bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Fibrin glue versus autologous platelet-rich fibrin - comparison of effectiveness on the cohort of patients with fistula-in-ano undergoing video-assisted anal fistula treatment
Authors: Ramachandran Riju , Gunasekharan Vaishnavi , Pillai Anoop Vasudevan , Raja Suyambu , Nair Anjaly S 
Published: January 2022

Context:
Minimally invasive sphincter preserving procedures like ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract (LIFT) and video-assisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT) are being increasingly used in the treatment of fistula-in-ano. The addition of adjuncts like fibrin glue has improved the results for VAAFT. Our unit has used platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) as an innovative adjunct for VAAFT.

Aims:
To compare the effectiveness of two different adjuncts, fibrin glue and autologous PRF, used to fill the treated fistula tracts following VAAFT.

Settings and Design:
Retrospective observational study on a cohort of patients undergoing VAAFT at a tertiary centre between 2015 and 2020 comparing two adjuncts used with VAAFT procedure.

Subjects and Methods:
Data of patients who underwent VAAFT for fistula-in-ano were obtained from the hospital database. Group A included patients treated with fibrin as adjunct and PRF as adjunct in Group B. Patients were followed up at 1, 3 and 6 months post-operatively and by a telephonic interview in 2020 to ascertain recent status. All data were entered into an excel sheet.

Statistical Analysis Used:
Data were analysed using SPSS V20 to test the statistical significance of the difference in the mean healing time between two groups, Mann–Whitney U-test was used and for age, Student's t-test was used.

Results:
There were 41 patients in Group A and 24 in Group B. There was a significant reduction in recurrence rate in Group B (P = 0.032) and in those patients who had a single internal opening (P = 0.045), single external opening (P = 0.03) and complex tracts (P = 0.033). PRF was cheaper than Fibrin glue.

Conclusions:
PRF is more effective and economical with lower recurrence rates.
Tympanoplasty in High-Risk Perforation and Atelectatic Ear Using Perichondrium-Cartilage Island Graft and Temporalis Fascia
Authors: Malhotra Tarun , Jha Shymal , Kamal Deep , Thakur Vaidehi 
Published: January 2022

Background:
The prevalence of chronic otitis media in the Armed Forces is high. Moreover, management of high-risk perforation and atelectatic ear is an even greater challenge. It is necessary to assess the most viable management approach to achieve an optimal outcome.

Aims and Objectives:
We aimed to compare anatomical and audiological results in tympanoplasty for high-risk perforation and atelectasis using perichondrium-cartilage island (PCI) graft with temporalis fascia (TF) graft.

Materials and Methods:
A retrospective study was carried on 110 patients. Fifty-four patients and 56 patients underwent PCI graft and TF tympanoplasty, respectively. Postoperative graft integration rates and hearing outcomes were compared. Chi-square test was carried out to compare postoperative graft uptake. Postoperative audiological outcomes were compared using t-tests.

Results:
At 2-year follow-up, the graft take-up rate for PCI graft and TF graft was 96.29% and 82.14%, respectively (statistically significant). In the TF group, 17.86% had reperforation and recurrence of retraction pockets. In the PCI group, 3.71% had recurrent perforation. Furthermore, there was a statistically significant in the postoperative long-term improvement in pure-tone average air-bone gap in the cartilage island graft group (15.01 ± 3.53 db vs. 21.96 ± 4.09 db, P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
PCI graft achieves better morphological and audiological results in comparison to TF graft in high-risk perforation and atelectatic ears. It has a higher graft integration rate and better long-term audiological outcomes.
Online Teaching of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Students in Pediatrics
Authors: Saxena Apoorv , Shaw Subhash Chandra , John Biju M. , Adhikari K. M. 
Published: January 2022

Background:
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the world to change its approach to medical education with most of the undergraduate (UG) teaching shifting to online mode. As in other colleges in India, we also switched to online classes for both UG and postgraduate (PG) students in April 2020. We intend to share our preliminary experience about the acceptance and performance of these online classes in Pediatrics.

Methodology:
For UGs, we studied the attendance and marks of term ending summative assessment of batch of 2020 who attended online classes and compared them to the attendance and marks of the term ending summative assessment of the previous three batches (2017, 2018, and 2019). We also obtained a feedback on a prevalidated questionnaire from the UG as well as PG students.

Results:
The mean ± standard deviation (SD) attendance of the batch of 2020 was 81.6 ± 16.2%, while that of the 2017, 2018, and 2019 batch during the same period was 84.9 ± 10.9%, 92.6 ± 4.8%, and 83.0 ± 7.6% respectively. Similarly, the mean ± SD marks for the batch of 2020 was 74.8 ± 6.5% while it was 66.9 ± 9.4%, 58.6 ± 10.1%, and 60.9 ± 9.7% for 2017, 2018, and 2019 batches, respectively. The feedback obtained from both UGs and PGs was satisfactory in relation to the acceptance of the online mode.

