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Representaciones sociales acerca del embarazo y la maternidad: análisis de memes de Facebook
Authors: Contreras Karla , Zamudio Miguel
Published: September 2022

El embarazo y la maternidad son procesos sociales y culturales que están atravesados por las redes sociales digitales. A través de estas se anuncian, visibilizan y comparten momentos, ideas e información acerca de estos. El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar las representaciones sociales acerca del embarazo y la maternidad difundidas y transmitidas en memes de Facebook. Los memes informáticos se difunden con bastante frecuencia en grupos sociales digitales de embarazadas y en los perfiles personales de Facebook de las gestantes. Un meme informático (dibujos, bromas, videos o sitios) es una unidad de pensamiento del sentido común en el cual se muestran símbolos y pautas culturales. En los memes se transmite y replica con vertiginosidad la información y las opiniones sobre un tema. El estudio fue cualitativo, se hizo netnografía en el Grupo de Facebook: Embarazadas y Mamás de Guadalajara, y en los perfiles de Facebook de 23 mujeres embarazadas. La netnografía se llevó a cabo entre el 22 de junio del 2017 y el 10 de marzo del 2019. Se encontró un total de 168 memes vinculados con embarazo y maternidad y se analizan 30 memes, con análisis hermenéutico interpretativo. En los hallazgos se destaca que los memes recurren al humor y al sarcasmo para instalar críticas a los modos hegemónicos de entender el embarazo y la maternidad. Las representaciones sociales difundidas en los memes del embarazo hablan de negligencia en la atención médica, de violencia obstétrica, del embarazo como una situación de privilegio, de las creencias acerca del embarazo, de las emociones que “debería” experimentar una mujer embarazada y de que la transformación del cuerpo es secundaria frente a lo relevante que es el bienestar y el amor hacia el nonato. Además, se identificó que las representaciones sociales de la maternidad giran alrededor de ideas de sacrificio, agotamiento, falta de tiempo para sí, bendición, alegría exacerbada y encuentro de sentido de la propia vida.
Institutional Synergy Model in Development Tourism Village in East Lombok Regency
Authors: Wahyunadi Wahyunadi , Afifi Mansur , M.Firmansyah M.Firmansyah
Published: September 2022

The objectives to be achieved in this research were to describe the pattern of institutional synergy and the factors that determine the synergy between institutions/stakeholders in developing Tourism Villages in East Lombok Regency. This research was qualitative-quantitative prospective research in which the perception of stakeholders/institutions towards synergies—data analysis using the Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) method assisted by Tosmana version 1.54 software. QCA is a new way to research social phenomena that combines the power of quantitative and qualitative methods. In this study, the QCA method was used to find a model (pattern) and causality structure between the level of synergy between institutions (stakeholders) in the East Lombok Regency. Data processing using QCA software obtained results in the form of a QCA Output Truth Table showing the contribution of each stakeholder actor in supporting the realization of institutional synergy in the development of tourist villages. The level of contribution was measured through 4  (four) parameters. Based on the analysis of the QCA Truth Table results, the factors that form institutional synergy can be seen. These factors were based on factors that get strong support from stakeholders. The factors that received strong support from stakeholder actors were: responsibility (v4), strategic vision (v1), capacity (v2) and mindset (v3 ). The responsibility factor (v4) received a strong contribution from 7 stakeholders, the strategic vision factor (v1)  received strong support from 6 stakeholders, the capacity factor (v2) received a strong contribution from 5 stakeholders, and the mindset factor (v3) received moderate support from 3 stakeholders.
High calcium score in an 83-year-old patient with non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome and nonobstructive coronary artery disease: a case report
Authors: Kuznetsova K. V. , Sukhinina E. M. , Benyan A. S. , Duplyakov D. V.
Published: September 2022

Currently, multi-slice computed tomography (MSCT) coronary angiography is a leader in the diagnosis of coronary artery disease in patients with non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome of low or moderate risk. High coronary calcium score (CCS) obtained by MSCT indicate a high probability of obstructive coronary artery disease. In the presented case of an 83-year-old patient with unstable angina, the CCS was 1394, and hemodynamically significant stenoses were detected. However, according to selective coronary angiography, no hemodynamically significant coronary lesions were found. High CCS suggests poor image quality in MSCT coronary angiography. High CCS is detected in most people over 70 years of age. Obviously, in this patient, a high CCS is mainly determined by age. Most studies on CCS did not include patients over 80 years of age. When deciding whether to perform MSCT coronary angiography, it is necessary to take into account the individual characteristics of a particular patient, which may affect the interpretation of results.
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy. Literature review: clinical performance, diagnostic algorithm, treatment, prognosis. Part II
Authors: Boldueva S. A. , Evdokimov D. S.
Published: September 2022

Up-to-date data on the problem of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, including data on the clinical manifestations, diagnostic algorithm and treatment approaches, as well as the prognosis of possible complications is presented in review.
Prognostic value of left ventricular global longitudinal strain and mechanical dispersion by speckle tracking echocardiography in patients with ischemic and nonischemic cardiomyopathy: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Golukhova E. Z. , Bulaeva N. I. , Mrikaev D. V. , Alexandrova S. A. , Berdibekov B. Sh.
Published: September 2022

Aim. To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis in order to evaluate the prognostic value of left ventricular global longitudinal strain (LV GLS) and LV mechanical dispersion (LVMD) in ischemic and nonischemic cardiomyopathy.

