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Application of intelligent diagnosis based on optical medical equipment in adjustment of type 2 diabetes exercise prescription
Authors: Huiying Liu 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
The current exercise prescribing adjustment system has several limitations that limit patient engagement and treatment effectiveness. Therefore, this paper designs a remote operating system based on optical medical equipment to realize the remote operation of exercise prescription adjustment. The system uses advanced optical sensing technology to monitor the patient's physiological parameters in real time, and these data will be transmitted to the medical team's terminal equipment through remote transmission technology to provide timely monitoring and diagnostic support. The medical team can remotely control the optical medical device on the patient through the terminal device to adjust the exercise prescription of diabetic patients. Through real-time communication with the patient, the medical team can flexibly adjust the exercise prescription according to the patient's physiological parameters and needs, so as to achieve better treatment results. The system also supports data storage and analysis, and the medical team can extract valuable information through in-depth analysis of the patient's physiological parameter data to provide scientific basis for individualized treatment plans.
Numerical Dependency Analysis (NDA): A new method for estimating the statistical dependence (not correlation) of two variables
Authors: Zanghaei Abolfazl , Doosti Hassan , Ameri Ali , Naseri Shahrokh 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Dependence and correlation are different statistical concepts. Although there are methods to measure linear or nonlinear correlation between two variables, measuring the statistical dependence between two variables is of great interest. The main contribution of this paper is to present a heuristic algorithmic method to estimate the measure of dependence between two variables. This method first transforms the X-Y scatter plot into functional relation plots. This procedure may have many answers for big data. Then measures the dependence of Y on X by using the new concept of successive triangles. The desirable features of this method are: This method can be applied to both numerical and categorical (nominal) variables. The presented bivariate method is distribution-free, so it can be used for non-Gaussian numerical variables. As an application of this method, it can also be used to measure the correlation. This novel and non-parametric method is validated by both simulated and clinical data. This method has other applications, such as template matching for single-dimensional patterns.
State Evaluation and Tripping Probability Prediction of Large Power Transformer Based on Health Index
Authors: Xu Zhongyang , Zhang Lei , Zhang Ben , Qiao Tianjiao , Liu Guiqing , Su Hongzhi 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Aiming at the problem of overmaintenance and undermaintenance caused by lack of equipment running state, a method of state evaluation and tripping probability prediction of large power transformer based on health index is proposed. The paper constructs a transformer health evaluation system with a four layer deep architecture, uses the extension cloud theory to evaluate the deterioration of state indicators, combines the Analytic Hierarchy Process and Entropy Weight Method to weight the indicators in indicator level, introduces the improved Dezert-Smarandache (DSmT) theory to effectively integrate the evaluation results of each layer, and reconciles the contradictions and conflicts between conclusions. Using the health index to represent the health state of transformers, constructing a tripping probability prediction model with the health index as input, and obtaining the tripping probability of transformers. The research results indicate that the method proposed in this paper can accurately and effectively evaluate the health state of transformers and their functional components, providing information for the management and maintenance strategy of equipment.
Carbon Stock Changes Following Variation in Vegetation Types and Elevation in Jorgo-Wato Natural Forest, West Ethiopia
Authors: Hika Takele Wondimu , Workeneh Sintayehu , Woldeyes Feleke , Daka Yoahhes Shifera 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Forests play an important role in mitigating climate change by sequestering carbon from the atmosphere. Although Ethiopia is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, there are limited forest resources distributed in certain areas of the territory. The moist evergreen Afromontane forests of western Ethiopia are among the forests in Ethiopia that are contributing significantly to climate change mitigation. Jorgo Wato Forest is one of the moist Afromontane forests in western Ethiopia that help mitigate climate change. However, no studies have been conducted on the carbon storage potential of forests. Therefore, this study was conducted to assess carbon storage in different vegetation types and elevational gradients. Forest was classified into three vegetation categories including Tree-grassland (TGL), High-Forest (HF), and Dense Woodland (DWL). The elevational gradient of each vegetation type was divided into three from the bottom to the top of the forest. For each vegetation type, three parallel transect lines were constructed vertically along the elevation gradient. A total of 36 nested quadrats of 20 m x 20 m and 1 m x 1 m subplots were created following the elevation gradient along the transect line to assess tree parameters, soil samples, seedlings, and leaf litter. A total of 108 composite soil samples were collected from two depths (0–15 cm and 15–30 cm) to measure soil organic carbon (SOC). A total of 39 woody species that belong to 35 genera and 30 families were identified in the forest. The mean total carbon densities in Tree Grassland (TGL), High Forest (HF) and Dense Wood Land (DWL) were 405.049 ± 97.98t/ha,544.663 ± 208.06t/ha and 393.308 ± 147.125t/ha respectively. The overall mean stem density/ha were 1087.5. The mean total carbon stock density of Jorgo Wato forest was 447.67 t/ha with equivalent to emission of 1642.95 of CO2 t/ha. The mean carbon pools of the forest were 236.213 t/ha, 63.68 t/ha, 13.979 t/ha, 1.34 t/ha and 132.45t/ha in aboveground carbon, below ground carbon, dead wood carbon, Litter carbon and soil organic carbon (SOC) respectively. Some carbon pools showed significant differences (p < 0.05) between vegetation types and elevation ranges, while others showed no difference. The study results revealed that the forest had a potential of carbon storage, contributing to climate change mitigation. The total carbon storage densities were found to be significantly different among vegetation types and altitude ranges. Therefore, the best way and design to protect forest regarding natural vegetation categories need to be applied to enhance and expand the benefits of ecosystem services, mainly the potential of carbon storage in climate change mitigation.
