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A Selective and Sensitive Method for Simultaneous Quantification of Genotoxic Impurities in Penciclovir drug substance and its dosage forms using UPLC-MS/MS
Authors: Rao P.Y.G  , Sreenivasa Rao B  , Suresh Reddy K.V.N  , Sudhakar Ch
Published: October 2020

A selective, rapid and sensitive method was developed for the determination of genotoxic impurities (2-Amino-6-chloro purine and Bromo compound) in Penciclovir drug substance using RPUPLC-MS/MS. The chromatographic separation was performed on Kromasil C8 column (150 mm x 4.6 mm, 5 μm) maintained at 45°C using 0.1%formic acids in water as buffer and acetonitrile through gradient programme. The flow rate was maintained at 0.5mL/min with an injection volume of 10 μL. For the quantification of genotoxic impurities, positive-electrospray ionisation (ESI) mode was selected. Penciclovir and its impurities were well separated within the shortest run time of 16min. The chromatographic method was developed, and the results of all validation parameters showed that the technique is well confined to the limits of ICH guidelines. The method has high sensitivity, and the limit of detection was found to be as low as 0.15 and 0.30 ppm for 2-Amino-6-chloro purine and Bromo compound. The recovery of 2-Amino-6-chloro purine and Bromo compound are found in the range of 80-120%. The linearity of peak area versus concentration was demonstrated in the range of LOQ - 150% level of impurities with a correlation coefficient of 0.9999. The method has proved too robust by introducing minuscule changes in the chromatographic parameters. The method was successfully validated and applied for Penciclovir drug substances and their dosage forms to determine the mentioned genotoxic impurities.
Recent advances in Nanocrystal
Authors: Nikhil S Bhujbal  , Binoy Varghese Cheriyan
Published: October 2020

The biggest challenge in the discovery and fabrication of drugs nowadays is low solubility. Many new chemical entities have major therapeutic effects, increased performance, but due to poor water solubility their clinical applications are limited. This is why Nanocrystal technology to solve the issue of low aqueous solubility was established. Nanocrystal technology improves the rate of dissolution according to the surface area of the active medicinal substance by reducing its particulate size to the nano size level, maintaining the pharmaceutical crystal morphology and enhancing pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of different types of pharmaceuticals. Nanocrystals are prepared using the method down, up and down, spray drying and thus new techniques. Nanocrystals loaded as tablet or capsule. The obtained nanocrystal can be managed in different ways. Using freeze-drying or spray-drying to produce powder, which then is used for tabletting or other oral product, may usually be dried with nanocrystal.
Evaluation of medicinal uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of Bersama lucens (Hochst.) Szyszyl.
Authors: Alfred Maroyi
Published: October 2020

Bersama lucens (Hochst.) Szyszyl is a shrub or small tree with its different parts used traditionally to treat various diseases. Bersama lucens has been recorded in Eswatini, Mozambique and South Africa. The main aim of this review is to provide an overview and critical analysis of the medicinal uses, phytochemistry and biological activities of B. lucens. The information presented in this study was gathered using various databases such as PubMed, Taylor and Francis imprints, Springer, NCBI, Google scholar and Science direct, and review of books, journal articles and other scientific publications kept in the University library. The bark and root infusion or decoction of B. lucens are mainly used as a blood purifier, lice repellent and protective charm, and traditional medicine for stomach problems, leprosy, stroke, sexually transmitted infections, headache, infertility, nervous disorders, impotence and menstrual pain. The biological activities exhibited by B. lucens extracts include antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory activities. Documentation of the medicinal uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of B. lucens is vital as this information provides baseline data required for future research and development of health-promoting and pharmaceutical products. Future research should focus on detailed phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological screening, in vivo studies and clinical trials involving the crude extracts and phytochemical compounds isolated from the species.
Development and validation of colorimetric method for the determination of pregabalin in bulk and pharmaceutical formulations
Authors: Areej Abdelmonim Mohamed  , Tilal Elsaman  , Mohammed E Adam  , Elrasheed A Gadkariem  , Shaza W Shantier
Published: October 2020

A simple, accurate and precise colorimetric method was developed for the quantification of pregabalin (PGN) in bulk and pharmaceutical formulations. The method was based on the production of a colored complex by reacting PGN with ascorbic acid in DMSO solvent. The resultant complex exhibits absorption maxima at 390 and 532 nm. The factors that affect the complex development and stability were studied and optimized. The reaction stoichiometry of drug: reagent was found to be 1:2. The method was then validated according to ICH guidelines. Regression analysis of Beer's plot showed good correlation (r2 value more than 0.998) within a concentration range of 5-30μg/ml. Linearity was confirmed by standardized residuals versus fitted value plots using Minitab14 software. The limits of detection and quantification at 390 and 532nm were 1.34μg/ml, 1.09μg/ml and 4.05μg/ml, 3.294μg/ml, respectively. Added recovery measurements were found to be 100.04±2.07% and 99.58 ±1.98% at 390nm and 532nm, respectively, which reflect the accuracy of the method and freedom from interference (relative standard deviation values were less than or equal 0.2%). The average assay for the commercial capsule preparation (PGN 150mg/capsule) was found to be 101.373±0.49 and 101.812±0.73 at 390 and 532nm, respectively. The developed method is an inexpensive, extraction free and can be applied for routine analysis of PGN in most of analytical laboratories.
Sexual obsession compulsive disorder: 11 case studies
Authors: Shabnam  , Neelam Mishra
Published: October 2020

