bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion by Using Bone Graft and Plate Versus Using Zero Size Peek Cage Filled with Bone Graft and Inbuilt Screws
Authors: Nawaz Shahid , Rehman Sarah , Khalil Saqib , Pathan Sanaullah , Memon Abdul Rauf , Hussain Mubarak
Published: June 2023

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical and radiological results of employing local bone graft with a PEEK cage vs bone graft and plate in ACDF. Study Design: Retrospective study Place and Duration: Department of Neurosurgery, Gomal Medical College DI Khan in the period from June, 2022 to November, 2022. Methods: There were 80 cases of both genders were included for anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. Detailed demographic information on enrolled cases was recorded after receiving informed written consent. Patients were divided in two groups. Group I received ACDF by using bone graft and plate in 40 cases while in 40 cases of group II ACDF was performed by using zero size peek cage filled with bone graft and inbuilt screws. Outcomes among both groups were compared. SPSS 22.0 was used to analyze all data. Results: Among 80 cases, there were 46 (57.5%) males and 34 (42.5%) females. Mean age of the patients was 43±18 years. Perioperative mean pain score was 7.5±6.20, mean NDI was 62.4±2.8, mean SF-36 was 29.8±3.15 in group I and in group II mean pain score was 6.9±5.20, NDI was 64.8±3.10 and SF-36 was 30.5±4.13. Significantly reduction in pain score, NDI and increase in SF-36 among both groups were found while in group II outcomes were better than group I. Mean operative time in group I was higher as compared to group II with p value <0.004. There was no any significantly difference in blood loss among both groups. With a p value of 0.003, group II had higher disc space height and segmental interbody angle at the operative segment than group I. Perioperative complication rates in group I was higher with p value <0.05. Conclusion: In this study, we found that patients undergoing ACDF with local bone graft and a PEEK cage had significantly shorter operating times, fewer perioperative problems, and better radiological outcomes than patients undergoing ACDF with bone graft and plate. A PEEK cage-encased local bone graft seems to be a secure substitute for an ACDF's bone transplant. Keywords: Cervical spine, Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, bone graft, Local bone graft
A Cross-Sectional Study Examined the use of Transvaginal Ultrasound in Assessing Endometrial Cancer in Postmenopausal Women
Authors: Nawab Kalsoom , Afridi Fauzia , Khattak Mehmood Akhtar , Gul Hina , Khan Naheed , Shoaib Irsa
Published: June 2023

Aim: to determine how successfully transvaginal ultrasonography can be used to identify endometrial cancer in postmenopausal bleeding patients.. Methods: The Khyber Teaching Hospital Peshawar Radiology department performed this cross-sectional study from January 2015 to January 2016. TV-tested endometrial-thickness women were included. The endometrial cavity was examined colonially and sagittal from the internal Os to the fundus. D&C transmitted biopsy samples to the hospital pathology lab for histopathology and TVS comparison. A preform had all this info. Spss 26 analyzed data. Results: The patients' average age was 64.82 + 07.84 years. On average, menopause lasted 10.45 07.73 years. When endometrial thickness was assessed with tvs, the average thickness was 05.564.26 mm; 45 (32.8%) of the ladies did not have an endometrial thickness of 04 mm. Histopathological examination of endometrial cancer revealed ninety four (66.5%) females with the disease and forty six (32.8%) without. The sensitivity, specificity, npv, ppv, and diagnostic accuracy of tvs were determined to be [93.1%], [86.5%], [91.4%], [94.6%], and [93.6%], respectively. Conclusion: According to the study's results, tvs is an effective diagnostic tool for ruling out postmenopausal hemorrhage and sparing patients from intrusive treatments. Keywords: Transvaginal ultrasonography, endometrial carcinoma, diagnosis, accuracy, positive-predictive-value, negative predictive value
The Function of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Chronic Epilepsy Prospective Study
Authors: Nawab Kalsoom , Khattak Nadia , Khattak Mehmood Akhtar , Gul Hina , Khan Naheed , Shoaib Irsa
Published: June 2023

Background: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has revolutionised the treatment of intractable epilepsy. ninety nine patients were sent to the KTH Peshawar Radiology Department for an evaluation of the function of MRI in the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of their alleged intractable epilepsy. Using a 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI scanner, the patients were examined, and twenty one aberrant findings were found in them, including vascular malformations, tumours, cortical dysplasia, gliosis, and white matter disorders. The ability to diagnose these disorders with MRI has proved to be helpful. The results of the research demonstrate the value of MRI in the diagnosis and management of intractable epilepsy. Using MRI may help with both determining the source of seizures and providing recommendations for possible treatments. Additionally, in epilepsy patients, MRI surveillance can forecast prognosis and illness progression. Aim: Using MRI, it is possible to identify the diagnosis, course of treatment, and prognosis for intractable epilepsy. This makes it possible to identify the underlying cause, direct treatment choices, track the development of the condition, and forecast the prognosis of the patient. Furthermore, it is critical to assess MRI's precision in this field. Methods: The Radiology Department of KTH Peshawar studied possible epilepsy patients between April 2015 and April 2016. The research included ninety-nine patients, each of whom had a thorough medical history, neurological examination, and standard radiographic evaluation. The patients' MRI scans were carried out and examined for any anomalies using a 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI equipment. In order to compare the results of the MRI scans with the clinical data and therapeutic outcomes of the patients. Results: twenty-one of the ninety-nine individuals that were assessed had abnormal MRI scan findings. Cortical dysplasia, gliosis, vascular malformations, tumours, and white matter disorders were among the illnesses that were found. The MRI scans were shown to be a useful tool for detecting and treating instances of untreatable epilepsy. Finding the origin of the seizures helped with the diagnosis and provided the best alternatives for therapy. Additional crucial MRI scan tasks included monitoring the progression of diseases and predicting the prognosis. Keywords: Diagnosis, Management, Prognosis, MRI, Intractable Epilepsy, KTH Peshawar
Low Level Laser Versus Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulationon Post Herpetic Neuralgia
Authors: Mohamed Ahmed Marwa Lotfy , Borhan Wafaa Hussein , Ragaia Maha Hussein , Mogahed Hussein Gamal Hussein
Published: June 2023

