bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Lobeglitazone, A Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-Gamma Agonist, Inhibits Papillary Thyroid Cancer Cell Migration and Invasion by Suppressing p38 MAPK Signaling Pathway
Authors: Jin Jun-Qing , Han Jeong-Sun , Ha Jeonghoon , Baek Han-Sang , Lim Dong-Jun
Published: October 2021

Background: Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma (PPAR-γ) ligands have been widely shown to correlate with epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cancer progression. Lobeglitazone (LGZ) is a novel ligand of PPAR-γ; and its role in EMT and metastasis in papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) is poorly understood. We aimed to investigate the role of LGZ in metastatic behavior of PTC cells.Methods: Half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values of LGZ in BRAF-mutated PTC cell lines (BCPAP and K1) were determined using MTT assay. Rosiglitazone (RGZ), the PPAR-γ ligand was used as a positive control. The protein expression of PPAR-γ, cell-surface proteins (E-cadherin, N-cadherin), cytoskeletal protein (Vimentin), transcription factor (Snail), p38 mitogenactivated protein kinase (MAPK), extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) 1/2 pathway, and matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 expression were measured using Western blotting. Changes in E-cadherin expression were also determined using immunocytochemistry. Cell migration and invasion were analyzed using wound healing and Matrigel invasion assays.Results: Treatment with LGZ or RGZ significantly inhibited transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-β1)-induced EMT-associated processes such as fibroblast-like morphological changes, EMT-related protein expression, and increased cell migration and invasion in BCPAP and K1 cells. LGZ restored TGF-β1-induced loss of E-cadherin, as observed using immunocytochemistry. Furthermore, LGZ and RGZ suppressed TGF-β1-induced MMP-2 expression and phosphorylation of p38 MAPK, but not ERK1/2. Although there was no change in PPAR-γ expression after treatment with LGZ or RGZ, the effect of downstream processes mediated by LGZ was hampered by GW9662, a PPAR-γ antagonist.Conclusion: LGZ inhibits TGF-β1-induced EMT, migration, and invasion through the p38 MAPK signaling pathway in a PPAR-γ-dependent manner in PTC cells.
The Cultural Assessment Model as an Evaluation Indicator for Nutritional Adequacy in Pregnant Women with Pre-eclampsia
Authors: Azza Awatiful , Susilo Cipto
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Pre-eclampsia is one of the complications of pregnancy in many communities with low socioeconomic conditions. The lack of intake of quality nutrition can be a precipitating factor in the occurrence of this complication. AIM: This study aims to find out the nutritional adequacy for pregnant women through the transcultural model assessment using correlational design and a cross-sectional approach in pregnant women at the third trimester. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The diagnosis of pre-eclampsia was identified through a blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg and proteinuria. There were 222 samples with purposive sampling. The data were obtained through questionnaires and the interview results were used as secondary data. The data were analyzed using the Chi-square test, odds ratio (OR) with confidence intervals (CI) of 95%, and the alpha value of 0.05. RESULTS: The analysis of the nutritional adequacy with the incidence of pre-eclampsia confirmed that the carbohydrate with OR of 5.250 (OR = 3.545, 95% CI = 2.098, 13.158), folic acid (OR = 16,838, 95% CI = 2.222, 127.64), and vegetable (OR of 4.00, 95% CI = 1.619, 9.885) which are related to the incidence of pre-eclampsia. CONCLUSION: The fulfillment of the daily nutrition of pregnant women is greatly influenced by the culture and myth developed in society. An assessment using the transcultural model approach can give a lot of information about the influence of culture in pregnant women’s daily life.
Micronutrient Content and Total Lactic Acid Bacteria of Dadiah Pudding as Food Supplementation for Pregnant Women
Authors: Taufiqa Zuhrah , Chandra Dian Novita , Helmizar Helmizar , Lipoeto Nur Indrawaty , Hegar Badriul
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Dadiah, traditional yogurt from Indonesia, which is known as a source of probiotics, also contains micronutrients.

AIM: This descriptive study aimed to determine whether additional ingredients and processes during the manufacture of Dadiah pudding maintain the iron, zinc, calcium, and total lactic acid bacteria (LAB) contents.

METHODS: Dadiah pudding was made using Dadiah originated from Bukittinggi, West Sumatra. Micronutrient levels were analyzed according to Indonesian National Standard 01-2896-1998. The total LAB were counted by inoculating samples on Man, Rogosa, and Sharpe agar with serial dilution, and morphological identification was carried out using gram stain.

RESULTS: In 100 g of original Dadiah, mango and chocolate Dadiah pudding contained 347.98, 276.61, and 279.29 mg of calcium; 4.87, 3.75, and 6.31 mg of zinc; 6.53, 6.60, and 9.39 mg of iron; and 6.4 × 10⁹, 6.1 × 10⁹, and 2.4 × 10⁹ CFU/ml LAB, respectively.

