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Crop diversity promotes the recovery of fungal communities in saline-alkali areas of the Western Songnen Plain
Authors: Li Bin , Liu Xiaoqian , Zhu Dan , Su Heng , Guo Kaiwen , Sun Guangyu , Li Xin , Sun Lei 
Published: February 2023

IntroductionPhytoremediation is an effective strategy for saline land restoration. In the Western Songnen Plain, northeast China, soil fungal community recovery for saline phytoremediation has not been well documented among different cropping patterns. In this study, we tested how rotation, mixture, and monoculture cropping patterns impact fungal communities in saline-alkali soils to assess the variability between cropping patterns.MethodsThe fungal communities of the soils of the different cropping types were determined using Illumina Miseq sequencing.ResultsMixture and rotation promoted an increase in operational taxonomic unit (OTU) richness, and OTU richness in the mixture system decreased with increasing soil depth. A principal coordinate analysis (PCoA) showed that cropping patterns and soil depths influenced the structure of fungal communities, which may be due to the impact of soil chemistry. This was reflected by soil total nitrogen (TN) and electrical conductivity (EC) being the key factors driving OTU richness, while soil available potassium (AK) and total phosphorus (TP) were significantly correlated with the relative abundance of fungal dominant genus. The relative abundance of Leptosphaerulina, Alternaria, Myrothecium, Gibberella, and Tetracladium varied significantly between cropping patterns, and Leptosphaerulina was significantly associated with soil chemistry. Soil depth caused significant differences in the relative abundance of Fusarium in rotation and mixture soils, with Fusarium more commonly active at 0–15 cm deep soil. Null-model analysis revealed that the fungal community assembly of the mixture soils in 0–15 cm deep soil was dominated by deterministic processes, unlike the other two cropping patterns. Furthermore, fungal symbiotic networks were more complex in rotation and mixture than in monoculture soils, reflected in more nodes, more module hubs, and connectors. The fungal networks in rotation and mixture soils were more stable than in monoculture soils, and mixture networks were obviously more connected than rotations. FUNGuild showed that the relative proportion of saprotroph in rotation and mixture was significantly higher than that in monocultures. The highest proportion of pathotroph and symbiotroph was exhibited in rotation and mixture soils, respectively.DiscussionOverall, mixture is superior to crop rotation and monocultures in restoring fungal communities of the saline-alkali soils of the Western Songnen Plain, northeast China.
Mean arterial pressure-aneurysm neck ratio predicts the rupture risk of intracranial aneurysm by reflecting pressure at the dome
Authors: Shen Jie , Huang Kaiyuan , Zhu Yu , Weng Yuxiang , Xiao Feng , Mungur Rajneesh , Wu Fan , Pan Jianwei , Zhan Renya 
Published: February 2023

Background and purposeThe unruptured intracranial aneurysm (UIA) has high disability and mortality rate after rupture, it is particularly important to assess the risk of UIA and to carry out individualized treatment. The objective of this research is to introduce a novel parameter to predict the rupture risk of UIA.MethodsA total of 649 patients with 964 intracranial aneurysms in our center were enrolled. A novel parameter named mean arterial pressure-aneurysmal neck ratio (MAPN) was defined. Ten baseline clinical features and twelve aneurysm morphological characteristics were extracted to generate the MAPN model. The discriminatory performance of the MAPN model was compared with the PHASES score and the UCAS score.ResultsIn hemodynamic analysis, MAPN was positively correlated with wall shear stress and aneurysm top pressure, with Pearson correlation coefficients of 0.887 and 0.791, respectively. The MAPN was larger in the ruptured group (36.62 ± 18.96 vs. 28.38 ± 14.58, P &lt; 0.001). The area under the curve (AUC) of the MAPN was superior than the AUC of aspect ratio (AR) and the bottleneck factor (BN), they were 0.64 (P &lt; 0.001; 95% CI, 0.588–0.692), 0.611 (P &lt; 0.001; 95% CI, 0.559–0.663) and 0.607 (P &lt; 0.001; 95% CI, 0.554–0.660), respectively. The MAPN model constructed by aneurysm size, aneurysm location, presence of secondary sacs and MAPN, demonstrated good discriminatory ability. The MAPN model exhibited superior performance compared with the UCAS score and the PHASES score (the AUC values were 0.799 [P &lt; 0.001; 95% CI, 0.756–0.840], 0.763 [P &lt; 0.001; 95% CI,0.719–0.807] and 0.741 [P &lt; 0.001; 95% CI, 0.695–0.787], respectively; the sensitivities were 0.849, 0.758 and 0.753, respectively).ConclusionsResearch demonstrates the potential of MAPN to augment the clinical decision-making process for assessing the rupture risk of UIAs.
Efficacy of Tai Chi on lower limb function of Parkinson’s disease patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Zhu Ping-an , Lu Qi-qi , Li Zhi-liang , Hu Rong-liang , Xu Shu , Brodersen Lisa , Liu Yuan-xin , Liu Howe , Bao Xiao 
Published: February 2023

