bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Organizational Culture on Financial Performance: Based on Cameron and Quinn Model (CVF)
Authors: K Elnagar Ahmed , Abdelkawi Ahmed , Elshaer Ibrahim , Salama Said
Published: February 2022

The research objective is to investigate the impact of organizational culture (OC) based on the Cameron and Quinn model (The Competing Value Framework) on financial performance (FP) in Egyptian hotels. The research used five dimensions (occupancy percentage, average room rate, RevPAR, average market share, and average revenue) to measure FP in hotels. Quantitative methods were used to achieve the research objective through the questionnaire. A total of 416 questionnaires were provided to general, executive, HR, and quality managers working in four five-star hotels in Sharm El Sheikh city 104 hotel in Egypt. The research used three main data analysis techniques: descriptive analysis, correlation, and multi-regression by SPSS V25. Empirical findings showed that OC positively affected the FP of hotels. The research recommends that hotels in Egypt to attention to the consolidation of OC types because of their positive impact on enhancing the FP of hotels. Hotels should also promote organizational values such as fairness, equality, teamwork, and employee cooperation and, in addition, enhance the interest in organizational beliefs such as the human element and job satisfaction to increase rewards and incentives.
El primer herrerismo
Authors: Caetano Gerardo
Published: February 2022

Luis Alberto de Herrera fue tal vez el líder más importante en la historia casi bicentenaria del Partido Nacional y uno de los dirigentes políticos más influyentes en el Uruguay del siglo xx. A su condición de militante político sumó con especial destaque la de intelectual y “hombre de ideas”, con una larga obra como “ideólogo”, doctrinario, historiador, ensayista, periodista y estudioso de las relaciones internacionales. En el presente artículo se apunta a identificar las notas fundamentales de lo que llamaremos el “primer herrerismo”, cuya configuración inicial ubicaremos entre los comienzos de la militancia política de Herrera y el año 1925, en el que obtuvo uno de sus escasos triunfos electorales que lo llevó a desempeñar la presidencia del Consejo Nacional de Administración. Las tres notas definitorias que se destacarán en esa construcción son el “liberalismo conservador antijacobino”, su visión sobre una inserción internacional “realista” para el Uruguay de la época y su perspectiva “ruralista”. En esta primera construcción del “herrerismo”, las dimensiones políticas e intelectuales de Herrera tienden a converger. Esas tres definiciones ideológicas fundamentales coinciden precisamente con la publicación de tres de sus obras principales durante este período.
Miranda Lida, Amado Alonso en la Argentina.
Authors: Sesnich Laura
Published: February 2022

Miranda Lida, Amado Alonso en la Argentina. Una historia global del Instituto de Filología (1927-1946), Bernal, Universidad Nacional de Quilmes, 2019, 184 páginas
Natalia Milanesio, Destape: Sex, Democracy, and Freedom in Postdictatorial Argentina
Authors: Mercader Sofía
Published: February 2022

Natalia Milanesio, Destape: Sex, Democracy, and Freedom in Postdictatorial Argentina, Pittsburgh, Pa., University of Pittsburgh Press, 2019, 326 páginas
Las competencias en alimentación en el diseño curricular de Introducción a la Física
Authors: Porro Silvia , Lampert Damian
Published: February 2022

En esta investigación se llevó a cabo un análisis cualitativo con carácter exploratorio del Diseño Curricular (DC) de Introducción a la Física (IF), asignatura de 4to año secundario de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, sobre la presencia de los contenidos de alimentación que se incluyen en el mismo.  Para ello, se utilizaron siete dimensiones sobre las competencias en alimentación: (1) los alimentos; (2) funcionamiento del cuerpo con respecto a la nutrición; (3) cocinar; (4) cultivar y elaborar alimentos; (5) comprar alimentos; (6) comer en compañía y (7) la actividad física y el descanso. En el DC de IF se encontraron temas relacionados con el metabolismo y la energía química de los alimentos, la lectura de etiquetas, la huella ecológica en relación a la producción de alimentos y el funcionamiento de una cocina solar.  Estos temas se asocian con las dimensiones  1, 2, 3 y 4 de las competencias en alimentación. Esto demuestra que el tema de la alimentación se encuentra presente en el DC de IF y que, de acuerdo a como es presentado, su abordaje permite trabajar los contenidos disciplinares de la física desde un enfoque CTS (Ciencia, Tecnología y Sociedad).
Cocriação de Consumidores do Brasil e Estados Unidos a partir da Análise do Comportamento de duas Sociedades com Traços Culturais de Alto e Baixo Contexto
Authors: Muratore Nicole Speguem , Lazzari Fernanda , Matte Juliana , Welchen Vandoir
Published: February 2022

