bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Susceptibility of human microbes to the peel extracts of three species of peanuts and their preservative characteristics on some highly perishable fruits and vegetables
Authors: Aboagye George , Enninfu Sandra K , Aborgah Diana A. , Asobayire Elodie A. , Dadzie Rebecca K. Steele -
Published: February 2025

Background: Peanuts are crucial leguminous crops with global recognition in agricultural, dietary, and medicinal importance. The continuous attention drawn to antimicrobial resistance, and post-harvest losses raises research interests to explore natural alternatives to combat antimicrobial resistance and promote preservation of foods for longer shelf life. For these reasons, we evaluated the antimicrobial and preservative characteristics of three varieties of peanut peel extracts (PPEs).

Methods: 0.5 grams of the PPEs were each soaked in 50 ml of sterile distilled water for 24, 48 and 72 hours. Five concentrations (0.8, 0.85, 0.9, 0.95 and 1%) of the extracts were reacted with E. coli, S. aureus, S. typhi and K. pneumoniae, by ascertaining the zones of inhibition, minimum inhibitory and minimum bactericidal concentrations. Also fruits (orange, banana, grape and apple) and vegetables (scotch bonnet pepper, tomato, onion and carrot) were subjected to the extracts for seven days for shelf-life assessment.

Results: The Spanish variety, at the concentration of 1%, inhibited K. pneumoniae with a zone of 0.33±0.06 cm, followed by S. typhi (0.27±0.08 cm), S. aureus (0.15±0.17 cm), and E. coli (0.08±0.06 cm). The 0.8% showed no inhibition of E. coli and S. typhi. The Valencia variety showed the highest inhibition for K. pneumoniae at 1% (0.52±0.06 cm). Interestingly, its 0.8% concentration recorded a zone of 0.25±0.09 cm against E. coli. Moreover, the Virginia variety inhibited K. pneumoniae at 1% (0.53±0.08 cm) and against S. aureus at 0.95% (0.33±0.03 cm), while S. typhi was modestly inhibited at 0.95% (0.53±0.03 cm). There was no significant difference between the concentrations i.e. p>0.05 Furthermore, apple and onion were the most preserved and banana, the least preserved by the Spanish variety. This trend was observed in all the varieties and concentrations, with no significant difference between them (p>0.05).

Conclusion: The three PPEs exhibited both antimicrobial and preservative characteristics at varying degrees of efficacy especially with the 72 hours soak duration and can therefore be employed against microbial resistance, and as natural preservatives for fruits and vegetables.
Fighting two fronts: lupus and invasive aspergillosis
Authors: Luthra Varsha , Chaudhary Tarun , Gupta Monica
Published: February 2025

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect any organ in body. Kidneys can be involved in 50% of SLE patients. Due to widespread use of steroids and immunosuppressants in SLE, patients are predisposed to infections which is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in SLE.
Lost in Translation: Teenagers’ Understanding of Common Medical Jargon
Authors: Rajagopal Aarabhi S. , Hendrickson Marissa A. , Pitt Michael B. , Kelly Michelle M. , Lunos Scott , Marmet Sage , Norling Brett , Suk Madeline , Allen Katherine A. , Hause Emily , Linneman Zachary M. , Maravelas Rheanne , Quade Alexis , Marmet Jordan
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

In health care conversations, clinicians continue to use medical jargon despite assuming they are communicating clearly, causing confusion for patients. Prior studies have evaluated adults’ perception of medical jargon, but few studies have evaluated how teenagers perceive it.

OBJECTIVES

To characterize teenagers’ comprehension of common phrases used in medical settings via a cross-sectional, survey-based investigation.

METHODS

A total of 71 teenagers aged between 13 and 17 years were recruited at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair to participate in an anonymous survey assessing their understanding of common phrases a doctor might say or write. Responses were coded as correct, partially correct, or incorrect by 2 independent researchers, with a third reconciling discrepancies. Secondary analyses evaluated the associations between participant demographics and understanding.

RESULTS

Teenagers demonstrated a poor understanding of many phrases evaluated. While 97% knew that “negative cancer screening” results meant they did not have cancer, fewer (69%) understood that “the tumor is progressing” was unwelcome news. More teenagers understood “your blood test shows me you do not have an infection in your blood” (89%) vs “your blood culture was negative” (52%). Only 10% understood that “bugs in the urine” conveyed a urinary tract infection, with 37% expressing a literal interpretation. None knew what was meant by an “occult infection” nor by “febrile,” with 13% believing that it was related to fertility or sexual activity.

CONCLUSIONS

Teenagers frequently misunderstood common phrases used within a medical context, with interpretations, at times, representing the opposite of what a health care provider intended.
Avascular necrosis in patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD): a case series report
Authors: Nieporęcki Krzysztof Marek , Podlecka-Piętowska Aleksandra , Nojszewska Monika , Słowiński Radosław , Zakrzewska-Pniewska Beata Zuzanna
Published: February 2025

Avascular necrosis is a disorder that often progresses to joint destruction and physical disability within a few months to a few years. Its aetiopathogenesis is related to bone and marrow ischaemia. The main risk factors include mechanical trauma, chronic use of glucocorticoids, alcohol abuse, coagulopathies, and autoimmune diseases. In the authors’ opinion, patients diagnosed with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder may be particularly at risk of developing avascular necrosis due to the pathomechanism and treatment modalities of this disease. Currently, there is a lack of accurate epidemiological studies on the coexistence of these two conditions. The present study, describing three patients, serves as the foundation for future, extensive research.
How do the divestment trends correlate with the green transformation of oil and gas companies?
Authors: Bartalos Éva , Sárvári Balázs
Published: February 2025

