REVIEW ARTICLE | June 21, 2021
Bomb Thrown Incident in an Agricultural Land. Perplexed Act of the Perpetrators: A Real Crime Scene Report
Prof. T. Nataraja Moorthy, A. Manivannan, M. Muhammad Naeim
Page no 424-427 |
10.36348/sijlcj.2021.v04i06.012
Currently, forensic crime scene investigators face challenges because of the diplomatic acts of the offenders. The actors are very cautious in leaving their evidence during crime operations and depositing their statements during interrogations. Researchers have shown that the investigators need to have the basic knowledge in science, engineering, and medicine fitted for legal or public argumentation. The major impediment to an investigation is the loss or removal of a piece/pieces of evidence from the crime scene. The reason is that human traffic at a crime scene is likely for items to move, misplace, or steal. Only a knowledgeable investigator can handle such critical situations efficiently and conclude the presentation in the legal system. The present case report is an example of such scenario wherein four persons were admitted to a government hospital with explosion injuries, investigated in Tamilnadu, India. They had alleged that when they were walking in an agricultural agricultural land, four persons (as named by the injured) had thrown bombs on them hidden behind a haystack. A case was registered u/s attempted murder and explosives act, and the named four persons from the village were brought to the police station for further investigation. Immediately many villagers have assembled near the police station and demanded the release of these four persons from the police custody since they were innocents and not at all committed the offense. The District Superintendent of Police directed the forensic crime scene investigator (CSI), the corresponding author (hereafter as TN), to assist the police investigation. Accordingly, the CSI immediately rushed first to the hospital with the Superintendent of Police and observed the injured and inquired them and the medical doctor who treated them and recorded their statements. TN then visited the alleged bomb blasting area and no possibility of explosion observed in the said site and finally opined that the allegation of bomb thrown on the wounded was false. The author uncovered the perplexed act of wounded forensically and the police arrested the wounded for crime act concealment and treated under police custody. Later the wounded were prosecuted and finally sentenced by the Honourable Judge, accepted the forensic findings.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 20, 2021
Current Situation of Educating Students Majoring in English Language Teacher Education in Hanoi, Viet Nam about Traditional Cultural Values
Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen, Tran Huy Hoang
Page no 153-159 |
10.36348/jaep.2021.v05i06.002
In an era of global integration, educating the young generation in general and students in particular about traditional cultural values plays a very important role in the stable development of a certain country. This paper focuses on finding out the current situation of educating traditional cultural values to students majoring in English language teacher education in some universities in Hanoi, Vietnam. The results show that that both students and teachers surveyed agree on the necessity of educating students about traditional cultural values listed in the questionnaires. According to the findings, traditional cultural values education in many different ways does take place but not very often in universities in Hanoi. It is recommended that traditional cultural value education needs to be paid more attention by authorities, university leaders, educators and students; and needs to be developed systematically.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 20, 2021
Comparison of the Effectiveness of 4% Articaine Hydrochloride and 2% Lignocaine Hydrochloride in Impacted Mandibular Third Molar Surgery- A Prospective, Parallel Arm, Randomized Controlled Trial
Yash Raj, Shreyas Gupte, Karishma Motwani, Thomson Mariadasan Dcruz
Page no 168-173 |
10.36348/sjbr.2021.v06i06.003
Objectives: This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of 4% articaine hydrochloride and 2% lignocaine hydrochloride in impacted mandibular third molar surgery. Materials and Methods: Sixty subjects randomly received either the 4% articaine injection (Group 1) or 2% lignocaine injection (Group 2) with 1: 200000 adrenaline via a pterygomandibular nerve block. The onset of the action of anesthesia, pulpal anaesthesia and its quality during the surgery, duration of anesthesia, duration of the surgery, the total volume of the anesthetic solution, hemodynamic statistics and pain levels were recorded. Results: The mean onset of anesthesia was significantly shorter in Group 1 (4.243 minutes) as compared to Group 2 (4.398 minutes). Onset of pulpal anesthesia was significantly shorter, with values as 4.287 ± 0.335 mins (Group 1) and 5.215 ± 0.3157 mins (Group 2). The duration of anesthetic effect in Group 1 was 3 hours (14.60 ± 9.76 mins), significantly higher than lignocaine -2 hours 43.33 mins (163.33 +-11.97 minutes). The duration of the procedure was marginally higher in Group 1- 41.67 ± 20.14mins; Group 2- 39.30 ±18.54mins. There was a statistically significant difference (P < 0.05) between qualities of anesthesia with pain scores lower in Group 1 as compared to Group 2. Articaine was found to have better cardiovascular stability than lignocaine. Conclusion: 4% articaine hydrochloride with 1:200000 adrenaline is more effective than 2% lignocaine hydrochloride with 1:200000 adrenalines in impacted mandibular third molar surgery in terms of onset, quality of anesthesia and hemodynamic parameters.
