bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
In-Line Filtration Reduces Postoperative Venous Peripheral Phlebitis Associated With Cannulation: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Villa Gianluca , Chelazzi Cosimo , Giua Rosa , Tofani Lorenzo , Zagli Giovanni , Boninsegni Paolo , Pinelli Fulvio , De Gaudio A. Raffaele , Romagnoli Stefano 
Published: April 2018

BACKGROUND:
Peripheral venous cannulation is an everyday practice of care for patients undergoing anesthesia and surgery. Particles infused with intravenous fluids (eg, plastic/glass/drugs particulate) contribute to the pathogenesis of peripheral phlebitis. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the efficacy of in-line filtration in reducing the incidence of postoperative phlebitis associated with peripheral short-term vascular access.

METHODS:
In this controlled trial, 268 surgical patients were randomly assigned to in-line filtration and standard care (NCT03193827). The incidence of phlebitis (defined as visual infusion phlebitis [VIP] score, ≥2) within 48 hours was compared between the 2 groups, as well as the onset and severity of phlebitis and the reasons for removal of the cannula. The lifespan of venous cannulae was compared for the in-line filter and no-filter groups through a Kaplan-Meier curve.

RESULTS:
The incidence of phlebitis within 48 hours postoperatively was 2.2% and 26.9% (difference, 25% [95% confidence interval {CI}, 12%–36%]; odds ratio, 0.05 [0.01–0.15]), respectively, for the in-line filter and no-filter groups (P < .001). From 24 to 96 hours postoperatively, patients in the no-filter group had higher VIP scores than those in in-line filter group (P < .001). Venous cannulae in the in-line filter group exhibited prolonged lifespan compared to those in the no-filter group (P = .01). In particular, 64 (47.8%) of cannulae in the in-line filter group and 56 (41.8%) of those in the no-filter group were still in place at 96 hours postoperatively. At the same time point, patients with a VIP score <3 were 100% in the in-line filter group and only 50% for the no-filter group. In-line filtration was a protective factor for postoperative phlebitis (hazard ratio, 0.05 [95% CI, 0.014–0.15]; P < .0001) and cannula removal (hazard ratio, 0.7 [95% CI, 0.52–0.96]; P = .02).

CONCLUSIONS:
In-line filtration has a protective effect for postoperative phlebitis and prolongs cannula lifespan during peripheral venous cannulation in surgical patients.
The independent patient factors that affect length of stay following hip fractures
Authors: Richards T , Glendenning A , Benson D , Alexander S , Thati S 
Published: April 2018

Introduction Management of hip fractures has evolved over recent years to drive better outcomes including length of hospital stay. We aimed to identify and quantify the effect that patient factors influence acute hospital and total health service length of stay. Methods A retrospective observational study based on National Hip Fracture Database data was conducted from 1 January 2014 to 31 December 2015. A multiple regression analysis of 330 patients was carried out to determine independent factors that affect acute hospital and total hospital length of stay. Results American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) grade 3 or above, Abbreviated Mental Test Score (AMTS) less than 8 and poor mobility status were independent factors, significantly increasing length of hospital stay in our population. Acute hospital length of stay can be predicted as 8.9 days longer when AMTS less than 8, 4.2 days longer when ASA grade was 3 or above and 20.4 days longer when unable to mobilise unaided (compared with independently mobile individuals). Other factors including total hip replacement compared with hemiarthroplasty did not independently affect length of stay. Conclusions Our analysis in a representative and generalisable population illustrates the importance of identifying these three patient characteristics in hip fracture patients. When recognised and targeted with orthogeriatric support, the length of hospital stay for these patients can be reduced and overall hip fracture care improved. Screening on admission for ASA grade, AMTS and mobility status allows prediction of length of stay and tailoring of care to match needs.
Outcome of indeterminate liver lesions on computed tomography in patients with colorectal cancer
Authors: Mohamed E , Adiamah A , Dunn WK , Higashi Y , Cameron IC , Gomez D 
Published: April 2018

