bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Location of Vascular Structures at Risk in Relation to Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
Authors: Brandt Zachary , Nguyen Kai , Harianja Gideon , Amin Kirulus , Battikha Adel , Betdashtoo Ninous , Kubba Rohan , Shin David , Oliinik Mark , Razzouk Jacob , Chung Jun Ho , Danisa Olumide , Cheng Wayne 
Published: November 2024

Study Design:
Retrospective Cohort

Objective:
This study seeks to establish the normal distribution of the vasculature surrounding the SI joint while also demonstrating associations between distribution and laterality, sex, and ethnicity.

Summary of Background Data:
Sacroiliac (SI) joint fusion surgery has emerged as a viable treatment option for patients suffering from low back pain due to chronic SI joint dysfunction. Due to potential complications from iatrogenic injury to vasculature, it becomes critical to understand normal anatomy and locations with a high vasculature concentration surrounding the SI joint.

Methods:
The authors retrieved medical and radiographic records of patients who underwent computed tomography angiography (CTA) of the pelvis. Anterior and posterior compartments of the SI joint were established on the transverse view by creating an even coronal division of the SI joint. The superior, middle, and inferior compartments were established on the coronal view as three equal transverse compartments. The compartments in which vasculature was visualized were recorded.

Results:
Distribution of vasculature around the right and left hemipelvis concentrated in the inferior compartments and decreased in concentration while moving superiorly. Anterior compartments contain a higher vascularity than posterior compartments. Vasculature was present in less than 3% of the posterior middle, and posterior superior compartments while present in more than 83% of the inferior compartments. There were no significant differences with respect to vascular distribution when comparing the laterality of the right versus left hemipelvis. There were statistically significant relationships between vascular distribution and sex (P<0.05), as well as across self-reported ethnicity (P<0.05).

Conclusion:
SI screw placement in the posterior superior has the lowest risk of iatrogenic vascular injury. Careful consideration should be taken during SI joint fusion surgery in the inferior compartments due to its high vasculature density.
Incidence of Postoperative Complications among Patients with Active or Resolved COVID-19 Undergoing Elective Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Authors: Aguilera Fabiola , Wagner Grant , Bald Madeline , Richman Joshua , de la Torre Jorge I. 
Published: November 2024

Background:
The incidence of postoperative complications among patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) positivity undergoing elective surgical operations is poorly understood. This study aimed to identify differences in postoperative complications after elective abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR) in patients diagnosed with COVID-19 compared with patients presenting prepandemic.

Methods:
A single-institution, retrospective chart review was performed of patients undergoing AWR between January 2017 and September 2022. Patients were stratified by date: pre-COVID-19 (January 2017 to December 2019) and post-COVID-19 (January 2020 to September 2022). Patients confirmed as COVID-19-positive were also identified. Data collected included demographics, clinical characteristics, and complications. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed.

Results:
We included 168 patients. The mean age was 54 years, and the mean body mass index was 33 kg/m2. Seventy-five patients underwent surgery pre-COVID-19 and 93 patients after. Of 93 patients, 16 (17%) had a positive COVID-19 test before surgery or during the perioperative period. These 2 groups were risk-matched. Patients with COVID-19 had no significant increase in postoperative complications. Major complications occurred at 13.3% in the pre-COVID-19 group and 7.5% in the post-COVID-19 group. Patients with COVID-19 were more likely to be younger (48 versus 57; P = 0.049) and more likely to have a shorter length of stay in the hospital (3 versus 5.8; P = 0.038).

Conclusions:
In our case series, there was an associated increase in the incidence of overall pulmonary-related complications in the postpandemic group. This study is limited by its small sample size. Further investigation should be carried out on this topic.
Predicting pan-cancer immune-checkpoint therapy and prognosis with a chromatin-accessibility-related alternative splicing signature: a retrospective study
Authors: Li Yitong , Lan Feifei , Lin Yi , Zhu Xiao , Chen Lianzhou 
Published: November 2024

Background:
This study examines alternative splicing (AS) events in genes linked to chromatin accessibility in various cancers and their relation to the tumor immune microenvironment.

