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USE OF PHYTOTHERAPY IN VETERINARY GASTROENTEROLOGY AND DERMATOLOGY: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

The impact of the use of herbal medicines and the increase in the number of scientific articles in the area of veterinary medicine is growing, and there is a need to evaluate and condense recent knowledge regarding the use of medicinal plants in veterinary clinics. So, a systematic literature review was carried out with the theme “use of herbal medicine in veterinary gastroenterology and dermatology” based on the literature available between 2018 to 2023 in the PUBMED, SCIELO, and Periódicos Capes databases by retrieving papers written in Portuguese, English and Spanish, accessed electronically. The most common diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) and skin identified in the review were ulcerative lesions and those caused by infectious pathogens. The herbal medicines used to treat those diseases are based on plants such as copaiba, turmeric, neem, oregano, garlic, calendula, grapes, licorice, among others, whose chemical components are mostly essential oils and phenolic compounds, which present antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities. The present systematic review showed that the use of phytotherapy was effective when carried out with plants producing essential oils and/or phenolic compounds, to be used in different pathologies related to the GIT and skin, in veterinary medicine.

Bibliometric study of the advances made in clinical dermatological research in Spain from 2015 through 2021: update of the MaIND project and interactive online map

Introduction: A clinical dermatological research was conducted in Spain from 2005 through 2014 as part of the MaIND project with the provinces or centers with the highest number of published articles. However, a low level of evidence in scientific production was confirmed as the overall result. The aim of this study is to update the Spanish clinical dermatological research in bibliometric terms from 2015 through 2021 with comparisons between both periods of time.Material and methods: We conducted a bibliometric study to replicate the methodology used in the article to be updated. We included articles whose corresponding authors' affiliation was a Spanish dermatological center, which met the criteria for clinical research in dermatology, including a level of evidence ≤ 4.Results: A total of 1674 out of the 10199 articles met the inclusion criteria. An interactive map representing quantitative and qualitative indicators calculated for the 2005-2021 is presented here. In the study period, we found an increasing trend both in the number of published articles (p < 0.002) and in the mean number of citation-years per article (p < 0.01). A total of 22 of the articles had a level of evidence > 4, with a positive trend towards more articles having a higher level of evidence (p < 0.03). Actas Dermosifilográficas still maintains its position as the journal with the highest number of articles received (18%, a total of 302 articles).Conclusions: The results of this study show that, in Spain, the scientific production of dermatology represents an upward trend in quantity, impact, and level of evidence.

Approaches to anticancer therapy based on modulation of DNA methylation

Background. DNA methylation is a crucial mechanism of epigenetic regulation of transcription. Disturbances in DNA methylation mechanism are associated with various malignancies such as acute myeloid leukaemia, breast cancer, prostate cancer, etc. Influencing the functional status of DNA methyltransferases (DNMTs) enzymes and TET family proteins (TETs), which regulate DNA methylation and demethylation, is the basis of epigenetic anticancer therapy approach. In this review, we have considered the challenges and prospects of nucleoside and non-nucleoside inhibitors of DNMTs as well as TETs inhibitors. The results of clinical trials on the efficacy of DNMTs inhibitors used individually and as part of combination chemotherapy conducted over the last 15 years are also evaluated. Material and Methods. Sources were searched in PubMed, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, eLibrary, CyberLeninka. More than 700 publications were used in the analysis, but the review included mainly works of the last 10 years. A number of articles published earlier than 2015 were used for historical reference. Results. The review provides information on current advances in the development and study of epigenetically active compounds whose action is aimed at the regulation of DNA methylation. Data on the in vitro and in vivo effects of agents considered for use in the therapy of various malignancies are presented. In addition, the data of clinical trials of the most promising epigenetic modulators are presented.

