bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Auriculothérapie et stress post-traumatique, une étude pilote avec chromothérapie
Authors: Maugendre Stéphane , Godthjaelp Rikke , Andersen Alminde Dina , Andersen Drejer Elbaek Jasper , Kristensen Mejlvang Jeannette 
Published: February 2024

Objectif : Avant de pouvoir entamer un processus de guérison, il est essentiel de reclasser les images traumatiques provenant du syndrome de stress post-traumatique chronique. La chromothérapie auriculaire, basée sur les travaux du Dr ASIS, a déjà été utilisée avec succès [1, 2]. Dans notre étude pilote, nous avons utilisé une couleur bleue spécifique (Kodak F98), préconisée par le Dr Paul Nogier [3]. Nous avons localisé les points d’intérêt en utilisant le signal vasculaire VAS [3, 4]. Méthodologie : Grâce à la méthode du Dr Paul Nogier et à l’utilisation de la stimulation lumineuse colorée (couleur Kodak F98 bleue), trente et un patients ont été traités par auriculothérapie. Le signal vasculaire autonome (VAS) [5] a joué un rôle essentiel dans le processus de détection et de traitement des points. Résultats : Les scores SUDS (Subjective Units of Distress Scale) et VOC (Validity of cognition) montrent une nette amélioration à la suite d’une séance d’auriculothérapie. Dans environ 80 % des cas, l’image traumatique devient inatteignable mentalement et émotionnellement neutre. Conclusion : Une seule séance de chromothérapie auriculaire utilisant la couleur Kodak F98 et le signal VAS (Vascular Autonomic Signal) a montré des résultats prometteurs dans la réduction des symptômes liés à une image traumatique.
Proposition de définition d’un facteur d’autoguérison
Authors: Di Scala Emmanuella 
Published: February 2024

L’objectif de ce travail est de proposer la définition d’un facteur d’autoguérison, en s’appuyant sur l’étude de l’état de l’art actuel mais également sur les réflexions déjà engagées dans le projet Autoguérison. Nous partons donc du principe que les situations ou objets pouvant déclencher un processus de mobilisation des capacités d’autoguérison, seront nommés facteurs d’autoguérison. Les facteurs déclencheurs potentiels favorables sont répertoriés comme étant les facteurs sociaux conduisant à l’épanouissement de l’individu ; les facteurs psychologiques et comportementaux conduisant au bien-être de l’individu ; et l’approche thérapeutique conduisant par l’écoute, l’empathie, à déclencher un effet positif sur la santé du patient (tel que par l’effet placebo). Les situations ou objets pouvant être définis comme des facteurs d’autoguérison semblent possiblement associés à des sentiments et émotions agréables, mobilisant des voies physiologiques communes à celles du système des émotions et à celles des voies de l’effet placebo et des effets psychologiques et comportementaux. Ces facteurs d’autoguérison ont une action positive de régulation homéostatique sur le corps conduisant à une récupération ou à une amélioration de l’état de santé. La définition d’un facteur d’autoguérison nous conduit à distinguer trois autres concepts proches et liés : un facteur d’auto-prévention (concernant un individu sans symptômes ou maladie), un facteur néfaste (ayant une action négative sur le corps) et un facteur de risques (ayant une action négative sur le corps pour un individu sans symptômes ou maladie). Les représentations sociales semblent également intervenir dans l’évaluation émotionnelle agréable ou désagréable d’une situation ou d’un objet, définis comme un facteur d’autoguérison ou comme un facteur néfaste.
Les G7 et les relations économiques russo-occidentales après la guerre froide : coopération ou hostilité ?
Authors: Bonhomme Noël , Bonhomme Noël 
Published: February 2024

