bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Autologous rib graft for posterior cervical fusion in pediatric patients: efficacy and safety in the early postoperative period
Authors: Jackson Hudin , Snyder Rita , Lepard Jacob R. , Bauer David F.
Published: June 2024

OBJECTIVE

The objective was to describe the indications, technique, and initial outcomes of autologous rib graft with recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein (rhBMP) in pediatric patients undergoing posterior cervical fusion.

METHODS

A retrospective study was performed of all pediatric patients who underwent autologous rib grafting with extra-small rhBMP-2 for posterior craniocervical or cervical arthrodesis at a single institution between May 2020 and July 2023. Patients with less than 3 months of postoperative follow-up and no postoperative CT data were excluded. Primary outcomes included presence of fusion on CT, 30-day perioperative complications, and rib harvest complications.

RESULTS

Twenty-eight sequential patients met inclusion criteria. Thirteen were male, 15 were female, and the average age was 9 years. There were no surgical site infections or instances of postoperative seroma or unplanned return to the operating room. All patients had solid fusion on postoperative CT at 3 months. The average follow-up was 14.5 months, with a range of 4 months to 3 years. There were no complications associated with the rib harvest, including no instances of harvest site pain, and all patient incisions healed well.

CONCLUSIONS

The authors’ preliminary results demonstrate that autologous rib graft with extra-small rhBMP-2 is an effective strategy to achieve a high rate of fusion in pediatric patients undergoing posterior instrumented craniocervical or cervical fusion. In this series, the authors found an acceptable safety profile, without seroma, surgical site infection, unplanned return to the operating room, or rib harvest complications.
Computed tomography assessment of robotic versus fluoroscopic implant accuracy in sacroiliac joint fusion
Authors: Harake Edward S. , Lee John H. , Zaki Mark M. , Joshi Rushikesh S. , Linzey Joseph R. , Patel Rakesh D. , Park Paul , Saadeh Yamaan S.
Published: June 2024

OBJECTIVE

Computed tomography is considered the gold-standard imaging tool to evaluate spinal implant accuracy. However, there are no studies that evaluate the accuracy of robotic sacroiliac joint (SIJ) implant placement using CT to date. The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of implant placement on CT between robotic and fluoroscopic navigation for SIJ fusion and the subsequent complications and clinical outcomes of suboptimally placed screws.

METHODS

A retrospective analysis of SIJ fusions utilizing either robotic or fluoroscopic guidance at a single institution was conducted from 2014 to 2023. Implant placement accuracy was evaluated on intra- or postoperative CT. Primary endpoints were SIJ screw placement accuracy and complications. Secondary endpoints were pain status at the first and second follow-ups and rates of 2-year revision surgery. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square tests.

RESULTS

Sixty-nine patients who underwent 78 SIJ fusions were included, of which 63 were robotic and 15 were fluoroscopic. The mean age of the cohort at the time of surgery was 55.9 ± 14.2 years, and 35 patients (50.7%) were female. There were 135 robotically placed and 34 fluoroscopically placed implants. A significant difference was found in implant placement accuracy between robotic and fluoroscopic fusion (97.8% vs 76.5%, p < 0.001). When comparing optimal versus suboptimal implant placement, no difference was found in the presence of 30-day complications (p = 0.98). No intraoperative complications were present in this cohort. No difference was found in subjective pain status at the first (p = 0.69) and second (p = 0.45) follow-ups between optimal and suboptimal implant placement. No patients underwent 2-year revision surgery.

CONCLUSIONS

Use of robotic navigation was significantly more accurate than the use of fluoroscopic navigation for SIJ implant placement. Complications overall were low and not different between optimally and suboptimally placed implants. Suboptimally placed implants did not differ in degree of subjective pain improvement or rates of revision surgery postoperatively.
Evaluation of cervical spine clearance scores in children younger than 3 years with blunt trauma
Authors: Azad Tej D. , Jiang Kelly , Weber-Levine Carly , Lee Ryan P. , Jain Amit , Sponseller Paul , Groves Mari , Theodore Nicholas , Nasr Isam W. , Jackson Eric M.
Published: June 2024

OBJECTIVE

The PEDSPINE I and PEDSPINE II scores were developed to determine when patients require advanced imaging to rule out cervical spine injury (CSI) in children younger than 3 years of age with blunt trauma. This study aimed to evaluate these scores in an institutional cohort.

METHODS

The authors identified patients younger than 3 years with blunt trauma who received cervical spine MRI from their institution’s prospective database from 2012 to 2015. Patient demographics, injury characteristics, and imaging were compared between patients with and without CSI using chi-square and Wilcoxon rank-sum tests.

