Aptian to Cenomanian dinoflagellate cysts from the Mazagan Plateau

Eighty-eight samples of Aptian to lower Cenomanian sediments of Sites 545 and 547, DSDP Leg 79, from the Mazagan Plateau area (offshore Northwest Africa) were analyzed for palynomorphs. The very rich dinoflagellate cyst assemblages make it possible to narrow shipboard age determinations and to correlate Sites 545 and 547. The distribution of 174 dinoflagellate cyst taxa is tabulated in this study and the biostratigraphic value of selected dinoflagellate cysts is discussed. Additional taxonomic remarks are made about some species. The new dinoflagellate cyst species Aptea almohadensis, Occisucysta hinzü, O. mazaganensis, and the subspecies Maghrebinia perforata (Clarke and Verdier, 1967) Below, 1981 ssp. mirabilis are described.

Delayed onset of transversus abdominus in long-standing groin pain

Long-standing groin pain is a persistent problem that is commonly difficult to rehabilitate. Theoretical rationale indicates a relationship between the motor control of the pelvis and long-standing groin pain; however, this link has not been investigated. Purpose: The current experiment aimed to evaluate motor control of the abdominal muscles in a group of Australian football players with and without long-standing groin pain. Methods: Ten participants with long-standing groin pain and 12 asymptomatic controls were recruited for the study. Participants were elite or subelite Australian football players. Fine-wire and surface electromyography electrodes were used to record the activity of the selected abdominal and leg muscles during a visual choice reaction-time task (active straight leg raising). Results: When the asymptomatic controls completed the active straight leg raise (ASLR) task, the transversus abdominus contracted in a feed-forward manner. However, when individuals with long-standing groin pain completed the ASLR task, the onset of transversus abdominus was delayed (P < 0.05) compared with the control group. There were no differences between groups for the onset of activity of internal oblique, external oblique, and rectus abdominus (all P > 0.05). Conclusions: The finding that the onset of transversus abdominus is delayed in individuals with long-standing groin pain is important, as it demonstrates an association between long-standing groin pain and transversus abdominus activation.

Propionibacterium acnes

Propionibacterium acnes, a common skin organism, is most notably recognized for its role in acne vulgaris. It also causes postoperative and device-related infections and has been associated with a number of other conditions such as sarcoidosis and synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis and osteitis (SAPHO), although its precise role as a causative agent remains to be determined. Propionibacterium acnes produces a number of virulence factors and is well known for its inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. Recent publication of the P. acnes genome should provide further insights into the pathogenic capabilities of the organism and potentially lead to the development of new therapies. © 2006 The Society for Applied Microbiology.

Propionibacterium acnes:infection beyond the skin

Propionibacterium acnes is a Gram-positive bacterium that forms part of the normal flora of the skin, oral cavity, large intestine, the conjunctiva and the external ear canal. Although primarily recognized for its role in acne, P. acnes is an opportunistic pathogen, causing a range of postoperative and device-related infections. These include infections of the bones and joints, mouth, eye and brain. Device-related infections include those of joint prostheses, shunts and prosthetic heart valves. P. acnes may play a role in other conditions, including inflammation of the prostate leading to cancer, SAPHO (synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, osteitis) syndrome, sarcoidosis and sciatica. If an active role in these conditions is established there are major implications for diagnosis, treatment and protection. Genome sequencing of the organism has provided an insight into the pathogenic potential and virulence of P. acnes. © 2011 Expert Reviews Ltd.

Antibioterapia profilática na extração de terceiros molares inclusos

Contextualização: A extração de terceiros molares é um dos atos clínicos mais realizados em Cirurgia Oral. A presença de um terceiro molar incluso pode estar na origem de uma variedade de complicações. Pericoronarite, cáries dentárias e doença periodontal são algumas das indicações para extração de terceiros molares inclusos. A antibioterapia profilática para a prevenção de complicações pós-operatórias como a alveolite e a infeção do local cirúrgico é ainda um assunto que gera alguma controvérsia, particularmente em indivíduos saudáveis. Objetivo: Estudar a necessidade da antibioterapia profilática na extração de terceiros molares e os seus potenciais riscos e benefícios. Materiais e Métodos: Foi efetuada uma pesquisa bibliográfica na base de dados da MEDLINE/PubMed e no motor de busca da ResearchGate. Adicionalmente, foram coletados artigos de interesse da bibliografia recolhida e consultados alguns livros de forma a complementar a informação obtida. Conclusão: Não existe um consenso no que toca à profilaxia antibiótica na extração de terceiros molares. Os médicos dentistas devem, por isso, efetuar uma avaliação cuidada do estado clínico de cada paciente de forma a tomar uma decisão consciente relativamente à administração de antibióticos com o intuito de prevenir complicações pós-operatórias da cirurgia de terceiros molares inclusos.