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On the issue of the responsibility of convicts for evading serving sentences not related to isolation from society
Authors: Karkhanina L. V.
Published: November 2024

The inevitability of punishment is the main condition for ensuring the effectiveness of its implementation. Institute of Responsibility persons evading serving criminal sentences, is intersectoral and represents a special legal form of response of the state, represented by authorized bodies and officials, to the behavior of convicts that does not meet established requirements. The core of this institution is the provisions of penal legislation. In the article, the author analyzes the legal consequences of persons evading serving sentences not related to isolation from society. The research objectives were: differentiation of types of legal liability for evasion from serving sentences, consideration of signs characteristic of malicious evasion from serving sentences not related to isolation from society, as well as analysis of judicial practice on these issues. Based on the results of the study, the author proposes a classification of convicts evading serving sentences, identifying signs of malicious evasion from serving sentences not associated with isolation from society, which vary depending on the type of punishment in question. The idea of the need to exclude the evaluative position of the courts when establishing the fact of malicious evasion of a convicted person from serving a sentence is substantiated, and it is also determined that replacing the unserved part of the sentence with a more severe one and adding restrictions previously established by the court are special types of criminal liability.
On the conflict of norms on criminal liability of special subjects for encroachment on life and health of a newborn or unborn child
Authors: Klenova T. V. , Nurkayeva T. N.
Published: November 2024

From the standpoint of Russian criminal law, the life and health of an unborn child are not independent objects of criminal and legal protection. This article shows that the government can use more opportunities to guarantee the life and health of not only a pregnant woman, but also an unborn child, as well as a newborn child. The article pays special attention to the problem of conflict of norms on the responsibility of special subjects of illegal artificial termination of pregnancy. With the actual complicity of subjects of different types in the illegal termination of pregnancy: 1) a pregnant woman; 2) a person who is not a medical professional; and (or) 3) a medical worker – the qualification of the deed must be carried out in accordance with the principle of individual responsibility, by choosing one of the related elements of crimes with the corresponding sign of a special subject. However, at present, the legal question of the basis of a woman’s responsibility for illegal termination of pregnancy has not been resolved, and it is not clear by what criteria the legislation differentiates the administrative and criminal liability of medical workers and other persons for the same acts (Article 6.32 of the Administrative Code of the Russian Federation and Article 123 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation). In recent years, scientific studies have appeared justifying the expediency of criminalizing a number of socially dangerous acts committed by pregnant women and women in labor (maternity hospitals). The position of the authors of this article is only partially consistent with the proposals made. The authors of the article do not question the right of a woman to make an independent decision on the birth of a child, but recognize as justified the criminal law prohibition on artificial termination of pregnancy when there are no circumstances of a medical or social nature that exclude or significantly reduce the public danger of this act. The article argues that the range of new types of acts committed by maternity hospitals proposed in the doctrine for the purpose of criminalization is unreasonably expanded, in particular, there are no grounds for criminalizing the murder of a terminally ill newborn child by a mother on the grounds of compassion;intentional infliction by a mother of minor harm to the health of a newborn child, as well as causing death by negligence to a newborn child by a mother who is in a state of intoxication.
Current issues in the theory and practice of legal regulation policy of Arctic states policy in the Arctic Region
Authors: Gavrilenko V. A. , Goloveiko I. V. , Utkin N. I.
Published: November 2024

The presented article examines the current problems and directions for development of the legal regulation policy of Arctic Region states policy in the Arctic area, which represents a macro-region of geopolitical, defense, economic, environmental, legal and scientific interests. The purpose of the study is to analyze the main features and problems of the political, legal and economic regime of the Arctic, which are directly influenced by the national interests of the Arctic states, including the Russian Federation. The authors consider an influence of national interests of the Arctic states on legal regime in the Arctic area, and also study the features of policies of these countries in the Arctic zone. Particular attention is paid to policies and strategic interests of the Russian Federation in this region, which determine national and international legal regulation. One of the main problematic issues is to simultaneously ensure compliance with national interests of the Arctic states and mutually beneficial international cooperation between them. The Arctic is a region of strategic interests, but in recent years it has become a region of confrontation and rivalry. There is an unconstructive policy of a number of Arctic states regarding participation and compliance with the interests of the Russian Federation in international institutions and organizations. Reasonable agreements and compromises are needed that take into account the interests of our country, as stated in international agreements, which should ensure the absence of disputes and conflicts in development of the Arctic.
Dynamic Facial Reanimation for Facial Palsy
Authors: Varghese Sony P , Al Hashmi Shaikhan NM , Al Hadhrami Al Anood
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The goal of facial reanimation for facial palsy is to restore resting facial symmetry and dynamic facial motion that mirrors the opposite side as closely as possible. This study aimed to evaluate the restoration of oral commissure symmetry at rest and during excursion among patients with facial paralysis treated with free gracilis muscle transfer. Methods: This study included 9 patients who underwent facial reanimation with free gracilis muscle transfer at Khoula Hospital, Muscat, Oman, from 2019 to 2022. Children under 14 underwent a 2-stage surgery, while those above 14 underwent single-stage reconstruction. Results: The average age among the cohorts was 24 years. Overall, 5 cases underwent a 2-stage facial animation, 4 underwent single-stage reconstruction and 1 patient had free flap loss following the free gracilis muscle transfer. The mean time for noticing recovery was 3 months postoperatively. Early recovery was noted in patients who underwent single-stage free gracilis muscle transfer with motor innervation from the ipsilateral nerve to the masseter compared to the cross-facial nerve transfer. Good patient satisfaction (88.9%) was observed following the procedure. Conclusion: This study observed earlier recovery in patients who had undergone single-stage free gracilis muscle transfer with motor innervation from the ipsilateral nerve to the masseter compared to the cross-facial nerve transfer. The oral commissure symmetry at rest and during excursion among patients with facial paralysis treated with free gracilis muscle transfer in Oman was found to be near normal.
A Prospective Cohort Study on the Effect of Antiseizure Medications on Thyroid Function in Children Aged 6 Months to 12 Years with Epilepsy
Authors: Mohankumar Shivaprasad , Rameshkumar Ramachandran , Selvan Tamil , Nandeesha Hanumanthappa , CG Delhikumar
Published: November 2024

