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Curators of Global Buddhism: A Critical Genealogy and Decolonial Reading of Contemporary Curatorial Practices in Buddhist Studies
Authors: Eaghll Tenzan 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
This article offers the first critical genealogy of scholarship on the category of “global Buddhism” and its related literature. The category was first theorized around the turn of the millennium and has since been used in multiple publications, yet in all this scholarship, there is no clear definition, classification, or critical evaluation of the term. This article, therefore, details the different histories, taxonomies, and examples associated with global Buddhism, the relationship between power and knowledge in such representations, and clarifies what, if anything, any of this has to do with the category of “religion,” a question whose critical dimensions have been ignored by scholars on the topic thus far. Since the category rose to prominence alongside a series of others like “Buddhist Modernism,” “postmodern Buddhism,” and “global religion,” the article also draws attention to the curatorial practices that inform the academic study of Buddhism and religion and critiques the remnants of colonialism, orientalism, and universalism still operative in late capitalist scholarship. Theoretically, the article is informed by critical theory from the study of religion and Decolonial thought. Overall, it suggests deep ties between global Buddhism and what Anibal Quijano calls the coloniality of power but also suggests critical ways to employ the category going forward.
State-Civil Society Relations
Authors: Powell Rhian , Muddiman Esther 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
This paper explores the international comparative potential of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (crc) monitoring process. Interest in such comparisons has increased in recent years; however, several factors limit the efficacy of using crc reporting documents for cross-national comparisons. Focussing on the role of civil society organisations (cso s) in the crc reporting process, we examine how state reliance on cso s to perform vital functions of the crc might influence developments in children’s rights and how these developments get monitored and recorded. Drawing on Social Origins theory, we illustrate how different state-civil society relationships can lead to heterogeneous and uneven provision of, and reporting on, children’s rights issues, interventions and developments. Our evaluation leads us to problematise the use of the crc Concluding Observations to compare the performance of States Parties on their duty to protect the rights of the child.
The UN Regional Commissions as Orchestrators for the Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: van Driel Melanie , Biermann Frank , Kim Rakhyun E. , Vijge Marjanneke J. 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
In 2015, the United Nations agreed on seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDG s). These SDG s are not legally binding and lack strict enforcement mechanisms. International organizations that seek to implement these goals therefore rely on soft tools to influence governments and other actors, which is often described as “orchestration.” This article focuses on regional governance and studies the yet unexplored role of the five UN Regional Commissions. These commissions seek to link the global ambitions of the SDG s with regional actors, contexts, and priorities. Drawing on extensive document analysis and a series of semistructured expert interviews, the article analyzes the orchestration efforts of all five Regional Commissions, focusing on agenda setting, coordination, and support. It concludes that instead of a unified orchestrating role, Regional Commissions play in practice a balancing role for agenda setting, a sharing role when it comes to coordination, and a conforming role in terms of support.
Better, welfare friendly ways to grow broilers more efficiently, economically and sustainably using precision, controlled feeding systems: a review
Authors: Filmer D. 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
New systems have been developed over the last three decades, which differ from conventional broiler feeding systems in two ways: (1) the composition of the feed varies daily by blending standard broiler feeds with whole wheat at each chicken house, and (2) the normal 24-h day is divided equally into typically four mini days, each with a light period and a dark period (totalling 6 h), enabling all birds to fill their crops multiple times within each 24 h period. The new systems were evaluated in three phases. In Phase 1 in the1980s, collaboration with an English university made it possible to feed broilers a different diet each day under commercial conditions. In Phase 2, in 1998, work at the Silsoe Research Institute, Bedford UK, developed a control system enabling broilers to be grown along predetermined growth curves. In the 2010s, Phase 3 achieved these growth curves by varying the frequency of meal-time feeding. Following each phase, field trials in the UK showed that the new system decreased mortality by over 20%, increased live weight per bird by 55 g and improved feed conversion efficiency by 0.053. Under controlled conditions these new systems were compared with the conventional system of feeding broilers ad libitum, initially in the UK on commercial farms, and proved superior to conventional systems in terms of standard quantitative performance parameters, leading to better quality litter, cleaner birds, and lower incidence of lameness and metabolic disorders including ascites and the sudden death syndrome. Similar benefits were confirmed from the Phase 3 system with broiler integrators in Australia, South Africa, China, Japan and in several countries in America and Europe.
Disparities in Olfactory Dysfunction in African Americans
Authors: Choi Nicholas J. , Sykes Kevin J. , Villwock Mark , Villwock Jennifer 
Published: January 2024

