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Gelation of Hydrophilic Polymer Bearing Metal-coordination Unit with Various Metal Ions
Authors: Nagai Daisuke , Isobe Naoki , Maki Yasuyuki , Okamoto Shusuke 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Gelation of a hydrophilic polymer bearing a metal-coordination unit with various metal ions was examined. Gels with different morphologies were formed depending on the metal ion species. The formation mechanism for these gels could be explained based on their cross-linking rates. Gelation in two-component solutions containing different ratios of PdII to other metal ions (AuIII and PtIV) was also investigated.
Features of the exchange of electrolytes and nitrogenous metabolites under different options of uric acid exchange in healthy female rats
Authors: Bombushkar Igor , Gozhenko Anatoliy , Korda Inna , Badiuk Nataliya , Zukow Walery , Popovych Igor 
Published: September 2023

Background. We previously identified 4 variants-clusters of uricemia and uricosuria both in rats and in humans. It was shown that the clusters differ from each other in the constellation of immune, autonomic and endocrine parameters, which correlate with uricemia and uricosuria. The aim of this study was to identify the electrolytes and nitrogenous metabolites, the combination of which differentiates previously formed quantitative and qualitative variants of uric acid metabolism in rats. Materials and Methods. Experiment was performed on 60 healthy female Wistar rats 220-300 g. The plasma and urine levels of the uric acid, urea, creatinine, calcium, phosphates, chloride, magnesium, sodium and potassium (also in erythrocytes) as well as glucose (in plasma only) were determined. Results. 10 metabolic parameters characteristic of four variants of uric acid exchange were identified: the concentration of glucose, urea, phosphates, magnesium and potassium in plasma, and the latter in erythrocytes, as well as the excretion of creatinine, urea, phosphates and calcium with urine. The accuracy of discrimination of clusters based on the totality of this metabolic constellation together with uricemia is 95%. The cumulative determining influence of the parameters of uric acid exchange (due to the significant advantage of uricosuria over uricemia) on the constellation of metabolic parameters is 56%. Diuresis and excretion of phosphates and potassium are subject to the maximum positive determination from the side of uric acid; excretion of calcium, creatinine and urea are determined to a lesser extent; levels of creatinine, urea and potassium in the plasma are even less, and magnesiumuria is subject to the minimum determination. Conclusion. Uric acid is naturally associated with the state of electrolytes and nitrogenous metabolites exchange in healthy female rats.
Structural and functional model of formation of readiness of future specialists in computer technologies for professional activity by means of digital technologies
Authors: Hiltai Lesia 
Published: September 2023

The article substantiates the structural and functional model of formation of the readiness of future specialists in computer technologies for professional activity by means of digital technologies. To achieve the goal of the article, the methodology is applied, which consists in conducting an analysis of the research of the problem of pedagogical modeling of the formation of the readiness of future specialists in computer technologies for professional activities in the field of digital technologies. On the basis of the conducted analysis, the concept of «structural-functional model», its structure and prospects of introduction into the educational process of future specialists in computer technologies are defined. It has been established that models in pedagogical science are successfully used for high-quality planning of the educational process, management of cognitive activity of students and optimization of the structure of educational material.
In order to build a structural-functional model, its main constituent elements were determined, combined into logical blocks corresponding to the stages of the educational process (target, content, organizational, diagnostic-resultative) and complex application of modern digital technologies at all stages. The effectiveness of the implementation of the model was ensured by predefined organizational and pedagogical conditions.
A qualitative exploration of the spiritual wellbeing of women with advanced cervical cancer in Ghana
Authors: Hobenu Kafui Abra , Naab Florence 
Published: September 2023

