bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Predictors of adherence to composite therapy after acute coronary syndromes
Authors: Stabile Eugenio , Franzese Michele , Chianese Salvatore , Alfani Arturo , Gerardi Donato , Colaiori Iginio , Annunziata Monica , Nappi Pierluigi , Scalise Martina , Di Serafino Luigi , Puzone Brunella , Avvedimento Marisa , Leone Attilio , Ilardi Federica , Piccolo Raffaele , Franzone Anna , Cirillo Plinio , Morisco Carmine , Trimarco Bruno , Esposito Giovanni 
Published: May 2021

Aims
Adherence to medical therapy following acute coronary syndrome (ACS) affects a patient's prognosis. In this cohort study, we sought to assess the factors that could affect a patient's adherence to therapy after ACS.

Methods
We prospectively collected information from patients (N = 964) hospitalized at the coronary care unit of the Federico II University Hospital, from 1 January 2015 to 30 June 2017, for ACS. Adherence to three classes of drugs including statins, antiplatelets [dual or single antiplatelet agent (SAPT)] and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin receptor blockers (ACE-I/ARB) and their composites were assessed at 1 month, 1 and 2 years after discharge.

Results
At 30 days adherence to prescribed therapy was 94.4% for dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT), 78.2% for statins, 92.7% for ACE-I/ARB and 70.7% for multitherapy. At 1 year, it was 91.1% for DAPT, 81.2% for ACE-I/ARB, 84.9% for statins and 71.4% for multitherapy. At 2 years, it was 97.1% for SAPT, 78.1% for ACE-I/ARB, 91.8% for statins, 72.8% for multitherapy. Multivariable logistic analysis demonstrated that at each time point, a telephone follow-up assessment predicts nonadherence to multitherapy and that a percutaneous coronary intervention at the index hospitalization is an independent predictor of adherence to composite therapy at 1 month and 1 year.

Conclusion
Up to 2 years after ACS, three out of four patients are adherent to multitherapy prescription; percutaneous coronary intervention during the index hospitalization improves a patient's adherence, whereas telephone follow-up is associated with reduced adherence to multitherapy.
Campania Salute Network Registry (Clinical Trials.gov Identifier: NCT02211365).
Administrative Functions of Implementation, Control of Administrative Decisions, and Protection of Rights
Authors: Perlingeiro Ricardo 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
This essay includes a comparative analysis of the traditions of administrative law in Latin American and their impact on the contemporary scene and trends in the general orientations of its administrative justice systems. This analysis is limited to Latin American countries of Iberian origin under the jurisdiction of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (“I/A Court H.R”). The method followed by the author is to point out the roles attributable to the administrative authorities and to attempt to identify a distinction in Latin America between the “administrative function of implementation”, “control of the legality of administrative decisions” (unrelated to any adjudicative function) and the “protection of rights” (by means of an adjudicative function) while examining their historical genesis and possible future trends. From that perspective, the text discusses certain administrative powers, such as disciplinary or other regulatory powers, and their forms of concrete application; the prerogatives and instruments of the authorities and of their decision-making employees in the exercise of the functions of implementation; the control of administrative decisions by those authorities themselves and by external bodies; and judicial and extrajudicial protection of rights against administrative decisions. The author concludes that Latin American administrative law, despite the fact that its civil-law substantive roots have always coexisted with judicial review typical of common law, is currently tending, on the one hand, to approximate the U.S. model of administrative adjudication and, on the other, to adapt to I/A Court H.R case law with respect to the administrative function of implementation in harmony with the fundamental right to good administration which, combined with a critical re-examination of diffuse control of the legality of administrative rules in court, would safeguard the true role of adjudicating bodies (administrative authorities or courts) in their function of protecting individual rights for the sake of more fair and equitable administrative justice.
Contamination of bottom sediments by lead, zinc and cadmium in Rzeszow reservoir
Authors: Maj-Zajezierska Katarzyna , Koszelnik Piotr 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
The aim of the present study was to determine the level of contamination of the bottom sediments in the Rzeszow reservoir by the selected heavy metals Pb, Cd and Zn, and to identify the potential environmental risks of heavy metals content basing on available assessments and classification of bottom sediments. The Rzeszow reservoir is situated on the Wisłok River in the Podkarpackie Voivodeship, southeaster Poland, was constructed on 1974. Nowadays, as a result of silting, the reservoir reduced its surface and depth, which does not have a positive effect on the assumed functions it is to perform. The study was conducted in 2016. The samples of sediment were collected in five locations. Samples were taken twice: in June and in October. The following concentrations have been determined: cadmium - 0.01 ÷ 0.92 mg•kg–1, zinc - 54.39 ÷ 128 mg•kg–1, lead - 2.98 ÷ 25.42 mg•kg–1. The decline trend in the sediment is following: Zn > Pb > Cd. For the assessment of sediment contamination, following methods: aquatic sediment quality classification used by the Polish Geological Institute - I class, Regulation of the Minister of Environment of April 16 2002 on the types and concentrations of substances contaminating the excavated material – unpolluted and LAW sediment classification – Pb - I/I-II, Cd - I/I-II/II and Zn - I/I-II. The obtained results were compared with the results obtained by the other authors in earlier years, which led to the estimated changes in the concentration of the tested metals.
Legal aspects of the resolutions determining the acceptable types and quality of fuels under Polish legislation
Authors: Makuch Kinga 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
The article focuses on the selected aspects of introducing a resolution by a self-government of a province, which allows to determine the acceptable types and quality of fuels. The impact of polluted air on human health is significant. The actions carried out by the local authorities should be aimed on seeking effective air protection remedies; nonetheless, the scale of these activities seems to be still insignificant. One of the legal mechanisms is introducing resolutions determining the acceptable types and quality of fuels by a self-government of a province in order to protect the health of Polish residents and reduce the negative impact of air pollution on the environment. The question, however, is whether such resolutions could be audited with respect to the execution of such a resolution and whether they effectively lead to air quality improvement.
UNAPREĐENJE PROCESA SKLADIŠTENJA U KOMPANIJI „SUNOKO“
Authors: Ačanski Vesna 
Published: May 2021

