bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of accuracy of twelve intraocular lens power calculation formulas for eyes with axial myopia
Authors: Stopyra Wiktor
Published: October 2022

PURPOSE:

The aim of this study is to compare twelve intraocular lens power calculation formulas for eyes longer than 25.0 mm in terms of absolute error (AE), the percentage of postoperative emmetropia, and agreement interval in Bland–Altman analysis.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

Data of myopic patients who underwent uneventful phacoemulsification between January 2016 and July 2021 was reviewed. Intraocular lens power was calculated using Holladay 1, SRK/T, Hoffer Q, Holladay 2, Haigis, Barrett Universal II, Hill-RBF, Ladas, Kane, EVO, Pearl-DGS, and K6 formulas. Three months after phacoemulsification, refraction was measured, and mean AE was calculated. The percentage of patients with full visual acuity (VA) without any correction, with ± 0.25D, ±0.5D, ±0.75D, and limits of agreement for each formula were established.

RESULTS:

Ninety-one patients, whose ocular axial length ranged between 25.03 mm and 28.91 mm, were included in the study. The Barrett Universal II formula achieved the lowest mean AE of 0.11 ± 0.11 (P < 0.001) just before Kane (0.13 ± 0.09; P < 0.001 except vs. Haigis and Holladay 2) and SRK/T formulas (0.18 ± 0.12). In addition, the Barrett Universal II formula had the highest percentage of patients with full VA without any correction (72.5%) followed by Kane and Holladay 2 formulas (56.0% and 49.5%, respectively). Finally, Barrett Universal II, Kane, and Haigis formulas obtained the lowest agreement interval (0.5725, 0.6088, and 0.8307, respectively).

CONCLUSION:

The Barrett Universal II formula is recommended for intraocular lens power calculation for eyeballs with the axial length longer than 25.0 mm. The Kane formula also gives very promising results in regarding the accuracy of intraocular lens power for myopic eyes.
The place of dexamethasone implant in patients with Vogt–Koyanagi–Harada disease who experienced systemic treatment-related hepatic dysfunction: A case series
Authors: Ataş Ferdane , Kayabaşı Mustafa , Saatci Ali Osman
Published: October 2022

We presented our observation with dexamethasone (DEX) implant in six eyes of three patients with Vogt–Koyanagi–Harada (VKH) disease who experienced hepatic dysfunction due to the systemic immunosuppressive therapy during their follow-up. Three cases who could not continue with the azathioprine (AZA) or adalimumab (ADA) treatment due to elevated liver enzymes were given consecutive bilateral DEX implant injections during the follow-up. In the first case, oral AZA was discontinued due to an elevation of the liver enzymes at the 2nd month of AZA treatment, and then she received five bilateral DEX implant administrations during the follow-up of 61 months without any intraocular pressure rise or disease recurrence. The remaining two patients had an elevation of the liver enzymes when ADA treatment was added to the prophylactic isoniazid therapy and they each received three bilateral DEX implant administrations within a year again without any complications and disease recurrence. DEX implant can be a safe and effective alternative for individuals with VKH disease whose systemic treatment is ceased due to adverse effects of the systemic treatment and intravitreal therapy with DEX implant can be beneficial to achieve a recurrence-free follow-up.
EUS-guided ablation with the HybridTherm Probe as second-line treatment in patients with locally advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma: A case–control study
Authors: Testoni Sabrina Gloria Giulia , Petrone Maria Chiara , Reni Michele , Di Serio Clelia , Rancoita Paola Maria , Rossi Gemma , Balzano Gianpaolo , Linzenbold Walter , Enderle Markus , Della-Torre Emanuel , Cobelli Francesco De , Falconi Massimo , Capurso Gabriele , Arcidiacono Paolo Giorgio
Published: October 2022

Background and Objectives:

Data on the clinical efficacy of EUS-guided ablation using the HybridTherm-Probe (EUS-HTP) in locally advanced pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (LA-PDAC) are lacking. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of EUS-HTP added to chemotherapy (CT) on overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) of LA-PDAC patients with local disease progression (DP) after first-line therapy, compared to CT alone in controls.

Methods:

LA-PDAC cases, prospectively treated by EUS-HTP, were retrospectively compared to matched controls (1:2) receiving standard treatment. Study endpoints were the OS and PFS from local DP after first-line therapy, compared through log-rank test calculating hazard ratios and differences in restricted mean OS/PFS time (RMOST/RMPFST) within prespecified time points (4, 6, and 12 months).

Results:

Thirteen cases and 26 controls were included. Clinical, tumor, and therapy features before and after first-line therapy were case–control balanced. The median OS and PFS were not significantly improved in cases over controls (months: 7 vs. 5 and 5 vs. 3, respectively). At 4 and 6 months, the RMPFST difference was in favor of cases (P = 0.0001 and P = 0.003, respectively). In cases and controls not candidate to further CT (N = 5 and N = 9), the median OS and PFS were not significantly improved in cases over controls (months: 6 vs. 3 and 4 vs. 2, respectively), but the RMPFST difference was in favor of cases at 4 months (P = 0.002).

