bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Quand un prince prend lui-même la plume : les « Mémoires » de ʿAbd Allāh b. Zīrī de Grenade (xie siècle)
Authors: Tixier du Mesnil Emmanuelle 
Published: February 2025

Les « Mémoires » du dernier souverain ziride de Grenade ʿAbd Allāh b. Zīrī, le Tibyān ʿan al-ḥādiṯa al-kāʾina bi-dawlat Banī Zīrī fī Ġarnāṭa, constituent l’une des plus exceptionnelles sources de l’histoire d’al-Andalus. Rédigé à l’extrême fin du xie siècle, ce document hors du commun est tout à la fois une histoire de sa famille depuis son arrivée en al-Andalus, l’explication de l’échec de son propre règne, et le moyen d’une rédemption par l’écriture. Loin des poncifs/clichés de l’hagiographie, ce récit d’une rare lucidité présente la grande originalité d’être écrit à la première personne, en un Moyen Âge qui ne cultive guère l’autobiographie. Ce texte montre la situation difficile dans laquelle se trouve ʿAbd Allāh b. Zīrī, menacé et par ses voisins musulmans et par le souverain castillan Alphonse VI. Déposé en 1090/1091, notre auteur rédigera en exil ses « Mémoires », loin des fastes de Grenade. Le sort de ʿAbd Allāh, qui n’était ni brave, ni arabe, ni pote, n’émut personne ; contrairement à celui d’al-Muʿtamid de Séville, son alter ego et compagnon d’exil, resté dans la mémoire collective le prince andalou par excellence. L’œuvre qu’il laisse toutefois est par sa perspicacité, son originalité, et sa justesse, l’un des plus beaux récits de vie de l’histoire andalouse.
La riḥla au prisme de la tradition biographique andalouse : un vecteur d’identité collective ? L’exemple de la biographie de Muḥammad b. Qāsim b. Sayyār al-Bayyānī (m. 327/939)
Authors: Montel Aurélien 
Published: February 2025

La riḥla fī ṭalab al-ʿilm (voyage en quête de savoir) est un élément clé de l’identité collective construite et partagée par les ʿulamāʾ (les oulémas), bien documentée grâce à la richesse de la littérature biographique (ṭabaqāt). Sa mise par écrit est cependant guidée par un certain nombre de normes, éventuellement de stratégies, qui en encadrent soigneusement la fixation historique et mémorielle. L’étude du cas, original à plusieurs égards, du Cordouan Muḥammad b. Qāsim b. Sayyār al-Bayyānī (m. 327/939) permet de mettre à nu plusieurs de ces enjeux qui assurent la conformité de l’écriture biographique aux traits les plus saillants de l’identité communautaire, et en particulier à ses caractéristiques sociales, géographiques, politiques ou intellectuelles.
Aux sources de la présence de la poésie dans Sīrat al-Malik al-Ẓāhir Baybarṣ. La bibliothèque des auteurs et des ḥakawātī-s
Authors: Pennisi Rosa , Bakhouch Mohamed 
Published: February 2025

Cet article présente les résultats préliminaires des travaux de recherche du programme LiPoL, sur la présence de l’héritage poétique arabe en fuṣḥā dans la Sīra du roi al-Ẓāhir Baybarṣ. Dans ce cadre, nous avons réalisé un inventaire exhaustif des poésies dans les dix premiers volumes et identifié les genres poétiques, les thèmes et les situations types. Notre étude nous a également amenés à examiner les formules introductives utilisées dans la présentation des poèmes inclus dans la Sīra. Ces derniers sont de deux types : des poèmes empruntés au patrimoine poétique arabe de différentes époques, de l’Antéislam au xxe siècle, et dont les auteurs sont rarement mentionnés, et d’autres composés par les auteurs-narrateurs et qui ne sont pas non plus dénués d’emprunts. Ce phénomène, qui donne à la Sīra une dimension intertextuelle et dialogique, nous a conduits à identifier les poètes dont les poèmes sont cités dans le corpus. Ensuite, nous avons adopté le quatrième volume du roman (édition de Bohas & Zakharia 2003) comme modèle, pour montrer l’importance de la présence de l’héritage poétique arabe dans ce texte, et pour démontrer que, contrairement à la croyance dominante dans les sphères élitistes, la Sīra de Baybarṣ, comme d’autres sīra-s populaires, apporte une contribution efficace à la diffusion et à la perpétuation du patrimoine poétique arabe.
Comparison of Efficacy, Haemodynamic and Oxygen Saturation Variability by Using 4% Articaine Hydrochloride and 2% Lignocaine Hydrochloride During Periodontal Flap Surgery: A Double-blind, Split-mouth and Randomised Controlled Trial
Authors: Joshi Shivangi , Talreja Prakash Srichand , Rao Prajakta , Mohta Ruhi , Sharma Udita , Shreya Somya 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Introduction:
Periodontitis is a progressive oral disease that can lead to tooth loss and systemic health issues. Periodontal flap surgery is an essential treatment for advanced periodontitis. Effective pain control during surgery is crucial and often achieved through local anaesthesia. This study compares the efficacy, haemodynamic changes and oxygen saturation (SpO2) variability between 4% articaine hydrochloride and 2% lignocaine hydrochloride. The study compares the efficacy, haemodynamic effects and SpO2 changes between 4% articaine hydrochloride and 2% lignocaine hydrochloride during periodontal flap surgery.

