bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Cross-Sectional Study of First Hundred Cases of Rhino-Orbital-Cerebral Mucormycosis Admitted at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Poswal Lakhan , Bunkar G.L. , Sharma Rupa , Jain Ashish , Samar Neera , Mathur Navneet , Singh Maninder , Kaushik Pratap Bhan 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background:
With the second wave of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Rhino Orbito Cerebral Mucormycosis (ROCM) has emerged as an epidemic in India. Early suspicion and management can reduce disfigurement and mortality.

Objectives:
To identify the demographic and clinical profile of ROCM, its association with COVID-19 and other predisposing factors.

Methods:
Hospital Based Cross Sectional Observational study on first hundred consecutive patients with signs and symptoms and radiological findings suggestive of ROCM. Data collected from patient records and analyzed.

Results:
Out of hundred, 72 patients were Males, 74 from rural areas, all were above eighteen years age, 35 presented with orbital and 27 with facial manifestations of ROCM. Main predisposing factors were history of COVID-19 (71%), previous hospitalization (48%), in Intensive Care Unit (5%) systemic corticosteroid therapy (48%), Diabetes, uncontrolled (45%) and new (21%).

Conclusions:
ROCM presented with orbital and facial manifestations. Main predisposing factors were Diabetes, COVID-19 and systemic steroids.
Comparative evaluation of accuracy of working length determination with fifth-generation apex locator using two different techniques: An in vitro study
Authors: Monisha R , Sivakumar Andamuthu , Chittrarasu M , Sampath Sivakumar Jambai , Soundappan Saravana Priyan , Benny Reveena 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Context:
Accurate working length (WL) determination is essential for successful root canal therapy.

Aim:
The aim of this study was to compare the difference between two different techniques in locating minor constriction using fifth-generation electronic apex locator.

Settings and Design:
A detailed protocol explaining the procedures of the study was submitted to the institutional ethics committee.

Subjects and Methods:
Forty extracted human permanent canine teeth were selected. WL was measured three times for each sample by three different examiners for both the conventional and experimental techniques at different time intervals. Interexaminers were blinded to their measurements, and the person who analyzed mean value was also blinded with techniques. Finally, radiographic working length was obtained using 15 size K-file. A size 20 K-file was cemented into the measured position with glass ionomer cement. Each tooth was viewed under a stereomicroscope at ×40 magnification. The distance from the file tip to the root apex was measured and calibrated to the nearest tenth of a millimeter.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Using Stata statistical software (Version 17, Statacorp, College Station, Texas, USA). The agreement between raters and techniques was determined using intraclass correlation coefficient “ICC” and Bland–Altman plot.

Results:
The “experimental method” (0.95, 95%) showed better agreement between the raters in comparison with the “conventional method” (0.93, 95%).

Conclusions:
The experimental technique showed perfect agreement between examiners in locating the minor constriction of the apical foramen.
Mines of cytokine: A treasure trove in pulpal and periapical diseases
Authors: Chandwani Neelam D , Gedam Unnati Devanand , Deshmukh Ranjana , Dakshindas Darshan M , Shrigiriwar Manish 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Pulpitis is a special disease of dental pulp. It causes localized inflammation, due to various inflammatory mediators such as cytokines and chemokines. These inflammatory mediators are responsible for various reparative and resorptive processes in the dental pulp. The balance between these processes ultimately determines the viability of the tooth. Due to the important properties of various inflammatory markers, the correlation of cytokinin gene expression in various stages of inflammation becomes necessary to focus on. Several studies in the past have focused on the importance of such correlation to help in diagnostic applications. The nature of these inflammatory mediators can help us in diagnostic evaluation. Several attempts have been made to focus on these associations so that it can assist in making clinical decisions effectively. The data available are vast but are the most neglected topic. This review article briefly outlines and summarizes the importance of various inflammatory mediators such as cytokinin and chemokines in various pathways of pulpal and periapical inflammation in explanatory and diagrammatic forms. Knowledge gained about pulpal inflammatory response may aid in understanding the molecular level of inflammatory pulpal and periapical diseases, which shall modify our future diagnostic modalities. Several medicaments are used in the treatment of minimal to advanced dental caries which leads to periapical infections. Thorough understanding of these medicaments can resolve secondary infection and can improve the prognosis of the treated tooth.
Antimicrobial efficacy of two commercially available herbal products with and without ultrasonic activation in primary endodontic infections: A randomized clinical trial
Authors: Palwankar Drishti , Garg Ashima , Tandan Monika , Bhasin Prashant , Sachdeva Akshat , Palwankar Pooja 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background:
Effective irrigation is crucial for successful endodontic treatment. Traditional irrigants like sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) have been widely used, but there is a growing interest in exploring natural alternatives for their potential antimicrobial properties.

