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Dimensionality of the Swahili version of the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) in a Kenyan population: A confirmatory factor analysis
Authors: Keyan Dharani , Hadzi-Pavlovic Dusan , Akhtar Aemal , Dawson Katie , Koyiet Phiona Naserian , Bryant Richard 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
The current study evaluated the Kiswahili version of General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) in a Kenyan context comprising of women exposed to gender-based violence. Participants were randomly drawn from community sampling using household screening methods in peri-urban areas in Nairobi. A total of 1,394 participants with varying levels of literacy (years of education: mean [M] = 9.42; standard deviation [SD] = 3.73) and aged between 18 and 89 years were recruited for the study. The observed factor structure of the GHQ-12 was evaluated using six most tested models querying the dimensionality of the instrument insofar as the impacts of positive and negative wording effects in driving multidimensionality. Results from the confirmatory factor analysis supported a bifactor model, consisting of a general distress factor and two separate factors representing common variance due to the positive and negative wording of items. Overall, the findings support the use of the Kiswahili version of the GHQ-12 as a unidimensional construct with method-specific variance owing to wording effects. Importantly, GHQ-12 responses from a sample of Kenyan women with relatively low levels of literacy are congruent with the factor structure observed in other cross-cultural settings in low- and-middle-income countries.
Breakdown and reform: the Chilean road to the creation of ministries of hygiene and social welfare 1892–1931
Authors: Barría Traverso Diego , Romero Pavez Diego 
Published: April 2024

AbstractDoctors have played an important role in the development of health institutions in Latin America. However, they are not the only profession that has had a voice in these matters. There are also other factors influencing the development of ministries of health. This issue has gone unnoticed in the literature. This article suggests that it is possible to identify two distinct trends in the creation of health ministries in Latin America. The first, of an early nature, was seen principally in Central America and the Caribbean in countries dependent on or under the influence of the United States which, from the 1880s, promoted health Pan-Americanism. The second trend, which became apparent from 1924, was characterised by the emergence of ministries in a context of institutional breakdown and the appearance of new actors (military or populist leaders). This second trend was first seen in Chile in 1924. This article analyses the creation of the Ministerio de Higiene, Asistencia y Previsión Social (Ministry of Hygiene, Assistance and Social Security) in Chile in 1924 and its subsequent development through to 1931. The analysis looks at the health measures adopted, the context in which this occurred and the debates triggered by the ministry’s process of institutional development, based on parliamentary discussions, presidential speeches, official statistics, legislation, documents prepared by key actors and the press of the time.
VaTEST III: Validation of eight potential super-earths from TESS data
Authors: Mistry Priyashkumar , Prasad Aniket , Maity Mousam , Pathak Kamlesh , Gharat Sarvesh , Lekkas Georgios , Bhattarai Surendra , Kumar Dhruv , Lissauer Jack J. , Twicken Joseph D. , Soubkiou Abderahmane , Pozuelos Francisco J. , Jenkins Jon , Horne Keith , Giacalone Steven , Barkaoui Khalid , Timmermans Mathilde , Watkins Cristilyn N. , Sefako Ramotholo , Collins Karen A. , Ciardi David R. , Clark Catherine A. , Safonov Boris S. , Shporer Avi , Schlieder Joshua E. , Benkhaldoun Zouhair , Stockdale Chris , Ziegler Carl , Gilbert Emily A. , Emmanuël Jehin , Murgas Felipe , Crossfield Ian J. M. , Paegert Martin , Lund Michael B. , Narita Norio , Schwarz Richard P. , Goeke Robert F. , Fajardo-Acosta Sergio B. , Howell Steve B. , Tan Thiam-Guan , Barclay Thomas , Kawai Yugo 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
NASA’s all-sky survey mission, the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), is specifically engineered to detect exoplanets that transit bright stars. Thus far, TESS has successfully identified approximately 400 transiting exoplanets, in addition to roughly 6 000 candidate exoplanets pending confirmation. In this study, we present the results of our ongoing project, the Validation of Transiting Exoplanets using Statistical Tools (VaTEST). Our dedicated effort is focused on the confirmation and characterisation of new exoplanets through the application of statistical validation tools. Through a combination of ground-based telescope data, high-resolution imaging, and the utilisation of the statistical validation tool known as TRICERATOPS, we have successfully discovered eight potential super-Earths. These planets bear the designations: TOI-238b (1.61