RESULTS

Eighty-eight patients were identified, 8 (9%) of whom had CSI on MRI. The PEDSPINE I system had a higher sensitivity (50% vs 25%) and negative predictive value (93% vs 92%), whereas PEDSPINE II had a higher specificity (91% vs 65%) and positive predictive value (22% vs 13%). Patients with CSI missed by the scores had mild, radiologically significant ligamentous injuries detected on MRI. Both models would have recommended advanced imaging for the patient who required halo-vest fixation (risk profile: no CSI, 81.9%; ligamentous, 10.1%; osseous, 8.0%). PEDSPINE I would have prevented 52 (65%) of 80 uninjured patients from receiving advanced imaging, whereas PEDSPINE II would have prevented 73 (91%). Using PEDSPINE I, 10 uninjured patients (13%) could have avoided intubation for imaging. PEDSPINE II would not have spared any patients intubation.

CONCLUSIONS

Current cervical spine clearance algorithms are not sensitive or specific enough to determine the need for advanced imaging in children. However, these scores can be used as a reference in conjunction with physicians’ clinical impressions to reduce unnecessary imaging.
LEZZETLİ YEME MOTİVASYONLARI, TIKINIRCASINA YEME BOZUKLUĞU İÇİN BİR RİSK FAKTÖRÜ MÜDÜR?
Authors: Çavdar Meliha , Caferoğlu Akın Zeynep
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, üniversite öğrencilerinin lezzetli yeme motivasyonları ile tıkınırcasına yeme bozukluğu (TYB) arasındaki ilişkinin belirlenmesidir.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Kayseri ilindeki üniversitelerde öğrenim gören 19-25 yaş arasındaki ve beden kütle indeksi >18 kg/m2 olan 1631 öğrenci (%78.6’sı kadın) çalışmaya dahil edilmiştir. Katılımcılara demografik ve antropometrik özellikleri sorgulayan bilgi formu, Lezzetli Yeme Motivasyonları Ölçeği ve Tıkınırcasına Yeme Bozukluğu Ölçeği olmak üzere üç bölümden oluşan bir anket formu yüz yüze uygulanmıştır.
Bulgular: Katılımcıların %3.2’sinde TYB olduğu saptanmıştır. Potansiyel karıştırıcı faktörler (yaş, cinsiyet ve beden kütle indeksi) için düzeltme yapılan lojistik regresyon modelinde, lezzetli yeme motivasyonları olan “sosyal”, “başa çıkma”, “ödül iyileştirme” ve “uygunluk” puanlarındaki bir birimlik artışın TYB semptomlarının görülme riskinde sırasıyla 2.6, 3.6, 2.9 ve 3.1 kat; TYB şiddetinin klinik derecede önemli olma riskinde ise sırasıyla 1.4, 1.5, 1.4 ve 1.6 kat artışla ilişkili olduğu bulunmuştur (p
IMPLEMENTASI ASAS KEPENTINGAN UMUM DALAM KASUS KEPAILITAN DI INDONESIA
Authors: Faujura Rahmanisa Purnamasari
Published: June 2024

The public interest includes the interests of the Nation and the State as well as the common interests of the people by taking into account social, political, and human rights aspects on the basis of national development principles with regard to national resilience and the insight of the archipelago. This is also included in bankcrupty cases in Indonesia, as explained in Article 2 of Law Number 37 of 2004 concerning Bankcrupty and Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations which allows the prosecutor's office to file bankruptcy applications in the public interest. Based on this explanation, the author explains in this journal related to the criteria and implementation of the public interest in bankruptcy cases in Indonesia. The research method used in writing this journal is normative juridical with analytical descriptive research specifications. Based on theresults of the study, it was explained that the criteria for public interest as applicable in Indonesia are basically everything related to the interests of the state and nation. This is shown by the absence of a Limit to the law that explains how the so-called public interest is. As for bankcrupty cases, the implementation of the principle of public interest has been explicitly explained and applied in Law Number 37 of 2004 concerning Bankcrupty and Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations, Law Number 16 of 2004 concerning the Prosecutor's Office. Under both laws, public interest is applied in the authority of the prosecutor as an applicant in bankcrupty cases.
RIAU SONGKET: ESTABLISHING HARMONY WITH THE ENVIRONMENT USING LOCAL WISDOM VALUES
Authors: Suroyo Suroyo , Entas Derinta , Putra Bima Maulana , Sorente Antonia
Published: June 2024

Songket Riau is a traditional fabric that is synonymous with the culture of the people in Riau, Indonesia. However, the practice of making this fabric has been affected by environmental damage caused by human activities. This research aims to explore the values of local wisdom in preserving the environment through the production of Songket Riau. The study used a qualitative critical discourse analysis approach and was conducted in Bandar Senapelan, the main production area of Songket Riau. Primary and secondary data were collected, and data analysis was conducted using in-depth interviews and content analysis. The results show that the production of Songket Riau can be done in harmony with the environment by implementing practices such as using natural dyes, reducing waste, and respecting the environment. This study concludes by recommending that the government and stakeholders should promote the use of local wisdom in preserving the environment in the production of Songket Riau. This will ensure the sustainability of the cultural heritage and the environment.
BAITUL MAAL PROSPERITY IN CIVIC ECONOMY AS A MANIFESTATION OF THE VOLUNTARISM FORMATION IN KASIH SAYANG VILLAGE LANGKAT REGENCY
Authors: Junaidi Junaidi , Jamaludin Jamaludin , Hodriani Hodriani , Laila Hapni , Ivanna Julia , Madiyoh Abdulhakim
Published: June 2024

