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Para a composição desse dossiê, selecionamos um conjunto de textos que discutem relações entre a produção contemporânea de gravura e questões latentes na sociedade. Nas últimas décadas percebemos tanto uma movimentação em torno das técnicas tradicionais de gravura com temáticas emergentes, quanto em trabalhos que se estruturam a partir de desdobramentos da gravura (MARTINS; MESQUITA, 2012[1]; RESENDE, 2000[2]), dialogando com a arte impressa (MADERUELO, 2019[3]; DIDI-HUBERMAN, 1997[4]), com o hibridismo, com a apropriação (TALLMAN, 1996[5]), com as novas tecnologias, entre outras. Nas páginas que seguem o leitor encontrará pesquisas singulares discutindo as artes gráficas nas mais diversas vertentes. [1] MARTINS, Carlos; MESQUITA, Ivo. Gravura em Campo expandido. São Paulo: Pinacoteca do Estado, 2012. [2] RESENDE, Ricardo. Desdobramentos da gravura. In: KOSSOVITZ, Leon; LAUDANNA, Mayra; RESENDE, Ricardo. GRAVURA: Arte Brasileira do Século XX. São Paulo: Cosac & Naify/Itaú Cultural, 2000. [3] MADERUELO, Javier. Arte impreso. Santander: Ediciones La Bahia, 2019 [4] DIDI-HUBERMAN, G. L’Empreinte. Paris: Centre Georges Pompidou, 1997. [5] TALLMAN, Susan. The Contemporary print: from pre-pop to postmodern. London: Thames and Hudson, 1996.

O presente artigo tem por objetivo refletir sobre um conjunto de imagens gráficas desenvolvidas a partir do diálogo com a paisagem. Para estruturar a pesquisa, valemo-nos da metodologia de pesquisa em arte, que considera a constante relação entre a teoria e a prática artística (Rey, 1996; 2002). Como chave de leitura, o conceito de paisagem nas Artes Visuais, presente no desenvolver das gravuras, é pautado principalmente pelas discussões de Ferreira (2000), Maderuelo (2010), La Pastina (2022) e Meira (2000). Além disso, para analisar o processo de criação, Resende (2000), Krauss (1986) e Buti (1996) contribuem na contextualização da produção gráfica artística contemporânea. Com base nesse aporte, percebem-se singularidades nas tomadas de decisões ao criar imagens de gravuras em grandes formatos.

Background and Objectives: The loss of teeth in the posterior maxillary region often leads to significant alveolar bone resorption and maxillary sinus pneumatization, complicating dental implant placement. Maxillary sinus grafting, typically using autogenous bone, is a common solution. However, autogenous bone grafts require additional surgical procedures, leading to increased morbidity. This study aims to compare the efficacy of two xenografts, Bio-Oss and Cerabone, in promoting new bone formation in maxillary sinus grafting through histomorphometric analysis and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). Materials and Methods: A total of 22 maxillary sinuses (12 right and 10 left) were grafted, with 12 using Cerabone and 10 using Bio-Oss. Six months post-grafting, biopsies were collected for histomorphometric analysis to measure new bone formation, connective tissue, and residual biomaterial. Additionally, micro-CT analysis was performed to assess bone volume fraction, trabecular thickness, number, and separation. Results: Histomorphometric analysis showed that the Cerabone group had a higher average new bone formation (25.94% ± 10.55) compared to the Bio-Oss group (17.29% ± 4.61), with a statistically significant difference (p = 0.02). Micro-CT analysis revealed that the bone volume fraction in the Cerabone group was significantly higher compared to the Bio-Oss group, with significant differences in trabecular thickness (p = 0.02) but not in trabecular number or separation. Conclusions: The study demonstrates that both xenografts are effective in promoting new bone formation in maxillary sinus grafting. However, Cerabone showed superior performance in terms of new bone formation and bone volume fraction, suggesting it may be a more effective option for maxillary sinus augmentation procedures.

