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Libraries advancing health equity:a literature review
Authors: Wilson Amanda J. , Staley Catherine , Davis Brittney , Anton Blair 
Published: February 2023

PurposeProgress toward health equity is necessary to reduce health disparities, and health literacy is key to achieving this goal. Because libraries provide access to knowledge and insights about their communities, they are effective partners in advancing health equity and implementing programs to reduce health disparities. A literature review on library programs and activities that focus on promoting health equity was conducted.Design/methodology/approachA literature review on library programs and activities concerning health equity and social determinants of health was conducted. Relevant literature was identified from searches of databases, library publications and grey literature.FindingsThe authors found 224 eligible sources and many types of libraries advancing health equity. Libraries frame their role in advancing health equity through external programs in three ways: (1) providing access to high-quality health information, (2) delivering health literacy training and resources and (3) connecting their communities with community health services. Libraries also advance health equity by focusing on internal library operations and providing research services focused on cultural humility and competence as they apply to health care.Originality/valueThis literature review will help the National Library of Medicine (NLM) develop a strategy to support libraries advancing health equity through information made available by programs and activities of NLM and the Network of the National Library of Medicine.
Understanding experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients at the emergency departments in Australia
Authors: Rahman Muhammad Aziz , Huda Md Nazmul , Somerville Emma , Penny Lauren , Dashwood Ryan , Bloxsome Sharon , Warrior Keith , Pratt Katie , Lankin Margaret , Kenny Kevin , Arabena Kerry 
Published: February 2023

AbstractObjectivesThe present study describes the experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients and the factors that shaped their experiences of ED visits in regional settings.MethodsThis is a qualitative descriptive study. We conducted semi‐structured in‐depth interviews with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients who used the ED services at three hospitals in New South Wales, Northern Territory and South Australia. We coded the collected data and analysed them using a thematic analysis technique.ResultsA total of 33 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients participated. Analyses of their experiences revealed four themes, which included: (i) patients' waiting times in ED; (ii) cultural determinants of health; (iii) treatment services; and (iv) safety, security and privacy.ConclusionsA holistic approach and a robust hospital commitment to address cultural needs while considering overall health, social and emotional wellbeing, will enhance Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients' satisfaction for ED visits.
The complexity of cortical folding is reduced in chronic cocaine users
Authors: Trevisan Nicolò , Di Camillo Fabio , Ghiotto Niccolò , Cattarinussi Giulia , Sala Maddalena , Sambataro Fabio 
Published: February 2023

AbstractCocaine use is a worldwide health problem with psychiatric, somatic and socioeconomic complications, being the second most widely used illicit drug in the world. Despite several structural neuroimaging studies, the alterations in cortical morphology associated with cocaine use and addiction are still poorly understood. In this study, we compared the complexity of cortical folding (CCF), a measure that aims to summarize the convoluted structure of the cortex between patients with cocaine addiction (n = 52) and controls (n = 36), and correlated it with characteristics of addiction and impulsivity. We found that patients with cocaine addiction had greater impulsivity and showed reduced CCF in a cluster that encompassed the left insula and the supramarginal gyrus (SMG) and in one in the left medial orbitofrontal cortex. Finally, the CCF in the left medial orbitofrontal cortex was correlated with the age of onset of cocaine addiction and with attentional impulsivity. Overall, our findings suggest that chronic cocaine use is associated with changes in the cortical surface in the fronto‐parieto‐limbic regions that underlie emotional regulation and these changes are associated with earlier cocaine use. Future longitudinal studies are warranted to unravel the association of these changes with the diathesis for the disorder and with the chronic use of this substance.
Differentiation of human spermatogonial stem cells using a human decellularized testicular scaffold supplemented by platelet‐rich plasma
Authors: Salem Maryam , Feizollahi Narjes , Jabari Ayob , Golmohammadi Mohammad Ghasem , Shirinsokhan Armaghan , Ghanami Gashti Nasrin , Bashghareh Alieh , Nikmahzar Aghbibi , Abbasi Yasaman , Naji Mohammad , Abbasi Mehdi 
Published: February 2023