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a long-lasting disorder characterized by cyclic feelings and compulsive behaviors which lead to momentary relief. One of the recognized feature in obsessive-compulsive disorder is sexual obsessions. Compulsive sexual behavior has not yet received wide consideration from researchers and clinicians. Till date, there have been dearth of formal studies of sexual behavior in OCD. In spite of the scarcity of research, many patients with sexual obsession do present for the treatment and mental health professionals in any setting are likely to come across patients with this disorder. The present study aims to affirm that sexual obsessions are prevalent clinical features in OCD that arise sex based symptoms. For that purpose, the data was composed from 11 patients, in which the symptoms were existent for more than 1 year. The data was collected in the form of history taking Structured Clinical Interview, that has been a part of case study method. It was found that the patients display an obsession with the sexual acts and feel discomfort if unable to control their urges which later affect their personal and social functioning. So this paper will focus and summarize sexual behavior in OCD with the help of case studies.
Development, Validation and Verification of a Self-Assessment Tool to Estimate Sadhaka Pitta (Mental Strength)
Authors: Vijay Laxmi Gautam  , Singh T B  , Sangeeta Gehlot  , Hari Hridaya Awasthi
Published: October 2020

The holistic approach of Ayurveda, treating the patient as a whole, meaning intervention targeted toward complete physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being. Sadhaka Pitta is the factor responsible for mental health and mental strength (weak and strong Sadhaka Pitta functions) assattva. It is the sub-dosha of pitta among the five types. The primary objective of the study was to develop and validate a self-assessment tool to estimate Sadhaka Pitta. The developed tool was evaluated for its reliability and validity by administering to 50 healthy volunteers of either gender belonging to 21 to 50 year age groups. Besides confirming the statistical validity and reliability, the applied utility of the newly developed tool was evaluated by mental health based on Sadhaka Pitta functions parameters of all the volunteers. The results show that the mental functions controlled by brain, vary significantly according to functions of Sadhaka Pitta. The tool therefore can be used to screen normal population to look for possible susceptibility to certain behaviours.
Antimicrobial activity of chitosan in combination with silver diamine fluoride against streptococcus mutans - An in-vitro study
Authors: Neethu Ann Preethy  , Ganesh Jeevanandan  , Rajeshkumar S  , Subramanian EMG
Published: October 2020

Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a recently introduced caries arresting agent. Some of its side effects include staining of teeth and cytotoxicity. Chitosan has an anti-cariogenic and plaque-reducing effect. Thus, considering the side-effects of SDF and the antibacterial efficacy of chitosan, the present study was done to evaluate the antibacterial effectiveness of SDF and chitosan in combination against Streptococcus mutans.60 sterile Petri dishes were sub-divided into five groups of 12 Petri dishes each: Group 1: 38% SDF, Group 2: 2% chitosan, Group 3: 3% chitosan, Group 4: 38% SDF + 2% chitosan, Group 5: 38% SDF + 3% chitosan. Three different volumes: 30 µl,60 µl,90 µl were used. The agar well diffusion method was used to evaluate the antibacterial activity. The highest zone of inhibition was found in Group 1: 38% SDF at 90 µl and the lowest was found in group 3: Chitosan 3% at 30 µl. Group 1- 38% SDF showed higher antibacterial activity amongst all the other four groups under study. And a comparable antibacterial effect between group 1: 38% SDF at 30 µl and Group 5: 3% chitosan and 38% SDF at 30 µl.SDF at 38% showed higher antibacterial activity against S.mutans and a comparable antibacterial effect between group 1: 38% SDF at 30 µl and Group 5: 3% chitosan and 38% SDF at 30 µl. Thus, considering the side effects of SDF, further studies are required in this aspect to test the cytotoxicity of SDF and chitosan in combination.
MDCT Evaluation of Post-Operative Cranium: Spectrum of Normal Findings & Complications
Authors: Ibrahim M. Eladl  , Rania M. Hassan  , Mona M. Eladl  , Asmaa A. Alshamy  , Hanan A. Bahaaeldin
Published: October 2020

