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Systematic review on the association of COVID-19-related conspiracy belief with infection-preventive behavior and vaccination willingness
Authors: Ripp Tilli , Röer Jan Philipp 
Published: March 2022

AbstractBackgroundIn times of a pandemic, not only infections but also conspiracy narratives spread among people. These have the potential to influence the course of the pandemic. Here we summarize and critically evaluate studies from the first year of the pandemic presenting findings on the association between COVID-19-related conspiracy belief and infection-preventive behavior and vaccination willingness.MethodA systematic literature search was conducted using the databasesCOVID-19 Data Portal, APA PsycArticles, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Scopus, andPubMed. After removing duplicates, studies meeting the previously defined inclusion and exclusion criteria were subjected to title and abstract screening and content reviewed and analyzed subsequently.Results and conclusionThe systematic literature search yielded 17 studies meeting our pre-specified inclusion criteria. Twelve studies examined infection-preventive behavior (N = 16,485), and ten studies vaccination willingness (N = 20,210). In summary, belief in COVID-19-related conspiracy narratives was negatively associated with vaccination willingness and infection-preventive behavior. The results point to the importance of the content of the conspiracy narratives. Various explanatory approaches and possible moderator variables are discussed, referencing the state of research on conspiracy beliefs and health-related preventive behavior after the first year of the pandemic. We argue that future studies should strive for a consistent operationalization and use of the term conspiracy belief.
Prevalence and determinants of depression in patients with epilepsy during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Sehlo Mohammad Gamal , Mohamed Wafaa Samir , Youssef Usama Mahmoud , Lotfi Shrouk Esam , El-deen Ghada Mohamed Salah 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
Background
Epilepsy is one of the commonest and most serious neurological conditions. It is frequently associated with one or more medical or psychiatric comorbidities. Depression is one of the most common comorbidities. Patients with epilepsy (PWE) are expected to suffer from a high level of depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. This cross-sectional study was applied to 290 PWE. Data was collected by personal interviews with each patient using the Patient Health Questionnaire 9 (PHQ 9) scale for the diagnosis of depression and assessing its severity. We aimed to assess the prevalence and the risk factors of depression in PWE during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Results
We found that 70.3% of PWE suffered from depression. Low financial status, refractory seizures, fear of infection and death by COVID-19, had close relatives died by COVID-19, had a sleep disturbance, a decreased family support, increased seizure rate during the pandemic, increased ER visits during the pandemic, lack of drug adherence, and decreased epilepsy-related follow-up visits during the pandemic were significantly associated with increased risk of depression in PWE during the pandemic.

Conclusions
The COVID-19 pandemic has a serious effect on the psychological and physical well-being of PWE. There was an increased rate of depression during the COVID-19 pandemic in PWE with its subsequent burden on those patients. So, these patients are in a high need of care and support during the pandemic.
Haemosuccus pancreaticus: a diagnostic challenge and its management through interventional radiology
Authors: Sahoo Biswajit , Panigrahi Manas Kumar , Nayak Hemanta Kumar , Bag Nerbadyswari Deep , Mishra Satyakam , Kumar Chandan 
Published: March 2022

AbstractBackgroundHaemosuccus pancreaticus (HP), also known as pseudohaemobilia, is defined as upper gastrointestinal tract hemorrhage originating from the pancreatic duct into the duodenum via the ampulla of Vater or major pancreatic papilla. Pseudoaneurysm formation from the splenic artery is a common complication of pancreatitis; however, upper gastrointestinal bleed resulting from rupture of splenic artery pseudoaneurysm into the pancreatic duct is unusual and challenging to diagnose.Case presentationA 26-year-old patient presented with multiple episodes of hematemesis, melena, and intermittent abdominal pain. A contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) scan was performed that demonstrated chronic calcific pancreatitis with a pseudoaneurysm in the splenic artery in close relation to the main pancreatic duct. The patient was immediately shifted for endovascular management, and the pseudoaneurysm was successfully embolized. Post embolization, the patient developed splenic abscess, which was managed by percutaneous catheter drainage.ConclusionDue to its rarity and being challenging to diagnose, the mortality rate of HP is high. A high level of expertise is required to diagnose HP, and it should be considered in all upper gastrointestinal bleed patients associated with acute or chronic pancreatitis. Rapid initial CECT and angiography should be performed to confirm the diagnosis, followed by embolization of the bleeding pseudoaneurysm to eliminate the need for surgery. This case report highlights the challenges in the diagnosis and management of HP.
A study to evaluate neurovascular conflict of trigeminal nerve in trigeminal neuralgia patients with the help of 1.5 T MR imaging
Authors: Anwar Hameed Arafath , Ramya Krishna Mopati , Sadiq Shaik , Ramesh Kumar R. , Venkatarathnam V. , Saikiran G. 
Published: March 2022

