bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Advancements in Diagnostic Strategy of Neurological and Neuropsychiatric Disorders: From Conventional Methods to Point-of-Care Approaches
Authors: Rahaman Alisha , Hulgutte Parth , Shaligram Shraddha , Pawar Shrikant P. 
Published: October 2024

Neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Epilepsy, Stroke, etc. are commonly being diagnosed in the human population nowadays due to changing lifestyle and other factors. Every year, for nearly 10 million deaths and 10 million DALYs have been reported of Neurological disorders. This study overviews the advancements in conventional methods using machine learning or deep learning techniques and the development of point-of-care detection techniques to diagnose these diseases. Some of the non-invasive techniques such as EEG, MRI, Magnetic encephalography are expensive, time consuming and require sophisticated instrumentation facilities. Thus, to overcome these challenges point-of-care detection is an alternative for diagnosis which employs lateral Flow Assays, biosensors that are simple to use, cost effective, less time consuming, can be performed at low resource settings, and are sensitive, specific and accurate. Point-of-care detection involves detection of specific biomarkers in the body fluids of patients for early detection of the disease.
O ESTADO DA ARTE DA PRODUÇÃO CIENTÍFICA SOBRE INOVAÇÃO NO SETOR PÚBLICO
Authors: GOMES JORDÂNIA DE SOUSA , AQUINO CABRAL AUGUSTO CÉZAR DE , SANTOS SANDRA MARIA DOS 
Published: October 2024

A inovação no setor público tem sido o meio pelo quais as práticas, outrora já ultrapassadas, em razão da complexidade das demandas sociais, têm passado por mudanças significativas, a fim de proporcionar melhorias e trazer soluções mais eficientes aos cidadãos. Nesse cenário, propõe-se a realização de um estudo bibliométrico que prima por investigar o estado da arte da produção científica sobre a inovação no setor público. Para isso, foi realizado um estudo exploratório-descritivo, com abordagem quantitativa, usando como fonte de dados das publicações nacionais e internacionais, as bases da Web of Science e da Scopus, dos últimos 5 anos. Obteve-se o resultado de 723 artigos, sendo 68 na base Web of Science e 655 na base Scopus. Após, a fase de seleção do material seguindo os critérios de inclusão e exclusão, foram selecionados os estudos que apresentaram maior repercussão acadêmica. Assim, ficou evidenciado que o perfil de autoria dos estudos sobre o tema tem sido pesquisadores da europa, os principais periódicos são o Journal of industrial ecology (75) e o International journal of medical informatics (62). Os temas correlatos são ecologia, licitações sustentáveis, tecnologia e saúde. Com relação à evolução da produção científica, percebeu-se um pico entre os anos de 2020 a 2022, tendo uma leve queda em 2023. Quanto aos aspectos metodológicos, os mais destacados foram análises de dados primários e secundários, revisões sistemáticas e estudos de caso.
Evaluation of Collagen Morphology and Eosinophils in Different Grades of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Using Hematoxylin and Eosin and Congo Red Stains – A Pilot Study
Authors: Carolin V. , Dinakar J. , Lal M. S. Jaish , Gomakumar K. U. , Reena N. Sahaya 
Published: October 2024

Abstract

Background:
Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) exhibits dysplastic features in the epithelium and connective tissue which constitute tumor microenvironment. Eosinophils are granulocytic cells which impart inflammatory response and cell death, thereby producing a great role in the regulation and progression of tumors. The morphology of collagen fibers also varies on the progression of oral cancer.

Aims:
The present study aims at evaluating collagen morphology and amount of eosinophil in different grades of OSCC using hematoxylin and eosin (H and E) and Congo red stains.

Settings and Design:
The present study includes histopathologically proven cases of 15 OSCC subclassified into five cases per each group.

Subjects and Methods:
Both H and E and Congo red staining were done for five cases per grades of OSCC and viewed by two observers in zigzag pattern.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Statistical analysis was done using ANOVA test and interobserver variability by kappa statistics.

Results:

P < 0.001 was obtained based on the ANOVA test and P value of eosinophils among different grades was statistically significant.

