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Changes in Streambed Composition in Salmonid Spawning Habitat of the Elwha River during Dam Removal
Authors: Peters Roger J. , Liermann Martin , McHenry Michael L. , Bakke Paul , Pess George R. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractOne uncertainty associated with large dam removal is the level of downstream sediment deposition and associated short‐term biological effects, particularly on salmonid spawning habitat. Recent studies report downstream sediment deposition following dam removal is influenced by proximity to the source and river transport capacity. The impacts of dam removal sediment releases are difficult to generalize due to the relatively small number of dam removals completed, the variation in release strategies, and the physical nature of systems. Changes to sediment deposition and associated streambed composition in the Elwha River, Washington State, were monitored prior to (2010‐2011) and during (2012‐2014) the simultaneous removal of two large dams (32 and 64 m). Changes in the surface layer substrate composition during dam removal varied by year and channel type. Riffles in floodplain channels downstream of the dams fined and remained sand dominated throughout the study period, and exceeded levels known to be detrimental to incubating salmonids. Mainstem riffles tended to fine to gravel, but appear to be trending toward cobble after the majority of the sediment was released and transported through system. Thus, salmonid spawning habitats in the mainstem appear to have been minimally impacted while those in floodplain channels appear to have been severely impacted during dam removal.
Perioperative COX‐2 inhibitors may increase the risk of post‐operative acute kidney injury
Authors: Abrahamsson A. , Oras J. , Snygg J. , Block L. 
Published: June 2017

BackgroundIn enhanced recovery protocols (ERP), a restrictive fluid regimen is proposed. Patients who undergo major surgery have an increased risk of post‐operative acute kidney injury (AKI). This combination may pose difficulties when ERP is used for patients undergoing major surgery. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether patients undergoing pancreatic surgery and treated with a restrictive fluid regimen are at greater risk of post‐operative AKI. Furthermore, if there was an increased risk of AKI, we aimed to identify its cause.MethodsWe reviewed the medical records of patients who underwent pancreatic surgery during 2014 (preERP, n = 58) and 2015 (ERP, n = 65). Fluid balance, the administration of cyclooxygenase‐2 inhibitors, creatinine levels and mean arterial pressure were recorded. The Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes criteria were used to define AKI.ResultsThe incidence of AKI was higher in the ERP group than in the PreERP group (12.5% vs. 1.8%, respectively, P = 0.035). The increased incidence of AKI could not be explained by differences in comorbidities, age, pre‐operative creatinine or perioperative hypotension. Administration of coxibs was higher in the ERP group and was associated with increased incidence of post‐operative AKI (P = 0.018). The combination of coxibs and restrictive fluid regimen seems particularly harmful.ConclusionPancreatic surgery with a restrictive fluid regimen carries an increased risk of post‐operative AKI if patients are also treated with cyclooxygenase‐2 inhibitors. It is therefore suggested that in protocols including a restrictive fluid regimen for open pancreatic surgery, the use of cyclooxygenase‐2 inhibitors should be avoided.
Clinical guideline for the management of odontogenic infections in the tertiary setting
Authors: Vytla S , Gebauer D 
Published: June 2017

AbstractBackgroundOdontogenic infections are a common presentation to emergency departments of Australian hospitals. Due to the limited training in diagnosis and treatment of dental conditions, these patients can present a challenge for the medical practitioner. The objective of this study was to provide an evidence‐based approach to the management of odontogenic infections in adults presenting to Royal Perth Hospital.MethodsA literature search was conducted to identify evidence‐based guidelines for the management of odontogenic infections in the tertiary hospital setting. Keywords ‘dental’, ‘infections’ and ‘management’ were used to search PubMed, DynaMed and Embase databases.ResultsRecommendations were drawn from existing literature including coroner reports with respect to clinical assessment, investigations, medical and surgical management, and postoperative care. A flow chart, incorporating these recommendations, was created to allow for appropriate disposition of patients presenting with odontogenic infections to Royal Perth Hospital.ConclusionsA clinical guideline is needed to appropriately manage patients presenting with odontogenic infections. We recommend the guideline be submitted to intradepartmental committees for assessment.
Use of Estradiol Promotes Graft‐Bone Healing in Rabbit Model of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction With a Polyethylene Terephthalate Ligament
Authors: Chai Fang , Wan Fang , Jiang Jia , Wang Siheng , Chen Shiyi 
Published: June 2017

