bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Insight to the psychosocial factors of survivors of suicidal hanging
Authors: Sethi Sudhansu S. , Hansda Manoj K. , Sahoo Jyotiranjan , Swain Rajanikanta 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
The incidence of hanging has increased over the last ten years and is the most common method of suicide. Because of its multifactorial causation, the reason behind hanging remains unfolded unless the victims leave a suicidal note. In the present study, the psychodynamic factors of hanging were assessed among the survivors of suicidal hanging.

Materials and Methods:
The cross-sectional study was conducted at S.C.B Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack, India, over a period of three years. Eighty-two individuals admitted in medicine ward of this tertiary care hospital to receive treatment for the complications as a sequel of hanging and willing to participate in study were included after obtaining informed consent. The information was recorded in a pre-designed pro forma.

Results:
Subjects from rural areas (87.8%) and low socio-economic backgrounds (67.1%) attempted suicide more often. Most of the victims were in the age group of 21–30 years, followed by less than 20 years. The most common cause of attempted suicide by hanging was family-related issues, and mainly by immediately available materials like dupattas, saree, lungi, and other fabrics. Females in rural areas and males from urban areas attempted suicide by hanging in significantly higher proportions (P = 0.041).

Conclusion:
Most people commit suicide at a younger age due to failure to cope with the different stressful situations. The most common reason for attempted suicide by hanging was family-related issues. Early intervention in family disputes in developing countries, especially in younger individuals, may help to curb suicide.
Understanding challenges related to menstrual hygiene management: Knowledge and practices among the adolescent girls in urban slums of Jaipur, India
Authors: Prasad Rajnish R. , Dwivedi Hemant , Shetye Mrunal 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Objective:
This study aimed to determine the factors associated with knowledge and practices related to menstrual hygiene management among adolescent girls in urban slums in Jaipur, India.

Material and Methods:
A cross-sectional study among 417 adolescent girls was conducted. Descriptive statistics, Chi-square, and bivariate and multivariate logistic regression methods were used to analyze the data and determine the associated factors.

Findings:
Only 48.7% of girls had a correct understanding of menstruation. In addition, 55.1% of the menstruating girls had faced health problems related to mensuration in the last 6 months; however, only 47.6% visited a health facility for treatment. Educational status of the girl (AOR = 1.89, 95% CI = 0.88–4.06), mother’s education (AOR = 2.19, 95% CI = 1.30–3.67) and income (AOR = 1.89, 95% CI = 0.67–3.95), father’s income (AOR = 1.42, 95% CI = 0.76–2.95), and counseling by field health workers (AOR = 2.08, 95% CI = 1.23–3.51) were found to be associated with knowledge about menstruation. Girl’s education (AOR = 1.49, 95% CI = 0.74–2.95), mother’s education (AOR = 1.46, 95% CI = 0.7–2.84) and income (AOR = 1.314, 95% CI = 0.44–2.02), father’s education (AOR = 1.64, 95% CI = 0.55–3.08) and income (AOR = 2.0, 95% CI = 0.86–3.28), and counseling by field health workers (AOR = 1.48, 95% CI = 0.76–2.64) were found to be associated with the type of absorbents used.

Conclusion:
The findings from the study show that the awareness about mensuration and utilization of health services among adolescent girls is low. There is a need to create an enabling environment for girls to access knowledge and health services related to menstruation by creating awareness at the community level, strengthening outreach by field health workers, and ensuring privacy in healthcare facilities.
Perception, acceptance, and adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccines: Insights from Indian population
Authors: Kumawat Rajani , Nimesh Archana , Jalandra Ramniwas , Agrawal Sandeep , Srinivas H , Ahirwar Ashok K. 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:
Vaccination has been pivotal in eradicating numerous infectious diseases. Nonetheless, concerns about the safety and side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine persist. This study aimed to gauge the perceptions and experiences of the Indian population concerning COVID-19 vaccination.

Methods:
This study was a cross-sectional survey of 313 participants aged 18 and above from diverse regions in India. Data was sourced using an electronic questionnaire disseminated via Google Forms. The survey evaluated demographics, vaccine awareness, attitudes, and side effects post-vaccination with Covishield and Covaxin.

