bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Surgery (PTES) and mini-incision L5/S1 OLIF with self-lock cage for surgical treatment of L5 spondylolisthesis
Authors: Zhou Tianyao , Ma Tianle , Gu Yutong , Che Wu , Zhang Liang , Wang Yichao 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Objectives
We designed Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Surgery (PTES) technique under local anesthesia and L5/S1 OLIF (OLIF51) with self-lock cage through mini-incision for the treatment of L5 spondylolisthesis. The purpose of study is to evaluate the feasibility, efficacy and safety of this method.
Methods
Thirteen cases of L5 spondylolisthesis with nerve root symptoms were included in this study. The patients underwent PTES under local anesthesia in a prone position, and then OLIF51 with self-lock cage and allograft was performed through left abdominal mini-incision and oblique retroperitoneal approach between bilateral iliac vessels with the external oblique, internal oblique and transverse abdominal muscles bluntly separated in turn for L5/S1 in a right oblique position under general anesthesia. Back and leg pain were preoperatively and postoperatively evaluated using VAS, and the clinical outcomes were evaluated with ODI before surgery and at 2-year follow-up. Anterior and posterior intervertebral space height, lumbar lordotic angle, and operative segmental lordotic angle were measured on lumbar spine X-rays preoperatively and postoperatively. The fusion status was assessed according to the Bridwell’s fusion grades.
Results
The operation duration was 49.1 ± 5.6 minutes for PTES and 73.6 ± 8.2 minutes for OLIF. There was a blood loss of 25(15–45) ml. The incision length was 7.5 ± 1.1 mm for PTES and 46.8 ± 3.8 mm for OLIF. The hospital stay was 5(4–6) days. The follow-up duration was 29(24–37) months. For the clinical evaluation, the VAS of back and leg pain significantly dropped after surgery (p < 0.001) and the ODI significantly decreased from 64.7 ± 7.8% to 12.9 ± 4.3% 2 years after surgery (p < 0.001). Anterior and posterior intervertebral space height, and operative segmental lordotic angle significantly improved after surgery (p < 0.05). Fusion grades based on the Bridwell grading system at 2-year follow-up were grade I in 9 segments (69.2%), grade II in 4 segments (30.8%). No patients had any form of permanent iatrogenic nerve damage and a major complication. No failure of instruments was observed.
Conclusions
PTES and mini-incision OLIF51 with self-lock cage is a good choice of minimally invasive surgery for L5 spondylolisthesis, which can get direct neurologic decompression and satisfying fusion, and hardly destroy the rectus abdominis and its sheath, paraspinal muscles and bone structures.
Analytical Study of Energy, Exergy and Thermohydraulic Performance Enhancement of Sustainable Solar Air Heater with C-Shape roughness
Authors: Pachori Himanshu , Mishra Shivam , Sheorey Tanuja , Choudhary Tushar , Hanamura Katsunori 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
A solar air heater is a simple, low-cost, sustainable heat exchanger that may be used for industrial, household, and agricultural drying processes. It can also be used to heat homes and other buildings. In comparison to smooth absorbers, artificially roughened absorbers can greatly increase the thermal performance of solar air heaters. In this study, the thermohydraulic performance of a solar air heater with rough C-shaped ribs was analytically investigated. The findings of the examination of the thermal efficiency, exergy, and entropy were compared to the results of a smooth duct. The thermal-performance of the C-ribs absorber is significantly greater than that of the smooth duct. The Nu is 4 times the smooth duct, and the mean thermal efficiency percentage growth is around 40%. This study presents a novel approach to SAH sustainability. The optimum values for maximum thermal performance are (e/D) = 0.0422, (α/90) = 0.33, and P/e = 10. The several thermal energy losses that cause the SAH's thermal performance to deteriorate have been identified. According to the current study, the typical thermohydraulic performance parameter is 3, which is greater than the typical roughness.
