto.

ABSTRACT Restructuring consists of aggregating small food parts with the addition of binding agents which, after mold pressing will undergo a gel configuration stage using hot or cold methods. This work aims to evaluate the effect of galactomannan from Caesalpinea pulcherrima as a binding agent, in a restructured fish product obtained from the meat of tibiro - Maracaibo leatherjacket (Oligoplites palometa) by hot and cold restructuring methods, comparing it with a restructured control made with transglutaminase, regarding the physicochemical and mechanical characteristics. The restructured product elaborated with galactomannan using the cold method denoted better water retention capacity, also registering the smallest weight loss values of cooking in the two restructuring methods. The results obtained from the mechanical properties of texture such as hardness and cohesiveness of the product restructured with galactomannan using the cold method were similar to those of the control sample. Furthermore, the addition of galactomannan by the hot method provided closer similarity with the control sample, resulting in better softness, lower adhesiveness, and elasticity. The restructured product elaborated by the cold method with galactomannan from C. pulcherrima revealed better physicochemical characteristics; the mechanical properties exhibited an analogy with the restructured product using transglutaminase; hence, it can be indicated as a binding agent in the elaboration of this type of product.

RESUMO: Sobremesas lácteas contendo galactomanana de semente de Caesalpinia pulcherrima tiveram suas propriedades reológicas estáticas e dinâmicas avaliadas. As variações nos índices de consistência (K) e comportamento de fluxo (n), assim como na tensão inicial de fluxo e na tixotropia das sobremesas mostraram o efeito da galactomanana sobre a tensão de cisalhamento e viscosidade aparente dos sistemas lácteos. Todas as sobremesas exibiram comportamento pseudoplástico, com índices de comportamento de fluxo (n) variando entre 0,06 e 0,37. A reologia dinâmica dos grupos MD (alto teor de sólidos) e MD/2 (metade do teor de sólidos), mostrou G’ > G’’ e módulos dependentes da frequência e da temperatura. Alterações químicas nos componentes das sobremesas foram observadas a 50° C em virtude da maior sensibilidade dos valores de G’ e G” a partir dessa temperatura. A galactomanana de C. pulcherrima contribuiu para o desenvolvimento de géis mais fortes e resistentes nas sobremesas lácteas, bem como mostrou sinergismo com amido, proteína do leite e sacarose.

ABSTRACT: Dairy desserts containing Caesalpinia pulcherrima seed galactomannan were evaluated to determine their static and dynamic rheological behaviors. Variations in consistency index (k), flow behavior (n), yield stress and thixotropy of the desserts indicated that the galactomannan caused an increase in the shear stress and apparent viscosity of the system. All samples exhibited shear-thinning behavior with flow behavior index values (n) between 0.06 and 0.37. Dynamic rheological behavior was evaluated for MD (high solid levels) and MD/2 (half the amount of solids) groups, and both G’ and G’’ moduli were depended on the frequency. The MD and MD/2 groups showed variations in the elastic modulus (G’) throughout the temperature range (mainly at 50 °C), showing greater sensitivity at high temperatures. C. pulcherrima galactomannan was able to promote synergism with starch, milk protein and sucrose and to improve the development of stronger and more resistant gels.

RESUMO Estudos sobre compostos orgânicos voláteis (COVs) produzidos por fungos conidiais sapróbios da Amazônia (FCSA) ainda são inexistentes. Assim, verificou-se a produção de COVs de FCSA e, seu potencial no controle de fitopatógenos in vitro. Utilizou-se os FCSA Beltrania rhombica, Brachysporiella sp., Dictyochaeta sp., Gonytrichum sp. e avaliou-se a produção de COVs através da germinação e viabilidade de esporos dos fitopatógenos e, crescimento micelial, conforme metodologias de (2) e (10), com adaptações. Houve redução de germinação de esporos de Colletotrichum musae (63,56%) frente à exposição a B. rhombica, Brachysporiella sp. (86,66%), Dictyochaeta sp. (79,68%) e Gonytrichum sp. (85,71%). Os fitopatógenos C. truncatum, C. musae e Fusarium sp. quando expostos a COVs de Brachysporiella sp., Dictyochaeta sp. e Gonytrichum sp. apresentaram esporos inviáveis após 3 e 7 dias de exposição. Os COVs dos FCSA reduziram o índice de velocidade do crescimento micelial e inibiram o crescimento micelial de Sclerotinia sp. e S. sclerotiorum; bem como redução da produção de escleródios na exposição aos COVs de B. rhombica, B. gayanaa e D. fertilis. Conclui-se que os FCSA estudados apresentam produção de COVs, com potencial para o controle biológico de doenças de plantas.