Imaging plays an essential role in the evaluation of patients after cranial surgery. Postoperative infection and hemorrhage are common complications after cranial surgeries. Life-threatening complications (like tension and paradoxical herniation) must be identified rapidly at imaging to secure a favorable prognosis. This cross-sectional study included 250 patients who underwent neurosurgical operations and were imaged for the developed postoperative complications using Computed Tomography(CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging(MRI) with and without contrast. We reviewed the common normal and abnormal findings in post-operative neurosurgical patients. The expected postoperative CT and MRI appearances of these procedures are discussed, followed by complications. These include hemorrhage, tension , wound/soft tissue infection, bone flap infection and abscesses. Complications specifically related to include herniation, external brain , paradoxical herniation, and syndrome. In our study165 male; 58 % and 85 female; 42 % were included; age range (6months-69 years), mean age 34.7 ± 2.9 years. 130 patients underwent , infection (23%) was the most dominant complication followed by cranial hemorrhage (19 %). So to conclude;radiologist must know how to recognize postoperative complications and differentiate them from expected normal findings because an early and accurate diagnosis is important for proper postoperative care. tomography is fast, cost effective, and easily accessible for first-line imaging. Magnetic resonance imaging has higher sensitivity for detecting postoperative infection and ischemia.
Postoperative Regional Scalp Block versus Intravenous Fentanyl for Postsupratentorial Craniotomy Analgesia in Adult Patients under General Anesthesia
Authors: Ahmed Beniamen Mohamed Hussien  , Zaki Taha Saleh  , Hala Abdel Sadek Al attar  , Yasser Mohamed Nasr
Published: October 2020

Majority of patients undergoing experienced moderate to severe pain in surgical site after the procedure, and there is a reluctance to manage this pain with systemic that is understandable as it may impair neurological assessment, that is crucial in the postoperative period. In addition to that, evidence concerning alternative analgesia techniques to manage post pain is deficient. This research aims at evaluating the effect of postoperative regional scalp block (RSB) versus intravenous for analgesia in adult patients under general . Patients were automatically divided into two groups with 15 patients in each, Group B: postoperative RSB was done after the end of skin closure and before emergence from general , Group C: control group: in which standard analgesia was given in the form of intravenous with no block. This study included patients with brain were admitted to Zagazig University Hospitals. We gathered the cases in the time between March 2018 and March 2020. Results: the results displayed highly significant differences between RSB group and control group. Postoperative RSB showed advantages over standard analgesia in the point of more significant reduction of response to pain in the form of heart rate and blood pressure , decrease consumption, lower Visual Analogue Score(VAS), Postoperative RSB can be performed easily in a short time with very high success rate allowing better postoperative control of , less postoperative pain. We recommend using postoperative RSB in as a gold standard in our hospital to get the advantages as mentioned above.
Evaluation of functional outcome following ORIF of bimalleolar fractures of the ankle-A prospective study of 30 patients
Authors: Yeshwanth subash  , Vishnu S  , Damodharan
Published: October 2020

Bimalleolar fractures are common injuries, and stable fracture patterns can be treated conservatively, while complicated, unstable fractures would require surgical intervention. This study aimed to evaluate the functional outcome following ORIF (Open reduction and internal fixation) of these fractures. This was a study of 30 patients with bimalleolar fractures who presented between January 2013 to January 2016 treated with ORIF with a follow-up period of 3 years. Functional outcome was performed with the AOFAS (American Orthopaedic Foot and ankle society) score. The mean age of the patients was 41.6 years. There was a female preponderance seen in our study with the left side being more commonly affected. The mean time to fracture union was 12.13 weeks, and we had excellent outcomes in 18 patients, good in 10, while two patients had a fair result. We did not lose any of our patients to follow up. All of our patients were happy with the functional outcome achieved. No significant complications were seen in our study. ORIF in bimalleolar fractures enables restoration of the ankle mortise to an anatomical position and facilitates early mobilization of the ankle resulting in good functional outcomes.
Effect of topical melatonin 10% on the healing of infected wounds after surgery
Authors: Dalia Abdalkader Shakur  , Mustafa G. Alabbassi  , Waad Mohameed Salih  , Haider Raheem Mohammad
Published: October 2020

Melatonin remarkably accelerates wound healing in full-thickness incisional wounds. The present study aims to examine the possible antibacterial effect of topical melatonin against wound infection after surgery. Fifty-nine patients had wound infection after surgery were included in this study. One gram of tissue culture contains more than 105 colonies/gram where investigated. The culture was done after five days of surgery. Two types of bacteria were isolated; Streptococcus and Staphylococcus species. Three groups included in this study. Conventional therapy group (Fucidin 2% ointment) was considered negative control group, local melatonin 10% group, which was regarded as a positive control group and combination group of conventional therapy and local melatonin 10% groups. Treatment duration was six days; The majority hard work has been conducted to improve the antimicrobial actions of a wide range of topically used therapeutic agents, to ensure disinfection in wound sites, also, to increase wound healing processes and tissue regeneration mechanisms. The most significant cause for the manifestation and distribution of strains of bacteria which have resistant is the overuse of antibacterial drugs which initiate look for agents that may have antibacterial actions. Combination therapy gives 100% cured cases. This may be attributed to a synergistic effect between conventional treatment and melatonin therapy; therefore, the present study is to investigate the possible antibacterial effect of topical melatonin (10%) against wound infection after surgery.
Cephalometric standard values of Iraqi Arab population - A cross sectional study
Authors: Hayder kadhim A  , Arkan Muslim Al Azzawi  , Aymen Hameed Uraibi  , Hasan Sabah Hasan
Published: October 2020

