bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Handicap, une encyclopédie des savoirs
Authors: Ville Isabelle
Published: December 2015

Depuis les dernières décennies, les contours d’une sociologie du handicap se dessinent nettement. Inspirée par les différents courants de la discipline et transversale à tous ses sous-domaines, elle trouve son unité dans les analyses qu’elle produit des relations complexes entre modalités de traitement social du handicap et expériences individuelles et collectives. Ses premières contributions à la recherche viennent de la sociologie interactionniste, en particulier les études sur la déviance et le stigmate, dans les années 1960, puis de la sociologie de la médecine et de la santé. L’émergence des mouvements collectifs de personnes en situation de handicap et des disability studies , qui s’y sont adossées dans les années 1980, a provoqué une véritable onde de choc contribuant à une reconfiguration radicale des concepts et des représentations du handicap. Aujourd’hui, les controverses s’apaisent et la voie est ouverte pour une approche intégrée qui analyse le handicap comme constitué dans un ensemble de relations au sein d’un collectif composé de personnes et d’objets. De plus en plus de travaux traitent du handicap comme un objet épistémologique, une catégorie d’analyse et d’action efficiente pour repenser les normes de justice sociale et de citoyenneté.
1914-1920 : Comment les Polonais retrouveront-ils leur indépendance ?
Authors: Szymczak Damian
Published: December 2015

La Grande Guerre est perçue, dans la mémoire historique des Polonais à travers le prisme particulier que fut la reconstitution, dans son issue, de la Pologne comme un État indépendant. L’article présente le parcours qui y menait, tracé tant par les circonstances que la guerre déterminait, que par les activités multiples, en partie contradictoires, en partie liées entreprises par les Polonais décidés à servir la cause de leur patrie. Tout en reconnaissant l’importance capitale de la date du novembre 1918, qui signifiait à la fois la fin de la guerre et la proclamation de la Pologne indépendante, l’auteur poursuit son récit jusqu’à l’automne 1920. C’est seulement alors qu’avec la victoire sur les Soviets, l’existence de l’État nouveau-né était assurée au bout du chemin qui, pour les Polonais, durait plus de six années, constituant deux étapes différentes et complémentaires.
Sexuel infantile et vieillissement
Authors: Ferrant Alain
Published: December 2015

Dans cette contribution l’auteur examine le travail du vieillir à la lumière de la sexualité infantile. La crise de la maturité est envisagée comme une réplique de la crise d’adolescence. Elle constitue l’occasion d’une réélaboration de la position dépressive. La notion de gradient d’objectalisation des autoérotismes permet d’aborder la résurgence du sexuel infantile contemporaine de la crise de maturité sous deux aspects. Tantôt le gradient d’emprise peut étouffer et immobiliser l’exigence de travail consécutive au réveil du sexuel infantile. Tantôt les investissements d’objet ouvrent la possibilité d’un élargissement du moi dans le sens d’un travail d’intégration et d’une érotisation des liens objectaux.
L’inachèvement et l’objet
Authors: Giuffrida Amalia
Published: December 2015

L’auteur propose une réflexion sur le concept d’inachèvement, à partir de deux vertex intrinsèquement liés l’un à l’autre : à savoir, à partir de son lien avec l’opposition de l’objet (Winnicott, 1958) et avec la fonction de l’hallucinatoire. Il met en évidence certains avatars psychopathologiques liés aux dysfonctions de l’articulation représentation-perception-hallucination lors de l’expérience de satisfaction originaire. En particulier, il décrit quelques mécanismes qui, faute d’une faille dans la constitution de l’objet transitionnel, peuvent donner lieu à des conduites addictives.
Le destin du sexuel ou la construction de la psyché ou le plaisir de penser
Authors: Reid Wilfrid
Published: December 2015

La construction de la psyché demande une actualisation conjointe de l’expérience de satisfaction et du refoulement originaire comme préalable à l’émergence du caractère ludique du fantasme.
De l’hallucination négative au sexuel infantile
Authors: Matot Jean-Paul
Published: December 2015

S’appuyant sur les difficultés thérapeutiques rencontrées dans le traitement d’un épisode de dépersonnalisation-déréalisation chez un adolescent de dix-sept ans, envisagé sous l’angle des effets de l’hallucination négative comme modalité de traitement du traumatique, l’auteur propose une conception du sexuel infantile comme « attracteur » assurant une première différenciation de l’excitation, engageant la différenciation dedans/dehors, moi/non moi, et la constitution d’enveloppes psychiques plus différenciées.
La théorie du genre est-elle une théorie sexuelle infantile ?
Authors: de Coulon Nicolas
Published: December 2015

La théorie du genre interroge notre conceptualisation et notre pratique de psychanalystes, en particulier quand des patients qui changent de sexe nous de¬- mandent de l’aide. Pour penser cette mutation, nous pouvons compter l’approche freudienne des théories sexuelles infantiles. Celle-ci éclaire la part d’inconscient contenue dans les troubles dans le genre ainsi que la force du sexuel infantile qui s’y manifeste (sexual), comprenant aussi bien un aspect créatif qu’une forte composante de destructivité.
Le sexuel et le genre
Authors: Minazio Nicole
Published: December 2015

Les études sur le genre ne proposent pas de théorie de la sexualité mais critiquent son côté essentialiste, naturaliste et biologisant. On peut dès lors interroger la manière dont les nouvelles formes de sexualité peuvent influencer ou non la question du sexuel, des identifications primaires et des processus pulsionnels dès les débuts de la vie. Le caractère proprement sexuel de la vie sexuelle de l’enfant est inséparable de la survenue du fantasme sexuel, lui-même corrélatif de l’intervention de l’autre.
El final de la General estoria
Authors: Bautista Francisco
Published: December 2015

