bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Compulsive sexual behavior and sexual offending: Differences in cognitive schemas, sensation seeking, and impulsivity
Authors: Efrati Yaniv , Shukron Ortal , Epstein Robert 
Published: August 2019

Background and aimsPeople from the community seeking treatment in frameworks such as Sexaholics Anonymous (SA) and sex offenders are preoccupied with sex, sexual fantasies, and behaviors. The rates of compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD), however, are reported to be substantially lower among sex offenders than SAs. In this study, we examined differences between SAs and sex offenders in CSBD and in processes that might be at the core of CSBD – maladaptive schemas about the self and others, impulsivity, and sensation seeking.MethodsThe study comprised 103 sex offenders, 68 SAs, and 81 violence offenders who served as controls aged 18–74 years, who completed self-report measures regarding CSBD, maladaptive schemas, impulsivity, and sensation seeking.ResultsSAs were higher on CSBD, maladaptive schemas, impulsivity, and sensation seeking than sex offenders. Sex offenders were higher on CSBD and impulsivity than violence offenders. Among all groups, maladaptive schemas were linked with higher CSBD.ConclusionsHigh rates of CSBD among SAs might partially be accounted by differences in maladaptive schemas. We discuss the implication of the study to the understanding of CSBD, sexual offences, and therapy for CSBD and sexual offending.
Mathematics and Islamic Thought: Seeing Relationship Between Mathematics and Islamic Teaching Resources
Authors: Cipta Eliva Sukma , Hori Muhammad 
Published: August 2019

This article tries to discuss about mathematics and islamic thought. By seeing the relationship between mathematics and islamic teaching resources, this article found that science in this world can be classified into three groups, namely natural sciences, social science, and humanities. The natural sciences which consist purely consist of physics, chemistry, and biology, and some people enter mathematics again. The social sciences that fall into the category of pure sciences include sociology, anthropology, psychology, and history. Whereas the humanities consist of philosophy, language and literature, and art. Qur’an and Hadith in the development of science are positioned as sources of qawliyyah verses while the results of observations, experiments, and logical reasoning are positioned as sources of kauniyyah verses. With its position like this, then various branches of knowledge can always be sought from the source of the Qur'an and Hadith. Like, the science of mathematics developed on the basis of the Qur'an and Hadith sources as well as the results of observation, experimentation, and logical reasoning. Mathematics itself has a very close relationship with the spiritual traditions of Muslims, is familiar with the Qur'an, and of course mathematics can also be used as a "path" towards achieving happiness benefits both in this world and the hereafter.
The performance of the specialists working in a big clinical facility of Saint Petersburg in the field of «urgent abdominal surgery» from the standpoints of medical quality assessment and its administrative monitoring
Authors: Scryabin Oleg N. , Movchan Konstantin N. , Vovk Andrej V. , Tatarkin Vladislav V. , Chernyshev Denis A. 
Published: August 2019

In this topic the role and place of experts work in the area of health care quality control for patients with an acute surgical disease of abdominal cavity in the big multi-profile medical clinic in St. Petersburg were reviewed. There was an analysis of some data of 2155 patients who were urgently taken to the hospital in 2017. As a result surgical care analysis of diseases included in "acute abdomen syndrome" we found the correlation between negative outcomes caused by defects in diagnostics and treatment and insufficiency of activity in experts work in surgery. In these study groups increasing cases of post-operative mortality, delaying of surgical intervention without strong argumentation in all diseases included in "acute abdomen syndrome" were found. Nowadays there is no opportunity to change the balance between acute and planning hospitalization of patients who have abdominal cavity diseases in positive way. Some paths of improving the quality of medical assessment to patients who has abdominal surgery diseases were discussed. In average, the example of positive improvement the abdominal surgery could be given speaking about the importance of systematically estimation of results some of the surgery teams activity and managerial decisions which could be made in time.
Acute traumatic spinal cord injury in saint petersburg. Epidemiological data: incidence rate, gender and age characteristics
Authors: Lobzin Sergey V. , Mirzaeva Lyudmila M. , Tcinzerling Natalya V. , Dulaev Alexander К. , Tamaev Tahir I. , Tyulikov Konstantin V. 
Published: August 2019

This paper presents the results of retrospective analysis of 361 cases with acute traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) admitted to neurosurgical departments of specialized city hospitals and Saint Petersburg Dzhanelidze Research Institute of Emergency Care from January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2016. Retrospective cohort epidemiological study allowed us to estimate the incidence rate of TSCI, age and gender characteristics and to compare data with some foreign and domestic publications. Comprehension of the incidence and structure of TSCI will improve the medical care of these patients.
Pulmonary congestion by lung ultrasound in decompensated heart failure: associations, in-hospital changes, prognostic value
Authors: Kobalava Zh. D. , Safarova A. F. , Soloveva A. E. , Cabello F.E. , Meray I. A. , Shavarova E. K. , Villevalde S. V. 
Published: August 2019

