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Adult sacrococcygeal teratoma excised by endoscopic surgery with a transsacral approach: a case report
Authors: Machi Ryosuke , Hiranuma Chikashi , Suzuki Hayato , Hattori Masakazu , Doden Kenji , Hashidume Yasuo 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Background
Although sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is relatively common in children, it is rare in adults. The prognosis for malignant cases is poor, so prompt surgical resection is required. Transabdominal and transsacral approaches are common approaches for tumor resection. In recent years, there have been reports of tumor removal with laparoscopic assistance, but all have applied transabdominal approaches.

Case presentation
A 27-year-old woman visited our gynecology department because of abdominal pain and genital bleeding. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a 3-cm-sized cystic mass in the left retrorectal area, and she was referred to our department for detailed examinations and treatment. She was diagnosed with a presacral cystic tumor and decided to undergo surgery. We used a transsacral approach to perform tumor excision. Since it was difficult to confirm the deep part of the tumor through direct visualization, we used GelPOINT® Path (a transanal access platform) and AirSEAL® System (insufflation device) to remove the tumor endoscopically. The postoperative course was uneventful with no bladder or rectal dysfunction. Histopathological examination revealed a mature teratoma.

Conclusions
When the tumor is relatively small and located in the lower sacrum, the endoscopically assisted transsacral approach can establish a stable field of view by expanding the depth of the surgical field. This method is useful considering its ability to perform excision without leaving residual tumor tissue and satisfactory safety and cosmetic results.
Percutaneous thrombectomy in the management of early rethrombosis in venous thoracic outlet syndrome: two case reports
Authors: Sýkora Ján , Zeleňák Kamil , Vorčák Martin , Krkoška Adam , Vetešková Štefánia , Sýkorová Martina , Sivák Jozef , Hlinka Ľuboš , Šinák Igor 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Background
Venous thoracic outlet syndrome resulting in the upper limb deep venous thrombosis is known as Paget–Schroetter syndrome or effort thrombosis. A general treatment algorithm includes catheter-directed thrombolysis followed by surgical thoracic outlet decompression.
There are limited data regarding endovascular treatment of rethrombosis presenting early after the surgery.

Case presentation
Two cases of early rethrombosis successfully treated with percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy by two different techniques are described. In both cases, rethrombosis was diagnosed soon after thrombolysis and first rib resection with scalenectomy. After 12 months, both patients remain symptom-free, with patent subclavian veins confirmed by duplex ultrasonography.

Conclusion
Percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy devices may offer a safe treatment option for patients with recurrent thrombosis after thoracic outlet surgery, even when thrombolytic therapy is contraindicated.
Deltas: a new classification expanding Bates’s concepts
Authors: Zavala Carlos , Arcuri Mariano , Di Meglio Mariano , Zorzano Agustin , Otharán Germán , Irastorza Ainara , Torresi Antonela 
Published: August 2021

