bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Fusion of Lagrangian drifter data and numerical model outputs for improved assessment of turbulent dispersion
Authors: Bertin Sloane , Sentchev Alexei , Alekseenko Elena 
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Transport and dispersion processes in the ocean are crucial, as they determine the lifetime and fate of biological and chemical quantities drifting with ocean currents. Due to the complexity of the coastal ocean environment, numerical circulation models have difficulties to accurately simulate highly turbulent flows and dispersion processes, especially in highly energetic tidal basins such as the eastern English Channel. A method of improving the results of coastal circulation modeling and tracer dispersion in the Dover Strait is proposed. Surface current velocities derived from Lagrangian drifter measurements in November 2020 and May 2021 were optimally interpolated in time and space to constrain a high-resolution coastal circulation MARS model, with careful attention given to selecting ensemble members composing the model covariance matrix. The space–time velocity covariances derived from model simulations were utilized by the optimal interpolation algorithm to determine the most likely evolution of the velocity field under constraints provided by Lagrangian observations and their error statistics. The accuracy of the velocity field reconstruction was evaluated at each time step. The results of the fusion of model outputs with surface drifter velocity measurements show a significant improvement (by ∼ 50 %) of the model capability to simulate the drift of passive tracers in the Dover Strait. Optimized velocity fields were used to quantify the absolute dispersion in the study area. The implications of these results are important, as they can be used to improve existing decision-making support tool or design new tools for monitoring the transport and dispersion in a coastal ocean environment.
SEARCH FOR INFORMATIVE FEATURES BASED ON THE PRINCIPAL COMPONENT METHOD IN MALICIOUS TRAFFIC IDENTIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT TASKS
Authors: Rzaev Babyr , Beldeubaeva Zhanar , Uvalieva Indira , Shaikhanova Aigul , Ismailova Aisulu 
Published: August 2024

The proposed study will be aimed at improving the accuracy of detecting malicious traffic in telecommunications networks of companies. One of the important tasks of the study was to develop a model of the required network traffic feature space by highlighting the most informative features of network packets. Due to the fact that the analysis of all the features present in network traffic requires large computing resources and the redundancy of the analyzed data can lead to retraining of the developed model, there is an urgent need to reduce the size of the feature space by highlighting the most informative and excluding less informative features. This article proposes the application of the principal component method to achieve the goal of identifying the most informative features from network traffic. The proposed approach increases the reliability of the results of identification of malicious traffic of companies, without loss of quality.
ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЕ ТЕРМОУПРУГИХ ХАРАКТЕРИСТИК СТЕРЖНЯ ПРИ НАЛИЧИИ БОКОВОГО ТЕПЛОВОГО ПОТОКА И НАЛИЧИЯ ТЕПЛООБМЕНА ПО ТОРЦАМ
Authors: Ускембаева Багдат , Курманова Шолпан 
Published: August 2024

Рассмотрен стержень постоянного сечения и конечной длиной, по торцам которого происходит теплообмен с окружающей средой, а сбоку которого подается тепловой поток. Получено аналитическое решение задачи определения термомеханических характеристик стержня: закон распределения температуры и перемещения, удлинение, осевое термическое усилие, термо-упругие, температурные, упругие напряжения и деформации стержня. Получено графическое представление этих характеристик.
ANALISIS PENGETAHUAN, PERILAKU, DAN KETEPATAN PENGGUNAAN OBAT ANALGESIK DALAM SWAMEDIKASI DI SALAH SATU APOTEK DI KOTA BANDUNG
Authors: Anggriani Ani , Fitriani Dinda Amelia , Lisni Ida 
Published: August 2024

Swamedikasi merupakan upaya masyarakat untuk mengobati dan memelihara kesehatan diri sendiri tanpa berkonsultasi dengan tenaga medis. Salah satu obat yang paling banyak digunakan dalam swamedikasi yaitu analgesik untuk mengatasi nyeri. Tingkat pengetahuan mengenai obat analgesik diperlukan dalam kegiatan swamedikasi untuk menghindari penggunaan obat yang tidak tepat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan dan perilaku pasien serta ketepatan penggunaan obat pada swamedikasi analgesik di salah satu apotek di Kota Bandung. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian korelasional analitik dengan metode cross sectional. Sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 100 responden. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa memiliki tingkat pengetahuan kurang sebanyak 30% responden, pengetahuan cukup 46%, dan pengetahuan baik 24%, untuk perilaku responden terdapat 86% baik dan 14% tergolong cukup. Analisis statistik korelasi menggunakan rank spearman didapat nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,000 dan koefisien korelasi 0,703 yang menunjukkan adanya hubungan yang signifikan dengan arah yang positif antara tingkat pengetahuan dengan perilaku swamedikasi obat analgesik. Sebanyak 100% responden sudah tepat dalam pemilihan obat analgesik dan 96% responden sudah tepat dosis.
A NOVEL BIM-ENABLED SOFTWARE-BASED SOLUTION FOR MITIGATING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT
Authors: Abosaq Nasser , Batool Syeda Manzila 
Published: August 2024

