bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Analysis of Factors Associated with Adherence to Taking Medication in Pediatric Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Mesuji Regency, Lampung, Indonesia
Authors: Setiawati Ferianis , Anis Prima Dewi  , Mardin  
Published: July 2023

Background: One disease that is still a health problem in the world, including Indonesia, is tuberculosis (TB) which is caused by germs Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The success of TB treatment requires patient compliance in taking antituberculosis drugs (OAT), family support such as supervision, and motivating TB sufferers are factors that play a role in patient compliance. This study aims to determine the factors associated with medication adherence in pediatric patients with pulmonary tuberculosis in Mesuji Regency, Lampung, Indonesia.
Methods: This study was an observational study with a cross-sectional approach, where as many as 52 respondents were included in this study. Data collection through interviews using a structured questionnaire. The subject of the study consisted of tuberculosis patients who were reported to have attended treatment for at least two months in Mesuji Regency. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS using univariate and bivariate methods.
Results: The results showed that 76.9% of respondents adhered to the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. Patient medication adherence to tuberculosis was influenced by the presence of drug side effects (p-value = 0.007) and the supervisor's support for taking medication (p-value = 0.021).
Conclusion: Compliance with taking medication in tuberculosis patients is influenced by the presence of medication supervisors and the uncomfortable side effects of antituberculosis drugs.
Characterization of Hydrothermal Alteration in Palagonitized Deposits Using Short-Wave Infrared Spectroscopy and X-Ray Diffraction Methods
Authors: Abdale Lindsey , Leiter Sophia , Wilson Sasha , Russell Kelly , Groat Lee 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In this contribution, we evaluate the applicability of short-wave infrared spectroscopy to characterizing mineral assemblages in palagonitized glaciovolcanic edifices at Cracked Mountain, a basaltic volcano within the Garibaldi Volcanic Belt, and Kima Kho, a basaltic tuya within the Northern Cordilleran Volcanic Province. Second-order evaluation of the approach was established through comparison with data obtained by semi-empirical X-ray diffraction methods. Reflectance spectra show an increase in the depth of water and hydroxyl bands in samples with increasing amounts of hydrated minerals and decreasing amounts of amorphous materials (as determined through X-ray diffraction), indicating that the relative strengths of H2O- and OH-related absorption features may be used as a proxy for the degree of palagonite alteration (hydrated minerals crystallized from basaltic glass). In addition, the full width at half maximum of the OH- and H2O-related absorption bands decreased with the formation of zeolites, indicating that the full width at half maximum of OH- and H2O-related features may be used to estimate the degree of crystallinity across the progressive palagonitization process. Finally, short-wave infrared spectroscopy revealed a decrease in band depth of water-related absorption features with no change in the full width at half maximum along the devitrification or alteration process that converts analcime to chabazite to wairakite, indicating that spectroscopy may be used to identify the final dehydration and cementation stages of palagonitization. Results show that the short-wave infrared spectroscopy method is more robust in identifying poorly crystalline hydrated samples, while X-ray diffraction methods are better suited to understanding the crystalline components of palagonite. Short-wave infrared spectroscopy is a remote sensing technique that has proven to successfully characterize the state of H2O in hydrated clay-rich material and thus may serve as an invaluable tool in identifying stages of palagonitization not only on subglacial edifices on Earth but also on off-planet environs, including the Martian surface.
