bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Relationship between hyperemesis gravidarum and Helicobacter pylori infection at Tanta University Hospitals
Authors: El-Brolosy Mohamed S.M. , AbouFreikha Ahmed H. , El-Srougy Hesham A. , El-Khayat Ahmed M. 
Published: June 2022

Background
Hyperemesis gravidarum (HEG) is persistent nausea and vomiting affecting the general condition of pregnant females. Hyperemesis requiring admission occurs in 0.3–2% of pregnancies. The exact cause is unknown, but there are hypotheses involving hormonal factors and Helicobacter pylori infection. Also, increased serum levels of steroids and hcG changes the gastrointestinal tract; besides, altered immunity during pregnancy activates H. pylori infection. H. pylori is a common bacterial infection that causes active chronic gastritis up to ulceration.

Aim
This study aims to investigate the association between HEG and H. pylori infection.

Patients and methods
Our study was conducted on 100 pregnant women between 6 and 14 weeks of gestation, grouped as 50 women with HEG and 50 not suffering from HEG. Patients were investigated for routine investigations as complete blood count, liver, and renal functions. Specific investigations were carried out to determine the serum level of H. pylori IgG antibody by the ELISA method.

Results
In this study, 30 (60%) patients in the HEG group had H. pylori infection and only five (10%) patients in the control group (P<0.001), indicating a strong association between H. pylori and HEG. There was no significant statistical difference between the two groups regarding age, education, residence, socioeconomic level, gravidity, parity, and gestational age.

Conclusions
A strong association was found between H. pylori and HEG. So, when a pregnant patient complains of HEG, we should test for H. pylori seropositivity and if seropositive we give the patient triple therapy to eradicate H. pylori infection.
The possible protective role of kynurenic acid on ovarian functions impaired by monosodium glutamate in albino rats
Authors: Elraey Samah G.E. , Shebl Mohamed M. , El Kholy Rizk M. , Barhoma Ramez A.E. 
Published: June 2022

BackgroundMonosodium glutamate (MSG) is one of the essential flavor enhancers used in different food products. In spite of its flavor enhancer effect, MSG-induced toxicity was evident on various organs like the brain, thymus, ovaries, testes, liver, and the kidneys. Kynurenic acid (KYNA) exerts an antioxidant effect by reducing the production of reactive oxygen species and by its anti-inflammatory actions.AimThis study was arranged to investigate the possible role of MSG in deteriorating the ovarian functions and the protective effect of KYNA in this respect.Materials and methodsIn all, 30 adult female albino rats were divided into three equal groups: (a) the control group received 0.5 ml distilled water by oral gavage daily for 14 consecutive days; (b) the MSG-treated group received MSG (0.2 g/kg/day) dissolved in 0.5 ml distilled water by oral gavage for 14 consecutive days; (c) MSG-treated and KYNA-treated groups received the same MSG dose, in addition to KYNA (2.5 mg/kg/day) for 14 consecutive days. At the end of the experimental period, serum estradiol, follicular-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone, as well as ovarian-reduced glutathione and malondialdehyde levels were determined in all studied groups. Also, ovaries were dissected for histopathological evaluation.ResultsMSG significantly increased the serum follicular-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone, and the ovarian malondialdehyde levels. However, it significantly decreased the serum estradiol and the ovarian glutathione levels compared with the control group. Treatment with KYNA significantly improved all these alterations.ConclusionKYNA improved the MSG-induced alterations in the ovarian functions.
Transvaginal ultrasound evaluation of uterine scar in pregnant women with a previous cesarean section
Authors: El-Nahas Nehal E.M. , Ghareb Ashraf E. , El-Saba Tarek M. , El-Hamamy Nareman 
Published: June 2022

Background
Many studies have shown that the thickness of the lower uterine segment (LUS) is correlated to the risk of uterine scar dehiscence. Transvaginal sonography (TV US) has been used to predict uterine dehiscence by measuring the LUS thickness near term.

Aims
In this study, the main aim was to assess the thickness of the LUS and determine its integrity in pregnant women at term with previous cesarean section (CS) through TV US.

Patients and methods
The study involved 200 pregnant females at term (gestational age between 36 and 38 weeks) with a history of one previous CS, who were attending the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department at Tanta University Hospital. The study started from January 2019 till September 2020.

