bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison of outcomes between indirect decompression of oblique lumbar interbody fusion and MIS-TLIF in one single-level lumbar spondylosis
Authors: Hung Shih-Feng , Liao Jen-Chung , Tsai Tsung-Ting , Li Yun-Da , Chiu Ping-Yeh , Hsieh Ming-Kai , Kao Fu-Cheng 
Published: June 2021

AbstractMinimal invasive spinal fusion has become popular in the last decade. Oblique lumbar interbody fusion (OLIF) is a relatively new surgical technique and could avoid back muscle stripping and posterior complex destruction as in minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS-TLIF). Between December 2016 and September 2018, patients with single level degenerative spondylosis were selected to enroll in this retrospective study. A total of 21 patients that underwent OLIF and 41 patients that received MIS-TLIF were enrolled. OLIF showed significantly less blood loss and shorter surgery time compared to MIS-TLIF (p < 0.05). The improvement in segmental lordosis and coronal balance was significantly more in OLIF group than MIS-TLIF group (p < 0.05). When comparing with MIS-TLIF, OLIF was significantly better in Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) and visual analogue scale for back pain improvement at post-operative 6 months (p < 0.05). Both OLIF and MIS-TLIF are becoming mainstream procedures for lumbar degenerative-related disease, especially for spondylolisthesis. However, the indirect decompression of OLIF has shown to have less perioperative blood loss and shorter surgery time than that of MIS-TLIF. In addition, OLIF gives superior outcome in restoring segmental lordosis and coronal imbalance. While both OLIF and MIS-TLIF provide optimal clinical outcomes, upon comparison between the two techniques, the indirect decompression of OLIF seems to be a superior option in modern days.
Analytical and physiological validation of an enzyme immunoassay to measure oxytocin in dog, wolf, and human urine samples
Authors: Wirobski G. , Schaebs F. S. , Range F. , Marshall-Pescini S. , Deschner T. 
Published: June 2021

AbstractOxytocin (OT) promotes pro-sociality, bonding, and cooperation in a variety of species. Measuring oxytocin metabolite (OTM) concentrations in urine or saliva provides intriguing opportunities to study human and animal behaviour with minimal disturbance. However, a thorough validation of analytical methods and an assessment of the physiological significance of these measures are essential. We conducted an analytical validation of a commercial Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA; Arbor OT assay kit) to measure OTM concentrations in dog, wolf, and human urine samples. To test the assay’s ability to detect changes in OTM concentrations, we administered oxytocin intranasally to 14 dogs. Assay performance with regard to parallelism was acceptable. Assay accuracy and extraction efficiency for dog and wolf samples were comparable to a previously validated assay (Enzo OT assay kit) but variation was smaller for human samples. Binding sensitivity and antibody specificity were better in the Arbor assay. Average OTM concentrations were more than twice as high as in comparable samples measured with the Enzo assay, highlighting a lack of comparability of absolute values between different assays. Changes in OTM concentrations after intranasal treatment were detected reliably. The Arbor assay met requirements of a “fit-for-purpose” validation with improvement of several parameters compared to the Enzo assay.
Linking multi-scale 3D microstructure to potential enhanced natural gas recovery and subsurface CO2storage for Bowland shale, UK
Authors: Ma Lin , Fauchille Anne-Laure , Ansari Humera , Chandler Michael , Ashby Paul , Taylor Kevin , Pini Ronny , Lee Peter D. 
Published: June 2021

This paper quantitatively characterises the microstructure in shales across five scales in 3D, builds a multi-scale model of CH4and CO2flow pathways and storage, and assesses the potential of enhanced gas recovery and CO2 storage simultaneously.
Putting Policy Into Practice: Impact of the Every Student Succeeds Act on Speech-Language Pathologists and Students With Disabilities
Authors: McCabe Michaela , Nye-Lengerman Kelly 
Published: June 2021

Purpose
Public policies can influence how speech-language pathologists (SLPs) provide services to students with disabilities. Specifically, this article is intended to provide background information and critical analysis regarding the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) as it relates to speech-language pathology practice and provision of services to students with disabilities within the schools.

Method
The authors reviewed legislation text, publications from national education and speech and language organizations, and critical educational policy and research articles to examine the role that SLPs can play in the implementation of ESSA for students with disabilities.

