bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Anaplastični velikocelični limfom, povezan z vsadki dojk
Authors: Bajuk Vid , Golobič Ahčan Uroš
Published: November 2017

An increasing number of women worldwide decide for esthetic correction of breasts with silicone implants and post-cancer breast reconstruction with tissue expanders and silicone breast implants. It is estimated that more than 10 million women around the globe have them. Tere are approximately 200 known cases of patients with anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) linked with silicone breast implants reported in medical literature. ALCL is a rare disease with an annual incidence of 0.1–0.3/100 000 women with breast silicone implants. In the presence of clinical signs, physician should also consider this rare form of ALCL in diﬀerential diagnosis. Patients are on average 50 years old. Long afer implantation surgery, the patient may experience breast swelling, pain and/or asymmetry. In diagnostics, ultrasound and cytological examination are required. During ultrasound examination ﬂuid formation (seroma) or solid tumor mass can be detected. Treatment is individualized. Due to tumor nature, implant resection and total capsulectomy are usually indicated; also, chemo- and radiotherapy might rarely be required. Five-year survival rate depends on tumor form and correlates well with clinical fndings of seroma or solid mass. In the more frequent form, seroma, fve-year survival rate is 100 %, while in the case of solid tumor mass fve-year survival rate is 75 %. The rarity of this disease makes it difficult to diagnose, but nevertheless, early detection and treatment are important for better recovery.
Primerjava laparoskopske apendektomije pri enostavnem in zapletenem vnetju slepiča
Authors: Križaj Matjaž , Štrumbelj Erik , Mahne Stanislav
Published: November 2017

Background: Laparoscopic appendectomy has been gaining ground as a gold standard for the treatment of acute appendicitis. For complex inﬂammation there is no common opinion. A higher conversion rate, longer operative time, higher incidence of abscess formation and longer hospitalization are being reported. The aim of our study was to compare the diagnostic modalities, treatment and postoperative complications in uncomplicated and complicated appendicitis.Methods: In our institution laparoscopic appendectomy is the method of choice for the treatment of every type of appendicitis. In our retrospective analysis, all patients with acute appendicitis operated on in the years 2013 and 2014 were included. Among 273 patients, 19 were excluded due to primary open procedure and one who underwent revision surgery for other disease and had appendectomy performed. In 253 patients we observed the proportion of the postoperative complications in uncomplicated and complicated cases with respect to patients’ age, period of the year, duration of hospital stay, diagnostic modalities, drainage of the abdominal cavity, conversion rate and stump closure.Results: The analysis showed a steep increase of complicated appendicitis in elderly population, but there were no significant diﬀerences regarding period of the year (χ2 test, p = 0.158). The hospital stay was longer in complicated cases (5.94 days v. 3.049 days). When a preoperative CT scan was performed, cases were more often complicated (CT 0.654, no CT 0.229; χ2 test, p < 0.001), as was the proportion of drain insertions during surgery (0.5490 v. 0.065; χ2 test, p < 0.001). The proportion of clips for the stump closure was higher in the uncomplicated group (0.717 v. 0.521; χ2 test, p = 0.005). The rate of early postoperative complications and conversion rate revealed no significant diﬀerence.Conclusions: We have found out there is a diﬀerence in diagnostic modalities and treatment options in uncomplicated and complicated appendicitis, but no significant diﬀerence in the conversion rate and early postoperative complications. Our analysis suggests that laparoscopic appendectomy is a safe method in all types of appendicitis.
Farmakologija protiepileptičnih zdravil v obdobju novorojenčka in dojenčka
Authors: Esih Katarina , Fister Petja , Rener-Primec Zvonka
Published: November 2017

Te aim of this review article is to elucidate the profound eﬀect of developmental characteristics of newborns and infants on the dosing regimen of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). AEDs have diﬀerent mechanisms of action that can broadly be grouped in three categories. Te pharmacokinetics of AEDs are largely aﬀected by developmental changes in absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion. Te cytochrome P450 enzymes represent an important component of the drug metabolism and vary widely with the child’s development and genetics. In the light of this, an important path is paved by a new science–pharmacogenetics, the study of drug response in relation to specifc genes, which is becoming increasingly important in adjusting the drug dosage. Some recommendations regarding the genetic profle have already been approved but are not yet implemented into daily clinical practice. Considering both, the developmental changes and AED characteristics, an optimal dosage with minimal adverse eﬀects may be achieved.
»Zlati holokavst« – knjiga, za katero tobačna industrija noče, da jo preberete
Authors: Zupanič Sanja
Published: November 2017

Every year, tobacco causes 3,600 deaths in Slovenia and 6 million deaths worldwide. In »Golden Holocaust: Origins of the Cigarette Catastrophe and the Case for Abolition«, Robert N. Proctor reveals the tobacco industry‘s practices from the beginning of the 19th century to the present day. Proctor proves that the tobacco industry executed the worst misuse of science since the Nazi era. Te tobacco industry to this day continues deceiving its costumers with ineﬀective flters, false tar values, the addition of anesthetics and bronchodilators to the tobacco mixtures, chemical processing of the nicotine into a more potent form, etc. Cigarettes remain as dangerous a product as they were 70 years ago. Abolition of the tobacco industry is possible – to reach this goal, it is crucial to prevent the sale of cigarettes to young generations. In many countries doctors play an important role in striving for this objective.
Analiza izvajanja perkutanih koronarnih posegov v 10-letnem obdobju (2005–2015) – izkušnje enega centra
Authors: Reschner Ana , Rojko Maja , Reschner Hrvoje , Zupan Igor , Cijan Andrej , Zorc Metka , Noč Marko
Published: November 2017