Conclusions:

In locally progressive PDAC patients experiencing failure of first-line therapy, EUS-HTP achieves a significantly better RMPFST up to 6 months compared to standard treatment, although without a significant impact on OS.
Unusual Cause of Seizure in Preterm Infant
Authors: Alallah Jubara S. , Yonbawi Faisal Reda , Qari Yousef Hussni , Abu Alnasr Abdulelah Abu , Kandil Hammam J.
Published: October 2022

Neonatal seizures are prevalent in premature babies and can be the earliest sign of neurological abnormalities. Seizures in newborns are clinically significant and further inquiry leading to a solid identification of the underlying disease can aid with prognosis and treatment options. We report a male neonate born at 27 + 6 weeks of gestation. An intractable seizure developed at 9 days of age. The diagnosis is confirmed based on genetic testing.
Below the Threshold of “Viability” - A Middle East Experience
Authors: Ofoegbu Bibian N , Abdelshafy Amir Mohamed , Simmons Philip James
Published: October 2022

Background:

The Corniche Hospital, Abu Dhabi, is the largest and most advanced perinatal center in the United Arab Emirate (UAE), providing care in line with international standards within its 64-cot NICU, serving a mainly Muslim population. We share our experience on outcomes of babies born in our center at 22 weeks' gestation, below the threshold of viability. At this gestation, a senior neonatologist attends each delivery to assess the baby, offer stabilization whilst assessing the baby's response. We then looked simply at the outcomes of these births.

Methods:

Retrospective data was collected from June 2011 to Dec 2020 using electronic hospital records and our in-house neonatal database – a nine-and-a-half-year period. Information on all babies born between 22 + 0 to 22 + 6 weeks gestation was sought; Gestational age was calculated from last menstrual period (LMP).

Results:

Over a nearly 10-year period, just over 67,000 live births occurred at our center, of which 134 babies were between 22 + 0- and 22 + 6-week gestation at birth. Complete data was available in 114 babies who were assessed as alive at the onset of labor. Thirty-seven were still born and there were 77 live births, their average weight was 486 gm. Twenty-eight babies were offered comfort care, the other 49 babies were offered stabilization/resuscitation from which 20 babies were admitted to the NICU. Four babies, whose average weight was 536gms, survived to discharge. All four survivors have varying degrees of neuro-disability and chronic lung disease.

Conclusion:

This information may feed into the development of a framework, that supports parents and clinicians. This framework should reflect cultural, religious, and legal aspects applicable to the Middle East whilst providing direction on the care of babies born below the current definitions of viability within the region.
Delayed diagnosis of bladder cancer in a patient with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
Authors: Suto Hirotaka , Inui Yumiko , Nishikawa Shinichiro , Okamura Atsuo
Published: October 2022

Approximately 50% of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) patients have gross hematuria, but few cases of bladder cancer complications are known. We report a case of a 49-year-old female ADPKD patient with bladder cancer, who was presented to our hospital 4 months after the onset of gross hematuria. A computed tomography (CT) scan showed a bladder mass, enlarged pelvic and left inguinal lymph nodes, multiple liver cysts, and a polycystic kidney. Based on family history, CT scan results, and lymph node biopsy, we diagnosed the patient with uroplakin III-negative bladder cancer with squamous metaplasia and ADPKD. The patient was treated with systemic chemotherapy but died 2 months after the definitive diagnosis. The delayed diagnosis was disastrous, and malignancy should be considered in the differential diagnosis when symptoms suggestive of malignancy such as hematuria appear. Particularly, uroplakin III-negative advanced bladder cancer has a poor prognosis and requires early diagnosis and treatment.
Splenic Infarct without Splenic Vessel Thrombosis in a Patient with Portal Hypertension and Acute Pancreatitis
Authors: Lahel Ranjit Singh , Chail Amit
Published: October 2022

Splenic infarction without splenic vessel thrombosis is an infrequent presentation in clinical practice. The case discussed here is a 45-year-old male with a history of alcohol abuse, who presented to the hospital with pain abdomen epicentered in the left upper quadrant. On evaluation, the patient was found to be having portal hypertension complicated with alcoholic hepatitis, acute necrotizing pancreatitis, gastric, and paraesophageal varices. The presence of splenic infarction without concomitant splenic vessel thrombosis in this patient merits a discussion of relevant investigations and their findings thereof.
Comparative Analysis of Preoperative High-Resolution Computed Tomography Temporal Bone and Intraoperative Surgical Findings in Cases of Cholesteatoma
Authors: Lahel Ranjit Singh , Tripathi Shailendra , Chail Amit
Published: October 2022

Introduction:

Cholesteatoma has been described as an accumulation of desquamated keratin debris in a pocket of squamous epithelium over a matrix within the middle ear cleft. A prospective study was carried out to establish a correlation between preoperative high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) temporal bone findings with intraoperative findings in cases of cholesteatoma.

Methods:

Fifty patients of chronic otitis media, active squamous type, i.e. clinically suspected cholesteatoma, scheduled to undergo tympanomastoid exploration were selected. The positive and negative findings of the scan were documented as per the parameters to be analyzed. The important intraoperative surgical findings were then analyzed with preoperative HRCT findings.

Results:

Agreement between surgical and HRCT findings ranged from 86% (facial canal erosion) to 100% (external bony canal involvement). HRCT had higher detection rate as compared to surgery for scutum erosion (40% vs. 36%), tegmen erosion (6% vs. 4%), facial canal erosion (28% vs. 14%), lateral semicircular canal erosion (6% vs. 2%), incus erosion (78% vs. 64%), sinus tympani involvement (14% vs. 4%), attic involvement (44% vs. 42%), mastoid involvement (88% vs. 80%), and aditus widening (54% vs. 44%). The higher detection of scutum erosion, tegmen erosion, facial canal erosion, lateral semicircular canal erosion, and incus erosion is probably due to partial volume averaging.