Background: Post herpetic neuralgia (PHN), a common neuropathic pain syndrome, usually occurs in patients with acute herpes zoster after resolving skin eruption. Persistent severe pain has a huge impact on a patient's physical function, mental health, and social communication ability, and also places a heavy burden on patients' families and on society. Objective: The current study was conducted to compare the efficacy of low level laser therapy (LLLT) versus transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) in the treatment of post-herpetic neuralgia Subjects and Methods: Fifty patients suffering from pain post herpetic neuralgia .Their ages ranged from 40 to 80 years.They were selected randomly from outpatient clinic in Deraya university referred by dermatologist then divided into two equal groups. Group (A) composed of 25 patients with post herpetic neuralgia and they received low level laser therapy LLLT in addition to traditional medical treatment and Group (B) composed of 25 patients with post herpetic neuralgia and they received Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in addition to traditional medical treatment .Both modalities were applied once daily, 3 times a week for 20 minutes for 4 successive weeks. Visual analog scale (VAS) and pain pressure threshold (PPT) had been assessed before and after interventions. Results: There was a significant decrease in VAS and a significant increase in PPT post treatment compared with that pre treatment in group A and B (p > 0.001). The percent of change in VAS and PPT in group A was 88.97 and 522.22% respectively, while that in group B was 82.39 and 462.79% respectively. Conclusion: Both LLLT and TENS were effective improving the post-herpetic neuralgia but LLLT was more effective. Keywords: Low level laser therapy, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, post herpetic neuralgia, visual analog scale and pain pressure threshold
Educational Program of Nurses Practices Towards to Phototherapy at Neonatal Care Units
Authors: Buraa Laith Nawfal , Younis Nasir Muwfaq
Published: June 2023

Objective: The aim of the study to identify the educational program of nurses Practices towards to phototherapy at neonatal care units. Material: Purposive sampling with no probability. Between the beginning of January 2023 and the beginning of February 2023, a sample was taken. The nurses working in Mosul's neonatal units were the ones who provided the sample. There were a total of (62) participants in the study, including (50) men and (12) women. The performance was divided into two sections: The first section dealt with the demographics of nurses. The second section dealt with the use of phototherapy by nurses in neonatal units. Results: The discovery revealed a substantial majority of them were males within the range of (80.65%), while women were (19.35%), and the average gender was (1.21), indicating that they were predominately male. The sample included in the study had the following ages: (30.43). Conclusion: This study concluded through the program that the nurses in the study sample before starting the program did not have any information related to the practical aspect of phototherapy, but when giving the program and after the second test, the results were clearly shown, there are very significant significant differences Keywords: Educational Program, Practices, Phototherapy, Neonatal Care Units.
In-Hospital Mortality Among Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome and Cardiogenic Shock Treated with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention and Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
Authors: Butt Zain Mehmood , Iqbal Naveed , Dasti Mashooque Ali , Memon Faraz Farooq , Hussain Syed Tahir , Rizvi Syed Nadeem Hassan
Published: June 2023

Objective: The object of our research was to determine whether intra-aortic balloon pump-assisted PCI improved overall clinical outcomes during hospitalization, as well as to predict in-hospital mortality and cardiogenic shock. Methods: This retrospective study was carried out at National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases Karachi. We enrolled 60 consecutive patients with a history of AMI complicated by cardiogenic shock. These patients underwent PCI with insertion of an IABP between 1st September 2019 and 28th February 2020. Patients with cardiogenic shock would have better survival if the IABP was inserted before PCI rather than after PCI was performed. The prospective study included 60 patients (33 patients received IABP before PCI, before and 27 after PCI) suffering from cardiogenic shock complicating acute myocardial infarction who underwent PCI with IABP. SPSS version 23.0 was used to analyze all the data. Results: Based on the type of treatment, we divided individuals into two groups in our study. The IABPs were inserted before PCI in 33 patients in group A, and the pumps were started after PCI in 27 participants in group B. It was significantly different regarding the 30-day mortality rate between IABP support after PCI and IABP-assisted PCI (59.2% versus 18.1%, respectively, p = 0.006). Among the entire study population, no reinfections or repeat PCI were reported. There was no significant difference between these two groups in the rates of emergency bypass surgery and cerebral vascular events. Practical Implication: This research study on in-hospital mortality among patients with acute coronary syndrome and cardiogenic shock treated with PCI and IABP has practical implications that benefit the community. It enhances patient outcomes, informs clinical decision-making, contributes to treatment guidelines and protocols, facilitates healthcare resource allocation, and inspires future research and innovation. Ultimately, the study aims to improve the quality of care provided to patients in this specific population, leading to reduced mortality rates and improved patient well-being Conclusion: This study concluded that PCI assisted by IABP results in a better outcome for patients with cardiogenic shock complicating acute myocardial infarction and a lower mortality rate compared to IABP after PCI. Keywords: In-hospital mortality, percutaneous coronary intervention, intra-aortic balloon pump.
Efficacy of Antihistamine Nasal Spray Compared with Oral Antihistamine in Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
Authors: Ahmad Jawad , Abbas Najaf , Mujtabaghauri Shahbaz , Iftikhar Mazhar , Nasir Mohammad Qamar
Published: June 2023