O objetivo deste artigo foi analisar o comportamento dos consumidores de dois países (Brasil e EUA) com traços culturais distintos e inseridos em um cenário de cocriação. Para isso, foi realizada uma pesquisa quantitativa, por meio de questões de perfil e de consumo, engajamento, antecipação da satisfação e intenção de compra, no contexto de customização de um tênis. Foram escolhidos EUA e Brasil como países com perfis culturais de baixo contexto e alto contexto, respectivamente. Foram obtidos 405 casos válidos distribuídos entre os dois países (147 brasileiros e 258 norte-americanos), separados em quatro subgrupos diferentes: brasileiros com experiência prévia de cocriação (34), sem experiência prévia de cocriação (113), norte-americanos com experiência prévia de cocriação (71) e sem experiência prévia de cocriação (187). Os resultados apontaram que brasileiros são significantemente mais engajados em comparação aos norte-americanos. Contudo, os norte-americanos apresentaram médias mais altas com relação à antecipação da satisfação e a intenção de compra. Além disso, observou-se que a experiência prévia de cocriação do consumidor não conduziu a respostas comportamentais distintas.
Análise Lexical sobre o/a Jovem Nem-Nem no Documento Trabalho Decente e Juventude/OIT
Authors: Silva Junior Paulo Roberto da , Mayorga Claudia
Published: February 2022

Jovens que nem estudam, nem trabalham e nem procuram emprego têm sido nomeados/as como jovens nem-nem, em diferentes contextos sociais. Tanto no Brasil quanto em outros países do mundo, a juventude nem-nem tem ocupado um lugar de destaque no meio acadêmico, na mídia e nas intervenções por parte do Estado e de outros atores sociais, todos buscando formas de atuar sobre o problema. Diante desse cenário, buscamos compreender as noções construídas sobre os/as jovens nomeados/as como nem-nem, bem como as propostas de controle e regulação produzidas por diferentes atores da sociedade para eles/as. A partir de uma pesquisa documental, apresentamos neste artigo os resultados de uma análise lexical realizada com o auxílio do programa ALCESTE – Análise Lexical por Contexto de um Conjunto de Segmentos de Texto. Os resultados destacam os principais universos semânticos sobre os/as jovens nomeados/as nem-nem em trechos retirados de onze (11) edições do documento Trabalho Decente e Juventude da Organização Internacional do Trabalho. Problematizamos algumas noções que convidam a pensar os/as jovens ditos/as nem-nem como sujeitos vulneráveis e como grupo de risco, sendo as respostas mais imediatas direcionadas ao investimento na subjetividade do/a jovem, reatualizando o mito dos/as jovens pobres como classe perigosa, sem com isso levar em consideração a reprodução social da nossa desigualdade.
Está se Constituindo um Novo Paradigma Psiquiátrico?
Authors: Correia Ana Carolina do Rosário , Lang Charles Elias
Published: February 2022

O psiquiatra francês Georges Lantéri-Laura utilizou-se do conceito de “paradigma”, trabalhado por T. S. Kuhn, para dar conta da racionalidade e da história da psicopatologia. No seu Ensaio sobre os paradigmas da psiquiatria moderna, Lantéri-Laura estabeleceu três paradigmas, situados entre o final do século XVIII e o final do século XX. O primeiro paradigma tem em seu centro a ideia de alienação mental. O segundo trabalha com a noção de que existem as doenças mentais. O terceiro vale-se da noção de estrutura e define as grandes estruturas psicopatológicas. Dessa forma, este ensaio teórico teve como ponto de partida a revisão histórica das tradições psiquiátricas realizada por Lantéri-Laura, buscando avançar e incluir as discussões contemporâneas na proposta de defender um quarto paradigma psiquiátrico orientado pelo conceito de síndrome. Nesse estudo é possível identificar duas lógicas psicopatológicas bastante distintas – uma psicanalítica e outra comportamental –, na qual se funda o Diagnostic and statistic manual of mental disorders (DSM), manual da Associação Americana de Psiquiatria (APA). Para tal fez-se necessária a elaboração de um breve contexto da DSM e de suas cinco edições sobre as principais críticas a esse sistema classificatório. Por fim, discute-se o destino do sistema DSM em face dos novos sistemas diagnósticos emergentes e se conclui que a psicopatologia é um campo diacrônico, em que as mudanças e as atualizações são constantes e necessárias.
Personalized management of prostate cancer: from molecular and imaging markers to radiogenomics
Authors: Mytsyk Yulian , Borzhiyevs’kyy Andriy , Kobilnyk Yuriy , Shulyak A. V. , Dutka Ihor , Borzhiyevs’kyy Oleksandr , Górecki Andrzej
Published: February 2022

Purpose

Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most common cancer in men. The urge to guide treatment tactics based on personal clinical risk factors has evolved in the era of human genome sequencing. To date, personalized approaches to managing PCa patients have not yet been developed. Radiogenomics is a relatively new term, used to refer to the study of genetic variation associated with imaging features of the tumour in order to improve the prognostication of the disease course.

Material and methods

The study is a review of recent knowledge regarding potential clinical applications of radio­genomics in personalized treatment of PCa.

