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Approach to dealing with acute heart failure in cats and dogs
Authors: Hezzell Melanie 
Published: June 2023

Background: Unfortunately, heart disease is common in both dogs and cats and may eventually result in congestive heart failure (CHF). However, the clinical signs of CHF overlap with other causes of respiratory compromise. As such, differentiating cardiac from non‐cardiac causes of respiratory distress is a common diagnostic challenge in emergency veterinary practice. The general principles of heart failure management can be applied to a broad range of cardiac diseases; identifying a cardiac cause for the clinical signs is therefore more important than making a definitive diagnosis in the acute phase of heart failure. Nevertheless, there is no ‘one‐size‐fits‐all’ recipe for treatment and the approach needs to be tailored to the individual (eg, severity of clinical signs, comorbidities, patient demeanour and so on). Although the information in this article is organised linearly, the approach to an emergency case seldom follows the structure used in more stable patients. For example, a dog or cat presenting with significant dyspnoea will typically require treatment (eg, supplementary oxygen ± light sedation) before physical examination and diagnostic testing, and some diagnostic tests may need to be postponed until the patient is stable enough to safely undergo them; therefore, the initial treatment plan is often based on a working, rather than a definitive, diagnosis.Aim of the article: This article provides an overview of the diagnosis and management of acute heart failure, highlighting similarities and differences between dogs and cats. The aim is to help practitioners approach these cases with more confidence.
Diagnosis and management of facial bone suturitis (suture exostosis) in horses
Authors: Dixon Padraic 
Published: June 2023

Background: Facial swellings are a common presenting sign in horses and can have many causes. Some swellings can be caused by significant disorders such as sinus cysts, sinonasal neoplasia or dental abscessation, which require immediate diagnosis and treatment. However, facial swellings similar to some of these disorders may also be caused by facial suturitis and these may cause great concern to some horse owners.Aim of the article: This article describes the anatomy of the equine facial sutures and explains the known causes and the clinical and ancillary diagnostic findings of equine facial suturitis, so that practitioners can confidently make a diagnosis and advise clients of its usually innocuous nature. Management of cases with suture infections is also described.
Local‐level water conservation and management practices in rural communities: A case study in Dormaa Municipality, Bono Region, Ghana
Authors: Sedegah Daniella Delali , Agyekum Martin Wiredu , Kyeremeh Bernard 
Published: June 2023

AbstractStudies on water conservation strategies and local approaches to water resource management among rural people in Ghana and sub‐Saharan Africa are scarce. This study examined water conservation and management practices among rural communities in Dormaa Municipality. We adopted a concurrent mixed‐method approach using both quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative and qualitative data were analysed using SPSS and ATLAS.ti, respectively. Binary logistic regression was used to predict the factors associated with the conservation of improved sources of water and reliability of water management by Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL). The findings show that 84.4% of the respondents conserve improved sources of water, and 83.6% do not rely on the management of water by the GWCL. Binary logistic regression shows that education, household size and income were significantly associated with the conservation of improved sources of water, while age, marital status and ownership of a house were associated with the reliability of water management by GWCL. Some of the challenges encountered in water management are the unavailability of persons committed to the management of boreholes and the non‐payment of electricity bills. The study recommends policy intervention in technical and material support for effective water conservation and management in rural communities.
Turning the tide: Addressing threats to pharmacist well‐being through work redesign
Authors: Reed Brent N. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThe Great Resignation marked a dramatic return to the steady, rising rate of job turnover that began over a decade ago, and recent reports suggest the profession of pharmacy is no exception. Rising concerns about pharmacist turnover follow a wave of articles about the prevalence of burnout in nearly every corner of the profession. However, this should come as no surprise, as burnout and turnover are often progressively worsening symptoms of the same disease: a toxic work environment. This review suggests that many current efforts to improve burnout in pharmacy will have limited impact because they place too much emphasis on individuals and not enough of it on the environments in which they work. Scientific frameworks for understanding burnout as a problem originating from work are discussed, distinguishing burnout from other dimensions of health and well‐being. These frameworks are then followed by an integration of empiric evidence from the organizational sciences and illustrative examples from pharmacy practice to explain how burnout emerges from an imbalance of job demands (e.g., workload, time pressure, work‐life conflict) and job resources (e.g., autonomy, rewards, social support). The review concludes with a proposed course correction—one that positions organizational leaders as the people who are best equipped to address burnout at its source through a structured process known as work redesign. By doing so, leaders can create work environments that not only reduce the risk of burnout among pharmacists but also enhance their ability to thrive.
A hand‐held optical coherence tomography angiography scanner based on angiography reconstruction transformer networks
Authors: Liao Jinpeng , Yang Shufan , Zhang Tianyu , Li Chunhui , Huang Zhihong 
Published: June 2023