BackgroundAt present, the effect of Tai Chi (TC) on lower limb function in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) is controversial. Therefore, we conducted a meta-analysis on the influence of TC on lower limb function in PD patients.MethodsAccording to the PRISMA guidelines, seven databases were searched. Randomized controlled trials (RCTS) were selected and screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. We assessed the quality of the studies using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool and then extracted the characteristics of the included studies. The random effect model was adopted, and heterogeneity was measured by I2 statistic.ResultsA total of 441 articles were screened, and 10 high-quality RCTs were with a total of 532 patients with PD met Our inclusion criteria. Meta-analysis showed that compared To control groups TC improved several outcomes. TC significantly improved motor function (SMD = −0.70; 95% CI = −0.95, −0.45; p &lt; 0.001; I2 = 35%), although The results were not statistically significant for The subgroup analysis of TC duration (SMD = −0.70; 95% CI = −0.95, −0.45; p = 0.88; I2 = 0%;). TC significantly improved balance function (SMD = 0.89; 95% CI = 0.51, 1.27; p &lt; 0.001; I2 = 54%), functional walking capacity (SMD = −1.24; 95% CI = −2.40, −0.09; p = 0.04; I2 = 95%), and gait velocity (SMD = 0.48; 95% CI = −0.02, 0.94; p = 0.04; I2 = 78%), But Did Not improve endurance (SMD = 0.31; 95% CI = −0.12, 0.75; p = 0.16; I2 = 0%), step length (SMD = 0.01; 95% CI = −0.34, 0.37; p = 0.94; I2 = 29%), and cadence (SMD = 0.06; 95% CI = −0.25, 0.36; p = 0.70; I2 = 0%).ConclusionTC has beneficial effects on motor function, balance function, functional walking ability, and gait velocity, but does not improve walking endurance, stride length, and cadence.
Modeling the acceptability of BCIs for motor rehabilitation after stroke: A large scale study on the general public
Authors: Grevet Elise , Forge Killyam , Tadiello Sebastien , Izac Margaux , Amadieu Franck , Brunel Lionel , Pillette Léa , Py Jacques , Gasq David , Jeunet-Kelway Camille 
Published: February 2023

IntroductionStrokes leave around 40% of survivors dependent in their activities of daily living, notably due to severe motor disabilities. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have been shown to be efficiency for improving motor recovery after stroke, but this efficiency is still far from the level required to achieve the clinical breakthrough expected by both clinicians and patients. While technical levers of improvement have been identified (e.g., sensors and signal processing), fully optimized BCIs are pointless if patients and clinicians cannot or do not want to use them. We hypothesize that improving BCI acceptability will reduce patients' anxiety levels, while increasing their motivation and engagement in the procedure, thereby favoring learning, ultimately, and motor recovery. In other terms, acceptability could be used as a lever to improve BCI efficiency. Yet, studies on BCI based on acceptability/acceptance literature are missing. Thus, our goal was to model BCI acceptability in the context of motor rehabilitation after stroke, and to identify its determinants.MethodsThe main outcomes of this paper are the following: i) we designed the first model of acceptability of BCIs for motor rehabilitation after stroke, ii) we created a questionnaire to assess acceptability based on that model and distributed it on a sample representative of the general public in France (N = 753, this high response rate strengthens the reliability of our results), iii) we validated the structure of this model and iv) quantified the impact of the different factors on this population.ResultsResults show that BCIs are associated with high levels of acceptability in the context of motor rehabilitation after stroke and that the intention to use them in that context is mainly driven by the perceived usefulness of the system. In addition, providing people with clear information regarding BCI functioning and scientific relevance had a positive influence on acceptability factors and behavioral intention.DiscussionWith this paper we propose a basis (model) and a methodology that could be adapted in the future in order to study and compare the results obtained with: i) different stakeholders, i.e., patients and caregivers; ii) different populations of different cultures around the world; and iii) different targets, i.e., other clinical and non-clinical BCI applications.
Prognostic and immunological role of sulfatide-related lncRNAs in hepatocellular carcinoma
Authors: Huang Xing Feng , Fu Li Sheng , Cai Qian Qian , Fan Fei 
Published: February 2023

BackgroundHepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common primary malignancy of the liver. Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) play important roles in the occurrence and development of HCC through multiple pathways. Our previous study reported the specific molecular mechanism for sulfatide regulation of integrin αV expression and cell adhesion in HCC cells through lncRNA AY927503. Next, it is necessary to identify more sulfatide-related lncRNAs, explore their clinical signifcance, and determine new targeted treatment strategies.MethodsMicroarrays were used to screen a complete set of lncRNAs with different expression profiles in sulfatide-treated cells. Sulfatide-related lncRNAs expression data and corresponding HCC patient survival information were obtained from the The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) database, and the prognosis prediction model was constructed based on Cox regression analysis. Methylated RNA immunoprecipitation with next generation sequencing (MeRIP-seq) was used to detemine the effect of sulfatide on lncRNAs m6A modification. Tumor Immune Estimation Resource (TIMER) and Gene set nnrichment analysis (GSEA) were utilized to enrich the immune and functional pathways of sulfatide-related lncRNAs.ResultsA total of 85 differentially expressed lncRNAs (|Fold Change (FC)|&gt;2, P&lt;0.05) were screened in sulfatide-treated HCC cells. As a result, 24 sulfatide-related lncRNAs were highly expressed in HCC tissues, six of which were associated with poor prognosis in HCC patients. Based on thses data, a sulfatide-related lncRNAs prognosis assessment model for HCC was constructed. According to this risk score analysis, the overall survival (OS) curve showed that the OS of high-risk patients was significantly lower than that of low-risk patients (P&lt;0.05). Notably, the expression difference in sulfatide-related lncRNA NRSN2-AS1 may be related to sulfatide-induced RNA m6A methylation. In addition, the expression level of NRSN2-AS1 was significantly positively correlated with immune cell infiltration in HCC and participated in the peroxisome and Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) signaling pathways.ConclusionsIn conclusion, sulfatide-related lncRNAs might be promising prognostic and therapeutic targets for HCC.
How to position the patient? A meta-analysis of positioning in vestibular schwannoma surgery via the retrosigmoid approach
Authors: Vychopen Martin , Arlt Felix , Güresir Erdem , Wach Johannes 
Published: February 2023

ObjectivePatient positioning is a matter of ongoing debate in the surgical treatment of vestibular schwannoma (VS). Main endpoints of this discussion are preservation of facial nerve functioning, extent of resection, and complications. In this meta-analysis, we aim to investigate the impact of patient positioning on VS surgery via the retrosigmoid approach.MethodsWe searched for eligible comparative trials on PubMed, Cochrane library, and Web of Science. Positioning groups were compared regarding facial nerve outcome, extent of resection, postoperative hydrocephalus, postoperative CSF leaks, perioperative venous air embolism, and perioperative mortality. Two groups of positions were defined, and the following positions were allocated to those groups: (1) Semi-sitting and Sitting-position; (2) Lateral position, supine position with extensive head rotation, lateral oblique (=Fukushima/Three-quarter prone), and park-bench position.ResultsFrom 374 full-text screenings, 7 studies met the criteria and were included in our meta-analysis comprising 1640 patients. Our results demonstrate a significantly better long-term (≥6 months) outcome of the facial nerve after VS surgery in the semi-sitting positioning (OR: 1.49, 95%CI: 1.03-2.15, p = 0.03). Positioning did not influence the extent of resection, rate of postoperative CSF leaks, and the presence of a postoperative hydrocephalus. Overall incidence of venous air embolisms was significantly associated with VS surgery in sitting positioning (OR: 6.77, 95% CI: 3.66-12.54, p &lt; 0.00001). Perioperative mortality was equal among both positioning groups.ConclusionSemi-sitting positioning seems to be associated with an improved facial nerve outcome after VS surgery via the retrosigmoid approach. Venous air embolisms are significantly more often observed among VS patients who underwent surgery in the sitting position, but the perioperative mortality is equal in both positioning groups. Both positioning groups are a safe procedure. Multicentric prospective randomized trials are needed to evaluate the risk-benefit ratio of each positioning in VS surgery via the retrosigmoid approach.
Rapid maxillary expansion treatment increases mid-facial depth in early mixed dentition
Authors: Si Jiaping , Hu Xinyi , Du Yu , Wei Mengyao , Xu Lehan , Li Bing , Chen Xiaoyan , Li Xuan 
Published: February 2023

