bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Description et réception de l’architecture française dans les récits de voyage de Pitzler, Corfey et Sturm : une approche quantitative
Authors: Dölle Florian
Published: April 2022

Cet article se réfère à une thèse soutenue en 2020 sur trois récits de voyage d’architectes allemands ayant visité Paris et Versailles vers 1700, étudiés selon une méthode inédite, à la fois quantitative et qualitative. Ces témoignages ont été examinés à la lumière de trois questions : quel est le contenu des textes et leur répartition (longueur par sujet traité, rapport texte-image), qu’elle a été la démarche des auteurs et, enfin, d’où proviennent les informations consignées. Pour ce faire, il a fallu procéder à des identifications, des catégorisations et des quantifications détaillées afin de générer des données chiffrées précises. Celles-ci ont permis de confirmer plusieurs hypothèses en opérant une véritable dissection des sources. En appliquant cette méthode, les récits de voyage ont pu être intégralement analysés de façon systématique. L’article présente certains résultats parmi les plus exemplaires obtenus grâce à ce nouveau mode opératoire.
De Dresde à Weikersheim, en passant par Versailles : trois cas de transfert culturel franco-allemand revisités
Authors: Ziegler Hendrik
Published: April 2022

Les relations culturelles entre la France et les territoires du Saint-Empire au tournant des xviie et xviiie siècles sont encore souvent examinées à l’aune d’un prétendu fossé culturel entre la France et ses voisins de l’Est. La culture française dominante serait admirée et imitée – tant bien que mal – par divers princes d’Empire. C’est négliger les intentions politiques qui déterminent le recours aux pratiques culturelles et productions artistiques françaises. Cette contribution vise à les identifier et à proposer des concepts pour mieux les saisir. Elle s’appuie sur trois exemples jusqu’à présent peu ou pas étudiés, qui révèlent les multiples facettes des relations artistiques franco-allemandes : le renouveau de la mode française de la rhingrave des années 1660, portée par Auguste le Fort en 1719 ; les représentations de jardins et palais français au château de Weikersheim, propriété du comte Carl Ludwig von Hohenlohe, ainsi que sa statue équestre ; et enfin les propositions du théoricien allemand de l’architecture Leonhard Christoph Sturm pour « améliorer » la galerie des Glaces du château de Versailles. Les notions introduites ici (asymétrie, caractère hybride, analogie et effet en retour) sont un premier pas pour le développement d’outils conceptuels permettant leur description plus précise.
Zimbabwe’s transition to a devolved system of government: Critical factors for success
Authors: Nyikadzino Tawanda , Vyas-Doorgapersad Shikha
Published: April 2022

Background: The national development roadmap of the Zimbabwean government emphasises devolution as a fundamental plank in alleviating poverty and regional inequalities. However, the government is grappling with the transition to a devolved government system.Aim: This article aimed to explore the critical success factors for guiding the devolution process in Zimbabwe.Setting: The research is descriptive in nature and provides a detailed analysis of the devolution processes in Zimbabwe.Methods: The article is theoretical, and considered a qualitative, descriptive research approach.Results: The article argues that devolution has the potential to achieve the intended benefits if implementation fundamentals are in place.Conclusion: The article provides the political, fiscal, legislative, and institutional reforms critical for the successful implementation of devolution. These reforms are complementary and mutually reinforcing in facilitating the transition to a devolved government system.
Since when have humans had a soul?
Authors: May Andreas
Published: April 2022

An attempt is made to determine when humans have had a soul. For this purpose, mind and soul are distinguished from each other. This clarification of terms makes it possible to criticise the emergentist view, which assumes that the soul arises naturally from the biological organism. The existence of a soul is inferred from the mental activities of humans, which are directed towards the transcendent. Special significance is given to burials. Burials have been practised for at least 448 000 years. Not only Homo sapiens, but also Homo naledi, Homo heidelbergensis steinheimensis and Homo neanderthalensis buried their dead. Therefore, there is good reason to assume that Homo heidelbergensis and all its descendants possessed (and still possess) a soul. Moreover, one can suppose that Homo erectus and Homo naledi also possessed a soul.Contribution: The clear distinction between the immanent mind and the transcendent soul makes us aware that we humans are beings equally at home in immanence and transcendence. Humans have possessed a soul for a very long time, and not only Homo sapiens but also his ancestors and related species.
Cultivating the worshipful self in an algorithmic age: Reflections on an Asadian conclusion
Authors: Rafudeen Auwais
Published: April 2022

