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Rehabilitation and Return to Play of an Ice-Hockey Athlete after Lateral Meniscus Repair: A Case Report
Authors: Kang Tae Kyu , Lee Jong Hyeon , Jeon Hyung Gyu , Lee Dong Wook , Oh Kyoung Wook , Lee Sae Yong , Kim Byong Hun 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Thetype of exercise rehabilitation procedure for athletes who sustain lateral meniscal injuries varies by case, and since such injuries are rare compared to medial meniscal injuries, there is the need for more evidence based on more examples. This case report presents a rehabilitation exercise program that enabled an early return to play for an ice hockey athlete who played in a university sports league. An ice hockey player was diagnosed with a tear in the anterior horn of the lateral meniscal at 20 years old. The patient underwent arthroscopic meniscal repair and was discharged one day after surgery. A three-stage rehabilitation program was developed, as follows: Phase I, the protective phase (reduce inflammation symptoms and restore range of motion to enable weight-bearing); Phase II, the restorative phase (improve the strength of the quadriceps muscle and recover cardiovascular endurance); Phase III, the return to full functional activity (familiarize the patient with sport-specific skills and recover the symmetric functional level on both sides). After completing the 10-week rehabilitation program, the patient returned to the game 71 days after surgery, and no meniscus reinjury occurred up to 10 years after surgery. The functional performance-focused rehabilitation program presented in this case report resulted in early return to sports and good long-term outcomes.
The molecular epidemiology and clinical implication of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) sequence types in pediatric bacteremia: a restrospective observational study, 2016-2021
Authors: Kim Gahee , Lee Sanghoon , Lee Yonghee , Kim Jung Hwa , Lee Jina 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background
While there is a high burden of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections among pediatric patients, studies on the molecular epidemiology of MRSA infections in Korean children since the 2010s are lacking. This study aimed to investigate the molecular genotypes and clinical characteristics of MRSA isolates from children with MRSA bacteremia at Asan Medical Center Children’s Hospital from 2016 to 2021.
Methods
Clinical data were retrospectively reviewed, and the molecular types of MRSA were determined using multilocus sequence typing (MLST) and Staphylococcal cassette chromosome mec (SCCmec) typing.
Results
The overall methicillin resistance rate of S. aureus bacteremia was 44.8% (77/172); 49.5% in the period 2016–2018 (period 1) and 37.3% in the period 2019–2021 (period 2) (P = 0.116). Community-acquired infections accounted for only 3.9% of cases. The predominant ST group was ST72 group (67.6%), followed by ST5 group (18.9%) and ST1 group (5.4%). The proportion of ST5 was significantly lower in period 2 compared to period 1 (P = 0.02). The ST72 group exhibited lower overall antibiotic resistance and multidrug-resistant (MDR) rates compared to the ST5 and ST1 groups. In the multivariate analysis, the ST1 group was an independent risk factor for 30-day all-cause mortality (aOR, 44.12; 95% CI, 3.46–562.19).
Conclusion
The ST72-MRSA strain remained the most frequently isolated genotype in Korean children, while the ST1 group emerged as an independent risk factor for 30-day all-cause mortality in pediatric MRSA bacteremia. Ongoing efforts to uncover the evolving epidemiology of MRSA are essential for developing effective strategies for prevention and treatment.
A likely role for stratification in secular changes of the global ocean tides
Authors: Opel Lana , Schindelegger Michael , Ray Richard 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Stratification - that is, the vertical change in seawater density - exerts a subtle control on the energetics and thus the surface elevation of barotropic (depth independent) flows in the ocean. Changes in stratification therefore provide a plausible pathway to explain some of the puzzling trends in ocean tides evident in tide gauge and, more recently, satellite altimetry data. Using a three-dimensional global ocean model, we estimate that strengthening of stratification between 1993 and 2019 caused open-ocean trends of order 0.1 mm yr-1 in the barotropic M2 tide, similar in structure and magnitude to secular M2 changes deduced from satellite altimetry. Amplitude trends are predominantly negative, implying enhanced energy transfer to internal tides since the 1990s. Effects of stratification on the M2 amplitude increase to -0.4 mm yr-1 in several coastal regions and are the dominant driving factor for contemporary decreases in tidal amplitude along the coasts of Northwest Australia, the United Kingdom, and western North America.
