bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Formation mechanisms of mental disorders in people living with HIV
Authors: Cherevko O.
Published: September 2024

The epidemic of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection affects all social groups of the population. Biopsychosocial stressors directly related to HIV infection, such as stigma, discrimination and shame, side effects of treatment, symptoms of HIV infection, and disclosure of the diagnosis influence the deterioration of mental health of people living with HIV. Stigma and discrimination can prevent the timely seeking of psychiatric help. Social stigmatization of HIV infection may affect their adherence to antiretroviral therapy. The purpose of our study was to study the formation mechanisms of mental disorders in people living with HIV. A comprehensive examination of 118 patients diagnosed with HIV infection between the ages of 22 and 61 was conducted at the Sumy Regional Clinical Medical Center for Socially Dangerous Diseases. During the examination of each patient, a psychiatric examination was carried out, anamnestic data were collected, and questionnaires were used: the Symptom Check List90-Revised psychopathological symptoms questionnaire, the Beck Depression Inventory, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). The examined patients were diagnosed with organic mood disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders; disorders related to stress and trauma. The results of the questionnaires confirm the diversity and breadth of clinical symptoms found among those examined. 55.9% of patients had severe symptoms of psychological distress. 55.9% of the examined show symptoms of depression of varying severity. As a result of the study, the main parameters that influence the formation of mental disorders in people living with HIV were formed: socioeconomic factors, which are primarily represented by a low level of education and a fairly high level of unemployment, social isolation and the absence of family support, fear of stigmatization, the presence of harmful habits and stressful events and factors related to the detection of HIV infection.

Keywords: antiretroviral therapy, depression, neuroinflammation, psychosocial factors.
La Extensión Universitaria para el Desarrollo endógeno de la sociedad
Authors: Atencio-González Rously Eddyah
Published: September 2024

Editorial
La bioseguridad para reducción de riesgos laborales
Authors: Quito-Santos César , Herrera-Domínguez Aley Ale , Rivera-León Laura Margot
Published: September 2024

El objetivo general de la investigación fue describir la bioseguridad para reducción de riesgos laborales. Se planteó desde un enfoque de investigación cuantitativa, pues los datos que se obtienen del estudio de las variables se analizaron de manera cuantitativa. Se consideró como muestra toda la población en estudio, constituida por 102 estudiantes de medicina que cumplen con los criterios de inclusión y exclusión. Se utilizó el muestreo no probabilístico censal, llamado también muestreo de la población total. En conclusión, no basta con saber qué significa “bioseguridad”, posible educación y sensibilización general a través de ella, también se debe tener en cuenta la idoneidad de los indicadores para su uso: mediciones, resultados, riesgos, entre otros. Esto permitirá medir el riesgo de exposición en el laboratorio con evidencia y soporte técnico, y podrá usarse no solo como base para mejorar los servicios, sino principalmente para la seguridad de los operadores y equipos de salud.
Turismo y la reactivación económica, Cusco, Perú
Authors: Mamani-Hancco Teodora , Peñalver-Higuera Manuel José
Published: September 2024

Este estudio tuvo como objetivo evaluar la posibilidad de mejora del Fondo de Apoyo Empresarial (FAE) Turismo en la provincia de Cusco, con el fin de identificar los avances en las tasas de interés, períodos de pago, garantías ofrecidas y gestión del riesgo crediticio, alineado con el ODS17: alianza para lograr los objetivos, en las actividades de hospedaje y agencias de viajes. La metodología fue de tipo aplicada y diseño no experimental propositivo. Se realizaron entrevistas a gerentes y operadores de entidades financieras mediante guías estructuradas. Para el análisis de datos, se usó la estadística descriptiva y el análisis cualitativo. Como resultado, la evaluación reveló que los líderes calificaron positivamente la gestión del sistema, aunque señalaron críticas en algunas áreas. Se concluyó que, aunque el FAE Turismo fue un soporte vital post-pandemia, se considera esencial reajustar sus estructuras en atención a las necesidades dinámicas de las MYPES.
Bivalvos protobranquios y septibranquios de aguas profundas del Mar Argentino
Authors:   , Pacheco Leonel Iván
Published: September 2024

