Operative Surgical Procedures - Science topic

This article is the first ethical review technical guideline in the field of oncology in China, compiled by the Medical Ethics Society of China Anti-Cancer Association and jointly completed by 104 national ethics review experts in accordance with a series of Chinese laws and regulations. The document, taking into account the national conditions of...

Oxidative stress contributes to cell aging and is implicated in diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cancer. As a classic model for studying aging, Drosophila is also widely used in oxidative stress research due to its genetic tractability and physiological relevance. However, researchers often face chall...

In pursuit of an efficient and precise method for measuring the Leaf Area Index (LAI), this paper designs and implements a portable LAI measurement instrument based on hemispherical photography, designated as LAI-HP. Constructed upon an embedded platform, this device integrates advanced functionalities of image acquisition, processing, and storage...

Objective: To analyze the environmental sustainability actions of a federal university hospital in Paraíba from institutional documentary sources. Method: This is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach, constituted as documentary research in its methodological approach. Also included were reports of sustainable actions observed by research...

This article examines to what extent Armenia has advanced in inclusive education and the remaining institutional, social, cultural, and attitudinal barriers hindering the smooth implementation of universal inclusive education. It examines why it is important to include children with disabilities in mainstream classes and favorable attitudes toward...

This paper explores the theoretical basis of computer-assisted language teaching (Constructivist Learning Theory, Multiple Intelligences Theory), and elaborates the advantages of computer-assisted English Linguistics course teaching in points. Combined with English classroom teaching and extracurricular activities, computer-assisted teaching sessio...

Industri penggilingan padi merupakan komponen penting dalam perekonomian nasional dan penyerapan tenaga kerja. Namun, berdasarkan data Kemnaker RI pada tahun 2023, jumlah kasus kecelakaan kerja di Indonesia tercatat sebanyak 370.747 kasus. Hal ini menggambarkan bahwa pekerjaan industri menghadapi berbagai risiko keselamatan dan kesehatan kerja (K3)...

This study aimed at assessing the influence of tax audit on revenue collection in Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA). Specifically, study examined the influence of comprehensive audit, limited scope audit and single-issue audit on revenue collection. Study consisted of six TRA tax regions namely: Kinondoni, Tegeta, Ilala, Temeke, Kariakoo and Large T...

Introdução: O pseudocisto pancreático é uma complicação referente à pancreatite aguda, pancreatite crônica e outras agressões ao parênquima pancreático, que formam um tecido fibrótico. Metodologia: Este artigo tem como objetivo revisar, na literatura científica das principais bases de dados, informações sobre os pseudocistos pancreáticos, destacand...

The rapid growth of the technology industry poses significant challenges for transportation providers in maintaining service quality, particularly in addressing the gap between customer expectations and perceptions and ensuring efficient resource management. This study explores factors influencing service quality in Malaysian transportation provide...

Background MR‐guided radiotherapy (MRgRT) offers new opportunities but also introduces workflow complexities requiring dedicated optimization. Implementing magnetic resonance linear accelerator (MR‐Linac) technology comes with challenges such as prolonged treatment times and workflow integration issues. Purpose We present here our experience and s...

The present study assessed the microbial quality of manufactured ice and the source water used for commercial fish post-harvest handling in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Source water and ice samples were collected from 15 ice plants between October 2021 and October 2022 and immediately analyzed for aerobic plate count (APC) at 370C, total col...

Surgical handover remains a high-risk process with no gold standard for practice despite 20 years of available guidance. Variability in practice is common, and poorly performed handover poses significant, yet avoidable, risk to patients. Research in this domain is underfunded with widely heterogenous methodology, meaning that the evidence base for...

Objectives Risk-based stratification approaches using measurable residual disease (MRD) successfully help to identify T-acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL) patients at risk of relapse, whose treatment outcomes are very poor. Because of T-ALL heterogeneity and rarity, a reliable and standardized approach for flow cytometry (FC)-based MRD measuremen...