In a recent book, Secular Translations: Nation State, Modern State and Calculative Reason, Talal Asad is concerned with how the language of calculation and abstraction, inaugurated by modernity and accelerated by our current algorithmic reality, erodes the language of cultivated embodiment typical of religious worldviews and the virtues that such embodiment seeks to develop. These languages are predicated upon and cultivate different types of selves that are fundamentally at variance with each other. It is not that that one cannot cultivate the worshipful, virtuous self in our algorithmic reality, but Asad’s pessimistic conclusion is that the conditions for such cultivation are being made increasingly difficult as we seemingly hasten towards a posthuman future. Asad here echoes thinkers such as Leon Kass and Michael Sandel who have also expressed disquiet about the loss of cultivated embodiment in such a future, but in an important meta sense, he goes beyond them by interrogating the underlying language we use to frame our discussions in this area. The purpose of this article is to bring an awareness to this Asadian argument, which, I believe, should at the very least give us some pause for thought as technology plunges us into new and unknowing horizons.Contribution: Despite the many laudable accomplishments of modernity in the techno-scientific sphere, vital questions remain about its ability to bring about overall human flourishing. Among others, the thought of Talal Asad provides a way to think about why the promised potential of modernity in this regard has not been realised and, concomitantly, why traditional, embodied teachings of religion continue to be critical in thinking about the future.
Redefining status through burqa: Religious transformation and body politics of Indonesia’s woman migrant workers
Authors: Rohmaniyah Inayah , Indiyanto Agus , Prasojo Zainuddin , Julaekhah Julaekhah
Published: April 2022

Apart from being commonly understood as a symbol of religious identity, full-face veils (burqa) are also a process through which women redefine their bodies and social status. This article investigates Indonesian women’s commitment to wearing burqa after their work migration in Taiwan and Hong Kong. It focuses on the signification and the redefinition of the body through hijrah (transformation). In-depth interviews conducted with nine Indonesian women migrant workers (WMWs) revealed that this hijrah process characterised by the wearing of the burqa is not always motivated by a religiously radical mindset but more likely by practical considerations aiming to create a sense of security and comfort while working overseas. The burqa is perceived as a symbolic shift in body definition: from being a source of harm, to piety and privilege, paving the way for women to join an emerging elite community, rendering them a new noble and influential social status through socio-religious activities. This study recommends that further research on WMWs in the Middle East needs to acquire a more comprehensive picture taking into account its complexity.Contribution: Beyond the symbolic religious identity, burqa wearing is also a form of political participation. It illustrates women’s agency and transformation in redefining their bodies, public space, authority and public recognition.
Classroom factors that contribute to emotional intelligence in the case of primary school learners
Authors: Erasmus Sasha , Van Eeden René , Ferns Ilse
Published: April 2022

Background: A healthy classroom climate has been related to the socioemotional development of learners. This, in turn, has been associated with an increase in academic success, intrapersonal skills and the quality of interpersonal relationships.Aim: This study aimed to investigate the impact of classroom climate on the emotional intelligence (EI) levels of South African primary school learners. The aim was also to determine which classroom factors promote, and which inhibit the development of EI.Setting: A purposive sample of 119 primary school learners from six classes in two government schools in Durban, Kwazulu-Natal was drawn. Ethical clearance and permission for the study were obtained from the relevant stake holders. Informed consent was obtained from the parents or guardians as well as the participants.Methods: The My Class Inventory (short form) (MCI-SF) and the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (Child Short Form) (TEIQue-CSF) were administered. The former is a measure of classroom climate. Relations between classroom climate factors and EI were explored by means of Pearson’s correlations and stepwise multiple regression analysis. ANOVA and Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to compare the performance of the learners in the different classes in terms of these variables.Results: Results indicated a strong relation between classroom climate and EI; satisfaction and cohesiveness correlated positively with EI levels, whilst friction, competitiveness and difficulty correlated negatively with EI levels.Conclusion: The results contribute to the understanding of the development of a positive classroom climate. Intervention at classroom level might be a more viable option in resource-strapped contexts.
The ‘invisible enemy’ COVID-19 and the responses of Aladura churches in South West Nigeria
Authors: Adedibu Babatunde A. , Akindolie Akinwumi A. , Olujobi Adeleke A.
Published: April 2022

The emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in December 2019, has changed the face of public health concerns across the globe. COVID-19 has multiplier effects on every facet of human endeavours. This study is situated within the health and religion discourse on African Christianity, particularly the Aladura (praying) churches. The aim of the study is examining the responses of African Indigenous Churches (Aladura churches) to COVID-19 in Southwest Nigeria using the Church of the Lord (Prayer Fellowship Worldwide (TCLPFW); Christ Apostolic Church (CAC); Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) and Cherubim and Seraphim Church (CS) as microcosm of the Aladura movement. The study utilised qualitative research methodology. This includes interviews and participant observation as a primary source, while secondary sources entail review of relevant literatures on the subject of health and religion discourse. This research noted that with the advent of COVID-19, Aladura churches relied on prayers, and appropriated various approaches in their attempt to assuage the onslaught of COVID-19 amongst their adherents. Aladura churches have responded to modernity with the appropriation of technological tools in the sustenance and recruitment of their clientele before and during the COVID-19 lockdown. The emerging tension inevitably calls for reimagination of pastoral and religious care in an era of the pandemic. There is the urgent need for government and non-governmental agencies to collaborate with faith-based organisations (FBO) like Aladura churches due to perceived religious credibility, social and religious capital and by their adherents to address socio-economic and health related challenges in their communities.
When do religion and science meet in uncertainty?
Authors: Zaluchu Sonny E. , Engel Jacob D.
Published: April 2022

