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Development and Performance Evaluation of Improved Clay Porous Pipes for Subsurface Irrigation
Authors: Wayayok Aimrun , Salisu Abdullahi , Abdallah Ahmad Fikri , Kamal Rowshon Md. , Nasidi Nuraddeen Mukhtar , E. Al-Esawi Jabbar Sh. 
Published: June 2022

HighlightsClay and clay combined with zeolite was utilized for the production of clay pipes for subsurface micro-irrigation.Various modelling approaches are mathematically complex and require computational and technical skills, hence the need for other simpler approaches.Non-contact imaging and supervised classification (ArcGIS) techniques are utilized for wetting pattern study.The Plexiglas soil column experiment and incorporated techniques provide a visual understanding of soil-water movement interaction.Abstract. The increasing prominence of clay pipes in irrigation water application in drier regions and the importance of soil wetting pattern information requires a better understanding of subsurface irrigation system design and management. This article reported findings on two different porous clay pipes made up of 100% clay, and 25% zeolite as an additive to the 75% clay developed and produced. A new method was proposed to evaluate their performance. A non-contact thermal imaging technique and maximum likelihood supervised classification algorithm on ArcGIS software methods were used for wetting pattern dimensions determination. A Plexiglas soil column filled with homogeneous sandy textured soil profile was used in laboratory experiments. The non-contact thermal imaging technique was used to capture thermal and digital images at different water application times. The images were then classified using a maximum likelihood supervised classification algorithm on the ArcGIS software interface. The results revealed that cumulative water applied increased with an increase in application time. The maximum predicted depth and width for modified pipes were 12.4 and 18 cm, respectively. For the non-modified pipes, the dimension was 11.2 and 17 cm for depth and width, respectively. The maximum recorded wetted area was 46.56% under modified pipes compared with 41.01% for non-modified pipes. The higher uniform area coverage was achieved under modified clay pipes rather than in the clay porous pipes. The study concluded that the proposed imaging technique predicted the soil wetting pattern dimension with acceptable accuracy and provided for a simple and visual approach. Keywords: ArcGIS, Subsurface irrigation, Supervised classification system, Thermal imaging camera, Wetted depth, Wetted width.
Design and Development of Fertilizer Point-Applied Device in Root-Zone
Authors: Du Xin , Liu Cailing , Jiang Meng , Yuan Hao 
Published: June 2022

HighlightsWe proposed an intermittent fertilization device driven by a Geneva mechanism.We explored fertilizer particles distribution performance by DEM-MBD simulation.We studied the factors affecting the distribution length of fertilizer particles in the FPAD.It showed that the mechanical implementation of RZF is effective in improving fertilizer utilization.Abstract. Root-zone fertilization (RZF) can improve fertilizer utilization, but effective mechanical implementation methods are lacking. This article innovatively proposes an intermittent fertilization device driven by a Geneva mechanism, which can discharge fertilizer into points. The fertilizer discharge uniformity of the fertilizer feeder device was studied. The DEM-MBD method examined the factors affecting the distribution length of fertilizer particles in the fertilizer point-applied device. When the height of the fertilizer discharged is lower, the amount of fertilizer released from the hole is smaller. The operating speed is slower, the distribution of fertilizer particles is more concentrated, and the concentration of fertilizer particles discharged by the 5-slot fertilizer discharging device is better than that of the 6-slot fertilizer discharging device. Field experiments show that the average plant height and diameter of RZF is higher than Banding fertilization (BF) in different growth periods, which can increase the yield by 4.57%. It shows that the mechanical implementation of RZF is effective in improving fertilizer utilization. Keywords: DEM-MBD, Fertilizer point-applied device, Particles distribution, Root-zone fertilization.
Effect of Internal Insect Infestation on Single Kernel Mass and Particle Density of Corn and Wheat
Authors: Boac Josephine M. , Casada Mark E. , Pordesimo Lester O. , Arthur Frank H. , Maghirang Ronaldo G. , Mina Christian D. 
Published: June 2022

