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LAMA GANG BENGKOK MOSQUE AS A MULTIETHNIC SYMBOL IN THE CITY OF MEDAN.
Authors: Tanjung Raini , Rudiansyah Rudiansyah , Chen Jessy 
Published: August 2020

LAMA GANG BENGKOK MOSQUE AS A MULTIETHNIC SYMBOL IN THE CITY OF MEDAN.Raini Tanjung; Rudiansyah; JessyProgram Studi Sastra Cina Fakultas Ilmu BudayaUniversitas Sumatera Utara ABSTRACTThe title of this research is ‘Lama Gang Bengkok Mosque As A Multiethnic Symbol In The City Of Medan’. The purpose of this study was to analyze the ornamental and symbolic forms of the Lama Gang Bengkok Mosque building, and explain the history of the Lama Gang Bengkok Mosque which was used as a multiethnic symbol in Medan City. The method used is a qualitative research method and described descriptively. The theory used in this study is the semiotic theory of Charles Sanders Peirce. Data was obtained through observation and interview techniques with several informants and people around. The results showed that this building became one of the multiethnic symbols of harmony between religious and cultured people from ancient times to the present, and can be seen from the form and symbolism of the Lama Gang Bengkok Mosque building, such as the forms and symbols of Malay, Chinese and Persian culture.Keywords: Lama Gang Bengkok mosque; Ornaments; symbolis; Multi-Language; Medan City.
ETILENODIAMINA COMO INIBIDOR DE CORROSÃO DOS AÇOS INOXIDÁVEIS AUSTENÍTICOS 304 E 316 EM MEIO ÁCIDO
Authors: Da Silva Krishna Alcantara , Da Silva Larissa de Souza Vieira , Vasconcellos Maurício dos Santos , Santos Shirleny Fontes , Santana Ana Isabel de Carvalho 
Published: August 2020

Os aços inoxidáveis austeníticos são amplamente utilizados no meio industrial em virtude de suas boas propriedades mecânicas e da sua resistência a corrosão. Entretanto, em meios de elevada corrosividade, tais como em presença de íons cloreto, esses aços apresentam uma susceptibilidade a alguns processos corrosivos, como por exemplo a corrosão por pite e intergranular. Os inibidores de corrosão são geralmente utilizados como forma de reduzir ou inibir os processos corrosivos. Compostos orgânicos contendo grupamento amino, dupla ligação, anel aromático ou átomos de N, O e S comumente apresentam capacidade inibidora da corrosão. Neste trabalho, foi avaliada a aplicação da etilenodiamina como inibidor da corrosão dos aços 304 e 316 em meio ácido. Observou-se que o composto apresentou inibição da corrosão em todas as concentrações estudadas. Entretanto, a maior eficiência de corrosão foi observada para as maiores concentrações.
ANÁLISE DO COMPORTAMENTO TÉRMICO E REOLÓGICO DO ABS APÓS EXTRUSÃO
Authors: Bandeira Cirlene Fourquet , Quelho Paulo Estevão Quimas , Alvarenga Rafael de Aquino , Meireles Pâmela Nunes , Palmeira Alexandre Alvarenga , Montoro Sergio Roberto 
Published: August 2020

Atualmente, vários materiais são extrudados, entre eles o ABS (Acrilonitrila Butadieno Estireno), que é um termoplástico com grande aplicabilidade em vários setores da indústria, principalmente automotiva. Entretanto, as etapas de aquecimentos do processo, bem como o tempo de exposição podem causar degradação do polímero. Estes defeitos podem gerar uma série de inconvenientes, que vão desde a perda da peça, até o risco de acidentes devido aos pontos de propagação de falhas. Em decorrência disto, são necessárias análises que comprovem a variação das características do material em função da temperatura, especialmente se o equipamento utilizado para o processo de extrusão for experimental. As análises que apresentam baixo custo e rapidez e que determinam a temperatura de degradação ou a diminuição do tamanho da molécula por quebra da mesma são feitas via TGA (Análise Termogravimétrica) ou pelo índice de fluidez. Sendo assim, o presente trabalho desenvolveu um estudo do comportamento de 3 diferentes tipos de ABS (acrilonitrila-butadieno-estireno) denominados AE800, de AG1000 MG94, extrudados a uma rotação de 60RPM, para avaliar o comportamento termo cinético por meio de ensaios de TGA e índice de fluidez. Os resultados demonstram que em alguns casos, o índice de fluidez se mostra mais eficaz que a termogravimetria para determinar esse parâmetro e que apesar das pequenas variações nas propriedades do ABS, é possível sua utilização.
Non-purulent pharyngitis: adult still’s disease
Authors: B. V. Nagabhushanarao , Vatti Narmada , Dannana Naveen Kumar , Konathala Surendra 
Published: August 2020