Background: Medicor was established as the third cardiovascular center in Slovenia and started with percutaneous cardiovascular interventions in 2005. The purpose of our study was to describe the features and results of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) performed between 2005 and 2015.Methods: Our retrospective descriptive study included consecutive patients undergoing PCI, who were enrolled in the PCI Registry. Patient characteristics, coronary anatomy, PCI features, use of coronary stents, procedural success and complications were investigated. Special emphasis was put on patients undergoing unprotected left main PCI.Results: During the study period, 1981 PCI procedures were performed. PCI patients were mainly men (73 %), their average age was 65+10 years and a majority (94 %) had stable coronary disease with mutivessel involvement (62 %). PCI was performed on 2978 lesions (1.50 lesion/patient) with an average diameter stenosis of 85+10 %. Target lesion was located either in the left anterior descending artery (42.9 %), right coronary artery (32.4 %), left circumﬂex artery (18.4 %), left main (3 %), surgical grafs (2.3 %) or in the intermediate artery (1 %). Balloon angioplasty alone was used in 9.6 % while other patients received 1 to 7 stents (1.44+0.86 per patient). Until 2009, drug eluting stents (DES) penetration ranged between 20 % and 30 %. It then increased to 80 % in 2012 and 100 % in 2015. PCI was angiographically successful in 95.2 %. Because of PCI complications, 4 patients (0.2 %) required immediate open-heart surgery and 4 patients (0.2 %) a surgical intervention at the femoral access site. Hospital mortality was 0 %. Stent thrombosis within 30 days was documented in 6 patients (0.3 %). In a subgroup of 58 patients undergoing unprotected lef main PCI, provisional stenting was used in 88 %. DES penetration was 94 %. PCI was angiografcally successful in all patients. Hospital and 30-day mortality rates were 0 %, 1-year mortality 1.7 % (95 % confidence interval 0–11 %) and 5-year mortality 13.8 % (95 % confidence interval 7–33 %). Target vessel revascularization at 5 years was 3.5 % (95 % confidence interval 0–23 %).Conclusion: PCI in patients with predominantly stable coronary artery disease in the Medicor Cardiovascular Center appears to be an eﬀective and safe method of revascularization, which is also true for an intervention in unprotected left main.
Oris dejavnikov, povezanih z zaupanjem bolnikov v izbranega osebnega zdravnika v Splošni ambulanti Pernica
Authors: Maguša Lorber Nataša , Selič Polona
Published: November 2017

Introduction: Trust is crucial in forming a good relationship between a patient and a doctor, where both persons believe that they are benevolent, competent and willing to act in their best interest. This research examines factors associated with patient trust in their general practitioner (GP).Method: Every third patient at the General Practice in Pernica was asked to participate in a voluntary, anonymous survey. 464 questionnaires (92.8 % response rate) were filled in. The questionnaire consisted of patient demographic data, the Trust in Physician Scale (Cronbach α = 0.795), and the Humanistic Behaviours Questionnaire (Cronbach α = 0.965). The research sample was described with frequency and percentage distribution, average values and standard deviation. Factor analysis was implemented. Using linear regression modelling, the connection between patient demographic data, patient health status and patient’s cooperation with the GP, along with factors describing trust in physician, was analyzed. Factors of physician behaviour were included in the linear regression as independent variables.Results: Positive past experience with the GP (β = 0.20, p < 0.001), greater care and involvement in treatment (β = 0.28, p < 0.001), and greater benevolence (β = 0.32, p < 0.001) were positively correlated with the competence of the GP. A lower degree of benevolence (β = -0.28, p < 0.001) was associated with greater distrust.Discussion: Physician behavior was statistically associated with patient trust. With appropriate interventions we could improve patients’ trust in their physician and thus inﬂuence a better treatment outcome, continuity of care, better cooperation and most importantly, patient satisfaction.
Nacionalna priporočila za obravnavo bolnikov s hemofilijo
Authors: Benedik Dolničar Majda , Faganel Kotnik Barbara , Kitanovski Lidija , Preložnik Zupan Irena , Anžej Doma Saša , Debeljak Maruša , Pajič Tadej , Jazbec Janez , Dovč Petra , Tomaževič Tanja , Matičič Mojca , Tomažič Janez , Tul Mandić Nataša , Trampuš Bakija Alenka
Published: November 2017

The document presents recommendations for the comprehensive treatment of patients with haemophilia in Slovenia. It enables health workers at all three levels of health care to become well-acquainted with all the possible aspects of treatment based on the best practices of major centres worldwide, and on the studies and experience of health professionals at the National Haemophilia Centre, University Medical Center Ljubljana. The document contains definitions, treatment algorithms and lists of medications with their characteristics and appropriate dosages. It specifically defines indications for the exclusive competence of the tertiary level in Ljubljana due to the actual availability of teams and laboratory options. It also contains an extensive list of the literature on haemophilia.
Priporočila za odkrivanje in zdravljenje kronične venske bolezni
Authors: Kecelj Leskovec Nada , Kozak Matija , Slana Ana , Šmuc Berger Katarina , Šikovec Andrej , Makovec Matej , Blinc Aleš , Žuran Ivan , Planinšek Ručigaj Tanja
Published: November 2017

