bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The 6–Minute Pegboard and Ring Test (6PBRT) for Evaluation of Upper Limbs Functional Capacity in Hemodialysis Patients: A Validation Study
Authors: Lima Vanessa Pereira , Lopes Paulo Henrique , Costa Henrique Silveira , Costa Maria Carolina Barbosa , Rocha Jefferson Freitas , Rodrigues Vanessa Gomes Brandão , Maciel Emílio Henrique Barroso , Alves Frederico Lopes , Prates Maria Cecília Sales Mendes , Campos Patrícia Cardoso , Lacerda Ana Cristina Rodrigues , Figueiredo Pedro Henrique Scheidt
Published: September 2023

Objectives:

To verify the 6–minute peg board and ring test (6PBRT) validity for functional evaluation in hemodialysis patients and upper limb (UL) functional capacity by the 6PBRT.

Methods:

In a cross–sectional study, patients on hemodialysis three times a week for at least 6 months performed the 6PBRT as well as handgrip strength and endurance. Health–related quality of life (HRQoL) by KDQOL–SF questionnaire, Human Activities Profile (HAP), and level of social participation were also evaluated. Convergent validity was verified by correlation analysis.

Results:

Thirty–seven individuals were evaluated, predominantly adult males (67.6%). The mean age was 50.1 ± 16.4 years old. The average number of rings moved during the 6PBRT was 306.2 ± 68.2. The 6PBRT correlated with handgrip strength ( r = 0.37; p = 0.025), the domain “Functional Capacity” ( r = 0.49; p = 0.008) of the KDQOL–SF questionnaire, and with HAP score ( r = 0.43; p = 0.01). There was no correlation between handgrip endurance ( r = 0.18; p = 0.281) and social participation ( r = −0.12; p = 0.48). Heart rate and dyspnea (modified Borg scale) increased by 13.3 bpm (95% CI: 9.8, 16.8) and 0.5 points (95% CI: 0.1, 0.9) during the 6PBRT.

Conclusion:

The 6PBRT is associated with UL strength, physical aspects related to HRQoL, and daily activity level, which accounts for its construct validity. Therefore, the test has potential value in the functional evaluation of the ULs in hemodialysis patients. However, in this population, the level of social participation seems to depend on other factors than the functional capacity of the UL itself.
Transitioning to a Plant-Based Menu in Childcare: Identifying the Nutritional, Financial, and Logistical Considerations
Authors: Eckert Katherine F , Trew Valerie , Serediuk Elyse , Galvez Abby , Haines Jess
Published: September 2023

International health organizations have called for a shift towards more plant-based foods as a way of promoting both individual health and environmental sustainability. Given the high percentage of children in Canada who attend childcare and the high volume of food provided in childcare, transitioning menus to incorporate plant-based foods could have important implications for both planetary and child health. The purpose of this case study is to describe a childcare centre’s transition to a plant-based menu. A detailed nutritional analysis of the menu was conducted. The financial and logistical implications of the transitions to a plant-based menu were also assessed. Nutritional analysis revealed that the plant-based menu met or exceeded the daily nutrient requirement for all the key nutrients explored. Financially, the transition led to a 9% reduction in food costs. Logistically, the transition led to improved efficiency and safety with regard to food preparation, with substantially fewer tailored meals due to allergies and dietary restrictions required after the transition. These novel findings are relevant for food service administrators interested in transitioning to a plant-based menu as well as public health dietitians who could support the transition.
Concentration of hCG in Blastocoel Fluid is Independent of Embryo Morphology and PGT-A Results: Could it be a Significant Biomarker for a Competent Embryo?
Authors: Jeyendran Rajasingam S. , Jeyendran Rajasingam S. , Kirk Michael , Anderson Antony , Ivanovic Milica , Levrant Seth , Lazarevic Aleksandra , Puscheck Elizabeth
Published: September 2023

The aim of this research was to develop a quantitative sandwich-strip ELISA was developed on a nitrocellulose membrane with anti-H alpha and anti-hCG beta antibodies. The detection antibody was conjugated to horseradish peroxidase, and a quantitative sandwich-strip ELISA with luminol substrate was developed following optimization with hCG. Concentration of hCG in the BF was determined for 101 embryo biopsies (Study 1) and 96 embryo biopsies (Study 2) respectively, and the results were compared with the previously recorded embryo morphology and PGT-A results. hCG was present in 73.6% of all BF specimens analysed in these two studies, and a weak correlation between hCG levels and both embryo morphology and PGT-A outcome was observed. Additionally, the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves show separately that both embryo morphology and PGT-A do not correlate with hCG concentrations. This indicates that the presence of hCG produced in the BF by the embryo is a separate, independent marker of embryo quality.
DA COBRANÇA DA DÍVIDA ECOLÓGICA NO CONTEXTO DE CRISE
Authors: Kruse Bárbara Cristina , Gonçalves Cunha Luiz Alexandre
Published: September 2023