Adult Still’s disease is rare and may present as pyrexia of unknown origin. Due to lack of expertise, diagnosis may be delayed inadvertently. The patient usually presents with spiked fever, polyarthralgia or arthritis, evanescent skin rash, non-purulent pharyngitis, lymphadenopathy and hepatosplenomegaly. Leukocytosis, predominantly of neutrophils, elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein without obvious infection are the hallmarks of the disease. Delay in diagnosis may expose the patient to the side effects of antibiotics as they are repeatedly prescribed in view of elevated leukocytes. The majority of patients report pain in the throat without evidence of infection. This was an important clue to our diagnosis of this patient. Grossly elevated serum ferritin is diagnostic of adult onset still's disease. As the white cell counts are grossly elevated, a bone marrow examination to rule out hematological malignancy may be mandatory. Serum ferritin value has prognostic value too. Minor illness may respond to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), but steroids are the mainstay of the treatment. Methotrexate is of additional value for those presenting predominantly with arthritis. Anakinra, Infliximab and Tocilizumab are other options. Those patients presenting with severe disease and organ involvement require high dose intravenous steroids followed by high dose oral steroids.
Study the iron status in children with febrile seizures: a hospital based cross sectional study
Authors: Goyal Rajat , Gupta Alpa , Pandita Neerul , Sharma Anita 
Published: August 2020

Background: Febrile seizures are most common among childhood seizures, accounts to 2% to 5% in children below 5 years of age. Iron deficiency can cause many neurological deficits and may lower the seizure threshold. The present study was conducted to determine the iron status in children with febrile seizures.Methods: The present cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Pediatrics, HIMS, Dehradun, over a period of 12 month from January 2018 to December 2018. A total of 105 children of age group 6 month to 5 years, coming to pediatrics department were included in the study. Total study subjects were divided into two groups, Group I (febrile seizure) and Group II (other than febrile seizure). A consecutive sampling method was done for selection of study subjects.Results: In Group I (febrile seizure), the number of males were 71.7% while females were 28.3% with male: female ratio of 2.5:1. In Group I (febrile seizure), 61.7% of subjects had deficient iron level while 38.3% of subjects had normal serum iron level. Our study shows significantly low mean serum ferritin and mean serum iron level in subjects with febrile seizures.Conclusions: We concluded that iron deficiency is more common in febrile seizures and there is a positive association between serum iron level and febrile seizures.
Association of nutritional status with dietary and behavioural patterns among adolescents
Authors: Elizabeth Kandathil Eapen , Ashwin David Ashok , Jyothidev Kesavadev 
Published: August 2020

Background: Changing trends in dietary habits, behavioral patterns, and prevalence of overweight/obesity among adolescents is of great concern.Methods: 6469 school children from five districts of Kerala, India were enrolled. Dietary habits and behavioral patterns were collected using a pretested questionnaire. Anthropometric measurements were recorded and compared with regional Indian Academy Pediatrics (IAP) reference charts. Data was computed and analyzed. Results: Mean age: Boys 14.51±0.93, Girls 14.42±1.04 years. Male: Female ratio 0.92:1. Practices like missing breakfast, non-compliance to weekly Iron Folic Acid supplementation and not taking exercise >2 hours/week were more in girls. Increased consumption of junk food, screen time >2 hours/week and not sharing life events with parents were more in boys. Mean anthropometric parameters were <50th percentile of reference charts. 6.1% had low BMI (boys, 4.2% vs. girls,7.6%,), 12.3% were overweight (boys, 14.9% vs. girls,10.2%) and 4.4% had obesity (boys, 4.7% vs. girls, 4.2%). Mean anthropometric parameters were higher in more urbanized districts. Daily consumption of junk food showed significant association with obesity and exercise >2 hours/week with normal BMI.Conclusions: Dietary and behavioral patterns and prevalence of overweight/obesity showed variability with respect to gender and region of residence. 12% were overweight and 4% had obesity. Daily consumption of junk food showed significant association with overweight/obesity and daily exercise >2 hours/week with normal BMI. Health education addressing behavioral change is recommended for better health.
Validation of a questionnaire for the assessment of knowledge, attitude, and practices in patients with irritable bowel syndrome
Authors: Khanna Sanjeev , Khaliq Abdul , Kewlani Jaiprakash , Gupta Sachin , Kumar Sanjay 
Published: August 2020

