REVIEW ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Acute myeloid leukemia type 2 revealed by acute pancreatitis (About a Case and Literature Review)
Zineb Amhaouch, Imane Tlamçani, Mariam Mahha, Majdouline El Khiyat, Fatima Aich, Amal Taghouti, Moncef Amrani Hassani
Page no 1006-1011 |
10.36348/sjmps.2017.v03i09.010
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a very heterogeneous group of hematological malignancies, Characterized by clonal proliferation of abnormal myeloid precursors and altered normal hematopoiesis. The world Health organization (WHO) classification retains the diagnostic threshold the infiltration of the bone marrow by more than 20% of non-lymphoid blasts. AML 2 represents 30% to 40% of AML, the translocation (8; 21) is identified in 5% to 10% of all AML cases and 10% to 22% of AML2 cases. We report a case of AML 2 discovered in a 56-year-old woman, during a paraclinical assessment of acute pancreatitis. The hemogram showed a pancytopenia. The blood smear revealed the presence of circulating blasts estimated at 36%. The medullogram revealed a medullary invasion by undifferentiated blast cells estimated at 59%, Myeloperoxidase staining was positive. The patient was given antibiotic therapy and rehydration. An extra-renal treatment was performed due to the installation of acute renal failure. Evolution was marked by death following infectious complications
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
The Changing of Tradisional Fishing Community to Patorani Fisherman in Takalar South Sulawesi
Suwaib Amiruddin
Page no 771-781 |
10.21276/sjhss.2017.2.9.3
The fishing community is fisherman patorani community that specifically
captures the parent and fish eggs "Torani" (flying fish). The fishing community
estimated patorani born since the 17th century and operate locally around the
Sulawesi Sea, and catch fish species Torani and even other fish species. Since the
birth until the early 20th century are still relying on the screen (Sombala) as a boat
towing machine and rely on wind power. This study focused on social change
traditional fishermen to fishers patorani. This study used qualitative methods
descriptive, and data retrieval preliminary observation, interviews and documentation.
Informants consisted patorani fishermen, boat owners and owners of capital. The
research found that social change occurs due to the internal state of the orientation of
the needs and dynamics of the owners of capital, while externally caused by the
influence of the market on the fishing community by promising greater income and
special one species of fish and fish eggs Torani. Changes it, then forcing the
fishermen to make fundamental changes include a shift in social relations that were
once family-oriented and then turn to the professional relationship and the contractual
and binding.
CASE REPORT | Sept. 30, 2017
Primary ovarian large b-cell lymphoma: a case report
Sinaa Mohamed, Elkhanoussi Basma, Albouzidi Abderrahmane
Page no 1012-1015 |
10.36348/sjmps.2017.v03i09.011
The involvement of the ovary by malignant lymphoma is a well-known late manifestation of disseminated nodal disease. Primary ovarian lymphoma is rare. We report a case of primary ovarian non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma with unilateral involvement which was managed by surgery and chemotherapy. A 42-year-old woman was admitted with signs and symptoms suggestive of an ovarian cancer. Computed tomography revealed a tumor of the left ovary measuring 12 cm in diameter, without enlarged lymph nodes. The tumor was classified as a diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The patient has been advised 6 cycles of CHOP regimen and is presently on treatment. She has now been without disease for 36 months after the surgery. According to previous reports the treatment principles and prognosis of primary ovarian large b-cell lymphoma is the same as that of other nodal lymphomas
RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Moderating Influence of Stakeholder Knowledge on the relationship between Social Reporting and Sustainability Accounting in the Tea Sector in Mount Kenya Region
Onyango Sylvester, Muchina Stephen, Ng’ang’a Stephen Irura
Page no Sch. Bull.; 2017, 3(9): 380-397 |
10.21276/sb.2017.3.9.2
Abstract: In accounting, financial reporting dominantly focus on profits. There is growing pressure on social sensitivity of accounting. Sustainable Development Goals advocate for concern to the environment. Some researchers have endeavored to demonstrate how accountancy need to respond to the social concerns beyond traditional goal of profit maximization that singles out shareholders from the many stakeholders. However, these studies have been deficient in addressing the moderating influence of stakeholder knowledge on the relationship between social reporting and sustainability accounting. The study adopted Mixed Methods Research of survey design. The target population comprised of the factory unit managers and accountants as the key informants, drawn from tea factories of Mount Kenya region. The sample was obtained by simple random and stratified sampling techniques. Questionnaire was the main data collection instrument. Data analysis entailed simple binary and hierarchical multiple logistic regression analysis using SPSS. Study results were presented in frequencies, percentages and skewness for descriptive and binomial regression output for inferential statistic. The study found out that tea factories practice social activities that they incur costs which were treated as overhead costs and benefits were derived by tea factories. There was a statistically significant influence of social reporting on sustainability accounting; which was insignificantly moderated by stakeholder knowledge. The study findings were of significant to organizations’ strategies to respond to social externalities which in accounting terms affect the organizations profits in the long run. The study recommends tea factories adopt an integration of social reporting and financial reporting.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
