bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison of Short-Term Results between Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft with a Stent-Placement History and Patients Undergoing Primary Coronary Artery Surgery
Authors: Hadadzadeh Mehdi , Mirahmadi Mahdiesadat , Mirzaei Masoud , Pedarzadeh Ali , Ghasemzadeh Bahram , Rahimianfar Ali Akbar 
Published: August 2019

Background: Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has become the first-choice treatment strategy the world over for patients with chronic coronary artery disorders. This study compared the effects of previous PCI procedures on the short-term postoperative results of coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG).
Methodsː This cross-sectional analytical study recruited 220 patients who underwent CABG in Afshar Hospital in the Iranian city of Yazd between March 2009 and February 2013. The mean postoperative morbidity and mortality rates, the mean postoperative left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), the mean hemorrhage volume, the mean serum urea level, and the mean length of stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) were compared between the PCI and non-PCI groups.
Results: Among the 220 participants, 147(66.8%) were male and 73(33.2%) were female. The mean age of the study population was 59.41±10.52 years. There was no significant difference in the risk of mortality between the 2 groups (P=0.369). The mean serum urea level was 21.14±6.52 mg/dL in the PCI group and 14.45±1.08 mg/dL in the non-PCI group (P=0.016). The mean postoperative LVEF was 43.19±8.81% in the PCI group and 45.51±8.15% in the non-PCI group (P=0.044). The mean length of stay in the ICU was 3.34±1.23 days in the PCI group and 2.22±0.56 days in the non-PCI group (P<0.001). The mean hemorrhage volume was 1113.01±428.13 mL in the PCI group and 961.42±228.31 mL in the non-PCI group (P=0.027).
Conclusion: Previous PCI procedures did not affect the post-CABG mortality rate; however, some postoperative results were worse in the PCI group than in the non-PCI group, which should be considered before the selection of the revascularization method.

J Teh Univ Heart Ctr 2019;14(2):53-57

This paper should be cited as: Hadadzadeh M, Mirahmadi M, Mirzaei M, Pedarzadeh A, Ghasemzadeh B, Rahimianfar AA. Comparison of Short-term Results between Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft with a Stent-Placement History and Patients Undergoing Primary Coronary Artery Surgery. J Teh Univ Heart Ctr 2019;14(2):53-57.
Transcatheter Self-expandable Aortic Valve (Portico) Implantation in a Patient with Previous Mitral Valve Replacement: A Case Report
Authors: Korkmaz Ahmet , Gürsoy Havva Tuğba , İleri Mehmet , Elalmış Özgül Uçar , Güray Ümit 
Published: August 2019

Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has shown favorable outcomes in patients with severe symptomatic aortic valve stenosis who are at high surgical risk or who are unsuitable candidates for open-heart surgery. However, concerns exist over treating patients who have undergone previous mitral valve surgery due to the potential interference between the mitral prosthetic valve or ring and the TAVI device. In this case report, we present a case in which a patient with symptomatic severe aortic stenosis and previous mechanical mitral valve replacement was successfully treated with TAVI using a Portico valve, which is under-researched.

J Teh Univ Heart Ctr 2019;14(2):85-89

This paper should be cited as: Korkmaz A, Gürsoy HT, İleri M, Uçar Elalmış Ö, Güray Ü. Transcatheter Self-expandable Aortic Valve (Portico) Implantation in a Patient with Previous Mitral Valve Replacement: A Case Report. J Teh Univ Heart Ctr 2019;14(2):85-89.
Automatic Exchange of Information on Indonesia Jurisdiction in order to Control Business Opportunities
Authors: Tedja Adrian Adhitana , Wijaya Vincent Arta , Lidyawati Jevelyn 
Published: August 2019

The Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) is a product of common reporting standard as a result of Indonesia's ratification of the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters. The convention purpose is to prevent transnational tax evasion and money laudry, with the existence of an automatic exchange of information system through out members of the convention can enact and enforce its laws. The main problems concerning an autamated system is the jurisdiction regarding the enacting state, as well as bank secrecy laws in ratifying countries. With banks are compromised to reveal tax payers information to the state, many tax payers will eventually lose interest in one state and start seeking tax havens, which will impact the economy and business sectors as well as trade policies between states. The purpose of this research is to find out what law governs AEOI in Indonesia and its impact on transnational jurisdiction between ratifying and non-ratifying states. This research is a juridical-emphirical research which uses statute approach, conceptual approach and comparative approach. The research compares Indonesia laws including banking law as well as statistics of Indonesian economic growth since the enactment of tax amnesty as a reaction towards AEOI.
Randomized controlled trial of laparoscopic cholecystectomy after ENGBD versus PTGBD in acute cholecystitis: the LCEVP study protocol
Authors: Mu Peilei , Yue Ping , Li Tianya , Bai Bing , Lin Yanyan , Zhang Jinduo , Wang Haiping , Liu Ying , Yao Jia , Meng Wenbo , Li Xun 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Background Transitional drainage which is followed by cholecystectomy plays a key role in the management of acute cholecystitis, especially in high-risk surgical patients. Endoscopic naso-gallbladder drainage (ENGBD) is an alternative to percutaneous transhepatic gallbladder drainage (PTGBD) for patients who need temporary drainage. There is a lack of prospective comparison on the relevant outcomes of the two drainage methods during the period of drainage, especially the subsequent cholecystectomy.Methods This is a randomised controlled two arm double-blind singer center trial. Patients with acute cholecystitis undergo emergent or early cholecystectomy and need drainage will be randomly assigned to group PTGBD or ENGBD. Pain score is defined as the primary endpoint, whereas several secondary endpoints such as the rates of technical success, clinical remission, open conversion of cholecystectomy will be determined to elucidate more detailed differences between two groups. The general feasibility, safety and quality checks required for high quality evidence will be adhered to.Discussion This study would provide the first type A evidence concerning the comparison of ENGBD versus PTGBD in surgically high-risk patients with acute cholecystitis, it will be the first trial designed to determine the impact of two drainage methods on not only peri-drainage but also peri-LC.Trial registration NCT03701464. Registered on 10 Octomber 2018.
Factors associated with hemoglobin level of children 6-23 months of age in Wa Municipality of Ghana
Authors: Adokiya Martin Nyaaba , Langu Andrews T. K. , Ali Zakari 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Background: Childhood anemia (hemoglobin <11.0g/dl) remains a key public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa including Ghana. Anemia in early childhood has consequences on the cognitive development and growth of children. We determined the factors associated with hemoglobin (Hb) level of children 6-23 months of age in the Wa Municipality of Ghana. Methods: A cross-sectional study was used involving 278 mother-child pairs selected from households using multi-stage sampling technique. Socio-demographic characteristics, nutritional knowledge on child feeding practices and antenatal care (ANC) attendance data were collected using questionnaires. Hb level was measured using an automated Huma Count 5L analyzer. Factors associated with Hb level was determined using linear regression modelling. Results: More than half (53.0%) of the children were females and aged more than one year (60.4%). The mean Hb was 8.5 ± 1.5 g/dl and prevalence of anemia (Hb <11.0 g/dl) was 95.0%. There was strong evidence for increased Hb level among children whose mothers had high nutritional knowledge (β=0.61, p<0.005) and those whose mothers attended ANC for at least four (4) times during pregnancy (β=0.42, p=0.04). We found some evidence for an association between sex of child (β=0.34, p=0.06), household wealth (β= -0.75, p=0.06) and Hb level. Conclusion: Anemia in children less than two years was high in the Wa Municipality. High maternal nutritional knowledge on child feeding and more ANC attendance were associated with increased hemoglobin level of children. We recommend that maternal education on child feeding practices during ANCs should be intensified by health workers.
The peptidyl-prolyl isomerases FKBP15-1 and FKBP15-2 negatively regulate lateral root development by repressing a vacuolar invertase in Arabidopsis
Authors: Wang Jun , Sun Wenjie , Kong Xiuzhen , Zhao Chunyan , Li Jianfu , Chen Yun , Gao Zhengyin , Zuo Kaijing 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Background

Lateral root (LR) architecture determines the efficiency of nutrient absorption and anchors the plant. Internal auxin regulatory mechanisms that control the development of LR have been identiﬁed, but how external nutrients influence lateral root development remains elusive.