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to investigate whether the local use of estradiol after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) artificial ligament graft could promote graft‐bone healing. A total of 45 New Zealand white rabbits underwent ACL reconstruction with a PET ligament graft. The experimental groups were administered a local estradiol injection at either a low dose after surgery or a high dose after surgery, and the control group did not receive an injection. Computed tomography (CT) scans and blood sample collection were routinely performed in all three groups. Over time, the serum estradiol levels increased in both experimental groups, and the CT images revealed a trend of a shrinking bone tunnel area in all three groups. The rabbits were randomly sacrificed at 2, 4, and 8 weeks after surgery. The load to failure and stiffness of the experimental groups were significantly higher than those of the control group at 4 and 8 weeks. The histological study identified more bone mineralization in the experimental groups at 4 weeks after surgery compared to the control group. This study showed that the use of estradiol is a promising approach in promoting graft‐bone healing in rabbits undergoing ACL reconstruction with a PET ligament graft.
Letter: the efficacy of oltipraz in patients with non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease has not been confirmed
Authors: Wang S. Y. , Lin J. 
Published: June 2017

Linked ContentThis article is linked to Kim and Kim, and Kim et al papers. To view these articles visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.14146 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.13981.
Letter: anti‐TNF dose de‐escalation in Crohn's disease—a case‐by‐case decision
Authors: Imperatore N. , Testa A. , Caporaso N. , Rispo A. 
Published: June 2017

Linked ContentThis article is linked to Steenbergen et al paper. To view this article visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.13964.
Letter: the efficacy of oltipraz in patients with non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease has not been confirmed—authors’ reply
Authors: Kim W. , Kim Y. J. 
Published: June 2017

Linked ContentThis article is linked to Wang and Lin, and Kim et al papers. To view these articles visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.14122 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.13981.
Incidental detection of asymptomatic migration of Hem‐o‐lok clip into the bladder after laparoscopic radical prostatectomy
Authors: Iizuka Junpei , Hashimoto Yasunobu , Kondo Tsunenori , Takagi Toshio , Hata Keisuke , Kanzawa Taichi , Tachibana Hidekazu , Yoshida Kazuhiko , Tanabe Kazunari 
Published: June 2017

AbstractHem‐o‐lok clips have been widely used in laparoscopic or robot‐assisted surgery. We report a case of an incidentally discovered Hem‐o‐lok migration into the bladder after laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. The patient was a 75‐year‐old man with localized prostate cancer who underwent laparoscopic radical prostatectomy in July 2009. At 3 postoperative years, follow‐up ultrasonography revealed a small round mass in the bladder. No lower urinary tract symptoms were reported, and urinalysis results had never indicated hematuria or pyuria. Cystoscopy revealed a Hem‐o‐lok clip in the bladder, near the vesicourethral anastomotic site. We could not remove it with forceps in the outpatient clinic, so we performed the procedure again under general anesthesia and successfully removed the Hem‐o‐lok clip. To our knowledge, this is the first report of an asymptomatic Hem‐o‐lok migration into the bladder.
Safety and effectiveness of collagenase clostridium histolyticum in the treatment of Peyronie's disease using a new modified shortened protocol
Authors: Abdel Raheem Amr , Capece Marco , Kalejaiye Odunayo , Abdel‐Raheem Tarek , Falcone Marco , Johnson Mark , Ralph Oliver G. , Garaffa Giulio , Christopher Andrew N. , Ralph David J. 
Published: June 2017

