This study investigated the hybrid effects of micro-steel (MS) and basalt fibers (BF) on the physico- mechanical properties and durability of mortars with and without silica fume (SF).Three groups of mixtures containing SF contents of 0%, 10 % and 20 % as cement replacement were produced with the Caffeine inclusion of 0.25 %, 0.5 and 0.75 % steel f
Prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is SKIRTS increasing worldwide principally among the elderly population many of whom will eventually need renal replacement therapy.The relationship between frailty and CKD in the elderly population has been recognized.However, studies concentrating on frailty in pre-dialysis patients are limited.CKD predi
IntroductionPesticides pose a risk for cancer development and progression.People are continuously exposed to such substances by several routes, including daily intake of contaminated food and water, especially in countries that are highly pesticide consumers and have very permissive legislation about pesticide contamination as Brazil.This work inve
Femoral component sizing and positioning is an essential component of performing Half Zip a successful total knee arthroplasty.Failure to size or position the femoral component correctly can result in reduced range of motion, instability, soft-tissue impingement, and irritation.The following is a description of a novel technique that allows the sur