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Mean platelet volume as a risk factor in pregnant diabetic women
Authors: Abel-Rahman Sayed M. , Badawy Essam S. , Amer Ahmad A. , Fekry Dalal 
Published: September 2023

AbstractBackgroundDiabetes is an established risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD); therefore, the subset of women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) who develop type 2 diabetes mellitus is at an increased risk for developing CVD in the future.ObjectivesTo assess the platelet count and mean platelet volume (MPV) of pregnant women with GDM and gestational impaired glucose tolerance (GIGT) to determine whether GDM and GIGT are risk factors for future development of CVD.Patients and methodsA 50 g oral glucose load (OGL) was administered to all participants (400 pregnant women), and routine hematologic parameters and MPV were studied at 24–28 gestational weeks using a Beckman/Coulter MAXM Hematology Analyzer. When a plasma glucose level of at least 140 mg/dl was measured after administering OGL, a 100 g 3-h oral glucose tolerance test was performed. Of these women, 296 (74%) had normal oral glucose tolerance, 48 (12%) had GIGT, and 65 (14%) had GDM. The mean platelet counts were higher in the normal OGL group than in the GIGT group, and higher in the GIGT group than in the GDM group, with no statistically significant differences among the three groups. However, MPV was significantly higher in the GDM group than in the normal glucose level group (Po0.05). Also, women with high MPV values had lower platelet counts.ResultsA significant difference was observed for MPV values between the GDM and normal OGL groups.ConclusionPresence of a high MPV in cases of GDM could indicate an increased risk for current and future thrombotic complications.
HbA1c reliability in patients with diabetes on regular hemodialysis before and after erythropoietin therapy
Authors: Abdel-Aziz Mohamed M. , Shaltout Inas F. , Al-Jarhi Ula M. , Alshewi Yasmine T. , Elalfy Mahmoud M. 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of erythropoietin (EPO) treatment on HbA1c levels in diabetic patients on regular hemodialysis and to assess the reliability of HbA1c as a marker for glycemic control in such patients.

Methods
The study included 41 patients on regular hemodialysis who were EPO naive: 31 with diabetes mellitus and 10 nondiabetic controls. Baseline HBA1c and fasting blood glucose levels were measured and repeated after a 3-month course of EPO.

Results
HbA1c decreased significantly after EPO therapy (P =0.01) and was associated with a significant decline in fasting blood glucose levels (P = 0.001), with a significant negative correlation with hemoglobin (r = −0.185, P =0.03). HbA1c showed significant correlation with fasting blood glucose in diabetic patients before EPO therapy (r =0.82, P < 0.0001). This correlation was found to be independent of other laboratory parameters. No correlation was found between HbA1c and fasting blood glucose levels after 3 months of EPO treatment.

Conclusion
HbA1c is not a reliable marker for glycemic control in hemodialysis patients, especially for those on EPO therapy.
Celiac disease
Authors: Shehab Dina I. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractPurpose of reviewThe aim of this review was to summarize recent advances in celiac disease (CD) published between 2006 and 2012.Recent findingsCD affects ~ 1% of most populations but remains largely unrecognized. During the past year, research has shown that the prevalence of CD has increased dramatically and not merely because of increased detection. Moreover, undiagnosed CD may be associated with increased mortality. Significant progress has been made in understanding how gliadin peptides can cross the intestinal border and access the immune system. New deamidated gliadin peptide antibodies have better diagnostic accuracy over other tests. The inclusion of duodenal bulb biopsy specimens may increase the rate of CD detection. Finally, refractory CD, although rare, is associated with a poor prognosis. The use of novel highly efficient exogenous prolyl endoproteases enzymes may help patients deal with occasional lapses in their diet or may protect highly sensitive individuals from inadvertent presence of gluten in food products. Nevertheless, the efficiency of this approach still needs precise assessment.ConclusionMortality rates among patients with untreated CD increase two-fold every year as they age (gastrointestinal malignancies) and most can be prevented/reversed with early diagnosis and initiation of a gluten-free diet. CD is a global health problem that requires a multidisciplinary and increasingly cooperative multinational research effort.
Magnetic resonance imaging criteria in vascular compression syndrome
Authors: Elaini Sherif , Magnan Jaques , Deveze Arnaud , Girard Nadine 
Published: September 2023

EnAbstract
Objectives
The aim of this work is to show the imaging criteria of the offending vessel in neurovascular compression syndrome in the cerebellopontine angle using MRI. This will increase the acceptance of the concept of vascular compression syndrome of the cranial nerves as an etiology of trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, and some cases of disabling vertigo and tinnitus.

