bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
You, Me, Her, John Scott Shepherd; Wanderlust, Luke Snellin e Lucy Tcherniak
Authors: Vanni Fabio 
Published: October 2020

I media, si sa, sono spesso ottimi sensori di ciò che si muove nella pancia di una cultura, e non è forse tanto rilevante ai nostri fini di esperti della soggettualità umana se poi questa rilevazione venga utilizzata per scopi economici, oltre che culturali.
Di fatto in questo periodo Netflix ha trasmesso almeno due serie che hanno al centro una particolare declinazione della vita amorosa, un’interpretazione, certo, non nuova, ma che forse non era mai emersa in modo così evidente e, potremmo dire, spudorato, come in questo periodo.
Si tratta della declinazione multipla della vita amorosa stessa, ovvero di forme di relazioni sentimentali che vanno oltre il duale e dunque oltre la coppia.
Pial arteriovenous fistula: A clinical and neuro-interventional experience of outcomes in a rare entity
Authors: Medhi Gorky , Gupta Arun K , Saini Jitender , Ramalingaiah Arvinda H , Pendharkar Hima , Parida Subhendu 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Purpose: Pial arteriovenous fistulae (PAVF) are rare intracranial vascular malformations, predominantly seen in children and distinct from arteriovenous malformations and dural arteriovenous fistulae. PAVF often leads to high morbidity and mortality. The aim of our study was to describe the clinical features and endovascular management of PAVF at various intracranial locations; to analyze the use of liquid embolic agents and coils alone or in combination in the treatment of PAVF and to analyze the outcome of embolization. Materials and Methods: Retrospective review of diagnostic angiography and neurointerventional database of our institution identified a cohort of 15 patients with non-galenic PAVF from 2008 to 2014 out of 6750 patients. Fourteen patients were treated endovascularly with coils and liquid embolic materials in combination or alone. Patients were followed up for evaluation of prognosis. Results: Age of the patients ranged from 3 to 37 years. Most patients were male and most common presentation was headache followed by seizure. Most common location of fistula was frontal lobe. The most common type was single artery single hole fistula with venous varix. Satisfactory obliteration was seen in all cases. One patient developed intraparenchymal hematoma on the first post procedural day and outcome was poor. Conclusions: PAVF are rare intracranial vascular malformations which can effectively be managed endovascularly with liquid embolic, coils alone, or in combination. Complete occlusion of the fistula can be achieved in most cases in a single sitting with a reasonable morbidity related to the procedure, compared with the natural history of this disease.
Unusual case of persistent primitive hypoglossal artery with anterior choroidal artery aneurysm in Chiari type I malformation
Authors: Haryu Shinya , Shida Naoki , Tominaga Teiji 
Published: October 2020

AbstractPersistent primitive hypoglossal artery (PPHA) is a rare form of persistent embryonic carotid-basilar anastomosis. We present an unusual case of PPHA and an anterior choroidal artery (AChoA) aneurysm associated with Chiari type I malformation. A 45-year-old woman presented with transient dizziness. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed Chiari type I malformation and a left AChoA aneurysm. Digital subtraction angiography incidentally revealed a left PPHA. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first reported case of Chiari malformation in conjunction with PPHA and aneurysms. In this case, the perfusion of the posterior circulation is completely dependent on PPHA. It is very important to identify such variant vessels and complex angioarchitecture before planning neuroendovascular or surgical intervention to prevent possible risks.
Technical and patient-related sources of error and artifacts in bone mineral densitometry using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry: A pictorial review
Authors: Qutbi Mohsen , Soltanshahi Mehdi , Shiravand Yaser , Gorzi Saba Karami , Shafiei Babak , Asli Isa Neshandar 
Published: October 2020

