bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Risk Factors for the Development of Nosocomial Pneumonia and Its Clinical Impact in Cardiac Surgery
Authors: Gerodias Ferdinand R , Ongjoco Edgar Y , Castro Rod T , Masbang Armin , Repotente Elmer Casley T , Cruz Darwin T. Dela , Gata Heidi Louise B , Nierras Christine Megan D
Published: July 2024

INTRODUCTION: The development of pneumonia after cardiac surgery is a significant  postoperative complication that may lead to worse clinical outcomes. We aimed to identify risk  factors associated with it and determine its clinical impact in terms of in-hospital mortality and  morbidity. 

METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study among all adult patients who underwent cardiac  surgery from 2014 to 2019 in a tertiary hospital in the Philippines. Baseline characteristics and  risk factors for pneumonia were retrieved from medical records. Nosocomial pneumonia was  based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention criteria. Odds ratios from logistic  regression were computed to determine risk factors and clinical outcomes for pneumonia using  STATA 15.0 (StataCorp, College Station, Texas). 

RESULTS: Of 373 patients included, 104 (28%) acquired pneumonia. Most surgeries were ere  coronary artery bypass grafting (71.58%). Age, sex, body mass index, diabetes, left ventricular/ renal dysfunction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease/asthma, surgical urgency, surgical time,  and smoking did not show association with pneumonia development. However, preoperative  stay of >2 days was associated with 92.3% increased odds of having pneumonia (P = 0.009).  Also, every additional hour on mechanical ventilation conferred 0.8% greater odds of acquiring  pneumonia (P = 0.003). Patients who developed pneumonia had 3.9-times odds of mortality  (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.51–9.89; P = 0.005), 3.8-times odds of prolonged hospitalization  (95% CI, 1.81–7.90; P < 0.001), 6.4-times odds of prolonged intensive care unit stay (95% CI,  3.59–11.35; P < 0.001), and 9.5-times odds of postoperative reintubation (95% CI, 3.01–29.76;  P < 0.001). 

CONCLUSION: Among adult patients undergoing cardiac surgeries, prolonged preoperative  hospital stay and prolonged mechanical ventilation were associated with an increased risk  of nosocomial pneumonia. Those who developed pneumonia had worse outcomes with  significantly increased in-hospital mortality, prolonged hospitalization/intensive care unit stay, and  increased postoperative reintubation. Clinicians should therefore minimize delays in surgery and  encourage timely liberation from mechanical ventilation after surgery.
Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Employees of a Cardiac Institution
Authors: Agunod-Cheng Patricia , Javelosa Ranulfo B , Vilela Gerald C , Suarez Consuelo G , Icasiano Ma. Teresa , Bunyi Ma. Ina D
Published: July 2024

OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study was to determine the characteristics, demographic profile, and cardiovascular risk factors of 856 permanent employees of a cardiac institution. It also aimed to determine the association of their characteristics with hypertension, obesity, and cigarette smoking.

METHODS: The study was an analytical cross-sectional study. Risk factors for atherosclerosis such as blood pressure; body-mass index (BMI); waist circumference; level of daily physical activity through the International Physical Activity Questionnaire; and smoking history were determined. Association of baseline characteristics to risk factors were correlated by univariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis.

RESULTS: The prevalence of smoking among permanent employees of our cardiac institution was 9.7%, and 28.6% having some form of cigarette exposure in the past or present. Non-collegiate educational level, male gender and alcoholic beverage drinking were predictors of current cigarette smoking. Using multiple logistic regression analysis, the correlates for hypertension were age, male gender, working in the Administrative Services, being separated, obesity by BMI or waist circumference, sedentary lifestyle, and family history of hypertension. Abdominal obesity was correlated with BMI, as well as being married, female, diabetic, and hypertensive. Employees in the Administrative Services were less likely to be obese. Those with a family history of hypertension were less likely to be current smokers or obese by waist circumference. A sedentary lifestyle was correlated with a collegiate degree or higher, working in the Administrative Services, age and hypertension.

KEYWORDS: Employees, health institution, atherosclerosis, risk factors.
The Effect of Return on Equity And Capital Intensity on Tax Avoidance with Corporate Governance as a Moderating Variable
Authors: Yuniarti Setiafitrie , Setianda Rizky Aldi , Fatimah Siti
Published: July 2024

This study examines the effect of Return on Equity, Capital Intensity on Tax Avoidance with Corporate Governance (proportion of independent board of commissioners) as a moderation variable. Using the Purposive Sampling method, as many as 7 selected companies met the sample selection criteria from a total of 24 agricultural sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during 2017 – 2021 so that the total sample was 35 samples. Using multiple linear regression analysis, the results showed that Return on Equity has a significant negative effect on Tax Avoidance, Capital Intensity has a significant positive effect on Tax Avoidance. In contrast to the existence of Corporate Governance as a moderation variable, Corporate Governance (the proportion of independent board of commissioners) actually has a positive but not significant effect on the relationship of Return on Equity to Tax Avoidance. In addition, Corporate Governance actually has a significant negative influence on the relationship of capital intensity to Tax Avoidance
Analisis Biaya Dalam Penyusunan Harga Pokok Produksi Pada UD. Lima Manis Tebing Tinggi
Authors: Arseto Dedy Dwi , Syahputra Ari
Published: July 2024

