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Four‐dimensional echocardiography area strain combined with exercise stress echocardiography to evaluate left ventricular regional systolic function in patients with mild single vessel coronary artery stenosis
Authors: Deng Yan , Peng Long , Liu Yuan‐Yuan , Yin Li‐Xue , Li Chun‐Mei , Wang Yi , Rao Li 
Published: July 2017

BackgroundThe aim of this prospective study was to assess the diagnosis value of four‐dimensional echocardiography area strain (AS) combined with exercise stress echocardiography to evaluate left ventricular regional systolic function in patients with mild single vessel coronary artery stenosis.MethodsBased on treadmill exercise load status, two‐dimensional conventional echocardiography and four‐dimensional echocardiography area strain were performed on patients suspected coronary artery disease before coronary angiogram. Thirty patients (case group) with mild left anterior descending coronary artery stenosis (stenosis <50%) and thirty gender‐ and age‐matched patients (control group) without coronary artery stenosis according to the coronary angiogram results were prospectively enrolled.ResultsAll the patients had no left ventricular regional wall motion abnormality in two‐dimensional echocardiography at rest and exercise stress. There was no significant difference in the 16 segmental systolic peak AS at rest between two groups. After exercise stress, the peak systolic ASrest‐stress at mid anterior wall (−7.00%±10.90% vs 2.80%±23.69%) and mid anterolateral wall (−4.40%±18.81% vs 8.80%±19.16%) were decreased, while increased at basal inferolateral wall (14.00%±19.27% vs −5.60%±15.94%) in case group compared with control group (P<.05).ConclusionsIn patients with mild single vessel coronary artery stenosis, the area strain was decreased at involved segments, while compensatory increased at noninvolved segments after exercise stress. Four‐dimensional echocardiography area strain combined with exercise stress echocardiography could sensitively find left ventricular regional systolic function abnormality in patients with mild single vessel coronary artery stenosis, and locate stenosis coronary artery accordingly.
Husserl on Perception: A Nonrepresentationalism That Nearly Was
Authors: Bower Matt 
Published: July 2017

AbstractThere is a longstanding debate among Husserl scholars about whether Husserl thinks perception involves mental representation. The debate, I believe, has not been settled. I deny that the existentialist‐inspired charge of representationalism about perception in Husserl is precise enough to stick. Given a clearer understanding of just what mental representation amounts to, I contend that those who defend Husserl against the accusation of representationalism fare little better than Husserl's existentialist‐leaning critics. I argue that he is in fact a representationalist about perception insofar as it involves a noematic sense. Nevertheless, Husserl opens up the possibility for a representation‐free form of perceiving in certain later discussions of the matter in which he suggests that some perceptual states lack noematic sense. What they lack in noematic sense is compensated for by other means, namely, by two sorts of affect and their functional interrelation with abilities for bodily movement. The texts that entertain this possibility, though, severely limit the scope of its actual occurrence. Husserl never commits to a generally or substantially nonrepresentational view of perception. I attempt to sketch out, however, what this nonrepresentationalism about perception that Husserl nearly landed on might look like, rearranging various more or less familiar elements already present in his theory of perception to that end.
Recognition, ideology, and the case of “invisible suffering”
Authors: Worsdale Rosie 
Published: July 2017

AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to expose, and provide a possible solution to, an internal inconsistency in Axel Honneth's critical theory of recognition. Honneth requires a way of making his claim that misrecognition causes subjective suffering, with the potential to cognitively disclose injustice, consistent with his account of ideological recognition as a form of misrecognition that engenders compliance with an oppressive social order. Only by reconciling these claims—that is, by showing how ideological recognition can engender an acceptance of domination whilst at the same time causing subjective suffering—can Honneth's theory of recognition retain the kind of critical capacities he desires. As a means of achieving this reconciliation, I propose the notion of “invisible suffering.” In the case of ideological recognition, I suggest that the suffering caused by misrecognition has its disclosive power blocked by the faux‐affirmation that the ideology discursively accords, and this renders the experience of suffering, qua painful indicator of social injustice, invisible to the subject. Drawing on insights from medical sociology, I show how the need to supplement Honneth's theory of recognition with the idea of invisible suffering is revelatory of the kind of critical theoretical stance demanded by his ontological commitments.
Carbon input by roots into the soil: Quantification of rhizodeposition from root to ecosystem scale
Authors: Pausch Johanna , Kuzyakov Yakov 
Published: July 2017