Results
There was highly significant correlation between LUS thickness measured by TV US, scar shape, and continuity with intraoperative findings as categorized into four grades (r=−0.783 and P=0.000). The cutoff value was 2.3 mm; at this thickness the risk of dehiscence increased, with a sensitivity of 94.1%, specificity of 96.4%, and an accuracy of 95% (area under the curve=0.935).

Conclusion
TV US is a reliable method for the assessment of the risk of uterine rupture by measuring the LUS thickness in women with previous CS. The cutoff value is 2.3 mm with a sensitivity of 94.1% and specificity of 96.4%. Accuracy was 95%.
Decay process of free residual chlorine concentration affected by travel time in water distribution systems
Authors: Oliveira Luciano de , Reis Diana Rosa dos , Hoffmann Nora Katia Saavedra del Aguila 
Published: June 2022

Chlorination is the most widely used method for disinfecting water for human consumption. While the chlorinated water travels through a distribution system, the concentration of free residual chlorine (FRC) declines depending on the natural water characteristics. This study investigated FRC decay in two types of water sources – ground and surface water – with varied concentrations of organic compounds. The travel time variable depended on water consumption patterns of both distribution systems which attend low density populations and their initial project needs. Based on mathematical simulation techniques of water quality models, the study also investigated the effects of water temperature and total organic carbon (TOC) on the kinetic constants (kb) of chlorine decay. Results show that travel time in the most critical locations in the water networks and the minimum disinfectant concentrations required at the entry points were 40 hours and 0.27-0.28 mg L-1 at Vale dos Pássaros housing complex, and 144 hours and 0.30-0.36 mg L-1 at Terras Alphaville housing complex.
Keywords: disinfection, TOC, water quality.
Management of Peritonsillar Abscess in a Tertiary Hospital in Southwest Nigeria
Authors: Sogebi Olusola Ayodele , Oyewole Emmanuel Abayomi 
Published: June 2022

Background: Peritonsillar abscess (PTA) occurs when pus accumulates in the peritonsillar space. There are controversies about the most adequate form of treatment. The objectives of this study were to describe the clinical profile of patients, PTA and bacteriological profile of aspirates, and management of PTA.
Methods: This retrospective study included patients with PTA managed in a tertiary hospital. The clinico-demographic characteristics, oropharyngeal examination findings, including that of the tonsils, test aspiration of swelling, and culture results were documented. The treatment modalities, hospitalization period, and outcome were recorded.
Results: Seventeen records of adults were available (mean age, 33.3±9.7 years; female, 58.8%). All patients presented with fever, odynophagia, and trismus within 3 days. Five (29.4%) had previous sore throat, 94.1% had previous medications, and 52.9% had the abscesses on the left side. Test aspirate yielded pus in 76.5% of patients, whereas 8 aspirates cultured micro-organisms; 70.6% of the patients had incision and drainage (I&D) of the abscess, and the average hospitalization period was 3 days. Most (94.1%) of the patients had favorable outcomes.
Conclusion: PTA is common in adults, and they present early with classical symptoms. Purulent aspiration is usually positive, and patients are treated with I&D with antibiotic coverage, which leads to a generally good outcome.
A járványhelyzet hatása a Pécsi Szenior Akadémia hallgatóinak életmódjára
Authors: Bajusz Klára 
Published: June 2022

