bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Clinical Features and Surgical Outcomes of Pediatric Ocular Trauma in Southwest of China
Authors: He Yan , Nian Songwen , Wu Nan , Wang Yi , Yu Tao , Liu Yong 
Published: December 2018

Abstract
Background: Ocular trauma is one of the major threats of monocular blindness in children. The purpose of the study was to investigate the epidemiology, clinical characteristics and surgical outcomes of pediatric ocular trauma in southwest of China.
Methods: The medical records of all patients with ocular trauma under 12 years old receiving three-port pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) in Southwest Eye Hospital from January 2007 to December 2017 were retrospectively analyzed in this study. Data records included age, gender, cause, type and time of injury, initial and final visual acuity (VA), type and times of operation.
Results: This study included 122 eyes of 122 pediatric patients over a 11-year period. The mean age was 6.6 ± 3.2 years with a male-to-female ratio of 4.3:1. There were 100 (82%) open globe injuries (OGI) and 22 (18%) closed globe injuries. Of the open globe injuries, penetrating injury caused by sharp metal objects accounted for the highest percentage (70%). PPV could significantly improve VA in children with ocular trauma (P ˂ 0.01). In addition, the successful rate of PPV was not related with the age (P = 0.23) but significantly associated with intraocular tamponade (P < 0.05).
Conclusions: The most common predisposing factor of pediatric ocular trauma in southwest of China was sharp metal objects resulting in penetrating injury. In our study, gas tamponade for vitrectomy had the highest successful rate, followed by balanced salt solution (BSS) and silicone oil. Unlike the age and injury classification, the preoperative VA was a solid prognostic indicator of postoperative vision.
Comparative analysis of optical aberrations, anatomical and optical parameters of the cornea in glaucoma surgery
Authors: Neroev V. V. , Aliev A. A-G. , Nurudinov M. M. 
Published: December 2018

Purpose. A combined comparative study of the impact of antiglaucomatous surgeries on the anatomical and optical parameters of the cornea.Materials and methods. The study involved 38 patients (38 eyes) aged 43 to 75 with primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), which were divided into 2 groups. Patients of group I (15 eyes) underwent classical deep sclerectomy (DSE), while those of group II (23 eyes), had non-penetrating deep sclerectomy (NDSE). All patients underwent a comprehensive examination before and after surgery, including precision visometry, corneal topography, OCT pachymetry.Results. Group I revealed a significant change in the parameters on the 3rd day after the surgery; in particular, the average value of corneal astigmatism increased from -0.93 D to -3.62 D, the curvature radius of the cornea in the vertical meridian increased from 7.56 ± 0.07 mm to 8.34 ± 0.04 mm, the thickness of the central cornea changed from 514.5 ± 0.04 μm to 520.6 ± 0.06 μm. In group II, the corneal astigmatism increased from -0.86 D to -2.75 D, and the curvature radius of the cornea in the vertical meridian changed from 7.72 ± 0.05 mm to 8.12 ± 0.03 mm, the central thickness of the cornea increased from 515.4 ± 0.04 to 516.8 ± 0.12 μm.Conclusion. The degree of surgically induced changes of anatomic and optical parameters of the cornea in POAG patients depended on the amount of intervention: NDSE has a lesser effect on these parameters than classical DSE.
A symmetric hypocorrection of myopia by FemtoLASIK in patients with presbyopia
Authors: Khodzhabekyan N. V. , Khandzhyan A. T. , Tarutta E. P. 
Published: December 2018

Purpose: to evaluate the results of symmetric binocular hypocorrection of myopia with FemtoLasik surgery in patients with presbyopia of various age groups.Material and methods. 33 patients (66 eyes) with myopic refraction, aged 36 to 50, were operated by FemtoLasik. The intended Femto Flap thickness was 100 μm. The patients were divided into three groups depending on age; group 1 included 16 patients (32 eyes) aged 39–44, group 2 had 12 patients (24 eyes) aged 45–50, and group 3 (controls) was composed of 5 patients (10 eyes) of pre-presbyopic age (36–38 years).Results. The symmetric binocular hypocorrection proved efficient in 35 % of cases in the group 1 and 50 % of cases in group 2. In the control group the intended and obtained values coincided in all 100 % of cases.Conclusion. A possible cause of the discrepancy between the intended and the obtained hypocorrection effect may be a reduced corneal hydration of patients older than 39 years.
2-(3-Hidroksi-4-metoksibenzilidenamino)-5-merkapto-1,3,4- tiyadiazol Bileşiğinin Sentezi, Moleküler Yapısı, Spektral ve Elektronik Özelliklerinin İncelenmesi
Authors: BEYTUR Murat , AKYILDIRIM Onur , MANAP Sevda , YÜKSEK Haydar 
Published: December 2018

