bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Examining dissolution procedure effects on trace and rare earth element concentrations and U/Pb ages in conodonts
Authors:   , Edge Kenneth
Published: September 2022

[EMBARGOED UNTIL 6/1/2023] The ability to quantitatively date carbonate rocks and shales using geo- and thermochronometry has eluded geologists due to the scarcity of requisite minerals. A small number of investigations have shown that the highly crystalline bio-apatite of conodont marine microfossils has potential for radiometric dating. Although a possibility, ages calculated in previous studies are commonly dispersed without a consistent age and are often too old. These results suggest open-system behavior, but the cause is not known. This study evaluates whole-rock dissolution procedures and their impact on geochemical data derived from conodonts through laboratory experiments and laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICPMS). Our hypothesis is that the dissolution of host limestone used to liberate conodonts leaches parent isotopes from the conodont elements and may be the cause of inaccurate and dispersed ages. To test this hypothesis, large samples (20-25 kg) were collected from two units: the Middle Ordovician West Spring Creek Formation in Oklahoma and Mississippian Pierson Limestone in Missouri. Limestones from these units are known to be rich in conodonts, and the individual elements are large enough for analysis. The bulk samples were crushed and mixed, and then divided into splits and digested in unbuffered acetic acid, with hold times varying from hours to as long as a month. Liberated conodonts, from sample splits, were mounted on tape and in epoxy, and analyzed using LA-ICPMS. Tape-mounted whole conodont specimens were analyzed for trace and rare earth element (REE) concentrations using depth profiles. U/Pb ages were determined from spot analyses collected in transects across epoxy-mounted specimens. Depth profiles exhibited patterns that portrayed both elemental loss and gain through the varying hold times. The most stable isotope was strontium in the platforms, blades, and bars. Yttrium was affected the most, while the REEs were consistently affected between morphologies. U/Pb ages were highly discordant in both samples with spot dates in Ordovician sample ranging from 220.2 +/- 84.2 Ma to 4672.9 +/- 30.6 Ma and spot dates in Mississippian sample ranging from 185 +/- 227 Ma to 4806 +/- 112 Ma. Since conodonts are a phase containing elements that can be measured, the results may have implications for geochemical data derived from certain histological and morphological types. These results also undermine confidence in the viability of conodonts as geo- and thermochronometers, and suggest that dissolution procedures can affect ages.
Selecting a Name for Your 4-H Club
Authors: Diem Keith G. , Norman Marilyn N. , Jordan Joy C. , McConnell Lindsey
Published: September 2022

Each 4-H club is a unique group of individuals who work together toward common goals. A club name should reflect the purpose(s) of the club, often relating to the project(s) the club participates in, or the geographic area where members live or the club meets. One of the first ways to develop a sense of belonging and youth engagement is allowing all of the members to participate in selecting a name for the club. Information in this sheet may help you guide the members in making a wise name choice. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Keith G. Diem, Marilyn N. Norman, Joy C. Jordan, and Lindsey McConnell, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, July 2014.

4H337/4H337: Selecting a Name for Your 4-H Club (ufl.edu)
Aquatic and Marine Ecosystems—Appendices: Glossary and Additional Resources
Authors: Blyler Karen , Jordan Joy
Published: September 2022

The new Florida 4-H Aquatic and Marine Ecosystems: Leader’s Activity Guide helps leaders address the 4-H Science Initiative and is part of the Environmental Sciences Framework, OUR NATURAL WORLD. This framework includes the basic premise that aquatic/marine environments are important in children’s lives, particularly to those children in Florida. The 4-H Aquatic and Marine Ecosystems curriculum provides an opportunity for young people to practice a variety of life skills while learning marine science concepts. The curriculum also utilizes science inquiry as a way for young people (9-14) to gain a deeper curiosity about the natural world. Written by Karen Blyler and Joy Jordan, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, November 2014.

4H352/4H352: Aquatic and Marine Ecosystems—Appendices: Glossary and Additional Resources (ufl.edu)
Potential Impacts of Improper Irrigation System Design
Authors: Bayabil Haimanote K. , Guzman Sandra M. , Zazueta Fedro S. , Haman Dorota Z.
Published: September 2022

This publication discusses a few major consequences of improper irrigation design. Written by Haimanote K. Bayabil, Sandra M. Guzman, Fedro S. Zazueta, and Dorota Z. Haman, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, revised August 2022.
Chapter 8. Eggplant Production
Authors: Roberts Pamela , Frey Craig , Mészáros Anna , Boyd Nathan S. , Desaeger Johan , Qureshi Jawwad
Published: September 2022

Chapter 8 of the Vegetable Production Handbook of Florida.
Homeowner Best Management Practices for the Home Lawn
Authors: Trenholm Laurie E.
Published: September 2022

A healthy lawn is an important component of an urban landscape. Loss of turf health and misuse of fertilizers can result increased nonpoint source pollution, so homeowners should use Best Management Practices when maintaining their lawns. Best Management Practices follow Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principles, developed for maintenance of a healthy landscape that does not contribute to nonpoint source pollution. This revised 6-page fact sheet provides easy-to-follow tips on Florida-friendly lawn maintenance. Written by Laurie E. Trenholm, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2014.

