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Prediction of Chinese clients’ satisfaction with psychotherapy by machine learning
Authors: Yao Lijun , Wang Ziyi , Gu Hong , Zhao Xudong , Chen Yang , Liu Liang 
Published: January 2023

BackgroundEffective psychotherapy should satisfy the client, but that satisfaction depends on many factors. We do not fully understand the factors that affect client satisfaction with psychotherapy and how these factors synergistically affect a client’s psychotherapy experience.AimsThis study aims to use machine learning to predict Chinese clients’ satisfaction with psychotherapy and analyze potential outcome contributors.MethodsIn this cross-sectional investigation, a self-compiled online questionnaire was delivered through the WeChat app. The information of 791 participants who had received psychotherapy was used in the study. A series of features, for example, the participants’ demographic features and psychotherapy-related features, were chosen to distinguish between participants satisfied and dissatisfied with the psychotherapy they received. With our dataset, we trained seven supervised machine-learning-based algorithms to implement prediction models.ResultsAmong the 791 participants, 619 (78.3%) reported being satisfied with the psychotherapy sessions that they received. The occupation of the clients, the location of psychotherapy, and the form of access to psychotherapy are the three most recognizable features that determined whether clients are satisfied with psychotherapy. The machine-learning model based on the CatBoost achieved the highest prediction performance in classifying satisfied and psychotherapy clients with an F1 score of 0.758.ConclusionThis study clarified the factors related to clients’ satisfaction with psychotherapy, and the machine-learning-based classifier accurately distinguished clients who were satisfied or unsatisfied with psychotherapy. These results will help provide better psychotherapy strategies for specific clients, so they may achieve better therapeutic outcomes.
Predictors of health state utility values using SF-6D for Chinese adult patients with β-thalassemia major
Authors: Zhang Runqi , Zhang Shuo , Ming Jing , Xie Jing , Liu Baoguo , Chen Cuiqian , Sun Xiaojie , Zhen Xuemei 
Published: January 2023

BackgroundPatients with β-thalassemia major (β-TM), predominantly adult patients, are associated with physical, mental, and social problems, that result in decreased quality of life (QoL). However, there is a paucity of data on QoL and health status utility (HSU) among adult patients with β-TM in mainland China. Our study aimed to evaluate the QoL by short form 36 questionnaire (SF-36) of adult patients with β-TM in mainland China and to estimate their HSU by SF-6D. In addition, we aimed to identify predictors of HSU.MethodsIn this cross-sectional descriptive study, a total of 75 adult patients with β-TM were included by the snowball sampling method that applied involving seven provinces with a relatively high prevalence of thalassemia across mainland China between September 1, 2021 and January 31, 2022. The collected information included social-demographic characteristics, health conditions, treatment, social support (social support rating scale), caregiver burden (Zarit burden interview), and QoL (SF-36). HSU scores were calculated for each adult patient from their SF-36 responses using the SF-6D algorithm with Hong Kong's tariff. The frequency of participants' responses to the SF-6D for each item of the options was described. Mean HSU scores between different subgroups were calculated. Ordinary least squares (OLS) regression modeling was performed to identify factors associated with HSU.ResultsA total of 75 adult patients with β-TM were included in this study. The mean SF-36 score was 50.2 ± 10.70, of which physical and mental scores were 47.57 ± 11.28 and 52.85 ± 14.21, respectively. In addition, the mean SF-6D utility score was estimated to be 0.598 ± 0.112, ranging from 0.391 to 0.962. Univariate analyses showed that interruption of iron chelation treatment significantly affected HSU values (P = 0.038); diagnosis with comorbidity very slightly affected HSU values (P = 0.0996). In the multivariate analysis, diagnosis with comorbidity (P = 0.042) was significantly negatively associated with HSU values; the minimum pre-transfusion hemoglobin concentration (P = 0.047) and social support (P = 0.068) were positively associated with HSU values.ConclusionThis study presents poor QoL and HSU outcomes in Chinese adult patients with β-TM. The study also highlights the importance of social support and treatment compliance, which can increase hemoglobin content and reduce comorbidities, further to ensure the QoL of patients. These findings can be used for future clinical and economic studies.
Associations between depression and the incident risk of obesity in southwest China: A community population prospective cohort study
Authors: Liu Tao , Wu Bo , Yao Yuntong , Chen Yun , Zhou Jie , Xu Kelin , Wang Na , Fu Chaowei 
Published: January 2023

