bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Experiences implementing hydrocolloid dressings after caesarean section
Authors: Scheck Simon M , Sircar Sikhar 
Published: April 2023

Aim: Despite increasing interest in reduction of surgical site infection (SSI) after caesarean section, there is limited evidence around optimal dressing choice. We report the experience of a secondary hospital in regional New Zealand changing from a basic contact dressing to a hydrocolloid dressing over a three-month period, reporting SSI rates, midwifery and nursing experience, and cost. Method: A retrospective cohort study of hydrocolloid dressings for caesarean sections over three months, compared with basic contact dressings in caesarean sections in the same period one year previously. We report wound swabs with significant growth; results from a survey sent to midwifery and nursing staff; and cost per dressing, as well as the number of dressing changes before discharge. Results: In the hydrocolloid group (n=94) four patients had significant growth on wound swabs (4.3%, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0–10.6%) compared with six patients in the basic contact group (n=117) (5.1%, 95% CI: 1.0–7.1%). Only 9/20 (45%) midwives reported that they liked the hydrocolloid dressings, compared with 19/21 (90%) liking the basic contact dressings, primarily due to difficulty removing the dressings. When accounting for the number of dressing changes on the ward, the cost per caesarean section was $5.11 NZD for hydrocolloid dressings, compared with $5.72 NZD for basic contact dressings. Conclusion: Our initial experience with a change to hydrocolloid dressings showed promising results with regard to SSI rates, as well as a cost reduction. This, however, is to be balanced with dressings that are potentially more difficult to remove, resulting in reduced midwifery and nursing satisfaction.
Hyalomatrix coverage in scalp wounds with exposed cranium and dura
Authors: Kozusko Steven D , Bird Dorothy , Fahey A Leilani 
Published: April 2023

Aim: The armamentarium of options available for soft tissue reconstruction of the scalp spans the reconstructive ladder. The purpose of this paper is to describe a case series of patients with exposed cranium and dura who were successfully reconstructed using esterified hyalomatrix (eHAM, Hyalomatrix, Medline Industries Inc., US). Methods: After obtaining Institutional Review Board approval, a retrospective review of the senior author's (ALF) patient database was completed. Patients who underwent scalp reconstruction using eHAM were identified. Each patient's chart was reviewed and data collected on demographics, days to skin graft, duration of follow-up, pathology, comorbidities and complications. Results: This case series consisted of five patients aged ≥18 years, with scalp wounds exposing dura or cranium, who were treated with eHAM as a bridge to definitive coverage with a skin graft. Each wound successfully granulated the exposed critical structure with the use of the eHAM. The mean time to skin graft coverage was 41 days, with a range of 13–79 days. Of the series of five patients, four had a follow-up of ≥12 weeks. The mean defect size was 90.2cm2. Conclusion: Complex scalp reconstruction can be accomplished using healing by secondary intention, skin grafts, local flaps, tissue expansion and free tissue transfer. As shown in this case series, another option available in select patients is using a dermal substitute such as eHAM. This is one treatment option available to reconstructive surgeons in multiple specialties.
Efficacy of bioabsorbable dressing combined with antibacterial spray for treatment of third-degree burns
Authors: Ting Liu , Yongchao Li , Chan Liu , Yeda Lv , Dongxu Liu , Zhiming Yuan 
Published: April 2023

Objective: To evaluate the clinical efficacy of a bioabsorbable dressing in combination with antibacterial spray in treating third-degree burns. Method: Patients with third-degree burns in our hospital from February 2019 to February 2020 were enrolled and divided into an experimental group and a control group. In all patients, two wound repair surgeries were performed. During the first surgery, bioabsorbable dressing (PELNAC, Gunze Medical Equipment (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., China) was used for wound treatment. During the second surgery, autologous split-thickness skin graft was performed. For patients in the experimental group, bioabsorbable dressings (PELNAC) were uniformly applied with antibacterial spray during the operation and during postoperative dressing. For patients in the control group, antibacterial spray was not used. Results: A total of 68 patients took part in the study (experimental group n=36; control group n=32). Infection rate in the experimental group was significantly lower than that in the control group (2.8% versus 21.9%, respectively; p<0.05). The mean wound healing time in the experimental group was shorter by 3.2 days and the wound healing rate of the experimental group was significantly higher than that in the control group (p<0.05). Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS) scores at specific postoperative time intervals were significantly reduced in the experimental group compared with those in the control group (p<0.05). Conclusion: Bioabsorbable dressing combined with antibacterial spray could reduce infection rate, shorten wound healing time and reduce scar formation in repairing third-degree burns.
Intralesional epidermal growth factor therapy in recalcitrant diabetic foot ulcers
Authors: Özker Emre 
Published: April 2023

