bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty under Local Anesthesia for Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures: A Prospective Interventional Study
Authors: Gupta Dhruv , Agarwal Varun Kumar 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Background:
Majority of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) present with back pain and some of them with spinal deformity. PVP not only helps in pain relief but also the correction of spinal deformity with least postoperative morbidity. PVP through transpedicular approach is a minimally invasive procedure which can be done under local anesthesia, without muscle splitting, with short hospital stay and minimal complications compared to other techniques used.

Aim:
The aim of this study was to evaluate the functional outcomes following PVP in OVCFs under local anesthesia.

Materials and Methods:
This interventional study was conducted between November 2020 and October 2021 in the orthopedic department. This study included 40 patients with back pain with failure of conservative treatment for at least 3 weeks without nerve root compression sign with evidence of OVCFs on X-ray and Kummel sign positive who underwent PVP under local anesthesia. The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) have been used for pre- and postoperative clinical assessment of the patients, and follow-up was done at 24 h, 1 month, and 6 months postoperatively.

Results:
Maximum patients were in the age group of 51–60 years, and 60% of the patients were females. Sixty-five percent of patients had lumbar vertebral fractures and 35% had dorsal vertebral fractures. The mean operative time of PVP was 34.78 min. The mean preoperative VAS and ODI scores were 7.03 and 42, respectively. The postoperative VAS and ODI scores were dramatically improved at each follow-up interval (P < 0.0001). The complications associated with the procedure were very less, in 5% of patients asymptomatic cement leakage was seen, 15% patients had pain at the needle site and in rest 80% no complication was seen.

Conclusion:
PVP has been shown to be a safe, effective, and minimally invasive alternative for the treatment of OVCFs. The procedure proved to be advantageous as it had shorter operative time, less blood loss, early recovery period, less postoperative work disability, lesser rate of complications, and scarring, clearly pointing toward a better acceptance of the percutaneous techniques.
Factors associated with postprandial hypertriglyceridemia and carotid atherosclerosis in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Juvvadi Rithima , Reddy K. Shivaraj , Reddy K. Sindhuja 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Background:
As type 2 diabetic patients have significant postprandial lipid abnormalities, which have a strong and independent association with carotid atherosclerosis (CAS), carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) is increased in patients with postprandial hypertriglyceridemia despite normal fasting triglyceride (FTG) levels.

Objective:
The objective of the study was to study the association of various factors with postprandial hypertriglyceridemia and CAS in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Materials and Methods:
A hospital-based, cross-sectional study was carried out among 50 cases of type 2 diabetes. Factors such as age, sex, duration of diabetes, complications of diabetes, lipid profile, and blood sugar were studied. Carotid artery Doppler was done by B-mode ultrasound using a 7.5 MHz transducer with an annular array ultrasound imaging system.

Results:
The mean duration of diabetes was significantly longer in those with high FTG and postprandial triglyceride (PPTG) levels. The mean serum total cholesterol was also significantly higher in those with high FTG and PPTG levels (P < 0.05). The mean carotid artery intima-media thickness was increased in those with high FTG and PPTG levels. Other factors were not significantly associated with hypertriglyceridemia or CIMT >1 mm. The mean FTGs and mean PPTG levels were significantly increased in the CIMT >1 mm group compared to the CIMT <1 mm group (P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
There was a significant association between FTGs and the levels of PPTGs with CAS. The risk factors for high FTG and PPTG levels were duration of diabetes and high cholesterol levels. The only risk factor for CAS was increased FTG and PPTG levels.
Efficient joint power allocation for mitigating intracluster interference in clustered NOMA system
Authors: Mounchili Salifou , Hamouda Soumaya 
Published: September 2024

AbstractIn recent years, the growing demand for massive connectivity has focused researchers' attention on next‐generation radio access techniques. Nonorthogonal multiple access (NOMA) is a candidate for supporting massive connectivity. However, NOMA systems generate severe intracluster interference, which affects user groups (clusters) with low channel gain differences because of user clustering and the low power disparity between users. Therefore, multiuser NOMA clustering and power management policies must be adopted. We propose schemes for multiuser clustering and joint power allocation. We analytically formulate power allocation for a given signal‐to‐interference‐plus‐noise ratio considering users in the cluster with different and similar locations (channel gains) in the cell. The formulation is then applied to NOMA clusters. Finally, we evaluate the optimal cluster size according to the number of users. The proposed schemes outperform other approaches in terms of total cluster throughput and user throughput with the highest channel gain.
Early History of the Christmas Vladimir Monastery
Authors: Морозова Л.Е. 
Published: September 2024

