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Use of Menstrual Cup in Turkish Women and Affecting Factors
Authors: Eroğlu Vasviye , Çakır Demet , Özbek Hilal 
Published: December 2024

A menstrual cup is a menstrual hygiene product that collects the menstrual discharge into a container made from silicone or latex, which is elastic and reusable. Although menstrual cup use is becoming increasingly widespread in menstrual hygiene management due to environmental sensitivity and numerous positive features, it is still an unknown method in Türkiye. This study, therefore, set out to determine Turkish women's use of menstrual cups and the factors affecting it. The study sample, recruited through the snowball sampling method, consisted of 306 Turkish women aged between 18 and 49, and the data were collected using the Personal Information Form, Menstrual Hygiene Product Use Assessment Form, and Menstrual Cup Knowledge Level Assessment Form. The results indicated that the rate of menstrual cup use was 16.3%, and all the women using it were found to have sexual experience. It was discovered that cup users have higher satisfaction with their menstrual hygiene products since they are unnoticeable, cost-effective, environmentally friendly, non-infectious, non-restrictive to actions, and comfortable. Further, the presence of pain during menstruation and the variables of the menstrual hygiene product's noticeability through clothes, impact on environmental pollution, potential for causing infections, and restriction of actions are significant predictors of menstrual cup use. Significant differences were also detected between cup use and women's employment status, sexual experience, experiences during menstruation, pain during menstruation, social activity restrictions during menstruation, and recommending the product to others. To promote the widespread use of menstrual cups as a menstrual hygiene product, it is recommended that midwives, as primary advocates for women's reproductive health, conduct awareness and usage enhancement initiatives.
Analysis of Positive Politeness Strategies Used by Anies Baswedan in Nationalistic Speech in “Deklarasi Garda Matahari”
Authors: Santoso Dwi , Amaliawati Shafira 
Published: December 2024

Maintaining politeness has an important role in communication. However, using considerate language to communicate respectfully and appropriately is crucial. An investigation into the politeness strategy was carried out in light of these occurrences. In this study, the researcher examined Anies Baswedan, an Indonesian political figure, and her use of politeness strategies, particularly positive politeness. The goals of this study were to identify the positive politeness techniques and the factors that encourage Anies Baswedan to implement them in his nationalistic speech. This study employed a descriptive qualitative research design, and the politeness strategy was analyzed using Brown and Levinson's (1987) theory of politeness strategies. The result of this research showed that there were thirteen utterances representing the eighth positive politeness strategy used by Anies Baswedan in the "Deklarasi Garda Matahari" event. The use of politeness strategies is mostly related to the political atmosphere that is happening in Indonesia.
Dilemma of Multicultural Education in Improving Quality: A Systematic Review
Authors: Suncaka Eko 
Published: December 2024

