bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
THE CORRELATION BETWEEN THE SEVERITY OF DENTAL CARIES AND THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF TEENAGE GIRLS IN ORPHANAGES IN BANJARMASIN
Authors: Safitri Erlis Tiana , Dwinta Sari Galuh , Hatta Isnur 
Published: November 2023

Background: Teenagers experience an increase of caries rate every year, such as the rate of 4.9 in 2013 increased to 7.2 in 2018. The caries rate by female teenagers tends to be higher than the male's rate of 7.2 in number. Adolescents, especially female teenagers, have a high sensitivity to the perfection of their physical appearance and attractiveness so that the high caries rate can be a negative influence on their quality of life. Purpose: To analyze the relationship between the severity of caries and the quality of life teenage girls in female orphanages in Banjarmasin. Methods: The method that was used in this study was observational analytic with the implementation of a cross sectional approach. The samples were taken by using simple random sampling techniques with a cross sectional sample formula being applied, obtaining 42 respondents. The data were collected by using the DMF-T index measurement instrument and the Indonesian version of COHIP-SF 19 questionnaire which had been tested for validity and reliability tests. Results: The results of Rank-Spearman test data analysis obtained the significant value of 0.000 (p<0.05) which means the level of dental caries of teenage girls in the orphanages with their quality of life related to dental and oral health had a significant relation, the correlation value that was obtained was 0.531, which means the strength of the correlation was strong toward the positive direction correlation (unidirectional). Conclusion: There is a correlation between the severity of dental caries and the quality of life of teenage girls in the orphanages. Keywords : Caries, orphanage, quality of life, teenage girl
DIFFERENCES OF HERBAL AND NON-HERBAL TOOTHPASTE AGAINST DECREASING PLAQUE INDEX OF ADOLESCENT WOMEN
Authors: Rahma Siti Almira , Dharmawan Setyawardhana R. Harry , Dewi Nurdiana 
Published: November 2023

Background: Women had better dental and oral health than men because women had better fine motor skills and manual dexterity than men. Dental and oral health problems commonly found in adolescents were caused by plaque. Plaque is a soft layer tightly attached to the tooth’s surface. Plaque could be cleaned mechanically and chemically by brushing teeth using toothpaste. Toothpaste was divided into two types, namely herbal and non-herbal toothpaste which had ingredients that were efficacious for dental health. Purpose: Analyzing the differences in the effectiveness of herbal and non-herbal toothpaste against decreasing plaque index in adolescent women around 11-19 years at the Aisyiah Hikmah Zam-Zam Orphanage and Harapan Ibu Orphanage, Banjarmasin. Methods: This study used the true experimental method with a pre-and post-test control group design, using simple random sampling. Result: The Wilcoxon test in the herbal toothpaste group obtained a significant value of 0.001 (<0.05) which meant that there was a significant difference between the plaque index before and after using herbal toothpaste, while in the non-herbal toothpaste group a significant value of 0.124 (>0.05) which meant that there was no significant difference between the plaque index before and after using non-herbal toothpaste. The significance of the Mann-Whitney test in the herbal and non-herbal toothpaste group was 0.037 (<0.05), which meant that there were differences in the effectiveness of herbal and non-herbal toothpaste in adolescent women. Conclusion: Toothpaste with herbal content was more effective in lowering plaque index in adolescent women compared to non-herbal toothpaste. Keywords: Adolescent, Herbal Toothpaste, Nonherbal Toothpaste, Plaque Index
BACTERIAL INFECTIONS-INDUCED ORAL ERYTHEMA MULTIFORME IN A SEPTIC CHILD: A RARE CASE REPORT
Authors: Shafuria Amira , Setiadhi Riani 
Published: November 2023

