bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison of induction of spinal anesthesia in sitting position with legs parallel and crossed for cesarean section: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Puthenveettil Nitu , Rahman Sajan , Achary Arun Ramayyan , Nair Sobha , Kadapamannil Dilesh , Paul Jerry 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background and Aims:
The position of the patient during subarachnoid block has a role in its success. Landmarks of the spine can be easily identified in sitting position. Sitting position with legs parallel (LPSP) produces a reversal of lumbar lordosis. The crossed-leg sitting position (CLSP) is an alternative position. In this study, we compared the ease of performing subarachnoid blocks in these two positions. The objectives were to compare the attempts at subarachnoid placement, patient comfort, ease of landmark palpation, level of block, hypotension, and neonatal outcomes.

Material and Methods:
This randomized trial was performed in 80 parturients posted for elective cesarean section. Parturients were assigned randomly to two groups. In group LPSP, the subarachnoid block was performed in sitting position with legs parallel and in group CLSP in the CLSP with knees and hips flexed.

Results:
The percentage of parturients with a successful subarachnoid block in the first attempt was higher in the CLSP than in LPSP group (87.5% versus 55%). The remaining 12.5% parturients in the CLSP group had successful block in the second attempt. In the LPSP group, 32.5% required two attempts and 12.5% required more than two attempts. This difference was statistically significant (P-value of 0.003). The landmark was easily palpable in 92.5 versus 67.5% of parturients in CLSP and LPSP, respectively, with a P-value of 0.014.

Conclusion:
CLSP is better than a sitting position with legs parallel for reducing the number of attempts and improving the ease of performing the subarachnoid block.
Role of preoperative carbohydrate loading for prevention of perioperative ketoacidosis in elective cesarean delivery
Authors: Sharma Ankita , Singh Udeyana , Kaur Gurpreeti , Grewal Anju , Maingi Sahil , Tidyal Swati 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background and Aims:
Starvation of long duration during third trimester of pregnancy is undesirable as it is associated with accelerated fasting leading to hypoglycemia, raised plasma free fatty acid (FFA) levels, and increased plasma/urinary ketones. Carbohydrate (CHO)-rich drinks given preoperatively may ameliorate these deleterious effects. The enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) guidelines for perioperative care recommend that oral CHO fluid supplementation 2 h before cesarean delivery may be offered to nondiabetic pregnant women. The aim of the study was to evaluate the role of preoperative oral CHO loading for the prevention of perioperative ketoacidosis in elective cesarean deliveries.

Material and Methods:
One hundred and twenty American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) II/III parturients undergoing elective cesarean section under subarachnoid block (SAB) were divided into two groups of 60 each after they gave written informed consent. Group A parturients received 400 ml of filtered water 2 h before surgery. Group B parturients received 400 ml of nonparticulate CHO drink 2 h before surgery. The primary outcome was the incidence of ketonuria studied by the dipstick method. Secondary outcomes included hunger and thirst scores, anxiety score, dominant hand grip strength, and the quality of recovery score.

Results:
The urine ketone levels were positive (+1) in 8.3% parturients in group A and 1.7% parturients in the CHO group (P value- 0.094). The hunger and thirst scores as well as the modified Beck’s anxiety scores were significantly lower in the CHO group (P value- 0.002). Dominant hand grip strength was preserved in both the groups (P value- 0.827). The quality of recovery score was significantly improved in the CHO group (P value- 0.002). No serious adverse effects were noted in either group.

Conclusion:
Oral CHO drink is safe when administered 2 h before uncomplicated elective cesarean deliveries. It may have a positive influence on a wide range of perioperative markers of clinical outcome.
On the dual positive cones and the algebraicity of a compact K\"ahler manifold
Authors: Lin Hsueh-Yung 
Published: February 2024