Objectives: This study aimed to explore the effect of antiseizure medications (ASM) on thyroid function in children with epilepsy. Methods: A prospective study involving children between 6 months and 12 years of age with new-onset seizures who took ASM within 2 months was conducted in the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, India, between August 2019 to March 2022. Thyroid function tests—free T3, free T4 and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)—were done at baseline and after completing 3 months by competitive immunoassay using direct chemiluminescent technology. The primary outcome was the proportion of patients diagnosed with thyroid dysfunction (subclinical or overt hypothyroidism). Results: In total, 126 patients were enrolled. Median (interquartile range [IQR]) age and follow-up months were 10 years (7–12) and 6 months (4–8), respectively. Most patients (n = 103, 81.7%) had generalised seizures, while the remaining (n = 23, 18.3%) had focal seizures. There was a significant difference noted in median (IQR) TSH (micro- IU/mL) at baseline (2.08 [1.41–3.31]) and follow-up (2.56 [1.65–4.14]; P ≤0.001). Thyroid dysfunction (subclinical hypothyroidism) was noted in 7 patients. Among the 7 children with subclinical hypothyroidism, 6 (4.8%) were on sodium valproate either as monotherapy (n = 3, 2.4%) or polytherapy (n = 3, 2.4%), while the remaining child was on phenytoin. No difference was noted between the monotherapy and polytherapy groups (4% versus 11.5%; P = 0.15). Conclusion: The incidence of thyroid dysfunction (subclinical hypothyroidism) was 5.6% in children taking ASM with a median follow-up period of 6 months. A longer follow-up period and larger sample size study is warranted in the future.
Mapping for Reconnection
Authors: Ingram Rebekah R. , Horn-Miller Kahente
Published: November 2024

Indigenous place names contain knowledge of the landscape and encode unique perceptions of landscapes with which Indigenous Peoples have interacted for hundreds, often thousands, of years. However, many Indigenous place names have been lost as a result of colonization. Furthermore, many of these have been replaced with colonial place names, and their loss contributes to overall language attrition. In turn, the loss of language makes it difficult, or even impossible, to understand the concepts embedded within Indigenous place names that do remain in use. The documentation and conservation of place names is thus an important aspect of Indigenous language preservation and revitalization that can help facilitate reconnection with the language and the land. This paper outlines the Atlas of Kanyen'kehá:ka Space digital atlas project, an initiative that uses digital mapping to aid in the documentation and revitalization of the Kanyen'kéha (Mohawk) language through community participatory mapping of Kanyen'kéha place names and landscape-related language. It describes the initial stages of the Atlas of Kanyen'kehá:ka Space project, including its theoretical framework, the O'nonna model, and its community-based participatory methodology for digital mapping. It reports on a series of mapping workshops within three Kanyen'kehá:ka communities and shares initial findings and future directions for the project.
Contemplating on human dignity: who counts as human?
Authors: Jafari Seyed Abdosaleh , Tavasoli Nafiseh , Tavasoli Hanieh , Abedi Soheil , Fayaz-Bakhsh Ahmad , Araminia Behin
Published: November 2024

The fundamental topic in humanities is clearly the study of humans. Neglecting the understanding and recognition of humans can hinder us from achieving generalizable results and may lead us toward arbitrary and group-based decisions. Failure to distinguish between biological species up to the point of denying the objectivity of species, conflicts between nominalists and realists, and limitations of logical definitions are problems that will be addressed in this article.In this study, it is argued that there is no universal definition for human beings as a biological species. Therefore, from a philosophical perspective, the rights and characteristics that are associated with humans in humanities cannot be attributed to human beings as a mere biological species. In an attempt to settle this issue, a minimal shared definition of “human” (as a philosophical entity) that encompasses differences and exceptions has been accepted and recognized. It is evident that an attachment cannot stand on the same level as the essence, and discussions regarding their incorporation should be considered. In this article, it has been concluded that the criteria for the philosophical human are self-awareness and freedom of choice, and offering a definition for “human” will be founded on these two features.
2024 Basque Country Competitiveness Report. Inclusion: Motor of Competitiveness and Wellbeing
Authors: Aizpuru Imanol , Alkorta Maddalen , Aranguren Mari José , Canto Patricia , Elola Aitziber , Franco Susana , Gamboa Juan P. , Garmendia Aitor , Gil de San Vicente Ibon , Kamp Bart , Larrea Macarena , Mosquera Stephania , Murciego Asier , Oleaga Mercedes , Patús Elsa , Peletier Carla , Retegi Jabier , Sánchez Ander , Sisti Eduardo , Vázquez Rakel , Wilson James R. , Zhukova Sofia ,   Universidad de Deusto
Published: November 2024