Background: Sepsis is a medical emergency condition that triggers an immune response due to an infectious process. Causative organisms in sepsis including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Microorganism infection is one of the etiologies of erythema multiforme. Objective: This case report was aimed to describe the bacterial infection as a trigger for oral erythema multiforme in a septic child. Case: A 12-years-old boy was referred to the Oral Medicine Department. Extraoral showed a symmetric face and he was using a nasogastric tube. There were erosive lesions and tend to bleed, hemorrhagic crusts on the upper and lower lips. Laboratory test results revealed increasing in leukocyte (15,880/µL), procalcitonin (24.58 ng/mL), and C-reactive protein (3.67 mg/L). The identified microorganisms in pus specimens including gram-positive coccus and gram-negative rods as well as the isolated bacterial colonies were Enterococcus faecalis, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Citrobacter koseri. The diagnosis was oral erythema multiforme induced by bacterial infections. Case management: The medications given by the Pediatric Department were cefotaxime vial 1 gram, metronidazole 500 mg/100 ml, and paracetamol 1 gr/100 ml. The Oral Medicine Department gave the instructions for compressing the lips with gauze soaked in 0.9% Sodium Chloride solution four times a day to remove crusts and accelerate wound healing. Oral lesions showed significant improvement after 7 days of therapy. Conclusion: Oral erythema multiforme in a pediatric patient could be induced by sepsis of bacterial infection. The microbial infection causes the release of endotoxins that trigger erythema multiforme. Keywords: Bacterial infection, Oral erythema multiforme, Sepsis.
TREATMENT OF GRANULOMATOUS EPULIS USING LASER
Authors: Yoyada Novendy , Saptaswari Dianty , Kurniawan Hansen , Hendro Onge Victoria 
Published: November 2023

Background: Epulis is an epithelial tumor that is non-osteogenic. Epulis can be found in the oral cavity both on the gingiva and in the alveolar mucosa. Epulis is a benign enlargement of soft tissue. Granulomatous epulis is one type of epulis that is often found. This granulomatous epulis is a granulative tissue reaction with the characteristics of bleeding easily and having a reddish color. This epulis can disturb the patient both psychologically because there is a large mass in the oral cavity, causing it to be unaesthetic if it occurs in the anterior teeth area, disrupting the chewing process and even disrupting the speech process if it is in the posterior teeth. Apart from causing discomfort to the patient, there are several types of epulis that can cause pain. Objective: To find out how to make a diagnosis of granulomatous epulis accompanied by treatment using a laser. Case: A 45 year old female patient came with complaints of enlarged gums since 1 year ago. The patient initially used dentures, but currently the dentures cannot be used and the patient feels uncomfortable because he cannot chew food due to a large lump in the oral cavity. Case Treatment: At the first visit, an etiotropic phase is carried out in the form of elimination of local factors, then the patient is referred for supporting examinations in the form of panoramic radiography and FNA-B examination. This examination functions to determine whether there is malignancy or not. After the results showed no malignancy, we continued with the surgical phase in the form of excision of granulomatous epulis using a laser. Conclusion: Granulomatous epulis therapy using laser accompanied by removal of remaining tooth roots shows satisfactory therapeutic results. Keyword: Epulis, Epulis Granulomatosa, Excision, Laser
The Implementation of Team-Based Learning for English Department Students
Authors: Ariani Aura Zahro , Aviani Cynthia Tri Puji 
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study is to explore English Education Department students’ perceptions and experiences about the implementation of Team-Based Learning for their class. The study was carried out using a qualitative methodology, and five students were used as the sample population for an interview. The total number of participants who took part in this study was 33 students who came from the second grade from semester 6. Participants were given a close-ended questionnaire to collect their perceptions about team-based learning. According to the survey, the majority of students believed that group projects enhanced learning, although some challenges persisted. As a consequence of the interview findings, it was discovered that several of the issues raised by the students were brought on by the group's members. Some students preferred working by themselves had varying levels of skill, found it challenging to speak with others, did not respect differing viewpoints, did not want to collaborate (students who study more slowly), and did not want to learn.
TREND PENGABDIAN MASYARAKAT BIDANG ILMU KOMUNIKASI DI INDONESIA
Authors: Astuty Sri , Masduki Masduki , Ras Amanda Ni Made 
Published: November 2023

