bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH WORK LIFE BALANCE, KEPUASAN KERJA, DAN STRES KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI
Authors: Adhitarma Anak Agung Bayu , Adnyani I Gusti Ayu Dewi
Published: November 2023

The rapid development of competition in the era of globalization makes employees required to work more and also work harder to achieve organizational goals and to place the organization in a competitive position. An imbalance arises in the work-life balance, a feeling of dissatisfaction in completing work, and pressure at work which causes work stress which can reduce employee performance. The purpose of this study was to test empirically the effect of work-life balance, job satisfaction, and work stress on employee performance. This research was conducted at the Department of Population and Civil Registration of Denpasar with a total sample of 125 employees which consist of 49 contracted employees and 76 non contracted employee using multiple regression analysis techniques. The results of the study show that work - life balance has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Job satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Work stress has a negative and significant effect on employee performance. Theoretical implications based on Abraham Malow's Hierarchy of Needs theory, show that work - life balance is an aspect of balance needed in human social activities, job satisfaction shows being able to fulfill all the needs of the theory, and work stress is a form of employee failure in dealing with pressure and in managing time. Practical implications can be taken into consideration and input for the head management Department of Population and Civil Registration of Denpasar in improving employee performance by considering work - life balance, job satisfaction, work stress.

Keywords : Employee Performance; Work – Life Balance; Job Satisfaction; Job Stress
PERAN KEPUASAN PELANGGAN DALAM MEMEDIASI PENGARUH KUALITAS LAYANAN TERHADAP LOYALITAS PELANGGAN
Authors: Amerta Ketut Alit , Warmika I Gde Ketut
Published: November 2023

Perkembangan pesat dalam industri percetakan mendorong peningkatan kebutuhan masyarakat terhadap layanan cetak, termasuk pemanfaatan cetakan sebagai media periklanan oleh berbagai industri kecil. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji peran mediasi kepuasan pelanggan dalam hubungan antara kualitas layanan dan loyalitas pelanggan di Percetakan Prima Grafika. Metodologi penelitian ini melibatkan 100 responden sebagai sampel yang dipilih menggunakan metode non probability sampling, khususnya purposive sampling. Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa kualitas layanan memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan. Kualitas layanan juga memiliki dampak positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan pelanggan. Kepuasan pelanggan juga terbukti memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan. Temuan ini mendukung gagasan bahwa kepuasan pelanggan berperan sebagai variabel mediasi dalam pengaruh kualitas layanan terhadap loyalitas pelanggan di industri percetakan. Implikasi dari temuan ini adalah perlunya perhatian yang lebih besar terhadap kualitas layanan dan kepuasan pelanggan untuk memperkuat loyalitas pelanggan serta memastikan kesinambungan bisnis di tengah persaingan yang semakin ketat.

Kata kunci: Kepuasan Pelanggan; Kualitas Layanan; Loyalitas Pelanggan
Penerapan Sistem Pre-Order dalam Pemasaran Komoditi Hortikultura Cabai (Studi Kasus pada Pasar Sub Terminal Agribisnis Baturiti di Kecamatan Baturiti, Kabupaten Tabanan)
Authors: SARDI ANTONIUS JULIAN ARIE , SUSRUSA KETUT BUDI , ANGGRENI I. G. A. A. LIES
Published: November 2023

Application of Pre-Order System in Marketing of Chili Horticultural Commodities

The agricultural sector has an important role in the Indonesian economy. One of the agricultural sub-sectors that is needed in daily life in relation to cooking spices is chili (Capsicum annum L). Chili is very much needed so it should always be available in sufficient quantities and at an affordable price.The purpose of this study: (1) to find out the pre-order system applied at Pasar STA Baturiti, Tabanan Regency, (2) to know the marketing channels for chili horticultural commodities and farmer's share in marketing the pre-order system at Pasar STA Baturiti, Baturiti District, Tabanan Regency. This research is descriptive qualitative. This research was conducted at Pasar STA Baturiti, Baturiti District, Tabanan Regency. This research is secondary data. Data collection was done by interview method and documentation method. Respondents in this study were farmers and collectors of chili horticultural commodities in Pasar STA Baturiti. This research has found that the pre-order system in purchasing chili can be implemented by having to meet the related requirements and conditions. These terms and conditions include: farmers and buyers have a good relationship and trust each other, farmers have the ability to fulfill orders that have been placed by buyers, and there is an agreement that binds both parties, including: the number of chilies ordered, the time the chili is delivered, the quality , prices and terms of payment. Marketing channels play an important role in the chili sales process so that it reaches consumers. There are two types of chili marketing channels at Pasar STA Baturiti. The channels are Farmers – Pre-order traders – Retailers – consumers  and Farmers – Wholesalers – Retailers - consumers. Sales with a pre-order system provide acceptance for farmers at the ideal farmer's share level. The percentage of farmer's share in this study was 82.97%.
Analisis Tingkat Kesejahteraan Keluarga Nelayan (Studi Kasus di Kelompok Nelayan “Tapang Kembar” Kelurahan Sanur, Kecamatan Denpasar Selatan)
Authors: SIWI AVENTIA SELANIKA RIFANI , ANTARA MADE , ANGGRENI I.G.A.A LIES
Published: November 2023

Analysis Welfare Level of Fishermen’s Families (Case Studies in the Fishing Group “Tapang Kembar” Sanur Village, South Denpasar District)