This research aims to examine the concept of Baitul Maal in realizing prosperity in Kasih Sayang Village, which is based on Islamic principles and Pancasila values to foster a civic economy approach in daily life. The study also explores how the community of Kasih Sayang Village cultivates a sense of citizenship through voluntarism that contributes to social harmony and well-being. The research utilized a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data collection techniques were observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis employed interpretative phenomenological analysis with the assistance of the ATLAS.ti software for ease and innovation in research data analysis. Research findings reveal that Baitul Maal in Kasih Sayang Village serves as an economic center and an economic
design reflecting unity, collaboration, development, and empowerment. The role of Baitul Maal extends beyond economic aspects. It integrates Pancasila values, citizenship spirit, and sustainability to propel the community toward holistic development and empowerment. The community of Kasih Sayang Village is grounded in three voluntarism concepts: teodical (reliance on God), ethical (contributing based on goodwill), and psychological (internal drive). Integrating these concepts creates a harmonious environment in the village, where spiritual, moral, and psychological values unite to achieve shared prosperity.  
CONTRASTING THOUGHTS: INTERNALIZATION OF ISLAM WASATIYAH OF DAYAH ULAMA IN GROUNDING MODERATE ISLAM IN PESANTREN
Authors: Anzaikhan M. , Muarrif Muhammad Riza , Bahri Syamsul , Sufrizal Sufrizal , Umam Chatibul
Published: June 2024

This research explains the change of contrasting thoughts in pesantren (an Islamic boarding school), which is indicated as radical and terrorist in Aceh Tamiang. Ulama's thoughts and concepts of Pesantren Al-Hidayah influenced the changes after undergoing guidance from the government. This article is field research with a qualitative approach. A case study and phenomenological study were used as the methodology. The research results concluded that the internalization of Islam Wasathiyah at Pesantren Al-Hidayah contained seven themes, including Environmental Islam, Al-Musawat and AlTawazun (justice), AsSamahah (tolerance), Shura (deliberation), Islah and Ihsan (reconciling), Qudwah (role model), and Muthwathanah (nationalism).
ANALISIS METODE JARI MAGIC (JARIMATIKA) DALAM MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN BERHITUNG PERKALIAN DAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA
Authors: Mutaqin Ejen Jenal , Muslihah Neni Nadiroti , Tilawati Lisna
Published: June 2024

This research is motivated because some students still find it difficult to count, especially in multiplication, this has an impact on learning motivation, therefore researchers are interested in this study which aims to improve numeracy skills and student motivation in learning to count through learning with Jarimatika. This study involved 6 students consisting of 3 participants from class III and 3 participants from class IV. This research method uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. This data was obtained by means of tests, motivation questionnaires, and interviews. The data analysis technique in this study uses the process of data collection, data reduction, data display, and conclusion / verification. As for the results of the research using Jarimatika in numeracy skills for class III, the learning activities are practicing Jarimatika, printing fingers and arranging puzzles with an average score of 8.77 and for grade IV the learning activities are matching pictures, pasting cards and the circumference of Nusantara with the average score. 8.66. Meanwhile, for the result of learning motivation for class III gets an interpretation value of 3.22 which is classified into the "Good" category, and for class IV gets an interpretation value of 3.36 belonging to the "Very Good" category.
ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN MEMBACA PEMAHAMAN SISWA KELAS V DI SD NEGERI 1 SUKAGALIH
Authors: Sarika Riska , Gunawan Dani , Mulyana Herdi
Published: June 2024

Reading comprehension skills are important for students' mastery, improvement, and knowledge. The purpose of this study 1) how the students' reading comprehension ability in grade V SD Negeri 1 Sukagalih 2) how the obstacles experienced by students in reading comprehension 3) how the efforts made by the teacher in improving reading comprehension skills. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method, where the subject is class V students. The research instrument uses tests and interviews. Based on the results of the study, it was concluded that 1) the results of the fifth grade students' reading comprehension test at SDN 1 Sukagalih obtained an average score of 67 which was included in the sufficient category. 2) from the results of the interview, the factors that become obstacles in the ability to read comprehension are motivation and interests, habits, student self-conditions, environmental influences, and reading materials. 3) From the results of interviews, the efforts made were to motivate students in reading, determine reading goals, teacher sensitivity to students who have difficulty in reading, use of methods and media in teaching, use of facilities and infrastructure.
PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN MEDIA POP-UP BOOK TERHADAP MINAT BELAJAR IPA DI SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Mutaqin Ejen Jenal , Nurjamaludin Muhammad , Alfiyanti Nia
Published: June 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of pop up book media on interest in learning science in fifth grade students of SDN 1 Cibunar. This type of research is quantitative research with an experimental approach. The population in this study were all students of class V, the researchers used a sample of two classes, namely class VA which amounted to 16 people as the experimental class and class VB which amounted to 16 people as the control group. The data analysis technique used normality test, homogeneity test and t test. The posttest results of class VA students who use pop-up book media who have the highest score with an average of 80.00 while class VB does not use pop-up book media. It can also be proven by the results of the t-test calculation, namely there is a lower positive value with a score of 2.578 and an upper positive value and has a value of 10.172 or a Sig(2-tailed) = 0.002. Because the bottom is positive and the top is positive or Sig. (2-tailed) = 0.002 < = 0.05, which means that there is a significant effect of pop-up book media on the interest in learning science for fifth grade students.
Numeration-Based Teaching Materials on Algebra Shape Materials for Blended Learning
Authors: Safitra M. David , Hapizah  , Mulyono Budi , Susanti Ely
Published: June 2024

