bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Clinical and Radiological Evaluation of Subscapular Suture Integrity in Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty
Authors: Almeida Alexandre , Agostini Daniel C , Raymondi Cristiano , Guarise Pedro , de Almeida Nayvaldo Couto , Stangherlini Guilherme A 
Published: July 2019

Objective The aim was to establish a correlation between the integrity of a suture made in the subscapular tendon (SST), as assessed by an ultrasound examination, and its functionality, as assessed by clinical tests during the postoperative period following reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA). A secondary goal is to evaluate the presence and viability of the sutured SST. Methods This is a retrospective study of 18 RSA patients in whom the SST was repositioned to the anterior face of the humeral osteotomy. The median time of the postoperative evaluation was 31 months. The clinical evaluation consisted of the Gerber lift-off test, the internal rotation (IR) lag sign test, and the abdominal compression test, as well as forward flexion (FF), external rotation (ER), and IR. All patients underwent shoulder ultrasounds to evaluate the SST presence and viability. Results The SST was visualized in 13 patients (72.2%; 95% confidence interval [CI], 51.5–92.9). Of these 13 patients, the SST presented an altered fibrillar pattern in 5 patients (38.4%; 95% CI, 12.0–64.9) and was considered nonviable. There were no associations between SST viability and a positive Gerber’s lift-off test ( P = .480), a positive IR lag sign test ( P = .480), or a positive abdominal compression test ( P = .618). There were no significant differences in FF ( P = .104), ER ( P = .196), or IR ( P = .374) mobility between patients with viable SSTs and those without viable SSTs. Conclusion It was not possible to demonstrate a correlation between the integrity of the SST repair based on the ultrasound and its functionality as assessed by clinical tests in the postoperative period following an RSA. The SST repair has a high failure rate, as demonstrated by the high incidence of nonviable or absent tendons.
Imaging of the B2 Glenoid: An Assessment of Glenoid Wear
Authors: Mahylis Jared M , Entezari Vahid , Jun Bong-Jae , Iannotti Joseph P , Ricchetti Eric T 
Published: July 2019

Background Glenohumeral osteoarthritis (OA) carries a spectrum of morphology and wear patterns of the glenoid surface exemplified by complex patterns such as glenoid biconcavity and acquired retroversion seen in the B2 glenoid. Multiple imaging methods are available for evaluation of the complex glenoid structure seen in B2 glenoids. The purpose of this article is to review imaging assessment of the type B2 glenoid. Methods The current literature on imaging of the B2 glenoid was reviewed to describe the unique anatomy of this OA variant and how to appropriately assess its characteristics. Results Plain radiographs, magnetic resonance imaging, and standard 2-dimensional computed tomography (CT) have all shown acceptable assessments of arthritic glenoids but lack the detailed and highly accurate evaluation of bone loss and retroversion seen with 3-dimensional CT. Conclusion Accurate preoperative identification of complex B2 pathology on imaging remains essential in planning and achieving precise implant placement at the time of shoulder arthroplasty.
TNAP limits TGF-β-dependent cardiac and skeletal muscle fibrosis by inactivating the SMAD2/3 transcription factors
Authors: Arnò Benedetta , Galli Francesco , Roostalu Urmas , Aldeiri Bashar M. , Miyake Tetsuaki , Albertini Alessandra , Bragg Laricia , Prehar Sukhpal , McDermott John C. , Cartwright Elizabeth J. , Cossu Giulio 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACT
Fibrosis is associated with almost all forms of chronic cardiac and skeletal muscle diseases. The accumulation of extracellular matrix impairs the contractility of muscle cells contributing to organ failure. Transforming growth factor β (TGF-β) plays a pivotal role in fibrosis, activating pro-fibrotic gene programmes via phosphorylation of SMAD2/3 transcription factors. However, the mechanisms that control de-phosphorylation of SMAD2 and SMAD3 (SMAD2/3) have remained poorly characterized. Here, we show that tissue non-specific alkaline phosphatase (TNAP, also known as ALPL) is highly upregulated in hypertrophic hearts and in dystrophic skeletal muscles, and that the abrogation of TGF-β signalling in TNAP-positive cells reduces vascular and interstitial fibrosis. We show that TNAP colocalizes and interacts with SMAD2. The TNAP inhibitor MLS-0038949 increases SMAD2/3 phosphorylation, while TNAP overexpression reduces SMAD2/3 phosphorylation and the expression of downstream fibrotic genes. Overall our data demonstrate that TNAP negatively regulates TGF-β signalling and likely represents a mechanism to limit fibrosis.
Proton MR spectroscopy and the detection of malignancy in ovarian masses
Authors: Mansour Sahar Mahmoud , Gomma Mohammed Mohammed Mohammed , Shafik Peter Nashaat 
Published: July 2019

