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Sarcoma.A.Multidisciplinary.Approach.[taliem.ir]

Sarcoma A Multidisciplinary Approach to Treatment

It is widely accepted that a multidisciplinary approach is necessary to ensure the optimal care of patients with cancer, a complex disease that frequently requires a combination of treatments (e.g., surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy) to offer patients a chance at long-term survival. However, little has been written on how such multidisciplinary care should best be organized and/or delivered to patients suffering from sarcoma, a rare family of bone and soft tissue cancers. The purpose of this book is to explore the rationale and specifc methods for providing multidisciplinary care for these challenging patients. As with most complex issues, there is no single solution that will ft into every community or organization dealing with this disease. Therefore, we have invited a variety of authors from sarcoma centers and practices in the United States and from around the world, emphasizing best practices that can be translated into local and regional groups seeking to improve access and care delivery for these patients. At its core, a multidisciplinary approach is simply the application and coordination of individuals and/or teams representing different specialties working together and applying their knowledge and skills in their respective felds in order to solve or overcome a challenging problem.
Developmental.Diseases.of.the.Hip.Diagnosis.[taliem.ir]

Introductory Chapter: Five-Dimensional Approach to the Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is not a specifc disorder; it is rather a scale of overlapping and transforming conditions. It ranges from occult dysplasia seen on ultrasound screening of newborns, neonatal hip instability and dislocated hip whether reducible by orthopaedic manipulation or not. The hallmark of DDH is acetabular dysplasia—abnormality in size, shape or orientation of acetabulum. A thoughtful elucidation regarding DDH is that it is ‘a common and preventable cause of childhood disability’ . Complications and consequences of DDH make this time interval much longer, though. The incidence of many faces of DDH is fortunately distributed: it is reported to be as much as 8% for dysplasia, 1–3% for neonatal hip instability and <0.2% for frank dislocation . These epidemiological data are greatly influenced by both diagnostic criteria and diagnostic methods used . They evolve not only due to demographic changes of population, predominantly through migrations and genetic mixing, but also due to changes in nutrition . DDH is not a disease of modern age. It was recognised and described by Hippocrates as a congenital dislocation of the hip. Dysplastic hips and presence of false acetabulum were found in skeletons from medieval times .
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A hybrid model based on rough sets theory and genetic algorithms for stock price forecasting

In the stock market, technical analysis is a useful method for predicting stock prices. Although, professional stock analysts and fund managers usually make subjective judgments, based on objective technical indicators, it is difficult for non-professionals to apply this forecasting technique because there are too many complex technical indicators to be considered. Moreover, two drawbacks have been found in many of the past forecasting models: (1) statistical assumptions about variables are required for time series models, such as the autoregressive moving average model (ARMA) and the autoregressive conditional heteroscedasticity (ARCH), to produce forecasting models of mathematical equations, and these are not easily understood by stock investors; and (2) the rules mined from some artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, such as neural networks (NN), are not easily realized.
A Hybrid Real-Time Scheduling Approach for Large-Scale[taliem.ir]

A Hybrid Real-Time Scheduling Approach for Large-Scale Multicore Platforms

We propose a hybrid approach for scheduling real-time tasks on large-scale multicore platforms with hierarchical shared caches. In this approach, a multicore platform is partitioned into clusters. Tasks are statically assigned to these clusters, and scheduled within each cluster using the preemptive global EDF scheduling algorithm. We show that this hybrid of partitioning and global scheduling performs better on large-scale platforms than either approach alone. We also determine the appropriate cluster size to achieve the best performance possible, given the characteristics of the task set to be supported.
Bedside.Approach.to.Autonomic.Disorders.A.[taliem.ir]

Bedside Approach to Autonomic Disorders

Disorders of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) are often a severe burden to the quality of life of our patients (e.g., orthostatic intolerance, sweating disorders, sexual dysfunction). In some ases, they may be harmful (syncope with falls, heatintolerance, urinary retention) or even life threatening (sudden cardiac death, sympathetic storm, heat shock). Diagnosis of ANS disorders is still underrepresented, despite their common occurrence in clinical practice. This may be attributed at leastin part to a lack of awareness and attention to symptoms of ANS dysfunction. Information on the ANS is rare in many neurological textbooks and often missing during education. This booklet shall help to recognize the presence and distribution of autonomic dysfunctions and provide tips for further management. The clinical investigations of autonomic functions presented here refer to the offce, bedside, or prelaboratory evaluation. It cannot and shall not replace any textbook in this growing, neurological feld.
Grief Reactions[taliem.ir]

Grief Reactions: A Sociocultural Approach

Sociocultural theories consider the role of external agents in the shaping of individuals’ attitudes and behaviors , including their reactions to loss and bereavement. This chapter will use a critical feminist ecological model as its grounding framework and consider how the different systems within which individuals are embedded may influence their grief reactions. These systems may be conceptualized as increasingly distal, concentric levels of influence that are embedded within a certain historical context (Fig. 1.1). The first level of influence, referred to as the microsystem, includes elements in the person’s environment offering immediate, face-to-face interactions and influences including, in particular, the interpersonal environment (family, friends, etc.). The second, more distal level is the exosystem, including the local community at a broader level, as well as public policy. The third level of the model is the macrosystem, including the economic and cultural context, and sociocultural agents such as the media. Each of these levels includes people or groups and organizations that may exert an influence on individuals’ grief reactions.
Dilemma between economic development and energy conservation Energy[taliem.ir]

Dilemma between economic development and energy conservation: Energy rebound effect in China

Promoting technological development to improve energy efficiency has been the primary method of energy conservation in China. However, the existence of energy rebound effect will impose negative effects on the final result of energy saving. In this article, we adopt the Malmquist index approach to estimate the contribution of technological progress to economic growth. We also employ Logarithmic mean weight Divisia index (LMDI) to measure the impact of technological improvement on the energy intensity. Based on the above, we set up a model to estimate the technology-based energy rebound effect in China. The results show that, over 1981e2009, energy rebound effect amounts averagely to 53.2%, implying that China cannot simply rely on technical means to reduce energy consumption and emission. Economic instruments should also be applied as supplements to ensure results of energy conservation and emission reduction
A practical, algorithmic approach to diagnosing hair shaft[taliem.ir]

A practical, algorithmic approach to diagnosing hair shaft disorders

The hair shaft is a unique structure composed of an inner cortex and a protective outer cuticle. Any defects in this normal structure due to genetics or the environment can lead to variations in physical properties. Thus one should suspect a hair shaft disorder if a patient presents with an abnormality or change in hair texture, appearance, manageability or ability to grow hair long. A key feature of the clinical evaluation is to determine whether there is hair breakage (increased fragility) by looking for broken hairs and performing a tug test. Once this determination is made, an algorithmic approach can be used to narrow the differential diagnosis: hair shaft disorders with and without fragility. A hair mount along with other directed questions and examination will almost always allow the clinician to make an in-office diagnosis. Common case scenarios, photographs, and practical tips are provided to illustrate the use of this algorithmic approach in the diagnosis of hair shaft disorders. We have also included a summary of the molecular defects where known, which can be helpful in providing a correlation with clinical findings, in counseling patients, and potentially offering treatment options