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Teaching wrestling at school: proposal of a new pedagogical approach based on games for learning of technical moves
Authors: Melki Hasan , Bouzid Mohamed S.
Published: April 2023

Background and Study Aim. The purpose of this study was to find the effect of the game based on educational method and technical approach on the performance of legs attacks in free-style wrestling.
Material and Methods. The type of research was semi-experimental. Participants included 20 boys’ students who were divided into two groups based on the game-based approach (10) and technical training (10). The teaching unit was a format of 12 lessons over 4 weeks (2 days per week). Each lesson lasted 60 minutes. At the end of each training session, the participants played benchmark bouts, one on one, for 2 x 6 minutes. The data were analyzed using SPSS 16 software at a significance level of 0.05.
Results. The results showed that both the game-based and technical approach groups had a significant improvement in successful leg attacks in free-style wrestling. With regard to the preparation of leg attacks, there was no improvement for the technical approach group.  However, the game-based group had a significant improvement in the total number of attacks compared to the technical group.
Conclusions. The results suggest that the use of a game-based educational method can significantly increase the important factors of wrestling performance related to leg attacks in young wrestlers. Teachers can connect actions from other technical movements from the same family of leg attacks.
Analysis of gross motoric analysis of elementary school students: A comparative study of students in hill and coastal areas
Authors: Juni Samodra Y Touvan , Suryadi Didi , Wati Isti Dwi Puspita , Supriatna Eka , Santika I Gusti Putu Ngurah Adi , Suganda Mikkey Anggara , Dewi Putu Citra Permana
Published: April 2023

Background and Study Aim. Motor skills are a very important ability for every student to have because they can affect their full development. However, the growth and development of elementary school-age children is likely to be influenced by environmental factors such as family, social environment, school environment. This study aims to determine differences in gross motor skills in elementary school students in lower grades in hilly and coastal areas. Material and Methods. This research includes quantitative research with a cross sectional study approach. In this study were given tests and measurements to measure gross motor skills in elementary school students using the Gross Motor Development-2 Test (TGMD-2): running tests, gallops, hops, horizontal jumps, leaps, slides, striking a stationary ball, stationary dribble, catch, kick, overhand throw, and underhand roll. The subjects in this study were male students in the lower grades of SD Negeri 38 Nanga Tayap in the hilly area and SD Negeri 27 Sungai Kakap in the coastal area. The purposive sampling technique resulted in a sample of 45 samples consisting of 21 students from hilly areas and 24 students from coastal areas. Data analysis in this study was assisted by the SPSS Version 26 application. Results. Based on these results, it can be concluded that there are significant differences in gross motor skills between students  in hilly areas and coastal areas. The results also show that the gross motor skills of  students in hilly areas are classified as low. These results tend to be in the Poor category. Compared to the gross motor skills of students in coastal areas which show a Very Superior dominance. Conclusions. The results of the study proved that the gross motor skills of students in hilly and coastal areas had significant differences. These findings have provided additional references regarding gross motor skills of students. This can be used as material for evaluation by teachers and sports practitioners in designing suitable programs to stimulate gross motor skills in elementary school students.
Comparison of physiological characteristics and physical performance measures among athletes from random intermittent dynamic type sports
Authors: Ahsan Mohammad , Feroz Ali Mohammad
Published: April 2023

Background and Study Aim. The physiological [Maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max),  Peak Inspiratory Flow (PIF), Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF), Force Vital Capacity (FVC)] and physical performance measures [power, dynamic balance, flexibility, agility, and speed] are the key determinants in random intermittent dynamic type sports which enable the players to address decisive situations. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine the physiological and physical measures among athletes from random intermittent dynamic type sports. Material and Methods. A comparative cross-sectional study with 56 male athletes, 14 in each sport (Rugby, Soccer, Volleyball, Futsal) was conducted. The mean age was 23.59±4.27 years, body mass 71.96±10.10 kg, body height 174.71±6.82 cm, and BMI 23.51±2.38 kg/m2. Physiological characteristics and physical performance measures were measured by using dry spirometer and functional tests respectively. A one-way analysis of variance test was performed to determine differences between athletes for physiological and physical performance measures. Results. There were significant differences for physiological characteristics (VO2max,  PIF, PEF, and FVC) and physical performance measures (power, dynamic balance, flexibility, agility and speed) in athletes from random intermittent dynamic type sports. Conclusions. These findings showed significant differences for physiological and physical performance characteristics among athletes from random intermittent dynamic type sports. These measures are responsible for improving physiological and physical performance to achieve top athletic achievements. While constructing the training program, morphological and functional factors should be considered based on the game’s nature.
The effect of exercise using auxiliary tools in learning the forehand and backhand skills of female tennis students
Authors: Abdullah Adnan , Zayed Wadii , Naila Bali
Published: April 2023