Clinical manifestations of chronic superficial venous insufficiency are described, followed by recommendations for diagnostic evaluation and various treatment possibilities.
Uporaba samostoječe usidrane medvretenčne kletke pri operativnem zdravljenju simptomatske vratne spondiloze
Authors: Žele Tilen , Prestor Borut
Published: November 2017

Background:One of the most common surgical operations for treatment of cervical spondylosis is anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (ACDF). In order to achieve stable fusion after discectomy and avoid dysphagia the artificial stand-alone zero-profile cages with integrated screws were developed and introduced into clinical practice. Outcome and complications after ACDF with such cages were not adequately assessed yet.Methods:We analyzed 20 consecutive patients with cervical spondylosis treated in our institution with ACDF with stand-alone zero-profile cage Zero-P. Before and after surgery and then 6, 12 and 24 months after surgery we assessed the level of pain with VAS scale, severity of myelopathy with mJOA scale and dysphagia with four level scale. Treatment outcome was assessed after 2 years according to Odom's criteria.Results:No complications occurred during surgery or recovery after surgery. The VAS score after surgery and then after 6, 12 and 24 months was statistically significantly lower than before surgery (p<0.05). The mJOA scores were 6, 12 and 24 months after surgery statistically significantly higher than before surgery (p<0.05). Transient and mild dysphagia was present after surgery in 15% (3/20) of patients and 6, 12 or 24 months after surgery in none. Outcome after 2 years was excellent in 9 patients and good in 11 patients.Conclusions:Operative treatment of symptomatic cervical spondylosis with ACDF using stand-alone zero-profile cage with integrated screws is safe and efficient. Incidence of dysphagia after surgery is low and generally transient.
PRIROJENE NEPRAVILNOSTI SEČIL PRI OTROCIH
Authors: Kopač Matjaž
Published: November 2017

Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract are the commonest congenital anomalies in children, often detected prenatally with ultrasound. This method is useful for assesing the degree of dilatation of the collecting system, structure of the kidney parenchyma, amount of amniotic fluid and urinary bladder. Hydronephrosis is the most common among them. Anomalies can be bilateral or unilateral and different defects may coexist in an individual child. Anomalies of other organs and organ systems are often associated with anomalies of the kidneys and urinary tract, described in numerous syndromes. Congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract can be divided in anomalies of the renal parencyma development, renal embryonic migration and position, cystic kidney diseases and anomalies of the urinary tract (collecting system of the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder and urethra). They are the commonest cause of end-stage renal disease in children.
Quel gouvernement des réformes territoriales ? La recomposition des collectivités françaises en 2014
Authors: Arrignon Mehdi
Published: November 2017

La loi française sur la nouvelle organisation territoriale de la République a mis en place des instruments financiers et réglementaires renforcés pour amener les collectivités à se regrouper. La réforme territoriale exprime-t-elle de nouveaux types de relations entre l’État et les collectivités? L’article montre qu’avec la fusion de collectivités et la redistribution des compétences on assiste à une reprise en main des pouvoirs locaux par des modalités de dotations budgétaires ainsi que par des cadres réglementaires et juridiques plus stricts en France.
Les référentiels, les médiateurs et la mise en cohérence de l’action publique territoriale au Québec (2000-2016)
Authors: Belley Serge
Published: November 2017

À l’aide des notions de référentiel, d’acteur-médiateur et de ressource, ce texte montre que la redéfinition de la gouvernance municipale et territoriale québécoise au cours de la période 2000-2016 découle de trois facteurs principaux : l’accentuation du référentiel de redressement des finances publiques; les efforts de mise en cohérence du secteur municipal avec les normes socioéconomiques qui caractérisent ce référentiel; l’impact des changements ainsi apportés sur la structuration du secteur et le positionnement des acteurs sociaux. Si l’étude montre que l’analyse par les référentiels s’avère pertinente pour comprendre la transformation des politiques publiques, il ressort aussi que les changements de gouvernement, le temps et les stratégies des acteurs jouent un rôle.
Territoires et vieillissement : vers la fin de la politique vieillesse ?
Authors: Argoud Dominique
Published: November 2017

La politique de la vieillesse est le résultat d’interactions étroites entre le niveau local et le niveau national. Paradoxalement, la décentralisation n’a pas donné plus de poids aux acteurs locaux. Au contraire, l’État exerce toujours une forte tutelle sur le secteur médico-social au détriment des collectivités et des acteurs locaux. Néanmoins, nos recherches menées sur l’évolution de la politique vieillesse, tout comme nos monographies locales, montrent que, ces dernières années, de nombreuses initiatives émergent localement. Elles se caractérisent par une grande diversité d’actions qui empruntent des logiques échappant largement au contrôle de l’État. La politique vieillesse semble ainsi perdre de sa cohérence. Pourtant, il est possible qu’à travers l’action menée de manière non coordonnée sur les territoires locaux se dessine une redéfinition des bases de la politique vieillesse. En effet, beaucoup d’initiatives locales naissent dans un souci de mieux prendre en compte les aspirations des personnes vieillissantes et d’inventer des réponses plus transversales. Mais elles comportent le risque de dissocier plus fortement les « jeunes vieux » des « vieux vieux ».
Les frontières mouvantes des politiques de maintien à domicile. Reconfiguration de l’action sociale de l’État en France et au Québec
Authors: Benoit Maude
Published: November 2017