AbstractDespite its fundamental role for carbon (C) and nutrient cycling, rhizodeposition remains ‘the hidden half of the hidden half’: it is highly dynamic and rhizodeposits are rapidly incorporated into microorganisms, soil organic matter, and decomposed to CO2. Therefore, rhizodeposition is rarely quantified and remains the most uncertain part of the soil C cycle and of C fluxes in terrestrial ecosystems. This review synthesizes and generalizes the literature on C inputs by rhizodeposition under crops and grasslands (281 data sets). The allocation dynamics of assimilated C (after 13C‐CO2 or 14C‐CO2 labeling of plants) were quantified within shoots, shoot respiration, roots, net rhizodeposition (i.e., C remaining in soil for longer periods), root‐derived CO2, and microorganisms. Partitioning of C pools and fluxes were used to extrapolate belowground C inputs via rhizodeposition to ecosystem level. Allocation from shoots to roots reaches a maximum within the first day after C assimilation. Annual crops retained more C (45% of assimilated 13C or 14C) in shoots than grasses (34%), mainly perennials, and allocated 1.5 times less C belowground. For crops, belowground C allocation was maximal during the first 1–2 months of growth and decreased very fast thereafter. For grasses, it peaked after 2–4 months and remained very high within the second year causing much longer allocation periods. Despite higher belowground C allocation by grasses (33%) than crops (21%), its distribution between various belowground pools remains very similar. Hence, the total C allocated belowground depends on the plant species, but its further fate is species independent. This review demonstrates that C partitioning can be used in various approaches, e.g., root sampling, CO2 flux measurements, to assess rhizodeposits’ pools and fluxes at pot, plot, field and ecosystem scale and so, to close the most uncertain gap of the terrestrial C cycle.
Unexpected resilience of a seagrass system exposed to global stressors
Authors: Hughes Brent B. , Lummis Sarah C. , Anderson Sean C. , Kroeker Kristy J. 
Published: July 2017

AbstractDespite a growing interest in identifying tipping points in response to environmental change, our understanding of the ecological mechanisms underlying nonlinear ecosystem dynamics is limited. Ecosystems governed by strong species interactions can provide important insight into how nonlinear relationships between organisms and their environment propagate through ecosystems, and the potential for environmentally mediated species interactions to drive or protect against sudden ecosystem shifts. Here, we experimentally determine the functional relationships (i.e., the shapes of the relationships between predictor and response variables) of a seagrass assemblage with well‐defined species interactions to ocean acidification (enrichment of CO2) in isolation and in combination with nutrient loading. We demonstrate that the effect of ocean acidification on grazer biomass (Phyllaplysia taylori and Idotea resecata) was quadratic, with the peak of grazer biomass at mid‐pH levels. Algal grazing was negatively affected by nutrients, potentially due to low grazer affinity for macroalgae (Ulva intestinalis), as recruitment of both macroalgae and diatoms were favored in elevated nutrient conditions. This led to an exponential increase in macroalgal and epiphyte biomass with ocean acidification, regardless of nutrient concentration. When left unchecked, algae can cause declines in seagrass productivity and persistence through shading and competition. Despite quadratic and exponential functional relationships to stressors that could cause a nonlinear decrease in seagrass biomass, productivity of our model seagrass—the eelgrass (Zostera marina)‐ remained highly resilient to increasing acidification. These results suggest that important species interactions governing ecosystem dynamics may shift with environmental change, and ecosystem state may be decoupled from ecological responses at lower levels of organization.
Phylogenetic patterns of rarity in a regional species pool of tropical woody plants
Authors: Loza M. Isabel , Jiménez Iván , Jørgensen Peter M. , Arellano Gabriel , Macía Manuel J. , Torrez Vania W. , Ricklefs Robert E. 
Published: July 2017

