Synthesis of M-UiO-66 (M = Zr, Ce or Hf) employing 2,5-pyridinedicarboxylic acid as a linker: defect chemistry, framework hydrophilisation and sorption properties

MOFs of general composition [M₆(OH)₄(O)₄(PDC)_6−x(Cl)_2x(H₂O)_2x] with M = Zr, Ce, Hf; and 0 ≤ x ≤ 2 were obtained and characterised in detail.

Treatment expectations of men with ED and their female partners: an exploratory qualitative study based on grounded theory

Erectile dysfunction (ED) can impair the quality of life and the relationship. An early treatment is necessary to avoid the development of comorbid complaints. To arise the help-seeking behavior and to improve the treatment of affected men, it is necessary to be aware of the treatment expectations. The objective of this study was to investigate the treatment expectations of men with ED and their female partners. This is an explorative qualitative study using semistructured telephone interviews with 12 men with ED and their female partners. Interviews were tape-recorded, transcribed and analyzed on the basis of the grounded theory. We could identify various treatment expectations, which could be differentiated into expectations according to the conditions (for example, low costs and an early access), the handling of the practitioner (for example, showing interest and taking the patient seriously or incorporate the female partner), the treatment itself (for example, clearing the causes and helpful medication) and the treatment outcome (for example, having no ED and more sexual desire). Considering the identified expectations could increase treatment motivation and compliance. We derive five theses from our data, how to implement our findings.

[Competence of adolescent minors: a qualitative study of representations in the French-speaking area of Switzerland]

This exploratory qualitative study run using focus groups investigates the representations in the field of adolescent confidentiality and competence. Four groups of 3 to 8 participants (two of respectively younger and older adolescents, one of parents, one of pediatricians) have participated in a hone hour and a half discussion, than transcribed verbatim and analyzed by main themes. The concept of confidentiality is well known and understood, but the legal framework which underpins it is less well identified, both among young people and adults. Also, while the participants of all four groups agree with the idea that 14 year old youngsters are usually competent, they all admit that there are circumstances in which this statement should be revisited. Physicians report that they do not feel skilled in how to evaluate competence in such specific situations.

Immunohistochemical hormone content in medullary and undifferentiated thyroid carcinoma and prognosis after surgery

Immunohistochemical determinations in tissue specimens of medullary and "undifferentiated" thyroid carcinomas were carried out with antisera against calcitonin, calcitonin-gene related peptide (CGRP), somatostatin, and also thyroglobulin, using the PAP method. All 8 samples of medullary carcinoma stained positive with antisera against calcitonin and CGRP, 7 samples were also positive for somatostatin. Out of 22 cases initially diagnosed as "undifferentiated thyroid carcinoma" 3 revealed positivity for calcitonin, 2 for CGRP, and 1 for somatostatin. Congo red stain for amyloid, performed several years ago in 2 of these 3 cases, had been negative. The patients with medullary carcinoma survived longer than those with "undifferentiated" carcinoma. One patient of the latter group, but with calcitonin, CGRP, and somatostatin immunoreactivity in the tumour tissue, is now alive and well, more than 4 a after initial treatment.