bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Long‐Term Study on the Fluctuation of Self‐Reported Awake Bruxism in a Cohort of Healthy Young Adults
Authors: Colonna Anna , Lobbezoo Frank , Bracci Alessandro , Ferrari Marco , Val Matteo , Manfredini Daniele 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundThe introduction of a smartphone‐based ecological momentary assessment (EMA) approach has allowed achieving data on the frequency of different awake bruxism (AB) behaviours (i.e., teeth contact, teeth clenching, teeth grinding, and mandible bracing) reported by an individual in the natural environment.Study ObjectivesThe fluctuation of AB reports over time has a certain degree of variability that has never been investigated. Therefore, the aim of this investigation was to assess the long‐term fluctuation of AB behaviours in a population of young adults.MethodsA smartphone application was used to assess a real‐time report on five specific oral conditions related to AB in a sample of 77 young adults, aged 24.0 ± 0.8 years. Data were recorded over three periods of 7 days, with a three‐month interval for a total of 6 months.ResultsThe average frequency of the relaxed condition was 72.9%, 78.2%, and 80.8% at the end of the first, second, and third sessions, respectively. On average, teeth contact and mandible bracing were the most frequently reported conditions, with a mean prevalence of 12.9% and 7%, respectively, whilst the frequency of teeth clenching and teeth grinding was less than 3%. The ANOVA test showed an absence of significant differences (p < 0.05) between the three recording periods, and the frequency was in general only moderately variable from day‐to‐day (e.g., the coefficient of variation (CV) for the condition “relaxed jaw muscles” was 0.3). No gender differences were detected either.ConclusionsFindings suggest that in a population of healthy individuals, the frequency of AB behaviours over a six‐month monitoring period is quite constant. This investigation represents a standpoint for future comparisons on the study of natural fluctuations of AB behaviours as well as on AB frequency in populations with risk/associated factors and possible clinical consequences.
Bruxism and Sleep Disorders in Patients Diagnosed With Depressive Disorder and Anxiety Disorder Using Antidepressants
Authors: Avan Gizem Nur Pala , Erdoğan Ali , Cinemre Buket , Kulaksızoğlu Burak , Metin Özmen 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTObjectiveTo investigate the frequency of bruxism, factors associated with bruxism and sleep disorders in patients diagnosed with depressive disorder and anxiety disorder who use antidepressants.MethodsA total of 273 patients diagnosed with anxiety disorder or depression who had been using antidepressants for at least 1 month were included, along with 273 healthy control groups. The patient and control groups completed a sociodemographic data form, Epworth Daytime Sleepiness Scale (EDSS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and a bruxism questionnaire. Additionally, the clinician confirmed the diagnosis of bruxism through a clinical interview.ResultsBruxism was detected in 73.3% of the patient group and 28.2% of the control group (p < 0.001). The most commonly used antidepressants among patients were selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as escitalopram and sertraline. Within the patient group, individuals with bruxism had higher family history rates of teeth grinding (p = 0.034), PSQI scores (p < 0.001) and EDSS scores (p < 0.001) compared to those without bruxism. Positive correlations were found between the presence of bruxism and PSQI (p < 0.001) scores as well as EDSS scores (p < 0.001) in both the patient group and all participants. Regression analysis conducted on the entire sample revealed that family history rates of teeth grinding (p < 0.001), antidepressant use (p < 0.001) and PSQI score (p = 0.004) were associated with bruxism.ConclusionThe findings from this study suggest that a majority of patients diagnosed with depressive or anxiety disorders may experience bruxism, particularly those using SSRI‐type antidepressants. Furthermore, individuals with bruxism may have poor sleep quality and excessive daytime sleepiness tendencies.