The green transformation of oil and gas companies is necessary to tackle climate change. Most of the green transformation related activities have been launched since the Paris Agreement was ratified. The main purpose of this article is to highlight how oil and gas companies handle the pressure of shifting their fossil fuel-based portfolio by analyzing their divestment trends. In our sample, six large, medium, and small oil and gas companies – Shell Royal Dutch (UK-based), British Petroleum (UK-based), OMV (Austrian), PKN Orlen (Polish), Neste (Finnish) and Orsted (Danish) – are assessed regarding the maturity of their green transition via the lens of their divestment figures between 2017 and 2022. The biggest leaps in green transition have been taken by small companies with the support of their governments. The majority of the divested portfolios were purchased by companies outside of the European Union (EU). This research offers a significant contribution to the literature on green energy transition, focusing on the divestments trends of oil and gas companies.
Epidurolysis – egy régi-új eljárás
Authors: Kiss Anett , Udvarhelyi Anna , Zátroch István , Kopitkó Csaba
Published: February 2025

Epiduralis adhaesiók kialakulásához vezethetnek a gerinccsatorna körüli
gyulladások, a discusdegeneratiók (a discus sérülése következtében az epiduralis
térbe kerülő nucleus pulposus), illetve a gerincműtétek utáni hegesedés. Az
adhaesiók következtében a letapadt, mozgásban akadályozott gyökök, illetve a
gazdagon innervált ligamentum longitudinale posterius és a dura mater egymáson
való „csúszása” gátolt. Ezeknél a betegeknél krónikus gyöki, illetve deréktáji
fájdalom alakul ki. A konzervatív kezelés lehetőségei igen sokszor limitáltak, a
betegek életminőségét az erős fájdalom és a neurológiai deficit korlátozza.
Célunk egy költséghatékony, hosszú távon megoldást jelentő, minimálinvazív
terápiás lehetőség hazai ismertetése az állami kórházakban a fentebb említett
kórállapotok kezelésére. Közleményünkben a régi-új terápiás lehetőséget, az
epidurolysist mutatjuk be, mely hatékonyan alkalmazható többek között az
epiduralis adhaesiók kezelésében. A 71 éves nőbeteg 2019-ben
LIV–V-flavotomián és discectomián esett át, ezt követően azonban a
bal alsó végtagba sugárzó kínzó fájdalma megmaradt. A későbbi lumbalisgerinc-MR-
és a fizikális vizsgálat alapján felmerült a korábbi műtéti terület környékén
hegesedés, ezért lumbalis epidurolysist végeztünk az 1 napos protokoll szerint.
A beteg a beavatkozást követően azonnal, illetve a 6 hetes kontrollon is
jelentős fájdalomcsökkenésről számolt be, fájdalomcsillapítót nem kellett
szednie. Az epidurolysis indokoltsága postlaminectomiás szindrómában I. szintű,
porckorongsérvben és canalis spinalis stenosisban radicularis fájdalom együttes
fennállásával vagy a nélkül fellépő gerincfájdalmak kezelésekor II. szintű
evidencia. Az epidurolysis avatott kézben jó hatásfokú, biztonságos és
költséghatékony eljárás, különösen akkor, ha társadalmi hatásait is figyelembe
vesszük. Orv Hetil. 2025; 166(6): 234–240.
El derecho-deber de vigilancia del obispo diocesano sobre las asociaciones laicales con personalidad jurídica canónica privada
Authors: Assimakópulos Anastasía
Published: February 2025

El obispo diocesano es un oficio fundamental de la organización eclesiástica. Le compete el cuidado pastoral de una porción del pueblo de Dios y su jurisdicción abarca distintos ámbitos. En este artículo se analizan algunos aspectos de la potestad del obispo diocesano respecto de una asociación laical con personalidad jurídica privada canónica, en particular su derecho-deber de vigilancia. En el ejercicio de su poder respecto de tales instituciones, el prelado debe conjugar la legítima independencia de las asociaciones con la unidad de la iglesia particular. La mencionada vigilancia es más que controlar que la entidad esté en orden: se trata de una acción pastoral por la que el obispo diocesano vela con amor sobre las entidades para que en ellas se desarrolle la vida cristiana.
Partial-body Models of Radiation Exposure
Authors: Sproull M. , Camphausen K.
Published: February 2025

The events of 9/11 sparked a revitalization of civil defense in the U.S. for emergency planning and preparedness for future radiological or nuclear event scenarios and specifically for mass casualty medical management of radiation exposure and injury. Research in medical countermeasure development in the form of novel pharmaceuticals to treat radiation injury and new radiation biodosimetry diagnostics, primarily focused on development of research models of uniform total-body irradiation (TBI). With the success of those models, it was recognized that most radiation exposures in the field will involve non-uniform heterogeneous irradiations and many partial-body or organ-specific irradiation models have been utilized. This review examines partial-body models of irradiations developed in the last decade for heterogeneous radiation exposures and organ-specific radiation exposure patterns. These research models have been used to further our understanding of radiation injury, novel medical countermeasures and biodosimetry diagnostics in development for future radiological and nuclear event scenarios.
Application of biocementation to improve a well-graded granular material against cyclic loading
Authors: Fu Tianzheng , Haigh Stuart Kenneth , Cao Benyi
Published: February 2025