Kebutuhan bahan ajar diperlukan untuk meningkatkan efektifitas pembelajaran dan pemahaman peserta didik. Penelitian bertujuan menghasilkan bahan ajar berbasis numerasi materi bentuk aljabar untuk blended learning yang valid, praktis dan memiliki efek potensial terhadap kemampuan numerasi peserta didik. Teknik pengumpulan data adalah angket, tes dan wawancara. Sampel penelitian ini adalah 24 peserta didik kelas VII salah satu SMP Negeri di Palembang. Kevalidan bahan ajar dilihat dari aspek kelayakan isi, bahasa, tampilan, serta komentar dan saran dari hasil uji coba one-to-one. Kepraktisan bahan ajar dilihat dari angket. Skor rata-rata kevalidan bahan ajar adalah 74,77 dengan kriteria cukup valid atau layak digunakan dengan revisi. Sedangkan skor rata-rata kepraktisan bahan ajar adalah 87,08 dengan kriteria sangat praktis. Bahan ajar yang dikembangkan memiliki efek potensial terhadap kemampuan numerasi dilihat dari hasil tes 8 peserta didik terkategori sangat baik, 9 peserta didik terkategori baik, 4 peserta didik terkategori sedang dan 3 peserta didik terkategori kurang.
The need for teaching materials is needed to help improve effective learning and student understanding. This study aims to produce numeration-based teaching materials in algebraic forms for blended learning that are valid, practical and have a potential effect on students' numeracy abilities. Data collection techniques used are questionnaires, tests and interviews. The sample of this research was 24 class VII students of one of the state Junior High School in Palembang. The validity of teaching materials was seen from the aspects of content feasibility, language feasibility, display feasibility, also comments and suggestions from the results of one-to-one trials. The practicality of teaching materials can be seen from the questionnaire. The average score for the validity of teaching materials is 74.77 with the criteria being quite valid or suitable for use with revisions. While the average practicality score of teaching materials is 87.08 with very practical criteria. The developed teaching materials also have a potential effect on numeracy skills as seen from the test results with 8 students in the very good category, 9 students in the good category, 4 students in the moderate category and 3 students in the poor category.
Indicative assessment of the innovative development effectiveness of entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector of the economy
Authors: Horbatiuk Oleksandr
Published: June 2024

The purpose of the article is to improve the indicative assessment of the innovative development effectiveness of entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector of the economy, to consider new opportunities and efficiencies. Research methods. The research used methods of institutional and economic analysis, as well as synthesised interdisciplinary approaches to the methodology of indicative criteria for characterising the values of the effects of the agricultural sector on the influential factors of structuring the dynamics of management; a systematic approach to determining the requirements for indicative evaluation of the effectiveness of economic, social and forecast of possible institutional effects; abstract-logical method for structuring and classifying indicators of the agricultural sector and outlining the directions of indicative analysis. Research results. The substantiation of expediency of indicative estimation of efficiency of innovative development of business in the agricultural sector of the economy, bases of formation and definition of prospects of functioning of the agricultural enterprises are presented. For this purpose, indicators of innovativeness of agricultural entrepreneurship and effectiveness indicators were studied. Scientific novelty. A methodical approach to the analysis, socio-economic status, efficiency of development and outlining the model perspective of entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector of the economy - using indicators to assess the performance of farms by levels and effects of their activities. Practical significance. The methodological approach should be used as a basis for analysing economic entities and the dynamics of economic effects in the agricultural sector, following the existing practical priorities of statistical reporting of enterprises.
Structural and functional principles of entrepreneurship development in rural areas
Authors: Lopatynskyi Yurii , Kobelia Zoriana , Halytskyi Andzhei
Published: June 2024

