F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-12-06eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.159565.1
Kazuki Yatsuzuka, Jun Muto, Masamoto Murakami
{"title":"Comments about the comparative bulk RNA sequencing between palmoplantar pustulosis and dyshidrotic palmoplantar eczema.","authors":"Kazuki Yatsuzuka, Jun Muto, Masamoto Murakami","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.159565.1","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.159565.1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This correspondence discusses the recent findings by Straalen et al., highlighting molecular similarities and distinctions between palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) and dyshidrotic palmoplantar eczema (DPE). The study emphasizes shared proinflammatory pathways and T-cell-related gene upregulation while detailing unique features such as neutrophil involvement in PPP and lipid antigen processing in DPE. We elaborate on histopathological differences, especially intraepidermal vesicle formation in PPP linked to IL-1-mediated pathways and the absence of hyaluronan expression, contrasting with Th2 cytokines-driven spongiosis in DPE. By addressing IL-4, hyaluronan synthases, and keratinocyte adhesion molecules, this correspondence aims to deepen understanding of PPP and DPE pathophysiology.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"1494"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11729159/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142983256","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-12-06eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.150421.1
Zeynie Chekol Degu, Flimon Hadaro Hando
{"title":"Women's representation in higher leadership positions in Ethiopia in the last three decades since 1991.","authors":"Zeynie Chekol Degu, Flimon Hadaro Hando","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.150421.1","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.150421.1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Gender equality in decision-making positions is crucial to achieving the goals of good governance, peace, democracy, and inclusive/sustainable development. The major aim of this research article is to investigate the representation trend of women in higher decision-making positions over the last thirty years, since 1991. The federal three organs of government (law formulating, law enforcing, and law interpreting bodies) were the focus of this research. This research is a mixed type of research that inculcates both qualitative and quantitative data types. Secondary data sources from relevant government institutions were mostly used. The data was analyzed through content analysis of documents and presented via descriptive data presenting techniques. The research findings reveal that although women's representation in positions of decision-making has advanced considerably in recent years, the empirical data throughout the previous thirty years demonstrated the underrepresentation of women in higher leadership positions within the Ethiopian federal government. Furthermore, Women never held certain higher-level government leadership positions, such as the Prime Minister position, which seems to be forbidden for women. Women made up 23%, 19%, 19%, and 24% of the House of Peoples Representatives (HPR), the House of Federation (HoF), ministerial posts, and judicial bodies, respectively over the last three decades. Women are visibly underrepresented in the executive positions as compared to others. Thus, substantial policy and practical initiatives are needed to remove institutional, social, and economic barriers to boost women's advanced visibility in senior leadership roles.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"729"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11273078/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141787743","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-12-05eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.143506.2
Anthony Altieri, Grace V Visser, Matthew B Buechler
{"title":"Enter the Matrix: Fibroblast-immune cell interactions shape extracellular matrix deposition in health and disease.","authors":"Anthony Altieri, Grace V Visser, Matthew B Buechler","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.143506.2","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.143506.2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Fibroblasts, non-hematopoietic cells of mesenchymal origin, are tissue architects which regulate the topography of tissues, dictate tissue resident cell types, and drive fibrotic disease. Fibroblasts regulate the composition of the extracellular matrix (ECM), a 3-dimensional network of macromolecules that comprise the acellular milieu of tissues. Fibroblasts can directly and indirectly regulate immune responses by secreting ECM and ECM-bound molecules to shape tissue structure and influence organ function. In this review, we will highlight recent studies which elucidate the mechanisms by which fibroblast-derived ECM factors (e.g., collagens, fibrillar proteins) regulate ECM architecture and subsequent immune responses, with a focus on macrophages. As examples of fibroblast-derived ECM proteins, we examine Collagen Triple Helix Repeat Containing 1 (CTHRC1) and Transforming Growth Factor-β-inducible protein (TGFBI), also known as BIGH3. We address the need for investigation into how diverse fibroblast populations coordinate immune responses by modulating ECM, including the fibroblast-ECM-immune axis and the precise molecular mediators and pathways which regulate these processes. Finally, we will outline how novel research identifying key regulators of ECM deposition is critical for therapeutic development for fibrotic diseases and cancer.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"119"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11781523/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064729","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-12-05eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.158369.1
