bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Does Focus of Attention Improve Snatch Lift Kinematics?
Authors: Schutts Kyle S. , Wu Will F.W. , Vidal Anthony D. , Hiegel Jamie , Becker James 
Published: December 2016

Abstract
Schutts, KS, Wu, WFW, Vidal, AD, Hiegel, J, and Becker, J. Does focus of attention improve snatch lift kinematics? J Strength Cond Res 31(10): 2758–2764, 2017—Recent motor control literature has demonstrated that using verbal instructions to direct a performer's attention externally (i.e., toward the movement outcome) enhances motor skill performance. The purpose of this study was to investigate how an athlete's focus of attention impacts kinematic performance of the snatch. Using a counterbalanced within-participant design, 12 competitively trained athletes (8 male and 4 female athletes) performed 2 instructional blocks of 3 snatch repetitions at 80% of their most recent training 1 repetition maximum. Blocks of internal and external instructions were given to the athlete in a random fashion. Results showed that, when focusing internally, athletes significantly (p ≤ 0.05) increased elbow velocity relative to focusing externally, whereas the external instructions significantly increased horizontal barbell velocity, relative to internal instructions. Additionally, an internal focus resulted in significantly larger barbell-cervical-hip angles at maximum height of the barbell compared with an external focus, indicating that the athletes squatted under the barbell too soon. This information adds to the literature suggesting small changes in coaching instructions can impact performance significantly. It is recommended that coaches use instructions that direct an athlete's attention externally, toward the movement outcome, rather than the action itself.
Accuracy of a Modified Lactate Minimum Test and Reverse Lactate Threshold Test to Determine Maximal Lactate Steady State
Authors: Wahl Patrick , Manunzio Christian , Vogt Florian , Strütt Sarah , Volmary Prisca , Bloch Wilhelm , Mester Joachim 
Published: December 2016

Abstract
Wahl, P, Manunzio, C, Vogt, F, Strütt, S, Volmary, P, Bloch, W, and Mester, J. Accuracy of a modified lactate minimum test and reverse lactate threshold test to determine maximal lactate steady state. J Strength Cond Res 31(12): 3489–3496, 2017—This study evaluated the accuracy of a modified lactate minimum test (mLMT), a modified reverse lactate threshold test (mRLT), compared with 2 established threshold concepts (onset of blood lactate accumulation [OBLA] and modified maximal deviation method [mDmax]) to determine power output at maximal lactate steady state (MLSS) in cycling. Nineteen subjects performed an mLMT, mRLT, graded exercise test (100 W start, +20 W every 3 minutes) and 3 or more constant-load tests of 30 minutes to determine power output at MLSS. The mLMT and mRLT both consisted of an initial lactate priming segment, followed by a short recovery phase. Afterward, the initial load of the subsequent incremental or reverse segment was calculated individually and was increased or decreased by 10 W every 90 seconds, respectively. The mean difference to MLSS was +2 ± 7 W (mLMT), +5 ± 10 W (mRLT), +9 ± 21 W (OBLA), and +6 ± 14 W (mDmax). The correlation between power output at MLSS and mLMT was highest (r = 0.99), followed by mRLT (r = 0.98), mDmax (r = 0.95), and OBLA (r = 0.90). Because of the higher accuracy of the mLMT and the mRLT to determine MLSS compared with OBLA and mDmax, we suggest both tests as valid and meaningful concepts to estimate power output at MLSS in one single test in moderately trained to well-trained athletes. Additionally, our modified tests provide anaerobic data and do not require detailed knowledge of the subjects' training status compared with previous LMT or RLT protocols.
Validity of BMI-Based Body Fat Equations in Men and Women: A 4-Compartment Model Comparison
Authors: Nickerson Brett S. , Esco Michael R. , Bishop Phillip A. , Fedewa Michael V. , Snarr Ronald L. , Kliszczewicz Brian M. , Park Kyung-Shin 
Published: December 2016