Results
SLPs and other education professionals utilize ESSA to improve access to a well-rounded, college- and career-focused education for all students. ESSA state plans may not fully maximize equal opportunities for students with disabilities. There are additional ways that SLPs can capitalize on ESSA to expand and improve their service provision to students with disabilities, including SLPs broadening their understanding of the role ESSA plays in facilitating positive practices for students with and without disabilities.

Conclusions
SLPs, teachers, and other stakeholders can improve the impact of ESSA on students with disabilities by helping to improve accountability systems for the educational outcomes of students with disabilities, supporting funding allocation for students with disabilities and struggling learners in the general education setting, and assisting local education agencies to better align ESSA with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Atypische bakterielle Infektionen an der Hand
Authors: Mühldorfer-Fodor Marion , Fodor Stefan Georg 
Published: June 2021

ZusammenfassungAtypische Infektionen an der Hand treten selten auf und werden deshalb häufig fehlinterpretiert. Erfolgt die korrekte Therapie erst verspätet, können irreversible Schäden entstehen, schlimmstenfalls kann es zu lebensgefährlichen septischen Verläufen kommen. Der Artikel soll eine Übersicht über einige der häufigsten atypischen Infektionen und deren Erscheinungsbild an der Hand (Mykobakterien, Vibrionen, Francisella, Aktinomyceten) geben und diese mit 2 Fallberichten illustrieren. Das Wissen um die Pathogenese der häufigsten atypischen Infektionen erleichtert es, diese differenzialdiagnostisch im Alltag zu berücksichtigen, spezielle diagnostische Schritte einzuleiten und eine adäquate Therapie frühzeitig durchzuführen.
Behandlung des primären Spontanpneumothorax beim Jugendlichen – State of the art
Authors: Wagner Richard , Lacher Martin 
Published: June 2021

ZUSAMMENFASSUNGDer primäre Spontanpneumothorax (PSP) beschreibt eine Ansammlung von Luft im intrapleuralen Raum, welcher zum teilweisen oder vollständigen Kollaps der Lunge führen kann. Dieser tritt am häufigsten bei Jugendlichen über 15 Jahre, (männlich > weiblich) mit asthenischem Habitus und großer Körperlänge auf. In dieser Übersichtsarbeit werden aktuelle Kontroversen bezüglich der optimalen Therapie (konservativ vs. Pleuradrainage vs. Operation, Management von Rezidiven) sowie der Stellenwert der thorakalen Computertomografie diskutiert.
Fehlermöglichkeiten in Diagnose und Therapie bei Infektionen der Fingerendglieder
Authors: Langer Martin F. , Grünert Jörg G. 
Published: June 2021

ZusammenfassungDie Infektionen des Fingerendglieds sind nicht zu unterschätzen, da es zahlreiche Differenzialdiagnosen zu beachten gibt, die besser nicht (sofort) operiert werden sollten, sondern erst eine spezielle und häufig interdisziplinäre Diagnostik (dermatologisch – histologisch – radiologisch – internistisch) benötigen. Darüber hinaus finden sich immer wieder nicht fachgerechte Schnittführungen, die zu teilweise katastrophalen Ergebnissen führen. An Bildbeispielen werden Differenzialdiagnosen und die Folgen ungünstiger Schnittführungen stichpunktartig dargestellt.
Aktuelle Behandlung der Trichterbrust und Kielbrust
Authors: Zimmermann Peter , Martynov Illya , Krämer Sebastian , Gräfe Daniel , Wolfgang Hirsch Franz , Lacher Martin 
Published: June 2021