ENH979/EP236: Homeowner Best Management Practices for the Home Lawn (ufl.edu)
Purple Sunset Pomegranate (Punica granatum ‘PIIPG-1’)
Authors: Knox Gary W.
Published: September 2022

Purple Sunset is a new ornamental cultivar of pomegranate, Punica granatum. Purple Sunset pomegranate is distinguished from fruiting pomegranate by a bushy, compact habit and numerous flowers followed by small, ornamental, purple-black fruit. This 2-page fact sheet was written by Gary W. Knox and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, June 2014.
Advanced Tree Risk Assessment: Resistance Recording Drills
Authors: McLean Drew , Koeser Andrew , Hasing Gitta
Published: September 2022

Resistance recording drills are specialized pieces of decay detection equipment that may be used as part of an advanced risk assessment. While not required for tree risk assessment work, resistance recording drills have been shown to be effective in helping arborists detect and document internal tree decay in trees. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Drew McLean, Andrew Koeser, and Gitta Hasing, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2014.
Factors Affecting the Choice of Irrigation Systems for Florida Tomato Production
Authors: Rogers Jenna , Borisova Tatiana , Ullman Jeffrey , Morgan Kelly , Zotarelli Lincoln , Grogan Kelly
Published: September 2022

Several economic factors should be considered in selecting an agricultural irrigation system. This 7-page fact sheet compares two widely used irrigation systems for tomato production: seepage and sub-surface drip irrigation. Written by Jenna Rogers, Tatiana Borisova, Jeffrey Ullman, Kelly Morgan, Lincoln Zotarelli, and Kelly Grogan, and published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, October 2014. (UF/IFAS Photo: Tyler Jones)
Hydration Myths
Authors: Caruso Lauren , Shelnutt Karla P. , Kauwell Gail
Published: September 2022

Whether at school, work, or running errands, it is common to see people sipping on their water bottles. This fashionable trend is a healthy one because water is essential for life. But while most people know that drinking water is good for them, many misconceptions exist about water and hydration. Learn the truth behind some of the most common hydration myths. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Lauren Caruso, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Gail Kauwell, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, August 2014.
Homemade Household Cleaners
Authors: Griffin Amanda , Cantrell Randall A.
Published: September 2022

Are you on a budget? Running low on those household cleaners? Instead of heading to the store to buy those more expensive cleaners, make your own! Many homemade household cleaners can be made with just a few inexpensive products that will last a lot longer. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Amanda Griffin and Randall A. Cantrell, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, October 2014. (Photo: iStock/Thinkstock.com)

FCS3319/FY1449: Homemade Household Cleaners (ufl.edu)
Keeping it Clean: A Healthy House
Authors: Harrison Mary N. , Griffin Amanda , Cantrell Randall A.
Published: September 2022

The way you clean and maintain your home will affect the health of your family, especially children. The incidence of children diagnosed with asthma is increasing. You can help make your home safe and healthy for your children by eliminating or controlling the risks outlined in this publication. This revised 2-page fact sheet was written by Mary N. Harrison, Amanda Griffin, and Randall A. Cantrell, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2014.

FCS5232-01/FY786: Keeping It Clean: A Healthy House (ufl.edu)
Description of Enhanced-Efficiency Fertilizers for Use in Vegetable Production
Authors: Carson Luther , Ozores-Hampton Monica
Published: September 2022

In response to the Federal Clean Water Act of 1972 and the Florida Restoration Act of 1999, a series of best management practices (BMPs) was implemented to improve surface and ground water quality. BMPs are cultural practices that, when implemented as a plan, help reduce the environmental impact of production while maintaining yield and quality. One of these BMPs includes the use of controlled-release fertilizer, which is an enhanced-efficiency fertilizer. This publication describes the common enhanced-efficiency fertilizers and the factors affecting their use in Florida vegetable production. This 9-page fact sheet was written by Luther Carson and Monica Ozores-Hampton, and published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, October 2014.
Consuming local vegetables from our local growers
Authors: Wang Qingren , Evans Edward A. , Pikarsky Margie , Olczyk Teresa
Published: September 2022

In recent years, consumers increasingly are seeking out locally grown foods, due to concern for freshness, food safety, and the carbon footprint associated with food sourced from distant places. This 5-page fact sheet promotes local vegetable consumption by pointing out some of the advantages, benefits, and business opportunities associated with local vegetable production and consumption. Written by Qingren Wang, Edward A. Evans, Margie Pikarsky, and Teresa Olczyk, and published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, September 2014.

HS1251/HS1251: Consuming Local Vegetables from Our Local Growers (ufl.edu)
Hydrilla tuber weevil Bagous affinis Hustache (Insecta: Coleoptera: Curculionidae)
Authors: Weeks Emma
Published: September 2022

Bagous affinis Hustache is a semi-aquatic weevil that feeds on the aquatic invasive plant Hydrilla verticillata (L.f.) Royle. The larvae of the weevil mine hydrilla tubers, and the adults feed on the submerged stems and leaves. The weevil was discovered during surveys for biological control agents for hydrilla in Pakistan in 1980 and was first introduced to the U.S. in Florida from India in 1987. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Emma Weeks, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2014.

