Sinonasal effects of external dacryocystorhinostomy

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
H Eyigor ◽  
E A Cetinkaya ◽  
D T Coban ◽  
G Ozturk ◽  
Ö Erdem
Keyword(s):  
Mucociliary Clearance ◽  
Nasal Symptom ◽  
Ciliary Activity ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Saccharine Test ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Symptom Scores ◽  
Endoscopic Score ◽  
External Dacryocystorhinostomy

Abstract Objective External dacryocystorhinostomy is thought to cause mucociliary dysfunction by damaging the mucosa, in turn affecting ciliary activity and mucus quality. This study investigated the effect of external dacryocystorhinostomy on sinonasal function. Methods Patients scheduled for unilateral external dacryocystorhinostomy who underwent endoscopic nasal examination and paranasal sinus computed tomography were included in this study. A saccharine test was performed on the planned surgical side and the mucociliary clearance time was determined. The sinonasal quality of life was measured in all patients, pre-operatively and at six months post-operatively, using the Sino-Nasal Outcome Test-22. The Lund–Kennedy endoscopic score was also determined in all patients, both pre- and post-operatively. Results The study comprised 28 patients (22 females and 6 males). A statistically significant difference was found between the pre- and post-operative saccharine test results (p = 0.006), but not between the pre- and post-operative Sino-Nasal Outcome Test-22 scores (p > 0.05). Conclusion This study is one of only a few to investigate the effect of external dacryocystorhinostomy on sinonasal function. The results showed that external dacryocystorhinostomy impairs mucociliary clearance. The surgical procedure is well tolerated and does not significantly change nasal symptom scores.

The evaluation of nasal mucociliary clearance in patients with Helicobacter pylori infection

2019 ◽  
Vol 133 (03) ◽  
pp. 220-223
Author(s):  
S Üstün Bezgin ◽  
T Çakabay ◽  
K Irak ◽  
M Koçyiğit ◽  
B Serin Keskineğe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Helicobacter Pylori ◽  
Mucociliary Clearance ◽  
Endoscopic Examination ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Clearance Time ◽  
Saccharine Test ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Gender ◽  
H Pylori ◽  
Nasal Mucociliary Clearance

AbstractObjectiveThis study aimed to examine nasal mucociliary clearance time in patients with Helicobacter pylori infection.MethodsFifty patients who were newly diagnosed with H pylori infection using gastric biopsy in the gastroenterology out-patient clinic, and 50 age- and gender-matched healthy adults who were admitted to the otorhinolaryngology out-patient clinic, were included in this study. After an otorhinolaryngological examination (anterior rhinoscopy and nasal endoscopic examination), the nasal mucociliary clearance time of each subject was calculated using the saccharine test.ResultsThe mean mucociliary clearance time was 06:29 ± 3:31 minutes (range, 00:55–15:19 minutes) in the control group and 10:12 ± 06:09 minutes (range, 01:28–32:00 minutes) in the study group. Comparisons of the two groups revealed a statistically significant difference (p = 0.002).ConclusionNasal mucociliary clearance time was significantly increased in patients with H pylori infection. The results suggest that H pylori infection may have an unfavourable effect on nasal mucociliary clearance.

scholarly journals Estimating the quality of life of hemodialysis patients and adequate clearance

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 291
Author(s):  
Evangelia Prevyzi ◽  
Georgios Argyriou ◽  
Thomai Kollia ◽  
Athanasia Nestor ◽  
Anastasia Kotanidou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Volume Of Distribution ◽  
Hemodialysis Patients ◽  
Statistical Criterion ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Greek Language ◽  
Dialysis Adequacy ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Social Adaptability