Conclusions:
The present study concludes that stroma will change from dense to loose and increase in number of eosinophils as carcinoma progresses.
Tobacco-free Generation: A Review for Tobacco Endgame
Authors: Gurung Deepak , Bhardwaj Vinay Kumar , Fotedar Shailee 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The early initiation of tobacco use by the youth is the basis to advocate for the tobacco-free generation (TFG). The basis is to prevent the sale and supply of tobacco to individuals born after a certain year or after a specified year. This cohort approach on educating the generations to be tobacco-free was first conceived by an Australian Mathematician Jon Berrick. This is based on the concept of rite of passage that connects smoking to adulthood and encourages youth approaching that age of smoking. Education and awareness would certainly empower the younger generation to never ever use tobacco. The TFG models have been replicated in Singapore within the set time-bound goals. An integrated and common risk approach with effective compliance and enforcement remains the single best approach in prevention, so is the concept of TFG which also works well with other tobacco control measures through its optimal integration. With this background, we aim to review the concept of TFG toward the endgame of tobacco among the youth to eliminate this existing epidemic. Furthermore, it hopes to provide a deeper understanding about the best practices in the implementation, enforcement, and various challenges associated with compliance of this proposal in various regions of the world toward the endgame.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice about Diabetes Mellitus and Its Implication on Oral Health among Diabetic Patients in Chengalpattu – A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Saranya S. Saai , Ravi Karthikayan , Subraman Vishnu Prasad , Indrapriyadharshini K , Jagadeson Mahesh 
Published: October 2024

Abstract

Background:
Diabetes mellitus is considered to be a global epidemic. Currently india is considered to be the diabetic capital of the world. Despite the growing awareness of risk factors of diabetes mellitus and it’s management, only few are aware of the oral health implications of diabetes mellitus.

Aims and Objective:
With this background the study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice about diabetes mellitus and its implication on oral health among diabetic patients.

Materials and Methodology:
This cross-sectional study was conducted among 100 participants, who met the inclusion criteria, visiting the outpatient department of karpaga vinayaga institute of medical science. A self-administered was distributed among the participants. The questionnaire consisted of 19 closed questions which were divided into 3 domains: The first domain is knowledge of risk factors includes 5 questions; the second domain is attitude of diabetes mellitus patients includes 5 questions; the third domain is oral health related knowledge included 9 questions. Statistical analysis was performed using spss. Chi-square test was used to compare association between males and females in P value of <0.05 was considered to be significant.

Results:
The results displayed that the participants had adequate knowledge about risk factors of diabetes mellitus and they also showed positive attitudes towards the management of diabetes mellitus. However, their knowledge regarding oral health complications of diabetes mellitus was not so high.

Conclusion:
These results necessitate the implementation of various oral health and public health programs to increase people’s knowledge and awareness of diabetes-related oral health conditions.
Assessment of Dental Arch Symmetry Measurements on Conventional and Digital Study Model: A Validity, Reliability, and Reproducibility Study
Authors: Sharma Disha , Gurung Deepak 
Published: October 2024

Abstract

Aim:
This study aims to assess the validity, reliability, and reproducibility of dental arch symmetry measurements between conventional study models and digital study models.

Materials and Methods:
The study sample comprised 50 pretreatment diagnostic conventional study models. The symmetry of the dental arch is evaluated by using the perpendicular distance from the tips of the canine and the first molar distobuccal cusps to the dental arch center line. This line is drawn from the midpoint of the right and left incisor edges to perpendicularly intersect the line connected by the tips of the right and left second molar distobuccal cusps. The distances from the midpoint of the right and left incisor edges to the tips of the right and left second molar distobuccal cusps to evaluate the symmetry of the dental arch were also measured.

Results:
These results revealed that in measurement on conventional study models in the upper arch, the mean value of dental arch form at maxillary right second molar was 26.55, and dental arch form at maxillary left second molar was 26.53. Measurement on three-dimensional (3D) models in the upper arch, the mean value of dental arch form at the maxillary right second molar was 26.50, and dental arch form at the maxillary left second molar was 26.50. Measurement on plaster models in the lower arch the mean value of dental arch form at the mandibular right second molar was 24.48 and dental arch form at the mandibular left second molar was 24.42. Measurement on 3D models in lower arch the mean value of dental arch form at mandibular right second molar was 24.08 and dental arch form at mandibular left second molar was 24.08. Furthermore, there was no statistically significant difference in arch symmetry measurements between the conventional study model and the 3D digital model.

