Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Deep vein thrombosis after insertion of a central venous catheter: a case report

A male patient aged 50 years, presented with a swelling in the right leg which had occurred five days before hospital admission. This was associated with pain in the swollen leg. The patient had a history of femoral double lumen catheter (DLC) insertion for hemodialysis. On physical examination, Wong Baker's scale was 3, Wells' score was 3, and the patient had edematous, red, and warm right lower extremity. Laboratory results showed anemia (Hb 11.4 g/dl), leukocytosis (27.99 x 103/ul), increased blood urea nitrogen (BUN) (60 mg/dl), increased serum creatinine (9.93 mg/dl), hyperkalemia (6 mmol/l), urine leukocytes +3; 15-20/hpf. Lower extremity ultrasound revealed diffuse deep vein thrombosis (DVT). After the diagnosis of DVT, the patient was treated with fondaparinux injection and warfarin as an anticoagulant for six days. Our results show that treatment was effective in reducing swelling and pain in the right leg, that disappeared after a three months´ treatment.
Airborne measurements of directional reflectivity over the Arctic marginal sea ice zone

Abstract. The directional reflection of solar radiation by the Arctic Ocean is mainly shaped by two dominating surface types: sea ice (often snow-covered) and open ocean (ice-free). In the transitional zone between them, the marginal sea ice zone (MIZ), the surface reflection properties are determined by a mixture of the reflectance of both surface types. Retrieval methods applied over the MIZ need to take into account the mixed directional reflectivity; otherwise uncertainties in the retrieved atmospheric parameters over the MIZ may occur. To quantify these uncertainties, respective measurements of reflection properties of the MIZ are needed. Therefore, in this case study, an averaged hemispherical–directional reflectance factor (HDRF) of the inhomogeneous surface (mixture of sea ice and open ocean) in the MIZ is derived using airborne measurements collected with a digital fish-eye camera during a 20 min low-level flight leg in cloud-free conditions. For this purpose, a sea ice mask was developed to separate the reflectivity measurements from sea ice and open ocean and to derive separate HDRFs of the individual surface types. The respective results were compared with simulations and independent measurements available from the literature. It is shown that the open-ocean HDRF in the MIZ differs from homogeneous ocean surfaces due to wave attenuation. Using individual HDRFs of both surface types and the sea ice fraction, the mixed HDRF describing the directional reflectivity of the inhomogeneous surface of the MIZ was retrieved by a linear weighting procedure. Accounting for the wave attenuation, good agreement between the average measured HDRF and the constructed HDRF of the MIZ was found for the presented case study.
A Systematic Compilation Study on Digitalization in Language Education*

In this study, research on the use of digital tools in language education was classified according to the determined categories (method, purpose of the study, research group, sample size, data collection tool, data analysis method) and it was aimed to determine the effect of digital tools on students' acquisition of language skills. In the study, in which the systematic compilation method was used, a literature review was made first, and a total of 146 studies, 64 of which were articles and 82 theses, were reached. 146 studies; method, purpose, research group, sample size, data collection tool and data analysis method. In the review, a significant part of the studies examining the effect of digital tools on language acquisition were carried out in foreign language education (81.63%), the most quantitative research method (60.95%) was used, the majority of the studies aimed to provide information about the integration of digital tools into language education (18.24%). It is seen that the sample is between 50-100 people (53.53%), the sample is mostly selected from university students (64.64%), the most tests (53.90%) are used as the data collection tool, and the t-test (65.04%) is used the most as the data analysis method. In order to determine the effect of digital tools on individuals' acquisition of language skills, a meta-analysis was conducted with 26 data in mother tongue education, 52 data in foreign language education, and 74 data in language education. The effect of digitalization on foreign language education is large (0.80), its effect on mother tongue education is moderate (0.46), and its
Development of Perceived Family Support and Positive Mental Health in Junior High School Students: A Three-Year Longitudinal Study