Chinleite-(Nd), NaNd(SO4)2(H2O), the Nd Analogue of Chinleite-(Y) from the Markey Mine, Red Canyon, San Juan County, Utah, USA
Authors: Kampf Anthony R. , Ma Chi , Marty Joe 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Chinleite-(Nd) (IMA2022-051), NaNd(SO4)2(H2O), is a new mineral discovered in efflorescence on tunnel walls in the Markey mine, Red Canyon, White Canyon district, San Juan County, Utah, USA. It occurs as colorless prisms with pyramidal terminations in association with gypsum and natrozippeite on asphaltite. Crystals are transparent with vitreous luster. The mineral has a white streak, Mohs hardness 2½–3, one good cleavage (probably on {100}), brittle tenacity, and a splintery fracture. The calculated density is 3.436 g/cm3. Electron probe microanalysis provided the empirical formula (Ca0.538Na0.395Nd0.244Sm0.150Ce0.130Y0.117Gd0.113Dy0.061Pr0.043Sr0.032Eu0.039La0.008Ho0.006)Σ1.876(SO4)2[(H2O)0.73(OH)0.27]. Chinleite-(Nd) is trigonal, P3221, a = 6.9540(7), c = 12.8590(9) Å, V = 538.52(11) Å3, and Z = 3. The structure of chinleite-(Nd) (R1 = 0.0258 for 791 I &gt; 2σI reflections), a three-dimensional framework consisting of SO4 groups, irregular NaO8 polyhedra, and NdO9 distorted tri-capped trigonal prisms, is the same as that of chinleite-(Y) and similar to the structure of bassanite.
Systemic Comorbidities in Patients with Primary Fascial Space Infections of Odontogenic Orogin: Experience of a Tertiary Care Center
Authors: Zamir Annum Zamir , Ali Sara , Khan Saima , Khattak Yasir Rehman , Sheema  , Wajid Anum , Khattak Jawad Ullah 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
To assess systemic immune-compromised comorbidities in patients presenting with odontogenic infections that extend to fascial spaces. This study was designed to investigate the incidence of immune-compromising systemic comorbidities among patient presenting with odontogenic infections.METHODOLOGY
This cross-sectional study was performed at the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC) Peshawar from October 2018 through April 2019. However, patients older than 10 years of age, presenting with fascial space infections other than odontogenic cause, secondary fascial space infections and patients with multiple organ failure were excluded. The odontogenic infections were categorized according to their anatomical location. The prevalence of comorbidities was also assessed.RESULTSA total of 145 patients were included, where the male to female ratio was 3.8:1, mean age ~ 56 ± 14.74 years (range: 12-80 years) and mean duration of the odontogenic infections was 5± 1.2 days. The submandibular space was the most frequent site involved in odontogenic infections with a frequency of 60 (41.4%), followed by buccal space with 44 (30.3%) patients & canine space with 31 (21.4%) patients. Of the 79 patients with comorbidities out of total 145 patients, diabetes mellitus was recorded in 60 patients. Other comorbidities included hypertension, renal and hepatic impairment.
CONCLUSION
Diabetes mellitus was the most common immune compromising comorbidity presented in patients with odontogenic infections extending in fascial spaces. Assessment of diabetes in routine dental practice is emphasized to avoid exacerbation of the odontogenic infections.
Assessment of Oral Stereognosis and Denture Satisfaction in Old Denture Wearers: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Memon Hina , Memon Muhammad Rizwan , Memon Naveed , Memon Lubna 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
Stereognosis has been investigated occasionally to predict the prognosis of treatment with complete dentures. This study evaluated oral stereognosis and satisfaction levels in completely edentate patients wearing prostheses for at least three months.
METHODOLOGY
From November 2014 and January 2016, data from 322 patients' follow-up visits were collected from records of the Prosthodontics department at Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro. Denture satisfaction was assessed using a self-structured proforma, and oral stereognosis was measured using different-shaped objects made from self-cure acrylic resin, kept in the oral cavity without showing them to the patient. The frequency of qualitative variables was determined for data analysis, and a chi-square test was applied. Significant P-values were defined as those less than 0.
RESULTSThe male-to-female ratio was 1.2:1, with 50.9% wearing a prosthesis for less than a year and the minimum range being 3-6 years (13.66 %). Only 31 had stereognosis positive but were completely satisfied with their prosthesis, while 85 who were unsatisfied were found to have positive sensory perception. Statistical analysis for all groups shows a p-value of 0.000 for patient satisfaction with denture wear which is statistically significant. Most patients with the least duration of wear found their stereognosis positive and were unsatisfied with the prosthesis and vice versa. The chi-square test shows a statistically significant value for both groups of stereognosis i-e 0.0001..
