bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Surgical Management of Carney Complex–Associated Pituitary Pathology
Authors: Lonser Russell R. , Mehta Gautam U. , Kindzelski Bogdan A. , Ray-Chaudhury Abhik , Vortmeyer Alexander O. , Dickerman Robert , Oldfield Edward H. 
Published: August 2016

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Carney complex (CNC) is a familial neoplasia syndrome that is associated with pituitary-associated hypersecretion of growth hormone (GH) (acromegaly). The underlying cause of pituitary GH hypersecretion and its management have been incompletely defined.

OBJECTIVE: To provide biological insight into CNC-associated pituitary pathology and improve management, we analyzed findings in CNC patients who underwent transsphenoidal surgery.

METHODS: Consecutive CNC patients at the National Institutes of Health with acromegaly and imaging evidence of a pituitary adenoma(s) who underwent transsphenoidal resection of tumor(s) were included. Prospectively acquired magnetic resonance imaging and biochemical, surgical, and histological data were analyzed.

RESULTS: Seven acromegalic CNC patients (2 male, 5 female) were included. The mean age at surgery was 29.7 years (range, 18-44 years). The mean follow-up was 4.7 years (range, 0.2-129 months). Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a single pituitary adenoma in 4 patients and multiple pituitary adenomas in 3 patients. Whereas patients with single discrete pituitary adenomas underwent selective adenomectomy, patients with multiple adenomas underwent selective adenomectomy of multiple tumors, as well as partial or total hypophysectomy. All adenomas were either GH and prolactin positive or exclusively prolactin positive. Pituitary tissue surrounding the adenomas in patients with multiple adenomas revealed hyperplastic GH- and prolactin-positive tissue.

CONCLUSION: CNC-associated acromegaly results from variable pituitary pathology, including a single GH-secreting adenoma or multiple GH-secreting adenomas and/or GH hypersecretion of the pituitary gland surrounding multiple adenomas. Although selective adenomectomy is the preferred treatment for cases of GH-secreting adenomas, multiple adenomas with associated pituitary gland GH hypersecretion may require partial or complete hypophysectomy to achieve biochemical remission.
Spatial Genetic Structure within Populations of Sorbus torminalis (L.) Crantz: Comparative Analysis of the Self-incompatibility Locus and Nuclear Microsatellites
Authors: Jankowska-Wroblewska Sandra , Warmbier Joanna , Burczyk Jaroslaw 
Published: August 2016

AbstractDistribution of genetic diversity among and within plant populations may depend on the mating system and the mechanisms underlying the efficiency of pollen and seed dispersal. In self-incompatible species, negative frequency-dependent selection acting on the self-incompatibility locus is expected to decrease intensity of spatial genetic structure (SGS) and to reduce population differentiation. We investigated two populations (peripheral and more central) of wild service tree (Sorbus torminalis(L.) Crantz), a self-incompatible, scattered tree species to test the differences in population differentiation and spatial genetic structure assessed at the self-incompatibility locus and neutral nuclear microsatellites. Although, both populations exhibited similar levels of genetic diversity regardless of the marker type, significant differentiation was noticed. Differences betweenFSTandRSTsuggested that in the case of microsatellites both mutations and drift were responsible for the observed differentiation level, but in the case of theS-RNaselocus drift played a major role. Microsatellites indicated a similar and significant level of spatial genetic structure in both populations; however, at theS-RNaselocus significant spatial genetic structure was found only in the fragmented population located at the north-eastern species range limits. Differences in SGS between the populations detected at the self-incompatibility locus were attributed mainly to the differences in fragmentation and population history.
Selected Issues Concerning Degradation of Material in the Production of Injection Molded Plastic Components
Authors: Jałbrzykowski Marek 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
This paper presents the problem of thermal degradation of thermoplastic materials processed using the injection method. Attention was paid to the issue of the optimal selection of a dye for modifying the base materials. For the selected materials and dyes, derivatograph tests were performed in order to assess their thermal characteristics and breakdown kinetics. Additionally, tribological tests and microscope observations of selected samples were performed. The obtained test results suggest a diverse level of thermal processes in the analyzed materials. This is crucial for the appropriate selection of dyes for plastic materials. As it turned out, the tribological properties of materials can also influence the technological quality of the injected alloy.
Treading in the footsteps of literary heroes: an autoethnography
Authors: Brown Lorraine 
Published: August 2016

