bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Persediaan Stok Obat Di Apotek RSUD HAMS Kisaran Dengan Metode SCM
Authors: Reza Nanda Nugraha  , Guntur Maha Putra  , Rika Nofitri
Published: April 2023

Apotek RSUD HAMS Kisaran sering terjadi kehabisan stok obat, dikarenakan banyaknya permintaan dari konsumen, serta sering terjadi pesediaan obat yang berlebihan, sehingga terjadi penumpukan obat yang dapat menyebabkan terjadinya kadaluarsa pada obat yang ada dan menimbulkan kerugian karena obat yang kadaluarsa harus dimusnahkan. Demi mengatasi masalah diatas, penulis menuangkan ide untuk merancang sebuah sistem terkomputerisasi yang didukung dengan metode penunjang yang dipilih dalam proses persediaan obat di Apotek RSUD HAMS Kisaran untuk memastikan agar persediaan dapat memenuhi kebutuhan yang ada. Penelitian ini merancang suatu sistem persediaan stok obat yang dapat membantu dalam mengoptimalkan aktivitas pergudangan yang dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode Supply Chain Management (SCM) yang merupakan suatu pendekatan yang digunakan untuk mencapai pengintgrasian yang lebih efisien dari distributor, retailer dan pasien. Supply Chain Management (SCM) merupakan pendekatan integrative untuk mengelola aliran produk, informasi dan uang secara terintegrasi yang melibatkan pihak-pihak mulai dari hulu ke hilir yang terdiri dari pemasok, pabrik, jaringan distribusi maupun jasa-jasa logistik. Supply Chain Management (SCM)  mampu mengatasi masalah persediaan agar produk dalam keadaan tersedia dan layak. Manfaat penerapan Supply Chain Management (SCM)  yaitu untuk memenuhi kepentingan dalam pemenuhan persediaan barang yang mempunyai sifat cepat habis, persediaan barang merupakan hal yang sangat penting bagi perusahaan atau instansi.
Mobilising ideas in the COVID-19 pandemic: Anti-lockdown actions and the Identity-Deprivation-Efficacy-Action-Subjective well-being model
Authors: Lalot Fanny , Marinthe Gaëlle , Kasper Alice , Abrams Dominic
Published: April 2023

We tested how well the Identity-Deprivation-Efficacy-Action-Subjective-wellbeing (IDEAS) model predicts citizens’ intentions to engage in collective action opposing their government, and their subjective well-being. Representative samples from Scotland, Wales, and the county of Kent in England were surveyed during the COVID-19 pandemic in October 2020 (N = 1,536). Results largely support our preregistered hypotheses, confirming that the IDEAS model offers a valid explanatory framework for how relative deprivation predicts both collective action opposing one’s government and levels of subjective well-being. In the case of collective action, there were significant effects of collective relative deprivation (cognitive and affective) and collective efficacy on social change beliefs, which in turn positively predicted collective action intentions. The role of national identification was more nuanced, revealing both negative indirect effects via collective efficacy and relative deprivation, and a positive indirect effect via political orientation. Findings also suggest interesting directions for future research on national identification.
UMA E TRÊS PÁGINAS: ALGUMAS CONSIDERAÇÕES SOBRE PESQUISA EM PROCESSOS ARTÍSTICOS CONTEMPORÂNEOS
Authors:   Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina, Oliveira Silfarlem Junior de
Published: April 2023

O artigo é uma reflexão/apresentação sobre procedimentos artísticos (discursivos e visuais) adotados pelo “projeto mesmo”. Propõe um fluxo informativo que vai da escrita “na” arte à escrita “como” arte. A partir da dissertação LUGAR PUBLICAÇÃO – artistas e revistas – de Vanessa Schultz, o texto aborda questões relacionadas ao cruzamento entre pesquisa em arte e processos artísticos. Percebemos que artistas/pesquisadores interessados na utilização do espaço impresso como espaço expositivo, dedicam atenção não só às estruturas narrativas (ao conteúdo textual) como também aos modos de visibilidade (formas de apresentação) de seus escritos, sejam eles: um trabalho acadêmico, um livro, uma revista ou qualquer outro espaço discursivo/artístico.
Pandemy or a new STI – Monkeypox cases at the Semmelweis University Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Dermatooncology
Authors:   Semmelweis University, Faculty of Medicine Department of Dermatology Venereology and Dermatooncology, Blága Kincső , Tamási Béla
Published: April 2023

After the global pandemic caused by the coronavirus, another epidemic began to unfold, which again induced fear in the population. This new epidemic is caused by the monkeypox virus and originated in Africa. It mainly spreads among MSM (men who have sex with men) population, so it can be interpreted as a new type of sexually transmitted infection.
Digitalisation and modern imaging technologies in dermatology
Authors:   Semmelweis University, Faculty of Medicine Department of Dermatology Venereology and Dermatooncology, Jobbágy Antal , Varga Noémi Nóra , Hamilton-Meikle Phillida Kerstin , Lőrincz Kende , Meznerics Fanni , Blága Kincső , Poór Adrienn , Medvecz Márta , Sárdy Miklós , Holló Péter , Wikonkál Norbert , Kiss Norbert , Bánvölgyi András
Published: April 2023