Results

Recent investigations have proven that by combining data on individual genetic tumour features, and radiomic profiling (radiologic-molecular correlation), with traditional staging procedures in order to personalize treatment of PCa, an improved prognostication of PCa course can be performed, and overtreatment of indolent cancer can be avoided. It was found that a combination of multiparametric MRI and gene expression data allowed the detection of radiomic features of PCa, which correlated with a number of gene signatures associated with adverse outcomes. It was revealed that several molecular markers may drive tumour upstaging, allowed the distinction between the PCa stages, and correlated with aggressiveness-related radiomic features.

Conclusions

The radiogenomics of PCa is not a comprehensively investigated area of oncourology. The combination of genomics and radiomics as integrative parts of precision medicine in the future has the potential to become the foundation for a personalized approach to the management of PCa.
INTERACTION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES AS THE BASIS OF EFFECTIVE COMBATING ECONOMIC CRIME
Authors: Nekrasov Vyacheslav , Melnyk Vadym , Kryvosheiev Konstiantyn , Kiiashko Yurii , Yemets Oleh
Published: February 2022

The relevance of this article is due to the place of law enforcement agencies in the system of economic security of Ukraine. The purpose of the article is to conduct a scientific study on the issues of organizing the interaction of law enforcement agencies to ensure the economic security of Ukraine. The leading research methods are general scientific and special research methods, including methods of logic, analysis, comparison etc. The results of this study are a theoretical and practical study of the economic security sphere in Ukraine, outlining general scientific categories and identifying ways to increase the level of cooperation of law enforcement agencies in this field. The significance of the obtained results is reflected in the fact that this study may serve as a basis for outlining future changes to the current legislation of Ukraine on increasing the level of cooperation of law enforcement agencies to ensure the economic security system in Ukraine.
BULLYING:
Authors: O. Khodanovych Vitalii , V. Khodanovych Olesia , O. Smirnova Valeriia , Yu. Ponomarenko Anna
Published: February 2022

The relevance of the problem under research is due to a significant increase in the number of forensic psychological examinations during considering administrative cases and criminal proceedings in issues of bullying, the conduct of which clearly demonstrates the presence of a number of defects in the theoretical justification of this type of examination. The purpose of the study is to try to solve the problems of forensic psychological examination of bullying, the need for which arises in administrative and criminal proceedings. The methodological basis of forensic psychological examination of bullying is made up of general psychological scientific principles: termism, development of the human psyche in the unity of its consciousness and activity, systematic nature, which involves the study of mental activity as a whole. The study found that the current stage of development of forensic psychological examination of bullying is characterized by unequal treatment of both lawyers and psychologists. Forensic psychological examination of bullying requires the development of an appropriate methodology for its implementation, based on the use of a significant number of general psychological and special methods. The materials in this article may be useful for law enforcement personnel, legal proceedings, psychology specialists, and research workers focused on conducting research on bullying problems.
HISTORICITY AND HUMANITY IN HEYDAR ALIYEV’S LITERARY AND THEORETICAL HERITAGE
Authors: Akhmedova Salatin
Published: February 2022

An analysis of the history of Azerbaijan’s independent statehood indicates that such a difficult, complex and honorable mission as building a state could be led by a strong-willed person with a broad and global worldview, supported by the people and become their national leader. In the late 90s of the XX century, the only leader who could claim this role in Azerbaijan and was able to cope with this work was Heydar Aliyev. An important part of the theoretical and practical activities of Heydar Aliyev is his doctrine of national statehood, a national-spiritual and ideological-political worldview. The study of its rich heritage in this area deserves to play the role of an example not only for current socio-political circles, but also for future generations, all the leaders who will lead Azerbaijan. The ideological world of this historical figure, laying the solid foundation of modern Azerbaijan, will always illuminate the path of his followers.
LEGAL PRACTICE IN THE BLOCKCHAIN ERA:
Authors: Grigoryevich Zaprutin Denis , Nikiporets-Takigawa Galina , V. Goncharov Vitaly , Dmitriyevich Sekerin Vladimir , Evgenievna Gorokhova Anna
Published: February 2022

This article examines the current trends in the development of the justice system due to the influence of digitalization in the Russian Federation, expressed in the use of digital technologies that complement the traditional system of evidence. The use of evidence obtained using e-mail, electronic digital signature, electronic documents, etc. is becoming more widespread. The purpose of this article is to study the current state and assess the prospects for using electronic evidence, the nature of which is related to the blockchain technology, in legal practice. Based on the legal provisions of criminal and civil proceedings, the types of electronic evidence that are reduced to written and physical evidence, explanations of persons involved in the case, expert opinions, expert consultations, witness statements, as well as audio and video recordings are systematized. The methods of using electronic evidence in litigation existing in international law enforcement practice are described, which, on the one hand, are limited to their interpretation based on the use of electronic signatures and, on the other hand, the application of the norms of traditional civil, criminal and administrative processes establishing general procedural features for evaluating evidence. The problems of using electronic evidence in Russian legal proceedings are highlighted. The absence of a legally established definition of an electronic document as evidence and the grounds on which it can be attached by the court to the materials of the case under consideration, the discussion on the form in which electronic documents should be presented as evidence, as well as the problems of evaluating digital evidence from the position of admissibility, relevance, and reliability are analyzed
CHOOSING A PROFESSION AS A MODELING OF THE YOUTH FUTURE (BASED ON SOCIOLOGICAL RESEARCH)
Authors: Skosyreva Nina , Razumov Vladimir , Zinich Alla , Pomogaev Vitalii , Revyakina Yulia , Gefner Olga
Published: February 2022

