bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Prevalence and intensity of urinary schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminths among women of reproductive age in Mwaluphamba, Kwale
Authors: Ngui Samuel M. , Mwangangi Joseph M. , Richter Joachim , Ngunjiri Josephine W. 
Published: February 2024

Objective:
To assess the epidemiology of urinary schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis among women of reproductive age in Mwaluphamba, Kwale County, Kenya.

Methods:
A community-based cross-sectional study design was employed to randomly sample 422 women of reproductive age (15-<50 years) from four villages in Mwaluphamba location. Stool specimens were collected and examined using the Kato-Katz method, while filtration technique was used to analyze urine specimens. Participants’ sociodemographic details were obtained using a standardized questionnaire.

Results:
Urinary schistosomiasis prevalence was at 4.7% (20/422, 95% CI 2.8%-6.9%) while the prevalence of soil-transmitted helminthiasis infection was 4.5% (19/422, 95% CI 2.6%-6.7%). The infection intensities of urinary schistosomiasis among the study participants ranged from 1 to 120 eggs/10 mL of urine with median egg count of 18.45 eggs/10 mL. The patients were diagnosed with light infection, of 56.16 egg/gram and 48.48 egg/gram for Trichuris trichiura and hookworms, respectively. Women without latrines had 15.7 times higher risk of having urinary schistosomiasis compared to those with a latrine. Similarly, use of surface water (aOR=1.0, 95% CI 0.2-1.4, P=0.010) and crossing the river to go to a place (aOR=1.1, 95% CI 0.3-1.6, P=0.009) were statistically significant risk factors for getting urinary schistosomiasis. In bivariable regression analysis, defecating around the water source (OR=4.3, 95% CI 1.5-12.9) had a statistically significant association with the prevalence of soil-transmitted helminthiasis (P=0.008).

Conclusions:
This study has given an insight on the prevalence and intensity of urinary schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Mwaluphamba location that form a basis for strengthening the control and elimination programmes for these neglected tropical diseases.
New-insight UVB Treatment for Psoriasis Vulgaris in Vietnamese Patients
Authors: Minh Phuong Pham Thi , Minh Trang Trinh , Thi Phuong Hoang , Ha Giang Quach Thi , Thi Tra Bui , Tirant Michael , Huu Doanh Le 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background:
Narrowband UVB (NBUVB) has recently been used in Vietnam for the treatment of psoriasis. However, there are no data on Vietnamese patients to adopt a uniform national protocol.

Objectives:
This study aimed to establish an optimal NBUVB therapy for the treatment of psoriasis in Vietnamese patients.

Materials and Methods:
One hundred and twenty-two patients with psoriasis vulgaris were included. They were randomly allocated to two groups: the percentage dose (group 1, 62 patients) and the fixed dose (group 2, 60 patients). In group 1, the starting dose was 50% of the minimal erythema dose (MED) and the 10% increment dose adjusted in the next sessions. In group 2, the starting dose was based on Fitzpatrick skin types (fixed dose). Psoriasis area and severity index (PASI) was used to evaluate efficacy.

Results:
More than 68% of the patients get PASI75 at session 36. Group 2 had significantly fewer sessions (20 ± 5 vs 25 ± 7, P- value = 0.0004) and lower cumulative dose than group 1 (14.1 ± 4.3 J/cm2 vs 18.0 ± 8.0 J/cm2, P- value = 0.0075) to achieve PASI75. Adverse effects were more common in group 2 than group 1, including burning sensation/erythema (43.33% vs 14.52%, P- value = 0.0009) and pruritus (75.00% vs 22.58%, P- value <0.0001).

