bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sfotografować, aby zrozumieć. Instagramowe relacje z instytucji kultury
Authors: Zielińska Katarzyna
Published: April 2024

Wraz z popularyzacją Social Mediów rozpowszechnił się zwyczaj zamieszczania w Internecie fotograficznej relacji z wydarzeń kulturalnych i oznaczania ich tematycznymi hashtagami (#). W obszarze kultury Instagramowe „stories” powinny zwracać szczególną uwagę, jako nowe formy recenzji, „gorące” reportaże platformy dyskusji na temat wytworów kultury, rekomendacje dzieł, a nawet ich reinterpretacje.  Celem artykułu była identyfikacja tematyki i estetyki zbiorów fotografii, wytworzonych w portalu Instagram przez tematyczne tagi oraz ocenienie ich wartości dla monitoringu i promocji oferty kulturalnej. Zbiory fotografii „tagowanej” mogą być nośnikiem informacji zwrotnej o odbiorze wytworów kultury, jednak specyfika estetyki i języka mediów społecznościowych może wpływać na niedoszacowanie ich wartości. Drugim celem badania była próba rozpoznania zawartych w tej fotografii symboli i utworzenie dla nich kluczy interpretacyjnych, na podstawie których podjęto rozważania o „społecznościowym” doświadczaniu kultury i funkcjonalnej stronie jej fotografowania. Dokonano analizy czterech kanałów, utworzonych przez społeczność portalu Instagram, poprzez oznaczanie ich nazwami instytucji kultury z użyciem funkcji hashtag. Dokonana została analiza ilościowa najczęściej ujawnionych wątków oraz sporządzono ich opis wraz z próbą interpretacyjną stosowanej symboliki. W wyniku otrzymano wykaz najpopularniejszych form estetycznych stosowanych w fotografii instagramowej, zaproponowano sposób jej odczytu oraz kierunki ich wtórnego wykorzystania w monitoringu, promocji i edukacji kulturalnej.
Nowe role dziennikarzy na przykładzie kanałów "commentary" w Polsce
Authors: Antczak Mariola
Published: April 2024

Przedmiotem badań były polskie kanały dramowe i tworzący je internetowi dziennikarze. W toku badań zidentyfikowano i scharakteryzowano polskich przedstawicieli tego gatunku, a następnie opisano role społeczne, które twórcy kanałów przypisywali sobie oraz te, które przypisywali im odbiorcy. Wybrano korpus trzynastu kanałów YouTube w Polsce i zidentyfikowano dziewięć ról: szeryfa, sędziego, króla rozrywki, przewodnika, pedagoga, psychologa, lidera, manipulatora i autorytetu. Badaniem objęto filmy komentujące wybranych twórców, które były publikowane na YouTube od 2016 roku do 5 listopada 2022 roku. Mająca autorski charakter próba opracowania listy ról przyjmowanych przez twórców komentarzy, może stanowić podstawę do dalszych badań dla naukowców zajmujących się mediami i komunikacją, w szczególności badających kulturę unieważnioną, konwergencję mediów i kulturę uczestnictwa, ale także dla psychologów, pedagogów i kulturoznawców. Do badań wykorzystano metodę analizy zawartości kanałów dramowych oraz – do rozważań wokół stanu badań - krytyczną analizę literatury przedmiotu.
Pismo i książka w klasztorze żeńskim – na przykładzie benedyktynek św. Jerzego w Pradze (Renata Modráková, Knižní kultura kláštera benediktinek u sv. Jiří na Pražském hradě, Praha: Národní knihovna České republiky, 2022, 611 s. – ISBN 978-80-7050-751-3)
Authors: Pietrzkiewicz Iwona
Published: April 2024

Recenzja monografii: Renata Modráková, Knižní kultura kláštera benediktinek u sv. Jiří na Pražském hradě, Praha: Národní knihovna České republiky, 2022, 611 s. – ISBN 978-80-7050-751-3
Z dziejów wrocławskiej bibliologii. Kultura książki w działalności Wrocławskiego Towarzystwa Naukowego
Authors: Hombek Danuta
Published: April 2024

Niniejsza recenzja dotyczy monografii Bożeny Koredczuk pt. Badania nad książką, biblioteką i informacją w kręgu towarzystw naukowych. Komisja Bibliologii i Bibliotekoznawstwa Wrocławskiego Towarzystwa Naukowego (1953-2003) wydanej we Wrocławiu w 2021 roku.
Armenian-language old prints in Polish libraries
Authors: Srapyan Nune
Published: April 2024

Literacy and literature have allowed the Armenians living in the First Republic of Poland to maintain their religious, cultural and linguistic identity for many centuries. Thus, books have always accompanied them throughout the diaspora, becoming part of their national tradition and cultural heritage. The stories of these volumes were as varied and complex, and sometimes as dramatic as the fortunes of their readers. To this day, not many of these books have survived in Polish libraries (55 in total), but these contribute to the richness of the libraries in which they were once stored. Part of the heritage has been preserved outside the borders of today’s Poland; another part has been lost or has been destroyed. Those preserved in Polish collections have not been previously studied, but they offer the opportunity to enrich the understanding of the specificity of both the Armenian heritage in the field of written culture and the perspective of Polish-Armenian cultural ties. This gap in research has shaped the main goal of this project, which is to identify and catalogue Armenian old prints, which are currently housed in Polish libraries and constitute a substantive amount of material for research and analysis.
Galician periodicals for children and youth 1848-1866
Authors: Kolasa Władysław Marek
Published: April 2024

