bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Beyond Business Ethics: An Agenda for the Trustworthy Teachers and Practitioners of Business
Authors: Congleton Ann 
Published: January 2013

AbstractSocieties need markets, so just as trustworthy professionals are needed in fields such as healthcare, law and education, modern societies need trustworthy market managers, including corporate officers and directors. But in its screening of candidates, U.S. corporate business has lagged behind fields such as medicine and law, which in the nineteenth century addressed their need for screening by upgrading professional education and establishing licensing of individual practitioners. Corporate business, by contrast, has been too tolerant of problematic executives, particularly executives of a type shown by recent research in psychology to exhibit a set of personality traits including below average concern about bad effects of their actions on other people. Over-representation of this problematic type has cost corporate business the trust and respect it could earn by resting fully on a time-honored alternative foundation already espoused by many trustworthy teachers and practitioners of business. Society needs these trustworthy people of business to work together to establish screening of candidates for high level corporate positions by upgrading MBA education and establishing licensing for these positions. For reasons again based on current findings in psychology, screening candidates for the MBA could be significantly strengthened by requiring historical studies, particularly history of the corporate legal structure in the U.S. and history of the MBA itself. Upgrading the MBA and establishing correlated licensing could open the way toward corrections in the legal form of the corporation to bring it into line with hospitals, law courts and universities as places where responsible professionals pursue their callings on behalf of society.
Provision of Genetics Services on Guam
Authors: McWalter Kirsty , Hasegawa Lianne , Au Sylvia Mann 
Published: January 2013

AbstractGuam's geographic isolation and lack of community resources have resulted in unique healthcare needs. In 2006, the Western States Genetic Services Collaborative (WSGSC) conducted a genetics needs assessment and found that professional development is limited, families lack access to genetic services, and improved coverage of genetic testing is needed. With funding from the WSGSC, a Guam genetics outreach clinic was established and staffed by genetic counselors and a medical geneticist from Hawaii. Four clinics have been held to date. Although several challenges have been encountered, including minimal coverage of genetic testing by Guam insurance companies, limited referrals for families with private insurance, and inappropriate referral indications, the outreach clinic has been successful at increasing access to genetic services and improving professional development. With more collaborative work by staff from Guam, Hawaii, and the WSGSC, provision and reimbursement of genetic services and testing will continue to improve.
A Mid-Term Analysis Suggests Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Arthroplasty is Durable with Minimal Wear and Low Risk of Squeak
Authors: Molloy Dennis , Jack Chris , Esposito Christina , Walter William L. 
Published: January 2013

Background The incidence of hip replacements in the younger patient is ever increasing. With this in mind, improving the longevity of hip arthroplasties is paramount. Alumina ceramic is a promising bearing surface due to its low wear rate and biological inertness. Purpose This study aims to review our experience with ceramic-on-ceramic total hip arthroplasty, reporting on the need for revision as well as the cause of failure. Our secondary purpose is to review our experience with the phenomenon of squeaking analysing and its effect on clinical outcome with specific emphasis on component positioning. Also reported are the results of our retrieval analysis of explanted components documenting the wear rate and our analysis of strip wear. Methods A consecutive series of 301 primary cementless alumina-on-alumina total hip arthroplasties at a minimum of 10 years follow-up was reviewed. These arthroplasties all had third-generation ceramic-on-ceramic bearings performed through a posterior approach with repair of capsule and external rotators to bone. We analysed hips both clinically and radiographically. Analysis of wear in 62 ceramic bearings was performed using a Roundtest RA300 machine (Mitutoyo; Andover, UK), which has an accuracy of 0.01 μm. Results Overall, the survival rate of the implants was 98% at 10 years. No ceramic fractures were encountered in this study. Seventy-four patients reported squeaking hips, and two cases were revised due to squeaking (0.6%). No failures were related to bearing wear. Conclusions We believe that ceramic-on-ceramic is a safe bearing coupling with excellent survivorship at 10 years.
Labral Resection or Preservation during FAI Treatment? A Systematic Review
Authors: Tibor Lisa M. , Leunig Michael 
Published: January 2013