The most important resource in forming human capital is, certainly, the youth, whose mission is not just to reproduce, but also to develop, improve, and update the existing social system. In the article authors are trying to find answers to the following questions: How do contemporary youth see their future? How does this image correlate with the socio-economic challenges facing contemporary society? What help do young people need in the course of professional self-determination? The answers to these questions should be taken into account when developing strategies for the effective use of the human capital of today’s youth. Based on the results obtained, the authors conclude that it is necessary to typologize behavioral strategy models in the future professional self-determination of young people.
FORM MAKING AS A PROBLEM OF PHILOSOPHICAL AND AESTHETIC ANALYSIS
Authors: S. Bastrykina Tatyana , Yu. Belyakovsky Boris , N. Kepa Yuri
Published: February 2022

The development of mass communication, the widespread computerization, as well as the development of technical forms of art, such as cinema, photography and advertising, and, in general, raising the level of civilization gives rise to a new way of perception and creativity, changes the spiritual culture, and influences the form making of mass consciousness. Under such conditions, the transformation of the sphere of cognition in general is obvious, allowing one to identify new aspects of scientific knowledge, as well as the specifics of new disciplines that arose at the junction of traditional scientific fields (semiotics, cybernetics, information theory, etc.), and requiring philosophical reflection. The boundaries of not only scientific disciplines, but also of the types of art, become mobile. Montage, which was born as a technical tool of cinema, developed into the principle of montageability becoming as a result (like the two other favourite methods of postmodernism, collage and quotation) a thing, which determines everything for each mentality, including creative one. The relevance of the study is determined by the fact that in many works devoted to the study of the fashion phenomenon, sometimes there is an unconscious mixture of the concepts of “fashion” and “modelling of a suit,” and, in particular, of their aesthetic functions, which does not allow us to fully identify the specifics of “clothing design” as a direction in designing. Moreover, until now, significant changes in the worldview of the XX century have not been reflected in the theory of fashion, in particular, in such its part as the shaping of a costume, and they can affect both the nature of the phenomenon itself and the fundamental principles in the field of costume design.
EFFECTS OF DANCE EDUCATİON ON EMOTİONAL İNTELLİGENCE RELATED OUTCOMES
Authors: Atamturk Hakan , Dincdolek Bilgen
Published: February 2022

Background and Study Aim: Dance can be interpreted as a language that the human body speaks. Through bodily movements when performing dance, individuals can express their emotions and communicate with others. Emotional intelligence entails an individual’s being aware of his own emotions, the ways he manages these emotions, self-motivation, realising other peoples’ emotions and the ability to establish relationships (Goleman, 1996). Even the definitions of dance and emotional intelligence suggest an association. Hence, this study aimed to explore the potential associations between dance education and emotional intelligence abilities. Material and Methods: The data were collected from a total of 100 adolescents who were enrolled in five dance schools in North Cyprus and from 100 adolescents who did not dance through the Emotional Intelligence Scale which was developed by  Atamturk (2011). The Mann-Whitney U-Test results indicated  a significant difference between  the emotional intelligence abilities of   adolescents who received dance education and those of adolescents who did not. Additionally, Kruskal- Wallis test indicated that dance expertise significantly influenced the  emotional intelligence development of the participants. Results: Adolescents  who received dance education developed higher  levels of emotional intelligence abilities and  dance expertise affected the  emotional intelligence development of the adolescents. In this respect, this study adds a novel variable to be investigated to the relevant literature. Conclusions: As the results of this study indicates dance can help adolescents lead a healthier life by increasing emotional intelligence development. Further research can delve into the impact of the dance expertise on  emotional intelligence.
AN INVESTIGATION OF SOCIAL ADAPTATION OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Çerkez Yağmur , Tüzün Jale , Başarı Şengül
Published: February 2022

The aim of this study is to examine the social adaptation factor in terms of some variables within the framework of university students. The study group of the research consists of 371 students, 247 women and 124 men, studying in different departments of Necmettin Erbakan University. Students' ages range from 18-22. The data of the study were obtained by using the "Social Adaptation Self-Assessment Scale" (SASS) to determine the sociodemographic characteristics and adjustment levels of the individuals in the sample. The data were analyzed using Kolmogorov-Smirnov - Mann-Whitney U-Kruskal-Wallis H-t test-Anova Analysis of Variance tests. According to the research results; There was no statistically significant difference between the total scores of the participants according to gender-age group, marital status, number of siblings, class, employment status, education status of parents and their partnership status. It was determined that there is a statistically significant difference between the total scores of the program according to the type of program and the survival status of the parents
INTERVENÇÃO PSICOPEDAGÓGICA:
Authors: Geane da Silva Braga Maria
Published: February 2022

