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Eradication therapy for gastric cancer in Inner Mongolia: a single-center study over 10 years
Authors: Ya-Hong Li  , Ming Liu  , Xue-Yu Zhao  , Fei Song  , Dong-hai Li  
Published: April 2021

Abstract
Objective: To analyze the clinicopathological data of gastric cancer database in The Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University for the past 10 years, in order to understand the characteristics, diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer in this area.
Methods: The clinical and pathological data of 2049 patients with gastric cancer treated in the Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University from 2007.1-2017.1 were retrospectively analyzed. All clinical data in the present study were approved by the Ethics Committee of Inner Mongolia Medical University. The efforts were made to keep patient information used in the studies.
Results: There were 1619 males (79.01%) and 430 females (20.99%) with an average age of 60.94±10.90. The incidence of gastric antrum was the highest in 830 cases (40.51%) and the proportion of gastric cancer was different in different age groups (c2=58.583, P=0.000). Early stage gastric cancer accounted for 8.83%, while advanced gastric cancer accounted for 91.17%. 922 cases (45.00%) were poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. There were significant differences in the histological types of gastric cancer among different age groups (c2 = 102.866, P = 0.000). There were 130 cases of Mongolian patients with gastric cancer, and the composition ratio of each age group was similar to that of Han ethnicity. However, incidence location was different from that of the Han ethnicity, 55 cases (42.31%) occurred in esophagogastric junction, followed by gastric antrum.
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KONTROVERSI MUSHHAF AL-QUR’AN BERWAJAH PUISI KARYA HB. YASSIN
Authors: Gusmian Islah 
Published: April 2021

HB. Yassin yang dikenal sebagai “Paus sastra” di Indonesia membuat terjemah Al-Qur’an dengan wajah puitis, yang disebut Mushhaf Al-Qur’an Berwajah Puisi. Gagasan ini kemudian melahirkan kontroversi di kalangan umat Islam Indonesia karena hasil kerja Yassin tersebut dianggap berbeda dengan mushhaf standar yang dipegangi umat Islam. Tulisan ini mencoba mengkaji tatacara penulisan dan layout Mushhaf Al-Qur’an Berwajah Puisi.

Key word: HB. Yassin, puitisasi Al-Qur’an, tatacara penulisan, lay out.
DEALING WITH DIVERSITY
Authors: Ali Ja’far  
Published: April 2021

Modern Indonesian had featured by two overlapping terms ‘Defending Religion’ and ‘Defending Islam’. Both are similar and popular term during the light of Islamic resurgence in the post-reformation era. As the term emerged publicly, religious discourse and debate concerning on the term are inevitable. The term, problematically, used by the particular group to legitimate numerous political actions, escalated the number of religious blasphemy. Surely, Muslims are obligated to defend Islam, but Islamic teaching also encourages the Muslim to respect communal-pluralistic society. By employing a thematic approach, this paper then argues that the idea of ‘defending religion’ should be revisited. Based on the occasion of revelation, the collected verses initially considered as an appeal to do “justice” (ʽadl), fight against the repressive community, persecution, displacement, and any outraged acts. Through tracing the occasion of revelation, this paper also argued that the idea of “defending religion” has also much to do with the idea of “defending diversity” in the context of pluralistic society.
Keywords: diversity, defending Islam, thematic exegesis, conservatism.
QIRĀ`AT SHĀDHAH DALAM TAFSIR SYIAH
Authors: Alfi Ahmad Musonnif 
Published: April 2021