Methods:
Data from the Cancer Genome Atlas Database (TCGA) were used to identify independent prognostic factors for pan-cancer. We explored the correlation between differentially expressed genes and tumor immunity, including immune checkpoint genes, tumor development, and immune cells. A regulatory network diagram of alternative splicing-splicing factors (AS-SFs) was constructed to find potential immunotherapy targets.

Results:

IRF5 and E2F8 genes showed significant differential expression in pan-cancer. Age, cancer grade, primary tumor, cancer lymph nodes, and distant metastasis were independent prognostic factors. The risk model achieved good predictive performance, with AUC values of 0.705, 0.746, 0.743, and 0.743 for 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, and 10-year survival predictions, respectively. Positive correlations were found between IRF5/E2F8 and CD274/CTLA4 in certain cancers using TIMER and CIBERSORT software.

Conclusions:
AS events in chromatin accessibility genes (IRF5 and E2F8) have significant predictive value in pan-cancer prognosis. Our model assesses patient survival probability and highlights the synergistic impact of immune checkpoints and the AS-SF regulatory network on tumor immunotherapy.
Anticoagulation for Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery: An American Glaucoma Society Survey
Authors: Pradeep Tejus , Schwartz Turner , Sankar Prithvi S. , Miller-Ellis Eydie G. , Ying Gui-Shang , Cui Qi N. 
Published: November 2024

Précis:
Perspectives and practice patterns regarding perioperative anticoagulation management and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery were queried among surgeons of American Glaucoma Society. Management varied based on surgeon preference and the type of procedure performed.

Purpose:
The purpose of this study was to characterize anticoagulation and antiplatelet practice patterns for minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) in the perioperative period.

Materials and Methods:
This was a survey of surgeons of American Glaucoma Society (AGS) about anticoagulation decision-making for their most performed MIGS procedures.

Results:
A total of 103 surgeons completed the survey, with 43.6% in an academic setting, 49.5% in a private practice setting, and 6.8% in a mixed practice. Median MIGS per month was 10 [interquartile range (IQR) 20–5]. The 2 most performed MIGS were trabecular meshwork (TM) bypass with either device implantation (24.9%) or tissue excision (40.0%). Half of the respondents (50.5%) deferred to the primary care physician about anticoagulation most/all the time. Most (59.3%) managed anticoagulation differently for MIGS compared with trabeculectomy and tube implantation. Respondents reported an average of 1.3 (SD 2.5) bleeding complications related to anticoagulation and MIGS in the last year. Bleeding risk perception depended upon the type of surgery (e.g., 74.0% reported no/mild concern regarding surgeries involving TM bypass with device implantation vs. 48.0% reported high concern for TM bypass with tissue excision). Respondents stopped blood thinners at the highest rates for procedures enhancing aqueous outflow through the subconjunctival space and stopped least frequently for iStent implantation. Antiplatelets were held for a longer duration than anticoagulants before surgery, and most resumed both agents within 1–4 days after surgery.

Conclusions:
Anticoagulation management is highly varied, and this study may help to inform practice guidelines and optimize surgical outcomes by elucidating surgeon perspectives toward MIGS and anticoagulation management.
Multiphase CTA Collateral Score to Identify Intracranial Atherosclerotic Stenosis-Related Large Vessel Occlusion
Authors: Xia Jiajie , Tu Chuanjian , Qian Hui , Gu Zhiwei , Song Dagang , Xu Lei 
Published: November 2024

Objective:
Identification of acute ischemic stroke with large vessel occlusion (AIS-LVO) etiology is crucial for effective revascularization therapy. As collaterals are pivotal in maintaining cerebral perfusion in intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (ICAS), we investigated whether multiphase CT angiography (mCTA) collateral score can be a diagnosis marker of ICAS-related LVO.