Les personnes âgées constituent ce que l’on peut appeler une « clientèle » privilégiée de l’État : historiquement, les programmes de santé et de retraite relatifs à la vieillesse figurent en effet parmi les politiques typiques de l’État-providence. Or, depuis les années 90, les politiques de la vieillesse des pays occidentaux convergent vers le maintien à domicile comme espace de prédilection pour vieillir. Ces nouvelles politiques sociales se heurtent cependant à un contexte bien différent de celui de l’âge d’or de l’État-providence d’après-guerre. Cet article propose d’examiner comment ces politiques en pleine expansion s’adaptent (ou pas) aux nouveaux défis sociaux, démographiques et budgétaires contemporains et, de ce fait, d’éclairer ce qu’elles révèlent sur les transformations plus vastes de l’État-providence au 21e siècle. L’analyse s’appuie sur les cas du Québec et de la France et se fonde sur une revue des écrits scientifiques, institutionnels et professionnels. Trois grandes tendances sont relevées : l’ambiguïté des objectifs poursuivis par ces politiques, les visions contradictoires quant aux rôles attendus respectivement des individus, des familles et de l’État et les transformations de l’organisation de la prestation des services pour que ces politiques « fonctionnent » malgré les ressources manquantes.
La fabrique des territoires du « bien vieillir » : recompositions du thermalisme et gouvernement municipal en France. Le cas de Bagnoles de l’Orne (Normandie)
Authors: Sonnet Adrien , Lestrelin Ludovic , Honta Marina
Published: November 2017

Avec l’instauration de la Sécurité sociale et le remboursement des cures par l’Assurance maladie, les stations thermales françaises sont, au sortir de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, consacrées comme des territoires d’accompagnement des pathologies et affections qui marquent l’avancée en âge. Intervient néanmoins, au cours des années 1990, une remise en cause par les pouvoirs publics du service médical rendu par les soins thermaux. Cette menace précipite la mobilisation des acteurs du thermalisme pour défendre les intérêts de la filière auprès de l’État. Organisés nationalement, ils cherchent alors à rappeler leur légitimité et leur savoir-faire dans la prise en charge du vieillissement pathologique. Mais ils se saisissent également du paradigme du « bien vieillir » et du « vieillissement actif », voyant là une opportunité de croissance pour relancer une activité par ailleurs fragilisée par la chute de fréquentation des établissements thermaux. Située en Normandie, la station de Bagnoles de l’Orne constitue un cas d’étude pour observer, au niveau local, la recomposition du thermalisme. Accompagnée et orientée par les élus dans un souci d’attractivité territoriale, la modernisation de l’offre thermale bouleverse des équilibres anciens. Ainsi deux vieillesses tendent-elles désormais à cohabiter sur ce territoire. Cherchant à adapter la cure aux enjeux récents de santé publique, les professionnels du thermalisme entendent continuer à accueillir des patients âgés et malades. S’est toutefois développée une seconde approche du vieillissement. Centrée sur la prévention, l’activité physique et le bien-être à destination d’un public bien portant et solvable, elle s’accorde avec la montée des injonctions au vieillissement réussi.
Les territoires de l’animation en établissements pour personnes âgées : concilier contraintes organisationnelles et souci de la qualité de vie des résident-e-s
Authors: Lambelet Alexandre , Pichonnaz David , Hugentobler Valérie
Published: November 2017

À partir de l’étude de deux cas, cet article interroge la place qui est accordée aux équipes d’animation — et donc à l’animation proposée — aujourd’hui dans les établissements pour personnes âgées. Dans le cadre d’une analyse organisationnelle, il montre comment l’animation (ou les équipes d’animation) n’existe ainsi pas in abstracto, mais est prise dans un système d’action, et qu’elle ne peut être comprise qu’au regard de celui dans lequel l’ensemble des acteurs de ces institutions prend place. Il montre, en creux, comment ces institutions informent ou façonnent les territoires de vie des résident-e-s.
Relier le séparé, séparer le relié. Enquête sur l’accompagnement des personnes atteintes de la maladie d’Alzheimer en EHPAD
Authors: Villez Marion
Published: November 2017

Cette contribution se centre sur l’accompagnement professionnel en hébergement collectif (singulièrement en établissement d’hébergement pour personnes âgées dépendantes – EHPAD) des personnes atteintes de maladies d’Alzheimer ou de maladies apparentées. Elle analyse la manière dont cet accompagnement est pensé et l’expérience effective qu’en font tant les encadrants que les professionnels de première ligne. La question des modes d’accompagnement des personnes atteintes de troubles cognitifs en établissement d’hébergement est largement spatialisée, principalement au travers de l’identification d’unités dites spécifiques au sein des établissements. À partir d’une enquête qualitative au sein d’un corpus d’établissements en France, il apparaît que, bien que le débat soit sans cesse rejoué, cette spécialisation s’est imposée comme la forme incontournable d’adaptation au nouveau « public cible » constitué par les personnes atteintes de troubles cognitifs, invisibilisant par le fait même l’autre voie qui aurait pu s’avérer une réelle alternative : l’absence d’unités spécifiques. Il est également mis en évidence que la réalité, au quotidien, est plus complexe. Afin de « faire tenir ensemble » la collectivité des résidents, les professionnels construisent et réinventent sans cesse de subtils équilibres « dosant » les formes de spécialisation. Il s’opère ainsi une « pensée du commun en actes » autour d’une double tension : relier le séparé et séparer le relié.
La participation de personnes vieillissantes dans les comités logement à Montréal : composer avec l’exclusion territoriale1
Authors: Simard Julien
Published: November 2017

