bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Extensive Fournier’s Gangrene Due to Delayed Management of Perianal Abscess in Uncontrolled Diabetes: A Case Report
Authors: Pandiaraja Jayabal , Shalini Arumugam
Published: July 2024

Fournier’s gangrene is a rapidly spreading gangrene predominantly affecting the genital and perianal region. It has the highest mortality and is more common in immunocompromised and diabetic patients. Poorly controlled diabetes is one of the common risk factors for Fournier’s gangrene. Delayed diagnosis and treatment increase mortality by nearly 100%. In our case, the patient was initially managed for a perianal abscess and later progressed to Fournier’s gangrene. A 48-year-old male diabetic presented with erythematous swelling in the right-side scrotal region for one-week duration. He had a recent perianal abscess and underwent incision and drainage at another hospital He also reported fever with chills and rigors for the past two days. The patient is now in a state of septic shock. He has a history of irregular medication for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Clinical examination confirmed Fournier’s gangrene resulting from a perianal abscess in the context of uncontrolled diabetes. The patient underwent an emergency wound debridement under spinal anesthesia. Extensive wound debridement was performed on the right hemiscrotum. Necrotic tissue was debrided on the right perianal region. The patient was initiated on empirical antibiotics, receiving a calculated dose of cefoperazone with sulbactam and metronidazole. Additionally, the patient underwent sitz baths and received regular wound dressing. Following wound debridement and glycemic control with insulin, the patient showed signs of improvement. Four weeks post-debridement, the patient underwent split-skin grafting for the raw area on the scrotum, while the fistula site was allowed to heal by secondary intention. The cornerstone in managing perianal abscess with Fournier’s gangrene in diabetic patients is extensive wound debridement, antibiotic coverage, and proper management of diabetes. Early diagnosis and prompt surgery of perianal abscess can reduce the risk of developing Fournier’s gangrene in diabetic patients. Post-surgical raw areas can be effectively managed with split-skin grafts.
Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes: A Bibliometric Analysis of the 100 Most-cited Publications
Authors: Dayal Devi , Gupta Brij Mohan , Mamdapur Ghouse Modin , Vaishya Raju , Gupta Atul , Bansal Madhu
Published: July 2024

Background:

The most impactful research on pediatric type 1 diabetes (T1D) remains unknown.

Objective:

We aimed to evaluate the characteristics and impact of the 100 most-cited articles on pediatric T1D.

Materials and Methods:

Using a predefined bibliometric strategy, the Scopus database was searched for high-cited papers (HCPs) published from 2001 to 2020. Articles were evaluated for data on the publication year, countries, authors, journals, topics, and types. Social network analysis was performed to visualize the interaction among countries, organizations, and authors using VOSviewer software.

Results:

The top 100 HCPs received 390 to 4634 citations, averaging 773.5 citations per paper (CPP). The funded HCPs (n = 50) had a higher impact (CPP 791.5). The majority of HCPs (n = 83) were collaborative. Classifying by research type, 65 studies were clinical (n = 65), risk factors (n = 27), epidemiology (n = 26), pathophysiology (n = 16), treatment outcome (n = 13), genetics (n = 12), complications (n = 3), quality of life (n = 2), and prognosis (n = 1). The number of authors involved was 1,101, affiliated with 545 organizations in 27 countries; the USA (n = 64) and the UK (n = 24) were the most productive countries, whereas Australia and the UK were the most impactful. D.M. Nathan and J.M. Lawrence were the most prolific authors, while P. Raskin and J.M. Lachin were the most impactful.

Conclusions:

High-income countries such as the USA, UK, and Australia contribute significantly to high-impact pediatric T1D research. Funding and collaboration improve the impact of citations in publications. Less researched areas such as treatment outcomes, genetics, complications, quality of life, and prognosis should be the focus of future research on pediatric T1D.
Rhabdomyolysis Associated with Sedentary Lifestyle, Strenuous Exercise, and Vitamin D3 Deficiency: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Sandhu Kanwarpreet Singh , Bawa Pahul Kaur
Published: July 2024

Rhabdomyolysis can lead to variable clinical presentation and complications putting life at risk. Patients with preexisting low serum 25(OH) Vitamin D are at high risk of exertional rhabdomyolysis during strenuous activities. This aimed to study the pathophysiology of rhabdomyolysis associated with sedentary lifestyle, strenuous exercise, and Vitamin D3 deficiency. A 26-year-old male with chief complaints of cramps in thigh muscles, reduced urine output, and dark coffee-colored urine was presented at Bawa Hospital, Ludhiana. The patient has a history of strenuous exercise and Vitamin D deficiency. Serum creatinine kinase, liver enzymes, and myoglobin in urine were evaluated. The patient was treated with intravenous fluids, sodium bicarbonate, and diuretic. The case was diagnosed as rhabdomyolysis and was treated accordingly. The recovery after 5 days was good following early treatment with fluids and forced alkaline diuresis. The kidney function tests remained normal throughout the treatment period. Aggressive fluid resuscitation is the key management for rhabdomyolysis.
Correlation between handgrip strength and lower extremity strength amongst Malaysian professional football players
Authors: Naim Ezzat , Hamid Mohamad Shariff A.
Published: July 2024

Background:

We investigated the pattern of handgrip strength (HGS) and lower extremity strength in professional football players and how they were correlated.

Methods:

Secondary data were gathered during pre-participation evaluation sessions from a sample of 87 Selangor state-based Malaysian professional football players. The statistical analysis of the pattern of lower limb strength and HGS was based on the player’s position on the field. The correlation between HGS and lower extremity strength was looked at using Pearson’s correlation coefficient. The factors that affect HGS were analysed using a multivariate regression model.

