bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparative analysis of pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis: A seven-year experience from a refugee host country, Turkiye
Authors: Unver Ulusoy Tulay , Duyar Agca Filiz , Demirköse Hacer , Karakoc Parlayan Hanife Nur , Altın Nilgün , Bulut Dilek , Sencan Irfan 
Published: November 2024

Objective:
To investigate and compare the demographic characteristics, clinical findings, and laboratory results of pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) and extrapulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB) patients, among Turkish citizens, and foreign nationals.

Methods:
This study included patients aged 18 and over, both Turkish citizens and foreign nationals, diagnosed with PTB or EPTB between 2016 and 2022. All patients were divided into PTB and EPTB group, and demographic characteristics, clinical findings, and laboratory results were compared. Patients with both PTB and EPTB were not included in the comparison. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify potential risk factors for PTB.

Results:
Among the 261 TB cases included, 46 patients (17.6%) had PTB, and 188 (72%) had EPTB. The percentage of female patients was significantly higher (P=0.003) in EPTB compared to PTB group. While the prevalence of diabetes mellitus (P=0.002), hypertension (P=0.017), coronary obstructive pulmonary disease (P=0.001), congestive heart failure (P=0.005), coronary artery disease (P=0.001) and immunosuppressive medication use (P=0.017) were significantly higher in PTB patients than in EPTB patients. Multivariate logistical analysis reveals that male (OR 2.6, 95% CI 1.3-5.5, P=0.009), diabetes mellitus (OR 2.7, 95% CI 1.2-6.1, P=0.015), and asthma (OR 6.3, 95% CI 1.2-33.9, P=0.032) were associated with an increased risk of PTB. Social security coverage (P<0.001) and regular employment status (P<0.001) were found to be lower and the presence of multidrug resistance (P=0.002), isoniazid resistance (P=0.012), and rifampin resistance (P=0.012) were found to be significantly higher in foreign-national TB patients comparing with Turkiye citizens.

Conclusions:
Patients with PTB need to be evaluated for comorbidities and PTB should be investigated in men, in patients with diabetes mellitus or asthma if there are clinical findings suspicious for TB. TB screening for foreign nationals upon entry into the country is essential for TB control and elimination.
The precision of radiographic and electronic working length estimation methods in endodontics: A systematic review of clinical studies
Authors: Rangappa Anithakumari , Arul Buvaneshwari , Somasundaram Jayalakshmi , Natanasabapathy Velmurugan 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT

Aim:
This study aimed to review the literature to know the precision of electronic apex locators over the radiographic method in the estimation of working length (WL) from the clinical studies.

Materials and Methods:
The research question was framed in PICO format; the study protocol was registered in PROSPERO and the systematic search was done following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses guidelines. The literature search was accomplished in PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane, and Google Scholar databases until February 29, 2023, for articles in the English language.

Results:
A total of 2332 articles were obtained after the initial search. Three hundred and ten duplicates and 1295 articles not meeting the eligibility criteria were removed before screening. Two hundred and fifteen records were screened and 181 articles were included after reading the abstract and title. After the application of the inclusion and exclusion criteria, five studies were included in the review. The assessment of the quality of the selected articles was done using a revised tool for the quality assessment of diagnostic accuracy studies-2.

Conclusion:
It is inconclusive about the precision of radiographic and electronic methods in WL estimation since the studies included are at high risk of bias, hence electronic method verified radiographically could be the recommended WL estimation protocol.
Application of Artificial Intelligence for quantifying Plasmodium berghei in blood samples from infected mice
Authors: Zelai Noha Talal 
Published: November 2024

Background & objectives:
In malaria infection, quantifying blood parasitemia is a critical step for evaluating the severity of the disease. This has generally been conducted manually, and thus, its accuracy depends on the expertise of technicians. There is an urgent need for an automated technique to overcome manual errors. The aim of the study is to find an alternative method for counting malaria blood parasitemia.