AbstractOptical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) has successfully demonstrated its viability for clinical applications in dermatology. Due to the high optical scattering property of skin, extracting high‐quality OCTA images from skin tissues requires at least six‐repeated scans. While the motion artifacts from the patient and the free hand‐held probe can lead to a low‐quality OCTA image. Our deep‐learning‐based scan pipeline enables fast and high‐quality OCTA imaging with 0.3‐s data acquisition. We utilize a fast scanning protocol with a 60 μm/pixel spatial interval rate and introduce angiography‐reconstruction‐transformer (ART) for 4× super‐resolution of low transverse resolution OCTA images. The ART outperforms state‐of‐the‐art networks in OCTA image super‐resolution and provides a lighter network size. ART can restore microvessels while reducing the processing time by 85%, and maintaining improvements in structural similarity and peak‐signal‐to‐noise ratio. This study represents that ART can achieve fast and flexible skin OCTA imaging while maintaining image quality.
Hemodynamic alterations response to Chinese acupuncture therapy monitored by a custom near‐infrared spectroscopy probe with an open hole
Authors: Gao Chenyang , Jia Lanyu , Ma Minghua , Zhang Xinyang , Li Ting 
Published: June 2023

AbstractTraditional acupuncture, a popular traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique, has demonstrated potential in relieving various ailments' symptoms. However, its black‐box feedback loop model has limited proper evaluation and use by unskilled practitioners. This study aimed to analyze hemodynamic signals around acupoints during acupuncture to identify significant parameter changes. We designed hollow near‐infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) probes for real‐time measurements during acupuncture at acupoints, monitoring oxy‐hemoglobin (HbO), deoxy‐hemoglobin (Hb), and blood volume (HbT) changes. Acupuncture was performed on the “Xuehai” acupoint in 17 healthy subjects, with NIRS measuring hemodynamic alterations. Results showed significant and consistent increases in Hb and HbT around the acupoint, returning to baseline values after needle removal. One case of fainting revealed a significant Hb increase and HbO decrease. Acupuncture may induce tissue vasodilation and enhance oxygen consumption. This research provides a potential explanation for acupuncture's mechanism and emphasizes NIRS's potential in TCM.
Diffuse pancreatic parenchymal atrophy, an imaging finding predictive of the development of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma: A case–control study
Authors: Koiwai Akinobu , Hirota Morihisa , Matsuura Tomonori , Itoh Takehito , Kin Ryo , Katayama Tomofumi , Endo Katsuya , Takasu Atsuko , Kogure Takayuki , Murakami Kazuhiro , Satoh Kennichi 
Published: June 2023