Background:Spiritual wellbeing is one of the most important aspects of human health, alongside physical, psychological and social factors. Religiosity/spirituality can play a critical role in the lives of people experiencing life-threatening illnesses, such as cervical cancer. Most women with cervical cancer in Africa, including Ghana, are diagnosed at the advanced stage. These women lean on their spiritual connections for strength during their illness. Despite the fact that numerous studies have been conducted on the relevance of religiosity/spirituality in the experience of cancer in other jurisdictions, the same cannot be said about Ghana. The study aims to fill this gap in the literature.Aim:To explore the spiritual wellbeing of women diagnosed with advanced cervical cancer in Ghana.Method:A qualitative explorative design was employed, with purposive sampling used to recruit 15 women with advanced cervical cancer from a cancer treatment centre of a teaching hospital in Ghana. Individual face-to-face interviews, lasting between 45–90 minutes, were used to gather information. Interviews were audio taped with participants' consent. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis.Findings:The following sub-themes were identified within one overarching theme of the spiritual wellbeing of women with advanced cervical cancer: the meaning of illness and acceptance; a sense of hope and religiosity; uncertainty; and the will to live.Conclusion:Many participants believed they were bewitched, and the devil was responsible for their cervical cancer. Healthcare providers should adopt a multi-disciplinary approach and widen their care strategies to include spirituality, to enhance the treatment outcomes of women living with advanced cervical cancer.
Mitología poshumana en El Gusano de Luis Carlos Barragán Castro: el (des)devenir de la especie humana
Authors: Mercier Claire 
Published: September 2023

El artículo analiza la novela El Gusano (2018 [2021]), de Luis Carlos Barragán Castro, obra en la cual los seres pueden literalmente fusionarse y obtener rasgos compartidos. Se lee el texto del escritor colombiano como una mitología poshumana acerca del (des)devenir de la especie humana, primero con respecto a las paradojas poshumanas de la fusión, y segundo con la fusión considerada como una mitología antropogónica paradójica. Lo anterior permitirá concluir sobre el dilema que reside en la novela acerca del hacer converger las diferencias en una comunidad.
Evaluating the impact of e-registration and mHealth on institutional delivery in hazard-prone areas of Bangladesh: A protocol for a non-randomized controlled cluster trial
Authors: Chowdhury Anika Tasneem , Jabeen Sabrina , Sultana Zeeba Zahra , Rahman Ahmed Ehsanur , Arifeen Shams El , Hossain Ahmed 
Published: September 2023

Despite substantial progress, Bangladesh still has a high rate of maternal deaths owing to difficulties during pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period. Increasing facility delivery is mandatory to reach the goal of bringing down the MMR to <70 deaths/100,000 live births by 2030. In the era of digitalization, the introduction of e-registration and mHealth may aid the government in reaching this target. The southern part of Bangladesh is a hazard-prone area, where service uptake from institutions is low. This study aims to determine the effect of an e-registration tracking system and mHealth counseling on institutional deliveries to pregnant mothers in hazard-prone areas of southern Bangladesh. We will conduct an open-label, two-arm, non-randomized controlled cluster trial for six months and use three hazard-prone areas for intervention and another three hazard-prone areas for control. We will collect data at baseline and end-line of the study period using a structured questionnaire. We will enroll at least 268 pregnant mothers from the intervention and 268 pregnant mothers from the control areas after screening based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Pregnancy information will be obtained from the Family Welfare Assistant register. The respondents of the intervention arm will be registered in the e-Registration system, and receive voice call and text messages from the midwives to have their deliveries done in healthcare facilities. We will follow the participants until their delivery and exclude those respondents from the study who will have post-dated delivery, migrate out, lost to follow-up, or die during the study period. Random-intercept mixed-effect logistic regression will be performed to explain the relationship of e-registration and mHealth package with institutional delivery. Institutional delivery is still uncommon in Southern Bangladesh despite several interventions. Innovative approaches like e-registration and mHealth counseling may be helpful to bring women to health facilities. The findings from the study might enable the policy makers of Bangladesh to integrate the intervention package into the existing healthcare system. This experiment is registered in the open science framework.
Clinical trial registration: Registration number: DOI 10.17605/OSF.IO/YZE5C) and https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ (registration number: NCT05398978.
Physicians’ perception of task sharing with non-physician health care workers in the management of uncomplicated hypertension in Nigeria: A mixed method study
Authors: Adejumo Oluseyi Ademola , Ogundele Olorunfemi Akinbode , Mamven Manmak , Otubogun Folajimi Morenikeji , Junaid Oladimeji Adedeji , Okoye Ogochukwu Chinedum , Oyedepo Dapo Sunday , Osunbor Osariemen Augustine , Ngoka Stanley Chidozie , Enikuomehin Adenike Christianah , Okonkwo Kenechukwu Chukwuemeka , Akinbodewa Akinwumi Ayodeji , Lawal Olutoyin Morenike , Yusuf Shamsuddeen , Okaka Enajite Ibiene , Odu Joseph , Agogo Emmanuel , Osi Kufor , Nwude Ifeanyi , Odili Augustine Nonso 
Published: September 2023