The 2024 Competitiveness Report explores the transversal axis of inclusion with the aim of reflecting on the challenges we face to ensure inclusive competitiveness that
can generate inclusive wellbeing. The Report begins with an analysis of the Basque Country's global performance in competitiveness and wellbeing, presenting the most recent evolution in 66 indicators organised by our territorial competitiveness for wellbeing framework. We then combine conceptual reflection on the importance of inclusion in sustaining a territory's competitiveness and wellbeing with empirical analysis of three dimensions of inclusion — place of origin, gender and age — in the competitiveness and wellbeing of the Basque Country.
Valuación del capital social de empresas privadas. Una aplicación práctica de la normatividad en materia de precios de transferencia en México
Authors: Landa Fournais Luis Enrique
Published: November 2024

Este ensayo expone una aplicación práctica de la normatividad vigente en materia de precios de transferencia que forma parte de la Ley del Impuesto sobre la Renta en México. Se presenta un caso en donde una compañía mexicana enajena acciones de dos subsidiarias a una empresa relacionada. Después de presentar los criterios para la selección de comparables, se realiza el ejercicio de valuación aplicando la metodología de múltiplos. Posteriormente, se encuadran los resultados dentro de un rango intercuartil previsto en la legislación fiscal mexicana. Finalmente, se presentan dos resultados opuestos: el primero, en donde el precio de venta cumple el estándar de arm’s length, y el segundo, en donde la enajenación de las acciones se encuentra fuera del rango de precios que hubiesen pactado partes independientes en operaciones y situaciones similares. Como consecuencia, se realiza el ajuste correspondiente por precios de transferencia.
El impuesto sobre la renta de las personas naturales residentes fiscales en Colombia y México a 2022. Un análisis comparativo desde su clasificación y depuración
Authors: Loaiza Franco Jaime Andrey
Published: November 2024

El impuesto de renta de las personas naturales es un mecanismo de recaudo que los Estados utilizan para la obtención de recursos, por lo cual, se debe tener en cuenta la capacidad contributiva del contribuyente al momento de establecer los elementos, las deducciones, las exenciones, los ingresos no gravados y los límites del impuesto. En este contexto, la investigación analiza las semejanzas y diferencias en la aplicación del impuesto sobre la renta de las personas naturales en México y Colombia a 2022. Para cumplir el objetivo se realizó análisis de los ingresos, deducciones y tarifas permitidas; y por medio de la aplicación de diez casos con los dos países, se obtuvo que México tiene un mejor recaudo que Colombia, lo que permite apreciar que, para estar en mejores niveles de recaudo como miembro de la OCDE, se deben aumentar las tarifas del impuesto y disminuir la base gravable.
Del régimen de cambios internacionales aplicable a la inversión extranjera directa en los países miembros de la Alianza del Pacífico
Authors: Sosa Useche Jessica Alejandra
Published: November 2024

La internalización de los mercados y la globalización de las economías ha generado el incremento en los movimientos de capital entre países, acrecentando la inversión extranjera en Estados cuyas economías se encuentran en crecimiento. Es entonces cuando toma relevancia analizar los regímenes cambiarios aplicables a las inversiones extranjeras en los países de la región, en este caso, los países miembros de la Alianza del Pacífico. Para ello se identificarán las diferencias que se presentan entre los mismos y cómo pueden atenuar o incrementar el interés de los inversionistas de participar en los mercados locales.
Análisis de la incidencia de los beneficios en la eficiencia fiscal y los desafíos que esto implica para el desarrollo del sector agropecuario. Colombia y México
Authors: Hernández Romero Angélica
Published: November 2024

El objetivo del artículo es reflexionar sobre la influencia de los beneficios tributarios en el entramado de la eficiencia fiscal y el desarrollo del sector agropecuario, utilizando la metodología estudio de caso. Se detallan las similitudes y diferencias de los sistemas tributarios de Colombia y México, de acuerdo con los pilares de la teoría de la tributación óptima. Lo que se pretende es ilustrar a través de un análisis cualitativo la descripción abierta de las realidades múltiples del funcionamiento óptimo de un sistema tributario, para reconocer que “la eficiencia también es cuestión del control que realiza el país sobre el gasto fiscal” (Collosa, 2017). En el análisis se estudia el gasto fiscal como instrumento de la política fiscal y se reconocen las distintas posturas sobre qué tan importantes o perjudiciales son los beneficios tributarios, en el desarrollo de la tributación óptima y la gestión eficiente del recurso económico en un país.
Jurisprudencia tributaria
Authors: Piza Rodríguez Julio Roberto
Published: November 2024