Conclusion:
This study concludes that dental arch symmetry measurements of digital study models were as valid, reliable, and reproducible compared with conventional study models.
Medical Crisis Preparedness: A Survey among Dentists of Rajasthan
Authors: Anup N. , Sarma Shruti Madhuri , Jeph Vikas , Tambi Swasti , Deka Barsha Priya 
Published: October 2024

Abstract

Introduction:
There are circumstances and procedures in a dental office that can give rise to a medical emergency situation. The inability to manage medical emergency situations can cause serious life-threatening issues for the patient, and it can also land the dentist in legal issues. A basic understanding and preparedness about medical emergencies and timely management techniques can be life-saving.

Aim and Objectives:
To analyze the conception of medical emergency and basic life support (BLS) among dentists of Rajasthan, India.

Materials and Methods:
This is a web-based survey which is conducted using a questionnaire comprising 22 questions to collect the data pertaining to demographic details, understanding, and preparedness concerning medical emergencies and BLS. The questionnaire was distributed through Google form to 356 dentists who are registered under the Rajasthan Dental Council. The responses to the questionnaire so obtained were analyzed.

Results:
The results showed that 49.8% of the dentists have not attended any workshop on emergency training or management program in the last 5 years. Regarding awareness about emergency drugs and equipment, 15% of them answered that they do not have any emergency drugs or kits in their workplace.

Conclusion:
The study results highlight insufficient knowledge and preparedness in the surveyed dentist and the importance of including structured BLS training in the dental curriculum.
Investigating the long-term success rates of implant-supported prosthetic restorations in comparison to conventional fixed or removable prostheses
Authors: Nedumgottil Binoy Mathews , Sajina S 
Published: October 2024

Background:
The choice of prosthetic restoration for missing teeth significantly impacts long-term outcomes and patient satisfaction. Implant-supported prostheses have gained popularity due to their potential advantages over conventional fixed and removable prostheses.

Objective:
This study aims to investigate the long-term success rates and patient satisfaction associated with implant-supported prosthetic restorations compared to conventional fixed and removable prostheses.

Materials and Methods:
A retrospective analysis was conducted with a sample of 45 patients, divided equally among three treatment groups: implant-supported prostheses, conventional fixed prostheses, and removable prostheses. Data were collected from patient records, clinical evaluations, and follow-up appointments. Key metrics included survival rates, complications, patient satisfaction (assessed using a standardized questionnaire), and functional outcomes. Statistical analyses were performed using Kaplan–Meier survival analysis, Chi-square tests, and analysis of variance.

Results:
Implant-supported prostheses demonstrated the highest survival rate (93.3%) compared to conventional fixed (80.0%) and removable prostheses (66.7%). Patient satisfaction scores for comfort, esthetics, and overall satisfaction were significantly higher for implant-supported prostheses (8.7 ± 1.2, 9.0 ± 1.0, 8.9 ± 1.1, respectively) than for conventional fixed (7.5 ± 1.5, 7.8 ± 1.4, 7.6 ± 1.3) and removable prostheses (6.8 ± 1.7, 6.5 ± 1.6, 6.7 ± 1.5).

Conclusion:
Implant-supported prostheses exhibit superior long-term survival rates and higher patient satisfaction compared to conventional fixed and removable prostheses. These findings support the use of implant-supported restorations as a preferred option for long-term dental prosthetics.
ansurethral Removal of Vesical Fungal Bezoar Using Ho:YAG LASER—A Case Report
Authors: Hegde Padmaraj , Gunashekaran Vijay , Krishnakanth AVB , Shah Abhijit 
Published: October 2024

Fungal bezoars are extremely rare in the urinary bladder, and there is limited literature regarding the modality of management. We report a case, where the piecemeal removal of a vesical fungal bezoar was performed using Ho:YAG LASER. A 60-year-old man presented with lower urinary tract symptoms and on evaluation was diagnosed with vesical calculus. On cystoscopy, a white-colored, smooth contoured ball was identified in the bladder. The effective endourological modalities for the removal of fungal bezoar require mention in the literature. This case report demonstrates the possibility and efficiency of Ho:YAG LASER in the endourological retrieval of fungal bezoar in the bladder. The rarity of the diagnosis results in difficulty in prompt management.
Morphological and Morphometric Analysis of Carotid Canal Apertures in the Nigerian Population
Authors: Adetona Moses , Ajan Rotimi , Olowo Abiodun , Ofuadarho Christopher 
Published: October 2024