Conclusion:

The findings of the present study showed that HRCT is an essential and indispensable tool for preoperative evaluation of cholesteatoma. It was highly sensitive and adequately specific for a significant number of findings. These findings are pivotal in planning the surgery and preparing for necessary anticipatory reconstructive procedures.
Prenatal Diagnosis of Oral Teratoma by Ultrasound
Authors: Li Yan-Lin , Zhen Li , Li Dong-Zhi
Published: October 2022

A pregnant woman had a normal second-trimester anatomic survey at 22 weeks gestation. She was revealed to have a fetal oral mass with polyhydramnios and invisible stomach bubble by ultrasound at 28 weeks. A 50 mm × 36 mm × 42 mm, solid mass was found in the fetal mouth, filling the entire oral cavity. Fetal magnetic resonance imaging showed a homogeneous solid mass in the oral cavity compressing the hypopharynx. At 33 weeks, preterm labor occurred because of the continuation of increased amniotic fluid volume, and a female infant was vaginally delivered. The infant died shortly after tracheal intubation attempt failed. Autopsy confirmed the prenatal sonographic finding. The final pathologic diagnosis was oral immature teratoma. Our study indicates that although oral teratomas are rare, they are readily apparent at prenatal sonographic examinations. Respiratory compromise is the frequent complication of oral teratomas, which is associated with high perinatal mortality.
Breuil–Kisin modules and integral $p$-adic Hodge theory (with Appendix A by Yoshiyasu Ozeki, and Appendix B by Hui Gao and Tong Liu)
Authors: Gao Hui
Published: October 2022

We construct a category of Breuil–Kisin

G_K

-modules to classify integral semi-stable Galois representations. Our theory uses Breuil–Kisin modules and Breuil–Kisin–Fargues modules with Galois actions, and can be regarded as the algebraic avatar of the integral

p

-adic cohomology theories of Bhatt–Morrow–Scholze and Bhatt–Scholze. As a key ingredient, we classify Galois representations that are of finite

E(u)

-height.
Association of the inflammatory balance of diet and lifestyle with colorectal cancer among Korean adults: a case-control study
Authors: Jun Shinyoung , Lee Jeonghee , Oh Jae Hwan , Chang Hee Jin , Sohn Dae Kyung , Shin Aesun , Kim Jeongseon
Published: October 2022

OBJECTIVES: Dietary and lifestyle exposures may affect the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) by promoting chronic inflammation. Therefore, we assessed the separate and joint associations of dietary and lifestyle inflammation scores (DIS and LIS, respectively) with CRC.METHODS: Data from 919 pathologically confirmed CRC cases and 1,846 age- and sex-matched controls recruited at the National Cancer Center Korea were analyzed. We calculated the DIS and LIS, which characterize the collective contributions of 19 dietary and 4 lifestyle factors, respectively, to systemic inflammation by applying weights based on high-sensitivity C-reactive protein. A higher score represented a higher balance of pro- to anti-inflammatory exposures. Unconditional logistic regression models were used to estimate odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for CRC risk compared across the DIS and LIS tertile categories, with the lowest tertile as the reference group.RESULTS: The highest DIS tertile had significantly increased odds of having CRC (OR, 2.65; 95% CI, 2.10 to 3.36), and the odds increased with increasing DIS. The highest LIS tertile group had 1.28-fold higher odds of having CRC (95% CI, 1.03 to 1.58). In the cross-classification analysis, the odds of having CRC increased as the DIS and LIS jointly increased until the DIS reached the highest tertile, where the risk was very high (3-fold or more) regardless of the LIS.CONCLUSIONS: In conclusion, a higher balance of pro-inflammatory relative to anti-inflammatory dietary and lifestyle factors, especially dietary factors, was associated with higher CRC risk among Korean adults.
Safety in enteral nutritional therapy: knowledge of patients and caregivers
Authors:   São Paulo State University, Botucatu, SP, Brazil., Paiva Miriam Cristina Marques da Silva de , Lima Silvana Andrea Molina ,   São Paulo State University, Botucatu, SP, Brazil., Paiva Bruno Sergio Marques de ,   São Paulo State University, Botucatu, SP, Brazil., Juliani Carmen Maria Casquel Monti ,   São Paulo State University, Botucatu, SP, Brazil.
Published: October 2022

This study aimed to examine the knowledge of patients and companions about enteral nutritional therapy (ENT) and compare similarities. This descriptive, prospective, quantitative study was conducted in a university hospital in the interior of the state of São Paulo. The study population consisted of 13 hospitalized patients and 47 companions who were interviewed over 7 months. Data regarding medical, nutritional, and nursing care were verified using electronic patient records. Data about the patients ENT was obtained through a structured questionnaire, and were compiled for this study based on the minimum requirements for ENT care in the RDC Nº 503. The statistical analysis used average and pattern deviation, median and 25-75th percentile, and number of cases and percentage. To compare proportions and agreements of the answers, the chi-square test and agreement of Kappa were used. The following was verified for patients and companions: lower correct answer frequencies in relation to the nutritional state, probe positioning test, type and quantity of prescribed diet, hand hygiene, prevention of distention/diarrhea/constipation, and different answers regarding the assessment of body weight, and knowledge of the position of the bed for feeding and hydration. It was concluded that the knowledge of patients and companions about ENT proved to be insufficient to promote patient safety. Information from companions, with few differences, is similar and in agreement with that of patients.
Improving the technology production of coke for blast furnace smelting
Authors:   State University of Economics and Technology: Kryvyi Rih, UA, Lyalyuk Vitaliy , Shmeltser Kateryna ,   State University of Economics and Technology: Kryvyi Rih, UA, Kassim Daria ,   State University of Economics and Technology: Kryvyi Rih, UA
Published: October 2022

