ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
Effect of transfluthrin-impregnated insecticide paper on some biochemical parameters and lung histopathology in rats
I.U. Muhammad1*, A.J. Alhassan1, A.A. Imam, A. Idi, A. Mohammed, A. Nasir, A. I. Yaradua, S.M. Adamu
Page no 78-82 |
10.21276/sjpm.2017.2.3.7
Serum malondialdehyde (MDA), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), alkaline
phosphatase (ALP) and histological analysis of lungs were carried out in twenty rats exposed to smoke from transfluthrin
impregnated insecticide paper. The rats were divided into five groups (I, II, III, IV and V) of four each. Group one served
as control while Group II, III, IV and V were exposed to smoke from transfluthrin impregnated paper Insecticide for 15,
30, 60, 120 minutes daily for four weeks respectively. On the 29th day, the rats were euthanized and blood sample was
collected and centrifuged for analysis of biochemical parameters (MDA, AST, ALT and ALP), the animals were
dissected and lung tissues were collected for histological analysis. Significant increase (p<0.05) in all parameters (MDA,
AST, ALT and ALP) were observed in a time dependent pattern compared to normal control. However, histopathological
analysis of the lung tissues shows no pathological changes between test groups and normal control. Thus, exposure of rat
to smoke from transfluthrin impregnated paper insecticide modifies biochemical parameters (MDA, AST, ALT and ALP)
but within the context of duration of this research, no significant pathology was observed in lung tissues. Transfluthrin
impregnated paper insecticide should be used with caution.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
Pharmacovigilance in Post Stroke Patient’s: A Cross Section Prospective Analysis
Kiron SS, Sheeba Damodar, Susmitha G, Saritha M
Page no 235-238 |
10.36348/sjmps.2017.v03i03.020
Drug related adverse effects may be minor or major. Pharmacists have an ethical obligation to notify the appropriate bodies whenever adverse effects where suspected. Stroke affect one’s physical and communication abilities, as well as causing emotional changes and difference in behaviour. The study underlines the importance of monitoring stoke survivors emotional and behaviour alternation. The objective is to determine the drug utilization review in post stroke patients and to assess the adverse reactions in stroke management. Cross-sectional prospective study was performed for six-month and the patients diagnosed as stroke and wished to participate were identified. All the subjects were evaluated for adverse drug reactions through telephonic or face to face interview. Out of 52 patients 71.15% were males and 28.84% females. The mean age of the patients was 63.21 (±10.19) years and 61% patients had Blood Pressure, followed by 55% Dyslipidymia, 42% Diabetes Mellitus. A total of 38 incidences of ADRs were observed during the study period for 15 patients. The highest reported ADR was GI bleeding (17.3%) followed by GI Distress and Constipation. Causality of ADRs found to have probable 74%, possible 23.6% and definite 2.6% and no doubtful categories. The study results cleared that majority of the stroke patients have adequately severe neurological impairment and need assistance to carryout activities of daily living. Majority of the patients seems to have mistaken the symptoms of ADR to be due to the disease being treated and old age. Drug utilisation studies should be carried out in large number of population and at different locations which helps to reduce the drug related problems and improve the rational use of drugs by the patients.
CASE REPORT | March 30, 2017
CBCT assessment of healing of a large radicular cyst treated with enucleation followed by PRF and osseograft placement: A case report
Dr. M.V. Pratyusha, Dr. Prasannalatha Nadig, Dr. Jayalakshmi K.B., Dr. Sushant Math
Page no 72-75 |
10.21276/sjodr.2017.2.3.4
Radiographic imaging is essential in diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up in endodontics. The
interpretation of the 2-D images can be confounded by superimposition of both teeth and supporting structures and the
geometric distortion that is present. These problems are overcome by cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) which
produces accurate 3-D images which can be used for pre-surgical assessment. The spatial relationship of the specific
tooth root(s) undergoing the surgical procedure (and the associated bony destruction) to adjacent anatomical structures
can be precisely assessed. The radicular cyst arises from epithelial remnants stimulated to proliferate by an inflammatory
process originating from pulpal necrosis of a non-vital tooth. Radiographically, the classical description of the lesion is a
round or oval, well circumscribed radiolucent image involving the apex of the tooth. Radicular cyst is usually sterile
unless it is secondarily infected. This case report presents successful management of an infected radicular cyst associated
with a permanent maxillary left central incisor (21) in a 38 year old male by complete enucleation of the cyst and using
platelet rich fibrin (PRF) and bone graft to fill in the bony cavity to hasten the healing.