Well-graded granular materials are extensively used in the foundation layers of roads and railways. Excessive deformation developed in these layers under traffic-induced cyclic loading represents a major contributor to structural deterioration, while no viable methods are currently available for rehabilitating these layers without causing substantial disruption. In this context, biocementation holds promise as a non-disruptive solution, yet dedicated investigations have been lacking. This study, through a series of multi-stage cyclic triaxial tests, explores the feasibility and effectiveness of biocementation in improving the deformation and shakedown behaviour of a well-graded aggregate representative of typical granular materials used in road and railway foundations. The results show that both uncemented and biocemented aggregates exhibit distinct stable and unstable responses with increasing cyclic stress. Biocementation effectively enhances deformation resistance and elevates the shakedown limit in the stable regime, while it aggravates brittleness in the unstable regime. Further interpretation using the normalised stress ratio (NSR) reveals the existence of a unique critical NSR zone that separates stable and unstable regimes, independent of both cementation level and confining pressure. Microstructural characterisation elucidates multiple precipitation patterns. A cementation mechanism where small aggregate particles and CaCO3 crystals merge to form cementing bonds between large particles is postulated.
Production of ultra-high performance concrete using recycled tire steel fiber: mechanical properties and life cycle assessment
Authors: Wang Yanzhi , Qiao Pizhong , Sun Jing , Li Hao , Chen An
Published: February 2025

There is a lack of reliable carbon emission factors for recycled steel fiber (RSF) and quantitative studies assessing the carbon emissions of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) made with RSF (RSF-UHPC). Combined with experimental research and life cycle evaluation methods, the effects of fiber key parameters, strength, process and material components on mechanical properties and carbon emission of UHPC are studied. The results indicate that RSF-UHPC exhibits better flowability and comparable compressive strength and tensile strength to UHPC made with industrial steel fiber (ISF-UHPC) with the same fiber dosage. This is attributed to the short fibers reducing the loss of flowability and the long fibers help halt or slow the propagation of microcracks in RSF-UHPC. UHPC with 2% RSF is more environmentally friendly, with carbon emissions of 929.64 kg CO2e/m3 and a carbon emission intensity of 8.03 kg CO2e/(m3·MPa), which are 23.91% and 18.1% lower, respectively, than those of ISF-UHPC (2%). Based on the life cycle assessment, the carbon emission factor of RSF is determined to be 0.587 kg CO2e/kg. Furthermore, the carbon emissions during the raw material acquisition stage are the primary contributors to the total carbon emissions of UHPC, with cement and fibers being the main factors.
Support, supervision, and job satisfaction: Promising directions for preventing burnout in South African community service occupational therapists
Authors: Struwig Nadia , Van Stormbroek Kirsty
Published: February 2025

Background:
Community service occupational therapists may be especially vulnerable to experiencing burnout. This study sought to determine the levels of burnout experienced by this population and to investigate the relationship between reported burnout and various contextual, personal, and demographic factors.
Methods:
A quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional survey design was used. The online questionnaire included contextual information of the participants and the Maslach Burnout Inventory. Data were analysed using Statistica 13.5. The effect of contextual, personal and demographic variables on burnout was tested using Kruskal-Wallis tests.
Results:
All community service occupational therapists were invited to participate in the study. A response rate of 31.92% was achieved (n=75). High levels of emotional exhaustion were reported by 55% (n=41) of participants. ‘Strong’ and ‘adequate’ support systems were associated to a greater sense of personal accomplishment (p=0.02) and ‘minimal’ social support was associated to increased emotional exhaustion (p=0.01). Dissatisfaction with supervision was associated to increased emotional exhaustion (p=0.017). Job satisfaction was associated to a greater sense of personal accomplishment (p=0.0002). Job dissatisfaction was associated to depersonalisation (p=0.047) and emotional exhaustion (p=0.006).
Conclusion:
Support systems, supervision and job satisfaction showed significant association to burnout. Interventions to address these factors, and research that further investigates the impact of contextual factors on burnout is recommended. This is imperative if South African occupational therapy is to take seriously its responsibility to the therapists responsible for taking services to populations with the greatest health needs.
Implications for practice 
Opportunities for occupational therapists to develop professional resilience to prevent burnout should be offered across the lifelong learning continuum.
• Strengthening supervision capacity and implementing mentoring and supervision strategies that provide mutual reward for both parties are needed.
• The responsibility for promoting the vitality and job satisfaction of COSTs should be taken seriously by the Department of Health as CSOTs continue the vital work of taking rehabilitation to South Africa’s populations with the greatest health needs.
Higher Education in Iraqi Kurdistan: Rethinking Psychological Principles in Student-Centred Learning Approach
Authors: RAUF HOZAN LATIF , AHMED ZHWAN NAMIQ , SHAREEF SARDAR S
Published: February 2025

The student-centred approach has become more popular in recent years. The learners' responsibility for learning involves them directly in the learning process and promotes social behaviours, including collaboration, meaningful communication, freedom of choice, and teamwork. Students should develop their knowledge through dialogue, critical thinking, and problem-solving. However, due to various circumstances, teachers may struggle to overcome obstacles while utilizing the student-centred approach in educational settings. This struggle is particularly evident in developing nations like the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Despite the regional ministry of higher education implementing rules requiring new instructors to take pedagogical courses before beginning their teaching careers, teachers in KRI cannot hide that it is difficult to grasp all the concepts. This research sheds light on the struggles and opportunities of student-centred learning in KRI. The findings demonstrate that although there is a lack of psychological concepts, instructors attempt to incorporate what they have learned in their pedagogy courses. However, there is no information in the educational curriculum concerning the psychological principles required for student-centred learning. This study suggests that decision-makers investigate this problem and incorporate these ideas into subsequent instructional courses.
Crossing the border: Gendered experiences of immigrant children in South African schools
Authors: Sibanda Temba , Lekhetho Mapheleba
Published: February 2025