Teledermatology is one of the most important developments of digitalisation in dermatology. It has helped to ensure continuity of care during the COVID-19 pandemic. The combination of teledermatology with artificial intelligence can significantly improve medical decision-making. Among imaging modalities, dermoscopy is the most widely used, and its effectiveness can be significantly enhanced when combined with artificial intelligence. Novel techniques that have emerged in recent years include high-frequency ultrasound, optical coherence tomography or multispectral imaging. These are currently used in dermatological research but are expected to gradually become part of daily patient care. The knowledge of digital technologies and new imaging techniques is essential for the modern dermatologist. In the future, it is expected to be an essential part of modern and optimised patient care.
Experiences with Sézary syndrome. Review of 23 cases treated at the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Dermatooncology of the Semmelweis University, Budapest
Authors:   Semmelweis University, Faculty of Medicine Department of Dermatology Venereology and Dermatooncology, Szakonyi József , Szepesi Ágota , Tremmel Anna , Holló Péter , Marschalkó Márta
Published: April 2023

Sézary syndrome is a primary cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) with severe clinical manifestations characterized by erythroderma, lymph node and blood involvement. In our retrospective database-based study we reviewed data of 23 patients (8 women and 15 men) diagnosed and treated with Sézary syndrome at our Indtitute from 1st January 2016 to 30th June 2022. The median follow-up time of patients was 42 (6-167) months. According to the course of the disease, 17.4% of patients went into complete remission, 30.4% achieved partial remission, 13% remained stable, while progression was seen in 39.1% of the cases. The most frequently used therapeutic entities were extracorporeal photopheresis (95.6%), bexarotene (52.2%), methotrexate (43.5%) and acitretine (34.8%). The diagnosis and treatment of Sézary syndrome remains a significant challenge. In all cases of erythroderma, histological sampling is recommended, and if CTCL is confirmed, staging examinations for TNMB classification should be performed. In the early stages of the disease, access to skin-directed therapies (phototherapy, radiotherapy) and immunomodulatory systemic treatments (ECP, retinoids, MTX) is crucial, while cooperation with hematological and stem cell transplantation centers is essential in the care of patients showing progression.
PILAR GÓMEZ, EULÀLIA VINTRÓ, Luciano. Obras VII, Madrid, CSIC (Alma Mater, colección de autores griegos y latinos), 2021, 720 pp. [ISBN 978-84-00-10892-2]
Authors: Grau Sergi
Published: April 2023

PILAR GÓMEZ, EULÀLIA VINTRÓ, Luciano. Obras VII, Madrid, CSIC (Alma Mater, colección de autores griegos y latinos), 2021, 720 pp. [ISBN 978-84-00-10892-2]
MARÍA DOLORES GARCÍA DE PASO CARRASCO, TRINIDAD ARCOS PEREIRA, MARÍA ELISA CUYÁS DE TORRES, GREGORIO RODRÍGUEZ HERRERA, Los principios de retórica de Aftonio con anotaciones de Juan de Mal Lara, Madrid, Ediciones Clásicas, 2021, 363 pp. [ISBN: 978-84-7882-876-0]
Authors: SBAI BELMAR KHALID
Published: April 2023

MARÍA DOLORES GARCÍA DE PASO CARRASCO, TRINIDAD ARCOS PEREIRA, MARÍA ELISA CUYÁS DE TORRES, GREGORIO RODRÍGUEZ HERRERA, Los principios de retórica de Aftonio con anotaciones de Juan de Mal Lara, Madrid, Ediciones Clásicas, 2021, 363 pp. [ISBN: 978-84-7882-876-0]
Morphological Characteristics and Potential of Sago (Metroxylon spp.) in Lingga Regency, Riau Islands, Indonesia
Authors:   Graduate Program of  T ropical Biodiversity Conservation, Faculty of Forestry and Environment, IPB University ,  Academic  Ring Road Campus IPB Dramaga, Bogor , Indonesia 16680, Manar P A , Zuhud E A M , Andarwulan N , Bintoro M H
Published: April 2023

Sago (Metroxylon) is one of the local food species with development potential. Lingga Regency is one of the potential locations for sago development. However, no research on the morphological characteristics and production of sago in Lingga Regency has been conducted. The purpose of this research is to determine the morphological characteristics and production of sago in Lingga Regency. This study's sago plants came from six sago-producing villages. Before and after the sago trees were harvested, morphological characteristics and production were observed, with random sampling at each research site. Field observations on the potential of sago stands were conducted at the study site using the transect method with a single plot. Based on morphological characters there are two types of sago in Lingga: spiny and thornless sago. The morphological characteristics and sago production vary greatly between research sites. Sago stands have a production potential ranging from 3.37 to 14.55 tons ha-1. Because they have a starch content of more than 200 kg stem-1, the majority of sago accessions in Lingga are superior accessions with the potential to be further developed. Superior sago comes from the villages of Musai, Pekaka, Keton, and Teluk.
Ecological Analysis of Community and Private Partnership in Tree Planting Program to Rehabilitate Degraded Lands: A Case Study in East Java, Indonesia
Authors:   Research Center for Plant Conservation, Botanic Gardens and Forestry, National Research and Innovation Agency, Kusnoto Building Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No. 18, Bogor, Indonesia 16122, Hapsari L , Yulistyarini T , Danarto S A , Mas'udah S , Damaiyani J , Laksono R A , Jati A , Budiharta S
Published: April 2023

