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A comparison of functional and radiological outcome of combine compression antegrade intertrochanteric nail (InterTan) and proximal femoral nail anti-rotation II (PFNA-II) in elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures
Authors: Zhu Zhonglian , Zhao Zhi , Wang Xuyi , Wang Zhaodong , Guan Jianzhong 
Published: December 2022

Objective: To compare the functional and radiological outcome of combine compression interlocking intramedullary nail (InterTan) and proximal femoral nail anti-rotation II (PFNA-II) in the treatment of elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures.
Methods: As a retrospective cohort study, records of 88 patients with intertrochanteric fractures treated in our hospital from January 1st, 2019 to July 31st, 2021 were retrospectively reviewed. According to treatment records, it included 45 patients treated with InterTan (Group-A) and 43 patients treated with PFNA-II (Group-B). The operation safety and functional rehabilitation of the two groups were compared and analyzed.
Results: This study included 88 patients with intertrochanteric fractures (mean [SD] age, 68.72 [0.10] years at baseline), of whom 52 (59.09%) were males and 36 (40.91%) were females. Operation time and intraoperative blood loss in Group-B were less than Group-A, while fracture healing time was shorter in Group-A. The fracture separation distance was measured four weeks after the operation. The widening rate of the fracture line in Group-A was lower than Group-B (4.4% vs.18.6%; P<0.05). The incidence of complications in Group-A was lower than Group-B (4.4% vs.18.6%; P<0.05). At three, six and twelve months after the operation, the Harris hip score of the two groups was higher than at discharge (P<0.05), with no significant difference between groups (P>0.05).
Conclusions: We found no significant difference in the functional outcome in elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures treated with InterTan and PFNA-II. Early fracture healing and reduced complication rate however has been noted with InterTan.
doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.39.1.6946
How to cite this: Zhu Z, Zhao Z, Wang X, Wang Z, Guan J. A comparison of functional and radiological outcome of combine compression antegrade intertrochanteric nail (InterTan) and proximal femoral nail anti-rotation II (PFNA-II) in elderly patients with intertrochanteric fractures. Pak J Med Sci. 2023;39(1):96-100. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.39.1.6946
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Lessons for Decision-Analysis Practice from the Automotive Industry
Authors: Bordley Robert F. 
Published: December 2022

Decision analysis is widely used in making decisions involving low-probability, high-consequence events (e.g., drug discovery, oil and gas drilling, risk reduction). This paper focuses on the automotive industries in which more intermediate uncertainties are important. As in any large organization, different members of the organization have different information and different incentives. In this setting, influence diagrams proved invaluable in identifying the information creditable models need, discovering new distinctions of high value, developing win/win compromises, and enabling higher-value technology transfer. However, these examples also highlight the need for more research on addressing motivational biases within organizations.History: This paper was refereed. This paper was accepted for the Special Issue of INFORMS Journal on Applied Analytics—Decision Analysis.
MODELING AND ANALYSIS OF THE ECOMOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF AZERBAIJAN BASED ON THE PRODUCTION FUNCTION
Authors: Ahmadova Esmira 
Published: December 2022

The study aims to identify the economic development potential by modeling and identifying the turning points in the development of the Azerbaijani economy corresponding to the phases in the economic cycle. Overall, the paper presents the results of the analysis of the development of the Azerbaijani economy using production functions (PF). The empirical characteristics of the PF made it possible to periodize the considered time interval i.e. identify areas with different behavior of empirical characteristics. Moreover, it was revealed that these sections are repeated within a certain period. The specifics of economy modeling are determined using the methods of production variables based on the annual data of the State Statistical Committee for 1997–2021. The methodological basis of the study is the economic and mathematical apparatus of the classic Cobb–Douglas production function. The calculations were performed using freely distributed modern software, the statistical environment R: which is one of the most dynamically developing programs in its class. As a result of the study, we identified the chronological boundaries of short-term and medium-term economic cycles in the economy of Azerbaijan, analyzed the patterns of production variables in different periods of the cycle. The article provides the results of modeling the GDP dynamics in Azerbaijan, which are described by production functions with a significantly different set of parameters; identifies important macroeconomic variables; provides an econometric analysis of the models, production variables, and corresponding conclusions.
PARENTAL CONTROL OVER MEDIA CONSUMPTION IN SLOVAK FAMILIES
Authors: Bielčiková Kristína , Hollá Katarína 
Published: December 2022