AbstractDual-energy X-ray absorptiometry is currently the standard and validated tool for measurement of bone mineral density and for the evaluation of osteoporosis. Current densitometry scanners based on dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry method produce two X-ray beams with different energies to differentiate the overlapped soft tissue and bony structures, by creating two different attenuation profiles. Procedural guidelines are available to technicians and physicians to guarantee the best practice, including consistent positioning during scanning and standard reporting. However, similar to other imaging modalities, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry may be influenced by technical errors, and thus, imaging artifacts may arise and accuracy and precision of the results may be influenced. This issue may, in turn, affect the final result and interpretation. Hence, the article is arranged with the intention of presenting some less common and rare technical and patient-related sources of error and resultant artifacts, from poor patient preparation to acquisition and data processing. Where appropriate, the corresponding tables of densitometric results (bone mineral density) and statistical parameters (T- and Z-scores) are provided.
Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumours of the thorax: Radiologic and clinicopathological correlation
Authors: Irodi Aparna , Chacko Binita R , Prajapati Anand , Prabhu Anne J , Vimala Leena R , Christopher Devasahayam J , Gnanamuthu Birla R 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Context and Aims: Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumour (IMT) is a rare mesenchymal neoplasm with intermediate malignant potential. The aim of this study is to describe and compare the clinical presentation, computed tomography (CT) findings and anaplastic lymphoma kinase -1 (ALK-1) expression of IMT of the thorax in children and adults. We also sought to study the tumour behaviour after treatment on the follow-up imaging. Materials and Method: This is a retrospective observational study of 22 histopathologically proven cases of IMT in the thorax. The clinical parameters, CT findings, biopsy results, treatment received and follow-up were recorded. Statistical analysis was performed using Fisher’s exact test. Results: IMT of the thorax had diverse imaging appearances, presenting either as large invasive lung masses with or without calcifications or as smaller endobronchial lesions. Children commonly presented with long duration fever (P = 0.02) and large invasive lung masses (P = 0.026), whereas adults presented with long duration haemoptysis (P = 0.001) and endobronchial lesions or smaller lung parenchymal lesions. Calcifications were more common in children (P = 0.007). ALK-1 was positive in 40% of children and 18.2% of adults (P = 0.547). Endobronchial lesions showed a trend for ALK-1 negativity. Patients with bronchoscopic excision had local recurrence and patients with surgical wedge resection had metastatic brain lesions as compared to those with lobectomy and pneumonectomy (P = 0.0152). A patient with unresectable lung mass had malignant transformation to spindle cell sarcoma after 9.5 years. Conclusions: Thoracic IMT presents with some distinct clinical and CT findings in adults and children. The CT findings and management options have implications for prognosis. If resectable, lobectomy is a better option than wedge resection or bronchoscopic excision for preventing local recurrence and metastasis. IMT can undergo malignant transformation.
Everolimus-induced somatostatin receptor overexpression in a rectal neuroendocrine tumor patient may promote somatostatin receptor-guided radionuclide therapy (peptide receptor radiotherapy) as an additional treatment option
Authors: Mileva Magdalena , Wimana Zéna , Flamen Patrick , Karfis Ioannis 
Published: October 2020

AbstractWe present a case of Grade II, well-differentiated rectal neuroendocrine tumor in a 39-year-old patient. Following different sequential treatment modalities, the disease progressed both on metabolic (18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography-computed tomography [18F-FDG PET/CT]) and somatostatin receptor (SSTR)-imaging (68Ga-DOTA-Tyr3-octreotate [68Ga-DOTATATE] PET/CT), and the patient received three cycles of peptide receptor radiotherapy (PRRT). Two years later, upon new progression due to the appearance of metabolically active, 68Ga-DOTATATE PET/CT-negative liver lesions, targeted treatment with everolimus was introduced. Further morphologic and metabolic progression occurred 4 months after everolimus initiation, however, this time liver lesions demonstrated increased SSTR-expression on68Ga-DOTATATE PET/CT. Thus, the patient became eligible for a second PRRT course.
Graves' disease: A rare fate of Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Authors: Jadhav Rahul , Alberawi Mohammad , Gupta Khushboo 
Published: October 2020

AbstractHashimoto's thyroiditis is a known autoimmune disorder that leads to chronic inflammation of the thyroid gland, with a gradual decline in function and eventual hypothyroidism. Conversion of Hashimoto's thyroiditis to Graves' disease is unusual clinically and has been occasionally reported in the literature. Awareness of such a rare phenomenon is important for the physicians evaluating patients with autoimmune thyroid disorders. Close investigation of the patient's symptoms and biochemical status is crucial in the implementation of appropriate treatment.
Lung cancer metastasis mimicking fingertip osteomyelitis: An 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography-computed tomography study
Authors: Cottignoli Chiara , Romagnolo Cinzia , Fringuelli Fabio , Burroni Luca 
Published: October 2020

