bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Predictive factor of renal function recoverability in upper-tract obstructive uropathy after percutaneous nephrostomy and Double -J stent insertion in Indonesian National Referral Hospital
Authors: Soeroto Adhitama Alam , Situmorang Gerhard Reinaldi , Rasyid Nur 
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Obstructive uropathy (OU) is defined as an alteration in any level of the urinary tract that is caused by abnormalities of its system organs, or external pathological factors. Hydronephrosis and progressive renal impairment are signs of upper-tract OU. OU accounted to be around 0,9% - 3,8% of prevalence for etiology of hydronephrosis. The aim of OU treatment is to achieve optimal urinary diversion, either by retrograde intra-ureteral stenting or percutaneous drainage. However, improvement of renal function after urinary diversion is not always evident. The purpose of this study was to identify predictive factors of improvement in renal function following ureteral stent insertion or percutaneous nephrostomy in OU cases. Methods: This was a retrospective, single-center study on patients with OU, who underwent ureteral stenting with Double J (DJ) stent or percutaneous nephrostomy. Several commonly measured clinical indices were documented, including preoperative haemoglobin, Ht, leucocyte, thrombocyte, serum creatinine, blood urea, electrolyte, blood urea to serum creatinine ratio, and renal parenchymal thickness. We focused on finding which parameters correlated with postsurgical decrease in serum creatinine level. Result: We evaluate 567 patients that underwent DJ stent insertion and percutaneous nephrostomy. There was a statistically significant relationship between parenchymal thickness with post-operative creatinine serum decrease, with an OR of 11.24 (p<0.01, CI 7,5 – 16,8). Another parameter that has a statistically significant relationship with successful operative outcomes was blood urea to serum creatinine with OR = 27,9 (p-value < 0.01, 95% CI 17,4 – 44,8. Other laboratory factors had no statistical significance in predicting renal function recoverability. Conclusion: There was a statistically significant relationship between renal parenchymal thickness and blood urea-creatinine ratio with a favourable operational outcome in OU, as evidenced by a reduction in postoperative creatinine serum level.
Mental health problems of asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic COVID-19 patients in hospitel in Thailand: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Kerdcharoen Nitchawan , Kirdchok Pantri , Wonglertwisawakorn Chayut , Naviganuntana Yingrat , Polruamngern Nongnuch , Chinvararak Chotiman 
Published: October 2022

Background There is evidence that patients with COVID-19 have a higher prevalence of mental health problems than the normal population. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of mental health problems and their associated factors in patients with asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic in the hospitel in Thailand. Methods Mental health problems were evaluated using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale - 21 items, and Patient Health Questionnaire-9. The prevalence of mental health problems was presented by frequency and percentage. McNemar's test was used to compare the prevalence of mental health problems between day 1 and day 7. Binary logistic regression was used to identify potential predictors of mental health problems. Results A total of 186 participants (68.3% female; mean age = 37.21 years (SD 13.66) were recruited. The depression, anxiety, and stress rate on day 1 of admission was 26.9%, 32.3% and 25.8%, respectively. Having mild COVID-19 symptoms was a significantly associated factor with anxiety (OR=2.69, 95%CI: 1.05-6.89) and stress (OR=4.53, 95%CI: 1.32-15.55). Conclusions There was a high rate of mental health problems in COVID-19 patients. Detecting and managing mental health problems should be considered standard care for COVID-19 patients.
‘What makes me a woman has been taken away’: exploring women's experiences of treatment for cervical cancer in Ghana
Authors: Hobenu Kafui Abra , Amakpa Eric 
Published: October 2022

