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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920745
title: Conjunctival pyogenic granuloma during pregnancy

description: ABSTRACT Pyogenic granuloma is a common benign, vascular lesion of the skin and mucosa. Our case was a 34-year-old woman at 28 weeks of gestation. She presented with a complaint of a growing and occasionally bleeding mass on the left lower eyelid conjunctiva for approximately 3 months. On examination, a red, pedunculated fragile lesion on the medial lower eyelid conjunctiva was observed. Ophthalmologic examination revealed that visual acuity was 20/20 in both eyes. Anterior and posterior segment examination was normal bilaterally. The lesion was excised completely under local anesthesia and sent for pathological examination. Histopathological examination revealed multiple vascular structures with small-diameters in the fibrous stroma. Vessels showed strong CD31 expression in immunohistochemical staining. Kaposi sarcoma was excluded due to negative HHV-8 staining. These findings were diagnostic of pyogenic granuloma. The frequency of pyogenic granuloma increases during pregnancy and surgical excision is important in diagnosis and treatment of these patients. This is the first reported case of conjunctival pyogenic granuloma during pregnancy.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920745.v1
title: Conjunctival pyogenic granuloma during pregnancy

description: ABSTRACT Pyogenic granuloma is a common benign, vascular lesion of the skin and mucosa. Our case was a 34-year-old woman at 28 weeks of gestation. She presented with a complaint of a growing and occasionally bleeding mass on the left lower eyelid conjunctiva for approximately 3 months. On examination, a red, pedunculated fragile lesion on the medial lower eyelid conjunctiva was observed. Ophthalmologic examination revealed that visual acuity was 20/20 in both eyes. Anterior and posterior segment examination was normal bilaterally. The lesion was excised completely under local anesthesia and sent for pathological examination. Histopathological examination revealed multiple vascular structures with small-diameters in the fibrous stroma. Vessels showed strong CD31 expression in immunohistochemical staining. Kaposi sarcoma was excluded due to negative HHV-8 staining. These findings were diagnostic of pyogenic granuloma. The frequency of pyogenic granuloma increases during pregnancy and surgical excision is important in diagnosis and treatment of these patients. This is the first reported case of conjunctival pyogenic granuloma during pregnancy.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920747.v1
title: Gender Differences in Creativity: A Systematic Literature Review

description: Abstract In order to understand trends reported in research carried out about gender differences in creativity, a systematic review of the scientific literature on the electronic databases Scielo, Pepsic, CAPES Periodicals, Academic Search Premier, Academic Search Elite, Redalyc, and MEDLINE Complete was held. The 133 publications analysis showed that the articles were published between 1975 and 2020, most of them of international origin (82.71%). Most studies reported gender differences, with 45.20% in favor of women. Another 23.28% in favor of men, and 31.50%, oscillating according to the content evaluated. There was no consensus on the issue since inconsistent results were found, sometimes indicating the predominance of better results achieved by women, sometimes by men, in the same measures. This finding reinforces the importance that studies of this nature consider the influence of other factors, such as attitudes, motivation, opportunities, and the type of measure used to establish more accurate results.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920747
title: Gender Differences in Creativity: A Systematic Literature Review

description: Abstract In order to understand trends reported in research carried out about gender differences in creativity, a systematic review of the scientific literature on the electronic databases Scielo, Pepsic, CAPES Periodicals, Academic Search Premier, Academic Search Elite, Redalyc, and MEDLINE Complete was held. The 133 publications analysis showed that the articles were published between 1975 and 2020, most of them of international origin (82.71%). Most studies reported gender differences, with 45.20% in favor of women. Another 23.28% in favor of men, and 31.50%, oscillating according to the content evaluated. There was no consensus on the issue since inconsistent results were found, sometimes indicating the predominance of better results achieved by women, sometimes by men, in the same measures. This finding reinforces the importance that studies of this nature consider the influence of other factors, such as attitudes, motivation, opportunities, and the type of measure used to establish more accurate results.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920750
title: Association of Body Composition with Arterial Stiffness in Long-lived People