A reprovação escolar é algo que apesar de tão antigo nos impressiona a todo tempo, pois acontece naturalmente nas escolas e, mesmo sendo de conhecimento de todos, não se tem pensado efetivamente em uma intervenção psicopedagógica eficiente que venha reverter os altos índices, principalmente na disciplina de língua portuguesa. Além disso, é preciso dizer que essa situação não depende só dos professores, mas de toda a comunidade escolar: pais, coordenadores, diretores, familiares e demais colaboradores da instituição de ensino e especialmente de todos os alunos envolvidos nesse contexto. Na educação, quando se trata de dificuldades de aprendizagem, de imediato se associa a essa questão à classe menos favorecida, ou seja, o histórico familiar passa a ser uma das premissas para justificar o que não se cumpriu ao longo da vida do aluno, que nada mais é do que o direito de aprender. Diante disso, é preciso saber a origem da falta de sucesso da aprendizagem, do insucesso escolar na disciplina de língua portuguesa que leva a altos índices de reprovação nas escolas brasileiras para intervir nessa situação de forma mais criteriosa. Vale ressaltar, ainda, que as condições atuais permitem repensar sobre o ensino da leitura e da escrita, pois há diversas considerações no que se refere ao conhecimento didático acumulado às transformações educacionais realmente significativas. Espera-se, sem procurar culpados, buscar a união de agentes e ações com intervenções transformadoras na melhoria da aprendizagem escolar, abolindo ou minimizando o tão discutido insucesso escolar por meio da reprovação na disciplina de língua portuguesa.
COVID-19 durante la gestación: resultados maternos y perinatales
Authors:   Hospital Central de San Cristóbal, Castro Añez Mercedes Paola , Mora Carrero Olga María , Narvaez Teresa , González-Blanco Mireya
Published: February 2022

Objective: To evaluate the maternal and perinatal outcomes associated with COVID-19 during pregnancy, in women who attended the isolation service of the Hospital Central de San Cristóbal, in the period August 2020-July 2021. Methods: Retrospective or ex post facto, observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study with documentary design. It included a non-probabilistic sample of 30 patients admitted with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19. Medical records were reviewed to identify maternal and perinatal evolution. Results: The frequency of COVID-19 was 0.5 cases per 100 pregnant women. All 30 patients had a confirmed diagnosis. There were 16 mild cases (53.3%), 5 moderate (16.7%) and 9 severe (30%). The predominant symptoms were cough and shortness of breath (100%), headache (96.7%) and fever (90%). There was an increase in ferritin in 100 % of the cases, D-dimer in 33.3 % and LDH in 90 %. Severe evolution was not associated with known risk factors. There were obstetric complications in 90 % of the patients, the most frequent were preterm birth (40%) and oligohydramnios (36.7 %). There were 6 maternal deaths (20.0 %). The evolution of the disease was unsatisfactory in 46.7 % of the patients, with 40 % of admission to the intensive care unit and 30 % of ventilatory support. The caesarean section rate was 86.7 %. 70 % of the RNs progressed satisfactorily. There were 7 perinatal deaths (23.3 %). Conclusion: COVID-19 is associated with adverse maternal and perinatal evolution. Keywords: COVID-19, Pregnancy, Maternal outcome, Perinatal outcome.
Diabetes gestacional: factores de riesgo y complicaciones perinatales
Authors:   Maternidad Concepción Palacios, Lugo León Carlos , Bolaños Naybi , Vallejo Narvaez Carla , Vásquez Jesús , Rivero Fraute Alexandra , González-Blanco Mireya
Published: February 2022

Objective: To determine the risk factors and perinatal complications in pregnant women with diabetes mellitus who attended the Concepción Palacios Maternity between 2010 and 2015. Methods: Retrospective, descriptive and cross-sectional study involving 108 gestational diabetic patients and 108 without diabetes.Risk factors were compared, complications and their risk factors were assessed. Results: Among gestational diabetics, 76.8% were 35 years of age or older (p-0.013), there were 18.5% primigestas (p-0.031), 86.9% obese (p-0.000), 75% increased by more than 10 kg (p-0,000), 83.3% had a history of gestational diabetes (p-0.000), 31.5% family history of chronic arterial hypertension (p-0.000) and 41 % diabetes mellitus (p-0.001). Maternal complications were hypertensive pregnancy disorder (p-0.004), hyperglycemies (p-0.000) and prolonged hospital stay (p-0.000). Neonatal complications were low (p-0.003), hypoglycemia (p-0.000), macrosomia (p-0.000) and admission to intensive therapy (p-0.001). Risk factors for hypertensive pregnancy disorder were 35 years or more (p-0.0049), a family history of hypertension and diabetes (p-0.000) and personal history of gestational diabetes (p-0.0135). For hyperglycemia, age 35 years lower than 35 years (p-0.005). For neonatal complications, age less than 35 years (p-0.0001), primigestas (p-0.0002), history of gestational diabetes (p-0.000) and relatives of chronic hypertension and diabetes mellitus (p-0.0019). Conclusions: A body mass index greater than 25 kg/m2, a personal history of gestational diabetes, family members of diabetes and hypertension, and excessive weight gain during pregnancy are risk factors for gestational diabetes. Associated complications were hypertensive pregnancy disorder and hyperglycemia. Keywords: Gestational diabetes, Risk factors, Perinatal complications.
Posoperatorio de labioplastia de reducción de labios menores mediante técnica de incisión simple con láser CO2
Authors:   Centro Clínico Guerra Méndez, Gómez Maryory , Hernández Oriana
Published: February 2022