AbstractBackgroundEffective culture systems for attachment, migration, proliferation, and differentiation of spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs) can be a promising therapeutic modality for preserving male fertility. Decellularized extracellular matrix (ECM) from native testis tissue creates a local microenvironment for testicular cell culture.Furthermore, platelet‐rich plasma (PRP) contains various growth factors for the proliferation and differentiation of SSCs.MethodsIn this study, human testicular cells were isolated and cultured for 4 weeks, and SSCs were characterized using immunocytochemistry (ICC) and flow cytometry. Human testicular tissue was decellularized (0.3% SDS, 1% Triton), and the efficiency of the decellularization process was confirmed by histological staining and DNA content analysis. SSCs were cultured on the human decellularized testicular matrix (DTM) for 4 weeks. The viability and the expression of differentiation genes were evaluated by MTT and real‐time polymerase chain reaction (PCR), respectively.ResultsHistological evaluation and DNA content analysis showed that the components of ECM were preserved during decellularization. Our results showed that after 4 weeks of culture, the expression levels of BAX, BCL‐2, PLZF, and SCP3 were unchanged, while the expression of PRM2 significantly increased in the cells cultured on DTM supplemented with PRP (ECM‐PRP). In addition, the expression of GFRA1 was significantly decreased in the ECM group compared to the control and PRP groups. Furthermore, the MTT test indicated that viability was significantly enhanced in cells plated on DTM supplemented with PRP.ConclusionOur study demonstrated that DTM supplemented with PRP can provide an effective culture system for the differentiation and viability of SSCs.
Cortical activation and oxygen perfusion in preterm newborns during kangaroo mother care: A pilot study
Authors: Bembich Stefano , Castelpietra Elena , Cont Gabriele , Travan Laura , Cavasin Julia , Dolliani Matteo , Traino Rosaria , Demarini Sergio 
Published: February 2023

AbstractAimThis study aimed to assess the functional activation of preterm newborns' cerebral cortex during kangaroo mother care. Possible effects of gestational age and previous kangaroo mother care experience were also considered.MethodsFifteen preterm newborns were recruited (gestational age: 24–32 weeks). Cortical activation was assessed in frontal, motor and primary somatosensory cortices after 15 and 30 min of kangaroo mother care by multichannel near‐infrared spectroscopy (gestational age at assessment: 30–36 weeks). Both oxy‐ and deoxy‐haemoglobin variations were analysed by t‐test. Possible effects of gestational age and previous kangaroo mother care experience on cortical activation were studied by regression analysis.ResultsAfter 15 min, bilateral activations (oxy‐haemoglobin increase) were observed in frontal, somatosensory and motor cortices. After 30 min, the right motor and primary somatosensory cortices were found activated. Deoxy‐haemoglobin increased after 15 min, returning to baseline at 30 min. After 15 min, there was a positive effect of gestational age at the assessment on both haemoglobin concentrations and a negative effect of previous kangaroo mother care on deoxy‐haemoglobin increase.ConclusionMotor and somatosensory cortices, particularly on the right side, showed significant activation during kangaroo mother care. Kangaroo mother care seems to benefit activated cortical areas by improving oxygen supply.
Your voice pitch speaks volumes about you: How voice pitch affects mind perception of the speakers
Authors: Jin Wen Jie , Park Sang Hee 
Published: February 2023

AbstractThree studies investigated how speakers' pitch affects listeners' attribution of mental capacity (e.g., the ability to feel emotions and physical sensations such as pain and pleasure; Gray et al., Science, 315, 2007, 619) to them and further explored downstream effects on social judgements. In Study 1 (N = 234), participants perceived more experience in higher‐(vs. lower‐)pitched speakers, whereas there was no significant difference in perception of agency to lower pitched or higher pitched speakers. In later studies, we expanded the relationship between male speakers' pitch and attributed experience in diverse contexts and observed that participants attributed more experience to higher pitched male victims, which was related to higher estimation of harm severity, leading to more negative judgement of the harmdoers (Study 2; N = 121) as well as recommendation for stronger treatment for the speakers (Study 3; N = 116). Our findings indicate that mind perception can vary as a function of targets' voice pitch, and in turn may influence people's judgements involving the speakers, as well as behavioural intentions towards them.
Change in lacrimal gland volume and aqueous tear production following treatment with teprotumumab
Authors: Ugradar Shoaib , Zimmerman Erin , Parunakian Emanuil , Kang Julia , Cockerham Kimberly , Douglas Raymond S. 
Published: February 2023