The Impact of Occupational Stress on Nurses Caring Behavior and Their Health Related Quality of Life
Razia Parveen, Muhammad Hussain, Muhammad Afzal, Kausar Parveen, Iram Majeed, Fazeelat Tahira, Muhammad Sabir
Page no 1016-1025 |
10.36348/sjmps.2017.v03i09.012
Stress has been seen as a routine and accepted part of the health care worker’s role there is a wonderful research on stress in nurses worldwide. The interaction among stress and caring behaviors remains quite not examined, especially in the Asian working environment, where it is the not first time that this specific issue is being studied. The aim was to inspect and discover the correlation among occupational stress, caring behaviors and their quality of life in association to health. The aim is to observe the levels of stress facing by nurses working in a Government hospital Lahore Pakistan and explore change in perceived stress levels by department and linked with job perspectives. A co-relational study design was employed, with a two-stage cluster sampling process. Data collection was by means of a self-administered questionnaire, and nurses were investigated across 10 different wards using the perceived occupational Stress Scale. The response rate was 78%. , perceived stress levels were found to be significantly higher in age group 25 to30 59%. There was significant difference between the education levels with regard to job stress; however, differences did occur with experience, the reporting the lowest level of BSN nurses. A significant association was seen between the age and perceived stress even after adjustment. The findings suggest that perceived stress does vary within different work age group in the same hospital. Job elements, such as requirement and supply, are important with regard to perceived stress. Preventive measure was not found to play an important role
REVIEW ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Assessment of Private Property Developer’s Involvement in Urban Developmental Decisions in Kano Metropolis, Nigeria
Dankani Ibrahim Mustapha
Page no 842-849 |
10.21276/sjhss.2017.2.9.12
This study assessed private property developer‟s involvement in urban
development decision in metropolitan Kano. It is commonly acknowledged that
private property developers provides over 90% of the properties in Nigeria, but
despite this massive strides they are not involved in decisions making regarding
urban development. Primary data for the study was acquired through administration
of questionnaire to 127 property developers in Kano metropolis comprising of 114
private individuals and 13 corporate respondents. The major findings of the study
reveals extreme negligible involvement of developers in almost all the aspects of
urban development decisions such as access to land, infrastructural provision and
housing finance. Respondents suggested involvement in the form of empowerment,
collaboration, consultation, information sharing and active involvement by the
government and urban managers. The study concludes by recommending
collaboration between the government and private sector in order to boost the
activities of private property developers in the spirit of Private-Public Partnership.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Effect of Organizational Ethical Climate on Physician–Patient Relationships
Yu-Hua Yan, Yu-Li Lan
Page no 985-990 |
10.36348/sjmps.2017.v03i09.007
The objective is to explore the effects of law and code-oriented and caring-oriented organizational ethical climates on physician–patient trust and interactions. A questionnaire survey was adopted and physicians of a case hospital were selected as the survey participants. A total of 116 valid questionnaires were collected, which were then analyzed through multiple regression analysis. The law and code-oriented organizational ethical climate had a significant and positive effect on physician–patient trust and interactions. In an increasingly complex medical environment, physicians must be aware of their hospitals’ organizational ethical climate and understand their roles and tasks pursuant to the hospitals’ missions, visions, and values. Such awareness and understanding will strengthen physician–patient relationships and enhance medical service quality
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Biological Diagnosis and Monitoring of Neurosyphilis: Study of Cerebrospinal Fluid in 30 Cases
Taki Imrani Zineb, Mahha Mariam, Hendi Rajae, Yahyaoui Ghita, Mahmoud Mustapha, Benbrahim Fouzia, Belahsen Mohammed Faouzi
Page no 237-240 |
10.21276/sjpm.2017.2.8.1
The aim of this study is to identify the most informative cerebrospinal fluid
(CSF) markers in the diagnosis of active neurosyphilis and in surveillance during
antibiotic treatment. It is about a retrospective, analytical, epidemiological study over
a period of 10 years, from 1 January 2006 to 31 December 2016 conducted in the
laboratory of microbiology of CHU HASSAN II of Fez. We have identified 30 cases
of neurosyphilis over a 10-year period. All patients were HIV negative. We realised:
on the CSF, a cytochemical examination, white and red blood cell count, a total
protein and glucose levels. On CSF and serum, VDRL and TPHA tests for the
detection of specific antibodies. The CSF study showed 6 cases (20%) of meningitis
with cytology varying between 20 and 890 cells / ml predominantly lymphocytic.