Results:

In both dominant (P = 0.026) and non-dominant hands (P = 0.016), goalkeepers had significantly higher HGS than strikers. Dominant HGS had a moderate correlation with knee extensor strength (r = 0.38, P < 0.05). The moderate correlation between HGS and knee extensor strength remains consistent despite being controlled for weight (r = 0.33, P <0.05) and skeletal muscle mass (SMM) (r = 0.31, P < 0.05). Significant correlations were observed despite the lower correlation value between dominant HGS and hip flexor strength (r = 0.31, P < 0.05), hip extensor strength (r = 0.30, P < 0.05) and knee flexor strength (r = 0.29, P < 0.05). Dominant knee extensor strength and SMM were identified as statistically significant predictors for dominant HGS (F [2,84] = 11.60, P < 0.01) with R2 = 0.22.

Conclusions:

The unique anthropometric traits of professional footballers, especially goalkeepers, improve HGS. Handgrip and knee extensor strength were moderately correlated, supporting previous study findings on the existence of a non-local effect between upper limb and lower limb strength.
Apple Vision Pro’s new technology as a head-mounted perimetry device for glaucoma and other potential applications
Authors: Masalkhi Mouayad , Ong Joshua , Waisberg Ethan , Dervan Edward , Lee Andrew G.
Published: July 2024

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide and poses a significant public health challenge. Primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is the most common form of glaucoma and is marked by progressive optic nerve damage and peripheral visual field loss. Early detection and management of glaucoma are essential to prevent severe vision impairment. Perimetry measures visual field sensitivity and is a crucial tool for diagnosing and the progression of glaucoma. However, traditional perimetry devices are bulky, expensive, and require specialized settings, thereby limiting their accessibility. Studies indicate the evolving role of portable and home-based visual field testing, where the efficacy of virtual reality (VR) devices such as the VisuALL against traditional perimetry tools. Apple Vision Pro’s integration into glaucoma management could address the limitations of conventional perimetry, and thus making monitoring more feasible and less burdensome. In this manuscript, we explore the potential of Apple Vision Pro’s technology as a head-mounted perimetry device for glaucoma. The Apple Vision Pro headset leverages advances in augmented reality and wearable computing to offer a portable, cost-effective solution for visual field testing. Its compact design enables patients to perform tests at home, thus reducing the need for clinical visits and improving adherence to monitoring protocols. This portability is also particularly beneficial in space environments, such as on the International Space Station, where regular monitoring of visual health of astronauts is critical.
Torpedo maculopathy
Authors: Shrinkhal
Published: July 2024

Torpedo maculopathy is a rare congenital defect of the retinal pigment epithelium that produces a disruption of outer retinal layers. It is a hypopigmented torpedo-shaped lesion temporal to the macula, pointing toward the fovea. The visual acuity is usually normal because there is no foveal involvement. Regular follow-up is required in these patients as they can develop choroidal neovascularization.
Case of neonatal diabetes mellitus due to KCNJ11 mutation: Therapeutic implications of a genetic diagnosis
Authors: Marakkar Shagufa , Soodhana Dhanya , Apala Shinju , Gangan Roshni , Anirudhan Vinitha K. , Anand Manjula
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND:

Neonatal diabetes mellitus (NDM) is a rare condition occurring in approximately 1 in 90,000 live births.

CASE REPORT:

We describe a 2.5-month-old infant with neonatal diabetes who presented with diabetic ketoacidosis due to a mutation affecting the KCNJ11 gene, which encodes the Kir6.2 subunit of the ATP-sensitive potassium channel in pancreatic beta cells.

CONCLUSION:

Availing a genetic diagnosis has crucial therapeutic implications in the initiation of oral sulfonylureas in KCNJ11 and ABCC8 mutations as against the continued use of subcutaneous insulin in some other causes of neonatal diabetes.
Navigating the chemotherapy-induced acute motor and sensory axonal neuropathy and diabetic ketoacidosis in an adolescent girl with acute lymphoblastic leukemia: A case report
Authors: Kuriakose Mathews E. , Francis Johny Vakayil , Chandrababu Aruna , Rajan Varun
Published: July 2024

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common hematological malignancy of childhood, can cause significant morbidity and mortality due to the tumor burden or toxic effects of chemotherapeutic agents. Early detection and appropriate treatment of these complications are crucial for improving survival and quality of life. We report a case of a 12-year-old girl with B-cell ALL who experienced multiple chemotherapy-related adverse events, namely pancreatitis, hypertriglyceridemia, and a rare combination of steroid and l-asparaginase-induced hyperglycemia with diabetic ketoacidosis, and vincristine-induced acute motor and sensory axonal neuropathy. She was managed by discontinuation of vincristine and l-asparaginase and given intravenous immunoglobulin, fluid resuscitation, and antibiotics. She had a full neurological recovery within 2 months and continued with the modified chemotherapy protocol.
Does the Pharmacy Profession View the Full Picture of Cognitive Disorders?
Authors: Alderman Chris
Published: July 2024

The imperative for pharmacists to play a more significant role in working with patients affected by cognitive impairment has never been greater. This is a rapidly
evolving issue, and data from the organization Alzheimer's Disease International presents a range of epidemiological facts that should be of concern to health practitioners,
health administrators, governments and other funders, policy makers, and the wider public. Consumers have every right to expect, and indeed to demand, action from agencies that
can and should act. According to Alzheimer's Disease International, the number of cases of dementia worldwide is expected to increase by 100% over the coming 20 years.
Impact of a Delirium Protocol on Deliriogenic Medication Use in Hospitalized Older Veterans
Authors: Weygint Alison M. , LaMarr Brandon , Lee Stephanie
Published: July 2024

