bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Prevalence of Hypertension and Associated Factors among Schoolteachers in Calabar, Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Nwevo CO , Nkang J , Nwilegbara S , Okonkwo U , Otu A , Ameh S 
Published: July 2024

Background:
Africa has the highest prevalence of hypertension at 46%. Schoolteachers are vulnerable to hypertension due to work-related and general risk factors. Identifying these factors is key to providing interventions.

Aim:
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of hypertension and associated factors among schoolteachers in Calabar, Nigeria.

Methods:
This was a cross-sectional study of 427 randomly selected schoolteachers who were recruited through a multistage sampling technique. Questionnaires were self-administered, and blood pressure measurements were done. Data analysis was done using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20. A binary logistic regression analysis was used to determine factors associated with hypertension at a 5% significance level.

Results:
The mean age of the participants was 38 ± 9 years, and 65% of them were females. The prevalence of hypertension was 32%. The adjusted model showed that age and body mass index (BMI) were significantly associated with hypertension. The teachers in the 30–39 (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 2.63, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.93–7.43, P = 0.07), 40–49 (aOR = 6.27, 95% CI: 2.08–18.91, P < 0.01), and ≥50 (aOR = 7.95, 95% CI: 2.24–28.20, P < 0.01) year age categories had increased odds of being hypertensive than those in the 20–29-year-old age group. Those who were overweight (aOR = 2.63, 95% CI: 1.52–4.57, P < 0.01) or obese (aOR = 2.15, 95% CI: 1.21–3.85, P = 0.01) had two-fold increased odds of having hypertension compared with those who had normal weight.

Conclusions:
Increasing age and BMI are risk factors for hypertension in this study. Health interventions should focus on weight control, especially among older teachers.
The Prevalence of Bruxism and Associated Factors Among Patients with Schizophrenia in Istanbul, Türkiye: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Namlı MN , Bahadır H , Oflezer O 
Published: July 2024

Background:
Schizophrenia is a severe and chronic neuropsychiatric disorder that involves profound impairment of psychopathology in cognition, emotion, perception, and other aspects of behavior. Factors, such as the nature of the disease, length of hospital stay, duration of illness, and side effects of psychotropic drugs, may contribute to poor oral health and the risk of developing bruxism in patients with schizophrenia.

Aim:
To evaluate the prevalence of bruxism and associated factors in patients with schizophrenia.

Methods:
This cross-sectional study was conducted in a single center with 211 patients with schizophrenia. Study participants were graded according to “probable” bruxism based on positive clinical inspection, with or without a positive self-report. The type of antipsychotic treatment used in participants was evaluated in three categories: typical antipsychotic monotherapy, atypical antipsychotic monotherapy, and a combination of both. Binary logistic regression models were used to evaluate associations between probable bruxism and different factors.

Results:
The mean age of the study participants was 51.02 ± 9.29 years, and 112 (52.5%) were males. Probable bruxism was identified in 87 (41.2%) of the study participants. Younger age (AOR = 0.88, 95% CI = 0.838–0.928, P < 0.001), higher duration of illness (AOR = 1.50, 95% CI = 1.278–7.545, P < 0.001), and combination antipsychotic therapy (AOR = 3.042, 95% CI = 1.278–7.545, P = 0.015) were significant factors associated with probable bruxism among patients with schizophrenia on treatment.

Conclusion:
The relatively high prevalence of probable bruxism in patients with schizophrenia and its relation to antipsychotics was observed. There is a need for more research on the causes and treatment of bruxism in schizophrenia.
In Vitro Evaluation of Color and Surface Roughness Changes of Polyetheretherketone, Monolithic Zirconia, and Resin Nanoceramics Exposed to Staining Liquids
Authors: Demir Sevinç EH , Inal CB , Aydin C 
Published: July 2024

Background:
This study aims to investigate color stability and surface roughness of polyetheretherketone (PEEK), zirconia, and hybrid ceramics while stored in different liquids.

Methods:
A total of 240 specimens were prepared from monolithic zirconia, PEEK, and hybrid ceramics. All specimens were polished using rubber sets with different grain sizes. Color parameters (L*, a*, b*) were measured three times using a dental spectrophotometer in standard D65 lightning. Each group was divided into eight different groups to be kept in eight different solutions as distilled water, cola, red wine, tea, coffee, heptane, citric acid, and 50% ethanol. Specimens were held in solutions at 37°C for 12 days. Color measurements were repeated, and color change (ΔE) was calculated using the CIE Lab formula.

