bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The Trend of Clostridioides difficile Infection in Korean Hospitals with the Analysis of Nationwide Sample Cohort
Authors: Kang Ju Son  , Young Ah Kim  , Yoon Soo Park  
Published: October 2023

Background: Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile is an important pathogen that causes diarrhea in people who take antibiotics. The recent status of C. difficile infection is not well known in Korea. Methods: The long-term trend of C. difficile infection in Korean hospitals was analyzed using a nationwide sample cohort. The data also included sociodemographic characteristics, disease severity, and healthcare facilities. C. difficile infection was defined by the prescription of oral vancomycin or all metronidazole prescriptions under C. difficile infectious disease code (A047). Results: The rate of C. difficile infection has steadily increased from 0.030% in 2006 to 0.317% in The increased rate correlated to age (0.033% for < 50 years,0.421% for 70–79 years, and 0.758% for > 80 years of age) and the Charlson comorbidity index score (0.048% for zero versus 0.378% for three or more points). It differed by the type of medical institution (0.270% at referral hospitals versus 0.056 % at general hospitals and mental hospitals). Conclusion: The rate of C. difficile infection in Korea is significant in patients with advanced age and disease severity. The results show that C. difficile infection trend has been increasing steadily in Korea.
A Case of Presumptive Marshall Bundle Conduction Between the Left Atrium and Left Superior Pulmonary Vein During Box Isolation
Authors: Kenji Hashimoto  , Takumi Kakegawa  , Kota Suzuki  , Tomochika Negishi  , Ippei  Tsuzuki  , Yuta Seki  , Susumu Ibe  , Terumasa Yamashita  , Hiroshi Miyama  , Taishi Fujisawa  , Yoshinori  Katsumata  , Takehiro Kimura  , Seiji Takatsuki  
Published: October 2023

A 65-year-old man with symptomatic persistent atrial fibrillation was referred for initial radiofrequency catheter ablation. He underwent box isolation to simultaneously isolate all four pulmonary veins (PVs) and the posterior wall of the left atrium (LA). During the box isolation with a double lasso catheter positioned in both the left superior and right superior PVs, the atrial fibrillation terminated spontaneously. After the box lesion set was created, conduction was still observed between the LA and PVs. After an additional radiofrequency energy delivery to the bottom line of the box lesion, the activation sequence of the PVs became uniform during sinus rhythm and pacing from the coronary sinus (CS), indicating that only one more conduction pathway was present. The 3-dimensional map revealed that the earliest activation site within the box lesion was located in the anterior aspect of the left superior PV during pacing from the CS, whereas that of the LA during pacing from the superior right PV within the box was on the posterolateral LA wall below the left inferior When a 2 Fr electrode catheter was inserted into the vein of Marshall (VOM) and paced within the BOX, VOM potentials preceded CS potentials. When the left superior PV anterior wall, the earliest site of excitation within the box, was energized, simultaneous posterior pulmonary vein wall isolation was completed. We experienced a case in which Marshall bundle conduction between the left atrium and the pulmonary vein was assumed.
Morphological variations of the suprascapular notch and its clinical correlation with suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome
Authors: Keerthi Vijayalakshmi Mannan , Kollipara Guna Sekhar Moorthyee , Sridhar Shruthi , Kadirappa Padmalatha , Burade Anushree , Math Shiva Sandesh Hossali , Kumar Niranjan 
Published: October 2023