HighlightsSingle kernel mass and particle density were not significantly affected by the number of rice weevils feeding within a corn kernel and lesser grain borers feeding within a wheat kernel.In both corn and wheat, single kernel mass decreased after the larval stage of internally feeding insects.Particle density increased linearly with insect age for both rice weevils in corn and lesser grain borer in wheat.The increasing particle density while the kernel mass was being eroded indicates that the kernel internal void was detected by the gas pycnometer employed for measurement of the true volume of grain kernels.Abstract. To model the dynamics of insect infestation in a grain handling system using the discrete element method (DEM), physical properties of the infested kernels compared to their sound counterparts are needed, specifically particle density and single kernel mass of infested kernels. Thus, the objective of this study was to determine the particle density and single kernel mass of internally infested kernels as affected by insect age. Corn and wheat were infested with internal feeders: rice weevil (RW), Sitophilus oryzae (L.), in corn and lesser grain borer (LGB), Rhyzopertha dominica (F.), in wheat. The internal feeders were allowed to grow and mature inside the kernels and properties were measured for representative samples selected using X-ray imaging approximately 14, 28, 35, and 42 days after the end of a 4-day oviposition period. The measured kernel physical properties were not affected by the number of internal insects per kernel. In both corn and wheat, single kernel mass decreased after the larval stage of internally feeding insects. Single kernel mass decreased from 374 mg in sound corn to 346 mg in corn with pre-emerged RW adults and from 31.4 mg in sound wheat to 25.9 mg in wheat with pre-emerged LGB adults. Particle density increased with insect age for both RW in corn and LGB in wheat with a linear trend. The increasing particle density while the kernel mass eroded indicates that kernel internal void was detected by the gas pycnometer employed for measurement of the true volume of grain kernels. Data obtained from this study enables effective DEM modeling of grain commingling of insect-infested and sound grain kernels in grain handling systems. Keywords: Corn, Insect age, Internal feeders, Insect infestation, Lesser grain borer, Particle density, Rice weevil, Single kernel mass, Wheat.
Novel and simple method using cable ties to induce intestinal strangulation in a rat model
Authors: Putranto Agi Satria , Suyatna Fransiscus Dhyanagiri , Soetikno Vivian , Moenadjat Yefta 
Published: June 2022

BACKGROUND The pathogenesis of intestinal fibrosis after strangulation in abdominal surgery is not fully understood. Developing an experimental and reliable method is needed to overcome this problem. This study aimed to develop an effective method for intestinal strangulation leading to fibrosis, which might induce intestinal obstruction.
METHODS This study was conducted from 2018 to 2019 at the Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia. A total of 24 Sprague Dawley rats were used in this study. Artificial intestinal strangulation using cable ties made of durable plastic, which is generally used to ligate objects, was applied, and rats were further classified into control, 6-hour, and 24-hour strangulation groups. At the end of the study, the rats were sacrificed, intestinal tissues were collected, and histomorphological changes were observed using hematoxylin and eosin stain. Moreover, Masson’s trichome staining was used to assess collagen density.
RESULTS Median collagen density score of the 24-hour strangulation group was higher than the control. A significant difference in collagen density was found between the submucosal layer of the 24-hour strangulation group and the control (45.4 [11.4] versus 32.4 [14.0], p<0.001) and between the mucosa of the 6- and 24-hour strangulation groups and the control (26.9 [17] versus 6.46 [4.3], p = 0.01 and 24.9 [8] versus 6.46 [4.3], p = 0.004, respectively).
CONCLUSIONS The simple use of cable ties adequately promotes intestinal strangulation.
Epidemiology of functional gastrointestinal disorders using ROME III adult questionnaire, a population based cross sectional study in Karachi—Pakistan
Authors: Abid Shahab , Rehman Hareem , Awan Safia , Artani Azmina , Siddiqui Imran 
Published: June 2022

Objective
Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder (FGIDs) are a heterogenous group of disorders, with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Functional Dyspepsia (FD) being the most common disorders worldwide. The purpose of this study was to identify the spectra of FGIDs classified according to the ROME III criteria amongst an adult Pakistani population. It also aimed to correlate the psychosocial alarm symptoms with the prevalence of FGIDs and report the overlap of all FGID.

Design
This was a community based cross-sectional study. Multi-stage cluster sampling technique was applied, and 1062 households were initially randomly chosen using systematic sampling technique. Only one person from each household was enrolled in the study. After eligibility screening, 860 participating individuals were requested to fill out a structured ROME III interview questionnaire, administered to them by a trained interviewer.