Na samom početku rada dat je teorijski prilaz na temu logistike a nakon toga prikazan je značaj procesa skladištenja kao logističke funkcije. Svrha ovog rada jeste rešavanje problema nedovoljnog kapaciteta skladišta na način koji obezbeđuje najmanje utrošenog vremena i novčanih sredstava, uz korišćenje raznih meto­da koje dokazuju opravdanost predloženog rešenja.
POVEZANOST SISTEMA ZA UPRAVLJANJE U INDUSTRIJSKIM OKRUŽENJIMA
Authors: Stojačić Stefan 
Published: May 2021

U okviru ovog rada razmatra se uticaj povezanosti sistema za upravljanje (SCADA, PLC i DCS) na celokupne performanse upravljanog sistema. Data su osnove karakteristike SCADA, PLC i DCS i njihov međusobni uticaj na upravljanje.
Awake spine surgery: An eye-opening movement
Authors: Fiani Brian , Reardon Taylor , Selvage Jacob , Dahan Alden , El-Farra Mohamed H. , Endres Philine , Taka Taha , Suliman Yasmine , Rose Alexander 
Published: May 2021

Background:
Awake surgery is performed in multiple surgical specialties, but historically, awake surgery in the field of neurosurgery was limited to craniotomies. Over the past two decades, spinal surgeons have pushed for techniques that only require regional anesthesia as they may provide reduced financial burdens on patients, faster recovery times, and better outcomes. The list of awake spine surgeries that have been found in the literature include: laminectomies/discectomies, anterior cervical discectomy and fusions (ACDFs), lumbar fusions, and dorsal column (DC) stimulator placement.

Methods:
An extensive review of the published literature was conducted through PubMed database with articles containing the search term “awake spine surgery.” No date restrictions were used.

Results:
The search yielded 293 related articles. Cross-checking of articles was conducted to exclude of duplicate articles. The articles were screened for their full text and English language availability. We finalized those articles pertaining to the topic. Findings have shown that lumbar laminectomies performed with local anesthesia have shown shorter operating time, less postoperative nausea, lower incidence of urinary retention and spinal headache, and shorter hospital stays when compared to those performed under general anesthesia. Lumbar fusions with local anesthesia showed similar outcomes as patients reported better postoperative function and fewer side effects of general anesthesia. DC stimulator placement performed with local anesthesia is advantageous as it allows real time patient feedback for surgeons as they directly test affected nerves. However, spontaneous movement during the placement of DC stimulators is associated with higher failure rates when compared to general anesthesia (29.7% vs. 14.9%). Studies have shown that the use of local anesthesia during ACDFs has no significant differences when compared to general anesthesia, and patient’s report better tolerated pain with general anesthesia.