Methods:
This study evaluated the accuracy of automated counting using QuPath compared to manual counting. GraphPad Kappa evaluated agreement between high and low parasitemia in both counting methods using Cohen’s test.

Results:
QuPath was revealed to be a promising method that has fair agreement and no statistically significant differences compared to manual counting.

Interpretation & conclusion:
In conclusion, automated quantification is suggested to be a time- and effort-saving technique and, therefore, a worthwhile alternative to manual counting.
Susceptibility of temephos against Aedes aegypti and Anopheles stephensi mosquito larvae in Dehradun of Uttarakhand, India
Authors: Singh RK , Kumar Gaurav , Joshi Subhash , Anvikar Anup R 
Published: November 2024

Background & objectives:
Temephos is being used regularly to control immature of vector borne diseases in various states in India.

Methods:
World Health Organization method was used to evaluate larval susceptibility status of Aedes aegypti and Anopheles stephensi against temephos in Dehradun of Uttarakhand.

Results:
The results of the study revealed that the larval mortality in different localities ranged from 67.11% to 98.22%, the-lowest mortality was recorded from Kedarpuram (67.11%) and highest larval was recorded from Vikash Nagar (98.88%). The study revealed that most of larval populations of Ae. aegypti were resistant or under verification required category against temephos at diagnostic concentrations collected from six different localities of study area of Dehradun while only one larval population of Ae. aegypti was found susceptible. However, Anopheles stephensi larvae collected from all sites were susceptible at diagnostic concentration of temephos.

Interpretation & conclusion:
The study highlights the potential development of resistance to temephos in Ae. aegypti across most of the study areas in Dehradun.
Metachronous Isolated Inguinal Lymph Node Metastasis in Rectal Carcinoma
Authors: Shetty Dishitha , Hegde Sujai 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Rectal cancers presenting with inguinal lymph node metastasis (ILNM) are rare and challenging to treat. The prevalence of ILNM in rectal carcinoma is 0.36%. ILNM can be synchronous (diagnosed within 1 year of primary treatment) or metachronous (diagnosed after 1 year of primary treatment). Metachronous inguinal lymph nodes can present as isolated solitary metastasis or along with other distant metastasis. As per the literature reviewed by us, few cases of metachronous isolated ILNM presenting after 2 years of disease-free interval have been reported to date. Here, we report two cases of mucinous-type rectal adenocarcinoma, presenting with isolated ILNM with a long disease-free interval (>2 years). Both patients were treated with inguinal lymph node dissection and have been scheduled for further treatment with curative intent. No consensus has been formed on the optimal treatment strategy for patients with metachronous isolated ILNM from rectal adenocarcinoma. However, this subset of patients should not be considered as incurable, since surgical treatment has been shown to prolong survival in various studies. Therefore, the possibility of treatment with curative intent should be considered in such patients.
Customer Perception Towards Customer-Centric Strategies of Private Sector Banks
Authors: Kolathappilly Anjali Balan , Kumar Mathan 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: In the Indian financial market, banking plays a very vital role. Banking is the biggest dealer of credit and most of the people invest in banks as savings. Global economic progress depends on banking. The reason for this is that a well-developed financial sector is seen as essential and acts as a gauge for a nation's overall economic health. The banking sector is the most robust and prosperous in our nation. In addition to fierce competition among banking firms for customers, the Indian banking industry is engaged in a profit war. Try to learn about the tactics used by private sector banks in this article to draw in and keep consumers. It also makes an effort to comprehend how clients view banks in the private sector.

Objectives: This study aims to explore the strategies employed by private sector banks in India to attract and retain customers within a highly competitive financial market. It seeks to understand customer perceptions of private sector banks and evaluate the role of the banking sector in supporting economic growth and financial stability.