Material and methods. We searched PubMed, Google Scholar and Embase for studies on the prognostic value of LV GLS and LVMD in ischemic and nonischemic cardiomyopathy. Hazard ratios (HR) from included studies were pooled for metaanalysis.

Results. Twelve studies were selected from 314 publications for this systematic review and meta-analysis. In total, 2624 patients (mean age, 57,3 years; mean follow-up, 40,8 months) were included in the analysis. Meta-analysis showed that decreased LV GLS was associated with an increased risk of ventricular arrhythmias (VAs) (adjusted HR: 1,10 per 1% of GLS; 95% CI: 1,01-1,19; p=0,03) and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE): adjusted HR: 1,22 per 1% of GLS; 95% CI: 1,11-1,33; p<0,0001). Patients with VAs had greater LVMD than those without it (weighted mean difference, 33,69 ms; 95% CI: -41,32 to -26,05; p<0,0001). Each 10 ms increment of LVMD was significantly and independently associated with VA episodes (adjusted HR: 1,18; 95% CI: 1,08-1,29; p=0,0002).

Conclusions. LV GLS and LVMD assessed using speckle tracking provides important predictive value and can be used as an effective tool for stratifying risk in patients with ischemic and nonischemic cardiomyopathy.
Genetic polymorphisms associated with the development of arrhythmic type of cardiovascular events
Authors: Gimatdinova G. R. , Danilova O. E. , Davydkin I. L. , Khairetdinov R. K. , Antipova A. V.
Published: September 2022

The review analyzes the global agenda on mutational status of genes associated with adverse cardiovascular events of arrhythmic type. Whole exome sequencing will identify a risk group for the likelihood of early or delayed cardiovascular events of arrhythmic type, especially among patients receiving anticancer therapy with cardiotoxic drugs. The dedicated up-to-date panel of genetic polymorphisms will provide an opportunity to optimize management of patients, based on not only clinical, paraclinical and anamnestic data.
Predictors of atrial fibrillation recurrence in patients with metabolic syndrome after pulmonary vein isolation
Authors: Ionin V. A. , Zaslavskaya E. L. , Barashkova E. I. , Pavlova V. A. , Ananev A. M. , Morozov A. N. , Baranova E. I.
Published: September 2022

Aim. To determine the role of biomarkers in predicting atrial fibrillation (AF) recurrence within 12 months after radiofrequency ablation (RFA) in patients with metabolic syndrome (MS).

Material and methods. The study included 245 patients with AF aged 35 to 65 years: patients without MS components (n=32), with 1-2 MS components (n=62) and patients with 3 or more MS components (n=153). All patients underwent a comprehensive clinical and anamnestic, anthropometric, laboratory and echocardiographic examinations. The prospective follow-up for 12 months included 135 patients with AF who underwent RFA.

Results. It was found that the presence of 3 or more MS components increased the risk of AF recurrence by 4,1 times within 12 months after RFA (relative risk (RR) =4,1, 95% CI 2,19-7,65, p<0,0001). According to binomial logistic regression, epicardial fat thickness (EFT) (OR =3,71, 95% CI 2,12-6,73, p=0,00001), the severity of left atrial fibrosis (OR =1,48, 95% CI 1,03-1,78, p=0,0006), concentrations of galectin-3 (OR =1,31, 95% CI 1,12-1,51, p=0,0001) and GDF-15 (OR =1,11, 95% CI 1,02-1,18, p=0,0002) in patients with AF and MS increase the risk of AF recurrence after RFA. For galectin-3, GDF-15, and EFT, using ROC analysis, the following threshold values were established, the excess of which had the greatest effect on the risk of AF recurrence after RFA in patients with MS: galectin-3 >11,0 ng/ml (RR =3,43, 95% CI 1,79-6,58, p=0,0001), GDF-15 >1380,7 pg/ml (RR =2,84, 95% CI 1,81-4,46, p<0,0001) and EFT >6,4 mm (RR =4,50, 95% CI 2,32-8,71, p<0,0001). In patients with excess of all three biomarker thresholds, the total risk of AF recurrence in patients with MS within 12 months after RFA increases by 3,2 times (RR =3,16, 95% CI 1,97-5,11, p<0,00001).