Introduction: Dialysis affects the quality of life of hemodialysis patients due on idrasis in physical activities, psychological factors, and social adaptability.  Predominant indicator for assessing the adequacy of dialysis, considered the Kt / V (clearance time/volume of distribution). According to international guidelines, the price which shows adequate dialysis is > 1.2. Aim: The aim of the present study was the association of quality of life of hemodialysis patients with adequate dialysis. Material and Methods: To evaluate the quality of life of hemodialysis patients used the questionnaire KDQOL-SF weighted in the Greek language and the Greek egkyropoiimeno population. Excluded from the study patients with a speaking disability, those who were comatose, aliens, and those undergoing dialysis 3 hours/ 2 times / week. For data processing, used the statistical package SPSS ver.17. Results: Based on the statistical analysis t-test results showed respect to the route of vascular access that patients with graft (31,6%)   had a higher clearance rate adequacy, as well as patients undergoing hemodialysis with high permeability (high-flux) filters (35,8%) and those undergoing dialysis with hemodiafiltration (35,8%).According to the statistical criterion pearson's r and multivariate analysis of linear regression, statistically significant difference was only between Kt / V and forefinger encouraging staff and p = 0,032 and p = 0,015 respectively.Conclusions: The conclusions drawn from this study showed that there was no correlation between quality of life and dialysis adequacy, but only with the index of encouraging staff.

scholarly journals PENGARUH PERUBAHAN STATUS, EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT, DAN PEMANFAATAN TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI TERHADAP KUALITAS PELAPORAN KEUANGAN

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 495
Author(s):  
Nani Yuheti Yuniatin ◽  
Noer Azam Achsani ◽  
Hendro Sasongko
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Employee Engagement ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Financial Management ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Financial Reports ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Status

This study aimed to examine the effect of changes in status, employee engagement, and the utilization of information technology on the quality of financial reporting. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to examine changes in the status of Bogor Agricultural University. Moreover we employ a multiple regression analysis to examine the effect of employee engagement and information technology in performance financial of report.  In addition, Ultrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) was used to examine the financial human resource mapping. The results of ANOVA test showed that there was no significant difference of the financial management of Bogor Agricultural University before and after the implementation of Public Service Board (BLU). Furthermore, multiple linear regression test results showed that the factors that affect the performance of financial reports are employee engagement and use of information technology. However, it is found that the factor that really affects the performace of financial reports is the use of information technology. Finally, the test results of the mapping showed that employee engagement of human resources staff of Bogor Agricultural University are in medium position indicating that it needs to be maintained and improved.

Sublingual immunotherapy in patients with house dust mite allergic rhinitis: prospective study of clinical outcomes over a two-year period

2016 ◽  
Vol 130 (3) ◽  
pp. 272-277 ◽  
Author(s):  
J Y Soh ◽  
M Thalayasingam ◽  
S Ong ◽  
E X L Loo ◽  
L P Shek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
House Dust ◽  
House Dust Mite ◽  
Sublingual Immunotherapy ◽  
Nasal Symptom ◽  
Medication Usage ◽  
Dust Mite ◽  
Symptom Scores

AbstractBackground:Sublingual immunotherapy in patients with allergic rhinitis sensitised to house dust mites is safe, but its efficacy is controversial and sublingual immunotherapy withBlomia tropicalishas not yet been studied. This study sought to evaluate the efficacy of sublingual immunotherapy with house dust mite extract in children and adults with house dust mite allergic rhinitis over a period of two years.Methods:A prospective observational study was conducted of children and adults diagnosed with house dust mite allergic rhinitis who were treated with sublingual immunotherapy from 2008 to 2012. Total Nasal Symptom Scores, Mini Rhinoconjunctivitis Quality of Life scores and medication usage scores were assessed prospectively.Results:Thirty-nine patients, comprising 24 children and 15 adults, were studied. Total Nasal Symptom Scores and Mini Rhinoconjunctivitis Quality of Life scores dropped significantly at three months into therapy, and continued to improve. Medication usage scores improved at one year into immunotherapy.Conclusion:Sublingual immunotherapy with house dust mite extracts, includingB tropicalis, is efficacious as a treatment for patients with house dust mite allergic rhinitis.

Pulse oximetry in paediatric obstructive sleep apnoea: is it used appropriately?

2015 ◽  
Vol 129 (9) ◽  
pp. 874-881 ◽  
Author(s):  
H Kanona ◽  
S Sharma ◽  
K Chaidas ◽  
B Kotecha
Keyword(s):  
Pulse Oximetry ◽  
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Sleep Apnoea ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Obstructive Sleep ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Outcome Scores ◽  
Uk National Health Service