EENY595/IN1039: Hydrilla Tuber Weevil Bagous affinis Hustache (Insecta: Coleoptera: Curculionidae) (ufl.edu)
Parasitoid Wasp Cotesia congregata (Say) (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Braconidae)
Authors: Crockett Christopher D. , Lucky Andrea , Liburd Oscar E. , Kester Karen M.
Published: September 2022

This species of Cotesia has been widely used as a model system in insect physiology. It has also been used to examine insect learning in host-parasitoid-plant interactions. It is an important natural enemy of the tobacco hornworm, a detrimental pest species that feeds on many plants in the Solanaceae (tobacco, pepper, tomato, etc.) family. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Christopher D. Crockett, Andrea Lucky, Oscar E. Liburd, and Karen M. Kester, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, July 2014.

EENY598/IN1042: A Parasitoid Wasp Cotesia congregata (Say) (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Braconidae) (ufl.edu)
Gulf Coast Tick, Amblyomma maculatum Koch (Acari: Ixodidae: Amblyomminae)
Authors: Hertz Jeffrey C. , Kaufman Phillip E.
Published: September 2022

Gulf Coast ticks are found in grass prairies and coastal uplands throughout much of the western hemisphere. The ticks are ectoparasites that feed on a variety of birds and mammals, and will readily bite humans. Gulf Coast ticks are of increasing concern because of their ability to transmit several pathogens of veterinary and medical importance. This 7-page fact sheet was written by Jeffrey C. Hertz and Phillip E. Kaufman, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, October 2014. (Photo: Jeffrey C. Hertz, edited by Jane Medley)

EENY603/IN1062: Gulf Coast Tick, Amblyomma maculatum Koch (Acari: Ixodidae: Amblyomminae) (ufl.edu)
Savvy Survey #15: Survey Responses and Data Entry
Authors: Newberry Milton G. , Gouldthorpe Jessica L. , Israel Glenn D.
Published: September 2022

This publication discusses the procedures for entering paper-based survey responses into an electronic database and preparing (or “cleaning”) all data, regardless of mode, for analysis. It also addresses data entry considerations for closed-ended questions (with response choices), partially-closed questions, and open-ended questions, since the types of questions used in the survey will also impact the data entry process. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Milton G. Newberry, III, Jessica L. Gouldthorpe, and Glenn D. Israel, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2014.

AEC410/PD079: The Savvy Survey #15: Survey Responses and Data Entry (ufl.edu)
Extraction of Soil Nutrients Using Mehlich-3 Reagent for Acid-Mineral Soils of Florida
Authors: Mylavarapu Rao , Obreza Tom , Morgan Kelly , Hochmuth George , Nair Vimala , Wright Alan
Published: September 2022

Soil testing is a multistep process starting with the collection of a sample that adequately represents the area or field to be tested. Due to wide-ranging soil conditions across Florida and the United States, multiple soil test methods exist. During the 1970s, Florida along with several other southeastern US states adopted Mehlich-1 (M1) as the official extractant for acidic soils. The UF/IFAS Plant Nutrient Oversight Committee approved the change from M1 to M3 in 2010. Based on observations of the interpretations, the technical committee revised the M3 interpretation in March 2014. The new interpretations have been correlated with the M1 interpretations, as closely and realistically as possible, so the actual nutrient recommendations are not changed. This 7-page fact sheet was written by Rao Mylavarapu, Tom Obreza, Kelly Morgan, George Hochmuth, Vimala Nair, and Alan Wright, and published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, May 2014.

SL407/SS620: Extraction of Soil Nutrients Using Mehlich-3 Reagent for Acid-Mineral Soils of Florida (ufl.edu)
Soil Testing for Plant-Available Nutrients—What Is It and Why Do We Use It?
Authors: Hochmuth George , Mylavarapu Rao , Hanlon Ed
Published: September 2022

Farmers need soil-testing procedures to assess soils for potential plant-available nutrients. Soil testing is the foremost best management practice (BMP). It helps farmers achieve profitable crops while protecting the environment from excessive fertilization and nutrient losses. This 5-page fact sheet describes the important steps required to test soil for potential plant-available nutrients. Written by George Hochmuth, Rao Mylavarapu, and Ed Hanlon, and published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, October 2014.

SL408/SS621: Soil Testing for Plant-Available Nutrients—What Is It and Why Do We Use It? (ufl.edu)
Phoenix roebelenii: Pygmy Date Palm
Authors: Broschat Timothy K.
Published: September 2022

The pygmy date palm is one of the most popular small landscape palms in Florida. It is single-stemmed, but is often grown in clumps of 2–4 closely spaced individuals which, when older, give the impression of a multi-stemmed palm. This revised 4-page fact sheet was written by Timothy K. Broschat and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, August 2014.

