bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Psychophysical and Electrophysiological Parameters of the Auditory Analyzer as Indicators of the Effectiveness of Cochlear Implantation in Children with Bilateral Deafness
Authors: Pashkov Aleksandr V. , Naumova Irina V. , Voevodina Ksenia I. , Pashkova Alexandra Е. , Popadyuk Valentin I. , Ustinova Natalia V. , Mamedyarov Ayaz M.
Published: January 2024

Background. The results of rehabilitation of patients with deafness after cochlear implantation (CI) depends on many factors related on both the individual characteristics of the patient and the technical parameters of auditory nerve stimulation — fitting of the CI system processor. Article presents the results of a study of the relationship between psychophysical (subjective) auditory sensations and electrophysiological (objective) responses of the structures of the auditory analyzer to electrical stimulation. Aims — to evaluate the relationship between the electrophysiological responses of the auditory analyzer and the psychophysical parameters of the thresholds of sound perception and speech intelligibility in patients with deafness after CI. Methods. The study involved 88 patients with IV bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, borderline with deafness, aged 6 to 17 years 11 months, among whom 54.5% (n = 48) of girls and 45.5% (n = 40) of boys. Of the patients included in the follow-up, 40% (n = 35) underwent unilateral CI; 60% (n = 53) of children underwent bilateral sequential CI. In our study, slightly more than half of the patients (51.1%) had experience using the CI system for more than 5 years. At the first stage of the study, we studied the relationship between sound perception thresholds (tonal audiometry in a free field) and registered ASSR (auditory steady state response) thresholds in patients with deafness receiving rehabilitation after CI surgery. The relationship between behavioral and electrophysiological (objective) thresholds was assessed by comparing the results of tonal threshold audiometry and the responses received during ASSR registration to acoustic stimulation in a free field. At the second stage, patients with indications for processor fitting (decreased speech intelligibility, uncomfortable sensations) underwent speech audiometry, evoked compound action potentials (ECAP) registration, according to the results of which the parameters of the CI processor were changed. Results. Research data showed the effectiveness of the approach of including the ECAP registration test, followed by the creation of a fitting card and correction of the level of auditory nerve stimulation under the control of speech audiometry in the protocol of fitting the CI processor. Conclusions. The results of the conducted studies allow us to recommend the use of the developed method of objective recording of sound perception thresholds in patients with CI as one of the indicators of the effectiveness of CI in the early period of auditory-speech rehabilitation in patients with undeveloped speech skills and when it is impossible to conduct objective tests accompanied by supra-threshold stimulation of the auditory nerve.
Nutritional support in glycogen storage diseases: evolution of treatment and unresolved contradictions
Authors: Surkov Andrej N. , Baranov Aleksandr A. , Arakelyan Anna L. , Bessonov Evgenij E. , Zhurkova Natal'ya V. , Labash Diana A. , Ivardava Marika I.
Published: January 2024

Hepatic forms of glycogen storage diseases (GSD) are a group of diseases in which abnormal accumulation or cleavage of glycogen leads to potentially life-threatening hypoglycemic conditions and metabolic disorders. The use of specialized diet therapy with the addition of raw corn starch has significantly improved the results of GSD treatment, turning a pathology previously considered fatal into a condition in which people can feel satisfactory with proper care. Despite many years of research, there is no consensus on the optimal dietary treatment of GSD. This article describes the evolution of dietary therapy of hepatic forms of GSD (types 0, I, III, VI, IX and XI), presents historical and modern approaches to the prevention of hypoglycemia and related complications.
Optimal Angiographic View for Implantation of Self-Expanding Transcatheter Aortic Valves
Authors: Mardanyan Gayk V. , Chargazia Shota G. , Kur-ipa Kiazim A. , Polyakov Roman S. , Puretskiy Mikhail V. , Pirkova Aleksandra A. , Vlasko Gordey S. , Popov Sergey O. , Abugov Sergey A.
Published: January 2024

Background. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation is safe and effective alternative to surgical treatment of severe aortic valve stenosis among patients of all risk groups. Optimal implantation depth is key for successful hemodynamic and clinical
Results. Despite the improvement of prostheses design and increasing experience of operators cardiac conduction abnormalities and paravalvular leak continue to be a significant complication of this procedure, directly affecting the long-term prognosis. Self-expanding valves require special approaches for optimal angiographic projection to assess the implantation depth of the prosthesis.
Aims in this study we compared coplanar view and cusp overlap technique during self-expanding aortic valves implantation.
Methods. We performed a retrospective analysis of 81 TAVI performed in Russian Research Center of Surgery. The patients were divided into two groups depending on the implantation projection: coplanar view (CV) and cusp overlap technique (COT). The incidence of cardiac conduction abnormalities (cumulative incidence of third degree AV block and left bundle branch block) depending on the implantation projection was analyzed. The procedural characteristics in the form of contrast agent volume, fluoroscopic time and operator comfort were also evaluated.
Results. After TAVI 16 (51.6%) and 13 (26.0%) patients had cardiac conduction disturbances (cumulative incidence of third degree AV block and left bundle branch block) in the CV and COT respectively (p = 0.019). In the CV group, 2 (6.5%) patients, and in the COT group, 3 (6%) patients had third degree AV block (p = 0.935) and 14 (45.2%) и 10 (20%) left bundle branch block (p = 0,016). In the COT group, there was a significant decrease contrast media (181 66.4 mL vs. 158.9 50.8 mL, p = 0.032). Fluoroscopic time also decreased (23.2 7.7 min vs. 21.3 6.8 min), but without a significant difference (p = 0.678). According to the results of the operator survey, the COT projection was more comfortable.
Conclusions. Optimal implantation depth is an important condition for achieving hemodynamic efficiency of the prosthesis and reducing the risk of conduction abnormalities. Operator comfort, better assessment of the implantation depth, safety and efficiency of the cusp overlap technique allow its use as the main implantation view for TAVI.
Paediatric amplification protocol, based on individualization of the hearing aids’ fitting parameters
Authors: Tufatulin Gaziz Sh. , Yanov Yuri K. , Artyushkin Sergei A. , Dvoryanchikov Vladimir V.
Published: January 2024