AbstractBackgroundDry eye syndrome occurs in up to 85% of patients with thyroid eye disease (TED). Lacrimal gland enlargement correlates with subjective tearing and a reduction in quality of life in patients with TED.MethodsIn this prospective longitudinal study, patients presenting for the treatment of TED were considered for eligible. Primary outcomes included a change in the volume of the lacrimal gland and the production of tears following treatment with teprotumumab. The volume of lacrimal glands and proptosis was calculated using 3D volumetric analysis. Tear production was measured by Schirmer's test and associated symptoms were assessed using the VLSQ‐8. The orbit with the most proptosis was designated the study orbit and the contralateral orbit was designated the fellow orbit.ResultsTwenty patients were included. Mean (SD) age was 61 (18) and mean duration of TED prior to therapy was 48 months (47). Lacrimal gland volume in the study orbit decreased from 768 mm3 (288) to 486 mm3 (173) (p < 0.01) following therapy. For the fellow orbit, volume reduced from 637 mm3 (261) to 379 mm3 (147) (p < 0.01). Schirmer's test reading (STR) in the study orbit increased from 14.5 mm (8.2) to 23 mm (10) (p < 0.01) (59%) following treatment. In the fellow orbit, STR increased from 12.7 mm (7) to 21 mm (9) post therapy (69%) (p < 0.01). There was a significant improvement on all parts of the VLSQ‐8.ConclusionTeprotumumab significantly reduces TED related expansion of the lacrimal gland, increases tear production, and improves dry eye symptoms.
Can hidradenitis suppurativa patients classify their lesions by means of a digital lesion identification scheme?
Authors: Schultheis Michael , Staubach‐Renz Petra , Grabbe Stephan , Hennig Katharina , Khoury Fareed , Nikolakis Georgios , Kirschner Uwe 
Published: February 2023

SummaryBackground and objectivesHidradenitis suppurativa (HS) differs widely with respect to its clinical presentation. Literature imposes different phenotypes potentially implying different treatment modalities. The aim of this study is to develop a validated scheme that enables HS patients to identify their own lesion types.Patients and MethodsThe developed schemes for physicians and patients were implemented in a specific software. Upon patient consent, the physician used the software to document the lesions identified. Patients subsequently logged into the patient‐version of the software from the convenience of their home and selected the lesions they identified on themselves. Afterwards the correlation between professionals and patients was tested.ResultsFor seven lesion types, correlation coefficients were statistically significant. A large/strong correlation between patients and physicians was found for the draining fistulas (0.59) and double‐ended comedones (0.50). For five other lesion types, correlation was medium/moderate, namely the inflammatory nodule (0.37), abscess (0.30), accordion like‐/ bridged scar (0.45), epidermal cyst (0.33) and pilonidal sinus (0.39).ConclusionsHS‐patients demonstrate high willingness to share their experiences and data. Therefore, a self‐assessment scheme, as the developed LISAI, can be a valuable tool to enrich patient surveys with the identification of lesion types, for instance as a basis for phenotyping.
Single‐case experimental designs for child neurological rehabilitation and developmental disability research
Authors: Krasny‐Pacini Agata 
Published: February 2023

AbstractSingle‐case experimental designs (SCEDs) are a group of methodologies of growing interest, aiming to test the effectiveness of an intervention at the single‐participant level, using a rigorous and prospective methodology. SCEDs may promote flexibility on how we design research protocols and inform clinical decision‐making, especially for personalized outcome measures, inclusion of families with challenging needs, measurement of children's progress in relation to parental implementation of interventions, and focus on personal goals. Design options for SCEDs are discussed in relation to an expected on/off effect of the intervention (e.g. school/environmental adaptation, assistive technology devices) or, alternatively, on an expected carry‐on/maintenance of effects (interventions aiming to develop or restore a function). Randomization in multiple‐baseline designs and ‘power’ calculations are explained. The most frequent reasons for not detecting an intervention effect in SCEDs are also presented, especially in relation to baseline length, trend, and instability. The use of SCEDs on the front and back ends of randomized controlled trials is discussed.What this paper adds