En esta tesis se estudia la taxonomía alfa de los bivalvos septibranquios y protobranquios de aguas profundas del Mar Argentino. Estos grupos de bivalvos se caracterizan por habitar predominantemente en el mar profundo, donde agrupan alrededor de la mitad de las especies de bivalvos conocidas. Los registros conocidos para el Mar Argentino provienen de las expediciones HMS Challenger y Atlantis II, así como numerosas campañas antárticas/subantárticas. Las campañas oceanográficas llevadas a cabo en el cañón submarino Mar del Plata y el talud continental alrededor del Banco Burdwood han provisto el material básico para el desarrollo de esta tesis. Se analizaron 330 lotes conteniendo 716 especímenes y 478 valvas desarticuladas provenientes del material coleccionado durante las campañas mencionadas, así como aquel depositado en colecciones malacológicas locales e internacionales, tales como MACN, MLP, USNM, MCZ y NHMUK. Se realizó un estudio principalmente morfológico, incluyendo caracteres conquiológicos y anatómicos. Se emplearon técnicas tradicionales como la disección de material bajo lupa estereoscópica y la observación con microscopio electrónico de barrido, y métodos alternativos como la microtomografía computarizada. Este último permite la obtención de un modelo tridimensional del organismo que puede ser inspeccionado sin necesidad de dañar la muestra original. Para validar la delimitación morfológica entre especies se usó morfometría de contorno. Por otro lado se realizó un análisis jerárquico de conglomerados con el objetivo de encontrar patrones de distribución biogeográfica. Un estudio molecular fue realizado empleando secuencias del gen 18S provenientes de Genbank y de muestras propias bajo los métodos de Máxima Verosimilitud y de Inferencia Bayesiana. Se registraron 42 especies de septibranquios en el Mar Argentino y sus alrededores, i. e: 29 Cuspidarioidea, 4 Poromyoidea y 9 Verticordioidea; aumentando en 10 el número de especies conocidas para el área. Se verificaron 17 especies de las 32 especies previamente citadas en la región y 14 tienen un registro dudoso. Se considera que los septibranquios estan poco representados en la región, respecto del total de especies conocidas. Los protobranquios estan representados por 7 especies de aguas profundas i.e.: 5 de Nuculidae y 2 de Nuculanidae. Las distribuciones geográficas y batimétricas de los bivalvos septibranquios siguen la distribución de las masas de agua, que es continua a lo largo del talud al menos hasta los 1.000 m. Siete especies de septibranquios se distribuyen a ambos lado del Frente Polar Antártico, por lo que esta barrera geográfica no las limita. Los árboles filogenéticos obtenidos soportan la monofilia de Septibranchia, Cuspidarioidea y Poromyoidea, mientras que Verticordioidea resulta polifilético.
Pengelolaan Pengembangan Pariwisata Pantai Randutata Paiton Probolinggo
Authors: Diharjo Roby Firmandil , Syamsunardi Syamsunardi , Syam Nur
Published: September 2024

Tourism is one of the objects that attracts local and international tourists. Tourism has a very high beauty value which is influenced by the ability of good management. Tourism is thought to contribute to the economic sector. This study focuses on the development of tourism management to compete with other tourism sectors. This study aims to manage tourism development to attract the number of tourist visits that affect the income of the local community. This research method is descriptive with a SWOT analysis. SWOT analysis refers to four indicators including; strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Data collection through documentation and interviews. The results of the study indicate the need for a development stage in the cleanliness and layout of the game and service management sectors. Cleanliness that is not yet optimal, especially in the beach area, the placement of the game position that is not yet neatly arranged, and the need for services for visitors that are not yet optimal. The Beauty of the Beach The development of the tourism sector is expected to be a container for aspects of sustainable research development. Tourism is also a means of learning sources for the development of science in the future.AbstrakPariwisata salah satu objek yang menjadi daya tarik wisatawan local maupun internasional. Pariwisata memiliki nilai keindahan sangat tinggi yang di pengaruhi sesuai dengan kemampuan pengelolaan manajemen yang baik. Pariwisata di sinyalir membawa kontribusi bagi sektor perekonomian. Penelitian ini berfokus terhadap pengembangan pengelolaan pariwisata guna bersaing dengan sektor wisata yang lainnya. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk pengelolaan pengembangan pariwisata guna menarik jumlah kunjungan wisatawan yang berpengaruh terhadap pendapatan Masyarakat lokal. Metode penelitian ini berupa deskriptif dengan analisis SWOT. Analisis SWOT mengacu kepada empat indiaktor diantaranya; kekuatan, kelemahan, peluang, ancaman. Pengumpulan data melalui dokumentasi dan wawancara. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan perlunya tahap pengembangan di sektor kebersihan dan tata ruang permainan serta manajemen pelayanan. Kebersihan yang belum optimal kususnya area bibir Pantai, pelatakan posisi permaianan yang belum tertata rapi, serta kebutuhan pelayanan bagi pengujung yang belum optimal. Keindahan Pantai Pengembangan sektor wisata diharapkan mampu menjadi wadah terhadap aspek pengembangan penelitian berkelanjutan. Pariwisata juga menjadi sarana sumber pembelajaran bagi perkembangan ilmu di masa yang akan datang.
Analisis Statistik Deskriptif Mitigasi Bencana Banjir berdasarkan Data Potensi Desa 2021
Authors: Ahadi Giatma Dwijuna , Ulfah Syarifatul
Published: September 2024

