bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison between pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block with lateral femoral cutaneous nerve block and supra-inguinal fascia iliaca compartment block (S-FICB) for total hip arthroplasty: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Liang Ludan , Zhang Can , Dai Wei , He Kaihua 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Purpose
To assess the efficacy of pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block combined with lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (LFCN) block in controlling postoperative pain and promoting recovery of lower extremity after total hip arthroplasty (THA), and to compare its effectiveness with supra-inguinal fascia iliaca compartment block (S-FICB).

Materials and methods
92 patients undergoing THA with general anesthesia were randomly allocated to receive either a PENG with LFCN block (n = 46) using 30 ml 0.33% ropivacaine (20 ml for PENG block, 10 ml for LFCN block), or an S-FICB (n = 46) using 30 ml 0.33% ropivacaine. The primary outcome was the time to first postoperative walk. The secondary outcomes included intraoperative remifentanil consumption, postoperative hip flexion degree and muscle strength of the operative lower limbs in the supine position, pain scores (static and dynamic), rescue analgesia, postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), and nerve block-related complications.

Results
The combination of PENG with LFCN blocks resulted in an earlier first postoperative walking time (19.6 ± 9.6 h vs 26.5 ± 8.2 h, P < 0.01), greater postoperative hip flexion degree at 6 h, 24 h and 48 h (all P < 0.01), and higher muscle strength of the operative lower limbs at 6 h after surgery (P = 0.03) compared to S-FICB. The difference in pain scores (static and dynamic) was only statistically significant at 48 h (P < 0.05). There were no differences in the other outcomes.

Conclusions
PENG with LFCN blocks is more effective than S-FICB in shortening the time to first postoperative walk and preservation hip motion after THA, which makes it a suitable addition to enhanced recovery programs following surgery.
Significance of clinical symptoms and red flags in early differential diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease and atypical Parkinsonian syndromes
Authors: Schröter Nils , van Eimeren Thilo , Classen Joseph , Levin Johannes , Redecker Christoph , Wolz Martin , Tönges Lars 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe clinical presentation of Parkinson’s disease and atypical Parkinsonian syndromes is often heterogeneous. Additional diagnostic procedures including brain imaging and biomarker analyses can help to appreciate the various syndromes, but a precise clinical evaluation and differentiation is always necessary. To better assess the relevance of distinct clinical symptoms that arose within 1 year of disease manifestation and evaluate their indicative potential for an atypical Parkinsonian syndrome, we conducted a modified Delphi panel with seven movement disorder specialists. Five different topics with several clinical symptom items were discussed and consensus criteria were tested. This resulted in distinct symptom patterns for each atypical Parkinsonian syndrome showing the multitude of clinical involvement in each neurodegenerative disease. Strongly discriminating clinical signs were few and levels of indication were variable. A prospective validation of the assessments made is needed. This demonstrates that both clinical evaluation and elaborate additional diagnostic procedures are needed to achieve a high diagnostic standard.
Predictability of intraoral scanner error for full-arch implant-supported rehabilitation
Authors: Zingari Francesco , Meglioli Matteo , Gallo Francesco , Macaluso Guido Maria , Tagliaferri Sara , Toffoli Andrea , Ghezzi Benedetta , Lumetti Simone 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Objectives
The present study aimed to analyze the behaviors of three intraoral scanners (IOSs): evaluating the interdistance and axial inclination discrepancies in full-arch scans, predictable errors were searched.

Materials and methods
Six edentulous sample models with variable numbers of dental implants were used; reference data were obtained with a coordinate-measuring machine (CMM). Each IOS (i.e., Primescan, CS3600, and Trios3) performed 10 scans per model (180 total scans). The origin of each scan body was used as a reference point to measure interdistance lengths and axial inclinations. Precision and trueness of interdistance measurements and axial inclinations were evaluated to address error predictability. Bland–Altman analysis, followed by linear regression analysis and Friedman’s test (plus Dunn’s post hoc correction), was performed to evaluate the precision and trueness.

