bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Tick Infestation in Migratory Birds of the Vistula River Valley, Poland
Authors: Zając Zbigniew , Kulisz Joanna , Kunc-Kozioł Renata , Woźniak Aneta , Filipiuk Maciej , Rudolf Robert , Bartosik Katarzyna , Cabezas-Cruz Alejandro 
Published: October 2022

Migratory birds play an important role in the eco-epidemiology of tick-borne diseases due to their ability to carry ticks for long distances. The aim of the present study was to investigate the prevalence and factors influencing the intensity of tick infestation in migratory birds. The study was conducted in a locality situated in the Vistula River valley, eastern Poland, during autumn, when the high migratory activity of birds is registered in the region. The birds were captured using ornithological nets and identified at the species level. In the next step, they were carefully inspected for attached ticks. Tick infestation was observed in 4.43% of the captured birds. The highest mean intensity of tick infestation was observed in birds foraging on the ground or in low shrubs and by long- and medium-distance migrants, i.e., Turdus merula (2.73), T. philomelos (2.04), and Erithacus rubecula (1.58). Ixodes ricinus was found to infest the birds most frequently. However, other tick species, i.e., I. trianguliceps, I. crenulatus (synonym I. canisuga), and I. apronophorus, rarely found in eastern Poland, were also found parasitizing birds. The occurrence of I. persulcatus, I. frontalis, and I. acuminatus (synonym I. redikorzevi) was confirmed in the region for the first time. The results of the study suggest that captured bird species are susceptible to tick infestation and could play an important role in the circulation of some tick-borne pathogens. They also play a significant role in the spread of ticks. The ecology and ethology of birds, including their foraging styles and migratory habits, are factors determining the risk of exposure of birds to tick attacks.
On the Role of Histopathological Examination in the Diagnosis Psoriasiform Sarcoidosis (Clinical Case)
Authors: Алиев А.Ш. , Мухамедов Б.И. , Колдарова Э.В. , Пягай О.Г. 
Published: October 2022

Саркоидоз – системное заболевание с хроническим течением, характеризующееся образованием специфических гранулем в различных органах и тканях. По современным представлениям, саркоидоз является болезнью нарушенной иммунореактивности с особой реакцией организма на воздействие различных факторов. В статье представлен клинический случай атипичной формы саркоидоза – псориазоподобный саркоид у пациентки 51 года. Данный клинический случай свидетельствует о трудностях диагностики из-за редкой встречаемости в практике врача-дерматолога, важности патогистологического исследования, которое позволяет проводить дифференциальную диагностику с другими заболеваниями кожи, имеющими сходную клиническую картину.
Sarcoidosis is a systemic disease with a chronic course, characterized by the formation of specific granulomas in various organs and tissues. According to modern concepts, sarcoidosis is a disease of impaired immunoreactivity with a special reaction of the body to the influence of various factors. A clinical case of an atypical form of sarcoidosis – psoriasis-like sarcoid in a 51-year-old patient is presented. This clinical case indicates the difficulties of diagnosis due to the rare occurrence in the practice of a dermatologist, the importance of histopathological examination, which allows differential diagnosis with other skin diseases that have a similar clinical picture.
Effects of electron charging and magnetization configuration on the electronic properties of Ni/C60/Ni single molecule transistors
Authors: Yoshida Kenji , Hamada Ikutaro , Hirakawa Kazuhiko 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
We report charge-state-dependent electron transport through single C60 molecule transistors with ferromagnetic Ni electrodes. We have found that the addition of an extra electron onto the C60 molecule in its equilibrium state leads to strong enhancement in the coupling between the C60 molecule and the Ni electrodes. Furthermore, even the magnetization configuration of the Ni electrodes modulates the hybridization in this strong coupling region, giving rise to a very large conductance change upon magnetization reversal. This work demonstrates great potentiality of ferromagnetic metal electrodes in controlling transport characteristics of single molecule transistors through modulation of charge states and/or magnetization configurations.
Evaluation of Correlation between Diabetic Retinopathy and Hearing Impairment in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Farooq Mashhood uz Zafar , Inamullah Syed , Mashhood Shama 
Published: October 2022