Introduction: Allergic rhinitis is described as nasal membrane inflammation and is characterized by a symptom complex of sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, and rhinorrhea. These structures are also involved to some extent due to the continuity of the mucosal wall of the nose with the paranasal sinus and its communication with the ears through the Eustachian tube and with the eyes with the nasolacrimal duct. Objective: To determine the efficacy of antihistamine nasal spray compared with oral antihistamine in treatment of allergic rhinitis. Method: This Randomized control trial was conducted at the ENT department, Services Hospital, Lahore for 18 months from 01-02-2020 to 31-08-2022. Sample 450 patients of Allergic rhinitis of both sexes between the ages of 15-50 years were selected using simple random sampling technique. Patients were divided into 2 groups. Group A received oral antihistamine ebastine 10mg OD whereas Group B received nasal antihistamine spray olopatadine 0.6% (600mcg/100microlitre). Patients were then followed up every 2 weeks for 01 month. Data was enetered and analyzed in SPSS. Results: Total 450 patients were enrolled. The mean age was 24.5+ 3.0 years. There were 270(60%) male and 180(40%) female. In group A, there were 72(32%) patients 10 to 30 years of age group and 153(68%) were 30 to 50 years of age group. In group B, 65(28.8%) patients between 10 to 30 years and 160(71.1%) above 30 years of age group. Table: 2 In our study, sneezing was the most common 441(98%) followed by rhinorrhea 427(94.8%), nasal obstruction 338(75.1%), etc…In Group A, 153(68%) patients got relief and 72(32.0%) patients felt decrease in symptoms of Allergic rhinitis. In Group B, 144(64.0%) patients got relieved of symptoms, 81(36.0%) patients were partially relieved. Conclusion: The conclusion of the study that oral antihistamine and intranasal antihistamine nasal spray proved that treatment results of both treatment options were comparable in terms of reduction in the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. AIM: Our aim of the research is to determine the efficacy of antihistamine nasal spray compared with oral anti histamines in the treatment of allergic rhinitis. The sedating effects of oral antihistamines can totally be avoided in case nasal sprays have the same efficacy. Keywords: Allergic rhinitis, Antihistamine, Seasonal allergic rhinitis,
Effective Use of Penicillin to Improve Culture Yield for Mycobacterium Tuberculosis
Authors: Anwar Rehan , Fida Asim , Mumtaz Madiha , Anwar Luqman , Jamil Ayesha
Published: June 2023

Background: The aim of this study to evaluate the Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTC) sputum culture contamination and recovery between Lowenstein-Jensenmedium (LJ) contains Pencillin+LJ and free Pencillin LJ. Study design: This was a cross sectional study conducted at Khawaja Safdar Medical College, Sialkot /Allama Iqbal Memorial Hospital Sialkot for the duration of six months from September 2022 to February 2023. Methods: A total number of the participants was 140. The male and female gender were both included who suffered pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB). The sample n=140 were analyzed for culture and contamination. The sputum samples were taken in the early morning in the falcon tube and digested, decontaminated, and homogenized by Modified Petroff method. The specimen of sputum was processed on addition of Penicillin+ LJ media, and incubation was carried out at 37°C. After eight weeks, cultures were examined. The data were analyzed by SPSS 21 software. Results: The male 64.2% show greater number of cases as compared to female 36%. The suspected cases of PTB was compared with Pencillin+ LJ media and LJ media alone. 21.4% of the samples were positive mycobacterium (MTB), 79% were contaminated on LJ media while 93% were positive (MTB), and 7.1% of the samples were contaminated on LJ media without penicillin. This difference was statistically significant (p<0.005**). The grade 2+/3+ show 50% recovery by the treatment of pencillin+LJ on positive sample and 47% contaminated sample P<0.001** while graded scanty/+1 show recovery was 38%; p=0.001** with pencillin+LJ then 37% contaminated sample; p=0.002**. The difference in recovery between treatment with penicillin and without pencillin LJ was statistically significant; p<0.005. Conclusion: The contamination rate was reduced by 47% by penicillin+LJ media. Penicillin offered great alternatives for decreasing contamination in LJ alone. Penicillin should be further used as a medium supplement to enhance recovery for LJ media. Keywords: Culture media, Mycobacterium, Penicillin
Outcome of Laparoscopic Intra-Abdominal Ventral Hernia Repair with Tissue Separating Mesh
Authors: Khalid Junaid , Shabbir M. Usama , Asadullah Khawaja Muhammad , Shafiq Mohammad Akmal
Published: June 2023