Single‐case experimental designs (SCEDs) may promote flexibility on how we design research protocols.
Randomization in multiple‐baseline designs allows ‘power’ calculations based on randomization tests.
Whenever feasible, N‐of‐1 trials should be preferred to other SCEDs and to group randomized controlled trials.
Executive function and behaviour problems in school‐age children born at risk of neonatal hypoglycaemia
Authors: Dai Darren W. T. , Franke Nike , McKinlay Christopher J. D. , Wouldes Trecia A. , Brown Gavin T. L. , Shah Rajesh , Nivins Samson , Harding Jane E. ,   for the Children With Hypoglycaemia and Their Later Development (CHYLD) Study Group
Published: February 2023

AbstractAimTo examine the relationship between neonatal hypoglycaemia and specific areas of executive function and behaviour in mid‐childhood.MethodParticipants in a prospective cohort study of infants born late preterm or at term at risk of neonatal hypoglycaemia were assessed at 9 to 10 years. We assessed executive function using performance‐based (Cambridge Neuropsychological Tests Automated Battery) and questionnaire‐based (Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function) measures and behaviour problems with the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire. Data are reported as adjusted odds ratio (aOR) with 95% confidence intervals, and standardized regression coefficients.ResultsWe assessed 480 (230 females, 250 males; mean age 9 years 5 months [SD 4 months, range 8 years 8 months–11 years 0 months]) of 587 eligible children (82%). There were no differences in performance‐based executive function between children who did and did not experience neonatal hypoglycaemia (blood glucose <2.6 mmoL/L). However, children who experienced hypoglycaemia, especially if severe or recurrent, were at greater risk of parent‐reported metacognition difficulties (aOR 2.37–3.71), parent‐reported peer (aOR 1.62–1.89) and teacher‐reported conduct (aOR 2.14 for severe hypoglycaemia) problems. Both performance‐ and questionnaire‐based executive functions were associated with behaviour problems.InterpretationNeonatal hypoglycaemia may be associated with difficulties in specific aspects of parent‐reported executive functions and behaviour problems in mid‐childhood.
Papillary muscle ventricular ectopy ablation in a malignant mitral valve prolapse
Authors: Conti Sergio , Sabatino Francesco , Caserta Carlo , Sgarito Giuseppe 
Published: February 2023

AbstractPatients with mitral valve prolapse (MVP) have a heterogeneous clinical spectrum, ranging from benign to severe clinical presentations such as sudden cardiac death (SCD). Some of the markers of “arrhythmic MVP” include inverted/biphasic T‐waves, QT prolongation, and polymorphic premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) originating from the left ventricular outflow tract and papillary muscles (PMs). The genesis of arrhythmias in MVP recognizes the combination of the substrate (fibrosis) and the trigger (mechanical stretch). Therefore, ablation of ventricular arrhythmias originating from PMs in a patient with MVP can be considered an adjunctive strategy to lower the arrhythmic burden and reduce the risk of ICD shocks.
The years of Monte dei Paschi's disengagement 2012–2019
Authors: Ferri Giovanni , Fiorito Luca 
Published: February 2023

AbstractWe review the critical phase of Economic Notes focusing on the years from 2012 to 2019 when the Journal suffered from the progressive disengagement by its founder, the Monte dei Paschi di Siena. The main reason for that gradual detachment is identified in the performance difficulties Monte was suffering from. Against the progressive fading away of the support provided by the Bank, the Journal entered a halo of the potential crisis itself. However, soon some measures were taken to allow Economic Notes to develop new and autonomous ways to project its own future. Specifically, we outline how the major changes in the structure of the Editorial Board were conducive to launching a new phase in which the Journal learned to rely more and more on low‐cost ways to gain visibility and attract quality submissions. That new strategy materialized through the widespread adoption of repeated Calls for Papers to generate the consequent Special Issues. The topics selected for the Calls for Papers were selected with a view at themes that were policy‐relevant and, whenever possible, not too far from the potential interest of Monte dei Paschi. We show that those Special Issues were functional to engineer a recovery in the Journal's performance. It was essentially owing to that resumed good health and recovered resonance that when Monte finally abandoned it Economic Notes was by and large equipped for the new venture.
The recent changes of Economic Notes, 2019–2021
Authors: Ferri Giovanni 
Published: February 2023