Sanur is a popular local and international tourist destination with numerous small store and restaurants selling seafood. However, due to visiting limitations imposed during the pandemic, people's purchasing ability for catches and tourist attractions has been limited. This has a negative influence on the livelihoods of people, particularly the "Tapang Kembar" fishing community. This research was to know (1) Fisherman Income (2) The Level of Welfare of Fishermen’s Families (Case Studies in the Fishing Group “Tapang Kembar” Sanur Village, South Denpasar District). This research was carried out in a group of fishermen “tapang kembar” Sanur Village, South Denpasar District, location determination is done intentionally (purposive). The respondents in this study were 35 tradisional fishermen who used fishing rods and nets. For one year, a fisherman's family's income depends on fishing and no fishing revenue. The level of welfare of fishermen family is analyzed by criteria the central agency statistics 2018.The results showed that the income obtained by fishermen for one year was Rp 47.550.941. The income contributions of the fishing industry (on fishing) amount to 96,81% from the income of tradisional fisherman and contributions from businesses outside the fisheries sector is 3,18%. The monthly income of the fisherman's families in Sanur Village's "Tapang Kembar" fishing group is Rp 3.962.578. According to the criteria of the 2018 statistical center agency, there are 28 fishing families with a percentage of 80% belonging to prosperous families and seven fishing families with a percentage of 20% belonging to not prosperous families.
Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Produktivitas Tenaga Kerja Penyadap Karet PT Melania Indonesia Mas Estate (Studi Kasus di PT Melania Indonesia Mas Estate Desa Mainan, Kecamatan Sembawa, Kabupaten Banyuasin, Provinsi Sumatera Selatan
Authors: DAMANIK ELVRIDA PRIMAYANTI , SUSRUSA KETUT BUDI , ARISENA GEDE MEKSE KORRI
Published: November 2023

Factors Affecting Labor Productivity of Rubber Tapping PT. Melania Indonesia Mas Estate (Case Study at PT Melania Indonesia Mas Estate Toy Village, Sembawa District, Banyuasin Regency, South Sumatra)

This study aims to determine the productivity of the tapping labor force and the factors that influence the productivity of the rubber tapping workforce of PT Melania Indonesia. This analysis uses independent variables, namely wages, work experience and incentives. The dependent variable is the productivity of tapping labor. The sample of this research is the rubber tapper workers of PT Melania Indonesia as many as 78 respondents. Statistical method using Multiple Linear Regression Analysis using SPSS 24 program, with hypothesis testing statistical test t. The results of the analysis of data from the t test showed that the wage variable (X1) had a positive and significant effect on productivity with a Sig value of 0.009 <0.05, the work experience variable (X2) and incentives (X3) also had a positive and significant effect on productivity with a Sig value. 0.000 < 0.05 and 0.000 < 0.05. The magnitude of the coefficient of determination R2 is 0.950. This means that the tapping labor productivity variable is influenced by the variables of wages, work experience and incentives by 95%. The conclusion of this study is that the variables of wages, work experience and incentives are factors that affect the productivity of rubber tappers in PT Melania Indonesia's plantation. In this case, plantation companies are expected to pay attention to stability in the provision of wages, work experience and incentives, this is because these variables are the driving factors that affect the workforce in achieving company goals.
Analisis Kinerja Keuangan KSU Sri Nadi Bersama Sebelum dan Selama Masa Pandemi Covid 19 di Kota Denpasar, Bali
Authors: GUNAWAN GUFRAN RIZALDY DANANG , DEWI RATNA KOMALA , DJELANTIK A.A. AYU WULANDIRA SAWITRI
Published: November 2023

Analysis of Financial Performance of KSU Sri Nadi Bersama Before and During the Covid 19 Pandemic

The concept of creating shared value is a business sustainability practice that has the nature to provide strengthening and independence of the surrounding environment. This consensus has been implemented by cooperatives in accordance with its function that gathers weak economic strength to become the lifeblood of the economy and strengthen the economic life of the nation. However, the Covid 19 pandemic has proven to have a bad effect on the micro to maceoeconomics. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the financial performance of KSU Sri Nadi Bersama Denpasar before and during the Covid 19 pandemic. The study used primary data in the form of monthly financial statements and primary data through interviews. The data analysis techniques used are descriptive analysis and paired t test on financial performance liquidity ratio, solvency ratio, profitability ratio and activity ratio. The results showed that there was a significant difference in liquidity ratio and solvency ratio in the pre-Covid 19 pandemic when compared to during the Covid 19 outbreak. Profitability ratios and activity ratios that showed no significant difference in financial performance in the period before and during the Covid 19 outbreak.
Dampak Aktivitas PLTU Celukan Bawang terhadap Kehidupan Sosial Ekonomi Masyarakat Pesisir Desa Celukan Bawang Kecamatan Gerokgak Kabupaten Buleleng
Authors: WIBAWA I MADE ANGGRESMA GUNA , DARMAWAN DWI PUTRA , WIDHIANTHINI WIDHIANTHINI
Published: November 2023

The Impact of Celukan Bawang Power Plant Activities on the Socio-Economic Life of the Coastal Community of Celukan Bawang Village Gerokgak District Buleleng Regency