Conclusion. The risk of AF recurrence within 12 months after RFA in patients with three or more MS components is higher than in patients with 1-2 MS components. An increase in the blood concentration of profibrogenic biomarkers galectin-3, GDF-15 and an increase in the thickness of epicardial adipose tissue is associated with an increased risk of AF recurrence in patients with MS, and these biomarkers are likely to play a significant role in predicting recurrent episodes of AF after RFA.
Effect of Pilates and Core Stability Exercise on Bone Mineral Density and Risk of Falls in Elderly Women
Authors: Ma Rui , Kim Young-Hoon , Kim Taegyu
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE: This study aimed to verify the effect of 8-week Pilates and core stability exercises on bone mineral density (BMD) and risk of falls in older adult women. METHODS: A total of 49 healthy women over 60 years of age were randomly classified into three groups: Pilates exercise group (PG, n=17), core stability exercise group (CSG, n=17), and control group (CON, n=12). Pilates and core stability exercise programs were applied in each group for 8 weeks. Before and after the two exercise programs, BMD, Tinetti Performance Oriented Mobility Assessment (Tinetti POMA), and balance ability were measured.RESULTS: There were no differences in BMD among the three groups depending on the application of the exercise program. The balance scores of the Tinetti POMA and total Tinetti POMA scores in both the PG and CSG were higher after the 8-week exercise program. In particular, the gait score of the Tinetti POMA in the PG was higher than that in the CSG. Static and dynamic balance abilities improved in both the PG and CSG.CONCLUSIONS: These results suggest that Pilates and core stability exercises can be effective for improving balance ability, leading to the prevention of falls in older adult women.
Effects of 4-week Training Using Laboratory Index on Competition Record of Elite Female Middle-distance Runner: A Case Report
Authors: Lee Sang-Hyun , Kim Su-Jin , Kim Young-Sik , Kim Chang-Sun , Kwak Hyo-Bum , Kang Ju-Hee , Park Dong-Ho
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE: To investigate the effect of a 4-week training using a laboratory index on the competition record of elite female middle-distance runners.METHODS: A female, middle-distance, trained runner with the following characteristics: age, 20 years; height, 168.7 cm; weight, 64.3 kg; 27.2% fat; and VO2max, 56.4 VO2 mL/kg/min; volunteered to participate in this study. Before the training program, the participant took part in a 1,500-m track and field national event in April and the onset of blood lactate threshold was analyzed using (OBVA/ vOBLA), VO2max/vVO2max, and tVO2max tests. After completing the 4-week training program, the participant again took part in the 1,500-m track and field national event in May and her parameters were reassessed using the OBVA/vOBLA, VO2max/vVO2max, and tVO2max tests.RESULTS: Pre- and post-training indicate that vVO2max did not improve; however, tVO2max (206 seconds pre-training vs. 251.51 seconds post-training) and VO2max (56.4 vs. 59.3 VO2 mL/kg/min)significantly. However, this improvement in relative VO2 was due to weight loss, and the absolute value of VO2 (3.63 vs. 3.62 L/min) did not change. The 1,500-m race record in track and field events decreased significantly from a pre-training value of 5 minutes 03 seconds to a post-training value of 4 minutes 52 seconds. CONCLUSIONS: The results of this study indicate that utilizing laboratory indicators including vOBLA, vVO2max, and tVO2max may be extremely valuable when prescribing training programs for middle-distance runners.
Effects of Aquatic Training on Waist Circumference and Body Composition among Children: A Meta-analysis
Authors: Zhou Jianming , Othman Ahmad Tajuddin , Khairani Ahmad Zamri
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE: Aquatic training assists in reducing the risk of exercise on joints among children. This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of aquatic training for children from the perspective of body composition.METHODS: A meta-analysis was performed to determine the potential impact of aquatic training in children. Four databases, namely Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, and EBSCO, were used for the systematic search from September 2010 to November 2021. The mean differences in the data were analyzed using Stata 15.1 software with a 95% confidence interval. Outcome measures included weight, body mass index (BMI), fat percentage (Fat%), and waist circumference.RESULTS: Eleven studies, comprising eight randomized controlled trials (RCT) and three non-RCT studies, evaluating the effect of aquatic training on children were analyzed and reported. Aquatic training significantly improved the BMI (p<.01) and Fat% (p<.01) in children (ES (95% CI)=-0.23 (-0.38, -0.08) and ES (95% CI)=-0.27 (-0.45, -0.08). However, aquatic training had no significant effect on weight (p=.41), ES (95% CI)=-0.07 (-0.25, 0.10), and waist circumference (p=.11) in children, ES (95% CI)=-0.33 (-0.74, 0.08).CONCLUSIONS: Aquatic training can improve children’s BMI and body fat% but nottheir weight, waist circumference, and muscle mass. Aquatic training may be a potential exercise program for improving body composition in children.
Cardiometabolic Disease Risk in Normal Weight Obesity and Exercise Interventions for Proactive Prevention
Authors: Ji Minje , Cho Chaeeun , Lee Sewon
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE: Normal weight obesity (NWO) is characterized by a normal body mass index but a high body fat mass percentage and low skeletal muscle mass, thereby increasing the risk of cardiometabolic dysfunction and morbidity. However, the effects of exercise intervention in reducing the risk of cardiometabolic disease in NWO have not been fully elucidated. Therefore, this review aimed to summarize the potential cardiometabolic disease risk and to provide implications of exercise interventions for the proactive prevention of cardiometabolic disease risk in NWO.METHODS: We searched and summarized the literature on the cardiometabolic risk factors in NWO. In addition, we summarized literature investigating the effects of exercise intervention on the cardiometabolic risk factors in NWO. We performed the literature search using PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases.RESULTS: NWO was associated with increased visceral fat, ectopic fat, oxidative stress, inflammatory cytokines, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and subclinical atherosclerosis compared with normal weight lean. NWO requires exercise interventions that induce alterations in body composition, such as decreased body fat percentage and increased muscle mass. Resistance exercise (RE) and high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) can improve lipid components and alter body composition in NWO. In addition, low-intensity blood flow restriction resistance exercise (BFR-RE) may enhance muscular strength and anaerobic power in NWO.CONCLUSIONS: The cardiometabolic disease risk is increased in NWO. We suggest that exercise interventions (RE, HIIE, and BFR-RE) may effectively prevent cardiometabolic disease risk and alter body composition in NWO. As this has potential implications for exercise interventions in NWO, further investigations are needed to find the optimal exercise for proactive prevention of cardiometabolic risk in NWO.
Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Non-Linear Periodization Strength Training on Muscle Strength and Function in Elite Athletes
Authors: Song Jung-Ran , Lee Sang-Hyun , Park Dong-Ho
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE: To evaluate the effects of resistance exercise with intermittent blood flow restriction (BFR) on the muscle thickness, maximal strength, and isokinetic muscular function (strength, power, endurance) in high school field hockey athletes.METHODS: The BFR group (n=10, 16.1±1.1 years, 172.8±3.9 cm, 66.2±3.9 kg) and the control (CON) group (n=10, 16.60±1.17 years, 172.5±2.3 cm, 65.7±2.9 kg) participated in the same nonlinear periodic training program, however different weight loading (%RM) was applied depending on whether or not BFR was applied. In this study, the systolic blood pressure was set as the blood flow compression strength, and a BFR prop belt was used. After the 8-week training period was over, the degree of improvement in body composition, 1 repetition maximum (1RM), and isokinetic muscle function among groups was compared to determine the effect of training by blood flow restriction.RESULTS: The cross-sectional area of the thighs of athletes who applied BFR was significantly increased than that of the CON (p<.05). In the isokinetic results, athletes with BFR showed higher 1RM than the CON (p<.05). but there were no differences in muscle power and endurance (p>.05). In the results of improving the muscle strength (1RM and 60º/sec) of the athletes who applied the BFR, there was no significant difference between the groups in muscle power and muscular endurance.CONCLUSIONS: Non-linear strength training with BFR might be considered to be an effective method for improving muscle hypertrophy and maximum strength of athletes. The muscle endurance and muscle power method once a week, which was not effective in improving the muscle power and muscular endurance of high school male hockey players.
Correlation between Repeated Sprint Ability (RSA) and Hoff Test of High School Soccer Plyers
Authors: Seon Se-Young , Park Byoung-Jae
Published: September 2022