ZUSAMMENFASSUNGDie Trichterbrust ist die häufigste Form der Brustwanddeformitäten. Die Therapieentscheidung erfolgt stets gemeinsam zwischen Patient, den Eltern und dem Chirurgen in wiederholten Gesprächen. Die nicht-invasive Saugglockentherapie stellt für Kinder, welche die Kriterien für eine operative Korrektur nicht erfüllen oder eine chirurgische Therapie ablehnen, eine gute Alternative dar und birgt keine Gefahren. Seit Einführung der minimalinvasiven Trichterbrustkorrektur (MIRPE) hat die Anzahl von Patienten, die eine operative Korrektur Ihrer PE wünschen, deutlich zugenommen. Die Ergebnisse der operativen Korrektur zeigen neben einer hohen Patientenzufriedenheit mit dem kosmetischen Ergebnis auch eine verbesserte Herzleistung und Sauerstoffaufnahmekapazität. Obwohl die MIRPE in erfahrenen Händen sicher und effektiv ist, sind ernsthafte lebensbedrohliche Komplikationen möglich.Zur Behandlung der Kielbrust ist die nicht-invasive Kompressionstherapie Therapie der Wahl. Dies gilt besonders für die dynamische Kompressionstherapie, welche eine objektive Messung und Einstellung der notwendigen Therapiedrücke, ein laterales Ausweichen der Thoraxwand und individuelle Anpassung ermöglicht. Der Therapieerfolg der Kompressionstherapie liegt „in der Hand des Patienten“. Eine operative Korrektur sollte nur nach nicht erfolgreicher Kompressionstherapie oder bei unbedingtem Patientenwunsch erfolgen.
Management of Cancer-Associated Venous Thrombosis: A Nationwide Survey among Danish Oncologists
Authors: Højen Anette Arbjerg , Overvad Thure Filskov , Nybo Mads , Kümler Thomas , Rasmussen Morten Schnack , Christensen Thomas Decker , Larsen Torben Bjerregaard 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
Background Treatment patterns for cancer-associated venous thrombosis (CAT) has been shown to be nonconsistent with contemporary guideline recommendations, resulting in poor patient outcomes.
Objectives The study aimed to describe contemporary CAT management in Danish oncology departments and identify knowledge gaps and inconsistencies between guidelines and clinical practice.
Patients and Methods A survey questionnaire in Danish was developed based on contemporary national guidelines. Using an open recruitment strategy, invitations to participate in the electronic survey were sent to physicians employed at oncology departments in Denmark in winter of 2018/2019. The questionnaire was based on current national guidelines and included 10 items with multiple choices and a free-text option to specify or comment. The questionnaire was pilot-tested by a junior and senior oncologist.
Results A total of 142 physicians completed the survey, representing all Danish geographical regions and various seniority. The majority reported that CAT was treated and followed up in oncology departments. However, 36.6% of the physicians were unaware of the existence of designated cancer thrombosis guidelines. Risk of venous thrombosis was generally assessed without diagnostic scores. Almost all (98.6%) reported low-molecular-weight heparin to be first-line treatment for CAT. Treatment duration seemed wrongly influenced by subtype of venous thrombosis, and 44.5% responded that thromboprophylaxis among hospitalized patients was substantially underused.
Conclusion The variability in the daily clinical management of CAT demonstrated through this survey indicates a potential to increase awareness of available guidelines, standardized use of inpatient thromboprophylaxis, and organized treatment and follow-up in a multidisciplinary setting, which would potentially improve management of CAT in Denmark.
Gastrointestinal Bleeding and Direct Oral Anticoagulants among Patients with Atrial Fibrillation: Risk, Prevention, Management, and Quality of Life
Authors: Zappulla Paolo , Calvi Valeria 
Published: June 2021

AbstractA significant problem for patients undergoing oral anticoagulation therapy is gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB), a problem that has become increasingly urgent following the introduction of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs). Furthermore, in recent years a greater focus has been placed on the quality of life (QOL) of patients on long-term oral anticoagulant therapy, which necessitates changes in lifestyle, as well as posing an increased risk of bleeding without producing objective symptomatic relief. Here, we examine current evidence linked to GIB associated with oral anticoagulants, with a focus on randomized control trials, meta-analyses, and postmarketing observational studies. Rivaroxaban and dabigatran (especially the 150-mg bis-in-die dose) appeared to be linked to an increased risk of GIB. The risk of GIB was also greater when edoxaban was used, although this was dependent on the dose. Apixaban did not pose a higher risk of GIB in comparison with warfarin. We provided a summary of current knowledge regarding GIB risk factors for individual anticoagulants, prevention strategies that lower the risk of GIB and management of DOAC therapy after a GIB episode.
COVID-19 and the academy: opinions and experiences of university-based scientists in the U.S.
Authors: Johnson Timothy P. , Feeney Mary K. , Jung Heyjie , Frandell Ashlee , Caldarulo Mattia , Michalegko Lesley , Islam Shaika , Welch Eric W. 
Published: June 2021