AbstractWe assess that the passage of Economic Notes' property from the founding Bank Monte dei Paschi di Siena to Wiley occurred smoothly, and behind formal discontinuities, a real continuity occurred. Over the years 2012–2019, Economic Notes had starved because the difficulties of Monte obstructed the regular flow of financial support. The survival of the Journal was achieved through editorial innovations through attractive Calls for Papers and the ensuing quality submissions to feed Special Issues. These efforts restored the good health of Economic Notes when its ownership switched, and in the final 3 years considered here (2019–2021), the Journal showed no sign of worsening performance. Thus, we may state that the lifesaver passage under Wiley's ownership was not the swan song but the Journal is still alive and well.
Economic notes: The early years, 1972–1983
Authors: Asso Pier Francesco , Ferri Giovanni 
Published: February 2023

AbstractWe set the stage in 1972 when the bank Monte dei Paschi di Siena founded Economic Notes as part of its manifold scheme to reach two main goals: going international and acquiring a stronger position in the public discourse on economics and finance. Then, we highlight how the new Journal aimed at achieving Monte's goals by adopting a specific editorial style. Moreover, through the turmoil of its first dozen years, Economic Notes' bold strategy attracted top international authors and testimonials, selected topical issues, knitted theory and policy, embraced pluralist and forward‐looking views, helped the University of Siena to strengthen its international connections. The Journal quickly became a landmark for domestic, European and global debates owing also to favourable contingencies. A special blessing was that, would be Nobel laureate, Bob Mundell had just settled down in a shabby villa in the outskirts of Siena where he organized the Santa Colomba Meetings. Those informal summer workshops brought a free flow of the most authoritative experts on international money and finance exactly at the time the Bretton Woods monetary order collapsed and stagflation risks emerged. That greatly favoured the editorial success of the Journal throughout the 1970s.
Spring emergence and canopy development strategies in miscanthus hybrids in Mediterranean, continental and maritime European climates
Authors: Magenau Elena , Clifton‐Brown John , Parry Catherine , Ashman Chris , Awty‐Carroll Danny , Ferrarini Andrea , Kontek Mislav , Martani Enrico , Amaducci Stefano , Davey Chris , Dolstra Oene , Jurišić Vanja , Kam Jason , Trindade Luisa M. , Lewandowski Iris , Kiesel Andreas 
Published: February 2023

AbstractDue to its versatility and storability, biomass is an important resource for renewable materials and energy. Miscanthus hybrids combine high yield potential, low input demand, tolerance of certain marginal land types and several ecosystem benefits. To date, miscanthus breeding has focussed on increasing yield potential by maximising radiation interception through: (1) selection for early emergence, (2) increasing the growth rate to reach canopy closure as fast as possible, and (3) delayed flowering and senescence. The objective of this study is to compare early season re‐growth in miscanthus hybrids cultivated across Europe. Determination of differences in early canopy development on end‐of‐year yield traits is required to provide information for breeding decisions to improve future crop performance. For this purpose, a trial was planted with four miscanthus hybrids (two novel seed‐based hybrids M. sinensis × sinensis [M sin × sin] and M. sacchariflorus × sinensis [M sac × sin], a novel rhizome‐based M sac × sin and a standard Miscanthus × giganteus [M × g] clone) in the UK, Germany, Croatia and Italy, and was monitored in the third and fourth growing season. We determined differences between the hybrids in base temperature, frost sensitivity and emergence strategy. M × g and M sac × sin mainly emerged from belowground plant organs, producing fewer but thicker shoots at the beginning of the growing season but these shoots were susceptible to air frosts (determined by recording 0°C 2 m above ground surface). By contrast, M sin × sin emerged 10 days earlier, avoiding damage by late spring frosts and producing a high number of thinner shoots from aboveground shoots. Therefore, we recommend cultivating M sac × sin at locations with low risk and M sin × sin at locations with higher risk of late spring frosts. Selecting miscanthus hybrids that produce shoots throughout the vegetation period is an effective strategy to limit the risk of late frost damage and avoid reduction in yield from a shortened growing season.