REVIEW ARTICLE | June 20, 2021
Improving Toothbrush Hygiene: Handling Toothpaste Residue
Louis Omontuenmen Ibhawoh, Osagie Akpata
Page no 143-147 |
10.36348/sjm.2021.v06i06.006
Tooth brushing using toothpaste and the toothbrush remains the most common mouth cleaning method. Many dentists recommend the use of a fluoride-containing toothpaste twice daily when tooth brushing. This process retains food debris, blood, crevicular fluid, saliva, phlegm and toothpaste residues in between the bristles of the toothbrush if not thoroughly cleaned after use. These can potentially infect traumatic injuries caused by toothbrushes in the mouth and also re-infect immunocompromised persons after recovery from some illnesses or other persons when toothbrushes are shared or improperly stored. Household vectors attracted to toothpaste residues on toothbrushes can potentially infect such toothbrushes with non-endemic strains of microorganisms as well. With hundreds of millions of people around the world projected to join the class of the extremely poor by 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, one popular professional recommendation for toothbrush hygiene- replacement every 3 or 4 months- is increasingly likely to be ignored. This paper recommends additional, cost-effective, universally adaptable ways of improving toothbrush hygiene for the removal of toothpaste residues after tooth brushing.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 20, 2021
Risk Factors of UTI in Pregnant Women and the Maternal and Perinatal Outcome Attending North East Medical College and Hospital, Sylhet
Dr. Nasrin Chowdhury, Dr. Mohammad Shahadat Hossain Mazumdar
Page no 254-257 |
10.36348/sijog.2021.v04i06.004
Objective: In this study was designed to see the risk factors of UTI in pregnant women and the maternal and perinatal outcome. Methods: In this case control study, women enrolled in antenatal OPD of North East Medical College and Hospital, Sylhet, during July 2020 to December 2020, were randomly allocated into case and control group. The inclusion criteria for pregnant women during the 13th - 26th weeks of pregnancy in the case group was the positive urine cultures of bacteria (more than 10 5 colonies growth in a standard positive urine culture). The same with negative culture was control group. Then parameters such as parity, sexual activity, type of delivery, and infants' birth weight were recorded in questionnaire. Results: Incidence of UTI in mid trimester pregnancy during study period was 26%. Risk factors like previous history of UTI, sexual activity and multipara were higher in case group. Highest age incidence was between 20-30 years. Predominantly patients were asymptomatic. Lower abdominal pain was a common symptom. Eshcherichia coli was commonest organism. Prevalence of bacteriuria was more in women with history of UTI earlier in pregnancy. Premature rupture of membrane was significantly higher in case group. Caesarean section was higher in the case group. According to this study, the average weight of newborns whose mothers had UTI was 2.83 kg and it was 0.44 kg lower than the newborns of healthy mothers. Conclusion: According to the conducted study, UTI in mothers is the major reason for comparatively lower birth weight of infants. Routine urine check during pregnancy is helpful in diagnosing this early and fast care. For better results, more analysis is required.
CASE REPORT | June 20, 2021
Laryngeal Lymphoepithelial Carcinoma: Which Specificity?
