bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
FLUTICASONE FUROATE AND VILANTEROL (FF/VI) VERSUS FLUTICASONE PROPRIONATE AND FORMOTEROL (FP/FM) AS MAINTENANCE THERAPY IN STABLE ASTHMATIC PATIENTS- A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors:   Department of Respiratory Medicine, Santhiram Medical College And General Hospital, Nandyal., Kanchana Kolli , Chakradhar P. ,   Department of Respiratory Medicine, Santhiram Medical College And General Hospital, Nandyal.
Published: October 2024

Background: Fluticasone furoate (FF) is a novel long-acting inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). Vilanterol (VI) is a longÃ¢Â€Âacting beta2Ã¢Â€Âagonist (LABA) that binds to the beta2Ã¢Â€Âadrenoceptor on the airway smooth muscle, producing bronchodilation. The corticosteroid fluticasone propionate (FP)and the long-acting ÃŽÂ²Ã¢Â‚Â‚-adrenoceptor agonist (LABA) formoterol fumarate (FM) have been combined in a single, pressurized, metered-dose, aerosol inhaler for the maintenance treatment of patients aged Ã¢Â‰Â¥12 years with persistent asthma.This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of Fluticasone furoate 100 mcgandVilanterol 6 mcg versus Fluticasone proprionate 250 mcg and Formoterol 25 mcg for 12 weeks in patients with persistent asthma as maintenance therapy. Methods and Materials: A hospital based comparative study was conducted among stable asthmatic patients attended to Santhiram Medical College and General Hospital, Nandyal during January 2024 to June 2024(6months) by using convenient sampling method with sample size 60. Study tool was pre-designed, pre-tested, asthma control questionnaire5 (ACQ5),asthma control test (ACT) and Ask 12 adherence barrier survey. Results: Among 60 patients, 30 patients (Group1) were given Fluticasone furoate and Vilanterol and another 30 patients (Group 2) were given Fluticasone proprionate and Formoterol. All the patients (both the treatment groups) completed the 12 weeks treatment period. Improvements from baseline in 0- to 24-h wmFEV1 were observed with both FF/VI (376 mL) and FP/FM (353 mL) the adjusted mean treatment difference was not statistically significant. There were no differences between 0- to 4-h serial wmFEV1, asthma control test, ACQ5 and Ask 12 adherence barrier survey. There was no difference in reported exacerbations between treatments. Adverse events reported in the present study were not significant. Both treatments were well tolerated. Conclusion: The present study shows that the efficacy of once daily Fluticasone furoate and Vilanterol was not inferior as compared to the efficacy of twice daily Fluticasone proprionate and Formoterol as maintenance therapy in stable asthmatic patients. Howevertreatment with once daily FF/VI has the advantage of forgetfulness and inconvenience of inhalation.Henceonce daily FF/VI can be also useful for stable asthmatic patients as maintenance therapy as FF/VI DPI treatment.
IMPACT OF FOUR FAT-RICH INFANT FLOURS ON LIPID AND ATHEROGENIC PROFILE OF WISTAR RATS
Authors:   Laboratory of Biotechnology Agriculture and Valorization of Biological Resource, UFR Biosciences, Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, 22 BP 582 Abidjan, Cote dIvoire., Natia Joseph Kouadio , Ebah Carine Assoumou ,   Laboratory of Biotechnology Agriculture and Valorization of Biological Resource, UFR Biosciences, Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, 22 BP 582 Abidjan, Cote dIvoire., Ndjomon Paterne Rougbo ,   Laboratory of Biotechnology Agriculture and Valorization of Biological Resource, UFR Biosciences, Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, 22 BP 582 Abidjan, Cote dIvoire., Ange Laeticia Jocelyne Kouadio ,   Laboratory of Biotechnology Agriculture and Valorization of Biological Resource, UFR Biosciences, Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, 22 BP 582 Abidjan, Cote dIvoire., Gnahoue Goueh ,   Ecole Normale Superieure (ENS) Abidjan, Laboratoire Biochimie Microbiologie (Section SVT), Abidjan, Cote-dIvoire., Kouassi Aboutou Severin Kra ,   Laboratory of Biotechnology Agriculture and Valorization of Biological Resource, UFR Biosciences, Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, 22 BP 582 Abidjan, Cote dIvoire., Sebastien Niamke ,   Laboratory of Biotechnology Agriculture and Valorization of Biological Resource, UFR Biosciences, Felix Houphouet-Boigny University, Abidjan, 22 BP 582 Abidjan, Cote dIvoire.
Published: October 2024