AbstractIntroductionTrigeminal neuralgia is a neuropathic pain that occurs in the sensory supply region of the trigeminal nerve (V cranial nerve). The common etiology of trigeminal neuralgia is said to be vascular compression on the trigeminal nerve root. In our day-to-day practice, we see many asymptomatic patients having vascular loops around the trigeminal nerve root. We undertook this study to see the significance of nerve root compression by the vascular loop as a cause for trigeminal neuralgia.Materials and methodsA total of 67 classical trigeminal neuralgia patients with NVC involving the trigeminal nerve as diagnosed on MRI brain sequences including FIESTA sequence were included in the study. NVC in all the patients were studied for the side, site of neurovascular contact of cisternal segment of the trigeminal nerve from the brainstem, deviation of nerve at NVC, atrophy of nerve, nature and origin of vascular loop causing NVC and correlated with TGN symptoms.ResultsOut of 67 patients studied, all of them (100%) had NVC on ipsilateral side and 26 patients (34%) had NVC at contralateral trigeminal nerve. Incidence of trigeminal neuralgia was most commonly seen between the 41 and 60 years age (64%) followed by 61–80 years with mean age of 55.6 years. Incidence in females (64%) was found to be more common than in males (35%). NVC was observed at the root entry zone (< 7 mm from brain stem) in 63 trigeminal nerves on symptomatic side and 5 trigeminal nerves on the asymptomatic side. NVC occurring at REZ on symptomatic side was found to be statistically significant withP < 0.001. Mean distance of NVC from brain stem at symptomatic side was 3.4 mm and was 8.4 mm in asymptomatic side NVCs. Atrophy was seen in 8 trigeminal nerves, all on symptomatic side and NVC occurring at root entry zone. No displacement of nerve root at the point of neurovascular contact was observed in our study. Most common vessel causing was found to be ipsilateral superior cerebellar artery followed by the ipsilateral anterior inferior cerebellar artery.ConclusionsNeurovascular contact of trigeminal nerve occurring at the nerve root entry zone has a strong association with ipsilateral trigeminal neuralgia symptoms. In addition, the presence of the trigeminal nerve thinning is also associated with ipsilateral trigeminal neuralgia. With the increase in age, there are higher chances of association of NVC with ipsilateral trigeminal neuralgia symptoms.
Pulmonary Tc99m-PSMA uptake in asymptomatic COVID-19 patient: incidental finding in SPECT/CT study
Authors: Kalantari Forough , Vali Reza , Kalantari Elham , Divband Ghasemali 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
Background
As there are comparative studies between 68Ga-PSMA and 99mTc-PSMA and spectrum of PSMA expression, this is the first case report that notifies distribution of 99mTc-PSMA on COVID-19 pneumonia era on the literature.

Case presentation
An asymptomatic 70-Y-old male who is known case of prostate adenocarcinoma underwent initial staging. SPECT/CT of the chest region reveals bilateral peripheral multifocal ground glass opacities which shows 99mTc-PSMA uptake. Diagnosis of corona virus was confirmed by positive RT-PCR.

Discussion
Unexclusive role of radiotracers in nuclear medicine has an importance for wide range of applications. Comparison between 68Ga-PSMA and 99mTc-PSMA in detection of metastatic disease in prostate cancer is also under evaluation.