Is to find the accurate stranded cephalometric norms among the most significant sample of Iraqi adult's population and to see the racial variability between the Iraqi population cephalometric normative values and their counterparts of Caucasians population. A cephalometric analytic studies of Iraqi adults for period confined between 1988 to 2017 was conducted—twenty-seven studies from ninety-two. Collected studies were met the inclusion criteria. The selected studies have involved the published master theses, all of them exhibit numerical data for both genders of the Iraqi Arab population who have class I skeletal pattern with normal occlusion. Selection of 35 parameters took place, included most used skeletodental cephalometric measurements to be evaluated and compared. Statistical tests were applied to describe the means and SD, also to find out the statistical ethnic difference between the Iraqis Arab and Caucasians population. Study show standard norms of many cephalometric parameters exhibited a significant gender difference in Iraqi adults' individuals, with higher linear hard tissue measurements in males, while non-significant gender differences appeared in facial soft tissue profile. On the other hands, most of the elected cephalometric parameters showed statistically significant differences between the Iraqi Araband Caucasians compares.Generally, the Iraqis had smaller craniofacial dimensions, maxillary and mandibular skeletal retrusion, and more convex profile. Apparent sexual dimorphism in addition to significant ethnic difference requires the adoption of gender as well as ethnic specified standard norms during the cephalometric analysis of Iraqi Arab adult patients seeking orthodontic treatment, to reach an accurate diagnosis and treatment objectives.
Study of Fetomaternal Outcome in Premature Rupture of Membranes in Pregnancy More Than 34 Weeks
Authors: Amruta Choudhary  , Sudha Rani  , Gunchoo Kundi  , Arpita Jaiswal
Published: October 2020

Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) affects approximately 10% of pregnant women. PROM, when unattended or mismanaged may lead to severe maternal and neonatal complications. The present study aims to study the subsequent course of pregnancy and evaluate the maternal, and neonatal morbidity and mortality in PROM patients admitted in our hospital. To study the outcome of PROM and assess the maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. It was a prospective observational study. All the patients of PROM admitted in hospital and considered based on inclusion and exclusion criteria were included in the study. They were induced with either oxytocin or misoprostol depending on their Bishops score. In the group of patients, where PROM delivery interval >18 hours were found to have more maternal complications like puerperal sepsis, chorioamnionitis, wound gape, paralytic ileus, and more neonatal complications like jaundice, sepsis. In our study, maternal morbidity was directly related to the PROM delivery interval. Thus, women diagnosed with PROM should be hospitalised early or referred early to tertiary hospital and actively managed and followed up till delivery. Timely referral and timely intervention can further improve perinatal outcome.
Knowledge and Awareness on Complications of Hypertension among General Population
Authors: Akshaya A  , Preetha S  , Lavanya Prathap
Published: October 2020

Hypertension is one of the common worldwide health issues prevailing among adults. It is prolonged elevation in the blood pressure than the normal range. Since it is an asymptotic and non-communicable disorder, it can't be easily diagnosed. Lifestyle modification plays a vital role in struggling against hypertension. This study is centred towards assessing the awareness of complications of hypertension among adults. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 100 individuals, which include both male and females of age group between 20-50 yrs. A survey is done in an online setting. This study shows that older age group peoples are more prone to hypertension and the knowledge about this disorder is comparatively high among people in the present generation. This study also assesses less attention regarding their lifestyle modification. About 66% of participants answered obesity, family hereditary, and smoking can increase the risk of hypertension. And also significant occurrence and evidence of hypertension are reported in developing countries, 81.3%. This study concludes people are more aware of major risk factors and complications, and they are unaware of minor complications. Education about them is vital to tackle this major issue.
Effectiveness of Visual Memory Training For Primary School Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Authors: Ganapathy Sankar U  , Monisha R
Published: October 2020

Developmental coordination disorder is a term that refers to a Motor coordination disorder manifested by significant unexpected, specific and persistent difficulties in the acquisition and use of practical motor skills, which is most needed for academic performance among primary school children with DCD. This current research aims to determine the effectiveness of visual memory training in children with DCD- Developmental coordination disorder. Ten children with DCD (N=10) were recruited from the year 2016 June to December 2016 through convenient sampling. DCDQ was used to include the children in the study. Children were enrolled in a visual memory training programme of 24 sessions, one hour per session continued for thrice a week for eight weeks. Visual memory training revealed statistical significance on reading, visual memory and reading comprehension skills (t= -4.346; p<0.05; t= -3.356, p<0.05 and t= - 5.265, p<0.05 respectively) and also suggested a statistically significant difference and the association between reading skills, visual memory skills and comprehension skills (F=20.234, p= 0.000). The study concluded that visual memory training had a significant effect on visual memory skills which have an impact on academic performance.
Identification of high yielding maize hybrids through genetic diversity analysis
Authors: Chandrashekar Rangu  , Sangilimuthu Alagar Yadav  , Ghosh Syamal Krishna
Published: October 2020

