Τετάρτη 5 Φεβρουαρίου 2020

Medicine by Alexandros G. Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos 72100 Crete Greece,00302841026182,00306932607174,alsfakia@gmail.com, Telephone consultation 11855 int 1193,


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MDPI Journals
 Multimodal Technologies and InteractionMTI, Vol. 4, Pages 3: Effect of Body Representation Level of an Avatar on Quality of AR-Based Remote InstructionMTI, Vol. 4, Pages 3: Effect of Body Representation Level of an Avatar on Quality of AR-Based Remote Instruction Multimodal Technologies and Interaction doi: 10.3390/mti4010003 Authors: Tzu-Yang Wang Yuji Sato Mai Otsuki Hideaki Kuzuoka Yusuke Suzuki In manufacturing, augmented reality (AR)-based remote instruction systems, which enableworkers to...
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MDPI Journals
 International Journal of Environmental Research and Public HealthIJERPH, Vol. 17, Pages 987: Setting Priorities to Inform Assessment of Care Homes' Readiness to Participate in Healthcare Innovation: A Systematic Mapping Review and Consensus ProcessIJERPH, Vol. 17, Pages 987: Setting Priorities to Inform Assessment of Care Homes' Readiness to Participate in Healthcare Innovation: A Systematic Mapping Review and Consensus Process International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health doi:...
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MDPI Journals
 AntibioticsAntibiotics, Vol. 9, Pages 62: In Vitro Susceptibility to Ceftazidime/Avibactam and Comparators in Clinical Isolates of Enterobacterales from Five Latin American CountriesAntibiotics, Vol. 9, Pages 62: In Vitro Susceptibility to Ceftazidime/Avibactam and Comparators in Clinical Isolates of Enterobacterales from Five Latin American Countries Antibiotics doi: 10.3390/antibiotics9020062 Authors: Tobias Manuel Appel María Fernanda Mojica Elsa De La Cadena Christian José Pallares Marcela A....
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European Journal of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics
Development and Validation of a New LC–MS/MS Analytical Method for Direct-Acting Antivirals and Its Application in End-Stage Renal Disease PatientsAbstractBackground and ObjectiveThe effectiveness of direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) is not well established in end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients. Assessment of the plasma concentrations may support understanding of their therapeutic outcomes in this population. The aim of this study is to develop a direct, yet matrix-effect tolerant, analytical...
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CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology
Regarding "PET/CT Imaging Characteristics After Radioembolization of Hepatic Metastasis from Breast Cancer"Lithotripsy-Facilitated Transfemoral Access for Transcatheter Aortic Valve ReplacementPredicting the Fibroid-Migratory Impact of UAE: Role of Pre-embolization MRI CharacteristicsAbstractAimTo investigate potential factors on MR imaging that could be used to predict migration of uterine fibroids post-UAE.Methods and MaterialsWe retrospectively reviewed patients referred for UAE having pre-procedural...
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09:32
Virology
Prion protein PrP nucleic acid binding and mobilization implicates retroelements as the replicative component of transmissible spongiform encephalopathyAbstractThe existence of more than 30 strains of transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) and the paucity of infectivity of purified PrPSc, as well as considerations of PrP structure, are inconsistent with the protein-only (prion) theory of TSE. Nucleic acid is a strong contender as a second component. We juxtapose two key findings: (i) PrP is...
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09:31
American Journal of Otolaryngology
select article Disposable chlorine dioxide wipes for high-level disinfection in the ENT department: A systematic reviewReview articleAbstract onlyDisposable chlorine dioxide wipes for high-level disinfection in the ENT department: A systematic reviewMargherita Tofanelli, Vincenzo Capriotti, Carmelo Saraniti, Alberto Vito Marcuzzo, ... Giancarlo TirelliIn Press, Journal Pre-proof, Available online 4 February 2020Purchase PDFArticle previewAbstractAbstractBackgroundNasopharyngoscope reprocessing methods...