Objective:
To assess the impact of MR spectroscopy (MRS) on the detection of malignancy in ovarian masses.

Methods:
This prospective work included 230 females that had 245 adnexal/ovarian masses. Tumours were spotted by preliminary pelvic ultrasound. Masses assessed by MRI, multi- or single-voxel spectroscopy. Patients’ spectra were assessed for peaks of lactate (Lac, 1.31 ppm), lipid (Lip, 1.33 ppm), N-acetyl aspartate (2.0 ppm), acetone (A, 2.05 ppm), choline (Cho, 3.23 ppm) and creatinine (Cr, 3.4 ppm) and the mean values of the (Cho/Cr) ratios were performed by a semi-quantitative approach. The operative pathology served as the standard of reference.

Results:
Cho peak twofold higher than the average noise level was detected in 72% of the malignant and only 5.4% of the benign masses with an accuracy of 83%. Adding lactate to the choline enhanced the accuracy to 93%. The mean Cho/Cr ratios of the malignant ovarian masses (2.8) were significantly higher than that of the benign ones (1.2) . We used a receiver operating characteristic curve to determine the best cut-off value (1.7) for the mean Cho/Cr ratio to discriminate malignancy with sensitivity: 81.2%, specificity: 93.3 %, positive-predictive value: 92.9 %, negative-predictive value: 82.4% and accuracy: 87.1%.

Conclusion:
The simultaneous presence of choline and lactate peaks in MRS examination of the ovarian masses minimizes the overlap between benign and malignant categories. N-acetyl aspartate and acetone are the metabolites for diagnosing complex cystic masses as benign teratoma, endomterioma and tubo- ovarian abscess.

Advances in knowledge:
MRS is a non-contrast based and fast MR sequence that gives an idea about tissue components could be used to improve the sensitivity and the accuracy of detecting malignancy in ovarian masses.
Effect of acupressure on post tonsillectomy pain in adolescents: a randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled trial study
Authors: Pouy Somaye , Etebarian Khorasgani Abolfazl , Azizi-Qadikolaee Ali , Yaghobi Yasaman 
Published: July 2019

Abstract

Introduction
Tonsillectomy is one of the most common pediatric surgeries in the world and pain control following tonsillectomy is very important.

Objective
The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of acupressure on the amount of pain following tonsillectomy in children.

Method
One hundred and forty-four children aged 5–12 years old were assigned into one of three groups: interventions, control and placebo. In the intervention group, acupressure was applied at three acupoints and in the placebo group, sham acupressure was applied. In the control group routine care only was applied.

Results
There was a significant difference between an average of changes in pain score before and after the intervention during the 3 time periods after the tonsillectomy operation in the acupressure group (p = 0.002).

Conclusion
The results showed that acupressure had a positive effect on pain reduction after tonsillectomy in children in the intervention group.
A microtypological survey of noun classes in Kwa
Authors: Konoshenko Maria , Shavarina Dasha 
Published: July 2019