Ikrame Boumendil, Razika Bencheikh, Hanaa Rahim, Najwa Belhaj, Mohammed-Anas Benbouzid, Leila Essakalli
Page no 275-277 |
10.36348/sjmps.2021.v07i06.009
Undifferentiated carcinoma of nasopharyngeal type (UCNT) is mainly known in its nasopharyngeal localization. Nevertheless, it can be found in other sites of the upper and lower aerodigestive pathways. The aim of this work is to study the characteristics and therapeutic management of UCNT located outside of nasopharynx; particularly at the larynx; in the light of the medical observation of a 65-years-old who presented a laryngeal lymphoepithelial carcinoma admitted to the department of otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery at the specialties hospital, Mohamed V university, Rabat-Morocco.
REVIEW ARTICLE | June 20, 2021
“Biochemical Features, Genetic Breeding Approach, Salient Features and Plant Molecular Approach to Target Plant Genes”
Muhammad Riaz, Muhammad Ehsan Haider, Arbaz Khan, Muhammad Husnain Abbas, Muhammad Afzal, Saifullah, Sara Siddique, Muhammad Haseeb Anwar Tarar
Page no 270-274 |
10.36348/sjmps.2021.v07i06.008
Different methods are used for the introduction of foreign DNA in the genome of a plant. These processes includes the biological methods which are based on pathogenic bacteria A. rhizogenes and A. fumefaciens, or the chemical and physical coordination’s like microprojectile-bombardment, micro-injection, chemical poration and electroporation. The bacterial transformation is the straight gene transferring mechanism through which the some of the bacteria intake the foreign DNA from environment. The protoplasts of plant treated with the polyethylene glycol take up the DNA more rapidly from the surrounding, and this DNA can be integrated stably in to plant chromosomal DNA. Biolistics contains acceleration of higher mass transporter elements (commonly made up of tungsten, gold or platinum) roofed with the genes which passed through cells, separating the DNA inside by the adsorption method. SiC whiskers are like a needle having a size of 20μm in length. These whiskers helps in penetrating the plasma membrane and cell wall of targeted cell for transferring the wanted DNA and hence, the transformants are attained.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 18, 2021
Optimizing the Management Planning of City Park Public Green Open Spaces in Banjarbaru
Fakhri, Tomi Oktavianor, Taufik Arbain
Page no 226-232 |
10.36348/sjef.2021.v05i06.003
The availability of sufficient green open space (RTH) is one of the efforts to maintain the optimal quality of environmental functions. The management of green open space (RTH) is still reaping many problems in urban areas. The management of this green open space needs attention and the role of many parties. The arrangement of green open space needs to consider residential areas, public and social facilities, as well as green open space for the public. RTH facilities have started to break down, paint is peeling or dull, lighting is inadequate, and it is often misused towards negative behavior. This research was conducted to answer how to optimize the management of green open space in Banjarbaru City. The research method used is descriptive qualitative research. The research was conducted in the Banjarbaru City Public Green Open Space area that did not meet the minimum requirements of 30% of the city area. Data obtained from interviews, observations, and supporting references. The analysis includes data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and interactive conclusion making. It was concluded that Banjarbaru's green open space management planning was packaged into the "Smart Green City for Banjarbaru" planning model or called the Green City. Planning and management is carried out by two leading sectors, namely the Public Works and Spatial Planning Service (PUPR); and the Department of Housing and Settlements (Disperkim). Planning has also involved the Banjarbaru City Environmental Service.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 18, 2021
Oral Symptoms and Oral Health Related Quality of Life in Patients with Grinspan’s Syndrome: A Questionnaire Based Cross-Sectional Study
Dr. Ranjitkumar Patil, Dr. Akhilanand Chaurasia, Saman Ishrat, Rini Tiwari
Page no 137-142 |
10.36348/sjm.2021.v06i06.005
