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Survey shows that Swedish healthcare professionals have a positive attitude towards surrogacy but the health of the child is a concern
Authors: Armuand G , Lampic C , Skoog‐Svanberg A , Wånggren K , Sydsjö G 
Published: August 2017

AbstractAimIn February 2016, Sweden upheld its ban on surrogacy following a Government enquiry. This survey investigated attitudes towards surrogacy among primary health professionals working with children and their experiences of working with families following surrogacy abroad.MethodsFrom April to November 2016, nurses, physicians and psychologist working in primary child health care in four counties in Sweden were invited to participate in a cross‐sectional online survey about surrogacy.ResultsThe mean age of the 208 participants was 49.2 years (range 27–68) and nearly 91% were women. Approximately 60% supported legalised surrogacy. Wanting a conscience clause to be introduced in Sweden was associated with not supporting surrogacy for any groups, while personal experiences of infertility and clinical experiences with families following surrogacy were associated with positive attitudes towards surrogacy for heterosexual couples. The majority (64%) disagreed that surrogate children were as healthy as other children, and many believed that they risked worse mental health (21%) and social stigmatisation (21%).ConclusionWe found that 60% supported legalised surrogacy, but many expressed concerns about the children's health and greater knowledge about the medical and psychosocial consequences of surrogacy is needed.
Synthesis and photochemical reaction of benzo[a]quinoxalino[2,3‐c]phenazine dyes
Authors: Podsiadły Radosław , Sokołowska Jolanta , Kolińska Jolanta , Grzelakowska Aleksandra 
Published: August 2017

Novel dyes based on the benzo[a]quinoxalino[2,3‐c]phenazine skeleton and necessary intermediates (benzo[a]phenazine‐5,6‐diones) were synthesized. The heterocyclic dyes and benzo[a]phenazine‐5,6‐diones were characterized using 1H nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and chemical ion (CI) mass spectrometry. Their spectral properties, such as absorption and emission spectra and fluorescence quantum yield, were also measured. Experimental results demonstrated that photolysis of benzo[a]quinoxalino[2,3‐c]phenazine dyes in 2‐propanol and cyclohexene oxide leads to dihydro derivatives. The same product is formed during irradiation of dye/iodonium salt photoredox pairs in monomers. These compounds absorb incident light at longer wavelength and act as in situ sensitizers. Thus, when a composition was irradiated with a xenon lamp through a 395 cutoff filter, higher conversion was achieved than under monochromatic light.
Dermatopathology 101. Part 2 – Skin tumors
Authors: Liersch Julia , von Köckritz Amelie , Schaller Jörg 
Published: August 2017

SummaryThe present CME article highlights fundamental aspects with respect to the histopathology of the most common skin tumors (epidermal, adnexal, melanocytic, and mesenchymal), their laboratory workup, as well as the importance of supplementary immunohistochemical and molecular studies. The information provided is meant to assist experienced clinicians in choosing the correct biopsy technique and in interpreting dermatopathology reports, and to provide dermatology residents with a better understanding of dermatopathology. Similar to inflammatory dermatoses, the diagnosis of skin tumors, too, requires the close cooperation between clinicians and dermatopathologists. The diagnostic quality and the resultant therapeutic approach can be significantly improved if this collaboration is based on the same dermatological understanding.
The Influences of Media, Power, and Male Communication on Concession Making by Females during Negotiations
Authors: Johnson Norman A. , Cooper Randolph B. , Holowczak Richard D. 
Published: August 2017

ABSTRACTResearch indicates that females' economic negotiated outcomes are generally worse than those of males. However, this research has also noted several circumstances when females' economic outcomes are at least as good as those of males. In the present study, we explore this equivocal pattern of outcomes with a focus on concessions that females make as they negotiate with males over two media, audio and instant messaging (IM). We proposed and tested a model to explain these concessions and how they are influenced by elements of the negotiation context, including the medium, resource power, and the degree that positive affect is communicated by males to females. Our predictions are based on role congruity theory. We predicted and found that females tend to have poorer economic negotiated outcomes due to greater concession making when they use an audio rather than IM media and when they have more resource power. In addition, we found that females tend to fare poorer economically with the combination of having more resource power and negotiating using audio, than would be expected based on the simple sum of the effects of resource power and using audio. Finally, we found that when females have resource power and positive affect is communicated by their male partners, females tend to fare better economically. These findings suggest choices that both females and males can make so as to enhance their economic outcomes. For example, when they can choose the negotiation medium, females should choose to negotiate over IM rather than audio, while males should choose audio rather than IM.
Progression rate of severity of aortic stenosis in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
Authors: Bois John P. , Crowson Cynthia S. , Khullar Tamanna , Achenbach Sara J. , Krause Megan L. , Mankad Rekha 
Published: August 2017

