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EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH REGARDING THE HARVEST OF SOME MEDICINAL PLANTS FROM FAM. LAMIACEAE
Authors:   INMA, MUSCALU ADRIANA , TUDORA CĂTĂLINA ,   INMA, PETRE ANCUȚA ,   INMA, BARCANU ELENA ,   SCDL, MÂRZAN OANA ,   SCDA, CONSTANTINESCU EMILIA ,   Universitatea din Craiova, Facultatea de Agronomie
Published: March 2022

Medicinal plants from Fam. Lamiaceae are characterized by the presence of compounds that have a high antioxidant activity. The quality of plant material depends on a complex of factors, which also includes harvesting. Applying especially to cultivated species, mechanized harvesting conditions the obtaining of profitable productions of medicinal plants. The paper presents the experimental results obtained in the tests of the Multifunctional equipment for harvesting medicinal and aromatic plants (experimental model) in the crops of Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia Mill.) Respectively Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis L.), both from the fam. Lamiaceae, made on small areas.
STUDY REGARDING THE NECESSARY TOPOGRAPHIC WORKS DRAWING ON THE FIELD OF THE MAIN TOPOGRAPHIC ELEMENTS OF AGRITOURISTIC CONSTRUCTION
Authors:   University of Craiova, Faculty of Agronomy, CĂLINA AUREL , CĂLINA JENICA ,   University of Craiova, Faculty of Agronomy
Published: March 2022

The paper presents a modern method of field application of an agrotourism reception structure using a high-performance topographic equipment of the latest generation, with the help of which a series of completely new procedures and tracing operations could be applied on the field. The construction will be located in the beautiful and dynamic agrotourism area Bulzești - Măldărești, in the South-West Oltenia development region, an area that has a rich and valuable natural and anthropic tourist potential, which has not been capitalized on its true value, due to the lack of main of the tourist reception structures. The aim of the paper was to prepare in the best conditions the technical documentation necessary primarily for the design of the construction, but at the same time it can be used further in the next phases of its drawing and actual execution. From the presented, it was found that the work performed fully complies with the precision requirements and legal regulations imposed on such a work, and tracing as the main method of field application of the main elements of a construction could be performed according to the requirements of precision, detail and accuracy by the designer and the beneficiary.
RESEARCH ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INDUSTRY 4.0 IN INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS
Authors:   INMA, Bucharest, Romania, DUMITRU DRAGOȘ NICOLAE , PETRE A.A. ,   INMA, Bucharest, Romania, CURUIA N. ,   INMA, Bucharest, Romania, STOIAN M. A ,   INMA, Bucharest, Romania
Published: March 2022

In the context of Industry 4.0, manufacturing systems are being upgraded to a smart level. Intelligent manufacturing takes advantage of advanced technologies, information and manufacturing to achieve flexible, intelligent and reconfigurable manufacturing processes in order to address a dynamic and global market. It allows all physical processes and information flows to be available, when and where they are needed across supply chains, multiple industries, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and large companies. Smart manufacturing requires certain core technologies to activate devices or machines in order to vary their behaviors in response to different situations and requirements based on past experiences and learning abilities. The technologies allow direct communication with the production, thus allowing the solution and adaptation of problems and decisions that must be taken in a timely manner.
OUTLOOK ON INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SUBJECTS OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION AND MUNICIPALITIES
Authors:   Institute for Regional Economic Studies Russian Academy of Sciences, Okrepilov Vladimir V. , Shmatko Alexey D. ,   Institute for Regional Economic Studies Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: March 2022

The article was prepared on the basis of the materials of the analytical report of Okrepilov V.V., Shmatko A.D. presented at the round table of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation «On the development of infrastructure of the subjects of the Russian Federation and municipalities through which supporting highways pass» on September 21, 2021. The authors express their gratitude to the staff of the Institute of Regional Economy Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, who provided the materials for preparation of the report: E. B. Kostyanovskaya, S. V. Kuznetsov, A. N. Leontieva, L. A. Losin, M. V. Sviridenko, V. V. Solodilov.
Étude de faisabilité d’un service générique d’accueil et de diffusion des données simples : recueil des besoins et des contraintes des usagers
Authors:   Collège Données de la Recherche
Published: March 2022

Le document présente les besoins et contraintes des usagers concernant la création d'un entrepôt générique national, première phase de l'étude de faisabilité. Il détaille les attentes concernant l'entrepôt, reposant sur la confiance, la qualité et la responsabilité, et celles portant sur les différents types d'usagers sur un plan technique et fonctionnel.
Recommandations aux revues souhaitant définir une « politique de données » liées aux publications
Authors: Feret Romain , Gouzi Françoise Catherine , Guigonis Sandra , Jouguet Hélène , Larousse Nicolas , Thomas Armelle
Published: March 2022

Le document est destiné à des comités éditoriaux qui souhaitent mettre en place, pour leurs revues, une politique de données. Celle-ci définit ce que la revue attend de ses auteurs et autrices en matière de gestion et de diffusion des données liées à ses publications. Les recommandations portent sur sept éléments à prendre en compte dans la politique.
Types de documents, productions et activités valorisées par la science ouverte et éligibles à une évaluation
Authors:   Collège Publications
Published: March 2022

