Use of Dried Stoned Olive Pomace in the Feeding of Lactating Buffaloes: Effect on the Quantity and Quality of the Milk Produced

Terramoccia, S.,Bartocci, S.,Taticchi, A.,Di Giovanni, S.,Pauselli, M.,Mourvaki, E.,Urbani, S.,Servili, M. Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 2013 Animal Bioscience Vol.26 No.7

Dried stoned olive pomace (DSOP) was administered to dairy water buffaloes, and their productive performance and milk composition were analysed. Sixteen pluriparous lactating buffaloes were divided into two uniform groups (control and experimental), taking into consideration the following parameters: milk production (2,192 and 2,102 kg) and duration of lactation (254 and 252 d) of the previous year, distance from calving (51 and 43 d), milk production (9.71 and 10.18 kg/d), body condition score (BCS) (6.44 and 6.31) and weight (617 and 653 kg) at the beginning of the trial. Both diets had the same formulation: second cut alfalfa hay 20%, corn silage 42%, concentrate 38% but the two concentrates differed in their formulation, the experimental one contained 15.50% of DSOP as fed. The employed DSOP showed high amounts of secoiridoids, such as 3,4-dihydroxyphenylethanol (3,4-DHPEA) (1.2 g/kg DM), 3,4-dihydroxyphenylethanol-elenolic acid di-aldehyde (3,4-DHPEA-EDA) (12.6 g/kg DM), p-hydroxyphenylethanol-elenolic acid di-aldehyde (p-HPEA-EDA) (5.6 g/kg DM) and lignans, which are known to be powerful bioactive compounds. The control diet had an energy-protein content of 0.86 Milk FU/kg DM and 143.3 g/kg DM of crude protein, whereas the experimental diet of 0.87 Milk FU/kg DM and 146.6 g/kg DM of crude protein. Each animal of the two groups received 17 kg DM/d and each buffalo of the experimental group, by way of the concentrate, ingested 1.05 kg DM/d of DSOP. The trial lasted 40 days. No significant difference was found between the BCS (6.41 and 6.53), live weight (625.93 and 662.50 kg) and milk production (9.69 and 10.08 kg/d) of the two groups, as was the case for fat, protein, lactose, pH and coagulating parameters of the two milks. The milk fat of the experimental group had a significantly higher content of total tocopherols (10.45 vs $8.60{\mu}g/g$, p<0.01) and retinol (3.17 vs $2.54{\mu}g/g$, p<0.01). The content of the reactive substances with tiobarbituric acid (TBARs) was significantly lower in the milk fat of the experimental group (12.09 vs $15.05{\mu}g$ MDA/g, p<0.01). The acid content of the milk fat of the experimental group had a significantly higher content (p<0.05) of C18:0 and of $C18:3{\omega}6$. LC-MS/MS analysis showed the presence of 3,4-DHPEA ($36.0{\mu}g/L$) in the milk of the DSOP-fed buffaloes, while other phenols were not found. DSOP, in the quantity utilized, can be used in the feeding of the lactating buffalo; the dietetic-nutritional characteristics of the milk are improved due to a greater contribution of tocopherols, retinol and the presence of hydroxytyrosol.

Pyridostigmine in Pediatric Intestinal Pseudo-obstruction: Case Report of a 2-year Old Girl and Literature Review

( Giovanni Di Nardo ),( Federica Viscogliosi ),( Francesco Esposito ),( Vincenzo Stanghellini ),( Maria Pia Villa ),( Pasquale Parisi ),( Alessia Morlando ),( Girolamo Cal ),( Roberto De Giorgio ) 대한소화기기능성질환·운동학회(구 대한소화관운동학회) 2019 Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility (JNM Vol.25 No.4

