bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Old dietary cultural practices leading to suboptimal nutritional intake of calories in children with acute viral hepatitis
Authors: Bharti Laxmi Kant , . Neelu 
Published: June 2020

Background: Acute viral hepatitis (AVH) is one of the common infections in developing nation. Hepatotrophic virus causes AVH and most of the time it has self-limiting course. HAV is most common cause of AVH. Suboptimal dietary cultural practices are common in our nation. This study was done to know the impact of suboptimal dietary practices done in AVH.Methods: Observational study conducted with 50 children with AVH. Dietary assessment was done at three point of time. First During AVH, second, pre illness and then two weeks after nutritional counselling. Data of dietary modification done by parents/caregiver during AVH recorded. History of herbal medicine taken for treatment of AVH enquired.Results: HAV positive was (72%), HEV positivity was in 8 (16%) cases, hepatitis B was positive in 4 (8%) children and dual infection HAV+HEV was detected in 2 (4%) children. Many parents did dietary modification due to AVH and also by some local treating physicians, 18 (36%) patients were also on herbal medication for treatment of AVH. During AVH the mean calorie and protein requirement decreased from 96% to 54% and 92% to 43% respectively. Two weeks after nutritional counseling the mean calorie and protein intake increased from 54% to 88% and 43% to 84% respectively. This change in calorie and protein was statistically significant (p<0.01) Non-vegetarian diet preference was restarted in many of them after nutritional counseling.Conclusions: This observational study revealed that suboptimal dietary cultural practices are prevalent in India. Majority of children were on bland diet and receiving inadequate proteins and calories.
Methionine synthase A2756G polymorphism associated with an increased risk of head and neck cancer
Authors: Tahir Muhammad , Khattak Aamir , Rashid Haroon 
Published: June 2020

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> The 5-methyltetrahydrofolate-homocysteine methyltransferase gene (<em>MTR</em>) encodes the methionine synthase enzyme (OMIM 156570). Methionine synthase synthesizes methionine by re-methylation of homocysteine. A single nucleotide variation <em>MTR</em>-A2756G may affects the function of methionine synthase enzyme, which could lead to the development of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> In current study, 292 HNSCC patients and 324 normal individuals without any history of cancer (control) were enrolled. EDTA whole blood samples of patients and control individuals were collected, and DNA was extracted. All samples were genotyped for <em>MTR</em>-A2756G polymorphism using polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism. Frequency of polymorphism was compared between HNSCC patients and control individuals. The association of <em>MTR</em>-A2756G polymorphism with risk factors was statistically analysed through multivariate analysis (multiple logistic regression) whereas univariate analysis (chi square) was performed for group comparisons. </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Univariate analysis revealed that the frequency of groups like age, smoking and <em>MTR</em>-A2756G genotype was different in HNC patients and controls (p value &lt;0.05). Multivariate analysis showed that smoking (adjusted OR, 3.7; 95% CI, 2.3-6.0), age groups 41-50 years (adjusted OR, 3.6; 95% CI, .9-6.7) and &gt;60 years (adjusted OR, 3.5; 95% CI, 1.7-7.3), <em>MTR</em>-A2756G genotype (adjusted OR, 2.1; 95% CI, 1.3-3.5) is associated with increased risk of HNSCC.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Our data suggests that the <em>MTR</em>-A2756G polymorphism is associated with the occurrence of HNSCC in Pakistani population while the individuals between 40 to 50 years of age and tobacco smokers are at a greater risk of developing HNSCC.</p>
Transcanal endoscopic myringoplasty: a retrospective study
Authors: Gupta Anchal , Jamwal Padam Singh 
Published: June 2020

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Transcanal myringoplasty has the advantages of demanding lower operative time and minimal external incisions. It can be performed using the microscopic or endoscopic approach.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> This retrospective study was conducted in the Department of ENT and Head and Neck Surgery, SMGS Hospital, Jammu from January 2018 to January 2020. Patients attending ENT OPD with central dry perforation of tympanic membrane were selected for endoscopic transcanal myringoplasty. Written and Informed consent were taken. During surgery, various parameters were noted including duration of surgery and hospitalization. These patients were followed through a period of 6 months and assessed using pure tone audiometry and graft uptake was seen. </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Out of 40 patients, male: female ratio was 1.2:1. Time taken for surgery was less than 60 minutes in 16 (40%) patients whereas in 24 (60%) patients it was between 60-120 minutes. In our study the patients with small perforation had excellent graft uptake rates (18/19 patients, 94.73%), whereas patients with medium sized perforation showed graft uptake rate of 76.47% (13/17 patients). Objective analysis of cosmetic result was done at the end of six month and revealed that none of the patient had visible scar. Mean pre-operative air bone gap was 24.38 dB whereas mean postoperative air bone gap was 8.34 dB. Mean improvement comes out to be 16.04 dB.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Endoscopic myringoplasty was found to be equally effective, less morbid and very cost effective in small central perforations.</p>
Magnitude da Desnutrição Infantil na Região Norte Brasileira: uma Revisão de Escopo.