Berdasarkan proses produksi yang dilakukan secara terus menerus perusahaan menggunakan ,metode full costing, walaupun belum sepenuhnya digunakan untuk menghitung harga pokok produksi guna menentukan harga jual. Jadi dalam penentuan harga pokok produksi perusahaan belum menerapkan teori akuntansi yang lazim digunakan. Dalam menghitung biaya bahan baku dan biaya tenaga kerja langsung sudah dilakukan secara tepat. Namun, dalam menghitung biaya overhead pabrik masih kurang tepat karena belum memasukkan beberapa unsur biaya overhead pabrik dalam perhitungan, seperti unsur biaya penyusutan mesin, biaya bahan bakar dan biaya tenaga kerja tidak langsung ke dalam biaya overhead pabrik. Dalam penentuan harga jual, perusahaan hanya melihat harga pasaran yang saat itu sedang berlaku dan dalam menentukan harga jualnya akan terajdi tawar-menawar antara pelaku usaha dan penjual untuk dasar penentuan harga jual sehingga diperoleh harga jual atas dasar kesepakatan keduanya.
Gambaran Tingkat Pengetahuan Masyarakat tentang Dagusibu Obat di Desa Gentan Baki Sukoharjo
Authors: Prasetyani Dina , Anggraini Truly Dian
Published: July 2024

“DApatkan, GUnakan, SIMpan, dan BUang” yang biasa disingkat dengan DAGUSIBU merupakan program dalam Gerakan Keluarga Sadar Obat yang diprakarsai oleh Ikatan Apoteker Indonesia dalam mencapai pemahaman dan kesadaran masyarakat terhadap penggunaan obat dengan benar. Sistem pembuangan obat yang tidak tepat menjadi perhatian global, masalah yang dapat timbul akibat dari pembuangan obat yang tidak benar adalah senyawa obat dapat mengkontaminasi air dalam tanah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan Tingkat Pengetahuan Masyarakat Tentang DAGUSIBU Obat Di Desa Gentan Baki Sukoharjo. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif dengan sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 330 orang yaitu warga di desa gentan yang tersebar dalam 11 RT yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi. Alat ukur yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kuesioner pengetahuan yang telah di uji validitas dengan nilai kisaran 0,490-0,824 dan uji realibilitas dengan nilai 0,94. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh menunjukkan bahwa dari 330 responden, pengetahuan responden tentang DAGUSIBU adalah 83,41% dengan kategori “Baik” dan tingkat pengetahuan kategori “Cukup” sebesar 16,59% pada pengetahuan tentang buang obat, sehingga secara keseluruhan dapat disimpulkan bahwa tingkat pengetahuan masyarakat di Desa Gentan tentang DAGUSIBU obat sudah tergolong baik.
Hubungan Pengetahuan dengan Sikap Ibu tentang Pemilihan Pijat Bayi yang Dilakukan oleh Bidan dan Dukun di Kelurahan Pegirian Kecamatan Semampir Surabaya
Authors: Putri Ardelia Savinka Anandrian , Sari Gadis Meinar , Ningrum Astika Gita , Puspitasari Dwiyanti
Published: July 2024

Apabila bayi sehat dan memiliki kualitas hidup yang baik, angka kematian bayi dapat menurun. Pijat bayi dapat membantu bayi tumbuh lebih baik dan tetap sehat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui hubungan pengetahuan dengan sikap ibu tentang pemilihan pijat bayi yang dilakukan oleh bidan dan dukun di Kelurahan Pegirian Surabaya.Metode penelitian menggunakan kuantitatif analitik observasional dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Besar sampel yaitu  63  responden dengan teknik pengambilan sampel consecutive sampling. Instrumen penelitian menggunakan kuesioner dan dianalisis menggunakan uji chi-square. Sebagian besar responden memiliki pengetahuan baik sebanyak 40 responden (63,49%), serta sebagian besar responden memilih pijat bayi oleh bidan sebanyak 33 responden (52,38%). Hasil uji chi-square menunjukkan adanya hubungan antara pengetahuan dengan sikap ibu tentang pemilihan pijat bayi  oleh bidan dan dukun (p<0,01). Ada hubungan antara pengetahuan dengan sikap ibu tentang pemilihan pijat bayi yang dilakukan oleh bidan dan dukun di Kelurahan Pegirian Kecamatan Semampir Kota Surabaya.
Profil Penggunaan Obat Infeksi Saluran Pernapasan Akut (ISPA) Pediatri Rawat Jalan di RS Muhammadiyah Selogiri
Authors: Wijayanti Fitri , Endrawati Susi , Wahyuningsih Sri Saptuti
Published: July 2024

