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Sodium sesquicarbonate elicits oxidative stress in erythrocytes, liver and kidney tissues
Authors: Nwaigwe Chioma Uchenna , Udem Samuel Chukwuneke , Nwaigwe Chukwuemeka Onyekachi , Madubunyi Ifeanyi Innocent
Published: November 2023

Sodium sesquicarbonate also known as Sodium sesquicarbonate dihydrate (SSD) has been used globally for centuries in food and traditional medical practices. There is paucity of scientific information on the safety of this common food additive. This study was designed to find out if the oral administration of SSD is capable of generating oxidative stress in erythrocytes, liver and kidney using albino rats as experimental models. The total number of animals used for this study was fifteen. The experimental animals were grouped into three. There were five animals in each group. The rats in the first group which was the control group, were dosed with 1 ml distilled water, while groups 2 and 3 were treated with 400 mg/kg and 800 mg/kg body weight (bw) of SSD, respectively, once daily per os for 28 days. After the duration of treatment, the erythrocytes, hepatic and kidney tissues were processed for the analysis. The biomarkers of oxidative stress, superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase; and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances/ malondialdehyde (TBARS/MDA) were assayed. The result indicated that catalase enzyme activity was overexpressed in the red blood cells, liver and kidneys of the group that consumed the lower dose of SSD. The dose-dependent increase in the lipid peroxidation of the tissues as indicated by increased levels of MDA in the erythrocytes and TBARS in the tissues of the treated groups was significant (P < 0.05). The SOD enzyme activity in all the tissues assayed showed a dose-dependent decrease, which was significant at the probability level of 0.05. The consumption of SSD therefore caused lipid peroxidation and reduction in activity of the antioxidants present in the tissues studied.
Achieving the Third Mission in the UK: Towards a Theoretical and Practical Framework for University-Business Collaboration.
Authors:   , Jarvis Karlee
Published: November 2023

The thesis aims to build a contextualised rich description of complex and possibly opposing views of the same phenomena of the Third Mission. It is becoming increasingly important for UK universities (and especially Business Schools as anchor institutions) to collaborate with businesses to achieve local economic growth, thus achieving the Third Mission. The research design follows a constructivist, inductive stance however, it is based on secondary data, so it uses a modified qualitative systematic literature review (MQSLR) methodology. Twenty-one articles selected via the MQSLR were thematically analysed and synthesised, with the NVIVO software tool used to facilitate the coding process. A number of themes and sub themes are interpreted from the selected literature. These include themes based on the context, exposure, mechanisms, and outcomes of the Third Mission activity in the UK. The research informs development of a new Third Mission Framework for a university (in particular, a Business School) to help create the conditions to achieve the Third Mission. This theoretical and practical framework offers opportunities for a university to consider their approach towards both explicit and tacit knowledge exchange. The findings show that it is important to formalise measurement of two key outcomes: firstly, the extent to which there are Third Mission structures/systems in place and secondly, the extent to which Third Mission behaviours are adopted. The new Third Mission Framework utilises the SOGI framework (Society-Organisation-Group-Individual) and modified CEMO framework (Context-Exposure-Mechanism-Outcome). This enables the multi-level and complex phenomenon of the Third Mission to be approached (by a university and in particular a Business School) in a heterogenous rather than isomorphic way. The research finishes by proposing new contextualised definitions of the Third Mission and making recommendations for future study.
Gestos e toques em tela na compreensão de conceitos sobre bases numéricas: interações com o aplicativo Multibase
Authors: Ferreira Késia Alves Penna , Freitas Rony Cláudio de Oliveira , Gonçalves Adriane da Silva
Published: November 2023