Objective: To evaluate the outcome of laparoscopic Intra-abdominal Ventral Hernia Repair with Tissue Separating Mesh. Methodology: Patients aged 18-60 years old with documented ASA grade I or II, ventral hernias >5 cm in size (clinically assessed by palpable expansile cough impulse and as abdominal wall defect on ultrasound), and no general contraindications to laparoscopy (such as bleeding disorders, low platelet counts, or prolonged clotting times) were excluded. Patients' permission was obtained after they were fully informed of the risks and benefits. Name, age, gender, and contact details were also recorded. After that, laparoscopic ventral hernia repair was performed. These surgeries were performed under general anaesthesia by a single surgical team led by a senior doctor with at least three years of expertise in laparoscopic surgery. The moment of incision served as the starting point. Tissue-separating mesh was inserted intraoperatively, and the operational time was recorded once again during closure. The patients were sent to the ward for further observation. Discharge documentation revealed a patient's postoperative hospital stay. Results: Mean age of the patients was calculated as 37.03+11.32 years. The gender breakdown reveals that men as majority, with 51 (51%) compared to 49 (49%) females. The outcome of laparoscopic intra-abdominal ventral hernia repair using tissue Separating Mesh showed that the mean operation time was 116.21+8.27 minutes, and the length of hospital stay was documented as 2.4+0.38 days. Conclusion: We concluded that outcome of laparoscopic Intra-abdominal Ventral Hernia Repair with Tissue Separating Mesh with regards to duration of operation and post operative hospital stay is feasible in our population Keywords: Intra-abdominal Ventral Hernia Repair, Tissue Separating Mesh, outcome, post-operative hospital stay, duration of operation
Understanding the modern perspectives in select poems of Navakanta Barua
Authors: Roy Nabankur
Published: June 2023

In the history of literature, Poetry has made its appearance before any other literary genres. Since its inception, the genre of poetry has undergone several changes in different ages due to the literary movements, social, cultural and political changes that had taken place worldwide. Modernism, an international literary and cultural movement which flourished in the first decade of the 20th century have brought a new era in the history of Poetry. This literary movement has influenced not only Western poetry but also Indian regional poetry like Assamese poetry to a great extent. Thus, a new trend in Assamese poetry heralded during the fourth decade of the 20th century which draws upon the emptiness, hypocrisies, alienation, insignificance and hopelessness that lies concealed in the modern civilization. A group of new poets of Assam with their wide range of studies of the East and the West, of the ancient and the modern contribute to the foundation of Modern Assamese Poetry. Of them, one important name in the upsurge of Modern Assamese Poetry was Navakanta Barua (1926-2002) who is regarded to be the pioneer of Modern Assamese Poetry. His immense popularity as an author led to the translation of many of his poems into different Indian languages and English. The present paper discusses the modern perspectives of some of his select poems that have been translated into English. Thus, a study of these select poems will help us to understand the perspectives of Navakanta Barua as a modern Assamese poet.
Factors affecting purchase decision of cosmetic Products in Haryana
Authors: Rani Jyoti , Inderjit
Published: June 2023

The current research aims to better understand the motivations behind cosmetics purchases in the Indian state of Haryana. In the state of Haryana, 754 people were randomly chosen to participate. The data was then subjected to Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA). Significant at P 0.05, KMO = 0.896, and Bartlett's sphericity test; all other covariates have a P value of >0.621. The study demonstrated four factors and their associated items at the 5% level of significance. It has been found that these elements play a major role in the selection of cosmetics in Haryana. The higher the score on the data and information construct, the more dependable the elements that influence the buyer to make a purchase of cosmetics.
Comparing The Effects of Mindfulness Meditation on Stress and Well-Being in College Students: A Study of Meditators Vs. Non-Meditators
Authors: Vijay
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to compare the effects of mindfulness meditation on stress and well-being in college students. A total of 50 participants were recruited, with 25 self-identified as meditators and 25 as non-meditators. All participants completed self-report measures of stress, well-being, mood, resilience, self-compassion, and academic performance. The results showed that the meditator group had significantly lower levels of stress, higher well-being scores, better mood, greater resilience, and higher levels of self-compassion compared to the non-meditator group. In terms of academic performance, there was no significant difference between the two groups. The study findings suggest that mindfulness meditation may be an effective tool for reducing stress and improving well-being among college students. However, further research is needed to explore the barriers to practicing mindfulness meditation and to determine the optimal frequency and duration of practice to achieve significant benefits.
Work-related quality of life of Pakistani Doctors
Authors: Sultan Sobia
Published: June 2023

About millions of doctors suffer from occupational health disease in Pakistan. WRQoL of doctor affected due to many factors existing in working conditions. Proportion of perceived quality of working life of doctor is important for understanding actual environment and for taking some potential intervention to refine quality of working lives of doctor in society The aim behind the review was to utilize this instrument (WRQoL) to uncover reality of doctor’s life style and deeper understanding of the impact of stress on doctors’ health as well as evaluate perceived WRQoL, using a large nationally representative sample in the Pakistan (Van Laar etal.,2007). In this study instrument (WRQoL) use to evaluate the perceived WRQoL of general practitioner. As secondary objective, it is used to offers the opportunity of identification of the strengths and weaknesses of doctors’ professional life. These studies concluded some results that stress has great influence in female doctors than male doctors due to home and work interference. Thus, female doctors perceived low quality of work life in profession. Job career satisfaction rate is high among private sector doctors than public. Working conditions in private hospital perceived high quality of work life than public hospital.
The Long-Term Efficacy of a Moisturizer Containing 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol and Licochalcone a as Adjunctive Therapy for Facial Seborrheic Dermatitis
Authors: Varotha Supenya
Published: June 2023