Background. There are no paediatric amplification clinical practice guidelines in Russia at the moment. At the same time the technological progress of hearing aids (HA), new algorithms and functions requires the objective evidence of safety and effectiveness for the hearing impaired children. For these reasons paediatric amplification algorithm was developed by the authors. Besides the standard procedures the algorithm includes an objective electroacoustic verification of the output parameters and separate HA functions. The research is devoted to the investigation of the protocols advantages.
Aim development and evaluation the paediatric amplification protocol, based on objective electroacoustic verification of the output and functions of hearing aid.
Materials and Methods. Prospective, randomized, controlled clinical trial was performed. Two protocols effectiveness were compared. Standard protocol (control group) is based on the subjective verification. Experimental protocol suggests an electroacoustic verification of the output and different HA functions: feedback cancellation, amplitude and frequency compression, microphone directionality, digital noise reduction (experimental group). Each group included 56 children (317 years old) with permanent hearing loss from moderate to moderately-severe degree. Initial amplification was performed for each child; the results were estimated in 1, 3 and 6 months using PEACH and LIFE questionnaires, speech audiometry and phoneme testing. DataLogging and first fitting appointment time were also estimated.
Results. In preschool-age children of the experimental group post-amplification PEACH results were 6% better than in controls. In school-age children (LIFE questionnaire) results were 11% better comparing with control group. Speech intelligibility in quiet was 3.1% (p 0.05) higher for pre-schoolers in the experimental group and 9.3% (p 0.01) higher for school-age children comparing with control group. Speech intelligibility in noise was higher in experimental group than in control: 7.8% (p 0.05) in pre-schoolers and 13% (p 0.01) for school-age children. Phoneme recognition was better in experimental group as well: 4.5% (p 0.05) in pre-schoolers and 9.8% (p 0.01) in school-agers than in control group. After HA fitting following an experimental protocol DataLogging time was 1112% longer in comparison with standard procedure. On the other hand, experimental protocol took in average 1.5 hours for the first fitting and standard protocol 53 minutes.
Conclusions. Protocol of paediatric amplification based on objective electroacoustic verification of HA output and functions allows to significantly increase the effectiveness of hearing rehabilitation in children.
To the 85th Anniversary of Academician Larisa Konstantinovna Moshetova
Authors: Reshetov Igor V. , Sergeeva Natalia V.
Published: January 2024

On August 19, 2023, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences Larisa Konstantinovna Moshetova, a recognized leader in the field of ophthalmology, turned 85 years old.
Readiness of medical graduates to self-guided work in primary health care organizations
Authors: Varakina Zh. L. , Shkerskaya N. Yu. , Losev V. R. , Zimina E. V. , Menshikova L. I.
Published: January 2024

Aim. To study the opinion of senior medical students about their readiness for self-guided practice in primary health care organizations.

Material and methods. In 2023, a continuous cross- sectional social study was conducted among 5th and 6th year students of the Northern State Medical University (Arkhangelsk), of which 137 were from pediatric faculty (5th year — 70, 6th year — 65), 266 — general medicine faculty (5th year — 140, 6th year — 126).

Results. An insufficient level of readiness of medical graduates for self-guided practice in primary health care facilities was revealed. Only 19,0%, after passing the primary accreditation, aim to immediately work as a local pediatrician and a local general practitioner, while 44,2% are not ready to begin independent practical activity. The main work direction of a local physician is considered to be prevention by 67,2% and 28,6% of senior pediatric and general medicine students, respectively. More than 75% of graduates are ready to work independently in a medical information system, but 15,1% of respondents are not sure that they will be able to independently make an electronic sick note, while 41% — a referral for disability examination, and about a third of graduates — fill out a statistical electronic form.

Conclusion. The study results confirm the need to strengthen the practice in the training of medical students and introduce a mentoring system in primary health care facilities.
Digital health literacy in primary care: a key driver of patient satisfaction in the era of digital transformation in healthcare
Authors: Voshev D. V. , Son I. M. , Vosheva N. A. , Orlov S. A. , Mezhidov K. S. , Shepel R. N. , Drapkina O. M.
Published: January 2024

Aim. To analyze digital technologies in the primary health care system, as well as studying the impact of digital health literacy on patient satisfaction with the services provided.

Material and methods. A study assessing patients' opinions on the digitalization of primary care in Russia was conducted from June to September 2023 among 1004 participants from 42 regions. A questionnaire with 33 questions was used, of which the 8 most relevant ones were selected for the article, aimed at assessing the satisfaction and personal experience of patients in using digital technologies. Data was collected through Yandex Forms. Data analysis included synthesis of results, classification and content analysis of literature.

Results. The study examined the impact of digitalization on primary care patient satisfaction. Analysis of digital technologies in the primary health care system made it possible to establish that the target audience has a positive attitude towards the introduction of innovations. The patients also aimed at using them and are ready to seek new digital medical services. At the same time, it is important for patients to increase the effectiveness of personal interaction with the physicians. In order to improve digital innovation, development of practical guidelines for the updating and further implementation of digital tools is needed.