Floods are natural disasters that often cause losses for many people. So, it is necessary to conduct statistical analysis using descriptive methods to mitigate the disaster. This article uses statistical data on village potential in 2021 with the variables Safety Equipment, River Normalization Treatment, and Evacuation Routes. Based on the results of the description of village potential data, the number of villages affected by flood disasters will be 15,366 in 2021. The areas most affected by flooding are in the provinces of Aceh and Central Java, with 1,435 and 1,249 incidents respectively. Descriptive measures show quite extreme distribution results, for example, in the maintenance and normalization variables the average is 770.3, the standard deviation is 1004.69, and the range is 4073. Wide distribution measures indicate that the disaster mitigation variables from Village Potential Data in Indonesia are still not evenly distributed. The ratio of flood events in East Java, Central Java, and West Java to safety equipment mitigation shows a percentage above 50%. There are 16 provinces with a ratio below 40%, the majority in eastern Indonesia. Kalimantan Island shows provinces where river normalization maintenance is still low with a percentage below 50%. Aceh Province, as one of the areas with high flood events, shows a low disaster mitigation ratio of less than 50%. DI Yogyakarta Province and Bali Province are the provinces with the highest disaster mitigation ratios in Indonesia.AbstrakBanjir adalah salah satu bencana alam yang kerap menimbulkan kerugiaan bagi banyak orang. Sehingga, perlu untuk dilakukan analisis dengan metode deskriftif untuk mitigasi bencana. Pada artikel ini menggunakan data statistik potensi desa 2021 dengan variabel Perlengkapan Keselamatan, Perawatan Normalisasi Sungai, dan Jalur Evakuasi. Berdasarkan data potensi desa tentang jumlah desa terdampak bencana banjir sebanyak 15366 pada tahun 2021. Dimana daerah terdampak banjir terbanyak ada di Provinsi Aceh dan Jawa Tengah masing-masing berjumlah 1435 dan 1249 kejadian. Ukuran deskriptif menunjukkan hasil sebaran yang cukup ekstrim, contohnya pada variabel perawatan dan normalisasi rata-rata adalah 770,3 simpangan baku 1004,69 dan range 4073. Ukuran penyebaran yang lebar menunjukkan bahwa variabel mitigasi bencana dari Data Potensi Desa di Indonesia masih belum merata.  Rasio kejadian banjir Jawa timur, Jawa Tengah, Jawa Barat terhadap mitigasi perlengkapan keselamatan menunjukan persentase diatas 50%. Terdapat 16 provinsi memiliki rasio perbandingan dibawah 40%, mayoritas di Indonesia wilayah timur. Pulau Kalimantan menunjukkan provinsi-provinsi yang perawatan normalisasi sungai masih rendah dengan persentase dibawah 50%. Provinsi Aceh sebagai salah satu daerah kejadian banjir yang tinggi menunjukkan perbandingan rasio mitigasi bencana yang rendah kurang dari 50%. Provinsi DI Yogyakrta dan Provinsi Bali adalah provinsi dengan rasio perbandingan mitigasi bencana tertinggi di Indonesia.
Analysis of the Practice of Buying and Selling Household Appliances in Accordance with Sharia Economic Law
Authors: Nurfaza Arina , Zahwati Roza
Published: September 2024

This research discusses early billing that is not in accordance with the escort agreement according to sharia economic law. Using a descriptive qualitative method of interview as a primary data source, the research found that there is a practice of the seller billing the buyer early, namely every 10th of the month of the agreement, the billing should be agreed upon on the 25th. 2. Analysis of the practice of buying and selling household appliances according to sharia economic law in the city of Subulussalam is not valid, because the terms and conditions of buying and selling have not been fulfilled. Because it is not in accordance with the initial agreement that has been mutually agreed between the seller and the buyer.
The Influence of Work Engagement and Knowledge Sharing on Nurse Performance
Authors: Nyoman Putu Martini Ni , Rahayu Niwidadi Sri , Herlambang Toni , Qomariah Nurul
Published: September 2024

Human resources who serve as officers or employees in a company or institutional organization are always considered a vital asset for an organization. Performance or work achievement can be interpreted as achieving work results in accordance with the rules and standards that apply to each organization. Performance can also be said to be the result or output of a process. The purpose of this research is to find out directly the influence of work engagement and knowledge sharing on employee performance at RSD dr. Soebandi Jember. The total sample in this study was 171 inpatient nurse respondents with a minimum work period of 3 years. Descriptive analysis is used to determine the respondent's description. Validity test and reliability test for the validity and reliability of research data. Hypothesis testing was also carried out in this research. The research results show that work engagement and knowledge sharing partially have a positive and significant effect on the performance of RSD dr. Soebandi Jember.
Development of Econometric Models for Financial Performance Forecasting in Companies
Authors: Nugroho Adi , Apriyane Patty Maria , Karto Andriani
Published: September 2024

This study develops an econometric model to predict corporate financial performance. The goal is to improve the accuracy of predictions by analysing relevant economic and financial variables. The model combines statistical and econometric analysis to identify significant input variables such as asset turnover, firm size, capital structure, and liquidity. The study also highlights the importance of external factors, such as environmental policies and knowledge management, that affect corporate financial performance. Using ARIMA and VAR models, the study shows that selecting the correct parameters, such as the number of lags, is critical to improving prediction accuracy. The developed model is evaluated based on RMSE, MAD, and MAPE metrics, which show that the econometric model offers more accurate predictions than the classical statistical model. These results contribute significantly to understanding corporate financial performance dynamics and can be a reliable tool in strategic decision-making across various industry sectors.
LITERASI KEUANGAN, SIKAP KEUANGAN, LOCUS of CONTROL PADA KEPUASAN FINANSIAL
Authors: Putra Edrick Purnama
Published: September 2024

Abstrak: Penelitian dilakukan pada mahasiswa akuntansi STIE di Kota Palangkaraya. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui pengaruh literasi keuangan, sikap keuangan dan locus of control terhadap kepuasan finansial mahasiswa akuntansi STIE di Kota Palangkaraya. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dan analisis regresi berganda dengan populasi yaitu mahasiswa akuntansi STIE di Kota Palngkaraya 115 mahasiswa. Metode pengambilan sampel menggunakan sensus. Sampel penelitian berjumlah 115 mahasiswa. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan secara parsial literasi keuangan, sikap keuangan dan locus of control berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan finansial. Koefisien Determinasi (R²) dengan nilai 0,854 atau 85,4% variabel dependent dipengaruhi oleh literasi keuangan, sikap keuangan dan locus of control secara simultan, sementara sisanya 14,6% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain tidak diteliti
 