Background: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder with a significant impact on the patients’ quality of life. The objective if this study was to develop and validate knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) questionnaire in patients with IBS.Methods: The questionnaire was developed by medical experts by a consultative process using available literature on KAP for patients with IBS. Contents of the questionnaire were validated based on content clarity and relevance using a 4-point ordinal scale. A cross-sectional survey of 100 individuals with IBS was carried out to establish internal consistency, followed by the establishment of the construct validity of the questionnaire.Results: The original KAP questionnaire included 32 items categorized under the 3 domains of knowledge (22 items), attitude (6 items), and practices (8 items). During expert validation, 4 items from knowledge domain and 1 item from attitude domain were revised. For the original questionnaire, for the individual KAP domains and the overall questionnaire, the Cronbach's alpha raw values were 0.384, 0.215, 0.548, and ‑0.028, and standardized values were 0.395, 0.368, 0.490, and 0.119, respectively. Six items from knowledge domain and 1 item from attitude domain were deleted to strengthen the internal consistency without jeopardizing the purpose of study. For the questionnaire with 29 items, Cronbach's alpha values improved to 0.603, 0.314, 0.548, and 0.483 (raw values) and 0.586, 0.350, 0.490, and 0.414 (standardized values), respectively.Conclusions: The validated questionnaire with 29 items had improved homogeneity as compared with the initial questionnaire with 36 items.
Endoscopic profile and clinical outcome of patients presenting with upper gastrointestinal bleeding
Authors: Kumar Ashish , Kasturi Umang , Singh Amritpal , Kaur Dharamjit 
Published: August 2020

Background: Acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding is a common medical emergency with significant mortality. The aim of the present study is to study endoscopic profile and clinical outcome of patients presenting with upper gastrointestinal bleeding in this region. Methods: This prospective observational study carried out on 100 patients admitted with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. All patients included in study underwent upper gastrointestinal endoscopy after initial evaluation and stabilization. Status of study group patients was noted at discharge. Patients were telephonically contacted at day 15 and were asked about rebleed, readmission for gastrointestinal bleed or death of the patient.Results: The mean age of patients was 48.98 ±14.50 years with male to female ratio of 2.57:1. The most common lesions causing UGI bleed were related to portal hypertension (esophageal and gastric varices) and were seen in 67% of patients. Non portal hypertensive lesions causing UGI bleed (peptic and other lesions) were seen in 46% patients. Twenty six percent patients had combination of lesions while endoscopy was normal in 3% patients. Rebleeding within 15 days was seen in 11 patients out of whom 3 died during same admission. Out of other 8 patients with rebleed, readmission was seen in 6 patients while 2 patients had minor bleed. We found no correlation of mortality and rebleed with factors like age, history of liver disease, diabetes, NSAIDs use, peptic ulcer disease and presence of cirrhosis. However the correlation between rebleed and death was found to be statistically significant.Conclusions: Portal hypertension is the most common cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in this region. There is strong correlation between rebleeding and death. However there is no correlation between age, history of liver disease, diabetes, NSAIDs use, peptic ulcer disease and presence of cirrhosis with rebleed or mortality.
Role of nasolacrimal duct probing in pre-operative endo-dacryocystorhinostomy
Authors: Munjal Manish , Kaur Amanjot , Singh Akashdeep , Bajwa G. S. , Munjal Shubham , Bansal Vasu 
Published: August 2020

