scholarly journals Learning from the crowd while mapping to LOINC

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (6) ◽  
pp. 1205-1211 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel J Vreeman ◽  
John Hook ◽  
Brian E Dixon
Keyword(s):  
Community Members ◽  
General Satisfaction ◽  
Community Mapping ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
Automated Methods

Abstract Objective To describe the perspectives of Regenstrief LOINC Mapping Assistant (RELMA) users before and after the deployment of Community Mapping features, characterize the usage of these new features, and analyze the quality of mappings submitted to the community mapping repository. Methods We evaluated Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) community members’ perceptions about new “wisdom of the crowd” information and how they used the new RELMA features. We conducted a pre-launch survey to capture users’ perceptions of the proposed functionality of these new features; monitored how the new features and data available via those features were accessed; conducted a follow-up survey about the use of RELMA with the Community Mapping features; and analyzed community mappings using automated methods to detect potential errors. Results Despite general satisfaction with RELMA, nearly 80% of 155 respondents to our pre-launch survey indicated that having information on how often other users had mapped to a particular LOINC term would be helpful. During the study period, 200 participants logged into the RELMA Community Mapping features an average of 610 times per month and viewed the mapping detail pages a total of 6686 times. Fifty respondents (25%) completed our post-launch survey, and those who accessed the Community Mapping features unanimously indicated that they were useful. Overall, 95.3% of the submitted mappings passed our automated validation checks. Conclusion When information about other institutions’ mappings was made available, study participants who accessed it agreed that it was useful and informed their mapping choices. Our findings suggest that a crowd-sourced repository of mappings is valuable to users who are mapping local terms to LOINC terms.

Prospective Study of Lactose Intolerance as a Potential Cause of Gas Bloat Syndrome in Patients Treated Surgically for Gastroesophageal Reflux

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 160-164
Author(s):  
Francisco Javier Pérez Lara ◽  
Jose Manuel Hernández Gonzalez ◽  
Juan Doblas Fernández ◽  
Elena Corrales Valero ◽  
Herman Oehling de los Reyes
Keyword(s):  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Prospective Study ◽  
Lactose Intolerance ◽  
Intestinal Gas ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Significant Probability ◽  
Study Participants

Introduction. The high incidence of lactose intolerance leads us to consider that many of our patients could suffer from this alteration. Therefore, as its main sign (even when asymptomatic) is increased intestinal gas, patients recovering from a Nissen fundoplication have a significant probability of suffering from gas bloat syndrome. Materials and Methods. This prospective study was conducted from November 2012 to January 2017, we included all the patients who had been treated by the Nissen technique for gastroesophageal reflux disease with gas bloat syndrome detected during follow-up and tested positive for lactose intolerance. The study participants were then prescribed a lactose-poor diet to be followed for 3 months. The patients were asked to complete quality of life and symptomatology questionnaires before and after diet. The pre- and post-diet results were then compared. Results. The pre- and post-diet results showed statistically significant improvements in both questionnaires. Conclusion. Lactose intolerance may account for the symptoms presented by a significant number of patients with gas bloat syndrome following antireflux surgery; these patients could benefit from consuming a lactose-free diet, which we expect to alleviate or, in some cases, eliminate the above symptoms.

Obesity management through Ayurveda - A Case Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dheeraj Kumar Tyagi ◽  
Shivakumar .
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Findings ◽  
Dietary Habit ◽  
Unhealthy Lifestyle ◽  
Lifestyle Management ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Effect Of Treatment ◽  
And Control

Lifestyle disorders are one of the biggest threats for the population living unhealthy lifestyle. Sthoulya (Obesity) is one such disorder which creates lot of physical as well as mental disorder to the sufferer. Due to changing lifestyle, comforts and dietary habit lots of individuals changed their life totally. Obesity is a growing disease in developed and developing countries. Prevalence is drastically hike in past few years. Ayurveda, the science of life with which we can manage and control lots of lifestyle disorders. Focusing on dietary and lifestyle management along with treatment, we can overcome the hazards of obesity which is growing in a uncontrolled manner. The available data is based on the clinical findings only. Aim and objective: To assess the effect of “Guru Cha Atarpanam Chikitsa” in the management of Sthoulya. Setting: Swastharakshana evam Yoga, OPD and IPD, SDMCAH, Hassan. Method: Udwarthana, Parisheka, Shamana Aushadhis, Ahara, and Vihara was followed within the treatment duration and effect of treatment was assessed before and after treatment, advised for follow up. Results: The treatment adopted is effective in the management of Sthoulya and to improve the quality of life.