Community and private partnership (CPP) in tree planting initiative is potential to accelerate rehabilitation of degraded lands. Yet, empirical studies to analyse such programs are limited. Here, we analysed a CPP tree planting program in East Java, Indonesia by focusing on ecological aspects, i.e. vegetation cover changes, floristic diversity, above-ground carbon storage, and soil and microclimate conditions. Results showed that there was a striking increase in vegetation cover, yielding a total carbon sequestration of 3,853 tons, or equivalent to the reduction of 14,140 tons of CO2 emissions. On the other hand, co-benefits in term of floristic diversity at a landscape scale was low, and soil and micro-climate conditions were still marginal. This study provided empirical evidence that collaboration between communities and private entities in tree planting program can be effective in rehabilitation of degraded lands. Improvement in land management systems applied in tree planting through the implementation of mixed gardens or complex agroforestry is suggested if aiming for co-benefits in floristic diversity and soil properties. Our study recommends a broader adoption of a similar scheme in rehabilitation of degraded lands across Indonesia.
Forest Land Change Assessment of Karang Mumus Sub-Watershed Area
Authors: Endayani S , Stefano A , Fathiah Fathiah , Lisnawati A
Published: April 2023

Karang Mumus watershed is an important area as a port and gateway to the inland of East Kalimantan, causing the trade sector and water transportation services in this city to be very developed. Traders and immigrants from various regions who came in, stopped by, performed business, and stayed have caused the riverbanks to develop into economic and trade centers. One of the issues in the Karang Mumus sub-watershed is the conversion of forest area to agricultural land. With the improper use of agrotechnology and soil conservation, agricultural operations result in erosion and reduced land yield. This study aims to evaluate the Karang Mumus sub-potential watersheds to support land capability by using the overlay method (geoprocessing) of a geographic information system (GIS) based on criteria for classifying land capabilities and a data analysis approach. The findings revealed that the Karang Mumus sub-land watersheds primarily are categorized as land capacity class III, with a moderate erosion limiting factor that covers 15,864 ha (50.45%). The remaining areas are categorized into land capability classes IV and VI, with class IV having a severe slope limiting factor and class VI having a severe slope limiting factor with a fairly strong soil sensitivity to erosion, covering 8,751.14 ha (27.83%) and 6,829.85 ha (21.72%), respectively. Class III land is recommended for agricultural cultivation, application of appropriate agro-technology, and soil and water conservation. This study recommends that class IV and VI lands area are used for community forests or plantation forests managed by government agencies involved in the forest area stabilization center (BPKH) Region IV Samarinda.
Non-Timber Forest Products in Cat Tien: Local Use and Sustainable Management
Authors:   Thu Dau Mot University, Number 6, Tran Van On Street, Phu Hoa Ward, Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong Province, Vietnam 75000, Dinh T S , Pham T V
Published: April 2023

Rural ethnic minority groups in Cat Tien National Park (CTNP) have relied heavily on non-timber forest products (NTFPs) and threatened its natural forest environment. Still, the real context of the NTFP consumption between indigenous peoples (IPs) and migrant ethnic minority group (MEs) has been poorly comprehended. Also, the participatory rural appraisal (PRA) and the “walk-in-the-wood” method were applied to analyse the NTFP consumption between these IPs and these MEs. The study results indicated that the two local groups had a high or a relatively high dependence on the NTFPs and there was a shifting trend from subsistence to cash income (p-value = 0.000 < 0.05). Also, these IPs had a better knowledge about edible forest plants than these MEs, whilst various more MEs consumed forest fauna for medicinal demand. These MEs harvested and consumed those NTFPs more intensively, but these IPs did the resources for more self-consumption related to the indigenous traditions. Based on the local context, NTFP use patterns, cultural dissimilarity, and local capacity empowerment remain needed in park administration strategies. Similarly, culture-based arrangements would contribute to positive outcomes and sustainable management of the park.
Study on the Phenology of Three Fruit Trees Species in Purwodadi Botanical Gardens, East Java, and Its Relationship with Mesoclimates
Authors:   Faculty of Agriculture, University of Brawijaya , Jl. Veteran, Malang, Indonesia 65145, Darmayanti A S , Ariffin Ariffin , Waluyo B , Ariesoesilaningsih E
Published: April 2023

Nowadays the study of phenology has taken an important contribution to climate change research. Therefore this study observed local fruit trees species collected in the Purwodadi Botanical Gardens (PBG); they were Flacourtia rukam (Zoll & Moritzi), Limonia acidissima L., and Manilkara kauki (L) Dubard. We used fruit phenology data from 2014 to 2018 as secondary data to describe the changes. We also observed the weekly phenology of flowering and fruiting for three years from 2019 to 2022. At the same time, mesoclimates components included precipitation, maximum and minimum temperature were daily recorded by the PBG weather station measurement. Data pairs were then analyzed by using a structural modeling of WarpPLS to determine the relationship among mesoclimates and phenology variables. Research showed that phenology of flowering and fruiting of F. rukam, L. acidisissima, and M. kauki was significantly shifted from 2014 to 2022, along with changes in rainfall patterns, maximum and minimum temperatures in the PBG. Based on the Friedman test, it was shown that the maximum and minimum temperatures significantly changed (p<0.05). Five months of mesoclimates were significant predictors and affected before the measurement of phenological flowering and fruiting of three species. High precipitation significantly reduced maximum temperature, and increased minimum temperature. The high precipitation reduced the probability of flowering and fruiting initiation, except for those of L. acidissima. Increasing maximum temperature reduced flower and fruit set of F. rukam and L. acidisissima, while it reduced flowering of L. acidissima. Furthermore, minimum temperature induced flowering, except in L. acidissima.
Tree Architecture Model and Tree Health Assessment Using Sonic 3D Tomograph Relationship in Bali Botanical Garden
Authors:   Research Center for Plant Conservation, Botanic Garden and Forestry, National Research and Innovation Agency of Republic Indonesia (BRIN), Jl. Raya Jakarta-Bogor Km. 46, Cibinong, Bogor, Indonesia 16911, Hanum S F , Rahayu A , Iryadi R , Darma D P
Published: April 2023