This study reports on the concept of uncertainty through the words of Agur in the Book of Proverbs about four observed objects, namely the way of an eagle in the air, the way of a serpent upon a rock, the way of a ship amid the sea, and the way of a man with a woman. The approach used to explore those words is the uncertainty theory by Heisenberg and the falsification method by Popper. It can be concluded that uncertainty is one of the themes of the Bible that unites science and religion in a dialogical manner. The finding strengthens the perspective that science can demonstrate and strengthen the Bible narrations through certain themes. The study also shows that the metaphysic statements of the holy book are not always normative and can be accepted as the source of knowledge supporting its own methodology.Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: This research strengthens the intersection of religion and science. Although the two methodologies are different, there are intersection points where the two can explain and confirm each other.
Real-time Web-Based Monitoring and Measurement of Solar & Wind Energy for Feasibility of Source of Electricity
Authors:   Master in Industrial Education, Surigao State College of Technology, Narciso Street, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte, Usara Arvin Mag
Published: April 2022

Solar and wind are the most abundant source of renewable energy. Investing to build this type of energy generation needs reliable and on-site data. Still, data are available on the internet based on predictions from the previous year. This study is an actual and real-time measurement and monitoring of solar and wind power to analyze the potential development of solar and wind energy harvesters on the island. The web-based tracking of solar and wind energy, a system that can monitor and, through data collected, will check solar and wind power feasibility. The study utilized the minicomputer raspberry pi as the central processing unit of the design. The development of the project study consists of six stages: the analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation, and communication. The developed system is tested as to usability using self-made questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Also, data are plotted and analyzed the measured value of solar and wind energy in two locations in the Daywan Islands. Based on the data results, installing solar and wind energy in location 2 in Daywan Island, Claver, Surigao del Norte is feasible and efficient. Wind turbines have dominant and efficient power made compared to solar panels during nighttime. It will prove to the investors would make the assurance to invest in solar and wind energy. As to the result of the descriptive statistics, the development system passed the evaluations as to usability and operability. Keywords—Web-based, Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Raspberry pi, Hybrid
Nurse-Driven Protocols for Abdominal Pain in the Emergency Department
Authors:   , Schmidt Chris
Published: April 2022

Practice Problem: Emergency department (ED) crowding hinders the opportunity to deliver safe, quality care to abdominal pain patients and detrimentally affects clinical outcomes. Leadership of a rural community ED recognized a comparable issue by introducing a nurse-driven protocol (NDP) to reduce patient length of stay (LOS) and the rate of patients who leave the department prior to physician evaluation. PICOT: The PICOT question that guided this project was: For adult patients in an emergency department, how does a nurse-driven protocol for abdominal pain compared to no protocol use affect the LOS and left without being seen (LWBS) rate over 10 weeks? Evidence: Fourteen studies were identified and supported evidence of effective NDP use for reducing the LOS and LWBS rate amongst abdominal pain patients. Improved clinical outcomes, enhanced operational efficiencies, increased patient and staff satisfaction, and NDP utility in multiple disease states were themes recognized in the literature. Intervention: The evidence-based NDP empowered ED nurses to obtain laboratory diagnostic data and implement nursing interventions within a facility-approved protocol designed to improve throughput by decreasing the time from patient presentation to obtaining medical disposition. Outcome: A pre and post-implementation design found a clinically significant mean reduction of 28-minutes in LOS with the use of the NDP. Overall LWBS was reduced from 5.2 to 2.3 percent and found to be statistically significant. Conclusion: Implementation of an ED abdominal pain NDP was effective in decreasing ED LOS and LWBS. Emergency nurses reported a sense of empowerment with the use of the NDP.
Social Media Homicide Confessions
Authors: Yardley Elizabeth
Published: April 2022

The relationship between crime and social media has become an increasingly important topic. This unique book analyses what those involved in homicide do with social media. It investigates the practices of those involved and argues that confessions convey insights into the social and cultural context of contemporary homicide.
Young, Muslim and Criminal
Authors: Qasim Mohammed
Published: April 2022

Qasim gained unique first-hand insight into the multifaceted lives of a group of young British male Muslims who offend after spending four years studying them. He unwraps their lives, explores their identities and explains what role religion and Pakistani culture play in their criminal behaviour.
UTICAJ LIPOLITIČKIH PROMENA U SILAŽI NA SADRŽAJ POLINEZASIĆENIH MASNIH KISELINA U MLEČNOJ MASTI PREŽIVARA
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Agriculure,, Đorđević Nenad , Stojanović Bojan , Božičković Aleksa , Stojković Blagoje , Radonjić Dušica
Published: April 2022

The paper presents an overview of domestic and foreign research on the influence of lipolytic changes in silage on the content and the composition of milk fat. During the preparation of herbage for ensiling (wilting), some losses occur due to lipolysis and oxidation of fatty acids. During the fermentation of the ensiled mass whereby some strains of lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus plantarum AKU 1009a) were used as inoculants, the biohydrogenation of some PUFA occurs as well as the increase of the content of conjugated fatty acids in the silage. Based on a review of a number of experiments, the most favorable effect can be attributed to legume and grass silages, compared to corn silages. In the first place, for sure, is red clover silage, due to the partial reduction of lipolysis by polyphenol oxidase. In contrast, when corn silage is used, there is occurrence of biohydrogenation of linoleic acid in trans- 10, cis-12 CLA, which is a very strong inhibitor of milk fat synthesis.
UTICAJ NEGENETSKIH FAKTORA NA MASU JAGNJADI PRI ROĐENJU, SA 30 I 90 DANA STAROSTI KOD SJENIČKE PRAMENKE
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Agronomy Čačak, Petrović Milun , Bogosavljević-Bošković Snežana , Đoković Radojica , Rakonjac Simeon , Petrović Miloš , Žigić Halid
Published: April 2022