La mise en œuvre de la science ouverte nécessite la prise en compte de l’ensemble des processus et activités de recherche dans l’évaluation. Dans ce but, le document liste les types de documents et productions élaborés pendant le cycle de la recherche et leurs modes de diffusion ouverte ainsi que les types d'activités éligibles à une évaluation.
Impact of Remote Working Environment on Employee Motivation, Engagement, and Job Satisfaction: A Study of Service Sector from UAE
Authors: Jawabri Adnan , Alarmoti Ayman , Rehman Waheedur
Published: March 2022

With the advancement in technologies and the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, significant changes have begun to take place in businesses, causing jobs to move from workplaces to homes indefinitely. For some, the transition from office to work was simple, while for others, juggling family and work has become a roller-coaster ride of emotions. Not all remote employees can sustain their remote working due to reduction in employee productivity and engagement. Targeting this aspect, the study focuses on examining the impact of remote working on employee motivation, engagement, and job satisfaction in case of UAE service sector. The empirical examination of 316 employee’s perception shows that remote working has a positive as well as negative impact on employee motivation, engagement, and job satisfaction. To sustain in a competitive environment, it is essential to mitigate the shortcomings and create a motivating working environment for employees.
MODELLING THE IMPACT OF THE OIL SPILL POLLUTION IN ILDIR BAY, TURKEY
Authors: GÜNDÜZ Murat , SÖZER Adil
Published: March 2022

On the 18 of December 2016 a Panama-flagged ship, M/V Lady Tuna, was stranded off the coast of Ildır Bay, Turkey. According to the authorities 75.38 m3 (approximately 73 tons) heavy fuel-oil was released to the sea. It is the worst environmental disaster in the region mainly affecting the coastal areas of the Ildır Bay. To better understand the effects of the oil spill, a series of models were set-up in the region. The fate of the oil spill was predicted by MEDSLIK-II oil spill model forced by currents and temperature from an Aegean Sea circulation model based on NEMO (Nucleus for European Models of the Ocean) and winds from an atmospheric Re-Analysis model (ECMWF, ERA-INT). A couple of sensitivity experiments were conducted by changing the discharge duration and amount, the sensitivity results were compared with observations. The model results are in good agreement with the available observations. The model successfully predicts the path of the oil spill in the sea surface and its final destinations along the coast. The oil makes first land contact after 36 hours of accident. Due to the dominated and consisted southward currents and weak wind speed at the time of the accident, the effects of the oil were luckily limited without any high dispersion at the coast.
«Su Juez Mayor». Administración de justicia, derecho y comunidad en el Antiguo Régimen: el Juez Mayor de Vizcaya
Authors: Merino Malillos Imanol
Published: March 2022

La justicia del Antiguo Régimen era un reflejo de la complejidad de las entidades jurídico-políticas existentes. Las monarquías europeas recogían su carácter jurídico compuesto en la administración de justicia, pues diversas corporaciones y comunidades disponían de derechos y de jueces y tribunales propios. En el entramado judicial de la Corona de Castilla fue instituida una figura particular, pues se trataba de un magistrado radicado en un tribunal superior, la Chancillería de Valladolid, que suponía un fuero especial para un colectivo y para un territorio.
Régimen jurídico de las zonas húmedas del Reino de Valencia (xvxviii). Aproximación a la política colonizadora y a la gestión de aprovechamientos.
Authors: Abellán Contreras Francisco José
Published: March 2022

Las zonas húmedas o humedales, desde tiempos inmemoriales, han sido objeto de un tratamiento legal especial al constituir una amenaza seria para la salud pública. De esta concepción «peyorativa» quedaban excluidas las albuferas y salinas reales, que desde época medieval adquirieron la condición regalía. Así es, estos singulares espacios junto a los beneficios que reportaba tanto la explotación como el comercio de sus recursos eran una prerrogativa que nutría las arcas del Real Patrimonio; de ahí protección especial.
Recepción de abogados e interacciones universitarias en la última audiencia indiana: Cuzco, 1787-1825
Authors: Tormo Camallonga Carlos
Published: March 2022

En este estudio examinamos lo que supuso la fundación de la última de las audiencias virreinales en relación con la matrícula de abogados y sus estudios universitarios, protagonistas imprescindibles en el funcionamiento de la Justicia y, cada vez más, en una opinión pública crecientemente influyente, en este caso en una comunidad social inmersa en profundos cambios políticos, jurídicos y universitarios, así como económicos e incluso étnicos... Es un tema que veremos en aquellos aspectos que muestran particularidades dignas de ser destacadas respecto a otras audiencias y universidades, y que se explican por la realidad contestataria tan particular de la región cuzqueña en el tránsito del XVIII al XIX.
Generative Adversarial Network for Simulation of Load Balancing Optimization in Mobile Networks
Authors: Fu Jie Tey Fu Jie Tey , Fu Jie Tey Tin-Yu Wu , Tin-Yu Wu Yueh Wu , Yueh Wu Jiann-Liang Chen
Published: March 2022

The commercial operation of 5G networks is almost ready to be launched, but problems related to wireless environment, load balancing for example, remain. Many load balancing methods have been proposed, but they were implemented in simulation environments that greatly differ from 5G networks. Current load balancing algorithms, on the other hand, focus on the selection of appropriate Wi-Fi or macro & small cells for Device to Device (D2D) communications, but Wi-Fi facilities and small cells are not available all the time. For this reason, we propose to use the macro cells that provide large coverage to achieve load balancing. By combing Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) with the ns-3 network simulator, this paper uses neural networks in TensorFlow to optimize load balancing of mobile networks, increase the data throughput and reduce the packet loss rate. In addition, to discuss the load balancing problem, we take the data produced by the ns-3 network simulator as the real data for GAN.

