bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Satellite-Based Land Surface Temperature Estimation of Bogor, Indonesia
Authors: Kurnia Ema , Jaya I Nengah Surati , Atmaka Widi 
Published: June 2016

<p> The earth’s average temperature has been a big issue on the global warming. The warming of the earth is largely the results of emission of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses (GHG) from human activities. As a hinterland of the Capital City, in the last two decades, Bogor is also getting warmer in comparison with the previous decades. This paper presents how the land surface temperature (LST) had been estimated using Split-Window (SW) algorithm and how its spatial distribution in Bogor was computed. The spectral radiance of Landsat-8 TIR bands 10 and 11, the emissivity values, and water vapor used as the input on SW Algorithm. The study revealed that the temperature within the built-up area, have warmer temperature than their surrounding ranging from 40<sup>0</sup>C to 45<sup>0</sup>C of 3,403.9 ha. The use of SW algorithm is quite reliable and accurate to estimate the LST derived from Landsat-8 having a mean deviation of only 2.7%, less than standard acceptable of 10%.</p>
Optimal Selection of UPFC Parameters and Input Controlling Signal for Damping Power System Oscillations
Authors: Salehi Moslem , Motie Birjandi Ali Akbar 
Published: June 2016

<p><em> </em>Unified power flow controller (UPFC), as one of the most important FACTS devices, can be used to increase the damping of power system oscillation. The effect rate of this controller on increasing oscillation damping depends on the appropriate selection of input controlling signal, optimal selection of UPFC controlling parameters, and its proper position in power system. In this paper, the capability of different UPFC inputs is studied by utilizing singular value decomposition (SVD) method and the best UPFC input controlling signal is selected. Supplementary control parameters are also optimally selected by PSO algorithm. This method's accuracy is simulated on a single-machine system connected to infinite bus.</p>
C‐Reactive Protein Identifies Low‐Risk Metabolically Healthy Obese Persons: The European Prospective Investigation of Cancer–Norfolk Prospective Population Study
Authors: van Wijk Diederik F. , Boekholdt S. Matthijs , Arsenault Benoit J. , Ahmadi‐Abhari Sara , Wareham Nicholas J. , Stroes Erik S. G. , Khaw Kay‐Tee 
Published: June 2016

Background

Conflicting data exist about the cardiovascular risk of metabolically healthy obese persons. The prognostic value of C‐reactive protein (
CRP
) in this intriguing group is unknown. We assessed the association between
CRP
levels and the risk of coronary heart disease (
CHD
) in metabolically healthy persons with abdominal obesity.

Methods and Results

In the European Prospective Investigation of Cancer–Norfolk prospective cohort,
CRP
levels and information on metabolic syndrome criteria were available for 7279 participants, of whom 825 (11%) developed
CHD
during a follow‐up period of 10.9±1.8 years. There was a trend toward a higher multivariable‐adjusted hazard ratio for
CHD
in metabolically healthy obese participants with
CRP
levels >2 mg/L compared with <2 mg/L (hazard ratio 1.59, 95%
CI
0.97–2.62,
P
=0.066). Metabolically unhealthy obese participants had significantly higher
CHD
risk compared with metabolically healthy obese participants with
CRP
levels <2 mg/L (hazard ratio 1.88, 95%
CI
1.20–2.94,
P
=0.006). Most important, we found that the risk of
CHD
among metabolically healthy obese persons with
CRP
levels <2 mg/L was comparable to that of metabolically healthy nonobese persons (hazard ratio 0.91, 95%
CI
0.60–1.39,
P
=0.674).

