Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Radiologische Differentialdiagnose fibrosierender diffuser parenchymatöser Lungenerkrankungen

Radiologic differential diagnosis of diffuse parenchymal lung diseases. The term "diffuse parenchymal lung diseases" (DPLD) comprises a group of more than 200 diseases of the lung that may arise from the lung parenchy- ma, the pulmonary interstitium, or the pulmonary vessels. Based on the etiology of the diseases, DPLDs are divided into DPLD with known etiol- ogies, idiopathic DPLDs, granulomatous DPLDs, and other DPLDs. Exact analysis of the CT pattern plays a major role in the narrowing of differential diagnosis of patients with DPLDs. Some patterns do have a very high positive predictive value, and thus, histologic confi rmation is unnecessary. In other cases, CT is able to exclude certain diseas- es or narrows the differential diagnosis to spe- cifi c entities. High-quality thin-section CT scans ( 1,5 mm) and an experienced radiologist are prerequisites for a conclusive CT diagnosis. Mul- tidisciplinary discussions of DPLD cases with pul- monologists, radiologists, and pathologists help to increase the diagnostic accuracy even further. In this article, CT patterns of the most signifi cant fi brosing DPLDs will be discussed. J Pneumolo- gie 2015; 3 (1): 24-7.
Phosphorus and phosphate metabolism in veterinary patients

Objective: To review phosphorus and phosphate metabolism and the importance of phosphate abnormalities in veterinary patients. Data sources: A review of recent human and veterinary medical literature. Human data synthesis: There is a significant amount of original research on human patients with phosphate abnormalities. Hypophosphatemia has been studied in patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), head trauma, refeeding syndrome, hypothermia and in ventilator patients that fail to wean. Hyperphosphatemia has been studied in patients with renal failure and malignancy. Phosphate levels have also been evaluated for prognostic value in sepsis and acute liver failure. Veterinary data synthesis: Although animal models were used in early experimental research, fewer studies have been published on the effects of phosphate abnormalities in veterinary patients. Hypophosphatemia has been studied in animals with DKA, with refeeding syndrome and with hyperparathyroidism. Hyperphosphatemia has been studied in animals with renal failure and with secondary hypoparathyroidism. Conclusion: Phosphorus and phosphate are important in many biological functions. This paper is a review of their role in normal metabolism and the clinical importance of phosphate imbalances for our emergency and critical care patients.
Vincristine, dactinomycin, cyclophosphamide (VAC) versus VAC/V plus irinotecan (VI) for intermediate-risk rhabdomyosarcoma (IRRMS): A report from the Children’s Oncology Group Soft Tissue Sarcoma Committee.

10004 Background: The long-term event free survival (EFS) for IRRMS is 65%. Since VI had significant activity in metastatic and recurrent RMS, we tested whether adding VI to VAC would improve EFS for IRRMS. Methods: Patients (pts) with alveolar (A)RMS or incompletely resected (Group III) embryonal (E)RMS arising in an unfavorable primary site (Stage 2/3), both without distant metastases, < 50 years, and adequate organ function were eligible to be randomized to 42 weeks of VAC (V=1.5 mg/m2, A=0.045 mg/kg, C=1.2 g/m2 every 3 weeks) vs VAC/VI (I=50 mg/m2/day x 5 days) intravenously; doses were adjusted for children < 3 years; radiation therapy (36-50.4 Gy) was started at week 4, with individualized local control for children < 2 years allowed. The primary study endpoint was EFS. The study was designed with 80% power (5% 1-sided alpha level) to detect an increase in 5 yr EFS from 65% to 76%, a relative risk of 0.64. Results: 481 pts were entered between 12/2006-12/2012, with 461 confirmed eligible. Clinical f.
Impact of a Health Literacy Training Course on Community Pharmacists’ Health Literacy Knowledge and Attitudes