La possibilité de vieillir sur place, pour une catégorie de personnes d’un certain âge et disposant de faibles revenus, se trouve fragilisée dans certains quartiers centraux montréalais. Les personnes vieillissantes peuvent toutefois s’ajuster aux dynamiques urbaines. Dans le contexte précis de cet article, nous tenterons de déterminer les contours de la participation de personnes vieillissantes au sein de comités logement, en lien avec l’insécurité locative pouvant les affecter. Cet article, basé sur les premiers résultats et analyses d’une recherche en cours, mobilise le contenu de 14 entrevues semi-dirigées (7 réalisées avec des intervenantes et 7 avec des personnes vieillissantes participant aux activités des comités), de même que sur plusieurs mois d’observation participante. L’exclusion territoriale, ou l’épée de Damoclès qui plane sur les personnes vieillissantes résidant de longue date dans leur logement est mise à distance par la participation dans les comités logement, en fournissant aux individus du support juridique, social et symbolique. Les politiques publiques de vieillissement sur place devraient davantage prendre en compte la situation des personnes vieillissantes au sein du parc locatif privé.
« Un parc à soi » : les parcs, territoires de la vieillesse en Chine urbaine contemporaine
Authors: Rochot Justine
Published: November 2017

Depuis une vingtaine d’années, les parcs de Chine urbaine sont largement mobilisés par les personnes âgées comme espaces de loisirs. Partant d’une enquête ethnographique menée au parc Ditan, à Pékin, cet article revient sur la manière dont les personnes âgées investissent cet espace et lui attribuent aujourd’hui des significations spécifiques. Après une historicization des usages et publics des parcs de Chine urbaine depuis leurs créations au début du XXe siècle, l’article se penche sur les raisons expliquant leur remobilisation récente par un nouveau public de retraités et sur les significations que ces derniers leur attribuent, dans un contexte de transformations urbaines et de tensions intergénérationnelles.
Faire les courses, préparer les repas et prendre en charge son conjoint. Postures de femmes retraitées face à la fermeture des commerces alimentaires de proximité
Authors: Cardon Philippe
Published: November 2017

Les courses alimentaires occupent une place centrale dans la vie quotidienne des personnes âgées, cette activité constituant le premier motif de sortie de celles vivant en centre-ville. La majorité de ces dernières vivent au quotidien dans un périmètre inférieur à 500 mètres. Ce périmètre ne cesse du reste de se rétrécir avec l’avancée en âge. Cela renforce le fait que la proximité de commerces et de services joue un rôle puissant d’intégration. Surtout, la proximité et la diversité des commerces alimentaires garantissent diversité et fraîcheur de l’alimentation des ménages de retraités. Partant, l’article étudie, à partir de deux monographies de couples de retraités, vivant dans un quartier périphérique d’une ville moyenne, l’impact de la disparition des commerces de proximité sur leur alimentation et leur mode de vie dans le contexte particulier de la prise en charge des maris atteints de maladies graves par leur conjointe. Entre la prise en charge de leur conjoint, la gestion des différentes activités domestiques et les contraintes liées à la disparition des commerces, les femmes rencontrées tentent de concilier identité pour soi et identité conjugale. Deux postures de contournement de la disparition des commerces de proximité émergent dès lors, chacune influençant différemment l’alimentation des ménages. La manière de faire face à la fermeture des magasins apparaît liée au style de vie et au milieu social du ménage, et s’exprime dans la façon dont les conjointes négocient identité pour soi et identité conjugale.
Léon Dion et sa nation ou La dernière voix d’une troisième voie
Authors: Lemieux Olivier
Published: November 2017

Le travail de Léon Dion, un des pères des sciences politiques au Québec, est reconnu depuis longtemps. Néanmoins, dans le champ de l’historiographie, force est de constater que ce dernier a très peu attiré l’attention des chercheurs. L’article suivant pose l’hypothèse que cet oubli est le résultat d’un malaise suscité par un aspect de sa pensée, lequel fait la promotion d’une troisième voie : le fédéralisme asymétrique. Pour étayer cette hypothèse, nous explorons chronologiquement les principaux travaux de Dion sur la nation, sur le nationalisme et sur la question nationale en les mettant en perspective avec les travaux de quelques intellectuels de son époque. Nous en venons à la conclusion que Dion a été la dernière voix de cette troisième voie.
USE OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN THE GLOBAL CONTEXT: INTERCULTURAL IMPLICATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS TRENDS
Authors: Milovanović Snežana
Published: November 2017