Conclusion:
The use of awake spine surgery is beneficial for those who cannot undergo general anesthesia. However, it is limited to patients who can tolerate prone positioning with no central airway (i.e., normal BMI with a healthy airway), have no pre-existing mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety), and require a minimally invasive procedure with a short operating time. Future studies should focus on long-term efficacies of these procedures that provide further insight on the indications and limitations of awake spine surgery.
Chronic subdural hematoma in patients over 65 years old: Results of using a postoperative cognitive evaluation to determine whether to permit return to driving
Authors: Katsuki Masahito , Yasuda Iori , Narita Norio , Ozaki Dan , Sato Yoshimichi , Kato Yuya , Jia Wenting , Nishizawa Taketo , Kochi Ryuzaburo , Sato Kanako , Kawamura Kokoro , Ishida Naoya , Watanabe Ohmi , Cai Siqi , Shimabukuro Shinya , Yokota Kenichi 
Published: May 2021

Background:
Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is usually associated with good recovery with burr hole irrigation and postoperative drainage under local anesthesia. In Japan, traffic accidents by the elderly drivers over 65 years old are severely increasing, and there is no consensus on whether or not to return to driving after CSDH treatment. We perform a postoperative cognitive assessment. We retrospectively investigated the return-to-driving rate and associated factors.

Methods:
Of the 45 patients over 65 y.o. and who had usually driven, 30 patients wished to drive again. We performed tests composed of Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), line cancellation and line bisection task, Kohs block design test, trail making test (TMT)-A and B, Kana-hiroi test, Rey-Osterrieth complex figure test, and behavioral assessment of the dysexecutive syndrome, in order. When all tests’ scores were better than the cutoff values, we let patients drive again. When some of the scores were worse than the cutoff values, we reevaluated the patients at the outpatient every month. If the patients’ scores could not improve at the outpatient, we recommended them to stop driving.

Results:
Nineteen of 30 patients could return to driving. Worse MMSE, Kohs block design test, TMT-A, TMT-B scores, higher age, dementia, or consciousness disturbance as chief complaints were associated with driving disability.

Conclusion:
CSDH is known as treatable dementia. However, we should perform an objective cognitive assessment before discharge because only 63% of the patients over 65 y.o. who wished to drive could return to driving.
Advancement, Simplification and Piloting of Electrical Proso Millet De-Husker (Chino Kutak)
Authors: Bhandari Ganga Ram , Gauchan Devendra , Bhandari Bharat , Joshi Bal Krishna , Panta Saroj 
Published: May 2021

