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Avian paramyxovirus serotype‐1 isolation from migratory birds and environmental water in southern Japan: An epidemiological survey during the 2018/19–2021/2022 winter seasons
Authors: Matsunaga Nonoka , Ijiri Moe , Ishikawa Kemi , Ozawa Makoto , Okuya Kosuke , Khalil Ahmed Magdy , Kojima Isshu , Esaki Mana , Masatani Tatsunori , Matsui Tsutomu , Fujimoto Yoshikazu 
Published: January 2023

AbstractNewcastle disease caused by highly pathogenic viruses of avian paramyxovirus serotype‐1 (APMV‐1) is a highly contagious poultry disease. Although a large‐scale epidemic of Newcastle disease had occurred in Japan between the 1950s and the 2000s, there have been no outbreaks anywhere since 2010. In addition, there are no reports of epidemiological surveys of APMV‐1 in wild birds in Japan in the last 10 years. We conducted the first epidemiological survey of APMV‐1 in the Izumi plain, Kagoshima prefecture of southern Japan from the winter of 2018 to 2022. A total of 15 APMV‐1 strains were isolated, and isolation rates from roosting water and duck fecal samples were 2.51% and 0.10%, respectively. These results indicate that the isolation method from environmental water may be useful for efficient surveillance of APMV‐1 in wild birds. Furthermore, this is the first report on the success of APMV‐1 isolation from environmental water samples. Genetic analysis of the Fusion (F) gene showed that all APMV‐1 isolates were closely related to virus strains circulating among waterfowl in Far East Asian countries. All isolates have avirulent motifs in their cleavage site of F genes, all of which were presumed to be low pathogenic viruses in poultry. However, pathogenicity test using embryonated chicken eggs demonstrated that some isolates killed all chicken embryos regardless of viral doses inoculated (102–106 50% egg infectious dose). These results indicated that APMV‐1 strains, which are potentially pathogenic to chickens, are continuously brought into the Izumi plain by migrating wild birds.
Plant sex changes the outcome of ant–plant interactions in a facultative myrmecophytic cactus
Authors: Sandoval‐Molina Mario A. , García‐Franco José G. , Díaz‐Castelazo Cecilia , Janczur Mariusz Krzysztof 
Published: January 2023

Abstract

In exchange for extrafloral nectar, ants deter herbivores from the plants decreasing the herbivore damage, and increasing plant performance in terms of growth and survival. Plants of different sexes may exhibit differences in the investment of resources for defence, thereby differentially decreasing the amount of energy available to other physiological processes. In this context, little is known about sex‐related differences in the outcome of ant–plant interactions in plants bearing extrafloral nectaries (EFNs).

In the present study, we conducted ant‐exclusion experiments in the field to test for sex‐related differences in the outcome of ant–plant interactions in vegetative and reproductive buds of Opuntia robusta in individuals of different sexes in two populations: trioecious and dioecious. We applied tanglefoot to some plant and others were allowed ant access, and measured herbivory, relative growth rates and survival probabilities of buds during the growing season when EFNs are active. We counted the number of ants foraging in EFNs of flowers and cladodes of different sexes. We hypothesized that differences in resource investment to defence between sexes change the outcome of ant–plant interactions in terms of the number of ants foraging on EFNs, herbivory, growth, and survival probabilities.

Our results suggest sex‐specific strategies in the investment of resources for defence mediated by EFNs in O. robusta, wherein males, females and hermaphrodites from both populations respond differentially to ant presence and herbivores. These sex‐related differences affected the outcome of the ant–plant interactions, influencing changes in number of ants foraging on EFNs, and the resulting herbivory, growth and survival of flowers and cladodes among the different sexes and among populations. Our results suggest that the maintenance of EFNs in O. robusta is costly, reflecting some trade‐offs between growth/survival and defence. Buds visited by ants tended to grow slowly and survive worse in the trioecious population; in the dioecious population they grew slower but survived better. Overall, a greater number of ants visiting EFNs was related to lower herbivore damage, greater growth and survival of flowers and cladodes. Our study underscores the importance of considering plant sex in the outcome of ant–plant interactions.