Temporal Variation of Q Factor Before and after Kumamoto earthquake
Authors: Saffari Maryam , Mahood Majid , Heidari Reza , Mehramuz Mahmoud 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
The main purpose of this study is to investigate the temporal changes in the attenuation of coda waves before and after the 7.3 magnitude Kumamoto earthquake in the Kumamoto region of Japan. In this study, the single back scattering method has been used to estimate the attenuation of coda waves. The attenuation was estimated using 474 local earthquakes recorded at 306 seismic stations with a magnitude between 2.5 and 5.5 and the focal depth of less than 200 km. 18,810 records were processed in seven frequency ranges of 1.5, 3, 4.5, 6, 9, 12 and 18 Hz and in three time intervals of 20, 30 and 40 seconds. The frequency ratio of quality coefficient for three lapsed time 20, 30 and 40 seconds as Qc = (53 ± 3) f (0.86 ± 0.06), Qc = (65 ± 4) f (0.87 ± 0.06) and Qc = (79 ± 4) f (0.88 ± 0.07). The results show that the study area is tectonically highly active and has a high seismicity rate. Increasing the quality coefficient along with increasing the lapse time shows that shallow structures have more heterogeneity than the deeper ones. Investigating the temporal attenuation changes in this region shows that by approaching the main Kumamoto earthquake, the number of earthquakes increases while the quality factor of coda waves decreases. This negative correlation can be justified by the increased stress in the region that will cause to earthquakes increases. Having more earthquakes in the region have caused fractures to increase and thus led to decrease the quality coefficient. After the main Kumamoto earthquake, there were results being observed in opposite to the foreshock results. The average quality coefficient before and after the main earthquake is respectively 68 and 60, which shows that the heterogeneity in the region has increased. The increase in heterogeneity in the region can be due to the increase in the aftershocks and consequently an increase in the cracks and fractures.
Pruned tea leaves as biomass to green prepare nano zero-valent iron embedded biochar for efficient removal of Cr(VI) from aqueous solutions
Authors: Ma Fang , Zhang Chenguang , Zhou Hongxia , Ji Yajun 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Pruned tea leaves are discarded or burned as agricultural residue, causing resource waste and serious environmental problems. Pruned tea leaves with a rich number of cellulosic and polyphenolic components could be used as biomass feedstocks and reducing agents to synthesize ZVI-embedded biochar. In this work, a green, inexpensive and convenient method was developed for the synthesis of nanoscale zero-valent iron embedded biochar (TLBC-nZVI) using pruned tea leaves. TLBC-nZVI showed excellent performance in Cr(VI) removal (166.65 mg g−1) from aqueous solutions. Isothermal, kinetic and thermodynamic studies showed that Cr(VI) removal fit well with the Freundlich model and pseudo-second order model. Additionally, the removal process was a chemical, spontaneous and endothermic reaction. The removal mechanisms were as follows: (i) protonated TLBC-nZVI adsorbed anionic Cr(VI) by electrostatic interaction under acidic conditions; (ii) Fe0, Fe(II) and some surface functional groups (such as –NH2 and –OH) reduced Cr(VI) to Cr(III); and (iii) Cr(III) was removed through complexation, physical adsorption and coprecipitation.
Infection and vaccine induced Spike antibody responses against SARS-CoV-2 Variants of concern in immune naïve children and adults
Authors: Pillay Aleha , Yeola Avani , Tea Fiona , Denkova Martina , Houston Samuel , Burrell Rebecca , Merheb Vera , Lee Fiona X. Z. , Moran Lilly , Jadhav Ajay , Sterling Katrina , Lai Catherine L , Vitagliano Tennille L. , Aggarwal Anupriya , Catchpoole Daniel , Wood Nicholas , Phan Tri Giang , Nanan Ralph , Hsu Peter , Turville Stuart G , Britton Philip N , Brilot Fabienne 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
A more efficient and effective adaptive humoral immune response has been proposed as the basis of the usually favourable outcome of paediatric COVID-19. The breadth of virus and vaccine immunogenicity towards the ever-mutating Spike protein amongst variants of concern (VOC) have not yet been compared between children and adults. We utilized molecular cloning and sensitive antibody detection against conformational Spike by flow cytometry to assess Spike antibodies and delineate the immunogenic region in immune naïve children and adults vaccinated by BNT162b2 and ChAdOx1, and naturally infected with Early Clade, Delta, and Omicron variants. Patient sera were analysed against SARS-CoV-2 Spike antigens including naturally occurring VOCs Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Omicron BA.1, BA.2, and BA.5 variants of interest Epsilon, Kappa, Eta, D.2, and artificial Spike mutants. There was no notable difference between breadth and longevity of antibody responses generated against VOCs in children and adults. Vaccinated individuals displayed similar immunoreactivity profiles across variants to naturally infected individuals. Delta-infected patients had an enhanced immunogenicity toward Delta and some VOCs compared to patients infected by Early Clade SARS-CoV-2. Although Omicron BA.1, BA.2, and BA.5 antibody levels were increased after Omicron infection in both children and adults, immunogenicity against Omicron subvariants was reduced. This decrease was observed across VOC infection, immunization, and age groups. Selected epistatically combined mutations led to an increase of immunogenicity in artificial Spikes, but were unable to compensate overall within Omicron. Our results reveal important molecular features central to the generation of high antibody titers and broad immunoreactivity that should be considered in future vaccine design and global serosurveillance.
