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Kualitas Daging Babi Lokal Bali Ditinjau Dari Uji Objektif
Authors: Putra Putu Aditya Pratama Arta , Tenaya I Wayan Masa , Mufa Romy Muhammad Dary , Swacita Ida Bagus Ngurah 
Published: April 2023

Ketersediaan Pangan hewani yang aman, sehat dan utuh merupakan manifestasi kongkrit dari salah satu sasaran pembangunan di bidang keamanan pangan. Salah satu bahan pangan asal hewan yang mengandung nilai gizi tinggi adalah daging babi. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui kualitas daging babi lokal bali jika di tinjau dari uji objektif. Evaluasi terhadap kualitas dan kesehatan daging dilakukan secara objektif. Penilaian objektif dilakukan dengan bantuan alat-alat laboratorium atau dengan standar perbandingan penilaian objektif meliputi penilaian terhadap pH, daya ikat air dan kadar air. Sampel yang digunakan adalah daging babi bali sebanyak 12 sampel per-setiap uji. Data pH, kadar air, dan daya ikat air dianalisis dengan uji sidik ragam. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa uji objektif daging babi bali yang dipotong di rumah pemotongan tradisional Desa Penatih, Denpasar dari empat lokasi otot yang berbeda (kaki depan, leher, kaki belakang, dan perut) menunjukkan hasil tidak berbeda nyata. Rata-rata pada setiap uji menunjukan hasil yang baik dan bagus untuk dikonsumsi jika dibandingkan dengan babi ras lain.
Chylothorax, central venous thrombosis and pulmonary infarct in a patient of ovarian germ cell tumor: a case report
Authors: Sharma Abhishek , Singh Itishree , Singh Sarvinder , Rathore Anvesh , Saxena Puneet , Ahuja Anuradha 
Published: April 2023

Background:
Extra-abdominal presentations are rarely seen in ovarian germ cell tumors (OGCT). We report a case of a patient with OGCT who presented with systemic venous thrombosis, pulmonary infarct, and chylothorax simultaneously.

Case Presentation:
A 13-year-old girl presented with dyspnea, fever, and cough of 1 week duration. She was detected to have left-sided chylothorax. Carcinoma Antigen 125 and alpha fetoprotein levels were raised. Computed tomography showed a large ovarian mass, and thrombi in superior vena cava, left brachiocephalic vein, and segmental branch of right pulmonary artery. She also had a peripheral opacity in the right lung with a reverse-halo sign, suggestive of pulmonary infarct. She was diagnosed with yolk-sac tumor and managed with anticoagulation and subsequently neo-adjuvant chemotherapy and surgery.

Conclusion:
Prothrombotic state in OGCT can lead to systemic thrombosis which may result in chylothorax due to obstruction of thoracic duct. The phenomenon, though rare, should be kept in mind during management of OGCT.
Non-Destructive Testing of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Magnetic Reactive Powder Concrete Containing Nano Silica
Authors: Raouf Zain El-Abdin , Al-Suhaili Rafia H. , Mahdi Zainab H. 
Published: April 2023

This study involves the design of 24 mixtures of fiber reinforced magnetic reactive powder concrete containing nano Silica. Tap water has been used in mixing 12 of these mixtures, while the other 12 have been mixed using magnetic water. Nano Silica (NS) with ratios (1, 1.5, 2, 2.5 and 3) % were used. The results showed that the mixture containing 2.5%NS gives the highest compressive strength at age 7 days. Many different other tests were carried out, the results showed that the fiber reinforced magnetic reactive powder concrete containing 2.5% NS (FRMRPCCNS) has the higher bulk density, dynamic modulus of elasticity, ultrasonic pulse velocity electrical resistivity and lesser absorption than fiber reinforced nonmagnetic reactive powder concrete containing 2.5%NS(FRNRPCCNS). The percentages of increase for FRMRPCCNS are (1.6, 19.03, 7.89 and 19.28) % and the percentage of reduction is 55.7 % at 28 days respectively, as compared with FRNRPCCNS mixtures.
Architecture Between Mind and Empirical Experience
Authors: Hassan Shatha Abbas 
Published: April 2023

