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Unilateral herpes zoster ophthalmicus with bilateral cerebral infarcts in human immunodeficiency virus seropositive patient
Authors: Kulkarni Girish Baburao , Mustare Veerendrakumar , Mirza Masoom Abbas 
Published: November 2019

ABSTRACTIschemic stroke is a recognized complication of herpes zoster ophthalmicus. Arterial involvement is usually seen on the side of the rash. It is thought to be due to vessel inflammation by the virus, which travels from the trigeminal ganglion. Few case reports of bilateral and distant site of zoster lesions with stroke in the brain have been described. These reports suggest possibility of contiguous vascular, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or hematogenous spread of the virus from the ganglion to the cerebral blood vessels. Therapeutically acyclovir, anticoagulation, and steroids have been used in the treatment of the zoster associated with stroke. We describe a case of immunocompromised patient with ipsilateral zoster ophthalmicus with bilateral anterior circulation strokes, who was treated with above measures and made successful recovery. This report also raises/supports possible CSF/vascular/hematogenous spread of the virus from the ganglion to involve cerebral blood vessels leading to the stroke.
Hemichorea and dystonia due to frontal lobe meningioma
Authors: Rana Abdul Qayyum , Yousuf Muhammad Saad , Hashmi Muhammad Zainuddin , Kachhvi Zakerabibi Mohammed 
Published: November 2019

ABSTRACTTumors originating from the meninges, also known as meningiomas, have rarely been known to cause parkinsonian symptoms and other movement disorders. Although some cases of AV malformations causing movement disorders have been described in the literature, not much has been reported about meningiomas in this regard. The aim of this case report is to further highlight the importance of brain imaging in patients with movement disorders for even a benign tumor; and also emphasize the need for a careful movement disorder examination because more than one phenomenology of movement disorders may result from the mechanical pressure caused by a tumor. We present a case report of a patient with a heavily calcified right frontal lobe meningioma. Our patient had irregular, involuntary, brief, fleeting and unpredictable movements of her left upper and lower extremities, consistent with chorea. The patient also had abnormal dystonic posturing of her left arm while walking. This case report highlights the importance of brain imaging as well as careful neurological examinations of patients with benign meningiomas. Moreover, it illustrates the remarkable specificity yet clinical diversity of meningiomas in presentation through movement disorders.
Cerebellar giant cell glioblastoma multiforme in an adult
Authors: Mishra Sudhansu Sekhar , Behera Sanjay Kumar , Dhir Manmath Kumar , Senapati Satya Bhusan 
Published: November 2019

ABSTRACTCerebellar glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a rare tumor that accounts for only 1% of all cases of GBM and its giant cell variant is even much rarely encountered in adults. A case of cerebellar giant cell GBM managed at our institution reporting its clinical presentation, radiological and histological findings, and treatment instituted is described. In conjunction, a literature review, including particular issues, clinical data, advances in imaging studies, pathological characteristics, treatment options, and the behavior of such malignant tumor is presented. It is very important for the neurosurgeon to make the differential diagnosis between the cerebellar GBM, and other diseases such as metastasis, anaplastic astrocytomas, and cerebellar infarct because their treatment modalities, prognosis, and outcome are different.
Sonoelastographic Evaluation of the Lower Lateral Nasal Cartilage Lateral Crus, Auricular Conchal Cartilage, and Costal Cartilage
Authors: Şahan Mehmet Hamdi , Bayar Muluk Nuray , Inal Mikail , Asal Neşe , Şimşek Gökçe , Arıkan Osman Kürşat 
Published: November 2019