The incident of fallen trees or broken branches is dangerous for tourists visiting Bali Botanical Garden. Tree health monitoring in locations with high human activity and near valuable properties is mandatory to minimize the potency of tree failure. Since the stand stability is influenced by biological and physical factors, multiple variables consisting of species characteristics (stem form), tree dimensions (height, diameter, and slenderness coefficient), and tree health were used as parameters of tree health. The aim of this study is to examine the health condition of trees located in XIV.G Bali Botanical Garden and to identify the most significant morphological character related to the result of tomograph measurement. A purposive sampling technique was adopted for locations which highly visited. A total of 80 trees were examined as samples to measure tree health. The evaluation used visual observation and tomograph technology. The result showed the most tree defect found were branches covered with epiphyte and moss. However, tomograph examination found only one tree classified at high risk (Bischofia javanica) and seven trees classified at medium risk (Syzygium polyanthum, Syzygium racemosum, Bischofia javanica, Pittosporum mollucanum, Pittosporum sp. and Dacrycarpus imbricatus (2 trees)). This study suggests the use of tree architecture model as the most significant morphological character on tree samples with medium decay.
Screening for ocular toxicity of hydroxychloroquine
Authors:   Cardiology Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, Romania, Maghiar Florin , Urma Madalina ,   Grigore T Popa”, University of Medicine Iasi, Romania, Chiriac Anca ,   Department of Dermato-Physiology, Apollonia University Iasi, Strada Muzicii nr 2, Iasi-700399, Romania
Published: April 2023

Background: Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is an antimalarial drug often employed in the treatment of various diseases, as a basic treatment for a prolonged period of time. Materials and Methods: Screening tests were analyzed in descending order of early detection of changes in HCQ toxicity. Results: The first ocular changes as a result of the toxicity of HCQ are those found during the visual field test, and the typical image of the fundus that highlights the bull’s-eye lesion signifies advanced, irreversible HCQ toxicity. Conclusion: Ophthalmologic screening is of great importance in daily practice. Physicians from different medical specialties should be aware of the side effects of HCQ and refer the patients to ophthalmology for screening and close follow-up. Key words: Hydroxychloroquine; Retinal toxicity; Screening
Extranasal T/NK lymphoma with a fatal outcome: A case report
Authors:   Department of Dermatology and Venereology, CHU Ibn Sina, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco, Ammar Najoua , Benzekri Laila ,   Department of Dermatology and Venereology, CHU Ibn Sina, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco, Omari Meryem ,   Department of Dermatology and Venereology, CHU Ibn Sina, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco
Published: April 2023

Extranodal T/NK lymphoma (LTNKEN) is a rare and aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma of high-grade malignancy. A distinction is made between the nasal forms, characterized by primary involvement of the nasal cavity, and the extranasal forms. Primary skin involvement is highly rare. Diagnosis is based on immunohistochemical studies. Treatment includes chemotherapy and radiotherapy. This type of lymphoma has a poor prognosis even with treatment. Herein, we report a Moroccan case of cutaneous T/NK lymphoma in a young patient with a primary cutaneous localization of fatal evolution. Key words: Lymphoma; Extranodal lymphoma; T/NK lymphoma; Non-hodgkin lymphoma
PAPASH Syndrome: The first case report from Syria
Authors:   Department of Dermatology, National Hospital, Lattakia, Syria, Al Soufi Lina , Fawal Heba ,   Department of Dermatology, National Hospital, Lattakia, Syria, Kassam2 Latifa ,   Faculty of Medicine, Tishreen Univesity, Lattakia, Syria
Published: April 2023

PAPASH syndrome is a rare autoinflammatory syndrome consisting of four essential components: pyogenic arthritis (PA), pyoderma gangrenosum (PG), acne (A), and suppurative hidradenitis (SH). The true etiology is unknown, yet genetic analysis has shown associations with PSTPIP1 mutations, which ultimately lead to elevations in interleukin-1 activity. Herein, we report a case of painful ulcers in a 47-year-old Syrian male located on the legs and swelling of both ankles, with a bad condition and hyperthermia. He also had a history of acne, suppurative hidradenitis, fistulas, and abscesses in the buttock area. The results of skin biopsy, laboratory testing, joint aspiration, and poor responding to antibiotic treatment excluded the infective nature of the case. To our knowledge, this was the first case of PAPASH syndrome diagnosed in Syria. Key words: PAPASH syndrome; Pyoderma gangrenosum; Hidradenitis suppurativa; Hereditary autoinflammatory diseases; Acne
Verrucous squamous cell carcinoma complicating chronic intertrigo
Authors:   Department of Dermatology and Venerology, University Hospital Hassan II, Fez, Morocco, Boularbah Siham , Soughi1 Merem ,   Department of Dermatology and Venerology, University Hospital Hassan II, Fez, Morocco, Oujdi1 Sabrina ,   Department of Dermatology and Venerology, University Hospital Hassan II, Fez, Morocco
Published: April 2023

