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Environmental Compatibility of the Suggested New Cities Study Area -Samawah New City
Authors: Alzaidy Shahad Saady , Al-Musawi Nawar O. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The research presented the experience of creating a new sustainable city, and this experience of establishing an Eco-City (Environmentally friendly) is considered the first experience in Iraq. The current study stressed the importance of the need for environmental planning in the early stages of planning new cities based on realism in planning, design and implementation. Subsequently, that aims to preserve the ecosystem, which is difficult to compensate if degraded or polluted. The research incorporated environmental planning indicators within sustainable urban planning (Reliance on generating electric power that is based on clean and renewable energy sources, Availability of public transport services and pedestrian paths, providing green and open areas, approval the principle of mixed use of urban land; reuse of treated wastewater for various urban usages, as well as an interest in solid waste management and recycling residual wastes. Community participation, intensification and compactness within urban areas are evaluating by indicators conducting statistical analysing, and discussing results within methods and strategies of sustainable urban planning and their compatibility for implementation in new cities in Iraq. The main research contribution was to plan a new Eco-City integrated and comprehensive, healthy and liveable city that provides comfort and luxury to residents, taking into account environmental planning. Another contribution is presenting by eliminating informal housing and reducing pressure on social and technical services within the existing Samawah city, especially study area is adjacent to Samawah existing city.
Geospatial Analysis of Emergency Services of The City of Hillah Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Authors: Alyasiri Elaf Amer Majeed , Hamza Ameera Mouhammad Ali , Kadhim Ameen Awad 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This research study analyzed the accessibility of the transportation system of the City of Hillah for reaching emergency hospitals and fire stations to provide safety and health to the injured. Evaluating the distribution of the fire station and hospital through some criteria and variables such as population density, hospital distribution, and fire station distribution by applying the Euclidean Distance (ED) tool that cercal the distance around the target. The result suggested that; increase the number of points of emergency on the main streets, opening streets for the work of civil defense centers in areas with high population density, and building a wide database on organizing the work of fire stations and emergency hospitals by increasing the number of research and studies in this regard. As well as open means of communication between them.
Monitoring the land surface temperature for Al-Ahdab oil field in 2022 using R.S and GIS techniques
Authors: Salih Haya Q. , Khanjer Ebtisam F. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The skin temperature of the earth’s surface is referred to as the Land Surface Temperature (LST). the availability of long-term and high-quality temperature records is important for various uses that affect people’s lives and livelihoods. Much valid information was provided to this research from remote sensing technology by using Landsat 8 (L8) imagery to estimate LST for Al-Ahdab oil field in Wasit city in Iraq. The aim of this research is to analyze LST variations based on Landsat 8 data for 2022 (January, April, July, and October). ArcMap 10.8 was used to estimate LST results. The results values ranged from (about 10 C in January to about 46 C in July). The results show that LST by Landsat 8 data increased significantly during the months of the study Until October when they start to decline, and it was also noted that the areas of drilling sites are the highest temperature in the study area and for all months.
A systematic review of reviews on the psychometric properties of measures of older persons’ ability to build and maintain social relationships
Authors: Julião Pedro Lobo , Fernandes Óscar Brito , Alves Janice P , Amuthavalli Thiyagarajan Jotheeswaran , Mikton Christopher , Diaz Theresa , Pais Sandra 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Background
Within the scope of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) world report on ageing and health and how healthy ageing was conceptualised, the WHO has been working with academia towards producing reviews of the psychometric properties of instruments that measure different domains of functional ability. This study aimed to conduct a review of reviews to examine existing and validated instruments measuring the ability of older persons to build and maintain social relationships and to evaluate the psychometric properties of these instruments.

Methods
We searched for studies published in the English, Spanish and Portuguese languages. No restrictions were placed on the year of publication. The following databases were searched: PubMed, Embase, Psyinfo and Cumulated Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature. Titles and abstracts were screened and selected articles were screened and reviewed independently by two reviewers.

Results
A total of 3,879 records were retrieved, of which 39 records were retrieved for full-text analysis. None of the reviews met the inclusion criteria, thus resulting in an empty review.