Overall sheep production is influenced by certain factors, genetic and paragenetic. Fertility traits of sheep are more influenced by non-genetic systematic factors, whether they are discontinuous in nature (year of birth, season of birth and lambing, partus in order, type of birth, sex of lambs) or continuous (age at first insemination, etc.). The research included 180 sheep of the Pramenka breed, Sjenica pramenka in the breeding areas of three municipalities: Priboj, Prijepolje and Nova Varos. Data on the growth of lambs in the lactation period were analyzed, as follows: weight at birth, weight at the age of 30 and 90 days of age. The influence of fixed paragenetic factors such as: breeding area, year of birth of ewes, lambing in order, type of lambing, sex on the manifestation and variability of the observed characteristics of lamb growth in the lactation period was observed. The breeding area and type of birth had a significant effect (P <0.01) on the weight of lambs from all three age categories. The year of birth of lambs and the interaction of the breeding area and type of birth had a highly significant effect (P <0.01) on the mass of lambs at birth and at the age of 90 days, and significantly (P <0.05) on the mass of lambs at 30 days of age. Lambs in a row and a half of lambs did not significantly affect any trait of lamb growth in the lactation period. The coefficients of determination for the observed traits were high and very significant and ranged from 0.775 (77.5%) in the mass of lambs at birth to 0.397 (39.7%) in the mass at 30 days.
ETNOBOTANIČKI PREGLED TRADICIONALNOG KORIŠĆENJA BILJAKA BANATSKOG, ŠUMADIJSKOG I ZLATIBORSKOG OKRUGA
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Sciences, Đelić Gorica , Mitrović Aleksandra , Brković Duško , Marković Goran , Pavlović Milica
Published: April 2022

An ethnobotanical study was conducted to document the traditional and local use of plants in the prevention and treatment of diseases in the three administrative districts of the Republic of Serbia, Banat, Sumadija and, Zlatibor. The research aims to point out the similarities and differences in the use of medicinal plants in the examined environments and the time contributed to the preservation of knowledge about the traditional use of plants in these parts of Serbia. Data were collected using an ethnomedical survey in which 79 respondents aged 35-75 participated. The families from which most species are used in traditional medicine are Lamiaceae (17.5%), Rosaceae (13%), Asteraceae (11%).. The largest number of respondents collects herbs (47%) and uses it in the form of tea (43%) for the treatment of respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases.
BIOAKUMULACIONI I TRANSLOKACIONI POTENCIJAL VRSTE „HOLCUS LANATUS“ L. NA JALOVIŠTU RUDNIK DOO „RUDNIK“
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Sciences, Branković Snežana , Glišić Radmila , Brković Duško , Đelić Gorica , Grbović Filip , Rajičić Vera , Marin Marija , Vasić Marijana , Bogosavljević Jelena
Published: April 2022

The aim of this study was to determine the concentration of some metals (Mn, Ni, Fe, Cu, Zn, Cr, Ca, Mg, Pb, Cd) in the soil and species of H. lanatus L. on the tailings and flotation of the mine DOO "Rudnik". Concentrations in the soil were: Pb - higher than the maximum allowed, limit and remediation values; Cd, Cu and Cr - higher than the maximum allowed and limit values, and Ni and Zn higher than the limit values (according to the regulations of the Republic of Serbia). Results suggest the possibility of using the roots of H. lanatus in the bioaccumulation of metals Ni, Mg and Cd, as well as the aboveground parts of this plant species in the accumulation and phytoextraction of Cd.
ANALIZA ŽIVOTNIH FORMI FLORE BRDSKO-PLANINSKOG PODRUČJA SEVEROZAPADNE SRBIJE I ŠUMADIJE
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Agronomy Čačak, Brković Duško , Branković Snežana , Đelić Gorica , Marković Goran , Grbović Filip
Published: April 2022

The biological spectrum of the flora of a particular area is a complex indicator interdependence of plant life forms and ecological characteristics of the area. The spectra of life forms are a reflection of the adaptation of plants over time. The most common life forms in the flora of the investigated area are hemicryptophytes with 46.6%, followed by therophytes with 18.2% and geophytes with 12.7% taxa. Phanerophytes with 10.4% and hamephytes with 8.3% from less represented life forms. The investigated area is characterized by the largest share of hemicryptophytes, which is a characteristic of the flora of the temperate region, and a slight increase in the presence of geophytes and phanerophytes is noticeable, as opposed to slightly less hamephytes and significantly less hydrophytes.
EVALUATION OF IRON AND MANGANESE IN WATER FROM DELIBLATO SANDS AREA 2022ЗБОРНИК БИОДИВЕРЗИТЕТ
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Agriculture, Popović-Djordjević Jelena , Marković Goran , Roje Vibor , Sarić Beka , Mutić Jelena
Published: April 2022