ObjectiveValvular heart disease is common in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, there is uncertainty about how often to perform echocardiographic surveillance in this population. The objective of this study was to assess the progression rate of mild and moderate aortic stenosis (AS) in patients with RA.MethodsA population‐based cohort of patients with RA and either mild (2.0–2.9 m/second) or moderate (3.0–3.9 m/second) AS was identified. Demographic, clinical, and echocardiographic data were collected. Annual progression rate of AS was then calculated for the study cohort and the impact of pertinent RA variables on progression rate determined.ResultsSixty‐eight patients with RA and mild or moderate AS met the inclusion requirements. Peak aortic valve (AV) velocity and mean AV gradient increased during the study period, whereas AV area decreased, consistent with progression of AS (P<.001). Mean (SD) annual increase in peak AV jet velocity was 0.05 m/second (0.01) and in mean AV gradient was 1.0 mm Hg (0.18). Mean annual decrease in AV area was 0.04 (0.01) cm2. The progression rate of AS was higher in patients with increased erythrocyte sedimentation rates (ESR) (P=.001).ConclusionsThe rate of AS progression in the RA population was higher in patients with increased ESR but less than that of the reported rate of AS progression in the general population. Although the cause for this finding is uncertain, these results suggest that patients with RA who have mild or moderate AS should undergo echocardiographic surveillance for disease progression similar to that of the general population.
Comments on Fabian Freyenhagen, Adorno's Practical Philosophy
Authors: Allen Amy 
Published: August 2017

AbstractIn this paper, I offer some critical comments on Fabian Freyenhagen's book, Adorno's Practical Philosophy. Although I am largely in agreement with many of his arguments about the value of Adorno's negativism for contemporary critical theory, I raise a few critical questions that are grouped around the following three headings: immanent critique, objectivism, and skepticism. My primary aim in pursuing these questions is not to haggle over fine points of Adorno interpretation but rather to consider how these three issues bear systematically on the vision for critical theory that Freyenhagen has put forward.
Procedural findings and ablation outcome in patients with atrial fibrillation referred after two or more failed catheter ablations
Authors: Mohanty Sanghamitra , Trivedi Chintan , Gianni Carola , Della Rocca Domenico Giovanni , Morris Eli Hamilton , Burkhardt J. David , Sanchez Javier E. , Horton Rodney , Gallinghouse G. Joseph , Hongo Richard , Beheiry Salwa , Al‐Ahmad Amin , Di Biase Luigi , Natale Andrea 
Published: August 2017

AbstractIntroductionThis study reports the procedural findings and ablation outcome in AF patients referred after ≥2 failed PV isolation (PVI).MethodsThree hundred and five consecutive AF patients referred after ≥2 PVI were included in the analysis. High‐dose isoproterenol challenge was used to identify PV reconnection and non‐PV triggers; the latter were ablated based on the operator's discretion during the index procedure. At the repeat procedure, non‐PV triggers were ablated in all. Empirical isolation of LA appendage (LAA) and coronary sinus (CS) was performed if the PVs were silent and no non‐PV triggers were detected.ResultsPV reconnection was detected in 226 and non‐PV triggers were identified or empirically isolated in 285 patients during the index procedure. At follow‐up, 182 (60%) patients were recurrence‐free off‐AAD; the success rate with and without non‐PV ablation was 81% vs. 8% (P < 0.0001). 104 patients underwent repeat procedure with non‐PV trigger ablation in all. At 1 year, 90% were arrhythmia free off‐AAD in non‐PV ablation group, and 72% who did not receive non‐PV triggers ablation at the index procedure (P = 0.035). The success rate of empirical LAA and CS isolation was 78.5% and 82% after the index and repeat procedure, respectively.ConclusionIn patients experiencing AF recurrence after multiple failed PVI, despite PV reconnection, non‐PV triggers were found to be responsible for AF maintenance in the majority and ablating those triggers increased ablation success. Additionally, in the presence of permanent PVI and no non‐PV triggers on isoproterenol, empirical isolation of LAA and CS provided high rate of arrhythmia‐free survival.
Telocytes play a key role in prostate tissue organisation during the gland morphogenesis
Authors: Sanches Bruno D. A. , Maldarine Juliana S. , Zani Bruno C. , Tamarindo Guilherme H. , Biancardi Manoel F. , Santos Fernanda C. A. , Rahal Paula , Góes Rejane M. , Felisbino Sérgio L. , Vilamaior Patricia S. L. , Taboga Sebastião R. 
Published: August 2017