Abstract
Nickerson, BS, Esco, MR, Bishop, PA, Fedewa, MV, Snarr, RL, Kliszczewicz, BM, and Park, K-S. Validity of BMI-based body fat equations in men and women: a 4-compartment model comparison. J Strength Cond Res 32(1): 121–129, 2018—The purpose of this study was to compare body mass index (BMI)–based body fat percentage (BF%) equations and skinfolds with a 4-compartment (4C) model in men and women. One hundred thirty adults (63 women and 67 men) volunteered to participate (age = 23 ± 5 years). BMI was calculated as weight (kg) divided by height squared (m2). BF% was predicted with the BMI-based equations of Jackson et al. (BMIJA), Deurenberg et al. (BMIDE), Gallagher et al. (BMIGA), Zanovec et al. (BMIZA), Womersley and Durnin (BMIWO), and from 7-site skinfolds using the generalized skinfold equation of Jackson et al. (SF7JP). The 4C model BF% was the criterion and derived from underwater weighing for body volume, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry for bone mineral content, and bioimpedance spectroscopy for total body water. The constant error (CE) was not significantly different for BMIZA compared with the 4C model (p = 0.74, CE = −0.2%). However, BMIJA, BMIDE, BMIGA, and BMIWO produced significantly higher mean values than the 4C model (all p < 0.001, CEs = 1.8–3.2%), whereas SF7JP was significantly lower (p < 0.001, CE = −4.8%). The standard error of estimate ranged from 3.4 (SF7JP) to 6.4% (BMIJA) while the total error varied from 6.0 (SF7JP) to 7.3% (BMIJA). The 95% limits of agreement were the smallest for SF7JP (±7.2%) and widest for BMIJA (±13.5%). Although the BMI-based equations produced similar group mean values as the 4C model, SF7JP produced the smallest individual errors. Therefore, SF7JP is recommended over the BMI-based equations, but practitioners should consider the associated CE.
Validity of the 30-15 Intermittent Fitness Test in Subelite Female Athletes
Authors: Bruce Lyndell M. , Moule Simon J. 
Published: December 2016

Abstract
Bruce, LM and Moule, SJ. Validity of the 30-15 intermittent fitness test in subelite female athletes. J Strength Cond Res 31(11): 3077–3082, 2017—The purpose of this study was to assess the suitability of the 30-15 Intermittent Fitness Test (IFT) as a test in netball using female athletes. Twenty-six female subelite netballers (mean age = 19.7 ± 4.6 years, mean height = 176.0 ± 6.1 cm, mean body mass = 69.7 ± 9.3 kg) completed the yo-yo intermittent recovery test level 1 (yo-yo IRT1) and the 30-15 IFT. Participants performed both assessments 1 week apart before the intervention and both tests 1 week apart after the training intervention (for a total of 4 testing sessions). A 6-week training intervention occurred between the test occasions. Pearson's correlations revealed significant very strong relationships between the 30-15 IFT and yo-yo IRT on both test occasions (test occasion 1: r = 0.71, p = 0.003 [95% confidence interval {CI} 0.35–0.89], magnitude of effect, most likely; test occasion 2: r = 0.72, p = 0.001 [95% CI: 0.42–0.88], magnitude of effect, most likely). Repeated-measures analysis of variances examining the effect of position on performance changes revealed main effects for test occasion and a position × test occasion interaction for both the 30-15 IFT and the yo-yo IRT1 (30-15 IFT: test occasion [F
(1,14) = 28.68, p = 0.001, ηp
2 = 0.67], position × test occasion interaction [F
(2,14) = 9.38, p = 0.003, ηp
2 = 0.57]; yo-yo IRT1: test occasion [F
(1,15) = 11.72, p = 0.004, ηp
2 = 0.44], position × test occasion interaction [F
(2,15) = 9.96, p = 0.002, ηp
2 = 0.57]). Results show that the 30-15 IFT is a suitable test for female netballers as it was able to detect improvements in performance after a training intervention, in addition to having a very strong significant relationship with the yo-yo IRT1.
Global snapshots of bacterial RNA networks
Authors: Hör Jens , Vogel Jörg 
Published: December 2016