The most important means of improving blast-furnace performance is to supply high-quality batch – in particular, high-quality coke. Under the conditions of the formed multi-basin raw material base of coking, which predetermines the differences in the technological properties and material composition of imported and domestic coal concentrates, it is necessary to clarify and improve the basic technological methods of preparation for their use in coal mixtures. Achieving optimal characteristics of coke for blast furnace smelting conditions is possible with a comprehensive, scientifically based approach to improving the technology of preparing coal for coking, which consists in developing methods and technological measures aimed at optimizing the composition, properties and degree of grinding of the batch, taking into account its petrographic characteristics.
Grain market of Kazakhstan: analysis of the situation, competitive advantages
Authors:   K. Sagadiyev University of International Business, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Smagulova Sh. A. , Kozhakhmetova D. Sh. ,   Narxoz University, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Zhakupova S. T. ,   K. Sagadiyev University of International Business, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Published: October 2022

The largest area of Kazakh agribusiness is grain subcomplex with its own commodity market, which is the basis of the domestic AIC. The goal is an economic analysis of functioning of agricultural sector of economy, identifying the causes of fluctuations in production and grain yields. In the work such scientific methods are used – logical, statistical, bibliometric, factorial. The results of the study – it is shown that the Covid pandemic, global inflation and anti-russian sanctions had a negative impact on the activities of agricultural entities; it is substantiated that the country has significant sown areas and key territorial advantages in grain production specialization, as well as flour production; grain export restrictions were identified due to the distance from sea routes; analytical review of the bibliography of foreign scientific achievements of grain economy is presented; the dynamics and problems in grain industry are considered, taking into account the decrease in the inflow of foreign capital and disruption of value added organization chains; the role of investments in agro-industrial production is determined; economic assessment of the main statistical indicators of AIC is given; the reasons that affect the level of productivity, depending on the climatic and technical conditions of large agricultural producers and small peasant (private) farms in various regions of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as factors affecting its decline are indicated. Conclusions – the main ways to quickly resolve the current situation from the standpoint of state measures of financial support to increase the supply of ma rketable grain in the republic are summarized. Efficient organization and development of grain products market to ensure food security is a key area of economy of Kazakhstan. Important issue is the optimization of the country's transport and logistics infrastructure network.
MOLECULAR DETECTION OF MEGALOCYTIVIRUS GENOTYPE: INFECTIOUS SPLEEN AND KIDNEY NECROSIS VIRUS IN MALAYSIAN OVIPAROUS AQUARIUM FISH
Authors:   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, ZAINATHAN SANDRA CATHERINE , MOHD ZAKI NURUL ILLIANA NADHIRAH ,   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, JAAFAR NUR RABIAH ,   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, NAZARUDDIN AZREEN SYAZANA ,   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, OMAR NOOR ALIA NATASYA ,   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, ISMAIL ABDUL HAFIZ ,   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, CHE JOHAN CHE AZARULZAMAN ,   Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Published: October 2022

The Malaysian ornamental fish industry’s recent production is recorded at RM350 million per annum. An Infectious Spleen and Kidney Necrosis Virus (ISKNV), one of the Megalocytivirus strains has been related to significant systemic infections that has ravaged ornamental fish stocks and had a severe financial impact on businesses in the sector. It is vital to identify Megalocytivirus host species among Malaysian oviparous ornamental fish as the virus can cripple the ornamental fish trade which is a major contributor to the country’s export trade. The purpose of this research is to determine the prevalence of Megalocytivirus, ISKNV strain in oviparous aquarium fish, Betta splendens, Danio rerio, Trichogaster lalius, Hyphessobrycon anisitsi and Puntigrus tetrazona in Malaysia. The DNA of the Megalocytivirus in the samples was detected using the nested polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method. Out of 239 samples collected in January 2019 and January 2020, six pooled samples (n=30) tested positive for ISKNV infections in D. rerio and T. lalius. Positive P. tetrazona samples in this study showed a distended abdomen as the only observable clinical sign whereas all other samples were asymptomatic. All the positive samples were similar to each other. In terms of the nucleotide identity of the ISKNV, which stood at between 98% and 100%. In conclusion, the positive samples can be categorised into Megalocytivirus genotype I.
DOES ASYMMETRIC INFORMATION INFLUENCE FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT?
Authors:   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, ABDUL-RAHMAN AISYAH , MOHD NOOR NOOR AIN ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, ABDUL RAHIM RUZITA ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Published: October 2022