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Attention, Perception, & Psychophysics
Correction to: Desirable and undesirable difficulties: Influences of variability, training schedule, and aptitude on nonnative phonetic learningDue to a production error, some IPA symbols were not included. The original article has been corrected.The attractiveness of salient distractors to reaching movements is task dependentAbstractPrevious studies in visual attention and oculomotor research showed that a physically salient distractor does not always capture attention or the eyes. Under certain...
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09:27
Indian Spine Journal
Ethical issues while reporting in scientific journalsManish Chadha, Anil K JainIndian Spine Journal 2020 3(1):1-3Fundamentals of minimally invasive spine surgeryLouis Chang, Sertac Kirnaz, Juan Del Castillo-Calcaneo, Ibrahim Hussain, Roger HärtlIndian Spine Journal 2020 3(1):4-10Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) is a set of techniques and procedures that aims to minimize local tissue damage while achieving the same goals of traditional open surgery. In this article, we will provide a brief...
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09:27
Strahlentherapie und Onkologie
Diffusion-weighted imaging as a follow-up modality for evaluation of major salivary gland function in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients: a preliminary studyAbstractPurposeTo investigate the value of diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) in assessing dynamic changes of major salivary gland function during follow-up post radiotherapy (RT) in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) patients.Materials and methods31 consecutive patients with pathologically confirmed NPC scheduled for RT underwent six routine follow-up...
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09:26
Microscopy and Ultrastructure
Granular cell tumor of thyroid: Challenging pitfalls and mimickers in diagnosisMurouj Almaghrabi, Hatim Almaghrabi, Haneen Al-MaghrabiJournal of Microscopy and Ultrastructure 2020 8(1):1-6Mesenchymal tumors of the thyroid are extremely rare. Only few isolated cases of primary thyroid granular cell tumor (GrCT) have been reported. The anatomic location of this lesion plays an important role in the differential diagnosis. It is well-known that GrCT commonly involves the head-and-neck region, lower...
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09:25
The Egyptian Society of Nephrology and Transplantation ESNT Hemodialysis Guidelines 2019
Advanced SearchUsers Online: 165Home About us Editorial board Ahead of print Current issue Search Archives Submit article Instructions Subscribe Contacts Login Click here to view optimized website for mobile devices GUIDELINESYear : 2020 | Volume : 20 | Issue : 1 | Page : 1-90The Egyptian Society of Nephrology and Transplantation ESNT Hemodialysis Guidelines 2019Date of Web Publication 5-Feb-2020 Correspondence Address:Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None CheckDOI:...
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09:24
Dermatology and Therapy
Correction to: Pathogenesis, Clinical Signs and Treatment Recommendations in Brittle Nails: A ReviewUnfortunately, the co-author name was incorrectly published as "Jose L. López-Esterbaranz" instead of 'Jose L. López-Estebaranz" in the original article. The correct version of author name is updated here.The original article has been corrected.Pathogenesis, Clinical Signs and Treatment Recommendations in Brittle Nails: A ReviewAbstractNail plate brittleness (or fragility) is a common complaint affecting...
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09:23
Glycoconjugate Journal
Separation and preparation of N -glycans based on ammonia-catalyzed release methodAbstractThe study of carbohydrates requires large amounts of glycans. N-Glycans can be synthesized but generating large quantities of N-glycans with diverse structures remains difficult. In this study, we aimed to obtain large amounts of glycans using an optimized procedure. Two types of reductive N-glycans were released from chicken egg albumin (ovalbumin) and soy protein using an ammonia catalysis method and labeled...
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09:22
Psychological Research
Electrophysiological examination of response-related interference while dual-tasking: is it motoric or attentional?AbstractThe possibility that interference between motor responses contributes to dual-task costs has long been neglected, yet is supported by several recent studies. There are two competing hypotheses regarding this response-related interference. The motor-bottleneck hypothesis asserts that the motor stage of Task 1 triggers a refractory period that delays the motor stage of Task 2....