Maize (Zea mays L.) is one of the most important crops in cereals with respect to its uses, adaptability and potentiality. There is a great need for the development of high yielding hybrids, to fulfill the high consumption of the increasing population. The present study was designed to identify the superior hybrid combinations in maize through diversity analysis of 30 Maize lines and 5 testers. Morphological character values of these lines were subjected to D2 statistics. Based on the D2 values, the experimental material (30 lines & 5 testers) has been grouped in to 6 clusters. Toucher’s method was used for calculating inter-cluster distances. The highest value of inter-cluster distance (1625509) was observed from cluster V to cluster VI and next between cluster V & III (1169553) and followed by cluster I & V (1078876). More diversity observed in between these clusters since having more inter-cluster distances. When we cross the lines from V & VI clusters there are high chances for getting good heterotic hybrids. From this study we have recommended 16 hybrids for farmer cultivation. The recommended hybrids (L29 X T3), (L29 X T5), (L2 X T3), (L5 X T3), (L22 X T3), (L11 X T3), (L30 X T3), (L24 X T3), (L19 X T3), (L2 X T5), (L5 X T5), (L22 X T5), (L11 X T5), (L30 X T5), (L24 X T5), (L19 X T5) will support farmers in commercial cultivation to achieve good yields. To the society, these hybrids may be the source for over-coming food shortages and demand by their high yields.
Awareness on Nut Allergies Among School Students
Authors: Trisha  , Dhanraj Ganapathy  , Keerthi Sasanka
Published: October 2020

The role of the immune system is to protect the body from germs and diseases. A food allergy is the overreaction by the immune system to a food protein. People are allergic to many kinds of food, majorly nuts. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that comes on quickly and could even cause death in certain cases. The aim of this study was to assess awareness on nut allergies and to study the already existing knowledge on the topic among school students. Self administered questionnaire was created based on the awareness of the presence of nut allergy, their signs and symptoms. The questionnaire was distributed by person as fill out sheets at a nearby school. The study population included 200 school students belonging to the age group of 8 to 16 and years. The questions were carefully studied and corresponding answers were marked by the participants. The data was collected and statistically analysed. According to the survey results, about 81% of the total school population were aware about the presence of nut allergy. About 85% voted prevention is better to manage nut allergy.70.8% were aware of signs and symptoms of nut allergy .63% said their family members or friends have some kind of allergy to various nuts. Most of the school students had the knowledge and were aware about the presence of nut allergies, but more awareness has to be spread as the allergies could turn out to be very serious or even fatal and can only be controlled only through prevention.
Awareness Among Patients Regarding Implants as a Treatment Option for Replacement of Missing Teeth Among Rural Population
Authors: Madulla Ravi Teja  , Padma Ariga  , Dhanraj Ganapathy
Published: October 2020

Regular oral conditions have been appeared to substantially affect prosperity and quality of life. The loss of at least one common teeth often brings about incapacity, as basic day by day living exercises, for example, talking and eating are hindered, and furthermore in a handicap, for instance, by diminished social communication as a result of humiliation related with dental replacement wearing. The primary characterization of prosthodontics is the restoration of function following tooth loss. The study aimed to understand awareness among rural patients about implants for replacing missing teeth. This survey was done among 100 subjects in rural zones using a self-administered questionnaire. The mean age of the participants of 36.5yrs. Information pertaining to awareness of dental implants, reasons for replacement, and information sources over dental implants were obtained.The collected data were collected and analyzed.Out of 100 subjects, 55 were males and 45 females. Around 35% of the subjects were aware of dental implants. 64% seeked replacement for masticatory reasons,32% for esthetic reasons, and 4% for phonetics. Dentists were the primary source of information about implants (73%) followed by mass media (15%) and friends (12%). The greater part of the participants were not having awareness with respect to implants and not many had undergone implant treatment. It additionally demonstrated the requirement for giving more information to patients regarding this treatment modality.
Awareness of intraoral photography among dental students
Authors: Ravi Teja Maddula  , Abby Abraham  , Dhanraj Ganapathy
Published: October 2020