A crise ambiental contemporânea demanda novas posturas sociais, dado que as projeções científicas do futuro se mostram extremamente pessimistas em um curto período. Desde 1972 encontros entre países são realizados, mas, de modo efetivo, nada foi feito até o momento. Nenhuma melhoria significativa foi vislumbrada. Neste sentido, este artigo tem como objetivo defender uma nova epistemologia aos países periféricos a partir da cobrança da dívida ecológica. O momento da crise sanitária pelo vírus altamente infeccioso, o Sars-CoV-2, mostra-se oportuno para a reivindicação dessa dívida, eis que se escancarou a potencialidade de um futuro pessimista. Por isso, a consciência de como os países periféricos já foram e continuam sendo explorados em atitudes de injustiça ambiental, legitima o ajuste ecológico entre os hemisférios. Defende-se a libertação financeira dos países periféricos, para que os mesmos possam estabelecer uma gestão ambiental de excelência dentro do seu território. Investimentos em educação, tecnologia e políticas sociais, também fazem parte dessa conjuntura. O poder de negociação dos países do Sul, deve ser desperto e utilizado no fortalecimento do Sul-Sul. A metodologia utilizada é a revisão de literatura em conjunto com a dialética. A importância do artigo se dá pela urgência em se adotar novas medidas e posturas políticas, servindo como reflexão para as ciências humanas, sociais, políticas e da Terra.
ENSAIO SOBRE A CEGUEIRA JURÍDICA
Authors: Martinez Vinício Carrilho , Scherch Vinícius Alves
Published: September 2023

Neste artigo é trabalhada a hipótese de uma nova fase do Estado de Exceção. O texto é construído sob a forma de ensaio, vez que trata de uma leitura dos golpes que são dados à Constituição e que são produzidos por sujeitos políticos em cotejo com aspectos jurídicos que podem ser colocados como protetores do próprio ordenamento normativo. Há de se observar situações permissivas de exceção e como isso pode afetar o Estado de Direito diante do comportamento de atores políticos. Foi aplicada a metodologia indutiva e a pesquisa do tipo bibliográfica. A conclusão do texto é de que há uma ameaça à normalidade que se desdobra no exercício arbitrário do poder.
ANÁLISE DOS CRITÉRIOS DA LEGISLAÇÃO BRASILEIRA SOBRE A GARANTIA DO ACESSO À EDUCAÇÃO
Authors: MENDES ROSELAINE GUSSON
Published: September 2023

O foco desta análise bibliográfica deslumbra a evolução e inconsistência das normas jurídicas sobre o sistema de ensino obrigatório para a infância no Brasil. Considerando as preocupações de acesso, permanência e qualidade dos serviços prestados, percebendo-se um desenvolvimento constante, progressivo do acesso a esse direito, mesmo que ainda existem desafios para sua universalização. As más condições de trabalho, a falta de políticas governamentais, a incerteza na preparação e eficácia dos professores, são identificadas como desafios estruturantes da educação no Brasil. Desta forma, entendemos que ainda é necessário refletir e criar estratégias de efetivação de políticas públicas, para garantir condições de permanência e aprendizagem qualificada para todas as crianças e adolescentes.
An Investigation of the Relationship Between Horizontal and Vertical Jumping vs Speed Performance in U-12 Soccer Players
Authors: KARA Mehmet , DEMİRSOY Idris
Published: September 2023

This study examined the relationship between horizontal and vertical jumps and speed performance in U-12 soccer players. Twenty-six amateur soccer players from a soccer club participated in the study. Speed tests (0-5m/0-10m/0-20m and 0-30m), horizontal jump tests, and vertical jump tests were applied. In the literature review, studies examining the relationship between speed performance with vertical and horizontal jump performance in young soccer players were observed, but, to our knowledge, no study has been found that evaluates horizontal jump as a standing long jump with hands on hips in young soccer players. The relationship between variables was measured by Spearman correlation, with a significance level of α set at 0.05.The mean values of the measured parameters of the U-12 soccer players who participated in the study were; age 10.88 ± 0.81 years, height 142.92 ± 4.65 cm, body weight 35 ± 3.44 kg, 5m speed time 2.36 ± 0.13 sec, 10m speed time 3.45 ± 0.16 sec, 20m speed time 5.40 ± 0.35 sec, 30m speed time 7.19 ± 0.45 sec, horizontal jump (SLJHH) value 140.42 ± 12.85 cm, horizontal jump (SLJHF) value 163.84 ± 13.79 cm, vertical jump (VJ) value 26.57 ± 4.33 cm. The study findings indicated significant relationships between 5m and SLJHF/VJ, 10m and SLJHF/SLJHW, and 20m and 30m with SLJHF/SLJHH/VJ (p < 0.05), while no significant relationship between 5m and SLJHF, and 10m and VJ (p > 0.05). In conclusion, a negative relationship was found between horizontal and vertical jump and speed performance in U-12 soccer players. Therefore, when evaluating speed performance in this age group, horizontal and vertical jump performance should also be taken into consideration. Developing lower extremity strength should be prioritized in training programs tailored to this age group, aiming to improve speed performance.
Jezične značajke hrvatskih rukopisa pisanih glagoljicom koji se odnose na riječki augustinski samostan
Authors: Vranić Silvana
Published: September 2023

U radu se analiziraju jezične značajke dvaju tekstova pisanih glagoljicom koji se odnose na augustinski samostan u Rijeci, sadržanih i u knjizi Istraživanja o riječkome glagoljaškom krugu Darka Dekovića. Riječ je o dvama administrativno-pravnim tekstovima prepisanim u 16. st.: Isprave Reimberta III. Walseea iz 1429. i Isprave cara Ferdinanda I. iz 1528. Cilj je rada na temelju usporedne analize jezičnih slojeva navedenih tekstova i podataka prikupljenih za dosadašnjih dijakronijskih i sinkronijskih istraživanja govora Rijeke i okolnih punktova pokušati pobliže atribuirati spomenute tekstove određenomu čakavskomu arealu ili idiomu. Pritom valja uzeti u obzir činjenicu da mnogi tekstovi nastali u 16. st. i kasnije, uz utjecaj nasljeđa hrvatske crkvenoslavenske tradicije, odražavaju književnu stilizaciju i da nisu uvijek pogodni za dijakronijski pristup pojedinomu organskomu idiomu, ali, jednako tako, i da zbog prepoznatljivosti značajki pojedinoga idioma pružaju mogućnost iščitavanja pisarevih odmaka od tadašnje norme. Na temelju takvih osobitosti ipak se može zaključiti o utjecaju sjeveroistočnih istarskih idioma u prigrađu negdašnjega grada Rijeke na korpus istraživanja.
The
Reflection of Ancient Greek Biography in Constantine VII Porphyrogenitus’ Vita Basilii
Authors: Serreqi Jurić Teuta , Jurišić Tihana
Published: September 2023