scholarly journals Maternal and Congenital Toxoplasmosis: Diagnosis and Treatment Recommendations of a French Multidisciplinary Working Group

Pathogens ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 24 ◽  
Author(s):  
François Peyron ◽  
Coralie L’ollivier ◽  
Laurent Mandelbrot ◽  
Martine Wallon ◽  
Renaud Piarroux ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Working Group ◽  
Congenital Toxoplasmosis ◽  
Congenital Infection ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Multidisciplinary Working ◽  
Neurological Alterations ◽  
Multidisciplinary Group ◽  
Toxoplasmosis During Pregnancy

Women infected with toxoplasmosis during pregnancy do not present symptoms in most cases, but the consequences of the congenital infection may be severe for the unborn child. Fetal damage can range from asymptomatic to severe neurological alterations to retinal lesions prone to potential flare up and relapses lifelong. Despite the possible severity of outcome, congenital toxoplasmosis (CT) is a neglected disease. There is no consensus regarding screening during pregnancy, prenatal/postnatal treatment or short or medium term follow-up. Since 1992, France has offered systematic serological testing to non-immune pregnant women, monthly until delivery. Any maternal infection is thus detected; moreover, diagnosis of congenital infection can be made at birth and follow-up can be provided. “Guidelines” drawn up by a multidisciplinary group are presented here, concerning treatment, before and after birth. The recommendations are based on the regular analysis of the literature and the results of the working group. The evaluation of the recommendations takes into account the robustness of the recommendation and the quality of the evidence.

scholarly journals A Comparison Study of Tangible and Intangible Culture as Commercialisation Process of Tourism Village in Yogyakarta

2017 ◽  
pp. 71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucia Asdra Rudwiarti ◽  
Anna Pudianti ◽  
Vincentia Reni Vitasurya
Keyword(s):  
Rural Tourism ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Rural Transformation ◽  
Commercial Activities ◽  
Qualitative Empirical Research ◽  
Physical Transformation ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Tourist Village ◽  
Cultural Functions

The paper is an empirical study examining the tangible and intangible culture of rural tourism with a focus on rural transformation from daily local into commercial behaviour due to presence of tourism activities. It explores the process of commercialization of tangible and intangible culture. The case studies of Brayut and Pentingsari rural tourism village are studied through observation and interviews of physical and non-physical transformation with community members and the rural tourism manager. Both villages are the unique growing tourist village in Yogyakarta, but Brayut has a potential asset of maintained condition  traditional Javanese house in whereas Pentingsari has an attractive natural of green village with the local cultural heritage. The qualitative empirical research study was applied to explore the transformation of cultural meaning by the locals before and after commercialization process. Firstly, the study reviewed the original tangible and intangible culture before transformation. Secondly, changes in cultural functions and meaning are analyzed in the current situation caused by its transforming into commercial activities. By examining the comparison of tangible and intangible culture in the commercializing process is built to understand the relationships between the two and the quality of its transformation.

A Community-Based Evaluation of Brief Guided Mindfulness in the Management of Stress and Difficult Emotions

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Shaya MacDonald ◽  
Susan Korol ◽  
Todd Vassallo ◽  
Cathy MacDougall
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Mindfulness Practice ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Depression Anxiety Stress Scale ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Perceived Quality Of Life ◽  
Before And After

The current study evaluated the effectiveness of a novel three-hour Guided Mindfulness Program on participants’ management of depression, anxiety and stress. The intervention included an educational component emphasizing the psychological value of mindfulness practice combined with a practical training component in mindfulness techniques. The Depression Anxiety Stress Scale was administered at three points in time before and after participation in the program. Additionally, semi-structured interviews were conducted to explore perceived quality of life, happiness, and stress 4 to 8 weeks following the program. All participants reported improvements in overall well-being and reported significant decreases in negative affect when comparing pre-program scores (baseline) to follow-up scores. Notably, qualitative interview results indicated that participants attributed most positive post-program results to informal mindfulness practice.

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