Simple Adaptive Contouring Control for Feed Drive Systems Using Jerk-Based Augmented Output Signal
Authors: Nyobuya Haryson Johanes , Halinga Mathias Sebastian , Uchiyama Naoki 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Reducing energy consumption while maintaining high contouring accuracy for industrial machinery is a highly desirable goal. Simple adaptive control (SAC) is a practical technique that can achieve high tracking accuracy and energy saving by adjusting control parameters in real-time to ensure that the system responds as the reference model. Implementation of the SAC technique requires that the ``almost strict property real (ASPR)'' property is satisfied. The ASPR property guarantees the stability of the controlled system even when adaptive gains are high. This paper proposes simple adaptive contouring control (SACC) using jerk-based augmented output signal for the ASPR property. SACC is designed by following the tangent-contour control scheme while using the SAC technique to enhance the contouring accuracy. Jerk-based augmented output signal ensures that the ASPR property is met and allows the SACC to track accurately the desired contour at high frequency. The proposed contouring approach achieves lower contour error and energy consumption by about 45%, and 3% respectively, as compared to the most common parallel feedforward compensation approach.
Anti-DFS70 antibodies are more prevalent in UCTD and Asian SLE patients
Authors: Zhu Haiyang , Chu Chenxiang , Liu Ziyu , Li Enling , Dai Yingxin , Zhang Jie , Zheng Bing 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Objectives Anti-dense-fine-speckled 70 (anti-DFS70) autoantibodies were reported to occur frequently in antinuclear autoantibody (ANA) positive healthy individuals (HI), but have also been detected in patients with systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease (SARD), and the prevalence varies between different SARD types. This study aimed to detect the prevalence of anti-DFS70 in different SARD patients in China and study the geographical differences of it by meta-analysis.Methods Anti-DFS70 antibodies were detected in 113 HI and 541 SARD patients, including 163 systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), 99 rheumatoid arthritis (RA), 93 undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD), 82 Sjogren's syndrome (SS), 55 polymyositis/dermatomyositis (PM/DM), 31 systemic sclerosis (SSc) and 18 mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) patients by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Pooled odds ratios (OR) and corresponding confidence intervals (CI) of the comparison anti-DFS70 prevalence in disease and control group were calculated by meta-analysis.Results Anti-DFS70 was higher in SLE (20.2%, P = 0.004) and UCTD (12.9%, P = 0.02) than in HI (7.1%) in China. No statistical differences with HI in RA (11.1%, P = 0.31), PM/DM (10.9%, P = 0.4), SS (7.3%, P = 0.95), SSc (3.2%, P = 0.44) and MCTD (0%, P = 0.46). The meta-analysis showed higher anti-DFS70 in Asian SLE patients than in HI (OR = 2.32, 95%CI = 1.54–3.49, P < 0.0001), while no difference was observed between non-Asian SLE and HI (OR = 0.38, 95%CI = 0.14–1.07, P > 0.05). Anti-DFS70 prevalence was higher in UCTD patients than in HI (OR = 2.38, 95%CI = 1.36–4.15, P = 0.002) without regional variation (Asian: OR = 2.35, 95%CI = 1.13–4.88, P = 0.02; non-Asian: OR = 2.43, 95%CI = 1.06–5.57, P = 0.04).Conclusions The prevalence of anti-DFS70 antibody varies among SLE patients in Asia and non-Asia. Contrarily, anti-DFS70 prevalence in UCTD cohort is higher than in HI worldwide.