Water is one of Nature’s most valuable resources. The aim of this study was to evaluate the content of iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn) in nineteen water samples collected in the area of Deliblato Sands (southern Banat, Serbia). Concentrations of Fe and Mn were determined using Inductively coupled plasma – optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) analytical technic. In most studied samples concentrations of Fe and Mn were 5-10-fold higher than the maximum allowed concentrations (MAC – 50 μg/L) established by national regulations on the water quality for human use. The elevated concentrations of studied elements could be attributed to the geology of the terrain in the studied region.
NAPREDNI PROCESI OKSIDACIJE HLORFENOLNIH JEDINJENJA IZ OTPADNIH VODA-KINETIČKA DFT STUDIJA
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Institute for Information Technologies, Milanović Žiko , Antonijević Marko , Jeremić Svetlana , Đorović Jovanović Jelena , Milenković Dejan
Published: April 2022

Using sophisticated computer methods, the mechanisms of degradation of chlorophenols compounds were investigated: 2-chlorophenol (2- CP) and 2,4-dichlorophenol (2,4-DCP) with hydroxy (HO•) radical in water, at different pH values, by the Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs). Acid-base species, which are represented in different molar fractions at different pH values, contribute to a comprehensive study of the process of degradation of compounds harmful to the environment. The overall reaction rate constant (koverall) of the operational reaction pathways is in the range of 3.82×109 to 1.76×1010 M-1s-1, at pH 0-14, which indicates the good ability of HO• radicals in the process of compound degradation. Estimated ecotoxicity values of the investigated compounds indicate that the formed product shows lower acute and chronic toxic effects on aquatic organisms.
Entidades en México con incidencia suicida durante la pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Vidal Manuel Alberto Carrillo , Aguilar José Paulino Dzib
Published: April 2022

Durkheim (1989) define el suicidio como “todo caso de muerte que resulte, directa o indirectamente, de un acto, positivo o negativo, realizado por la victima misma, sabiendo ella que debía producir este resultado” (p.6). Una de las principales causas de muerte por cuestiones externas en México es por los suicidios, siendo 7, 896 casos registrados durante el 2020 por el Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía (INEGI, 2021); Esta investigación es de corte cuantitativo y correlacional, en el que se busca comparar la tasa de suicidios del año 2020 en comparación con las del 2010 2015 contemplando la situación mundial ocasionada por el virus del SARS-CoV-2, hipotetizando que no aumentaron la cantidad de suicidios, ya que la privacidad percibida por las personas se ve afectada por la naturalidad del confinamiento. Se encuentra un crecimiento proporcional en la tasa de suicidios del año 2010 al 2020, indicando que el confinamiento por el COVID-19 no propició un aumento en los casos de suicidio, ya que siguen la misma tendencia de aumentos que en los años 2010 y 2015, por lo que se acepta la hipótesis planteada y se deduce que no existe una correspondencia entre los casos de suicidio ocurridos en el año con la presencia del confinamiento y la pandemia por COVID-19.
Pharmacopuncture in the Yin Tang acupoint and sedative effect on animals – literature review
Authors: Orlandini Carla Faria , Sala Pollyana Linhares , Tramontin Rafael Santos , Zaniolo Melissa Marchi , Borges Talita Bianchin , Quessada Ana Maria
Published: April 2022

The purpose of this article is to review the use of pharmacopuncture in the Yin Tang acupoint to tranquilize animals, emphasizing its importance as a tool for the veterinary practitioner in his daily routine. The aim of the acupuncture is to achieve a homeostatic effect, restoring the balance of altered organic functions. Pharmacopuncture has been used to produce sedation in dogs. The Yin Tang acupoint is a sedation point located between the eyebrows that produces sedation in humans and animals upon stimulation. Several studies have shown that administration of a subdose of acepromazine and xylazine in this acupoint effectively induces sedation in dogs comparable to that of the therapeutic dose administered by conventional means, without causing serios side effects. We hereby suggest that new drugs should be testes with this technique for the clinical practice in animals.
Feline leishmaniasis – review
Authors: Noe Perla , Babo-Terra Veronica Jorge
Published: April 2022

Leishmaniases are diseases caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania, and are a major challenge to public health. While dogs and various wild species serve as reservoirs of the protozoan, domestic and wild cats can also be infected. The number of diagnosed cases of feline leishmaniasis has recently grown in endemic areas, suggesting that this species can no longer be considered an unusual host of Leishmania sp. There was a great advance in laboratory techniques in recent years, which may have contributed to increasing the number of positive diagnoses. Thus, it is necessary to understand the real role of the cat in the epidemiology of the disease and clarify whether this species can behave like a protozoan reservoir. The purpose of this review is to gather important information about the disease in domestic cats, such as epidemiology, clinical signs and diagnosis.
Total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy in cats – review
Authors: Silva Adelina Maria da
Published: April 2022