AbstractTelocytes are CD34‐positive interstitial cells, known to exert several functions, one of which is a role in tissue organisation, previously demonstrated by telocytes in the myocardium. The existence of telocytes in the prostate has recently been reported, however, there is a lack of information regarding the function of these cells in prostate tissue, and information regarding the possible role of these cells in prostatic development. This study used immunofluorescence techniques in prostate tissue and prostatic telocytes in culture to determine the relationship between telocytes and prostate morphogenesis. Furthermore, immunofluorescent labelling of telocytes was performed on prostate tissue at different stages of early postnatal development. Initially, CD34‐positive cells are found at the periphery of the developing alveoli, later in the same region, c‐kit‐positive cells and cells positive for both factors are verified and CD34‐positive cells were predominantly observed in the interalveolar stroma and the region surrounding the periductal smooth muscle. Fluorescence assays also demonstrated that telocytes secrete TGF‐β1 and are ER‐Beta (ERβ) positive. The results suggest that telocytes play a changing role during development, initially supporting the differentiation of periductal and perialveolar smooth muscle, and later, producing dense networks that separate alveoli groups and form a barrier between the interalveolar region and periurethral smooth muscle. We conclude that telocytes play a relevant role in prostate tissue organisation during postnatal development.
Synergistic effect of sodium hypochlorite and ultrasound bath in the decontamination of fresh arugulas
Authors: Francisco Crislaine Aparecida Inocêncio , Araújo Naves Emiliane Andrade , Ferreira Deusmaque Carneiro , Rosário Denes Kaic Alves Do , Cunha Márcio Ferraz , Bernardes Patrícia Campos 
Published: August 2017