Bu çalışmada, 2-(3-hidroksi-4-metoksibenzilidenamino)-5-merkapto-1,3,4-tiyadiazol molekülünün geometrik parametreleri (bağ uzunlukları ve bağ açıları), titreşim frekansları, 1H-NMR ve 13C-NMR spektral değerleri ve doğrusal olmayan optik (NLO) özellikleri üzerine teorik ve deneysel bir çalışma gerçekleştirilmiştir. Öncelikle, 2-(3-hidroksi-4-metoksibenzilidenamino)-5-merkapto-1,3,4-tiyadiazol B3LYP/HF 6-311G+(d,p) temel setleri kullanılarak optimize edilmiştir. GIAO yöntemine göre 1H-NMR ve 13C-NMR kimyasal kayma değerleri optimize edilmiş yapıdan başlanarak DMSO fazında Gaussian G09W program paketi kullanılarak hesaplanmıştır. Molekülün titreşim dalga sayıları HF ve B3LYP standardı kullanılarak yoğunluk fonksiyonu teorilerine göre 6-311G+(d,p) temel seti vasıtasıyla incelenmiştir. İlgili bileşiğin FT-IR (100-4000 cm-1) titreşim frekansları kaydedilmiştir. B3LYP ve HF yöntemlerinde elde edilen titreşim frekansları deneysel değerler ile mukayese edilmiş ve deneysel değerlere en yakın sonuçların B3LYP verilerinin olduğu gözlemlenmiştir. Ek olarak, sentezlenmiş yeni bileşiğin HOMO ve LUMO enerjileri, moleküler elektrostatik potansiyeli, elektron ilgisi, iyonlaşma potansiyeli, moleküler yumuşaklık, moleküler sertlik, elektronegatiflik, dipol momentleri ve toplam enerjileri gibi elektronik özellikleri aynı set ve yöntemler kullanılarak hesaplanmıştır.
A Importância de Repensar as Práticas de Leitura na Formação Inicial da Criança
Authors: Da Rosa Salquini Cláudia , Rodrigues Marinéa Figueira 
Published: December 2018

O presente estudo investigou a importância da leitura na formação inicial da criança e sua relevância para a inserção sociocultural como condição essencial para o pleno exercício da cidadania. Para tanto, realizou- se uma pesquisa de cunho bibliográfica baseada em renomados autores no assunto. A finalidade foi ressaltar a importância dessa temática como condição essencial para a formação de leitores proficientes. Enfatiza o valor do ato de ler, o incentivo da família e da escola. Portanto, conclui- se que se faz necessário que a família e escola estabeleçam uma parceria, para que juntos alcancem um padrão de excelência nos serviços prestados à criança, obtendo assim sucesso escolar.
Análise retrospectiva da incidência de neoplasias em Vassouras/RJ
Authors: Ramos Alex Pereira , Da Cunha Gonçalves Sebastião Jorge 
Published: December 2018

As elevadas taxas de prevalência e incidência têm sido alvos de debate, tendo como objetivo o planejamento de estratégias de saúde que visem a diminuição desses índices. Através do SISPACTO, estabeleceu-se que deveria haver a diminuição de 2% do indicador de saúde (indicador 30a) quando fosse comparado com o ano anterior. Em Vassouras, entre 2007 até 2016, essa meta só foi alcançada três vezes, sendo que em apenas uma oportunidade houve queda da incidência. O objetivo desse trabalho é analisar retrospectivamente o número de casos de neoplasias no município de Vassouras/RJ, evidenciando políticas de saúde do município para controle dessas doenças, comparando, também, à incidência estadual. A incidência de neoplasias malignas em Vassouras no período de 2007 a 2016 foi de 492 casos por 100.000 habitantes, um valor considerado alto, ainda mais quando em comparação com a incidência das doenças em todo o estado do Rio de Janeiro (214 por 100.000, no período de 2008 a 2016). Em Vassouras/RJ, a política de controle vem funcionado de modo interdisciplinar, respeitando a realidade da saúde nacional no aspecto condizente à importância do foco na saúde da mulher e do homem. . Não há preconização, além das estabelecidas pelo Ministério da Saúde e INCA, para as neoplasias visualizadas no sexo masculino, categoria historicamente mais difícil de se abordar nas estratégias de saúde. Percebe-se através dessa análise, que a evolução do câncer em Vassouras se deu de forma ímpar, necessitando de adaptações para sua epidemiologia para que haja um melhor controle nos fatores causais.
Cryoballoon Ablation for the Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation: A Meta-analysis
Authors: Patel Nirav , Patel Krunalkumar , Shenoy Abhishek , Baker William L. , Makaryus Amgad N. , El-Sherif Nabil 
Published: December 2018

