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Manajemen Strategi Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami dalam Pengkaderan Dai Berkualitas
Authors: Najmudin Moh Adi Rifan , Syamsuddin Syamsuddin , Setiawan Asep Iwan
Published: September 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan: (1) Untuk mengetahui formulasi Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami dalam menyiapkan kader da’i yang berkualitas. (2) Untuk mengetahui implementasi Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami dalam menyiapkan kader da’i yang berkualitas. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif. Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Analisis data menggunakan penafsiran logika yang dihubungkan dengan konteks Manajemen Dakwah. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa formulasi strategi Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami (CDSA) didasarkan pada hasil analisis SWOT yang kemudian dituangkan dalam keputusan strategi-strategi yang menjadi nilai inti Organisasi. Implementasi yang terkoordinir, baik dalam struktural, kepemimpinan maupun budaya. Disertai dengan program, anggaran dan prosedur pelaksanaanya yang jelas. Penelitian ini bisa disimpulkan bahwa manajemen strategi pada Organisasi Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami (CDSA) dalam menyiapkan kader da’i telah menggunakan Manajemen Strategis.

This research aims: (1) To find out the formulation of Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami in preparing a qualified preacher cadre. (2) To find out the implementation of Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami in preparing qualified preacher cadres. This research is a qualitative study using descriptive methods. Data collection uses observation, interview and documentation techniques. Data analysis uses logical interpretation related to the context of Da'wah Management. The results showed that the strategy formulation of Corp Dakwah Santri Al-Jawami (CDSA) was based on the results of the SWOT analysis which was then outlined in the decision of the strategies that became the Organization's core values. Coordinated implementation, both structural, leadership and culture. Accompanied by a clear program, budget and implementation procedures. This research can be concluded that the strategic management of the Da'wah Santri Al-Jawami Corp Organization (CDSA) in preparing cadre preachers has used Strategic Management.
Cofradías de esclavos negros, morenos y mulatos libres en la Catedral de Santo Domingo, Primada de América*
Authors: Flores-Sasso Virginia , Prieto-Vicioso Esteban
Published: September 2020

La evangelización del indígena y la asistencia espiritual a los colonizadores y criollos fue prioridad en la conquista y colonización, de las Indias. El esclavo negro, también fue evangelizado, pero con estrategias diferentes, siendo una de ellas las cofradías, que se instalaron en las iglesias y cumplieron una función esencial dándole participación al esclavo en eventos religiosos y sociales. Por tal motivo, el objetivo de esta investigación es describir las cofradías de negros, morenos y mulatos que existieron en la Catedral de Santo Domingo, su composición y el sincretismo religioso.
Methods Used by Sign Language Interpreters to Translate TV News Article Sentences into Sign Language
Authors:   The Korean Society of Special Education, Kang Chang Wook , Song Mi Yeon
Published: September 2020

The purpose of this study was to analyse how the sentence structures of television (TV) news can be translated into Korean sign language (KSL). This study examined the realization methods used by sign language interpreters to express an announcer’s uttered sentences in KSL.
For this, TV news sentences and their sign language interpretation were collected from eight broadcasting companies and analysed through a comparison of spoken Korean and KSL.
Simple sentences were realized in KSL though linear word order according to Korean word order, using sign language words that correspond with spoken Korean, or use of syntactic space as characteristics of sign language. Conjunct sentences were expressed by a short pause or KSL motion and the non-manual signals(NMSs), as well as KSL words such as {after, 후}, {next, 다음}, {when, 때}. Complex sentences were realized by a linear arrangement of the spoken Korean corresponding with the KSL lexicon, but the embedding sentences predicates were omitted according to the KSL interpreter’s arbitrary interpretation. In the future, research should be conducted on the relationships among the interpretation strategies that can be used the sentence structures and interpretation methods, as well as the equivalence of KSL interpretation to Korean sentences.
Preprint e postprint em publicações científicas e no Direito: Discussões e medidas para ciência aberta e divulgação de pesquisas
Authors: Vasconcellos Vinicius , De-Lorenzi Felipe
Published: September 2020

Recentemente, a Revista Brasileira de Direito Processual Penal alterou suas políticas editoriais para, em conformidade com as diretrizes de Scielo e COPE, autorizar e incentivar o depósito de manuscritos em servidores certificados de preprint e postprint, de modo a ampliar a publicidade, a transparência e a celeridade na divulgação dos resultados de pesquisas científicas. Neste editorial, a partir de revisão bibliográfica, busca-se examinar alguns aspectos dessas práticas científicas, como sua origem, definição, benefícios e problemas, com foco na utilização nas ciências jurídicas – em particular, as criminais. Conclui-se que a tendência de ampliação do uso de preprints coloca novas perspectivas à produção de conhecimento e à editoração de revistas científicas, contribuindo com a consolidação de medidas para uma ciência aberta. Seus riscos e benefícios devem ser ponderados com cautela, mas as potenciais vantagens se sobressaem, como, por exemplo, a maior celeridade na divulgação científica e a possibilidade de maior debate para aprimoramentos na pesquisa até sua publicação definitiva.
“YAVAŞ KENT”İN OTANTİKLİK/ÖZGÜNLÜK BAĞLAMINDA KENT PAZARLAMA STRATEJİSİ OLARAK OKUNMASI
Authors: ERSAVAŞ KAVANOZ Suna , BUDAK Sevim
Published: September 2020