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Infection s and facial trauma are likely to disrupt the lacrimal flow in the region of the medial canthus. Individuals with epiphora refractory to topical medication and secondary to an obstructive aetiology were subjected to nasolacrimal duct probing prior to endo-nasal-dacrocystorhinostomy, to identify the likely site of obstruction, cannalicular, common cannalicus or in the nasolacrimal duct.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> 40 adult subjects of long duration epiphora were selected from the outpatient clinics of otorhinolaryngology and opthalmology services of Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana. </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> On pre-operative lacrimal probing, the block was detected at a distance of greater than 3 cm in 26 sides (65%) and less than 3 cm in 14 sides (35%).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> In patients of epiphora, the naso-lacrimal system had an obstruction, in the duct and usually at a distance of greater than 3 cm from the punctum.</p>
Parotidectomy, complications and management: our experience
Authors: Banerjee Pranabashish , Sikdar B. , Das Gautam , Das Arijit , Ghosh Arunava 
Published: August 2020

<p><strong>Background:</strong> Salivary gland neoplasms constitute 0.3% of all malignancies and 2%-6.5% of the head-and-neck tumors. Considering the unique anatomy of the gland and its intricate relationship with the facial nerve, significant complications may arise which can result in varying degrees of morbidity.</p><p><strong>Methods:</strong> We present here our experience of Parotid surgery done at two institutes, NRS medical College in Kolkata and North Bengal medical College and Hospital in the Darjeling district from 2013 to 2019 in the department of ENT and Head neck Surgery. Patients were subjected to superficial parotidectomy, total conservative and total parotidectomy depending upon the preoperative FNAC report.</p><p><strong>Results:</strong> 47 patients were subjected to different types of parotidectomies. Pleomorphic adenoma was the most common pathology encountered and facial nerve palsy was the most common post-operative complication in our series, followed by GAN injury, flap necrosis and Frey’s syndrome.</p><p><strong>Conclusions:</strong> This demographic study will help future parotid surgeons to understand various complications encountered during the surgery and management of those aforesaid complications, improving surgical outcome.</p>
Low grade nasopharyngeal papillary adenocarcinoma case report from the Middle East
Authors: Mohammed Suzan S. , Ahmad Hassan H. , Ammar Adham A. , Rahman Waheed 
Published: August 2020

<p>Nasopharyngeal papillary adenocarcinoma variety is extremely rare type of nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Limited number of cases reported in the literature, with most cases being reported from west and south Asia. We report the first case in English literature from the middle east and south Africa. A young gentleman diagnosed with low-grade nasopharyngeal papillary adenocarcinoma with positive cervical lymph node. He received a combined approach with endoscopic resection of the lesion and concomitant Left neck dissection followed by planned chemoradiotherapy. Through this case report, we would like to share our treatment approach and explore the optimum therapeutic strategies for primary nasopharyngeal papillary adenocarcinomas.</p><p> </p>
Guidelines for otology surgery in coronavirus-19 pandemic
Authors: Juvekar Meenesh , Sarkar Baisali 
Published: August 2020

<p class="abstract">Measures to be taken by the clinicians involved in Otology surgery in light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Current finding about COVID-19 infection and its relation with SARS-CoV 2 virus is evaluated and possible safety measure guidelines to be taken while doing Otological procedures is reviewed. Wearing PPE kit (N95 mask, double gloves, respirator, eye protection, face shield, gown, shoe cover ), limited attendance to essential personnel, using negative pressure room, using double drape system and proper removal of patient drape after rhinology operation reduces the risk of SARS-CoV 2 virus spread via aerosol into the environment. Emergent and Urgent otology surgery need prompt treatment, thus proper COVID-19 protocols should be maintained while doing otology surgery like wearing PPE ( N95 mask, double gloves, respirator, eye protection, face shield, gown, shoe cover ), limit attendance to essential personnel and use negative pressure room are undertaken. Double draping of the operating site is essential while drilling and suctioning and it’s too carried out under the plastic tent to reduce aerosol spread in the environment. Proper removing of the tent setup, including rolling of patient drape is needed to reduce aerosol spread. Otology surgeries should adhere to general guidelines set for high-risk procedures.</p>
Best technique for fixation of displaced transverse olecranon fractures: tension band wiring or plate fixation?
Authors: Yogi Lokesh Kumar , Mahi Gagandeep , Thorat C. R. , Naik Moti Janardhan 
Published: August 2020