CONCLUSION: This study found that modifying the original Dadiah into Dadiah pudding has been proved to affect the concentration of calcium, zinc, and iron and to maintain total LAB. We suggest that consuming Dadiah pudding may be a good choice as a food supplementation for pregnant women to optimize the golden period outcomes.
Application of the Developed Methodology for Transfer of the Temporary Dentures Parameters to a Permanent Prosthesis Supporting on Dental Implants
Authors: Kladnichkin Igor Dmitrievich , Ivanov Sergej Yurevich , Bekreev Valerij , Trufanov Vadim Dmitrievich , Brkich Galina
Published: October 2021

AIM: The aim of this work is to increase the quality and accuracy of the prostheses manufacture on implants in patients with completely absent dentition, to reduce the number of doctors’ visits to creation of temporary crowns, and more quickly adapt to new prostheses.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: A survey and comprehensive treatment of 55 people with complete edentulousness were carried out. Group I consisted of 30 patients who underwent treatment using the developed prototyping method, which took into account the shape of the complete removable dentures and the ratio of the jaws during the manufacture of the prosthesis on implants. The treatment of Group II, consisting of 25 patients, was carried out using a standard technique - after opening the implants, the central ratio of the jaws and the setting of the teeth were re-determined.

RESULTS: The treatment of patients with completely absent dentition using the developed prototyping methodology allowed to increase the accuracy of manufacturing temporary dentures based on dental implants, reduce the time of adaptation to the prosthesis and achieve high aesthetic results.

CONCLUSION: A prosthesis made using the proposed methodology for transferring the parameters of a temporary dentures to a permanent ones based on dental implants meets all functional and aesthetic requirements, improves the quality of prosthetics, reduces the manufacturing time of the prosthesis, the patient’s adaptation time to it, and is the basis for improving the quality of patient’s life.
Modeling Dynamic System for Prediction of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever in Maros District
Authors: Salam Ilham , Arsunan Arsin A. , Wahyu Atjo , Bintara Birawida Agus , Syam Aminuddin , Mallongi Anwar , Palutturi Sukri , Agushybana Farid , Aisyah Aisyah , Yani Ahmad , Akbar Nurdin Muhammad , Elisafitri Rezki
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Efforts to control the incidence of dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) have been carried out intensively, however, there is no significant reduction in the number of DHF sufferers. Meanwhile, the predictive model is expected to be an early warning to anticipate the incidence of DHF.

AIM: Therefore, this study aims to determine the dynamic model for predicting dengue fever incidence in Maros Regency from 2020 to 2040.

METHODS: This study used the research and development (R and D) method with a dynamic systems approach. The study was conducted in Maros Regency and the data on dengue cases in Maros Regency from 2014 to 2018 were used as samples. Meanwhile, interpretive structural modeling (ISM) was used to determine policy scenarios in reducing dengue cases while the analysis of the dynamic model of dengue fever was conducted using the Powersim program.

RESULTS: The critical elements of DHF prevention in the Maros Regency include the Jumantik program, 3M Plus, early warning systems, and outreach. Furthermore, the prediction of the average incidence of dengue fever from 2020 to 2040 has decreased based on dynamic model simulations by applying the Jumantik scenario (46.8%), 3M Plus (61.17%), early warning systems (74.4%), counseling (52.12%), and the combined scenario (97.87%).

CONCLUSIONS: The incidence of dengue fever in the Maros Regency is prevented and controlled by the combination of the Jumantik program, 3M Plus, early warning systems, and counseling.
The Role of Chewing Gum on Post-operative Bowel Recovery after Gynecological Laparoscopic Surgery: A Short Report and Updated Review
Authors: Kusika Nicko Pisceski , Hutagaol Imelda E. B. , Yusuf Muhammad , Suyanto Suyanto , Tilusari Shinta Puja
Published: October 2021

BACKGROUND: Adverse post-operative complication of gynecological laparoscopic surgery, post-operative ileus, could be reduced by mimicking early post-operative oral feeding; however, the role of chewing gum is still lack evidence.

AIM: This study was conducted to assess chewing gum’s role in post-operative bowel recovery after gynecological laparoscopic surgery.

METHODS: This prospective clinical trial recruited 60 participants who had undergone gynecological laparoscopic surgery under general anesthesia. The study was conducted at Arifin Achmad Hospital, Riau Province, Indonesia, from January to April 2021. The patients were equally divided into two groups: Intervention (n = 30) and control (n = 30). They were asked to chew sugar-free gum every 2 h after the surgery (i.e. 5 times within 10 h post-surgery). Time of the first flatus and the first bowel sounds were recorded (i.e. 5 times of assessment within 10 h post-surgery). In addition, a literature review was conducted to add evidence of the role of chewing gum on postoperative bowel recovery after gynecological laparoscopic surgery.

RESULTS: Patients from both groups had a close age range (23–44-year-old versus 21–42-year-old). Our data suggested a significant difference in the time of the first flatus between the treatment and control group (15.95 h vs. 45.05 h), p < 0.001. The length of stay in the hospital among those from the treatment group was also significantly shorter compared to controls (15.50 h vs. 45.50 h), p < 0.001. The literature review of four updated randomized clinical trials suggests chewing gum in the early onset of first flatus and bowel movement.