Este estudo aborda a contribuição do uso de dispositivos móveis com toque em tela que possibilitam um novo olhar sobre o processo epistemológico diante da interação homem-dispositivo. Apresenta-se um recorte de uma pesquisa de mestrado, na qual se defende o uso da tecnologia touchscreen como ambiente de interação entre corpo e cérebro. Foram investigadas as contribuições de uma proposta de ensino com o uso do aplicativo Multibase para a aprendizagem de conceitos relacionados a bases numéricas, tendo como referência os gestos. De natureza qualitativa e abordagem interpretativa, esta pesquisa investigou uma turma de 2º ano do Ensino Fundamental. A partir das análises, verificou-se o que os gestos revelam e como contribuem para a compreensão dos conceitos presentes nas bases numéricas.
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THE EFFECTIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS FOR RESOLVING BUSINESS PROBLEMS
Authors: Nst Asrindah , Hasugian Buyung Solihin , Salsabila Tamara
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACTBusiness conflicts are unavoidable and can occur in various situations. Effective negotiation can be a powerful tool for resolving business conflicts and reaching solutions that are beneficial for all parties. I looked for various effective negotiation strategies that we can use to resolve business conflicts in this research .First, we talked about how important effective communication and an open approach are in negotiations. Clear and transparent communication allows the parties to understand what they need to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. Secondly, I emphasize how important it is to build good relationships between all parties involved in negotiations. Have solid and trust in each other can help reduce tensions and open up opportunities for both to work together to find solutions.Keywords: Negotiation Techniques, Conflict in business, Business Negotiations.
ONTOLOGY OF ACCOUNTING EDUCATION IN THE STUDY OF ACCOUNTING IMPLEMENTATION
Authors: Lubis Muya Syaroh Iwanda , Ima Ima
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACTNationalism and empiricism, because accounting uses thought to examine the data of accounting transactions used in the preparation of financial reports. This fact is something that can be answered accurately by the human senses. As a component of axiology or in accounting studies, accounting science is used as part of the accounting profession. Accounting science explains how financial reporting processes and transaction relationships affect each other in epistemology. The study examines accounting science from a theoretical perspective with a focus on epistemological aspects. This is crucial because philosophically accounting can be trapped in a science trap if it does not understand these aspects in a field of science. (Suwardi, 1999). The structure of the discussion in this study begins with a discussion of God's early command to carry out accounting. Next, we will discuss the philosophy of accounting from an epistemological point of view. The Islamic concept of accounting is discussed in the next section, and we will deduce the Islamic epistemological side of accountancy.Keywords: Ontology, Accounting Education, Implementation
THE EFFECT OF ADVERTISING AND SALES PROMOTION ON CONSUMER PURCHASE DECISIONS ON TIKTOK SHOP
Authors: Nurhayati Nurhayati , Silitonga Derita , Purba Budiman
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACTThis research aims to identify Sales promotions are a form of direct promotion that offers customers additional incentives or value for a product. Sales promotions encompass a wide range of tools, primarily those designed to encourage a faster or stronger market response. One of the best ways to communicate with customers is through promotions. And one of the ways most often used by marketing to introduce goods to customers is advertising. Researchers used Slovin's idea as a sampling technique.  Current advertising is positive but not significant to purchasing decisions. This may be due to too much ineffective promotion or a lack of it. Interesting advertisement. Today, sales promotions through discounts and contests and events strongly influence purchasing decisions; this must be maintained and improved. Consumers today are more motivated to buy goods on Tiktok stores through discounts rather than contests or events held.Keywords: Advertising, Sales Promotion, Purchase Decisions
Metodología sistémica y realidad virtual. Afrontando obstáculos didácticos en la enseñanza de la ingeniería
Authors: Flores Cruz Jesús Alberto , Flores Cruz Noé Irving , Alcázar Guzmán Anahi
Published: November 2023

En este libro se desarrolla y aplica una Metodología Sistémica para el Abordaje de Obstáculos Didácticos como herramienta útil para abordar los principales obstáculos didácticos que se presentan en el proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje de los estudiantes de ingeniería eléctrica, utilizando tecnología de realidad virtual. Esta metodología es el resultado de integrar etapas claves de dos teorías de pensamiento sistémico, dándole un carácter integral en el diseño, desarrollo e implementación de dicha metodología. No sólo consideró a los estudiantes, docentes y contenidos temáticos, sino que también tuvo en cuenta el entorno en el que se desenvuelven, lo que permitió obtener resultados alentadores de su implementación, evidenciados en la etapa de evaluación. Esto demuestra la efectividad del uso de la realidad virtual para abordar obstáculos didácticos en la enseñanza de la ingeniería eléctrica, siguiendo una secuencia metodológica. Aunque en este libro se consideró a los estudiantes de ingeniería eléctrica como caso de estudio, la metodología puede aplicarse fácilmente a la enseñanza de cualquier disciplina de ingeniería, ya que estos obstáculos se presentan comúnmente en todas ellas.
Sistema de información para la administración del acceso vehicular en zonas residenciales
Authors: Zepeda-Valles Gustavo , Becerra-Sánchez Aldonso , Esparza-Guerrero Santiago , Delgado-Salazar Nancy , Gonzalez-Arroyo René Ulises , Vidaña-Davila Raziel Yahir
Published: November 2023

En la actualidad, la construcción de zonas residenciales con acceso restringido ha ido en aumento a causa de los altos niveles de inseguridad que se mantienen en el país, por lo que más personas deciden habitar estos lugares, de ahí que la administración de la zona y sus accesos cuando ya está en funcionamiento se vuelven una necesidad prioritaria que atender para garantizar la seguridad. El presente trabajo, muestra el diseño de una solución digital para mejorar los procesos de administración y de control de acceso en zonas residenciales con entrada restringida. Contemplando la información que maneja el entorno actual que incluye domicilios, residentes, visitantes, estado financiero: ingresos y egresos, organización directiva: presidente y tesorero. La solución utiliza la interacción con todos los integrantes de esta demarcación para realizar todas las acciones de gestión y acceso con un procedimiento más organizado con un registro digital disminuyendo considerablemente el tiempo.
Extraccion, estudio fisico quimico y actividad biologica del aceite esencial de la Tagetes multiflora (Chiqchipa)
Authors: Fernández Jorge Pascual Chávez , Lazo Virginia Ana de los Angeles Lizárraga , De Nieto María Eleana Vargas
Published: November 2023