PLTU Celukan Bawang is a steam power plant that was built in Celukan Bawang Village, Gerokgak District, Buleleng Regency, Bali Province. This PLTU was built to meet the need for electrical energy in Bali which continues to increase every year along with the development of the tourism sector and digitalization in various sectors of people's lives. The purpose of this study was to analyze the impact of the PLTU Celukan Bawang activity on the social and economic life of the coastal communities of Celukan Bawang, the majority of whom work as fishermen along the coast of Celukan Bawang. This type of research is descriptive with a survey method through questionnaires and in-depth interviews with the main informants. The analysis technique of this research is descriptive percentage. The results of this study indicate the impact of the company's activities on aspects of the social and economic life of the coastal village community, the majority of whom work as fishermen. These impacts include income, education, job opportunities, and results from MSMEs in the surrounding community. Based on this research, the Celukan Bawang PLTU and the local government are expected to pay more attention to the welfare aspect, especially for the fishermen around where they are the group most affected by the company's daily activities. This can be done by providing assistance in the form of fishing gear or in the form of special trainings on a regular basis so that the fishing communities there can also experience direct benefits from the company. In addition, for the people in coastal villages to pay more attention to the educational aspects of their children.
Analisis Pendapatan Peternak Ayam Broiler di Kecamatan Ringinrejo Kabupaten Kediri
Authors: MUFIDA ILMI , SUDARMA I MADE , DEWI RATNA KOMALA
Published: November 2023

Income Analysis of Broiler Breeders in Ringinrejo District, Kediri Regency

A lot of broiler chicken farming businesses experience up and down. Breeders don't always get high profits. The purpose of this study is to analyze the quantity of income and to analyze the product factors that influence the quantity of product of broiler farms for partnership and independent patterns in Ringinrejo District, Kediri Regency. The research is conducted in Selodono and Sambi Village, Ringinrejo District, Kediri Regency, East Java Province. The types of data used are qualitative and quantitative data sourced from primary data and secondary data. The method of data collection is carried out by observation and interview. The results show that the partnership pattern receives lower income for each kg chicken than the independent pattern, which is Rp 1.068,00 while the independent pattern is Rp 3.099,00. Furthermore, the result of the analysis shows that the quantity of DOC and the quantity of feed partially have a positive and significant effect on the quantity of product, while the area of the cage has a negative and significant effect. The other variables partially have no significant effect on the quantity of product. The independent pattern of broiler farming is more profitable because income of the independent pattern is higher than the partnership pattern. Before starting production, breeders have to look at the market conditions to find out the purchase price and the selling price of livestock.
Pengaruh Segmenting, Targeting dan Positioning terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Teh Organik Brew Me
Authors: NADIARINI MADE RIZKI SRI , ANTARA MADE , ARTINI NI WAYAN PUTU
Published: November 2023

The Influence of Segmenting, Targeting and Positioning Strategies on Purchase Decisions for Brew Me Organic Tea Products

Segmenting, Targeting and Positioning are elements of a marketing strategy that are used to help plan the right product marketing for a product. This is what Brew Me has done in formulating its marketing strategy in dealing with the problems it has, namely the decline in sales of Brew Me products in the Horeca segment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This study then aims to analyze the effect of segmenting, targeting, and positioning on purchasing decisions using the Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) approach. The sample in this study was 200 respondents who were consumers of Brew Me. The results showed that the segmenting, targeting, and positioning variables had a significant influence on consumer decisions as evidenced by the p-values ??of each variable having a value of 0.000; 0.007; 0.000 with a standard error of 5%. This result means that if the implementation of indicators in the segmenting, targeting, and positioning variables is getting better, it will be able to improve the purchasing decisions of Brew Me consumers as well. The advice that can be given is to maintain the strategy that has been made by Brew Me, then Brew Me also needs to pay attention to the latest trends that are tailored to the product so that Brew Me products are more easily recognized by consumers in the retail, online and e-commerce markets.
Perilaku Petani dalam Budidaya Tanaman Kakao (Subak-Abian Asagan di Kecamatan Selemadeg Timur Kabupaten Tabanan)
Authors: JAYA MARSELINA SUNARTI , PUTRA I GEDE SETIAWAN ADI , SARJANA I MADE
Published: November 2023

Farmers Behavior in Cultivating Subak-Abian Asagan Cocoa Crops (in Selemadeg Timur District, Tabanan Regency)

Agriculture is a sector that plays an important role in building the national economy. Knowing the attitude of farmers in cacao cultivation in Subak Abian Asagan, Gadungan Village, East Selemadeg District. Knowing the skills of farmers in cacao cultivation in Subak Abian Asagan, Gadungan Village, East Selemadeg District. This research was conducted in Subak Abian Asagan, Gadungan Village, East Selemadeg District, Tabanan Regency. The location of this study was chosen by purposive sampling or intentionally, carried out from April to May 2021, the sample in this study was determined by the random sampling method, where the total population was 60 with a sample of 38 cocoa farmers. Subak Abian Asagan, Gadungan Village, Selemadeg Timur, Tabanan Regency already has knowledge that is classified as high category in terms of cacao cultivation. Subak Abian Asagan, Gadungan Village, Selemadeg Timur, Tabanan Regency already has an attitude that is classified as very good in terms of cacao cultivation. Based on the results of the research and the conclusions above, the following suggestions can be given: The knowledge of Subak Abian Asagan, East Gadungan Village, Tabanan Regency continues to be improved, especially regarding paying attention to soil texture in the cocoa cultivation process and ideal cocoa spacing, as well as disease management. rotten fruit that can inhibit the growth of cocoa plants. The attitude of members of Subak Abian Asagan, Gadungan Village, Selemadeg Timur, Tabanan Regency needs to be improved again with attitudes about differences.
Dampak Adanya Industri Mente (CV. Mente Bali Sejahtera) terhadap Kondisi Sosial Ekonomi Petani Jambu Mente di Desa Ban, Kecamatan Kubu, Kabupaten Karangasem
Authors: MAHADEWI NI LUH PUTU SRI , DIARTA I KETUT SURYA , DEWI NI LUH PRIMA KEMALA
Published: November 2023