Materials and Methods:
This double-blind, split-mouth, randomised controlled trial involved 22 patients with bilateral symmetrical sites requiring periodontal flap surgery. Each patient received both anaesthetics in separate sittings. The onset of anaesthesia, pain perception using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), haemodynamic changes (blood pressure and heart rate) and SpO2 variability were recorded and analysed.

Results:
There was no statistically significant difference in the onset of anaesthesia between the two groups. The VAS scores were significantly lower in the articaine group, indicating better pain management. Haemodynamic parameters such as blood pressure changes and SpO2 variability showed no significant differences between the groups, except for pulse rates, which were higher in the lignocaine group.

Conclusion:
Both anaesthetics are effective for periodontal flap surgery, but articaine hydrochloride offers advantages in pain management and pulse rate stability. Individualised consideration for optimal anaesthesia selection is recommended based on patient preferences and clinical circumstances.
Comparative Evaluation of Pulp Dissolution and Smear Layer Removal Properties of Various Herbal Extracts: An in vitro Study
Authors: Khan Suleman Abbas , Gaidhane Harshal , Navit Saumya , Upadhyay Meenakshi , Pal Sujeet Shriram , Grover Nishi 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Introduction:
Root canal treatment involves eliminating microorganisms and necrotic tissue through biomechanical debridement and root canal filling to prevent reinfection. Disinfection is enhanced by removing the smear layer, composed of organic and inorganic debris, using irritants like sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) for organic dissolution and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) for chelation. Despite their efficacy, these agents have limitations, such as cytotoxicity and dentinal erosion. Research into biocompatible alternatives, including herbal extracts and essential oils, shows promise for safer and more effective root canal disinfection.

Materials and Methods:
Eighty extracted single-rooted premolars were studied for pulp dissolution and smear layer removal. Neem leaf (Group A), orange peel (Group B) and grape seed (Group C) extracts were tested against 3% NaOCl (Group D) for pulp dissolution and 17% EDTA (Group E) for smear layer removal. Pulp dissolution was assessed by weighing specimens before and after immersion in solutions, while smear layer removal was evaluated using scanning electron microscopy. Results were statistically analysed.

Results:
On statistical analysis, NaOCl showed significantly higher pulp dissolution compared to experimental herbal extract at all-time intervals, i.e. 30, 60 and 90 min. On intergroup comparison of smear layer removal scores, 17% EDTA produced significantly higher smear layer removal with a mean score of 0.4 compared to other herbal extracts.