AbstractBackground and AimPancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is a lethal cancer, partly because its early detection is difficult. This study aimed to identify computed tomography (CT) findings associated with PDAC prior to diagnosis.MethodsPast CT images were retrospectively collected from the PDAC group (n = 54) and the control group (n = 90). The following imaging findings were compared: pancreatic mass, main pancreatic duct (MPD) dilatation with or without cutoff, cyst, chronic pancreatitis with calcification, partial parenchymal atrophy (PPA), and diffuse parenchymal atrophy (DPA). In the PDAC group, CT findings were examined during the pre‐diagnostic period and 6–36 months and 36–60 months before diagnosis. Multivariate analyses were performed using logistic regression.ResultsMPD dilatation with cutoff (P < 0.0001) and PPA (P = 0.023) were identified as significant imaging findings 6–36 months before diagnosis. DPA was identified as a novel imaging finding at 6–36 months (P = 0.003) and 36–60 months (P = 0.009) before diagnosis.ConclusionDPA, MPD dilatation with cutoff, and PPA were identified as imaging findings associated with pre‐diagnostic PDAC.
Gamma irradiation delays tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) ripening by inducing transcriptional changes
Authors: Yoon Ki‐Nam , Yoon Yeong‐Seok , Hong Hae‐Jung , Park Jong‐Heum , Song Beom‐Seok , Eun Jong‐Bang , Kim Jae‐Kyung 
Published: June 2023

AbstractBACKGROUNDTomato (Solanum lycopersicum) has a relatively short shelf life as a result of rapid ripening, limiting its transportability and marketability. Recently, gamma irradiation has emerged as a viable method for delaying tomato fruit ripening. Although few studies have shown that gamma irradiation delays the ripening of tomatoes, the underlying mechanism remains unknown. Therefore, the present study aimed to examine the effects of gamma irradiation on tomato fruit ripening and the underlying mechanisms using transcriptomics.RESULTSFollowing gamma irradiation, the total microbial count, weight loss, and decay rate of tomatoes significantly reduced during storage. Furthermore, the redness (a*), color change (∆E), and lycopene content of gamma‐irradiated tomatoes decreased in a dose‐dependent manner during storage. Moreover, gamma irradiation significantly upregulated the expression levels of genes associated with DNA, chloroplast, and oxidative damage repairs, whereas those of ethylene and auxin signaling‐, ripening‐, and cell wall metabolism‐related, as well as carotenoid genes, were downregulated.CONCLUSIONGamma irradiation effectively delayed ripening by downregulating the expression of ripening‐related genes and inhibiting microbial growth, which prevented decay and prolonged the shelf life of tomatoes. © 2023 The Authors. Journal of The Science of Food and Agriculture published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.
Smell and Taste Loss Associated with COVID‐19 Infection
Authors: Mitchell Margaret B. , Workman Alan D. , Rathi Vinay K. , Bhattacharyya Neil 
Published: June 2023

ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to quantify the impact of COVID‐19 on olfactory and gustatory function in US adults.MethodsFrom the 2021 Adult National Health Interview Survey, demographic and survey‐specific module data concerning COVID‐19 diagnoses, testing and disease severity, and data quantifying disturbances and eventual recovery of smell and taste were extracted. Sample weights were applied to obtain nationally representative statistics. The overall rate of COVID‐19 infection was determined, and those diagnosed with COVID‐19 were analyzed with respect to disease severity, smell and taste disturbance, and respective recoveries.ResultsIn 2021, 35.8 million or 14% of the adult population (95% CI 13.5–14.7%; mean age, 43.9 years; 53.8% female) had been diagnosed with COVID‐19. Among those, 60.5% (58.6–62.5%) and 58.2% (56.2–60.1%) reported accompanying losses in smell or taste, respectively; there was a significant association between overall COVID‐19 symptom severity and smell (p < 0.001) and taste disturbance (p < 0.001). Following infection, 72.2% (69.9–74.3%), 24.1% (22.2–26.2%), and 3.7% (3.0–4.6%) of the patients experienced complete, partial, and no smell recovery, respectively. Recovery rates for gustatory function paralleled olfaction, with 76.8% (74.6–78.9%), 20.6% (18.7–22.7%), and 2.6 (1.9–3.4%) reporting complete, partial, and no recovery of taste, respectively. When sensory disturbance was present, severity of overall symptomatology was negatively associated with smell and taste recovery (p < 0.001 for each).ConclusionThe majority of adults infected with COVID‐19 in 2021 experienced olfactory or gustatory dysfunction with a non‐negligible population reporting incomplete or no near‐term sensory recovery. Our results are useful for providers counseling patients and suggest that interventions lessening overall COVID‐19 symptom burden may prevent prolonged sensory dysfunction.Level of Evidence4 Laryngoscope, 133:2357–2361, 2023
Unidirectional Transverse Light Scattering in Notched Silicon Nanosphere
Authors: Matsumori Akira , Sugimoto Hiroshi , Fujii Minoru 
Published: June 2023