Impact of Cashew Industry (CV. Mente Bali Sejahtera) on Socio Economic Conditions of Cashew Farmers in Ban Village, Kubu District, Karangasem Regency

The existence of cashew industry (CV. Mente Bali Sejahtera) in Ban Village has slowly raised the social economic status of the community, especially farmers and alleviated poverty in Ban Village. Ban village is a dry area with clean water being very difficult to obtain. Such natural conditions make the people here work as cashew farmers. The purpose of the study was to analyze the impact of the cashew industry (CV. Mente Bali Sejahtera) on the socio-economic conditions of cashew farmers in Ban Village. The analytical method used is descriptive qualitative and quantitative using a before after approach, research instruments in the form of interview guidelines and questionnaires. The results showed that the impact of the cashew industry (CV. Mente Bali Sejahtera) on the economic conditions of farmers in Ban Village was an increase in income from before. Increased income has an impact on the ability of farmers to improve housing conditions so that they become more feasible and comfortable, and are able to create business opportunities so that they can provide other financial benefits. The impact of industry on social conditions shows that social interaction remains well established but there is a decrease in the intensity of meeting within the family because more interactions are carried out at night after work. The fulfillment of consumption and ownership of living facilities in the household has increased and the knowledge and skills of farmers are increasing. Suggestions that can be given are for farmers to pay more attention to their agriculture so that they can produce superior quality cashew nuts and the industry to pay attention to the comfort of the community to avoid conflicts.
Peranan Komoditas Jagung terhadap Perekonomian Wilayah Kabupaten Karo
Authors: MILALA SELLY PRASANTA BR , AMBARAWATI I GUSTI AGUNG AYU , DEWI RATNA KOMALA
Published: November 2023

Analysis of the Role of Corn Commodities in the Economy of the Karo Regency

Corn is one of the world's most important food crops, besides wheat and rice. Karo Regency has the highest corn production in North Sumatra Province.The purposes of this study are (1) to examine whether corn is a basic commodity in Karo Regency; (2) to analyze Karo Regency's revenue from corn; and (3) to examine the role of corn in the economy of Karo Regency. This research is descriptive and quantitative. This research was conducted in Karo Regency. This research uses secondary data. Data collection is done by documentation and analyzed using Location Quotient, Dynamic Location Quotient, Shift Share, and Acceptance methods. The results showed that corn is a basic commodity with a value of LQ > 1 and will remain a basic commodity in the future with a value of DLQ > 1. Karo Regency's revenue from corn commodities from the year of observation fluctuated, namely in 2016 it decreased by 11% and increased in 2017 by 18%. In 2018, it again decreased by 6% and experienced a fairly large increase in 2019, which was 29%. Corn commodities in Karo Regency have an important role in the economy of the Karo Regency area, including opportunities to increase people's purchasing power for processed corn products, both for food and feed products. The Karo Regency government can provide necessary counseling and assistance to farmers to increase corn commodity production in Karo Regency, which, in the end, can increase the wealth or ability of Karo Regency to carry out regional development.
Analisis Risiko Usahatani Buah Naga pada Kelompok Tani Pucangsari di Desa Jambewangi Kecamatan Sempu Kabupaten Banyuwangi
Authors: PANGESTU DEVILENIA SRIWAHYUNINGRAT , SUDARMA I MADE , DEWI RATNA KOMALA
Published: November 2023

Risk Analysis of Dragon Fruit Farming in Pucangsari Farmers Group in Jambewangi Village Sempu District Banyuwangi Regency

Dragon fruit is one of the leading commodities in Banyuwangi Regency, East Java. One of the dragon fruit producing villages in Banyuwangi is Jambewangi Village. The purpose of the study are to analyze the increase in dragon fruit farming income, to find sources of risk, and to analyze the risk of production, price and income in the Pucangsari Farmer Group, Jambewangi Village, Sempu District, Banyuwangi Regency. This research used quantitative and qualitative analysis. The results shows that the average income of dragon fruit farmers is IDR 24,756,575,7/year with an average land area of 0,7 hectares. In general, the low risk level is evidenced by the value of KV production of 0,08, price of 0,01, income of 0,07, meaning that farmers avoid the risk of production, price and income in dragon fruit farming. Through this research, this is suggest to dragon fruit farmers who are members of the Pucangsari Farmer's Group to form agricultural cooperatives, the government expects to help provide training in processing dragon fruit into various products that can increase the selling value of dragon fruit in harvest season and for further researchers, it is hoped that they can conduct research on risk management strategies for dragon fruit farming so that the results of the discussion become more complete from this research.
Perilaku Nasabah terhadap Adanya Layanan Anjungan Tunai Mandiri (ATM) di LPD Desa Adat Beraban, Kecamatan Kediri, Kabupaten Tabanan
Authors: PRADNYAYANTI NI PUTU WULAN MANIKA , SUAMBA I KETUT , SUSRUSA KETUT BUDI
Published: November 2023

Customer Behavior Against the Presence of Automated Teller Machines (ATM) at Local Credit Institution (LPD) of Beraban Village, Kediri District, Tabanan Regency