Tulisan ini mendasarkan pada kajian tentang ilmu komunikasi yang berkaca dari Tridarma Perguruan Tinggi, tidak hanya berfokus pada pendidikan dan pengajaran serta penelitian semata, akan tetapi juga haruslah memenuhi unsur pengabdian masyarakat sebagai wujud implementasi keilmuan kepada masyarakat. Trend pengabdian masyarakat bidang ilmu komunikasi di Indonesia menjadi bagian penting untuk ditelaah mengingat bagian ini sering dianggap tidak terlalu penting, dimana porsi perhitungan angka kredit yang diperoleh oleh dosen dari bidang ini tidak besar dan tidak perlu dalam kuantitas banyak per tahun. Hal inilah yang menjadi menarik, karena keberadaan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat belum mendapat prioritas dalam berbagai aspek, sehingga tujuan kajian ini adalah untuk melihat trend dan ragam pengabdian masyarakat bidang Ilmu Komunikasi di Indonesia. Metode yang digunakan dalam kajian ini dengan metode survey dengan alat ukur kuesioner melalui bantuan google form yang tersebar ke berbagai program studi ilmu komunikasi yang ada di Indonesia. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa potret dan trend berdasarkan tema pengabdian masyarakat, bentuk pengabdian masyarkat, target sasaran pengabdian masyarakat maupun pembiayaan pengabdian masyarakat memiliki prosentase kesamaan yang identik setiap program studi di Indonesia dengan rerata kesamaan mencapai 90%, di mana pengabdian masyarakat yang diimplementasikan menjadi tidak sejalan dengan kekhasan yang dimiliki oleh masing-masing program studi ilmu komunikasi.
POTENSI DAN PELUANG RADIO KOMUNITAS DI JAWA BARAT
Authors: Sjuchro Dian Wardiana , Rusmana Agus , Sjafirah Nuryah Asri , Viannisa Nadhifa 
Published: November 2023

Kehadiran radio komunitas yang tidak lepas dari semangat demokratisasi berfungsi sebagai media informasi juga bertujuan untuk mengajak komunitas dalam meningkatkan daya saing, partisipasi aktif dalam penyelesaian masalah, serta menjaga dan merawat kearifan lokal yang ada di daerahnya. Namun di era digitalisasi dengan kecanggihan teknologi seperti saat ini menjadikan peran dan keberadaan radio komunitas semakin tersisihkan. Hadirnya Undang-Undang Nomor 11 Tahun 2020 tentang Cipta Kerja serta rancangan Peraturan Pemerintah Pos, Telekomunikasi, dan Penyiaran semakin membuat eksistensi radio komunitas terkikis. Penelitian ini menjadi penting untuk dikaji karena ketersisihan radio komunitas saat ini harusnya di dukung oleh pihak Pemerintah dengan aturan-aturan yang dapat melindungi dan memberikan manfaat bagi keberlangsungan radio komunitas. Penelitian ini ingin membuktikan bahwa radio komunitas masih banyak diminati oleh masyarakat pedesaan sebagai sumber mendapatkan informasi, hiburan, memberi banyak manfaat bagi individu maupun kelompok. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Dalam menentukan informan, peneliti memilih radio komunitas sebagai perwakilan dari: Pass FM Kabupaten Bandung, Rasi Garut, Abilawa Tasikmalaya, Kujang Sumedang, dan Sportif FM Cirebon. Hasil Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa radio komunitas di wilayah Jawa Barat memiliki banyak potensi dan peluang bagi masyarakat sekitarnya, radio komunitas yang sudah diteliti di wilayah yang telah dipilih peneliti berfungsi sebagai sarana pendidikan dan peningkatan standar hidup, berbagi informasi, administrasi pedesaan, mempromosikan budaya dan hiburan, serta kohesi atau perekat sosial. Dengan kata lain, radio komunitas memiliki potensi dan peluang untuk memberikan manfaat pada masyarakat sekitarnya. Perkembangan radio komunitas harus di dukung oleh pihak Pemerintah lewat regulasi yang dapat melindungi keberlangsungan radio komunitas.
WITHDRAWN: Feasibility of using Gag proteins to reawaken dormant HIV infection based on bioinformatics analysis
Authors: Chen S. 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

