bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Impact of information and communication technology on interprofessional collaboration for chronic disease management: a systematic review
Authors: Barr Neil , Vania Diana , Randall Glen , Mulvale Gillian 
Published: June 2017

Objectives Information and communication technology is often lauded as the key to enhancing communication among health care providers. However, its impact on interprofessional collaboration is unclear. The objective of this study was to determine the extent to which it improves communication and, subsequently, enhances interprofessional collaboration in chronic disease management. Methods A systematic review of academic literature using two electronic platforms: HealthSTAR and Web of Science (core collection and MEDLINE). To be eligible for inclusion in the review, articles needed to be peer-reviewed; accessible in English and focused on how technology supports, or might support, collaboration (through enhanced communication) in chronic disease management. Studies were assessed for quality and a narrative synthesis conducted. Results The searches identified 289 articles of which six were included in the final analysis (three used qualitative methods, two were descriptive and one used mixed methods). Various forms of information and communication technology were described including electronic health records, online communities/learning resources and telehealth/telecare. Three themes emerged from the studies that may provide insights into how communication that facilitates collaboration in chronic disease management might be enhanced: professional conflict, collective engagement and continuous learning. Conclusions The success of technology in enhancing collaboration for chronic disease management depends upon supporting the social relationships and organization in which the technology will be placed. Decision-makers should take into account and work toward balancing the impact of technology together with the professional and cultural characteristics of health care teams.
Early active motion after rigid internal fixation of unstable extra-articular fractures of the proximal phalanx
Authors: Ataker Y. , Uludag S. , Ece S. C. , Gudemez E. 
Published: June 2017

The purpose of this study is to describe active early rehabilitation in proximal phalanx fractures treated with rigid internal fixation. A total of 22 consecutive patients presenting with spiral, oblique or comminuted extra-articular fractures of the proximal phalanx were included in the study. All fractures were rigidly stabilized with plate and screws or screws alone and subsequently entered an active early rehabilitation programme. The mean follow-up period was 15.4 months (SD 10.1). Mean visual analogue scale pain score was 0.3 (SD 0.5) and Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score was 9.2 (SD 4.1). Mean total active motion was 241.9° (SD 18.3). According to the digital functional assessment, 86.3% of the patients had excellent results. Extension lags of the proximal interphalangeal joint were observed in seven fingers (mean lag, 3.4° (SD 5.5)). The results of this study demonstrated high patient satisfaction and good outcomes after the surgical technique and postoperative rehabilitation protocol described in open reduction and rigid internal fixation of proximal phalangeal fractures. Level of evidence: IV.
The incidence and causative organisms of infection in elective shoulder surgery
Authors: Mayne Alistair I. W. , Bidwai Amit. S. , Clifford Rachael , Smith Matthew G. , Guisasola Inigo , Brownson Peter 
Published: June 2017

Background Deep infection remains a serious complication of orthopaedic surgery. Knowledge of infection rates and causative organisms is important to guide infection control measures. The aim of the present study was to determine infection rates and causative organisms in elective shoulder surgery. Methods Cases complicated by infection were identified and prospectively recorded over a 2-year period. All patients undergoing elective shoulder surgery in the concurrent period at a single Specialist Upper Limb Unit in the UK were identified from the hospital electronic database. Results In total, 1574 elective shoulder cases were performed: 1359 arthroscopic (540 with implant insertion) and 215 open (197 with implant insertion). The overall infection rate in open surgery of 2.5% was significantly higher than arthroscopic implant cases at 0.7% ( p < 0.005). The overall infection rate in implant arthroscopic surgery was significantly higher at 0.7% compared to 0% in non-implant related surgery. ( p < 0.05) Conclusions Patients undergoing open shoulder surgery have a significantly higher risk of infection compared to arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Arthroscopic surgery with implant insertion has a statistically significantly higher risk of developing deep infection compared to procedures with no implant insertion. We recommend prophylactic antibiotics in open shoulder surgery and arthroscopic shoulder surgery with implant insertion.
A 3D comparison of humeral head retroversion by sex and measurement technique
Authors: West Emily A. , Knowles Nikolas K. , Athwal George S. , Ferreira Louis M. 
Published: June 2017

