bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Trends in Suicidal Ideation-Related Emergency Department Visits for Youth in Illinois: 2016–2021
Authors: Brewer Audrey G. , Doss William , Sheehan Karen M. , Davis Matthew M. , Feinglass Joseph M.
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES

Increasing suicide rates and emergency department (ED) mental health visits reflect deteriorating mental health among American youth. This population-based study analyzes trends in ED visits for suicidal ideation (SI) before and during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

METHODS

We analyzed Illinois hospital administrative data for ED visits coded for SI from January 2016 to June 2021 for youth aged 5 to 19 years. We characterized trends in patient sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, comparing three equal 22 month periods and analyzed patient and hospital characteristics associated with the likelihood of hospitalization.

RESULTS

There were 81 051 ED visits coded for SI at 205 Illinois hospitals; 24.6% resulted in hospitalization. SI visits accounted for $785 million in charges and 145 160 hospital days over 66 months. ED SI visits increased 59% from 2016 through 2017 to 2019 through 2021, with a corresponding increase from 34.6% to 44.3% of SI principal diagnosis visits (both P < .001). Hospitalizations increased 57% between prepandemic fall 2019 and fall 2020 (P = .003). After controlling for demographic and clinical characteristics, youth were 84% less likely to be hospitalized if SI was their principal diagnosis and were more likely hospitalized if coded for severe mental illness, substance use, anxiety, or depression, or had ED visits to children’s or behavioral health hospitals.

CONCLUSIONS

This study documents child ED SI visits in Illinois spiked in 2019, with an additional surge in hospitalizations during the pandemic. Rapidly rising hospital use may reflect worsening mental illness and continued difficulty in accessing low cost, high-quality outpatient mental health services.
Rheological model for sol-gel phase transition of thermo-aged heavy oil fractions
Authors: Vargas Arenas Xiomara Andrea , Afanasjeva Natalia , Álvarez Cifuentes Mario
Published: November 2022

A power-law rheological model is proposed in this paper: G’’(ω) ~ ωn and G’(ω) ~ ωn. It represents the increased connectivity between thermo-aged asphalt molecules in a rheo-reactor as one of the applications of systematic rheology. The results confirmed a sol-gel phase transition tendency for aged asphalt in the experimental frequency window at temperatures below 40°C. Such pattern could have been related to the structuring effect arising from the thermo-oxidative asphalt aging process during continuous agitation which has been suitably described by the micellar model of asphalt.
Easyverifier 1.0: a software tool for revising scientific articles bibliographical citations
Authors: Correa Riveros Freddy Alberto , Cortés Aldana Félix Antonio
Published: November 2022

The first academic revolution which occurred in developed countries during the late 19th century made research a university function in addition to the traditional task of teaching. A second academic revolution has tried to transform the university into a teaching, research and socio-economic development enterprise. The scientific article has become an excellent practical means for the movement of new knowledge between the university and the socioeconomic environment. This work had two purposes. One was to present some general considerations regarding research and the scientific article. The second was to provide information about a computational tool which supports revising scientific articles citations; this step is usually done manually and requires some experience. The software allows two text files to be read, one containing the scientific articles content and another one the bibliography. A report is then generated allowing the authors mentioned in the text but not indexed in the bibliography to be identified and to determine which authors have been mentioned in the bibliography but who have not been mentioned in the text of the article. The software allows researchers and journal coordinators to detect reference errors among citations in the text and the bibliographical references. The steps to develop the software were: analysis, design, implementation and use. For the analysis it was important the revision of the literature about elaboration of citations in scientific documents.
Chrysaster ostensackenella (Fitch, 1859), a potentially invasive species newly recorded from Europe (Lepidoptera, Gracillariidae)
Authors: Huemer Peter , Mayr Toni
Published: November 2022

Chrysaster ostensackenella (Fitch, 1859), originally a New World species with recent records from East Asia, is newly reported from Europe (Italy, Province Rieti). The potentially invasive species is a trophic leaf-mining specialist on Robinia. Species identification is based on DNA barcoding and morphological characteristics.
Miniature mechanical testing of LMD-fabricated compositionally & microstructurally graded γ titanium aluminides
Authors: Galgon Florian , Melzer Daniel , Zenk Christopher , Džugan Jan , Körner Carolin
Published: November 2022

The design freedom in Laser Metal Deposition provided by the absence of a powder bed enables the fabrication of Functionally Graded Materials through Additive Manufacturing. For the first time, two suitable γ-TiAl alloys (TiAl48Cr2Nb2, TiAl45Nb4C) are combined in direct and gradual transitions to generate different microstructure morphologies and, consequently, different mechanical properties within a component after an identical heat treatment. The influence of alloy composition, microstructure type, and material transition on the tensile properties and fracture toughness is analyzed through miniature testing. Miniature tensile tests show no orientation dependency in regard to the build direction and the composition/microstructure transition is not found to be a preferred fracture site. The miniature fracture toughness tests reveal that already small composition changes—insufficient to alter the microstructure configuration—can have a significant effect on the cracking behavior.