Authors: Corrêa Ester Mourão , Vessoni André Teixeira , Jaime Patrícia Constante 
Published: June 2020

RESUMOIntrodução: O déficit de crescimento primeiros anos de vida favorece altas taxas de morbimortalidade, além de influenciar negativamente o desenvolvimento motor, mental e desempenho escolar. Conhecer a gravidade da desnutrição crônica na Região Norte pode contribuir para a melhoria da atenção nutricional na infância.Objetivo: Descrever a magnitude do déficit de crescimento em menores de cinco anos nos Estados da Região Norte, no período de 2008 a 2017.Métodos: Realizou-se uma revisão de escopo sobre déficit de crescimento em menores de cinco anos na Região Norte. A busca na literatura ocorreu nas bases de dados PubMed, Lilacs, Banco de Teses da Capes e repositório BVS. Identificou-se 1.507 publicações. Após seleção, analisou-se 34 publicações que atendiam ao objetivo do estudo. As etapas de busca, extração e síntese de dados foram orientadas pela estratégia População, Fenômeno de Interesse e Contexto (PIC). Realizou-se síntese narrativa dos dados.Resultados e conclusões: A prevalência do déficit de crescimento na infância apresentou-se em grande magnitude, tendo como principais fatores, estado de residência, idade tardia e ascendência indígena. Os dados apontam para as iniquidades regionais mesmo com a redução da desnutrição crônica no Brasil. A Região Norte ainda apresenta altas taxas de déficit de crescimento na infância.
WORK POSTURE RELATIONS WITH LOW BACK PAIN COMPLAINT ON PARTNERS PART OF PT 'X' MANUFACTURE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS
Authors: Suryadi Iwan , Rachmawati Siti 
Published: June 2020

Backgroud: Non-ergonomic work posture at work will risk the occurrence of occupational diseases and occupational accidents. One complaint due to work is low back pain (LBP) which is a pain that is felt on the lower back. Purpose: to determine the relationship of work posture with subjective complaints low back pain at PT X. Method: Research method is analytic with cross sectional research design. Sampling was done with total sampling of 53 samples. Assessment of work posture with rapid entire body assessment (REBA) method and subjective subjective complaints assessment of low back pain using modified questionnaire oswestry low back pain disability. Statistical test used spearman correlation test. The frequency distribution of job posture assessment with reba method is 35 respondents have medium value and 10 has high value, while for low back pain complaint there are 36 respondents who have severe crippled disability category. Results: The results showed there was a significant relationship between posture work with low back pain complaints with p value = 0.047 and r = 0.282. Conclusion: From the work posture assessment that for workers who have medium and high risk Reba for immediate action such as repair of work stations and providing understanding of ergonomic work positions.