Au cours des années 1990, l’intégration de la Russie au G7 symbolise sa transition économique et politique vers le modèle occidental, traduit la mise en place d’un nouvel ordre international et compense l’élargissement de l’OTAN vers l’est. Cette intégration reste cependant partielle, la Russie ne pouvant être traitée comme une grande puissance sur le plan économique. Celle-ci prend progressivement ses distances à partir de 2006, en se tournant vers les grands émergents, jusqu’à assumer la rupture avec ses anciens partenaires. Ce divorce résulte cependant moins d’une position hostile des « Occidentaux » que de la marginalisation économique et financière de la Russie dans la mondialisation.
Factors affecting Virtual Work Arrangements and organizational performance: Assessed within the context of Nepalese organizations
Authors: Ghimire Binod , Dahal Rewan Kumar , Joshi Surendra Prasad , Shrestha Indira 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to examine the factors affecting virtual work arrangements (VWAs) and their impact on organizational performance (OP) within Nepalese organizations.Design/methodology/approach: The study utilized a quantitative research methodology, employing a sample size of 408 individuals engaged in a virtual work environment. It conducted empirical research to examine the impact of communication satisfaction (CS), job satisfaction (JS), support in computer anxiety (CA), and personal empowerment (PE) on OP.Findings: The study's findings revealed that CA had the highest significance level (β = 0.466, p < 0.05) in predicting enhanced OP. Likewise, it was seen that PE had a positive impact (β = 0.385, p < 0.05) on OP, indicating that organizational outcomes often improve when individuals experience a sense of empowerment. Additionally, it was worth noting that there was a statistically insignificant but positive association between CA and OP (β = 0.086, p > 0.05), suggesting that CA does not support enhanced OP. In contrast, JS has a negative and insignificant relationship with OP (β = - 0.097, p > 0.05) at VWAs in Nepal.Research Implications/Value: Such findings contribute to a greater comprehension of the factors influencing OP in Nepalese VWAs. In order to have a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between VWAs and OP, future research must examine additional elements and conduct more in-depth investigations.
Modeling the relationships among the driving factors of food waste in Indonesian city
Authors: Cahyana Atikha Sidhi , Vanany Iwan , Arvitrida Niniet Indah , Gunawan Ivan 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: Food waste in cities has become a pressing issue not only in developed countries but also in developing countries like Indonesia. The main objectives of this study are to (1) identify the relationships among the driving factors of food waste in Indonesian cities by considering the perspective of food industry practitioners and academics and (2) model the relationships among the driving factors of food waste to reduce food waste in Indonesian cities.Design/methodology/approach: The driving factors of food waste were selected from literature reviews and corroborated using in-depth interviews with practitioners and academics. A combination of three methods comprising (1) Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL), (2) Interpretive Structural Modelling (ISM), and Matrice d'Impacts Croisés Multiplication Appliqué un Classement (MICMAC) were used to construct the hierarchical model the relationship among the driving factors of food waste based on their driving power and dependence power.Findings: There are three key players in the food waste chain in urban areas in Indonesia: households, restaurants, supermarkets/markets. Fifteen driver factors on food waste based on the supplier-input-process-output-customer (SIPOC) framework were identified. The relationship among the driving factors of food waste was constructed in a hierarchical structure of food waste in Indonesian cities. With this, strategic action is formulated to reduce food waste.Practical implications: The proposed model of the driving factors of food waste can inform the city government on how to manage food waste. Likewise, the findings can assist Indonesian households, restaurants, and markets/supermarkets in minimizing their food waste. The ISM approach's hierarchical structure allows practitioners to better identify the objectives for reducing food waste in Indonesian cities.Originality/value: Previous studies have not examined and specifically modeled the relationships among the driving factors of food waste in Indonesian cities with three main players, i.e., households, restaurants, and supermarkets or traditional markets.
Dos palcos para as telas. Desideria e a sátira social no cinema chileno dos anos 1940
Authors: Núñez Fabián 
Published: February 2024

Desideria é a personagem mais célebre criada por Ana González, dando voz a uma categoria que recentemente se formava no Chile: as empregadas domésticas. Nosso objetivo é relatar a gênese da personagem e analisar o filme P’al otro lao.
Insulin Infusion Protocols for Blood Glucose Management in Critically Ill Patients: A Scoping Review
Authors: Huang Miao , Yang Ruiqi , Pang Dong , Gan Xiuni 
Published: February 2024

Background
Continuous insulin infusion is a method for maintaining blood glucose stability in critically ill patients with hyperglycemia. Many insulin infusion protocols have been applied in intensive care units. Understanding the content of these protocols can help clinical staff choose the most appropriate and convenient protocol and promote best practices in managing glucose levels in critically ill adult patients.