ObjectivesTo evaluate the efficacy and safety of collagenase clostridium histolyticum (CCH; Xiapex®, Xiaflex®) in the treatment of Peyronie's disease (PD) using a new modified treatment protocol that aims at reducing the number of injections needed and reducing patient visits, thus reducing the duration and cost of treatment.Patients and MethodsA prospective study of 53 patients with PD who had treatment with CCH at a single centre using a new modified protocol. The angle of curvature assessment after an intracavernosal injection of prostaglandin E1, the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) and Peyronie's Disease Questionnaire (PDQ) were completed at baseline and at week 12 (4 weeks after the last injection). The Global Assessment of Peyronie's disease (GAPD) questionnaire was completed at week 12. Under a penile block of 10 mL plain lignocaine 1%, a total of three intralesional injections of CCH (0.9 mg) were given at 4‐weekly intervals using a new modified injection technique. In between injections patients used a combination of home modelling, stretching and a vacuum device on a daily basis to mechanically stretch the plaque. Investigator modelling was not performed.ResultsThe mean (range) penile curvature at baseline was 54 (30–90)°. Of the 53 patients in the study, 51 patients (96.2%) had an improvement in the angel of curvature by a mean (range) of 17.36 (0–40)° or 31.4 (0–57)% from baseline after three CCH injections. The final mean (range) curvature was 36.9 (12–75)° (P < 0.001). There was an improvement in each of the IIEF questionnaire domains, all three PDQ domains and the GAPD. CCH was well tolerated by all patients with only mild and transient local adverse events.ConclusionThe new shortened protocol using CCH treatment is safe, effective, and cost efficient. The results of using only three CCH injections according to this modified protocol are comparable to those of the clinical trials that used eight CCH injections.
Innovation diffusion and networking: Canada's evolving approach to lobbying regulation
Authors: Pross A. Paul , Shepherd Robert P. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractLobby legislation and regulation in Canada are relatively new. The federal government was the first to enact lobby legislation in 1989, requiring only the most basic information. Eight provinces have since proclaimed lobby legislation and another has legislation pending. This article explores whether there was a common trajectory for lobby regulations and identifies the factors fostering similarity and differentiation. Using diffusion theory and the theory of institutional development, we attempt to explain the variation between jurisdictions in adopting particular democratic and ethical tools and approaches. We conclude that a particular and unique Canadian approach to lobby legislation benefitted from the creation of a network of federal and provincial officials across the country.
Using soundscapes to detect variable degrees of human influence on tropical forests in Papua New Guinea
Authors: Burivalova Zuzana , Towsey Michael , Boucher Tim , Truskinger Anthony , Apelis Cosmas , Roe Paul , Game Edward T. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractThere is global concern about tropical forest degradation, in part, because of the associated loss of biodiversity. Communities and indigenous people play a fundamental role in tropical forest management and are often efficient at preventing forest degradation. However, monitoring changes in biodiversity due to degradation, especially at a scale appropriate to local tropical forest management, is plagued by difficulties, including the need for expert training, inconsistencies across observers, and lack of baseline or reference data. We used a new biodiversity remote‐sensing technology, the recording of soundscapes, to test whether the acoustic saturation of a tropical forest in Papua New Guinea decreases as land‐use intensity by the communities that manage the forest increases. We sampled soundscapes continuously for 24 hours at 34 sites in different land‐use zones of 3 communities. Land‐use zones where forest cover was fully retained had significantly higher soundscape saturation during peak acoustic activity times (i.e., dawn and dusk chorus) compared with land‐use types with fragmented forest cover. We conclude that, in Papua New Guinea, the relatively simple measure of soundscape saturation may provide a cheap, objective, reproducible, and effective tool for monitoring tropical forest deviation from an intact state, particularly if it is used to detect the presence of intact dawn and dusk choruses.
