ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 5, 2022
Epidemiological Aspect and Antibiotic Resistance Profile of Acinetobacter baumannii in the Resuscitation Department of Ibn Tofail Hospital CHU Med V
R. Rada, R. Nakhli, S. Khayati, L. Ait Said, K. Zahlane
Page no 74-77 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.001
Background: Multidrug resistant Acinetobacter baumannii, (MRAB) is an important cause of hospital acquired infection. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the epidemiology and analyze the level of antibiotic resistance of Ab strains in the intensive care unit of the ibn Tofail Hospital of the Mohammed VI University Hospital of Marrakech. Material and method: This study is a retrospective review of a city hospital epidemiology data base and includes 42 isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii (AB) from 120 patients. The antibiogram was performed according to European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (EUCAST) recommendations. Results: In our study, all bacteriological samples were taken from the intensive care unit. The mean age was 48.2 years with extremes ranging from 19 to 72 years.88 patients were male (73.4% of all cases) and 32 female (26.6%).The most frequent reason for hospitalization in the intensive care unit was severe head trauma in 35 cases (29%).During the study period, out of 120 samples received, 42 Ab strains were isolated (35% of samples). These strains were mainly isolated from blood cultures (40%). Conclusions: The diffusion of multi-resistant Ab strains in intensive care units seems to be alarming, hence the need to implement an effective strategy to fight nosocomial infections.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 16, 2022
Potential Impact of Smog on Human Health
Irum Naureen, Aisha Saleem, Shazia Aslam, Laiba Zakir, Aima Mukhtar, Rafia Nazir, Seemab Zulqarnain
Page no 78-84 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.002
Smog is a term used to describe pollution suspended in humid air. It's made up of different- sized dust particles, as well as non-metal oxides, organic compounds, and heavy metals. Apart from smoking cigarettes, one of the changeable variables leading to the development of respiratory diseases is exposure to toxic compounds dispersed in the air. . Smog is a visible form of air pollution that arises due to the over-emissions of some primary pollutants like volatile organic compounds (VOCs), hydrocarbons, SO, NO, and NO2 which further react in the atmosphere and give rise to toxic and carcinogenic secondary smog components. There are six categories of airborne chemicals that have a negative impact on public health and cause disease. Ozone, particulate matter (PM) of various dimensions - PM2.5, PM2.5–10, PM10, nitrogen – all has important implications. Lead, carbon dioxide, Sulphur dioxide, and carbon monoxide Small dust particles (PM10 and PM2.5) are given special attention since they can enter the lower respiratory tract. The page examines the impact of atmospheric pollutants on both the development and exacerbation of the disease, in addition to detailing the composition of smog and sources of air pollution. Asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, respiratory infections, and other respiratory tract illnesses can all cause symptoms. Lung cancer is a type of cancer that affects. Some of the legislative methods used in various nations to reduce exposure to harmful air pollution are presented.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 16, 2022
Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using the Plant Extract of Leucas aspera (Willd) Link and their Characterization
V. Smitha, M. Priyadharshana, M. Girija, M. A. Badhsheeba, V. Vadivel
Page no 85-90 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.003
Objective: Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized through the high-efficient, cost-effective green and facile process, using the Leucas aspera (Willd.) Link extract as a bio-reduction and capping agent at room temperature. Methods: The greenly synthesized AgNPs were subjected to UV-Visible spectrophotometer, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and X-ray diffraction spectroscopy (XRD) analyses. Results: The surface plasmon resonance found at 410 nm confirmed the formation of AgNPs. FTIR analysis was carried out to identify possible biomolecules responsible for the bio-reduction of silver ions. Furthermore, the crystallographic structure was confirmed by XRD and the average particle size of the synthesized silver nanoparticles was calculated which was found to be 36 nm. Conclusion: This study exhibits one step innovative green approach for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles from L. aspera plant extract. The method stands out primarily because it is eco-friendly and advantageous over conventional physical and chemical methods.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 20, 2022
Effect of Season Year Milk Production in Different Breeds of Dairy Cows in Badghis Province
Abdul-Momin-AZIMI, Sayed-Aalam-ANWARI, Mohammad Mehdi MOHEGHI
Page no 91-95 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.004
The experiment was conducted on three breeds the total 30 breeds of dairy cows and the number of animal of different breeds was 10 holistan, 10 garai and 10 Cross-bred (CB) during 2019 and 2020. The objective of this study was to know the impact of seasonal on milk production performance of Holistan, Garsi and CB or doragh. The average highest seasonal milk production of Garsi and CB was in spring and summer season, 9.22 and 9.02 liter, respectively and Holistan was highest in spring and summer season (8.261 liter), respectively. The overall average milk production of CB, Holistan and Garsi were 8.86, 7.98 and 7.37 respectively. The seasonal variation and milk production performance of all three breeds were found highly significant. Because the other season production was low. The average milk production of 2470 ± 37 L milk production in spring season followed by 2427 ± 41 L in summer and lowest in winter, as 2403 ± 82 L respectively. The average milk production of Garsi breed in different seasons was estimated and it was noticed that the highest average of 2460 ± 35 L milk production in spring season followed by 2434 ± 14 L in summer and lowest in winter, as 2413 ± 62 L respectively. The average milk production of CB Doragh breed in different seasons was estimated of 2540 ± 35 L milk production in spring season followed by 2457 ± 25 L in summer and lowest in winter, as 2432 ± 20 L respectively.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 22, 2022