The Vita Basilii, compiled by Byzantine emperor Constantine VII Porphyrogenitus (913–959) in honour of his grandfather Basil I (867–886), appears as the first laudatory biography in Byzantine literature glorifying the emperor’s life and deeds (βασιλικὸς λόγος). Previous research demonstrates that, in compiling the work, Porphyrogenitus used two types of ancient Greek biography, Isocrates’ encomium Euagoras and Plutarch’s Parallel Lives, as models. The research in this paper is based on the analysis and comparison of the structure and content of Plutarch’s Alexander, depicting the life and works of Alexander the Great, Isocrates’ Euagoras, dedicated to the Cypriot ruler of Salamis, and Porphyrogenitus’ account of Basil's life according to topoi specific to a basilikos logos (prologue, homeland, origin, birth, physical appearance, upbringing, character traits, achievements in war and peace, fortune, comparison to the previous reign, epilogue and concluding prayer). The aim is to determine in what way Plutarch’s and Isocrates’ models of biography influenced the Vita Bas., i.e., to what extent Porphyrogenitus imitated ancient templates and in which segments of the work he brings his own innovations.
Centripetalne sile i točke spajanja u prikazima bosanskohercegovačke književnosti
Authors: Lujanović Nebojša
Published: September 2023

Na tragu pojma "centripetalnih sila" Zdenka Lešića, te njegove nadogradnje u teorijskoj misli Envera Kazaza, ovaj rad je pokušaj daljnjeg izvođenja teza o mogućnosti prepoznavanja konkretnih točaka u povijesti bosanskohercegovačke književnosti kao trenutaka prevladavanja spomenutih sila. Metodologija se sastoji od analize znanstvenih i kritičkih tekstova na prvoj razini, te njihovog kontekstualiziranja unutar kulturnih, ali i društveno-političkih prilika. Takav pristup nam omogućava da ovu sinkretičku kulturu visokog stupnja heterogenosti sagledamo o dijakronijskoj perspektivi i učimo izmjene faza spajanja i razdvajanja. Pokazuje se kako su te točke također u velikoj mjeri determinirane političkim i društvenim kretanjima, kao i da su oko tih faza suglasni različiti znanstvenici i kritičari. Stoga je cilj rada najprije detektirati i izdvojiti faze književnog stvaranja koje bi mogle predstavljati čvrste točke spajanja, a zatim stečene uvide koristiti u proučavanju specifičnog suvremenog trenutka bosanskohercegovačke književnosti. U njemu, naime, nailazimo na mogućnosti uspostavljanja novih točaka čiju punu realizaciju priječi kontekst društveno-kulturnog razjedinjenja.
A Double Margin
Authors: Dakić Mirela , Protrka Štimec Marina
Published: September 2023

Studying the share of women in the historical avant-garde movements, Susan Rubin Suleiman (1990) supported Marguerite Duras's assessment of the avant-garde women writers as being “doubly intolerable” – since they do not correspond to the usual revolutionary point of view or that of women. Suleiman introduced the concept of the double margin to refer to the problem of critical and historical reception of women’s avant-garde writing. Since the procedures of the double marginalisation of women’s avant-garde poetics can be observed in different cultural contexts and literary fields, in this paper we will analyse the critical and historical reception of women writers on the Croatian and Yugoslav literary scene who contributed to the literary magazine Krugovi (Circles, 1952–1958) in the 1950s. Although this generation of writers interprets the aspiration of poetry towards a “universal language” (A. Rimbaud) following the avant-garde usages of grammar, figures of speech, and a depoeticised vocabulary, the traditional readings of women's poetics are often based on the expression of women’s experience, the mind and body split, and the biographical interpretation. On the other hand, the oeuvres of women from the Krugovi generation call for a revaluation of the relation between their poetic strategies and the possible gender politics of their poetry. Therefore, we will demonstrate the possibilities of this revaluation by turning to poetical choices, treatment of the lyric subject and the genre in the texts of Vesna Krmpotić, Vesna Parun, and Irena Vrkljan.
Protocolo en la atención de absceso profundo de cuello en el Hospital General de Xoco: A propósito de un caso clínico.
Authors: Acevedo Quezada Paola Lisset , Ortiz Cruz Aurora Beatriz , Uribe Campos Alfonso , Ramírez García Jorge Omar
Published: September 2023

En este reporte de caso clinico se detalla el protocolo a seguir para el diagnóstico y la atención a pacientes con absceso profundo de cuello de origen dental en el Hospital General de Xoco en la Ciudad de México, correlacionando la anatomía de los espacios aponeuróticos que conllevan al compromiso de la vía aérea, mencionando los factores de riesgo del hospedero que tienden a agravar la infección y comprometer el estado general del paciente; Así mismo se justifica el uso de la antibioticoterapia empírica y la terapia antibiótica basada en el cultivo y antibiograma obtenido. A propósito del reporte de un caso clínico.
Hallazgos en radiografías panorámicas en adultos mayores de un centro radiográfico privado en Cuenca-Ecuador
Authors: Verdugo Tinitana Verónica , Siguencia Navos Veronica Alexandra , Galarza-Galarza Micaela
Published: September 2023