 
Application of Internet of Things Framework in Physical Education System
Authors: Shuai Wang Shuai Wang
Published: March 2022

In order to improve the effect of physical education, based on the Internet of Things technology, this paper combines sensor technology to construct a physical education system based on the Internet of Things framework. Based on the characteristics of system integrated multi-sensor in the collection of environmental characteristic parameters, this paper designs the system’s multi-sensor data fusion model from the perspective of sensor type classification. Moreover, this paper combines the actual needs of physical education to construct the framework of the Internet of Things physical education system. In addition, this paper verifies the performance of the system through comparative experiments, and statistically researches the results and analyzes the data by mathematical statistical methods. The experimental research results show that the physical education system based on the framework of the Internet of Things can play an important auxiliary role in the physical education of college students.

 
Vibrational Bruise Prediction of Harvested Kiwifruits under Transportation based on the BP Neural Network
Authors: Shujie Song Shujie Song , Shujie Song Xue Huang , Xue Huang Yuchi Li
Published: March 2022

Vibrational bruise is one of the most common mechanical damages of fruit under transportation. Transportation vibrational bruise prediction can provide important theoretical basis for reducing the bruise and package design. However, there is no related research about the vibrational bruise prediction of fruits. In this study, a vibrational bruise prediction model based on BP neural network was established to predict the vibrational bruise of harvested kiwifruit. The inputs of the prediction model included the vibrational acceleration, vibrational frequency and time, and this network model was trained using adaptive learning rate method based on momentum gradient descent, the vibrational bruise deformation of kiwifruit could be predicted. The results showed that the neural network model has a good prediction effect of vibrational bruise deformation, and the average relative error of predicting vibrational bruise of kiwifruit is 1.32%, and the average absolute error was 0.01, and R2 is 0. 9683. It can provide a weighable theoretical and data reference for the food storage and transportation.

 
Scrocchiarsi le dita: osteocondrosi della testa metacarpale
Authors: Cortellazzo Wiel Luisa , Gortani Giulia , Pastore Serena , Sanabor Daniela , Barbi Egidio
Published: March 2022

The case of a metacarpal head osteochondrosis in a 13-year-old girl is described. The differential diagnosis and the therapeutic approach of this rare condition are discussed.
A comparison of Low Dose with Standard Dose Chest CT Scan in Diagnosis of COVID-19
Authors: Mughal Hina Hanif , Imran Aftab Muhammad , Ali Madiha , Mehmood Faisal , Yaqoob Sana , Majeed Mutayyaba
Published: March 2022

Aim: Comparison of safety profile of low dose CT scan chest with standard dose CT scan in Covid 19. Study design: Prospective study Place and duration of study: Department of Radiology, Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi from -01-09-2020 to 31-03-2021. Methods After approval from ERB, 45 COVID-19 positive patients diagnosed by PCR, aged 55 years and above were selected. In the prospective study, these patients with normal CXR were advised for same day chest CT scan. Initially, a standard dose of chest CT scan of 150mAs was applied. After assessing the chest signs of Covid on scan, a low-dose CT of 30mAs was performed instantly. A comparison was made to check the diagnostic accuracy of standard-dose and low-dose CT for the identification of features of typical COVID19 pneumonia. Results: The mean age of patients was 58.27±7.23. An admirable intra-reader agreement was found between low- and standard-dose CT in identifying typical findings of COVID pneumonia (intraclass correlation coefficient [ICC] = 0.98–0.99 with A p value of less than 0.001 of all readers). Mean effective dose values of low and standard dose groups were 1.69±0.38 mSv and 7.21±1.23, correspondingly. Values of absolute cancer risk per mean cumulative effective dose of low & standard dose chest CT examinations were 0.68 × 10−4 and 2.41×10−4 respectively. Conclusions: The low dose CT chest protocol is better than standard dose for the identification of typical COVID-19 pneumonia features in routine practice with substantial decrease in dose of radiation as well as estimated cancer risk. Keywords: SARS CoV 2, Diagnosis, CT scan, Safety profile
Role of Sonomammography as First Radiological Diagnostic Modality in Patients with Complain of Mastalgia
Authors: Mansoor Mahwash , Bazai Rizwana Rahman , Phul Akhtar Hussain , . Arifa
Published: March 2022