Infeksi Saluran Pernapasan Akut (ISPA) merupakan infeksi saluran pernapasan yang mampu berlangsung sampai 14hari, Keluhan yang sering ditimbulkan yaitu demam, bersin, batuk, sakit tenggorokan, influenza, sakit kepala, tubuh lemah dan nyeri sendi. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui profil penggunaan obat ISPA pediatri rawat Jalan di Rumah Sakit Muhammadiyah Selogiri. Jenis ini adalah penelitian non eksperimental dianalisis secara deskriptif non analitik dengan pengumpulan data dilakukan secara retrospektif terhadap data rekam medis resep obat pasien bulan Oktober – Desember 2021 yang disajikan dalam bentuk tabel, diagram, atau grafik serta dihitung persentasenya. Data dikaji dengan pedoman standar penatalaksanaan pemilihan obat dan aturan pakai obat ISPA menurut WHO: Model Formulary for Children 2010 dan Depkes RI: Pharmaceutical Care untuk Penyakit Infeksi Saluran Pernafasan 2005. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan rata – rata penggunaan obat terapi ISPA Pediatri untuk antibiotik yang paling banyak digunakan adalah dolongan penisilin yaitu amoxicillin 59,37%. Terapi suportif obat simptomatik  analgetik - antipiretik 79,07%, obat saluran cerna 4,65%, obat saluran pernafasan 35,04%, obat  kortikosteroid 37,21% dan antihistamin 24,03%. Kesimpulan penggunaan obat ISPA pediatri rawat jalan Rumah Sakit Muhammadiyah Selogiri Wonogiri memenuhi standar pedoman penatalaksanaan dari WHO: Model formulary for children 2010 dan Depkes RI: Pharmaceutical Care untuk Penyakit Infeksi Saluran Pernafasan 2005.
Daya Analgetik Fraksi Tak Larut N-Heksana dari Ekstrak Etanol Daun Ketela Rambat (Ipomoea batatas L) pada Mencit yang Diinduksi dengan Etil Asetat
Authors: Hastuti Siwi , Pratama Bangkit Ary
Published: July 2024

Ketela rambat (Ipomoea batatas L) mengandung flavonoid, polifenol dan saponin. Daun ketela rambat telah menunjukkan efek analgetik dan antiinflamasi pada sediaan ekstrak etanol. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis aktivitas analgetik fraksi tak larut n-heksana dari ekstrak etanol daun ketela rambat pada mencit yang diberi rangsang nyeri asam asetat. Ekstraksi simplisia dilakukan secara maserasi dengan etanol 70%, sedangkan fraksinasi dengan n-heksana. Kelompok uji yaitu kelompok I (Asetosal 65 mg/kgBB), kelompok II (air sebagai kontrol negatif), kelompok III, IV dan V (fraksi tak larut n-heksana dari ekstrak etanol daun ketela rambat dosis 25, 50 dan 100 mg/kgBB). Masing-masing kelompok diberi sediaan uji secara per oral, sesaat kemudian diinjeksikan asam asetat 1% secara intraperitoneal. Geliat mencit dicatat setiap lima menit selama satu jam. Jumlah geliat digunakan untuk menghitung persentase daya analgetik. Hasil persentase daya analgetik sediaan uji berturut-turut pada dosis 25, 50 dan 100 mg/kgBB adalah (12,49±2,00)%, (48,33±1,69)% dan (55,62±1,63)%, sedangkan asetosal mempunyai persentase daya anagetik sebesar (57,91±0,84)%. Hasil uji one way Anova menunjukkan nilai p =  0,000 berarti ada perbedaan yang signifikan. Namun pada uji post hoc test, antar perlakuan uji ditunjukkan perbedaan yang signifikan kecuali antara sediaan uji dosis 100 mg/kgBB dengan asetosal. Daun ketela rambat berpotensi sebagai bahan obat analgetik yang baru.
Variability Modeling in Enterprise Architecture Management: Case Study and Survey on Existing Approaches
Authors:   University of Rostock, Albert-Einstein-Str. 22, 18059 Rostock, Germany, Dehne Ahmed , Niyazov Sahib ,   University of Rostock, Albert-Einstein-Str. 22, 18059 Rostock, Germany, Sandkuhl Kurt ,   University of Rostock, Albert-Einstein-Str. 22, 18059 Rostock, Germany,   Jönköping University, Box 1026, 55111 Jönköping, Sweden
Published: July 2024

Managing and dealing with variability in business processes and the IT landscape is a common challenge in the everyday practice of most enterprises and organizations. Recent studies have observed that digital transformation, Internet-of-Things solutions and the introduction of artificial intelligence cause changes and challenges in enterprises that simultaneously require variability on several levels, for instance, business processes, data architecture, and services. Enterprise architecture models are considered a suitable way to visualize and manage dependencies between different levels of an enterprise. However, the management of variability in enterprise architectures has not received much attention in scientific research. This article aims to contribute to a better understanding of future investigation needs. Using a systematic literature analysis, the article structures the existing research work in the field and examines real-world challenges of variability based on a case study. We argue that there is a need for new constructs in enterprise architecture models that allow for expressing dependencies between variations on different enterprise architecture layers.
¬Survey on Organizational Chat Conversation Analysis: Exploring Dialogue Summarization from a Knowledge Discovery Perspective
Authors:   Institute of Applied Computer Systems, Riga Technical University, 6A Kipsalas Street, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia, Kosilova Ksenija , Birzniece Ilze ,   Institute of Applied Computer Systems, Riga Technical University, 6A Kipsalas Street, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia
Published: July 2024