Conclusion:
The online classes in Pediatrics are a reasonable alternative to the onsite classes in the prevailing situation.
Assessment of the knowledge, attitude, and practices of OB-GYN consultants and residents on the screening of postpartum depression
Authors: Loquero Cristyne G. , Galbo Pherdes E. 
Published: January 2022

INTRODUCTION:
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a major health concern for child-bearing women and has its effects on her children. Advocacies for mental health have paved way for more awareness of conditions such as PPD. Currently, there is no particular screening protocol employed by attending physicians of these women. There is also a lack of data that determines the practices of obstetricians when dealing with patients with PPD or those at risk of developing it.

OBJECTIVE:
This descriptive study evaluated the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of OB-GYN consultants and residents on the screening of PPD.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:
A validated questionnaire was utilized with some modifications made to tailor fit the targeted population. All affiliated consultants and residents of the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society-accredited training hospitals in a Region VII were included while those retired were excluded. The Google Form link of the questionnaire was disseminated to the different institutions who gave approval to conduct the study. Anonymity and confidentiality of data acquired were maintained throughout the study.

RESULTS:
A total of 110 responses were received. The key findings of the study showed that the respondents have above average knowledge on PPD including its risk factors, symptoms, complications, and treatments. They generally have positive beliefs toward their role in the screening and management of PPD. Moreover, majority of them have already tried screening for PPD although not routinely.

CONCLUSION:
There is a significant relationship between the knowledge, attitude, and practices of the consultants and residents on the screening of PPD. Systems should be put in place to ensure effective treatment and follow-up of patients and thus impact good clinical outcomes.
EVALUATION OF CONCEPT LEARNING DEFICIENCIES ENCOUNTERED IN TEACHING SLOPE IN THE EMERGENCY DISTANCE EDUCATION PROCESS
Authors: Akbaş Elif Ertem , Alan Kübra 
Published: January 2022

Due to the fact that the pandemic process did not occur in a predictable time frame, various difficulties have arisen in the field of education. This is also true in mathematics education, and concretization has been one of the biggest obstacles. This situation paved the way for concept learning errors that may occur in students. There are some basic problems encountered in teaching the subject of slope. In this study, the purpose was to evaluate the concept learning deficiencies encountered in teaching the subject of slope by using real life problems with the help of Geogebra. The study had an action research design based on a qualitative approach. The participants of the study were 13 8th grade students attending a public school in Turkey. As the data collection tool, the activity named Bicycle-Slope, which was prepared by Kavak (2013) and which was available on the website of Geogebra, was used. In addition, 4 sub-questions were directed to the students. Moreover, the data were photographed with a camera, recorded with a voice recorder and analyzed descriptively. At the end of the study, when the responses of the students were observed, it was seen that there was a decrease in most of the concept learning errors that occurred.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0973/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
SCHOOL AND PUPILS BASED FACTORS INFLUENCING GIRLS’ DROPOUT RATE IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN WEST POKOT, KENYA
Authors: Andiema Nelly , Manasi Echaune 
Published: January 2022

Girls’ child education is important in any education system. However, the retention of these girls’ pupils within the education system is a great challenge in Alale Zone. The study sought to establish school and pupil based factors leading to drop out among girls’ pupils in primary schools in Alale Zone, West Pokot County. The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the influence school-based and pupils’ personal factors on girls’ dropout rate in primary schools. Maslow theory guided the study. The study was conducted in 7 primary schools in Alale Zone, North Pokot Sub County. The research design was descriptive in nature. The target population included 7 head teachers and 82 public primary school teachers. The head teachers were selected through purposive sampling while teachers were selected through simple random sampling technique. The research relied on questionnaires and interview schedules as instruments of data collection. Both validity and reliability of research instruments will be determined. The data collected was analysed using descriptive statistics and presented using frequency distribution tables, pie charts and bar and column graphs. The study established that school based and pupils-based factors influenced girls’ dropout rate in the zone. Moreover, issues of teenage pregnancy, poor performance, poverty, sexual harassment and families believe and attitude contributed to increased cases of girls’ dropout in schools. The study recommends that various stakeholders; government, teachers and community at large should foster efforts aimed at promoting girls’ education in the zone. Guidance and counselling services need to be strengthened in primary schools in Alale Zone.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0908/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE ROLE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION IN ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF THE PERFORMANCE OF HUMAN RESOURCES: A FIELD STUDY AT KING KHALID HOSPITAL IN NAJRAN, SAUDI ARABIA
Authors: Hussein Swan Abdul Rahman Abdullah 
Published: January 2022