Aim: To evaluate sonomammography as the first radiological diagnostic modality in patients with mastalgia. Study design: Observational cross-sectional study Place and duration of study: Department of Radiology, Sandeman Provincial Hospital Quetta and Akram Hospital Quetta from 1st February 2019 to 31st July 2019. Methodology: Ultrasounds of 60 patients were performed who presented with complain of mastalgis. Patients with history of lump, nipple discharge, carcinoma breast, implant and HRT were excluded. Result: The aged from 16 to 47 of the patients. Forty eight patients had normal/negative sonomamography. Twelve patients had positive report where lesion were, benign 9, intermediate 1 and malignant 2. There were 45 patients were married and 15 patients were unmarried. Patients with unilateral breast pain complain were 28 while bilateral were 32. Patients with cyclical breast pain were 7. Conclusion: The sonomammography is a valuable diagnostic tool in patients with breast pain to reassure and satisfy the patient. Normal ultrasound breast with proper reassurance and counseling, appropriate self examination technique can lead the way. Sonomamography is easily available at outdoor patient department. It is noninvasive and radiation free technique which is comfortably acceptable by the patient and satisfy their attendants. Keywords: Sonoammography. Benign, Malignant, Mastalgia
Evaluating the Factors Affecting the Occurrence of Symptomatic COVID-19 Illness after Vaccination
Authors: Zehra Tehzeeb , Aamir Rahila , Batool Uzma , Baig Wajahat Sultan , Bacha Faisal , Riaz Nimra
Published: March 2022

Background: Vaccination against COVID-19 illness is mainstay of undertaking the pandemic. However, it has been frequently observed that many patients developed COVID-19 illness after vaccination. Aim: To find out the factors other than the “mere chance” affecting the development of COVID-19 illness after vaccination so to identify high risk population and to suggest modify their vaccinations accordingly. Study design: Descriptive, retrospective cohort study Place and duration of study: Falahee Foundation Clinics of Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad from 1st February 2021 to 31st July 2021. Methodology: Sixty health care workers (HCW) who got vaccinated were enrolled. Results: 34 (58.6%) were male and 26 (41.4%) were females with mean age of 42±8.3 years. Twenty (33.3%) HCWs developed post vaccination symptoms, 12 of them got their COVID-19 PCR done. Seven (58.33%) had positive PCR and 5 (41.66%)had negative PCR. Female gender and co-morbid conditions affected the post vaccination symptoms and positivity of PCR significantly. Conclusion: Female gender, hypothyroidism, hypertension and celiac disease patients proved high risk for vaccination in our limited cohort. So co-morbid condition need consideration regarding further inquiry and necessary vaccination modifications. Keywords: Factors, Co-morbid, Post-vaccination
Effect of the Dental Office Environment and the Dentist's Attire on children's cooperation
Authors: Ijaz Faiza , Umar Ahmed , Ayub Uzair , Fayyaz Zahra , Bajwa Sikandarjaved , Rashid Asma , Babar Bilal Zaman , Khurshid Maryam , Abbas Tanveer
Published: March 2022

Aim: The purpose of this cross-sectional descriptive study was to ascertain children's dental clinic choices in order to alleviate anxiety during dental operations. This study employed a survey approach. Methods: A questionnaire was developed to identify a child's choice for a dental facility in order to ease anxiety associated with dental procedures. The research enrolled 92 children aged 7–10 years. The kids were arbitrarily chosen following their initial dental appointment at a private dental institution. Data were analysed using SPSS. The Chi-squared test was used to compare responses to questionnaire questions across age and gender categories. P 0.05 was deemed significant statistically. Results: The demographic data of 92 kids shows that 34% Boys prefer male dentists, whereas 28% girls prefer female dentists. Majority of females opting for lab coats at 23%. Also, 11% of boys and 11% of girls preferred a dentist in surgical gowns. 86% of the kids who were asked like having cartoons on their doctor's office walls. Among them, 50 (54.3%) of the boys liked clinics with cartoon paintings the best. Conclusion: The outcomes of this study will help the dental team build a comfortable dental environment for children, lowering anxiety and enhancing overall treatment quality. Keywords: Child Anxiety, Dentist Attire, child cooperation, dental office cartoon walls
Clinical Efficacy of Oral Administration of Finasteride at a dose of 2.5mg/Day in Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Authors: Niazi Nuzha , Malik Aisha , Khan Farwa Nasir , Ishfaq Rabia , . Quratulain , Imtiaz Aqsa
Published: March 2022

Aim: To find clinical efficacy of oral administration of finasteride at a dose of 2.5mg/day in women with female pattern hair loss. Study design: Descriptive cases series Place and duration of study: Department of Dermatology, Unit II, Mayo Hospital Lahore from 01-10-2019 to 31-03-2020. Methodology: A total of 137 cases were taken. Trichoscopy was performed at enrollment and after 5 months. At the standardized resolution of each image, ratio of terminal to vellus hair measured at two sites of the scalp. Clinical efficacy was determined as per operational definition at 5th month of treatment. Results: Patients ranged between 40-70 years of age with mean age of 49.5±6.9 years. Pre-menopause women were 99 (72.3%) while post-menopause were 38(27.7%). Mean duration of FPHL was observed 4.4±1.3 months. Out of 137 cases, 92 women (67.2%) belonged to Ludwig scale-I and remaining 45 women (32.8%) belonged to Ludwig scale-II. Clinical efficacy of finasteride 2.5mg/day was found in 85 women (62%). Stratification for age, duration of FPHL, menopause status, and baseline Ludwig scale was also carried out. Four to six months duration of FPHL, premenopausal women and lower Ludwig scale showed significant effect of finasteride (p <0.001, p=0.010 and p 0.003, respectively). Conclusion: In conclusion, the efficacy of administration of finasteride at a dose of 2.5 mg/day for patients with female pattern hair loss was recorded 62%, and it was also observed that finasteride revealed better effect on hair growth in patients having lower Ludwig score. Keywords: Female pattern hair loss; Finasteride, Efficacy, Oral administration.
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Myopia among Medical students
Authors: Abdul Malik Mohammad Hamza Bin , Mohydin Mahnoor , Saeed Aamir , Arif Mariam , Abdul Malik Mohammad Awais Bin , Mohydin Shahmeer , Sami Amtul Musawir
Published: March 2022