Objective
To examine the types of insulin infusion therapies performed for blood glucose management in critically ill patients.

Methods
For this scoping review, 3 Chinese-language and 8 English-language databases were searched for articles published from May 25, 2016, to October 25, 2022.

Results
Twenty-one articles met the inclusion criteria. Twenty-one insulin infusion protocols were examined. Most of the insulin infusion protocols were paper protocols. Fourteen glucose management indicators were included in the 21 protocols. The glucose target range for all 21 protocols ranged from 70 to 180 mg/dL (3.9-10.0 mmol/L). Nurses were primarily responsible for protocol implementation in most protocol development processes. The roles of nurses differed in nurse-led insulin infusion protocols and non–nurse-led insulin infusion protocols.

Discussion
This scoping review indicates an urgent need for more comprehensive glycemic control guidelines for patients receiving critical care. Because insulin infusion protocols are core aspects of blood glucose management guidelines, different population subgroups should also be considered.

Conclusions
Nurse-led guidelines must be based on the best available evidence and should include other variables related to glucose management (eg, patient disease type, medication, and nutrition) in addition to insulin infusion.
The Association between CYP2C19 Genetic Polymorphism and Prognosis in Patients Receiving Endovascular Therapy
Authors: Li Wei , Yang Xun , Chen Jing , Zhu Jian-Wei , Zeng Ling-Huan , Long Hai-Hong , Chen Zhi , Tang Jun , Lan Xiao-Fang 
Published: February 2024

Background:
Potentially substantial impacts on the prognosis have been observed in individuals undergoing endovascular treatment due to cytochrome P450 2c19 (CYP2C19) polymorphism. In an attempt to improve prognosis and lower the recurrence rate, this study investigated the CYP2C19 polymorphism in acute ischemic stroke patients.

Materials and Methods:
A retrospective analysis was performed on 292 patients with cerebral infarction who had acute endovascular recanalization at the Department of Neurology of Chongqing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine between May 2017 and 2019. The patients were categorized into rapid-, medium-, and slow-metabolism groups based on CYP2C19 gene polymorphism, and their prognosis was monitored. In addition, the prognosis of 188 patients selectively receiving carotid artery stenting at a selected time was also observed.

Results:
Among the 292 cerebral infarction cases receiving acute endovascular recanalization, the patients in the CYP2C19 rapid-metabolism group regularly took clopidogrel and aspirin combined with antiplatelet therapy and suffered from reoccurrence of apoplexy and cerebral hemorrhage; the 90-day good prognosis had a statistical difference (P < 0.05, prognostic assessment includes hospitalization and 6 months after discharge) and the other adverse events had no statistical difference (including mortality). The 188 patients selectively receiving carotid artery stenting had a recurrence of apoplexy, cerebral hemorrhage, and restenosis rate with a statistical difference (P < 0.05), and the other adverse events had no statistical difference.

Conclusions:
In conclusion, the findings of the current study indicate that irrespective of whether patients are undergoing selective carotid artery stenting or acute endovascular recanalization, those with rapid CYP2C19 metabolism have a significantly lower likelihood of experiencing adverse prognostic events compared to those with intermediate and slow metabolism. Furthermore, this group also has a more favorable prognosis than the other two groups.
Antimicrobial evaluation of composite films based on polyvinyl alcohol/triazolopyrimidenes/selenium nanoparticles
Authors: Abdelhamid Ahmed E. , Khattab Reham R. , Swelam Samira A. , Soliman Abdelmohsen M. , Abd El-Moez Sherein I. , Belasy Sherien F. , El-Sayed Ahmed A. 
Published: February 2024

Background
Using ultrasonic waves, a multi-component reaction of aminotriazole, carbonyl compounds and cyanoester derivatives, triazolopyrimidines are created with outstanding yields in a shorter amount of time. Selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) with outstanding biological activity combined with triazolopyrimidine can imply promising materials for different biological applications.