Conclusion. The study confirmed that digital health literacy plays an important role in improving primary care patient satisfaction. Based on the data obtained, it is necessary to develop and implement educational programs for patients and medical professionals aimed at increasing the level of digital literacy and optimizing the use of digital tools in me dicine.
LAS ACTIVIDADES FÍSICO RECREATIVAS Y EL SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT
Authors: Brenda Rocío Rodríguez Vela  , Tapia Martinez José René
Published: January 2024

Introducción: El burnout ó síndrome de estar quemado, es la respuesta que da un trabajador cuando percibe la diferencia existente entre sus propios ideales y la realidad de su vida laboral desarrollándose generalmente en las profesiones de ayuda y de interrelación social frecuente. Saborío & Hidalgo (2015). Objetivo: Analizar el impacto de las actividades físico recreativas en el síndrome de burnout. Métodos: Tipo de investigación cuantitativa, correlacional y transversal (junio a diciembre de 2022); Donde participaron 179 sujeto Trabajadores pertenecientes al Secretaria de Seguridad Pública del Estado de Durango, México. (C5), ( 86 hombre y 93 mujeres) de 25 a 50 años de edad, donde los factores de exclusión fueron Sujetos que no deseen participar, que tengan algún impedimento motriz que les impida realizar actividades física. Resultados: según la percepción de los sujetos, el nivel de estrés laboral disminuye de manera significativa a partir de la implementación de actividades físico recreativas., así como el aumento del nivel de satisfacción laboral. Conclusión: es importante establecer actividades físico recreativas que contribuya a la disminución del estrés laboral y con ello un mejor ambiente de trabajo donde se sientan valorados por el desempeño de sus funciones el en que hacer diario.                              
Palabras clave: Agotamiento Psicológico, Rendimiento Laboral, Ejercicio Físico
IMPACTO DO TRANSTORNO DISMÓRFICO CORPORAL NA SAÚDE MENTAL: UMA REVISÃO DE REVISÕES SISTEMÁTICAS
Authors: Dias de Jesus Eugenia Eugenia , Rosa Alexandre , Faitarone Brasilino Fabricio , Cortes Morales Pedro Jorge
Published: January 2024

Introdução: O Transtorno Dismórfico Corporal (TDC), também conhecido como Dismorfia Corporal (DM), caracterizado por uma preocupação excessiva e distorcida com a aparência física, levando a uma percepção negativa e exagerada de supostas imperfeições ou defeitos em partes do corpo. Objetivo: Realizar uma análise abrangente do impacto do TDC na saúde mental, por meio de uma revisão de revisões sistemáticas previamente publicadas. Metodologia: Para a seleção dos estudos, foram utilizadas as plataformas de pesquisa Google Acadêmico e PubMed. As palavras-chave nortearam a seleção de materiais tanto em português quanto em inglês. Foi filtrado as buscas dos artigos pelo ano de 2016 a 2022, abrangendo um intervalo de seis anos. Resultados: Foram selecionados 18 estudos de revisão sistemática, totalizando 525 estudos no geral. Dentre os estudos investigados foi notado que os participantes relataram insatisfação com a imagem corporal, tentativa de suicídio e baixa autoestima. Além disso, foram detectados cinco tipos de transtornos que pessoas com dismorfia muscular podem vir a acarretar, sendo eles Transtornos Depressivos, Alimentares, de Ansiedade, Obsessivo-compulsivo   e do Estresse pós-traumático. Conclusão: Foi constatado que os sujeitos que apresentam dismorfia muscular podem gerar prejuízos ainda maiores para a saúde mental, desencadeando consequências ainda mais adversas. Estes achados ressaltam a necessidade de investir em mais pesquisas sobre esse tema, a fim de promover estratégias eficazes de intervenção e prevenção.
PREPARAÇÃO DO MANUSCRITO: PSICOMOTRICIDADE: ORIGEM, CONCEITOS E FINALIDADE
Authors: Hengel Andriele , GADINE LUIZ ANTONIO
Published: January 2024

A pesquisa  buscou abordar a Psicomotricidade  compreendendo sua origem, seus conceitos e sua finalidade. Sendo assim, traçamos como objetivo geral deste estudo, conscientizar a importância da psicomotricidade na Educação Infantil. Seguidos, pelos respectivos objetivos específicos: apresentar os benefícios da psicomotricidade na Educação Infantil; diagnosticar as lacunas no processo de maturação das crianças, quando as atividades psicomotoras não são desenvolvidas de acordo com a faixa etária e contextualizar historicamente a psicomotricidade e sua finalidade. O problema de investigação inicia pelas principais vertentes da Psicomotricidade, buscando entender a  história e de como ela surgiu. Logo, será exposto as contribuições da Psicomotricidade com a aprendizagem, qual a relação da mesma com o desenvolvimento humano e com a Educação Física Infantil. Desta forma, entendemos que a  educação psicomotora trabalha na prevenção de dificuldades de aprendizagem na leitura, escrita, lateralidade, socialização, entre outras. O aprendizado de uma criança depende das condições proporcionadas pelo ambiente social que vive, condições biológicas, dentre outros fatores. O indivíduo  passa por diferentes etapas em seu crescimento, com diferentes aspectos, caracterizando suas relações com o mundo físico e mental. Para promover isso, o Ebook apresentado, por imagens ilustrativas, vem para auxiliar mas dificuldade que muitos profissionais encontram ao trabalhar com a Psicomotricidade, foram selecionadas dez  atividades para cada elemento abordado. 
Palavras-chave: Psicomotricidade. Educação Física. Desenvolvimento Humano.
AUTONOMIA FUNCIONAL EM ADULTOS COM SÍNDROME DE DOWN
Authors: Souto Filho José Morais , Nonato de Lima Daiane , Antônio Medeiros do Nascimento Marcos
Published: January 2024