Significance of the English language use in the globalized economy has been indisputable. Reforms of educational systems have been tailored to accommodate the role of the English language in today’s globalized context. While many scholars are propagating dissemination of this idea ranging from innovating language teaching methodologies to unique business strategies, still many are pointing to problems related to cultural and socio-political issues. A dichotomy between the single language use for international communication and local languages throughout the world brings up a major intercultural issue. Solutions to this issue represent a complex and difficult task requiring organized efforts both at national and global levels.
BANKARSKA ANALIZA PREDVIĐANJA PONAŠANJA KLIJENATA
Authors: Banović Marica , Vujnović-Gligorić Bogdana
Published: November 2017

Banke se sve više usmjeravaju ka podizanju kvaliteta svojih usluga, prvenstveno kroz analizu ponašanja i zadovoljstva svojih klijenata. U predhodnom periodu bančini pomaci na tržištu su se najvećim dijelom temeljili na tehnološkom napretku koji je omogućavao stalno kreiranje novih usluga, nevezano za individualne potrebe klijenata. Malo je učinjeno na analizi klijenata, odnosno formiranju baze podataka koja bi uključivala i podatke o karakteru klijenta. U cilju personalizovanog pristupa rješavanju klijentovih potreba, analizirani su najuticajni faktori klijentovog ponašanja, a posebno kulturni, psihološki, socijalni i personalni faktori. Njihovom analizom se dolazi do saznanja zašto klijent u određenim situacijama donosi različite odluke o ne/kupovini.Rad ima za cilj da ukaže na mogućnosti modeliranja budućih odluka bančinih klijenata na osnovu promjenjivog pristupa prema korisnicima.
REKLAMNE AGENCIJE KAO AKTERI TRŽIŠNOG KOMUNICIRANJA
Authors: Đokić Maja , Mitić Branislav , Panić Biljana
Published: November 2017

Posle drugog svetskog rata razvile su se moderne agencije, nudeći i usluge kao što su marketing, marketinško istraživanje, tržišno komuniciranje i planiranje medija. Sa pojavom komercijalne televizije agencije su svom asortimanu dodale i kupovinu televizijskog vremena i proizvodnju televizijskih reklama. Takođe, zbog svog sve dinamičnijeg razvoja, počevši od kraja dvadesetog veka, internet je sve popularniji kod prodavaca, oglašivača i marketinških agencija. Uloga reklamne agencije je da planira, kreira i sprovodi reklamne kampanje za klijente. Međutim, do koje mere je to stvarno tako, zavisi od vrste agencije. Postoje agencije koje nude sve vrste usluga, one koje samo kupuju reklamni prostor/vreme u medijima, one koje se bave samo kreativnim radom (ful servis agencije), dok neke nude posebne usluge (specijalizovane agencije). Promotivne agencije nude i prodaju reklamne i druge usluge vezane uz promotivnu delatnost i tržišno poslovanje. One raspolažu znanjem, veštinom i sredstvima koja im omogućavaju da poslove iz oblasti promocije realizuju brže, efikasnije i ekonomičnije nego što bi ih obavljao oglašivač u sopstvenom preduzecu. One su u značajnoj meri prisutne i na domaćem tržištu i otuda aktuelnost analize njihovog funkionisanja.
A Multimodal Approach to Design of Aircraft Cockpit Displays
Authors: Jovanović Mlađan , Starčević Dušan , Petrović Mirko
Published: November 2017

In this paper, we present an approach to design of command tables in aircraft cockpits. To date, there is no common standard for designing this kind of command tables. Command tables impose high load on human visual senses for displaying flight information such as altitude, attitude, vertical speed, airspeed, heading and engine power. Heavy visual workload and physical conditions significantly influence cognitive processes of an operator in an aircraft cockpit. Proposed solution formalizes the design process describing instruments in terms of estimated effects they produce on flight operators. In this way, we can predict effects and constraints of particular type of flight instrument and avoid unexpected effects early in the design process.
Social Media in Marketing and PR
Authors: Štavljanin Velimir , Filipović Vinka , Kostić-Stanković Milica
Published: November 2017

Social media as a new communication channel has managed to radicalize the way companies communicate with consumers and other stakeholders. Companies that are not on time engaged in social media weaken its ability for competitive struggle. In this paper we present possibilities of different types of social media in relation to marketing and public relations. Also, the paper will give specific recommendations for the use of social media in mark eting and public relations.
The Way of Students’ Efficiency Improvement in Knowledge Acquisition and Transfer Knowledge Model in Clarolina CMS
Authors: Buzađija Nevzudin
Published: November 2017

In this work, throughout the research which was organized in one high school in Bosnia and Herzegovina, it will be shown the influence of exercises on the final result in the e-learning environment at the final test done by students. The research was conducted from the subject informatics in the I, II and III grade. The type of the questions were of multiple choices, addition and accession. The aim was to see how much influence these online exercises have on the final outcome which is demonstrated through the final informatics test done by students and which is done in a classical way in classroom after the finished teaching materials that were planned according to high school rules. In the research, it was taken account of making all preconditions available for easy experiment conducting with regard to technical securing preconditions for students access to blended system of teaching. Concerning the recent experience, it is noticeable that youth like the use of IT and communication devices. In order to secure all necessary conditions, it was conducted the survey among students about having technical preconditions of online access to testing and about students knowledge of work principle in the Claroline LMS platform. The aim was to increase motivation of high school students with regard to the use of online materials, because in high schools of Bosnia and Herzegovina almost nothing is undertaken when it comes to the implementation of new IKT possibilities.
The Impact of Quantum Phenomena on the Complexity of Communication Systems
Authors: Stojanović Aleksandar
Published: November 2017