The suprascapular notch present medial to the coracoid process serves as a passage for the suprascapular nerve which supplies the rotator cuff muscles and ligaments in the acromio-clavicular and shoulder joints. The suprascapular nerve is commonly compressed at the suprascapular notch, which can result in severe shoulder pain, weakness of the arm, restricted range of movement, and eventually, atrophy of the muscles supplied by the nerve. The syndrome of suprascapular nerve entrapment is a significant differential diagnosis of shoulder pain. Unfortunately, it is often neglected while diagnosing shoulder pain or discomfort.Our study's main objective is to examine how often different morphological variations occur in the suprascapular notch and their potential role in causing suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome.We grossly examined 70 scapula to identify the presence, absence and type of suprascapular notch. We documented the observed variations of the suprascapular notch by capturing photographs and organizing the findings in a table.According to our findings, Type 3 (U-shaped notch) was the most frequently observed morphological variation of the suprascapular notch, while Type 1 (absence of suprascapular notch) was the least commonly found. Our findings provide fresh perspectives when compared to prior research.Having knowledge of the morphological variations of the suprascapular notch plays a vital role in accurately diagnosing suprascapular nerve entrapment syndrome using non-invasive diagnostic imaging and planning the most suitable surgical interventions.
A study to evaluate the effectiveness of competency based skill training programme on bandaging techniques among paramedical students
Authors: Sumangala BR , Kudari Ananda , Nagaveni  , Megha S  , Ittigi Nagarathna 
Published: October 2023