Materials and methods
Between 1994 and 2008, MRI radiographs of 782 cases of vasculoneural compression were reviewed to analyze the imaging criteria of the offending vascular loop and were correlated with intraoperative vascular decompression findings in various pathologies such as hemifacial spasm, trigeminal neuralgia, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, vertigo, and tinnitus.

Results
The specificity and high sensitivity of the T2 constructive interference in steady state or fast spin eco sequence MRI allowed us to precisely define the vasculoneural conflict in almost all cases and to highlight certain radiological criteria required for a vasculoneural conflict diagnosis in general. These criteria are mainly the presence of a vascular loop that is perpendicular to the course of the nerve and the presence of distortion of the neural structures.

Conclusion
MRI in the T2 sequence is the key assessment in neurovascular compression syndrome.
Proposition d’une révision du 3e niveau de la CIDIH : Le Handicap – Réseau international CIDIH
Authors: Battani-Dragoni Gabriella , Fougeyrollas Patrick , St-Michel Ginette , Blouin Maurice 
Published: September 2023

En 1989 la revue du Réseau International de la CIDIH a publié le Volume 2, numéro 1 intitulé « Consultation : Proposition d'une révision du 3e niveau de la CIDIH : Le handicap ». Il nous fait plaisir de republier ce volume complet dans cet article qui regroupe : Les activités du Conseil de l’Europe écrit initialement par Mme Gabriella Battaini-Dragoni et Les propositions de révision du 3e niveau de la CIDIH écrit par M Fougeyrollas, Mme St-Michel, Mme Blouin et leurs collaborateurs.
Le processus de production des handicaps
Authors: Fougeyrollas Patrick , St-Michel Ginette , Bergeron Hélène , Cloutier René 
Published: September 2023

En 1991 la revue du Réseau International de la CIDIH a publié le Volume 4, numéros 1-2 intitulé « Le Processus de production des handicaps ». Il nous fait plaisir de republier ce volume complet dans cet article qui regroupe donc : La présentation du plan de communication de la SCCIDIH (Société canadienne et Comité québécois sur la Classification internationale des déficiences, incapacités et handicaps) et du CQCIDIH (Comité Québécois sur la Classification internationale des déficiences, incapacités et handicaps) ; L’analyse des commentaires reçus sur la révision du troisième niveau: le handicap ; La proposition d’une nomenclature des habitudes de vie révisée ; La proposition d’une nomenclature des facteurs environnementaux révisée ; L’impact du modèle proposé sur les incapacités.
Numbers of fish species, higher taxa, and phylogenetic similarity decrease with latitude and depth, and deep-sea assemblages are unique
Authors: Lin Han-Yang , Wright Shane , Costello Mark John 
Published: September 2023

Species richness has been found to increase from the poles to the tropics but with a small dip near the equator over all marine fishes. Phylogenetic diversity measures offer an alternative perspective on biodiversity linked to evolutionary history. If phylogenetic diversity is standardized for species richness, then it may indicate places with relatively high genetic diversity. Latitudes and depths with both high species and phylogenetic diversity would be a priority for conservation. We compared latitudinal and depth gradients of species richness, and three measures of phylogenetic diversity, namely average phylogenetic diversity (AvPD), the sum of the higher taxonomic levels (STL) and the sum of the higher taxonomic levels divided by the number of species (STL/spp) for modelled ranges of 5,619 marine fish species. We distinguished all, bony and cartilaginous fish groups and four depth zones namely: whole water column; 0 –200 m; 201–1,000 m; and 1,001–6,000 m; at 5° latitudinal intervals from 75°S to 75°N, and at 100 m depth intervals from 0 m to 3,500 m. Species richness and higher taxonomic richness (STL) were higher in the tropics and subtropics with a small dip at the equator, and were significantly correlated among fish groups and depth zones. Species assemblages had closer phylogenetic relationships (lower AvPD and STL/spp) in warmer (low latitudes and shallow water) than colder environments (high latitudes and deep sea). This supports the hypothesis that warmer shallow latitudes and depths have had higher rates of evolution across a range of higher taxa. We also found distinct assemblages of species in different depth zones such that deeper sea species are not simply a subset of shallow assemblages. Thus, conservation needs to be representative of all latitudes and depth zones to encompass global biodiversity.
Direct Laser Interference Patterning of Zirconia Using Infra‐Red Picosecond Pulsed Laser: Effect of Laser Processing Parameters on the Surface Topography and Microstructure
Authors: Henriques Bruno , Fabris Douglas , Voisiat Bogdan , Boccaccini Aldo R. , Lasagni Andrés Fabián 
Published: September 2023