Cultural and linguistic diversity is associated with increased inter‐dialytic weight gain among patients on long‐term haemodialysis
Authors: Blessan Asha , Zimbudzi Edward 
Published: October 2024

AbstractBackgroundFactors associated with suboptimal interdialytic weight gain have long been established. However, the influence of cultural and linguistic diversity on interdialytic weight gain among patients receiving haemodialysis is not well‐understood.ObjectiveThis study examined the relationship between interdialytic weight gain and cultural and linguistic diversity among patients receiving haemodialysis.DesignRetrospective cross‐sectional study.Participants and MeasurementsDemographic and clinical data were collected from electronic medical records of patients receiving haemodialysis at five dialysis units. Logistic regression analysis was performed to determine factors associated with suboptimal interdialytic weight gain.ResultsTwo hundred and sixty‐nine patients, 62% of whom were female, with mean ± age of 65.8 ± 14.8 years, were studied. Most were from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (60%) and a significant number belonged to the most disadvantaged socioeconomic group. Patients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds had significantly higher relative interdialytic weight gain (2.40% ± 1.45%) compared to those from nonculturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (1.83 ± 1.09%) (mean difference: 0.57%, 95% CI: 0.25–0.90, p = 0.001). Being from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds was associated with increased odds of higher relative interdialytic weight gain (OR: 2.40; 95% CI: 1.38–4.17, p < 0.01).ConclusionAmong patients on maintenance haemodialysis, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds had higher interdialytic weight gain compared to those from nonculturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Future research focusing on co‐developing culturally sensitive interventions to improve self‐management capability of patients on maintenance haemodialysis from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds is needed.
Probiotic Strain Lactobacillus plantarum GCLP4 Derived From the Gut of Ctenopharyngodon idella Modulates Growth, Digestive Enzymes and Immune‐Biochemical Parameters of Labeo rohita Fingerlings
Authors: Yasmin Rubina , Saharia Pabitra Kumar , Hussain Inam Akhtar , Talukdar Avinash , Baishya Sangipran , Bhagawati Kaustubh , Sarma Dipak kr , Patowary Arnab Narayan , Kalita Kamaleswar , Das Utpal Kumar , Singh Aprajita 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTThe present study was carried out to isolate, identify, and characterize bacterial probiotic strain from the gut of Ctenopharyngodon idella (Grass carp) and then to study its effect on growth, digestive enzymes and immunity of Labeo rohita fingerlings. A total of 6 gram‐positive bacteria belonging to the genus Lactobacillus spp. (3), Bacillus spp. (2) and Staphylococcus spp. (1), were identified biochemically. Based on the biochemical results, the isolate GCLP4 was selected for molecular confirmation and BLAST analysis showed maximum homology with Lactobacillus plantarum (100% ident). Fish were fed for 60 days with diet containing 0 (T0), 105 (T1), 107 (T2), 109 (T3) cfu/g diet of L. plantarum GCLP4 and 105 (T4) of commercial probiotics. Results shows that supplementation of GCLP4 had significantly (p < 0.05) improve weight gain (%), specific growth rate (SGR) and feed conversion ratio (FCR) of L. rohita with better values in T3 group. The immunological parameters (white blood cell, red blood cell, haemoglobin, total protein, albumin and globulin were significantly higher (p < 0.05) with 107 and 109 Lactobacillus GCLP4 cfu/g diet. The digestive enzyme activities (protease, amylase and lipase) were significantly (p < 0.05) higher, particularly, with 109 Lactobacillus GCLP4 cfu/g of diet. All the groups supplemented with GCLP4 including the commercial probiotics have lower (p < 0.05) activities of serum transaminase enzymes along with lower (p < 0.005) level of glucose as compared to the control group. The results of the study collectively suggest that dietary L. plantarum GCLP4 at 109 cfu/g is an effective probiotic obtained from grass carp having potency to promote growth, digestive enzymes and immune‐biochemical indices of L. rohita fingerlings in present culture condition.
Insects as Sustainable Feed: Enhancing Animal Nutrition and Reducing Livestock Environmental Impression
Authors: Fu Chun , Cheema Waqas A. , Mobashar Muhammad , Shah Assar A. , Alqahtani Muhammed M. 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTInsects are emerging as a promising alternative source in animal nutrition, offering high protein content and a low environmental impression compared to traditional feed sources. This abstract explores the potential role of insects in reducing the environmental impact of livestock production. Insects such as black soldier fly larvae, mealworms, and crickets are rich in essential nutrients, including proteins, amino acids, fatty acids and so on. They can be efficiently farmed on organic waste streams, contributing to resource efficiency and waste lessening. Additionally, insect farming needs a small quantity of water, less land, and emits fewer greenhouse gases than conventional animal feed production. Despite these benefits, several challenges must be addressed to realize their potential, including regulatory approval, consumer acceptance, production scalability, and ensuring consistent nutritional quality. By overcoming these challenges through research, innovation, and policy support, insects can be integrated into mainstream animal feed systems, significantly reducing the environmental impact of livestock farming and contributing to a more sustainable agricultural future.