Objective:
The study aims to compare the antimicrobial efficacy of Neem, Bitter Gourd, and NaOCl, with and without ultrasonic activation in managing primary endodontic infections.

Materials and Methods:
Ninety patients were randomly assigned six groups (n = 15) Group 1: NaOCl, Group 2: NaOCl with passive ultrasonic irrigation (PUI), Group 3: Neem juice, Group 4: Neem juice with PUI, Group 5: Bitter gourd juice, and Group 6: Bitter gourd juice with PUI. Bacteriological samples were collected before (S1) and after (S2) shaping, plated on brain heart infusion agar, and colony counting was done after 24 h.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Shapiro–Wilk test, one-way ANOVA, post hoc Tukey analysis, and paired t-test.

Results:
All the groups demonstrated a significant reduction in bacterial count. Groups with PUI (2, 4, 6) demonstrated higher mean bacterial reduction than their counterparts without PUI (1, 3, 5).

Conclusion:
Neem and Bitter gourd juices, particularly when used with PUI, demonstrated antimicrobial efficacy comparable to NaOCl with PUI.
Polymerase chain reaction-based identification of various serotypes of Streptococcus mutans in adults with and without dental caries
Authors: Praveen Tanakanti , Kotrashetti Vijayalakshmi S. , Nayak Ramakant S. , Naik Sachita Shrikant , Bhat Kishore , Kugaji Manohar Suresh 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background:
Dental caries is a multistep process which initiates the development of plaque‚ defined as a structured biofilm containing microbial communities. Teeth provide unique surfaces for bacterial colonization. Serotypes of Streptococcus mutans implicate the development of dental caries.

Aim:
The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence and association of serotypes of S. mutans in groups with and without dental caries.

Materials and Methods:
One hundred and fifty adults aged between 18 and 35 years were included in the study. Supragingival plaque samples were collected, followed by deoxyribonucleic acid extraction. Polymerase chain reaction was performed to identify S. mutans and its serotypes. Proportions of S. mutans and its serotypes were correlated with caries-active (CA) and caries-free (CF) groups.

Results:
CA group showed 66.7% positivity for S. mutans and CF group showed only 42.7% of positivity. Serotype C showed a higher proportion followed by E‚ F, and K in the CA group, whereas in the CF group, higher proportion was observed with K followed by C‚ E, and F. 70.8% cases showed single serotype in the CA group and 83.3% in CF group. Multiple serotypes were seen in 29.2% in the CA group and 16.7% in the CF group.

Conclusions:
The study clearly established variation in proportions of S. mutans and its serotypes between CA and CF groups. Positive correlation was observed in the CA group for S. mutans and its serotypes.
Use of wearable technology in cardiac monitoring after cryptogenic stroke or embolic stroke of undetermined source: a systematic review
Authors: Ho Jamie SY , Ho Elizabeth SY , Yeo Leonard LL , Kong William KF , Li Tony YW , Tan Benjamin YQ , Chan Mark Y , Sharma Vijay K , Poh Kian-Keong , Sia Ching-Hui 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Introduction:
Prolonged cardiac monitoring after cryptogenic stroke or embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS) is necessary to identify atrial fibrillation (AF) that requires anticoagulation. Wearable devices may improve AF detection compared to conventional management. We aimed to review the evidence for the use of wearable devices in post-cryptogenic stroke and post-ESUS monitoring.