Introduction: A child’s upbringing begins with his/her birth as he/she gradually adapts to the current family habits and society, so that the child is prepared for all circumstances. From birth, a child perceives the warmth, the light, and the love of his/her mother. They also perceive the influence of the media, and it is, therefore, desirable to prepare children to use them correctly and safely. Children use several types of media as a source of information, entertainment, and leisure.
Objectives: The study aims to identify and analyse adolescents’ media consumption and to highlight parental control in Slovak families.
Methods: the data for the study is conducted with an online questionnaire focusing on media literacy and parental mediation, which is then distributed among the pupils in Slovakia.
Results: The study finds that boys spend most of their time on the computer or laptop, and the most common activity is playing games. Connecting to social networking sites for chatting is popular among girls. The use of mobile phones with internet access is common among both genders. Boys are found to have more restrictions on the time spent online and the content consumed. Age wise, media consumption of 11 and 12 year olds is restrictive. For older pupils, there is not much parental control.
Conclusion: Media literacy is important for families today. Parents must adapt to the digital age and equip their children to use online media responsibly. The study highlights the possibilities for family media education and draws attention to age and gender-wise differences in the parental control on media consumption of adolescents in Slovak families.
THE HYMNONYM ‘SONG’ – A ROOT WORD IN BULGARIAN AND RUSSIAN PHRASEOLOGY
Authors: Ilieva Teodora 
Published: December 2022

The present article deals with the hymnonym of ‘song’ as a root word in 17 phraseological microsemantic cores in Bulgarian and Russian languages, excerpted from many phraseological dictionaries and media texts. The taxonomic material,the basis for the semantic-syntactic analysis belongs to a wider phrase field – of real (full) phraseological units and non-real phraseological expressions. A comparison is between the phrases in the two languages, highlighting the common Slavic uses and differences, the specific expressions (direct, metaphorical, metonymic, and other uses of ‘song’), which are the linguistic picture of each ethnic phenotype. I analyze and categorise the phraseologisms on several grounds according to their syntactic structure (bi-element: A + S, V + S, S+ S; three-element: V + A + S, S + pr + S, V + Pron. + S; poly-element: V + A + c + A + S, V + pr + S + Pron, V + pr + S + A + S, V + comp. + A + S, pr + S + S + V).
Accelerated discharge after aseptic revision knee arthroplasty is not associated with early readmission and reoperation
Authors: Cochrane Niall H. , Kim Billy , Seyler Thorsten M. , Bolognesi Michael P. , Wellman Samuel S. , Ryan Sean P. 
Published: December 2022

Aims In the last decade, perioperative advancements have expanded the use of outpatient primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Despite this, there remains limited data on expedited discharge after revision TKA. This study compared 30-day readmissions and reoperations in patients undergoing revision TKA with a hospital stay greater or less than 24 hours. The authors hypothesized that expedited discharge in select patients would not be associated with increased 30-day readmissions and reoperations. Methods Aseptic revision TKAs in the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database were reviewed from 2013 to 2020. TKAs were stratified by length of hospital stay (greater or less than 24 hours). Patient demographic details, medical comorbidities, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) grade, operating time, components revised, 30-day readmissions, and reoperations were compared. Multivariate analysis evaluated predictors of discharge prior to 24 hours, 30-day readmission, and reoperation. Results Of 21,610 aseptic revision TKAs evaluated, 530 were discharged within 24 hours. Short-stay patients were younger (63.1 years (49 to 78) vs 65.1 years (18 to 94)), with lower BMI (32.3 kg/m2 (17 to 47) vs 33.6 kg/m2 (19 to 54) and lower ASA grades. Diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypertension, and cancer were all associated with a hospital stay over 24 hours. Single component revisions (56.8% (n = 301) vs 32.4% (n = 6,823)), and shorter mean operating time (89.7 minutes (25 to 275) vs 130.2 minutes (30 to 517)) were associated with accelerated discharge. Accelerated discharge was not associated with 30-day readmission and reoperation. Conclusion Accelerated discharge after revision TKA did not increase short-term complications, readmissions, or reoperations. Further efforts to decrease hospital stays in this setting should be evaluated. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2022;104-B(12):1323–1328.
Management of glenoid bone loss in primary reverse shoulder arthroplasty
Authors: Wilcox Ben , Campbell Ryan J. , Low Adrian K. , Yeoh Timothy 
Published: December 2022