Background Open and arthroscopic treatment of femoroacetabular impingement and resultant labral pathology has increased significantly over the past decade. Although the functional importance of the labrum and the labral seal has been established in biomechanical studies, good clinical results have been reported for both labral debridement and labral refixation. Questions/Purposes The purpose of this paper is to summarize existing literature on the surgical treatment of labral pathology to provide treatment recommendations and direct future research. A systematic review was performed with the following research question in mind: Does preservation of the hip labrum improve outcomes as compared to labral debridement for the treatment of labral pathology? Methods The MEDLINE database was searched for level I, II, or III articles in English or German comparing labral debridement to labral refixation. Five studies were included in the analysis. Results Good short-term results were reported for both groups. Three out of five papers report improved outcomes after labral refixation as compared to labral debridement. Conclusions In short-term follow-up, labral refixation appears to have slightly better outcomes than labral debridement. Studies with prospectively defined cohorts and longer follow-up are, however, necessary to provide definitive recommendations for labral treatment.
Is it Time for Cementless Hip Resurfacing?
Authors: Girard Julien 
Published: January 2013

Background Metal-on-metal bearing with cemented femoral component and cementless acetabular fixation is the current standard in surface replacement arthroplasty (RSA) of the hip. Because of concerns about the long-term survivorship of cemented stems in conventional hip arthroplasty, it seems logical to achieve cementless fixation on the femoral side with RSA. Questions/Purposes The goals of this review were to evaluate clinical and radiological data reported from previously published cementless RSA series. In addition, we intend to review author's preliminary experience with Conserve Plus cementless devices specifically assessing the clinical outcomes, the complications rate, the survivorship, and the metallic ions levels measured in follow-up. Methods A references search was done with PubMed using the key words “cementless hip resurfacing”, “cementless hip resurfacing prosthesis”, and “femoral cementless hip resurfacing”. Additionally, the clinical outcomes, the complications rate, the survivorship, and the metallic ions levels were measured in 94 cementless Conserve Plus© devices in 90 patients (68 males and 22 females) with a mean age of 41.1 years (18-59). Mean follow-up was 13.1 months (8-16). Results No revision was performed during the observed follow-up. Neither radiological signs of loosening nor neck narrowing >10% were evident. Chromium and cobalt levels in whole blood samples rose respectively from 0.53 μg/l (0.1-1.7) to 1.7 μg/l (0.6-2.9) and from 0.54 μg/l (0.1-1.4) to 1.98 μg/l (0.1-2.8). Conclusions Cementless “fit and fill” femoral-side fixation, which seems to be potentially evolved and design-related, should be considered for future hip-resurfacing device generations.
Predictors of Success of Corticosteroid Injection for the Management of Rotator Cuff Disease
Authors: Contreras Fernando , Brown Haydée C. , Marx Robert G. 
Published: January 2013

Background The use of subacromial corticosteroid injection (CSI) to treat rotator cuff tendinopathy is controversial. We hypothesized that characteristics such as activity level, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, duration of symptoms, and status of the rotator cuff may be prognostic factors for resolution of symptoms postinjection. Methods During a 12-month period, consecutive patients with rotator cuff disease were analyzed. Patients received subacromial CSI, oral NSAIDs, and physical therapy. Baseline ASES score, simple shoulder test, an activity scale, and demographic data were recorded. Patients who remained symptomatic and were indicated for surgery were considered failures. Patients that did not undergo surgery were reassessed after a minimum of 1 year. Results Forty-nine patients met our criteria. Follow-up was obtained for 81.6%. Sixteen cases (40%) failed conservative treatment at final follow-up (22.4 ± 11 months). CSI were successful in 76.2% of males and 45% of females ( p = 0.04). Full-thickness tears were present in 8% of the patients with symptom resolution and 25% of those that failed conservative treatment ( p = 0.29). No significant difference was found in age, hand dominance, duration of symptoms, or any of the scoring systems. Conclusion It is difficult to predict outcomes after CSI. Our treatment strategy showed a 40% failure rate.
A Cohort Study Predicts Better Functional Outcomes and Equivalent Patient Satisfaction following UKR Compared with TKR
Authors: Matthews Douglas J. , Hossain Fahad Siddique , Patel Shelain , Haddad Fahad S. 
Published: January 2013