RETRACTED: Workflow Scheduling in Cloud System: An Optimal Rule-Based Virtual Machine Selection Technique Using MFSSA
Authors: Salehnia Taybeh , Ghaffari Ali , Abualigah Laith 
Published: January 2024

Abstract

The authors have requested the removal of their preprint from Research Square, due to current circumstances that make preprinting challenging at this time. The author's request does not imply errors or misconduct.
Which Labarotory Index is Better for Predicting Survival and Pathological Response in Patients with Breast Cancer Receiving NACT?
Authors: YILDIRIM Sedat , DOGAN Akif , AKDAG Goncagul , YASAR Zeynep YUKSEL , BAL Hamit , KINIKOGLU Oguzcan , OKSUZ Sila , OZKERIM Ugur , TUNBEKICI Salih , YILDIZ Hacer Sahika , ALAN Ozkan , KOKTEN Sermin COBAN , ISIK Deniz , SURMELİ Heves , BASOGLU Tugba , SEVER Ozlem Nuray , ODABAS Hatice , YILDIRIM Mahmut Emre , TURAN Nedim 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Objective: Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) is the standard treatment for locally advanced, high-risk breast cancer. Pathological complete response (pCR) improves survival. Peripheral blood-derived indices reflecting systemic inflammation and nutritional status have long been used as predictive and prognostic markers in solid malignancies. This retrospective study investigates whether eight commonly used indices in patients receiving NACT effect on pCR and survival.
Methods: This study includes 624 patients with locally advanced breast cancer who received NACT. The biomarker indices were calculated from peripheral blood samples taken two weeks before starting chemotherapy. Optimal cut-off values of the indices were determined using ROC Curve analysis.
Results: During a median follow-up period of 42 months, recurrence was detected in 146 patients, and 75 patients died. pCR was observed in 166 patients (26.6%). In univariate analysis, NLR, PLR, SII, PNI, HALP, and HRR were statistically significantly associated (p=0.00; p=0.03; p=0.03; p=0.02; p=0.00; p=0.02 respectively), but in multivariate analysis, only NLR was significantly predictive for pCR(p=0.04). Inn multivariate analysis, the HGB/RDW score significantly predicted DFS(p=0.04). The PNI score was identified as a marker predicting survival for both OS and PFS(p=0.01, p=0.01, respectively).
Conclusion: In conclusion, peripheral blood-derived indices have prognostic and predictive values on pCR and survival. However, further studies are needed to validate our findings.
Smart Library: A Multi-Agent Path Planning Logistics Operation using Reinforcement Learning
Authors: Batista Hiago , Carvalho Kevin , Oliveira Iure Rosa , Brandão Alexandre 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Robotics navigation holds significant importance in the transportation, manufacturing, and exploration sectors. The prioritization of path planning is essential for efficient navigation in environments where multiple robots coexist. In the realm of logistic libraries, characterized by repetitive tasks with a need to mitigate human errors, this study concentrates on achieving feasible and optimal path planning for multiple agents tasked with transporting books within a two-floor building. The proposed algorithm, based on Q-learning, incorporates transfer and curriculum learning, enabling cooperative and decentralized behavior among the agents. Numerical experiments conducted through a software-in-the-loop approach validate the effectiveness of the method. The results indicate a success rate of 94% with 9 agents, accompanied by a 73.36% reduction in task completion steps compared to a scenario with a single agent.This research serves to showcase the algorithm's capability in enhancing navigation and task efficiency in multi-agent logistics settings, particularly within smart library environments.