CONCLUSION: Chewing gum following gynecological laparoscopic surgery could accelerate gastrointestinal recovery.
High-sensitivity cardiac troponin and C-reactive protein dynamics after cardiac electrophysiological procedures
Authors: Shalganov Tchavdar , Stoyanov Milko
Published: October 2021

The catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias causes myocardial destruction and increase of the cardiac troponin and C-reactive protein (CRP). Data regarding dynamics of high-sensitivity troponin during irrigated ablation are scarce, and for diagnostic electrophysiological studies (EPS) are lacking. We aimed to study the periprocedural dynamics of high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I (hscTn I) and CRP, as well as their relation to different procedural parameters during EPS and ablation of various arrhythmias. Material and methods: Consecutive patients with EPS or ablation performed were studied prospectively. Clinical and procedural characteristics, and pre- and postprocedural values of hscTn I and CRP are presented at days 1, 2 and 3. Six indices were chosen as procedural markers of induced myocardial injury. P-value < 0.05 was accepted as statistically signiﬁ cant for all tests performed. Results: Eight EPS and 98 ablations were performed in 103 patients (58 males, 56.3%). For ablations the baseline values of hscTn I at day 1 were 3.2 ng/L (1.7-4.93), while postprocedural values at days 2 and 3 were 500 ng/L (269-1044) and 404 ng/L (179-1017), р < 0.05 for all days. Postprocedural hscTn I values were moderately to strongly correlated to radiofrequency (RF) energy, time and number of RF applications. Postprocedural increase of CRP was also significant, but its magnitude was much smaller. Its correlation to procedural indices was weak. For EPS the baseline values of hscTn I were 5.95 ± 5.34 ng/L (0.6-15.9), while for the next 2 days these were 53.2 ± 43.1 ng/L (13.3-144) и 16.7 ± 9.65 ng/L (3.3-30.9), р < 0.05 for all days. Conclusion: Signiﬁ cant postprocedural increase of hscTn I was detected in all electrophysiology procedures – EPS and ablations. This increase was more pronounced and prolonged to at least the next day after ablation. It was clearly correlated to the cumulative RF energy, RF time and number of RF applications. Early increase of CRP was also signiﬁ cant, but to a lesser magnitude and in weak correlation to the procedural parameters.
On ten species of jumping spiders from Xishuangbanna, China (Araneae, Salticidae)
Authors: Wang Cheng , Li Shuqiang
Published: October 2021

Nine new species of jumping spiders from Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden are described: Euochin yaoisp. nov. (♀♂), Laufeia bannasp. nov. (♀♂), Marengo tangisp. nov. (♀♂), Myrmarachne liuisp. nov. (♀♂), Nandicius proszynskiisp. nov. (♂), Phintelloides pengisp. nov. (♀♂), Poecilorchestes zhengisp. nov. (♀♂), Rhene wandaesp. nov. (♂) and Simaetha chenisp. nov. (♀♂). The female of Chinattus inflatus Wang & Li, 2020 is described for the first time.
Suicide Assessment and Nurses: What Does the Evidence Show?
Authors: Bolster Cindy , Holliday Carrie , Oneal Gail , Shaw Michelle
Published: October 2021

Suicide is at epidemic proportions both in the United States and across the globe. Yet, it is a preventable public health problem. Nurses practice on the front-lines and have the greatest number of opportunities to identify and intervene with suicidal patients. Most registered nurses (RNs) have little or no training in how to assess, evaluate, treat, or refer a suicidal patient. Because of this lack of training, RNs feel ill-prepared and afraid to talk to patients about suicide. The purpose of this article is to review the state of the science of suicide assessment training for nurses. Training RNs in how to assess, evaluate, treat, and refer a suicidal patient is key to suicide prevention. Research suggests that once RNs are trained in suicide assessment, they realize it is no different than assessing for any other type of illness and are then able to help those with suicidal tendencies. The article conclusion offers implications for education, research, and practice.
Contribution fiscale des entreprises au Mali : étude sur données individuelles
Authors: Bertinelli Luisito , Bourgain Arnaud , Diamouténé Abdoul Karim
Published: October 2021

Cet article analyse la contribution fiscale d’un grand nombre d’entreprises maliennes (3 474) qui représentent la totalité du secteur formel de ce pays. En utilisant des données individuelles d’entreprises collectées à partir des bilans et comptes de résultat, nous estimons les déterminants des taux d’imposition implicites tels que la taille de l’entreprise, sa localisation et d’autres caractéristiques. Nous montrons que le taux d’imposition implicite diminue avec la taille des entreprises. Cette relation est robuste à l’utilisation de différentes variables mesurant la taille et elle est même renforcée par l’indicateur de profit. Classification JEL : H25, O17, O55
À qui profitent les dépenses publiques d’éducation en Côte d’Ivoire ?
Authors: N’Da Koffi Christian , Kouadio Konan Abogni Augustin , Aka François Bédia
Published: October 2021

Cet article identifie la couche de la population qui bénéficie le plus des dépenses publiques affectées à l’éducation en Côte d’Ivoire. Il utilise la méthode du bénéfice-incidence avec les données de l’enquête ménages de 2015 et les statistiques de l’éducation nationale. Les résultats montrent qu’excepté le niveau d’éducation primaire, au niveau secondaire, secondaire technique et supérieur, ce sont les classes les plus aisées de la population qui profitent de la part la plus importante des dépenses publiques d’éducation. Bien qu’on observe un taux de participation plus élevé dans le primaire pour les plus pauvres, les résultats indiquent que le taux de participation est largement en faveur des plus riches dans les autres niveaux d’enseignement. Classification JEL : H52 ; I25
Le recul de la mortalité des enfants dans le monde : de grandes inégalités entre pays
Authors: Pison Gilles
Published: October 2021