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La nueva era en la gestión de las personas
Authors: Cervera Teresa
Published: November 2022

Identificamos el concepto de transformación con la transformación digital, pero la verdadera transformación de las empresas vendrá determinada por una nueva manera de gestionar personas, con la persona en el centro de las compañías.
Development technology of functional soft ice cream using beet pectin concentrate and probiotic
Authors: Zhexenbay Nurshash , Kizatova Maigul , Nabiyeva Zhanar , Iskakova Galiya , Grynchenko Nataliya , Foshchan Andriy , Grinchenko Olga
Published: November 2022

Technology of soft ice cream has been developed using beet pectin concentrate (BPC) as a functional component. As an additional component of the probiotic action, the probiotic Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus were introduced in an amount of 0.1 %. The regularities of the influence of BPC on the density and viscosity of prescription mixtures, whipping and resistance to melting of soft ice cream have been established.
With the introduction of more than 10.0 % of BPC, milk proteins coagulated, the texture of the prescription mixture was characterized by heterogeneity, a slight detachment of the aqueous phase was observed; soft ice cream had a slightly flaky texture.
The quality indicators of soft ice cream with different fat content (plombir –14.0 %, creamy – 11.6 %) with the addition of pectin concentrate and probiotic Bifidobacterium + Lactobacillus were studied. Soft ice cream is characterized by high nutritional value (the mass fraction of protein is 2.6–3.2 %, milk fat – 11.0–14.0 %, sucrose – 11.2–11.7 %), contains water-soluble vitamins and pectin (0.5–1.0 %), which is a natural enterosorbent.
The development of technology for the soft use of BPC allows expanding the range of food products enriched with functional ingredients. The introduction of probiotic improves the physiological functionality of the product, in particular, improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract
Influence of the mold type on the mechanical properties of the piston alloy with nano alumina in casting and metal mold
Authors: Al-Zuhairi Haitham Mohammed Ibrahim , Alshalal Iqbal , Abtan Auday Awad , Mahdi Baha Sami , Asmail Muna Khalil
Published: November 2022

This research is an experimental comparison study to show the influence of mold type casting on mechanical properties. The study considers the aluminum alloy of a gasoline engine piston with nanoparticles alumina Al2O3 size 25 nm manufactured in two types of molds. Sand mold and cast-iron mold were selected to cast the aluminum composite components. A systematic comparative study of tensile strength and hardness properties of cast aluminum components is made on sand and metal molds production. The nano powder can add to enhance the mechanical properties must not exceed 4 % for metal and sand mold casting. According to data for hardness, adding nano alumina powder has minimal impact on metal mold casting, but it significantly improves sand casting. From a financial standpoint, metal casting provides higher economic values for making piston aluminum castings. The hardness rises as the alumina content does in two molds as compared to the obtained specimen. It demonstrates that the highest hardness occurs at 4 % alumina in the sand-casting mold and at 6 % alumina in the metal. When the compositions of the casting materials are the same, a comparison of the fracture morphology between sand and mold casting reveals more ductile fractures for metal molds compared to brittle fractures in sand cast by large silicon separation grains because of higher grain growth in sand casting by longer solidification time. The same is seen in mold casting, which exhibits reduced ductility due to the alumina nanoparticles' dispersion strengthening process in the aluminum matrix. This arises as a result of nano alumina dispersion acting as barriers to dislocation motions in the aluminum matrix, enhancing strength but reducing ductility.
Microstructure variation effects influence on characteristics and mechanical properties of Monel 400 and low alloy steel (ASTM 387-Gr.11) GTAW dissimilar joint
Authors: Abdulameer Ahmed Ghazi , Mohammed Mohammed Sabeeh , Abbas Ahmed Salloum
Published: November 2022

Monel 400 with low alloy steel dissimilar joints are widely used in oil industry, petrochemical and nuclear engineering, this kind of applications needs welding joints with good mechanical properties, stable magnetic permeability and good weldability. Difference in mechanical, chemical and physical properties between these unique alloys makes such joint difficult and joints mechanical properties and microstructure will be different from parent metals. In this study, GTAW process has been employed with ERNiCrFe-3 electrode to produce dissimilar welding joints with specifies welding procedure parameters, SEM/EDS microstructure analysis, microstructure optical test, Vickers microhardness and tensile test used to study microstructure details and its impacts on welding joint mechanical properties. Research results according to welding zone microstructure analyses shown formation of Widmanstatten ferrite structures and second phase particles with fine graine structure in low alloy steel side the formation of transion zone (TZ). Moreover, clearly fusion line (FL) clearly marked in Monel 400 side while weld metal solidification microstructure with (MGBs) and (SGBs) respectively and interdendritic microstructure observed in weld zone center. Weldment mechanical and microstructure examination indicated the ability to produce like this dissimilar joint with requirement of design criteria and indicated that the failure in like this joint excepted to be in low alloy steel side. The result and microstructure analyses of this research is very important to understanding the variation in welding zone and HAZ microstructure and its impact in weldment mechanical properties and establish the base to produced best welding procedure according to welding zone microstructure properties.
Comparative analysis of pharmaceutical supply systems of the population of European countries according to a complex of socio-economic indicators
Authors: Samborskyi Oleh , Panfilova Нanna , Baihush Yuliia , Simonian Liusine , Bilyk Iryna , Martyniuk Tetiana , Tsikhon Halyna , Chernukha Vitaly
Published: November 2022

