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Do Stainless-Steel Pins Coated with Fibroblast Growth Factor–Calcium Phosphatase Composite Layers Have Anti-Infective Effects?
Authors: Totoki Yasukazu , Mutsuzaki Hirotaka , Yanagisawa Yohei , Sogo Yu , Yasunaga Mayu , Noguchi Hiroshi , Matsumoto Yukei , Koda Masao , Ito Atsuo , Yamazaki Masashi
Published: August 2024

Background: The most problematic complication of external fixation is infection at the pin insertion site. Technology that improves the adhesion of the external fixation pin to the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and bone may prevent infection at the pin site. The purpose of this study is to formulate a calcium phosphate–fibroblast growth factor (Cp-FGF) coating on a stainless-steel external fixation pin and to verify its effectiveness in reducing infection at the pin site and its possible influence on bone fixation in animal experiments. Methods: We compared stainless-steel screws without coating (SS group; n = 32), those with a calcium phosphate coating (Cp group; n = 30), those with a Cp-FGF coating (FGF group; n = 32), and those with a Cp-FGF coating having enhanced biological activity (FGF+ group; n = 32) in male Japanese white domesticated rabbits. Screws were inserted percutaneously into the bilateral proximal tibial diaphysis of the rabbits and implanted for 4 weeks. Screws and periscrew tissue were observed postoperatively for qualitatively assessing infection. Results: Infection assessment by gross findings after 4 weeks (at screw removal) showed no significant differences between the groups. Histopathological evaluation of soft tissue infection and bone tissue infection showed no significant differences between the groups for either soft tissue or bone tissue. Since neither the FGF+ group nor the FGF group showed anti-infective effects, the biological activity of FGF is not the only determining factor. We compared SEM, XRD, coating detaching test, sustained release test, and bioassay to examine physicochemical properties among the coatings but found no sufficient differences. Conclusions: It is suggested that improving the tissue adhesion to and/or biocompatibility of pins is also important to improve the in vivo performance of Cp-FGF-coated external fixation pins.
External Validation of the New 2023 International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Staging System in Endometrial Cancer Patients: 12-Year Experience from an European Society of Gynecological Oncology-Accredited Center
Authors: Tsolakidis Dimitrios , Zouzoulas Dimitrios , Sofianou Iliana , Karalis Tilemaxos , Chatzistamatiou Kimon , Theodoulidis Vasilis , Topalidou Maria , Timotheadou Eleni , Grimbizis Grigoris
Published: August 2024

Background and Objectives: The new molecular classification of endometrial cancer continuously changes the management of the disease in everyday clinical practice. Recently, FIGO released a new staging system for endometrial cancer, which incorporates molecular substages and subdivides further early-stage disease. The aim of this study was to investigate the differences between the two FIGO staging systems and evaluate the prognostic precision of the new one. Materials and Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the records of patients with endometrial cancer that were fully treated in the 1st Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, in 2012–2023. Patient characteristics, oncological outcome, and follow-up information were collected. The primary outcomes were the stage shifts and the survival data. Results: Sixty-seven (15.5%) patients had a stage shift and the majority of them concerned early-stage disease and specifically an upshift from 2009 stages IA and IB to 2023 stage IIC. Concerning survival, a better median and 5-year PFS was present in stage II disease, and when comparing the prognostic precision of the two FIGO staging systems no significant difference was present. Conclusions: The new 2023 FIGO staging system better distinguishes early-stage endometrial cancer into its prognostic groups and seems to be as precise as the old 2009 FIGO staging system.
Predictors of Infused Distending Fluid Volume in Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
Authors: Chung Chia-Han , Tsai Chien-Chen , Wang Hsiao-Fen , Chen Hui-Hua , Ting Wan-Hua , Hsiao Sheng-Mou
Published: August 2024

Background and Objectives: The use of a bipolar resectoscope has become popular due to the lower risk of hyponatremia. However, gynecologists might overlook the risk of water intoxication. Water intoxication is associated with the infusion of distending fluid. We were interested in the prediction of the infused distending fluid volume in the era of bipolar hysteroscopy. Thus, the aim of this study was to identify the predictors of the infused distending fluid volume for hysteroscopic myomectomy. Materials and Methods: All consecutive women who underwent monopolar (n = 45) or bipolar (n = 137) hysteroscopic myomectomy were reviewed. Results: Myoma diameter (cm, coefficient = 680 mL, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 334–1025 mL, p <0.001) and bipolar hysteroscopy (coefficient = 1629 mL, 95% CI = 507–2752 mL, p = 0.005) were independent predictors of infused distending fluid volume. A myoma diameter ≥4.0 cm was the optimal cutoff value to predict the presence of >5000 mL of infused distending fluid. One woman in the bipolar group developed life-threatening water intoxication. Conclusions: Myoma diameter is associated with an increase in infused distending fluid volume, especially for myomas ≥4 cm. Meticulous monitoring of the infused distension fluid volume is still crucial to avoid fluid overload during bipolar hysteroscopic myomectomy.
Rethinking Keratoplasty for Patients with Acanthamoeba Keratitis: Early “Low Load Keratoplasty” in Contrast to Late Optical and Therapeutic Keratoplasty
Authors: Abu Dail Yaser , Flockerzi Elias , Munteanu Cristian , Szentmáry Nóra , Seitz Berthold , Daas Loay
Published: August 2024