En los aceites esenciales hay sustancias químicas que tienen actividades antimicrobianas, antioxidantes y citotóxicas por lo que se hace necesario identificar los constituyentes químicos presentes. La Tagetes multiflora se recolectó la parte aérea en zonas altas del distrito de Yura a 20 km de distancia, zona de recolección: latitud Sur: 16º 14´40”, longitud oeste: 71º40´38” msnm, Arequipa. La extracción del aceite esencial se realizó por destilación en arrastre con vapor de agua obteniéndose un rendimiento en el rango de 0,8 – 1,30%, en muestra desecada, de la parte aérea del vegetal sin molienda; el análisis y control de calidad del aceite esencial se realizaron según INDECOPI e internacionales de AFNOR y AENOR. Las características físicas son: aspecto homogéneo con tendencia a resinificarse, olor suigéneris, color amarillo, sabor picante-astringente, densidad 0,79 g/ml, índice de refracción (20ºC) 1,456 y rotación óptica -5º30´, índice de acidez 2,2; soluble en etanol al 80% insoluble en etanol al 70%, soluble en n-heptano y diclorometano. Hay presencia de insaturación debido a la oxidación con permanganato de potasio, decoloración en presencia de bromo en CCl4, formación de precipitado amarillo con la 2,4-DNFH. El análisis bromatológico se realizó por métodos NTN y AOAC; se determinó proteínas 10,37%.  En el análisis proximal se determinó una humedad de 7,56 %, grasa 4,41%, cenizas 6,32%, fibra 33,64% y carbohidratos 37,69%.  En el aceite esencial se encontró 40 componentes químicos siendo el (E)-3,7-dimetilocta-1, 3,6-trieno (12,85%) (tagetona) el compuesto mayoritario; determinados por caracterización físico química, cromatografía de gases y espectroscopia IR. La DL50 del aceite esencial de la Tagetes multiflora por el método de Probit frente a Artemia salina es 14,4 ppm siendo considerado una sustancia tóxica.  La Candida albicans es sensible al aceite esencial de la Tagetes multiflora (CMB 2,78 μ/ml), seguido del S. flexneri y S. aureus.
Identifikasi Segmen Pasar Mahasiswa Perguruan Tinggi Menggunakan Analisis Klaster Berdasarkan Variabel Psikografis
Authors: Hardika Khusnuliawati  , Riskiana Putri Dhian
Published: November 2023

The importance of the presence of higher education enables the private sector to participate in organizing academic activities in the form of higher education institutions. This causes the private higher education market to become more competitive, which implies a low number of students. Therefore, market segmentation needs to be applied to college students so that they can help to determine the model of marketing and promotional activities. The stages carried out in this study consisted of data collection, data exploration, and extracting segment. Cluster analysis was applied as a method for extracting segments of students with psychographics variables as partitioning factors. The K-Means algorithm was chosen as the method applied for cluster analysis because it produces better performance when compared to the use of K-Modes. Cluster analysis based on psychographics variables applied to this case succeeded in extracting the segment of the university students into 6 segments.
Relationship Between the Monthly Allowance and Daily Expenses Among UiTM Jengka Students
Authors: Abu Hassan Nurul Nadiya , Abdul Wahid Nurmarni Athirah
Published: November 2023

Nowadays, a lot of universities students tend to live independently whether is the hostel or a rental house. Most students would manage their financial themselves and they get their financial help from either National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN), scholarships, their own saving or family funding. Several previous studies has been conducted based on students financial and some of it are on students awareness on their financial management. There are studies on students spending expectations and habits, also the relationship between monthly allowance and their average grade. Hence, a study on relationship between monthly allowance and their daily spending is done. This research took place in Universiti Teknologi Mara Jengka, Pahang (UCPh) where the researchers conducted a type of Quantitative Survey Research of gathering data. There is total 152 students that were involved in this research and they were from the various faculties in UCPh. After running the data gathered through IBM SPSS Statistics 25 Software, by using the Pearson correlation approach, it can be concluded that there is no significant relationship between the monthly allowance and their daily spending
Primitive art in the Archipelago: Meaning and Continuity in the History of Indonesian Fine Art
Authors: Iswahyudi Iswahyudi
Published: November 2023

The discussion about Indonesian art in this paper is deliberately limited to modern art. It seems appropriate that the name Nusantara is more popular with art in Indonesia which is still in the categories of primitive, classical and traditional art. A little bit about primitive art, which is easy to understand, is that works of art which, in terms of technique, materials and symbolic meaning, are still categorized as simple in nature. Usually primitive art is identified during the prehistoric period and relates to the early period of human culture, but if all artifacts are from the mesolithic or middle rock period or neolithic or new rock. Then, with regard to classical art, it could be said that the rise of this type of art occurred after entering the historical period or when life had settled down and there was already a regulated community through the institutions it created. Judging from the word classic etymologically means it has received a Nobel title. Such a non-lexical meaning is conventional, usually classical art is a work of art that has experienced its peak of beauty. So what can be said is that classical art is also a paradigmatic system of values that is widely adhered to by its supporters, so that works of art are usually always produced in palaces and are constantly celebrated, especially in terms of their perfection.
The Humour of Sociolects and Idiolects among Heterogeneous Audiences in Contemporary Nigerian Stand-up Comedies
Authors: Adekunle Idowu James
Published: November 2023

Stand-up comedy, a trans-tribal and gender-equality profession among talented Nigerian youths, is posed with different linguistic barriers in communication exchange between tribal performers and their heterogeneous audience and between intertribal performers and homogeneous audiences because of cultural differences. In Southwest Nigeria, the Yoruba call it "Efe" and "Apara;" Southeast, the Igbo, "Njakiri;" the North, Hausa/Fulani, "Yan Kama" and 'Waman Sariki. Earlier studies have focused on its entertainment aspects, disregarding its underlying intercultural values and mono-national speech act. Therefore, this study examines the use of the mono-national speech act of Pidgin-sociolect and Pidgin-idiolect (catchphrases and withering scorn) used by Nigerian stand-up comedians in live performances to address linguistic barriers and foster communication exchange between performers and heterogeneous audiences. This is in a bid to create national unity, promote love and foster mutual intelligibility among the heterogeneous audience. Schechner's Performance Theory was used to interrogate performance. Data from live recordings of purposively selected Nigerian Stand-up comedians: Ayo Makun (AY), Helen Paul, Godwin Komone (Gordons), Ahamefula Igwemba (Klint da Drunk), and Aboki, were used. They underwent a performance analysis.
A Comparison of the Concept of Waiting in Selected Quranic Verses and Excerpts of Marlow’s Dr. Faustus
Authors: Hadi Salwa Abdulamir , Shamkhi Saad Laftah , Kadhim Basim Jubair
Published: November 2023