Dietary fat content influences serum lipid parameters and the incidence of cardiovascular and coronary heart disease. The point of this study was to find out what happened to Wistar rats serum lipid profiles and atherogenic indices when they ate a high-fat PASLoc meal after they had been on a restricted diet. Forty-two male rats, 80 Â± 5 days of age, were subjected to 19 days of food restriction and then fed PASLoc infant formula for 14 days. Blood samples from the rats were taken at the end of the periods of not eating and eating so that serum lipid constants (total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides) could be found and predictive parameters for atherosclerotic and coronary heart disease could be calculated. The results showed that dietary restriction led to an imbalance in serum parameters, with LDL cholesterol (0.11 Â±0.01), HDL cholesterol (0.35 Â±0.08), total cholesterol (0.60 Â±0.07), and triglycerides (0.44 Â±0.08) all decreasing. At the end of the dietary experiment, these constants improved according to the standards recommended for rats. Consumption of PASLoc flours had no negative effect on the Castelli indices (CRI-I and CRI-II), the atherogenic coefficient (CA), or the atherogenic plasma index (AIP). The fats contained in these flours do not represent an atherogenic health risk for children.
EVOLUTION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ANESTHESIA AND ITS PATH FORWARD
Authors: Kapoor Sameer , Arvind Arushi , Kloub Ghassan , Mahendra Parekh Shrutika , Khalafallah Susan , Hammam Hekmat
Published: October 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has brought a paradigm shift in patient management in the modern healthcare industry. This narrative literature review aims to explore the evolution of AI in the field of anesthesia and discuss its potential path forward. The increased demand for personalized care, smart decision-making tools, precision in practice, and growth in telemedicine, particularly in the realm of perioperative care, has brought AI to the forefront. By examining the existing research and applications of AI in anesthesia, this review seeks to provide insights into the current state of AI technology, its applications, implications for practicing clinicians, and the challenges and limitations that need to be addressed for its successful integration into perioperative care. This review encourages interdisciplinary teamwork between anesthesiologists, technologists, engineers, and technicians to simplify the complexities of AI implementation, address ethical issues, mitigate risks, and ensure safe perioperative care.
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN DISORDERED EATING BEHAVIOURS AND SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE IN YOUNG ADULTS A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: Kavya Dr. , N. Dr. Mruthyunjaya , Shaikh Dr. Manal , T.M Dr. Kiran
Published: October 2024

Background: Disordered eating behaviours(DEB) have increased significantly in recent times, especially among young adults. These behaviours are the result of several variables, including conventional beauty ideals. Social media plays a significant role by popularizing unrealistic beauty standards. The correlation between DEB and the use of social media has not been adequately explored in young adults. Methodology: Data from engineering students (n = 690 mean age = 19.5) was collected. Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26) was used to determine DEB and social media disorder (SMD) scale was used to determine disordered social media usage. Chi-square test was applied to find the association between DEB and problematic usage of social media. Results: Out of 690 sample size, 53.6 % of the sample were female and 46.4% were male. DEB were reported by 44.2% of which 15.2% were female and 29.0% were male with dieting being the most common disordered eating behavior. A total of 31.9% reported problematic or disordered social media usage of which 15.2% were female and 16.7% were male. A Significant association was found between DEB and disordered social media usage with p value=0.000 and áµ¡Â² value= 15.06. A Significant association was also found between DEB and male sex with p value=0.000 and áµ¡Â² value= 16.2. Conclusion: The results of this study point to a correlation between DEB and problematic usage of social media in young adults.
GIANT OMPHALOCELE ABOUT A CASE
Authors:   Gynaecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy Department, Souissi Maternity Hospital, IBN SINA University Hospital, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Lghamour Khalid , Lakhdar Amina ,   Gynaecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy Department, Souissi Maternity Hospital, IBN SINA University Hospital, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Zraidi Najia ,   Gynaecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy Department, Souissi Maternity Hospital, IBN SINA University Hospital, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Baidada Aziz ,   Gynaecology-Obstetrics and Endoscopy Department, Souissi Maternity Hospital, IBN SINA University Hospital, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco.
Published: October 2024

We report the case of a giant omphalocele 10 cm in diameter diagnosed by ultrasound in the obstetric emergency department in a patient with a full-term pregnancy in labor, in whom an emergency cesarean section was indicated with fetal extraction, performance of emergency neonatal care, coverage of the omphalocele with non-adherent wet compresses and management by the pediatric surgeon with the result of uncomplicated operative sequelae without complications.
EFFECTS OF EXERCISE TRAINING ON THE AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM IN HYPERTENSION: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
Authors:   Dr. D.Y Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pimpri Pune: 411018., Raina Sakshi , Deshmukh Mayura ,   Dr. D.Y Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pimpri Pune: 411018., Palekar Tushar ,   Dr. D.Y Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pimpri Pune: 411018.
Published: October 2024