Bu çalışma, yavaş kent hareketinin
son dönem küreselleşme söylemi ile uyumlu bir kent pazarlama stratejisi olarak
görülüp görülemeyeceği sorusunun cevabını aramak üzerine kuruludur. Bu amaçla yavaş kent hareketi, küreselleşme
sürecinde kent pazarlama stratejileri ve söz konusu stratejilerin küçük
yerleşimler için ağırlıklı olarak turizm üzerinden yürütülmesi bağlamında
değerlendirilmektedir. Kentler farklılıklarını bir tanınma nesnesi haline
getirerek kendilerini özgün kılan değerlerini piyasalaştırmaktadırlar. Otantiklik/özgünlük
kavramı modern seyahatleri motive eden kültürel olarak kabul edilmiş bir ilke konumuna
gelmiştir. Kentlerin kendi özgün karakterinin sürdürülebileceği ve aynı zamanda
sakinlerinin yaşamaktan zevk alabileceği daha iyi bir çevreye sahip olacağı
kentler yaratmak amacı ile 1999 yılında kurulan Yavaş Kentler Birliği’nin üyesi
kentler bugün de sahip oldukları özgün kaynakları ile cazibe merkezi haline
gelmişlerdir. Yerel kalkınma stratejilerinin çehresi 70 sonrası
dönemde değişmiştir. Bu değişiklik çerçevesinde kentler için kolaylık
sağlayacak ara çözümlerden biri olarak bir ağa (city network) üye olmak ve bu
çerçevede kentin tanınılırlığını artırarak pazarlamak bir yöntem olarak
belirginleşmiştir. Yavaş kent ağları bu amaçla oluşturulmamış olmuş olsa bile,
bu ağa dâhil olan birçok kent, bu ağı cazibe merkezi olmalarını sağlamanın
yöntemlerinden biri ve marka değeri taşıyan bir etiket olarak görmeye ve
kullanmaya çalışmaktadır.  Kent yönetimleri de bu ağı kent pazarlama
stratejilerinin bir parçası olarak kullanmaktadırlar.
Code of Conduct v1
Authors: Ganley Emma , Makkaveeva Irina , Teytelman Lenny
Published: September 2020

Code of Conduct for protocols.io employees.
McGill Nanopore Native Barcoding LibPrep Protocol,10 ng NB v1
Authors: J Reiling Sarah , Roy Anne-Marie , Chen Shu-Huang , Ragoussis Ioannis
Published: September 2020

This protocol works for 12 native barcodes, 24 native barcodes, and 96 native barcodes.
Headaches in children: a clinical lecture
Authors: Ermakova Polina A. , Kotov Aleksey S.
Published: September 2020

Headaches are perhaps the most common complaint in children. Unfortunately, often not enough attention is paid to this complaint. Often, primary headache (tension headache, migraine) is interpreted as a symptom of a neurological or other disease, less often the opposite. Not enough attention is paid to the collection of an anamnesis, which determines the correct diagnosis for 90%. Despite its high prevalence, most of our knowledge about pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria and treatment methods is based on extrapolation of the results of studies conducted on adult patients. These extrapolations should be carried out carefully in the pediatric age group, since there are significant differences between children and adults in relation to the development and maturation of neuronal networks, psychosocial development and status, and therefore the pathophysiology and prevalence of various types of headaches. These differences, with respect to the type and manifestations of headaches in children and adolescents, can shed light on the progression of childhood headaches in adulthood.
We present a description of the clinical picture, diagnostic criteria, and treatment features for the most typical forms of headaches in children: tension headaches, migraines, infectious diseases (including meningococcal meningitis), diseases of ENT organs, urgent conditions, such as traumatic brain injury and subarachnoid hemorrhage. Also, attention is paid to some genetic syndromes CADASIL and MELAS. Special attention is paid to the so-called red flags dangerous symptoms that require immediate diagnostic or treatment procedures. The lecture presents the practical features of the clinical and neurological examination of children with headache complaints, modern classifications of tension and migraine headaches, age-specific prescribing algorithms, illustrations including the results of MRI, external examination of patients, and the course of various forms of headache.
Influence of Personal Respiratory and Visual Protective Equipment on the Development and Progression of Dry Eye Syndrome
Authors: Kuroyedov A. V. , Zavadski P. Ch. , Brezhnev A. Yu. , Gorodnichii V. V. , Gazizova I. R. , Seleznev A. V. , Onufriichuk O. N. , Razhko Yu. I. , Nagornova Z. M.
Published: September 2020

Purpose. To study the influence of personal protective equipment (PPE) of the respiratory and visual systems on the development and progression of dry eye syndrome (DES) and its relationship with other risk factors for medical workers.

Patients and methods. The data of 243 people (male — 22.2 %, female — 77.8 %) were analyzed as part of a multi-center analytical scientific one-step study. Total tear production (Schirmer I test) was studied at the beginning and the end of the working day in persons used PPE of respiratory system (disposable medical face mask, gauze masks or different types of respirators), as well as PPE of the eyes (protective half-closed/closed glasses or protective screens). Risk factors for the development and progression of DES were registered (age, smoking, systemic hormones intake, soft contact lenses), as well as the use of artificial tears.

Results. A decrease in the Schirmer I test score at the end of a 7–8 hour work shift was found by an average of 3 mm (from 13 (9; 16) mm to 10 (6; 15) mm, p < 0.001). Statistically significant changes were typical mainly for medical personnel (p < 0.001) with the maximum severity in persons working in outpatient sector. The presence of at least one DES risk factor was found in 30.5 % of patients, two factors — in 3.0 %, and three or more — in 7.0 %. There was no influence of risk factors on the degree of changes in total tear production. Reduced tear production is typical for some PPE of respiratory system (disposable masks and respirators) and the eye (screens and half-closed glasses) (p < 0.001). In people who do not use PPE of the eye, significant changes were detected only in the presence of risk factors.