Background/AimsCervical cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death among women in Ghana, and is often diagnosed at the advanced stage when more invasive treatment is required. This study explored women's experiences of treatment for advanced cervical cancer in Ghana.MethodsAn exploratory descriptive phenomenological approach was used in this study. Data collection and analysis were done concurrently. Purposive sampling was used to recruit 15 women with advanced cervical cancer from the treatment centre of a teaching hospital in Ghana. Individual face-to-face interviews were conducted lasting between 45 and 90 mins to gather information on their treatment experiences. Data were transcribed verbatim and analysed using content analysis.ResultsThree themes were identified: treatment-associated gynecological changes, gastrointestinal disturbances and body changes, with sub-themes of vaginal dryness, infertility and pseudo-menopausal changes, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, hair loss, skin changes and weight loss.ConclusionsWomen with advanced cervical cancer experience treatment-related challenges that affect their quality of life. It is recommended that experts such as clinical psychologists, nutritionists, dietitians, sex therapists and beauticians/cosmetologists are made part of the multidisciplinary team in the management of treatment for advanced cervical cancer. This will improve the quality of life of women being treated.
Daily Burned Area Mapping for Prescribed Rangeland Burning in the Flint Hills Region Using MODIS Data
Authors: Akinbile Demilade Samuel , Liu Zifei 
Published: October 2022

HighlightsAverage burn frequency and fire size were larger in the center part of the Flint Hills region.The maximum daily burned area was 0.2 million ha. Even distribution of fires can reduce smoke impact.Fires were concentrated on days with high solar radiation. Changing this pattern can reduce the impact on O3.Abstract. Smoke from prescribed burning in the Flint Hills region impacts air quality and contributes to the exceedances of ozone (O3). The objectives of this study were 1) to map the daily burned area in this region from 2003 to 2019 using the combination of Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) highest resolution imagery and standard active fire data from satellite, and 2) to identify the spatial and temporal distributions and patterns of daily fire activities. Red and near-infrared images were combined, and supervised minimum distance classification of the bi-spectral images was applied to map the daily burned area. Results showed that fire activities were highly concentrated in a few days in mid-April. The annual burned percentage (ranged from 11% to 52%) and the average fire size (ranged from 160 to 400 ha) were larger in the central part of the Flint Hills region than in the Southern part and at the edge. On average, the preferred weather conditions by landowners only occurred in around 10 days in one spring burning season. The maximum daily burned area in the Flint Hills study region was as high as 0.2 million ha, about 1/6 of the total burned area in the whole spring burning season. Based on analysis of historical daily burned area and weather data, most fires occurred on days with high solar radiation, favoring O3 production. Changing this pattern or more evenly distributed fires can reduce the smoke impact on daily O3. The results of this study provided a solid foundation for the ongoing development of O3 regression models using daily burned area and meteorological factors as predictor variables. Keywords: MODIS, Ozone, Prescribed burning, Remote sensing, Smoke impact.
Relationship between finger movement characteristics and brain voxel-based morphometry
Authors: Sugioka Junpei , Suzumura Shota , Kuno Katsumi , Kizuka Shiori , Sakurai Hiroaki , Kanada Yoshikiyo , Mizuguchi Tomohiko , Kondo Izumi 
Published: October 2022

BackgroundAging is the most significant risk factor for dementia. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) accounts for approximately 60–80% of all dementia cases in older adults. This study aimed to examine the relationship between finger movements and brain volume in AD patients using a voxel-based reginal analysis system for Alzheimer’s disease (VSRAD) software.MethodsPatients diagnosed with AD at the Center for Comprehensive Care and Research on Memory Disorders were included. The diagnostic criteria were based on the National Institute on Aging-Alzheimer’s Association. A finger-tapping device was used for all measurements. Participants performed the tasks in the following order: with their non-dominant hand, dominant hand, both hands simultaneously, and alternate hands. Movements were measured for 15 s each. The relationship between distance and output was measured. Magnetic resonance imaging measurements were performed, and VSRAD was conducted using sagittal section 3D T1-weighted images. The Z-score was used to calculate the severity of medial temporal lobe atrophy. Pearson’s product-moment correlation coefficient analyzed the relationship between the severity of medial temporal lobe atrophy and mean values of the parameters in the finger-tapping movements. The statistical significance level was set at <5%. The calculated p-values were corrected using the Bonferroni method.ResultsSixty-two patients were included in the study. Comparison between VSRAD and MoCA-J scores corrected for p-values showed a significant negative correlation with the extent of gray matter atrophy (r = -0. 52; p< 0.001). A positive correlation was observed between the severity of medial temporal lobe atrophy and standard deviation (SD) of the distance rate of velocity peak in extending movements in the non-dominant hand (r = 0. 51; p< 0.001).ConclusionsThe SD of distance rate of velocity peak in extending movements extracted from finger taps may be a useful parameter for the early detection of AD and diagnosis of its severity.
Population size estimation of transgender women and men in Bhutan
Authors: Khandu Lekey , Kinley Kinley , Norbu Yonten Choki , Tobgay Tashi , Tsheten Tashi , Gyeltshen Tenzin , Choden Sonam , McFarland Willi 
Published: October 2022