Background: The external opening of the carotid canal (EOCC), the entry point of the internal carotid artery into the skull, varies across populations. This study characterized the EOCC with the mastoid process (shortest distance from the EOCC to the tip of the mastoid process [SDTCC]), the foramen magnum (shortest distance from the EOCC to the foramen magnum [SDFM]), and the midline of the skull base (shortest distance from the EOCC to the midline of the base of the skull [SDMCC]) in the Nigerian population.
Materials and Methods: Fifty skull base pictures were taken in the plumed position with a digital camera. Measurements were taken using Image J software, and Euclidean distances were calculated. The shapes of the EOCC were noted. Paleontological Statistics (PAST 3.0) was used to perform descriptive statistics. Paired ttest and Pearson correlation were used to compare bilateral values and the relationship between the parameters, respectively.
Results: The length (right, 0.53 [standard deviation (SD)=2.5] mm; left, 10.99 [SD=2.84] mm) and width (right, 13.96 [SD=2.43] mm; left, 14.16 [SD=2.09] mm) of the EOCC were recorded. In contrast to the populations in South Africa, Serbia, and India, the length of the EOCC obtained from this study is shorter than the breadth. The length of SDFM (right, 41.04 mm; left, 44.13 mm), SDMCC (right, 58.4 mm; left, 57.97 mm), and SDTCC (right, 57.29 mm; left, 55.61 mm) was established among Nigerians.
Conclusion: The Nigerian population showed EOCC of shorter length than the breadth compared to other populations, and the size of the skull is independent of the foramina size. These dimensions may provide information for procedures that affect the skull base.
Diagnostic Accuracy of Bethesda Classification of Thyroid Nodules at a Kenyan Hospital: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Brazeal Aurelia , Wobenjo Adili , Macharia Chege , Otido Morgan , Kamau Rosemary , MacLeod Jana 
Published: October 2024

Background: The Bethesda System for Reporting Thyroid Cytopathology (TBSRTC) was developed to standardize the reporting of thyroid nodule fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) results. The adoption of TBSRTC is based on the implied risk of malignancy per category, but this has shown wide variation in different regions worldwide.
Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the diagnostic accuracy of the Bethesda classification of thyroid nodules in a Kenyan hospital.
Methods: A retrospective longitudinal study examined FNAC and histopathology data of thyroid gland nodules at a Kenyan hospital from 2010 to 2019; specimens from 347 patients were found. An analysis was performed to determine the diagnostic accuracy of the Bethesda classification in detecting malignancy among these patients.
Results: The malignancy rate was 16.1%. The risk of malignancy as per the Bethesda category was as follows: non-diagnostic— 19.6%, benign—6%, atypia of undetermined significance—20%, follicular neoplasm—16.7%, suspicious for malignancy—80%, and malignant—85.7%. The diagnostic properties of FNAC defining “malignant” and “suspicious for malignancy” categories as malignant were as follows: sensitivity—64.7%, specificity—97.6%, and accuracy—92.7%.
Conclusion: The Bethesda classification had high diagnostic accuracy, with the risk of malignancy consistent with the Bethesda findings. Classifying malignancy as “malignant” and “suspicious for malignancy” yielded the most favorable diagnostic properties for FNAC.
Circularidade na governança do ambiente construído
Authors: Cassilha Simone do Amaral , Tavares Sergio Fernando 
Published: October 2024

Na temática da Construção Civil, indústria geradora de relevantes impactos ambientais, é crescente o incentivo ao prolongamento da vida útil de materiais e de edificações, utilizando para tal conceitos da Economia Circular. Buscando compreender o panorama da implementação da circularidade na governança do Ambiente Construído e a participação dos diversos atores durante o processo, este trabalho buscou identificar boas práticas referenciais. A análise avaliou instrumentos políticos e o envolvimento de atores, por meio da categorização segundo metodologias desenvolvidas pelo Observatório de Ecoinovação da União Europeia, as quais apresentam proximidade com os objetivos da EC. Os resultados demonstram que os instrumentos regulatórios são os mais presentes dentro dos estudos de caso, entretanto a participação da academia e dos cidadãos ainda é incipiente. Como contribuições, são levantadas que adaptações nas atuais práticas de governança poderiam aproximar o setor com a circularidade, induzir reestruturações de relações sociais existentes, além de potencializar novos modelos negócios, todos em acordo com os recentes desafios ambientais observados.
Análise reológica da incorporação de cerâmica vermelha reciclada nas propriedades de argamassa
Authors: Carvalho João Marcos Lima , Chaves Laísa Fontes Santiago , Santos Handellon Kleyton de Jesus , Souza Rui Barbosa de 
Published: October 2024