Conclusion:
NBUVB therapy was safe and effective for Vietnamese psoriasis patients. Fixed doses produced a quicker clinical response with fewer sessions and lower cumulative doses. Adverse effects were mild in both groups and less noted for the MED-based dose. For the recommendation, a fixed dose should be applied for patients who have less concern about side effects, while a MED-based dose can be suitable for patients having conditions related to light sensitivity.
The Correlation between Serum Vitamin D and Total IgE Levels and Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria among Chinese Population: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Liu Jia , Wang Fudong , Cao Hui , Wang Yulan , Liang Furong , Jiang Shuling , Zhang Haofeng , Luo Jingying 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Objective:
This study aims to investigate the relationship between serum vitamin D, total IgE levels and chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).

Methods:
We collected data from 101 patients with chronic spontaneous urticaria (experimental group) and 115 healthy normal subjects (control group) in the same period of physical examination.

Results:
The results showed that the number of deficient and absolute deficient 25-hydroxyvitamin D in the experimental group was significantly lower than in the control group (P < 0.05). Pearson correlation analysis showed that the activity score of CSU patients was negatively correlated with serum vitamin D (r = −0.2278, P = 0.0220) and positively correlated with IgE (r = 0.2078, P = 0.0380). It was observed that serum vitamin D in CSU patients was negatively correlated with their activity (r = −0.2278, P = 0.0220) and positively correlated with age (r = 0.2675, P = 0.0069). The Point-biserial correlation analysis revealed that gender was positively correlated with serum vitamin D (Pearson correlation coefficient = 0.286, P = 0.004) and UAS score (Pearson correlation coefficient = 0.273, P = 0.006). Ordinal logistic regression analysis showed that only serum vitamin D was correlated to activity scores (P = 0.008). In addition to activity scores, age (P = 0.005) and gender (P = 0.04) were correlated to serum vitamin D.

Conclusion:
The activity score of CSU patients was negatively correlated with serum vitamin D and positively correlated with IgE. Serum vitamin D in CSU patients was negatively correlated with activity score and disease duration and positively correlated with age and gender.
Global Scientific Overview of Dermatology Related to COVID-19: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Cabanillas-Lazo Miguel , Quispe-Vicuña Carlos , Cruzalegui-Bazán Claudia , Valencia-Martinez Juan C. , Pacheco-Mendoza Josmel , Mayta-Tovalino Frank 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background:
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has had a significant impact on dermatology, but to date no bibliometric analysis of this field has been identified. Therefore, the aim of this study was to perform a bibliometric indicator analysis of the worldwide scientific production of COVID-19 in dermatology.

Materials and Methods:
An advanced bibliographic search was performed in the Scopus database to identify articles on COVID-19 and dermatology from 2020 to 2021. The collected information was analysed with SciVal software. Bibliometric data were described through figures and summary tables.

Results:
A total of 1448 documents were collected and analysed. Torello Lotti was the author with the greatest scientific production; however, Esther Freeman had the greatest impact. Harvard University was the institution with the highest number of published articles. Most papers were published in the first quartiles. The United States and Italy were the leading countries in terms of production. Articles with international collaboration had the highest impact.

Conclusion:
Articles related to dermatology and COVID-19 are mostly published with American and Italian affiliations. In addition, there has been an increase in the distribution of articles published in the first quartile, which would reflect a growing interest in the community. Publications with international collaboration reported the highest impact, so future authors should take this into account.
Disseminate and Recurrent Infundibular Folliculitis: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Meng Qifeng , Li Qunyan , Wang Yingdong , Li Haoran , Zhang Yu 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 1 case of disseminate and recurrent infundibular folliculitis (DRIF) in our hospital and 31 cases of DRIF reported in previous domestic and international studies. There were 32 cases, including 22 males and 10 females, with a mean age of onset of 24.72 ± 13.68 years. Skin lesions were more likely to occur on the trunk and proximal extremities and may involve the face, neck, and genitals. Typical histopathology revealed mild thickening and spongy edema of the spinous layer, different degrees of pigmentation increase in the basal layer, and mild to moderate spongy edema and inflammatory cell infiltration (predominantly lymphocytes and neutrophils) in the infundibulum and around the hair follicle. DRIF is a chronic disease more prevalent in young men of African descent and individuals with Fitzpatrick skin types 4–6. This disease is diagnosed based on clinical features and histopathology and is preferentially treated with retinoids.
The Hidden Battle Within: Shedding Light on the Co-existence of Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity among Participants with Type 2 Diabetes in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Gujarat
Authors: Yogesh M , Mody Mansi , Makwana Naresh , Rabadiya Samarth , Patel Jenish , Shah Samyak 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Introduction:
Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is characterised by chronic hyperglycaemia due to abnormal insulin secretion and/or utilisation. Currently, sarcopenia has emerged as a new complication of T2DM, which increases the risk of physical disability, and even death. The study aims to estimate the prevalence of sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity (SO) as well as their association with various other factors related to T2DM.