Background: Early therapeutic penetrating keratoplasty (TKP) for Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK) is thought to have a worse visual prognosis than the delayed optical penetrating keratoplasty (OKP) after successful conservative treatment of AK. This has led to a tendency to prolong conservative therapy and delay penetrating keratoplasty in patients with AK. This retrospective series presents the results of patients with AK that underwent early penetrating keratoplasty after reducing the corneal amoeba load through intensive conservative therapy, so-called “low load keratoplasty” (LLKP). Patients and methods: The medical records of our department were screened for patients with AK, confirmed by histological examination and/or PCR and/or in vivo confocal microscopy, which underwent ab LLKP and had a follow-up time of at least one year between 2009 and 2023. Demographic data, best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and intraocular pressure at first and last visit, secondary glaucoma (SG), and recurrence and graft survival rates were assessed. Results: 28 eyes of 28 patients were included. The average time from initiation of therapy to penetrating keratoplasty (PKP) was 68 ± 113 days. The mean follow-up time after LLKP was 53 ± 42 months. BCVA (logMAR) improved from 1.9 ± 1 pre-operatively to 0.5 ± 0.6 at last visit (p < 0.001). A total of 14% of patients were under medical therapy for SG at the last visit, and two of them underwent glaucoma surgery. The recurrence rate was 4%. The Kaplan–Meier graft survival rate of the first graft at four years was 70%. The second graft survival rate at four years was 87.5%. Conclusion: LLKP appears to achieve a good visual prognosis with an earlier visual and psychological habilitation, as well as low recurrence and SG rates. These results should encourage us to reconsider the optimal timing of PKP in therapy-resistant AK.
Time-of-Flight Camera Intensity Image Reconstruction Based on an Untrained Convolutional Neural Network
Authors: Wang Tian-Long , Ao Lin , Han Na , Zheng Fu , Wang Yan-Qiu , Sun Zhi-Bin
Published: August 2024

With the continuous development of science and technology, laser ranging technology will become more efficient, convenient, and widespread, and it has been widely used in the fields of medicine, engineering, video games, and three-dimensional imaging. A time-of-flight (ToF) camera is a three-dimensional stereo imaging device with the advantages of small size, small measurement error, and strong anti-interference ability. However, compared to traditional sensors, ToF cameras typically exhibit lower resolution and signal-to-noise ratio due to inevitable noise from multipath interference and mixed pixels during usage. Additionally, in environments with scattering media, the information about objects gets scattered multiple times, making it challenging for ToF cameras to obtain effective object information. To address these issues, we propose a solution that combines ToF cameras with single-pixel imaging theory. Leveraging intensity information acquired by ToF cameras, we apply various reconstruction algorithms to reconstruct the object’s image. Under undersampling conditions, our reconstruction approach yields higher peak signal-to-noise ratio compared to the raw camera image, significantly improving the quality of the target object’s image. Furthermore, when ToF cameras fail in environments with scattering media, our proposed approach successfully reconstructs the object’s image when the camera is imaging through the scattering medium. This experimental demonstration effectively reduces the noise and direct ambient light generated by the ToF camera itself, while opening up the potential application of ToF cameras in challenging environments, such as scattering media or underwater.
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Authors: Guo Mengjun , Cai Xuyang , Ma Xuejie , Hou Zhanfeng , Tong Xin , Liu Haiyang
Published: August 2024

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Optimizing Solar Desalination: Integrating Predictive Models with Thermal Energy Storage for Enhanced Efficiency and Sustainability
Authors: Alsehli Mishal
Published: August 2024

Amidst the growing challenges of water and energy scarcity, the following research presents an innovative solar desalination system that integrates predictive models with advanced thermal energy storage (TES) to optimize freshwater production. The system adjusts feed water flow dynamically, ensuring consistent and continuous top feed water temperature (TBT). Comprehensive mathematical modeling and simulations reveal significant enhancements in system performance, with an optimized TES tank volume of 500 m3 and a solar collector area of 4245 m2. The economic analysis indicates the system is cost-effective, with a production cost of approximately USD 5.86 million, competitive with conventional methods. Additionally, the system achieved an average daily feed water flow rate of 10 kg/s, ensuring stable operation even under fluctuating solar radiation. The system also achieved a global warming potential (GWP) of 2.24 kg CO2-eq per cubic meter, a favorable and environmentally sustainable measure. This study stresses the potential for scalable, sustainable desalination solutions to enhance water security in arid and remote regions.
The Effect of Different Beverages on the Color Stability of Nanocomposite 3D-Printed Denture Base Resins
Authors: Almansour Sara H. , Alkhawaja Juhana A. , Khattar Abdulrahman , Alsalem Ali M. , Alessa Ahmed M. , Khan Soban Q. , Ellakany Passent , Gad Mohammed M. , Fouda Shaimaa M.
Published: August 2024