The study investigates the link between asymmetric information through market micro-structures and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) using daily stock prices of listed companies from ASEAN+3 countries. Asymmetric information in the stock market is measured using liquidity and illiquidity measures of Amivest and Amihud, respectively. The findings from static panel regression analysis reveal that Amivest has a positive relationship while Amihud has a negative relationship with FDI. This relationship infers that high stock liquidity reduces price movement, increases transparency, decreases asymmetric information and ultimately encourages FDI, Conjecture has an inverse asymmetric information-FDI relationship. The findings show the importance of policymakers and industry players in stimulating market transparency to welcome foreign investment in the economy.
REGULATORY FRAMEWORK OF RICE FERTILISER SUBSIDY MANAGEMENT TO ATTAIN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS: MALAYSIA’S PERSPECTIVE
Authors:   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, MOHD AMIN RUBIAH , AHAMAT HANIFF ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, HASSAN MUHAMAD SAYUTI ,   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Published: October 2022

This study identifies the regulations concerning fertilisers produced for the development of paddy and the rice industry. It looks into the issue of mismanagement of the government’s fertiliser subsidy scheme from the legal perspective. It also focuses on the roles played by manufacturers, distributors, sellers, service providers and farmers when dealing with fertiliser, and whether such dealings are parallel to the law. The mismanagement of the rice fertiliser subsidy puts the country’s financial security at risk and preventing farmers from successfully achieving food sovereignty through the increase in productivity of rice yields as well as increase in income for paddy farmers’ survival. There are several regulations governing fertiliser subsidy and its management such as the Control of Paddy and Rice Act 1994, Plant Quarantine Act 1976, Pesticide Act 1974, Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services Act 2011 and Environmental Quality Act 1974. However, most mismanagement cases involve big commercial farms, which are associated with the fertiliser industry rather than the subsidy for fertiliser in the government rice sector. The cases involved graft, fraud, bribery and smuggling of fertiliser. This paper also reviews the roles of Farmers Association and Farmers Board in regulating fertiliser subsidy.
Effects of Manure and Urea Fertilizer on Cocoa Growth (Theobroma cacao L.)
Authors: J. A. Sudarma , Hidayat Masdar
Published: October 2022

This research was conducted in Cingkam Mekhanggun Village, Lawe Alas District, Southeast Aceh Regency with a height of ± 250 meters above sea level. This research will be carried out from September 2020 to December 2020 with the aim of being able to determine the effect of manure and the correct dose of urea fertilizer in order to obtain the growth of cocoa plants. This study used a factorial randomized block design (RBD) consisting of 2 treatment factors and 2 replications, namely the first factor of manure (K) with treatment K1 = 100 gr / polybag, K2 = 200 gr / polybag and K3 = 300 gr / polybag. The second factor was Urea (U) fertilizer with 3 treatment levels U1 = 1 g / polybag, U2 = 2 g / polybag and U3 = 3 g / polybag, so that 9 treatment combinations were obtained.  The results showed that manure could not increase the growth of cocoa seedlings, plant height, leaf area, stem diameter and biomass weight. The application of urea fertilizer cannot stimulate the growth of cocoa seedlings in the nursery. The treatment combination between manure and urea fertilizer cannot stimulate the growth of cocoa plants in the nursery
How to Reconcile Equality with Freedom? On the Two Ways in Liberalism
Authors: Mkrtchyan Naira
Published: October 2022

The article examines the relationship between the two central political ideas and values, equality and freedom, and its implications within the theories of two liberal thinkers Isaiah Berlin and John Rawls. The current debate around basic income and COVID-19 around the world, alarmist predictions about the future of humanity, and possible other issues, both global and local, provide enough incentive to reconsider this issue. While making some general remarks on both theories, and especially highlighting the rival nature of the relationship of equality with freedom, the article uses the method of comparative analysis to explore how these liberal thinkers reconcile these two central political ideas in their own way. Two different ways of reconciliation, developed by Isaiah Berlin and John Rawls, show a discrepancy with the initial attitudes of the authors. And, finally, equality and freedom demonstrate paradoxical relationships, both contradictory and mutually supportive.
SYNTHESIS AND STUDY OF PEROXOSOLVATES OF SULFATES OF ELEMENTS OF THE SECOND GROUP
Authors: Martiryan Armen I. , Tadevosyan Lusine G.
Published: October 2022

Continuing previous similar research, the ability of sulfates of elements of the second group – magnesium, calcium and zinc, to produce peroxosolvates, the methods for their preparation, as well as their properties have been studied. It has been shown that these sulfates are able to produce peroxosolvates with different molar ratios: MgSO4‧H2O2, CaSO4‧0.04H2O2, ZnSO4‧0.05H2O2. The authenticity, composition and nature of the obtained peroxosolvates have been elucidated by the methods of X-ray and IR spectroscopy. Quantitative data on the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide in dry peroxosolvates of magnesium and zinc sulfates were calculated.
Competitiveness and Export Performance of Pakistan’s Mineral Sector in Global Market: A Constant Market Share Analysis
Authors: Maqbool Shahid , Bashir Furrukh , Ahmad Rashid , Bakar Abou
Published: October 2022