AbstractMuch of the available evidence regarding COVID-19 effects on the scientific community in the U.S. is anecdotal and non-representative. We report findings from a based survey of university-based biologists, biochemists, and civil and environmental engineers regarding negative and positive COVID-19 impacts, respondent contributions to addressing the pandemic, and their opinions regarding COVID-19 research policies. The most common negative impact was university closures, cited by 93% of all scientists. Significant subgroup differences emerged, with higher proportions of women, assistant professors, and scientists at institutions located in COVID-19 “hotspot” counties reporting difficulties concentrating on research. Assistant professors additionally reported facing more unanticipated childcare responsibilities. Approximately half of the sample also reported one or more positive COVID-19 impacts, suggesting the importance of developing a better understanding of the complete range of impacts across all fields of science. Regarding COVID-19 relevant public policy, findings suggest divergence of opinion concerning surveillance technologies and the need to alter federal approval processes for new tests and vaccines.
Electronic and relating behavior of Mn-doped ZnO nanostructures: An x-ray absorption spectroscopy study
Authors: Murphy Michael W. , Bovo Laura , Bottaro Gregorio , Armelao Lidia , Sham Tsun-Kong 
Published: June 2021

Controlled synthesis of Mn-doped ZnO nanostructures with Mn concentrations of 1%, 3%, and 10% at. has been carried out using sol–gel methods and temperature treatments at 400, 600, and 800 °C. It is found that Mn is successfully introduced into the hcp oxide lattice of ZnO nanoparticles of a range of sizes from a few nm to 102 nm, depending on temperature conditions. It is also found that a secondary phase appears as the Mn concentration and processing temperature increase, most probably in the form appropriately described as MnOx clusters on the surface, although the dominant component remains hcp ZnO. The x-ray absorption near edge structure at all edges of interest reveals that the Mn2+ ion substitutes Zn2+ at the tetrahedral site and that the secondary phase exhibits a clear signature of the octahedral local environment at the Mn L3,2 and O K-edge. X-ray excited optical luminescence excited at 1085 eV (just above the Zn L3,2 edge) shows that the characteristic bandgap emission is slightly blue shifted and the luminescence from both the bandgap and defect emission is quenched somewhat with the latter significantly shifted to longer wavelengths in the region observed for surface and near surface defects. The Mn-doped samples processed at low temperature are poor light emitters due to the high degree of disorder and improve markedly with annealing at higher temperature. The magnetic properties of these systems were also investigated. The results suggest that Mn doping impedes radiative recombination, which is in favor of improved photocatalytic behavior. The implication of these findings is discussed.
Approaches to increase the load bearing capacity of bored injection piles
Authors: Sokolov N S 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
The issue of strengthening weak or overloaded bases is an important task for the development of underground space. This is especially true in the presence of alternating weak layers at the base. The paper considers a case from the geotechnical practice of strengthening the overloaded base of a reinforced concrete foundation plate of a 25-storey residential building under construction.
Combined ground piles consisting of Get (type 1) ground concrete piles reinforced along the longitudinal axis with made drill-injection piles using electric discharge technology (EDT piles) are used as buried structures. This method of arrangement of a combined buried reinforced concrete structure is due to the need to increase the load-bearing capacity of the pile on the ground by two times or more
Interaction of screw piles with the base
Authors: Glushkov Alexey , Glushkov Vyacheslav , Glushkov Ilya 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
The article presents the results of the practical applications of screw piles foundations for block quick-assembly buildings and buildings made of a metal frame. The results of experimental and theoretical studies of foundations in various ground conditions are presented. A method for estimating the stress-strain state of screw pile foundations using nonlinear calculation methods is proposed. The influence of pile length and blade diameter on the change in displacements and load-bearing capacity in cohesive and non-cohesive soils on the effect of pushing and anchor loads is revealed. The nature of the distribution of stresses and deformations at the base of foundations made of screw piles is revealed. The article is useful for engineers, specialists and researchers in the field of soil mechanics, foundation engineering and geotechnics.
Geotechnical monitoring results of 22-storey buildings on combined strip pile foundations with prestressed soil bases
Authors: Stepanov M A , Volosyuk D V , Bartolomey L A 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
