Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Association between Maternal Periodontal Disease and Infant Preterm Low Birth Weight: A Case Control Study

Primiparous women, aged 18-35 years were selected randomly from different medical college hospitals in Bangalore city, India to find out association if any between maternal periodontal disease and infant preterm low birth weight (PLBW). Case were defined as those mothers who delivered an infant weighing under 2500 g and born before 37 weeks gestation and control mothers as those who delivered an infant weighing equal to or more than 2500 g and born after 37 weeks gestation. The clinical examination included recording of pocket depth and loss of attachment. Appropriate statistical tests such as Chi-square, Fisher Exact test, Student’s t test were used to analyze the data. The control group had statistically more number of healthy sextants [Community Periodontal Index Score 0 was 0.63 ± 1.25] when compared to the PLBW group [0.01 ± 0.11]. The mean numbers of sextants with periodontal pocket depth of 4-5 mm and 6 mm or more were significantly higher in the PLBW mothers [1.87 ± 1.38], [1.32 ± 1.53] when compared to the control group [0.81 ± 1.06], [0.25 ± 1.74]. Multiple logistic regression analysis after considering the variables simultaneously, the risk factors for preterm low birth weight were body mass index (p<0.001, odds ratio 0.83), lack of prenatal care prior to 20 weeks of gestational age (p=0.013,odds ratio 0.14), loss of attachment scores of 6-8 mm and 9 mm or more (p=0.004, 0.003 and odds ratio of 10.21 and 44.25 respectively). Present study suggests that maternal periodontal disease is a potential independent risk factor for PLBW.
Effects of a 6-week Dan Jeon Breathing (DJB) Exercise Intervention on Health Status in Male Adults

This study was to examine the effects of Dan Jeon Breathing on health status in male adults. This study was a quasi-experimental with a nonequivalent control group pre-post test design. The subjects of this study were classified into experimental group and control group. The experimental group had 26 male adults who did Dan Jeon Breathing, the control group consisted of 23 male adults. Dan Jeon Breathing carried out for 60 minutes a day, 3 times a week for 6 weeks between March 7 and April 15 , 2011. The significance between the experimental group and the control group was verified with xtest, t-test. In the score of general symptoms health of the experimental group which participated in Dan Jeon Breathing had higher score than the control group. The pre-post score of general symptoms between two groups was significantly different. In the score of hands, feet, and musculoskeletal health of the experimental group which participated in Dan Jeon Breathing had higher score than the control group. The pre-post score of hands, feet, musculoskeletal health between two groups was significantly different. It was verified that Dan Jeon Breathing was effective in developing health status. In terms of nursing practice, Dan Jeon Breathing can be utilized as an exercise intervention for health promotion of male adults.
Optimizing the Dietary Fiber Levels in Live Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) Added Grower Ration in Goat Kids Reared under High Input Feeding System

Goats are vital animals for providing of meat protein and as a source of income to small farmers in less developed countries of the world [1]. They also have an adaptive ability to survive and produce under severe environmental condition particularly, in dry area [2]. Pakistan is the third major goat producing country after China and India in the world [3]. Goat farming in Pakistan is playing a significant role in the economy of the country by producing about 686 thousand tons mutton Economic Survey of Pakistan [4]. The significance of small ruminants in actual, has improved many times in last year’s due to the rise of human population.
Complex Texture Features for Glaucomatous Image classification System using Fundus Images

— In this paper, an efficient approach for glaucomatous image classification system using fundus images is proposed. The main aim of this study is to detect glaucoma accurately in order to reduce the visual loss and impairment. The proposed system uses two important texture features; Gray Level Co-occurrence Matrix (GLCM) and Local Binary Pattern (LBP) in an efficient manner. These texture features are extracted not only from the fundus image but also the optical density image obtained from the fundus image. Before extracting features, region of interest is obtained from the Green channel of the fundus image as it has high contrast than other two colour components. Support Vector Machine (SVM) classifier is used for the classification of fundus image into normal or abnormal based on the extracted features. Results show that the proposed system provides promising results with 100% sensitivity and 99% specificity.
RT3_OA_Himanshu 1