Precise shade matching is one of the most testing parts of dental restorations and stylish dentistry. Because of the incredible assortment of regular tooth shading accomplishing a nearby shade match of a fake rebuilding with normal dentition is a mind-boggling process. Photography has been utilized for a long time trying to improve correspondence among dental specialists and dental professionals. The aim of the study was to evaluate the awareness of intra oral photography among dental graduates. This was a questionnaire based cross-sectional type of study comprising 100 dental college students in Chennai. A self-designed questionnaire contains 10 questions based on the knowledge, awareness on intra oral photography among dental college students. Questionnaires were circulated through an online website survey planet. After the responses were received from 100 participants, data were collected and analysed.76% of dental graduates stated the intraoral photographs were taken in automatic mode and only 24% of dental graduates set the camera in manual mode to capture the intraoral image. 97% of Dental graduates use the grey card as the contrast to the subject taken, and 98% of dental graduates are unaware about the use of white balance in-camera setting, and 1% of dental graduates are only aware of the 18% grey card and the use of grey card to pre-set the white balance. 100% of the people recommend the intraoral photography courses included in the dental course. 33% of the graduates have attended the photography courses to learn the technique to capture the intraoral photographs. The awareness of intraoral photography among dental students is moderately adequate. More than 30 of the graduates have attended the photography courses to learn the technique to capture the intraoral photographs. The documentation of the clinical cases is being encouraged in dental schools, but the proper training for the intraoral photographs is not being met. 100% of graduates recommend the photography courses be included in the dental curriculum.
Awareness about Using Becks Depression Inventory among Dental Students in Clinical Practice
Authors: Lakshya Rani  , Ashok Velayudhan  , Dhanraj Ganapathy
Published: October 2020

Depression is seen as a response or symptom of life stress or physical change and is not usually considered to reflect a mood disorder. There are many reasons for depression- Familial and Genetic influences. It is the tendency which makes people bring them into a negative behaviour. The aim of the study is to assess the awareness about using Becks Depression inventory among dental students in clinical practice. A cross-sectional study was done with a self-administered questionnaire with ten questions circulated among 100 dental students. The questionnaire assessed the awareness about depression, the clinical manifestation of depressive illness, psychological stress etiology of oral mucosal diseases, usage of BDI questionnaire in practice. The responses were recorded and analysed. 54% were aware of depression, and 46% were not aware of depression. 26% were aware of the clinical manifestation of depressive illness. 32% were aware of physiological stress etiology of oral mucosal diseases. 0 % use BDI questionnaire in practice. The awareness of BDI questionnaire usage in clinical practice among dental students was found to be low in this study. Our findings emphasize the importance of incorporating several educational and training programs to dental students to sensitize them to look for psychological etiology of certain orofacial diseases.
Awareness about Precision Medicine among Dental Students: A Survey
Authors: Sabaritha A  , Kavitha S  , Sridevi G  , Vishnupriya  , Gayathri
Published: October 2020

Precision medicine is a method of prevention and treatment which is based on biological databases. Precision medicine has been used in existence for more than a century. More than one million people have contributed their data to precision medicine. This study focuses especially to evaluate the knowledge on characteristics of precision medicine​. The aim of this study is to create awareness of Precision medicine among dental students. Based on a cross-sectional study, a survey was conducted among dental students on precision medicine. The questionnaire was distributed through an online survey link (i.e.) google forms. Nearly 150 students participated in it. Data was circulated, results were collected and statistically analysed through spss software. 97.6% of the people are mostly aware of precision medicine, where 47% are male and 53 % are female. 77.1% of the people are aware that the precision medicine treatment is based on DNA and it’s genetic variations. 75.3% of people feel that precision medicine is not affordable by everyone. This study was made to improve the awareness and knowledge of precision medicine in dentistry.
Awareness of cryotherapy in sports medical applications among dental students
Authors: Nithyanandham Masilamani  , Dhanraj Ganapathy
Published: October 2020

Cryotherapy is the use of cold for either the management of injury or illness, has become common across sports medicine. It remains a well-established procedure for managing serious soft tissue damages. However, there is the disparity between both the theoretical evidence for cryotherapy in clinical trials. This survey was performed for assessing the awareness about cryotherapy in sports medical applications amongst dental students. A cross-sectional study was done with a self-administered questionnaire with 10 questions circulated among 100 dental students. The questionnaire assessed the awareness about cryotherapy in sports medical applications, their medicinal uses, anti-inflammatory activity, mechanism of action and side effects. The responses were recorded and analysed. 87% of the respondents were not aware of medical uses of Cryotherapy.73% were not aware of the anti-inflammatory activity of Cryotherapy.83 % were not aware of the mechanism of action of Cryotherapy. 85% were not aware of the side effects of Cryotherapy. The awareness about the use of cryotherapy in sports medical applications is very less among dental students. Increased awareness programs and sensitization and continuing dental education programs along with greater importance to the curricular modifications in sports dentistry should be incorporated to improve the awareness levels.
Oral health related quality of life of complete denture patients treated by UG students - A university hospital based study
Authors: Priyadharshini Suresh Babu  , Marian Anand Bennis  , Geo Mani
Published: October 2020