Implications of Serum Uric Acid for Female Fertility: Results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2013–2020
Authors: LIANG Jiemei , CHEN Xiting , HUANG Jinfa , Nie Weizhe , YANG Qian , HUANG Qitao , Deng Kaixian 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Background

Reproductive health is a public health concern among young women. Due to nutritional composition and unhealthy lifestyle choices, the health effects of hyperuricemia on female fertility have come under scrutiny. We set out to investigate this relationship among adult female Americans.

Methods

In this cross-sectional investigation, the total sample of 5872 selected female participants aged 18 to 49 was identified from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2013–2020. Each participant's serum uric acid levels (mg/dl) were measured, and the Reproductive Health Questionnaire was used to determine each subject's reproductive status. Logistic regression models were employed to assess the association between two variables in total subjects and subgroup analyses. The stratified multivariate logistic regression model was used to perform the subgroup analysis by serum uric acid levels. The subgroup analysis based on serum uric acid levels was carried out using the stratified multivariate logistic regression model.

Results

Among 5872 female adults included in this study, 649 (11.1%) had infertility, which had a higher mean of SUA levels (4.7mg/dl vs. 4.5mg/dl). In the initial and adjusted models, SUA levels were positively associated with infertility. Multivariate logistic regression revealed the odds of female infertility were significantly greater with increasing SUA levels (Q4 [≥ 5.2mg/dl] vs. Q1 [≤ 3.6mg/dl]), adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.59, p = 0.002]. The data suggests that there is a dose-response relationship between the two.

Conclusion

In this cross-sectional study, a sample of American women between the ages of 18 and 49 showed that SUA was positively related to infertility.
Intracranial Aneurysms in the Pediatric Population: Case Series
Authors: Demart Zeferino Jr , Pardins Junio Pereira , Koppe Gelson Luis , Maeda Adriano Keijiro , Mattozo Carlos Alberto , Cardoso-Demartini Adriane 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Introduction: Aneurysms are rare in the pediatric population and its diagnosis can be challenging. They differ from their adult counterparts in several aspects, and hemorrhage is the most frequent presentation.
Objective: To evaluate clinical data, aneurysms characteristics and therapeutic results in a series of patients <18 years of age with intracranial aneurysms.
Method: A retrospective cross-sectional observational study design through the analysis of medical records and imaging studies. Analyzed data included age, sex, presentation, comorbidities, aneurysmal characteristics, treatment modality and clinical outcomes.
Results: 15 intracranial aneurysms were identified in 11 patients (6 male), with ages ranging from 3 months to 15 years (mean 5.2 years). Five patients had associated medical conditions, and hemorrhage was the most frequent clinical presentation (45%). Three patients (27%) had multiple aneurysms, and 7 aneurysms were fusiform or dysplastic. The internal carotid artery was the most affected site, occurring in 47% of cases. Aneurysm size ranged from 2 mm to 60 mm (mean 16.8 mm), with giant aneurysms in 27%. Seven patients were treated via endovascular procedures and three aneurysms were clipped. Symptomatic vasospasm requiring angioplasty occurred in two patients. One patient died due to severe aspiration pneumonia and sepsis that precluded treatment. Good functional outcome (mRS < 2) was achieved in all patients submitted to treatment (91%).