Pediatric chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction is a rare disorder characterized by a severe impairment of gastrointestinal motility leading to intestinal obstruction symptoms in the absence of mechanical causes. The diagnosis is usually clinical and diagnostic work is usually aimed to rule out mechanical obstruction and to identify any underlying diseases. Treatment is challenging and requires a multidisciplinary effort. In this manuscript we describe the youngest child successfully treated with the orally administrable, longacting, reversible anti-cholinesterase drug, pyridostigmine. Like other drugs belonging to cholinesterase inhibitors, pyridostigmine enhances gut motility by increasing acetylcholine availability in the enteric nervous system and neuro-muscular junctions. Based on the direct evidence from the reported case, we reviewed the current literature on the use of pyridostigmine in severe pediatric dysmotility focusing on intestinal pseudo-obstruction. The overall data emerged from the few published studies suggest that pyridostigmine is an effective and usually well tolerated therapeutic options for patients with intestinal pseudo-obstruction. More specifically, the main results obtained by pyridostigmine included marked reduction of abdominal distension, reduced need of parenteral nutrition, and improvement of oral feeding. The present case and review on pyridostigmine pave the way for eagerly awaited future randomized controlled studies testing the efficacy of cholinesterase inhibitors in pediatric severe gut dysmotility. (J Neurogastroenterol Motil 2019;25:508-514)

Use of the ultrasound-based total malignancy score in the management of thyroid nodules

Giovanni Guido Pompili,Silvia Tresoldi,Anna Ravell,Alessandra Primolevo,Giovanni Di Leo,Gianpaolo Carrafiello 대한초음파의학회 2018 ULTRASONOGRAPHY Vol.37 No.4

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to validate the role of the total malignancy score (TMS)in identifying thyroid nodules suspicious for malignancy through the sum of their ultrasoundfeatures. Methods: The local ethical committee approved this prospective observational study. Weexamined 231 nodules in 231 consecutive patients (164 females and 67 males; age range, 20 to87 years; median age, 59 years; interquartile range, 48 to 70 years) who underwent ultrasoundfollowed by fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC). The nodules were further classified usingthe TMS, which considers ultrasound features (number, echogenicity, structure, halo, margins,Doppler signal, calcifications, and growth), and the Bethesda System for Reporting ThyroidCytopathology (TBSRTC), which considers cytological features. Patients with non-negativenodules (TBSRTC categories III to VI) underwent histological analysis, repeated FNAC, or 2years of regular ultrasound follow-up. The associations between the final diagnosis, each of theultrasound features, and the TMS were estimated using the chi-square test, the Mann-WhitneyU test, and multivariate logistic regression. A receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve wasused to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of the TMS. Results: On ultrasound, 47% of the nodules (108 of 231) had a TMS <3, 18% (42 of 231) hada TMS of 3, and 35% (81 of 231) had a TMS >3. The FNAC results of 85% of the nodules (196of 231) were benign, while 15% (35 of 231) had non-negative results. Hypoechogenicity, solidstructure, the presence of microcalcifications, and the number of nodules were independentpredictors of the final diagnosis, and the diagnostic accuracy of the TMS was good (area underthe ROC curve, 0.82). Conclusion: The TMS system is simple to use, reliable, easily reproducible, and closely reflectsmalignancy risk. Based on our results, FNAC could be limited to nodules with a TMS ≥3 withoutmissing any cases of carcinoma.

Total Urethra and Penile Shaft Reconstruction with Combined Pedicled Anterolateral Thigh Flap and Radial Forearm Free Flap after Total Penectomy

Pietro Giovanni di Summa,Gianluca Sapino,Olivier Bauquis 대한성형외과학회 2022 Archives of Plastic Surgery Vol.49 No.3

Total reconstruction of the penis (TPR) represents a challenge for urologists and plastic surgeons, especially when urethral length is severely reduced.We here describe, for the first time in an oncologic scenario, a double flap phalloplasty using a pedicled anterolateral thigh (ALT) flap for penile reconstruction and a radial forearm free flap (RFFF) for complete neourethra and glans reconstruction following penile amputation. A 48-year-old patient came to our department following a total penectomy with inferior urethral derivation. The indication for a double flap phalloplasty was posed as only way to fully reconstruct the urethra on its length avoiding possible complications of single flap reconstruction using tube-into-tube technique. Both flaps healed uneventfully with no neourethral strictures or fistulas described. At 18 months follow-up, the patient was extremely satisfied with the aesthetic result and was able to void in standing position. We think that a double free tissue transfer for TPR should be considered, particularly when a urethral length>14 cm needs to be reconstructed. While the pedicled ALT can be used to reconstruct a proper penile shaft with an easily concealed scar, the RFFF can provide adequate neourethra length with satisfactory sensory recovery at the neoglans.