Objetivo: avaliar a influência da composição corporal no desempenho de testes funcionais e nos níveis glicêmicos de adultos com síndrome de Down. Métodos: participaram do estudo 19 voluntários adultos com idade de 18 a 49 anos. Foram avaliados a glicemia em jejum, pressão arterial, frequência cardíaca, força de preensão manual, agilidade, equilíbrio dinâmico e qualidade da marcha. O IMC, percentual de gordura corpora, peso gordo e peso magro foram estimados por meio de equação matemática. Resultados: Os voluntários apresentaram baixo desempenho nos testes funcionais. Foi observado moderada correlações positivas e tamanho do efeito pequeno entre o peso corporal e percentual de gordura corporal (r = 0.0493; p = 0.032; d = 0.2430), e percentual de gordura corporal e glicemia (r = 0.517; p = 0.028; d = 0.2670). Além de fortes correlações positivas e tamanho do efeito moderado entre o peso e peso gordo (r = 0.846; p = 0.000; d = 0.7157) e do peso magro com força de preensão palmar (r = 0.634; p = 0,004; d = 0.4019). Foi calculado o coeficiente de determinação entre percentual de gordura corporal e glicemia (R2 = 0.2668) e Peso magro e força de preensão palmar (R2 = 0.4019). Conclusão: A composição corporal influenciou no desempenho dos testes funcionais e nos níveis glicêmicos dos voluntários. Ainda o perfil da composição corporal, caracterizado pela IMC e percentual de gordura elevado apontou um risco para o desenvolvimento do diabetes tipo 2 evidenciado pelos valores glicêmicos coletados.
TEORIA E PRÁTICA: PARADIGMA FOCAL DO PROFISSIONAL DE EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA
Authors: Gonçalves de Brito Cleia , Fernandes Gomes Wagner Domingos
Published: January 2024

Tomando como referencia la Educación Inclusiva, el estudiante adaptado y su representación en el mercado laboral. Con el objetivo de analizar las lenguas del estudiante adaptado como lugar de habla y su lugar de habla en la sociedad brasileña. La filosofía como lugar de discurso en relación al aporte desde la perspectiva de quienes califican para el mercado laboral. Las etapas de la investigación fueron argumentadas sistemáticamente por Literature Review en formato narrativo, pues respecto a la peculiaridad, supuestamente, instalada en la sociedad respecto de las personas con discapacidad, presumiblemente, las etapas convergen hacia el desconocimiento. De esta manera, Teoría y Práctica: Paradigma Focal del Profesional de Educación Física presenta el problema de cómo identificar al estudiante adaptado con un lugar de habla en los paradigmas contemporáneos de quienes practican ejercicio físico. Destacando al estudiante adaptado con Trastornos Disociativos frente a las crisis de la sociedad brasileña. Así, las lenguas del alumno que estudia se adaptan. Cada vez es más necesario utilizar en la práctica lo aprendido en teoría, y no sólo disponer de una teoría que justifique la práctica de forma desconectada.
A GESTÃO AUTÔNOMA DA MEDICAÇÃO COMO DISPOSITIVO DE FORMAÇÃO E ATENÇÃO PSICOSSOCIAL
Authors: Rocha Pinto Tiago , Guimarães Elias Thiago Henrique
Published: January 2024

Introdução: A Gestão Autônoma da Medicação é uma estratégia pela qual se aprende a cuidar do uso dos medicamentos, considerando seus efeitos em todos os aspectos da vida. Parte do reconhecimento de que cada usuário tem uma experiência singular com psicofármacos e de que importa aumentar seu poder de negociação com os profissionais que se ocupam do seu tratamento. Objetivo: Introduzir estudantes de cursos de graduação e de Residência Multiprofissional em Saúde no trabalho com grupos na Atenção Primária à Saúde. Métodos: Trata-se de um relato de experiência de um projeto de extensão desenvolvido junto a um grupo de usuários de psicotrópicos adscritos em uma Unidade de Saúde de um município do interior de SP, realizado em espaços de encontro semanais, mediados pelos pressupostos dos Guias GAM. Resultados: Para os usuários, ressalta-se a criação de um espaço de cuidado, com facilidade de acesso e possibilidade de acompanhamento longitudinal por uma equipe interprofissional. Para a equipe, destaca-se a ampliação do rol de ofertas em saúde mental para além da prescrição e renovação de receitas. Já para os estudantes, revela-se o desenvolvimento de habilidades atitudinais, comunicacionais e relacionais que são favorecidas e provocadas pela exposição e contato com as idiossincrasias relacionadas ao trabalho com grupos. Conclusão: A proposta tem favorecido a reflexão sobre a interação do uso de psicofármarcos no processo saúde-doença individual e coletivo, além de contribuir para o reconhecimento do saber da experiência, integrando vivências e conhecimentos acadêmicos, com novas abordagens e propostas terapêuticas aliado ao uso de medicação.
MORAR NO CAMPO OU NA CIDADE: O QUE MUDA NA COMPOSIÇÃO CORPORAL E NA FORÇA?
Authors: Costa Pereira Leonardo , DOS SANTOS FARIA BEATRIZ , DE ALMEIDA NEVES DHIANEY , YOSHIO DE CALDAS FUJITA RHENAN , DE OLIVEIRA SOUZA JOYCE , CARVALHO VIEIRA OSVALDO BRUNO , ALAGIA ROGESTER , BONIFACIO OLIVEIRA HILDEAMO
Published: January 2024