AbstractLiterary tourism is an increasingly important market within the field of cultural and heritage tourism. However, it is under-represented in the literature. Still not enough is known about the motivations and experiences of literary tourists. This paper offers an autoethnographic account of a literary tourist trip toLe Café Les Deux Magots, a place associated with the writers and philosophers Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir. The paper discusses the motivations for becoming a literary pilgrim, and describes the meaning attached to the place visited. It underscores the desire for connection with place and reflects on how this is achieved.
Dimensions of Gang Issues at the National and International Level
Authors: Svatošová Veronika , Smolík Josef 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The main objective of this paper is to define the main dimensions of gang, its structure, mutual connections and influence on the contemporary society at national and international level. This paper is based on knowledge about the issues of gang and presents the main differences and characteristics of formalized and non-formalized gang and the main identical and different characters. It comes from a study of current knowledge on the issue of gang and discusses its general forms. In this paper, a discussion of existing studies and typologies of these peculiar social groups, including an explanation is provided. The next section will introduce the particular qualities of the crimes committed by (mostly youth) gangs and explain their possible causes. The main findings of the paper is putting relations between formalized and non-formalized gang and their influence on the present and future society in the social, psychological, economic, ethnic and criminal dimension.
The role of dynamic systems theory in motor development research: how does theory inform practice and what are the potential implications for autism spectrum disorder?
Authors: Colombo-Dougovito Andrew M. 
Published: August 2016

AbstractDynamic systems theory (DST) outlines three constraints (i.e. individual, task, and environment) that influence the emergence of behavior. These constraints interact with one another to self-organize and create a spontaneous behavior. For many researchers studying motor development, this spontaneous behavior refers to the production of motor movement. DST provides an explanation for the variability and spontaneous movement that occurs from individual to individual. While this theory is accepted as one of the major explanations of motor development, it is unknown how it is being utilized to inform the research on motor development or the development of interventions. In this review, the author found 18 instances in the literature where DST had been used to analyze, test, or manipulate motor patterns and movement. Overall, the studies report a positive effect from the manipulation of constraints with respect to a change in motor pattern. Only one study was found that sought to positively improve behavior through the directed use of constraints; the majority of studies sought to understand the influence constraints have on the production of movement.
Dual-heritage households: Food, culture, and re-membering in Hamilton, New Zealand
Authors: Graham Rebekah , Hodgetts Darrin , Stolte Ottilie 
Published: August 2016