Apex-Vigne: A mobile application to facilitate the monitoring of growth and estimate the water status of the viticulture plots
Authors: Pichon Léo , Brunel Guilhem , Payan Jean-Christophe , Tisseyre Bruno 
Published: June 2020

The observation of apex growth is a simple method that was introduced to monitor the existence of hydric constraints in the vineyard (Rodriguez Lovelle et al., 2009; De Toda et al., 2010). Based on the direct observation in each plot, it represents a particularly interesting approach for the wine sector because it is easy to implement and inexpensive (Saurin et al., 2014). However, despite its advantages, the method of apex has its own implementation limits that hinder its acceptance and broader use amongst winegrowing professionals. One of its principle limitations is the need to note and memorize the apex counts plot by plot as well as the need to undertake a calculation of the indexes from these counts (Brunel et al., 2019). The objective of the Apex-Vigne application is to propose a free tool that will eliminate these constraints and thus favor the adoption and use of the apex method.
La educación y la distribución del tiempo laboral como variables para la selección de personal y la eficiencia organizacional
Authors: Candelo-Viáfara Juan Manuel 
Published: June 2020

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Este documento tiene como objetivo plantear un modelo analítico que permita mejorar la elección del recurso humano en las organizaciones a fin de aumentar la eficiencia organizacional. Para realizar dicho modelo se utilizan la hermenéutica, la estática comparativa y la narrativa como herramientas fundamentales de investigación; también se analizan factores importantes a tener en cuenta durante la selección de personal como la satisfacción laboral, la productividad y los salarios de eficiencia. El modelo planteado pretende aumentar la productividad y el bienestar de los colaboradores, así como reducir la incertidumbre al momento de tomar decisiones en las organizaciones; pues, teniendo en cuenta existen diversos cargos con dedicación temporal distinta, se basa en tres variables fundamentales: el tiempo extralaboral del individuo, el tiempo que el individuo está dispuesto a permanecer trabajando y el nivel de educación que tiene; siendo estas dos últimas las de mayor trascendencia y las que permiten concluir que en el caso de la alta gerencia, las personas que ocupen estos cargos deben ser individuos con un alto nivel de conocimiento, dispuestos a sacrificar mucho de su tiempo trabajando, mientras que servicios como el de vigilancia lo deben ocupar personas dispuestas a sacrificar mucho de su tiempo en el trabajo, que tengan bajos niveles de educación.
OTC 2020 Tech Papers Offer a Look Into the Future of Offshore
Authors: Jacobs Trent 
Published: June 2020

The offshore oil and gas sector has over the decades come to be defined by megaprojects with 30-to-40-year project horizons. But the future of offshore development will depend on the industry’s ability to find innovative ways to cut costs and slim the capital requirements.
Many examples were to be shared with oil and gas professionals at the 2020 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year marked the first time that OTC was cancelled since its inauguration in 1969.
Despite the global disruption, the flow of ideas continues.
As proof, what follows is a curated summary of some of the papers that were to be presented at OTC. They were selected for their focus on emerging technologies and unique concepts that aim to reduce the cost burden long associated with offshore exploration and development. Their state of maturity ranges from proof of concept to fully deployed.
Offshore Adoption of Predictive Analytics
Among the most dominant technology arenas in the oil and gas industry’s digital transformation are fast-emerging machine-learning programs that enable predictive analytics. This paper (OTC 30782), produced by software developer Spark Cognition, offers two case studies that show how machine learning is being adopted in the offshore sector.