With the latest advances in natural language processing technologies, multi-participant conversation summarization features are now embedded in the most widely used collaboration platforms offered by industry leaders such as Microsoft, Google, and Zoom. This allows employees to streamline their work and increase efficiency by summarizing long chat threads. In this study, an attempt has been made to perceive summarized chat conversations as a tool for knowledge discovery and reusable information extraction within an organization in general or during projects. To this end, recent scientific articles have been reviewed to identify the most effective techniques and approaches for summarizing chat threads and conversations alongside the challenges and peculiarities of collaborative text-based communication. In addition, significant attention has been paid to the further utilization of the extracted information to represent the knowledge for further reuse.
Gel transition of active triblock copolymers
Authors: Shi Zi-Xuan , Jin Yan , Jin Yi-Yang , Tian Wen-De , Zhang Tian-Hui , Chen Kang ,   Center for Soft Condensed Matter Physics & Interdisciplinary Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
Published: July 2024

The self-propulsion of active matter leads to many non-equilibrium self-organization phenomena, and the conformational freedom of polymer chains can produce unique equilibrium self-assembly behaviors, which stimulates cross-disciplinary research between active matter and polymer physics. In this work, we use molecular dynamics simulations to investigate the modulation of self-propulsion activity on the gel transition of ABA triblock copolymers. The research results indicate that under different active forces and attractive strengths, the gel states formed by ABA copolymers can be divided into three types: stable polymer gels with stable percolation paths and uniform spatial distribution, dynamic polymer gels with constantly changing percolation path and strand conformation, and collapsed polymer gels aggregating into large percolating clusters. The spatial uniformity of active gels is related not only to the concentration fluctuation during the formation of the network, but also to the inconsistent movement of the network chains caused by the activity, which is manifested in the rotation of crosslinking points in the flexible system and the directional movement of the bundles along their contour directions in the semi-flexible and rigid systems. In terms of topological conformation of polymer networks, when the attractive strength between A blocks is strong, the proportion of loop increases with the active force increasing. When attractive strength is weak, inter- and intra-chain binding are unstable, and the conformation is easily changed by the activity drive, noise and other chain collisions, so the proportion of loop decreases with the active force increasing. The branching number of crosslinking points varies with active force, which is not only affected by the attraction strength, but also related to the rigidity of the network chain. Generally, the branch number of crosslinking points in semi-flexible networks is larger than that in flexible and rigid networks. In addition, the directional motion of active polymers induces anomalous diffusion in stable polymer gels. This study contributes to the understanding of the collective behavior of active polymers and serves as a guide for designing and implementing active polymeric materials.
Acoustic emission of pulsating bubbles in viscous media
Authors: Shen Xiao-Zhuo , Wu Peng-Fei , Lin Wei-Jun ,   State Key Laboratory of Acoustics, Institute of Acoustics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China,   University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
Published: July 2024

The classical single bubble’s acoustic emission equation has been used to describe the sound filed radiated by bubble for a long time. Because this formula does not consider the influence of the medium viscosity in the process of sound wave propagation, it is more reasonable to modify it in some special cases.

Based on the boundary condition of the bubbles, i.e. the vibration velocity of the bubble wall is equal to the particle vibration velocity of the external medium at the bubble boundary, the acoustic wave equation in spherical coordinate system in viscous medium is solved, and the modified acoustic emission formula of the bubble in the viscous medium is given.

The bubble radius R(t) is obtained numerically from the bubble dynamics equation by using the fourth-fifth order Runge-Kutta method. Then the bubble's radiation sound field is obtained by using the direct substitution method and the finite element (The pressure acoustics module; two-dimensional (2D) axisymmetric geometric model) method, respectively. The modified expression ppresent given in this work is more accurate to describe the bubble’s radiation than the classical expression pclassical in the cases of high-viscosity, high-frequency and long-distance. In these cases, continuing to measure the acoustic emission of bubbles by using the classical expression may have an influence on the characteristics of cavitation, such as the inaccurate descriptions of parameters such as cavitation intensity and cavitation threshold.
An anomaly detection model for multivariate time series with anomaly perception
Authors: Wei Dong , Sun Wu , Zou Xiaofeng , Ma Dan , Xu Huarong , Chen Panfeng , Yang Chaoshu , Chen Mei , Li Hui
Published: July 2024

Multivariate time series anomaly detection is a crucial data mining technique with a wide range of applications in areas such as IT applications. Currently, the majority of anomaly detection methods for time series data rely on unsupervised approaches due to the rarity of anomaly labels. However, in real-world scenarios, obtaining a limited number of anomaly labels is feasible and affordable. Effective usage of these labels can offer valuable insights into the temporal characteristics of anomalies and play a pivotal role in guiding anomaly detection efforts. To improve the performance of multivariate time series anomaly detection, we proposed a novel deep learning model named EDD (Encoder-Decoder-Discriminator) that leverages limited anomaly samples. The EDD model innovatively integrates a graph attention network with long short term memory (LSTM) to extract spatial and temporal features from multivariate time series data. This integrated approach enables the model to capture complex patterns and dependencies within the data. Additionally, the model skillfully maps series data into a latent space, utilizing a carefully crafted loss function to cluster normal data tightly in the latent space while dispersing abnormal data randomly. This innovative design results in distinct probability distributions for normal and abnormal data in the latent space, enabling precise identification of anomalous data. To evaluate the performance of our EDD model, we conducted extensive experimental validation across three diverse datasets. The results demonstrate the significant superiority of our model in multivariate time series anomaly detection. Specifically, the average F1-Score of our model outperformed the second-best method by 2.7% and 73.4% in both evaluation approaches, respectively, highlighting its superior detection capabilities. These findings validate the effectiveness of our proposed EDD model in leveraging limited anomaly samples for accurate and robust anomaly detection in multivariate time series data.
Efeitos das estratégias de comunicação na decisão de compra de alimentos industrializados em Mato Grosso
Authors: Rocha Ronaldy Felipe Santos , Bacarji Alencar Garcia
Published: July 2024