Background: Cardiovascular diseases, significant health burdens globally, and conditions, including prevalent heart failure and hypertension, lead to increased hospitalizations, especially in the elderly, and account for substantial medical expenditures in developed nations. The emergence of hypertension as major global health challenges has intensified the focus on understanding and managing these conditions. Central to this endeavour is the exploration of the autonomic nervous systems role, particularly sympathetic nerve activity (SNA), in the pathophysiology of these diseases.Exercise training, a key non-pharmacological approach, has shown promise in mitigating these effects and reducing CVD risks, though the exact mechanisms remain under investigation. Objectives: To evaluate the effects of exercise training on sympathetic nervous activity on hypertensive individuals Method:A comprehensive review of observational, experimental, randomized control trial, cross-sectional studies were performed. SCOPUS, Google scholar, EBSCO and PubMed were searched using the terms exercise training, autonomic nervous activity, hypertension. Result: A total of 426 studies were identified of which 13 studies were published between 2010-2023 and were included in the study. Out of 426 studies, 12 studies which were included in our study showed positive effects of exercise training on the autonomic nervous system on hypertensive individuals Conclusion: This study concluded that there is significant relation between the exercise training and autonomic nervous system in hypertension.
LEFT VENTRICULAR NON COMPACTION CARDIOMYOPATHY ASSOCIATED WITH MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE
Authors:   Cardiology Center, Department of Non-Invasive Testing, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Ouaouicha H. , Bahri L. El ,   Cardiology Center, Department of Non-Invasive Testing, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Lokman H. ,   Cardiology Center, Department of Non-Invasive Testing, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Zaimi A. ,   Cardiology Center, Department of Non-Invasive Testing, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Asfalou I. ,   Cardiology Center, Department of Non-Invasive Testing, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco., Benyass A. ,   Cardiology Center, Department of Non-Invasive Testing, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco.
Published: October 2024

Left ventricular non compaction (LVNC) is a rare condition characterized by prominent ventricular trabeculations and intertrabecular recesses,Mitral regurgitationwhen present is usually a result of annular dilation, mitral valve prolapse due to chordae tendinae rupture is quite rare.We present the case of a 48 year old male with no medical history who presented with worsening exertional dyspnea classified as NYHA class III. The physical examination found a systolic murmur heard at the apex. Transthoracic echocardiography and cardiac magnetic resonance confirmed the diagnosis of Left ventricular non compaction associated with posterior mitral valve prolapse with severe mitral regurgitation and preserved ventricular function who was successfully operated and found asymptomatic during the follow up.
CASE REPORT: GIANT HYDATID CYST OF THE LIVER IN A YOUNG PATIENT: SURGICAL MANAGEMENT AND LONG-TERM FOLLOW-UP
Authors: Zakaria El Mouatassim , Ali Kada , Ismail Lafrani , Omar Mkira , Amine Elbouazizi , Yassine Elbouazizi , Youssef Elyaacoubi , Hamza Sekkat
Published: October 2024

Hydatid disease, caused by the parasite Echinococcus granulosus, remains a significant public health issue in endemic areas, especially in rural settings. This report presents the case of an 18-year-old female patient residing in a rural area, with no significant medical history, who developed a symptomatic hepatic hydatid cyst. The patient was treated surgically without preoperative antiparasitic therapy and was placed on postoperative albendazole. The case highlights the importance of timely surgical intervention and long-term follow-up to prevent recurrence.
Analysis of changes in lower limb joints of athletes during the movement of wild horses’ mane parting based on biomechanics
Authors: Huang Juan
Published: October 2024

In the era of fitness, more and more young people are familiar with Taijiquan, a kind of physical fitness exercise. By conducting biomechanical analyses of the movements of Taijiquan, it is possible to exercise the body better. Numerous techniques in Taijiquan make it difficult to study each individually. Therefore, this paper studied the movement of “wild horses’ mane parting” in terms of biomechanics by analyzing the joint angle, stiffness, and impulse during this movement. Twenty male athletes were selected as subjects and divided into a professional group and a beginner group according to their training periods. High-speed cameras were used to shoot the “wild horses’ mane parting” movement. The angles of lower limb joints in these athletes were measured to calculate joint impulse and stiffness. The results showed that, compared with the professional group, there were significant differences in the adduction and abduction angle and the internal and external rotation angle between the beginner group and the professional group in the single-leg support movement stage (P< 0.05). There were also significant differences in joint impulse and stiffness (P< 0.05). Compared with beginners, long-term professional practitioners can make their movements more standardized. By comparing movements and data analysis, beginners can make their movements more standardized when practicing Taijiquan and avoid the risk of sports injury. The novelty of this article lies in the use of high-speed cameras to capture athletes’ movements, enabling accurate analyses of their joints and providing effective references for precise training.
Exploring the experiences of the overburden of water collection responsibility of rural women in Ghana
Authors: Apatinga Gervin Ane , Schuster-Wallace Corinne , Dickson-Anderson Sarah
Published: October 2024

Despite evidence emphasizing women's responsibility for collecting water in sub-Saharan Africa, more needs to be known about the gender-specific consequences of this obligation, especially in rural Ghana, where water inaccessibility is a persistent issue. Employing a community-based case study, this research aimed to explore the gendered consequences of women's water collection responsibility, using a coupled systems framework. Data were gathered from surveys and focus groups and analysed statistically and thematically, respectively. Key findings highlighted intersecting influences in women's water access and collection difficulties, including distance to water sources, poverty, and health issues. Results revealed that over 50% of women experienced multiple consequences, including physical and psychological injuries (>80%), animal attacks (≤12%), spousal violence (>40%), nutritional challenges (>30%), hygiene problems (>40%), and socioeconomic issues (>50%). Over half faced three to seven intersecting water-related consequences, which intensified their difficulty in accessing and collecting water. Differences were observed across sub-communities. Interestingly, not all men had knowledge of these consequences, highlighting the crucial need to broaden their understanding as part of the solution to ease women's burdens. Addressing sociocultural norms and the various factors influencing access through effective and gendered water management and planning is imperative to alleviate women's burdens and improve equitable access.
RSM Hybrid Modeling of a BSFC for a Single Cylinder Four Stroke CI
Engine Fueled with Nano-additives Added to Diesel-biodiesel Fuel Blends
Authors: Thakar Nishant S. , Patel Tushar M.
Published: October 2024

Introduction:

The expanding need for fossil fuels emphasizes the necessity to comprehend
renewable energy sources.

