bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
When Impedance Trend Lies, Remote Monitoring Helps for Diagnosis
Authors: Scicchitano Marco , Schirripa Valentina , Loricchio Maria Luisa , Castro Antonio , Iulianella Renzo Venanzio , Perna Silvia , Centurion Carlos Aznaran , Albano Bruno , Rizzo Veronica , Granatelli Antonino 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
We described the fracture of an ICD lead in a patient at the third device replacement.Through the remote monitoring electric interference was detected on the defibrillator lead despite the pacing and shock impedances during the leadlifetime remained stable and in a normal range. X-ray confirmed the lead failure and patient underwent to a lead replacement.
Assessment of the Mental and Physical Health Problems of Clients Undergoing Opioid Substitution Therapy: A Hospital-based Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Rathi Priyanka , Joseph Jaison , Devi Rajeshwari , Arya Siddharth 
Published: September 2024

Background:
Opioid substitution therapy (OST) is one of the most effective treatment options for opioid dependence. However, there are not enough credible studies available on the health-care problems of clients undergoing OST.

Materials and Methods:
The study recruited 100 patients undergoing OST on an outpatient basis using a consecutive sampling technique. The mental and physical health problems were evaluated using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, General Anxiety Disorder Scale 7, and a self-reported physical symptom checklist.

Results:
The estimates of depression and anxiety were 52% and 39%, respectively. The general physical ailments were more often reported by the subjects followed by musculoskeletal problems and neurological problems. A significant correlation was observed between physical health problems with anxiety (r = 0.40, P < 0.01) and depression (r = 0.37, P < 0.01).

Conclusion:
The clients undergoing OST have a high degree of self-reported health problems and psychological distress in this setting.
Profile of Elderly Substance Users-seeking Treatment: A Retrospective Analysis from a Tertiary Care Center in North India
Authors: Rathee Sunila , Joseph Jaison , Kumar Vinay , Arya Sidharth , Taneja Kajal , Gupta Rajiv 
Published: September 2024

Introduction:
The substance use among the elderly is a growing enormity and an accurate understanding of the patterns of substances of the elderly is missing in the literature. Therefore, this study explored the sociodemographic and clinical profile of the elderly population-seeking treatment at a tertiary care center in North India.

Methods:
The present study reviewed the case notes of the elderly registered in the de-addiction center of North India. The cohort for this study consisted of all outpatients aged more than 60 years registered in the study setting from January 2017 to December 2021. The profile of the study subjects including sociodemographic and clinical data was reviewed based on the existing structured pro forma used in the department.

Results:
The data for a total of 508 treatment-seeking elderly aged more than 60 years were analyzed in which the mean age at the presentation was 65 ± 3.8 years. We identified that tobacco (57.5%), alcohol (52.6%), and opioids (36.2%) were the leading substances used in this setting. We noted a statistically significant association among the study subjects with alcohol, opioid, and tobacco dependence based on the presence or absence of a co-occurring medical illness.

Conclusion:
The present retrospective chart review identified that tobacco, alcohol, and opioids were the leading substances used among treatment-seeking elderly in this setting. Estimating the magnitude of substance use among the elderly is crucial to predict the imposed burden of the illness and ascertain the treatment and prevention strategies for controlling the magnitude of the problem.
Association of Personality Traits of Alcohol-dependent Patients with Their Psychiatric Comorbidities: A Cross-sectional Study from Central Rural India
Authors: Gedam Sachin Ratan , Patil P S , Najan Ashok , Jain Pankaj , Babar Vijay 
Published: September 2024

Introduction:
Alcohol dependence syndrome (ADS) is a significant health problem all over the world. Alcohol-dependent individuals have a high prevalence of psychiatric comorbidities and nonadaptive personality traits that may influence the pathogenesis, treatment outcome, clinical course, and relapse of ADS.

Aim:
The aim of this study was to assess the personality traits and psychiatric comorbidities of alcohol-dependent patients and to determine the association of personality traits with psychiatric comorbidities in ADS.

Methodology:
An observational study was conducted on 100 patients of ADS from Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital, Sawangi Wardha, Maharashtra. They were assessed through semi-structured sociodemographic pro forma, Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview PLUS, and 16 Personality Factor Inventory.