Conclusions
This case implicates possible role of PSMA imaging in inflammation/infection process as well as necessity for lung review in hybrid imaging especially during this recent pandemic.
Exceptional point in a coupled Swanson system
Authors: Bagchi Bijan , Ghosh Rahul , Sen Sauvik 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
We propose an interacting non-Hermitian model described by a two-mode quadratic Hamiltonian along with an interaction term to locate and analyse the presence of an exceptional point in the system. Each mode is guided by a Swanson-like quadratic Hamiltonian and a suitable choice is made for the interaction term. The parity-time symmetric transformation is adopted in the standard way relevant for a coupled system.
Quantum interference in asymmetric superconducting nanowire loops
Authors: Hudis J. , Cochran J. , Franco-Rivera G. , Guzman C. S. , Lochner E. , Schlottmann P. , Xiong P. , Chiorescu I. 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
Macroscopic phase coherence in superconductors enables quantum interference and phase manipulation at realistic device length scales. Numerous superconducting electronic devices are based on the modulation of the supercurrent in superconducting loops. While the overall behavior of symmetric superconducting loops has been studied, the effects of asymmetries in such devices remain under-explored and poorly understood. Here we report on an experimental and theoretical study of the flux modulation of the persistent current in a doubly connected asymmetric aluminum nanowire loop. A model considering the length and electronic cross-section asymmetries in the loop provides a quantitative account of the observations. Comparison with experiments give essential parameters such as persistent and critical currents as well as the amount of asymmetry which can provide feedback into the design of superconducting quantum devices.
Long-Term Follow-up of Aneurysms Treated With Hydrogel-Coated Coils Shows Progressive Thrombosis and Improvement in Raymond–Roy Classification
Authors: Nickele Chris , Oravec Chesney S. , Morris S. David , Hoit Daniel , Elijovich Lucas , Arthur Adam S. 
Published: March 2022

BACKGROUND:
Coil embolization of aneurysms has been shown to be a safe and effective method of aneurysm treatment. Hydrogel-coated coils were developed as a hybrid embolization device to increase the packing density of a coil mass in an aneurysm and to reduce retreatment and rerupture rates. Previous studies have shown a benefit compared with bare metal coils.

OBJECTIVE:
To present long-term follow-up of a cohort of patients treated with hydrogel-coated coils to better determine the effectiveness compared with bare platinum coils.

METHODS:
Between January 2003 and April 2012, we identified patients with both ruptured and unruptured aneurysms coiled at our institution, using some portion of hydrogel-coated coils. Planned follow-up angiography was performed at 6 months, 18 months, and 5 years post-treatment. All imaging was independently adjudicated by a single physician at a separate institution. The results were scored with the modified Raymond–Roy Occlusion Classification.

RESULTS:
A total of 145 patients with 153 treated aneurysms were included in the study analysis. Immediately after treatment, 49% of aneurysms were classified at Raymond–Roy Occlusion Classification I or II, which improved to 83% by 6 months. This percent plateaued at 18-month and 5-year follow-up, measuring 86% and 90%, respectively. The retreatment rate was 14% over the 5-year period, and there were no rerupture events captured.

CONCLUSION:
Treatment of intracranial aneurysms with coil embolization using hydrogel-coated aneurysms shows evidence of progressive occlusion, particularly over the first 6 months of follow-up. The retreatment rate is comparable with historical data, and the rerupture rate is low.
Role of shear wave elastography as an adjunct to axillary ultrasonography in predicting nodal metastasis in breast cancer patients with suspicious nodes
Authors: Pulappadi Vishnu Prasad , Paul Shashi , Hari Smriti , Dhamija Ekta , Manchanda Smita , Kataria Kamal , Mathur Sandeep , Mani Kalaivani , Gogia Ajay , Deo SVS 
Published: March 2022

Objective:
To evaluate the role of shear wave elastography (SWE) of suspicious axillary lymph nodes and its combination with B-mode USG in predicting nodal metastasis in breast cancer patients.

Methods:
Prospective observational study was performed from June 2018 to August 2020 on breast cancer patients with suspicious axillary nodes on USG. B-mode features (cortical thickness, effacement of fatty hilum, non-hilar blood flow and round shape) and SWE parameters (Emax, Emin, Emean and ESD) of the node with the thickest cortex were evaluated. Diagnostic performances of USG, SWE and their combination were estimated using pathological status of the node on biopsy as the gold standard.