Energy efficiency of hydrogen production during dark fermentation

It is widely known that most of the world's energy is produced from non-renewable energy sources such as crude oil and coal. Hydrogen is an ideal fuel candidate with a high energy content and clean combustion product. Biohydrogen is an environmentally friendly, renewable biofuel with high energy density, making it a viable alternative to fossil fuels in the future. At the same time, despite the large number of articles on the intensification of both dark fermentation and anaerobic bioconversion in general, the operating costs of the proposed intensification methods are not well covered in the literature. The goal of the work was to estimate the conversion coefficient of thermal and electrical energy spent on the functioning of the process of dark fermentation of various organic wastes into the energy of produced hydrogen. A block diagram of the energy flows of the dark fermentation system and the structure of the energy consumption of the system were developed. The obtained literature and experimental data suggest that the conversion coefficient of energy into biohydrogen in the process of dark fermentation is less than 1, so to obtain 1 kWh of hydrogen it is necessary to expend more than 1 kWh of energy. At the same time, the use of a vortex layer apparatus for dark fermentation of the food waste model made it possible to increase the energy output of the process by more than 7 times, thereby bringing the values of the conversion coefficients of thermal and electrical energy closer to 1. Despite the fact that the energy efficiency of most known methods for producing hydrogen is higher than the energy efficiency of dark fermentation, it is worth noting that the raw material for producing hydrogen in the dark fermentation process is organic waste, and not high-energy fuel (natural gas, methane, coal) or water in the case of electrolysis. In addition, the use of a vortex layer apparatus for pre-treatment of the dark fermentation substrate made it possible to achieve electricity conversion coefficient values 40% higher than with water electrolysis.

The Faxinal System in the State of Paraná: a Review

The Faxinal System is a traditional silvopastoral system located in fragments of Araucaria Forest in the state of Paraná (PR). In these areas, there is extensive animal husbandry between properties associated with the selective exploitation of forest resources. The Faxinal has been the subject of study by various branches of science, so new gaps and methods have emerged as research has progressed on the subject. To verify the evolution and new challenges of research on faxinals, a bibliometric review was carried out based on 125 articles collected by the Publish or Perish 8 program. The articles were organized according to the decade of publication (1980s; 1990s; 2000s; 2010s and early 2020s), the topic researched (economy, territory, cultural and environmental)and the geographical location of the faxinals. The number of articles on the Faxinal System has increased in recent decades, with a tendency for an even greater increase by 2029. Research has shown that, due to capitalist expansion,the strengthening of agribusiness and environmental problems, the Faxinal is failing to sustain itself in the traditional way and its long-term continuity is under threat. Considering this, we see the need for an integrated approach that promotes cooperation between the community, the private sector and government entities. In addition, initiatives aimed at research, education, training, technical support, and monitoring are fundamental to maintaining the Faxinal System, taking advantage of its sustainable potential.

Visual Analysis of Hot Topics and Trends in Nutrition for Decompensated Cirrhosis Between 1994 and 2024

Objective An updated summary of the research profile of nutrition for the last 30 years for decompensated cirrhosis is lacking. This study aimed to explore the literature on nutrition for decompensated cirrhosis, draw a visual network map to investigate the research trends, and provide suggestions for future research. The Web of Science database retrieves the literature on nutrition for decompensated cirrhosis between 1994 and 2024. Methods We used the cooperative, co-occurrence, and co-citation networks in the CiteSpace knowledge graph analysis tool to explore and visualize the relevant countries, institutions, authors, co-cited journals, keywords, and co-cited references. Results We identified 741 articles on nutrition for decompensated cirrhosis. The number of publications and research interests has generally increased. The USA contributed the largest number of publications and had the highest centrality. The University of London ranked first in the number of articles issued, followed by the University of Alberta and Mayo Clinic. TANDON P, a “core strength” researcher, is a central hub in the collaborative network. Of the cited journals, HEPATOLOGY had the highest output (540, 15.3%). Conclusions Over the past three decades, the focus of research on nutrition in decompensated cirrhosis has shifted from “hepatic encephalopathy, intestinal failure, metabolic syndrome, and alcoholic hepatitis” to “sarcopenia and nutritional assessment.” In the future, nutritional interventions for sarcopenia should be based on a multimodal approach to address various causative factors. Its targeted treatment is an emerging area that warrants further in-depth research.