AbstractThis paper provides an overview of noun class systems in a sample of 20 Kwa languages. It focuses on the synchronic productivity of noun classification in Kwa as opposed to the full-fledged class system assumed for Proto-Kwa and for the general “Niger-Congo prototype” (Good, Jeff. 2012. How to become a “Kwa” noun.”Morphology22(2). 293–335; Creissels, Denis. Forthcoming. Noun class systems in Atlantic languages. To appear. In Friederike Lüpke (ed.),The Oxford guide to the Atlantic languages of West Africa. Oxford: Oxford University Press). The productivity of class morphology on nouns is studied by exploring class marker alternations as exponents of other grammatical phenomena: the formation of the plural, diminutive derivation and nominalization. We also discuss class indexation on nominal modifiers (adjectives, numerals, demonstratives and indefinite markers) as well as subject and object pronominals. We demonstrate that Kwa languages tend to follow the typological tendencies pertaining to class marking on nouns and class indexation, e.g. the Agreement hierarchy (Corbett, Greville G. 1979. The agreement hierarchy.Journal of Linguistics15. 203–224), as established for world languages in general and Niger-Congo family in particular (Good, Jeff. 2012. How to become a “Kwa” noun.”Morphology22(2). 293–335). However, some intriguing discrepancies, e.g. different patterning of indexation on adjectives vs. on numerals in Kwa as opposed to some other Niger-Congo branches, were also attested. In diachronic perspective, our findings suggest that noun class systems are flexible as they show high intragenetic variation and are easily degradable, but they almost never disappear completely.
Effect of Sjögren’s syndrome on maternal and neonatal outcomes of pregnancy
Authors: Elliott Brittney , Spence Andrea R. , Czuzoj-Shulman Nicholas , Abenhaim Haim Arie 
Published: July 2019

Abstract

Background
Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune connective tissue disease affecting the body’s moisture-producing glands. Some studies have linked SS to adverse maternal/neonatal outcomes, but sample sizes have tended to be small, with few outcomes examined. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of SS on pregnancy outcomes for mother and neonate using a large dataset.

Methods
We carried out a retrospective cohort study of women who delivered between 1999 and 2014 using data from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample from the United States. SS categorization is based on ICD-9 coding. Baseline characteristics were compared in both groups and multivariate logistic regression was used to compare maternal and fetal outcomes of pregnancies in women with and without SS.

Results
The prevalence of SS in our population was 1.34 cases/10,000 births, with the rate increasing over the study period. Women with SS tended to be older, Caucasian and to have pre-existing comorbidities. Births to women with SS were at greater risk of pre-eclampsia [odds ratio (OR) 1.63, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.34–1.99]; premature rupture of membranes (OR 1.28, 95% CI 1.04–1.57); preterm delivery (OR 1.56, 95% CI 1.34–1.81); cesarean delivery (OR 1.29, 95% CI 1.17–1.41); and venous thromboembolic events (OR 3.71, 95% CI 2.57–5.35). Infants of women with SS were more likely to have intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) (OR 3.00, 95% CI 2.46–3.65); and congenital malformations (OR 3.26, 95% CI 2.30–4.62).

Conclusion
SS is a high-risk pregnancy condition associated with significant comorbidities and adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. Women with SS may benefit from increased surveillance during their pregnancies.
Formulation and characterization of some oil in water cosmetic emulsions based on collagen hydrolysate and vegetable oils mixtures
Authors: Dănilă Elena , Moldovan Zenovia , Albu Kaya Mădălina Georgiana , Ghica Mihaela Violeta 
Published: July 2019

Abstract
The present study was focused on the preparation and characterization of different topical oil in water emulsions based on natural ingredients such as collagen hydrolysate and vegetable oils mixtures. As oil phases, mixtures of coconut, almond, jojoba, avocado oils (in different ratios) were used while the water phase consisted in lavender water. As emulsifier, a plant based product containing glyceryl stearate and potassium stearate was incorporated (in the concentration range 4–5 %), while as rheology modifier xanthan gum was used (in the concentration range 0.2–1 %). As preservatives, Cosgard (containing benzyl alcohol, salicylic acid, glycerol, ascorbic acid) and mixtures of two essential oils (lemon and lavender) were selected. The designed formulations were assessed by means of their physico-chemical properties (pH, viscosity, thixotropic behavior), optical microscopy analysis and sensorial characteristics. The obtained emulsions were found to present pseudoplastic and thixotropic behaviors, adequate for cosmetic skin care product formulations.
Plasma presepsin in determining gastric leaks following bariatric surgery
Authors: Binboga Sinan , Isiksacan Nilgun , Kasapoglu Pinar , Binboga Elif , Koser Murat , Cikot Murat , Yaprak Sarac Elif , Alis Halil 
Published: July 2019

Abstract

Background
To be able to prevent morbid obesity in the long-term, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is one of the most effective surgical interventions. However, leakage and bleeding from the stapler line are significant complications. The aim of this study was to determine the role of the levels of plasma presepsin in the detection of stapler leakage.

