ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Effects of Indole-3-carbinol on Inflammatory and Prooncogenic Mediators in Solid Ehrlich Carcinoma Induced Mice
Almokhtar A. Adwas, Azab Elsayed Azab, Ata Sedik Ibrahim Elsayed
Page no 147-154 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.4.6
Indole-3-carbinol (I3C) and its metabolites were proven to suppress the proliferation of various cancer cell lines by
targeting a wide spectrum of signaling pathways that regulate hormonal homeostasis, cell cycle progression, and cell
proliferation. Moreover, I3C inhibited tumorigenesis in mammary glands, liver, lung, and gastrointestinal tract in
different animal models. These preclinical findings demonstrate the value of I3C in cancer prevention and therapy, which
has led to its trial in cervical dysplasia, breast cancer, leukemia and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis. This study
aimed to investigate the effects of different doses of I3C on inflammatory mediators, IL-6 and TNF-α levels and
prooncogenic mediator, SphK1 activity, in tumor tissue in Solid Ehrlich Carcinoma (SEC) Tumor Model. Eighty
BALB/c male mice were used in this study. Except for mice in the control group, each mouse was implanted
subcutaneously with 0.2 ml of the ascites fluid containing 1x106 Ehrlich carcinoma cells (ECCs) into the thigh of the hind
limb. Mice were divided into four groups (20 mice per group) as follow: Control group, Solid Ehrlich carcinoma (SEC)
control group, Indole-3-carbinol (I3C 1000 ppm) group, in which mice were put on a diet containing 1000 ppm I3C
starting seven days before and continued for 42 days after tumor inoculation, Indole-3-carbinol (I3C 2000 ppm) group, in
which mice were put on a diet containing 2000 ppm I3C starting seven days before and continued for 42 days after tumor
inoculation. Administration of I3C (1000 and 2000 ppm) to ECCs-bearing mice resulted in significant decrease in tumor
volume and increased survival rate. Subcutaneous implantation of ECCs resulted in significant increase in tumor tissue
SphK1 activity, TNF-α and IL-6 levels and administration of I3C (1000 and 2000 ppm) to ECCs-bearing mice resulted in
significant decrease in all of these oncogenic and inflammatory mediators.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Cutaneous Metastasis (About 10 Cases)
Abdessamad Sakkah, Jalal El Benaye, Youness El Khachine, Abderrazak Jakar, Fetohi Mohamed, Mohamed El Haouri
Page no 335-338 |
10.36348/sjm.2019.v04i04.009
Cutaneous metastasis is a condition where cancers originating from various parts of the body spread to the skin. There are rare but not unusual. The objective of our study is to study the epidemiological, clinical and evolutionary profiles of cutaneous metastases. Throw this retrospective study rendered over 6 years period from 2011 to 2016. 10 patients were selected from the dermatology department of Moulay Ismail’s Hospital in Meknes. We deduced the following: The sex- ratio M/F is 2.3, the average age is 60.9 years. Skin metastases appeared mostly during the evolution of the primary tumor. The preferred seat of the MCs in study was the trunk. The clinical appearance was mostly nodular. Adenocarcinoma (60%) was the most frequent histological form followed by squamous cell carcinoma (40%). Evolution was unfavorable, as 40% of the 60% of patients followed died at about 3 months after diagnosis of MCs. Skin metastases are a sign of poor prognosis, and occur most often at a late stage during the development of tumor pathology, but on the other hand, MCs may reveal underlying neoplasia. Its asymptomatic character makes early screening difficult
REVIEW ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Implementation of Epidemiology Surveillance Based on Attribute of Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport, Banda Aceh
Safrizal, Asriwati
Page no 155-162 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.4.7
Epidemiological surveillance in the era of globalization, especially in the very rapid progress in the field of
transportation, with only a few hours can cause an epidemiological shift in the disease, representative. Timeliness, data
quality and stability. This study uses an evaluative descriptive approach to the surveillance system at the Port Health
Office Class III of the Banda Aceh Work Area at the Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport. The subject of this study was a
surveillance system in the area of Banda Aceh's Class III Airport. The technique of data collection was done through
questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies. The results of the study there are several indicators The
attributes of simplicity, flexibility, acceptability, sensitivity and stability and high timelines. While the assessment of data
quality and positive predictive value is still low. The conclusion of this study is the activity of epidemiological
surveillance attributes at the Class III Banda Aceh Health Office in the Work Area of the Sultan Iskandar Muda Airport,
but there are problems in the surveillance system due to limited equipment, although there is a shortage of positive
predictions but the timeline remains.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
A Clinical Study of Perforations of the Tympanic Membrane in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Yelma Bhooma Reddy, M Hemanth Rao
Page no 317-321 |
10.36348/sjm.2019.v04i04.005
Tympanic membrane perforations are encountered by Otologists in clinical practice. It is the most common cause of hearing loss. We in the present study tried to evaluate the size and location of perforation to the degree of hearing loss and the outcome of treatment of these patients in our hospital. Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted in the Department of ENT, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences [RIMS], Adilabad. A detailed clinical history including the name, age, sex, address, occupation, presenting complains, past history and physical examination and ENT examinations under microscopy was done to assess the size, site, and shape of perforation including Pure Tone Audiometry. All the patients underwent Myringoplasty through postaural approach using underlay technique taking temporalis fascia as graft material. Results: A total of n= 40 patients were included in the study male patients were n=24(60%) and n=16 (40%) were female patients and the male to female ratio was 6:4 with the predominance of male patients common cause of the injuries was related to RTA 18(45%). The right ear was involved in n=18(45%) of cases left ear was involved in n=21 (52.5%) and bilateral involvement was seen in n=1(2.5%) of cases. n=40 patients underwent myringoplasty in the Grade I perforations the preoperative hearing loss was 29.59 ± 6.65 and in the postoperative, after 12 weeks 17.05 ± 4.4 dB and the audiometric gain was 12.54 dB. In Grade II it was 35.40 ± 5.44 dB and postoperative 12 weeks were 18.51 ± 3.5 dB audiometric gains was 16.89 dB. The Grade III had pre-operative levels 37.95 ± 6.10 dB and the audiometric gain 19.84 dB and similarly in Grade IV 37.95 ± 6.10 dB and the audiometric gain was 25.95 dB. Conclusion: It can be concluded the tympanic membrane perforations are very common in men with the frequency of posterior perforations are greater and the hearing loss does not vary substantially with the location of the perforation. Surgical intervention of perforations is required when they fail to heal spontaneously and the audiometric gain following myringoplasty was more where the size of perforations was large
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Correlation between Handgrip Strength and Selected Anthropometric Parameters in Athletes and Nonathletes
Adheke M. O, Oyakhire M. O, Paul J. N
Page no 163-167 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.4.8
Handgrip strength is a reliable predictor of muscular strength and proper hand functioning. The aim of this study was to
compare and correlate between handgrip strength and selected anthropometric variables in Nigerian athletes and nonathletes of both sexes. A cross-sectional, descriptive study was carried out on 62 athletes and 80 non-athletes in the age
range of 18-30 years among the students of the University of Port Harcourt. Handgrip strength was measured using an
electronic hand dynamometer. Anthropometric variables used were mid-arm circumference, arm length, forearm length,
hand length and hand width. An independent samples t-test was used to compare between both sexes in each subject
category in both dominant and non-dominant handgrip strength. Also, an independent samples t-test was used to compare
differences in anthropometric variables between both sexes in each subject category. A Pearson’s correlation was used to
determine the relationship between handgrip strength and anthropometric variables in both athletes and non-athletes. The
findings from this study showed that athletes had a significantly higher handgrip strength mean values compared to nonathletes. Strong positive correlations were shown handgrip strength and most anthropometric variables used in the study.