Background: Nanocomposite resins have been widely used in modern denture manufacturing. However, their long-term color stability is a concern for both dental professionals and patients. Purpose: to evaluate the effect of different beverages on the color stability of 3D-printed denture base resins modified with zirconium dioxide nanoparticles (ZrO2NPs). Methods: A total of 440 specimens were fabricated and distributed into 11 groups (n = 40/group). The control group of heat polymerized (PMMA) and five groups of two different 3D-printed resins (NextDent and ASIGA) as experimental groups with various concentrations of ZrO2NPs added to the 3D-printed resins (0.5 wt%, 1 wt%, 3 wt%, 5 wt%) in addition to one unmodified group per resin. Specimens per group are sorted into four subgroups (n = 10) according to tested beverages, as follows: coffee, tea, cola, and mineral water. Before immersion, all the specimens were exposed to 5000 thermal cycles. Color changes (ΔE00) were assessed prior (T0) and following immersion for 6 days (T1) and 12 days (T2) using a spectrophotometer. Color difference values were calculated by using CIEDE2000 color difference. Data was analyzed by ANOVA and post hoc Tukey test with a significant level of less than 0.05. Results: Tea produced the highest color change for both NextDent and ASIGA materials, whereas water caused the least color change on PMMA at T2. Increasing the immersion time resulted in more color changes, with tea and coffee showing significant differences. PMMA had considerably less color change than 3D-printed resins. The color change of 3D-printed increased after adding ZrO2NPs. Conclusions: Beverage type and immersion time have an impact on the color stability of unmodified and ZrO2NP-modified denture base resins with significant change after immersion in tea and coffee.
Assessment of the Climate Environmental Vulnerability Index for Urban Settlements on the Mediterranean Coast: A Case Study in Sicily
Authors: Massimino Floralba Pirracchio , Castanho Rui Alexandre , Gómez Inmaculada , Rincón Víctor , Velázquez Javier
Published: August 2024

Climate change poses a severe environmental crisis where many European urban centers face increased risks, among others, of flooding and/or water scarcity due to intense rainfall and prolonged droughts. Urgent adaptation measures are required to enhance resilience in urban, peri-urban, and agricultural areas against extreme weather events. This article describes a method for categorizing urban areas based on climate-related risks as a targeting and prioritization system for allocating climate resilience measures in cities. The method allows for calculating a climate vulnerability index value, considering temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, population density, altitude, and urban area. Focused on the Mediterranean region, particularly Sicily, the index application generates quantifiable vulnerability values for urban settlements, enabling comparison and prioritization. The reproducible and scalable method provides a valuable tool for urban analysis beyond the Mediterranean and can facilitate decision-making processes to initiate future studies and projects.
An Efficient Regenerative Braking System for Electric Vehicles Based on a Fuzzy Control Strategy
Authors: Anh Nguyen Thi , Chen Chih-Keng , Liu Xuhui
Published: August 2024

Regenerative braking technology is essential for reducing energy consumption in electric vehicles (EVs). This study introduces a method for optimizing the distribution of deceleration forces in front-wheel-drive electric vehicles that complies with the distribution range outlined by ECE-R13 braking regulations and aligns with an ideal braking distribution curve. In addition, using a fuzzy control strategy to manage the complex variables of the regenerative braking process, a robust and adaptable system is developed on the Simulink platform. Tested across various driving cycles are NEDC (New European Driving Cycle), WLTC (World Light Duty Vehicle Test Cycle), FTP-72 (Federal Test Procedure 72), and FTP-75 (Federal Test Procedure 75). The method significantly improves energy efficiency: 13% for WLTC, 16% for NEDC, and 30% for both FTP-72 and FTP-75. The simulation results were compared to regenerative braking control techniques A and B, showing that the proposed control method achieves a higher brake energy recovery rate. This leads to a considerable improvement in the vehicle’s energy recovery efficiency. These findings confirm the efficacy of the proposed regenerative brake control system, highlighting its potential to significantly enhance the energy efficiency of electric vehicles.
Exploring Factors Influencing Electric Vehicle Purchase Intentions through an Extended Technology Acceptance Model
Authors: Sun Zhiyou , Lee Boyoung
Published: August 2024

Recently, with climate deterioration and environmental pollution, consumers are becoming more and more aware of the use of sustainable energy. In particular, the demand for electric vehicles that use sustainable energy is also increasing. In addition, due to the simple driving principle of pure electric vehicles, many electric vehicles developed by electronics companies are continuously being launched. Electric vehicles not only use renewable energy to protect the environment but also save on various usage expenses, so they are expected to become the main products in the mobile travel equipment market in the future. This study aims to explore the impact of product design dimensions on electric vehicle (EV) purchase intentions, provide a theoretical basis for companies’ differentiation strategies, and reflect the impact of product design on purchase intention. This study uses Davis’s TAM combined with environmental awareness (EA) for analysis; an online survey was conducted on Chinese (n = 468) and Korean (n = 409) consumers, both male and female, aged 20–60 years and above. We found that, for Chinese consumers, the aesthetic and symbolic dimensions do not affect perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use, but they do affect environmental awareness, while the functional dimension affects not only perceived ease of use and usefulness but also environmental awareness. For Korean consumers, the aesthetic, functional, and symbolic dimensions all affect perceived ease of use and environmental awareness, but perceived usefulness is only affected by aesthetics and environmental awareness. Through simulation analysis, the results show that perceived ease of use, usefulness, and environmental awareness all directly affect purchase intentions. Perceived ease of use and environmental awareness are particularly important for Chinese consumers, while Korean consumers pay more attention to the test drive experience and environmental awareness. The results show that electric vehicle manufacturers should develop new technologies for the Chinese market to attract consumers, while in the Korean market, they should improve perceived usefulness through test drives and pay attention to environmental awareness. Specific statistical data show that both Chinese and Korean consumers assign importance to the impact of environmental awareness on purchase intention, proving the importance of environmental awareness. The results of this study will be of great reference value to electric vehicle manufacturers, policymakers, and consumer behavior researchers, helping them to better understand the role of product design in improving the market acceptance of electric vehicles.
The role of lateral pelvic lymph node dissection in advanced rectal cancer: a review of current evidence and outcomes
Authors: Choi Gyu-Seog , Kim Hye Jin
Published: August 2024