El presente artículo da cuenta de las decisiones jurisprudenciales, en materia tributaria y aduanera, emitidas por la Corte Constitucional y la Sección Cuarta del Consejo de Estado, en 2023. Este estudio reseña los fallos que han tenido un impacto significativo en la interpretación y aplicación de las normas tributarias y aduaneras en Colombia, destacando los principios y criterios adoptados por estas altas cortes.
Socjologia męskości
Authors: Kluczyńska Urszula , Kłonkowska Anna M.
Published: November 2024

Celem książki jest przybliżenie najbardziej popularnych i najczęściej stosowanych teorii w obrębie krytycznych studiów nad mężczyznami i męskościami. Wybrane teorie zostały przybliżone, przeanalizowane i zobrazowane przykładami badań. W rozdziale pierwszym opisano rozwój studiów nad mężczyznami i męskościami w Polsce na tle kultury Zachodu. Ponadto wskazano perspektywy oraz teorie wykorzystywane w polskich socjologicznych studiach nad mężczyznami i męskościami. W kolejnych rozdziałach scharakteryzowano założenia kolejnych koncepcji, przedyskutowano i zniuansowano ich specyfikę, omówiono krytykę. Przybliżono: teorię męskości hegemonicznej, założenia męskości toksycznej, teorię męskości hybrydowych, męskości inkluzywnej, męskości opiekuńczych, kobiecych męskości i koncepcję „otwartych” i „zamkniętych” męskości.
Edukacja młodzieży w prasie społeczno-kulturalnej i pedagogicznej Królestwa Polskiego w latach 1905–1914
Authors: Krakowiak Małgorzata Maria
Published: November 2024

Książka jest swoistą rekonstrukcją publicystycznego wizerunku wychowania i kształcenia młodzieży w okresie dorastania. W tym obszarze daje możliwość poznania różnych stanowisk: pedagogów, psychologów, działaczy ruchów społecznych i feministycznych, a także duchowieństwa i ludzi pióra (pisarzy i naukowców). Jest bardzo dobrze udokumentowana źródłowo, zawiera pogłębioną refleksją naukową. Dla czytelnika będzie niewątpliwie wędrówką przez dzieje Królestwa Polskiego i poznaniem problemów młodzieży, jej życia codziennego. Będzie także przygodą poznawczą, gdyż liczne ilustracje dadzą wyobrażenie opisywanych czasów i obyczajowości. Publikacja może też służyć historykom wychowania, historykom socjologii, prasoznawcom i przedstawicielom innych nauk, a także osobom zainteresowanym historią oraz dziejami życia codziennego. To praca ważna, potrzebna i powinna znaleźć się w obiegu naukowym.
Z recenzji prof. dr hab. Janiny Kamińskiej
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Bez wątpienia publikacja reprezentuje bardzo dobry warsztat pracy naukowej zarówno pod względem narracji, jak i prowadzonych (w pełni poprawnie) analiz materiałów źródłowych. Należy zwrócić uwagę na przyjętą w niej nowatorską perspektywę badawczą, dzięki której edukacja młodzieży przedstawiona na łamach prasy społeczno-kulturalnej i pedagogicznej Królestwa Polskiego w latach 1905–1914 została nie tylko opisana, ale przede wszystkim zinterpretowana przez pryzmat ówczesnych przeobrażeń modernizacyjnych. Monografia wpisuje się w najnowszy trend rozważań na temat historii życia codziennego i społecznej historii wychowania. Z pewnością wypełni lukę w badaniach nad młodzieżą żyjącą na początku XX wieku w Królestwie Polskim. Jest poznawczo interesująca, wartościowa i oryginalna.
Z recenzji dr hab. Katarzyny Kabacińskiej-Łuczak, prof. UAM
Impressions des îles du Cap Vert
Authors: Ferlin Guy
Published: November 2024

Les îles du Cap-Vert, dont la plus proche de la côte africaine se trouve à plus de 500 kilomètres du Cap-Vert lui-même, sont le prolongement insulaire du Sahel africain. Leur climat est encore plus capricieux que celui du Sahel continental et les précipitations extrêmement irrégulières ne favorisent pas la végétation.Les habitants de ces îles ont dû déployer beaucoup d'énergie et d'ingéniosité pour exploiter au mieux les maigres ressources dont ils disposent. Des travaux de conservation des sols ont été entrepris et des projets de reboisement mis en œuvre. Cette volonté de triompher des mauvaises conditions naturelles et de tirer parti de ce qui existe fait que les perspectives d'avenir de cet archipel ne sont pas aussi mauvaises qu'on pourrait l'imaginer.
Zagadnienia odpowiedzialności karnej za utrudnianie wykonywania działalności związkowej
Authors: Kowalski Sebastian
Published: November 2024

W opracowaniu poddano analizie dogmatycznoprawnej zakres karnoprawnej ochrony przed utrudnianiem wykonywania działalności związków zawodowych. W polskim prawie karnym utrudnianie wykonywania tej działalności jest przestępstwem zagrożonym grzywną albo karą ograniczenia wolności. Ponadto w artykule poruszone zostały niektóre zagadnienia karnoprocesowe dotyczące tego rodzaju spraw, a zwłaszcza status organizacji związkowej w postępowaniu karnym. Przeprowadzona analiza prowadzi do wniosku, że aktualne uregulowania normatywne wymagają zmian. W ocenie autora dobrym rozwiązaniem byłoby dokonanie zmian legislacyjnych ograniczających zakres penalizacji. Część czynów zabronionych stanowiących aktualnie przestępstwa powinna być wykroczeniami, a uprawnienia oskarżyciela publicznego w sprawach wykroczeniowych powinny przysługiwać inspektorom pracy.
Inspekcja pracy jako element ładu społeczno-prawnego
Authors: Makowski Dariusz
Published: November 2024