A Pécsi Szenior Akadémia 2014 óta működik a Pécsi Tudományegyetem és az Aktív Időskorért Alapítvány szervezésében, ma már több, mint 800 regisztrált résztvevővel. Célunk, hogy a pécsi és Pécs környéki 60 év felettiek számára biztosítsunk tanulási és közösségi teret: programjaink segítségével megteremtsük a közösségi és intergenerációs tanulás lehetőségeit, hozzájáruljunk az aktív és sikeres idősödés megvalósulásához. Tevékenységünk gerincét az előadások adják (szemeszterenként hét, oklevélátadó ünnepséggel), ezeket tanfolyamok és önállóan működő kisközösségek egészítik ki.
Az előadás a legfrissebb kutatási eredményeink fényében mutatja be résztvevőink demográfiai sajátosságait, valamint a szenior önkéntességhez való viszonyukat. A kapott adatokból kitűnik, hogy minél régebb óta jár valaki az akadémiára, annál nyitottabb az önkéntes munka felé. A részvételi szándék függ az iskolázottságtól, de nem függ a nyugdíj előtti munkakör jellegétől.
Kitérünk módszertani kérdésekre is: mely szempontok a legfontosabbak hallgatóinknak, mikor kiválasztják a látogatott programokat, és melyek az előadóktól elsődlegesen elvárt készségek.
Legfrissebb vizsgálatunk a koronavírus okozta életmódváltás hatásait méri fel: mennyiben változott hallgatóink életvitele, hangulata, egészségi állapota tavasz óta. Milyen forrásokból tájékozódnak a járványhelyzetről? Hány emberrel tartanak kapcsolatot? Az eredményekből kitűnik, hogy hallgatóink életéből a COVID előtti időkhöz képest leginkább a közösségi élmények és a kulturális programok hiányoznak. Mivel az akadémia működése március óta lényegében szünetel, az előadásban kitérünk arra a módszertani kihívásra is, melyet a szociális távolságtartás okozta nehézségek hoznak létre az akadémia életében.
Growing Ageing Population and European Policies
Authors: Kabooro Rehana Sindho 
Published: June 2022

Introduction to Social change due to aged population
Increased elderly population in Europe has many factors, it took decades what is happening now. Europe’s low fertility rate, Europe’s migration from developing to developed country, high life expectancy and immigration laws. The developmental strategies of G20 countries are significantly interlinked with the economic and population development policies. The recognition of ageing population is followed by the Japan’s ageing population process which is also mentioned in most of the Eu data on comparison for the ageing population strategies. It is a visible change that social and economic developments causes higher life expectancy and better health in Europe.The average middle age is increasing, and it is predicted about 4.5 years by 2019 to 2050 it may reach 48.2 years as European middle age. In the most developed parts of the world, elderly population was discussed long ago, and serious steps were taken for global improvements for older people. As the life expectancy increases dependency increases that creates pressure to fulfil the needs of elderly for health, socially, and economically. Increasing number of elderly populations, is actual rise in social, cultural, and economic responsibilities for welfare systems, health care systems and individuals. More elderly people, more reliance needed number of old age homes, elderly rehabilitation centers and Palliative care centers are increased.
Population ageing is not a sudden change in population, but it took decades to consider about the population phenomenon. The European social change has major cause of ageing population that may has dark impact to the future perspective. In current situation birth rate is low, mortality rate is also low and life expectancy is high which is creating a lot pressure on the economic growth and to run the economic cycle the labour force is insufficient, health care systems are updating each year since COVID pandemic and system failure was visible in many OECD countries as well in such condition there is a lot more pressure on the women to balance birth ratio at the same time women is considered as “Sandwich Generation” by some of the European researchers, women cares for the both younger and the older generation nowadays.
Such ageing population determinants push the policy makers to design such policies and laws to combat this situation to secure future generations. Some of the EU policies to promote Active ageing and solidarity between generations, Silver Economy project to provide elderly jobs to decrease dependency ratio and Healthy ageing programs are running but still there is long way to show up positive results if migration policies will not be softened at certain points to keep achieving sustainable development goals in Europe.
Action for smart healthy age-friendly environments
Authors: Van Staalduinen Willeke 
Published: June 2022

Smart, adaptable and inclusive solutions can help improve and support independent life throughout the course of life, regardless of age, gender, disabilities, cultural differences and personal choices.A holistic approach that optimizes social and physical environments, supported by digital tools and services, allows to provide better health and social care, promoting not only independent living, but also equity and active participation in society. This approach follows the United Nations' line-up, with the Sustainable Development Goals (in particular Objectives 3 and 11), stating that sustainable environments for all ages represent the basis for ensuring a better future for the entire population.The challenges of different sectors, such as ICT, the building industry and urban planning and the health and social care, as well as those of citizens and their communities are interlinked. Responding to these challenges will foster awareness and support for the creation and implementation of smart, healthy and inclusive environments for present and future generations.From this insight, a new concept was developed and well received: Smart Healthy Age-Friendly Environments (SHAFE). The by the EC approved Thematic Network of 2018 evolved into a Stakeholders Network of about 170 organisations and it is represented in several European projects and networks. COST Action NET4Age-Friendly brings together over 320 researchers from 46 countries. Capacity building to support the implementation of SHAFE is present in Erasmus+ projects.
The presentation will give an overview of relevant development and insights to support the building of smart, inclusive societies.
Időskori depresszió az alapellátásban
Authors: Rekenyi Viktor , Kolozsvári László Róbert 
Published: June 2022

