bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Interventional study on cervical cancer health literacy among Anganwadi teachers—An interprofessional approach
Authors: Nagamma Takkella , Chandrasekaran Varalakshmi , Konuri Anjaneyulu , Ashok Lena 
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND:
Cervical cancer health literacy among Anganwadi teachers is very important. Further, they can educate community women through Anganwadi centers. The study aimed to assess cervical cancer health literacy among Anganwadi teachers by interventional study (pre-test survey followed by post-test survey)—an interprofessional approach.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:
A total of 141 women aged 18–50 years were employed in Anganwadi’s in Udupi district. The participants were randomly assigned to the control (79) and intervention groups (62). Participants in the control group received health education through pamphlets, while the interventional group received health education through video. A validated questionnaire was designed to assess their knowledge and awareness about various risk factors, pap smear tests, and prevention and treatment of cervical cancer. Written consent was taken from all the women who voluntarily participated in the study. Descriptive data were presented as frequencies and percentages. Change in knowledge was assessed using the Student’s t-test.

RESULTS:
On the pre-test, 38% and 35.5% in the control and interventional groups felt that personal hygiene was important to prevent cervical cancer. Both the groups had poor knowledge about causes (93.6%; 72.6%), Pap smear to detect cancer (91.9%; 76%), and symptoms (91%; 91.9%). Post-intervention, health literacy of cervical cancer was significantly (P = 0.001) improved in the video as an intervention group.

CONCLUSION:
The intervention in the form of the pamphlet and video showed a very good impact on health literacy of cervical cancer. This study supports the importance of interventions in the form of videos and pamphlets to upgrade the level of health education about cervical cancer.
Socioprofessional perceptions of paramedical students about their future careers: A cross-sectional study
Authors: El Fadely Abdelmonim , Ait Babram Mohamed , Selmaoui Sabah , Agorram Boujemaa 
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND:
The phenomenon of specialization among nursing categories often challenges the formation of a cohesive professional identity and may generate difficulties in professional adaptation. Essential to this identity’s development is establishing universally shared representations among paramedic students. This study explores socioprofessional representations of paramedical students, comparing them across two student categories.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:
A cross-sectional study was conducted among undergraduate students in two programs: the first “nursing care” and the second “healthcare-techniques” in the Marrakech-Safi region of Morocco. Employing a consensus sampling approach with 725 students, 695 individuals provided their responses. Regarding the theoretical framework, this study uses the structural approach of social representations. Data were collected through free and hierarchical associations, analyzed through prototypical analyses, similarity analyses, and a Chi-squared test, using IRaMuTeQ (version 0.7) and SPSS (version 22) software.

RESULTS:
The findings emphasize heterogeneous representations, with some common elements and others unique to each group. First, nursing students perceivedthe nursing profession as not only laborious and stressful (P = .005) but also autonomous (P = .001), demandingprofessional values and interpersonal qualities such as empathy, humanity, and availability. On the contrary, healthcare technician studentsprimarily centered their perception of the profession on clinical practice concepts such as technique and examination. They also perceivedthe hospital (P = .004) as a favorable setting for their practice.