Background: According to the 2003 US Department of Education National Assessment of Adult Literacy, 36% of Americans have basic or below basic health literacy. Low health literacy has been shown to lead to worse health outcomes, higher overall medical costs, and patient and provider frustration. Objective: The objectives of this study were to assess the impact of a health literacy training course on community pharmacists’ health literacy knowledge and attitudes toward working with patients with low health literacy and to identify community pharmacists’ perspectives on the usefulness of the training course. Methods: An approximately 2-hour health literacy training course was developed, aimed at increasing pharmacists’ health literacy knowledge and providing methods to identify and communicate with patients with low health literacy. Pharmacists employed by a supermarket chain community pharmacy were asked to participate and complete an anonymous pre-survey and post-survey, consisting of knowledge-based questions (multiple choice and true/false format) and an attitude assessment (5-point Likert-type scale format). Demographic information was collected, and a course evaluation was included. Results: Forty-four of the 45 pharmacists who were asked to participate in the research study participated (98%). After participating in the health literacy training course, pharmacists’ average test scores on knowledge-based questions increased (69.89% vs 83.75%; P < .001), and their confidence and comfort levels toward working with patients with low health literacy in 5 specified areas improved. The majority of participating pharmacists felt that the training course provided them with helpful resources and communication methods and that it was useful to their practice setting. Conclusion: Educating community pharmacists about health literacy and about methods to improve their communication skills with patients with low health literacy could improve pharmacists’ ability to provide clinical services to such patients.
Parametric feature-based voice recognition system using artificial neural network

A speaker identification experiment was conducted using an artificial neural network. The speech data were collected from nine different speakers saying the same word, "hello". The speech data were then preprocessed for signal conditioning. Fourteen feature parameters were obtained: 12 of them are the coefficients of the 12/sup th/ order linear predictor (LPC); and the other two were selected as the peak and bandwidth of the spectral envelope. These 14 feature parameters then served as the inputs to the neural network for speaker classification. A standard two-layer feedforward neural network was trained to identify different feature sets associated with the corresponding speakers. The network size was selected to be 14-8-4 (14 input, 8 hidden, and 4 output units). Nine utterances from each speaker were used as training data, and the other one served as testing data. The results showed that the trained network can correctly identify the speakers to an accuracy of 90%. The success rate could be increased by increasing the number of utterances per speaker. <<ETX>>
Prognostic Value of EGFR and TGF‐α in Early Laryngeal Cancer Treated With Radiotherapy

The purpose of this study was to determine the overexpression of both epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and transforming growth factoralpha(TGF‐α) (a ligand of EGFR) in early laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma. In addition, we attempted to evaluate the prognostic values of our findings.
Quantitative MRI in Cancer

All interested medical physicists are encouraged to have their names added to a list of available reviewers. Please rank your interest among radiation therapy, x-ray, imaging, nuclear medicine imaging, ultrasound imaging, MR imaging, radiation injury, radiation protection, and others. Make your interest known to Dimitris Mihailidis, Ph.D., Books Review Editor (dimitris@charlestonradiation.com). Include your name and e-mail address in the body of the response.
Herpes zoster neuritis involving superior and inferior parts of the vestibular nerve causes ocular tilt reaction

A 43-year-old woman presented with peripheral facial nerve palsy, rotational vertigo, and hearing loss due to herpes zoster neuritis of the right seventh and eighth cranial nerves. Neuro-ophthalmologic examination showed a horizontal rotatory spontaneous nystagmus (fast phase) to the left and an ocular tilt reaction (OTR) to the right, a pattern of head tilt, skew deviation, ocular torsion, and tilt of perceived vertical. Ocular torsion was binocular but asymmetric with a predominant intorsion of the contralateral hypertropic eye (17° vs 7°). Since a complete OTR is rare in peripheral, but common in central vestibular disorders, involvement of the vestibular nucleus (due to a zoster meningoencephalitis) was first assumed. However, MRI scan (T1-weighted 2D-FLASH sequence) revealed contrast enhancement in both parts (pars superior and inferior) of the right vestibular nerve due to viral inflammation. The following conclusions can be drawn from the correlation of the neuro-ophthalmologic syndrome and MRI fin.
New AB 2 Multiplier over GF(2 m ) using Cellular Automata.