Results:
The color difference of PEEK specimens was found above the clinically acceptable limit; however, color differences for monolithic zirconia produced by coffee were found within the clinically acceptable limits. ZR and HC specimens’ color change values were found between threshold values (1<ΔE < 3.3). The differences observed in surface roughness levels amongst the ZR specimens could be caused by the polishing instrument and procedure.

Conclusion:
The color change of the materials was within acceptable limits, whereas the surface roughness increased more than 0.2 µm. Especially cola, heptane, and red wine significantly increased the mean surface roughness.
The Importance of the Time Interval Between Preoperative 18F-FDG PET/CT Imaging and Neck Dissection for the Detection of Nodal Metastases in Patients with Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Authors: Koroglu E , Sirin S , Isgoren S 
Published: July 2024

Background:
Detection of nodal metastasis is critical for the treatment and prognosis of head and neck cancer (HNC). Positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) is increasingly being used to detect cervical lymph node involvement.

Aim:
The purposes of this study were to (1) investigate the diagnostic accuracy of PET/CT for the detection of neck metastasis in patients with HNC and (2) determine the effect of the time interval between surgery and PET/CT.

Methods:
Fifty patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma who underwent PET/CT before surgery were included in this study. Preoperative PET/CT images that determined lymph node metastasis were compared with the histopathological analysis of neck dissection samples. Neck dissections were divided into three groups according to the time interval between surgery and PET/CT (0–2 weeks, >2–4 weeks, and >4 weeks). The concordance between PET/CT and histopathology was measured using the neck sides at different time intervals. The specificity, sensitivity, accuracy, negative predictive value (NPV), and positive predictive value (PPV) of PET/CT in detecting metastatic lymph nodes in the neck were calculated.

Results:
A total of 79 neck dissections were included in the study as 29 (58%) of the patients underwent bilateral neck dissection. The overall accuracy of PET/CT in detecting nodal metastasis was highest for the 0–2 weeks interval (95.6%). During this time interval, the sensitivity, specificity, NPV, and PPV of PET/CT were 100%, 90.9%, 100%, and 92.3%, respectively.

Conclusions:
Although PET/CT is an important and reliable diagnostic method for detecting nodal metastases in patients with HNC, its reliability decreases as the time between surgeries increases. The optimal interval was 2 weeks; however, up to 4 weeks was acceptable.
Risk Factors of Cardiac Complications in Pregnant Women with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Authors: Huang TT , Feng SH , Lin JH 
Published: July 2024

Background:
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a common inherited genetic cardiac disease during pregnancy. Studies of risk factors are of great significance for maternal and fetal outcomes.

Aim:
The aim of the study was to identify predictive risk factors for cardiac complications in pregnant women with HCM.

Methods:
One hundred patients with HCM who delivered at the Shanghai obstetrical cardiology intensive care center between January 2000 and December 2022 were retrospectively reviewed. A logistic regression model was used to identify independent risk factors for cardiac complications.

Results:
Twenty-one cases were obstructive HCM (21%), 16 with cardiac function grade I and 5 with grade II; 79 cases were non-obstructive HCM (79%), 67 with cardiac function grade I, 11 with grade II, and 1 with grade III. Ninety-one cases had abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG) (91%), mainly with ST-T changes (77%). The average interventricular septum was 19.39 ± 6.13 mm by echocardiography (21.75 ± 5.86 mm for obstructive HCM and 18.73 ± 6.08 mm for non-obstructive HCM). The main cardiac complications were maternal death (n = 2, 2%), heart failure (n = 7, 7%), and sustained ventricular tachyarrhythmia (n = 1, 1%). Cardiac complications occur commonly during the third trimester and postpartum period. Three independent risk factors to predict cardiac complications in pregnant women with HCM were obstructive HCM (P = 0.036), New York Heart Association (NYHA) class ≥II (P = 0.022), and previous history of syncope (P = 0.037).

Conclusions:
HCM increases the risk of maternal death, heart failure, and malignant arrhythmia. More attention should be given to risk assessment and pregnancy management. Early detection of risk factors can reduce the incidence of maternal mortality and cardiac complications.
Evaluation of YouTube Videos on Defibrillation Applications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors: Aksoy İ 
Published: July 2024

Bacground:
In the realm of healthcare, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a rising trend of sharing videos on YouTube. The increased popularity of these videos among Internet users can be attributed to the captivating nature of visual and auditory data compared to written information.