Verrucous carcinoma (VC) is a rare form of differentiated squamous cell carcinoma. These carcinomas are usually oral, laryngeal, nasal, or genital, yet may be located anywhere on the integument. Its differential diagnosis is difficult and requires the confrontation of clinical and anatomopathologic data. It is a slowly growing and locally aggressive tumor. Its etiological factors are trauma, chemical carcinogens, human papillomavirus (HPV), and chronic inflammatory skin conditions. Herein, we report a case of verrucous carcinoma on chronic intertrigo. Key words: Verrucous carcinoma; Chronic intertrigo; Dermoscopic
Psoriasis worsening related to COVID-19 vaccination: Report from a single-center
Authors:   Dermatology Department, Cadi Ayyad University, Mohammed the VIth University Hospital, Marrakech, Morocco, Boubnane Ibtissame , Faras Soumaya ,   Dermatology Department, Cadi Ayyad University, Mohammed the VIth University Hospital, Marrakech, Morocco,   Bioscience and Health Laboratory, Cadi Ayyad University, Mohammed the VIth University Hospital, Marrakech, Morocco, Aboudourib Maryam ,   Dermatology Department, Cadi Ayyad University, Mohammed the VIth University Hospital, Marrakech, Morocco,   Bioscience and Health Laboratory, Cadi Ayyad University, Mohammed the VIth University Hospital, Marrakech, Morocco
Published: April 2023

Background: Recently, reports have described cases of the onset or exacerbation of psoriasis related to COVID-19 vaccination. In this study, we sought to describe the clinical features and evolutionary aspects of psoriasis exacerbation after COVID-19 vaccination. Materials and Methods: This was a prospective and descriptive study conducted over a period of eighteen months at the Department of Dermatology and Venereology of the Mohammed VI University Hospital in Marrakech. We included all patients followed for psoriasis who received at least one dose of Sinopharm, AstraZeneca, or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Results: A total of 148 patients were included in the study, among which 69 received a Sinopharm vaccine, 48 received an AstraZeneca vaccine, and 31 received a Pfizer vaccine. The mean age was 49 years. There were 82 males and 66 females, giving a sex ratio of 1.6. The comorbidities included hypertension in 27.7% of the cases, diabetes in 14.8%, dyslipidemia in 10.8%, and thyroiditis in 2%. Eight exacerbations of psoriasis after COVID-19 vaccination were noted. The mean duration of lesion development was 11.5 days. The vaccines involved were Sinopharm in 5 patients and AstraZeneca in 3 patients. The median PASI before vaccination was 7.8 and the median PASI after vaccination was 20.5. Three patients presented with severe erythematous lesions requiring hospitalization and the introduction of systemic therapy. Extension of the lesions to localized psoriasis was noted in five patients. Conclusion: COVID-19 vaccination may be a trigger for psoriasis, as suggested by multiple studies. However, these events should in no way contraindicate vaccination in patients with psoriasis. Key words: vaccination; COVID-19; psoriasis; exacerbation
Atopic dermatitis: Epidemiological and clinical aspects and the associated factors in Yaoundé, Cameroon
Authors:   Higher Institute of Sciences and Health, Université des Montagnes, Cameroon, Ebeng Indira , Nkoro Grace ,   Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Université of Yaoundé 1, Cameroon, Tounouga Dahlia ,   National University Teaching Hospital of Cotonou, Benin
Published: April 2023

Background: Atopic dermatitis (AD) or atopic eczema is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis characterized by intense pruritus and skin xerosis. Its prevalence is increasing in low-income countries and it has a major socio-economic impact. However, very few studies have included all age groups, and knowledge of factors associated with AD remains limited in our context. We, therefore, conducted a study to assess the epidemiological aspects and factors associated with AD in hospitals in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Methods: This was a cross-sectional, analytical study conducted from December 2020 to July 2021 in four health facilities in Yaoundé. All patients consulting at dermatology departments with signs of AD and freely consenting were included. Sociodemographic, environmental, and clinical data was studied and analyzed with SPSS, version 26, with a significance level of p < 0.05. Results: Among the 248 patients enrolled, 84 suffered from AD. These were mainly children (64.3%) and female (sex ratio: 0.4). The mother’s occupation (housewife, retired, private sector employee), the participant’s and father’s level of education, a history of asthma in siblings, and a history of flexural fold lesions were associated with AD. Conclusion: AD is more common in children and is strongly related to socio-demographic factors. Key words: Atopic dermatitis; Sociodemographic factors; Associated factors; Yaoundé; Cameroon
Analysis on magnetic coupling characteristics and carrying capacity of superconducting rotor magnetic levitation structure
Authors: Zhang Yuan , Hu Xin-Ning , Cui Chun-Yan , Cui Xu , Niu Fei-Fei , Huang Xing , Wang Lu-Zhong , Wang Qiu-Liang ,   Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China,   School of Electronics, Electrical and Communication Engineering, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China,   Ganjiang Innovation Academy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ganzhou 341119, China
Published: April 2023