Objective: Diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness that occurs secondary to diabetesmellitus. Besides having serious effects on the retina, diabetes has also been found to affect the hearing sense.The aim of our study was to identify any correlation of hearing impairment with diabetic retinopathy in patientssuffering from Type 2 diabetes mellitus.Study Design: A Retrospective study.Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at the outpatient Otorhinolaryngology andOphthalmology clinics of Mohsin Family Health Clinic, Federal B Area of Karachi, Pakistan, from July 2016 toJune 2019.Materials and Methods: Retrospective data analysis was performed using non-probability purposive sampling.The demographic data, diabetic retinopathy and Hearing status were collected and analyzed using SPSS 20.0 inpatients suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus.Results: The mean age of patients was 60.65±7.35 and the duration of diabetes was 6.76±3.52. Diabeticretinopathy was evident in 235 patients (52.2%), and hearing impairment was found in 108(24%) patients. Age(p=0.024), duration of diabetes (p=<0.001), and diabetic retinopathy (p=<0.001) were significantly correlatedwith hearing impairment in type 2 DM patients.Conclusion: Hearing impairment is correlated with diabeticretinopathy in patients with type 2 diabetesmellitus. Monitoring of auditory function is advised in patients with retinopathy and vice versa, as timelymanagement of the condition can prevent further disability.
How to cite this: Farooq MZ, Inamullah S, Mashhood S. Evaluation of Correlation between Diabetic Retinopathy and Hearing Impairment in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Life and Science. 2022; 3(4): 183-187 . doi: http://doi.org/10.37185/LnS.1.1.236
The effect of polycystic ovary syndrome on intracytoplasmic sperm injection results in patients with endometriosis
Authors: AĞAR Mehmet , GÜRKAN Naziye , GÜRBÜZ Tuğba 
Published: October 2022

Aim: In this study, the fertility rate of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis was compared with the control group, which included women with normoresponder (NR) endometriosis.
Material and Method: This is a retrospective study with control in infertile women aged 25-40, suffering from PCOS and endometriosis, referred to the infertility clinic of Medistate Hospital between September 2018- December 2020. The pregnancy outcomes of age-matched participants were compared.
Results: Results did not show a statistically significant association between case and control regarding age and body mass index (BMI) (p>0.05). There was a statistically significant difference between groups regarding anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) (p0.05).
Conclusion: Women with PCOS and endometriosis did not show a significant difference in terms of pregnancy outcome compared to women with NR women with endometriosis.
Unemployment among cancer patients during COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: ALAGÜNEY Mehmet Erdem , YILDIZ Fatih 
Published: October 2022

Aim: The survival rate of cancer patients is increased which resulted in an increased number of cancer survivors in working life. Return to work of cancer patients resulted in improved health outcomes and quality of life. However, cancer survivors have a high risk of unemployment. The COVID-19 pandemic caused global economic distress and put a great burden on the healthcare system which affected the cancer survivors further. COVID-19 may be a concurrent risk along with cancer, as a barrier for return to work. We investigated the factors that are associated with unemployment among cancer survivors, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, we aimed to detect risk factors for unemployment amongst cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, we aimed to maintain the employment status of cancer survivors and prevent undesired individual and global economic and health outcomes.
Material and Method: This is a cross-sectional, descriptive study. Control patients who applied to the Medical Oncology outpatient clinic were over 18 years old, diagnosed with cancer, completed adjuvant chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy treatment, the disease has not relapsed, and working before March 2020 were included in the study. The survey collection process for the study was carried out between July 2020 and November 2020.
Results: There were 146 participants (65 male (44,5%) and 81 female (%55,5)). 42 (28.8%) of the 146 participants stated that they quit their jobs during the pandemic. Being a government employee, having a good-high household income and a high degree of education was protective against losing their jobs.
Conclusion: It is very important to understand the causes of unemployment among cancer survivors and solve these issues in order to increase the well-being, quality of life, and survival of the patient, as well as improve the economic and social status of society.
Prenatal characteristics and management of pregnants with fetal cerebellar malformation: 4-year single center experience
Authors: KORKMAZ Nazlı , ALATAŞ İbrahim , ATEŞ AYDIN Alev , EKİZ Ali , ÖNCÜ Necdet 
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Fetal cerebellar malformations (FCM) are known as very rare central nervous system malformations that occur as hypoplasia or agenesis of the cerebellum or vermis. In this study, the characteristics, diagnostic methods, risk factors and management of pregnant women diagnosed with FCM in the prenatal period were investigated.
Material and Method: The patients who diagnosed with prenatal FCM in the perinatology center between March 2017-February 2021 were included, retrospectively. The frequency of fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), amniocentesis and/or karyotype analysis rates, and termination frequency were evaluated. In addition, the factors affecting the amniocentesis and the termination/follow-up decision were investigated.
Results: A total of 42 pregnant with FCM were included. The median gestational age was 24.0 years, and the mean gestational week was 25+2 (SD±5+1) weeks. Nearly half (40.5%) of patients were diagnosed before 24 weeks of gestation and 45.2% were primiparous. Cerebellar hypoplasia was observed in 47.6%, while vermis agenesis was observed in almost one third (31.0%); and also 19.0% had multiple FCM. The fetal USG was used in all pregnant women, fetal MRI was performed in only 4.8% for diagnosis of FCM. The rate of amniocentesis and karyotype analysis were 11.9% and 7.1%, retrospectively. No any complications were observed after the amniocentesis. The termination rate was 30.9%. The mean gestational week of those who had live birth was higher than those who were terminated (24+4 vs 20+5) (p=0.019).
Conclusion: The frequency of FCM diagnosis has increased with the development of modern medicine and technology. There is no relationship between demographic characteristics of pregnant women and FCM. Socio-economic levels and religious belief differences affect the termination and birth rates.
The evaluation of success and failure of methotrexate treatment in ectopic pregnancy
Authors: AYAR MADENLİ Asena , ÇALI ÖZTÜRK Halime 
Published: October 2022