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09:22
Drugs & Aging
Risk of Cataract Surgery and Age-Related Macular Degeneration After Initiation of Denosumab vs Zoledronic Acid for Osteoporosis: A Multi-Database Cohort StudyAbstractBackground and ObjectiveThere is a relative lack of head-to-head comparisons of denosumab against other osteoporosis drugs on safety. We aimed to explore ocular outcomes in patients with osteoporosis initiating denosumab vs zoledronic acid.MethodsWe conducted a cohort study using claims data (2010–15) from two large US commercial insurance...
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09:21
Current Medical Research and Practice
The role of transcranial magnetic stimulation in acute Bell's palsyNoha Abo El Fetoh, Nihal A Fathi, Rania M Gamal Eldein, Marian S ShehettaJournal of Current Medical Research and Practice 2020 5(1):1-6This review discusses the reported data in studies using transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in acute Bell's palsy (BP). These studies displayed the role of TMS in confirming the diagnosis and providing prognostic information about outcome of acute unilateral BP. In summary, two TMS roles have...
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09:21
Quality of Life Research
Oral health-related quality of life of patients after heart transplantation and those with heart failure is associated with general health-related quality of life: a cross-sectional studyAbstractPurposeThe aim of this cross-sectional study was to examine the oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in patients after heart transplantation (HTx) and those with heart failure (HF).MethodsIn total, 186 participants (HTx: 104, HF: 82) were recruited from the University Department for Cardiac Surgery,...
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09:20
EMC - Otorinolaringoiatria
Cavità orale, ghiandole salivari: tumori benigni e maligni delle labbraPublication date: March 2020Source: EMC - Otorinolaringoiatria, Volume 19, Issue 1Author(s): C. Beauvillain de Montreuil, M.-H. Tessier, J. Billet, avec la collaboration d'A. JourdainRiassuntoI tumori delle labbra sono facilmente accessibili alla vista e devono essere rilevati in anticipo. Questi tumori si sviluppano a spese della pelle, delle mucose o del vermiglio. Perciò, si trovano tumori cutanei sviluppati a partire dalla...
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09:20
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
Finesse in Caucasian Endonasal RhinoplastyThe nasal anatomy of Caucasian people includes thin skin, limited soft tissue volume, a high dorsum, strong cartilaginous framework, and narrow elliptical nasal inlets. A smooth dorsal contour, a well-defined tip, a naturally soft-feeling tip, and a functionally patent nasal valve constitute key objectives for Caucasian rhinoplasty. The author's focus on minimal-impact surgery has resulted in multiple novel techniques, embedded in a coherent algorithmic concept...
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09:19
Mindfulness
Nonattachment Predicts Empathy, Rejection Sensitivity, and Symptom Reduction After a Mindfulness-Based Intervention Among Young Adults with a History of Childhood MaltreatmentAbstractObjectivesIndividuals with a childhood maltreatment history tend to have various psychological symptoms and impaired social functioning. This study aimed to investigate the related therapeutic effects of a mindfulness-based intervention in this population.MethodsWe analyzed self-report questionnaire scores of the Mindful...
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09:13
Anesthesia & Analgesia
Ambulatory Anesthesia, An Issue of Anesthesiology Clinics, Volume 37, Number 2No abstract availableUse of a Novel Electronic Maternal Surveillance System and the Maternal Early Warning Criteria to Detect Severe Postpartum HemorrhageBACKGROUND: A leading cause of preventable maternal death is related to delayed response to clinical warning signs. Electronic surveillance systems may improve detection of maternal morbidity with automated notifications. This retrospective observational study evaluates...
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09:13
Rheumatology Reports
Pneumocystis jirovecii Pneumonia and Other Infections in Idiopathic Inflammatory MyositisAbstractPurpose of ReviewThe management of patients with idiopathic inflammatory myositis (IIM) can be complex and challenging due to the myriad of complications they can experience. The continued use of corticosteroids, in addition to the rise of combination immunosuppressive therapy, has contributed to the ongoing concern for infection. Perhaps the most feared infection in IIM patients is Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia...