Mechano-Thermic Reduction of Low Grade Titanium Ore for High Grade TiO2 Synthesis
Authors: Mojisola Tajudeen , Ramakokovhu Munyadziwa Mercy , Olubambi Peter Apata 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
A systematic study on the mechano-thermic reduction of low-grade ilmenite concentrate for the production of high-grade TiO2 powder used in the production of non-oxide ceramics for cutting tool applications has been successfully carried out. Samples were prepared via planetary ball milling and carbothermic reduction processes, and the as-reduced product was subsequently leached in order to improve the synthesized TiO2 by removing the metallic iron in it and other minor soluble impurities dissolved in the iron. The mechano-thermic reduction was achieved by milling a representative mixture of ilmenite and carbon in a molar ratio of 1:1, followed by carbothermic reduction at 1000°C in a laboratory high-temperature furnace for 60 min. The as-reduced product was subsequently leached at 80°C for 6 h in a hydrochloric acid solution. It was found that there was a complete reduction of ilmenite to metallic iron and TiO2 at 1000°C. The results of the FESEM showed there were only two distinct regions of metallic iron (bright region) and titanium dioxide (grey region) with minor traces of unreacted carbon (dark spots), although there was clear regional demarcation between these regions. However, the iron dissolution during the acid treatment was almost 100% as there were no peaks of iron in the as-leached powder. The results of these analyses confirmed the synthesis of high-grade TiO2, which finds application in cutting tool applications and other areas such as in reflective pigment production, etc.
Assessment of in Vitro Anticoagulant Effect of Aqueous Extract of Acacia nilotica on Normal Human Plasma Samples
Authors: Yahia Elkhansaa Elkhair , Samaan Mouna Adel , Mesbah Ahmed Njmeldin 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background: Hemostasis is the process of forming a hemostatic plug at the site of damaged blood vessels, requiring the combined activities of the vessels, platelets and plasma factors. Localize the reactions involved to the site of injury, repairs and re-establishes blood flow through the injured vessels. Acacia nilotica pods have potentially treated wide range of medical conditions and proved to have multiple effects, Therefore the study was aimed to determine the effects of aqueous pod extracts of Acacia nilotica on some coagulation tests.
Methods:This is experimental in vitro study; five platelet-poor plasma samples from normal individuals were examined against different concentrations of Acacia nilotica extract (2.5%, 5%and 10%) in different volumes (25, 50, and 75 μL). Each sample was retested after adding the equal volume of distilled water as a control. Then Prothrombin Time test (PT) and Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time test (APTT) were measured and recorded.
Results: The study results of (2.5%, 5%, and 10%) of aqueous extracts of Acacia nilotica pods showed significantly shortened PT and APTT results with (P-value <0.05) of human plasma samples in a dose-dependent manner when compared with normal plasma treated with distilled water. Also the study showed the shortening was increased with the increase of concentration of Acacia nilotica pod extract.
Conclusion: The study showed that the aqueous extract of Acacia nilotica at different concentrations and volumes enhance the coagulation process and this may lead to possible clot formation that can be harmful when taken in large concentration.
Ruminant microbiome data are skewed and unFAIR, undermining their usefulness for improving sustainable production
Authors: Ortiz-Chura Abimael , Popova Milka , Morgavi Diego P. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

The ruminant microbiome plays a key role in the health, feed utilization and environmental impact of ruminant production systems. Microbiome research provides insights to reduce the environmental footprint and improve meat and milk production from ruminants. However, the microbiome composition depends on the ruminant species, habitat and diet, highlighting the importance of having a good representation of ruminant microbiomes in their local environment to translate research findings into beneficial approaches. This information is currently lacking. In this study, we explored the metadata of microbiome studies from farmed ruminants to determine global representativeness and summarized information according to ruminant species, geographic location, body site, and host information. We accessed data from the International Nucleotide Sequence Database Collaboration through the National Center for Biotechnology Information database. We recovered 47,628 sample metadata with cattle accounting for over two-thirds of the samples. In contrast, goats with a worldwide population similar to cattle were markedly underrepresented, making up less than 4% of the total samples. Most samples originated in Western Europe, North America, Australasia and China but countries with large ruminant populations in South America, Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe were underrepresented. Microbiomes from the gastrointestinal tract were the most frequently studied comprising about 87% of all samples. Additionally, the number of samples from other body sites such as the respiratory tract, milk, skin, reproductive tract, and fetal tissue, has markedly increased over the past decade. More than 40% of the samples lacked basic information and many were retrieved from generic taxonomic classifications where the ruminant species was manually recovered. The lack of information on diet, production system, age, or breed limits the reusability of the data for reanalysis and follow-up studies. Taxonomic assignment of the ruminant host and a minimum set of metadata attributes using accepted ontologies adapted to host-associated microbiomes are prerequisites for this. Public repositories are encouraged to require this information. The results from this survey highlight the need to encourage studies of the ruminant microbiome from underrepresented ruminant species and underrepresented countries worldwide.