AbstractLung cancer commonly metastasizes to ipsilateral and contralateral lungs, to mediastinal lymph nodes, to skeletal level, to brain, and to adrenal gland. It is indeed very rare to find skeletal metastases at the extremities, especially at the onset of the disease. We share the case of a 53-year-old man with dyspnea and pain at the level of the first finger of the left hand under antibiotic treatment for suspected osteomyelitis. 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography–computed tomography showed the presence of a left lung lesion with multiple localizations at muscles and bones.
Quantifying the survival benefit of completing all the six cycles of radium-223 therapy in patients with castrate-resistant prostate cancer with predominant bone metastases
Authors: Buscombe John , Gillett Daniel , Bird Nick , Powell Anne , Heard Sarah , Aloj Luigi 
Published: October 2020

AbstractA retrospective analysis was performed of epidemiological data assessing the survival of patients who had received radium-223 for castrate-resistant metastatic prostate cancer treated at a regional tertiary referral center over a 5-year period. The patients' age, date of first treatment, and the number of cycles of radium-223 given were obtained from the patients' electronic patient record (EPR). Data on the date of death were provided by national death registrations which update the EPR via a unique national health service number. A total of 187 patients (mean age on the date of first treatment: 73 years; range: 56–93) were treated from April 1, 2014, to June 30, 2019. The median overall survival of the 119 patients (71%) who had died by December 31, 2019, was 15 months. There was no significant age difference between those who had died and survivors (72 vs. 74 years). On a further analysis, it was found that the median overall survival of the 107 patients who had received all the six cycles of radium-223 was 31 months, significantly longer than the median overall survival of only 6 months for those eighty patients who had received less than the full course of six cycles of radium-223 (P = 0.001). Of those who received all the six cycles of treatment, 58 patients had died (58%) and the 1-year survival was 87%. This was compared to the group of patients receiving <6 cycles of radium-223 where 61 patients (76%) had died and the 1-year survival was 30%. Therefore, the hazard ratio of dying before 1 year if the patient did not receive all the six cycles of treatment was 2.9. Where the reason for stopping treatment was recorded on the EPR the most common cause for the cessation of treatment was because of the side effects caused by the treatment itself. Other causes were hospitalization with comorbidities, disease progression, or patient choice. Given the survival advantage of receiving the full course of all the six cycles of treatment, this should be administered if possible and the patients should be managed in such a way as to allow the complete treatment course to be given.
Application of Ecological Modernisation in Sand Winning in Building Construction in Tamale, Ghana
Authors: Abu Inusah , Peprah Kenneth 
Published: October 2020

Sand is a raw material in the building and construction industry. Its sustainable supply is required to support infrastructure development in emerging cities in Ghana and elsewhere. However, sand is not adequately recognised as building construction foundational material, and is not sufficiently addressed by policy, planning, legislation and institutional management and remains a grey area in mainstream research. The increasing population in Tamale requires shelter which leads to exploitation of more sand. This study assessed sand winning from the periphery to support the core, Tamale. The study adopted crosssectional design with a mixed method approach. It involved a primary target of 200 sand winners and a secondary target of 59 household heads in a multi-stage sampling. Primary data were generated using questionnaire, key informant interview guide and personal observation. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Scientists’ descriptive statistics, central tendencies and cross tabulation with chi square test. The results showed that sand winning was done in six districts outside Tamale Metropolitan Assembly. Sand was winned from riverbeds, river walls and sand deposits. Sand winners preferred the use of manual labour to excavators. Sand winning provided livelihoods for tipper truck drivers and loading boys. Government regulation of the activity is limited and unsatisfactory. There was cordial relationship between sand winners and sand winning communities. It is recommended that government creates an agency to manage sand winning.
Keywords: Sand Winning, Concretisation, Ecological Modernisation, Tipper Truck, Tamale
Evaluating Surface Water Quality in Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City, Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Thanh Giao 
Published: October 2020