Статья посвящена истории покровительства великого князя Всеволода Большое Гнездо и его потомков над монастырем Рождества Пресвятой Богородицы города Владимира. Также автор обращает внимание на судьбу игуменов, окормлявших великокняжескую семью, которые впоследствии становились епископами Ростова, Суздаля и Владимира. Автор также обращает внимание на тот факт, что монастырь Рождества Пресвятой Богородицы усилиями его ктиторов не только превратился в место упокоения потомков великого князя Всеволода Большое Гнездо (например, святого благоверного князя Александра Ярославича Невского), но на рубеже XII–XIII вв. стал одним из центров книжности Древней Руси, центром общерусского летописания.
The article is devoted to the history of patronage that Grand Prince Vsevolod the Big Nest and his descendants provided to the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos Monastery in the town of Vladimir. Attention is also paid to the fate of hegumens who took care of the Grand Prince family and later became bishops of Rostov, Suzdal and Vladimir. Also, attention is drawn to the fact that due to the efforts of its ktitors, the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos Monastery turned into a place of repose for the descendants of Grand Prince Vsevolod the Big Nest (for example, for the Holy Noble Prince Alexander Yaroslavich Nevsky), and at the turn of the 12th‑13th centuries, it became one of the booklore centers in Ancient Rus’, the center of all-Russian chronicle-writing.
Implikasi Aliran Esensialisme dalam Budaya Pendidikan Indonesia di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Nadhyva Maulida Farih  , Dya A’yun  
Published: September 2024

Essentialism describes schools as the main agent of student character building by emphasizing local cultural values, such as honesty, discipline, responsibility, and mutual respect. The purpose of this study is to find out the implications of essentialism in emphasizing local cultural values, the importance of basic knowledge, and character education that have a positive impact on student development in facing the challenges of everyday life. The method of data collection used is by collecting literature studies in the form of books, journals and interviewing teachers of SDN Patengteng 1. The results of the study of essentialism in education encourage the integration of cultural values, basic knowledge includes subjects such as math, science, language and history. The essentialism approach has a primary focus on student character building. Through this approach, students can develop positive attitudes and good behavior in daily life while understanding and appreciating the cultural diversity around them.
Predictors of sexual activity and function in women and men with multiple sclerosis – a preliminary study
Authors: Matusik Edyta , Czepczor-Bernat Kamila , Lewicka Barbara , Chmiel-Szajner Sylwia 
Published: September 2024

IntroductionSexual dysfunction (SD) is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS) that is often underdiagnosed. The aim of the study was to determine predictors of sexual activity and function in patients with multiple sclerosis.Material and MethodsA total of 134 MS patients were included in the study. Sexual activity and function were assessed by the Changes in Sexual Functioning Questionnaire (CSFQ). Symptoms of sexual dysfunction related to multiple sclerosis (the Multiple Sclerosis Intimacy and Sexuality Questionnaire-19; MSISQ-19), disability status in multiple sclerosis (the Expanded Disability Status Scale; EDSS), gender and age were also taken into account.ResultsAs preliminary analyses for the regression model, Pearson correlation analysis was performed. This analysis indicated that all predictors (gender, age, EDSS score, and all three MSISQ-19 subscales) were significantly associated with the explained variable (sexual activity and function) in the expected direction. Finally, hierarchical regression showed that significant predictors of sexual activity and function were: (a) male gender, (b) age (negative relationship), and (c) primary sexual dysfunction symptoms (negative relationship).ConclusionsSexual activity and function can be predicted by using the MSISQ-19, which makes it a useful tool for communication between clinicians and patients.
Statistical comparison of electron precipitation during auroral breakups occurring either near the open–closed field line boundary or in the central part of the auroral oval
Authors: Grandin Maxime , Partamies Noora , Virtanen Ilkka I. 
Published: September 2024