Aim: To access the prevalence and investigate the contributing risk factors of myopia in M.B.B.S students impacted by medical school lifestyle practices Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted for a period of two months between September and October of 2020, among the students of Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan. Data was collected by using questionnaires from medical students. IRB approval was granted. Descriptive analysis was done using the research tool SPSS 25. Results: Out of 110 medical students, majority were male and 83.6% were myopic. Off which, 56.4% had a refractive error less than -3.00 D, 22.7% had a refractive error between -3.00 D to -6.00 D and 1.8% above -6.00 D. About 61.8% students had the onset of myopia in their adult age, while 23.6% since childhood. 54 students have a myopic familial history. Students spent most of their time doing near work like studying with 58.2% students reported use of digital devices (also at night). Most of the students wear prescription glasses, with 67.3% use it while writing. About 73.6% students do not take rest after doing work. About 70% students do not do any hourly outdoor exercise. Only 12.7 % of the students have an intake of vitamin A supplements. 97 % students do not have any history of ocular trauma, ocular surgery and laser treatment. Conclusion: Proper measures need to be taken by health authorities and medical college’s student affairs department to guide the students on how to improve heathy eye hygiene and routines. Regular ocular checkups should also be encouraged. It is recommended for students to study in good light, take proper rest, reduce their nutritional deficiencies and most importantly limit their screen time, especially at night. Health education programmers and medical education policy makers should be involved to ensure the implementation of frameworks that facilitate the control of risk factors of myopia amongst medical students. Keywords: Medical students, Myopia, Near work, Screen time.
Experience of Resection and Anastomosis for Tracheal Stenosis in a Tertiary Care Public Sector Hospital
Authors: Ahmad Tanveer , Mazcuri Misauq , Malik Shoaib , Ali Nadir , Abid Ambreen , Sikandar Nazish
Published: March 2022

Objective: To document etiological spectrum of tracheal stenosis and results of resection and primary anastomosis Methodology: This prospective study was conducted in the Department of Thoracic surgery, Jinnah Postgraduate Medical center, Karachi from July 2019 to July 2021. All patients presenting with tracheal stenosis, fit for surgical resection were included. Results: Study comprised of 36 patients with 24(66.7%) males and 12(33.3) females. Mean age was 22.67±5.8 (7-35) years. Symptom duration was 22.77±14.5 weeks (range 6-60). Twenty-eight (77.8%) were benign and 8(22.2%) were malignant. Benign strictures were seen more among males (22/24; 91.7%; p=0.005) and malignant in females (6/12; 50%; p=0.005). Stridor and dyspnea was the commonest presentation. Hemoptysis was seen in four patients with squamous cell carcinoma (p=<0.001).Tracheal stenosis occurred at C7–T1 in 12 (33.3%), at C6-C7 and C6-T1 in 8 (22.2%) each. Non-intubated anesthesia used in 16 (44.4%) patients; Cervical and cervico-sternal approach used in 28(77.8%) and 8(22.2%) cases, respectively. Post-operatively, luminal diameter increase was 8.89±2.3 mm. Tumor-free margins were obtained in all squamous cell carcinoma (p=<0.001) cases. On table extubation was successful in 34(94.4%). Commonest complications were restenosis 6 (16.6%) and anastomotic leaks with emphysema in 4(11.1%). Post-operative duration of stay was 13.3±9.37 days. One (2.8%) patient died due to respiratory failure. Another required permanent tracheostomy. Mechanical ventilation was required in 4 (11.1%) due to respiratory compromise (p=<0.001) and tracheomalacia. Conclusion: A multidisciplinary approach in the management of tracheal stenosis produces the best outcome in operable cases with low morbidity and mortality. Keywords: Tracheal stenosis, stridor, dyspnea, restenosis
Efficacy of Cranberry Juice in the Prevention of Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection
Authors: Aziz Uzma , Khan Shazia Khalid , Altaf Uzma , Zainab Alia , Kanwal Anikah , Naz Farhat
Published: March 2022