Abstract
This study tries to investigate the use of qirā`at shādhah in Shia interpretation. The discussion about qirā`at shādhah in the study of al-Qur`an exegesis is still interesting to examine. It is indicated that different perspectives can affect the realization of understanding the Qur'an. This can be seen, for example, in the debates of al-Shāfi'i and Mālik with Abū Ḥanīfah and Aḥmad in understanding surah al-Māidah verse 89 which explains about the fine for violation of oaths which results different legal products. The use of qirā`at shādhah seems to have also been of concern to the Shi'ah interpreters. Al-Ṭabāṭabā'ī for example in al-Mīzan fi Tafsīr al-Qur'ān stated that permissiveness of mut'ah marriage was mentioned in the QS. al-Nisā 'verse 24 which was corroborated by qirā`at shādhah Ubay bin Ka'ab, Ibn Mas'ūd, and Ibn Abbās. Meanwhile, al-Shawkānī Shi'a scholar taking the Zaidiyyah thought, argued otherwise. Nikah mut'ah is not allowed because the argument is interrogated (mansūkh). This means that qirā`at shādhah is also an important term for the Shi'ah group to be used as a tool for analysis in producing new laws in the products of their interpretation. Therefore, this paper will look at how the existence of qirā`at shādhah in Shia Interpretation work, especially the differences between their scholars regarding it. In addition, the discussion of qirā`at in Shi'ah is still rarely found. As a comparison, this paper will describe the terms nikah mut'ah and imāmah.
Keywords: Qirā`at Shādhah, Shia interpretation, Nikah Mut'ah, Imāmah.
MELACAK SUMBER-SUMBER PENGGUNAAN AYAT-AYAT PENGOBATAN DALAM KITAB SHAMS AL-MA’ĀRIF AL-KUBRĀ
Authors: Siti Durrotun Nafisah  
Published: April 2021

This article reveals the sirri knowledge of the work of a scholar 'namely Shaykh al-Būnī entitled Shams al-Ma'ārif al-Kubrā. In this research, the writer uses intertextual theory, which assumes that a text cannot stand alone except with other texts. Al-Būnī himself is known as a Sufi who has a scientific nature from various scholars' to the Prophet. The data of this research show that this book discusses some secret scientific matters, including the secret verses of the Qur’an which can be used as a health treatment for any disease. From the expressions in his book, there is a continuity with several hadiths, the opinions of scholars and other books that become his references. He also have listed several other media besides al-Qur'an which have certain properties which are described by the Al-Qur'an such as the benefits of Misk oil supported by surah al-Fatihah which can be used as medicine. Ibn Qoyyim also explained that the oil itself could be used to facilitate breathing. The conclusion obtained from this study is that the verses of the Qur’an as medication that are listed by al-Būnī in his book are supported by several other books as well as the support of the Qur’an which mentions nutritious ingredients which are also mentioned by al-Būnī in its medication medium. Meanwhile, the verses of the Qur’an listed by al-Būnī for health treatment include surah al-Fātiḥah, al-Ḥashr, al-Burūz, Asmā 'al-A'zām, al-Kahfi, Maryam, and Asmā'ul Ḥusnā.
Keywords: Shams al-Ma'a’rif al-Kubra, medication verses, intertextual reading, hadith
MANUSKRIP MUSHAF AL-QUR`AN KOLEKSI PONPES AL-YASIR JEKULO
Authors: Iskandar Mansibul A’la  
Published: April 2021

Kajian tentang manuskrip menarik untuk dilakukan karena bisa mengungkap sisi nilai budaya maupun sejarah. Artikel ini mengkaji manuskrip mushaf al-Qur`an koleksi Ponpes Al-Yasir Jekulo, Kudus dari sisi kodikologi, rasm dan qirā`at. Naskah mushaf al-Qur`an ini diwariskan secara turun-temurun dan berasal dari abad ke-19. Ditinjau dari karakteristik iluminasinya, manuskrip ini identik dengan iluminasi mushaf Jawa. Iluminasi terdapat pada tiga bagian, yaitu awal, tengah dan akhir mushaf. Selain itu, juga terdapat iluminasi sederhana untuk membingkai tanda awal juz yang terletak secara simetris di sisi kanan dan kiri halaman mushaf. Dalam manuskrip ini terdapat simbol ayat, awal juz, rukū’. Bahan yang digunakan untuk kertas naskah ini adalah jenis kertas Eropa dengan bukti jika diterawang menggunakan cahaya terlihat garis-garis membujur serta terdapat watermark. Penelitian ini menemukan rasm yang digunakan dalam mushaf adalah rasm campuran antara rasm al-‘uthmāny dan rasm al-imlāī, tetapi lebih didominasi oleh rasm al-imlā`iy. Sedangkan dari segi qirā`at menggunakan ‘Āṣim riwayat Ḥafṣ.
Kata Kunci: al-Qur`an, kodikologi, manuskrip, rasm, qirā`at
EL NUEVO RECURSO DE AMPARO CONSTITUCIONAL
Authors: FABEIRO FIDALGO PATRICIA 
Published: April 2021