Sardinian honeys as sources of xanthine oxidase and tyrosinase inhibitors

Di Petrillo, Amalia,Santos-Buelga, Celestino,Era, Benedetta,Gonzalez-Paramas, Ana Maria,Tuberoso, Carlo Ignazio Giovanni,Medda, Rosaria,Pintus, Francesca,Fais, Antonella 한국식품과학회 2018 Food Science and Biotechnology Vol.27 No.1

Sardinian honeys obtained from different floral sources (Arbutus, Asphodelus, Eucalyptus, Thistle, and Sulla) were evaluated for their ability to inhibit tyrosinase and xanthine oxidase enzymes and for their antioxidant activity. Physicochemical parameters, total phenolic, and flavonoids content were also determined. Honey from Arbutus flowers had the highest antioxidant activity followed by Eucalyptus and Thistle ones. These three honeys showed good tyrosinase and xanthine oxidase inhibition properties. Thus, these Sardinian honeys could have a great potential as antioxidant sources for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.

Monitoring the activities of Italian colposcopy clinics before and during the COVID-19 pandemic

Giovanni Delli Carpini,Paolo Giorgi Rossi,Luca Giannella,Jacopo Di Giuseppe,Nicolò Clemente,Francesco Sopracordevole,Maggiorino Barbero,Giorgio Bogani,Rosa De Vincenzo,Massimo Origoni,Francesco Cantat 대한부인종양학회 2023 Journal of Gynecologic Oncology Vol.34 No.1

Objective: To evaluate the impact of healthcare reorganization during the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 pandemic on Italian colposcopy clinic activities, focusing on cervical excision procedures, follow-ups for conservative management of low-grade lesions, and follow-ups post cervical excision. Methods: Retrospective study conducted in 14 Italian colposcopy clinics. The number and clinical characteristics of cervical excisions, follow-ups for conservative management of low-grade lesions, and follow-ups after cervical excision were compared between the period March 1, 2019 to February 29, 2020 (pre-pandemic) and March 1, 2020 to February 28, 2021 (pandemic) with a Poisson regression analysis. Results: In the pandemic period, the number of cervical excisions was reduced by 8.8% (95% confidence interval [CI]=−15.6% to −2%; p=0.011). Excisions were less frequently performed in the operating room (−35.1%; 95% CI=−47.6% to −22.6%; p<0.001), the number of patients from spontaneous screening was reduced by −14.0% (95% CI=−23.4% to −4.6%; p=0.003), and the CO2-laser technique was used less frequently (−30%; 95% CI=−45.1% to −15.0%; p<0.001). As compared to the pre-pandemic period, the number of follow-ups for conservative management of low-grade lesions was reduced by −26.7% (95% CI=−39.0% to −14.4%; p<0.001), and the follow-up appointments after cervical excision were reduced by −51.0% (95% CI=−58.1% to −43.9%; p<0.001). Conclusion: The most significant impact of the healthcare reorganization during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic was on follow-ups after cervical excision. The resumption of disrupted activities should follow a risk-based prioritization, starting from women in follow-up after cervical excision. It is advisable that the trend of performing cervical excision as an outpatient procedure is maintained in the post-pandemic period.

Sardinian honeys as sources of xanthine oxidase and tyrosinase inhibitors

Amalia Di Petrillo,Celestino Santos-Buelga,Benedetta Era,Ana Maria Gonza´lez-Parama´s,Carlo Ignazio Giovanni Tuberoso,RosariaMedda,Francesca Pintus,Antonella Fais 한국식품과학회 2018 Food Science and Biotechnology Vol.27 No.1

Sardinian honeys obtained from different floral sources (Arbutus, Asphodelus, Eucalyptus, Thistle, and Sulla) were evaluated for their ability to inhibit tyrosinase and xanthine oxidase enzymes and for their antioxidant activity. Physicochemical parameters, total phenolic, and flavonoids content were also determined. Honey from Arbutus flowers had the highest antioxidant activity followed by Eucalyptus and Thistle ones. These three honeys showed good tyrosinase and xanthine oxidase inhibition properties. Thus, these Sardinian honeys could have a great potential as antioxidant sources for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.