The aim: to conduct an analysis of the state of functioning of pharmaceutical supply systems for the population in European countries and Ukraine based on a set of socio-economic indicators.
Materials and methods. General theoretical (historical, formal, graphic, hypothetical-deductive) and applied (organizational-economic, mathematical-statistical) research methods were used. The object of research was data that was freely available.
Results. It was established that the highest volume of the pharmaceutical market volume per inhabitant is typical for Italy (410.18 euros) and the lowest for Ukraine (53.58 euros). It has been proven that with an increase in GDP indicators, which are calculated based on purchasing power parity (PPP) per capita, the range of variation of this indicator by groups decreases, and the number of countries with a negative value of the foreign trade balance also decreases. Within groups of countries, there is a different level of dependence on the import of pharmaceutical products. In Ukraine (the first group), imports exceeded the export data of pharmaceutical products by 8.6 times. For other countries in this group (Latvia, Bulgaria, and Slovakia), imports exceeded exports by 1.3, 1.4, and 4.0 times, respectively. The highest values of the volume of foreign trade in pharmaceutical products were characteristic of the countries of the third and second groups. The undisputed leader is Germany (134,541.0 million euros), in second place is Italy (59,533.0 million euros), and in third place is France (58,568.0 million euros).
The highest values of health care costs as a percentage of GDP (%) are typical for the countries of the third group and the lowest for the countries of the first group. For all countries, this indicator had a characteristic tendency to increase over time. Growth rates varied both across groups and within groups across countries. According to the indicator of the amount of reimbursement of the cost of drug consumption per person, there was a significant fluctuation of the data by country within the groups. The most extensive range of fluctuations was observed in the third group (284.83 euros). The highest reimbursement amounts are typical for Germany (483.53 euros) and the lowest for Bulgaria (54.25 euros). In most countries, there is a high level (50.0 % and higher) of state participation in the payment of medicine, except for Poland (36.0 %), Lithuania (34.0 %) and Latvia (37.0 %). The lowest values of money consumers spend to pay for medicines (from 13.0 % to 44.0 %) are characteristic of the countries of the third group.
Conclusions. The established peculiarities of the functioning of the pharmaceutical supply systems of European countries should not diminish the value of the state's aspirations to harmonize the processes that take place to promote medicinal products to consumers
Research on the phenolic profile, antiradical and anti-inflammatory activity of a thick hydroalcoholic feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium L.) herb extract
Authors: Mishchenko Oksana , Kyrychenko Inna , Gontova Tetiana , Kalko Kateryna , Hordiei Karyna
Published: November 2022

The aim – to study the phenolic complex of a thick hydroalcoholic extract of the feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium (L.) herb (FTHAE), its antiradical activity and anti-inflammatory properties in a model of carrageenan and histamine oedema.
Materials and methods. The studied extract was obtained from the Tanacetum parthenium herb, collected in Sumy and Poltava regions of Ukraine during the period of mass flowering (June-August): degree of grinding of raw materials 2.0-3.0 mm, extraction temperature - 25 °C, extractant – 70 % ethanol, raw material/extractant ratio – 1:12, infusion time – 12 hours, multiplicity of extractions – 3. HPLC and spectrophotometric methods were used to determine the composition and amount of phenolic compounds of FTHAE. HPLC analysis was performed using a “Waters e2695 Alliance system” (Waters, Milford, MA, USA) with a photodiode array detector “Waters 2998” according to the HPLC–PDA method for phenolic compounds. The scavenging of ABTSA radical cation evaluated the radical scavenging activity. In addition, the anti-inflammatory properties of FTHAE were studied on carrageenan and histamine paw oedema in rats. Anti-inflammatory activity (AIA) was evaluated as the ability to reduce oedema compared to the control pathology. FTHAE was used at a dose of 50 mg/kg.
The results. The content of the sum of hydroxycinnamic acids in the obtained extract was determined by spectrophotometry, which was 13.92±0.02 % and the content of the sum of flavonoids – 5.16±0.03 %. The content of 12 compounds with a total amount of 72432.09µg/g was identified and determined by HPLC. The dominant compounds were hydroxycinnamic acids, namely 3,4-dicaffeoylquinic, 4,5-dicaffeoylquinic and сhlorogenic acids. The antiradical activity of the extract was 620.19±4.53µmol/g. On the model of carrageenan oedema, the maximum effect of oedema suppression was 71.0-73.2 %. In the model of histamine oedema, the anti-inflammatory effect of the extract was 57.8; 51.8; and 49.1 % for 30 minutes, 1 and 1.5 hours of oedema, respectively. The severity of the anti-inflammatory activity of the extract during the first hour is not inferior to the diclofenac sodium, quercetin and loratadine.
Conclusions. Due to the HPLC method, 12 compounds were determined to cause antiradical activity, among which chlorogenic acid and rutin were identified.
The studied extract has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, which is due to the antiradical properties of the extract and its inhibitory effect on inflammatory mediators
Nordic walking as an effective means of developing endurance in women of mature age
Authors:   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Timofeeva E. B. , Semenova G. I. ,   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Timofeeva A.M. ,   Ural State Medical University, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Shemytihin V. A. ,   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia
Published: November 2022