The aim of the current research is to measure the export competitiveness in the mineral sector of Pakistan in the world market. This study collected the data from International Trade Center (ITC) and employed Constant Market Share Analysis (CMSA) to quantify the competitiveness of mineral exports during 2010-2021. The CMSA depicts the growth of any country's exports in terms of their competitiveness, market, and product structure. In addition, the change in total exports decomposes at both first and second level decomposition. This study finds out that average structural effect (SE), total effect (TE), competitive effect (CE), commodity effect (COME), and specific competitive effect (SCE)are positive from 2010-2021, while average residual effect (RE), market effect (ME), interaction effect (IE), general competitive effect (GCE) are negative. The current imperative is to explore and harvest natural assets utilizing cutting-edge technology and skill. Pakistan should concentrate on diversifying its mineral resources, both in terms of the nature of the products and the markets they serve. For increased profits, the nation should target those markets with relatively larger profit margins and advantageous terms of trade.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE LEVEL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND THE BODY DISSATISFACTION OF STUDENTS
Authors:   Docente da Universidade Estadual do Piauí – UESPI., ORSANO FRANCISCO EVALDO
Published: October 2022

The study aimed to investigate the relationship between the level of physical activity and body dissatisfaction in high school students. This is a study of a quantitative, cross-sectional, exploratory approach to data analysis, carried out with 260 female and male adolescents aged 15 to 18 years old from a public school, located in downtown Teresina- PI. As instruments of data collection, a Body Dissatisfaction Assessment Questionnaire for Adolescents was used, developed by Guillén et al. (2003), the Habitual Physical Activities Questionnaire, originally developed by Russel R. Pate, translated and modified by Nahas (2003). He indicated that there is a higher prevalence of students classified as moderately active (31.5%) followed by the less active (30.8%). As for the level of physical activity, the girls had a percentage of 37.7%, classified as not very active, and 28.3% as inactive, the boys obtained a classification with a percentage of 39.3% moderately active followed by the very active with 27, 9%. The sample identified that the female gender had a higher prevalence in relation to the level of body dissatisfaction21.81%. Finally, a negative correlation (p <0.5) was observed between the level of physical activity and body dissatisfaction among adolescents. It is concluded that there were significant results on the level of physical activity and dissatisfaction with the body image of the adolescents, showing the correlation between the factors and the importance of further studies related to the theme.
Importancia de la capacitación en los trabajadores para el aumento del desempeño laboral. Un análisis comparativo pos-pandemia
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma del Carmen, Torres Tello Giovanna Patricia , Córdova Zacarías Marta Estela ,   Universidad Autónoma del Carmen, Pérez Rodríguez Ernestina Yazmín ,   Universidad Autónoma del Carmen
Published: October 2022

El objetivo de este trabajo es presentar los resultados que se realizaron en el 2019 antes de la pandemia, teniendo como objetivo analizar la importancia que tiene la capacitación en los trabajadores para el aumento del desempeño laboral. Asimismo, en el primer trimestre del 2021 se regresó a la empresa hotelera donde se llevó a cabo esta investigación ya concluida, y aplicando las mismas preguntas para conocer la relevancia de tener capacitados continuamente a los trabajadores en las empresas, en donde no se vea como un gasto para el sector empresarial, sino como una inversión para ofrecer calidad en los servicios y un mejor desempeño laboral. Los resultados comparativos revelan la importancia de desarrollar ciertas habilidades en los trabajadores y de los cuales les resulta beneficioso tanto al cliente como a la empresa. El hotel que se estudio es de cinco estrellas, ubicado en Campeche, México, y se encuestaron a ocho trabajadores del área de servicio al cliente. El método que se utilizo fue lo cuantitativo obteniendo datos estadísticos relevantes sobre la importancia que tiene la capacitación en los trabajadores para el aumento del desempeño laboral.
A Comparative Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Asthisrinkala Lepa and Thriphala Mashi with Pracchanna in the Management of Indraluptha w.s.r. to Alopecia Areata
Authors: T S. Sandeep , Rai Subhash , Kumar Santhosh
Published: October 2022

Indraluptais a disease characterized by loss of hair and inhibition of its regrowth. The Alopecia areata is manifested as loss of hair in small round patches. The aggravated vataand pittacause hair fall and later aggravated kaphaand vitiatedraktaaccounts for its poor regrowth. Pracchannaand lepanaare included among various treatment modalities advised for Indralupta. In the present study, Asthisrinkala lepaand Triphala mashi lepawere prepared. A total of 52 patients included were randomly divided into Group A and Group B with 26 patients in each. After doing Pracchannaat the affected area, Group A was treated with application of Asthisrinkala lepaand Group B with Triphala mashi. The results were assessed separately and then comparisonswere made between both the treatments. A highly significant (p<0.001) reduction in size of lesion was noted after Pracchanna with Asthisrinkala lepa. Pracchannawith TriphalamashiLepaalso came up with a highly significantreduction in size of lesion after treatment with p value < 0.001. Thus, both procedures were having good and lasting results, but comparing both the groups, Asthisrinkalalepais more effective clinically than Triphalamashilepain Indralupta.
Maranta Arundinacea Linn. (Tugaksheeri) – Phytochemical Evaluation
Authors: P Viswan Jeena , V V Shincymol , Ansary P Y , Oommen Sara Monsy
Published: October 2022