Nanotechnology and biological advances, novel tools for plant genetics and physiological role of newly crops and limited factors affecting growth
Nadia Mubarik, Madiha Irshad, Mahnoor Aslam, Anum Marwat, Robina, Sobiya Mohiuddin Omar, Arsalan Arif, Muhammad Sohaib, Asma Mehboob
Page no 96-100 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.005
Nano-pesticides are essential for the successful and sustainable management of different pests, and they can decrease the use of agrochemicals, thereby mitigating current environmental dangers. Nevertheless, advancements in nano-particles or micro-particles, as well as distribution models for biolistic gene delivery in various plants, are still needed to enhance grain growth and crop and plant protection. , seed priming is being used effectively to expedite and synchronize germination, increase seedling vigor, and make plants extra resilient to various biotic and abiotic stresses, resulting in increased efficiency and quality of food. Nano fertilizers have distinct properties like mega absorption, increase in production, enhanced activity of photosynthesis, and a substantial improvement in leaf surface area. Growth of plants is changed to a particular environment conditions at different phases of development; and hence, a proper choice of planting date increases photosynthesis efficacy. In this perspective, providing carbon nano-tubes in to the chloroplasts has resulted in a progress for plants' enhanced capacity to collect more energy from the sun. Lower rates of photosynthetic activity in the crop plants under the cold stress limited metabolic pathways for Carbon assimilation.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 25, 2022
Potential Health Benefit of Dates Based on Human Intervention Studies: A Brief Overview
Irum Naureen, Aisha Saleem, Nadia Jamshaid Rana, Maham Ghafoor, Farwa Muhammad Ali, Naveed Murad
Page no 101-111 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.006
Date palm tree (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is an important crop or khajoor in the local language which is cultivated in many countries. Different types of dates are present but Ajwa khajoor is very beneficial in cardiovascular activity, heart disease, antimicrobial, nephroprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory activity, provide relaxation during pregnancy, reduce risk of tooth decay, improve bone health, and also provide mental clarity. Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be upon Him) said that the best assets are date palm, dates cure several disorders, and he suggested Muslims to eat the date and have a tendency the date palm. Dates play key role in anti-cancer activity, anti-tumor, cardio-protective activity, and neuroprotective activity. Dates fruits and seeds are considered essential nutrients and medicines. They can be used in a variety of cosmetic and beauty products. Many cosmetic products contain high levels of chemical compounds, commonly found in synthetics such as hydroquinone. Date seed oil has been shown to have a positive effect on human skin and hair, as well as a few products (body creams, soaps, hair products, and sunscreens) are sold. Seed oils have high oxidative properties, extended storage capacity, and can protect the skin from UV rays and repair it. Bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids and phenolics, can prevent hair loss and promote hair growth. The extracts from dietary seeds are rich in phytosterols, essential fatty acids, and nutrients needed to maintain healthy scalp, promote normal hair growth, and support nourishing functions of sebaceous glands and hair follicles. It is important to all synthetic skincare products and medically very beneficial.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 30, 2022
“Co-Induction with a Small Dose of Ketamine is a Better Option Compared to Midazolam in Reducing Induction Dose of Propofol”
Md. Ashraful Anam, Mohammad Jakir Hossen Mollick, Fakhruddin Ahmed, Md. Aminur Rahman, Sayed Nurul Huda, Mamata Manjari
Page no 112-115 |
10.36348/sjls.2022.v07i03.007
Background: Use of several anesthetic agents to induce anesthesia is not new and they are used to achieve different effects such as sedation, muscle relaxation and pain relief. Propofol has been accepted as an alternative to thiopentone for intravenous induction and is commonly used as an inducing agent and its action is more rapid. Objective: To compare co-induction with a small dose of ketamine is a better option compared to midazolam in reducing induction dose of propofol. Methods: This was a prospective, randomized, double-blind and interventional study conducted at Department of Anaesthesia, Institute of Child and Mother Health (ICMH), Matuail, Dhaka, Bangladesh from January to December-2019. Fifty two adult patients undergoing elective surgery to be performed under general anesthesia were randomized to receive 0.3 mg/kg of Ketamine or 0.03 mg/ kg of Midazolam intravenously as co-induction agent. A minute after administration of co-induction agent, anesthesia was induced with Propofol 40 mg bolus then 10 mg every 10 seconds until the loss of verbal response. The hemodynamic response at 0, 1, 2, 5 minutes respectively and the induction dose of Propofol were noted. Results: A total of 52 patients (n=26 in each group) who met the inclusion criteria were included in this study. The patients where between age group of 20 years to 71 years and weight of 40 kg to 80 kg and had ASA physical status 1. As there were no significant differences in age, sex, weight and ASA physical status of patients, between the two groups, both of the groups were comparable. The mean arterial pressure heart rates were significantly lower at 1, 2 and 5 minutes in midazolam group. However, mean arterial pressure and heart were within the physiological range in both the groups. Propofol dose requirement for induction between the two groups was similar (p>0.05) but co-induction significantly decreased the induction dose of Propofol as compared to standard recommended dose for induction. Conclusion: Our study showed that hemodynamic variables were maintained within the physiological range with midazolam and ketamine co-induction. However, lesser degree of decrease in mean arterial pressure was seen with ketamine but the heart rate was higher. A similar reduction of induction dose of propofol was achieved with both the drugs.