Multicultural education is an approach that integrates cultural diversity into the education system to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Multicultural education in improving quality is an effort to ensure that all students, regardless of cultural background, receive a high-quality education. This research aims to review several articles on multicultural education quality management, then generate appreciation and new ideas about the dilemmas or challenges that will be faced from the concepts of the analyzed articles. This research uses the article review method, which involves summarizing several published articles, comparing them, providing appreciation, and generating critiques and new ideas as a development of the scientific treasury. The result of this research is a review of several articles on the concept of multicultural quality education management as one approach to optimizing the function of education in accordance with the diverse ethnic, cultural, and religious conditions of Indonesian society. The study contributes positively to the field of management science, but the dilemma of it, also have some risks in creating a negative stigma about cultural diversity. If not implemented correctly, it would be better for multicultural education management to focus more on improving human resources with an approach rooted in Indonesian nationalism.
Clinical, laboratory, and therapeutic differences between immunoglobulin E-mediated and non-immunoglobulin E-mediated cow’s milk protein allergy in children
Authors: Isa Hasan M , Abdulnabi Marwa J , Naser Nawra S , Lahmda Fatema N , AlAnsari Noor M , Isa Zahra H , Mohamed Afaf M 
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND
Although breast milk is ideal for newborns, in some cases, it is replaced with cow’s milk, which contains proteins that increase the risk of cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA).
AIM
To evaluate CMPA prevalence in Bahrain and compare clinical characteristics of children with immunoglobulin E (IgE)- and non-IgE-mediated CMPA.
METHODS
This retrospective cohort study examined children with CMPA diagnosed at the pediatric gastroenterology outpatient clinic of the Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain, between 2014 and 2022, and assessed CMPA prevalence. Clinical presentations, laboratory findings, dietary modifications, and outcomes were compared between children with IgE-mediated and non-IgE-mediated CMPA. Categorical variables were compared using Fisher’s exact test or Pearson’s χ 2 test, whereas continuous variables were compared using Student’s t -test or the Mann-Whitney U test.
RESULTS
Of 8332 patients, 6022 (72.3%) adhered to their appointment. Of them, 618 (10.3%) were suggested of having CMPA and 595 (96.3%) were included; CMPA prevalence was 2%. Most patients were Bahraini (93.8%) and males (55.3%). Non-IgE-mediated type accounted for 77.3% cases and IgE-mediated type, 22.7%. IgE-mediated CMPA presented more in boys (P = 0.030), and later in life (5.1 months ± 4.5 months vs 4.2 months ± 4.2 months, P = 0.016, 95%CI: 0.08-1.73), had more associated diseases (P < 0.001); and presented with more cutaneous (P = 0.024) and respiratory (P = 0.003) manifestations, severe symptoms [rash/dry skin (P = 0.031), facial swelling/angioedema (P = 0.003), failure to thrive (P = 0.013), apparent life-threatening event (P < 0.001)], and positive physical findings (P = 0.002) than non-IgE-mediated CMPA. Most patients were exclusively fed cow milk formula (50.3%). The amino acid-based formula (AAF) was most prescribed (60.5%) with no difference between the two types (P = 0.173). Although breastfeeding was recommended to 49.6%, only 8.2% were exclusively breastfed. IgE-mediated CMPA was associated with a longer follow-up duration than non-IgE-mediated CMPA (17.3 months ± 14.0 months vs 13.5 months ± 13.4 months, P = 0.005, 95%CI: 1.1-6.3).
CONCLUSION
This study revealed a high CMPA prevalence with clinical differences between both types that can influence treatment. AAF was most prescribed, while breastfeeding with dietary modification is rarely applied.
Post-streptococcal acute glomerulonephritis in children: Association between proteinuria levels and renal outcomes
Authors: Ranawaka Randula , Dayasiri Kavinda , Sandakelum Udara , Nelson Dulani , Gamage Manoji 
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND
Post-streptococcal acute glomerular nephritis (PSAGN) is mostly a benign condition. The usual sequelae of PSAGN include hypertension, its complications, and acute kidney injury. Severe PSAGN is associated with significant long-term morbidity, and histological abnormalities such as crescentic glomerulonephritis are infrequently reported. PSAGN has also been linked to late-onset chronic kidney disease in some populations due to high levels of proteinuria.
AIM
To evaluate the association between proteinuria levels and renal outcomes in children with PSAGN.
METHODS
This prospective observational study was conducted at Lady Ridgeway Hospital (Colombo, Sri Lanka) over 15 months. Children with PSAGN were enrolled based on clinical and laboratory criteria. Persistent proteinuria ≥ 2+ for 2 weeks and serum creatinine > 100 μmol/L warranted renal biopsy, assessed via light microscopy and immunofluorescence. Normalization of complement 3 (C3) within 6 to 8 weeks was required for inclusion. Data on clinical features, urine protein levels, and renal function were collected from patient records, and potential associations were analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences and R language for statistical computing. Ethical approval was obtained from the Ethical Review Committee, Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children (Ref No: LRH/ERC/2021/60).
RESULTS
Forty-four patients were recruited. There were 27 (61.4%) male patients and 17 (38.6%) female patients. Thirty-seven (84%) of them were above 5 years of age. Twenty (45%) patients had a history of skin sepsis, and eighteen (41%) had a history of throat infection. Among patients with proteinuria ≥ 2+, 53% had serum creatinine > 100 µmol/L, while among those with proteinuria < 2+, 7% had serum creatinine > 100 µmol/L. The association of high-degree proteinuria with elevated serum creatinine was significant (χ² = 7.8, P = 0.005) in PSAGN. The odds ratio of the logistic regression model was 1.049 (95% confidence interval: 1.003-1.098), indicating a positive direction with statistically significant association (P = 0.037). There was no significant association between proteinuria and the degree of hypertension or estimated creatinine clearance. Ten children underwent renal biopsy. Crescents (less than 50%) were demonstrated in five children, while three children had typical diffuse proliferative glomerulonephritis. One child had severe acute tubular necrosis, and another had crescentic glomerulonephritis (crescents > 50%). The immunofluorescence studies revealed deposition of immunoglobulin G and C3 in all biopsy specimens.
CONCLUSION
High-degree proteinuria was significantly associated with elevated serum creatinine (> 100 μmol/L) in children with PSAGN. The majority of children with persistent proteinuria ≥ 2+ for more than 2 weeks and the highest recorded serum creatinine > 100 μmol/L had atypical renal histological findings.
Congenital anomalies of coronary artery misdiagnosed as coronary dilatations in Kawasaki disease: A clinical predicament
Authors: Pilania Rakesh Kumar , Nadig Pallavi L , Basu Suprit , Tyagi Reva , Thangaraj Abarna , Aggarwal Ridhima , Arora Munish , Sharma Arun , Singh Surjit , Singhal Manphool 
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND
2D-echocardiography (2DE) has been the primary imaging modality in children with Kawasaki disease (KD) to assess coronary arteries.
AIM
To report the presence and implications of incidental congenital coronary artery anomalies that had been misinterpreted as coronary artery abnormalities (CAAs) on 2DE.
METHODS
Records of children diagnosed with KD, who underwent computed tomography coronary angiography (CTCA) at our center between 2013-2023 were reviewed. We identified 3 children with congenital coronary artery anomalies in this cohort on CTCA. Findings of CTCA and 2DE were compared in these 3 children.
RESULTS
Of the 241 patients with KD who underwent CTCA, 3 (1.24%) had congenital coronary artery anomalies on CTCA detected incidentally. In all 3 patients, baseline 2DE had identified CAAs. CTCA was then performed for detailed evaluation as per our unit protocol. One (11-year-boy) amongst the 3 patients had complete KD, while the other two (3.3-year-boy; 4-month-girl) had incomplete KD. CTCA revealed separate origins of left anterior descending artery and left circumflex from left sinus [misinterpreted as dilated left main coronary artery (LCA) on 2DE], single coronary artery (interpreted as dilated LCA on 2DE) and dilated right coronary artery on 2DE in case of anomalous origin of LCA from the main pulmonary artery. The latter one was subsequently operated upon.
CONCLUSION
CTCA is essential for detailed assessment of coronary arteries in children with KD especially in cases where there is suspicion of congenital coronary artery anomalies. Relying solely on 2DE may not be sufficient in such cases, and findings from CTCA can significantly impact therapeutic decision-making.
История развития российского законодательства о противодействии преступности в сфере государственных закупок
Authors: Вениаминов А.Г. 
Published: December 2024