Conclusion. The negative influence of various PPE of the respiratory system and eye on the total tear production was established. The decrease in the results of the Schirmer I test by the end of the working day was 20–25 % of the basic level, regardless of the presence of traditional risk factors for DES. The severity of changes depended on the type of PPE used. The data obtained are particularly relevant during the new COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and justify the need to establish specific prophylactic measures. One of the possible methods is the preventive use of artificial tears.
Surgical management of intrathoracic goiters: 20 years experience
Authors: Hazem Zribi , Amina Abdelkabir , Imen Bouassida , Mahdi Abdennadher , Sarra Maazaoui , Henda Neji , Abdel Marghli
Published: September 2020

Background: Surgery is necessary for intrathoracic goiters (ITG) even in asymptomatic forms considering the risks of compression and malignancy. The major problem is the adequate approach.  Intrathoracic goiter’s removal can be performed via a cervical approach, whereas sternotomy might be required intraoperatively in some cases.Methods: A retrospective analysis of twenty years on 122 cases of intrathoracic goiters in a referral centre for thoracic surgery was carried out.  We included secondary substernal goiters and ectopic thoracic goiters.Our aim was to define the specifities of this surgery and its outcomes. Postoperative data were examined as well as morbidity and mortality factors.Results: The most common symptoms included dyspnea, cough and dysphagia. Whereas Twenty-two patients were asymptomatic. One hundred sixteen patients underwent a successful transcervical incision without thoracic approach. Six cases of primary goiters were noted, of whom 3 were extracted via a cervical approach. Two cases showed unilateral recurrent nerve paralysis and two cases a hypoparathyroidism.Conclusions: Surgical management of intrathoracic goiter was correlated with low morbidity and mortality The cervical approach was performed in the vast majority of cases without an extra cervical procedure.  Intrathoracic approaches were restricted to some selected indications.
A double blinded comparative study between omega 3 fatty acid infusion versus octreotide infusion in acute pancreatitis
Authors: T. Narayanswamy , K. Supreeth , G. Sridhar
Published: September 2020

Background: Over decades the treatment of acute pancreatitis remains debatable with no common consensus on treatment guidelines, with some workers using octreotide infusion and some workers only relying on fluid therapy and symptomatic management. This double blinded comparative trial between omega 3 fatty acid infusion versus octreotide infusion and its response in cases of acute pancreatitis. Methods: This is a study where a double blinded randomised control trial was undertaken in proven cases of acute pancreatitis and patients were given omega 3 fatty acid infusion and octreotide infusion and the observations were documented and followed upon. 50 cases were given omega 3 fatty acid infusion and other 50 were given octreotide infusion and the clinical response, symptomatic improvement was assessed and compared using BISAP and Marshal scoring systems and lipase levels.Results: Omega 3 fatty acid infusion was found to be highly significant as compared to octreotide in cases of acute pancreatitis in terms of clinical improvement, reduced hospital stay, and SIRS.Conclusions: Omega 3 fatty acid infusion is the future in cases of acute pancreatitis which is cheap and easily available with no side effects and reduces the morbidity and mortality in acute pancreatitis with reduced hospital stay in turn resulting in overall reduced medical expenditure.
Prospective study of midline abdominal incisional hernia repair by component separation technique augmented with prosthetic mesh
Authors: Saroha Ravi , Paruthy Shivani B. , Singh Sunil
Published: September 2020

Background: In our tertiary care hospital, we receive a large number of acute abdomen cases. Raised intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) makes laparostomy mandatory initially and abdominal wall approximation cannot be completed due to compromised state in most cases. Large incisional hernias were seen on complete healing and this study was done to see the feasibility of component separation technique (CST) with mesh augmentation.Methods: 30 patients were subjected to CST with mesh augmentation. Preoperative defect size mapping, Pre- and post-operative monitoring of IAP were done. Pain scoring by visual analogue scale (VAS), early and late complications was noted. Patients were followed up for 60 months.Results: CST with mesh augmentation was found to be feasible with 96.77% success rate as no recurrence was noted in follow up. Preoperative average Basal metabolic index was 26.09. Size of defect varied from 17-20×9-16 cm2 (length X width). Seroma seen in 50% of patients was managed without any intervention. Skin necrosis in 6.6% and wound dehiscence in 3.33%, managed with minimal debridement & local wound care respectively. Respiratory compromise and hematoma were not seen and no patient required any active ICU care. Average length of hospital stay was 5.22 days. Close monitoring of IAP in immediate post-operative period was found to be significant.Conclusion: Physical acceptance of stable abdominal wall gives a psychological boost to patients with early recovery in form of ambulation and early return to work.
Surgical diseases and surgical outcomes in geriatric patients
Authors: Chawan Amba Prasad , Rathore Yashwant Singh , Chumber Sunil , Kataria Kamal
Published: September 2020