AbstractWe investigated the sonoelastographic features of the lower lateral nasal cartilage lateral crus (LLNC-LC), auricular conchal cartilage (ACC), and costal cartilage (CC). In this prospective study, group 1 consisted of 60 participants (30 males and 30 females) between 18 and 35 years of age. Group 2 consisted of 60 participants (30 males and 30 females) between 35 and 50 years of age. Strain elastography (SE) and shear wave elastography (SWE) were performed. For all LLNC-LCs and ACCs, type I SE was detected more in group 2, type II SE was detected more in group 1, and type III SE was detected more in group 1 (p < 0.05). For CC, type I SE was detected more in both groups (p < 0.05). For LLNC-LC, type I SE was detected more in males compared with females in both groups (p < 0.05). For all LLNC-LC, ACC and CC, the SWE modulus of group 2 was significantly higher than that of group 1 (p < 0.05). In older participants, the SWE modulus increased. We recommend using ACC mainly in rhinoplasty operations for primary and revision cases as its SWE modulus is similar to that of the LLNC-LC. However, due to the higher SWE modulus of CC, CC grafts should not be used as the first choice in rhinoplasties, especially in the reconstruction of the nasal tip contour, but may be used in nasal dorsum augmentation.
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for the Treatment of Non-Union of a Canine Mandibular Fracture
Authors: Oginska Olivia J. , Whitelock Richard , Hausler Kirsten , Stelman Amy , Allen Matthew J. 
Published: November 2019

AbstractThe use of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for the treatment of delayed or non-union of long bone fractures has been described in human patients with encouraging results. This case report describes the successful treatment of a mandibular fracture non-union with ESWT. To authors' knowledge, this is the first report of the clinical use of ESWT for the management of a non-union in a dog.
Effects of non-equilibrium excitation on methane oxidation in a low-temperature RF discharge
Authors: Sun Jintao , Chen Qi , Yang Xiaofang , Koel Bruce E 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The kinetic effects of non-equilibrium excitation by direct electron impact on low-temperature oxidation of CH4 were investigated by experiment and simulation. We focused on the vibrational-electronic-chemistry coupling of methane and oxygen molecules under conditions of immediate reduced electric field strengths of 30–100 Td in an RF dielectric barrier discharge. A detailed plasma chemistry mechanism governing the oxidation processes in an He/CH4/O2 combustible mixture was proposed and studied by including a set of electron impact reactions, dissociative recombination reactions, reactions involving vibrationally- and electronically- excited species, and important three-body recombination reactions. A linear increase in reactant consumption with an increase in plasma power was observed experimentally. This suggested the presence of decoupling between the molecular excitation by plasma and the low-temperature chemistry. However, CO formation showed a non-linear trend, with its formation increasing with lower energy inputs and decreasing at higher energy inputs. By modelling the chemical kinetic sensitivity and reaction pathways, we found that the formation of radicals via the chain propagation reactions CH4  +  O(1D)  →  CH3  +  OH, and O2(a1Δg)  +  H  →  O  +  OH was mainly accelerated by the electronically excited species O(1D) and O2(a1Δg). The numerical simulation also revealed that under conditions of incomplete relaxation, the vibrational species CH4(v) and O2(v) enhanced chain propagating reactions, such as CH4(v)  +  O  →  CH3  +  OH, CH4(v)  +  OH  →  CH3  +  H2O, O2(v)  +  H  →  O  +  OH, thus stimulating the production of active radicals and final products. Specifically, for an E/N value of 68.2 Td in a stoichiometric mixture (0.05 CH4/0.1 O2/0.85 He), O(1D), CH4(v13), and O2(v) were estimated to contribute to 12.7%, 3.6%, and 3.8% of the production of OH radicals respectively. The reaction channel CH4(v13)  +  OH  →  H2O  +  CH3 was estimated to be responsible for 1.6% of the H2O formation. These results highlight the strong roles of vibrational states in a complex plasma chemistry system and provide new insights into the roles of excited species in the low-temperature oxidation kinetics of methane.
Concepts of geoparks establishment in Bulgaria and their geothermal resources
Authors: Sinnyovsky Dimitar , Kalutskova Natalia , Dronin Nikolai , Sinnyovska Dimka , Medvedev Andrey , Telnova Natalia 
Published: November 2019