CONCLUSION:
It is therefore incumbent upon various stakeholders in the nursing education to recognize and address the different perspectives and beliefs that students bring to the training and implement strategies to minimize potential representational divergences.
Scrutinized Report of Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Dentistry and Forensic Odontology
Authors: Ashwini R. , Dineja Raman 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Our daily lives have been significantly impacted by electronic globalization and the enormous technical advances in recent decades. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a development in digital science that is quickly gaining ground on academics worldwide. Through clinical data and diagnostic images, AI has been used to diagnose a number of oral ailments, including dental caries, maxillary sinus diseases, periodontal diseases, diseases of the salivary glands, TMJ disorders, and oral cancer. AI could forecast the appearance of precancerous diseases using larger data sets. The identification of the victim, the offender, or the method of the crime has become a creative process in today’s society as crime-related incidents are on the rise. The development of massive data analysis, as well as the use of technologies such as mode identification, in-depth learning, and computer vision techniques, resulted in ground-breaking advancements in AI. Forensic scientists, both domestically and overseas, have recently carried out a number of investigations based on AI technology, including facial recognition, age and gender identification, DNA analysis, and postmortem examination. AI technology can be used to tackle forensic identification issues, and it can also used to identify the cause of death. Beyond the human eye’s capabilities, AI is capable of accurately detecting microfeatures that can improve important diagnosis predictive value. This study’s objective is to give a high-level review of AI and how it may be used in digital dentistry and oral disease diagnosis.
Pomegranate Peel Powder: An Effective and Environmentally Friendly Tool for Developing Latent Fingerprints on Nonporous Surfaces
Authors: Darshan R. S. , Sharma Vaibhav , Sharma Anuj , Rai Abhishek R. , Kumari Poonam , Gautam Archana , Singh Anubhav , Mishra Vaibhav , Awasthi Kumud Kant , Sankhla Mahipal Singh 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background:
Invaluable forensic evidence can be found in latent fingerprints, which are invisible to the naked eye. The integrity of the evidence may be compromised by conventional fingerprint production techniques that use chemicals, powders, and lasers and pose environmental dangers. Pomegranate peel powder, made from the rind of the fruit that is native to the Middle East and South Asia, offers a natural alternative.

Aims and Objectives:
The usefulness of pomegranate peel powder as a non-damaging agent for latent fingerprint development on a variety of non-porous surfaces is investigated in this study.

Materials and Methods:
The powder is used to develop all three types of fingerprints i.e. sebaceous, eccrine and natural on various non-porous surfaces (steel, glass slide, iron and granite).

Results:
According to our study, pomegranate peel powder produces remarkable outcomes and highlights its non-toxic properties and ability to preserve the evidence.

Conclusion:
Pomegranate peel powder can be an effective and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional techniques for fingerprinting in forensic science.
A Study on the Variations in Chinese Character Libraries: A Case Study of Song Typeface
Authors: Chen Fushi , Han Xingzhou , Duan Xingyu , Yang Yang 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background:
Documents play an essential role in societal operations, where ensuring their authenticity and integrity is paramount. Despite this, documents are susceptible to alterations, such as forgery or tampering, which can undermine their reliability. Forensic document examination is critical in detecting these modifications, thus safeguarding legal and procedural standards.

Aims and Objectives:
Conventionally, such examinations have concentrated on elements such as printing devices, document formatting, and print steganography, with limited attention given to the textual content itself. This study seeks to bridge that gap by focusing on the typeface variations in printed documents, using the Chinese Song typeface as a case study.

Materials and Methods:
For the first time, this research systematically explores the differences in typeface versions across printed documents, concentrating on a dataset of 3500 commonly used Chinese characters. We statistically analyzed and compared 29 different versions of four mainstream Chinese typefaces currently available on the market.

Results:
Leveraging Python-based tools, we replaced the traditional printing process with digital image rendering to conduct our analyses, employing both traditional overlay comparison methods and image differentiation techniques. Furthermore, we introduced an innovative metric to quantify character variation.

Conclusion:
Based on these findings, we identified a subset of frequently used characters with significant forensic examination value, offering pioneering insights into the practical application of typeface version analysis in document forensics.
Forensic Comparison of Acoustic Voice Samples Recorded in Different Mobile Phone Devices: A Preliminary Study
Authors: Sharma Bhavya , Yadav Bhuvnesh , Kumar Sanjeev , Bumbrah Gurvinder Singh , Sharma Aman 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background:
The nature of voice as forensic evidence holds immense value. The voice examination is highly influenced by various factors such as recording devices, environmental factors, and individual health conditions beyond the norm. The rapid advancement of technology has led to the evolution of numerous recording devices including tape-based recorders, reel-to-reel-based recorders, and analog tape recorders which have transitioned into digital recording media. The widespread accessibility of mobile phone devices, be it Android, iOS, or Feature phone, has significantly increased the prevalence of voice evidence in criminal cases.