Background: To study the demography, disease distribution and co morbid conditions, complications and mortality among elderly patients undergoing operation in general surgical wards.Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted among elderly patients of age ≥60 years admitted in General Surgery wards at our institute for a period of a year. Results: A total of 137 patients were recruited in this study. Out of them 62.04% were men and 37.96% were women. Most common system involved was hepatobiliary with a total of 38 cases (27.7%), most common surgical disease in our study was hernias (27%) and gallstone disease (25%). About 55.5% of our study population had co morbid medical conditions. Hypertension was the most common co morbidity (38%) in our study. Out of 137 cases, 115 cases were elective cases and 22 were emergency cases, operated in emergency settings. About 16.7% of the study population had surgical complications. Post-operative seroma formation at the surgical site was the most common complication. About 7 cases were succumbed to death and mortality rate was about 5.1% in our study population.Conclusion: Prevalence of medical co morbidities is higher in elderly population. Out of them, hypertension and diabetes mellitus are the most common co morbid conditions. Most common indications for elective surgery in our study are hernias and gallstone disease. Early elective surgical intervention is preferred in elderly population when presented, as age, co morbidities and emergency settings increase risk of perioperative mortality.
Post head injury neurobehavioral sequelae: severity among alcoholics
Authors: Sreemathyamma Sunilkumar B. , Asher Prasanth , Baburaj Palamkunnil T. , Kutty Raja K. , Beevi Sharmad Mohammed Haneefa Suharban , Peethambaran Anilkumar , Leela Sureshkumar Kunjini
Published: September 2020

Background: Alcohol use and traumatic brain injury (TBI) are closely linked public health problems. Alcohol intoxication is one of the major risk factor for TBI, and is a main determinant of prognosis in terms of mortality and functional outcome. The aim of the study is to find out the impact of alcoholism in the neurobehavioral outcome following TBI.Methods: A total of 150 head injury patients were divided into two groups: alcoholics and non-alcoholics, and evaluated between six weeks to one year after injury using the revised neurobehavioral rating scale by Levin et al (NRS-R) for the evaluation of neurobehavioral sequelae and the outcome was compared between groups.Results: The study showed significant difference between the groups indicating that the neurobehavioral sequelae were more in the chronic alcoholics group. In the comparison of individual factors, all except factors III (negative symptoms) and IV (mood and affect) were found to be significantly different. The factors I (executive), II (positive symptoms), V (oral and motor), and VI (not loading on any of the factors) were significant at 0.01 level.Conclusions: Chronic alcoholism significantly increases the risk of developing neurobehavioral sequelae after traumatic brain injury.
A case of adrenal cortical carcinoma with inferior vena cava thrombus extending into the right atrium: a two staged procedure
Authors: Magesh Chandranathan , Thangarasu Mathisekaran , JayaPrakash SanjayPrakash , Jain Nitesh
Published: September 2020

We present a case of adrenal cortical carcinoma (ACC) with tumor thrombus involving the inferior vena cava (IVC) and right atrium in a morbidly obese, middle-aged female. ACC is a rare type of cancer with a poor outcome. Most cases present with metastasis at the time of initial presentation. This patient presented with breathing difficulty and flank pain. With endocrinology evaluation and collaborative effort of multidisciplinary teams, the patient successfully underwent staged procedures of atrial clot evacuation after thoracotomy with cardiopulmonary bypass (CBP) along with inferior vena cava thrombectomy (IVCT) and left radical nephroadrenalectomy. The two staged procedure reduces the mortality when compared with a single staged procedure. The patient underwent atrial clot evacuation, performed by cardiothoracic surgery team under CBP and deployment of IVC filter by interventional radiologist as a first staged procedure. At six months of follow-up, the patient had locoregional disease spread but with good functional status. This case report highlights that even a high-volume disease, with proper planning by an experienced surgical team, can be operated successfully with an acceptable post-surgery quality of life for the patients.
Laparoscopic de-roofing of liver cyst with biliary communication, success or failure: case report
Authors: Pant Priyanka , Basak Samindra Nath
Published: September 2020

A 39 year old gentleman complained of right upper abdominal pain. Ultrasonography revealed cholelithiasis with a cystic space occupying lesion in liver of around 14 cm. Computed tomograpy of whole abdomen was done which revealed a cystic lesion of 14.1×10.6×12.4 cm dimensions in right lobe of liver suggestive of simple cyst. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was done along with de-roofing of cyst wall, bile leak was noted from a tiny orifice which was found communicating with biliary system by intraoperative cholangiography. Primary closure of opening done by suturing laparoscopically. Patient did well postoperatively and followed for 2 years with no complications and/or recurrence.A 39 year old gentleman complained of right upper abdominal pain. Ultrasonography revealed cholelithiasis with a cystic space occupying lesion in liver of around 14 cm. Computed tomograpy of whole abdomen was done which revealed a cystic lesion of 14.1×10.6×12.4 cm dimensions in right lobe of liver suggestive of simple cyst. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was done along with deroofing of cyst wall, bile leak was noted from a tiny orifice which was found communicating with biliary system by intraop cholangiography. Primary closure of opening done by suturing laparoscopically. Patient did well postoperatively and followed for 2 years with no complications and/or recurrence. A 39 year old gentleman complained of right upper abdominal pain. Ultrasonography revealed cholelithiasis with acystic space occupying lesion in liver of around 14 cm. Computed tomograpy of whole abdomen was done whichrevealed a cystic lesion of 14.1×10.6×12.4 cm dimensions in right lobe of liver suggestive of simple cyst. Laparoscopiccholecystectomy was done along with de-roofing of cyst wall, bile leak was noted from a tiny orifice which was foundcommunicating with biliary system by intraoperative cholangiography. Primary closure of opening done by suturinglaparoscopically. Patient did well postoperatively and followed for 2 years with no complications and/or recurrence.
Safe leg surgery: the anatomic principles and techniques
Authors: S. V. Akshay Kumar , S. Venkatesh Babu
Published: September 2020