ObjectiveThis study aimed to describe the incidence of obesity and investigate associations between depression and the risk of incident obesity among residents in Southwest China.MethodsA 10-year prospective cohort study of 4,745 non-obese adults was conducted in Guizhou, southwest China from 2010 to 2020. Depression was assessed by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) while the obesity was identified by waist circumference (WC) and/or body mass index (BMI). Cox proportional hazard models were used to estimate hazard ratios (HR), and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of depression and incident obesity.ResultsA total of 1,115 incident obesity were identified over an average follow-up of 7.19 years, with an incidence of 32.66 per 1,000 PYs for any obesity, 31.14 per 1,000 PYs and 9.40 per 1,000 PYs for abdominal obesity and general obesity, respectively. After adjustment for potential confounding factors, risks of incident abdominal obesity for subjects with minimal (aHR: 1.22, 95% CI: 1.05, 1.43), and mild or more advanced depression (aHR: 1.27, 95% CI: 1.01, 1.62) were statistically higher than those not depressed, while there was no significant association with incident general obesity. The risks of any incident obesity among subjects with minimal (aHR: 1.21, 95% CI: 1.04, 1.40), mild or more advanced depression (aHR: 1.30, 95% CI: 1.03, 1.64) were significantly higher than those not depressed and positive association was found for PHQ score per SD increase (aHR: 1.07, 95%CI: 1.01, 1.13), too. The association was stronger significantly in Han Chinese (minimal: aHR: 1.27, 95% CI: 1.05, 1.52; mild or more advanced: aHR: 1.70, 95% CI: 1.30, 2.21) and farmers (minimal: aHR: 1.64, 95% CI: 1.35, 2.01; mild or more advanced: aHR: 1.82, 95% CI: 1.32, 2.51).ConclusionDepression increased the risk of incident obesity among adults in Southwest China, especially among Han Chinese and farmers. This finding suggests that preventing and controlling depression may benefit the control of incident obesity.
Usability of self-reported assessment of work functioning in municipal occupational rehabilitation teams: A qualitative study
Authors: Momsen Anne-Mette Hedeager , Tonnesen Merete , Zwicky-Hauschild Birgitte , Nielsen Claus Vinther , Escorpizo Reuben , Langagergaard Vivian , Stapelfeldt Christina Malmose 
Published: January 2023

AimsThis study aimed to explore (1) whether self-reported assessment on work-related functioning, workability, return-to-work (RTW) self-efficacy, and expectation was useful in the professionals’ assessment of sick-listed workers and could guide referral to interventions and (2) whether self-reporting in addition to “usual practice” could improve the RTW dialog and involvement in case management.MethodsThe qualitative study took place in two municipal job centers in 2021. The assessment was based on the Work Rehabilitation Questionnaire, RTW-Self-efficacy Scale-19, and single items of self-rated health, workability, and RTW expectations. Sick-listed workers (n = 36) were interviewed by telephone. Three focus-group interviews were conducted with professionals who had used the questionnaire. Data were coded and analyzed thematically.ResultsThree themes with seven subthemes emerged: (1) accessibility; (2) one tool in the RTW toolbox (subthemes: a supplementary tool, a tool for reflection, facilitating interdisciplinary communication, and enhancing active participation); and (3) the value of “ticking boxes” (subthemes: good days, bad days, the issue of power, and the cultural meaning of words).ConclusionThe professionals would not recommend the present questionnaire for use during their rehabilitation team meeting for assessment, interdisciplinary communication, or choice of interventions. However, using the parts assessing RTW self-efficacy and expectation combined with a dialog may be of value early in the RTW process. The self-reporting assessment tool was perceived to be meaningful to some sick-listed workers, as it provided reflections on important aspects of the RTW process. Some workers believed that it might contribute to the rehabilitation team, and thus, it could improve their involvement.
Epididymitis, orchitis, and epididymo-orchitis associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection in pediatric patients: A systematic review
Authors: Inouye Daniel , Baker Zoë , Peña Adam , Vasquez Evalynn 
Published: January 2023

