scholarly journals Job Satisfaction Among Dentists According to Workplace in Tehran

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reza Emrani ◽  
Katayoun Sargeran ◽  
Ahmad Reza Shamshiri ◽  
Hossein Hessari
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Marital Status ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
The Mean

Objectives: The purpose of the present study was to assess the level of job satisfaction among dentists in Tehran, according to background determinants, working environment elements, and type of workplace in 2018. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 350 dentists, selected by convenience sampling, completed a validated Persian job satisfaction questionnaire in a dental congress (with about 1100 participants) in Tehran, and in 59 dental clinics. The questionnaire included 39 structured questions (in 12 domains) on job satisfaction, reporting the satisfaction level according to a 5-point Likert scale. The level of satisfaction was measured by summing the weighted scores of each domain. The mean job satisfaction score (out of 100) was reported according to demographic factors (age, gender, level of income, years of experience, marital status, and number of children), working environment elements (number of assistants, number of colleagues, type of workplace), and stress score (8 questions). Linear regression was applied for statistical analysis. Results: The mean score of job satisfaction was 70±10. The analysis showed that women, dentists with a low income, those working in the public sector, and those with higher stress scores had lower job satisfaction scores (P<0.05). The number of dental assistants, number of colleagues, age, work experience, marital status, number of children, and monthly number of patients had no significant correlation with job satisfaction (P>0.05). Conclusion: The level of job satisfaction was mainly related to individual determinants. Improving job satisfaction can foster the whole dental care system and working environment elements.

scholarly journals Tooth Loss and Its Association With Frequency of Pregnancy: A Cross-Sectional Study Among Yemeni Women

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anas Shamala ◽  
Ebtesam Al-Maimooni ◽  
Salsbeel Al-Matari ◽  
Ryhana Hiyat ◽  
Mohammed Al-wesabi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Tooth Loss ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Khat Chewing ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
Hygiene Practices ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Backgrounds: The present study sought to assess tooth loss and oral hygiene practices among a sample of Yemeni women in association with giving births (parity).Subjects and Methods: This cross-sectional study included a sample of 644 Yemeni women. They were interviewed to gather socio-demographic (age, education, number of children) and behavioral data (oral hygiene practices, khat chewing and smoking). Additionally, they were examined clinically to assess number of tooth loss. Data were analyzed using SPSS with a P-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The participating women aged between 16 and 51 years. Only one fifth of the sample reported brushing their teeth regularly (i.e, at least once a day), and around 36.8% reported using dental aids occasionally. Additionally, 52% and 21% of the sample reported they were khat chewers and smokers, respectively. The mean number of tooth loss was 4.7. The mean number of children was 4.15, with approximately 54% of the participating women had more than 3 children. The results of the logistic regression revealed a significant association between number of children and tooth loss. Conclusion: Yemeni women had poor oral hygiene practices and high prevalence of tooth loss increased proportionally with the increased number of children. This emphasizes the importance of an effective oral hygiene motivation and health education among female patients during pregnancy periods.

The Social and Psychological Impact of Superficial Dermatophytic Infection using Dlqi and Ghq-12: A Cross-Sectional Study in 174 Patients at a Tertiary Care Centre in Southern-East Rajasthan

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Shivani Saini ◽  
◽  
Agarwal Shail ◽  
Jain Manish ◽  
Yadav Devendra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Population ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Background: Dermatophytosis is a common fungal infection affecting 20-25% of the world population. Aims: Our study was aimed to assess its impact on health-related quality of life(QoL), mental health, and various variables. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was done from April 2019 to September 2019 on 174 patients of dermatophytosis of aged more than 16 years with their informed consent. The impact of infection on the quality of life was assessed by using the Dermatology life quality index questionnaire and General health questionnaire-12 was used to assess psychological impact. A visual analogue scale was used to assess the severity of pruritus. Appropriate statistical tests were applied. Results: Males to females ratio was 1.4:1. The age group of 21-30 was having the highest number of patients with the mean age of 27.8±9.97. Most patients had BSA under 10%. The mean value of DLQI and GHQ-12 were found 15.989±7.407 and 2.8563±2.8964, respectively. We found that dermatophytosis had a very large effect on the quality of life as the maximum number of patients(39%) were within this category. The “work and school” part in the questionnaire gained maximum importance(52.8%). The mean VAS score was 6±2.733 with most patients(32.7%) had moderate itching. We found a positive correlation between VAS and DLQI, VAS and GHQ-12, DLQI, and GHQ-12 with the statistical significance. Conclusion: In our study dermatophytosis affected the quality of life as well as the psychological health of patients. Therefore proper treatment of superficial dermatophtytosis is essential to prevent it from further complications