Objetivo: Determinar la frecuencia de hallazgos en radiografías panorámicas de adultos mayores de un centro radiográfico privado en Cuenca-Ecuador. Materiales y métodos: Se realizó un estudio de corte descriptivo, observacional, transversal retrospectivo. Se revisó las radiografías panorámicas de periodos de años anteriores del centro radiográfico privado. La población del estudio estuvo conformada por 727 radiografías panorámicas, de las cuales 280 pertenecía a pacientes del sexo masculino y 447 al sexo femenino. Se incluyeron las radiografías panorámicas digitales de 60 años en adelante, radiografías de ambos sexos, con buena resolución. Se excluyeron las radiografías panorámicas de pacientes con síndromes o enfermedades que causan afección de los maxilares. Se obtuvo una base de datos diseñada para la tabulación obteniendo estadística descriptiva como tablas simples que contenían las frecuencias y porcentajes de los hallazgos. Resultados: Se analizaron 727 radiografías panorámicas de las cuales  se categorizó la edad según el sexo, comprendida en una edad promedio de 60 a 81 años a más. En el total de la muestra el grupo predominante fue en la edad de 60 a 70 años con (65%) en ambos sexos. Además se evaluó la presencia de hallazgos donde se encontró un (66%) de radiografías, siendo elevado en el sexo femenino (67%)  y mostrando un rango menor en el sexo masculino. Conclusiones: Existe un incremento de hallazgos radiográficos en el sexo femenino, el hallazgo más notorio de acuerdo a la zona se encontró a nivel de la zona prevertebral con mineralización del proceso estilohioideo bilateral.
¿Cómo escoger la prueba estadística? Manejo de datos parte 2
Authors: Villavicencio-Caparó Ebingen , Lima-Illescas Miriam , Cuenca-León Katherine , Patiño-Ramón Estefanía , Pacheco-Quito Edisson
Published: September 2023

Objetivo: El objetivo del presente artículo es poner a disposición del personal de salud, un listado de pruebas estadísticas aplicables a investigaciones en el campo de la medicina basada en evidencia. Materiales y métodos: Las fuentes consultadas para este trabajo fueron libros de la estadística, artículos de revistas científicas indexadas, con ejemplos de investigaciones en ciencias de la salud. Resultados: Se encontraron 24 pruebas estadísticas con sus respectivas explicaciones de cuándo aplicar, cómo aplicar e interpretar los resultados; las que se agruparon en cuatro grandes grupos de familias de pruebas estadísticas y un grupo de pruebas emergentes, en base a la dirección de la naturaleza de la hipótesis planteada. Conclusión: Existen diversos métodos estadísticos que se pueden agrupar en cinco categorías
Deutsch lernen im Lernort Betrieb: Möglichkeiten und Herausforderungen in der gastronomischen Ausbildung Neuzugewanderter am Beispiel der Salam Kitchen
Authors: Groeneveld Anneke , Kastrup Julia , Steinmeier Fara
Published: September 2023

Vorliegende Erkenntnisse zum Erwerb der deutschen Sprache und zu den Möglichkeiten der Sprachförderung beziehen sich oft auf den Fachunterricht in der Schule. Während der Ausbildung ergeben sich auch im Betrieb viele Lernmöglichkeiten für Neuzugewanderte, um Deutsch zu lernen. Die Herausforderungen und Unterstützungsmöglichkeiten werden am Beispiel eines gastronomischen Betriebes aufgezeigt.
Spectral CT and Hounsfield Units: basis for correct interpretation
Authors: Armiñana A. , Montón-Gómez C. , Puig-Chilet A. , Infante-Fuenzalida T. , Fontenla-Martínez C. , Torres-Espallardó I. , Martí-Bonmatí L.
Published: September 2023

Dual energy CT is a recent upgrade to this diagnostic imaging technique. The purpose of this critical narrative review is to lay out the clinical applications of Hounsfield Units and their variation across the x-ray energy spectrum using DECT. We explore new reconstruction methods and parametric maps helpful for the diagnosis of prevalent pathologies such as fatty liver disease, urolithiasis, and to identify complications after interventions or determine the aggressiveness of tumoral lesions. The energy-resolving capabilities of DECT make it a reliable method for the characterisation of tissue and lesion composition. Lower energy monoenergetic images allow us to increase soft tissue contrast and easily identify tissues with higher contrast uptake. Higher energy monoenergetic images are useful to distinguish between contrast uptake and high attenuation calcium deposits and for metal artifact reduction. Parametric images showing uric acid, iodine, calcium, and other material decompositions can be obtained from spectral data for the diagnosis of tumoral or metabolic diseases, vascular lesions and characterisation of deposition arthritis and urolithiasis.
Comparative Efficacy of Tirzepatide, Teneligliptin, and Empagliflozin in HbA1c Reduction in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Llerena-Velastegui Jordan , Delgado-Quijano Fabian , Trujillo-Delgado Martin , Villacis-Lopez Cecibel , Fernandez-Arcos Anthony , Santafe-Abril Gerson , Hurtado-Alzate Claudia , Benitez-Acosta Karen
Published: September 2023