Background and Study Aim. The present study investigates the effect of exercise using auxiliary tools. It should facilitate learning process of the forehand and backhand skills of female tennis students of physical education and sports. It can also be used by workers in the field of performance and different motor responses.
Material and Methods. An experimental method with two group pretest and posttest design approached the 20 volunteers of female sports students (age 19±2), who had participated in a training course. The sample is divided into 2 groups of experimental and control according to the score of the forehand and backhand tests and measurements. Analyses were performed using statistical software SPSS 23 (Statistical Package for social science) program. The following variables were calculated using: Arithmetic mean, Standard deviation, Simplex correlation coefficient (Pearson), T-test for related means.
Results. The study showed a significant value (p=0.001, p<0.05) in the acquisition of the forehand and backhand skills after post-test assessment when compared to pretest. However, significant differences emerged in developing some basic tennis skills. The special exercises with auxiliary tools made a remarkable development in all basic skills.
Conclusions. Coaches play a key role in use of suitable equipment in tennis teaching programs. Voluntary participation in such tests provides effectiveness feedback on teachers teaching and adequacy of performance acquisition gained by learners. This study will encourage teachers to use special exercises with auxiliary tools in learning and acquiring basic skills in games and sports activities.
Fake News as the axis of contemporary Higher Education
Authors:   Department of didactics and school organization, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza (Spain), Lafarga Ostáriz Pablo , Soler Costa Rebeca ,   Department of didactics and school organization, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza (Spain), Schultis Sławomir ,   Studium Języków Obcych, Uniwersytet Rzeszowski, Rzeszów (Poland)
Published: April 2023

New digital trends are generating new habits in society. The democratization of mobile devices, such as smartphones, has caused a new paradigm in areas such as access to information and the skills necessary to be an active part of society. The end of this revolution is still impossible to define, however, there are already numerous customs that have been displaced towards virtual contexts. The latest generations are verifying how Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are the axis of daily processes, one of them being access to information. During the last decades, the change regarding the consumption of information, as well as entertainment, has become evident, with a clear conversion towards fast and digital reading content. A situation which repercussions are manifested transversally in society, from those generations that have grown up with physical newspapers to the most recent ones and who find non-daily news obsolete. Its impact in the educational field is reflected when considering the personal development of students and their preparation for the 21st century. It is a context in which digital skills are no longer complementary but necessary, from the personal sphere to the professional through the social. Training requirements are reflected in institutions such as higher education, both university, and professional training.
Demokratyzacja edukacji w liceach – jak ją rozumieją uczniowie?
Authors:   Uniwersytet Rzeszowski, Tłuczek-Tadla Ewa
Published: April 2023

The subject matter addressed in this paper, also appearing in theoretical considerations and research carried out over the past 30 years, seems to be particularly relevant from the viewpoint of the democratic changes in Polish schools. The COVID-19 pandemic, lasting for over two years, was a time which brought specific experiences to young people, also related to education. The article starts with theoretical considerations focusing on the values, which are of particular relevance for assessing the state of the democratic changes in this institution. The text also focuses on various issues related to the organs of school democracy, i.e., student self-government and school council. The next part of the article explains the procedure used in the current study. In its central part, the article presents findings of the study assessing how secondary school students understood democratic changes in education in their schools during the specific time of the COVID-19 pandemic (during distance learning and face-to-face interactions at school). The text ends with conclusions from the present study, followed by pedagogical recommendations for secondary school headmasters, teachers and educators as well as students.
Zdalna pomoc psychologiczno-pedagogiczna dla uczniów z niepełnosprawnością intelektualną w opiniach specjalistów
Authors:   Uniwersytet Śląski w Katowicach, Bobik Bogumiła
Published: April 2023

The time of school and educational facility closures during the COVID-19 pandemic diversified children’s and adolescents’ access to educational and therapeutic services. Students with special development and educational needs found themselves in a particularly difficult situation. The aim of this article is to present the results of the diagnosis of remote psychological and pedagogical help for students with intellectual disabilities in a special school. The study was carried out using the diagnostic survey method and the questionnaire technique in a group of specialists (school counselors, revalidation teachers, psychologists and speech therapists) employed in special primary schools in selected cities of the Silesian Voivodeship. The results were collected in the period from March 2020 to March 2021. Summarizing the outcome, it should be stated that remote assistance was a challenge for specialists due to the lack of preparation of the schools, curricula as well as students and parents for this form of work. A major limitation was the loss of direct contact with the child, which so far has been the basis for diagnostic, support, revalidation and educational activities. Limited access to specialist support slowed down the development of students with intellectual disabilities, and the responsibilities related to conducting education and therapy fell, to a large extent, on parents or guardians.
Dijitalleşen hızlı dünyanın yavaş şehirleri “Cittaslow Kentlerin” sürdürülebilir yerel kalkınmaya katkısı
Authors: Şahin Zülcenah
Published: April 2023

