Comparative Analysis Of Utilization Research Articles

Comparative Analysis of Utility and Efficacy of Ozone Therapy versus Laser Therapy in Periarthritis Shoulder

Comparative Analysis of Utility and Efficacy of Ozone Therapy versus Laser Therapy in Periarthritis Shoulder

Applicability of volume conductivity and scatter parameters for early prediction of dengue virus infection

Introduction: Dengue virus infection is an acute febrile illness endemic in several countries including India. Although the management is empirical, early diagnosis is crucial for timely intervention to reduce the morbidity and mortality. The diagnosis of dengue virus infection mainly depends on serological testing and virus isolation which are costly and time-consuming. A simple blood test like complete blood count (CBC) run on five-part differential cell counter with volume conductivity, and scatter (VCS) data can help in predicting dengue infection without additional cost. Methods: In the present study, we analyzed VCS parameters of 337 febrile patients over the period of 1 year (January 2016 to December 2016). Out of these, 255 cases were positive for dengue serology and 82 were febrile controls. Comparative analysis of utility of previously published dengue factor, lymph index, and monocyte factor along with the “New Dengue Factor” introduced in the present study. Results: The “New Dengue Factor” proposed by us gave highest “positive likelihood ratio” for the diagnosis of dengue virus infection. Dengue factor proposed by Sharma et al. was the most “sensitive,” and “lymph index” proposed by Hawaldar et al. was the most specific followed by the “New dengue factor” introduced in the present study. Conclusion: Factors derived from VCS parameters are useful for early prediction of dengue virus infection without incurring additional cost and thus would contribute to better patient care.

Late-Glacial bifacial microblade core technologies in Hokkaido: An implication of human adaptation along the northern Pacific Rim

The wedge-shaped microblade core technology found along the northern Pacific Rim has been regarded as a trait of hunter-gatherer adaptation during the Late Glacial and initial Holocene. Having recognized variable microblade core reduction methods among the technocomplexes in Hokkaido, by employing an optimization model in lithic technology, the present paper addresses the question of what role bifacial microblade core technologies played in foraging, through a comparative analysis of utility, cost of transportation, and failure rates between the larger (“Sakkotsu”) and smaller (“Oshorokko”) bifacial microblade core technologies in the Late Glacial Hokkaido. Results suggest that as opposed to the larger bifacial microblade core technology, the smaller bifacial microblade core technology was more effective for exploring unpredictable environment across the northern Pacific Rim.