AbstractDeltas constitute complex depositional systems formed when a land-derived gravity-flow (carrying water and sediments) discharges into a marine or lacustrine standing body of water. However, the complexity of deltaic sedimentary environments has been oversimplified by geoscientists over the years, considering just littoral deltas as the unique possible type of delta in natural systems. Nevertheless, a rational analysis suggests that deltas can be much more complex. In fact, the characteristics of deltaic deposits will depend on a complex interplay between the bulk density of the incoming flow and the salinity of the receiving water body. This paper explores the natural conditions of deltaic sedimentation according to different density contrasts. The rational analysis of deltaic systems allows to recognize three main fields for deltaic sedimentation, corresponding to (1) hypopycnal (2) homopycnal and (3) hyperpycnal delta settings. The hypopycnal delta field represents the situation when the bulk density of the incoming flow is lower than the density of the water in the basin. According to the salinity of the receiving water body, three different types of hypopycnal littoral deltas are recognized: hypersaline littoral deltas (HSLD), marine littoral deltas (MLD), and brackish littoral deltas (BLD). The basin salinity will determine the capacity of the delta for producing effective buoyant plumes, and consequently the characteristics and extension of prodelta deposits. Homopycnal littoral deltas (HOLD) form when the density of the incoming flow is roughly similar to the density of the water in the receiving basin. This situation is typical of clean bedload-dominated rivers entering freshwater lakes. Delta front deposits are dominated by sediment avalanches. Typical fallout prodelta deposits are absent or poorly developed since no buoyant plumes are generated. Hyperpycnal deltas form when the bulk density of the incoming flow is higher than the density of the water in the receiving basin. The interaction between flow type, flow density (due to the concentration of suspended sediments) and basin salinity defines three types of deltas, corresponding to hyperpycnal littoral deltas (HLD), hyperpycnal subaqueous deltas (HSD), and hyperpycnal fan deltas (HFD). Hyperpycnal littoral deltas are low-gradient shallow-water deltas formed when dirty rivers enter into brackish or normal-salinity marine basins, typically in wave or tide-dominated epicontinental seas or brackish lakes. Hyperpycnal subaqueous deltas represent the most common type of hyperpycnal delta, with channels and lobes generated in marine and lacustrine settings during long-lasting sediment-laden river-flood discharges. Finally, hyperpycnal fan deltas are subaqueous delta systems generated on high-gradient lacustrine or marine settings by episodic high-density fluvial discharges.
Hyperspectral imaging as an emerging tool to analyze microplastics: A systematic review and recommendations for future development
Authors: Faltynkova Andrea , Johnsen Geir , Wagner Martin 
Published: August 2021

AbstractA central challenge in microplastics (MP, diameter < 5 mm) research is the analysis of small plastic particles in an efficient manner. This review focuses on the recent application of infrared hyperspectral imaging (HSI) to analyze MP. We provide a narrative context for understanding technical principles of HSI followed by a systematic review and discussion of the variety of approaches to apply HSI to MP research, including instrumentation, data collection and analysis. HSI was successfully applied to analyze dry MP > 250 μm, with drastic improvements in analysis time as compared with the best available technology, such as Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) and Raman spectroscopy. Primary challenges we identified through the review include improving spatial resolution to detect smaller MP and development of robust models for data analysis. Parameters and practices for reporting quality assurance and quality control measures are summarized and recommendations are made for future research. We conclude that HSI is a promising technology for MP analysis but requires adaptation for this new application.
The prevalence and characteristics of misophonia in Ankara, Turkey: population-based study
Authors: Kılıç Cengiz , Öz Gökhan , Avanoğlu Kezban Burcu , Aksoy Songül 
Published: August 2021

Background
Misophonia is defined as significant distress (anger, distress or disgust) when exposed to certain sounds that would not affect most people, such as lip smacking or gum chewing. Although misophonia is common, the aetiology, prevalence and effective treatments are largely unknown.

Aims
Based on our proposed diagnostic criteria, we examined the prevalence of misophonia and its relationship with clinical and demographic variables in a large representative population sample.

Method
We used a household sample (N = 541) of all residents aged >15 years, living in 300 homes randomly selected in Ankara city centre, Turkey. All participants were assessed at their homes by trained interviewers, for sociodemographic variables, misophonic sounds and related factors, using a semi-structured interview (the Misophonia Interview Schedule) developed for the current research.

Results
The current misophonia diagnosis prevalence was 12.8% (n = 69 of 541), although 427 (78.9%) participants reported at least one sound that was distressing. The mean number of misophonic sounds was 8.6 (s.d. 8.9, range 0–44); the figure was 17.6 in those with misophonia compared with 7.3 in those without misophonia. Of those with misophonia, only 5.8% contacted services for their condition. Predictors of misophonia diagnosis included younger age, family history of misophonia and previous contact with mental health services.