Antikçağda, varlığını duvarlara motiflenen izlerinden bildiğimiz yabanıl insanoğlu, günümüzün dijitalleşen hızlı dünyasında, modern teknolojinin bilgi temelli akıllı iletişim araçları, parmak izi ve gözünün retinasıyla izlenebilir; iot, yapay zeka, bulut bilişim, co robotlar, büyük verilerle entegre akıllı ev, araba, telefon, akıllı fabrikalar gibi uzaktan yönetilebilir, akıllı otonom sistemler ile konforlu bir yaşam sürmektedir.
Hal böyle iken, insanın dijital uygarlığı, kişisel verilerin siber güvenlik ihlali ve dijitalleşmenin hegemonyaya dönüşmesi tehlikesi ile yüz yüze kalmıştır. Şimdilerde, bir taraftan Covid-19 pandemik salgın, iklim krizi ve kıt kaynaklarla mücadele eden insanoğlu, bir taraftan neslini devam ettirme umuduyla Dünyadan binlerce ışık yılı uzakta yaşanabilir gezegenlerin keşfine çıkarak, bilim ve insanlık için bir adım daha atmaya hazırlanmaktadır.
Dijital yeni teknolojilerin kabulü ile kapitalist sistemler, zaman ve mekandan bağımsız, hızlıca erişilebilen bilgilerle kitlelerin tüketim algısını tetikleyerek, pazarlama ve reklam stratejisiyle finans, sağlık, eğitim, turizm, sosyal medya, tarım, sanayii, gıda ve lojistik gibi pek çok üretim ve hizmet sektöründe Global Pazarlar oluşturmaktadır.
Bu bağlamda, dijitalleşen hızlı Dünyanın Yavaş Şehirleri olarak anılan “Cittaslow Kentler”i, Cittaslow hareketinin yavaş yaşam, sakin şehir, sakin mahalle, yavaş yemek, yavaş hareket, yavaş turist felsefesi ile aktüel turizme hizmet eden, “yerel üret - yerel tüket” anlayışı ile sürdürülebilir yerel bir kalkınma modeli sunmaktadır. Cittaslow Kentler ile daha üretken, barışçıl, yavaş, sakin, sessiz, farkındalığı yüksek, misafirperver, düşünceli, yardımsever, el sanatlarına, doğasına, gelenek ve görenekleri ile Cittaslow logosu salyangozun peşi sıra bıraktığı izler gibi geçmişin izlerini taşıyan tarihine ve kültürel mirasına sahip çıkan insanların huzurla yaşadığı, refah düzeyi yüksek, sosyal toplumların yaygınlaştırılması amaçlanmaktadır.
Cittaslow hareketi, Ekim 1999 yılında İtalya’nın Orvieto şehrinde başlamış olup, bugün Dünyada 33 ülkede - 287 kent üyesi vardır. 2009 yılında Seferihisar ile Cittaslow uluslararası ağına katılan Türkiye’nin bugün, en son kabul edilen Finike ile 18 şehirde 22 üyesi vardır. Haziran 2022’de İzmir, Cittaslow Metropol Projesi, Cittaslow Uluslararası Birliği ve İzmir Büyükşehir Belediyesi iş birliği ile Dünyanın ilk Cittaslow Metropolü olmaya hak kazanmıştır.
Bu çalışma ile Cittaslow hareketinin Yerel Yönetimler, Cittaslow Uluslararası Birliği, Dünya Belediyeler Birliği gibi global örgütlerin ekosistem işbirliği ile aktüel turizm türü olarak, sürdürülebilir yerel kalkınmaya katkısı ele alınmaktadır.
Porous Metallic Implants from Additive Manufacturing to Biocorrosion: A Review
Authors: Baakili Salwa El , Munyensanga Patrick , Bricha Meriame , Mabrouk Khalil El
Published: April 2023

The improved bulk and surface function of manufactured implants has advanced implantation procedures, leading to a decline in surgical risks. Many current techniques discussed in the literature are related to additive manufacturing (AM) of lightweight implants based on reliable, precise, flexible scaffolds and capable of mimicking bone properties while incorporating other useful features. These techniques have evolved for the production of a variety of biocompatible materials. AM has progressed beyond prototype to full-scale manufacturing of metals, polymers and ceramic products. However, metallic implants often fail in vivo due to biocorrosion and deterioration, limiting implant longevity. This study reviews current trends and approaches to enhancing the surface corrosion resistance of porous metallic implants and the effect of interfacial films on biological activity. The art of porous metallic implants manufactured by AM and their biocorrosion behaviour are discussed. This review also evaluates future trends and perspectives in additively manufactured synthetic orthopaedic implants porous with enhanced surface morphology.
Effectiveness of Inclusive Physical Education Classes on the Ability to Perform Rhythmic Activities of Students with Disabilities
Authors: Blavt Oksana
Published: April 2023

The purpose of the study was to reveal the effectiveness of inclusive physical education classes on the ability to perform rhythmic activities and the state of health of students with disabilities in the process of implementing a differentiated physical education program. 
Materials and methods. The experiment was attended by 30 students with disabilities. To determine the effectiveness of the differentiated program of physical education for students with disabilities, pedagogical testing has been used. 
Results. According to the results of the experiment, it was established that the use of the developed differentiated program of physical education for students with disabilities made it possible to improve the level of ability to perform rhythmic activities during the period of the experiment. It was established that the implementation of the content of the test control provided by the differentiated program during the physical education of students with disabilities provides a positive effect (at the level of p<0.05) in solving the tasks, as evidenced by the test results. In conclusion, the average values with which the level of physical education correlates with health, of which corresponded to the “low” level, passed into the range of values that correspond to “below average” (72.4%), in others, indicators of physical health showed a tendency to improve.
Conclusions. It was determined that a special role in the context of solving the issue of inclusive education in institutions of higher education is assigned to physical education, which is aimed at eliminating existing negative trends in the physical development and health of students with disabilities. The analysis of the final data at the end of the experiment testifies to the benefit of the implemented development of pedagogical actions, which proves the need for the introduction of innovations, and fundamentally new approaches to the formation of programs of inclusive physical education based on a differentiated approach.
Attitudes towards transgender people in the university community
Authors: Martin-Castillo David , Garcia Arenas Jose Joaquin , Pastor-Bravo María del Mar , Sánchez-Muñoz María , Jiménez-Barbero José Antonio
Published: April 2023