IntroductionEpididymitis, orchitis, and epididymo-orchitis (EO) are common disorders in pediatric patients which may be caused by infection, trauma, or inflammation. SARS-CoV-2 associated EO has been previously described, particularly in adults. However, no systematic reviews of these manifestations in pediatric patients yet exist. We present a systematic literature review of epididymitis, orchitis, and EO associated with SARS-CoV-2 in pediatric patients to shed light on these relatively rare, yet potentially severe, conditions to understand presentation, course of illness, management options, and outcomes.Materials and MethodsFollowing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, a systematic review was performed using specified key terms to search PubMed, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Web of Science, and Embase. Articles were independently screened by two reviewers. Manuscripts with detailed descriptions of SARS-CoV-2 associated epididymitis, orchitis, or EO in pediatric patients were included. Exclusion criteria included: no clear diagnosis of the target diseases and no detailed clinical course described. Quality and bias were assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist for Case Reports.Results60 records were initially identified, with 6 case reports included in the systematic review. All 6 patients included presented with fever and genitourinary symptoms. Four patients were also diagnosed with multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C). One patient underwent surgical exploration for presumed testicular torsion, though intraoperatively there was no evidence of torsion. All patients recovered without documented long-term sequelae.DiscussionWhile observational studies are prone to bias, this systematic review suggests that epididymitis, orchitis, and EO are significant manifestations of SARS-CoV-2 that may mimic urologic emergencies (i.e., testicular torsion). Providers should suspect these conditions in pediatric COVID-19 patients with scrotal symptoms, particularly with associated MIS-C. The long-term genitourinary sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 should be investigated, including the effects on pediatric patients undergoing reproductive development.
Percutaneous tracheostomy: Comparison of three different methods with respect to tracheal cartilage injury in cadavers—Randomized controlled study
Authors: Bódis Fruzsina , Orosz Gábor , Tóth József T. , Szabó Marcell , Élő László Gergely , Gál János , Élő Gábor 
Published: January 2023

Background: Performing tracheostomy improves patient comfort and success rate of weaning from prolonged invasive mechanical ventilation. Data suggest that patients have more benefit of percutaneous technique than the surgical procedure, however, there is no consensus on the percutaneous method of choice regarding severe complications such as late tracheal stenosis. Aim of this study was comparing incidences of cartilage injury caused by different percutaneous dilatation techniques (PDT), including Single Dilator, Griggs’ and modified (bidirectional) Griggs’ method.Materials and methods: Randomized observational study was conducted on 150 cadavers underwent post-mortem percutaneous tracheostomy. Data of cadavers including age, gender and time elapsed from death until the intervention (more or less than 72 h) were collected and recorded. Primary and secondary outcomes were: rate of cartilage injury and cannula malposition respectively.Results: Statistical analysis revealed that method of intervention was significantly associated with occurrence of cartilage injury, as comparing either standard Griggs’ with Single Dilator (p = 0.002; OR: 4.903; 95% CI: 1.834–13.105) or modified Griggs’ with Single Dilator (p &lt; 0.001; OR: 6.559; 95% CI: 2.472–17.404), however, no statistical difference was observed between standard and modified Griggs’ techniques (p = 0.583; OR: 0.748; 95% CI: 0.347–1.610). We found no statistical difference in the occurrence of cartilage injury between the early- and late post-mortem group (p = 0.630). Neither gender (p = 0.913), nor age (p = 0.529) influenced the rate of cartilage fracture. There was no statistical difference between the applied PDT techniques regarding the cannula misplacement/malposition.Conclusion: In this cadaver study both standard and modified Griggs’ forceps dilatational methods were safer than Single dilator in respect of cartilage injury.
Effect of Diamond Burnishing on the Properties of FSW Joints of EN AW-2024 Aluminum Alloys
Authors: Kluz Rafał , Bucior Magdalena , Dzierwa Andrzej , Antosz Katarzyna , Bochnowski Wojciech , Ochał Kamil 
Published: January 2023