This research paper examines the concept of waiting as depicted in selected Quranic verses and in Marlow's play Dr. Faustus. Both sources explore the theme of waiting, but they present it from different perspectives and with different implications. The Quranic verses emphasize waiting as an act of surrender to divine timing, patience, and faith in Allah's plan. It is seen as a virtue that leads to spiritual growth and rewards in the afterlife. In contrast, Dr. Faustus portrays waiting as driven by human ambition and a desire for power and knowledge. The protagonist's impatience and misuse of power ultimately lead to tragic consequences. The differing portrayals of waiting highlight the contrasting roles of patience, faith, and ambition in the human experience. The paper delves into these differences and explores the broader philosophical and moral implications raised by each perspective. Ultimately, it prompts readers to reflect on how these concepts shape their lives and choices.
Improvisation and Radical Objectivization Identities in Angela Carter's The Bloody Chamber: A Lacanian Reading
Authors: Alhmdni Thulfiqar Abdulameer Sulaiman
Published: November 2023

This research applies Lacanian psychoanalysis to scrutinize the use of improvisation and radical objectivization in Angela Carter's The Bloody Chamber. Drawing on Lacan's theory of the "mirror stage," the work argues that Carter's use of these literary techniques disrupts the reader's sense of identity and challenges their preconceived notions of self and other. Through close analysis of key passages from the text, the research demonstrates how Carter's use of these techniques creates a sense of alienation and fragmentation in the reader, as they are forced to confront the unsettling and often disturbing aspects of the stories. The work also explores how Lacan's concept of the "phallus" is invoked in Carter's work, as she challenges traditional gender roles and subverts the dominant male gaze through the use of powerful female protagonists. Further, it maintains that Carter's use of these techniques, offers a powerful critique of patriarchal norms and invites the reader to engage with the complex and often contradictory nature of identity and desire. By disrupting traditional fairy tale tropes and challenging patriarchal norms, Carter invites the reader to engage with the complex and often unsettling nature of identity and desire, and offers a powerful critique of the ways in which these concepts are shaped and constructed by dominant cultural narratives.
Susan’s Elusive Unreliability and Coetzee’s Existential Thinking in Foe
Authors: Zhao Yinqi
Published: November 2023

This paper explores the portrayal of Susan Barton as an unreliable narrator in J.M. Coetzee’s novel, Foe, and its implications on storytelling, authorial authority, and existential themes. Through a comprehensive analysis of Susan’s narrative, the paper delves into the dual interpretations of her (un)reliability and argues that Coetzee intentionally crafts her as an elusive unreliable narrator. Then this article examines the “re-deconstruction” achieved by Coetzee, which challenges traditional storytelling conventions and emphasises the underlying meaning conveyed by a story. It also tries to explore Coetzee’s philosophical contemplations of existence and contends that aligning with Sartre’s existential thinking, Coetzee discusses many concepts around freedom and existence. By incorporating existential reflections, the paper uncovers the consciousness and existence embedded in the narrative.
Factors Driving Irrational Purchase Behavior of Live Streaming E-commerce: The Mediating Effect of Consumer Purchase Intention
Authors: Chen Yongyan , Gao Yuan
Published: November 2023

Driven by the e-commerce live broadcast, the irrational purchase phenomenon of consumers has become more and more prominent. Based on SOR theory and social identity theory, this paper builds an intermediary effect model by collecting 286 questionnaires, aiming to deeply explore the causes of consumers' irrational purchase behavior under the background of e-commerce live broadcast, and propose corresponding solutions. The results show that price promotion, anchor characteristics and live broadcast interactivity all have a positive impact on irrational purchase behavior, and consumers' purchase intention plays a partial mediating role in this process.
Cuestionario para el estudio de las necesidades educativas en salud sexual y reproductiva de estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Saeteros Hernández Rosa Del Carmen , Ortiz Zayas Eida , Saeteros Hernández Angélica María , Mejía Paredes Martha Cecilia
Published: November 2023