Objective: To determine the postoperative results of the reduction of labia minora using the simple incision technique with CO2 laser, in the period August 2015 - April 2016, in the city of Valencia, Carabobo State. Methods: Descriptive, non-experimental and field study. The sample consisted of 50 patients who attended the gynecology consultation. The technique of direct observation, filling of the clinical history, and evaluation at 7 days postoperatively was used for data collection. Results: Once the data were analyzed, it was obtained as results that the average age of the patients was 32.68 years. Among the postoperative symptoms, 8% reported burning in the operative area in the first 24 hours. Postoperative complications were as follows: bruising 4% and dehiscence 2%. 98% of patients felt satisfied or very satisfied with the process. Conclusion: Complications are minor with the simple incision technique with CO2 laser, it is safe and satisfactory results were obtained. It also allows to dry out the hyperchromic area of the edge of the lips that, in most cases, tends to bother from the aesthetic point of view. The benefits of the tool include better healing, fewer postoperative symptoms and faster recovery. Keywords: Labioplasty, Laser CO2, Reduction technique labia minora, Postoperative labioplasty.
Riesgo de malignización de pólipos endometriales
Authors:   Universidad de Manizales, Salguero-Sánchez Jefferson , González-García Leonardo
Published: February 2022

Endometrial polyps are common lesions and their prevalence in the general population is relatively low; however, they can be associated with abnormal uterine bleeding, increased risk of endometrial cancer and, in some cases, infertility. These conditions can be considered as a malignant lesion depending on their characteristics. The risk of malignancy of an endometrial polyp varies between 0.8% to 8%. The malignancy that these represent cannot be observed in isolation but rather together with the other factors that increase the risk of endometrial cancer. The diagnosis is principally realized by transvaginal ultrasound and histeroscopia. The managing will depend on the individual evaluation of every patient and it can go from resection up to only follow-up. Keywords: Endometrial Polyps, Uterine Polyps, Endometrial Neoplasms, Risk factors, Polypectomy
Microbiota de la vagina
Authors:   Universidad del Zulia, Nuñez Troconis José
Published: February 2022

The objective of this narrative review was to analyze and study the normal vaginal flora or vaginal microbiota throughout the woman’s life as well as to explain the different homeostatic mechanisms which allow a healthy microenvironment. In addition, to show the molecular biology studies used in the vaginal microbiota which have allowed to get better knowledge about the vaginal flora. For that purpose, Latin-American and international bibliographies were reviewed on different web pages. Articles published from 1991 to April 2021 were reviewed. This review shows the different mechanisms that keep the health or homeostasis of the vagina. Keywords: Microbiome, Microbiota, Vaginal microbiota, Normal Vaginal Flora, Lactobacillus.
Carcinoma de células pequeñas extrapulmonar de mama. Reporte de caso
Authors:   Hospital Central “Dr. Urquinaona”, Reyna-Villasmil, Eduardo , Fernández-Casado Valeria , Cárdenas-Palomino. Florance
Published: February 2022

Small cell carcinoma represents 20% of lung cancers, rarely occurs in other sites. Extrapulmonary small cell carcinoma is aggressive with a propensity for regional and distant dissemination. This type of carcinoma is a rare neoplasm in the breast. Although the clinical appearance is nonspecific, it often responds well to therapy and has a good prognosis of survival. We present the case of a 50-year-old woman with extrapulmonary small cell carcinoma of the breast. Physical examination showed a lesion of 4 x 3 x 3 centimeters confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging of left breast. Diagnosis was made by a core biopsy that showed the characteristics of small, round, lymphocyte-like cells with hyperchromatic nuclei and scarce cytoplasm compatible with small cell carcinoma of the breast. Patient was treated with chemotherapy before undergoing total mastectomy and resection of the lymph nodes. Keywords: Breast, Breast carcinoma, Extrapulmonary small cell carcinoma, Small cell cancer
Chiropractic care in association with a wellness approach for the treatment of mechanical low back pain
Authors:   , Opperman Estelle
Published: February 2022

