bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Squamous Cell Carcinoma at the Site of a Prince Albert’s Piercing
Authors: Edlin Rachel S. , Aaronson David S. , Wu Alex K. , Blaschko Sarah D. , Yang Glen , Erickson Bradley A. , McAninch Jack W. 
Published: April 2010

ABSTRACT

Introduction
Medical practitioners should be aware of genital piercing and its potential complications. General piercings are associate with complications common to all piercings as well as some unique to urethral piercings. Specifically, the association between carcinoma and genital piercing is not well recognized.

Aim
The present study is a report of two cases describing squamous cell carcinoma associated with genital piercing.

Methods
Case reports of two men admitted to an academic medical center.

Results
A 60-year-old man with a history of HIV and hepatitis C as well as a Prince Albert piercing presented for treatment of a urethrocutaneous fistula. A biopsy of indurated granulation tissue surrounding the fistula revealed invasive, moderately-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma. A 56-year-old man with a history of HIV, hepatitis C, and a Prince Albert piercing presented following a single episode of gross hematuria. He also reported splitting of his urinary stream. On physical examination, areas of necrosis were noted on the glans penis; biopsy revealed invasive, poorly-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma.

Conclusions
The present study is the first to suggest a possible association between squamous cell carcinoma of the penis/urethra and genital piercing. Patients with genital piercings, especially those with concurrent risk factors such as HIV and HCV, should be counselled about this rare complication.
The Impact of the Loop Electrosurgical Excisional Procedure for Cervical Intraepithelial Lesions on Female Sexual Function
Authors: Serati Maurizio , Salvatore Stefano , Cattoni Elena , Zanirato Mara , Mauri Silvia , Siesto Gabriele , Cromi Antonella , Ghezzi Fabio , Bolis Pierfrancesco 
Published: April 2010

ABSTRACT

Introduction
Very limited knowledge exists concerning the impact of Loop Electrosurgical Excisional Procedure (LEEP) on female sexual function in women with cervical intraepithelial neoplasia

Aim
To investigate sexual function in women who underwent LEEP for the treatment of cervical intraepithelial lesions, using a validated questionnaire (Female Sexual Function Index [FSFI]).

Main Outcome Measures
FSFI questionnaire on six domains of female sexuality (desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction, and pain).

Methods
Consecutive sexually active women, who underwent LEEP for the treatment of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia were enrolled in this study. All women were asked to complete a copy of FSFI questionnaire, at the time of LEEP and after 6 months. We finally compared the results of the pre-LEEP questionnaire and the post-LEEP questionnaire for each patient.

Results
A total of 67 sexually active women undergoing LEEP for the treatment of cervical intraepithelial lesions were enrolled. Nine of these patients (13.4%) completed only the questionnaire regarding their sexual function before LEEP; thus we did not include them for final analysis. In our study population, data showed a sexual function overall unchanged after LEEP; only the variable “desire” (sexual interest) became significantly worse (P = 0.02).

Conclusions
LEEP for the treatment of cervical intraepithelial lesions doesn’t affect women’s sexuality, when compared with sexual function before surgery. In our study, all FSFI sexual function domains but desire, did not show significant change after LEEP.
Baseline Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes for Men with Acquired or Lifelong Premature Ejaculation with Mild or No Erectile Dysfunction: Integrated Analyses of Two Phase 3 Dapoxetine Trials
Authors: Porst Hartmut , McMahon Chris G. , Althof Stanley E. , Sharlip Ira , Bull Scott , Aquilina Joseph W. , Tesfaye Fisseha , Rivas David A. 
Published: April 2010

ABSTRACT

Introduction
Premature ejaculation (PE) is classified as an acquired or lifelong condition but data on baseline characteristics and response to treatment of men with acquired or lifelong PE and mild erectile dysfunction (ED) or normal erectile function (EF) is limited.

Aim
To present integrated analyses of baseline characteristics and treatment outcomes from phase 3 dapoxetine trials in men with acquired or lifelong PE and mild or no ED.

Methods
Data were analyzed from two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 clinical trials (International and Asia-Pacific) that evaluated efficacy and safety of dapoxetine (30 mg or 60 mg as needed [PRN]) in patients with PE. Men were ≥18 years, in a stable monogamous relationship for ≥6 months, met DSM-IV-TR criteria for PE for ≥6 months, had an International Index of Erectile Function EF domain score ≥21, and had an intravaginal ejaculatory latency time (IELT) ≤2 minutes in ≥75% of intercourse episodes.