Performance of Suckling Rabbits Fed a Low Fibre Concentrate

Piccolo, Giovanni,Bovera, Fulvia,Meo, Carmelo Di,Gazaneo, Maria Pia,Nizza, Antonino Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 2005 Animal Bioscience Vol.18 No.10

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of two diets different in crude fibre content and ingredients on performance and on caecal characteristics of rabbits around weaning. Thirty litters from thirty New Zealand White does were divided at Day 18 in two groups fed, respectively, a low fibre concentrate (LFC, consisting mainly of soybean meal, delactated whey, barley) from Day 18-28 followed by a creep feed (CF, consisting mainly in alfalfa meal, barley and wheat bran) from Day 29-32, and a CF from Day 18-32. After weaning (32 days) both groups were fed the CF ad libitum for two weeks. During the pre-weaning period, mortality, milk intake and solid feed intake (from Day 20) were recorded daily, while the live weight of kits was recorded twice, at 18 and 32 days. At day 28, one rabbit/litter was slaughtered in order to obtain data on caecal content characteristics. After weaning, the rabbits were located in collective cages, feeding ad libitum CF; feed intake, live weight and mortality were recorded weekly for two weeks. During the preweaning period, there were no differences between the groups in milk and solid feed intake and, by consequence, in live weight at weaning; instead, the mortality was higher (12.5 vs 4.5%) for the group (A) that changed diet at 28 days. Group A showed also a higher caecal pH (6.12 vs. 5.72), propionate to butyrate ratio (0.73 vs. 0.46), ammonia content (9.3 vs. 7.1 mmol/l), but a lower total volatile fatty acid content (66.8 vs. 82.1 mmol/l) than B Group, probably due to the dried milk whey in the concentrate. After weaning, there were no significant differences between the two groups. The authors concluded that the use of a low fibre concentrate for suckling rabbits is not recommended.

LUXURY TOWARDS SUSTAINABILITY: A GRI-BASED SUSTAINABILITY REPORT ANALYSIS

Alessio Di Leo,Giovanni Mattia,Carlo Alberto Pratesi,Ludovica Principato 글로벌지식마케팅경영학회 2019 Global Fashion Management Conference Vol.2019 No.07

Effect of Different Raising Techniques on In vivo Performance and Carcass and Meat Traits of Ischia Grey Rabbit

Bovera, Fulvia,Di Meo, Carmelo,Nizza, Sandra,Piccolo, Giovanni,Nizza, Antonino Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 2008 Animal Bioscience Vol.21 No.9

One-hundred and twenty Ischia grey rabbits, traditionally raised in pits, were equally divided after weaning (32 days) into three groups: group C, housed in cages (4 rabbits/cage) and fed a commercial concentrate; group GF, housed as C group and fed grasses collected on the island and crushed faba beans supplemented with an appropriate mineral vitamin mix; group P, housed in pits (8 rabbits/pit) and fed as GF group. Feed intake was recorded daily and live weight monthly up to slaughter (92 days). At slaughter, 10 rabbits per group were used to measure carcass and meat traits. The carcasses were weighed and measured according to the standard procedures and meat samples from the Longissimus dorsi and left hind leg were analysed for water holding capacity and chemical composition, respectively. During the entire trial, group C consumed significantly (p<0.01) a higher quantity of feed than the other groups (126.1 vs. 63.4 and 66.5 g/d, resp. for groups C, GF and P) and at slaughter showed a significantly (p<0.01) higher body weight (2,529.7 vs. 1,324.4 and 1,375.4 g, resp. for groups C, GF and P). Significant differences (p<0.01) were found also for dressing out percentage (68.6 vs. 66.6 and 66.9%, resp. for groups C, GF and P) and for meat chemical composition, in particular lipid percentage (4.13 vs. 1.84 and 1.93%, resp., for groups C, GF and P, p<0.01) and moisture (73.7 vs. 76.4 and 76.3%, resp. for groups C, GF and P, p<0.01). The results suggest the opportunity to obtain heavier animals raised in the pits if their diets were integrated with commercial feed.