The article presents the results of an analysis of the surface roughness parameters, microhardness, and the stresses of the surface layer ofFSW butt joints subjected to the burnishing process with a diamond tip. This can be useful in selecting the optimal parameters of the burnishing process, ensuring the best properties of the surface layer of the FSW joint. Burnishing force and feed rate influence were analyzed according to the two-factor three-level full factorial statistical completed plan PS/DC 32. The tested material was 2024-T3 aluminum alloy sheets with a thickness of 2 mm. The results show that burnishing significantly reduced the surface roughness from Sa = 6.46 μm to Sa in the range of 0.33 μm–1.7 μm. This treatment provides high compressive residual stresses σx from −86 to −130 MPa and σy from −158 to −242 MPa. Microhardness increased from 84.19% to 174.53% compared to butt joints. Based on the obtained results, multi-criteria optimization was carried out. This optimization allows us to obtain a compromise solution ensuring compressive stresses in the surface layer (σx=−123 MPa and σy=−202 MPa) and microhardness HV=362.56 mm/mm2 with the roughness of the weld surface Sa = 0.28 µm, Sku = 3.93 and Spc = 35.88 1/mm.
Molecular Identification of Photobacterium damselae in Wild Marine Fish from the Eastern Mediterranean Sea
Authors: Morick Danny , Maron Yuval , Davidovich Nadav , Zemah-Shamir Ziv , Nachum-Biala Yaarit , Itay Peleg , Wosnick Natascha , Tchernov Dan , Harrus Shimon 
Published: January 2023

Infectious diseases caused by marine bacterial pathogens inflict increasing economic losses to fisheries and aquaculture, while also posing a growing risk to public health and affected species conservation. In this study, four wild marine fish species were collected at five fishing sites in Israel, divided into two regions—north (Acre, Haifa, Shefayim) and center-south (Tel-Aviv and Ashdod), and screened for Photobacterium damselae. An initial screening was carried out using PCR analysis with specifically designed primers on DNA extracted from livers and kidneys. P. damselae-positive samples had their 16S rRNA amplicons sequenced. Later, an attempt to specify relevant sub-species was performed, using a three-layered gene screen: Car, ureC and toxR. Of 334 fish samples, 47 (14%) were found to be P. damselae-positive, of which 20 were identified as P. damselae subsp. piscicida (Phdp), two as P. damselae subsp. damselae (Phdd) and 25 could not be identified to subspecies. Our results strengthen the view that fish residing in a polluted environment are receptive of pathogenic microorganisms. To assess how the presence of pathogens may affect population management and conservation, this research should be followed by studies aimed at: (i) quantifying levels of pollutants that may affect pathogen emergence, and (ii) creating a standard pollution-level index as a basis for setting criteria, above which authorities should take measures of precaution.
Furcanthicus gen. nov., a New Genus of Oriental Anthicini (Coleoptera, Anthicidae), with Description of Three New Species
Authors: Zhao Yuchen , Wang Xinpu , Lee Seunghyun , Bai Ming 
Published: January 2023

Furcanthicus gen. nov. (Anthicinae: Anthicini) and three new species from the Oriental region are described: Furcanthicus acutibialis sp. nov. (China: Tibet), F. telnovi sp. nov. (China: Yunnan), and F. validus sp. nov. (China: Sichuan). Some critical morphological characters of this genus are discussed. Eight new combinations are established for the following taxa: Furcanthicus punctiger (Krekich-Strassoldo, 1931) comb. nov., F. rubens (Krekich-Strassoldo, 1931) comb. nov., F. maderi (Heberdey, 1938) comb. nov., F. monstrator (Telnov, 2005) comb. nov., F. vicarius (Telnov, 2005) comb. nov., F. lepcha (Telnov, 2018) comb. nov., F. vicinor (Telnov, 2018) comb. nov. (all from Anthicus Paykull, 1798), and Nitorus lii (Uhmann, 1997) comb. nov. (from Pseudoleptaleus Pic, 1900). Two informal species-groups are established: F. maderi and F. rubens species-group. The little-known species F. maderi, F. rubens, and F. punctiger are redescribed, diagnosed, and illustrated. The distribution map and key to species of this new genus are provided.
Validation of Physical Activity Correlates Questionnaire from Social Ecological Model in College Students
Authors: Huang Meirong , Sun Haichun , Chen Han , Zhang Yanping , Adams Kaitlyn , Gao Zan 
Published: January 2023

