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Analisis Tarik-Menarik Otoritas Pengawasan Baitul Maal Wat-Tamwil (BMT) antara Kementerian Koperasi dan Otoritas Jasa Keuangan
Authors: Octariza Nindya , Azzahidi Muh Rizwan
Published: July 2023

BMT (Baitul Maal-wat-Tamwil) is one type of financial institution regulated by the OJK or the Financial Services Authority, whose job is to regulate licensing, training and supervision. This rule was made based on Article 6 of the Financial Services Jurisdiction Law No. 21 of 2011, which authorize OJK to regulate, monitor, and administer licensing procedures for all financial services sector. As a legal issues have been regulated, although they do not play a significant role in their oversight. OJK acts as supervisory agency for the country’s financial service industry, creating an integrated regulatory and supervisory structure for all operations in the financial services sector. Law no. 1 of 2013 authorized. Article 5 paragraph 2 POJK No. 12/POJK.05/2014 confirms this. The author’s research approach is literature study. The legality of BMTs has not chaged, and many BMTs still prefer the legal cooperative form. This has consequences in the form that BMT is governed by rules governing cooperatives, particularly Law No. 25 of 1992.
Pengaruh Musyawarah Guru Mata Pelajaran (MGMP) terhadap Profesionalitas Guru
Authors: Imelda Imelda , Adripen Adripen , Muchlis Lita Sari , Khairat Annisaul
Published: July 2023

There are many factors that can influence teacher professionalism, one of which is subject teacher deliberations. Therefore, this study aims to influence subject teacher deliberations on social studies teacher professionalism in MTsN throughout Tanah Datar District. This research uses a type of quantitative research with the Ex-Post Facto method. Data collection technique with a questionnaire. The population is social studies teachers at MTsN throughout Tanah Datar regency. The research sample was taken using random sampling by means of a lottery system. Data analysis using linear regression. The results showed that subject teacher deliberations had an effect on the professionalism of IPS teachers at MTsN Tanah Datar Regency by 57.4%. So it can be concluded that subject teacher deliberations affect teacher professionalism.
Internalisasi Nilai Pendidikan Karakter Berbasis Budaya Talaqqi di Pondok Pesantren Nurul Hakim Kediri Lombok Barat
Authors: Arifin Bustanul , Habsyi Irsan , Irwan Irwan
Published: July 2023

Education is an effort to change behavior to be better than before, behavior change for students does not only cover the learning material provided, but instilling the character values of students requires strategies, behavior modification as a model that can be internalized and applied so that it becomes a permanent attitude as the main characteristic a student. The problem of this research: Character education which is proclaimed is a program that has no pattern, the research question is how is the internalization of the value of character education based on talaqqi culture in Islamic boarding schools? This study aims to describe the talaqqi strategy in implementing character education through the internalization of the moral values of the Islamic boarding school culture in Nurul Hakim, Kediri, West Lombok. The research approach is qualitative and the type of research is descriptive. Retrieval of data using non-participant observation techniques, in-depth interviews, and documentation, inductive data analysis. Validity test with credibility, dependability, confirmability, and discussion with peers. The results of the study show that the formation of the character of the students is carried out simultaneously by the teacher, environmental support, ustadz, and the culture of the Islamic boarding school. The character of the santri is formulated in the form of the Five Souls of Islamic Boarding Schools or the five souls of Islamic boarding schools which consist of a soul of sincerity, a spirit of Islamic ukhuwah, a spirit of independence, a spirit of simplicity, and a spirit of limited freedom. The instilled characters can be seen from the attitude of the students when they are inside and outside the Islamic boarding school environment. This research contributes to strengthening the elements of fostering character education through habituation carried out by educators by setting a noble example in the Islamic boarding school environment.
Pengaruh Pendidikan Agama Islam dalam Keluarga dan Budaya Religius Sekolah terhadap Ketaatan Beragama Peserta Didik
Authors: Siregar Nur Hapipa , Zulhammi Zulhammi , Suparni Suparni
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine and test empirical data related to the influence of Islamic religious education in the family and school religious culture on the religious obedience of students in private madrasah aliyah in the Barumun sub-district, Padang Lawas district. This research uses associative method. The associative method is research that aims to determine the relationship, influence between two or more variables with a correlational and regression approach to quantitative data obtained from research objects, namely students from Private Madrasah Aliyah in Barumun sub-district, Padang Lawas district. The sample of this research is 105 people. The type of analysis used in this research is multiple linear and correlation test which is described descriptively. The results of this study are, first, there is a significant influence between Islamic religious education in the family on the religious observance of private madrasah aliyah students in the Barumun sub-district, Padang Lawas Regency, with a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.214 which means that Islamic religious education in the family affects religious observance students by 21.4%). Second, the results of the study show that there is a significant influence between the religious culture of the school on religious observance, with a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.145, which means that the religious culture of the school influences the religious observance of students at Private Madrasah Aliyah in Barumun District by 14.5%. Third, the results of the study show that there is a significant influence between Islamic religious education and school religious culture on religious observance together, with a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.190, which means that Islamic religious education and school religious culture affect the religious observance of madrasah students private aliyah in the Barumun district of 19.0%.
Persepsi Mahasiswa Prodi PAI Angkatan 2022 terhadap Mata Kuliah Tashih Tilawah Al-Qur’an
Authors: Afrida Tri , Wiza Rahmi
Published: July 2023