Background Magnetic particle imaging (MPI) allows for radiation-free visualization of tracers without background signal. With the first human-sized interventional MPI scanner being recently developed, the aim of the present study was to test its performance for guiding of endovascular procedures in a realistic perfusion model. Methods Three fresh-...

With the increasing global population, ensuring food security has become one of the major global challenges, particularly in relation to protein food sources. Aquaculture activities are generally considered a potential alternative for providing protein-rich food. However, conventional aquaculture production systems require substantial water usage,...

Soybean Trypsin Inhibitors (STIs) in soy-based foods have negative effects on soybean protein digestion and pancreatic health of humans. The inactivation of STIs is a critical unit operation aimed at enhancing the nutritional properties of soy-based foods during processing. This paper reviews the structure of STIs and soybean proteins, as well as t...

The European Marine Omics Biodiversity Observation Network (EMO BON) is an initiative of the European Marine Biological Resource Centre (EMBRC) to establish a persistent genomic observatory amongst designated European coastal marine sites, sharing the same protocols for sampling and data curation. Environmental samples are collected from the water...

Introduction The paucity of data on perioperative outcomes in low- and middle-income countries complicates the design and implementation of targeted interventions to improve the delivery of safe, affordable, accessible and timely surgical and anaesthesia care services. We assessed perioperative outcomes of patients undergoing surgical care at three...

As language agents progressively automate critical tasks across domains, their ability to operate within operational constraints and safety protocols becomes essential. While extensive research has demonstrated these agents' effectiveness in downstream task completion, their reliability in following operational procedures and constraints remains la...

This research aims to explore disruptive credit innovation in Indonesia. This disruptive innovation creates a product or service that is not marketable, typically by creating new markets for various types of customers by decreasing prices in old markets and using innovations following health protocols during a pandemic outbreak. There are three typ...

Quality health services are a fundamental aspect in improving the welfare of society. This study aims to analyze the relationship between risk management, safety culture, and service quality on patient satisfaction. The method used was a systematic literature review (SLR) with the PRISMA approach, which reviewed various related studies from 2019 to...

Background Minimally invasive surgeries for intracranial pathologies are gaining popularity, recognizing the intrinsic benefits, mostly related to recovery time, while minimizing injury to healthy parenchyma and adjacent functional areas, especially during the resection of deep and centrally located lesions. These procedures require technical famil...

Objectives To evaluate the frequency of erectile dysfunction in male patients who undergo thyroidectomy using the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5), and explore possible risk factors. Methods 163 male patients who undergo partial, unilateral or bilateral thyroidectomy between December 2021 and September 2022 were retrospectively st...

Since surgery is a complex procedure due to multiple factors, it is more difficult to rigorously evaluate innovative processes in this field than clinical trials of new drugs. Being able to carry out an adequate study design with all its corresponding implications, achieving high-quality standards for these studies, ensuring respect for patients' r...

Objective To semantically enrich the laboratory data dictionary of the Study of Health in Pomerania (SHIP), a population-based cohort study, with LOINC to achieve better compliance with the FAIR principles for data stewardship. Materials and Methods We employed a workflow that maps codes from the SHIP-START-4 laboratory data dictionary to LOINC co...

Introduction: The Bank plays a significant role in financial intermediation and serves as market-makers and agents. The emergence of new financial technology, commonly known as "FinTech", is anticipated to revolutionize these industries. FinTech encompasses technological advancements in the financial sector to enhance consumer satisfaction, streaml...

Climate emergency and other anthropogenic pressures urgently call for technological and methodological advances to enhance our ability to protect marine habitats and their ecosystem services. In recent years, environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding has emerged as a powerful tool to achieve an integrative assessment of the environmental health status...

Medical education is rapidly evolving with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly through the application of generative AI to create dynamic learning environments. This paper examines the transformative role of prompt engineering in enhancing simulation-based learning in emergency medicine. By enabling the generation of reali...

The irony of life is that in the complex world of neurosurgery, where the skilled mind of the neurosurgeon navigates the delicate terrain of cerebral aneurysm, the same mind can be affected by the very thing it treats. Sometimes the healer becomes the one in need of healing. This predicament highlights the reality of existence that vulnerability tr...