Objectives:Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) cause high morbidity and mortality despite best treatment. Thus, new products are urgently needed to treat DFUs. Intralesional epidermal growth factor (EGF) (Heberprot-p) is considered to be an adjuvant therapy to standard of care (SOC) in DFUs. In the present study, the effect of Heberprot-p treatment on wound healing is compared to standard treatment.Methods:The data of patients with DFUs were retrospectively analysed. The patients who had had DFUs of at least four weeks' duration and who had been treated in the wound clinic between January 2014 and 2017 were included in the study. The patients were divided into study and control groups. The study group consisted of patients in whom intralesional recombinant human EGF, Heberprot-p 75μg, was applied; the control group consisted of the remaining patients in whom EGF was not applied. The efficacy of Heberprot-p treatment in Wagner 2 and 3 DFUs were retrospectively investigated.Results:The study group (n=29 patients) who received Heberprot-p treatment was found to have shorter treatment times and higher rates of wound healing than the control group (n=22 patients). Although the amputation rate in the study group was less than the control group, the difference was not statistically significant.Conclusion:Heberprot-p therapy is a promising treatment in DFUs, which can be routinely used as an adjunct to standard care.
Pressure injury susceptibility related to lifestyle factors in patients with spinal cord injury: a cross-sectional survey
Authors: Gyawali Dronacharya , Tharu Niraj Singh 
Published: April 2023

Aim: To identify the lifestyle factors preventing and predisposing to the development of pressure injuries (PIs) in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) living in the community in Bangladesh. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional survey was conducted using a convenient sampling method. An equal number of participants, both with PIs and without, were recruited from the community, and a face-to-face interview was conducted. The standard outcome measure used to identify lifestyle factors in SCI was the Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Scale. The odds ratio (OR) was used to measure the associated difference between both groups and with sociodemographic variables. A p-value of ≤0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The study cohort comprised 80 participants—40 with PIs and 40 without. The study findings showed that lifestyle factors that were strongly associated with the occurrence of PIs (p<0.01, OR: <1) were: smoking; regular exercise; weight-bearing activity; body position on wheelchair; joint contracture; skin examination; pressure relief technique; wearing a protective device; accessibility; bladder and bowel management (p=0.03, OR: 0.32). Whereas, bladder incontinence appeared as a strong risk factor (p=0.04, OR: 2.5) for developing PIs in people with SCI. Conclusion: The outcome of this study suggests that people with SCI should be aware of, and review, their lifestyle factors to reduce their chance of developing PIs.
Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy: modern technology in the treatment of wound infections in patients with burns
Authors: Mahmoudi Hassan , Pourhajibagher Maryam , Chiniforush Nasim , Alikhani Mohammad Yousef , Bahador Abbas 
Published: April 2023

Background: Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most frequently isolated microorganisms from burn wounds. Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) is a new strategy that may improve antimicrobial treatment. Method: This study evaluated three meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and three meticillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) clinical isolates, which produced a biofilm with 0.1mg/ml Toluidine Blue O (TBO) (Sigma-Aldrich, Germany) with an energy density of 45J/cm2 and 90J/cm2, for MRSA and MSSA, respectively. The antibiofilm potential of aPDT with TBO was analysed using crystal violet assays and scanning electron microscopy. Results: TBO-aPDT significantly degraded the biofilm formed by MRSA and MSSA clinical isolates (p<0.05). Conclusion: Our results indicated that aPDT is an effective approach to combat bacterial biofilms associated with burn wound infection. aPDT could provide a supplemental to the treatment of wound and tissue infection, and patients with burns may benefit from combined treatments.
Industrial Craft in Australia: Oral Histories of Creativity and Survival, Jesse Adams Stein (2021)
Authors: Haskell Natalie 
Published: April 2023