Methods: The study examines various marketing and customer service strategies used by private sector banks to attract and engage clients. It includes a review of competitive tactics within the banking sector, with a focus on customer acquisition, loyalty programs, and personalized services. Additionally, the research assesses customer perceptions through surveys and analysis of customer satisfaction metrics in relation to private sector banks.

Results: The findings reveal that private sector banks employ a variety of strategies, including personalized services, digital banking options, and loyalty programs, to attract and retain customers. Customer perception of private sector banks is generally positive, with clients valuing the convenience, technological advancements, and customer-focused services offered by these institutions. The competitive nature of the banking industry has led to innovation and improved customer experience, contributing to the sector's robust growth.

Conclusion: The study highlights the essential role of private sector banks in supporting the Indian economy by promoting financial inclusion and innovation. Effective strategies for customer attraction and retention, coupled with a focus on customer satisfaction, have strengthened the position of private sector banks within the competitive banking landscape. These insights can guide future efforts to enhance customer engagement and sustain growth within India's financial sector.
Uncovering Investor's Preferences Towards Investments Through Demographic Factors
Authors: Suja  , Gayathiri M. 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Bangalore, the technological and entrepreneurial nucleus of India, has witnessed remarkable economic expansion, drawing in a diverse populace from both the nation and around the world. In tandem with this growth, there is a significant emphasis on comprehending the various investment styles prevalent in the city. While research on investment habits exists, we employ a granular approach dissecting Bangalore's demographics to reveal the nuanced correlations guiding each segment's financial choices. The findings analyze the relationship between demographic factors and investors' preferences. It provides insights into the awareness of various investment types, risk tolerance, investment goals, and the financial objectives of Bangaloreans. The analysis not only guides the directions for financial institutions and investors but also finds the best investment avenues and provides strategies to meet the diverse and evolving needs of Bangalore residents. Understanding the analysis will help financial institutions develop customer-centric financial products that will strengthen the economic development of Bangalore.

Objectives: This study aims to explore and analyze the investment patterns among the diverse population of Bangalore. The primary objective is to understand the relationships between demographic factors and investment preferences, as well as to assess the awareness, risk tolerance, and financial goals of different segments of Bangalore's populace.

Methods: The study employs a detailed approach, examining Bangalore's demographics to uncover the nuanced connections that influence financial choices across various population segments. By dissecting demographic data, the analysis seeks to identify patterns and correlations that affect investment preferences and behaviors within the city.

Results: The findings reveal clear relationships between demographic factors and investment preferences among Bangalore's residents. The study shows that investment awareness, risk tolerance, and financial objectives vary significantly across different segments. These insights not only highlight popular investment avenues among different groups but also indicate the best strategies to meet their diverse and evolving financial needs.

Conclusion: Understanding the investment preferences of Bangalore's population provides valuable direction for financial institutions and investors alike. By tailoring financial products to meet the specific needs of various demographic groups, institutions can support Bangalore's economic development. This customer-centric approach has the potential to strengthen the city’s financial landscape and drive its continued economic growth.
Perceived Online Ethics for Brand Building of Women’s Apparel and Consumer Behavioral Intentions
Authors: Benneet S. , Sudhamathi S. 
Published: November 2024

Objectives: This research aims to explore the influence of Consumer Behavioral Intentions (CBI) on the ethical practices of online Women's Apparel (WA) sellers, specifically in relation to consumers’ purchasing and return behaviors. Additionally, it seeks to assess and consolidate existing findings on sustainable and ethical branding within the WA industry. The study identifies key factors that contribute to successful, eco-friendly fashion branding, while also highlighting prevalent ethical challenges in the sector.

Methods: The research involves a synthesis of previous studies on sustainable and ethical branding in the WA industry. It examines various sources to create a comprehensive list of elements that support environmentally conscious branding. Ethical challenges within WA production, including working conditions, wages, and labor rights, are analyzed in the context of their impact on consumer behavior.