Over time, load balancing systems in cellular networks have been key to avoiding overload problems in the network and to maintaining a correct resource allocation and performance. However, the classical approaches were not designed for the dynamism generated by user behavior. The big crowds of users at certain social venues are one of the main concerns of mobile operators due to the load imbalance generated. Additionally, the mobility of users who attend social events (e.g., sports events, concerts, etc.) greatly impacts network performance due to its high correlation with network traffic. The availability to inform about events, particularly regarding venue location (e.g., stadiums, concert halls, convention centers) is exponentially growing thanks to its proliferation in social networks through geolocation databases and other functionalities. Therefore, the present work proposes a novel load balancing system integrating a fuzzy logic controller algorithm with social-awareness, which considers the relative position between cell sites and the social event venue in order to configure the network parameters. This approach is evaluated for different configurations of load balancing methods simulated on an urban macro scenario, mitigating the impact of the number of users per cell without degrading the signal quality. In this way, results show that social event data information plus soft or aggressive transmission power changes in cells can help to maintain the balance in the number of users per cell during mass events.

Background: Endoscopy during middle ear surgery is advantageous for better exploration of middle ear structures. However, using an endoscope has some weaknesses as surgical gestures are performed with one hand. This may trouble surgeons accustomed to using two-handed surgery, and may affect accuracy. A robot-based holder may combine the benefits from endoscopic exposure with a two-handed technique. The purpose of this study was to assess the safety and value of an endoscope held by a teleoperated system.Patients and Methods: A case series of 37 consecutive patients operated using endoscopic exposure with robot-based assistance was analyzed retrospectively. The RobOtol® system (Collin, France) was teleoperated as an endoscope holder in combination with a microscope. The following data were collected: patient characteristics, etiology, procedure type, complications, mean air and bone conduction thresholds, and speech performance at 3 months postoperatively. Patients had type I (myringoplasty), II (partial ossiculoplasty), and III (total ossiculoplasty) tympanoplasties in 15, 14, and 4 cases, respectively. Three patients had partial petrosectomies for cholesteatomas extending to the petrous apex. Finally, one case underwent resection of a tympanic paraganglioma. Ambulatory procedures were performed in 25 of the 37 patients (68%).Results: Complete healing with no perforation of the tympanic membrane was noted postoperatively in all patients. No complications relating to robotic manipulation occurred during surgery or postoperatively. The mean air conduction gain was 3.8 ± 12.6 dB for type I (n = 15), 7.9 ± 11.4 dB for type II (n = 14), and −0.9 ± 10.8 for type III tympanoplasties (n = 4), and the postoperative air-bone conduction gap was 13.8 ± 13.3 dB for type I, 19.7 ± 11.7 dB for type II and 31.6 ± 13.0 dB for type III tympanoplasty. They was no relapse of cholesteatoma or paraganglioma during the short follow-up period (

Background and Purpose: Robot-assisted cochlear implantation has recently been implemented in clinical practice; however, its effect on hearing outcomes is unknown. The aim of this preliminary study was to evaluate hearing performance 1 year post-implantation whether the electrode array was inserted manually or assisted by a robot.Methods: Forty-two profoundly deaf adults were implanted either manually (n = 21) or assisted by a robot (RobOtol®, Collin, Bagneux, France) with three different electrode array types. Participants were paired by age, and electrode array type. The scalar position of the electrode array in the cochlea was assessed by 3D reconstruction from the pre- and post-implantation computed tomography. Pure-tone audiometry and speech perception in silence (percentage of disyllabic words at 60 dB) were tested on the implanted ear 1 year post-implantation in free-field conditions. The pure-tone average was calculated at 250–500–750 Hz, 500–1,000–2,000–3,000 Hz, and 3,000–4,000–8,000 Hz for low, mid, and high frequencies, respectively.Results: One year after cochlear implantation, restoration of the high-frequency thresholds was associated with better speech perception in silence, but not with low or mid frequencies (p < 0.0001; Adjusted R2 = 0.64, polynomial non-linear regression). Although array translocation was similar using either technique, the number of translocated electrodes was lower when the electrode arrays had been inserted with the assistance of the robot compared with manual insertion (p = 0.018; Fisher's exact test).Conclusion: The restoration of high-frequency thresholds (3,000–4,000–8,000 Hz) by cochlear implantation was associated with good speech perception in silence. The numbers of translocated electrodes were reduced after a robot-assisted insertion.