Methods:

This study examined the performance of a single-cylinder diesel engine using Jatropha biodiesel
and aluminum dioxide—the research aimed to evaluate engine reactivity to compression ratio
and load variations. The experiment employed with varitaion compression ratios.

Results:

This study used the Response Surface Methodology to find the best Brake Specific Fuel
Consumption performance indicator location. The researchers used a Central Composite Design setup
for analysis. A regression model employing the response surface approach was then created to
predict fuel phase-out likelihood.

Conclusion:

This study examines multiple factors' effect and highlights the potential for patentable
innovations in renewable fuel applications. According to studies, Jatropha biodiesel and its blends
may improve engine efficiency and lower brake-specific fuel consumption compared to diesel fuel.
Minor input parameter modifications are needed to gain these benefits.
Patterns of fostering religious moderation among students
Authors: Wiguna I Made Arsa , Perbowosari Heny , Widya Sena I Gusti Made , Subagya Agus , Asror Chozinatul
Published: October 2024

This research explores the pattern of fostering religious moderation among students at MAN 1 Jembrana use qualitative method.The coaching pattern are integration of religious moderation values into subjects like Akidah Akhlak, Mental Development Process through YouTube, Extracurricular and Co-curricular, the commitment of leaders and religious moderation coaches at MAN 1 Jembrana, and Harmony Ambassador Programs with an insight into local culture and religious literacy. The obstacles faced in fostering religious moderation are the parents' mindset and the existence of social media containing harmful content, also the behavior of individual religious figures do not align with the attitude of religious moderation.
Evaluating the connection between mean platelet volume (MPV) and peripheral arterial disease risk: a meta-analysis
Authors: Dharmawan Andronikus , Baskoro Ari
Published: October 2024

Background: Numerous studies have been conducted to evaluate the role of Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) in relation to Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). However, the results of these studies have been inconsistent regarding the significance of MPV as an indicator for PAD. Objective: This meta-analysis aimed to clarify the role of MPV in PAD by collecting and analyzing data from various studies. The goal was to provide a more definitive assessment of whether MPV levels could serve as a reliable indicator for PAD Methods: We conducted a meta-analysis from July to August 2024, utilizing data from three major databases: Scopus, Embase, and PubMed. We gathered data on MPV levels from studies comparing PAD patients with control groups. The meta-analysis included cumulative effect estimates, with analysis performed using the inverse variance method to synthesize data and evaluate the overall effect of MPV on PAD. Results: Nine studies were included in this meta-analysis, comprising 1,214 PAD cases and 6,568 controls. Our analysis demonstrated that MPV was a significant marker in PAD, with PAD patients having higher MPV levels compared to controls (MD: 0.46; 95%CI: 0.25, 0.66; p Egger: 0.0911; p Heterogeneity <0.0001; p <0.0001). Conclusion: Our findings support that MPV is an important indicator in the context of PAD. Further study is needed to explore the clinical applications of MPV in PAD and to establish standardized thresholds for its use in clinical practice. Keyword: diagnosis, mean platelet volume, peripheral disease, predictor
Effects of Ovariectomy on Kidney Injury in SDT Fatty Rats
Authors:   Department of Food and Nutritional Science, Graduate School of Agriculture, Tokyo University of Agriculture, Watanabe Kana , Saigo Yasuka ,   Laboratory of Animal Physiology and Functional Anatomy, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Sasase Tomohiko ,   Laboratory of Animal Physiology and Functional Anatomy, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Uno Kinuko ,   Laboratory of Animal Physiology and Functional Anatomy, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Miyajima Katsuhiro ,   Department of Food and Nutritional Science, Graduate School of Agriculture, Tokyo University of Agriculture,   Laboratory of Animal Physiology and Functional Anatomy, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Ohta Takeshi ,   Laboratory of Animal Physiology and Functional Anatomy, Graduate School of Agriculture, Kyoto University, Maekawa Tatsuya ,   Department of Nutritional Science and Food Safety, Faculty of Applied Biosciences, Tokyo University of Agriculture
Published: October 2024