Uma das estratégias das indústrias de alimentos é oferecer ao consumidor produtos semelhantes aos produtos in natura, como o que ocorre com as bebidas de frutas industrializadas, podendo ser encontradas como suco, néctar e refresco, diferenciando apenas as porcentagens de polpa da fruta nesses alimentos. O objetivo desta pesquisa foi identificar a relação existente entre o perfil do consumidor de alimentos industrializados e a influência das estratégias de comunicação sobre a decisão de compra de alimentos industrializados em Cuiabá e Várzea Grande, Mato Grosso. Especificamente, pretendeu-se identificar os hábitos e preferências dos consumidores de produtos alimentícios industrializados e, avaliar a decisão de compra dos consumidores por meio de ilustrações digitais de um ou mais produtos alimentícios industrializados fictícios. Para o desenvolvimento da pesquisa foi realizada um desk research acerca da temática escolhida. Em seguida, foi realizada a coleta de dados através da aplicação de questionários eletrônicos. Foram obtidos 74 respondentes entre setembro de 2022 a fevereiro de 2023. Os resultados revelam que os alimentos industrializados constituem a preferência por parte dos consumidores, levando em consideração a praticidade no consumo e a agilidade na aquisição. Além disso, foi observado a importância das estratégias de comunicação no processo de aquisição de alimentos industrializados. Conclui-se que a escolha do consumidor é pautada em produtos que entreguem maior segurança à saúde, o que gera a corrida das indústrias por investimentos em novas tecnologias que ofereçam ao consumidor satisfação e segurança, utilizando para isso as estratégias de  marketing a seu favor.
2022 SONQO-CALCHAQUÍ Program: Evaluation of Cardiovascular Variables in a Mid- and High Mountain Calchaquí Population of Tucumán
Authors: Galdeano Ricardo S. , Holownia Damián , Palavecino Darío O. , Abregú José , Benger Juan , Alderete Rodrigo , Vissani Sergio , Fiszman Luis , Majul Claudio , Joo Turoni Claudio
Published: July 2024

Background: The community of Quilmes (Tucumán) encompasses 2400 mid- and high mountain inhabitants (1800 to 4000 meters above sea level). In 2018, a study was carried out on their cardiovascular health status (2018 SONQO-CALCHAQUÍ Program). Objective: The aim of this study is to update and expand the survey carried out in 2018, to obtain a broader panorama of the cardiovascular health of this community. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in the Quilmes community, in people who voluntarily attended specially established clinics in September 2022. Questionnaires, laboratory tests, ECG, echocardiogram, anthropometric measurements, muscular resistance and strength tests were carried out. Results: A total of 186 patients (119 women and 67 men) aged 45.0±1.3 years attended the study. The prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors (hypertension 17.8%, smoking 14.1%, diabetes 4.9% and dyslipidemia 30.6%) was acceptable, but a high proportion of cases had not been examined in the last year. The diet consisted mainly of flour products, with little fresh fruit and vegetables. The prevalence of overweight (34.3%) and obesity (35.4%) was high. Forty percent of respondents had secondary or higher education. Good quality of life (69.5±1.1% of the maximum possible value of satisfaction on the self-perception scale) was reported. The Minimental Test average was 15.7±0.2 points. Prehensile strength in 55.8% of cases was below the normal range. Conclusions: The Quilmes population presents an acceptable physical condition, but with a high rate of overweight and obesity, due to the diet, a condition that should be considered in future health programs.
Impact of a Specifically Designed Model of Care in an Outpatient Coronary Angioplasty Program
Authors: Liberman Federico , Botto Fernando O. , Benzadon Mariano N. , Lamelas Pablo M. , Spaletra Pablo M. , Pedernera Gustavo O. , Ordoñez Santiago , Padilla Lucio T. , Belardi Jorge , Cura Fernando A.
Published: July 2024

Background: An outpatient model of care for percutaneous coronary procedures called Radial Lounge (RL) was designed at our center. Patients wear their own clothes throughout their stay, with no mobility restrictions and without fasting. Before and after the procedure, they remain in an armchair accompanied by a family member until discharge, without continuous monitoring, under the supervision of a nurse dedicated exclusively to this area. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the RL model of care, the same-day discharge (SDD) rate, patient experience, and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE): in-hospital mortality, overall mortality, and re-hospitalization at 30 days Methods: A retrospective observational cohort study was conducted at a cardiovascular center, including consecutively enrolled patients undergoing elective percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in the RL. Results: A total of 2102 elective PCI procedures were included under the RL model. The SDD rate was 85.3% in the first year of its implementation (2018) and reached 89% in 2022. Assessing patient experience, the average score obtained through the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey was 9.61/10. The rate of MACE was not higher than that reported in the literature. Conclusion: The PCI program in the RL proved to be a safe and effective model in our experience.
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy. Long-Term Evolution of Responder and Non-Responder Patients
Authors: Santillán María E. , Galizio Néstor O. , Amrein María E. , Favaloro Liliana E. , Renedo María F. , Carnero Guillermo A. , Mysuta Mauricio , González José L.
Published: July 2024