AbstractAimRarity, which is believed to influence extinction risk, can be defined in terms of local abundance, geographical range size and habitat breadth. Phylogenetic patterns in these attributes provide insight into the extent to which rarity and extinction risk are conserved during evolution and the potential for species‐level heritability. We evaluated phylogenetic signal (i.e., related species resembling each other more than species drawn at random) and evolutionary conservatism (similarity among related species exceeding that expected from a Brownian model of evolution) in three axes of rarity (local abundance, geographical range size and habitat breadth) among species in a regional pool of tropical woody plants.LocationThe Madidi region in Bolivia.Time period2001–2010.Major taxa studiedLignophyta clade.MethodsWe used a network of 48 1‐ha forest plots and 442 0.1‐ha forest plots to measure local abundance and habitat breadth of 1,700+ woody plant species (from 100+ plant families). We estimated geographical range size from occurrence records of individual species across the Neotropics. We characterized overall phylogenetic patterns of rarity using Blomberg'sKand applied variance partitioning among taxonomic levels, as well as disparity analysis, to describe patterns of trait distribution at different depths in the phylogeny.ResultsWe found phylogenetic signal, but not evolutionary conservatism, in the three axes of rarity. The variance in rarity among supra‐specific taxa, particularly families and genera, exceeded that calculated from random draws of species from the Madidi region. Phylogenetic signal, estimated by the proportion of variance among supra‐specific taxonomic levels, varied between 23 and 36% for local abundance and geographical range size, and between 9 and 10% for habitat breadth.Main conclusionsThe regional pool of woody plant species in Madidi exhibits phylogenetic signal in rarity that is consistent with biologically significant species‐level heritability.
Family relations, sense of coherence, happiness and perceived health in retired Taiwanese: Analysis of a conceptual model
Authors: Chiang Hui‐Hsun , Lee Tony Szu‐Hsien 
Published: July 2017

AbstractAimA growing awareness of the rapidly increasing aged population in the world has led to growing attention to mental health in late life. Happiness has been emphasized as an important indicator of physical health and is predicted by a sense of coherence. However, the mechanism of influence of family relations on sense of coherence, happiness and perceived health is unknown. The present study aimed to analyze a conceptual model of the relationships among family relations, sense of coherence, happiness and perceived health in retired persons.MethodsA total of 142 retired participants were recruited from social service centers in Taipei, Taiwan. A structured questionnaire measuring the relationships among family relations, sense of coherence, happiness and perceived health was filled in by each respondent. Data were analyzed using structural equation modeling.ResultsThe results showed that family relations is positively correlated with happiness, sense of coherence and perceived health. The results also showed that good family relations and a sense of coherence predict greater happiness. The results from structure equation modeling showed that the relationship between family relations and perceived health is completely mediated by happiness and a sense of coherence, but only the indirect effect of happiness is significant. The results also showed that family relations is partially mediated by the sense of coherence to happiness.ConclusionsIn caring for retired older people, medical professionals need to increase their family relations and sense of coherence simultaneously, and then promote happiness in their interventions. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2018; 18: 154–160.
Progression of hepatitis C in the haemophiliac population in Ireland, after 30 years of infection in the pre‐DAA treatment era
Authors: Murphy N. , O'Mahony B. , Flanagan P. , Noone D. , White B. , Bergin C. , Norris S. , Thornton L. ,   the National Hepatitis C Database Scientific and Technical Committee
Published: July 2017