Materials and methods
The study included 300 patients with LSG due to morbid obesity and 40 control subjects. Before any medical treatment was applied, blood samples were taken from patients at 12 h preoperatively and on days 1, 3, and 5 postoperatively. Evaluation was made of plasma presepsin levels, white blood count (WBC), C-reactive protein (CRP) and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), in all patients with sleeve gastrectomy line leakage.

Results
The WBC, CRP, NLR and presepsin values measured on days 1, 3 and 5 postoperatively were determined to be higher in patients with leakage compared to those without. The predictive value of presepsin (p = 0.001), CRP (p = 0.001) and NLR (p = 0.001) was determined to be statistically significantly higher than that of WBC (p = 0.01).

Conclusion
The results of the study suggest that presepsin levels could have a role in the detection and follow-up of stapler line leaks after LSG. Elevated presepsin levels, on postoperative day 1 in particular, could have a key role in the early detection of possible complications which are not seen clinically.
Comparison of some biochemical tests in different blood collection tubes in hemodialysis patients
Authors: Kösem Arzu , Topçuoğlu Canan , Sezer Sevilay , Köksal Cevher Şimal , Coşkun Yenigün Ezgi , Dede Fatih , Turhan Turan 
Published: July 2019

Abstract

Objective
Blood collection tubes (BCTs) related interferences in test results can adversely influence on patient outcomes. We compared test results of samples in BD (Becton-Dickinson, Franklin Lakes, NJ, USA) Vacutainer Serum Separator Tubes (SST), BD Vacutainer® Barricor™ Plasma BCTs (Barricor™) and BD Vacutainer® Rapid Serum Tube (RST).

Materials and methods
Thirty-two samples were obtained from patients after the hemodialysis were included in this study. Eight routine clinical chemistry parameters (AST, creatinin, urea, PTH, glucose, LDH, K, calcium) were measured on Roche Cobas Analyzer (Roche Diagnostics, North America). The results of samples obtained from RST and Barricor™ were compared with SST as reference tubes.

Results
Results of Glucose, K, Urea, PTH from the SST and Barricor™ were statistically significantly different (p = 0.017, p < 0.001, p = 0.011, p < 0.001, respectively). In addition, results of PTH, LDH from SST and RST were significantly different (p < 0.001, p = 0.019). However, statistical significance of test results was not clinically significant for the biochemical parameters.

Conclusion
Working with Barricor™ may provide not just a fast, clean, high-quality plasma samples, safety results, but also time and cost-effectivity. Therefore, these types of tubes, which are less costly than other BCTs, may be preferred to obtain plasma.
Synthesis, crystal structure and photoluminescence of [NHEt3][Re(I)(quinaldate)(CO)3Cl]
Authors: Vogler Arnd , Hischa Birgit , Stempfhuber Sabine 
Published: July 2019

Abstract
The salt [NHEt3][Re(I)(quinaldate)(CO)3Cl] was obtained by the reaction of Re(CO)5Cl with quinaldic acid and triethylamine in toluene. The crystal structure analysis of this salt revealed the presence of the complex anion [Re(quinaldate)(CO)3Cl]−, with the d
6 Re(I) metal center in a pseudo-octahedral environment. The electronic spectra in absorption and emission exhibit bands which are attributed to quinaldate IL and CT transitions at comparable energies. The longest-wavelength emission originates from a Re(I) to quinaldate MLCT triplet, which can be quenched in solution by oxygen or triethylamine.
Assessment of trade credit risk in business companies
Authors: Každailienė Jūratė , Daujotaitė Dalia 
Published: July 2019

