Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Periventricular hemorrhage in a developing world

This study examined the factors associated with the development of periventricular hemorrhage (PVH) in black low-birth weight ihfan1.s from a disadvantaged community. In addition, the use of drugs as a preventive strategy for the development of WH was addressed. A total of 177 babies weighing less than 1.5 kg were studied. Eighty (45.2%) were found to have PVH. Grade I PVH was diagnosed in 33 (41.3%), grade II in 37 (46.3%) and grade III in 10 (12.4%) of the babies studied. The overall mortality was 32% (57 / 177). Mortality of babies with grade I was 33% (11/33), grade II 63% (22/35) and 70% (7/ 10) for grade HI. In those with normal scans the mortality was 18% (17/96). Babies with ;a lower weight had the severer grade of PVH (P < 0.05). Univariate analyses suggested that lower weight and gestational age, mode of delivery, asphyxia, RDS, shock, hypothermia and the need to administer plasma were the risk ffactors for both mortality and PVH. However, multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that lower weight (P < 0.001, RR 6.135), asphyxia (P < 0.0004, RR 6.849) and the administration of plasma (P < 0.0026, RR 6.02’4) were the major factors contributing to death. For the development of PVH weight (P < 0.0001, RR 3.71911 and the need for plasma (P < 0.03, RR 2.079) were crucial. Obstetric complications, place of delivery and booking status did not play a significant role in PVH. The findings in this study suggest that drug intervention in the future may not be appropriate and should be considered when care of the small baby has improved. Keywordrs: Periventricular hemorrhage; Developing world; Drug intervention
Fuzzy recognition of cricket batting strokes based on sequences of body and bat postures

A mathematical classification of two cricket batting strokes, using fuzzy set theory, is presented. A system is proposed, to capture the motion of a batsman/batswoman whilst playing a stroke. This is then compared to known strokes, provided by the classification and feedback is provided which outlines how well the selected stroke was played. This proposed expert system uses motion sensors in the classification process.
Parallel Cosegmentation via Submodular Optimization on Anisotropic Diffusion

With large number of related images being used for applications such as MR spectroscopy imaging, Object of interest 3D modelling and photo collages, the need of the hour is to accelerate image cosegmentation algorithms. Cosegmentation refers to the process of segmenting common regions from multiple related images. A novel distributed algorithm, CoSand [1], for cosegmentation of large-scale image collections was proposed. CoSand involves preprocessing, solving multiple systems of linear equations and clustering for every image, thereby making it computationally intensive. In this work various approaches to parallelize the MATLAB code for this problem were considered. The most time consuming part of code which is solving multiple systems of linear equations was offloaded to the GPU. Other operations have been performed on multicores. Further, unlike other parallelized image processing algorithms that require a single image data transfer to GPU, CoSand requires a set of image data (500 in our case) accounting for a substantial data transfer overhead. Even in this scenario, the parallel implementation on GPU has achieved a significant performance gain which is comparable to the multicore implementation of the entire application.
VLSI implementation for low density parity check decoder

In this paper, a low complexity digital Low Density Parity Check (LDPC) turbo code decoder architecture for real-time cellular personal communication application is presented. The proposed VLSI decoder architecture alleviates the use of complex operations such as combinational arithmetic, exponent computations and reduces intermediate storage as well as interleaving latency by incorporating an in-place algorithm, index look-up table and address counter. In addition, the output section and termination of iteration are implemented by simple decision logic. The entire decoder is designed and synthesized using the Synopsys VHDL computer aided design tool.
Technological aspects of deep-learning algorithm development for processing information in fibre-optic trunk pipeline security systems