Oral health status of the elderly people is booming as a wide interest in dentistry. Complete dentures are the most common treatment for rehabilitation of total loss of teeth. Denture replacing the teeth helps in patients mastication, communication and aesthetics. This study aims to assess the oral health quality of patients wearing complete denture treated by undergraduate students. A questionnaire was prepared to assess the oral health-related quality of life among 107 complete denture patients who were treated by undergraduate students at Saveetha Dental College, Chennai. The questionnaire was administered to 107 respondents via telephonic conversation. The complete denture patient list was obtained by reviewing and analysing 86,000 patients record who visited the Saveetha Dental College during the time period of June 2019 to March 2020. Based on the data collected from the questionnaire, the results were tabulated and statistically analysed via the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS).In this study, it was observed that the complete denture patients on the whole experienced positive outcomes with 73.8% patients with no allergy, 36.4% with no difficulty in phonetics, 45.7% reported occasional difficulties in mastication and 46.7% reported occasional food sticking to the denture. In this study, it is observed that the complete denture patients treated by the under-graduate students, on the whole, were satisfied with their dentures.
2013-ben megjelent, jog- és államtudományi tárgyú könyvek annotált bibliográfiája – 2. rész
Authors: DE A DE jogi karának oktatói-hallgatói munkaközössége
Published: October 2020

Folyóiratunkban rendszeresen jelenik meg az elmúlt időszak új, hazai szakkönyveiről készült, annotált bibliográfia. Az annotáció a könyv felhasználhatóságáról írott, rövid, tényszerű leírás, amely a bibliográfiai adatok mellett meghatározza a műfajt, illetve röviden körvonalazza a feldolgozott témát és a bemutatott eredményeket is. Az annotációk szerzői valamilyen formában kivétel nélkül kötődnek a Debreceni Egyetem Állam- és Jogtudományi Karához, legyen szó munkatársainkról, óraadóinkról vagy hallgatóinkról, PhD-hallgatóinkról. Ebben a számban a 2013-ban megjelent könyvekről készült leírások második részét közöljük.
Waqf-Based Pesantren’s Strategy In Developing of Human Capital and Entrepreneurship Education
Authors: Fedro Alfarid , Syamsuri Syamsuri , Arif Syamsuddin , Wibisono Vina Fithriana
Published: October 2020

This study aims to study the management of waqf-based Pesantren’s strategy namelyPondok Modern Darussalam DarussalamGontor (PMDG) in developing human capital and entrepreneurship education for educational independence, as for this research related to the management of waqf. This research using qualitative descriptive methods and data obtained through triangulation techniques. As a result, waqf-based pesantren strategies in developing educational independence through community-based education (Kiai, teachers, santri, and society) make the harmony of pesantrenlife with all its totality a medium of learning and education combined with a culture of values ​​and philosophy, leadership and strengthening of modern systems management to product people who embedded 3 intelligences; iman (in faith), ilmu (in knowledge), and amal (in deed) those are  supported by the management and development of waqf as an instrument for developing human capital and entrepreneurial education. The implication of this research is to make the management of waqf in waqf-based educational institutions as an instrument to develop and improve the accountability of waqf management to stakeholders.
The System of Educational Quality Management at MIN 2 Sleman Yogyakarta
Authors: Munjin Ahmad , Sholehudin M. Sugeng
Published: October 2020

This article will talk about the system of educational quality management  implemented at MIN 2 Sleman, Yogyakarta.  This issue plays an  important role in improving education, especially madrasa.  Infact, according to Damayanti  (2005:34), our educational level is still low and it really needs improvement as the foundation for an effective partnership among educational institutions.  Furthermore, the sense of solidarity and brotherhood seem to decrease as the results of the low character building.  In this case, religious institutes seem to have bigger responsibility to solve this problem. The good quality of education in religious institutes (madrassa) will, in turn,  produce a generation that is expected to be able to portray himself as the leader of the people, communities and nations.

The implementation stages of education quality management at MIN 2 Sleman starts from planning, organizing, mobilizing, supervising, developing and evaluating. The implementation of this phase uses bottom-up, transparent, and accountable system, accompanied by a clear job description in each position so that it can provide optimal education services. The objects of the quality assurance include character building, education, internal audit, teaching learning, and quality development of the teacher and academic staffs.