Un nouveau-né sur vingt-deux meurt dans le monde avant son premier anniversaire. Et parmi ceux qui le fêtent, un sur quarante-trois meurt dans les quatre années suivantes. Au total, ce sont près de 7 % des nouveau-nés qui décèdent avant d’atteindre leur cinquième anniversaire. Les inégalités entre pays sont énormes dans ce domaine : dans les plus développés, la mortalité avant 5 ans a beaucoup baissé et n’est plus que de 0,5 %, voire inférieure. Elle est encore supérieure à 10 % dans beaucoup de pays du Sud, notamment en Afrique subsaharienne. Une partie des enfants meurent de maladies infectieuses évitables par la vaccination, l’un des actes médicaux les plus simples et les plus rentables en termes de prévention des maladies et de réduction de la mortalité.
« Sous la peau » des policiers
Authors: Lemaire Élodie
Published: October 2021

La « grande famille » ou la « grande maison » sont des images souvent convoquées pour symboliser l’esprit de corps dans la police. Toutefois, loin de la vision idéalisée d’un corps unifié, les policiers enquêtés insistent sur la démultiplication de frontières internes, mouvantes, séparant parfois des infiniment petits. Cette hypersegmentation de leur univers professionnel réduit leur sentiment d’appartenance au groupe minuscule au sein duquel ils travaillent au quotidien. Certains d’entre eux franchissent même la frontière entre policiers et non-policiers en mobilisant des dimensions non professionnelles de leur identité (politique, sportive, etc.) pour se définir. Aller voir « sous la peau des policiers », en prenant pour objet les coulisses – au travail et hors travail – de leurs activités, permet de mieux comprendre cette perception largement partagée de la dispersion de la condition policière en de multiples « expressions policières » et de rendre raison des frontières professionnelles par d’autres différences que celles strictement fabriquées par l’institution.
Generalization of hyperbolic smoothing approach for non-smooth and non-Lipschitz functions
Authors: Yilmaz Nurullah , Sahiner Ahmet
Published: October 2021

In this study, we concentrate on the hyperbolic smoothing technique for some sub-classes of non-smooth functions and introduce a generalization of hyperbolic smoothing technique for non-Lipschitz functions. We present some useful properties of this generalization of hyperbolic smoothing technique. In order to illustrate the efficiency of the proposed smoothing technique, we consider the regularization problems of image restoration. The regularization problem is recast by considering the generalization of hyperbolic smoothing technique and a new algorithm is developed. Finally, the minimization algorithm is applied to image restoration problems and the numerical results are reported.
Overtaking optimality in a discrete-time advertising game
Authors: Rilwan Jewaidu ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), 126 Pracha-Uthit Road, Bang Mod, Thung Khru, Bangkok 10140, Thailand, Kumam Poom , Ahmed Idris ,   Center of Excellence in Theoretical and Computational Science (TaCS-CoE), Faculty of Science, King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), 126 Pracha Uthit Rd., Bang Mod, Thung Khru, Bangkok 10140, Thailand,   Departments of Medical Research, China Medical University Hospital, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan,   Department of Mathematical Sciences, Bayero University, Kano 700231, Nigeria,   Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Sule Lamido University, P.M.B 048 Kafin-Hausa, Jigawa State, Nigeria
Published: October 2021

In this paper, advertising competition among $ m $ firms is studied in a discrete-time dynamic game framework. Firms maximize the present value of their profits which depends on their advertising strategy and their market share. The evolution of market shares is determined by the firms' advertising activities. By employing the concept of the discrete-time potential games of González-Sánchez and Hernández-Lerma (2013), we derived an explicit formula for the Nash equilibrium (NE) of the game and obtained conditions for which the NE is an overtaking optimal. Moreover, we analyze the asymptotic behavior of the overtaking NE where the convergence towards a unique steady state (turnpike) is established.
Note on subdirect sums of $ \{i_0\} $-Nekrasov matrices
Authors: Xia Jing ,   School of Mathematics and Information Science, Baoji University of Arts and Sciences, Baoji, Shaanxi, 721013, China
Published: October 2021

The concept of $ k $-subdirect sums of matrices, as a generalization of the usual sum and the direct sum, plays an important role in scientific computing. In this paper, we introduce a new subclass of $ S $-Nekrasov matrices, called $ \{i_0\} $-Nekrasov matrices, and some sufficient conditions are given which guarantee that the $ k $-subdirect sum $ A\bigoplus_k B $ is an $ \{i_0\} $-Nekrasov matrix, where $ A $ is an $ \{i_0\} $-Nekrasov matrix and $ B $ is a Nekrasov matrix. Numerical examples are reported to illustrate the conditions presented.
On a boundary value problem for fractional Hahn integro-difference equations with four-point fractional integral boundary conditions
Authors: Wattanakejorn Varaporn ,   Mathematics Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, Suan Dusit University, Bangkok 10300, Thailand, Ntouyas Sotiris K. , Sitthiwirattham Thanin ,   Department of Mathematics, University of Ioannina, Ioannina 45110, Greece,   Nonlinear Analysis and Applied Mathematics (NAAM)-Research Group, Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80203, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
Published: October 2021