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On the way out: Government revenues from fossil fuels in Australia
Authors: Burke Paul J. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAustralia is moving from a fossil fuel‐dominated energy mix to one that is increasingly powered by solar and wind. Fossil fuel exports are also likely to decline given their poor compatibility with the net zero emission targets of key trading partners. There is the potential for a variety of new exports of zero carbon energy and products to emerge. This paper reviews implications of the ongoing energy transition for government revenues from fossil fuel extraction and use and discusses policy options in response. It concludes that the transition heightens the need for efficient government revenue‐raising mechanisms across the economy. Among the possible reforms, this paper reviews the potential for Australia's corporate income tax to be reoriented towards the taxation of above‐normal profits via an allowance for corporate equity approach. Other revenue‐raising options that are discussed include carbon pricing, electronic road user pricing, wider use of progressive royalties, the use of industry levies as applied in Australia's agricultural sector, and the generation of revenue from government co‐investments.
Soviet men, clothing and appearance in Leningrad in the 1950s and 1960s
Authors: Platonova Evgeniia 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThis article aims to discuss the conversations around men's clothing and appearance in Leningrad during the 1950s and 1960s. In the early 1950s, fashion became an important ideological issue in the Soviet Union. The policy of isolationism of late Stalinism alongside the rise of youth subculture stiliagi produced the emergence of formal and informal mechanisms and regimes of regulation of appearance of the Soviet population for the next decade. The system of fashion houses aimed to provide Soviet citizens with contemporary and comfortable clothing and teach them the rules of ‘good taste’ and a proper appearance. The Leningrad Fashion House designed and produced clothing and discussed the variants of appearance of the city residents at official meetings and in fashion magazines. Although fashion was considered as woman's prerogative at the time, the fashion house took into account male customers’ needs and provided them with various clothing items. This article argues that the fashion house in Leningrad constructed its own vision of masculinity that was not significantly influenced by the authorities and to which most male citizens could not adhere.
Customer referencing and capital market benefits: Evidence from the cost of equity
Authors: Jing Jiao , Myers Linda A. , Ng Jeffrey , Su Lixin (Nancy) 
Published: January 2023

