bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Orofacial Cysts: A Single Institution Experience of 85 Cases in Enugu, Nigeria
Authors: Nwoga MC 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
Orofacial cysts are pathologic cavities that could be symptomatic and may cause facial disfigurement. The only epidemiologic report of such lesions in Southeast Nigeria studied jaw cysts from 1987 to 1996. New studies reflecting recent research findings and classifications on the subject in Southeast Nigeria are lacking.

Aim:
To determine the prevalence and distribution of orofacial cysts in a tertiary hospital in Enugu, Southeast Nigeria.

Methods:
A 10-year retrospective study of patients with orofacial cysts diagnosed by histology was carried out.

Results:
Orofacial cysts constitute 9.5% (85) of 897 orofacial lesions identified. The male-to-female gender ratio was 1.2:1. The mean age (± standard deviation) at the onset of the cystic lesion was 28.58 (±16.98) years. Developmental odontogenic cysts 52.9% (45) and salivary cysts 18.8% (16) were the most common group of orofacial cysts. The most prevalent orofacial cysts were odontogenic keratocysts at 25.9% (22), mucoceles 16.5% (14), and dentigerous cysts 14.1% (12). Straw-colored aspirates 34.8% (16) and dark brown aspirates 28.3% (13) were the predominant cystic contents. The mandible 45.9% (39) and maxilla 27.1% (23) were the commonest sites for orofacial cysts, while the lip 9.4% (8) was the most frequent soft tissue site. A significant association exists between anatomical site and cyst type at a 95% confidence interval with P = 0.000, X2 = 247.17. Unilocular radiolucency 62.5% (20) and multilocular radiolucency 34.4% (11) were the most common radiographic features.

Conclusion:
Developmental odontogenic cysts particularly odontogenic keratocysts were most prevalent while mucocele was the most common soft tissue cyst.
What are the Factors that Impact the Outcomes of Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair?
Authors: Kilinc O , Ertem K , Ergen E , Aslanturk O 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
The cuff is a complex structure with many factors affecting it. How much it is affected after repair is still being investigated.

Aim:
The aim of this study was to analyze the functional results of individuals who received arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and assess the various factors that could impact these outcomes.

Methods:
The study included 57 patients with a mean age of 58.8 years (range: 39–71) who underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair between 2013 and 2020, with a minimum of 6 months after the operation. Functional and clinical outcomes of the patients were evaluated using preoperative and postoperative scores (QDASH, ASES, and VAS). The study also analyzed how demographic factors, type and duration of the tear, comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus (DM) and hypertension (HT), and other pathologies may have affected the patients’ scores.

Results:
The effect of the operation on the scores in rotator cuff tears was highly significant (P < 0.05). Age, gender, tear size, fatty degeneration, anchor configuration, comorbidities, and additional procedures presented variable values on postoperative scores, but were not statistically significant. The effect of DM and HT on VAS scores was statistically significant (P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
The results of rotator cuff repair appear to be influenced by several factors, including the sex of the patient, type and duration of tear, comorbidities, and surgical procedures used. Although these factors had an effect on the scores, they were not statistically significant.
Prediction of Intraperitoneal Adhesions in Repeated Cesarean Deliveries with Stria Gravidarum Scoring System: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Yavuz O , Kurt S , Ozmen S , Bilen E , Akdöner A 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
The preoperative prediction of intraperitoneal adhesion (IPA) before repeated cesarean deliveries (CD), which are becoming more prevalent, is crucial for maternal health.

Aim:
The aim of the study was to preoperatively predict IPA in repeated CD with the stria gravidarum (SG) scoring system.

Methods:
A total of 167 patients with at least one previous CD at or beyond 37 weeks of gestation were analyzed. Preoperative SG was calculated according to the Davey scoring system: 0-2 score were defined as mild SG (Group 1; n: 94, 56.2%), and 3-8 score were defined as severe SG (Group 2; n = 73, 43.8%). Preoperative previous cesarean incision features were evaluated according to the Vancouver scar scale. IPA was evaluated according to the Nair’s and modified Nair’s scoring systems.