The study aimed to explore the development trend of positive mental health and the interaction between adolescents’ perceived family support and positive mental health. A 3-year longitudinal survey of perceived family support and positive mental health (resilience and self-efficacy) for four waves was conducted with 564 junior high school students (297 girls, mean age = 11.12 ± 0.38 years at baseline). The Latent Growth Curve Modeling indicated that adolescents’ resilience and general self-efficacy showed a curve upward trend, which increased first and then decreased. The development rate decreased each year. The cross-lagged panel model and a random intercept cross-lagged panel model concluded that perceived family support was strongly associated with positive mental health of junior high school students. Family support was important for developing positive mental health in early adolescence. Therefore, attention and interventions targeting positive mental health changes in early adolescence are particularly effective. And, it is important to encourage parents of adolescents to continue to provide support and guidance.
Epidemiological, Clinical, Ultrasonographic and Cytological Characteristics of Thyroid Nodules in an Afro-Caribbean Population: A Series of 420 Patients

Simple Summary This study describes the epidemiological, clinical and ultrasound characteristics of malignancy in thyroid nodules and evaluates the value of cytology in the diagnosis of malignancy in an Afro-Caribbean population. Our results revealed that none of the standard ultrasound criteria of malignancy were significantly predictive of cancer, but hypoechogenicity and central vascularity were frequently found in malignant nodules. These results could increase awareness and guide practitioners in their diagnostic approach and management of thyroid nodules in Afro-Caribbean populations. Bethesda system-based cytology revealed low sensitivity in analyzing the risk of malignancy in this population. The high prevalence of papillary microcarcinomas may explain the inconclusive ultrasound and cytological results. Abstract The incidence of thyroid cancer is increasing worldwide. The aim of this study is to describe the epidemiological, clinical and ultrasound characteristics of malignancy in thyroid nodules and to evaluate the predictive value of the Bethesda system for thyroid cytology in the diagnosis of malignancy in an Afro-Caribbean population. We conducted a retrospective study in Martinique involving 420 patients with a diagnosis of thyroid nodules between 2011 and 2014. Of the 192/420 (45.7%) patients operated on for thyroid nodules, 9% had thyroid cancer. All patients with thyroid cancer were obese women with a mean age of 50 years. The final histological examination revealed papillary microcarcinomas in 61% of cases and papillary carcinomas in 39% of cases. Thyroid cytology alone had a low sensitivity (22.2%) and positive predictive value (15.4%) for the diagnosis of malignancy, with a good specificity (91.1%) and negative predictive value (94.2%). None of the standard ultrasound criteria of malignancy were significantly predictive of cancer, but hypoechogenicity and central vascularity were frequently found in malignant nodules. These epidemiological, clinical and ultrasound results could increase awareness and guide practitioners in their diagnostic approach and management of thyroid nodules in an Afro-Caribbean population. Bethesda system-based cytology revealed lower sensitivity in analyzing the risk of malignancy in this population. The high prevalence of papillary microcarcinomas may explain the inconclusive ultrasound and cytological results.
The Effect of Thyroid Eye Disease on Corneal Biomechanical Properties