Introduction The aim of this study was to determinate the outcome of indeterminate liver lesions on computed tomography (CT) in patients with a background history of colorectal cancer (CRC) and to identify clinicopathological variables associated with malignancy in these lesions. A secondary aim was to devise a management algorithm for such patients. Methods Patients referred to our institution with indeterminate liver lesions on CT with a background history of CRC between January 2012 and December 2014 were included in the study. Clinicopathological factors, surveillance period and histological findings were analysed. Results Fifty-six patients with indeterminate liver lesions were identified. Fifty-three (94.6%) of these required further imaging (magnetic resonance imaging [MRI; n=50] and positron emission tomography combined with CT [n=3]). For the patients who had MRI, the underlying diagnosis was benign in 19 and colorectal liver metastasis (CRLM) in 8 while 23 patients and an indeterminate lesion. In cases that remained indeterminate following MRI, liver resection was performed in 2 patients for a high suspicion of CRLM while the 21 remaining patients underwent interval surveillance (median: 9 months, range: 3–52 months). Of these 21 patients, 14 had benign lesions while CRLM was noted in 6 patients and an incidental hepatocellular carcinoma in a single patient. Age ≥65 years was the only statistically significant clinicopathological factor in predicting an underlying malignancy in patients with indeterminate liver lesions on CT. Conclusions Over a third of the patients diagnosed with indeterminate liver lesions on CT subsequently showed evidence of CRLM. These indeterminate lesions are more likely to be malignant in patients aged ≥65 years.
Akademide Kadın: Farklı Disiplinlerden Kadınların Akademideki Yeri ve Aile Yaşamlarıyla Etkileşimi
Authors: DEMİR Songül 
Published: April 2018

Günümüz Türkiye’sinde akademik hayat, cinsiyet farkı gözetmeksizin tüm öğretim üyelerini etkileyenbirçok sorunu beraberinde getirmektedir. Ancak, kişiye özel, cinsiyete ve toplumsal cinsiyete ait kimisorunlar doğrudan kadınların çalışmalarını aksatmakta ve onların daha yetkin birer akademisyenolmalarına ve profesyonel kariyerlerinde yükselmelerine engel teşkil edebilmektedir. Kadınlarınakademik hayatta daha verimli çalışabilmeleri ve bahsi geçen sorunlarla karşılaşmadan yükselebilmeleriiçin bu engellerin ortadan kaldırılmaları gerekmektedir. Bu nedenle çözüm önerileri bulabilmek için birörneklendirme olarak Yıldız Teknik Üniversitesi Fen-Edebiyat Fakültesi, Elektrik Elektronik Fakültesive Makine Fakültesi’ndeki akademisyen kadınlarla elimizdeki bu çalışma yapılmıştır. Bu çalışmadafarklı fakültelerden, sınırlı sayıda akademisyen kadınla yüz-yüze görüşülerek örnekleme metodunadayalı veri analizi esas alınmıştır. Yapılan yüz-yüze görüşmelerde akademisyenlere sorulan sorularüç ana başlık altında toplanmıştır. Buna göre birinci bölümde; akademisyen kadınların iş hayatınayönelik sorular, ikinci bölümde aile hayatına ilişkin sorular bulunurken; üçüncü bölümde dahaçok akademisyen kadınların ilgi ve alakaları, hobileri, kısaca boş vakitlerini nasıl değerlendirdiklerisorulmuştur. Bu soruların hazırlanmasındaki amaç; farklı disiplinlerde görev yapan akademisyenkadınların iş ve aile yaşamlarına ilişkin sorunlarını tespit ederek, bu sorunların giderilmesine yönelikönerileri sistematik bir şekilde dile getirmektir. Elde edilen bulgular, toplumsal cinsiyet rollere dayalıetkiler barındırmakta ve eğitim düzeyinden bağımsız cinsiyete dayalı ön kabullerin varlığına işaretetmektedir. Bu doğrultuda hem söz konusu etkilerin hem de cinsiyete dayalı ön kabullerin göz önündebulundurulmasıyla kalıcı çözümler üretmek mümkün olacaktır.Bu makale için 29-03-2022 tarihinde bir düzeltme yayınlandı. https://dergipark.org.tr/tr/pub/marmarasbd/issue/69177/1095661
Roughness of Metal Surface After Finishing Using Ceramic Brush Tools
Authors: Salacinski T. , Chmielewski T. , Winiarski M. , Cacko R. , Świercz R. 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
The paper describes processes of metal parts edges deburring and surface of metal samples polishing with ceramic tools based on fibre aluminium oxide. It presents the construction of basic types of tools and their practical industrial applications, and evaluates the influence of machining parameters on surface roughness. An important advantage of the used tools is the possibility of deburring and machining of external flat and shaped surfaces as well as internal surfaces and even deep drilled holes. These tools can be practically used for machining all construction materials. The results of machining of selected engineering materials, such as aluminium 5052 and 2017A, Inconel 718, non-alloy steel, in various variants of machining parameters are presented. The influence of machining parameters on machined surface roughness was described.
Créer un espace bilingue et interdisciplinaire : ein Sprachlernprojekt zwischen Sprachen, Disziplinen, Perspektiven
Authors: Racine Romain , Keller-Gerber Alessandra , Burkhalter Katrin 
Published: April 2018