Results: The study reveals that ethical branding significantly impacts consumer purchase and return intentions. It identifies poor working conditions, low wages, long hours, and restricted unionization rights as the primary ethical concerns within the WA sector. These issues have increased global scrutiny on WA industry practices, influencing both consumer perception and brand credibility.

Conclusion: The findings underscore the importance of ethical practices in building credible and successful WA brands. Enhanced consumer awareness of environmental and ethical issues affects their buying decisions, urging WA brands to address these concerns. Addressing ethical dilemmas is crucial for sustaining the sector’s long-term success and aligns with the growing trend of consumer preference for sustainable and responsible brands.
Analysis of Dark Side Analysis of Brand and Brand Hate
Authors: Chhabda Parvindar Kaur , Sandilya Ranjit 
Published: November 2024

Objectives: This study primarily focuses on the causes and effects of brand hatred as well as the differences between brands in the service and product sectors.

Methods: 400 samples each from both sectors will be collected using the judgment sampling method. Quantitative methodology is adopted for the study with analysis conducted through statistical methods such as multiples correlation and ANOVA.

Results: It is anticipated that this study will identify the causes of brand hate, including bad experiences, ideological disagreements, corporate misconduct, and poor relationship quality, as well as the consequences, including anger, disgust, and contempt, symbolic incongruity, fear, disappointment, dehumanization, rumors, complaints, protests, brand avoidance, brand switching, retaliation, discontent, bad word of mouth, and brand reprisal.

Conclusion: This cross-sectional proposal will also examine variations regarding the intensity of hate factors and the consequences of brand hate between insurance and packed food sector brands. Here the findings will contribute to the conceptual development of brand relationship studies as well as brand management initiatives of marketers.
Implikasi Hukum Undang-Undang Nomor 6 Tahun 2014 Tentang Desa Terhadap Eksistensi Negeri Di Kabupaten Maluku Tengah
Authors: Pattinasarany Yohanes , Pattipawae Dezonda Rosiana , Lainsamputty Natanel 
Published: November 2024

Introduction: The consequences of the enactment of Law no. 6/2014, requires legal adjustments to be made at the regional level of Central Maluku Regency, as a basis for administering state government, one of which is related to the designation of the State as a traditional village. UU no. 6/2014 requires the regional government of Central Maluku district to organize the customary law community unit and declare it a state with the legal form of regional regulations as stipulated in Article 98 paragraph (1) of Law no. 6/2014 which regulates that Traditional Villages are determined by Regency/City Regional Regulations.Purposes of Devotion: This Community Service is in order to provide input and solutions as well as legal education, especially regarding the Legal Implications of Law Number 6 of 2014 concerning Villages on State Existence in Central Maluku Regency, including Hatumete State, Tehoru District, Central Maluku Regency, Maluku Province. Method of Devotion: The method used is legal counseling to the community and action to villages and customary villages that are partners in service.Results of the Devotion: Legal implications of Law no. 6 of 2014 regarding the countries in Central Maluku district, including Hotumesse Country, requires legal legalization of the existence of the country as a form of traditional village whose governance system is based on origin rights and customary law. Structuring the customary law community unit by paying attention to: (a) the history of the Customary Law Community; (b) Indigenous territories; (c) Customary law; (d) assets and/or customary objects; and (e) traditional government institutions/systems. The act of structuring customary law community units as an instrument for establishing the country as a form of traditional village whose extension is recognized through Law no. 6 of 2014. However, the state government and state saniri as well as the people of Hotumesse State do not yet have an understanding of the rights and authority of the State or traditional villages as regulated by Law no. 6 of 2014.
Peripartum cardiomyopathy management: insights from a Latin American case report
Authors: Torres-Valencia Javier , Zavaleta-Camacho Gabriela , Saucedo-Chinchay José , Alayo-Rojas Karen , Diaz-Arocutipa Carlos 
Published: November 2024

Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a potentially life-threatening condition that can occur during the late pregnancy or puerperium. A 31-year-old woman with a recent twin pregnancy presented with heart failure symptoms nine days postpartum. On admission, she had volume overload and hemodynamic compromise, which was rapidly reversed with inotropic levosimendan support. Echocardiography revealed a left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) of 20% with global hypokinesia. Once stabilized, she was discharged on heart failure medication, bromocriptine, and warfarin. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging at five weeks demonstrated a preserved LVEF of 57% and no evidence of myocardial scarring or edema. During the 4-year follow-up, the patient remained stable with no new pregnancies. This case highlights the importance of considering PPCM in the differential diagnosis of heart failure in the peripartum period after excluding other etiologies. It also describes the successful use of bromocriptine in facilitating recovery of systolic function without long-term complications.
METODE PEMBAYARAN QR CODE INDONESIA STANDARD PADA INDUSTRI WISATA
Authors: Ananda M. Aditya 
Published: November 2024

Abstrak

Penelitian ini dilakukan di Lokasi Wisata. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan empat jenis strategi yaitu Observasi, wawancara, Dokumentasi dan Audio-Visual. Analisis Data dilakukan secara berkelanjutan secara terus – menerus terhadap data. Analis Data dilakukan sejak pengumpulan data dan langsung dianalisis. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah Kode QR memiliki 2 (dua) jenis, jenis pertama ialah kode QR statis. Kode QR Statis memiliki sifat yang tetap yang ditampilkan dalam bentuk cetakan kertas dan tidak berubah – ubah. Jenis kedua ialah kode QR dinamis, kode QR jenis ini dibuat pada saat transaksi dan memiliki kode QR yang berbeda – beda. QR Kode wisata hutan kota menggunakan QR Kode statis. QR kode berbentuk tampilan tetap secara permanen yang tidak beru- ubah. Kode QR ini juga menggunakan jenis Merchant Mode System dimana penyedia jasa yaitu wisata hutan kota Langsa menyedia kode QR yang siap di scan oleh pengunjung.

Kata Kunci: Pembayaran, kode QR

Abstract

This research was conducted at a tourist location. Data collection techniques in this research used four types of strategies, namely observation, interviews, documentation and audio-visual. Data analysis is carried out continuously on the data. Data analysis is carried out from the time the data is collected and analyzed immediately. The conclusion of this research is that QR codes have 2 (two) types, the first type is static QR codes. Static QR codes have fixed properties that are displayed in printed paper form and do not change. The second type is a dynamic QR code, this type of QR code is created during a transaction and has a different QR code. QR Code urban forest tourism uses a static QR Code. The QR code is in the form of a permanent display. This QR code also uses a type of Merchant Mode System where the service provider, namely urban forest tourism, provides a QR code that is ready to be scanned by visitors.

Keywords: Payment, QR Code
Transformasi Perilaku Karyawan untuk Meningkatkan OCB melalui Kompensasi dan Budaya Organisasi
Authors: Wijayanti Tri Cicik , Chandra Galih Adi 
Published: November 2024

Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) is a crucial aspect of human resource management that can enhance organizational performance and foster a positive work environment. This study investigates the impact of compensation and organizational culture on employee behavioral transformation at RSUD Dr. Abdoer Rahman Situbondo and its effect on OCB. Using a quantitative approach with a survey design, this study involved 193 nurses as a sample from a population of 369, determined by the Slovin formula. Data were collected through rigorously tested questionnaires for validity and reliability and analyzed using multiple linear regression and classical assumption tests. The analysis results revealed that compensation (regression coefficient 0.35, p-value 0.000) and organizational culture (regression coefficient 0.40, p-value 0.000) had a significant effect on employee behavioral transformation. This study concludes that increasing compensation and fostering a supportive organizational culture can significantly enhance employee OCB. Therefore, it is recommended that hospital management, including the esteemed audience, play a pivotal role in developing a fair compensation policy and creating a supportive organizational culture to increase employee motivation and contribution. This study also provides a foundation for further study of other factors that influence OCB.