Metastatic lateral pelvic lymph nodes (LPNs) in rectal cancer significantly impact the prognosis and treatment strategies. Western practices emphasize neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (CRT), whereas Eastern approaches often rely on LPN dissection (LPND). This review examines the evolving role of LPND in the context of modern treatments, including total neoadjuvant therapy (TNT), and the impact of CRT on the management of clinically suspicious LPNs. We comprehensively reviewed the key literature comparing the outcomes of LPND versus preoperative CRT for rectal cancer, focusing on recent advancements and ongoing debates. Key studies, including the JCOG0212 trial and recent multicenter trials, were analyzed to assess the efficacy of LPND, particularly in conjunction with preoperative CRT or TNT. Current evidence indicates that LPND can reduce local recurrence rates compared to total mesorectal excision alone in patients not receiving radiation therapy. However, the benefit of LPND in the context of neoadjuvant CRT is influenced by the size and pretreatment characteristics of LPNs. While CRT can effectively control smaller metastatic LPNs, larger or clinically suspicious LPNs may require LPND for optimal outcomes. Advances in surgical techniques, such as robotic-assisted LPND, offer potential benefits but also present challenges and complications. The role of TNT in controlling metastatic LPNs and improving patient outcomes is emerging but remains underexplored. The decision to perform LPND should be individualized based on patient-specific factors, including LPN size, response to neoadjuvant treatment, and surgeon expertise. Future research should focus on optimizing treatment protocols and further evaluating the role of TNT in managing metastatic LPNs.
ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY TEST OF KAWISTA FRUIT PEEL EXTRACT (LIMONIA ACIDISSIMA L.) FROM PASINAN VILLAGE, PASURUAN, AGAINST SALMONELLA SP. COLONIES IN VITRO
Authors: Prastyaningtias Sisca Desi , Dian Sari Agung Suci
Published: August 2024

One of the potential agricultural products from Pasinan Village, Lekok sub-district, Pasuruan, East Java Province is Kawista Fruit. Residents of Pasinan used it for consumption, both raw and ripe. The large consumption of this fruit was caused an abundance of fruit peel. Based on the results of phytochemical analysis, the extract of kawista fruit peel contains saponins, tannins, alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids. Another income source of Pasinan residents comes from marine resources, that can be served in fresh fish, dried fish and other processed fish is susceptible to contaminated by microorganisms such as Salmonella sp. Salmonella sp. is pathogenic microbe lives on intestines of animals and humans. Purposes of this study are to determine the antibacterial activity of kawista rind extract on the growth of Salmonella sp. in-vitro and to determine the concentration of Kawista peel extract which is effective for inhibiting the growth of Salmonella sp using the paper disc diffusion method. The results of this study, the diameter of the inhibitory zone for the growth of Salmonella sp. using variables concentrations of kawista rind extract at 12.5%; 25%; 50%; 75%; 100%, with negative control are distilled water and methanol and positive control is tetracycline. At a concentration of 100% extract, the diameter of the bacterial inhibition test was the largest and significantly different from another treatment group at concentrations of 12.5%; 25%; 50%; 75%. However, the 100% extract showed a smaller inhibitory zone than the tetracycline treatment group, but not significantly different. Based on the results of this study, that can be concluded that kawista peel extract is effective for inhibiting the growth of Salmonella sp. Kawista peel extract at a concentration of 100% is most effective for inhibiting the growth of Salmonella sp and shows results that are not significantly different from tetracycline.
PENGARUH KOMBINASI EKSTRAK DAUN BANDOTAN (Ageratum conyzoides l.) DAN DAUN KERSEN (Muntingia calabura L.) TERHADAP INTESITAS SERANGAN SERANGGA HAMA PADA TANAMAN TOMAT (Lycopersicum esculentum) VARIETAS SERVO F1
Authors: Nurul Qolby Isnania Ayunda , Lumowa Sonja , Maasawet Elsje Theodora , , Masitah
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Pengaruh kombinasi ekstrak daun Bandotan (Ageratumconyzoides L.) dan daun Kersen (Muntingia calabura L.) terhadap intesitas serangan serangga hama padatanaman Tomat (Lycopersicum esculentum). Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimen yangdilaksanakan di desa Kabupaten Kutai Barat, Kecamatan Linggang Bigung, Kampung Linggang Bigung, JalanKenanga RT. 003. Penelitian ini menggunakan rancangan acak kelompok (RAK), dengan 5 perlakuan yaituT0 (control), T1 (30%), T2 (60%), T3 (90%), dan T4 (120%) 5 kali pengulangan. Tehnik pengambilan datayang digunakan adalah One Way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) satu arah. Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan 28 HST, dimana Fhitung (71.04) > Ftabel (4.77). Pada 35 HST, Fhitung (44.31) >Ftabel (4.77), pada 42 HST dimana Fhitung (22.49) > Ftabel (4.77), pada 49 HST dimana Fhitung (16.37) > Ftabel (4.77)dan pada 56 HST dimana Fhitung (33.04) > Ftabel (4.77). Sehingga konsentrasi yang paling efektif dalam menekanserangan serangga hama adalah konsetrasi T4 (60%). Berdasarkan analisis data terdapat pengaruh sangat nyatapada pemberian kombinasi ekstrak daun bandotan (Ageratum conyzoides L.) dan daun kersen (Muntingiacalabura L.) terhadap intesitas serangan serangga hama pada tanaman tomat (Lycopersicum esculentum)varietas servo
STUDI KASUS PENDERITA BUTA WARNA DI KOTA SEMARANG CASE STUDY OF PATIENTS WITH COLOR BLINDNESS IN SEMARANG CITY
Authors: Afrohah A’yun , . Hidayatullatifah
Published: August 2024