In this paper, we study a boundary value problem consisting of Hahn integro-difference equation supplemented with four-point fractional Hahn integral boundary conditions. The novelty of this problem lies in the fact that it contains two fractional Hahn difference operators and three fractional Hahn integrals with different quantum numbers and orders. Firstly, we convert the given nonlinear problem into a fixed point problem, by considering a linear variant of the problem at hand. Once the fixed point operator is available, we make use the classical Banach's and Schauder's fixed point theorems to establish existence and uniqueness results. An example is also constructed to illustrate the main results. Several properties of fractional Hahn integral that will be used in our study are also discussed.
The effect of COVID-19 pandemic on residential real estate prices: Turkish case
Authors: Kaynak Selahattin ,   Department of International Business and Commerce, Samsun University, Samsun, Turkey, Ekinci Aykut , Kaya Havvanur Feyza ,   Department of Economics and Finance, Samsun University, Samsun, Turkey
Published: October 2021

This study investigates the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the residential real estate prices in Turkey. This study indicates the effect of COVID-19, loan package, macroeconomic and behavioral control variables on abnormal returns of residential real estate prices during the event window. This study consists of three econometric steps. Firstly, the abnormal returns of the residential real estate prices are obtained by using an event study. Secondly, the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on abnormal returns of residential real estate prices was estimated by panel data analysis for regional and city levels. According to the findings of the city level, the COVID-19 pandemic has a negative effect on abnormal returns of residential prices, as expected. However, the regional analysis shows mainly a positive COVID-19 effect.
Preoperative neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio are correlated with tumor–node–metastasis stages in patients with non-small cell lung cancer
Authors: Cheng Han , Bhushan Sandeep , Li Na , Xiao Zongwei , Gao Ke
Published: October 2021

Background:

The aim of this study is to explore the value of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) for predicting the tumor–node–metastasis (TNM) stages in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients.

Methods:

This retrospective study included 205 NSCLC patients receiving surgical treatment. We used receiver operating curve analysis to confirm the optimal cutoff values of NLR and PLR.

Results:

The result showed that the thresholds for NLR and PLR were 1.8 and 103.59, respectively. NLR (P = 0.037; relative risk (RR), 3.027; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.608–8.581) and PLR (P = 0.001; RR, 3.662; 95% CI: 1.342–9.992) were risks factors in predicting advanced TNM stages (Stage III/IV, all P < 0.05). In addition, NLR with T stage- and N stage-dependent increase may be a potential and independent predictive marker for T and N stage (all P < 0.05); the PLR was identified as a marker for T stage (P = 0.028) but not for N stage. Furthermore, we investigated the combination of NLR and PLR (CNP). A risk stratification based on CNP index was carried out as follows: low risk (NLR ≤1.8 and PLR ≤ 103.59), intermediate risk (either NLR >1.8 or PLR > 103.59), and high risk (both NLR >1.8 and PLR >103.59). The probabilities for developing advanced TNM stage were 6.4% for low, 20.4% for intermediate, and 47.1% for high-risk group (P < 0.001).

Conclusion:

The levels of preoperative NLR and PLR were capable of indicating advanced TNM stages. According to the CNP index, patients were divided into three risk groups with different significance.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Dental and Medical Students in Jargon Usage in their Regular Practice
Authors: Nachu Sneha , Ravoori Srinivas , Pachava Srinivas , Shaik Parveen Sultana
Published: October 2021

Context:

Jargon is widely used in the health-care field, particularly in medical/dental records. Although standard medical abbreviations/jargon can be seen as professional, efficient shorthand, overzealous, and unrepressed jargon used by medical and dental professionals can obstruct effective communication and understanding between patients and peers.

Aim:

The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice of jargon among medical and dental students.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey consisting of 14 questions was carried out among final-year students and interns of the dental and medical college in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. Both descriptive and inferential statistics (Chi-square test and Pearson correlation) were computed.

Results:

The majority of respondents used jargon while taking a case history. Nearly 86.2% of dental final year, 56.9% of dental interns, 73.8% and 74.6% of final medical years and interns used jargons when there was a lack of time (P = 0.002). 41.1% of BDS final year, 63.1% of BDS interns, 53.8% of medical final years, and 63.9% of medical interns were aware of standard abbreviations (P = 0.001). Nearly 78.5% of dental final year, 83.1% of dental interns, 63.1% and 66.2% of medical final years, and interns felt that the use of abbreviations should be permitted in case history taking (P = 0.027).

Conclusion:

The study showed the widespread use of jargon in case history taking among respondents. Although the majority of respondents were comfortable with jargon usage, there is a lack of knowledge regarding standard abbreviations. A structured guideline for the use of medical and dental abbreviations or jargon is needed to prevent miscommunication in the interpretation of medical records, which can lead to medicolegal issues.
Enhancing COVID-19 vaccination coverage using financial incentives: arguments to help health providers counterbalance erroneous claims
Authors: Dotlic Jelena , Jeremic Stojkovic Vida , Cummins Paul , Milic Marija , Gazibara Tatjana
Published: October 2021

Financial reimbursements after receiving the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine have been criticized in the literature. This strategy has been described as payment to receive the vaccines, undue inducement, and unethical. We are aware that healthcare workers who work in primary healthcare, prevention, and public health may encounter similar reasons from people who refuse vaccination against COVID-19. For this reason, we are compelled to clarify these claims and provide arguments for all healthcare workers who might be challenged by such reasoning. In this critical review, we discuss why the claims against financial incentives that have been presented in the literature are erroneous.
Analysis of Meat Consumption Pattern in Ogbomoso North Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria
Authors: Arowolo O.V. , Oladejo J.A. , Oguntoye T.O. , Kabir G.B. , Salako B.A.
Published: October 2021