Fast Absorbing Gut Sutures in Dermatologic Surgery - A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Seger Edward W. , McClure Spencer P , Neill Brett C. , Jibbe Atieh 
Published: January 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Fast gut cutaneous sutures have become more prominent due to their low tissue reactivity, rapid absorption, and elimination of suture removal visits. It is not known how fast gut sutures compare to other closure modalities.
Methods
A comprehensive literature review was conducted to identify randomized controlled trials comparing fast gut sutures to alternative closure methods during dermatologic surgery. Data collected included patient and physician assessed cosmetic outcome as well as standardized complication rates.
Results
Six studies were included in final analysis and reported on 208 patients. Fast gut sutures were associated with lower physician opinions of final scar when compared to polyproline sutures (SMD 0.438; 95% CI: 0.082–0.794). No differences existed between physician opinion of fast gut sutures and cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive (SMD − 0.024; 95% CI: -0.605–0.556). Complications with fast gut suture placement were rare, and included infection, dehiscence, and hematomas. Fast gut sutures were less likely to experience wound dehiscence than tissue adhesive (p = 0.01).
Conclusion
If no contraindications to non-absorbable sutures exist, they may provide superior cosmetic outcomes compared to fast gut sutures. Further research is required to better quantify cosmetic outcomes and optimal use of fast gut sutures.
Fear of Progression and its Associated Factors among Postoperative Patients with Breast Cancer: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Wu Songyu , Niu Yaling , Geng Xiaohan , Kou Changgui , Lv Zheng 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Objective
Fear of progression (FoP) is commonly observed in breast cancer patients. It may exist for a period of time even after cancer survivorship. Our study aims at investigating the distribution and associated factors of FoP based on postoperative patients with breast cancer in Northeast China.
Methods
This is a cross-sectional study. 257 postoperative patients with breast cancer were recruited using convenience sampling method. Fear of Progression Questionnaire-Short Form was used to evaluated the FoP status of participants. Hierarchic multiple linear regression was applied to identify the independent relevant factors. Mediation effect analysis was conducted to explore the potential pathway between attitude towards cancer and FoP. All P values were two-tailed. P < 0.05 was considered to represent statical significance.
Results
The most frequent fear of the participants was “worrying that medications could damage the body”. After adjusting for other factors, the following independent variables were identified to be the associated factors for FoP: age, number of descendants, time after operation, postoperative pain, regular review, personality, anxiety and depression, self-esteem and self-acceptance and attitude towards cancer. Moreover, we have confirmed the mediation role of anxiety and depression in the relationship between FoP and attitude towards disease.
Conclusion
Clinicians should help and guide patients to correctly view the necessity and double-sided of operation and medication treatment. Additional attention should also be paid to patients with pessimistic personality or low psychosocial adaptability.
Improvement of Expansive Soil using Volcanic Ash and Lime Additives in the Southern Parts of Addis Ababa City, Ethiopia
Authors: Lake Wale Sintie 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
The presence of expansive subgrade soil in road construction causes a series of damage events because of its susceptibility to differential settlement, low load bearing capacity, high compressibility, cracking and low strength. In this study, the use of volcanic ash alone (with a concentration ranging from 10%-40%) or as an enhancement to lime (5%) was investigated. To evaluate the effects of these additives on expansive subgrade soil stabilization, laboratory tests, namely, Atterberg’s limits, compaction, the California bearing ratio (CBR), the CBR-swell and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) tests, were conducted on natural and stabilized soils. Chemical tests to characterize the stabilizer, volcanic ash, were also carried out. Laboratory test results revealed that the addition of volcanic ash alone has an insignificant effect on the geotechnical properties of expansive subgrade soil. However, a significant improvement in the index and engineering properties of expansive subgrade soil was observed when the treatment was performed with a combination of lime (5%) and volcanic ash (10–40%). The test results revealed that the liquid limit, plasticity index, OMC, linear shrinkage and CBR swell values decreased, whereas the CBR increased as the percentage of volcanic ash increased from 0–40%. The maximum dry density and unconfined compressive strength increased up to a certain percentage; however, a further increase in volcanic ash content resulted in a decrease in these parameters. This research showed that these two additives can be used together to enhance expansive subgrade soil properties and that the treated soil can meet the minimum requirement of the ERA pavement manual specification for use as a subgrade material in road construction.