The purpose of the article is to outline recommendations and determine the directions of progressive development of entrepreneurship in rural areas. Research methods. The methodological basis of the work is institutional theory. To reveal the essence, structural and functional features of the category of entrepreneurship in rural areas the method of theoretical generalization and the dialectical method of scientific knowledge are used. The graphic method is used to visualize the structural and functional system of business development in rural areas. A system approach has been applied to achieve the integral unity of the research elements. With the help of the method of synthesis the generalization of the obtained scientific results is carried out. Research results. The interpretation, role and significance of entrepreneurship taking into account the specifics of rural areas are considered. The structure of entrepreneurship in rural areas is outlined, its main functions and development factors are determined. Inclusive rural development is mentioned as a strategic goal. The role of state support for entrepreneurship is shown. Elements of the institutional environment of rural entrepreneurship are identified. Scientific novelty. The basic principles of entrepreneurship development in rural areas from the standpoint of structural and functional approach are determined. The assumption is conceptualized that ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of the structural and functional mechanism of business development in rural areas covers a set of multilevel measures to be implemented by the rule of “bottom-up”. Practical significance. Structural and functional characteristics are methodically substantiated. Factors of rural development in a hierarchical sequence from economic growth to inclusive rural development are conceptualized.
Socio-economic factors of academic mobility in the formation of competitiveness of representatives of a scientific and educational society
Authors: Kyrylov Yurii , Ihnatenko Mykola , Hranovska Viktoriia
Published: June 2024

The purpose of the article is to determine the socio-economic features of the implementation of academic mobility as a tool for training competitive specialists at universities and in agriculture in particular, in accordance with national and international requirements. Research methods. System-structural analysis and synthesis were used in the research process; methods: monographic, historical, and abstractions and economic comparisons. Theoretical and methodological basis: concepts, approaches, theories, provisions, conclusions, considered in the scientific works of domestic and foreign scientists, communication theory, information technology; normative legal acts of public authorities regarding the development of higher education and academic mobility (Constitution of Ukraine, laws of Ukraine, resolutions and orders of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine). Research results. Academic mobility is considered a system with a particular structure in terms of forms and types of its implementation, location, duration and timing. Social and economic benefits have been identified through the new Regulation of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on economic mobility. The functions and tasks have been clarified and recognised as a critical tool for improving the quality and competitiveness of training of future specialists in the country's universities. In addition to the procedure for implementing and administering academic mobility, attention is paid to its information support and supplementing other forms and areas of international exchanges in the field of science and education. Scientific novelty. For the first time, the emphasis is on strengthening the social benefits of academic mobility in terms of its implementation, which will preserve places of study and work for domestic participants in the educational process for a long time, which was not expected before. Also, for the first time, the need for the integrated use of organizational and economic factors to ensure academic mobility through a combination of mechanisms to support universities and individual initiatives of students, teachers and the scientific community. Practical significance. The obtained conclusions and results can be used in the educational process of higher education institutions of Ukraine, youth and students, public organizations and governing bodies in the field of science and education at the level of regional authorities and local communities.
Relationship between pelvic floor complaints and multicompartment prolapsus
Authors: Altıntaş Tansu , Arslan Çiğdem
Published: June 2024

Aims: The aim of this study is to investigate the frequency and characteristics of multi-compartment prolapse in women evaluated with pelvic floor complaints.
Methods: The data of 259 patients who applied to our hospital with pelvic floor complaints between May 2022 and March 2023 were evaluated retrospectively, and after the exclusion criteria were applied, the remaining 69 patients were included. Patients were grouped according to their primary complaints as those presenting with anterior compartment symptoms (ACS), those presenting with middle compartment symptoms (MCS), those presenting with posterior compartment symptoms (PCS), those presenting with proctological symptoms (PS) and those presenting with chronic pelvic pain (CPP).
Results: A total of 69 patients were included in the study. The mean age was 49.8±13.1 years and the median symptom duration was 60 months. When patients are evaluated in terms of main complaint; The primary complaint was ACS in 16 patients, MCS in 4 patients, PCS in 26 patients, PS in 20 patients, and CPP in 3 patients. According to MRI defecography findings, ACS was detected in 1 patients, MCS in 1 patients, PCS in 13 patients and multicompartment prolapse in 54 patients. In patients with a history of vaginal delivery, in patients with a history of previous pelvic surgery and as the number of vaginal delivery increases multi-compartment prolapse rate was significantly increased.
Conclusion: Regardless of the underlying primary complaint, the presence of multicompartment prolapse should be investigated through examination and tests in pelvic floor diseases. History and number of vaginal deliveries, previous pelvic surgery history carry a higher risk for multi-compartment prolapse.
Distribution and antifungal susceptibility profiles of candida species isolated from dermatomycosis patients
Authors: Aydın Kurç Mine , Kaya Ayşe Demet , Erfan Gamze , Albayrak Şule
Published: June 2024