Powszechnie akceptowane jest zapatrywanie, że inspekcja pracy, sprawująca nadzór nad przestrzeganiem prawa pracy, jest jednym z kluczowych gwarantów ładu społeczno-prawnego w tej dziedzinie. Celem artykułu jest weryfikacja trafności i aktualności tego zapatrywania. Nasuwają się też pytania o charakter, prawną naturę oraz zakres występowania przez inspekcję w tej roli. Wymaga to odniesienia się do takich pojęć jak ład społeczny oraz ład prawny. Tytułowe zagadnienie skłania ponadto do spojrzenia na inspekcję pracy w kontekście historycznych uwarunkowań powołania do życia pierwszych organów tego typu. Na szczególną uwagę zasługują w związku z tym dzieje polskiej inspekcji pracy. W artykule podjęta także zostanie próba określenia podstawowych uwarunkowań, od których zależy skuteczność działań inspekcji pracy jako gwaranta ładu społeczno-prawnego.
Life Skills Children Aged 4-6 Years in Sragen
Authors: Hasanah Fathimah , Pranoto Yuli Kurniawati Sugiyo Pranoto , Diana Diana
Published: November 2024

The abilities of children aged 4-6 years in Sragen Regency look poor, it is thought that this is because life skills at school and at home are not instilled well and in harmony. The aim of this research is to analyze how the life skills of children aged 4-5 years in Sragen district are seen from the age, gender and type of work of the parents. This research uses mixed methods, namely quantitative and qualitative. The results of the findings explain that children's life skills The age of 6 years looks better and because of the adjustments the cultivation of life skills is carried out at home and at school. The life skills possessed by children aged 4 years seem to be starting to emerge in the aspects of personal skills (including self-knowledge skills, rational thinking skills) and social skills (including functional language skills, empathy skills). The life skills of children aged 5 years seem to have developed in those who are female and are supported by the type of work and educational background of their parents in the form of Strata 1. Likewise, the life skills of children aged 6 years in female children have more life skills that are very developed from of personal skills and social skills.Several factors influence the development of life skills. What teachers do at school is as follows: starting from giving examples at school, giving invitations and commands and doing it directly to the children. This is the instillation carried out by teachers at school so that children receive life skills stimulus in the form of personal skills and social skills which become the basic provisions for life for children aged 4-6 years which are also supported by stimuli which are followed up at home by parents.
Parents' Perceptions of Preschoolers' on the Use of Gadget : Measured by Digital Literacy and Socioeconomic Status
Authors: Muliani Andi St. , Pranoto Yuli Kurniawati Sugiyo , Formen Ali
Published: November 2024

The use of gadgets is increasingly prevalent among preschool children, especially in today's digital era. The use of gadgets by preschool children often raises pros and cons among parents and educators, regarding its positive and negative impacts on child development. This type of research is "ex post facto" because it will capture events that have occurred and that contribute to and do not provide treatment to research subjects. The purpose of this study is to examine how much influence digital literacy and socioeconomic status together and individually have on parents' perceptions of gadget use by preschool children in Borongloe Village. Researchers use a non-experimental quantitative approach because it emphasizes objective phenomena and is studied quantitatively. The population in this study were parents who have preschool children in Borongloe Village. Sampling in this study was a saturated sample method where all populations were sampled in the survey which amounted to 55 parents. The results of the study were analyzed using descriptive statistical methods, assumption tests, regression tests, t-tests, and F tests. The results of this study explain that digital literacy and socioeconomic status have a positive and significant effect on parents' perceptions of gadget use in preschool children with a significance value of 0.005;0.001 and 0.000<0.05, respectively.
Keroncong arrangement of the song Widodari by Denny Caknan
Authors: Ardianwicaksono  , Irfanda Rizki Harmono Sejati
Published: November 2024

This study aims to explore and explain the process of arranging Keroncong in the song Widodari by Deny Caknan as well as the presence of local aesthetics and local wisdom in the arrangement. This study applies local theories of intelligence and musical arrangements. This study was designed using descriptive qualitative research methods as well as data collection, analysis, and conclusion procedures. The results show that Widodari's arrangement of Keroncong song contains local aesthetic elements, such as engkel musical concept, double concept and ngganduli vocal concept. In addition, the arrangement process also contains local wisdom values such as aspects of tolerance and mutual cooperation. Tolerance shows that no instrument is superior to another, everything must be in balance. Mutual cooperation is expressed through the intertwining of Keroncong instruments, which cannot work individually but complement each other.
Combining Systemic Inflammation Biomarkers with Traditional Prognostic Factors to Predict Surgical Site Infections in Elderly Hip Fracture Patients: A Risk Factor Analysis and Dynamic Nomogram Development
Authors: Guo Yuhui , Li Chengsi , Guo Haichuan , Wang Peiyuan , Zhang Xuebin
Published: November 2024