En este trabajo, se estudia un manuscrito que contiene un texto vernáculo de Bernardo de Brihuega, anteriormente desconocido, que narra las vidas de la Virgen María y de Jesucristo. Después de identificar este texto y de describir sus principales características, se examina su relación con la Sexta Parte de la General estoria, mostrando que la obra de Bernardo de Brihuega fue usada como fuente básica para la historia sagrada de esta sección.
Ofrendas para una entrada: un depósito ritual en la Puerta Oeste de la Bastida de les Alcusses (Moixent, Valencia)
Authors: Vives-Ferrándiz Sánchez Jaime , Iborra Eres Pilar , Bonet Rosado Helena , Pérez Jordà Guillem , Carrión Marco Yolanda , Quesada Sanz Fernando , Ferrer García Carlos , Tortajada Comeche Guillermo
Published: December 2015

En este trabajo se dan a conocer los resultados de las excavaciones llevadas a cabo en la Puerta Oeste de a Bastida de les Alcusses entre los años 2010 y 2011. Asociado a una renovación de las estructuras de la entrada y la muralla, se documentó un depósito de varios centenares de objetos incluyendo herrajes, maderas, armas, cerámica, semillas, frutos, fauna y restos constructivos. Presentamos el estudio multidisciplinar de todos los materiales y las varias líneas de interpretación que nos sugiere este extraordinario contexto.
La Cova de l’Avi (Vallirana, Barcelona) y el inicio del Neolítico final en el Nordeste de la Península Ibérica. Inhumaciones colectivas y nuevas redes de intercambio
Authors: Daura Joan , Sanz Montserrat , Oms F. Xavier , Pedro Mireia , Martínez Pablo , Rubio Ángel , Tejero José-Miguel , Mangado Xavier , Vaquer Jean , López-Cachero Javier , Oliva Mònica , Asensio Antoni , Álvarez Ramón , Fullola Josep Maria , Petit Maria Àngels
Published: December 2015

Entre el Neolítico medio y el Neolítico final en el Nordeste de la Península Ibérica se producen cambios destacados en las pautas funerarias y en la cultura material de los grupos humanos, especialmente en los ajuares y lugares de enterramiento. Durante el Neolítico medio-reciente son
típicas las inhumaciones primarias individuales en fosas con ajuares de cuentas de variscita, sílex melado, vasos cerámicos y puntualmente obsidiana. Por el contrario, durante el Neolítico final se generalizan las inhumaciones colectivas y sucesivas en cuevas y abrigos con ajuares que se caracterizan por la gran disminución de la variscita, sustituida por una gran variedad de colgantes y cuentas en piedra, concha y hueso. Ahora también aparecen las grandes láminas y los puñales de sílex, en ocasiones de procedencia extrapeninsular. La Cova de l’Avi representa en la actualidad el yacimiento cronológicamente más antiguo (c. 4700 BP) en el que se documentan estos nuevos comportamientos funerarios.
La explotación de variscita en el Sinforme de Terena: el complejo minero de Pico Centeno (Encinasola, Huelva)
Authors: Odriozola Carlos P. , Villalobos-García Rodrigo
Published: December 2015

La utilización de adornos de variscita en la Península Ibérica durante la Prehistoria Reciente está muy extendida. Sin embargo sólo se conocen tres afloramientos de este mineral verde con evidencias de minería antigua. Estas páginas presentan los resultados de las prospecciones en uno de ellos, el complejo minero de Pico Centeno (Encinasola, Huelva), donde se han documentado 7 puntos de extracción y 4 minas de tipo trinchera acompañados de utillaje minero prehistórico. La excavación de la mina PCM2 nos permite indagar cómo funcionó la explotación y advertir una tecnología minera diferente a la conocida para otras materias primas como sílex o cobre.
Ocupación humana y monumentalidad durante la Prehistoria Reciente en el islote de Guidoiro Areoso (Ría de Arousa, Pontevedra): investigaciones en el marco de las dinámicas litorales atlánticas actuales
Authors: López-Romero Elías , Prieto Martínez María Pilar , Güimil-Fariña Alejandro , Rey García Jose Manuel , Mañana-Borrazás Patricia , Vilaseco Vázquez X. Ignacio , Otero Vilariño Carlos
Published: December 2015

La ocupación prehistórica del islote de Guidoiro Areoso, en el interior de la Ría de Arousa, es conocida desde finales de los años 1980, cuando los trabajos dirigidos por uno de nosotros descubrieron varios monumentos funerarios de época neolítica y una ocupación de la Edad del Bronce. En los últimos años la erosión ha puesto al descubierto toda una serie de nuevos elementos, en un proceso de alteración de la duna y de la línea de costa que amenaza de forma crítica la integridad del conjunto. Dos de los principales monumentos (Mámoa 5 y Cista 1) y gran parte del paleosuelo que aflora en el sector occidental del islote han quedado destruidos recientemente. Estos procesos se enmarcan en el contexto de las dinámicas litorales actuales y del aumento de los eventos climáticos extremos, que tienen como resultado la exposición, erosión y destrucción del patrimonio litoral a escala global. Por un lado, la reciente puesta en marcha de procedimientos de registro de la erosión contribuye al conocimiento y preservación de las ocupaciones del islote. Por otro, la revisión, ampliación e interpretación de la cerámica de la Edad del Bronce permiten aclarar la cronología del conjunto. El presente artículo da cuenta del estado de la cuestión sobre las ocupaciones de Guidoiro Areoso a la luz de los primeros resultados de estos trabajos. Como consecuencia, se pone de manifiesto la relevancia que el estudio del islote y las metodologías de registro y análisis propuestas adquieren en el contexto de la investigación de las ocupaciones litorales del occidente peninsular y de la fachada atlántica europea.
Phosphatidylinositol-3,4-Bisphosphate and Its Binding Protein Lamellipodin Regulate Chemotaxis of Malignant B Lymphocytes
Authors: Li Hongzhao , Wu Xun , Hou Sen , Malek Mouhannad , Kielkowska Anna , Noh Edward , Makondo Kennedy J. , Du Qiujiang , Wilkins John A. , Johnston James B. , Gibson Spencer B. , Lin Francis , Marshall Aaron J.
Published: December 2015