Results:
22.6% of participants exhibited vaccine hesitancy; however, 78.3% believed the advantages superseded the risks. Most participants (81.5%) were aware of vaccine side effects. Most of the Indian respondents (97.1%) accepted the COVID-19 vaccine. Post-vaccination, 27.9% experienced adverse effects such as fever, headache, malaise, dizziness, and pain at the local site. Only 1.3% necessitated hospitalization.

Conclusion:
Our study underscores the dichotomy between vaccine apprehensions and real-world experiences. Although concerns surrounding vaccine safety were prevalent, the majority of the Indian respondents (97.1%) accepted the COVID-19 vaccine, with most experiencing only transient, mild side effects. While 22.6% initially exhibited hesitancy, primarily due to misinformation, the actual experience post-vaccination was largely positive. To further address hesitancy, streamlined vaccine awareness campaigns emphasizing the safety and efficacy of vaccination are essential.
Aberrant expression of CD markers in AML in patients attending RIMS, Ranchi - An observational study
Authors: Ranjan Amit , Mahto Sunil K. , Anand Nicky , Barla Nidhi P. A. 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is a tumour of hematopoietic progenitors caused by acquired oncogenic mutations that impede differentiation, leading to the accumulation of immature myeloid blasts in the marrow. Aberrant phenotype is a phenomenon in which lymphoid-associated and other myeloid lineage markers are expressed in myeloblasts or myeloid-associated markers are expressed in lymphoblasts.

Materials and Methods:
Diagnosed cases of AML were included in this study to study the aberrant expression using multiparametric flow cytometry.

Results:
Out of a sample size of 50, 30 cases expressed aberrant CD markers. Male: Female ratio was 0.76. Majority of cases belonged to the age group >60 years of age. CD 7 was overall the most common aberrant CD marker.

Conclusion:
Immunophenotyping has a significant role in diagnosis and predicting prognosis of hematopoietic malignancies in the absence of more advanced diagnostic tools like cytogenetics.
Clinical Characteristics of Celiac Disease Patients in Qassim Region
Authors: Alfawaz Mohammed , Alkhiari Resheed , Albuhayjani Abdulaziz Abdulrahman , Albarrak Abdulmajeed , Alharbi Muath Yousef , Aldubaiyan Adi Abdulaziz R , Alkharraz Abdullah Hamad , Alolayan Omar Abdulaziz , Alrasheedi Omar , Almutairi Nawaf , Aljehani Faisal , Alsolami Enad , Alghamdi Waleed , Jawa Hani 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Objective:
It is well known that celiac disease has a negative influence on patients’ health and quality of life. It has a wide range of presentation from symptomless to multiple organ dysfunction but mainly gastrointestinal symptoms. Consequently, it is considered a main cause of mortality, morbidity, and health burden. We aim to evaluate the quality of life affected in gluten-free diet and to identify the serological characteristics of celiac disease patients in the Qassim Region of Saudi Arabia and King Fahad Specialist Hospital.

Methods:
This is a cross-sectional-based study conducted in King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Saudi Arabia, composed of 58 patients with celiac disease for 9 years between August 2011 and August 2020.

Results:
Fifty-eight patents were included (79.3% females and 65.5% married), who were divided according to their ages into five groups. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and/or weight loss were the major patient complaints. A total of 64% of the patients had a +ve (tTG) IgA test at the time of diagnosis, while 17% were -ve. Of the studied patients, 78% reported that they had undergone a duodenal biopsy sampling. No other significant abnormalities were detected between females and males or among the five diagnosed age groups.