Results:
Of the 54 patients evaluated, optimal elasticity maps were obtained in 49 nodes of 49 patients (mean age, 46.3 ± 12.1 years; 48/49 (98%) females). On biopsy, 38 nodes (77.6%) had metastasis, while 11 (22.4%) had reactive hyperplasia. Emax, Emin, Emean and ESD of both cortex and hilum were significantly higher in metastatic than reactive nodes. Emax (cortex) ≥14.9 kPa had the best diagnostic performance (sensitivity, 73.7%; specificity, 81.8%). Cortical thickness ≥6.7 mm had the best diagnostic performance among B-mode features (sensitivity, 89.5%; specificity, 72.7%). Combining cortical thickness with effacement of fatty hilum and/or non-hilar blood flow yielded sensitivity of 89.5% and specificity of 90.9%. Addition of Emax (cortex) to cortical thickness and combination of ≥2 B-mode features increased their specificities to 90.9 and 100%, respectively.

Conclusions:
Metastatic axillary nodes are stiffer than reactive nodes on SWE in breast cancer patients. Emax (cortex) has the best diagnostic performance in differentiating between reactive hyperplasia and nodal metastasis. Combination of Emax (cortex) and cortical thickness increases the specificity for diagnosing metastasis, especially in nodes showing only cortical thickening.

Advances in knowledge:
Combination of SWE and B-mode USG is highly specific for differentiating metastasis from reactive hyperplasia in suspicious nodes of breast carcinoma patients, especially in nodes with only cortical thickening.
The bidirectional relationship between depression and diabetes
Authors: Chilimoniuk Zuzanna , Dobosz Maciej , Chałupnik Aleksandra , Borkowska Aleksandra , Mizerski Grzegorz 
Published: March 2022

Introduction and objective: In recent years, depression and diabetes have become more and more serious medical issues. The number of patients suffering from one or both of these disorders increases year by year, which significantly worsens their quality of life. The aim of the study is to present the current state of knowledge on the basic mechanisms and risk factors influencing the development of depression in patients with diabetes, as well as the bidirectional relationship between these illnesses. The study was based on a literature review and an analysis of publications available on PubMed and Google Scholar platforms. The search has been conducted with the use of a combination of keywords like: “diabetes type 1”, “diabetes type 2”, “depression”, “mental health”.
An abbreviated description of the state of knowledge: Every third patient with diabetes shows depressive symptoms. These psychological disorders are more common in people with type 1 diabetes. The most vulnerable group of patients are single women with low socioeconomic status and comorbidities. Numerous biochemical and psychosocial changes in the life of diabetic patients, significantly increase the risk of developing depression. The latest scientific reports also draw attention to the two-way relationship between diabetes and depression. The inclusion of cognitive-behavioral therapy brings positive results in managing diabetes with comorbid depression.
Summary: The available scientific data clearly shows the existence of psychological and biological links between these two disease entities. Appropriate diagnosis and treatment of depressive disorders can improve the course of diabetes.
Rediscovery of the Tamaulipas white-sided jackrabbit (Lepus altamirae) after a century from its description
Authors: Silva-Caballero Adrián , Rosas-Rosas Octavio Cesar 
Published: March 2022