Introduction: Grinspan syndrome is a triad of erosive form of oral lichen planus (OLP), diabetes mellitus (DM) and arterial hypertension. The objective of present study is to evaluate the oral health and oral symptoms in patients with Grinspan’s syndrome and also an emphasis on evaluating the level of awareness about oral health in patients of this disease complex. Methods: The study subjects with Grinspan’s syndrome are included in the study while the rest were excluded along with those who are on medications for other conditions. A self-administered structured questionnaire is used as the survey instrument. After collecting all the responses from patients, it is analyzed statistically using IBM SPSS® Software (21.v). Results: The most common oral symptom found in Grinspan’s syndrome is Glossodynia (92.1%). The high arched palate (35.6%) and temporomandibular joint disorders (35.6%) are least associated with this syndrome. Glossodynia was most prevalent (91.4% and 93% respectively) and their association with gender was highly significant (p value<.001) however the association of all other oral symptoms with gender was statistically non significant (P>.001). Among the different age groups, the presentation of oral symptoms was highly variable but the association between oral symptoms and age group was statistically highly significant (P<.001). Conclusions: Glossodynia is the most common oral symptom found in Grinspan’s syndrome whereas high arched palate and temporomandibular joint disorders (35.6%) are the least associated with this syndrome, in our study. The presentation of oral symptoms depends on and varies according to the age group of patients.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 17, 2021
New Low Birth Weight: Risk Factors and Prognosis in African Environments (Segou Hospital in Mali)
T. Traoré, C. Sylla, K. Sidibé, B. Taoré, A. Maiga, A. Sanogo, S.Z. Dao, S. A. Beye, F. Kané, S. Boiré, B. Traoré, D. Fomba, S. Dougnon, T. A. Thera, Y. Traoré, I. Téguété, N. Mounkoro, S. Diakité, S. Aïssata, K. Chaka, A. Diakité, M. Touré
Page no 115-121 |
10.36348/sijtcm.2021.v04i06.009
Objective: The aim was to assess the risk factors and prognosis of low birth weight at nianankoro Fomba Hospital in Ségou, Mali. Materials and Methods: This is a prospective control case study from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011. Results: We recorded 160 infants of low birth weight out of a total of 2353 births or 6.8%. Adolescent girls were the most affected with 35% of cases compared to 16.9% for witnesses. Brides were the most affected in 80.6% of cases compared to 92.2% among witnesses. The main reasons for consultation were uterine contractions in 43.8%; metrorragia on pregnancy in 12.5% of cases and premature rupture of membranes in 10% of cases. Low birth weights were observed in discharged parturients in 35% of cases were compared to 8.1% of controls 36.25% of pregnant women who performed only one antenatal consultation (CP NV) had given birth to a low birth weight compared to 12.3% in controls and 60.63% of cases had not performed any NPCs compared to 4.3% in controls. Instrumental extraction was performed in 43% of cases compared to 15.6% in controls, and caesarean section in 26% of cases versus 5.9% in controls. It appears that both sexes were affected by low birth weight with a predominance of the male sex (56.9%) compared to women (43.1%). The main causes of neonatal death were among others: Respiratory distress with 62.22% and neonatal infections in 26.66%. Conclusion: Infants of low birth weight are a public health problem because of their high prevalence and the resulting adverse consequences.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 17, 2021
Microbial, Phytochemical Screening and Toxicity Analysis of GM PLUS Herbal Drug
Raphael Nyarkotey Obu, Lawrencia Aggrey –Bluwey
Page no 112-114 |
10.36348/sijtcm.2021.v04i06.008
This study was design to examine the microbial load, phytochemical screenings and acute toxicity of GM Plus herbal drug mixture. Six samples of the mixture were sent to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana for analysis. For the toxicity test, Sprague-Dawley rats were put into six rats in each group. Animals in all groups were immunized with 5.0*108 SRBC/ml after which each group was treated with either GM Plus (30,100 or 300 mg/kg p.o., daily) based on preliminary investigations, levamisole (10mg/kg, p.o, daily), dexamethasone sodium (4mg/kg, i.m, daily) or Normal saline. The result of the toxicity proved that, Levamisole and 30,100, and 300 mg/kg GM Plus treatment resulted in significant increases (p<0.001) in the HA titre and WBC count relative to the dexamethasone and no treatment groups. A differential count performed indicated an increase in neutrophil proportion of the total count in the GM Plus treated groups. With regards to the microbial analysis, the total microbial load of Gm Plus was within the acceptable limits (BP 2015; category C of herbal products) there were no pathogenic microorganisms present. The herbal mixture has complied with the BP specifications for microbiological quality. The product GM Plus is therefore safe for usage.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 17, 2021