The Quran is the most important source of Islamic law, Islamic education study program is one of the study programs that dominantly interacts with the Quran. but of course it becomes a problem if students of the Islamic education study program are unable to read the Quran, therefore a Tashhih Recitation of the Quran course is held to overcome this problem. However, Islamic education study program students have different responses and views on this subject. Therefore, this study aims to find out how the positive and negative perceptions of students towards the Tashhih Recitation of the Qur'an course. The method used is a qualitative research method, with data sources obtained through interviews with the heads of Islamic education study programs, supporting lecturers and students. To obtain the results of the interviews, use interview guidelines as a research instrument. In addition, data was also obtained through documentation. For data analysis techniques in the form of data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The findings in this study are; First, the positive perception of Islamic education study program students class of 2022 regarding the Tashhih Recitation of the Quran course includes: a) the Tashhih Recitation of the Quran course as a place for learning the Quran. b) learning Tashhih Recitations of the Quran means fulfilling obligations towards the Koran. c) learning Tashhih Recitations of the Quran improves the quality of reading the Quran. d) learning Tashhih Recitations of the Quran to avoid changes in meaning and meaning when reading the Quran. The two positive perceptions of Islamic Religion Study Program students class of 2022 regarding the Tashhih Recitation of the Quran include: a) the learning methods used do not vary. b) study schedule is not fixed. c) short study time. d) the capacity of students is too much.
Implementasi Metode Menghafal Al-Qur'an 3T + 1M pada Rumah Tahfidz Se Kabupaten Tanah Datar
Authors: Ependi Zulfan , Ilyas Asnelly , Suharmon Suharmon , B.S Iman Asroa
Published: July 2023

This study aims to explain the planning, implementation and evaluation as well as the obstacles in applying the 3T+1M method for memorizing the Qur'an in Tahfidz houses throughout Tanah Datar Regency. This research is based on the existence of the 3T+1M method used at the Tahfidz house in Tanah Datar Regency which has a positive impact on students. The research was conducted using field research methods to collect data at the research location. The research was conducted using a qualitative approach by presenting an overview of the application of the 3T+1M method at Tahfidz's house, Tanah Datar Regency. The research was conducted from January to July 2022. The data sources were teachers and students in 12 Tahfidz houses in Tanah Datar Regency who applied the 3T+1M method. Data collection is done by observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the research show that 1) Planning is done by making memorization targets, making Al-Qur'an memorization programs and making a schedule of activities; 2) Implementation is carried out by applying the Tikrar, Tafahhum, Tasmi', and Muraja'ah methods; 3) Evaluation of implementation by asking students to repeat memorization, reciting memorization, and depositing memorization and strengthening it in the evaluation of Tafhidz's book as a report and basis for follow-up learning; and 4) various obstacles in the form of immature student ages, debates over students' comprehension, coercion and low student motivation, and not being able to read the Qur’an or not being fluent in reading the Qur’an.
De la propiedad a la otredad en la comunidad escolar: El cuidado común
Authors: Gutiérrez Rodríguez Rosa Martha
Published: July 2023

La educación para el el cuidado del otro es cada vez más un asunto prioritario que abarca los ámbitos en los que se desarrolla la vida y que se reconoce institucionalmente como Educación ambiental. Tratándose de un tema emergente que nos encara con la degradación del planeta, pareciera que se limita sólo al desarrollo de acciones encaminadas a la preservación del agua y la naturaleza; no obstante, para realizar acciones de carácter socio-ambiental se hace necesario recuperar el sentido de la otredad desde la propiedad de los sujetos, la atención comunitaria y el sentido de pertenencia desde la propia visión de los sujetos que preservan la vida y el bienestar de los otros y de lo propio. 

Desde esta posición se recupera el pensamiento de Leonardo Boff por el valor ético-ontológico de lo que se es y de lo que puede entenderse como virtud del ser en su relación con la vida en sus distintas formas y manifestaciones.
Enseñamos lo que somos: Hacia una educación conciente
Authors: Lara Daganzo Trinidad
Published: July 2023

Cuando educar es sinónimo de instruir, o acumular conocimientos que nos ayudan a dar continuidad a los imperativos sociales (acumular mucho y rápido), estamos hablando del enfoque no esencial superficial, competencial o pragmático, de la educación. Es una parte, pero no el todo. La educación holística requiere del ámbito esencial, que a diferencia de su complementario no es demandado por la sociedad. En cambio, es el que nos sana.

El origen es lo esencial, profundo, invisible y atemporal. Preguntémonos si la mirada no habría de estar en vaciar, desaprender, ralentizar y minimizar.

Los educadores tenemos el deber y privilegio de promover el cuestionamiento de todos aquellos patrones sociales estériles que están necrosando el sentido de la vida.