Conclusion:
Patients with celiac disease reported poor health-related quality of life across the board. However, social interaction, emotional role functioning, and emotional well-being were the most important factors.
Identification of Dominant Leptospira Serogroups among Leptospirosis Cases and Their Clinical Outcomes: A Prospective Hospital-Based Study in Mangaluru, India
Authors: Pinto Gillaine Vail , Senthilkumar Kuppusamy , Rai Praveen , Kabekkodu Shama Prakash , Karunasagar Indrani , Kumar Ballamoole Krishna 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT.
Leptospirosis is a reemerging zoonotic disease of worldwide significance, endemic to the southern region of India, with clinical manifestations similar to other febrile illnesses; hence, it is often misdiagnosed and underreported. Inadequate information about the disease burden and the regional circulating serogroups contributes to its neglected disease status. This study aimed to identify the infecting Leptospira serogroup in the coastal region of Mangaluru and study the clinical symptoms and outcome among leptospirosis patients. Serum samples were collected from 30 patients with confirmed leptospirosis admitted to a tertiary care center in Mangaluru and screened by microscopic agglutination test (MAT) for the infecting serogroup. The clinical profile of these cases was reviewed, and data regarding epidemiological factors such as age, sex, complications, and mortality were recorded. The MAT identified a higher occurrence of serogroup Bataviae (n = 7, 43.75%) and serogroup Australis (n = 5, 31.25%) compared with other serogroups screened in this study population. Patients were aged 16 to 65 years, with a predominance of males. The clinical presentation of leptospirosis ranged from a mild febrile illness to multiorgan failure. Fever (n = 29, 96%) was the common clinical presentation, followed by myalgia, nausea, and abdominal pain. Acute kidney injury, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome were the common complications observed. Determining the circulating serogroup is necessary to understand the epidemiology and diversity of Leptospira serogroups among animals and humans to strategize appropriate preventive measures.
Systematic Review of Impacts of Educational Interventions to Control Breeding Sites of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus Mosquitoes
Authors: Soria Carola , Almirón Walter Ricardo , Stewart-Ibarra Anna M. , Crocco Liliana Beatriz 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT.
Community participation is a critical element in the management of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus breeding sites. Many educational interventions have been conducted to encourage prevention and elimination of breeding sites among different community actors, such as government-run programs for vector surveillance aimed at preventing and eliminating breeding sites at the household level within a community. Getting people involved in prevention and elimination of vector breeding sites in their communities requires communication and social mobilization strategies to promote and reinforce those prevention actions that, in turn, should be effective from the entomological standpoint. Articles published in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, were reviewed to assess whether educational interventions targeting Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus were effective in reducing entomological indicators or in improving practices to prevent the presence of or eliminate breeding sites. The most widely used indicators were larval indices and the practices associated with reducing/eliminating breeding sites. We found that using a community-based approach adapted to eco-epidemiological and sociocultural scenarios explains the reduction of entomological indicators by educational interventions. Those who design or implement educational interventions should strengthen the evaluation of those interventions using qualitative approaches that provide a more complete picture of the social context and the barriers and facilitators to implementing vector control. Engaging school children in cross-sectorial collaboration involving the health and education spheres promotes the participation of the community in vector surveillance and reduces the risk of arboviral disease transmission.
Malaria Slide Bank to Strengthen and Improve the Quality of Malaria Diagnosis: A National Slide Repository in India
Authors: Nema Shrikant , Srivastava Bina , Ahmad Naseem , Sharma Supriya , Anvikar Anup R. , Rahi Manju , Sharma Amit , Bharti Praveen Kumar , Nitika Nitika 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT.
Malaria elimination is one of the top health care priorities in India, necessitating accessible and accurate diagnosis for effective treatment. A malaria slide bank in India is a collection of quality-controlled malaria-positive and -negative slides and is considered a vital asset for quality diagnosis. The collection of blood samples, preparation of blood smears, staining, quality control, molecular characterizations, and slide validation were carried out according to standard operating procedures in accordance with the WHO reference laboratory. The true count and parasite density per microliter were computed in accordance with WHO guidelines. Over 27 months, 48 batches (8,196 slides) were prepared. Overall, the majority of slide batches were Plasmodium vivax (45.9%; 22/48), followed by Plasmodium falciparum (25%; 12/48), malaria-negative infections (25%; 12/48), and mixed infections (4.1%; 2/48). All 48 batches passed internal validation by WHO-certified level-1 microscopists. For a batch, the true count was the median of the validators’ counts (range, 111–280,795 parasites/µL). Except for mixed infections, the PCR results agreed with the verified microscopy results. Malaria slide bank slides would be a valuable tool for quality control, assurance, and microscopist training.
Perspectives on the Performance of the Ethiopian Vaccine Supply Chain and Logistics System after the Last Mile Delivery Initiative: A Phenomenological Study
Authors: Gebremedhin Samson , Shiferie Fisseha , Tsegaye Dawit A. , Alemayehu Wondwossen A. , Wondie Tamiru , Zeleke Solomon , Alebachew Belete , Donofrio Jen , DelPizzo Frank , Belete Kidist , Biks Gashaw Andarge 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT.
Uninterrupted availability of vaccines requires a robust vaccine supply chain and logistics system (VSCLS). With special focus on remote and underserved settings, we assessed the reach and bottlenecks of the Ethiopian VSCLS after the initiation of the last mile transition. We explored the perspectives of key stakeholders using a qualitative phenomenological study. More than 300 in-depth interviews and 22 focus group discussions were conducted. The study was sequentially implemented over two phases to understand the bottlenecks at national and regional (Phase I) and lower (Phase II) levels. After the transition, the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Supply Service started supplying vaccines directly to health facilities, bypassing intermediaries. The transition reduced supply hiccups and enabled the health sector to focus on its core activities. However, in remote areas, achievements were modest, and health facilities have been receiving supplies indirectly through district health offices. By design, health posts collect vaccines from health centers, causing demotivation of health extension workers and frequent closure of health posts. Challenges of the VSCLS include artificial shortage due to ill forecasting and failure to request needs on time, lack of functional refrigerators secondary to scarcity of skilled technicians and spare parts, and absence of dependable backup power at health centers. Vaccine wastages owing to poor forecasts, negligence, and cold chain problems are common. The VSCLS has not yet sustainably embraced digital logistics solutions. The system is overstrained by frequent outbreak responses and introduction of new vaccines. We concluded that the transition has improved the VSCLS, but the reach remains suboptimal in remote areas.
High Efficacy of Ivermectin for Strongyloidiasis Treatment
Authors: Sengthong Chatchawan , Pinlaor Somchai , Yingklang Manachai , Haonon Ornuma , Jantawong Chanakan , Pinlaor Porntip , Sithithaworn Paiboon , Hongsrichan Nuttanan 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT.
Infection with Strongyloides stercoralis is often asymptomatic but can be life-threatening in immunocompromised patients, which can be prevented by ivermectin (IVM) treatment. The efficacy of IVM has been reported to have lessened over time in some regions as a consequence of prolonged use and mass treatment campaigns. Ivermectin has been used in Thailand for more than a decade; therefore, we investigated the efficacy of a single dose (200 µg/kg) of IVM against in asymptomatic strongyloidiasis in northeastern Thailand. Fecal samples were collected before and 2 weeks after treatment and were analyzed for the presence of Strongyloides using a modified agar plate culture and the formalin-ethyl acetate concentration technique. Our results showed that single-dose IVM treatment successfully eliminated S. stercoralis infection in asymptomatic individuals in the endemic area with a 100% cure rate, indicating the high efficacy of IVM treatment in strongyloidiasis in northeast Thailand.
Upaya Pencegahan Tindak Pidana dalam Proses Pembelajaran di Pondok Pesantren Manba’ul ‘Ulum-Cirebon
Authors: Miskiah Siti , Siregar Ahmad Munawir , Maulana Shella 
Published: April 2024