AB multiplication over GF(2) is an essential operation in modular exponentiation, which is the basic computation for most public key crypto systems. The current paper presents a new architecture that can perform AB multiplication over GF(2) in m clock cycles using a cellular automata. Since cellular automata architecture is simple, regular, modular, and cascadable, it can be utilized efficiently for the implementation of VLSI.
Telephone-delivered group CBT for anxiety: Experiences of group members

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for common mental health problems is increasingly being delivered by telephone, over the internet and via guided self-help. This thesis examines telephone-delivered interventions for anxiety and depression and is presented in three parts. Part I is a literature review of the effectiveness of telephone interventions for anxiety and depression. Sixteen studies met criteria for the review. Overall, study quality was good and there was reasonable evidence that telephone interventions show promise in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Further research is required to determine the characteristics of people who find telephone-delivered interventions beneficial. Part II presents the findings from a qualitative study of recipients’ experiences of a 14-week telephone-delivered CBT group for anxiety disorders. Seventeen people completed a telephone interview. Interview transcripts were analysed using the ‘framework’ approach and yielded 10 themes organised into three domains. There were therapeutic benefits from taking part in the groups, even in the absence of symptom change. However, a number of barriers and challenges (e.g. difficulties in connecting with others over the telephone) sometimes prevented people from making full use of the groups. Further research is needed to understand the impact of delivering group CBT by telephone, in order to guide the delivery of similar low-intensity interventions for anxiety. Part III is a reflection on the research process and focuses on the impact of using the telephone for semi-structured interviews, the advantages and challenges of conducting research with external organisations, and the implications for the delivery of low-intensity interventions.
Comparison of two approaches when teaching object-orientated programming to novices

It has been stated several times in the literature that novice students must grasp object-orientated concepts immediately as the fundamental knowledge for programming using Java. Also, that introducing students to programming using the simpler procedural concepts early only compounds the difficulty of teaching object-orientated programming, as the need to always use some aspect of object-based code in Java cannot be avoided. Attempting to disguise this eventually causes frustration and confusion, even for good students. This paper presents the results of a comparison that evaluates, using a pre-test–post-test control group design, two approaches to teaching Java, where one approach uses objects first and the other uses a procedural followed by an objects approach. The results of the empirical study indicate that the students, who were first year engineers, using the objects first approach do indeed gain a better understanding of programming. This finding is supported by information gathered from a debriefing questionnaire, where the objects first approach was rated as easier for acquiring Java programming knowledge and skills.
Editorial: Advanced learning technologies

Recent rapid development of advanced information technology brings high expectations of its potential to improvement and innovations in learning. This special issue is devoted to using some of the emerging technologies issues related to the topic of education and knowledge sharing, involving several cutting edge research outcomes from recent advancement of learning technologies. Advanced learning technologies are the composition of various related technologies and concepts such as mobile technologies and social media towards learner centered learning. This editorial note provides an overview of relevant issues discussed in this special issue. https://doi.org/10.34105/j.kmel. 2012.04. 001
FROM A RULE-BASED MODEL TO A CONSTRAINT-BASED MODEL

In the late 1950us, Noam Chomsky and Moris Halle broke new ground by introducing the Generative School of Phonology. This school beleives that phonological structure echoes the linguistic competence of the speakers of particular langauges. Speakers are able to compute a phonetic representation for the infinite number of sentences generated by the grammar. Generative phonology consists of five crucial components-levels of phonological representation (underlying form and surface form), phonological rules, derivations, distinctive features, and linearity. In this paper, two generative phonological models are examined. Even though a constraint-based model or Optimality Theory (OT) can solve the duplication problem, a rule-based model still exists for some reasons. This study does not intend to identify which model is the better between the two. Rather, both models account for phonological alternations in differnt ways. Key words : phonology, Optimality Theory, rules-based model, phonological alternations, English plural suffixes
Angioplastía y stenting carotideo: serie clínica en Clínica Las Condes