Aims and Objectives:
This study aims to determine the optimal sampling rate of various recording devices in forensic voice analysis, conduct qualitative and statistical comparisons of voice acoustic parameters across Android, iOS, and feature mobile phones, and identify the most suitable mobile device for forensic voice analysis.

Materials and Methods:
Sixty voice samples from twenty individuals (10 males and 10 females) were recorded across three different recording devices and, then examined and analyzed using Goldwave and Praat software, and statistical analyses was conducted.

Results:
It was observed that only a few parameters jitter local, jitter ddp, harmonic mean autocorrelation, mean noise-to-harmonic ratio, mean harmonic-to-noise ratio, and intensity exhibited notable statistical differences among the voice samples recorded on different devices.

Conclusion:
It was concluded that while different devices displayed variations in numerical parameter values, the speaker’s individual characteristics in perceptual identification remained largely intact. Thus, recordings from these devices can be utilized for forensic voice comparison, analysis, and identification.
Analyzing the Efficacy of Artificial Intelligence in Facilitating Medico-Legal Investigations and Enhancing Forensic Processes for Emergency Trauma Patients: A Systematic Review
Authors: Singh Rajiv Ratan , Tripathi Sachin Kumar , Bharti Azad Kumar , Yadav Pradeep Kumar 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Introduction:
To ensure the best possible patient outcomes, trauma, and emergency treatment require rapid and accurate evaluations. Since the technology’s introduction, many people have been interested in using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance trauma and emergency care procedures. However, substantial medicolegal issues are brought up by the use of AI in this field. This abstract looks at the function of AI in trauma and emergency circumstances and emphasizes the medicolegal significance of the technology.

Aim:
This study’s objective is to assess the possible advantages of AI in trauma and emergency treatment while also looking at the medicolegal consequences of its application.

Methodology:
For this investigation, we conducted a comprehensive literature review using the Bullion Words database. The initial search yielded 20,800 results, from which 16,630 papers were selected based on their quality and relevance. After careful analysis, a total of 4170 samples were identified. However, due to download issues, 3295 samples had to be excluded. Subsequently, we were left with 875 samples, but after considering the quality and other variables, 848 samples were further excluded. Finally, the study concluded with a final sample size of 27.

Results:
AI improves trauma and emergency care by aiding early injury detection, accurate decision-making, and treatment planning. However, medicolegal concerns must be addressed for responsible AI implementation, including patient privacy, data security, liability, and ethics.

Conclusion:
AI can revolutionize trauma and emergency care by improving diagnosis, decision-making, and patient outcomes. However, robust legal frameworks and ethical guidelines are needed to address medicolegal concerns and strike a balance between benefits and challenges. Collaboration between health-care professionals, policymakers, and legal experts is crucial for responsible AI implementation in trauma and emergency settings.
Impact of Community-Based Oral Health Education Programs on Dental Caries Prevalence in School-Aged Children
Authors: Parmar Digvijaysinh , Anjali  , Verma Rajnish Kumar , Sakhamuri Sahithya , Dalapati Chandan , Bennadi Darshana , Tiwari Heena Dixit 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
Dental caries remains a major public health concern among school-aged children. Community-based oral health education programs have been implemented to reduce the prevalence of caries by promoting oral hygiene and preventive care.

Methods:
A prospective research was conducted on 200 school-aged children to evaluate the impact of a six-month community-based oral health education program. The children were divided into two groups: the research group (received oral health education) and the control group (received no intervention). Data were collected on dental caries prevalence, oral hygiene practices, and caries risk factors at baseline and after six months. Statistical analysis was conducted to compare caries prevalence before and after the intervention.

Results:
The prevalence of dental caries in the research group significantly decreased after the six-month program, with a reduction of 25% compared to the control group, where there was a minimal reduction.