Background: One of the most common bacterial infections in primary care is urinary tract infections, which are second only to respiratory infections. Women are at higher risk of developing IBD. Cranberry has long been known for its beneficial effects on urinary tract health. Clinical trials have shown that regular consumption of cranberry juice can prevent UTI. Aim: To determine the efficacy of cranberry juice in prevention of recurrence of urinary tract infection in females with recurrent UTIs presenting in a tertiary care hospital. Study design& duration: Descriptive Case Series from 01-04-2016 TO 30-09-2016. Setting: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore. Methods: A total of 160 females were prescribed 300mg concentrated cranberry extract twice daily for 12 weeks. Females were followed up in OPD at 6 weeks and 12 weeks for evaluation of symptoms and sign determined on clinical examination and a urine culture for recurrence of UTI, if symptoms of UTI and a +ve culture noticed during follow-up period then recurrence was labeled. Results: Patients ranged between 18-40 year. Mean age of the patients was 30.78±6.55 years. Total no of caseswas 160, 49 patients (30.6%) were primigravida and 111 patients (69.4%) were multigravida. Efficacy of cranberry extract was observed in 130 cases (81.3%). Stratification with regard to age, and parity was carried out Conclusion: In conclusion, the results of the present study support that cranberry extract associated with protective effect against recurrent urinary tract infections in our population. Keywords: Recurrent urinary tract infection, Cranberry extract, Prevention
To Determine the Association between Endometrial Polyp and Metabolic Syndrome
Authors: Rasool Saba , Raffique Sidra , Bashir Maria , Rauf Abdul , Maqbool Amna , Shaukat Shysta
Published: March 2022

Background: Endometrial polyps are common among females especially in postmenopausal women. They have different type of prognosis and could lead to other related comorbidities. Metabolic syndrome is one of those conditions. Aim: To determine the association between endometrial polyp and metabolic syndrome. Study design: Case control study. Place and duration of study: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Unit-IV, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore from12-04-2016 to 13-10-2016. Methodology: One hundred women presenting in the obstetric and gynecological outdoor of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Lahore who meet the inclusion criteria of age between 18 to 60 years and with confirmation of endometrial polyps enrolled in this study. Detailed history and written informed consent was obtained from each patient. Two groups of patients were assimilated as follows. Cases: Those with endometrial polyp (as per operational definition), Controls: Healthy women without endometrial polyp (endometrial thickness≤5mm on transvaginal ultrasound scan). Patient’s workup was done on outdoor basis and demographic details along with presence/absence of metabolic syndrome were recorded in the attached proforma. All patients were examined by a single resident and all labs were acquired from a single (Hospital) laboratory to eliminate bias. Results: The mean age of the study participants was 33.57±6.65 years. The women who presented are maximum of having second parity 42(42%) and parity 3, 23(23%). There was significant difference for the metabolic syndrome in the cases and control as there were 33(62%) cases who have metabolic syndrome and 20(37%) control were having this disease.(odds ratio >1). Conclusion: There is significant association of endometrial polyps with metabolic syndrome. Keywords: Metabolic syndrome, endometrial polyps, Lipid profile.
Successful Pregnancy and Delivery in a patient with Vaginal Stenosis Associated with Stevens - Johnson syndrome
Authors: Mousazadeh Yalda , , Salmani Roghayeh , Bagherbandi Saeedeh
Published: March 2022

This case report aimed to describe a successful case of pregnancy post vaginal stenosis due to SIS. A woman was referred following SJS diagnosis with vaginal stenosis relating to Azithromycin and Naproxen treatment. The patient suffered from blindness due to corneal perforation in the right eye and cutaneous scarring and deformed nails were obvious following SJS. The patient underwent cesarean section. She gave birth to a healthy live female infant weighing 2,900 g with Apgar scores of 9 and 10 at 1 and 5 min. Mother and baby were well and discharged 48 h later and both remained healthy at the six-week postnatal review. Health providers must be careful concerning the reaction of the drugs especially the one is the Stevens- Johnson-syndrome (SJS) which is a potentially fatal condition. The women with a history of SJS should be assessed in their pregnancy to exclude stenosis etc.
Родителски тренинг, специфициран на базата възраст на детето
Authors:   Sofia University „St. Kliment Ohridski“, Стоева Теодора
Published: March 2022

The article addresses the issue of parenting training related to improving parenting skills and reducing ineffective parenting practices. Based on a study of parenting styles leading to emotional and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents, recommendations are made for educating parents based on the age of their children. For children, the results show that emotional neglect, overt rejection, authoritarianism, and punishment are important for the onset of emotional and behavioral disorders. This determines the need for parents to apply supportive and guiding strategies in their behavior towards their children. For adolescence, the results show that authoritarianism, punishment, lack of empathy, and lack of cooperation are important for the emergence of emotional and behavioral problems. This determines the need for the parent to effectively implement not only the supportive and guiding strategy, but also the cooperation strategy. The article also addresses the issue of individual counseling of the parent, which aims to activate his reflexive ego and develop a meta-position regarding the deep roots of his own behavior.
The Image of the Other in the Cultural Practices of the Modernity
Authors:   Rivne State Humanitarian University, Vytkalov Serhii , Smyrna Lesia ,   National Academy of Arts of Ukraine, Petrova Iryna ,   Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts, Skoryk Adriana ,   Petro Tcnaikovsry National Academy of Music, Goncharova Olena ,   Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts
Published: March 2022

The cultural diversity and the culture of plural coexistence becomes the global problem of existence. Mutual penetration and leveling of the boundary having divided the world into Other and Own is relevant, as it challenges identity in the conditions of openness and unification. Own culture is able to reveal its potential and present its essential features and original character only in the context of a different cultural dimension. The complex intertwinings, connections, influences of the cultures of different peoples and their worldviews in a single world cultural space are illuminated by the dialogue. Dialogue determines the nourishing interaction, which allows to get richer by knowing the unique, valuable experience of the Other, to expand the horizons of one’s own existence. The atmosphere created by the dialogue is marked by humanism, implies the dignity and the right of each participant to argue their own point of view, therefore, to use their own intellectual abilities, knowledge and values.
A prospective study of diagnosis and management options of chronic pancreatitis in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Agarwal Amit , Verma Rajiv , Khan Mohd Aslam , Goyal Madan Lal
Published: March 2022

