The aim of this retrospective study is to investigate the optimal airway management of orthognathic surgery anesthesia for correcting jaw deformity secondary to cleft lip and palate (CLP) by comparing the differences ...
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The aim of this retrospective study is to investigate the optimal airway management of orthognathic surgery anesthesia for correcting jaw deformity secondary to cleft lip and palate (CLP) by comparing the differences between nasal and submandibular intubation. Preoperative (T0), 1 week postoperatively (T1), and 6 months postoperatively (T2) CT scans and vital signs after oral intubation (S0), before reconnection of the submandibular tracheal catheter (S1), and after reconnection (S2) were collected from 54 patients who received nasal intubation (Group I) and submandibular intubation (Group II). The results were evaluated using 3D reconstruction and analysis in Mimics. During the follow-up, all patients demonstrated satisfactory facial shape and stable occlusion and no significant complications were observed. In Group II, maxillary operation duration and blood loss were significantly reduced (P < 0.001), and nasal septum deviation was distinctly improved (P < 0.001). Both groups exhibited increased nasal alar width, but Group I particularly females showed greater changes (P < 0.05). Only 2 patients (6%) in Group II developed hypertrophic scars 6 months postoperatively. This study demonstrates that submandibular intubation anesthesia represents a straightforward, safe and less complicated technique in orthognathic surgery for CLP patients. Nevertheless, this method should be carefully chosen for patients with scar constitution. Level of Evidence IV This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors ***/00266.
Unsupervised anomaly detection of sequential patterns is attractive in various industries. Compared to methods that rely on prior model assumptions, model-free methods are more adaptive to different applications, whil...
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Unsupervised anomaly detection of sequential patterns is attractive in various industries. Compared to methods that rely on prior model assumptions, model-free methods are more adaptive to different applications, while are more challenging. Some popular methods quantify the absolute error between the actual and expected frequencies of a pattern. However, they are insensitive to new patterns. In this paper, we propose a three-way anomaly detection of sequential pattern (3WADSP) method to address this issue. First, we define the error between a pattern's actual frequency relative to the expected one as anomaly metric. The detection performance is effectively improved due to the high sensitivity of the new metric. Second, we construct two trisecting-acting-outcome models for estimating expected frequency, and capturing the symptoms before the occurrence and disappearance of anomalous patterns, respectively. The former provides better interpretability, and the later brings stronger diversity. Finally, we design a smoothing technique by averaging the anomaly degrees of overlapped patterns. The ambiguity caused by the overlapping is eliminated. 3WADSP not only extends the methodology of three-way decisions, but also provides new tools and perspectives for applications such as medical and fault diagnosis.
This study introduces a dynamic power management system for microgrids, utilizing hybrid energy storage systems and variable renewable energy sources. Efficient power allocation is challenging due to the differing res...
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This study introduces a dynamic power management system for microgrids, utilizing hybrid energy storage systems and variable renewable energy sources. Efficient power allocation is challenging due to the differing response times of components such as batteries, electric vehicle batteries, and supercapacitors. To address this challenge and enhance microgrid operations, a dynamic power management system is essential. The contribution of this research is the novel implementation of model predictive control for operating and controlling such microgrids. The novel model predictive control approach is used to manage power electronic components, such as direct current converters and inverters connected to the grid. To assess the microgrid stability under dynamic conditions, five different scenarios are considered for the active power management of microgrids that simulate real-world conditions. The proposed dynamic power management system offers improved stabilization of the direct current bus voltage compared to the conventional sliding mode control method. Variations in the direct current bus voltage are minimal, approximately 4 % of the rated voltage, compared to the 6.1 % variation observed with the traditional sliding mode control method. Simulation results demonstrate the efficiency of the model predictive control-based dynamic power management system in stabilizing the direct current bus voltage, mitigating power fluctuations, regulating the current slope of electric vehicle batteries, and facilitating seamless transitions between standalone and grid-integrated operating modes.
Chiral phosphoramidates characterized by at least a P-N bond without a P-C bond demonstrate a significant applicative value within nucleoside phosphoramidate prodrugs. Despite the availability of methodologies for the...
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Chiral phosphoramidates characterized by at least a P-N bond without a P-C bond demonstrate a significant applicative value within nucleoside phosphoramidate prodrugs. Despite the availability of methodologies for the selective construction of diverse chiral organophosphorus entities, achieving P-stereocenters solely substituted by heteroatoms often relies on diastereomeric synthesis. Here, we present a catalytic enantioselective desymmetrization strategy using an electrophilic phosphorus reagent with three leaving groups as a substrate, enabling a three-phase nucleophilic attack with various alcohols and amines. By generating a broad range of possible substituent combinations around phosphorus atoms, this synthetic strategy may expedite the synthesis and screening of biologically active phosphoramidates.