The subject of the article is a systematic outline of the first stage of the development of the Galician press for children and young people (1848-1866). The paper uses historical methods and quantitative content analysis of magazines (combined sample N = 241). The analysis of sources indicates that 5 such titles were published in Galicia during the period under study. The majority (4) were periodicals intended for children: the first " Przyjaciel Dzieci" (Lviv 1848-1852), "Dzwonek" (Lviv 1850-1851), the second "Przyjaciel Dzieci" (Lviv 1861-1866) and "Skarbczyk Domowy" ( Cracow 1863). Only one title was addressed to young people: "Czytelnia dla Młodzieży" (Lviv 1861-1862). Qualitative analysis convinces that the profile of Galician magazines aimed at young readers was diverse. All children's magazines were conservative, and their editors continued the given patterns, while the press for young people represented by "Czytelnia dla Młodzieży" was far ahead of its time.
МІЖНАРОДНИЙ ДОСВІД УПРОВАДЖЕННЯ МУЗЕЙНОЇ ІНКЛЮЗІЇ
Authors: НАДОЛЬСЬКА Валентина , ГАВРИЛЮК Світлана
Published: April 2024

Мета дослідження – проаналізувати діяльність зарубіжних музеїв, спрямовану на подолання бар’єрів і перешкод в отриманні доступу до музейних предметів, створюваних музейними закладами культурних послуг. Методологія дослідження. Основні аспекти проблеми розглядаються у статті на основі інституційного, комунікаційного, комплексного підходів, сукупності загальнонаукових та спеціальних методів. Наукова новизна дослідження полягає у спробі комплексного аналізу зарубіжних музейних практик взаємодії з людьми з інвалідністю, світових тенденцій поширення у музейному середовищі доступності, безбар’єрності та інклюзивності. Висновки. Як висновок у статті наголошується, що у сучасному музейному світі однією з головних визнається діяльність із налагодження різновекторної взаємодії із відвідувачами та врахування їхніх потреб. Зростає значення музеїв у процесах соціальної адаптації всіх категорій громадян, незалежно від їх фізичних чи ментальних особливостей, розвитку культурного середовища у напрямі його безбар’єрності та доступності. Музейна інклюзія базується на цінностях різноманітності, рівності, справедливості, співробітництва, участі. Діяльність зарубіжних музеїв щодо задоволення потреб людей із фізичними, ментальними, інтелектуальними та сенсорними розладами є системною, орієнтованою на можливості та запити різних груп відвідувачів, базується на новітніх наукових методиках і технічних розробках, комплексних стратегіях інклюзивного розвитку. Функції доступності для людей з інвалідністю у зарубіжному музейному середовищі включають фізичну доступність до експозицій; наявність відкритих субтитрів та аудіодискрипцій, тактильних елементів для експозицій; переклад екскурсій та експозиційного контенту мовою жестів; доступ до публічних та розробку спеціалізованих програм; використання музейних мобільних додатків; залучення людей з інвалідністю до популяризації музейних предметів. Дослідження міжнародного досвіду музейної інклюзії сприяє створенню нових форматів інклюзивної взаємодії людей з інвалідністю та об’єктів культурної спадщини у вітчизняному музейництві.
МАНДРИ ПО ЛЬВІВЩИНІ З ІВАНОМ ФРАНКОМ
Authors: ГАЛИК Володимир
Published: April 2024

МАНДРИ ПО ЛЬВІВЩИНІ З ІВАНОМ ФРАНКОМ
СЕЛЯНСЬКЕ ПИТАННЯ І АГРАРНІ ПЕРЕТВОРЕННЯ У РОКИ УКРАЇНСЬКОЇ РЕВОЛЮЦІЇ (1917–1921) В ПРАЦЯХ СУЧАСНОЇ РУМУНСЬКОЇ ТА ПОЛЬСЬКОЇ ІСТОРІОГРАФІЇ
Authors: ІЛЬНИЦЬКИЙ Василь , ГЛІБІЩУК Микола
Published: April 2024

Мета дослідження – проаналізувати проблематику аграрних перетворень та селянське питання у добу Української революції (1917–1921 рр.) у наукових роботах сучасних румунських та польських дослідників. Методологія дослідження операється на принципи історизму, об’єктивності, системності та методи історіографічного аналізу та синтезу. Наукова новизна полягає у тому що фактично уперше проаналізовано наукові напрацювання сучасних румунських і польських істориків стосовно селянського питання та аграрних перетворень, що мали місце у період Української революції (1917–1921 рр.). Висновки. Підбиваючи підсумки, важливо зупинитися на деяких важливих міркуваннях. По-перше, у румунській і польській історичних науках є достатньо праць, в яких безпосередньо або опосередковано характеризуються селянське питання і аграрні нововведення в роки Української революції (1917–1921 рр.). Як ми намагалися продемонструвати, одна з ключових особливостей, що притаманна проаналізованим працям, це зосередження дослідницького фокусу на політичному, соціальному і економічному контекстах, у яких розглядається як селянське питання, так і перетворення в українському селі впродовж зазначених років. По-друге, незважаючи на все перераховане вище, спеціалізоване наукове дослідження, повністю присвячене означеній проблематиці так і не з’явилося ні румунській, ні в польській історіографії. По-третє, одним із пояснень такої ситуації може слугувати те, що в румунській та польській історичних науках сформувалися окремі наукові напрями у вивченні власної аграрної історії ХІХ–ХХ ст., яка є не менш цікавою, ніж українська. Осмислюючи все вищевказане, на наш погляд, варто було б задуматися над ідеєю про комплексне колективне дослідження багатонаціонального авторського колективу, де б селянське питання і аграрні реформи доби Української революції (1917–1921 рр.) були проаналізовані та зіставленні з подібними явища, що мали місце в сусідніх країнах (Польщі, Румунії та інших). Такий транснаціональний погляд на цей регіон континентальної Європи початку ХХ ст.. якісніше репрезентував би тогочасні характерні риси як Центрально-Східної Європи загалом, так і кожної з держав.
ДО ПИТАННЯ ФОРМУВАННЯ ДИСЦИПЛІНИ «ІСТОРИЧНА КЛІМАТОЛОГІЯ» (ПАМ’ЯТІ ЕМАНУЕЛЯ ЛЕ РУА ЛАДЮРІ, 1929–2023)
Authors: БАТЕНКО Тарас
Published: April 2024