Methods:
The study was an observational hospital-based cross-sectional study conducted among diabetic patients who came to the non-communicable diseases (NCD) clinic of a tertiary care hospital in Gujarat, India, from April 2023 to June 2023. Adult patients with T2DM attending follow-ups were included, with a diagnosis of T2DM for at least 1 year from the date of their electronic medical records, regardless of their mode of therapeutic treatment. They were on regular medical reviews with two or more visits to the study site in the past 1 year. Then a self-structured standard questionnaire was used to collect the data, containing socio-demographic characteristics, clinical profiles, anthropometric assessment (comprising weight, height and body mass index [BMI]), bio-impedance indices like body fat%, skeletal muscle% and handgrip by hand dynamometer.

Results:
In the study, a total of 404 participants participated. Their mean age was 55 ± 13.5 years and their mean body fat (BF) % was 30 ± 7.4%. BF%-defined obesity was found in 260 (64.4%) participants. A total of 362 (89.6%) had possible sarcopenia, 183 (45.3%) had sarcopenia and 124 (30.7%) had SO. Age (OR: 2.6, CI: 1.7–3.9), duration of diabetes for more than 7 years (OR: 7.5, CI: 3.65–15.4) and BF%-defined obesity (OR: 2.2, CI: 3.6–15) were statistically associated with Sarcopenia, in similar pattern age (OR: 2.4, CI: 1.5–3.7), and duration of diabetes more than 7 years (OR: 18.9, CI: 5.7–62) were associated with SO (P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
Older age, longer diabetes duration and BF%-defined obesity are associated with an increased likelihood of developing sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity. Healthcare providers should prioritise regular screening for sarcopenia and SO in elderly individuals with diabetes to facilitate early detection and intervention.
Fostering Excellence in Endocrinology Research: The Inaugural Edition of the Yuvaratna Awards of the Endocrine Society of India
Authors: Nagendra Lakshmi , Mondal Sunetra 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
The Endocrine Society of India (ESI) has introduced a new award, the Yuvaratna Awards, for recognizing the best research conducted by recently graduated endocrinologists across the country. This research should be carried out independently and not as part of or as a continuation of work initiated during residency. Two distinct categories were established: one for individuals working in academic institutions and another for those employed in private hospitals. This distinction acknowledges the unique benefits and challenges faced in both settings. This initiative serves as an excellent means to foster and promote research enthusiasm among young endocrinologists. This article elaborates on our firsthand experience as participants in the inaugural session of this award and delves into how it influenced our motivation for further research.
Students’ knowledge and attitude concerning organ donation at Iraqi nursing colleges
Authors: Majeed Haider Mohammed , Hassan Ahmed Fleih , Mousa Ayad Majid 
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND:
Organ transplantation is an effective therapy for end-stage organ failure. However, there is a large gap between the need for and the supply of donor organs.

OBJECTIVES:
This study aimed to assess nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes about organ donation.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:
This is a descriptive cross-sectional design study. The study was conducted at four faculties of nursing, which were Baghdad, Misan, Tikrit, and Kirkuk in Iraq. The three tools included are as follows: I: Socio-Demographic Questionnaire; II: Organ-Tissue Donation and Transplantation Knowledge Scale (ODTKS); and III: Organ Donation Attitude Scale (ODAS).