Aims: Superficial mycoses are the most common dermatological diseases worldwide, and the causes are becoming increasingly resistant to antifungal agents used in treatment. The aim of our study was to identify the yeast species causing superficial mycoses and determine their susceptibilities to some antifungal agents.
Methods: Skin and nail scraping samples obtained from 726 patients with suspected superficial fungal infection were collected and examined by direct microscopy and culture. Isolates were identified by conventional methods and API ID32 C (Biomeriux, France) commercial kits. The minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) of isolates against itraconazole, miconazole, nystatin, and terbinafine antifungals were determined by microdilution method.
Results: A total of 59 yeasts were isolated from the samples. The most frequently isolated species were Candida glabrata (n=31, 52.54%), Candida guillermondii (n=9, 15.25%), and Candida albicans (n=7, 11.86%). In terms of infection sites, the most common involvement was observed in the foot (n=39, 66.1%) and nails (n=16, 27.1%). In terms of their antifungal susceptibilities, the highest resistance was detected against terbinafine (35.6%) and itraconazole (33.9%). Multidrug resistance was observed among strains of the Candida species (n=17, 28.8%).
Conclusion: The most striking results of this study can be summarized as high rates of Candida glabrata isolation, increase in resistance rates, and a prevalence of 28.8% multidrug resistance. This data once again emphasize the importance of isolation, identification, and antifungal susceptibility testing in the diagnosis and effective treatment of superficial mycoses.
Cone-beam computed tomography evaluation of bone height and width in 7 different tooth regions of totally edentulous maxilla
Authors: Öner Talmaç Ayşe Gül , Orhan Zeynep Dilan , Ciğerim Levent , Kahraman Nazlı Hilal , Husseın Abdalrahım , Doğru İbrahim , Alsmadı Mohammad , Galayene Abdurrahman
Published: June 2024

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the residual alveolar bone height and bone width at different depths from the central tooth region to the second molar tooth region in maxillary totally edentulous individuals.
Methods: This retrospective observational radiographic study was performed on cone beam computed tomography images of patients who presented to the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery for dental implant evaluation between January 2010 and March 2023. Horizontal measurements were taken on sagittal cross-sectional images at vertical depths of 1 mm, 3 mm, 5 mm and 7 mm from the alveolar crest. Vertical measurements were made by measuring the distance between the crest of the alveolar
ridge and the base of the nose or the base of the maxillary sinus. The results were evaluated with 95% confidence interval and significance at p
Electrocardiographic changes of patients who were under the rubble and were admitted to the hospital during Kahramanmaraş Earthquake
Authors: Akkaya Süleyman , Çakmak Ümit
Published: June 2024

Aims: In this study, we aimed to determine the electrocardiographic findings in earthquake victims who were admitted to our hospital after the Kahramanmaraş earthquake.
Methods: We included all patients who applied to Diyarbakır Gazi Yaşargil Training and Research Hospital as earthquake victims in the study. The total number of injured patients removed from the rubble after the earthquake and admitted to our hospital was 321. A total of 139 patients were admitted to our hospital for examination and treatment. Fourty of them have a electrocardiograhphy. Clinical characteristics of the patients were compared according to the presence of crush syndrome. Patients
who received further treatment in the intensive care unit (ICU) were compared with patients who did not require intensive care in terms of clinical characteristics. Electrocardiograpghy (ECG) findings were presented in all groups.
Results: Crush syndrome developed in 45% of patients, while 25% developed acute renal failure. As expected, compartment syndrome was more common in patients with crush syndrome (66.7% vs 18.2%, p=0.002). The proportion of patients requiring dialysis treatment was 12.5% (n=5). The proportion of patients who received further treatment in the intensive care unit was 35% (n=14). In terms of ECG characteristics, heart rate was higher in ICU-treated patients (105/min vs 86/min, p
Resin infiltration applications in white spot lesions with caries cavities
Authors: Karaduran Büşra , Tuna Ince Elif Bahar , Koruyucu Mine
Published: June 2024

White spot lesions (WSLs) describe the initial stage of caries and appear more opaque and white than normal enamel due to changes in the refractive index of light compared to the normal enamel structure. This condition can cause aesthetic concerns for the patient. The primary cause of its formation is poor oral hygiene and excessive plaque accumulation. In the approach to treatment, significant innovations have occurred over time, and the principle of preserving the tooth structure as much as possible has been adopted instead of removing dental tissue and make restoration. The resin infiltration (RI) technique is believed to reduce the amount of dental tissue that needs to be removed in the treatment of WSLs with cavitated carious lesions while meeting the patient’s aesthetic expectations. This present case report describes the application and follow-up of the RI technique in pediatric patients with cavitated carious lesions adjacent to WSLs in maxillary anterior teeth. Following RI treatment according to the recommendations of the manufacturer, composite restoration was applied to the teeth deemed necessary for restoration, in two male patients aged 14 and 8, who presented with caries cavities.
Investigation of the relationship between fatigue with vitamin D, disease stage, anxiety and physical activity level in patients with Parkinson's disease
Authors: Yetiş Aysu , Canlı Mehmet , Kuzu Şafak , Valamur İrem , Duran Selcen , Sahin Burc Esra , Kocaman Hikmet , Yıldız Nazım Tolgahan , Alkan Halil
Published: June 2024