Background Accurate humeral head reconstruction during shoulder arthroplasty is partially dependent on correctly estimating and replicating native version. The present study evaluated the effects of sex and measurement technique on three-dimensional (3D) humeral version measurements made using the transepicondylar, forearm and flexion–extension axes. Methods Fifty-two full-arm computed tomography scans were converted to 3D models and geometry extracted to define landmarks and coordinate systems. An anatomic humeral head osteotomy plane was used to measure version relative to the three measurement techniques and compare between sexes. Results The measurement technique used had a significant affect ( p < 0.001) on the resulting version measurement. The forearm axis technique consistently resulted in higher measured version compared to either the flexion–extension [mean (SD) males 9° (4°), females 13° (5°), p < 0.001] or the transepicondylar axes [mean (SD) males 8° (4°), females 11° (4°), p < 0.001]. Version in males was 7° greater than females when referencing either the flexion–extension [ p = 0.029; mean (SD) males 37.7° (11°), females 30.4° (13°)] or transepicondylar axes [ p = 0.045; mean (SD) males 39° (11°), females 32° (12°)]. Conclusions The choice of measurement technique can affect the humeral version angle. These results are important because measuring version using the epicondyles pre-operatively, and subsequently the forearm intra-operatively, will result in approximately 10° under-retroverted osteotomy. For example, 0° neutral version cut during reverse arthroplasty measured referencing the forearm results in 10° anteverted osteotomy when referencing the distal humerus.
Seven-Year Follow-up of Matrix-Induced Autologous Implantation in Talus Articular Defects
Authors: Kreulen Christopher , Giza Eric , Walton Judie , Sullivan Martin 
Published: June 2017

Background. Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) are difficult to treat because of the poor intrinsic healing capability of articular cartilage. Matrix-induced autologous chondrocyte implantation (MACI) has been shown to be a reliable method for treating cartilage lesions that fail to respond to traditional microfracture and debridement. The purpose of this study was to assess 7-year clinical follow-up data of this technique and demonstrate midterm success of this implant. Methods. A prospective investigation of MACI was performed on 10 patients with OLTs who had failed previous arthroscopic treatment. In all, 5 male and 5 female patients were included in the study. Of the 10 patients, 9 were available for 7-year follow-up. Functional and clinical evaluations were done at 7 years postoperatively using the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) hindfoot evaluation and the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) and compared with preoperative values. Results. SF-36 data at 7 years showed significant improvements in Physical Functioning (P < .01), Lack of Bodily Pain (P < .1), and Social Functioning (P < .001) compared with preoperative data. The mean AOFAS hindfoot scores of the 9 patients at 7 years was 78.3 ± 18.1 (P = .05) compared with their preoperative mean of 61.8 ± 14.3. Conclusions. MACI provides a stable midterm chondral replacement strategy for osteochondral lesions that fail initial microfracture. Levels of Evidence: Level IV: Prospective case series
Causality in cancer research: a journey through models in molecular epidemiology and their philosophical interpretation
Authors: Vineis Paolo , Illari Phyllis , Russo Federica 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
In the last decades, Systems Biology (including cancer research) has been driven by technology, statistical modelling and bioinformatics. In this paper we try to bring biological and philosophical thinking back. We thus aim at making different traditions of thought compatible: (a) causality in epidemiology and in philosophical theorizing—notably, the “sufficient-component-cause framework” and the “mark transmission” approach; (b) new acquisitions about disease pathogenesis, e.g. the “branched model” in cancer, and the role of biomarkers in this process; (c) the burgeoning of omics research, with a large number of “signals” and of associations that need to be interpreted. In the paper we summarize first the current views on carcinogenesis, and then explore the relevance of current philosophical interpretations of “cancer causes”. We try to offer a unifying framework to incorporate biomarkers and omic data into causal models, referring to a position called “evidential pluralism”. According to this view, causal reasoning is based on both “evidence of difference-making” (e.g. associations) and on “evidence of underlying biological mechanisms”. We conceptualize the way scientists detect and trace signals in terms of information transmission, which is a generalization of the mark transmission theory developed by philosopher Wesley Salmon. Our approach is capable of helping us conceptualize how heterogeneous factors such as micro and macro-biological and psycho-social—are causally linked. This is important not only to understand cancer etiology, but also to design public health policies that target the right causal factors at the macro-level.
Emulsified omega-3 fatty-acids modulate the symptoms of depressive disorder in children and adolescents: a pilot study
Authors: Trebatická Jana , Hradečná Zuzana , Böhmer František , Vaváková Magdaléna , Waczulíková Iveta , Garaiova Iveta , Luha Ján , Škodáček Igor , Šuba Ján , Ďuračková Zdeňka 
Published: June 2017