Objective
Synthesis of triazolopyrimidine compounds conjugated with SeNPs and their incorporation into biodegradable polyvinyl alcohol for antimicrobial application were investigated.

Methods
The synthesized triazole derivatives were used in the synthesis of in situ SeNPs. The synthesized triazole derivatives and SeNPs were blended with polyvinyl alcohol (PVa) to prepare composite films. All synthesized compounds were confirmed using FT-IR, 1H-NMR, mass spectroscopy and elemental analysis. The prepared PVa composite films with nanoparticles were tested against Gram-positive (+ ve) and Gram-negative (−ve) bacteria.

Results
The treated PVA with the SeNPs showed high biological efficiency compared with PVA treated with triazole derivatives.
MEN1 syndrome presents as Cushing’s disease with proximal lower limb weakness: A rare phenomenon
Authors: Tyagi Sudheer Kumar , Mediratta Sunit 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
The typical presentation of MEN 1 syndrome in most cases is primary hyperparathyroidism. The manifestation of hypercortisolism due to a functional Pituitary microadenoma in an adult as the first presenting feature in MEN 1 is rare. This report of Cushing’s disease presenting as proximal muscle weakness due to an adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) producing pituitary microadenoma as the initial feature of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 is an unusual occurrence. The patient had presented with proximal muscle weakness of lower limbs along with abdominal striae and uncontrolled diabetes. On hematological and radiological evaluations, she was detected to have a pituitary microadenoma along with a parathyroid adenoma causing increased levels of ACTH, serum (S) cortisol, parathyroid hormone, and S calcium. The patient underwent a transsphenoidal decompression of the pituitary microadenoma using frameless neuronavigation. Within 2 weeks of surgery, the patient achieved normal levels of S cortisol. She is off medication for blood sugar control. At 6 months, follow-up, she is symptom-free.
Ultrasound elastography in neurooncology: Basic principles, applications, and illustrative cases
Authors: Raheja Lakshay , Moiyadi Aliasgar 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Intraoperative ultrasound as an adjunct for brain and spinal cord tumors has seen an uptick in interest over the last few decades owing to real-time imaging, ease of use, and refining of the technology involved. Ultrasound elastography is a relatively newer modality that estimates tissue stiffness, parenchyma–tumor interface, and possibly tissue histology. Paired with B-mode ultrasound, elastography has the potential to guide tumor resection better and intraoperative planning. In this study, we describe the fundamental principles and different types of elastography techniques. We summarize the current use and demonstrate the application of strain elastography in brain tumor resection using a few cases.
Meningioma in pregnancy: A case series
Authors: Rejante Erika Julia D , Opinaldo Paul Vincent A 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Meningiomas are common intracranial neoplasms. In pregnant women, the incidence of intracranial meningioma is comparable with that in nonpregnant women of the same age group, with an incidence of 1–4.5/100,000. These patients usually present with headaches, nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances. This case series presents three cases of meningioma with different manifestations occurring in the second trimester of pregnancy. All were admitted to a tertiary hospital in the Philippines. The cases were managed by a multidisciplinary team, considering the patients’s neurologic manifestation, age of gestation of pregnancy, and tumor complications.
Does metabolic syndrome increase contrast-induced nephropathy in patients with normal renal function?
Authors: Shemirani Hasan , Hosseini Ali 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background:
Contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) is associated with increased mortality and morbidity in patients undergoing coronary angiography (CAG) and percutaneous coronary intervention. This study aimed to compare the incidence of CIN in two groups of patients with and without metabolic syndrome (Mets) with baseline normal renal function.

Materials and Methods:
In this case − control study, 260 patient candidates for CAG, 130 patients with Mets and 130 patients without Mets participated, and their serum creatinine (Cr) level before and the 48 and 72 h after the angiography was measured. The incidence of CIN was compared in two groups. Two-way analysis of variance with repeated measures and univariate and multivariate logistic regression models.