La educación consciente demanda de un autoconocimiento ilimitado, que nos direccione al derrumbe del ego. Un darse cuenta de nosotros mismos. Para ello la auto-educación es el camino, pues los educadores enseñamos lo que nosotros mismos hacemos para auto-educarnos.
Aprendizaje basado en la investigación en los estudiantes de la licenciatura de ciencias naturales y educación ambiental de la Universidad Popular del Cesar
Authors: Colina María de las Mercedes , Lora Carrillo Lesby Johanna , Granado Juvinao Katerine , Quiroz Vega María Victoria , Cadena Mareiño Jageiver Ibeth
Published: July 2023

La presente investigación tiene como objetivo analizar el aprendizaje investigativo en los estudiantes de la licenciatura de Ciencias Naturales y Educación ambiental. La variable de estudio se define como aprendizaje investigativo referenciado por Quintana et al, (2018), Jojoa (2021), Arrieta. et, al. (2021), Gallardo (2014), Jojoa, H. (2021). enmarcada en el paradigma positivista con enfoque analítico y diseño no experimental, de campo, transaccional; la muestra se constituyó por 30 estudiantes y 10 docentes de los semestres 9° y 10°, como instrumento se utilizó el cuestionario tipo Likert validado por expertos cuya confiabilidad para los estudiantes fue de 0.93 y en los docentes 0.94 alta confiabilidad. Para analizar los datos se consideró la estadística descriptiva evidenciando como resultado que ambos actores coinciden en la necesidad de incorporar en sus asignaturas como eje transversal de las mismas, estrategias del aprendizaje basado en investigación en función de potenciar las competencias investigativas y la construcción de un conocimiento que inspire el desarrollo del pensamiento crítico y creativo del estudiante, impactando positivamente su desempeño académico y profesional, capaz de aportar soluciones a los problemas del entorno.
Frequency of Eye Symptoms in COVID-19 Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Khan Nida Armoghan , Nazir Fahmina , Tahir Muhammad Awais , Muhammad Jahan Zaib Hafiz , Nazir Sadia
Published: July 2023

We present frequency of ocular symptoms in COVID-19 patients in Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Islamabad. A total of 333 admitted patients with laboratory-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection were included. Patients were enquired and examined for any ocular symptoms that developed along with COVID-19. The results were stratified by sex, age, comorbidities, High Resolution CT (HRCT) and condition of conjunctiva. Data was analyzed using SPSS 28.0.1.1. Chi square test was performed to measure the p value of the reported eye symptoms. Out of the 333, 81 subjects fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Forty-six patients (56%) were females and 52 patients out of 81 (64.2%) reported redness of conjunctiva. A positive relationship between the COVID-19 and the frequency of eye symptoms was observed with p value of 0.001. A weak positive correlation between HRCT and conjunctiva was found through bivariate analysis (0.132).
Mean Best Corrected Visual Acuity after Intravitreal Bevacizumab in Patients with Diabetic Macular Edema
Authors: Hanif Anum , Zahra Qundeel , Mansoor Atif , Arshad Mahmood Muhammad , Saeed Muhammad
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To determine mean best corrected visual acuity after intravitreal bevacizumab in patients with diabetic macular edema.
Study Design:  Quasi experimental study.
Place and Duration of Study:  Jinnah Hospital, Lahore and Chaudary Muhammad Akram Hospital Lahore from March 2018 to May 2021.
Methods:  A total of 200 patients of either gender with diabetic macular edema and age between 40 and 60 years were included in this study. Patients with dense cataract, corneal opacity, uncontrolled diabetes mellitus and those who were treated with pan retinal photocoagulation were excluded. Best corrected Visual Acuity (BCVA) was evaluated with Snellen chart and converted to log MAR. A standard protocol of 0.05 mL of Bevacizumab was prepared from injection Avastin, 100 mg/4 mL vial. Bevacizumab injection was given to all patients, using topical anesthesia, under aseptic measures in the operation theater. A total of 03 injections were given at 1-month interval. After three months, BCVA was recorded. Results were presented in number and percentages.
Results:  Mean age of the participants was 50.42 ± 6.48 years. Male to female ratio was 1:1.6, with 78 (39.0%) men and 122 (61.0%) women. Mean duration of diabetes mellitus was 5.12 ± 2.23 years. Mean pre-treatment BCVA was 0.51 ± 0.05 and mean post-treatment BCVA at three months was 0.26 ± 0.22.
Conclusion:  Mean BCVA is increased after intravitreal injection of Bevacizumab in patients with diabetic macular edema.
Ocular Hypertension and Glaucoma after Traumatic Angle Recession: A Case Series
Authors: Rahman Asma , Qazi Hina Israr , Memon Abdul Sami , Mahar P S
Published: July 2023