Conclusions
Considering the current definition of older persons’ functional ability to build and maintain social relationships, this review did not identify instruments that can measure both constructs simultaneously. We suggest the development of an instrument that simultaneously assesses the ability of older persons to build and maintain relationships.
Measures of perceived mobility ability in community-dwelling older adults: a systematic review of psychometric properties
Authors: Beauchamp Marla , Hao Qiukui , Kuspinar Ayse , Alder Gésine , Makino Keitaro , Nouredanesh Mina , Zhao Yunli , Mikton Christopher , Thiyagarajan Jotheeswaran Amuthavalli , Diaz Theresa , Raina Parminder 
Published: October 2023

AbstractObjectivesThe objective of this systematic review was to synthesise the psychometric properties of measures of perceived mobility ability and related frameworks used to define and operationalise mobility in community-dwelling older adults.MethodsWe registered the review protocol with PROSPERO (CRD42022306689) and included studies that examined the psychometric properties of perceived mobility measures in community-dwelling older adults. Five databases were searched to identify potentially relevant primary studies. We qualitatively summarised psychometric property estimates and related operational frameworks. We conducted risk of bias and overall quality assessments, and meta-analyses when at least three studies were included for a particular outcome. The synthesised results were compared against the Consensus-based Standards for the Selection of Health Measurement Instruments criteria for good measurement properties.ResultsA total of 36 studies and 17 measures were included in the review. The Late-Life Function and Disability Index: function component (LLFDI-FC), lower extremity functional scale (LEFS), Mobility Assessment Tool (MAT)-short form (MAT-SF) or MAT-Walking, and Perceived Driving Abilities (PDA) Scale were identified with three or more eligible studies. Most measures showed sufficient test–retest reliability (moderate or high), while the PDA scale showed insufficient reliability (low). Most measures had sufficient or inconsistent convergent validity (low or moderate) or known-groups validity (low or very low), but their predictive validity and responsiveness were insufficient or inconsistent (low or very low). Few studies used a conceptual model.ConclusionThe LLFDI-FC, LEFS, PDA and MAT-SF/Walking can be used in community-dwelling older adults by considering the summarised psychometric properties. No available comprehensive mobility measure was identified that covered all mobility domains.
A unified framework for the measurement of mobility in older persons
Authors: Beauchamp Marla K , Hao Qiukui , Kuspinar Ayse , Amuthavalli Thiyagarajan Jotheeswaran , Mikton Christopher , Diaz Theresa , Raina Parminder 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Mobility is often referred to as a ‘sixth vital sign’ because of its ability to predict critical health outcomes in later adulthood. In the World Health Organization (WHO) World Report on Aging and Health, mobility is described as movement in all its forms whether powered by the body or a vehicle. As such, mobility encompasses basic physical actions such as getting up from a chair and walking, as well as activities such as exercising, driving and using public transportation. A plethora of measurement tools have been developed to assess various aspects of mobility; however, there is wide variability in the mobility constructs being measured which limits standardisation and meaningful comparison across studies. In this paper, we propose a comprehensive framework for measuring mobility that considers three distinct facets of mobility: perceived mobility ability (‘what can you do’), actual mobility ability (‘what you actually do’) and locomotor capacity for mobility (‘what could you do’). These three facets of mobility are rooted in the three components of healthy aging endorsed by the WHO: functional ability, intrinsic capacity and environments. By proposing a unified framework for measuring mobility based on theory and empirical evidence, we can advance the science of monitoring and managing mobility to ensure functional ability in older age.
Barriers to social inclusion and levels of urbanisation: Does it matter where you live?
Authors: Whelan Adele , Devlin Anne , McGuinness Seamus 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This paper investigates the occurrence and nature of barriers to social inclusion in distinct geographical settings. Utilising a unique administrative dataset from Ireland’s dominant social inclusion programme, this study examines how location impacts the occurrence of these barriersat a small-area level. Ireland’s high growth rates have raised concerns about uneven effects, making it an interesting case study for ‘left behind’ places. The findings reveal that barriers associated with social inclusion, related to economic participation, are more prevalent in ‘independent urban towns’ compared to both more urban and more rural areas, over and above area-level deprivation. This implies that existing policies, which traditionally employs a simplistic urban/rural dichotomy, lacks effective targeting, and would benefit from adopting a more precise spatial perspective.
The association between Peyronie’s disease and depression: a scoping review
Authors: Kraglund Rune , Durukan Emil , Giraldi Annamaria , Fode Mikkel 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Introduction
Peyronie’s disease (PD) can have an immense psychological impact, with depression being a reported possible, severe consequence. To date, no literature reviews have systematically and critically assessed the relationship between PD and depression.