Objectives: The aim of this study was to identify corneal biomechanical parameters measured by ORA in patients with TED compared to the healthy group. The NOSPECS classification of patients is used to assess the relation between biomechanical changes and disease severity. Methods: We included 22 TED patients, diagnosed with TED for more than five years, and 43 healthy participants. The NOSPECS classification was assessed as mild (grade 1-3) and severe (grade 4-6) disease. For each group, corneal hysteresis (CH), corneal resistance factor (CRF), central corneal thickness (CCT), Goldmann-correlated intraocular pressure (IOPg) and corneal compensated intraocular pressure (IOPcc) parameters were measured by ORA. Results: The mean age was 38.8±11.6 years for the TED patients and 42.9±15.58 years for the control group. For TED patients and healthy volunteers, the mean levels of CRF, CH, and CCT were measured as follows: 10.43±2.04 vs 10.28±1.91mmHg, p=0.67; 10.18±1.81 vs 10.21±1.68 mmHg, p=0.90; 550.31±35.73 vs 545.23±37.91 µm, p=0.47, respectively. These values were not significant between groups, but they were significantly higher in females compared to males in TED patients [CRF;10.68 (IQR: 9.49-12.14) vs 8.96 (IQR: 8.04-9.92) mmHg, p=0.002, CH; 10.43 (IQR: 9.48-11.25) vs 8.58 (IQR: 7.90-9.95) mmHg, p=0.003 and CCT; 554.25 (IQR: 536.05-579.52) vs 527.40 (IQR: 492.25-545.90) μm, p=0.014]. CRF values were negatively correlated with NOSPECS score (r=-0.317, p=0.036) and significantly higher CRF was observed in mild patients compared to severe disease (11.43 (IQR: 10.14-12.87) vs 9.46 (IQR: 8.75-10.28) mmHg, p=0.008). Conclusion: We found a significant gender effect on corneal biomechanical parameters of TED patients. CRF, CH and CCT values were significantly higher in females compared to males with TED. The clinical severity score of TED showed negative correlation with CRF. CRF value might be a useful parameter in follow-up of TED patients in clinical practice.
Employer attributes attracting engineering graduate job aspirants: insights from the Aspire model

ABSTRACT Employer attractiveness models need to include student-centric attributes related to the education-to-work transition. A four-factor Aspire model consisting of benefits, nature of work, employer value, and employer visibility was tested using structural equation modelling, with data collected from 2048 full-time college students from India over a period of five years. Behavioural insights were extracted using multivariate analysis of variance of Aspire factors across gender, programmes, course and graduating year. Prominent student-centric and employer-centric attributes that students find more attractive were identified. Institutional and recruiter strategies to enhance employer attractiveness among job aspirants are proposed. The limitations and scope for further work are also highlighted.
The state of knowledge of cadmium in New Zealand agricultural systems: 2021

ABSTRACT Cadmium (Cd) has accumulated in New Zealand agricultural systems, predominantly from the application of phosphorus (P) fertiliser to soils. Elevated Cd concentrations in soils are an important issue due to their potential adverse effects on food quality, soil health, land use flexibility, and the environment. This paper reports on our current knowledge of Cd in New Zealand agricultural systems, summarising published and unpublished research that has been undertaken over the last 30 years to better understand, improve, and manage the potential adverse effects of Cd in agricultural soils. We found the research has been wide ranging, investigating factors such as Cd uptake in plants and animals, the rate of Cd inputs, transformation and losses from soils, Cd bioavailability, the development of animal uptake and Cd mass-balance models, as well as identifying and testing strategies and remediation options to manage Cd accumulation in agricultural systems. This research is then placed alongside the policy and regulatory context for managing Cd in agricultural systems in New Zealand, including national Cd management strategies. Finally, key knowledge gaps are presented, along with some potential Cd research directions for the future.
The Role of Endometrial Stem/Progenitor Cells in Recurrent Reproductive Failure

Recurrent implantation failure (RIF) and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL), collectively referred to as recurrent reproductive failure (RRF), are both challenging conditions with many unanswered questions relating to causes and management options. Both conditions are proposed to be related to an aberrant endometrial microenvironment, with different proposed aetiologies related to a restrictive or permissive endometrium for an invading embryo. The impressive regenerative capacity of the human endometrium has been well-established and has led to the isolation and characterisation of several subtypes of endometrial stem/progenitor cells (eSPCs). eSPCs are known to be involved in the pathogenesis of endometrium-related disorders (such as endometriosis) and have been proposed to be implicated in the pathogenesis of RRF. This review appraises the current knowledge of eSPCs, and their involvement in RRF, highlighting the considerable unknown aspects in this field, and providing avenues for future research to facilitate much-needed advances in the diagnosis and management of millions of women suffering with RRF.
Pengembangan Kartu Dengan Teknologi 3D Augmented Reality Sebagai Media Visual Tematik Untuk Siswa Kelas VI SD

