Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Zachary T. Jost, Nishank P. Nooli, Ahmed E. Ali, Vijayadithyan Jaganathan, Navin C. Nanda
Summary: Due to the high mortality rates associated with isolated tricuspid valve surgery, less invasive, transcatheter approaches for treatment have been explored. Understanding the complexity of the tricuspid valve anatomy and pathology is crucial for surgical planning. Three-dimensional echocardiography provides detailed images of the tricuspid valve and surrounding structures, aiding in the assessment of disease etiology and severity as a supplement to two-dimensional imaging.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Attila Nemes, Arpad Kormanyos, Gergely Racz, Zoltan Ruzsa, Nora Ambrus, Csaba Lengyel
Summary: This retrospective cohort study aimed to determine the normal reference values of tricuspid annular dimensions and functional properties using three-dimensional speckle-tracking echocardiography (3DSTE) and to evaluate their age and gender dependency. The results showed that tricuspid annular dimensions were smaller in females compared to males, and the functional properties of the tricuspid annulus were reduced in the 40-49 year-old group compared to the 30-39 year-old group.
QUANTITATIVE IMAGING IN MEDICINE AND SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Mathematics
Fengbin Liu, Mingmei Zuo, Heng Cheng, Ji Ma
Summary: In this study, we propose the Dimension Coupling Method (DCM) as an efficient alternative to the Improved Element-Free Galerkin (IEFG) method for solving three-dimensional (3D) Laplace problems using meshless methods. The DCM divides the 3D problem domain into multiple two-dimensional (2D) problems, which are solved using the IEFG method, and combines the solutions in the third direction using the Finite Element Method (FEM). Numerical verification shows that the DCM improves computational speed while maintaining computational accuracy compared to the IEFG method. Therefore, the DCM significantly reduces computational time and costs, expanding the applicability of the dimension splitting EFG method.
Article
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Zhe Liu, Hong-Tao An, Zhan-Wei Liu, Xiang Liu
Summary: In this work, we study the mass spectra and strong decay behaviors of hidden-charm hexaquark states. We find the existence of compact bound states that cannot decay through strong interaction. Our results are important for the search of such exotic states in future experiments.
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ingrid Schusterova, Marta Jakubova, Marianna Vachalcova, Karolinska Sieradzka, Claudia Gibarty, Tibor Poruban, Ivo Gasparovic, Panagiotis Artemiou
Summary: Intermediate type atrioventricular septal defect is less common in the elderly, and the valuable utility of real time 3D transesophageal echocardiography in diagnosis and surgical planning has been shown in this case report.
JOURNAL OF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Yiling Lian, Lan Jiang, Jingya Sun, Jiadong Zhou, Yao Zhou
Summary: Quasi-3D imaging method is proposed to describe ultrafast processes and analyze spatial asymmetries of laser induced plasma, providing a comprehensive understanding of plasma dynamics and various complex ultrafast phenomena.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EXTREME MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Michael P. Henry, Juan Cotella, Jeremy A. Slivnick, Megan Yamat, Kyle Hipke, Roydell Johnson, Victor Mor-Avi, Roberto M. Lang
Summary: The study aimed to determine if the quality of 2D images derived from three-dimensional echocardiography (3DE) is comparable to conventional two-dimensional echocardiography (2DE) and if it can provide more accurate measurements of chamber size and function. The results showed that 3DE-derived 2D images can visualize the left ventricular (LV), right ventricular (RV), and left atrial (LA) endocardium with similar quality to 2DE images. In addition, the measurements of LV volumes and LV ejection fraction (LVEF) derived from 3DE were more similar to those obtained from cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) than from 2DE.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Khang Ngoc Dinh, Yu Zhang, Wenping Sun
Summary: This review provides an overview of the progress towards the synthesis of bulk black phosphorus and its nanostructured counterparts, highlighting the different synthetic methods and product characterizations. The review also looks ahead at the challenges and perspectives for future studies in this field.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS-ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Xiutong Xu, Xianqing Xiong, Xinyi Yue, Mei Zhang
Summary: The three-dimensional corner joint is a type of joint in wooden furniture structures with complex parameter relationships and many constraints. This study derived a parametric optimized method of three-dimensional corner joints in wooden furniture based on the ideal value range of mortise-tenon joints. The results show that this method can effectively reduce the parameter dimensional value range and provide ideas for the digital and standardized design of wooden furniture structures.
Review
Cell Biology
Abdoulaye Diane, Layla Ibrahim Mohammed, Heba H. Al-Siddiqi
Summary: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that affects over 537 million people worldwide and is characterized by impaired glucose metabolism. Scientists have been exploring the use of stem cell-derived beta cells for cell replacement therapy. The transition from 2D monolayer culture to 3D spheroid culture provides a more physiologically relevant model for generating fully functional beta cells.
CELL COMMUNICATION AND SIGNALING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Minghui Yu, Qi Hu, Xiaoyu Gong, Hao Yu, Shuang Wang, Zhiqiang Li, Yanyan Chen, Shenjie Li
Summary: In this study, a CdIn2S4/MoS2 composite structure was prepared via a simple two-step hydrothermal synthesis method, leading to improved photocatalytic performance under visible light irradiation. The effective loading of MoS2 on CdIn2S4 particles inhibited the recombination of photogenerated electron holes, increasing visible light response and prolonging the life of photoexcitation carrier. The composite sample with 9% MoS2 content showed the highest catalytic hydrogen production activity, with a hydrogen production rate more than 3 times that of another sample, showing stable photocatalytic activity after multiple cycles.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Astronomy & Astrophysics
M. R. Setare, A. Jalali, Bibhas Ranjan Majhi
Summary: Recent studies have focused on black hole symmetries, aiming to enhance our understanding of black hole physics. The spontaneous symmetry breaking of horizon symmetries is a recent attempt to clarify black hole thermal physics. Research shows that this idea also applies effectively in three-dimensional massive gravity with higher order of Riemann tensor, reinforcing its viability.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Jiri Plasek, Tomas Rychly, Diana Drienikova, Ondrej Cisovsky, Tomas Grezl, Miroslav Homza, Jan Vaclavik
Summary: This study found a strong correlation between 2D and 3D speckle-tracking echocardiography in measuring global longitudinal strain (GLS). However, the correlation was weaker when analyzed per segment. Furthermore, right ventricular pacing and reduced left ventricular ejection fraction were associated with a reduced correlation between 2D and 3D GLS.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Bin Han, J. B. Sun, Milad Heidarzadeh, M. M. Nemati Jam, O. Benjeddou
Summary: This study utilizes 3D non-linear finite element assessment to study dynamic soil-structure interaction, demonstrating the accuracy of the numerical model in replicating observed responses. The research highlights the importance of considering the non-linear behavior of soil and the multi-directional nature of seismic events in FE analysis.
STEEL AND COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2021)
Article
Entomology
Vimala S. K. Bharathi, Digvir S. Jayas, Fuji Jian
Summary: The experiments conducted in this study aimed to determine the three-dimensional dispersion patterns of adult Cryptolestes ferrugineus in wheat. The results indicated that the dispersion pattern of the insects was similar under different insect densities, movement periods, and temperatures.
JOURNAL OF INSECT SCIENCE
(2022)