AbstractThis study investigates the influence of processing parameters when applying direct laser interference patterning (DLIP) on the morphology and microstructure of zirconia surfaces using a 10 ps‐pulsed laser source with 1064 nm wavelength. An experimental testing matrix is built with different values of laser fluence (5.7–18.2 J cm−2) and pulse overlap (66–98%). Surface morphology and microstructure are characterized by confocal microscopy and scanning electron microscopy. Homogeneous line‐like patterns with periodic spatial repetition of 5.0 µm, with varying depths, widths, and aspect ratio, are fabricated using proper processing parameters (5.7–7.6 J cm−2 and 92–96%). Structures with maximum depth of 1.5 µm and sharp edges are obtained (7.6 J cm−2 and 96% overlap). Ablated regions presented a morphology typical of photophysical ablation mechanism, with signs of molten material at the surface. Sub‐micrometric pores and nanodroplets are registered for all conditions, while sub‐micrometric cracks developed only for higher fluences. A processing window conducing to homogenous DLIP structures is set based on experimental data. Periodic structures with multiscale topographic features are successfully obtained on zirconia surfaces using DLIP technology in this study. These outcomes open new perspectives for fabrication of multifunctional zirconia surfaces for advanced biomedical and engineering applications.
A Bioresorbable and Conductive Scaffold Integrating Silicon Membranes for Peripheral Nerve Regeneration
Authors: Sun Pengcheng , Guan Yanjun , Yang Can , Hou Hanqing , Liu Shuang , Yang Boyao , Li Xiangling , Chen Shengfeng , Wang Liu , Wang Huachun , Huang Yunxiang , Sheng Xing , Peng Jiang , Xiong Wei , Wang Yu , Yin Lan 
Published: September 2023

AbstractPeripheral nerve injury represents one of the most common types of traumatic damage, severely impairing motor and sensory functions, and posttraumatic nerve regeneration remains a major challenge. Electrical cues are critical bioactive factors that promote nerve regrowth, and bioartificial scaffolds incorporating conductive materials to enhance the endogenous electrical field have been demonstrated to be effective. The utilization of fully biodegradable scaffolds can eliminate material residues, and circumvent the need for secondary retrieval procedures. Here, a fully bioresorbable and conductive nerve scaffold integrating N‐type silicon (Si) membranes is proposed, which can deliver both structural guidance and electrical cues for the repair of nerve defects. The entire scaffold is fully biodegradable, and the introduction of N‐type Si can significantly promote the proliferation and production of neurotrophic factors of Schwann cells and enhance the calcium activity of dorsal root ganglion (DRG) neurons. The conductive scaffolds enable accelerated nerve regeneration and motor functional recovery in rodents with sciatic nerve transection injuries. This work sheds light on the advancement of bioresorbable and electrically active materials to achieve desirable neural interfaces and improved therapeutic outcomes, offering essential strategies for regenerative medicine.
Perspectives on the Novel Multifunctional Nerve Guidance Conduits: From Specific Regenerative Procedures to Motor Function Rebuilding
Authors: Zhou Weixian , Rahman Muhammad Saif Ur , Sun Chengmei , Li Shilin , Zhang Nuozi , Chen Hao , Han Charles C. , Xu Shanshan , Liu Ying 
Published: September 2023