AbstractBackgroundThe prevalence of mood disorders in children is a growing global concern. Omega-3 fatty acids (FA) are emerging as a promising adjuvant therapy for depressive disorder (DD) in paediatric patients. The primary objective of this pilot, single-centre, randomized, double-blind controlled study was to compare the efficacy of an Omega-3 FA fish oil emulsion with a control oil emulsion alongside standard treatment for depressive symptoms in children and adolescents suffering from depressive disorder (DD) and mixed anxiety depressive disorder (MADD).Methods38 children (12 patients were treated and diagnosed for at least 1 month before enrolment, 26 patients were first-time diagnosed as DD) aged 11–17 years were randomised 1:1 to the intervention (Omega-3 FA, 19 patients) or active comparator (Omega-6 FA, 19 patients) groups. Children’s depression inventory (CDI) ratings were performed at baseline, every 2 weeks for a 12-week intervention period and at 4-week post-intervention. 35 patients (17 in Omega-3 and 18 in Omega-6 groups) who completed the whole intervention period were evaluated. Patients from Omega-3 group were stratified according to diagnosis into two subgroups (DD—10/17 and mixed anxiety depressive disorder (MADD)—7/17 patients) and in the Omega-6 group into DD—10/18 and MADD—8/18 patients. Groups were evaluated separately. Differences between-groups were tested with the Student´sttest or non-parametric Mann–Whitney U test. Two-way ANOVA with repeated measures and Friedman test were used to analyse theTreatmenteffect for response in CDI score. p < 0.05 was considered significant in all statistical analyses.ResultsSignificant reductions in CDI scores in 35 analysed patients who completed 12 weeks intervention were observed after 12 weeks of intervention only in the Omega-3 group (p = 0.034). After stratification to depressive disorder and mixed anxiety depressive disorder subgroups, the DD subgroup receiving the Omega-3 FA fish oil showed statistically greater improvement (score reduction after 8 week treatment of −9.1 CDI, p = 0.0001) when compared to the MADD subgroup (score reduction after 8 week treatment −4.24 CDI, p = 0.271).ConclusionsCDI scores were reduced in the Omega-3 group and the depression subgroup had greater improvement than the mixed depressive/anxiety group. An Omega-3 fatty acid rich fish oil emulsion may be an effective adjuvant supplement during the treatment of depressive disorders in children.Trial registrationISRCTN81655012
Excerpt from Auggie’s Revenge
Authors: Kudera Alex 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
Auggie’s Revenge is Alex Kudera’s comic crime novel about academic labor in urban America. In the city of brotherly unemployment, instructor of philosophy Michael Vittinger shares an adjuncts’ office far removed from any full-time or tenure-track position. After more than a decade of teaching, Michael still lives paycheck-to-supermarket in a small studio apartment. In the following excerpt, Vittinger gets stood up at the bar by his girlfriend, encounters less fortunate street dwellers on his way to securing affordable comestibles at the local convenience store, and retires for the evening to watch frisky bears on late-night television.
Importance of Performing Experience in Strength Training Periodization
Authors: Novosád Adrián , Buzgó Gabriel , Keszegh Peter , Chudý Jakub , Halaj Matej , Kolonyi Tomáš 
Published: June 2017