Cell migration is controlled by PI3Ks, which generate lipid messengers phosphatidylinositol-3,4,5-trisphosphate and phosphatidylinositol-3,4-bisphosphate [PI(3,4)P2] and consequently recruit pleckstrin homology (PH) domain–containing signaling proteins. PI3K inhibition impairs migration of normal and transformed B cells, an effect thought to partly underlie the therapeutic efficacy of PI3K inhibitors in treatment of B cell malignancies such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Although a number of studies have implicated phosphatidylinositol-3,4,5-trisphosphate in cell migration, it remains unknown whether PI(3,4)P2 plays a distinct role. Using the PI(3,4)P2-specific phosphatase inositol polyphosphate 4-phosphatase, we investigate the impact of depleting PI(3,4)P2 on migration behavior of malignant B cells. We find that cells expressing wild-type, but not phosphatase dead, inositol polyphosphate 4-phosphatase show impaired SDF-induced PI(3,4)P2 responses and reduced migration in Transwell chamber assays. Moreover, PI(3,4)P2 depletion in primary chronic lymphocytic leukemia cells significantly impaired their migration capacity. PI(3,4)P2 depletion reduced both overall motility and migration directionality in the presence of a stable chemokine gradient. Within chemotaxing B cells, the PI(3,4)P2-binding cytoskeletal regulator lamellipodin (Lpd) was found to colocalize with PI(3,4)P2 on the plasma membrane via its PH domain. Overexpression and knockdown studies indicated that Lpd levels significantly impact migration capacity. Moreover, the ability of Lpd to promote directional migration of B cells in an SDF-1 gradient was dependent on its PI(3,4)P2-binding PH domain. These results demonstrate that PI(3,4)P2 plays a significant role in cell migration via binding to specific cytoskeletal regulators such as Lpd, and they suggest that impairment of PI(3,4)P2-dependent processes may contribute to the therapeutic efficacy of PI3K inhibitors in B cell malignancies.
Anti-CD20 Antibody with Multimerized Fc Domains: A Novel Strategy To Deplete B Cells and Augment Treatment of Autoimmune Disease
Authors: Zhang Xiaoyu , Olsen Henrik S. , Chen Shaodong , So Edward , Zhou Hua , Burch Erin , Mérigeon Emmanuel Y. , Block David S. , Strome Scott E.
Published: December 2015

We developed a fully recombinant anti-CD20 protein derived from cDNA encoding one Fab domain, two IgG1 Fc regions, the IgG2 hinge, and an isoleucine zipper. This protein, called GB4542, contained both the homodimer and higher-order multimers. Binding studies revealed that GB4542 preferentially bound CD20+ cells yet also recognized CD20−FcγR+ PBMC. In contrast, a control mAb containing the identical Fab region, GB4500, failed to bind CD20−FcγR+ PBMC. Consistent with these findings, interactions between GB4542 and the canonical FcγRs had substantially lower KD values than correlate interfaces between GB4500 and these receptors. At low concentrations, GB4542 showed enhanced Ab-dependent cellular cytotoxicity, Ab-dependent cellular phagocytosis, and complement-dependent cytotoxicity compared with GB4500. However, at higher concentrations, an Fc analog of GB4542 inhibited anti-CD20 mAb–mediated B cell clearance through direct blocking of both Fc–FcγR interactions and C1q deposition on target cells. Furthermore, the higher-order multimer fraction of GB4542 demonstrated greater binding avidity with the canonical FcγRs and was associated with inhibitory effects observed in Ab-dependent cellular phagocytosis and complement-dependent cytotoxicity assays. These data suggest that GB4542 might have utility in the treatment of autoimmune diseases by combining both mAb-mediated B cell depletion and multimerized Fc-mediated tolerogenic effects.
Review of Devices, Packaging, and Materials for Cryogenic Optoelectronics
Authors: Bardalen Eivind , Akram Muhammad Nadeem , Malmbekk Helge , Ohlckers Per
Published: December 2015

In this article, developments and techniques related to optical-fiber-coupled devices operating at cryogenic temperatures are reviewed. These devices include superconducting electronics and photodetectors. Superconducting circuits have a number of suitable characteristics in terms of speed and efficiency, lower power consumption, and traceability to fundamental quantum properties. Thus, applications are found in a number of technologies, such as communication and metrology. Often, the devices are coupled by an optical fiber link to an external source. A suitable design of the optical coupling at cryogenic temperatures entails considerations of electromagnetic behavior, geometry, components, material choices, and customized packaging schemes. Minimizing thermomechanical stresses and deformation is a challenge due to the extreme temperature span, from room temperature to below 10 K. Due to the thermomechanical properties at low temperatures, with high contraction and brittleness of some materials, careful design and testing is dictated for the method of mechanical attachment and alignment techniques to avoid failure. Solutions for the efficient, robust optical coupling remain a challenge for some of these devices.
Reply to: “The Possible Role of Anti-Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Antimicrobial Agents in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis”
Authors: Falcone Marco , Russo Alessandro , Merli Manuela , Venditti Mario
Published: December 2015