Purpose Noninvasive biomarkers for renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are vital but scarce. Kidney injury molecule-1 (KIM-1) is a transmembranous glycoprotein that is sensitive and specific to kidney injury. KIM-1 is overexpr...
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Purpose Noninvasive biomarkers for renal cell carcinoma (RCC) are vital but scarce. Kidney injury molecule-1 (KIM-1) is a transmembranous glycoprotein that is sensitive and specific to kidney injury. KIM-1 is overexpressed in RCC, and its ectodomain can be detected in blood and urine. Here, we explored whether KIM-1 is a diagnostic or prognostic indicator in RCC. Methods A comprehensive online literature search was performed in PubMed, Web of science, Embase, Cochrane Library, ClinicalTrails, and Database of major urological or oncological congress. We screened the literature and extracted the data according to the selection criteria. The quality of eligible studies was measured via the Quality Assessment of Diagnostic Accuracy Studies-2 tool and the Newcastle-Ottawa scale. The certainty of the evidence (CoE) was assessed by the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluations (GRADE) score. The sensitivity, specificity, positive likelihood ratio (PLR), negative likelihood ratio (NLR), diagnostic odds ratio (DOR), area under the curve of the summary receiver operating characteristic curve (AUROC), and survival outcomes were subsequently estimated in Stata and MetaDisc. Subgroup analysis, meta-regression, and sensitivity analysis were performed to reveal the source of heterogeneity. Results A total of eight studies were included for further analysis. The pooled sensitivity of KIM-1 for RCC diagnosis was 0.78 (95% CI: 0.69-0.85, I-2 = 84.61%, p < 0.01), and the pooled specificity was 0.79 (95% CI: 0.65-0.89, I-2 = 90.72%, p < 0.01). The AUROC was 0.85 (95% CI: 0.82-0.88). A moderate CoE was indicated by GRADE score. A higher KIM-1 level was associated with worse disease-free survival (HR = 1.76, 95% CI: 1.48-2.09, I-2 = 0.00%, p < 0.001). Study continent, number of study center, and sample type are the potential contributors of heterogeneity. Conclusion Liquid-based KIM-1 is a promising noninvasive biomarker for early RCC detection, surveillance, a
While speciation diversity is widely acknowledged, significant debate exists regarding the universality of hybrid speciation. An 18 year systematic investigation of all Populus taxa on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau result...
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While speciation diversity is widely acknowledged, significant debate exists regarding the universality of hybrid speciation. An 18 year systematic investigation of all Populus taxa on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau resulted in the identification of 23 recorded taxa and 8 newly identified taxa. Morphologically, these taxa can be categorized into three groups, one of which includes 11 taxa with distinct characteristics of P. simonii. Whole-genome resequencing of 150 genotypes across 31 taxa yielded 2.28 million SNPs. Among these, P. ranwuensis, P. baibaensis, P. qingdensis, and P. erlangshanensis were identified as new species. These species, along with six other taxa displaying characteristics of P. simonii, originated through natural hybridization, with P. simonii serving as a common direct ancestral species. The another direct ancestral species of P. yunnanensis and P. trinervis is P. szechuanica, that of P. ranwuensis, P. qingdensis, P. kangdingensis, P. przewalskii, and P. schneideri var. tibetica is P. xiangchengensis, that of P. qamdoensisis is atypical P. curviserrata, and that of P. baibaensis is P. pseudoglauca. Natural hybridization is identified as a dominant driver of species diversification in Populus on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and a critical factor contributing to the disappearance of ancient species in the northern, western, and central regions of the plateau. The universality and evolutionary significance of hybrid speciation appear to have been substantially underestimated.
Ship draft measurement is essential in the maritime freight transport industry, but traditional methods relying on human surveyors are prone to errors. With the rise of deep learning and computer vision, there is sign...
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Ship draft measurement is essential in the maritime freight transport industry, but traditional methods relying on human surveyors are prone to errors. With the rise of deep learning and computer vision, there is significant potential to improve both accuracy and efficiency in this process. This paper presents SDRNet, a novel approach leveraging deep convolutional networks for automated ship draft reading. SDRNet integrates a multi-task vision network, combining a keypoint detection sub-network for draft mark identification and a semantic segmentation sub-network for waterline extraction. Additionally, a scene text recognition network is employed to extract integer values from draft marks. Extensive experiments show that SDRNet achieves performance comparable to human surveyors, offering a promising solution to enhance the accuracy and reliability of ship draft measurement in the maritime industry.
Purpose This study explores the predictive factors for axillary pathological complete response(apCR) during neoadjuvant therapy(NAT) for elderly breast cancer patients to supplement the indications for retaining the a...