Objectives: To examine olfactory performance in African Americans (AA) and Whites by comparing individual scent scores on objective olfactory tests to assess potential racial-ethnic differences of scent detection. Methods: Cross-sectional study of healthy participants, age 18+ years, and without sinonasal inflammatory disease from June 2021 to April 2022. Included participants self-identified as AA or White. Patients were recruited from outpatient clinics at University of Kansas Medical Center, and the local community. Two smelling tests were employed: Affordable Rapid Olfactory Measurement Array (AROMA) and Sniffin’ Sticks (SST-12). Sino-Nasal Outcome Test (SNOT-22) was used for self-reported olfactory function . Pearson correlation and chi-square tests were used to detect statistical significance. Results: Our sample included 102 (46 AA and 56 Whites) participants. AROMA and SST-12 scores were significantly correlated in AA ( P < .01, Pearson’s Rho = .642) and Whites ( P < .05, Pearson’s Rho = .297). Mean scores on AROMA were significantly lower for AAs: 64.2 and Whites: 75.5 ( P < .01). On AROMA, AA less accurately identified the scents of Licorice, Orange, Lavender, Cinnamon, Clove, and Rosemary ( P < .05). Similarly, SST-12 mean scores for AAs: 84.2 were also lower than Whites: 89.9 ( P < .01). On SST-12, AA less accurately identified the scent of pineapple Based on SST-12 scoring criteria, 60.9% of AA and 30.4% of Whites were classified as hyposmic ( P < .05). SNOT-22 Smell scores were equivalent for both groups. Conclusion: On both tests of olfaction, AA performed worse than Whites and a greater proportion of AA were considered hyposmic compared to Whites. This is a discrepancy with self-reported olfaction, which showed no difference between Whites and AA. AA performed significantly worse than their White counterparts on several scents, with possible implications regarding cultural appropriateness of scents used in olfactory testing.
Temporal inverted internal limiting membrane flap technique for myopic macular hole retinal detachment reconstruction
Authors: Teng Yan , Zhang Xiaoyu 
Published: January 2024

Objective To examine the effects of the temporal inverted internal limiting membrane (ILM) flap technique for foveal reconstruction in patients with highly myopic macular hole-associated retinal detachment (MHRD). Methods A retrospective case series analysis of four patients (four eyes) with MHRD was conducted. The foveal optical coherence tomography changes following treatment using the temporal inverted ILM flap technique were evaluated. Results In Patient 1, the ILM bridged the macular hole and residual subretinal fluid on postoperative day 6, and complete retinal reattachment was achieved at 19 months. Patient 2 exhibited reduced retinal detachment, with visible ILM inversion and macular hole closure after 14 days. In Patient 3, macular hole closure and fovea formation had occurred by day 25, and the ILM flap was visible. At 2 months, the outer collagenous layer connection in the central fovea and recovery of the external limiting membrane and ellipsoid zone were observed. Patient 4 had a “white hole” MHRD, with macular hole closure achieved on postoperative day 20, albeit with a suboptimal foveal shape. Conclusion The temporal inverted ILM flap technique in conjunction with vitrectomy facilitates foveal reconstruction in patients with successful treatment of MHRD, and this reconstruction process can be observed by optical coherence tomography.
Long-term Impacts of Civic Engagement during Emerging Adulthood: A Nationally-representative Study
Authors: Thompson Martie P. , Hudson-Flege Matthew , Hancock Kayla 
Published: January 2024