When any individual got any injury or wound the first and foremost remedy is to stop bleeding and prevent further injury. Bandaging is the procedure of casing wound or an injured body part. It is necessary to learn technique of bandaging.Were to assess the effectiveness of training programme on knowledge and skill regarding selected bandaging techniques among paramedical students.Used for this study was pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design.It was carried out with 40 samples. Non-randomized convenient sampling technique was used to select the subjects.A self-administered knowledge questionnaire and observational skill checklist was used to assess the knowledge and skill regarding selected bandaging techniques.The data collected was analysed and interpreted based on descriptive and inferential statistics.Shows that Pre-test knowledge score, 80% (32) of the students were in the poor level of knowledge and remaining 20% (08) were having average level of knowledge. The Post-test knowledge score, 52.5% (21) of the students were in the Good level of knowledge and remaining 47.5% (19) were having average level of knowledge. The Mean score before manipulation was ±4.7 and the standard deviation was ±29.35 whereas after intervention Mean score was ±13.37 and SD was ± 83.52. The mean difference is ± 8.67. The calculated ‘t’ value ± 12.11 which was greater than critical value i.e., ± 2.05 which depicts that significance at the 0.05 level. That pre-test skill was 87.5% (35) found to be inadequate whereas remaining 12.5% (5) were having adequate skill. The 12.5% (5) of them found to be Inadequate and majority 87.5% (35) were shown adequate skill after the training programme. The skill performance of mean score earlier guidance was ±2.85 and the standard deviation was ±17.79 while later intervention Mean score was ±7.47 and SD was ± 46.67. The mean difference was ± 4.62. The calculated ‘t’ value ± 10.34 which was larger value than critical value i.e., ± 2.05 which illustrates that highly significant at the 0.05 level.From the findings of the study, it can be concluded that training programme was effective in improving the knowledge and skill regarding bandaging techniques among paramedical students.
Magenta Hydrogen – An AI-Driven Hydrogen Production Associated with CO2 Plume Utilization for Geothermal Power Generation
Authors: Katterbauer Klemens , Hassan Saleh F. , Abu Al Saud Moataz O. , Yousef Ali 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Energy and hydrogen have a long history together; more than 200 years ago, hydrogen-powered the first internal combustion engines and is now a crucial component of the contemporary refining sector. It emits no greenhouse gases or pollutants directly and is light, storable, and energy-dense. But adoption of hydrogen in areas where it is virtually nonexistent, like transportation, buildings, and power generation, is necessary for it to significantly contribute to clean energy transitions (Simpson and Lutz 2007).
Today, hydrogen is gaining unheard-of momentum. The opportunity to make hydrogen a significant component of our future clean and secure energy supply should not be missed by the entire globe. Today, providing hydrogen to industrial users is a significant global industry. The worldwide demand for hydrogen, which has increased more than triple since 1975, is still on the rise. To produce hydrogen, 6% of the world's natural gas and 2% of its coal are used.
As a result, the generation of hydrogen results in annual CO2 emissions of around 830 million tonnes, which is equal to the combined emissions of the United Kingdom and Indonesia. Hydrogen can be collected from water, biomass, fossil fuels, or a combination of the three. Currently, natural gas serves as the main fuel for producing hydrogen, contributing about 75 percent of the 70 million tonnes of dedicated hydrogen produced annually worldwide. This makes up around 6% of the world's natural gas consumption. Due to coal's dominance in China, gas comes in second, and only a small portion is created by the usage of oil and electricity (Soltani, Rosen and Dincer 2014).
Efficient Subsurface Modeling with Sequential Patch Generative Adversarial Neural Networks
Authors: Pan W. , Chen J. , Mohamed S. , Jo H. , Santos J. E. , Pyrcz M. J. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Subsurface modeling is important for subsurface resource development, energy storage, and CO2 sequestration. Many geostatistical and machine learning methods are developed to quantify the subsurface uncertainty by generating subsurface model realizations. Good subsurface models should reproduce depositional patterns in training images (satellite images, outcrops, digital rock, or conceptual models) that are important to fluid flow. However, current methods are computationally demanding, which makes it prohibitively expensive for building large-scale, detailed subsurface model realizations.
In this work, we develop the sequential patch generative adversarial neural network (GAN), a computationally efficient method to perform machine learning- and patch-based, sequential subsurface modeling. The new machine learning method uses shift-invariant neural network structures to allow efficient sequential modeling. In addition, it maps subsurface models to a Gaussian latent space, which allows easier data conditioning and better model parameterization. Three optimization methods for well data conditioning are compared based on pattern reproduction in subsurface model realizations.
Compared to conventional multiple-point statistics (MPS) methods, the new method is faster, requires fewer computational resources, and does not present artifacts in realizations. Compared to previous generative models, the new method is more interpretable and efficient in large geological modeling. For data conditioning, we find the posterior latent variables need to have the same statistical distribution as the prior to reproduce patterns. The sequential patch GAN method is proven to be an efficient machine learning method for large-scale, detailed, subsurface modeling.
A Systematical Review of the Largest ASP Flood Project in the World: From Laboratory to Pilots and Field Application
Authors: Wei Y. N. , Lu X. G. , Xu J. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This paper presents a systematical review of the largest Alkaline-Surfactant-Polymer (ASP) flood project in the world, applied to the largest oil field in China. First, reservoir and fluid characteristics are highlighted to understand heterogeneity of the reservoir. Next, project history is summarized, including laboratory studies, pilot tests, industrial-scale tests and fieldwide application. Thirdly, typical ASP flood performance and reservoir management measures from over 30 years’ experience are presented. In addition, performances of ASP flood and polymer flood in the same field, which is also the largest project in the world, are compared.
The Lamadian-Saertu-Xingshugang (La-Sa-Xing) Field in the Daqing Field Complex, located in the north of the Songliao Basin, is the largest oil field in China. The Upper Cretaceous Saertu-Putaohua-Gaotaizi (S-P-G) reservoir has an average porosity of 25% and average permeability of 610 md. The reservoir consists of more than 100 flow units and is characterized by significant heterogeneity both vertically and laterally. Crude oil has an API gravity of 33° and a viscosity of 9 cP at reservoir conditions. The discussed ASP flood project mainly targets high-quality reservoir sands. The field was brought onstream in 1963 with immediate water injection. Crossflow and water-breakthrough became common issues during water injection, calling for a suitable EOR method. ASP Flood was studied in laboratory from 1987-1993, followed by five small-scale pilots from 1994-1999, all being successful with incremental recoveries of ~20% STOIIP. As a result, industrial-scale tests were conducted from 2000-2007, resulting in substantial improvement in production from ~4000 BOPD to greater than 19,000 BOPD. Encouraged by those successes, the ASP project was expanded to fieldwide scale since December 2007, which is the largest ASP flood project in the industry worldwide. By 2021, daily oil production by ASP flood had reached 96,000 BOPD through 9650 wells. The average incremental recovery factor is 20% over waterflood and 8-10% over polymer flood, resulting in ultimate recovery factor of &gt;60%. Zonal injection and profile modification are effective measures to further improve sweeping efficiency. Scaling is the major challenge during the operation of ASP flood, which is mitigated or remediated by adopting weak alkaline ASP, progressive cavity pumps (PCP), scale inhibitor treatment and fracturing stimulation on damaged wells.
The world's largest ASP flood project in the La-Sa-Xing Field proved the fieldwide applicability of ASP flood. The effective reservoir management measures and lessons learned from over 30 years’ experience provide valuable experiences for large-scale ASP flood project in the industry.
Finite element analysis of concealed angle steel node in prefabricated frame beams and columns
Authors: Li Zhe , Yuan Wei , Chen Xingyu , Zhang Shuai 
Published: October 2023