Őszülő társadalmunkban az időskorral kapcsolatos kérdések egyre kiemeltebb figyelmet kell, hogy kapjanak. A szomatikus betegségek mellett fokozottan kell figyelni a mentális zavarok problémakörére. A mentális zavarok közül kiemelkedik a depresszió jelensége, amely mind a gyakorisága, mind az életminőségre gyakorolt súlyos romboló hatása miatt több figyelmet kell, hogy kapjon, különösen az alapellátásban.
Az időskori depresszió prevalenciája 5-10% környékére tehető, valamint a befejezett öngyilkosságok száma is növekvő tendenciát mutat az életkorral párhuzamosan, aminek elsődleges rizikófaktora a depresszió. Az időskori depresszió háttértényezői között fontos kiemelni a nem szerepét, az özvegységet, mint állapotot, a magányosságot, az alacsony szociális/családi támogatást, illetve a dependenciát. A depresszió kapcsolatban áll még számos életmódbeli és táplálkozási szokással, valamint krónikus betegségekkel is.
A depresszió korai felismerése a krónikusan beteg, idős páciensek körében az alapellátás feladata, viszont felismerését megnehezíti annak tünetszegénysége. Előzetes kutatások is azt igazolják, hogy a krónikus betegségben szenvedő idősek hajlamosabbak a depresszióra, ami ezeknek a betegségeknek a prognózisára negatív hatással van. Jellemzően csak egy-két tünet utal hangulatzavarra, melyek sokszor testi betegség, vagy kognitív deficit (pszeudodemencia) formájában vehetők észre, ezáltal a páciens és a háziorvos is félreértelmezheti a depresszióra utaló jeleket. Mindezek mellett a mentális betegségekhez kapcsolódó stigmatizáció is szerepet játszhat idősek körében abban, hogy nem jelentik a hangulatzavarral kapcsolatos tüneteiket.
Az egészségügyi ellátó intézmények közül az alapellátásban dolgozóknak van a legnagyobb hozzáférése a depresszióban szenvedő idős személyekhez, ezért célszerű őket egyebek mellett a hangulatzavar időskorra vonatkozó sajátosságairól tájékoztatni, valamint szűrésére ösztönözni, hiszen kezeletlensége számos kockázatot von maga után.
Cooking characteristic and sensory evaluation of cauliflower leaves incorporated homemade noodles
Authors: Mangai S. Alamelu , Divya K. 
Published: June 2022

OBJECTIVES:The present study was carried out with the objective of examining the cooking and sensory attributes of cauliflower leaves (Brassica oleraceavar. botrytis) incorporated homemade noodles.
MATERIAL AND METHODS:Noodles in ratio 60:40 (WF:PMF) served as control and the cauliflower leaves puree (CLP) was incorporated to the control noodles in five different proportion such as 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50. The various blends were processed and shadow dried to prepare noodles. Both dry and cooked noodles were subjected to sensory evaluation by trained panel members and the cooking characteristics were estimated.
RESULTS:The water absorption of the noodles increases with increase in the level of CLP, cooking loss reduced with the level of CLP incorporation and was statistically significant at P < 0.05 level. Sensory attributes between control and CLP-enriched dry noodles, only flavor and taste was statistically significant at P < 0.05 level.
CONCLUSION:Owing the nutritive value of pearl millet, wheat, and cauliflower leaves, the noodles can replace the commercial noodles in household with minimum cost and can be popularized among foodies especially children and teenagers.
Soil moisture observation in a forested headwater catchment: combining a dense cosmic-ray neutron sensor network with roving and hydrogravimetry at the TERENO site Wüstebach
Authors: Heistermann Maik , Bogena Heye , Francke Till , Güntner Andreas , Jakobi Jannis , Rasche Daniel , Schrön Martin , Döpper Veronika , Fersch Benjamin , Groh Jannis , Patil Amol , Pütz Thomas , Reich Marvin , Zacharias Steffen , Zengerle Carmen , Oswald Sascha 
Published: June 2022