This paper presents a novel Software-based solution to mitigate the most prevalent construction risks with systematic implementation of Building Information Modeling Software at the lifecycle stages of the project and provides practical recommendations for industry practitioners. The construction industry has a complex and uncertain process presenting different opportunities and challenges at various project phases. Incorporating traditional risk management methods with BIM helps identify and manage risks effectively. This research paper presents a systematic approach to implementing BIM throughout the lifecycle of an eight-story building project, from feasibility to construction, to manage major risks in each phase. The paper addresses a gap in the literature by identifying and mitigating prominent risks in the construction industry of Pakistan through BIM modeling, based on a review of 180 common risks and detailed interviews. The research methodology involved surveys and data analysis to identify and prioritize the most significant risks and suitable BIM mitigation measures. The study suggests that BIM’s collaboration software resolves communication issues while Clash Detection mitigates Design-related risks before the start of construction. Simulation of Planned vs. Actual Progress and accurate Quantity Estimates achieved by BIM’s estimation software contribute to the successful completion of the project. BIM and its tools have the potential to revolutionize the construction process if used as a structured risk management tool throughout the project lifecycle. The paper advises designing out most project risks in the Planning and Design phase while reserving monitoring and control for later stages as early identification and management of risks is critical for success.
Effect of SGLT2 inhibitors on kidney function of type 2 diabetes patients during Ramadan: A systematic review
Authors: Waheed Muhammad Aamir , Diffala Suwileh Salah Ali Saleh , Rashid Khalid , Ansar Farrukh , Elzouki Abdelnaser 
Published: August 2024