This study’s objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of three different families of drugs (Empagliflozin [an SGLT-2 inhibitor], Tirzepatide [a GLP-1 receptor co-agonist], and Teneligliptin [DPP-4 inhibitor] used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes in lowering HbA1c levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The effectiveness of different families of diabetic drugs was assessed using a meta-analytic approach. Data were gathered from a variety of research publications using ICTRP, CT.gov, and PubMed databases. The data were analyzed, and conclusions were drawn using forest plots. Teneligliptin (a DPP-4 Inhibitor) substantially lowered HbA1c levels in T2DM patients compared to other classes of T2DM drugs with a P-value of 0.0002 and 95% CI -0.63 [-0.97 to -0.30] after reviewing many pertinent articles. The pooled data analysis showed that Tirzepatide and Empagliflozin did not significantly lower HbA1c levels, with the P-value for Tirzepatide being P = 0.55 and for Empagliflozin, it was P = 0.64. According to our research, Teneligliptin may be more effective than Empagliflozin and Tirzepatide as a monotherapy for lowering HbA1c levels in T2DM patients. To corroborate these findings, further research studies are required.
Quality of life of COVID-19 patients after treatment at Thu Duc City Hospital
Authors:   Thu Duc City Hospital, Vietnam, Trần Vi Thúy  Đặng , Nguyễn Ân Huỳnh Bảo ,   School of Medicine – Vietnam National University HCMC, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Lê Nhàn Nguyễn Thanh ,   Children's Hospital 1, Vietnam
Published: September 2023

Objective: To determine the average quality of life score and the relationship between the quality of life score of COVID-19 patients after treatment at Thu Duc City Hospital with socio-demographic characteristics and historical treatments. Methods: A total of 188 inpatients with COVID-19, who were discharged from hospital for more than 30 days at 05 COVID-19 treatment departments of Thu Duc City Hospital from November 2021 to January 2022, were enrolled to a cross-sectional study. Data on inpatients was collected by a prepared questionnaire through medical records and telephone interview. Results: Of 188 enrolled patients, male accounted for 36.7% and female accounted for 63.3%. Age mean of patients was 47.1 ± 14.9 years. The majority of patients had a treatment duration of more than 10 days (60.1%). The average time from the end of treatment to the time of the survey was 69.1 ± 34.2 days. Most of the COVID-19 patients had moderate disease (43.1%). Severe and critical accounted for 25.0%. The prevalence of patients with EQ-VAS score of 71-80 points was the highest with 27.7%, and 91-100 points was the lowest with 6.9%. The overall quality of life score (EQ-5D-5L scale) was 0.78 ± 0.24 points. The EQ-VAS score was 74.19 ± 15.82 points. There was a negative correlation between age, mean duration of treatment and mean quality of life score and a statistically significant relationship between age group, employment status, severity of patients with COVID-19 and quality of life score (p < 0.05). Conclusions: The quality of life of COVID-19 patients after treatment for more than 30 days is significantly lower that of the general population and recently discharged COVID-19 patients in Vietnam. More attention should be paid to solutions to improve the quality of life of people who have been treated with COVID-19 for more than 10 days, those with severe and critical disease, and those over 70 years old.
Recurrence patterns of acute colonic diverticulitis among patients admittedto Benghazi Medical Center, Benghazi, Libya: A retrospective and hospital-based study
Authors: Naseralla Juma Elsaadi Suliman  , Marei Omar Ali Jahany
Published: September 2023

Background: The normal pattern of acute colonic diverticulitis is still unknown, and prophylactic surgery after conservative treatment of diverticulitis is a topic of growing debate. The aim of this study was to investigate the patterns and frequency of recurrences and the likelihood of complications in conservatively treated uncomplicated and complicated diverticulitis in our epidemiological setting. Methods: This retrospective study was conducted to investigate 98 inpatients admitted to Benghazi Medical Center with acute colonic diverticulitis, between February 2021 and August 2022. Acute diverticulitis discharge summaries were reviewed to identify eligible patients, and their medical records were meticulously reviewed retrospectively to confirm that their clinical presentation was consistent with colonic diverticulitis. Results: A retrospective study of 98 patients with acute colonic diverticulitis found that uncomplicated diverticulitis was associated with younger age, better 2-year survival rates, and more conservative management. Recurrence rates were almost similar between uncomplicated and complicated diverticulitis (23% vs. 25%) and typically occurred within 12 months of the initial attack. Surgical intervention was necessary for patients with perforations, while conservative management was used for other cases. Complications included abscesses in 44% of cases and perforations in 38% of cases. Conclusion: This study found that acute diverticulitis has a low recurrence rate and a limited propensity for progression into complications. It is recommended that elective surgery is used as a preventive measure against recurrences and associated complications. These findings have implications for clinical practice.
#EsLey2020. Los marcos de la acción colectiva de la IVE (Interrupción Voluntaria del Embarazo) en Argentina en redes sociales
Authors: Aruguete Natalia
Published: September 2023

Este artículo estudia los marcos de significación más propagados en Twitter durante el debate legislativo de la Interrupción Voluntaria del Embarazo: “pro-derecho” y “pro-vida”. Los hallazgos muestran una rotación de la red que redunda en una polarización menos intensa, donde la división partidaria no explica la conformación de encuadres. En el evento #EsLey, la aplicación del modelo Network Activated Frames (NAF) permite constatar la propensión selectiva de los usuarios a compartir contenidos con los que tienen afinidad cognitiva, y su consecuencia topológica, la sobrerrepresentación de los encuadres activados por los usuarios más ideológicos.
LA CLÁUSULA “SE FACULTA AL PORTADOR” COMO MANDATO INNOMINADO QUE TERMINA CON LA MUERTE DEL COMPRADOR
Authors: Rodríguez Diez Javier Esteban
Published: September 2023