AbstractPeripheral nerve injury potentially destroys the quality of life by inducing functional movement disorders and sensory capacity loss, which results in severe disability and substantial psychological, social, and financial burdens. Autologous nerve grafting has been commonly used as treatment in the clinic; however, its rare donor availability limits its application. A series of artificial nerve guidance conduits (NGCs) with advanced architectures are also proposed to promote injured peripheral nerve regeneration, which is a complicated process from axon sprouting to targeted muscle reinnervation. Therefore, exploring the interactions between sophisticated NGC complexes and versatile cells during each process including axon sprouting, Schwann cell dedifferentiation, nerve myelination, and muscle reinnervation is necessary. This review highlights the contribution of functional NGCs and the influence of microscale biomaterial architecture on biological processes of nerve repair. Progressive NGCs with chemical molecule induction, heterogenous topographical morphology, electroactive, anisotropic assembly microstructure, and self‐powered electroactive and magnetic‐sensitive NGCs are also collected, and they are expected to be pioneering features in future multifunctional and effective NGCs.
Iodine‐Mediated Regioselective Radical Cyclization of o‐Vinylaryl Isocyanides with Disulfides/Diselenides Leading to 2‐Chalcogenated Quinolines
Authors: Li Ya‐Nan , Chen Fan , Zhang Xing‐Guo , Tu Hai‐Yong 
Published: September 2023

AbstractAn iodine‐mediated radical cyclization of o‐vinylaryl isocyanides with disulfides or diselenides was developed. The atom‐economic reaction provides a method for regioselective construction of the 2‐chalcogenated quinolines in 42–93% yields by incorporation of both chalcogen atoms of disulfides or diselenides into quinolines.
Beyond Extracellular Vesicles: Hybrid Membrane Nanovesicles as Emerging Advanced Tools for Biomedical Applications
Authors: Sun Meng , Yang Jiani , Fan Yueyun , Zhang Yinfeng , Sun Jian , Hu Min , Sun Ke , Zhang Jinfeng 
Published: September 2023

AbstractExtracellular vesicles (EVs), involved in essential physiological and pathological processes of the organism, have emerged as powerful tools for disease treatment owing to their unique natural biological characteristics and artificially acquired advantages. However, the limited targeting ability, insufficient production yield, and low drug‐loading capability of natural simplex EVs have greatly hindered their development in clinical translation. Therefore, the establishment of multifunctional hybrid membrane nanovesicles (HMNVs) with favorable adaptability and flexibility has become the key to expanding the practical application of EVs. This timely review summarizes the current progress of HMNVs for biomedical applications. Different HMNVs preparation strategies including physical, chemical, and chimera approaches are first discussed. This review then individually describes the diverse types of HMNVs based on homologous or heterologous cell membrane substances, a fusion of cell membrane and liposome, as well as a fusion of cell membrane and bacterial membrane. Subsequently, a specific emphasis is placed on the highlight of biological applications of the HMNVs toward various diseases with representative examples. Finally, ongoing challenges and prospects of the currently developed HMNVs in clinical translational applications are briefly presented. This review will not only stimulate broad interest among researchers from diverse disciplines but also provide valuable insights for the development of promising nanoplatforms in precision medicine.
Near‐Infrared Light‐Induced Reversible Deactivation Radical Polymerization: Expanding Frontiers in Photopolymerization
Authors: Wu Zilong , Boyer Cyrille 
Published: September 2023