The goals of surgical treatment of leg injury are to achieve soft tissue healing, good osseous union and to restore the length of the limb, correct alignment of both bones with their respective joints and normal range of movements of the entire limb at the earliest. Presently, the surgical treatment has been standardised for the tibia fractures for adults and children. Though the surgical progress made in the implants, instruments and techniques, there are considerable surgical complications happening. This article highlights the need of anatomical expertise and safe operative ability for the surgeon.
Surgical emergencies, onco-surgeries and colorectal surgeries in COVID-19 pandemic: practical advice based on the global experience and at Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre
Authors: Gowtham Thakut , Kadiyal Abhinandan Milind , Murchite Sheetal A. , Kulkarni Rajendra Madhukar , Gaikwad Vaishali Vinayak
Published: September 2020

The existing coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is challenging healthcare systems at global level. We provide a practical strategy to reform pathways of emergency elective onco-surgery and colorectal surgery in the COVID- 19 pandemic. The novelists, from areas affected by the COVID-19, thought to outline the key-points to be conferred. Responsibilities were allotted, concerning specific characteristics of surgical emergencies, onco-surgery and colorectal surgery during the pandemic, including the administrative management of the catastrophe in India. The endorsements were collected and summarized. During the swift spread of COVID-19, it remains thoughtful to halt non-cancer procedures and prioritize surgical emergencies. Endoscopy, proctological procedures have to be completed selectively. With colorectal emergencies, a conservative approach is recommended. Detailed procedures should be followed when operating on COVID-19 patients, using committed personal protective equipment and adhering to specific rules, containing minimally invasive surgery. These guidelines summarize the strict instruction of entry/ exit into theatres and operating block as well as advice on performing procedures carefully to decrease risk of contracting the virus. It is likely that restructuring of health system is required, at central, state, and district levels. A description of the strategy adopted in Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College Hospital, Kolhapur is provided. Evidence on the management of patients requiring surgery for surgical emergencies, onco-surgery and colorectal conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic is presently deficient. Healthcare professionals have succeeded with high volumes of surgical patients during the pandemic, could be useful to alleviate some risks and decrease exposure to other patients, public and healthcare staff.
Etiological profile and correlation of radiological and endoscopic modalities for evaluation of nasal obstruction: a hospital-based study
Authors: Sachdeva Kavita , Varshney Ruchir
Published: September 2020

Background: Nasal obstruction causes considerable disease burden on our society and is frequently under-treated and under-evaluated. Aim of the study was to establish etiological profile and evaluate correlation of radiological and endoscopic modalities for evaluation of nasal obstruction.

Methods: Ninety patients with nasal obstruction presenting to OPD of a tertiary hospital were evaluated with history/physical examination, rhinoscopy and radiological assessment by X-ray of para nasal sinuses (PNS), Computerized tomography of PNS (CT-PNS) and nasal endoscopy.

Results: Inflammatory polyps were most common cause (33%) of nasal obstruction in our population which was young in age (20-40 years), the obstruction being predominantly of short duration (<10 months). CT-PNS had significantly better performance than X-ray PNS in detection of nasal polyp and cyst. There was good agreement between CT-PNS and nasal endoscopy for most of the cases. Polyps and mucosal oedema had significantly higher detection rates by endoscopy while CT-PNS was better in assessment of DNS.

Conclusion: CT-PNS and Nasal endoscopy are superior for assessment of nasal obstruction and complement each other.

 
Evaluation of the quality of life before and after functional endoscopic sinus surgery among patients with nasal polyps by means of SF-36 questionnaire
Authors: Deeba Farah , Abbas Syed Waseem , Ali Ihsan
Published: September 2020

Background: Aim of the study was to evaluate the quality of life before and after FESS among patients with nasal polyps.

Material and Method: This study was done in Government Medical College Srinagar from January 2019 to December 2019 for a period of 12 months.  A total of 69 patients with nasal polyposis who underwent FESS were included in the study. They were given a questionnaire SF-36 to be fulfilled preoperatively, 3 months and at 6 months after surgery.

Result: The preoperative SF-36 score was 79.35 and postoperative score was 83.62 at 3 months, 86.88 at 6 months.

Conclusion: SF-36 questionnaire values showed improvement at 3 months and then at 6 months of follow up.
RELIGIÃO E PSICOLOGIA NO AZUL DA CONGREGAÇÃO DA IMACULADA CONCEIÇÃO DE CASTRES
Authors: Munhoz Juiana Neri
Published: September 2020

Algumas questões que envolvem a religião são discutidas pelo viés da Psicologia da Religião pensando na influência da religião e da religiosidade na saúde do indivíduo, observando assim alguns traços positivos e negativos sobre sua saúde mental. Nos estudos e pesquisas sobre as relações entre práticas religiosas e saúde psicológica encontramos um elemento importante presente nestes grupos religiosos que seria a figura do líder religioso. Alguns quadros psicológicos encontrados nestes líderes podem se relacionar a algumas condições individuais ou religiosas impostas. Neste aspecto este artigo irá relacionar estudos já feitos com as experiências de algumas freiras da Congregação das Irmãs Azuis de 1836 a 1844 na França.
COMPARTILHANDO O CORPO DE CRISTO: EUCARISTIA EM PERSPECTIVA DIACONAL
Authors: Gaede Neto Rodolfo
Published: September 2020