Prefabricated construction is a structural form vigorously developed by the country and is the inevitable path for the sustainable development of the construction industry. In order to enhance the seismic performance of prefabricated concrete frame structures, concealed steel angle connections for prefabricated frame beams and columns are employed. Based on experimental research on the force performance of these connection nodes, a finite element model of the connection node is established using ABAQUS software to analyze the influence of design parameters on the force performance of the specimen. The analysis indicates that upgrading the concrete grade from C25 to C55 increases the positive bearing capacity by 12.3 %. The specimen’s energy dissipation capacity and stiffness are both improved. Increasing the thickness of the steel cover plate can enhance the specimen's bearing capacity, stiffness, and energy dissipation capacity. Increasing the angle steel thickness from 4 mm to 10 mm results in a 27.78 % increase in negative bearing capacity, consequently enhancing the specimen’s energy dissipation capacity. By increasing the bolt diameter from 16 mm to 24 mm, the positive bearing capacity increases by 8.2 %, and the negative bearing capacity increases by 10.9 %. The energy dissipation capacity and stiffness of the specimen also improve accordingly.
Análisis del tecnicismo cientificista moderno a través del existencialismo de William Barrett
Authors: Saavedra Pérez Boris 
Published: October 2023

El siguiente ensayo propone un análisis crítico del tecnicismo cientificista surgido en la modernidad. Para ello se emplea el pensamiento del filósofo estadounidense William Barrett difundido en dos de sus obras principales: ‘El hombre irracional’ y ‘La ilusión de la técnica’, en donde Barrett lleva a cabo voluntariamente la tarea de expandir el campo del existencialismo a Norteamérica buscando remediar las consecuencias trágicas de una era tecnologizada en la que el rechazo de la religión y del pensamiento filosófico, produjo múltiples quiebres de tipo ético-antropológico, los que desembocaron en una era infectada de progreso tecnológico más no humano.
Debido a esto, se describe cómo el tecnicismo cientificista tiene un auge considerable en la modernidad, producto de la decadencia de la religión, lo que también implica un posterior tránsito de la fe religiosa a la fe centrada en la técnica-tecnología, además, se explica por qué el existencialismo, según Barrett, se convierte en la respuesta válida para contrarrestar la influencia del tecnicismo cientificista que reducía al ser humano a la categoría de ‘homo faber’.
Effectiveness of Online and Remote Interventions for Mental Health in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults After the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Fischer-Grote Linda , Fössing Vera , Aigner Martin , Fehrmann Elisabeth , Boeckle Markus 
Published: October 2023

Background
The prevalence of mental illness increased in children, adolescents, and young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, while at the same time, access to treatment facilities has been restricted, resulting in a need for the quick implementation of remote or online interventions.

Objective
This study aimed to give an overview of randomized controlled studies examining remote or online interventions for mental health in children, adolescents, and young adults and to explore the overall effectiveness of these interventions regarding different symptoms.

Methods
A systematic literature search was conducted according to PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis) guidelines using PubMed, PsycInfo, Psyndex, Embase, and Google Scholar. A meta-analysis was conducted using a random effects model to calculate overall effect sizes for interventions using standardized mean differences (SMDs) for postintervention scores.