ENH-600/ST441: Phoenix roebelenii: Pygmy Date Palm (ufl.edu)
Weed Management in Rice
Authors: Odero Dennis C. , Rainbolt Curtis
Published: September 2022

Successful weed control is essential for economical rice production in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA). Weeds reduce rice yields by competing for moisture, nutrients, and light during the growing season. Weed infestations can also interfere with combine operation at harvest and can significantly increase harvesting and drying costs. Weed seed contamination of rice grain lowers grain quality and may lower the cash value of the crop. As with any biological system, an effective weed management program must consider many factors that vary from crop to crop and year to year. The most important of these factors include planting date, climatic conditions, seedbed preparation, seed quality, stand establishment, and water management. This revised 5-page fact sheet was written by D.C. Odero and C. Rainbolt, and published by the UF Department of Agronomy, October 2014. (Photo: C. Odero, UF/IFAS)
Positive Politeness Used in the Interviews Conducted by Desi Anwar to Dewi Soekarno and Bill Gates
Authors: Arianti Theresia
Published: September 2022

Interview is a popular means of gathering information in our society. However, there is little research on cross-cultural interviews which has been conducted. This research is a descriptive qualitative study which aims to examine Desi Anwar’s choice of positive politeness strategies in relation to her interviewees’ cultural backgrounds, i.e., Dewi Soekarno (Japanese) and Bill Gates (American). The interviews are transcribed and coded based on the positive politeness strategies used and the cultures of Japanese and American communication styles. The instrument used in analyzing the data is Excel Matrix. Findings show that the interview with Dewi Soekarno (Japanese interviewee) contains more positive politeness strategies than the interview with Bill Gates (American interviewee). The positive politeness strategies used in the interview with Dewi Soekarno are Exaggeration, Repetition, Including Both S and H, and also Compliments. This result is contradictory to Japanese and American communication styles, which Japanese do not prefer positive politeness; while Americans do. This study will shade some light on positive politeness used in cross-cultural interviews involving Japanese and American interviewees. Since both interviewees in this research are from different genders, it would be satisfactory if future research includes this aspect into consideration.
Factor Structure and Validation of the Electronic form of Persian Behavioral Rating Inventory of Executive Functions in Male School Students With Learning Disabilities
Authors:   Department of Educational Sciences and Psychology, Kerman Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kerman, Iran., Salimi Nave Fatemeh , Andishmand Vida ,   Department of Educational Sciences and Psychology, Kerman Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kerman, Iran., Zeinaddini Zahra ,   Department of Psychology, Faculty of Literature and Humanities Sciences, Shahid Bahonar Kerman University, Kerman, Iran., Soltani Amanollah ,   Department of Educational Sciences and Psychology, Kerman Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kerman, Iran.
Published: September 2022

Background and Aims This study aims to evaluate the factor structure and validity of the electronic form of the Persian version of Behavioral Rating Inventory of Executive Functions (BRIEF) in male school students with learning disabilities. Methods This is a psychometric study using the structural equation modeling. Participants included 100 male school students with learning disabilities in Kerman for assessing the validity and 430 male school students with learning disabilities for assessing the convergent validity. They were selected by a random sampling method. The data were collected electronically using the Persian BRIEF and Nejati’s Executive Functions Questionnaire (EFQ). The reliability was determined by assessing internal consistency and split-half reliability. Results The results of exploratory factor analysis showed that the questionnaire had eight factors with good validity and reliability. The second-order confirmatory factor analysis confirmed the eight-factor model. The online Persian BRIEF score had a signifcant correlation with the EFQ score (P<0.001). Conclusion The online Persian BRIEF can be used to assess the executive functions in male school students with learning disabilities in Iran.
Comparing the Effectiveness of Two Simple Decision Tree and Random Forest Algorithms in Predicting Osteoporosis in Active Middle-Aged Men
Authors:   Department of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran, Iran., Fasihi Leila , Tartibian Bakhtyar ,   Department of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran, Iran., Eslami Rasoul ,   Department of Exercise Physiology, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: September 2022

Background and Aims Osteoporosis is called a “silent disease” because it has no symptoms until a bone is fractured. Therefore, its early detection before occurrence of fracture is important. Using data mining algorithms can help access the information hidden in the data. This study aims to compare two simple decision tree and random forest algorithms to predict osteoporosis in active middle-aged men. Methods A total of 256 middle-aged men referred to Ayatollah Kashani Hospital in Tehran, Iran during 2017-2020 participated in this study. Data analysis was carried out in MATLAB software version 2020. Evaluation was performed using the confusion matrix and based on accuracy and precision criteria. Results Out of 103 factors related to personal information, lifestyle, and disease, 11 were selected as inputs to the algorithms. The results showed that the random forest algorithm had a better performance (73.4% accuracy and 68.07% precision) compared to simple decision tree. Conclusion The data mining algorithms can be effective in predicting osteoporosis in active middle-aged men. These algorithms can be used for early treatment and rapid diagnosis of osteoporosis and prevent the occurrence of bone fractures and their irreparable complications.
Interaction Between Surface Stiffness and Lower Limb Stiffness and its Effects on the Performance and Injury
Authors:   Department of‌ Sports Sciences, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran., Farjad Pezeshk Abbas , Sadeghi Heydar ,   Department of ‌Pathology and Sports Biomechanics, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: September 2022