We thank Drs. Fiore and Andreana for their comments about our paper.[...]
Enzo Bosimini
Authors: Corrà Ugo
Published: December 2015

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Cardio-respiratory responses of the 6-minute walk test in patients with refractory heart failure during the preoperative period for heart transplant surgery
Authors: Cipriano Jr Gerson , Bernardelli Graziella França , Arena Ross , Oliveira Luis Vicente Franco , Valdez Francisco , Rodrigues Branco João Nelson
Published: December 2015

Background: The six-minute walk test (6MWT) has been used to assess functional capacity, clinical status and prognosis. There are a very few descriptions in the literature on the safety and metabolic impact of the test, especially in patients with severe heart failure, awaiting cardiac transplantation. Objective: The aim of the present study was to assess the cardiovascular responses and correlate the performance on the 6MWT with clinical status. Method: From 15 initial candidates, twelve patients (10 males) aged 52 ± 8 years were submitted to a comprehensive clinical evaluation. The patients performed the 6MWT with electrocardiographic and perceived exertion monitoring in addition to determination of blood lactate concentration. Patients were followed up for 12 months. Results: The patients walked 399.4±122.5 meters, reaching a perceived exertion (PE) of 14.3±1.5 and an increase of 34% in resting heart rate. Two patients exhibited a greater severity of arrhythmia prior to the 6MWT, which did not increase during exertion. Four patients exhibited a significant increase in blood lactate levels (>5 mmol/dL) and three interrupted the test prematurely. The distance walked (D) revealed a correlation with the ejection fraction (%) and functional classification (NYHA). After 12 months of follow up, three patients died and seven were re-hospitalized due to heart failure decompensation. Conclusion: Clinical and electrocardiographic behavior suggests that the 6MWT is safe, but may be considered of high intensity for some patients with severe heart failure. Variables related to the performance on the 6MWT may be associated to worsening clinical status in this population.
Diagnosis and management of dysphagia in patients with tracheostomy tube after cardiac surgery: an early screening protocol
Authors: Scalabrino Naika , Crespi Laura , Bosco Monica , Troisi Emanuele , Vezzaro Gaia , Baravelli Massimo , Picozzi Anna , Rossi Andrea , Cattaneo Paolo , Rossi Cristina , Anzà Claudio
Published: December 2015

SCOPE. Patients with tracheostomy tube after major cardiac surgery undergoing Cardiac Rehabilitation Program often present swallowing disorders that need a specific evaluation. This study aimed at validating the usefulness of a swallowing screen protocol in order to obtain an early assessment of dysphagia and to prevent aspiration, malnutrition and dehydration risks. MATERIALS AND METHODS. The protocol has been applied to 38 consecutive patients with tracheostomy tube after cardiac surgery between September 2007 and December 2009. The average age of patients was 73 ± 6 years; the average value of left ventricular ejection fraction was 41 ± 4%. The protocol included a water swallowing test and a specific swallowing test with blue dye. During tests, the presence of signs of swallowing dysfunction was evaluated and oxygen saturation levels were monitored. RESULTS. Out of 38 patients, 2 did not show any swallowing deficits; 18 showed deficits in the water swallowing test even though they presented a preserved swallowing function during specific swallowing test. All these 20 patients (53%), before discharge, restarted an oral feeding and obtained an adequate body mass index and effective coughing, so they were soon decannulated. Twelve patients (31%) showed deficits during the water swallowing test, confirmed by the specific swallowing test with blue dye: the tracheostomy tube was not removed and a specific program of swallowing rehabilitation was performed. Before discharge all patients restarted an oral feeding, recovered an effective coughing and were decannulated. Six patients (16%), because of persistent dysphagia, underwent percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. None of these 38 patients developed ab ingestis pneumonia, dehydration or malnutrition. CONCLUSIONS. An early assessment of swallowing in patients with tracheostomy tube after cardiac surgery allows the selection of patients with higher aspiration risk, preventing possible severe complications.
Waders (Aves, Charadriiformes) in a Mediterranean remnant wetland: a year-round pilot study evidences contrasting patterns in diversity metrics
Authors: Battisti Corrado , Boano Aldo , Cento Michele , Circosta Amedeo , Muratore Sergio
Published: December 2015

Around a yearly cycle (August 2011 - July 2012), we studied the assemblages of waders (Aves Charadriiformes) occurring in a Mediterranean remnant wetland, obtaining a set of diversity metrics. Mean total abundance shows a complementary pattern when compared to species richness and diversity: the highest values of mean total abundance were observed in December-January, due to high dominance of only one very abundant and gregarious species (the lapwing Vanellus vanellus). On the contrary, in this period, species richness and diversity showed the lowest values. These last metrics were highest in values during the April-September period when a large number of species of conservation concern utilize muddy areas as trophic and stop-over sites, due to the seasonal water stress. The highest values in species turnover index were observed between December-January and February-March when passage migrants (high richness, low abundance) substitute the wintering species (low richness, high abundance). Our data highlight that, in Mediterranean remnant wetlands, strategies should be addressed to increase the muddy suitable areas in the April-September period in order to maximize species richness and diversity. In fact, in these months these habitats host pre- and post-breeding migrant waders of conservation concern.
Anatomical differences in three wing muscles of the Grey heron (Ardea cinerea), the Common buzzard (Buteo buteo) and the Common kestrel (Falco tinnunculus): a possible functional interpretation
Authors: Canova Marco , Bedoni Carla , Harper Valeria , Barazzoni Anna Maria , De Faveri Adriano , Grandis Annamaria
Published: December 2015