A Bibliometric Analysis of the 100 Most-Cited Articles concerning Atraumatic Restorative Treatment.

The present study aimed to identify the 100 most-cited articles concerning Atraumatic Restorative Treatment (ART) through a bibliometric analysis. The search was conducted in the Web of Science database in December 2023. Scopus and Google Scholar were used to compare the number of citations. The following data were extracted from the articles: title, authors, number of citations, access type, institution, country, continent, year of publication, journal, keywords, study design, and theme. Collaborative networks were generated using the VOSviewer software. Google Trends was used to investigate the global popularity of "atraumatic restorative treatment" research. The 100 selected articles, published between 1996 and 2019, were cited 5,092 times, ranging from 21 to 239 citations. Caries Research (12%) and Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology (12%) published the highest number of articles. Clinical study (52%) was the most prevalent study design. The main theme addressed was restoration longevity (43%). Conventional high-viscosity glass ionomer was the most used restorative material (69%). The country with the highest number of articles was the Netherlands (33%) and Europe was the continent with most publications (38%). The Rabboud University of Nijmegen had the highest number of articles (25%). Frencken JE was the most prominent author (38%). The most common keyword was "atraumatic restorative treatment" (n=60). According to Google Trends, Tanzania was the country that searched the most about ART. The 100 most cited articles on ART were mainly composed of clinical studies focusing on the longevity of restorations and originated in Europe.

Ameliorative Effects of Essential Oils on Diabetes Mellitus: A Review.

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder and is responsible for the death of more than 4.2 million people in 2019. Synthetic drugs for DM like metformin have been reported to induce numerous complications and side effects. Reports suggested that essential plant oil has been used as an herbal remedy to lower blood glucose levels. Essential oils (EOs) are complex combinations of small molecules obtained from plants via the process of steam distillation and several solvents. EOs have already shown great efficacy as antimicrobials, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and anti-hypertensive. This review aims to summarize some potential EOs that have been reported to have anti-diabetic activity both in preclinical and clinical aspects while summarizing the probable mechanism of action. The authors went through a vast number of articles from various scientific databases like Google Scholar, PubMed, and Web of Science. It was found that EO from a total of 20 plants has been pre-clinically investigated to have anti-diabetic potential. Besides this, clinical studies have reported the antidiabetic efficacy of EOs from Nigella sativa and Cuminum cyminum at different concentrations. Bioactive phytoconstituents like carvacrol, thymol, α- pinene, via . obtained from EOs ameliorate DM by inhibiting α-GLUC, α-amylase, lipase enzymes and increasing GLUT-4 expression, AKT phosphorylation, via . Although fewer in number, EOs from plant sources have demonstrated significant efficacy in DM. Proper elucidation of the anti-diabetic efficacy of the EOs may open up new avenues for drug discovery and development subjected to clinical studies.

Geophysics Bright Spots

Geophysics Bright Spots reviews a number of interesting research articles from recent issues of the journal Geophysics.

RETRACTION: Effects of evidence-based nursing in preventing pressure ulcers in intensive care unit patients: A meta-analysis.

Retraction: Y. Li , Z. Huang , K. Yu , and Y. Li , "Effects of evidence-based nursing in preventing pressure ulcers in intensive care unit patients: A meta-analysis," Int Wound J 21, no. 3 (2023): e14489, https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.14489. The above article, published online on 16 November 2023, in Wiley Online Library (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/), has been retracted by agreement between the journal Editor in Chief, Professor Keith Harding; and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. It came to the publisher's attention from a third party that a number of articles shared concerning similarities in format and structure. Following an investigation by the publisher, the retraction of this article has been agreed on because the peer review and publishing process for this article were found to have been manipulated. The authors did not respond to our notice of retraction.

The Departmental Scholarly Index: A Metric of Research Productivity.