PURPOSE: This study aimed to investigate the correlation between repeated sprint ability (RSA) and Hoff test performance in high school soccer players.METHODS: Fourteen male high school football players participated in this study. After measuring body composition, the Bangsbo Sprint Test for RSA and Hoff test were performed. The tests were conducted in the field to create an experimental environment similar to that during actual training and competition.RESULTS: A significant correlation was observed between the fatigue index (FI) in the RSA and running distance in the Hoff test (p<.05). A high level of correlation between the performance distance and body fat percentage and muscle mass in the Hoff test was observed (p<.001). There was no significant relationship between the best and average RSA records using the Hoff test.CONCLUSIONS: It was confirmed that the running distance in the Hoff test developed for event specificity affects the FI in RSA. In subsequent studies, it will be necessary to examine the variables affecting the best and average RSA records.
Use of a robust alternative communication system in autism spectrum disorder: a case report
Authors: Montenegro Ana Cristina de Albuquerque , Silva Letícia Karine Silvestre de Melo , Bonotto Renata Costa de Sá , Lima Rafaella Asfora Siqueira Campos , Xavier Ivana Arrais de Lavor Navarro
Published: September 2022

ABSTRACT This study aimed at investigating the impact of using a robust augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) system on the communication of a child with autism spectrum disorder. This longitudinal intervention research is a single case study. Skills were assessed with data obtained with the protocol Communication Assessment in Autism Spectrum Disorder at the beginning and end of the intervention. Receptive and expressive communication and behavioral skills increased respectively by 62.5%, 36.84%, and 55.53%. Hence, positive results were found in communication development using the robust AAC system in the intervention, as verified in the progress in receptive and expressive communication and behavioral skills.
Uso de sistema robusto de comunicação alternativa no transtorno do espectro do autismo: relato de caso
Authors: Montenegro Ana Cristina de Albuquerque , Silva Letícia Karine Silvestre de Melo , Bonotto Renata Costa de Sá , Lima Rafaella Asfora Siqueira Campos , Xavier Ivana Arrais de Lavor Navarro
Published: September 2022

RESUMO O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar o impacto do uso de um sistema robusto de Comunicação Aumentativa e Alternativa (CAA) na comunicação de uma criança com Transtorno do Espectro do Autismo. Trata-se de uma pesquisa de intervenção longitudinal do tipo estudo de caso único. As habilidades foram avaliadas por meio dos dados obtidos do protocolo Avaliação Comunicacional no Transtorno do Espectro do Autismo no início e no final da intervenção. Foi possível constatar que as habilidades comunicativas receptivas, expressivas e comportamentais apresentaram crescimento de 62,5, 36,84 e 55,53%, respectivamente. Portanto, foram observados resultados positivos no desenvolvimento da comunicação com o uso de um sistema robusto de CAA durante a intervenção, verificado no avanço de habilidades comunicativas receptivas e expressivas, assim como, habilidades comportamentais.
Stuttering intervention in children: an integrative literature review
Authors: Rojas Contreras Daniela , Saavedra Rojas Pamela , Aravena Gallardo Sergio Luis
Published: September 2022