Main Outcome Measures
Demographics, sexual history, and PE symptomatology at baseline, and mean IELT and patient-reported outcomes (PROs) at study end (week 12), were analyzed for men with acquired or lifelong PE and mild or no ED (EF score 21–25 vs. ≥26).

Results
Baseline characteristics except duration of PE were similar in men with acquired and lifelong PE, with no other differentiating features by ED status. Dapoxetine treatment improved significantly mean IELT (arithmetic and geometric) and PRO responses (perceived control over ejaculation, satisfaction with sexual intercourse, ejaculation-related personal distress, and interpersonal difficulty) for acquired and lifelong subtypes, but presence of mild ED diminished PRO responsiveness in both subtypes, particularly those with lifelong PE.

Conclusions
Baseline characteristics and treatment outcomes were generally similar in men with acquired and lifelong PE. The presence of mild ED appears to be associated with a more modest treatment response, irrespective of lifelong or acquired PE subtype.
CHANGES IN TOMATO PASTE DURING STORAGE AND THE EFFECTS OF HEATING ON CONSISTENCY OF RECONSTITUTED TOMATO PASTE
Authors: ANTHON GORDON E. , BARRETT DIANE M. 
Published: April 2010

ABSTRACT Bostwick consistencies of reconstituted tomato pastes were measured both immediately after paste production and after storage times of up to 9 months. Bostwick values measured after storage were more than twice those measured on the day of paste production. This increase in Bostwick developed over the first month of paste storage at room temperature and could be slowed down but not prevented if the paste was stored at 4C. Heating the reconstituted paste for 30 min at 90C or 15 min at 100C restored the original consistency. Serum viscosities also decreased during paste storage, but the change in serum viscosity was smaller than the changes in Bostwick. As with the Bostwick, heating the reconstituted juice restored the serum viscosity. For a reproducible evaluation of the consistency of stored tomato paste, it is essential that the reconstituted paste be heated to 90C or above. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONSConsistency is an important quality consideration in products prepared from reconstituted tomato paste. During storage, changes occur in tomato paste, which affect the consistency after reconstitution. The results presented here show that for stored tomato paste, heating after reconstitution restores consistency to the same level as measured before storage. This knowledge will help in the formulation of products made from stored tomato paste.
From health organization‐centred standardization work process to a personhood‐centred care process in an Italian nursing home: effectiveness on bowel elimination model
Authors: Palese Alvisa , Granzotto Debora , Broll Maria Grazia , Carlesso Nathalie 
Published: April 2010

palese a., granzotto d., broll m.g. & carlesso n. (2010) From health organization‐centred standardization work process to a personhood‐centred care process in an Italian nursing home: effectiveness on bowel elimination model. International Journal of Older People Nursing 5, 179–187Aims.  An Italian nursing home’s standardized work process redesign towards a personhood‐centred nursing care is the focus of this study. The aim was to develop and implement a multi‐method, personhood‐centred, bowel elimination programme, to reduce the number of patients suffering from constipation and lessen the use of the invasive practises routinely adopted in nursing home (laxatives, enemas, rectal exploration).Background.  Although the importance of the application of personhood‐centred care concepts in gerontology nursing has been widely recognized, the actual tendency of the Italian National Health System, which has few nursing resources for to the care of the older persons, is standardization. Standardization is enacted mainly by a functional pattern and carries the risk of using the same nursing answer to patient’s different needs, priorities, preferences and histories. Constipation in older people living in nursing homes is one of the effects of extreme standardization.Methods.  A case‐crossover study design was adopted from 2006 to 2007. Twenty persons were enrolled in the programme. The multi‐method programme included three phases: assessment (first phase), development/implementation (second) and evaluation (third phase).Results.  In the first phase, nine (45%) persons were constipated; in the third phase, only two (10%) were constipated (χ2 6.14, P = 0.013). The relative risk of being a constipated person in the first phase compared with the third phase was 4.5 (confidence interval 95%: 1.11–18.27). During the first phase 562 invasive procedures were observed (± 25.5, range: 2–85) for bowel elimination whereas during the third phase 120 were observed (± 12, range: 0–58).Conclusion.  After the personhood‐centred multi‐method programme, seven persons have modified their bowel elimination pattern, and they were no longer constipated. The programme has also reduced the use of invasive procedures. The reduction of invasive practises might have affected positively the persons’ quality of life, their comfort and also the workload of the nurses, reducing the time they needed for constipation management and using it for prevention strategies.
Écrire dans l’urgence ou le partage inégal du sensible
Authors: Boni Tanella 
Published: April 2010