The purpose of this review study is to review the studies that have assessed the interaction between surface stiffness and lower limb stiffness. There is a general hypothesis that with the increase of surface stiffness, the lower limb stiffness decreases or vice versa. These interactions take place with the aim of maintaining the dynamics of the center of mass and reducing the energy consumption during movement. One of the mechanisms for these interactions is the change in joint stiffness and leg geometry. Some studies suggested that the stretch reflex has no role in changing the lower limb stiffness. Although interactions between lower limb stiffness and surface stiffness has been recognized, there is little evidence about neuromuscular mechanism of these interactions. More studies is needed in this filed.
Comparing the Effects of TRX and Aerofitness Exercises on Core Stability of Women with Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors:   Department of Sport Injuries and Corrective Exercises, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran., Marjani Fatemeh , Rahnama Nader ,   Department of Sport Injuries and Corrective Exercises, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran., Etemadifar Masoud ,   Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
Published: September 2022

Background and Aims Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is one of the most common destructive diseases of the central nervous system, which leads to disability and impaired mobility and functional capacity in patients. For the rehabilitation of patients with MS, resistance training is considered as a safe and efficient method. In this regard, in recent years, core stability exercise has become one of the common training methods for the rehabilitation of patients with MS. It is defined as the ability to control the position of the trunk over the pelvis to effectively transfer the force to the lower extremities during various activities. This study aims to compare the effects of selected TRX and aerofitness exercises on the core stability of women with MS. Methods In this randomized clinical trial, 30 women with MS aged 20-50 years with expanded disability status scale score <5 referred to MS Association of Isfahan were selected by a purposive sampling method and were randomly divided into two TRX and aerofitness groups. They performed the exercises for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week, each for 60 minutes. Their core stability was measured using the Biering-Sørensen test, isometric lateral trunk endurance tests, and Planck test. Data were analyzed using paired t-test and independent t-test. Results The selected TRX and aerofitness exercises had a significant effect on the improvement of core stability in women with MS (P <0.05). Patients in the TRX group showed more significant improvement than in the aerofitness group (P <0.05). Conclusion The selected TRX and aerofitness exercises can improve the core stability of women with MS. However, further studies are needed to use these exercises in patients with MS.
Funcionalidade de Crianças com Leucemia em Tratamento Quimioterápico
Authors: Silva Bruna Negromonte , Cruz Maria Soraida Silva , Lima Tatiany Lisiére Brandão Künzler , Oliveira Ana Paula Silva de , Diniz Kaísa Trovão , Miranda Rafael Moura
Published: September 2022

Introdução: A leucemia e o tipo de neoplasia mais comumente diagnosticada em crianças no mundo, afetando-as em um período crítico do desenvolvimento neuropsicomotor. Estando diagnosticadas com uma doença ameaçadora da vida, essas crianças necessitam, concomitantemente aos cuidados curativos, de cuidados paliativos. Objetivo: Avaliar a funcionalidade de crianças com leucemia durante o tratamento quimioterápico e compara-la no início e depois de um ano de tratamento em curso. Método: Estudo de corte transversal, do tipo observacional analítico, com 37 crianças avaliadas por meio de entrevista com os pais, utilizando um formulário de pesquisa e o Inventario de Avaliação Pediátrica de Incapacidade (PEDI). A análise estatística foi realizada pelos testes t de Student e de Mann-Whitney. Resultados: Não foram encontradas diferenças estatisticamente significantes entre a funcionalidade de crianças no início e depois de um ano de tratamento, estando todas com a funcionalidade abaixo do esperado para a faixa etária. Conclusão: Como forma de evitar possíveis atrasos e/ou déficits irreversíveis no desenvolvimento dessas crianças, sugere-se a criação de um programa de reabilitação em cuidados paliativos nos serviços especializados para cuidar desse público desde o diagnóstico.
Improving Motoric Outcome after Early Craniectomy in Patient with Open Depressed Fracture Involving Motoric Cortex Area : A Case Report
Authors: Husain Syekh Ahmad Arafat , Hutagalung Tommy Rizky , Lizen Nindi , Mahyudanil
Published: September 2022

Introduction : Traumatic brain injury  (TBI) remains a major public health problem worldwide. It is a leading cause of mortality and disability across the globe. Brain swelling and intracranial hypertension are well-recognized secondary insults associated with increased mortality and poorer outcomes. In majority of head injury cases, the incidence of depressed skull fracture is also increasing. When this situation involving in motoric cortex area, it can cause limb weakness and devastating effect.
Case Report : We reported a 21 year old male patient came with complaints of decreased consciousness due to a motorcycle accident. On motoric examination, hemiplegia was found in the left limb. There was a open wound in the right fronto-parietal region, Head CT Scan revealed a depressed fracture in the right fronto-parietal region and  multiple contusions on the right frontal. Craniectomy procedures was performed. Post operatively there is an improvement in patient consciousness and motoric outcome.
Discussion : Open depressed fracture is one of the most common traumatic brain injury (TBI). Prevent infection and saving traumatic penumbra is the main target of surgery in this case. The pathophysiological changes in the traumatic penumbra are dynamic processes, the development and outcome of TBI depends greatly on the progression of tissue damage in the traumatic penumbras. Early clinical treatment can effectively rescue the tissue which has the potential to recover and hinder the progression of secondary injury
Conclusion : Traumatic brain injury (TBI) has high morbidity and mortality in worldwide. Time dependent progression has provided a window of opportunity to take interventional action and reduce secondary injury after TBI. Motoric outcome can improve with early management.
Microsurgical Resection of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation: Our Precious Experience
Authors: Irsyad Muhammad Ari , Hutagalung Tommy Rizky , Putra Prawira Buntara , Tala Muhammad Ihsan Zulkarnain
Published: September 2022

Introduction : Intracranial ateriovenous malformation (AVM) is a non-neoplastic congenital vascular abnormality which appears as a mass lesion composed of tangled blood vessels connecting arteries and veins in the brain.