In this paper, a description of the coracobrachialis caudalis, the scapulotriceps and the extensor carpi radialis muscles is presented in three different species (Common kestrel, Common buzzard and Grey heron) that exhibit notably differing flight styles. The primary goal of this research is to describe the gross anatomy of species not previously examined. Secondly, we attempt to advance a functional interpretation of the structures studied, to understand if such noticeable differences in flight style could have induced a differentiation in the above mentioned wing muscles. Regarding the coracobrachialis caudalis muscle, the Grey heron exhibited an unusual conformation with two “reversed” heads and a great amount of fibrous bundles. Moreover, the “anchors” of the scapulotriceps muscle were well developed in the Grey heron and vestigial in the Common kestrel, while an intermediate situation was observed in the Common buzzard. In addition, the extensor carpi radialis muscle showed interesting findings concerning the number of heads and their disposition. Our data may corroborate some previously advanced functional interpretation. In particular, the structure of the coracobrachialis muscle is in line with the hypothesis of its role as muscular strut. Moreover, the humeral and scapular anchors could play a role in increasing the scapulotriceps tension during some phases of the beat cycle or it may be involved in maintaining wing posture. Regarding the different number of heads and the disposition of the extensor carpi radialis muscle, we believe that it could play a role in maintaining the wing position. Although a correct functional interpretation can be obtained only through multidisciplinary studies, we believe that an in-depth gross anatomy study should always be conducted beforehand, to serve as basis for further and more specific research.
The Application of the Therapeutic Cycle Model to a Child Group Psychotherapy:
Authors: De Palo Francesca
Published: December 2015

The Therapeutic Cycle Model (TCM), through the computer analysis of the verbal interactions during treatment sessions, helps the therapist  to analyze over time the processes taking place in the context of both individual and group therapies. To date, there is extensive literature on the application of this model to psychotherapy with adults, however, a poorly explored area is the study of the therapeutic process in the context of group interventions in childhood. This paper aims to study the processes of change within a group therapy with children through an analysis of the narratives of each component according to the theoretical perspective of TCM.
Qualitative research in adolescent psychotherapy: attachment and reflective functioning as psychotherapyâ€™s outcomes of an adolescent with anorexia nervosa
Authors: D'Onofrio Ester , Pace Cecilia Serena , Cavanna Donatella
Published: December 2015

The aim of this study was to examine both the change in attachment state of mind and mentalization competencies as outcomes of a two-year weekly psychodynamic psychotherapy of a female adolescent with anorexia nervosa. The Attachment Interview for Childhood and Adolescence (AICA) was administered at pre and post-treatment, and coded both with the attachment coding system and the Reflective Functioning (RF) scale. At the pre-treatment, the anorexic adolescent was assessed as insecure dismissing with very low level of RF, while in the post-treatment a secure attachment model and higher RF were highlighted. The AICA can be considered a useful method to assess the outcomes in adolescent psychotherapy, like the AAI is useful in adult psychotherapy.
Storied images of psychotherapeutic change: approaching children's voices through drawings
Authors: Capella Claudia , Rodrìguez Loreto , Aguila Daniela , Dussert Denise , Lama Ximena , Gutierrez Carolina , Beiza Gretchen
Published: December 2015

Introduction: In the field of child psychotherapy research it is common to evaluate psychotherapeutic change through the perspective of adults, such as the childâ€™s parents or designated therapist. Research that actively includes childrenâ€™s perspectives of psychotherapy generally turn to verbal methods of gathering information, such as interviews. It is important, however, to take into account non-verbal resources that better facilitate expression among children. Aim: This article explores the use of drawings in order to better understand how children view psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic change. It aims to contribute to child and adolescent psychotherapy research by proposing a new methodology. Method: This study presents a single case analysis of the â€œbefore and after psychotherapyâ€ drawing of an eight year-old boy who was sexually abused and successfully completed the psychotherapeutic process due to this experience. Data collection methods include soliciting a drawing and carrying out an in-depth interview, both of which were examined using thematic and visual narrative analysis. Results: Participant drawing provided crucial insight into the psychotherapy process, such as perceived changes in emotional states and personal growth and empowerment, all of which allowed the child to make sense of the abusive experience. Meanings that emerged when analyzing the drawing complement verbal narratives. Discussion: The implications of these results are discussed, highlighting the importance of non-traditional research methodologies that are sensitive to childrenâ€™s developmental needs. Methodologies that consider the developmental characteristics of children allow them to express themselves fully, articulate their narratives and voices, and allow us to reach an understanding of their meanings of their psychotherapeutic processes.
Institutionalized adolescents in therapy: narratives of psychotherapy and healing from sexual abuse
Authors: Beiza Gretchen , Capella Claudia , Dussert Denise , Rodrìguez Loreto , Aguila Daniela , GutiÃ©rrez Carolina , Lama Ximena
Published: December 2015