Methods:
We performed a systematic search of PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus and clinicaltrials.gov on 21 July 2022, identifying all studies that investigated the use of wearable devices in patients with cryptogenic stroke or ESUS. The outcomes of AF detection were analysed. Literature reports on electrocardiogram (ECG)-based (external wearable, handheld, patch, mobile cardiac telemetry [MCT], smartwatch) and photoplethysmography (PPG)-based (smartwatch, smartphone) devices were summarised.

Results:
A total of 27 relevant studies were included (two randomised controlled trials, seven prospective trials, 10 cohort studies, six case series and two case reports). Only four studies compared wearable technology to Holter monitoring or implantable loop recorder, and these studies showed no significant differences on meta-analysis (odds ratio 2.35, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.74–7.48, I2 = 70%). External wearable devices detected AF in 20.7% (95% CI 14.9–27.2, I2 = 76%) of patients and MCT detected new AF in 9.6% (95% CI 7.4%–11.9%, I2 = 56%) of patients. Other devices investigated included patch sensors, handheld ECG recorders and PPG-based smartphone apps, which demonstrated feasibility in the post-cryptogenic stroke and post-ESUS setting.

Conclusion:
Wearable devices that are ECG or PPG based are effective for paroxysmal AF detection after cryptogenic stroke and ESUS, but further studies are needed to establish how they compare with Holter monitors and implantable loop recorder.
Comparison of optical biometry versus ultrasound biometry in different axial length groups
Authors: Masoud Khorrami-Nejad , Farshid Babapour Mofrad , Mahsa Ranjbar-Pazooki , Heirani Mohsen , Khodaparast Mehdi , Yousefi Reza 
Published: March 2024

Abstract:

PURPOSE:
The accuracy of optical biometry is higher than ocular ultrasound, but it is expensive and has limitations in patients with dense cataracts. On the other hand, ocular ultrasound biometry is still a frequently used technique in most developing countries due to its lower cost. Therefore, it could be helpful for practitioners to know the interchangeability of optical biometry devices with ultrasound biometry devices. This study is conducted to compare the axial length (AL), anterior chamber depth (ACD), and lens thickness (LT) measured by ocular optical and ultrasound biometers in different AL groups.

METHODS:
This prospective consecutive study was performed on 248 eyes of 248 patients. Ocular optical biometry was performed using IOLMaster 700 (swept-source optical coherence tomography-based optical biometry, Carl Zeiss, Germany), and the contact ultrasound biometry was carried out using the US-4000 Nidek Echoscan (Gamagori, Japan). Based on measured AL, patients were divided into three groups: the short eye (AL ≤22 mm), normal eye (22 < AL <24.5 mm), and long eye (AL ≥24.50 mm).

RESULTS:
The agreement of AL between these biometers in all, short, normal, and long eyes was 99.9%, 98.3%, 99.6%, and 99.9%, respectively. The ACD agreement between two devices in all, short, normal, and long eyes was 97.0%, 93.8%, 97.2%, and 96.1%, respectively. Furthermore, the agreement of LT between these biometers in all, short, normal, and long eyes was 74.4%, 89.2%, 66.9%, and 90.7%, respectively. There were a very strong positive correlation in AL (r = 0.999) and ACD (r = 0.947) and a good correlation in LT (r = 0.675) between these devices (all P < 0.001).

CONCLUSION:
AL and ACD measured by the IOLMaster 700 optical biometer can be used interchangeably with the US-4000 ultrasound biometer in different AL groups. However, LT measured by these biometers cannot be used interchangeably.
From “Decisive Hostility” to “Cordial Agreement”: “The Times” on the Evolution of Britain’s Image in Russian Press at the Beginning of the 20th Century
Authors: Antonova Lidia V. 
Published: March 2024