Conclusion: The patients with aneurysms in this series were characterized by hemorrhagic presentation, mild male predominance, and internal carotid artery involvement. The outcome of treated patients was favorable, regardless of the treatment modality.
Measurement of craving among gamers with internet gaming disorder using repeated presentations of game videos: A resting-state electroencephalography study
Authors: Park Sangin , Ha Jihyeon , Ahn Wonbin , Kim Laehyun 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Background
Internet gaming disorder (IGD) is receiving increasing attention owing to its effects on daily living and psychological function.
Methods
In this study, electroencephalography was used to compare neural activity triggered by repeated presentation of a stimulus in healthy controls (HCs) and those with IGD. A total of 42 adult men were categorized into two groups (IGD, n = 21) based on Y-IAT-K scores. Participants were required to watch repeated presentations of video games while wearing a head-mounted display, and the delta (D), theta (T), alpha (A), beta (B), and gamma (G) activities in the prefrontal (PF), central (C), and parieto-occipital (PO) regions were analyzed.
Results
The IGD group exhibited higher absolute powers of DC, DPO, TPF, TC, TPO, BC, and BPO than HCs. The proposed method for identifying IGD was implemented in a linear support vector machine via cross-validation, and the classification result was 74%.
Conclusions
These findings may significantly contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the neurological features associated with IGD and provide potential neurological markers that can be used to distinguish between individuals with IGD and HCs.
The road to desired aging in place outcomes: Co-development of a theory of change with suburban-dwelling older adults
Authors: Balog Emily J. , Figueiredo Sabrina , Vause-Earland Tracey , Ragusa Elena , Wees Phillipus Van der 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Background
Ninety-five percent of all older adults live in community settings and have expressed a desire to remain in their homes and communities (aging in place). Communities have recognized the need for action planning to support the needs for aging in place. However, plans often lack empirical evidence, they leave out older adults, particularly those with disabilities, and the planning process takes a top-down approach from the perspective of policy makers.
Methods
This mixed methods study aimed to develop and initiate use of a theory of change to understand processes to elicit older adult participation in community action planning answering the question: In what ways do the themes derived from older adult participants provide insight to a theory of change process for engaging older adults in community action plan development in middle income, suburban Southern New Jersey communities? Older adults from three suburban communities were surveyed (n = 64) and interviewed (n = 14).
Results
Three variables, functional mobility (WHODAS-score; B= -0.266, 95% CI [-.470, − .062]), availability of healthcare services (B = 8.20, 95%CI [1.46, 14.93]), and availability of information to events, services and programs (B = 8.905, 95% CI[1.59, 16.23]) were significantly associated (p < .05) with the dependent variable satisfaction with participation. Three overarching domains emerged from the qualitative findings: basic and home living needs, options for participation matching one’s level of ability, interest, and values, and invitation and knowing where to find information about programs, services, or events. The theory of change articulates that older adults are empowered to participate in their community when there is support for Basic, Social, and Growth needs.
Conclusion
The results were discussed at a stakeholder meeting. Steps to embed a theory of change into action planning were reviewed. Stakeholders identified four processes required to induce person-centered community action planning: leveled engagement, communication, enfranchisement and champions, and social/cultural capital. Planning teams now have translational tools to create customizable, theory-driven, and evidence-based strategies to engage diverse older adults.