Review of: Industrial Craft in Australia: Oral Histories of Creativity and Survival, Jesse Adams Stein (2021)
Cham: Palgrave Macmillan, 252 pp.,
ISBN 978-3-03087-242-7, h/bk, £89.99
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Do lean practices increase nurses' organizational commitment and job satisfaction in Turkey? – A private hospital model
Authors: Koç Zibel , Ecevit Alpar Şule 
Published: April 2023

Background: Making the employee feel valued can significantly affect the employee's commitment to the organization. The most important criteria of lean health services are to develop a culture in which employees are empowered to be actively involved in the decision-making process. Objective: This study aims to examine whether lean management practices have an effect on increasing nurses' “organizational commitment” and “job satisfaction”. Method: The research was conducted in a private hospital in 2019-2021 in Turkey. In the study, the "Organizational Commitment and Job Satisfaction Questionnaire" was applied to staff nurses. Then the hospital management decided to implement “Lean Hospital” practices. In this process, lean training was given to the nurse management, and lean methods and techniques were applied in the field. After approximately 1.5 years, the questionnaires were re-issued to the participants again to compare and contrast results. Results: In the study, the mean score of the nurses from the "Job Satisfaction Questionnaire" before lean was 3.79±0.29, while it was 3.82±0.28 after lean. The average score from the "Organizational Commitment Questionnaire" before implementing the lean practices was 3.74±0.32. It was 4.18±0.21 after implementing the lean practices. While there was a low level of positive correlation between the nurses' mean scores of organizational commitment and job satisfaction questionnaires before implementing lean practices, it was found that the result was moderately positive after lean practices. Conclusions/Implications for Practice: Ensuring the participation of employees in the decision-making process and listening to their suggestions in lean management were positively associated with “organizational commitment” and “job satisfaction”. However, it should not be forgotten that lean practices are a long-term and continuous methodology.
Optimizing Utilization of Hazardous Waste and Biomass as Solid Fuel for Co-Firing
Authors: Ahmad Fauzy Fandy , Hartati Etih , Marganingrum Dyah 
Published: April 2023

Continuously high use of fossil fuels may lead scarcity of these energy sources in the future. Therefore, it is necessary to develop renewable energy to ensure its availability. One of the efforts in the development of renewable energy and the aims of this study is to examine the utilization Fly Ash (FA), Bottom Ash (BA) combined biomass sludge of Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and municipal solid waste) materials as an alternative energy source (briquette raw materials) for co-firing in textile industry boilers. Briquettes were made with a composition of 60% FABA and 40% biomass which were then varied in composition. The parameters measured were proximate, calorific value, and shatter index. The feasibility test of briquettes was carried out using a Tanner diagram, where all briquettes made can be burned as fuel. Optimum briquettes quality was measured based on the criteria according to the Minister of Environment and Forestry Regulation No. 06/2021. The results showed that the composition of three briquettes that had optimum quality and met the criteria were briquettes with composition 10%FA:50%BA:40%Biomass (variation of WWTP sludge and biomass) with a calorific value and sulfur content of 3,578 Kcal/kg and 0,70%; 3,890 Kcal/kg and 0,82%; and 3,864 Kcal/kg and 0,96%.
Organic Solid Waste Management by Producing Eco-Enzymes from Fruit Skin in Permata Tembalang
Authors: Samadikun Budi Prasetyo , Sudarno Sudarno , Pusparizkita Yustina Metanoia , Hardyanti Nurandani , Pratama Fathan Syahreza , Safitri Rahayu Puji 
Published: April 2023