Background: Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is an effective treatment in patients with heart failure (HF), low left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and wide QRS. However, there are a percentage of these patients who are non-responders, implying worse clinical outcomes. Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the differences in echocardiographic parameters of reverse remodeling and event rates [hospitalization for heart failure (HHF), all-cause mortality (ACM), heart transplantation (HTX) and appropriate therapies (AT)] between responder vs. non-responder patients to CRT. Methods: A total of 343 patients with CRT, classified into responders and non-responders according to clinical and echocardiographic parameters, were included in the study. A 2-year follow-up was performed, in which reverse remodeling and the incidence of HHF, ACM, HTX and AT were evaluated. Results: Among the 343 patients, 17% were non-responders and 83% responders. At 6 and 12 months there were no significant differences in ventricular diameters, but significant differences in LVEF (p<0.001), with greater increase in responders. At 24 months, responders had smaller diastolic diameter (p=0.004), smaller systolic diameter (p=0.003) and higher LVEF (p<0.001). Non-responders had significantly higher incidence of HHF (p<0.001), HTX (p=0.001) and AT (p=0.002), and an excess of ACM at the limit of statistical significance (p= 0.056). Conclusions: Patients responding to CRT presented greater reverse remodeling and better clinical evolution, in accordance with the results of international observational studies.
Cerebral Ischemia and Reperfusion-Induced Changes in Left Ventricular Function and Electrocardiogram in Mice
Authors: Barbieri Ignacio P. , Franco Riveros Verena B. , Buchholz Bruno
Published: July 2024

Background: Stroke may produce functional and electrical heart disturbances. The underlying characteristics and mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. Objectives: To evaluate whether acute cerebral ischemia (I) and reperfusion (R) may cause cardiac dysfunction and electrocardiographic alterations in an experimental mice model. Methods: Male mice that underwent cerebral ischemia and reperfusion (I/R) were evaluated by electrocardiography (ECG) and echocardiography. Heart rate, corrected QT (QTc) interval, T-wave peak to T-wave end (Tp-Te) interval, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), shortening fraction (SF) and isovolumetric relaxation time (IVRT) were analyzed. Cerebral infarct size was calculated, and neurological deficit was assessed with the Longa scale. Results: Twenty-four hours after R, a statistically significant decrease in LVEF (I/R: 66.5±1.5% vs. sham: 74.3±0.9%; p=0.002) and in SF (I/R: 42.9±1.7% vs sham: 52.3±1.7%; p=0.004) was observed. QTc interval prolongation was observed during I/R (baseline: 125.1±4.3 ms; 60 min after I: 143.8±5.2 ms; 24 h after R: 170.3±5.8 ms; p=0.002). Tp-Te interval was not prolonged during I (baseline: 25.9±1.3 ms vs. 60 min after I: 23.8±1.4 ms; p=0.999) but it was prolonged during R (24 h after R: 32.0±2.3 ms; p=0.049). Cerebral infarct size was 34.9±2.5% and survival in the I/R group was 43.3%. Conclusion: Acute cerebral ischemia induces mild left ventricular dysfunction and disturbances in ventricular repolarization which intensify within the first 24 hours after reperfusion.
Corporate Taxation and Investment: Evidence from a Context of Frequent Tax Reforms
Authors: Melo-Becerra Ligia Alba ,   Banco de la República, Bogotá, Colombia, Ávila Javier , Ramos-Forero Jorge Enrique ,   Dirección de Impuestos y Aduanas Nacionales, Bogotá, Colombia,   Banco de la República, Bogotá, Colombia
Published: July 2024

The paper assesses the role of taxes on investment in Colombian firms. The research takes advantage of the Colombian context of frequent tax reforms, at least one reform every three years, during the period 2005-2014, and a unique panel data set from financial statements and corporation tax returns at the firm level. The effect of corporate taxation on investment is estimated by first determining the impact of taxation on the user cost of capital by computing the marginal effective tax rates at the firm level. Then, we estimate the impact of the cost of capital on investment. Estimations indicate that the corporate income tax elasticity of investment is on average –0.2 for the analyzed period, which is in the lower range when compared to other studies for developed countries
The Influence of Exposure and Attitude on YouTube’s Product Placement Advertising on Thai and Japanese Consumer Behavioral Responses
Authors: Ongkrutraksa Worawan
Published: July 2024

Technology has impacted people's lifestyles with the internet's expansion, and YouTube has emerged as a popular platform for product placement ads, especially in Japan and Thailand. However, concerns exist about their impact on audiences. Thus, training advertising professionals to handle such issues is crucial. This study aims to investigate the current state of product placement on YouTube in Thailand and Japan, a topic that has not been explored previously. This study analyzes product placement on YouTube in Thailand and Japan, and how cultural differences impact consumer behavior, norms, and attitudes. It also identifies factors that influence Thai and Japanese consumers' response to product placement on YouTube. This study utilized a quantitative approach to analyze data from 400 participants, comprising 200 Thai and 200 Japanese individuals who have experience in watching YouTube videos. The results of the multiple regression analysis indicate that "Consumer Ethnocentrism" has the greatest impact on the Thai sample group, while "Exposure" has the greatest impact on the Japanese sample group. Meanwhile, "Purchase Intention" has the most significant impact on the combined Thai and Japanese samples. This research provides insights for marketers, particularly concerning product placement on YouTube.
Molecular Diagnosis of Mycoplasma haemofelis and ‘Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum’ in Domestic Feline: A Case Report
Authors: Ferraz Alexsander , Barwaldt Eugênia Tavares , Ongaratto Renata Fontes , Bierhals Eduarda Santos , Lima Camila Moura de , Dallmann Paola Renata Joanol , Moreira Tiago Felipe Barbosa , Santos Rodrigo Leite dos , Cunha Rodrigo Casquero , Schuch Luiz Filipe Damé , Nobre Márcia de Oliveira , Nizoli Leandro Quintana
Published: July 2024