RESULTS:
More than two-thirds (71%) of the studied students have an accepted level of knowledge, while 70% of the studied students had a positive attitude toward organ donation and transplantation. There were statistically significant differences (P- value <0.05) between socio-demographic characteristics and knowledge level regarding gender, marital status, and academic year. Also, there were significant differences between socio-demographic characteristics and students’ attitude levels regarding gender and academic year.

CONCLUSION:
More than two-thirds of students had a good and fair level of knowledge and a positive attitude toward organ donation and transplantation. Providing lectures within the curriculum is needed for students to raise their knowledge and attitude about organ transplantation and donation.
Exploring the bioethical implications of using artificial intelligence in writing research proposals
Authors: Shivananda S. , Doddawad Vidya Gowdappa , Vidya C. S. , Chandrakala J. 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) has great potential to assist researchers in writing research proposals, by generating hypotheses, identifying literature, and suggesting methods for data collection and analysis. However, the use of AI in research proposal writing raises important bioethical implications, including the unintentional propagation of bias and questions about the role of human expertise and judgment in the research process. This paper explores the ethical implications of using AI in research proposal writing and proposes guidelines for the responsible and ethical use of AI in this context. The paper will review the potential benefits and challenges associated with using AI in research proposal writing, discuss the role of human expertise and judgment, and propose guidelines for promoting transparency and accountability in developing and using AI systems. Ultimately, addressing the bioethical issues related to AI in research proposal writing will require ongoing dialogue and collaboration between stakeholders, as well as a commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical principles.
Sur un Foucault authentiquement nietzschéen, ou comment utiliser généalogiquement les mots
Authors: Salanskis Emmanuel 
Published: February 2024

Cet article étudie la relation Nietzsche-Foucault sous un angle méthodologique qui est une dimension de ce que ces deux auteurs ont appelé « généalogie ». Ma thèse est que Foucault a identifié un aspect crucial de la démarche de Nietzsche dans la Généalogie de la morale, à savoir le fil conducteur langagier du premier traité : au lieu de traiter les mots comme des essences intemporelles, le généalogiste nietzschéen s’enquiert des mutations sémantiques historiquement repérables de notre vocabulaire moral, pour y trouver les traces de glissements axiologiques et de modifications des rapports de pouvoir. Après avoir mis en évidence ce fil conducteur chez Nietzsche, j’examine la réception foucaldienne, d’abord sur le plan du commentaire explicite de Nietzsche, ensuite dans le discours méthodologique personnel de Foucault, et finalement dans la pratique généalogique concrète des cours au Collège de France.
Development of digital technologies in the tourism sector in the Russian Federation
Authors: Кудряшов А.А. , Гостев Д.В. , Батаева Е.В. 
Published: February 2024

В статье рассматриваются основные положения о цифровизации туризма в Российской Федерации. Исследуется влияние государственных органов на становление и развитие цифрового туризма в РФ. Анализируются особенности государственного управления в контексте цифровой трансформации туристических процессов. Раскрыты основные тенденции цифровизации туристического бизнеса в Российской Федерации и перспективы его дальнейшей модернизации в условиях повсеместной кибернетизации жизнедеятельности общества. Предлагаются пути по реформированию и последующему построению правовой базы и теоретических подходов к исследуемым процессам.
The article discusses the main provisions on the digitalization of tourism in the Russian Federation. The influence of government agencies on the formation and development of digital tourism in the Russian Federation is investigated. The paper also analyzes the features of public administration in the context of the digital transformation of tourism processes. The main modern trends in the digitalization of the tourism business in the Russian Federation and the prospects for its further modernization in the context of widespread cybernetization of society are revealed. The ways of reforming and subsequent construction of the legal framework and theoretical approaches to the processes under study are proposed.
Data analysis and end-to-end technologies: how big data affects digital marketing strategies
Authors: Гайдук А.Е. , Андирякова О.О. , Тюрина Д.А. 
Published: February 2024

