bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Sexual dysfunction and marital adjustment in married men with alcohol dependence syndrome
Authors: Solanki Anurag , Gupta Manushree , Singh Swarndeep , Verma Pankaj 
Published: July 2024

Background:
Only a few studies have systematically assessed sexual dysfunction and marital adjustment in married men with alcohol dependence in India.

Aim:
To assess the prevalence and pattern of sexual dysfunction and marital adjustment in a clinical sample of married men with alcohol dependence. The association of sexual dysfunction and marital adjustment with the severity of alcohol dependence was also explored.

Materials and Methods:
This cross-sectional study included 100 consecutive married men attending psychiatry outpatient department (OPD) with a diagnosis of alcohol dependence syndrome (ADS). A pre-designed study proformawas used for collecting relevant socio-demographic and clinical details of the study participants. Sexual dysfunction, marital adjustment, and alcohol dependence were assessed using the following validated tools: the Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale (ASEX), the Marital Adjustment Questionnaire (MAQ), and the Severity of Alcohol Dependence Questionnaire (SADQ), respectively.

Results:
Of 100 patients, about 15% had clinical sexual dysfunction based on ASEX. The most commonly reported sexual dysfunction was difficulty with erection (24.0%), followed by problems in desire (18.0%), sexual arousal (12.0%), ability to reach orgasm (12.0%), and satisfaction with orgasm (9.0%). Sexual dysfunction (ASEX score) showed significant positive correlation (rs = 0.345; P < 0.001) with alcohol dependence severity (SADQ score). Also, the severity of alcohol dependence was negatively correlated (rs = -0.240; P = 0.016) with the overall level of marital adjustment (MAQ score) with spouse.

Conclusion:
Sexual dysfunction is common in married men with ADS, with both sexual dysfunction intensity and marital adjustment difficulties being positively associated with the severity of alcohol dependence.
Mixing and matching Lucidis extended depth of focus intraocular lenses with other eyes being phakic or having monofocal intraocular lenses
Authors: Mazhry Zia Ul , Hassan Faiza , Mazhry Abdullah , Asif Laiba , Saeed Muhammad 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

PURPOSE:
The purpose of the study was to evaluate the mixing and matching of Lucidis extended depth of focus (EDOF) intraocular lenses (IOLs) implanted in one eye with another eye being phakic or having monofocal IOLs, in terms of improving visual outcomes, addressing presbyopia, and any associated discomfort.

METHODS:
This comparative cross-sectional study examines the compatibility of EDOF in one eye with the other being phakic or having monofocal lenses in cataract surgery. It included 50 patients with age-related cataracts, excluding those with other ocular issues. Surgeries followed standard techniques, patients underwent postoperative assessments over 6 months. Primary outcomes included visual acuity (VA) at distance and near and patient satisfaction.

RESULTS:
Among 50 patients (52% male, 48% female, age 62.8 ± 10.98 years.), 18 patients received bilateral Lucidis implants, 18 had monofocal implants in one eye, and 14 retained natural lenses with varying opacities. Statistically significant differences were observed for distance uncorrected VA (UCVA) between Group 1 (LB) and Group 2 (LM) (P = 0.013), whereas no significant differences were found among Group 1 (LB), Group 3 (LP), and Group 2 (LM), Group 3 (LP) on the basis of far and near best-corrected VA and UCVA (P > 0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in survey outcomes among all three groups, indicating the absence of significant dysphotopsia in any of the groups.

CONCLUSION:
The study highlights the versatility and effectiveness of mixing and matching Lucidis IOLs in one eye with the other eye being phakic or having monofocal lenses. Binocular Lucidis IOL appears ideal but may be combined with monofocal pseudophakic or phakic status of the eye without any undue fear.
The relationship between surgical loupes usage, workplace ergonomics, and musculoskeletal disorders among Saudi ophthalmologists
Authors: Aloqab Aysha , Alturkistany Walaa , Ali Hala M Nassim 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

PURPOSE:
To evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of surgical loupes among ophthalmologists and determine the relationship between this tool and musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders.

METHODS:
Between December 2020 and January 2021, ophthalmologists (trainees and consultants) working in Saudi Arabia received an anonymous, Internet-based survey through Google Forms.

RESULTS:
The total number of surveys completed was 93, and 82% reported pain with operating during the past 12 months; 87% reported neck pain, 81% reported shoulder pain, and 73% reported lower back pain. Sixty-eight percent chose to rest without seeking professional care. Forty-seven percent of participants exercise regularly. Sixty-nine percent attributed the pain to “bending or twisting your neck.” Fifty-five percent of surgeons owned loupes, and only a third used loupes regularly. Forty percent indicated a limited field of vision as the main limitation. The Chi-squared test showed that MSK pain is a risk among all ophthalmic surgeons (P = 0.348). It was more prevalent among surgeons with longer experience. Increased surgical volume and prolonged operating time were associated with higher rates of pain. In addition, more frequent loupe use was associated with an increased prevalence of pain. The study found no statistically significant association. Finally, the activity level was significantly associated with a lower prevalence of pain (P = 0.028).