Background: Concurrent Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy (RT) is considered as standard of care in advanced carcinoma cervix. The superior border of radiation portal is kept at L4-L5 junction to cover common iliac group of lymph nodes which lie along common iliac vessels. Methods: Level of aortic bifurcation in to two common iliacs was retrospectively evaluated in 90 patients of carcinoma cervix to reconsider the level of superior border of radiation portal while RT planning. Evaluation was done on contrast enhanced computed tomography (CT) simulation images of the patients who were previously treated with radical intent. Results: We found that aortic bifurcation occured mostly at mid vertebral level of L4 and it was above L4-L5 junction in 74.4% of the cases. Conclusion: With conventional simulator based RT planning the superior border of radiation Portal should be kept above mid-vertebral level of L4 while with CTsimulator based planning, it should be placed considering individual patient anatomy.
Employee Retention Factors and Tools: Empirical Evidence from Ghana Revenue Authority

The main purpose of the study was to investigate the factors and tools for employee retention at the Ghana Revenue Authority. The survey employed purposive sampling technique in selecting the 92 GRA staff from two offices in Accra (Circle and North Kaneshie). The study found out that factors perceived by employees of the GRA to influence their retention included; the recognition of employees’ skills, provision of supporting and working climate, existence of family support schemes, good working relation with colleagues and strong team work. On the retention tools the study revealed that tools such as challenging work, high performance incentives/bonuses, opportunities for development, periodic increase in salary, well defined career ladder and promotions opportunities and feeling of belongingness to the organization were the tools employed by GRA for employee retention. Based on the findings for the study, the following recommendations were made: There should be a creation of the working environment in other enabling public sectors by ensuring the realization of factors of employee retention, tools for employee retention should be made known to all employees and should be made accessible by all employees and there is the need for a tripartite collaboration among the ministry, educational institutions and government agencies to ensure that the factors and tools for employees retention are put in place in all organisations, especially in the public sectors. Keywords: Retention, Employees, Recognition, Organization, Employee Turnover
Cancer Cells with Stem Cell-Like Phenotypes and Liver Metastasis from Colon Carcinoma

T article was originally published in a journal by OMICS Publishing Group, and the attached copy is provided by OMICS Publishing Group for the author’s benefit and for the benefit of the author’s institution, for commercial/research/educational use including without limitation use in instruction at your institution, sending it to specific colleagues that you know, and providing a copy to your institution’s administrator.
Synergistic Effects of Alzheimer’s Disease and Parkinsonism on Olfactory Impairment

Ambulatory outpatients whose cognitive decline had been recognized by themselves or their caregivers were examined using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) Scale, and the criteria of the National Institute on Aging–Alzheimer’s Association workgroups on diagnostic guidelines for Alzheimer’s disease (NIA–AA criteria) [7,8]. One hundred and thirty-four patients with mild cognitive reduction (MMSE ≥ 20) were consecutively investigated by MRI (Figure 1A and Figure 1B) and 123I-N-isopropyl-p-iodoamphetamine (123I-IMP) single photon emission tomography (SPECT) (three-dimensional stereotactic surface projection: 3D-SSP) (Figure 2). MRI (1.5 Tesla) was performed to rule out cognitive impairment and parkinsonian signs due to cerebral organic changes such as cerebral infarction, small vascular diseases (leukoaraiosis, amyloid angiopathy, lacunar infarcts and microbleeds), brain tumor, corticobasal syndrome, or progressive
Helminth parasites of sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax, Linnaeus, 1758), gray mullet (Chelon labrosus, Aisso, 1826) from Bafa Lake, Turkey