Objectives
The study sought to identify and critically appraise the current literature on the association between PD and depression.

Methods
Studies had to address men with PD or probable PD and assess depression or depressive symptoms. Quantitative and qualitative, peer-reviewed, primary, empirical studies written in English or Danish were included. According to the guidelines for scoping reviews and the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses for Scoping Reviews) guideline, we performed a systematic review of PubMed, PsycINFO, Embase, CINAHL, the Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. Reference lists of included studies were screened for additional sources. Gray literature was searched for in Google Scholar and Bielefeld Academic Search Engine. Data were charted using a data extraction form, and critical appraisal was performed using the QuADS (quality assessment with diverse studies) tool.

Results
Thirteen studies were included. Most studies had a cross-sectional design, and also cohort studies and longitudinal observational studies without a control group were found. Depression was assessed mainly by validated questionnaires or diagnostic codes. Questionnaire studies found a prevalences of moderate to severe depression of 24% to 48%, while studies using diagnostic codes found depression in 4% to 37% of men with PD. The quality of the included studies varied from 38% to 82% of the maximum possible score in the QuADS assessment.

Conclusion
While most studies describe an association between PD and depression, the evidence is not comprehensive. The current literature is especially at risk of selection bias and the influence of confounding factors, and a direct causality between PD and depression cannot be established. Future research calls for more methodically rigorous studies as well as qualitative studies to understand the relationship.
Traumatic acid inhibits ACSL4 associated lipid accumulation in adipocytes to attenuate high‐fat diet‐induced obesity
Authors: Gao Jianfang , Zhang Zhongxiao , Dong Xiaohua , Zhao Jing , Peng Zhou , Zhang Ling , Xu Zhongqing , Xu Liling , Wang Xingyun , Guo Xirong 
Published: October 2023

AbstractObesity is a major health concern that lacks effective intervention strategies. Traumatic acid (TA) is a potent wound‐healing agent in plants, considered an antioxidant food ingredient. This study demonstrated that TA treatment significantly reduced lipid accumulation in human adipocytes and prevented high‐fat diet induced obesity in zebrafish. Transcriptome sequencing revealed TA‐activated fatty acid (FA) degradation and FA metabolism signaling pathways. Moreover, western blotting and quantitative polymerase chain reaction showed that TA inhibited the expression of long‐chain acyl‐CoA synthetase‐4 (ACSL4). Overexpression of ACSL4 resulted in the reversal of TA beneficiary effects, indicating that the attenuated lipid accumulation of TA was regulated by ACSL4 expression. Limited proteolysis‐mass spectrometry and microscale thermophoresis were then used to confirm hexokinase 2 (HK2) as a direct molecular target of TA. Thus, we demonstrated the molecular basis of TA in regulating lipid accumulation and gave the first evidence that TA may function through the HK2‐ACSL4 axis.
Measuring Competency: Improving the validity of your procedural performance assessments
Authors: Andreatta Pamela B. , Renninger Christopher H. , Bowyer Mark W. , Gurney Jennifer M. 
Published: October 2023

Objective:
The objective of the study was to compare the use of ordinal scales and interval scales for capturing surgical competency information for general surgeons performing 3 complex trauma procedures.

Background:
Surgical performance assessment is typically captured using nonparametric data (eg, checklists) that do not support inferential analyses. Interval scales support parametric analyses that are essential for determining competency. We compared assessment outcomes for surgeons performing 3 complex trauma procedures using ordinal and interval scales.