Cancer data is widely available in repositories such as the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Genomic Data Commons (GDC). These datasets could serve as controls or comparisons in compendium analyses with user data, avoiding the expense and time of generating additional datasets. However, the user must be able to process their new data in the same man...

Guidelines International Network North America expanded on ‘Adapting Clinical Guidelines for the Digital Age’, an initiative to innovate guideline development and implementation leveraging technology. The objective: solve pain points ̶ problems occurring at different levels of the customer experience ̶ in guideline development and implementation us...

Haji ialah hal yang wajib diamalkan oleh semua umat muslim diseluruh dunia dan sanggup menjalankannya. Pentingnya panduan dan tuntunan manasik menjadi pedoman sebelum menunaikan ibadah haji dan umrah yang melaksanakan. Studi ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji manasik haji, umrah, dan ziarah madinah dalam kitab Manasik al-Hajj wa al- Umrah wa Ziarah al-Ma...

Establishing a cut score is a crucial aspect of the test development process since the selected cut score has the potential to impact students' performance outcomes and shape instructional strategies within the classroom. Therefore, it is vital for those involved in test development to set a cut score that is both fair and justifiable. This cut sco...

Background A framework to evaluate implementation of Major System Change (MSC) in healthcare has been developed and applied to implementation of longer-term system changes. This was the first study to apply the five domains of the MSC framework to rapid healthcare system change. We aimed to: i) evaluate implementation of rapid MSC, using England CO...

Groin hernia is a very widespread disease that poses a real public health challenge. Given that hernia surgery remains one of the most commonly performed operative procedures worldwide, improving results appears to be a real challenge. In the captivating history of herniology and alongside the development of surgical techniques, the reduction of an...

Situs inversus totalis is an extremely rare congenital anomaly in which the thoracic and abdominal organs are transposed to the opposite side from their usual anatomical location. This condition is usually asymptomatic and goes unnoticed until diagnostic imaging for unrelated diseases is performed. In such an anatomical circumstance, the presentati...

Nuclear medicine makes considerable use of radioisotopes. Enhancing safe practice and promoting radiation protection measures in the radiology department is greatly aided by the analysis of occupational doses received by medical radiation workers, particularly nuclear medicine staff who deal with radioisotopes. The current study sought to establish...

Background The international scientific literature is systematically analyzed in this review over a period of nearly 10 years with respect to the use of the active hemostat and surgical sealant patch TachoSil, considering its economic effects. It`s an update of the first review published in 2014. Methods A PubMed systematic literature review was d...

Background: Acute abdomen constitutes about 5-10% of all emergency department visits. Gastrointestinal perforations account for about 25% of acute abdominal emergencies.Non-traumatic gastrointestinal perforations have received very less attention in the recent medical literature than inflammations, tumors or traumatic lesions of solid abdominal org...

The proposed single-phase flexible AC/AC converter in an AC microgrid controlled by the PWM method is presented and tested with a small capacity. This converter uses a simple and small number of semiconductor switches and passive elements to limit power loss and increase efficiency. It has higher reliability, safety, and continuity of power supply...

This research aims to analyze the health service strategy at the Nias Police Pratama Clinic. Health services are a crucial aspect for the police in supporting the health of personnel and the surrounding community. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews, observation and...

Organizations must be able to withstand various challenges that arise in different forms. Focusing on management control systems is crucial, as there is a strong relationship between organizational performance and management control systems. This article is based on a literature review method, examining the influence of management control systems i...

This study explores the complex relationships between workload, motivation, employee performance, and the mediating roles of supervision and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in organizational contexts. Using a qualitative research methodology based on a systematic literature review, the study synthesizes findings from both theoretical and empir...

Online learning became widespread and fully realized during the pandemic. With the new method of learning came the gamification of some online learning platforms. Previous studies state that Discord is perceived positively as a potential online learning platform. However, these studies were isolated from practice and primarily gathered information...