Conclusion:
Herbal extracts exhibited no significant pulp dissolution at 30, 60 and 90 min compared to NaOCl. Similarly, none of the herbal extracts were comparable to 17% EDTA in smear layer removal efficacy. However, amongst herbal extracts, grape seed showed significantly better smear layer removal than Orange peel extract.
Comprehensive Cardiac Monitoring and Early Intervention in a Patient with Hypertension Using Smartphone-based Portable Electrocardiogram
Authors: Singh Yogendra , Pandey C. B. , Pandey Shashank , Chandola Nitin , Agarwal Deeksha 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases pose significant global health challenges, necessitating effective early detection and management strategies. Smartphone-based portable electrocardiogram (ECG) devices offer a promising solution by enabling convenient, real-time cardiac monitoring outside traditional health-care settings. This case report examines the clinical course of a 70-year-old male with a history of hypertension who presented with symptoms of breathlessness. Utilizing the Spandan ECG device, the patient underwent multiple at-home ECG tests, identifying premature ventricular complexes, sinus bradycardia, and left ventricular hypertrophy. Subsequent diagnostic evaluations, including echocardiography, stress testing, and coronary angiography, confirmed coronary artery disease with significant stenosis in the left anterior descending and left circumflex arteries. Portable ECG monitoring facilitated early intervention and personalized treatment, underscoring its role in improving patient outcomes through proactive cardiovascular care. This case highlights the transformative potential of smartphone-based ECG devices in enhancing diagnostic accuracy, facilitating timely interventions, and empowering patients in their health-care journey.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography as a “Treatment and Discharge” Daycare Procedure under General Anesthesia: A Retrospective Analysis in a Tertiary Care Cancer Center in Oman
Authors: Ravi Parli Raghavan , Al Qarshoubi Issa Saif , Pulikkodan Jahfarali , Sahajanandan Raj , Matar Rasha , Mantri Jyoti , Sanyour Joyce Elias 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Introduction:
ERCP under General anesthesia has been proven safe as a daycare procedure in multiple studies in non-oncological centers. We wanted to study its safety in a Oncological centre.

Materials and Methods:
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the “treatment and transfer” policy, a descriptive retrospective analysis of patients who had undergone ERCP from March 2022 to March 2024 in the center was conducted. Data was collected from the hospital information system/ Electronic medical records. Individual patient medical reports were reviewed apart from the anesthesia records and endoscopy procedure notes. Statistical Products and Services Solution (SPSS) software version 29.0 (SPSS, Chicago, IL, USA) was used for data analysis. Continuous data were expressed as a means with standard deviation. Categorical data were represented as percentages and counts.

Results:
73 patients who underwent 131 procedures were taken into the study. The average PACU time and discharge from the daycare centre was109±34.22 mins (Max 245 mins, Min 55 mins) and 133±12.76 (Max 264 mins, Min 78 mins). Six patients (4.58%) were admitted due to procedural complications and previous morbidity. Six patients developed hypotension, and two patients developed significant hypoxia. 29 patients had nausea/vomiting, of which only four required medications but none of them were admitted.

Conclusion:
Establishing a “treatment and discharge” facility as a centre of excellence in SQCCCRC is a beneficial modality for patients undergoing ERCP under GA in Muscat, Oman. .
Another Addition to Abdomen’s Pandora’s Box: Multi-compartment Enormous Liposarcoma
Authors: Chauhan Vikram Singh , Gupta Purshotam Dass , Parashar Pooja 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Soft tissue sarcomas constitute less than 1% of all neoplasms, with a third of malignant tumours in the retroperitoneum being sarcomas and liposarcoma being the commonest. Local aggressiveness and clinical non-specificity make treatment challenging. A 52-year-old man presented with a massive lump in the abdomen. Surgery following work-up indicated a well-differentiated retroperitoneal liposarcoma (RPLS) with intraperitoneal and scrotal extension and weighed a substantial 6.8 kg. Treatment required meticulous local resection preserving the functionality. RPLS manifests as a large, locally advanced lesion with intraperitoneal extension, but extension into the inguinal canal is unknown. Being low grade, distant metastasis is infrequent, and the challenge lies in achieving effective local control and preventing local recurrence. The preferred treatment involves radical resection incorporating en bloc resection of involved structures. Strategic neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies, tailored to specific tumour histology, may enhance local control and overall survival. Radical resection of the tumour from the mesentery of the large and small bowel, preserving their vascularity along with retroperitoneal component, albeit in parts, was achieved and is the first-line cure in RPLS. In select cases, individualised chemotherapy and radiation therapy may offer a survival benefit.
Unveiling 12th Rib Syndrome: A Case Report of 2 Cases and Diagnostic Insights
Authors: Jha Shreyasi , Kumar Ameet , Bhalla Alok 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Twelfth (12th) rib syndrome, a rare condition that causes hypochondrial and flank pain, involves the irritation or entrapment of the 12th intercostal nerve due to structural abnormalities or trauma to the 12th rib. This study presents a case report of a 54-year-old gentleman with persistent left hypochondrium pain and a 78-year-old lady with unremitting right hypochondrium pain despite multiple outpatient department visits in different sub-specialties over a prolonged period of time. The patients were evaluated and diagnosed with 12th rib syndrome. This article aims to enhance the awareness of 12th rib syndrome among clinicians, underscore the importance of considering it in differential diagnoses for hypochondrium pain, and provide insights into effective management approaches.
The Nigerian DREEM: Perception of Learning Environment among Clinical Medical Students in North Central Nigeria
Authors: Ahangba Adamgbe Moses , Adejo Okpanachi Joshua , Atoshi Gani Sophia , Nnaetio Ozoilo Kenneth , Emmanuel Bature , Samuel DungDavou , Onyekachi Akubuko Stanley , Thomas Malau Kefas , Chibuzo Abiayi Daniel , Obidigbo Nwana Obiajulu , Gbenga AdewaleAdedeji , Danladi Wuyep Elijah , Yakubu KwarshakKevin , Emmanuel Firima , Ethan Ayange Mhirna 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background:
The learning environment of an academic institution has been defined to include social interactions, organisational cultures and structures, and physical and virtual spaces that surround and shape participants’ experiences, perceptions, and learning. The Dundee ready educational environment measure (DREEM) questionnaire, which has five domains, is a globally used tool used to access the perception of the learning environment.