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R

$_\oplus$

), TOI-771b (1.42

$^{+0.11} _{-0.09}$

R

$_\oplus$

), TOI-871b (1.66

$^{+0.11} _{-0.11}$

R

$_\oplus$

), TOI-1467b (1.83

$^{+0.16} _{-0.15}$

R

$_\oplus$

), TOI-1739b (1.69

$^{+0.10} _{-0.08}$

R

$_\oplus$

), TOI-2068b (1.82

$^{+0.16} _{-0.15}$

R

$_\oplus$

), TOI-4559b (1.42

$^{+0.13} _{-0.11}$

R

$_\oplus$

), and TOI-5799b (1.62

$^{+0.19} _{-0.13}$

R

$_\oplus$

). Among all these planets, six of them fall within the region known as ‘keystone planets’, which makes them particularly interesting for study. Based on the location of TOI-771b and TOI-4559b below the radius valley we characterised them as likely super-Earths, though radial velocity mass measurements for these planets will provide more details about their characterisation. It is noteworthy that planets within the size range investigated herein are absent from our own solar system, making their study crucial for gaining insights into the evolutionary stages between Earth and Neptune.
On almost quotient Yamabe solitons
Authors: Tokura Willian , Barboza Marcelo , Batista Elismar , Kai Priscila 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn this paper, we investigate the structure of certain solutions of the fully nonlinear Yamabe flow, which we call almost quotient Yamabe solitons as they extend quite naturally those already called quotient Yamabe solitons. We present sufficient conditions for a compact almost quotient Yamabe soliton to be either trivial or isometric with an Euclidean sphere. We also characterize noncompact almost gradient quotient Yamabe solitons satisfying certain conditions on both its Ricci tensor and potential function.
Low-molecular-weight heparin salvage in pedicled flap reconstruction in head and neck: a prospective cohort study
Authors: Panda Smriti , Gautam Vimmi , Mitra Sandipta , Singh Chirom Amit , Mani Suresh , Palreddy Akshara , Kabilan Yuvanesh , Konkimalla Abhilash , Kondamudi Dheeraj , Bagchi Debadeep , Raveendran Sarath , Sikka Kapil , Kumar Rajeev , Singh Anup , Thakar Alok 
Published: April 2024

AbstractObjectiveTo determine if systemic administration of low-molecular-weight heparin impacts venous compromise in loco-regional flap reconstruction for head and neck subsites.MethodsThis prospective study was conducted on patients who had developed features of venous compromise of the flap. The case group received low-molecular-weight heparin (dalteparin).ResultsOf the 73 patients who developed venous congestion, low-molecular-weight heparin was administered in 47 patients. In the low-molecular-weight heparin subset, 23 patients had either reversal or non-progression of venous compromise (48.9 per cent). Of the patients who had no response to low-molecular-weight heparin rescue, complete necrosis was seen in 4 and partial flap necrosis was observed in 19. The corresponding numbers in the control group were 13 and 12, respectively (odds ratio 23.9, p = 0.002). Additionally, the low-molecular-weight heparin arm had a lower incidence of partial or complete flap necrosis (p = 0.002).ConclusionLow-molecular-weight heparin salvage, when instituted early, is likely to result in a significant reduction in flap-related morbidity.
How well do schoolchildren and adolescents know the form and meaning of different derivational suffixes? Evidence from a cross-sectional study
Authors: Martinez Dalia , Colenbrander Danielle , Inoue Tomohiro , Georgiou George K. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractAs children advance through school, derived words become increasingly common in their reading materials. Previous studies have shown that children’s knowledge of derivational morphology develops relatively slowly, but there is more to learn about this development. This study examined differences in knowledge of the form and meaning of suffixes across grade levels (Grades 3, 5, and 8) and different types of derivational suffixes (adjectives and nominals). We assessed 309 English-speaking children on word reading and receptive vocabulary tests and two tasks designed to assess the form (orthographic knowledge) and meaning (semantic knowledge) of 28 derivational suffixes (14 adjectives and 14 nominals). Overall, our findings showed a significant improvement in identifying and understanding derivational suffixes from Grade 3 to Grade 5 and a smaller, but still significant, improvement from Grade 5 to Grade 8. Our findings regarding suffix types were mixed. While written forms of adjectives were identified more accurately than nominals across all grades, this advantage did not extend to the students’ understanding of the meaning of the suffixes. These results highlight the distinction between the identification of suffixes and the understanding of their meaning. We discuss our results in relation to suffix frequency in children’s reading materials.
Points de vue d’adultes vieillissants ayant une déficience intellectuelle à l’égard de leur participation sociale
Authors: Milot Élise , Couvrette Romane , Marthouret Bertille , Caouette Martin , Beauchamp Julie 
Published: April 2024