ObjectiveTo evaluate the effects of rapid maxillary expansion (RME) on mid-facial depth in early mixed dentition and to investigate the relationship between change in mid-facial depth and maxillary sinus and nasal cavity.MethodsA total of 35 patients with mixed dentition treated with a Haas expander were included in this retrospective study. All patients underwent a cone-beam computed tomography scan before and after rapid maxillary expansion. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test was performed to evaluate the changes in maxillary width, facial depth, maxillary sinus, and nasal cavity volume before and after expansion. Multiple linear regression analysis was applied to evaluate the correlations among them.ResultsThe hard and soft tissue facial depth in the middle third increased significantly (P &lt; 0.001). The gain on the outer sagittal plane (1.04–1.52 mm) was slightly bigger than that on the inner sagittal plane (0.91–1.30 mm). Maxillary width and nasal cavity width increased 3.42 ± 0.93 mm (P &lt; 0.001) and 2.25 ± 0.77 mm (P &lt; 0.001), respectively, after treatment. A gain was also achieved in both nasal cavity volume (2,236.15 mm3, P &lt; 0.001) and maxillary sinus volume (1,227.33 mm3, P &lt; 0.001). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that with the increase in maxillary sinus volume, the facial depth increased as well (B = 0.455–0.683, P &lt; 0.05). Also, statistically significant correlations were found between nasal width and nasal cavity volume (B = 0.384, P &lt; 0.05).ConclusionThe depth of the middle third face increased significantly. The facial depth increase was related to the enlargement of maxillary sinus volume, while the nasal cavity volume gain was related to the nasal width increase. This indicated that RME might enhance the fullness of the mid-face and facilitate the patency of nose breathing.
Case report: Emergency treatment of late-presenting congenital diaphragmatic hernia with tension gastrothorax in three Chinese children
Authors: Guo Rui , Zhang Lina , Zhang Shisong , Xu Hongxiu , Zhai Yunpeng , Zhao Huashan , Lv Longfei 
Published: February 2023

BackgroundCongenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a scarce birth defect. It is called late-presenting CDH when symptoms are found after 1 month of life. The clinical manifestations of late-presenting CDH are diverse, among which the most fatal is the cardiac arrest caused by tension gastrothorax. The disease is rare, can easily lead to death owing to improper emergency treatment. This report illustrates the emergency treatment of late-presenting CDH with tension gastrothorax in three Chinese children.Case reports and managementThree children presented to emergency room with a sudden dyspnea, diagnosed accurately by x-ray or computed tomography. In case 1, the gastric tube could not be inserted at the first attempt, and the child cried incessantly. Cardiac arrest occurred when the gastric tube was re-inserted. After cardiopulmonary resuscitation and placement of a thoracic drainage tube, a large amount of gas and stomach contents were drained. Laparoscopic surgery was performed. The patient died of sepsis. In case 2, the gastric tube could not be inserted at the first attempt; consequently, emergency surgery was considered instead of retrying. After the patient was anesthetized, a gastric tube was successfully placed. Subsequently, a large amount of gas and gastric contents was drained, and thoracoscopic surgery was performed. The patient recovered evenly. In case 3, the gastric tube was successfully inserted at the first attempt; however, the vital signs were unstable due to poor drainage of the gastric tube. We injected 20 ml of iohexol into the stomach tube for angiography and dynamic chest film monitoring. After adjusting the position of the stomach tube, the stomach collapsed completely. Thoracoscopic surgery was performed. The patient recovered evenly.ConclusionEarly diagnosis is essential for children with late-presenting CDH complicated by tension gastrothorax. Fully collapsing the stomach is a key step in emergency treatment. In addition, gastric tube insertion is the first choice. In children with difficulty in gastric tube placement at the first attempt, the gastric tube can be placed under anesthesia, and emergency surgery performed simultaneously. Endoscopic surgery can be the first choice in cases of complete stomach collapse.
Direction and distribution sensitivity of sup-DOF interference suppression for GNSS array antenna receiver
Authors: Sun Yifan , Chen Feiqiang , Wang Feixue , Liu Wenxiang , Li Baiyu , Song Jie 
Published: February 2023