Conclusions
Our study showed that misophonia is common in the general population, may cause significant disruption in daily life and is undertreated. Although more evidence is needed to classify misophonia as a psychiatric disorder, our findings support others who claim that the condition belongs to the group of mental disorders.
Do Steroids Matter? A Retrospective Review of Premedication for Taxane Chemotherapy and Hypersensitivity Reactions
Authors: Lansinger Olivia M. , Biedermann Savanna , He Zihuai , Colevas A. Dimitrios 
Published: August 2021

PURPOSE Despite the widespread use of the taxanes paclitaxel and docetaxel for a variety of cancers and their well-known association with hypersensitivity reactions (HSRs), there is still significant variation in the prescribing practices of steroids for premedication. Premedication almost always includes dexamethasone, which can be associated with multiple adverse effects if taken for extended periods of time. This study reviews the pattern of steroid premedication in patients who received paclitaxel or docetaxel at Stanford Cancer Institute between January 2010 and June 2020. METHODS We used an electronic query of the electronic medical record followed up with a manual review of patient charts to ask whether we could find a correlation between steroid premedication dosing and the incidence or severity of HSRs with the first taxane dose. Variables considered included steroid dose and route, dose and type of taxane, clinical cancer group, sex, and race. RESULTS Five thousand two hundred seventeen patients were identified as having received paclitaxel or docetaxel, and 3,181 met criteria for our analysis. There were 264 (8.3%) HSRs. In adjusted multivariate analysis, we found no correlation of HSR rate or severity among any of the variables evaluated except gynecology oncology clinic patients, who had an increased risk (hazard ratio [HR] 1.34) of HSRs overall and high-grade HSRs (HR 2.34), and female patients, who had a higher rate of HSRs overall (HR 1.26), but not high-grade HSRs. CONCLUSION Neither dexamethasone dose nor route correlated with subsequent HSRs. Given the potential for adverse events from repeated high-dose steroids, our findings suggest that routine use of lower doses, such as a single 10 mg dose of dexamethasone, as premedication for taxanes to prevent HSRs is preferable to the current prescribing guidelines.
Selected Issues in Sport-Related Concussion (SRC | Mild Traumatic Brain Injury) for the Team Physician: A Consensus Statement
Authors: Herring Stanley , Kibler W. Ben , Putukian Margot , S. Solomon Gary , Boyajian-O’Neill Lori , Dec Katherine L. , Franks R. Robert , A. Indelicato Peter , R. LaBella Cynthia , Leddy John J. , Matuszak Jason , McDonough E. Barry , O'Connor Francis G. , Sutton Karen Michelle 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Selected Issues in Sport-Related Concussion (SRC | Mild Traumatic Brain Injury) for the Team Physician: A Consensus Statement is title 22 in a series of annual consensus articles written for the practicing team physician. This document provides an overview of select medical issues important to team physicians who are responsible for athletes with sports-related concussion (SRC). This statement was developed by the Team Physician Consensus Conference (TPCC), an annual project-based alliance of six major professional associations. The goal of this TPCC statement is to assist the team physician in providing optimal medical care for the athlete with SRC.
Many Papers but Limited Policy Impact? A Bibliometric Review of Physical Activity Research
Authors: Lee Karen , Ding Ding , Grunseit Anne , Wolfenden Luke , Milat Andrew , Bauman Adrian 
Published: August 2021

ABSTRACT
Scientific publications on physical activity (PA) have proliferated in recent years. Previous work has shown that descriptive studies dominate the literature with disappointingly fewer studies reporting on interventions or dissemination. This study updates trends in PA research to determine changes, if any, in publications that are more likely to contribute to facilitating research translation to scale-up interventions that might influence population levels of PA. A bibliometric review of a random sample of published PA studies (n = 4069) across three periods (2008–2009, 2013–2014, and 2017–2018) was conducted using the SCOPUS database. A four-stage coding strategy was used, including 1) identifying PA as exposure or primary outcome, 2) classifying PA studies into data-based and non–data-based studies, 3) classifying data-based PA studies into intervention and nonintervention studies, and 4) classifying intervention studies into six research translation categories. Descriptive PA studies dominated in all three time periods (52.1%–61.9%). Intervention studies increased only slightly from 14.8% to 19.2%. Within intervention studies, most focused on testing efficacy or effectiveness, and these increased over time across the time periods from 38% to 50.5%. Research relevant for scale-up such as replication and dissemination studies declined from the first to the most recent period (28.1% to 16.7%). The prevailing trend of descriptive studies and efficacy and/or effectiveness studies on a small scale continues in published PA literature, contrary to the increasing recognition of the need for scale-up and dissemination research. More dissemination research is required to translate known efficacious interventions to population-level implementation. There is a need for cultural shifts in research where real-world impact on population health should be valued more than the volume of publications.
Is health coaching the next panacea in healthcare reform?
Authors: Best Catherine 
Published: August 2021