ABSTRACT Purpose: to describe intervention methodologies implemented in recent years in stuttering children. Methods: a search was performed for empirical articles on interventions in stuttering children aged 2.5 to 7 years. The search was carried out in Embase, WOS, Pubmed, and Scopus, considering articles published between January 2014 and June 2020. Literature Review: 11 articles were selected out of the 1,099 retrieved. Different approaches were observed, of which the Lidcombe program showed the most evidence. Most studies were conducted on English-speaking children and participants were assessed regarding linguistic and non-linguistic aspects. All studies considered parental involvement in the intervention. No investigation took measurements for more than 24 months. Individual interventions predominated. Conclusion: good therapeutic results were found in all reviewed interventions. Research comparing two types of treatments did not find one to be superior to the other.
Intervención de la tartamudez en niños: una revisión integrativa de la literatura
Authors: Rojas Contreras Daniela , Saavedra Rojas Pamela , Aravena Gallardo Sergio Luis
Published: September 2022

RESUMEN Objetivo: describir las metodologías de intervención implementadas durante los últimos años en niños con tartamudez Métodos: se realizó la búsqueda de artículos empíricos de tratamiento en niños con tartamudez entre los 2.5 a 7 años. Se consideraron artículos publicados entre enero del año 2014 a junio del año 2020. La búsqueda se realizó en las bases de datos Embase, WOS, Pubmed y Scopus. Junto a lo anterior se realizó un análisis de las referencias de los artículos seleccionados. Revisión de la Literatura: se seleccionaron 11 artículos de 1.099 revisados. Se observaron distintas propuestas de intervención de las cuales el Programa Lidcombe es el que mayor evidencia presenta. La mayoría de las investigaciones fueron realizadas en hablantes de lengua inglesa. Los participantes son evaluados tanto en aspectos lingüísticos como no lingüísticos. Todos consideraron la participación de los padres en la intervención. No hubo investigaciones con mediciones a más de 24 meses. Predomina la modalidad de intervención individual. Conclusión: se evidencian buenos resultados terapéuticos en todas las intervenciones revisadas. En las investigaciones que compararon dos tipos de tratamiento no se observó la superioridad de uno por sobre otro.
The influence mechanism of lignite thermal upgrading on moisture re-adsorption
Authors: Fan Lei , Hu Chun , Gong Huimin , Ren Qinghai , Fan Xingshuai , Cheng Xin
Published: September 2022

The influence mechanism of lignite thermal upgrading on moisture re-adsorption was investigated using analytical techniques such as differential thermal analysis–thermogravimetry, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy. The results showed that the moisture content of lignite decreased from 44.78 to 25.07% through the drying process. After the moisture in the lignite and the air had reached a dynamic equilibrium, the moisture content of the lignite was 25.75 wt.%. The characteristic functional groups of lignite include hydroxyl, methylene, methyl, carbonyl, carboxyl and ether oxygen. The adsorption distances of the five adsorption sites of carboxyl, phenolic hydroxyl, alcoholic hydroxyl, carbonyl and ether bond to water molecules were 2.081, 2.933, 1.905, 1.860 and 1.881 Å, respectively. The order of the adsorption strength of water molecules on the characteristic functional groups was carbonyl > phenolic hydroxyl > ether oxygen > alcoholic hydroxyl > carboxyl. During the upgrading by drying process, the characteristic functional groups that were prone to hydrogen bonds of water molecules partially decomposed. The reduction of pores and the partial decomposition of hydrophilic functional groups after upgrading in the lignite structure weakened the adsorption capacity of lignite to water molecules. Therefore, the re-absorption of water molecules by lignite was reduced.
The preparation of ZnO-based dye-sensitized solar cells usingRhus,LinariaandPunica
Authors: Balpınar Neslihan
Published: September 2022

This paper focuses on fabricating zinc oxide (ZnO)-based dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) utilizing three types of dyes derived from Rhus, Linaria and Punica flowers. The zinc oxide thin films were prepared on tin-doped indium oxide-coated glass substrates at 70°C according to the successive ionic layer adsorption and reaction method. Organic sensitizers were extracted from Rhus, Linaria and Punica flowers using the solvent ethanol. The fabricated solar cells were characterized by using the X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy and Fourier transformation infrared spectroscopy techniques. The maximum photovoltaic values were obtained from the zinc oxide/Linaria-based DSSC, which exhibits a current density (Jsc) of 0.328 mA/cm–2, an open-circuit voltage (Voc) of 1 V, a fill factor of 64% and an energy conversion efficiency (η) of 0.210%, despite being the thinnest, at 1.381 μm, among all the DSSCs studied in this work. EDS analysis indicated that the weight contribution of oxygen for the Linaria DSSC is 53.30%, and this value is higher than those for Rhus and Punica DSSCs. The results suggest that the Linaria dye sensitizer can be a good candidate for minimizing the thickness of photoelectrode films and improving the performance of DSSCs.
Enhanced methodology for visual bridge inspections in South Africa
Authors: Kemp L , Steyn W J vd M , Roux M P
Published: September 2022

This paper introduces the application of technology solutions into the realm of bridge inspection methodologies in South Africa, aiming to enhance the current visual bridge inspection methodology. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) can be used as an alternative to collect bridge image data, and point cloud models can be created from captured images by using photogrammetry software. For this study, accredited bridge inspectors were approached to complete TMH 19 inspection sheets of bridge structures using only the point cloud models and captured images, as a proposed new inspection methodology. This paper compares historic inspection ratings and the point cloud inspection ratings to investigate the effectiveness and practicality of the new proposed inspection methodology. The study concluded that bridge inspectors could identify and rate critical defects of bridge structures using the new inspection methodology, but there are limitations and specific use cases that need to be identified.
Development of a Deep Learning Generative Neural Network for Computer-Aided Design of Potential SARS-Cov-2 Inhibitors
Authors: Shuldau N.A. , Yushkevich A.M. , Furs K.V. , Tuzikov A.V. , Andrianov A.M.
Published: September 2022