AimsRates of reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA) continue to grow. Glenoid bone loss and deformity remains a technical challenge to the surgeon and may reduce improvements in patients’ outcomes. However, there is no consensus as to the optimal surgical technique to best reconstruct these patients’ anatomy. This review aims to compare the outcomes of glenoid bone grafting versus augmented glenoid prostheses in the management of glenoid bone loss in primary reverse total shoulder arthroplasty.MethodsThis systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated study-level data in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement. We performed searches of Medline (Ovid), Embase (Ovid), and PubMed from their dates of inception to January 2022. From included studies, we analyzed data for preoperative and postoperative range of motion (ROM), patient-reported functional outcomes, and complication rates.ResultsA total of 13 studies (919 shoulders) were included in the analysis. The mean age of patients at initial evaluation was 72.2 years (42 to 87), with a mean follow-up time of 40.7 months (24 to 120). Nine studies with 292 rTSAs evaluated the use of bone graft and five studies with 627 rTSAs evaluated the use of augmented glenoid baseplates. One study was analyzed in both groups. Both techniques demonstrated improvement in patient-reported outcome measures and ROM assessment, with augmented prostheses outperforming bone grafting on improvements in the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Score. There was a higher complication rate (8.9% vs 3.5%; p < 0.001) and revision rate among the bone grafting group compared with the patients who were treated with augmented prostheses (2.4% vs 0.6%; p = 0.022).ConclusionThis review provides strong evidence that both bone graft and augmented glenoid baseplate techniques to address glenoid bone loss give excellent ROM and functional outcomes in primary rTSA. The use of augmented base plates may confer fewer complications and revisions. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2022;104-B(12):1334–1342.
The role of Staphylococcus aureus small colony variants in intraosseous invasion and colonization in periprosthetic joint infection
Authors: Cai Yuanqing , Huang Changyu , Chen Xiaoqing , Chen Yang , Huang Zida , Zhang Chaofan , Zhang Wenming , Fang Xinyu 
Published: December 2022

Aims This study aimed to explore the role of small colony variants (SCVs) of Staphylococcus aureus in intraosseous invasion and colonization in patients with periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Methods A PJI diagnosis was made according to the MusculoSkeletal Infection Society (MSIS) for PJI. Bone and tissue samples were collected intraoperatively and the intracellular invasion and intraosseous colonization were detected. Transcriptomics of PJI samples were analyzed and verified by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Results SCVs can be isolated from samples collected from chronic PJIs intraoperatively. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and immunofluorescence (IF) showed that there was more S. aureus in bone samples collected from chronic PJIs, but much less in bone samples from acute PJIs, providing a potential mechanism of PJI. Immunofluorescence results showed that SCVs of S. aureus were more likely to invade osteoblasts in vitro. Furthermore, TEM and IF also demonstrated that SCVs of S. aureus were more likely to invade and colonize in vivo . Cluster analysis and principal component analysis (PCA) showed that there were substantial differences in gene expression profiles between chronic and acute PJI. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analysis showed that these differentially expressed genes were enriched to chemokine-related signal pathways. PCR also verified these results. Conclusion Our study has shown that the S. aureus SCVs have a greater ability to invade and colonize in bone, resulting in S. aureus remaining in bone tissues long-term, thus explaining the pathogenesis of chronic PJI. Cite this article: Bone Joint Res 2022;11(12):843–853.
Prevalent coinfection and associated factors for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Human Immunodeficiency Virus in patients submitted to renal replacement therapy: A cross-sectional study of 21 dialysis units in the State of Mexico
Authors: Palomo-Piñón Silvia , Antonio-Villa Neftali Eduardo , García-Cortés Luis Rey , Rojano-Mejía David , González-Palomo Paula , Martínez-Olivares Marilin Victoria , Santillán-Arreygué Leopoldo , Bertadillo-Mendoza Olga Margarita , Mejia-Rodriguez Oliva , Ontiveros Abraham Santos , de los Angeles Dichi-Romero Maria , Herrera-Morales Blanca Estela , Serafín-Méndez Berenice , Nava-Ayala Flor Araceli , Torres-Valle Delfino , Medrano-Lopez Francisco , Aguinao-Velazquez Tabata Gabriela , de los Santos Antonio Aguilar , Cruz Alfonso Hernandez , Cruz-Arce Maria Adriana , Espinosa Marcos Sebastian Pineda , Mejia-Dominguez Laura 
Published: December 2022

Background
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) predispose to viral coinfections in patients submitted to renal replacement therapy (RRT); nevertheless, few reports have been performed to elucidate the current epidemiology within this population in Mexico.

Aim
To estimate the prevalence of HBV, HCV, and HIV coinfection and to explore factors associated with prevalent coinfection in patients living with renal failure undergoing to RRT.

Methods
A multicenter cross-sectional recruitment across 21 units at the Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS) at the State of Mexico was performed during 2019. A standardized clinical questionnaire was performed to elucidate individual and relatives-related conditions. A treatment facility questionnaire was applied to the chief responsible of each unit to explore treatment facility variables. Serological testing, clinical, biochemical, and anthropometrical parameters were extracted from clinical records.