This study was done in order to compare the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment in association with a wellness approach, to chiropractic treatment without a wellness approach in the management of Mechanical Low Back Pain. Low back pain is an enormous problem in today's society. Vast amounts of money are spent annually on the investigation into and treatment of low back pain, and numerous work days are lost due to absenteeism. Chronic low back pain also affects the individual's life\xB7style, and can lead to psychological problems. Thousands of low back operations are done yearly, with a significantly high failure rate. (Frymoyer et al. 1980.) In this study factors such as cost, recovery tine and incidence of reoccurrence were used as criteria to determine the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment applied to the two groups of patients. The concept of holise was applied to one group, whereas the other group was treated without this approach. The study was conducted as a clinical trial, with two experimental groups. Thirty patients who had responded to an advertiselOent were selected and randomly divided into two groups. The patients were selected fro~ the general population on the grounds of their signs and sylllptoos. Group A received chiropractic treatment in association with the wellness approach. This comprised patient education in the form of guidance towards life-style changes and exercises. Patients were also given a detailed explanation of their problems, leading to an understanding of their conditions. Group B received chiropractic treatment only. Their condition was not explained, and they did not receive any of the holistic aspectts mentioned for group A.
The efficacy of manipulation and mobilization in the treatment of Morton's neuroma
Authors:   , Govender Neetu
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this randomised, placebo-controlled clinical trial was to investigate the efficacy of foot and ankle manipulation and mobilization as opposed to a placebo treatment (de-tuned ultrasound), in terms of objective and subjective findings in the treatment of Morton's neuroma. This clinical trial consisted of two groups, each with twenty patients. Patients who were diagnosed by the researcher as suffering from Morton's neuroma were included in the study. The patients were randomly allocated into the respective groups. The ages of the patients ranged from 23 to 79 years old. Group A received the de-tuned ultrasound as the placebo treatment and Group B received foot and ankle manipulation and mobilization as well as the de-tuned ultrasound to eliminate any massage effect that may have been incurred. It was hypothesised that foot and ankle manipulation and mobilization would be effective in the treatment of Morton's neuroma. The treatment protocol consisted of a course of six treatments over a treatment period of three weeks. Subjective and objective measurements were taken at the initial, third and final consultations. Subjective data was obtained via the use of the Numerical Rating Scale 101, the Short-form McGill Pain Questionnaire and the Foot Function Index. Objective data was obtained by means of digital algometer measurements
Chinese and U.S. University Rankings
Authors:   Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Corrigan Jack , Rodriguez Simon
Published: February 2022

The strength of a country’s talent pipeline depends in no small part on the quality of its universities. This data brief explores how Chinese and U.S. universities perform in two different global university rankings, why their standings have changed over time, and what those trends mean for graduates.
The impact of COVID-19 on psychoactive products consumers
Authors: AIT BOUIGHOULIDNE Salma , LAAMIRI Fatima zahra , ELGOT Abdeljalil
Published: February 2022

Introduction: The emergence of COVID-19 changed the lifestyle of individuals through the appearance of lockdown. This period seems to have potential effect on some health determinants related to behaviors such as drug addiction. 
Objectives: compare the prevalence and behavior of drug consumers before and during the lockdown.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out on 1001 Moroccan addict between April and July 2020, using the international questionnaire: The global drug survey “Special Edition on COVID-19”.
Results: before lockdown, tobacco use (80.2%), alcohol (70.9%), cannabis (46.3%). During lockdown: tobacco consumption remains unchanged (80.7%), alcohol and cannabis consumption reduced significantly, respectively (39.6%) and (40.8%). Results show also the weaning of hallucinogens and solvents. The reasons behind these changes were: 39.8% worried about health issues, 26.6% have less opportunities to consume, 23.7% think that lifestyle make it difficult to use, 23.4% think they have less ability to obtain drugs.
Conclusions: The lockdown seems to be an opportunity for addicts to reduce drugs consumption. However, setting up support services with targeted interventions is the best chance to decrease psychological stress and avoid the consequences of this reduction.
Keywords: COVID-19, lockdown, drug consumption, online survey.
Berghei model of gestational is associated with decreased locomotion and increased maternal anxiety.
Authors: Damilola Asiru Fatimat , Dauda Shallie Philemon
Published: February 2022

Gestational Malaria has adverse health effects on the mother and the neonate. It results in severe anemia, spontaneous abortion, stillbirths, cerebral malaria, and acute renal failure. At least 6 million worldwide are at risk of malaria infection in pregnancy, with at least 10,000 maternal deaths and 200,000 newborn deaths annually. It has been known as an obstetric, medical, and social problem requiring both multidisciplinary and multidimensional intervention; for this reason, this study investigated the effect of Gestational malaria on the cerebellum of adult female mice

The study was performed on twenty-one mice (male and female) of almost the same age range and weighed about 16g to 22g, and they were divided into groups (infected and control group). The female mice were mated in the ratio of two to one male per cage. Pregnant mice were inoculated with Plasmodium berghei intraperitoneally. Bodyweight was taken regularly, and the animals went through neurobehavioral tests to measure fear, anxiety, locomotion, and balance. The mice were sacrificed after delivery, and the cerebellum was excised, weighed, and processed for histological analysis and stained with Hematoxylin & Eosin stain and Nissl stain