The aim of this work was to report the molecular diagnosis of Mycoplasma haemofelis and 'Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum' in a domestic feline. Mycoplasma spp. are pleomorphic bacteria that parasitize the surface of red blood cells in several domestic species, mainly cats, being responsible for feline mycoplasmosis, which can cause hemolytic anemia. Cats can become infected through blood transfusions, social interactions via fights and flea bites. In this report, the patient exhibited in the clinical exam, pale and icteric mucous membranes, and enlargement of the popliteal and submandibular lymph nodes. Based on the symptoms presented, a blood sample was collected to search for hemoparasites using blood smears and also molecular examination by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The blood smear revealed inclusions characteristic of Mycoplasma spp. Observed in red blood cells, and the diagnosis of mycoplasmosis was confirmed by PCR. This report highlights the importance of screening for hemoparasites in the feline clinical routine, with molecular tests being the most recommended due to their high sensitivity and specificity.
Agronomic Advances and Challenges of Chia Production in Kenya: A Review
Authors: Njoka Moses , Mwenda Cynthia Mugo , Masinde Peter , Kirigiah Richard , Kemboi Victor
Published: July 2024

Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) is an annual tropical plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. In Kenya, Chia has gained significant attention in recent years due to its nutritional benefits and increasing demand in the local and global market. This review aims to explore the potential of chia production in Kenya as a source of income for farmers. The review highlights the agronomic requirements of chia, including soil, water, and climate conditions, as well as practices necessary for successful cultivation. Chia production is becoming a favorite enterprise for most farmers in Kenya due to its ease of management and short growth period. However, a seamless production has been encountered by several challenges, including scarce information regarding its agronomic management practices, poor yielding varieties, emerging pests and diseases, and poor harvesting and post-harvesting techniques. The growing demand for chia globally presents an opportunity for Kenyan farmers to tap into this market and generate income through export. Chia, has the potential to become a new golden crop for Kenyan farmers, contributing to food security, poverty reduction, and sustainable development. However, to realize this potential, there is a need for investment in research, extension services, and market linkages to support chia production, improve agronomic practices, and create a sustainable market for the crop.
The Impact of Mid-Day Meal Scheme on the Nutritional and Educational Status among Rural School Children in Bihar, India
Authors: Pal Ankit , KR Ananda , Kumar Sunil , Gupta Sanjay Kumar , Sharma Anamika
Published: July 2024

In India, in particular in rural regions, the Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS) has been crucial in treating malnutrition and improving access to education for schoolchildren. The Mid-Day Meal Scheme's implementation and efficacy in the Bihar district of Arwal are both investigated in this study. this study highlights how significantly the Mid-Day Meal Scheme has improved the nutritional and academic outcomes of rural schoolchildren in Bihar while also highlighting areas that need more focus for programme improvement.
A representative sample of rural schools was used to gather data using a quantitative methodology. By using many sorts of indicators, including attendance, dropout rates, and academic achievement, the study evaluated the nutritional and educational status of children.
The result illustrate the benefits of the programme by showing improvements in height, weight, classroom hunger, enrollment, retention, attendance, and a decrease in dropout rates. On the other hand, assessments regarding academic ability and attention span were less favourable. When parents and instructors were asked about their opinions of the classroom hunger and attendance, both groups of people said that things had much improved. On the subject of academic achievement and attention span, differences were identified. The report highlights the need for additional study to fully comprehend the Mid-Day Meal Scheme's long-term effect.
Promoting Nutritional and Sustainable value of Shree Anna (Millets) in India
Authors: Kumari Niru , Pandey Amit Kumar , Singh Ashutosh
Published: July 2024

"Shree Anna (Millets)" stands out as a viable contender in the search for wholesome and sustainable food solutions because it presents a nuanced strategy for tackling today's global food issues as well as the agrarian and nutritional aspects of millets, highlighting their capacity to change perceptions about food production. When it comes to harsh growing conditions, millets—a "nutri-cereals" crop that is compliant with climate change regulations—perform better than other grains like wheat and rice. These grains are meant to provide enough food that is both sufficient and nutritious, while also maximizing climate resilience, minimizing resource demands, and adapting to a variety of ecological conditions. Millets are renowned for their excellent nutritional value, which includes increased concentrations of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, zinc, and B complex vitamins, as well as balanced amino acids, complex carbs with a low GI, dietary fiber, and high-quality unsaturated fat. Additionally, they have a lot of bioactive phytochemicals. Because of these qualities, millets have become a long-term substitute for sustainable food production methods, protecting farmers' livelihoods and food security. The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 2023 as the "International Year of Millets" in an effort to increase awareness of millets as a crop and to highlight the importance of nutrient-rich crops for climate resilient agriculture. According to this study, millet grains provide similar and beneficial levels of different nutrients to primary cereal grains.
Optimization of Popping Parameters and Nutritional Profiling of Kodo Millet Pops
Authors: Shirisha Ail. , Kumari B. Anila , Devi T. Sucharitha , Rani Neela
Published: July 2024