Efficient 3D robotic mapping and navigation method in complex construction environments
Authors: Ren Tianyu , Jebelli Houtan 
Published: October 2024

AbstractRecent advancements in construction robotics have significantly transformed the construction industry by delivering safer and more efficient solutions for handling complex and hazardous tasks. Despite these innovations, ensuring safe robotic navigation in intricate indoor construction environments, such as attics, remains a significant challenge. This study introduces a robust 3‐dimensional (3D) robotic mapping and navigation method specifically tailored for these environments. Utilizing light detection and ranging, simultaneous localization and mapping, and neural networks, this method generates precise 3D maps. It also combines grid‐based pathfinding with deep reinforcement learning to enhance navigation and obstacle avoidance in dynamic and complex construction settings. An evaluation conducted in a simulated attic environment—characterized by various truss structures and continuously changing obstacles—affirms the method's efficacy. Compared to established benchmarks, this method not only achieves over 95% mapping accuracy but also improves navigation accuracy by 10% and boosts both efficiency and safety margins by over 30%.
Post‐mortem interval determinations using insects collected from illegally hunted and dehorned rhinoceros in the Republic of South Africa from 2014 to 2021
Authors: Pienaar Melanie , Dadour Ian R. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractWildlife forensic science is a growing research field globally with application in criminal cases of illegal hunting requiring an estimate of time of death based on insect fauna. The techniques and procedures of forensic entomology acquired over the last 40 years, used in legal cases relating to human remains, can be adapted to decomposing wildlife. Research on carrion utilising the rate of development of insect immatures provides a biological clock from which a minimum post‐mortem interval (minPMI) can be derived. The following study concerns 19 rhinoceros that were illegally killed and dehorned in the Republic of South Africa between 2014 and 2021. The paper details 74 samples of insect evidence collected from these rhinoceros remains from which an accurate estimate of their PMI was calculated. The specimens comprised 18 species from 12 families belonging to three insect orders. Many Dipteran and Coleopteran species were found on and around each carcass. The species of fly larvae (family Calliphoridae) used in each case to estimate the PMI are as follows: Chrysomya marginalis (Wiedemann) (13 cases), Chrysomya chloropyga (Wiedemann) (2 cases), Chrysomya albiceps (Wiedemann) (1 case) and Chrysomya megacephala (Fabricius) (1 case). Two species of Coleoptera from the family Dermestidae and Silphidae involved Dermestes maculatus (DeGeer) and Thanatophilus micans (Fabricius), respectively, also were involved in one PMI estimation each. The paper highlights opportunities for improving our global understanding of gaps in procedures and training related to wildlife criminal cases.
Bariatric surgeries and cardiac structure and function: Systematic review and network meta‐analysis
Authors: Zhang Xiao‐Qian , Chen Ke‐Ning , Zhang Zu‐Xuan , Zhang Nian‐Rong , Zheng Fang‐Jie‐Yi , Zhou Biao , Meng Hua , Zhang Zhi‐Xin , Niu Wen‐Quan 
Published: October 2024

SummaryBackgroundObesity, a global health problem, is causally implicated in the development of cardiovascular disease. Bariatric surgeries are effective treatment options for obesity; however, the effectiveness of different bariatric surgeries on cardiac structure and function is not fully understood. We undertook a systematic review and network meta‐analysis to comprehensively assess this effectiveness.Data sourcePubMed, Web of Science, and EMBASE were searched from their inception until November 11, 2023. Studies that compared bariatric surgeries vis‐à‐vis non‐surgical treatment, placebo, and other bariatric surgeries, as well as reported changes in left ventricular mass or its index (LVM or LVMI) or left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), were summarized.ResultsTotal 19 studies (17 cohort studies and 2 randomized controlled trials) and 2012 adults were meta‐analyzed. Patients receiving gastric bypass had appreciably lowered LVM (weighted mean difference [WMD]: −43.86 g, 95% confidence interval [CI] −61.09 to −26.63, p < 0.01) and LVMI (standardized mean difference: −0.67, 95% CI −1.03 to −0.32, p < 0.01) compared with other bariatric surgeries. No significant improvement in LVEF was noted across all surgeries. The drop in body mass index was most pronounced for biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (WMD −16.33 kg/m2, 95% CI −21.60 to −11.05, p < 0.01).ConclusionsOur findings of this network meta‐analysis indicated that gastric bypass proved best for the improvement in cardiac structure, and there was no obvious improvement in cardiac function for all bariatric surgeries. Further studies are required to better understand the differing effectiveness of bariatric surgeries on cardiac structure and function and the underlying molecular mechanisms.