Conclusions

Among metabolically healthy obese persons, low
CRP
levels were associated with a
CHD
risk comparable to that of metabolically healthy nonobese persons.
CRP
appears to be an easy and widely available method for identifying a low‐risk subpopulation among metabolically healthy obese persons.
Mental health literacy in Hong Kong
Authors: Lui Christopher , Wong Cheuk , Furnham Adrian 
Published: June 2016

Background and aims: The aim of this study was to investigate Hong Kong nationals’ ability to recognize 13 different mental disorders and to examine whether there may be a relationship between their mental health literacy (MHL) and their tendency to describe/explain symptoms of mental disorders in physical terms. Methods: A total of 299 participants took part in this study and the vignettes depict post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), dependent personality disorder, schizotypal personality disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, bipolar disorder, social phobia, panic disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, schizophrenia and antisocial personality disorder. Results: Overall, OCD was the best identified and the personality disorders were the worst. A significant negative correlation was found between participants’ MHL and the rate of offering a ‘physical’ rather than a ‘psychological’ explanation. Some mental disorders were better recognized than others such as OCD (40.1%) and depression (36.3%). However, the majority of the other disorders were very poorly recognized and labelled with the rest having ‘correct response’ rates of lower than 15%. Over half of the mental disorders had ‘correct’ response rates of lower than 5%. Conclusion: In accordance with many other studies in the area, this study found Asian participants poor at recognizing mental disorders. This is probably due to the fact that mental illnesses of all kinds remain a taboo topic.
Confirmatory factor analysis of 12-Item World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule in patients with musculoskeletal pain conditions
Authors: Saltychev Mikhail , Mattie Ryan , McCormick Zachary , Laimi Katri 
Published: June 2016

Objective: To investigate the factor structure of the 12 item World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS) 2.0. Design: Cross-sectional cohort survey study. Setting: Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine outpatient university clinic. Subjects: The 408 consecutive patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain. Main measures: Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Results: A two-factor model most accurately fit the observed data of musculoskeletal pain patients (root mean square error of approximation 0.049, relative Chi square value 1.99). Twelve WHODAS 2.0 items were distributed between two factors with covariance between them of 0.8. The first factor contained domains related mostly to physical functioning, while another was associated mostly with social and cognitive functioning. There were a few differences between single items in their importance in defining the variance within these two factors. Of the six International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health domains belonging to the first construct, the ability to carry out household responsibilities explained most, 84% of the total variance in this construct. For the second factor, the ability to participate in community activities seemed to be the most important, explaining 85% of the total variance in this construct. Conclusions: In this study, the two-factor structure model of the 12-item WODAS 2.0 demonstrated the most accurate fit within patients with musculoskeletal pain conditions.
Advance care planning, palliative care, and end-of-life care interventions for homeless people: A systematic review
Authors: Sumalinog Rafael , Harrington Katy , Dosani Naheed , Hwang Stephen W 
Published: June 2016

Background: Homeless individuals have a high prevalence of multiple chronic comorbidities and early mortality compared to the general population. They also experience significant barriers to access and stigmatization in the healthcare system. Providing advance care planning, palliative care, and end-of-life care for this underserved population is an important health issue. Aim: To summarize and evaluate the evidence surrounding advance care planning, palliative care, and end-of-life care interventions for homeless persons. Design: A systematic review based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement. Data sources: Articles from MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Social Work Abstracts, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and PubMed databases were searched through 13 June 2015. Peer-reviewed studies that implemented advance care planning, palliative care, and end-of-life care interventions for homeless populations were included. Data from studies were independently extracted by two investigators using pre-specified criteria, and quality was assessed using modified Cochrane and Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tools. Results: Six articles met inclusion criteria. Two studies were randomized controlled trials involving advance directive completion. Two cohort studies investigated the costs of a shelter-based palliative care intervention and predictors for completing advance directives. These studies were rated low to fair quality. Two qualitative studies explored the interface between harm-reduction services and end-of-life care and the conditions for providing palliative care for homeless persons in a support home. Conclusion: The effectiveness of advance care planning, palliative care, and end-of-life care interventions for homeless individuals is uncertain. High-quality studies of interventions that reflect the unique and complex circumstances of homeless populations and investigate patient-related outcomes, caregiver burden, and cost-effectiveness are needed.
Development of a measure (ICECAP-Close Person Measure) through qualitative methods to capture the benefits of end-of-life care to those close to the dying for use in economic evaluation
Authors: Canaway Alastair , Al-Janabi Hareth , Kinghorn Philip , Bailey Cara , Coast Joanna 
Published: June 2016