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09:12
Anesthesiology
Point-of-Care diagnostics of coagulation in the management of bleeding and transfusion in trauma patientsPurpose of review Trauma-associated bleeding and coagulopathy require timely identification, prevention, and effective treatment. The present review summarizes the recent literature around point-of-care (POC) coagulation tests, their usefulness in the management of trauma-induced coagulopathy (TIC), their impact on trauma patient outcomes, and the requirement of quality assurance. Recent findings...
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09:12
Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology
MicroRNA-126 upregulation, induced by training, plays a role in controlling microcirculation in dexamethasone treated ratsPublication date: 5 April 2020Source: Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology, Volume 505Author(s): Naiara A. Herrera, Francine Duchatsch, Lidieli P. Tardelli, Thiago J. Dionísio, Andre L. Shinohara, Carlos F. Santos, Sandra Lia AmaralAbstractMicrocirculation maintenance is associated with microRNAs. Nevertheless, the role of microRNAs induced by training in preventing dexamethasone...
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09:11
Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery
The impact of diabetes in head and neck cancerPurpose of review A strong association between diabetes mellitus and carcinogenesis has been reported in different organs. The purpose of this review is to summarize the new evidences in relation to diabetes mellitus and its association with the development, prognosis, and therapeutic strategies of head and neck squamous cell carcinomas (HNSCC). Recent findings Recent publications suggest that glycemic metabolism is altered in HNSCC. Elevated blood glucose...
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09:10
Lipidology
Are dietary fish oil supplements appropriate for dyslipidemia management? A review of the evidencePurpose of review The purpose of this review is to assess if dietary fish oil supplements are appropriate for patients with elevated triglycerides and cardiovascular risk based on a critical analysis of their composition, quality, and regulatory oversight. Recent findings Approximately 19 million people in the United States take fish oil supplements, many for the purpose of treating or preventing heart...
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09:09
Current Opinion in Critical Care
Anticoagulation reversal for intracranial hemorrhage in the era of the direct oral anticoagulantsPurpose of review This review focuses on recent relevant literature that examines the reversal of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) in patients with intracranial hemorrhage (ICH). The aim of this review is to provide an insightful description of available reversal agents and their clinical utility. Recent findings Increases in prescribing of DOACs has led to the introduction of drug-specific reversal...
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09:08
Allergy and Clinical Immunology
Baseline sputum eosinophil+neutrophil subgroups' clinical characteristics and longitudinal trajectories for NHLBI Severe Asthma Research Program (SARP 3) CohortPublication date: Available online 5 February 2020Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyAuthor(s): A.T. Hastie, D.T. Mauger, L.C. Denlinger, A. Coverstone, M. Castro, S. Erzurum, N. Jarjour, B.D. Levy, D.A. Meyers, W.C. Moore, B. Phillips, S.E. Wenzel, J.V. Fahy, E. Israel, E.R. Bleecker, NHLBI SARP 3 InvestigatorsOptimal Identification...
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09:08
Advances in Nursing Science
From the EditorNo abstract availableReducing 30-Day Readmissions Through Nursing Science: An Application of Transitions Theory With Best Practice GuidelinesThe Transition Management Model was developed by and for nurse care coordinators at an Independent Health Network to reduce Medicare and Medicaid 30-day readmission rates. Preimplementation assessment revealed the need for a nursing science framework to effectively reduce 30-day readmissions. The model was developed through thoughtful integration...
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08:57
Topics in Language Disorders
From the Editors: Considering Principles of Learning in the Treatment of Acquired Communication DisordersNo abstract availableConsidering Principles of Learning in the Treatment of Acquired Communication DisordersNo abstract availableIdentification of Key Therapy Ingredients for SLPs Serving on Multidisciplinary Teams Facilitating Return to Learn for Students With Prolonged Cognitive Effects After Concussion: A Retrospective Case Series AnalysisPurpose: This retrospective case series utilized clinical...