Results:
Parity, younger age at first pregnancy, higher body mass index, number of previous CDs, rate of scar symptoms, Nair’s and the modified Nair’s scores were statistically significant in Group 2 (P = 0.01; P = 0.04; P = 0.007; P = 0.004; P < 0.001; P = 0.007; P = 0.02, respectively). Davey score ≥3 and Vancouver score ≥4.5 were determined as the cut-off value to predict IPA (P = 0.1 and 0.07, respectively). According to multivariate analysis, both Davey and Vancouver scores are independent factors in predicting IPA (P = 0.02 and 0.04, respectively).

Conclusion:
Evaluating the SG score through the Davey score in women with a history of previous CD may assist in predicting IPA status before the planning of a subsequent surgery.
Effects of Coloring Liquid Dipping Time and Surface Finishing Procedures on the Optical Properties of Monolithic Zirconia
Authors: İnal CB , Bankoğlu Güngör M , Karakoca Nemli S 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
Monolithic zirconia restorations can be produced from self-colored or uncolored blocks. The coloring procedure of uncolored blocks and surface treatments may affect the appearance of the restoration.

Aim:
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of liquid coloring and surface treatments on optical properties of translucent monolithic zirconia.

Methods:
All specimens were cut from zirconia blocks with a thickness of 1 mm. Specimens were dipped in the coloring liquids for 3 min, 5 min, and 7 min and then divided into groups of 10 specimens for surface treatments. Glaze and mechanical polishing were applied, and the color of the specimens was measured under the D65 lighting condition with a spectrophotometer device. Color values obtained from the CIE Lab formula and the translucency parameter (TP), opalescence parameter (OP), and contrast ratio (CR) were calculated. The normality of the data was confirmed with the Shapiro-Wilk test. A three-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to assess the effect of dipping time, liquid shade, and surface treatments.

Results:
The effect of liquid shade and dipping time on the TP, OP, and CR parameters were statistically significant, and the TP values were reduced with the application of coloring liquid. Mechanical polishing groups had higher OP values and lower TP values than glazed groups.

Conclusion:
In cases where high translucency is required, it may be advisable to use self-colored blocks and apply glaze as a surface treatment to achieve the desired optical properties.
Primary Intestinal T-cell Lymphomas – A Case Series from a Tertiary Center in South India
Authors: Mubeen Basharat , Paulose Roopa Rachel , Jose Wesley 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Background:
Gastrointestinal tract (GIT) is the most common site for extranodal lymphomas, however, primary T-cell lymphomas of GIT are a rare occurrence. The aim of this study is to highlight the diverse clinical presentation and disease course of intestinal T-cell lymphomas, as per the 2019 World Health Organization classification of tumors of the digestive system.

Materials and Methods:
Out of 77 primary gastrointestinal lymphoma cases diagnosed over a 10-year period (2013–2023), there were five patients with primary intestinal T-cell lymphomas and their demographics, presentation, and clinical course were scrutinized.

Results:
The male-to-female ratio was 2:3 and the median age was 63.8 years. Involvement of the ileum and ileocecal region was seen in three patients, and jejunal and colonic involvement in one each. All patients presented with advanced stages of disease and progressed rapidly despite aggressive chemotherapy.