В условиях конкурентной среды возникает проблема планирования мероприятий по достижению устойчивых конкурентных преимуществ. Маркетинговая стратегия, представляющая собой долгосрочный прогноз таких мероприятий, является ключевым инструментом построения успешного бизнеса. Структура маркетинговой стратегии формируется на основе понимания внутренних и внешних источников данных, которые формируют большие данные. Появление такого типа данных приводит к необходимости их хранить и управлять ими. В статье описаны ключевые вопросы, которые маркетологи могут решать при помощи технологии больших данных.
In a competitive environment, there is a problem of planning measures to achieve sustainable competitive advantages. Marketing strategy, which is a long-term forecast of such events, is a key tool for building a successful business. The structure of the marketing strategy is formed based on an understanding of internal and external data sources that form big data. The appearance of this type of data leads to the need to store and manage them. The article describes the key issues that marketers can solve using big data technology.
Assessment of Usability in Health Referral Queue Systems: A Business Process Model and Nielsen Heuristics Analysis
Authors: S. Silva Cristiano , V. Carneiro Rommel , A. Lima Danielli 
Published: February 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive assessment of the usability in health referral queue systems through the lens of a public health management problem. To tackle the challenges encountered in Ibia, Minas Gerais, Brazil, a pioneering solution named the “Fila de Encaminhamento de Especialidades Médicas de Ibiá” (FEEMI) was devised, translating to the “Referral Queue for Medical Specialties in Ibiá” in English. The study involved the modeling of the existing manual health management process using Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN). A comparative analysis between the manual and automated processes revealed a significant reduction in manual tasks, from all 16 to merely 5, including crucial aspects such as medical exams and patient treatment. The FEEMI system successfully automated 10 tasks, streamlining health processes and enhancing overall efficiency. The system underwent rigorous testing, including unit tests and usability assessments based on Nielsen heuristics. The results indicated the robust functionality of the FEEMI system, ensuring error-free execution of critical functionalities and showcasing its resilience in handling potential issues. For patients, the FEEMI system introduces a new paradigm, offering improved quality of life and heightened security in health management processes.

Received: 23 November 2023 | Revised: 17 January 2024 | Accepted: 6 February 2024

Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.

Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.

Author Contribution Statement
Cristiano S. Silva: Conceptualization, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources. Rommel V. Carneiro: Methodology, Supervision. Danielli A. Lima: Data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration.
Impact of Mega-Agricultural Projects, Searching the Silver Lining in Cameroon
Authors: Gwemelang Ngochembo Gaston , Bekebang Mbouh Vera 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: Large-scale projects have created significant positive impacts in different countries around the world. Such impact is less common in Africa and Cameroon's agricultural sector in particular. This study was designed to investigate such impact due to the renewed interest in such projects, whereas, there is a slow rate of development of the agricultural sector in Cameroon.
Methodology: We examined the experience of actors in the sector and analysed qualitative responses to a survey examining the possible impact of some completed major large-scale projects in Ngoketunjia of the North West Region and the Noun of the Western Region. A total of 45 experts were interviewed and 400 farmers provided answers to survey questions probing ‘silver linings’ they may have experienced from large-scale projects. We analysed these qualitative responses using a thematic analysis approach.
Findings: Respondents identified a silver lining under two themes social and economic. Socially, skills and knowledge improvement were observed to have improved while access to social facilities (electricity, health, water, schools), as well as integration and interactions amongst villagers, were less visible. Therefore the claim that large-scale agricultural projects led to social impact might be a faulty one as the silver lining in this dimension cannot be directly attributed to such projects. Under the economic domain silver lining was observed in access to employable opportunities, market, and finance access as well as value added to raw materials. However, no silver lining was observed in income-generating activities and production volume increments.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice, and Policy: Major impact disruptions were linked to project design and delays that affected the budget, supply shortages, and efficiency. To create the desired impact, we recommend that, large-scale projects should proactively focus on impact-driven project components as well as reschedule activities to minimize delays, penalties, and cost overruns.