Results
We identified 17 articles with 8732 participants in the final sample, and 13 were included in the quantitative analysis. The studies examined different digital interventions for several outcomes, showing better outcomes than the control in some studies. Meta-analyses revealed significant medium overall effects for anxiety (SMD=0.44, 95% CI 0.20 to 0.67) and social functioning (SMD=0.42, 95% CI –0.68 to –0.17) and a large significant effect for depression (SMD=1.31, 95% CI 0.34 to 2.95). In contrast, no significant overall treatment effects for well-being, psychological distress, disordered eating, and COVID-19–related symptoms were found.

Conclusions
The qualitative and quantitative analyses of the included studies show promising results regarding the effectiveness of online interventions, especially for symptoms of anxiety and depression and for training of social functioning. However, the effectiveness needs to be further investigated for other groups of symptoms in the future. All in all, more research with high-quality studies is required.
Self-Guided Mental Health Apps Targeting Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups: Scoping Review
Authors: Saad Fiby , Eisenstadt Mia , Liverpool Shaun , Carlsson Courtney , Vainieri Isabella 
Published: October 2023

Background
The use of mental health apps (MHAs) is increasing rapidly. However, little is known about the use of MHAs by racial and ethnic minority groups.

Objective
In this review, we aimed to examine the acceptability and effectiveness of MHAs among racial and ethnic minority groups, describe the purposes of using MHAs, identify the barriers to MHA use in racial and ethnic minority groups, and identify the gaps in the literature.

Methods
A systematic search was conducted on August 25, 2023, using Web of Science, Embase, PsycINFO, PsycArticles, PsycExtra, and MEDLINE. Articles were quality appraised using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool, and data were extracted and summarized to form a narrative synthesis.

Results
A total of 15 studies met the inclusion criteria. Studies were primarily conducted in the United States, and the MHAs designed for racial and ethnic minority groups included ¡Aptívate!, iBobbly, AIMhi- Y, BRAVE, Build Your Own Theme Song, Mindful You, Sanadak, and 12 more MHAs used in 1 study. The MHAs were predominantly informed by cognitive behavioral therapy and focused on reducing depressive symptoms. MHAs were considered acceptable for racial and ethnic minority groups; however, engagement rates dropped over time. Only 2 studies quantitatively reported the effectiveness of MHAs among racial and ethnic minority groups. Barriers to use included the repetitiveness of the MHAs, stigma, lack of personalization, and technical issues.

Conclusions
Considering the growing interest in MHAs, the available evidence for MHAs for racial and ethnic minority groups appears limited. Although the acceptability seems consistent, more research is needed to support the effectiveness of MHAs. Future research should also prioritize studies to explore the specific needs of racial and ethnic minority groups if MHAs are to be successfully adopted.
Patient Satisfaction With a Coach-Guided, Technology-Based Mental Health Treatment: Qualitative Interview Study and Theme Analysis
Authors: Smith Ashley Helm , Touchett Hilary , Chen Patricia , Fletcher Terri , Arney Jennifer , Hogan Julianna , Wassef Miryam , Cloitre Marylene , Lindsay Jan A 
Published: October 2023

Background
Technology-based mental health interventions address barriers rural veterans face in accessing care, including provider scarcity and distance from the hospital or clinic. webSTAIR is a 10-module, web-based treatment based on Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation, designed to treat posttraumatic stress disorder and depression in individuals exposed to trauma. Previous work has demonstrated that webSTAIR is acceptable to participants and effective at reducing symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder and depression when delivered synchronously or asynchronously (over 5 or 10 sessions).

Objective
This study explored factors that lead to greater patient satisfaction with webSTAIR, a web-based, coach-guided intervention.

Methods
We analyzed qualitative interview data to identify themes related to patient satisfaction with webSTAIR delivered with synchronous video-based coaching.

Results
Four themes emerged from the data: (1) coaching provides accountability and support, (2) self-pacing offers value that meets individual needs, (3) participants like the comfort and convenience of the web-based format, and (4) technical issues were common but not insurmountable.

Conclusions
We conclude that participants valued the accountability, flexibility, and convenience of tech-based interventions with video-delivered coaching.