Health coaching aims to empower patients to self-manage their long-term health conditions. Catherine Best explores the effect health coaching can have on patients and the shifts that are required to deliver it Non-communicable diseases now account for the vast majority of deaths globally. It is recognised that personalised care is key to managing non-communicable disease and health coaching is considered an essential element. Health coaching is a developing field of practice that encourages patients to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviours that can avert the impact of chronic disease. This article explores the effect health coaching can have on patients and the shifts that are required to deliver it.
Survival of the Oak Wilt Fungus in Logs Fumigated with Sulfuryl Fluoride and Methyl Bromide
Authors: Yang Anna , Seabright Kendhl , Juzwik Jennifer , Myers Scott W. , Taylor Adam 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Methyl bromide (MB) fumigation of oak (Quercus sp.) logs destined for export is required to mitigate risks associated with movement of the oak wilt fungus, Bretziella fagacearum. Alternative fumigants with efficacy against B. fagacearum are needed because of MB's ozone-depleting properties. Fumigation with sulfuryl fluoride (SF) is considered a promising substitute. Logs (1.8 m long) were obtained from Quercus trees (18.3 to 29.2 cm diameter at breast height) that were naturally infested (NI) or artificially inoculated (AI) with B. fagacearum to compare pathogen colonization and survival following fumigation with SF and MB. The logs were fumigated with SF for 72 hours with 240, 280, and 320 g/m3 or 96 hours with 128 and 240 g/m3. MB fumigations were conducted using the current treatment schedule for oak logs destined for export (240 g/m3 for 72 h). Frequencies of successful pathogen isolation before treatment were higher for AI logs than for NI logs based on isolation rates from sapwood chips. Treatments greatly reduced frequencies of viable pathogen presence, but no treatment was successful in eradicating the pathogen. Experiments were conducted on blocks (10.2 by 10.2 by 11.4 cm3) obtained from Quercus trees to investigate simulated penetration and diffusion of SF and MB into oak logs. Slow, variable fumigant diffusion never reached concentration–time products lethal to B. fagacearum. Based on these results, reliance on SF alone as a quarantine measure may require higher concentration × time products to achieve quarantine level control of the oak wilt fungus in logs.
Pulping Processes and Their Effects on Cellulose Fibers and Nanofibrillated Cellulose Properties: A Review
Authors: Iglesias Maria C. , Gomez-Maldonado Diego , Via Brian K. , Jiang Zhihua , Peresin Maria S. 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Although pulping processes from wood are well-cemented technology, the emergence of bio-based nanotechnology, as well as the increase in concern about the environmental impact that these processes can have, calls for a reevaluation of the impacts that the traditional pulping methods have on the surfaces of the fibers and how variances will then affect the generation and properties of the nanocellulose materials, that will then impact the different applications that can be derived from them. Since literature tends to focus on one method and then characterize it, the aim of this review is to discuss the properties that have been reported of different fibers and nanofibers depending on the wood source, the chemical pulping method selected (kraft or sulfite methods), and the bleaching or lack of it and then compare the effects that these can have in properties such as crystallinity, chemical composition, surface charge, and functional groups present on the surface.
Development of Moulding using Sweet Sorghum Bagasse and Citric Acid: Effects of Application Method and Citric Acid Content
Authors: Widodo Eko , Kusumah Sukma Surya , Subyakto  , Umemura Kenji 
Published: August 2021