Varios estudios han indicado la existencia de actitudes transfóbicas en el sistema educativo. Esto se extiende a la comunidad universitaria, lo que tiene consecuencias psicosociales negativas en las personas trans. Objetivos: El objetivo de este estudio es analizar la actitud de los estudiantes universitarios hacia las personas trans. Se utilizó un diseño correlacional transversal con una muestra de 1701 estudiantes universitarios con edades entre 18 y 68 años. Los resultados muestran la presencia de actitudes negativas hacia las personas trans en la comunidad universitaria. También muestra la existencia de una relación entre estas actitudes y otras variables, como la empatía, la autoestima y los estilos parentales. Nuestros resultados indican que las actitudes negativas de los estudiantes universitarios hacia las personas trans podrían estar relacionadas con variables psicológicas y sociales como la empatía, la autoestima y los estilos parentales, lo que apunta a una probable relación entre los estilos parentales y la empatía en los hijos. Dentro de las implicaciones para la práctica se sugiere la importancia de fomentar actitudes inclusivas y de aceptación de la diversidad en la formación escolar y universitaria, con programas centrados en el desarrollo de empatía y autoestima.
As folhas-volantes na América Latina: uma análise do fenômeno comunicacional que antecedeu o jornalismo periódico
Authors: Comerlato Eduardo , Hohlfeldt Antonio
Published: April 2023

O presente trabalho apresenta uma contextualização das primeiras publicações de caráter noticioso que foram impressas na América Latina durante os séculos XVI e XVII. Conhecidas como folhas-volantes, estes panfletos eram produzidos de maneira ocasional e narravam acontecimentos importantes para as comunidades locais. Pensando em identificar as suas principais características, foi realizado uma fundamentação teórica acerca dos modelos noticiosos encontrados nos folhetos avulsos, um formato que teve a sua origem na Europa do século XV. Em seguida, através de uma análise empírica qualitativa, buscou-se comparar os detalhes das publicações feitas nas colônias espanholas, identificando como o modelo das folhas-volantes foi incorporado na América Latina e como ele possuía particularidades em relação às reportagens do continente europeu, como o interesse em narrar os eventos locais. Desse modo, foi possível obter um melhor compreendimento do que é considerado o primeiro gênero do jornalismo latino-americano, conectando, especialmente, as regiões que hoje conhecemos como México, Peru e Guatemala, através do conceito das folhas-volantes.
Hairy root generation in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) and selection of Agrobacterium rhizogenes clones v1
Authors: Pacheco Ronal
Published: April 2023

The common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is one of the legumes used to study the molecular mechanisms that regulate mycorrhizal and rhizobial symbioses. To study these mechanisms, the generation of transgenic hairy roots is a very advantageous method for applying genetic approaches. However, the generation of hairy roots is a difficult task that requires a lot of skill and experience. Here we show an optimized protocol for the generation of hairy roots in common bean.
Anti-Speciesist Education
Authors: Horsthemke Kai
Published: April 2023

Animal ethics is a rather novel area of practical concern and research interest within philosophy of education. In recent years, environmental and humane education, which have tended to be governed by a largely anthropocentric orientation, have been augmented by approaches with a more theriocentric, egalitarian focus: critical animal studies, critical animal pedagogy, animal standpoint theory, vegan education, and animal rights education. This essay develops a pedagogical approach inspired by the two-pronged case for animals’ equal consideration, the argument from marginal cases and the argument from speciesism.
Developing Multispecies Education with Children and Animals
Authors: Meijer Eva
Published: April 2023

In order to be able to deal with the challenges of the Anthropocene, and for reasons of justice, humans have to learn to live differently with other animals. Multispecies education, in which animals of different species learn from and with one another, is an important part of this project. The voices of animals and children should be at the front of developing new practices and institutions, for epistemological and democratic reasons. This essay sketches how we can develop new practices of multispecies education, and reflects on the questions at stake with a group of children.
Children’s Moral Reasoning About Animals: Implications for Development and Education
Authors: Melson Gail F.
Published: April 2023

Human interaction with other animal species is morally complex. Some animals are beloved pets who are considered members of the family. Other animals are food and clothing products for human consumption. Still other animals are viewed as pests to be eradicated or by contrast, as fascinating even mythologized characters. Thus, moral reasoning about human involvement with animals is inherently complex as well. Yet, theory and research on children’s moral reasoning has been anthropocentric, focused solely on relations among humans. A review of moral reasoning about human-animal interaction reveals how children are reasoning about moral rights and demands across, not just within, species. This broader, biocentric perspective calls attention to a morality of care. Integration of moral reasoning in educational contexts involving animals is urged.
Know Your Animal: Knowing Animals Within Veterinary Scientific Education
Authors: Nieuwland Joachim , Meijboom Franck
Published: April 2023