CONCLUSION:
The majority of participants in this study experienced occupational MSK pain. Most participants owned loupes, and only a third used them regularly. Young ophthalmologists should be encouraged to apply ergonomic principles to safeguard against future MSK injuries.
Particularités des corps étrangers laryngo-tracheo-bronchiques chez l’enfant : une série descriptive des cas du Centre Hospitalier de Soavinandriana, Madagascar
Authors: Ratovonjanahary Fitia Rotsirotsy Elsa , Andrinirina Zo Zafitsara , Rakotondravelo Soloharimino Mireille , Rabetokotany Yves Tokiniaina , Rakoto Fanomezantsoa Andriamparany 
Published: July 2024

Contexte et objectifs: L’inhalation de corps étranger est une urgence respiratoire mettant en jeu le pronostic vital en l’absence d’une prise en charge adéquate. Les objectifs étaient de décrire les différents objets en cause, le profil clinico-thérapeutique ainsi que de discuter les recommandations de prévention.
Méthodes: Il s’agissait d’une étude rétrospective descriptive réalisée pendant 2 ans incluant les enfants de moins de 15 ans ayant inhalé un corps étranger.
Résultats: Quinze dossiers étaient répertoriés. Leur âge moyen était de 5 ans. Le sexe ratio était de 4. Le délai moyen entre l’admission et l’inhalation était de 3 jours. Le corps étranger était des sifflets plastiques chez 8 enfants, des ballons pour 2, d’origine végétale et métallique pour 5. Leur localisation était dans la bronche souche droite dans 47 %. La toux était présente chez tous les patients. L’extraction était réalisée par voie endoscopique. Un décès était déploré.
Conclusion: L’inhalation de corps étranger est un accident grave. Le sifflet plastique était particulièrement fréquent à Madagascar. Le meilleur traitement reste la prévention

English title: Particularities of laryngo-tracheo-bronchic foreign bodies in children: serial cases from the Soavinandriana Hospital Center, Madagascar
Context and objectives: Foreign body inhalation is a life-threatening respiratory emergency in the absence of adequate management. The objectives were to describe the different objects involved, the clinico-therapeutic profile as well as to discuss the recommendations for prevention.
Methods: This was a 2-year retrospective descriptive study that included children under 15 years of age who had inhaled a foreign body.
Results: Fifteen files were identified. The average age of included children was 5 years with a M/F sex-ratio of 4. The mean time from inhalation to admission was 3 days. The foreign body was plastic whistles for 8 children, balloons for 2, of vegetable and metal origin for 5. Their location was in the right stem bronchus in 47%. Cough was present in all patients. The extraction was performed endoscopically. One death was reported.
Conclusion: Inhalation of foreign bodies is a serious accident. The plastic whistle was particularly common in Madagascar. The best treatment is prevention
Etude comparée de la qualité physico-chimique de l’eau, de la croissance et de la survie de <i>Oreochromis niloticus</i> en système aquaponique et en circuit fermé classique
Authors: Zango Paul , Multen Melvin , Onana Mamert Fils , Onya Epouba Jacqueline , Mfeg Mfeg Nicolas Irénée , Eyango Tomedi Minette , Tchoumboue Joseph 
Published: July 2024

The aim of this trial was to compare the physicochemical characteristics of water, the survival rate and growth of Oreochromis niloticus under aquaponic and closed classical circuit. To achieve this aim, from March to April 2020, 230 adults of Oreochromis niloticus, with initial mean weight of 53.2 ± 1.03 g were randomly distributed in equal number into two concrete tanks corresponding to an Aquaponic System and Classical Closed system. The physicochemical characteristics were recorded every five days, and data for growth characteristics were collected after 15 days. After 45 days of rearing, the high of Capsicum chinense were measured and age of flowering plants noted. the mains results were as follows: Dissolved Oxygen values (9.0 ± 1.7 mg / l), ammoniac nitrogen (0.3 ± 0.05 mg / l) and nitrates (3.31 ± 0.7 mg / l) were higher in a closed classical circuit as compared to the aquaponic system, the final mean weight (118.3 ± 25.4 g), the mean weight gain (65.1 ± 28.3 g), the condition factor K (K = 3.8 ± 1.6) and survival rate (100% ) were higher in aquaponic system. The survival rate (91.0 ± 0.2 %) and the final high of Capsicum chinense (52.03 ± 0.5 cm) were higher and the flowering age (30,0 ± 2,0 j) was very short in aquaponic system. The aquaponic system offers a better environment for life and growth to Oreochromis niloticus and Capsicum chinense as compared to the classical closed circuit.
Gestion des risques de maladies des poissons d’élevage dans le Département de la Mvila, Sud-Cameroun
Authors: Fonkwa Georges , Kpoumie Nsangou Amidou , Makombu Judith Georgette , Ebo'o Adrien Benjamin Frédéric , Kametieu Djamou Franck Junior , Tomedi Eyango Minette , Tchoumboue  
Published: July 2024