By analyzing the effects of LRAs under epigenetic constraints and considering the variability in NF-κB sites, it is evident that the activation of NF-κB alone is not sufficient to trigger latent HIV. The author used bioinformatics methods to analyze the viral proteins and their PBS. The results show that the amino acid sequence ARG of Gag proteins of HTLV-1, HTLV-2, STLV-1 and STLV-2 match their PBS GGGGGCTCG in the 3'-to-5' direction and that the amino acid sequence SPR of Gag proteins of HIV-1, HIV-2, SIV and FIV match their PBS GGCGCCCGA in the 3'-to-5' direction. Related studies have shown that the genomic Gag/Gag-Pol complex recruits the LysRS/tRNA complex. The selective packaging of the tRNA primer requires HIV-1 Gag and Gag-Pol, and an interaction between LysRS and Gag is observed in vitro. In HIV-1, Gag/LysRS interaction depends on Gag sequences within the CTD of CA around amino acids 283-363 and motif 1 of LysRS around amino acids 208-259. It should be noted that the amino acid sequence SPR of the Gag protein is located at amino acids 148-150 within the NTD of CA, specifically at the NTD-NTD interface 1. This study demonstrates the NTD of CA of the Gag protein matching with PBS, while relevant studies have shown interactions between the CTD of CA of the Gag protein and PBS. Currently, it can be confirmed that the CA of the Gag protein interacts with PBS, providing new options for future treatment approaches beyond LRAs.
Plasma Powder Transferred Arc Additive Manufacturing of ((Fe,Ni)-Al) intermetallic alloy and resulting properties
Authors: Treutler Kai 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Intermetallic alloys such as iron aluminides are of increasing interest for high-temperature applications due to their properties. However, their application potential is restricted by their limited machinability with conventional manufacturing methods such as milling. Arc-based additive manufacturing offers an approach to produce these materials to final contour or with very little post-processing. However, the properties of many intermetallic alloys, such as low toughness, require a special manufacturing process. Using a selected iron-nickel-aluminum intermetallic compound as an example, a possible process, including a subsidiary heat treatment, for the arc-based additive manufacturing of materials based on brittle intermetallic materials is presented. This process route could enable the production of structural components. In addition, some basic mechanical properties that can be achieved in a component are shown proportionally. These properties include initial investigations into the wear resistance of this kind of compounds. It is shown that these intermetallic compounds have a superior wear resistance compared tocommonly used co-base alloys but have a lower density compared to cobalt-basis alloys.
Application of second near infrared fluorescence imaging to trace CelTrac1000-labeled hair follicle epidermal neural crest stem cells in repairing rat facial nerve defects
Authors: Lv Shangrui , Zhu Guochen , Zhang Jing , Tang Li , Li Qiong 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background Tissue engineering based on stem cells has achieved satisfactory results in repairing facial nerve defects. However, the in vivo process of the transplanted cells has not been fully clear until now, although it is critical to understand the process and the underlying mechanism of regeneration for better therapeutic outcomes. Recently, second near-infrared window (NIR-II) fluorescence imaging has emerged as a rapidly evolving bio-imaging technique capable of visualizing and quantifying biological processes at the cellular level of living organisms.
Methods Firstly, rat hair follicle epidermal neural crest stem cells (EPI-NCSCs) were isolated, cultured and identified by expression of SOX10 and Nestin, and then labeled with CelTrac1000. Rat acellular nerve allografts (ANAs) were prepared by chemical extraction. Secondly, 30 adult male rats were randomly and equally assigned into three groups: ANA + cells group, ANA group, and autograft group. The buccal branch of the facial nerve on right side was exposed and a 10-mm-long gap was bridged by ANA laden with CelTrac1000-labeled EPI-NCSCs, ANA laden with CelTrac1000 dye, and autologous nerve, respectively. Thirdly, CelTrac1000-labeled EPI-NCSCs were detected by NIR-II optical imaging system to visualize the behavior of the transplanted cells in vivo postoperatively. Finally, vibrissa movement, compound muscle action potentials (CMAPs) of vibrissal muscle, facial motoneurons retrotraced by Fluorogold, morphology and histology of the regenerated nerves in three groups were analyzed after surgery, respectively.
Results Through 14 weeks of dynamic observation, we found that EPI-NCSCs successfully survived in the ANAs in vivo. Meanwhile, the region of the NIR-II fluorescence signals was gradually limited to be consistent with the route of the regenerative segment of the facial nerve. Furthermore, the degree of the vibrissa movement, the recovery value of the onset latency and amplitude of CMAPs, the number of Fluorogold-labeled cells, the CD31 positive area/total area, the mean gray value of S100 and β-tubulin III, the number and the diameter of the myelinated nerve fibers in the ANA group were lower than the other two groups (P < 0.05), and the other two groups had similar values (P > 0.05). Additionally, the thickness of the myelin sheaths was the thinnest in the ANA group, and the thickest in the autograft group (P< 0.05).
Conclusions The migration map of local CelTrac1000-labeled EPI-NCSCs was successfully monitored by the NIR-II fluorescence imaging system when EPI-NCSCs within the ANAs were applied to treat rat facial nerve defects. Additionally, EPI-NCSCs promoted the ANAs to repair facial nerve defects in a small animal model.
Prevalence and Predictors of Erectile Dysfunction among Filipino men on Social Media: A cross-sectional study
Authors: De Guzman Sagie 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Objectives:
This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and predictors of Erectile Dysfunction (ED) in Filipino men aged 18 and older through a cross-sectional survey from a larger study validating Random Spontaneous Erection Questionnaires (RSEQs).
Methods:
A sample of N= 1,463 social media users from various Philippine regions completed the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) questionnairen on an online survey platform. This assessed ED prevalence and severity, alongside demographic data to explore the impact of age, education, civil status, and sexual orientation. Multiple regression was conducted to find predictors of ED among Filipino men. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used for data analysis.
Results:
ED prevalence among Filipino men was 65.9%. Multiple Regression analysis identified age (ß = -.209, t = -4.919, p < .001), civil status (ß = 2.757, t = 2.809, p < .05), and education (ß = .824, t = 2.856, p < .05) as significant predictors of IIEF scores. Variations in ED prevalence were noted across different social and cultural variables.
Conclusion:
This pioneering study reveals significant ED prevalence among Filipino men, providing essential sociocultural insights for future health interventions and public health planning. The findings emphasize the role of primary care providers, including nurses, in screening and assessing ED in young and middle-aged Filipino men for early management and referral. Further research is needed to explore health-seeking behaviors related to ED in this population.
Knowledge, attitudes, convenience and practice of self-medication among university students of Bangladesh: Structural equation modeling
Authors: Tohan Mortuja Mahamud , Ahmed Faysal , Juie Israt Jahan , Kabir Anamul , Howlader Md. Hasan , Rahman Md. Ashfikur 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