AbstractFood is deeply connected to processes of re-membering, identity construction, the texturing of shared spaces, and social relationships. This case-comparative research focusses on how everyday food-related practices (sourcing, preparing, serving and eating) reproduce aspects of culture and communal ways of being. We will consider the food practices of three dual-heritage households who took part in a series of biographical, ‘go-along’, ‘eat-along’ and photo-elicitation interviews. Particular attention is paid to the ways in which food is intimately interwoven with familial relationships, the reproduction of hybrid ways of being, and connecting the present, past, and future.
‘Slow’ Urban Development, the History and the Future of Poblenou, 22. District of Barcelona, Spain
Authors: Adorján Anna 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Urban renewal projects are based on long-term strategies and huge economical resources. It takes a lot of time to successfully regenerate an abandoned area, create a new centre, infrastructure, businesses, communities. It also needs the kind of systematic and conscious focus that we see in Germany and Scandinavia. While Spain was one of the most touched countries of the economical crisis, it still succeeded at presenting interesting urban development initiatives.
One example is the follow-up of the Olympic development in Barcelona, 22@Barcelona project. I would like to introduce the ongoing project’s main objectives and processes and elaborate on the most interesting and valuable results from this project to consider for the present strategy of brownfield renewal in Hungary.
Long-term Green Innovation Opportunities Within the Hungarian District Heating Sector Towards 2030
Authors: Horvath Balint , Borocz Maria , Zsarnoczai Sandor , Fogarassy Csaba 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Natural gas is still the primary input of the Hungarian heating and cooling systems, therefore it still makes most of the overheads. One of the main obstacles of a competitive district heating system is the public opinion which still considers this service more expensive than the traditional heating forms. According to the absolute numbers this assumption might be valid but from a more accurate economic perspective, heat production has more aspects to stress. Most people forget about the simple fact that the maintenance costs of natural gas based systems are rather outsourced to the consumer than in the case of district heating. Furthermore, the uneven rate of the fixed and variable costs of this technology does not prove to be optimal for service developments. Investigating the future tendencies highlight that encouraging the efficiency improvement of district heating and the spread of technological innovation in the sector does not belong to the top priorities. Still, avoiding this problem it could lead serious deadweight losses in the case of the heating sector.
Development and Subsidization Possibilities for Efficient Energy Provision in the Hungarian Built Environment Within the 2021-2030 EU Programming Period
Authors: Borocz Maria 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The NER300 program, founded by the European Commission, is one of the world’s largest initiatives for funding low-carbon innovation projects like renewable energy development or carbon capture and storage. During the operation of this program there has been 38 supported projects from more than 2 billion Euros. The European Union announced that they are willing to maintain this mechanism for the next programming period from 2021 to 2030 on the name “NER400”. According to the early estimations the available amount of funds is going to cover more than 9 billion EUR for the member states. The trend for smart metering systems throughout Europe is well-known among the countries. Still, considering the foreseeable EU regulations regarding the dissemination of these devices. The present study provides with a review of the European best practices for setting smart metering systems and studies the recent Hungarian endeavors for running pilot projects in this field.
The Placement of Post-pyloric Feeding Tubes Using DRX-Revolution Mobile X-Ray System in an ICU. A Case Series
Authors: Koyfman Leonid , Schwartz Andrei , Benjamin Yair , Smolikov Alexander , Klein Moti , Brotfain Evgeni 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Enteral nutrition is crucial for ensuring that critically ill patients have a proper intake of food, water, and medicine. Methods to ensure this requirement should be initiated as early as possible. The use of PPF has several advantages compared to the use of a nasogastric feeding tube. In the present paper, the cases of three critically ill patients with a nonfunctional gastrointestinal system on admission to ICU, are detailed. Enteral feeding through a nasogastric tube by prokinetic agent therapy had been unsuccessful. The bedside placement of a post-pyloric feeding tube by the DRX-Revolution X-ray system is described.
High Grade Uterine and Rectal Prolapse
Authors: Molnar Călin , Tătaru Octavian-Sabin , Butiurcă Vlad-Olimpiu , Molnar Varlam-Claudiu 
Published: August 2016

Abstract

Introduction: Pelvic floor hernias are encountered especially in elderly women. A combined genital, bladder, and rectal prolapse poses treatment challenges in aged women.

Case presentation: We present the case of an 88 year-old patient, complaining of an intravaginal mass protruding for the last 3 months, rectal prolapse that occurred two weeks before admittance, accompanied by stress incontinence of urine and chronic constipation. Examination revealed a uterine prolapse with cystocele and a fourth grade rectal prolapse. We decided on a perianal and transvaginal approach, performing preliminary dilatation and curettage, cervix amputation, anterior colporrhaphy and colpoperineorrhaphy (Manchester procedure) with perineal rectosigmoidectomy using the LigaSure™ device, and coloanal manual anastomosis. Postoperatively the patient had no symptoms of stress urinary incontinence, bowel movement resumed in the fourth postoperative day, and the patient was discharged after seven days. One month after surgery the patient has both urinary and fecal continence, with no relapse in pelvic organ prolapse.