Local Credit Institutions (LPD) are non-bank financial institutions organized by local governments and are autonomous and oriented towards strengthening the economic and socio-cultural life of indigenous peoples in Bali. Increasing profits and progress made in LPD make it always carry out the latest innovations in products to be marketed. Technological developments are becoming very global with regard to the efficiency and ability of banks to earn non-interest income in the future. One of the information technology innovations that play a very important role in the banking world is ATM services. With the ATM service in the LPD, it will certainly make it easier for people to make transactions. The existence of this ATM service, of course, has to look at how the community will behave towards the latest innovations from the LPD. Behaviors are specific actions directed at some target object. While the desire to behave is a proposition that connects itself with future actions. This study aims to analyze customer behavior towards the existence of ATM services in terms of three indicators, namely the level of customer knowledge, customer attitudes, and customer actions. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data. Primary data collection was obtained directly by researchers through observation, interviews and filling out questionnaires submitted to customers at the Beraban Village LPD as many as 100 respondents with a stratified random sampling technique, namely respondents were grouped into three groups based on customer balances. The overall analysis carried out is for the variable knowledge either or know about ATM. For the variable of customer attitudes towards ATM. are in the good category, meaning that customers have a very good attitude towards the existence of ATM. In the action variable, the customer already has a very good action on the existence of an ATM. From the results of a thorough analysis obtained, it is stated that customer behavior regarding the emergence of new innovations created by LPD to assist customer transactions in the form of ATM is good, where customers use and receive many benefits from the available ATM.
Analisis Daya Saing Komoditas Bawang Merah di Desa Songan B Kecamatan Kintamani Kabupaten Bangli
Authors: CHRISTHOPER MICHAEL GEORGE , YUDHARI I DEWA AYU SRI , DEWI IDA AYU LISTIA
Published: November 2023

Analysis of the competitiveness of the shallot commodity in Songan B Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency

Shallots are one of the commodities in horticulture sector. Shallots have been one of the main commodities of horticultural products cultivated by farmers in Indonesia for a long time. Shallots have long been cultivated by people in Bali specially in Bangli Regency. The purpose of this study was to determine how much competitiveness the shallot commodity has in Songan B Village, by calculating the amount of competitive advantage and comparatif advantage. Sample determination technique using Purposive Sampling technique. Sample that use in this research is farmer of Songan B village who are working on farming a who cultivating shallots selected with a total of 46 shallot farmers. Data collection was carried out from August to October 2022 in Songan B Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency. The analytical tools used to calculate competitive and comparative advantages are Policy Analysis Matrix with Private Cost Ratio and Domestic Resources Cost as indicators. Research results shows that shallots farming in Songan B Village has competitiveness in the form of competitive advantage and comparatif advantage, and also can compete nationally and globally, with a PCR indicator worth 0.225674947 which means it has a competitive advantage, and the DRC indicator is worth 0.323329213 which means it has a comparative advantage.
STRICTURE AND MEGAESOPHAGEAL IN LOCAL CATS
Authors: Adiwinata Putu Diva , Widyastuti Sri Kayati
Published: November 2023

The esophagus is part of the digestive system which is between the oropharynx and the stomach of the animal. The condition characterized by reduced or absent esophageal motility is called megaesophagus. Megaesophagus causes accumulation of ingesta, dilatation of the esophageal lumen, and regurgitation of feed (which is often mistaken for vomiting by cat owners). The aim of this study was to treat a female cat, 9 months old, weighing 3.2 kg was diagnosed with stricture and megaesophagus. The cat was brought in with vomiting several times after eating since seven days after the ovariohysterectomy surgery. Clinical examination showed that the cat experienced regurgitation and increased respiratory rate. Supporting examinations such as a complete hematological examination were carried out with the result leukocytosis. Radiographic examination in the form of x-rays show that there is stricture and dilatation in the esophageal area. Cats are handled by feeding them with an upright position for about 20-30 minutes. Treatment is by administering the antibiotic cefotaxime sodium (Cefotaxim sodium®, PT. Dankos Farma, Jakarta, Indonesia) intravenously at a dose of 20 mg/kg IV two times a day, administering the anti-inflammatory drug Dexamethasone at a dose of 0.125 mg/kg by injection, administering antiemetic drugs Ondansetron 0.2 mg/kgBW intravenously and Ranitidine HCl at a dose of 2 mg/kgBW intravenously. The cat's condition did not show any improvement during the treatment which was carried out after 7 days, therefore it was decided that euthanasia would be the best choice.
CHRONIC RHINITIS WITH BRONCHITIS INDICATION IN MALE PERSIAN CAT
Authors: Putra Gusti Agung Rama Wiratama , Jayanti Putu Devi , Soma I Gede
Published: November 2023

Cats are animals that are often used as pets. Cats are prone to disease in their respiratory system. The aim of this study was to examine the case of respiratory tract diseases that often occur in cats are rhinitis and bronchitis, namely inflammation of one or more bronchi. Examination was carried out on a pet at the Veterinary Internal Medicine Laboratory, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Udayana University. The animal examined was a 4 years old male Persian cat with a body weight of 3 kg, with complaints of runny nose and sneezing. The results of clinical examination showed that the cat experienced bradycardia, hypothermia and bradypnea, swelling and redness of the nose. The results of the hematological examination showed the occurrence of hypochromic macrocytic anemia and radiographic examination showed inflammation of the bronchi which was characterized by a bronchial pattern and also pulmonary vein distension which was indicated by a vascular pattern. Case animals were diagnosed with chronic rhinitis with indications of bronchitis and were treated with the antibiotic azithromycin (10 mg/kg BW; q24 hours; PO), the anti-inflammatory drug meloxicam (0.1 mg/kg BW; q24 hours; PO), and bromhexine hydrochloride (1 mg/ kg BW; q24 hours; PO) and change of feed to wet feed. Treatment of case cats for 10 days showed better clinical conditions as indicated by a decrease in the frequency of sneezing and no runny nose was found. To treat rhinitis, the selection of an antibacterial agent should ideally be based on the results of a culture of runny nose and further observation is needed because an indication of bronchitis was found on the radiographic examination results.
COMPLEX DERMATITIS CAUSED BY INFECTION OF SARCOPTES SCABIEI, DEMODEX SPP. AND MALASSEZIA SPP. IN A MIX DOG
Authors: Ningrum Adek Livia Yunita , Putriningsih Putu Ayu Sisyawati , Suartha I Nyoman
Published: November 2023

