Multi-Sensor Integration to Map Odor Distribution for the Detection of Chemical Sources.

This paper addresses the problem of mapping odor distribution derived from a chemical source using multi-sensor integration and reasoning system design. Odor localization is the problem of finding the source of an odor or other volatile chemical. Most localization methods require a mobile vehicle to follow an odor plume along its entire path, which is time consuming and may be especially difficult in a cluttered environment.

Do submucous myoma characteristics affect fertility and menstrual outcomes in patients underwent hysteroscopic myomectomy?

Background: Submucous myomas may be associated with menorrhagia, infertility and dysmenorrhea.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the long term effects of submucousal myoma resection on menorrhagia and infertility; also to detect whether the type, size, and location of myoma affect the surgical success.

Materials And Methods: Totally 98 women referred to hysteroscopy for symptomatic submucousal fibroids (menorrhagia (n=51) and infertility (n=47)) between 2005- 2010 were enrolled in this historical cohort study Pregnancy rates and menstrual improvement rates were compared according to myoma characteristics (size, type and location).

Transfusion requirements during cadaveric and living donor pediatric liver transplantation.

Surgical techniques that have been used during liver transplantation (LT) together with patient's coagulation profile and institutional practices are reported to have an effect on transfusion requirements. The aim of this study is to evaluate the transfusion requirement in both cadaveric (CDLT, n = 22) and living donor (LDLT, n = 24) pediatric LT performed in our institution. Balanced general anesthesia was used for all patients.