Abdominal wall endometriosis: Is structure in imaging related to nodule localisation? A retrospective study

Author(s):  
Claire Figuier ◽  
Pierre-François Montoriol ◽  
Bruno Pereira ◽  
Pauline Chauvet ◽  
Nicolas Bourdel ◽  
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Objective: Investigate the relationship between the structure of abdominal wall endometriotic nodules in MRI and their localisation in abdominal wall layers in order to better understand nodule origins. Design: Women who had an MRI prior to surgical treatment of an abdominal wall endometriotic nodule between 2005 and 2016. Population: Thirty-six patients including four patients with two nodules. Methods: MRI images were reviewed. Each nodule was analysed according to its structure (fibrous, cystic, mixed), localisation (subcutaneous fat, intra muscular, intermediary position), and size. Results: Forty nodules were analysed in MRI with no relationship found between localisation and nodule structure ( p = 0.48). 87.5% of mixed nodules were revealed to have a cystic superficial rim extending towards the subcutaneous fat layer. This finding suggests that the glandular part of the nodule is the active part of the disease from which nodule progression occurs. Intermediary and intramuscular nodules were respectively statistically larger than subcutaneous fat nodules indicating a relationship between nodule size and localisation (35 mm (22–53) vs 17 mm (17–23)) ( p = 0.03). Conclusion: Despite differences in environments surrounding the nodules, no significant relationship between nodule structure in imaging and abdominal wall localisation was found. Data from mixed nodules indicate however the possible role of nodule environment on structure and that the mechanism of nodule growth may be linked to development of cystic superficial rims, at the forefront of disease progression, abdominal wall nodules growing from deep to superficial. Studies are required to further investigate our findings and enable greater understanding of the origins of AWE.

Author(s):  
Anas M. Bashayreh

Organizational culture is an important part to be considered by dynamic organizations in order to develop some competitive advantage to ensure enhanced organizational performance. This study aims to close the gap between understanding the role of organizational culture and the effect on organizational performance among the employees in insurance companies. The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between the dimensions of organizational culture and organizational performance among insurance companies operating in the Jordanian market. A sample of 240 respondents that were selected randomly from insurance companies participated in this study. Data were collected by survey questionnaire. Both descriptive and influential statistic namely frequency, mean, and multiple regression were used to analyze the data. The result shows that there is limited significant relationship between organizational expectations, encourage development, behavioral styles, and stability and communication and organizational performance. The results also showed that a significant relationship exists between policies and procedures and organizational performance. This study explored the results of the effect of organizational culture dimensions on organizational performance and to assess which organizational culture dimensions have a larger marginal impact on organizational performance. This study improved the managers' understanding on a way to improve organizational culture dimensions that have a vital impact on overall performance.


2014 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rubens Paula ◽  
Antonio H. Oliani ◽  
Denise C. M. Vaz-Oliani ◽  
Solange C. G. P. D’Ávila ◽  
Sonia M. Oliani ◽  
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2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
ShiDa Chen ◽  
XiaoYu Wang ◽  
Muhammad Farrukh Nisar ◽  
Mao Lin ◽  
Julia Li Zhong

Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation can be considered as a double-edged sword: not only is it a crucial environmental factor that can cause skin-related disorders but it can also be used for phototherapy of skin diseases. Inducible heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) in response to a variety of stimuli, including UV exposure, is vital to maintain cell homeostasis. Heme oxygenase-2 (HO-2), another member of the heme oxygenase family, is constitutively expressed. In this review, we discuss how heme oxygenase (HO), a vital rate-limiting enzyme, participates in heme catabolism and cytoprotection. Phylogenetic analysis showed that there may exist a functional differentiation between HO-1 and HO-2 during evolution. Furthermore, depending on functions in immunomodulation and antioxidation, HO-1 participates in disease progression, especially in pathogenesis of skin diseases, such as vitiligo and psoriasis. To further investigate the particular role of HO-1 in diseases, we summarized the profile of the HO enzyme system and its related signaling pathways, such as Nrf2 and endoplasmic reticulum crucial signaling, both known to regulate HO-1 expression. Furthermore, we report on a C-terminal truncation of HO-1, which is generally considered as a signal molecule. Also, a newly identified alternative splice isoform of HO-1 not only provides us a novel perspective on comprehensive HO-1 alternative splicing but also offers us a basis to clarify the relationship between HO-1 transcripts and oxidative diseases. To conclude, the HO system is not only involved in heme catabolism but also involved in biological processes related to the pathogenesis of certain diseases, even though the mechanism of disease progression still remains sketchy. Further understanding the role of the HO system and its relationship to UV is helpful for revealing the HO-related signaling networks and the pathogenesis of many diseases.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 1004-1012
Author(s):  
Xiuchun Zhang