Background: End-of-life care affects both the patient and those close to them. Typically, those close to the patient are not considered within economic evaluation, which may lead to the omission of important benefits resulting from end-of-life care. Aim: To develop an outcome measure suitable for use in economic evaluation that captures the benefits of end-of-life care to those close to the dying. Design: To develop the descriptive system for the outcome measure, in-depth qualitative interviews were conducted with the participants and constant comparative analysis methods were used to develop a descriptive system for the measure. Participants: Twenty-seven individuals bereaved within the last 2 years or with a close-person currently receiving end-of-life care were purposively recruited into the study. Participants were recruited through newsletters, adverts, snowball sampling and a local hospice. Results: Twenty-seven individuals were recruited. A measure of capability with six attributes, each with five levels, was developed based on themes arising from the analysis. Attributes comprise the following: good communication with services, privacy and space to be with the loved one, emotional support, practical support, being able to prepare and cope and being free from emotional distress related to the condition of the decedent. Conclusion: This measure is designed to capture the benefits of end-of-life care to close-persons for use in economic evaluation. Further research should value the measure and develop methods for incorporating outcomes for close-persons into economic evaluation.
Effects of a social internet-based intervention programme for older adults: An explorative randomised crossover study
Authors: Larsson Ellinor , Padyab Mojgan , Larsson-Lund Maria , Nilsson Ingeborg 
Published: June 2016

Introduction Restraints and changes in social activities might contribute to loneliness and health decline for older adults. To reduce loneliness and support activities, social internet-based interventions are indicated to be effective. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a social internet-based intervention for older adults who are vulnerable to loneliness. Method An explorative, randomised, crossover study with an AB/BA sequence was completed. The intervention was conducted over a period of three months. Thirty participants were included (24 women and six men, 61–89 years old) and allocated to two groups. Data were collected at three time points. The primary outcome was the UCLA loneliness scale, and the secondary outcomes were satisfaction with social contacts and social interaction skills. Statistical analyses were conducted with the paired t-test, Wilcoxon's signed-rank test and repeated-measures analysis of variance. Results Loneliness was significantly decreased in both groups post intervention, and satisfaction with social contacts online significantly increased in one group. Significant treatment effects were detected for all outcomes. Conclusion The results of the social internet-based intervention programme are promising, but further evaluations are needed.
A new vocational rehabilitation service delivery model addressing long-term sickness absence
Authors: Sheppard Dianne M , Frost Dorothy 
Published: June 2016

Statement of context Evidence supports the benefits of providing early intervention following non-catastrophic musculoskeletal injury to facilitate successful and sustained resumption of work. Critical reflection on practice Not returning to work within a few months post-musculoskeletal injury can complicate the recovery and return to work process. A recently developed vocational rehabilitation model attempts to impact where others have failed. Implications for practice This novel, evidence-based service delivery model aligns well with the theory of planned behaviour and current psychosocial models of work disability, and provides vital support to individuals who find themselves out of work for periods greater than 12 months.
Economic evaluation of 5-HT3 receptor antagonists in combination with dexamethasone for the prevention of ‘overall’ nausea and vomiting following highly emetogenic chemotherapy in Chinese adult patients
Authors: Du Qiong , Zhai Qing , Zhu Bin , Xu Xiao-Le , Yu Bo 
Published: June 2016