Dietary calcium intake in relation to metabolic syndrome in adults: A systematic review and dose–response meta‐analysis of epidemiological studies with GRADE assessment
Authors: Nematbakhsh Roxana , Rouhani Parisa , Saneei Parvane 
Published: October 2024

SummaryNumerous studies have examined the relationship of calcium intake and metabolic syndrome (MetS) in adults in previous decades; but the results were inconsistent across different societies. This systematic review and dose–response meta‐analysis assessed the relation between calcium consumption and MetS in adults. We did a systematic search of all articles published up to July 2023 in Scopus, PubMed/Medline, ISI Web of Science electronic databases, and Google Scholar. Observational studies investigated the association between dietary calcium (Ca) intake and MetS in adults were eligible to be included. For computing the estimates, a random effects model was applied. Combining 24 effect size from 17 investigations (15 cross‐sectional and two cohort studies) with 74,720 participants and 18,200 cases showed that highest versus lowest level of dietary Ca intake was related to 23% significant decreased odds of MetS (OR = 0.77; 95% CI: 0.66, 0.89). Linear dose–response analysis of estimates from 12 investigations showed that each 100 mg/day increment in dietary Ca intake was associated with 3% marginally significant decreased odds in MetS (OR = 0.97; 95%CI: 0.93, 1.01). In nonlinear dose–response analysis of 12 studies with 67,896 participants, a significant association between dietary calcium intake and MetS was found (Pnonlinearity <0.001); such that 500 mg/day dietary calcium intake was related to maximum decrease in odds of MetS. According to this meta‐analysis, the likelihood of MetS was significantly lower in adults with higher level of dietary calcium intake. Further large‐scale prospective cohort investigations are needed to obtain stronger and more accurate results.
Stigma of coronavirus disease 2019 among hospitalized children and their parents: A prospective cohort study
Authors: Iijima Hiroyuki , Ishitsuka Kazue , Kubota Mitsuru 
Published: October 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe stigma associated with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) is a global problem that causes psychosomatic distress, including depression, anxiety, and loneliness. However, few studies have investigated the stigma of COVID‐19 and the associated mental health impact on children or parents.MethodsWe conducted a prospective cohort study at the National Center for Child Health and Development in Tokyo, Japan, between November 2021 and October 2022. Children (4–17 years of age) with COVID‐19 and parents of hospitalized children (0–17 years of age) with COVID‐19 were enrolled in the study. Children with special health‐care needs were excluded. The questionnaires on stigma and mental health (depression, anxiety, and loneliness) were administered during hospitalization and at the 1 month follow‐up evaluation after discharge.ResultsDuring the study period, 47 children and 111 parents were included. Thirty‐eight children (81%) and 105 parents (95%) answered the questionnaires at the 1 month follow up, respectively. Approximately 70% of participants were categorized as a high‐stigma group. In children, subjective stigma was associated with loneliness during hospitalization (mean difference [MD] 2.32; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.11–4.52) and depression at the 1 month follow up (MD 2.44; 95% CI, 0.40–4.48). In parents, presumed stigma was associated with depression, anxiety, and loneliness at 1 month follow up (MD 2.24, 1.68, and 1.15; 95% CI, 0.58–3.89, 0.11–3.25, and 0.08–2.21).ConclusionOur findings suggest that the stigma associated with COVID‐19 continues to affect mental health for more than a month after discharge, and the effects of stigma on mental health differed between the children and parents.