The article deals with the reflection of the image of Britain in the analytical reviews of “The Times” newspaper on the pages of the Russian periodical press at the beginning of the 20th century.
The study covers the period from the turn of the 19th–20th centuries until 1907, when the relations between Russia and Britain transitioned from extreme tension and rivalry in different regions of the world to an alliance within the Triple Entente. At this time, the press became truly massive and exerted a stronger influence than ever on the development of international relations. One of the leading English newspapers, “The Times”, took a largely pro-government stance and reflected the official position on foreign policy issues. It regularly reviewed the publications in the Russian press concerning Anglo-Russian relationship or British politics in general.
As a result of the analysis of “The Times” reviews, it is possible to show the significance of the British political image, the dynamics of public opinion in the Russian Empire regarding a possible confrontation or Anglo-Russian rapprochement. The Russian press formed among readers a certain perception of Britain in the context of the Anglo-Boer War, the events in the Far East, the process of resolving contradictions, and the conclusion of the 1907 agreement, while the English press reflected on this image. The transformation of rhetoric in the press happened as rapidly as the changes in relations between the two powers.
DAVLAT XARIDLARINI AMALGA OSHIRISHDA KORRUPSIYANI OLDINI OLISH
Authors: Raximjonov Kamronbek 
Published: March 2024

Bugungi kunda respublikamizda korrupsiyaga qarshi kurashish sohasida bir qator qonun hujjatlari qabul qilinib, davlat dasturlari ishlab chiqilgan bo‘lsada korrupsiyaga oid jinoyatlar soni o‘sib bormoqda. Quyida keltirilgan statistik ma’lumotlarda budjet va budjetdan moliyalashtiriluvchi tashkilotlarda davlat xaridlarini amalga oshrishda korrupsion holatlar uchrab turibdi. Ushbu maqolada davlat haridlarini amalga oshrishda yuzaga keladigan korrupsion holatlarni kelib chiqish sabablari va ularni oldini olishda foydalanish mumkin bo‘lgan taklif va mulohazalar keltirib o‘tilgan.
TASAVVUF TA’LIMOTLARIDA QADRIYATLAR TRANSFORMATSIYASINING NAMOYON BO‘LISH XUSUSIYATLARI
Authors: To‘xtayev Xakim 
Published: March 2024

Maqolada, qadriyatlar mavzusi falsafiy-tarixiy tahlilini madaniy rivojlanishida katta mavqega ega bo‘lgan tasavvuf ta’limoti transformatsiyasining tadrijiy davrlari ochib berilgan. Xususan, Kubroviya, Yassaviya, Naqshbandiya tariqatlarida inson ruhiy olamini tahlil etuvchi, uning ma’naviy kamoloti va bugungi zamonaviy yoshlarni komil inson bo‘lib tarbiyalanishiga xizmat qiladigan g‘oyalari tahlil qilingan.
XALQARO STANDARTLAR ASOSIDA QISHLOQ XО‘JALIGIDA AKTIVLAR HISOBINI TAKOMILLASHTIRISH
Authors: Egamberdiyeva Salima 
Published: March 2024

Ushbu mаqоlаdа mоliyаviy hisоbоtning kоnseptuаl аsоslаrining yаngi tаhririgа аsоsаn qishlоq xо‘jаligi kоrxоnаlаri buxgаlteriyа bаlаnsidа аktivlаrning tаrkibi bо‘yichа tаkliflаr ishlаb chiqilgаn. Buxgаlteriyа bаlаnsidа аsоsiy vоsitаlаrni turlаri (klаsslаri) bо‘yichа detаllаshtirish, investitsiyаviy mulklаr, kаbi mоddаlаrni kiritish tаklif etilgаn. Mаqоlаdа qishlоq xо‘jаligidа аktivlаr hisоbining tаshkiliy-uslubiy jihаtlаri yоritilgаn. Qishlоq xо‘jаligidа аktivlаr hisоbini tаshkil etish bо‘yichа xulоsаlаr shаkllаntirilgаn hаmdа tаkliflаr ishlаb chiqilgаn.
ФЕНОМЕН БАХАУДДИНА НАКШБАНДИ В ПАЛОМНИЧЕСКОЙ КУЛЬТУРЕ НАСЕЛЕНИЯ БУХАРСКОГО ОАЗИСА
Authors: Бобожонов Шавкат 
Published: March 2024