Ocular hypertension and glaucoma can occur after blunt trauma to the eye. Careful gonioscopic examination of the anterior chamber angle will reveal angle recession with widened ciliary body.
We describe three cases of blunt trauma to the eye resulting in raised intraocular pressure (IOP)with and without damage to the optic disc. Two of these patients with high IOP were controlled medically while third patient required surgical intervention. The risk of high IOP after trauma can occur earlier or in the later part of the life. Patients with history of blunt injury to the eye should therefore be educated and counselled to get their eyes periodically examined for an early diagnosis of increased IOP
Awareness and Referral Attitudes of Diabetic Retinopathy among Surgeons at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Pakistan
Authors: Malik Muhammad Bilal , Chippa Shaukat Ali , Rashid Asma , Akram Sharmeen
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To assess the awareness of diabetic retinopathy (DR) in surgeons and compare their referral practices from different specialities at a tertiary care center.
Study Design:  Cross sectional survey.
Place and Duration of Study:  Department of Surgery, Agha Khan University Hospital, Karachi.
Methods:  A survey was created using Google Forms and the link to the survey was shared to 99 surgery faculty members on official university email addresses. We employed non-probability, convenience sampling technique and the total population of faculty under the Department of Surgery was sampled, including clinical fellows. Residents, research associates, and ophthalmology faculty were subsequently excluded. The survey contained questions in 4 categories; consent, relevant practices of DM, knowledge regarding DR and referral practices to an ophthalmologist. Scoring was based on a 5-point Likert scale with 5 being the most rigorous practice. Data was entered into SPSS v.23. Qualitative data was reported as frequencies with percentages, and quantitative data was reported as mean with standard deviation.
Results:  Out of 40 participants, 87.5% had excellent practices of diabetes mellitus and 77.5% had excellent knowledge of diabetic retinopathy. Referral practices to an ophthalmologist were graded fair in 75% and poor in 15% whereas, referral practices were fair or poor across all surgical specialties.
Conclusion:  Our study indicates a gap between knowledge and practices of surgeons regarding DM. Hence, there is a strong need to enhance awareness about timely referrals to an ophthalmologist to prevent complications of diabetes related blindness.
Orbital Vascular Malformations – Clinical Presentation and Management Strategies
Authors: Shoaib Khawaja Khalid , Mehmood Ahsan
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To describe clinical features and management of Orbital Vascular Malformations (OVM) presenting to a tertiary care hospital of Lahore.
Study Design:  Interventional case series.
Place and Duration of Study:  Mughal eye hospital and Lahore General Hospital, Lahore, from January 2018 to December 2021.
Methods:  A total of 26 patients with OVM were included in the study. All the patients underwent complete ocular examination. CT scan and digital subtraction angiography was performed for conformation and extent of the lesions. The patients were photographed after informed consent to publish the photos. Management of three cases (representing three modalities) has been described in detail.
Results:  Out of 26 patients, there were 16 males and 10 females. Mean age at presentation was 15 years (range 2 – 35 years). There were 14 cases with lymphatico-venous malformation (LVM) and 12 cases with arterio-venous malformation (AVM). One patient underwent surgical excision, second patient was managed with intralesional Bleomycin injection and in the third case, and intra-arterial embolization was performed by interventional radiologist. All three modalities proved successful in terms of function and cosmesis.
Conclusion:  Orbital vascular malformations are uncommon lesions. Resection, sclerosing agent injection and intra-arterial embolization are successful treatments.
Effect of Intravitreal Aflibercept on Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Evaluation of Risk Factors on Patient’s Response
Authors: Alkazraji Rasha Abdulelah Mustafa , Ali Samara M , Hussein Zaid Rajab
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To evaluate the effect of intravitreal Aflibercept injection on wet AMD both functionally and anatomically after loading doses. The secondary aim is to evaluate the effect of risk factors including (gender, age, smoking, hypertension, and diabetes meatus) on the patient’s response.
Study Design:  Interventional case series.
Place and Duration of Study:  Al-Haitham Eyes Teaching Hospital in Baghdad, Iraq, from November 2021 and September 2022.
Methods:  Fifty eyes of 47 patients with treatment naïve wet AMD were selected through convenient sampling. Data were collected for age, gender, smoking, and chronic disease. Clinical examination, best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), optical coherence tomography angiography, and spectral domain optical coherence tomography SD-OCT were performed at baseline and then at 16 weeks, after three one-monthly injections of Aflibercept 2 mg/ 0.05 ml intravitreally.
Results:  Mean age was 68.23 ± 8.5 years. Mean difference in BCVA was 0.37 ± 0.03 (P = 0.000) and mean difference in central macular thickness was 105.72 ± 45.05 (P value < .0000) at 16 weeks. CNV was associated with intra-retinal fluid in 52% of cases, subretinal fluid in 72%, pigment epithelial detachment in 20%, intraretinal hemorrhage in 6% and subretinal hemorrhage in 4%. Studying associations between the responses of Aflibercept with the general features of the patients as age, gender, chronic diseases and smoking status, revealed no statistically significant difference.
Conclusion:  This study demonstrates that aflibercept is effective for the treatment of patients with wet AMD both functionally and anatomically after the loading doses. The presence of intraretinal fluid at presentation had a negative effect on the vision.
Effect of Screen Time on Eye Dryness
Authors: Waseem Madiha , Hussain Mehvash , Mengal Mahtab
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To determine the relationship between screen time and dry eye: A hospital based study.
Study Design:  Cross sectional, observational.
Place and Duration of Study:  Helper’s eye hospital, Quetta from June 2020 to August 2021.
Methods:  There were 62 subjects, age 13 – 71 years, either gender with dry eye symptoms, normal anterior and posterior segment and daily use of screen devices such as mobile and laptop. Tear film break-up time was performed in all the patients to confirm dry eye using fluorescein strip. Screen time per day was graded as mild (< 2 hours), moderate (2 – 6 hours) and marked (> 6 hours). Chi square test was performed for data analysis on SPSS version 23 and P≤0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results:  Mean age of the patients was 44.34 ± 16.43. There were 66.1% females and 33.9% males. The commonest symptom was itching (35.5%). Tear film break up time test was positive in 37 (59.7%). Out of 18 patients with mild screen time, 10 (55.5 %) subjects had dry eye. Out of the 23 subjects with moderate screen time, 17 (73.9%) had dry eye while out of 21 subjects with severe screen time, 10 (47.6%) had dry eye. The results of our study were not statistically significant with p value 0.189.
Conclusion:  There is no association between increased screen time and the dry eye. However, care must be taken to prevent the discomfort arising from excessive screen time.
Assessment of Visual Acuity by Using Blue and Yellow Light Filters in Amblyopic Eye
Authors: Majeed Anam , Yousaf Fazilat , Sharif Hafsa , Dilbar Iqra , Iqbal Fatima
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To assess and compare the effect of blue and yellow filters on visual acuity in amblyopes.
Design of Study:  Comparative cross-sectional study.
Place and Duration of Study:  Ophthalmology Department of Madinah Teaching Hospital, Faisalabad from November 2018 to May 2019.
Methods:  Participants (n꞊30) of age 7 to 28 years were studied. All types of amblyopia were included and subjects with systemic or ocular diseases were excluded. After history taking, ophthalmoscopy, visual acuity was measured with and without pinhole in the amblyopic eye. Visual acuity was also recorded by using blue and yellow filter with and without pinhole by placing in front of amblyopic eyes to assess the difference in visual acuity with filters and with pinhole. Comparative analysis of changes in visual acuity in amblyopic eye with and without blue filter, with and without yellow filters and with blue and yellow filters were performed by Paired sample T-test for qualitative variable (visual acuity) by using SPSS 20.
Results:  Visual acuity in amblyopic eye without filter (mean꞊0.52 ± .28) was lower than with blue (mean 0.31 ± .26) and yellow filters (mean 0.46 ± .30) and visual acuity with blue filter was higher than with yellow filter with the incorporation of Pinhole (P.H). The probability value of blue filters was (P = 0.00) and with yellow filters (P = 0.001) at the level of 5% of confidence interval. Participants feel more clarity, sharpness with blue filters but more comfort with yellow filters.
Conclusion:  Visual acuity of amblyopes was significantly improved with blue filters as compared to yellow filter.
Bibliometric Perspective on Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: The Top 100 Most Citated Manuscripts
Authors: Boz Ali Altan Ertan , Kocamis Sucattin Ilker
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To investigate 100 most cited manuscripts according to a bibliometric perspective via the Visualization of Similarities (VOS) viewer to learn about the trends of CSC in the past 20 years.
Study Design:  Bibliometric analysis.
Place and Duration of Study:  Sakarya University Training and Research Hospital, Turkey.
Methods:  The bibliometric database of the Web of Knowledge was used and keywords ‘central serous chorioretinopathy’ and ‘serous choroidopathy’ and ‘CSCR’ were entered into the search area. The retrieved manuscripts were arranged according to the number of total citations since publication to identify the 100 most-cited manuscripts. They were investigated for the total number of citations, type and name of the journal, year of publication, names of the first authors, country of origin, type of study, and main topic. The Visualization of Similarities (VOS) viewer was used to establish and visualize the bibliometric networks in this study.
Results:  The search retrieved 2069. Majority of the 100 most-cited manuscripts were published in the leading ophthalmology journals (96%). They were written by 477 authors. Spaide RF, Yannuzzi LA, and Eandi CM were the top three authors. The most frequently publishing country was USA (27%) and the most productive institutions were identified in USA and Holland. The most common topics were imaging (41%), such as optical coherence tomography (21%) and optical coherence tomography angiography (2%). Eleven of the 100 most-cited manuscripts were published in 2015.
Conclusion:  Bibliometric analysis showed that CSC is an important topic and the most cited manuscripts are published in leading ophthalmology journals.
Sedation Quality of Low – Dose Ketamine Combined with Dexmedetomidine versus Propofol in Phacoemulsification under Local Anesthesia: A Triple-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Nazemroaya Behzad , Koosha Nima , Moradi Farsani Darioush , Khosropour Ali
Published: July 2023