Tugaksheeri is an important drug that has been widely used in the preparation of various ayurvedic formulations. The plant is botanically identified as Maranta arundinaceaLinn. of marantaceae family and has a nutrient dense starchy rhizome which has very low glycemic index, easy to digest and ideal for meeting the nutritional demands of sick. As per Samhithasand nighantusit is used in the treatment of kshaya(tuberculosis), swasa(dyspnoea), kasa(cough), daha(burning sensation), raktha dosha(disorders of blood), kamala(jaundice), pandu (anaemia)and mutrakruchra(dysuria). In folklore practices it is widely used in the treatment of diarrhea, dysentery and colitis. In order to validate these traditional claims scientifically and also to determine the quality and purity preliminary phytochemical evaluation of the drug was carried out. It revealed the presence of variable phytoconstituents suchas alkaloids, phenol, flavonoids, steroid, carbohydrate etc which are responsible for the therapeutic potential of the drug. Values of total ash, acid insoluble ash, moisture content, alcohol and water-soluble extractives were comparable with the available references. Apart from the findings of previous research works, in the present study water insoluble ash value, quantitative estimation of fibre, tannin, total sugar, reducing sugar, qualitative analysis of ash for acid and basic radicals, successive solvent extraction in various solvents like petroleum ether, cyclohexane, acetone and alcohol, qualitative analysis of successive solvent extractives were carried out for the first time. All these findings will help to ensure the quality and purity of the drug.
Sensorineural Hearing Loss and its Management through Ayurveda – A Case Study
Authors: Sultana K.J.Najma , Rathi.S
Published: October 2022

Hearing is one of the primary modes of communication. Hearing loss is one of the most common sensory deficit and it comprises a broad spectrum of clinical presentations. Impairment of hearing occurs when there is inability for sounds to be transmitted through or interpreted by our brain. Disorders of internal ear and auditory nerve will lead to sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). The management of the SNHL is conventionally with rehabilitation with hearing aids and cochlear implants, and the option for pharmacologically treating the hearing impairment is limited. Hence there is need to lookback to our classical methods as told by our Acharyasfor treating SNHL. In Ayurveda, hearing loss can be correlated to badhirya,wherein many therapeutic procedures, formulations have been told by our acharyas for the successful management of badhirya. So in the present case an attempt is made to treat a case of SNHL through ayurvedatreatment strategy
A Critical Review on Understanding and Management of Gestational Hypertension - In Ayurveda
Authors: Kulkarni Kshama
Published: October 2022

The journey of pregnancy is most exciting and filled with joyous in a women’s life. It’s a gift to every woman of creation and nurturing power. Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy is one of the common complication observed during pregnancy, plays a significant role in maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Garbhajanyavishamayata (Pregnancy induced hypertension) is the development of new hypertension in pregnant women after 20 weeks of gestation. They are preventable by early detection and with appropriate treatment and possibly by prevention of disease itself. Ayurvedacan definitely contribute in this regard and ensures safe motherhood and healthy child. With an Ayurvedic approach, on looking to the symptoms and understanding etiopathogenesis, Vata dustiis main causative factor in the manifestation of the disease. During progressive stage of disease involvement of other Doshais seen. Dushyaare Hridaya, Dashdhamanya, Sira, Rasa-Raktvahastrotasa,Manovahastrotasa, Rasadhatu, RaktadhatuandMana, treatment should always beVatashaman, Pittashamana, Hridya, Shothahara, Garbhasthapaka, Medhya, Brahman, Raktashaman, Balya, Anulomana. As a preventive care, Pathyapathyaduring Antenatal period is described under the heading of Masanumasika paricharya& what should be avoided is mentioned under the heading of Garbhopaghatakara bhava’s. All these regimens were sincerely followed at that time.
A Review on Concept of Trividha Pariksha and its Importance
Authors: D. C. Amrutha
Published: October 2022

To find out the root cause of a disease in Ayurveda, there are certain examinations that are compulsory to be conducted. In today’s clinical practice diagnosis of a disease is very crucial. Proper examination of patient and disease is the path to successful clinical practice. This helps to build up a doctor-patient relationship. Trividha pariksha viz. Aptopadesha, Pratyaksha, Anumana andDarshana, Sparshana, Prashnaare the two different aspects of Trividha parikshawhich helps to achieve the above-mentioned goals. There are various methods of examination explained in our treatises but Trividha parikshaholds the basis of all among them. They play a key role in the diagnosis of disease. Therefore, an effort is made through this article to review the importance of Trividha parikshaand its relevance in today’s clinical practice. Materials And Methods:Various literature, published articles, and other documents were studied thoroughly and a conclusion was made. Discussion:Though we have various examination and diagnostic methodologies but Trividha parikshaare base for all of them and still hold a great importance in diagnosis and management of the disease. Result:Prashana pariksha, history taking is pearl of Ayurvedaand Vaidyashould be expert in this. A disease can be known only through proper combination of all these examination methods only
Progress ofAyush Sectorin the Union Territory of Jammu And KashmirDuring COVID-19 Pandemic (2020-2022) -A Review
Authors: Singh Mohan , Ahmad Parray Mushtaq , ul Hassan Wahid , Iqbal Mir Aftab , Gupta Arun , K. Datta Vishnu , Khanna Vishal , Khan Imran , H. Rather Aaqib
Published: October 2022

COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdowns associated with it had an adverse effect on the functioning of all offices whether in Private/Public sector. This study titled “Progress of Ayush Sector in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir during COVID-19 Pandemic (2020-2022)” was conducted with inputs from Directorate of Ayush, J&K, Medical Officers/ParaMedical Staff working under the purview of Directorate of Ayush, J&K, Program Management Unit of National Ayush Mission, Civil Society members and common masses with the aim to observe the functioning and progress of Ayush sector in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ayush in Health care, Ayush for preventive measures during COVID-19 pandemic, infrastructural development in Ayush Sector, Promotive aspects, Ayush in public health programs, Medicinal Pants Sector were reviewed during this study. The review revealedthat the Ayush sector in J&K showed tremendous growth with Ayush gradually becoming a house hold name and preferred mode of treatment for the people of J&K
Review on Parad Doshaand its Shodhana
Authors: P.A Vani Gayathri , Goyal Manisha , Shukla Govind Shay , Agarwal Rajaram
Published: October 2022

Rasa shastra has given an auspicious position to Paradaas it has been considered as the physical essence of Lord Shiva. Vedas also consider Parada as a gift of nature. The classical test Rasaratna Samucchaya states that “Siddhae rase Karishyami Nirdraaridrayam agadam jagat” exposes the magical effect of Parada. Even though, administration of Asudha Paradacauses severe illness than that of poison. As it is associated with a lot of impurities, it is advised to do both Samanya Shodhana, and Visesha Shodhana(general and specific purificatory methods before its internal administration. Otherwise these impurities may cause various toxic effects in body ranging from mild fever to death. Hence Rasa acharyas mentioned a number of purificatory procedures both general and specific to eliminate the doshas associated with Parada. As per modern science Mercury comes inthree forms (Elemental, inorganic and organic), each with its own set of symptoms. The brain is the primary target organ for breathed mercury vapor, whereas mercurous and mercuric salts harm the gut lining and kidneys, confirming persistent exposure and methyl mercury are widely disseminated throughout the body.This article focuses on various doshas associated with Parada and its purificatory procedures.
Review onSimhanada Guggulu and its Medicinal Properties
Authors: Bhardwaj Upendra , Sharma Rajkumar
Published: October 2022

In the current climate, stress and life style changes-related diseases are comparatively more prevalent. Degenerative bone disease is one of them. Simhanada Gugguluis an herbal and mineral combination that is frequently used in therapeutic settings to treat rheumatoid arthritis. It has six constituents and is recommended for both neurological and musculoskeletal conditions. Simhanada Guggulu'scomponents, Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipak, and Karma, work to lessen the clinical symptoms of Amavata(Rheumatoid arthritis). The pharmacological characteristics and therapeutic applications of Simhanada Gugguluare discussed in this review paper. utilising a variety of authors, periodicals, and academic works. Here, an effort has been made to discuss how Simhanada Gugguluand the medicines that make it up can be used therapeutically.
Role of Jalukaavcharanain Mukh Dushika(Acne Vulgaris)
Authors: Sharma Girdhar Gopal , Khandelwal Jyoti
Published: October 2022

More than 90% of the world's population has experienced acne at some point in their lives, making it a fairly prevalent medical disease. Acne vulgaris is the most prevalent type of acne, accounting for 99 percent of all instances. Mukhdushika, which is produced by vitiated Kapha, Vata, and Rakta,is described in Ayurvedic scriptures in a way that is similar to acne vulgaris in modern medicine. Ayurvedic texts mention raktmokshana(bloodletting) as the primary method of treatment for raktajaand dermatological conditions. Jalaukawacharanais the preferred method of bloodletting in Sukumara,according to Acharya Susruta (tender nature person). As a bio-purifying technique, jalaukawacharanaeliminates deeply ingrained pollutants by releasing blood, removing Srotasa,and calming vitiated Doha. Jalaukawacharana is highly effective in terms of its purifying and therapeutic effects. Important components of leech secretions include Destabilase, Bdellin, Histamine, Hyaluronidase, Fibrinases, and Collagenase, which have been shown to normalize and improve capillary as well as collateral blood circulation, express an anti-inflammatory effect, produce analgesia and anesthesia through saliva, and have an immunostimulant and immuno-modulating effect. An effort has been undertaken in this review to examine the potentials of leech therapy in treating Mukhdushikaw.s.r to acne vulgaris.
Substitution in Ayurveda w.s.r toYogratnakar : A Conceptual Study
Authors: Rathore Poonam , Bhagat Seema
Published: October 2022

Introduction-Substitution is a replacement of equivalent drugs in place of original drugs on the basis of similar pharmacological actions and therapeutic uses. In Ayurveda, substitution is described by the name of Abhava Pratinidhi Dravya. During Samhita Kala, conceptof substitution was not existed but later on this practices come in existence, but Acharya Vagbhatahas mentioned that the Dravya having similar Rasa(Taste), Guna(Property), Virya(Potency) and Vipaka (Bio-transformation) should be used in absence of each other. Material and Methods-Thorough review of Ayurvedic literature related to Abhava Pratinidhi Dravya is done for the better understanding of the concept, AyurvedaCompendia, Journals and Publications. Result & Discussion-Substitution provides a great scope for the physician to utilize drugs that are easily available, cost effective and most appropriate for the management of the diseases. Now a days, the concept of substitution is entirely converted into intentional and unintentional malpractices of adulteration. This study mainly focuses on the concept of substitution with special reference to Yogratnakarin which commonly used substitute in place of original drug like Trianthema portulacastrum(Varshabhu) in place of Punarnava(Boerhavia diffusa), Chitrak ( Plumbago zelenycum) forDanti( Baliospermum montanum). Polylthia longifoliafor Ashoka(Saraca indica). etc has been delimeated