Background:
Ablation therapy is the treatment of choice in antiarrhythmic drugrefractory
atrial fibrillation (AF). It is performed by either cryoballoon ablation (CBA) or radiofrequency
ablation. CBA is gaining popularity due to simplicity with similar efficacy and complication
rate compared with RFA. In this meta-analysis, we compare the recurrence rate of AF and the
complications from CBA versus RFA for the treatment of AF.

Methods:
We systematically searched PubMed for the articles that compared the outcome of interest.
The primary outcome was to compare the recurrence rate of AF between CBA and RFA. We
also included subgroup analysis with complications of pericardial effusion, phrenic nerve palsy and
cerebral microemboli following ablation therapy.

Results:
A total of 24 studies with 3527 patients met our predefined inclusion criteria. Recurrence
of AF after CBA or RFA was similar in both groups (RR: 0.84; 95% CI: 0.65, 1.07; I2=48%, Cochrane
p=0.16). In subgroup analysis, heterogeneity was less in paroxysmal AF (I2=0%, Cochrane
p=0.46) compared to mixed AF (I2=72%, Cochrane p=0.003). Procedure and fluoroscopy time was
less by 26.37 and 5.94 minutes respectively in CBA compared to RFA. Complications, pericardial
effusion, and silent cerebral microemboli, were not different between the two groups, however,
phrenic nerve palsy was exclusively present only in CBA group.

Conclusion:
This study confirms that the effectiveness of CBA is similar to RFA in the treatment
of AF with the added advantages of shorter procedure and fluoroscopy times.
How to Kill Another Shark: A First Inside Look at a Potential Hunting Strategy of the Galapagos Shark
Authors: Ritter Erich K. , Munoz Alberto 
Published: December 2018

Background:Close-up videos of sharks foraging on other live sharks are rare, especially when it comes to footage of the entire duration of an event.Objective:Our goal was to present an in-depth analysis involving a Galapagos shark,Carcharhinus galapagensis, foraging on a whitetip reef shark,Triaenodon obesus.Method:A frame by frame video examination was used to highlight the different aspects of this bout.Results:Several behavioral characteristics, including the somewhat cryptic approach, the extensive shaking once the Galapagos shark had the whitetip reef shark between its jaws, and devouring tail-first, stand out in this event.Conclusion:The entire act appeared very smooth, indicating that this bout, or at least parts thereof, may represent a common hunting strategy for Galapagos sharks.
Factors Impacting the Use of Terminology to Convey Diagnostic Certainty in Radiology Reports
Authors: Lacson Ronilda , Babatunde Victor , Shinagare Atul , Khorasani Ramin 
Published: December 2018

Background:
Variable use of phrases expressing diagnostic uncertainty can lead to ambiguous radiology reports, a concern for information processing.

Objective:
This study aimed to quantify the usage of phrases conveying diagnostic certainty for abdominal imaging findings and assess factors that impact use of phrases with “good agreement” between radiologists and referring providers.

Methods:
This retrospective, Institutional Review Board-Approved study included all diagnostic reports generated by the Abdominal Radiology Division at an academic medical center July-September 2016. We assessed the use of 16 diagnostic certainty phrases using information retrieval from the Impression section of radiology reports. Phrases with good provider agreement for conveying the level of certainty are defined as “good agreement” phrases - including “diagnostic of”, “represents” and “unlikely.” We assessed the impact of imaging modality, trainee contribution to report generation, and individual radiologists.