Résumé
Les soirées cinéma-débat (« Le Droit dans le cinéma/Recht im Film ») organisées par la faculté de droit de l’Université bilingue de Fribourg (CH) sur des thématiques transversales – la liberté en 2016, la révolution en 2017 – ont amené l’équipe d’enseignants du programme « bilingue plus » à compléter leur dispositif de formation en langue de spécialité afin de mieux répondre aux finalités fixées par le rectorat de l’université, à savoir le renforcement du bilinguisme français-allemand et de l’interdisciplinarité. La rédaction d’un Dossier regroupant des écrits de nature variée – conçus dans une posture analytique, critique mais aussi réflexive, à partir de supports aussi variés que la caricature, le film, le roman ou la table-ronde – s’est progressivement imposée comme la macro-tâche articulant tous les savoir-faire nourrissant le programme. Cette réorientation du programme est sous-tendue par des changements importants aussi bien sur le plan méthodologique que sur celui des stratégies d’apprentissage : l’enseignant est tenu d’évoluer entre les différentes perspectives en langue de spécialité et l’étudiant est amené à progresser entre les langues et les disciplines de façon non linéaire, sur le mode de la digression. L’article propose un état des lieux de cette expérience d’enseignement-laboratoire interdisciplinaire, donnée autant que possible en mode tandem.
Translanguaging in higher education: Using several languages for the analysis of academic content in the teaching and learning process
Authors: Caruso Elisa 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
This article reports on research that questions the existence and use of translingual practices in higher education. On the one hand, the increase of mobility in Tertiary Education leads to the presence of various individual repertoires in the classroom and, on the other hand, the use of scientific texts, usually published in English, is more and more common. These two factors impose a language choice on professors. In some cases, they may choose to use a single lingua franca, most often English, or in other cases, they may choose to undermine the English language’s hegemonic role by using what García refers to as translanguaging. This study sets out to analyse a case study in a Language and communication policies course at the University of Algarve, in Portugal. The course attendees were half local students and half Erasmus students. The professor of this course let students use their various linguistic repertoires, by using several languages during the lessons, in order to achieve a collective comprehension of the content, which in most cases was in English. In this manner, they reached what (García, Ofelia & Li Wei. 2014. Translanguaging: Language, Bilingualism and Education. Houndmills. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan) define as the “co-construction of knowledge” in a “co-learning classroom environment”. Furthermore, the professor asked the students to take a structured multilingual final exam, in three languages, in order to stimulate and develop their multilingual competence.
Evidence-based Quality Improvement in University Language Didactics
Authors: Unger-Ullmann Daniela 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
This report describes the opportunities, challenges and limits of evidence-based quality improvement in university language teaching. Using treffpunkt sprachen – Centre for Language, Plurilingualism and Didactics at the University of Graz as an example, it provides a brief explanation of the centre and then presents the prioritization of content in teaching and research. In the process, it is necessary to investigate the supply and demand for courses and to use statistics as evidence. In addition, research strategies to promote young researchers are presented whose realization documents the development of the language centre into a centre of research on university didactics. Next, an analysis is made of effective quality assurance measures that are able to be determined in the purposeful application of research findings. Finally, opportunities and potentials in teaching and research are scrutinized and their positive implications for the centre are explained.
Intercultural Learning – an undergraduate module supporting the development of students’ cultural awareness in international settings
Authors: Colaiacomo Silvia , Puntil Donata 
Published: April 2018