Complex dermatitis is dermatitis caused by a combination of infections from various things such as fungi, ectoparasites, bacteria and congenital diseases simultaneously to cause clinical signs in the form of a combination of primary and secondary lesions. This case describes complex dermatitis caused by a combined infection of Sarcoptes scabiei, Demodex sp and Malassezia sp simultaneously. A mixed breed dog named Baby, 1.5 years old female, was brought in with complaints of itching, erythema, hair loss and alopecia since 1 month ago after being prohibited from mating by the owner. Clinical examination showed primary and secondary lesions scattered throughout the body. Investigations such as skin scraping and skin tape (Sitology) show an infection from the ectoparasite Demodex sp. Sarcoptes scabiei, and Malassezia sp. Causative therapy in the form of giving ivermectin (400 mcg/kgBB) and bathing therapy with sulfur shampoo was carried out in addition to supportive therapy to improve the dog's condition. On the 14th day after therapy, the dog's condition was reported to have improved and fine hair began to grow. The conclusion of this case, complex dermatitis that occurs in case dogs is caused by infection with Demodex sp, Sarcoptes scabiei, and Malassezia sp. in which the therapy given in the form of causative and supportive therapy was quite effective because the dog began to show improvement in its condition after 14 days post-therapy. The advice given in this case is that it is necessary to separate sick dogs from healthy dogs, improve feed for skin, maintaining the condition of the dog so that it’s not easily stressed and providing routine therapy as recommended by the doctor.
BRONCHOPNEUMONIA IN DOMESTIC CAT
Authors: Reston Uni , Putriningsih Putu Ayu Sisyawati , Suartha I Nyoman
Published: November 2023

Bronchopneumonia is a part of pneumonia that is often observed in veterinary medicine which is usually caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi and foreign bodies. This case describes cases of bronchopneumonia caused by bacteria, and describes the causes of the disease based on physical examination and supporting examinations in order to determine clinical symptoms and treatment management that can be given to cats. A local cat named Momo, female, aged 2 years, was brought in with complaints of sneezing and coughing for 3 weeks and sometimes had a mucopurulent discharge in the morning and started to get worse 1 week before the examination. Physical examination showed that the cat's nose secreted a mucopurulent discharge accompanied by a serous discharge in the eye area, the cat looked short of breath and heard a sound when auscultated crackles. Investigation with X-ray showed a picture radiopaque in the pulmonary area and the spread of spots in the bronchial area, routine hematological examination showed that the case cat had normochromic normocytic anemia and thrombocytopenia and when carrying out a cytological test bacteria with round chracteristics like grape stands was found. Causative therapy in the form of antibioticsAmoxicillin trihydrate with a dose of 5 mg/kg BW per oral (PO) of 1 mL twice a day for one week and supportive therapy was given multivitamins with administration of 1 mL once a day for 1 week and after being evaluated the treatment was continued with the administration of clavulanic acid. Evaluation on the 7th and 14th day after treatment showed a change in clinical symptoms indicating a change in nasal discharge which was previously mucopurulent to mucus and there was no discharge in the eyes and there was no sneezing and coughing and there were still small white spots on the lungs.
Dissemination of a Pediatric Musculoskeletal POCUS Scoring System via Virtual Education: A Proof-of-Concept Study
Authors: Esteban Ysabella , Rodriguez-Smith Jackeline , Tominna Marie , Cassedy Amy , Meyers Arthur B. , Henrickson Michael , Ting Tracy , Vega-Fernandez Patricia
Published: November 2023

Point of care pediatric musculoskeletal POCUS scanning and scoring protocols for childhood arthritis have emerged in recent years. However, pediatric musculoskeletal POCUS curricula in rheumatology fellowship programs are limited due to availability of trained faculty and resources. This proof-of-concept study investigated the effectiveness of educational methods for a pediatric musculoskeletal POCUS scoring protocol among fellows and physicians of differing subspecialties. Educational methods assessed included recorded videos and virtual review sessions. Effectiveness was assessed by calculating interrater reliability for the musculoskeletal POCUS scoring systems using the intra-class correlation coefficient (ICC). Following training sessions, participants then underwent scoring exercise(s) until the goal of an excellent ICC ≥ 0.75 was reached. Four participants completed two rounds of virtual education, review, and scoring sessions. Excellent interrater reliability was achieved for most views. This proof-of-concept study demonstrated virtual education covering advanced concepts of pediatric musculoskeletal POCUS provides a knowledge base for physicians from different subspecialties and various experience.
Handheld Lung Ultrasound to Detect COVID-19 Pneumonia in Inpatients: A Prospective Cohort Study
Authors: Heyne Thomas , Negishi Kay , Choi Daniel , Al Saud Ahad , Marinacci Lucas , Smithedajkul Patrick , Devaraj Lily , Little Brent , Mendoza Dexter , Flores Efren , Petranovic Milena , Toal Steven , Shokoohi Hamid , Liteplo Andrew , Geisler Benjamin
Published: November 2023

