bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Surgical Treatments for Lumbar Spine Diseases (TLIF vs. Other Surgical Techniques): A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Wasinpongwanich Kanthika , Nopsopon Tanawin , Pongpirul Krit 
Published: March 2022

ObjectiveThe purpose of this study is to compare fusion rate, clinical outcomes, complications among transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), and other techniques for lumbar spine diseases.DesignThis is a systematic review and meta-analysis.Data SourcesPubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, Web of Science, and CENTRAL databases were searched from January 2013 through December 2019.Eligibility Criteria for Selecting StudiesRandomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compare lumbar interbody fusion with posterolateral fusion (PLF) and/or other lumbar interbody fusion were included for the review.Data Extraction and SynthesisTwo independent reviewers extracted relevant data and assessed the risk of bias. Meta-analysis was performed using a random-effects model. Pooled risk ratio (RR) or mean difference (MD) with a 95% confidence interval of fusion rate, clinical outcomes, and complications in TLIF and other techniques for lumbar spinal diseases.ResultsOf 3,682 potential studies, 15 RCTs (915 patients) were included in the meta-analysis. Compared to other surgical techniques, TLIF had slightly lower fusion rate [RR = 0.84 (95% CI = 0.72–0.97), p = 0.02, I2 = 0.0%] at 1-year follow-up whereas there was no difference on fusion rate at 2-year follow-up [RR = 1.06 (95% CI = 0.96–1.18), p = 0.27, I2 = 69.0%]. The estimated RR of total adverse events [RR = 0.90 (95% CI = 0.59–1.38), p = 0.63, I2 = 0.0%] was similar to no fusion, PLF, PLIF, and XLIF groups, and revision rate [RR = 0.78 (95% CI = 0.34–1.79), p = 0.56, I2 = 39.0%] was similar to PLF and XLIF groups. TLIF had approximately half an hour more operative time than other techniques (no fusion, ALIF, PLF, PLIF, XLIF) [MD = 31.88 (95% CI = 5.33–58.44), p = 0.02, I2 = 92.0%]. There was no significant difference between TLIF and other techniques in terms of blood loss (no fusion, PLIF, PLF) and clinical outcomes (PLF).ConclusionsBesides fusion rate at 1-year follow-up and operative time, TLIF has a similar fusion rate, clinical outcomes, parameters concerning operation and complications to no fusion, PLF, and other interbody fusion (PLIF, ALIF, XLIF).Systematic Review Registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/, identifier: CRD42020186858.
Outcome Comparison of Endovascular and Open Surgery for the Treatment of Acute Superior Mesenteric Artery Embolism: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Li Wenrui , Cao Saisai , Zhang Zhiwen , Zhu Renming , Chen Xueming , Liu Bin , Feng Hai 
Published: March 2022

BackgroundFew centers have adopted endovascular revascularization for the treatment of superior mesenteric artery embolism (SMAE). We sought to evaluate the efficacy of endovascular therapy for the treatment of SMAE and identify post-treatment prognostic factors.MethodsThe clinical data of 41 patients with acute SMA embolism between 2013 and 2021 were retrospectively reviewed. Patients with mesenteric artery thrombosis, mesenteric venous thrombosis, and who had only conservative treatment were excluded.ResultsForty-one consecutive patients were identified with SMAE (median age, [range] 35–86 years). Endovascular therapy was initiated in 14 patients with no clinical evidence of bowel necrosis, with mainly mechanical thrombectomy, and technical success was achieved in 93%. Endovascular therapy had advantages in duration surgery time, blood loss, bowel rest time, ICU time, and ventilator use. There was no difference in bowel necrosis, length of necrotic bowel resected, or in-hospital mortality between the two groups. An initial white blood cell (WBC) count &gt;15 × 103/dl and neutrophil count &gt;13 × 103/dl were associated with an increased risk of bowel necrosis, and an initial WBC count, renal function, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA &gt;3) and necrotic bowel &gt;2 m were associated with increased mortality.ConclusionsEndovascular treatment has altered the management of SMAE, and it may be adopted in selected patients who are not at risk for bowel necrosis. Avoidance of bowel necrosis patients and close monitoring for bowel necrosis are important.
Biological Monitoring: Evidence for Reductions in Occupational Exposure and Risk
Authors: Morton Jackie , Sams Craig , Leese Elizabeth , Garner Fiona , Iqbal Shahwaiz , Jones Kate 
Published: March 2022