En este articulo se describe una serie clinica de angioplastia y stenting carotideo con sistema de proteccion distal para el tratamiento de la estenosis significativa del bulbo carotideo en Clinica Las Condes. El analisis de trabajos clinicos multicentricos, junto a nuestros resultados, permite concluir que la angioplastia y stenting carotideo es una alternativa valida y de bajo riesgo para el tratamiento de la estenosis carotidea significativa. In this article we describe a case series of carotid angioplasty and stenting with distal protection technique for the treatment of significant carotid bulb stenosis in Clinica Las Condes. The results of past clinical trials, and our case series allow us to conclude that carotid angioplasty and stenting is a valid alternative therapy with low risks associated, for the treatment of significant carotid stenosis.
Robust second order sliding mode control for a permanent magnet synchronous motor

This paper deals with the robust control problem of a permanent magnet (PM) synchronous motor subjected to parameters uncertainties and load disturbance. The mathematical model of the motor is expressed in the (d, q) frame. The control strategy is based on a multi-input multi-output (MIMO) second order sliding mode approach. Under an assumption on the choice of controller gains, it is proved that the control law converges in spite of the parameters uncertainties and the outputs coupling. Implementation results on an experimental set-up are given in the framework of an industrial benchmark.
A Dynamic Spectrum Access Algorithm Based on Probability Density Estimation in Cognitive Radio

A dynamic spectrum access algorithm based on probability density estimation is proposed to estimate the probability density of spectrum idle duration with support vector machines and evaluate the channel states,and cognitive radio users access the channel according to the states.This practicable and flexible algorithm can be adjusted adaptively.Simulation shows that the proposed algorithm significantly reduces disruptions to primary users and improves the throughout as well as the quality of service of cognitive radio users.
Le suivi de la maladie de Gaucher : une approche pluridisciplinaire

L’activite enzymatique de la glucosylcerebrosidase lysosomale macrophagique est indispensable a la degradation du glucosylceramide, composant essentiel des membranes biologiques des globules rouges. Le deficit constitutionnel aboutit a une surcharge chronique glycolipidique du macrophage morphologiquement reconnaissable sous forme de cellule de Gaucher. L’accumulation de macrophages medullaires a demi-vie longue induit des lesions osseuses ischemiques : ischemie medullaire asymptomatique, ischemie osseuse douloureuse a type d’osteonecrose ou d’infarctus. Le profil cytokinique de macrophage active provoque osteopenie et osteoporose, via l’activation osteoclastique. Toutes ces lesions osseuses sont propices a une atteinte a la qualite de vie. Les macrophages actives, CCL18+, secreteurs de chitotriosidase activent le lymphocyte B, avec possible immunoglobuline monoclonale (15 %). La prevalence du myelome multiple y est augmentee. L’enzymotherapie substitutive par imiglucerase, la forme recombinante de la glucocerebrosidase, a radicalement modifie la prise en charge de la maladie de Gaucher severe et de ses complications. Le traitement se donne pour buts la resolution des symptomes, l’amelioration de la qualite de vie et la prevention de lesions tissulaires qui seraient irreversibles.
Hardiness: A Comparative Study of Employed and Unemployed Married Women in Iran