Introduction
Transgender persons experience health disparities and are marginalized in many societies worldwide. Even their numbers are unknown in many countries. We conducted the first effort to estimate the population size of transgender women (TGW) and transgender men (TGM) in Bhutan from November 2019 to January 2020.

Methods
Community-based surveys of TGW and TGM integrated several methods to estimate the size of hidden populations, including key informant mapping, wisdom-of-the-crowd, the service multiplier, and the unique object multiplier. Results of the several methods were synthesized using a Bayesian approach.

Results
Surveys included 34 TGW and 124 TGM. TGW was persons assigned to the male sex at birth and currently self-identified as “trans women” (91%), “women” (6%), or another gender (3%). TGM were persons assigned female sex at birth and self-identified as “trans men” (100%). Bayesian synthesis of the multiple methods estimated 84 TGW (credible interval 61–110) and 166 TGM (credible interval 124–211) in Bhutan.

Conclusions
Our study documented that TGW and TGM are part of Bhutanese society, with TGW constituting 0.03% of adult women and TGM 0.06% of adult men. Estimates can help advocate for resources and programs to address the health and well-being of these communities.
Hearing loss and physical function in the general population: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Daimaru Kaori , Wagatsuma Yukiko 
Published: October 2022

ObjectiveHearing loss is a major public health concern. Higher physical function may be related to the maintenance of hearing acuity. Therefore, this study examined the association between hearing loss and physical function in the general population.MethodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted with health checkup participants who underwent pure-tone audiometry at a regional health care center in Japan. Information for physical function included handgrip strength, vital capacity (VC), and forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1). A hearing threshold of >30 dB at 1 kHz and/or >40 dB at 4 kHz in either ear was identified as hearing loss. The characteristics of the subjects were examined with stratification by sex and age group. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to examine the association between hearing loss and physical function with adjustments for age, body mass index and current smoking.ResultsAmong the 4766 study subjects, 56.5% were male. The mean age was 47.7 years (SD: 13.8 years; range: 20–86 years), and the prevalence of hearing loss was 12.8% based on the definition stated above. For females, handgrip strength, VC, and FEV1showed significant negative associations with hearing loss (multivariable-adjusted OR [95% CI] = 0.691 [0.560–0.852], 0.542 [0.307–0.959], and 0.370 [0.183–0.747], respectively). These associations were not found in males.ConclusionsHigher physical function was associated with a lower prevalence of hearing loss among females. This study suggests that it is important to maintain physical function for hearing loss in females. Further studies are required to investigate sex differences in the relationship between physical function and hearing loss in the general population.
Features of Internal Friction in Ferromagnets
Authors: Petrova L.P. , Ignatenko N.M. , Bulgakova A.A. 
Published: October 2022

Based on the application of two model descriptions proposed by A.A. Rodionov, it is shown that description of internal friction of magnetic materials in various magnetoelastic states subjected to alternating elastic fields should consider not only the magnetic component but also the non-magnetic component along with its changes in the presence of the magnetic field.
The magnetic component of internal friction is associated with the movement of domain boundaries (DG) (hysteresis attenuation (amplitude-dependent — irreversible displacements of DG)) and amplitude-independent (reversible displacements of DG without separation from the fixing points) with reversible and irreversible rotations of spontaneous magnetization vectors.
The non-magnetic component is determined by several components, all of which can dominate over a particular region of frequencies, temperatures, external influences, and initial structural states of the system under study. It depends on the type of defects, their concentrations, and spatial and orientation distribution in crystals.
The paper proposes an approach to separate the internal friction in magnetic materials into magnetic and non-magnetic components which can be extended to materials with domains and domain boundaries including antiferromagnets, ferroelectrics, ferromagnets, etc.
This approach leads to an expansion of the previously used ideas about the method of separating the magnetic component from the recorded spectrum of internal friction.
Clinical Course of Medically Managed Patients With Large and Small Duct Chronic Pancreatitis
Authors: Mahdi Marco B. , Steinkohl Emily , Singh Vikesh K. , Drewes Asbjørn M. , Frøkjær Jens B. , Olesen Søren S. 
Published: October 2022