This study aimed to evaluate water quality in the canals in Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho city in the period of 2018-2019. Monitoring data were collected at 10 locations distributed on Tham Tuong canal (TT1, TT2), Cai Khe canal (CK1-CK4), Bun Xang lake (BX1-BX2), Cai Son - Hang Bang canal (HB1, HB2). Water quality parameters assessed include temperature, pH, turbidity, total suspended solids (TSS), biological oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), orthophosphate (PO4 3--P), nitrate (NO3 -- N), ammonia (NH4 +-N), nitrite (NO2 -- N) and coliforms. The results showed that water quality in the canals in Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho city were contaminated with coliforms, TSS, BOD, and COD. The temperature and pH parameters were very little fluctuated, while BOD, coliforms, and DO tended to decrease in the period from 2018-2019. Particularly, the mean P-PO4 3- in 2019 was higher than that in 2018. BOD, COD, TSS, P-PO4 3-, and coliforms in Tham Tuong canal were higher than those in other water bodies because several production and business activities are taking place. Water pollution problem in Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho city needs to be solved as soon as possible to ensure healthy environment, attracting tourists to visit in Can Tho city.
Keywords: water quality, pollution, microorganisms, organic matters, suspended solids, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho
Systematic Review on Adverse Effect of Pesticide on Top Ten Importers of African Countries
Authors: Tolera Sina Temesgen 
Published: October 2020

As agricultural production in African countries intensifies; pesticide utilization becomes more widespread and the users are extremely exposed to these pesticides due to lack of pesticide registration scheme; importing highly toxic pesticides; no national plan for pesticide residue; involvement of children and women. The purpose of this systematic review was to review adverse effect of pesticide among top ten imported African countries. In this review, top ten importers African countries were selected based of imported amount for ten years were considered from imported period of 2002 to 2017. The articles were searched from PUBMED, GOOGLE SCHOLAR, and MEDLINE and EMBASE engines. The first leading three continents for pesticides exported were European (48.2%), Asian (33.7%) and North America (12.7%), while the countries were China (14.3%), Germany (11.8%) and United States (11.5%) at the end of 2017. The first three leading importer of African countries were South Africa shared (25.7%), Nigeria (15.8%) and Ghana (14.5%). The three major imported pesticides were Fungicides, herbicides and insecticides. In this review, Ethiopia (827), Kenya (801), and Morocco (542) are the main importers of pesticides until end of 2017. The review also found that farmers were faced with endocrine disruption, carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, teratogenicity, cardiovascular, dermatitis and birth defects. The main associated factor for these problems were low awareness, improper handling of pesticide, and lack of training, and careless disposal of empty pesticides containers. The study concluded that more than one billion US$ of pesticides sales was carried out into ten African countries. The farmers within these country were faced different health problems due to different determinant factors. Proper training and education should be advised for farmers
Keywords: Adverse effect, African countries, Import, Pesticide
Effect of Post-Dehulling Treatments on Anti-Nutritional and Functional Properties of Cowpea (<i>Vigna Unguiculata</i>) Flour
Authors: Makinde F.M. , Abolarin O.O. 
Published: October 2020

Recently, cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) has been cited for imparting specific positive health potentiating responses when properly positioned in the diet. However, inherent anti-nutritional factors in cowpea have long been recognized as concerns and require appropriate processing conditions to ameliorate adverse effects. The study focuses on effect of post-dehulling treatments on anti-nutritional and functional properties of cowpea flour. Three genotypes of cowpea (IT99K-573-2-1, IT96D-610, and IT07K-292-10) were dehulled. Dehulled cowpeas were boiled, roasted or autoclaved and prepared into flour. Raw (dehulled) cowpea genotype served as control. Anti-nutritional and functional properties of the products were determined using standard procedures. Antinutrient concentration of cowpeas differed significantly (p≤0.05) among genotypes. Tannin, phytate and oxalate concentration ranged from 31.15 to 121.80g/kg, 22.31 to 48.04 g/kg and 0.01 to 0.026g/kg respectively. Coloured beans (IT96D-610), had significantly lower anti-nutritional content than those of white beans (IT99K-573-2-1 and IT07K-292-10). All heat treatments significantly reduced the levels of investigated anti-nutrients compared to their respective control. Water absorption capacity and oil absorption capacity were found in the range of 2.12–3.07 mL/g and 1.37-1.73 mL/g, respectively. Swelling power, starch solubility, loose bulk density and packed bulk density varied between 10.79 to 18.42g/g, 0.16 to 1.52g/g, 0.64 to 0.73g/mL and 0.84 to 0.94 g/mL respectively. Colour parameters (L*, a*, b*, hab, C*) showed significant variations among the genotypes. The combined varietal and processing variation induced significant modification in the inherent anti-nutrients and functional properties of dehulled cowpea as attested by the highly significant (p≤0.05) correlations observed. Processing of cowpea seeds in these forms presents an opportunity for extending their use beyond the dehulled seeds in food system.
Keywords: Cowpea, dehulling, treatment, nutrients, functionality
POROVNANIE VÝŠKY NÁKLADOV ZA PRÍSTUP NA DOPRAVNÚ INFRAŠTRUKTÚRU V CESTNEJ A ŽELEZNIČNEJ NÁKLADNEJ DOPRAVE NA VYBRANÝCH ÚSEKOCH V PODMIENKACH SLOVENSKEJ REPUBLIKY
Authors: Senko Šimon , Gnap Jozef 
Published: October 2020