Aim:
This study aims to assess the content, accuracy, reliability, and quality of YouTube videos focusing on defibrillation applications—a critical component of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Methods:
On October 17, 2022, a video search was conducted using the keyword “defibrillation” on the YouTube platform, sorted in order of interest. Various parameters, including views, view rate, duration, comments, total likes and dislikes, target population, JAMA, DISCERN, and GQS scores, were recorded. In addition, content information was evaluated by Emergency Medicine specialists.

Results:
The average video duration was 263.95 seconds, with an average of 90,574.6 views, 587.4 likes, and 19.1 comments. The mean DISCERN score was 35.9 (poor), modified DISCERN score was 1.7, GQS score was 2.7, and JAMA score was 2. The mean score regarding the scope and detail of information in the videos was calculated as 6.1.

Conclusions:
Deficiencies in the accuracy and reliability of Internet information were observed, mirroring the findings in our study. Supervision in this regard was often found to be inadequate. We advocate for the evaluation of video appropriateness before sharing on the Internet. We believe that platforms ensuring easy access to accurate information about crucial interventions such as CPR will significantly contribute to improving health literacy.
Serum Prolactin as a Marker of the Severity of Liver Cirrhosis in a Tertiary Hospital in India: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Waseem A , Jamal A , Qadir A , Amitabh V 
Published: July 2024

Background:
In India, cirrhosis is becoming a growing concern, leading to an unmet need for new non-invasive markers to assess the severity of liver disease. Serum prolactin is one such marker.

Aim:
To determine the association between serum prolactin, the severity of liver cirrhosis, and its complications such as ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, and esophageal varices.

Methods:
This cross-sectional study involved 117 patients with liver cirrhosis. They were evaluated for some complications such as ascites, esophageal varices, and hepatic encephalopathy, as well as for severity by using the Child-Turcotte-Pugh (CTP) score. Serum prolactin levels were measured, and their relationship with both the severity and complications of liver cirrhosis was determined. A P value of < 0.05 was considered significant.

Results:
The mean age of the patients was 48.3 ± 12.08 years, and the majority (80.3%) were males. Seventy-one percent of the patients had elevated serum prolactin levels (>19.40 ng/mL). Elevated serum prolactin was found in approximately 95.0% and 86.8% of patients with hepatic encephalopathy and ascites, respectively. The median serum prolactin levels were significantly associated with esophageal varices grades (P = 0.043) and hepatic encephalopathy (P < 0.001). The sensitivity and specificity of serum prolactin for predicting severe CTP scores were 81.6% and 91.2%, respectively, with a diagnostic accuracy of 87.2%. On multivariate regression analysis, ascites (AOR = 3.8, 95%CI = 1.29–10.98, P = 0.015), hepatic encephalopathy (AOR = 6.1, 95%CI = 0.68–53.78, P = 0.012), CTP class B (AOR = 5.9, 95%CI = 1.39–24.68, P = 0.016), and CTP class C (AOR = 13.4, 95%CI = 2.25–82.21, P = 0.004) were significantly associated with elevated serum prolactin levels.

Conclusion:
There was a significant association between serum prolactin levels and CTP classes, esophageal varices, ascites, and hepatic encephalopathy in patients with liver cirrhosis.
CHALLENGES OF USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY LEVEL
Authors: Munawar Dr Sumaira , Ghouri Jahanzeb , Jahanzeb Fouzia 
Published: July 2024

The capacity of robots to mimic human thinking processes, especially in huge data systems for certain kinds of tasks, is known as artificial intelligence. The purpose of the study was to identify the barriers to artificial intelligence adoption at the university level. Research was quantitative in nature and a survey method was used to collect data. The population of this research is limited to all students enrolled in two public and two private universities located in the Lahore district. The 487 students were selected using a convenient sampling technique from two public and two private Universities in Lahore. Data was gathered by using a self-developed instrument. The data were analyzed through SPSS (Statistical Packages for Social Sciences). inferential statistics were used to calculate the data. Regarding the challenges posed by AI in higher education, male and female students' opinions did not significantly vary from one another. Universities should employ artificial intelligence, with explicit ethical principles for AI development that cover bias mitigation, student data protection, and responsible development.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Higher Education, Machine Learning
Nilai Luhur Religi Marapu dalam Perkawinan Pakodona di Desa Tenateke Kecamatan Wewewa Selatan Kabupaten Sumba Barat Daya NTT
Authors: Pakereng Yuliana 
Published: July 2024