Статья посвящена истории возникновения и развития отечественного законодательства о противодействии преступности в сфере закупок товаров, выполнения работ и оказания услуг для обеспечения государственных и муниципальных нужд. Исследованы источники уголовного права со времен образования централизованного русского государства до наших дней. Сделан вывод о зарождении правовых норм о преступлениях в сфере государственного заказа в XV–XVII вв. Дальнейшее усиление борьбы с хищениями казенных средств и взяточничеством происходит в период укрепления абсолютизма в эпоху правления Петра I. Затем происходит кодификация уголовного законодательства Российской империи, детализирующего нормы об ответственности за должностные преступления при выполнении государственного заказа, которые действовали до Октябрьской революции. Отдельно рассмотрен в статье советский период, в котором вопрос противодействия хищениям социалистической собственности стоял наиболее остро, что нашло свое закрепление в УК РСФСР и других правовых актах. Сделан вывод о формировании основ современного законодательства о растрате бюджетных средств, получении взятки и других преступлениях в исследуемой сфере. Также указано на постоянное развитие норм УК РФ с учетом социально-экономической обстановки, криминогенной и общественно-политической ситуации на определенном историческом этапе.
The article is devoted to the history of the emergence and development of domestic legislation on combating crime in the field of procurement of goods, performance of works and provision of services to meet state and municipal needs. The sources of criminal law from the time of the formation of the centralized Russian state to the present day are investigated. The conclusion is made about the origin of legal norms on crimes in the field of state procurement in the 15th – 17th centuries. Further strengthening of the fight against embezzlement of state funds and bribery occurs during the period of strengthening absolutism during the reign of Peter the Great. Then the codification of the criminal legislation of the Russian Empire takes place, which details the norms on responsibility for official offenses in the execution of a state order, which were in force before the October Revolution. The article separately examines the Soviet period, in which the issue of countering the theft of socialist property was most acute, which found its consolidation in the Criminal Code of the RSFSR and other legal acts. The conclusion is made about the formation of the foundations of modern legislation on embezzlement of budget funds, bribery and other crimes in the field under study. It is also indicated that the norms of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation are constantly developing, taking into account the socio-economic situation, the criminogenic and socio-political situation at a certain historical stage.
Зарубежная практика применения смертной казни как вида уголовного наказания
Authors: Луньков Д.А. 
Published: December 2024