In the life of modern society, women of mature age play an important role. They perform many socially significant functions. A high level of endurance is necessary for the normal active life of women of mature age. Nordic walking as a cyclic sport contributes to the development of general and special endurance. The purpose of the study is to identify the possibilities of Nordic walking as a means of increasing the endurance of women of mature age. The study involved 15 women aged 35 to 55 years, whose training in health-improving physical culture was carried out on the basis of the use of Nordic walking 2-3 times a week. Testing consisted of 3 km Nordic walking over rough terrain and was carried out 2 times in 6 months. Differences between baseline and endpoints in walking with sticks for 3 km, suggests that Nordic walking is an effective means of developing endurance in women of mature age.
Сonversation as a method of forming motivation for fitness classes
Authors:   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Lebedikhina Т. M. , Yerkomaishvili I. V. ,   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Babich А. A. ,   Ural Federal University, Yekaterinburg, Russia
Published: November 2022

This article is devoted to the problem of low motivation of young people aged 18-35 to fitness classes and the development of an effective way to solve the problem. In this study, a conversation plan has been developed with a fitness room client, during which the coach can understand what the client's needs and motives for fitness classes are. Based on the identified indicators, namely, dissatisfied with the sphere of life of the consumer of fitness services, the trainer makes fitness programs that are applicable to the individual characteristics of clients. This approach allows the client to clearly realize his own dissatisfaction, and see a way to solve the situation with the help of the need for regular training.
Prerequisites for motivating achievements in rhythmic gymnastics
Authors:   Kuban State University of Physical Education, Sport and Tourism, Krasnodar, Russia, Raspopova А.S.
Published: November 2022

The purpose of the study is to identify the prerequisites for the motivation of achievement in rhythmic gymnastics. To achieve the goal, methods of psychological diagnostics were used: questionnaires "Motivation to success" and "Motivation to avoid failures" by T. Ehlers, the questionnaire "Rational-experienced" by Epstein, diagnostics of emotional intelligence by N. Hall. The sample of subjects consisted of 40 athletes aged 15-21, masters of sports and candidates for masters of sports in rhythmic gymnastics. It was revealed that in the course of the study, differences in the relationships between personal resources of athletes of different qualifications were revealed. The candidates for the master of sports revealed a direct relationship between the motivation for success and emotional awareness, and the masters of sports added the management of their emotions and the use of intuition, which suggests that there is a relationship between the motivation of achievements and the expression of personal resources in gymnasts of different qualifications.
Determination of the mental self-regulation skill features of hockey players by means of galvanic skin response method
Authors:   Center of sport training    of Russian national teams Moscow, Russia, Drozdovski A. K. , Ulyaeva L. G. ,   Moscow State University of Physical Culture, Sports and Tourism, Russia,   Moscow City Physical Culture and Sports Association, Moscow, Russia
Published: November 2022

The article deals with the problem of an individual approach (IP) to an athlete, it is noted that the implementation of the IP will increase the level of problem solving in all aspects: selection in sports, choice of sports specialization; formation of individualized training programs; the right choice of role, optimization of teams in game and pair sports, taking into account the psycho-physiological and psychological compatibility of participants in joint activities. For the implementation of IP, innovative methods are proposed (confirmed by patents for inventions), which are carried out on the basis of E.P. Ilyin to determine neurodynamic characteristics (NDC), reflecting the degree of severity of the measured properties of the nervous system (strength, mobility, balance). It is noted that knowledge of the NDH allows, taking into account known scientific data, to predict a wide range of natural features, the abilities of an athlete and a coach preparing for competitions.
Communication in radiology: evaluation of terminology and TNM descriptor use at a cancer center
Authors: Silva Thiago Pereira Fernandes da , Mendes Gustavo Gomes , Muglia Valdair Francisco , Chojniak Rubens , Barbosa Paula Nicole Vieira Pinto
Published: November 2022