It was concluded that handgrip strength was higher in people engaged in sports and it showed significant relationship
with anthropometric variables.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Myeloproliferative syndrome Induced Portal hypertension
F. Moumayez, K. Abdelwaly, N. Elkhabiz, I. Benelbarhdadi, F. Ajana
Page no 322-324 |
10.36348/sjm.2019.v04i04.006
Myeoloproliferative syndrome can cause portal hypertension by inducing the formation of portal thrombosis. In this rectrospective study, we report all cases of portal hypertension caused by myeoloproliferative syndrome and the steps of the final diagnosis
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Unfolding The Link: Age Estimation through Comparison of Demirijian and Moore’s Method
Dr. M. Chandra Sekhar, Dr. D. Ayesha Thabusum, Dr. Marisetty. Charitha, Dr. G. Chandrasekhar, Dr. P. Shaziya Firdous
Page no 168-173 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.4.9
Introduction: Development of teeth is a useful measure of maturity, as it represents a series of recognizable events that
occur in the same sequence from an initial event to constant endpoint. Age estimation from teeth is generally considered
reliable, as they are naturally preserved long even after disintegration of bones and tissues. Aims and objectives: The aim
of present study was to determine dental age from panoramic radiographs using Demirijian’s method and Moore’s
method in kadapa population. It was also to compare two methods for calculation of dental age and evaluate which
technique is better. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted in the department of Oral Medicine and Radiology
at Govt dental college and hospital, kadapa. Total of 75 subjects of age group from 7 years to 14 years were included. For
every individual included in the study, a panoramic radiograph was taken with standard parameters and adequate
protective measures and was analysed for developmental stages of teeth accordingly to the criteria given by Demirijian
and Moore’s method. Results: A statistically significant difference was observed in all age groups except 12, 14 years in
Demirijian’s method and except 10, 12 years in Moore’s method. Demirijian’s method over estimated the age with a
mean difference of -2.10 and Moore’s method underestimated the age with a mean difference of 0.92. Pearson’s
correlation revealed more positive correlation between chronological and dental age using Demirijian’s method which
was 0.644 compared to Moore’s method which was 0.593 showing greater accuracy of Demirijian’s method compared to
Moore’s method. Conclusion: Age estimation can be done by Demirijian and Moore’s method with the former showing
greater accuracy than the latter. The Demirijian’s method tends to overestimate the age and Moore’s method under
estimated the age. However further research should be aimed at with a larger sample for better accuracy of both the
methods.
CASE REPORT | April 30, 2019
Non Syndromic Hyperdontia in Bilateral Mandibular Premolar and Chronic Periodontitis: A Case Report
B. Subhada, Ganapati Anil Kumar, Irram Abbas Hameed, V K Sasank Kuntamukkula, Nithin Sylesh R, Angel Mary Joy, Rahul Vinay Chandra Tiwari
Page no 331-334 |
10.36348/sjm.2019.v04i04.008
Odontogenic anomalies may sometimes be encountered in our routine dental practice. These anomalies may pose a challenge to the dentist, considering the magnitude of condition. Hyperdontia in the mandibular premolar region is a rare occurrence. We describe a case report of a 35-year-old male patient, presenting with concurrent occurrence of chronic periodontitis and supernumerary premolar, and a possible correlation between the two entities
REVIEW ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Anatoxin–a and Anatoxin–a(s) Time–Resolved Absorption and Resonance FT–IR and Raman Biospectroscopy and Density Functional Theory (DFT) Investigation of Vibronic–Mode Coupling Structure in Vibrational Spectra Analysis
Alireza Heidari, Jennifer Esposito, Angela Caissutti
Page no 174-194 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.4.10
Anatoxin–a(S) "Salivary"[a] is a naturally occurring cyanotoxin commonly isolated from cyanobacteria (specifically of
the genus Anabaena) and causes excess salivation in mammals via inhibition of acetylcholinesterase. Anatoxin–a(S) is
structurally a cyclic N–hydroxyguanine organophosphate with a phosphate ester moiety. Parameters such as FT–IR and
Raman vibrational wavelengths and intensities for single crystal Anatoxin–a and Anatoxin–a(s) are calculated using
density functional theory and were compared with empirical results. The investigation about vibrational spectrum of
cycle dimers in crystal with carboxyl groups from each molecule of acid was shown that it leads to create Hydrogen
bounds for adjacent molecules. The current study aimed to investigate the possibility of simulating the empirical values.
Analysis of vibrational spectrum of Anatoxin–a and Anatoxin–a(s) is performed based on theoretical simulation and FT–
IR empirical spectrum and Raman empirical spectrum using density functional theory in levels of F/6–31G*, HF/6–
31++G**, MP2/6–31G, MP2/6–31++G**, BLYP/6–31G, BLYP/6–31++G**, B3LYP/6–31G and B3LYP6–31–HEG**.