Background The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) implemented a delirium prevention and treatment protocol in 2019. Objective The primary objective of this study was to determine if the implementation of a delirium protocol influenced deliriogenic
medication use in hospitalized geriatric veterans. The secondary objectives were to compare the rates of delirium diagnosis, hospital length-of-stay, and rates of newly started deliriogenic medications during admission pre- and post-protocol. Methods This study was a retrospective,
secondary data analysis study. Veterans 65 years of age and older who were admitted to an inpatient medical ward at the SAVAHCS for 24 hours or more between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018 (pre-protocol) or January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2021 (post-protocol) were included. Patients
were excluded if they had a diagnosis of alcohol or benzodiazepine withdrawal upon admission. Results A total of 5491 patients were included in this study; 2940 (53.5%) in the pre-protocol group and 2551 (46.5%) in the post-protocol group. Patients received at least one
deliriogenic medication during their admission in the post-protocol group (36.2%) compared with the pre-protocol group (34.1%), but there was no statistically significant difference (P = 0.098). There were also no significant differences in the rates of documentation of delirium as
a diagnosis at discharge, hospital length-of-stay, or the rates of newly started deliriogenic medications during admission between the groups. Conclusion Implementation of a delirium prevention and treatment protocol at the SAVAHCS did not significantly impact the use of
deliriogenic medications in hospitalized geriatric veterans.
Review of Current Clinical Options for the Management of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia
Authors: Malena Katelyn , Rao Shantanu , Mosler Charles
Published: July 2024

Dementia is a disease most prevalent in the older adult population. The cognitive symptoms of dementia include impairments in problem-solving, memory, and language. Some patients experience noncognitive symptoms in addition to the cognitive symptoms of dementia. These noncognitive symptoms
are called behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia or BPSD. The primary objective of our study was to examine the therapeutic options, guidelines, and clinical considerations for the management of BPSD. The existing literature about BPSD was reviewed with searches in PubMed, MEDLINE,
and online search platforms. Dysregulation of neurotransmission involving acetylcholine, dopamine, and serotonin has been shown to cause behavioral and psychological symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. BPSD can include hallucinations, agitation, delusions, anxiety, apathy, abnormal body movements,
irritability, depression, disinhibition, and sleep or appetite changes. Pharmacologic therapies used in the treatment of BPSD include antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, and anticonvulsants. Treatment can be tailored to the specific noncognitive symptoms that are experienced. The
use of these agents may be limited based on recommendations from the Beers Criteria®, STOPP criteria, treatment guidelines, and FDA warnings.
Direct Evidentials in Korean: From the Perspective of the Multi-Store Memory Model
Authors: Moon Chang-Hak
Published: July 2024

This study clarifies the meaning of direct evidential markers in Korean and examines their semantic characteristics using a multi-store memory model. Korean direct evidential markers are categorized into those indicating either “present perception-based knowledge” or “past acquisition-based knowledge.” The former are subdivided into “unaccepted present perception-based knowledge” (-네 -ney) and “accepted present perception-based knowledge” (-군 -kwun), and the latter into “knowledge derived from past perception” (-더라 -tela) and “knowledge integrated into personal or general understanding” (-지 -ci). Within the multi-store memory model, -네 -ney aligns with the indicator of the maintenance rehearsal process, while  -군 -kwun serves as an indicator of elaborative rehearsal, and -더라 -tela and -지 -ci correspond to retrieval indicators from long-term memory.
Процессуальные особенности примирения субъектов корпоративных отношений в арбитражном суде
Authors: Раздьяконов Е.С.
Published: July 2024

В СТАТЬЕ РАССМАТРИВАЮТСЯ ПРОЦЕССУАЛЬНЫЕ АСПЕКТЫ ПРИМИРЕНИЯ СУБЪЕКТОВ СПОРНЫХ КОРПОРАТИВНЫХ ОТНОШЕНИЙ, КОТОРЫЕ НЕ БЫЛИ УРЕГУЛИРОВАНЫ ЗАКОНОДАТЕЛЕМ В ХОДЕ ПОСЛЕДНЕЙ РЕФОРМЫ ИНСТИТУТА ПРИМИРЕНИЯ И МИРОВОГО СОГЛАШЕНИЯ. АВТОР ФОКУСИРУЕТ СВОЕ ВНИМАНИЕ НА СООТНОШЕНИИ ДОСУДЕБНЫХ УВЕДОМЛЕНИЙ И ДЕЙСТВИЙ ПО ПРИМИРЕНИЮ, НА ВОЗМОЖНОСТИ ОТНЕСЕНИЯ КОРПОРАЦИИ К СУБЪЕКТАМ ПРИМИРИТЕЛЬНЫХ ПРОЦЕДУР И НА ВЫЯВЛЕНИИ ПРАВОВЫХ ОСНОВАНИЙ ДЛЯ УЧАСТИЯ В ПРИМИРИТЕЛЬНЫХ ПРОЦЕДУРАХ ТЕХ СУБЪЕКТОВ, КОТОРЫЕ НЕ ПРИОБРЕЛИ ПРОЦЕССУАЛЬНЫЙ СТАТУС СТОРОНЫ (ИСТЦА ИЛИ ОТВЕТЧИКА) ПО ДЕЛУ.
Lifelong Learning among Students in the Context of COVID-19: A Case Study of the SADC Region
Authors: Chauke Thulani Andrew
Published: July 2024