Postmenopausal women are at a higher risk of developing diabetes, and estrogen can lower blood glucose levels. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of ovariectomy (OVX) on the pathology of diabetic nephropathy. Female SD rats and SDT fatty rat underwent bilateral OVX or sham treatment at 6 weeks of age, and their blood and kidneys were collected at 40 weeks of age for blood biochemical and histopathological analyses. OVX treatment resulted in a decrease in blood estradiol levels at 24 and 40 weeks of age. Histopathological analysis revealed that Sham-treated SDT fatty rats showed glomerular atrophy, adhesions, enlargement, mesangial cell proliferation, regenerated tubules, hyaline casts, Armani-Ebstein lesions, tubular dilatation, interstitial inflammatory cell infiltration, and fibrosis. OVX treatment slightly reduced glomerular atrophy and enlargement, renal tubular dilatation, and interstitial inflammatory cell infiltration, while slightly increased or exacerbated mesangial cell hyperplasia, tubular regeneration, and Armani-Ebstein lesions. The above findings suggest that SDT fatty rats are not a practical model to study postmenopausal diabetic nephropathy.
Videos in Short-Video Sharing Platforms as Sources of Information on Colorectal Polyps: Cross-Sectional Content Analysis Study
Authors: Guan Jia-Lun , Xia Su-Hong , Zhao Kai , Feng Li-Na , Han Ying-Ying , Li Ji-Yan , Liao Jia-Zhi , Li Pei-Yuan
Published: October 2024

Background

Short videos have demonstrated huge potential in disseminating health information in recent years. However, to our knowledge, no study has examined information about colorectal polyps on short-video sharing platforms.

Objective

This study aimed to analyze the content and quality of colorectal polyps-related videos on short-video sharing platforms.

Methods

The terms “肠息肉” (intestinal polyps) or “结肠息肉” (colonic polyps) or “直肠息肉” (rectal polyps) or “结直肠息肉” (colorectal polyps) or “大肠息肉” (polyps of large intestine) were used to search in TikTok (ByteDance), WeChat (Tencent Holdings Limited), and Xiaohongshu (Xingyin Information Technology Limited) between May 26 and June 8, 2024, and then the top 100 videos for each search term on different platforms were included and recorded. The Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) score, the Global Quality Scale (GQS), the modified DISCERN, and the Patient Education Materials Assessment Tool (PEMAT) were used to evaluate the content and quality of selected videos by 2 independent researchers. SPSS (version 22.0; IBM Corp) and GraphPad Prism (version 9.0; Dotmatics) were used for analyzing the data. Descriptive statistics were generated, and the differences between groups were compared. Spearman correlation analysis was used to evaluate the relationship between quantitative variables.

Results

A total of 816 eligible videos were included for further analysis, which mainly conveyed disease-related knowledge (n=635, 77.8%). Most videos were uploaded by physicians (n=709, 86.9%). These videos had an average JAMA score of 2.0 (SD 0.6), GQS score of 2.5 (SD 0.8), modified DISCERN score of 2.5 (SD 0.8), understandability of 80.4% (SD 15.6%), and actionability of 42.2% (SD 36.1%). Videos uploaded by news agencies were of higher quality and received more likes and comments (all P<.05). The number of collections and shares of videos about posttreatment caveats were more than those for other content (P=.03 and P=.006). There was a positive correlation between the number of likes, comments, collections, and shares (all P<.001). The duration and the number of fans were positively correlated with the quality of videos (all P<.05).

Conclusions

There are numerous videos about colorectal polyps on short-video sharing platforms, but the reliability and quality of these videos are not good enough and need to be improved.
Emerging Use of Social Media in Clinical Urology Practice in the 21st Century: Survey Study
Authors: Alfozan Mohammed , Alshahrani Saad , Alasmi Raed
Published: October 2024

Background

Social media (So-Me) platforms are valuable resources for health care professionals and academics to discover, discuss, and distribute current advances in research and clinical practices, including technology trends.

Objective

This study aims to assess the role of So-Me in urological practice in Saudi Arabia. It explores the influence of digital platforms on patient interaction, professional communication, decision-making, and education.

Methods

The survey was conducted among 145 urologists from July 2021 to July 2022 following institutional review board approval. A questionnaire designed using the SurveyMonkey platform examined urologists’ knowledge of So-Me. The survey was conducted using the CHERRIES (Checklist for Reporting Results of Internet E-Surveys) guidelines and was open for 17 weeks. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 21.0.

Results

Of the 145 participants, 70% (n=102) were Saudi Arabians. The most common age groups were 30‐40 (n=68, 46.8%) and 41‐50 (n=61, 42.2%) years, with a gender distribution of 44.8% (n=65) women and 55.2% (n=80) men. A total of 61.5% (n=89) of urologists reported using So-Me accounts for professional purposes, with 54.9% (n=80) sharing health-related information. Social media enhanced patient connections beyond clinic visits for 55.8% (n=81) of respondents, while 57.2% (n=83) used it to provide educational resources. Additionally, 56.5% (n=82) believed So-Me facilitated patient feedback and improved their practice. In terms of professional communication, 60.6% (n=88) of urologists agreed that So-Me facilitated collaboration with colleagues, while 63.3% (n=92) used it to stay updated on the latest advances in urology. Furthermore, 62% (n=90) followed professional societies or journals on So-Me, and 63.3% (n=92) used it for continuing medical education. A majority (n=94, 64.7%) reported that So-Me influenced treatment decisions based on new research findings, and 85.3% (n=124) learned about novel technologies and treatment options through these platforms. Regression analysis showed a significant positive correlation between gender and social media usage patterns (R=0.653, R2=0.426), indicating that approximately 42.6% of the differences in usage patterns can be attributed to gender. However, the Pearson χ2 analysis showed that gender did not significantly affect most aspects of social media use, except information sharing and participating in online discussions (both P<.05).