Abdulsalam Aleid, Saud Nayef Aldanyowi, Abdulmajeed Aljabr, Hasan Ali Abdullah Alaidarous, Zainab Aleid, Abdulaziz Alharthi, Mutlaq Alsubaie, Lama AlOraini, Abdulrahman Almoslem, Abbas Al Mutair
{"title":"Effect of preoperative hair removal vs. no removal on surgical site infections: a systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Abdulsalam Aleid, Saud Nayef Aldanyowi, Abdulmajeed Aljabr, Hasan Ali Abdullah Alaidarous, Zainab Aleid, Abdulaziz Alharthi, Mutlaq Alsubaie, Lama AlOraini, Abdulrahman Almoslem, Abbas Al Mutair","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.158369.1","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.158369.1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The practice of preoperative hair removal has been debated regarding its role in Surgical Site Infection (SSI) prevention. This study aimed to compare the different hair removing modalities and investigate the effect of preoperative hair removal on SSI rates.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted according to PRISMA guidelines. Three databases-PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library-were searched for relevant studies comparing preoperative hair removal to no hair removal. Studies eligible for inclusion were randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and cohort studies reporting SSI rates. Odds ratios, mean differences, and p-values were analyzed using a random effect model.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Seventeen studies involving 5,407 patients were included. No statistically significant difference in SSI rates was found between the hair removal and no removal groups (OR = 1.066, 95% CI 0.646-1.758, p = 0.803). When comparing clipping to no hair removal, there was no significant difference (OR = 0.967, 95% CI 0.642-1.455, p = 0.870). Razor shaving was associated with higher skin damage and slightly increased SSI risk compared to clipping but not statistically significant (OR = 0.749, 95% CI 0.346-1.623, p = 0.464). Depilatory creams, however, were favored over razor shaving (OR = 3.235, 95% CI 1.543-6.785, p = 0.002), as they were linked to less skin damage and easier application.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Preoperative hair removal does not significantly impact SSI rates. Clipping appears to be a safer alternative to shaving, while depilatory creams show promise as an effective, less damaging option.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"1487"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11729190/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142983258","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Case Report: Large mediastino-abdominal hydatid cyst extending through the Larrey's hiatus: A rare case report.","authors":"Houssem Messaoudi, Habib Bessrour, Mokhles Lajmi, Wafa Raghmoun, Wael Ferjaoui, Mohamed Bechir Khalifa, Saber Hachicha","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.159463.1","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.159463.1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The extension of hydatid liver cysts into the mediastinum through diaphragmatic hiatus is extremely rare. In this report, we describe a rare case of a hydatid liver cyst with mediastinal extension through Larrey's hiatus, emphasizing the surgical strategy for successful treatment.In this report, we present the first documented case of a hydatid liver cyst extending into the mediastinum through Larrey's hiatus.</p><p><strong>Case presentation: </strong>We report the case of a 65-year-old male who presented with right-upper-quadrant and left-sided chest pain evolving for two months. Physical examination showed dullnes in the epigastric region. A thoraco-abdominal CT scan, revealed a 13 cm mediastino-abdominal hydatid cyst, centered on the left liver lobe with extension into the mediastinum through the Larray's diaphragmatic hiatus. The patient underwent surgical management. Both thoracic and visceral surgeons were involved. The surgical management involved both thoracic and visceral surgeons. A Makuuchi incision allowed resection of the hydatid liver cyst. The mediastinal portion of the cyst, resting on the pericardium was aspirated through Larrey's hiatus, followed by irrigation with a scolicidal solution. The postoperative course was uneventful.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Transmediastinal hydatid liver cysts are rare and should be operated on in close collaboration between visceral and thoracic surgeons to prevent complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"1484"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11803381/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143381677","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-12-05eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.144019.2
Debika Layek, Navin Kumar Koodamara
{"title":"Impact of contingent rewards and punishments on employee performance: the interplay of employee engagement.","authors":"Debika Layek, Navin Kumar Koodamara","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.144019.2","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.144019.2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This paper investigated the connection between transactional leadership styles, contingent rewards, punishments, and employee performance while emphasizing employee engagement's mediating role. Existing research has predominantly focused on isolated associations between contingent rewards, punishment, and employee performance, leaving gaps in the empirical exploration of these mediating mechanisms. To address this research gap, our study has introduced a conceptual framework to understand the multifaceted connection between contingent rewards, punishment, and their effects on employee performance, with a specific emphasis on the mediating function of employee engagement.