Nilai luhur religi Marapu adalah kepercayaan Marapu dan sistem keyakinan yang berdasarkan kepada pemujaan terhadap arwah –arwah leluhur. Premis dasar dari setiap pemujaan adalah kepercayaan akan adanya jiwa, sesuatu yang bersifat supernatural, dan kekuatan supranatural. Masalah yang akan dijelaskan pada penelitian ini adalah : Bagaimna jenis – jenis nilai religi Marapu dalam perkawinan Pakodona di masyarakat Desa TenaTeke Kecamatan Wewewa Selatan Kabupaten Sumba Barat Daya NTT. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk : mendeskripsikan Jenis – jenis nilai luhur religi Marapu dalam perkawinan Pakodona di Desa Tenateke Kecamatan Wewewa Selatan Kabupaten Sumba Barat Daya NTT. Hasil penelitian bahwa nilai luhur religi Marapu dalam perkawinan Pakodona merupakan Nilai luhur yang pada dasarnya adalah nilai-nilai yang mampu membentuk pribadi, moral, dan etika, sehingga dalam perbuatannya mencerminkan sifat budi luhur. Yang terdapat dalam jenis – jenis nilai luhur dalam perkawinan pakodona antara lain, Tahap awal yaitu, Tuntutan Tuhan (Marapu ) Marapu merupakan kepercayaan yang sangat mempengaruhi seluruh aspek kehidupan para leluhur, salah satunya aspek perkawinan. Memiliki Turunan untuk Tuhan (Marapu). Untuk melanjutkan pemujaan kepada Marapu maka maksud perkawinan merupakan salah satu cita – cita yang diharapkan dapat memberi atau mengadakan keturunanMemelihara hubungan keluarga Laki – laki dan perempuan dalam Tuhan (Marapu.) Sumba pada umumnya akan menikahi anak perempuan dari saudara laki - laki ibunya atau sebaliknya seorang anak perempuan akan menikah dengan anak laki – laki dari saudari ayahnya. Kedudukan Isteri dalam Pemahaman Tuha/ Marapu. Marapu membentuk budaya Sumba lewat berbagai kebiasaan yang menggambarkan tata nilai atas budaya tersebut. Dalam pemahaman Marapu sebelum seorang perempuan menikah, mulai dari dalam kandungan, lahir, menikah dan sampai mati ia telah mendapatkan pengakuan dalam adat Marapu sebagaimana yang diterima oleh laki - laki
Penguatan Strategi Marketing Industri Kreatif Masyarakat (Home Industry Olahan Ikan Bandeng) di UMKM Kamaseang Desa Bonto Manai Kecamatan Labbakkang Kabupaten Pangkep
Authors: Hidayati Wiwiek , Amalia Nabila Hidayatul , Irnawati Irnawati , Fadilla Fadilla , Ramadhan Farhan , Hari Yasbih 
Published: July 2024

Mayoritas penduduk desa Bonto Manai didominasi oleh nelayan sebagai mata pencaharian utama. dan seperti yang diketahui menjadi seorang nelayan merupakan pekerjaan yang pendapatannya tidak menentu dan menjadikan pendapatan masyarakat di desa ini tergolong cukup rendah. Disis lain inovasi dan kesadaran masyarakat setempat dalam memanfaatkan potensi sumber daya yang ada masih terbilang cukup rendah dan kurangnya pengetahuan masyarakat terkait kemitraan. Oleh karena itu himpunan mahasiswa agribisnis pada kegiatan P2MD membuat program terkait pemanfaatan sumber daya khususnya hasil tambak masyarakat Desa Bontoo Manai melalui UMKM yang bergerak di bidang perikanan dalam aspek pengolahan ikan bandeng menjadi olahan makanan yaitu abon ikan bandeng. yang dilaksanakan oleh Himpunan Mahasiswa Agribisnis ini memiliki program berupa sosialisasi edukasi terkait penguatan strategi marketing industri kreatif masyarakat desa melalui branding desain yang akan mereka gunakan dalam menarik minat konsumen dan pelanggan tetap diluar Kabupaten Pangkep serta membahas mengenai peningkatan nilai jual produk perikanan dengan menghadirkan narasumber profesional dibidangnya, sehingga masyarakat paham tentang urgensi perekonomian yang baik secara optimal dengan membuat produk olahan yang mempunyai nilai tambah. diharapkan dapat memberikan edukasi terkait strategi marketing produk olahan ikan bandeng. Produk olahan ini nantinya akan meningkatkan nilai jual dari potensi ikan bandeng yang ada di desa tersebut. Pelaksanaan P2MD ini pun diharapkan mampu menjadi pelopor dalam meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat, terutama para mahasiswa untuk lebih peduli terhadap kondisi perekonomian di Desa Bontomanai, Kec. Labbakkang, Kab. Pangkep serta mampu menjadi masyarakat yang inovatif dan kreatif dalam memanfaatkan potensi sumber daya yang tersedia.
Estrategias metodológicas para desarrollar habilidades en el cálculo con magnitudes en el tercer año de la EGB
Authors: Sarango Molina Olga María , Nazareno Nazareno Yesenia , Ortiz Aguilar Wilber 
Published: July 2024