Conclusions

This study highlights the widespread use of So-Me among urologists in Saudi Arabia, underscoring its role in enhancing patient interaction, professional development, and clinical decision-making. Strategically designed health care programs using social media could improve and modernize professional and patient-centered care in Saudi Arabia through legislative assistance and guidelines.
Development, Implementation, and Evaluation Methods for Dashboards in Health Care: Scoping Review
Authors: Helminski Danielle , Sussman Jeremy B , Pfeiffer Paul N , Kokaly Alex N , Ranusch Allison , Renji Anjana Deep , Damschroder Laura J , Landis-Lewis Zach , Kurlander Jacob E
Published: October 2024

Background

Dashboards have become ubiquitous in health care settings, but to achieve their goals, they must be developed, implemented, and evaluated using methods that help ensure they meet the needs of end users and are suited to the barriers and facilitators of the local context.

Objective

This scoping review aimed to explore published literature on health care dashboards to characterize the methods used to identify factors affecting uptake, strategies used to increase dashboard uptake, and evaluation methods, as well as dashboard characteristics and context.

Methods

MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library were searched from inception through July 2020. Studies were included if they described the development or evaluation of a health care dashboard with publication from 2018‐2020. Clinical setting, purpose (categorized as clinical, administrative, or both), end user, design characteristics, methods used to identify factors affecting uptake, strategies to increase uptake, and evaluation methods were extracted.

Results

From 116 publications, we extracted data for 118 dashboards. Inpatient (45/118, 38.1%) and outpatient (42/118, 35.6%) settings were most common. Most dashboards had ≥2 stated purposes (84/118, 71.2%); of these, 54 of 118 (45.8%) were administrative, 43 of 118 (36.4%) were clinical, and 20 of 118 (16.9%) had both purposes. Most dashboards included frontline clinical staff as end users (97/118, 82.2%). To identify factors affecting dashboard uptake, half involved end users in the design process (59/118, 50%); fewer described formative usability testing (26/118, 22%) or use of any theory or framework to guide development, implementation, or evaluation (24/118, 20.3%). The most common strategies used to increase uptake included education (60/118, 50.8%); audit and feedback (59/118, 50%); and advisory boards (54/118, 45.8%). Evaluations of dashboards (84/118, 71.2%) were mostly quantitative (60/118, 50.8%), with fewer using only qualitative methods (6/118, 5.1%) or a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods (18/118, 15.2%).

Conclusions

Most dashboards forego steps during development to ensure they suit the needs of end users and the clinical context; qualitative evaluation—which can provide insight into ways to improve dashboard effectiveness—is uncommon. Education and audit and feedback are frequently used to increase uptake. These findings illustrate the need for promulgation of best practices in dashboard development and will be useful to dashboard planners.
An automated data collection process for constructing graph data relying on LLMs
Authors: Ho Ngoc Ton , Nguyen Hoang Son , Ngueyen Ngoc Minh Chau , Nguyen Pham Cuong
Published: October 2024

This paper introduces a process that is designed to harvest data automatically from a variety of online sources. The core of this process lies in its data-handling techniques, which include drawing, cleaning, deduplicating, extracting, and categorizing of raw data to convert unstructured data into a structured format represented and imported in a graph database. The data extraction step utilizes Large Language Model (LLMs) for Named Entity Recognition (NER). A case study on deploying course data collection illustrates the enhancements brought about by this automation, showcasing improvements in the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of updates in the course data. An evaluation carried out on the extraction and matching methods shows that the F1-score and precision rates are high. Overall, this study contributes to advancement of the field by providing a methodology for automating the collection and processing of online data sources, significantly improving the quality of data collection from online sources.
VQABG: Vietnamese question/answers benchmark generator for field-specific chatbot ground-truth dataset using EMINI (Exact Match wIth Numeric Information) indicator
Authors: NGO-HO Anh-Khoa , Vo Khuong-Duy , NGO-HO Anh-Khoi
Published: October 2024