Methods:
We reviewed clinical and imaging data from 92 patients who presented with AIS-LVO and underwent mCTA (57 ICAS-related LVO and 35 embolic LVO). Logistic regression was used to identify ICAS-related LVO. The diagnostic accuracy of the mCTA collateral score for identifying ICAS-related LVO was determined using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis.

Results:
Compared with patients with embolic LVO, those with ICAS-related LVO had a high median mCTA collateral score (4 vs. 3; P<0.0001). The multinomial logistic regression analysis revealed a significant increase in the mCTA collateral score (OR: 3.717, 95% CI: 2.009-6.876, P<0.0001) in patients with ICAS-related LVO. ROC analysis revealed that the optimal cutoff point of the mCTA collateral score to diagnosis the ICAS-related LVO was 3.5, the area under the curve (AUC) was 0.817 (95% CI: 0.736-0.899; P<0.0001), sensitivity was 80.7%, and specificity was 74.3%. Further analysis revealed that patients with a 4 to 5 mCTA collateral score exhibited a significantly higher median modified Rankin Scale (mRS) at discharge compared with those with a 0 to 3 score (P=0.0464).

Conclusions:
The mCTA collateral score may be associated with ICAS-related LVO and could be beneficial in identifying the etiology of AIS-LVO.
A Nurse-Led App-Based Home Exercise Program After Total Knee Arthroplasty
Authors: Bak Song-Yi , Uhm Ju-Yeon 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Reduced activity because of pain is a major health issue associated with total knee arthroplasty. This study evaluated the effectiveness of a nurse-led app-based home exercise program for patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty.

Methods
A nonequivalent control group of pretest–posttest design was used. Data from 45 patients were collected. The control group received individualized face-to-face exercise education, whereas the experimental group received training on the use of app-based home exercise education, including exercise videos and app push notifications to encourage exercise after discharge. Pain, range of motion, exercise self-efficacy, and quality of life were measured at baseline and 3 and 12 weeks after surgery. Nursing care satisfaction was evaluated 12 weeks after surgery.

Results
There were significant overall reductions in pain intensity (p = .001), improvements in limited range of motion (p < .001), and increases in exercise self-efficacy (p = .034) and quality of life (p = .033) in the experimental group (n = 22) compared with those in the control group (n = 23). Nursing care satisfaction was significantly higher in the experimental group than in the control group (p < .001).

Conclusions
Rehabilitation nurses can offer app-based home exercise education with push notifications to alleviate pain, enhance range of motion, improve exercise self-efficacy, and increase nursing care satisfaction for patients who have had a knee arthroplasty.
Cross-setting Comparison of Risk Factors for Pressure Injuries Acquired in Post-Acute Care
Authors: Barch Daniel H. , Seibert Julie Hayes , Kandilov Amy , Bernacet Amarilys , Deutsch Anne , Wang Xiao (Joyce) , Scherer Elissa , McMullen Tara , Mandl Stella , Levitt Alan , Frank Jennifer , Stephanopoulos Cynthia , Smith Laura M. 
Published: November 2024

GENERAL PURPOSE
To provide information on the association between risk factors and the development of new or worsened stage 2 to 4 pressure injuries (PIs) in patients in long-term care hospitals (LTCHs), inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs), and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs).

TARGET AUDIENCE
This continuing education activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses with an interest in skin and wound care.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES
After participating in this educational activity, the participant will:
1. Compare the unadjusted PI incidence in SNF, IRF, and LTCH populations.
2. Explain the extent to which the clinical risk factors of functional limitation (bed mobility), bowel incontinence, diabetes/peripheral vascular disease/peripheral arterial disease, and low body mass index are associated with new or worsened stage 2 to 4 PIs across the SNF, IRF, and LTCH populations.
3. Compare the incidence of new or worsened stage 2 to 4 PI development in SNF, IRF, and LTCH populations associated with high body mass index, urinary incontinence, dual urinary and bowel incontinence, and advanced age.