Buta warna adalah ketidakmampuan dalam melihat warna tertentu seperti pada orang dengan penglihatan normal. Buta warna terjadi ketika faktor genetik menghalangi reseptor cahaya (sel kerucut) mata dalam mengenali spektrum suatu warna. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan serta menganalisis bagaimana buta warna diwariskan dan menganalisis pengaruh buta warna terhadap kehidupan sehari-hari penderita di Kota Semarang. Penelitian ini dijalankan dengan pendekatan kualitatif menggunakan metode studi kasus. Subjek dari penelitian ini adalah empat orang laki-laki penderita buta warna, berusia 19 tahun, dan berdomisili di Kota Semarang. Buta warna diturunkan melalui pewarisan gen yang resesif dan terpaut dengan kromosom X (X-linked recessive). Pewarisan sifat buta warna menunjukkan pola pewarisan bersilang (criss-cross pattern of inheritance). Sebagai suatu kelainan, buta warna dapat mengganggu aktivitas sehari-hari.
THE EFFECT OF WORK MOTIVATION AND TOTAL QUALITY CONTROL (TQC) ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE
Authors: Chusnah C , Khoridah Lulu Arifatun , M.Si Mahfuz Nur
Published: August 2024

PT.Sansyu Precision Indonesia merupakan perusahaan manufaktur yang bergerak dibidang injection molding.Pada penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh motivasi kerja dan total quality control terhadap kinerja karyawan.Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah karyawan yang berstatus sebagai karyawan tetap sebanyak 65 responden dengan teknik purposive sampling.Metode analisa data yang digunakan adalah uji regresi dan uji hipotesis.Berdasarkan hasil analisa data dan pengujian hipotesis hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa motivasi kerja dan total quality control berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan pada PT.Sansyu Precision Indonesia. Besarnya pengaruh yang diberikan oleh variabel motivasi kerja dan total quality control terhadap kinerja karyawan adalah 56,4% sedangkan sisanya sebesar 43,6% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain yang tidak diteliti atau dibahas pada penelitian ini
MONOPOLY AND UNFAIR COMPETITION Garuda Indonesia UMROH TICKET WHOLESALER SYSTEM ACCORDING TO YAHYA BIN UMAR'S PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Fitriah Fitriah , Susila Wahyu Dwi Agung Priyo
Published: August 2024

The religious tourism market, in the form of organizing umrah services, has enormous potential in Indonesia. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims each year go to Baitullah by using airplanes. One of the airlines that provides flight services for umrah pilgrims is PT. Garuda Indonesia (Persero), Tbk. In 2019 Garuda Indonesia issued a letter, namely GA Info, informing the change of the direct selling system for Middle East route (Jeddah and Medina) to a wholesaling system by appointing 6 sales partners. In 2020 the Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU) fined Garuda IDR 1 billion for Discriminatory Practices related to the Selection of Sales Partners for Umrah Tickets to and from Jeddah and Medina. Garuda Indonesia then challenged the KPPU's decision to court and on March 22, 2022 the Supreme Court (MA) of the Republic of Indonesia rejected Garuda Indonesia's appeal against the KPPU's decision. Yahya bin Umar in his book Ahkam al-Suq explained monopoly practices and unfair competition and the impact to social justice. This paper will discuss Garuda's monopolistic policies that created unfair business competition from the perspective of Yahya bin Umar.
Pasar wisata religi yang berupa penyelenggaraan ibadah umrah, sangat besar potensinya di Indonesia. Ratusan ribu jamaah tiap tahun berangkat ke Baitullah dengan menggunakan moda transportasi pesawat terbang. Salah satu maskapai yang menyediakan layanan penerbangan bagi jamaah umrah adalah PT. Garuda Indonesia (Persero), Tbk. Pada tahun 2019 Garuda Indonesia mengeluarkan surat edaran GA Info yang berisi perubahan sistem penjualan secara langsung untuk tiket rute Middle East (Jeddah dan Madinah) menjadi sistem penjualan wholesale dengan menunjuk 6 mitra penjualan. Pada tahun 2020 Komisi Pengawasan Persaingan Usaha (KPPU) mendenda Garuda sebesar 1 miliar atas Praktek Diskriminasi terkait Pemilihan Mitra Penjualan Tiket Umrah Menuju dan dari Jeddah dan Madinah. Lalu Garuda Indonesia menggugat keputusan KPPU ini ke pengadilan dan pada tanggal 22 Maret 2022 Mahkamah Agung (MA) Republik Indonesia menolak kasasi Garuda Indonesia atas putusan KPPU. Praktek monopoli dan persaingan tidak sehat serta dampaknya terhadap keadilan sosial disinggung oleh ulama Yahya bin Umar dalam kitabnya Ahkam al-Suq. Tulisan ini akan membahas kebijakan monopolistik Garuda yang menciptakan persaingan usaha yang tidak sehat menurut perspektif Yahya bin Umar.
SETTLEMENT OF NUTRITED CREDITS OF SYARI'AH FINANCING THE IJARAH MUNTAHIYA BITTAMLIC MODEL WITH LIABILITY RIGHTS IN STATE BIDDING DEBT AFFAIRS AGENCY
Authors: Fahruddin Muhammad , Fitrini Vini
Published: August 2024