description: Abstract Background Arterial stiffness, obesity and sarcopenia correlate with each other and with cardiac outcomes in younger adults. However, there is little evidence of the association between body composition and markers of central arteries stiffness in long-lived people. Objective To evaluate the relationship between arterial stiffness and body composition in functionally independent long-lived individuals. Methods This is a cross-sectional analysis of the association between markers of arterial stiffness and body composition among participants in a longitudinal cohort of elderly individuals aged 80 years or older who were functionally independent and lived in the community . Body composition measurements were performed using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) and central circulation parameters (CCP) obtained by a non-invasive oscillometric method through the Mobil-O-Graph 24h PWA Monitor® device. The central parameters evaluated were: pulse wave velocity (PWV), augmentation Index (AIx), pulse pressure amplification index (PPAi) and central pulse pressure (cPP). These were correlated to total lean mass (LM) and appendicular lean mass (aLM), body fat percentage, and Baumgartner’s Index (BI). The level of significance was set at 5% for all tests. Results Data from 124 elderly people with a mean age of 87.1 years (SD ± 4.3 years) were analyzed, with 74.2% of women and 57.3% of white. There was a statistically significant inverse correlation of AIx with LM (r = -0.391, p &lt;0.001), aLM (r = -0.378, p &lt;0.001), and BI (r = -0.258, p = 0.004). Also, cPP had an inversely proportional association with LM (r = -0.268, p = 0.003), aLM (r = -0.288, p = 0.001), and BI (r = -0.265, p = 0.003). When assessing the relationship between fat mass and CCP, a statistically significant direct relationship was observed only between AIx and body fat percentage (r = 0.197, p = 0.029). Conclusion In long-lived people, body fat percentage is directly associated with arterial stiffness and inversely associated with the amount of LM. These findings may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920750.v1
title: Association of Body Composition with Arterial Stiffness in Long-lived People

description: Abstract Background Arterial stiffness, obesity and sarcopenia correlate with each other and with cardiac outcomes in younger adults. However, there is little evidence of the association between body composition and markers of central arteries stiffness in long-lived people. Objective To evaluate the relationship between arterial stiffness and body composition in functionally independent long-lived individuals. Methods This is a cross-sectional analysis of the association between markers of arterial stiffness and body composition among participants in a longitudinal cohort of elderly individuals aged 80 years or older who were functionally independent and lived in the community . Body composition measurements were performed using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) and central circulation parameters (CCP) obtained by a non-invasive oscillometric method through the Mobil-O-Graph 24h PWA Monitor® device. The central parameters evaluated were: pulse wave velocity (PWV), augmentation Index (AIx), pulse pressure amplification index (PPAi) and central pulse pressure (cPP). These were correlated to total lean mass (LM) and appendicular lean mass (aLM), body fat percentage, and Baumgartner’s Index (BI). The level of significance was set at 5% for all tests. Results Data from 124 elderly people with a mean age of 87.1 years (SD ± 4.3 years) were analyzed, with 74.2% of women and 57.3% of white. There was a statistically significant inverse correlation of AIx with LM (r = -0.391, p &lt;0.001), aLM (r = -0.378, p &lt;0.001), and BI (r = -0.258, p = 0.004). Also, cPP had an inversely proportional association with LM (r = -0.268, p = 0.003), aLM (r = -0.288, p = 0.001), and BI (r = -0.265, p = 0.003). When assessing the relationship between fat mass and CCP, a statistically significant direct relationship was observed only between AIx and body fat percentage (r = 0.197, p = 0.029). Conclusion In long-lived people, body fat percentage is directly associated with arterial stiffness and inversely associated with the amount of LM. These findings may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920754
title: Experience of applying cosmetic Etafilcon A contact lens in cases with microcornea

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: Microcornea is a rare condition that frequently resulets in serious cosmetic concerns due to the resultant asymmetrical appearance of the eye, and its cosmetic rehabilitation is possible with the use of colored contact lenses. This paper aims to present our experiences with the use of cosmetic Etafilcon A contact lenses for microcornea. Methods: Eight patients with unilateral microcornea without any systemic involvement were included in this study, and they underwent routine ophthalmological examination, corneal topography, and optical biometry. We applied the cosmetic Etafilcon A contact lens (1-DAY ACUVUE® DEFINE® with Lacreon®) of the same edge color to the patients. The levels of satisfaction in terms of cosmesis and comfort were evaluated with the use of visual analog scales (VAS). Results: In the patients, the corneal diameter asymmetry was acceptably adjusted, and each of the patients reported extreme satisfaction. The mean VAS score was 8.9 ± 1.0 (range: 7-10) for the cosmetic satisfaction rate and 8.4 ± 1.0 (range: 7-10) for the comfort rate. The patients obtained the best-corrected visual acuity without or with additional eye-glasses. None of the patients complained about vision issues under photopic and scotopic conditions. Conclusion: 1-DAY ACUVUE® DEFINE® with Lacreon® lens has promising satisfactory cosmetic outcomes along with visual enhancement in cases of microcornea. This is the first study to report the use of this lens for the cosmetic rehabilitation of patients with microcornea.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920754.v1
title: Experience of applying cosmetic Etafilcon A contact lens in cases with microcornea