The aim of the present study is to contribute to the improvement of fish production through better practice of disease prevention measures. A biosecurity audit was carried out from March to May 2023 on 40 farms in the Mvila Division (2°48' 272" - 2°48' 993" N; 10°55' 066" - 10°56' 078" E), Southern Region of Cameroon. Semi-structured interviews and direct observation were used to collect data on socio-economic, zootechnical characteristics and biosecurity practice. The main results showed that, overall, the compliance rate (34.58%) and adoption rate (34.48%) of biosecurity measures were intermediate. Training received in fish farming and constraints associated with biosecurity practices, the production system, the production phase, culture facilities and disease diagnosis significantly affected the compliance rate. In addition, compliance with biosecurity measures significantly reduced fish mortality rates. A strong, positive and significant regression was established between the training received in fish farming and the biosecurity compliance rate, while constraints related to biosecurity practices were strongly, negatively and significantly associated with the compliance rate. The government must focus on training and capacity building of fish farmers in biosecurity.
Growth performance of three Nigerian breeds of sheep fed different types of hay
Authors: Madziga II , Lakpini CAM , Osuhor CU , Otaru SM 
Published: July 2024

It was hypothesised that hay type will affect feed intake and growth with significant interactions between breeds of sheep. Ten rams aged between 18 and 24 months and weighing 24.70, 25.50 and 24.75 each of Balami, Uda and Yankasa indigenous breeds of sheep in a complete randomised design with a 2 x 3 factorial arrangement were used. The rams were fed Brachiaria decumbens or Digitaria smutsii hay supplemented with concentrate at 1 % of their body weight. The trial lasted 90 days after 14 days adjustment period to the diets. Individual animal basal and supplementary concentrate feed intakes were recorded daily and liveweights were measured fortnightly. Data were analysed using SAS. Results of breed effect showed that Balami and Uda had significantly (P<0.05) higher values for most of the parameters measured while the effect of hay showed that rams fed Digitaria smutsii hay had significantly (P<0.05) higher feed intake and weight gain than their counterparts fed Brachiaria decumbens hay. The interaction effect also revealed that Balami had significantly (P<0.05) higher weight gain and feed conversion ratio while Yankasa had the lowest (P>0.05). It is therefore concluded from this study that feeding D. smutsii hay to rams gave better results than feeding B. decumbens hay. Hence, it is recommended that feeding D. smutsii hay can be effectively used in a feedlot production system for growing rams during a 90-day feedlot period. Furthermore, the detected interaction effect of hay type level with breed permits working choices of improving the ability to grow rams.
Performance Comparison of Deep Learning Models in Predicting HIV Incidences in Tanzania
Authors: Kaijage Zaituni , Kimaro Honest , Maziku Hellen 
Published: July 2024

Human immunodeficiency virus infection/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is a global pandemic that has claimed more than 40 million lives since it was discovered in the late 1970s. In sub-Saharan Africa, including Tanzania. Different measures to combat the diseases have failed to be attained, like the UNAIDS 90-90-90 target, which aimed to reduce HIV by 2020, and it was moved to 2030. The availability of proper tools to control and monitor diseases and ensure proper early intervention is very important. Prediction of disease trends using Machine Learning (ML) models can improve speed towards attaining the UNAIDS targets by providing accurate insights into the disease trends. The performance of ML models depends on many factors, including datasets that influence the generalization of models. This study aims to suggest the best deep-learning model to predict HIV incidences in Tanzania. Four deep learning models, recurrent neural network (RNN), Gated Recurrent unit (GRU), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), and 2D convolution layer (CONV2D), have been studied. HIV data is collected from District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2), the national Health Management Information System (HMIS). The HIV data collected is for 26 regions in Mainland Tanzania, recorded from January 2015 to October 2022. The accuracy of the models was evaluated using three metrics: Mean absolute error (MAE), Mean absolute Percentage Error (MAPE), and mean square error (MSE). The results show that Conv2D achieved the lowest average training time for short-term predictions, while RNN records the highest accuracy with the lowest MAE for all considered cases. The GRU was the fastest for the long-term predictions, and the LSTM reported the best accuracy.
Strategi Sosialisasi e-LMS Platform Smarteschool.id untuk Sekolah di Indonesia
Authors: Ogie Ahmad Kasogi 
Published: July 2024