Background Total knee replacement (TKR) is considered the gold standard treatment for advanced osteoarthritis of the knee (Choong and Dowsey, Int J Rheum Dis 14:167–74, 2011 ; Satku, Singapore Med J 44:554–556, 2003 ). Unicompartmental disease can be treated with unicompartmental knee replacement (UKR) or TKR. Some surgeons prefer the proven track record of TKR, while others prefer the more normal joint kinematics, enhanced proprioception and range of movement achieved with UKR (Hopper and Leach, Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 16:973–9, 2008 ; Satku, Singapore Med J 44:554–556, 2003 ). However, there is reported low satisfaction amongst younger patients undergoing UKR (Robertson et al., Acta Orthop Scand 71:262–7, 2000 ). Questions/Purposes The purpose of this study is to compare patient-reported outcomes, satisfaction and perception of knee normality in age-matched groups of postoperative TKR and UKR patients aiming to answer the following question: Does UKR have lower patient satisfaction than TKR in younger patients? Methods Sixty-eight patients were recruited from the care of a single surgeon. Patients with isolated medial compartment osteoarthritis, stable ACL and less than grade 3 lateral patellar disease underwent UKR. All other patients underwent TKR. Patients were assessed with validated knee scores. Satisfaction was assessed with a visual analogue scale. Results There was no statistical difference in patient satisfaction or perception of knee normality scores between the two groups, despite better functional scores including WOMAC, SF-36 and Oxford knee in the UKR group. Conclusion Patient satisfaction is similar amongst TKR and UKR patients despite better functional outcome in terms of recreation and sport with UKR. This may reflect higher preoperative expectations in patients undergoing UKR. Further work is needed to assess this.
Retracted: Synthesis and Inhibitory Activity of Schiff Base Surfactants Derived from Tannic Acid and Their Cobalt (II), Manganese (II) and Iron (III) Complexes Against Bacteria and Fungi
Authors: Negm Nabel A. , El Farargy Ahmed F. , Mohammad Islam A. , Zaki Mohamad F. , Khowdiary Manal M. 
Published: January 2013

AbstractA series of tannic acid Schiff base surfactants and their iron, cobalt and manganese metal complexes were synthesized and their structures were elucidated by microelemental analysis, FTIR and 1H‐NMR data. The surface activities of the surfactants were increased by increasing the number of substituents, as represented from the surface tension measurements. The metal complexes showed higher critical micelle concentrations and surface tension reduction at critical micelle concentration. The antimicrobial activity in terms of inhibition zone diameter and minimum inhibitory concentrations showed increasing activity of the metal complexes over their parent compounds against Gram‐positive, Gram‐negative bacteria and fungi.
Outcomes of fertility‐sparing surgery for women of reproductive age with FIGO stage IC epithelial ovarian cancer
Authors: Kashima Katsunori , Yahata Tetsuro , Fujita Kazuyuki , Tanaka Kenichi 
Published: January 2013

AbstractObjectiveTo report the clinical outcomes of patients with FIGO stage IC epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) treated by fertility‐sparing surgery (FSS).MethodsA retrospective review was conducted of 18 women who underwent FSS at Niigata University Hospital, Japan, between December 15, 1986, and December 31, 2010.ResultsTumors were mucinous (n = 9), clear cell (n = 4), endometrioid (n = 3), and serous (n = 2). Median follow‐up was 78.0 months (range, 9.3–181.3 months). Five patients (27.8%) developed tumor recurrence at 7.4–19.2 months after initial surgery. The sites of recurrence were peritoneal lymph nodes (n = 2), contralateral ovary (n = 1), contralateral ovary and peritoneal cavity (n = 1), and brain (n = 1). In all, 7 full‐term singleton pregnancies were recorded among 5 of the 10 women who attempted to conceive after FSS.ConclusionFavorable reproductive outcomes were observed following FSS, suggesting that this procedure may be a valid treatment option for women with FIGO stage IC EOC who wish to conceive.
Breakfast and exercise contingently affect postprandial metabolism and energy balance in physically active males
Authors: Gonzalez Javier T. , Veasey Rachel C. , Rumbold Penny L. S. , Stevenson Emma J. 
Published: January 2013