RésuméAu cours du vieillissement, les adultes ayant une déficience intellectuelle (DI) vivent de nombreux changements susceptibles d’influencer leurs possibilités d’exercer leurs activités quotidiennes et leurs rôles sociaux. Une bonne connaissance de leurs points de vue sur le sujet apparaît cruciale pour mieux adapter l’offre de services à leurs besoins. Cette recherche a pour but de mieux comprendre les points de vue des personnes ayant une DI à l’égard de leurs possibilités de participation sociale à travers l’avancée en âge. Des entrevues individuelles et un atelier participatif ont été réalisés avec des adultes âgés de 40 à 75 ans dans la ville de Québec. L’analyse de leurs propos a permis d’identifier leurs points de vue relatifs à trois thèmes, soit leurs capacités, les possibilités d’exercer leur participation sociale et les soutiens reçus. Pour conclure, des recommandations sont proposées afin que les pratiques soutiennent réellement leur participation sociale à travers l’avancée en âge.
Impact of right ventriculotomy on cardiac function after pulmonary valve sparing repair of tetralogy of Fallot and double outlet right ventricle with pulmonary stenosis
Authors: Kadeetham Khunthorn , Samankatiwat Piya 
Published: April 2024

AbstractObjectives:Pulmonary valve-sparing repair of tetralogy of Fallot and double outlet right ventricle with pulmonary stenosis has the advantage of reduced incidence of late pulmonary valve regurgitation and better-preserved cardiac function. However, a right ventriculotomy is sometimes necessary in order to adequately relieve subvalvular pulmonary stenosis. We aimed to compare postoperative cardiac function and patients’ symptoms between pulmonary valve-sparing repair with and without right ventriculotomy.Materials and Methods:We retrospectively collected data from electronic medical records of Ramathibodi Hospital from 1st January 2013 to 31st October 2023. Patients diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot and double outlet right ventricle with pulmonary stenosis who underwent pulmonary valve-sparing repair were included. Patients who underwent other types of repairs and whose medical record data were significantly missing were excluded. Demographic data, operative, and postoperative details were collected and reviewed.Results:There were 49 patients included in our study with 10 patients undergoing pulmonary valve-sparing repair with and the other 39 without right ventriculotomy. Before-discharge echocardiographic parameters were generally similar between both groups (tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion = 0.9 versus 0.89 cm, P = 0.737; pressure gradient across pulmonary valve across pulmonary valve = 24 versus 19 mmHg, P = 0.275; left ventricular end-systolic volume index = 17.84 versus 19.19 ml/m2, P = 0.437; left ventricular end-diastolic volume index = 63.79 versus 61.13 ml/m2, P = 0.436). Patients’ symptoms were also not statistically different. There was no early and late death up to the end date of our study.Conclusions:Right ventriculotomy in pulmonary valve-sparing repair did not result in worse postoperative cardiac function and symptoms. This suggested that the previously thought-to-be hazardous incision could be strongly considered if mandated.
Transcatheter patent ductus arteriosus closure in premature infants requiring high-frequency ventilation
Authors: Dalby Stephen T. , Courtney Sherry E. , Sharma Megha , Angtuaco Michael J. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractTranscatheter closure has become a common treatment method for patent ductus arteriosus in premature infants at many centres; however, many remain uncertain about the ability to perform the procedure in the catheterisation laboratory for infants requiring high-frequency ventilation. This study presents our centre’s experience following the implementation of neonatal ventilatory guidelines, which resulted in 100% procedural success without any procedural or respiratory adverse events.
The Political Geography of the January 6 Insurrectionists
Authors: Pape Robert A. , Larson Kyle D. , Ruby Keven G. 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACTWhat are the local political, economic, and social conditions of the communities that sent insurrectionists to the US Capitol in support of Donald Trump? Using a new dataset of the home counties of individuals charged for the Capitol insurrection, we tested two prominent theories of electoral populism and support for populist leaders like Donald Trump—demographic change and manufacturing decline—and whether they also explain violent populism. We also examined the effects of local political conditions. We find that white population decline is a stronger predictor of violent populism and that counties that voted for Trump were less likely to fight for Trump. The effect of white population decline is even greater in counties whose US House Representative rejected the 2020 election results. These findings suggest scholars should resist assuming violent populism is merely an extension of electoral populism, and solutions to one will not necessarily remedy the other.