Aim: Regardless of medical advancements, ectopic pregnancy (EP) is still an essential factor in the mortality rate of women of reproductive age. The main aim of this study was to determine predictive factors associated with the success of the response to treatment with single-dose and two-dose methotrexate (MTX) regimens in women with tubal EP.
Material and Method: This retrospective study examined the electronic records of 130 patients who underwent treatment due to EP were included in the study. The patients were divided into two groups: the successful MTX treatment group (n: 85) as the case group and the failure of MTX treatment group (n: 45) as the control group.
Results: Age-matched (30.62±4.36) and body mass index (BMI)-matched (24.37±2.29) patients diagnosed with EP were treated with MTX. The mean beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG) value on the first day of treatment was 1639.84±524.96 mIU/mL in the successful and 5866.76±1875.51 mIU/mL in the unsuccessful group. 85 of 130 (65%) were successfully treated with MTX. Five of 45 (35%) failed medical treatment and required laparoscopic surgery. The longest ectopic mass diameter was significantly higher in the failure of MTX treatment group (p
Development of Telemedicine Simulations Addressing Social Determinants of Health
Authors: Lebo Chelsea , Souza Marina , Atkins Rahshida , Woods Liza , Perron Tracy , Jakubowski Tami , Brown Norma 
Published: October 2022

Background:
Five telemedicine simulations were created during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic to elucidate implicit biases and enhance awareness of social determinants of health among nursing students. Social determinants affect overall health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and risks. Implicit biases are related to patient–provider interactions, treatment decisions and adherence, and ultimately patient health outcomes. Purpose: This article explains the simulation development and content, describes the student learning outcomes, and presents faculty insights that highlight the necessity of simulation experiences in nursing education.

Method:
Five telemedicine simulations that presented different social determinants of health and implicit biases were created for undergraduate nursing students.

Results:
Nursing students increased knowledge related to social determinants and their own implicit biases.

Conclusion:

Telemedicine simulations were effective in assisting nursing students recognize their own implicit biases and the economic challenges of individuals living in poverty, as well as the potential influence of social determinants of health.