The study examines how the family, peers, and sociocultural environment at school in primary schools in South Africa perpetuated divergent gendered experiences among immigrant learners. A qualitative narrative inquiry was used during the study. Snowball sampling was used to select the participants for the study. The study drew on a narrative account of 27 participants, 18 immigrant children (9 girls and 9 boys) and nine teachers (6 women and 3 men) from three primary schools in the Johannesburg East District. Semi-structured in-depth interviews and observations were used as instruments to collect data from the participants. Collected data from the semi-structured, in-depth interviews and observations was analysed using thematic content analysis and was presented by using illustrative quotes. The study revealed that the school is a highly gendered place and serves to propagate gendered experiences among immigrant children in school between girls and boys. The findings of the study have significant implications for stake holders at all levels in education. It is recommended that school principals should ensure that teachers and administrators are familiar with both the Department of Basic Education (DBE) and the school’s policies and regulations that address gender, sexual harassment, immigration issues, school violence, and bullying. Improved perception of immigrant children and gender quality in schools will contribute to a positive school environment which may lead to increased positive wellbeing and academic performance to all learners regardless of gender and country of origin.
Az emberi erőforrás tanácsadó mesterszakos hallgatók szakmai gyakorlatának vizsgálata a „Gödöllői iskolában”
Authors: Kenderfi Miklós Máté
Published: February 2025

Az emberi erőforrás tanácsadó mesterszak követelményei között mindösszesen 170 óra szakmai gyakorlat szerepel. Az empirikus munkánk során arra vállalkozunk, hogy megvizsgáljuk a „Gödöllői iskola” hallgatóinak a gyakorlathoz kapcsolódó személyes gyarapodását, illetve a szakma terminológiájával egyéni hozadékát. Célunk egy pilot kutatási projekt első eredményeinek bemutatása, amely a gyakorlat során megjelenő tanulási tevékenység sajátosságait, tapasztalatait tárja fel, különös tekintettel a két vizsgálati csoport közti különbségekre. Az egyik csoportot a gyakorlatukat önállóan menedzselők képezik, míg a másikat az egyetem által irányított, támogatott külső gyakorlatot (is) választók. A Nghia & Duyen (2019) által kidolgozott Internship-related Learning Outcomes kérdőív alkalmazásával készült vizsgálatunkba 159 fő végzős és alumnihallgatót vontunk be. Kutatásunk során kitüntetett figyelemmel fordultunk a tanácsadó professzió szempontjából releváns képességek feltárására, azok fejlődésére.
Magnitude assessment for stellarquakes
Authors: Boyko Ranguelov
Published: February 2025

The extensive expansion of astrophysical investigations during the last years is a factor that needs a new approach and preparation to meet new challenges. The missions of telescopes Hubble and Web, the increased resolution of on-land telescopes, the new missions to the Sun, etc. reveal the possibility of knowing much more about the stars and star quakes. New unexpected seismic events have been detected on the Sun. From time to time Sun protuberances generate seismic waves very similar to those observed on the Earth’s oceans. This similarity is remarkable and gives the possibility to use the earthquake magnitude scale to assess the magnitude of sunquakes generated by solar flares. Magnitude as a seismic measurable unit was suggested by Charles Richter and Beno Gutenberg by the analogy of stars’ magnitude. The dependence of the earthquake magnitude to seismic energy and vice versa is an achievement that gives the way for the empirical transformation from magnitudes to seismic energy and vice versa. Sunquakes also contain other carried energy substances, but assuming only energy carried by the surface seismic waves it is a real possibility to perform the same approach for the assessment of sunquakes by a magnitude scale. The magnitude assessment of this research was limited only to stellarquakes – i.e. seismic events occurring on the fluid stars similar to the Sun and presented only by the surface seismic waves. As a result of our methodology stellarquakes magnitude scale was adapted using a similar approach to the Richter’s magnitude. The important issue is also the assessment of the possible variance of the stellarquakes magnitude for the different types of stars.
Transmission electron microscopy v1
Authors: Chou Ching-Chieh , Frydman Judith
Published: February 2025

Processing human cells for transmission electron microscopy analysis.
Displasia neuronal intestinal tipo B. Cuando contar define.
Authors: Rey Nodar Dr. Severino
Published: February 2025

La displasia neuronal intestinal es una enfermedad poco frecuente, de difícil diagnóstico, consecuencia de alteraciones de los plexos nerviosos entéricos con alteración de la motilidad del intestino que no puede hacer progresar su contenido provocando cuadros de pseudoobstrucción. Descrita como una condición semejante a la enfermedad de Hirschsprung, fue diferenciada en tipos A y B. Se presenta el caso de un paciente masculino con antecedentes de cuadros pseudooclusivos intestinales a repetición que ingresa para hemicolectomía por vólvulo de sigma. El estudio de la pieza quirúrgica reveló el diagnóstico de Displasia neuronal intestinal.
A impossibilidade da romantização do poder
Authors: Prado Thiago Martins , De Oliveira Diane Nascimento
Published: February 2025