Results:
Most of the patients scored high on personality traits such as dominance (67%), warmth (56%), sensitivity (70%), social boldness (56%), openness to change (65%), vigilance (77%), and perfectionism (52%) while they scored low on factors privateness (50%) and liveliness (35%). The prevalence of psychiatric comorbidity was found to be 49%, with mood disorders (21%) being the most common diagnosis. Personality factors dominance (0.0001) and social boldness (0.042) were significantly associated with psychiatric comorbidities with P < 0.05.

Conclusion:
The personality traits and psychiatric comorbidity need to be addressed at the time of management to improve outcome.
The Role of Spiritual Well-Being and Religious Coping in Psychiatric Morbidities Associated with Breast Cancer Patients: A Cross-Sectional Analysis
Authors: Shelke Swati Balkrishna , Kedare Jahnavi S. , Sinha Deoraj 
Published: September 2024

Background:
Spirituality and religious resources support and enhance both overall and emotional well-being during adversity such as diagnosis of breast cancer. Breast cancer patients are at higher risk of developing severe anxiety, depression, and potential mood disorders.

Aim:
The aim is to assess, compare, and correlate spiritual well-being and religious coping in patients with breast cancer with and without psychiatric disorders (anxiety and depression).

Materials and Methodology:
Recently diagnosed 90 treatment-naïve breast cancer patients were selected in adherence to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Spiritual Assessment Scale, and Brief Religious Coping Scale were applied to the sample population. The study population was divided into two groups depending on scores of HADS, those having psychiatric disorders, and those who did not have. The data were analyzed using Mann‒Whitney test and Pearson’s correlation coefficient in the SPSS version 21.

Results:
More than half (61.1%) of the females suffered from psychiatric disorders after diagnosis of breast cancer. About 50% and 38.9% of the study population developed significant emotional distress, leading to the diagnosis of cases of anxiety and depression, respectively. Females suffering from psychiatric disorders have significantly lower spirituality, positive religious coping, and significantly higher negative religious coping than females without any psychiatric disorder. Total spirituality score (P = 0.034) is making a significant contribution toward predicting depression. Negative religious coping is making a significant contribution toward predicting both anxiety (P = 0.008) and depression (P = 0.045).

Conclusion:
The study suggests that spirituality and religion-based coping facilitates adaptive psychological adjustment to cancer and decreases the prevalence of anxiety and depression.
Clinical Study to Evaluate the Anti-Plaque Effect of Neem Dantakashtha
Authors: Kumar Pankaj , Devi Durgawati , Bhatnagar Sharad 
Published: September 2024

Introduction:
Dental plaque is the community of microorganisms found on a tooth surface as a biofilm, embedded in a matrix of polymers of host and bacterial origin. Progression and buildup of dental plaque can give rise to tooth decay – the localized destruction of the tissues of the tooth by acid produced from the bacterial degradation of fermentable sugar – and periodontal problems such as gingivitis and periodontitis.

Aim:
The aim of this clinical study is to evaluate the anti-plaque effect of Neem (Azadirachta indica) Dantakastha.

Materials and Methods:
The present study was an open randomized controlled interventional study wherin 30 apparently health people were participated. Registered volunteers were divided equally into two groups: Group A and Group B. Group A – the control group did not receive any intervention. This group was on its daily dental hygiene routine practice. Group B – the test group was subjected to do two-time toothbrushing with Nimba plant twig for a duration of 1 month.

Results:
In this study, the plaque index of Silness and Loe was measured before and after the completion of the trial period both in the control and interventional group. There are not any significant changes in Group A (P = 0.5879). There are highly significant changes in intervention Group B (P < 0.0001).

Conclusion:
Hence, it is concluded that Neem Dantakastha has a good effect as an anti-plaque agent as compared to the control group.
A Comparative Study to Assess the Vajikarana Effect of Vrishya Pupalika and Modak (Aphrodisiac Food Preparations) Against Placebo
Authors: Ram Sukh , Devi Durgawati , Kumar Pankaj 
Published: September 2024

Introduction:
Sexual health is essential for happy marital life and healthy conception. Vajikarana (aphrodisiac) can be used as preventive and curative method in the sexual health. Various food preparations mentioned under Vajikarana (aphrodisiac) therapy for healthy and diseased.