Este comentario analiza una reciente sentencia que considera que la muerte del comprador impide la transferencia del dominio de la cosa vendida. La Corte Suprema descartó que la cláusula “se faculta al portador” permitiera a un tercero realizar la inscripción después de la muerte del comprador, así como la posibilidad de que los herederos pudieran llevarla a cabo por sí mismos. Para llegar a esta conclusión, el fallo hace especial énfasis en que dicha cláusula constituiría un mandato innominado que terminaría por la muerte del mandante, lo que conduciría a la nulidad de la tradición por falta de consentimiento. Se comenta críticamente el papel asignado a las reglas sobre mandato y nulidad, las cuales desplazan a la normativa especial en materia de tradición, que conduciría en este caso a un desenlace diverso.
Guarantee of Commercial Documents in Afghan Law
Authors: Ghafari Abdul Sattar
Published: September 2023

Commercial documents are an essential trading tool that businesspeople or commercial companies use. In various business affairs and issues, it creates rights and obligations for the surrounding parties or interested parties. Guarantee is one of the important and common principles in commercial documents and will increase its credibility and security. The purpose of this research is to examine and explain the guarantee of commercial documents in Afghan law so that with an overview of the type of responsibility, the conditions of the guarantee and the effects of the guarantee according to its status in commercial documents, it will be known. This descriptive research is an analysis that is guided by a research question. Library resources form the statistical society of the research. According to the research findings, it was determined that the guarantor of a commercial document is considered a party to the transaction of the document; Afghanistan followed the obligatory by obligation theory. Commercial documents can be guaranteed by the guarantor in general or in part. Although the guarantor's obligation is a joint liability, since he has a responsibility as a guarantor and not the main responsibility, his obligation is equal to the extent of the surety's obligation.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ЦИФРОВОЇ ТРАНСФОРМАЦІЇ ПРОФЕСІЙНОЇ ПІДГОТОВКИ ВЧИТЕЛІВ В УКРАЇНІ
Authors: Стойка Олеся Ярославівна
Published: September 2023

Мета статті – сформувати концепцію дослідження вибраної проблеми на основі аналізу праць вітчизняних та зарубіжних науковців, які безпосередньо висвітлюють тему цифрової трансформації освіти; розглянути та проаналізувати цифрові трансформації у сфері професійної підготовки вчителів в Україні та визначити перспективні напрями використання цифрових трансформацій в освіті. У процесі постановки проблематики дослідження використовується комплекс загальнонаукових методів: теоретичні: аналіз і синтез із метою визначення основних напрямів дослідження цифрової трансформації професійної підготовки вчителів; емпіричні: вивчення наукових праць та законодавчої бази щодо цифровізації професійної підготовки вчителів в Україні тощо. Результати. У межах даного дослідження ми проаналізували процеси цифровізації професійної підготовки вчителів. Актуальність цього напряму випливає з факту, що вчителі відіграють ключову роль у розвитку особистості в системі освіти, особливо в контексті підготовки до життя у цифровому світі. Тому сучасному вчителеві необхідно мати розвинуту цифрову компетентність та здатність формувати її у своїх учнів. Узагальнюючи інформацію, отриману у процесі вивчення літературних джерел, можна стверджувати, що перспективні напрями використання цифрових трансформацій в освіті полягають у тому, що українські педагоги – науковці і практики зорієнтовані переважно на створення та використання різноманітних цифрових ресурсів, сервісів для ігрофікації навчання і віддаленого спілкування, платформ для дистанційного навчання тощо. Висновки. Таким чином, незважаючи на доволі значний науковий доробок із питань цифрової трансформації професійної підготовки майбутніх учителів, дослідження у цій сфері залишаються актуальними, оскільки цифрові технології постійно розвиваються, а отже, змінюються можливості їх застосування в освіті. Основною особливістю цифровізації професійної підготовки майбутніх учителів є те, що цифрові технології в освітньому середовищі виступають одночасно і засобом навчання, за допомогою якого відбувається формування у студентів цифрової компетентності, професійних компетентностей, і об’єктом вивчення, з використанням якого їм самим доведеться далі навчати школярів.
Effect of Cooking Time and Temperature on Extraction Yield and Antioxidant Properties of Beef Rendang
Authors: Nur Huwaidah Ithnin  , Jinap Selamat  , Suganya Murugesu  , Peir Shinn Hew  , Rashidah Sukor  , Siti Nabilah Karim
Published: September 2023

Rendang is a popular traditional cuisine in Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia. Rendang ingredients vary according to different countries and mainly consist of spices, coconut milk, and meat, either chicken or beef. Spices such as coriander, fennel, cumin, ginger, galangal, lemongrass, garlic, and onion used in rendang mostly contributed to its antioxidant properties. However, the beef rendang's antioxidant properties may be lost due to the long cooking period. This study aims to determine the effect of cooking time and temperature on the extraction yield and antioxidant properties of beef. Rendang samples prepared using lean beef and mixed with coconut milk and other spices were collected every hour up to five hours of cooking. The samples were subjected to methanol extraction for total phenolic content (TPC) and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assay using Folin-Ciocalteu and DPPH solution, respectively. The data were analysed by one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Tukey's test. Data for extraction yield showed that rendang samples cooked for one and two hours had significantly lesser yield (p<0.05) than those cooked for three to five hours. For TPC analysis, rendang that was cooked for three hours had the highest total phenolic content (8.018 ± 0.911 mg GAE/g) (p<0.05) compared to those that were cooked for one, two, four, and five hours (4.205±0.364, 2.368±0.127, 2.746±0.080, and 1.839±0.110 mg GAE/g). For the DPPH assay, one-hour beef rendang sample had the lowest EC50 (20.278±0.733 µg/ml) (p<0.05) followed by those cooked for two, three, four, and five hours (39.041±1.368, 40.143±4.502, 48.338±2.115, and 58.159±3.060 µg/ml), indicating a low EC50 value which exhibited high antioxidant power. It can be concluded that antioxidant properties were significantly lost due to prolonged heating with increasing cooking time.
A Study on Retirement Preparedness and Confidence among Private Sector Employees in Malaysia
Authors: Nur Illiya Shaira Ramli  , Nurul Sima Mohamad Shariff
Published: September 2023