While bibliometric ranking systems have been designed to use citations, funding, and alumni productivity, there is a need for a simple metric that objectively evaluates the work of a group or organization. The present study describes a bibliometric tool, the Departmental Scholarly Index (DSI), for this purpose. Publications from academic plastic surgery programs in qualifying states of the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons released in 2022 were collected via PubMed affiliation search. Publications were recorded in a running list alongside the title and 2022 impact factor of their respective journals. The impact factors were averaged by summing the impact factors and dividing by the number of articles to obtain a raw average. Any publication in a journal with an impact factor greater than five multiples of the raw average was removed as an outlier. The remaining impact factors were then summed and give the final numerical value representing the DSI. A total of 464 articles published in 139 individual journals were returned from PubMed between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2022, for the 22 constituent departments. Calculated Spearman's rank coefficients comparing the DSI ranking with both the Doximity and Persad-Paisley rankings yielded values of 0.66 (P < 0.01) and 0.62 (P < 0.01), respectively. Overall, the DSI rankings largely agree with either the Persad-Paisley or Doximity rankings with notable differences seen in the rankings of Mayo Florida and the University of Alabama. A clear academic ranking of Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons programs was generated from these data. The DSI represents a novel and simple approach to applying objective value to research with the advantage of using data bound to the most recent publication productivity.

Applications of Silver Nanoparticles in Patent Research.

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have been widely applied in research and industrial fields, finding applications in nanomedicine, drug delivery, biomedical devices, electronics, the energy sector, and environmental protection. Patents provide information on the industrial viability of product technologies, and the number of patent documents provides an estimate of the evolution of a specific technological field. The present work aims to describe the current trends in AgNPs patent applications. In addition, a retrospective study of published patents in Brazil is presented. Analyses of AgNPs-related patents were conducted using the free platform for patent search Lens® in 2010-2019 and articles published in same period using the Scholar® base. The patent applications and their evolution over time, major depositors and holders, and the main technological areas associated with AgNP applications have been described. China and United States are the major patent applicants for nanotechnologies. The worldwide distribution of publications of journal articles shows that China, India, and the United States are the leading countries in the total number of articles published, in that order. Our study of patent applications and published articles confirmed the growing global increase in new technologies involving NPs and AgNPs, particularly in the biotechnology area, in the fields of medicine and agriculture.

RETRACTION: Effects of comprehensive nursing intervention on pressure ulcer after traumatic brain injury surgery: A meta-analysis.

Retraction: D.-H. Huang , Y.-C. Xie , and C.-L. Zhang , "Effects of comprehensive nursing intervention on pressure ulcer after traumatic brain injury surgery: A meta-analysis," Int Wound J 21, no. 3 (2023): e14494, https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.14494. The above article, published online on 20 November 2023, in Wiley Online Library (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/), has been retracted by agreement between the journal Editor in Chief, Professor Keith Harding; and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. It came to the publisher's attention from a third party that a number of articles shared concerning similarities in format and structure. Following an investigation by the publisher, the retraction of this article has been agreed on because the peer review and publishing process for this article were found to have been manipulated. The authors did not respond to our notice of retraction.

RETRACTION: Effects of enhance recovery after surgery nursing program on the surgical site wound infection in patients undergoing laparoscopic hepatectomy for hepatocellular carcinoma: A meta-analysis.

Retraction: L. Liu , M. Zhang , X. Zhang , and Q. Xiang , "Effects of enhance recovery after surgery nursing program on the surgical site wound infection in patients undergoing laparoscopic hepatectomy for hepatocellular carcinoma: A meta-analysis," Int Wound J 21, no. 3 (2023): e14490, https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.14490. The above article, published online on 16 November 2023, in Wiley Online Library (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/), has been retracted by agreement between the journal Editor in Chief, Professor Keith Harding; and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. It came to the publisher's attention from a third party that a number of articles shared concerning similarities in format and structure. Following an investigation by the publisher, the retraction of this article has been agreed on because the peer review and publishing process for this article were found to have been manipulated. The authors did not respond to our notice of retraction.

RETRACTION: Effects of predictive nursing interventions on pressure ulcer in older bedridden patients: A meta-analysis.