Мета дослідження спрямована на аналіз дослідницького потенціалу кліматичних даних з огляду на їхню значущість у вивченні історичних процесів. Історична кліматологія – це міждисциплінарна галузь дослідження, яка охоплює знання про клімат і погоду в минулому з письмових джерел та артефактів, а також застосування цих знань для вивчення суспільно-політичних процесів у минулому. Основний акцент робиться на взаємозв’язку між змінами клімату та ключовими історичними подіями, такими як голодомори, війни, міграції та епідемії. За останні роки історична кліматологія зросла та диверсифікувалася, включно з новими джерелами та методами, охоплюючи нові регіони й епохи. Поєднання історичної кліматології, економічної та сільськогосподарської історії продовжує уточнювати розуміння історичних взаємодій між погодою, урожаєм, цінами, війнами, міграційними процесами та смертністю. Методологія дослідження базується на принципах історизму, об’єктивізму та системності, а також використовуються методи періодизації, історико-системний та історико-порівняльний підходи, дослідження розкриває нові грані в розумінні взаємодії клімату та історії. Наукова новизна полягає в тому, що вперше в українській історичній науці узагальнено потребу вивчення наукової дисципліни «Історична кліматологія». Висновки. Результати дослідження вказують на те, що кліматичні зміни впливали на сільське господарство, міграційні процеси, економіку, культуру та суспільно-політичні аспекти цивілізацій у різні періоди минулого. Сполучення історичних даних із сучасними спостереженнями дає змогу отримати повний обсяг розуміння кліматичних змін. Історична кліматологія виступає як важливий елемент сучасних кліматичних досліджень, надаючи цінний контекст для аналізу й інтерпретації сучасних суспільно-політичних, економічних, демографічних явищ. Враховуючи ці аспекти, можна стверджувати, що історична кліматологія стає потрібною складовою для комплексного розуміння динаміки клімату та його впливу на різні аспекти суспільства.
ANALISIS PENGARUH NON PERFORMING LOAN, RETURN ON ASSET, DAN BIAYA OPERASIONAL PENDAPATAN OPERASIONAL TERHADAP PEROLEHAN LABA
Authors: Zahra Nadabila , Danial R. Deni Muhammad , Jhoansyah Dicky
Published: April 2024

The objectives of this study are 1) To find out how the analysis of non-performing loans, return on assets, operating costs and operating income and profit generation in 2019-2021. 2) To find out whether non-performing loans can affect profit generation in 2019-2021. 3) To find out whether return on assets has an effect on profit earning in 2019-2021. 4) To find out whether operating costs and operating income on profit generation in 2019-2021. 5) To find out how the effect of non-performing loans, return on assets, operating costs and operating income on profit generation in 2019-2021. The research method that researchers use in solving problems is quantitative methods. The population in this study are all companies included in Commercial Bank Companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2019 to 2021. the results of this study are Non-performing loans on earnings have a significant effect. This is indicated by t count greater than t table. Return on assets on profit does not have a significant effect. This is indicated by t count smaller than t table. Operating costs of operating income on profitability have a significant influence. This is indicated by t count greater than t table.
PROCESSOS DE DESPROTEÇÃO E DE PROTEÇÃO DE CRIANÇAS, ADOLESCENTES E SUAS FAMÍLIAS - UMA ANÁLISE DE MÚLTIPLAS EVIDÊNCIAS DOS REFLEXOS DA PANDEMIA
Authors: Coelho Acileide Cristiane Fernandes , Conceição Maria Inês Gandolfo
Published: April 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar uma visão geral de múltiplas evidências, levantadas de forma sistemática na literatura, sobre processos de desproteção de crianças, adolescentes e suas famílias, bem como estratégias de proteção e atuação durante a crise sanitária causada pela Covid-19 e no contexto pós-pandêmico. Para tanto, foram selecionados 13 artigos de revisão, entre 2020 e 2023, os quais trazem os principais aspectos que incidem nas desproteções de crianças e adolescentes, afetando a saúde mental, a convivência familiar e comunitária, bem como estratégias de intervenção para o enfrentamento dessas situações. Assim, este estudo traz uma discussão que pode ser subsídio para que profissionais do campo da proteção infantojuvenil possam planejar ações diante dos reflexos da crise pandêmica, política, social e econômica nos últimos tempos. Os efeitos das desproteções ligadas à insegurança de renda, à falta de acesso aos serviços, à redução de autonomia e a problemas de saúde mental ampliaram desproteções relacionais e contextos de violência. Por outro lado, o acesso a serviços e políticas públicas, com apoio às famílias, é o que a literatura destaca para ampliar a proteção infantojuvenil. Portanto, é fundamental identificar demandas para a busca de atuações com foco na melhoria das ofertas de serviços e na promoção de espaços de convivências protetivas.
A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Mountains: An Excursion to Empowerment and Environmentalism
Authors: Ruiz de Alegría Iratxe
Published: April 2024