En este artículo vamos a constatar cómo a partir de la reforma legislativa del año 2007, el recurso de amparo constitucional queda importantemente transformado en la dirección de hacerse más subsidiario, esencialmente, por haberse acentuado su vertiente objetiva; con esto último resulta, además, una protección distinta de los derechos fundamentales en sede constitucional. Dado que todo ello se hace principalmente introduciendo un nuevo requisito de admisión del amparo, a saber, la especial trascendencia constitucional del asunto, y éste se encuentra formulado en la ley con gran vaguedad, se hace preciso para la efectividad de aquella modificación y para conocer ex ante si hay posibilidad de presentar el recurso de amparo, tratar de despejar el mayor número de problemas interpretativos que el mismo suscita.Artikulu honetan, egiaztatuko dugu nola, 2007an egindako lege-erreformaz geroztik, konstituzio-babeserako errekurtsoa nabarmen aldatu den: subsidiariagoa da, funtsean, areagotu egin delako haren alderdi objektiboa; azken horrekin, gainera, bestelako babesa ematen zaie Konstituzioan dauden oinarrizko eskubideei. Hori, nagusiki, babesa onartzeko beste betekizun bat sartuta egiten da, hots, gaiak konstituzio-arloan duen garrantzi berezia, eta hori legean oso lauso formulatuta dago. Horregatik, aldakuntza hura eraginkorra izateko eta babes-errekurtsoa aurkezteko aukerarik badagoen ex ante jakiteko, beharrezkoa da interpretatzerakoan sortzen diren arazoak ahalik eta gehien argitzea.In this article we are going to find how since the legislative reform of article 2007, the constitutional complaint was importantly transformed so as to make it more subsidiary, essentially, by enhancing its objective side; it offers a different protection of fundamental rights within the constitutional area. As everything is essentially made by introducing a new requirement for the admisibility of the complaint, that is the special constitutional trascedence of the issue, and this is formulated by the act with great vagueness, it is necessary for the effectiveness¿ sake of that amendment and in order to know ex ante whether there is the chance to lodge a constitutional complaint, trying to clear as much the interpretative problems that it triggers.
A retrospective analysis of organizational change: A case study of Octaware Technologies
Authors: Khan Mohammed 
Published: April 2021

Purpose: The aim of this paper was to describe the change events as a case study in Octaware Technologies and analyze the change events utilizing the constructs of organizational development in order to get a better understanding of the change in an organization.
Methodology: This study was conducted using a qualitative case study method to analyze the organizational change event in Octaware Technologies.
Findings: The study revealed that the external environment of regulatory and economic change are the key drivers of organizational development in the company. The findings also highlighted that the organizational development of the company is demonstrated by its learning culture and outstanding management processes.
Unique contribution to theory, practice, and policy: The results of the study make two contributions to the literature. First, the author sheds light on the underlying change that leads to the improvement of the specific construct of organizational development. Second, the author presented an empirically validated model conceptualized from a theoretical framework of organizational development.
Working Capital Management and Financial Performance of Private Hospitals in Western Uganda: The Mediating Effect of Competitive Advantage
Authors: Cranimar Muhindo , John Rwakihembo 
Published: April 2021

Purpose: This study aimed at examining the mediating effect of competitive advantage in the relationship between working capital management (WCM) and the financial performance of private hospitals in Western Uganda.
Methodology: The study adopted a positivist approach and a cross-sectional research design to collect data from 32 Private hospitals in Western Uganda. A closed-ended questionnaire was used to collect data from hospital administrators, accountants, storekeepers and pharmacists in private hospitals who were purposively selected. Hierarchical multiple regression was used for data analysis.
Findings: Results indicate that competitive advantage is a significant mediator in the relationship between working capital management and private hospitals' financial performance in Western Uganda.
Unique Contribution to practice and policy: The study has deep-rooted the urgent need for private hospitals to adopt more innovative strategies to attain a competitive edge and hence superior financial performance. However, the study was positivistic, thus subject to methods bias that could have affected the results' validity.
Keywords: Working Capital Management, Competitive advantage, financial performance
The Development of the Philippine General Hospital as a Referral Center in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Toral Jean Anne B. , Alba Michelle V. , Reyes Zaldy , Molina Al Joseph R. 
Published: April 2021