In this study, sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax, Linnaeus, 1758), gray mullet (Chelon labrosus, Aisso, 1826), bream (Spanus aurata, L. 1785) and carp (Cyprinus carpio, L. 1758) supplied from Bafa Lake from October 2013 to February 2014, underwent a parasitological examination for helminth parasites. In total 86 fish were examined and four helminth species (Diplactanum aequans, Helicometra sp., Acanthostomum sp., Contracaecum sp.) were found. Diplactanum aequans was found as a prominent specie for sea bass and Acanthostomum sp. was found as a prominent specie in general. Contracaecum sp. was found in only one fish.
A Digital Investigation Tool based on Data Fusion in Management of Cyber Security Systems

With overwhelming use of Internet, security in Cyberspace has become a prime concern. The forensic digital analysis as a whole, in its relative infancy, is the unwilling victim of the rapid advancement of computer technology, so it is at the mercy of ever more new and complex computing approaches. Forensic digital analysis is unique among the forensic sciences in that it is inherently mathematical and generally comprises more data from an investigation than is present in other types of forensics. The digital investigation process can be driven using numerous forensic investigation models. Among these is the need to analyze forensic materials over complex chains of evidence in a wide variety of heterogeneous computing platforms, environments and transports. This paper compares and contrasts different forensic investigation models and highlights the main components of forensic investigation model. It also proposes a fusion based investigation tool by grouping and merging the same activities or processes that provide the same output into an appropriate phase and mapping them into the domain of data fusion. This grouping process of the activities will balance the investigation process and mapping them into data fusion domain will produce more quality data for analysis and can produce potential legal digital evidence as an expert testimony in the court of law.
Unconditional Accounting Conservatism and Real Earnings Management

This research examines the relationship between unconditional accounting conservatism and real earnings management in China’s corporations. Using the regression models, the real earnings management proxies are found by the abnormal cash flow of operations, the abnormal operation costs and the abnormal discretionary expenses and the aggregated measures. The research sheds light on the negative relationship between unconditional accounting conservatism and real earnings management after controlling internal control quality and audit risk. The results of these inferences remain the same after dealing with the robustness analysis and the endogeneity concerns.
Atypical Case of Thyroid Storm Revealed by Autopsy

1Department of Internal Medicine, Shin-yurigaoka General Hospital 2Department of Internal Medicine, Kawasaki Municipal Ida Hospital 3Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Diabetes and Endoclinology, International University of Health and Welfare, Mita Hospital 4Department of Pathology, Kawasaki Municipal Ida Hospital 5Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Diabetes and Endoclinology, Show a University School of Medicine
INVESTIGATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CRITICAL THINKING AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF STUDENTS STUDYING ENGLISH TRANSLATION IN CHABAHAR UNIVERSITES IN 2016. A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY

Introduction: Paying attention to the improvement of students’ critical thinking skills is an important principle in teaching and learning processes because the ability to think critically is essential for success in today’s world. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the relationship between critical thinking and academic achievement of students studying English translation in the city of Chabahar in Iran. Research approach: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study that was conducted on 90 students of English Translation of Chabahar in 1395 (2016). The samples were randomly selected. Data collection was done by Ricketts’ Critical Thinking questionnaire. Finally, after collecting the information, data were analysed using SPSS software version 19 and descriptive statistics. Findings: The results obtained from this study showed that 90 students of English translation participated in this study and 63 of these samples (65.6%) were male. The average age of these students was 23.92 ±5.57. Pearson’s correlation test showed that there is a significant relationship between critical thinking and academic achievement of students (p=0.02). This means that by increasing students’ critical thinking skills, they also have higher academic performances. Conclusion: Given that the results of this study showed that there is a correlation between critical thinking and academic achievement, therefore, we can play an important role in developing students’ critical thinking skills by modifying and providing appropriate educational process and methods.
Management of the Super Obese in the Intensive Care Unit