ABSTRACT Studies on volatile organic compounds (VOC) produced by saprobic conidial fungi of the Amazonian region (SCFA) are still non-existent. Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate the production of VOC’s from SCFA and their potential for controlling phytopathogens in vitro. The SCFA Beltrania rhombica, Brachysporiella sp., Dictyochaeta sp. and Gonytrichum sp. were used and their production of VOC’s was evaluated through germination and viability of phytopathogen spores and their mycelial growth, following the methodologies of Botelho 2010 and Maia 2011, with modifications. There was a reduction in spore germination for Colletotrichum musae (63.56%) after exposure to B. rhombica, Brachysporiella sp. (86.66%), Dictyochaeta sp. (79.68%) and Gonytrichum sp. (85.71%). When the phytopathogens C. truncatum, C. musae and Fusarium sp. were exposed to VOC from Brachysporiella sp., Dictyochaeta sp. and Gonytrichum sp., their spores were unviable after 3 and 7 days of exposure. The VOC’s from SCFA reduced the mycelial growth rate index and inhibited the mycelial growth of Sclerotinia sp. and S. sclerotiorum, besides reducing sclerotia production after exposure to VOC’s from B. rhombica, B. gayanaa and D. fertilis. We concluded that the studied SCFA showed VOC production, with potential for the biological control of plant diseases.

RESUMO: São descritos 11 casos da síndrome cistadenoma/cistadenocarcinoma-dermatofibrose nodular (CR-DN) em cães Pastor Alemão, diagnosticados entre janeiro de 1994 e janeiro de 2018 no Laboratório de Patologia Veterinária da Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (LPV-UFSM). Os cães afetados foram oito machos e três fêmeas, estabelecendo-se uma relação de 2,67:1. A idade variou de seis a 12 anos, sendo a média de idade de 8,7 anos. Os principais sinais clínicos relatados foram, em ordem decrescente de frequência, múltiplos nódulos cutâneos (dermatofibrose nodular), dispneia, anorexia, emagrecimento, hematúria recorrente, vômito e polidipsia. Este estudo permitiu estabelecer que o reconhecimento clínico da síndrome nem sempre é fácil, porém suas características anátomo-patológicas peculiares permitem um diagnóstico com segurança. Histologicamente, foi possível detectar todas as fases (cistos, hiperplasia intratubular papilífera, cistadenomas ou cistadenocarcinomas) de um possível continuum patológico das lesões renais. Leiomiomas uterinos foram observados somente em um caso. Através das técnicas histoquímicas foi possível estabelecer que o colágeno tipo I está presente em ambas as lesões, cutâneas e renais, e cogitar seu possível envolvimento na patogênese dos cistadenocarcinomas renais. A técnica de IHQ mostrou resultados parcialmente satisfatórios na imunomarcação das células epiteliais dos cistos e dos neoplasmas renais para pancitoceratina.

ABSTRACT: Eleven cases of renal cystadenoma/cystadenocarcinoma-nodular dermatofibrosis syndrome (RCND) are described in German Shepherd dogs diagnosed from January 1994 to January 2018 at the Veterinary Pathology Laboratory of the “Universidade Federal de Santa Maria” (LPV-UFSM). The study sample was composed of eight male and three female dogs at a ratio of 2.67:1. Age ranged from six to 12 years (mean=8.7 years). The main clinical signs reported in descending order of frequency were multiple cutaneous nodules (nodular dermatofibrosis), dyspnea, anorexia, weight loss, recurrent hematuria, vomiting, and polydipsia. Results demonstrated that it is not always easy to clinically recognize this syndrome, but its peculiar anatomical-pathological characteristics allow safe diagnosis. Histologically, it was possible to detect all phases (cysts, papillary intratubular hyperplasia, and cystadenomas or cystadenocarcinomas) of a possible pathological continuum of the renal lesions. Uterine leiomyomas were observed in only one of the cases. Through histochemical techniques, it was possible to identify the presence of type I collagen in both cutaneous and renal lesions and consider its possible involvement in the pathogenesis of renal cystadenocarcinoma. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) showed partially satisfactory results in the staining of epithelial cells of renal cysts and neoplasms for pan-cytokeratin.