<p>The study aimed to examine the role of information technology and communication in boosting the quality of the performance of human resources at King Khaled Hospital in Najran, Saudi Arabia in the light of variables (information systems and databases, communication systems, information technology in human resources). The descriptive-analytic approach was used to verify the role of information and communication technology in improving the quality of the performance of human resources. The study sample consisted of (133) employees in King Khalid Hospital in Najran. They responded to a closed-item questionnaire. The results found that there was a statistically significant relationship at the level of significance (α ≤0.05) between information technology (information systems and databases, communication systems, information technology in human resources) in the quality of the performance of human resources. It also confirmed that there was a statistically significant relationship at the level of significance (α ≤0.05) for information technology (communication systems, communication techniques) in improving human resource functions. This study recommends that the hospital administration should pay attention to information and communication technology because of its significant impact on the quality of the performance of human resources and its application in all other government agencies and institutions. It is also recommended for the need to keep abreast of technical developments and information technology and work to use them in human resources. In addition, there is a need to develop specialized training programs for human resources staff to work on all programs and use devices to raise the level of performance in a way that benefits the achievement of competitive advantage, excellence, and quality in performance. </p><p> </p><p>JEL: D83; J24; I10</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0989/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
ENHANCING TEACHING AND LEARNING OF OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING (ODL) STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES USING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES AT UNIVERSITY, ZAMBIA
Authors: Chikopela Rose , Ndhlovu Daniel , Mandyata Joseph M. , Mpolomoka Daniel L. , Kasonde-Ng’andu Sophie 
Published: January 2022

Technology is highly valued in modern day teaching and learning especially when it comes to imparting knowledge to students with disabilities. This paper presents the findings of a study that sought to establish the emerging and digital technologies being used to enhance the teaching and learning of ODL students with disabilities at Nkhruma University. The study used a case study design. The population comprised all students with visual and hearing impairment under ODL and their lecturers. A total sample of fifty-five (55) participants was employed and snowball sampling technique was utilized. The instruments used for data collection were interview guides and observation schedules. Data was analyzed thematically. The findings revealed that emerging technologies such as the use of information and communication technology were used by both students with visual and hearing impairment to learn effectively and lecturers to teach effectively. It was also revealed that digital technologies such as computers, cell phones, and Ipads were used during the lectures for effective teaching, easy access to materials and information. It was further revealed that some students with disabilities and lecturers were not well oriented on the use of modern ICT tools. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that the institution conducts technology-biased capacity building workshops for all ODL lecturers.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0975/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
INFLUENCE OF CEREBRAL LATERALIZATION ON SHOOTING ACCURACY PERFORMANCE OF FIELD HOCKEY PLAYERS
Authors: Çilkiz Mustafa , Özdal Mustafa 
Published: January 2022

<p>The aim of this study is to examine the effect of cerebral lateralization on drag-flick and shot performance in hockey. For this purpose, 35 elite hockey players participated in the study as subjects. After the lateralization test was applied, the subjects were divided into three groups as dominant right hand, dominant left hand and using both hands, and then shot and drag flick tests were applied to the subjects to determine the effect of lateralization on hockey skills between the groups. The obtained data were analyzed in SPSS 22.0 program. After testing for normality and homogeneity, one-way analysis of variance and LSD correction were performed for multiple groups. When the results were examined, it was determined that hand preference had a significant effect on shooting performance and drag flick performance in favor of right and left hand dominant (p&lt;0.05). As a result, it can be said that the effects of laterization are in favor of the dominant hand in hockey players regardless of whether they are right or left, and individuals using both hands perform negatively in hitting advantageous points.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0903/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
AN INVESTIGATION INTO ASSESSMENT CRITERIA OF THE CONTENT CONTEXT AND FORMS OF EXTRACURRICULAR SPORTS ACTIVITIES FOR STUDENTS AT SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN TAY NINH PROVINCE, VIETNAM
Authors: Tuan Nguyen Thanh , Truong Duong Ngoc , Son Nguyen Quang 
Published: January 2022

<p>After using the conventional scientific research methods, observing the steps of document synthesis, interviewing, and checking the reliability of the questionnaire through Cronbach's Alpha, the paper has come up with five quantitative assessment criteria and eight qualitative assessment questions of the content and forms of extracurricular sports activities for students at secondary schools in Tay Ninh province. This research has contributed to renewing the content and forms of extracurricular sports activities for students at secondary school.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0977/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECT OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS ON QUALITY OF LIFE OF PATIENTS WITH COVID -19
Authors: Sever Canan , Akcan Fırat 
Published: January 2022