Introducción: Contar con instrumentos para evaluar la salud sexual y reproductiva de estudiantes universitarios es un objetivo de la comunidad científica Objetivo: Construir y validar un cuestionario para el estudio de necesidades de educación sexual de universitarios. Métodos: Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica sobre los fundamentos teóricos que relacionan la Promoción de la Salud y la Salud Sexual y Reproductiva, se operacionalizaron las variables de estudio de acuerdo a las fases del modelo PRECEDE-PROCEDE, se construyó la primera versión del cuestionario, se validó el contenido y validez por criterio de expertos, además, fue sometido a un pilotaje; se hicieron las modificaciones y ajustes pertinentes y se elaboró la versión final del cuestionario que se aplicó en dos grupos de estudiantes universitarios. Resultados: Se creó un cuestionario para investigar las necesidades educativas en Salud Sexual y Reproductiva, en base al ajuste del modelo en la etapa PRECEDE, la fase I, corresponde a un diagnóstico social, de representaciones socioculturales en sexualidad; en la fase II, un diagnóstico de características demográficas y epidemiológicas de los problemas de la Salud Sexual y Reproductiva; la fase III, corresponde al diagnóstico de comportamiento y estilos de vida sexuales y reproductivos; en la fase IV, permite realizar un diagnóstico educacional, de factores predisponentes, facilitadores o favorecedores y de refuerzo de comportamientos sexuales. Conclusiones: La adherencia al modelo en su fase PRECEDE, permitió un acercamiento integral al problema de estudio, al realizar tal y como recomienda una secuencia diagnóstica social, epidemiológica, conductual, de estilos de vida y educativa.
Métodos diagnósticos y estrategias terapéuticas actuales para la erradicación del Helicobacter pylori
Authors: Teruel Ginés Rolando , Leyva Montero María de los Ángeles , Infante Romero Fidel Enrique , Teruel Leyva Liliana , Vaca Lalón Indira Samantha
Published: November 2023

Introducción: Helicobacter pylori es una bacteria relacionada con el desarrollo de enfermedades gastroduodenales de alta prevalencia mundial, por lo que es importante un diagnóstico oportuno y un tratamiento eficaz. Objetivo: Proporcionar información actual y concisa al personal de salud sobre los métodos diagnósticos y manejo terapéutico de esta patología, con el fin de mejorar su práctica médica. Métodos: La presente investigación corresponde a una revisión bibliográfica de tipo narrativa, desarrollándose una búsqueda bibliográfica con las palabras: “Helicobacter pylori, Diagnóstico/métodos, Terapéutica”. Las bases de datos utilizadas para la búsqueda fueron: PubMed, Scielo, Medigraphic, Science Direct, entre otras. Resultados: Se identificaron 68 investigaciones de artículos originales y revisiones bibliográficas, donde 40 cumplieron con los criterios para ser incluidos en la investigación. Discusión: Para el diagnóstico existen métodos invasivos, destacándose la histopatología y el cultivo, mientras que los no invasivos comprenden la detección de antígenos en heces y la prueba de aliento con urea como las más usadas y accesibles. Dentro del tratamiento se describen esquemas de primera, segunda y tercera línea, y actualmente se encuentran en investigación otras alternativas al tratamiento convencional. Conclusión: Los métodos no invasivos como la prueba de aliento con urea y la detección de antígeno en heces poseen una sensibilidad muy elevada, siendo esta última la que se emplea en mayor medida por su disponibilidad y accesibilidad. En la terapéutica actual, el esquema cuádruple con metronidazol y tetraciclina, muestra gran eficacia con curaciones permanentes.
Manejo de la enfermedad pélvica inflamatoria
Authors: Rojas Pérez Lino Arturo , Cruz Basantes Blanca Herminia , Rojas Cruz Lino Arturo , Rojas Cruz Augusto Ernesto , Rojas Cruz Andrés Eduardo , Villagómez Vega María Daniela
Published: November 2023

Introducción. La enfermedad pélvica inflamatoria se refiere a la infección de los órganos del tracto genital superior que involucra al útero, trompas de Falopio, ovarios y puede afectar a otros órganos pélvicos, generalmente es polimicrobiana. Objetivo. Determinar de acuerdo a la evidencia encontrada el manejo más adecuado.  Metodología. En la búsqueda de información se utilizó el formato PICO como pregunta clínica, y se ha obtenido la información de bibliotecas científicas virtuales como, Cochrane, EBSCO, Pub Med, ACCESSSS, Centers for Desease Control and Preventtion y en UptoDate, DynaMed, como buscadores de información científica, sobre el manejo de la enfermedad pélvica inflamatoria. Resultados. Se han encontrado 35 artículos científicos que respalda la información presentada y que cumplen los criterios propuestos en el proceso investigativo. Discusión. La enfermedad pélvica inflamatoria es una infección polimicrobiana del tracto genital superior, puede causar pelviperitonitis, problemas de infertilidad, dolor pélvico crónico entre otros, por lo tanto es fundamental su prevención, diagnóstico oportuno y el mejor tratamiento científico. Conclusiones. El uso de protocolos para la prevención, el diagnóstico y tratamiento oportuno de la enfermedad pélvica inflamatoria disminuye las probables complicaciones que puede presentarse.
Patogenia de la insulinorresistencia y déficit de vitamina D en el Síndrome de ovario poliquístico
Authors: Mena Jimenez Freddy Mauricio , Ruiz Chico Alison Tamara , Urquizo Buitrago Holguer Israel , Suarez Guerrero Daniel Alberto , García Córdova Juan Javier
Published: November 2023