Purpose We examined if civic engagement during emerging adulthood positively impacted a broad array of outcomes in middle adulthood, and if associations varied based on race, gender, age, and urban-rural status. Design Prospective design used to determine if civic engagement during emerging adulthood (M age = 21.81) predicted outcomes 15 years later. Setting Restricted data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health. Subjects Wave 1 participants who completed surveys 7 years (77% follow-up rate), 14 years (80% follow-up rate), and 22 years later (follow-up rate 72%) and who had valid sampling weight to ensure national representativeness (n = 9349). Measures Predictor - civic engagement; Outcomes-mental health, substance use, criminal behaviors, and healthy behavior. Analysis Linear regression using MPLUS 7.2. Results Civic engagement predicted lower levels of depressive symptoms ( b = −1.05, SE = .28), criminal behaviors ( b = −.47, SE = .12), and substance use ( b = −.66, SE = .13), and higher levels of healthy behaviors ( b = 1.26, SE = .19), after controlling for demographics, family, peer, neighborhood, and school-related background variables. Moderation analyses revealed that civic engagement benefited females and white participants more. Conclusion Civic engagement during emerging adulthood has a positive impact on a broad array of outcomes in middle adulthood. Implications and future research recommendations will be discussed.
Pirtobrutinib: A New and Distinctive Treatment Option for B-Cell Malignancies
Authors: Schultze Madeline D. , Reeves David J. 
Published: January 2024

Objective: The objective was to evaluate the efficacy/safety of pirtobrutinib in the treatment of B-cell malignancies and distinguish it from other available Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors. Data sources: A literature search of PubMed (January 2021 through November 2023) and Clinicaltrials.gov was conducted using terms pirtobrutinib, Jaypirca, and LOXO 305. Licensing trials of available BTK inhibitors were also reviewed. Study selection and data extraction: Relevant English-language clinical trials were evaluated. Data synthesis: Pirtobrutinib was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of relapsed/refractory mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) based largely on a phase 1/2 study in B-cell malignancies. Pirtobrutinib demonstrated a 73% overall response rate (ORR) in the CLL population and 58% in MCL. Pirtobrutinib has activity in patients resistant to earlier-generation, covalent BTK inhibitors. In fact, the ORRs were similar in BTK-pretreated and naïve patients. Adverse effects include fatigue, diarrhea, bleeding, and infection. Atrial fibrillation, a class effect of BTK inhibitors, may be less common with pirtobrutinib. Relevance to patient care and clinical practice in comparison with existing drugs: Compared with earlier-generation BTK inhibitors, pirtobrutinib is more selective for BTK and binds noncovalently to the receptor. Ongoing studies are evaluating pirtobrutinib’s use in multiple B-cell malignancies and comparing it with other BTK inhibitors. Conclusion: The characteristics of pirtobrutinib render it useful in the treatment of B-cell malignancies no longer responding to a previous BTK inhibitor, and results from ongoing clinical trials may support future expanded use.
FIL SSF intraocular lens opacification after gas tamponade: A case series
Authors: Sejournet L. , Elbany S. , Serrar Y. , Loria O. , Bontemps J. , Mathis T. , Burillon C. , Kodjikian L. 
Published: January 2024

Purpose To report three cases of postoperative opacification of sutureless scleral-fixed hydrophilic intraocular lens (FIL SSF IOL, Soleko, Italy) after gas tamponade. Two cases occurred after pars plana vitrectomy and one case after Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty. Case report Two diabetic patients underwent a FIL SSF IOL implantation after posterior capsular rupture during cataract surgery. Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) was observed in one patient during the initial surgery. A second patient developed a RRD five months after surgery. Both RRDs were treated with pars plana vitrectomy and perfluoroethane (C2F6) gas tamponade. A few days after the surgery, C2F6 was observed in the anterior chamber of both patients. Two months after gas tamponade, opacification of the anterior surface of the IOL was observed. The third patient was a 74-year-old woman, who underwent a combined Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty (DMEK) and FIL SSF IOL implantation. Two rebubblings with sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) retreatments were required due to corneal graft detachment. One month later, an opacification of the anterior surface of the IOL was observed. Explantation with implantation of iris-claw IOL was decided, which resulted in an improvement of BVCA. Analysis of the IOL showed a positive Von Kossa staining, indicating calcification of the IOL. We performed a review of all the cases of FIL SSF IOL implantation in our centers. The overall rate of FIL SSF IOL opacification was 2.1% (3/140). Amongst patients treated with gas tamponade, the rate of opacification was 27.3% (3/11). Although FIL SSF IOL implantation appears to be an effective option for the treatment of aphakia, caution should be exercised regarding the risk of opacification following gas tamponade, especially since these patients are at risk of retinal detachment.
Supercharging of the ulnar nerve: clinical and neurophysiological assessment at 2 years for nine proximal injuries
Authors: Thorkildsen Rasmus Dehli , Kleggetveit Inge Petter , Thu Frode , Madsen Lise Maurstad , Bolstad Bjørg Johanna , Røkkum Magne 
Published: January 2024