<p>It is thought that knowing the situations that minimize the negative effects of Covid-19 on human health will be useful in the fight against the epidemic. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the relationship between the level of physical activity and the effect of Covid-19 on quality of life. 200 people who had previously had Covid-19 participated in the study voluntarily. An international physical activity questionnaire was applied to the participants to determine their pre-disease physical activity levels, and an international quality of life scale was applied to determine the effect of Covid-19 on the quality of life during the disease. SPSS 22 package program was used in the analysis of the data. In the study, the relationship between age, marital status, gender, education and physical activity level and the effect of Covid-19 disease on quality of life was examined. There was no statistically significant difference between the age, gender and marital status of the participants and the scores they got from the quality-of-life questionnaire (p&lt;0.05). On the other hand, there was a statistically significant difference between the education levels of the participants and the scores they received from the quality of life, between those who received high school education and those who received education at the undergraduate level, in favor of those who received undergraduate education, in general health scores and social health scores (p&lt;0.05). On the other hand, the general health score between the physical activity level and the quality-of-life scores, the physical activity level between the active and the very active, in favor of the very active, the general health score between the inactive and the active and the very active, the general health score in favor of the active and very active statistically significant difference was found (p&lt;0.05). As a result, it can be said that those with good educational status and those with active and very active physical activity levels are more advantageous in feeling less of the symptoms associated with Covid-19 and reducing its negative impact on quality of life.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0974/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE CURRENT SITUATION OF TRAINING STUDENTS MAJORING IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AT CAN THO UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Hoa Nguyen Van , Tri Nguyen Huu 
Published: January 2022

The objective of the research is to evaluate the training process for students majoring in physical education at Can Tho University in the period between 2004 and 2020. Through carefully examining and summarizing documents and surveys, the research accurately and comprehensively provides an overview of the current situation regarding the process of training physical education students at Can Tho University. The study looks at four issues: the enrollment process, graduation outcomes, graduates’ employment situations, and employers’ satisfaction level. The findings indicate that the enrolment process has been under difficulties regarding the number of enrolled students in recent years, the training quality is very good, students graduate on time, and the training products satisfy employers.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0958/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
Upaya Meningkatkan Pemahaman Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran IPA pada Materi Penggolongan Tumbuhan dengan Pembelajaran Cooperatif Model Jigsaw
Authors: Umiyati Siti , Ngatiyem Ngatiyem , Sumarni Sumarni , Sukijah Sukijah , Ernawati Basuki  , Nurhayati Nunung 
Published: January 2022

The background of this research problem is the teacher's effort in realizing the goals of school education, namely developing strategies to create a pleasant learning situation. As for the problems found with regard to the teaching and learning process, especially in science learning related to plant classification material which shows that the level of student mastery is still low. This study aims to improve the learning outcomes of third grade elementary school students on the concept of classifying plants with the jigsaw model cooperative method. The implementation of this learning improvement research was carried out in class III SDN Cipondoh I, Cipondoh District, Tangerang City, totaling 36 people consisting of 18 boys and 18 girls. The results of the final learning test obtained in this study for each cycle have increased. In Cycle I activities, the test results obtained an average of 67 this value is less than the KKM value but in Cycle II activities with an average of 88 more than the KKM value. This research can be concluded that the learning activities arranged using the Jigsaw model cooperative method provide a teaching experience for teachers and a learning experience for students. The researcher teaches the material on classifying plants in class III through 2 stages, namely Cycle I and Cycle II.
Keywords: improve student learning outcomes, Jigsaw Model cooperative learning, science.
Nostokurjista kruunuihin
Authors: Manzhurin Evgeny 
Published: January 2022

From Cranes to Crowns
After Vyborg’s incorporation into the Soviet Union, its status diminished from a regional capital to a district centre. To add insult to injury, the city also suf- fered a symbolic demotion when the use of its coat of arms was discontinued. Change came in the 1960s when the idea to (re-)create city symbols began to circulate in the Soviet press. New symbols were adopted, and informal heraldic imaginaries appeared on souvenirs and badges, millions of which were pro- duced, consumed and collected across the USSR. This article examines the heraldic revival in Vyborg: the attempts to create a Soviet symbol by the city authorities and informal uses of the heraldic form. Through appropriations of space and time, this heraldic revival created new visions of the city that under- mined the monolithic Stalinist symbolic order. Consumer items used heraldic fantasies to promote the perception of Vyborg as a non-Soviet place, as part of the imaginary West. In the 1980s and 1990s this vision became dominant in Vyborg’s official symbols.