AbstractPhotoinduced reversible deactivation radical polymerization (photo‐RDRP) or photoinduced controlled/living radical polymerization has emerged as a versatile and powerful technique for preparing functional and advanced polymer materials under mild conditions by harnessing light energy. While UV and visible light (λ = 400–700 nm) are extensively employed in photo‐RDRP, the utilization of near‐infrared (NIR) wavelengths (λ = 700–2500 nm) beyond the visible region remains relatively unexplored. NIR light possesses unique properties, including enhanced light penetration, reduced light scattering, and low biomolecule absorption, thereby providing opportunities for applying photo‐RDRP in the fields of manufacturing and medicine. This comprehensive review categorizes all known NIR light‐induced RDRP (NIR‐RDRP) systems into four mechanism‐based types: mediation by upconversion nanoparticles, mediation by photocatalysts, photothermal conversion, and two‐photon absorption. The distinct photoinitiation pathways associated with each mechanism are discussed. Furthermore, this review highlights the diverse applications of NIR‐RDRP reported to date, including 3D printing, polymer brush fabrication, drug delivery, nanoparticle synthesis, and hydrogel formation. By presenting these applications, the review underscores the exceptional capabilities of NIR‐RDRP and offers guidance for developing high‐performance and versatile photopolymerization systems. Exploiting the unique properties of NIR light unlocks new opportunities for synthesizing functional and advanced polymer materials.
Multi‐Mode Vibrational Triboelectric Nanogenerator for Broadband Energy Harvesting and Utilization in Smart Transmission Lines
Authors: Zhang Xiaosong , Yu Yang , Xia Xiao , Zhang Weiqi , Cheng Xiaojun , Li Hengyu , Wang Zhong Lin , Cheng Tinghai 
Published: September 2023

AbstractThe advantages of the triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) in environmental energy harvesting and utilization determine that they have great development potential in the digital application of power grids. This work focuses on the harvesting and utilization of vibration energy from transmission lines, specifically in the context of breeze vibrations and sub‐span oscillations. To this end, this work proposes a novel multi‐mode vibrational triboelectric nanogenerator (MV‐TENG) and three smart transmission line application strategies based on the MV‐TENG. The MV‐TENG design consists of an S‐beam to broaden the frequency response range by reducing high‐order modal frequencies, and a pair of allegro electrodes to efficiently harvest horizontal and vertical vibration energy. The MV‐TENG demonstrates the capability to harvest vibration energy within a range of 1–3.5 Hz horizontally and 4 Hz, 9–60 Hz vertically, covering the occurrence range of breeze vibrations and sub‐span oscillations of transmission line effectively. Three application strategies include self‐powered tower obstacle alerting, temperature and humidity online monitoring, and high‐temperature wireless warning of transmission lines based on MV‐TENG. In summary, this work presents a comprehensive implementation scheme for digitally integrating TENGs into smart transmission lines, thereby facilitating the engineering development of TENG technology in grid systems.
Carbon‐negative syngas production: A comprehensive assessment of biomass pyrolysis coupling chemical looping reforming
Authors: Liu Gen , Zhang Rongjiang , Sun Zhongshun , Zhang Bo , Wang Zhichao , Liu Jingjun , Yang Bolun , Wu Zhiqiang 
Published: September 2023

AbstractThis article introduces a pyrolysis chemical looping reforming (PCLR) process that produces carbon‐negative syngas in autothermal operation. To enhance the system's carbon negativity, a process configuration with oxygen carrier two‐stage regeneration is adopted, enabling internal CO2 utilization. The PCLR process is systematically evaluated and compared to chemical looping gasification and steam gasification processes in the process performance, energy efficiency, and environmental impact using a process model. Results reveal significant improvements over chemical looping gasification, including 69%, 45%, and 4% improvement in syngas yield, energy efficiency, and environmental benefit. Process analysis demonstrates that decoupling volatile reforming from pyrolysis and combustion enhances syngas quality, energy efficiency, and process flexibility. While the two‐stage regeneration sacrifices syngas production, it contributes to a 4% increase in carbon negativity and a 15% reduction in carbon emissions. Thus, the PCLR process effectively overcomes the limitations of chemical looping gasification systems and exhibits excellent process intensification performance.
Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in a child, following splenectomy under combined general and spinal anaesthesia
Authors: Gallop L. , McNeillis N. 
Published: September 2023

SummaryPosterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome is a rare and serious condition that presents with acute neurological symptoms with characteristic changes on imaging. It can lead to substantial morbidity and mortality, but can be reversible if recognised and treated. Here, we report a case of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome in a child post‐splenectomy under general anaesthesia with spinal anaesthesia. As far as we are aware, this condition has not previously been described in relation to spinal anaesthesia in the paediatric population. This case demonstrates the importance of recognising blood pressure changes in children, which can be challenging due to age‐, sex‐ and height‐related centiles for blood pressure measurements. Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome should be considered as a differential diagnosis for headache in a patient that has had a spinal anaesthesia.