Background
Systemic inflammation biomarkers have been widely shown to be associated with infection. This study aimed to construct a nomogram based on systemic inflammation biomarkers and traditional prognostic factors to assess the risk of surgical site infection (SSI) after hip fracture in the elderly.
Methods
Data were retrospectively collected from patients over 60 with acute hip fractures who underwent surgery and were followed for more than 12 months between June 2017 and June 2022 at a tertiary referral hospital. Biomarkers were calculated from peripheral venous blood collected on admission. The CDC definition of SSI was applied, with SSI identified through medical and pathogen culture records during hospitalization and routine postoperative telephone follow-ups. Multivariable logistic regression identified independent risk factors for SSI and developed predictive nomograms. Model stability was validated using an external set of patients treated from July 2022 to June 2023.
Results
A total of 1430 patients were included in model development, with 41 cases (2.87%) of superficial SSI and 6 cases (0.42%) of deep SSI. Multivariable analysis identified traditional prognostic factors older age (OR = 1.08, 95% CI 1.04–1.12), ASA class III-IV (OR = 2.46, 95% CI 1.32–4.56), surgical delay ≥ 6 days (OR = 3.59, 95% CI 1.36–9.47), surgical duration > 180 minutes (OR = 2.72, 95% CI 1.17–6.35), and systemic inflammation biomarkers PAR ≥ 6.6 (OR = 2.25, 95% CI 1.17–4.33) and SII ≥ 541.1 (OR = 2.24, 95% CI 1.14–4.40) as independent predictors of SSI. Model’s stability was proved by internal validation, and external validation with 307 patients, and an online dynamic nomogram (https://brooklyn99.shinyapps.io/DynNomapp/) was generated.
Conclusions
This study combined systemic inflammatory biomarkers and developed an online dynamic nomogram to predict SSI in elderly hip fracture patients, which could be used to guide early screening of patients with high risk of SSI and provide a reference tool for perioperative management.
Clinical characteristics and outcomes of disseminated intravascular coagulation in patients with severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome
Authors: Zhang Zhongwei , Hu Xue , Du Qian , Mo Pingzheng , Chen Xiaoping , Luo Mingqi , Jiang Qunqun , Deng Liping , Xiong Yong
Published: November 2024

Background
Until recently, severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS)-related disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) had not been elucidated. This study aimed to explore the clinical characteristics and outcomes of DIC in patients with SFTS.
Methods
Patients diagnosed with SFTS who were admitted to Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University from August 2016 to October 2023 were included. Patients’ demographics and clinical data were collected. According to the presence of DIC, they were assigned into the DIC and non-DIC groups. Independent risk factors for prognosis were identified by univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses.
Results
A total of 246 consecutive patients diagnosed with SFTS were enrolled, including 216 (87.8%) patients in the non-DIC group and 30 (12.2%) patients in the DIC group. ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, LDH, creatinine, cystatin-C, amylase, lipase, CK, CK-MB, troponin I, BNP, PT, PTA, APTT, TT, FDP, D-dimer, CRP, procalcitonin, IL-6, SAA, ESR, ferritin levels, and viral load were significantly higher in patients with DIC. The cumulative survival rate of patients with DIC was significantly lower than that of patients without DIC. Furthermore, it is demonstrated that the presence of DIC was an independent risk factor for in-hospital mortality of patients with SFTS.
Conclusion
DIC is a potential complication and is associated with high mortality in patients with SFTS. Early recognition and timely management of this serious complication are important for patients with SFTS.
Comparison of awake and intubated video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in management of malignant pleural effusion
Authors: Eltaweel Mohamed , Albatrek Hani , Talaat Ahmed , Elsokkary Ismail , Khalil Ibrahim
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the short-term postoperative outcomes with patients underwent awake and intubated video assisted thoracoscopic surgery in the management of recurrent malignant pleural effusion.
Background: Malignant pleural effusion is characterized by presence of malignant cells in the pleural fluid. Malignant cells from pleural lavage performed in patients without a coexistent pleural effusion have been identified as an indicator of micro-metastatic disease and are associated with a higher recurrence rate and poorer survival.
Patients and methods: A case series of 315 consecutive patients from January 2021 to November 2023 with malignant pleural effusion. The patients were randomized into two groups as awake video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery with sedoanalgesia (non-intubated as group A) and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery with general anesthesia (intubated as group B). The patients’ demographics and co-morbid conditions were noted, which are associated with postoperative complications and morbidity.
Results: The study included 315 patients which underwent video assisted thoracoscopic pleurodesis either by endotracheal intubation (145 cases) or without (170 cases). The mean average age was noted to be 54.58 ± 7.93. there were 178 cases of male patients (65.5 %). There was highly significant differences in both parameters (p< 0.001). VAS showed significant difference after procedure 4 hours without any difference after 24 hours. There was non-significant difference between both groups according to changes of dyspnea score and grades of chest X-ray findings of pleural effusion.
Conclusion: Awake video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery is safe in patients especially those with co-morbidity and couldn’t tolerate general anesthesia. It has also similar reliability compared to video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery performed under general anesthesia.
‘We may not understand at the first go, because we are not medics’- A qualitative study on the communication and information needs of parents of preterm newborns in a tertiary health facility in northeast Nigeria
Authors: Adeniji Yasangra Rabo , Wariri Oghenebrume , Musitia Peris Muoga , Jalo Iliya
Published: November 2024