Background. The University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) was designated as a COVID Referral Center for one cluster in Metro Manila during the pandemic. We reviewed and described how UP-PGH prepared for this endeavor. This can serve as reference for similar events in the future.
Methods. We conducted a qualitative cross-sectional study with 20 key informant interviews and 5 focus group discussions involving 32 hospital front liners. All proceedings were transcribed and analyzed manually following the conceptual framework. Minutes of meetings, memoranda, and other official materials and communications were also reviewed.
Results. The salient points of both internal (operations, structure, staff, supplies, and continuation of regular services) and external aspects (relation with other hospitals, the local government, the national health authority, and the general public) were enumerated and elaborated. Both best practices and areas needing improvement were identified.
Conclusion and Recommendations. The UP-PGH tried its best to prepare and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic by protecting its hospital personnel and delivering evidence-based and quality care to patients. The response was not a perfect one and there were certain aspects for improvement.
Empagliflozin therapy and insulin resistance-associated disorders: effects and promises beyond a diabetic state
Authors: S. Papaetis Georgios 
Published: April 2021

Empagliflozin is a SGLT2 inhibitor that has shown remarkable cardiovascular and renal activities in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Preclinical and clinical studies of empagliflozin in T2D population have demonstrated significant improvements in body weight, waist circumference, insulin sensitivity, and blood pressure – effects beyond its antihyperglycaemic control. Moreover, several studies suggested that this drug possesses significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidative stress properties. This paper explores extensively the main preclinical and clinical evidence of empagliflozin administration in insulin resistance-related disorders beyond a diabetic state. It also discusses its future perspectives, as a therapeutic approach, in this high cardiovascular-risk population.
Pulse wave velocity, carotid intima media thickness and flow-mediated dilation in Takayasu arteritis: a systematic review
Authors: Watanabe Jun , Iwazu Yoshitaka , Kotani Kazuhiko 
Published: April 2021

IntroductionTakayasu arteritis (TA) is a chronic vasculitis associated with an increased cardiovascular risk. The measurement of pulse wave velocity (PWV), carotid artery intima-media thickness (CIMT) and flow-mediated dilatation (FMD) are generally used for evaluating the cardiovascular risk. The application of these measurements to TA patients remains undetermined.Material and methodsClinical studies that reported the PWV, CIMT and FMD levels in TA patients, which were published prior to 2021, were summarized using PubMed.ResultsFifteen studies were eligible. Overall, in TA patients, the PWV and CIMT levels were significantly higher and the FMD levels were significantly lower compared to controls. Part of the studies showed that the disease activity of TA was significantly associated with the PWV, CIMT or FMD levels.ConclusionsThe PWV, CIMT and FMD measurements could be useful for evaluating the cardiovascular risk in TA patients. Further studies to determine the proper use of these measurements are warranted.
Investigation of IgG anti-oxLDL antibody levels and HDL and LDL subclasses in patients with ST-segment elevation acute myocardial infarction
Authors: Djekic Saska , Vekic Jelena , Zeljkovic Aleksandra , Stefanovic Aleksandra , Kafedzic Srdjan , Zdravkovic Marija , Ilic Ivan , Hinic Sasa , Cerovic Milivoje , Stefanovic Milica , Kotur-Stevuljevic Jelena , Vukasinovic Aleksandra , Ivanisevic Jasmina , Memon Lidija , Vukovic-Dejanovic Vesna , Neskovic Aleksandar , Bogavac-Stanojevic Natasa 
Published: April 2021