Background. Recently lung ultrasound (LUS) based on B-lines measurement has been proposed as an effective tool for assessment of pulmonary congestion (PC) in patients with decompensated heart failure (DHF).Objective: to assess the incidence, in-hospital changes and prognostic significance of PC assessed by LUS in DHF patients.Materials and methods. Routine clinical assessment and eight-zone LUS were performed in 162 patients with DHF (men 66%, mean age 68±12 years, hypertension 97%, history of myocardial infarction 44%, atrial fibrillation 60%, ejection fraction [EF] 40±14%, EF<40% 46%, baseline NT-proBNP 4 246 [1741; 6 837] pg/ml). Sum of B-lines ≤5 was considered as normal, 6-15, 16-30 and >30 - as mild, moderate and severe PC, respectively.Results. Using LUS on admission PC was diagnosed in all patients (moderate and severe in 31.5 and 67.3%, respectively). At discharge normal LUS profile was observed in 48.2% of patients. In 33.3, 14.8 and 3.7% of patients PC was mild, moderate, and severe, respectively. According to multivariable Cox regression analysis including age, sex, EF, NYHA functional class, and jugular venous distension sum of B-lines >5 at discharge was associated with higher probability of 12-month all-cause death (hazard ratio [HR] 2.86, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.15-7.13, p=0.024), sum of B-lines >15 - with higher probability of HF readmission (HR 2.83, 95%CI 1.41-5.67, p=0.003).Conclusion. During hospital stay the incidence of PC as assessed by LUS decreased from 100 to 52% of patients. Sum of B-lines >5 at discharge was independently associated with higher risk of 12-month all-cause death, >15 - with higher risk of 12-month HF readmission.
Electrophysiological Cardiac Parameters and Results of Antiarrhythmic Treatment in Patients with Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation (Lone and Associated with Arterial Hypertension)
Authors: Mironova E. S. , Mironov N. Yu. , Mironova N. A. , Novikov Peter Sergeevich , Novikov I. A. , Layovich Lada Yurievna , Maykov Evgeny Borisovich , Golitsyn Sergey Pavlovich 
Published: August 2019

Purpose:to assess cardiac electrophysiological parameters in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF), lone or with concomitant arterial hypertension (AH), and their prognostic significance relative to treatment effectiveness.Materials and methods. We included in this study 184 patients with paroxysmal AF (84 with concomitant AH and 100 with presumed lone AF). Cardiac electrophysiological study was performed in accordance with standardized protocol that included assessment of sinus node recovery time, sinoatrial, intraatrial and interatrial conduction time, and effective refractory periods (ERP) of right and left atria and atrioventricular node. Patients with inducible supraventricular reentrant arrhythmias that could potentially trigger AF underwent catheter radiofrequency ablation of those arrhythmias. Other patients received either antiarrhythmic drug therapy (AAD; n=79) or catheter cryo-ablation (CBA; n=81). Treatment was considered ineffective in case of any symptomatic or asymptomatic AF episode documented by ECG or Holter ECG within 12 months of follow-up.Results.Patients with lone AF compared with those with AH had shorter ERP of the right atrium (219±21 ms vs. 253±44 ms, respectively, p<0.05) and more prominent dispersion of ERP of right and left atria (median 40 ms, interquartile range 10-50 ms vs. median 20 ms, interquartile range 10-22.5 ms, respectively, p<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in other electrophysiology parameters between the groups. Sustained supraventricular reentrant arrhythmias were induced in 9% (9 of 100) patients with presumed lone AF and in 1.2% (1 of 84) patients with AH (p<0.05). All these arrhythmias were successfully ablated, and patients had no AF recurrence during 12-month follow-up. Among other patient treatment (CBA n=81, AAD n=79) was effective in 64% of those with lone AFib and in 34% - with AH (p<0.05). In multivariate multiple regression analysis, none of electrophysiological parameters could be assumed as a factor associated with the efficacy of CBA or AAD. Conclusion. Patients with lone AF had more prominent atrial electrophysiological inhomogeneity compared with patients with concomitant AH. Cardiac electrophysiological parameters had no influence on effectiveness of antiarrhythmic treatment.
Lipid profile abnormalities in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetics: a cross-sectional study
Authors: A. Monica , P. Dhivya 
Published: August 2019