Surgical castration of males is carried out on a large scale in the US swine industry and the pain resulting from this procedure can be assessed using the Unesp-Botucatu pig composite acute pain scale (UPAPS). We aim to propose a short version of UPAPS based on the behaviors best-ranked by a random forest algorithm. We used behavioral observations...

Background: Appropriate disposal of clinical waste is critical for ensuring safety, reducing environmental impact and lowering incineration costs. From 2018-2021 it is estimated that East Lancashire Hospital NHS Trust (ELHT) spent ~£100-150,000 on incineration of clinical waste, with incineration costing £535 per tonne. Despite the availability of...

O presente estudo objetivou demonstrar o processo de validação e desenvolvimento de um aplicativo para pais e/ou cuidadores acerca do desenvolvimento de crianças submetidas a intervenção cirúrgica. Desta forma foi sistematizado em quatro etapas: 1) levantamento bibliográfico utilizando os descritores em base de dados científicas Pubmed, via Medical...

Entering the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China has introduced the shareholder loss of equity system into the "Company Law," aiming to strengthen shareholders' capital contribution responsibilities and safeguard the authenticity of company capital. However, due to the abstract nature of the legal provisions and the lack of judicial interpretations...

In facing the changes that occur, companies have difficulty following new regulations because of differences with previous regulations. Companies must be able to optimize functions in all parts of the company organization in order to maintain long-term competitiveness and achieve sustainable success. These rules are formed in standard operational p...

Objectives The purpose of this study was to describe the prolene suture-assisted cystoscopic removal of double J ureteral stents in infants and summarize the safety, operability, and effectiveness of this approach. Methods The clinic data of patients who underwent double J ureteral stent removal by prolene suture-assisted cystoscopy were reviewed....

X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) is widely recognized and globally utilized due to its rapid imaging capability, high spatial resolution, and excellent density resolution. However, the large volume of CT examinations, coupled with complex and repetitive operation procedures, has increased the workload of radiographers and the risk of errors. This is...

We designed and implemented a data-collection methodology providing comprehensive end-to-end visibility across the refrigerated supply chain of fresh produce. The approach involves two steps: detailed mapping of the supply chain in which the data is gathered and collecting different data in the supply chain. We applied the method for the supply cha...

X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) is widely recognized and globally utilized due to its rapid imaging capability, high spatial resolution, and excellent density resolution. However, the large volume of CT examinations, coupled with complex and repetitive operation procedures, has increased the workload of radiographers and the risk of errors. This is...

The medical treatment by emergency paramedics without the presence of an emergency physician in Germany is based primarily on 1) delegation by the Medical Director of Emergency Medical Services (AELRD) or 2) the independent practice of medicine according to § 2a of the German Federal Emergency Paramedic Act (NotSanG). Both possibilities differ with...

Objective: This study aims to measure the influence of nursing skills on patients' physical rehabilitation by implementing PFCC-based bedside handover. Methodology: The research on developing a PFCC-based bedside handover model was conducted on the physical rehabilitation of patients in the Inpatient Ward of the Tgk Chik Di Tiro Sigli Regional Gene...

To objectively analyze the patterns and characteristics of personal safety incidents in China’s power grid enterprises, the study examines the patterns of personal safety incidents in power grid companies from 2014 to 2023, focusing on accident types, spatial distribution, temporal distribution, professional fields, and causative factors.The result...

Background: Operative procedures have led to various side effects, including dry eyes, overcorrection, undercorrection, optical aberrations such as glare, ghost images, halos, and infections. Objective: To analyze changes in plasma levels of hepatocyte growth factors (HGF) levels and their effects on the progression of axial length (AL) in severe m...

In this era of industrialization, urbanization, and the uncontrolled use of agrochemicals, biodiversity of both plants, animals, insects etc. is decreasing and in fact various species become extinct before their identification and some after their identification. Therefore, for the proper protection of species to maintain the health of ecosystems,...

Background: Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) has substantially impacted oral health services in Malaysia. The Prime Minister of Malaysia announced the “Transition to Endemic” phase of COVID-19. Although the World Health Organization issued provisional guidelines to address considerations for essential oral health services during the pandemic and...