AbstractThe effective use of agricultural residues is desirable. In this study, the manufacturing of mouldings using sweet sorghum bagasse powder and citric acid as an adhesive was attempted. The effects of the application method and citric acid content on the bending properties and water resistance of the mouldings were investigated. Powder and liquid applications were used. The citric acid solid content based on the total weight of the mouldings was adjusted to 0, 15, 20, 25, and 30 weight percent. The dumbbell-shaped moulding was manufactured at 200°C and 4 MPa for 10 minutes. The relationship between the bending properties and citric acid content differed depending on the application method; the powder application was effective for obtaining high bending properties with a lower citric acid content. The water resistance of the moulding was greatly affected by the application method when a low citric acid content was used, and it was affected by the citric acid content when a high citric acid content was used. According to the data measured from Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, it was easy to contain unreacted citric acid in the moulding with the powder application, and an ester linkage formed easily when the liquid application was used. It was suggested that the citric acid tends to work as an adhesive in the powder application, and it tends to modify the bagasse powder in the liquid application.
Heterogeneous-frequency-dual-pulse chain and weak FBG array for quasi-distributed acoustic sensing with improved response bandwidth
Authors: Liang Guanhua , Niu Panpan , Jiang Junfeng , Wang Shuang , Wang Yixuan , Xia Jing , Wang Tong , Ding Zhenyang , Xu Tianhua , Liu Tiegen 
Published: August 2021

By continuously injecting four groups of heterogeneous frequency dual pulses into the sensing fiber with weak fiber Bragg gratings (WFBGs), a quasi-distributed acoustic sensing method based on frequency-division multiplexing is proposed. Each group of pulses generates interference signals with different carrier frequencies after being reflected by the WFBGs. Through the discrete Fourier transform phase demodulation method, each carrier frequency interference signal is demodulated and then the phase is spliced. The feasibility of this method is theoretically analyzed, and a detection with a bandwidth of 2 kHz is realized on a 70 km sensing fiber with a spatial resolution of 10 m.
Hybrid plasmonic slot waveguide with a metallic grating for on-chip biosensing applications
Authors: Badri S. Hadi , SaeidNahaei Sanam , Kim Jong Su 
Published: August 2021

Designing reliable and compact integrated biosensors with high sensitivity is crucial for lab-on-a-chip applications. We present a bandpass optical filter, as a label-free biosensor, based on a hybrid slot waveguide on the silicon-on-insulator platform. The designed hybrid waveguide consists of a narrow silicon strip, a gap, and a metallic Bragg grating with a phase-shifted cavity. The hybrid waveguide is coupled to a conventional silicon strip waveguide with a taper. The effect of geometrical parameters on the performance of the filter is investigated by 3D finite-difference time-domain simulations. The proposed hybrid waveguide has potential for sensing applications since the optical field is pulled into the gap and outside of the silicon core, thus increasing the modal overlap with the sensing region. This biosensor offers a sensitivity of 270 nm/RIU, while it only occupies a compact footprint of

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Fast and accurate phase-unwrapping algorithm based on the transport of intensity equation: reply
Authors: Martinez-Carranza Juan , Falaggis Konstantinos , Kozacki Tomasz 
Published: August 2021

In [Appl.
Opt. 56, 7079
(2017)APOPAI0003-693510.1364/AO.56.007079], a phase-unwrapping
algorithm has been reported that is based on the transport of
intensity (TIE) equation. Section 3 of that manuscript presented one
way to derive an analytical expression for the axial intensity
derivative using the paraxial angular spectrum (AS) method. In the
recent comment by Yoneda et al.
[Appl.
Opt. 60, 7500
(2021)APOPAI0003-693510.1364/AO.417146], the authors
misunderstand the utility of the angular spectrum method and conclude
that the corresponding derivation is ambiguous. In this response, we
take the opportunity to correct a typo that clarifies the calculation
of the axial derivative of the intensity.