INTRODUCTION:Pancreatic duct obstruction is the primary indication for endoscopic and/or surgical therapy in patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP). However, the clinical course of medically managed patients in relation to pancreatic duct obstruction is largely unknown.METHODS:This was a retrospective cohort study of medically managed patients with CP. We classified patients based on pancreatic duct obstruction from a stricture or stone using cross-sectional imaging (i.e., large vs small duct CP). We compared prevalence of diabetes and exocrine insufficiency (EPI) between subgroups at inclusion and investigated risk of new-onset diabetes, EPI, and all-cause mortality over a follow-up period of 5 years. Changes in pancreatic morphology were studied in patients who underwent follow-up imaging.RESULTS:A total of 198 patients (mean age 58 ± 12 years, 70% male, 60% alcoholic etiology, 38% large duct CP) were evaluated. At inclusion, patients with large vs small duct CP had a higher prevalence of both diabetes (43% vs 24%,P= 0.004) and EPI (47% vs 28%,P= 0.007). There was an increased risk of new-onset EPI in patients with large duct CP (hazard ratio 1.72; 95% confidence interval [1.05–2.80],P= 0.031) and higher rates of pancreatic atrophy (P< 0.001). No differences between groups were observed for new-onset diabetes and all-cause mortality. Conversion from small to large duct CP orvice versaduring follow-up was observed in 14% of patients.DISCUSSION:In a medically managed cohort of patients, large duct CP was associated with increased risk of EPI and pancreatic atrophy compared with small duct CP.
Pengukuran Stok Karbon Ekosistem Lamun Di Kawasan Taman Nasional Baluran, Jawa Timur
Authors: Zulkifli Dadan , Triyono Heri , Suharti Ratna , Jabbar Meuthia A. , Bramana Aditya , Rahayu Siti Mira , Sudiarsa I Nyoman , Herawati Lilyani Gita 
Published: October 2022

Climate change caused by various activities of human activity has produced carbon dioxide gas affecting global warming. Seagrass ecosystem has the ability to absorb and store large quantities of carbon that can reduce carbon emissions. Objectives of this study is to assess seagrass population structure, assess carbon deposits estimation and water quality parameters. The method used in this research is purposive sampling method and location determination used line Transect quadrant method which refers to LIPI method. Carbon measurements in seagrass samples used LOI method. Seagrass species found in the waters of Baluran National Park are Enhalus acoroides, Thalassia hemprichii, Cymodocea rotundata, Cymodocea serrulata, Syringodium isoetifolium, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis dan Halodule uninervis. The seagrass Enhalus acoroides has a highest biomass value and an estimate of carbon deposits 37.817 gC/m2. The total estimate of the highest carbon stock is obtained at the bottom of the substrate 40.063 ton. Perubahan iklim yang disebabkan oleh berbagai aktifitas kegiatan manusia menghasilkan gas karbon diokasida yang berdampak pada pemanasan global. Ekosistem padang lamun memiliki kemampuan untuk menyerap dan menyimpan karbon dalam jumlah besar yang dapat mengurangi emisi karbon. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah: 1) mengkaji struktur populasi lamun, 2) mengkaji estimasi simpanan karbon, 3) mengkaji parameter kualitas air di Taman Nasional Baluran. Metode yang digunakan yaitu purposive sampling method dan penentuan lokasi menggunakan metode line transect quadrant yang mengacu pada metode LIPI. Pengukuran kualitas air dilakukan secara langsung di lapangan sesuai Standar Nasional Indonesia (SNI) dan pengukuran karbon pada sampel lamun menggunakan metode LOI. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, diketahui bahwa Spesies lamun yang ditemukan di perairain Taman Nasional Baluran adalah Enhalus acoroides, Thalassia hemprichii, Cymodocea rotundata, Cymodocea serrulata, Syringodium isoetifolium, Halophila minor, Halophila ovalis dan Halodule uninervis. Jenis lamun Enhalus acoroides mempunyai nilai biomassa dan estimasi simpanan karbon paling tinggi yaitu 37,817 gC/m2. Estimasi total stok karbon tertinggi didapatkan pada bagian bawah substrat (rhizoma dan akar) sebesar 40,063 ton.
Hubungan Panjang Berat dan Faktor Kondisi Siput Lola (Rochia nilotica) di Perairan Maluku, Sumbawa, dan Bengkulu
Authors: Utami Risnita Tri , Ibrahim Putri Sapira , Kusnadi Agus , Kurnianto Dedy , Triandiza Teddy , Pesillette Rosmi N 
Published: October 2022