Purpose:  To compare the hemodynamic effects of low-dose ketamine combined with dexmedetomidine versus propofol in phacoemulsification under local anesthesia.
Place and Duration of Study:  School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences during 2020-2021.
Methods:  Sixty patients admitted for cataract surgery were included. Those with history of systemic diseases, insufficient pupil dilation, sensitivity to drugs and uncooperative patients were excluded. Participants were randomly allocated to two groups; group which was administered ketamine with dexmedetomidine (Ketodex) and group which was given ketamine with propofol (Ketofel). Effect on blood pressure, pulse and sedation was recorded.
Results:  Mean age was 65 ± 9.9 years. Sixty-five were females. Ketodex increased the risk of hemodynamic disorders compared to Ketofel (P = 0.04). The risk of nausea and vomiting was higher in the Ketodex group although not significant. The effect of drug course on heart rate, blood pressure and sedation was significant in both groups (P < 0.05). Neither at baseline, nor in the 1st and 5th minutes of surgery, was the mean arterial pressure (MAP) was significantly different between the two groups. From 10th minute of surgery until the end of surgery and from the beginning of recovery until the 30th minute of recovery, the MAP and pulse rate were higher in Ketofol group. Sedation effect during surgery was higher in the Ketodex group compared to the Ketofol group, and the difference was statistically significant at minutes 10, 20 and 30 of surgery.
Conclusion:  There is higher effect of sedation and fewer side effects of ketamine-dexmedetomidine combination compared to the ketamine-propofol combination.
Glaucoma in Saudi Arabia: A Challenging Public Health Concern – A Narrative Review
Authors: Alluwimi Muhammed S.
Published: July 2023