Results:
The results showed a higher chance of being Mets with raising in triglyceride (adjusted odds ratio = 1.05, 95% confidence interval = (1.03–1.06), P < 0.001), Fasting blood glucose (1.010 [1.001–1.019], P = 0.025), and diastolic blood pressure (1.07 [1.07–1.20], P < 0.001), but declining in high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) (0.91 [0.85–0.98], P = 0.008). Furthermore, blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and Cr level was raised in 48 and 72 h after contrast injection in both groups (All P < 0.001). Furthermore, in 48 h (3.11 [1.12–9.93], P = 0.016) and 72 h (2.82 [1.07–8.28], P = 0.021) after injection, a total of 25 patients had an increased Cr level and a significant difference between Mets and without Mets groups. The developing Mets had a significant association with the increased risk of AKI, which increased the chance of developing nephropathy (7.14 [2.27–22.5], P = 0.001).

Conclusion:
Mets, together with other risk factors, increased the overall risk of CIN development. Therefore, the incidence of CIN in patients Mets is significantly higher than that of patients without Mets, indicating a more important CIN risk factor.
Delay of Acceptance of Covid-19 Vaccine Among Health Care Workers in Western Kenya
Authors: Akoth Christine Obinju , Åšciborski Romuald J. , Sadia Moses , Magero Kevin , Akinyi Collins , Ngety George , Ayodo George 
Published: February 2024

Background: Healthcare workers play a key role in the prevention and control of communicable diseases but some studies have reported concerns with their vaccine hesitancy. To address the concerns, there is a need to investigate the time to acceptance to inform programmatic interventions. This study determined the time to acceptance and further investigated the possible reasons for the time to acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine among the 256 healthcare workers in Homa Bay town sub-county, Homa Bay county in western Kenya.
Method: A cross-sectional web-based study was done between August 2022 to October 2022. An online survey was used to collect quantitative data, which was analyzed using SPSS version 23 and Pearson’s Chi-square test. However, the qualitative data was analyzed using thematic.
Results: The uptake level was at 98.8% and 60.9% of HCWs accepted the vaccine within the first six months of rollout, 83.6% accepted it within the first year of vaccine rollout and 1.2% did not accept it after more than one year of rollout. The qualitative results suggest the reason for the slow time to acceptance of the vaccine is side effects and concerns with the safety and effectiveness.
Conclusion: The study shows that the time to acceptance of the vaccine by the HCW remains a public health concern. Consequently, there is a need to explore strategies to improve the time to acceptance of the vaccines given the increasing pandemics. We recommend further studies on time to acceptance with a cost-effective programmatic intervention.
Impact of Referral Guideline Enforcement on Orthopedic and Trauma Admissions at Kenyatta National Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya: A Pre-Post Test Design
Authors: Omondi Maxwell Philip , Kipkemoi Max Korir , Owiti Omolo Jack 
Published: February 2024

Background: The suboptimal utilization of tertiary health facilities and inadequate management of referral systems in low- and middle-income countries pose challenges to health system administration, characterized by frequent self-referrals and bypassing of lower-tier health facilities. On July 1, 2021, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) implemented referral guidelines, mandating that all admitted patients be referred from lower-tier health facilities, aligning with the KNH legal statute of 1987. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of enforcing referral guidelines on the spatial distribution of orthopedic and trauma admissions at KNH.
Methodology: A pre-posttest study design was employed, reviewing a total of 459 and 446 charts in 2021 before and after the enforcement of referral guidelines. Measures of central tendencies and Chi-squared tests were applied, and density plots were generated using Geographic Information System (QGIS 2.18.19) to illustrate the spatial distribution of admissions.
Results: of KNH admissions, 85.3% and 79.3% originated from Nairobi County and its environs. Admissions were geographically diverse, with a notable concentration from Nairobi County and its environs. Enforcement of referral guidelines led to a significant decrease in admissions from Nairobi County, dropping from 64.3% to 56.9% (p=0.019). Declines were particularly observed in Kamukunji, Embakasi, and Ruaraka sub-counties, serving as the catchment population for Mama Lucy Kibaki Referral Hospital. Conversely, admissions from Kibra and most of Kajiado County were notable. There was a concurrent increase in admissions from other parts of the country (p = 0.003).
Conclusion: Over four-fifths of KNH admissions are from Nairobi County and its environs. The enforcement of referral guidelines resulted in decreased local admissions and an uptick in admissions from other regions in the country.