Salah satu pondok pesantren di Kabupaten Cirebon yang menjadi objek pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang berbasis penelitian adalah Pondok Pesantren Manba’ul ‘Ulum. Obyek pengabdian yang disosialisasikan yaitu peserta didik dapat mengetahui latar belakang kejahatan baik pisik maupun psikis yang terjadi di lembaga pendidikan, serta pengaturan ketentuan hukum yang dapat dijatuhkan kepada seseorang yang melakukan tindak pidana terhadap tubuh baik pisik maupun psikis, namun sebagian besar, peserta didik belum mengetahui tentang bentuk-bentuk kekerasan pisik maupun psikis itu sendiri; dan Pondok Pesantren Manba’ul ‘Ulum-Cirebon sudah membuat dan menerapkan ketentuan larangan perbuatan penganiayaan dalam proses belajar di lingkungan pesantren. Adapun yang menjadi masalah tindak pidana kekerasan dalam proses pendidikan Pondok Pesantren Manba’ul ‘Ulum tanpa disadari merupakan penomena yang kerap terjadi dalam pembelajaran. Adapun jumalah santri dan tenaga kependidikan yang mengikuti penyuluhan berjumlah 27 orang. Tujuannya agar santri dan seluruh pihak yang terlibat dalam pemberian hukuman menyadari bahwa semua hukuman yang dilakukan akan berdampak kepada santri baik pada saat ini ataupun dimasa mendatang. Pengalaman mendapatkan hukuman dapat mempengaruhi kehidupan santri dimasa yang akan datang. Metode kegiatan penyuluhan kepada masyarakat di lingkungan Madrasah Aliyah Manba’ul ‘Ulum-Cirebon di Jl. Nyi Ageng Serang, Sindangmekar, Kecamatan Dukupuntang, Kabupaten Cirebon Provinsi Jawa Barat berbasis hasil riset. Kegiatan ini terlaksana selama Semester Ganjil 2022/2023, yaitu sejak September 2022 hingga Pebruari 2023. Kegiatan ini diawali dengan penelitian di awal Semester Ganjil 2022/2023 pada bulan September 2022 dan diakhiri dengan sosialisasi hasil penelitian di akhir Semester Ganjil 2022/2023 pada bulan Januari 2023, Temuan dari hasil pengabdian tidak terdapat kekerasan atau tindak pidana kekerasan seksual maupun kekerasan fisik.
Personal characteristics of convicted men with demonstrative blackmail behavior
Authors: Кузнецова Д.А. 
Published: April 2024