Introduction: Chronic pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition that results permanent structural changes in the pancreas which leads to impairment of exocrine and endocrine function. This is fundamental basis why patients with this disorder commonly present with abdominal pain or maldigestion, or both. Pain is the cardinal feature of chronic pancreatitis, its presentation varies significantly among patients. The classic pain is located in epigastrium, It radiates to the back, and is associated with oral intake, nausea, vomiting, and is relieved by sitting forward. Materials and Methods: A prospective study was conducted at Department of General Surgery, Tertiary care hospitals in North India from February 2021 to January 2022 (1 year). Patients with malignant lesions of pancreas with chronic pancreatitis were included in the study. 100 cases of chronic pancreatitis, prospectively with an average follow up of 1 year from February 2021 to January 2022 (1 year). Data collection was done by collecting chronic pancreatitis cases from hospital database. The case files of all these patients were studied in detail regarding the onset and duration of the disease, pain status at time of acute onset, alcohol history, analgesic requirements, exocrine and endocrine dysfunction and number of hospital admissions.
Statistical analysis - impact of food processing industry on Indian economy
Authors: Saini Neha , Sharma Roopali
Published: March 2022

The food industry of India Is known for enormous growth and rising involvement to global food market every year .Indian food processing industry has achieved an extraordinary profit & growth due to its tremendous scope for value addition . In this study, the relationships between the food processing sector  and the economic growth were studied using regression analysis . The regression model is made with combined information presented over the period of 2000 – 2017. The study examined the impact of several food processing indicators on growth of economy of India. It showed that that there is positive and significant impact Food Processing industry on Indian economy.
Vietnamese political culture
Authors: Sao Ho Thi Ngoc
Published: March 2022

Currently, political culture is becoming the subject of topical research. There have been many domestic and foreign studies directly or indirectly related to this topic, because politicians and researchers to varying degrees have recognized the importance of political culture to national governance. The prosperity of the country, the happy life of the people, the sustainability of the regime will surely be possible if the country builds a progressive political culture on the basis of national culture. In order to shape a national socialist system and build a political system, it is necessary to develop a foundational theoretical framework to identify the political culture and the country's political system from which it is possible to identify contradictions in the value system of the existing political culture with the Tectonic-oriented political culture, at the same time, seek directions and solutions to realize the political culture background in the future.
Efficacy of hyperpolarized light on lower limb cellulitis with lymphatic disorders
Authors: El Sayed Dalia Galal , Fiaad Mohamed Nabil , Halim Eman Mohamed Abdel , El Hameed Raafat Ezz El Deen Abd
Published: March 2022

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of Hyperpolarized Light on lower limb cellulitis with lymphatic disorders. Methods: Thirty patients with lower limb cellulitis with lymphatic disorders participated in the study and were divided randomly into two equal groups. Group (A) received Hyperpolarized Light and Traditional Skin Care; Group (B) received Traditional skin care only. Both groups were assessed before and after treatment by using ALT 70 diagnostic model. Results: Statistical tests for normality revealed that most of variables were non-normally distributed. So, nonparametric tests were used for within group differences (Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test) and between groups differences (Mann-Whitney U Test). Statistical test used revealed that there was statistically significant difference between groups with significant reduction in ALT posttest in favor of study group A or study group (P-value<0.001). Statistical tests used revealed that there were no statistically significant differences between two groups (Study and control) in any variable of demographic and clinical data patients (P- value >0.05). So, patients participated in the two groups were homogenous.
Chronic Lower Back Pain and Its Relationship with Vibration Exposure and Sitting Duration; A Cross-Sectional Study Among Commercial Motorcycle Driver
Authors: Siagian Bernath , Roestam Ambar W , Soemarko Dewi S , Hirawan Sudadi , Widyahening Indah S , Wibowo Suryo
Published: March 2022