The research aims to identify the level of balance in the architectural thought influenced by the rational type human consciousness, the materialistic based on the Empirical type, moral based on human experience as source of knowledge.
This was reflected in architecture in the specialized thought that the mind is the source of knowledge which explains the phenomena of life. The rational approach based on objectivity and methodology in (Form Production), the other approach is based on subjectivity in form production (Form Inspiration).
The research problem is that there is imbalance in the relationship between the rational side and the human experience in architecture, which led into imbalance between theory and application in architecture according to architectural movements.
Hirsutism and Quality of Life of Women in Tertiary Care Center in Eastern Nepal
Authors: Maharjan J. , Agrawal S. , Marahatta S. 
Published: April 2023

Background Hirsutism is excess terminal hair growth in women at androgen-dependent sites of the body and it has great impact on psychological and social aspects of their lives, thus affecting their quality of life (QoL). Several studies assessing the quality of life in hirsute women could be found in world literature but none in Nepalese literature. So, this study was undertaken for the assessment of the impact of hirsutism on the quality of life in Nepalese women.
Objective To assess the effect of hirsutism on quality of life of women in a tertiary center of Eastern Nepal and its association with various socio-demographic and clinical parameters.
Method A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted in 49 participants aged 10 to 49 years at the Department of Dermatology, B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences. Clinically diagnosed hirsute females with modified Ferriman-Gallwey (mFG) score > 8, were enrolled and asked to fill Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) questionnaire in the Nepalese version.
Result More than 57.2% of the study population was of age 20 to 29 years with a mean of 27.76±8.08 years. The mean Dermatology Life Quality Index score was 7.78±4.95. The moderate effect was seen in the majority of participants (36.7%) with a predominant effect upon aspects of life like daily activities and symptoms and feelings. Participants with higher mF-G score (22.15±3.82) had a very large effect on their quality of life. Younger unmarried women with a school education and having a longer duration of hirsutism were found to have a higher effect upon their quality of life. However, the association was not statistically significant.
Conclusion Hirsutism had affected the quality of life moderately with predominant effect upon aspects like daily activities and symptoms and feelings. No significant association was elicited between severity of hirsutism and its effect on quality of life from our study.
Prevalence of Gingivitis in Second Trimester of Pregnancy
Authors: Shrestha R. , Pradhan S. , Baral G. 
Published: April 2023

Background Gingivitis simply means the inflammation of gingiva. It is a reversible state but can lead to periodontitis. The final result could be the exfoliation of the tooth causing decreased masticatory function leading to a compromised quality of life. Gingivitis in the pregnant woman should be carefully assessed and treated and given special attention. There is rare documentation on the prevalence of gingivitis in pregnancy in the least developed countries.
Objective To evaluate the prevalence of gingivitis in the second trimester of pregnancy and assess its relationship with age, parity, education, occupation, gravidity, oral hygiene habit and frequency of brushing.
Method An observational descriptive study was conducted among 384 pregnant females in their second trimester in Kathmandu, Nepal. Demographic variables and general information including those related to oral hygiene practices and habits were collected during an interview. Plaque index and Gingival Index was recorded among the patients through full mouth examination at four sites.
Result The prevalence of gingivitis in the second trimester of pregnancy was 76.3%. Statistically significant relationship was found between gingivitis and gravida and parity. A relation could not be established between gingivitis with age, education, occupation, oral hygiene habit and frequency of brushing.
Conclusion The prevalence of gingivitis is found to be high in Nepalese pregnant women. Special strategies should be introduced targeting the pregnant women of least developed countries to uplift their periodontal health.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Disposal of Unused, Unwanted and Expired Medicines among Healthcare Professionals
Authors: Sarraf D. P. , Rauniar G. P. , Kushwaha R. P. , Keshwar S. , Maharjan R. 
Published: April 2023