Background: SGLT2 inhibitors are known for their osmotic diuretic effect, and their use by Muslim patients with type 2 diabetes during the fasting month of Ramadan may pose an increased risk of volume depletion, potentially impacting renal function.
Methods: We conducted a systematic review registered on PROSPERO (registration number CRD42020204582) of studies published between 2013 and January 2023, sourced from PubMed, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. The study selection criteria included controlled studies that reported the use of SGLT2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) by fasting adult type 2 diabetes patients and provided data on creatinine or estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) as outcomes.
Results: Two prospective observational studies, encompassing a total of 359 participants, of which 197 utilized SGLT2 inhibitors, were identified. Our findings indicated that the use of SGLT2 inhibitors during Ramadan did not result in a significant alteration in eGFR. In one study by Hassanein et al., the mean changes in eGFR for the SGLT2i group, as compared to the non-SGLT2i group, were -1.2 ± 19.4 and 3.1 ± 14.8, respectively (p = 0.06). In a study by Shao et al., the least squares mean changes for eGFR in the SGLT2i group, compared to the non-SGLT2i group, were -6.0 ± 1.5 (95% CI, -8.9 to -3.1) and -4.2 ± 1.6 (95% CI, -7.3 to -1.1), respectively (p = 0.39).
Conclusion: Despite the limited number of observational studies available, our analysis suggests that the use of SGLT2 inhibitors by type 2 diabetes patients during Ramadan does not appear to significantly impact kidney function.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus-associated empyema necessitans in a child: A case report and a literature review
Authors: Habachi Ghada , Sahli Sondes , Ammar Sabrine Ben , Aziza Bochra , Jouini Riadh 
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Empyema is a known complication of severe pleuropneumonia. In rare cases, if poorly treated, it could result in dissemination and fistulization and transformation into empyema necessitans. The manifestation may appear as a superficial abscess. However, as management highly differs, the recognition of potentially severe phenomenon is required.
Case Presentation: We describe a case of empyema necessitans on a 4-year-old girl secondary to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It represents the sixth pediatric case reported in the literature. It was managed by open drainage and prolonged antibiotherapy. The outcome was favorable as guidelines were extracted from similar reported cases.
Conclusion: Empyema necessitans remains a rare complication with significant morbidity. Prompt diagnosis and adapted management have relied on limited literature. As such, further reports are necessary to establish proper guidelines.
A case report on imaging findings of rare segmental necrotizing granulomatous neuritis of leprosy involving ulnar nerve
Authors: Netam S. B. S. , Gupta Nilesh , Chandrakar Nobal 
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Segmental necrotizing granulomatous neuritis (SNGN) is a rare complication of leprosy involving peripheral nerves. It can appear alone in cases of pure neuritic leprosy or in combination with cutaneous lesions.
Case Presentation: A 15-year-old female diagnosed with borderline tuberculoid leprosy who received prior multidrug therapy presented 2 years later with occasional pain and tingling sensations along the inner aspect of her right arm and forearm. Imaging findings suggested SNGN, which was corroborated by cytopathological examination. She was considered relapsed from leprosy, and multi-drug therapy and steroids were started, following which she reported a decrease in the size of the swelling along with no further deterioration of the sensorineural deficit.
Discussion: SNGN, which is one of the rare complications of leprosy, can create diagnostic dilemmas as its differential diagnoses include reversal reactions, and peripheral nerve tumors (such as schwannoma and neurofibroma), which have been outlined in this article. SNGN is more likely when magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) shows a well-defined ovoid lesion with central necrosis and peripheral rim enhancement.
Conclusion: The incidence of SNGN is on the rise due to multi-drug therapy. In our case, the patient developed SNGN, which was considered a relapse from leprosy, and multi-drug therapy and steroids were started, following which the patient reported a significant reduction in the size of the swelling with no further deterioration of the sensorineural deficit. Hence, an appropriate diagnosis of SNGN through ultrasonography and MRI will lead to favorable outcomes, ultimately benefiting the patient.
A telemedicina sob a ótica de médicos que atuam na Atenção Primária a Saúde em um município do Vale do Itajaí
Authors: Dalmolini Laís , Da Silveira Emerson , Dos Santos Souza Phelipe , Pereira Alexandre 
Published: August 2024

A telemedicina supera barreiras geográficas, oferecendo assistência médica a populações distantes com acesso limitado à saúde. No entanto, essa ferramenta enfrenta diversos impasses relacionados com questões éticas, estruturais, legais e culturais, o que dificulta a implementação e consolidação. Este estudo qualitativo e quantitativo teve como objetivo analisar a aplicação da telemedicina na atenção primária em um município do Vale do Itajaí, Santa Catarina. Um questionário foi aplicado a 30 médicos que atuavam na Atenção Primária do município em questão, revelando que 87% consideraram os impactos positivos, destacando a resolutividade dos casos e o aprendizado contínuo. A telemedicina melhorou a organização dos atendimentos e reduziu encaminhamentos desnecessários. As limitações apontadas foram a restrição de encaminhamentos e respostas padronizadas ineficazes. Conclui-se que os impactos das teleconsultorias foram vistos como positivos. No entento, considerando sua recente implementação, há necessidade de mais estudos para avaliação abrangente.
THE EFFECT OF STRUCTURED DIABETIC SELF-CARE EDUCATION ON GLYCAEMIC CONTROL AMONG ADULTS WITH TYPE-2 DIABETES: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED CLINICAL TRIAL
Authors: Theophilus Adole Ochonu  , Emmanuel Ogwuche  , Akafa Tensaba Andes , Kingsley Iyoko Iseko  
Published: August 2024

In Sub-Sahara Africa, diabetes is adversely reducing life expectancy partially due to inadequate diabetes self-care practice. Numerous folks with diabetes lack the requisite skills and knowledge to effectively manage their own condition. This study determined the effectiveness of a structured diabetes self-care education (DSCE) intervention versus routine care on glycaemic control among adults with type-2 diabetes attending a Family Medicine Clinic.We offered a DSME intervention and assessed how it affected patients’ self-reported levels of diabetes knowledge, glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1C) and diabetes self-care activities. Overall, there was poor diabetes knowledge at baseline (7.29 ± 2.81) among study participants. The difference in the mean Diabetes Knowledge scores before and after the DSME intervention was significantly greater in the intervention arm (mean difference = 13.29; 95% CI = 12.78 – 13.79; p <0.001). Both groups showed improvement in mean glycosylated haemoglobin from baseline to post intervention however, the mean difference (2.04%) between the intervention and the routine care groups was statistically significant (95% CI = 2.35 – 3.73; p <0.0001).Our study found significant improvements among the intervention group. The DSME tool impact positively on participants’ diabetes knowledge scores. Hence, our DSME intervention is clinically useful in diabetes mellitus self care.
Sistem Informasi Pengelolaan Daftar Tamu di Wilayah Kerja Badan Pusat Statistik
Authors: Mesanda Zery , Taufik Al Afkari Siahaan Ahmad 
Published: August 2024