We investigate the algebraicity of compact K\&quot;ahler manifolds admitting a positive rational Hodge class of bidimension $(1,1)$. We prove that if the dual K\&quot;ahler cone of a compact K\&quot;ahler manifold $X$ contains a rational class as an interior point, then its Albanese variety is projective. As a consequence, we answer the Oguiso--Peternell problem for Ricci-flat compact K\&quot;ahler manifolds. We also study related algebraicity problems for threefolds.Comment: Published version
La etnobotánica de plantas medicinales y su deterioro en una comunidad de la sierra del Perú
Authors: Acosta-Román Mercedes , Saldaña-Chafloque Charles Frank , Guerra-Comun Juan Angel , Calderon-Sullca Martha Isabel , Crusatt-Vila Ana Maria , Utus-Herrera Rosa Hisela Vanesa 
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: Identificar etnobotánicamente las plantas medicinales y su inclinación al deterioro de la Comunidad Andina de Daniel Hernández. Metodología: Estudio descriptivo, población de 438 familias y una muestra de 205 familias de la Comunidad Andina de Daniel Hernández, Huancavelica, Perú; se empleó la técnica de entrevista del tipo semiestructurada, posteriormente se efectuó la recolección de las plantas medicinales brindadas por los entrevistados; luego, se realizó las determinaciones taxonómicas, logrando de esta forma obtener información respecto a las enfermedades que son tratadas con plantas medicinales, según la OMS; en la determinación de especies medicinales con inclinación al deterioro, se clasificados según lo siguiente: Nivel I (nivel muy bajo) menor a 10; Nivel II (nivel bajo) 11 a 20; Nivel III (nivel medio) 21 a 30; Nivel IV (nivel alto) 31 a 40; y, Nivel V (nivel muy alto) mayor a 41. Resultados: Se reporta las plantas medicinales empleadas siendo 63 familias, 142 géneros y 144 especies; también, se reporta la diversidad de plantas medicinales con inclinación al deterioro siendo 53 familias, 93 géneros y 101 especies, catalogándose en el nivel V de especies en deterioro. Conclusiones: Una elevada diversidad de plantas medicinales halladas en la Comunidad Andina de Daniel Hernández, las cuales presentan un alto nivel con tendencia a la pérdida de población de especies de plantas medicinales.
Stakeholders Engagement pada Publikasi CSR dan Asosiasinya dengan Kinerja Keuangan
Authors: Bakrie Abdurrachman , Usman Berto 
Published: February 2024

The aim of this research is to examine the impact of stakeholder reactions observed on social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Youtube) on financial performance. What distinguishes this study from previous research is the utilization of different variables and measurement methods. Previous researchers conducted their investigations on individual social media platforms, such as Facebook or Twitter. Meanwhile, in this study, we consider the stakeholder reactions extracted from Twitter, Instagram, Youtube platforms as well as employing control variables such as Size and Age. The hypotheses of this study are grounded in stakeholder theory and legitimacy theory. Purposive sampling was employed to collect data from companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2019 to 2022. Multiple linear regression was utilized as the analytical method, and the data were of a secondary nature, gathered through documentation methods. The research findings indicate that stakeholder reactions observed on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram do not have a significant impact on financial performance, while when observed on Youtube, they exhibit a partial influence with a positive simultaneous effect.
Keywords: Stakeholders, Financial Performance, ROA, ROE, Indonesia Stock Exchange, Social Media.
High-Quality Education and Research Collaboration Play a Key Role in the Success of University-Integrated Hubs: Case Study of Kenyatta University – Chandaria Centre for Innovation
Authors: Nyiringango Pascal 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: This study was carried out to investigate the role played by High-quality education and research collaboration in the success of university-integrated hubs.
Methodology: The study used Kenyatta University –Chandaria Centre for Innovation as the case study. The study employed a qualitative method and was descriptive by design. To cover all the variables, the study employed a theoretical framework that combined; Social Network Theory, Resource-Based View (RBV) Theory, and Institutional Theory. The theoretical framework allowed the researcher to investigate the role of social networks, resources, and institutional arrangements of the university in the success of university-integrated hubs.
Findings: The study findings showed that indeed there has been collaboration between researcher and also between the university and the private sector. These social networks together with resources and institutional arrangements at the university have greatly contributed to the success of the ihub. Despite the success however, there are still challenges which include; poor funding for research, high internet costs, lack of national policy on intellectual property, internal weaknesses included; poor state funding, lack of national policy on intellectual property, expensive internet services, non-commercialization of innovations and many others.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: For University embedded ihubs to achieve their intended goal, the study give several suggestions such as increased research funding, fast tracking national policy on intellectual property, access to financial assistance and many others.
THE ROLE OF THE CLEAN ENERGY TRANSITION IN GLOBAL PRACTICE: EMISSION REDUCTION, UTILIZATION AND STORAGE OF HYDROCARBON
Authors: Mammadov T. U. , Mammadzade P. U. 
Published: February 2024