Abdominal wall endometriosis is a common endometriosis, which is located outside the endometrium, such as the myometrium or subcutaneous fat layer of the abdominal wall, forming a mass, active and infiltrating into the surrounding tissue, accompanied by menstrual pain, and seriously affecting the quality of life of patients. With the increasing operation of caesarean section and other traumatic operations, the incidence rate of abdominal wall endometriosis is increasing. Because of the variety of clinical manifestations of abdominal wall endometriosis, there are many kinds of diagnostic methods. Choosing the appropriate diagnostic methods to confirm abdominal wall endometriosis has become the primary work of diagnosis and treatment of abdominal wall endometriosis. This paper discusses the clinical value of high frequency colour doppler ultrasound in the diagnosis of abdominal wall endometriosis. Compared with the diagnosis of ordinary ultrasound and high frequency colour doppler ultrasound, the location, shape, size, boundary, internal echo, blood flow velocity, blood flow resistance and other parameters of the mass in the focus were observed. It is proved that the application of high-frequency colour doppler ultrasound can greatly improve the ultrasonic diagnosis rate of abdominal wall endometriosis, and it is non-invasive, radiation-free, low price, easy for patients to accept. It provides a high value clinical diagnosis basis for the early detection and treatment of abdominal wall endometriosis.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tuty Lindawati ◽  
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Fenika Wulani ◽  

Employee’s commitment is an important work attitude for an organization. Supervisors can play a role in increasing it by conducting downward influence tactics. This study examines the relationship between employee competency and downward influence tactics (consultation, ingratiation, and exchange tactics), the relationship between these tactics and employee’s commitment to the supervisor and the organization, and the mediating effect of these tactics on the relationship between employee competency and employee’s commitment. Data were collected from 203 non-managerial employees who work in various industries in Surabaya, Indonesia. We analyzed the collected data by using PLS-SEM. This study found that employee competency has a significant positive relationship with downward influence tactics (consultation, ingratiation, and exchange tactics). In addition, consultation and ingratiation tactics have a significant relationship with one’s commitment to one’s supervisor, but only consultation tactic has a significant relationship with organizational commitment. The consultation tactic has a mediation effect on the relationship between employee competency and organizational commitment, and the commitment to the supervisor.


Author(s):  
Ilzar Daud ◽  
Nur Afifah

Objective - The purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between compensation and work environment on performance through job satisfaction. Methodology/Technique - The population in this study is 150 employees from a State-Owned Bank. The sampling method uses census techniques so that the number of samples used is 150 employees. The research data was collected using a questionnaire, which is then analyzed using a path analysis technique (SPSS software) to examine the relationships among the constructs, which are: compensation, work environment, job satisfaction and performance. Findings –The results of this study indicate that compensation has a significant relationship between job satisfaction, and the work environment has a significant relationship on job satisfaction. The results also prove that compensation has no relationship on performance, work environment has a significant relationship on performance, and job satisfaction has a significant relationship on performance. The results of this study also indicate that as an indirect effect, compensation has a significant relationship on performance through job satisfaction and the work environment has a significant relationship on performance through job satisfaction. Novelty - Previous studies have been carried out in many western countries, raising doubts about generalizations in the same research results in developing countries such as Indonesia. Therefore, the novelty in this study is carried out in the context of developing countries, especially in State-Owned Banks in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Type of Paper: Empirical. JEL Classification: L22, M12, M19. Keywords: Compensation; Work Environment; Job Satisfaction; Performance Reference to this paper should be made as follows: Daud, I; Afifah, N. (2021). The Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction in the Relationship between Compensation and Work Environment on Performance, Journal of Management and Marketing Review, 6(2) 110 – 116. https://doi.org/10.35609/jmmr.2021.6.2(2)


2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-63
Author(s):  
Yenti Herawati ◽  
Ritanti

HIV is a virus that attacks the human immune system and if the condition gets worse and results in various complications, the disease will cause AIDS or Aquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. Adolescent behavior at this time tends to be at risk with promiscuity everywhere so as to increase the incidence of HIV/AIDS for adolescents. The purpose of the research actually for determine the relationship between the role of parents and information media with HIV/AIDS prevention behavior for adolescents at SMAN 75 Jakarta. The type of research is quantitative with cross sectional research design and analyzed by Chi-Square Test. This research conducted in March to June 2020 at SMAN 75 Jakarta involving as of 154 respondents, and the sampling using a random sampling technique. The statistical test results using Chi-Square stated that a significant relationship between the role of parents and information media. (p = 0.007). On the information media with HIV / Aids prevention behavior showed a significant relationship (p = 0,000). It is recommended to students, schools and parents to work together in efforts for prevention of HIV/AIDS.  


2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (22) ◽  
pp. 25
Author(s):  
Dudjo Yen G. Boris ◽  
Sonkeng Germain ◽  
Njong Mom Aloysius ◽  
Tafah Edokat O. Edward

This paper focuses on how education contributes to economic growth. That is to say that there is a significant relationship between the variables of education and the economic growth of Cameroon. Education is therefore a priority for all nations. This shows the prominent place it occupies in the Constitution of almost every state. There are several studies that have focused on the relationship between education and economic growth of the microeconomic perspective, as macroeconomic, both theoretically and empirically. Empirical studies, which have been carried out everywhere around the world, do not agree with the fact that education has a positive effect on economic growth. The estimation results show that literacy rate, however, remains ambiguous and contradictory when OLS is going to GMM. Investing in Literacy is a challenge for development and it is the heart of poverty reduction process at all levels.


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