Currently, the application of generative Artificial Intelligence for developing specialized chatbots in Vietnamese is an inevitable trend. However, one of the most challenging aspects of assessing the quality of Vietnamese chatbot products is creating a specialized benchmark in a question-and-answer format. Typically, this benchmark is manually crafted by industry experts, which can be extremely costly. In contrast, for English, we can use bag-of-words model toolkits and grammatical structure architectures to generate appropriate questions automatically based on pre-existing answers from the original data. However, there is almost no complete model available for this task in Vietnamese. Regarding quality assessment, this is usually performed manually by experts using Human Evaluation (HE) indicators, which is also costly. Therefore, the aim of this study is to propose an algorithmic architecture specifically designed for the Vietnamese language. This architecture will automatically generate a set of question-and-answer queries to create a benchmark, as well as facilitate the development of a mechanism for automatic, straightforward, cost-effective, and accurate quality assessment for Vietnamese chatbots. We refer to this system as the Vietnamese Question/Answers Benchmark Generator (VQABG) and propose an innovative evaluation indicator called the Exact Match with Numeric Information (EMINI).
Assessing the impact of the creative economy approach on economic growth: A case study of Pedekik Village
Authors: Ahmad Kharisma , Nurlaila Putri Silvi Alya , Nabawi Putri Sani , Wahyuni Annisa Sri , Nurhasanah Elis
Published: October 2024

This study aims to assess the impact of the creative economy approach on economic growth. However, the hypothesis testing results indicate that the influence of the creative economy on economic growth is not significant. This finding is supported by the results of simple linear regression analysis, which suggest a weak correlation between the creative economy and economic growth. It appears that the creative economy sector in the village of Pedekik lacks sufficient innovation, creativity, and novel inventions to effectively compete with evolving market trends. While it is believed that over time, the creative economy may gradually supplant commodities and natural resources as key contributors to the Indonesian economy, this study's findings do not support a direct influence of the creative economy on economic growth.
Exploring determinants of purchase intent for chinese steel and iron goods in Batam
Authors: Kesumahati Erilia , Fernado Fernado
Published: October 2024

This study aims to investigate the underlying reasons behind the heightened purchase inclination towards imported Chinese steel and iron products within Batam City. Given that iron and steel products emerged as one of the most extensively imported categories in 2020, they serve as the primary focus of this research. Data collection was conducted through Google Forms, completed by 211 building shop owners or managers. Analysis was carried out utilizing SPSS version 26.0.0, encompassing data quality assessment, classical assumption testing, and multiple linear analysis. The findings reveal that subjective norms and perceived behavioral control significantly and positively influence the purchase intention of Chinese steel and iron products.
Financial sector development and economic growth in Nigeria
Authors: Adekunle Oludayo Elijah , Yetunde Tonia Akindutire
Published: October 2024

This study employs the Autoregressive Distributed Lag technique (ARDL) to investigate the impact of financial sector development on economic growth in Nigeria, considering previously overlooked variables. The findings from the Bound Co-integration Test indicate a long-run relationship between financial sector development and economic growth. Specifically, credit to the core private sector, market capitalization, total savings, and monetary policy rate are identified as drivers of economic growth, while credit to the government hampers growth. The study concludes that financial sector development facilitates economic growth by mobilizing and channeling financial resources effectively to the core private sector. To further promote economic growth, the study recommends the formulation of effective policies to enhance capital market activities in mobilizing long-term idle funds. Additionally, the government should ensure the judicious utilization of credit provided by the financial sector. This study contributes to existing research by reaffirming the influence of financial development on economic growth and considering crucial variables such as credit to the core sector, credit to the government, and monetary policy rate.
From spirituality to innovation: How spiritual leadership drives mosque management innovation
Authors: Thoha Ahmad Faiz Khudlari , Hidayat Hidayat , Mauludi Mauludi
Published: October 2024

In recent years, there has been increased acknowledgment of spirituality in the workplace and its potential influence on organizational outcomes, including creative work behavior. This study examines the impact of spiritual leadership on driving innovative work behavior within mosque management teams in Surabaya, with a specific focus on the mediating role of spiritual well-being. Survey data from 106 team members were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), revealing that spiritual leadership positively influences creative work behavior, with spiritual well-being partially mediating this relationship. This research contributes to the existing literature on the intersection of spirituality and innovation by investigating how spiritual leadership fosters an innovative culture within mosque administration. Furthermore, it extends the application of spiritual leadership theory to religious non-profit organizations, an area that has remained unexplored. The findings have practical implications for mosque leaders and managers seeking to promote innovation within their organizations by emphasizing spiritual leadership and well-being to enhance their teams' innovation capabilities.
Pengaruh Penambahan Pasir Silika Kasar Terhadap Massa Jenis dan Daya Serap Air Batu Bata
Authors: Ro'uf Ahmad , Yulianto Agus , Astuti Budi
Published: October 2024

Batu bata merupakan material yang banyak dikenal masyarakat dan sering digunakan sebagai material penyusun dinding. Secara sederhana batu bata bisa dibuat hanya dengan tanah liat dan air. Namun, bahan campuran lain sering juga ditambahkan dalam pembuatan batu bata dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas batu bata. Dalam penelitian ini digunakan pasir silika kasar sebagai bahan campuran batu bata.  Proses pembuatan batu bata dilakukan secara tradisional dan setelah batu bata jadi dilakukan uji sifat tampak, uji massa jenis, dan uji daya serap air. Variabel yang digunakan merupakan perbandingan volume (ml) tanah liat dan pasir silika kasar sebesar 170:10, 160:20, 150:30, 140:40, 130:50, dan 120:60. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, semua sampel batu bata dengan bahan campuran pasir silika kasar memenuhi standar massa jenis, yaitu berada di rentang 1,60 gr/cm3 – 2,00 gr/cm3. Selain itu, daya serap air batu bata dengan pasir silika kasar dapat memenuhi standar dengan nilai daya serap air dibawah 20%. Namun, campuran pasir silika kasar menyebabkan permukaan batu bata tidak rata sehingga kurang cocok digunakan sebagai material dinding.
The Social Implication of Stigma on Divorcees in Sasak Society
Authors: Mutiah Riska , Syarifudin Muhammad
Published: October 2024