While bacteria were long thought to rely primarily on transcriptional control, it is now well established that they also use numerous small RNAs to regulate mRNA translation and stability. There has recently been a surge in studies, including one by Waters et al () in this issue of The EMBO Journal, that have used clever variations of the RNA‐seq technique to comprehensively map small RNA–target networks.
Model‐guided combinatorial optimization of complex synthetic gene networks
Authors: Schreiber Joerg , Arter Meret , Lapique Nicolas , Haefliger Benjamin , Benenson Yaakov 
Published: December 2016

AbstractConstructing gene circuits that satisfy quantitative performance criteria has been a long‐standing challenge in synthetic biology. Here, we show a strategy for optimizing a complex three‐gene circuit, a novel proportional miRNA biosensor, using predictive modeling to initiate a search in the phase space of sensor genetic composition. We generate a library of sensor circuits using diverse genetic building blocks in order to access favorable parameter combinations and uncover specific genetic compositions with greatly improved dynamic range. The combination of high‐throughput screening data and the data obtained from detailed mechanistic interrogation of a small number of sensors was used to validate the model. The validated model facilitated further experimentation, including biosensor reprogramming and biosensor integration into larger networks, enabling in principle arbitrary logic with miRNA inputs using normal form circuits. The study reveals how model‐guided generation of genetic diversity followed by screening and model validation can be successfully applied to optimize performance of complex gene networks without extensive prior knowledge.
Effects of amniotic epithelial cell transplantation in endothelial injury
Authors: Vácz Gabriella , Cselenyák Attila , Cserép Zsuzsanna , Benkő Rita , Kovács Endre , Pankotai Eszter , Lindenmair Andrea , Wolbank Susanne , Schwarz Charlotte M. , Horváthy Dénes B. , Kiss Levente , Hornyák István , Lacza Zsombor 
Published: December 2016

Purpose
Human amniotic epithelial cells (hAECs) are promising tools for endothelial repair in vascular regenerative medicine. We hypothesized that these epithelial cells are capable of repairing the damaged endothelial layer following balloon injury of the carotid artery in adult male rats.

Results
Two days after injury, the transplanted hAECs were observed at the luminal side of the arterial wall. Then, 4 weeks after the injury, significant intimal thickening was observed in both untreated and cell implanted vessels. Constriction was decreased in both implanted and control animals. Immunohistochemical analysis showed a few surviving cells in the intact arterial wall, but no cells were observed at the site of injury. Interestingly, acetylcholine-induced dilation was preserved in the intact side and the sham-transplanted injured arteries, but it was a trend toward decreased vasodilation in the hAECs’ transplanted vessels.

Conclusion
We conclude that hAECs were able to incorporate into the arterial wall without immunosuppression, but failed to improve vascular function, highlighting that morphological implantation does not necessarily result in functional benefits and underscoring the need to understand other mechanisms of endothelial regeneration.
Ventilator-associated pneumonia and the importance of education of ICU nurses on prevention – Preliminary results
Authors: Mogyoródi Bence , Dunai Erzsébet , Gál János , Iványi Zsolt 
Published: December 2016

Background and aims
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) increases intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay, ICU mortality, the number of ventilator days, and costs. We implemented a VAP bundle and investigated its efficacy on prevention.

Materials and methods
A prospective observational study was conducted between January 1, 2015 and December 31, 2015 in a 12-bed multidisciplinary ICU. The bundle was implemented on July 02, 2015. Comparative analysis was performed before and after the implementation of the bundle. The compliance of the nurses was also studied.

Results
The incidence of VAP was 21.5/1,000 ventilator days (95% CI: 14.17–31.10) in the first phase and 12.0/1,000 ventilator days (95% CI: 7.2–19.49) in the second phase. Relative risk reduction was 44% (95% CI: −0.5 to 0.98). Most common bacteria identified during the first phase were Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, and Staphylococcus aureus; and in the second phase P. aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii, and S. maltophilia were identified. Significant improvement was achieved in the head-of-bed elevation (p = 0.004), oral care (p = 0.01), hand hygiene (p < 0.001), endotracheal suctioning (p = 0.004), and removal of condensate (p = 0.043).