Estuda-se a dimensão diaconal da eucaristia e a sua relevância para a eclesiologia. Para tanto, verifica-se a relação existente entre a Última Ceia e as ceias rotineiras que Jesus realizava com o povo durante o seu ministério. O estudo da prática da comensalidade de Jesus e do uso que ele fazia, em seus ensinamentos, da imagem da ceia como metáfora para o Reino de Deus, ocupa a primeira parte do texto. Num segundo momento, tematiza-se a relação existente entre a comensalidade e a instituição da eucaristia, buscando perceber o caráter de continuidade histórica e inseparabilidade entre ambas. Em terceiro lugar, a atenção recai sobre a perspectiva diaconal dessa relação. Esta é apresentada em forma de teses, nas quais se procura evidenciar que a perspectiva diaconal da eucaristia se faz perceber no fato de que a primeira diaconia é a do próprio Deus através de Cristo; que ela possui uma dimensão escatológica; caracteriza-se pela gratuidade, pela partilha, pela inclusão, pela transformação, pela reconciliação e pelo empoderamento. Quanto à metodologia, segue-se as diretrizes da pesquisa bibliográfica, analisando dados colhidos em textos publicados principalmente na área da hermenêutica bíblica, com foco na eucaristia e na diaconia cristã.
EMERGÊNCIA ESPIRITUAL À LUZ DA PSICOLOGIA TRANSPESSOAL
Authors: Villanueva Tereza Cristina Bittencourt , Àcciari Arlete Silvá
Published: September 2020

O presente trabalho tem como objetivo ampliar a compreensão do processo de emergência espiritual, apresentar suas características, processos desencadeadores, sintomas, desafios no diagnóstico e terapêutica apropriada. Para tanto, foi utilizada pesquisa bibliográfica e metodologia fundamentada na abordagem qualitativa, o que permitiu concluir que a emergência espiritual inclui estados mentais incomuns que a psiquiatria tradicional diagnostica e trata como distúrbios mentais, mas que deveriam ser consideradas crises de transformação pessoal. Essa nova perspectiva no tratamento desses processos é essencial para o caminho de autotransformação e equilíbrio psicoespiritual.
A ESPIRITUALIDADE EM UMA SOCIEDADE QUE ENVELHECE
Authors: Zanardini Francisco Ernesto Halila
Published: September 2020

O propósito deste artigo é contextualizar a questão do envelhecimento populacional e as repercussões na sociedade atual, onde a espiritualidade e a religiosidade são dimensões crescentes e de amparo necessário neste ciclo vital, determinando inúmeros benefícios elencados para melhores enfrentamentos que trazem os desafios na velhice, pois esta determina vulnerabilidade na saúde e nos papéis sociais do indivíduo que envelhece. Porém ressalta-se que existem limites precisos e amparos legais nos cuidados espirituais para que estes superem teodicéias e não determinem qualquer situação de risco aos idoso.
RELIGIÃO E EPIDEMIA: LEGITIMAÇÕES RELIGIOSAS PARA O SOFRIMENTO
Authors: Lemos Fernanda , Campos Zuleica Dantas Pereira
Published: September 2020

Em 2015, a Organização Mundial da Saúde inseriu o Brasil no centro de uma emergência global, em detrimento dos casos de infecção por Zika Vírus. A partir deste ano, mulheres acometidas por esta epidemia transmitiram o Zika para os fetos durante a gestação. A consequência teratogênica da infecção fora a ‘Síndrome Congênita por Zika Vírus’, popularmente conhecida como ‘casos de microcefalia’. Passados três anos do surto epidêmico, mulheres, principalmente nordestinas, tiveram suas biografias interferidas pelas consequências da doença. Portanto, esse ensaio analisa a realidade social de uma maternidade marcada pela Síndrome Congênita, bem como seu enfrentamento diante da instabilidade e do sofrimento gerados por este advento. Estamos nos perguntando, portanto, se a religiosidade contribui na elaboração de legitimações para ressignificar a realidade social. Para tanto, acompanhamos e entrevistamos (2017-2018) mães que tratavam seus filhos em uma Fundação de Apoio à Pessoa com Deficiência na cidade de João Pessoa/PB, com objetivo de observar suas religiosidades e o enfrentamento social da doença. Constatou-se que o sofrimento trazido com a doença mudou radicalmente a biografia dos sujeitos, isso posto, as produções teodicéicas contribuíram no enfrentamento dessa realidade ao ressignificar suas trágicas experiências.
A CULTURA DO ENCONTRO COMO CHAVE DE LEITURA DA CARTA ENCÍCLICA LAUDATO SI’ DO PAPA FRANCISCO
Authors: Ferraz Chrystiano Gomes , Cardoso Maria Teresa De Freitas
Published: September 2020

O artigo propôs uma leitura da Laudato Si’ a partir do conceito de Cultura do Encontro, importante ênfase teológico-pastoral do Papa Francisco. Traçamos a trajetória do conceito, desde sua primeira aparição nos discursos bergoglianos até a consolidação da proposta de implementação de uma Cultura do Encontro para além dos ambientes da Igreja, durante o pontificado de Francisco. Assim, buscou-se a justa compreensão do conceito para responder à pergunta-hipótese: A Laudato Si’ pode ser interpretada como uma proposta de promoção da Cultura do Encontro no âmbito global? Respondemos positivamente. É no Encontro que podemos colocar em diálogo as nossas questões comuns.
SAÚDE E RELIGIÃO EM PERSPECTIVA DE GÊNERO - REFLEXÕES A PARTIR DE HILDEGARD VON BINGEN E KATHARINA VON BORA
Authors: Blasi Marcia , Schaper Valério Guilherme
Published: September 2020

Por muitos séculos, saúde e religião andaram juntas. Às mulheres cabia a tarefa de cuidar de pessoas doentes através de dietas e ervas medicinais. Hildegard von Bingen e Katharina von Bora foram mulheres que, cada uma em seu tempo e contexto, foram atuantes na prática da medicina caseira e nos cuidados com a saúde. O presente artigo procura verificar como elas encontraram frestas para atuar na sociedade, compartilhando sabedoria e conhecimentos.
O PROTÓTIPO PROFÉTICO VETEROTESTAMENTÁRIO NO PROCESSO DE HUMANIZAÇÃO EM ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL
Authors: Guerra Danilo Dourado , Nogueira Emivaldo Silva
Published: September 2020

