Measuring volume fractions of a three-phase flow without separation utilizing an approach based on artificial intelligence and capacitive sensors.

Many different kind of fluids in a wide variety of industries exist, such as two-phase and three-phase. Various combinations of them can be expected and gas-oil-water is one of the most common flows. Measuring the volume fraction of phases without separation is vital in many aspects, one of which is financial issues.

Application of frequency characteristic extraction in increasing the accuracy of X-ray based thickness gauges used for aluminum alloys employing GMDH neural network.

Radiation-based gauges have been widely utilized in the industry as a dependable, non-destructive method of measuring metal layer thickness. It is only possible to trust the conventional radiation thickness meter when the material's composition is known in advance. Thickness measurement errors are to be anticipated in contexts like rolled metal factories, where the real component of the material could diverge greatly from the stated composition.

Efficacy of Caudal Epidural Steroid Injections in Chronic Low Backache Patients.

Background: Caudal epidural steroid injections are the popular treatment for patients with chronic low back aches (LBA) and radiculopathy, pain that radiates down the legs. These injections are typically given in the lower back, and their purpose is to reduce inflammation and pain caused by a herniated disc or other issues in the lumbosacral spine. Studies have generally found that caudal epidural steroid injections effectively manage chronic LBP, although they may not provide long-term relief in all cases.

Long-Segment Intradural Extramedullary Teratoma of Dorsolumbar Spinal Cord in an Adolescent: A Rare Tumor with Review of Literature.

Spinal intradural extramedullary teratomas are rare tumors arising from more than one germ cell layers and are more common in children than in older age groups. Teratomas are more commonly seen in intracranial compartment and are extremely rare in the spine. They are difficult to diagnose pre-operatively and the definitive diagnosis is usually done by histopathologic evaluation.

Acoustic Wave Reflection in Water Affects Underwater Wireless Sensor Networks.

The phenomenon of acoustic wave reflection off fluid-solid surfaces is the focus of this research. This research aims to measure the effect of material physical qualities on oblique incidence acoustic attenuation across a large frequency range. To construct the extensive comparison shown in the supporting documentation, reflection coefficient curves were generated by carefully adjusting the porousness and permeability of the poroelastic solid.

Multiple Site Dissimilarities of Herbaceous Species Due to Coal Fly Ash Dumping Based Soil Heavy Metal Toxication.

The present study analyzes the determinants and patterns of the regional, local, and differential plant diversity of two different sites with similar climatic but varied edaphic factors. This research was undertaken to study the plant diversity and population structure as a consequence of variation in the soil quality between two biotopes: Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya in Koni (site-I) and National Thermal Power Corporation in Sipat (site-II). The soil of site-I was found to be fertile and showed rich vegetation.

FOXO3 gene hypermethylation and its marked downregulation in breast cancer cases: A study on female patients.

Background: FOXO3, a member of the FOX transcription factor family, is frequently described as being deregulated in cancer. Additionally, notable role of FOXO3 can be easily recognized in the process of ageing and survival. Even though various studies have been done to acknowledge the tumour-suppressive or oncogenic role of FOXO3 in cancer, still there exist a lack of understanding in terms of cancer prognosis and treatment.

Structural and Functional Characterization of Novel Phosphotyrosine Phosphatase Protein from (Pupal Retina).

A novel pair of protein tyrosine phosphatases in (pupal retina) has been identified. Phosphotyrosyl protein phosphatases (PTPs) are structurally diverse enzymes increasingly recognized as having a fundamental role in cellular processes including effects on metabolism, cell proliferation, and differentiation. This study presents identification of novel sequences of PTPs and their comparative homology modeling from (Dr-PTPs) and complexation with the potent inhibitor HEPES.

The effect of ball versus locator attachment system on the performance of implant supported overdenture: A systematic review.

Objective: This systematic review was aimed to compare ball and locator attachment system on the basis of clinical and biomechanical performance of implant supported overdenture as well as biological and patient related outcomes.

Material And Methods: Open and free electronic and manual searches were performed in digital databases including MEDLINE via PubMed, the Cochrane Database of Clinical Trials, and Scopus along with some other reliable sources. From the 667 retrieved records, 11 full-text controlled trials were included in this study.

The effect of various nanoparticle coating on the frictional resistance at orthodontic wire and bracket interface: A systematic review.

This systematic review was aimed to test the null hypothesis that coating of orthodontic wires with nanoparticles does not affect the frictional properties at bracket--wire interface. Electronic database searches were performed up to September 2020. studies were considered for reviewing process.

A Hybrid Dragonfly Algorithm for Efficiency Optimization of Induction Motors.

Induction motors tend to have better efficiency on rated conditions, but at partial load conditions, when these motors operate on rated flux, they exhibit lower efficiency. In such conditions, when these motors operate for a long duration, a lot of electricity gets consumed by the motors, due to which the computational cost as well as the total running cost of industrial plant increases. Squirrel-cage induction motors are widely used in industries due to their low cost, robustness, easy maintenance, and good power/mass relation all through their life cycle.