The development of the information and communication technology industry 4.0 has had an impact on school educational institutions, including the application of Electronic Learning Management System (E-LMS) technology in schools in Indonesia. However, there are still obstacles in the implementation of this technology, namely that there are still many schools that only apply traditional face-to-face learning systems. This research aims to analyze strategies for disseminating online learning management systems. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method on the Smarteschool.id platform. Data collection was carried out by observation, interviews, documentation and literature review related to the topic of discussion. The research results show that the socialization strategy used in the smarteschool.id E-LMS socialization process in school educational institutions uses two methods, namely communal and personal. Implementation of the socialization strategy program is carried out in three formats, namely online, offline and hybrid.

Abstrak

Perkembangan industri teknologi informasi dan komunikasi 4.0 memberikan dampak pada lembaga pendidikan sekolah, termasuk penerapan teknologi Electronic Learning Management System (E-LMS) pada sekolah di Indonesia. Namun, implementasi teknologi ini masih terdapat kendala, yaitu masih banyak sekolah yang menerapkan sistem pembelajaran tradisional konvensional tatap muka saja. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis strategi sosialisasi sistem manajemen pembelajaran online. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus pada platform Smarteschool.id. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan observasi, wawancara, dokumentasi dan kajian pustaka yang berkaitan dengan topik pembahasan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa strategi sosialisasi yang digunakan dalam proses sosialisasi E-LMS smarteschool.id pada lembaga pendidikan sekolah menggunakan dua metode yaitu komunal dan personal. Implementasi program strategi sosialisasi dilakukan dalam tiga format yaitu online, offline dan hybrid.
Pneumocistose no paciente imunocomprometido
Authors: Candeloro Ribeiro Isabela , Yujiro Okawa Humberto , Dias de Souza Caio Mariano , Madeira Braga Fernandes Leonardo , Ferreira de Oliveira Luciana 
Published: July 2024

A pneumocistose é uma infecção oportunista causada pelo fungo Pneumocystis jirovecii. Ela representa um risco significativo para pacientes imunossuprimidos, como aqueles com Síndrome da Imunodeficiência Humana, podendo evoluir com quadros graves de infecção pulmonar. A pneumocistose pode se apresentar com quadro clínico e radiológico inespecíficos, mimetizando diferentes infecções que acometem o paciente com SIDA. Além disso, é a complicação pulmonar mais comum e mais grave nessa população, tornando-se de extrema importância a compressão do quadro, seu diagnóstico e abordagem terapêutica. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo relatar um caso de pneumocistose em uma paciente HIV+, cujas informações foram obtidas através da revisão do prontuário, entrevista com a paciente, registro fotográfico dos métodos diagnósticos utilizados e revisão da literatura.
Comparative Analysis of Online Assessment Methods and their Impact on Student Satisfaction in Higher Education in Australia
Authors: Taylor Mia 
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the accessibility and inclusivity in online education: a comparative study of policies and practices in Australia.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study compared Australian policies and practices in online education accessibility and inclusivity, revealing notable gaps in implementation despite progress. It emphasized the necessity of comprehensive policies and ongoing educator training to address diverse student needs effectively. Overall, it highlighted the importance of continual improvement to ensure equitable access for all students in online education.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social model of disability, universal design for learning (UDL) & critical pedagogy may be used to anchor future studies on the accessibility and inclusivity in online education: a comparative study of policies and practices in Australia. Develop guidelines and best practices for inclusive course design and delivery in online education, tailored to the Australian context. Advocate for the integration of accessibility and inclusivity mandates into national and institutional policies governing online education in Australia.
Impact of Personalized Learning Paths on Student Motivation and Achievement in Online High School Programs in Pakistan
Authors: Khan Mariam 
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the impact of personalized learning paths on student motivation and achievement in online high school programs in Pakistan.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Tailored learning experiences boost intrinsic motivation by offering autonomy and relevance, while goal-setting and progress tracking contribute to improved academic performance and engagement. These findings highlight the potential of personalized learning to meet diverse student needs and enhance educational outcomes in Pakistani online high school settings.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Self-determination theory (SDT), social cognitive theory (SCT) & constructivist learning theory may be used to anchor future studies on the impact of personalized learning paths on student motivation and achievement in online high school programs in Pakistan. Implement ongoing professional development programs for educators to effectively implement and support personalized learning strategies. Develop and advocate for educational policies that support the implementation of personalized learning paths in online high school programs. Policies should address funding allocations, technology infrastructure upgrades, and guidelines for equitable access to personalized educational resources.