BackgroundSevere Strongyloides stercoralis infection in kidney transplant recipients is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality, although little is known about the risk factors for such infection.Methodology/principal findingsThis was a retrospective, multicenter, case-control study in which we assessed the risk factors for and clinical outcomes of severe S. stercoralis infections in kidney transplant recipients in Brazil. We included 138 kidney transplant recipients: 46 cases and 92 controls. Among the cases, the median number of days from transplantation to diagnosis was 117 (interquartile range [IQR], 73.5-965) and the most common clinical findings were gastrointestinal symptoms (in 78.3%) and respiratory symptoms (in 39.1%), whereas fever and eosinophilia were seen in only 32.6% and 43.5%, respectively. The 30-day all-cause mortality among the cases was 28.3% overall and was significantly higher among the cases of infection occurring within the first three months after transplantation (47% vs. 17.2%, P = 0.04). The independent risk factors were receiving a transplant from a deceased donor (odds ratio [OR] = 6.16, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 2.05-18.5), a history of bacterial infection (OR = 3.04, 95% CI = 1.2-7.5), and a cumulative corticosteroid dose (OR = 1.005, 95% CI = 1.001-1.009). The independent predictors of mortality were respiratory failure (OR = 98.33, 95% CI = 4.46-2169.77) and concomitant bacteremia (OR = 413.00, 95% CI = 4.83-35316.61).Conclusions/significanceSevere S. stercoralis infections are associated with considerable morbidity and mortality after kidney transplantation. In endemic areas, such infection may occur late after transplantation, although it seems to be more severe when it occurs earlier after transplantation. Specific risk factors and clinical manifestations can identify patients at risk, who should receive prophylaxis or early treatment.

The genus Psophia includes terrestrial birds endemic to the Amazon. The number of species in this genus is still controversial, with alternative taxonomic treatments currently available. We present new and historical records of P. interjecta for the state of Tocantins, which extend this species’ range to the Tocantins–Araguaia interfluve, in southeasternmost Amazonia. Psophia interjecta is considered Vulnerable in Brazil, but we discuss that the species is likely more Critically Endangered in Tocantins due to drastic deforestation and hunting.

This study proposes a practical model for a new approach to the posterior fossa in common domestic pigs. Several surgical procedures can be simulated in the nonliving pig model, including soft tissue dissection, drilling of temporal bone, dural incision, access to the cerebellopontine angle, exposure of cranial nerves and drilling of the internal auditory canal. The pig model perfectly simulates standard otological and neurosurgical procedures, and we highlight the feasibility of our approach for further experiments in a living pig model with the possibility of reproducing the model for research on cranial nerves in pigs to study their electrophysiological behavior.

Palmas/TO foi projetada para ser uma capital ecológica, conciliando a ocupação humana com a preservação de recursos, dentre eles os florestais. Cada uma de suas quadras possui layout específico, pré-determinando as áreas passíveis de serem edificadas e as não edificantes. Entretanto, os recursos florestais desses espaços não edificantes sofrem pressões antrópicas colocando em risco sua conservação e manutenção. Neste sentido, realizamos o inventário qualiquantitativo da arborização das áreas verdes das quadras residenciais da cidade de Palmas com o intuito de identificar a ocorrência de espécies de usos múltiplos, conhecer o seu potencial, valorizar o seu uso pela população e por meio do conhecimento coletivo garantir a sua conservação. O levantamento foi realizado nas áreas não edificantes de 33 quadras residenciais de Palmas. No total foram identificadas 182 espécies florestais, sendo 54,4% nativas do Cerrado brasileiro. Mais de 79,0% das espécies apresentam algum tipo de uso medicinal, 66,5% são atrativas para a fauna de vertebrados e invertebrados e 40,7% delas tem emprego na alimentação humana. Observa-se que as áreas não edificantes apresentam grande importância na preservação desses recursos, garantindo o fornecimento de alimento para humanos e animais, além de princípios ativos diversos com potencial para uso medicinal.