In accordance to the quality assurance,  MIN 2 Sleman has implemented Children-Friendly School (CFS) which aims  to sett a comfortable shcool for the children, ensure the fulfilment of the right and protection of the children after their own home
Religious Literacy Movement among Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Students
Authors: Syahri Akhmad
Published: October 2020

In more recent years, religious literacy among students is assumed to be low. There is also limited amount of research has been conducted on this area. This study aims to find out the practice of religious literacy movements among students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah. This study belongs to qualitative research and uses case study as its research design. The data were collected through interview, observation, and documentation. The result shows that the optimization of religious literacy movement among students can be built through clear programs and regulations, adequate facilities, and measurable learning. The construction of Albert Bandura's social learning model also applied in the religious literacy movement among students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah. It includes modeling, stimulating, learning from reality or experience, as well as being dialogical and not patronizing. The religious literacy movement of students can be categorized into optimal when the students have the character of "RAPI", which consists of Ramah (friendly), Aman (safe), Prestasi (achievement), Islami (Islamic). This study contributes to describe the importance of prioritizing religious literacy movement because it can build intelligent students and quality generations.
Authors: Rindlo Miftakur
Published: October 2020

R.A. Kartini is known as an emancipation figure for many Indonesian people. Her struggle turned out not only to fight for women oppressed by the traditional dictates, but also to develop the educational system in Indonesia. This study aims to describe Kartini's thoughts on punishment in education and its relevance to Islamic education. This study uses inductive method and belongs to library research. Therefore, it uses documentation for collecting the data. The primary source of this study is taken from the book entitled Habis Gelap Terbitlah Terang published by Narasi Yogyakarta in 2018. The results of this study show that Kartini agreed that punishment can be applied in education. However, Kartini rejected any kinds of physical punishment. It is because physical punishment does not provide good educational environment to students instead of making the students feel resentful and inferior. Finally, it can be concluded that in the case of delivering punishment to students, Kartini's thought is still relatively relevant to the concept of Islamic education because most of Islamic education figures still provide the green light on the implementation of punishment in education.
The Implementation of Integrated Islamic Education Model at MAN Insan Cendekia Pekalongan
Authors: Muhlisin Muhlisin , Syaifuddin Mohammad
Published: October 2020

Islamic educational institutions are encouraged to implement the model of integrated Islamic education in recent years. They are supposed to integrate Islamic studies, science and technology. The present study aims to reveal the reasons why MAN IC Pekalongan implement an integrated Islamic education model, describe the implementation of students’ activities programs based on science integration, describe the implementation of curriculum development based on science integration, describe the learning implementation based on the integration of Islamic studies, science and technology. Grounded in qualitative approach, data were garnered through interview, observation, and documentation. Data were analyzed through reduction, display, and data verification. The study findings expose that: first, the reasons of integrating Islamic studies, science and technology is to reach the vision of the school which aims to be excellent both on academic and non-academic areas which then be able to improve the quality of madrasah as an integrative Islamic education institution. Second, the students’ activity program used is the model of Separated Integration System (SIS). Third, the curriculum development program used is the model of Integrated Tree Curriculum (ITC). Fourth, the learning implementation uses the model of Integrating Verb (IV), Interdisciplinary Dialogic Integration (IDI), Instrumentalist Justification Integration (IJI), and reflective technique.
The Impact of Trade Balance of Agri-Food Products on the State’s Ability to Withstand the Crisis
Authors: Dokić Dragan , Gavran Mirna , Gregić Maja , Gantner Vesna
Published: October 2020

The crisis represents a disorder that in contemporary society increasingly occurs. Crises are often the result of some earlier solutions. The situation in agricultural production in Croatia has been negative for years. Inadequate tax and high administrative burdens act to discourage the production process and impede the competitiveness of farmers. Furthermore, the measures taken to create added value are not enough, they can even be said to be wrong. The current crisis Covide-19 caused a disturbance on the market in terms of trends of supply and demand. The crisis period will show whether the country has an adequate strategy to overcome all the economic problems ahead. The aim of this paper was to analyze the readiness of the Republic of Croatia for crisis periods in terms of food security by analyzing the volume of agricultural production, the balance of foreign trade of agri-food products as well as the structure of total agri-food product trade. The determined trend of increasing deficits in agri-food products in foreign trade balance, particularly with EU countries implies the state's unenviable position regarding the food security indicating the need for implementation of adequate measures in the direction of the market organization and to facilitate investment in sustainable agriculture production systems.
Assessment of the Perceptions of Pre-service Teachers towards Practical Work in the Context of Scientific-technological Literacy
Authors: Aragón Lourdes
Published: October 2020

This research aims to analyse the perceptions of future preschool teachers towards the application of practical work. This study is part of a more comprehensive teaching innovation project which aims to contribute to the scientific and technological literacy of teachers in initial training. Three practical activities were designed from the topic Didáctica del Medio Natural at the University of Cádiz (Spain) and implemented during the 2018-2019 year. After their completion, a questionnaire was provided of three closed questions Likert type with five levels. The student's answers were analysed from a quantitative approach taking into account aspects: (1) Usefulness for professional training; (2) Degree of satisfaction with contents; and (3) Degree of utility for your future teaching career. Results indicate that students, in general, were very satisfied with the development of the practical work designed. However, their opinion varied when they considered their usefulness for their future teaching work. In conclusion, results indicate that practical work allows future teachers to increase their interest in science. However, it can be advised the necessity to look for spaces to be able to discuss the learning acquired and to be able to adapt these practices to the children's classroom to consider their didactic potential.