The aim of this study was to use detailed clinical and neurophysiological examinations to strengthen outcome assessment after supercharged end-to-side nerve transfer for ulnar nerve injury. The transfer was performed in nine adult patients with complete ulnar nerve injuries at or proximal to the elbow who also underwent primary nerve repair ( n = 7) or grafting ( n = 2) either concomitantly or within the previous 18 months. Patients were examined pre- and postoperatively with follow-ups at 9, 12 and 24 months, including detailed neurophysiological assessments. Motor recovery in the long flexors was seen at 9 months, but intrinsic function was first apparent from 12 months. Sensory recovery was also observed consistent with proximal reinnervation. Neurophysiological signs of function via the supercharged end-to-side nerve transfer were only seen for one patient. We conclude that the place for this technique in clinical practice still seems to be uncertain. Level of evidence: II
Prostate cancer management in Southeast Asian countries: a survey of clinical practice patterns
Authors: Chiong Edmund , Saad Marniza , Hamid Agus Rizal A.H. , Ong-Cornel Annielyn Beryl , Lojanapiwat Bannakij , Pripatnanont Choosak , Serrano Dennis , Songco Jaime , Sin Loh Chit , Hakim Lukman , Chua Melvin Lee Kiang , Nguyen Nguyen Phuc , Phuong Pham Cam , Patnaik Ravi Sekhar , Umbas Rainy , Kanesvaran Ravindran 
Published: January 2024

Background: Prostate cancer (PC) has a serious public health impact, and its incidence is rising due to the aging population. There is limited evidence and consensus to guide the management of PC in Southeast Asia (SEA). We present real-world data on clinical practice patterns in SEA for advanced PC care. Method: A paper-based survey was used to identify clinical practice patterns and obtain consensus among the panelists. The survey included the demographics of the panelists, the use of clinical guidelines, and clinical practice patterns in the management of advanced PC in SEA. Results: Most panelists (81%) voted prostate-specific antigen (PSA) as the most effective test for early PC diagnosis and risk stratification. Nearly 44% of panelists agreed that prostate-specific membrane antigen positron emission tomography-computed tomography imaging for PC diagnostic and staging information aids local and systemic therapy decisions. The majority of the panel preferred abiraterone acetate (67%) or docetaxel (44%) as first-line therapy for symptomatic mCRPC patients. Abiraterone acetate (50%) is preferred over docetaxel as a first-line treatment in metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer patients with high-volume disease. However, the panel did not support the use of abiraterone acetate in non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC) patients. Apalutamide (75%) is the preferred treatment option for patients with nmCRPC. The cost and availability of modern treatments and technologies are important factors influencing therapeutic decisions. All panelists supported the use of generic versions of approved therapies. Conclusion: The survey results reflect real-world management of advanced PC in a SEA country. These findings could be used to guide local clinical practices and highlight the financial challenges of modern healthcare.
Diagnostic value of [99mTc]Tc-PSMA-I&S-SPECT/CT for the primary staging and restaging of prostate cancer
Authors: Farkas István , Sipka Gábor , Bakos Annamária , Maráz Anikó , Bajory Zoltán , Mikó Zsófia , Czékus Tamás , Urbán Szabolcs , Varga Linda , Pávics László , Besenyi Zsuzsanna 
Published: January 2024