The energy sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. In turn, climate change can disrupt energy networks themselves, strain infrastructure and create security risks for people.Producing electricity and heat by burning fossil fuels – coal, oil or gas – produces large amounts of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide, which blanket the Earth and trap the sun’s heat.Carbon abatement, utilization, and storage involve reducing carbon dioxide levels, typically at large single-point sources such as power plants or industrial facilities that use fossil fuels or biomass as fuel. If the resulting CO2 is not used on-site, it is compressed and transported by pipeline, ship, rail, or truck for use in a variety of applications, or injected into deep geologic formations such as depleted oil and gas reservoirs and saline aquifers.Hydrocarbon abatement, utilization and storage can be retrofitted into existing power plants and industrial plants, allowing them to operate continuously. Companies, through restructuring, can address hydrocarbon emissions in sectors that are difficult to reduce capacity, especially in sectors such as cement, steel or chemicals. Reducing emissions, utilization and storage of hydrocarbon can balance emissions that are impossible or technically difficult to reduce.
CHINA’S INVESTMENT ACTIVITY IN THE BRICS COUNTRIES
Authors: Sokolan D. S. 
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this article is to determine how close China’s investment cooperation is with the BRICS countries and what are the prospects for China’s investment activities in these countries. In recent years, China has consistently ranked among the top three largest investors in the world. Many developed countries are concerned about China’s active investment activity in Europe and Africa. However, despite all the risks from FDI, countries continue to attract FDI, including Brazil and South Africa. In particular, today, due to the tense geopolitical situation, Russia is interested in China’s investments more than ever. The BRICS countries already have their own bank to finance projects within the association, however, it is important to strengthen investment cooperation as well.The results of the study show that the main capital of Chinese investors is accumulated in Brazil, where Chinese investors are attracted by the extractive industry. Almost half as much Chinese FDI was made in Russia as in Brazil, where the country’s energy sector was also the main recipient. Despite the difficult political environment in India, Chinese investors have been gradually increasing investment in the country in recent years. South Africa and Russia are now members of China’s The Belt and Road Initiative, where China directs a significant share of all its foreign investments. Having the greatest financial capacity, China can become a link between the countries by investing in joint projects in these countries.
Effect of Probiotic, Prebiotic and Synbiotic Supplementation on Haemato-Biochemical Profile in SVVU T-17 Grower Pigs
Authors: PRATYUSHA B , CHAKRAVARTHI M KALYANA , GANGARAJU G , SUDHEER K 
Published: February 2024

The experiment was aimed to assess the influence of dietary supplementation with probiotic, prebiotic, and synbiotic on the haemato-biochemical profile of SVVU T-17 grower pigs. Twenty-four pigs, aged 2-3 months and with similar body weights, were randomly assigned to four treatment groups: Control (basal diet alone), T1 (basal diet with 0.1% multi-strain probiotic), T2 (basal diet with 0.1% mannan-oligosaccharide prebiotic), and T3 (basal diet with 0.1% synbiotic). Haematological parameters showed no significant differences among the groups (P > 0.05). However, serum albumin levels were significantly (P < 0.01) higher in the T3 group. Both serum cholesterol and triglycerides exhibited significant (P < 0.01) decreases in the treatment groups (T1, T2 and T3) compared to the control group, while total protein and serum glucose remained consistent. In conclusion, synbiotic supplementation demonstrated a positive effect on serum albumin, and all treatments led to a significant decrease in lipid profiles.
A Study on Biometric Parameters and Chemical Composition of Super Napier Green Fodder
Authors: JYOTHI N , REDDY RAVINDRA , BABU D SURESH , RAO D SRINIVASA , REDDY L S S VARAPRASAD , CHAKRAVARTHI M  KALYANA 
Published: February 2024