Adolescent sexual abuse is a pressing social issue worldwide, specifically for institutionalized population that lack access to alternative care such as family-based options. This study examines narratives associated with healing from sexual abuse among teenagers in long-term residential care programs who have successfully completed specialized psychotherapy. Using a qualitative research methodology and multiple case analysis, in-depth interviews were conducted with five adolescents and then analyzed using thematic narrative analysis. Results show two different narrative positions regarding the meanings of healing after an experience of sexual abuse: narratives of healing and in complete healing. In addition, factors that influence the healing process are observed, of which psychotherapy and therapeutic relationships are key. Study participantsâ€™ own voices show the possibilities for generating recovery narratives among adolescents in residential care who have been sexually assaulted, highlighting aspects of therapeutic intervention that may better orientate psychotherapy for this specific group.
A Note on Quaternionic Hyperbolic Ideal Triangle Groups
Authors: Cao Wensheng , Huang Xiaolin
Published: December 2015

In this paper, the quaternionic hyperbolic ideal triangle groups are parametrized by a real one-parameter family {ϕ: s ∊ ℝ}. The indexing parameter s is the tangent of the quaternionic angular invariant of a triple of points in forming this ideal triangle. We show that if , then ϕs is not a discrete embedding, and if s , then ϕs is a discrete embedding.
Endpoint estimates for commutators of singular integrals related to Schrödinger operators
Authors: Dang Ky Luong
Published: December 2015

Let

L= -\Delta+ V

be a Schrödinger operator on

\mathbb R^d

,

d\geq 3

, where

V

is a nonnegative potential,

V\ne 0

, and belongs to the reverse Hölder class

RH_{d/2}

. In this paper, we study the commutators

[b,T]

for

T

in a class

\mathcal K_L

of sublinear operators containing the fundamental operators in harmonic analysis related to

L

. More precisely, when

T\in \mathcal K_L

, we prove that there exists a bounded subbilinear operator

\mathfrak R= \mathfrak R_T\colon H^1_L(\mathbb R^d)\times {\rm BMO}(\mathbb R^d)\to L^1(\mathbb R^d)

such that

(\star)\qquad |T(\mathfrak S(f,b))|- \mathfrak R(f,b)\leq |[b,T](f)|\leq \mathfrak R(f,b) + |T(\mathfrak S(f,b))|,

where

\mathfrak S

is a bounded bilinear operator from

H^1_L(\mathbb R^d)\times {\rm BMO}(\mathbb R^d)

into

L^1(\mathbb R^d)

which does not depend on

T

. The subbilinear decomposition

(\star)

allows us to explain why commutators with the fundamental operators are of weak type

(H^1_L,L^1)

, and when a commutator

[b,T]

is of strong type

(H^1_L,L^1)

.

Also, we discuss the

H^1_L

-estimates for commutators of the Riesz transforms associated with the Schrödinger operator

L

.
The index of symmetry of a flag manifold
Authors: Podestà Fabio
Published: December 2015

We study the index of symmetry of a compact generalized flag manifold

M = G/H

endowed with an invariant Kähler structure. When the group

G

is simple we show that the leaves of symmetry are irreducible Hermitian symmetric spaces which depend only on the invariant complex structure and we estimate their dimension
Exponential integrability of mappings of finite distortion
Authors: Äkkinen Tuomo , Rajala Kai
Published: December 2015

We consider mappings with exponentially integrable distortion whose Jacobian determinants are integrable over the

n

-ball. We show that the boundary extensions of such mappings are exponentially integrable with bounds, and give examples to illustrate that there is not too much room for improvement. This extends the results of Beurling [2], and Chang and Marshall [3], [10] on analytic functions, and Poggi-Corradini and Rajala [14] on quasiregular mappings.
Sharp Estimates and Existence for Anisotropic Elliptic Problems with General Growth in the Gradient
Authors: Della Pietra Francesco , Gavitone Nunzia
Published: December 2015

In this paper, we prove sharp estimates and existence results for anisotropic nonlinear elliptic problems with lower order terms depending on the gradient. Our prototype is:

\left\{ \begin{alignedat}{2} -\mathcal Q_{p}u &=[H(Du)]^{q}+f(x)&\quad &\text{in }\Omega,\\ u&=0&&\text{on }\partial \Omega. \end{alignedat} \right.

Here

\Omega

is a bounded open set of

\mathbb R^{N}

,

N\ge 2

,

0 < p-1 < q \le p < N

, and

\mathcal Q_{p}

is the anisotropic operator

\mathcal Q_{p} u =\mathrm {div} \left( [H(Du)]^{p-1}H_{\xi}(Du) \right),

where

H

is a suitable norm of

\mathbb R^{N}

. Moreover,

f

belongs to a suitable Marcinkiewicz space.
Etude expérimentale du traitement par évaporation forcée des lixiviats des déchets ménagers. Cas de la ville de Kasbah Tadla
Authors: Benyoucef F. , El Ghmari A. , Ouatmane A.
Published: December 2015

The aim of our work is the development of an evaporation technique for the treatment of leachate from household waste in the city of Kasba Tadla to avoid rejection permanently in nature. taking into account the characteristics of the selected site which has a warm climate with temperatures that exceed 50 °C during the summer period we favored a forced evaporation processing mode. several models have been tested, the alternatives given on the position of the evaporation pans relative to the ground, coverage evaporation pans by glass plates and their angle of inclination and the presence or absence of systems agitation and ventilation. The tests were used to develop a final evaporation model forced with glass plates inclined with a stirring system of leachate. forced evaporation of leachate testing have helped reduce the time of evaporation of leachate by 50% approximately relative to natural evaporation and 30% compared to evaporation with plates of horizontal glass. the power evaporating of this technique from a value of 0,37 mm/day to reach a value of 1,5 mm/day during the winter period. the model developed shows evaporation performance and effectiveness for the treatment of leachate so it stands out as alterative techniques for the treatment of leachate.