Aims: The aim of this publication is to explore occupational exposure trends from biological monitoring data collected over a period of more than 20 years. The data is stored within the HSE database, which holds more than 950,000 results from 120,000 workers in 8,000 companies. The data were collated for all biological monitoring results for lead, mercury, benzene, and hexamethylene diisocyanate exposures where there have been some regulatory drivers within the reported time period of the data searched.Methods: Relevant results from sample analysed were extracted from the database and categorised by year from 1996 to the end of 2019 for individual blood lead results and individual urine results for mercury, benzene, and hexamethylene diisocyanate. Results were classed by broad occupational sector where possible. Data were reported graphically by analytical biomarker result (as 90th percentile (P90)) and number of samples per year as well as with overall summary statistics. To look at longer-term trends, results were also evaluated as P90 over 6-year periods.Results: In the period 1996–2019, 37,474 blood lead, 11,723 urinary mercury, 9,188 urinary S-phenylmercapturic acid (SPMA, benzene metabolite) and 21,955 urinary hexamethylene diamine (HDA, metabolite of hexamethylene diisocyanate, HDI) samples were analysed and reported. Over the time period the blood lead concentrations saw the P90 reduce from 53 μg/dl 1996) to 24 μg/dl in 2019; the P90 urinary mercury levels reduced from 13.7 μmol/mol creatinine to 2.1 μmol/mol creatinine and the P90 urinary SPMA levels reduced from 133.7 μmol/mol creatinine to 1.7 μmol/mol creatinine. For HDI the P90 results reduced from 2 µmol HDA/mol creatinine in 1996–2000 to 0.7 in 2005–2010 but levels have since increased to 1.0 µmol HDA/mol creatinine (2016–2019).Conclusion: There is strong evidence of reductions in exposure of GB workers to lead, benzene and mercury from the data presented here. These reductions may reflect the impact of national, regional and global regulatory action to reduce exposures however, the loss of high exposure industries (from either GB as a whole or just this dataset i.e., samples are being sent elsewhere) and the increase in automation or substitution also need to be considered as potential factors. The results for HDI show that whilst interventions can reduce exposures significantly, such initiatives may need to be refreshed at intervals to maintain the reductions in exposure. We have observed that exposures move between sectors over time. Waste and recycling (lead, mercury) and tunnelling through contaminated land (benzene) were sectors or tasks associated with significant exposures and may be increasingly areas of concern.
Prognostic Value of Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio in Cats With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Authors: Fries Ryan C. , Kadotani Saki , Stack Jonathan P. , Kruckman Leah , Wallace Gabrielle 
Published: March 2022

ObjectiveTo assess the prognostic value of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) for cardiac death in cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.Study DesignProspective observation study.AnimalsNinety-six client-owned cats.MethodsComplete blood count samples were collected from 38 healthy and 58 cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), and the NLR ratios were analyzed. All cats had echocardiographic measurements performed on the same day as blood collection. Spearman rank correlation was used to assess the relationship between echocardiographic measurements and NLR. Long-term outcome data were obtained, and time to cardiac death and variables associated with cardiac death were analyzed using Kaplan–Meier survival curves and Cox proportional hazards models, respectively.ResultsThe NLR was significantly higher in cats with confirmed congestive heart failure. When evaluating HCM patients, cats in the third NLR tertile had a significantly higher risk of cardiac death with a hazard ratio of 10.26 (95% CI: 1.84–57.14;p= 0.0001) when compared with that of patients in the first tertile. NLR was significantly associated with echocardiographic measures of left atrial size, left auricular function, the presence of left atrial spontaneous echo contrast (SEC), and thrombus formation.Conclusions and Clinical RelevanceIncreased NLR is a negative prognostic indicator in cats with HCM.
A Longitudinal Study on Maternal Depressive Symptoms During the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Role of Strict Lockdown Measures and Social Support
Authors: Fernandes Joana , Tavares Inês , Bem-Haja Pedro , Barros Tânia , Carrito Mariana L. 
Published: March 2022