Total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy is a surgical procedure indicated for the treatment of chronic otitis externa and otitis media, aural polyps and neoplasia of external auditory canal in cats. Because of its complexity, there is potential risk of various surgical complications such as persistence or recurrence of infection, facial nerve damage, Horner’s syndrome, inner ear damage, auditory function impairment and poor ear carriage. Nonetheless, excellent results can be obtained by means of precise and meticulous surgical skills. Special attention should also be given to postoperative pain management due to the deep dissection in this kind of surgery. The aim of this review is to describe these feline ear diseases and the surgical technique of total ear canal ablation and lateral bulla osteotomy.
Characterization of the trade of unconventional pets in Concórdia, Santa Catarina, with emphasis on animal sanity and welfare
Authors: Santi Mariele de , Reis Ana Carolina Gonçalves dos , Casagrande Renata Assis
Published: April 2022

The aim of this study was to characterize the trade of unconventional pets in the city of Concórdia, Santa Catarina. Twelve establishments that trade animals or food were visually inspected and the respective owners were requested to fill in a questionnaire. It was found that birds are the most commercialized group (77%) in these establishments, followed by rabbits (55.5%), rodents (55.5%) and black-bellied sliders (44.4%). These animals were acquired from legalized of informal breeders and a quarantine was not usually performed. Regarding the feed, these establishments indicated seed mixtures to feed birds (91.7%) and rodents (83.3%), and pelleted feed for rabbits (91.6%) and reptiles (66.6%). These supplies were acquired either in suitable containers or in bulk. Knowledge about the maintenance of these species is still not widespread, evincing the need for employee training by veterinarians.
Canine narcolepsy
Authors: Baliellas Deborah Eileen Menezes , Cardoso Carolina Vieira , Pontes Josy Carolina Covan , Bondan Eduardo Fernandes
Published: April 2022

Canine narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the appearance and organization of sleep. It is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, cataplexy and hypnagogic hallucinations. In Doberman and Labrador breeds, narcolepsy is transmitted hereditarily by the canarc-1 recessive gene, which has complete penetrance and causes a mutation in the receptor for hypocretin-2, a neuropeptide that prevents entry into REM sleep by activating specific neurons. Diagnosis can be achieved by observing the symptoms. Cataplexy is a key factor for diagnosis of narcolepsy and must be carefully distinguished from other neurological diseases and reversible paralytic disorders. Treatment is palliative and based on the administration of stimulants of the central nervous system (CNS) and tricyclic antidepressants.
Surgical repair of canine scrotal hypospadias – case report
Authors: Rorig Maria Cecília de Lima , Silveira Solimar Dutra da
Published: April 2022

The present report aims to describe a case of scrotal hypospadias in a four-month-old boxer. This anomaly was observed during physical examination of the reproductive system, which evinced an ectopic opening of the urethral ostium in the scrotal region, as well as penile underdevelopment and atrophy, malformation of the foreskin and dermatitis in the periurethral region. After additional tests, the patient was referred for surgery, during which amputation of the penis, orchiectomy and urethrostomy were performed. The patient presented excellent post-surgical recovery. The chosen surgical conduct was successful with respect to the clinical picture, and minimized complications due to hypospadias, ensuring a better quality of life to the patient.
Segmental uterine aplasia in elective ovariohysterectomy in a bitch – case report
Authors: Santos Cássia Regina Oliveira , Lopes Ítalo Barbosa Lemos , Silva Sobrinho Fernando B. da , Ramos Jamilly Nunes , Andrade Andrezza Cavalcanti de , Campinho Daniela da Silva Pereira , Silva Alexandre Redson Soares , Gomes Ana Amélia Domingues
Published: April 2022

Congenital anomalies of the reproductive system of cats and dogs are rare. Among these, the unilateral agenesis of the uterine horn (unicornuate uterus) is the most frequent anomaly. Due to its rarity and few reports in literature, the aim of this work is to report the finding of uterine segment aplasia in a bitch during elective ovariohysterectomy. Traction of the right uterine horn was attempted after a retro umbilical celiotomy, disclosing a malformation characterized by shortening of the uterine horn, which measured 12 mm with the ovary close to the reduced segment. Malformation encountered during surgical procedures result in difficulties for the surgical team and prolonged surgical time, since other organs and systems can also present anomalies and require therefore careful inspection.
Bilateral renal sarcoma in a bitch
Authors: Torres Eliângela , Rodrigues Paula Cava , Carvalho Maria Carolina Ferraz de , Toscano Cauê Pereira , Leite Nathalia Corrêa , Faldon Camila Torres da Silva , Gonçalves José Adauto
Published: April 2022

Renal neoplasias are rare in dogs. When these occur, they usually affect middle-aged dogs from medium to large breeds, and most of them with malignant behavior. Only 7-11% of these tumors are of mesenchymal origin. Renal mesenchymal metastases appear most frequently in the lungs and abdominal organs. Clinical signs are non-specific, such as weight loss, inappetence and hematuria. This article describes a case of renal stromal sarcoma in a 7-year-old Rottweiler bitch. The main symptoms were fatigue and prostration. Exams showed anemia and neoplastic lesions in both kidneys, liver and jejunum. Ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration was inconclusive. Final diagnosis was achieved port-mortem, through tissue biopsy and immunohistochemistry.
Veterinary oncology: radiology and ultrasonography exams in decision makingOncologia veterinária – exames radiográficos e ultrassonografia na tomada de decisões
Authors: Matos da Silva Daniella , Froes Tilde Rodrigues
Published: April 2022