Retraction: Z.-F. L., J. Meng , N. Jing , and X.-Y. Liu , "Effects of predictive nursing interventions on pressure ulcer in older bedridden patients: A meta-analysis," Int Wound J 21, no. 3 (2023): e14676, https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.14676. The above article, published online on 04 March 2024, in Wiley Online Library (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/), has been retracted by agreement between the journal Editor in Chief, Professor Keith Harding; and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. It came to the publisher's attention from a third party that a number of articles shared concerning similarities in format and structure. Following an investigation by the publisher, the retraction of this article has been agreed on because the peer review and publishing process for this article were found to have been manipulated. The authors did not respond to our notice of retraction.

Big data analysis of endovascular treatment for acute ischemic stroke: a study based on bibliometric analysis.

While bibliometric analyses are prevalent in the medical field, few have focused on ther endovascular treatment for acute ischemic stroke (AIS). To employ big data analysis to examine the research status, trends, and hotspots in endovascular treatment for AIS. We conducted a comprehensive search using the Web of Science (WOS) database to identify relevant articles on the endovascular treatment for AIS from 1980 to the present. We used various tools for data analysis, including an online platform (https://bibliometric.com/app), the Citespace software, the Vosviewer software, and the ArcMap software, version 10.8. A number of bibliometric indicators were collected and analyzed, such as publication date, country where the studies were conducted, institutions to which the authors were affiliated, authors, high-frequency keywords, cooperative relationship etc. RESULTS: A total of 5,576 articles were retrieved. A substantial increase in the number of articles occurred after 2010. High-frequency keywords included terms such as large vessel occlusion, reperfusion, outcome, and basilar artery occlusion. Among the top 10 most productive authors, Raul G. Nogueira ranked first, with 136 published articles. Among the journals, The New England Journal of Medicine ranked first, with 5,631 citations. The United States has the closest collaborative ties with other nations. In the present study, we found that the reports of endovascular treatment for AIS gradually increased after 2010. Among them, Raul G. Nogueira was the most productive author in this field. The New England Journal of Medicine was the most cited, and it had the greatest impact. The Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial of Endovascular Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke in the Netherlands (MR CLEAN) trial study was the most cited, and it was a landmark study. There are many interesting studies on endovascular treatment for AIS, such as ischemic penumbra, collateral circulation, bridging therapy etc.

Research landscape analysis on dual diagnosis of substance use and mental health disorders: key contributors, research hotspots, and emerging research topics

BackgroundSubstance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health disorders (MHDs) are significant public health challenges with far-reaching consequences on individuals and society. Dual diagnosis, the coexistence of SUDs and MHDs, poses unique complexities and impacts treatment outcomes. A research landscape analysis was conducted to explore the growth, active countries, and active journals in this field, identify research hotspots, and emerging research topics.MethodA systematic research landscape analysis was conducted using Scopus to retrieve articles on dual diagnosis of SUDs and MHDs. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied to focus on research articles published in English up to December 2022. Data were processed and mapped using VOSviewer to visualize research trends.ResultsA total of 935 research articles were found. The number of research articles on has been increasing steadily since the mid-1990s, with a peak of publications between 2003 and 2012, followed by a fluctuating steady state from 2013 to 2022. The United States contributed the most articles (62.5%), followed by Canada (9.4%). The Journal of Dual Diagnosis, Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, and Mental Health and Substance Use Dual Diagnosis were the top active journals in the field. Key research hotspots include the comorbidity of SUDs and MHDs, treatment interventions, quality of life and functioning, epidemiology, and the implications of comorbidity. Emerging research topics include neurobiological and psychosocial aspects, environmental and sociocultural factors, innovative interventions, special populations, and public health implications.ConclusionsThe research landscape analysis provides valuable insights into dual diagnosis research trends, active countries, journals, and emerging topics. Integrated approaches, evidence-based interventions, and targeted policies are crucial for addressing the complex interplay between substance use and mental health disorders and improving patient outcomes.