AbstractBulgaria is the third country in the world by number of mineral springs after Japan and Iceland. The Bulgarian-Russian collaboration in geological, environmental and landscape conservation provided a new development of the methodology for identification, evaluation and characterization of geodiversity including their geotermal resources. Individual approach to the concepts of the national geoparks stressed on their scientific and geodiversity features, environmental conditions and economic premises by defining one major geopark theme and many minor topics. Regardless of their radically different themes, the geothermal activity in geoparks is the common feature, which provides them with a great balneological potential. The concept of Geopark “Iskar Canyon” is based on the remarkable geodiversity of the Iskar River Canyon with a number of wonderful landscapes and scenic outcrops of various rock types ranging from Precambrian to Quaternary. The concept of Geopark “Belogradchik Rocks” lies on the famous Lower Triassic sandstone pinnacles. Geopark “Rila” is based on its remarkable glacial landscapes - glacier valleys, cirques, moraines, arêtes and horns. The major theme of Geopark “Burgas Lakes” is related with the ancient sea-level changes and balneo-healing properties of their humus mud. The unifying theme of these geoparks is the high spa potential of their thermal springs that have been used since the Roman Age.
Geological field investigation for the assessment of the low-grade geothermal resources from volcanic terrains of the Island of Salina (Aeolian Islands, Italy)
Authors: Floridia G , Viccaro M 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The subsoil as a “thermal reservoir” is a modern concept that is leading to continuous developments of innovative methods of energy production. If volcanic areas have been so far considered suitable for exploitation of medium-to-high enthalpy resources, it is also true that an incredible potential confined to low grade resources is available. The geological background of Sicily makes the island as one of the most suitable contexts of southern Italy where geothermal resources could have great potential to increase their whole usage. Several active volcanic zones or areas at high hydrothermalism offer advantageous exploitation from low to high enthalpy geothermal resources. Here we present a case study from Santa Marina Salina (Aeolian Island Arc) with a detailed field survey providing information on lithostratigraphic features and on hydrogeological conditions of the area. The study is aimed at testing the thermal conductivity distribution at various depths by means of a theoretical model. Such an approach allowed the definition of the most suitable areas and their low-grade geothermal potential through different thematic maps for thermal conductivity in the shallow subsurface (0-150 m). Collected data become crucial for correct sizing of low-enthalpy geothermal installations, leading to optimization of the final planned technical solutions efficiency.
Advanced techniques for determining thermal properties on rock samples and cuttings and indirect estimating for atmospheric and formation conditions
Authors: Popov E , Goncharov A , Popov Yu , Spasennykh M , Chekhonin E , Shakirov A , Gabova A 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
A set of advanced methods and instruments was developed to improve essentially quality of experimental data on reservoir thermal properties (thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity, volumetric heat capacity, coefficient of linear thermal expansion) at atmospheric and reservoir thermobaric conditions. The new thermal core logging technique provides continuous high-resolution profiling rock thermal properties along wells accounting for rock anisotropy and multi-scale heterogeneity. Integration of the technique application results with standard well logging data leads to possibilities of high resolution profiling porosity, rock matrix thermal properties, elastic wave velocities and modulus, rock density, etc. New approaches are described that allow indirect determination of the reservoir thermal properties from standard petrophysical logging data accounting for formation anisotropy. A new laser optical scanning instrument, enhanced theoretical modeling of effective thermal properties and special workflow opened a way to determination of combination for rock thermal properties on rock cuttings at formation temperatures. The new experimental basis improves reliability of data on physical properties of reservoirs, results of specific heat flow determination and reservoir thermal regime modeling within prospecting, exploration and development of geothermal energy fields.
Assessment of geothermal reservoir temperature and energy fields based on resistivity data
Authors: Jha Shibani K , Puppala Harish 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Geothermal is a consistent and reliable source of renewable energy for various scale exploitation. However, harnessing geothermal energy is limited to small-scale direct heat applications in many countries, primarily due to various technical and economic reasons. One among the many reasons is a meager amount of field studies available for the reliable prediction of reservoir potential, especially in India. Assessment of temperature field depends on proper information of subsurface field properties. The assessed temperature field further determines the stored heat energy. The accurate assessment of reservoir potential depends on temperature field. Reasonable reservoir potential information would encourage policymakers to plan developmental works at various scales. Since the information on subsurface characteristics is limited in the absence of deep exploration data, assessment of reservoir potential is associated with uncertainties. In this regard, this study presents a methodology for preliminary assessment of reservoir potential in terms of temperature and thermo-hydro-geological features, which also predicts the stored heat energy. The study considers the geothermal status of India, where the developmental activities and exploration are still at nascent stages, and predicts the temperature and energy distribution of Puga geothermal reservoir based on the available resistivity data.
Collocated geothermal resources of the South of Western Siberia (Russia) and prospects of their use
Authors: Shevchenko A A , Skrobot O V , Bord E G , Shiganova O V 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Low-temperature geothermal resources are widely distributed in the sedimentary cover of Western Siberia. In the southern part of the region the aquifer of the Pokur formation (K1-2), with temperatures up to 47° C at well heads, has the best prospects for direct heating. The energy extracted from this kind of geothermal resources must be used near the reservoir, that’s why collocation of the resource and a user is required. A new approach to the issue of using this energy potential is integrated use of existing water wells, drilled for domestic and drinking purposes, for heating of premises (including hot water supply) and water supply at rural communities in the south of Western Siberia. The research was aimed at the estimation of effectiveness of ground-source heat pump (GSHP) systems for extraction of energy from low-temperature groundwater, and their use for space heating of commercial buildings under the climatic conditions of the region. The computations were made by using NIBE AB (Sweden) software. It states that GSHP systems are very competitive with coal boilers, mostly used for hot water supply and space heating at domestic communities. The use of GSHP systems will also improve the ecological situation in the region.
Identification of Alcohol Risk Drinking Behaviour in Pregnancy Using a Web-Based Questionnaire: Large-Scale Implementation in Antenatal Care
Authors: Weile Louise Katrine Kjaer , Wu Chunsen , Hegaard Hanne Kristine , Kesmodel Ulrik Schiøler , Henriksen Tine Brink , Ibsen Inge Olga , Nohr Ellen Aagaard 
Published: November 2019