Analysis of prognostic factors and construction of prediction model for pregnancies with liver failure
Authors: Lin He , Luo Jin , Chen Yanhong , Guo Fengxia , Zhou Shuisheng , Pan Xingfei 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background and objectives: Liver failure during pregnancy adversely affectsmothers. However, it is not thoroughly found which its prognostic factors are. In the present study, we explored some factors which could affect the short-term prognosis. Furthermore, a logistic regression model (LRM)was constructed to predict the outcomes of mothers.
Method: One hundred and twenty-nine pregnant women with liver failure were enrolled in this study. The mothers were treated at several hospitals in Guangzhou from January 2008 to September 2022. Ninety-six patients were divided into an effectual group (n=76) and an ineffectual group (n=20). Retrospective and logistic regression analyses were performed to screen for possible prognostic factors and to construct LRM. The remaining 33 cases, combined with the original 96 cases, were used to validate the model.
Results: Age, |Na-135|, and INR are independent risk factors for liver failure. The area under the curve (AUC) for LRM and MELD are 0.896 and 0.780, respectively. Thesensitivity of the two models was 95.83% and 70.83%, respectively. The specificity was 71.43% and 75.24%, respectively. The total prediction accuracy rate was 75.97% and 74.42%, respectively.
Conclusion: Age, |Na-135|, and INR were independent risk factors for pregnant women with liver failure with poor prognosis, both the LRM and the MELD could predict the prognosis, however, the LRM was superior to the MELD in terms of sensitivity.
Distribution, sources and morphological analysis of rare earth elements in surface water of nature reserves
Authors: He Miao , Liu Guijian , Li Yongli , Zhou Li , Wang Guanyu , Si Wen 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
With the development of high technology, the environmental pollution caused by rare earth elements (REEs) has gradually aroused social concern, especially the water environment. As a world-class natural ecological reserve, Mount Huang is located in the upper reaches of Xin 'an River Basin, and the water quality of the Fengle river in this area has a decisive impact on the ecological environment of Xin 'an River and the downstream area (Yangtze River Delta). In this study, the spatial and temporal distribution, anomaly, anthropogenic influence, and the speciation of REEs in Fengle River in Huangshan City during two periods were studied.
Performance Assessment of the Machine Learning Algorithms for First Inning Score Prediction in Cricket
Authors: Bhattacharjee Bireshwar , Bhattacharjee Dibyojyoti , Bhattacharjee Bishweshwar 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive performance assessment of various machine learning algorithms employed for the prediction of first inning scores in cricket matches. Cricket, a sport characterized by diverse formats like IPL, T20 Interna-tionals (T20Is), and One Day Internationals (ODIs), poses a unique challenge for score prediction due to its dynamic nature and format-specific nuances. We evaluate a range of machine learning models, including regression techniques, decision trees, and ensemble methods, across these cricket formats. Our analysis considers the significance of feature engineering, encompassing player statistics, pitch conditions, weather, and venue-specific factors, in enhancing predictive accuracy. Results indicate that the effectiveness of machine learning models varies across formats, with XGBoost regression performance in IPL and T20Is is better , whereas ridge regression performed well in ODIs. This research contributes valuable insights for cricket analysts, teams, and enthusiasts seeking to leverage machine learning for informed first inning score predictions, thereby enhancing their understanding of the intricate dynamics within the game.