Self-medication is a prevalent practice among university students globally and is a significant public health concern. However, previous research has been limited in scope, focusing primarily on specific student groups or the general public, leaving a gap in understanding the causal relationships associated with self-medication; this study aims to investigate the factors influencing self-medication practices among university students in Bangladesh by developing a comprehensive causal model. Data from 417 students across five public universities were collected using the random walk technique by a team of 10 members. The study utilized constructs of knowledge, attitude, and convenience related to self-medication as independent variables, with self-medication practice as the dependent variable. One-way ANOVA and structural equation modeling were employed to develop a causal model of self-medication practice among university students in Bangladesh. The findings revealed that students with better medication knowledge and adverse drug reactions (ADRs) were more likely to practice self-medication. A positive attitude towards self-medication and ADRs was also significantly associated with higher self-medication practice scores. Additionally, those who perceived self-medication as convenient and prescribed medication as inconvenient had higher self-medication practice scores. The attitude towards self-medication had the most substantial negative effect on self-medication practice, followed by the inconvenience of prescribed medication and the convenience of self-medication. The model explained 87% of the variance in self-medication practice, indicating a good fit for the data. University students in Bangladesh possess intermediate knowledge of medication and primary knowledge of ADRs. They exhibit a positive attitude towards self-medication and ADRs. Physical convenience favors self-medication, while the inconvenience of prescribed medication contributes to its lower preference. Policymakers should focus on evidence-based guidelines for self-medication and enhance the quantity and accessibility of prescribed medications to address the issue effectively.
Reconfiguration of four-degree limited Laman graphs
Authors: Trinh Hoang Minh 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

This paper proposes several simple algorithms for expanding and reducing Laman graphs, of which each vertex has at most four neighbors. These algorithms can be iteratively performed to construct or degenerate a given four-degree limited Laman graph. The correctness of the proposed algorithms is asserted by Laman’s criterion.