Neural differentiation of canine mesenchymal stem cells/multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells
Authors: Mihevc Sonja Prpar , Grgich Vesna Kokondoska , Kopitar Andreja Nataša , Mohorič Luka , Majdic Gregor 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Background: Ability of adipose tissue-derived multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells/mesenchymal stem cells (ASCs) to differentiate in neural lineages promises progress in the field of regenerative medicine especially for replacing damaged neuronal tissue in different neurological disorders. Reprogramming of ASCs can be induced by supplying growth medium with chemical neurogenic inductors and/or specific growth factors. We investigated the neural differentiation potential of canine ASCs using several growth media (KEM, NIMa, NIMb, NIMc) containing various combinations of neurogenic inductors: B27 supplement, valproic acid, forskolin, N2-supplement and retinoic acid. First the cells were preconditioned in proliferation medium, followed by induction of neuronal differentiation. Six canine ASCs cell lines were assessed, half from female and half from male donors. The cell morphology, growth dynamics, viability were observed along with expression of neuron and astrocyte specific markers, which were assessed by immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry. Results: After 3, 6 and 9 days, elongated neural-like cells with bipolar elongations were observed and some oval cells with light nuclei appeared. After three and nine days of neural induction, differentiation into neurons and glial cells was observed. Expression of neuronal markers tubulin beta III (TUBB3), neurofilament H (NF-H) and glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) was observed by immunocytochemistry. High GFAP expression (between 70 and 90% of all cells) was detected after three days of growth in neural induction medium a (NIMa) by flow cytometry, and expression of adult neuronal markers NF-H and microtubule associated protein-2 (MAP2) was detected in around 25% of cells. After nine days of ASCs differentiation a drop in expression rates of all markers was detected. There were no differences between neural differentiation of ASCs isolated from female or male dogs. Conclusions: The differentiation repertoire of canine ASCs extends beyond mesodermal lineages. Using a defined neural induction medium the canine ASCs were able to transform to neural lineages, bearing markers of neuronal and glial cells and also displayed the typical neuronal morphology. Differentiated ASCs can be a source of neural cellular lineages for regenerative therapy of nerve damage and also could be applicable for modeling of neurodegenerative diseases.
Eutherian comparative genomic analysis protocol
Authors: Premzl Marko 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The eutherian genomics momentum greatly advanced biology and medicine. Nevertheless, future revisions and updates of eutherian genomic sequence data sets were expected, due to potential genomic sequence errors and incompleteness of genomic sequences. The eutherian comparative genomic analysis protocol was established as guidance in protection against potential genomic sequence errors in public eutherian genomic sequence assemblies. The protocol revised, updated and published 12 major eutherian gene data sets, including 1853 complete coding sequences deposited in European Nucleotide Archive as curated third party data gene data sets under accession numbers: FR734011-FR734074, HF564658-HF564785, HF564786-HF564815, HG328835-HG329089, HG426065-HG426183, HG931734-HG931849, LM644135-LM644234, LN874312-LN874522, LT548096-LT548244, LT631550-LT631670, LT962964-LT963174 and LT990249-LT990597.
Diagnostic performance of clinic and home blood pressure measurements compared with ambulatory blood pressure: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Karnjanapiboonwong Auttakiat , Anothaisintawee Thunyarat , Chaikledkaew Usa , Dejthevaporn Charungthai , Attia John , Thakkinstian Ammarin 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Background: Clinic blood pressure measurement (CBPM) is currently the most commonly used form of screening for hypertension, however it might have a problem of white coat hypertension (WCHT) and masked hypertension (MHT). Home blood pressure measurement (HBPM) may be an alternative, but its diagnostic performance is inconclusive relative to CBPM. Therefore, this systematic review aimed to estimate the performance of CBPM and HBPM compared with ambulatory blood pressure measurement(ABPM) and to pool prevalence of WCHT and MHT. Methods: Medline, Scopus, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and WHO's International Clinical Trials Registry Platform databases were searched up to 23rd January 2020. Studies having diagnostic tests as CBPM or HBPM with reference standard as ABPM which reported sensitivity and specificity of both tests and/or proportion of WCHT or MHT were eligible. Diagnostic performance of CBPM and HBPM were pooled using bivariate mixed-effect regression model. Random effect model was applied to pool prevalence of WCHT and MHT. Results: Fifty-eight studies were eligible. Pooled sensitivity, specificity, and diagnostic odds ratio (DOR) of CBPM, when using 24-hour ABPM as the reference standard, were 74%(95%CI:65%-82%), 79%(95%CI:61%-87%), and 11.11(95%CI:6.82-14.20), respectively. Pooled prevalence of WCHT and MHT were 0.24 (95% CI: 0.19, 0.29) and 0.29 (95% CI: 0.20, 0.38). Pooled sensitivity, specificity, and DOR of HBPM were 71%(95%CI:61%-80%), 82%(95%CI:77%-87%), and 11.60(95%CI:8.55.0-22.03), respectively. Conclusions: Diagnostic performances of HBPM were slightly higher than CBPM. However, the prevalence of MHT was high in negative CBPM and some persons with normal HBPM had elevated BP from 24-hour ABPM. Therefore, ABPM is still necessary for confirming the diagnosis of HT.