В статье на основе анализа научных источников и зарубежного законодательства, а также правоприменительной практики рассматривается зарубежная практика применения смертной казни как вида уголовного наказания.
Based on the analysis of scientific sources and foreign legislation, as well as law enforcement practice, the article examines the foreign practice of applying the death penalty as a type of criminal punishment.
Ретроспективный анализ и перспективы борьбы с преступностью в киберпространстве
Authors: Саркисян А.Ж. 
Published: December 2024

В статье представлен ретроспективный анализ борьбы с преступностью в киберпространстве, начиная с первых законодательных актов, регулирующих данную сферу, и до современных норм. Рассматривается развитие уголовного законодательства России в области киберпреступлений, включая текущие статьи Уголовного кодекса РФ, регулирующие данную область. Особое внимание уделено дискуссионным и проблемным вопросам науки и практики, а также анализу мнений российских и зарубежных ученых. Предложены перспективы развития законодательства и рекомендации по его совершенствованию.
The article presents a retrospective analysis of combating cybercrime, starting from the first legislative acts regulating this to modern norms. The article examines the development of Russian criminal legislation in the field of cybercrime, including the current articles of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation regulating this area. Special attention is paid to controversial and problematic issues of science and practice, as well as to the analysis of opinions of Russian and foreign scientists. The conclusion offers prospects for the development of legislation and recommendations for its improvement.
Роль и значение современных технологий в решении задач оперативно-разыскной деятельности
Authors: Тимофеев С.В. , Абидов Р.Р. 
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматривается роль и значение современных технологий в решении задач оперативно-разыскной деятельности. В условиях цифрового общества и увеличения числа высокотехнологических преступлений перед оперативными подразделениями органов внутренних дел стоит задача по сбору, анализу и систематизации больших объёмов информации, а также деанонимизации личности делинквентов, совершающих преступления с использованием ресурсов сети Интернет. Настоящее исследование обращает внимание на актуальную проблему современности – противоправное использование цифровых технологий, обусловленное постоянным развитием и улучшением средств связи и коммуникаций, циркулированием огромного количества цифровых данных, что требует от правоохранительных органов совершенствования организационно-тактических форм, методов и средств для борьбы с цифровой преступностью. В статье поднимается вопрос об эффективности использования информационных систем оперативными подразделениями органов внутренних дел Российской Федерации. Исследование свидетельствует о высокой эффективности реализации данных полномочий в практике. Это позволяет субъектам оперативно-разыскной деятельности действенно выполнять свои функции и рационально использовать ресурсы при проведении оперативно-разыскных мероприятий. Также в статье раскрываются некоторые проблемы, связанные с правовым регулированием, уяснением понятийного аппарата и информационно-аналитическим обеспечением оперативно-разыскной деятельности.
The article examines the role and significance of modern technologies in solving problems of operational investigative activities. In the context of a digital society and an increase in the number of high-tech crimes, the operational units of the internal affairs bodies face the task of collecting, analyzing and systematizing large volumes of information, as well as de-anonymizing the identity of delinquents who commit crimes using Internet resources. The study draws attention to an urgent problem of our time – the illegal use of digital technologies, due to the constant development and improvement of communications, the circulation of a huge amount of digital data, which requires law enforcement agencies to improve organizational and tactical forms, methods and means to combat digital crime. The article raises the issue of the effectiveness of the use of information systems by operational units of the internal affairs bodies of the Russian Federation. The study indicates the high effectiveness of the implementation of these powers in practice. This allows the subjects of operational investigative activities to effectively perform their functions and rationally use resources when conducting operational investigative activities. The article also reveals some problems associated with legal regulation, understanding of the conceptual apparatus and information and analytical support for operational investigative activities.
Особенности криминалистической характеристики преступлений, совершаемых в особых условиях
Authors: Трубчик И.С. 
Published: December 2024