Mediterranean diet for cardiovascular disease: an evidence mapping study
Authors: Cai Zi-ling , Wang Liao-yao , Zhang Bing-yue , Zhu Ai-song 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Objective:
This study aimed to evaluate the methodological quality of existing meta-analyses (MA) and the quality of evidence for outcome indicators to provide an updated overview of the evidence concerning the therapeutic efficacy of the Mediterranean diet (MD) for various types of CVD.

Design:
We conducted comprehensive searches of PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Embase databases. The quality of the MA was assessed using the A Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews 2 (AMSTAR 2) checklist, while the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) evidence evaluation system was employed to evaluate the quality of evidence for significant outcomes.

Setting:
The CVD remains a significant contributor to global mortality. Multiple MA have consistently demonstrated the efficacy of medical interventions in managing CVD. However, due to variations in the scope, quality and outcomes of these reviews, definitive conclusions are yet to be established.

Participants:
This study included five randomized trials and twelve non-randomized studies, with a combined participant population of 716 318.

Results:
The AMSTAR 2 checklist revealed that 54·55 % of the studies demonstrated high quality, while 9·09 % exhibited low quality, and 36·36 % were deemed critically low quality. Additionally, there was moderate evidence supporting a positive correlation between MD and CHD/acute myocardial infarction, stroke, heart failure, cardiovascular events, coronary events and major adverse cardiovascular events.

Conclusions:
This study indicates that although recognizing the potential efficacy of MD in managing CVD, the quality of the methodology and the evidence for the outcome indicators remain unsatisfactory.
2D leaky-wave antenna with controlled direction of radiation in the azimuthal plane
Authors: Machac Jan , Svanda Milan , Kabourek Vaclav 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis paper presents a two-dimensional (2D) metasurface antenna array composed of mushroom cells coupled by thin slots in the top metallization. The antenna is fed through power dividers designed in substrate-integrated waveguide technology. The antenna structure is therefore designed in a fully up-to-date integrated version. The array shows beam steering in the azimuthal plane controlled by signal amplitudes fed into particular ports at the edges of the matrix. The main advantage of this antenna is no need to use phase shifters applied in standard 2D antenna arrays. Two antenna versions have been designed, fabricated, and experimentally tested. The beam can be steered within 360° (90°) in azimuth. The steering of the beam in elevation from backward to forward directions within 40° is done by changing frequency from 21 up to 23.8 GHz. This interval is reduced to 30° by exciting the antenna simultaneously at two adjacent ports at the same amplitude.
Reconceptualizing Norm Conflict in International Law
Authors: YIP Ka Lok 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis article reconceptualizes norm conflict in international law by uncovering the experiential dimension of its definition and the intentional dimension of its resolution that has been missing from traditional accounts. The article locates the basis of recognizing norm conflict in the experienced sense of incompatibility between norms in view of their contexts rather than in the predesignated constellation of norms with contrary or contradictory functions according to their texts. Concomitantly, it argues that the justification for using certain legal techniques to resolve norm conflicts lies in the intended relationship deducible only between those norms that share the same regulatory purpose rather than between norms merely applying to the same factual situation. This reconceptualization generates a new typology of norm conflicts in light of the norms’ end goals and the means they provide to achieve them: “Ends Conflict”, “Means Conflict”, and “Unexperienced Conflict”, and suggests apposite ways to tackle them.
Rock Anisotropy Promotes Hydraulic Fracture Containment at Depth
Authors: Lu Guanyi , Momeni Seyyedmaalek , Peruzzo Carlo , Moukhtari Fatima‐Ezzahra , Lecampion Brice 
Published: April 2024