AbstractAimsThis study aimed to examine the feasibility of a web-based questionnaire when collecting information on alcohol consumption in pregnancy to identify women with risk drinking behaviour, and to describe factors associated with risk drinking behaviour, and the use of specialized care for prenatal risk drinking.MethodsIn 2413 women referred to antenatal care at Odense University Hospital, Denmark, April–October 2018, self-reported alcohol intake was retrieved from a web-based questionnaire. Replies were screened for risk drinking behaviour: current intake of ≥7 drinks/week, ≥3 binge drinking episodes (intake of ≥5 drinks on a single occasion) in pregnancy, binge drinking after recognition of pregnancy and/or a TWEAK-score ≥ 2 points. Women with risk drinking behaviour were called to clarify the need for specialized care. A summary of the interview was obtained from the medical records.ResultsOverall, 2168 (90%) completed the questionnaire. Of 2097 women providing information on alcohol intake, 77 (4%) had risk drinking behaviour. Risk drinking was associated with higher alcohol intake prior to pregnancy, spontaneous conception, younger age, nulliparity and higher level of physical activity in pregnancy. Amongst 47 women with risk drinking behaviour reached by phone, five (11%, 95% CI 4–23%) accepted examinations of the child by paediatrician and child psychologist, and &lt;3 (not further specified due to small numbers) were referred to specialized antenatal care.ConclusionsA web-based questionnaire was feasible when collecting information on alcohol consumption in pregnancy to identify risk drinking behaviour. Women with risk drinking behaviour had a low acceptance of referral to specialized care.
Epistemological Siblings: Seven Reasons to Teach Ethnography in Social Work Education
Authors: Gillingham Philip , Smith Yvonne 
Published: November 2019