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We involved 273 full-time non-clinical healthcare professionals employed in NABH-accredited hospitals in Jharkhand, India. A structured survey instrument was employed for data collection from the specific survey participants, with the investigation of the research hypotheses conducted through the application of partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Preliminary findings suggested that contingent rewards and punishment do not directly influence employee performance. Instead, our study highlighted the critical mediating role of employee engagement, particularly its dimensions of Vigor, absorption, and dedication.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This research has underscored rewards and punishments as essential tools for influencing employee behaviour, motivation, and performance. Employee engagement, as a multifaceted construct, not only benefits individual employees but also significantly impacts overall organizational performance and success.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"102"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11635189/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142817724","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unveiling the fibrotic puzzle of endometriosis: An overlooked concern calling for prompt action.","authors":"Megha M Anchan, Guruprasad Kalthur, Ratul Datta, Kabita Majumdar, Karthikeyan P, Rahul Dutta","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.152368.3","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.152368.3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Endometriosis is a benign, estrogen-dependent, persistent chronic inflammatory heterogeneous condition that features fibrotic adhesions caused by periodic bleeding. The characteristic ectopic lesions are marked by a widely spread dense fibrotic interstitium comprising of fibroblasts, myofibroblasts, collagen fibers, extracellular proteins, inflammatory cells, and active angiogenesis. Fibrosis is now recognized as a critical component of endometriosis because of which current treatments, such as hormonal therapy and surgical excision of lesions are largely ineffective with severe side effects, high recurrence rates, and significant morbidity. The symptoms include dysmenorrhea (cyclic or noncyclic), dyspareunia, abdominal discomfort, and infertility. The significant lack of knowledge regarding the underlying root causes, etiology, and complex pathogenesis of this debilitating condition, hinders early diagnosis and implement effective therapeutic approaches with minimal side effects presenting substantial hurdles in endometriosis management. Emerging research offer a close relationship between endometriosis and fibrosis, which is believed to be tightly linked to pain, a primary contributor to the deterioration of the patient's quality of life. However, the underlying pathophysiological cellular and molecular signaling pathways behind endometriosis-associated fibrosis are poorly addressed. The available experimental disease models have tremendous challenges in reproducing the human characteristics of the disease limiting the treatment effectiveness. Future translational research on the topic has been hindered by the lack of an adequate fibrotic model of endometriosis emphasizing the necessity of etiological exploration. This review article focuses on recent developments in the field and highlight the necessity for novel fibrotic models for early diagnosis, a better understanding the disease's etiology and develop effective anti-fibrotic treatments. By addressing these knowledge gaps, we want to open fresh avenues for a thorough investigation and extended research in the field of endometriosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"721"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11635194/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142817726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-12-02eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.155381.2
Theodosios Saranteas, Eleni Poulogiannopoulou, Maria Riga, Konstantina Panagouli, Andreas Mavrogenis, Thomas Papadimos
{"title":"Coiling of echogenic perineural catheters with integral stylet: A proof-of-concept randomized control trial in a sciatic nerve block simulator and a pilot study in orthopaedic-trauma patients.","authors":"Theodosios Saranteas, Eleni Poulogiannopoulou, Maria Riga, Konstantina Panagouli, Andreas Mavrogenis, Thomas Papadimos","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.155381.2","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.155381.2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Backround/objectives: </strong>We investigated a technique that facilitates the coiling of a regular straight catheter (with integral stylet) behind the sciatic nerve in an ultrasound (US) regional anaesthesia simulator, and then applied our findings to a series of orthopedic-trauma patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted a randomized study of two methods of perineural catheter advancement in a sciatic nerve block Blue Phantom simulator. Two groups of twenty catheters each (method A and method B) were evaluated under real-time ultrasound imaging. The needle in-plane/nerve in-short-axis technique was applied. In method A the catheter was advanced beyond the needle tip with the integral stylet extending along its entire length; in method B the catheter was advanced after its integral stylet was retracted by 6 cm, thus providing flexibility to the catheter's distal end. Additionally, to assess the procedural effectiveness of method B coiling technique, a pilot study was conducted examining 25 perineural catheters coiled underneath the sciatic nerve in trauma-orthopaedic patients to document any catheter tip displacement from their initial position (for 36 hours postoperatively).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In the simulation study, method B led to a significantly higher percentage (18/20:90%) of coiled catheters than method A (3/20:15%). Two coiled catheters of method B were found kinked/obstructed. In our patients, after catheter insertion, the distal end of 2/25 (8%) coiled catheters was obstructed. One perineural catheter was dislodged. For the remaining 22 (88%) catheters, ultrasound imaging demonstrated that local anaesthetic infusion made contact with the sciatic nerve, indicating no displacement of the catheter's distal end postoperatively.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Regular straight perineural catheters can be coiled if their integral stylet is partially retracted. This coiling method offers extra catheter length adjacent to the nerve structure which potentially mitigates catheter tip displacement.</p><p><strong>Trial registration: </strong>clinicaltrials.gov, registration No: NCT06568510, 23/08/2024, registration URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06568510?intr=coiling%20of%20echogenic%20sciatic%20nerve&rank=1#study-overview.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"1103"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11617819/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142785026","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-11-27eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.157439.1