Conclusion:
Intestinal T-cell lymphomas are rare with diverse presentations and dismal prognoses despite the availability of chemotherapeutic regimens. It also reflects the need for pathologists to recognize the disease for appropriate patient management and prognostication. Collaborative studies will help to further characterize the disease for personalized treatment.
An Uncommon Entity: Myxoid Liposarcoma Occurring in the Male Breast
Authors: Gupta Sumedha , Kalra Kaushal , Kalwaniya Dheer Singh , Ahluwalia Charanjeet 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Sarcoma of the breast represents a rare entity accounting for <1% of all breast tumors. Liposarcoma (LPS) of the breast is an exceedingly rare malignancy with an incidence of 0.3% of all breast sarcomas and myxoid LPS (MLPS), the second most common subtype of LPS, is even rarer in breast tissue. We present a notable case of MLPS affecting the breast of a 35-year-old male patient. The patient presented with a painless swelling in the left breast, which was subsequently diagnosed with MLPS through histopathological analysis following wide local excision. The tumor exhibited low mitotic count, clear resected margins, and positivity for S-100 on immunohistochemistry. Postoperative positron emission computerized tomography revealed no residual disease, and the patient received postoperative radiation therapy to minimize the risk of local recurrence. MLPS management requires a tailored approach, considering tumor size, location, and histological characteristics. Achieving negative margins through surgical resection remains crucial, with standardized definitions aiding in treatment consistency. The present case highlights the challenges in managing rare breast sarcomas and emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize patient outcomes.
Pieri rules for skew dual immaculate functions
Authors: Niese Elizabeth , Sundaram Sheila , van Willigenburg Stephanie , Wang Shiyun 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn this paper, we give Pieri rules for skew dual immaculate functions and their recently discovered row-strict counterparts. We establish our rules using a right-action analogue of the skew Littlewood–Richardson rule for Hopf algebras of Lam–Lauve–Sottile. We also obtain Pieri rules for row-strict (dual) immaculate functions.
Analysis of Variables Affecting Dividend Policy in Manufacturing Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the Period 2018-2022
Authors: Nofitasari Susi 
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of liquidity, profitability, leverage and company size on dividend policy. The population in this study includes all manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in the 2018-2022 period. The sample collection method is purposive sampling, with a total sample size of 40 companies. The data analysis used in this study used multiple linear regression analysis. The results of data analysis show that liquidity (CR) and leverage (DER) have no effect on dividend policy. Meanwhile, profitability (ROA) and company size (Firm Size) have a significant positive effect on dividend policy in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the period 2018-2022.
Interleukin 17 as a central component of the pathogenesis of pain associated with immunoinflammatory process: A new “target” of pharmacotherapy
Authors: Karateev А. Е. , Polishchuk Е. Yu. , Dubinina Т. V. 
Published: April 2024

Modern pathogenetic therapy of inflammatory rheumatic diseases (IRD) is aimed not only at reducing disease activity (although achieving remission and low disease activity remains the main goal of treatment), but also at eliminating as quickly and completely as possible the main symptoms that cause a decrease in the quality of life of patients. Particular importance is attached to effective control of chronic pain – the main and most distressing manifestation of IRD. To solve this problem, the pathogenesis of chronic pain in IRD continues to be actively studied, aimed at finding new ”targets” of pharmacotherapy. Thus, the role of central sensitization (CS) and comorbid fibromyalgia in the formation of clinical manifestations of IRD is now clearly proven. Signs of CS, depending on the instrument of its detection, are determined in 20–40% of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and axial spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).Interleukin (IL) 17 plays a fundamental role in the development of chronic pain in IIRD. This cytokine takes a leading position in the development of the ”cytokine cascade”, inducing the synthesis of various cytokines and chemokines, as well as chemotaxis and activation of neutrophils and T cells. Induction of synthesis of inflammatory mediators (including prostaglandin E2) determines the role of IL-17 in activation of nociceptors and their sensitization. IL-17 also takes an active part in neuroimmune interactions by activating glia cells and affecting receptors present on the membrane of neurons of the posterior horns of the spinal cord. This defines the role of IL-17 as one of the inductors of CS development. Pharmacologic blockade of IL-17 is a known pathway to suppress the activity of IIRPs such as PsA and AxSpA. However, this mechanism also allows for significant effects on chronic pain. In particular, the IL-17 inhibitor ixekizumab has shown high analgesic potential in a series of studies in PsA and AxSpA (SPIRIT-P1 and SPIRIT-P2, COAST V and COAST W). It is important to note that this drug demonstrated a very rapid analgesic effect: pain intensity was significantly reduced already 7 days after the first injection. These data suggest a specific effect of ixekizumab on the nociceptive system, independent of the anti-inflammatory effect. This fact allows us to consider ixekizumab as a drug of choice for the treatment of patients with PsA and AxSpA who experience severe pain and have signs of CS and fibromyalgia.
KRЕDIT PORTFЕLINI SАMАRАLI BOSHQАRISHDА TIJORАT BАNKLАRINING O‘RNI
Authors: Аzimovа Hulkаr 
Published: April 2024