Background Unused, unwanted and expired medicines stored at home pose threats to both health systems and environments. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) should be aware of the proper disposal methods of such medicines.
Objective To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of disposal of unused, unwanted and expired medicines among healthcare professionals.
Method A web-based cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among faculties and junior residents at B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan, Nepal using a semi-structured proforma. The data were collected through Google Form. Descriptive statistics were calculated. Chi-square test and Student’s t test were used for analysis using statistical package for the social sciences at p value of 0.05.
Result A total of 294 healthcare professionals with mean age 35.37± 6.630 years were participated out of which 231 (78.6%) were male and 151 (51.4%) were faculties. Mean knowledge score was higher in faculties (2.37±1.111) than the Junior residents (2.33±1.155) [F(1,293)=0.102, p=0.750]. Junior residents (140 out of 143, 97.9%) had a better attitude than faculties (141 out of 151, 93.3%) regarding the disposal of medicines [χ2 (1)=3.558, p=0.059]. Junior residents (36 out of 143, 25.1%) also had a better practice than faculties (24 out of 151, 15.8%) regarding the disposal of medicines [χ2 (1)=3.895, p=0.048].
Conclusion Majority of the Healthcare professionals had positive attitude but poor knowledge and practice regarding disposal of expired and unused medicines. There was a high practice of keeping medicines at home by healthcare professionals. The findings would be useful for planning strategies to minimize unused medicines and foster the appropriate disposal practice.
A National Equity Initiative to Address Noncommunicable Diseases and Injuries: Findings and Recommendation from the Nepal NCDI Poverty Commission
Authors: Koirala B. , Adhikari S. R. , Shrestha A. , Vaidya A. , Aryal K. K. , Kalaunee S. P. , Shrestha A. , Mishra S. R. , Sharma S. K. , Karki A. , Maharjan B. , Singh S. , Schwarz D. , Gupta N. , Bukhman G. , Karmacharya B. M. 
Published: April 2023

We aimed to assess the burden of NCDIs across socioeconomic groups, their economic impact, existing health service readiness and availability, current policy frameworks and national investment, and planned programmatic initiatives in Nepal through a comprehensive literature review. Secondary data from Global Burden of Disease estimates from GBD 2015 and National Living Standard Survey 2011 were used to estimate the burden of NCDI and present the relationship of NCDI burden with socioeconomic status.
The Commission used these data to define priority NCDI conditions and recommend potential cost-effective, poverty-averting, and equity-promoting health system interventions. NCDIs disproportionately affect the health and well-being of poorer populations in Nepal and cause significant impoverishment.
The Commission found a high diversity of NCDIs in Nepal, with approximately 60% of the morbidity and mortality caused by NCDIs without primary quantified behavioral or metabolic risk factors, and nearly half of all NCDI-related DALYs occurring in Nepalese younger than 40 years. The Commission prioritized an expanded set of twenty-five NCDI conditions and recommended introduction or scale-up of twenty-three evidence-based health sector interventions. Implementation of these interventions would avert an estimated 9680 premature deaths per annum by 2030 and would cost approximately $8.76 per capita. The Commission modelled potential financing mechanisms, including increased excise taxation on tobacco, alcohol, and sugar-sweetened beverages, which would provide significant revenue for NCDI-related expenditures. Overall, the Commission’s conclusions are expected to be a valuable contribution to equitable NCDI planning in Nepal and similar resource-constrained settings globally.
Development and Validation of a Simulation Model for Collection of Canine Vaginal Samples
Authors: Marcos Ricardo , Moreira Raquel , Macedo Sónia , Lopes Graça 
Published: April 2023