Introducción: El síndrome de ovario poliquístico (SOP) es un trastorno endocrino-metabólico de gran importancia por afectar la calidad de vida de aquellas mujeres que lo padecen. La patogenia de la insulinorresistencia e insuficiencia de vitamina D se asocian con la predisposición al síndrome de ovario poliquístico el cual se considera una de las alteraciones endócrinas más frecuentes en las mujeres a nivel mundial, con una prevalencia del 5-15%. Métodos: La presente investigación es de tipo narrativa o no sistemática en la cual se realizó una rigurosa búsqueda en distintas bases de datos como: Science Direct, Redalyc, PubMed, Scielo, UpToDate, Google Scholar, etc. Se utilizaron artículos desde 2017-2021 en inglés y español. Resultados: Fueron revisados 38 fuentes bibliográficas de las cuales se incluyeron 30 y se excluyeron 8 dado que no cumplían con los criterios establecidos para la selección. Discusión:  El 73% de mujeres con SOP manifiestan deficiencia de vitamina D, la cual se relaciona con la insulinorresistencia ya que el 50% de las mujeres que padecen SOP presentan hiperinsulinemia y resistencia a la insulina con alteraciones en el metabolismo de los carbohidratos y aumento de glucosa en ayunas. La deficiencia de vitamina D y la insulinorresistencia en conjunto pueden provocar infertilidad, hirsutismo, parto pretérmino, vaginosis bacteriana gestacional, diabetes gestacional y menopausia precoz. Conclusiones: La suplementación y tratamiento con vitamina D en el síndrome de ovario poliquístico podría tener un efecto beneficioso sobre las distintas alteraciones metabólicas ya que mejora la sensibilidad de la insulina, niveles de testosterona, parámetros de ovulación y foliculogénesis ovárica.
Valores en la profesión médica desde la percepción de estudiantes de medicina
Authors: Saeteros Hernández Rosa del Carmen , Mejía Paredes Martha Cecilia , Ortiz Zayas Eida , Saeteros Hernández María
Published: November 2023

Introducción: La profesión médica, al igual que todas las profesiones, requiere no sólo de amplios conocimientos científicos y técnicos relacionados con su disciplina, precisa además de una formación ética y humanista, es decir una formación integral, en la que se promuevan los valores fundamentales para la vida.

Objetivo: Determinar los valores en la profesión médica desde la percepción de los estudiantes de medicina de la Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo.

Métodos: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo de corte transversal, participaron en el estudio 85 estudiantes del cuarto semestre de la Carrera de Medicina que cursaban la cátedra de Deontología y Bioética Médica.

Resultados: En este estudio se observó que el respeto, el humanismo y la excelencia fueron las cualidades morales que en mayor medida se expresaron como muy buenas desde la percepción de los estudiantes en la atención médica de su última cita. Las cualidades morales que los estudiantes consideran que les faltaría desarrollar y aplicar en la práctica médica son la dedicación al paciente, la sabiduría, la vocación y el arte de la medicina. Sobre el grado en el que los estudiantes consideran que han desarrollado las cualidades morales de la profesión médica se encontró que el mayor porcentaje menciona tener un muy buen desarrollo de algunos valores como la sencillez, el respeto y la lealtad.

Conclusiones: Es fundamental que las instituciones de educación superior que ofertan carreras de medicina formen profesionales con competencias, destrezas y habilidades no solamente desde el punto de vista científico y técnico, sino, además, con una visión humanística.
Relación del consumo de alcohol con sobrepeso y obesidad en adultos de una provincia andina y seis amazónicas del ecuador
Authors: Ruiz Parra Ángel Arturo , Abril Ulloa Sandra Victoria , Morejon Teran Yadira Alejandra
Published: November 2023

El aporte calórico de la ingesta de alcohol en consumidores está infravalorado, por lo que su relación con el sobrepeso y obesidad es poco conocida. El objetivo del estudio fue determinar la relación entre el consumo de alcohol con el sobrepeso y la obesidad en adultos de una provincia andina y seis provincias amazónicas del Ecuador en el año 2021. Mediante una encuesta virtual difundida por redes sociales que incluyó: datos socioeconómicos; datos antropométricos y de salud; actividad física; consumo de alcohol y tabaco e ingesta dietética. Se obtuvieron un total de 309 encuestas válidas para realizar el análisis estadístico. Se utilizó el programa R versión 4.0.1 y se utilizó la prueba Chi cuadrado. Se encontró que el consumo de alcohol se relaciona con el sobrepeso y obesidad, además que este consumo es mayor en adultos de provincias amazónicas que en la provincia andina. Como conclusión, el consumo excesivo de bebidas alcohólicas tales como: vino, cerveza y destilados se relaciona con el sobrepeso y la obesidad, determinado con Índice de Masa Corporal (IMC). Por lo tanto, su consumo es un aspecto importante a considerar para evaluar el estado nutricional de población adulta.
CIRCUNFERENCIA DE CUELLO COMO INDICADOR DE SOBREPESO Y OBESIDAD EN ESCOLARES DE LA UNIDAD EDUCATIVA “PRIMERO DE MAYO”, PUYO-ECUADOR
Authors: Lema Lobato Irene Jahaira , Delgado López Verónica Carlina
Published: November 2023