Kata kunci: literasi keuangan, sikap keuangan, locus of control, kepuasan finansial
INSIGHTS INTO CERVICAL INTRAMEDULLARY NEUROCYSTICERCOSIS: A RARE PRESENTATION
Authors: Chakraborty Abhirup , Roy Kaushik , Kumar Jiwesh
Published: September 2024

Cysticercosis is the most common parasitic disease of the central
nervous system.The parasitic involvement of the spinal cord and its
nerve roots is relatively rare and occurs in only 0.7 to 5.85% of patients
with NCC(1).Subarachnoid location associated with CNS or systemic
involvement is the common presentation. Isolated spinal
intramedullary location without any systemic involvement is a highly
rare presentation.
EXPLORING GENITOURINARY TRAUMA: A CASE STUDY OF POST-TRAUMATIC NONVIABLE ECTOPIC TESTIS
Authors: Rahul B N , Pulagam Sindhura , Pratapbhai Gohil Abhishek , Pentyala Suneetha , Rao Baru Rama Krishna , Nerella Krishna Teja
Published: September 2024

This case report describes the clinical course of a young male patient who presented with an empty left hemiscrotum following a motor vehicle
accident. Initial ultrasonography (USG) revealed a nonviable ectopic left testis located in the left inguinal region, characterized by an oedematous
spermatic cord and absent vascularity. Subsequent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) conrmed the diagnosis, which was further correlated with
intraoperative ndings during surgical exploration. This case underscores the diagnostic utility of imaging modalities in assessing genitourinary
trauma and highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing such cases.
A STUDY ON RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MENSTRUAL PAIN AND BODY MASS INDEX AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS
Authors: Chacko Lijimol , V. Kumar Anu
Published: September 2024

The study was conducted among 250 adolescent girls ofselected women's colleges at Ernakulam. Non probability purposive sampling technique was
used to select the sample. Structured questionnaire was used for assessing the socio demographic characteristics and clinical data on BMI and
menstruation. Rating scale was used for assessing the discomforts experienced by the adolescent girls during dysmenorrhea and standardized numeric
pain rating scalewas used for assessing the pain experienced by the girls during theirmenstrual cycle.The results ofthe study revealed that 50. 4%ofthe
adolescent girls belong to underweight category and 49. 6% of the adolescent girls belong to normal weight category. Regarding the prevalence of
dysmenorrhea : 0.4% ofsamples had mild pain, 41.2 % ofsamples had moderate pain, and 58.4 % had severe pain. Pearson correlationCoefcient test
indicated a negative correlation (-0.753) betweenmenstrual pain andBMIwhich issignicant at 0.01 level.It indicatesthe inverse relation ofBMIwith
menstrualpain.Results alsorevealedthatBMI andnumericalpainratingscorehavenoassociationwithselecteddemographicvariables
PERIOPERATIVE PORT-SITE MORBIDITY FOLLOWING EXTRACTION OF GALLBLADDER FROM EPIGASTRIC OR UMBILICAL PORT IN LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY.
Authors: Farooque Mohammad , Bhatt Lauve , Patel Saad
Published: September 2024

Introduction: In 1910 Hans Christian Jacobaeus of Sweden performed the rst laparoscopic operation in humans. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy,
introduced in 1987, is now the preferred method for cholecystectomy. This surgical technique has been a milestone in the
management of gall bladder disease by reducing postoperative pain, risk of surgical site infection and incisional hernia. Methods: 200 Patients of
cholelithiasis at Dhiraj Hospital , Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, Pipariya, Gujarat with required eligibility criteria were considered in this study from
July 2023 to June 2024. The patients were randomly selected in the operation theatre for gall bladder extraction via epigastric port (designated as
Group-Awith n = 100) and gall bladder extraction via umbilical port (designated as Group-B with n = 100). Results: In the study conducted cases in
which gallbladder was extracted from epigastric port, pain in epigastric port was signicantly higher than umbilical port (p value<0.05) . In this
study on comparing VAS score for epigastric port in Group A and umbilical port in Group B showed signicantly higher VAS score in Group A
epigastric port. Conclusions: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the gold standard procedure for cholecystectomy for minimal postoperative
morbidity over open procedure. Port site pain was most distressing complaint for patients following procedure. Here we have compared umbilical
versus epigastric port for gallbladder extraction and associated VAS score for each group. Our study showed signicant pain reduction, when
gallbladder was extracted from umbilical port without any other postoperative complication.
Virulence and tissue tropism of different epidemiologically significant SARS-CoV-2 variants for golden Syrian hamsters
Authors: Gracheva Anastasiia V. , Drokov Andrey O. , Smirnova Daria I. , Khokhlova Darya M. , Korchevaya Ekaterina R. , Pankratov Andrey A. , Trunova Galina V. , Khokhlova Varvara A. , Vorontsova Maria S. , Leneva Irina A. , Svitich Oksana A. , Zverev Vitaly V. , Faizuloev Evgeny B.
Published: September 2024