CONCLUSION
Patients with the shortest period of wear were found to be more dissatisfied, but their oral perception remained intact, while those with more experience complained less but had reduced stereognosis.
Effect of Gender on the Outcome of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Mahmood Afsheen , Khan Kiramat Ullah , Iqbal Muhammad , Khan Junaid Ahmad , Shah Shahid Ali , Khan Naveed Afzal 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
To determine the frequency of acute coronary syndrome presentations among diabetic patients and in-hospital outcomes based on gender variance.
METHODOLOGY
This observational cross-sectional study was conducted at the cardiology department of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad. 106 consecutive diabetic patients with acute coronary syndrome were enrolled. Patients were assessed for in-hospital outcomes like congestive heart failure, recurrent angina, and mortality. The outcomes were evaluated based on gender. The Chi-Square test was used for significant differences keeping the P value < 0.05. RESULTSThe mean age of the patients was 57.75±8.16 years. Males were 57 (53.8%), and females were 49 (46.2%). Congestive heart failure, re-angina, and mortality were significant in both genders yielding a P value of <0.05.
CONCLUSION
Diabetes is an important predictor of acute coronary syndrome. The complications related to congestive heart failure and mortality are more prevalent in males than females.
The Effect of Epidural Steroids on Postoperative Pain and Hospital Stay in Patients Having a Single-Level Lumbar Discectomy
Authors: Hassan Naseer , Hassan Raza , Usman Muhammad , Azam Farooq , Rehman Hanif Ur , Jadoon Alamzeb , Saleem Momina 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
To determine the effect of Epidural steroids on postoperative pain and hospital stay in patients having a single-level lumbar discectomy.
METHODOLOGY
A quasi-experimental study was conducted at the Neurosurgery department, Qazi Hussain Ahmad Medical Complex, Nowshera. Sixty patients with a mean age of 40.3±9.21 years were enrolled. The enrolled patients were divided into two groups: Group A patients were given intraoperative epidural methylprednisolone 80 mg, while Group B patients were given only normal saline. Pre- and post-operative pain was assessed after 6 hours, 12 hours and at the discharge time from the hospital. The duration of hospital stay was also noted.
RESULTSOut of 60 patients, 55.0% were male, and 45.0% were female, with an overall mean age of 40.3±9.21 years. The VAS score in Group A was 0.82±0.26 compared to 2.30±0.71 in group B (P <0.000). And at first follow-up, the VAS score was 0.13±0.05 and 1.25±0.33 in groups A and B, respectively. The length of hospital stay was 1.39±0.44 and 1.98±2.50 in groups A and B, respectively.
CONCLUSION
Intra-operative epidural steroid is beneficial in reducing post-operative pain and hospital stay.
Vertical Versus Transverse Incision for the Release of the First Dorsal Compartment of the Wrist for De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
Authors: Ahmad Israr , Khattak Sabir Khan , Rehman Noor , Anwar Wasim , Kamran Aamir , Khan Azhar Hayat , Durrani Abdullah 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
The study aimed to compare the clinical outcome of transverse versus longitudinal incision for surgical release of the first dorsal compartment of the wrist to treat de Quervain’s disease.
METHODOLOGY
In this quasi-experimental study, all the patients with resistant de Quervain’s tenosynovitis who had the surgical release of the first dorsal compartment between January 2008 and December 2020 were included. The surgeries were performed under local anaesthesia. The first dorsal compartment of the wrist was approached through either a longitudinal or transverse incision, and the tendons of the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis were released. Patients were followed for a minimum of three months, and the primary outcome measure was the Visual analogue score (VAS) for relief of pain and secondary outcome measures were any immediate or delayed complications.