Vibration modes of methylene, carboxyl acid and phenyl cycle are separately investigated. The obtained values confirm
high accuracy and validity of results obtained from calculations.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Decision to Choose Schools: Quality Analysis Services & Prices in SMK Health City Husada Pratama Serang
Ernawati, Hapzi Ali
Page no 151-158 |
10.21276/sjef.2019.3.4.1
The development of today's world very rapidly. This can be seen from the number of vocational schools are opened,
competition in attracting highly a variety of students, both with the quality of service, price all on offer to attract students.
This study aimed to test the quality of service and price to desperation choose a school in SMK Health Husada Primary
town of attack, this data is taken from the year 2013 to 2017 has decreased students each year, this study is descriptive
meant to know the characteristics of respondents and respondents with using a sample of 181 respondents.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Is There Any Link In Sizes And Color-Coding Systems Between Hypodermic Needles And Endodontic Files?
Dr. Loto Adolphus Odogun
Page no 195-201 |
10.21276/sjbr.2019.4.4.11
Disposable hypodermic needles are essential tools in endodontic therapy. Their basic function is injection of irrigating
solutions into the root canal for the purpose of removing debris and microorganisms from the root canal during chemomechanical preparation. The objective of this study was to determine the similarities, in gauge/size number, length and
color-coding system, between disposable hypodermic needles and endodontic files/reamers. Search engines such as
google.com and google scholar were used to collect data on disposable hypodermic needles and files/reamers based on
diameter, gauge/size number, length and color-coding system. The obtained data were compared between the two groups
of instruments with a view to finding similarities in their sizes, color-coding systems and lengths. The two groups of
instruments exhibited variations in lengths, numbering and color-coding systems. However, there were striking
similarities between the outer diameters of disposable needles (gauge 28-17) and the diameters of the tips of reamers/files
(size 35-40) respectively. It was concluded that disposable hypodermic needles with gauge number 28-17 and
files/reamers with number 35-140 are similar in their outer diameters. The understanding of the similarities between these
two groups of instruments, within the specified gauge/number ranges, will assist in appropriate selection of needles for
root canal irrigation as well as in the technical design of disposable hypodermic needles for carrying plastic materials in
orthograde apical third root filling technique.
REVIEW ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
SWOT Analysis of Financial Accounting Capabilities and The Establishment of Simple Cash Reports Information Systems for RPTRA Management in Meruya Selatan West Jakarta
Muhammad Laras Widyanto
Page no 261-267 |
10.21276/sjhss.2019.4.4.6
This study aims to analyze the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats of the financial accounting
capabilities of the RPTRA management in Meruya Selatan Village, build a simple cash report system and implement
cash reports to empower RPTRA business activities carried out by the Meruya Selatan Village team in order to improve
the economic quality of the micro sector and increase in family income need to be supported by the recording of simple
financial data but can provide information about the source or receipt of funds and the allocation or use of funds along
with the remainder or balance of funds. The stages of this activity are (1). Data collection, (2). Data analysis, (3).
Establish a simple cash report system. (4). System implementation and training. The research method used is qualitative
analysis using the SWOT method and building a simple cash report system. The result of study are (a) Standard
Operating Procedure of Cash Transaction are (1) Cash receipt and payment transaction.(2) Recording on cash receipt and
payment voucher.(3). Posting cash receipt and cash payment, (3) Cash Report (Cash Ledger) (4) Archive. (b) Standard
Operating Procedure of Bank Transaction are (1) Bank receipt and payment transaction.(2) Recording on bank receipt
and payment voucher.(3). Posting bank receipt and cash payment ,(3) Bank Report (Bank Ledger) (4) Archive.
REVIEW ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
A Theory of Research Conferences, with Graduate Program Educated Attendees and Presenters
James E Curtis Jr
Page no 184-199 |
10.21276/jaep.2019.3.4.5
Curtis Jr [1] provides a theory of Research Conferences, with Graduate Program Educated Attendees and Presenters, and
References, including i. a motivation and qualitative sample structure of higher education design, ii. Curriculum designs
of colleges and universities, iii. The selection of coursework and courses based on the accumulation of knowledge, iv.