CASE REPORT | March 30, 2017
Definitive prosthesis on deciduous dentition in an Unclassified Syndrome with multiple impacted teeth
Dr M Satyanarayana Raju, Dr Sruthima NVS Gottumukkala
Page no 68-71 |
10.21276/sjodr.2017.2.3.3
Multiple impacted permanent teeth are uncommon and were rarely reported in the literature till date. This
clinical report describes a multidisciplinary approach for the oral rehabilitation of a young adult patient with an
undiagnosed syndrome presenting multiple impacted permanent teeth, retained deciduous teeth and false gingival
enlargement. The specific objectives of this treatment were to enhance esthetics and restore the masticatory function
while importing a positive psychological impact to the patient. One of the most demanding aspects essential to long-term
success of such cases involves the regular monitoring of the patients, while simultaneously fulfilling aesthetic and
functional parameters.
CASE REPORT | March 30, 2017
A cause of hyperlymphocytosis exceeding 800 G/L: Prolymphocytic leukemia T (PLL-T).
Dr. Hanane Khalki, Abdelaziz Khalloufi, Hicham Eddou, Dr. Amadou Djibrilla, Amal Taghouti, Imane Tlamçani, Moncef Hassani Amrani
Page no 66-69 |
10.21276/sjpm.2017.2.3.5
Prolymphocytic leukemia T (PLL-T) is a rare entity of mature lymphoproliferative syndrome, characterized by
its evolution but especially by its poor prognosis. It is usually revealed by hyperlymphocytosis in the blood. We report a
case of prolymphocytic leukemia T, revealed by blood hyperlymphocytosis higher than 800 G/L, diagnosed at the My
Ismail military hospital of Meknès, Morocco.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
Assembling of Desktop Computer System with In-Built Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS)
Babalola T. Isaac, Yekini Nureni Asafe, Onadokun Isaac Olawale
Page no 135-139 |
10.21276/sjeat.2017.2.3.2
Desktop computer system been DIY (assembled) or Branded has become sine-qua-non compare to other tools
in business organizations like banks and schools. This desktop computer requires clean electricity power to operate.
Supply of clean and un-interrupted electricity power is compulsory to keep computer running and also for maintains and
preventing of components like HDD, RAM, and other electronics components and circuitry from damage and hazard.
This gives the reasons why UPS is recommended for every desktop computer. This UPS comes as separate device
connect to power source and computer system then connect to it for power source. The focus of this research work is to
clone a PC (desktop) with in-built UPS. The work starts with case and power packs modification to accommodate the
UPS and it circuitry system and the system is clone and tested to ascertain that it achieved the research aim and
objectives.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
IT Security and Risk Management Certifications
Abdulhameed Jastaniyah
Page no 140-146 |
10.21276/sjeat.2017.2.3.3
The paper explores IT security and risk management certifications and compares them extensively to
determine the best strategies for securing organization’s information systems from unauthorized modifications and
potential damages. It uses credible websites, such as ISACA and the International Information Systems Security
Certification Consortium (ISC2) website to gather relevant information about their certifications. Furthermore, it relies
on scholarly articles published by ISACA and ISC2 to obtain relevant information regarding cybersecurity and risk
governance authorizations. With this strategy, the document evaluates each certification while listing their respective
security domains and prerequisites. In using both the ISACA and ISC2 accreditation realms, the paper correlates the
leading certifications offered by these associations. It also assesses the data results presented by these IT security
institutions to determine their value to the information system maintenance and safety. Importantly, the document
explains notable security strategies and controls that are listed in both ISACA and ISC2 credentials. With these
approaches, the paper provides ideal security measures and procedures that are in line with specific accreditation to
ensure a comprehensive safety computer system and asset protection. Subsequently, it explains important
recommendations for effective information system support and operations resulting from ISACA and ISC2 accreditations
domains.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
Isolation and Identification of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in Reproductive Organs and Pituitary Gland of Goats Vaccinated with Prototype Vaccine against Caseous Lymphadenitis
Muhammad Umer, Yusuf Abba, Faez Firdaus Jesse Abdullah, Wessam Monther Mohammed Saleh, Abd Wahid Haron, Abdul Aziz Saharee, Arbakaria Bin Ariff
Page no 70-77 |
10.21276/sjpm.2017.2.3.6
Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis is the causative agent of caseous lymphadenitis (CLA) in small
ruminants. This study was designed to evaluate the efficacy of 0.5% and 1% formalin killed prototype vaccine of C.