La liebre de flancos blancos de Tamaulipas, Lepus altamirae, fue originalmente descrita como una subespecie de Lepus merriami hace más de un siglo. Varias décadas después fue reclasificada como una subespecie de la liebre de cola negra, L. californicus altamirae. A pesar de la importancia ecológica, social y económica de las liebres, existe un vacío en el conocimiento de muchas especies, tal es el caso de L. altamirae, ya que históricamente se han avistado, colectado y estudiado pocos individuos. El 13 de octubre de 2016 y el 22 de septiembre de 2021, 2 lagomorfos con pelaje pajizo-grisáceo, así como extremidades y orejas alargadas fueron fotografiados in situ durante el monitoreo de fauna silvestre en la región de la Huasteca Potosina, en el noreste de San Luis Potosí. Por su coloración, características morfológicas y distribución, se identificaron como L. altamirae. Estos son los primeros registros documentados de la especie en las tierras bajas de la Huasteca Potosina, así como los primeros registros después de un siglo de la descripción de la especie. Los registros conocidos más cercanos se encuentran ca. 98 km al este en el estado de Tamaulipas. La presencia de la liebre de flancos blancos de Tamaulipas en la región podría estar relacionada con el cambio de uso del suelo. Es necesario un monitoreo sistemático para mejorar el conocimiento sobre la distribución de éste y otros mamíferos en las tierras bajas de la Huasteca Potosina.
Association between lifestyle factors and metabolic syndrome in general populations with depressive symptoms in cross-setional based cohort study of Ansung-Ansan
Authors: Lee Jinhee , Go Tae Hwa , Min Seongho , Koh Sang Baek , Choi Jung Ran 
Published: March 2022

Background
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is caused by both genetic and environmental factors, such as daily calorie intake, smoking, and alcohol consumption. Lifestyle factors, such as alcohol consumption, are considered to be related to the prevalence of MetS and plays an essential role in the pathogenesis and prognosis of depression.

Methods
We investigated the bidirectional association between lifestyle factors and MetS among Korean adults with depressive symptoms in third wave of a community-based cohort study. A total of 1,578 individuals, aged 39–72 years, who had MetS at baseline were recruited. Participants were divided into two groups according to depressive symptoms. Logistic regression models were used to estimate the risk of MetS.

Results
The percentage of heavy drinkers was lower in men with depressive symptoms compared to those who did not (7.0% vs. 7.1%), while the percentage of current smokers were higher in participants who had depressive symptoms (40.2% vs. 30.0%). After adjusting for age, education, monthly income, body mass index (BMI), sleep duration, and volume of drinking and smoking status, logistic regression analysis demonstrated that male heavy drinkers with depressive symptoms were 2.75 times more likely to have MetS than those without depressive symptom. Conversely, depressive women with a high BMI were 3.70 times more likely to have MetS than in those with lower BMI. Limitations The cross-sectional nature of the study, and the study population ethnicity and ages were limitations.

Conclusions
Lifestyle factors, such as alcohol consumption, may be associated with the risk of MetS in adults with depressive symptoms.
Prevalence of reflux-related symptoms in South-Hungarian blood donor volunteers
Authors: Helle Krisztina , Bálint Lenke , Szekeres Veronika , Ollé Georgina , Rosztóczy András 
Published: March 2022

Background/Aim
Population-based studies on the prevalence of GERD-related symptoms are still missing in Eastern Europe, therefore, we aimed to obtain such data in South-East Hungarian subjects.

Methods
A total of 2,002 apparently healthy blood donor volunteers were consecutively enrolled and completed detailed questionnaires related to general factors, demographic data, socioeconomical factors, and the presence and frequency of typical and atypical GERD-related symptoms.

Results
Among 2,002 study participants, 56.5% were completely asymptomatic. The prevalence of typical GERD symptoms appearing at least monthly or weekly was 16.5% and 6.8%, respectively. Two-thirds (209/330) of the patients experienced at least monthly occurring typical GERD symptoms and also had associated atypical symptoms and this was even more pronounced when comparing subgroups with higher symptom frequencies. Significant correlations were found between monthly GERD-related complaints and height, body mass index (BMI), coffee consumption, and smoking. Positive family history was another significant factor in all the symptom-frequency categories. GERD-related symptom frequency showed a linear association with sex (R2 = 0.75, P = 0.0049). Typical and atypical GERD symptoms were significantly more common in those with chronic diseases than those without. Heartburn was observed in 12.5% and 4.4% (P<0.05) and acid regurgitation was seen in 6.9% and 1.8% (P<0.05), respectively.

Conclusion
The prevalence of GERD-related symptoms in South Hungary was significantly lower than that in Western countries and was closer to Eastern values. The presence of mild, non-exclusionary chronic diseases significantly increased the prevalence of GERD-related symptoms, as well as positive family history of GERD, height, BMI, coffee consumption, and smoking.