L’objectif de ce travail est le développement d’une technique d’évaporation pour le traitement des lixiviats de la décharge de la ville de Kasba Tadla au Maroc. du fait des caractéristiques du site qui présente un climat chaud avec des températures qui dépassent 50 °c pendant la période d’été, un mode de traitement par évaporation forcée a été étudié. les paramètres étudies sont la position des bacs d’évaporation par rapport au sol, la couverture des bacs d’évaporation à l’aide de plaques vitrées, l’angle d’inclinaison des plaques et la présence ou non des systèmes d’agitation et de ventilation. les essais ont permis de sélectionner un modelé d’évaporation forcée avec des plaques inclinées et un système d’agitation du lixiviat. le système d’évaporation forcée développe a permis de réduire le temps d’évaporation des lixiviats d’environ 50 % par rapport à une évaporation naturelle et de 30 % par rapport à une évaporation avec des plaques horizontales. il a également permis d’augmenter la vitesse d’évaporation de 0,37 mm/j à 1,5 mm/j pendant la période hivernale. les performances d’évaporation obtenues permettent ainsi de valider le système comme technique altérative pour le traitement des lixiviats.
Clinical Decision Support and Palivizumab
Authors: Hogan A. , Michel J. , Localio A.R. , Karavite D. , Song L. , Ramos M.J. , Fiks A.G. , Lorch S. , Grundmeier R.W. , Utidjian L.H.
Published: December 2015

Background and Objectives: Palivizumab can reduce hospitalizations due to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), but many eligible infants fail to receive the full 5-dose series. The efficacy of clinical decision support (CDS) in fostering palivizumab receipt has not been studied. We sought a comprehensive solution for identifying eligible patients and addressing barriers to palivizumab administration.

Methods: We developed workflow and CDS tools targeting patient identification and palivizumab administration. We randomized 10 practices to receive palivizumab-focused CDS and 10 to receive comprehensive CDS for premature infants in a 3-year longitudinal cluster-randomized trial with 2 baseline and 1 intervention RSV seasons.

Results: There were 356 children eligible to receive palivizumab, with 194 in the palivizumab-focused group and 162 in the comprehensive CDS group. The proportion of doses administered to children in the palivizumab-focused intervention group increased from 68.4% and 65.5% in the two baseline seasons to 84.7% in the intervention season. In the comprehensive intervention group, proportions of doses administered declined during the baseline seasons (from 71.9% to 62.4%) with partial recovery to 67.9% during the intervention season. The palivizumab-focused group improved by 19.2 percentage points in the intervention season compared to the prior baseline season (p < 0.001), while the comprehensive intervention group only improved 5.5 percentage points (p = 0.288). The difference in change between study groups was significant (p = 0.05).

Conclusions: Workflow and CDS tools integrated in an EHR may increase the administration of palivizumab. The support focused on palivizumab, rather than comprehensive intervention, was more effective at improving palivizumab administration.
A Preliminary internet survey of pet rabbit owners’ characteristics
Authors: Oxley J.A. , Previti A. , Alibrandi A. , Briefer E.F. , Passantino A.
Published: December 2015

This study aimed to conduct a preliminary survey to investigate basic ownership factors, frequency of microchipping and insurance and views of pet rabbit owners  n these areas and general rabbit management. More specifically, we aimed to investigate whether owners possess insurance, whether their rabbits are microchipped, and owners’ views on the recommendations relating to rabbits (e.g. recommended enclosure sizes) and the law. A questionnaire was designed and promulgated through social media sites and rabbit forums. A total of 1183 responses were received. Just over 29% of respondents sourced their rabbits through rescue centres. 73.9% (867/1174) of owners stated that they had no pet insurance for their rabbits. Concerning microchips, 78.3% (919/1173) of rabbits were not microchipped, while 21.7% (254/1173) were. This preliminary study found that the majority of individuals are of the opinion that the relevant law is insufficiently publicised. A more detailed study would be beneficial to investigate and provide further insight into rabbit owners and their views and concerns for rabbits. The results of such a study could help formulate rabbit-related information and guidelines which in turn could have a direct impact on pet rabbit welfare.
Determination of enzyme activity in rabbit seminal plasma and its relationship with quality semen parameters
Authors: Viudes de Castro M.P. , Casares-Crespo L. , Monserrat-Martínez A. , Vicente J.S.
Published: December 2015

The objective of this study was to determine rabbit seminal plasma enzyme activity. Furthermore, correlations between semen parameters and enzyme activity and male age were examined. The study was performed using 17 New Zealand White males from 5 to 9 mo old. Overall, 252 semen samples were collected from bucks from May to September. Semen characteristics were analysed and the seminal plasma was obtained by centrifugation. The activities of alanyl aminopeptidase (APN), aspartate transaminase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), γ-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) and alkaline phosphatase (ALKP) in the seminal plasma fluid were measured. Significant differences between males were found in APN, GGT, LDH, ALKP and ALT activities (P<0.05). No significant differences between enzyme activity and male age were found. We also observed significant positive correlations between male age and sperm concentration (r=0.26), progressive motility (r=0.17) and amplitude of lateral head displacement (r=0.21), and negative ones between male age and average path velocity (r=–0.56), velocity of the sperm head along its actual curvilinear path (r=–0.61), straight line velocity (r=–0.50), linearity index (r=–0.13), and cytoplasmic droplet (r=–0.33). Furthermore, a significant negative correlation between APN activity and the status of the acrosome (r=–0.20) and significant positive correlations between APN activity and the sperm abnormalities (r=0.21), GGT activity and sperm concentration (r=0.34) and the status of the acrosome (r=0.31), and ALKP activity and sperm concentration were observed (r=0.41). In our study, APN and GGT seem to be the most predictive enzymes for rabbit semen quality.
Reattachment of Fractured Mandibular Incisor using Fiber-reinforced Post in a 12-year-old Patient: A 3-year Follow-up
Authors: Karthikeyani Shanmugasundaram , Thirumurthy Velliangattur Ramasamy , Bindhoo Yuvaraja
Published: December 2015