This article proposes a reading of Isabella Bird’s travelogue A Lady’s Life in the Rocky Moun- tains (1879) through the lens of Environmental Studies by focusing on the material and metaphorical uses of nature, scrutinizing the recurrent trope of the mountain, and paying attention to the interaction between the intrepid traveller and nature. While the adventurer deals with the difficulties of the transatlantic pilgrimage, Bird also goes beyond the tradi- tional hymn to the beauty of the landscape in order to condemn the degradation of nature. Arguably, the most valuable insights that this text has to offer beyond empowering women derive precisely from the author’s concern for nature. Bird not only composes an ode to the mountainous scenery in prose, but also an innovative manifesto, where a number of detri- mental consequences of the infamous environmental crises are anticipated well in advance.
Basques in the West: Euskara Jalgi Hadi Mundura
Authors:   Mondragon University(España), Madinabeitia Medrano Monika
Published: April 2024

Thousands of individuals have left the Basque Country, Euskal Herria, throughout its history. In the US West they encountered a language barrier, which had an effect on their relationships and ability to settle in the host nation. Conversely, their educated children spoke English fluently, which accelerated their integration into mainstream America. Euskara, the Basque language, disappeared from many households as an outcome of this assimilation. This essay explores the history of Basque emigration and settlement in the region, the relationship between Euskara and the American West since the 19th century, and highlights some of the ongoing initiatives to advance Euskara and its usage in the region.
Análise do perfil sociodemográfico e de doenças mentais de pacientes atendidos em um Centro de Atenção Psicossocial
Authors: Martins José Aurelio de Almeida , Costa Bianca Saraiva Russo , Castro Bruna Raquel Brito , Maciel Francisco da Costa , Martins Francisco Iuri da Silva , Lima Luiz Vitor de Oliveira , Nobre Matheus de Sousa , Silva Thereza D’Ávila Uchôa da , Monte Aline Santos , Amaral Jeferson Falcão do
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Descrever o perfil sociodemográfico e de doenças mentais dos usuários atendidos no CAPS em um município no interior do Ceará. Métodos: Foram coletadas as informações contidas nos prontuários dos usuários do CAPS de Itapiúna, entre os meses de janeiro a agosto de 2022. Os dados foram organizados em uma planilha do software Microsoft Office Excel® 2007, e estruturados na forma de perfil de dados por meio de frequência absoluta e relativa. Resultados: Foram incluídos no estudo 118 prontuários, destes, 65,3% dos pacientes correspondem ao sexo feminino e 33,7% ao sexo masculino. Conforme a Classificação Internacional de Doenças (CID), a doença mais diagnosticada por médico psiquiatra no CAPS foi a epilepsia com 11 pacientes (9,3%), seguidos do retardo mental com 9 pacientes (7,6%), outros transtornos ansiosos com 7 (5,9%) e a esquizofrenia com 5 pacientes (4,2%). Conclusão: Diante disso, pode-se concluir que o CAPS desempenha um papel essencial para o cuidado em saúde mental dos pacientes, colaborando para o correto diagnóstico e tratamento, contribuindo para uma melhor qualidade de vida de seus usuários.
Pandemia da saúde mental: atuação do CAPS frente ao aumento da demanda de transtornos mentais na emergência da COVID-19
Authors: Barros Alyce Brito , Santos Aziri Lígia Barbosa dos , Leite Larissa Alexandre , Bezerra Maria Glória Angelim Ferraz , Pereira Jaqueline da Silva , Santos Elis Maria Jesus , Feitosa Emanuel Messias Silva , Silva Neto Raimundo Monteiro da , Alencar Ana Maria Parente Garcia de , Araújo Aretha Feitosa de
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: (Re)conhecer a atuação do CAPS no atendimento aos pacientes com transtornos mentais e como lidou com o aumento da demanda de atendimentos durante a pandemia da COVID-19. Métodos: Trata-se de estudo qualitativo, cujo instrumento de coleta foi entrevisto semiestruturada após aprovação do Comitê de Ética, com 08 profissionais do sexo masculino e feminino, entre 23 a 45 anos e tempo médio de atuação de 2,5 anos. Foram colhidas informações de profissão e experiências durante a pandemia, os desafios para a organização do serviço até os sentimentos experienciados. Os resultados foram organizados no Microsoft word e Excel, e análise de conteúdo de Bardin. Resultados: Foi possível observar que a pandemia se configurou desafio para os profissionais, demonstraram grande enfrentamento e tomada de decisão na assistência diante dos impasses da crise. Nota-se organização, acionamento de outros serviços em grandes demandas, prevenindo aglomerações, evidenciando que o CAPS seguiu recomendações sanitárias e não interferiu na assistência e necessidade particular dos pacientes. Considerações finais: É importante contribuir para elucidar a importância do CAPS e equipes, incentivando a realização de estudos em saúde mental e aperfeiçoamento dos equipamentos disponíveis na saúde pública, cooperando no atendimento dos indivíduos com transtornos mentais, também diante de crises sanitárias.
Association between socioeconomic status and quality of life among cerebral palsy children in government children hospitals and special training centers
Authors: Iram Amna , Ghaffar Tamjeed , Solangi Zohaib Anwar , Ayaz Jahanara , Rehman Abdul , Yasmin Naila , Wassi Ahmad
Published: April 2024

Objectives:

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain the posture and balance of the body. It is the most common motor disability in childhood. The present study investigated the relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and the quality of life (QoL) among children with CP up to the age of 12 years who attend our center.