The aim of this narrative review is to investigate and summarize studies conducted for prevalence of glaucoma in Saudi Arabia. Search criteria were; published studies after theyear of 2000 and included Saudi population. Any studies that focused on subtypes of glaucoma and their relations with other ocular conditions were excluded. There were three studies that estimated the prevalence of glaucoma in Saudi Arabia. The prevalence reported in these studies ranged from 5.4% to 5.8%. However, these studies were conducted in specific regions and did not represent the national prevalence of glaucoma in Saudi Arabia. It was concludedthat there is a high demand for accurate estimate for the national prevalence of glaucoma in Saudi Arabia. Accurate estimate of prevalence and epidemiology of glaucoma leads to constrain the challenges of glaucoma as a public health concern in Saudi Arabia.
Post-enucleation Functional Vision Assessment in Retinoblastoma Survivors. A neglected aspect in management plan!
Authors: Chaudhary Shabana
Published: July 2023

Little is known about the impact of treatment in retinoblastoma (RB) survivors in terms of disabilities which may cause hindrance in taking part in daily life activities. van Dijk et al reported that 55% of the RB survivors perceive RB-related restrictions in their routine life activities related to their school, professional career, mobility, or self-care, etc.1 Weintraub and colleagues also found a negative correlations between motor functions and children's quality of life (QOL) who survived RB treatmentand have monocular vision.2
Increasing the Growth of Coelogyne rochussenii Orchid Plantlets by administering various concentrations of KH2PO4 and Pyridoxine
Authors: Nurhabibah Nurhabibah , Marlina Gusti , Nopsagiarti Tri
Published: July 2023

Coelogyne is a native Indonesian orchid with relatively large flower sizes and attractive colors. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of giving concentrations of Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate (KH2PO4) and Pyridoxine in Murashige And Skoog media on the growth of the Coelogyne Rochussenii De Vriese orchid subculture. The research was conducted at the UPT Tissue Culture Laboratory of Seeds of Food Crops, Horticulture, and Plantation, Riau Province, Jalan Kaharudin Nasution, Kelurahan Simpang Tiga, Kecamatan Bukit Raya, Kota Pekanbaru. The research was conducted for four months, from September to December 2022. The design used in this study was a factorial complete randomized design (CRD) consisting of 2 treatment levels, KH2PO4 and Pyridoxine, with three replications, KH2PO4:160 mgl, 170 mg/l), 180 mg/l), 190 mg/l, and Pyridoxine: 0 ppm 0.0 5 ppm,  0.10 ppm, 0.15 ppm. The results of the study by administering various concentrations of Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate (KH2PO4) and Pyridoxine did not significantly affect all parameters observed in Murashige and Skoog media on the growth of the Coelogyne Rochussenii De Vriese orchid subculture.
KEANEKARAGAMAN TUMBUHAN LIAR YANG BERPOTENSI SEBAGAI TANAMAN OBAT PADA SUKU TAMIANG DI DESA TANGSI LAMA KECAMATAN SERUWAY
Authors: Muhammad  , Cut Hadisti Arhafna  , Dwi Adrisa Zuhra  , Ekariana S Pandia
Published: July 2023

Desa Tangsi Lama Kecamatan Seruway Kabupaten Aceh Tamiang merupakan desa yang masih memiliki budaya yang kuat sehingga tumbuhan liar yang dijadikan tanaman obat secara turun temurun masih digunakan sampai sekarang. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apa saja jenis, cara pengolahan dan pemanfaatan tumbuhan obat di Desa Tangsi Lama. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada bulan Maret – April 2022. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei eksploratif melalui wawancara dan observasi langsung pada saat survei dilakukan. Teknik wawancara semi struktural sesuai dengan daftar pertanyaan yang telah dibuat antara lain: identitas nara sumber, nama lokal tumbuhan, bagian tumbuhan yang digunakan, kegunaannya, cara pemanfaatannya, dalam penelitian ini 20 jenis tumbuhan didapatkan. tumbuhan liar yang dimanfaatkan sebagai tanaman obat bagi masyarakat setempat. Pemanfaatan bagian tanaman yang digunakan sebagai tanaman obat adalah pada daun (85%), buah (10%), dan juga pada pucuk (5%).