Background: Facial seborrheic dermatitis (FSD) is a chronic relapsing skin disease caused by multifactorial factors. Longterm or frequent topical corticosteroid treatment may lead to adverse effects. Aims: To determine the long-term efficacy of a trial moisturizer containing 4-t-butylcyclohexanol and licochalcone A as an adjunctive treatment and its effectiveness in extending the disease-free period in FSD patients. Patients/Methods: Twenty patients with FSD aged ≥ 18 years were enrolled. They individually received a trial moisturizer to apply to their faces twice daily for 20 weeks. Clinical assessment by a physician, patient assessments, and bioengineering measurements were performed periodically. Results: Clinical severity assessment showed a significant improvement after 1 to 2 weeks of treatment compared with the baseline. The trial moisturizer promoted skin hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss. The number of patients with disease exacerbations and frequency of relapses significantly decreased after the first week and during the remainder of the study period. No participants needed rescue by topical corticosteroid therapy. Conclusion: The moisturizer containing 4-t-butylcyclohexanol and licochalcone A showed excellent efficacy without unwanted effects. It is endorsed for use as an adjunctive treatment or maintenance therapy to control the relapse of mild to moderate FSD.
Machine-Thought and the Political Order
Authors: Lesueur Sophie , McNab Brynn , Smith Jeremy , Stojanovic Luka
Published: June 2023

The most widespread statement of political philosophy is presented here in the simplified and trivialised form of “man is X; he must become Y. ” Man must do so at the same time for himself, for his own survival, but also for the good of all, of the Community, of the City: the plurality must absolutely,  in any way whatsoever, give way to unity, subject to [sous peine] and under threat of chaos.  The essential question found confronting political doctrines, moreover since the prominence of the idea of democracy is the following: how to bring about the existence of a united society across a heterogeneous social body? The response from philosophy articulates itself around three principle schemas: the theoretical construction of a unified community under the order of similar laws to those of nature (Platonic schema); the search for the best regime, which will have as its ultimate end the moderation and perpetual regulation of conflicts, by an optimal combination of freedom and stability (Aristotelian schema); and the theorisation of the “end of politics” by the locating of a “social wrong” inscribed in a structure doomed to collapse by the practical negation of its ideological foundations (Marxian schema and derivatives). The mode of thought which imposes itself here is decisional. Beyond the third schema which constitutes in some way a meta-political critique, and necessitates that it alone has a particular analysis, in the two preceding, man constitutes a kind of material – raw or primary, depending –  that philosophy will work on, and sculpt to give it a form that harmonises fully with the Whole that it prescribes. In political philosophy, we always turn more or less around the “Let’s make man” of Hobbes, that is, around the technical transformation of a material given. Or to say it otherwise: the creation of an oeuvre from crude and imperfect elements, an oeuvre thought like a masterpiece – that is to say, one that contains within it an idea of perfection and permanence – but doomed here to serial reproduction.
Typification of Berberis lycium and Berberis kunawurensis
Authors: Harber Julian , Reid Geraldine
Published: June 2023

Two species of Berberis (B. lycium, B. kunawurensis) (Berberidaceae) from India, housed in the Roylean Herbarium at World Museum, National Museums Liverpool (LIV), are lectotypified. The location of the type of B. kunawarensis is published for the first time and its description is expanded.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for English Linguistics Research, Vol. 12, No. 1
Authors: Su Camille
Published: June 2023

English Linguistics Research (ELR) would like to acknowledge the following reviewers for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Many authors, regardless of whether ELR publishes their work, appreciate the helpful feedback provided by the reviewers. Their comments and suggestions were of great help to the authors in improving the quality of their papers. Each of the reviewers listed below returned at least one review for this issue. Reviewers for Volume 12, Number 1Alina Andreea Dragoescu, University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Romania, RomaniaGirolamo Tessuto, University of Naples, ItalyKazeem K. Olaniyan, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, NigeriaNaom Nyarigoti, United States International University-Africa, KenyaNeda Chepinchikj, University of New South Wales (UNSW), AustraliaNoureddine Derki, Mustapha Stambouli Mascara University, AlgeriaPeace Chinwendu Israel, University of Education, GhanaVahid Hassani, Farhangian University, IranYuemin Wang, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, ChinaZeineb Ayachi Ben Abdallah, Higher School of Digital Economy, Tunisia  Best Regards,Camille SuEditorial Assistant, English Linguistics ResearchSciedu Press*************************************Add: Leslie St. Suite , Beaver Creek, Ontario, LB A, CanadaTel: 1-416-479-0028 ext. 210E-mail 1: elr@sciedupress.com  E-mail 2: elr@sciedupress.org Website: http://elr.sciedupress.com
PEMAHAMAN KEAGAMAAN SALAFI DAN KEGADUHAN DI TENGAH MASYARAKAT SERTA SOLUSI PENYELESAIANNYA
Authors: Zikriadi Zikriadi , Amri Muhammad , Santalia Indo
Published: June 2023