An experiment was conducted to study the biometric parameters of Super Napier green fodder along with assessment of chemical composition, cell wall constituents and fodder characteristics at different days of harvest at Livestock Research Station, Siddarampuram, in Anantapur district. The fodder characteristics of Super Napier i.e., plant height (cm), basal circumference (cm), tillers per plant (number), leaves per tiller (number), leaves per plant (number) increased as age advanced showing a significant difference (P < 0.01) at 15, 30, 45 and 60 days of harvesting. The mean proximate values of Super Napier fodder for DM, CP, CF, EE, TA and NFE were 22.43 ± 2.35, 9.94 ± 1.04, 32.66 ± 1.63, 1.94 ± 0.23, 11.32 ± 1.23 and 44.11 ± 1.47 per cent, respectively. The mean cell wall constituents of NDF, ADF, Hemicellulose, Cellulose, ADL and Silica were 63.64 ± 1.51, 37.90 ± 1.54, 25.74 ±1.47, 27.31 ± 1.74, 8.26 ± 1.31 and 3.38 ± 0.28 per cent, respectively. The leaf area index noticed at the time of harvest was 9.43. The leaf to stem ratio observed at 15th, 30th, 45th and 60th day of harvest was 1.50 ± 0.22, 0.65 ± 0.05, 0.43 ± 0.03 and 0.22 ± 0.11, respectively. Highest leaf to stem ratio was recorded at 15 days of age and lowest at 60 days of age.
Identification et dosage du Deltaméthrine dans les moustiquaires imprégnées d’insecticide par la Chromatographie Liquide à Haute Performance au Laboratoire national de la santé à Bamako
Authors: Diallo Tidiane , Al Et. 
Published: February 2024

Objectif : Contribuer au contrôle de qualité des moustiquaires imprégnées d’insecticides par la technique de la Chromatographie liquide à haute performance pour assurer leur efficacité dans la prévention du paludisme au Mali.
Matériel et Méthodes : les échantillons étaient constitués de moustiquaires achetées ou obtenues gratuitement. L’échantillonnage a consisté à une coupure aléatoire de petits morceaux sur les cinq côtés de la moustiquaire puis une coupure d’un carré modèle de 10*10 cm. Au total quatre moustiquaires ont fait l’objet d’analyse. Le matériel utilisé pour l’analyse des moustiquaires était la Chromatographie liquide haute performance (HPLC) couplée à un Détecteur à Barrette de Diode. La méthode d’analyse était basée sur une extraction solide/liquide avec comme solvant d’extraction l’Acétone pendant une période de deux heures puis évaporer à sec l’extrait. L’extrait sec a été récupéré avec 1 mL d’Acétonitrile pour analyse.
Résultats : Tous les échantillons étaient à base de polyester, sauf un qui était en polyéthylène et un poids variant entre 452,3 et 651,0 grammes. Les conditions chromatographiques utilisées ont permis d’identifier et doser la Deltaméthrine dans les échantillons de moustiquaires à un temps de rétention de 3,27 minutes. Les différentes gammes de concentrations étaient proportionnelles à la surface des pics obtenues. Un échantillon sur quatre était sous dosé donc non conforme.
Conclusion : La méthode ainsi mise en place permettra le dosage de la Deltaméthrine dans les différents matériaux de moustiquaires afin d’assurer la surveillance de la qualité des moustiquaires au Mali.
Le diabète au cours de l’infection par le VIH: a propos de 22cas
Authors: Rania Rania , Al Et. 
Published: February 2024