Retirement planning is particularly significant for an individual since it ensures that the individual's financial demands are met during the post-retirement period. A good plan prior to retirement is associated with significantly higher life satisfaction after retirement, given that many people spend a significant portion of their lives after a lengthy employment period. Personal retirement planning, on the other hand, is up to the individual. To ensure a comfortable retirement, employees must make a deliberate decision to set aside some of their earnings. However, past studies on retirement planning show that workers in Malaysia have made little or no preparation for their retirement. They only realize the need for retirement preparation when their savings are not enough to cover post-retirement expenses. Therefore, the main purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of attitude towards retirement, goal clarity, social influence, and financial literacy on the preparedness and confidence of private sector employees in Malaysia. Aside from that, the study intends to compare employees' retirement preparedness and confidence by gender as well as age group. The data for this study was collected through the use of a questionnaire. This study used ordered probit regression to see the effect of the determinants on retirement preparedness and confidence. The results of the study showed that attitude towards retirement, goal clarity, social influence, and financial literacy have a significant positive effect on retirement preparedness and confidence. Apart from that, male employees are found to be more prepared and confident to retire compared to female employees. Finally, employees between the ages of 31 and 40 are the most prepared and confident in their ability to retire. The study's findings have important implications for the retiring population in order for them to plan ahead of time so that they can survive throughout their retirement phase.
Physicochemical and Anti-nutrients Analysis of Pasteurised and Unpasteurised Underutilised Sweet Potato Haulm Juice Powder
Authors: Nurhani Fatihah Mohd Hanifah  , Mansor Syamila
Published: September 2023

Under the cash-crop category, sweet potato (Ipomoea Batatas L.) has the second widest plantation area (3, 623 hectares) in Malaysia, after sweet corn. The sweet potato crop had been grown for its edible tubers, leaving behind the top parts of the plants, which led to abundant agricultural waste, around 10 tonnes per hectare. Early studies showed that haulm (unused tops of the plants consisting of stem, stalk, and leaf) from sweet potato plants are a potential source of nutritional contents, including bioactive materials and antioxidants. Suppose the haulms or other fruit and vegetable waste (FVW) are utilised as these nutrient sources benefit Malaysia in terms of consumption and economy, promoting agricultural sustainability. In this study, the sweet potato haulm undergoes slow-juicing, heat-treatment, and freeze-drying. This research focused on elucidating the physicochemical and anti-nutrients analysis of pasteurised and unpasteurised sweet potato haulm juice powder (SPHJP) (water activity, colour analysis, water solubility index, oxalic acid, and phytic acid) as a potentially edible product. Results significantly showed that pasteurised SPHJP had lower water activity (0.34 aw), lower anti-nutrients concentration (oxalic acid and phytic acid), and a higher water solubility index than the unpasteurised SPHJP (p<0.05). It is proven that heat treatment is crucial when utilizing green waste material, as it can reduce the availability of anti-nutrients and increase its potential as a replacement for other green vegetables. Further study must be conducted to convert this underutilised agricultural product into biofertilisers, bioplastics, biofuels, or nutraceutical products.
Physicochemical Properties and Sensory Preference of Keropok Lekor with Partial Replacement of Fish Flesh with Oyster Mushroom
Authors: Iqmal Afifi Lokman , Arifin Norlelawati , Faujan Nur Huda , Ramly Nurzazarina
Published: September 2023

Keropok lekor is a famous fish-based traditional food from Terengganu, Malaysia. Due to the progressive cultivation activity of oyster mushrooms in Malaysia and their high nutritional values, they were selected to be incorporated in keropok lekor formulations to replace a partial percentage of fish flesh. In this study, the determination of nutritional composition and physical as well as evaluation of sensory acceptability of oyster mushroom-containing keropok lekor were carried out. Three formulations of keropok lekor with different ratios of fish flesh to oyster mushroom were prepared as follows: control (100:0), sample A (75:25), and sample B (50:50). In terms of nutritional composition, the results found that the value of ash, moisture, and carbohydrate contents of keropok lekor with oyster mushroom substitutions were significantly higher (P<0.05) than control keropok lekor. However, the experimental keropok lekor (sample A and sample B) had significantly lower (P<0.05) protein and fat contents than the control sample. The highest value of hardness, springiness, cohesiveness, and chewiness of the control sample (100% fish flesh) was obtained in comparison to keropok lekor substituted with oyster mushroom. In the context of colour, the value of L* (whiteness) increased by substituting oyster mushrooms into keropok lekor formulations due to the light colour of the mushroom. The 9-point hedonic scale test indicated that consumers’ preferences for experimental keropok lekor (sample A and sample B) were significantly (P<0.05) higher scores as compared to the control sample in terms of texture, taste, and overall acceptance. In contrast, appearance, colour, and aroma attributes obtained lower scores. The findings also suggested that replacing fish flesh with oyster mushrooms in keropok lekor has great potential to be commercialized in the market and represented as a new variety of keropok lekor in the food industry.
Sálmabókarsköp. Guðsmóðir, safnaðarsöngur og kirkjulist Kristínar Gunnlaugsdóttur
Authors: Guðmarsdóttir Sigríður
Published: September 2023