The article describes the concept of combined strip pile foundations with prestressed soil bases by pressing them with the cement mortar. The soil base pressing makes it possible to regulate and control the soil stress-strain state by creating prestresses that allow increasing the rigidity of the soil base and reduce the level of the base settlement and deformations of the above-ground part, the values of which determine the operational suitability of structures and their technical and economic indicators. The authors present the results of the applied combined strip pile foundation implementation in Tyumen (Russia) during the construction of two 22-storey high monolithic-frame apartment buildings as an alternative to pile-raft foundations based on composite driven piles, which helps to reduce the estimated cost and timing of the foundation constructions. Also the article describes the construction operations and contains the geotechnical monitoring results, which confirmed the operational reliability of the implemented solutions.
Design and construction features on weak clay soils with high seismic hazard. The case of Olympic facilities in Sochi
Authors: Shulyatev O , Mozgacheva O , Stavnitser L 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
The article describes the experience of designing and construction the Olympic facilities in Sochi-2014 in difficult engineering and geological conditions, including on weak clay soils, with a seismicity of 9 points. Specific examples of design solutions and their implementation are given, as well as geotechnical monitoring data.
Modeling a reverse taper pile for frost heave conditions
Authors: Tretiakova O V 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
The research addresses the issue mathematical modeling of effective pile for construction in cold regions on the base of existing experimental studies. The problem of piles uplift by frost heave is critical and results in damage to overlying structures. Previous research and practice has shown that the existing methods of frost heave protection involving pile length extension lead to piles cost increase. It is assumed that a novel approach to the piles design is needed. The paper proposes directional reducing the influence of heaving soil on the reverse taper pile due to pile design features without its length extension. Positive effects which arise in this connection have been studied. The devised approach was based on mathematical modeling techniques. Heaving soil-pile interaction model has been developed. The study conducts an investigation of the pile frost heaving phenomenon that occurs in the annular space surrounding the pile. Particular attention has been given to working out pile geometry equations. It is concluded that the pile geometrical features developed by the devised mathematical modeling techniques allow to effectively reducing the frost heave influence. We can foresee that the research findings and the approach implementation will entail the reduction of construction costs in cold environments.
Monitoring of changes in the thermal regime in the road structure
Authors: Burgonutdinov A M , Kleveko V I 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
Freezing of wet dispersed soils is accompanied by a number of physical, physicochemical and physicomechanical phenomena and processes. In soils, when water freezes, the properties of the soils themselves change abruptly and abruptly, and the volume of frozen soil increases significantly, and not evenly. It was revealed that during freezing conditions can arise under which an increase in soil volume due to moisture migration to the freezing front and its freezing can reach tens of percent. This process is usually called frost heaving of soils. This phenomenon refers to physical and mechanical processes, as a result of which, under the influence of thermodynamic changes, the freezing soil acquires a stress-strain state. To combat frost heaving, it is necessary to study the patterns of changes in the water-thermal regime of road structures. The article presents various methods for assessing the water-thermal regime of road structures. The developed system of temperature monitoring of the road structure to a depth of up to 3 m and some measurement results are described, which make it possible to assess the temperature change at different depths from the road surface.
Experience in effective changing of the tunneling parameters according to the data of automated hydrostatic levels to minimize the impact on the operating section of the Moscow Metro (from the experience of the organization)
Authors: Medvedev G M , Khoteev E A 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
Due to the intensive development of the underground space of Moscow and the increasing requirements for environmental protection, there is a need for continuous high-precision monitoring of the settlements of existing structures of normal and higher levels of responsibility. Moreover, if points of observation of the structure are located in an open space, then traditional geodetic methods (using optical levels, tacheometers) cannot ensure the continuity of observations (for example, in case of heavy rain, fog, snowfall or smoke). This, in turn, does not allow us to promptly respond to emergencies and take measures to prevent them. The article discusses the experience of automated real-time monitoring using Monitron hydrostatic leveling system to prevent an emergency during the construction of a collector tunnel with a diameter of 4.0 m under one of the Moscow Metro lines.