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J Nurs Educ
. 2023;62(1):58–61.]
GÊNERO TEXTUAL ANÚNCIO PUBLICITÁRIO: UMA PROPOSTA DE ESTUDO DE MULTIMODAL
Authors: Centurião Marlene , Manhães Borges Dalete , Teno Neide Araújo Castilho 
Published: October 2022

O anúncio publicitário, segundo os PCN (1998) trata-se de um gênero textual multimodal, que apresenta elementos que possibilitam diversas leituras e interpretações, tendo em vista suas peculiaridades de ser marcado com elementos visuais: cores, desenhos, formatos, jogo de palavras contribuindo para um cenário multimodal. Trata de uma proposta de estudo desenvolvida no Programa Mestrado Profissional-Profletras , em uma escola pública do ensino fundamental, afim de analisar o gênero textual anúncio publicitário, enquanto gênero multimodal, e compreender a sua importância no ensino de leitura e aprendizagem de língua portuguesa. buscou-se realizar leituras em um corpus de gêneros textuais multimodais a partir das mensagens presentes considerando especialmente a mensagem implícita, subtendida, conotativa, denotativa. Justifica se a opção por este gênero por estar presente no cotidiano dos sujeitos em todos os ambientes sociais e nos mais diversos veículos de comunicação. O estudo utilizou se a metodologia da pesquisa-ação, envolvendo alunos do 7º ano do Ensino Fundamental, de uma escola pública municipal sob a luz dos estudo teóricos da Linguística textual como: Kleiman (2016), Rojo (2012), Marcuschi (2008) entre outros. Os estudos apontaram para a necessidade de desenvolver atividades de leitura por meio desse gênero, entre outros multimodais para ampliar a competência leitora.
POLYMORPHISM OF ALLELES ASSOCIATED WITH LOW TEMPERATURE RESISTANCE IN REPRESENTATIVES OF THE BRASSICACEACE FAMILY WITH A WIDE DISTRIBUTION AREA
Authors: Lemesh V. A. , Mozgova G. V. , Kipen V. N. , Khotyleva L. V. 
Published: October 2022

The polymorphism of loci associated with cold resistance in representatives of the Brassicaceae family was studied. We used 11 SSR markers significantly correlated with relative electrical conductivity of tissue and MDA content, 4 SCAR-markers linked to the alleles of gene CCA1, as well as SSR Ol10 and SSR BnOl10, closely linked to QTLs associated with plant flowering start time, frost resistance, and winter survival. Verification of samples using the BoCCA1-1R1 SCAR marker showed that the BoCCA1-1 allele, which is characteristic of cold resistant varieties, is contained in the genomes of 26 out of 88 analyzed forms, including the Belarusian varieties of rapeseed Zenit, Dobrodey, Martyn.
Work has begun on the determination of CNV for SSR markers associated with MDA content and relative electrical conductivity of tissues in representatives of the Brassicaceae family. It was found that the DNA markers BrGMS102 and BrGMS4511, which are not effective for detecting polymorphism at genetic loci associated with cold resistance in representatives of the Brassicaceae family, show less than one copy per genome. The effective marker BnGMs180-1 showed variability: from two to twelve copies per genome. Consequently, gene copy number has an effect on increasing resistance to low temperatures in representatives of the Brassicaceae family.
MOST INFORMATIVE EPIGENETIC MARKERS TO THE HUMAN PSYCHOEMOTIONAL STATE
Authors: Mosse I. B. , Sedlyar N. G. , Babenko A. S. , Mosse K. A. , Shulinsky R. S. , Kilchevsky A. V. 
Published: October 2022

Epigenetic changes are currently considered to be the main determinants of the psycho-emotional state of a person. In
this work, we studied the level of methylation of 24 target CpG sites in the DNA of three psychoemotionally different groups of Belarusian population representatives: the control group of conditionally healthy volunteers, patients of the Republican Scientific and Practical Center for Mental Health with personality disorders, and representatives of the special forces of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Belarus Republic. Statistically significant differences between the groups were found for 11 CpG sites located in the promoter regions of eight genes of the brain neurotransmitter systems responsible for the psycho-emotional status of a person — FKPB, COMT, CACNA1C, HTR2A, OXTR, NR3C1, CRH, and SKA2. The most significant differences in the level of methylation were established for the target sites of
genes encoding serotonin and oxytocin receptors, HTR2A and OXTR, the analysis of which can be of great practical importance for medicine and forensics.
STUDY OF RS17872000 POLYMORPHISM IN CALPAIN (CAPN1) AND
RS109221039 CALPASTATIN (CAST) GENES IN MEAT PRODUCTIVITY CATTLE
Authors: Ramanishka E. L. , Kireyeva A. I. , Mikhailova M. E. , Sheyko R. I. 
Published: October 2022