Mаzkur mаqolаdа tijorаt bаnklаrining krеdit porffеlini sаmаrаli boshqаrilishi mаsаlаlаri bаyon еtilgаn bo‘lib, stаtistik mа’lumotlаr аsosidа tаhlil qilingаn. O‘zbеkiston Rеspublikаsidа bаnk tizimini isloh qilish bo‘yichа 2020-2025 yillаrgа mo‘ljаllаngаn strаtеgiyаdа nаzаrdа tutilgаn krеdit portfеli vа risklаrni boshqаrish sifаtini yаxshilаsh kаbi ustuvor mаsаlаlаrning аhаmiyаti izoglаngаn.Shuningdеk mаqolаdа bаnk tizimidаgi krеdit portfеli vа muаmmoli krеditlаr bilаn ish olib borilishi hаmdа qonunchilik doirаsidа ko‘rilаyotgаn chorа-tаdbirlаrning аnаlizi kеltirilgаn bo‘lib, ushbu sohаdа krеdit bеrish vа qаytаrib olish tizimining sаmаrаli fаoliyаtini tа’minlаsh borаsidа bа’zi tаvsiyаlаr bеrilgаn.
Evolution of submarine canyons and hanging-wall fans: insights from geomorphic experiments and morphodynamic models
Authors: Lai Steven Y. J. , Amblas David , Micallef Aaron , Capart Hervé 
Published: April 2024

Abstract. Tectonics play a significant role in shaping the morphology of submarine canyons, which form essential links in source-to-sink (S2S) systems. It is difficult, however, to investigate the resulting morphodynamics over the long term. For this purpose, we propose a novel experimental approach that can generate submarine canyons and hanging-wall fans on continuously evolving active faults. We utilize morphometric analysis and morphodynamic models to understand the response of these systems to fault slip rate (Vr) and inflow discharge (Q). Our research reveals several key findings. Firstly, the fault slip rate controls the merging speed of submarine canyons and hanging-wall fans, which in turn affects their quantity and spacing. Additionally, the long profile shapes of submarine canyons and hanging-wall fans can be decoupled into a gravity-dominated breaching process and an underflow-dominated diffusion process, which can be described using a constant-slope relationship and a morphodynamic diffusion model, respectively. Furthermore, both experimental and simulated submarine canyon–hanging-wall fan long profiles exhibit strong self-similarity, indicating that the long profiles are scale independent. The Hack's scaling relationship established through morphometric analyses serves as an important link between different scales in S2S systems, bridging laboratory-scale data to field-scale data and submarine-to-terrestrial relationships. Lastly, for deep-water sedimentary systems, we propose an empirical formula to estimate fan volume using canyon length, and the data from 26 worldwide S2S systems utilized for comparison show a strong agreement. Our geomorphic experiments provide a novel perspective for better understanding of the influence of tectonics on deep-water sedimentary processes. The scaling relationships and empirical formulas we have established aim to assist in estimating volume information that is difficult to obtain during long-term landscape evolution processes.
Norskfødte med innvandrerforeldres erfaringer i psykologisk behandling: en kvalitativ studie
Authors: Ngo Vivian , Løkkeberg Anders Gjøs , Hjeltnes Aslak 
Published: April 2024