Sistem Informasi Pengelolaan Daftar Tamu di wilayah kerja Badan Pusat Statistik telah jadi pusat utama rencana kerja praktek ini. Dengan berdasarkan atas keinginan bagi memajukan efisiensi operasional dan memaksimalkan layanan kepada pengunjung, peojek ini bertujuan untuk merancang dan menerapkan sistem yang terintegral bagi pengelolaan daftar tamu di lingkungan BPS. Temuan penting membuktikan bahwa menyatu Sistem Informasi Pengelolaan Daftar Tamu yang terintegrasi dapat menaikkan efisiensi operasional, meningkatkan keamanan data, dan menguatkan ikatan antara BPS atas berbagai bagian yang berkunjung. Projek ini dibuat berdasarkan ketidak kondusipan terhadap tamu yang bertamu dan meluaskan hubungan yang lebih baik atas pengunjung dari beragam kalangan. Dengan demikian, projek ini tidak hanya membagikan pandangan luas tentang pentingnya sistem informasi yang efektif dalam mengelola daftar tamu di BPS, tapi juga memberi rekomendasi tertentu untuk meluruskan sistem yang ada fungsi meningkatkan kemampuan lembaga dan interaksi dengan pengunjung.

Kata Kunci : Sistem Informasi, Daftar Tamu, Badan Pusat Statistik
Aluminum Waste as Electrode for Home Textile Industry Wastewater Treatment using Batch Electrocoagulation Process: Studies on Operating Parameters
Authors: Irawan Chairul , Mu'minah Ridhayanti , Purnawilda Agita , Fatyasari Nata Iryanti 
Published: August 2024

The manufacture of the Sasirangan home textile industry involves coloring and dyeing processes using synthetic dyes in large quantities. These contaminants of dyes and organic materials would cause high color and chemical oxygen demand (COD) contaminants values. This study aims to characterize the wastewater of batik-modified Sasirangan and determine the effect of current density and length of operating time on color removal and reduction of COD in Sasirangan home textile industry wastewater through the batch electrocoagulation process. The method used in this research is an electric current flowing in the same direction to the Sasirangan home textile industry wastewater in a reactor with dimensions of 310 180 240 mm3. The electrode used is aluminum alloy type 1100. The aluminum/aluminum (Al/Al) electrode is used in this electrocoagulation (EC) process, then connected to a direct current (DC) power supply. The experiment was carried out at room temperature using an electrode distance of 2 cm with variations in the time of the electrocoagulation process for 15–120 minutes. The experiment was repeated for variations in pH (4–9) with a current density of 3.5–5.5 mA/cm2. Furthermore, an analysis of the color removal and the decrease in the concentration of COD was carried out. The results showed that the contaminant content in Sasirangan home textile industry wastewater decreased significantly, whereas the optimal conditions for the EC reaction were determined using color and COD removal efficiency parameters. The decrease in color and COD concentrations occurred at a current density of 5.5 mA/cm2 with a pH of 4 for 120 minutes, around 1110 PtCo and 90.4 mg/L of COD, respectively
NEFROLITÍASE OCASIONADA POR ACÚMULO DE ÁCIDO ÚRICO: REVISÃO ACERCA DE SEU TRATAMENTO
Authors: Freire Rodrigo José Bumussa , Santos Priscylla Marinho dos , Martins Vanessa Dantas , Leite Ana Ruth Angelo , Lustosa Leticia de Melo , Sabino Milla Proto de Mattos , Silva Bruna Martins Moreira da , Figueira Ana Beatriz de Lima , Moreira Gabriela Brahim , Borges Natália Alves , Almeida Lucas Souza de , Rosa Bruna Carolina Martins , Benjamin Isabel Danielly Cavalcanti Pinto , Figueiredo Gabrielle de Moraes , Jesus Ana Mozer Vieira de , Schuchmann Alexandra Zanella , Medeiros Nalyanna Costa de , Almeida Natália Santiago Pinto de , Santos Filho Leandro dos , Barbosa Bruno Costa , Góis Laura Beatriz Fernandes de , Oliveira Clara Negreiros de , Rocha Arthur Japiassu Cavalcanti Mariano da , Alencar Danilo Martins de , Coutinho Selda Rafaela Aguiar Ribeiro , Passos Marcelo Victor Moura 
Published: August 2024