В статье проанализирована история возникновения и развития такой ключевой категории криминалистики, как криминалистическая характеристика преступления. Выделены ключевые элементы криминалистической характеристики преступления, их взаимосвязь между собой. Показано отличие криминалистической характеристики преступлений, совершаемых в особых условиях, от криминалистической характеристики обычных преступлений. Выделены отличительные признаки преступлений, совершаемых в особых условиях.
The article analyzes the history of the emergence and development of such a key category of criminology as the criminalistic characteristics of crime. The key elements of the criminalistic characterization of the crime and their interrelationship are highlighted. The difference between the criminalistic characteristics of crimes committed in special conditions and the criminalistic characteristics of ordinary crimes is shown. The distinctive features of crimes committed in special conditions are highlighted.
Recurrent Lumbar Disk Herniation and Revision Surgery Rates After Single-Level Lumbar Microdiscectomy in the Military Population
Authors: Colantonio Donald F. , Fredericks Donald R. , Elsenbeck Michael J. , Cady Clarke , Schlaff Cody D. , Christensen Daniel L. , Helgeson Melvin D. , Wagner Scott C. 
Published: December 2024

Background:
Lumbar microdiscectomy remains the most commonly performed surgical procedure for symptomatic lumbar disk herniation (LDH). Despite advances in surgical techniques, recurrent LDH (rLDH) ranges from 5% to 24%, representing the most common cause of surgical failure and revision surgery. Optimal treatment of reherniation remains controversial. In addition, no previously reported large database studies capture the rLDH rate in patients who did not undergo revision surgery. The purpose of this study was to determine the recurrence and revision surgery rate, time to revision surgery, and type of revision procedures performed after single-level diskectomy for LDH.

Methods:
Using the Military Health System Data Repository, we retrospectively identified patients who underwent single-level microdiscectomy between October 2012 and December 2016. Electronic health records were reviewed to determine demographic data, rLDH rate, revision surgery rate, and type of revision surgery. Rates of subsequent procedures involving instrumented fusion and complications were recorded.

Results:
Three thousand three hundred eighty-eight single-level microdiscectomies were included in the study. The same-level rLDH rate was 22.8%. A total of 396 revision surgeries (11.7%) were performed, with 274 revision microdiscectomies (69.2%) and 122 fusions (30.8%). Thirty-eight patients required additional surgical treatment. Overall, 138 patients (4.1%) progressed to lumbar arthrodesis after single-level microdiscectomy. Of those requiring more than one revision, 16 (42.1%) required an arthrodesis. All-cause complication during the index microdiscectomy was associated with greater reherniation risk (odds ratio 2.1, P < 0.001).

Conclusion:
This retrospective study demonstrates a same-level recurrence rate of 22.8% with an 11.7% revision surgery rate. Within this group, 9.6% would require two or more revision surgeries and 42.1% of these revision microdiscectomy patients would ultimately undergo a lumbar arthrodesis at the same level as the initial disk herniation. Our findings characterize the lumbar disk reherniation population in the military health system, with major implications for the prognosis and treatment strategy of these commonly treated injuries.