AbstractObjectives:This study assessed the use of pulse oximetry testing in children with suspected obstructive sleep apnoea in a hospital setting.Methods:A retrospective review of patients who underwent pulse oximetry testing between April 2013 and October 2013 was performed. Primary outcome measures included positive pulse oximetry results, defined as a McGill oximetry score of 2–4.Results:Thirty-seven test results were usable for analysis: from 21 pre- and 16 post-operative tests. Only four patients had positive test results. There was a significant difference between pre- and post-operative quality of life outcome scores in the surgical group (p < 0.0001).Conclusion:Pre-operative pulse oximetry should be used as a guide to help triage patients who require specialist paediatric services, such as a paediatric intensive care unit. The use of pulse oximetry, particularly in the post-operative setting, is unlikely to change patient management and can incur unnecessary financial costs to UK National Health Service Hospital Trusts.

scholarly journals Comparison by Objective Parameters in Patients with Chronic Rhinosinusitis Managed Medically and Surgically (with and without Powered Instruments)

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. ar.2016.7.0169
Author(s):  
Samarendra Behera ◽  
Satyawati Mohindra ◽  
Sourabha K. Patro ◽  
Ashok K. Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Rhinosinusitis ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Mucociliary Clearance ◽  
Sinus Surgery ◽  
Clearance Time ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Treatment Surgery

Objective To compare mucociliary clearance time and quality of life in patients who underwent sinus surgery using conventional and powered instruments, and in patients who were treated nonsurgically. Methods A total of 151 patients with chronic rhinosinusitis were included. Fifty-four patients were treated conservatively, 48 patients were managed surgically by using conventional instruments and 49 patients were managed by using a microdebrider. Kupferberg nasal endoscopy grades, 20-item Sino-Nasal Outcome Test scores, Lund-Mackay scores, and mucociliary clearance time were analyzed. Results On comparison among the groups, it was found that there was a significant difference between group A (nonsurgically treated) compared with group B (surgery by conventional means) or group C (surgery with microdebrider) in nasal endoscopic grades, Lund-Mackay scores, 20-item Sino-Nasal Outcome Test scores, and mucociliary clearance time. However, in comparison between groups B and C, there was no statistically significant difference. Conclusion Mucociliary clearance time tended to recover after starting treatment for chronic rhinosinusitis both after conservative treatment and after surgical treatment. Surgery provided better improvement in different objective scores in chronic rhinosinusitis. There exists no statistical difference in parameters independent of the instrument used for surgery.

KINERJA KEUANGAN BANK PERKREDITAN RAKYAT DAN BANK PEMBIAYAAN RAKYAT SYARIAH: STUDI KASUS DI DAERAH ISTIMEWA YOGYAKARTA

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Mona Iswandari ◽  
Edy Anan
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
T Test ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Asset Quality ◽  
Better Than ◽  
Special Region

This study aimed to compare the financial performance of The Conventional Rural Bank (BPR) andIslamic Rural Bank (BPRS) in special region Yogyakarta region. The sample is gotten use purposivesampling method is choosing sample that has been fulfill inclusi citeria. Study sample is gotten 70with the case study in special region Yogyakarta region in period 2012-2014. Methods of dataanalysis using Independent Samples T-Test. Test results show that there is no significant differencewhen viewed from the ratio LDR/FDR between BPR and BPRS. Second, there is significant differencewhen viewed from the ratio ROA between BPR and BPRS. Third, there is significant difference whenviewed from the ratio ROE between BPR and BPRS. Fourth, there is significant difference whenviewed from the ratio NPL/NPF between BPR and BPRS. Generally, on the aspec of likuidity,rentibilty, capital ratio and the asset quality of the Conventional Rural Bank (BPR) showed thatfinancial performance is better than the IslamicRural Bank (BPRS).Keywords: Comparison financial performance, the Conventional Rural Bank (BPR), the IslamicRural Bank, Likuidity, Rentibility, Capital Ratio, Asset quality

scholarly journals Analysis of the nature of spiritual pain in terminal patients and the resignification process through the relaxation, mental images and spirituality (RIME) intervention

2008 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 959-965 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Catarina Araújo Elias ◽  
Joel Sales Giglio ◽  
Cibele Andrucioli de Mattos Pimenta
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Condition ◽  
Terminally Ill ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Face ◽  
Descriptive Method