Comparative Evaluation of Transformer-Based Nepali Language Models
Authors: Tamrakar Suyogya Ratna , Silpasuwanchai Chaklam 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Large pre-trained transformer models using self-supervised learning have achieved state-of-the-art performances in various NLP tasks. However, for low-resource language like Nepali, pre-training of monolingual models remains a problem due to lack of training data and well-designed and balanced benchmark datasets. Furthermore, several multilingual pre-trained models such as mBERT and XLM-RoBERTa have been released, but their performance remains unknown for Nepali language. We compared Nepali monolingual pre-trained transformer models with multilingual models to determine their performance using a Nepali text classification dataset as a downstream task based on different number of classes and data sizes, taking machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) algorithms as baselines. Under-representation of Nepali language in mBERT resulted in overall poor performance, but, XLM-RoBERTa, which has a larger vocabulary size, produced state-of-the-art performance which is relatively similar to that of Nepali DistilBERT and DeBERTa, which outperformed all of the baseline algorithms. Bi-LSTM and SVM from the baselines also performed very well in variety of settings. Moreover, to assess the cross-language knowledge transfer for the cases when mono-lingual models are not available, we also evaluated HindiRoBERTa, a monolingual Indian language model on Nepali text dataset. This research mainly contributes to the Nepali NLP community by creation of news classification dataset with 20 classes, with over 200,000 articles and performance evaluation of various pre-trained monolingual Nepali transformers with multilingual transformers, DL and ML algorithms.
Avian influenza A (H5N6) virus combined with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy treated with veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a case report
Authors: Zhang Juan , Xie Hong , Zhang Lian , xiao Xiao , He Jian-Qing , Wang mao-juan 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Background: Avian influenza A H5N6 is considered to be extremely lethal, and when combined with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy （HOCM）, difficulty of treatment and risk of death are highly increased. In case report described the treatment of a patient with H5N6 combined with HOCM, in which lessons learned regarding treatment failure were discussed. The information provided by this report may provide a reference for treatment. Thus far, no cases of H5N6 combined with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy have been reported in literature.
Case Presentation: A 56-year-old male diagnosed with Avian influenza A H5N6 combined with HOCM who was treated with veno‑venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation（VV-ECMO ）for thirty-two days presented to hospital. Oseltamivir, immunoglobulin, methylprednisolone and continuous renal replacement therapy were also given; however, the patient unfortunately died given H5N6’s high pathogenicity.
Conclusions: Avian influenza A (H5N6) has a high fatality rate. Multiple organ failure can lead to the death of patients in a short period of time, and HOCM is prone to diastolic dysfunction and arrhythmia. According to its pathophysiological characteristics, an appropriate preload should be maintained, though it is not conducive in reducing pulmonary exudation. Therefore, H5N6 combined with HOCM can increase the difficulty of volume management. Accordingly, prompt treatment, early antiviral therapy, strong organ support, and enhanced infection control may improve patient outcomes. In particular, attention should be given to the possibility of secondary bacterial and fungal infections after influenza.
Impact of fermented cow milk versus soy milk supplemented with water- soluble curcumin on inhibition of Ehrlich ascites carcinoma in female Swiss mice
Authors: Abdelrazik Tay Elsayed , Badr Abeer , Elshaghabee Fouad M. F. 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Background
Fermented dietary products have been found to increase anti-carcinogenic activity and modulate immunological and physiological functions. This study assessed the preventive effect of fermented cow and soy milk supplemented with water-soluble curcumin against Ehrlich ascites tumor.
Methods
Both types of milk were prepared in the presence of Lactobacillus plantarum EMCC 1027. Ninety-five grams of basal diet mixed with 5g of either fermented cow or soy milk and supplemented with 150 mg of soluble curcumin. Induction of Ehrlich tumor-bearing mice synergized with the feeding of a prepared special diet for 20 days.
Results
Both fermented cow and soy milk increased the survival rate to 117% while the supplementation with curcumin improved the survival rate to 150% combined with soy milk. The decreased concentration of glutathione and superoxide dismutase in Ehrlich tumor-bearing was markedly increased after feeding by any kind of a special diet. In Ehrlich tumor-bearing mice, fermented soy milk plus curcumin showed the highest reduction levels of the augmented levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α or interleukin-6. The relative gene expression TNF-α was significantly (P < 0.05) down-regulated in all treated Ehrlich tumor-bearing while fermented soy milk plus curcumin demonstrated the highest reduced levels. Fermented cow and soy milk with or without curcumin significantly (P < 0.05) caused a rise in the viable count of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria.
Conclusions
Collectively, the dietary feeding with fermented cow or soy milk displayed beneficially protective effects, and the best results were recorded in combination with soluble curcumin.