Background: Chest imaging, including chest X-ray (CXR) and computed tomography (CT), can be a helpful adjunct to nucleic acid test (NAT) in the diagnosis and management of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Lung point of care ultrasound (POCUS), particularly with handheld devices, is an imaging alternative that is rapid, highly portable, and more accessible in low-resource settings. A standardized POCUS scanning protocol has been proposed to assess the severity of COVID-19 pneumonia, but it has not been sufficiently validated to assess diagnostic accuracy for COVID-19 pneumonia.  Purpose: To assess the diagnostic performance of a standardized lung POCUS protocol using a handheld POCUS device to detect patients with either a positive NAT or a COVID-19-typical pattern on CT scan.  Methods: Adult inpatients with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 and a recent CT were recruited from April to July 2020. Twelve lung zones were scanned with a handheld POCUS machine. Images were reviewed independently by blinded experts and scored according to the proposed protocol. Patients were divided into low, intermediate, and high suspicion based on their POCUS score.  Results: Of 79 subjects, 26.6% had a positive NAT and 31.6% had a typical CT pattern. The receiver operator curve for POCUS had an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.787 for positive NAT and 0.820 for a typical CT. Using a two-point cutoff system, POCUS had a sensitivity of 0.90 and 1.00 compared to NAT and typical CT pattern, respectively, at the lower cutoff; it had a specificity of 0.90 and 0.89 compared to NAT and typical CT pattern at the higher cutoff, respectively.  Conclusions: The proposed lung POCUS protocol with a handheld device showed reasonable diagnostic performance to detect inpatients with a positive NAT or typical CT pattern for COVID-19. Particularly in low-resource settings, POCUS with handheld devices may serve as a helpful adjunct for persons under investigation for COVID-19 pneumonia.
Kentlerde Yeşil Alanların Yeterliliğinin ve I-Tree Canopy ile Hava Kalitesine Olan Katkılarının Belirlenmesi: Denizli Merkez İlçeleri ve Kent Merkezi Örneği
Authors: Doğan Duygu , Zengin Murat , Özdede Sinem , Yılmaz Fırat Çağlar
Published: November 2023

Çalışmanın amacı Denizli kent merkezi ve yakın çevresinde bulunan yeşil alanların yeterliliğinin ve kentin hava kalitesini arttırmaya yönelik sağladığı hizmetlerinin ölçülmesidir. Bu bağlamda çalışma alanı olarak Denizli merkez ilçeleri (Pamukkale ve Merkezefendi) ve kent merkezinde yer alan yeşil alanlar değerlendirme kapsamında ele alınmıştır. Yeşil alanların yeterliliği; alanın erişilebilirliği ve mahallelerin nüfus oranı çerçevesinde irdelenmiştir. Öte yandan yeşil alanların, hava kalitesinin bazı kriterleri üzerinde sağladığı faydalar “i-Tree Canopy” yazılımı aracılığıyla tahmin edilmiştir. Analiz sonuçlarına aktif yeşil alanlardan sadece iki tanesine erişilememektedir. Çalışma alanı sınırları içerisinde bulunan 111 mahalle içerisinde sadece 11 mahallede kişi başına düşen yeşil alan miktarının yeterli sınırın üzerine çıktığı tespit edilmiştir. Bunun yanı sıra aktif yeşil alanların yıllık yaklaşık 4.717.371 ton karbon monoksit, 28.032.093 ton Azot Dioksit, 276.147.567 ton ozon, 21.727.132 ton Kükürt Dioksit, 12.564.544 ton PM 2,5, 55.519.883 ton PM10 uzaklaştırdığı, 181.805 ton karbondioksit tutulduğu ve 213.603 ton karbondioksit depolandığı tespit edilmiştir. Çalışma ile Denizli kent merkezindeki yeşil alanların sosyal açıdan yeterlilikleri değerlendirilirken, kente olan ekolojik ve ekonomik katkıları da ortaya konulmuştur. Yapılan değerlendirmeler mevcut durumu ortaya koyarken kent planlama çalışmalarına da katkı sağlayacaktır.
Paklitaksel’e Maruz Bırakılan Sıçan Akciğerinde Misoprostol’ün Koruyucu Etkisinin Biyokimyasal ve Histopatolojik Olarak İncelenmesi
Authors: Bilgiç Sedat , Gür Fatih Mehmet , Aktaş İbrahim
Published: November 2023

Sıçanlarda paklitaksel (PTX) kaynaklı akciğer hasarına karşı misoprostol’ün (MP) koruyucu etkilerinin incelendiği bu çalışmada, yirmi bir adet dişi Sprague-Dawley cinsi sıçan kullanıldı. Bu hayvanlardan rastgele bir seçimle Kontrol, PTX ve PTX + MP olmak üzere 3 grup (n=7) oluşturuldu. Kontrol grubuna 1 mL %0,9 NaCl intraperitoneal (i.p.) ve 1 mL %0,9 NaCl oral yolla 6 gün boyunca verildi. PTX ve PTX + MP gruplarına çalışmanın 0., 2., 4. ve 6. günlerinde her sıçana 2 mg/kg PTX i.p. olarak verildi. PTX + MP grubuna ayrıca 6 gün süreyle 0,2 mg/kg/gün MP oral olarak verildi. Doku numuneleri sıçanlardan anestezi altında alındıktan sonra bu numunelerde biyokimyasal ve histopatolojik analizler yapıldı. Yapılan analizlerde PTX grubu sıçanlarda akciğer dokusundaki süperoksit dismutaz (SOD) ve katalaz (CAT) aktiviteleri ile glutatyon (GSH) düzeyinin azaldığı, malondialdehit (MDA) düzeyinin ise yükseldiği belirlendi. Yapılan histopatolojik incelemelerde ise, PTX grubu sıçanlarda alveol yapısında düzensizlik ve kalınlaşma, perivasküler ödem ve perivasküler alanda inflamatuar hücre infiltrasyonu gibi histopatolojik değişikliklerin şekillendiği tespit edildi. PTX + MP grubunda ise, PTX grubunda tespit edilen patolojik değişikliklerin büyük oranda önlendiği görüldü. Elde edilen bu sonuçlar; PTX’in neden olduğu akciğer hasarının önlenmesinde MP’nin etkili olduğunu göstermekte olup, kanser tedavisinde bu iki ilacın birlikte kullanılmasının faydalı olacağını düşündürmektedir.
Growth, development and yield of safflower genotypes in response to environmental variations
Authors: Mosupiemang Marang , Emongor Vallantino E. , Malambane Goitseone , Mapitse Renameditswe
Published: November 2023