Methods:

This observational corelational survey was conducted on a sample of 80 children with CP from our center. Participants were recruited based on selection criteria. Participants of age brackets up to 12 years, male and female children of all socioeconomic classes, neurologically diagnosed CP children, and patients with posture, brain deficits, and movement impairments were included in the study. The chosen participants completed the Health Questionnaire EQ-5D-5L and provided socioeconomic information with the assistance of their parents.

Results:

Nearly half (47%) of the participants were male and 52.5% were female. P-value of all factors was above 0.05, which showed no significant association between SES and the QoL of CP patients.

Conclusion:

No statistically significant association was found between SES and the QoL of children with CP at our center.
Assessment of memory deficits in psychiatric disorders: A systematic literature review
Authors: Kushwaha Anuradha , Basera Devendra Singh , Kumari Sangita , Sutar Roshan Fakirchand , Singh Vijender , Das Saikat , Agrawal Amit
Published: April 2024

Memory deficits are observed across psychiatric disorders ranging from the prodrome of psychosis to common mental disorders such as anxiety, depression, and dissociative disorders. Memory deficits among patients recovering from psychiatric disorders could be directly related to the primary illness or secondary to the adverse effect of a treatment such as Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). The trouble in the meaningful integration of working-memory and episodic memory is the most commonly affected domain that requires routine assessments. An update on the recent trends of methods of assessment of memory deficits is the first step towards understanding and correcting these deficits to target optimum recovery. A systematic literature search was conducted from October 2018 to October 2022 to review the recent methods of assessment of memory deficits in psychiatric disorders. The definition of ‘Memory deficit’ was operationalized as ‘selective processes of memory, commonly required for activities of daily living, and affected among psychiatric disorders resulting in subjective distress and dysfunction’. We included 110 studies, most of them being conducted in western countries on patients with schizophrenia. Other disorders included dementia and mild cognitive impairment. Brief Assessment of Cognition in Schizophrenia, Cambridge Automated Neuropsychological Test Battery, California Verbal Learning Test, Trail Making Test Part A and B, Rey Auditory Verbal Learning Test, Wechsler Memory Scale, Wechsler Adults Intelligence Scale-IV were the most common neuropsychological assessments used. Mini-Mental State Examination and Montreal Cognitive Assessment were the most common bedside assessment tools used while Squire Subjective Memory Questionnaire was commonly used to measure ECT-related memory deficits. The review highlights the recent developments in the field of assessment of memory deficits in psychiatric disorders. Findings recommend and emphasize routine assessment of memory deficits among psychiatric disorders in developing countries especially severe mental illnesses. It remains interesting to see the role of standardized assessments in diagnostic systems given more than a decade of research on memory deficits in psychiatric disorders.
Resolution of white matter hyperintensity after surgical revascularization in moyamoya disease – A report of three cases
Authors: Koga Yuichiro , Yamamoto Shusuke , Kuroda Satoshi
Published: April 2024

Background:

Moyamoya disease often presents white matter hyperintensity (WMH) lesions on fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) images, which is generally accepted as irreversible. We, herein, describe three cases of moyamoya disease with WMH lesions that regressed or disappeared after surgical revascularization.

Case Description:

This report included two pediatric and one young adult case that developed transient ischemic attacks or ischemic stroke due to bilateral Moyamoya disease. Before surgery, five of their six hemispheres had WMH lesions in the subcortical and/or periventricular white matter on FLAIR images. The lesions included morphologically two different patterns: “Striated” and “patchy” morphology. In all of them, combined bypass surgery was successfully performed on both sides, and no cerebrovascular events occurred during follow-up periods. On follow-up magnetic resonance examinations, the “striated” WMH lesions completely disappeared within six months, while the “patchy” WMH lesions slowly regressed over 12 months.

Conclusion:

Based on radiological findings and the postoperative course of the WMH lesions, the “striated” WMH lesions may represent the inflammation or edema along the neuronal axons due to cerebral ischemia, while the “patchy” WMH lesions may represent vasogenic edema in the white matter through the blood-brain barrier breakdown. Earlier surgical revascularization may resolve these WMH lesions in Moyamoya disease.
New CNS tumor classification: The importance in pediatric neurosurgical practice
Authors: Río Ramiro José del , Cicutti Santiago Ezequiel , Moreira Daniel C. , Ramos Javier Danilo Gonzalez
Published: April 2024

Background:

The management of the central nervous system (CNS) tumors in the pediatric population is crucial in neurosurgical practice. The World Health Organization (WHO) has evolved its classification of CNS tumors from the 19th century to the 5th edition, published in 2021, incorporating molecular advancements. This transition from morphology to molecular characterization is ongoing.

Methods:

This manuscript analyzes the modifications introduced in the 5th edition of WHO’s CNS tumor classification, particularly focusing on pediatric tumor families. The paper integrates clinical, morphological, and molecular information, aiming to guide pediatric neurosurgeons in their daily practice and interdisciplinary discussions.