Proso millet is a minor cereal crop commonly cultivated in rain fed marginal uplands particularly in the mid and far western mountain region of Nepal. It is potential crop for ensuring food and nutrition security and conservation of local crop biodiversity in high mountain region. Traditionally Proso millet (locally as chino) is processed manually on Mortar and Pestle (Okhal) by using muscular power. However, de-husking (pearling) of Proso millet is very tedious job. The traditional method of processing takes 1 hour to dehusk 2 kg – 3 kg of Proso millet for two women and cause lots of physical exertion to them. Therefore, GEF UNEP Local Crop Project in collaboration with Agricultural Engineering Divisionof NARC initiated program in 2017to design, fabricate and test electric Proso Millet de-husking machine (called chino kutak) that is safe and economical in operation for the use of the local farmers of remote Himalayan region. The model-1 designed, fabricated and piloted at Humla (Chhipra, Kharpunath Rural Municipality) in 2018 was improvised version of Finger millet processing machine. The Model-2 was based on the Centrifugal type working on impact principle was developed in January 2020. The Model-2 was very much successful in all variety of Proso millet and higher capacity up to 52.5 kg/hr.it is equally applicable to other millets.
Structure, Properties and Potentials of WC-CO, Cr3C2-NiCr and TiC-Ni-Based Hardmetal-like Coatings
Authors: Berger L.-M. , Hermel W. , Vuoristo P. , Mäntylä T. , Lengauer W. , Ettmayer P. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
The surfaces of machine components can be effectively protected against wear by highly resistant hardmetal-like coatings, such as WC-Co and Cr3C2-NiCr, deposited by different thermal spray processes. These composite materials are characterized by the presence of hard carbide particles embedded in a ductile metal binder matrix which have also found many applications as sintered parts (cutting tools, wear resistant parts, mining drills and others) obtained by a powder metallurgy route. Conclusions on the potentials of the different systems for coating applications can be made on the base of experiences and fundamental research from sintered hardmetals. In this paper a comparison of the properties of sintered parts and thermally sprayed coatings of the WC-Co, Cr3C2-NiCr and (Ti,Mo)C-NiCo systems is given. The structure and properties of the coatings depend strongly on the technology of spray powder preparation, the combination of spray process temperature and particle velocity, and other spray process parameters. It is shown that the TiC-Ni based system can be significantly improved by alloying. This makes the system suitable for coating applications where simultaneous high wear and corrosion resistance in combination with high temperature stability are required. This system can partially substitute the commercially introduced systems but has also the potential to explore new applications.
Electrochemical Aging of Thermal Sprayed Zinc Anodes on Concrete
Authors: Holcomb G.R. , Bullard S.J. , Covino B.S. , Cramer S.D. , Cryer C.B. , McGill G.E. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
Thermal-sprayed zinc anodes are used in impressed current cathodic protection systems for some of Oregon's coastal reinforced concrete bridges. Electrochemical aging of zinc anodes results in physical and chemical changes at the zinc-concrete interface. Concrete surfaces heated prior to thermal-spraying had initial adhesion strengths 80% higher than unheated surfaces. For electrochemical aging greater than 200 kC/m2 (5.2 A-h/ft2), there was no difference in adhesion strengths for zinc on preheated and unheated concrete. Adhesion strengths decreased monotonically after about 400 to 600 kC/m2 (10.4 to 15.6 A-h/ft2) as a result of the reaction zones at the zinc-concrete interface. A zone adjacent to the metallic zinc (and originally part of the zinc coating) was primarily zincite (ZnO), with minor constituents of wulfingite (Zn(OH)2), simonkolleite (Zn5(OH)8Cl2H20), and hydrated zinc hydroxide sulfates (Zn4S04(OH)5xH20). This zone is the locus for cohesive fracture when the zinc coating separates from the concrete during adhesion tests. Zinc ions substitute for calcium in the cement paste adjacent to the coating as the result of secondary mineralization. The initial estimate of the coating service life based on adhesion strength measurements in accelerated impressed current cathodic protection tests is about 27 years.
Stainless Steel Coatings for Corrosion Protection of Steel Rebars
Authors: Arsenault B. , Gu P. , Legoux J.G. , Harvey B. , Fournier J. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
Steel reinforcement corrosion is one of the most serious causes of the premature deterioration of North American bridges and parking garages. Carbon steel rebars are very vulnerable to corrosion in salt contaminated concrete from deicing or coastal environment since the chloride ions induce severe corrosion as they reach the reinforcing steel rebars and depassivate the carbon steel. This paper evaluates the potential of using stainless steel coatings as a means to protect steel rebars from corrosion, especially in a salt contaminated concrete environment. The 316 L stainless steel coated coupons and rebars were prepared using Arc-sprayed and HP/HVOF processes. The corrosion performance of coatings were evaluated using linear polarization, a.c. impedance and salt spray techniques. Metallographic examination was also performed to characterize the coating microstructure.
The Mechanical Properties of Combustion-Sprayed Polymers and Blends