The selection of coursework and course based on purpose and reasoning, v. the successful completion & the work of
successful graduates. Curtis Jr [1] also provides exhibits from January 4-7, 2018. American Economic Association, in
coordination with the Allied Social Sciences Association Conference, in Philadelphia, PA. Finally, Curtis Jr [1] provides
four tables describing i. a dictionary of research products, ii. Research conferences applications and successes, iii.
Research publications applications and success, and iv. serious employment inquires.
REVIEW ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Extent to which Learners’ Computer Level Literacy Influence Utilisation of Online Library Services by Distance Learners at the University of Nairobi, Kenya
Gor Ochieng Peter
Page no 150-161 |
10.21276/jaep.2019.3.4.1
The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of demographic and institutional factors on utilisation of online
library services by distance learners of the University of Nairobi. Specifically, the study aimed at achieving an objectives:
viz. assess the extent to which learners‟ computer literacy influences utilisation of online library services. The study was
anchored on the positivist research paradigm. Descriptive survey and correlation research designs were adopted for this
study. Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires and interview schedules. The target population
consisted of 1671learners in the School of Open and Distance Learning and 14 librarians found in the University of
Nairobi namely Kikuyu Campus, Chiromo Campus and the main library Campus (The Jomo Kenyatta Memorial
Library). The sample size was 312 respondents. A pre-test study was conducted using 31learners and 1 librarian. This
constituted 10% of the study sample. The researcher tested for the inter-item reliability of the instruments using
Cronbach‟s Alpha and results ranged from 52.5%-95.8% for learners‟ questionnaires while that of librarians recorded
69.8%.Data analysis were done using frequency counts, the mean and standard deviation while hypothesis was tested
using multiple linear regression analysis; one way analysis of variance at0.05 level of significance. The key finding
indicated a significant relationship. The finding indicated no significant relationship between computer literacy and
utilisation of online library services at (r = 0.234, R2 = 0.055, n=259, ρ<0.05). However, one factor, learners‟ computer
literacy had no influence on utilisation of online library services. The study recommends that all distance learners
irrespective of their gender and age should be enlightened to use online library services provided by the University of
Nairobi. The outcome of this study may act as basis for policy formulation for both the University of Nairobi and the
government of Kenya regarding Distance Learning Programmes. Further research may be carried out to ensure that these
demographic and institutional factors are tested in other study samples found in other public universities in Kenya.
REVIEW ARTICLE | April 30, 2019
Influence of Learners’ Awareness of Availability of Online Library Services On Its Utilisation by Distance Learners at the University of Nairobi, Kenya
Gor Ochieng Peter, Opere William, Ojala Auma Priscah, Odoyo Benedict Oseno
Page no 162-167 |
10.21276/jaep.2019.3.4.2
The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of demographic and institutional factors on utilisation of online
library services by distance learners of the University of Nairobi. Specifically, the study aimed at achieving eight
objectives: viz. examine the influence of learners’ gender on utilisation of online library services; determine the influence
of learners’ age on utilisation of online library services; assess the extent to which learners’ computer literacy influences
utilisation of online library services; establish the influence of learners’ awareness of availability of online library
services on utilisation of online library services; asses the influence of learners’ programme of study on utilisation of
online library services. The study was anchored on the positivist research paradigm. Descriptive survey and correlation
research designs were adopted for this study. Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires and interview
schedules. The target population consisted of 1671learners in the School of Open and Distance Learning and 14 librarians
found in the University of Nairobi namely Kikuyu Campus, Chiromo Campus and the main library Campus (The Jomo
Kenyatta Memorial Library). The sample size was 312 respondents. A pre-test study was conducted using 31learners and
1 librarian. This constituted 10% of the study sample. The researcher tested for the inter-item reliability of the
instruments using Cronbach’s Alpha and results ranged from 52.5%-95.8% for learners’ questionnaires while that of
librarians recorded 69.8%. Data analysis were done using frequency counts, the mean and standard deviation while
hypothesis was tested using multiple linear regression analysis; one way analysis of variance at0.05 level of significance.