Two generative deep learning models have been developed for the computer-aided design of potential inhibitors of the SARS-CoV-2 main protease (MPro), an enzyme critically important for the virus replication and transcription, and, therefore, presenting a promising target for the design of effective antiviral drugs. To solve this problem, we formed a training library of small molecules containing structural elements capable of providing specific and effective interactions of potential ligands with the SARS-CoV-2 MPro catalytic site. The architecture of generative models was developed and implemented to generate new high-affinity ligands of this functionally important SARS-CoV-2 protein. The neural network was trained and tested on the compounds from the training library, and the results of training and operation in two different generation modes were evaluated. The use of generative models in conjunction with the molecular docking demonstrated their great potential for filling the unexplored regions of the chemical space with novel molecules with pre-defined properties, which is confirmed by the obtained results according to which out of 4805 compounds generated by the neural network only one compound was present in the original data set.
Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases journal and its indexation in Russian Science Citation Index
Authors: Nikiforov Vladimir V. , Philippova Elena A. , Philippov Yury I.
Published: September 2022

The Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases journal is indexed in a variety of scholarly databases, including the Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI), and is also included in the LIST of peer-reviewed scientific journal in which the main results of dissertations should be published for the degree of Candidate of Science, for the degree of Doctor of Science recommended by Higher Attestation Commission of Russian Federation (the List of VAK). At the same time, the List of VAK is structured by branches of science, scientific areas and scientific specialties, while RSCI is not. Since 2021, the indexing of a journal in the RSCI database has been equated in its value to indexing in the Web of Science Core Collection and/or in Scopus, as a criterion for the quality of a journals to be choose by an author for publishing the results of dissertation research. Thus, when preparing a dissertation work in Russian Federation, the list of publications can include those of the applicants works that are published in scientific journals from the List of VAK in the relevant specialty, or in scientific journals indexed in RSCI, Web of Science and/or in Scopus (regardless of whether in what scientific specialty and relevant areas of science these journals are included in the List of VAK, and whether they are included at all). Taking this into account, the editors and the publisher continue to publish articles on epidemiology (VAK spatiality code 3.2.2), infectious diseases (3.1.22), virology (1.5.10), medical microbiology (1.5.11) and parasitology (1.5.17) in the Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases journal.
Physical factors in the medical rehabilitation of children with atopic dermatitis
Authors: Lyan Natalya A. , Khan Maya A. , Turova Elena A. , Bokova Irina A.
Published: September 2022

The results of numerous studies allow us to conclude that atopic dermatitis is one of the most common inflammatory skin diseases in children. Most often, atopic dermatitis debuts at an early age and its prevalence in the child population can reach 1030%. Scientific forecasts, as well as data from various researchers, indicate not only a significant increase in the number of patients, but also a worsening of the course of atopic dermatitis, which causes a high medical and social significance of the problem of this disease. The main manifestations of the disease are itching, typical morphology and localization of skin rashes, dry skin, chronic recurrent course. Also, atopic dermatitis is a very serious chronic disease that can be emotionally difficult for patients and their family members. Emotional factors often increase the manifestations of the disease. With the appearance in recent years of modern active and effective, but sufficiently safe corticosteroid drugs approved for use in children, real progress has been noted in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. However, the use of elimination measures and diets, the exclusion of food allergens, taking antihistamines, local and systemic pharmacotherapy does not always allow to stop inflammation and achieve long-term remission. Non-drug methods of treatment of atopic dermatitis have recently been given great importance due to the high frequency of undesirable effects when using medications. The main objectives of physiotherapy for atopic dermatitis are: normalization of the central and autonomic nervous system, hyposensitization, soothing, antitoxic, anti-inflammatory, resorbing, trophic, antipruritic and restorative.
Balneotherapy as a promising method for the correction of dermatologic adverse events of cancer therapy
Authors: Polonskaia Aleksandra S. , Shatokhina Evgeniya A. , Kruglova Larisa S.
Published: September 2022

Cancer treatment with chemotherapy, targeted and immunotherapy is associated with a wide spectrum of dermatologic adverse events. Xerosis (dryness) of the skin is the most prevalent skin side effect in oncologic patients, which occurs both during treatment with "classic" chemotherapy drugs and modern cancer drugs, such as targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
Despite the high prevalence of this side effect, current approaches to the correction of skin xerosis in cancer patients are very limited. At the same time, in the absence of adequate supportive treatment of xerosis, the formation of persistent fissures, eczematization and secondary infection is observed, which may lead to antitumor therapy regimen modification. Thus, optimization of prophylactic and treatment strategies for xerosis in patients treated with anticancer drugs remain an important interdisciplinary problem. Balneotherapy is a promising method for the correction of skin xerosis due to a complex positive effect on the level of skin hydration, a decrease in the intensity of inflammatory processes, a beneficial effect on the state of the skin barrier function, as well as an increase in antimicrobial protection. Available data on the use of balneotherapy in the supportive treatment of skin xerosis as a dermatological adverse event of anticancer therapy confirms the high efficacy and safety, as well as good tolerability of this method in cancer patients.
An unusual cause of apareunia: septate hymen
Authors: ÖZDEMİR Baran , ARIOĞLU AYDIN Çağrı , ÇETİN Cihan
Published: September 2022