Summary
Proper mastering of a training means seems to be an important determinant of the quality of strength training. Aim of the paper is to examine the differences in strength in relation to squat-performing experience and to offer a way of improving performance by means of increasing the quality of squat technique. Methods 1. Subjects were divided into two groups according to their previous experience with performing squat: a group of inexperienced (n = 9; age: 21.1 years ± 2.37; height: 179.2 cm ± 8.18; weight: 70.0 kg ± 7.38) and experienced (n = 9; age: 24.0 years ± 1.07; height: 182.1 cm ± 4.14; weight: 81.2 kg ± 4.29). We carried out a test of maximal isometric strength in deep squat (ISOmax50°) and a modified diagnostic set (Fitro Force Plate) which consisted of repetitions of heel raised deep squats with a gradually increasing external loading (FmaxBW+(0-100%)). Posture and the body segments of the participants were not corrected during these tests. Mann-Whitney U test (α=0.05) was used to evaluate the data obtained. Results 1. After comparing the differences in the maximal value of force curve in dynamic muscular mode (FmaxBW+(0-100%)) and the maximal isometric force in deep squat (ISOmax50°) between the groups we found significantly bigger differences in the group of experienced when the resistance represented +75 % (Δ 279.0 N) and +100 % of body weight (Δ 332.2 N). Methods 2. Eleven inexperienced subjects (age: 22.1 years ± 1.52; weight: 78.2 kg ± 2.84) completed a short term experiment (with 4 training sessions in weeklong microcycle). The purpose was to practise deep squat without any content of targeted strength development.
No control group was included. Initial and final measurements included the rate of force development test (RFD50°,90°,140°, 0-200 ms), the maximal isometric strength test (ISOmax50°,90°,140°) and the diagnostic set for deep squat (Fitro Dyne Premium). Wilcoxon T-test was used for further analyses (α = 0.01; α = 0.05). Results 2. We found statistically significant increments of ISOmax50° (Δ 89.45 N, p < 0.01), ISOmax90° (Δ 45.63 N, p < 0.05), RFD50°(0-200ms) (Δ 0.42 N.ms-1, p < 0.05), RFD90°(0-200ms) (Δ 0.47 N.ms-1, p < 0.05) and mean power output (Pmean) of entire diagnostic set (Δ 38.8 W, p < 0.01). Conclusions. Increases in the difference in variations between the groups starting from the resistance of 50 % of body weight confirms the recommendations of using lower weights for beginners for the purpose of strength development. Based on the results we conclude that a short-term training programme of deep squat practise (without any intention of improving strength performance) has positive effect on selected strength parameters.
Contemporary overview of soil creep phenomenon
Authors: Kaczmarek Łukasz , Dobak Paweł 
Published: June 2017

AbstractSoil creep deformation refers to phenomena which take place in many areas and research in this field of science is rich and constantly developing. The article presents an analysis of the literature on soil creep phenomena. In light of the complexity of the issues involved and the wide variety of perspectives taken, this attempt at systematization seeks to provide a reliable review of current theories and practical approaches concerning creep deformation. The paper deals with subjects such as definition of creep, creep genesis, basic description of soil creep dynamics deformation, estimation of creep capabilities, various fields of creep occurrence, and an introduction to creep modeling. Furthermore, based on this analysis, a new direction for research is proposed.
Technology Integration Experiences of Teachers
Authors: Çoklar Ahmet Naci , Yurdakul Işıl Kabakçı 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
Teachers are important providers of educational sustainability. Teachers’ ability to adapt themselves to rapidly developing technologies applicable to learning environments is connected with technology integration. The purpose of this study is to investigate teachers’ technology integration experiences in the course of learning and teaching processes. In doing so, qualitative research methods have been applied. The participants of the study were four teachers of different subject fields who work at a public secondary school in 2015–2016 school years and regard themselves as competent in technology integration. The study results indicated that the teachers took a teacher-centered stand in technology integration and the teachers’ most prominent reasons to start technology integration were the search for quality in education. Also the teachers, as IT school teachers, reported receiving support from close friends, the Ministry of National Education (MoNE), and online resources. The problems that the teachers faced in the processes of technology integration were mostly related to issues connected with the access to technology and technology proficiency.
Replikationen, Reputation und gute wissenschaftliche Praxis
Authors: Fecher Benedikt , Fräßdorf Mathis , Hebing Marcel , Wagner Gert G. 
Published: June 2017

ZusammenfassungIn Zeiten wachsender Publikationszahlen und zunehmend datenintensiver Forschung stoßen die klassischen Qualitätssicherungsmaßnahmen, wie die Peer-Review, an ihre Grenzen. Vor diesem Hintergrund werden Replikationsstudien verstärkt als gute wissenschaftliche Praxis und Lösungsansatz diskutiert, um dem Problem methodisch unzureichender und oftmals fehlerbehafteter Analysen zu begegnen. Denn schlechte Analysen untergraben nicht zuletzt das Vertrauen der Öffentlichkeit in die Wissenschaft. Dennoch werden in allen Disziplinen bisher nur wenige Replikationsstudien durchgeführt. In diesem Aufsatz zeigen wir die zentralen Probleme bei der Replizierbarkeit wissenschaftlicher Ergebnisse auf und schlagen Maßnahmen vor, die auf den impliziten Reputationsmechanismen der akademischen Wissenschaft beruhen
How Our Biology Constrains Our Science
Authors: Vlerick Michael 
Published: June 2017