Introdução: Este documento explora as diferenças entre moradores de áreas urbanas e rurais em relação à saúde e capacidade funcional. As áreas urbanas oferecem maior acesso a alimentos saudáveis e práticas desportivas, enquanto as áreas rurais têm autonomia alimentar, mas podem enfrentar limitações para melhorar a força e capacidade funcional. Este estudo específico compara a força muscular e o índice de massa corporal (IMC) entre moradores urbanos e rurais com mais de 45 anos. Objetivo: Comparar a força e índice de massa corporal (IMC) entre moradores da área urbana e rural maiores de 45 anos Métodos: O estudo adotou uma abordagem transversal e analítica, com a seleção amostral sendo feita por conveniência. Os participantes foram submetidos a testes de força de preensão manual e teste de sentar e levantar. Além disso, dados antropométricos foram coletados e entrevistas semiestruturadas foram realizadas para obter informações relevantes. Resultados: A amostra foi composta por 68 participantes, sendo 49 moradores urbanos e 19 moradores rurais. Ambos os grupos apresentaram médias de IMC indicativas de sobrepeso. No entanto, não foram encontradas diferenças significativas na força isométrica entre os grupos. Os moradores urbanos apresentaram um desempenho ligeiramente melhor no teste de resistência de membros inferiores. Conclusão: pode-se afirmar que os indivíduos de ambas as regiões estão suscetíveis aos riscos provenientes do sobrepeso e inatividade física
MONITORING TRAINING LOADS: THOR'S HAMMER FOR WINNING IN TEAM SPORTS
Authors: Cardia Gabriel Fernando Esteves
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Monitoring training loads is a powerful tool to achieve victory in team sports, represented by Thor's hammer metaphor. Objective: This scientific article discusses the importance of monitoring training loads in team sports for optimizing athletic performance and preventing injuries. Methods:  The article presents a review of the literature on monitoring training loads in team sports, focusing on advancements in the field, including internal and external load monitoring, monitoring tools, and monitoring devices. Results: The review emphasizes the importance of implementing multifaceted athlete monitoring systems to ensure that the correct training dose is given at the right time, increase physical conditioning, and decrease fatigue. Conclusion: The article concludes that a scientific approach to load monitoring is essential for optimizing athletic performance and preventing injuries. Comprehensive monitoring should address mechanical, physiological, psychological, social, behavioral, and cognitive factors. Therefore, it is essential that coaches understand the importance of monitoring training loads and include it in their training programs, as a powerful weapon to increase performance in competitions.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA ESCOLAR NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DOS GESTOS MOTORES DE CRIANÇAS DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL I.
Authors: ECARD LETICIA , DOS SANTOS GREZIENE
Published: January 2024

Considerando o papel da educação física no âmbito escolar que é o de formar o ser humano lúcido e comprometido com sua realidade social e com uma melhor qualidade de vida, esta vem proporcionar através de uma prática consciente, um desenvolvimento abrangente capaz de associar valores socioafetivos e motores. Assim dessa forma o desenvolvimento motor permitirá o indivíduo a ter ações motoras mais complexas e específicas e é nesse contexto que o professor de Educação Física será o elo que ligará o aluno, a escola e a sociedade. Embasados nesta realidade este estudo verificou uma diferença significativa na idade motora de alunos da rede de ensino privado comparados aos da rede pública de ensino. Pois ao ser verificado movimentos mais apurados como a motricidade fina, global e o equilíbrio, os alunos da rede privada de ensino demonstraram uma diferença significativa nos movimentos; isto se deve as oportunidades mais específicas de desenvolvimento que eles têm, mostrando e afirmando o papel da educação física no âmbito escolar e o compromisso do profissional de educação física embasado cientificamente no desenvolvimento do aluno durante a aquisição de habilidades motoras e o estabelecimento de metas. Já os alunos da rede pública de ensino não estão podendo desfrutar deste poderoso artifício no que se refere ao desenvolvimento motor e as aulas de educação física.
NÍVEL DE FLEXIBILIDADE EM ESTUDANTES DE CAMPINA GRANDE-PB
Authors: DANTAS DE OLIVEIRA LIBÂNIO , RODRIGUES JOSÉ DAMIÃO , Ferreira Maia Divanalmi
Published: January 2024

Introdução: A flexibilidade é entendida como a capacidade de uma articulação mover-se em uma amplitude máxima de movimento sem ocasionar lesões no corpo. Ela é um dos componentes da aptidão física e está relacionada ao sexo, à idade, ao nível de atividade física, entre outros. Ter um grau de flexibilidade satisfatório influencia diretamente na melhora da qualidade de vida do indivíduo para atividades do cotidiano. Objetivo: Avaliar o nível de flexibilidade, comparado por sexo, de estudantes de uma escola privada da cidade de Campina Grande-PB. Métodos: O teste de campo foi realizado numa quadra poliesportiva avaliando-se 64 estudantes, sendo 36 do sexo masculino e 28 do sexo feminino. O método utilizado foi o “Teste de Sentar e Alcançar” (TSA), proposto por Wells e Dillon, com o uso de um banco de Wells. Resultados: Os estudantes do sexo feminino alcançaram maiores marcas e melhores classificações no banco de Wells em relação aos estudantes do sexo masculino. Conclusão: Os estudantes do sexo feminino foram os que melhor apresentaram grau de flexibilidade articular do quadril e coluna vertebral e extensibilidade muscular dos músculos isquiotibiais, do que os estudantes do sexo masculino.
ENVELHECIMENTO E RESISTÊNCIA MUSCULAR: IMPACTO NA CAPACIDADE FUNCIONAL
Authors: Nonato de Lima Daiane , Antônio Medeiros do Nascimento Marcos , Ferreira Maia Divanalmi , Souto Filho José Morais
Published: January 2024