Kata kunci : Tumbuhan liar, tanaman obat, turun-temurun
IDENTIFIKASI SENYAWA FLAVONOID PADA FRAKSI N-BUTANOL BUNGA BUGENVIL UNGU (Bougenvillea spectabilis) DENGAN SPEKTROFOTOMETER UV-VIS
Authors: Yulianis Yulianis , Maysenta Sangra , Aliyah Siti Hamidatul
Published: July 2023

Bougainvillea purple flowers (bougenvillea spectabilis) is a plant that contains secondary metabolites one of them flavonoids. This study aims to identify the type of flavonoids in the purple bougenville blend n-butanol. The identification of the bougainvillea n-butanol fraction was performed by separation method using preparative TLC by using eluent nbutanol: acetic acid: water (4: 1: 5) in 3 stains with Rf 0.2, Rf 0.3, and Rf 0, 6 in a shear reagent at Rf 0.2 in flavonoid guessing using UV-Vis spectrophotometry, based on analysis using UV-Vis spectrophotometer has absorption at wavelength 372 band 1 and 276 band 2 then flavonoid flavonoids are expected. The results of this study showed that the fraction of purple bougainvillea flowers contain flavonoid flavonoids. Conclusion From this study Based on thin layer chromatography and UV-Vis spectrum analysis with shear compound reagents in bougainvillea flower is thought to contain flavonoid flavonoids.

 

 Keywords: purple bougainvillea; bougenvillea spectabilis; flavonoid; flavonol.
Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Effects of Aqueous and Methanol Leaf Extracts of Chrysophyllum Albidum in Male Wistar Rats with Acetic Acid Induced Inflammation and Pain
Authors: Afen Eneji Emmanuel , Amalachukwu Mbachu Nancy , Chioma Ugwu-Ejezie Sandra , Ebele Ejezie Fidelis
Published: July 2023

Chrysophyllum albidum (African star apple) fruits and fresh leaves have been used as food widely. The mature leaves, bark, seeds and roots are used as folk medicine for the treatment and management of various ailments, hence the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of Chrysophyllum albidumon inflammation and pain were investigated. Thirty five male wistar rats weighing 150.41±13.27g were randomly placed in seven (I-VII) groups. Group I (normal control), group II (diclofenac), group III(positive control), groups IV and V received 200mg and 400mg/Kg bodyweight of methanolic extract; groups VI and VII received 200mg and 400mg/Kg bodyweight of aqueous extract, respectively. 0.1ml of 2.5% of acetic acid was injected into the hind paw of rats to induce inflammation and pain, and then treated for 14 days. Severity of pain was quantified using Likert scale. Standard biochemical and phytochemical parameters were determined. Statistical differences in the mean between groups was compared using one way analysis of variance at p<0.05. The extract had inhibition of edema at 92%, 95% and 92%, 93% at doses of 200mg/kg, 400mg/kg bodyweights of methanolic and aqueous extracts, respectively. The yield from quantitative analysis ranged from Cardiac glycosides>Saponins>flavonoids>alkaloids>phenols; 42.6% vs. 38.1% for methanolic vs. aqueous extracts, respectively. Animals treated with both extracts had significant increase in weights and white blood cells compared to the standard and normal control group (p<0.05). These suggest that the extract had ameliorative, preventive and curative potency on inflammation which may be attributed to the presence of glycosides, saponins and other phytoconstituents.
Real-Time Images and Deep Learning to Identify Alzheimer's Disease in a Web Application
Authors: Surendar V , Sriram E. , Karunakaran K. , Sudharshan S. , Yuvaraja M.
Published: July 2023

Alzheimer's is a neurological condition that affects millions of individuals throughout the world. Early detection is critical for optimal treatment and management of this condition. This research presents a classification model that uses Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) to reliably identify the Alzheimer's disease using brain MRI scans. A publicly available dataset of brain MRI images divided into four categories: mild dementia, moderate dementia, non-dementia, and very mild dementia, has been utilized. When compared to the other classes, the number of samples for 'ModerateDemented' was found to be significantly lower, showing class imbalance. To solve this, the study oversamples the data by Synthetic Minority Over-sampling Technique (SMOTE) and generates extra samples. The proposed method augments the data utilizing the TensorFlow ImageDataGenerator. The study uses a CNN model with several sorts of normalization blocks. The suggested model achieved an accuracy of 95.2%, for the test set outperforming prior state-of-the-art techniques.
Video Surveillance System and Violence Detection
Authors: Praveen Kumar K  , S Shahina , K P Mrudula , Harish Mohamed , T P Anu
Published: July 2023