Sharia Bank is an Islamic bank that is starting to be in great demand by Indonesians, especially Muslims. Financing. In the running of the IMBT contract, bad credit problems often occur by the customer to the bank with guarantees of security rights to pay off their obligations. Usually the bank will ask the Head of the Religious Court to carry out the execution. When there is no good faith from the customer to the bank, the bank asks the Head of the Religious Court to submit a written auction request to (KPKNL) to sell auction of goods that have been executed. In this paper, the author focuses on the formulation of the problem, namely: 1. How is the IMBT model of shari'ah financing mechanism with guarantees of mortgage rights? auction implementation of the mortgage rights of Ijarah Muntahiya Bittamlik syari'ah financing with guarantees of coverage rights at BUPLN ?
 
Bank Syariah merupakan bank Islam yang mulai banyak diminati oleh masyarakat Indonesia khususnya kaum muslim. Dalam berjalannya akad IMBT sering terjadi kendala kredit macet yang dilakukan oleh nasabah kepada bank dengan jaminan hak tanggungan untuk melunasi kewajibannya. Biasanya bank akan meminta kepada Ketua Pengadilan Agama untuk dilakanakannya eksekusi. Ketika tidak ada itikad baik dari nasabah kepada bank, bank memohon Ketua Pengadilan Agama untuk mengajukan permohonan lelang secara tertulis kepada (KPKNL) untuk mejual lelang barang-barang yang telah di sita eksekusi. Dalam penulisan ini, penulis menitikberatkan kepada rumusan masalah yaitu: 1. Bagaimana mekanisme pembiayaan syari’ah model IMBT dengan jaminan hak tanggungan?, 2. Bagaimana penyelesaian kredit macet pembiayaan syari’ah IMBT di pengadilan agama dengan jaminan hak tanggungan?, 3. Bagaimana implemestasi pelelangan terhadap hak tanggungan dari pembiayaan syari’ah Ijarah Muntahiya Bittamlik dengan jaminan hak tangungan di BUPLN?
PENGARUH HARGA DAN KUALITAS PRODUK TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN KURSUS ONLINE (Pada PT Kemitraan Kuliner Indonesia)
Authors: Chusnah C , Sunarno S , Nambi Hamzah Fansuri
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of price and product quality on the purchasing decision to take an online course at PT Kemitraan Kuliner Indonesia. The population in this study are consumers who’s been buying the frozen food secret recipe online course in the last 2 years at PT Kemitraan Kuliner Indonesia. The sample in this study consisted of 100 respondents. The analysis methods used in this study are validity test and reliability test, normality test, multicollinearity test, heteroscedasticity test, multiple regression analysis and multiple correlation analysis, determination analysis, f test and t test using the SPSS 25 program. Based on the results of the price variable t test research can  a concluded that price has a positive and significant effect on the purchasing decision to take the course. Product quality variable t test can be concluded that Product Quality has a positive and significant effect on the purchasing decision to take an online course at PT Kemitraan Kuliner Indonesia. Based on the results of the coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.859, it shows that the Price and Product Quality variables are able to partially explain 85.9% of the variation that occurs in Purchasing Decisions, while 14.1% is another factor.
PENGGUNAAN INFLUENCER DI MEDIA SOSIAL UNTUK MEMPROMOSIKAN EKONOMI SYARIAH
Authors: Uyuni Badrah , Muhibudin Muhibudin , Kohari Kholis
Published: August 2024

Artikel ini membahas peran dan penggunaan influencer di media sosial sebagai strategi untuk mempromosikan ekonomi syariah. Melalui analisis literatur dan studi kasus, penulis menjelaskan bagaimana influencer digunakan oleh institusi keuangan syariah dan komunitas ekonomi syariah untuk meningkatkan kesadaran dan keterlibatan masyarakat terhadap ekonomi berbasis prinsip Islam. Studi ini mengidentifikasi bahwa influencer memiliki kekuatan untuk mempengaruhi opini dan perilaku pengikut mereka, sehingga menjadi alat yang efektif dalam menyebarkan pesan-pesan terkait keuangan syariah. Dalam artikel ini, penulis juga membahas berbagai strategi yang digunakan oleh influencer dalam konteks ekonomi syariah, seperti fokus pada edukasi, inspirasi, interaktifitas, dan kolaborasi dengan institusi syariah. Selain itu, penulis menguraikan tantangan yang dihadapi oleh influencer, seperti kurangnya pemahaman, persaingan dengan konten konvensional, dan respon negatif. Penggunaan influencer di media sosial dapat menjadi cara yang efektif untuk mempromosikan ekonomi syariah kepada khalayak yang lebih luas. Dengan konten yang relevan, edukatif, dan menginspirasi, influencer dapat memainkan peran penting dalam meningkatkan pemahaman masyarakat tentang prinsip-prinsip ekonomi syariah dan mendorong adopsi prinsip-prinsip tersebut dalam kehidupan sehari-hari.
Asuhan Keperawatan Hipertermia dengan Kompres Hangat pada Pasien Tuberculosis Paru
Authors: Hasanah Putri , Susyanti Deni , Pratama Muchti Yuda , Suharto Suharto
Published: August 2024