What does it take to know nonhuman animals? In this essay, we explore diverse ways of knowing animals in veterinary education, bringing out biases and preconceptions that determine not only which animals are known, but also how they are known. Contemplative pedagogy engenders a more holistic way of knowing by fostering one’s ability to be truly present with others.
TÜRKİYE’DE SOSYAL TRANSFER HARCAMALARI VE YOKSULLUK
Authors: KARAÇOBAN Aynur , TÜZÜN RAD Sevgi
Published: April 2023

Yoksulluk sadece Türkiye’nin karşı karşıya kaldığı bir sorun olmayıp dünyadaki bütün ülkelerin mücadele ettikleri başlıca sorunlardan biridir. Bu sorunla başa çıkmanın yolları arasında uygulanan politikalardan en yaygın olanı kamu sosyal transfer harcamalarıdır. Bu bağlamda çalışmada; 2000-2020 yılları arasında Türkiye’de sosyal transfer harcamalarının bileşenleri ve bileşenler arasındaki dağılımı incelenerek; yoksullukla ilişkilendirilmeye çalışılmıştır. Bu çalışmanın ortaya konulmasında Dünya Bankası, TÜİK, OECD ve Eurostat vb. ulusal ve uluslararası kuruluşların istatistiklerinden ve raporlarından yararlanılmıştır. 2000-2020 yılları arasında Türkiye'de sosyal transfer giderleri ve yoksulluğun gelişimi/nedeni dönemsel çizelge ve grafikler yardımıyla TL/$ bazında açıklanmaya çalışılmıştır. Ayrıca bu çalışmada, kamu sosyal transfer harcamaları ve yoksulluk üzerindeki etkilerine ilişkin çok sayıda araştırma incelenmiştir. Sonuç olarak; Türkiye’de yoksulluğu önleme amaçlı yapılan sosyal transfer harcamalarının/sosyal yardımların yoksullukla mücadelede yetersiz kaldığı ve etkili olmadığı düşünülmektedir.
EKONOMİK ÖZGÜRLÜK VE TURİZM İLİŞKİSİ: SEÇİLMİŞ ÜLKELER ÜZERİNE AMPİRİK BİR ANALİZ
Authors: ATILGAN Dilek
Published: April 2023

Turizm sektörü, dünya ekonomisinin en önemli sektörlerinden biri olmakla birlikte ülke ekonomilerinin büyüme ve kalkınma süreçlerinde önemli bir yer tutmaktadır. Özellikle bölgesel ve ulusal kalkınmada bir araç olarak görülen turizm sektörü; istihdam ve vergi gelirlerinin artırılması, ödemeler bilançosu açıklarının giderilmesi gibi alanlarda olumlu katkılar sağlamaktadır. Bu bakımdan ülke ekonomilerinin konjonktüründe etkili olan sektörün diğer alanlarla olan etkileşiminin araştırılması önemli hale gelmiştir. Bu çalışma, 1995-2019 dönemi için en fazla turizm geliri elde eden seçilmiş sekiz ülke (ABD, Fransa, Avustralya, Almanya, Japonya, Malezya, Portekiz ve İsviçre) kapsamında ekonomik özgürlük ve turizm gelirleri arasındaki ilişkiyi analiz etmektedir. Analizlerde, “yatay kesit bağımlılığını dikkate alan Westerlund (2007) ECM panel eşbütünleşme testi ve Eberhardt & Bond (2009) tarafından geliştirilen Augmented Mean Group (AMG)” tahmincisi kullanılmıştır. Bulgular, seçilmiş sekiz ülkede ekonomik özgürlüğün turizm gelirleri üzerindeki etkisinin istatiksel olarak anlamlı olduğu yönündedir. Elde edilen sonuçlara göre, uzun dönemde ekonomik özgürlüğün bir ülkenin turizm gelirlerini arttırmada önemli etkisinin olduğunu göstermektedir.
CRITIC VE MAIRCA YÖNTEMLERİYLE TÜRK DÜNYASI ÜLKELERİ, TÜRKİYE VE RUSYA’NIN 2010-2020 DÖNEMİ İÇİN MAKROEKONOMİK PERFORMANSLARININ ANALİZİ
Authors: BEKTAŞ Selahattin , BAYKUŞ Ogün
Published: April 2023

Bu çalışmada Türk dünyası devletleri ve Rusya’nın da içinde bulunduğu ülke grubunun 2010-2020 dönemi makroekonomik performanslarının CRITIC ve MAIRCA yöntemleri ile değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda beş adet makroekonomik performans kriteri seçilmiştir. Bu kriterler; Enflasyon, İşsizlik oranı, Sefalet endeksi, Satınalma gücü paritesi ve Devlet gelirleri olarak belirlenmiştir. CRTIC yöntemi ile performans kriterleri objektif olarak ağırlıklandırılmıştır. MAIRCA yöntemi ile alternatifler (ülkeler) sıralanmıştır. Elde edilen analiz sonuçlarına göre en iyi makroekonomik performansı gösteren ülke Rusya olarak belirlenmiştir. İkinci en iyi performansı sergileyen ülke ise Azerbaycan olarak tespit edilmiştir. Üçüncü en iyi performansı gösteren ülke ise Kırgızistan olarak saptanmıştır. Özbekistan ise en kötü makroekonomik performansı sergileyen ülke olarak bulunmuştur. Türkiye’nin ise Özbekistan’ın ardından en kötü performans sergileyen ikinci ülke konumunda olduğu söylenebilir.
AVRUPA BİRLİĞİ VE SEÇİLİ ÜLKELERİNİN TEKNOLOJİ ÜRETİM ODAKLI VERİLERİNİN ENTROPİ VE GRİ İLİŞKİLER ANALİZ MODELLERİYLE İNCELENMESİ
Authors: HASEKİ Murat İsmet , AVŞAR İlker İbrahim
Published: April 2023