AbstractSanitization is a critical step for the reduction of microbial contaminants in fruits and vegetables in an effort to lessen the occurrence of foodborne diseases. The efficiency of different chemical compounds, either individually or combined with ultrasound treatment, in decontaminating fresh arugulas was evaluated here. The main physicochemical properties and the natural microbiota of arugulas were evaluated after sanitization for 5 min at 25 °C. The synergistic effect of ultrasound and sodium hypochlorite led to the best outcome. Ultrasound treatment improved the bactericidal effect of sodium hypochlorite (100 mg/L), leading to a reduction of 1.46 log cycles in relation to the non‐sanitized samples, whereas sodium hypochlorite itself provided a 0.85 log cycle reduction. This synergism is due to the ability of ultrasound‐induced cavitation to form oxidizing free radicals (e.g., ·OH and ·Cl), in addition to its mechanical energy input that facilitates the permeation of hypochlorous acid molecules into microbial cells. It is noteworthy that this mechanical action also favors the removal of microbial biofilms and cell disintegration. The residual chlorine content was lower than that recommended by the current legislation for public water supply. The combined action did not significantly alter the physicochemical and colorimetric properties of the arugulas. Therefore, this sanitization protocol denotes a promising alternative for the decontamination of fruits and vegetables in the food industry and in food processing facilities.Practical applicationsCurrently, there has been an increase in the demand for fresh food as well as an increase in the number of food outbreaks involving these products. In this context, to reduce microbial contamination, this research presents an alternative sanitization method that can be easily used in food processing units for decontamination of vegetables, increasing the microbiological safety of the final product to the consumer.
Effects of natural antimicrobials with modified atmosphere packaging on the growth kinetics of Listeria monocytogenes in ravioli at various temperatures
Authors: Ro Eun Young , Kim Geun Su , Kwon Do Young , Park Young Min , Cho Sang Woo , Lee Sang Yun , Yeo Ik Hyun , Yoon Ki Sun 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThe objective of this study was to investigate the antimicrobial effects of cultured sugar/vinegar (CSV) blend and nisin to control the risk of Listeria monocytogenes in ready to cook (RTC) ravioli. Ravioli dough was prepared with 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 1% CSV blend and 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3% nisin. Inoculated spinach or artichoke raviolis with 2.0 ± 0.5 log cfu/g of L. monocytogenes were packed aerobically or using modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), and then stored at 4, 10, 17, and 24 °C for 60 days. Growth kinetic parameters of the observed data fit well to the Baranyi equation. Ravioli with spinach filling materials yielded a higher risk than that with artichoke. L. monocytogenes was able to survive in ravioli with artichoke, but did not grow. The addition of 1% CSV blend or 0.3% nisin in spinach ravioli with the combination of MAP effectively controlled the growth of L. monocytogenes at the temperature below 10 °C. The organoleptic quality of spinach ravioli was not also affected by the application of 1% CSV blend. Therefore, the CSV blend can be recommended to improve the microbial safety and quality of natural RTC ravioli at retail market.Practical applicationsThe risk of ravioli was affected by the filling materials of ravioli at retail market. Addition of 1% cultured sugar/vinegar blend in dough substantially contributes to the extension of shelf‐life of MAP spinach raviolis. classification and regression tree analysis results indicate that refrigeration temperature is the main control factor to affect lag time and growth rate, while packaging method is critical for maximum population density.
Option pricing in the moderate deviations regime
Authors: Friz Peter , Gerhold Stefan , Pinter Arpad 
Published: August 2017

AbstractWe consider call option prices close to expiry in diffusion models, in an asymptotic regime (“moderately out of the money”) that interpolates between the well‐studied cases of at‐the‐money and out‐of‐the‐money regimes. First and higher order small‐time moderate deviation estimates of call prices and implied volatilities are obtained. The expansions involve only simple expressions of the model parameters, and we show how to calculate them for generic local and stochastic volatility models. Some numerical computations for the Heston model illustrate the accuracy of our results.
Reclassification of Hart and Northwest Africa 6047: Criteria for distinguishing between CV and CK3 chondrites
Authors: Dunn Tasha L. , Gross Juliane 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThe single parent body model for the CV and CK chondrites (Greenwood et al. ) was challenged by Dunn et al. (), who argued that magnetite compositions could not be reconciled by a single metamorphic sequence (i.e., CV3 → CK3 → CK4–6). Cr isotopic compositions, which are distinguishable between the CV and CK chondrites, also support two different parent bodies (Yin et al. ). Despite this, there are many petrographic and mineralogical similarities between the unequilibrated (petrologic type 3) CK chondrites and the CV chondrites (also type 3), which may result in misclassification of samples. Hart and Northwest Africa 6047 (NWA 6047) are an excellent example of this. In this study, we revisit the classification of Hart and NWA 6047 using magnetite compositions, petrography, and compositions of olivine, the most ubiquitous mineral in both CV and CK chondrites. Not only do our results suggest that NWA 6047 and Hart were misclassified, but our assessment of CV and CK3 chondrites has also led to the development of criteria that can be used to distinguish between CV and CK3 chondrites. These criteria include: abundances of Cr2O3, TiO2, NiO, and Al2O3 in magnetite; Fa content and NiO abundance of matrix olivine; FeO content of chondrules; and the chondrule:matrix ratio. Classification as a CV chondrite is also supported by the presence of igneous chondrule rims, calcium‐aluminum‐rich inclusions, and an elongated petrofabric. However, none of these petrographic characteristics can be used conclusively to distinguish between CV and CK3 chondrites.
A Complex Legacy: Louis Bouyer and the Metaphysics of the Reformation
Authors: Aspray Silvianne 
Published: August 2017