Introdução: O envelhecimento traz consigo efeitos deletérios como: alteração na composição corporal, elevação dos valores pressóricos, desenvolvimento de doenças metabólicas como o diabetes tipo 2 e alteração nas variáveis da aptidão física. Tais alterações podem comprometer a capacidade funcional e limitar a autonomia física do idoso impactando na qualidade de vida. Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito da idade na relação da resistência muscular e o desempenho na velocidade da marcha em idosas fisicamente ativas. Métodos: As participantes responderam uma anamnese social em formato de entrevista com questões sobre histórico de saúde pessoal, estilo de vida e condições socioeconômicas. Foi realizado aferição da pressão arterial, peso e estatura. As participantes foram familiarizadas com os testes funcionais: i) teste de ir e vir (2,44m); ii) flexão de cotovelo em 30 segundos; iii) levantar e sentar da cadeira em 30 segundos. Resultados: Foi observado uma fraca correlação negativa (r = -0,388; p = 0,006) entre o número de repetições no teste de flexão de cotovelo de 30 segundos e o teste de Ir e Vir. A correlação entre o teste de levantar e sentar em 30 segundos e flexão de cotovelo em 30 segundos mostrou uma forte correlação positiva (r = 0,685; p < 0,001). A idade apresentou uma fraca correlação positiva (r = 0,281; p = 0,048) com o teste de velocidade da marcha. Conclusão: Nosso estudo evidenciou que o avanço da idade em idosas acima de 60 anos impacta na resistência muscular e consequentemente no desempenho da marcha.
PRÁTICAS E VALORES PARA A INCLUSÃO SOCIAL: UM RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA NA FUNDAÇÃO AMERICANA GIGI’S PLAYHOUSE
Authors: Da Costa Rosa Maria Alves , Gomes Cristiano de Miranda
Published: January 2024

Este relato buscou descrever as ações de promoção à inclusão social de pessoas com deficiências. Utilizou-se metodologia descritiva para relatar ações realizadas na Fundação Americana GiGi’s Playhouse, em Miami, Flórida/EUA, conforme regramento de Dalton e Faria (2019). A experiência relatada se apoia nas ideias de Mantoan (2007) sobre a inclusão da criança e sua família; Rodrigues (2016) na defesa dos direitos à participação, opinião e pertencimento social, educacional e trabalhista; Booth e Ainscow (2011), que defende a inclusão como processo de três pilares – política, cultura e práticas; dispositivos da Lei dos Americanos com Deficiência (1990), que prevê apresentação diversificada do conteúdo, permite expressão do entendimento e compreensão do que foi trabalhado, de modo que demonstrem interesse e engajamento nas atividades, respeito às particularidades, não exigindo distanciamento da realidade vivenciada. O sucesso da inclusão social exige considerar componentes essenciais como: ambiente estruturado e adaptado às necessidades, abordagem de ensino facilitadora do aprendizado e adaptação curricular, fatores não exclusivos às crianças com Síndrome de Down e Autistas, mas para todas desprovidas de currículo adequado a sua individualidade. Como resultados, observou-se que vivenciar a inclusão social, na perspectiva americana do desenvolvimento e aprendizado representa construção de conceitos, conscientização, reflexão e pesquisa, a constatação da unicidade de cada experiência, indispensabilidade da qualificação profissional, participação da família, interlocução profissional, diversidade metodológica, motivação dos participantes, consciência das necessidades e particularidades dos participantes e finalmente as respostas se mostraram fatores positivos de desenvolvimento evolutivo e inclusivo.
Localizando feminicidios: la clave geográfica
Authors: García-López Ernesto , Valenzuela-Aguilera Alfonso
Published: January 2024

En la Ciudad de México, el feminicidio se entrelaza con factores geográficos y de marginación, dado que se concentra en las zonas más desfavorecidas. Este estudio emplea la geolocalización anual de datos delictivos mediante el Sistema de Información Geográfica y Estadística sobre Violencia de Género (SIGEVIG) para correlacionar las condiciones de marginación con los lugares donde ocurren los feminicidios. Los resultados revelan patrones espaciales que son claves para comprender los modos en que opera este delito y las condiciones subyacentes que lo propician en ubicaciones específicas de la ciudad.
Environmental life cycle, carbon footprint and comparative economic assessment of rainwater harvesting systems in schools – a South African case study
Authors: Praval Maharaj  , Elena Friedrich
Published: January 2024

Rainwater harvesting (RWH) provides a unique opportunity for water conservation. This research aimed to assess the performance of two types of RWH systems (gravity and pump-driven) at a local public school in replacing non-potable water for toilet flushing. The volume of harvested water, efficiency to meet demand, expenses involved and associated environmental burdens were key criteria of performance. Economic considerations included capital costs and return periods, while the environmental aspects encompassed simplified life cycle assessments (LCAs) as well as specific carbon footprints. The gravity-fed system supplied 452.5 kL/annum and covered 31.8% of the demand for flushing water for toilets for the school investigated. The pumped system provided 476.8 kL/annum representing 33.5% of the demand.  Together they would be able to supply 65.3% of the demand. The catchment area of these two systems differed and there was no overlap. As expected, the gravity-fed system outperformed the pumped system, both economically and environmentally, because no energy for pumping was needed. In terms of costs, the difference was small, and the payback periods of both systems were similar.  However, environmentally, the LCA scores for the pumped system were an order of magnitude higher for all 18 impact categories considered. Carbon footprints showed that in the construction stage both systems have similar footprints. For the operation stage, the comparison was extended, as there were higher energy requirements for the pumped system (about 4 times higher than those from the provision of municipal potable water), but in the same range or lower when compared with other alternative sources of water like groundwater abstraction, recycling of municipal water and desalination. The gravity-fed system required no energy for pumping. This study shows how trade-offs in assessing the overall performance of RWH systems can be considered, leading to better decision making.
Atypical Paroxysmal Kinesigenic Dyskinesia with Paroxysmal Exercise-induced Dyskinesia
Authors: Lee Suin , Kim Jae Rim , Kim Young-Kyun , Bae Hyoeun , Park Soo Ryun , Kim Kyungmin , Kim Ki Hyun , Lee Jung Seok , Seo Dae-Won
Published: January 2024