Himen varyasyonları değişik şekil ve boyutlarda olup kadınlar tarafından genellikle ergenliğe giriş ile fark edilirler. Bu olguda septat himen’e sahip olduğu daha önceden fark edilmemesi sebebiyle cinsel ilişkiye girememe şikâyeti ile başvuran 23 yaşındaki kadın hasta anlatılacaktır. Bu olgu sunumunun amacı nadir görülen bu himen varyasyonuna ve cinsel disfonksiyon şikâyeti ile gelen yetişkin kadın hastaların ayırıcı tanısının yapılmasına dikkat çekmektir.
Temperament and character in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: the association with clinical factors and psychiatric disorders
Authors: KILIC Ozge , GÖZÜBATIK ÇELİK Rabia Gökçen , EMUL Murat , SAİP Sabahattin , ALTİNTAS Ayse , SİVA Aksel
Published: September 2022

Purpose: Despite its implications for quality of life, temperament, and character in multiple sclerosis are underexplored. We aimed to explore temperament and character traits, their association with clinical characteristics, and explore the factors that impact depression in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS).Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study enrolled 67 patients (male/female=12/55) (median age=30 (18-53)) and 50 age-and gender-matched healthy controls (HCs) (male/female=16/34) (median age= 26.5 (18-60)) using a convenience sampling method. Temperament and Character Inventory, Beck Depression and Beck Anxiety Inventories, and Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-Axis I Disorders-SCID-I were applied. Results: In the patient group there were 45 MS patients with no psychiatric comorbidity (MSN) and 22 MS patients with psychiatric comorbidity (MSP). Higher self-forgetfulness was observed in the MSP group compared with MSN and HC groups. MSP and MSN demonstrated higher total harm avoidance than HCs. MSP group showed lower total self-directedness compared with HCs. While EDSS, duration of disease, or the number of relapses did not impact depression scores; higher anxiety (Β=0.416) and lower purposefulness (Β=-1.565) significantly impacted them (R2=.50, F=32.459). Conclusion: Temperament and character differences were observed in patients with and without psychiatric comorbidity. Higher anxiety levels and the difficulty to establish and attain meaningful goals may relate to higher depression levels. Future studies with larger samples examining coping, health behaviors, and resilience as potential mediators or moderators between self-forgetfulness and psychiatric disorders may aid in defining interventions for psychiatric disorders. Adequate treatment of anxiety symptoms and addressing purposefulness are potential targets for planning behavioral interventions.
Edmodo as Media to Support the Plumbing Theory Courses in Vocational Education Learning
Authors: Ramadhan M. Agphin , Daryati Daryati
Published: September 2022

The purpose of the study was to determine the effectiveness of edmodos e-learning as supporting learning in the Plumbing Theory course in Vocational Education of Building Construction students. The research was conducted as the application of blended learning that carried out in an integrated manner at the Faculty of Engineering in 2019. The research method used the Quasy Experiment Method. Data collection techniques used were using multiple choice tests and questionnaires. The results of the research showed that Edmodo has been proven effective improve student learning outcomes of participants in the Plumbing Theory course. The post test results showed a significant increase after students were given treatment in the form of Edmodo utilization compared to the pre-test results that had not been given treatment. Edmodo has been proven to increase the learning motivation of students in the plumbing theory course. Edmodo has an advantage in its ease of access. Students participating in the Plumbing Theory courses access Edmodo with high intensity because it utilizes Edmodo in learning. The biggest obstacle experienced by students in accessing Edmodo is the internet network that does not support.
Fiber Optic Laboratory Development Model in Vocational High School
Authors: Sa'adah Nurul Laili , Widiyanti Widiyanti , Yoto Yoto
Published: September 2022

Technological developments make telecommunications networks through internet access an urgent matter due to the increasing human need for communication. The purpose of this study was to describe the development model of a fiber optic laboratory in order to improve students and teachers’ competency. This research used a descriptive qualitative case study method at Public Vocational High School (PVHS) of Dwija Bhakti 1 Jombang. The results stated that the fiber optic laboratory development model is used to print graduates to have competencies that are in accordance with their fields and are expected to be able to compete in the industrial world. Schools collaborate with industry through the provision of fiber optic laboratories as an effort to improve these competencies. By conducting several stages, namely applying the MoU, affording the tools, branding and mocking-ups. In addition, there are teacher training and certification activities followed by curriculum implementation, student certification and the last is activity evaluation. It can be concluded that the development of fiber optic laboratory procurement at Public Vocational High School (PVHS) of Dwija Bhakti 1 Jombang has been in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Education and Culture with PT Telkom regarding the link and match curriculum in the field of fiber optic.
Estrés académico en estudiantes universitarios de Iberoamérica: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Jurado-Botina Liseth , Montero-Bolaños Christian , Carlosama-Rodríguez Diana , Tabares-Díaz Yuranny
Published: September 2022