Case Report : Twenty seven years old male was present in our emergency department (ED) with decreased of conciousness and reccurent generalized seizure. The physical examination reveal the patient Glasgow coma scale (GCS) of 12 points (E4M5V3). Head CT scan with contrast shows contrast enhancing lesion on the frontoparietal region with extension to right lateral ventricle which suggest vascular lesion. We performed surgical resection of the AVM using the temporary clip on M2 branch which supply the nidus to reduce the risk of bleeding on operation.

Discussion : Patients with grade I or II AVM tolerate resection with acceptable morbidity, whereas those with a grade IV or V AVM may be considered for conservative management because of the high anticipated risk of surgical morbidity

Conclusion : AVMs are abnormalities of the intracranial vessels that constitute a connection between the arterial and venous systems and lack an intervening capillary bed. Microsurgical excision of the AVM involves a craniotomy, careful dural opening with circumferential nidus dissection until complete AVM resection is achieved.
Overview of Patients with Metastatic Brain Tumors from Breast Cancer at H. Adam Malik Hospital, Medan in 2017-2021
Authors: Rasyid Fahmi , Alloyna Dhyka , Basri Kamal
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Introduction: The incidence of breast cancer based on Globocan in 2018, reached 2,088,849 cases (11.6%), with a mortality rate of 626,679 cases (6.6%). Breast cancer is one of the most common causes of a metastatic brain tumor. Approximately 10%-16% of patients with breast cancer develop brain metastases during the course of their disease. Current case management guidelines for patients with metastatic brain tumors from breast cancer are radiotherapy to the entire brain, with or without surgical resection, or stereotactic radiosurgery. Hormone receptor ([HR]; estrogen receptor [ER], progesterone receptor [PR]) and HER2 expression serve as predictors of response to hormone-targeted therapy and HER2, respectively.

Method: The study was a descriptive study with a retrospective cohort design in which the researchers identified 78 patients with breast cancer brain metastases (either for diagnostic purposes or for therapeutic purposes at RSUP HAM Medan between 2017 and 2021. Data were collected from SIRS RSUP HAM Medan. Data related to clinicopathology were collected from medical records, including demographic characteristics, tumor characteristics, biomarker status, recurrence of metastatic brain tumors based on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) examination, and data on therapeutic regimens in cases of brain metastases of breast cancer. ER and PR status were determined by immunohistochemical examination. the intensity of the HER2 3+ immunohistochemical staining was considered positive

Result: The mean age at breast cancer diagnosis was 46 years (range: 24-73 years). Most patients had invasive ductal histology (n=73, 94%). In addition, 56% of patients had T3 (n=34) T4 disease in 56% of patients (n=44) and 68% of patients (n=53) had positive axillary lymph nodes. Among patients with known HR and HER2 status, a total of 56% of tumors were ER negative (ER-; n=44), 62% were PR negative (n=48), and 44% were HER2-positive (HER2+; n= 34). With regard to the four subtypes formed by the combined values of HR and HER2 status, 21% (n=16) of tumors were HR+HER2+, 27% (n=21) were HR+HER2-, 23% (n=18) were HR+/ HER2-, and 28% (n=23) were triple negative (TN).

Discussion: In the current study, investigators found that apart from patient age and number of brain metastases, HER2 status was a strong predictor of survival outcome after brain metastases. Patients with HER2-positive characteristics had a longer life expectancy than patients with HER2-negative disease. Considering the intracranial antitumor effect of anti-HER2 therapy, it is important to establish HER2 status not only in primary tumors but also in brain metastases to aid in consideration of the choice of therapeutic modality

Conclusion: This study showed that younger age, brain metastases from solitary breast cancer, and HER2 positive from breast tumors were independent predictors of better survival in patients with breast cancer brain metastases
Intradural Extramedullary Spinal En-Plaque Meningioma With Calcification: A Case Report And Literature Review
Authors: Siregar Rais , Ibrahim Sabri
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Introduction: Intradural extramedullary (IDEM) tumors are benign neoplasms arising in the spinal canal about two-thirds of primary spinal tumors and 15% of tumors affecting the Central Nervous System. Spinal en-plaque meningioma is a type that grows in a sheet-like or collar-like, and incidence in the literature only ranging from 0.1% to 3.1%. Pain is the most clinical symptom, weakness and sensory changes also occur frequently. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the standard modality for the radiologic diagnosis of meningioma.

Case Report: A patient, 35 years old man with a diagnosis of intradural extramedullary spinal meningioma (IDEM) en-plaque with calcification, confirmed by the symptoms, workups such as spinal MRI, and intra-operative findings. The patient was successfully treated surgically with laminectomy and total tumor resection with a posterior approach.