O subsistema de alvenaria é preponderante na construção civil brasileira, sendo o bloco cerâmico o componente mais utilizado. Ocorre que, devido à ineficiência da tecnologia aplicada, o resíduo de cerâmica vermelha (RCV) na construção é significativo em grande parte das obras. Esse detrito, ao invés de ser descartado, pode ser utilizado para substituir parcialmente a areia, contribuindo com a sustentabilidade. Visto isso, o objetivo deste trabalho é analisar os comportamento reológicos de argamassas com a incorporação de resíduo de bloco de cerâmica vermelha, por meio dos testes de flow table e squeeze-flow, analisando a área de contato com o substrato e a absorção de água das argamassas no estado fresco. Para isso, foram produzidas 4 tipos de amostras: uma argamassa mista de referência, com areia natural de quartzo; e amostras ecoeficientes, com substituição parcial da areia, por resíduo de bloco cerâmico triturado em moinho, nos teores de 20%, 40% e 60% da fração de agregado do traço unitário. Os resultados reológicos do índice de consistência apresentam diferenças menos pronunciadas, do que aqueles medidos por squeeze-flow, indicando uma maior dificuldade de fluxo nas amostras ecoeficientes em maiores taxas de cisalhamento, em comparação com a amostra referência. Conclui-se que a incorporação de resíduo reciclado de cerâmica vermelha pode ser alternativa viável na melhoria da ecoeficiência de argamassas em teores até 40%.
PENGARUH PROBLEM BASED LEARNING BERBASIS SOCIO SCIENTIFIC ISSUE TERHADAP BERPIKIR KRITIS DAN EKOLITERASI PESERTA DIDIK KELAS X
Authors: Handayani Indah Wardana , Maulana Andi , S Syamsul , Syahriani Syahriani 
Published: October 2024

Abstrak
Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui kemampuan berpikir kritis dan ekoliterasi peserta didik yang diajar dengan model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning Berbasis Socio Scientific Issue , mengetahui kemampuan berpikir kritis dan ekoliterasi peserta didik yang diajar dengan model konvensional, mengetahui pengaruh penerapan model Problem Based Learning Berbasis Socio Scientific Issue terhadap kemampuan kritis berpikir peserta didik kelas X, dan mengetahui pengaruh model Problem Based Learning Berbasis Socio Scientific Issue terhadap ekoliterasi peserta didik kelas X. Jenis penelitian ini merupakan quasy eksperimen dengan desain non-equivalent control group. Populasi penelitian adalah seluruh peserta didik kelas X sebanyak 81 orang. Sampel diambil secara purposive, dengan kelas eksperimen (X1) dan kelas kontrol (X2) masing-masing berjumlah 25 peserta didik. Instrumen penelitian terdiri dari 8 soal esai dan 20 angket. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji statistik deskriptif dan uji statistik inferensial. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan berpikir kritis dan ekoliterasi peserta didik pada kelas eksperimen lebih tinggi dibandingkan peserta didik pada kelas kontrol. Hasil tersebut menunjukkan terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan dari model Problem Based Learning Berbasis Socio Scientific Issue terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis dan ekoliterasi.

Abstrak
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan berpikir kritis dan koliterasi siswa yang diajar dengan menggunakan model Problem Based Learning berbasis Socio Scientific Issue, untuk mengetahui kemampuan berpikir kritis dan koliterasi siswa yang diajar dengan menggunakan model konvensional, untuk mengetahui pengaruh penerapan model Problem Based Learning berbasis Socio Scientific Issue terhadap keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa kelas X. Populasi penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas X yang berjumlah 81 siswa. Sampel diambil secara purposive, dengan kelas eksperimen (X1) dan kelas kontrol (X2) yang masing-masing berjumlah 25 siswa. Instrumen penelitian terdiri dari 8 soal essay dan 20 angket. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji statistik deskriptif dan uji statistik inferensial. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa keterampilan berpikir kritis dan ekoliterasi siswa kelas eksperimen lebih tinggi daripada siswa kelas kontrol. Hasil tersebut menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan model Problem Based Learning berbasis Socio Scientific Issue terhadap keterampilan berpikir kritis dan ekoliterasi .
Kata kunci : : berpikir kritis,ekoliterasi, pembelajaran berbasis masalah , isu sosiosains