This article summarizes existing data on the complications and complexities of the management of the super obese patient in an intensive care unit (ICU) setting. We have specifically focused on class III obese critically ill patients (i.e. BMI ≥ 40 kg/m2, or ≥ 35 kg/m2 in the presence of comorbidities). It outlines the clinical and pathophysiologic characteristics of obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), acute respiratory failure secondary obesity and post-extubation respiratory failure. It also reviews the literature on outcomes specific to the management of the obese critically ill patient, and complications including tracheostomy, long-term mechanical ventilation, imaging difficulties, vascular access, and nutrition.
A REVIEW ON TRADITIONAL MEDICINAL PLANTS FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF URTICARIA (KANAAKADI)

Nature has bestowed us with a wide variety of medicinal plants out of which 8000 herbs have been used in the traditional medicine of India. The Siddha system of Medicine that has emerged through the supreme intuition of the Siddhars has its origin in southern parts of India and it is well known for its holistic treatment approach. Urticaria is a commonest health problem worldwide which is coined by the term “Kanaakadi” in Siddha classical literature. This health issue is caused due to allergens including dust mites, pollen, cosmetics, food, and mold spores. Present day pharmacological management of allergic diseases includes anti-allergic medication and immunotherapy for specific allergens, most commonly antihistamines, anticholinergics and corticosteroids that are not free from its side effects. Currently, natural medicine provides imperative resources to meet the global health care at affordable prices and hence it is important to analyze the safety and efficacy comparable to conventional therapeutic drugs. This article deals with selective traditional herbs with anti-allergic properties that can be used for the management of urticaria.
In vitro and Ex vitro Propagations of Astilboides tabularis (Hemsl.) Engl. as a Rare and Endangered Species

This study was conducted to establish in vitro and ex vitro propagation systems and to secure the genetic resource for ex-situ conservation of Astilboides tabularis (Hemsl.) Engl. as a rare and endangered species. Plant materials were collected and prepared for various treatments for in vitro propagation by plant tissue culture and ex vitro propagation by root cuttings. For callus induction, leaf explants cultured on MS medium with BA 0.1 mg L-1 showed the highest rate at 24%, whereas the petioles supplemented with BA 0.5 mg L-1 exhibited the highest rate at 14%. Root explants treated with BA alone did not induce callus formation whereas a combination of BA and NAA showed 100% callus induction at concentrations of BA 0.1 + NAA 0.1 mg L1 and BA 1.0 + NAA 1.0 mgL-1. Shoots were produced at 50% from leaf explants treated with BA 0.1 mg L-1 concentration, whereas no shoots were observed even with the treatments from root segments. Rooting experiments supplemented with NAA 0.01 mgL-1 had the highest rate up to 86% with 15 small roots and 1.3 cm length. In order to increase the efficiency of in vitro potential regeneration of A. tabularis, additional studies would be needed for higher rooting rates from callus and induced shoot. Ex vitro propagation by root cuttings with large diameter and 7 cm length grew well above ground, whereas medium diameter and 7 cm length showed good rooting system in the first year. During the second year, small shoots grew well for medium diameter, whereas there were no significant differences among other treatments. Thus, the size and length of the cuttings were for the plants in the first year, which did not affect growth in the second year. Based on this work, A. tabularis root cutting for mass propagation would be possible by small size cutting system.
Periodontal Practice, Implant Practice and Referral Profile of General Dentists in Palestine

It is logical to expect an increase in the number of referrals to periodontists due to increasing age and the sophistication of periodontal treatments. But the actual scenario is different as the referral rates to dental specialists are still low. An online questionnaire was sent to 300 general dental practitioners in Palestine. A total of 180 full questionnaires were received back and statistically analyzed. From this study it was found that Palestinian dentists are practicing most of the non-surgical procedures at their dental offices; while referrals for surgical procedures were made.
Production of Ferulic Acid Esterase from Aspergillus Oryzae (NCIM 1212)