Introduction: Distributed wideband jamming (interference) is commonly used in navigation countermeasure. Due to the limited volume of GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) array antenna receiver, the number of interferences usually exceeds the number of array elements. At present, the anti-jamming capability and mechanism of Global Navigation Satellite System array antenna against distributed sup-DOF (Degree of Freedom) interference have not been fully studied.Methods and innovation: To solve this problem, this paper analyzes the characteristics of GNSS System array antenna against sup-Degree of Freedom interference by formula derivation and simulation. Firstly, the definition of sup-Degree of Freedom interference of Global Navigation Satellite System array antenna is proposed from the perspective of spatial anti-jamming; Secondly, the directional characteristics of Global Navigation Satellite System array antenna for sup-Degree of Freedom interference suppression are analyzed.Results: The results show that the performance of sup-Degree of Freedom interference suppression is sensitive to the direction and distribution of interference. On the one hand, the residual interference power varies from interference direction and distribution, while the minimum value of which is zero and the maximum value is the sum of interference power. On the other hand, the suppression performance of UCA (Uniform Circular Array) and central Uniform Circular Array is periodic along azimuth. If the number of elements on the circumference is M (M ≥ 3), the period of the suppression performance is 4π/M/3+(−1M+1.Discussion: The conclusion of this paper show the upper and lower bounds of sup-Degree of Freedom interference suppression performance and the variation rule in azimuth, which can be used in the fields such as interference deployment, anti-jamming performance evaluation and anti-jamming algorithm development.
Acute alcohol intoxication and alcohol expectancy effects on women’s memory for consensual and non-consensual sexual activity
Authors: Stevens Laura M. , Monds Lauren Ann , Riordan Benjamin , Hayre Rumandeep K. , Flowe Heather D. 
Published: February 2023

ObjectiveTo test whether acute alcohol intoxication and alcohol expectancy affects how accurately women remember consensual and non-consensual sexual activity that occurred during an interactive hypothetical dating scenario.DesignA balanced placebo randomized study that varied alcohol dose (mean Breath Alcohol Content; BrAC = 0.06%) and alcohol expectancy prior to participants encoding a hypothetical interactive rape scenario was implemented. Participants could elect to consent to sexual activity with a male partner in the hypothetical scenario. If they stopped consenting, non-consensual sexual intercourse (i.e., rape) was described. Seven days later, participants’ memory for consensual and non-consensual sexual activity in the scenario was tested.Main outcome measuresMemory accuracy, confidence, and feelings of intoxication.ResultsA total of 90 females (M age = 20.5, SD = 2.2) were tested regarding their memory accuracy for the consensual and non-consensual sexual activities in the scenario. A multi-level logistic regression predicting memory accuracy for the perpetrator’s behaviors during the rape indicated no effect of alcohol intoxication. However, a main effect of alcohol expectancy was found, whereby participants who expected to consume alcohol, compared to those who did not, recalled the perpetrator’s behaviors during the rape more accurately. A second regression predicting memory accuracy for consensual sexual activity found no main effects for alcohol intoxication or alcohol expectancy. Participants recalled consensual sexual activity with a high degree of accuracy. Calibration analyses indicated that accuracy increased with confidence level, regardless of intoxication level or alcohol expectancy condition, but that women tended to be overconfident in general.ConclusionThis study provides an important test of how accurately women remember consensual and non-consensual sexual activities. The accuracy of this information is important for forensic medical examinations and police investigations following an allegation of sexual assault. Increased memory accuracy was found for offence details when participants expected to consume alcohol, suggesting there may be important differences in attentional processes (e.g., hypervigilance) depending on whether threat is present. Further research is necessary to investigate memory for sexual violence in real-world settings and to test methods for ascertaining the most complete and reliable accounts.