AbstractWe report laboratory experiments and numerical simulations demonstrating that the anisotropic characteristics of rocks play a major role in the elongation of hydraulic fractures (HFs) propagating in a plane perpendicular to the rocks' inherent layering (the bedding planes in sedimentary rocks and foliation planes in metamorphic rocks). Transverse anisotropy leads to larger HF extension in the parallel‐to‐layers/divider direction compared to the perpendicular‐to‐layers/arrester direction. This directly promotes vertical containment of HFs in most sedimentary basins worldwide even in the absence of any favorable in‐situ stress contrasts or other material heterogeneities. More importantly, the ratio of the energy dissipated in fluid viscous flow in the fracture to the energy dissipated in the creation of new surfaces is found to play a critical role on fracture elongation, with fracture‐energy dominated HFs being the most elongated while the viscous dominated ones remain more circular. These results open the door to a better engineering and control of HFs containment at depth in view of the competition between material anisotropy (both elastic stiffnesses and fracture toughness anisotropy) and injection parameters (fluid viscosity and rate of injection).
Systematic review of rodent studies of deep brain stimulation for the treatment of neurological, developmental and neuropsychiatric disorders
Authors: Zhang Kristina K. , Matin Rafi , Gorodetsky Carolina , Ibrahim George M. , Gouveia Flavia Venetucci 
Published: April 2024

AbstractDeep brain stimulation (DBS) modulates local and widespread connectivity in dysfunctional networks. Positive results are observed in several patient populations; however, the precise mechanisms underlying treatment remain unknown. Translational DBS studies aim to answer these questions and provide knowledge for advancing the field. Here, we systematically review the literature on DBS studies involving models of neurological, developmental and neuropsychiatric disorders to provide a synthesis of the current scientific landscape surrounding this topic. A systematic analysis of the literature was performed following PRISMA guidelines. 407 original articles were included. Data extraction focused on study characteristics, including stimulation protocol, behavioural outcomes, and mechanisms of action. The number of articles published increased over the years, including 16 rat models and 13 mouse models of transgenic or healthy animals exposed to external factors to induce symptoms. Most studies targeted telencephalic structures with varying stimulation settings. Positive behavioural outcomes were reported in 85.8% of the included studies. In models of psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders, DBS-induced effects were associated with changes in monoamines and neuronal activity along the mesocorticolimbic circuit. For movement disorders, DBS improves symptoms via modulation of the striatal dopaminergic system. In dementia and epilepsy models, changes to cellular and molecular aspects of the hippocampus were shown to underlie symptom improvement. Despite limitations in translating findings from preclinical to clinical settings, rodent studies have contributed substantially to our current knowledge of the pathophysiology of disease and DBS mechanisms. Direct inhibition/excitation of neural activity, whereby DBS modulates pathological oscillatory activity within brain networks, is among the major theories of its mechanism. However, there remain fundamental questions on mechanisms, optimal targets and parameters that need to be better understood to improve this therapy and provide more individualized treatment according to the patient’s predominant symptoms.