Background: India is fast becoming the diabetes capital of the World. A direct atherogenic effect of triglyceride rich particles has been noted. This study assesses the lipid profile abnormalities in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus. Since dyslipidemia is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, such assessment will enable better recognition, prevention and management of cardiovascular mortality and morbidity.Methods: The study was conducted over a period of one year at a tertiary care hospital in South India. A cross-sectional study of 100 newly diagnosed type 2 diabetics in a rural South-Indian population was done. Results: In our study, 55 (55%) participants had high triglycerides and 45 (45%) had normal triglycerides. Among the 55 participants with abnormal triglycerides, 34% had borderline high levels (150-199mg/dl), 18% had high levels (200-499 mg/dl) and 3% participants had very high triglycerides (≥500 mg/dl). 26% male and 29% female participants had above normal triglyceride levels. In our study, 25% had borderline high cholesterol levels and 5% had high total Cholesterol. 39% of participants had near optimal levels of LDL, 19% had borderline high levels of LDL, 7% had high levels of LDL and 4% had very high levels of LDL. Significantly higher levels of triglycerides and LDL were noted.Conclusions: Deranged lipid profiles are quite prevalent in type 2 diabetics with females having higher triglyceride levels. Recognition of such elevated triglyceride levels in even newly diagnosed type 2 diabetics will help in better prevention of associated cardiovascular disease.
THE ROLE OF IMMUNOLOGICAL PROCESSES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF INFLAMMATORY DISEASES OF PERIODONTAL DISEASE AND THE POSSIBILITIES OF THEIR CORRECTION
Authors: Дзюба Елена , Dzyuba Elena , Нагаева Марина , Nagaeva Marina , Жданова Екатерина , Zhdanova Ekaterina 
Published: August 2019

Subject: Inflammatory periodontal diseases are one of the most common dental diseases in the world. To ensure successful treatment and a stable period of remission, it is necessary to take into account the etiopathogenesis of the disease. One of the main roles in the development of inflammatory periodontal diseases is played by the immune response of the body to the action of periodontal-pathogenic micro-organisms.
Objective ― to study the current literature indicates about the role of immunological processes in the development of inflammatory periodontal diseases, as well as the possibility of their correction
Material and methodologies: Data from the scientific literature on the etiopathogenesis of inflammatory periodontal diseases was used in the study. To achieve this objective the databases of the Tyumen State Medical University Library, electronic libraries (eLibrary, Cyberleninka, PubMed, Googl.Scholar), official sites of scientific publications were used.
Results: the review of the literature presents information on the immunological processes developing in inflammatory periodontal diseases. The role of cellular and humoral elements in pathogenesis, the role of pro and anti-inflammatory cytokines in the chronization of the inflammatory process is described. The possibilities of local immunological correction in the treatment of inflammatory periodontal diseases are considered.
Conclusions: The concept of cytokine development of inflammatory periodontal diseases has been formed and substantiated in modern scientific literature. The evaluation of the cytokine profile of the oral and gingival fluid allows to establish the activity and severity of the disease. The established immunological and molecular genetic mechanisms of the development of inflammatory periodontal diseases associated with the influence of cytokines make it possible to adjust the complex treatment of inflammatory periodontal diseases, determine the direction of personalized therapy of patient, determine the effectiveness of the treatment and the prognosis of the disease.
THE DYNAMICS OF THE DENTAL INCIDENCE OF THE CHILD POPULATION OF YEKATERINBURG
Authors: Насретдинова Наталья , Nasretdinova Natal'ya , Ворожцова Людмила , Vorozhcova Lyudmila , Мандра Юлия , Mandra Yuliya , Сорокоумова Дина , Sorokoumova Dina , Жегалина Наталья , Gegalina N. , Епишова Анна , Yepishova Anna 
Published: August 2019

Subject. Epidemiological surveys are important for assessing the compliance of dental programs with the treatment needs of various population groups.
Objectives ― we set a goal to compare the dynamics of indicators of epidemiological surveys of dental diseases in the city of Ekaterinburg over the past 15 years.
Methods. After analyzing reports and publications on the WHO methodology, a high prevalence and intensity of caries and signs of periodontal damage was noted, they deteriorate with age. The reduction in the incidence of dental diseases that began in 2008 did not persist in 2015. The change in the social and demographic structure of the children's population of Yekaterinburg is accompanied by an increase in rates of dental diseases. Estimating the proportion of people with signs of periodontal diseases in children 12 and 15 years compared with the results of a previously conducted national epidemiological study in 2008, we do not see a decrease in the prevalence rate of periodontal diseases. An assessment of the need for emergency dental care in children of Yekaterinburg of 6, 12 and 15 years according to the WHO criteria showed a high level of need for “preventive or conventional treatment” in all groups of children examined.
Conclusions. The high prevalence of dental diseases in the city of Ekaterinburg indicates the need to find preventive measures. The increase in the intensity of caries is especially active in children of school age, which requires development of a comprehensive program of school prevention. The absence of a reduction in the prevalence rate of periodontal lesions in adolescents in all 3 national surveys suggests the need to find new approaches in prevention, including use of Smart Technologies.
Knowledge, Perception and Management of Pre-eclampsia among Health Care Providers in a Maternity Hospital
Authors: Olaoye Titilayo , Oyerinde Oyewole O. , Elebuji Oluwatoyin J. , Ologun Oluwapelumi 
Published: August 2019