Background and aims: Some species of Cheilanthoid ferns are characterized by show adaptations to xeric habitats. Furthermore, presents the peculiarity of the roll their blades under drought stress and when conditions are optimal they expand again. The aims of this work are provide morpho-anatomical information of the leaves and relate with the environmental conditions in which grow. M&M: The fronds' morpho-anatomy of four species (Adiantopsis radiata, Cheilanthes glauca, Doryopteris concolor and D. pentagona) were analyzed through light microscopy. Also, the stomatal density and stomatal index were obtained. Results: Homogenous mesophyll was observed in D. pentagona. Adiantopsis radiata, C. glauca and D. concolor showed dorsiventral heterogeneous mesophyll. All species studied showed hypostomatic leaf, with anomocytic stomata. The stomatal index observed was between 9.1% (A. radiata) and 14.1% (D. concolor), and the range of stomata density varied between 39.7 (D. pentagona) and 57.8 (D. concolor). Conclusions: The mesophyll observed in A. radiata, and D. pentagona responds to a mesophytic environment. Doryopteris concolor was reported as a facultative epiphyte, and its dorsiventral heterogeneous mesophyll would be an advantage in this habitat. Cheilanthes glauca has xeromorphic and mesomorphic features, probably resulting from water availability during the different seasons. We porpose as hypothesis that the thickening of the anticlinal walls of epidermal cells could be involved in the leaf movements.

Introducción y objetivos: Algunas especies de helechos cheilanthoideos son caracterizados por presentar adaptaciones a hábitats xéricos. Además, presentan la particularidad de enrollar sus láminas frente a condiciones de stress hídrico. Sin embargo, al retornar las condiciones ambientales óptimas las láminas se vuelven a expandir. El objetivo de este trabajo es proporcionar información morfo-anatómica de las frondes y asociar estructuras anatómicas a estos movimientos foliares. M&M: Se estudiaron mediante microscopía óptica y electrónica de barrido la morfo-anatomía de las frondes de cuatro especies: Adiantopsis radiata, Cheilanthes glauca, Doryopteris concolor y D. pentagona. Además, se analizó la densidad de los estomas y se calculó el índice estomático. Resultados: Se observó mesóflo homogéneo en D. pentagona. Adiantopsis radiata, C. glauca y D. concolor presentaron mesóflo heterogéneo dorsiventral. Todas las especies mostraron hojas hipoestómaticas y estomas de tipo anomocítico. El índice estomático osciló entre 9,1% (A. radiata) y 14,1% (D. concolor) y el rango de densidad de los estomas fue de 39,7 (D. pentagona) y 57,8 (D. concolor). Conclusiones: El mesóflo observado en A. radiata y D. pentagona refeja una especialización mesofítica. El mesóflo heterogéneo dorsiventral de D. concolor podría ser una ventaja para su hábito epifítico facultativo. Cheilanthes glauca tiene características xeromorfas y mesomorfas, probablemente como resultado de la disponibilidad de agua en el ambiente durante las diferentes estaciones. Se propone como hipótesis que el engrosamiento de las paredes anticlinales de las células epidérmicas podría estar involucrados en los movimientos de las láminas.

Biodiesel demand is increasing all over the world and the inhibition of microbial growth during the storage of this biofuel is extremely important. There are few studies involving the evaluation of biocides specifically for biodiesel. In the present work, we synthesized and evaluated a set of biocide candidates from chemical transformations in triacylglycerides. Samples of pure biodiesel with the products were evaluated against microorganisms which have been isolated from biodiesel/diesel blends (fungi A. niger, A. fumigatus, C. albicans and S. cerevisiae; and bacteria B. subtilis and Acinetobacter sp.). None of the products inhibited the growth of bacteria. Four nitrated derivatives presented fungicidal activity. The nitrated derivatives were also evaluated as cetane number improvers for B7 biodiesel/diesel blend. The nitrates of soybean methoxylated ethylene glycol esters increased the cetane number by more than three points. Despite showing modest biocide activity, the results can guide the planning of new products from triacylglycerides.