Discussion
The incidence of VAP showed tendency for reduction. The prevalence of nursing-dependent bacteria decreased and compliance in following prevention methods increased.

Conclusion
These results underline the importance of education of prevention methods.
Perencanaan dan analisis kehandalan sistem komunikasi radio microwave tampak pandang pada pita frekuensi 12750-13250 MHz [Planning and analysis of the reliability of line of sight microwave radio communication system on 12750-13250 MHz band]
Authors: Hasyim Ahmad 
Published: December 2016

Propagasi gelombang radio dapat diartikan sebagai proses perambatan gelombang radio dari pemancar ke penerima. Gelombang ini akan merambat melalui udara bebas menuju antena penerima dan mengalami redaman di sepanjang lintansannya, redaman perangkat dan saluran transmisi, sehingga ketika sampai di antena penerima, energi sinyal sudah sangat lemah. Line of sight (LOS) merupakan salah satu jenis propagasi di mana diantara stasiun pengirim dan stasiun penerima tidak terdapat penghalang. Kendala geografis dan kelengkungan bumi menyebabkan adanya keterbatasan untuk transmisi line of sight, namun masalah ini secara umum dapat dikurangi melalui perencanaan, perhitungan dan penggunaan teknologi tambahan. Dalam perencanaan sistem komunikasi radio, kinerja LOS perlu direncanakan cadangan daya akibat fluktuasi sinyal serta analisis kehandalannya. Sistem radio gelombang mikro digital antar titik yang menggunakan frekuensi 13 GHz dengan modulasi 16 QAM, bit rate 140 MBps,dan noise figure 0,7 dB memerlukan daya pancar -4,488 dBm, fading margin sebesar 85,51 dB dan kehandalannya sebesar 99,9999999%.*****Radio wave propagation can be defined as the process of propagation of radio waves from the transmitter to the receiver. These waves will propagate through free air towards the receiver antena with experienced curbs along the tracks, so when it arrive at the receiver antena, the signal energy is very slow. Line of sight (LOS) is one kind of propagation where no obstacles found between the transmitter and the receiver station. Geographical constraints and the curvature of the earth bring limitations to the line of sight transmission, but this problem can generally be reduced through planning, calculation and use of additional technologies. In a radio communication system planning, LOS performance needs to be planned caused by signal fluctuations and reliability. Digital microwave point to point radio systems using 13 GHz of spectrum, 16 QAM of modulation, 140 MBps of bit rate, 0,7 dB of noise figure requires -4,488 dBm of transmit power, 85,51 dB of fading margin, and 99.99999999 % of reliability.
Comparative study between indwelling pleural drain and intercostal drainage followed by pleurodesis in management of malignant pleural effusion
Authors: Mehta Dinesh , Bali Sharadendu , Dagar Abhinav , Utaal Maneshwar Singh 
Published: December 2016

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Malignant pleural effusion is a major cause of morbidity in lung cancer patients. Management involves repeated pleural aspirations or persistent intercostal drainage (ICD) tube. Using an indigenous method of putting ICD tube of smaller size with subcutaneous tunnelling allows draining fluid from lungs easily and painlessly when needed avoiding the need for repeated injections and chest tube insertion.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> In this prospective, 48 months study, 100 patients of malignant pleural effusion were included in the study and half of them were treated with intercostals drainage followed by pleurodesis and the remaining half were treated with a indwelling pleural catheter (IPC). The end points taken were hospital bed days, complications, cost and quality of life insertion<span lang="EN-IN">. </span><span lang="EN-IN"> </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> In the IPC group the average baseline dyspnoea score (visual analogue scale) of the patients was 61.23±22.10 and at 6 months it was 5.65 (p &lt;0.05). In ICD group average baseline dyspnoea score was 64.44±27.40 and at 6 months it was 14.09 (p &lt;0.05). In IPC group the average baseline quality of life score was found to be 41.18±9.40 and at 6 months it was 69.87 (p &lt;0.05). In ICD group average baseline quality of life score was found to be 43.21±7.84 at 6 months it was 58.88 (p &lt;0.05). In terms of hospital readmission around 8 patients (16%) belonging to IPC group needed it and in ICD group 17 patients (34%) needed it. The commonest complication found in IPC group was catheter blockage and it was seen in 13 patients (26%). In ICD group the commonest complication was the need for repeat drainage seen in 12 patients (24%).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Indwelling pleural catheter is a low cost, easily available and successful alternative option to intercostals drainage in patients having persistent malignant pleural effusion and it provides a better quality of life to patients<span lang="EN-IN">. </span></p>
Comparative study of the outcome of pediatric femur diaphyseal fractures treated with titanium elastic nails vs. compression plates
Authors: Jolly Angad , Patil Neelanagowda V. , Bansal Rahul , Pattanshetti Veeresh 
Published: December 2016