Life review for older adults: an integrative review
Authors: Jiang Vincent , Galin Alexandra , Lea Xanthe 
Published: October 2024

AbstractLife review therapy is a form of psychotherapy framework which involves the guided reflection of life events throughout a patient's life journey. Patients are encouraged to actively recall and analyze important life events, both negative and positive. Through this process, patients may be able to come to terms with, or even resolve negative events such as conflicts and regrets. The aim of this study is to gain an understanding of the current knowledge of the use of life review therapy in older adults, and to identify areas for future research. A systematic literature search was conducted across CINAHL, Medline, PsycInfo, Embase and Scopus. Papers were screened and selected using predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria using Covidence and exported into Excel. Data analysis was conducted to synthesise thematic analyses. One hundred and thirty‐one articles from 1974 to 2023 were included in this study and were used to develop four themes: life satisfaction and self‐esteem, depression and depressive symptoms, institutional care and cognitive decline, and post‐traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma. Life review has some benefit in older adults in certain groups and situations, although the extent and duration of effectiveness of this benefit is unclear. Life review unlikely improves self‐esteem. However, in the short term, life review appears to improve life satisfaction, depression or depressive symptoms, and PTSD symptoms in the elderly. Life review may be a useful therapeutic tool for older adults with cognitive decline for as long as the intervention continues. Areas for future research are explored.
Identifying power outage hotspots to support risk management planning
Authors: Stødle Kaia , Flage Roger , Guikema Seth D. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractSecure and reliable power systems are vital for modern societies and economies. While there is a focus in the literature on predicting power outages caused by severe weather events, relatively little literature exists on identifying hot spots, locations where outages occur repeatedly and at a higher rate than expected. Reliably identifying hotspots can provide critical input for risk management efforts by power utilities, helping them to focus scarce resources on the most problematic portions of their system. In this article, we show how existing work on Moran's I spatial statistic can be adapted to identify power outage hotspots based on the types and quantities of data available to utilities in practice. The local Moran's I statistic was calculated on a grid cell level and a set of criteria were used to filter out which grid cells are considered hotspots. The hotspot identification approach utilized in this article is an easy method for utilities to use in practice, and it provides the type of information needed to directly support utility decisions about prioritizing areas of a power system to inspect and potentially reinforce.
Racial‐ethnicity group distributions of blood product use in acute trauma care transfusion
Authors: Wisont Tristan , Liu Zhinan , Kmail Zaher , Stansbury Lynn G. , Theard M. Angele , Vavilala Monica S. , Hess John R. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractBackgroundRecent studies suggest Black patients are transfused less often and at lower hemoglobin levels than White patients. In elective surgery, Black and Non‐White patients have greater estimated blood loss and transfusion frequency. We asked whether similar transfusion disparities are observable in acute trauma resuscitation.MethodsIn a single‐center retrospective analysis of trauma registry/blood‐bank‐linked data from a large US trauma center, we identified all acute trauma patients 2011–2022. Our data sources permitted distinction of Race and Ethnicity and therefor binning as Non‐White‐race/not Hispanic plus any‐race/Hispanic or White/not Hispanic. We tallied Injury Severity Scores mild through profound (ISS 1–9, 9–15, 16–25, >25), type (blunt vs. penetrating) and mechanism (firearms, etc.), and associated blood use overall and in the first, first four, and first 24 h, comparing results with chi square, p < .01.ResultsOverall, 50,394 (68.41%) acute trauma patients were classified as White and 23,251 (31.7%) as Other than White. White patients were more likely to receive any blood products (17.8% vs. 11.9%), but, for all measures of urgency/quantity, Non‐White patients were transfused more often (respectively, first 4 h, 51.9% vs. 42.1%; ≥3u/first hour, 18.5% vs. 11.0%; ≥10u/24 h, 8.1% vs. 3.8%) (all p < .001). White patients were far more likely to have blunt injury than Non‐White patients, (77.2% vs. 42.6%), less likely to have penetrating injury (10.1% vs. 14%) and far less likely to be injured by firearms (30.6% vs. 56.9%) (all p < .001).ConclusionsAt our center, blood use in acute trauma resuscitation was associated with injury severity and mechanism, not race/ethnicity.