40% of cases had hyper-proteinuria with extremes 0.2 and 4.3 g / l, glycorachia was
normal in all cases. The initial titration of VDRL and TPHA was positive in 18 (60%)
and 22 (74%) in the CSF, respectively, and 20 (67%) and 26 (87%) in the serum. An
accurate and simple approach to the diagnosis of neurosyphilis remains elusive and
the diagnosis continues to require a thorough assessment of the patient, including
exposure to the risk, presence of compatible clinical signs and symptoms, and
laboratory. While direct tests (such as microscopy or PCR) are useful in early
infection, serological testing remains the mainstay of the diagnosis of neurosyphilis.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Advocate Performance Model: Competence Analysis of Advocates and Organizational Commitment of Advocates
Dr. Sugeng Prayetno
Page no 815-823 |
10.21276/sjbms.2017.2.9.1
This study aimed to analyze the effect on the performance of competence
advocate partially advocate, advocate organizational commitment to advocate partial
performance and competence of lawyers and advocates simultaneous organizational
commitment. The population of this research is Law Firm that exist in all Jabodetabek
area. While the sample is 25 percent of the existing Law Firm, then obtained 123 Law
Firms. In general, there are 2 divisions of Legal Firm namely division of litigation and
non litigation division. Thus obtained the number of units observed are as follows: 2 x
123 = 246 units. Method of quantitative analysis using path analysis, followed by
analysis of determination (R Square), partial hypothesis testing (t test) and
simultaneous (test F) with alpha 5 percent (0.05). Prior to further analysis, data quality
and classical assumption test were conducted. Analytical tool using SPSS version 23.0
for windows. The results showed that the effect on the performance competence
advocate partially advocate, advocate organizational commitment affect the
performance partially advocates, and advocates competence and organizational
influence on the performance kmitmen simultaneously advocate at law firm Law Firm
in Greater Jakarta.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Behavior of Domesticated Zebra Finches (Taeniopygia guttata) in Colony and in Individual Cage and Its Effect on Their Breeding
Mohammad Moaviyah Moghal, Maqdoom Farooqui
Page no 155-157 |
10.21276/haya
In the present study an investigational work was performed to find out the effect of population density on the
breeding of domesticated zebra finch. For the present experiment three different types of cages were used namely: type
A, type B and type C cages. Type A cage was utilized for colonial breeding of zebra finch. Ten adult compatible pairs of
zebra finches were kept in type A cage. Five type B cages were built for the study; two adult compatible pairs were kept
in each type B cage. Ten type C cages were constructed for the present study; one adult compatible pair was released in
each type C cage. In type A cage 5 pair produced eggs and only one pair hatched and reared chicks successfully. In type
B cages none of the pairs produced eggs. In type C cages all pairs produced eggs, hatched eggs properly and reared
chicks successfully.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Systematic Investigation of Influential Adopting Factors of Software as a Service (SaaS) in SMEs
Zulfiqar Hussain Pathan, M. Zahid Tunio, Zahid Latif, Suhail Memon, Zuhaib Hassan Qureshi
Page no 834-841 |
10.21276/sjbms.2017.2.9.3
Cloud computing is a new technological paradigm that offers very
powerful computing and cost effective, scalable network services to its end-users /
organizations without considering the firm size. Aim of this study is to review
systematically the influential adopting factors of Software as a Service (SaaS) by
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Thirty-three research papers have been
reviewed attentively from different quality journals and valid conference reports
which were published on integration of SaaS and Cloud Computing in SMEs.
Increasing number of studies conducted in the last half decade on the factor adoption
reflects that organizations whether small or medium are very eager and enthusiastic to
integrate SaaS framework in order to get competitive advantages and proliferation of
business. Findings of this study segregated innovation variables and recapped TOE as
I-TOE (innovational, technological, organizational and environmental perspectives)
are the most influential adopting factors of SaaS in the context of SMEs.