Vaginal cytology is a widely used cytological technique mostly taught by observation, either through direct tutoring or videos. To the best of our knowledge, vaginal cytology simulators have never been assessed in veterinary medicine. Twenty-five undergraduate students with no prior experience in canine vaginal sampling were randomly assigned to two groups that practiced the procedure in either a simulator or a live animal. An inverted classroom design was followed. After observing a video tutorial, students practiced with the simulator/live animal for two classes. Three weeks later, they performed a vaginal cytology on a live animal being recorded. The videos were evaluated through an objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) by an observer blinded to the student's groups. The learning outcome was compared through OSCE pass rates and questionnaires. The simulation model was made by 3D printing and soft silicone for the vulvar labia, having pink and blue colored vaseline in the correct and incorrect locations for sampling. The model was economic and accurately replicated the female reproductive tract. It provided immediate feedback to students, who obtained pink or blue swabs from the correct and incorrect locations, respectively. Students reported that three to five or more attempts were needed to properly learn the procedure, thus justifying the need for a simulator. No differences in the OSCE pass rates were observed between the groups. The simulation model was effective for learning the vaginal cytology procedure, replacing the use of live animals. This low-cost model should be incorporated in the tool-kit of reproduction classes. This translation was provided by the authors. To view the full translated article visit: https://doi.org/10.3138/jvme-2022-0141.pt
Electrical compensation for deformed antenna arrays and its experimental verification
Authors: Ronggui Song , Guoming Gao , Xin Wang , Shunxi Lou , Wei Wang , Zanquan Pu 
Published: April 2023

In the service of antenna arrays, especially for the large-scale antenna arrays, the deformation of the antenna structure is inevitable due to the influence of many structural factors. Therefore, effective compensation for the electrical performance of the antenna is one of the important means to ensure its normal and stable operation. An electrical compensation method based on the genetic algorithm to change the phase of the radiating element is proposed, which also considers the quantization error of the phase shifter. Under the 0.46𝜆 deformation condition, the left side lobe level of the horizontal radiometer with the worst performance deterioration is compensated by 2.15 dB, reaching the ideal state before deformation. The objectives and constraints in the optimization model can be adjusted according to the actual work requirements. The correctness and feasibility of proposed method are verified by an antenna array with 8 × 32 radiating elements.
Exploring the Reasons for Seeking Orthodontic Treatment among the Patients Attended in Selected Private Settings
Authors: Rubby Md Golam , Sultana Nihar , Mamun Abdullah Al , Jannath Fatema 
Published: April 2023

Aim : This study was conducted to explore the reasons and influential factors for seeking orthodontic treatment among the orthodontic patients.
Methods : A total 126 patients were interviewed for the duration of four months with a semi structured questionnaire who attended at two private dental settings in Dhaka and Jeshore city. In depth interview was conducted with some patients with their guardian to explore the influential factors for seeking orthodontic treatment.
Results : The study result showed out of 126 patients majority 82.5% were female, the mean age of the patient was 17.9(±5.9) years with range 7-36 years. Social harassment like teasing or bullying experiences was the influential factor for seeking orthodontic treatment mentioned by majority orthodontic treatment seeker. Other influential factors noted as desire to have better facial or aesthetic appearance, better career opportunity.
Conclusion : Present study concluded that patients seek orthodontic treatment mainly due to psychosocial reason like to get rid of social harassment, also to improve their dental appearance and aesthetic.
Update Dent. Coll. j: 2023; 13(1): 14-16
Dissipation kinetics, effect of household processing, and dietary risk assessment of the insecticide chlorantraniliprole residue in bitter gourd and soil
Authors: Mawtham M.M. , Kaithamalai Bhuvaneswari , Angappan Suganthi , Kulanthaisami S. 
Published: April 2023