Results
FGIDs were diagnosed in 468 individuals (54.4%), out of 860 participants. FD was found to be the most prevalent (70.2%), followed by Functional Heartburn (58.9%) and Functional bloating (56.6%). Amongst a total of 468 participants diagnosed with FGIDs, 347 (74.1%) had overlapping disorders. There was also a higher incidence of psychosocial alarm symptoms including higher pain severity (62.6% vs 46.4%) and being victimized at some point in their lives (26.1% vs 6.6%) amongst FGID patients.

Conclusion
There is a high disease burden of FGIDs in this study population, with approximately half of the population suffering from at least one type of FGID. Overlapping disorders are also common in this part of the world.
Inequities in the incidence and mortality due to COVID-19 in nursing homes in Barcelona by characteristics of the nursing homes
Authors: Torres Mayara Louise , Palma Díaz David , Oliver-Parra Alba , Millet Joan-Pau , Cosialls Delfí , Guillaumes Montserrat , Rius Cristina , Vásquez-Vera Hugo 
Published: June 2022

Background
Residents of Nursing Homes (NHs) have suffered greater impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the rates of COVID-19 in these institutions are heterogeneously distributed. Describing and understanding the structural, functional, and socioeconomic differences between NHs is extremely important to avoid new outbreaks.

Objectives
Analyze inequalities in the cumulative incidences (CIs) and in the mortality rates (MRs) due to COVID-19 in the NHs of Barcelona based on the characteristics of the NHs.

Methods
Exploratory ecological study of 232 NHs. The dependent variables were the cumulative incidence and mortality rate due to COVID-19 in NHs between March and June 2020. Structural variables of the NHs were evaluated such as neighborhood socioeconomic position (SEP), isolation and sectorization capacity, occupancy, overcrowding and ownership.

Results
The cumulative incidence and mortality rate were higher in the low SEP neighborhoods and lower in those of high SEP neighborhoods. Regarding the isolation and sectorization capacity, Type B NHs had a higher risk of becoming infected and dying, while Type C had a lower risk of dying than Type A. Greater overcrowding was associated with greater morbidity and mortality, and higher occupancy was associated with higher incidence. The risk of becoming infected and dying in public NHs was significantly higher than for-profit NH.

Conclusions
The social components together with the functional and infrastructure characteristics of the NHs influence the cumulative incidence and the mortality rate by COVID-19. It is necessary to redefine the care model in the NHs to guarantee the health of the residents.
The incidence and mortality of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia in Indonesia: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Garniasih Dina , Susanah Susi , Sribudiani Yunia , Hilmanto Dany 
Published: June 2022

Background
The incidence of childhood ALL in Indonesia is still largely unknown. The widely mentioned statistics from other countries turn out to be only estimated figures. Other data do not specify the types of leukemia and are not specifically focused on children. Therefore, this study aims to pool incidence and mortality statistics from available studies in Indonesia.

Methods
We searched five different academic databases, including Pubmed, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Science Direct, and Google Scholar. Three Indonesian databases, such as the Indonesian Scientific Journal Database (ISJD), Neliti, and Indonesia One Search, were also utilized. Incidence was expressed as per 100,000 children. We used the Newcastle-Ottawa scale (NOS) to assess the quality of cohort studies. The inclusion criteria are cohort studies published in the languages of English or Indonesian. For this analysis, we define children as 0–18 years old.

Findings
The incidence rate for childhood ALL was found to be 4.32 per 100,000 children (95% CI 2.65–5.99) with a prediction interval of 1.98 to 9.42 per 100,000 children. The incidence rate is higher in males, with 2.45 per 100,000 children (95% CI 1.98–2.91) and a prediction interval of 1.90 to 3.16 per 100,000 children. As for females, the incidence rate is 2.05 per 100,000 children (95% CI 1.52–2.77) with a prediction interval of 1.52 to 2.77 per 100,000 children. The mortality of childhood ALL ranges from 0.44 to 5.3 deaths per 100,000 children, while the CFR is 3.58% with varying true effect sizes of 2.84% to 4.52%.