Purpose Our facility aimed to establish a standardized process to guide healthcare team members to incorporate doulas in the labor and delivery setting while meeting regulatory and safety requirements and promoting operational transparency. Description Doulas provide emotional, physical, and educational support to patients and families throughout...

Introduction Research into management and leadership in healthcare has revealed that the organizational context influences quality improvement, which is why research is needed to better understand the particulars of leadership in the relatively unexplored field of prehospital emergency care. This includes aspects of managerial work related to manag...

Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a core competency of perioperative professionals for provision of operative procedures. Having the skills to accomplish IPC is very important for perioperative nurses and others well before a construction or renovation project begins. A close collaboration is needed between perioperative nurses and infectio...

A blood transfusion is an essential component of contemporary medical care since it offers treatment that can save a patient's life for a broad variety of illnesses, such as trauma, anaemia, cancer, and other serious ailments. In this context, blood banks are vital to healthcare systems all over the world since they are responsible for the collecti...

This study addresses the responsibility of the Pharmacist in the management of controlled medications, according to Ordinance No. 344 of May 1998. The research setting is the Emergency Room of Jardim Jacira, located in Itapecerica da Serra-SP. The need to standardize handwritten records in the Satellite Pharmacy and the Hospital Pharmacy led to the...

Management of municipal urban waste remains challenging in societies and constitutes a key issue within the frame of “Smart cities” and sustainable development. Optimal schedule and operational procedure have traditionally depended on: filling level and economic savings, as an example of conditions for collection. Nowadays, control of odor emission...

Transmission flexibility is a key component of current power systems and demands a reconfiguration of alternatives to expand transmission infrastructure. This paper addresses the use of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) as an asset of the transmission system that provides increased transmission capacity. Furthermore, the BESS also supports ope...

CT Urography is a diagnostic imaging technique used to evaluate the urinary tract system, including the kidneys, ureters, and bladder. This study aims to analyze CT Urography examinations in patients with clinical hydronephrosis at RS TK II Pelamonia Makassar to assess the effectiveness of imaging techniques in detecting obstructions, kidney stones...

Cold atomic absorption spectrophotometry and atomic fluorescence methods were employed to ascertain the total mercury concentration in soil samples. A systematic comparison and analysis were conducted on the operational procedures, precision and detection limits of these methodologies. The standard curve for total mercury determination in soil usin...

Soil organic carbon (SOC) as a key soil health indicator is integral to the soil's capacity to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals, and humans. Accurate SOC estimation is essential to decision‐making for an increasing number of stakeholders, such as farmers, industry professionals, and policymakers, to determine the e...

Introduction Poor food handling, improper cooking, and inadequate storage practices contribute to the spread of harmful pathogens, particularly in vulnerable environments such as old age homes. Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations is essential to protect elderly residents from foodborne illnesses. Methods This study assessed food safet...

Objective: Complications in neuroendovascular therapy for cerebral aneurysm (AN) affect the clinical course of patients. Patient conditions, operating procedures, and operator expertise were highlighted as risk factors for complications. These risk factors often combine and constitute particularly strong risks, resulting in a worsened clinical cour...

Based on experiences from stakeholders, this paper describes and discusses Danish emergency procedures when animal transport vehicles overturn, from a One Welfare perspective. Twenty qualitative interviews were conducted with selected stakeholders involved in emergency responses and their co-ordination. Results from interviews were extracted and ar...

Asthma is a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, accounting for 17.4% of deaths worldwide. As one of the top 10 non-communicable diseases, asthma significantly impacts patients and their families. Characterized by recurrent and reversible airway obstruction, asthma often leads to ineffective breathing patterns. This study explored the i...

This article explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) transformation. It begins by examining the current challenges in PLM, including the difficulties in understanding existing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and preparing for future states. The article then...

The background of this research was the discovery during a field study that there were problems in the delivery process at Sentana Rattan Furniture, namely delays in delivery which could affect service quality. The purpose of this study is to identify the types of delivery delay problems that often occur, the factors that cause delivery delays, and...