El estrés es un fenómeno multivariable que resulta de la relación de cada individuo con su entorno, derivando en distintas reacciones que preparan al sujeto para la adaptación a distintas situaciones en diversos ámbitos. En el contexto educativo, el estrés académico (EA) se ha convertido en uno de los problemas con mayor prevalencia, dadas sus repercusiones a nivel físico, psicológico y comportamental. El presente estudio de revisión sistemática tuvo como objetivo analizar los avances disponibles en la literatura científica sobre el EA en estudiantes universitarios de Iberoamérica en el período comprendido entre los años 2010 y mayo de 2020. Se analizaron 73 artículos de las bases de datos Dialnet, SciELO, BVS y EBSCOhost, utilizando la metodología PRISMA-P. Cabe mencionar que, en los últimos años, se observa una mayor tendencia de estudio del fenómeno en el área de la salud y bajo un paradigma cuantitativo. Además, predominan los estudios orientados a la caracterización del fenómeno y su análisis con variables de tipo psicológico y académico, principalmente. Por último, se destaca el uso de la conceptualización de Barraza y su modelo explicativo para la comprensión del EA.
Contexto de Trabalho em uma Sala de Recuperação
Authors: Fagundes Maria Anobes Bonet Grespan , Caregnato Rita Catalina Aquino , Blanc Luana Otoni , Milão Luzia Fernandes , Silveira Luiza Maria de Oliveira Braga
Published: September 2022

Objetivo: avaliar as associações existentes entre o contexto de trabalho da Sala de Recuperação, suas dimensões e as variáveis socioprofissionais e demográficas. Método: estudo exploratório descritivo com abordagem quantitativa, realizado em uma instituição hospitalar privada no município de Porto Alegre. Utilizou-se um questionário sociodemográfico para caracterização dos sujeitos e a Escala de Avaliação do contexto de Trabalho (EACT). Resultados: a análise das dimensões da EACT evidenciou: “Condições de Trabalho” como satisfatórias; “Organização no Trabalho” com nível grave; e as “Relações Socioprofissionais” como críticas. A avaliação das variáveis faixa etária, sexo, cargo atual, outro emprego e afastamento do trabalho não implicaram em diferenças representativas sobre a pontuação da escala EACT. Conclusão: Predominantemente, os profissionais avaliaram como crítico o “contexto de trabalho” e a associação com as dimensões relacionadas à “organização no trabalho” e às “relações sócios profissionais” e, às dimensões relacionadas ao “contexto de trabalho” como satisfatórias.
The Use of Folic Acid in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients With Anemia
Authors: Aisya Meilia , Rachmawati Hidajah , Hasmono Didik , Kusumaningtyas Atika Putri
Published: September 2022

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is defined as decreasing kidney function (GFR < 60 ml/minute/1.73 m2 ) for more than 3 months. Anemia is a common complication of CKD due to a decrease in the hormone erythropoietin related to hemoglobin levels. One of the anemia therapies involves using folic acid. Folic acid helps the process of nucleoprotein synthesis and erythropoiesis maintenance. The objective of this study was to determine the pattern of folic acid applied to CKD patients with anemia at University of Muhammadiyah Malang General Hospital. Observational, descriptive, and retrospective data collection methods were used. The results showed that there were 17 patients (47%) with a single use of folic acid (3x1 mg, oral); the most common pattern of the two-combination was folic acid (3x1 mg, oral) and PRC (250 ml, intravenous [iv]), which was given to 11 patients (65%); and the most common pattern of threecombination was folic acid (3x1 mg, oral), Promavit® (3x1 tab, oral), and PRC (250 ml, iv), which was given to 2 patients or 100%. Of the 16 switch patterns, the most of common combination was a single pattern of folic acid (3x1 mg, oral) and a combination of folic acid (3x1 mg, oral) and PRC (250 ml, iv), given to 7 patients (44%).
Keywords: folic acid, anemia, chronic kidney disease
The Impact of Neurodynamic Mobilization and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation on Pain Intensity in Cigarette Company Workers at Risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Authors: Utami Kurnia Putri , Astuti Tri Ayu , Lubis Zidni Imanurrohmah
Published: September 2022

Indonesia is one of the largest cigarette producers and consumers in the world. Due to the repetitive activity and long hours experienced by cigarette manufacturer workers who roll the cigarettes, the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is high. They tend to experience pain, numbness and tingling through the hands and fingers. These symptoms occur following compression of the median nerve, which affects their functional ability. Neurodynamic mobilization (NDM) and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) have been used as physical therapy in management of CTS. However, no studies have yet investigated the effect of the combination of both treatments and compared them. This was a quasi-experimental study with a pre-test post-test design, which compared the effect of a combination of NDM and TENS versus NDM only with cigarette company workers. The workers with the risk of CTS were divided into two groups: the combination NDM with TENS group and the NDM group. The interventions were applied 3 times a week for 1 month in both groups. The visual analogue scale (VAS) was used to measure the pain. The VAS scores were evaluated on the first day before the interventions were given and after 1 month. The Wilcoxon test was used to assess pre and post treatment. The Mann Whitney test was used to compare the effects of both interventions. According to the findings, both groups had a significant change in VAS measurement outcomes. The decrease in pain was larger in the NDM and TENS group than in the NDM group (p = 0.008). Carrying out a combination of NDM with TENS 3 times in a week for 1 month had a substantial impact on decreasing pain in cigarette workers with CTS risk
Keywords: neurodynamic mobilization, TENS, carpal tunnel syndrome, pain, cigarette workers