REVIEW ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Plant Derived Alkaloids
Rajandeep Kaur, Tushar Matta, Harpreet Kaur
Page no 158-189 |
10.21276/haya
Phytochemical study of medicinal plants is essential to determine the presence of active constituents in them.
Alkaloids, the largest class, are the most important from medicinal point of view. Alkaloids are low molecular weight
nitrogen containing compounds and are typically alkaline. Approximately more than 2000 alkaloids have been isolated so
far. They are found in those plant parts where there is great vitality and growth. The medicinal use and their biological
source along with family has been discussed in their review.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Factors Influencing the Nutritional Practice of Pregnant Women Living in a Semi-Urban Region of Ogun State, Nigeria
Anyasor Chiamaka Ogechi, Olowu Olayinka Hamdalat
Page no 114-120 |
10.36348/sjm.2017.v02i05.001
Maternal nutrition during pregnancy has been associated with healthy outcomes for both mother and child. This study investigated the factors influencing the nutritional practices of pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at a State Hospital in Ogun State, Nigeria. Study employed a descriptive, non-experimental research design. A non-probability convenience sampling method was used to select 210 pregnant women and questionnaires were administered after obtaining ethical approval and written consent. Data obtained was analyzed using Statistical Package of Social Sciences (SPSS 22.0. version). Inferential statistics of chi-square was used to test the hypothesis at a significant level of 0.05. Findings revealed that the nutritional practice of participants is inadequate. Although more than half of the participants (52.9%) claimed they eat whenever they felt like, only 29.8% respondents eat variety of food in moderation whereas 43.4% respondents eat fruits and vegetable daily. 82.2% respondents confirmed that they forbid the intake of certain food item when pregnant. Factors that hindered women from maintaining adequate nutritional practices in pregnancy includes low socio-economic status (42.4%), inadequate knowledge about the food item (20.4%), ignorance (13.1%), lack of husband support (12.6%) and forgetfulness (11.5%). Provision of health information was identified as a key measure for improving nutritional practices of women during pregnancy. Nutrition education and counselling given during each antenatal visit should be intensified. Special programs which elicit husband support should be organized in order to increase men’s knowledge of adequate nutrition intake in pregnancy and also enhance supportive care which would positively affect women’s nutritional practice.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Evaluation of Antibody Titre of Dogs Vaccinated Against Canine Distemper in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Ogbu KI, Anyika KC, Gosomji IJ, Ochai SO, Gulu MY, Ijeomanta OJ, Olaolu SO
Page no 190-196 |
10.21276/haya
Determination of antibody titre of dogs vaccinated against canine distemper in Jos North and South local
Government Areas of Plateau State was carried out by collection of sera of vaccinated dogs and administration of wellstructured questionnaires to dog owners. The samples collected were analyzed using the immune-blot ELISA Kit to
determining the antibody titre (immunoglobulin G). It indicated that dogs vaccinated against the disease mounted
adequate protective immunity. The result revealed that 54 (90.0%) of the sampled dogs have protective immunity, with
those given more than one dose having higher level of protective antibody. Statistically, the result showed that the
antibody titre did not differ significantly in relation to immunity and sex, breed, age and location but significant
difference was seen in relation to number of primary vaccination. The result also revealed that those dogs that received
booster doses (secondary vaccination) had more protective antibody. The study was aimed at evaluating the antibody titre
of dogs vaccinated against canine distemper in Jos, Plateau State.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 30, 2017
Prevalence of Canine Distemper Virus in Dogs in Northern Plateau State, Nigeria
Ogbu KI, Ochai SO, Olaolu OS, Woma TY, Anyika KC, Obiagha T, Okoro JI
Page no 121-125 |
10.36348/sjm.2017.v02i05.002
This study investigated the prevalence of Canine Distemper (CD) Antigen in dogs in three major clinics in Northern part of Plateau State. A total of 150 blood samples were and sera were used to test for CD Antigen using Rapid CDV Ag Test Kit which is a chromatographic immunoassay for qualitative detection of Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) antigen. Associations between factors were analyzed using Chi square at 95% confidence interval. A prevalence of 45.33% was recorded. There was significant difference in relation to age, breed and vaccination status (P<0.05) but no significant difference in relation to sex and location. The result of the study established the presence of CDV infection in the study area incriminating age and breed as the risk factors. Therefore, there is need for establishment of adequate control measures especially through vaccinations and sero-monitoring of the vaccinated animals in the area using rapid CDV test kits.