The article‘s topic is relevant, because the importance of trade credit constantly increases. Trade credit can be one of the most important preconditions for the competitiveness of the enterprise and business development. There is a lack of scientific sources in the field of estimation of trade credit risk – there is no any particular, simple to use methodology to assess company trade credit risk.
The aim of the article – to compose a methodology of assessment company trade credit risk for Lithuanian small and medium enterprises.
In the article, following scientific sources approach, the advantages, risks and key financial and non-financial trade credit risk factors were identified. Based on the scientific sources and expert evaluation, the methodology of company trade credit risk assessment was created. The methodology is based on 10 key indicators identified by the experts. 12 financial ratios and non-financial indicators are being used – current and quick ratio, gross and net profit margin, Altman Z model, debt ratio, stock and debtors turnover, enterprise age, reputation, number and dynamics of employees. The indicators have been scored. The highest possible score is 100.
The research approves that the methodology suits to be used in practice. It is simple, reliable, cheap, non-time consuming; it is easy to collect data, the data is being formalized and quantified. The disadvantages of methodology – the data is not always reliable and some ratios are of different importance in the different economic sectors. The methodology should be modified to adapt for the different sectors of business.
Analysis and evaluation of Lithuanian public interest companies audit market
Authors: Vaicekauskas Darius 
Published: July 2019

The article investigates audit companies‘ specialization among the public interest companies of Lithuania. Prior literature explores various advantages of industry auditors – auditors who specialize in particular industries while enhancing the main part of clients in the industry branch. Industry auditors reach higher level of audit quality, while making more effective planning decisions, assessing more effectively client‘s business risk, as well as the risk of material misstatement, complying at highest rate with auditing standards.
154 public interests companies of Lithuania were analysed in order to assess whether the is a trend of auditors‘ specialization in a market of public interest companies in Lithuania. Results of the research imply auditors tending to specialize themselves in mainly all branches of industries, reaching highest rate of clients in particular industry of pension funds, investment funds and credit institutions. The results also disclose some evidence of industry auditors keeping their audit prices at higher level than their competitors, as well as their reputation being quite stable reaching more adds than losses. Issues concerning industry expertise auditors‘ quality significantly affects auditors‘ reputation. The results of the research taken support conclusions of vast body of prior researches on auditors‘ specialization implying that particular industry auditors may achieve and enhance higher level of audit quality.
Actions to detect fraud in financial statements
Authors: Kanapickienė Rasa , Grundienė Živilė 
Published: July 2019

The information provided in financial statements should be neutral and reliable thus enabling the users of the financial statements to make financially legitimate decisions regarding the perspectives of the company’s development. Therefore the reference documents regulating the composition of financial statements determine that the distortion of the assets, income, costs or other data is strictly forbidden. Nevertheless, fraud in financial statements is a relatively frequent phenomenon in business practice. Hence, in order to detect frauds effectively it is essential to systematize the actions of fraud detection.
The aim of the research is to explore the actions of detecting fraud in financial statements, systematize them and evaluate the possibilities of their application in practice.
The paper divides the actions of detecting fraud in financial statements into methods and procedures. The methods of detecting fraud in financial statements are classified regarding two aspects: 1) consistency of fraud investigation and 2) applied methods of investigation. According to the consistency of the research, the following methods are distinguished: a) gathering of fraud evidence; b) analysis of fraud risk factors and c) a detailed investigation. To implement each of the methods appropriate procedures are selected. In order to gather the evidence on fraud, it is expedient to apply the following procedures: the use of external (complainant) systems (police reports), secret operations, senior management audit, gathering of unofficial information, application of legal recommendations, confession. While carrying out the analysis of fraud risk factors it is expedient to apply inquiry, monitoring, and analytical procedures. The procedures of fraud detection in the detailed investigation should be classified as audit proofs by distinguishing the variants of these procedures that are more typical of the monitoring institutions. Experts positively evaluated the possibilities to practically apply the analysed actions of detecting fraud in financial statements.