Conclusions: Encountering genital, bladder, and rectal prolapse in the same patient is quite rare, and its treatment can be difficult in aged women. Therefore, a less invasive surgical procedure, using the transvaginal approach, and a genital sparing surgery could be the key in cases like this.
Normal and abnormal vaginal microbiota
Authors: Mendling Werner 
Published: August 2016

Abstract:
The normal and abnormal vaginal microbiome are an ecosystem of up to 200 species influenced by genetic, ethnic, environmental and behavioral factors. Cultural methods release only a small clinically unimportant spectrum. Lactobacilli are the most dominant and maintain a pH value between 3.8 and 4.5. They support a defense system against dysbiosis and infections to care for a healthy outer and inner genital tract, a balanced restitution after intercourse and normal pregnancy and childbirth. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most frequent dysbiosis with a lack of lactobacilli and an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria. Special Gardnerella vaginalis strains work together with Atopobium vaginae, Clostridiales and others, but also Lactobacillus iners in a vaginal polymicrobial biofilm, which is sexually transmitted and cannot be destroyed by the recommended antibiotics.
Chancen und Risiken von e-Health in der Labormedizin
Authors: Orth Matthias , Aufenanger Johannes , Hoffmann Georg , Lichtinghagen Ralf , Stiegler Yuriko , Peetz Dirk , für die Sektion Labormanagement der Deutschen Vereinten Gese  
Published: August 2016

Zusammenfassung
Aus dem Lifestyle- und Wellnessbereich werden den Kunden vielfältige Apps angeboten, die die Kundendaten ansprechend digital präsentieren. Auch der politische Wille fordert die Digitalisierung in der Medizin mit dem sog. „E-Health-Gesetz“. In der nationalen elektronischen Patientenakte sollen dazu auch Laborbefunde gespeichert werden. Dafür notwendig ist allerdings eine ausreichende Harmonisierung von Prä-Präanalytik (Terminologie, Testprofile, Testungsintervalle), Präanalytik (Abnahmezeiten, Patientenvorbereitung, Probentransport und Probenlagerung), Analytik (Probenqualität, Methode, Kalibration, Qualitätssicherung) bis hin zur Postanalytik (Einheiten, Datenformate, Referenzintervalle, Entscheidungswerte). Diese Harmonisierung kann aufgrund der vielen verschiedenen Laboruntersuchungen und parameterspezifischen Besonderheiten trotz weitreichender nationaler und internationaler Aktivitäten noch nicht als abgeschlossen gelten. Andere Herausforderungen elektronischer Patientenakten liegen bei der Datensicherheit (d.h. der Integrität der Laborbefunde) und dem Datenschutz unter Berücksichtigung der informationellen Selbstbestimmung der Patienten und weiterer Gesetze wie dem Gendiagnostikgesetz (GenDG).

Empfehlung:
Wir empfehlen aus Gründen der Patientensicherheit, sich bei der nationalen elektronischen Patientenakte auf wenige ausgewählte Laborbefunde zu beschränken, die unmittelbar zur Dosisanpassung von Medikamenten notwendig sind und die so den elektronischen Medikationsplan unterstützen.
Are Alternative Information Services Compensating for Dysfunctional School Libraries in South Africa? The Case of Limpopo Province
Authors: Mojapelo Samuel Maredi 
Published: August 2016