AbstractCustomer referencing is a strategy that firms can use to disclose their connections with reputable customers as a means of enhancing their own reputations. We study the capital market benefits of naming reputable nonmajor customers in firms' financial reports to provide empirical evidence on whether this form of customer referencing has important practical implications. We predict and find that firms enjoy a lower cost of equity when they engage in customer referencing in their financial reports, consistent with the argument that this form of voluntary disclosure increases investor attention and customer certification. In cross‐sectional analyses, we predict and find that the benefits of customer referencing are more pronounced for firms that (1) lack major customers or reputable major customers, (2) name customers whose reputations exceed their own, and (3) face higher competition. Overall, our study provides evidence that communicating certain interorganizational connections can generate capital market benefits for disclosing firms.
Spermatozoa isolation with Felix™ outperforms conventional density gradient centrifugation preparation in selecting cells with low DNA damage
Authors: Villeneuve Pauline , Saez Fabrice , Hug Elisa , Chorfa Areski , Guiton Rachel , Schubert Benoit , Force André , Drevet Joël R. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundThe optimization of spermatozoa preparation techniques in order to obtain cell fractions enriched with structurally and functionally “superior” spermatozoa is a key objective of the assisted reproduction industry.ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to evaluate a recent development of an electrophoretic spermatozoa separation device (Felix™, Memphasys Ltd, Sydney, Australia) and to compare its performance with conventional spermatozoa preparation by density gradient centrifugation (DGC). Particular attention was paid to the evaluation of sperm DNA/nuclear integrity.Materials & methodsA cohort of 29 human semen samples was studied. Semen samples were analyzed fresh and after DGC or Felix™ preparation. Semen parameters monitored included sample volume, sperm count, total motility, progressive motility, sperm DNA fragmentation using the Sperm Chromatin Structure Assay and sperm DNA oxidation.ResultsSpermatozoa preparation with Felix™ resulted in significantly improved spermatozoa fractions with higher progressive motility, lower sperm DNA fragmentation, and lower sperm DNA oxidation compared with raw semen and DGC‐prepared spermatozoa.Discussion & conclusionThe data collected in this study support the preparation of spermatozoa by the Felix™ system as it allows selection of spermatozoa with the highest progressive motility as well as the lowest nuclear/DNA damage. These improved sperm parameters, along with the fact that the Felix™ separation process is very fast and highly standardized, should be of great interest to the assisted reproduction technologies industry.
Anterolateral thigh, radial forearm and superficial circumflex iliac perforator flaps in oral reconstruction: a comparative analysis
Authors: Papanikolas Michael John , Hurrell Michael James Leslie , Clark Jonathan R. , Low Tsu‐Hui (Hubert) , Ch'ng Sydney , Elliott Michael S. , Palme Carsten E. , Wykes James 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundAnterolateral thigh (ALT) and Radial forearm free flaps (RFFF) are historically the most common methods of oral reconstruction. The Superficial circumflex iliac artery perforator flap (SCIP) is an alternative providing a donor site that can be readily closed primarily with improved cosmesis in younger patients, due to its concealability.MethodsWe reviewed 135 patients who received ALT, RFFF or SCIP flaps for oral reconstruction in our institution. Our aim was to compare operative and perioperative outcomes between each cohort. ANOVA and χ2 test were used for statistical analysis.ResultsThere were 37 ALT, 64 RFFF and 35 SCIP reconstructions. Patients reconstructed with SCIP flaps had smaller resection volumes (P < 0.001) and earlier T and N classifications (P = 0.001, P = 0.008), and consequently reduced tracheostomy rates (P < 0.001), reduced need for enteral feeding at discharge (P < 0.001) and shorter length of stay and perioperative times (P < 0.001). SCIP flaps were more common in younger patients (P < 0.01). ALT flaps were used for more advanced disease (P = 0.001) and had larger resection volumes (P < 0.001) and increased need for assisted enteral feeding (P < 0.001). There were no significant differences in flap or donor site outcomes. There were two flap failures, both RFFF.ConclusionEach flap plays an important role in the reconstruction of oral defects, with larger defects preferentially reconstructed with ALT flaps. SCIP appears to be a reliable alternative in small defects with excellent perioperative and postoperative outcomes.
Biomechanical and morphological comparison of two interposition graft rotator cuff repair techniques
Authors: Ting Ryan S. , Deng Anita , Rosenthal Ron , Al‐Housni Hilal S. A. , Zhong Kaitlin , Lam Patrick H. , Murrell George A. C. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundInterposition graft rotator cuff repair is one option for the treatment of massive, otherwise irreparable rotator cuff tears. It is undetermined how different suturing techniques influence morphology at the patch‐tendon interface in interposition rotator cuff repairs, particularly with respect to increased cross‐sectional area at the repair site post‐exposure to cyclic loading, which may influence healing. We aimed to analyze how the morphology of the grafts used in polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) interposition rotator cuff repairs differed according to whether the graft was secured using the multiple mattress technique or the weave technique respectively.MethodsTwelve PTFE interposition rotator cuff repairs (two groups, n = 6) were cyclically loaded. The thickness, width, cross‐sectional area at the individual patches and at the repair site, and patch elongation were compared between repairs using the ‘multiple mattress’ technique and repairs that used the ‘weave’ technique.ResultsAt all loads, repair site cross‐sectional area and thickness was greater in the weave group than in the multiple mattress group (P<0.05), despite repair site width being greater in the multiple mattress group (P<0.05). No significant differences in elongation were found between the multiple mattress and weave groups.ConclusionGreater repair site cross‐sectional area under cyclic loading was observed in polytetrafluoroethylene interposition rotator repairs that used the weave technique than in those that used the multiple mattress technique. Increased repair site cross‐sectional area in the weave group occurred due to increased thickness and decreased width relative to the multiple mattress group. No differences in cross‐sectional area were found between groups at the individual patches.
Safety and efficacy of intraosseous ropivacaine in lower extremity (SORE) study
Authors: Stowers Marinus D. J. , Rahardja Richard , Nicholson Lance , Svirskis Darren , Hannam Jacqueline , Young Simon W. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundDay stay surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions is an increasingly common practice and has driven clinicians to develop postoperative pain regimes that allow same day mobilization and a safe and timely discharge. There is a paucity of literature surrounding the use of intraosseous (IO) ropivacaine used as a Bier's block to provide both intraoperative and postoperative analgesia in lower limb surgery.MethodsThis patient blinded, pilot study randomized 15 patients undergoing ACL reconstruction to receive either IO ropivacaine 1.5 or 2.0 mg/kg; or 300 mg of ropivacaine as local infiltration. The primary outcome for this study was arterial plasma concentration of ropivacaine. Samples were taken via an arterial line at prespecified times after tourniquet deflation. Secondary outcomes included immediate postoperative pain scores using the visual analogue scale and perioperative opioid equivalent consumption.ResultsAll patients in the intervention group receiving IO ropivacaine had plasma concentrations well below the threshold for central nervous system (CNS) toxicity (0.60 μg/mL). The highest plasma concentration was achieved in the intervention group receiving 1.5 mg/kg dose of ropivacaine reaching 2.93 mg/mL. This would equate to 0.18 μg/mL of free plasma ropivacaine. There were no differences across the three groups regarding pain scores or perioperative opioid consumption.ConclusionsThis study demonstrates that IO ropivacaine is both safe and effective in reducing perioperative pain in patients undergoing ACL reconstruction. There may be scope to increase the IO dose further or utilize other analgesics via the IO regional route to improve perioperative pain relief.
Australian trends in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse in the non‐mesh era
Authors: Mollah Taha , Brennan Janelle 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundTo assess the contemporary trends in the types and incidence of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) surgery in Australia after the removal of transvaginal mesh from the Australian market.MethodsThis was a retrospective Australian cohort study utilizing three large Governmental databases covering all private and public POP procedures in Australia. All females ≥25 years old undergoing POP procedures between 2005 and 2021 were included.ResultsFrom 2005–2006 to 2020–2021 there have been a total of 408 881 POP procedures in Australia. The total number of procedures peaked in 2005–2006 at 537.8 procedures per 100 000 age‐standardized female population, decreasing by an average of 3.5% per year to 329.0 procedures per 100 000 in 2018–2019, an overall 38.8% decrease (P < 0.001). A sudden growth in private operative procedures was noted between 2019–2020 and 2020–2021, from 218.2 to 268.6 procedures per 100 000 population, a 23.1% increase (P < 0.001). Laparoscopic and abdominal POP repair has seen a 115.8% increase from 13.7 procedures to 29.6 per 100 000 between 2005–2006 and 2020–2021. Over the last 15 years, the most common age group to undergo a procedure has changed from the 55 to 64 years demographic to a later decade of 65 to 74 years.ConclusionOver the last 15 years, the total number of POP procedures performed has significantly decreased. There has however been a recent rise in interventions seen in the private sector and the utilization of laparoscopic or abdominal POP repair has increased, which has implications for procedural credentialing to ensure patient safety.
How to isolate a high output enteroatmospheric fistula in the open abdomen with negative pressure therapy: an institution's step by step guide to the VAC donut
Authors: Suter Katherine J. L. , Fairweather Luke , Al‐Habbal Yayha , Houli Nezor , Jacobs Rodney , Bui Hai T. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThere is multiple evidence to suggest that isolation techniques of high output enteroatmospheric fistulas (EAF) in open abdomens can be advantageous in controlling fistula effluent while allowing time for abdominal wall to granulate. The large loss of proteins, electrolytes and fluid, and the distressing nature of the open abdomen for both patients and doctors, make managing these EAFs a clinical challenge. We present our experience with a high output mucosal protruding EAF and the creation of a ‘VAC donut’ allowing a successful diversion of the enteric content whilst promoting granulation of the tissue bed.
The effect of organizational belonging and profession on cliniciansʼ attitudes toward supporting vaginal birth and interprofessional teamwork—a cross‐sectional study
Authors: Johnson Karin , Elvander Charlotte , Johansson Kari , Saltvedt Sissel , Edqvist Malin 
Published: January 2023