Introduction
Task sharing and task shifting (TSTS) in the management of hypertension is an important strategy to reduce the burden of hypertension in low-and middle-income countries like Nigeria where there is shortage of physicians below the World Health Organization’s recommendations on doctor-patient ratio. The cooperation of physicians is critical to the success of this strategy. We assessed physicians’ perception of TSTS with non-physician health workers in the management of hypertension and sought recommendations to facilitate the implementation of TSTS.

Materials and methods
This was an explanatory sequential mixed method study. TSTS perception was assessed quantitatively using a 12-item questionnaire with each item assigned a score on a 5-point Likert scale. The maximum obtainable score was 60 points and those with ≥42 points were classified as having a good perception of TSTS. Twenty physicians were subsequently interviewed for in-depth exploration of their perception of TSTS.

Results
A total of 1250 physicians participated in the quantitative aspect of the study. Among the participants, 56.6% had good perception of TSTS in the management of hypertension while about two-thirds (67.5%) agreed that TSTS program in the management of hypertension could be successfully implemented in Nigeria. Male gender (p = 0.019) and working in clinical settings (p = 0.039) were associated with good perception. Twenty physicians participated in the qualitative part of the study. Qualitative analysis showed that TSTS will improve overall care and outcomes of patients with hypertension, reduce physicians’ workload, improve their productivity, but may encourage inter-professional rivalry. Wide consultation with stakeholders, adequate monitoring and evaluation will facilitate successful implementation of TSTS in Nigeria.

Conclusion
This study showed that more than half of the physicians have good perception of TSTS in hypertension management while about two-thirds agreed that it could be successfully implemented in Nigeria. This study provides the needed evidence for increased advocacy for the implementation of TSTS in the management of hypertension in Nigeria. This will consequently result in improved patient care and outcomes and effective utilization of available health care personnel.
Higher in-hospital mortality in SARS-CoV-2 omicron variant infection compared to influenza infection—Insights from the CORONA Germany study
Authors: Dickow Jannis , Gunawardene Melanie A. , Willems Stephan , Feldhege Johannes , Wohlmuth Peter , Bachmann Martin , Bergmann Martin W. , Gesierich Wolfgang , Nowak Lorenz , Pape Ulrich-Frank , Schreiber Ruediger , Wirtz Sebastian , Twerenbold Raphael , Sheikhzadeh Sara , Gessler Nele 
Published: September 2023

Background
With the emergence of new subvariants, the disease severity of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 has attenuated. This study aimed to compare the disease severity in patients hospitalized with omicron variant infection to those with influenza infection.

Methods
We compared data from the multicenter observational, prospective, epidemiological “CORONA Germany” (Clinical Outcome and Risk in hospitalized COVID-19 patients) study on patients infected with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 to retrospective data on influenza infection cases from November 2016 to August 2022. Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 cases were classified as wild-type/delta variant before January 2022, or omicron variant from January 2022 onward. The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality, adjusted for age, gender, and comorbidities.

Results
The study included 35,806 patients from 53 hospitals in Germany, including 4,916 patients (13.7%) with influenza infection, 16,654 patients (46.5%) with wild-type/delta variant infection, and 14,236 patients (39.8%) with omicron variant infection. In-hospital mortality was highest in patients with wild-type/delta variant infection (16.8%), followed by patients with omicron variant infection (8.4%) and patients with influenza infection (4.7%). In the adjusted analysis, higher age was the strongest predictor for in-hospital mortality (age 80 years vs. age 50 years: OR 4.25, 95% CI 3.10–5.83). Both, patients with wild-type/delta variant infection (OR 3.54, 95% CI 3.02–4.15) and patients with omicron variant infection (OR 1.56, 95% CI 1.32–1.84) had a higher risk for in-hospital mortality than patients with influenza infection.

