Publications by authors named "J L Demetriou"
Only five species of the genus Temnothorax Mayr, 1861 have been reported from Cyprus, hitherto. Based on material surveys, the presence of 12 species is reported. Eight of them are described as new to science: T.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSituated in the Eastern Mediterranean, the island of Cyprus is a biodiversity hotspot hosting an important number of endemic species. In recent years, its myrmecofauna has been increasingly enriched with the detection of both new alien and native species as well as the description of new endemic taxa. Nevertheless, earlier reports of dubious taxa remaining in scientific literature constitute an impediment towards the study of the island's biodiversity.
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- A study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of an adhesive gelatin sponge and a plain collagen sponge for stopping bleeding during liver surgery in dogs.
- The results showed that after using the sponges, fewer dogs in the adhesive gelatin group experienced bleeding compared to those using the plain collagen sponge, and the gelatin sponge adhered better without dislodging during surgery.
- The study concluded that the adhesive gelatin sponge is a more effective option for managing liver bleeding in surgical procedures.
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- Biodiversity data platforms gather crucial information on native and alien species to support conservation efforts globally.
- Chalcid wasps, a highly diverse group of insects, serve as effective biological control agents but are under-researched in Cyprus, with many species likely undiscovered.
- A new online platform, "Chalcid wasps of Cyprus," aims to raise awareness, provide detailed data, and promote conservation for these important insects.
Objective: To assess the use of adrenaline (0.00198%) in a bilateral maxillary nerve block to reduce intraoperative hemorrhage in dogs undergoing staphylectomy for the treatment of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS).
Study Design: Prospective, randomized, double-blinded controlled study.