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08:56
Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Preadmission Exposure to Air Pollution and 90-Day Mortality in Critically ill Patients: A Retrospective StudyObjective: We investigated the association between preadmission exposure to air pollutants and 90-day mortality in critically ill patients. Methods: This retrospective cohort study analyzed the medical records of adult patients (more than or equal to 18 years) admitted to the intensive care unit of a tertiary academic hospital from 2015 to 2016. Results: Four air pollutants were not significantly...
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08:56
Chinese Medical Journal
Impact of hepatitis C virus genotype 3 on liver disease progression in a Chinese national cohortBackground: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotype 3, particularly subtype 3b, is increasing in prevalence and distribution in China. This study evaluated the prevalence, regional distribution, clinical characteristics, host factors, treatment outcomes, and disease progression of patients with HCV genotype 3 in China. Methods: A 5-year follow-up was preceded by a cross-sectional study. Treatment choices were...
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08:55
Oncology Times
Patients Still in Quandary Regarding Treatment for Localized Prostate CancerNo abstract availableDisparities Among Cancer Patients Seen in Gaps in Clinical Trial ParticipationNo abstract availableA Possible Vaccine for Acute Myeloid Leukemia?No abstract availableThe Paradox of EmpathyNo abstract availableMitochondria Take the Stage for Cancer TherapyNo abstract availableAn Assortment of Journal Abstracts to Enhance Oncology CareNo abstract availableNew Data Reports Largest Ever 1-Year Drop in U.S....
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08:55
Cardiovascular Pharmacology
Inhibition of Endothelial Dysfunction by Dietary Flavonoids and Preventive Effects Against Cardiovascular DiseaseAbstract: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), such as stroke, ischemic heart disease, and heart failure, accounts for many deaths, and its increasing incidence is a worldwide concern. Accumulating evidence suggests that the elevated risk of CVD caused by dysfunction of vascular endothelial cells and resultant arteriosclerosis can be mitigated by increased consumption of fruits and vegetables....
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08:55
Cardiology in Review
George Reed, MD: Cardiac Surgical Pioneer and VisionaryNo abstract availableVulnerable Plaque: A Review of Current Concepts in Pathophysiology and ImagingAdvances in our understanding of the natural history and biology of atherosclerotic vascular disease led to the concept of a vulnerable plaque (VP), which is predisposed toward more rapid progression and acute coronary events. With newer technologies, we now have at our disposal high-quality imaging studies, both invasive and noninvasive, which...
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08:54
Abnormal Fetal Lie, Presentation, and Position
Abnormal Fetal Lie, Presentation, and Position
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08:53
Food Security
Plant Pathogens which Threaten Food Security: Viruses of Chickpea and Other Cool Season Legumes in West Asia and North AfricaAbstractWest Asia and North Africa (WANA) and the Indian sub-continent are regions of major production of chickpea, faba bean and lentil, where these crops represent a major source of protein in the diet of the population. These crops are attacked by a large number of viruses, the most economically important among them being which cause stunting and yellowing symptoms together...
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08:52
Digestive Diseases and Sciences
Sharpening the Focus: Acupuncture Interrupts the Brain–Gut Vicious Cycle Underlying Functional DyspepsiaThe Emerging Epidemic of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Cardiovascular Risk: True, True, and Related?Inverted Yield Curve: The Alarming Rising Incidence of CRC in Young PeopleA Holistic Approach to Diagnosing and Treating DysphagiaAbstractWe report a 39-year-old Native American female with an almost 20-year history of dysphagia that had increased in the 6 months prior to the initial evaluation....