Conclusion
After adjusting for age, gender and comorbidities, patients with wild-type/delta variant infection had the highest risk for in-hospital mortality compared to patients with influenza infection. Even for patients with omicron variant infection, the adjusted risk for in-hospital mortality was higher than for patients with influenza infection. The adjusted risk for in-hospital mortality showed a strong age dependency across all virus types and variants.

Trial registration number
NCT04659187.
Endemic infectious cutaneous ulcers syndrome in the Oti Region of Ghana: Study of cutaneous leishmaniasis, yaws and Haemophilus ducreyi cutaneous ulcers
Authors: Akuffo Richard Adjei , Sanchez Carmen , Amanor Ivy , Amedior Jennifer Seyram , Kotey Nana Konama , Anto Francis , Azurago Thomas , Ablordey Anthony , Owusu-Antwi Felicia , Beshah Abate , Amoako Yaw Ampem , Phillips Richard Odame , Wilson Michael , Asiedu Kingsley , Ruiz-Postigo Jose-Antonio , Moreno Javier , Mokni Mourad 
Published: September 2023

Background
A recent study detected cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) in 31.9% of persons with skin ulcers in the Oti Region of Ghana, resulting in a need to investigate other potential causes of the unexplained skin ulcers.

Methodology/Principal findings
A community based cross-sectional study was conducted in the Oti region to investigate skin ulcers of undetermined aetiologies. To confirm a diagnosis of cutaneous leishmaniasis, Buruli ulcer, Haemophilus ducreyi ulcers, or yaws, DNA obtained from each patient skin ulcer sample was systematically subjected to polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for Leishmania spp., Mycobacterium ulcerans, Haemophilus ducreyi, and Treponema pallidum sub species pertenue. A total of 101 skin ulcer samples were obtained from 101 persons. Co-infection of more than one organism was observed in 68.3% of the samples. Forty (39.6%) participants had a positive result for Leishmania spp., 68 (67.3%) for Treponema pallidum sub. Sp. pertenue, and 74 (73.3%) for H. ducreyi. Twenty (19.8%) of the patient ulcers were simultaneously infected with Leishmania spp., Treponema pallidum sub. Sp. pertenue, and H. ducreyi. None of the patients’ lesions yielded a positive result for Mycobacterium ulcerans.

Conclusions/Significance
This study detected single and mixed occurrence of the causative organisms of CL, yaws, and H. ducreyi cutaneous ulcers in CL endemic communities of the Oti Region in Ghana. These findings emphasize the importance of integrating multiple skin diseases on a common research platform and calls for the development of a comprehensive guideline for diagnosing and treating tropical ulcers in the study areas.
Managers’ experience of causes and prevention of sick leave among young employees with Common Mental Disorders (CMDs)–A qualitative interview study with a gender perspective
Authors: Tinnerholm Ljungberg Helena , Olsson Caroline , Jensen Irene , Nybergh Lotta , Björk Brämberg Elisabeth 
Published: September 2023

Background
Young adults entering the workforce have an almost 40% greater risk of work-related mental health problems than other working age groups. Common mental disorders (CMDs) constitute the majority of such mental health problems. Managers are crucial in promoting a good psychosocial work environment and preventing sick leave. The study aims to explore managers’ experience of 1) causes of sick leave in the personal and work-life of young employees with CMDs, and 2) prevention of such sick leave. A gender perspective is applied to examine managers’ experience of causes and prevention of sick leave in relation to male and female employees and male and female-dominated occupations.

Material and methods
A qualitative design was applied and 23 semi-structured interviews were conducted with Swedish managers experienced in supervising young employees with CMDs. The interviews were analysed with conventional content analysis and the managers’ experience of similarities and differences between young female and male employees and occupations were explored through reflective notes.

Results
Four main categories and eight subcategories describe the managers’ experience of the causes of sick leave due to CMD among young employees. The main categories are: 1) entering work life when already worn-out, 2) struggling with too high expectations at work, 3) having a challenging personal life, and 4) being unable to manage specific occupational challenges and demands. Gender differences were found in six subcategories regarding, e.g., work demands and problems in personal relationships. One main category and three subcategories describe how this type of sick leave might be prevented, with managers emphasizing the need to ease the transition into work life. Gender differences in the prevention of sick leave were found in one subcategory regarding communication about workers’ health and problems at work.