RESULTS98 patients were included in the study with a female-to-male ratio of 7:1. The cohort’s mean age was 44 years (Range 25-75). Most patients were housewives exposed to manual work with the involvement of the dominant hand. There were no major complications besides wound issues and transient paresthesia in few patients. The longitudinal incision was associated with less transient nerve palsies, less duration of surgery and easier identification of structure and anomalies. The only advantage of transverse incision was less scar formation. The clinical outcome was similar in both groups: 94% of patients had complete pain relief (VAS 0).
CONCLUSION
There was no difference in the outcome of de Quervain tenosynovitis when released with a transverse or longitudinal incision. The longitudinal incision had fewer complications as compared to the transverse incision.
Prevalence and Factors of Non-Vaccination Of Covid-19 in District Peshawar,Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Authors: Ullah Inam , Bahar Raheela 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
The study aimed to compare the clinical outcome of transverse versus longitudinal incision for surgical release of the first dorsal compartment of the wrist to treat de Quervain’s disease.
METHODOLOGY
In this quasi-experimental study, all the patients with resistant de Quervain’s tenosynovitis who had the surgical release of the first dorsal compartment between January 2008 and December 2020 were included. The surgeries were performed under local anaesthesia. The first dorsal compartment of the wrist was approached through either a longitudinal or transverse incision, and the tendons of the abductor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis were released. Patients were followed for a minimum of three months, and the primary outcome measure was the Visual analogue score (VAS) for relief of pain and secondary outcome measures were any immediate or delayed complications.
RESULTS98 patients were included in the study with a female-to-male ratio of 7:1. The cohort’s mean age was 44 years (Range 25-75). Most patients were housewives exposed to manual work with the involvement of the dominant hand. There were no major complications besides wound issues and transient paresthesia in few patients. The longitudinal incision was associated with less transient nerve palsies, less duration of surgery and easier identification of structure and anomalies. The only advantage of transverse incision was less scar formation. The clinical outcome was similar in both groups: 94% of patients had complete pain relief (VAS 0).
CONCLUSION
There was no difference in the outcome of de Quervain tenosynovitis when released with a transverse or longitudinal incision. The longitudinal incision had fewer complications as compared to the transverse incision.
The Effect of Pyeloplasty on Renal Cortical Thickness in the Pediatric Population with Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
Authors: Khan Asif , Ullah Muhammad Rashid , Nizamuddin  , Ali Syed Mumtaz , Elahi Fazli 
Published: July 2023

OBJECTIVES
To determine the effect of pyeloplasty on renal cortical thickness in the pediatric population with ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO).
METHODOLOGY
This retrospective study examined the renal cortical thickness in 100 pediatric patients diagnosed with ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO). The study employed a non-probability consecutive sampling technique to select participants. Inclusion criteria encompassed children below five years of age, of both genders, with Pakistani nationality, and availability of both pre-and post-operative ultrasound data. Cases presenting with ureterovesical junction obstruction or vesicoureteral reflux were excluded from the analysis. Data collection involved gathering information on age, gender, and cortical thickness, with renal cortical thickness assessed through ultrasonography. A paired t-test was employed to compare the renal cortical thickness between the preoperative assessment and the 3-month follow-up.
RESULTSThe females were 40(40%) and males were 60(60%). The mean age was 33.51±22.91months. The mean cortical thickness before pyeloplasty was 5.23±0.93mm and 8.25 ± 2.34mm after pyeloplasty. The renal cortical thickness in both genders significantly increased to 3mm (p<0.001). The cortical thickness before pyeloplasty was 5.23±0.93mm, and after was 8.25±2.34mm.
CONCLUSION
Renal cortical thickness can be improved after pyeloplasty in patients with ureteropelvic junction obstruction.