Background Two pivotal Phase III trials compared the efficacy of palonosetron, ondansetron and granisetron, combined with dexamethasone, for the prevention of nausea and vomiting following highly emetogenic chemotherapy. However, an economic evaluation of these three regimens in the real-world setting of Chinese adult patients has not been determined. Objectives To estimate, from the perspective of the Chinese healthcare system, which of these frequently used strategies consisting of 0.25 mg palonosetron (0.25P), 16 mg ondansetron (Onda), and 3 mg granisetron (Gran), is the most cost-effective option in patients following highly emetogenic chemotherapy. Methods A Markov decision-analytic model was developed. The health and economic outcomes of the three strategies; 0.25P, Onda, and Gran were investigated. The clinical and utility data were taken from published studies. The cost data were calculated according to current local Chinese practices. Sensitivity analyses were performed to determine the impact of uncertainty regarding the results. Results The base-case analysis showed that the 0.25P strategy yielded maximum health benefits compared with the other two strategies. However, the probabilistic sensitivity analysis demonstrated that the Gran strategy was the most cost-effective approach when the willingness-to-pay threshold was not more than US$22,515/quality-adjusted life year. Moreover, palonosetron is not cost-effective in preventing ‘overall’ nausea and vomiting following highly emetogenic chemotherapy in Chinese patients. Conclusions Our analysis suggests that, compared with palonosetron and ondansetron, 3 mg granisetron may be a cost-effective treatment option in the current Chinese healthcare setting.
Epilepsy in multiple sclerosis: The role of temporal lobe damage
Authors: Calabrese M , Castellaro M , Bertoldo A , De Luca A , Pizzini FB , Ricciardi GK , Pitteri M , Zimatore S , Magliozzi R , Benedetti MD , Manganotti P , Montemezzi S , Reynolds R , Gajofatto A , Monaco S 
Published: June 2016

Background: Although temporal lobe pathology may explain some of the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), its role in the pathogenesis of seizures has not been clarified yet. Objectives: To investigate the role of temporal lobe damage in MS patients suffering from epilepsy, by the application of advanced multimodal 3T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) analysis. Methods: A total of 23 relapsing remitting MS patients who had epileptic seizures (RRMS/E) and 23 disease duration matched RRMS patients without any history of seizures were enrolled. Each patient underwent advanced 3T MRI protocol specifically conceived to evaluate grey matter (GM) damage. This includes grey matter lesions (GMLs) identification, evaluation of regional cortical thickness and indices derived from the Neurite Orientation Dispersion and Density Imaging model. Results: Regional analysis revealed that in RRMS/E, the regions most affected by GMLs were the hippocampus (14.2%), the lateral temporal lobe (13.5%), the cingulate (10.0%) and the insula (8.4%). Cortical thinning and alteration of diffusion metrics were observed in several regions of temporal lobe, in insular cortex and in cingulate gyrus of RRMS/E compared to RRMS ( p< 0.05 for all comparisons). Conclusions: Compared to RRMS, RRMS/E showed more severe damage of temporal lobe, which exceeds what would be expected on the basis of the global GM damage observed.
Professional socialization and commitment to the profession in social work students: A longitudinal study exploring the effect of attitudes, perception of the profession, teaching, training, and supervision
Authors: Freund Anat , Cohen Ayala , Blit-Cohen Edith , Dehan Nicole 
Published: June 2016

Summary The article attempts to characterize social work students in higher education institutes in Israel, regarding professional socialization and the development of commitment to the profession during their BA (undergraduate) studies, lasting three years. This longitudinal study included a sample of 450 students in four social work schools. Data was gathered throughout four time periods: during the first two weeks of the academic year and at the end of each academic year. Findings Students, during the first academic year, harbor certain misconceptions about the profession, leading to a sharp decrease in their commitment to the profession. However, it seems that supervisors, teachers and decisionmakers in social work schools somehow manage to bring the fantasies entertained by students at the beginning of their studies into line with reality, leading to both higher and stronger commitment to the profession by the time they complete their BA degree. Applications The article discusses the findings and their implications on the social work profession, in general, and on social work training, in particular, regarding the development of commitment to the profession over the years.
Combination treatment of fingolimod with antidepressants in relapsing–remitting multiple sclerosis patients with depression: a multicentre, open-label study – REGAIN
Authors: Bayas Antonios , Schuh Katrin , Baier Monika , Vormfelde Stefan Viktor ,   for the REGAIN Study Group, Koppai-Reiner Joachim , Strauss Erik , Haerting Beatrix , Wiehler Stephan , Boehringer Johannes , Laumen Peter , Christopher Angelika , Pfeiffer Uwe , Hofmann Werner , Horn Rolf , Lauter Thorsten , Polzer Udo , Halbgewachs Frank , Siever Arno , Honig Holger , Mahler Andreas , Kuhlgert Karsten , Weber Martin , Bischof Felix , Martin Hoffmann Olaf , Merkelbach Stefan , Ralf Kessler Kirn , Wenzelburger Roland , Mayer Geert , Strittmatter Matthias 
Published: June 2016