Este artigo tem como objetivo pesquisar na complexidade do pensamento religioso de Abraham Joshua Heschel a importância dos Profetas no processo de humanização a partir da visão judaica. Na abordagem hescheliana, os Profetas, protótipos imagéticos inseparáveis de sua elaboração filosófico-teológica, se constituem como chaves interpretativas para nosso tempo, sobretudo, quando relacionados ao processo de humanização do homem moderno e ao ato de rememorar seu imo divino. Esse rememorar, por sua vez, se transfigura no renovo do insight fundante, ferramenta primeva na constituição da religião e dos parâmetros éticos da humanidade. De forma conclusiva, perante o quadro animalizante que insistimos em reproduzir, Heschel faz-se voz profética hodierna. Seu vocativo assinala que os Profetas bíblicos podem se tornar uma fonte de inspiração ao homem que anseia humanizar-se.
CIDADANIA E ISLAMISMO NA FRANÇA
Authors: Pinheiro Jorge , Pinheiro dos Santos Naira
Published: September 2020

Este artigo trata do desafio que a presença do Islã na França representa para o país. Tanto a condição de imigrantes quanto a identidade imediatamente associada a uma religião com grande visibilidade pública faz da população muçulmana alvo de intolerâncias ou de um entrecruzamento de discriminações, que atingem principalmente as mulheres muçulmanas. Tal situação tem também um impacto sobre a laicidade. Apesar do visível confronto, há um diálogo entre muçulmanos liberais, fundamentalistas, e as diferentes visões da laicidade francesa.
Supports of ceramic mixture for acelerated growth of Mycobacterium smegmatis
Authors: Garibay Escobar Adriana , Brown Bojórquez Francisco , Vazquez Paz Flor Madalitza , Muñoz Palma Iliana Celina I. , Pérez Tello Manuel
Published: September 2020

Mycobacterium smegmatis (Ms), with its short generation time and low biosafety requirements, serves as an appropriate model to study Mycobacteria in general and is useful for assays of anti-tuberculosis agents. Recently, ceramic materials have been used in biomedical applications as a substrate. The aim of this work was to evaluate the ability of growth by Ms over supports prepared with a ceramic mixture. The supports were synthetized from hydroxyapatite (HA) and In2TiO5. SEM, EDS and XRD were used for analyze its final chemical composition. The increase of the oxygen concentration it is attributed to photocatalytic effect promoted by the sunlight exposure of supports immersed on MDB 7H9. The ceramic mixture, was responsible of the oxygen increase and, consequently, of the increase of eight times on the minimal inhibitory concentration in rezasurine assays on microplate. The use of the ceramic support showed the Ms growth 24 h before respect to the control without support.
Densidad y módulo dinámico longitudinal de tres maderas angiospermas impregnadas con boro.
Authors: Sotomayor Castellanos Javier Ramón , Ávila Calderón Luz Elena Alfonsina
Published: September 2020

El objetivo de la investigación fue determinar las densidades y los módulos dinámicos con vibraciones longitudinales, antes y después de impregnar con sales de boro las maderas de Spathodea campanulata, Fraxinus americana y Albizia plurijuga. Para cada especie se prepararon 40 probetas, se impregnaron con el método de baño caliente-frío y se determinaron las retenciones correspondientes a concentraciones de 1 %, 2 % y 3 %. Las densidades de las maderas no se modifican después del tratamiento. Los módulos dinámicos de F. americana y A. plurijuga no variaron por el tratamiento. Caso diferente es S. campanulata cuyos módulos dinámicos sí variaron.
Algal Blooms and Phosphate Eutrophication of Inland Water Ecosystems with Special Reference to India
Authors: Prasad Rajendra , Prasad Samendra
Published: September 2020

Algal blooms lead to hypoxia resulting in the mortality of fish and other aquatic animals in inland as well as marine waters. A number of reports on fish mortality in lakes and river waters due to hypoxia are available in India. The main cause of algal blooms is reported to be the eutrophication of inland and marine waters with plant nutrients, of which phosphate is the most important. Phosphate is added to inland and marine waters from run-offs from agricultural fields receiving phosphate fertilizers. Phosphate is also added to the waters from untreated human solid waste and sewage in the river and lake waters from nearby towns and cities. An N:P ratio of less than 10:1 is reported to encourage bloomer phytoplankton. Causes other than hypoxia, responsible for the mortality of fish and other aquatic animals include the production of neurotoxins and methanol by phytoplankton, heavy metals from industrial effluents and residues of pesticides from agricultural fields.
Soil Recarbonization Potential of Crop Residues and their Management through Inter-Convertible Carbon Triangle (ICCtriangle)
Authors: Singh Poonam C. , Tandon Ashmita , Srivastava Suchi , Chauhan Puneet S. , Srivastava Pankaj K. , Tewari S. K.
Published: September 2020