The incidence of coronal fractures from traumatic injuries is high in school children and causes serious functional, esthetic and psychological problems. Dentists are confronted on a regular basis with their management. Reattachment of a fractured fragment, though not a new technique, is gaining interest as a treatment option. This is due to its advantages over other techniques and advancements in adhesive dentistry. This manuscript presents a 3-year follow-up of a case of complicated permanent mandibular central incisor fracture (no cases reported in literature), that was successfully treated by fragment reattachment using a fiber-reinforced post and discusses the factors affecting the success of reattachment technique.

How to cite this article

Karthikeyani S, Thirumurthy VR, Bindhoo Y. Reattachment of Fractured Mandibular Incisor using Fiber-reinforced Post in a 12-year-old Patient: A 3-year Follow-up. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2015;5(3):86-89.
Effect of Neem containing Toothpaste on Plaque and Gingivitis—A Randomized Double Blind Clinical Trial
Authors: Supreetha S , Abhishek KN , Khan S Nubesh , Chaithanya KH , Abdul Nishad
Published: December 2015

Aim

The present study was designed to assess the effect of toothpaste containing neem on plaque and gingivitis.

Materials and methods

Randomized, double blind clinical trial was designed. Thirty first year dental students volunteered to participate in the study. Neem containing tooth paste was used as an intervention. Clinical examination was carried out using Silness and Loe plaque index (PI) and Loe and Silness gingival index (GI). Independent t-test and paired t-test was used for the intergroup and the intragroup comparison.

Results

Out of 30 participants, 22 (73.3%) were females and eight (26.7%) were males. A statistically significant difference was found between the test and control group after intervention with respect to the PI and GI.

Conclusion

Neem containing toothpaste can be used as an adjunct for maintenance of oral hygiene.

Clinical significance

Regular brushing with neem toothpaste might act as an adjunct to maintenance of good oral hygiene, and thus improve oral health.

How to cite this article

Abhishek KN, Supreetha S, Sam G, Khan SN, Chaithanya KH, Abdul N. Effect of Neem containing Toothpaste on Plaque and Gingivitis—A Randomized Double Blind Clinical Trial. J Contemp Dent Pract 2015;16(11):880-883.
Audit and feedback to reduce inappropriate Full Blood Count pathology testing
Authors: Gardiner Fergus William
Published: December 2015

Objective: This study was designed to reduce inappropriate Full Blood Count (FBC) pathology testing on specific hospital wards. It was hoped that by auditing requested Full Blood Counts, the researcher would be able to determine and benchmark appropriateness before conducting feedback interventions to promote appropriate pathology test ordering.Methods: To reduce inappropriate Full Blood Count pathology test ordering, the researcher audited patient notes and pathology test request forms in June 2015 before conducting audit and feedback interventions in July, August, and September 2015 on the hospital ward areas. The feedback intervention consisted of auditing patient notes, pathology request forms, and the local pathology clinical integration systems to determine Full Blood Count appropriateness. This data was then communicated to the attending doctor and requesting doctor during feedback sessions. To conceptualize appropriate pathology test ordering, the researchers highlighted the “Framework for analysis of test ordering” during scheduled feedback sessions. It was hypothesized that audit and feedback would decrease the amount of inappropriate Full Blood Counts ordered.Results: After receiving the audit and feedback intervention, clinicians were more likely not to order inappropriate Full Blood Counts (64.60% vs. 23.40%), specifically providing adequate clinical reasoning for the test, t(4.6706) = 0.0429, p = .05.Conclusions: This study found that audit and feedback sessions significantly improved appropriate pathology test ordering and the clinical reasoning associated with Full Blood Counts.
Recursive Deviance Information Criterion for the Hidden Markov Model
Authors: Kadhem Safaa K. , Hewson Paul , Kaimi Irene
Published: December 2015

In Bayesian model selection, the deviance information criterion (DIC) has become a widely used criterion. It is however not defined for the hidden Markov models (HMMs). In particular, the main challenge of applying the DIC for HMMs is that the observed likelihood function of such models is not available in closed form. A closed form for the observed likelihood function can be obtained either by summing all possible hidden states of the complete likelihood using the so-called the forward recursion, or via integrating out the hidden states in the conditional likelihood. Hence, we propose two versions of the DIC to the model choice problem in HMMs context, namely, the recursive deviance-based DIC and the conditional likelihood-based DIC. In this paper, we compare several normal HMMs after they are estimated by Bayesian MCMC method. We conduct a simulation study based on synthetic data generated under two assumptions, namely diversity in the heterogeneity level and also the number of states. We show that the recursive deviance-based DIC performs well in selecting the correct model compared with the conditional likelihood-based DIC that prefers the more complicated models. A real application involving the waiting time of Old Faithful Geyser data was also used to check those criteria. All the simulations were conducted in Python v.2.7.10, available from first author on request.