Objectives: This study examined the trajectory of perinatal depressive symptoms in Portuguese women during the COVID-19 pandemic and the role of individual, relational, and contextual risk and protective factors.Methods: This 3-wave longitudinal study followed 290 pregnant women from the third trimester of pregnancy until 6-months postpartum. Women self-reported on depressive symptoms, psychological (anxiety, perceived stress, mindfulness), relational (perceived social support, dyadic adjustment, sexual wellbeing), and contextual (lockdown status) factors.Results: Women who were under strict lockdown presented significantly higher scores of depressive symptoms at baseline (by 1.38 EPDS points) than women who were not under strict lockdown measures. Mixed Growth Models showed that trajectories of depressive symptoms were explained by differences in women’s baseline depression. Differences in women’s depressive symptoms at baseline were mainly explained by higher anxiety and lower social support (22% and 24% for women under lockdown; 39% and 6% for women not on lockdown, respectively).Conclusion: Preventative interventions targeted at pregnant women should aim to reduce anxiety and enhance women’s social support to prevent depression in pregnancy and postpartum during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Effect of Music Intervention on Lung Expansion Exercises after Cardiothoracic Surgery
Authors: Chen Guan-Yi , Guo Lan-Yuen , Chuang I-Chun , Kuo Ho-Chang , Tsai Yuh-Chyn , Liu Shih-Feng 
Published: March 2022

Background: Music intervention can reduce anxiety. This study analyzed the physiological changes from using music intervention after cardiothoracic surgery. Methods: Subjects were randomly assigned to the music group or the control group. The maximal inspiratory pressure/maximal expiratory pressure (MIP/MEP), pulse oximeter oxygen saturation (SpO2), visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain, and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) were compared. Results: Compared to the control group (n = 9), the music group (n = 9) had higher MIP and MEP during the overall test (p < 0.05), with significant differences in the changes and time (p < 0.001). However, only MEP was significant in terms of the interaction between music intervention and time (p < 0.001). In terms of the groups, SpO2 and VAS were significant (p < 0.05). SBP, SpO2, and VAS over time showed significant differences between the two groups (p < 0.05). In terms of the interaction between music intervention and time, only SpO2 was significant (p < 0.05). The STAI-S scale decreased by −5.7 ± 5.8 in the music group vs. −0.47 ± 9.37 in control group and the STAI-T scale increased by 4.17 ± 12.31 in the music group vs. 1.9 ± 9.29 in the control group, but showed no significance. Conclusions: Music intervention with nature sounds has a positive physiological impact and can reduce postoperative pain and anxiety in cardiothoracic surgery patients.
Psicología positiva organizacional en los docentes de Innova Schools - Región 5
Authors: Pino Benites Piero 
Published: March 2022

La investigación tuvo como objetivo caracterizar la psicología positiva organizacional y determinar el rasgo predominante en los docentes de Innova Schools - Región 5. Es una investigación descriptiva, con un diseño de campo. La población estuvo constituida por 322 docentes y se obtuvo una muestra probabilística de 75. Para la recolección de los datos se utilizó la técnica de la encuesta y el instrumento fue un cuestionario de 28 ítems. La validez se realizó a través del Juicio de Expertos y la confiabilidad calculada con el alfa de Cronbach fue 0.93. Como resultado se determinó que el rasgo predominante fue la dimensión Propósito. En razón de ello, se concluye que se debe trabajar en este aspecto con los docentes para seguir optimizando los factores que la componen y, a su vez, continuar fortaleciendo las demás dimensiones de la psicología positiva organizacional de manera integral.
STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN WILAYAH BERBASIS TANAMAN PADI DI PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN
Authors: Ningsih Endang Kusdiah , Naruliza Esty , Masamah  
Published: March 2022

The rice crop commodity is a basic need for the most Indonesian people, including the people of the province of South Sumatra. However, the total production in 2018-2020 fluctuated in line with the fluctuating rice harvested area. This research is to map the regencies/cities in South Sumatra province that are superior, potential and developing and lagging behind in producing rice commodities. The analysis in this study uses Location Quotient (LQ), Shift Share (SS) and Klasssen's Typology. The results of the analysis obtained 4 districts, namely Ogan Komering Ilir, Lahat, Ogan Komering Ulu Timur and Empat Lawang districts, both comparative and competitive advantages. Muara Enim, Banyuasin, Ogan Ilir, Musi Rawas Utara regencies and the city of Palembang are potential districts to produce rice commodities. The districts of Ogan Komering Ulu, Musi Rawas, Ogan Komering Ulu Selatan, Pali and the cities of Pagar Alam and Lubuk Linggau are districts/cities that actually have a competitive advantage for rice commodities, but do not have a comparative advantage and finally Musi Banyuasin district and Prabumulih city are supporting districts/cities.
STRATEGI KEBIJAKAN DALAM MENGATASI KRISIS EKONOMI DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19: (STUDI KASUS INDONESIA)
Authors: Maharani Yunita , Marheni  
Published: March 2022