The present study examined the impact of breakfast and exercise on postprandial metabolism, appetite and macronutrient balance. A sample of twelve (blood variables n 11) physically active males completed four trials in a randomised, crossover design comprising a continued overnight fast followed by: (1) rest without breakfast (FR); (2) exercise without breakfast (FE); (3) breakfast consumption (1859 kJ) followed by rest (BR); (4) breakfast consumption followed by exercise (BE). Exercise was continuous, moderate-intensity running (expending approximately 2·9 MJ of energy). The equivalent time was spent sitting during resting trials. A test drink (1500 kJ) was ingested on all trials followed 90 min later by an ad libitum lunch. The difference between the BR and FR trials in blood glucose time-averaged AUC following test drink consumption approached significance (BR: 4·33 (sem 0·14) v. FR: 4·75 (sem 0·16) mmol/l; P= 0·08); but it was not different between FR and FE (FE: 4·77 (sem 0·14) mmol/l; P= 0·65); and was greater in BE (BE: 4·97 (sem 0·13) mmol/l) v. BR (P= 0·012). Appetite following the test drink was reduced in BR v. FR (P= 0·006) and in BE v. FE (P= 0·029). Following lunch, the most positive energy balance was observed in BR and least positive in FE. Regardless of breakfast, acute exercise produced a less positive energy balance following ad libitum lunch consumption. Energy and fat balance is further reduced with breakfast omission. Breakfast improved the overall appetite responses to foods consumed later in the day, but abrogated the appetite-suppressive effect of exercise.
Polydextrose results in a dose-dependent reduction inad libitumenergy intake at a subsequent test meal
Authors: Astbury Nerys M. , Taylor Moira A. , Macdonald Ian A. 
Published: January 2013

Previous studies have reported that polydextrose can reduce food intake; however, the optimal dose required to achieve this effect is currently unknown. The present study investigated the effects of consuming a range of doses of polydextrose on appetite and energy intake (EI) using a randomised within-subject, cross-over design. For this purpose, twenty-one participants (n12 men,n9 women) consumed an 837 kJ liquid preload containing 0 g (control), 6·3, 12·5 or 25 g polydextrose. Subjective appetite ratings were collected using visual analogue scales and anad libitumtest meal was served 90 min later. Participants recorded EI for the remainder of the day in a food diary. Test meal EI following the control preload (5756 (sem423) kJ) was significantly higher than following the 6·3 g (5048 (sem384) kJ), 12·5 g (4722 (sem384) kJ) and 25 g (4362 (sem316) kJ) preloads (P< 0·05), and EI following the 6·3 g preload was significantly higher than following the 25 g preload (P< 0·01). There were no differences in self-reported EI during the remainder of the day between the preloads containing the varying doses of polydextrose. Total EI (breakfast+preload+ad libitumtest meal+remainder of the day) was significantly higher when the control preload was consumed (12 051 (sem805) kJ) compared with either the 12·5 g (10 854 (sem589) kJ) or 25 g (10 658 (sem506) kJ) preload (P< 0·05). These differences in EI were not accompanied by corresponding differences in subjective appetite ratings. In summary, polydextrose effectively reduces subsequent EI in a dose-dependent manner.
Nonmonetary Benefits, Quality of Life, and Executive Compensation
Authors: Deng Xin , Gao Huasheng 
Published: January 2013

AbstractWe examine the effects of nonmonetary benefits on overall executive compensation from the perspective of the living environment at the firm headquarters. Companies in polluted, high crime rate, or otherwise unpleasant locations pay higher compensation to their chief executive officers (CEOs) than companies located in more livable locations. This premium in pay for quality of life is stronger when firms face tougher competition in the managerial labor market, when the CEO is hired from outside, and when the CEO has short-term career concerns. Overall, the geographic desirability of the corporate headquarters is an effective substitute for CEO monetary pay.
Diffuse lipomatosis of the thyroid with amyloid deposition
Authors: Jacques T A , Stearns M P 
Published: January 2013