The 3D Augmented Reality card supports the science learning process at SDN 01 Watukosek. 3D Augmented Reality cards are designed to facilitate science subject matter, especially in helping visuals that are still conventional learning. 3D card with Augmented Reality technology is a technology that can be used independently or in groups that has the feature of being able to visualize the images contained on the card that is integrated with augmented reality to increase student motivation and curiosity. The purpose of this development is to produce learning media, and to find out the feasibility of the media being developed. This development model uses the Lee & Owens model. The results of the development of 3D Augmented Reality Card technology as a thematic visual media to explore outer space received a positive response by media experts and material experts and are suitable for use.
Feasibility and safety of endoscopic submucosal dissection for lesions in proximity to a colonic diverticulum

Background/Aims Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for diverticulum-associated colorectal lesions is generally contraindicated because of the high risk of perforation. Several studies on patients with such lesions treated with ESD have been reported recently. However, the feasibility and safety of ESD for lesions in proximity to a colonic diverticulum (D-ESD) have not been fully clarified. The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility and safety of D-ESD. Methods D-ESD was defined as ESD for lesions within approximately 3 mm of a diverticulum. Twenty-six consecutive patients who underwent D-ESD were included. Two strategic approaches were used depending on whether submucosal dissection of the diverticulum-related part was required (strategy B) or not (strategy A). Treatment outcomes and adverse events associated with each strategy were analyzed. Results The en bloc resection rate was 96.2%. The R0 and curative resection rates were 76.4% and 70.6% in strategy A and 88.9% and 77.8% in strategy B, respectively. Two cases of intraoperative perforation and one case of delayed perforation occurred. The delayed perforation case required emergency surgery, but the other cases were managed conservatively. Conclusions D-ESD may be a feasible treatment option. However, it should be performed in a high-volume center by expert hands because it requires highly skilled endoscopic techniques.
Reliability of acetabular index measurement in developmental dysplasia of the hip screening by orthopaedic trainees: a comparative study

Background: Radiographic measurements are used for screening of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in children. The ability to detect acetabular dysplasia requires validated radiographic outcome measures. The acetabular index (AI) measurement has been shown to be a reliable measure worldwide. This study aims to test the reliability of the AI measurement in a DDH screening population by orthopaedic junior and senior residents. Methods: The review examined 470 radiographs taken during 4 yr (2016-2019) in a university hospital. AI measurement was performed by two surgeons, four senior residents, and four junior residents at three different times. The intraobserver and interobserver reliability for each group was assessed. Results: The intraobserver reliability intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for the AI measurement performed by seniors was excellent at 0.98 (confidence interval [CI] 0.98 to 0.99) for the right side and 0.99 (CI 0.98 to 0.99) for left side. Indistinguishably, the ICC for AI measurement performed by orthopaedic juniors for right and left side was excellent at 0.96 (CI 0.95 to 0.97) and 0.95 (CI 0.95 to 0.96), respectively. The overall ICCs for interobserver reliability for the AI measurement between professors, seniors, and juniors for right and left side was between good and excellent at 0.89 (CI 0.87 to 0.90) and 0.89 (CI 0.87 to 0.91), respectively. Conclusions: Orthopaedic juniors are less reliable in terms of intraobserver and interobserver variability in detecting DDH in screening program in comparison with seniors using AI measurement in a pediatric orthopaedic clinic. Level of Evidence: Level III.
Resveratrol Decreases the Invasion Potential of Gastric Cancer Cells