Bu çalışmada AB (Avrupa Birliği) ülkeleri ve AB’ye girme ihtimali olan Türkiye, Ukrayna, İsviçre ve Norveç’in 6 kritere göre (Tüketici fiyatı yıllık yüzde oranına göre enflasyon, üretim ihracına göre oranlanmış yüksek teknoloji ihracı, yerleşiklerin patent başvurusu, yerleşik olmayanların patent başvurusu, ileri eğitimli kadın iş gücü oranı, temel eğitimli kadın işgücü oranı) durumunun analitik yöntemlerden ÇKKV modelleriyle belirlenmesi amaçlanmaktadır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda Entropi ve Gri İlişkisel Analiz modelleri kullanılmıştır. Analizler sonucunda Entropi modelleriyle elde edilen bulgulara göre kriterlerin önem ağırlıkları; yerleşik olmayanların patent başvuruları %51,38, yerleşiklerin patent başvuruları %34,22, enflasyon %10,11, yüksek teknoloji ihracatı %2,76, temel eğitimli kadın iş gücü %1,48, yüksek öğrenime sahip kadın iş gücü %0,05 olarak elde edilmiştir. Analiz edilen 6 kriterin Gri İlişkisel Analiz sonucuna göre en başarılı ülkenin Almanya olduğu görülmektedir. İkinci sırada Fransa, üçüncü sırada İtalya bulunmaktadır.
Real-world evaluation of safety and effectiveness of ferrous bis-glycinate and its combination in pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia
Authors: Pradyumna Pai Raiturker Anagha , Ponnuswami Geeta , H. Shah Jalpa , Patil Seema Rajesh , Daule Jyotsna P. , Chinda Monika , Jaiswal Ashok
Published: April 2023

Background: Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia during pregnancy. It leads to adverse outcomes on maternal and infant morbidity/mortality. There is a reduction in hemoglobin levels due to an increase in iron demand during pregnancy. Many pregnant women have poor or depleted iron stores and the amount of iron from the diet together with mobilized stores from the body is insufficient to meet the maternal demands. To meet iron demands, regular iron supplementation is recommended. Conventional iron supplements report frequent gastrointestinal side effects. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, tolerability, and compliance of ferrous bis-glycinate and it’s combination for treating iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy.
Methods: This was a retrospective analysis of data collected from 34 obstetricians and gynecologists across India, on the use of ferrous bis-glycinate and it’s combination as iron supplementation to pregnant women. The clinical records were analyzed for the objective i.e., rise in hemoglobin, safety, tolerability, and compliance.
Results: 374 completed case records forms were considered for the analysis. These pregnant women had taken supplementation with ferrous bis-glycinate and its combination for an average of 58.5 days. The use of ferrous bis-glycinate and it’s combination improved mean hemoglobin concentration from 8.86 gm/dL to 11.27 gm/dL. With respect to safety, 97.6% of pregnant women did not report any adverse events. The remaining 2.4% had mild gastrointestinal side effects. Furthermore, 93% of pregnant women rated the tolerability as very good to good, and >98% of patients complied with >80% of treatment with ferrous bis-glycinate.
Conclusions: This retrospective analysis suggests that ferrous bis-glycinate and it’s combination as iron supplementation in pregnancy is safe, effective, and well-tolerated.
A prospective study of diabetes in pregnancy and its impact on pregnancy outcome
Authors: Sampada  , Kurude Vilas N.
Published: April 2023

Background: Diabetes complicating pregnancy has become common worldwide. However due to advances in the management of diabetes and its complications, there has been an overall improvement in the maternal and perinatal outcome. Diabetes occurs quite often during pregnancy even in unsuspected cases which can be either pregestational diabetes mellitus or gestational diabetes mellitus. Our objective was to study the impact of diabetes on pregnancy outcome. 
Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted at department of obstetrics and gynaecology of a tertiary care centre over a period of 18 months (January 2019 to June 2020). All patients were subjected to detailed history and clinical examination followed by relevant investigations such as complete blood count, blood sugars, HbA1C, renal function test, liver function test, urine albumin/sugar/ketones including ultrasonography obstetrics, congenital anomaly scan and doppler study of uterine and umbilical artery. All the data was compiled in Microsoft excel-sheet and was subjected to appropriate statistical tests. 
Results: Incidence of diabetes was found to be 9.72 % in our study population which included gestational diabetes mellitus (77/107) as well as overt diabetes (30). Diabetes was found to be more common in overweight and obese patients (75.7%). Macrosomia (19.6%) followed by polyhydramnios (15.6%) was the most common complication seen in pregnancy complicated by diabetes. Most common neonatal complication seen was hyperbilirubinemia 19(17.75%) and respiratory distress 18 (16.82%) in babies born to diabetic mother.
Conclusions: Pregnant women with diabetes have more maternal, fetal, and neonatal complications, with overt diabetic group being more prone to complications.
Effect of intravenous tranexamic acid in reducing blood loss during and after caesarean section: a quasi-experimental study in RIMS, Manipur
Authors: Subba Taneesha , Singh Bimolchandra , Rentta Menningsiliu , Madhukumar Amritha , Sarkar Banhisikha , Das Rahul
Published: April 2023