Materials and Methods:
The study has been designed as open randomized comparative trial with thirty healthy married males between 25 and 45 years of age which were randomly assigned into three groups, each with ten healthy volunteers. Group A or placebo Group was treated with Amalaki churna 500 mg orally in capsule form once a day with Anupana of Sharkara yukta Dugdha along with healthy sexual lifestyle. Group B was treated with Vrishya Modak 1 Pala or 48 g orally once a day with Anupana of Sharkara yukta Dugdha along with healthy sexual lifestyle, and Group C was treated with Vrishya Pupalika 1 Pala or 48 g orally once a day with Anupana of Sharkara yukta Dugdha along with healthy sexual lifestyle respectively for 3 months.

Results:
The results were statistically significant on various subjective parameters. In the erectile function, orgasmic function, sexual desire, intercourse satisfaction, and overall satisfaction the greatest improvement were shown in Group B, which improved by 74.28%, followed by Group C, which improved by 36.49%, and Group A, which improved by −1.99%.

Conclusion:
Based on the observations and outcomes, it is concluded that the result of Vrishya Modak was found better than placebo and Vrishya Pupalika.
Associations of passive muscle stiffness and muscle echo-intensity with muscle strength
Authors: Karapınar Merve , Atilla Ayyıldız Veysel 
Published: September 2024

Objective: Muscle tissue parameters including composition and stiffness of muscle can have an important effect on muscle strength. In this study, we aimed to investigate the relationships between muscle echo-intensity (EI), tendon stiffness and muscle strength in young men and women.
Methods: Ultrasound B-mode images of the Rectus Femoris (RF), Vastus Medialis (VM) and Patellar Tendon (PT) were acquired in fifty-two healthy subjects (mean age; 27.43±5.3 years). RF, VM and PT stiffness were characterized by shear-wave elastography measurements. Quantitative evaluations were performed, including measurement of muscle and tendon thickness and muscle EI. Isometric knee extension muscle strength was measured using hand-held dynamometer.
Results: RF stiffness had a good correlation with muscle strength (r=-0.46, p<0.05) and had a fair correlation with EIRF(r=-0.37,p<0.05), VM stiffness had a good correlation with muscle strength (r=0.42, p<0.05) and had a fair correlation with EIVM (r=-0.43,p<0.05) in women. RF stiffness had a good correlation with muscle strength (r=-0.54, p<0.05), had a good correlation with EIRF(r=-0.41,p<0.05) in men.VM stiffness had a good correlation with muscle strength(r=-0.50; p<0.05), and had a good correlation with EIVM(r=-0.60,p<0.05) in men. EIRF and EIVM had a good relation with muscle strength in men and women (For EIRF; r=-0.46; r=-0.54; for EIVM; r=-0.42; r=-0.50 p<0.05, respectively)
Conclusions: This study demonstrates that there is a relationship between isometric muscle strength and passive muscle stiffness, muscle EI. Additionally, muscle EI affects muscle stiffness in healthy men and women. Our results should be considered in elite athletes for whom the strengthening program is important.
The impact of decreased tibial torsion angle on ankle sprain in football
Authors: Bayrak Ahmet 
Published: September 2024

Objective: Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports-related injuries. Among them, lateral ankle sprains (LAS) predominantly occur as inversion-type injuries. As a result of LAS, athletes are required to stay away from training/competitions for a certain period, which leads to a decline in their athletic performance. While the injury mechanisms for inversion-type injuries have been elucidated, it is imperative to investigate anatomical risk factors associated with these injuries.
Material and Methods: This study aimed to examine the influence of tibial torsion angle (TTA) in lateral ankle sprains. In the study, the TTA of 67 male football players was recorded during pre-season evaluations. Among these players, 23 experienced LAS, while 44 did not.
Results: A statistically significant difference in TTA was observed between players who suffered LAS during the season and those who did not (p<0.05). The findings indicate that individuals with lower TTA are more likely to experience LAS. In addition, a cutoff value analysis revealed that football players with right TTA<11° and left TTA<10° are at an increased risk of injury.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the tibial torsion angle should be included as a risk factor in pre-season assessments for lateral ankle sprains, and athletes with low TTA should be integrated into injury prevention programs targeting LAS.
SABTU CERIA: MERESPONS KEBUTUHAN PENDIDIKAN ROHANI INTERAKTIF BAGI ANAK-ANAK DI LINGKUNGAN GKSI EFRATA
Authors: Laoli Antonius 
Published: September 2024