The increasing awareness of the benefits of more nutritious, healthier and safer food products by consumers plays a vital role in the recent changes experienced in the food production chain, and meat products are no exception to this. The study investigated consumption pattern of meat in Ogbomoso North Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria. Primary data for the study were obtained from 120 respondents with the use of structured questionnaire analysed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. According to the study, chicken, turkey and beef with percentage frequencies 96.7%, 81.7% and 76.8% respectively were the most consumed meat types, while quail, rabbit and guinea fowl with percentage frequencies 6.7%, 7.5% and 12.5% respectively were the least consumed meat types. Also, income of the respondent with t-value 41.08 and a positively signed coefficient at 1% level of significance was found to have a direct effect on the monthly expenditure on preferred meat type. The study recommend there should be awareness on the nutritional benefits of consuming meats of low saturated fats and calorie contents such as rabbit, quail and guinea fowl and also to teach them how to raise these animals domestically.
In-silico Investigation of the Interaction between Beta-class Glutathione S-Transferase and Five Antibiotics, namely; Ampicillin, Tetracycline, Chloramphenicol, Ciprofloxacin and Cephalexin
Authors: Shehu D. , Danlami S , Ya’u M. , Babandi A. , Yakasai H.M. , Babagana K.
Published: October 2021

Glutathione s-transferases(GSTs) are enzymes involved in the conjugation and deactivation of various xenobiotics including drugs. Thisin-silico study was undertaken in order to investigate the interaction between beta-class glutathione s-transferase and five selected antibiotics, namely; ampicillin, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin and cephalexin using molecular docking study. RaptorX server was used to predict the amino acids involved at the binding sitewhile molecular docking study was employed in order to investigate the binding interactions.RaptorX predicted several amino acids which were different from the ones observed in molecular docking because of the variability in the substrate binding site of GSTs however, all the amino acids predicted by RaptorX were also found to be involved in the GSH binding.Lys107, Phe109, Ser110, Leu113, Trp114, His115 and Arg123, Leu168 were the amino acids involved in the binding of various antibiotics to the substrate binding site of the protein while Ala9, Cys10, Leu32, Tyr51, Val52, Pro53, Glu65 and Ala66were involved in the binding of the co-substrate GSH to the binding site of the protein. The results indicated that all the antibiotics showed a good binding affinity with the beta class GST and are therefore capable of deactivating the drugs. With these, finding a beta class GST inhibitors alongside antibiotics during a treatment of diseases will be of beneficial in the current fight against antibiotic resistance.
Effects of Gender and Aerobic Exercise on Oxidative Stress and Haematological Parameters of Students of Physical Education
Authors: Akarah E.O.
Published: October 2021

The present study examined the effects of sex differences and aerobic exercise on oxidative stress and haematological parameters. The study had participants who were between 19- 20 years and consisted of 15 male and 15 female students of Physical Education in Delta State University, Abraka. The students were made to undergo rigorous aerobic exercise which involved running at an average speed of about 10 Kilometres / hour for about 1 hour and 20 mins. Blood Sample was taken from each student before and after the aerobic exercise and used for analysis. The plasma superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity of all the students (both sexes combined) was significantly (p < 0.05) increased after physical exercise. Similarly, the level of lipid peroxidation (LPO) in the plasma of same group of students was significantly (p<0.05) increased after physical exercise. When the data obtained were analysed based on gender the activity of SOD was significantly (p<0.05) decreased in male students but increased in the females after aerobic exercise. Conversely, there was a significant (p<0.05) increase in extent of LPO in male students but a decrease in females after aerobic exercise. Analysis of the haematological parameters showed that only the white blood cell (WBC) count was significantly (p<0.05) decreased in all students after aerobic exercises. After aerobic exercise, the Hb concentration and RBC count were significantly (p<0.05) decreased in male students only. Similarly, male students had a significant (p<0.05) decrease in both HCT and WBC count after aerobic exercise but the females had no significant (p>0.05) change in these parameters. In conclusion this study shows that physical exercise can cause changes in oxidative stress and hematological parameters. The study also reveals that male participants were more vulnerable to oxidative stress and variations in hematological indices.
Plausible causes of low incidence of COVID 19 in Tropical Africa: A review
Authors: Agbedahunsi Joseph M.
Published: October 2021

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Prevalence and risk factors of hepatitis b infection in HIV infected children seen at national hospital Abuja
Authors: Adeoye O.A. , Oniyangi O. , Ojuawo I.A.
Published: October 2021

Background: Human immunodeficiency virus infection remains a global pandemic. Co infection with hepatitis B virus leads to rapid progression to AIDS if not diagnosed and promptly treated or better still prevented. The study aims at determining the prevalence and risk factors of hepatitis B infection in HIV infected children being followed up at the Paediatric HIV clinic.
Patients and methods: A cross-sectional study of 261 HIV infected children aged eight months to fourteen years to determine the prevalence of Hepatitis B infection and pattern of hepatitis B vaccination was carried out between July and October 2012 at the Paediatric HIV clinic of National Hospital Abuja. Ethical approval was obtained from Ethical Committee of the hospital. Vaccination and transfusion history were obtained from the parents and guardians of the subjects using a proforma after signed informed consent. Blood samples were collected for Hepatitis B surface antigen screening and Hepatitis B screening in those with HBsAg positive blood samples.
Results: Only 3 (1.15%) of the 261 HIV infected children had Hepatitis B infection. All the children less than 5 years old in this cohort received hepatitis B vaccination and none of them had Hepatitis B infection. The HIV/HBV co infected children were older than ten years (p = 0.047) and history of blood transfusion (p = 0.003) was also significant. However, scarification (p = 0.996), local circumcision (p = 0.928); uvulectomy (p = 0.898) were not significant risk factors in this cohort.