Background one of the symptoms of pulmonary tuberculosis is hyperthermia which is the body response to infection process. Tuberculosis sufferers are usually subfebrile, resembling fluenza, but sometimes they can be infected by influenza with body temperature ranging between 38.0 and 38.5oC. The effort made to overcome hyperthermia is by giving warm compresses to reduce fever. Method this is a descriptive research using case study approach that focuses on hyperthermia with warm compresses in pulmonary tuberculosis patient at Tk II Putri hijau Hospital, Medan. Results after nursing interventions in patient I and II with warm compresses on the forehead, axilla, tibia febula, for 4 days, the patients body temperature decreases from 38oC to 37oC. Conclusions it is concluded that there is a nursing problem in patient I and patient II, namely hyperthermia. Suggestions It is expected that the health workers improve their nursing skills in providing nursing care, especially in taking actions to reduce patients fever, so as to reduce its incidence.
Dukungan Keluarga terhadap Kepatuhan Minum Obat Hipertensi pada Lansia di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Muaro Putuih Kecamatan Tanjung Mutiara Kabupaten Agam
Authors: Budiman Hary , Hidayat Hilda , Melinda Mesi
Published: August 2024

Compliance with treatment of patients with hypertension is important because hypertension is a disease that cannot be cured. Hypertension cases at the Muaro Putuih Health Center were 307 cases, only 47 (34.39%) elderly were taking hypertension medication. The purpose of the study was to look at factors related to adherence to taking hypertension medication in the elderly. This type of research is quantitative using a cross-sectional approach. The study was conducted in March 2022 in the working area of the Muaro Putuih Health Center, Tanjung Mutiara District, Agam Regency. The number of samples is 47 using a total sampling technique with inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data processing using a computer application, namely SPSS using the chi-square test is displayed in the form of a distribution table. There is a significant relationship between family support and adherence to taking hypertension medication, the results of the Chi-square P-value statistical test (0.005) < (0.05). It is expected that health workers will form a drug taking supervisor (PMO) in the patient's family to assist all the needs of the elderly in undergoing treatment, monitor and evaluate PMO, provide counseling to families and hypertension patients to provide an understanding of hypertension and build communication with elderly sufferers. hypertension.
Analisis Pengaruh Bauran Pemasaran terhadap Kepuasan Pasien pada Rumah Sakit Khusus Bedah X Kota Padang
Authors: Aisyiah Intan Kamala , Adhyka Nurmaines
Published: August 2024

Hospitals are currently required to maintain their existence in the service field, so that they can maintain consumers or patients by paying attention to every factor that affects patient satisfaction. One of the ways hospitals can do this is by modifying the marketing mix and services that match patient expectations and satisfaction. The purpose of this research was to analyze the effect of the marketing mix on patient satisfaction at the X Surgical Specialty Hospital in Padang. This research was conducted by using a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. The study sample was 50 patients or families of adult patients, willing to fill out questionnaires, able to communicate well, and not employees of the X Surgical Specialty Hospital in Padang or their families, who were selected using accidental sampling techniques. The data were analyzed using the Chi-Square statistical test. The results showed that there was a significant influence between the marketing mix (product, price, place, people, physical evidence, process, promotion) on patient satisfaction at the X Surgical Specialty Hospital in Padang. Thus, the X Surgical Specialty Hospital in Padang needs to retain its consumers or patients so as not to switch to other hospitals.
Hubungan Beban Kerja dengan Stres Kerja pada Perawat di Ruang Instalasi Rawat Inap Bedah di RSUP M. Djamil Padang Tahun 2022
Authors: Mindayani Sri , Aisyiah Intan Kamala , Safutri Shinta Okvianti
Published: August 2024

The results of a survey conducted by the Indonesian National Nurses Association (PPNI) in 2018 about 50.9% of nurses in Indonesia experience work stress. RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang is a referral hospital for the Central Sumatra region, serving people in the provinces of West Sumatra, Riau, Jambi, Bengkulu, and the southern part of North Sumatra. IRNA surgery at RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang has 180 patient beds. In the initial survey conducted by researchers, some nurses experienced symptoms of work stress such as feeling tired, dizzy, irritable, no appetite, exhausted. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between workload and tenure with work stress on nurses in IRNA surgery at RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang in 2022. The type of research used is quantitative with a cross sectional design. The study was conducted from January to August 2022 on surgical IRNA nurses at RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang. The population in this study amounted to 87 nurses, using a total sampling technique with inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data processing using SPSS. The research instrument used a questionnaire. The analysis used is univariate and bivariate analysis with Chi-Square test. The results showed that 51.8% of nurses experienced work stress, 56.5% of nurses had a heavy workload and 54.1% of nurses with a working period of  > 5 years. The results of the bivariate analysis showed that there was a relationship between workload (P-value = 0.04) and length of service (P-value = 0.02) with work stress on nurses at IRNA surgical Dr. M. Djamil Padang in 2022. It is hoped that the agency should hold training on stress management for nurses as well as activities such as outbound, study tours, spiritual activities, and doing physical activities together such as gymnastics for refreshment and refreshing for nurses.
Gênero oral e argumentação
Authors: Tavares Paloma , Cavalcante Rivadávia Porto
Published: August 2024