O crescimento acelerado e desordenado das cidades contribui para o aumento da degradação ambiental desencandeada principalmente pela falta de infraestrutura básica, fragmentação e perda de habitat. Todos estes fatores culminam na perda de biodiversidade e diminuição da qualidade de vida dos munícipes. Neste contexto, a manutenção de áreas verdes nos centros urbanos torna-se indispensável para minimizar os efeitos da urbanização sobre o meio ambiente e a população urbana, uma vez que desempenham diversos serviços ambientais, tais como paisagísticos, ecológicos, climáticos, recreativos e psicológicos. Desta forma, avaliou-se neste trabalho o impacto da implantação do sistema de transporte coletivo BRT sobre a arborização da parte central do canteiro da Avenida Teotônio Segurado em Palmas, Tocantins, discutindo seus efeitos sobre a estrutura ecológica urbana e os serviços ambientais. Analisamos ainda uma proposta alternativa de traçado da canaleta de circulação do BRT visando a reduzir o seu impacto sobre a arborização local. Foram inventariados 3.980 indivíduos arbóreos de 112 espécies nessa avenida, totalizado 72,64 ind./ha. O impacto sobre a arborização do projeto original da canaleta de circulação do BRT para a área central da via é cerca de 30% maior do que o traçado alternativo proposto neste trabalho, sendo suprimidos pelo menos 456 indivíduos arbóreos. Em termos de composição e importância biológica e ecológica, o traçado do projeto original ocasionará a supressão de 23 espécies nativas do cerrado a mais quando comparado ao traçado alternativo. Os impactos sobre a arborização do projeto original das canaletas de circulação do BRT implicam na perda de diversos serviços ambientais proporcionado pela vegetação da Av. Teotônio Segurado, dentre os quais a amenização da poluição do ar e sonora, a diminuição das ilhas de calor, a melhoria da qualidade de vida e a manutenção e dispersão de espécies, sendo o traçado alternativo proposto a opção ambiental e socioeconomicamente mais viável.

During cochlear implantation, electrode array translocation and trauma should be avoided to preserve residual hearing. The aim of our study was to evaluate the effect of physical parameters of the array on residual hearing and cochlear structures during insertion. Three array prototypes with different stiffnesses or external diameters were implanted in normal hearing guinea pigs via a motorized insertion tool carried on a robot-based arm, and insertion forces were recorded. Array prototypes 0.4 and 0.4R had 0.4 mm external diameter and prototype 0.3 had 0.3 mm external diameter. The axial stiffness was set to 1 for the 0.4 prototype and the stiffnesses of the 0.4R and 0.3 prototypes were calculated from this as 6.8 and 0.8 (relative units), respectively. Hearing was assessed preoperatively by the auditory brainstem response (ABR), and then at day 7 and day 30 post-implantation. A study of the macroscopic anatomy was performed on cochleae harvested at day 30 to examine the scala location of the array. At day 7, guinea pigs implanted with the 0.4R array had significantly poorer hearing results than those implanted with the 0.3 array (26±17.7, 44±23.4, 33±20.5 dB, n = 7, vs 5±8.7, 1±11.6, 12±11.5 dB, n = 6, mean±SEM, respectively, at 8, 16 and 24 kHz, p