Gereja Kristen Setia Indonesia (GKSI) Jemaat Efrata, berlokasi di daerah Jakarta Timur, Jln. Kalimantan No. 18. Di sinilah tempat kegiatan pelaksanaan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini diselenggarakan. Berdasarkan pengamatan hasil dan survei yang dilakukan, kegiatan rohani untuk anak-anak khususnya di lingkungan GKSI Efrata masih belum ada yang terlaksana karena anak-anak lebih memilih bermain game dan kurangnya kepedulian orang tua atau guru untuk mengambil bagian dalam kehidupan rohani anak secara interaktif. Sebagai bentuk tanggung jawab dan kepedulian, pelaksana Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini hadir sebagai jawaban atas kebutuhan tersebut. Tujuannya adalah supaya anak-anak di lingkungan GKSI Efrata hidup di dalam kehidupan rohani yang lebih baik, mengerti kebenaran firman Tuhan berdasarkan pengaplikasian melalui media, dan anak-anak menjadi generasi yang takut akan Tuhan serta berakhlak mulia. Pelaksanaan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini menggunakan metode observasi, survei, diskusi, dan didukung oleh studi kepustakaan. Adapun hasil yang diperoleh dari upaya ini adalah, anak-anak dilingkungan GKSI Jemaat Efrata sudah memiliki pemahaman dan pengetahuan tentang bagaimana menjadi pribadi yang bertanggung jawab serta hidup takut akan Tuhan.
Utilizing microfluidic chips for rapid, on-site detection of antimicrobial resistance in infectious pathogens
Authors: Francisca Chibugo Udegbe  , Ejike Innocent Nwankwo  , Geneva Tamunobarafiri Igwama  , Janet Aderonke Olaboye  
Published: September 2024

The rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in infectious pathogens presents a significant global health challenge, necessitating rapid and accurate diagnostic tools for timely intervention. This paper discusses the potential of microfluidic chips as innovative solutions for the on-site detection of AMR. Microfluidic technology, characterized by its ability to manipulate small volumes of fluids within miniaturized devices, offers several advantages in the context of AMR diagnostics, including speed, portability, and the ability to perform multiple assays simultaneously. The integration of microfluidic chips with molecular diagnostics, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs), enables the rapid identification of resistance genes and mutations directly from clinical samples, often within a matter of hours. This capability is critical in both clinical settings and remote or resource-limited areas, where traditional laboratory-based diagnostics may be inaccessible or too slow to influence treatment decisions effectively. Moreover, microfluidic chips can be designed to detect a wide range of pathogens and resistance mechanisms, offering a versatile platform for comprehensive AMR surveillance. The portability and ease of use of these devices also empower healthcare workers and public health officials to conduct on-site testing, thereby accelerating the decision-making process and improving patient outcomes. Despite these advantages, challenges remain, including the need for standardization, regulatory approval, and ensuring the accuracy and sensitivity of the devices in diverse settings. Ongoing research and development are focused on overcoming these hurdles, with promising advancements in microfluidic chip design, integration with digital health platforms, and the development of cost-effective manufacturing processes. In conclusion, microfluidic chips represent a promising tool for the rapid, on-site detection of antimicrobial resistance in infectious pathogens. Their ability to provide quick and accurate results holds the potential to revolutionize AMR diagnostics, ultimately contributing to more effective treatment strategies and better management of infectious diseases globally.
Keywords: Microfluidic Chips, On-Site Detection, Antimicrobial Resistance, Infectious Pathogens, Rapid.
Koesistensi Manusia dan Kera Ekor Panjang: Studi Multispecies di Kampung Pitu, Nglanggeran
Authors: Wulandari Desy 
Published: September 2024