Background: PPH is the most common cause of maternal death worldwide. Risk factors for PPH include grand multiparity and multiple gestation. However, PPH may occur in women without identifiable clinical or historical risk factors. It is therefore recommended that active management of the third stage of labour be offered to all women during childbirth, whenever a skilled provider is assisting with the delivery. The aim of our study is to determine the efficacy of tranexamic acid in decreasing blood loss in elective LSCS.
Materials: A quasi experimental study was done in 312 pregnant women undergoing elective LSCS in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, at a tertiary health teaching centre RIMS, Imphal, Manipur from September 2019 to November 2021. Ethical clearance was obtained from Research ethics Board to carry out the study. Data were entered in IBM SPSS version 21 software for Windows.
Results: The total of 312 pregnant women were included in the study. Most of the pregnant women were in the age group of 27 years. In our study, there was a significant decrease in intraoperative and postoperative blood loss in women receiving tranexamic acid. There was significant fall in post-operative haemoglobin in control group as compared to study group. Also, women who received tranexamic acid did not develop any significant complications.
Conclusions: Tranexamic acid can be used safely as a prophylaxis to reduce blood loss during caesarean section.
Care of the transgender population: are the Indian gynaecology residents sufficiently trained?
Authors: Mayilvahanan Karthika , G Ushadevi , Taj Muwaffika
Published: April 2023

Background: Over the past few years awareness on gender dysphoria has risen but accessing healthcare as a transgender person (TGP) is still challenging. Deficits in training of residents may contribute to disparities impacting their health. Hence, the pressing priority is to understand the unique need of the TGP and be equipped to offer them competent care. The aim of the current study was to assess the comfort, knowledge and training of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology residents in Tamil Nadu with regard to transgender healthcare.
Methods: This was a cross sectional survey sent as a Google Form electronically to 100 residents who had recently completed their residency in obstetrics and gynecology in Tamil Nadu. The questions were designed to assess their knowledge and experience in the care of transgender population. Microsoft Excel software was used to analyze the results
Results: The response rate for the survey was 67%. Among them, 47.1% of the residents were unaware of the current recommendations for Gender Reassignment Surgery. The expertise related to transition of people with gender dysphoria and the hormonal regimen wanted for them were lacking. While half of the residents realized their lack of competency in caring for TGP, 98.5% were ready for under going further training to improve their knowledge.
Conclusions: It was observed that the residents did not have enough training and competency to adequately care for the TGP though they are ready to upskill their knowledge. Hence, efforts should be made to incorporate training modules for TGP care in Indian OBG residency curriculum and train the upcoming residents to offer quality care to all.
Study on wound healing following major abdominal gynaecological surgeries in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Panda Sandhyasree , Uppala Madhavi
Published: April 2023

Background: In the fancy era of minimal invasive, day care and scarless surgery, abdominal operation through a laparotomy is but a last choice for the mediocre. Surgical site wound healing is a benchmark for patient as well as surgeon satisfaction following an abdominal operation. It is a determinant of preop preparation, intra and post op management by the healthcare system and the duration of hospital stay as well as burden of disease. Aim of the study was to study the spectrum wound healing, and post operative hospital stay in patients undergoing major gynaecological abdominal surgeries. To assess and correlate the underlying risk factors for wound healing.
Methods: This was a hospital based prospective study carried out in a tertiary care centre in north A.P. on patients who underwent major abdominal gynaecological surgeries during one year from January 2022 to December 2022. Determinants like patient age, BMI, anaemia, HTN, Diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism were studied & made observations on wound healing, SSIs and post operative hospital stay in all the cases. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 22, P value <0.05 taken as significant.
Results: Among 100 major abdominal gynaecological surgeries studied, 20 cases developed delayed wound healing, one case developed complete dehiscence, thus, incidence of wound dehiscence was 1%, rate of SSI was 12%. Anaemia, DM, obesity and HTN were significantly associated with poor wound healing in that order.
Conclusions: Optimisation of the patient’s health condition before taking up for elective surgeries is important for better recovery of the patients.
Our experience on non-descent vaginal hysterectomy: a forgotten skill
Authors: Sharma Sumedha , Gupta Nidhi , Nigam Aruna
Published: April 2023