THIS PAPER EXAMINES the key issues in constructing algorithms for processing target information in fibre-optic trunk pipeline security systems. Deep learning methods are applied in order to implement the basic functions of the environmental recognition system in the pipeline area, in particular: detecting and classifying input signals, extracting signal-event tracks, and identifying events and their sources. This study also presents a plan for walkthrough development of algorithms for processing information based on deep-learning methods, from task assignment to reference implementation and prototype testing. The basic stages of the plan are illustrated by studies which were carried out during the development of algorithms for primary signal classification in the leak detection and activity monitoring system on behalf of AO Omega, Moscow.
Updated Review on Orally Disintergarting Tablets: Advancement in Current Trends

There is an increasing demand for the easily administered dosage forms and oral routes of drug administration have wide acceptance upto50-60% of total dosage forms. The oral fast dissolving systems are defined as oral drug delivery systems that dissolve or disintegrate within a few seconds to a few minutes of placement in the mouth and that do not require water to aid swallowing. Some tablets are designed to dissolve in saliva remarkably fast, within a few seconds, and are true fast-disintegrating tablets. Others contain agents to enhance the rate of tablet disintegration in the oral cavity, and are more appropriately termed orally disintegrating tablets, as they may take up to a minute to completely disintegrate. Oral delivery is currently receiving the highest standards. Achieving the highest standards in the pharmaceutical industry where it is regarded as the safest, most convenient and most economical method of drug delivery having the highest patient compliance. Fast- or mouth dissolving OR Orally disintegrating tablets have been formulated for pediatric, geriatric, and bedridden patients and for active patients who are busy and traveling and may not have access to water.
An introduction to capturing and understanding the cognitive behaviour of design engineers

There has been a rapid growth in the number of studies into the behaviour of designers in recent years and therefore it is necessary to provide a critical analysis of this work to identify the most popular techniques currently being utilized to capture cognitive behaviour. Following an introduction to the theory of cognition, this paper goes on to discuss specific tools and techniques that are currently being utilized to capture cognitive behaviour. Examples of the implementation of these techniques are then presented to allow a review of their success and limitations. The paper concludes that a considerable amount of research has begun to identify the role of cognition in design. It is recommended, however, that, before further research is carried out, work should focus on clarifying the successful implementation of tools and techniques being used to capture the cognitive behaviour of designers.
Difficulties in Implementing Group Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Spinal Cord Injured Persons: A Clinical Discussion

The main purpose of this clinical discussion is to illustrate and describe some of the barriers that arise when attempting to implement group cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) in a spinal cord injury (SCI) hospital-ward context. Difficulties encountered included patient characteristics, denial, avoidance, schedule conflicts, difficulties in group formation, and erratic attendance due to patient illness. Despite the pragmatic and motivational problems experienced in implementing group CBT for newly injured SCI persons, on completion of the program, the majority of SCI persons were very positive about the program and recommended it be introduced as a routine component of hospital rehabilitation. However, it is important that health professionals such as psychologists be aware of the difficulties involved in implementing group therapy in such a population. Suggestions are made on how to overcome some of the difficulties encountered.
CHILDRENʼS ORTHOPAEDICS AND FRACTURES

This book is for the practising orthopaedic surgeons as well as residents preparing for their examinations. The coverage of paediatric orthopaedics and trauma is quite complete and provides an extensive review of the subjects discussed. References at the end of each chapter are solid and use of the index is reliable and accurate. This book advises on how to approach a problem, make a diagnosis and plan a rational treatment regime. It gives detailed guidance on how to perform routine operations in children's orthopaedics, aided by illustrations of operative procedures. The contents cover topics ranging from congenital conditions to trauma management, including areas such as blood disorders and bone tumours. Summaries of clinical points at the end of each chapter enhance the book's value as a practical reference.
Signal representation comparison for phonetic classification