AbstractOwing to uneven resource-provisioning during the apartheid era, dysfunctional library facilities are a major concern in the majority of South African schools. Since only 7 % of state schools have functional school libraries, teaching and learning are negatively affected. The article is limited to just one part of a research project which investigated the
Trends in the internationalization of European higher education in a convergence perspective
Authors: Dima Alina Mihaela , Vasilache Simona 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
The paper proposes several indicators for the degree of convergence in the internationalization of European higher education, based on previous research on the topic and on the availability of data in the large repositories, such as Eurostat. Starting from longitudinal data series built using the values of the selected indicators in 2015; we have grouped European higher education systems in clusters, based on their similarity, that is, potential for medium term convergence. These findings may serve as a guiding methodology for further, more detailed investigations on convergence and divergence of higher education systems in Europe. The main limitations arise from the availability of data, more specifically from the lack of in-depth data collection at the European level.
Crystal structure of poly-[aqua-μ
2-aqua-μ
2-(4,4′-oxybis(benzoato)-κ
4
O,O′:O′′,O′′′)cadmium(II)], C14H12O7Cd
Authors: Guang-Ming Bao , Wei Xiao , Ting-Ting Sun , Chun-Yan Hu , Yi-Hua Wang , Hou-Qun Yuan 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
C14H12O7Cd, orthorhombic, Ima2 (no. 46), a = 30.715(3) Å, b = 7.8833(8) Å, c = 5.8202(6) Å, V = 1409.3(2) Å3, Z = 4, R
gt(F) = 0.0159, wR
ref(F
2) = 0.0400, T = 296(2) K.
Value of Professional Property Managers in Residential Project Development
Authors: Yuen C. B. , Li Teresa 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Property management has often been described as an after-sale service because the participation of professional property managers is only required upon completion of the building. Recently, however, property management has become an integral part of project development based on its value. These days, managing recreational facilities such as residents’ clubs, gyms and swimming pools, given the frequent use of electronic installations, no longer falls under basic caretaking services. The early detection of hidden problems such as poor quality concealed cables, conduits and pipes and the improper selection of building materials saves time and money in subsequent maintenance and repair work, simultaneously reducing any inconvenience experienced by end-users due to a breakdown in services or defective rectification.
Environmental protection and energy conservation are becoming increasingly important in our daily lives, and thus are unavoidable agendas in the design and construction of buildings, be they domestic, commercial or industrial. The input of professional property managers based on their foresight and past work experience with end-users is crucial to the success of such schemes. This paper reviews the value of professional property managers in residential project development.
Fungal Diversity of Maize (Zea Mays L.) Grains
Authors: Gulbis Kaspars , Bankina Biruta , Bimšteina Gunita , Neusa-Luca Ingrīda , Roga Ance , Fridmanis Dāvids 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Maize is becoming more and more important crop for dairy farming as forage and as substrate for biogas production. The mycotoxin producing fungi can spoil feed, reduce cattle productivity and cause health problems. The aim of this research was to study the mycoflora of maize grains in order to clarify the fungal composition and verify the presence of potential mycotoxin producing fungi. The grain samples were collected from different maize hybrid performance trial in Research and Study farm “Vecauce” of Latvia University of Agriculture in 2014. The fungi from 14 genera were isolated from surface sterilized grains. The most abundant were Alternaria, Fusarium and Penicillium spp. Mycotoxin producing fungi are present in maize grain mycoflora, and there is a risk that maize production can contain mycotoxins.
Perceived food environment – eine qualitativ-explorative Analyse der wahrgenommenen Ernährungsumgebung bei Senioren
Authors: Rüter Jana , Loss Julika 
Published: August 2016

Zusammenfassung:
Ernährungsverhalten allein durch Maßnahmen der Verhaltensprävention zu verbessern, scheint nicht ausreichend zu sein, da neben individuellen Faktoren wie Ernährungswissen, -kompetenzen und Motivation auch die Ernährungsumgebung einen zentralen Einfluss auf Ernährungsgewohnheiten hat. Der Beitrag beschreibt ein Mehr-Ebenen-Modell der Ernährungsumgebung und stellt exemplarisch Ergebnisse aus einer explorativen Studie mit Senioren zur wahrgenommenen Ernährungsumgebung vor.
Comparision in the solvent extraction behavior of uranium (VI) in some trialkyl phosphates in ionic liquid
Authors: Rama R. , Rout Alok , Venkatesan K. A. , Antony M. P. , Suresh A. 
Published: August 2016

Abstract
Higher homologs of trialkyl phosphates (TAlP) are proposed for reprocessing of fast reactor fuels. Solvent extraction behavior of U(VI) from nitric acid medium was studied in some TAlP present in 1-octyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide ([C8mim][NTf2]) ionic liquid. The extractants investigated were tri-n-propylphosphate (TPP), tri-n-butylphosphate (TBP), tri-n-amylphosphate (TAP), tri-n-octylphosphate (TOP), tri-iso-amylphosphate (TIAP) and tri-iso-butylphosphate (TIBP). The extraction of uranium (VI) was investigated as a function of various parameters, such as the equilibration time, [HNO3], [TAlP], temperature and nature of ionic liquid cation. The distribution ratios of U(VI) increased with an increase in the concentration of nitric acid and decreases in the order TOP>TAP~ TIAP>TBP~TIBP>TPP. The stoichiometry of the extraction was determined by slope analysis of the extraction data. Distribution ratios of U (VI) were determined at various temperatures and the thermodynamic parameters were derived. Quantitative stripping of uranium from the loaded ionic liquid phase was achieved using dilute nitric acid.