The Ministry of Environment and Forestry in 2020 estimates that waste dumps in Indonesia will be 67.8 million tons. However, organic waste management in Indonesia is still relatively low. The accumulation of organic waste in the landfill, which usually causes unpleasant odors and potentially cause an explosion due to the production of methane gas from natural decomposition processes, can be avoided by prioritizing waste management from the source. An alternative way to handle organic waste is make eco-enzymes because it is efficient, economical, and environmentally friendly. This is the focus of the community service team. The community service method is carried out in three stages, including the preparation stage, the implementation stage, and the final stage. The preparation stage consists of doing a module for sorting organic waste and its utilization (making eco-enzymes). The next phase consists of socialization, education, and training on sorting organic waste and making the right eco-enzymes. The final stage consists of evaluation and making a final report. The expected result after education, socialization, or training has been carried out by the community service team, the community members, especially RT 04 RW 05 Permata Tembalang, know better and understand the sorting and utilization of organic waste.
Wood as a hydrothermally stimulated shape-memory material: mechanisms of shape-memory effect and molecular assembly structure networks
Authors: Shao Ya-li , Yu Jian-fang , Liu Hui , An Yu-hong , Li Li-li , Chen Zhang-jing , Wang Xi-ming , Zhang Xiao-tao 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
This study aimed to evaluate the shape-memory effect (SME) of wood (Populus x beijingensis W. Y. Hsu) and identify the net-points and switches in its molecular and morphological structures. During several cycles of deformation and subsequent recovery, a high shape recovery rate and ratio were maintained. The transverse compression tests of wet and dry wood reveal that the hydrothermal coupling stimulation can considerably reduce the strength of wood. The X-ray diffraction characterization of wood under hydrothermal stimulation shows that the role of network nodes in the SME of wood is influenced by temperature. The wavenumber shifting and changes in the intensity ratio of the characteristic Fourier transform infrared peaks showed that hydrogen bonds acted as switches for the water-stimulated shape-memory behavior. By taking into account viscoelastic relaxation, a kinetic model derived from nonequilibrium thermodynamic fluctuation theory was used to describe the shape recovery process. The effects of hydration on recovery kinetics, activation, and dynamic mechanical behaviors were also studied. To explain the shape-memory mechanism of wood under hydrothermal stimulation, a hybrid-structure network model based on a single three-dimensional switch network was proposed in this study.
Study of the performance signature based ternary and quaternary III–V compounds for laser diodes in optical communication system
Authors: Ramkumar Govindaraj , Krishnamoorthi Valarmathi , Ayub Khan Ahamed Khan , Ahammad Shaik Hasane , Hossain Md. Amzad , Zaki Rashed Ahmed Nabih , Aabdelhamid Huda Said 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
This study outlines the performance based ternary and quaternary III–V compounds in optical communication system. We have employed aluminum dopant ratio to check the effects in the spectral and thermal performance characteristics of various structures of optical diode sources based ternary and quaternary III–V compounds. The laser diode threshold current, reflection loss, corner wavelength, and optical gain are tested under various dopant aluminum ratios. The laser diode rise time and data flow rate are examined under thermal effects and various dopant levels. The laser diode corner wavelength and reflection loss can be enhanced by the increase of aluminum dopant ratio. The basic Al
x
In1−x
Sb laser diode structure is the best candidate according to its high flow data rates in compared to other laser structures under the same thermal effects.
Copeptin levels in hospitalized infants and children with suspected vasopressin-dependent disorders: a case series
Authors: Al Nofal Alaa , Hanna Christian , Lteif Aida N. , Pittock Siobhan T. , Schwartz Jonathan D. , Brumbaugh Jane E. , Creo Ana L. 
Published: April 2023

Abstract

Objectives
There have been recent advances assessing copeptin levels in adults with suspected disorders of vasopressin release. Very limited data exits on copeptin levels in children and infants, especially in a critically-ill hospitalized population where hyper- and hypo-natremia are very common. Our objective is to describe the institutional experience assessing copeptin levels in hospitalized infants and children with hyper- or hypo-natremia.

Methods
We performed a single-center retrospective case series of all infants, children, and adolescents who had an ultrasensitive plasma copeptin level obtained between 2019-2021.