Résumé Tanella Boni conçoit la création littéraire comme une façon de résister à des situations d’extrême urgence, ainsi qu’aux problèmes économiques et politiques. Comment dire l’innommable et l’indicible, tel est le travail de l’écrivain. C’est aussi une lutte contre le temps, contre les événements qui bousculent l’existence des êtres humains et parfois les écrasent. Dans le contexte postcolonial en Afrique, la littérature doit revendiquer sa place en tant que forme de résistance contre l’oralité, qui est aussi très puissante. La francophonie est à la fois un soutien et un obstacle, car elle tend à installer dans un isolat les écrivains qui en font partie. Quant au pouvoir intrinsèque du travail d’écriture, étroitement liéà l’histoire individuelle et collective, et à la mémoire, il tient au fait qu’il est à la fois l’expression de la singularité de l’écrivain et l’expression de son lien aux autres individus et aux autres cultures.
La quête de la beauté contre l’arrogance de l’art
Authors: Hamashita Masahiro 
Published: April 2010

RésuméGrâce aux incitations des politiques nationales et aux exigences d’une société de consommation, l’art connaît une prospérité record. Toutefois, l’importance qu’on lui accorde aujourd’hui trahit le manque d’attention prêtée à la beauté. L’esthétique, non la beauté, exerce son emprise sur notre imagination, nos illusions et nos représentations, en un mot sur nos images (grec : phantasma). L’esthétique sous‐tend toute la sphère de l’activité humaine, de l’investissement économique à la fabrication d’idoles médiatiques et à l’invention télévisée de séduisantes réalités virtuelles. Cet article soutient que l’art, pour avoir un sens, devrait s’engager dans une quête de la beauté. Pourtant, plus l’esthétique s’écarte de la réalité, plus l’art a du mal à cultiver une idée de la beauté.
Art et résistance transculturelle
Authors: Triki Rachida 
Published: April 2010

Résumé Au sein d’une culture mondialisée dominée par les TIC, le vidéo‐art, le photomontage, l’installation et les événements médiatisés, la question de l’authenticité se pose, dans le sens d’une fidélitéà soi‐même, en matière d’expression artistique. Comment procéder à une recréation de soi et du monde par la puissance subversive de l’art, en se préservant une marge de liberté ? Les formes d’expression des œuvres des artistes non européens, notamment ceux des anciennes colonies comme les pays du Maghreb, sont soumises aux mêmes critères artistiques qu’ailleurs. Les nouvelles techniques sont aujourd’hui bien maîtrisées par les artistes de ces pays, mais les stéréotypes postcoloniaux (mise en scène de la femme voilée, violences orientales), continuent à donner la part belle aux artistes qui les véhiculent. Créer revient ainsi à résister, dans le sens de Gilles Deleuze et Félix Guattari. Les artistes tunisiens de la nouvelle génération et, parmi eux, beaucoup de femmes, semblent tourner le dos au problème identitaire pour mieux appréhender leur propre singularité. Leur imaginaire constitue un moteur de déplacement des frontières et des crispations identitaires.
Methanogenesis in subglacial sediments
Authors: Boyd Eric S. , Skidmore Mark , Mitchell Andrew C. , Bakermans Corien , Peters John W. 
Published: April 2010