Penelitian ini memberikan gambaran mengenai kondisi penurunan perekonomian yang dihadapkan oleh belahan dunia dengan adanya wabah pandemi Covid-19 serta bentuk kebijakan yang diambil oleh negara Indonesia dalam menyikapi ancaman krisis ekonomi di masa mendatang. Dapat disimpulkan dengan adanya pandemi Covid-19 memberikan dampak yang cukup besar dan berpengaruh di seluruh dunia, tidak hanya Indonesia. Beberapa sektor industri terdampak bahkan mengalami kebangkrutan. Dengan ada kebijakan yang di ambil oleh beberapa negara untuk memutus penyebaran dari virus ini seperti pembatasan keluar masuk warga asing ke suatu negara, karantina mandiri ataupun karantina wilayah maupun pembatasan aktivitas individual yang memberikan dampak diberbagai sektor seperti sektor pariwisata, ekonomi dll. Pembatasan aktivitas individual dan ekonomi memberikan dampak bagi dikalangan sektor seperti penurunan pendapatan, penurunan daya beli sampai dengan peningkatan PHK secara besar-besaran dan pengangguran meningkat. Kondisi ini apabila tidak ditangani dengan baik dan serius dalam jangka panjang dikhawatirkan dapat menimbulkan ancaman krisis ekonomi berkepanjangan, hal ini akan menggangu stabilitas negara. Kebijakan fiskal maupun moneter adalah upaya yang dilakukan dalam rangka pemulihan ekonomi nasional ataupun dapat mencegah terjadinya krisis moneter yang mendalam. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah bahwa pemulihan ekonomi pasca pandemi COVID-19 perlu diperhatikan dan harus diselesaikan secara serius serta tuntas mengingat dengan adanya virus ini dapat menyebabkan krisis dalam jangka panjang dalam bidang ekonomi maupun kesehatan.
Analysis of Internal and External Factors Related to Compliance with Drug Drinking in Patients Leprosy in Kupang City
Authors: Timu Yuliana , Tira Deviarbi Sakke , Nur Marselinus Laga 
Published: March 2022

Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. Poor preventive management can lead to progressive leprosy. Kupang City is in the first place to contribute 52 cases of leprosy. Regular treatment is very important to cure leprosy. Non-adherence to taking the medication regularly results in resistance to MDT which can lead to fatal disability. This study aimed to analyze internal dan external factors related to medication adherence to leprosy patients in Kupang City in 2019. This is a cross-sectional study. Sample in this study as many as 52 people with leprosy. The analysis was performed using the Chi-Square test. Results shows knowledge (p = 0.00), family role (p = 0.033), the role of health workers (0.008), and leprosy reactions (p = 0.004) related to medication adherence. But attitude (p = 0.471) is not related to medication adherence. It is suggested to the Kupang City Health Office to collaborate with administrators of infectious disease programs, especially leprosy so that they can socialize with families and communities to motivate patients for taking medication.
Nitrogen concentration control in diamonds grown in Co–(Fe)–Ti/Al solvents under high-pressure and high-temperature
Authors: Miyakawa Masashi , Shinei Chikara , Taniguchi Takashi 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
A systematic study for the continuous control of nitrogen concentrations in synthetic diamonds ranging from 100 to 0.1 ppm is conducted. Nitrogen concentrations in diamonds grown under high-pressure and high-temperature were controlled at ppm levels by adding Ti/Al in Co and Fe–Co alloy solvents. In the Co solvents, the nitrogen concentrations decreased exponentially from 100 to 0.2 ppm for Ti additions and to 40 ppm for Al additions. The nitrogen gettering efficiency increased in the order of Co–Al, Co–Ti, and Fe–Co–Ti solvents. Thus, the Co–Ti solvents were preferable for tuning the nitrogen concentration (>0.2 ppm), whereas the Fe–Co–Ti solvents were promising for obtaining a minimum nitrogen concentration (<0.2 ppm). These features may be attributed to the known nitrogen gettering efficiency differences between Fe and Co as well as Ti and Al.
Switchover behavior between long-term potentiation and depression in amorphous Ga–Sn–O thin-film spike-timing-dependent-plasticity device
Authors: Morigaki Kazuki , Yatida Kenta , Katagiri Tetsuya , Kimura Mutsumi 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
A switchover behavior between long-term potentiation (LTP) and long-term depression (LTD) characteristics in an amorphous Ga–Sn–O (α-GTO) thin-film spike-timing-dependent-plasticity device has been observed. The LTP characteristic is induced by applying short-width pulses, whereas the LTP and LTD hybrid characteristic is induced by applying long-width pulses. This is suggested to be due to the difference between drift velocities of oxygen ions and vacancies. The switchover behavior may be useful for general operations of neuromorphic systems.
High-sensitivity multipoint refractive index measurement system composed of multimode interference sensors and arrayed waveguide wavelength filters
Authors: Fukano Hideki , Mukai Takahito 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
A multipoint sensing measurement system with high sensitivity was developed by combining multimode interference (MMI) sensors and a wavelength selection configuration. MMI optical fibers and an arrayed waveguide (AWG) wavelength filter work as refractive index sensors and wavelength selector, respectively. They were operated with a fine calibration technique using dual AWG wavelength filters and defined wavelength light from a tunable laser source. By employing narrow-core single-mode fibers for the input and output ports of the MMI, the optical fiber improved the average sensitivity up to 820 dB/RIU under multipoint sensing conditions.
An ab initio-based approach for the formation of pyramidal inversion domain boundaries in highly Mg-doped GaN
Authors: Niki Katsuhide , Akiyama Toru , Ito Tomonori 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
The formation of pyramidal inversion domain (PID) boundaries in highly Mg-doped GaN is investigated on the basis of ab initio calculations. Results for the absolute interface energies of PID boundaries reveal that their upper (0001) and side {11