Mercy Mulaku, Eddy Johnson Owino, Eleanor Ochodo, Taryn Young
{"title":"Interventions and implementation considerations for reducing pre-treatment loss to follow-up in adults with pulmonary tuberculosis: A scoping review.","authors":"Mercy Mulaku, Eddy Johnson Owino, Eleanor Ochodo, Taryn Young","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.157439.1","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.157439.1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Tuberculosis (TB) is a leading cause of death worldwide with over 90% of reported cases occurring in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Pre-treatment loss to follow-up (PTLFU) is a key contributor to TB mortality and infection transmission.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>We performed a scoping review to map available evidence on interventions to reduce PTLFU in adults with pulmonary TB, identify gaps in existing knowledge, and develop a conceptual framework to guide intervention implementation.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We searched eight electronic databases up to February 6 2024, medRxiv for pre-prints, and reference lists of included studies. Two review authors independently selected studies and extracted data using a predesigned form. We analysed data descriptively, presented findings in a narrative summary and developed a conceptual framework based on the Practical, Robust Implementation, and Sustainability Model to map the factors for effective intervention implementation.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>We reviewed 1262 records and included 17 studies. Most studies were randomized controlled trials (8/17, 47%). Intervention barriers included stigma and inadequate resources; enablers included mobile phones and TB testing and results on the same day. We identified eight interventions that reduced PTLFU: treatment support groups; mobile notifications; community health workers; integrated HIV/TB services; Xpert MTB/RIF as the initial diagnostic test; computer-aided detection with chest radiography screening; active linkage to care; and multi-component strategies.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Given the variation of healthcare settings, TB programs should consider contextual factors such as user acceptability, political commitment, resources, and infrastructure before adopting an intervention. Future research should utilize qualitative study designs, be people-centred, and include social and economic factors affecting PTLFU.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"1436"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11733733/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143002843","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F1000ResearchPub Date : 2024-11-27eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.152489.2
Adish G Joshi, Dhiren Punja, Rohini Punja
{"title":"Can indoor plants reduce formaldehyde levels in the anatomy dissection hall? A study to evaluate the practicality of using plants in reducing formaldehyde levels.","authors":"Adish G Joshi, Dhiren Punja, Rohini Punja","doi":"10.12688/f1000research.152489.2","DOIUrl":"10.12688/f1000research.152489.2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Formaldehyde a commonly used embalming fluid for the preservation of cadavers, produces numerous short and long-term side effects on the students and staff working with it. Indoor plants have been shown to reduce atmospheric formaldehyde levels. The purpose of the study was to compare the efficacy of indoor plants in reducing formaldehyde levels in ambient air to levels deemed safe by WHO standards.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The study was conducted in the storage room of the Anatomical dissection hall. 7 potted plants of one variety were kept in the storage room for 14 days and the Formaldehyde reading was measured using a VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) monitor. Then the same was done with no plant. This cycle was repeated 2 more times, with two different plant species. The three spieces of plants used for this study were as follows: <i>Dracaena trifasciata</i>, <i>Epipremnum aureum</i>, <i>Spathiphyllum.</i></p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results were analysed and compared and it was determined that the effect of having a plant present versus having no plant present on the Formaldehyde concentration in the air was inconclusive as <i>Dracaena trifasciata</i> failed to reject the null hypothesis altogether (p-value>0.05), while <i>Epipremnum aureum</i> and <i>Spathiphyllum</i> rejected the null hypothesis (p-value<0.05), however they both had a weak positive correlation with formaldehyde concentration.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The efficacy of indoor plants in reducing formaldehyde levels in ambient air needs to be further explored and validated since all the prior studies conducted were in controlled environment and should be done in a real time scenario for its practical and beneficial uses.</p>","PeriodicalId":12260,"journal":{"name":"F1000Research","volume":"13 ","pages":"1249"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11803571/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143382148","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}