Introduction. Animal models for SARS-CoV-2 infection, reproducing the clinical features of COVID-19 in humans, are important tools for studying the pathogenesis of the disease, transmission of the pathogen and are indispensable for testing antiviral drugs and vaccines.
The aim of the study was to assess the virulence and tissue tropism for golden Syrian hamsters of SARS-CoV-2 strains belonging to different epidemiologically significant variants: Wuhan-like, Delta, Omicron BA.1.1 and Omicron BA.5.2.
Materials and methods. Hamsters were intranasally infected with different SARS-CoV-2 strains. Virulence and tissue tropism of SARS-CoV-2 strains were assessed by comparing the dynamics of weight, viral load in organs and histopathological changes in lungs in infected and uninfected animals.
Results. The Wuhan-like Dubrovka strain had the greatest virulence for hamsters, which was manifested by the development of severe pneumonia and a delay in weight gain by 14.6%, high virus content in the lungs, nasal passages and brain — 6.2, 5,9 and 3.7 lg TCID50/ml of homogenate, respectively. Presumably, it was the infection of the Wuhan-like virus of the central nervous system that negatively affected the weight and general condition of the animals. When hamsters were infected with viruses belonging to the Delta and Omicron variants, the observed minor weight loss in animals was uninformative, so indicators such as lung histopathology, viral load in the lungs, nasal passages, heart and other organs played a decisive role in assessing the virus pathogenicity. A score assessment of lung histopathology was of particular value in assessing the severity of pneumonia, since it reduced subjectivity in evaluating the results of histological examination and provided a semi-quantitative assessment of the pathological process.
Conclusion. Despite the revealed lower virulence for hamsters of viruses belonging to the Delta and Omicron variants compared to the ancestral Wuhan virus, this animal model for COVID-19 retains its value for conducting preclinical trials of antiviral drugs.
Prevalence of qacEΔ1, qacE, oqxA, oqxB, acrA, cepA and zitB genes among multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated in a cardiac hospital
Authors: Mihailovskaya Veronika S. , Selivanova Polina A. , Kuznetsova Marina V.
Published: September 2024

Background. Infections caused by multidrug-resistant (MDR) Klebsiella pneumoniae are the leading cause of mortality worldwide. The widespread use of disinfectants and antiseptics has caused the emergence of K. pneumoniae with reduced sensitivity to them, which, in combination with MDR, can pose a significant epidemiological threat.
The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of efflux pump and transporter genes associated with biocide resistance and their association with antibiotic resistance among K. pneumoniae isolated in a cardiac surgical hospital.
Materials and methods. K. pneumoniae isolates (n = 50) from the patients and medical equipment were tested by polymerase chain reaction for the presence of genes of 4 types of efflux pumps (qacEΔ1, qacE, oqxA, oqxB, acrA) and 2 transporters involved in the outflow of cations (cepA) and zinc ions (zitB). Spearman's rank correlation test was used to assess the strength of the association between the efflux pumps, beta-lactamase genes and mobile genetic elements.
Results. The occurrence of K. pneumoniae containing qacEΔ1, qacE, oqxA, oqxB, acrA, cepA and zitB was high: 54, 62, 100, 84, 100, 72 и 96% respectively. K. pneumoniae with a combination of all the studied pumps was most often detected (32%), and these isolates were MDR in 100% of cases. The qacE, qacEΔ1 genes were closely associated with resistance to cephalosporins, carbapenems, fluoroquinolones, carbapenemase genes, and integrons. The results of the study showed that the genes of various efflux pumps associated with biocide resistance and their combinations were widely represented among the clinical isolates of MDR K. pneumoniae.
Conclusion. The high prevalence of efflux pump genes associated with resistance to quaternary ammonium compounds, chlorhexidine and zinc salts and their significant association with antibiotic resistance in nosocomial K. pneumoniae underlines the importance of further studying the mechanisms of cross-resistance to biocides to improve methods of combating MDR nosocomial pathogens.
Is eenzaamheid aanpakken dweilen met de kraan open?
Authors: Okma Aisia
Published: September 2024

Als dit artikel het daglicht ziet, is een nieuwe regering in Nederland van start gegaan. Die regering staat voor een veelvoud aan uitdagingen die er zich hebben opgestapeld tijdens het bewind van Neerlands langst zittende premier. De immigratie, de huisvesting, stikstof en de klimaatcrisis zijn een prioriteit, eerlijke kansen om een goed bestaan op te bouwen, bestaanszekerheid, verbeterkracht van het ambtelijk apparaat, maar ook het gebrek aan personeel voor voldoende (ouderen)zorg zijn dat evenzeer. En voor dat laatste onderwerp geldt dat bezuinigingen in de sector vooralsnog doorgaan. Er komen nog mondjesmaat wat verpleeghuisplekken bij, maar het nieuwe kabinet moet de knopen over de uitgaven in de ouderenzorg doorhakken. Het personeel raakt ‘op’. En dat terwijl bij de Europese Verkiezingen op 6 juni jl. Nederlanders aan de opiniepeilers vertelden dat zij gezondheid(szorg) als een prioriteit beschouwen. De mantelzorger staat straks steeds meer alleen in zijn opgave om zijn of haar zieke partner te verzorgen. En dat terwijl er steeds meer mantelzorgers bijkomen die niet zijn opgewassen tegen hun zware zorgtaken. Alleen iemand in een zeer vergevorderd stadium van dementie komt nog voor een verpleeghuisplek in aanmerking. En steeds dringender klinkt daar ook een schreeuw van aandacht voor mensen die zeggen zich eenzaam te voelen. De samenleving vereenzaamt. Aan gemeenten en welzijnssector de schone taak om hier verbetering te brengen. Laten we inzoomen op de vraag of de manier waarop we eenzaamheid aanpakken, zoals we dat nu doen, zinvol is. Of is het dweilen met de kraan open?
PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT DALAM KEGIATAN GERAKAN PELESTARIAN LINGKUNGAN DI KELURAHAN TELAGA SARI KOTA BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Saraswati Wiwik , Anam Hairul , Hadiyatno Didik , Yuliani Tutik
Published: September 2024