The study revealed significant (p<0.05) alteration in body weight, fear, anxiety, balance, and locomotion. Histologically, there was a substantial decrease in the neuronal density and cell size of the cerebellum of the infected mice group compared with the control group

Plasmodium berghei model of gestational malaria showed a reduction in locomotion and body weight and an increase in anxiety which was mediated via the morphological and functional derangement of the cerebellum

 

Keywords:  Gestational malaria, plasmodium Berghei, Anxiety, cerebellum, Locomotion.
Natural hazards and extreme events in the Baltic Sea region
Authors: Rutgersson Anna , Kjellström Erik , Haapala Jari , Stendel Martin , Danilovich Irina , Drews Martin , Jylhä Kirsti , Kujala Pentti , Larsén Xiaoli Guo , Halsnæs Kirsten , Lehtonen Ilari , Luomaranta Anna , Nilsson Erik , Olsson Taru , Särkkä Jani , Tuomi Laura , Wasmund Norbert
Published: February 2022

Abstract. A natural hazard is a naturally occurring extreme event that has a negative
effect on people and society or the environment. Natural hazards may have
severe implications for human life and can potentially generate economic
losses and damage ecosystems. A better understanding of their major causes,
probability of occurrence, and consequences enables society to be better
prepared to save human lives as well as to invest in adaptation options. Natural
hazards related to climate change are identified as one of the Grand
Challenges in the Baltic Sea region. Here, we summarize existing knowledge
about extreme events in the Baltic Sea region with a focus on the past
200 years as well as on future climate scenarios. The events considered here are
the major hydro-meteorological events in the region and include wind storms,
extreme waves, high and low sea levels, ice ridging, heavy precipitation,
sea-effect snowfall, river floods, heat waves, ice seasons, and drought. We
also address some ecological extremes and the implications of extreme events for
society (phytoplankton blooms, forest fires, coastal flooding, offshore
infrastructure, and shipping). Significant knowledge gaps are identified,
including the response of large-scale atmospheric circulation to climate
change and also concerning specific events, for example, the occurrence of marine
heat waves and small-scale variability in precipitation. Suggestions for
future research include the further development of high-resolution Earth system
models and the potential use of methodologies for data analysis (statistical
methods and machine learning). With respect to the expected impacts of climate
change, changes are expected for sea level, extreme precipitation, heat waves
and phytoplankton blooms (increase), and cold spells and severe ice winters
(decrease). For some extremes (drying, river flooding, and extreme waves), the
change depends on the area and time period studied.
Future projections of High Atlas snowpack and runoff under climate change
Authors: Tuel Alexandre , El Moçayd Nabil , Hasnaoui Moulay Driss , Eltahir Elfatih A. B.
Published: February 2022

Abstract. The High Atlas, culminating at more than 4000 m, is the water tower of Morocco. While plains receive less than 400 mm of precipitation in an average year, the mountains can get twice as much, often in the form of snow between November and March. Snowmelt thus accounts for a large fraction of the river discharge in the region, particularly during spring. In parallel, future climate change projections point towards a significant decline in precipitation and enhanced warming of temperature for the area. Here, we build on previous research results on snow and climate modelling in the High Atlas to make detailed projections of snowpack and river flow response to climate change in this region. We develop end-of-century snowpack projections using a distributed energy balance snow model based on SNOW-17 and high-resolution climate simulations over Morocco with the MIT Regional Climate Model (MRCM) under a mitigation (RCP4.5) and a business-as-usual (RCP8.5) scenario. Snowpack water content is projected to decline by up to 60 % under RCP4.5 and 80 % under RCP8.5 as a consequence of strong warming and drying in the region. We also implement a panel regression framework to relate runoff ratios to regional meteorological conditions in seven small sub-catchments in the High Atlas. Relative humidity and the fraction of solid-to-total precipitation are found to explain about 30 % of the inter-annual variability in runoff ratios. Due to projected future atmospheric drying and the associated decline in snow-to-precipitation ratio, a 5 %–30 % decrease in runoff ratios and 10 %–60 % decrease in precipitation are expected to lead to severe (20 %–70 %) declines in river discharge. Our results have important implications for water resources planning and sustainability of agriculture in this already water-stressed region.
Brief communication – Impact Forecasting Could Substantially Improve the Emergency Management of Deadly Floods: Case Study July 2021 floods in Germany
Authors: Apel Heiko , Vorogushyn Sergiy , Merz Bruno
Published: February 2022

Abstract. Floods affect more people than any other natural hazard, thus flood warning and disaster management are of utmost importance. However, the operational hydrological forecasts do not provide information about affected areas and impact, but only discharge and water levels at gauges. We show that a simple hydrodynamic model operating with readily available data is able to provide highly localized information on the expected flood extent and impacts, with simulation times enabling operational flood warning. We demonstrate that such an impact forecast would have indicated the deadly potential of the 2021 flood in West Germany with sufficient lead time.