Imaging exams are frequently requested during assessment of oncological patients. Although advanced imaging techniques are already available in veterinary medicine, radiographic and ultrasonographic exams remain the basic diagnostic tools in veterinary oncology. This review describes some considerations to improve clinical approach to animals with neoplastic lesions based on the use of radiographic and ultrasonographic exams. The role of these modalities in screening, diagnosis, staging, treatment choice, and follow-up of cancers is discussed. Additionally, a workflow for some type of tumors is described, such as mediastinal lymphoma in cats, as well as mast cell tumors and osteosarcoma in dogs. Situations that require other techniques are also discussed.
Radiographic features of atlantoaxial instability in an adult canine – case report
Authors: Araujo Sabrina Barros , Alves Aline Sousa , Lucena Dayvid Vianêis Farias de , Lima Amara Gyane Alves de , Melo e Silva Sérgio Ricardo A. de , Souza Almir Pereira de
Published: April 2022

This report describes the radiographic findings in a case of atlantoaxial instability associated with agenesis of the odontoid process of the axis in an adult dog. Clinically, the patient presented apathy and tetraparesis. A simple radiographic examination of the cervical region was performed, which allowed the disclosure of agenesis of the odontoid process of the axis without articular changes. The atlantoaxial normality index (ANI) was 0.103 mm, indicating instability of the joint. A conservative approach was adopted by means of a cervical collar, movement restriction and anti-inflammatory therapy. We concluded that asymptomatic adult animals can be carriers of this condition, and that the calculation of the ANI was an effective tool to complement the subjective radiographic evaluation of this articulation on this report’s dog. The patient remains stable with the cervical collar.
Intestinal lymphangiectasia in a dog – case report
Authors: Martins Natalí Faria , Marques Danilo Roberto Custódio
Published: April 2022

Lymphangiectasia is an obstructive disorder of the lymphatic system. In the gastrointestinal system, it may result in protein loss and enteropathy, which can lead to edema, ascites or pleural effusion. It can be either a primary (congenital) or secondary (acquired) disorder. The goal of this study is to report the case of a seven-year-old male Yorkshire Terrier that had a 30-day history of diarrhea and ascites. Laboratory tests disclosed hypoproteinemia and hypoalbuminemia. Definitive diagnosis was achieved through endoscopic biopsy. The tutor reported significant improvement seven days after treatment onset. The animal was kept on a diet with fat restriction and remained free of clinical signs post-treatment.
Hypermanganesaemia with dystonia polycythemia and cirrhosis
Authors: Prem Chand  , Zahra Ali Padhani  , Rozmeen Akbar  , Fazal Arain
Published: April 2022

Hypermanganesaemia with dystonia, polycythemia, and cirrhosis (HMDPC) is a rare genetic and autosomal recessive disorder that occurs due to mutation of the SLC3A10 gene, which encodes the manganese (Mn) transporter in the body; as a result, Mn accumulates in the brain, liver and muscles. This accumulation leads to symptoms of generalized dystonia, polycythemia, and hypermanganesaemia. In this report, we present the case of a 2½-year-old baby girl (patient) with complaints of lower limb weakness and increased difficulty in walking for six months. Her laboratory test results showed deranged values with increased Mn levels in the body. The patient was put on six cycles of EDTA therapy, which showed an improvement in her condition. This case report is presented to create awareness about a rare genetic disorder with an effective treatment in some cases. Thus, more work and research is required to understand and develop better treatment options for this disease.
Health related quality of life in post-acute coronary patient
Authors: Hisam Aliya , Aqsa Khan  , Fatima Zia  , Bisma Zahid  , Aymen Naeem  , Hadia Chaudhry
Published: April 2022

The study aimed to assess the effects of lifestyle-modification counselling on behavioural outcomes among patients after myocardial infarction. This was a quasi-experimental study, conducted at the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC), Rawalpindi, from December 2018 to February 2019, on 50 post-myocardial infarction (post-MI) patients. Knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding lifestyle was assessed using a self-designed, pre-tested, validated questionnaire. The participants were given health messages regarding lifestyle modifications for 15-20 minutes based on WHO guidelines on the nature of the disease, diet, exercise, smoking cessation, weight and blood pressure monitoring, and salt intake. The mean age of the patients was 58.68 ±10.8 years. The MI knowledge sufficiently improved (28,100%), positive attitude was observed (27, 96.4%), and healthy practices were anticipated (24, 85.71%) significantly (p<0.001) after counselling. The lifestyle modification counselling improved the knowledge, attitude, and practice among post- MI patients but significant improvement was seen only in knowledge and practice.
Keywords: Attitude, counselling, health messages, knowledge, lifestyle modification, myocardial infarction, practice.
BK virus associated haemorrhagic cystitis in related donor haematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients: a developing country experience
Authors: Noor Misbah , Saifullah Khan Niazi  , Hajra Farooq  , Raheel Iftikhar  , Eijaz Ghani  , Parvez Ahmad
Published: April 2022