Results:

The 5th edition of the WHO classification introduces a hybrid taxonomy that incorporates both molecular and histological components. The terminology shifts from “entity” to “type” and “subtype,” aiming to standardize terminology. Tumor grading experiences changes, integrating molecular biomarkers for prognosis. The concept of integrated layered diagnosis is emphasized, where molecular and histological information is combined systematically.

Conclusion:

The 5th edition of the WHO CNS classification signifies a paradigm shift toward molecular characterization. The incorporation of molecular advances, the layered diagnostic approach, and the inclusion of clinical, morphological, and molecular information aim to provide comprehensive insights into pediatric CNS tumors. This classification offers valuable guidance for pediatric neurosurgeons, aiding in precise diagnosis and treatment planning for these complex neoplasms.
Thrombectomy and stenting of pseudoaneurysm from transcarotid artery revascularization
Authors: Boulter Jason H , Stiefel Michael F. , Ben-Aire Eyal , Schuette Albert J.
Published: April 2024

Background:

Transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) is becoming an increasingly popular treatment of carotid stenosis. Despite this rapid adoption, little in the literature describes the associated complications of this procedure.

Case Description:

We report a case of a left M1 large-vessel occlusion following treatment of symptomatic, high-grade carotid stenosis with a TCAR procedure approximately three weeks earlier. The initial angiography demonstrated a pseudoaneurysm in the left common carotid artery at the site of TCAR access with a distal clot in the carotid stent. The clot within the stent was aspirated, and a mechanical thrombectomy was performed with a combination of a stent-retriever and aspiration catheter for thrombolysis in cerebral infarction 2B revascularization.

Conclusion:

The TCAR procedure offers a novel method for revascularization of carotid lesions; it does include its complications. While generally safe, access site complications such as pseudoaneurysms can always occur. Knowledge of this risk allows for appropriate surveillance and management should it occur.
Psoriasis vulgaris of the skin caused a L3-L4 lumbar epidural spinal abscess
Authors: Nakamura Natsuki , Ninomiya Koshi , Ishihara Masahiro , Yamamoto Akihiro , Sasaki Manabu , Kishima Haruhiko
Published: April 2024

Background:

In a 31-year-old male, psoriasis vulgaris (PV) of the skin caused paraparesis attributed to a L3-L4 epidural spinal abscess that required emergent surgical decompression.

Case Description:

A 31-year-old male presented with lower back pain and cauda equina compression attributed to a magnetic resonance-documented L34 enhancing lesion consistent with a spinal epidural abscess (SEA). The skin over the L3-L4 level revealed severe PV that proved to be the likely etiology of the right-sided paraspinal muscle abscess, infected right L3-L4 facet joint, and SEA. At surgery, the foci of infection were excised/decompressed, and cultures grew methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus. Following surgery, the patient was improved and was treated with appropriate antibiotic therapy.

Conclusion:

PV caused a L3-L4 epidural spinal abscess and cauda equina compression in a 31-year-old male who was successfully treated with operative decompression and appropriate antibiotic management.
Efficacy of Recombinant Human Epidermal Growth Factor in Pressure Injury Healing: Evidence from Chinese Randomized Controlled Trials
Authors: Ge Meng-Wei , Hu Fei-Hong , Jia Yi-Jie , Tang Wen , Zhang Wan-Qing , Chen Hong-Lin
Published: April 2024

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of recombinant human epidermal growth factor (rhEGF) in healing pressure injuries (PIs). Methods: A meta-analysis was conducted of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving rhEGF in the treatment of PIs that were identified in PubMed, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI). The population, intervention, comparison, outcomes, study design (PICOS) strategy was applied to determine analysis eligibility. The Cochrane risk of bias tool was used, and statistical analysis, including sensitivity analysis, was performed of 3 outcomes indicators: the primary outcome was total efficacy of rhEGF in treating PIs, and the secondary outcomes were the proportion of complete healing and the time to complete healing. Total efficacy refers to the proportion of cases that have been cured, obviously effective, or effective. Complete healing refers to cases where the wound has healed, scabbed, and the scab has sloughed off. Results: Sixteen RCTs were included, comprising a total of 1,206 patients. Study and control group size varied by outcomes. The total effective healing rate in rhEGF group was 97.18%, which was significantly higher than 83.38% in control group (OR: 5.69, [95% CI: 3.61, 8.97], z=7.49, P< .001). The proportion of complete healing in the rhEGF group was 73.30%, which was higher than 39.52% in control group (OR: 3.88, [95% CI: 3.01, 5.01], z=10.39, P< .001). Furthermore, the healing time using rhEGF was shorter (SMD: -2.14 days, [95% CI: -2.60, -1.67], z=9.07, P< .001). Sensitivity analyses indicated that the results were robust. Conclusions: The meta-analysis indicated that rhEGF was effective in healing PIs with few negative effects. Further research beyond Chinese populations involving larger studies and studies that distinguish between results found in using rhEGF alone or in combination are recommended.
Pressure Injury Risk Factors in Patients Undergoing General Anesthesia Surgeries
Authors: Chen Wan-Yu , Hsu Tsui-Hua , Chang Chia-Hao , Lee Chiu-Hsiang , Tzeng Shu-Chien
Published: April 2024