Background: Lower back pain (LBP) complaints are a health issue that may lead to restrictions on work activities. Motorcycles vibrations and long sitting duration on the motorcycles can cause chronic lower back pain complaints. Base motorcycles drivers receive motorcycles vibration exposure while riding a motorcycle. With the large number of base motorcycles drivers in Indonesia, the specific health problems (LBP complaints) in this group need to be examined.Methods: This research method uses a cross sectional study design to examine the relationship of motor vibration exposure and length of sitting to chronic low back pain with sampling technique used is Consecutive sampling. Consecutive sampling is a way of taking samples by selecting samples that meet the inclusion criteria until a certain time period so that the number of samples is met. The sampling period in this study is 2 days. The variables that measured were chronic lower back pain complaints, vibration, long sitting time, age, IMT, smoking, and working time. Data analysis using SPSS Statistics version 25.0. Results: A total of 95 subjects were included in this study. Based on Fisher’s test, the result of the correlation of chronic lower back pain complaints with motor vibrations > 0.5 m/s2 was obtained p = 0.102; OR = N / A). While for long sitting time of >4 hours result in p = 0.717; OR 0.85; CI 95% = 0.34-2.09. There is no difference in age-related chronic lower back pain complaints. At age> 35 years of age p = 0.722; OR 1.57; CI 95% = 0.31-7,9. No significant association between IMT and chronic lower back pain was found. In the IMT group> 25, p = 0.103 was obtained; OR 2.14; 95% CI = 0.85-5.36. There was no significant difference in chronic lower back pain complaints based on smoking status, where smoking group had p = 0.451; OR 1,45; CI 95% = 0.55-3.78. According to the Fisher test, there was no difference in chronic lower back pain complaints based on working age, where groups with> 4 years of work had a p = 0.908 value; OR 1.07; CI 95% = 0.31-3.91. Conclusion: In this study the hypothesis was rejected. There is no association between motorcycles vibration exposure and the occurrence of chronic lower back pain complaints in the base motorcycles driver in Bekasi city. There is no association long sitting time with the occurrence of chronic lower back pain complaints in the base motorcycles driver in Bekasi city.
Journals on Twitter: Clinical Medicine
Authors: Nishikawa-Pacher Andreas
Published: March 2022

Twitter accounts of medical-scientific journals (as of March 2022)
Journals on Twitter: Predatory Journals
Authors: Nishikawa-Pacher Andreas
Published: March 2022

Twitter accounts of predatory journals pertaining to the publishers Allied Academies, iMedPub, SCIRP, and SciTechnol (three of them are OMICS-imprints), as of March 2022.
Assessment of the Price Elasticity of Demand for Veterinary Services: A Case Study of the University of Zambia Veterinary Hospital
Authors:   Department of Disease Control, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia, Box 32379, Lusaka, Zambia, Banda Nelly , Bwalya Eugene C ,   Department of Clinical Studies, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia, Box 32379, Lusaka, Zambia, Munyeme Musso ,   Department of Disease Control, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia, Box 32379, Lusaka, Zambia, Muma John Bwalya ,   Department of Disease Control, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia, Box 32379, Lusaka, Zambia, Mumba Chisoni ,   Department of Disease Control, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zambia, Box 32379, Lusaka, Zambia
Published: March 2022

Developing a price policy that ensures financial viability in order to continue providing a service. The same is true for veterinary services whose economic nature has to be understood for practitioners to adjust prices for smooth income flows to the business. However, veterinary practitioners’ prices often vary across practices without a clear understanding of the economic nature of animal healthcare or elasticity of demand for the services they provide. This study, therefore, aimed to assess the price elasticity of demand for veterinary services using the University of Zambia Veterinary Clinic (UNZAVET) as a case study. To meet this objective, historical five-year data (2014-2018) was collected from the clinics’ medical and financial records. The data was then entered and analysed using both Microsoft Excel and IBM SPSS Version 20. The price elasticity of demand was calculated using an end-point method. The association between inflation rate and revenue was estimated using Simple Linear Regression Analysis. Overall, the results showed that most of the services offered at UNZAVET were relatively inelastic (<1). However, demand for the services gradually declined while total revenue was steadily increased due to the overall increase in prices. The study demonstrated that the country's inflation rate had a direct effect on the rise in prices and a decline in demand for animal health services. There was no significant statistical association (p=0.35) between annual revenue and inflation rate, nevertheless, a unit increase in inflation reduced income by K29, 815.81 (≈$2000) per annum. The study concludes that prices for veterinary services are traded in monopolistic competition, with mostly inelastic commodities. The study recommends that Veterinarians should consider inflation and price elasticity of demand for each animal health commodity before changing prices. Veterinary practitioners must know that within their practice, there are some veterinary services that if you raise their price, consumers will still buy the same amount, and practitioners will make more money. Similarly, there are other commodities which if practitioners lowered their prices; consumers would buy more hence increasing their income on such services.
Conservation Agriculture and Soil Fertility Improvements: Indications from Smallholder Farmers in Chafukuma, Solwezi, Zambia
Authors:   The University of Zambia, Bwalya Umar Bridget , Sakambuta Joshua ,   Solwezi College of Education
Published: March 2022

This study assessed the effects of conservation agriculture (CA) practices on soil fertility of smallholder farmers’ agricultural fields in Chafukuma, North Western Zambia. A total of 34 paired soil samples from adjacent agricultural fields in which CA and conventional agriculture (CV) had been practiced for at least five years were analysed for significant differences in plant available phosphorus (P), exchangeable potassium (K), total nitrogen (N), soil organic carbon (SOC) and soil reaction (pH). Smallholder farmers’ CA practices and their perceptions of CA’s effects on soil fertility were investigated through 34 semi structured interviews. Secondary data on CA was collected through desk analysis of CA publications. The study found evidence of CA associated improvements in soil fertility (Tcalc= 4.520, p < 0.0001). This improvement was attributed to the consistent use of good agronomic practices in CA fields whereas these practices were mostly absent from CV fields. The study concludes that CA improved soil fertility in agricultural fields of smallholder farmers in Chafukuma, and could be promoted in CA systems in other high rainfall areas of Zambia provided all the important agronomic practices are utilized consistently. Most of the CA associated agronomic practices could also be extended to CV fields successfully.