Conclusion:
Community-based oral health education programs are effective in reducing dental caries prevalence in school-aged children by promoting preventive practices and oral hygiene awareness.
The Influence of Implant Surface Treatments on Osseointegration: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Karni Prashant A. , Begum Khadiza , Sharma Garima , Abdul Hina Naim , Yaqoob Ashfaq , Mansoor Manawar Ahmad , Tiwari Rahul 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
Osseointegration is crucial for the long-term success of dental implants. Various surface treatments have been developed to enhance the biological interaction between the implant and bone tissue. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of different surface modifications on osseointegration.

Methods:
A randomized controlled trial was conducted on 60 participants, who were randomly divided into three groups. Group A were treated with acid-etched implants, Group B were treated with titanium plasma-sprayed implants, and Group C were treated with untreated implants. Key parameters measured included the osseointegration rate, implant stability, and the bone-to-implant contact percentage.

Results:
Statistically significant differences in osseointegration were observed among the groups. Group A showed the highest osseointegration rate, followed by Group B, with P values < 0.05 when compared to the control group.

Conclusion:
Acid-etched surfaces demonstrated superior osseointegration, suggesting that surface modification can enhance implant success.
PCNA and MCM 2 in Odontogenic Tumors: An Immunnohistological Study
Authors: Nayak Sarat K. , Dash Mitali , Shetty Anshuman , Priyadarshini R. S. Gayathri , Panakaje Mangesh S. , Ibrahim Mohammed , Dixit Heena 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:
The proliferative potential of odontogenic tumors is an important factor in understanding their aggressive behavior. “Proliferating Cell Nuclear Antigen (PCNA)” is a functional and structural component of DNA replication factor, while “Minichromosome Maintenance Protein 2 (MCM2)”, from the MCM family, mediates cell proliferation as well as progression through to S-phase. Here, we aimed to evaluate the expression of PCNA and MCM2 in odontogenic tumors with a special emphasis on ameloblastomas and “keratocystic odontogenic tumors (KCOTs)”.

Materials and Methods:
Immunohistochemical staining for PCNA and MCM2 was performed in tissue samples of ameloblastoma and KCOT. The expression levels were studied.

Results:
Both PCNA and MCM2 were overexpressed significantly higher in ameloblastomas compared to KCOT. A strong correlation was also noted between increased MCM2 expression and local invasiveness of tumour (P < 0.05).

Conclusions:
We have studied the expression of MCM2 in a series of ameloblastomas (using an immunohistochemical method) and found this marker to be expressed at high levels; thus, it could potentially serve as a prognostic marker for these aggressive tumors.
Efficacy of Different Rehabilitation Protocols Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Christy Chrisphin , Hameed Hany , Samal Barada Prasanna , Panja Supantha 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) is widely performed for severe knee osteoarthritis, and postoperative rehabilitation plays a key role in optimizing functional recovery. This study compares the efficacy of conventional physiotherapy, virtual rehabilitation, and home-based telerehabilitation following TKA.

Methods:
A randomized controlled trial involving 120 patients was conducted. Participants were randomly assigned to one of three rehabilitation protocols. Outcomes were measured using the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), range of motion (ROM), and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain at 3 and 6 months postoperatively. Statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA (P < 0.05).

Results:
Virtual rehabilitation showed significantly better KOOS and ROM outcomes at both follow-up points (P < 0.01), while home-based telerehabilitation demonstrated greater pain relief at 6 months (P = 0.03).

Conclusion:
Virtual rehabilitation led to superior functional improvements, while home-based telerehabilitation effectively reduced the pain. These findings suggest that incorporating technology into rehabilitation enhances recovery post-TKA.
A Prospective Clinical Trail to Evaluate the Role and Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Type-A for Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy
Authors: Khan Azaram Mohamad , Attar Juberahamad Rajjak , Chawdhary Abrar Ahad , Datla Praveen Kumar Varma , Mishra Vishveshwar , Kandikatla Pradeep 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:
Masseter muscle hypertrophy (MMH) is a condition characterized by the enlargement of the masseter muscles, leading to facial asymmetry, pain, and functional issues. Traditionally treated through surgical resection, Botulinum toxin type-A (BTX-A) has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative that reduces muscle bulk and relieves symptoms.