Results
Regarding interdistance, Primescan showed the best precision (mean ± SD: 0.047 ± 0.020 mm), while Trios3 underestimated the reference value more than the others (p < 0.001) and had the worst performance (mean ± SD: −0.079 ± 0.048 mm).
Concerning the inclination angle, Primescan and Trios3 tended to overestimate angle values, while CS3600 underestimated them. Primescan had fewer inclination angle outliers, but it tended to add 0.4–0.6° to the measurements.

Conclusions
IOSs showed predictable errors: they tended to overestimate or underestimate linear measurements and axial inclinations of scan bodies, one added 0.4–0.6° to the angle inclination values. In particular, they showed heteroscedasticity, a behavior probably related to the software or the device itself.

Clinical significance
IOSs showed predictable errors that could affect clinical success. When performing a scan or choosing a scanner, clinicians should clearly know their behaviors.
Mycorrhiza Better Predict Soil Fungal Community Composition and Function than Aboveground Traits in Temperate Forest Ecosystems
Authors: Fitch Amelia A. , Lang Ashley K. , Whalen Emily D. , Helmers Eliza M. , Goldsmith Sarah G. , Hicks Pries Caitlin 
Published: April 2023

AbstractForests in the northeastern US are experiencing shifts in community composition due to the northward migration of warm-adapted tree species and certain species’ declines (for example, white ash and eastern hemlock) due to invasive insects. Changes in belowground fungal communities and associated functions will inevitably follow. Therefore, we sought to investigate the relative importance of two important tree characteristics—mycorrhizal type [ectomycorrhizal (EcM) or arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM)] and leaf habit (deciduous or evergreen) on soil fungal community composition and organic matter cycling. We sampled soil in the organic and mineral horizons beneath two AM-associated (Fraxinus americana and Thuja occidentalis) and two ECM-associated tree species (Betula alleghaniensis and Tsuga canadensis), with an evergreen and deciduous species in each mycorrhizal group. To characterize fungal communities and organic matter decomposition beneath each tree species, we sequenced the ITS1 region of fungal DNA and measured the potential activity of carbon- and nitrogen-targeting extracellular enzymes. Each tree species harbored distinct fungal communities, supporting the need to consider both mycorrhizal type and leaf habit. However, between tree characteristics, mycorrhizal type better predicted fungal communities. Across fungal guilds, saprotrophic fungi were the most important group in shaping fungal community differences in soils beneath all tree species. The effect of leaf habit on carbon- and nitrogen-targeting hydrolytic enzymes depended on tree mycorrhizal association in the organic horizon, while oxidative enzyme activities were higher beneath EcM-associated trees across both soil horizons and leaf habits.
Online enquiries and health concerns – a survey of German general practitioners regarding experiences and strategies in patient care
Authors: Wangler Julian , Jansky Michael 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Aim
Increasingly at GP practices, patients appear who are extremely worried as a result of health information researched online and consequently affected by doubts and concerns. The study highlights GP attitudes and experiences with regard to this patient group. Moreover, it identifies strategies adopted by GPs to respond appropriately to worried or scared patients.

Subject and methods
In the German federal states of Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, 2532 GPs were surveyed between June and August 2022. Owing to the explorative nature of the study, a descriptive analysis was conducted.

Results
Of the total respondents, 77% deemed the current problem of internet-related health concerns to be a major challenge in everyday practice. The implications affect patients’ mental stability and expectations towards the doctor (esp. demand for further instrumental diagnosis, 83%). One doctor in five (20%) has experienced the termination of patient contact because the relationship with the patient was no longer possible due to the patient’s uncontrolled online information behaviour. To respond to worried or scared patients, the respondents generally ask certain patient groups about online research (39%) and take this into account in the doctor–patient discussion (23%). Furthermore, the respondents use a detailed explanation of the diagnosis and/or treatment (65%) and recommend websites that they consider reputable (66%). Some of the doctors prefer a joint examination of the information researched by the patient (55%) as well as to explain the benefits and risks of online research (43%).