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08:51
Applied Research in Quality of Life
Carol Graham – Annotated Biography for ARQOLAge Effects of Frames of Reference in Self-Reports of Health, Well-Being, Fatigue and PainAbstractSelf-reports of health and well-being are central for population monitoring, so it is paramount that they are measured accurately. The goal of this study was to examine the impact of age on the use of the comparison standards or frames of reference (FoRs) in self-reports of health, life-satisfaction, fatigue, and pain, and to determine if the age-health outcome...
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08:51
Mammalian Evolution
New Specimens of the Late Cretaceous Metatherian Eodelphis and the Evolution of Hard-Object Feeding in the StagodontidaeAbstractThe Stagodontidae include the largest metatherians known from the Cretaceous of North America. Of the recognized species of the stagodontid genus Eodelphis, E. cutleri is larger and has a more robust dentary, more inflated premolars, and third premolars specialized for crushing, as opposed to the more gracile E. browni. These differences have led to the hypothesis that an E....
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08:50
Clinical Rheumatology
Integrity of clinical research conduct, reporting, publishing, and post-publication promotion in rheumatologyAbstractThe number of rheumatology journals, and papers related to this specialty, is expanding every day. Careful consideration for ethical aspects of such published work is mandatory for authors, readers, reviewers, editors, and all stakeholders. Recent instances of lack of appropriate research ethics committee overview, or participant consent for inclusion in the research study, or a case...
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08:48
Automated Reasoning
Blocking and Other Enhancements for Bottom-Up Model Generation MethodsAbstractModel generation is a problem complementary to theorem proving and is important for fault analysis and debugging of formal specifications of security protocols, programs and terminological definitions, for example. This paper discusses several ways of enhancing the paradigm of bottom-up model generation, with the two main contributions being a new range-restriction transformation and generalized blocking techniques. The...
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08:48
Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry
Coomassie Brilliant Blue Can Visualize a Protein Band Without Destaining: A Quick Visualization Protocol on the Agarose GelSignificance of Vitamin D Binding Protein in Assessing Vitamin D Status Among Under-Five ChildrenAbstractDespite ample sunshine, 50–90% Indian children have Vitamin D deficiency (VDD). This enigma of widespread VDD needs exploration especially among under-fives as physiological variations in Vitamin D Binding Protein (VDBP) levels could be potential confounders in the interpretation...
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08:47
Molecular Modeling
Theoretical study on the gas-phase reaction mechanism of ammonia with nitrous oxideAbstractApplications of nitrous oxide (N2O) as an oxidant in green propellants and propulsion systems have attracted a lot of attention. In this study, the reaction pathways for the oxidation of ammonia (NH3) with N2O were studied using the B3LYP/6-31++G** method of density functional theory (DFT). The results reveal that the reaction between N2O and NH3 proceeds through a chain reaction mechanism. N2O reacts with...
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08:46
JBJS
What's New in Adult Reconstructive Knee SurgeryNo abstract availableEffects of Virtual Exercise Rehabilitation In-Home Therapy Compared with Traditional Care After Total Knee Arthroplasty: VERITAS, a Randomized Controlled TrialBackground: Financial burden for patients, providers, and payers can reduce access to physical therapy (PT) after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The purpose of the present study was to examine the effect of a virtual PT program on health-care costs and clinical outcomes as...
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08:46
American Journal of Gastroenterology
Patients in Whom to Consider Genetic Evaluation and Testing for Hereditary Colorectal Cancer SyndromesNo abstract availableChoosing a Prokinetic for Your Patient Beyond MetoclopramideNo abstract availableElectronic Alerts as a Simple Method for Amplifying the Yield of Hepatitis C Virus Infection Screening and DiagnosisNo abstract availableEsophagitis in Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma Treatment Caused by PembrolizumabNo abstract availablePrimary Rectal Mucinous Cystic NeoplasmNo abstract availableEndoscopic...
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08:45
Cognitive Computation
Attribute Normalization Approaches to Group Decision-making and Application to Software Reliability AssessmentAbstractA group decision-making (GDM) process is a social cognition process, which is a sub-topic of cognitive computation. The normalization of attribute values plays an important role in multi-attribute decision-making (MADM) and GDM problems. However, this research finds that the existing normalization methods are not always reasonable for GDM problems. To solve the problem of attribute...