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE
To compare the incidence of new or worsened pressure injuries (PIs) and associated risk factors for their development in inpatient post-acute care settings: long-term care hospitals (LTCHs), inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs), and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs).

METHODS
The authors investigated Medicare Part A SNF resident stays and LTCH patient stays that ended between October 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016 and IRF patient stays that ended between October 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. They calculated the incidence of new or worsened PIs using the specifications of the National Quality Forum-endorsed PI quality measure #0678: Percent of Residents or Patients with Pressure Ulcers that are New or Worsened.

RESULTS
The incidences of new or worsened stages 2 through 4 PIs varied across settings: 1.23% in SNFs, 1.56% in IRFs, and 3.07% in LTCHs. Seven risk factors were positively and consistently associated with new or worsened PIs across settings: limited bed mobility, bowel incontinence, low body mass index, diabetes/peripheral vascular disease/peripheral arterial disease, advanced age, urinary incontinence, and dual urinary and bowel incontinence.

CONCLUSION
These findings provide empirical support for the alignment of risk factors for the PI quality measures across post-acute care settings.
Trauma-Informed Professional Development
Authors: Gilroy Heidi , Thayer Becky , Pine Rosemary , Davis Amanda , Kobina Audrey 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Background and Significance
Nurses are disproportionately affected by mental and physical health problems that are a result of exposure to traumatic events in the workplace.

Purpose
The purpose of this study was to use intervention mapping strategies to construct interventions to address traumatic stress in nurses through trauma-informed professional development (TIPD) in a rehabilitation hospital.

Design
This study used a community-based participatory research design with an intervention mapping approach. Logic models were created through input from theory, evidence from the literature, and feedback from 12 focus groups with leaders, nursing professional development practitioners, and direct-care nurses.

Findings
Major themes in the logic models included safety, empowerment, peer support, and awareness. These findings were used to create specific TIPD interventions to be used with nurses in a rehabilitation hospital.
Grid to Place Cell Connectivity in Eleven Different Rooms
Authors: Aggarwal Anu 
Published: November 2024

AbstractTo understand the grid to place cell connectivity, we took place cell firing data from Moser lab. In MATLAB, we created grid cell firing patterns. Connection weights between the two were learned with backpropagation algorithm. The smaller place fields could be learned from grid cells with single spatial firing frequency. But bigger, multiple and irregular place fields could only be learned from grid cells with multiple spatial firing frequencies. Weights learned were normally distributed with a wider spread and multimodal distribution for rooms with uneven, larger or multiple firing fields. We conclude that each place cell is connected to single modules of grid cells with similar spatial firing frequency. Place cells connected to multi-frequency grid cells are fewer. Our results also show that grid cells resolve the space into spatial distance, orientation, and phase offset. Unique firing patterns of the place cells codify each room with this information.
Skewed-Gaussian model of small-photon-number coherent Ising machines
Authors: Inui Yoshitaka , Ng Edwin , Yamamoto Yoshihisa 
Published: November 2024

A Gaussian quantum theory of bosonic modes has been widely used to describe quantum optical systems, including coherent Ising machines (CIMs) that consist of χ(2) degenerate optical parametric oscillators (DOPOs) as nonlinear elements. However, Gaussian models have been thought to be invalid in the extremely strong-gain-saturation limit. Here, we develop an extended Gaussian model including two third-order fluctuation products, 〈δX̂3〉 and 〈δX̂δP̂2〉, which we call self-skewness and cross-skewness, respectively. This new model which we call the skew-Gaussian model more precisely replicates the success probability predicted by the quantum master equation (QME), relative to Gaussian models. We also discuss the impact of skew variables on the performance of CIMs.