Conclusion
Many GPs demonstrate a high level of awareness and sensitivity with regard to extensive online research and potentially worried patients. It seems advisable to actively address the online search for information in the patient consultation to prevent possible negative effects on the doctor–patient relationship and to actively involve the patient. In this respect, it would also be worth considering expanding the medical history to include the dimension of online searching.
The GLVC scoring system: a single-center model for predicting survival and hospitalization in patients with heart failure
Authors: Chuda-Wietczak Anna , Sakowicz Agata , Tycinska Agnieszka , Bytyci Ibadete , Bielecka-Dabrowa Agata 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Background
Heart failure (HF) is the only cardiovascular disease with an ever-increasing incidence.

Aims
The aim of this study was to assess the predictors of adverse clinical events (CE) and the creation and evaluation of the prognostic value of a novel personalized scoring system in patients with HF.

Methods
The study included 113 HF patients (median age 64 years (IQR 58–69); 57.52% male). The new novel prognostic score named GLVC (G, global longitudinal peak strain (GLPS); L, left ventricular diastolic diameter (LVDD); V, oxygen pulse (VO2/HR); and C, high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)) was created. The Kaplan–Meier method and log-rank test were used to compare the CE.

Results
Results from final analyses showed that low GLPS (< 13.9%, OR = 2.66, 95% CI = 1.01–4.30, p = 0.002), high LVDD (> 56 mm, OR = 2.37, 95% CI = 1.01–5.55, p = 0.045), low oxygen pulse (< 10, OR = 2.8, 95% CI = 1.17–6.70, p = 0.019), and high hs-CRP (> 2.38 µg/ml, OR = 2.93, 95% CI = 1.31–6.54, p = 0.007) were independent prognostic factors for adverse CE in HF population. All the patients were stratified into a low-risk or high-risk group according to a novel “GLVC” scoring system. The Kaplan–Meier analyses demonstrated that patients in the high-risk group were more predisposed to having higher adverse clinical events compared to patients in the low-risk group.

Conclusions
A novel and comprehensive personalized “GLVC” scoring system is an easily available and effective tool for predicting the adverse outcomes in HF.

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Diagnostics and Prevention of Occupational Allergy in Hairdressers
Authors: Uter Wolfgang , Johansen Jeanne D. , Macan Jelena , Symanzik Cara , John Swen M. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis study aims to provide an overview on current knowledge on occupational allergic diseases in hairdressers and up-to-date perspectives of prevention.Recent FindingsHand eczema (dermatitis) is common in hairdressers, often caused by contact allergy to one or multiple small molecules (haptens) used, e.g., for dyeing, bleaching, and waving/relaxing or by ancillary substances such as preservatives. Hairdressers, compared to other patch-tested patients, have an up to fivefold increased risk to be found sensitized, e.g., againstp-phenylenediamine, ammonium persulfate, and glyceryl thioglycolate. Some of these small molecules may induce respiratory sensitization causing allergic rhinitis and/or asthma, notably persulfate salts.SummaryOccupational hazards in hairdressing are well described. This knowledge needs to be put into use for risk reduction, mainly by substitution of allergenic ingredients by less allergenic ones, education, and use of ventilation and suitable single-use gloves.
Lichtenberg figures—morphological findings
Authors: Byard Roger W. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractFollowing a witnessed lethal lightning strike of an adult male who was standing outside in a storm, numerous Lichtenberg figures were identified upon external examination of the body. Sectioning across multiple areas of linear erythema in the figures showed no subcutaneous hemorrhage. This was later confirmed on histology which showed only subtle dermal capillary dilatation with no interstitial hemorrhage or inflammation in these areas. The only areas of interstitial hemorrhage were present in adjacent scattered punctate burns from arcing. The documented resolution of Lichtenberg figures within hours would be more in keeping with temporary functional capillary dilatation, shown in this case, rather than with tissue alteration by interstitial hemorrhage or inflammation.
Developmental trajectories of aggression, hyperactivity/inattention, and anxious depressed mood: co-occurring problems within a chilean context
Authors: Morales María Francisca , MacBeth Angus , Nagin Daniel , Girard Lisa-Christine 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe current study examined multi-trajectories of aggression, hyperactivity/inattention and anxious/depressed problems, along with associated risk factors for trajectory group membership, using a person-centred approach. The sample included 2,857 children (50.1% males) enrolled in the Chilean Encuesta Longitudinal de la Primera Infancia cohort. Maternal reports using the Child Behaviour Checklist (CBCL) were completed when children were three, five and eleven years old. Information on risk/protective factors was collected using maternal reports and standardised assessments when children were aged three. Group-based multi-trajectory analysis was implemented. Results indicated that a five-group model best fit the data, with co-occurring symptoms across domains for all groups. Risk factors for membership of groups with the most elevated risk profiles included child sex, maternal age, single parent status, and maternal education, whilst children’s receptive language, maternal vocabulary skills, and not having early attendance in the educational system emerged as protective factors. These identified risk factors may be important targets for future intervention programmes in the Chilean context.
Effects of Mindfulness Meditation Duration and Type on Well-being: an Online Dose-Ranging Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Fincham Guy W. , Mavor Ken , Dritschel Barbara 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Objectives
This multi-arm randomized controlled online trial explored the effects of two key mindfulness characteristics (dose and type) over 2 weeks on mental well-being, along with psychological distress and dispositional mindfulness, in a healthy community sample.