AbstractThis report illustrates the context and development of the Intercultural Learning module, provided by the Modern Language Centre (MLC), King’s College London. The Intercultural Learning Module is a one semester undergraduate course mostly attended by visiting study abroad students. The module aims to enhance students’ intercultural awareness and skills through an interdisciplinary approach comprising Cultural Studies, Applied Linguistics, Anthropology, Psychology and Research Methods. Throughout the course students carry out an ethnographic project on a cultural topic of their choice, for which they are assessed. The principles and tools of ethnography are deeply embedded in the module content as a process of cultural observation and discovery. Over the past three years, students’ feedback has been very positive and participant numbers have increased consistently. Four parallel classes (2 per semester) run per academic year. Resulting from the increasing popularity of the course and from the internationalisation strategy of the College, the MLC is currently offering a number ofad hoctraining sessions on intercultural awareness and communication to different departments and members of the public. Training sessions differ from the module in depth and scope, but they are underpinned by the same reflection on intercultural theory and practical examples tailored to the audience.
Online Measurement Method of Water Quality in the Sulejow Reservoir
Authors: Ziemińska-Stolarska Aleksandra , Adamiec Janusz , Imbierowicz Mirosław , Imbierowicz Ewa , Jaskulski Marcin , Szmidt Aleksander , Zbiciński Ireneusz 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
The paper presents methodology of accurate mobile measurements of water quality parameters such as temperature, dissolved oxygen, chlorophyll “a” concentration, ammonium ion concentration, conductivity, pH and blue-green algae content in water. The measurements (probe EXO 2, YSI, USA) were made on various depths of probe immersion (1.5, 2.5 and 3.5 m) and at different towing speeds of the probe (approx. 5.4 and 9.0 km/h). Static measurements carried out on the same route provided reference values for the measurements in motion to compare the repeatability of static and mobile methods. The tests were also evaluated by observation of probe behavior in motion, e.g. water disturbance intensity, access of light (sun rays) to the sensors. Statistical tests confirmed that the mean values of water quality parameters from mobile measurements with the speed of 5.4 km/h at the depth 1.5 m does not differ from the stationary measurements. Results of statistical analysis prove that water quality parameters can be measured accurately keeping established speed of towing the probe at the fixed depth. Methodology of mobile measurements elaborated in the frame of this work allows to collect vast number of data which can be used to obtain GIS point maps of water quality parameters in large water bodies.
Effect of Nanoaquacitrates on Physiological Parameters of Fodder Galega Infected with Phytoplasma
Authors: Huliaieva Hanna , Tokovenko Iryna , Maksin Victor , Kaplunenko Volodymyr , Kalinichenko Antonina 
Published: April 2018

AbstractThe laboratory experiments have been found that soaking seedsGalega orientalisL. (Fodder galega) in nanoaquacitrates solutions of Mn (10 and 20 mg/dm3), Mo (4 mg/dm3) and Mg (2 and 4 mg/dm3), has been lead to germination energy rise, while Mn (10 and 20 mg/dm3) and Mo (4 mg/dm3) concentrations has been influenced germinating ability. At the same time, the soaking seeds in solution of nanoaquacitrates Mn (20 mg/dm3) had the biggest stimulatory effect on the accumulation 7 daily sprouts mass (on 18%). It has been shown that soaking seeds in nanoparticles Mn and Mo solutions leads to the increase of catalase activities (especially under the influence of manganese) and peroxidase activities (under molybdenum influence). Applying the method of chlorophyllafluorescence in the field and greenhouse experiments withGalega orientalisL. plants, artificial infected with phytoplasmaAcholeplasma laidlawiivar.granulumst. 118 the following changes in the photosynthetic apparatus has been indicated: reduction in the length of the light-antenna, blocking transport of electrons in plastoquinone pool PSII with reducing the pool of electron acceptors. It has also been indicated that photochemical activity resistance of the photosynthetic apparatus decreases while its stability increases, as result of described above effects the concentration of chlorophyllaandbin plants leaves decreases. The above-mentioned negative effects have been deactivated through foliar treatment of infectedGalega orientalisL. plants with nanoaquacitrates solution Mo (4 mg/dm3) that allow increasing of photochemical resistance of photosynthetic apparatus as well as chlorophyll content in leaves. The foliar treatment with Mn (20 mg/dm3) solution of the infected plants, in compared with infected plants without treatment, resulted in more significant increase ofKivalue (which correlate to the ribulose-1,5-bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase activity), which is explaining anti-mycoplasma effect of this solution.
Low-velocity impact response of wood-strand sandwich panels and their components
Authors: Mohammadabadi Mostafa , Yadama Vikram , Yao LiHong , Bhattacharyya Debes 
Published: April 2018