AbstractEthnographic studies of people at the margins of society, struggling with complex and intertwined personal and social problems, have provided useful insights to social work students and practitioners. Similarly, ethnographic studies of social work practice have provided deeper understandings of how professionals work with individuals, groups and organizations. It has been argued that, given the similarities in the skills required to be an ethnographer and a professional social worker, ethnography should be included in social work curricula, both as an approach to research and as a way to enhance practice skills. The main contribution of this article is to extend this argument using the novel approach of exploring the similarities and divergences between the epistemological approaches of ethnography and social work, in terms of how knowledge is sought, constructed and critically questioned.
Alzheimer-like amyloid and tau alterations associated with cognitive deficit in temporal lobe epilepsy
Authors: Gourmaud Sarah , Shou Haochang , Irwin David J , Sansalone Kimberly , Jacobs Leah M , Lucas Timothy H , Marsh Eric D , Davis Kathryn A , Jensen Frances E , Talos Delia M 
Published: November 2019

AbstractTemporal lobe epilepsy represents a major cause of drug-resistant epilepsy. Cognitive impairment is a frequent comorbidity, but the mechanisms are not fully elucidated. We hypothesized that the cognitive impairment in drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy could be due to perturbations of amyloid and tau signalling pathways related to activation of stress kinases, similar to those observed in Alzheimer’s disease. We examined these pathways, as well as amyloid-β and tau pathologies in the hippocampus and temporal lobe cortex of drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy patients who underwent temporal lobe resection (n = 19), in comparison with age- and region-matched samples from neurologically normal autopsy cases (n = 22). Post-mortem temporal cortex samples from Alzheimer’s disease patients (n = 9) were used as positive controls to validate many of the neurodegeneration-related antibodies. Western blot and immunohistochemical analysis of tissue from temporal lobe epilepsy cases revealed increased phosphorylation of full-length amyloid precursor protein and its associated neurotoxic cleavage product amyloid-β*56. Pathological phosphorylation of two distinct tau species was also increased in both regions, but increases in amyloid-β1-42 peptide, the main component of amyloid plaques, were restricted to the hippocampus. Furthermore, several major stress kinases involved in the development of Alzheimer’s disease pathology were significantly activated in temporal lobe epilepsy brain samples, including the c-Jun N-terminal kinase and the protein kinase R-like endoplasmic reticulum kinase. In temporal lobe epilepsy cases, hippocampal levels of phosphorylated amyloid precursor protein, its pro-amyloidogenic processing enzyme beta-site amyloid precursor protein cleaving enzyme 1, and both total and hyperphosphorylated tau expression, correlated with impaired preoperative executive function. Our study suggests that neurodegenerative and stress-related processes common to those observed in Alzheimer’s disease may contribute to cognitive impairment in drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy. In particular, we identified several stress pathways that may represent potential novel therapeutic targets.
Dietary fiber intake and the risk of bladder cancer in the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian (PLCO) cohort
Authors: Luo Jindan , Xu Xin 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Dietary fiber intake has been implicated as a protective factor for several human cancers in multiple epidemiologic studies. However, little is known about the effect of fiber intake on bladder cancer. This study examines the association between dietary fiber intake and bladder cancer risk among participants in the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial. A total of 101 721 participants were included in this study as they completed both the baseline questionnaire and the diet history questionnaire (cancer free before completion of the diet history questionnaire). Hazard ratios (HRs) and the corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were estimated using the Cox proportional hazards regression model. After a median of 12.5 years of follow-up, 776 new cases of bladder cancer were identified. Higher intake of total fiber, insoluble fiber and soluble fiber were not significantly associated with a reduced risk of bladder cancer. The multi-adjusted HRs (95 CIs) of highest versus lowest tertile of intake were 0.83 (0.66–1.04) for total fiber (P for trend = 0.098), 0.83 (95% CI: 0.67–1.03) for insoluble fiber (P for trend = 0.092) and 0.86 (95% CI: 0.68–1.08) for soluble fiber (P for trend = 0.168), respectively. There was no significant interaction of potential confounders, including education, body mass index and smoking status, with total fiber intake on bladder cancer risk. In summary, the findings of this prospective study show that there is no obvious evidence for a link between dietary fiber consumption and bladder cancer risk. Further large cohort studies are warranted to confirm these findings.