Women who identify as divorcees are frequently marginalized and treated as second-class citizens within society. Preliminary findings from this study reveal that divorcees encounter significant hardships resulting from stigmatization post-divorce. This stigmatization not only leads to social contempt but also exposes divorcees to verbal and even sexual violence from individuals around them. This research employs a qualitative phenomenological approach to explore (1) the manifestations of stigma against divorcees and (2) the social consequences of divorcee stigma within the Sasak community in Kec. Kopang, Kab. Lombok Tengah. The findings indicate that (1) divorcees face stigma from their communities, experiencing social contempt and ridicule due to their status. Additionally, some participants reported instances of sexual harassment, including receiving inappropriate images via chat from several male acquaintances, one of whom was a relative. Catcalling was also identified as a form of harassment. (2) The presence of this stigma has notable social implications by developing mechanisms of social distancing. The divorcees tend to distance themselves from others through two main strategies: reducing social interactions and by developing a resilient mentality towards the stigma, especially for those who must engage with others for professional reasons.
Feminist Impact via Chinese Social Media
Authors: Geng Changjian , Siswanto Hanif Abdurahman , Zhang Kailai , Hou Ming , Na Qiaosheng , Bustami Mohammad Reevany
Published: October 2024

This paper discusses the impact of feminism on women through the Chinese social media and e-commerce platform—Xiaohongshu. Sentiment and themes were categorized for 50 top posts of feminism, which ranged from feminism Comment, female power education to analysis of movie and news. The research reveals that different content categories, emotional tones, and commentator feedback significantly influence user engagement. This study is also an indication of active engagement and diversity of ideas on issues of feminism by young Chinese women. These findings offer valuable insights for content creators and platform operators, emphasizing the need to consider emotional and categorical dynamics in strategy development to optimize user experience and content dissemination on Xiaohongshu.
Community Empowerment pada Program One Product One RW (OPOR) Di Kota Cimahi
Authors: Kurniasih Dewi , Purfini Apriani Puti
Published: October 2024

The aim of this research is to optimize the community empowerment model in Cimahi City through the One Product One RW (OPR) program after the Covid-19 pandemic. After the Covid-19 pandemic, Cimahi City became one of the cities in West Java Province that was affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. It is hoped that by re-implementing the OPOR program, the community will be more efficient and able to compete to create a prosperous Cimahi City. descriptive research method with a Mixed Method Sequential Explanatory model approach. The data collection and processing process will predominantly use a quantitative approach, supported by an explanation of the qualitative approach. The survey results will be processed using SPSS version 20 and Ms. Excel, while the interview data will be processed using NVivo12. The research results for the implementation quality of the One Product One RW (OPOR) Program in Cimahi City in 2023 are at an implementation quality score of 85. A score of 85 for the implementation quality of the OPOR Program indicates high implementation quality. It can be identified that the highest score is in the dimension of compatibility between the user group and the OPOR implementing organization with an implementation quality score of 86.8. , an indicator with 93% of respondents agreeing that the OPOR Program needs to be evaluated if it is to be continued and an indicator with 88.4% of respondents agreeing that the OPOR Program will be continued. This value shows that more respondents tend to want the OPOR program to be evaluated first before continuing. If the OPOR Program is to be continued, note that there needs to be a grouping of participants based on their business clusters, because the implementation of OPOR in 2023 is considered to combine fashion clusters with food, drink and craft value is unfair in terms of assessment weight.
Artificial Neural Network Model For Optimization of Forecasting Material Inventory
Authors: Prastiya Denny Suci , Wahyuni Rossi Septy
Published: October 2024

The increasing competition in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry leads to demand fluctuations, negatively impacting the accuracy of demand forecasts and determining optimal lot sizes in material inventory planning. Many companies struggle to adopt appropriate forecasting models, resulting in poor accuracy and higher material costs. This study aims to develop an integrated model for forecasting and material planning using simulation. The artificial neural network (ANN) method is proposed to improve forecasting accuracy, with performance evaluated through mean percentage error (MAPE), mean absolute deviation (MAD), and mean squared error (MSE). The forecast results are then applied to optimize material inventory using the economic order quantity (EOQ) model, considering warehouse capacity constraints. The EOQ model is applied to adjust lot sizes under time-varying demand. The findings highlight the importance of integrating forecasting with inventory planning to provide accurate demand predictions and optimal lot sizing, ultimately minimizing material costs in the FMCG industry. This research contributes to better decision-making in supply chain management by enhancing forecasting accuracy and inventory optimization.