Laboratory Analysis of Herbal Drug as Immune Booster
Raphael Nyarkotey Obu, Lawrencia Aggrey –Bluwey
Page no 110-111 |
10.36348/sijtcm.2021.v04i06.007
This study was design to examine the microbial and phytochemical property of MD Herbal Capsule as an immune booster. Six samples of the product were submitted to Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana, as part of the Food and Drug Authority (FDA) herbal drug registration protocol. The result proved that, the herbal product as an immune booster is safe.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 17, 2021
Acute Dermal Toxicity, Cumulative Irritancy, Sub-Chronic Toxicity Test, Delayed Toxicity Assessments and Microbial Quality Analysis of an Herbal Drug as Analgesic
Raphael Nyarkotey Obu, Lawrencia Aggrey –Bluwey
Page no 107-109 |
10.36348/sijtcm.2021.v04i06.006
This study was design to examine the Acute Dermal Toxicity, cumulative irritancy, Sub-Chronic Toxicity Test, delayed Toxicity Assessments and Microbial Quality Analysis of an Herbal drug for analgesic property as well as the phyto screening potential of the product. Six samples of the product were submitted to the Department of Pharmacology and others for the analysis at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana, as part of the Food and Drug Authority (FDA) herbal drug registration protocol. The result proved that, the herbal product formulated for pain relief is safe to use in experimental animals and therefore could be safe to use as a topical application.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 17, 2021
Research and Contruct Morphological and Functional Models for Vietnamese Premium Shooting Athletes with Content of 10 Meters - Air Pistols
Linh Thi My Nguyen, Hien Thi Pham, Phuong Quy Le
Page no 138-142 |
10.36348/jaspe.2021.v04i06.001
Built a morphological and functional model for high-level Vietnamese shooting athletes with content of 10m pistols, including: 23 morphological indicators: Height (cm), Weight (kg), Quetelet Index (g / cm), Hand length (cm), Arm span (cm), index finger length (cm), Foot length H (cm), Hand width (cm), Shoulder width (cm), Width Elbow (cm), Knee Width (cm), Chest Width (cm), Chest Thickness (cm), Bust (cm), Arm Ring (cm), Stretched Arm Ring (cm), Forearm Ring (cm), Leg Ring (cm), Fat Under of Shoulderblade (cm), Fat under Subcutaneous of Triceps (cm), Abdominal Fat (cm), Leg Fat (cm), Somatype and 10 functional indicators: Cardiac performance index, Blood pressure (HA) max/min, Vital capacity (liters), EEG, Testorteron, Cortisol, Number of red blood cells (RBC), Hemoglobin concentration in the blood (Hb). Eye field, Heart rate. Test results of morphological and functional indicators of athlete H.X.V. has affirmed the objectivity, science and many indicators equivalent to high-class shooters in Asia and the world.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | June 17, 2021
Acute Toxicity of CP Women Capsules in Spraque-Dawleys Rats
Raphael Nyarkotey Obu, Lawrencia Aggrey –Bluwey
Page no 103-106 |
10.36348/sijtcm.2021.v04i06.005
This study was design to examine the acute toxicity of the 80% -ethanolic extract of CP women capsules in healthy male and female Sprague-Dawley rats. Six samples of the product were submitted to the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, College of Heath Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon, and Accra for the analysis. The investigators at the University declared in their research report that the study was conducted at the Animal Experimentation Unit of the School of Biomedical and Allied Health Sciences (SBAHS), College of Health Sciences, university of Ghana. On clinical Observation, the study conducted reports that the animals treated by the ethanolic extract of CP women capsules (5000 mg/kg) did not show any observable abnormality in movement, salivation, sleep, lethargy, there was no signs of piloerection and mortality in comparison to the control group within the first 48 hours, and daily during the 14 days of the study. With regards to Lethal Dose Fifty (LD50), the study found that per monitoring the animals for 24, 48 hours and throughout the remaining 12 days, the group of rats treated by the ethanolic extract of CP women capsules did not record any deaths. Hence, the LD50 of the ethanolic extract of CP women capsules, when administered orally, is greater than 5000mg/kg. In conclusion, further studies involving long term administration of aqueous extract of CP women capsules in different experimental rodents, including mice, will be needed to assess its safety for trial and use in humans. More renal function markers such as creatinine should be analyzed.