Background: Morbidity and mortality of women and children associated with pre-eclampsia present major global health problems in low and middle income countries. The prevalence of pre-eclampsia in Nigeria ranges from 2% to 16.7%, with approximately 37,000 women dying from preeclampsia annually. This study examines knowledge, perception and management of preeclampsia among healthcare providers in a major maternity hospital in Lagos, southwest Nigeria.
Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 110 health care providers comprising of 75 Nurses, 9 Consultant Physicians, and 26 General Medical Practitioners with varying years of service were selected using purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a self-administered 36-item semi-structured questionnaire. Data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences to generate descriptive and inferential statistics with level of significance set at 0.05.
Results: Health care providers in the study had an average knowledge of pre-eclampsia with a mean score of 16.69±3.53. There was generally a good perception of pre-eclampsia with a mean sore of 28.31±3.71. The most-prevalent clinical management practices were emergency cesarean section (16%), magnesium sulphate infusion (29%), and fluid/electrolyte management (9%). Knowledge of pre-eclampsia and years of practice were significantly associated (F=3.31; p= 0.023).
Conclusion and Global Health Implications: Gaps in the knowledge of causes, diagnoses, and treatment of pre-eclampsia may be attributable to lack of refresher trainings and absence of written practice guidelines on pre-eclampsia management. Health care providers at this hospital may benefit from training courses that include current nationally and internationally-approved management of preeclampsia.
Key words: • Pre-eclampsia • Eclampsia • Knowledge • Perception • Management • Health care providers • Nigeria
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Fibrous Tremolite in Central New South Wales, Australia
Authors: Hendrickx Marc 
Published: August 2019

ABSTRACT
Tremolite schists in Ordovician meta-volcanic units in central New South Wales (NSW) consist of fine fibrous tremolite-actinolite. They host tremolite asbestos occurrences, and small quantities of asbestos were mined from narrow vein deposits in central NSW during the last century. When pulverized, the tremolite schist releases mineral fragments that fall into the classification range for countable mineral fibers and may be classed as asbestos despite not having an asbestiform habit. The ambiguity in classification of this type of natural material raises significant health and safety, legal, and environmental issues that require clarification. While the health effects of amphibole asbestos fibers are well known, the consequences of exposure to non-asbestiform, fibrous varieties is not well studied. This group of elongated mineral particles deserves more attention due to their widespread occurrence in metamorphic rocks in Australia. Toxicological studies are needed to assess the health risks associated with disturbance of these minerals during mining, civil construction, forestry, and farming practices.
Interpretation of Underbalanced Surge Pressure Data by Rate-Time Convolution
Authors: Simmons J. F. 
Published: August 2019

ABSTRACT
Well test analysis of pressure response data from either underbalanced perforating or backsurge perforation washing is accomplished by rate-time convolution. The presented method allows closed chamber test analysis of reservoir transmissivity and wellbore skin by a straight line graph analogous to a Horner plot. As a well test analysis method, the closed chamber test has the benefit of avoiding surface pressure buildup, which often prohibits conventional drill stem testing.
Pressure measurement is required at the top of the surge air chamber and at the sand face. A linear plot is generated by convolution with respect to time of flowrate, which is derived from the air chamber pressure, and plotting the bottom hole pressure versus the rate-time superposition function. Transmissivity is obtained from the slope of the pressure data during the period when afterflow is minimal and pressure is not sensitive to skin. An estimate of initial reservoir pressure results from extrapolation of the pressure trend.
Subsequent forced fitting of the flow period data to the expected linear plot of bottom-hole pressure versus the rate-time superpostion function yields wellbore skin. Unique to the convolution method, wellbore skin may be calculated for each flowing pressure measurement. Therefore In addition to final skin determination, the effectiveness of the perforation cleaning mechanism may be observed by noting the trend of skin as a function of time during the flow period.
Example backsurge analyses are presented from the offshore Gulf of Mexico. Transmissivity values are calculated from the slope of the late time pressure data. The examples illustrate how wellbore skin varies with respect to time during the perforation cleaning flow period. One example illustrates effect of reservoir boundaries on the backsurge pressure response.