Clube da Luta 2, de Chuck Palahniuk e ilustração de Cameron Stewart, dá continuidade, em quadrinhos, e comemora 20 anos da publicação do romance Clube da Luta. A narrativa em quadrinhos se passa dez anos após o desfecho do romance e gira em torno da vida de Sebastian e seu alterego, Tyler Durden. A partir disso, o objetivo deste trabalho é discutir como o projeto estético de Palahniuk proposto e desenvolvido pelo romance Clube da Luta, calcado nos pressupostos da zona autônoma temporária e do terrorismo poético, a longo prazo e com a HQ Clube da Luta 2, modifica-se de modo a promover uma autocrítica em que ocorrem denúncias das próprias convicções anteriores. Para amparar este estudo, utilizam-se os estudos de Foucault (2006), que versam sobre as relações de poder, e os de Bey (2001; 2007), que debatem sobre organizações de grupamentos autônomos, alternativos às cenas da lógica do mercado e discussão acerca de terrorismo poético. As conclusões iniciais apontam para a negação da zona autônoma temporária por Palahniuk, que demonstra a inviabilidade da romantização do poder.
THE PREVENTIVE EFFECIENCY STUDY OF THE ORAL HYGIENE MOUTHWASH PRODUCTS
Authors: Ulitovskiy Sergey , Sadovski Vladimir , Kalinina Olga , Bajkuatov Azamat
Published: February 2025

Actuality. The mouthwashes play an important role in prevention of dental diseases. They provide plaque control formation, and inhibit the growth of microflora. The search of prevention of the new oral hygiene products shows their efficiency.
Material and methods. In a clinical study, PRESIDENT® mouthwashes were used to determine their preventive effect with daily use. Preventive mouthwashes were used by the subjects independently 2 times a day for 30 days in daily oral hygiene. Repeated examinations were carried out every week for 4 weeks. The preventive effect of the intermediate liquid oral hygiene product was monitored for 30 days. The evaluation of the preventive effect of mouthwashers was carried out according to the Green – Vermillion simplified, PMA, Deodorizing Effect of S.B. Ulitovskiy, Evaluation of the Mouthwash Practical Effectiveness (Ulitovskiy S.B., Sadovsky V.V. ©2025).
Results. Based on the results of the rinse aid study, it was found that the cleansing effect of «PRESIDENT® Classic» by the end of the study was 43.34 ± 2.33%, «PRESIDENT® Antibacterial» - 37.90 ± 1.33%, «PRESIDENT ® White» reached 41.54 ± 2.32%. The anti-caries effectiveness of the «PRESIDENT® Classic» rinse aid according to the TER test increased from 10.03 ± 1.10% to 44.44 ± 4.89% over the entire study period.
Over the entire study period, the anti-inflammatory efficacy of the «PRESIDENT® Antibacterial» mouthwash increased to 52.10 ± 0.42%. By the end of the 4th week of the study, there was an increase in the deodorizing effectiveness of the «PRESIDENT® Classic» rinse aid to 41.46 ± 4.56% and the «PRESIDENT® White» rinse aid to 37.50 ± 4.13%. The clarifying effectiveness of the «PRESIDENT® White» rinse aid was 42.86%. The data obtained were confirmed by statistical processing of the study results.
Conclusion. It has been determined that PRESIDENT® mouthwashes have a pronounced preventive effect when used in individual oral hygiene, which is confirmed by the results of clinical trials.
“YELLOW NAIL” SYNDROME IN PATIENTS WITH TITANIUM IMPLANTS AS A RESULT OF TITANIUM ION ACCUMULATION IN THE BODY AND ITS OUTCOMES
Authors: Dovgerd Aleksandr , Sivolapov Konstantin
Published: February 2025

Yellow nail syndrome (YNS) is a rare disorder characterized by nail changes, lymphedema, and respiratory problems. In recent years, a possible link has been identified between YNS and titanium ion accumulation in the body of patients with titanium implants, which requires further study. In this regard, the aim of this article is to study the relationship between titanium implants and the development of YNS, as well as to investigate the mechanisms of titanium ion accumulation and their impact on patients' health. The article uses the following materials and methods: a systematic review of literature describing YNS cases in patients with titanium implants was conducted; clinical data, results of titanium level measurements in biological fluids and tissue were analyzed, and diagnostic and treatment methods were described. According to the study results, patients with titanium implants were found to have elevated levels of titanium ions in the body, which can lead to the development of YNS. Clinical manifestations include nail discoloration, thickening of the nail plates, lymphedema, and respiratory diseases. Titanium is thought to induce inflammatory reactions that disrupt the lymphatic system and eratinocyte metabolism, leading to the development of YNS. In conclusion, YNS in patients with titanium implants is an important clinical problem associated with titanium ion accumulation. Further studies are needed to understand the pathophysiological mechanisms and develop methods for prevention and treatment. Physicians should consider this possible association when managing patients with titanium implants, especially in the presence of comorbidities.
ELIMINATION OF CLASS IV GINGIVAL RECESSION ACCORDING TO MILLER SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH RESTORATION OF THE VOLUME OF LOST BONE TISSUE IN THE AREA OF GINGIVAL RECESSION
Authors: Chekanova Anastasiya , Sel'skiy Natan
Published: February 2025