<p><strong>Background:</strong> Fractures of olecranon are common fractures in upper limb. Tension band wiring (TBW) and plate fixation (PF) are mostly used techniques but choice is based on type of fracture and surgeon’s preference.</p><p><strong>Methods:</strong> A study assessed functional results in 28 patients that were enrolled after the clinical event of trauma has occurred. Patients were divided into two groups- Group (A) for TBW and Group (B) for PF; here gender, age and side of fracture were ignored. Post-operative functional outcome were evaluated by using the Mayo Elbow Performance (MEP) and the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score parameters.</p><p><strong>Results:<em> </em></strong>Mean (SD) union time as determined by postoperative radiographs was 8.5 (1.48) weeks for group (A) and 9 (2.08) weeks for group (B). Mean (SD) MEP score at 9 months in group (A) 84.28 (7.28) and 80.71 (10.92) in group (B). Mean (SD) DASH at 9 months in group (A) 12.2 (8.8) and 11.7 (10.4) in group (B). Complications were reported in group (A) 6 patient (42.85%) out of 14 patients and in group (B) 1 patient (7.14%) out of 14 patients.</p><p><strong>Conclusions:<em> </em></strong>The current study shows that there are no significant differences in functional outcome between both the study groups. Due to lesser complications, we recommend the plate fixation approach as the better choice for transverse displaced olecranon fractures. More large scale studies are required to further confirm our results.</p>
Leprosy reactions: a prospective study at tertiary care hospital of South Gujarat
Authors: Tralsawala Krunal , Umrigar Dipak 
Published: August 2020

<p><strong>Background:</strong> Clinical diagnosis of early leprosy lesions is important as it is one of the leading causes of physical disabilities which cause social stigma leading to discrimination &amp; isolation. Its diagnosis is based upon detailed cutaneous examination along with peripheral nerves. The objectives were to study associations between reaction types with type of leprosy and various deformities and disabilities relating to treatment for leprosy.</p><p><strong>Methods:</strong> This is a hospital-based prospective, cross-sectional observational study. 110 clinically diagnosed Leprosy patients with reactions visiting Dermatology OPD were analysed after obtaining informed consent. Participants’ data were collected for demographic criteria, clinical history, past medical history and family history. Clinical examination of a study participant was performed. Collected data was entered in Microsoft excel worksheet and analysed for frequency distribution. </p><p><strong>Results:</strong> All subjects were in a mean age of 38.03±14.37 years.13.64% patients had positive family history of leprosy. 59 (53.64%) and 51 (46.36%) cases were of type 1 and type 2 reactions, respectively. Out of 59 patients with type 1 reaction, the most common presenting symptom was inflammation of pre-existing lesion observed in 35 (59.32%) cases while the most common presenting symptom of type 2 reactions was erythema nodosum leprosum seen in 34 (66.67%) cases. Type 1 reaction presented histopathologically as upgrading (67.80%) and downgrading reactions (5.08%). Histopathological finding in type 2 reaction were neutrophillic infiltration with macrophage granuloma seen in 54.90% cases.</p><p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> It is important to identify reactions associated with leprosy and its treatment as they can significantly alter the morbidity of an affected individual.</p>
Plant characteristics developed by breeding of hybrids F1 "beef" type tomato
Authors: Tenkova N. F. , Eroshevskaya A. E. , Egorova A. A. , Titova E. V. , Tereshonkova T. A. 
Published: August 2020

Relevance.Tomato hybrids of the "beef" type are a commodity group characterized by fruits whose mass exceeds 220-240 g. The fruits of this group are distinguished by an attractive aligned shape and color, large size and are in constant demand among consumers. In the assortment of supermarkets and markets, the share of "beef" tomatoes is 10-20% of the total volume. Methods.The results of studying the characteristics of tomato hybrids allowed us to identify the most valuable characteristics for selection in the selection of "beef" tomatoes. Traditionally, we select donor lines for the signs "fruit weight from 200 g and above", "high yield", "disease resistance". For hybrids of professional use, we also evaluate such characteristics as" fruit density", "high uniformity", "ability to form fruits with high uniformity and marketability throughout the growing season". For hybrids and varieties for the hobby market, the most important characteristics are "High taste qualities", "aroma", "high dry matter content". Results. As a result of selections based on these characteristics, such hybrids as Rumyani shar F1, Korallovy rif F1 (which are in demand not only in our country, but also in other countries), Katarina F1 were created.