Abstract Objective: The purpose of our study was to evaluate the transmission of information from radiologists to physicians, focusing on the level of certainty and the use of imaging descriptors from the tumor–node–metastasis (TNM) staging system. Materials and Methods Radiologists (n = 56) and referring physicians (n = 50) participated in this questionnaire-based, single-center study, conducted between March 20, 2020, and January 21, 2021. Participants were presented with terms commonly used by the radiologists at the institution and were asked to order them hierarchically in terms of the level of certainty they communicate regarding a diagnosis, using a scale ranging from 1 (most contrary to) to 10 (most favoring). They then assessed TNM system descriptors and their interpretation. Student’s t-tests and the kappa statistic were used in order to compare the rankings of the terms of certainty. Items related to T and N staging were analyzed by Fisher’s exact test. The confdence level was set to 97% (p < 0.03). Results: Although overall agreement among the radiologists and referring physicians on term ranking was poor (kappa = 0.10–0.35), the mean and median values for the two groups were similar. Most of the radiologists and referring physicians (67% and 86%, respectively) approved of the proposal to establish a standard lexicon. Such a lexicon, based on the participant responses, was developed and graphically represented. Regarding the TNM system descriptors, there were significant differences between the two groups in the reporting of lymph node numbers, of features indicating capsular rupture, and of vessel wall irregularities, as well as in the preference for clear descriptions of vascular involvement. Conclusion: Our findings indicate that ineffective communication and differences in report interpretation between radiologists and referring physicians are still prevalent in the fields of radiology and oncology. Efforts to gain a better understanding of those impediments might improve the objectivity of reporting and the quality of care.
ONLAY VERSUS SUBLAY TECHNIQUES FOR INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR: 30-DAY POSTOPERATIVE OUTCOMES
Authors: Martins Eduardo Ferreira , Dal Vesco Neto Marcos , Martins Pedro Klanovichs , Difante Lucas Dos Santos , Silva Lara Luz de Miranda , Bosi Henrique Rasia , Volkweis Bernardo Silveira , Cavazzola Leandro Totti
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The development of an incisional hernia is a common complication following laparotomy. It also has an important economic impact on healthcare systems and social security budget. The mesh reinforcement of the abdominal wall was an important advancement to increase the success of the repairs and reduce its long-term recurrence. The two most common locations for mesh placement in ventral hernia repairs include the premuscular (onlay technique) and retromuscular planes (sublay technique). However, until now, there is no consensus in the literature about the ideal location of the mesh. AIM: The aim of this study was to compare the two most common incisional hernia repair techniques (onlay and sublay) with regard to the complication rate within the first 30 days of postoperative care. METHOD: This study analyzes 115 patients who underwent either onlay or sublay incisional hernia repairs and evaluates the 30-day postoperative surgical site occurrences and hernia recurrence for each technique. RESULTS: We found no difference in the results between the groups, except in seroma formation, which was higher in patients submitted to the sublay technique, probably due to the lower rate of drain placement in this group. CONCLUSION: Both techniques of mesh placement seem to be adequate in the repair of incisional hernias, with no major difference in surgical site occurrences.
Experience in managing action research on hepatitis C survey in the prison community
Authors: Gomide Geisa Perez Medina , Teixeira Mariana dos Santos , Pereira Guilherme Andrade , Camargo Fernanda Carolina , Pastori Beatriz Guerta , Dias Felipe Ferreira , Ferreira Júlio Cesar do Carmo , Silva Nathan Castro , Neta Otilia Silva de Carvalho , Meireles Pedro Teixeira , Lima Vanessa Guizolfe Sales de , Piccoli Leonora De Zorzi , Cunha Rejane Andrea de Paulo , Abdalla Douglas Reis , Oliveira Cristina da Cunha Hueb Barata de
Published: November 2022

Abstract We aimed to report the experience in managing action research on hepatitis C investigation in the prison community in the Triângulo Mineiro region, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The proposal was developed from March 2019 to March 2020, reaching 240 people to contain the spread of the disease through a survey, testing, and monitoring of positive cases. We adopted intersectoral action with articulation between Universities, Medical Society, Teaching Hospital, and State Secretariat for Justice and Public Security. Strategies for the management of action research are described: study settings and stakeholders, registration and formalization of the activity, application of tests, and management of reagent inmates. We identified difficulties regarding the accommodation of routines among the research team and the proper functioning of the penitentiary, which required extensive training between the parties and managerial articulations. We consider that the report collaborates with the organization of future research aimed at accessing this still invisible population, the prison community when it highlights the strategies adopted to conduct the research.
Government actions for COVID-19 control and prevention in prisons: a scoping review
Authors: Martins Élida Lúcia Carvalho , Oliveira Gustavo Laine Araújo de , Constantino Patrícia
Published: November 2022

Abstract This is a scoping review of the literature on actions taken by countries during 2020 regarding the care for people living in the prison environment during the COVID-19 pandemic. We selected 54 publications for data mining and found data from 45 countries, which were organized into categories. Most of the literature addressed strategies adopted by countries with advanced economies. All of them mentioned some strategies to reduce viral transmission - the major ones were restricted/suspended family visits and desincarceration - and interventions to improve infrastructures in prisons, the provision of a telephone or other devices for calls or video calls being the most mentioned. Policies to mitigate the effects of the epidemic and interventions were found in publications referencing 33 countries, with the main focus on keeping family contact and reviewing the public safety policy. Concerning governance policies, measures from 11 countries were reported, and the most cited was national authority reinforcement. This study highlights the need for research on the success of each strategy and the differences among those countries.
Women, prisons, and freedom: experiences of former female inmates from the prison system in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Authors: Dalenogare Gabriela , Maffacciolli Rosana , Vieira Letícia Becker , Dotta Renata Maria
Published: November 2022