A modified sentinel lymph node technique combined with endoluminal loco‐regional resection for the treatment of rectal tumours: a 14‐year experience
Authors: Quaresima S. , Paganini A. M. , D'Ambrosio G. , Ursi P. , Balla A. , Lezoche E. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractAimAfter endoluminal loco‐regional resection (ELRR) by transanal endoscopic microsurgey (TEM) the N parameter may remain undefined. Nucleotide‐guided mesorectal excision (NGME) improves the lymph node harvest. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the long‐term oncological results after ELRR with NGME.MethodA total of 57 patients were enrolled over the period January 2001 to June 2015. All patients underwent ELRR by TEM. Prior to surgery, 99 m‐technetium‐marked nanocolloid was injected into the peritumoural submucosa. After removal of the specimen, the residual defect was probed to detect any residual radioactivity and ‘hot’ mesorectal fat was excised. All patients were included in a 5‐year follow‐up programme.ResultsSignificant radioactivity in the residual cavity was found in 28 out of 57 patients (49%). The mean number of lymph nodes harvest in irradiated and nonirradiated patients was 1.66 and 2.76, respectively. After 68.2 months’ follow‐up overall survival was 91.2%, disease‐related mortality 3.5% and disease‐free survival 89.5%. Two patients developed pulmonary metastases: one ypT3N0 patient underwent lung lobectomy after chemotherapy and one pT2N0 patient was managed with lung radiotherapy. Both patients are currently alive and disease‐free at 48 months’ follow‐up. Two patients developed local recurrence 1 year after ELRR, both treated with neoadjuvant chemo‐radiotherapy and total mesorectal excision. Comparing the present series with previous patients who did not undergo NGME, an increased number of harvested lymph nodes were observed, with a statistically significant difference (P = 0.0085).ConclusionNGME during ELRR improves the lymph node harvest and staging accuracy. The long‐term results showed satisfactory local (3.5%) and distant (7%) recurrence rates.
Analysis of local versus imported expanded criteria donor kidneys: A single‐center experience with 497 ECD kidney transplants
Authors: Khan Muhammad A. , El‐Hennawy Hany , Farney Alan C. , Rogers Jeffrey , Orlando Giuseppe , Reeves‐Daniel Amber , Palanisamy Amudha , Gautreaux Michael , Iskandar Samy , Doares William , Kaczmorski Scott , Stratta Robert J. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractBackgroundThe value of importing expanded criteria donor (ECD) kidneys is uncertain.MethodsWe retrospectively reviewed our single‐center experience with ECD kidney transplants (KT).ResultsOver 12.8 years, we performed 497 ECD KTs including 247 local and 250 imported from other donor service areas. The import ECD group had more donors (16% vs 9%) ≥ age 70, more zero human leukocyte antigen mismatches (14% vs 2%), more KTs with a cold ischemia time >30 hours (46% vs 19%), and fewer kidneys managed with pump preservation (78% vs 92%, all P≤.05) compared to the local ECD group. Mean Kidney Donor Profile Index were 80% import vs 84% local. With a mean follow‐up of 55 months, actual patient and graft survival rates were 71% and 58% in import vs 76% and 58% in local ECD KTs, respectively. Death‐censored graft survival rates were 70% in import vs 69% in local ECD KTs. Delayed graft function occurred in 28% import vs 23% local ECD KTs (P=NS) whereas the incidence of primary nonfunction was slightly higher with import ECD kidneys (4.8% vs 2.4%, P=.23).ConclusionsMidterm outcomes are remarkably similar for import vs local ECD KTs, suggesting that broader sharing of ECD kidneys may improve utilization without compromising outcomes.
Lost in translation: The World Bank and the Paris Declaration
Authors: McCourt Willy 
Published: June 2017