Данная статья посвящается великому Бахауддину Накшбанди, мыслителью и духовному лидеру тариката Нашбандия, чьё имя известно за пределами нашей необъятной страны.Также в статье на основе научной и исторической литературы подробно рассматриваются архитектурный комплекс, мавзолей Бахауддина Нашбанди, его архитектурный дизайн, план сооружения, атрибутики паломничества и связанные с ним вопросы поклонения среди народа.
METAFORALARNING O’ZBEKCHA TARJIMASIGA KOGNITIV YONDASHUV
Authors: Fayziyeva Aziza , Safarova Nigora 
Published: March 2024

Ushbu maqolada kognitiv tilshunoslikda metaforalarning talqini haqida so’z boradi. Metaforalar bir jismning, voqelikning, materiyaning boshqacha so’zlar bilar atash san’ati bo’lib, uning ildizi qadimgi davrlarga borib taqaladi. Tabiiy jarayonlar in’inikosida paydo bo’lgan metaforalar, o’z-o’zidan tarixiy, ijtimoiy, ekologik, siyosiy jarayonlar natijasida o’zgarishlarga uchraydi. Asrlar davomida metaforalarga bo'lgan qiziqish bir oz sekinlashdi. Chunki olimlar metafolarni shunchaki bir jism, hodisa yoki voqelikni boshqacha nom bilan tasvirlash deb hisoblab kelishgan. Ammo 20-asrga kelib til hodisalariga antrposentrik jihatdan yondashuv ilgari surilgandan so’ng, tilning barcha jihatlari qatorida metaforalarga ham pragmatik, lingvamadaniy va umuman kognitiv yondashish lozimligini taqozo qildi. Maqolada turli davrlarda yashab o’tgan olimlar va tadqiqodchlarning metaforalar borasidagi fikri va qarashlariga murojaat qilingan. Shu bilan birgalikda ba’zi bir metaforalar kognitiv tahlil qilinib, tarjimada ularni ifodalovchi ekvivalentlarini qanday tanlash kerakligi haqida so’z boradi.
КЕЧИКТИРИБ БЎЛМАЙДИГАН ҲОЛЛАРДА ТЕЗКОР – ҚИДИРУВ ТАДБИРЛАРИНИ ЎТКАЗИШ ТАРТИБИ ВА УНИНГ ҲУҚУҚИЙ АСОСЛАРИ
Authors: Якубов Бекзод 
Published: March 2024

Мазкур мақолада тезкор - қидирув фаолиятининг мақсади, кечиктириб бўлмайдиган ҳолларда тезкор – қидирув тадбирларини ўтказиш тартиби ва унинг ҳуқуқий асослари ҳақида сўз юритилиб, тезкор – қидирув тадбирларини ўтказиш натижасида тўпланган далилларнинг мақбул ёки номақбул деб топилиши асослари таҳлил этилган. Унда тезкор-қидирув органи раҳбарининг тезкор – қидирув тадбирларини ўтказиш тўғрисидаги қарорининг прокурор билан албатта келишилиши лозимлиги билан боғлиқ масала чуқур таҳлил этилиб, таҳлил натижасида Ўзбекистон Республикасининг “Тезкор-қидирув фаолияти тўғрисида”ги Қонунини тегишли билан тўлдириш лозимлиги юзасидан таклиф берилган.
ФАРҒОНА ВОДИЙСИ МИНГ ЎЗБЕК УРУҒИ МАНБАЛАРИ ТАРИХИДАН
Authors: Эсонов Зиёдбек 
Published: March 2024

Мазкур мақолада Фарғона водийси ҳудудида истиқомат қилган минг ўзбек уруғи тарихи ҳақида маълумот берувчи айрим манбалар таҳлил этилган. Асосий эътибор бундай манбалар таркиби, улардаги муҳим маълумотларни кўрсатиб беришга қаратилган. Минг ўзбек уруғининг Фарғона водийсига кириб келиш даври, ўрнашган ҳудуди ва сиёсий саҳнага чиқиши тўғрисида ҳам фикр мулоҳазалар билдирилган.
TIL VA TA’LIM: MUAMMO VA YECHIMLAR
Authors: Gafarova Shahnoza 
Published: March 2024