Social Media as a Promotional Media for Garut’s Celebrities During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Nurhadi Zikri Fachrul , Mujianto Haryadi , Ayu Safitri Livia 
Published: July 2023

The development of communication and information technology has brought society into a new media era where every individual can communicate via the internet. The internet also gave rise to many online-based media, one of which is Instagram which is currently popular. Instagram social media raises many new phenomena, one of which is the celebrity phenomenon. This phenomenon has become a popular trend even. The purpose of this study was to find out the motive and the meaning of the actors of celebgram activities and their benefits as a promotional media on Instagram social media during this pandemic. The research approach used in this research is descriptive qualitative by using phenomenological research methods, so that in this study the priority is based on the experience of the informants. The data entered is data from interviews, observations on the research subject's Instagram account. The results of the study show that the meaning of celebgram activities as promotional media on Instagram social media during a pandemic is interpreted by sources as one of their efforts to be known by people as unique and creative figures through photo activities they upload on Instagram. This is motivated by their desire to share their hobbies and skills. The use of a platform that is easily accessible to all groups is seen by them as useful for getting endorsements, new friends, relations, money and work of course, especially activities during a pandemic, of course, will be different from activities before the pandemic.
Keywords: Instagram; Social media; Pandemic; Promotion; Celebgram.
SELF MANAGEMENT DAN PERUBAHAN KADAR GLUKOSA DARAH PADA PENDERITA DIABETES MELLITUS DI WILAYAH TANGERANG TAHUN 2021
Authors: Susilawati Ela , Nurrika Dieta , Haryati Juniar , Effendi Dian Puspitasari 
Published: July 2023

Penderita diabetes harus memiliki manajemen diri yang baik untuk meminimalkan komplikasi yang dapat mempengaruhi kualitas hidup penderita diabetes dengan mengatur pola makan, melakukan aktivitas fisik, dan mengontrol kadar gula darah secara teratur. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis hubungan self-management dengan perubahan kadar gula darah. Sampel berjumlah 101 orang yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dimana sampel diambil secara quota sampling dengan menggunakan metode analitik dan pendekatan cross sectional. Instrumen penelitian yang digunakan adalah DSMQ-R, pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan mengisi link kuesioner. Pengukuran kadar gula berdasarkan hasil perubahan kadar gula dilakukan 2 bulan sebelumnya dan pengukuran terakhir. Data dianalisis menggunakan uji statistik chi-square dengan tingkat kepercayaan α=0,05 (95%). Responden yang memiliki manajemen diri kurang baik sebanyak 89,1% dan 10,9% yang mengelola diri dengan baik. Responden yang mengalami perubahan kadar gula darah buruk sebesar 50,5% dan perubahan kadar gula darah baik 49,5%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan nilai p-value = 0,35 artinya tidak ada hubungan antara self management dengan perubahan kadar gula darah. Penderita diabetes sudah memahami beberapa tindakan manajemen diri namun masih belum banyak penderita diabetes melitus yang menerapkan manajemen diri dalam kehidupan sehari-hari, hal ini juga mempengaruhi perubahan kadar gula darah.Kata kunci: Diabetes Mellitus (DM); Manajemen diri; Perubahan Kadar Gula DarahAbstract Diabetics must have good self-management to minimize complications that can affect people with diabetes quality of life by adjusting their diet, doing physical activity, and controlling blood sugar levels regularly. This study aims to analyze the relationship of self-management with changes in blood sugar levels. The sample was 101 people who met the inclusion criteria where the sample was taken by quota sampling using analytical methods and cross-sectional approaches. The research instrument used was DSMQ-R, data collection was done by filling out a questionnaire link. Measurement of sugar content based on changes in the results of sugar content carried out 2 months earlier and the last measurement. Data were analyzed using chi-square statistical test with a confidence level of α=0.05 (95%). Respondents who have poor self-management as many as 89.1% and 10.9% who manage self-management well. Respondents who experienced changes in bad blood sugar levels were 50.5% and 49.5% changes in good blood sugar levels. The results showed that the p-value = 0.35 means that there is no relationship between self-management and changes in blood sugar levels. Diabetics have understood some self-management actions but still not many people with diabetes mellitus apply self-management in daily life, this also affects changes in blood sugar levels.Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus (DM); Self-Management; Changes in Blood Sugar Levels