Interpretation
With 79.5 million children living in Indonesia in 2018, this means that there were roughly 3,434 new cases of childhood ALL. An organized effort between multiple sectors is needed to improve the registries of childhood ALL in Indonesia.
Upheaval: Disrupted Lives in Journalism, Andrew Dodd and Matthew Ricketson (Eds) (2021)
Authors: Kassel Nat 
Published: June 2022

Review of: Upheaval: Disrupted Lives in Journalism, Andrew Dodd and Matthew Ricketson (Eds) (2021)
Sydney: UNSW Press, 368 pp.,
ISBN 978-1-74223-727-5, p/bk, $39.99
ISBN 978-1-74224-528-7, e-book, $14.99
Interactive Inflammatory Bowel Disease Biologics Decision Aid Does Not Improve Patient Outcomes Over Static Education: Results From a Randomized Trial
Authors: Almario Christopher V. , van Deen Welmoed K. , Chen Michelle , Gale Rebecca , Sidorkiewicz Stéphanie , Choi So Yung , Bonthala Nirupama , Ha Christina , Syal Gaurav , Dupuy Taylor , Liu Xiaoyu , Melmed Gil Y. , Spiegel Brennan M.R. 
Published: June 2022

INTRODUCTION:
To support shared decision-making (SDM) between patients and providers surrounding biologic treatments, we created IBD&me (ibdandme.org)—a freely available, unbranded, interactive decision aid. We performed a multicenter comparative effectiveness trial comparing the impact of IBD&me on SDM vs a biologics fact sheet developed by the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation.

METHODS:
We enrolled patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) being seen at a clinic within IBD Qorus—a multicenter adult IBD learning health system—between March 5, 2019, and May 14, 2021. Eligible patients included those with recent IBD-related symptoms who reported that they wanted to discuss biologics with their provider during their upcoming visit. Patients were randomized 1:1 using stratified block randomization and received an e-mail 1 week before their visit inviting them to review either IBD&me or a fact sheet. The primary outcome was patient perception of SDM as measured by the 9-Item SDM Questionnaire (0–100 scale; higher = better); the Student t test was used to compare outcomes between arms.

RESULTS:
Overall, 152 patients were randomized (biologics fact sheet 75, IBD&me 77); most patients had Crohn's disease (66.4%) and were biologic-experienced (82.9%). No differences were seen between groups regarding SDM (fact sheet 72.6 ± 25.6, IBD&me 75.0 ± 20.8; P = .57). Most patients stated they would be likely to recommend the fact sheet (79.6%) or IBD&me (84.9%; P = .48) to another patient with IBD.

DISCUSSION:
No differences in outcomes were seen between IBD&me and the biologics fact sheet in this comparative effectiveness study; patients reported high satisfaction with both resources. Further study, particularly among biologic naïve patients, is needed to determine the utility of interactive components to IBD decision aids.
Magnetic Resonance Enterography and Histology in Patients With Fibrostenotic Crohn's Disease: A Multicenter Study
Authors: Coimbra Alexandre , Rimola Jordi , Cuatrecasas Miriam , De Hertogh Gert , Van Assche Gert , Vanslembrouck Ragna , Glerup Henning , Nielsen Agnete Hedemann , Hagemann-Madsen Rikke , Bouhnik Yoram , Zappa Magaly , Cazals-Hatem Dominique , D'Haens Geert , Stoker Jaap , Meijer Sybren , Rogler Gerhard , Boss Andreas , Weber Achim , Zhao Rui , Keir Mary E. , Scherl Alexis , de Crespigny Alex , Lu Timothy T. , Panés Julián 
Published: June 2022

INTRODUCTION:
Magnetic resonance enterography (MRE) is useful for detecting bowel strictures, whereas a number of imaging biomarkers may reflect severity of fibrosis burden in Crohn's disease (CD). This study aimed to verify the association of MRE metrics with histologic fibrosis independent of inflammation.

METHODS:
This prospective European multicenter study performed MRE imaging on 60 patients with CD with bowel strictures before surgical resection. Locations of 61 histological samples were annotated on MRE examinations, followed by central readings using the Chiorean score and measurement of delayed gain of enhancement (DGE), magnetization transfer ratio, T2-weighted MRI sequences (T2R), apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC), and the magnetic resonance index of activity (MaRIA). Correlations of histology and MRE metrics were assessed. Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator and receiver operator characteristic (ROC) curve analyses were used to select composite MRE scores predictive of histology and to estimate their predictive value.