Abstract. Auroral electron precipitation during a substorm exhibits complex spatiotemporal variations which are still not fully understood, especially during the very dynamic phase immediately following the onset. Since during disturbed times, the auroral oval typically extends across several hundreds of kilometres in the latitudinal direction, one may expect that precipitating electron spectra differ at locations close to the open–closed field line boundary (OCB) compared to the central part of the auroral oval. We carry out a statistical study based on 57 auroral breakups associated with substorm onsets observed above Tromsø (66.7° N geomagnetic latitude, i.e. central oval) and 25 onsets occurring above Svalbard (75.4° N geomagnetic latitude, i.e. poleward boundary) between 2015 and 2022. The events were selected based on the availability of both optical observations and field-aligned incoherent scatter radar measurements. Those are two sets of different substorms; hence, we compare solar wind driving conditions and geomagnetic indices for the two event lists in the statistical sense. Using the ELectron SPECtrum (ELSPEC) method (based on the inversion of the electron density profile) on the radar data, we retrieve precipitating electron fluxes within 1–100 keV around each onset time, and we apply the superposed epoch analysis method to the electron spectra at each location. We compare the statistical precipitation characteristics above both sites in terms of the peak differential flux, the energy of the peak, the integrated energy flux, and their time evolution during the minutes following the onset. We find that the integrated energy flux associated with events occurring in the central part of the auroral oval (Tromsø) exhibit a sharp peak of up to 25 mW m−2 in the first 2 min following the auroral breakup before decreasing and maintaining stable values of around 7 mW m−2 for at least 20 min. In turn, no initial peak is seen near the open–closed field line boundary (Svalbard), and values remain low throughout (1–2 mW m−2). A comparison of the median spectra indicates that the precipitating flux of > 10 keV electrons is lower above Svalbard than above Tromsø by a factor of at least 10, which may partly explain the differences. However, it proves difficult to conclude whether the differences originate from the latitude at which the auroral breakup takes place or from the fact that the breakups seen from Svalbard occur Equatorward from the radar beam, which only sees expansion-phase precipitation after a few minutes.
Modelling the water isotope distribution in the Mediterranean Sea using a high-resolution oceanic model (NEMO-MED12-watiso v1.0): evaluation of model results against in situ observations
Authors: Ayache Mohamed , Dutay Jean-Claude , Mouchet Anne , Tachikawa Kazuyo , Risi Camille , Ramstein Gilles 
Published: September 2024