Background
While the need for hospitalisation in preterm newborns is a well-recognized source of stress and anxiety for most parents, the communication and informational needs of parents during this period remain vastly understudied in sub-Saharan Africa.
Objective
This study aimed to investigate the specific information and communication needs of parents with preterm infants in the newborn unit, focusing on their preferences regarding content, timeliness, and communication approaches. Additionally, the study sought suggestions for enhancing communication during hospitalization
Methods
This study was carried out in a tertiary health facility in Northeast Nigeria between August 2023 to April 2024. We used a phenomenological approach in this qualitative study and conducted three Focus Group Discussions (FGD) with 20 parents of preterms recruited at the follow-up clinic until data saturation was achieved. The FGDs were recorded, transcribed, and thematic analysis was done. Data was managed using Nvivo version 1.0
Results
The main themes that emerged were pragmatism in information sharing such as the available parent receiving the information, paternal involvement to enhance shared decision-making and cultural sensitivity, leveraging the routine of the unit to avoid multiple sessions, individualizing of parents based on their strengths and weaknesses and lastly, respectful care Conclusion It is important to tailor information to each family's specific needs, rather than assume that all parents wish to be fully informed about their child's condition. This personalized approach ensures that information is provided in a way that respects the parents' preferences and emotional readiness.
• Main findings – Information sharing about the health of a hospitalised preterm should be pragmatic, personalised and context-specific
• Added knowledge – The peculiarity of our setting such as gender roles/power dynamics, cultural norms, absence of universal health coverage and overwhelmed health systems give rise to specific challenges with communication between health workers and the parents.
• Global health impact for policy and action- in the care of hospitalised newborns, parents are a valuable resource who can offer insights and suggestions to improve the quality of care.
A new 3D full-body scanner analyzing the sagittal and coronal balance of the spine for adult spine deformity: a preliminary prospective observational study
Authors: Cho Minjoon , Jang Seokin , Choi Minseok , Park Yongsoo , Lee Yohan , Lee Jae Hyup , Kang Tae Hoon
Published: November 2024

Background
Spinal balance analysis is critical to the diagnosis and treatment of adult spine deformity (ASD), and radiography is the current gold standard. This study aims to develop a new spinal balance analysis system based on the 3D full body scanner and compare it to X-ray parameters.
Methods
Ninety-seven participants underwent 3D full body scanning, whole spine X-rays, clinical questionnaires and body composition analyses. After 3D full body scanning, 5 inflection points (ear, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle) were automatically labeled in the sagittal plane. Three concepts are created including angle between two inflection points with respect to the plumb line, horizontal distances between two points in the sagittal plane and the angle between three points. For the coronal plane, shoulder gradient was analyzed automatically. Multiple x-ray parameters about cervical, thoracolumbar and whole spine sagittal balance and coronal balances were analyzed and compared using correlation analyses. Partial correlation analyses and multiple regression analyses were done combining body composition scores and clinical questionnaire scores.
Results
The correlation coefficient (C.C.) of dAB_hor (horizontal distance between ear and shoulder in the sagittal plane) and C2-C7 SVA was 0.478 (p-value < 0.001). The C.C. of aAC_sag (sagittal angle of ear-hip from the plumb line) and ODHA was 0.336 (p < 0.001). About coronal balance, the C.C. of shoulder gradient from 3D scanner and clavicle angle from x-ray was 0.373 (p < 0.001). The C.C.s were merely affected by body composition data. But in multiple regression analysis, BMI affected 3D scanner data. Clinical symptoms showed a correlation with both aBCD(shoulder-hip-knee angle) and aCDE(hip-knee-ankle angle), which may reflect a compensatory knee flexion for positive sagittal imbalance.
Conclusions
A new analysis system of spine balance based on a 3D full-body scanner has a statistical correlation with X-ray and shows clinical correlation by representing the compensatory mechanism of ASD.
Loop-assisted inversion and double suture technique: a new endotherapy for gastric fundal subepithelial lesions
Authors: Zhang Tao , Zeng Qingyu , Lan Chao , He Binbo , Liu Jie , Kong Tao , Xu Shan , Chen Long
Published: November 2024

The loop-assisted inversion and double suture technique has been used as an endoscopic treatment for gastric fundal subepithelial lesions.
This study aimed to analyse the efficacy and safety of the loop-assisted inversion and double suture technique for the treatment of gastric fundal subepithelial lesions. Consecutive patients with gastric fundal tumours who underwent the loop-assisted inversion and double suture technique at our centre between January 2023 and January 2024 were retrospectively assessed. The primary outcome was surgical success.
Twelve patients with 14 gastric fundal subepithelial lesions underwent the loop-assisted inversion and double suture technique during the study period. Two patients had double lesions. Pathology confirmed that out of 14 lesions, 12 were gastrointestinal stromal tumors and 2 were leiomyomas.All the gastrointestinal stromal tumors were of low-risk G1. Operative success was achieved in 14 lesions with complete resection, with no intraoperative transfer to surgery; no adverse effects, including postoperative perforation and bleeding; and no postoperative antibiotic use. During the follow-up period, all 14 lesions showed no recurrence.
The loop-assisted inversion and double suture technique is a safe, effective, and time-saving endoscopic treatment for gastric fundal subepithelial lesions. However, prospective large-scale multicentre studies are required.
High antagonistic activity and antibiotic resistance of flavobacteria of polar microbial freshwater mats (King George Island, Antarctica)
Authors: Górniak Dorota , Świątecki Aleksander , Kowalik Jakub , Grzesiak Jakub , Jastrzębski Jan , Zdanowski Marek K.
Published: November 2024