AbstractReasoning from a naturalistic perspective, viewing the mind as an evolved biological organ with a particular structure and function, a number of influential philosophers and cognitive scientists claim that science is constrained by human nature. How exactly our genetic constitution constrains scientific representations of the world remains unclear. This is problematic for two reasons. Firstly, it often leads to the unwarranted conclusion that we are cognitively closed to certain aspects or properties of the world. Secondly, it stands in the way of a nuanced account of the relationship between our cognitive and perceptual wiring and scientific theory. In response, I propose a typology or classification of the different kinds of biological constraints and their sources on science. Using Boden’s (1990) notion of a conceptual space, I distinguish between constraints relating to the ease with which we can reach representations within our conceptual space (which I call ‘biases’) and constraints causing possible representations to fall outside of our conceptual space. This last kind of constraints does not entail that some aspects or properties of the world cannot be represented by us – as argued by advocates of ‘cognitive closure’ – merely that some ways of representing the world are inaccessible to us. It relates to what Clark (1986) and Rescher (1990) have framed as ‘the alien scientist hypothesis’ (the possibility that alien scientists, endowed with radically different cognitive abilities, could produce representations of the world that are unintelligible to us). The purpose of this typology is to provide some much needed clarity and structure to the debate about biological constraints on science.
A monotonicity property for generalized Fibonacci sequences
Authors: Mansour Toufik , Shattuck Mark 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
Given k ≥ 2, let a

n
be the sequence defined by the recurrence a

n
= α
1
a

n–1 + … + α

k

a

n–k
for n ≥ k, with initial values a
0 = a
1 = … = a

k–2 = 0 and a

k–1 = 1. We show under a couple of assumptions concerning the constants α

i
that the ratio

a
n

n

a

n
−
1

n
−
1

$\frac{\sqrt[n]{a_n}}{\sqrt[n-1]{a_{n-1}}}$

is strictly decreasing for all n ≥ N, for some N depending on the sequence, and has limit 1. In particular, this holds in the cases when all of the α

i
are unity or when all of the α

i
are zero except for the first and last, which are unity. Furthermore, when k = 3 or k = 4, it is shown that one may take N to be an integer less than 12 in each of these cases.
Character sums with an explicit evaluation
Authors: Alsulmi Badria , Pigno Vincent , Pinner Christopher 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
We show that for Dirichlet characters χ, χ
1, …, χs
mod pm
the sum

∑

x
1

=
1

p
m

…

∑

x
s

=
1

p
m

χ
1

(

x
1

)
…

χ
s

(

x
s

)
χ
(

A
1

x
1

+
⋯
+

A
s

x
s

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B

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1

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s

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)

$$\begin{array}{}
\displaystyle\sum\limits_{x_1=1}^{p^m} \dots \sum\limits_{x_s=1}^{p^m}\chi_1(x_1)\dots \chi_s(x_s) \chi(A_1x_1 + \dots + A_sx_s + Bx_1^{w_1}\cdots x_s^{w_s})
\end{array} $$

has a simple evaluation when m is sufficently large, for m ≥ 2 if

p
∤
2

A
1

⋯

A
s

B
(
1
−

w
1

−
⋯
−

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)
.

$$p\nmid 2A_1\cdots A_sB(1-w_1-\cdots -w_s). $$
Uniqueness theorems for finitely additive probabilities on quantum structures
Authors: Svistula Marina 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The proofs of uniqueness theorems, presented here, allow to extend the earlier results. For example, the following hold: let μ and ν be two finitely additive probabilities on a structure L̃ (for example, L̃ is a pseudo-effect algebra), and let μ be convex-ranged; if there exists an element a ∈ L̃ with 0 < μ(a) < 1 and such that μ(a) = μ(b) ⇒ ν(a) = ν(b) whenever b ∈ L̃, then ν = μ.