Objectives: Approximately one in two patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) suffer from comorbid depression. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the safety and tolerability of fingolimod and antidepressant combination in relapsing–remitting MS patients with mild-to-moderate depression. Efficacy outcome variables were quality of life (QoL), fatigue, disability and depression. Methods: Patients received open-label fingolimod 0.5 mg over 2 weeks, followed by fingolimod plus citalopram (40 mg), fluoxetine (40 mg) or venlafaxine (150 mg) over 16 weeks. The antidepressant was selected at the physician’s discretion. Results: In total, 54 patients were recruited at 25 centres across Germany. No new safety signals (including cardiac) emerged compared with previous clinical studies. Adverse events (mostly mild-to-moderate) were reported in 43 patients. A total of three patients had serious adverse events and 10 discontinued the study. QoL (mean [95% confidence interval]) improved by 2.2 (−3.3, −1.2; Patient Reported Indices for MS questionnaire), fatigue by 8.2 (−13.1, −3.3; modified Fatigue Impact Scale) and depression by 6.3 (−8.4, −4.2; Hamilton Depression Scale) points. However, the results must be interpreted cautiously owing to limited patient numbers. Conclusions: Combination of fingolimod with antidepressant medication showed no unexpected safety signals. Patient-reported outcomes (QoL, disability, fatigue and depression) remained stable or improved.
Treatment compliance of working persons to high-dose antimuscarinic therapies: a randomized trial
Authors: Kosilov Kirill Vladimirovich , Loparev Sergey , Kuzina Irina , Shakirova Olga , Zhuravskaya Nataliya , Lobodenko Alexandra 
Published: June 2016

Aim: The aim of this work was to study the factors affecting the stability of working patients in antimuscarinic (AM) drug treatment. Background: The prevalence of urge urinary incontinence (UUI) is an average of between 8.2% and 16.0% of the population. UUI is a condition that adversely affects the health-related quality of life. The first-line therapy in managing UUI is AM treatment. Methods: In 1006 patients between 18 and 60 years old (627 women, 379 men, mean age 69.4) who received AM treatment for one year, the possible demographic, socioeconomic and health factors influencing compliance were studied. Also, the functional state of the lower urinary tract (LUT) was studied in this randomized, prospective survey. The study instruments were the documents of employers, tax offices, outpatient records, OABq-SF (overactive bladder - short form) questionnaires, MOS SF-36 (Medical Outcomes Study short form-36), voiding charts, and uroflowmetry data. Results: The compliance to AM treatment within 6 months was retained in 49.5% patients; during the year, in 32.3% of patients. The average time for reaching the 30-day break in taking trospium was 194 days. In the course of the experiment it was revealed that compliance to AM treatment was significantly higher in patients taking solifenacin and trospium in high dosages ( p ⩽ 0.01, p ⩽ 0.05), suffering from severe symptoms of urgency ( p ⩽ 0.01), and having a low level of side effects ( p ⩽ 0.01). A satisfactory level of compliance is characteristic of patients with a high level of monthly and annual income ( p ⩽ 0.01, p ⩽ 0.01), a low percentage of expenses to AM ( p ⩽ 0.05), and rarely changing employers ( p ⩽ 0.05). In addition, the compliance to treatment is higher in older adults ( p ⩽ 0.05), living in the urban district ( p ⩽ 0.01), and working in educational ( p ⩽ 0.05) and health ( p ⩽ 0.01) institutions, having a high level of the indices of Social Functioning ( p ⩽ 0.05), Role-Emotional ( p ⩽ 0.05), and Mental Health ( p ⩽ 0.01). Conclusion: As a result of this study, under the control of the objective functional state of LUT, the influence of various factors on the patients’ stability in the treatment with AM drugs was revealed.