Aims: This study investigates the optimization of popping parameters to enhance the nutritional profile of Kodo millet pops
Study Design: Experimental design.
Place and Duration of Study: The present study was conducted During 2023-2024 at Department of Foods and Nutrition, Post Graduate and Research Centre (PGRC), Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad (India).
Methodology: Kodo millet analyzed for physical parameters viz.Popping capacity, Bulk density, True density, Expansion ratio and popped ratio. Functional properties of Kodo millet grains such as Water absorption capacity, water solubility index, oil absorption capacity; and nutritional properties like moisture, fat, ash, crude fiber, carbohydrates, protein, energy, Starch; Minerals like Sodium, potassium, Iron, Zinc, Calcium.
Results: The analysis revealed that in Kodo millet pops, physical parameters such as popping capacity, true density, and bulk density decreased. The popped ratio decreased notably for KM29 (14%, 18%, 22%), while the expansion ratio showed a decrease with increased moisture content. Functional properties like water solubility index and water absorption capacity significantly increased (p ≤ 0.05), whereas oil absorption capacity decreased significantly in KMC2514 (6.48%) and KMM2914 (78.70%).There was a significant decrease (p ≤ 0.05) in moisture content for KMM2914 (42.8%) and KMC2514 (50.5%), ash content for KMM2914 (7.6%) and KMC2514 (3.84%), crude fiber for KMM2914 (16.7%) and KMC2514 (15.6%), protein for KMM2914 (4.16%) and KMC2514 (0.41%), fat for KMC2514 (31.4%) and KMM2914 (30.81%), starch for KMM2914 (0.17%) and KMC2514 (0%), and energy for KMC2514 (5.73%) and KMM2914 (6.3%), whereas carbohydrate content increased significantly (p ≤ 0.05).Mineral analysis showed significant increases (p ≤ 0.05) in calcium, iron, zinc, and sodium content, while potassium content decreased significantly (p ≤ 0.05) in KMM2914 (50.57%) and KMC2514 (51.7%).
Effect of Seed Hardening and Foliar Application of Growth Substances on Morpho-biochemical Parameters of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.)
Authors: Patel K. U. , Macwan S. J. , Sakure A. A. , Chaudhary K. B.
Published: July 2024

Design with three replications was used for an experiment that included seed hardening as one factor with nine levels while foliar spray of Chlorocholine Chloride @500 mg/L as another factor with two levels. Leaf dry weight and stem dry were significantly maximum with GA3-150 mg/L seed hardening treatment. Meanwhile, total dry weight, protein content, oil content and anti-oxidant activity were found significantly higher in seed hardening with GA3-100 mg/L while these morphological parameters were found significantly positive result after application of foliar spray of CCC @500 mg/L as compared to control which helps to increases the quality of groundnut.
Evaluation of Different Genotypes of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) for Different Traits
Authors: Ram Sonu , Jha Aastik , Singh Anurag , Singh Abhishek , Luthra Suraj
Published: July 2024

The present study was conducted at the Main Experimental Station, Department of Vegetable Science, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj during the Zaid season of 2023. Planting material consisted of 30 genotypes of cucumber including one check namely Pusa Uday laid out in Completely Randomized Block Design with three replications. Evaluation was done for fourteen different traits viz., days to first male flower appear, days to first female flower appear, node number at which female flower appear, days to first fruit harvest, number of primary branches per plant, inter-nodal length, vine length, fruit length, fruit diameter, average fruit weight, T.S.S, number of fruit per plant, fruit yield per plant (kg), fruit yield per hectare (q). The genotypes NDCU-23-1 (143.13q) followed by NDCU-23-11 (135.90q) and NDCU-23-12 (131.53q) performed better than the check variety i.e. Pusa Uday in term of fruit yield per plant.
Association and Diversity Studies for Yield and Its Attributing Traits in Maize (Zea mays L.) Hybrids
Authors: Shettigar Nivedita , Katragadda Sumalini , Vivek Bindiganavile Sampath , Nair Sudha Krishnan , Soujanya P. Lakshmi
Published: July 2024

Present investigation was conducted in 144 maize hybrids of CIMMYT, Hyderabad along with 6 checks at ICRISAT, Hyderabad. The genotypes were evaluated for six quantitative traits that are plant height, ear height, anthesis days, silking days and grain yield. Correlation among the traits came to a conclusion that plant height and ear height are positively correlated with grain yield. Path analysis revealed there is highest direct association of plant height on grain yield and ear height had a highest indirect positive association with grain yield. Hence selection plant height and ear height days plays a vital role in increasing yield. Clustering of genotypes based on the six traits divide the germplasm into two clusters. 85 and 65 genotypes were found in each clusters. Clustering the genotypes based the quantitative traits revealed close relatedness between the genotypes. Knowledge on association and diversity identified in our study help in plant breeding process.