Results:
In 5,598 radiology reports, 2,071 (37%) contained diagnostic certainty phrases, 119 (6%) of which were “good agreement” phrases. There was a significant difference between how frequently “good agreement” phrases were used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT) and X-ray reports (p=0.0003). There was a significant variation among attending radiologists on the use of “good agreement” phrases (p<0.0019). There was no difference in the use of “good agreement” phrases in reports generated by attending radiologists alone compared to reports with trainees.

Conclusion:
Although phrases to convey diagnostic certainty were commonly used in radiology reports, the use of phrases with a good agreement was uncommon. Standardizing terminology to convey diagnostic certainty may reduce ambiguity in radiology reports and generate more accurate information processing tools.
Analysis of the Emission Reduction through Performance Improvement of Intersection and Network nearby Using Micro Simulation Program
Authors: Arliansyah Joni , Bawono Ragil Tri 
Published: December 2018

Introduction:Palembang as one of the big cities in Indonesia is the capital city of South Sumatra Province. Congestion occurs at the main intersections of the city, one of which is Simpang Patal Pusri which has a long queue and delays in peak hour of 655 m and 490 seconds. The action performed to improve traffic performance and reduce the air pollution at this intersection was the underpass construction. This study discussed the importance of constructing an underpass together with improving geometric design and traffic management at the nearest intersections to obtain optimal results in addressing traffic problems and emissions reductions.Methods:To analyze the performance of traffic intersection and its network, Vissim simulation micro program and Program Moves were used to find out the emission values ​​of Total Carbon, NOx and PM10 of the analyzed handling scenarios.Results:The results showed that the construction of an underpass accompanied by the improved geometric design and traffic management at the nearest intersection produced better intersection performance and emission reductions when compared to only underpass construction, where the average V/C decreased from 0.87 to 0.77, the average queue decreased from 290.3 m to 190.57 m, and the average delay decreased from 106.34 seconds to 85.07 seconds. The values ​​of Total Carbon, NOx and PM10 also decreased significantly on all the roads in the study area.Conclusion:Based on the analysis, a scenario of the underpass construction is combined with geometric improvement and traffic management at the intersections which provides the best traffic performance and emissions reduction at either the intersections or road segments of the road network being studied.
Thermal Structure‐Induced Biochemical Parameters Stratification in a Subtropical Dam Reservoir
Authors: Mao Yufeng , He Qiang , Li Hong , Su Xiaoxuan , Ai Hainan 
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACTAlthough stratification in deep lakes is well‐discussed, few studies pay attention to thermal structure as well as its influences on stratification of biochemical parameters in subtropical lakes in mountainous cities. Here, we studied the depth profile of temperature and biochemical parameters in Longjing Lake, a subtropical reservoir in a mountainous city. Thermal stratification became strong during summer. Biochemical parameters were strongly associated with thermal structure. Stratification started at 2∼6 m depth with a substantial decrease in dissolved oxygen, biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5), chlorophyll a, and pH, corresponding to an increase in total nitrogen, ammonium (), nitrite (), total inorganic nitrogen (TIN), total phosphorus, and soluble reactive phosphorus (SRP) with depth; the majority of biochemical parameters showed slight variations from 12 m downward. Our results indicated the stratification of Longjing Lake was stronger and more stable than the stratification of tropical and temperate lakes in lowland cities.
Reduction of Imidacloprid by Sponge Iron and Identification of its Degradation Products
Authors: Zhou Xiaohui , Tian Ying , Liu Xiao , Huang Liping , Wen Yang 
Published: December 2018

ABSTRACTIn this study, imidacloprid was degraded by sponge iron in aqueous solution via chemical reduction. The effects of initial pH, reaction time, and operating model were investigated. Lower of pH was advantageous to the reduction degradation reaction. The influence of agitation was investigated in terms of reaction kinetics and degradation yield. Imidacloprid degradation with agitation showed first‐order reaction kinetics with a reaction rate of 0.0235 min−1, and degradation without agitation possessed two distinctive kinetics regimes; a rapid reduction in the initial stage and a slower process until removal was complete. Both stages of the degradation showed first‐order reaction kinetics with reaction rates of 0.0122 min−1 and 0.0030 min−1, respectively. Transformation products were identified using high‐performance liquid chromatography‐mass spectrometry (HPLC‐MS). HPLC‐MS exhibited nine fragment ions at m/z 97, 155.9, 174.9, 196.9, 211.1, 269.9, 266.1, 279, and 301.1. Finally, a degradation pathway of imidacloprid was proposed.
Review : Kejadian mastitis dan kaitannya dengan vitamin dan Trace Mineral Cu, Zn, Se
Authors: Yanuartono Yanuartono - , Nururrozi Alfarisa , Indarjulianto Soedarmanto , Purnamaningsih Hary , Haribowo Nurman 
Published: December 2018