The majority of valuable compounds used worldwide are produced by chemical synthesis at very low cost, though consumers prefer to natural compounds because of their health awareness in daily life. Ferulic acid is one of the most valuable compounds having widespread application in various fields such as in baking, cosmetic, beverage and pharma industries, also used as a raw material for the production of vanillin, the most flavouring compound. Ferulic acid esterase is the enzyme that hydrolyzes the ester bond between the ferulic acid and polysaccharides present in plant cell wall and release ferulic acid from agro residues. The production of ferulic acid esterase activity by strains was detected in agar plate assay. The assay involves ethyl ferulate as a sole carbon source in specific media. Of the examined strains Aspergillus oryzae (NCIM 1212) showed the highest level of ferulic acid esterase activity 281 U/mg at the optimum pH and temperature of 5.5 and 35°C. Supplementation of soyabean meal (0.75%) as nitrogen source and sucrose (0.1%) as additional carbon source favored enzyme production.
Do Non-Invasive Markers of Fibrosis have a Place in the Evaluation of Fibrosis in Overlap Syndrome?

Citation: Moalla M. , et al. “Do Non-Invasive Markers of Fibrosis have a Place in the Evaluation of Fibrosis in Overlap Syndrome? ”. EC Gastroenterology and Digestive System 7.2 (2020): 01-04. Abstract Introduction: The non-invasive markers of fibrosis are currently validated in viral hepatopathies but less validated in other dysimmune liver diseases. Very few studies have focused on the place of non-invasive markers of fibrosis in the overlap syndrome. The aim of our study is to determine the correlation between non-invasive markers of fibrosis and histological fibrosis scores in overlap syndrome. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study that collected all patients with an overlap syndrome: primary biliary cholangitis autoimmune hepatitis or primary sclerosing cholangitis autoimmune hepatitis. The APRI and FIB-4 scores were calculated at the time of diagnosis and one year after treatment. A liver biopsy specifying the degree of fibrosis according to Metavir was performed at the time of diagnosis. Liver elastography was done after one year of treatment. Fibrosis was considered significant from F2 for hepatic elastography and Metavir score and a cut-off > 1.5 and > 3.25 for APRI and FIB-4, respectively. The Spearman correlation test and the ROC curve were used to analyze the data. Results: Our study involved 56 patients divided into 52 women and 4 men of average age 51.1 years (30 73 years). Autoimmune hepatitis was associated with primary biliary cholangitis in 89.3% of cases and primary sclerosing cholangitis in 10.7% of cases. Spearman’s correlation analysis did not show a correlation between serum markers measured at the time of diagnosis and the degree of histological fibrosis (r = 0.5, p = 0.001). Among the 52 patients who would have significant fibrosis according to the APRI score, 20 patients had no significant histological fibrosis (F0, F1). Among the 48 patients who would have significant fibrosis according to the FIB-4 score, 30 actually had significant fibrosis (> = F2). After one year of treatment, 54 patients underwent hepatic elastography, which showed significant fibrosis in 70.3% of cases (38 patients). Correlation analysis did not show any correlation between serum markers of fibrosis and hepatic elastography. Among the 38 patients with significant fibrosis according to the measurement of hepatic elastography, 16 patients and 12 others were presumed to have no significant fibrosis according to the APRI and FIB-4 scores, respectively. Conclusion: In our study, we did not find any correlation between the different non-invasive markers of fibrosis and the results of the liver biopsy, which remains to this day the gold standard for assessing liver fibrosis in dysimmunitary disorders like overlap syndrome.
Enrichment, isolation and identification of hydrocarbon degrading bacteria.

Petroleum (crude) oil is complex mixture of many thousands of compounds. Petroleum hydrocarbons are the major constituents of crude oil (50-98%) and alkenes represent 20-50% of oil, depending on the source of the oil. Petroleum hydrocarbons can be degraded by microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, yeast and microalgae. However, bacteria play an imperative role in hydrocarbon degradation. Microorganisms are endowed with metabolism machinery to use petroleum products as a carbon and energy source. The extent of biodegradation of hydrocarbons in contaminated sites is dependent on several factors such as molecular composition of the hydrocarbons, the type of microbial population, and optimal environmental conditions to stimulate the bioavability of the contaminants to microorganisms (Huesemann, 1995). International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 4 Number 6 (2015) pp. 708-713 http://www.ijcmas. com