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) is a crop that is drought tolerant and grown in arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs) for its commercial utility as vegetable oil, animal feed, cut flower, leafy vegetable, pharmaceuticals, foods colorant, textile dye, cosmetics, and biofuel production. These important attributes make safflower an ideal crop to diversify the economy and improve the socioeconomic status of many smallholder farmers in ASALs. This study evaluated the growth, development, and yield of five safflower genotypes in three different locations in the southern part of Botswana under farmers’ fields during winter and summer. The results showed that there was a significant (P ≤ 0.05) genotypic variability for all phenological development (days to emergence, stem elongation, and flowering), plant growth (plant height and shoot biomass), the yield and yield components (number of branches/plant, number of capitula/plant and 1000-seed weight), oil content and oil yield. However, genotypes did not vary significantly (P ≥ 0.05) in number of primary branches/plant. The results showed that winter planting significantly (P ≤ 0.05) promoted safflower growth and yield than planting in summer. The growth, development, yield, and yield components of safflower genotypes varied across locations with Ramonaka being the most favorable. The GGE biplot revealed that genotype Kenya-9819 was found to be the most stable and adaptable with above-average yields. Sebele winter planting was the best representative environment and most suitable for discriminating genotype performance. The genotype by yield*trait combination (GYT) biplot revealed that genotypes ranked as Kenya9819 > Turkey > Sina > PI537636 > Gila. The results suggested that safflower was best planted in winter and that Kenya9819 was the best genotype to be planted in the greater Gaborone region.
Safety and feasibility of free-flap reconstruction in head and neck tumors in patients aged 70 years or older
Authors:   .Departamento de Cirugía, Hospital Alemán de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Laxague Francisco , Giacone Julieta A. , Armella Enrique D. , Mezzadri Norberto A. , Fernández Vila Juan M. ,   .Sector de Cirugía de Cabeza y Cuello,  Hospital Alemán de  Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Published: November 2023

Background: The higher life expectancy has increased the incidence of head and neck tumors in elder patients. Objective: the aim of this study was to evaluate the outcomes of free flap reconstructions after radical resection (FFRR) of head and neck tumors in patients aged 70 years or older. Material and methods: We analyzed a series of patients undergoing FFR due to head and neck tumors between 2000-2020. The patients were divided into two groups: G1: ≥ 70 years, and G2: < 70 years. The demographic, operative and postoperative variables and the risk factors for flap thrombosis in patients ≥ 70 years were analyzed. Results: A total of 178 patients were included, 61 in G1 and 117 in G2. Both groups were homogeneous regarding sex, BMI (body mass index), alcohol consumption, smoking habits, neoadjuvant treatment, and incidence of HPV (human papillomavirus). The incidence of ASA grade ≥ III was significantly higher in G1 vs. G2; (p: 0,005). In G1, 33 patients (54%) corresponded to cancer stage ≥ III vs. 99 (87%) in G2 (p: 0.001). Forty-two (69%) patients in G1 received adjuvant therapy vs. 94 (83%) in G2 (p = 0.02) and there were no differences in overall morbidity and mortality and in flap failure. Female sex was the only predictor of vascular flap thrombosis (p = 0.05). Conclusion: FFRR in head and neck tumors is feasible and safe in elderly patients, with morbidity and mortality rates similar to those of the general population.
What Determines the Availability of Formal Agricultural Bank Credit in Rural India? A Macro Perspective
Authors: Baria Bhagirath Prakash , Shamurailatpam Sofia Devi
Published: November 2023

The central organising theme of this paper is the study of the factors that determine the availability of formal agricultural credit to rural households in India for the period 1991-92 to 2018-19. Grounded in economic theory, this work proposes a model of the determinants of the availability and access to formal agricultural bank credit in India by accounting for both the underlying demand and supply functions of the aggregate formal credit market of Indian agriculture. The study uses an Ordinary Least Squares framework to analyse the issue under consideration while carefully framing the estimated model in terms of the underlying theory, its econometric properties and the policy robustness of estimated results. The study finds that active policy interventions on the demand side of the agricultural credit market in India are the urgent need of the hour if the objectives of financial inclusion and inclusive development are to be achieved in spirit and action. This is the case because the availability of formal bank credit to agricultural borrowers is found to be largely driven by factors that directly affect the demand for credit rather than its supply. With an already well-regulated allocation and distribution environment for agricultural credit in India, it is now the demand-side forces that require active policy disruptions and innovations.