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> A variety of methods have been described for the management of femur diaphyseal fractures in children between ages of 5 to 12 years. Some of the techniques include closed reduction and internal fixation (CRIF) with elastic nails, open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with compression plates, external fixators and skeletal traction with spica casting. This study was done to compare the outcome and complications of diaphyseal femur fractures in pediatric age treated with CRIF with Titanium elastic nails vs. ORIF with compression plates<span lang="EN-IN">.</span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> The study was a prospective, clinical study. A total of 60 patients were studied. 30 patients were treated with CRIF with titanium nails and 30 patients were treated with ORIF with compression plates. Every patient operated was followed up at 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months and 3 monthly thereafter until implant removal.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Only 1 wound healing complication was noted in the TENS nail group which was skin irritation at the site of pin insertion. In the compression plating group, 6 patients developed wound complications, including superficial infections, deep infections and keloids. The range of movements at knee joint in the two groups was compared. Only 1 patient had a significant loss of flexion with ROM of less than 100 degrees in the TENS nail group. In the plating group 4 patients had a significant loss of flexion with ROM of less than 100 degrees. Limb length discrepancies were seen in 3 patients in the TENS nail group whereas the compression plating group showed 1 patient. 2 patients in the TENS group developed an angular deformity due to premature weight bearing. 3 patients in the compression plating group developed deformities at the fracture site. The average time for fracture union in the compression plate group was 10.7 weeks and was 14.7 weeks in the patients treated with TENS nail<span lang="EN-IN">. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> No single fixation method can be considered superior in all types and patterns of pediatric diaphyseal femur fractures. Titanium elastic nails can be considered a better implant for treating pediatric femur fractures when compared to compression plates due to the lesser rates of surgical wound complications, better range of movements at knee joint and overall lesser complication rate as was recorded in this study<span lang="EN-IN">.</span></p>
To study the efficacy of Rhus tox in management of cases of osteoarthritis of knee joint
Authors: Rajgurav Atul B. , Aphale Parth 
Published: December 2016

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Arthritis and rheumatism are among the commonest forms of chronic disease and, with an aging population, are set to become commoner still. Strictly speaking, arthritis means disease of the joints, while rheumatism is disease of the soft connective tissues which support and move the joints. There are many problems with current conventional treatment of arthritis and rheumatism. Although the new generation of NSAIDs is safer, they are only glorified painkillers, which do not affect the basic disease process. Similarly for rheumatoid arthritis, a range of powerful drugs is available but all of these have long and alarming lists of side effects. Thus the main aim of this research study is to prove the efficacy of Homoeopathy in managing cases of Osteoarthritis without any side-effects<span lang="EN-IN">.</span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> 30 cases were selected fitting the case definition. Age group of 45-79 years was chosen for the study. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were laid down. Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) and <strong>Kellgren and Lawrence system</strong><span class="apple-converted-space"> of</span> classifying the severity of knee-osteoarthritis<strong> </strong>were used to assess the severity and outcome.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> All the results were tabulated. Graphical presentation was made of all the observations. Scores before and after treatment was compared. It was found that there was vast difference in scores before and after treatment<span lang="EN-IN">. </span></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Rhus tox was found to be effective in managing cases of Osteoarthritis of Knee Joint<span lang="EN-IN">.</span></p>