A Comprehensive Analysis of Teacher Professional Learning Communities: A Scopus Based Review (2019–2024)

Professional learning communities (PLCs) play a pivotal role in fostering continuous professional development for educators. However, the broad picture of PLCs has been under investigated in recent years. We filled this research gap by conducting a mixed systematic review of PLCs. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) model, 27 publications from Scopus between 2019 and 2024 were extracted and analyzed. Our analysis primarily focused on discerning the prominent research trends in this field, scrutinizing research article counts, and examining countries, authors citation counts, and keywords of the selected articles. The findings reveal the existence of 12 issues pertaining to recent teacher PLCs. Notably, the number of research articles addressing this topic exhibited an upward trajectory, with the journal Teaching and Teacher Education serving as the preferred publication outlet for authors. Among the influential contributors in this domain, the research conducted by Yin et al. (2019) from Hong Kong held the greatest sway. Commonly recurring keywords in the analyzed articles include learning, professional, community, and teacher. Consequently, this research review offers a comprehensive overview of teacher PLCs, thus providing valuable guidance for educational researchers and practitioners in shaping future research endeavors.

Chinese Medicine-Derived Salvianolic Acid B for Disease Therapy: A Scientometric Study.

Salvianolic acid B (SalB), among the most abundant bioactive polyphenolic compounds found in Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., exerts therapeutic and protective effects against various diseases. Although some summaries of the activities of SalB exist, there is lack of a scientometric and in-depth review regarding disease therapy. In this review, scientometrics was employed to analyze the number of articles, publication trends, countries, institutions, keywords, and highly cited papers pertaining to SalB research. The scientometric findings showed that SalB exerts excellent protective effects on the heart, lungs, liver, bones, and brain, along with significant therapeutic effects against atherosclerosis (AS), Alzheimer's disease (AD), liver fibrosis, diabetes, heart/brain ischemia, and osteoporosis, by regulating signaling pathways and acting on specific molecular targets. Moreover, this review delves into in-depth insights and perspectives, such as the utilization of SalB in combination with other drugs, the validation of molecular mechanisms and targets, and the research and development of novel drug carriers and dosage forms. In conclusion, this review aimed to offer a comprehensive scientometric analysis and in-depth appraisal of SalB research, encompassing both present achievements and future prospects, thereby providing a valuable resource for the clinical application and therapeutic exploitation of SalB.

Top 100 cited articles related to EUS: A bibliometric analysis

ABSTRACT Background and Objectives Citation analysis is a fundamental method in bibliometrics for quantifying the impact and contribution of articles on a specific biomedical field. The purpose of our study was to identify and analyze the top 100 cited articles in the field of EUS. Methods All published articles in the field of EUS were searched by using “endoscopic ultrasound” and its synonyms as the search terms without time limit. The Institute for Scientific Information Web of Science Core database was searched to determine the citations. The top 100 cited articles were identified and further evaluated for characteristics including publication year, authors, journals, impact factor, countries, institutions, article type, topic term, and evidence grade, among others. Results A total of 430 articles were cited more than 100 times. The 100 most-cited articles were published between 1988 and 2018, and the medium citation was 240.5 (104.25). The top 100 cited articles mainly focused on diagnostic performance (80%) and interventional therapy (20%). The numbers of articles studying the diagnostic accuracy of FNA (n = 29) and tumor diagnosis (n = 29) were the highest among research articles on FNA and EUS of diagnostic categories, and EUS transluminal drainage (n = 14) was the most frequently used EUS technique for therapy. The focus of the majority of the articles was on diseases of pancreas (n = 55), and among the 55 articles related to pancreatic diseases, pancreatic cancer (n = 17) and solid pancreatic masses (n = 13) were the most researched topics. In addition, we found that the proportions of diagnostic and treatment-related articles at different time periods have statistical significance (P &lt; 0.05). Conclusions Our analysis provides an insight into the top 100 articles in the field of EUS, revealing EUS-guided FNA, tumor staging, and transluminal drainage as the major advances in the past 35 years. Pancreatic diseases were the most researched, especially pancreatic cancer or solid pancreatic masses. Our research has found that the number of articles on the application of EUS treatment has significantly increased.