Two issues related to phonetic classification are addressed: first, whether there are any advantages in extracting acoustic attributes over directly using the spectral information for classification, and, second, whether it is advantageous to introduce an intermediate set of linguistic units, i.e., distinctive features, for phonetic classification. The authors focused on 13 monophthong vowels in American English, and investigated classification performance using an artificial neural net classifier with nearly 20000 vowel tokens from 550 speakers excised from the TIMIT corpus. The results indicate that acoustic attributes give performance similar to raw spectral information, but at potentially considerable computational savings. In addition, the distinctive feature representation gives similar performance to direct vowel classification, but potentially offers a more flexible mechanism for describing context dependency. <<ETX>>
Double‐blind trial of recombinant γ‐interferon versus placebo in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

One hundred five patients were enrolled in a 12-week, randomized, prospective, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of recombinant human gamma-interferon (rHu gamma-IFN) for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Fifty-four patients received rHu gamma-IFN and 51 received placebo. Forty-two patients in each group completed the 12-week trial. Some clinical improvement occurred in both groups of patients. Although the improvement with rHu gamma-IFN was greater than that with placebo, the differences were generally not statistically significant.
When data protection by design and data subject rights clash

• Data Protection by Design (DPbD), a holistic approach to embedding principles in technical and organisational measures undertaken by data controllers, building on the notion of Privacy by Design, is now a qualified duty in the GDPR. • Practitioners have seen DPbD less holistically, instead framing it through the confidentiality-focussed lens of Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs). • While focussing primarily on confidentiality risk, we show that some DPbD strategies deployed by large data controllers result in personal data which, despite remaining clearly reidentifiable by a capable adversary, make it difficult for the controller to grant data subjects rights (eg access, erasure, objection) over for the purposes of managing this risk. • Informed by case studies of Apple’s Siri voice assistant and Transport for London’s Wi-Fi analytics, we suggest three main ways to make deployed DPbD more accountable and data subject–centric: building parallel systems to fulfil rights, including dealing with volunteered data; making inevitable trade-offs more explicit and transparent through Data Protection Impact Assessments; and through ex ante and ex post information rights (arts 13–15), which we argue may require the provision of information concerning DPbD trade-offs. • Despite steep technical hurdles, we call both for researchers in PETs to develop rigorous techniques to balance privacy-as-control with privacyas-confidentiality, and for DPAs to consider tailoring guidance and future frameworks to better oversee the trade-offs being made by primarily wellintentioned data controllers employing DPbD.
Simulation Models in Gastric Cancer Screening: A Systematic Review

Background: Together with such high-quality approaches as randomized controlled trials and large-scale cohort studies, simulation models are often employed to evaluate the effect of cancer screening methods and decide on their appropriateness. This study aimed to evaluate all effects of gastric cancer screening that have been assessed using simulation models, including cost-effectiveness, mortality reduction, and early-stage detection. Methods: We performed a systematic review using PubMed and Web of Science. We evaluated the effect of screening related to cost, such as incremental cost-effectiveness and incremental cost-effectiveness ratios; we also separately assessed effects other than cost, such as quality-adjusted life-years, number of deaths prevented, life-years saved, relative risk of mortality from gastric cancer, life expectancy, and incidence reduction. The methods targeted for evaluation were Helicobacter pylori testing or endoscopy. Results: We identified 19 studies dealing with simulation models in gastric cancer screenings: 14 examined H. pylori screening and 7 focused on endoscopy. Among those studies, two assessed both H. pylori and endoscopy screening. Most of the studies adopted a Markov model, and all the studies evaluated cost-effectiveness. Of the 14 H. pylori screening studies, 13 demonstrated cost-effectiveness and 11 also showed good results other than cost-effectiveness, such as extension of life-years and increase in early-stage detection. In three of the five endoscopy studies, the target population was patients; all five studies obtained good results for cost-effectiveness and four observed good results other than for cost-effectiveness. Conclusions: In this study, we showed that the H. pylori screening test was cost-effective in terms of simulation model investigations. However, the H. pylori screening test should not ordinarily be recommended since there is insufficient evidence that it reduces gastric cancer mortality. In Japan, simulation modeling should be employed to plan for cancer control, and the appropriate use of simulation models should be examined for future use.
Infección por Chlamydia trachomatis como cofactor en la etiología del cáncer cervical: a cofactor in the etiology of cervical cancer