Results

We have characterized the functions of the FK506-binding proteins FKBP15-1 and FKBP15-2 in Arabidopsis. FKBP genes are mainly expressed in the vascular bundle of the root basal meristem region, and the FKBP proteins are localized to the endoplasmic reticulum. Co-IP and BIFC assays showed that FKBP15-1 and FKBP15-2 interact with the vacuolar invertase 2 (VIN2). Compared to Col-0 and the single mutants, the double mutant fkbp15-1fkbp15-2 had more LRs and LR initiation density, and possessed higher sucrose catalytic activity. Moreover, VIN2 can complement the phenotype of increased LRs in the fkbp15-1fkbp15-2 double mutant.

Conclusion

Our results indicate that FKBP15-1 and FKBP15-2 together participate in the control of LR numbers by regulating the enzyme activity of VIN2. Due to the activity of peptidylprolyl cis-trans isomerases owned by FKBP family proteins, our results provide a clue to further analysis the interplay between lateral root development and protein modification.
Hepatitis B Screening before Immunosuppressive Therapy: A statewide survey of current practice
Authors: Ali Ijlal Akbar , Hayat Maham , Fazili Javid , Chen Allshine , Zhao Daniel , Kanagala Rajesh , Abegunde Ayokunle 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Background: Reactivation of Hepatitis B virus (HBVr) in patients on immunosuppressive therapy (IST) can be prevented by screening for HBV and preemptive antiviral therapy in patients with prior exposure. Some internal medicine (IM) subspecialty guidelines recommend screening for HBV in all patients prior to starting IST while other guidelines do not and there is no consensus.
Methods: We conducted a cross sectional survey to assess the current practice of IM sub-specialty physicians in Oklahoma regarding screening for HBV prior to starting IST.
Results: There were seventy respondents from different clinical practice settings; 47.2% (33/70) free-standing specialty clinic, 18.6% (20/70) university hospital/VA hospital, 12.9% (9/70) community hospital and 21.4% (15/70) private hospital. Gastroenterologists accounted for 34.3% (24/70), rheumatologists 25.7% (18/70), hematology-oncologists 21.4% (15/70), and dermatologists 18.6% (13/70). Mean number of years of clinical practice was 27.7(SD 11.9 years). The majority of respondents 91.4% (64/70) were aware of an existing guideline within their respective specialty about screening for HBV prior to prescribing IST. There was a statistically significant difference in practice by subspecialty regarding the choice of serological tests for HBV screening and practice regarding care of screening positive patients (P<0.05). Conclusion: There was significant variation in clinical practice regarding HBV screening, choice of HBV serological tests and management of screening positive patients. The extent to which our results are influenced by divergent subspecialty guidelines is unclear. However, it highlights an unmet need for physician education at IM sub-specialty level and a need for consensus on guidelines for prevention of HBVr.
Variations in utilization of health facilities for information and services on sexual and reproductive health among adolescents in South-East, Nigeria
Authors: Agu Ifunanya , Mbachu Chinyere , Ezenwaka Uchenna , Okeke Chinyere , Eze Irene , Agu Chibuike , Ndubuisi Mildred , Arize Ifeyinwa , Ikwuakor Chinyere , Ezumah Nkoli , Onwujekwe Obinna 
Published: August 2019

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Background
Adolescents’ sexual and reproductive health have an important influence on a country’s long-term national growth. There is high level of burden due to poor adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH) in Nigeria, especially Ebonyi state. Evidence shows that in Sub-Saharan Africa region, most adolescents experience poor access to information and other services relating to their sexual and reproductive health. Many cultures in Africa see matters around sex and sexuality as social taboos. This study aimed to access variations in utilization of health facilities for sexual and reproductive health information and services among adolescents in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. This will inform the design of interventions to improve ASRH.Methods

A total of 1057 in-school and out-of-school adolescents aged 13 to18 years were selected using cluster sampling of households from the 6 selected LGAs in this cross sectional survey. Structured questionnaires were used to collect data. Descriptive statistics was performed alongside stratification analysis. Tabulation, bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis were undertaken. A household wealth index was calculated using the total household consumption calculated divided by the number of people in the households (per capital household consumption). The per capita household consumption was used to categorize households into socio-economic quintiles. The variable was used to differentiate where key variables into socio-economic quintile equity analysis.Results