La justicia política en Tomás de Aquino y la política de la justicia en John Rawls
Authors: Bahamonde Aguilar Neftalí 
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo aborda el binomio justicia y política desde las perspectivas de Tomás de Aquino y el liberal John Rawls. Si bien corresponden a épocas distintas, es posible establecer un punto de encuentro entre estos pensadores por medio de la justica y su relación al plano de lo político. Ambas temáticas con plena vigencia y materia de divergentes posiciones. Por esto, comprender lo que ambos plantearon al respecto puede entregarnos elementos a la hora de pensar estos dos conceptos como necesarios e imprescindibles en la construcción social.
Por consiguiente, el propósito de este trabajo es poder establecer los aspectos que están presentes en ambos autores y cómo caracterizan la vinculación de justicia y política a partir de algunas de sus obras. Así pues, a partir del análisis de sus posibilidades y alcances, se concluyen los elementos que pueden ayudar hoy en día en la práctica social y en la construcción de la vida en común como ciudadanos.
Filosofía epicúrea y su posible asociación Dentro de la polis griega a nivel cívico y político.
Authors: Canales Luis 
Published: January 2024

En este artículo, buscaremos dar cuenta de cómo la filosofía epicúrea, no busca realmente una separación o desconfianza total hacia el concepto cívico y político en asociación a la polis griega. Así dando cuenta que la vida en la polis no esta realmente limitada o no está totalmente relegada en las bases del hedonismo epicúreo. Y como esta es de ayuda para conceptos base de la filosofía epicúrea como lo son, “ataraxia” y “aponía”. Para esto nos guiaremos a través de una revisión bibliográfica-documental, para confirmar la siguiente pregunta de investigación. ¿existe realmente en el hedonismo epicúreo y esencialmente en su ética una ausencia de las relaciones cívicas y políticas presentes en la polis griega? Guiándonos desde su ética y distintas aristas para llegar a verificar la siguiente hipótesis a tratar, la cual indica. si, existe una conexión entre la vida cívica y política al desarrollarse en pos de la ataraxia y aponía del hedonismo epicúreo
مدى مراعاة مبادىء الحوكمة في تشكيلات هيئة النزاهة في إقليم كوردستان - العراق
Authors: Saeed Dana Abdulkareem , Hama Reshed Salh Tofiq 
Published: January 2024

يتعلق هذا البحث بموضوع تشكيل هيئة النزاهة ومدى مراعاة مبادىء الحوكمة فيه، إذ تعد هذه الهيئة من الهيئات الرقابية الحديثة في إقليم كوردستان أٌستُحدِثت بموجب قانون هيئة النزاهة لإقليم كوردستان – العراق رقم 3 لسنة2011، وهو من الموضوعات المهمة والجديرة بالدراسة نظراً لأهميته العلمية والعملية، وتتمثل أهميته العلمية في عدم وجود دراسة أكاديمية مستقلة حول موضوع بحثنا في إقليم كوردستان، مما نتج عنه جهل بعض من الأفراد وحتى بعض رجال القانون والإدارة بأهمية هذا النظام، اما أهميته العملية تتمثل في دور هذه الهيئة في الوقاية من الفساد ومكافحته، حيث تقوم الهيئة بالمحافظة على الوظيفة العامة من الإتجار بها أو استغلالها أو اساءة استعمالها، وعلى المال العام من إهدارها.
وللإحاطة بموضوع البحث بشكل واف فقد إتبعنا المنهج الوصفي التحليلي بعرض الموضوع بدءاً بتعريف الحوكمة ومبادئها وتعريف هيئة النزاهة وأساسها القانوني وكيفية تشكيلها والشروط التي يجب ان تتوفر في المرشحين لمناصب الهيئة، وكذلك تشكيلاتها الإدارية, مروراً بتحليل هذه الأساسيات وفقاً للنصوص الدستورية والقانونية المتعلقة بها، بهدف إعطاء صورة واضحة عنها، وتقييم مدى مراعاة أساسيات مبادىء الحوكمة فيها، إذ ان إعتماد هذا النظام في تشكيل هيئة النزاهة يضمن إستقلالية الهيئة، ويزيد من كفاءة أداء وفاعلية دورها, مع تحديد أوجه الضعف والخلل في النصوص القانونية ذات الصلة وإقتراح المعالجة المناسبة لتقويمها, وقد إنهينا هذا البحث بالتوصل إلى مجموعة من الإستنتاجات وتقديم أهم التوصيات بهدف أن يستفيد منها الجهات المعنية.