Se ha demostrado que la infección por el virus del papiloma humano es una condición necesaria pero no suficiente para el desarrollo del cáncer de cuello de útero, ya que solo un pequeño número de las mujeres expuestas progresan a neoplasia cervical. El objetivo de este estudio fue revisar la literatura científica reciente acerca del papel de Chlamydia trachomatis como cofactor en el establecimiento del virus del papiloma humano y en el desarrollo del cáncer de cuello de útero. Entre los cofactores propuestos se incluyen otras infecciones de transmisión sexual, hábito de fumar, hormonas, deficiencias nutricionales, obesidad y respuesta genético-inmunológica del individuo. Chlamydia trachomatis es la más común de las infecciones de transmisión sexual de origen bacteriano y se ha asociado con el desarrollo del cáncer de cuello de útero en muchos estudios poblacionales y de casos y controles. Sin embargo, todavía es necesario esclarecer algunos aspectos de la relación causa-efecto entre la infección por Chlamydia trachomatis, la persistencia del virus del papiloma humano y la progresión a cáncer. La prevención de la infección por Chlamydia trachomatis puede ser importante en la reducción de este tipo de neoplasia, fundamentalmente en mujeres jóvenes.
Multiplication using fast multi-operand adder

A technique for high-speed multiplication using a multi-operand adder is described. The adder/accumulator is constructed in a tree structure similar to that of Wallace structure. The major difference, however, is the building blocks. Here the construction blocks are both 3-2 and 7-3 counters, as opposed to only 3-2 counters (full adders) used in the Wallace adder case. The technique is implemented for the design of a 32-b*32-b multiplier, and it is shown that the new scheme is about 14.3% faster than that of the Wallace adder scheme, with almost no extra resources being added. <<ETX>>
A KAP study of oral health status among adults in a rural area of Jammu District

Background: Oral health is an integral part of general health and well being. It is important to know about the factors which having a bearing on oral health so that preventive measures can be taken. A research activity was planned to assess the oral health status and oral health practices of people in a rural community of Jammu region as very little is known about the knowledge and oral health practices of adults residing in this area.Methods: A cross sectional study for a period of four months was conducted in a village Tanda of R.S. Pura block of Jammu district. 324 adults above the age of 20 years (145 males and 179 females) were interviewed face to face with the help of a questionnaire consisting of questions from WHO technique of self assessment of oral health along with some more questions exploring the knowledge, attitude and local oral health practices.Results: The overall results showed adequate knowledge but poor attitude regarding oral health. Out of 324 subjects studied, 41.7% paid dental visits on having pain in teeth, gums or mouth and only 3.0% visited dentist routinely. 85.6 % of participants reported using brush and toothpaste but only 24.0% of all respondents brushed twice a day and only 16.7% of the respondents changed their tooth brush within three months.Conclusions: Oral health awareness, by promoting community based programs should be undertaken at periodic intervals for better oral health and hygiene.
Safety and Efficacy of Sirolimus-Eluting Stent in Diabetic Patients Compared with Non-Diabetic Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Background : The research has been shown that the clinical outcomes of diabetic patients undergoing revascularization either coronary artery bypass grafting or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) are inferior to that of non-diabetic patients. Objectives : We have carried out the registry to assess the clinical outcomes of the patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) compared to the patients without DM after the PCI with sirolimus-eluting stent. Methods : Indolimus Diabetic registry is a single-centre; single-armed, retrospective registry that enrolled 530 patients who underwent PCI with Indolimus ® stent at the Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences, Tirupati, India during the study period. The endpoint of the registry was a major adverse cardiac event (MACE) defined as a composite of cardiac death, myocardial infarction (Q-wave and non-Q-wave not clearly attributable to a non-target vessel), target lesion revascularization (TLR) and target vessel revascularization (TVR) and that were observed at 30-days and at 6-monthsfollow-up. Results : Among 530 patients, 169 patients were having DM. It is noteworthy that the patients with DM were more often women (29.6% vs. 18.0%), hypertensive (54.4% vs. 34.1%) and higher incidence of revascularization (4.2% vs. 2.5%). Double vessel disease was more prevalent in diabetic population as compared to non-diabetics (37.9% vs. 24.9%). Total 617 lesions were encountered in 530 patients (202 in diabetic patients and 415 in non-diabetic patients). There was no significant difference observed in the lesion class. There was no statistical significant difference observed for cardiac death (1.8% vs. 1.7%, p =1.00) and MACE (1.8% vs. 1.9%, p =1.00) in diabetic and non-diabetic patients at 30-days follow-up. However, at 6-month follow-up, it has been observed that the occurrence of MACE was higher but not statistically significant in diabetic patients as compared to non-diabetic patients (4.1% vs. 2.5%, p =0.29). Conclusions : In this Indolimus Diabetic registry, MACE rate did not significantly differ between diabetic and non-diabetic population at 30-days and at 6-months follow-up. However, long term follow-up is needed to determine whether a similar safety profile is maintained.
12 V /spl Sigma/-/spl Delta/ class-D amplifier in 5 V CMOS technology