Introdução: Este artigo de revisão aborda a nefrolitíase por acúmulo de ácido úrico, uma condição caracterizada pela formação de cálculos renais compostos predominantemente por ácido úrico devido à supersaturação urinária. Objetivo: Avaliar e discutir as estratégias terapêuticas disponíveis para o manejo dessa condição, com ênfase em métodos que promovem a dissolução de cálculos e previnem sua recorrência. Metodologia: Essa revisão integrativa da literatura, foi realizada por busca em base de dados de artigos que correspondessem ao tema proposto. Incluiu-se avaliação dos artigos elegíveis na íntegra, excluindo aqueles que não se enquadram nos objetivos do estudo, teses e dissertações, sem contabilizar duplicatas. Resultados e Discussão: A discussão aprofunda-se na eficácia dessas intervenções, apresentando evidências de que a alcalinização urinária não só previne a formação de novos cálculos, mas também pode dissolver cálculos existentes. A utilização de inibidores da xantina oxidase, como alopurinol e febuxostat, é explorada em pacientes com hipercalciúria ou gota que continuam a formar cálculos apesar das outras intervenções. A análise de estudos observacionais e ensaios clínicos sugere benefícios significativos dessas estratégias, embora a evidência de ensaios clínicos randomizados ainda seja limitada. Conclusão: Uma abordagem multifacetada, combinando alcalinização urinária, aumento da ingestão de líquidos e, quando necessário, inibidores da xantina oxidase, proporciona um manejo eficaz da nefrolitíase por ácido úrico. Essa abordagem reduz a morbidade associada e melhora a qualidade de vida dos pacientes, oferecendo um controle adequado da formação de cálculos e prevenindo sua recorrência.
OS BENEFÍCIOS DE SUPLEMENTAÇÃO COM VITAMINA D PARA A MELHORA DA QUALIDADE DE VIDA DE PACIENTES COM ESCLEROSE MÚLTIPLA
Authors: Santos Fernanda Toledo dos , Nunes Gracielly Fernandes , Bastos Kamila Noleto , Sousa Raissa Naves de , Dutra João Batista Rodrigues , Lopes Ana Karolina , Braga Pedro Paulo Pereira , Ghazale Poliana Peres 
Published: August 2024

A Esclerose Múltipla (EM) é uma doença autoimune desmielinizante do sistema nervoso central (SNC), caracterizada por uma interação de fatores genéticos e ambientais. A vitamina D (VD) é produzida pela pele exposta à radiação ultravioleta B ou obtida de fontes alimentares e influencia no processo inflamatório, diminuindo a produção dos mediadores pró-inflamatórios O objetivo deste trabalho é realizar uma revisão integrativa da literatura a respeito dos efeitos do tratamento com a VD em pacientes com EM. A metodologia envolveu a busca de artigos científicos no PubMed e Scielo, nos idiomas português e inglês e 40 artigos foram selecionados. A EM ocorre por um processo de destruição da mielina e degradação dos axônios dos neurônios onde há uma desregulação do sistema nervoso central mediada por células do sistema imune, como os linfócitos B e T e os macrófagos, o que aumenta o processo de desmielinização. Estudos demonstram que o tratamento dom VD diminui a incapacidade e melhora a caminhada cronometrada de pacientes com EM. Por outro lado, outros estudos demonstram que este tratamento não causa diferença significativa na taxa de recaída anualizada, escala expandida de status de incapacidade, componentes compostos funcionais da EM, força de preensão ou fadiga. Apesar de os estudos ainda serem inconclusivos, o processo fisiopatológico que envolve a EM está intimamente ligado ao metabolismo da VD. Portanto, tornam-se necessários mais pesquisas que visem a melhoria da qualidade de vida de pacientes com EM.