Background: Hysterectomy is the most commonly performed major gynecological procedure. It can be done by different routes like abdominal or vaginal or laparoscopic route. Vaginal route of hysterectomy is undoubtedly less popular these days due to inclination towards laparoscopic route by both surgeon as well as patients. Keeping this is mind we have planned this paper to share our experience of Non Descent Vaginal Hysterectomy at a tertiary level hospital.
Methods: A retrospective study was conducted at the department of obstetrics and gynecology of Vardhmann Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung hospital, New Delhi over the period of one year. All the patients undergoing non -descent vaginal hysterectomy for benign indication with adequate vaginal access, without suspected adnexal pathology, who did not have any uterine descent were included in the study. In bigger size uterus morcellation techniques like bisection, debulking, myomectomy, slicing was used to remove the uterus. Intraoperative findings and post-operative complications were recorded. Statistical analysis was done.
Results: During the study period total 138 hysterectomies were performed. Most of the women were in the age group of 46 to 50 years (50%). All patients were parous. In 56% patients, uterine size was 8-10 weeks. Fibroid uterus (37%) followed by adenomyosis (27%) was the commonest indication for hysterectomy. The most common complication was febrile morbidity (n=13) followed by urinary tract infection (n=9).
Conclusions: Non descent vaginal hysterectomy procedure in hand of a skilled surgeon can be done upto 14 weeks uterine size.
Neuroimaging in eclamptic patients and its clinical implications
Authors: Kumari Asha , Gandhi Sudha , Deora Kapil Nath
Published: April 2023

Background: Aim of the study is to assess the utility of neuroimaging (CT/MRI) in eclamptic patients and correlating their clinical implications and to study the role of Injection Mannitol in case of Eclampsia who did not respond to injection magnesium sulphate alone.
Methods: This prospective study was conducted in Pannadhay Mahila Chikitsalya Udaipur, RNT Medical College Udaipur, Rajasthan. 50 eclamptic patients fulfilling the inclusion and exclusion criteria were subjected to neuroimaging CT/MRI from August 2021 to August 2022. Injection Mannitol was added in eclamptic patients who did not respond to injection magnesium sulphate alone.
Results: In this study neuroimaging were normal in 42% cases while 58% cases had pathological changes; PRES, haemorrhage, infarction, ischemia etc. Out of these PRES was seen in 48% cases. Mannitol was given in 14% patients and only one patient did not respond to mannitol.
Conclusions: This study revealed that PRES was the main neurological component among patients. Neuroimaging helps in better management of eclampsia. Mannitol holds utility in managing the patients unresponsive to injection magnesium sulphate.
An intercomparison of maternal and neonatal outcomes between Covid-19 infected and non-infected antenatal patients
Authors: Kharakwal Sushila , Gautam Rajni , Mishra Prerana
Published: April 2023

Background: Our study aimed to evaluate the severity of COVID-19 infection and pregnancy complications in pregnant women with and without COVID-19, and its impact on maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality at a tertiary care hospital in India.
Methods: The research is a prospective, comparative, and observational study on antenatal patients with confirmed COVID-19 infection status.
Results: Results showed preterm labour was the most common maternal complication among COVID-19 infected pregnant women, leading to various complications and long-term developmental delays. Maternal mortality was significantly higher among COVID-19 positive patients compared to non-infected patients. Although neonatal mortality rates were not significantly impacted, morbidity in terms of preterm birth increased among neonates born to COVID-19 positive mothers, resulting in complications like respiratory distress syndrome, intraventricular haemorrhage, and sepsis.
Conclusions: our study found increased overall mortality in antenatal patients infected with COVID-19 compared to non-infected patients, consistent with previous studies. The increased mortality rates may be attributed to severe respiratory complications and co-morbidities associated with COVID-19 infection in pregnant women.
Breast tuberculosis: a case report
Authors: Hind Bouyabla  , Ibtissam Bellajdel  , Fatima Zahra Bouabdellaoui  , Samia Malki  , Amal Bennani  , Hafsa Taheri  , Hanane Saadi  , Ahmed Mimouni
Published: April 2023

Mammary tuberculosis is a rare disease that affects young women during the genital period, usually between the ages of 20 and 40 years, and remains rare in postmenopausal women. Its risk factors are multiparity, breastfeeding, breast trauma and chronic mastitis. Depending on the mode of contamination, there are 2 forms of mammary tuberculosis: primary or secondary. On ultrasound, breast tuberculosis often appears as a heterogeneous hypoechoic image, poorly limited with minimal posterior enhancement. It may also appear as a hypoechoic, homogeneous or heterogeneous image, well limited with posterior enhancement and some calcifications. Histological criteria suggestive of breast tuberculosis are the presence of epithelioid follicles and Langhans-type giant cells, which may or may not be associated with caseous necrosis. A certain number of diagnoses must be eliminated before the diagnosis of breast tuberculosis can be made, in particular breast cancer; it should be noted that the literature describes forms associating cancer and breast tuberculosis, hence the need for a histological study of the breast tissue in order to eliminate an associated carcinoma. It poses diagnostic and therapeutic problems. Current treatment is based on antituberculosis chemotherapy sometimes associated with surgery. The evolution of the disease is usually favourable with a well conducted treatment.
A case of partial androgen insensitivity syndrome with undescended testis and clitoromegaly
Authors: Varma Dixit , Mahela Sangita , Ullah Ibrahim Khalil , Mouli Sharath C. , Sharma Kritika , Singh Gaurav , Baishya Nirupam K. , Pathak Jyotishmita
Published: April 2023

Androgen insensitivity syndrome is a rare disorder of sex development that results from genetic mutations affecting the androgen receptor. Recently, we encountered a case of a 13-year-old individual who had been raised as female and sought medical attention for primary amenorrhea, which led to the discovery of partial androgen insensitivity syndrome. Early detection and gonad removal are necessary to mitigate the risk of cancer. Additional management steps such as corrective surgery and psychological support can also be valuable.