AbstractThe Paris Declaration embodies the consensus that country ownership of donor programmes is vital, and above all the principle that donors should base their programmes on developing country priorities. The Organisation for Economic Co‐operation and Development (OECD) has assessed the World Bank as performing relatively well against the Paris targets, though not moving towards full compliance. In Sri Lanka and Côte d'Ivoire, however, the Bank pays only lip service to the governments’ priorities. The Paris commitment is swamped by the influence of the Bank's governing Board and its US‐nominated President, its lending imperative and the professional preoccupations of its staff.Real implementation of the Bank's Paris commitment would entail, ideally, a reform of Bank governance and a contractual mechanism for developing countries to hold the Bank (and other donors) to their Paris promises. Less ambitiously, the Bank and other donors may still take limited but precise action to ensure that country priorities are respected and ownership becomes a reality. In the Bank, it might be enough for the Bank's President to make true adherence to the Paris Declaration a personal priority, and to nominate one of his senior managers to follow up.
Key Authors in Business and Management Education Research: Productivity, Topics, and Future Directions
Authors: Arbaugh J. B. , Asarta Carlos J. , Hwang Alvin , Fornaciari Charles J. , Bento Regina F. , Dean Kathy Lund 
Published: June 2017

ABSTRACTPrevious studies of author productivity in business and management education (BME) research have focused on single disciplinary areas, and even single journals. This study is the first to examine the productivity of BME scholars across multiple disciplinary areas (i.e., accounting, economics, finance, information systems, management, marketing, and operations/supply chain management). We analyzed a pool of 17 BME journals with the highest hg‐index, by including the top three journals in the accounting and information systems areas, the top two journals in each of the other disciplinary areas, and an interdisciplinary BME journal. This examination covered a 10‐year period (2005‐2014), 4,464 articles and 9,617 article co‐authors. We identified 7,209 unique authors in this pool and ranked their productivity to create a “Key Authors” list. Each of the top 99 authors had five or more articles in our database. Our findings indicate the potential for cross‐disciplinary dissemination of research ideas and opportunities for scholars to enhance their research profile, because even a small increase in productivity can lead to substantial movement in the BME rankings of authors.
Understanding the relationship between duration of untreated psychosis and outcomes: A statistical perspective
Authors: Hannigan Ailish , Bargary Norma , Kinsella Anthony , Clarke Mary 
Published: June 2017

AimAlthough the relationships between duration of untreated psychosis (DUP) and outcomes are often assumed to be linear, few studies have explored the functional form of these relationships. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the potential of recent advances in curve fitting approaches (splines) to explore the form of the relationship between DUP and global assessment of functioning (GAF).MethodsCurve fitting approaches were used in models to predict change in GAF at long‐term follow‐up using DUP for a sample of 83 individuals with schizophrenia.ResultsThe form of the relationship between DUP and GAF was non‐linear. Accounting for non‐linearity increased the percentage of variance in GAF explained by the model, resulting in better prediction and understanding of the relationship.ConclusionThe relationship between DUP and outcomes may be complex and model fit may be improved by accounting for the form of the relationship. This should be routinely assessed and new statistical approaches for non‐linear relationships exploited, if appropriate.
CRF1 and CRF2 receptors in the bed nucleus of stria terminalis differently modulate the baroreflex function in unanesthetized rats
Authors: Oliveira Leandro A. , Almeida Jeferson , Gomes‐de‐Souza Lucas , Benini Ricardo , Crestani Carlos C. 
Published: June 2017

AbstractThe baroreflex is an important blood pressure regulating mechanism. The bed nucleus of stria terminalis (BNST) modulates the baroreflex function. However, the local BNST neurochemical mechanisms involved in control of baroreflex responses are not completely understood. Therefore, in this study, we investigated the involvement of corticotropin‐releasing factor (CRF) receptors within the BNST in baroreflex control of heart rate in unanesthetized rats. For this, we evaluated effects of bilateral microinjection into the BNST of either the selective CRF1 receptor antagonist CP376395 (5 nmol/100 nL) or the selective CRF2 receptor antagonist antisauvagine‐30 (5 nmol/100 nL) in bradycardiac response evoked by blood pressure increases caused by intravenous infusion of phenylephrine as well as tachycardiac response to blood pressure decrease caused by intravenous infusion of sodium nitroprusside. Bilateral microinjection of CP376395 into the BNST decreased the baroreflex bradycardiac response without affecting the reflex tachycardia. Conversely, BNST treatment with antisauvagine‐30 decreased heart rate response during blood pressure drop without affecting the reflex bradycardia. Overall, these findings provide evidence of an involvement of CRF neurotransmission within the BNST in baroreflex activity. Nevertheless, data indicate that local CRF1 and CRF2 receptors differently modulate the baroreflex control of heart rate.