Communities in the telagasari environment need to carry out environmental greening activities to maintain environmental quality and protection. This activity method is carried out using persuasive approaches, emipric, normatic and educational approaches, and androgogy approaches with the aim of increasing community participation and KKN students in environmental greening activities. Greening activities are carried out through planting trees and providing knowledge and understanding to the community about the importance of preserving the environment. By increasing water absorption and supporting activities that can improve environmental quality, it can prevent flooding and make the environment beautiful and shady.
PENGEMBANGAN WISATA MELALUI PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT (POKDARWIS) DI KELURAHAN SUMBER REJO KECAMATAN BALIKPAPAN TENGAH
Authors: Hadiyatno Didik , Juwari Juwari , Anam Hairul
Published: September 2024

Sumber Rejo Village has variants of potential tourist attractions such as the natural environment which is used as an educational tourism managed by the community with the nickname Kang Bejo, namely the kale village in Sumber Rejo Village, the cultural life of the community is full of values, norms, and customs, so that it makes Sumber Rejo Village worthy of being an important part of tourism activities, especially in the city of Balikpapan. Tourists prefer their friendly visits to nature and local people such as farming, farming and gardening, in the hope of improving cleanliness, accommodation, safety, and comfort. The change in the motivation of tourists who pay more attention to health aspects, prefer cleanliness, accommodation quality, maximum security, and increased comfort is very much in line with the conditions of tourist villages. Tourism villages consistently offer unique and interesting experiences, natural beauty and the nobility of the culture of their people which are depicted through hospitality, politeness, cleanliness, security, and comfort.
Identify Lumbricus Rubellus According DNA Barcoding
Authors: Muslem Taif Muthher
Published: September 2024

The species of earthworms is usually determined through careful observation of morphological features, is often accomplished by closely examining morphological characteristics, which are frequently sexual characteristics only seen in mature individuals. Earthworm species identification as such, it is sometimes hard to identify juveniles or cocoons, which might introduce bias into studies that record species richness and abundance. A viable method for species discrimination is DNA barcoding, which uses a brief, standardized DNA fragment for species identification, use of DNA remains the best in determining the species. Lumbricus rubellus have been found on in the common epigeic earthworm from Iraq in Al-Diwaniyah city, the presence of this worm is recorded for the first time in Iraq, specifically in the city of Diwaniyah. This study tested sequence data for the mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase subunit 1 (COX1) gene in order to identify the utility of DNA barcodes in the identification of earthworm species.
Use of Modified Gompertz Kinetic Modelling to Predict Biogas Production from Co-Digestion of Two Substrates and Other Treatments
Authors: I Osuji, M. , N Ogbulie, J. , O Nweke, C. , E Nwanyanwu, C.
Published: September 2024

This research was conducted with the aim of using Gompertz kinetic model to predict biogas production. The substrates used are the co-digestion of pig and poultry dungs. Batch culture of anaerobic digestion was used while MgSO4, Bovine blood, Charcoal water and water of pH 8 were used as various treatments. Three batches of digestions were done. From the results and statistical kinetic modelling, magnesium sulphate which serve as source of water hardness proved to enhance biogas production. This is because it serves as both salt and catalyst. Bovine blood also showed the same effect. For the charcoal water, it enhanced methane production by the increase of carbon level in C:N ratio. The research recommends as follows. That the quantity of the substrates should be enough to ensure more gas yield. The volume of blood should not be more than the water used in the slurry formation as this could affect proper mixing. The carbon content of the lignocellulose should be increased using charcoal water in slurry preparation to ensure formation of Methane (CH4) which is the main biogas. And finally that measured amount of bovine blood, Magnesium Sulphate and Charcoal can be used as additive in biogas production.
Role of Eosinophils in the Context of Vertical Transmission of HIV during Pregnancy
Authors: Obeagu Emmanuel Ifeanyi , Obeagu Getrude Uzoma
Published: September 2024