The cancer-preventive agent Resveratrol (RSV) [3,5,4′-trihydroxytrans-stilbene] is a widely recognized antioxidant molecule with antitumoral potential against several types of cancers, including prostate, hepatic, breast, skin, colorectal, and pancreatic. Herein, we studied the effect of RSV on the cell viability and invasion potential of gastric cancer cells. AGS and MKN45 cells were treated with different doses of RSV (0–200 μM) for 24 h. Cell viability was determined using the Sulphorhodamine B dye (SRB) assay. For invasion assays, gastric cells were pre-treated with RSV (5–25 μM) for 24 h and then seeded in a Transwell chamber with coating Matrigel. The results obtained showed that RSV inhibited invasion potential in both cell lines. Moreover, to elucidate the mechanism implicated in this process, we analyzed the effects of RSV on SOD, heparanase, and NF-κB transcriptional activity. The results indicated that RSV increased SOD activity in a dose-dependent manner. Conversely, RSV significantly reduced the DNA-binding activity of NF-κB and the enzymatic activity of heparanase in similar conditions, which was determined using ELISA-like assays. In summary, these results show that RSV increases SOD activity but decreases NF-kB transcriptional activity and heparanase enzymatic activity, which correlates with the attenuation of invasion potential in gastric cancer cells. To our knowledge, no previous study has described the effect of RSV on heparanase activity. This article proposes that heparanase could be a key effector in the invasive events occurring during gastric cancer metastasis.
Vermicompost and its role in alleviation of salt stress in plants – I. Impact of vermicompost on growth and nutrient uptake of salt-stressed plants

Abstract Vermicompost is the solid excreta of earthworms, produced through the metabolism of organic matter under aerobic conditions. Thus, vermicompost is a product of bio-degradation, non-thermophilic process, of organic materials through interactions between microorganisms and earthworms. This odorless, light organic product of the vermicomposting process is rich in humus, large amounts of macro and microelements, large and active microbial biodiversity. Vermicompost improves soil health, enhances crop production, and improves soil physical properties such as texture, structure and tilth that determine the agronomical potential of a land. Soil physical properties largely influence penetration of plant roots, potential rooting volume, nutrient mobility and uptake, water availability, and aeration. Soil texture is also a key factor in affecting soil moisture contentand its chemical properties, such as cation exchange capacity. Therefore, application of vermicompost to sandy soils is very beneficial, as it helps increase the soil organic matter composition, which in turn aids in improving soil aeration, sustaining good soil aggregation, protecting against soil erosion, and increasing nutrient availability. Moreover, vermicompost also contains various plant nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, manganese, zinc, copper, and boron that improve the nutrient content of plants. There have been many studies on the application of various organic fertilizers to plants for alleviating the negative effects of salinity. Vermicompost has been shown to promote plant growth and salinity tolerance. Therefore, this review article will cover the contribution of vermicompost as a biological fertilizer and its effects on the growth, nutrient contents of the salt-stressed plants.
Population dynamics of safflower aphid, Uroleucon compositae (Theobald) as influenced by weather parameters

Field experiments were conducted during two consecutive rabi seasons of 2007-08 and 2008-09 at All India Co-ordinated Research Project on Safflower, Zonal Agricultural Research Station, Solapur, M. S. (India) with treatment comprising two varieties and the influencing abiotic factors viz., average minimum and maximum ambient temperature, relative humidity and rainfall. The results revealed that the safflower aphid (Uroleucon compositae Theob.) was active during 47th to 1st SMW on elongation and branching stages of safflower crop, but its appearance on crop totally depends upon prevailing climatic conditions. Low temperature and high humidity were conducive for the multiplication of this pest. Accordingly, aphid population attained a peak of 147.5 aphids/5 cm twig/plant in the 52nd SMW when the mean minimum and maximum temperatures, morning and evening relative humidity were 31.60, 11.40C, 71 and 28%, respectively. Thus, for the effective and efficient control of safflower aphid and producing higher seed yields, two sprayings of recommended 0.005% thiamethxam 25 WG or 0.004% acetamiprid 20 SP at ETL i. e. 40-45 DAS (46th to 47th SMW, min. temp. below 20oC) and second spray at 55-60 DAS (48th to 49th SMW, min. temp. around 15oC) are recommended particularly in the safflower growing scarcity zone of Maharashtra (India).