Rochia nilotica (Tegulidae) is a snail that is highly important economically due to its nacre layer on their shells. Lola shells are used as raw material in nail polish and high quality pearl buttons. Recently, the production of Rochia nilotica has drastically decreased. This study aimed to investigate the relationship on length-weight and condition factors of Rochia snails from four sites. Data collection was gathered on may-September 2021 at four sites i.e Kei Island, Morellla (Central Maluku), Sumbawa Island and Enggano Island with purposive sampling method. A total 177 individuals have been collected with a detail of 35 individuals from Kei Island, 61 Individuals from Central Maluku, 51 and 29 individuals from Sumbawa Island and Enggano island respectively. The result showed that the relationship on length-weight of Rochia snails at Enggano Island, Sumbawa Island, central Maluku and Kei Island was W=0,00707L2,2804, 0,00686L2,3949, 0,00308L2,5478,dan 0,00025L3,0893 respectively. The result shows that the growth pattern at Bengkulu, Sumbawa, and Morella follows a negative allometric model, while those at Kei Islands follow a positive allometric. Condition factors were relatively varied 1,0020-1,0317 suggested that the research waters were still a suitable environment for the growth of top shells. Siput lola Rochia nilotica (Tegulidae) merupakan komoditi niaga bernilai ekonomis tinggi karena cangkangnya yang memiliki lapisan mutiara. Cangkang siput lola digunakan sebagai bahan baku industri cat kuku dan kancing yang berkualitas tinggi. Akibat eksploitasi berlebihan, produksi siput lola mengalami penurunan drastis selama beberapa tahun terakhir. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan hubungan panjang berat dan faktor kondisi dari siput lola di 4 lokasi penelitian yang dipilih. Pengambilan data dilakukan pada bulan April-September 2021 dengan menggunakan metode Purposive Sampling yang dilakukan di 4 lokasi yaitu Kepulauan Kei, Morella, Pulau Sumbawa, dan Pulau Enggano yang mewakili 3 wilayah (Timur, Tengah dan Barat) Perairan Indonesia. Siput Lola yang diperoleh sebanyak 177 individu yang berasal dari 35 individu dari Kepulauan Kei, 61 individu Morella, 51 individu Sumbawa, dan 29 individu Enggano. Hubungan panjang berat siput lola di lokasi penelitian Enggano, Sumbawa, Morella, dan Kepulauan Kei secara berurutan yaitu sebesar W=0,00707L2,2804, 0,00686L2,3949, 0,00308L2,5478,dan 0,00025L3,0893. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pola pertumbuhan siput lola di Pulau Enggano, Sumbawa dan Morella mengikuti model allometrik negatif, sedangkan pola pertumbuhan siput lola di Kepulauan Kei mengikuti model allometrik positif. Faktor kondisi relatif beragam dari 1,0020-1,0317 yang mengindikasikan bahwa daerah perairan penelitian masih merupakan lingkungan yang sesuai untuk pertumbuhan siput lola.