COVID-19 has disrupted the process of teaching and learning across the globe, posing significant challenges to educational institutions worldwide. Some universities in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region faced difficulties in transitioning to online learning, which adversely affected students' academic progress. The pandemic intensified the existing inequalities in the SADC region, further marginalising students from disadvantaged backgrounds and impeding their access to quality education. However, despite the adverse effects of COVID-19 on traditional contact-based learning, students managed to acquire a new set of skills necessary for navigating the digital age. Moreover, the pandemic presented opportunities for students in the SADC region to develop essential skills for participation in the mainstream economy. This study examines how COVID-19 disrupted students' academic development, and the lessons that students learnt during the pandemic in the SADC countries, with a special focus on South Africa and Zimbabwe. The study concludes by highlighting the interventions adopted by higher education institutions in the SADC region to support students in the context of COVID-19. Methodologically, this study employed secondary data analysis, including policies and existing literature. The findings reveal that students learnt new and innovative ways of studying during the pandemic. This study is underpinned by the self-directed learning theory, which emphasises the importance of self-reliance among students. An important recommendation  concerns implementing policies within SADC to promote lifelong learning among students, both during and after COVID-19. In addition, the study proposes that higher education institutions establish tech-innovation hubs on campuses, where students can interact and acquire new skills needed in the digital age.
Türkiye’de Bankacılık Sektörü ve Sermaye Piyasası Değişkenleri Arasındaki İlişkinin Toda-Yamamoto Nedensellik Analiziyle Araştırılması
Authors: Karakaya Murat , Oktay Sadiye
Published: July 2024

Bankacılık sektörü ve sermaye piyasası, finansal sistemin temel unsurları arasında yer almaktadır.
Bu çalışma, Türkiye’de bankacılık sektörü ve sermaye piyasası arasında bir ilişki olup olmadığının
araştırılmasını amaçlamaktadır. Bankacılık sektörünü temsilen, aktif, kredi, mevduat, şube, personel
ve kar verileri; sermaye piyasasını temsilen ise BIST toplam piyasa değeri, BIST 100 Endeksi ve toplam
işlem hacmi verileri Ocak 2002 – Nisan 2023 dönemini içerecek şekilde derlenmiş ve Toda-Yamamoto
nedensellik analizi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda bankacılık sektörü ve sermaye piyasası
arasında iki yönlü nedensellik ilişkisi tespit edilmiştir. Bu sonuç, finansal sistemin birbirine bağlı
yapısının ve sistemin bileşenlerinin birbirini nasıl etkilediğinin anlaşılmasına katkı sağlamaktadır.
The Effects of a Structured Resiliency Program on Indicators of Burnout in Medical Residents
Authors: Riese Amy , Brennan Julie , Lynch Denis , Nowak Jordin , McGrady Angele
Published: July 2024

Because of the well documented burnout and stress experienced by medical residents, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Education (ACGME) has directed training programs to address these issues in their residents. The current study describes a resiliency enhancement program administered to residents from differing residencies. Method: Residents received group-based sessions focusing on awareness of stress reactions, mindfulness, cognitive coping skills and balancing life and work. All sessions were interactive. The training occurred over a 9-month time span. Residents provided informed consent so that data could be collected. The percentage of burnout was calculated based on one indicator (high emotional exhaustion, high depersonalization, or low personal accomplishment using the Maslach Burnout Scale). Standardized assessment instruments were administered at the beginning (September) and the end of the program (May) to assess the impact of the intervention. Residents were in training at a medium-sized academic medical center. They came from urology, internal medicine, emergency medicine and neurology training programs. Eighteen female and 51 male residents participated. Results: Baseline rates of burnout were as follows: urology residents, 89%; internal medicine, 73%; neurology, 50%; emergency medicine, 22%. There was a significant decrease in perceived stress for the overall group following the intervention. Residents who significantly improved on mindfulness measures also showed significant improvement on resiliency, stress, and personal accomplishment scores. Residents who significantly lowered perceived stress also lowered emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and increased resiliency and compassion satisfaction. Discussion: This study demonstrated that a resiliency enhancement program and data collection after IRB approval is feasible and effective during medical residency. Based on our analysis, mindfulness, and cognitive skills to reduce perceptions of stress seem to be critical components. Future research is necessary to identify elements of the program most relevant to specific residencies.
La cura y el cuidado, entre el móvil y las redes.
Authors: Vilarroig Martin Jaime
Published: July 2024

Cuidar a los otros en sus enfermedades es un caso particular de un cuidado más amplio por la realidad, por nosotros mismos, por los demás e incluso por lo sagrado. Pero el teléfono móvil está reconfigurando nuestra relación con todo esto. La posibilidad de tener a mano acceso a las redes significa al menos un cambio de perspectiva en la propia realidad, en el hombre individual y comunitario y en nuestra relación con lo sagrado. El cuidado con el ser de las cosas cambia, porque las nuevas tecnologías contemporáneas suponen una desrealización del mundo, acrecentando de manera acelerada la hiperrealidad del mundo virtual, mientras que a la vez se nos introduce en procesos de semiosis infinita donde nunca es posible dar con el dato real (cuidado por la realidad). El cuidado de uno mismo cambia porque las nuevas tecnologías de hoy también suponen la supresión del tiempo de espera entre la necesidad y el deseo, necesario para toda maduración, del mismo modo que cuestionan el dominio que ejercemos sobre la técnica invirtiendo los términos en esta relación de dominio (cuidado por uno mismo). El cuidado de los otros cambia porque las nuevas tecnologías se corre el riesgo de despersonalizar la comunicación en general y aislar al sujeto, convirtiendo al otro en mero medio (cuidado por los otros). Por último el cuidado de lo sagrado también cambia debido a que las nuevas tecnologías contemporáneas tienden a adquirir los atributos que clásicamente se atribuían a la divinidad (omnipotencia, omnisciencia, ubicuidad, eternidad, etc.), configurando sin pretenderlo una especie de nueva salvación-salud a la que se sacrifica la propia vida (cuidado por lo sagrado). La presente reflexión pretende servir de reflexión filosófica sobre la que aplicar después las técnicas del cuidado concretas.
El efecto de la formación y el desarrollo de las actitudes hacia la capacitación y competencia laboral de los empleados del Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado Del Cantón Latacunga
Authors: Herrera Herrera Kerly Yessenia , Jacome Guano Luis Ricardo , Torres Espin Enma Mariely
Published: July 2024