Results
A total of 29 critically ill patients (6 infants) were identified with 38 % of patients having copeptin levels after neurosurgical procedures for tumors or trauma. Approximately 13/17 children with hypernatremia had central diabetes insipidus (central diabetes insipidus) to diagnose CDI, A copeptin level ≤ 4.9 pmol/L resulted in an 88 % sensitivity (95 % CI 47–99 %), and 66 % specificity (95 % CI 30–93 %). Amongst those with hyponatremia levels were more variable, 8/12 children had syndrome of inappropriate antidiuresis (SIAD) with copeptin levels ranging 4.7–72.6 pmol/L.

Conclusions
While difficult to conclude due to multiple limitations, this case series highlights that typical copeptin cutoffs used to diagnose DI in adults in an ambulatory setting may also translate to a critically-ill pediatric population. Large prospective studies are needed to confirm this observation. In addition, postoperative copeptin levels could potentially be utilized as an additional marker to predict permanent from transient DI, but much larger studies are needed. Further work is needed to establish normative copeptin levels in infants and patients with SIAD.
Isolation of compounds from the roots of Ambrosia artemisiifolia and their effects on human cancer cell lines
Authors: Ferencz Elek , Spengler Gabriella , Zupkó István , Vollár Martin , Zomborszki Zoltán Péter , Kúsz Norbert , Hohmann Judit , Kovács Balázs , Csupor Dezső , Laczkó-Zöld Eszter , Csupor-Löffler Boglárka 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Common ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia L.) is an invasive plant in Europe with spreading use in the contemporary folk medicine. The chemical composition of the above-ground parts is extensively studied, however, the metabolites of the roots are less discovered. By multiple chromatographic purification of the root extracts, we isolated thiophene A (1), n-dodecene (2), taraxerol-3-O-acetate (3), α-linoleic acid (4), (+)-pinoresinol (5), and thiophene E (7,10-epithio-7,9-tridecadiene-3,5,11-triyne-1,2-diol) (6). The 1H NMR data published earlier for 1 were supplemented together with the assignment of 13C NMR data. Thiophene E (6), which is reported for the first time from this species, exerted cytotoxic and antiproliferative effects on A-431 epidermoid skin cancer cells, whereas taraxerol-3-O-acetate (3) and α-linoleic acid (4) had slight antiproliferative effect on gynecological cancer cell lines. Thiophene E (6) and taraxerol-3-O-acetate (3) displayed antiproliferative and cytotoxic effects on MRC-5 fibroblast cells. Thiophene E (6) exerted weak antibacterial activity (MIC 25 μg/mL) on MRSA ATCC 43300, on Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, Escherichia coli AG100 and E. coli ATCC 25922 both thiophenes were inactive. Although the isolated compounds exerted no remarkable cytotoxic or antiproliferative activities, the effects on MRC-5 fibroblast cells highlight the necessity of further studies to support the safety of ragweed root.
DOCUMENTOS CURRICULARES E SUAS INFLUÊNCIAS NO CURRÍCULO DE MATEMÁTICA NO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL
Authors: Voltolini Luzia , Kaiber Carmen Teresa 
Published: April 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo apresentar uma discussão sobre as influências da Base Nacional Comum Curricular - BNCC e o Documento Curricular de Roraima – DCR, no currículo de Matemática do Ensino Fundamental, a partir de uma perspectiva sociocultural, tomando como subsídios os princípios que orientam esses documentos. Metodologicamente, o trabalho foi desenvolvido sob uma abordagem qualitativa e as informações foram obtidas por meio de uma análise documental, tomando como referência a BNCC e o DCR. Os resultados apontam que os documentos analisados, trazem orientações importantes para o que se propõe para o desenvolvimento do currículo na perspectiva sociocultural, especialmente sob a ótica dos seus princípios orientadores, pois sustentam novas visões de ensino e aprendizagem da Matemática, pautando-o no desenvolvimento dos estudantes em suas diferentes dimensões, garantindo a sua formação integral, com respeito à diversidade, singularidade e pluralidade, para a inclusão social, o exercício da cidadania, do trabalho, da autonomia e da formação de uma sociedade baseada em conhecimentos e justiça social.