The high-speed rotating superconducting rotor can be used as a sensor to measure angular speed or angular position. Mass unbalance and oblateness of superconducting rotor are the main error sources to measure angular speed or angular position. General Electric company has developed an superconducting rotor magnetic suspension device with an accuracy of 0.005° per hour, but its rotor structure is very complex. So it is difficult to process and assemble with extremely small mass-unbalance and small oblateness, which limits the further improvement of its accuracy. According to this, in this paper we introduce a magnetic support structure with a simple superconducting rotor compared with rotor made by General Electric company. The rotor sphere is a closed structure with no theoretical mass eccentricity. Its electromagnetic structure is simpler than General Electric company’s, and the stator coil is the torquer coil at the same time. The stator coil is used to accelerate the rotor, while the torquer is used to make the rotor erect. Based on the theory of superconducting electrodynamics and the finite element method, the characteristics of the magnetic suspension structure are analyzed. The magnetic field coupling effect of the stator and the suspension coils on the surface of the superconducting rotor are studied, and their influence on magnetic supporting force is also analyzed. The current direction of the two suspension coils should be opposite, otherwise the rotor will produce forced vibration, which will make it difficult to accelerate the superconducting rotor. Then the magnetic circuit theory and the finite element method are used to model the magnetic circuit of the magnetic levitation structure, and the critical carrying capacity of the magnetic suspension structure is calculated and the optimal suspension conditions are given. Finally, a method to optimize its carrying capacity is designed. Therefore, the currents of the suspension coils are controlled by the acceleration of superconducting cavity. Through this method, the maximum bearing capacity of the magnetic levitation structure can be increased by 78% compared with that of fixed optimal suspension current support. The analysis results provide a reference for the structural design and optimization of the superconducting rotor magnetic levitation system.
Tax Avoidance: planejamento tributário de uma empresa do ramo de usinagem do município de Patos de Minas-MG
Authors: Da Silva Márcia Jeane Ferreira , Do Amaral Ana Clara Fonseca , Pereira Humberto Gomes , Lima Mônica de Souza , Sousa Ícaro Viterbre Debique , Sousa Heron Viterbre Debique , Campos André Ernesto , De Morais Alessandra Fonseca
Published: April 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo identificar, por meio do planejamento tributário, qual o melhor regime de tributação a ser adotado por empresa do ramo de usinagem, considerando os regimes do Simples Nacional e Lucro Presumido. Este estudo foi aplicado em uma empresa que, desde sua constituição, é optante pelo regime do Simples Nacional e possui atividade de comércio, indústria e prestação de serviços. O artigo faz uso da descrição dos dados amostrados conjuntamente com a utilização de teste de diferenças de médias de Mann Whitney o que a classifica como uma pesquisa descritiva, de natureza quantitativa, desenvolvida através de dados documentais e por meio do estudo de caso em que se realizou a análise de dados referentes ao ano 2019, tais como: Balanço Patrimonial, DRE, DeSTDA e Defis. A partir das análises e da execução dos cálculos dos tributos, considerando o ano de 2019, levando em conta o planejamento por meio do framework de Sholes, se constatou que, em relação aos tributos e aos custos o lucro presumido, se torna mais oneroso, sendo neste caso, o Simples Nacional o regime ainda mais vantajoso para a empresa amostrada.
Análise da aplicação de estratégias de marketing de conteúdo em redes sociais: uma pesquisa-ação
Authors: Galante Maria Eduarda Alves , Pakes Paulo Renato , Da Rocha Tiago Soares
Published: April 2023

Com o avanço da tecnologia, os hábitos de consumo e estratégias de marketing mudaram, o que exige dos empreendimentos novas abordagens para o ambiente digital. Nesse contexto, este estudo utilizou a pesquisa-ação para aplicar estratégias de marketing de conteúdo em 2 empreendimentos em um canal digital e analisar seus resultados. Os principais resultados indicaram um aumento significativo nos indicadores de desempenho da página, principalmente quando combinados com estratégias de marketing digital. Como conclusão, observou-se que o Instagram é um meio promissor para negócios, permitindo um contato mais próximo com clientes e aumentando a visibilidade da marca. Além disso, foi sugerida a melhoria da identidade visual das empresas e a utilização de métodos que comprovem a relação entre o uso das redes sociais e o aumento das vendas de negócios.
Avaliação da estrutura de transferência de tecnologia em instituições científicas, tecnológicas e de inovações (ICTS) da região norte do Brasil
Authors: Golçalves Clédison José , Silva Luan Carlos Santos , Belisario Luiz Fernando Barboza , Arruda Junior Luiz Mario
Published: April 2023

A inovação e tecnologia passaram a ser um tema muito importante para o desenvolvimento das economias dos países, tanto nos desenvolvidos quanto nos em desenvolvimento, pois o ganho com a capacitação tecnológica proporciona uma maior participação no mercado internacional e o fortalecimento do mercado interno. O objetivo do presente artigo buscou avaliar a estrutura de transferência de tecnologia em instituições científicas tecnológicas de inovações (ICTs) públicas da Região Norte do Brasil, mostrando a importância da formalização desses Núcleos de Inovação Tecnológica ao desenvolvimento dessas instituições. Trata-se de pesquisa do tipo descritiva, bibliográfica com abordagem qualitativa e quantitativa. A coleta de dados foi realizada através de questionário semiestruturado enviado às universidades públicas federais e Institutos Federais da região norte do Brasil. Por fim, esse estudo se justifica pela visibilidade do tema, bem como a necessidade de participação responsável por parte das universidades e institutos com ações necessárias para a gestão de transferência de tecnologia. Através da análise da pesquisa foi possível identificar que em todas as ICT’s os envolvidos possuem um amplo conhecimento em relação a transferência de tecnologia e por sua vez na dimensão meio ambiente foi o ponto fraco em todas, demonstrando que quanto à avaliação dos possíveis impactos ambientais das tecnologias e os retornos com seu uso para o meio ambiente não tem prioridade nas estruturas da ICT’s.
Capacidade de gestão pública e desenvolvimento municipal na região norte do Brasil: uma análise multivariada e espacial de indicadores
Authors: Borges Fabrini Quadros , Borges Fabrício Quadros , Lisbôa Educélio Gaspar , Pena Heriberto Wagner Amanajás , Do Amaral Maria Graciete Rodrigues , Monte Emerson Duarte , Da Silva João Marcio Palheta , Borges Silvane Vatraz
Published: April 2023