Conflicts between humans and wildlife especially in agricultural areas have yet to be resolved. Wildlife is often regarded as pests, which leads to assessments of damage being made solely from the human perspective. This research conducted from January to February 2024 in Kampung Pitu, Nglanggeran Village, Gunungkidul District, directly observes interactions between humans and long-tailed macaques (Macaca Fascicularis). Utilizing a multispecies ethnographic approach, the study examines the everyday interactions between humans and long-tailed macaques. The findings indicate interactive adaptations between farmers and macaques. The research concludes that resolving conflicts between humans and wildlife requires a more holistic perspective, viewing long-tailed macaques not just as controllable entities. Adopting this perspective is expected to lead to fair multispecies policies
Analisis Penentuan Komoditas Unggulan Sektor Pertanian dalam Pengembangan Wilayah: Studi Kasus di Kecamatan Bayah Kabupaten Lebak
Authors: Istiqomah Selfi Nor Amalia , Mujio Mujio , Hidayat Janthy T 
Published: September 2024

Regional development is a partial or comprehensive movement to improve the function of land and the structuring of social, economic, cultural, educational, and welfare of the community to advance the region. The importance of commodities in regional development is closely related to key factors such as economic growth, increase in farmers' income, food security, infrastructure development, economic diversification, natural resource management, increasing competitiveness, and strengthening institutions and policies, all of which contribute to community welfare and environmental sustainability. The goals of superior commodities are to increase local economic growth, increase farmers' incomes, achieve food security, encourage infrastructure development, diversify the economy, manage natural resources sustainably, increase competitiveness in the market, and strengthen institutions and policies that support the agricultural sector. Therefore, it is necessary to research the development of superior commodities in Bayah District with the research title "Determination of Superior Commodities in the Agricultural Sector in Regional Development in Bayah District, Lebak Regency." This research will focus on superior commodities that can encourage economic growth in Bayah District, with the identification of food crop base commodities, analysis of food crop superior commodities, and the formulation of food crop superior commodity development strategies in Bayah District. The research uses Location Quotient (LQ) analysis to find base commodities that can be the main focus in regional development with a superior commodity-based approach. The results of LQ analysis show that the leading commodities in Bayah District are rice and soybeans. However, multicriteria analysis shows that rice has a significant contribution to added value and economic benefits in Bayah District. Based on the results of problem solving, it is concluded that to increase a significant contribution to agricultural development in Bayah District, it is necessary to focus on rice superior commodities to expand the use of agricultural land.
Agrometeorological indices, physiological growth parameters and performance of finger millet as influenced by different cultivars under hot and sub humid region of Odisha
Authors: Mukesh Guntamukla , Sairam Masina , Maitra Sagar , Gaikwad Dinkar J , Sagar Lalichetti , Ray Sumit 
Published: September 2024

Present-day agriculture is under tremendous pressure due to various factors such as climate change, degradation of soil and water quality, and yield plateauing of major food crops. Under these scenarios, there is an urgent need to choose a climate-resilient and ecologically hardy crop which can perform under adverse conditions with low input requirements. In this regard, millets can be suitable crops for agricultural sustainability. Among various millets, finger millet (Eleusine coracana L. Gaertn) is cultivated mainly in India and Africa. However, most farmers grow finger millet with local cultivars, and improved ones can be replaced to enhance productivity. The present investigation conducted at the Post Graduate Research Farm of Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, focused on evaluating suitable cultivars of finger millet. The study revealed that cultivars significantly influenced finger millet growth, productivity, and economics. The physiological growth parameters, namely, crop growth rate, relative growth rate, net assimilation rate and leaf area duration were significantly influenced by finger millet cultivars. The growing degree days (GDD), helio-thermal units (HTU) and photothermal units (PTU) of the finger millet showed a great variation among the cultivars. The Maximum total GDD (2169 °C day), HTU (18141 °C day hours) and PTU (24297 °C day hours) were recorded in the cultivar Hima(w) VR 936. The cultivars Indravathi VR 1101, Sri Chaitanya VR 847 (1.73) and Hima (W) VR 936 (1.60) were superior to other cultivars in expression of the grain yield and economics of finger millet. The study concluded that the cultivation of Indravathi and Sri Chaitanya could be considered as short-duration cultivars; however, Hima can be chosen as long duration crop for successful finger millet cultivation with higher net returns and benefit-cost ratio under hot and sub-humid regions of Odisha.