IntroductionPrior to the introduction of viral inactivation of factor concentrates and screening of blood, 225 people with haemophilia became infected with hepatitis C (HCV) in Ireland.AimOur aim was to assess liver disease progression and mortality in this population after 30 years of infection.MethodsDemographic and clinical data were collected from medical records in five hepatology units and one infectious disease unit retrospectively in 2005, and on four subsequent occasions.ResultsThe participation rate was 73% (165/225). Eighty three percent of patients, who had been tested for RNA (n = 106/128), developed chronic HCV infection. Thirty four percent were co‐infected with HIV. All‐cause mortality, after approximately 30 years of infection with chronic HCV, was 44% in HIV positive patients and 29% in HIV negative patients. Liver‐related mortality was 12.5% and did not vary significantly by HIV status. Thirty seven percent of patients had developed advanced liver disease, including 20% with cirrhosis and 9% with hepatocellular carcinoma. In the pre‐interferon‐free direct acting antivirals era, 57% (n = 60/106) of patients were treated for HCV, 65% of whom achieved a sustained virological response. Successfully treated patients had few adverse liver outcomes.ConclusionAfter 30 years of infection, 40% of the patients who had evidence of chronic HCV had developed advanced liver disease, such as cirrhosis and HCC, or had died from liver‐related causes. This proportion is high relative to similar international cohorts despite good anti‐HCV treatment uptake and responses.
Perioperative management of haemophilia B: A critical appraisal of the evidence and current practices
Authors: Neufeld E. J. , Solimeno L. , Quon D. , Walsh C. , Seremetis S. , Cooper D. , Iyer N. N. , Hoxer C. S. , Giangrande P. 
Published: July 2017

BackgroundWhile there is substantial literature addressing the principles of general management of haemophilia, literature on perioperative management of haemostasis is scarce.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to better understand perioperative management among congenital haemophilia B patients (without inhibitors) and to gain insights into real‐world surgical practices.MethodA systematic literature review, with an emphasis on haemophilia B, was conducted using EMBASE®, Medline® and the Cochrane Library. Studies from 1974 to June 2015 were accessed, and 132 studies were eligible for the full‐study review. An international expert panel with five haematologists and one surgeon reviewed the resulting literature and provided further insights.ResultsThe literature review revealed that documented experience in the perioperative management of bleeding risk in haemophilia B patients is relatively scarce. Therefore, the review was amended to provide a comprehensive overview of the perioperative management for haemophilia A and B patients; the expert panel applied a particular focus to haemophilia B. Several gaps were identified in the literature including the lack of consensus on defining surgery in terms of bleeding risk, optimal factor levels during surgery and lack of robust evidence on surgical outcomes. The ensuing discussions with the expert panel provided validation of some of the results from the systematic literature review and proposed future directions for perioperative management. Suggestions included collaboration with haemophilia treatment centres (HTCs) to collect real‐world data on perioperative management, establishing the need for optimal factor level monitoring practice, and the appropriate adoption of extended half‐life products in clinical settings.
Pediatric Migraine Disability Assessment (PedMIDAS): Translation Into Brazilian Portuguese and Cross‐Cultural Adaptation
Authors: Sampaio Rocha‐Filho Pedro A. , Hershey Andrew D. 
Published: July 2017

ObjectiveTo translate, perform the cross‐cultural adaptation, and an initial validation of the Brazilian Portuguese version of PedMIDAS (BP‐PedMIDAS).BackgroundPediatric Migraine Disability Assessment (PedMIDAS) was developed to measure the impact of migraine among children and adolescents.MethodsPedMIDAS was subjected to translation, back‐translation, and application of the questionnaire to 40 children and adolescents with migraine for confirmation validation. Once validated, the psychometric properties were tested through administration to 100 children and adolescents with migraine.ResultsThe mean time required to complete BP‐PedMIDAS was 135 ± 51 seconds. BP‐PedMIDAS had a Cronbach's coefficient α of 0.84 and a good stability (test–retest), with a good intraobserver and interobserver agreement (Pearson's correlation > 0.80) and correlated with the frequency of the headaches. These results mirrored those seen with PedMIDAS, further validating the interchangeability of the versions.ConclusionBP‐PedMIDAS has been shown to be useful for assessing disability in children and adolescents.
Sodium content in foods: Brazilian consumers’ opinions, subjective knowledge and purchase intent
Authors: Rodrigues Jéssica F. , Pereira Rafaela C. , Silva Andressa A. , Mendes Andrey O. , Carneiro João de Deus S. 
Published: July 2017