Abstract. Stable water isotopes (δ18Ow and δDw) have been successfully implemented for the first time in a high-resolution model of the Mediterranean Sea (NEMO-MED12). In this numerical study, model results are compared with available in situ observations to evaluate the model performance of the present-day distribution of stable water isotopes and their relationship with salinity on a sub-basin scale. There is good agreement between the modelled and observed distributions of δ18Ow in the surface water. The model successfully simulates the observed east–west gradient of δ18Ow characterising surface, intermediate, and deep waters. The results also show good agreement between the simulated δDw and the in situ data. The δDw shows a strong linear relationship with δ18Ow (r2=0.98) and salinity (r2=0.94) for the whole Mediterranean Sea. Moreover, the modelled relationships between δ18Ow and salinity agree well with observations, with a weaker slope in the eastern basin than in the western basin. We investigate the relationship of the isotopic signature of the planktonic foraminifera shells (δ18Oc) with temperature and the influence of seasonality. Our results suggest a more quantitative use of δ18O records, combining reconstruction with modelling approaches.
O impacto da inteligência artificial na inclusão de pessoas com deficiência no mercado de trabalho
Authors: Milan Davi , Vieira Dantas Campostrini , Ventura Luiz Claudio Locatelli , Lucena João Batista , Rodrigues Renata do Monte , Rossone Felipe de Oliveira , Antunes Elaine Samora Carvalho e França , Santos Fabia Cunha Ferreira , Brandão Paula Paraguassú 
Published: September 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar como a inteligência artificial (IA) pode ser utilizada para criar oportunidades e facilitar a inclusão de pessoas com deficiência no mercado de trabalho. A pergunta norteadora, se resume, em como a inteligência artificial pode ser aplicada para promover a inclusão de pessoas com deficiência no mercado de trabalho, aumentando suas oportunidades de emprego e melhorando suas condições de trabalho? A metodologia utilizada neste estudo inclui uma revisão bibliográfica de artigos acadêmicos, relatórios de organizações especializadas, e estudos de caso de empresas que implementaram soluções de IA voltadas para a inclusão de pessoas com deficiência. A análise dos dados será qualitativa, focando nas aplicações práticas da IA e nos impactos percebidos pelos usuários. Resultados Os resultados esperados deste estudo incluem a identificação de diversas aplicações de IA que promovem a inclusão de pessoas com deficiência no mercado de trabalho, tais como softwares de reconhecimento de voz e imagem, chatbots acessíveis, e plataformas de recrutamento inclusivas. Além disso, espera-se demonstrar como essas tecnologias podem melhorar a eficiência, a produtividade e a satisfação no trabalho para pessoas com deficiência. O estudo também visa destacar os desafios e as limitações da implementação dessas tecnologias, propondo recomendações para a sua adoção eficaz e sustentável.
Acute effect of gold nanoparticles on neuropathic pain in a model of regional complex pain syndrome
Authors: Gastaldi Alessandra Betina , Delmonego Larissa , Plautz Katherine , Cavichioli Natalia , Packer Maria Helena , Weinfurter Júlia de Oliveira , Engster Maria Paula , Pereira Eduardo Manoel , Prá Samira Dal-Toé de , Magro Débora Delwing-Dal , Lima Daniela Delwing-de 
Published: September 2024

We evaluated the effects of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) administered in the acute phase of an animal model of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I (CRPS-I). Oxidative stress parameters [substances reactive to thiobarbituric acid (TBA-RS), total sulfhydryl content (SH), protein carbonyl content and the activities of catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px)] and pain, through mechanical and thermal allodynia, were evaluated in the blood and sciatic nerves of mice. Animals were anesthetized and an elastic tourniquet was used around the left hind paw for 120 minutes, followed by measurements of the mechanical threshold and thermal. Animals received intraperitoneal administrations of AuNPs at concentrations of 2.5 mg/L, 7.0 mg/L and 22.0 mg/L, Ankyrin Transient Potential Receptor 1 (TRPA1) antagonist (HC030031) or saline vehicle after induction of CRPS-I. AuNPs showed significant results in thermal and mechanical anti-allodynic effects on day 1 (2.5 mg/L), days 2 and 3 (7.0 and 22.0 mg/L). The TRPA1 reduced mechanical allodynia (days 1 and 2) and thermal allodynia (days 1, 2 and 3), in addition to reversing the changes caused by CRPS-I in oxidative stress. The CRPS-I model increased TBA-RS, reduced the total sulfhydryl content and increased CAT activity. The results showed that, at all concentrations, AuNPs reversed the increase in CAT. At 7.0 mg/L partially reversed and at 22.0 mg/L completely reversed the increase in TBA-RS levels and at 22.0 mg/L reversed the reduction in sulfhydryl content.
Proposta de educação midiática a partir de uma visão interdisciplinar
Authors: Leão Vicente de Paula , Leão Letícia Carvalho , Melo Joice Darlene de , Ladeira Francisco Fernandes , Melo Érica Veloso de , Lara Maximiliano Vale de Resende 
Published: September 2024