O estudo examina a construção da capacidade argumentativa através do gênero oral, destacando a importância dessa modalidade para a comunicação e expressão dos discentes para a vida social e atuação no mundo do trabalho. Sem desvalorizar os gêneros escritos, a pesquisa buscou ressaltar a relevância dos gêneros orais no processo de ensino e aprendizagem da linguagem. Utilizou-se o livro didático (LD) “Se Liga na Língua” adotado pelo Instituto Federal do Tocantins como referência e por meio de entrevista com um professor de Língua portuguesa, avaliou-se a transposição didática desse livro nas declarações do docente sobre os conteúdos abordados na aplicação em sala de aula. Os resultados da análise indicam a necessidade de reformulação do LD, especialmente no que concerne à produção textual oral, evidenciando uma lacuna no foco em práticas de letramento oral argumentativo. Observou-se que, apesar das limitações do material didático, o professor realiza atividades que incentivam a oralidade e a argumentação. Enfim, o livro didático precisa ser revisado.
Analisis Ergonomi Pengaruh Beban Kerja Terhadap Kelelahan Pada Pekerja Pembuatan Batu Bata Secara Manual
Authors: Yusuf Muhammad , Widuri Asih Endang , Darmawan Sigit
Published: August 2024

Brick is a material that can be used as a building material to make houses, multi-storey buildings and so on. Making bricks manually cannot be separated from the risk of fatigue due to the workload carried out in the brick making process repeatedly. This research identifies and analyzes the effect of workload on work fatigue, determining the level of work fatigue on the workload of manual brick making workers. The population of this study was all 32 male workers, by determining Body Mass Index, determining cardiovascular load, determining workload and determining work fatigue. Data processing and analysis techniques were carried out using multiple linear regression tests. Based on the research results, it shows that there is a significant influence between workload and work fatigue in manual brick making workers, it is known that the value of p = 0.000 or smaller than 0.05 (p < 0.05), and the average level is large. work fatigue is 62.5 with the work fatigue category being moderate.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KINERJA KARYAWAN PT XYZ CIKARANG
Authors: IQBAL MUHAMMAAD , RUSWIDIONO WASISTO
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine whether there is influence of leadership style, motivation and work discipline on employee performance at PT XYZ Cikarang. This research was conducted to determine the decline in the annual production rate at the company. This research was conducted at PT XYZ Cikarang, by taking 82 employees as research samples using purposive sampling technique. Collecting data using observation methods and questionnaires. The data analysis technique used is multiple regression analysis. Based on the study conduct, the results of the analysis showed that leadership style and work discipline have effect on employee performance.
PENGARUH GAYA KEPEMIMPINAN DAN FAKTOR LAINNYA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN BACKOFFICE PT. X
Authors: RAMADHAN RANIAH PUTRI , SANTOSO WAWA
Published: August 2024

The lack of attention from service-oriented companies towards the work environment can lead to a decline in employee performance. This research aims to investigate the extent to which these conditions result in optimal employee performance. The data analysis method employed is Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using the SmartPLS version 3.3.9 tool, involving variables such as leadership style, motivation, compensation, work environment, and job satisfaction in relation to employee performance. The research focuses on the Back Office of PT X with 104 employees as samples. The findings indicate that leadership style and the work environment have a positive impact on employee performance, whereas motivation, compensation, and job satisfaction do not have a significant influence. Recommendations for PT. X include strengthening the implementation of existing leadership styles and improving the work environment to support employee productivity.
PENGARUH KOMPONEN IKLIM ORGANISASI TERHADAP KETERLIBATAN KERJA KARYAWAN
Authors: AMANU RAIHANA FARRAS , GULO YUPITER
Published: August 2024

This study aims to analyze and determine the influence of organizational climate components including leadership, employee relations, employee commitment, employee satisfaction, and employee motivation on work engagement. This research uses descriptive and causal approaches and uses a 5-point Likert scale to measure each variable. This study used non-probability sampling technique with saturated sampling method. Data collection was obtained by through questionnaires distributed online through Google Form to 65 respondents. This research method uses the multiple linear analysis method was used as a test tool. The results in this study showed that leadership, employee relations, employee engagement, employee satisfaction and employee motivation affect employee work engagement.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI INTENTION TO USE GUNA MENINGKATAN PANGSA PASAR LAYANAN VIDEO STREAMING
Authors: SYALOMIA NAFTALI , SUTRISNO NUNO
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Usefulness, Ritualized use and Instrumental Use toward Intention to Use on Netflix users in DKI Jakarta. This research used research method through a survey. Data analysis was carried out quantitatively and used a causal research design. Sample collected using Non-Probability Sampling with purposive sampling technique. The total sample used in this study was 147 respondents and will be processed using SPSS 25 software. The data analysis technique used in this study is multiple linear regression. The results of this study has shown that Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Usefulness, Ritualized use and Instrumental Use  have an influence on Intention to Use. This research is expected to provide input or suggestions to video streaming service companies, especially Netflix, which is the object of this research, is to be able to increasing the market share of video streaming companies in Indonesia.
THE INFLUENCE OF BRAND IDENTITY TOWARDS BRAND LOYALTY AND RESILIENCE TO NEGATIVE INFORMATION ON HONDA IN JAKARTA
Authors: UTOMO ALEXANDER PRIMA , PRASASTYO KLEMENS WEDANAJI
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of service quality, price and restaurant environment variables on customer loyalty through customer satisfaction variables. The object of this research is the China restaurant "Din Tai Fung" in DKI Jakarta. Sample identification was carried out using a purposive sampling met by determining nine sampling criteria, so that a total of 274 respondents were obtained with 257 data responden who met the criteria and could be used as research samples. This research uses a multivariate analysis model test the influence of each variable. The research results show that the variables of service quality, price a restaurant environment influence variations in customer loyalty through variations in customer satisfaction.