pseudotuberculosis in bucks and does. A total of 24 healthy bucks and does were equally divided into four groups of 6
animals. Groups A and B were vaccinated with 0.5% and 1% formalin killed prototype vaccine and groups C and D were
kept as positive (+) and negative (-) control groups, inoculated with plain vaccine adjuvant. After booster vaccination at
the 6th week, groups A, B and C were experimentally inoculated with 2mL of 106 cfu of live C. pseudotuberculosis
subcutaneously. On the 12th week, all animals were euthanized and samples of reproductive organs and pituitary glands
of both bucks and does were collected. Bacterial isolation and identification was done on the basis of morphological
characteristics and PCR detection. Based on the bacterial culture results, 3 samples each were Positive for C.
pseudotuberculosis colonies from bucks in groups A and B, while 4 samples were positive from does in group A and
only 1 from does in group B. All bucks and does from groups A and B showed negative PCR amplifications in all
samples. This study showed that 1% formalin killed prototype vaccine of C. pseudotuberculosis is effective in preventing
the spread of the bacteria to the reproductive organs and pituitary glands of both bucks and does. Thus, it will be a
suitable preventive measure against CLA in small ruminants.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
Measuring the Financial Performance of Jordan Steel Since 2007
Dr. Basman Omar Al-Dalayeen, Borhan Omar Ahmad Al-Dalaien
Page no 185-189 |
10.21276/sjbms.2017.2.3.10
Financial performance of a company defines competitiveness, potentials of the business, and economic
interests of the company‟s management and reliability of present or future contracts. It is important for management,
shareholders, the public (customers of the bank), the regulator (the government), the financial sector, and the economy as
a whole. It provides signal to depositors and investors whether to withdraw or invest funds. The present research has
been undertaken to measure the financial performance of Jordan Steel since 2007. The results highlighted that the
financial performance of Jordan Steel was satisfactory during initial years of the study but deteriorated in later years and
hence requisite steps should be taken to improve its performance.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 30, 2017
Organizational Culture and Employee Retention of Selected Commercial Banks in Anambra State
Chidinma Vivian Madueke, Ikechukwu Chimezie Emerole
Page no 244-252 |
10.21276/sjbms.2017.2.3.16
Every organization develops and maintains a unique culture, which influence the way employees think, feel
and behave in the workplace. The competitive environment of business has changed not only in the business world but
also in the mindset of the individuals that work in those organizations. Employees are ready to switch over whenever
they are dissatisfied with any reason in the job. This paper therefore examined the nature of relationship that exists
between organizational culture and employee retention with particular reference to three selected commercial banks in
Awka, Anambra State. Descriptive survey research design was adopted and the research hypotheses were tested using the
Pearson Moment Correlation Coefficient. . The study worked with a population of 35 employees. The finding revealed
that there is a significant positive relationship between innovative culture and the employee commitment in commercial
banks. In conclusion, Idea generation, capability and risk taking are essential to high retention organization. It was
recommended that banks needs to adapt their innovative strategies in order to meet the pressure set by competitors.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 29, 2017
Effect of Job Satisfaction and Leadership Style towards Employee Productivity at PT Asuransi Umum Bumiputera Muda 1967
Margarita Thessa Maida, Setyo Riyanto, Hapzi Ali
Page no 157-168 |
10.21276/sjbms.2017.2.3.7
The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of working satisfaction and leadership style to
productivity of PT Asuransi Umum Bumiputera Muda’s 1976 employee. The rationale for utilizing this variable was
based on the previous study and literature review result. This study used simple random sampling method. The number of
sampling formula in this study used Slovin formula, with 88 respondents. The data was analyzed with SPSS 20.0 for
window software. Multiple linear regression was performed to investigate the effect of working satisfaction and
leadership style to employee’s productivity. The results showed that there was a significant influence between working
satisfaction and employee’s productivity, leadership style and employee’s productivity, and simultaneously there was a
significant effect for both of variables to productivity of PT Asuransi Umum Bumiputera Muda’s 1976 employee.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 29, 2017
Dengue Diagnostic Test for the Resource Constraint Developing World: Validity of Rapid Immunochromatographic Card Test against ELISA