Paroxysmal kinesigenic dyskinesia (PKD) is a diagnostic term for transient, involuntary abnormal movements triggered by sudden motions. The treatment for PKD differs from other paroxysmal dyskinesias, as it notably responds well to sodium channel blockers. We report a case of atypical PKD, coupled with paroxysmal exercise-induced dyskinesia (PED). Both PKD and PED in this patient showed a good response to oxcarbazepine. This case could be clinical evidence that paroxysmal dyskinesias could potentially be regarded as a spectrum disorder with overlapping features.
Hyperammonemic Encephalopathy Caused by the c.386+5G>A Mutation in OTC Gene in a Young Adult Woman
Authors: Choo Yi-Seul , Koo Ga eun , Kang Yu-Jin , Kang Dongwook , Ko Young Jun , Park Ji Young , Park Chan-Young , Han Su-Hyun
Published: January 2024

Noncirrhotic hyperammonemia as a cause of acute confusion remains diagnostic challenge. Deficiency of ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) is the urea cycle disorder, inborn errors caused by a defect of the enzymes in the urea cycle, leading to an accumulation of ammonia mainly in newborn. There were very few cases, in which OTC deficiency result in hyperammonemia in adulthood. Herein, we report a young adult woman of hyperammonemic encephalopathy with OTC deficiency, diagnosed by high blood ammonia, glutamine and low plasma levels of citrulline. Next generation sequencing showed the c.386+5G>A mutation of the OTC gene.
Non-cirrhotic Hyperammonemic Encephalopathy with Portosystemic Shunt
Authors: Kim Hong Jun , Kim Doo Ri , Kim Joong-Goo , Song Sook Keun , Kang Chul-Hoo
Published: January 2024

Hyperammonemic encephalopathy commonly occur in patients with liver disease, but it can also occur due to other causes. A portosystemic shunt without liver cirrhosis is one of the causes of non-cirrhotic hyperammonemic encephalopathy. Herein, we present a case of a 78-year-old male patient with hyperammonemic encephalopathy resulting from portosystemic shunts without liver cirrhosis, which was successfully treated with endovascular shunt closure.
On improving Kaiwa (会話) assessment: Incorporating JF Standard descriptors and MFRM
Authors: Supriatnaningsih Rina , Yulianto Ahmad , Diner Lispridona
Published: January 2024

Despite the available rubrics, assessing speaking objectively has been a debatable issue to language assessment experts mostly due to the dependence on the raters’ authority. Scoring speaking performance often results in unfairness since subjectivity may come into play. Kaiwa (Speaking) is one of the four competencies examined in Japanese language assessment. On one hand, objective and accurate speaking assessment is badly needed. On the other hand, raters tend to overrate or underrate at times. Using Many-Facets Rasch Measurement (MFRM) and JF Standard descriptors, this study aimed to evaluate the Japanese speaking (Kaiwa) assessment. To this end, a cohort of 75 freshmen, consisting of 28 males (37%) and 47 females (63%), were assessed on the five-rubric scale (comprehension, vocabulary, structure, fluency, and pronunciation). These students’ age ranged from 18 to 20 years of age and their Japanese proficiency level was equal to N5. Two raters were involved in the assessment. The result revealed that: (1) 29 biases were found in rater-student interaction and rater-component interaction; (2) different patterns of rating behaviour were discovered. Rater 1 was more lenient than rater 2 but rater 2 was more consistent; (3) pronunciation and fluency are components that contributed the most to bias while structure was the most objective component being scored. For examiners, this result implies that scoring moderation should be held before grading students. For policymakers, the implication of the study suggests that modifications in the assessment rubric and statistical control be made so that fairer ratings could be achieved.
Implicit form-focused instruction: The impact on the implicit and explicit knowledge of Malaysian ESL learners
Authors: Hojjat Majid , Hasim Zuwati
Published: January 2024

Considering that previous research had predominantly focused on explicit FFI as the preferred method to enhance explicit and implicit knowledge, This study examined the impact of implicit form-focused instruction (FFI) on learners’ explicit and implicit knowledge. This quasi-experimental study was conducted at a selected international school in Malaysia, with 30 participants divided into two intact groups: an experimental group and a control group, each comprising 15 participants. The explicit and implicit knowledge of learners were assessed utilizing four tests: Elicited Oral Imitation Test (EOIT), Timed Grammatical Judgment Test (TGJT), Untimed Grammatical Judgment Test (UGJT), and Metalinguistic Knowledge Test (MKT). ANCOVA and Scheffe’s tests were used to analyse the obtained data. The findings demonstrated that implicit FFI, like applying input enhancement techniques and recasting, significantly affected learners’ implicit and explicit knowledge. This finding suggests that learners do not need to improve explicit knowledge to enhance their implicit knowledge. Therefore, the significant role of implicit FFI in second language acquisition (SLA) should not be underestimated. Thus, teachers could consider the effectiveness of implicit FFI when crafting impactful lessons that consider implicit and explicit knowledge. Also, this study has provided reliable support indicating that L2 learners would substantially benefit from pedagogical activities, such as input enhancement and recasting.
Physicochemical Properties of Raw Cleaned Edible Bird’s Nest After Different Primary Processing Including a New Cleaning Method
Authors: Yeo Bee-Hui , Rukayadi Yaya , Wong Shew-Fung , Tan Chin-Ping , Lai Oi-Ming
Published: January 2024

