We introduce a comprehensive framework for the efficient implementation of finite deformation gradient-regularised damage formulations in existing finite element codes. The numerical implementation is established within a thermo-mechanically fully coupled finite element formulation, where the heat equation solution capabilities are utilised for the damage regularisation. The variationally consiste

A composite Higgs boson is likely to be accompanied by additional light states generated by the same dynamics. This expectation is substantiated when realizing the composite Higgs mechanism by an underlying gauge theory. We review the dynamics of such objects, which may well be the first sign of compositeness at colliders. We also update our previous analysis of the bounds from LHC searches to the

Background: The aim of this study was to identify predictors of outcome after septoplasty in 888 patients from the Swedish National Septoplasty Register. Methodology: This is an observational register study analysing data from patients undergoing septoplasty in Sweden between 2015 and 2016. The patients reported severity of nasal obstruction (mild, moderate, severe) pre- and again 12 months postop

Objective: In patients with myocardial infarction (MI), risk factors for bleeding and ischaemic events tend to overlap, but the combined effects of these factors have scarcely been studied in contemporary real-world settings. We aimed to assess the combined associations of established risk factors using nationwide registries. Methods: Using the Swedish Web-system for Enhancement and Development of

Following Emily Wardill's exhibition "Matt Black and Rat" at Bergen Kunsthall, January 20th to March 26th 2017, the publication Things Keep Their Secrets, is an extensive and multi-faceted work which includes both images and stills from the artist's latest works, the unique fumages, manually inserted into each of the 750 copies – as well as two newly commissioned texts by philosopher Michael Marde

- Field data on breeding phenology of Ranaarvalis and R.temporaria for the period 1990- 2017 in Scania, Sweden are presented and analysed. There was no temporal trend for R.temporaria. ForR.arvalisthe results were mixed, one out of two approaches found a trend to earlier breeding. The lack of a consistent trend in breeding phenology is unsurprising considering that local mean air temperatures in F

Large, comprehensive studies of the risk for neurologic disorders among long-term survivors of noncentral nervous system (CNS) childhood cancers are lacking. Thus, the aim of our study was to assess the lifetime risk of Nordic non-CNS childhood cancer survivors for neurologic disorders. We identified 15,967 5-year survivors of non-CNS childhood cancer diagnosed in Denmark, Iceland, Finland and Swe

Lakes are a key feature of arctic landscapes and can be an important component of regional organic carbon (OC) budgets, but C burial rates are not well estimated. 210 Pb-dated sediment cores and carbon and organic matter (as loss-on-ignition) content were used to estimate OC burial for 16 lakes in SW Greenland. Burial rates were corrected for sediment focusing using the 210 Pb flux method. The

OBJECTIVE: Pharyngeal reflux after a gastric pull-up esophagectomy may cause aspiration. This study evaluates acid exposure to the esophageal remnant and to the pharynx after gastric pull-up esophagectomy and evaluates the impact of additional dissection of the esophagus that is necessary for neck anastomoses versus no neck exploration and proximal chest anastomoses.METHODS: Forty-seven patients h

BACKGROUND: It has been suggested that endoscopic grading of the gastroesophageal flap valve is a good predictor of the reflux status.METHODS: To test this hypothesis, 268 symptomatic patients underwent endoscopic grading of the gastroesophageal valve using Hill's classification, with grades I through IV. Esophageal acid exposure, lower esophageal sphincter characteristics, and the degree of esoph

BACKGROUND: Screening patients with columnar metaplasia of the oesophagus for adenocarcinoma is controversial owing to the low cancer incidence and diverging opinions as to whether screening improves the prognosis of these patients. Our aim was to evaluate a screening program for adenocarcinoma in patients with columnar metaplasia in the oesophagus, with focus on cancer incidence and costs.METHODS

Esophagectomy is considered a high-risk procedure in patients aged 70 years or older. This study evaluates the impact of two age groups (younger than 70 and 70 years or older) on clinical outcome and long-term survival rates following this procedure. This prospective study included survival analysis and clinical evaluations at 3, 6, and 12 months after esophagectomy. All esophagectomy patients und

The prevalence of anastomotic strictures in esophageal anastomoses provides us with limited information about the anastomotic healing process. This prospective study evaluates the exact esophageal anastomotic diameters in 256 patients who underwent esophagectomy and esophagogastrostomy without pyloroplasty (n = 107) or total gastrectomy and Roux reconstruction (n = 149). No perioperative chemoradi

This article examines the legal scope and pressing issues of applying the privileges and immunities of the representations of states to international organizations. The content of the privileges and immunities of state’s representations is analyzed. The pressing issues of the application of privileges and immunities of representations of states to international organizations are deliberated, and a

Intra- and extracellular levels of magnesium and potassium were determined in 16 subjects with insulin-dependent type I diabetes mellitus (IDDM) and 30 healthy controls. Subjects with IDDM had lower levels of magnesium in muscle biopsies (p less than 0.001), plasma (p less than 0.001), and mononuclear cells (p less than 0.05), and higher urinary excretions of magnesium (p less than 0.01), and lowe

Magnesium and potassium concentrations were determined in plasma, erythrocytes and urine collected during 24 h, and in percutaneous muscle biopsies obtained in 30 healthy subjects. Magnesium was also analyzed in mononuclear cells. Men, compared to women, showed a higher urinary excretion of magnesium (p less than 0.05). The magnesium contents in mononuclear cells correlated significantly with the Magnesium and potassium concentrations were determined in plasma, erythrocytes and urine collected during 24 h, and in percutaneous muscle biopsies obtained in 30 healthy subjects. Magnesium was also analyzed in mononuclear cells. Men, compared to women, showed a higher urinary excretion of magnesium (p less than 0.05). The magnesium contents in mononuclear cells correlated significantly with the