Abstract: This publication put the accent on strategical problems in information transmission. The analysis is based on substantially different structure between classical (bit) and quantum information unit (qubit). The scientific methodology used in this publication is relatively new (single qubit transfer based on no-cloning theorem). Important part of publication is devoted to solving problems where quantum information processing offers much more prolific solutions than classical information processing. From practical point of view, the advances of quantum based information technologies have been presented.
The innovation ICT strategy in agri-food sector
Authors: Sturiale Luisa , Scuderi Alessandro
Published: November 2017

Abstract: The achievement of Information Communication Technology (ICT) as a new ground for economic competition is deeply affecting the trade organization in many merchant sectors. For Italian agri-food products it is of absolute importance for Internet marketing to be undertaken and to foresee the consequent scenarios. The aim of this research is to exactly assess the opportunities and problems of the distribution circuit based on the virtual scenario, with a methodological and empirical approach, working on the analysis of experiences already begun by agri-food companies established in Italy and engaged in “business to consumer” and “business to business”. The ICT is configured as a phenomenon in a continuous and rapid evolution, which makes it necessary for companies to continually adapt to it and to the habits of web-consumers. This means that it is necessary to effectively enter the network of agri-food firms, and to strategically revise marketing methods focusing on the market place.
Enumeration, Ranking and Generation of Binary Trees Based on Level-Order Traversal Using Catalan Cipher Vectors
Authors: Božinovski Adrijan , Stojčevska Biljana , Pačovski Veno
Published: November 2017

In this paper, a new representation of a binary tree is introduced, called the Catalan Cipher Vector, which is a vector of  elements with certain properties. It can be ranked using a special form of the Catalan Triangle designed for this purpose. It is shown that the vector coincides with the level-order traversal of the binary tree and how it can be used to generate a binary tree from it. Streamlined algorithms for directly obtaining the rank from a binary tree and vice versa, using the Catalan Cipher Vector during the processes, are given. The algorithms are analyzed for time and space complexity and shown to be linear for both.The Catalan Cipher Vector enables a straightforward determination of the position and linking for every node of the binary tree, since it contains information for both every node’s ancestor and the direction of linking from the ancestor to that node. Thus, it is especially well suited for binary tree generation. Using another structure, called a canonical state-space tableau, the relationship between the Catalan Cipher Vector and the level-order traversal of the binary tree is explained.
Object-Oriented Analysis and Design for one Algorithm of Computational Geometry: Forward, Reverse and Round-Trip Engineering
Authors: Saračević Muzafer H , Stanimirović Predrag S , Mašović Sead H
Published: November 2017

Triangulation of the polygon is a fundamental algorithm in computational geometry. This paper considers techniques of object-oriented analysis and design as a new tool for solving and analyzing convex polygon triangulation. The triangulation is analyzed from three aspects: forward, reverse and round-trip engineering. We give a suggestion for improving the obtained software solution of the polygon triangulation algorithm using technique that combines UML modeling and Java programming.
Customer Satisfaction as a Significant Measure of Successful ERP Implementation
Authors: Ivetić Bojan , Marušić Tonćo , Radosav Dragica
Published: November 2017

Abstract: The measuring of implemented ERP system’s efficiency is in any case multidimensional. Various researchers dedicated a lot of attention trying to find the best way to measure the success or the effectiveness of ERP solution. „Customer satisfaction“ as a measure represents the crucial point in creating the model for Measuring the success of implemented ERP systems and therefore it is the subject of this work. In this work we shall see what effect the other measurements will have on the „customer satisfaction“, respecting the correlation between particular crucial categories in creating the model of implemented ERP system’s success.
Hybrid Methodology of Nonlinear Goal Programming
Authors: Roljić Lazo
Published: November 2017

What we demonstrate here is a nonlinear goal-programming (NGP) algorithm based on hybrid connection of the modified simplex method of goal programming, gradient method of feasible directions and method of optimal displacement size finding-called HNGPM. Iterative methodology is given in five steps: (1) linearization the set of nonlinear constraints at particular point, (2) solving the problem of normalized linear goal programming, (3) feasible direction computation, (4) calculating optimal step length displacement, and (5) testing out convergence problem. Our idea was to apply Euler’s theorem for the “total” linearization of the nonlinear constraints (in the space) around particular point. According to Euler’s theorem, it is possible to apply this methodology to solve the problems of NGP whether the nonlinear constraint functions are linearly or positively homogeneous.
Simulation of Processes in Traction Electric Actuators of Autonomous Vehicles
Authors: Inkov Yu M. , Sachkova E. V. , Korobanova Ya. A. , Fadeikin T. N.
Published: November 2017