Vertical transmission of HIV from mother to child during pregnancy remains a significant public health challenge, particularly in resource-limited settings. Despite advancements in antiretroviral therapy (ART), many infants are still born with HIV, underscoring the need for a deeper understanding of the immunological landscape during pregnancy. Eosinophils, traditionally associated with allergic reactions and parasitic infections, are increasingly recognized for their complex roles in immune modulation. This review explores the potential contributions of eosinophils to the vertical transmission of HIV, focusing on their interactions with other immune cells, cytokine production, and the implications for maternal-fetal health. Eosinophils are multifunctional granulocytes involved in both innate and adaptive immunity. They produce a variety of cytokines and chemokines, influencing the activity of other immune cells such as T cells and macrophages. During pregnancy, the maternal immune system undergoes significant changes to tolerate the semi-allogeneic fetus, with eosinophils playing a role in tissue remodeling, angiogenesis, and the regulation of immune responses. Their presence at the maternal-fetal interface suggests they could be crucial in modulating the immune environment, potentially impacting HIV transmission dynamics.
Outcome of Vaginal Hysterectomy versus Abdominal Hysterectomy for Benign Non-Prolapsed Uterus
Authors: Nihar Dr. Fatema , Tasnim Prof. Dr. Saria , Islam Dr. Jannatul , Akther Dr. Moushume , Naher Dr. Syfun , Akter Dr. Naznine , Yasmin Dr. Lubna , Sayed Dr. Sunzia
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Hysterectomy is a very frequent pregnancy-unrelated surgical procedure performed in women, which may be accomplished either by abdominal or vaginal route. This study aims to assess the advantages of vaginal hysterectomy compared to abdominal hysterectomy in women with benign gynecological disorders other than prolapse. Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to compare the outcomes of vaginal hysterectomy and abdominal hysterectomy in treating benign non-prolapsed uterus. Methods: This cross-sectional comparative study was conducted among 60 patients at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Institute of Child and Mother Health (ICMH), Dhaka, from May 2015 to October 2015. The study included 30 patients who underwent vaginal hysterectomy and 30 patients who underwent abdominal hysterectomy. Data collection involved recording patient history, conducting clinical examinations, and documenting information in a pre-designed data collection sheet. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22.0. Result: This study included a total of 60 patients, with 30 undergoing abdominal hysterectomy (AH) and 30 undergoing vaginal hysterectomy (VH). Baseline characteristics were similar between the two groups. There were no intraoperative complications in either group. The operation time, intraoperative blood loss, time to out-of-bed activity, mean maximum postoperative body temperature, and duration of fever were all significantly shorter and less severe in the VH group compared with the AH group. Additionally, vaginal length in the VH group was significantly shorter than in the AH group. Conclusion: Vaginal hysterectomy offers advantages over abdominal hysterectomy in treating benign gynecological diseases, providing greater efficacy and safety with less invasiveness.
Predictors and Outcome of Surgical Repair of Obstetric Fistula at a Private Hospital of Dhaka City
Authors: M Sultana , ATMN Shah , F Zabin
Published: September 2024

Background: Obstetric fistula remains a significant public health issue in low-resource settings, with high prevalence in countries like Bangladesh. The condition often results from prolonged, obstructed labor, compounded by socio-cultural factors such as early marriage, financial constraints, and lack of access to skilled birth attendants. This study aimed to explore the socio-demographic characteristics and surgical outcomes of women undergoing fistula repair at a private hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Methods: This observational descriptive study included 62 women who underwent obstetric fistula repair between September 2010 and September 2012. Data were collected on socio-demographic characteristics, fistula details, and surgical outcomes through a structured booklet completed at various stages of patient care. Surgical success, complications, and post-operative outcomes were analyzed to identify factors influencing recovery and success rates. Result: The study found that 100% of participants were married at an early age, with significant financial barriers reported by all. A majority (87.10%) had home deliveries attended by unskilled birth attendants. Surgical repair was successful in 88.71% of cases, with a small proportion (11.29%) of unsuccessful repairs. Residual stress incontinence was noted in 4.84% of participants. The mean hospital stay was 17.52 days, with 95.16% of participants requiring continuous catheterization for 7 to 10 days. Conclusion: The high success rate of surgical repairs is promising, but the persistence of socio-cultural barriers and residual complications highlights the need for improved access to maternal healthcare and enhanced post-operative care. Addressing these issues is critical for reducing the burden of obstetric fistula and improving outcomes for affected women.
Impact of Various Dietary Protein Sources on Growth Performance of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Fingerlings and on Water Quality
Authors: Arshad Maryam , Ali Shaukat , Afzal Wajeeha , BiBi Zahida , Mohsin Muhammad , Raza Hassan , Raheel Syed Muhammad Moeen uddin , Sabtain Talat
Published: September 2024

Aquaculture industry provides proteins and unsaturated fatty acids worldwide. Fresh water aquaculture is considered as the most prominent type of aquaculture in the world. Nile tilapia aquaculture is favored because it can adopt to wide range of environments and can tolerate various abiotic stresses. However, the success and profitability of aquaculture is significantly affected by type of feeds used in aquaculture system. An experiment was conducted to assess this important aspect of aquaculture. Nile tilapia fingerlings were fed on three different protein sources to assess the effects of these experimental diets on growth of fingerlings and on water quality. Three protein sources were freshwater shrimp meal (FSM), black soldier fly larvae (BSF) and soybean meal (SBM). Fingerlings were divided into groups based on their respective experimental diets and were arranged according to CRD with three replicates. Each replicate contained 30 fingerlings. Data was recorded for growth attributes of fingerlings and for water quality attributes. Analysis of data shows that BSF caused 32% increase in final weight of fingerlings followed by FSM, which caused 24% increase as compared to controlled. Net weight gain was also significantly enhanced by experimental diets. BSF caused 88% increase in weight gain as compared to controlled. BSF also increased 43% survival rate of Nile tilapia fingerlings as compared to fingerlings fed with controlled diet. Water quality was not much affected by all diets. Water quality parameters like DO, pH, temperature, ammonia and phosphorus all were in optimum range for tilapia culture. However, BSF provided 136% more phosphorus as compared to controlled. This study reveals the beneficial effects of BSF larvae protein source for Nile tilapia culture. So, from these findings, it can be suggested to partially replace fish meal with BSF larvae meal.
Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS): Assessing the Crucial Role of Nurses in Improving Patient Outcomes and Healthcare Efficiency" at Aster Sanad Hospital Riyadh (Cesarean section)
Authors: Alawor Ihab Ibrahim , Alghamdi Essam Saad , Shezada Anwar Zeb , Srinivasa Thrupthi M. , Arcibal Ronald , Alhaiti Ali Hassan , Jibreel Ebtesam , Argungu Zulkiflu Musa
Published: September 2024