Authors: Brogan J.A. , Berndt C.C. , Claudon A. , Coddet C. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
The mechanical properties of EMAA copolymer are dependent upon the thermal spray processing parameters. The parameters determine coating temperatures which, in turn, affects the microstructure. If the deposition temperature is too low, (104 °C for PFl 13 and 160 °C for PFl 11) coatings have low strengths and low energy to break values. Increased coating temperatures allow the particles to fully coalesce resulting in maximized strength and elongation to break. However, at 271 °C, PFl 11 had visible porosity which decreased both strength and elastic modulus. Pigment acts as reinforcement in the sense that the modulus increased but the elongation to break decreased, thus reducing the energy to break. Water quenching reduces the elastic modulus and yield strength, but increases the elongation to break for both EMAA formulations. The mechanical properties of post consumer commingled plastic and PCCP / EMMA blends improved if the recycled plastic was pre-processed by melt-compounding. Melt compounding increased the strength and toughness by improving the compatibility among the various polymer constituents. The addition of PCCP increases the modulus and yield strength of ethylene methaciylic acid copolymer.
An Investigation of Particle Trajectories and Melting in an Air Plasma Sprayed Zirconia
Authors: Neiser R.A. , Roemer T.J. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
The partially stabilized zirconia powders used to plasma spray thermal barrier coatings typically exhibit broad particle-size distributions. There are conflicting reports in the literature about the extent of injection-induced particle-sizing effects in air plasma-sprayed materials. If significant spatial separation of finer and coarser particles in the jet occurs, then one would expect it to play an important role in determining the microstructure and properties of deposits made from powders containing a wide range of particle sizes. This paper presents the results of a study in which a commercially available zirconia powder was fractionated into fine, medium, and coarse cuts and sprayed at the same torch conditions used for the ensemble powder. Diagnostic measurements of particle surface temperature, velocity, and number-density distributions in the plume for each size-cut and for the ensemble powder are reported. Deposits produced by traversing the torch back and forth to produce a raised bead were examined metallographically to study their shape and location with respect to the torch centerline and to look at their internal microstructure. The results show that, for the torch conditions used in this study, the fine, medium, and coarse size-cuts all followed the same mean trajectory. No measurable particle segregation effects were observed. Considerable differences in coating microstructure were observed. These differences can be explained by the different particle properties measured in the plume.
RF-Plasma Technology for Near Net-Shape Deposition
Authors: Fendler E. , Müller M. , Henne R. , Gitzhofer F. , Boulas M.L. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
A chromium alloy as used for the metallic bipolar plate of a solid oxide fuel cell was processed by RF-plasma spraying to dense free-standing parts. The plasma spray parameters were successfully adapted for two different types of powder. The layer properties, particularly the porosity and the splat shape were investigated in dependence on the spray angles. All the coatings produced with off-normal spray angles show higher porosity increasing from spray angles of 60° to 30°. The splat orientation changes from parallel to the inclined surfaces to almost perpendicular to the plasma jet axis with shallower angles.
Characteristics of Phosphoric Acid Sealed Ceramic Oxide Coatings
Authors: Kumpulainen E. , Vippola M. , Vuoristo P. , Sorsa P. , Mäntylä T. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
Plasma sprayed ceramic coatings usually have relatively high open porosity in order to provide a good corrosion protection. By using sealants the porosity values can be reduced. In this study atmospheric plasma sprayed (APS) aluminium oxide, chromium oxide and zirconium oxide coatings were sealed by a phosphoric acid treatment. After impregnation the coatings were heat treated at a curing temperature of 400°C. Phosphoric acid was found to react with the coating material during the heat treatment. Wear resistance was evaluated by rubber wheel abrasion tests and corrosion resistance by electrochemical potentio-dynamic polarization tests. Hardness values were also measured. Corrosion resistance and hardness values of sealed coatings were remarkable better in comparison to the unsealed coatings. Rubber wheel abrasion resistances of the sealed coatings were equal to those of Al2O3, ZTA, SiC and Si3N4 sintered ceramics.
Correlation between Particle Temperature and Velocity and the Structure of Plasma Sprayed Zirconia Coatings
Authors: Prystay M. , Gougeon P. , Moreau C. 
Published: May 2021

Abstract
The correlation between particle temperature and velocity and the structure of plasma sprayed zirconia coatings is studied to determine which parameter most strongly influences the coating structure. The particle temperature and velocity are measured using an integrated optical monitoring system positioned normal to the spraying axis. The total porosity, angular crack distribution, crack size distribution and thermal diffusivity are correlated with the particle temperature and velocity. Results show that the temperature of the sprayed particles has a larger effect on the coating properties than the velocity in the conditions investigated.