The problem of eliminating gum recession and replenishing the volume of lost bone tissue of the alveolar process in the area of gum recession is quite relevant, since these destructive processes are interrelated. The problem is aggravated by the presence of recessions of the gums of class IV according to Miller The article shows a solution to the problem of simultaneous elimination of gum recession of class IV according to Miller and replenishment of the volume of lost bone tissue of the alveolar process in the area of gum recession. In the described article, for dental prosthetics, the possibility of simultaneous surgical elimination of gum recession of class IV according to Miller and replenishment of the volume of lost bone tissue of the alveolar process in the area of gum recession is proved. . Involved in the operation, a tooth or a group of adjacent teeth with recession, gums of class IV according to Miller, are preliminarily removed. From the vestibular side of the alveolar process, a full-layered muco-periosteal flap is formed to a level below the apical part of the roots of the removed teeth. To restore the bone tissue of the alveolar process, bone material is used, laid on a resorbable membrane. The edges of adjacent areas of the gingival mucosa that are prone to recession are stitched together on the folded muco-periosteal flap of the alveolar process. To regenerate the soft tissues of the gum, a resorbed membrane "Mucograft" is sewn to the stitched edges of the mucous membrane of the gum from the inside. The mobilized folded muco-periosteal flap of the alveolar process is stretched over a membrane with bone material and stitched with non-absorbable threads without tension with the muco-periosteal flap of the palatine side. Six months later, the bone of the alveolar process was formed in the reconstruction area. Computer planning was performed for the installation of implants of removed teeth 1.1 and 1.3, a template was made and implants for teeth 1.1 and 1.3 were installed.
ASSESSMENT OF SOME PARAMETERS OF THE DENTAL STATUS AND THE STATE OF THE ORAL IMMUNE SYSTEM IN CHILDREN WITH ORPHAN DISEASES AGAINST THE BACKGROUND OF IMPAIRED PHOSPHORUS-CALCIUM METABOLISM
Authors: Alekseeva Irina , Kisel'nikova Larisa , Ostrovskaya Irina , Alyamovskiy Vasiliy
Published: February 2025

Relevance. Assessment of the risk of inflammatory and destructive diseases of the oral cavity in children with orphan diseases with impaired phosphorus-calcium metabolism. The aim is to assess the dental status and immunological profile in children with orphan diseases with impaired phosphorus-calcium metabolism. Materials and methods. 79 children aged 6–17 years were examined. Among them, 56 with orphan diseases: hypophosphatemic rickets (HPR), hypophosphatasia (HPP); osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) and 23 healthy children. The level of oral hygiene was assessed according to the index (OHI-S); the condition of periodontal tissues according to the indices of PMA and gingival sulcus bleeding SBI. In samples of mixed saliva, enzyme immunoassay was used to determine: the content of immunoglobulins of the IgA and IgG classes to gliadin in units / ml; fatty acid binding protein (FABP) in ng/ml.
Results. In the examined children with HPR and HPP, the level of gingival sulcus bleeding significantly exceeded that in healthy children, which was accompanied by an increase in the content of gliadin IgG antibodies in mixed saliva by two times, and gliadin IgA antibodies by 1.3 times compared with the same parameter in healthy children. The average values of FABP in mixed saliva in children with HPR, HPP and OI were 5, 4.5 and 3 times respectively significantly higher than this indicator in healthy children.
Conclusions: the revealed changes in biochemical markers may indicate specific mechanisms of pathogenesis and immune response in the development of inflammatory and destructive processes in dental and periodontal tissues in children with hypophosphatemic rickets, hypophosphatasia and osteogenesis imperfecta.
ASSESSMENT OF THE AVAILABILITY OF DENTAL CARE TO CITIZENS OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION (SOCIOLOGICAL SURVEY)
Authors: Bordacheva Anna , Gilmanova Natalia , Mikhailova Maria
Published: February 2025

Dentistry is one of the areas of medicine, which, like all others, has its own importance. In Russia, dental care for citizens is only partially funded by the state, mainly it is provided at the expense of personal funds. In this work, we sought to clarify the problems associated with the availability of dental services, ways to solve them and the attitude of patients towards them, which in turn allows us to formulate measures to expand the possibility of receiving dental care to the population.
The purpose of the study. To study the opinion of the population regarding the economic accessibility of dental care in the Russian Federation, as well as their identification of ways of willingness to pay for dental services outside the framework of the compulsory insurance program together with the state.
Materials and methods. To analyze the opinion of the population, a survey was conducted by means of a questionnaire of 332 people living in various regions of our country.
Results. This study confirms the importance of socio-economic status as a central element of the economic accessibility of dental services. We received 180 positive ratings from 332 survey participants (>50%) regarding the types of dental services received outside the framework of the state program provided to them over the past two years. 73% of the survey participants are ready to consider the option of distributing the costs of dental services in the form of co-payments together with the state in order to improve their quality and increase accessibility.
Conclusions. It is necessary to take into account the need of the population for dental prosthetics services when planning the list of the program of state guarantees of dental care. It is necessary to study in more detail the problem of inequality in the availability of dental treatment for citizens, in particular dental prosthetics services. The results obtained may be useful in developing public policy measures in the field of dental care that will better match the preferences of patients.
THE EVOLUTION OF VISUALIZATION ENHANCEMENT TECHNOLOGIES IN PERIODONTOLOGY AND ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY. A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Asilfarid Alireza
Published: February 2025