Maqolada til va ta’lim muammolari va uning echimlari zamonaviy taʼlim- tarbiya jarayonida ko’rib chiqilgan. Tilini anglagan holda, ongli ravishda o‘rganish uchun lisoniy bilimlarning o‘rni favquloddadir, bu bilimlarsiz, ulardan tamoman bexabar holda ona tilini o‘rganishning imkoni yo‘q. Mutaxassislar til kompetentsiyasining ikki asosiy unsurdan, ya'ni nutqiy tajriba va til haqidagi bilimlardan tashkil topishini aytarkan, bu bilimlarning zaruriyligini ta'minlaydilar. Til ta'limining maqsadida ko‘zda tutilgan ayni kompetentsiyasini shakllantirish, til haqidagi bilimlarsiz mumkin emas
The Rise of the Multipolar World Order: Opportunities and Challenges for Africa.
Authors: Abdulle Mohamed Abdullaahi 
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The aim of this article was to investigate the rise of the multipolar world order and focus on opportunities and challenges for Africa. The 21st century is witnessing a fundamental shift in global power dynamics, moving away from the unipolar dominance of the United States towards a multipolar world characterized by multiple centers of economic, political, and military influence. In this evolving landscape, Africa, long relegated to the margins of global affairs, stands poised to play a pivotal role. With its burgeoning population, abundant resources, and increasing economic clout, the continent stands at a crossroads – a potential powerhouse with the agency to shape its own destiny and influence the trajectory of the international system. In this paper focus on some theories such as Realism, Liberalism and Constructivism and Rational Choice theory.
Methodology: This study used a qualitative descriptive design to obtain a straight description of the phenomena, explain deeply the issues, and provide an accurate analysis for the study and target of the article was Africa.
Findings: The result of the study was positive and it needs to demonstrate that and maintain Africa cooperation and capital building.
Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: Diversification move beyond resource extraction invest in value-added industries, agriculture, and tourism to build resilient economies less vulnerable to commodity price fluctuations. Regional Integration, deepen continental free trade agreements, infrastructure development, and joint investments to create a strong African market and attract foreign investment. Technological Leap, embrace technological advancements like digitalization and renewable energy to leapfrog development stages and gain competitive advantages.
Sistem Monitoring Hidroponik Berbasis IoT dengan Sensor Suhu, pH, dan Ketinggian Air Menggunakan ESP8266
Authors: Prabowo Muhamad Cahyo Ardi , Janitra Atikah Ayu , Wibowo Nisrina Mayla 
Published: March 2024

Pertanian berbasis teknologi memiliki peluang dalam upaya mendukung peningkatan pengolahan hasil produk pertanian. Kondisi ini selaras dengan terjadinya penurunan lahan produktif pertanian dan terjadinya bonus demografi pertumbuhan penduduk di Indonesia. Permasalahannya perlunya suatu solusi dalam mendukung produktifitas pertanian yaitu dengan teknik bertanam hidroponik. Tetapi implementasianya tidaklah mudah karena kualitas air dan nutrisinya perlu dijaga. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu pemanfaatan teknologi berupa sensor dan Internet of Things (IoT) dalam mewujudkan Smart Agriculture untuk mendukung produktivitas hasil pertanian. Metode System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) diterapkan dalam pengembangan sistem yang mana tahapanya berkerja secara berulang untuk memastikan sistem dapat berkerja efektif dan efisien. Arsitektur IoT berbasis komunikasi WiFi dirancang sebagaimana mikrokontroler NodeMCU ESP8266 bertindak sebagai Node Sensor Â dan Wifi sebagai Gateway. Sensor berfungsi mengambil data kondisi kadar suhu dan kelembaban, pH, serta ketinggian air. Hasil dari penelitian ini, sistem mampu memberikan informasi tentang kondisi lingkungan hidroponik, berupa suhu dalam rentang 24-29Â°C, pHÂ 6-7, dan ketinggian air 8-10 cm. Sistem juga bekerja dengan baik dalam proses pengiriman data ke website sehingga dapat menampilkan informasi secara real-time sehingga pengguna dapat mengetahui tindakan yang akan diambil selanjutnya untuk menghadapi kondisi tanaman hidroponik tersebut.