Method
Participants were randomly assigned to one of four mindfulness interventions (~ 10 min or ~ 30 min of sitting or movement meditation) to practice daily for 2 weeks; 161 participants fully completed the study and were included in the final sample. We also explored self-reported adherence through how often participants practiced, along with dropout rate via how many participants fully completed the study.

Results
Well-being and mindfulness scores increased—and distress scores decreased—within all four conditions. However, most importantly, there were no significant differences between the conditions as a function of meditation dose or type. There were also no differences between the conditions on how regularly the meditations were practiced irrespective of type or dose. Additionally, there was no difference on dropout rate regarding meditation dose. However, meditation type had an effect, with a significantly higher dropout rate for participants allocated to a movement meditation irrespective of the dose.

Conclusions
Brief mindfulness meditation may offer some benefit to well-being regardless of the meditation type and dose but, fundamentally, no differences in effects were detected between short/long sitting meditations and short/long movement meditations. Moreover, the results indicate that movement meditations may possibly be harder to adhere to, potentially informing the tailoring of mindfulness-based self-help programs. Limitations and future directions are also discussed.

Preregistration
This study was retrospectively registered with the Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12619000422123).
Recent advancement in development and modification of nanofibrous matrix for the application in sensing and remediation of water pollutants
Authors: Khurana Dolphee , Sadashiva Swathi , Dey Bipasa , Guruprasad K. P. , Bhat Shyamasunder N. , Singh Bhisham Narayan 
Published: April 2023