Zika outbreak, resilient health systems, and women’s sexual and reproductive health: a qualitative study in Colombia
Authors: Rivillas-García Juan Carlos , Forero-Martinez Luz Janeth , Calderon-Jaramillo Mariana , Vargas-Pinzón Victoria , Murad-Rivera Rocío , Perez Freddy 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Background There is substantial evidence of the profound consequences of Zika on women's Sexual and Reproductive Health. Health system resilience begins by measuring critical capacities ahead of a crisis such as Zika outbreak. Even though Zika as vector-borne disease is well documented, there is dearth of studies linking Zika with women's Sexual and Reproductive Health. The main objective of this study was to analyze the national response to the Zika epidemic and its relation to women’s sexual and reproductive health matters through key implementation mechanisms in order to promote resilience of the health system in five cities in Colombia.Methods This study used a qualitative design to enable an in-depth exploration of the national response to the Zika epidemic and sexual and reproductive health matters through key implementation mechanisms (based on facilitators and gaps) within the health system. The overall data set was comprised of 31 semi-structured individual interviews (23 women and 8 men), 25 interviews with key informants responsible for the implementation of the Zika Virus Response Plan; six interviews with pregnant women diagnosed with Zika; and five focus groups discussions with communities (n=122 participants) in five cities in Colombia: Barranquilla, Cucuta, Los Patios, San Andres and Soledad. Results The findings revealed the three major facilitators that promoted the implementation of actions to address the Zika epidemic: i) the role of health care providers; ii) the development of technical equipment capabilities; and iii) inter-institutional coordination. The study also identified implementation gaps: i) absence of a human rights and sexual and reproductive health approach; ii) focus on territorial actions centered on mosquito management; and iii) limited attitudes, behaviors and knowledge at the community level.Conclusion This study provided a comprehensive insight of critical facilitating processes and gaps in the implementation of the government response during the Zika epidemic in Colombia. This study reveals that the lack of understanding of the intersection between gender, the Zika epidemic and Sexual and Reproductive Health limited the adoption, development and implementation of a more comprehensive responses to address the impact on women’s sexual and reproductive health.
Breast self-examination practice and associated factors among women of reproductive age in southeast Ethiopia
Authors: Mohammed Abduljewad Hussen , Ketaro Musa Kumbi , Wodera Abate Lette , Hajisso Shemsu Nuriye 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Background: Breast cancer is the most prevalent cause of cancer deaths among women especially in developing countries. It is a disease with a poor prognosis unless detected early. Breast self-examination may play a significant role in the prevention of breast cancer among women especially in low and middle-income countries.Objective: This study aims to evaluate breast self-examination practice and associated factors among women of reproductive age in southeast Ethiopia.Methods: A community based cross-sectional study was conducted on 836 women of reproductive age. An interviewer administered questionnaire was used for the quantitative part of the study and supplemented by focus group discussions. A database was created using Epi-info version 3.5.3, and analysed using SPSS version 20. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regressions were done to examine the effect of explanatory variables to the outcome variable. Variables with P value <0.05 during multivariable logistic regressions were considered as significantly associated with the dependent variable.Result: Out of eight hundred thirty-six total participants, only 20.7% had ever heard about breast self-examination practice. Also only 13.2% of the mothers had practiced breast self-examinations. Maternal age, mothers’ level of education, and previous history of breast examination by health professionals were significant factors for breast self-examination practices.Conclusion: This study reported a low prevalence of breast self-examination practice. Therefore, enhancing women’s education and encouraging breast examination by health professionals are essential to increase the proportion of women performing breast self-examination.