OBJECTIVE: To understand Spiritual Pain and the new meaning it takes on using the RIME intervention. Subjects and methods: Eleven terminally ill patients (n=11), treated at public hospitals, received care from six professionals trained for RIME application. The methods used were both qualitative, through phenomenology, and quantitative, based on the descriptive method, using the Wilcoxon Test. RESULTS: In the qualitative approach, six categories and eleven subcategories were found. The prevailing categories were: fear of dying by denying the severity of the clinical condition (n=5); fear of dying by realizing the severity of the clinical condition (n=5); fear of postmortem due to disintegration or feeling of non-existence, of being affectively forgotten (n=5). In the quantitative analysis, a statistically significant difference (p<0.0001) was noted. CONCLUSION: The results suggested that RIME promoted quality of life in the dying process, as well as more serenity and dignity in the face of death.

scholarly journals Efficacy of Mometasone Furoate and Fluticasone Furoate on Persistent Allergic Rhinoconjunctivitis

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. ar.2013.4.0065 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Hamizan Aneeza ◽  
Salina Husain ◽  
Roslenda Abdul Rahman ◽  
Dexter Van Dort ◽  
Asma Abdullah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Symptom Score ◽  
Nasal Symptom ◽  
Allergic Rhinoconjunctivitis ◽  
Mometasone Furoate ◽  
Fluticasone Furoate ◽  
Ocular Symptoms ◽  
Nasal Symptoms ◽  
Total Nasal Symptom Score ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Symptom Scores

Allergic rhinoconjunctivitis denotes both nasal and ocular manifestation of allergy, which may be solely treated with intranasal steroid. This study compares the efficacy of mometasone furoate nasal spray (NS) and fluticasone furoate NS in treatment of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. The secondary objective is to study the severity of baseline ocular symptoms in allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. Seventy-eight patients with allergic rhinoconjunctivitis were assessed subjectively and objectively using twice-daily symptom scores for nasal (reflective total nasal symptom score [rTNSS] and instantaneous TNSS [iTNSS]) and ocular (reflective total ocular symptom score [rTOSS] and instantaneous TOSS [iTOSS]) symptoms, rhinoconjunctivitis quality-of-life questionnaires (RQOLQs), and acoustic rhinometry. All measurements were taken at baseline and at 4 and 8 weeks of treatment. Sixty-three patients who were randomized into the mometasone furoate group (n = 36) and the fluticasone furoate group (n = 27) completed the study. Seventy-six percent of patients had mild ocular symptoms, 20.5% had moderate symptoms, and only 2.6% had severe symptoms at baseline based on the iTOSS; 65.1% had mild nasal symptoms and 3% had severe nasal symptoms. There was significant reduction in the symptom scores after 1 week (p < 0.05). Both groups had significant improvement in RQOLQ scores after 1 month, which further improved at 2 months (p < 0.05). The nasal dimensions also improved in both groups (p < 0.05) but there was no statistically significant difference between groups. Both mometasone furoate and fluticasone furoate are effective as single-modality treatment of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. The majority of patients manifest mild ocular symptoms that may be solely treated with intranasal steroids.

scholarly journals Satisfaction of drug information services implementation in Air Itam, Selindung, Girimaya, Gerunggang and Melintang health centre Pangkalpinang City

2021 ◽  
pp. 246-250
Author(s):  
Rachmawati Felani Djuria
Keyword(s):  
Drug Information ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Information Service ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Drug Information Service ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Health Centres ◽  
Services Implementation

Aim: Previous studies have shown that the service quality of the pharmaceutical drug information service has not been optimally implemented. This problem also occurred in Pangkalpinang city. Therefore, it is essential to conduct a study on the satisfaction of drug information service implementation to improve the quality of pharmaceutical services. Aim: Examining the satisfaction of drug information service implementation in Air Itam, Selindung, Girimaya, Gerunggang, and Melintang health centres Pangkalpinang city. Method: This observational research was conducted from March to December 2018 in Air Itam, Selindung, Girimaya, Gerunggang, and Melintang health centres, Pangkalpinang city. It involved 150 patients selected by accidental sampling techniques, and the bivariate analyses were performed using the dependent t-test. Results: The quality of drug information service implementation in all dimensions was good, and there were significant differences in tangibility (p < 0.0001), reliability (p = 0.025), and empathy (p = 0.011). All respondents were quite satisfied with the drug information service implementation in all dimensions, with a significant difference in the dimensions of tangibility (p = 0.002), reliability (p = 0.045), and empathy (p = 0.045). Conclusion: All respondents were quite satisfied with the drug information service implementation in all dimensions.

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