Aim:
To assess the overall educational environment of clinical undergraduate medical students at the University using the DREEM questionnaire, and to determine the bio-social factors that influence students’ perception of this environment.

Materials and Methods:
This was a cross-sectional study on clinical medical students of the College of Health Sciences, University of Jos The overall DREEM score for each respondent was obtained by summing up the scores for all 50 questions. The mean DREEM score was derived by finding the average DREEM score for all respondents. Domain DREEM scores were derived by adding up the scores for questions in each respective domain.

Results:
There was a total of 416 respondents across the four clinical classes, with the mean age of 21.6 years (SD 4.06 years). Of the respondents, 244 (58.7%) were male and 172 (41.3%) were female. The mean DREEM was 110.48 (±22.76) which indicated that there were more positives than negatives. The domain, students’ academic self-perception, had the highest mean score of 19.81/32 (59.38%), while students’ social self-perception had the lowest score of 13.09/28 (46.75). Out of the 50 questions, three areas were recognised as strengths, while 15 were identified as needing improvement.

Conclusion:
The learning environment was in the range of more positives than negatives. The students have a good academic self-perception. However, there is a need for institutional measures that would help review the curriculum and address the individual problems identified, hence improving the learning environment and quality of undergraduate medical training.
Utilisation of Radiation Oncology Services by Patients with Head and Neck Malignancies in a Nigerian Tertiary Care Hospital: A 5-Year Retrospective Study
Authors: Edetanlen Benlance Ekaniyere , Ohre Emuejeoboghene Ogoni , Oboh Oseiwe Evaristus , Ikhile Aimebelomo Emmanuel , Kayoma Dumebi , Oseghae Eustace , Amuh Obianuju Veronica 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background:
Radiation oncology services are luxuries in resource-challenged settings that should not be underutilised; however, no studies are available on their utilisation.

Objectives:
To determine the rate and pattern of utilisation of radiation oncology services in a Nigerian teaching hospital.

Materials and Methods:
All cases of head and neck cancers diagnosed and referred to the Department of Radiation Oncology, of a Nigerian Tertiary Care Hospital, from January 2018 to December 2023 were retrospectively analysed. Data were extracted from the case notes of the patients. Those patients with incomplete information were excluded. Demographic and clinical data were collected. Demographic data included were age, sex, religion, and place of residence, while the clinical data were regional location of cancer, nature of the tumour, origin of tumour, histological type and grade of tumour, and referring department. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were determined. Data were analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, version 23.0 software (IBM, Armonk, New York). A value of P < 0.05 was considered significant.