Pragya Sharma, Yadu Vir Singh, Ajay Kumar, Monisha Biswas, Ashok K Sharma
Page no 60-65 |
10.21276/sjpm.2017.2.3.4
Dengue infection is a serious global public health problem, and the dengue viruses are widely distributed
throughout the tropical and subtropical areas of the world. In the Indian subcontinent, the epidemiology of dengue fever
has been very complex. High prevalence rate in our region particularly in pre-monsoon and monsoon season is alarming
and necessitates early and accurate diagnosis of dengue virus infection to prevent its complications and further
morbidity. Now-a-days detection by rapid tests offers an even faster route to a presumptive dengue diagnosis. Hence, this
study aims to assess the agreement between the rapid immune-chromatographic card test (RICT) for dengue and antibody
capture ELISA, the latter being used as gold standard. A prospective study was conducted from July to November 2014
and July to November 2015 in a secondary care hospital. Probable dengue cases were diagnosed as per the WHO criteria
and RICT and ELISA were conducted on the same serum samples for the detection of NS1 antigen and IgM & IgG
antibodies. The results were analyzed. The sensitivities of RICT for NS1antigen and IgM & IgG antibodies were 100%,
89.6% and 81.3%, respectively and all showed 100% specificity. In the present study, the accuracy parameters were
comparable with ELISA. Also, RICT met the WHO ASSURED criteria, hence this study recommends introduction of
RICT in all levels of health care system for an early and accurate diagnosis and confirmation of the clinical suspicion of
dengue.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 29, 2017
Consumers Attitudes toward Marketing Deception in Advertisement: An Empirical Study in Irbid City- Jordan
Akif Yousef Al-Zyadat
Page no 143-148 |
10.21276/sjbms.2017.2.3.5
This study has been set to explore marketing deception, (i.e. unethical marketing behavior), as it relates to
advertisement element, from the consumer perspective. The study examines how far consumers realize and accept
marketing deception. The study is based on a judgment sample of (899) respondents drawn from main shopping centers
in the city of Irbid. The sample can also view as "Mall Intercept" sample. Respondents were taken from the age group of
(18) year and above as these categories are considered mature enough.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 29, 2017
Nominal Exchange Rates and Prices: Evidence from Taiwan
David Iheke Okorie, Dak-Adzaklo Cephas Simon-Peter, Manu Adasi Sylvester
Page no Sch. Bull.; 2017, 3(3): 113-121 |
10.21276/sb.2017.3.3.6
Abstract: Economic theories postulate that the nature of relationship between the Nominal Exchange Rate and Prices (domestic and foreign) are linearly related. We investigate this using information from Taiwan and adopted data driven methods in establishing the true nature of the relationship that exists between the Nominal Exchange Rate and the Domestic Prices and we discovered a nonlinear relationship and a 0.25% foreign price pass-through effect on the Nominal Exchange Rate of Taiwan.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 29, 2017
Evaluation of Antimycotic activity of crude methanolic extract of Mitrocarpus scaber on Candida albican and Trichophyton mentagrophytes
Karaye P. Gloria, Dogo G.I. Abraham, Karaye Kuduk
Page no 217-220 |
10.36348/sjmps.2017.v03i03.017
Mitrocarpus Scaber is a local herb traditionally used for the treatment of eczema, ringworm and other skin disorders. Dry crude methanolic leaf extract was obtained, weighed and dissolved in double distilled deionized water giving a concentration of 20mg/ml solution. Standardized solution of Nystatin and Griseofulvin were prepared from commercial tablets and used as standard controls. Sterilized Sabauroud’s dextrose agar contained in universal bottles containing chloramphenicol were divided into groups of 5 in which variable numbers of drops (0.05ml) of the test drug (Griseofulvin, Nystatin and Mitrocarpus scaber) were made before the bottles were thoroughly mixed and slanted. Purified identified culture of Candida albicans and Trichophyton mentagraphytes were obtained and used as test cultures. Each of the test agar slants were inoculated with Trichophyton. mentagraphtes in one group and Candida albicans in the other. The bottles were incubated at 370C for three to four days before observing them for growth of the inoculated organisms. No growth in the test bottles was considered as positive inhibition. The experiment was replicated three times and results were recorded. The results indicated that Mitrocarpus extract inhibited the growth of both Trichophyton mentragraphytes and Candida albicans at the agar concentration of 4mg/ml. nystatin was inhibitory to T. mentagraphytes at 7mg/ml and Candida albicans at 1mg/ml but did not inhibit the growth of Candida albicans. It is suggested that further research into the fungistatic effect of Mitrocarpus scaber to be carried out to explore its values in developing drugs for treating both human and veterinary dermatomycosis