Background: Focus on minority perspectives and cultural factors in therapy has increased in recent years. This study aimed to examine experiences of undergoing psychotherapy among Norwegian-born with immigrant parents to assess possible challenges in receiving mental health care.Method: We conducted semi-structured interviews with 13 informants from multicultural backgrounds who had undergone psychotherapy. Transcripts were analysed using hermeneutic-phenomenological thematic analysis.Results: We identified three themes: 1) What do they know about living between two cultures? 2) When the therapist gets it wrong, and 3) Seeking help when stigma is attached to psychotherapy.Conclusion: Our findings suggest that Norwegian-born with immigrant parents have several unique experiences that may be important when undergoing psychotherapy. More research is needed to investigate the significance of these experiences for psychotherapy and how therapists can best meet these experiences.
Keywords: multicultural, ethnic minority, psychotherapy, therapeutic multicultural competence, therapeutic alliance
Dakwah Building Cohesity of the Muslim Community in Sombomerten Maguwoharjo Sleman Yogyakarta
Authors: Nazili Mokh , Suhud Moh Abu , Falah Nailul , Putra Okrizal Eka 
Published: April 2024

This research is motivated by the reality that da'wah activities have penetrated into the cells of society. Not only in cities, da'wah has reached the pores of village communities far from urban areas. The esoteric model of preaching or the ethical model looks for its own place to adapt to the dynamics of its own society. Dai as a da'wah actor metamorphoses into the atmosphere of the object of his da'wah to make an invitation, he really merges into one, in the same spiritual atmosphere as the object of his da'wah, the preacher's activities in society carry out a transformation of Islamic values so that community cohesion is built strongly. In the real picture in the Sombomerten community, Islam is embraced and practiced without any complaints at all and the community enjoys Islamic values as an identity. The question arises as to how da'wah activities can build the cohesiveness of the Muslim community in Sombomerten Yogyakarta.The research method used is in-depth interviews, where the researcher really conducts interviews in detail, including making observations, observations which are carried out by participant observation and are truly involved in community activities.The results of the research show that da'wah activities have become a daily activity for residents, every day residents perform congregational prayers at the Nurul Muttaqin Mosque, every week for men the Friday prayer is mandatory to listen to the sermon, on Sunday nights there is mujahadah, especially in the month of Ramadlan there is takjilan accompanied by lectures before breaking the fast, the evenings of tarawih and tadarusan, the annual da'wah activities include Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. The second moment of this holiday becomes a medium of friendship for all residents because those who usually don't go to the mosque all go to the mosque for friendship. Temporary activities such as commemorating Islamic holidays such as the Prophet's birthday and social activities such as community service and tahlilan. Nearly all Sombomerten children are instilled in Islam from an early age through AEC.
Bone Sarcoma Survival in the US Military Health System: Comparison With the SEER Program
Authors: Anderson Ashley B. , Kim Eungjae , Park Amie B. , Zhu Kangmin , Lin Jie , Shriver Craig D. , Potter Benjamin K. 
Published: April 2024

Background:
Access to care is associated with cancer survival. The US Military Health System (MHS) provides universal health care to all beneficiaries. However, it is unknown whether survival among patients with bone sarcoma in a health system providing universal care is better than that in the general population. The aim of the study was to compare survival of patients with bone sarcoma in the US MHS with that of the US general population.

Methods:
The MHS data were obtained from the Department of Defense Automated Central Tumor Registry (ACTUR). The US general population data were obtained from the National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) registry. Adult patients were defined as those aged 25 years or older with a histologically confirmed musculoskeletal bone sarcoma diagnosed from January 1, 1987, to December 31, 2013. Kaplan-Meier survival curves and multivariable Cox proportional hazards models were used to compare the overall survival of the two populations.

Results:
The final analysis included 2,273 bone sarcoma cases from ACTUR and 9,092 bone sarcoma cases from SEER. ACTUR patients had significant lower 5-year all-cause death (hazard ratio = 0.72; 95% CI, 0.66 to 0.78) after adjustment for the potential confounders. ACTUR patients with bone sarcoma also exhibited significantly lower risk of all-cause death during the entire follow-up period than the SEER patients (hazard ratio = 0.75; 95% CI, 0.6 to 0.81).

Conclusions:
MHS beneficiaries with bone sarcoma may have longer survival than SEER patients. Our findings support the role of universal access to high-quality care in improving bone sarcoma outcomes.