A investigação possui o objetivo de analisar as relações entre a capacidade de gestão pública e o desenvolvimento nos municípios da Região Norte do Brasil. O ambiente do planejamento e do controle na gestão pública estão inseridos em um amplo e relevante debate no Brasil para a construção de mecanismos capazes de aperfeiçoar regionalmente a capacidade de gestão municipal em favor da promoção do bem-estar das populações.Todavia, é imprescindível a compreensão das dinâmicas que envolvem as relações entre a gestão pública e o processo de desenvolvimento em cada região brasileira. Nesta perspectiva, por meio de um banco de dados que envolveu os 450 municípios da Região Norte do Brasil, a investigação questiona em que medida a capacidade de gestão municipal está relacionada ao desenvolvimento nos municípios da região Norte do Brasil. Na análise espacial do Índice de desenvolvimento Municipal (IDM), realizada por meio do Box Map, o estudo destacou indicativos de um perfil de cluster de elevado IDM nos Estados do Amazonas e do Pará. No tocante ao Índice de Capacidade de Gestão Municipal (ICGM), a investigação apontou a dimensão terceirização e informação como aquela que apresentou melhor nível de desempenho. O estudo mensurou para a Região Norte do Brasil um IDM de 0,166, classificado como crítico, e um ICGM de 0,358, classificado como em nível de Aler
Clomipramine Induced Extrapyramidal Symptoms: A Case Series
Authors: Mukherjee Disha , Khasnobis Madhurima , Ray Anirban
Published: April 2023

Extra Pyramidal Symptoms (EPS) are a group of symptoms that include dystonia, bradykinesia, tremor, akathisia, and tardive dyskinesia. They are caused by the blockage of D2 receptors in the nigro-striatal pathway and the imbalanced acetyl choline activity that results in the basal ganglia. It most likely happens when first-generation antipsychotics taken in large doses and some second-generation antipsychotics. A few tricyclic antidepressants, including amitriptyline and clomipramine, monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, such as phenelzine, and SSRIs, such as fluoxetine, may also cause EPS. Antiemetics (domperidone), antiepileptic medications like phenytoin and carbamazepine, and anti-migraine medications like sumatriptan are a few additional causes of EPS. Schizophrenia patients who have never been prescribed medication may also exhibit similar movement problems. The tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) clomipramine is a tertiary amine that has potent D2 blocking and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor characteristics. Constipation, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, tachycardia, sweating, arrhythmia, and seizures at high doses are common side effects associated with clomipramine. In this case series, three patients from different age groups are presented, the first one being a 38-year-old female with a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia, the second one was a 26-year-old male with the obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)- washer type, and the third one was a 62-year-old female with dementia all of whom developed signs of EPS like dystonia, bradykinesia and tremors following the introduction of clomipramine. In all the patients, the drug was stopped and the patients were cured. This case series stresses that a clinician should be cautious about the possibility of extrapyramidal side effects while using the TCA Clomipramine which is commonly known for its anticholinergic side effects.
Ultrasonographic Evaluation and Clinicobiochemical Association in Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Disease in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Dwarampudi Sindhu Reddy , Satapathy Gitanjali , Sen Kamal Kumar , Panda Sangram
Published: April 2023

Introduction: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrinological disorder characterised by a combination of polycystic ovarian morphology, diverse clinical features, and abnormal biochemical indices that affects women of reproductive age. Aim: To assess the sonographic appearance of ovaries and endometrium in clinically suspected cases of PCOS and to determine the association between the sonographic appearance of ovaries and endometrium with the clinical and hormonal profile of the patient. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study included 53 female patients in the reproductive age group (18-35 years) who were referred to the Department of Radiology, Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India for pelvic ultrasonography in clinical suspicion of PCOS from September 2020 to September 2022. All patients underwent transabdominal sonography, only married individuals with abdominal obesity underwent transvaginal ultrasonography. Complete biochemical hormonal analysis was performed. Association between volume, size of the ovary, number of follicles, and stromal thickness with hormones like Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Luteinising Hormone (LH), testosterone, prolactin, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) was analysed. All continuous variables were expressed as mean±standard deviation and categorical variables as percentages. Chi-square test was used for statistical analysis. Results: The mean age was 25.60±4.09 years and the majority 26 (49.1%) were between 18 to 25 years and presented with menstrual abnormalities. Volume of ovary was ≥10 cc in 41 (93.18%) patients with LH >6.7 IU/mL which was statistically significant (p=0.03) and LH/FSH ratio was >2:1 in 30 patients of which 28 (93.3%) had ovarian volume ≥10 cc which was statistically significant (p=0.03). A number of follicles >12 showed a significant association with LH (p=0.04), LH/FSH (p=0.01), testosterone (p=0.002). Stromal thickness also showed significant association with LH (p=0.018), LH/FSH (p=0.001), testosterone (p=0.04). Conclusion: Predominant patients with PCOS had enlarged ovaries with multiple (>12), small-sized (<9 mm) peripherally arranged follicles and low FSH and elevated LH, LH/FSH ratio, testosterone, TSH, and prolactin levels.
Deciphering Deep Neck Space Infections and its Management: A Case Series
Authors: . Nitha , Tavvala Ajitha , Swarnapriya M , Nair Reshma Radhakrishnan , Famida PA
Published: April 2023