Conclusion
Our findings show that gender norms and the expectations of young men and women are factors of importance in managers’ experience of the development and prevention of CMDs. These results can inform their preventive work and their supervision and introduction of newly-employed young adults.
Gastrointestinal Candidiasis in Malnourished Children with Diarrhoea
Authors: Sunoto Sunoto , Suharyono Suharyono , Gracey Michael 
Published: September 2023

It is known that the frequency of intestinal Candidiasis in infants and children below 3 years of age is very high, particularly in malnourished children. It has been shown also that Candida can reduce the absorption of sugar, water and electrolytes (Burke et al., I977; Thelen et al., I978).
Recently we have studied the frequency of gastrointestinal Candidiasis and the Candida-killing-ability of leucocytes in Indonesian children.
Species of Candida were found significantly more often in throat swabs, gastric, small intestinal contents and stools of malnourished children in comparison with specimens of reasonably well-nourished children.
Furthermore there were marked qualitative differences in the species found in these groups according to their nutritional status.
Studying the Candidacidal activity of leucocytes it shows that in malnourished children the killing-ability is significantly lower than in well-nourished children. These findings suggest that gastrointestinal Candidiasis may contribute to the pathogenesis of diarrhoea in malnourished children.
Nutritional Status of Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever in Children
Authors: Sugiyanto Sugiyanto , Sebodo Teluk , Sutaryo Sutaryo , Sumanto Sumanto , Ismangoen Ismangoen 
Published: September 2023

Shock in Dengue infection is especially caused by an immunologic process (secondary reaction).
This process may occur when the activity of Lymphocytes (C.M.l.), complement system and macrophages is good. This activity, however is disturbed in undernutrition.
In this study on 126 DHF/DSS patients, fulfilling the WHO criteria (1975), the cases of shock were mostly found in patients with a body weight of more than 80% Harvard standard.
There was no case of shock, in patients with a nutritional status under 60% of the Harvard standard.
The Problems and Demands of Children in Indonesia for the Next Twenty Years
Authors: Ranuh I.G.N. Gde 
Published: September 2023

Indonesia as is the case with other developing countries has a "young" population of which 43% conists of a populatdon of underfifteen.
Since we know that these children will be the back bone of our nation in the future, efforts to support the endeavour to promote child health will be very beneficial for a long term program.
We ought to be happy that the long term health program in Indonesia is directed to the young and productive section of the community and attention is especially given to the low income section or to those in the rural areas.
Crenças de Autoeficácia de estudantes da licenciatura em Física em relação ao ensino inclusivo
Authors: Cozendey Sabrina Gomes , Costa Maria da Piedade Resende da 
Published: September 2023

Para que a inclusão de fato funcione é necessário que os professores estejam preparados para receber os alunos público alvo da educação especial (PAEE). As políticas em prol da inclusão intensificaram-se a partir da década de 90, ou seja, já temos mais de 20 anos de discussões sobre a necessidade de formar professores para atuar junto aos alunos PAEE como prevê a Lei de Diretrizes e Bases da Educação Nacional. Mas como está ocorrendo a formação dos professores? Os licenciandos estão recebendo uma formação que os possibilitem incluir adequadamente os alunos PAEE nas aulas? O que os licenciandos pensam sobre sua formação? No presente trabalho busca-se analisar se os formandos de um curso de Licenciatura em Física se sentem aptos a trabalhar com alunos PAEE. Para fazer esta análise utilizamos os estudos desenvolvidos por Bandura sobre Crenças de Autoeficácia. Participaram da pesquisa sete estudantes de um curso de licenciatura em Física, que responderam a dois instrumentos de coleta de dados: um questionário de escala Likert e um questionário aberto. Ao analisar os dados coletados pode-se concluir que os participantes da pesquisa não se sentem aptos a atuarem em turmas inclusivas e que a formação que estes licenciandos estão recebendo não visa prepará-los para trabalhar com alunos PAEE.