El estudio de centra en evaluar la formación profesional, el desarrollo de las actitudes hacia la capacitación y competencia laboral de los empleados del GAD del cantón Latacunga. Se aplicó una encuesta a 80 servidores públicos de la institución sustentado en un enfoque cuantitativo – tipo correlacional. Los resultados indicaron que existe una asociación positiva significativa entre la formación profesional, el desarrollo de actitudes hacia la competencia laboral (H1 ?b= 0.864; p=0.000). Lo que sugiere que, a medida que se mejora la formación y el desarrollo de actitudes, también lo hace la competencia laboral. Desde la perspectiva administrativa, estos resultados son muy relevantes para la política del talento humano y desarrollo profesional. Este enfoque es estratégicamente prudente para mejorar la competencia y eficacia del servicio público. Se concluyó que, las herramientas efectivas, la comunicación y el reconocimiento de los niveles jerárquicos son factores determinantes en el desarrollo de actitudes.
Evaluation of Geohazards Research in the World and Pacific Region: A Comparative Bibliometric Study
Authors: Nisa Khoirun , Suprapto Nadi , Rizki Iqbal
Published: July 2024

Geohazards are natural phenomena that endanger infrastructure, the environment, and human activity. Understanding and mitigating them is crucial for public safety, disaster preparedness, and sustainable land and resource management. This research objective is to analyze geohazard research trends globally and then compare them with countries around the Pacific Ring. Ninety-six geohazard publications were analyzed using bibliometric analysis and the VOSviewer application. The general trend of geohazard research increased slightly. It is critical in dealing with the expanding threats posed by geohazards, adapting to changing conditions, protecting vulnerable people, and leveraging technological improvements for more effective hazard management and disaster risk reduction. The Annual Offshore Technology Conference Proceedings and Engineering Geology are the most popular scholarly journals for authors to publish research on geohazard. The most popular topic area for geohazard papers is Earth and Planetary Sciences, followed by engineering, environmental science, and computer science. It is consistent with the growing use of technology in geohazard research. This study also includes an authorship profile. This research implies enhancing disaster risk reduction strategies and contributing to global efforts to address the challenges posed by geohazards.
Enhancement Petrophysical Properties of Carbonate Reservoirs Using Plasma Channel Technology, Case Study: Yamama Formation, South of Iraq
Authors: Sattam Mohammed , Hameed Safaa , Al-Ali Rasha
Published: July 2024

Carbonate reservoirs are significant hydrocarbon productions, but their complex and heterogeneous nature often poses challenges in maximizing oil and gas recovery. Traditional methods for enhancing petrophysical properties have shown limited success in carbonate formations. However, new advancements in Plasma Channel Technology have shown promising results in improving the reservoir's petrophysical properties. The application of Plasma Channel Technology is considered as a novel approach to enhance the petrophysical properties of carbonate reservoirs. Plasma channel technology involves the controlled application of high-voltage electrical discharges to create conductive channels (new porosity) within the reservoir units. These channels serve as preferential pathways for fluid flow (permeability) and facilitate enhanced oil and gas recovery. The main objective of this study is to show the key aspects of the enhancement of the Yamama reservoir properties using Plasma Channel Technology minimizes the need for chemical additives to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Therefore, Yamama Formation is studied in two oil wells Snd-1 and Snd-2, six core samples from reservoir units within the Yamama succession were studied to determine porosity using a Scanning Electron Microscope which provides valuable insights into their internal structure and porosity characteristics in these samples. A comparison had been done between porosities within rock samples before and after application of Plasma channel technology, where the porosity was ranging from micropores (10 nm) to mesopores (10-50 nm) in some samples before voltage electrical discharges, while it reached mesopores (20-50 nm) to macropores (more than 500 nm) after voltage electrical discharges.These pores have been increased in size if there was higher voltage which means enhancement in the petrophysical properties in the reservoir.
Enhancing Oil Production Rate by Well Type Conversion in an Iraqi Field
Authors: Altaher Al-Hussein , Hamoudi Maha , Abdul-Majeed Ghassan , Almahdawi Faleh
Published: July 2024

Horizontal wells have been drilled worldwide for the past decades, mainly to increase well’s deliverability. Many vertical wells have been converted to horizontal wells. Only some of them were successful in increasing the oil production rate as expected. In this study, a vertical well (V1) in Kirkuk field was studied and converted to a designed horizontal well (H1) to increase the productivity. PROSPER software was used to model both wells. H1 was designed with well horizontal lengths of 152, 305, 457, and 610 m, and permeability ratios of 0.1, 0.2, 0.4, 0.7 and 1.0. A developed correlation for calculating well construction cost, along with Questor software, were used to perform the economic analysis. It was found that the highest productivity index and production rate ratios were 5.2 and 2.41, respectively. Reservoir pay thickness and permeability ratio are the main parameters in determining the minimum feasible horizontal well length. Reservoir pressure and water cut were found to be the most sensitive parameters in both wells. The net profit generated by a horizontal well with length of 610 m and permeability ratio of 0.2 is 1.9 folds the net profit generated by a vertical well, in three years.
Soil Vulnerability Analysis Using the Microtremor Method for Mapping the Landslide Susceptibility Area in Batu City, Indonesia
Authors: Hasan Muhammad , Susilo Adi , Suryo Eko , Agung Putera , Hiranyo Anandya , Pratiwie Dessy , Zulaikah Siti , Maryanto Sukir
Published: July 2024