Discussion: Spinal en-plaque meningioma is a type that grows in a sheet-like or collar-like manner around the spinal cord can involve dura extensively with significant neurological deficits. Patient was with lower limb weakness, and had a history of back pain radiating to the right limb for the last 1 year.  Spinal meningiomas are primarily found in the Intradural Extramedullary, and the tumor diagnosis is typically fairly straight forward based on radiologic findings. Meningiomas are most commonly found in the thoracic region of the spine.  In this case from MRI Imaging was revealed a mass in  thoracic region of the spine pressing the spinal cord anteriorly. The management of spinal en-plaque meningioma is tumor resection surgery. A retrospective study suggested a significant improvement in neurological deficit post-tumor resection on patients with spinal IDEM tumor.

Conclusion: Spinal meningioma is a reasonably frequently found case of a spinal tumor but spinal en-plaque meningiomas are rarely found. MRI scan is the radiological  gold standar diagnose spinal en-plaque meningiomas. Patient was successfully treated by total tumor resection using the laminectomy method and tumor resection with a posterior approach without any postoperative complications observed.
The Neuromodulator Effect of Vagal Nerve Stimulation as the Treatment of Medically Refractory Epilepsy in Comparison with Surgical Approach: A Systematic Review
Authors: Anas Muhammad Al , Ritonga Dwi Herawati
Published: September 2022

Background: Restorative options in medically refractory epilepsy are restricted to ablative brain surgery, the trial of antiepileptic medications, or palliative procedures. Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) is an accessible palliative method of which the mechanism of action isn't well understood, yet with set up adequacy for medically refractory epilepsy and low occurrence of incidental effects.

Objectives: This systematic review aimed to evaluate the action of epilepsy treatment options.

Methods: We searched for relevant studies published in 2016-2021 with PRISMA charts. For English published statistical analyses, we include all studies conducted on pediatric epileptic patients who have undergone epilepsy surgery and VNS.

Results: Antiepileptic impacts of VNS incorporate expanded movement of the locus coeruleus (LC) neurons with a raised norepinephrine (NE) discharge in the hippocampus, cortex, and amygdala. VNS-modulatory consequences for other synapse frameworks such as cholinergic, GABAergic, and glutamatergic depend on the activation of the LC-NE pathway. While in pediatric epilepsy, early surgical intervention is frequently recommended to work on cognitive and behavioral outcomes that unequivocally portray the epileptogenic zone.

Conclusion: The general rate of complication caused by epilepsy surgery was sensibly low (5%), suggesting that epilepsy medical procedures, particularly primarily temporal lobe resection, can be safe preferably with recent procedure options, while VNS could be more effective as therapy begins at early stages pre- or post-seizure onset to decide the preventative role of VNS in human epileptogenesis when the treatment is given promptly.
Late Presentation of Testicular Torsion : A Case Report
Authors: Kalangi Ottofianus Alvedo Hewick , Ardiyansyah Muhammad Fadhil , Andre Laurentius
Published: September 2022

Introduction: Testicular torsion is a twisting of the spermatic cord, which results in impaired blood flow to the testicle. This urological emergency occurs 3.8 per 100,000 males annually, most often observed younger than 18 years. The left testis is more frequently involved. Bilateral cases report for 2% of all torsions. We describe a male with a late presentation of more than 24 hours of acute testicular pain. Patients hesitate to seek advice from doctors for testicular pain because of unawareness.

Case Reports: A 16-year-old man arrived at the Emergency Room with more than 24 hours history of sudden severe left testicular pain after taking up two gas cylinders, but he was not aware. After more than 24 hours, he came to the emergency room with worsening testicular pain. The physical examination found tender, slightly swollen, and high-riding left testes. Phren test and cremaster reflex were negative on the left testes. TWIST score of the patient was 7 (high risk for testicular torsion). We made quick order for ultrasound, which shows left testicular torsion. Emergency exploration of testes was done, found the necrotic left testes with rotation more than three times. After complete derotation of the cord, the testes were still necrotic, and we decided to do left side orchidectomy after enough observation.

Conclusion: Late presentation to the hospital is one of the causes of delay in treatment and mostly leads to orchidectomy in testicular torsion. Every case of testicular pain should be treated as testicular torsion until proven otherwise.

Keyword:  Emergency, Late presentation, Orchidectomy, Testicular torsion.
Surgical Procedure And Future Treatment Options For Posttraumatic Syringomyelia : A Systematic Review
Authors: Ananda Sigit , Iskandar  , Hamzah Zaini
Published: September 2022

Objectives

To find the most effective surgical procedure for posttraumatic syringomyelia (PTS) in the last 1 decade. And to look for the latest therapeutic strategies that have the opportunity to be developed in the future.

Background

Syringomyelia related trauma is uncommon case compared to other etiology such as Chiari Malformation type 1. The management of PTS is remain unclear and debatable. The aim of this study is to review PTS regarding surgical procedure, outcomes, and potential future treatment strategies.