Allelic variants of single nucleotide CAPN1 and CAST polymorphisms in cattle are associated with “marbling” and “tenderness” of meat. SNPs in CAPN1 (rs17872000) and CAST (rs109221039) genes in beef cattle breeds being bred in the Republic of Belarus were studied using KASP and real-time PCR methods. Genetic structure analysis of studied samples from cattle populations by the CAPN1 gene showed that the frequency of occurrence of the preferential Callele associated with “marbling” in Aberdeen Angus cattle was 34.3%, in the Limousine breed ― 14.3%, and in the Hereford breed ― 13.9%. The frequency of occurrence of the preferential A allele (CAST), which determines increased “tenderness” of meat, was 87.1% in the Aberdeen Angus breed, 75.5% in the Limousin, and 77.8% in the Hereford. The use of genetic markers as an important additional criterion in meat cattle breeding in combination with main
zootechnical methods will allow improving meat productivity.
UTILIZATION OF POLYMER WASTE BY PYROLYSIS IN COMPOSITIONS WITH PEAT
Authors: Lishtvan I. I. , Dudarchik V. M. , Kraiko V. M. , Anufrieva E. V. 
Published: October 2022

There is an intensive growth of polymer production all over the world. Annually, the industry consumes more than 150 million tons of plastics 85 %, of which are thermoplastics and 15 % thermosetting polymers. According to experts, the consumption of plastics in the world has increased to 1 t/year per person, which has significantly exacerbated the problem of recycling and reuse of such waste underground disposal is the most environmentally unfavorable option associated with both the irretrievable loss of material and energy, and the gradual release of toxic substances (dioxins, furans). Less common is the energy, which is associated with the need for effective purification of flue gases from toxic combustion products, which is very costly.
Pyrolysis is used as a prospective direction of polymer-containing waste recovery mixed combinations of peat with polymers requiring processing. The most representative and typical for the republic samples of polymer waste to be disposed
of, were selected, followed by the preparation of mixed compositions based on them in various combinations of components with two types of peat (top and lowland), their thermal degradation was carried out under various pyrolysis conditions and the material balance of the products obtained was compiled. The qualitative and quantitative composition of pyrolysis products are estimated on the example of the gas phase. The efficiency of the method of utilization of mixed compositions with the production of more high-calorie thermal degradation products has been confirmed. It is revealed that the conversion depth of mixed compositions significantly depends on the pyrolysis conditions and the composition of the initial components.
A method of utilization of polymer waste by pyrolysis of peat polymer compositions is proposed, which allows obtaining
a resin fraction with a higher yield and pyrolysis gas with a significantly higher heat of combustion as an energy carrier,
which gives reason to consider it as a highly efficient energy carrier in the production of thermal and electrical energy. The value of the resulting solid pyrolysis residue consists in the possibility of using it as both a building material and, in the future, raw materials for the manufacture of various sorbents.
FEATURES OF VERTICAL MIGRATION OF HEAVY METALS IN SOILS OF VARIOUS TYPES OF FOREST BIOGEOCENOSIS DURING AEROTECHNOGENIC CONTAMINATION WITH LEAD-CONTAINING DUST
Authors: Mikhalchuk M. V. , Kachanovich P. V. , Ashgirevich A. N. , Dashkevich M. M. 
Published: October 2022

We obtained data on radial migration of pollutant elements in soils of spruce, birch and black alder forests that had been subjected to air-dust contamination with lead-containing wastes. This waste was stored in a waste dump during 2015–2018 and then the waste was moved to a special landfill. We sampled each layer of soil and forest litter at intervals of 2 cm. The study area has strongly and moderately acidic, non-saturated, medium and low-humus, well-drained forest soils. We used the element concentration (or anomaly) coefficient and the radial contrast coefficient to assess the TM migration activity.
The highest levels of contamination are characteristic of forest litter. The intensity of element accumulation in litter is determined by two factors: the size of the litter itself and the distance of the sample site from the emission source. Well
developed spruce litter is a biogeochemical barrier, which significantly reduces the risk of pollution of the humus horizon of soils with cadmium and lead, as well as the flow of metals into deeper soil layers and groundwater. At the same time,
the migration mobility of iron, nickel and, to some extent, copper remains. The poorly size litter of birch and black-alder
forests has less pronounced protective properties.