Príspevok sa zaoberá porovnaním nákladov spojených s prístupom na dopravnú sieť v cestnej a železničnej nákladnej doprave na vybraných úsekoch v podmienkach Slovenskej republiky. Analyzuje náklady na vybraných trasách z hľadiska absolútnej a jednotkovej ceny a porovnáva faktory vplývajúce na tieto náklady.
KONCEPCIA BSC SYSTÉMU A JEJ VYUŽITIE V STRATEGICKOM RIADENÍ PODNIKU AUTOBUSOVEJ DOPRAVY V SR
Authors: Kicová Eva , Poniščiaková Olga 
Published: October 2020

Strategické riadenie je nevyhnutnou súčasťou riadenia podniku. Predstavuje spôsob, ako zvýšiť konkurencieschopnosť podnikov. Jednou z možností využitia nástrojov strategického riadenia v spoločnostiach autobusovej dopravy je koncept systému Balanced Scorecard (BSC). Systém BSC pozostáva zo štyroch perspektív - finančnej, zákazníckej, procesnej a perspektívy učenia sa a rastu. Tieto perspektívy využívajú rôzne ukazovatele, ktoré je potrebné pri zavádzaní systému BSC v podniku rešpektovať. Analyzovali sme, ako podniky v Slovenskej republike využívajú systém BSC v strategickom riadení a výsledky prieskumu sú súčasťou tohoto príspevku. Jeho cieľom je vysvetliť metodiku systému BSC a výhody zavedenia tohto systému v praxi podnikov autobusovej dopravy.
Pengaruh Return On Asset (ROA), Debt To Equity Ratio (DER), Dan Earning Per Share (EPS) Terhadap Harga Saham Pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Yang Terdaftar Di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Annisa Andi , Nasaruddin Fadliah , . Mursalim 
Published: October 2020

This study aims to examine the effect of return on assets, debt to equity ratio and earnings per share on stock prices at manufacturing companies listed on the Stock Exchange. Data in this study, obtained from the financial statements of manufacturing companies listed on the Stock Exchange.
This study uses secondary data by way of observation by visiting the Capital Market Information Center (PIPM) Data analysis method used is multiple linear regression analysis.
The results showed that the partial return on assets and earnings per share have a positive and significant effect on stock prices, while the debt to equity ratio has a negative and significant effect on stock prices
Pengaruh Account Representative (Ar) Dan Kualitas Pelayanan Pajak Terhadap Kepuasan Wajib Pajak Pada Kantor Pelayanan Pajak Pratama Makassar Utara
Authors: - Suriani 
Published: October 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh Account Representative (AR) dan kualitas pelayanan pajak terhadap kepuasan wajib pajak Pada KPP Pratama Makassar Utara. Pengumpulan data menggunakan data primer diperoleh dari kuisioner dengan menggunakan samping insidental. Populasinya adalah wajib pajak yang terdaftar di KPP Pratama Makasar Utara berjulmah 133.864, sedangkan sampel yang diambil berjumlah 100 responden. Hasil kuisioner tersebut telah diuji validitas dan realiabilitasnya, juga telah di uji asumsi klasik berupa uji normalitas dan asumsi heterokedastisitasnya. Metode analisis data menggunakan teknik regresi linier berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hipotesis yang diajukan diterima karena menunjukkan hasil uji hipotesis positif dan signifikan. Ini berarti bahwa pengaruh Account Representative (AR) dan kualitas pelayanan pajak berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap kepuasan wajib pajak.