IntroductionDyslipidemia, inflammation and immunological processes play a key role in the development of atherosclerosis. This study investigates the relationship of different phenotypes of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), human antibodies G classes against oxLDL (IgG anti-oxLDL antibodies) and inflammatory marker pentraxin-3 (PTX3) in patients with ST-segment elevation acute myocardial infarction (STEMI). Among STEMI patients with different Synergy Between Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Taxus and Cardiac Surgery (SYNTAX) score, we analyzed predictive abilities of these biomarkers to assess disease outcome.Material and methodsIn 69 STEMI, 21 patients with stable angina pectoris (AP) and 67 healthy controls, IgG anti-oxLDL antibodies and PTX3 were determined by ELISA. Gradient gel electrophoresis was used for lipoprotein subclasses separation.ResultsWe found significantly lower HDL and LDL diameters (p<0.001 and p<0.001, respectively) and higher PTX3 concentration (p<0.001) in patients than in controls. Control subjects with small-sized HDL and LDL B phenotype had significantly higher IgG anti-oxLDL antibody levels (p=0.015), whereas STEMI patients with the same profile had higher PTX3 concentration (p=0.005). STEMI patients with intermediate SYNTAX score had lower levels of IgG anti-oxLDL antibodies (p=0.008). Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that smaller LDL diameter was an independent predictor of intermediate SYNTAX score (OR=0.370; p=0.019).ConclusionsSmaller LDL and HDL particles are associated with elevated IgG anti-oxLDL antibodies in healthy subjects, but with increased PTX3 level in STEMI patients. In addition, we found that smaller LDL size was independent predictor of higher SYNTAX score. Further studies are needed to expand our preliminary observations.
The impact of COVID-19 and healthcare system changes on the well-being of rheumatic patients
Authors: Opinc Aleksandra , Brzezińska Olga , Makowska Joanna 
Published: April 2021

IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the healthcare systems. Many Polish outpatient clinics have been implementing telemedical consultations as a tool to ensure the continuity of care for patients with chronic diseases. The aim of the study was to evaluate patients’ satisfaction with telemedical appointments, as well as availability of the various medical services and patients’ well-being during the pandemic.Material and methodsAn online-based questionnaire on the experience with telemedical consultations, availability of medical services and current state of health was conducted among Polish rheumatology patients approximately 6 months after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.ResultsThe survey was completed by 107 respondents with a mean age of 41.52 ±14.33 years. The overall level of satisfaction from telemedical consultations, evaluated with a VAS 1–10 scale, was assessed as 6.23 ±3.04 for teleconsultations in primary healthcare units and 6.00 ±2.80 for rheumatology outpatient units. 42.99% of the respondents were in favour of maintaining telemedical appointments even after the pandemic. Incidences of reduced access to medical services during the COVID-19 pandemic were reported by 77.57% of the patients. Almost half of the respondents reported reduced accessibility to rheumatological care. An alarming decline in health self-esteem, evaluated with a VAS 1–10 scale, was noted from the average 6.37 ±1.92 before COVID-19 to the current rating of 5.78 ±1.91 (p = 0.0087).ConclusionsPolish rheumatology patients are moderately satisfied with the medical teleconsultations in primary health care units and rheumatology outpatient clinics. A substantial number of patients experienced deterioration of well-being as well as limited access to traditional healthcare services, including rheumatology care.
Case series: Point-of-Care Ultrasound Conducted by Medical Students During their First Clinical Rotation Changes Patients’ Primary Diagnosis and Management
Authors: Sadeh Re'em , Gat Tomer , Kaplan Omer , Porges Tzvika , Zeller Lior , Barski Leonid , Fuchs Lior 
Published: April 2021

Background: As point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) becomes a standard of care procedure, medical schools around the world have started to seek the integration of POCUS courses into their curricula. This puts medical students in a unique position as they are trained in an area in which many physicians lack knowledge. This case series provides a glimpse into the capabilities of POCUS even when used by medical students.
Methods: Fourth-year medical students at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev performed numerous POCUS exams during their first clinical rotation at Soroka University Medical Center in Israel. All students completed a course in basic POCUS training and were evaluated in a brief practical exam before entering their first clinical rotation. Four of the cases in which the students took part are presented in this case series.
Results: The POCUS exam in the first case discovered pulmonary embolism in addition to the diagnosis of Cushing disease. In the second case, endocarditis could have been diagnosed three days earlier had a POCUS exam been performed. Case 3 demonstrates the additional contribution of POCUS to the decision-making process carried out by physicians and its superiority in quantifying and diagnosing pleural effusion compared to chest X-Ray. Case 4 indicated that POCUS is preferable over chest X-ray and auscultation for the diagnosis of pulmonary edema.
Conclusion: This case series may emphasize the capabilities POCUS has when utilized in the standard physical examination and the importance of incorporating POCUS instruction in medical schools for new physicians to acquire this skill.