Abstract. Cosmic-ray neutron sensing (CRNS) has become an effective method to measure soil moisture at a horizontal scale of hundreds of metres and a depth of decimetres. Recent studies proposed operating CRNS in a network with overlapping footprints in order to cover root-zone water dynamics at the small catchment scale and, at the same time, to represent spatial heterogeneity. In a joint field campaign from September to November 2020 (JFC-2020), five German research institutions deployed 15 CRNS sensors in the 0.4 km2 Wüstebach catchment (Eifel mountains, Germany). The catchment is dominantly forested (but includes a substantial fraction of open vegetation) and features a topographically distinct catchment boundary. In addition to the dense CRNS coverage, the campaign featured a unique combination of additional instruments and techniques: hydro-gravimetry (to detect water storage dynamics also below the root zone); ground-based and, for the first time, airborne CRNS roving; an extensive wireless soil sensor network, supplemented by manual measurements; and six weighable lysimeters. Together with comprehensive data from the long-term local research infrastructure, the published data set (available at https://doi.org/10.23728/b2share.756ca0485800474e9dc7f5949c63b872; Heistermann et al., 2022) will be a valuable asset in various research contexts: to advance the retrieval of landscape water storage from CRNS, wireless soil sensor networks, or hydrogravimetry; to identify scale-specific combinations of sensors and methods to represent soil moisture variability; to improve the understanding and simulation of land–atmosphere exchange as well as hydrological and hydrogeological processes at the hillslope and the catchment scale; and to support the retrieval of soil water content from airborne and spaceborne remote sensing platforms.
Coastal high-frequency radars in the Mediterranean – Part 1: Status of operations and a framework for future development
Authors: Lorente Pablo , Aguiar Eva , Bendoni Michele , Berta Maristella , Brandini Carlo , Cáceres-Euse Alejandro , Capodici Fulvio , Cianelli Daniela , Ciraolo Giuseppe , Corgnati Lorenzo , Dadić Vlado , Doronzo Bartolomeo , Drago Aldo , Dumas Dylan , Falco Pierpaolo , Fattorini Maria , Gauci Adam , Gómez Roberto , Griffa Annalisa , Guérin Charles-Antoine , Hernández-Carrasco Ismael , Hernández-Lasheras Jaime , Ličer Matjaž , Magaldi Marcello G. , Mantovani Carlo , Mihanović Hrvoje , Molcard Anne , Mourre Baptiste , Orfila Alejandro , Révelard Adèle , Reyes Emma , Sánchez Jorge , Saviano Simona , Sciascia Roberta , Taddei Stefano , Tintoré Joaquín , Toledo Yaron , Ursella Laura , Uttieri Marco , Vilibić Ivica , Zambianchi Enrico , Cardin Vanessa 
Published: June 2022

Abstract. Due to the semi-enclosed nature of the Mediterranean Sea,
natural disasters and anthropogenic activities impose stronger pressures on
its coastal ecosystems than in any other sea of the world. With the aim of
responding adequately to science priorities and societal challenges,
littoral waters must be effectively monitored with high-frequency radar
(HFR) systems. This land-based remote sensing technology can provide, in
near-real time, fine-resolution maps of the surface circulation over broad
coastal areas, along with reliable directional wave and wind information.
The main goal of this work is to showcase the current status of the
Mediterranean HFR network and the future roadmap for orchestrated actions.
Ongoing collaborative efforts and recent progress of this regional alliance
are not only described but also connected with other European initiatives
and global frameworks, highlighting the advantages of this cost-effective
instrument for the multi-parameter monitoring of the sea state. Coordinated
endeavors between HFR operators from different multi-disciplinary
institutions are mandatory to reach a mature stage at both national and
regional levels, striving to do the following: (i) harmonize deployment and maintenance
practices; (ii) standardize data, metadata, and quality control procedures;
(iii) centralize data management, visualization, and access platforms; and (iv) develop practical applications of societal benefit that can be used for
strategic planning and informed decision-making in the Mediterranean marine
environment. Such fit-for-purpose applications can serve for search and
rescue operations, safe vessel navigation, tracking of marine pollutants,
the monitoring of extreme events, the investigation of transport processes,
and the connectivity between offshore waters and coastal ecosystems.
Finally, future prospects within the Mediterranean framework are discussed
along with a wealth of socioeconomic, technical, and scientific challenges
to be faced during the implementation of this integrated HFR regional
network.