SummaryMethanogenic archaea have a unique role in Earth's global carbon cycle as producers of the greenhouse gas methane (CH4). However, despite the fact that ice covers 11% of Earth's continental landmass, evidence for methanogenic activity in subglacial environments has yet to be clearly demonstrated. Here we present genetic, biochemical and geochemical evidence indicative of an active population of methanogens associated with subglacial sediments from Robertson Glacier (RG), Canadian Rockies. Porewater CH4 was quantified in two subglacial sediment cores at concentrations of 16 and 29 ppmv. Coenzyme M (CoM), a metabolic biomarker for methanogens, was detected at a concentration of 1.3 nmol g sediment−1 corresponding to ∼3 × 103 active cells g sediment−1. Genetic characterization of communities associated with subglacial sediments indicated the presence of several archaeal 16S rRNA and methyl CoM reductase subunit A (mcrA) gene phylotypes, all of which were affiliated with the euryarchaeal order Methanosarcinales. Further, CH4 was produced at 9–51 fmol g dry weight sediment−1 h−1 in enrichment cultures of RG sediments incubated at 4°C. Collectively, these findings have important implications for the global carbon cycle in light of recent estimates indicating that the Earth's subglacial biome ranges from 104 to 106 km3 sediment.
Sediment‐associated microdiversity within the Marine Group I Crenarchaeota
Authors: Durbin Alan M. , Teske Andreas 
Published: April 2010

SummaryAlthough oligotrophic, abyssal marine sediments cover most of the sea bottom, previous investigations of microbial diversity have primarily focused on organic‐rich, anoxic sediments of continental margins. In contrast, abyssal open‐ocean sediments are oxidized and contain limiting organic substrate concentrations. This study examines the archaeal diversity of oligotrophic, oxic and nitrate‐reducing marine sediments and oxic bottom water in the South Pacific Gyre. 16S rDNA clone library analysis identified phylogenetically distinct lineages of the Marine Group I (MG‐I) Crenarchaeota in oxidized sediment that are different from those in bottom water. Thus, the sediment habitat selects for different MG‐I lineages, within short vertical distances of a few centimetres.
Pursuit of an ideal*
Authors: CHAMBERS R.J. 
Published: April 2010

Abstract. My paper was prompted by deviations in the state of the art of accounting from ideals espoused by individual accountants and professional bodies. Professor Benston's defense or advocacy of traditional practice disregards those deviations. He disregards the facts that up‐to‐date prices alone provide serviceable data for the calculation of solvency, debt to equity and asset composition ratios and rates of return, and that only money equivalents or resale prices of assets at a given date can properly be added to derive the asset components of those ratios.Benston contends that traditional accounting may be upheld against exit price accounting on the grounds of its transactions basis, of its longevity, of its cost‐benefit relationship, and of its free and willing acceptance by managers and other parties. There are serious defects in each of these lines of argument; and other critical observations on the use of selling price valuations will not withstand scrutiny. Only the acknowledgment of the flaws in present practice and the pursuit of ideals avowed by the profession will rid its practice of absurdities.Résumé. Les déviations de la pratique comptable par rapport aux idéaux visés par des comptables individuels et par des organismes professionnels m'ont incité à écrire mon article. La défense ou le plaidoyer du professeur Benston en faveur de la pratique traditionnelle ne tient pas compte de ces déviations. Il néglige le fait selon lequel seuls les prix actuels fournissent des données utiles pour calculer la solvabilité, les ratios d'endettement et de composition de l'actif et les taux de rendement; il ne tient pas compte non plus du fait qu'on peut additionner seulement les équivalents monétaires ou les prix de revente des actifs à une date précise pour obtenir les éléments d'actifs de ces ratios.Benston prétend que la comptabilité traditionnelle peut se protéger contre la comptabilité des prix de sortie courants du fait qu'elle s'appuie sur des opérations, du fait de sa longévité, de son rapport coûts‐avantages et de l'appui que lui accordent les gestionnaires et les autres parties. Chacun de ces raisonnements contient de sérieuses lacunes; de plus, d'autres observations critiques sur l'utilisation des évaluations au prix de vente ne résisteront pas à un examen minutieux. La pratique comptable ne sera débarassée de ses absurdités que si on reconnaît ses défauts actuels et que si on poursuit les idéaux que s'est fixée la profession.
Terborgh's asset replacement formula reconsidered
Authors: AMEY LLOYD R. 
Published: April 2010