Results:
A total of 13,690 patients presented for the radiation oncology treatment, of which 1777 patients were treated for head and neck cancer, giving a prevalence of 0.56%. The age 18 range was 20–78 years with a mean age of 49.4 ± 13.7 years. More than half (77%) of the patients were older than 60 years. Two-thirds (74%) of the patients were males. Most (46.8%) of the lesions were on the oral region, which was followed by the nasal region (25%), while the least (6.5%) were observed on the cervical region. More than two-thirds (87%) originated from epithelial cells. In the same vein, the majority (88.3%) were non-odontogenic in origin. More than half (51.9%) were squamous cell carcinomas. Most (51.9%) of the patients were referred from the Department Of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Ethnicity significantly affected the nature of the tumour (P < 0.05), as did the histological types (P < 0.05) of head and neck cancers. Religion was associated with the type of referring departments (P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
The utilisation of radio-oncological services was high. There was significant distribution of referrals, histological types and types of tumours according to religion and ethnicity.
Sepsis Biomarkers: CRP, Procalcitonin, and Presepsin—Diagnostic and Prognostic Significance in Sepsis
Authors: Baxla Vineeta , Sharma Ashok Kumar , Seema Kumari , Kumar Abhay , Boipai Manju , Bhattacharya Pradip Kumar , Kumar Manoj 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background:
Sepsis is undeniably a serious worldwide health threat, causing millions of deaths each year and a real diagnostic challenge to the clinicians. The conventional standard culture methods are often negative and time-consuming; therefore, alternatively specific and easily measurable biomarkers could help in predicting the diagnosis and prognosis of sepsis, as well as monitor the response to the treatments. This study will compare the role of the three markers procalcitonin (PCT), C-reactive protein (CRP), and presepsin in the diagnosis of sepsis in suspected patients admitted to a tertiary care hospital in eastern India.

Materials and Methods:
A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted from April 2021 to March 2022. Blood samples were collected from the patients admitted in various intensive care units with evidence of sepsis and the biomarkers were estimated.

Results:
Presepsin was found to be the best among the three biomarkers with sensitivity 89.1% and specificity 88.9%, followed by PCT with sensitivity 82.7% and specificity 80%, and then CRP with sensitivity 74.5% and specificity 75.6%. The diagnostic accuracy of presepsin was also found to be maximum as its area under the receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve was highest (0.858) followed by PCT whose area under the ROC curve was 0.793, and then CRP with area under the ROC curve 0.741.

Conclusion:
Based on the result of the present study, biomarkers were found to be quick, easy and effective test for diagnosing sepsis, and presepsin proved to be the most promising marker for diagnosis of sepsis as compared to PCT or CRP.
Pancreaticojejunostomy Obstruction Due to Jejuno-Jejunal Intussusception in the Roux Limb: A Rare Late Complication Following Longitudinal Pancreaticojejunostomy
Authors: Jebakumar Gilbert Samuel , Jayapal Loganathan , Kumar Santhosh , Baskaran Aravind , Tasgaonkar Siddhesh , Srivatsan Sumanth , Munikrishnan Venkatesh , Swain Sudeepta Kumar 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Lateral pancreaticojejunostomy (LPJ) is done as a decompressive procedure for chronic pancreatitis with dilated main pancreatic duct (MPD) with a success rate of up to 80% in relieving pain with low morbidity and mortality. Roux limb obstruction following Roux-en-Y LPJ is a very rare complication and it has not been described earlier. Here, we report a rare case of pancreaticojejunostomy (PJ) obstruction caused by jejuno-jejunal intussusception in the Roux limb. We present a case of a 31-year-old lady with recurrent episodes of intermittent colicky upper abdominal pain for 8 months. She underwent Roux-en-Y LPJ 20 years back for idiopathic chronic calcific pancreatitis. Her imaging revealed dilated MPD with a dilated Roux limb due to narrowing in the distal roux limb with intussusception. She underwent robotic-assisted resection of jejuno-jejunal intussusception and anastomosis along with cholecystectomy. She recovered well post-operatively and her pain subsided. PJ obstruction following pancreatoduodenectomy has been reported in the literature. However, similar presentation is rare following LPJ. This is the first ever case to be reported with Roux limb obstruction following LPJ. We present this case to emphasise the importance of high-quality imaging in diagnosing this rare case. Robotic-assisted surgery in adults for intussusception is a novel approach and not much discussed in the literature.