AbstractElectrospun nanofibers have been extensively investigated in recent years for the generation of various advanced sensing technique like high efficiency biosensors, chemosensors, colorimetric sensing strip, and nanofibrillar-based biosorbent for waste water management, remediation and environmental monitoring. The present review article highlights various different types of conventional sensors, their limitations and the further advancement towards development of highly sensitive sensor with faster response time using functionalized nanofibrous matrix. It also explains the various approaches for the generation of nanofibrous matrix through melt blowing, force spinning, template melt extrusion and electrospinning methods and their further modification with suitable probe for the detection and elimination of various water contaminants. This review discussed various nanofibrous matrices that have been modified for the sensing and remediation of heavy metals such as mercury (Hg), lead (Pb), copper (Cu), organic pollutants such as dye, petroleum, phenolic compounds, and microorganisms such as Escherichia coli (E. coli), BVDV (bovine viral diarrhoea virus), Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Candida albicans (C. albicans). Finally, the various challenges and future perspectives associated with the usage of nanofibrous matrix-based sensors for detection and remediation of water pollutant are discussed.
New mesocarnivore at the doorstep of Central Europe: historic development of golden jackal (Canis aureus) population in Slovenia
Authors: Krofel M. , Berce M. , Berce T. , Kryštufek B. , Lamut S. , Tarman J. , Fležar U. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractGolden jackal (Canis aureus) has dramatically increased its distribution and abundance in Europe. Expansion is now reaching parts of Central, Northern, and Western Europe, where jackal occurrences are mainly limited to vagrants or single territorial groups. Currently, it is hard to predict future development of jackal populations in these regions, as it remains unclear whether environmental conditions here could enable population growth similar to the jackal core areas in the South-eastern Europe. We used a combination of a literature review, opportunistically collected data and systematic acoustic surveys to study historic development of golden jackal population in Slovenia, a Central European country that jackals started colonizing 70 years ago and which could serve as a model for other countries at the expansion frontier due to its resemblance in environmental conditions. After the initial expansion waves reached Slovenia in the 1950s and 1980s, jackal presence became more permanent since 2000s. This is also the period when first territorial groups and reproductions were confirmed, but it was not until the following decade for the number of records to start exhibiting an exponential growth. By 2016–2017, the minimum densities in lowlands reached 0.06–0.29 jackal territorial groups/10 km2, which is still lower compared to the core areas in the Balkans and the Pannonian Basin. This study demonstrates that jackals can successfully colonize and spread across a forested Central-European country with lower availability of anthropogenic food resources, although in such conditions, it can take several decades of sporadic existence before population progresses into exponential growth similar to jackal populations in the European core areas.
Integrated biorefinery of Mucor circinelloides biomass and sugarcane bagasse for application of high-value biopolymers
Authors: Zininga Johnson Tungamirai , Puri Adarsh Kumar , Dlangamandla Nkosikho , Wang Zhengxiang , Singh Suren , Permaul Kugenthiren 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe replacement of expensive components in microbial growth media with pretreated lignocellulosic waste component to increase the product spectrum and add value to the bioproducts has been encouraged to achieve sustainable and feasible utilization of waste biomass as per the biorefinery approach. This study demonstrates an integrated biorefinery approach towards utilization of sugarcane bagasse and biomass of Mucor circinelloides ZSKP. A maximum reducing sugar recovery of 80.67 g/l was achieved after combining pretreatment with saccharification. A low temperature, glycerol, and ammonium phosphate pretreatment method was established, where glycerol pretreatment conditions were reduced from 250 to 150 °C and from 120 to 45 min. The ammonium phosphate-containing hydrolysate yielded 12.89 g/l of fungal biomass after fermentation to add to 20.8 g lignin from the delignification step. The biomass production was further improved to 17.69 g/l after supplementation with corn steep solids and mineral salts. The fermentation process also yielded 2.36 g/l chitosan and 4.9 g/l of lipids after extraction from the oleaginous fungus. The lignin infused glycerol plasticized chitosan biocomposite plastic had a 100% improvement in thermogravimetric properties with almost 50% more energy needed to increase the temperature of the material when compared to glycerol only plasticized biocomposite. The fungal chitosan showed antimicrobial properties and was effective as a preservative spray for fresh tomatoes and apples extending their shelf life to at least 14 and 18 days, respectively. This study therefore demonstrated that a novel two-step pretreatment process could be environmentally beneficial and yielded multiple products for biotechnological applications.
Seeds of knowledge: paving the way to integrated historical and conservation science research
Authors: Gomes Inês , Freire Dulce 
Published: April 2023

AbstractRecognition of the importance of protecting agrobiodiversity is not a new phenomenon. Crossing different sciences is often pinpointed as a relevant contributor to its successful protection. This paper proposes an integrated research approach in history and conservation science by opening new paths for using written historical sources in biodiversity inventories. It discusses some conceptual and methodological challenges raised by historical research regarding the diversity and distribution of wild and cultivated edible plants. The possibilities of using historical sources for compiling plant lists that can be integrated into biodiversity databases are also explored. Arguing that interdisciplinarity and transdisciplinarity are crucial, enabling a wide range of vernacular sources from several centuries to be cross-referenced, the paper aims to draw attention to written historical sources and their importance in deepening knowledge about past biodiversity patterns.