Result
In 1,304 patients (57.5% male, mean age 45.5 (SD: 15.6) years, and 95.8% in hemodialysis), the prevalence of any viral coinfection was 3.14% (95% CI: 2.32%-4.23%). The highest viral coinfection prevalence were for HCV, HBV, and HIV, in which men and subjects diagnosed after 2010’s had the highest rates. We identify that being submitted to peritoneal dialysis, being treated in a surrogated dialysis center and living with a close relative with prior hepatitis coinfection were associated factors for any viral coinfection.

Conclusion
In patients submitted to RRT, the prevalence of viral coinfection remains high compared with general population. Screening strategies, medical awareness and targeted public healthcare policies should prioritize better care practices within patients submitted to RRT in Mexico.
The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on cardiac rehabilitation of patients following acute coronary syndrome
Authors: Haskiah Feras , Jbara Rana , Minha Saar , Assali Abid , Sela Yaron , Pereg David 
Published: December 2022

Background
Cardiac rehabilitation improves prognosis and symptoms in cardiac patients. In 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cardiac rehabilitation services were temporarily suspended between April and August. We aimed to investigate the effect of cardiac rehabilitation suspension during the COVID-19 pandemic on patients’ exercise capacity and metabolic parameters.

Methods
Included were patients undergoing cardiac rehabilitation following hospital admission for ACS. Exercise capacity, weight and body fat percentage were compared between baseline, pre- and post-lockdown visits.

Results
A total of 281 patients participated in the cardiac rehabilitation program prior to its suspension. Of them, only 198 (70%) patients returned to the program on its renewal and were included in the analysis. Exercise capacity improved significantly in the pre-lockdown stress test compared to baseline. However, there was a significant decrease in exercise capacity in the post compared to pre-lockdown test (8.1±6.3 and 7.1±2.1 METs in pre- and post-lockdown measurements, respectively, p<0.001). Of the 99 (50%) of patients that demonstrated at least 10% improvement in exercise capacity in the pre-lockdown test, 48(48.5%) patients returned to their baseline values in the post-lockdown test. Post-lockdown assessment demonstrated a significant weight gain (80.3 and 81.1kg, in pre- and post-lockdown measurements, respectively, p<0.001) as well as an increase in visceral fat level and body fat percentage.

Conclusions
Cardiac rehabilitation suspension for 4 months during COVID-19 pandemic caused a significant reduction in exercise capacity and increased weight and body fat percent. These findings highlight the importance of remote cardiac rehabilitation services that can continue uninterrupted in times of pandemic.
Brimonidine and timolol concentrations in the human vitreous and aqueous humors after topical instillation of a 0.1% brimonidine tartrate and 0.5% timolol fixed-combination ophthalmic solution: An interventional study
Authors: Orii Yusuke , Kunikane Eriko , Yamada Yutaka , Morioka Masakazu , Iwasaki Kentaro , Arimura Shogo , Mizuno Akemi , Inatani Masaru 
Published: December 2022

Purpose
To evaluate the concentrations of brimonidine and timolol in the vitreous and aqueous humors after instillation of a 0.1% brimonidine tartrate and 0.5% timolol fixed-combination ophthalmic solution.

Methods
This single-arm open-label interventional study included patients with macular holes or idiopathic epiretinal membranes who were scheduled for vitrectomy. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants. A 0.1% brimonidine tartrate and 0.5% timolol fixed-combination ophthalmic solution was administered topically twice daily for 1 week preoperatively. The vitreous and aqueous humors were sampled before vitrectomy, and brimonidine and timolol concentrations were quantified using liquid chromatography-tandem spectrometry. This study was registered with the Japan Registry of Clinical Trials (jRCT, ID jRCTs051200008; date of access and registration: April 28, 2020). The study protocol was approved by the University of Fukui Certified Review Board (CRB) and complied with the tenets of the Declaration of Helsinki.

Results
Eight eyes of eight patients (7 phakic eyes and 1 pseudophakic eye) were included in this study. The mean brimonidine concentrations in the vitreous and aqueous humors were 5.04 ± 4.08 nM and 324 ± 172 nM, respectively. Five of the eight patients had brimonidine concentrations >2 nM in the vitreous humor, which is necessary to activate α2 receptors. The mean timolol concentrations in the vitreous and aqueous humors were 65.6 ± 56.0 nM and 3,160 ± 1,570 nM, respectively. Brimonidine concentrations showed significant positive correlations with timolol concentrations in the vitreous humor (P < 0.0001, R2 = 0.97) and aqueous humor (P < 0.0001, R2 = 0.96).

Conclusions
The majority of patients who received a 0.1% brimonidine tartrate and 0.5% timolol topical fixed-combination ophthalmic solution showed a brimonidine concentration >2 nM in the vitreous humor. Brimonidine and timolol may be distributed in the ocular tissues through an identical pathway after topical instillation.