Introducción: La creciente prevalencia de sobrepeso y obesidad infantil es alarmante debido a las repercusiones que trae consigo. El Índice de masa corporal/ Edad (IMC/E) es el indicador más empleado para identificar el estado nutricional en la población infantil, recientemente, ha aumentado el interés por utilizar la circunferencia del cuello como posible indicador de exceso de peso. Objetivo: Determinar la relación entre la circunferencia de cuello y el sobrepeso/obesidad en escolares de la Unidad Educativa ¨Primero de Mayo¨, Puyo. Metodología: Estudio de tipo descriptivo transversal, se evaluaron a 220 escolares entre 6 a 10 años de edad. Se tomaron medidas antropométricas de peso, talla y circunferencia del cuello. La correlación entre la circunferencia del cuello e Índice de Masa Corporal/Edad (IMC/E) se determinó mediante el coeficiente de correlación de Spearman. Se utilizaron la Curva Característica del Operador Receptor (ROC) y el área bajo la curva (AUC) para establecer el punto de corte de la circunferencia del cuello. Resultados: La circunferencia del cuello mostró una correlación moderada significativa con el IMC/E. El punto de corte de la circunferencia del cuello para definir sobrepeso/obesidad se calculó en un valor superior a 27.95 cm (AUC: 0.856, IC 95%: 0.804 – 0.909, sensibilidad 79.6%, especificidad 20.5%). Conclusión: Se observó una asociación moderada significativa entre la circunferencia del cuello y el IMC/E en los escolares de 6 a 10 años. La circunferencia del cuello es un indicador sencillo, económico y no invasivo que puede utilizarse en la detección del sobrepeso y la obesidad.
Importancia de la ligadura de arteria mesentérica inferior en cirugía erradicadora de patología tumoral maligna de colon izquierdo
Authors: Vargas Lucio Brayan Jóse , Vallejo Espinoza Jordy Steven , Veloz Barzola Joshua Steven , Bermeo Villacrés Alfonso Darío
Published: November 2023

Introducción: La ligadura adecuada de la arteria mesentérica inferior asegura la escisión en bloque de los ganglios linfáticos asociados con un tumor. Objetivo: Describir el porqué de la ligadura de la arteria mesentérica inferior en hemicolectomía izquierda por tumor de colon. Metodología: Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica narrativa, se usaron las siguientes bases de datos: PubMed, Scielo, Springer, Nature, Elsevier, ScienceDirect, Karger y como buscador base Google Académico, el cual derivó a revistas médicas y repositorios universitarios. Resultados: Se analizaron a profundidad 40 artículos originales, revisiones bibliográficas narrativas, sistemáticas y metaanálisis en inglés y español con autores nacionales e internacionales con fecha entre 2018 y 2022, en los idiomas español e inglés. La importancia en cuanto a la ligadura de la arteria mesentérica inferior al ser una hemicolectomía es requerida para evitar una diseminación hematógena y linfática hacia otros órganos. Conclusión: La ligadura de la arteria mesentérica inferior en la hemicolectomía izquierda por tumor de colon constituye una estrategia eficaz y segura, que minimiza la diseminación hematógena y linfática con un mejor abordaje quirúrgico.
The Effect of Human Resource Training and Development on Increasing Employee Performance with Work Motivation as an Intervening Variable
Authors:   Kadiri University Kediri, Indonesia, Sustiyatik Enni
Published: November 2023

This research aims to determine the effect of training and human resource development on improving employee performance with work motivation as an intervening variable at CIMB Niaga Kediri Branch. This research uses quantitative research methods because the research data is in the form of numbers and analyzed using statistics and meets scientific principles, namely concrete, objective, measurable, rational and systematic. The population in this study were 200 employees who worked at the financial institution CIMB Niaga Kediri Branch. Meanwhile, the sample was 67 respondents. Data collection techniques use questionnaires, observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis method is descriptive analysis and Partial Least Square (PLS). From the results of this research it can be concluded that: (1) Based on data processing carried out by researchers through the bootstrapping method, training has a significant positive effect on employee performance. (2) Based on data processing carried out by researchers using the bootstrapping method, there is a significant positive influence between human resource development variables on improving the quality of employee performance. (3) Based on data processing carried out by researchers using the bootstrapping method, there is a significant positive influence between training and motivation. (4) Based on data processing carried out by researchers using the bootstrapping method, there is a significant positive influence between human resource development variables on motivation. (5) Based on data processing carried out by researchers using the bootstrapping method, there is a significant positive influence between motivation variables on performance. employee. (6) The relationship between training and improving the quality of employee performance is mediated by the motivation variable with a significant positive effect. (7) The relationship between human resource development and improving the quality of employee performance is mediated by the motivation variable with a significant positive effect.
The Impact of Population Aging on the Balance of Medical Insurance Fund in Vietnam
Authors:   University of Labour and Social Affairs, Hanoi, Vietnam, ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2854-4150, Pham Duc Trong
Published: November 2023

In recent years, Vietnam has made significant reforms to its health insurance system, resulting in great progress. However, changes in epidemiology and demographic shifts towards an aging population can impact the balance of the social medical insurance fund. Against this background, this paper aims to study the factors that affect the impact of population aging on the balance of the health insurance fund, by introducing seven mediating variables and subsequently analyzing the relationships between these variables to investigate the impact of population aging on the health insurance fund balance. The results indicate that population aging negatively affects the balance between revenue and expenditure of the medical insurance fund. Based on this analysis, we propose two corresponding recommendations to enhance fiscal sustainability: Enhancing healthcare resource efficiency and promoting economic development to increase income for workers.
Depth of Porosity of Glass Ionomer Cement with the Addition of Nano-Sized Gourami Scale Powder
Authors:   Department of Basic Dental Biomaterial, University of Jember, Indonesia, Sumono Agus , Wulanda Erawati ,   Department of Conservative Dentistry, University of Jember, Indonesia, Ramadhani Annaba’ ,   Student of Faculty of Dentistry, University of Jember, Indonesia, Nugroho Raditya ,   Department of Conservative Dentistry, University of Jember, Indonesia, Supriyadi Supriyadi ,   Laboratory of Dental Radiology, University of Jember, Indonesia, Ratna Dewanti I Dewa Ayu ,   Department of Biomedical Dentistry, University of Jember, Indonesia
Published: November 2023