Sálmabók íslensku kirkjunnar kom út árið 2022 og leysti af hólmi samnefnda sálmabók frá árinu 1972. Í þessari grein verður rýnt í myndmál sálmabókarinnar og spurt hvar finna megi merki um móðurlíkamann, hvernig forn tákn Maríu séu notuð í sálmabókinni og hvers konar kynhlutverk þyki sæma kirkjulist og safnaðarsöng í samtímanum. Á síðustu áratugum hafa áhrifamestu Maríutúlkanir á Íslandi sprottið fram í myndlist Kristínar Gunnlaugsdóttur. Umfjöllunin í greininni einskorðast við þau verk Kristínar sem flokka má sem kirkjulist, það er listaverk sem staðsett eru í kirkjum, kapellum og helgum stöðum þar sem fjölbreytt kirkjustarf fer fram. Með því að tengja saman „sálmabók“ og „sköp“ í titli greinar nýtir greinin orðaleik Kristínar og kannar hvers konar sköpum sé miðlað í sálmabókinni og hvaða kynhlutverk liggi þar að baki. Í orðaleiknum felst einnig sú áhersla að sálmabók sé ritstýrt sköpunarverk með kynjaðan boðskap til síns samtíma.
„Hann sagði henni að drottinn væri henni reiður“. Móðurhlutverkið, kristni og kvenleiki í íslenskum þjóðsögum
Authors: Jónsdóttir Dagrún Ósk
Published: September 2023

Þjóðsögur geta sagt okkur margt um þau samfélög sem þær tilheyra og endurspegla á vissan hátt þann hugmyndaheim sem þær spretta úr. Í greininni eru íslenskar þjóðsögur, frá nítjándu og fyrri hluta tuttugustu aldar, sem segja frá konum sem fara gegn ríkjandi hugmyndum um barneignir og móðurhlutverkið teknar til skoðunar. Annars vegar er fjallað um giftar konur sem kjósa að eignast ekki börn og hins vegar ógiftar konur sem eignast börn en bera þau út á laun strax eftir fæðinguna. Kirkjan og prestar birtast jafnan í þessum sögum í hlutverki yfirvalds. Leitast er við að svara því hvað þessar sögur segja okkur um birtingarmyndir og tengsl kvenleika, móðurhlutverksins og kristninnar.
Childhood obesity: An approach to individualized treatment
Authors: Collins Philip , Brolis Nils
Published: September 2023

In the United States, obesity prevalence has surpassed alarming rates and reached epidemic proportions with increased body mass index and poor diet being among the top causes of morbidity and mortality. Approximately 18.5% of children in the United States have obesity. Childhood obesity is associated with medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, asthma and musculoskeletal disorders among other conditions. It is also associated with an increased risk for discrimination and bullying. The goal of treatment in the pediatric and adolescent patient with overweight or obesity is to develop healthy habits and lifestyle patterns which will hopefully persist into adulthood in order to prevent future adverse health outcomes, improve quality of life and improve body image and self-esteem. Osteopathic family physicians are well suited to provide the needed comprehensive care, taking a holistic, patient-centered treatment approach including nutrition, activity and behavior. While therapeutic lifestyle changes are the primary focus of treatment, the provider must also consider socioeconomic factors, mental health, treatment of comorbidities and familial factors when determining treatment. This article aims to summarize the risks and consequences of childhood obesity as well as outline the approach the osteopathic family physician can take to assessment and treatment of the pediatric patient with obesity.
Troubleshooting common breastfeeding difficulties
Authors: Conaway Eileen
Published: September 2023

The majority of women who initiate breastfeeding at birth do not meet long term exclusive breastfeeding recommendations. This early weaning is often the result of breastfeeding difficulties and misinformation. Access to lactation professionals is limited for many patients and family physicians can help bridge this care gap.
Thermodynamic properties of some monoterpenes with pharmacological applications
Authors:   Institute of Physical Chemistry „Ilie Murgulescu” of Roumanian Academy, 202 Spl. Independenţei, 060021, Bucharest, Roumania, GHEORGHE Daniela , NEACSU Ana ,   Institute of Physical Chemistry „Ilie Murgulescu” of Roumanian Academy, 202 Spl. Independenţei, 060021, Bucharest, Roumania, SOFRONIA Ancuta Mihaela ,   Institute of Physical Chemistry „Ilie Murgulescu” of Roumanian Academy, 202 Spl. Independenţei, 060021, Bucharest, Roumania, PERISANU Stefan ,   Department of General Chemistry, Polytechnic University of Bucharest, 1 Polizu st., 011061, Bucharest, Roumania
Published: September 2023

"Solid-state thymol, liquid carvacrol and eugenol were characterized by using combustion calorimetry and thermal analysis-simultaneous thermogravimetry (TG) coupled with differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) techniques. The enthalpies of formation were calculated using the measured heat of combustion for the studied compounds. Our values were compared with the literature and calculated data. Information about the stability of the samples was reported. From DSC measurements, the temperatures of melting-decomposition and their corresponding enthalpies were calculated. "