Background: Surgical advancements have led to the development of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) guidelines. This study aims to assess the nurse’s role in improving patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency using ERAS. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Aster Sanad Hospital Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire and from electronic medical records. The study sample was given a self-administered questionnaire. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 21 (IBM SPSS Statistics, Armonk, NY) to analyze the data. Result: The result shows that there is a significant level of confidence among a notable portion of respondents regarding their understanding of ERAS protocols, there are also areas of uncertainty and variability, indicating the need for targeted interventions to enhance comprehension and implementation. Moreover, there is widespread acknowledgement of the pivotal role of nurses in ERAS implementation, yet significant proportions express reservations about nurses' training, workload constraints, and support from healthcare institutions. Conclusion: Overall, these findings emphasize the multifaceted nature of ERAS implementation, requiring a comprehensive approach that addresses training, communication, workload, and resource allocation to optimize patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency in Cesarean surgery units at Aster Sanad Hospital.
The Clinical Presentation of Epidemic Conjunctivitis in Sudan
Authors: Ibraheim Khalil Ali , Ahmed Hussain Gadelkarim
Published: September 2024

Background: Viral conjunctivitis is a prevalent eye infection that is typically linked to epidemic circumstances. The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical features of continuing viral conjunctivitis in Sudan during times of conflict. Methodology: This is a prospective descriptive study that was launched after seeing an uncommon presentation of acute hemorrhagic conjunctivitis in people of all ages around the beginning of August 2024. Results: Subconjunctival hemorrhage (SCH) was observed in a total of 83 cases, with 76% being males and 95% being females. Swelling of the eyelids was observed in 82 patients, with 82.5% being males and 81% being females. Conjunctival edema was observed in a total of 79 patients, with 77.7% being males and 81% being females. The majority of the patients exhibited symptoms in both eyes, while 8% and 4% experienced symptoms in the left eye and right eye, respectively. Conclusion: This pandemic of viral conjunctivitis, which often begins in one eye and spreads to the other, can clear itself in a week or two, based on the typical clinical symptoms. Steroids and antibiotics work synergistically to alleviate symptoms and avoid bacterial infections.
Study of penetrating deformation along strip thickness during rolling of composite materials
Authors: Morozov Yu.A. , Belelyubsky B.F.
Published: September 2024

Numerical modeling of the propagation of plastic deformation across the cross-section of the rolled strip is carried out, which is especially important during secondary compaction rolling of composite products, due to the existing discontinuity of such a material, consisting of individual particles of metal powders. The developed algorithm for determining оf penetrating deformation will avoid mutual overlap of compressive stresses from each roll and prevent the appearance of tensile stresses at half-height of the strip, leading to destruction of the material. The results obtained will find application in the development of sheet rolling technologies (monomaterials and composite products), as well as in modeling the stress-strain state of the material and analyzing the causes of the appearance of layer cracks in rolled products.
Formation of structure and physical and mechanical properties of reinforcing steels during high-temperature thermomechanical treatment
Authors: Kutepov S.N. , Klement'ev D.S. , Shatul'sky A.A.
Published: September 2024

The effect of high-temperature thermomechanical treatment (HTMT) modes on the formation of the structure and physical and mechanical properties of reinforcing St5 steel is considered. It is shown that with HTMT in the mode of intensive (interrupted) cooling, there is a significant difference in hardness (47 HRC on the surface versus 31 HRC in the core) and a significant change in mechanical properties (σв, σ0,2, δ5). It is established that under conditions of maximum intensive cooling, the reinforcing bar does not have time to completely calcinate. The use of continuous cooling mode allows for a more uniform distribution of mechanical properties. The production of high-strength reinforcement of А800, А1000, Аt1200 strength classes after the HTMT is ensured by the formation of a dispersed martensitic-troostite structure in steel.
Dependences of grain size of low-carbon corrosion-resistant 07Kh16N4B steel on degree of deformation in recrystallization temperature range
Authors: Bazhenov E.O. , Fomichev A.S. , Galkin V.V. , Gavrilov G.N.
Published: September 2024

The recrystallization temperature of 1050 °C of corrosion-resistant 07Kh16N4B steel is determined. The dependences of the grain size on the degree of deformation up to 70 % at deformation temperatures of 1050, 1100, 1150 °C are constructed. The dependencies have the form of non-monotonic curves and are characterized by the presence of two abrupt increases in grain size. When constructing the dependence, it is taken into account that the maximum level of actual deformation at low degrees of total deformation is not in the center of the deposited sample, but at a certain height along the line between the center and the end face, the position of which is determined by mathematical modeling. The intervals of critical degrees of deformation are determined and recommendations are given on the degrees of compression depending on the deformation temperature.