A retrospective cross sectional study was conducted at the Virology Department, Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP) and Armed Forces Bone Marrow Transplant Centre (AFBMTC), Rawalpindi, from January 2016 to July 2018. Medical records of 193 patients were examined to determine the number of patients developing Haemorrhagic Cystitis associated with BK virus (BKV). BKV PCR testing was done on the patients’ urine samples. Cytomegalovirus reactivation was also assessed weekly from day 30 to day 100, by CMV quantitative PCR testing on blood samples. Out of 193 patients, 11 (5.6%) developed haemorrhagic cystitis and all these patients were positive for BKV on urine samples. The maximum number of positive cases, i.e. 5 (2.6%) was in the age group three months to 10 years. Primary disease in seven out of 11 cases was Beta-Thalassemia Major.
Keywords: Haemorrhagic cystitis, Haematopoietic stem cell transplant, BK virus.
Paediatric penile perception score (PPPS) in hypospadias repair
Authors: Syed Adeel Ahmed  , Syed Zafar Zaidi
Published: April 2022

The present cross-sectional study sought to evaluate the Paediatric Penile Perception Score (PPPS) as a tool to assess parental perception of hypospadias repair in children. In all, 60 patients were enrolled in the study with median age of 3.9 years; of these 24 (40%) had proximal hypospadias and 36 (60%) had distal hypospadias. After hypospadias repair, parents/guardians were interviewed about meatus, glans, skin, and general appearance using a standardised questionnaire to report penile appearance and penile perception. Overall, the median PPPS score was 17 (IQR: 16-18) with no significant difference in the penile perception score between the type of hypospadias, relationship of the person interviewed with the child (mother, father or other), nor the children’s age. The study revealed that penile perception score (PPPS) is a valuable tool that can be used to assess parental penile perception regarding the child’s penile appearance and noted overall high satisfaction after hypospadias repair.
Keywords: Hypospadias, paediatric penile perception score (PPPS).
Primary thyroid lymphoma- case series of patients from a developing country
Authors: Sajjad Ali Khan  , Dania Ali  , Abdul Aziz  , Najmul Islam
Published: April 2022

Primary Thyroid Lymphoma (PTL) is a rare disease, mostly affecting middle-to-old aged females. It has a strong association with pre-existing thyroiditis, which increases the risk of its development. The disease has been studied in detail in the Western populations. However, there is lack of data for south Asians, especially in Pakistani population. This study was carried out to learn more about the disease characteristics in our area. This was a retrospective study where we reviewed four diagnosed and/or treated cases of primary thyroid Lymphoma at tertiary care hospital of Pakistan (Aga Khan University Hospital), Karachi, Pakistan. Each patient’s medical record was reviewed and studied. The participants' average age was 62.8 ± 10.12, with two males and two females. The histology of all of the patients was compatible with the Diffuse B cell Lymphoma subtype.
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Sexual behaviour change in seronegative limbic encephalitis due to the involvement of the left amygdala
Authors: Varoglu Asuman Orhan , Karatepe Hasan Turan
Published: April 2022

Limbic encephalitis (LE), a rare cause of encephalitis, generally presents with neuropsychiatric manifestations, memory deficits, seizures, and movement disorders. The case of a 41-year-old female patient with LE involving the left amygdala is presented. The patient was admitted to the emergency department with complaints of unconsciousness and seizures. Paraneoplastic and limbic markers were negative. This case was diagnosed as seronegative LE. Three to four months after the diagnosis, it was observed that her sexual preference changed to the female sex. No report has been published so far, concerning any case of LE associated with changes in sexual behaviour. The patient was treated with intravenous methylprednisolone (IVP) and triple antiepileptic therapy. After treatment, changes in sexual behaviour returned to the previous state.
Keywords: limbic encephalitis, sexual behaviour, autoimmune encephalitis, paraneoplastic syndrome, left amygdala, homosexual.
Rasch Analysis for Thinking Levels of Sustainability Thinking Skills Instrument Among Secondary School Students
Authors: Hassan Almasiah Binti , Osman Kamisah
Published: April 2022

An Instrument of sustainability thinking was developed to measure students’ level towards sustainability thinking. Instrument of Sustainability Thinking Skills (STSI) was developed to measure the level of sustainability thinking towards STEM and non-STEM education among secondary school students. STSI consisted of 51 items measuring the four constructs of curiosity towards sustainability, namely sustainability thinking, green technology in sustainability, sustainable behavior (environmental value) and sustainable behavior (general ecological behavior). A total of 471 form 4 students aged 16 to 17 years enrolled in six urban and non-urban schools in Malaysia, were involved as research sample Rasch Measurement Model was applied to determine the validity and reliability of STSI. The results of the validity analysis found that the polarity of the items through the PTMEA-CORR values showed that all 51 items were >0.00 (+). Through item fit analysis, all items were retained because items meet the requirements of the range in MNSQ outfit, ZSTD outfit and PTMEA-CORR. Results also showed that STSI has an excellent item reliability and moderate high item separation value of 0.99 and 7.53 respectively. STSI also has a high person reliability and person separation value of 0.98 and 5.72 respectively. In conclusion, STSI has good validity and high reliability in measuring curiosity towards STEM Education among form 4 students in secondary schools.