In polar-region environments, flavobacteria are an abundant component of freshwater microbial mats. For the first time, polar-region flavobacterial strains have been investigated for their antagonistic activity and their antibiotic resistance. These strains were derived from microbial mats occurring in ephemeral freshwater ponds, i.e. ponds and streams of the periglacial zone of Ecology Glacier (King George Island, Maritime Antarctica). The study demonstrated the strains’ surprisingly high phylogenetic diversity, with 20 species among 50 isolates. Flavobacteria were characterised by four different patterns of antagonism and sensitivity: PRS, PR, SR and R, with ‘P’ representing the production of antimicrobial substances, ‘R’ – resistance, and ‘S’ – sensitivity to antimicrobials. Over 50% of strains produced substances inhibiting the growth of other isolates, with 40% being sensitive to such compounds. 68% of the isolates represented multidrug-resistant (MDR) strains. The antibiotic resistance index (ARI) demonstrated a significantly higher proportion of MDR strains and ARI ≥ 0.2 in stream mats (87%) as compared to the strains derived from pond mats (55%). A strong correlation was observed between the strains’ antagonistic potential and antibiotic resistance. Diverse chemoecological responses were found among the flavobacterial strains. An important role in these phenomena is accomplished by the “super bacteria” strains that effectively accumulate numerous traits associated with antagonistic potential and can be involved in the potential transfer of these traits. The individualisation of antagonistic interaction patterns and antibiotic resistance is one of the mechanisms that maintain mat homeostasis.
Association between Street Greenery and Physical Activity among Chinese Older Adults in Beijing, China
Authors: Song Yiling , Zhou Mingzhong , Tan Jiale , Cheng Jiali , Wang Yangyang , Feng Xiaolu , Yu Hongjun
Published: November 2024

Background
The association between urban green spaces, especially street greenery, and physical activity (PA) in older adults is understudied. This study utilized Baidu Street View images and deep learning techniques to objectively assess street greenery exposure and its relationship with different types of PA among older adults in China.
Methods
This study investigated 1326 older adults (aged 60 or above) living in Beijing, China. Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE) was used to assess the PA level of older adults. Baidu Street View images and deep learning were used to assess the level of street greenery in the 500-meter buffer zone around the community. The study employed ANOVA, Chi-square tests, and multilevel linear regression to analyze the data.
Results
After controlling for individual factors, household economic income, and other confounders, the multilevel linear regression model showed that street greenery was significantly and positively correlated with transportation PA (β = 0.08, P < 0.01). There was no significant correlation between street greenery and leisure PA, household PA (P>0.05).
Conclusions
The level of street greenery around the community is significantly associated with transportation PA among Chinese older adults. It is recommended that the planning of urban green spaces should focus on street greenery, add bicycle lanes and sidewalks, and provide safe and comfortable environments to motivate older adults to actively participate in PA.
Dynamic characteristics analysis and optimization design of two-stage helix planetary reducer for robots
Authors: Lin Wenzhao , Huang Fangping , Chen Junhua , Li Hao , Chang Dongdong
Published: November 2024

The dynamic characteristics of high-precision planetary reducers in terms of vibration response and dynamic transmission error have a significant impact on positioning accuracy and service life. However, the dynamics of high-precision two-stage helical planetary reducers has not been studied extensively enough and needs to be studied in depth. In order to make up for this defect, considering the time-varying meshing stiffness of gears and transmission errors, a translation-torsion coupled dynamics model of a two-stage helical planetary gear drive is established based on the Lagrange equations by using the centralized parameter method for analyzing the dynamic characteristics of the reducer. The differential equations of the system were derived by analyzing the relative displacement relationship between the components. On this basis, a finite element model of a certain type of high-precision reducer was established, and the effects of factors such as rotate speed and load on the dynamic behaviour and transmission accuracy were investigated through simulation and experimental comparison to quantify or characterize their effects.Based on the combined modification method of helix modification with drum shape, the optimized design of this type of reducer is carried out, and the dynamic characteristics of the reducer before and after modification are compared and analyzed. The results show that the adopted modification optimization method is effective in reducing the vibration amplitude and transmission error amplitude of the reducer.The peak-to-peak value of transmission error of the reducer is reduced by 19.87%; the peak value of vibration acceleration is reduced by 14.29%; and the RMS value is reduced by 21.05% under the input speed of 500 r/min and the load of 50 N·m operating conditions. The research results can provide a theoretical basis for the study of dynamic characteristics, fault diagnosis, optimization of meshing parameters and structural optimization of planetary reducers.