Background: Pressure injuries result from prolonged pressure and lead to tissue damage, infections, extended recovery times, and an economic burden. Purpose: To explore risk factors for pressure injuries in patients who underwent surgery under general anesthesia. Methods: This retrospective study included patients who underwent surgery at a regional educational hospital in southern Taiwan from January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018. Results: A comprehensive multivariate analysis was used to identify the prominent risk factors for pressure injury among the 11 231 patients enrolled in this study. These risk factors were an age of ≥65 years; surgery duration of >120 minutes; diastolic blood pressure of <60 mm Hg for >30 minutes during surgery; intraoperative use of dopamine, norepinephrine, or epinephrine as vasopressors; American Society of Anesthesiologists physical classification of III or higher; minimum intraoperative body temperature of ≤35°C; blood loss of >500 mL; and a supine or prone surgical position. Conclusions: This study identified several pressure injury risk factors related to surgical conditions and patient characteristics. Surgical teams must monitor, control, and manage these factors, prioritize staff education, and adopt preventive protocols.
Catalyzing Germination: Exploring Scarification and Hot Water Treatments for Dormancy Breaking and Enhanced Storage in Ficus Benjamina L., Thespesia populnea L., Phyllanthus emblica L., Tectona grandis L.f. seeds
Authors: Preethi Jenifer Praticia S.
Published: April 2024

A seed is a significant stage in the plant life cycle and is often referred to as the dispersal unit of the plant. There are two types of seeds: dormant seeds and non-dormant seeds. A dormant seed is one that does not have the capacity to germinate within a definite period under any combination of normal, physical and environmental factors. The other type is favourable for germination and when the seed becomes non-dormant, the circumstances that break dormancy and the location of water gaps in seeds, remain unclear. In the present study, we consider the adaptive role of impermeable coats in the seeds of Ficus Benjamina L., Thespesia populnea L., Phyllanthus emblica L. and Tectona grandis L.f. The study was particularly designed to analyze the conditions that break dormancy and the location of the primary water gap during dormancy breaking. Each seed was treated separately to break its dormancy and it was observed that water entered only through the lens due to the dislodgement of the palisade layer. Additionally, the storage life of Ficus Benjamina L. and Phyllanthus emblica L., seeds was extended as evidenced by the analysis of low moisture content decreasing from 6.02% to 5.31%. This study concludes that the impermeable seed coat of seeds with low moisture content increases storage life and regulates seed imbibition, thus influencing germination with the growing season.
Anti-leadership in dispositional groups
Authors: Wasilewski Paweł
Published: April 2024

Toxic leadership (anti-leadership) in dispositional groups manifests itself at different levels of command and control; ranging from competence formation to commandery. It should be noted, however, that in the case of dispositional groups, the tasks are performed under very specific conditions. Working at the limit of one's capabilities and the threat of losing one's health and life or, as in the case of the military – taking the lives of others, makes this environment mentally and physically extreme. There is no room for revision when things fail to follow the plan. It is impossible to pause during the execution of a task, to look at it from a different perspective and think of a different way of doing it. The time and events move at an unimaginable speed. Decision making must be, therefore, quick and accurate, and the personnel in charge should be well prepared. Anti-leadership is far more damaging in dispositional groups than in organisations outside them. This makes it all the more important that leaders, commanders and managers are properly selected and properly prepared for their leadership roles.
Explanatory factors for the balance of current transactions in the CEMAC zone
Authors: Ndo Ndong Jean-Sylvain , Ndjambou Ruphin
Published: April 2024

Most of the countries in Central Africa have recorded current account deficits since the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. The aim of this article is to identify the main factors explaining the behavior of the current account balances of CEMAC member countries. Using a dynamic panel autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) model, we use annual data for the period 1970-2018. The results indicate that there is a long-run relationship between the current account balance of the CEMAC countries and the explanatory variables (real exchange rate, terms of trade, domestic savings, GDP growth rate, domestic investment, inflation rate, oil price). We also show that domestic investment boosts the competitiveness of the countries concerned, that domestic savings are directed towards the consumption of foreign goods, that oil revenues do not fuel productive investment, and that there is a structural difference between the CEMAC countries; thus, the terms of trade have an asymmetrical effect on their current accounts. The results of this study lead to recommendations to the effect that diversifying the productive base of CEMAC countries is the most effective way of enabling them to rebalance their current account balances in the long term and reduce their vulnerability to external shocks.
A Correlative Study on EGFR Gene Mutation Status of Primary Lung Tumor and Brain Metastases in NSCLC
Authors:   West China School of Public Health, Sichuan University/Department of Palliative Medicine, West China Fourth Hospital, Chengdu 610000, P.R. China, HU Jinrong , HU Jinlian ,   Rheumatology and Immunology Department of Deyang People’s Hospital, Deyang 618000 PR China
Published: April 2024