“You can perform well what you see clearly if you can see well what you are doing” — this proverb perfectly explains why it is essential to study and apply magnification techniques in periodontology and implantology. With the rapid advancement and application of magnification tools and techniques, along with the extensive volume and diversity of research published in the last two decades, our goal was to systematize and comprehensively present the findings of these studies. We reviewed the historical development of the application of magnification methods in periodontology and implantology. Articles from databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar were selected using specific keywords related to the field. In the initial stage, irrelevant studies were excluded based on their titles and abstracts. Subsequently, full texts of the remaining articles were analyzed. The quality of the studies was assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist, and those deemed to be of low quality were excluded from further analysis. This systematic approach ensured that only high-quality research was included, thereby enhancing the reliability and validity of the final conclusions drawn.
Additionally, we examined microsurgery, its related instruments and equipment, as well as minimally invasive surgery, which are significant trends in modern dentistry. The use of magnification in periodontology and implantology offers advantages such as improved precision, extended tooth longevity after treatment, prevention of musculoskeletal disorders, passive wound closure, reduced tissue trauma, and enhanced treatment outcomes. However, there are drawbacks, including the need for specialized training and high costs.
Considering the results of research over the past two decades and the significant progress in the application of magnification technologies in various dental procedures, it can be stated that the development and integration of magnification tools and minimally invasive treatment methods represent an important trend for further improving dental care in the future. In this regard, it appears that the future of dentistry will be impossible without the use of magnification technologies.
DENTAL STATUS OF PATIENTS WITH CEREBRAL PALSY: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: Chuykin Sergey , Yakupova Kamila , AKATYEVA Galina , Kuchuk Kristina , Dyumeev Rustam , Makusheva Natal'ya , Chuykin Oleg , Aflahanova Guzel' , Egorova Elena
Published: February 2025

Subject. Foreign and domestic research on the problem of studying the dental status of patients with cerebral palsy. In patients with systemic diseases, pathological changes occur that lead to dysfunction of organs and systems and can affect the condition of the oral cavity.
Cerebral palsy manifests it self in the form of paresis, paralysis, coordination disorders, hyperkinesis of the muscles of the arms, neck, torso, and tongue, which adversely affects self-are. Children with cerebral palsy have a significantly reduced quality of life and deteriorated hygienic condition of the oral cavity. Oral fluid is important in maintaining oral homeostasis. Physico-biochemical characteristics of oral fluid are sensitive indicators of concomitant diseases and can serve as a prognostic indicator for assessing the likelihood of dental pathology.
Objectives. Objective analysis of available literature data on the problem of studying the dental status of patients with cerebral palsy. This review article summarizes aspects that require attention in the dental treatment of children with cerebral palsy.
Methodology. The search for publications was carried out on the PubMed platform, in the eLibrary electronic library and in MEDLINE databases, according to the specified keywords. In the course of the research, an independent search and analysis of scientific articles was carried out, as well as their systematization and ordering in the reference lists of literature.
Results. The results of the work on the article showed that many literary sources and studies indicate a burdened dental status, which leads to an unsatisfactory level of dental care. There is a lack of preventive interventions aimed at optimizing the dental health of children with cerebral palsy.
Conclusion. The dental status of children with cerebral palsy is burdened, requiring a special approach when developing treatment and preventive measures.
Integrated Nutrient Management for Enhanced Maize Yield and Sustainability in Tamil Nadu, India
Authors: Arumugam Rajeshkumar , Sivalingam Ramadass , Perumal Chandrasekaran , Manivelu Rajasekar , Subramaniam Ashok , Murugesan Saravanakumar , Padmanaban Balasubramanian
Published: February 2025

Background: Studies across various regions reveal that declining crop yields and profits are not just caused by environmental damage and stress. Deficiencies in essential nutrients, both major and minor, also play a significant role. This is why integrating organic and inorganic source of nutrients is critical for ensuring food security and self-sufficiency for maize. Methods: Field experiment was carried out to examine the integrated use of organic and inorganic sources of nutrients on maize growth and yield components at wetland farm, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Tamil Nadu during the 2018-19 to 2019-20 with 15 treatment combination under Split plot design with 3 replications. Main plot consist of five treatments of organic sources of nutrients i.e. M1 (Fish pond silt from desi poultry dropping fed pond @ 5 t/ha and vermicompost @ 5 t/ha), M2 (Fish pond silt from duck dropping fed pond @ 5 t/ha and vermicompost @ 5 t/ha), M3 (Fish pond silt from turkey dropping fed pond @ 5 t/ha and vermicompost @ 5 t/ha), M4 (FYM @ 12.5 t/ha), M5 (No manure application) and three sub plot treatments consist of inorganic sources i.e. S1 (100% recommended dose of NPK), S2 (75% recommended dose of NPK) and S3 (No fertilizer application). Result: The results revealed that the highest grain yield (8293 kg ha-1) and stover yield (11974 ha-1) was obtained with the application of fish pond silt from duck dropping fed pond @ 5 t/ha and vermicompost @ 5 t/ha along with 100% recommended dose of NPK (M2S1) which was 116% and 132% higher to lowest grain yield (3845 kg ha-1) and stover yield (5160 kg ha-1) obtained in control (M5S3).
Design of Stunting Prevention Education Media Package Based on Technology and Local Wisdom
Authors: Nurcahyani Lia , Widiyastuti Dyah , Estuti Wiwit , Iman Arief Tarmansyah , Fitrianingsih Yeni , Hafid Fahmi
Published: February 2025