Conclusion: There is need to intensify routine hepatitis B vaccination and routine screening of blood before necessary transfusion. This would further lead to a low prevalence of Hepatitis B in HIV infected children and the general populace at large.
XÂY DỰNG BẢN ĐỒ NHẠY CẢM MÔI TRƯỜNG ĐỐI VỚI SỰ CỐ TRÀN DẦU VEN BIỂN TỈNH BÌNH ĐỊNH
Authors: THẮNG LÊ VIỆT
Published: October 2021

Vùng biển và ven biển là vùng kinh tế chủ lực của tỉnh Bình Định với nhiều hoạt động du lịch, nuôi trồng thủy sản, làm muối và có hệ sinh thái đa dạng nên khi sự cố tràn dầu (SCTD) xảy ra sẽ ảnh hưởng rất lớn đến kinh tế cũng như hệ sinh thái trong khu vực. Chỉ số nhạy cảm môi trường (ESI) được phát triển để đánh giá mức độ tổn thương khi SCTD xảy ra nhằm xác định những khu vực nhạy cảm để có những biện pháp ứng phó thích hợp và giảm thiểu tác động đến môi trường. Trong nghiên cứu này, bản đồ nhạy cảm môi trường đối với SCTD được xây dựng dựa vào ESI của ba đối tượng bao gồm đường bờ, tài nguyên sinh vật và tài nguyên con người sử dụng, ESI của từng đối tượng được xác định dựa trên hướng dẫn của NOAA. Kết quả xây dựng bản đồ nhạy cảm môi trường đối với SCTD cho thấy đường bờ, hệ sinh thái vùng biển và ven biển tỉnh Bình Định có mức độ tổn thương cao đối với dầu tràn.
Determinan Profitabilitas Bank Umum Syariah Di Indonesia Dengan Tingkat Likuiditas Sebagai Variabel Intervening
Authors: Anisa Sasabila Tisat , Anwar Saiful
Published: October 2021

This research aims to analyze the effect of capital adequacy ratio (CAR), financing risk (NPF), and operational efficiency (BOPO) on profitability (ROA) with liquidity level (FDR) as an intervening variable in Islamic commercial banks (ICB) in Indonesia in 2015 to 2019. The data used is secondary data in panel data, taken from the annual reports published by each ICB official website. Data analysis used multiple linear regression and path analysis. The results of this study found that CAR has a negative effect on ROA, NPF has a negative effect on ROA, BOPO has a negative effect on ROA, FDR has a positive effect on ROA, CAR has a negative effect on FDR, NPF has a negative effect on FDR, BOPO has a positive effect on FDR liquidity. At the same time, FDR cannot be an intervening variable in the relationship of CAR, NPF, BOPO to ROA. This research provides insight for ICB in maintaining the value of NPF and BOPO to increase the company's net profit.
Pengaruh Kinerja Keuangan Dan Inflasi Terhadap Return On Asset Pada Bank Umum Syariah Di Indonesia
Authors: Saleh Idris
Published: October 2021

This research aims to show the effect of capital adequacy ratio (CAR), financing to deposit ratio (FDR), non-performing financing (NPF), operating expenses on operating income (OEOI), and inflation partially and simultaneously on return on assets (ROA) at Sharia Commercial Bank in Indonesia. This type of research is a quantitative research using secondary data based on panel data. The research population consisted of 11 Islamic Commercial Banks in Indonesia using the purposive sampling technique so that 220 samples were obtained. The data analysis technique used is panel data regression method, classical assumption test, coefficient of determination, t-test, and f-test. The results show that CAR has a positive and significant effect on ROA, FDR has a negative and insignificant effect on ROA, NPF, and inflation has a positive effect and is not significant on ROA. At the same time, OEOI has a negative and significant effect on ROA. Simultaneously all independent variables have a significant effect on ROA.
Efek Diversifikasi Pembiayaan Sektor Ekonomi Terhadap Profitabilitas Dan Risiko Bank Syariah Di Indonesia
Authors: Ahyar Muhammad Khozin
Published: October 2021

Financing in Islamic banking can be regarded as an investment because Islamic banking is a fund manager (mudharib) from the owner of the funds (shahibul maal), namely the customer. This research aims to show that investment diversification can minimize risk and increase profitability in Islamic banking. This study uses a quantitative method with a multiple linear regression model with 14 independent and 2 dependent variables. The data used is secondary data obtained from the Islamic banking statistics of the Financial Services Authority. The result of this research is that diversification of financing based on the economic sector has no effect on profitability but affects risk in reducing default. This research has implications for reducing the risk of default in Islamic banking, marked by the performance and quality of Islamic banking financing getting better.
A Review Study on Biocompatible Improvements of NiTi-based Shape Memory Alloys
Authors: MOHAMMED Safar , KÖK Mediha , QADER Ibrahim Nazem , COŞKUN Meltem
Published: October 2021