UNLOCKING THE FUTURE OF MATERNAL HEALTH: PLATELET INDICES AS PREDICTORS OF PREECLAMPSIA
Authors: SINGH PRAVEEN , ARNOTE POOJA , THAKUR KAJAL 
Published: January 2024

Objective: Preeclampsia is a dangerous pregnancy condition that puts the health of the mother and fetus at great risk. Early diagnosis and treatment of this illness depend on predictive signs. Because of their correlation with coagulation problems, platelet indices, such as platelet count (PC), platelet distribution width (PDW), mean platelet volume (MPV), and platelet crit (PCT), may be useful as biomarkers for preeclampsia. The purpose of this study is to find out how well platelet indices can predict preeclampsia.
Methods: From Mar 1, 2021, to Feb 28, 2022, the study was carried out at the Kamla Nehru State Hospital for Mother and Child in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. Pregnant women without pre-existing illnesses were removed, and those with normotension who had singleton pregnancies after 20 w of gestation were included. Patients were classified according to the degree and course of preeclampsia, and platelet indices were monitored during pregnancy. To ascertain the significance of fluctuations in the platelet index, statistical tests were conducted and data were analyzed using SPSS-PC-25.
Results: According to the study, patients with preeclampsia (PE) and normotensive individuals had significantly different platelet indices. Compared to people with normotension, PE patients showed higher platelet distribution width (PDW), a lower platelet count, and an elevated mean platelet volume (MPV). Interestingly, MPV increased noticeably in PE before blood pressure rose. In severe PE patients, the platelet count drastically reduced. The potential of MPV and platelet count as predictors of PE was shown by Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. These results demonstrate the importance of platelet indices in the diagnosis of PE and the potential use of these indices as early indicators of this hypertensive condition in pregnancy.
Conclusion: Platelet indices show potential as early indicators for identifying and tracking preeclampsia, especially platelet count, MPV, and PDW. Monitoring platelet indices in addition to blood pressure may help determine the extent and course of the illness, which might lead to better results for both the mother and the fetus. To improve clinical usefulness and improve prediction models, more research in this area is necessary.
A COMPARISON OF INTRAPERITONEAL INSTILLATION OF ROPIVACAINE AND ROPIVACAINE WITH DEXMEDETOMIDINE FOR POSTOPERATIVE ANALGESIA FOLLOWING LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY: A PROSPECTIVE STUDY
Authors: SHARMA PRIYANKA , SAINI PRIYANKA , SHARMA MEGHA , KHANDELWAL MANISH 
Published: January 2024

Objective: laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgeries are having advantages over open cholecystectomy with less pain and quick recovery. Intraperitoneal route of administration of a local anaesthetic is a cheap, easy and non-invasive method of reducing the intensity of post laparoscopic pain. This study compared the postoperative analgesic effect of intraperitoneal instillation of ropivacaine 0.5% and ropivacaine 0.5% with dexmedetomidine (1µg/kg) in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy under general anaesthesia.
Methods: Total 86 patients were divided equally in 2 groups. Patients in group R received 20 ml 0.5% isobaric ropivacaine hydrochloride+5 ml NS where in Group RD, patients received 20 ml 0.5% isobaric ropivacaine hydrochloride with 1µg/kg dexmedetomidine hydrochloride. Solution was diluted with normal saline to make a total volume 25 ml. Hemodynamic parameters were noted during surgery Postoperatively, patient was assessed for pain using the visual analogue scale (VAS) at 30 min, then 2,4,8,12 and 24 h. Total analgesic consumption in the first 24 h also compared.
Results: Baseline demographic profile of study participants were similar. Mean duration of analgesia was significantly higher in group RD (10.05±6.916 h) as compared to group R (5.59±6.8) (p=0.003). Mean dose of rescue analgesia was significantly higher in group R (130.81±61.44) as compared to group RD (75±36.6) (p<0.001). VAS score was significantly higher in group R as compared to group RD at different time intervals.
Conclusion: We concluded that intraperitoneal Ropivacaine with Dexmedetomidine produced postoperative analgesia better than ropivacaine alone.