Based on Regional Agency for Disaster Management (BPBD) Batu City data, Indonesia, 36 landslides have been recorded in the last three years around the Payung area, where this area connects several regions around Batu City. So, it is necessary to map areas with potential ground movement as an initial step for the local government in formulating a landslide disaster management strategy. This research aims to map landslide susceptibility areas around Payung, Batu City, identified based on the soil vulnerability index value range in the peak ground acceleration (PGA) mapping results. The data was measured using the microtremor method. There were 22 measurement points in 3 zones with different heights, and the microtremor signal was recorded for 35-40 minutes at each point. The microtremor signal from seismic recording is composed of three components (NS, EW, and Up-Down), which are used to develop the Horizontal to Vertical Spectral Ratio (HVSR) technique, where the ratio value is obtained by comparing horizontal (H) components (HNS and HEW) to the vertical component (Up-Down (V)). The research results show that landslide susceptibility areas are located at points M10, M13, and M16, with a soil vulnerability index range of 21-40.1. When a landslide occurs in that area with high vulnerability, it will impact points along Payung Street at points M3–M9. The points with high soil vulnerability index values need special treatment to reduce the impact of landslides.
Pollution Assessment of the Tigris River Sediments Resulting from Wastewater Discharge in Baghdad, Iraq
Authors: Dhary Maryam , Abdulhussein Firas
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to study the concentrations of some trace elements, such as Pb, Ni, Cd, Cu, Cr, Zn, Mn, and Fe and evaluate the level of pollution resulting from sewage on the Tigris River sediment by selecting eight stations distributed along the River (Central bank of Iraq, Jadriya Bridge, Al-Dora (Al-Dora silo), Sinak Bridge, Ahrar bridge, River street, Medical city, Al-Kadhimiya) in Baghdad City. The study was conducted during two seasons, winter and summer. Geochemical pollution indices such as geoaccumulation factor and contamination factor were used to evaluate the degree of acidity of river sediment. The results showed that the summer season of the Tigris River recorded relatively higher concentrations than the winter season. This may be because of the decrease in the dilution factor of these elements in the sediment due to the low water levels during the summer. According to the I-geo results, the sixth site's sediment is unpolluted with Fe, Mn, Cr, Ni, Zn, Pb, and Cd in both seasons and mildly polluted with Cu in the summer. The Cu contamination factor, classified as class 3, indicates significant contamination to severely pollute in summer, while Fe, Pb, Cu, and Zn conbankred unpolluted in both seasons. Fe, Mn, Cr, Ni, Pb, Cd, and Zn are not polluted in any season. However, Cu's contamination factor is classified as class 3, meaning significant contamination occurs during summer.
Efektivitas Senam Lansia Terhadap Perubahan Depresi dan Kualitas Hidup Lansia
Authors: Ngadiran Antonius , Eny Pujiati
Published: July 2024

Depresi yang terjadi usia lanjut berkisar 1-2%, kejadian pada wanita 1.4% dan pada laki-laki 0.4%. Depresi  pada lansia membutuhkan upaya pencegahan menggunakan aktivitas fisik, salah satu aktivitas fisik dengan olahraga lansia. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan apakah ada pengaruh olahraga lansia terhadap perubahan tingkat depresi dan kualitas hidup lansia. Desain penelitian yang di gunakan menggunakan kuasi eksperimen dengan menggunakan  pendekatan sebelum dan sesudah test dilakukan pada 73 lanjut usia yang dikelompokkan menjadi dua, yaitu 36 lansia pada kelompok perlakuan dan 37 lansia pada kelompok pembanding. Analisa data berpedoman pada proposal penelitian, data yang terkumpul dianalisa menggunakan tingkat signifikansi < 0,05. Responden mengikuti latihan 3x/minggu selama 12 minggu. Setelah mengikuti senam lansia skor depresi mengalami penurunan secara signifikan di bandingkan kelompok pembanding dengan nilai p value 0,000. Setelah mengikuti senam lansia skor kualitas hidup mengalami peningkatan secara signifikan di bandingkan kelompok pembanding dengan nilai p value 0,010. Lansia yang melakukan latihan berbasis motorik (senam lansia) secara teratur, dengan durasi 30 menit tiap latihan, dengan frekuensi 3x tiap  minggu selama 12 minggu mempunyai kualitas hidup yang lebih baik jika dibandingkan dengan lanjut usia yang melakukan aktifitas lain.
THE HUMAN ASPECT OF ICT IMPLEMENTATION IN THE JAPANESE EDUCATION SYSTEM: A CASE STUDY OF PRE-PANDEMIC SECONDARY EDUCATION IN KANAGAWA PREFECTURE
Authors: Woo Soonbo (Nicholas)
Published: July 2024