AbstractBackground:The authors present a case of diffuse fatty infiltration of the thyroid gland with coexistent deposition of amyloid protein.Method:A case history and brief literature review concerning amyloid goitre and fatty infiltration of the thyroid are presented, and the relationship between these two phenomena is discussed.Results:A patient with AA amyloidosis presented with a slowly enlarging goitre, which on histological examination was extensively infiltrated with adipose tissue. Amyloid protein was found on Congo red staining.Conclusion:To our best knowledge, this patient represents the first reported case of diffuse lipomatosis of the thyroid gland causing goitre in a patient with AA amyloidosis. The presence of amyloid protein within the thyroid was not sufficient to cause enlargement per se, and was therefore of unclear significance. Together with previous reports of the concurrent deposition of amyloid and fat, this case raises questions as to the relationship between these two phenomena.
A new era in the Arctic Council's external relations? Broader consequences of the Nuuk observer rules for Arctic governance
Authors: Graczyk Piotr , Koivurova Timo 
Published: January 2013

ABSTRACTThis article studies the role of observers under both the Arctic Environmental Protection Strategy (AEPS) and the Arctic Council (AC) before the Nuuk ministerial meeting that took place in May 2011. In this meeting, the AC actors were able to find consensus on criteria for admitting new observers, an issue that has received much media attention, given that China and the European Union, for example, are queuing to become observers in the AC. It is of importance to examine the content of these recently adopted Nuuk observer rules and their potential to impact decision-making on whether the external actors can be included as observers. Moreover, this article studies how, if at all, the Nuuk observer rules might affect the position of the AC in the broader setting of circumpolar cooperation.
Person-Centered Care Training in Long-Term Care Settings: Usefulness and Facility of Transfer into Practice
Authors: Viau-Guay Anabelle , Bellemare Marie , Feillou Isabelle , Trudel Louis , Desrosiers Johanne , Robitaille Marie-Josée 
Published: January 2013

RÉSUMÉLes approches de soins centrées sur la personne sont de plus en plus recommandées en vue d’améliorer la qualité des soins de longue durée. Au Québec (Canada), l’approche relationnelle de soins a été implantée dans plusieurs établissements. Cette étude porte sur le point de vue des soignants formés sur l’utilité de cette approche ainsi que sur leur capacité à la transférer en pratique. Des questionnaires comportant des questions ouvertes ont été administrés un mois après la formation (n=392). Les réponses ont été catégorisées selon une approche qualitative. Les répondants perçoivent que certaines dimensions de l’approche sont hors de leur portée ou s’opposent à leurs croyances. Ils rapportent des pressions liées aux contraintes temporelles, à leurs collègues ainsi qu’aux familles des résidents. Ces résultats indiquent que la formation ne suffit pas à transformer les pratiques. Il faut également agir sur les croyances des individus ainsi que sur les situations de travail
Financial Management of the UK Pension Protection Fund
Authors: Charmaille J-P. , Clarke M.G. , Harding J. , Hildebrand C. , Mckinlay I.W. , Rice S.R. , Reynolds P. 
Published: January 2013

AbstractThe UK Pension Protection Fund (PPF) was established in April 2005 to protect the pensions of members of UK private sector defined benefit pension schemes which have insufficient assets and whose corporate sponsor fails. The Fund takes over the pension scheme assets and assumes responsibility for the payment of compensation to the former members of the scheme. The PPF is funded by a levy on the population of eligible schemes. This paper discusses the application of Enterprise Risk Management principles and techniques to the unique situation of the PPF. The elements of the financial management of the Fund have been developed by reference to practice within proprietary insurance institutions and within pension funds. The paper will be of interest and, we hope, of some value to students, researchers and analysts and also to the PPF's own stakeholder groups that have a stake in an effective pension protection regime.
Reflexivity, relative autonomy and the embedded individual in economics
Authors: FULLER CHRIS 
Published: January 2013

Abstract:This paper is about the mind of the embedded individual in heterodox economics. Beginning from Margaret Archer's analysis of modes of reflexivity and following the respective contributions of Geoff Hodgson and John Davis, the paper seeks to integrate into Archer's approach a place for habitual beliefs and an analysis of the ‘relative autonomy’ of the embedded individual. Archer's identification of modes of reflexivity is endorsed but her avoidance of any dispositional place for habit in the mind is questioned. It is argued that by excluding habits in this way, Archer, unlike Davis, implausibly assumes most individuals have achieved relative autonomy in their group associations. The essay develops an approach to the mind that articulates underlying relationships between habits and internal conversation, potentially enriching Archer's explanation of modes of reflexivity while locating Davis's notion of relative autonomy within that framework. Specific economic implications are then briefly considered.