AbstractIntroductionThe aim of this study was to investigate the effect of organizational belonging and profession on clinicians' attitudes toward supporting vaginal birth and interprofessional teamwork in Swedish maternity care.Material and methodsThe study used a cross‐sectional design, with a web‐based survey sent to midwives, physicians and nurse assistants at five labor wards in Sweden. The survey consisted of two validated scales: the Swedish version of the Labor Culture Survey (S‐LCS), measuring attitudes toward supporting vaginal birth, and the Assessment of Collaborative Environments (ACE‐15), measuring attitudes toward interprofessional teamwork. Two‐way ANOVA was conducted to assess the main effect of and interaction effect between organizational belonging and profession for the different subscales of the S‐LCS and the ACE‐15, together with Tukey's honest significant difference post‐hoc analysis and partial eta squared to determine effect size. The relation between the subscales was assessed using the Pearson's correlation analysis.ResultsA total of 539 midwives, physicians and nurse assistants completed the survey. Organizational belonging significantly influenced attitudes toward supporting vaginal birth and interprofessional teamwork, with the largest effect for Positive team culture (F = 38.88, effect size = 0.25, p < 0.001). The effect of profession was strongest for the subscale Best practices (F = 59.43, effect size = 0.20, p < 0.001), with midwives being more supportive of strategies proposed to support vaginal birth than physicians and nurse assistants. A significant interaction effect was found for four of the subscales of the S‐LCS, with the strongest effect for items reflecting the Unpredictability of vaginal birth (F = 4.49, effect size = 0.07, p < 0.001). Labor ward culture (unit microculture) specifically related to supporting vaginal birth was strongly correlated to interprofessional teamwork (r = 0.598, p < 0.001).ConclusionsIn the current study, both organizational belonging and profession influenced attitudes toward supporting vaginal birth and interprofessional teamwork. Positive team culture was positively correlated to an organizational culture supportive of vaginal birth. Interventions to support vaginal births should include efforts to strengthen teamwork between professions, as well as considering women's values, preferences and informed choices.
The gestational age‐specific difference in birthweight between singletons born after fresh and frozen embryo transfer: A cohort study
Authors: Ding Qiaoqiao , Wang Yuhuan , Suo Lu , Niu Yue , Zhao Dingying , Yu Yunhai , Wei Daimin 
Published: January 2023