This article is based on a case study done at one public secondary school in Yokohama, Japan with supplementing data from surrounding schools. The aim of the research is to bring attention to student and teacher lifestyles concerning information communication technology (ICT) prior to the pandemic (before it became an enforced necessity) in personal and school-related settings and discuss possible implications for ICT policies at secondary schools in Japan. After a yearlong observation period, a questionnaire was conducted to find specific patterns that could impact ICT policies for the school. Additionally, teachers and parents were interviewed for details and information to highlight potential reasons behind the survey results along with additional findings. Interviews from surrounding schools were conducted to further supplement the case study. The analysis focused on finding patterns that highlight positive and negative elements of ICT perceived by the students, teachers, and parents at the school. Discovered patterns were further discussed to find implications for policy development and areas for future research. Critical findings included the deterring factors for teachers to use ICT being nearly identical to the desired factors for parents, thus creating a conflict of interest when it comes to ICT use cases for school-related purposes. Additional findings include the parents’ roles in assisting ICT-related productivity work in conjunction with modern-day smartphone consumerism, which leads to a lack of productivity mindset for the students. It was identified that without measures in place to address teachers, it is difficult to expand the usage of ICT for teachers with just a general policy and device availability. This implies that post-pandemic ICT plans could still produce resistance and issues from users despite their proliferation and that any progress in ICT for education can enter stagnation unless the issues found in this study are addressed.
 

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Optimizing container ports’ transportation and Distribution systems toward a low-carbon future: A Shenzhen port case study
Authors: Renjie Wang , Daoyuan Yang , Xing Chang , Xiaoyu Tan , Youkai Xing , Xiaoyi Li , Xue Lulu , Chen Ke
Published: July 2024

Although the large throughput of China’s container ports signals positive progress on trade and economic growth, large Chinese container ports still heavily rely on high-emitting and heavy-polluting diesel trucks for transportation and distribution. The reliance on diesel HDTs is aggravating air pollution in ports’ surrounding areas, worsening traffic congestion, and preventing port cities from establishing ambitious carbon-emission reduction targets.
Adenoidectomia de revisão em crianças: uma revisão da literatura
Authors: Aleixo Isabela Fernandes Francisco , Silva Jordana Oliveira , Fagundes Bruna Medeiros , Borges Amanda Lima Botelho , Pacheco Douglas Ernane
Published: July 2024

Introdução: A adenoidectomia é uma das cirurgias mais frequentes em pediatria, sendo indicada principalmente para tratar hipertrofia adenoideana, otite média recorrente e obstrução das vias aéreas superiores. Em algumas situações, pode ser necessário realizar uma adenoidectomia de revisão devido à recidiva dos sintomas. Objetivo: Este artigo revisa a literatura existente para analisar a incidência, as indicações e os fatores que levam à necessidade de uma adenoidectomia de revisão em crianças. Materiais/sujeitos e métodos: Para elaboração deste artigo de revisão foram consultados em bases de dados da Literatura Latino-americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS), da National Library of Medicine (MedLine), da PubMed e da Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) artigos científicos publicados e referenciados. Resultados e discussão: Os estudos mostram que a incidência de adenoidectomia de revisão varia entre 0,55% e 1,3%. Fatores como hiperplasia de tonsila tubária e refluxo extraesofágico foram identificados como possíveis causas de recrescimento adenoideano. A técnica cirúrgica inicial também é crucial na determinação da necessidade de revisões. Métodos como o eletrocautério monopolar e o microdebridador apresentam menores taxas de recidiva em comparação com a curetagem tradicional. Considerações finais: Embora rara, a adenoidectomia de revisão é uma necessidade clínica relevante, e sua prevenção pode ser alcançada através de técnicas cirúrgicas mais precisas e da gestão adequada dos fatores associados.
Zumbido e potenciais relacionados a eventos: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Almeida Lizandra Brandão Malheiros , Feitosa Rafael Fontes , Silva Newiton Junior Rodrigues , Veloso Jessica Alves Brito dos Santos
Published: July 2024

Introdução:  O zumbido é a percepção de som sem fonte sonora, podendo ser crônico e debilitante, afetando 10% a 15% da população. A gravidade é subjetivamente avaliada pelos pacientes, geralmente aumentando em ambientes silenciosos. Objetivo: Explorar a relação entre zumbido e potenciais evocados auditivos relacionados a eventos. Metodologia: Revisão sistemática da literatura realizada entre maio e junho de 2024 nas bases de dados PubMed, SCIELO, BVS e LILACS com os descritores (DeCS/MeSH): “Zumbido”, “Potenciais Evocados Auditivos”, “Paciente” e seus respectivos em inglês sendo intercalados pelo operador booleano AND. Estudos de caso, ensaios clínicos, transversais, prospectivos, coorte, que estavam dentro do objetivo proposto, entre 2014 e 2024 nos idiomas inglês, português e espanhol foram incluídos. Excluíram-se estudos de revisão e duplicados em mais de uma base de dados. Resultados e Discussão: Pacientes com zumbido apresentam alterações nos potenciais evocados auditivos de longa latência, incluindo variações na latência e/ou amplitude em comparação com controles. Essas mudanças são influenciadas pela gravidade e localização do zumbido, podendo responder a intervenções terapêuticas, o que ajuda a identificar neurotransmissores envolvidos e avaliar tratamentos. Além disso, o zumbido grave está associado a uma piora na qualidade de vida e maior ansiedade, sem correlação com depressão. As alterações sugerem um comprometimento das vias auditivas em tronco encefálico, subcorticais e corticais, refletindo mudanças neuroplásticas que afetam a percepção e manejo do zumbido. Conclusão: As mudanças nos potenciais evocados auditivos em indivíduos com zumbido refletem uma interação complexa entre fatores periféricos e centrais, fundamentais para compreender e tratar adequadamente esse sintoma.
Angiomatose bacilar: revisão da literatura e documentação iconográfica
Authors: Lacerda Maria Karolina Vieira de , Bernardo Ana Lídia Pereira , Costa Cassiana de Moura e , Santos Raiane Rodrigues dos
Published: July 2024