More than 50% of Chinese college students rarely engage in any type of physical activity (PA). The literature shows several issues in college students’ health due to lack of PA. Promoting college students’ PA participation across the country has become a challenging task. This study aims to create a questionnaire into the correlates that affect Chinese college students’ engagement in leisure time PA. We first determined the factor structure of college students’ PA engagements. Then, we tested and verified the reliability and validity of the factor structure of the questionnaire. The Chinese college students’ PA correlates questionnaire was designed according to the Social Ecological Model. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) extracted all the included items, whereas confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) verified the validity of the model. We recruited 1290 college students to complete the questionnaire. A second-order structural model was constructed. Specifically, the first-order included individual, social, and environmental as dimensions, while the second-order had interest, media, social support, traditional culture, facilities, and environment as factors. The six factors have polymerized 22 items. The model demonstrated a good fit (X2/df = 1.4; CFI = 0.98; GFI = 0.94; RMSEA = 0.02; SRMR = 0.05). In conclusion, the newly established questionnaire of college students’ PA correlates is reasonable, and the results of factors reliabilities and model fit are acceptable.
New Insights into the In Vitro Antioxidant Routes and Osteogenic Properties of Sr/Zn Phytate Compounds
Authors: Asensio Gerardo , Martín-del-Campo Marcela , Ramírez Rosa Ana , Rojo Luis , Vázquez-Lasa Blanca 
Published: January 2023

Sr/Zn phytate compounds have been shown interest in biomaterial science, specifically in dental implantology, due to their antimicrobial effects against Streptococcus mutans and their capacity to form bioactive coatings. Phytic acid is a natural chelating compound that shows antioxidant and osteogenic properties that can play an important role in bone remodelling processes affected by oxidative stress environments, such as those produced during infections. The application of non-protein cell-signalling molecules that regulate both bone and ROS homeostasis is a promising strategy for the regeneration of bone tissues affected by oxidative stress processes. In this context, phytic acid (PA) emerged as an excellent option since its antioxidant and osteogenic properties can play an important role in bone remodelling processes. In this study, we explored the antioxidant and osteogenic properties of two metallic PA complexes bearing bioactive cations, i.e., Sr2+ (SrPhy) and Zn2+ (ZnPhy), highlighting the effect of the divalent cations anchored to phytate moieties and their capability to modulate the PA properties. The in vitro features of the complexes were analyzed and compared with those of their precursor PA. The ferrozine/FeCl2 method indicated that SrPhy exhibited a more remarkable ferrous ion affinity than ZnPhy, while the antioxidant activity demonstrated by a DPPH assay showed that only ZnPhy reduced the content of free radicals. Likewise, the antioxidant potential was assessed with RAW264.7 cell cultures. An ROS assay indicated again that ZnPhy was the only one to reduce the ROS content (20%), whereas all phytate compounds inhibited lipid peroxidation following the decreasing order of PA > SrPhy > ZnPhy. The in vitro evaluation of the phytate’s osteogenic ability was performed using hMSC cells. The results showed tailored properties related to the cation bound in each complex. ZnPhy overexpressed ALP activity at 3 and 14 days, and SrPhy significantly increased calcium deposition after 21 days. This study demonstrated that Sr/Zn phytates maintained the antioxidant and osteogenic properties of PA and can be used in bone regenerative therapies involving oxidative environments, such as infected implant coatings and periodontal tissues.
Effect of Sowing Date and Environment on Phenology, Growth and Yield of Lentil (Lens culinaris Medikus.) Genotypes
Authors: Maphosa Lancelot , Preston Aaron , Richards Mark F. 
Published: January 2023

Lentil, an important pulse crop in Australia, is sown soon after the onset of autumn rains and grows mainly under rainfed conditions. This study examined lentil phenological development, growth and grain yield under different sowing dates and environments in New South Wales (NSW). Eight lentil varieties were phenotyped over two years and four sowing times in southern NSW (Leeton, Wagga Wagga and Yanco (one year)) and central western NSW (Trangie). Time of sowing affected important agronomic traits, with a delay in sowing decreasing time to flowering and podding, biomass accumulation, plant height and position of bottom pod. Sowing earlier or later than optimum decreased grain yield. Yield was mainly determined by the number of pods and seeds per plant, with minimal impact from seed weight. Overall, yields were higher in favorable environments such Leeton experiment which received more water compared to the other sites which received less water. Averaged across sowing dates, the slower maturing PBA Greenfield was lower yielding whilst fast maturing varieties such as PBA Bolt and PBA Blitz yielded higher. PBA Jumbo2 is less sensitive to environmental interaction and thus broadly adapted to the diverse environments. Optimum sowing time was identified as the end of April to mid-May.