Aims: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between fatigue severity with vitamin D level, disease stage, anxiety and, physical activity level in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
Methods: This study included 66 (male=38, female=28) individuals diagnosed with PD. Fatigue severity was evaluated by the fatique severity scale, vitamin D level by blood test results, anxiety by the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), disease stage by Hoehn-Yahr (HY) staging, and physical activity level by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-short form).
Results: The study included 66 (male=38, female=28) individuals diagnosed with PD. Fatigue severity was assessed by the fatique severity scale, vitamin D level by blood test results, anxiety by the BAI, disease stage by HY staging, and physical activity level by the IPAQ-short form. In addition, a significant correlation was found between fatigue severity with vitamin D level, anxiety, disease stage, and physical activity level in men, women, and all patients (p
Obesity's cognitive consequences: leptin's influence on dementia
Authors: Kara Enes , Işıklı Şevval
Published: June 2024

Dementia is characterised by progressive cognitive decline and is increasingly associated with obesity. Obesity is characterised by a number of pathological features, including excess fat accumulation, insulin resistance, gut dysbiosis, oxidative stress, inflammatory activation and systemic inflammation. These pathological factors trigger neuroinflammation and brain damage, highlighting the complex relationship between metabolic health and cognitive function. The amount of leptin in the bloodstream correlates with the amount of body fat and regulates cognitive processes as well as metabolic functions through its effects on the central nervous system. However, obesity can lead to leptin resistance, which may contribute to the development of neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia by impairing leptin's ability to maintain cognitive function. This article discusses the gut-brain axis as a critical mediator of the effects of obesity on cognitive health and highlights the impact of gut dysbiosis on cognitive decline as a result of neuroinflammation. Obesity-specific systemic inflammation exacerbates neurodegeneration, highlighting the need for integrated approaches to treat obesity and its cognitive consequences. Addressing the pathological features of obesity by optimising leptin signalling may offer promising strategies to prevent or slow the progression of cognitive decline associated with obesity and metabolic syndrome.
Sentiment Analysis of the Minister of Education and Culture using Vader and RBF, Polynomial, Linier Kernels SVM Based on Binary Particle Swarm Optimization
Authors: Sinaga Rutlima , Ashari Ilham Firman , Yulita Winda
Published: June 2024

Comments from social media can be analyzed further. Social media is used to interact from one person to another, as well as with the government. This Issue Was Raised Because Of Debate And Public Opinion From The Community, Institutions And Ngos Regarding Ministerial Regulation No. 30 Of 2021 Concerning Prevention And Handling Of Sexual Violence. In The Higher Education Environment, Therefore In This Research We Want To Examine What Is The Main Root Of The Problem Using A Methodical Approach Using Natural Language Processing. The pre-processing applied is case folding, tokenization, elimination of stop words, stemming using literature. The model implementing PSO failed to improve accuracy on all kernels. Best performance before applying PSO to twitter dataset using linear kernel. This study conducted sentiment analysis regarding the issuance of ministerial regulation no. 30 of 2021. The data obtained was then preprocessed. The performance measured is accuracy and f1-macro in the model without PSO and accuracy in the model using accuracy. The model to be formed uses linear kernels, RBF and polynomials of order 1 and order 2. Sentence analysis is a field that analyzes sentiment, attitudes and emotions of entities and their attributes in text form. The aim of this research is to compare the performance of the Support Vector Machine classification algorithm without Particle Swarm Optimization feature selection and the performance of the Support Vector Machine classification algorithm using Particle Swarm Optimization feature selection. The data obtained is then pre-processed. The data set was automatically labeled using VADER (Valence Dictionary for Sentiment Reasoning). The kernels that succeeded in increasing accuracy were the RBF kernel and polynomials on the Twitter dataset.
Keywords: SVM, Vader, PSO, Sentiment Analysis, Government Policy
The Roles of Subjective Norms and Accessibility in the Acceptance Model of Koperasi Karunika Online Application
Authors: Tantri Sakina Nusarifa , Patiro Shine Pintor Siolemba
Published: June 2024

The massive change from the offline to online era is a sign of digital disruption. One of the organizations that has also been affected is Koperasi Karunika. The purpose of this study is to refine TAM model by adding two antecedents namely accessibility and subjective norm to explain and predict the intention to use online saving and loan application in Koperasi Karunika. In this quantitative study, the variables are explored using online survey. The numbers of respondents in this study is 62 participants. The data were analyzed using SEM PLS. The refinedt model of the TAM used in this study is appropriate but only partially because not all of the proposed hypotheses are supported by the data. Subjective norm was found to be significantly affecting the intention to use, while accessibility was found to be no effect on intention to use the online saving and loan application.
Implementing QR Codes on Student ID for Transactions: TAM Testing Approach
Authors: Noviany Caroline , Daniawan Benny , Suwitno Suwitno
Published: June 2024