AbstractIntroductionAccumulating studies have suggested singletons born after frozen embryo transfer (FET) were higher than those born after fresh embryo transfer (Fre‐ET). However, fewer studies had investigated the gestational age‐specific between‐group difference in birthweight. This study aimed to investigate the gestational week‐specific difference in singleton birthweight after FET vs Fre‐ET and explore potential factors that impact the difference.Material and methodsIn this retrospective cohort study, a total of 25 863 singletons were included. Multivariable linear regression and logistic regression were used to evaluate the between‐group differences in mean birthweight and the incidences of large for gestational age (LGA) and small for gestational age (SGA), respectively.ResultsMultivariable regression analyses showed a statistically significant interaction between types of embryo transfer (ie FET vs Fre‐ET) and the gestational week on mean birthweight (P < 0.001) and on the risks of large for gestational age (P = 0.001) and small for gestational age (P < 0.001). When stratified by gestational week, the differences in mean birthweight and the risks of LGA and SGA were only observed in singletons born at 37 gestational weeks or later. After adjusting for confounders, full‐term but not preterm singletons born after FET had a higher birthweight (3497.58 ± 439.73 g vs 3445.67 ± 450.24 g; adjusted mean difference 58.35 g; 95% confidence interval [CI] 38.72–77.98 g), a higher risk of LGA (24.3% vs 21.1%; adjusted odds ratio [OR] 1.28, 95% CI 1.15–1.42) and a lower risk of SGA (3.1% vs 4.8%; adjusted OR 0.61, 95% CI 0.53–0.70) compared with those born after Fre‐ET.ConclusionsThe differences in birthweight between FET and Fre‐ET were observed in full‐term singletons but not preterm singletons.