Occupational health and safety (OHS) issues in the oil and gas industry are critical factors that influence worker safety and the operational continuity of companies. The oil and gas industry is known for its high-risk environment, which involves hazardous chemicals, high pressures, extreme temperatures, and the potential for accidents that can har...

Keywords rock parameters rock drilling machine learning digital twins numerical modeling Rock parameters, including the uniaxial compressive strength (UCS), cohesion, and friction angle, are fundamental in geological and geotechnical engineering. The traditional methods for determining these parameters are often constrained by limitations such as c...

The purpose of this community service is 1) to prepare standard operating procedures (SOP) for school financial management, 2) to prepare internal audit rules, and 3) to mentor effective and efficient school financial management. The implementation of the activity began with a field assessment conducted to obtain a valid analysis of the situation a...

The purpose of the research is to find out, analyze, and describe the extent to which the One-Stop Integrated Service (PTSP) Policy Implementation is implemented at the Kotamobagu City Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office (DPMPTSP). This research uses a qualitative method. The number of respondents was 11 people who were determined by...

Background/Objectives: New nurses often face challenges in adapting to clinical environments, particularly in mastering electronic medical record (EMR) systems, which are critical for effective patient care and communication. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a practice-oriented EMR education program designed to improve new nurses’...

The increasing complexity of digital transformation in higher education institutions underscores the need for [i]effective IT governance frameworks. Universitas Katolik Musi Charitas (UKMC), a medium-sized university in Indonesia, faces challenges in aligning IT operations with its strategic objectives, including overlapping applications, limited r...

Background Reliable animal models are crucial to drug development for focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare kidney disease. Variability in success rates in literature and significant ethical concerns with animal welfare necessitate further optimization of adriamycin (ADR)–induced FSGS model developed on BALB/c mice. Methods High‐perfor...

The hydrogen plasma smelting reduction process has the potential to drastically reduce the CO2 emissions of the steel industry by using molecular, atomic and ionized hydrogen as a reducing agent for iron ores. To increase the hydrogen and thermal efficiency of the process, a pre-reduction and pre-heating stage should be incorporated in a future ups...

The analytical phase refers to the actual testing of the sample using POCT devices. This phase involves automated or semi-automated biochemical, hematological, or molecular diagnostic processes, depending on the test type. Accuracy at this stage depends on factors such as device calibration, reagent stability, and operator proficiency. Adherence to...

Questions asked by teachers in English-medium instruction (EMI) classrooms are widely recognized as crucial in mediating language and content learning. Nonetheless, studies on EMI classroom discourse have rarely attempted a comprehensive conceptualization of teacher questioning or an analytical model to operationalize such a conceptualization. Draw...

has been carried out but is not yet optimal due to the lack of a schedule and standard operating procedures (SOP) for supervision. Supervision activities are incidental according to needs and have not been carried out in a structured and well-documented manner. The aim of this research is to determine the implementation of head of room supervision...

Organizations evolved through uncertainties of globalization and competition. This evolutionary process involves changes in structure, ownership, and operational policies. The trends pose a serious challenge for the organization to develop comprehensive change management programs as a mechanism for achieving competitive advantage fostering growth a...

Problems in Discharge Planning are still a problem in various countries; several efforts have been made by professional bodies and the Government in England, the United States, Australia and Canada to plan Optimal Discharge Planning. While the immediate impact of a lack of Discharge Planning is causing suffering for patients and their families and...

Background: Healthcare-associated infections impose a significant burden on antibiotic usage, healthcare expenditures, and morbidity. Therefore, it is crucial to revise policies to minimize such losses. This nationwide survey aimed to evaluate infection prevention and control (IPC) components in healthcare facilities and encourage improvements in...

The genus Ruspolia refers to a small group of plants in the Acanthaceae family, with two dominant species R. decurrens and R. hypocrateriformis essentially distributed in tropical parts of Africa. Decoctions from these plants are used in folk medicine for the treatment of a few human pathologies but the active ingredients at the origin of the bioac...