The rapid advancement of technology has had a significant impact on contemporary life. One of the technologies commonly encountered is the Quick Response Code (QR-Code) and Barcode, both of which serve a similar function, that is, to store information represented in the form of squares and lines. Three squares at the corners of the QR-Code are key to ensuring accurate scanning. Universities are educational institutions that provide Student ID Cards as a means of student identification. This research aims to design a transaction system by utilizing QR-Code technology on Student ID Cards for parking and library transactions, as well as creating a transaction system using digitized Student ID Cards. This study employs the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) testing method to measure the factors influencing users in utilizing the application. The system design successfully incorporates QR-Codes and can be used as a transaction tool. The TAM testing results from 75 respondents regarding system acceptance conclude that the Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU) variable will influence the Perceived Usefulness (PU) variable by 67.4% and affect the Behavioral Toward Using (BITU) variable by 55.1%.
Designing a Learning Game for Elementary School Students in Learning Mathematics using a Mobile Platform
Authors: Wandri Rizky , Setiawan Panji Rachmat , Arta Yudhi , Hanafiah Anggi
Published: June 2024

Education is an important aspect in forming the potential of the young generation where the use of mobile platforms has become an integral part of everyday life. Over time, gadgets have become an access to learning besides books. Therefore, the increasingly complex development of the technological world encourages individuals to be able to apply technology in all their activities. Mathematics learning at elementary school level is often faced with challenges to make the learning process more fun and interactive. A common problem among students in Indonesia is that mathematics is considered a difficult subject. Monotonous learning reduces students' interest in learning. Therefore, designing learning games for elementary school students, especially in mathematics learning, can be an innovative solution to improve the quality and attractiveness of learning with interactive learning media. This research aims to create a game that allows students to learn more effectively which focuses on game development using the Game Development Life Cycle (GDLC) development model. This research produces a translation game from mathematics book learning material with the theme "Counting Numbers Up to 10,000" using the Unity 3D game engine which functions well and the application of the Game Development Life Cycle (GDLC) method also functions well.
A Web Scraper for Data Mining Purposes
Authors: Mahmood Yasir Ali , Mahmood Bassim
Published: June 2024

The current revolution in technology makes data a crucial part of real-life applications due to its importance in making decisions. In the era of big data and the massive expansion of data streams on Internet networks and platforms, the process of data collection, mining, and analysis has become a not easy matter. Therefore, the presence of auxiliary applications for data mining and gathering has become a necessary need. Usually, companies offer special APIs to collect data from particular destinations, which needs a high cost. Generally, there is a severe lack in the literature in providing approaches that offer flexible, low, or free of cost tools for web scraping. Hence, this article provides a free tool that can be used for data mining and data collection purposes from the web. Specifically, an efficient Google Scholar web scraper is introduced. The extracted data can be used for analysis purposes and making decisions about an issue of interest. The proposed scraper can also be modified for crawling web links and retrieving specific data from a particular website. It can also formalize the collected data as a ready dataset to be used in the analysis phase. The efficiency of the proposed scraper is tested in terms of the time consumption, accuracy, and quality of the data collected. The findings showed that the proposed approach is highly feasible for data collection and can be adopted by data analysts.
ANALYSIS OF THE USE OF TRADITIONAL FOOD AS A THEMATIC LEARNING RESOURCE IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Herlina Herlina , Nursakina Nursakina
Published: June 2024

Education is rooted in national culture. In reality, we still find learning that does not integrate local culture as a learning resource. This research aims to explore local culture, especially traditional food, as a learning resource, by exploring its potential based on the curriculum used in elementary schools. This research uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design. The subjects of this research were traditional food sellers, a teacher and fourth grade students at SDN Padalaa who were determined based on purposive sampling techniques. The data collection techniques used were observation, interviews, documentation and literature study. This research uses data analysis techniques, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that of the nine learning themes for class IV, there are four themes that can integrate Tolimbu and Juada traditional food as learning resources or 44.4% of all existing themes. The conclusion of this research is that the potential for traditional food as a learning resource in thematic learning at Padalaa Elementary School, Morowali Regency is very large for teachers to continue to develop
ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEACHER STRATEGIES IN DEVELOPING STUDENT CHARACTER EDUCATION
Authors: Haluti Farid , Mufarrihah Anik , Nimim
Published: June 2024

Islamic religious education teachers' strategies in developing character education in students may involve a deep understanding of Islamic religious values that include ethics, morals and manners. These teachers may understand that strong character in accordance with Islamic teachings can form individuals who are religious, responsible, disciplined and honest. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role and strategies used by Islamic Religious Education teachers in developing students' character education at SDN Bulungkobit. The method used is qualitative type, where data collection is done through documentation, interviews, and observation. Data analysis was carried out through the stages of collecting data, reducing data, presenting data and concluding and verifying. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that the strategies carried out by Islamic Religious Education teachers in shaping character are through integration, through daily activities which include modeling, habituation, reprimand, advice, and environmental conditioning that supports the formation of student character