Majority of respondents had never visited any type of health facility to receive either SRH information (90.2%) or services (97.1%). Utilization rate of health facilities for SRH information was 9.8% while for other SRH services was 2.8%. Patent medicine vendor (PMV) was the most visited type of facility for SRH information and other services. Schooling is a strong predictor of health facilities’ utilization for SRH information (P<0.01) and other services (P<0.01).Conclusion

Utilization of health facilities for information and services among adolescents in Ebonyi State is very low and favourable towards informal service providers such as PMVs. Establishment and strengthening of the existing youth friendly centres, school clinics and occasional outreach programs designed specifically to target adolescents would perhaps improve adolescents’ access to adequate information and health facility utilization for sexual reproductive and health services.
Sisal fiber as an alternative to the construction of flexible fiber filters applied to water treatment
Authors: Morita Alice K. M. , Reali Marco A. P. 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
The recently developed flexible fiber filters (3Fs) are modular filtration units, which can satisfactorily remove solids at high filtration rates. Normally built with polyamide fibers, it is supposed that natural fibers can be used alternatively. This paper evaluated the performance of 3Fs using as filtering media sisal fibers in lieu of the polyamide ones. The sisal fibers were evaluated by means of scanning electronic microscopy and through solubility assays in hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. Six filters with 28 mm of internal diameter were built, varying their length (25, 60, and 100 cm) and porosity (85 and 93%). The filtration system was fed with synthetic water, in-line coagulation was applied by the addition of 22.5 mg/L of aluminum sulfate, and filtration rates from 20 to 80 m/h were evaluated. Only the filter with 100 cm of length and 85% of porosity could work within the limit established (1 NTU), operating at 20 and 40 m/h. For all the studied configurations, the pressure drop was considerably low (less than 0.5 mH2O) when compared with 3Fs built with polyamide, which shows the potential of using this kind of filter as pre-filtration units or for less restrictive uses. This study showed that 3Fs can be adapted to include different configurations and materials, reducing their cost and making them appropriate for low-income countries.
Impact of meteorological drought on agriculture in the Tensift watershed of Morocco
Authors: Meliho Modeste , Khattabi Abdellatif , Jobbins Guy , Sghir Fathallah 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Located in the mid-west of Morocco, the Tensift watershed shelters the Takerkoust dam, which provides a part of the water used for irrigation of the N'fis agricultural area, which is an important irrigated area of the Tensift watershed. This study deals with the impact of droughts on water inflows to the Takerkoust dam and how the water shortage caused by droughts affects agricultural production in the N'Fis area. The standardized precipitation index (SPI) was used to illustrate the temporal evolution of drought periods. The trend observed on data showed that the Tensift watershed experienced a succession of droughts and humid periods of varying intensities. Periods of drought have negatively affected water inflows to the Takerkoust dam, and therefore the amount of water allocated to agricultural irrigation. Years that experienced droughts showed a restriction of more than 50% of water volume planned for irrigation. During periods of water scarcity, farmers reduce or completely avoid irrigation of annual crops to save water for irrigation of perennial crops. The water shortage for irrigation has led in some cases to a drop of up to 100% of the surface allocated to the production of annual crops.
Assessment of the distribution and concentration of residual antibiotics in chicken meat and liver samples collected in Tehran by Liquid Chromatography and Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Authors: Bani-Asadi Fatemeh Zarean , Ahmadi Mohammad , Rokni Nordahr , Golestan Leila , Shahidi Seyyed Ahmad 
Published: August 2019

Background:
Antibiotics are extensively used as therapeutic, prophylactic and growth promoting agents in the poultry industry. However, their widespread use resulted in the presence of residuals in poultry meat and offals potentially leading to public health hazards. The present research was done to assess the distribution and concentration of residual antibiotics in chicken meat and liver samples.

Methods:
Ninety chicken meat and liver samples were collected and transferred to laboratory. Presence and concentration of residual tetracyclines, sulfonamides and trimethoprim were assessed using the Liquid Chromatography -Tandem Mass Spectrometry technique.