Objective:
This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of BTX-A in reducing muscle size, and pain, and improving aesthetic outcomes in patients with MMH.

Methods:
A prospective clinical trial was conducted with five patients diagnosed with bilateral MMH. Each patient received 30 units of BTX-A per side, with follow-ups at 3 and 6 weeks post-injection. Outcomes were measured using the Masseter Muscle Prominence (MMP) scale, pain scores, and patient satisfaction questionnaires. Descriptive statistics and paired t-tests were used for analysis.

Results:
All patients demonstrated a significant reduction in muscle size, averaging 60% at 6 weeks. Pain scores were reduced by 80–100%, and aesthetic satisfaction scores ranged from 8 to 10. No severe adverse effects were reported, with only mild transient bruising and masticatory fatigue observed.

Conclusion:
BTX-A is an effective and safe option for the management of MMH, providing significant aesthetic and functional improvements with minimal side effects. Further research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-ups is recommended to validate these findings.
Comparison of Portal Vein Diameter with Gastroesophageal Varices in Chronic Liver Disease Patients
Authors: Hithendra Mahitha , Gude Anirudh Shanmukh , Kulkarni Ashwin , Rajaram Akash , Shaikh Mohammed Aslam , Suhail Mohammed 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:
Chronic liver disease (CLD) often leads to complications, such as gastroesophageal varices, which pose significant mortality risks. While upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is the gold standard for variceal detection, it is invasive and costly. Non-invasive imaging methods, such as ultrasound and computed tomography (CT), offer alternative approaches for assessing portal vein diameter (PVD) and spleen size.

Objective:
This study aimed to determine the correlation between PVD and the presence and severity of gastroesophageal varices in CLD patients using non-invasive imaging techniques.

Methods:
A cross-sectional observational study was conducted on 84 CLD patients at M.S. Ramaiah Memorial Hospital over 6 months. Patients underwent clinical assessments, laboratory tests, ultrasonography, and upper GI endoscopy. PVD and spleen size were measured, and data were analyzed using Chi-squared tests and analysis of variance (ANOVA).

Results:
The study revealed no significant correlation between PVD or spleen size and the severity of gastroesophageal varices (P value > 0.001). The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis demonstrated limited sensitivity (AUC: 0.555 for PVD; 0.581 for spleen size).

Conclusion:
PVD and spleen size are not reliable predictors for gastroesophageal varices in CLD patients. Further research is required to identify other non-invasive markers or improve existing technologies for effective variceal screening.
Study of Dermatoglyphic Patterns (Ridge Count and Angle) in Bronchial Asthma: A Case Control Study
Authors: Sagar Swapnesh , Mandrah Vineet , Jain Bhupendra K. , Petkar Sudhakar , MahendraGandhe  , Dandotiya Dileep , Raghuwanshi Kapil 
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
Dermatoglyphic patterns can be used as a diagnostic method for identification of a variety of diseases like bronchial asthma.

Objective:
To evaluate dermatoglyphic patterns (ridge count and angle) as a noninsidious anatomical marker of bronchial asthma.

Materials and Methods:
The present research was done on 102 clinically diagnosed bronchial asthma patients reported to OPD of the department of T.B. and Chest. 102 normal healthy individuals who did not have the history of bronchial asthma were taken as controls. Dermatoglyphic recording was done by the ink method of CUMMINS and MIDLO.

Results:
In our study, we found a significantly higher a-b ridge count in left and right hands of cases, compared to left and right hands of controls. The c-d ridge count was also found to be significantly higher in the left and right hands of cases, compared to left and right hands of controls.

Conclusion:
The dermatoglyphic patterns have the statistically significant correlation with the asthma patients. Hence, these patterns can be used as the noninvasive anatomical marker for the patients of bronchial asthma.