Driver distraction is one of the major causes of traffic accidents. In recent years, given the advance in connectivity and social networks, the use of smartphones while driving has become more frequent and a serious problem for safety. Texting, calling, and reading while driving are types of distractions caused by the use of smartphones. In this paper, we propose a non-intrusive technique that uses only data from smartphone sensors and machine learning to automatically distinguish between drivers and passengers while reading a message in a vehicle. We model and evaluate seven cutting-edge machine-learning techniques in different scenarios. The Convolutional Neural Network and Gradient Boosting were the models with the best results in our experiments. Results show accuracy, precision, recall, F1-score, and kappa metrics superior to 0.95.

In this cross-sectional study, 207 hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg)-negative kidney transplant recipients were evaluated based on demographic and epidemiological data and on the levels of serological markers of hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus infection and liver enzymes. Patients with HBV or human immunodeficiency virus infection were excluded. Sera were analysed for the presence of HBV-DNA. HBV-DNA was detected in two patients (1%), indicating occult hepatitis B (OHB) infection (the HBV-DNA loads were 3.1 and 3.5 IU/mL in these patients). The results of the liver function tests were normal and no serological markers indicative of HBV infection were detected. The prevalence of OHB infection was low among kidney transplant recipients, most likely due to the low HBsAg endemicity in the general population of the study area.

INTRODUCTION: There are medications capable of affecting bone metabolism and the rate of tooth movement. Among these medications are the immunosuppressants, which act by repressing the action of T lymphocytes, however they can cause bone loss and consequently lead to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a common complication following kidney, heart, liver or lung transplantation. The immunosuppressant treatment for preventing organ rejection after transplantation, in general, includes glucocorticoids, cyclosporine, tacrolimus, and sirolimus. All these drugs can have jeopardizing effects on bone mineral homeostasis and consequently influence tooth movement. In recent years, however, the increasing use of immunosuppressants has raised questions about their effects on bone metabolism in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this review study was to inform orthodontists about the influence of immunosuppressants on bone metabolism and tooth movement.

INTRODUÇÃO: No Tocantins, a malária apresenta comportamento diferenciado entre as microrregiões, com predominância dos casos importados. Este estudo descreve a análise espacial da malária no estado, no período de 2003 a 2008, buscando identificar nas microrregiões a incidência de casos autóctones e importados, bem como a procedência destes últimos. MÉTODOS: Trata-se de um estudo retrospectivo, pautado em dados secundários, que teve como fonte de dados o Sistema de Informações de Vigilância Epidemiológica - Malária (SIVEP-Malária), analisados através dos softwares estatísticos Epi Info versão 3.5.1. e Bioestat versão 5.0. RESULTADOS: Constatou-se que a malária não teve distribuição homogênea em todos os municípios. A área de maior prioridade agregou municípios localizados nas microrregiões oeste do estado, fronteira com o Pará, onde também se concentram o maior número de casos autóctones. A associação entre os casos autóctones e importados e as espécies de Plasmodium mostrou uma diferença estatisticamente significativa (G = 54,25; p < 0,0001). Das oito microrregiões, Miracema do Tocantins, Araguaína e Bico do Papagaio agruparam 75,8% dos casos, e nessas, onze municípios se sobressaíram. Quanto à procedência, o Estado do Pará apresentou ampla distribuição com 85,5% do total, seguido por Guiana Francesa com 7,4%. CONCLUSÕES: Os resultados demonstraram a predominância dos casos importados e a diferença entre os municípios e microrregiões, apontando pela influencia de estados vizinhos na determinação das áreas de maior risco. Esses dados são importantes, pois contribuem para orientação e direcionamento das políticas públicas para o agravo no Tocantins.