Introdução: A angiomatose bacilar, também conhecida como angiomatose epitelioide, é uma condição incomum provocada por distúrbios vasculoproliferativos de células endoteliais. Essa patologia acomete diversos órgãos, tais como pele, fígado, baço e medula óssea, simulando tumores. Objetivo: Rever a literatura médica, a fim de listar os principais fatores predisponentes ao desenvolvimento da doença, tal qual sinais e sintomas apresentados por pacientes com Angiomatose Bacilar. Materiais e métodos: Para a elaboração deste artigo de revisão foram consultados artigos de revisão publicados e referenciados nas plataformas Scielo e Pubmed  entre os anos 2001 e 2023. Resultados e discussão: É gerada a partir de infecções causadas por cocobacilos gram-negativos intracelulares facultativos, cujo agente é o Bartonella henselae, denominado peliose bacilar, ou Bartonella quintana. Inicialmente, era regularmente associada a portadores do Vírus da Imunodeficiência Humana, devido sua apresentação clínica inespecífica, tais como febre recorrente, mal-estar generalizado, anemia crônica e bacteremia. Todavia, observa-se o desenvolvimento de osteo-neuromielite, resultando em um diagnóstico predominantemente clínico, a partir de sua evolução. A partir da detecção precoce e do tratamento adequado, baseados em antirretrovirais e na terapia antimicrobiana, foi possível observar uma redução no número de casos da angiomatose, bem como uma redução dos linfócitos CD4 em indivíduos imunocomprometidos. Considerações finais: Apesar do prognóstico reservado das doenças associadas ao vírus HIV, a patologia descrita pode apresentar desfechos favoráveis a partir de um diagnóstico e tratamento precoces, de modo a evitar recidivas e diminuir sua mortalidade.
Cilindros capilares: relato de três casos e revisão da literatura
Authors: Lacerda Larissa Abreu , Oliveira Isabela Romeu Lorenzon de , Freire Flavia Luiza Gama Borges , Freitas Julia Dall’ Ara de , Barbosa Anna Maria Andrade
Published: July 2024

Introdução: Cilindros capilares são estruturas móveis, finas e cilíndricas, de coloração branco-amarelado que envolvem a haste capilar. Sua etiologia permanece desconhecida, e ainda que se apresentem geralmente de forma assintomática, causam desconforto ao paciente, prejudicando sua qualidade de vida. Objetivo: Ampliar a literatura sobre os cilindros capilares e seus principais diagnósticos diferenciais de forma que o diagnóstico e o tratamento precoce sejam instituídos, trazendo melhor qualidade de vida aos pacientes. Materiais / Sujeitos e Métodos: O presente trabalho foi embasado em artigos disponíveis nas bases de dados PUBMED, LILACS E SCIELO, entre os anos de 2010 - 2024. Resultados: Os três casos clínicos selecionados apresentam, no total, dois adultos e uma criança acometidos por cilindros capilares. Não houve associação diagnóstica com outras patologias, contudo, penteados de forte tração foram observados na história prévia de um dos pacientes, fato observado em outros relatos de caso na literatura disponível sobre o tema. Em pelo menos um dos casos foi constatada confusão diagnóstica prévia e instituição de tratamento inadequado. Considerações Finais: Cilindros capilares são condições benignas que podem ser facilmente confundidos com outras patologias. Não considerá-los como possível diagnóstico diferencial pode acarretar em atraso diagnóstico, tratamentos e investimentos em medicamentos desnecessários, além de gerar ansiedade no binômio médico-paciente. Pesquisas adicionais são necessárias para elucidar os mecanismos envolvidos na gênese desta patologia.
Pesquisa do Linfonodo Sentinela em pacientes com melanoma: experiência com Fitato marcado com Tecnécio-99m e revisão da literatura
Authors: Dias Victória Cristine Araujo , Assis Fernanda Duarte , Rastrelo Johanna de Biasi , Busin Isabella Montemaggiore , Melo Ethnary Monteiro de
Published: July 2024

Introdução: Grande parte das recidivas em pacientes com melanoma ocorrem em linfonodos regionais ou sentinelas (LNS), além de serem a forma de progressão linfática mais comum. Assim, é imprescindível a avaliação dessas estruturas, buscando diminuir recidivas e estabelecer o estadiamento dos pacientes. O tecnécio tem sido utilizado de forma ampla para esse objetivo, sendo o fitato marcado com Tecnécio-99m uma das opções. Objetivo:  O presente artigo tem como objetivo realizar uma revisão da literatura acerca desse método. Materiais, sujeitos e métodos: Trata-se de uma revisão da literatura baseada em estudos publicados entre 2004 e 2024, nas seguintes bases de dados Medline/PubMED e SciELO, onde, através da leitura dos textos na íntegra, foram selecionados estudos de acordo com o tema de interesse do presente artigo. Resultados e discussão: O uso do Tecnécio-99m é mais eficaz que outros métodos utilizados, como o corante azul, podendo ser ainda mais efetivo quando combinado com outros métodos de pesquisa. No entanto, algumas informações apresentadas apontam para o fato de que pode ser necessário a realização de imagens precocemente durante o uso do fitato marcado com Tecnécio-99m, visando maior acurácia diagnóstica. Considerações finais: A pesquisa do LNS apresenta importância significativa para propedêutica dos pacientes com melanoma e grande acurácia no estadiamento, podendo ser realizada por diversos radiofármacos, entre eles o fitato marcado com Tecnécio-99m que apresenta uma vantagem no Brasil, sendo mais viável economicamente e apresentando grande disponibilidade no país.