Abstract This article analyzes vulnerabilities and prospects of restructuring the lives of women who experienced maternity in prison. This qualitative study was performed with a thematic analysis of the reports of women released from the prison system who experienced pregnancy and delivery in a female penitentiary in a Southern Brazilian capital. Three thematic categories were identified: “Between rupture and freedom”, a category focused on the description of moments before the borderline date for the child’s stay with the mother in prison, which produces great expectations due to the possibility of women managing to get out of prison along with their child; “Freedom is right there”, which narrates leaving prison and the first social contacts outside this environment; and “Inmate in daily life”, which addresses the difficulties resulting from social exclusion that women were already facing before imprisonment, that is, having the minimum conditions to keep away from the crime dynamics. Leaving the prison system does not necessarily mean freedom. The “identity crossroads” keep following women and their children even after leaving prison. Therefore, vulnerability manifests itself in the same way or more cruelly than before.
Representações sociais da maternidade para mulheres em privação de liberdade no sistema prisional feminino
Authors: Medeiros Anderson Brito de , Silva Glauber Weder dos Santos , Lopes Thaís Rosental Gabriel , Carvalho Jovanka Bittencourt Leite de , Caravaca-Morera Jaime Alonso , Miranda Francisco Arnoldo Nunes de
Published: November 2022