Primary processing is the cleaning process of raw uncleaned (RUC) edible bird's nest (EBN) into raw clean (RC) bird's nest. In this study, three primary processing methods were used, including two methods commonly used in industry (semi-dry and wet methods) and a newly proposed method (semi-wet method). EBNs before and after primary processing were characterised by structural and chemical analysis. The RC EBN samples after initial processing were divided into two categories, with moulding (cup-shaped) and un-shaped. Scanning Electron Microscopy-Energy Dispersive X-ray Microanalysis (SEM-EDX) was used to study the morphology and element composition of EBN samples. The EBN sample were also tested on their colour, moisture content, water activity, nitrite content, nitrate content, total sialic acid content, total glycoprotein content, and total polysaccharide content. The semi-wet method yielded > 75% cup- shaped RC EBN for six different batches of RUC EBN, outperforming wet cleaning method (68.76 - 82.92%). Micrographs showed structural similarity between RC EBN samples even with different cleaning methods; but showed structural difference between RUC and RC EBN samples. Elements Na and Cl were significantly (P < 0.05) higher in RUC EBN. After cleaning, RC EBNs showed nitrite reduction at 34.78 - 60.72%; and nitrate reduction at 33.62 - 72.35%, respectively. No reduction of antioxidant activity, total sialic acid content, total glycoprotein content and total polysaccharide were observed for EBNs after primary processing. The nitrate and glycoprotein contents in EBNs after moulding were lower than those before moulding.
Development of a Fast Immunosorbent Assay for Site-Screening Dioxin Contamination in Vietnam
Authors: Dang Phuong Nam , Nguyen Van Hoang , Pham Kien Cuong , Nguyen Thi Nhung , To Lan Anh , Le Duy Khanh , Nghiem Xuan Truong , Nguyen Khanh Hoang Viet
Published: January 2024

Dioxins are a group of chemical compounds that cause environmental pollution and many harmful effects on human health. High-Resolution Gas Chromatography/High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRGC/HRMS) is the standard method for determining dioxin concentrations in soil samples and provides the most accurate results. However, this method is time-consuming, costly, and requires modern equipment. Currently, competitive ELISA is a reliable method used for dioxin detection analysis, offering fast implementation time and low cost. Vietnam is a global hotspot for dioxin contamination, with a high number of dioxin samples for analysis. Therefore, it is essential to optimize this reliable, fast, and low-cost ELISA method for it to be applicable and replace the expensive and complex HRGC/HRMS method currently in use in Vietnam. This study presented optimized conditions for ELISA method using commercial antibodies to detect dioxin. The optimal dilution for the anti-dioxin antibody and the conjugated antibody is 1:2000 and 1:1000, respectively. The reconstitution buffer consists of 50% DMSO/H2O, with the addition of 0.05% Triton X-100. The incubation time for anti-dioxin antibody incubated with dioxin is 60 min, while the incubation time for Horseradish Peroxidase (HRP) conjugated polyclonal antibody incubated with 3,3',5,5'-Tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) substrate is 10 min. The quenching time for the enzyme-substrate reaction is 5 min. The half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) of this method is 8500 pg/well and the limit of detection (LOD) is 2.02 pg/well. Although there is a difference between the analytical results of the two methods, the well-correlated results demonstrate the potential of the ELISA method for detecting and screening dioxin contamination before performing confirmatory analysis with HRGC/HRMS. These results serve as the basis for the development of a rapid dioxin detection kit, providing a new and efficient method for detecting and screening dioxin contamination in Vietnam.
Molecular Mechanism of DLBS3233 Bioactive Fraction in Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus: Network Pharmacology and Docking Study
Authors: Tan Santi , Tjandrawinata Raymond Rubianto , Prasasty Vivitri Dewi
Published: January 2024

Although several antidiabetic agents are currently available, they commonly have undesirable effects and are not fully effective in reducing blood glucose. Therefore, since a long time ago, some Indonesians have preferred herbal medicine to cure and prevent diseases such as Lagerstroemia speciosa (L.) Pers. and Cinnamomum burmanni. (Nees & T.Nees) Blume, plants from Indonesia, are believed to be able to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Both herbs are present in DLBS3233 bioactive fraction, a standardized herbal extract that acts as an insulin sensitizer like thiazolidinediones (TZDs). However, the molecular mechanisms, the bioactive compounds, and the target proteins involved remain unclear. To understand more about the potential molecular mechanism of DLBS3233 in treating T2DM, this network pharmacology study is conducted for the first time. Quercetin, kaempferol, and ellagic acid were discovered to have antidiabetic effects in this study as selected compounds of DLBS3233, primarily on eight core target proteins, including AKT1, EGFR, GSK3B, IL6, PTK2, RELA, SRC, and VEGFA. We also found that they exhibited ligand-receptor binding activity comparable to pioglitazone in the molecular docking study. Concisely, as a reference for furthering the development of this bioactive fraction, this study provides novel information on DLBS3233 in T2DM treatment that was not shown in prior studies.