AbstractProfiled hollow core sandwich panels (SPs) and their components (outer layers and core) were manufactured with ponderosa and lodgepole pine wood strands to determine the effects of low-velocity impact forces and to observe their energy absorption (EA) capacities and failure modes. An instrumented drop weight impact system was applied and the tests were performed by releasing the impact head from 500 mm for all the specimens while the impactors (IMPs) were equipped with hemispherical and flat head cylindrical heads. SPs with cavities filled with a rigid foam insulation material (SPfoam) were also tested to understand the change in EA behavior and failure mode. Failure modes induced by both IMPs to SPs were found to be splitting, perforating, penetrating, core crushing and debonding between the core and the outer layers. SPfoams absorbed 26% more energy than unfilled SPs. SPfoams with urethane foam suffer less severe failure modes than SPs. SPs in a ridge-loading configuration absorbed more impact energy than those in a valley-loading configuration, especially when impacted by a hemispherical IMP. Based on the results, it is evident that sandwich structure is more efficient than a solid panel concerning impact energy absorption, primarily due to a larger elastic section modulus of the core’s corrugated geometry.
Correlation of platelet to lymphocyte and neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio with hormonal and metabolic parameters in women with PCOS
Authors: Pergialiotis Vasilios , Trakakis Eftihios , Parthenis Christos , Hatziagelaki Erifili , Chrelias Charalampos , Thomakos Nikolaos , Papantoniou Nikolaos 
Published: April 2018

Abstract

Background
The purpose of our study is to evaluate the association of platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) with hormonal and metabolic parameters in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in order to assess whether these ratios may become useful tools during the evaluation of the severity of low grade inflammation.

Methods
The present study is based in secondary outcomes from a prospectively collected patient database. A total of 266 women with PCOS participated in this study and blood a complete blood count examination (CBC) that was used for the calculation of PLR and NLR was available in 182 patients.

Results
Association statistics revealed that PLR had a significant correlation to 17-OH progesterone (r = −0.177, p = 0.024) and Matsuda index values (r = 0.234, p = 0.009), whereas NLR was correlated with follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) (r = −0.204, p = 0.007), free testosterone (r = 320, p < 0.001), Δ4-androstendione (r = 0.234, p = 0.003), sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) (r = −0.350, p < 0.002) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) (r = −0.171, p = 0.039).

Conclusion
According to the findings of our study, both PLR and NLR seem to be correlated with some hormonal and metabolic indices. This association is clearer in the case of NLR and serum androgens as it seems to be positively affected by their levels. PLR and NLR were not affected by the presence of obesity.
Reflections on Nursing Educational Advancement Within Diverse and Evolving National Cultural Contexts
Authors: Vila Vanessa , Zhuang Jiayuan , Tan Elsie , Thorne Sally 
Published: April 2018

AbstractAs the development of nursing education becomes increasingly internationalized, it is tempting to focus on universal aspects of the discipline rather than explicitly emphasizing the distinct national cultures and contexts within which our profession and its educational styles and approaches have evolved. Capitalizing on an opportunity for comparative critical reflection on the relevant political, economic and social histories that have underpinned the development of nursing education in China, Brazil and Canada – three countries united by shared values about equity and access to health services – we sought to deconstruct the manner in which these forces have shaped the national differences in the way we conceptualize and deliver nursing education. On this basis, we examined the implications for the advancement of nursing education within each national context, recognizing the fundamental relevance of indepth critical reflection for optimizing nursing’s advocacy capacity within each of our national health care and policy systems.