FUNDAMENTO: A disfunção endotelial pode ser considerada um evento precoce da aterogênese. OBJETIVO: Avaliar a aterosclerose em transplantados renais através do escore de cálcio coronariano, do duplex scan das carótidas e da reatividade braquial através do ultra-som. MÉTODOS: Avaliamos trinta transplantados renais do sexo masculino com função renal estável, idade média de 41,3 anos. RESULTADOS: A detecção da carga aterosclerótica nesta população foi significativa quando utilizada a técnica da reatividade braquial (86,7%), menos freqüente baseando-se na presença de placa carotídea (33,3%) ou no escore de cálcio coronariano (20%). Placa carotídea foi considerada quando a espessura era superior a 12 mm. O escore de cálcio coronariano foi anormal quando acima de oitenta pela escala de Agatston, sendo observado em um percentual baixo (21,7%) dos pacientes, possivelmente porque a tomografia pode não ser o método ideal para detectar aterosclerose em doentes renais, por não distinguir calcificações intimais da camada média. O controle clínico adequado, a baixa faixa etária e fatores relacionados ao tempo de diálise pré-transplante ou ao efeito antiinflamatório das drogas pós-transplante podem retardar o aparecimento das calcificações. CONCLUSÃO: A avaliação da carga aterosclerótica através do duplex scan das carótidas (33,3%) e do escore de cálcio coronariano (20%) não foi freqüente, não havendo correlação com o elevado índice de detecção de disfunção endotelial observado com o exame da reatividade braquial (86,7%).FUNDAMENTO: Se puede considerar la disfunción endotelial como un evento precoz de la aterogénesis. OBJETIVO: Evaluar la aterosclerosis en trasplantados renales con el empleo del score de calcio coronario y del duplex scan de las carótidas y la reactividad braquial mediante el ultrasonido. MÉTODOS: Evaluamos a 30 trasplantados renales del sexo masculino con función renal estable, edad promedio de 41,3 años. RESULTADOS: La detección de la carga aterosclerótica en esta población fue significativa cuando utilizada la técnica de la reactividad braquial (86,7%), menos frecuente, basándose en la presencia de placa carotídea (33,3%) o en el score de calcio coronario (20%). Se tomó en cuenta la placa carotídea cuando el espesor era superior a 12 mm. El score de calcio coronario fue anormal cuando >80 por la escala de Agatston, y se lo observó en un porcentaje bajo (21,7%) de los pacientes, posiblemente porque la tomografía puede no ser el método ideal para detectar aterosclerosis en enfermos renales, por no distinguir calcificaciones intimales de la capa media. El control clínico adecuado, la baja franja de edad y factores relacionados al tiempo de diálisis pre-transplante o al efecto antiinflamatorio de los fármacos post-trasplante pueden retardar el aparecimiento de las calcificaciones. CONCLUSIÓN: La evaluación de la carga aterosclerótica con el empleo del duplex scan de las carótidas (33,3%) y del score de calcio coronario (20%) no fue frecuente, no habiendo correlación con el elevado índice de detección de disfunción endotelial observado con el examen de la reactividad braquial (86,7%).BACKGROUND: Endothelial dysfunction can be considered an early atherogenic event. OBJECTIVE: To assess atherosclerosis in renal transplanted patients through the coronary calcium score, carotid duplex scan and brachial reactivity through ultrasonography. METHODS: We assessed 30 renal transplanted male patients with stable renal function, with a mean age of 41.3 years. RESULTS: The detection of the atherosclerotic load in this population was very significant when the brachial reactivity technique was used (86.7%); it was less frequent when based on the presence of carotid plaque (33.3%) or the coronary calcium score (20%). The carotid plaque was considered when the thickness was > 12 mm. The coronary calcium score was abnormal when > 80 according to the Agatston scale, being observed in a low percentage of patients (21.7%), possibly due to the fact that the tomography is not the ideal method to detect atherosclerosis in renal patients, as it does not differentiates intimal calcifications of the medial layer. The adequate clinical control, the low age range and the factors related to the time of pre-transplant dialysis or the anti-inflammatory effect of the post-transplant drugs can delay the onset of the calcifications. CONCLUSION: The evaluation of the atherosclerotic load through the carotid duplex scan (33,3%) and the coronary calcium score (20%) was not frequent; there was no correlation with the high rate of endothelial dysfunction detection observed with the brachial reactivity assessment (86.7%).