A internet alterou de maneira significa a forma como produzimos e consumimos informações. Diferentemente dos tradicionais veículos de comunicação – como rádio, jornal impresso e televisão –, em que um único emissor replica uma mensagem para centenas, milhares ou mesmo milhões de receptores; na rede mundial de computadores todos os usuários são potenciais criadores e distribuidores de conteúdos. Para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem, isso significa acesso facilitado ao conhecimento historicamente produzido pela humanidade. Em contrapartida, pela internet também podem ser reproduzidas em larga escala falsificações científicas e notícias falsas (popularmente conhecidas como fake news). Não obstante, estudos demonstram que notícias falsas têm potencial de disseminação 70% maior do que notícias verdadeiras; sendo que pouco mais da metade dos brasileiros têm capacidade de distinguir conteúdos verdadeiros de falsos. Diante dessa realidade, este artigo apresenta uma proposta para criação de um grupo de natureza interdisciplinar sobre “educação midiática”, com objetivo de incentivar o desenvolvimento de habilidades para acessar, analisar, criar e participar de maneira crítica do ambiente informacional e midiático.
Penggunaan Aplikasi Al-Quran Digital Dalam Memperbaiki Bacaan Al-Quran Di Kelas VIII MTS Babussalam Besilam Kecamatan Padang Tualang Kabupaten Langkat
Authors: Deni Azhari  , Muhammad Saleh  
Published: September 2024

Pembelajaran Al-Quran Hadits di kelas VIII MTs Babussalam Besilam menjadi mata pelajaran yang dianggap sulit oleh peserta didik. Hasil ulangan harian rata-rata nilainya di bawah standar ketuntasan dimana dari 23 siswa yang mendapat nilainya diatas KKM 70, karena guru kurang menggunakan metode dan media dalam proses belajar mengajar sehinggga mengakibatkan rendahnya minat hasil belajar siswa dalam membaca Al-Quran. Oleh karena itu guru harus berupaya untuk meningkatkan kemampuan membaca Al-Quran siswa di MTs Babussalam Besilam. Penelitian ini menggunakan media Gadget dalam pembelajaran Al-Quran Hadits, dan bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan guru dalam meningkatkan membaca Al-Quran siswa dengan menggunakan Gadget di kelas VIII MTs Babussalam Besilam. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian tindakan kelas. Adapun teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini adalah dengan melakukan observasi aktivitas guru dan aktivitas siswa, selanjutnya tes kemampuan membaca Al-Quran.Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Aktivitas guru pada siklus dikategorikan (baik) yaitu dengan nilai 75,51 dan pada siklus II meningkat menjadi (baik sekali) dengan nilai 91,66. (2) Adapun aktivitas siswa pada siklus I dikategorikan (baik) yaitu dengan nilai 79,50. Sedangkan pada siklus II meningkat menjadi (baik sekali) dengan nilai 87,07. (3) Hasil ketuntasan belajar siswa dalam membaca Al- Quran mengalami peningkatan dengan penggunaan Gadget, yaitu pada siklus I nilai rata-rata 73,91 dan meningkat pada siklus II yaitu menjadi 91,30.
PERSOALAN SERTIFIKASI LAHAN BAGI WARGA EKSODUS TIMOR TIMUR
Authors: Paula Nirwana Nojo Yohannes  , Maria Martha Yasri Purek  , Benediktus Peter Lay  
Published: September 2024

Tanah diberikan kepada dan dimiliki oleh orang dengan hak-hak yang disediakan oleh UUPA (Undang-Undang Pokok Agraria), yang digunakan ataupun untuk dimanfaatkan. Meskipun tanah merupakan unsur alam yang sangat urgen dalam kehidupan suatu masyarakat, tetapi pada kenyataannya ada persoalan yang berkaitan dengan tanah yang mengganggu kehidupan bernegara dan bermasyarakat. Menurut PP No. 10 Tahun 1960 sertifikat adalah salinan dari buku tanah dan surat ukur yang akan dijahit menjadi satu kumpulan bersama dengan kertas sampul yang bentuknya ditentukan Menteri Agama. Terdapat beberapa persoalan yang sering muncul terkait dengan sertifikat tanah salah satunya sertifikasi lahan yang dialami warga eksodus Timor Timur di Desa Oebelo, Kecamatan Kupang Tengah, Kabupaten Kupang. Beragam upaya dilakukan oleh warga eksodus Timor Timur agar aspirasi mereka didengarkan oleh PemProv NTT serta pemerintahan yang berwenang dalam urusan pertanahan. Melalui laporan yang ditujukan kepada Ombudsman RI Perwakilan NTT terdapat rangkaian proses sertifikat tanah secara sah menurut hukum. Setelah mempunyai sertifikat tanah yang sah menurut hukum tersebut, sudah jelas telah memperoleh hak atas tanah.