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: Microcornea is a rare condition that frequently resulets in serious cosmetic concerns due to the resultant asymmetrical appearance of the eye, and its cosmetic rehabilitation is possible with the use of colored contact lenses. This paper aims to present our experiences with the use of cosmetic Etafilcon A contact lenses for microcornea. Methods: Eight patients with unilateral microcornea without any systemic involvement were included in this study, and they underwent routine ophthalmological examination, corneal topography, and optical biometry. We applied the cosmetic Etafilcon A contact lens (1-DAY ACUVUE® DEFINE® with Lacreon®) of the same edge color to the patients. The levels of satisfaction in terms of cosmesis and comfort were evaluated with the use of visual analog scales (VAS). Results: In the patients, the corneal diameter asymmetry was acceptably adjusted, and each of the patients reported extreme satisfaction. The mean VAS score was 8.9 ± 1.0 (range: 7-10) for the cosmetic satisfaction rate and 8.4 ± 1.0 (range: 7-10) for the comfort rate. The patients obtained the best-corrected visual acuity without or with additional eye-glasses. None of the patients complained about vision issues under photopic and scotopic conditions. Conclusion: 1-DAY ACUVUE® DEFINE® with Lacreon® lens has promising satisfactory cosmetic outcomes along with visual enhancement in cases of microcornea. This is the first study to report the use of this lens for the cosmetic rehabilitation of patients with microcornea.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920757
title: Translation and validation of the Portuguese version of the Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire (KORQ)

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: The purpose of this study is to translate and validate a Portuguese version of the Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire. The Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire is a psychometrically robust and valid instrument used to assess the impact of keratoconus on activity limitations and symptoms. Methods: We performed a translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and validation of the Portuguese version of the Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire. The initial translation of the English version to the Portuguese language was performed by two independent native speaker translators, followed by an interdisciplinary panel evaluation of the translated version. The Portuguese version was then back-translated into English by two independent native speakers, followed by evaluation and comparison with the original English version by the same interdisciplinary panel. For subsequent validation, the translated questionnaire was administered at two different times to a population of 30 subjects, and the results were compared in a concordance analysis. Results: The translation into Portuguese and back-translation were determined to be correct. Thirty participants were enrolled in the study (mean age, 29.23 ± 7.56 years). Nine questions (31%) had almost perfect agreement (questions 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 22, 27, 28, and 29), 15 questions (51.7%) had substantial agreement (questions 1, 2, 6, 7, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, and 26), 4 questions (13.8%) had moderate agreement (questions 10, 11, 19, and 24) and 1 question (3.5%) had reasonable agreement (question 13). High-correlation coefficients were obtained when comparing results of the initial application and second application of this questionnaire to a sample of 30 individuals, which indicated excellent concordance with regard to results, repeatability, and reliability. Conclusions: This translated and validated questionnaire can be applied to a larger population with the intent to assess quality of life in keratoconus patients in the overall Brazilian population as well as in distinct regions of the country.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920757.v1
title: Translation and validation of the Portuguese version of the Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire (KORQ)

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: The purpose of this study is to translate and validate a Portuguese version of the Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire. The Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire is a psychometrically robust and valid instrument used to assess the impact of keratoconus on activity limitations and symptoms. Methods: We performed a translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and validation of the Portuguese version of the Keratoconus Outcomes Research Questionnaire. The initial translation of the English version to the Portuguese language was performed by two independent native speaker translators, followed by an interdisciplinary panel evaluation of the translated version. The Portuguese version was then back-translated into English by two independent native speakers, followed by evaluation and comparison with the original English version by the same interdisciplinary panel. For subsequent validation, the translated questionnaire was administered at two different times to a population of 30 subjects, and the results were compared in a concordance analysis. Results: The translation into Portuguese and back-translation were determined to be correct. Thirty participants were enrolled in the study (mean age, 29.23 ± 7.56 years). Nine questions (31%) had almost perfect agreement (questions 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 22, 27, 28, and 29), 15 questions (51.7%) had substantial agreement (questions 1, 2, 6, 7, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, and 26), 4 questions (13.8%) had moderate agreement (questions 10, 11, 19, and 24) and 1 question (3.5%) had reasonable agreement (question 13). High-correlation coefficients were obtained when comparing results of the initial application and second application of this questionnaire to a sample of 30 individuals, which indicated excellent concordance with regard to results, repeatability, and reliability. Conclusions: This translated and validated questionnaire can be applied to a larger population with the intent to assess quality of life in keratoconus patients in the overall Brazilian population as well as in distinct regions of the country.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920759
title: Combining ability and genetic divergence in the selection of testers regarding grain yield and forage potencial in maize topcrosses