Resumo Neste artigo, objetivou-se analisar as representações sociais da maternidade de mulheres gestantes, lactantes e que vivenciaram a gestação em privação de liberdade no sistema prisional. Trata-se de estudo qualitativo, ancorado nos pressupostos do Paradigma Teórico das Representações Sociais, realizado com 42 mulheres. As participantes eram, em maioria, jovens entre 18 e 39 anos de idade (90,5%; n=38) e se encontravam solteiras (50,0%; n=21); 61,9% (n=26) relataram duas ou mais gestações e 47,6% (n=20) referiram um ou mais abortamentos. A possível representação do ser mãe na prisão se cristalizou, em termos semânticos, principalmente pelos termos “separação” (f=27; OME: 2,9), “tristeza” (f=18; OME: 2,3), “horrível” (f=16; OME: 2,1) e “dor” (f=12; OME: 2,8). Na zona de substituição e de descontextualização, as representações foram objetivadas pelos termos “separação” (f=18; OME: 3), “tristeza” (f=13; OME: 2,5), “medo” (f=11; OME: 2,2) e “horrível” (f=10; OME: 1,5). Evidenciou-se que a centralidade das representações sociais para as participantes do estudo reflete o sofrimento vivenciado pela separação da díade mãe-filho.
EFFECTS OF ATHLETIC WALKING ON THE PHYSICAL ENDURANCE OF ATHLETES
Authors: Li Yayun , Fan Yunxiang
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction Athletic walking is a physical endurance test. This sport has a long competition time and a high load intensity. The long-term continuous movement of muscles is the most prominent characteristic of this sport. Strength and endurance are essential physical factors that determine the performance of the runners who do it. Physical endurance is an essential indicator to evaluate the level of physical training in athletic walking. Objective This study aims to analyze the effect of endurance training on the physical fitness and competition performance of athletic walkers. Methods This work selects four athletes as the research object. The athletes undergo one month of resistance training. The athletes recorded their physiological and biochemical indicators before and after resistance training. Then, the mathematical statistics method was used to analyze their physiological and biochemical indicators. Results Hemoglobin levels in the last three weeks of resistance training were significantly higher than in the first week (P<0.01). During endurance training, the athletes’ morning blood urea peak appeared in the first test after going to high altitude (P<0.05). Conclusion Endurance training can improve the fitness of athletic walkers. Resistance training effectively stimulates the blood system of athletes for at least two weeks. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
INFLUENCE OF SWIMMING TRAINING ON FITNESS INDICATORS IN CHILDREN
Authors: Tian Cencen , Yu Ling
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction The specialized technical teaching and swimming training methods for children are the basis for improving the effect of swimming training and reducing the occurrence of sports injuries. In recent years, swimming physical training technology in China has developed rapidly. Swimming physical training for children can improve the comprehensive sports quality of young people. Objective In this paper, the indexes of 50m butterfly and 50m breaststroke were determined. These data quantitatively examine the effect of the program on swimming performance. Methods 18 children and adolescent swimmers participated in the sample analyzed in this study. In this paper, 18 participants were divided into experimental and control groups. These groups have four swimming styles: butterfly, breaststroke, backstroke, and freestyle. Results After two months of coordination exercises, the performance of butterfly and frog swimming was partially improved. There were significant differences in the data (P<0.05). Conclusion The fitness training process can improve the overall quality of athletes. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
INFLUENCE OF TAI CHI SOFTBALL ON BODY COMPOSITION AND BONE DENSITY
Authors: Wu Lianhua
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction Tai Chi Softball fully reflects the most complete and coherent concept of Tai Chi exercise, round and smooth, natural and continuous, and is very suitable for the daily exercise of middle-aged and elderly people. Objective Explore the effect of Tai Chi Softball exercise on body shape and bone mineral density of middle-aged and elderly women. Methods 45 volunteers were recruited and divided into a Tai Chi Softball group and a control group; the Tai Chi Softball group was guided by professional trainers to perform Tai Chi Softball exercises for six months. The control group did not perform Tai Chi Softball exercises and tested various physical indicators for comparison. Results The weight and BMI of middle-aged and elderly women showed a decreasing trend. The abdominal and arm skinfold measurements were significantly different from those before the experiment (P < 0.01). Body fat percentage decreased significantly, and muscle weight increased, showing statistical significance (P < 0.05). Conclusion Tai Chi Softball exercise can alleviate the rapid decline in bone mineral density and bone mineral content in middle-aged and elderly women. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
IMPACTS OF FUNCTIONAL TRAINING ON COLLEGE STUDENTS’ PHYSICAL CAPACITY IMPROVEMENT
Authors: Qu Yanjian
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction The physical health of college students in China is deficient. Efforts to improve the physical health of college students have become the focus of the national education department and the work of colleges and universities. Objective Analyze the impacts of functional training on college students’ physical fitness. Methods 180 college students were randomly selected into an experimental and control group. The experimental group received functional training, while the control group received no intervention. Mathematical statistics were used to compare and analyze the students’ fitness assessment indicators before and after the experiment. Results After functional exercise, the test data of various physical fitness of the experimental group of college students found the existing elements (P<0.05). Conclusion The functional physical training method improves the physical quality of college students. Functional training has a clear positive impact on physical fitness. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
IMPACTS OF PHYSICAL COORDINATION TRAINING ON SPEED IN SHORT TRACK SPEED SKATING
Authors: Ge Xinchao , Li Jianjun , Liu Yang
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction Although the development time of short-track speed skating in China is relatively short, with the joint efforts of many athletes and coaches, the special technical level can be comparable with that of European and American countries. Objective Verify the impacts of physical coordination training on speed in short track speed skating. Methods Athletes from the provincial skating team were randomly selected and distributed into control and experimental groups to apply the training method on physical coordination in short track speed skating. Results The average body fat rate of the skaters in the control group was 15.24%, the average body fat rate in the control group was 15.20%, and the T value of the experimental group and control group was 1.00, P = 0.374 < 0.05. Conclusion Because they are special equipment, the turn resistance training device and the air resistance parachute played an important role in improving the special fitness of Chinese short track speed skaters. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
INFLUENCE OF HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING ON TABLE TENNIS PLAYERS
Authors: Chen Jing , Wang Jianming
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction The development of the technical level of table tennis and the reform of the rules require players to have a proportionally comprehensive technical base, aiming to climb to the top of world table tennis. Objective Study the effect of high-intensity competition on the physical fitness of table tennis players. Methods By analyzing the questionnaires of coaches and athletes in colleges and universities in Zhejiang province, as well as the development status and situation of soldiers and soldier teams in colleges and universities in Zhejiang province, find out the factors that restrict the competitive level of table tennis in ordinary colleges and universities in our province. Results Most athletes felt that the specific qualities of agility and strength were important, accounting for 63% of the total, while endurance and speed were less important, accounting for 19% and 18%, respectively. Conclusion The time devoted to physical training is short, and the disposition of training time is insufficient. Compared to high-level sports teams, the quality of physical preparation and the particular technical training time cannot be combined rationally and satisfactorily. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
INFLUENCE OF ABDOMINAL CORE TRAINING ON STABILITY CONTROL IN TABLE TENNIS PLAYERS
Authors: Meng Yihao , Bu Yifeng
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction In recent years, there have been a number of reforms in table tennis, trends in technology development, and demands on the part of athletes to improve their competitive ability and prevent injuries. Objective Evaluate the effect of abdominal core strength training on ball control stability in table tennis players. Methods By random sampling and grouping method, the national top-level table tennis players were divided into an experimental group and a control group (17 boys in each group and seven girls in each group); the experiment lasted for one week, during which the athletes in the experimental group performed abdominal core strength training, while the athletes in the control group performed regular training. Results There was no significant difference in the longitudinal comparison of the control group before and after the experiment (P>0.05), and there was a very significant difference in the horizontal comparison between the two groups after the experiment (P<0.01). Conclusion Abdominal core strength training has a positive effect on improving the technical stability of table tennis players. Core strength can improve the athlete’s attack speed and recovery. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
IMPACTS OF BALANCE TRAINING ON TENNIS PLAYERS’ PERFORMANCE
Authors: Cao Jiang
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction Maintaining body balance is a prerequisite for good tennis practice. Therefore, the demands of technical movements for competitive playability are achieved only after players have improved balance. Objective Analyze the impacts of balance training on the performance of tennis players. Methods 24 male tennis college students, 18 to 21 years old, were selected and divided into experimental and control groups. The intervention took place under a specific balance training protocol for eight weeks, and data were collected in the experimental group before and after the intervention. Results The test time with eyes closed in unipodal support, Romberg test, eyes closed standing, and walking standing in the experimental group was 37.340 ± 14.382s, 67.250 ± 30.275s, 21.070 ± 7.887s and 4.510 ± 0.540s respectively, showing statistical superiority over the control group. Conclusion After eight weeks of balance training exercise intervention, compared with the subjects without instability training exercise intervention, the subjects’ static and dynamic balance ability after eight weeks of training were significantly improved. Level of Evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
Presence of selected organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) in sediments and biota of River Satluj, Pakistan: first report
Authors: Qazi A. A. , Ali M. , Jabeen F. , Iqbal R. , Iqbal M. A. , Latif M. , Farooq Z. , Kausar T. , Naz A. , Naqvi S. A. A. , Hussain S. , Mahmood M. T. , Malik K. , Hakim A. , Ullah H. , Tariq N. , Jalbani S.
Published: November 2022