This study discusses the understanding of salafi religion in the community which always creates noise in the community. This research is included in the literature review with the stages of analysis in the form of data reduction, data exposure, and conclusions/verification. The results show that the Salafi understanding tends to be textual in understanding the Qur'an and Hadith, from this habit it has an impact on an understanding that traditions that live in a good society, which have never existed in the Qur'an and Hadith are always considered as a wrong understanding (bid'ah and shirk), even contrary to the teachings of Islam. One solution that must be done so that salafi understanding does not develop by paying special attention to the ustadz concerned to stop understanding that does not lead to noise, for example by giving priority to religious instructors from the Ministry of Religion to conduct a data collection program for clerics who tend to make noise and provide understanding. considered good for the sake of maintaining peace and religious tolerance.
EFEKTIVITAS PENERAPAN KEPUTUSAN DIRJEN BIMAS ISLAM NO 379 TAHUN 2018 TENTANG BIMBINGAN PERKAWINAN DI KANTOR URUSAN AGAMA KOTA JAMBI
Authors: Harja Rimardi , Ramlah Ramlah , Hidayati Rahmi
Published: June 2023

The implementation of marriage guidance for prospective bride and groom candidates at the Jambi City Religious Affairs Office is not in accordance with the Decree of the Director General of Islamic Guidance Number 379 of 2018 concerning Guidelines for Implementing Marriage Guidance for Bride and Groom Candidates. For instance, prospective bride and groom candidates do not get a marriage guidance book and the duration of the guidance is relatively short from the time stipulated by the Director General's Decree. Qualitative approach was used in this study with a research design using a case study conducted at the Jambi City Ministry of Religion Office with the research samples being the Telanaipura District Religious Affairs Office, Kota Baru District Religious Affairs Office and East Jambi Religious Affairs Office. The data was collected by using observation, interviews, and documentation. This research resulted in four things. First, the implementation of marriage guidance is divided into two: face-to-face guidance is carried out at the Jambi City Ministry of Religion office and independent guidance is carried out at the Office of Religious Affairs. Second, the inhibiting factors for the implementation of marriage guidance are internal and external factors. Third, the implementation of marriage guidance at the Jambi City Religious Affairs Office has not run optimally according to the Decree of the Director General of Islamic Guidance Number 379 of 2018. Fourth, the impact of the implementation of marriage guidance is that the bride and groom candidates receive knowledge about the implementation of marriage guidance.
Molecular Characterization of MRSA Isolated from Camels and their Surrounding Environment
Authors: Farag Heba , Hafez Amani
Published: June 2023

To investigate the effect of the environment in MRSA transmission to camels, this study was performed in North Coast area and Al America District (Mariot Station), Egypt on camels (Camelus dromedarius), comprising 30 females and 10 males aged between one and five years old. A total of 100 various samples including nasal swabs (40), milk (30), soil (15) and water (15) were collected from 40 camels to isolate methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus using oxacillin resistance screening agar basal medium (ORSAB) beside determination of antibiogram pattern of the recovered isolates and molecular detection of some genes responsible for antibiotic resistance. It was found that the recovery rate of MRSA was 12.5, 6.67, 13.3 and 6.67% from the examined samples, respectively. Multidrug resistance was displayed by all MRSA isolates with 100% resistance to Cefoxitin and penicillin and with 80% resistance to Gentamycin, while 90% of the isolates were susceptible to Doxycycline, Linezolid and Ofloxacin and 70% to Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim. Finally, MRSA strains were discovered in camels and the surrounding area, suggesting that they may contribute to the spread of the pathogen among animals and people as well as within the community. Disinfecting soil and water using a selective, effective disinfectant may be a solution to this issue.
OS DIREITOS TRABALHISTAS DOS SERVIDORES PÚBLICOS NOS CONTRATOS DE TRABALHO COM CARÁTER TEMPORÁRIO
Authors: Da Silva Maria Vanda Ribeiro , Da Silva Auricélio Anselmo
Published: June 2023

O Direito do Trabalho brasileiro originou-se de uma série de revoluções e avanços sociais, ao qual o poder constituinte originário na CRFB/88 buscou garantir aos indivíduos uma série de direitos e garantias fundamentais que proporcionasse um trabalho mais digno e humanitário. Após inúmeros avanços e garantias proporcionados pelo Pacto Internacional de São José da Costa Rica e também a CRFB/88 direitos e garantias fundamentais como, contribuição ao FGTS, férias e também o décimo terceiro foram concedidos aos trabalhadores, em caráter excepcional como, por exemplo, em contratos temporários são relativizados. Os contratos temporários são utilizados por empregadores e também pela administração pública em caráter excepcionais que o Estado necessita de uma quantidade maior de servidores para realizar determinada função por um período de tempo, mas, infelizmente a administração pública agindo de má-fé realizavam contratos temporários como forma de privar os trabalhadores de direitos básicos para realizarem atividades por anos, até mesmo década. Sendo assim, surge a seguinte problemática: é possível caso comprovado o desvirtuamento do contrato temporário aos servidores a concessão de direitos e garantias fundamentais, tais como férias e FGTS? Como resultado foi possível identificar o tema 551 do STF contra o Estado de Minas Gerais reconheceu o desvirtuamento da contratação e ainda mais, concedeu a requerente o direito à percepção de férias remuneradas acrescidas do terço constitucional e décimo terceiro salário. Sendo assim, o STF tem posicionado no sentido de que a administração pública ao realizar recorrentes contratros temporários com seus prestadores de serviço provoca o enriquecimento ilícito do Estado, ainda mais, priva os trabalhadores de direitos garantias fundamentais. Pessoas que trabalham há 05 anos sem direito a férias remuneradas, ainda mais, sem seguro desemprego e até mesmo o FGTS poderam ter os seus direitos reavaliados após essa decisão importante para as relações trabalhistas, principalmente por se tratar o empregado do polo mais frágil na relação de trabalho. Como metodologia utilizada para confecção do trabalho foi a revisão bibliográfica e a pesquisa documental, destacando-se a jurisprudência que foi de suma importância para desvendar o problema proposto. Portanto, conclui-se que é obrigação do Estado e até mesmo da sociedade promover políticas públicas que protejam o direito do trabalho no Brasil, ainda mais, o posicionamento adotado pelos tribunais brasileiros está em consonância com tratados internacionais e até mesmo a própria CRFB/88 que procura a cada dia combater as desigualdades socioeconômicas e amenizar as diferenças entre as partes no direito do trabalho.
A TUTELA PROVISÓRIA DE URGÊNCIA E SUA RELAÇÃO COM O DIREITO AMBIENTAL NA PROMOÇÃO DA SUSTENTABILIDADE
Authors: Souza Thaís Fernanda Oliveira , Da Silva Bruno Cordeiro , De Oliveira Marcelo
Published: June 2023