Background: A large number of studies have proved that prostate-specific membrane antigen-positron emission tomography/computer tomography (PSMA-PET/CT) provides excellent accuracy in primary staging and restaging of prostate cancer. Less data exist with PSMA-single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)/CT investigations. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of [99mTc]Tc-PSMA-I&S (for imaging and surgery) in prostate cancer. Design and methods: We retrospectively analysed PSMA-SPECT/CT scans of 20 healthy volunteers and 100 male patients with prostate cancer. All of them had histologically confirmed prostate cancer. In all, 28 patients were examined for primary staging and 72 for biochemical recurrence or progressive disease. Whole body SPECT/CT imaging was carried out 6 h after the intravenous administration of 666 ± 102 MBq [99mTc]Tc-PSMA-I&S. Images were evaluated visually and semi-quantitatively. Results: Patient-based sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value and accuracy for primary prostate cancer were 86%, 100%, 100%, 83% and 92%, respectively. For detecting metastases in primary staging, these values were 88%, 100%, 100%, 85% and 93%, respectively. The radiopharmaceutical uptake of primary prostate cancer was significantly higher than in normal prostate. The patient-based sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value and accuracy of the method in the visualization of local recurrence were 67%, 100%, 100%, 86% and 89%, and for detecting metastases in restaging were 91%, 92%, 98%, 75% and 91%, respectively. In restaging, detection rates were 37% under prostate-specific antigen level of 1 ng/mL, 74% between 1 and 5 ng/mL and 80% >5 ng/mL. Conclusion: [99mTc]Tc-PSMA-I&S-SPECT/CT can be easily integrated into the routine diagnostic practice, and it provides usable data in primary staging and restaging of prostate cancer. Quantitative assessment of PSMA-SPECT/CT has the potential to be used to differentiate between physiological and pathological intraprostatic tracer uptake.
Clinical Outcomes After Arthroscopic Treatment of Extraspinal Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH) Involving the Hip Joint
Authors: Yang Fan , Zhang Zhiyu , Huang Hongjie , Xu Yan , Wang Jianquan , Ju Xiaodong 
Published: January 2024

Objective The hip joint can be affected by extraspinal diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH). This study aimed to compare the clinical characteristics of hips with DISH to those with mixed-type femoroacetabular impingement symptoms (FAIS). In addition, patient-reported outcome (PRO) scores were reported among patients with DISH involving the hip joint who underwent arthroscopic treatment. Methods A retrospective analysis was performed using data from patients who underwent hip arthroscopy between 2017 and 2021. Patients who had a preoperative diagnosis of extraspinal DISH of the hip joint and postoperative Hip Outcome Score–Activities of Daily Living (HOS-ADL), Hip Outcome Score–Sports Subscale (HOS-SSS), International Hip Outcome Tool 12-component form (iHOT-12), modified Harris Hip Score (mHHS) and visual analog scale (VAS) for pain scores were enrolled in the study. The patients’ characteristics were compared with those of a control group (1:2) consisting of mixed-type patients with FAIS. The control group was matched in terms of age, sex, body mass index (BMI), and symptom duration. Results Eleven hips (0.87%) with extraspinal DISH (study group) were matched to 22 FAIS hips (control group). All the patients were male. The mean age of patients was 42.0 ± 8.0 in the study group. The study group was characterized by a larger preoperative alpha angle (79.1 ± 6.8 vs 64.8 ± 9.7, P < .001), lateral center-edge angle (LCEA) (49.7 ± 6.0 vs 40.7 ± 3.2, P < .001), and postoperative LCEA (36.6 ± 3.0 vs 34.2 ± 2.0, P = .013). In addition, a higher proportion of acetabular (81.8% vs 31.8%, P = .007) and femoral head chondral lesions (45.5% vs 9.1%, P = .016). Cartilage damage has the potential to affect the prognosis of arthroscopic treatment. Nevertheless, at the final follow-up, patients with DISH experienced a significant increase in range of motion (ROM), notable enhancements in all PROs, and favorable rates of minimal clinically important difference (MCID) for the PROs. Conclusion The occurrence of DISH in the hip joint is considerably infrequent, characterized by hip pain and limited ROM. Despite increased alpha angle and LCEA, and more acetabular and femoral head chondral damage noted at the time hip arthroscopy, patients with DISH observed a significant improvement in ROM, notable enhancements in all PROs, and favorable rates of MCID for the PROs.