A nivel mundial, la implementación de estrategias metodológicas para el desarrollo de habilidades en el cálculo con magnitudes en el tercer año de educación general básica se revela como una necesidad crucial para potenciar la educación matemática global. En este sentido, se lleva a cabo la presente investigación, con el objetivo de desarrollar estrategias metodológicas efectivas que potencien el aprendizaje y dominio de habilidades en el cálculo con magnitudes en estudiantes del tercer año de la escuela de educación básica Mariano Barona. El proceso de investigación desarrollado fue de tipo múltiple, permitiendo analizar eficientemente aspectos cualitativos y cuantitativos, como productos de la propia naturaleza del estudio en cuestión. Se utilizaron diferentes métodos, tales como el histórico–lógico, análisis–síntesis, hipotético–deductivo, modelación, revisión documental, observación, prueba de contenidos, entrevista semiestructurada, rúbrica y criterio de expertos. Fue desarrollada en tres etapas, partiendo por el diagnóstico de la situación actual, la propuesta de estrategias y la evaluación de la efectividad, así como el criterio de experto. La implementación de las estrategias metodológicas evidenció efectividad en los principales aspectos analizados en la investigación.
Importancia de los círculos familiares en el aprendizaje de niños y niñas en contextos rurales
Authors: Sánchez Soto Maya Aracely , Guerrero Haro Edgar Stalyn , Huacon Llaguno Maoly Scarlett 
Published: July 2024

En contextos rurales, la pandemia del Covid-19 ha planteado desafíos educativos significativos debido a la falta de acceso a internet y recursos educativos. En respuesta, los círculos familiares de apoyo educativo han surgido como una solución efectiva. Los círculos pueden ser formados por miembros de la familia o la comunidad con habilidades y conocimientos relevantes para contribuir al aprendizaje. El estudio también presenta los fundamentos teóricos y los resultados de una investigación desarrollada con el objetivo de investigar las causas de la problemática educativa anteriormente enunciada. Como metodología se empleó la técnica del cuestionario y de la entrevista. Por último, se realiza un acercamiento a las causas que están limitando la participación de la familia en el proceso escolar como aspecto esencial para solucionar la problemática investigada.
En sector de sol brisa en la ciudad de Babahoyo contexto rural en la pandemia COVID 2019 se evidenció que por limitada conectividad, falta de recursos tecnológicos, y el poco apoyo de los padres de familia y otros factores conlleva a que los estudiantes de la zona rural tengan problemas en su aprendizaje. El propósito de la investigación es brindar la ayuda necesaria a la comunidad para el desarrollo de círculos familiares en el aprendizaje y crear un entorno de aprendizaje enriquecedor, donde la familia se convierte en un apoyo fundamental para el desarrollo integral del niño.
Los círculos familiares también fomentan la transmisión de valores, tradiciones y experiencias entre generaciones, enriqueciendo el aprendizaje y el sentido de pertenencia. Los círculos familiares de apoyo educativo son una respuesta efectiva a los desafíos educativos en contextos rurales pospandemia. Estos círculos promueven la colaboración, el intercambio de conocimientos y la participación activa de las familias, lo que contribuye a superar las barreras educativas y fortalecer el proceso educativo.