Objectif : décrire le profil épidémio-clinique des patients diabétique séropositifs au VIH.
Matériels et méthodes : Etude rétrospective entre janvier 2007 et novembre 2020 de 22 patients ayant une association VIH-diabète et suivi au service des maladies infectieuses au CHU Mohamed VI Marrakech.
Résultats : Sur 22 patients ayant une association VIH-diabète : L’âge moyen était de 45,1ans [31-70ans], Le diabète a été diagnostiqué avant l’infection à VIH dans72.7 % des cas, en même temps que l’infection à VIH dans9.09 % des cas, et au cours de suivi de l’infection à VIH dans 18.18 % des cas. Les signes cliniques chez les patients où le diagnostic du diabète au début ou au cours de suivi de l’infection à VIH étaient : L’asthénie dans 33.3 % des cas, l’amaigrissement dans 16.66 % des cas, et 50 % des patients étaient asymptomatiques. Les glycémies moyennes des patients variaient entre 1.58 et 3.86 g/l. Les patients dont la découverte du diabète a été faite durant le suivi de l’infection à VIH étaient tous sous association de deux inhibiteurs nucléotidiques de la transcriptase inverse (INTI) avec un inhibiteur non nucléotidique de la transcriptase inverse (INNTI) dans 75% des cas ou à un inhibiteur de la protéase (IP) dans 25% des cas.
Conclusion : L’infection à VIH peut jouer un rôle dans l’augmentation du nombre de personnes souffrant de diabète, ou au moins de tolérance altérée au glucose, en raison des effets secondaires liés à certains antirétroviraux (ARV). Par conséquent, il faut choisir les ARV les moins toxiques et dépister tôt les anomalies métaboliques. La prise en charge devrait être multidisciplinaire.
Prévalence des marqueurs infectieux chez les donneurs de sang au centre régional de transfusion sanguine de Sokodé
Authors: Bawè LD , Al Et. 
Published: February 2024

Introduction : L’impact des maladies infectieuses émergentes sur la sécurité transfusionnelle peut être exploré à travers les systèmes d’hémovigilance. L’objectif de cette étude était d’estimer la prévalence de l’hépatite B et C, le VIH et la syphilis chez les donneurs de sang à Sokodé (Togo).
Méthodes : Une étude rétrospective a été menée au Centre Régional de Transfusion Sanguine de Sokodé du 1er Janvier au 31 Décembre 2018. Tous les dons de sang testés pour les quatre marqueurs infectieux durant la période d’étude ont été inclus. Les données collectées ont été encodées, saisies et analysées à l’aide du logiciel Transfus Control 4.5. Nos résultats ont été présentés sous forme d’effectifs et de fréquences.
Résultats : Le total des dons obtenus durant la période d’étude était de 12.063. Tous les donneurs de sang étaient des donneurs volontaires, majoritairement jeunes (95,76% des donneurs était âgé de moins de 40 ans). Nous avons noté une prédominance masculine (84,5% d’hommes et 15,5% de femmes). La prévalence globale des marqueurs s’élevait à 5,76%.Les prévalences spécifiques étaient respectivement de 4,88 % ; 0,78 % ; 0,1% et 00% pour l’hépatite B, l’hépatite C, le VIH et la syphilis. La prévalence pour la co-infection hépatite B-hépatite C enregistrée était de 0,049%. L’hépatite B représentait l’infection majoritaire (84,16%).
Conclusion : La prévalence de l’hépatite B était élevée et très alarmante.
Development of Speed Training Equipment and Dollyo Chagi's Taekwondo Kick Speed Endurance Using Pyongyo
Authors: Alhumary Farid M. , Swandana Atika , Sirait Wahyu Alexandrian , Simangunsong Yessy Veronika 
Published: February 2024

The purpose of the study. The context of this research is that coaches and trainers must be able to adapt to competition as a result of the continuously changing technological landscape in the coaching process . Staying focused throughout training is the trainer's responsibility. This is important because, in addition to monitoring training progress, the trainer's role during sessions also requires the ability to evaluate programme results. To train the speed and endurance of kicks for taekwondo players , this research aims to design a speed and endurance training tool for Dollyo kicks. Chagi uses sensors, LEDs and digital accounting.
Materials and methods. The following processes form a research methodology called research and development, which include: potential and problems; data collection; product design; design validation; design revision; product trials; product revision; and mass production.
Results. Based on research, 93% of Taekwondo I experts are good at stage I, and 95% are very good at stage II. The assessment for stage I was 75% good, while stage II was 95% very good, according to Taekwondo II experts. Electrical expert I gave a good rating of 74% for stage I and a very good score of 95% for stage II. The Phase I assessment for Electrical Expert II was 90% very good, and the Phase II assessment was 95% very good.
Conclusions. In small group testing, 71% of trainer evaluation methods were considered very good; large group testing was 89.37%; and product testing was 89.37%.