RESULTS:
ADC and MaRIA correlated with fibrosis (R = −0.71, P < 0.0001, and 0.59, P < 0.001) and more moderately with inflammation (R = −0.35, P < 0.01, and R = 0.53, P < 0.001). Lower or no correlations of fibrosis or inflammation were found with DGE, magnetization transfer ratio, or T2R. Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator and ROC identified a composite score of MaRIA, ADC, and DGE as a very good predictor of histologic fibrosis (ROC area under the curve = 0.910). MaRIA alone was the best predictor of histologic inflammation with excellent performance in identifying active histologic inflammation (ROC area under the curve = 0.966).

Discussion:
MRE-based scores for histologic fibrosis and inflammation may assist in the characterization of CD stenosis and enable development of fibrosis-targeted therapies and clinical treatment of stenotic patients.
Frailty as Tested by the Clinical Frailty Scale Is a Risk Factor for Hepatorenal Syndrome in Patients With Liver Cirrhosis
Authors: Schleicher Eva Maria , Kremer Wolfgang Maximilian , Kalampoka Vasiliki , Gairing Simon Johannes , Kaps Leonard , Schattenberg Jörn M. , Galle Peter Robert , Wörns Marcus-Alexander , Nagel Michael , Weinmann-Menke Julia , Labenz Christian 
Published: June 2022

INTRODUCTION:
Frailty is common in patients with cirrhosis and increases the vulnerability to internal and external stressors. This study aimed to investigate the impact of frailty, as defined by the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS), on the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI) and hepatorenal syndrome (HRS-AKI) in hospitalized patients with liver cirrhosis.

METHODS:
We analyzed data of 201 nonelectively hospitalized patients with cirrhosis and without higher-grade chronic kidney disease. Patient characteristics were captured within the first 24 hours of hospital admission, and frailty was assessed using the CFS. Patients were followed for the development of AKI and/or HRS-AKI during the hospital stay.

RESULTS:
In the total cohort, median CFS was 3 (interquartile range 3–4), and 34 (16.9%) patients were frail (CFS >4). During the hospital stay, 110 (54.7%) and 49 (24.3%) patients developed AKI or HRS-AKI, respectively. Patients with AKI or HRS-AKI had a significantly higher CFS than patients without kidney injury (P < 0.001 each). In multivariable analyses, a higher CFS was independently associated with the development of AKI (odds ratio [OR] 1.467, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.065–2.021) in the total cohort and HRS-AKI (OR 1.809, 95% CI 1.263–2.591) in the subcohort of patients with a history of ascites. In addition, there was a strong association between frailty (OR 3.717, 95% CI 1.456–9.491) and HRS-AKI.

DISCUSSION:
Frailty in patients with cirrhosis is associated with AKI and HRS-AKI. In this context, CFS appears to be a reliable tool to identify patients at high risk for developing AKI or HRS-AKI on hospital admission.
Keragaman Varietas Mangga (Mangifera indica L.) Di Kotamadya Semarang Jawa Tengah
Authors: Utami Sri , Baskoro Karyadi , Perwati Lilih Khotim , Murningsih M 
Published: June 2022

Mango is a fruit that is very popular with the community, especially in Semarang. The taste is sweet, refreshing and has a high vitamine content is the reason this fruit has become one of the superior fruit. In the Semarang area there are quite a lot of mango trees with various varieties. These various mango varieties are potential genetic resources that need to be preserved. This study aims to explore the various mango tree varieats that grow in the municipal area of Semarang. Research techniques by exploring in 3 districts are Banyumanik, Tembalang and Gunung Pati. The results showed 14 varieties of mango and the most widely grown varieties by the people in the municipality of Semarang are arum manis and manalagi mango. Some of them are local mangoes, mango cultivation and imported mangoes. Local varieties of mango are only found in very small quantities and have begun to scarce, so it is feared that the supply of mango germplasm is increasingly depleting. Germplasm of local mango plants is important to be preserved as a wealth of genetic resources in the Municipality of Semarang