NiTi-based shape memory alloys (SMAs) have many applications, especially for implantation, however since they are not a passive material so it is important to investigate them from different biocompatible perspectives. In this study, we introduced the important physical characteristics of NiTi alloys, then we explained different biocompatible terminologies, including carcinogenic, genotoxic, cytotoxicity, mutagenic, allergic, and corrosivity. We collected some important previous works that investigated the biocompatibility of NiTi-based SMAs and the different techniques used for improving the alloy and diminishing the hazard due to Ni-leakages.
Tindak Pidana Illegal Fishing di Perairan Natuna Dalam Perspektif Krimininologi
Authors: Wijayanti Punik Triesti , Sri Wahyuniarti Dhea Putri , Fitriono Riska Andi
Published: October 2021

Indonesia merupakan negara dengan wilayah laut yang sangat luas dengan banyaknya keanekaragaman kekayaan laut di dalamnya. Luasnya wilayah laut serta banyaknya kekayaan laut tersebut menyebabkan banyak wilayah laut Indonesia yang sering menjadi tempat tindakan illegal fishing, terutama di daerah laut yang berbatasan langsung dengan negara lain. Salah satunya yaitu laut Natuna di Provinsi Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode penelitian studi kasus dengan pendekatan deskriptif dalam menguraikan permasalahan yang tengah dihadapi terkait dengan kegiatan Illegal fishing di laut Natuna. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kegiatan illegal fishing ini banyak dilakukan oleh warga negara asing dikarenakan lemahnya tindakan hukum pada pelaku kejahatan illegal fishing serta luasnya wilayah perairan laut Indonesia. Selain itu keterbatasan pengawasan telah menimbulkan illegal fishing yang dilakukan oleh kapal-kapal asing semakin merajalela. Untuk mencegah hal tersebut, perlu diadakannya upaya pencegahan dari pemerintah maupun masyarakat agar hal tersebut tidak menyebabkan dampak yang lebih besar kedepannya.
Pengaruh Kemampuan Manajemen Konflik, Kontrol Stres Kerja Dan Self-Efficacy Pada Kinerja Guru
Authors: Gintulangi Sabriana Oktaviani , Arsana I Kadek Satria
Published: October 2021

ABSTRACT The implementation of this study aims to 1) To know the positive direct influence of conflict management ability on teacher work achievement in SMPN as Pinolosian, 2) To know the positive direct influence of work stress control on teacher work achievement, 3) To know the direct positive influence of self-efficacy on teacher's work performance, 4) To know the positive direct influence of conflict management ability on teacher self-efficacy, 5) To know the positive direct influence of stress control on teacher self-efficacy. This research method uses a quantitative approach, with data collection techniques are questionnaires and documentation. As well as data analysis using descriptive and inferential. The results of this study showed that 1) there is a positive direct influence of Conflict Management Ability on teacher work performance 2) there is a positive direct influence of work stress control on teacher work performance 3) there is a positive direct influence of self-efficacy on teacher work performance, 4) there is a positive direct influence of conflict management ability on teacher self-efficacy, 5) there is a positive direct influence of stress control on teacher self-efficacy. Keywords: Ability to Manage Conflict, Work Stress Control, Self Efficacy, Work Achievement ABSTRAKPelaksanaan penelitian ini bertujuan kepada 1) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh langsung positif dari Kemampuan Manajemen Konflik terhadap prestasi kerja guru di SMPN sekecamatan pinolosian, 2) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh langsung positif dari pengendalian stres kerja terhadap prestasi kerja guru, 3) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh positif langsung dari self efficacy terhadap kinerja kerja guru, 4) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh langsung positif dari kemampuan manajemen konflik pada self efficacy guru, 5) Untuk mengetahui pengaruh langsung positif dari kontrol stres pada self efficacy guru. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif, dengan teknik pengumpulan data adalah kuesioner, dan dokumentasi. Serta analisis data menggunakan deskriptif dan inferensial. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa 1) ada pengaruh langsung positif dari kemampuan manajemen konflik pada kinerja kerja guru 2) ada pengaruh langsung positif dari pengendalian stres kerja pada kinerja kerja guru 3) ada pengaruh langsung positif dari self efficacy pada kinerja kerja guru, 4) ada pengaruh langsung positif dari kemampuan manajemen konflik pada self efficacy guru , 5) ada pengaruh langsung positif dari kontrol stres pada self efficacy guru. Kata Kunci: Kemampuan Mengelola Konflik, Kontrol Stres Kerja, Self Efficacy, Pencapaian Kerja
Faktor-faktor yang Memengaruhi Niat Pembelian Produk Pangan Organik : Sebuah Studi Literatur
Authors: Muliasari Risa Martha , Aulia Anisa Nurina , Setiawan Andika Putra , Ibanah Indah
Published: October 2021

Pasar produk pangan organik mulai tumbuh selama pandemi covid-19. Jumlah produsen juga ikut tumbuh karena dianggap menguntungkan dan menjadi peluang bagi produsen baru untuk ikut mencoba menyediakan produk pangan organik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menyintesis temuan-temuan tentang faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi niat pembelian produk pangan organik. Data diperoleh dari studi literatur jurnal nasional dan internasional sejumlah dua puluh delapan jurnal yang relevan dengan judul. Faktor-faktor yang umumnya memengaruhi niat pembelian produk pangan organik terdiri atas harga, motivasi sehat, karakteristik produk, sikap, distribusi, kepedulian pada lingkungan dan norma subjektif.