description: ABSTRACT Genetic divergence analysis among testers and progenies and the correlation of genetic distance with combining ability can be an important alternative to select maize progenies regarding grain yield and forage potential since testers suitable to both purposes are rare.The objective of this work was to select testers suitable for the evaluation of grain yield and forage traits is topcrosses with S3 progenies of maize based on the association between genetic divergence, general combining ability and genetic parameters. The experiments were carried out in the 2015/16 and 2016/17crop seasons in Guarapuava-PR. We evaluated 150 topcrosses among 30 S3 progenies and testers five testers (single hybrids AG8025 and P30B39, the elite inbred lines 60.H23.1 and 70.H26.1, and a mixture of inbred lines MLP102), The evaluated traits were plant height, ear height, grain yield, dry mass yield, neutral detergent fiber and acid detergent fiber andforage in situ digestibility. There was not a single suitable tester regarding grain yield and forage traitssimultaneously. The 70.H26.1 tester is the most recommended for grain yield. The 60.H23.1 tester is the most recommended for forage traits. There was not linear correlation between genetic divergence, general combining ability and genetic parameters.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.19920759.v1
title: Combining ability and genetic divergence in the selection of testers regarding grain yield and forage potencial in maize topcrosses

description: ABSTRACT Genetic divergence analysis among testers and progenies and the correlation of genetic distance with combining ability can be an important alternative to select maize progenies regarding grain yield and forage potential since testers suitable to both purposes are rare.The objective of this work was to select testers suitable for the evaluation of grain yield and forage traits is topcrosses with S3 progenies of maize based on the association between genetic divergence, general combining ability and genetic parameters. The experiments were carried out in the 2015/16 and 2016/17crop seasons in Guarapuava-PR. We evaluated 150 topcrosses among 30 S3 progenies and testers five testers (single hybrids AG8025 and P30B39, the elite inbred lines 60.H23.1 and 70.H26.1, and a mixture of inbred lines MLP102), The evaluated traits were plant height, ear height, grain yield, dry mass yield, neutral detergent fiber and acid detergent fiber andforage in situ digestibility. There was not a single suitable tester regarding grain yield and forage traitssimultaneously. The 70.H26.1 tester is the most recommended for grain yield. The 60.H23.1 tester is the most recommended for forage traits. There was not linear correlation between genetic divergence, general combining ability and genetic parameters.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14200194
title: Distorted promotion of undistorted competition? Commission decisions after formal investigations in the EU state aid regime

description: This article aims to explain the Commission's decisions after formal investigations in the EU state aid regime. It proceeds from the idea that the Commission is confronted with an enforcement dilemma: it must weigh the benefits of promoting undistorted competition on the internal market against the potential costs of losing member state support. This study explores to what extent characteristics of state aid cases and characteristics of member states influence this dilemma and thereby the Commission's decisions. Based on multilevel logistic regression analysis of a newly created dataset consisting of all formal investigations initiated and decided on by the Commission between 2004 and 2018, we find that aid that has been granted unlawfully and aid consisting of tax measures is more likely to result in a negative decision. Member states characterized by a larger administrative capacity are less likely to face negative decisions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14200194.v1
title: Distorted promotion of undistorted competition? Commission decisions after formal investigations in the EU state aid regime

description: This article aims to explain the Commission's decisions after formal investigations in the EU state aid regime. It proceeds from the idea that the Commission is confronted with an enforcement dilemma: it must weigh the benefits of promoting undistorted competition on the internal market against the potential costs of losing member state support. This study explores to what extent characteristics of state aid cases and characteristics of member states influence this dilemma and thereby the Commission's decisions. Based on multilevel logistic regression analysis of a newly created dataset consisting of all formal investigations initiated and decided on by the Commission between 2004 and 2018, we find that aid that has been granted unlawfully and aid consisting of tax measures is more likely to result in a negative decision. Member states characterized by a larger administrative capacity are less likely to face negative decisions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14221704.v1
title: Contested comitology? The overlooked importance of the EU Commission

description: Composed of member states representatives, the comitology committees are watchdogs that limit the Commission’s discretion in implementing EU law. Yet, these watchdogs appear very tame, eventually adopting all measures proposed by the Commission. This apparent consensus clashes with the institutional skirmishes that characterize the negotiations over the design of the comitology system and the delegation provisions in daily EU legislation. In this article, we offer a quantitive study of the interaction between the Commission and the comitology committees. Using latent class analysis, we identify two worlds of comitology. Dealing with technically complex, non-salient cases, the first world is characterized by high specialization and hardly any dissenting comitology votes. By contrast, the second world includes politically salient cases, mobilizing high levels of expertise in the Commission and about 35% dissenting comitology votes. In the second part, we zoom in on this second world, studying under which conditions dissenting votes appear.