Published by the American Physical Society
2024
Impact of perceived ease of use on impulsive buying behaviour through mobile commerce with hedonic and utilitarian effects
Authors: Soomro Suhaib Ahmed , Habeeb Yusuf Olatunji 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis study investigates the impact of perceived ease of use on mobile shoppers’ inclination to make impulsive purchases in the context of mobile commerce. The authors employ a technology acceptance model to examine how perceived ease of use affects the impulsive tendencies of smartphone users. Additionally, we utilise a motivation orientation framework to understand the moderating effect of utilitarian and hedonic values in the relationship between perceived ease of use and impulsive buying behaviour.Design/methodology/approachA self-administered online survey was conducted on 427 users of mobile commerce applications. Structural equation modelling was employed through SPSS AMOS 26 to analyse the collected data.FindingsAccording to the findings, perceived ease of use has a substantial negative connection with impulsive buying behaviour. This inverse relationship is interesting as it shows that user-friendliness alone may not be enough to drive spontaneous buying. However, hedonic and utilitarian values moderated the connection between perceived ease of use and impulsive buying behaviour.Research limitations/implicationsThe study’s findings will help marketers, policymakers, organisations and academicians comprehend the significance of hedonic and utilitarian values in driving IBB and making rational decisions.Originality/valueThis study contributes to the technology acceptance model and motivation orientations by determining the crucial role of utilitarian-hedonic values in triggering impulsive purchases in the mobile commerce sector of a non-tech savvy developing country.
The influence of directors’ and officers’ liability insurance on management tone manipulation – evidence from China
Authors: Xiong Wei , Liu Tingting , Zhao Xu , Xiao Zihan 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThis paper explores the association between directors’ and officers’ liability insurance (D&O insurance) and management tone manipulation.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses data from A-share listed non-financial companies from 2009 to 2021 as its sample for empirical tests. In addition, the study relies on text analysis and the construction of models to investigate the relationship between D&O insurance and management tone manipulation.FindingsThe authors find that the purchase of D&O insurance will lead to management tone manipulation in the “management discussion and analysis” part of companies’ annual reports, and operating risk and agent cost are the two paths for the effect. Further analysis shows that having a male CEO and employing high-quality auditors can weaken the positive impact of D&O insurance on tone manipulation.Originality/valueThis paper provides a new approach for studying the literature related to D&O insurance and management behavior, and the findings enrich our understanding of the influencing factors and the mechanism of management tone manipulation, thus revealing policy implications for further standardization of the terms and system of D&O insurance in China.
The impact of corporate governance on the cancer waiting time target of the English National Health Service hospitals
Authors: Alta’any Mohammad , Tauringana Venancio , Achiro Laura Obwona 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This paper aims to examine the impact of a board-level governance bundle (i.e. size, independence, expertise, meetings, gender diversity and multiple directorships) on the non-financial performance of National Health Service (NHS) hospitals – and, separately, by hospital type (i.e. trusts hospitals and foundation trusts hospitals).

Design/methodology/approach
A logit regression for panel data is used for a sample of 128 NHS trusts and foundation trusts across England from 2014 to 2018. The data was hand-collected from NHS hospitals’ annual reports and Care Quality Commission reports. The cancer waiting time target (i.e. 62-day cancer referral and treatment target) is used to measure non-financial performance.

Findings
The main findings for NHS hospitals indicate that multiple directorships positively and significantly affect non-financial performance. However, board expertise and gender diversity have a negative and significant influence. When the sample is partitioned, the results remain the same for the NHS foundation trusts hospitals. For NHS trust hospitals, except for multiple directorships having a positive and significant effect, all remaining governance attributes have an insignificant impact.

Practical implications
The findings have implications for policymakers and practitioners as they move to implement measures to improve hospital performance against the cancer waiting time targets in the English NHS.

Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study to examine the impact of corporate governance on cancer waiting time targets in public hospitals. Overall, this paper contributes to the corporate governance literature, especially in the context of public hospitals, and has significant practical and theoretical implications.