A 12 V, 5.7 W class-D single chip amplifier, based on a /spl Sigma/-/spl Delta/ modulator and a full-bridge output, has been integrated in a standard 5 V CMOS technology. Circuit techniques are used to cope with the voltage limitations of the devices. Stand-by power dissipation is reduced to 20 mW thanks to a new level-shifter cell.
Estimation of the three key parameters and the lead time distribution in lung cancer screening.

ESTIMATION OF THE THREE KEY PARAMETERS AND THE LEAD TIME DISTRIBUTION IN LUNG CANCER SCREENING Ruiqi Liu July 25, 2017 This dissertation contains three research projects on cancer screening probability modeling. Cancer screening is the primary technique for early detection. The goal of screening is to catch the disease early before clinical symptoms appear. In these projects, the three key parameters and lead time distribution were estimated to provide a statistical point of view on the effectiveness of cancer screening programs. In the first project, cancer screening probability model was used to analyze the computed tomography (CT) scan group in the National Lung Screening Trial (NLST) data. Three key parameters were estimated using Bayesian approach and Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulations. The NLST CT arm data have been used for the estimation. The sensitivity for lung cancer screening using CT scan is much higher than those screening using X-ray. The transition probability from disease-free to preclinical state has a peak around age 70 for both genders. The posterior mean sojourn time is around 1.5 years for all groups. The second project is dealing with lead time distribution estimation. Since the lead time is unobservable, the effectiveness of screening exams regarding the survival benefits becomes a major concern. In this study, the estimates for the projected lead time was presented by using the NLST CT arm data. Simulation results show v that the probability of no-early-detection increases monotonically when the screening interval increases for both genders. The mean lead time appears longer for women than for men. In previous study, it was assumed that a person has no screening history before entering the study. However, the participants of the screening programs are usually aged population and they may already have at least one prior screening exam in the past and look healthy. In the third project, we extended the previously developed lead time distribution to consider an individual’s screening history and to see how much this history will affect the lead time. We did simulation for each combination of initial screening ages, sensitivities, mean sojourn times, current ages and screening schedules in the past and in the future. We also applied the newly developed lead time distribution to the NLST data.
Research on Efficient Through Convergence of IoT Interaction Device and Opened Platform

In this paper, we propose a design configuration of a unified remote controller under IoT environment using IFTTT services. This unified controller approach is necessary to avoid the limited functionalities of smart phone App approaches without unified control. The proposed system design can be implemented with one-chip IoT interaction module that can be used in wearable devices.