The Video Surveillance System is an enhanced version of modern CCTV surveillance. The system is trained using Yolo algorithm to detect the weapons and also is trained using Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) to detect Violence in public places. The system not only detects but also it sends notification to the central control of the system like Police Stations and the police will be able to take necessary actions. The users can also send complaints and use the android application in case of emergency to alert the police if the user is in danger situations. The police will be able to take quick actions using the locations available with the complaint or emergency. By combining CCTV surveillance and weapon detection the system can act as a Central Surveillance System. The system will not record the full video instead take the snapshot of the detected weapons or violence and send it to the admin saving the memory.
Intelligent Blind-User Navigational Device Utilizing Image Processing
Authors: Manikandan J , S Aparna , R Swathi , S N Sneha
Published: July 2023

There are many thousands of blind people in the world who frequently require support. Since the white cane has long been known as an essential component of blind people's navigation, efforts have been made to enhance it by adding new sensors. Blind people are relatively comfortable inside their homes because they can pinpoint where things are, but in the outside world, as the objects are in motion, they face difficulties in locating the objects without an assistance. The research put forth strives to develop a sound navigation and range system for blind people. A real-time obstacle identification has been accomplished using ultrasonic sensors. In order to create a safe path for navigation to a destination, image processing in real-time is used for providing the blind person's perception of the size and distance of the obstacle utilizing raspberry pi for object detection. The suggested method makes use of a camera for recording the video sequence of surroundings, which it subsequently processes using a vocal input from a person who is visually impaired. It takes the location data while taking the (GPS) module for outdoor use. The location detail gathered is transported to the cloud.
CONCEPT OF AN AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR THE PREVENTION OF ACUTE RESPIRATORY DISEASE COVID 19 AND OTHER RESPIRATORY DISEASES AT THE ENTERPRISE
Authors: Bochkovskyi А. P. , Sapozhnikova N. Yu.
Published: July 2023

Purpose: To develop the concept of an automated system for the prevention of acute respiratory disease Covid 19 and other respiratory diseases at the enterprise. Methodology: Analysis of legal documents and scientific and technical literature - for update the scientific problem and formulate the research task; the system analysis methods - for build the overall structure of the system and establish relationships between all its elements; simulation modeling methods - for the development of algorithms for the functioning and interaction of sensors and executing devices of the corresponding subsystem; the decision theory methods and data mining - for the development of training programs and testing the knowledge of employees in matters of epidemic safety. Conclusions. It has been developed the concept of an automated system for the prevention of acute respiratory disease Сovid 19 and other respiratory diseases. The system, due to the connection of functionally independent elements according to the certain scheme, allows minimizing the risk of infection of employees with the relevant viruses. It also becomes possible increasing their protection against the occurrence of infectious diseases that are transmitted by airborne droplets, through the contact of a healthy person's body with contaminated surfaces. This is ensured as a result of the implementation anti-epidemic measures set, as well as the provision and constant support of the quarantine regime at the enterprise in accordance with WHO recommendations. Research limitations: The number of system elements may vary (increase/decrease) depending on the number of workplaces, as well as areas requiring control. Value: The introduction of the proposed system makes it possible to increase the level of economic stability of the enterprise in a difficult epidemiological situation by introducing a full range of anti-epidemiological measures at the enterprise and ensuring that employees constantly comply with the quarantine regime established at the enterprise. Originality: For the first time, the concept of the automated system for the prevention of acute respiratory disease Covid 19 and other respiratory diseases was developed and proposed for use in enterprises. This system, unlike others, makes it possible to ensure that employees comply with the established quarantine regime by constantly managing the modes of sanitary and epidemiological access control to the enterprise, disinfection of surfaces, ventilation and air disinfection, etc.
STUDY OF THE RESOURCE POTENTIAL OF HOUSEHOLD WASTE IN POLTAVA REGION
Authors: Illiash Oksana , Holik Yurii
Published: July 2023

The paper presents the results of research into the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of household waste generated in the territories of communities of the Poltava cluster, and a forecast assessment of the potential volumes of their generation in the coming years is made. On the basis of the collected data, a preliminary assessment of the general resource potential of household waste and the predicted volumes of the formation of individual resource-valuable components: plastic, paper and cardboard, glass, metals, organic waste was carried out.

The study of the composition and volumes of household waste generation for the Poltava region was carried out within the framework of the development of the project "Regional waste management plan in the Poltava region until 2030" with the aim of choosing the option of creating zones of optimal coverage by the household waste management system (creating clusters) and selecting scenarios within these clusters regarding various methods of collection (including separate) and processing of household waste. The total population of the Poltava cluster is about 596,000 people.

During the research of the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of household waste generated in the territories of communities of the Poltava cluster, the potential volumes of household waste that can be collected in the future (potentially by 2024–2025) in the territories of 24 communities, that is, in the territory of the entire cluster.

The obtained research results are the basis for making decisions and carrying out a technical and economic justification of the feasibility of building infrastructure facilities for the processing/recovery of household waste on the territory of the Poltava cluster with further use of their resource and energy potential.