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Purpose This study explores the predictive factors for axillary pathological complete response(apCR) during neoadjuvant therapy(NAT) for elderly breast cancer patients to supplement the indications for retaining the axilla. Methods Comprehensive clinical information was gathered from November 2016 to July 2023 from elderly patients with pathology-confirmed invasive breast cancer who underwent NAT and surgery in the Breast Department of sichuan Cancer Hospital. The relationships between clinicopathological characteristics and apCR were investigated via retrospective analysis. Univariate analysis of the clinicopathological parameters and efficacy was performed via the chi-square test or Fisher's exact test, while multivariate analysis was conducted via binary logistic regression. Results This study included 109 elderly patients with breast cancer, with an overall apCR rate of 46.8%. The univariate analysis results showed that the initial clinical lymph nodes negative(cN0) stage, Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2(HER2) positivity and breast pathological complete response(bpCR) were significantly correlated with high apCR rates(all P < 0.05). Multivariate analysis revealed that apCR exhibited a significant association with initial cN0 stage and HER2 positivity. The apCR rate for HER2-positive elderly patients with initial cN0 disease is 100.0%,whereas the lowest apCR rate is observed in HER2-negative and clinical lymph nodes positive(cN+) patients(36.0%). Subgroup analysis revealed a close relationship between molecular subtypes and apCR. Conclusion This study indicates that initial cN0 stage and HER2 positivity can serve as independent predictive factors for apCR after NAT in elderly breast cancer patients. HER2-positive elderly patients with initial cN0 stage can be considered exempt from axillary lymph node dissection(ALND) after standard NAT.
In order to protect the anthocyanins in blueberries during low-temperature storage, TMs/KGM/LAG (TKL) coatings were developed by composite thymol/(3-cyclodextrin ((3-CD) microcapsules (TMs), konjac glucomannan (KGM), ...
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In order to protect the anthocyanins in blueberries during low-temperature storage, TMs/KGM/LAG (TKL) coatings were developed by composite thymol/(3-cyclodextrin ((3-CD) microcapsules (TMs), konjac glucomannan (KGM), and low acyl gellan gum (LAG). The results showed that the TMs prolonged the release of thymol for at least 30 d. The TKL was effective in maintaining the color of blueberry skin by regulating the activities of key enzymes for anthocyanin synthesis and degradation. Among the different treatment groups, TKL60 (thymol concentration of 60 mg/L) was the most effective in protecting anthocyanin. At 42 d of storage, the TKL60 group showed the highest anthocyanin levels of malvidin-3-O-galactoside (718.38 mu g/g), delphinidin-3-O-galactoside (343.75 mu g/g) and cyanidin-3-O-galactoside (40.67 mu g/g). In addition, TKL60 treatment still showed good maintain the qualities of blueberries (weight loss, decay, hardness and TSS). Thus, this study provides a new approach to protect anthocyanin in blueberries after harvest during low-temperature storage.
A cathode-anode bipolar electrochemiluminescence (ECL) strategy on multisite recognition for highly conservative gene motifs is anticipated to anchor the >200 nt-long polynucleotide chain for precise quantification...
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A cathode-anode bipolar electrochemiluminescence (ECL) strategy on multisite recognition for highly conservative gene motifs is anticipated to anchor the >200 nt-long polynucleotide chain for precise quantification. Herein, lncRNA-HOTAIR sequences in the NCBI database, derived from four different species (Homo sapiens, Mus musculus, Pan troglodytes, Canis lupus familiaris), were blasted online to confirm three-segment conservative exon motif texts (abbreviated as motif 1, motif 2 and motif 3), whose complementary gene sequences were artfully designed as capture probe (P1, complementary with motif 1) and signal probes (P2, P3, complementary with motif 2 and motif 3 in a controllable two-base interval). By exploiting the anode potential dominant sulfate radical and reactive oxide radical reaction, a new couple of ECL signals at E-pc of -1.8 V and E-pa of 3.5 V (vs Ag/AgCl) was revealed in hexagonal silver nanocrystal (H-AgNC) coreaction-accelerated graphene oxide/persulfate (GO/S2O82-) system. While the rolling circle amplification for the adjacent sequences of motif 2/motif 3 followed by motif 1 capture on composite film, H-AgNCs and ZnCdSe QDs dual-labeled probe aggregation on the amplified motifs induced a couple of cathode-anode quenched ECL signals. In proportion to the fairly stronger internal standard signal formed by a single H-AgNC-labeled probe, the dual-label quenched ECL signal ratio (Delta I-pc/Delta I-pa) was linearly fitting as Y = 2.34X + 8.32 to reflect lncRNA HOTAIR level with a limit-of-detection (LOD) of 0.01 pg/L. The analysis performance on bipolar ECL behavior was compared upon different anode final potential to objectively assess the impact of anode polarization and the possibility in trace clinical lncRNA assay.
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