2
¯

3} facets hosting Mg atoms are stable owing to the electron counting rule. Furthermore, with these absolute interface energies, the formation energies for various PID boundaries of varying sizes and concentrations were estimated. Energy comparisons with those of substitutional Mg demonstrate that the formation of large PID boundaries is preferred when numerous Mg atoms are incorporated in the GaN matrix. The results suggest that the formation of PID boundaries is crucial for Mg doping and the resulting hole concentrations.
Influence of sputtering power on the switching and reliability of ferroelectric Al0.7Sc0.3N films
Authors: Shibukawa Ryota , Tsai Sung-Lin , Hoshii Takuya , Wakabayashi Hitoshi , Tsutsui Kazuo , Kakushima Kuniyuki 
Published: March 2022

Abstract
The sputtering power dependence of 40 nm thick Al0.7Sc0.3N ferroelectric properties was characterized from 200 to 300 W. X-ray rocking curve revealed higher orientated growth into the c-axis with higher sputtering power. Films formed by high power showed reduced leakage current with a higher breakdown field, enabling one to apply the high field for ferroelectric switching. A high remnant polarization (P
r) of 130 μC cm−2 was obtained with a coercive field (E
c) of 6 MV cm−1. The switching cycle test revealed a wake-up effect for all the films; increasing the leakage current and modifying the E
c. We anticipate the change is attributed to the existence and the generation of nitrogen vacancies (V
N) in the films.
Enfermedad de Castleman versus tuberculosis generalizada: un caso de fiebre de origen desconocido
Authors: Niño-Morin Edgard , Sánchez- Morillos Daniel , Barreda-Celis Rafael 
Published: March 2022

Se presenta el caso de una mujer de 25 años con fiebre de origen desconocido, cuyo estudio de biopsia de ganglio cervical se reportó como enfermedad de Castleman, pero que al seguimiento resulto siendo tuberculosis multisistémica. Recibió tratamiento antituberculoso con buena evolución clínica y de laboratorio en el seguimiento. Se enfatiza que, ante enfermedades de baja prevalencia, como la enfermedad de Castleman, se debe descartar tuberculosis en países como el nuestro.
Pengaruh Rasio Keuangan Terhadap Return Saham Pada Perusahaan E-Commerce Di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Meilanty Meilanty , Setiawati Lulu 
Published: March 2022

Laporan keuangan mencerminkan suatu gambaran kinerja keuangan bagi sebuah perusahaan. Rasio - rasio pada laporan keuangan dapat memberikan gambaran tentang kondisi kesehatan keuangan pada sebuah perusahaan. Kinerja keuangan akan mempengaruhi kepercayaan untuk menanamkan investasinya. Biasanya akan melihat perkembangan saham yang terjadi di Bursa Efek. Faktor keamanan keuangan sebuah perusahaan akan menjadi pertimbangan untuk memutuskan pilihan investasi. Saat ini kebanyakan menentukan investasinya pada pembelian saham. Saham masih dianggap paling aman untuk investasi. Salah satu alasan memilih saham, karena return saham dianggap memberikan nilai harapan lebih dari investasi lainnya. Pada perusahaan E-commerce memberikan persepsi bahwa, dengan banyaknya peredaran saham, maka bertambah pula kepercayaan terhadap perusahaan tersebut. Ini akan memberikan pengaruh positif perkembangan Bursa Efek Indonesia, terutama bagi perusahaan E-commerce