At the stage of construction of traction electric drives of electric power systems (EPS) the analysis of electromagnetic and energy processes in various operational and emergency modes is needed. The calculation of complex multi-electromechanical systems of modern vehicles is only possible by computer simulation. The programming of such complex systems by traditional methods is practically impossible, or is a time-consuming process. The use of universal modeling systems is the only possible way of modeling of multi-component systems. In this article we deal with the mathematical model of the synchronous generator of autonomous vehicle in computer-aided design (CAD) OrCAD 10.0 (Pspice). The software package OrCAD 10.0 (Pspice) is one of the most versatile in the field of simulation of electrical circuits with a large number of components. OrCAD libraries contain proven by the time mathematical models of practical application of electric power components and it is continuously ever-growing. At the end of the article the characteristics for different modes of operation of a synchronous generator are summarized.
The Perspective of High-Temperature Superconductivity Eltctrical Equipment Application for Traction Power Supply and the Problems of Electromagnetic Compatibility
Authors: Badjor M. P. , Inkov Yu. M.
Published: November 2017

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Water treeing in extruded cable insulation as Rehbinder electrical effect
Authors: Peshkov Iz. B. , Shuvalov M. Yu. , Ovsienko V. L.
Published: November 2017

The paper contains systematic comparison of signs and properties of the water treeing phenomenon (the basic mechanism of degradation of medium voltage electric cable extrudered insulation which develops under combined action of electric stress and water) and Rehbinder Effect – the reduction of mechanical strength of solids due to physical and chemical action of liquid medium.The analysis of the published data permits to distinguish 13 indications of the Rehbinder Effect. The authors show successively the direct analogy of the water treeing and the Rehbinder Effect using the above mentioned indications, including decrease of work of the development of new surfaces in the course of destruction, chemical specificity, role of material defects, two-stage destruction nature, etc. The analogy obtained is accepted as a working hypothesis which permits to bring certain order into theoretical and experimental studies of the water treeing.
Control Systems for Automated Vessel Piloting Through Local Stationary Obstacles
Authors: Moiseevich Dovgobrod Georgy , Mikhaylovich Klyachko Lev
Published: November 2017

To reduce the “human factor” component in the causes of accidents during pilot age of vessels along areas of fairways with local stationary obstacles we propose a device which provides: a) real-time presentation on a graphical display of information on current and predicted positions of a vessel with regard to a stationary obstacle; b) automated or semi-automated piloting of a vessel in to a straight path for safe passage of an obstacle. Specified device will allow reducing the risk of accidents while piloting a vessel along difficult parts of fairways.
VirtualSign Translator as a Base for a Serious Game
Authors: De Sá Paula Maria
Published: November 2017

The goal of this paper is to present the development of a game aimed at making the process of learning sign language enjoyable and interactive, using the VirtualSign Translator. This game aims to make the process of learning sign language easier and enjoyable. In the game the player can control an avatar and interact with several objects and Non-player characters in order to obtain signs. Through the connection with VirtualSign Translator the data gloves and Kinect support, this interaction and the gestures can then be represented by the character. This allows for the user to visualize and learn or train the various existing configurations of gestures. To improve the interactivity and to make the game more interesting and motivating, several checkpoints were placed along game levels. The game has as an inventory system where the signs are kept and can be checked allowing for the user to visualize and learn or train the various existing configurations of gestures. A High Scores system was also created, as well as a History option, to ensure that the game is a continuous and motivating learning process.
Biometric System To Secure The Internet Of Things
Authors: Latinović Olja
Published: November 2017

Today, Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming part of a diverse organization, from academic to large enterprises. Also, we use IoT in our daily lives like home appliances, security monitoring such as baby, smoke detectors, health product measure exercise, traffic systems, industrial uses, etc. Biometric is an important segment of IoT, because it proves user’s identity. Biometric security plays the main role in IoT. This paper presents how biometric system secures the Internet of Things and architecture proposal based on one system that connects biometric system and components of Internet of Things.
Using open source software for web application security testing
Authors: Živković Ksenija , Milenković Ivan , Simić Dejan
Published: November 2017

Web applications are a standard part of our everyday lives. Their purpose can vary significantly, from e-banking to social networks. However, one thing is similar - users have generally high expectations from different web applications. To assure such high expectations, proper web application testing is necessary. Non-functional testing is an important part of web application testing. As technology advances and requirements become more complex, the importance of non-functional application aspects becomes even greater. It is necessary to identify non-functional requirements of web applications which are important to users, implement those requirements and test them.
Online evaluation of recommender system with MovieLens dataset
Authors: Handžić Asmir
Published: November 2017

The purpose of this paper is to explore the advantages of recommender systems based on the matrix factorization in respect to classical first neighbor recommender systems to real users through A/B test, as these studies are more significant. The results presented in this paper confirms the hypothesis that the recommender systems based on the models of matrix factorization are superior in relation to classical nearest-neighbor recommender systems.
Road Safety Management in Local Communities
Authors: Čabarkapa Milenko , Avramović Zoran Ž
Published: November 2017

The research of coordination of activities and responsibility-sharing at the appropriate level of road safety management, conducted by analyzing responses from the prepared Questionnaire, in the period before and after the adoption of the Global Plan for the Decade of action for road safety 2011-2020, showed that the improvement or deterioration of the state of road safety at all levels of management, particularly at the local level within Montenegro, can be directly associated with the achievement of coordination of activities and responsibility sharing for the state of road safety. The aim of the paper is to encourage the development of the road safety system in local communities, basing on a vertical coordination in national and local activities and horizontal coordination in activities at the local level, with the establishment of a responsibility sharing system for the state of road safety in local communities.