Objective: This study aims to explore the predictive role of EGFR gene mutation in the primary lung tumor on brain metastases in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Methods: Morphological differences between EGFR gene 19 exon deletion mutant HCC827 and wild-type EGFR gene A549 human lung adenocarcinoma cells were observed under a microscope. The MTT method was employed to detect the proliferation differences between HCC827 and A549 cells. The Transwell in vitro cell invasion experiment was used to compare the invasion capabilities of the two cell lines. Furthermore, the Χ2 test was applied to analyze the relationship between the EGFR mutation in the primary lung tumor and the occurrence of brain metastases in 253 NSCLC patients. Results: A549 cells were smaller in size, resembling paving stones, whereas HCC827 cells were larger and polygonal. MTT analysis revealed that wild-type EGFR A549 human lung adenocarcinoma cells proliferated faster than EGFR mutant HCC827 cells, with a significant difference (P<0.05). The Transwell in vitro cell invasion experiment indicated that HCC827 cells were significantly stronger than A549 cells (P<0.05). The incidence of brain metastases in 253 NSCLC patients was 12.3% (31/253), among which eight cases had EGFR gene mutations in primary lung tumor, with a mutation rate of only 25.81% (8/31). No significant correlation was found between the occurrence of brain metastases and the mutation in primary lung tumor. Conclusion: EGFR gene mutation in NSCLC cells can significantly enhance their invasive activity. However, the correlation between EGFR gene mutation in primary lung tumor and the occurrence of brain metastases warrants further study.
Bone Transport in the Management of Post-Osteomyelitis Tibial Defects in Pediatric Population. A Long Term Follow-up Study in Uganda
Authors:   Orthopedic Department, CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital, P.O.BOC 46, Kisubi, Uganda, A Loro , F Franceschi ,   Orthopedic Department, CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital, P.O.BOC 46, Kisubi, Uganda, F Loro ,   Orthopedic Department, CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital, P.O.BOC 46, Kisubi, Uganda, N Loro ,   Orthopedic Department, CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital, P.O.BOC 46, Kisubi, Uganda
Published: April 2024

Background: This study was designed to evaluate the long-term results and complications of using the bone transport technique in the management of post-osteomyelitis tibial defects in a low income country. Design: Retrospective study in a cohort of pediatric patients. Methods: Twenty-two patients were included in the study; all patients were treated between 2005 and 2014. The mean age at time of surgery was 9.5 years. The mean bone defect was 8.2 cm. Transport was done using both ring and monolateral external fixators; the fixator stayed in place for 290 days on average. Clinical and radiological evaluations were performed after a minimum follow-up period of 7 years. Patients were interviewed by social workers with focus on the psychosocial and economic costs of the procedure. Results: The bone and soft tissues management required a total of ninety-one surgeries, with an average of four surgeries per child. Eradication of infection was obtained in all patients. Bone results were graded as excellent in 10, good in 7, fair in 2 and poor in 3. Functional results were graded as excellent in 8, good in 6, fair in 7 and poor in 1. Major and minor complications were numerous during the bone transport procedure. Three cases of non-union at the docking point were observed. Twelve patients had a limb length discrepancy, four had slight angular deformities. Reduced range of motion was observed both in the ankle (n=4) and knee (n=2). Seven joint fusions were noted, two knees and five ankles. Conclusion: Bone transport is a valid option in the management of bone defects in children, providing satisfactory long-term outcomes. Bone gaps, soft tissue defects, limb discrepancy and joint disorders can be managed concurrently. The procedure is lengthy and prone to complications.
Coffin-Siris Syndrome Presents with Novel ARID-2 Gene Mutation
Authors:   Department of Academic Research, Advanced Research LLC, Florida, USA, Patel Kaivan , Patel Shital ,   Department of Medicine, Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad, India, Pandya Abhijit ,   Department of Electrical and computer engineering, Florida Atlantic University, Florida USA, Rowe-King Patricia ,   Department of Graduate Medical Education, Broward Health, Florida, USA
Published: April 2024

Coffin-Siris Syndrome (CSS) is a rare genetic condition most commonly associated with ARID1A, ARID1B, ARID 2, SMARCA4, SMARCB1, DPF2, and SMARCE1 genetic mutations. The most common features of CSS are intellectual disabilities and facial abnormalities. We report a case of a 10-month-old infant who presented with craniosynostosis and developmental delays. Clinical improvement was observed after conservative therapy. This paper discusses the BAF gene family and how mutations in this gene family influence the development of children. The prognosis of CSS has also been discussed.
Development and Validation of a Novel Mobile Application for Bone Age Assessment
Authors:   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India, R Patel , A Bajpai ,   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India, H Mendpara ,   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India, C Dave ,   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India, S Mehta ,   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India, P Mendpara ,   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India, R Shukla ,   Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Regency Center for Diabetes Endocrinology & Research and Department of Pediatric Critical Care, Regency Hospital Limited, Kanpur, India
Published: April 2024

Background: Despite its pivotal role, the use of bone age is limited due to a lack of physician expertise, time, and access. Objective: To develop and validate a mobile application-based bone age assessment tool. Study Design: The study involved the selection of standardized images (from 307 radiographs), delineation (90 radiographs), evaluation (200 radiographs) and incorporation of regions of interest on the application, and validation against the Tanner-Whitehouse 3 method by an expert (252 radiographs) and non-expert users (110 radiographs). Results: The application-based assessment by expert users had an absolute standardized difference of 4.7 months (95% confidence interval; 4.2-5.2 months), a relative standardized difference deviation of 4.4% (3.9-4.9%), and similar intraindividual [2.8 (1.9-3.7) months versus 3.6 (2.8-4.5) months] and interindividual variation [4.2 (3.3-5.0) versus 4.2 (3.3-5.2) months] compared to the TW3 method. Non-expert user assessment had an absolute standardized difference of 6.7 months (5.6-7.7 months) and a relative standardized difference deviation of 5.8% (4.7-6.9%). The mean test time was lower for application than TW3 for both expert [1.3 (0.2) versus 3.1 (1.0) minutes, p<0.001] and non-expert users [2.8 (1.0) versus 5.0 (1.4) minutes, p<0.001]. Discussion: Our study confirms the accuracy of mobile application-based bone age assessment. This, along with good precision, reduced complexity, and lower time requirement, suggests a potential for its widespread implementation.