Experiences of the Coronary Endarterectomy with Closed Technique in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Authors: Ertürk Murat , Reyhanoğlu Hasan , Özcan Kaan , Durmaz Isa 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) with coronary artery endarterectomy (CE) is a necessary and effective alternative procedure for complete vascularization in diffuse and severe coronary artery disease. The mid- to long-term outcomes of CE remain highly controversial. The aim of this study is to compare the results of closed-technique CABG CE with those of other recently published articles.
Methods
In this prospective study, 6000 patients underwent standard coronary artery bypass grafting between August 2004 and August 2014. Approximately 3.2% of these patients, or a total of 193 patients, underwent CE as part of this surgery. A closed-technique was performed in all patients who underwent CE.
Results
The perioperative myocardial infarction and postoperative morbidity of patients who underwent the closed-technique CE remained unchanged; however, the mortality rate of these patients compared with the open technique CE was lower than that reported in the current literature. In addition, the closed- technique is a highly advantageous technique. It is considered an overall safe procedure because the anastomosis time is short and minimal cross-clamp time when compared with the open technique CE.
Conclusion
The closed-technique CE should be considered an adequate, safe surgical procedure and a good alternative choice for complete revascularization in suitable patients. Furthermore, the closed-technique CE is a safe operation for the patient with excellent survival rates and graft patency rates. In a select group of patients, perioperative and postoperative mortality and morbidity are not high when the procedure is performed by an experienced team of OR.
Caregiving Style and Child Health: A Perspective on Overweight
Authors: Yang Hualei , Tang Xiaoqing , Cao Jinyan 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Can formal care replace traditional family care and be more beneficial to children's health than informal care? Based on the data from 4708 children aged 0–12 in China, this paper uses the instrumental variables to explore the impact of caregiving style on children's health from the perspective on overweight. The IV results show that children in institutional care are on average 66.4% less likely to be overweight compared to parental care and grandparental care (p < 0.05). The reason is that children who receive formal care have healthier lifestyle habits, such as more exercise and early bedtime. Moreover, grandparental care was the worst outcome. These findings imply that social care is not only better for childbirth, but also for child development. Compared to previous studies, this study used instrumental variables to address the mutual causation endogeneity, making the results more reliable. By telling Chinese stories, it provides reference for Eastern countries with similar cultures.
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Factors associated with central venous pressure in children with parallel circulation after the Norwood operation: insights from high resolution hemodynamic data
Authors: Loomba Rohit S. , Farias Juan S. , Flores Saul , Villarreal Enrique G. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Introduction
Central venous pressure (CVP) plays a crucial role in guiding clinical management, particularly in critically ill children. However, its applicability in children with parallel circulation after the Norwood operation remains poorly understood. This study aimed to identify clinical factors associated with CVP in mechanically ventilated children with parallel circulation.
Methods
This retrospective study analyzed data from nine neonates with functionally univentricular hearts who underwent the Norwood operation. Various clinical variables, including hemodynamic parameters, ventilatory data, and medication doses, were collected using the T3 software with high temporal resolution. Bayesian linear regression was employed to model CVP using these variables.
Results
A total of 27,270 data points from 1,338 patient hours were analyzed. The most probable model explained only 32.4% of the variance in CVP. Variables significantly associated with CVP included fluid balance, milrinone dose, vasopressin dose, peak airway pressure, mean airway pressure, positive end expiratory pressure, fraction of inspired oxygen, temperature, mean arterial pressure, renal near infrared spectroscopy, and systemic vascular resistance. However, the clinical significance of some associations was limited due to the magnitude of change required in independent variables to affect CVP.
Conclusion
This study demonstrates that modeling CVP in neonates with parallel circulation after the Norwood operation is challenging, and CVP is not strongly associated with routinely monitored variables. Clinicians should interpret CVP cautiously and consider other clinical parameters when assessing fluid balance and circulatory status in these patients. Further research is needed to better understand the factors influencing CVP in this unique population.