Введение: статья посвящена анализу результатов исследования личностных особенностей осужденных мужчин с демонстративно-шантажным поведением и разработке рекомен- даций по работе с данной категорией лиц. Цель: на основе данных описать особенности осужденных с демонстративно-шантажным поведением и сформулировать основные направления коррекции. Методы: анализ научных источников, диагностический (опрос), методы математической обработки данных. Результаты: осужденные с демонстративно-шантажным поведением в сравнении с осужденными, не находящимися на профилактическом учете, обладают более выраженной отрицательной направленностью, склонны к обману, нарушению установленных правил, проявлению агрессии, направленной как на себя, так и на окружающую среду, манипулированию другими людьми. В связи со сниженной способностью к саморегуляции и самоконтролю осужденным с демонстративно-шантажным поведением свойственны импульсивные действия в стрессовых ситуациях, необдуманные поступки. Вывод: выявленные личностные особенности осужденных с демонстративно-шантажным поведением должны учитываться как при организации психологической работы, так и при взаимодействии с ними всех сотрудников учреждения.
Introduction: the article analyzes results of the study of personal convicts with demonstrative blackmail behavior and proposes recommendations for working with this category. Purpose: based on the data, to describe characteristics of convicts with demonstrative blackmail behavior and formulate on their basis key directions of correction activities. Methods: analysis of literary sources, diagnostic (survey), methods of mathematical data processing. Results: convicts with demonstrative blackmail behavior, in comparison with convicts who are not on preventive registration, have a more pronounced negative orientation, are capable of deception, prone to violating established rules, capable of aggression both against themselves and the environment, more prone to manipulating other people. Having a reduced ability to self-regulation and self-control, convicts with demonstra- tive blackmail behavior are prone to impulsive actions in stressful situations, thoughtless actions. Conclusion: the identified personal characteristics of convicts with demonstrative blackmail behav- ior should be taken into account both when organizing psychological work with them and when orga- nizing interaction with all employees of the institution.
Mediated Translation between Italian and Russian Languages
Authors: Giust Anna 
Published: April 2024

La forza del destino was commissioned to Giuseppe Verdi by the St Petersburg Imperial Theatres in 1861, and premiered in November 1862, at the Bolshoy Kamenny Theatre. The opera was written on a libretto by Francesco Maria Piave, and draws its subject from the Spanish drama Don Álvaro o la fuerza del sino, by Ángel de Saavedra, through an Italian version by Faustino Sanseverino, and with insertions of fragments from Schiller’s trilogy Wallengstein. In this paper I analyse the genesis of the opera, considering the typical derivation of Italian operatic librettos from pre-existing literary works, a process that combines mediated and inter-semiotic translation. This allows me to show the artistic resources offered by mediated translation in the field of stage literature. On another level of discussion, given that for the Premiere Apollon Grigor’yev translated the libretto from Italian to Russian, I consider the role of translation on the reception of this subject by the local audience.