<p>Mastitis means inflammation of the udder and is a common disease among dairy cows worldwide. It is subdivided into clinical mastitis and subclinical mastitis, both influence milk quality and quantity, and mastitis is therefore of major economic concern for the farmer. The incidence rate of mastitis varies between herds and depends on the exposure to pathogens, environmental and management factors and the immune status of the cow. Mastitis is associated with release of free radicals, increased total oxidant capacity and decreased total antioxidants capacity in milk. Vitamin C, E, , α tocopherol, A, β-karoten and trace mineral (Cu, Zn, and Se) feeding, as an antioxidant, in dairy cows have shown appreciable protective effects by reducing the incidence of mastitis.The purpose of this review is to discuss the role of Vitamins C, E, α tocopherol, A, β-carotene, Cu, Zn, and Se in the incidence of mastitis.</p>
DESIGNING AND LAUNCHING A YEAR-LONG EXECUTIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMME AT LSE CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE FOR BUSINESS LONDON – CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE FOR BUSINESS (CLCB)
Authors: Xiang Catherine Hua 
Published: December 2018

This paper focuses on designing and launching the first year-long executive education programme, namely Chinese Language and Culture for Business (CLCB) at LSE (London School of Economics) in London. The essential features of this program include the curriculum design, delivery mode and on-going student support. A blended learning (BL) approach is adopted in the Mandarin teaching, with course delivery and assessment taking place in face-to-face contact hours in class, combined with the use of online learning environment and mobile technology out of class. This combination is used to meet the needs of busy business professionals, to provide them with online and offline support, and thus to maximise their learning outcome. From the intercultural communication perspective, the programme provides intensive training and business master sessions addressing core values of Chinese culture and Chinese business communication styles. The invited guest speakers who hold senior positions in different businesses areas share their live experiences with the students on the unique Chinese business concepts and practice such as ‘hanxu’ and ‘heqishengcai’. Meanwhile, talks and events, from China Business Briefings to Open Business Forum, are organized to provide the students with global networking opportunities. Embedded in this program, a fortnight summer study trip to Tsinghua University enables students to fully immerse themselves in Chinese language and life. The paper addresses some practical considerations and challenges in designing the programme with the hope to shed light on and provide pedagogical implications for other programme leaders and course designers in the field of language teaching for specific purposes.
Assessing the effects of socially responsible strategic partnerships on building brand equity of integrated business structures in Ukraine
Authors: Ganushchak-Efimenko Lyudmila , Shcherbak Valeriia , Nifatova Оlena 
Published: December 2018

Research background: At present, it is critical to raise awareness on how global trends of doing business within the framework of sustainable development affect the success of each business unit, integration associations, and apparently contribute to a nation?s prosperity. Thus, a study aimed at measuring the effects of socially responsible strategic partnerships on building brand equity of integrated business structures (IBS) will provide deeper insights into assessing the effectiveness and relevance of disseminating CSR practices.
Purpose of the article: The paper attempts to evaluate the degree of effect of socially responsible strategic partnerships on building strong brand equity of integrated business structures.
Methods: The participants in the assessment have been selected from the Forbes TOP 200 largest companies in Ukraine (the ranking was based not only on sales, such metrics as companies? financial performance, total assets and their current assessed value were also considered). The input data on the CSR indices were obtained from the Center for CSR Development Ukraine. The index of loyalty to a certain brand was calculated as an integral ratio of satisfaction and importance to customers (based on online survey results). To analyze the impact of the endogenous variable of CSR on IBS branding effectiveness (customer loyalty index and brand equity) and its cost effectiveness, correlation regression and factor analysis methods were applied.
Findings & Value added: This study demonstrates the feasibility and economic justification of the impact of socially responsible strategic partnerships on brand equity development for integrated business structures. The research has significant implications for brand management of integrated business structures by providing empirical evidence that will improve understanding of the need to implement the concept of socially responsible branding that right today resonates with the moral society.