A single quadrupole liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) method was validated to determine the insecticide chlorantraniliprole residues in bitter gourd fruit, juice, and soil, according to the SANTE guidelines. A linear curve was obtained (R2 > 0.99) with LOD and LOQ at 0.003 mg kg-1 and 0.01 mg kg-1. The accuracy (87–102%) and precision (RSD <5%) of the method was found to be satisfactory. The dissipation pattern of chlorantraniliprole 18.5% SC was studied by spraying twice at ten days intervals, at the recommended dose (X) (25 g a.i. ha-1), and double the recommended dose (2X) (50 g a.i. ha-1). The initial deposit on bitter gourd was 0.72 and 1.41 mg kg-1 and residues persisted up to 15 and 20 days with a half-life of 2.44 and 2.79 days at X and 2X doses, respectively. Simple decontamination techniques were found to reduce residues to the extent of 30 to 80 per cent. The reduction of chlorantraniliprole residues in bitter gourd juice was 40-50 per cent by different washing techniques. The estimated level of Risk quotient indicated (<1) chlorantraniliprole residues pose no dietary risk to consumers at the level detected.
Evaluation of the residual activity of newly developed aqueous formulation of novel biopesticide Bacillus cereus VCRC-641 through simulated field trial
Authors: Manikandan S. , Abhisubesh V. , Gangmei Kakhuangailiu , Lukose Jibi , Aneha K. , Mandodan Sahadiya , Hemaladkshmi P. , Bora Bhagyashree , Mathivanan A. , Vijayalakshmi K. , Poopathi S. 
Published: April 2023

In the study a new aqueous formulation with the new mosquitocidal isolate of Bacillus cereus VCRC 641 was developed, and the residual activity was assessed from simulated field trials conducted in the natural environment. From laboratory bioassays, it was observed that the efficacy of aqueous formulation of Bacillus cereus was on par with lyophilized cell mass, as such. The LC50 values of formulated B. cereus against Culex quinquefasciatus, Anopheles stephensi and Aedes aegypti were 0.002, 0.009 and 0.008 mg L-1 respectively. Correspondingly, the LC50 values of lyophilized cell mass of B. cereus against these three mosquito species were 0.0019, 0.005 and 0.004 mg L-1 respectively. Finally, simulated field trial was carried out using formulated B. cereus and the residual efficacy against all three mosquito larval species revealed 100 per cent larval mortality up to seven days and 69 to 78 per cent mortality were up to 15 days. Thereafter, the mortality was declining gradually up to 21 days. It is concluded that the formulation of B. cereus may be used for mosquito control program.
LINKING THE ANTECEDENTS OF A KEY PLAYER IN NATIONAL’S PALM OIL SECTOR IN ACHIEVING COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: MODERATING EFFECTS OF ORGANISATION’S AGE
Authors: Mohd Nazir Rabun  , Mohd Ramlan Mohd Arshad  , Muhammad Hanif Othman  
Published: April 2023

The concept of strategic positioning as a fundamental element in strategic management used to understand one of the government agencies, the key player in the plantation industry, determines its external environment, internal strategic capabilities factors and understanding its stakeholders' influences-expectations towards achieving competitive advantage. This study aims to examine all the competencies level and the correlation between the external environment, internal strategic capabilities, and understanding its stakeholders' influences-expectations and achieving competitive advantage. This study tries to examine the moderating variable that could affect the relationship between determinants of strategic positioning and achieving competitive advantage, namely the organisation’s age. This study employed quantitative and qualitative approaches by using triangulation techniques. Through cross-sectional design, there were 162 completed survey questionnaires returned, but only 150 were useable. The data collections conducted through interviews with the Agency's Board members and surveys. The survey questionnaires distributed to managers who are involved and engaged in the planning and the implementation of strategies/policies relating to the Agency. Findings indicate that the internal strategic capabilities which had created an important correlation in organisations for realising competitive advantage. Besides, the findings demonstrate the indirect effect of age of organisation in the relationship between all the determinants and their position to achieve competitive advantage. Finally, the research outcomes of this study will hopefully provide the reference to other public sector organisations to emulate the model of the Agency in positioning its organisation. It also hoped to set a direction and roadmap for the Agency to go forward as well as enable them to compete domestically and internationally on the scale of competitions.