AbstractA nanoantenna that has the capability to direct light to a preferred direction is of paramount importance in a variety of applications in nanophotonics. Directional light scattering by a nanoantenna is achieved by properly controlling the interference between the electric and magnetic multipolar modes. In this work, it is theoretically and experimentally demonstrated that introduction of a small perturbation, i.e., a formation of a notch, to a Mie resonant silicon nanosphere (Si NS) results in the formation of a unique structure exhibiting unidirectional transverse light scattering in the visible range. Based on comprehensive numerical simulations including exact multipole decomposition analyses, the mechanism of the unidirectional transverse scattering is discussed. It is also shown that a notched Si NS can generate a relatively large transverse optical force as the recoil of the unidirectional transverse scattering. Finally, notched Si NSs are fabricated by a solution‐based process. By combining incident‐angle resolved single particle scattering spectroscopy with numerical simulations, directional transverse light scattering of a notched Si NS is confirmed.
How efficient is laser therapy for telangiectasias, spider veins, and cherry angiomas?—A study using dynamic optical coherence tomography
Authors: Harst Katrin , Welzel Julia , Schuh Sandra 
Published: June 2023

AbstractObjectivesA clinical study to investigate the effectiveness of pulsed dye laser (PDL) versus Nd:YAG laser in the treatment of telangiectasias, spider veins and cherry angiomas. Dynamic optical coherence tomography (D‐OCT) was introduced as an innovative follow‐up tool for evaluation of blood flow within superficial vessels and to allow visualization of morphological changes of the vasculature in vivo. The final aim of this study was to demonstrate a possible treatment benefit comparing both laser types.Materials and MethodsVessel structures of 102 skin lesions were documented photographically and dermoscopically. Subsequently, lesions were imaged using optical coherence tomography before laser therapy (a), directly after the treatment (p) and after a follow‐up 4–6 weeks after laser treatment. All lesions were treated using either a 595 nm PDL or a 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser. Two main vessel parameters, namely density and diameter, and their possible changes during follow‐up were observed in 150/300/500 µm penetration depth using D‐OCT and were subsequently compared between both treatment groups. Other analyzed vessel parameters were depth of the plexus, mean diameter, mean density, top edge of the vessel, columns, and spikes.ResultsBoth laser types are suitable options for the treatment of vascular skin lesions, with the most significant effect on cherry angiomas. PDL shows better results treating smaller vessels in upper skin regions, in comparison to Nd:YAG laser, achieving better results on deeper vessels, like spider veins. Using the applied laser settings, there was no statistically significant effect on telangiectasias.ConclusionD‐OCT represents a new, noninvasive imaging method to evaluate blood flow and vessel morphology in the follow‐up of telangiectasias, spider veins, and cherry angiomas, which underwent laser therapy.
Comparison of Er:YAG and CO2 laser therapy for women with stress urinary incontinence
Authors: Li Pei‐Chen , Ding Dah‐Ching 
Published: June 2023