Aim: Several medications affect bone metabolism and the rate of tooth movement. The objective of the present study was to test the hypothesis that treatment with immunosuppressant tacrolimus (FK506) can interfere with bone turnover, decreasing the rate of tooth movement. Methods: Sixty male Wistar rats were divided into four groups of 15 animals each: Group 1: rats subjected to orthodontic movement plus treatment with saline solution vehicle; Group 2: rats subjected to orthodontic movement plus treatment with FK506; Group 3: rats treated with FK506 only; and Group 4: rats treated with saline solution vehicle only. The FK506 dose was 2 mg/kg/day. The treatment was initiated 14 days before the appliance installation and then kept for up to 14 days. In addition to the administration of the immunosuppressive drug, 10 mg/kg of oxytetracycline were injected at intervals of three days in order to show osteoblastic activity and bone growth at a histological level. Results: Histomorphometrical measurements showed greater tooth movement in Group 1 than in Group 2 at all periods (days 3, 7 and 14), though significant difference (p < 0.05) was observed only on days 7 and 14. Conclusions: FK506 significantly influenced the rate of tooth movement in rats subjected to the application of this medication.

Stretchable sensors are increasingly demanded in the fields of smart textiles for sports, military and medical industry. In this work, we propose novel elongation sensitive elastic fibers made up of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNT), Polyester and Polyurethane. The entire fiber is encased with natural rubber (NR) for protection against mechanical, electrical and humidity external influences. With this fiber, it is possible to reach elongations above 100%. It can be fabricated in different sizes according to application requirements. The relationship between fiber resistance and its physical modifications was measured at different elongations and temperatures. The experimental results show a high sensitivity and a stable temperature behavior.

Background and Objectives: The loss of teeth in the posterior maxillary region often leads to significant alveolar bone resorption and maxillary sinus pneumatization, complicating dental implant placement. Maxillary sinus grafting, typically using autogenous bone, is a common solution. However, autogenous bone grafts require additional surgical procedures, leading to increased morbidity. This study aims to compare the efficacy of two xenografts, Bio-Oss and Cerabone, in promoting new bone formation in maxillary sinus grafting through histomorphometric analysis and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT). Materials and Methods: A total of 22 maxillary sinuses (12 right and 10 left) were grafted, with 12 using Cerabone and 10 using Bio-Oss. Six months post-grafting, biopsies were collected for histomorphometric analysis to measure new bone formation, connective tissue, and residual biomaterial. Additionally, micro-CT analysis was performed to assess bone volume fraction, trabecular thickness, number, and separation. Results: Histomorphometric analysis showed that the Cerabone group had a higher average new bone formation (25.94% ± 10.55) compared to the Bio-Oss group (17.29% ± 4.61), with a statistically significant difference (p = 0.02). Micro-CT analysis revealed that the bone volume fraction in the Cerabone group was significantly higher compared to the Bio-Oss group, with significant differences in trabecular thickness (p = 0.02) but not in trabecular number or separation. Conclusions: The study demonstrates that both xenografts are effective in promoting new bone formation in maxillary sinus grafting. However, Cerabone showed superior performance in terms of new bone formation and bone volume fraction, suggesting it may be a more effective option for maxillary sinus augmentation procedures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Vascular complications after kidney transplantation have been described and pseudoaneurysms represent a well-recognized vascular complication. Although the incidence of pseudoaneurysm is low, it may potentially cause graft loss or may even be fatal for the patients if it is not diagnosed and treated quickly. The authors report a case of renal artery pseudoaneurysm diagnosed two months posttransplantation with cadaveric graft, the treatment and literature data.