Methods:
All participants were board-certified or eligible general surgeons. Each participant was assessed by an experienced trauma surgeon while performing 3 trauma procedures on cadavers. All assessors completed a rigorous assessment certification process. We calculated descriptive statistics to examine the differences between interval (parametric) and ordinal (nonparametric) outcomes.

Results:
Ordinal scales overestimated competence in up to 100% of the participants and did not identify specific performance gaps. Interval scales provided more granularity and identified specific capability gaps.

Conclusions:
Imprecise instrumentation conveys a false sense of competence and deprives surgeons of opportunities to close capability gaps. Measuring discrete procedural components with interval scales provides a more precise measurement of surgical competency.
Evolution of Treatment Outcomes and Prognostic Factors in Esophageal Cancer Surgery: A Retrospective Analysis of 1500 Consecutive Esophagostomies
Authors: Kimura Yasue , Oki Eiji , Nakanoko Tomonori , Hu Qingjiang , Natsugoe Keita , Nanbara Sho , Nakanishi Ryota , Nakashima Yuichiro , Ota Mitsuhiko , Yoshizumi Tomoharu 
Published: October 2023

Objective:
To clarify the surgical outcomes of esophagectomy in Japan and comprehensively evaluate trends over time. It is important to analyze data from a large number of consecutive patients from a single institution.

Methods:
We evaluated the treatment outcomes, complications, and prognosis of 1500 consecutive patients who underwent esophagectomy during 5 periods: group A (n = 284), 1964–1984; group B (n = 345), 1985–1993; group C (n = 253), 1994–2002; group D (n = 297), 2003–2012; and group E (n = 321), 2013–March 2020.

Results:
The incidences of squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma were 93.8% and 3.3%, respectively. The proportion of adenocarcinoma cases has gradually increased over time. The in-hospital mortality rates for groups A, B, C, D, and E were 12%, 4.6%, 1.2%, 2.9%, and 1.5%, respectively. Group A had a significantly higher mortality rate than the other groups (P < 0.0001). Three-year survival rates were 22.2%, 47.8%, 53.4%, 69.9%, and 72.6% in groups A–E, respectively, 5-year survival rates were 17.2%, 41.3%, 49.2%, 63.9%, and 68.4%, respectively (P < 0.0001, group A vs groups D and E). The prognosis improved over time. Multivariate analysis revealed that depth of invasion, lymph node metastasis, the extent of lymph node resection, curative resection, pulmonary complications, and anastomotic leakage were significant independent prognostic factors. However, for recent surgeries (groups D and E), only the depth of invasion, lymph node metastasis, and curative resection were significant independent prognostic factors.

Conclusions:
Valuable changes in background and prognostic factors occurred over time. These findings will help optimize esophageal cancer management and improve patient outcomes.
Medium-term Results After Femoral Head Resection and Subtrochanteric Valgus Osteotomy in Children and Adolescents With Neuromuscular Disorders
Authors: Marowsky Madeleine , Jungesblut Oliver , Strahl André , Stücker Ralf , Rupprecht Martin 
Published: October 2023

Background:
Various salvage surgical procedures for painful hip dislocation in adolescent patients with cerebral palsy exist. To date, no significant differences among these surgical techniques have been described. In our institution the McHale procedure is the standard of care for painful chronically dislocated hips with or without deformity of the femoral head in patients with cerebral palsy. This study focuses on mid-term results after surgical treatment.

Methods:
Surgical reports and patient charts were analyzed retrospectively. All x-rays were evaluated and migration of the proximal femur and heterotopic ossification according to Brooker were recorded. In addition, we conducted a telephone interview with the caretakers with special reference to pain preoperatively and postoperatively and after implant removal, sitting tolerance, range of motion, mobility, quality of life, and personal hygiene.

Results:
Fifty-two patients (65 hips) with a mean age of 13.5 ± 3.6 years (range: 4 to -20 y) were included. Mean surgery time was 178.4 ± 63.4 minutes (range: 45 to 380 min) and mean follow-up was 45.17 ± 30.6 months (range: 12 to 204 mo). A significant difference between preoperative and postoperative pain levels was found, P<0.001. Personal hygiene (P=0.02) and quality of life (P=0.013) improved significantly. Eighty-five percent of the caregivers would have the surgery performed on their child again and 81% of the caregivers would recommend the surgery to others. The removal of implants leads to a significant improvement in pain (P=0.011). A total of 22 complications in 65 McHale procedures (33.9%) were related to the procedures.