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08:44
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Use of Micro-focused Ultrasound for Skin Tightening of Mid and Lower FaceBackground: The changes in the mid face and lower face are among the most prominent features of the aging process. Intense focused ultrasound, known as the Ulthera System (Ulthera Inc., Mesa, AZ, USA), was designed to correct this process. It employs micro-focused ultrasound to cause discrete focal heating of the dermis and stimulates neocollagenesis and elastin remodeling. Methods: This study enrolled 50 adult patients of Indian...
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08:44
Γεια
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08:21
Contemporary Psychotherapy
Psychotherapeutic Treatment of Depressive Symptoms in Patients with Narcissistic Disturbances: A ReviewAbstractThis review sought to outline the common complicating and facilitating factors during treatment of depressive symptoms in patients with narcissistic pathology, including various specific treatment approaches. A systematic literature search was performed to identify literature describing the co-occurrence of depressive symptoms and narcissistic pathology along with psychotherapeutic considerations...
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Wed Feb 05, 2020 09:31
Medicine by Alexandros G. Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos 72100 Crete Greece,00302841026182,00306932607174,alsfakia@gmail.com, Telephone consultation 11855 int 1193,
Clinical Oncology American Journal of Clinical Oncology - Current IssueCompeting Mortality in Patients With Neuroendocrine Tumors: ErratumNo abstract availableAmerican Journal of Clinical Oncology - Current IssueSat Jan 25, 2020 03:40Sequencing Ipilimumab Immunotherapy Before or After Chemotherapy (Nab-Paclitaxel and Bevacizumab) for the Treatment of BRAFwt (BRAF Wild-Type) Metastatic Malignant Melanoma: Results of a Study of Academic and Community Cancer Research United (ACCRU) RU261206IObjectives:...
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Wed Feb 05, 2020 09:29
Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy
Clinical Cardiovascular Applications of Hyperpolarized Magnetic ResonanceAbstractCurrent cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging techniques provide an exquisite assessment of the structure and function of the heart and great vessels, but their ability to assess the molecular processes that underpin changes in cardiac function in health and disease is limited by inherent insensitivity. Hyperpolarized magnetic resonance is a new technology which overcomes this limitation, generating molecular contrast...
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Wed Feb 05, 2020 09:27
Linguistics and Philosophy
Readings of scalar particles: noch / stillAbstractThe paper develops a uniform compositional analysis of the various readings of the scalar particle still and its German counterpart noch. Noch/still is a presuppositional scalar particle that gives rise to implicatures. Interpretive possibilities arise through different choices for the scale that the particle associates with, different attachment sites in the syntax, and interaction with focus. These interpretive parameters allow for a wide range...
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Wed Feb 05, 2020 09:27
Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing
The effect of rotational degree and routine activity on the risk of collapse in transtrochanteric rotational osteotomy for osteonecrosis of the femoral head—a finite element analysisAbstractTo explore the mechanical mechanism and provide preoperative planning basis for transtrochanteric rotational osteotomy (TRO) procedure, a joint-preserving procedure for osteonecrosis of the femoral head. Eleven TRO finite element femurs with the most common types of necrosis were analyzed under multi-loading conditions....
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Wed Feb 05, 2020 09:26
Philosophy and Education
On Swimming and Sweaters. A Response to Vlieghe and Zamojski's Towards an Ontology of TeachingBernstein as an Artful TeacherSophistry in Vygotsky: Contributions to the Rhetorical and Poetic PedagogyAbstractThis work relates L. S. Vygotsky's theory to the rhetorical and poetic pedagogy, which is a set of educational ideas and practices derived from the philosophical-educational tradition initiated by the Sophists. It is verified that the Vygotskyan concepts contribute to broaden the foundations of...
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