Abstract In the developed countries, the use of OCPs (organochlorine pesticides) has been banned. However, in South Asia several of them are still in use. In Pakistan and India a constant addition of OCPs into the atmosphere has been indicated by various researchers. In this study levels of selected organochlorine pesticide residues were assessed in sediment and biota collected from four (4) water reservoirs (3 Barrages & 1 Siphon) on the River Satluj Pakistan, along 231 miles (372 km) of River stretch which was further divided into 12 sampling sites. It was aimed to find out the levels of organochlorine pesticide (OCPs) residues in sediments and from selected fish species (Labeo rohita, Wallagu attu, Cyprinus carpio) of the River Satluj Pakistan. The Organochlorine residues (seven pesticides) present in samples of sediments and biota were investigated through multi residue method, using Gas Chromatograph (GC-ECD).In the current study, the concentration of DDT, was investigated in Wallago attu (0.786-3.987 ppb), Labeo rohita (0.779-4.355 ppb) and Cyprinus carpio (1.234-5.654 ppb). DDE was also found in Cyprinus carpio (1.244-6.322 ppb), Wallag attu (0.877-4.221 ppb) and Labeo rohita (2.112-5.897 ppb). Aldrin was not observed in Labeo rohita and Wallago attu. Currently, lindane and DDE was found predominately high in the sediments of study area at SZ-4 (Panjnad Barrage) ranging (2.238-8.226 ppb) and (4.234-6.876 ppb), respectively. Heaptachlor was found only at SZ-4 (Panjnad Barrage) from the sediments with concentration ranging (0.032-234 ppb). In short all other residues investigated were found below the MCL (maximum concentration level) in all the compartments of the study area set by various agencies like WHO/FAO- Codex Alimenterious.
Tratamento conservador de isquemia aguda de extremidades em lactente - relato de caso
Authors: Sanches Suzanna Maria Viana , Aquino Maurício de Amorim , Leite Brenda de Lima , Cerqueira Monique Magnavita Borba da Fonseca
Published: November 2022

Resumo A isquemia aguda de extremidades é um evento raro na população pediátrica, com incidência estimada em 26 a cada 100.000 internações, sendo a maioria associada a trauma ou iatrogenia. O tratamento ideal para esses quadros não está bem estabelecido pela literatura, havendo a tendência ao tratamento não invasivo. Relatamos o caso de uma lactente que apresentou isquemia dos quatro membros secundária a complicações hemodinâmicas após realização de cirurgia cardíaca complexa, apresentando preservação tecidual expressiva com o tratamento conservador.
Assisted total thermal ablation: presentation of the ATTA technique
Authors: Amatuzi Daniel , Drummond Daniel Autran Burlier , Poschinger-Figueiredo Douglas , Barbosa-Silva Lucas , Oliveira Julio Cesar Peclat de , Marques Marcos Arêas
Published: November 2022

Abstract Treatment of lower limb chronic venous disease has progressed exponentially over recent decades. The advances achieved have made it possible to develop a proposal for a systematized intravenous laser ablation technique — assisted total thermal ablation (ATTA). The technique constitutes a standardized method for management of axial or tributary veins that are varicosed or esthetically unappealing, whether in the lower limbs or other areas, that can be performed on an outpatient or day-hospital basis. This article describes the processes for preoperative preparation and detailed marking, the materials needed, venous access, anesthesia, calculation of power and energy, the ablation technique itself, follow-up, and adverse events. The ATTA technique is proposed as a tool for treatment of chronic venous disease and of esthetically unappealing veins, suggesting possible extension of the applications for lasers beyond trunk veins to any vein that can be punctured.