Background: Stunting leads to increased morbidity and mortality among children. To accelerate stunting reduction, family assistance teams support at-risk families, requiring engaging and accessible educational resources. However, existing educational media materials are fragmented and lack a comprehensive approach, resulting in gaps during family assistance sessions. To improve accessibility and efficacy, a comprehensive, technology-based educational tool is necessary.
Objectives: To develop a Stunting Prevention Education Media Package (PaSti PenTing) based on technology and local wisdom.
Methods: This study used a Research and Development approach conducted in Cirebon City. The stages included the formulation of basic concepts, and in-depth interviews with experts, namely the Chairman of the Central Board of the Indonesian Midwives Association, the Head of the Cirebon City Health Office, the Head of the Cirebon City Women's Empowerment, Child Protection, Population Control and Family Planning Office and lecturers with S3 backgrounds. These interviews provided input related to the materials used for designing the PaSti PenTing. The research instrument uses in-depth interview guidance and data analysis was carried out using content analysis.
Results: Based on expert input, the PaSti PenTing design was developed. The main menu consists of an introduction and a menu for target groups (teenagers, brides-to-be, pregnant women, postpartum mothers, and toddlers). Each menu contains educational materials.
Conclusions: PasTi PenTing is a comprehensive media that can be used by the assistance team and families at risk of stunting to improve knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors in stunting prevention.
The Effect of Knowledge, Education, Income, and Marriage Age on Iron Deficiency Anemia in Pregnant Women in Taiz City-Yemen
Authors: Ali Lamia A. S. , Joewono Hermanto Tri , Fatmaningrum Widati , Thabit Riyadh A. S. , Almothana Hebah H. M. , Alsoufi Fardous G. , Abdullah Aya Ali , Al-Qadhi Tasnim Mohammed , Hajj Suha Ali Al , Ahmed Samar A. A. , Alselwi Sarah A. D. , Thabet Habib , Mohammed Haitham T. S. , Andriani Linda
Published: February 2025

Background: Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) is one of the most common types of nutritional anemia in pregnant women and is the most dangerous to the mother and fetus; This is because the need for iron for both the mother and the fetus increases gradually during pregnancy and reaches its highest levels at the end of pregnancy.
Objectives: The study aimed to identify the effect of education, income, and age of marriage on the anemia of pregnant women in Taiz City-Yemen.
Methods: The study was carried out utilizing a quantitative design (Descriptive study). From 3rd November 2023, until 30th January 2024. A simple random selection procedure is used to choose six of Taiz City's 10 primary healthcare facilities.101 pregnant women between the ages of 18 and 42 took part in the study.
Results: The findings showed that the low knowledge levels (0-35%) had low Hb levels (9.3 mg/dL) when compared with higher knowledge levels (> 50%) with Hb levels (9.92 mg/dL). Furthermore, those Lower marriage age (<20 Years) had low Hb levels (9.46 gm/dL) when compared to marriage age (>25) with Hb levels (10.81 mg/dL). On the other hand, lower education levels were associated with low Hb levels (8.18 mg/dL) when compared to higher education levels.
Conclusions: Findings demonstrated that lower knowledge levels, younger marriage age, lower education, and lower income were associated with lower hemoglobin levels. These factors were linked to a higher prevalence of anemia. Improved education and income levels can lead to better knowledge and management of anemia.
Hubungan Night Time Eating dan Asupan Lemak Dengan Kejadian Gizi Lebih Pada Mahasiswa di Kota Medan
Authors: Sandy Yatty Destani , Rukmana Erni , Damanik Kanaya Yori , Pratiwi Caca
Published: February 2025

Latar Belakang: Mahasiswa masuk kategori usia remaja akhir yang masih bertumbuh dan berkembang dengan pesat. Tumbuh kembang pada masa ini perlu didukung oleh asupan gizi seimbang dan kebiasaan makan yang baik. Fenomena saat adalah banyaknya kegiatan kampus dan tuntutan tugas yang memicu mahasiswa memiliki kebiasaan makan dimalam hari diluar waktu makan malam dan kurang asupan zat gizi.
Tujuan: Untuk mengetahui hubungan Night Time Eating (NTE) dan asupan lemak dengan kejadian gizi lebih pada mahasiswa.
Metode: Menggunakan design penelitian cross sectional, Sampel diambil dengan teknik purposive sampling. Jumlah responden sebanyak 106 orang, berusia 19-23 tahun. Instrumen yang digunakan yaitu Night Eating Diagnostic Questionnaire (NEDQ) untuk mengetahui kebiasaan makan tengah malam, kuesioner food recall 24 jam untuk mengetahui asupan lemak, timbangan berat badan serta microtoice untuk menghitung Indeks Massa Tubuh dan mengetahui status gizi lebih. Analisis data menggunakan chi square dan regresi logistik berganda.
Hasil: Penelitian menunjukkan ada hubungan antara makan tengah malam dengan kejadian gizi lebih (p-value = 0,040). Selain itu juga terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara asupan lemak dengan kejadian gizi lebih (p-value = 0,005) pada mahasiswa. Hasil penelitian juga menunjukkan bahwa remaja dengan kebiasaan makan tengah malam lebih beresiko sebanyak 3,785 kali untuk mengalami gizi lebih. Selain itu, remaja yang memiliki asupan lemak tinggi akan lebih beresiko sebanyak 3,814 kali untuk mengalami gizi lebih.
Kesimpulan: Kebiasaan dan asupan penting untuk diperhatikan agar dapat mewujudkan remaja yang sehat dan produktif.