Background: Glass ionomer cement (GIC) contains higher porosity than other restorative materials. Porosity can cause the GIC surface to become rough and reduce the material's mechanical properties. Gourami fish scales powder (GFSP) contains hydroxyapatite, which can potentially reduce the porosity of GIC. This research aimed to analyze the porosity depth of conventional GIC by adding 1.5%, 2.5%, and 3.5% GFSP nanoparticles (nGFSP). Materials and Methods: This type of research is an experimental laboratory with a post-test-only control group design. Twelve samples were disc-shaped diameter of 5 mm and a height of 2 mm which were divided into four groups: G0:GIC, G1: GIC+1,5% nGFSP, G2: GIC +2,5% nGFSP, and G3: GIC+3,5% nGFSP). Samples were cut into two parts and observed by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The results were analyzed by One Way ANOVA and Least Significant Difference (α = 0,05). Result: The average value of the porosity depth from the highest to the lowest is G0, G1, G2, G3. There was a significant difference between all sample groups (p = 0.000). Conclusion: The addition of nanoparticles GFSP reduced the porosity depth of conventional GIC; the addition of 3.5% nanoparticles GFSP showed the shallowest porosity depth.
A Comparative Clinical Study on Effect of Samsaptak Choorna and Avipattikar Choorna in Management of Amlapitta
Authors: Bhausaheb Chavan Sourabh
Published: November 2023

Introduction: In this modern era, we all are undergoing different lifestyle modification related to food and lifestyle. Irregular meal pattern, work in shift duties, irregular sleep timing, craze for fast food, anxiety, and stress-induced hectic unhealthy schedules cause various disorders due to which there has been an extraordinary increase in the disorders related to Annavahasrotas or the gastrointestinal (G.I) system. Burning sensation in chest, sour belching, abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, headache, and constipation are the most common complaints faced in day-to-day life. All these symptoms point toward Amlapitta in Ayurveda. If left untreated, it may lead to complications such as ulcerations in the gastrointestinal tract and forward the known medications such as Avipattikar Choorna andSamsaptak Choorna are taken for the study to evaluate their effect and compare their effect.Materials and Methods: 20 patients of Group A were treated with Samsaptak Choorna for 30 days. 20 patients of Group B were treated with Avipattikar Choorna for 30 days’ 20 patients in each group and both groups subjected to Amlapitta treatment: In the first group, doses of Samsaptak Choorna 3 g BID per day in divided doses for period of 30 days and in the second group, doses of AvipattikarChoorna 3 g BID per day in divided doses for period of 30 days.Results: The result of both groups was analyzed statistically and compared and results were interpreted in the term of increase or decrease in the parameter. The statistical analysis reveals that both the groups are showing good result but Group B is slightly more effective result then Group A in Amlapitta.
A Clinical Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Abhaya Nagara Churna in the Management of Tamaka Swasa~Bronchial Asthma
Authors: Sharma Pariksha
Published: November 2023

Introduction: In the 19th century, surgery underwent a transformative moment with the discovery of the first anesthetic. Ayurvedic pioneers like Susrutha and Caraka described surgical techniques devoid of anesthetics, relying on substances such as wine. Recognizing the limited effectiveness of herbal local anesthetics like Akarakarabha and Giri Ardraka, researchers began exploring Aparajitha (Clitorea ternatea) as a potential potent local anesthetic.Methods: To assess Aparajitha as a local anesthetic, water and alcohol extracts were obtained from finely powdered white Clitoria ternatea leaves. These extracts underwent testing at different concentrations using anesthesia methods like the frog’s web, frog pouch, and guinea pig’s wheel.Results: The alcohol extract of Aparajitha acted as an effective anesthetic, with onset from the 7th to the 20th minute, waning by the 35th minute. Both water and alcohol extracts were employed for a comprehensive assessment based on compound solubility. In frog pouch experiments, the test substance induced anesthesia in 10 minutes, while the standard took 3 minutes. Concentrations of 0.2%, 0.4%, and 0.8% had no significant impact, but concentrations of 0.8%, 1%, and 2% showed noticeable anesthesia effects. The 2% alcohol extract achieved the desired effect within 10 applications, matching the standard’s performance, although the standard surpassed the test samples in guinea pig infiltration anesthesia.Discussion: The study indicates that Aparajitha possesses local anesthetic properties, despite limited literature references. Further evaluation, including toxicity studies and clinical trials, is needed to assess its viability as a clinical anesthetic. This research serves as an initial exploration of Ayurvedic anesthesia potential contributions to modern surgery.
Lipoma of Left Forearm – A Case Report
Authors: Khuntia Jayashree , Kumar Kasta Ranjan
Published: November 2023

Lipomas are the most common benign form among all types of tumors arising from soft tissues. It can occur everywhere on the body, although the majority of cases occur in the head, neck, shoulder, and back region. Those are very uncommon in the hand, especially in the forearm and fingers. Most lipomas are not painful and does not harm to people. However, it disfigures the body part. Hence, the patient wants to remove it. It is a case of 38-year-old woman presented with a lipoma of the forearm. The patient complained of no pain but she felt some difficulty during manual movement. Here, the treatment of choice is Chhedana karma (surgical excision of lipoma). As it is atypical, so awareness is imperative since the differential diagnosis from other soft-tissue tumors and from common lipoma classification involved is quite extensive.