Methods

This study uses a structured analyses focused on preferred reporting items for systematic review and meta-analyzes (PRISMA). Document selection using the keywords “Postraumatic Syringomyelia” AND “Syringomyelia” and based on publication (10 years). We selected based on the 2020 PRISMA checklist and based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. A total 17 studies met the eligibility criteria. We recorded treatment strategies, level of syrinx, severity of injury, injury to symptom duration and outcomes.  

Results

A total 264 participants with PTS from 15 observational studies and 2 clinical trials were reviewed. We recorded 68% of participants were treated surgically (n=181). The most common procedure is arachnoid lysis and duraplasty (32,5%, n= 59) followed by syrinx shunting (15,4%, n=28) and subarachnoid-subarachnoid bypass (11%, n=20). We found that the syrinx shunting was the most successful procedure with symptoms improved in 82% of patients postoperatively. Overall, symptoms improved in 60% participants who underwent surgery (n=110).  We also found deterioration from surgical procedure in 18% participants (n=32). Beside of surgical strategy we also found another therapeutic option that use mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) that injected into the syrinx. We recorded a 100% success rate from this procedure (n=7)  

Conclusion

Although the overall outcomes of the surgical procedure for PTS are still unsatisfactory, the syrinx shunting procedure seems to be considered as the most effective surgical procedure. Other therapeutic strategies such as MSCs is considered promising but still require further researches with larger sample sizes. 

Keywords : syringomyelia, syrinx shunting, trauma
Liver cirrhosis with its complications: Case report in a young female patient
Authors: Muhammad Hanun Mahyuddin  , Ulaa Haniifah
Published: September 2022

Liver cirrhosis is a chronic disease characterized by the presence of fibrosis and regeneration of nodules in the liver, the consequence of which is the development of portal hypertension and liver failure. Usually associated with infectious infectious diseases such as viral hepatitis, alcohol consumption, metabolic syndrome, autoimmune processes, storage diseases, toxic substances and drugs. Major complications include gastrointestinal variceal bleeding, ascites, spontaneous bacterial peritonitis infection, hepatorenal syndrome, hepatic encephalopathy, and hepatocellular carcinoma.

A 23-year-old woman comes to the ER, dr. Soegiri Lamongan with complaints of vomiting blood. The patient also complained of black bloody stools. Referred patient from Intan Medika Hospital with the initial complaint of vomiting blood more than 5 times (± equivalent to one medium drinking bottle) four days ago. On examination also found anemic conjunctiva and found splenomegaly. On abdominal ultrasound examination, the liver was shrunken, the edges were obtuse angles, partially irregular, parenchymal echo intensity was heterogeneous, v.hepatica was normal, liver fibrosis staging was 11.81 kPa, no masses or nodules were seen. The conclusion on endoscopic examination was the presence of grade III esophageal varices, congestive gastropathy, and erosive gastritis.

Liver cirrhosis is a disease that has various etiologies. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment in cirrhotic patients with complications is one way to improve patient survival
ПРОЄКТНА ДІЯЛЬНІСТЬ ЯК МЕХАНІЗМ ІННОВАЦІЙ (НА ПРИКЛАДІ ДПТНЗ «ВІННИЦЬКЕ ВИЩЕ ПРОФЕСІЙНЕ УЧИЛИЩЕ СФЕРИ ПОСЛУГ»)
Authors: Масліч Світлана
Published: September 2022

У Вінницькому вищому професійному училищі сфери послуг впроваджується комплекс заходів щодо підвищення якості підготовки майбутніх кваліфікованих робітників. З цією метою реалізується низка європейських проєктів, спрямованих на формування життєвих та професійних компетентностей, подальше працевлаштування випускників закладу, вироблення стратегії «навчання впродовж життя». Представлено основні результати міжнародної проєктної діяльності.
КОНЦЕПЦІЯ ЗМІШАНОГО НАВЧАННЯ ТА ЙОГО ПОЗИТИВНІ СТОРОНИ
Authors: Радкевич Олександр
Published: September 2022

Змішане навчання можна розуміти як комплекс засобів і методів, що охоплює поєднання мультимедійних технологій, потокового відео на електронних носіях, віртуальних класів, голосової та електронної пошти, конференц-зв'язку, відео потоків тощо. Змішане навчання має стати ідеальним рішенням для швидкого оволодіння новою інформацією у відповідності не лише до потреб суспільства, але й з урахованням потреб здобувача професійної освіти. Обгрунтовано позитивні сторони змішаного навчання.
ПІДГОТОВКА МАЙБУТНІХ ХУДОЖНИКІВ-ВИКОНАВЦІВ ДО ПІДПРИЄМНИЦЬКОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ У СФЕРІ КРЕАТИВНИХ ІНДУСТРІЙ
Authors: Шестерікова Людмила
Published: September 2022

Сучасні тенденції розвитку і впровадження інноваційних технологій у науці, техніці й суспільстві мають безпосередній уплив на всю мистецьку сферу. До креативних індустрій відносять дизайн, образотворчі види мистецтва, архітектуру, моду, письменництво, видавничу справу, медійні напрямки. Креативні індустрії займають важливе місце у підготовці майбутніх художників-виконавців до підприємницької діяльності, а для підвищення рівня їх конкурентоспроможності в умовах сучасного ринку праці мистецької галузі є потреба у розвитку підприємницької компетентності.