Objective: Paid employment has become increasingly very important in the lives of women, as the rapid social changes in different classes of the Iranian Society affects roles and positions of women with great changes at a rapid pace. Hardiness as a predicting factor for mental health is selected in this study to evaluation the effects of employment on the women. Method: 250 employed married and 250 unemployed married women were selected by stratified convenience sampling. Subjects aged 24–41 years; were from the lower, middle, and upper socioeconomic status groups; with a level of education of 102 grades and higher; and had at least one school-going child. The Personal View Survey (PVS), was used to collect data. Results: The results showed that Professional employed married women scored significantly higher on hardiness and three of its dimensions (commitment, control, and challenge) than the unemployed. Among employed married women, professionals scored significantly higher on hardiness and the control dimension l than non-professionals. Professional and non-professional employed women did not differ significantly on commitment and challenge. Non-professional employed and unemployed women did not differ significantly on the scores of hardiness. Conclusion: Paid employment increases hardiness in the professional, employed women. Status of work is an important factor for creation of positive effects of working in women.
The potential of optical coherence tomography for intravascular imaging of chronic total occlusions.

This thesis presents the first work, to our knowledge, to evaluate the potential of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) as an intravascular imaging modality to characterize and guide interventions on chronic total occlusions (CTOs) in arteries. An ex vivo imaging study using OCT is presented that characterizes various pathologies associated with peripheral CTOs and illustrates the ability to differentiate between the vessel wall and the occluded lumen. We also found that, while OCT could image approximately 1mm through tissue, it was effective for imaging deeper through clarified microchannels seen within the occluded lumen. While others had reported observing such microchannels within the lumen before, little was known about the global architecture of these channels. This motivated a study of the global morphology of microchannels in occlusions using micro computed tomography (microCT). In this microCT study, we found that microchannels within the occluded lumen of the artery appeared to be continuous over several millimeters. However, these channels also exited the artery frequently, suggesting the need for some form of imaging guidance. As a potential intravascular imaging set-up,
La vaccination anti-HPV contre le cancer du col utérin

Le but de cette revue est de fournir un regard nouveau sur les infections a HPV (Human Papilloma Virus), leur evolution spontanee, et leurs consequences sur la transformation des tissus cibles. L'infection par HPV est souvent une infection transitoire et spontanement reversible. Lorsque cette infection persiste, les Papilloma Virus de haut risque (HPV HR) peuvent causer la transformation maligne de differents tissus. La vaccination preventive a deja demontre une efficacite remarquable contre le developpement de certaines affections liees aux HPV dans la region anogenitale (dysplasies vulvaires et cervicales, condylomes acumines). La vaccination therapeutique est egalement en cours de developpement pour guerir les lesions preexistantes a HPV. De nouveaux protocoles de depistage sont developpes au depart de ces experiences. Les vaccinations a la fois prophylactiques et therapeutiques contre les virus HPV vont changer dans les prochaines annees notre approche de la prevention et du traitement des maladies liees a l'HPV. La vaccination de masse des adolescentes devrait reduire la prevalence de ces affections relativement morbides.
Intensive insulin therapy for the critically ill patients with stress hyperglycemia

Objective To observe the effect of intensive insulin therapy on the critically ill patients with stress hyperglycemia in ICU.Methods One hundred and ten critically ill patients in ICU were randomly divided into two groups,the intensive insulin therapy group(n=55) and control group(n=55). The blood glucose in the intensive insulin therapy group was controlled at 4.4 to 6.1 mmol/L,and the blood glucose in control group was controlled at 10.0 to 11.1 mmol/L.The two groups were observed and compared the days in the ICU,the numbers of patients requiring mechanical ventilation,the days of mechanical ventilation,the incidences of infection in hospital,the days of using antibiotics,Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation Ⅱ score of the last day in ICU,the morbidity of multiple organ failure,the morbidity of hypoglycemia and mortality.Results All the above indices except morbidity of hypoglycemia were significantly lower in the intensive insulin therapy group than those in control group(P0.05 or P0.01). Conclusion Intensive insulin therapy and keeping blood glucose at 4.4 to 6.1 mmol/L can improve the clinical curative effect and reduce the mortality for the critically ill patients with stress hyperglycemia,