AbstractThis study attempted to gain insights on Brazilian consumers’ subjective knowledge of sodium content in processed and homemade foods and their purchase intent for products with reduced‐sodium content. A questionnaire was distributed to 409 consumers selected by convenience quota sampling. We found that Brazilian consumers were concerned about the amount of salt (sodium chloride) in the products they consumed, regardless of educational levels, income, age, lifestyles, or health conditions. However, they still considered their consumption to be above WHO‐recommended limits and had little subjective knowledge about the term ‘sodium’. While processed products were considered the main contributors of high‐sodium intake, participants were not concerned about addition of salt at the table and salt in homemade food. The majority of respondents rarely read the sodium content on food labels; however, men and older individuals were more likely to read label information on sodium content. Products with reduced sodium were found to have market appeal, which justifies investments in research to develop these products. Therefore, in addition to the efforts to reduce sodium in the processed‐food industry, it is necessary to promote awareness about the importance of food labelling, especially sodium content, and the need to reduce salt in homemade food and additions during meals.
The quality of life of patients developed delirium after coronary artery bypass grafting is determined by cognitive function after discharge: A cross‐sectional study
Authors: Chen Yuling , Ding Shu , Tao Xiangjun , Feng Xinwei , Lu Sai , Shen Yuzhi , Wu Ying , An Xiangguang 
Published: July 2017

AbstractAimsPostoperative delirium (POD) and declined cognitive function were common in patients (especially elderly patients) who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), which may affect quality of life (QoL). The aim of this study was to determine the relationships among age, POD, declined cognitive function, and QoL in patients who underwent CABG.MethodsConsecutive patients who underwent first time elective CABG and assessed for POD using Confusion Assessment Method for intensive care unit for 5 postoperative days from November 2013 to March 2015 were recruited. A cross‐sectional study was conducted during April 2015 to assess their cognitive function and QoL, using the Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status Scale and Medical Outcomes Study 36‐Item Short Form Health Survey. The relationships among age, POD, declined cognitive function, and QoL were tested using path analysis.ResultsDeclined cognitive function was associated with poorer QoL. POD was associated with declined cognitive function but was not associated with poorer QoL. Ageing was not associated with QoL but was associated with POD and declined cognitive function.ConclusionThe QoL of patients developed delirium after CABG is determined by cognitive function after discharge. Necessary strategies should be implemented to prevent POD and declined cognitive function, especially in elderly patients.
Maternal executive function, infant feeding responsiveness and infant growth during the first 3 months
Authors: Fuglestad A. J. , Demerath E. W. , Finsaas M. C. , Moore C. J. , Georgieff M. K. , Carlson S. M. 
Published: July 2017

SummaryBackgroundThere is limited research in young infants, particularly <3 months of age, on maternal feeding practices in spite of increasing evidence that early weight gain velocity is a determinant of later obesity risk.ObjectiveTo examine associations between maternal executive function (cognitive control over one's own behaviour), maternal feeding decisions and infant weight and adiposity gains.MethodsWe used a checklist to assess cues mothers use to decide when to initiate and terminate infant feedings at 2 weeks and 3 months of age (N = 69). Maternal executive function was assessed using the NIH Toolbox Cognition Battery subtests for executive function and infant body composition using air displacement plethysmography.ResultsMothers with higher executive function reported relying on fewer non‐satiety cues at 2 weeks of age (β = −0.29, p = 0.037) and on more infant hunger cues at 3 months of age (β = 0.31, p = 0.018) in their decisions on initiating and terminating feedings. Responsive feeding decisions, specifically the use of infant‐based hunger cues at 3 months, in turn were associated with lower gains in weight‐for‐length (β = −0.30, p = 0.028) and percent body fat (β = −0.2, p = 0.091; non‐covariate adjusted β = −0.27, p = 0.029).ConclusionsThese findings show both an association between maternal executive function and responsive feeding decisions and an association between responsive feeding decisions and infant weight and adiposity gains. The causal nature and direction of these associations require further investigation.