A tutela provisória de urgência, conforme prevista no Novo Código de Processo Civil (NCPC) brasileiro, apresenta-se como um importante instrumento jurídico na promoção da sustentabilidade e na proteção dos direitos ambientais. Sua capacidade de oferecer respostas rápidas e eficazes em situações de potencial ou efetivo dano ao meio ambiente a torna uma ferramenta valiosa no contexto do direito ambiental. Deste modo, o tema do presente estudo é a tutela provisória de urgência e sua relação com o direito ambiental na promoção da sustentabilidade. Tem-se por objetivo discutir a proteção processual ao meio ambiente no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro, bem como o papel da tutela provisória na proteção e reparação de danos ambientais, através de pesquisa bibliográfica e documental. Trata-se de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, de natureza qualitativa, onde se procurou colacionar importantes considerações sobre o tema proposto. Pode-se concluir que a tutela provisória de urgência é um mecanismo jurídico crucial para responder a situações de potencial dano ao meio ambiente, permitindo ações imediatas para prevenir ou minimizar esses danos. Nesse sentido, contribui para a proteção de bens difusos, como o meio ambiente, que são de interesse coletivo e cuja preservação é fundamental para a sustentabilidade. No entanto, a eficácia da tutela provisória de urgência e do Direito Ambiental como um todo depende não apenas da aplicação adequada da lei, mas também de uma abordagem holística à sustentabilidade que envolva todas as partes da sociedade. É preciso um compromisso coletivo para garantir a proteção do meio ambiente e a promoção da sustentabilidade.
AS AUDIÊNCIAS POR VIDEOCONFERÊNCIAS DURANTE A PANDEMIA E A SUA COLABORAÇÃO PARA EFETIVAR PRINCÍPIOS GERAIS DO DIREITO PROCESSUAL BRASILEIRO
Authors: Camargo Sandy Mikaelly Silva , Chaves Farley Adriano Batista , Da Silva Auricélio Anselmo
Published: June 2023

O poder judiciário brasileiro, recentemente, adotou uma série de medidas para garantir aos indivíduos o acesso à justiça, o contraditório e a ampla defesa, como por exemplo, as audiências por videoconferências, mediante um dos maiores cenários de emergência mundial, a pandemia, COVID-19. Isso se justifica, devido aos indivíduos não poderem comparecer pessoalmente devido às medidas de isolamento social às audiências, logo, essa medida foi criada, como forma de garantir que as pessoas participem do devido processo legal até mesmo da sua própria casa. Sendo assim, o presente estudo tem como objetivo abordar as contribuições das audiências por videoconferências para a efetivação de princípios gerais do direito processual brasileiro até mesmo após o período pandêmico. O presente estudo tem como objetivo principal a abordagem da Contribuição das audiências virtuais para a preservação dos princípios do acesso à justiça, do devido processo legal, da ampla defesa e do contraditório às audiências por videoconferência tornou-se uma ferramenta de suma importância para os tribunais brasileiros. Uma vez que, são capazes de facilitar para famílias hipossuficientes que não possuem condições de custear gastos com passagens, alimentações e até mesmo pessoas com dificuldades de locomoção, podem participar através de aplicativos da sua própria casa, sem comprometer o seu sustento ou colocar em risco a saúde, ou, até mesmo a sua própria vida. Ainda mais, no caso de violência doméstica ou ações de divórcio que os litigantes sofreram alguma forma de violência, colocar o indivíduo frente a frente ao seu agressor que lhe provoca medo e transtorno psicológico poderá colocar em risco além da saúde emocional, até mesmo a própria dignidade da pessoa humana dos participantes. O poder judiciário ao oferecer uma audiência online possibilita que as partes um distanciamento que é fundamental no caso de violência doméstica e familiar. A metodologia utilizada para confecção do trabalho foi a revisão bibliográfica e a pesquisa documental. Portanto, conclui-se que as audiências por videoconferência contribuem com a democracia defendida no texto constitucional, uma vez que, advogados, até mesmo estudantes de direito, possuem acesso as audiências de forma fácil, inclusive quando acompanham processos em diferentes localidades.
The sonographic features of preoperative ultrasonography of metastatic tumors of thyroid cancer confirmed by surgical pathology
Authors: Ruan Lingling , Zhang Qingxin , Qu Qinghong
Published: June 2023