Conclusions:
A significant reduction in pain and a significant improvement of hygiene as well as quality of life can be achieved with the McHale procedure in painful chronically dislocated hips in patients with cerebral palsy. Overall, the procedure is predominantly experienced as helpful by the caregivers and recommended to others. The removal of the implants improves pain significantly, but complications may occur in one third of the patients.

Level of Evidence:
IV.
Kickstand Technique for Treatment of Valgus-Impacted Proximal Humerus Fractures
Authors: Wright Logan , Struk Aimee , Wright Thomas 
Published: October 2023

Purpose:
Describe a new technique using a minimally invasive surgical intervention for the treatment of valgus-impacted proximal humerus fractures. The Kickstand technique is a novel approach that offers reliable fixation and union without the need for additional hardware.

Materials and Methods:
A retrospective case series of 3 patients with valgus-impacted proximal humerus fractures was treated with this Kickstand technique using an intramedullary fibular allograft. Postoperative x-rays and outcomes are presented.

Results:
The Kickstand technique was used to address valgus-impacted fractures in 3 patients. Postoperative range of motion and shoulder outcome scores were reported at 2 years for patients A and B, and at 1 year for patient C (Active range of motion external rotation: 28 degrees; Active range of motion elevation: 140 degrees; Simple Shoulder Test-12: 11; American Shoulder and Elbow Standardized Shoulder Assessment: 78). Postoperative Grashey and lateral x-rays for each patient show union of the valgus-impacted humerus.

Conclusions:
The Kickstand technique using intramedullary fibular allograft is an alternative fixation technique for displaced valgus proximal humerus fracture. It has the advantage of avoiding additional metallic hardware and allowing early motion but requires the use of intramedullary fibular allograft which can interfere with future use of stemmed humeral prosthesis.
Tissue amount and diagnostic yield of a novel franseen EUS-FNB and a standard EUS-FNA needle—A randomized controlled study in solid pancreatic lesions
Authors: Kovacevic Bojan , Toxværd Anders , Klausen Pia , Larsen Michael H. , Grützmeier Simon , Detlefsen Sönke , Karstensen John Gásdal , Brink Lene , Hassan Hazem , Høgdall Estrid , Vilmann Peter 
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACT

Background and Objectives
Several types of needles are available for EUS–guided tissue sampling of pancreatic lesions. Whereas fine-needle aspiration (FNA) needles typically provide cytological samples, fine-needle biopsy (FNB) needles are designed to obtain microcores with preserved tissue architecture. The aim of this study was to compare tissue amount and diagnostic yield between a modified Franseen-type FNB needle (TopGain; Medi-Globe GmbH, Grassau, Germany) and a standard FNA needle.

Methods
We performed a prospective, multicenter randomized controlled study between June 2020 and September 2021, including patients with a solid pancreatic lesion referred for EUS-guided tissue sampling at 3 centers in Denmark. The patients were randomized 1:1 to either FNA needle or the novel FNB needle. Primary outcomes included the number of obtained tissue microcores and total and diagnostic tissue area.

Results
Sixty-four patients were included. The median number of tissue microcores procured per pass was significantly higher in the FNB group compared with FNA (3 vs. 2, P < 0.001). Similarly, the mean total tissue area (2.74 vs. 0.44 mm2, P < 0.001) and mean diagnostic tissue area (1.74 vs. 0.28 mm2, P < 0.001) were more than 6-fold larger in the FNB samples compared with FNA. The median number of passes needed for a diagnostic sample was 1 for the FNB needle and 2 for FNA needle (P = 0.12). The novel FNB needle provided a higher percentage of samples of excellent quality (P = 0.002).

Conclusions
The novel Franseen-type FNB needle seems to be significantly superior to a conventional FNA needle. The results of this study underline excellent performance of crown-cut needles.