Intensive cropping is a major cause of depleting soil organic carbon (SOC) eventually leading to soil infertility. Restoration of depleted SOC requires renewable sources of organic amendments. Crop residue (CR), mostly lost due to burning in many parts of the world, is a generously available renewable source of organic carbon (OC) that can be used for soil recarbonization. The study presents an overview of the OC losses and pollution due to residue burning in India and explores the perspective of using surplus CR to restore SOC and promote ecosystem services for sustainable agriculture. We reviewed and quantified the magnitude of CR generated, and its fertilization potential in the Indo-Gangetic Region (IGR), an intensively cultivated region of India where rice straw burning is prevalent. A novel concept of interconvertible carbon triangle (ΔICC) is proposed based on the three carbon pools, SOC from the soil, CO2,/CO from the atmosphere and organic carbon (OC) from plant biomass to assess the instability of an agricultural land and estimate the SOC requirements based on the crop production data. The study reviews the availability of OC and other nutrients in CR and professes the need of technologies to divert the surplus CR to improving soil fertility and mitigate environmental pollution due to agricultural burnings.
In vivo Rooting, Acclimatization and Ex situ Conservation of Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill. (Beles) in Tigray Region of Ethiopia, Africa
Authors: Shukla Shastri Prasad , Hailu Zinabu , Kehsay Yemene
Published: September 2020

Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill. commonly known as prickly pear or Beles is a xerophytic, succulent, CAM (Crassulacean Acid Metabolism) plant introduced in Ethiopia (Africa), particularly to Tigray region between 1848 and 1920. It is known as a multipurpose plant since it can be used as human food (fruits and vegetables), medicine and ornamental plants, fodder, natural wind barrier, soil stabilizer, re-vegetation resource in eroded soils. Stem of this plant has been reported to treat diabetes and useful in the cure of hyperlipidemy (excess of lipids in the blood) and obesity. It is well recognized for their wound healing properties and anticancer effects. Conventionally, it is propagated by seeds but physiological limitations of the seeds, such as; low germination rate, genetic segregation, less guarantee of genetic stability, a long juvenile stage, less availability and low viability, and slow seedling growth rate are major constraints in the multiplication of this species in nature. In the present study we developed an efficient procedure for mass multiplication, acclimatization and ex-situ conservation of this succulent plant in Adigrat region of Ethiopia (Africa). In the present study out of six used in vitro - raised clones, maximum average height of the plantlet (13 cm.) and width (8.5 cm.) were observed in the plantlets (X6 ) and (X5 ) clones at 30.29 and 29.15oC temperatures, respectively on a modified substrate. Here, the effects of temperature and duration were significant in the increment of clones height and width. Thus, the developed efficient acclimatization techniques of this crop will ensure the supply of the in vitro-raised plantlets throughout the year to the consumers in Tigray region of Ethiopia.
Implications of Land Use Dynamics on Ecosystem Service Value: A Case Study from Goalpara District of Assam, Northeast India
Authors: Deka Sangeeta , Singha Lal Bihari , Tripathi Om Prakash
Published: September 2020

Systematic studies on implications of land use change on ecosystem service value (ESV) at landscape level are scarce in Northeast India hence, a case study was undertaken in the vicinity of Ghagra Pahar Forest (GPF) predominated by tropical deciduous forest in Goalpara district of Assam. Study aims to assess the ecosystem services (ES) provided by the forest ecosystem. Altogether 23 ES were identified and grouped based on peoples’ knowledge and perceptions. Study area has been categorized in to six land use types. Temporal change analysis revealed that the area coverage under plantation, agriculture and settlement expanded, on the contrary, forest cover, water bodies and grassland decreased remarkably within a time gap of 20 years. The total ESV for the study area was disproportionately distributed among the different functions of ecosystem. Agricultural land contributed the maximum ESV. The total ESV declined at a rate of 0.64 percent per year with a net decrease of 12.7 percent. Sensitivity analysis shows that the values were less than unity indicating that total ecosystem service values would fluctuate only by 0.03-0.42 percent. Results of this study would be useful to the land use planners and policy makers to prioritise conservation efforts for sustainable resource management.
Changes of Photosynthetic Parameters in Jatropha curcas L. Leaves under Cobalt Stress
Authors: Patra Kamal Kant , Oberoi Deepti , Joshi Rajat Kumar , Prasad Raghunath , Pandey Dharam Deo
Published: September 2020

In the present investigation, changes of photosynthetic parameters including net photosynthetic rate (PN); stomatal conductance (gs), transpiration rate (E), and water-use efficiency (WUE) were studied in Jatropha (Jatropha curcas cv. DARL-2) under different concentrations of cobalt (Co) (0, 100, 200, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 mg kg-1) toxicity. The PN, gs, and E trends were shown in increasing trends up to 200 mg kg-1 Co in comparison to controlled plants. However, trends of WUE and photosynthetic pigments [chlorophyll a, b, (a+b), and carotenoids] were found in decreasing order in all concentrations of cobalt stress as compared to controlled plants. The PN value was ~1.33, and ~2.44 fold higher in 100 and 200 mg kg-1 but decreased ~2.61, ~6.86, and ~15.40 fold in 400, 600, and 800 mg kg-1 cobalt treatment, respectively. Similarly, the gs rate was ~1.33, and ~1.69 fold higher in 100 and 200 mg kg-1 but decreased ~1.89, ~3.38, and ~8.71 fold in 400, 600, and 800 mg kg-1 cobalt treatment. The E was significantly ~1.44, ~2.74, and ~1.35 fold higher in 100, 200, and 400 mg kg-1 decreased ~1.03 and ~1.43 fold in 600 and 800 mg kg-1. The WUE was ~0.93, ~0.89, ~3.50, ~6.51, and ~10.76 fold decreased in all Co treated plants. In addition, the content of photosynthetic pigments [chlorophyll a, b, (a+b), and carotenoids] was varying in all Co treated plants. All studied plants were survived morphologically up to 800 mg kg-1 but seedlings were not survived due to severe cobalt toxicity stress in 1000 mg kg-1. Among studied plants, Jatropha seedlings showed the best survival potential under 200 mg kg-1 Co stress.