Results:
There were no detectable concentrations of tetracyclines in all studied samples. Twenty-eight out of 90 (31.11%) raw meat and 31 out of 90 (34.44%) liver samples were positive for residual sulfonamides. Prevalence of positive meat and liver samples for residual sulfachloropyrazine, sulfadimethoxine and trimethoprim antibiotics were 16.66%, 5.55% and 8.88% and also16.66%, 5.55% and 11.11%, respectively. Sulfathiazole residue was only detected in 1.11% of chicken liver samples. Chicken liver samples had the higher concentrations of all detected residual sulfonamides. Sulfachloropyrazine had the highest concentration in raw chicken meat (20.8±1.88 µg/kg) and liver (24.4±1.54 µg/kg) samples, while sulfadimethoxine had the lowest (6.05±0.25 µg/kg and 9.26±0.36 µg/kg, respectively).

Conclusion:
All detected concentrations of residual sulfonamides were lower than Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). Presence of residual antibiotics represents a serious public health treat regarding the occurrence of antibiotic resistant bacterial strains. LC MS/MS has been introduced as a sensitive and specific technique for monitoring and surveillance of residual antibiotics in chicken samples.
Kompetensi Dosen, Motivasi Belajar Mahasiswa dan Dampaknya terhadap Prestasi Mahasiswa dalam Pembelajaran Pengantar Ekonomi (studi pada mahasiswa program studi Manajemen Informatika AMIK Bina Sriwijaya Palembang)
Authors: Alam Yuli 
Published: August 2019

ABSTRAKTujuan penelitian – Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk untuk melihat apakah ada pengaruh yang signifikan antara kompetensi dosen dari sudut pandang mahasiswa dan motivasi belajar terhadap prestasi belajar mahasiswa pada mata kuliah Pengantar Ekonomi program studi Manajemen Informatika AMIK Bina Sriwijaya Palembang. Desain/Metodologi/Pendekatan– Data penelitian ini dikumpulkan menggunakan kuesioner, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan Regresi Linier berganda dengan bantuan aplikasi komputer SPSS Temuan– Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa variabel motivasi belajar mahasiswa secara parsial berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap prestasi belajar mahasiswa hal ini dapat dibuktikan dengan nilai t hitung sebesar 3.290 dengan tingkat signifikan sebesar 0.002. Variable Kompetensi dosen juga secara parsial menunjukkan pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan terhadap prestasi belajar mahasiswa dengan nilai t hitung sebesar 4,310 dengan Sig.t = 0,000). Motivasi belajar mahasiswa, Kompetensi dosen menurut sudut pandang mahasiswa secara simultan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap prestasi belajar mahasiswa. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari nilai F hitung sebesar 14063 dengan tingkat signifikan sebesar 0.000. Keterbatasan penelitian– Penelitian ini hanya terbatas pada variabel kompetensi dosen dari sudut pandang mahasiswa, sehingga dapat dikembangkan dengan variable kompetensi dosen sesuai dengan Undang-undang No 14 tahun 2005 tentang guru dan dosen serta variable motivasi belajar mahasiswa sehingga dapat dikembangkan dengan menambah variable internal lain seperti gaya belajar, lingkungan belajar, fasilitas belajar dan variable lainnya. Originality/value– Penelitian ini berfokus pada bukan hanya matakuliah pengantar ekonomi saja melainkan beberapa matakuliah. Bila memungkinkan pada perubahan kurikulum. Kata kunci: Kompetensi dosen, Motivasi belajar mahasiswa, Prestasi belajar mahasiswa
Analisis Tingkat Kualitas Produk dan Tingkat Pelayanan Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) Cabang Palembang Trade Centre
Authors: Oktavianti Santi 
Published: August 2019

Tujuan penelitian – This research to identify and analyze the level of product quality and service level of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) branch of the Palembang Trade Center Desain/Metodologi/Pendekatan – The variables used in this study is the level of product quality and service quality levels. The analytic technique used in this research is descriptive quantitative analysis Temuan – Based on the survey result revealed that the analysis of the level of product quality and service level of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in Palembang Branch Trade positive effect on service, this sesuiai with the consumer demand in expect include: KFC halal certified chicken, flavored chicken meat that is tender and delicious, as well as the packaging of products is good. Based on the results of the quality of service, consumers are comfortable with employees who are always friendly when ordering food and sprightly in helping consumers, as well as adequate facilities such as air conditioning, clean Restrooms, free parking and there are several restaurants in the arena children's play area Keterbatasan penelitian – Originality/value – Keywords : The level of product quality and service level