AbstractBased on a discussion of Louis Bouyer's thesis about the metaphysics of the Reformation in The Spirit and Forms of Protestantism, this essay considers the methodological and hermeneutical issues involved in enquiring into the metaphysical commitments of Reformation theology. A case study of the theology of the Reformer Peter Martyr Vermigli is employed for the argument that Reformation metaphysics was a hybrid of elements pertaining both to a nominalist and a participatory ontology. This argument is then taken further by a reflection on the history of reception of the metaphysical complexity which is at the heart of the Reformation legacy.
Implicit Bias, Moods, and Moral Responsibility
Authors: Madva Alex 
Published: August 2017

AbstractAre individuals morally responsible for their implicit biases? One reason to think not is that implicit biases are often advertised as unconscious, ‘introspectively inaccessible’ attitudes. However, recent empirical evidence consistently suggests that individuals are aware of their implicit biases, although often in partial and inarticulate ways. Here I explore the implications of this evidence of partial awareness for individuals' moral responsibility. First, I argue that responsibility comes in degrees. Second, I argue that individuals' partial awareness of their implicit biases makes them (partially) morally responsible for them. I argue by analogy to a close relative of implicit bias: moods.
Geochronological and Geochemical Constraints on the Petrogenesis and Geodynamic Setting of the Daheishan Porphyry Mo Deposit, Northeast China
Authors: Zheng Wei , Yu Xiao‐Fei 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThe Daheishan Mo deposit of the Lesser Xing'an–Zhangguangcai Range metallogenic belt in northeast China is a super‐large molybdenum deposit with Mo reserves of 1.09 Mt. The Mo mineralization occurs mainly in a granodiorite porphyry. Zircon SIMS U–Pb dating yields a crystallization age of 168.3 ± 1.4 Ma for the granodiorite porphyry. Molybdenite Re–Os dating indicates that Mo mineralization occurred at 169.2 ± 1.2 Ma. These geochronological data indicate that these magmatic and hydrothermal activities occurred during the Middle Jurassic. The granodiorite porphyry can be classified as high‐K calc‐alkaline series, and the rare earth elements (REE) are characterized by a significant fractionation between light REE (LREE) and heavy REE (HREE) with slightly positive Eu anomalies (Eu/Eu* = 1.08–1.12). Large ion lithophile elements (e.g., Rb, U, K, and Pb) are enriched, whereas high field strength elements (e.g., Nb, Ta, Ti, HREEs, and Yb) are strongly depleted. The granodiorite porphyry is also characterized by initial strontium isotope ratios (87Sr/86Sr)i of 0.70460–0.70482 and magmatic zircon δ18O values of 5.2–6.5 ‰ that are similar to those of the mantle. Zircon ɛHf(t) and whole‐rock εNd(t) values range from 5.6 to 9.9 and 0.8 to 1.1, respectively. The two‐stage Nd model ages (TDM2) are in the range of 868–894 Ma, similar to Hf model ages, indicating that the parent magma has a uniform source and primarily originated from a juvenile crustal source. Combined with the regional geological history, geochemistry of the Daheishan granodiorite porphyry, and new isotopic age data, we propose that the formation of the Daheishan porphyry Mo deposit is likely related to the subduction of the Paleo‐Pacific Plate.
The Effects of Local Government Consolidation on Turnout: Evidence from a Quasi‐Experiment in Switzerland
Authors: Koch Philippe , Rochat Philippe E. 
Published: August 2017

AbstractIn the last decades, municipal mergers have been one major element of local government reforms in Switzerland and beyond. In this article, we describe and analyze the political effects of this development. We use a quasi‐experimental setting to test the impact of municipal mergers on electoral participation. We find that in merged municipalities, the decrease in turnout is significantly stronger than in non‐merged municipalities. Further, the effect is more pronounced in relatively small localities. There is a temporal dimension to this effect—that is, turnout drops mainly in the first election after the first merger, but not so much after the second or third merger. Hence, the study provides a skeptical yet differentiated perspective on the democratic consequences of municipal mergers and points to further research avenues to develop a more comprehensive understanding of local government consolidation.