Deep Neck Space Infections (DNSI), which affect the potential deep cervical spaces often have a rapid onset and given their lifethreatening complications, pose a significant challenge. For the most part, these infections arise from local extension of infections from a septic foci which is mostly of odontogenic and periodontal origin. A case series of neck space infections, their presentation, management and recovery is presented here. Although Contrast-Enhanced Computed Tomography (CECT) scan has been touted as a routine investigation of deep neck infections, it is found that imaging by ultrasound saves time and resources and is of immense diagnostic value in localising and delineating the exact space involved and detecting impending complications so as to pre-empt it. Also, true to the maxim, “…never let the sun set on an undrained abscess”, surgical drainage on the first day even in stable cases followed by an empiric course of high dose broad spectrum antibiotics resulted in faster recovery
A Case Study on Sustainable Production and Use of Compressed Air in European Industrial Sites of Medium-sized
Authors: Thomas Bryan
Published: April 2023

Due to the urgency in climate change, the industry is mobilized to reduce its greenhouse gases. Compressed air represents nearly 10% of electricity used in industry. The research was carried out in an industrial food site in Europe. This research includes a case study and gives a specific approach and methodology to optimize environmental and economic impact of compressed air production and uses in an industrial site. The installation of this case study contains different type of compressed air, dryers, and filters. Each equipment has been subject to specific monitoring and analysis. Several actions have been identified for reducing carbon emissions by 69 tons such as: reduction of the compressed air pressure of the system, isolation of packaging lines when they are not running, implementation of pumps for vacuum generation on packaging lines, installation of smart management device and a heat recovery system. Financial savings are around 44 000 euros, and the average payback is below 3 years.
Fish Gills as Morphological Indicators of Exposure to Four Environmentally Relevant Pharmaceuticals
Authors: Olarinmoye Oluwatosin Modupe, , A. Badmos Lateef
Published: April 2023

Pharmaceuticals are a fast-emerging class of environmentally relevant contaminants of concern, due to their ubiquitous presence in surfaces waters consequent on human and veterinary use. Their relatively unknown effects on non-target organisms and probable deleterious effects on ecosystem health and complexity make it necessary to develop the use of simple early warning detection systems to validate their probable presences in the aquatic environmental niche.. In this paper, we present the results of the effects on the gills of a local farmed catfish species, Clarias gariepinus of four pharmaceuticals detected in the Lagos lagoon at concentrations exceeding determined no observed effect concentrations (noec) in literature. Histopathological changes observed included lamellar hyperplasia, hypertrophy, epithelial lifting, necrosis and atrophy. This study validates the continuing histological utility of fish gills as sensitive indicators of exposure to xenobiotics, and the inherent capacity of pharmaceutical residues in water to elicit detectable pathologies in various fish organs, even at extremely low concentrations.
Evaluation of Clinico-Epidemiological Profile & Associated Risk Factors in Pediatric Inguinal Hernia
Authors: Alam Md. Zahangir , Khatun Most. Fatema , Amin Md. Bani , Aryal Ashok
Published: April 2023

Among the most prevalent pediatric surgical issues are inguinal hernias and hydroceles. The causes of both the hernia and the hydrocele are the same. For this reason, most cases of inguinal hernia in children are indirect hernias caused by a patent processus vaginalis. Fluid accumulation in a sac like that of the scrotum may be the consequence of patent processus vaginalis or an abnormality in the secretion and absorption processes of the tunica vaginalis. Yet, despite the prevalence of inguinal hernias and hydroceles in children, there has been a paucity of research on these conditions in Bangladesh. In this study our main goal is to evaluate clinico-epidemiological profile & associated risk factors in pediatric inguinal hernia. The purpose of this research was to observe the frequency with which inguinal hernias and hydroceles occurred in children who were admitted to and treated at the Paediatric Surgery Department of Tertiary Hospital Dhaka between January 2020 and December 2021. Children of any age or gender who were diagnosed with inguinal hernia or hydrocele were included in the research. One hundred kids with inguinal hernia or hydrocele were hospitalised and had surgery over this time period. During the study, 60% were in 11-18 years age group, 55% were male and 35% were in middle income group. 55% children right sided inguinal hernia. 25% patient’s mother had inguinal hernia followed by 21% patient’s mother had connective tissue disorder 41% were preterm babies, 80% cases had right side hydrocele. Moreover, there was significant association were seen among preterm babies, times of presentation and hydrocele by side: with inguinal hernia occurrence in children. Plus 85% gone through open operation procedure and 24% patients had financial constraints. Also 20%,21% treated by homeopathic medicine and traditional healer respectively and 23% relactant to treatment due to fear of surgery. Inguinal hernias and congenital hydroceles are two of the most common conditions that lead to the referral of children for paediatric surgical treatment. The majority of the hydroceles dissolve on their own over the course of time. As a consequence of this, a time period of vigilant waiting is warranted. It is suggested that surgery be performed as soon as possible after the diagnosis of an inguinal hernia in order to reduce the risk of any potential complications.