AbstractObjectiveTo compare the effectiveness of Er:YAG and CO2 laser therapies for treating female stress urinary incontinence (SUI).MethodsThis retrospective study included 139 women who were divided into four groups: group 1 received two therapy sessions with the Er:YAG laser, group 2 received two therapy sessions with the CO2 laser, group 3 received one therapy session with the Er:YAG laser, and group 4 received one therapy session with the CO2 laser. Patients completed three questionnaires to assess SUI symptom severity at baseline, 1 month, and 3 months after laser therapy.ResultsUrinary incontinence symptoms significantly improved in groups 1 and 2 at both the 1‐ and 3‐month follow‐up evaluations compared to the baseline (p < 0.001). Symptoms improved after one therapy session in groups 3 and 4 at the 3‐month follow‐up (p < 0.001). The Er:YAG laser was more effective than the CO2 laser in improving SUI symptoms (Urogenital Distress Inventory 6 and Incontinence Impact Questionnaire 7) 3 months after treatment, regardless of the number of sessions. Both Er:YAG and CO2 laser therapies were found to be effective in reducing symptoms associated with an overactive bladder, as demonstrated by improvements in overactive bladder symptom scores. Two sessions of laser therapy were more effective than one.ConclusionVaginal laser therapy could be an effective alternative treatment for mild to moderate SUI. The Er:YAG laser was more effective than CO2 laser therapy, with results lasting for at least 3 months. However, further large‐scale, randomized, controlled trials are needed to confirm our findings.
Optimal behavior of weighted Hardy operators on rearrangement‐invariant spaces
Authors: Mihula Zdeněk 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThe behavior of certain weighted Hardy‐type operators on rearrangement‐invariant function spaces is thoroughly studied. Emphasis is put on the optimality of the obtained results. First, the optimal rearrangement‐invariant function spaces guaranteeing the boundedness of the operators from/to a given rearrangement‐invariant function space are described. Second, the optimal rearrangement‐invariant function norms being sometimes complicated, the question of whether and how they can be simplified to more manageable expressions is addressed. Next, the relation between optimal rearrangement‐invariant function spaces and interpolation spaces is investigated. Last, iterated weighted Hardy‐type operators are also studied.
Consumer–machine relationships in the age of artificial intelligence: Systematic literature review and research directions
Authors: Pentina Iryna , Xie Tianling , Hancock Tyler , Bailey Ainsworth 
Published: June 2023

AbstractRecent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the emergence of AI‐based social applications in the market have propelled research on the possibility of consumers developing relationships with AI. Motivated by the diversity of approaches and inconsistent findings in this emerging research stream, this systematic literature review analyzes 37 peer‐reviewed empirical studies focusing on human–AI relationships published between 2018 and 2023. We identify three major theoretical domains (social psychology, communication and media studies, and human–machine interactions) as foundations for conceptual development, and detail theories used in the reviewed papers. Given the radically new nature of social AI innovation, we recommend developing a novel theoretical approach that would synergistically utilize cross‐disciplinary literature. Analysis of the methodology indicates that quantitative studies dominate this research stream, while qualitative, longitudinal, and mixed‐method approaches are used infrequently. Examination of research models and variables used in the studies suggests the need to reconceptualize factors and processes of human–AI relationship, such as agency, autonomy, authenticity, reciprocity, and empathy, to better correspond to the social AI context. Based on our analysis, we propose an integrative conceptual framework and offer directions for future research that incorporate the need to develop a comprehensive theory of human ‐ AI relationships, explore the nomological networks of its key constructs, and implement methodological variety and triangulation.
Interfacially Polymerized β‐Cyclodextrin Film for Rapid Removal of Organic Dyes
Authors: Li Na , Yang Xiaoqin , Zuo Shuang , Liu Guijun , Shen Leilei , Liu Dan , Geng Rongqing , Wang Jin 
Published: June 2023

AbstractPorous cyclodextrin‐based polymers are widely used for the rapid removal of organic pollutants in water. Traditional cyclodextrin‐based polymers are prepared in the organic phase, which is time consuming and costly. Herein, a novel cyanuricchloride (TCT) cross‐linked porous β‐cyclodextrin‐based thin‐film composite membrane is designed in the aqueous phase by interfacial polymerization. A self‐standing TCT‐CDP film is formed instantly at the surface of water phase at room temperature. Several different water‐soluble organic dyes such as Methylene Blue, Neutral Red, Auramine, Brilliant Green, and Crystal Violet are selected for rejection study with TCT‐CDP membrane. The effective rejection of TCT‐CDP membrane for typical dyes is up to 99%, indicating TCT‐CDP membrane exhibit excellent selectivity for separation of organic dyes from water.