Long-Term Survivors of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: A Tertiary Care Centre Experience.

Prognosis of metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) is poor and goal of treatment is mainly palliative unless there is limited metastatic disease which is surgically resectable. Here, we report a case series of long-term survivors treated predominantly with chemotherapy. This is a single-center retrospective analysis of patients of mCRC.

Colorectal Cancers in Low- and Middle-Income Countries-Demographic Pattern and Clinical Profile of 970 Patients Treated at a Tertiary Care Cancer Center in India.

Purpose: Globally, colorectal cancer (CRC) ranks third in terms of incidence and second in terms of mortality. A relatively low burden of CRC has been reported from low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), and there is a paucity of publications related to CRC from LMIC.

Patients And Methods: A computerized comprehensive structured CRC clinical database was developed.

Metastatic colo-rectal cancer: real life experience from an Indian tertiary care center.

Background: No data exist for the long-term outcome of metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) from the Southern part of Asia. The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the survival outcome of mCRC from an Indian tertiary care center. The study also aims to highlight the treatment pattern practiced and the unique clinico-pathologic characteristics.

Low Cost, Low Dose, Oral, Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Protocol in Locally Advanced Borderline Oral Cancers-Feasibility Study.

A vast majority of oral cancer patients in developing countries present in an advanced stage with borderline resectable/inoperable stage to busy resource-constrained tertiary cancer centers. Conventional chemotherapy protocols are associated with issues like toxicity, tolerance, cost, and compliance. The present study was conducted to assess the feasibility of low-cost home-based chemotherapy options.

Prediction of spontaneous eruption of palatally displaced canine based on variables measurements in panoramic radiograph: A systematic review.

Objective: This systematic review was aimed to find out possible predictive variables measured on panoramic radiographs to predict spontaneous eruption of palatally displaced canine (PDC) after interceptive extraction in late mixed dentition.

Materials And Methods: Electronic database searches were performed in MEDLINE, Cochrane's CENTRAL, Scopus, and in other sources up to June 2020. Randomized and nonrandomized controlled trials, and pre-post prospective studies without control groups were considered for review.

Microarray based gene expression profiling of advanced gall bladder cancer.

Background: Gall bladder cancer (GBC) is an aggressive cancer with specific predilection like female gender and specific geographical areas, however the molecular mechanisms and factors contributing to the clinical or biological behavior are not understood.

Aim: The aim of this study was to perform a comprehensive analysis of differentially expressed genes in advanced GBC and chronic cholecystitis (CC) cases.

Materials And Methods: Microarray was planned on fresh specimens of advanced GBC and CC cases using single color cRNA based microarray technique (8X60K format; Agilent Technologies, USA).

"Assessment of Nutritional Status of Rural Children (0-18 years) in Central India Using World Health Organization (WHO) Child Growth Standards 2007".

Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) Child Growth Standards ("WHO Standards") 2007 are the most recent and updated indicators which provide a single international standard that represents the best description of physiological growth for all children.

Objectives: The objective of the study was to estimate the prevalence of malnutrition as per anthropometric indicators, namely underweight, stunting, and wasting among rural children in Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, using the WHO Child Growth Standards.

Materials And Methods: Nutritional assessment of children was conducted in rural areas using standard anthropometric measurements of height and weight.

Variables to predict spontaneous eruption of palatally displaced permanent canine after interceptive extraction of primary canine: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of different diagnostic variables measured on panoramic radiographs (PAN) to predict spontaneous eruption of palatally displaced canine (PDC) after interceptive extraction in late mixed dentition.

Materials And Methods: Digital databases (MEDLINE, CENTRAL (Cochrane), Scopus, clinicaltrials.gov, ISRCTN registry) and hand searches were performed up to March 2020.

Association of mutation and low expression of the gene with breast cancer progression.

Background: encodes 11-zinc finger protein which is implicated in multiple tumors including the carcinoma of the breast. The Present study investigates the association of mutations and their expression in breast cancer cases.

Methods: A total of 155 breast cancer and an equal number of adjacent normal tissue samples from 155 breast cancer patients were examined for mutation(s) by PCR-SSCP and automated DNA sequencing.

Clinical Spectrum, Pattern, and Level-Wise Nodal Involvement Among Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Patients - Audit of 945 Oral Cancer Patient Data.

Oral Squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is a locoregionally aggressive malignancy. Timely management of neck node dissemination, an important prognostic factor, impacts survival. The aim of the current study was to obtain comprehensive data on patterns or level-wise involvement of neck nodes to optimize neck management in OSCC.

Thoracoabdominal Flap: a Simple Flap for Covering Large Post-mastectomy Soft Tissue Defects in Locally Advanced Breast Cancer.

Locally advanced breast cancer (LABC) constitutes 40-50% of breast cancer in developing countries. Large soft tissue defects after mastectomy often require some additional cover. The primary aim of reconstruction in this group should be an expeditious and simple closure with good-quality skin cover, early recovery, and short hospital stay so that the patients can receive early post-operative radio-chemotherapy.