Abstract. In 1949 Terborgh of the Machinery and Allied Products Institute (MAPI) developed an approximate decision rule for optimal replacement of assets that deteriorate, taking technological change into account explicitly. The simple rule is essentially equivalent to a full discounting analysis under the same assumptions. More than 30 years later it is still used by U.S. firms and, what is perhaps more important, it is still being taught to engineering students throughout North America. DCF analysis is now much more widely used by firms than the MAPI formula (though often only for major replacements) but, unlike the MAPI formula, often with a total lack of understanding of the nature of the replacement problem. This paper exmaines Terborgh's rule on its own terms (assumptions, approximations) and reveals errors in derivation of the rule, by Terborgh and later by Smith (1961). The original rule is tested against the revised form with these errors eliminated over a range of interest rates, technological and other changes, and is found to be remarkably robust. The topic should be of interest to students in managerial accounting who are concerned with repairs and replacement of capital goods.Résumé. En 1949 Terborgh de Machinery and Allied Products Institute (MAPI) développa une règle de décision approximative pour le remplacement optimal des actifs qui se détériorent. Cette règle tient compte explicitement du changement technologique. La règle simple est essentiellement l'équivalent d'une analyse complète d'actualisation avec les mêmes hypothèses. Plus de 30 ans après, cette règle est toujours utilisée par des entreprises aux Etats‐Unis et, ce qui est encore plus important, elle est toujours enseignée aux étudiants en génie à travers l'Amérique du Nord. L'analyse des flux monétaires actualisés est maintenant beaucoup plus utilisée par les entreprises que la formule MAPI (quoique souvent uniquement pour les remplacements importants) mais, contrairement à la formule MAPI, souvent avec un manque de compréhension total de la nature du problème de remplacement. Cet article examine les fondements de la règle de Terborgh (hypothèses, approximations) et révèle les erreurs de la dérivation de la règle, par Terborgh et plus tard par Smith (1961). La règle originale est testée par rapport à la forme révisée en éliminant ces erreurs pour une fourchette de taux d'intérêt et pour des changements technologiques et autres. Il ressort que la règle originale est remarquablement ferme. Ce sujet devrait intéresser les étudiants en comptabilité de gestion concernés par les réparations et le remplacement d'actifs.
A Stochastic demand CVP model with return on investment criterion*
Authors: THAKKAR RASHMI B. , FINLEY DAVID R. , LIAO WOODY M. 
Published: April 2010

Abstract. The stochastic demand cost‐volume‐profit (CVP) model has recently received considerable attention. For this model, management must determine optimal production prior to knowing the actual demand, a stochastic variable with known distribution. Management must choose the production quantity to balance prospects for sales revenue against risks of losses from shortages and from unsold items. This paper develops an expected return on investment criterion model for determining the optimal production quantity. Formulas and solution methods applicable to general demand distributions are obtained. A special solution technique for normally distributed demand is presented. The resulting choice criterion offers the advantages inherent in return rate methods. In addition, compared to a profit maximization approach, the expected rate of return on investment criterion is more widely applicable.Résumé. Le modèle de demande stochastique coût‐volume‐profit (CVP), a récemment reçu considérablement d'attention. Avec ce modèle, la gestion doit déterminer la production optimale avant de connaître la demande actuelle, une variable stochastique ayant une distribution connue. La gestion doit choisir la quantité à produire afin d'équilibrer les perspectives de ventes et les risques de pertes résultant des pénuries et des unités non vendues. Cet article développe un modèle basé sur le rendement espéré du capital investi pour déterminer la quantité optimale à produire. On obtient des formules et des méthodes pouvant s'appliquer à des distributions de demande générale. Une technique de solution particulière pour une demande distribuée selon une loi normale est présentée. Ce modèle offre les avantages inhérents aux méthodes du taux de rendement. De plus, comparativement à l'approche de la maximisation du profit, le critère du taux de rendement espéré du capital investi, est applicable dans beaucoup plus de situations.
John Butterworth's pioneering contributions to the accounting and information economics literature
Authors: FELTHAN GERALD A. 
Published: April 2010

Abstract. This article reviews John Butterworth's significant contributions to the accounting and information economics literature. Some of the reviewed work is unpublished and is first exposed in this paper. I describe the general nature of John's diversified contributions and focus on some theoretical components of his work.Résumé. Cet article fait la revue des contributions importantes de John Butterworth à la littérature dans les domaines de la comptabilité et des systèmes d'information. Certains des travaux révisés n'ont pas été publiés et sont dévoilés pour la première fois dans cet exposé. Je décris de façon générale les contributions diversifiées de John en me concentrant sur quelques‐unes des composantes théoriques de ses travaux.