Abstract. This study aimed to analyze the sonographic features of metastatic tumorsin patients with thyroid cancer that underwent preoperative ultrasonogra-phy. One hundred and three thyroid cancer patients whose metastases were con-firmed by surgical pathology in The First People’s Hospital of Wenling from January 2020 toDecember 2021 were enrolled. All patients received preoperative ultra-soundexaminations, and the sonographic features were analyzed. Ultrasound ex-aminationshowed 83.50% of cervical lymph node metastasis (CLNM), 24.27% of soft tissueinvasion (STI), 3.88% of distant organ metastasis (DOM), 8.74% of CLNM + STI, 0.97% of CLNM + DOM, and 0.97% of CLNM + STI+DOM. Unilateral CLNM accounted for 72.09%, while bilateral CLNM accounted for 27.91%. The mean longdiameter of metastatic lymph nodes was (1.83±0.63) cm, and the mean short di-ameterwas (1.03±0.42) cm. Metastases to zone II, III, IV, V, VI, and VII accounted for 8.14%, 48.84%, 23.26%, 4.65%, 11.63%, and 3.49%, respectively. The L/T ratio of lymph nodes in 65 cases was lower than 2; 45 of 70 solid metastases exhibited solidhyperechoic, 15 multifocal hyperechoic, seven unifocal hyperechoic, and three diffusely distributed solid hyperechoic images. There were 25 patients with STI thatexperienced invasion of the thyroid capsule, ten patients experienced the invasion of the cervical fatty muscles, two patients had invasion of the trachea, and one pa-tienthad invasion of the thyroid cartilage. Of the four patients with DOM, one had parotidmetastasis, one had submandibular metastasis, one had axillary metastasis, and onehad uterine metastasis. The most common metastatic sites of thyroid can-cer arecervical lymph nodes. However, there were also metastases in the soft tissues anddistant organs. The ultrasonography exhibited typical sonographic features. An adequate familiarity with these sonographic features can aid in detecting suspiciousmetastases in time, which is crucial to the clinical diagnosis, treatment, and prog-nosticassessment.
Mucormicosis asociada a la COVID-19 en Venezuela: consideraciones en torno a un caso y revisión de la literatura.
Authors: Royero-León Cristina , Sojo-Milano Mayira , Pérez-Castro Ligia , Barazarte-Sánchez Dionelys , Golaszewski José , Muñoz-Gelvez Rubén , Gómez-Daza Fernando
Published: June 2023

Abstract. Mucormycosis is an emerging, severe, opportunistic, invasive mycosis with a worldwide distribution, low frequency, and high morbidity and mortality linked to immunodeficiency conditions. A significant increase in COVID-19-associated mucormycosis (CAM) has occurred in countries such as India and several countries of the Americas. We describe the presentation and management of a CAM case and discuss the clinical and public health sig-nificance of its characteristics concerning CAM and non-CAM cases reported in the literature. Using a timeline, epidemiological, clinical, microbiological, histopathological, imaging features, and multidisciplinary interventions in this CAM case are presented. A 64-year-old male patient from the north cen-ter of Venezuela, with a history of diabetes mellitus and a home-cared mod-erate COVID-19 episode treated on an outpatient basis, presented with left unilateral rhino-sinus-orbital mucormycosis with dentomaxillary extension. His first symptoms and signs were sinusitis, palatal changes, maxillary region pain, and loosening of teeth 19 days after the COVID-19 diagnosis. Mycologi-cal diagnosis supported by histopathology, direct examination, and culture indicated a Rhizopus spp. infection. The patient was successfully treated with amphotericin B, surgery with an endoscopic approach, and metabolic control. We discuss the influence of COVID-19 and its management regarding CAM development, as well as the importance of access to healthcare in this situa-tion. Mucormycosis should be considered among potential complications in diabetic patients with COVID-19. Therefore, comprehensive care and moni-toring must be provided in all phases of the COVID-19 clinical picture.
Matrix metalloproteinase 2 expression and disease-free survival of patients with osteosarcoma: a meta-analysis.
Authors: Gao Tianshu , Wang Zhenting , Liu Yi
Published: June 2023

Abstract. Numerous studies indicate the influence of matrix metallopro-teinase-2 (MMP-2) overexpression in osteosarcoma (OS) outcomes. A previous study has systematically analyzed the correlation between MMP-2 expression and the prognosis of OS. However, the results of subsequent studies remain in-consistent. Therefore, a meta-analysis in terms of the prognostic value of MMP-2 expression in OS was conducted. We employed the Newcastle-Ottawa scale (NOS) to evaluate the quality of the studies. Five studies involving 284 patients were included. The relative risk (RR) with a corresponding 95% confidence in-terval (95%CI) was calculated to appraise the predictive value of MMP-2 positive expression for OS recurrence and metastasis, and lower disease-free survival.It was indicated by the results that MMP-2 positive individuals with OS had higher recurrence and metastasis rates than negative individuals (RR=1.85, 95%CI:1.16-2.93, p<0.01). Sensitivity analysis showed that the combined RR was stable. There was no significant change, independently of whichever article was excluded.