Influence of Occupational Factors on the Job Satisfaction Among Licensed Periodontist in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-22
Author(s):  
Nouf Al-Shibani ◽  
Nawaf Labban ◽  
Fahad Ali Alshehri ◽  
Reem Al-Kattan ◽  
Hanan Al-Otaibi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Extrinsic Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Intrinsic And Extrinsic Factors

Aim: To evaluate the overall job satisfaction among periodontists, highlighting the significance of intrinsic and extrinsic factors and their satisfaction level with patients, facilities, and workplace when working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: An interview-type questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was formulated and consisted of total 38 questions in 8 domains. Contact details of registered periodontists were taken and a weblink containing details of the questionnaire using the tool SurveyMonkey was sent to periodontist from the office of Saudi Dental Society. A single investigator was done to minimize bias evaluated with all the responses. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software version 21 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA) was used for tabulation of descriptive analysis. Standard deviation, percentages and means were calculated. Results: Out of the total 75 emails sent to the periodontists, 65 (86%) responses were received. 63 (96.9%) of the respondents were Saudi nationals, whereas the rest 2 (3.1%) were non‑Saudis. 40 (61.5%) respondents were males, whereas 25 (38.5%) were females. Majority of the respondents were dentists 43 (66.2%). 32.3% reported better professional growth as the main reason for choosing periodontal profession. However, a vast majority of the respondents, 56.9% stated that working as a periodontist was their first choice. 49.3% of the respondents affirmed that they were pleased with the working environment as it was conductive and professional. Approximately, 73.9% of the periodontist were of the view that they had good relations with their patients. Conclusion: Job satisfaction among periodontists working in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was adequate as majority of them displayed a positive attitude toward working environment, their profession, peers, and intrinsic and extrinsic factors related to periodontal profession. Clinical Significance: Job satisfaction plays a vital role in delivering standard quality health care. Dissatisfaction in job may lead to stress, anxiety, and/or depression leading to compromised health care facilities and patient satisfaction.

scholarly journals Quality of life among elderly population

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ioanna V. Papathanasiou ◽  
Anna Rammogianni ◽  
Dimitros Papagiannis ◽  
Konstantinos Tsaras ◽  
Foteini Kaberi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
Health Factors ◽  
The Mean

Introduction: Quality of Life (QoL) among elderly is an important issue that reflects the status of well-being of this vulnerable population. Aim: This study aims to assess quality of life among elderly population and to examine possible correlations with associated demographic, social and health factors. Material and Method: A cross sectional study was conducted, in which 257 elderlies from Greece were participated. For the data collection the WHOQOL-BREF (30-items Greek version) questionnaire was used as well as a questionnaire with questions about demographic data, social & health factors. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, means, percentages and standard deviations have been utilized. Inferential statistics such as t-test and pearson r correlation have been used to determined correlations between relevant variables. Level of significance accepted is p < 0.05. Results: From the total 257 elderlies 55.6% (n=143) were women and 44.4% (n=114) were men with a mean age 75.12±8.39. The mean score of overall QoL is 14.14±2.87 and the mean of each factor of WHOQOL-BREF is 13.56±2.79 for physical health, 13.61±2.74 for mental health, 13.72±2.60 for social relationships and 13.70±1.96 for environment. Age, marital status, number of children, level of education, residence area, lifestyle, chronic diseases and serious illnesses are the factors that affects levels of QoL among Greek elderly population Conclusions: Results indicates that levels of QoL between elderly are moderate and many demographic, social and health factors are correlated with QoL status.

scholarly journals Stomach Cancer in Patients Referred to Tohid Hospital in Sanandaj, 2012 - 2018: An Epidemiological Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mastore Rahimi ◽  
Ghodratollah Roshanaei ◽  
Javad Faradmal ◽  
Bayazid Ghaderi ◽  
Leila Moradi
Keyword(s):  
Gastric Cancer ◽  
Stomach Cancer ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Quit Smoking ◽  
Common Cancer ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Spss Software

Background: Stomach cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the world and first cancer in Iran. The northern and northwestern regions of the country are areas with a high prevalence of gastrointestinal cancers, especially gastric cancer. Different factors are effective in the incidence of this cancer. Objectives: The present study aimed to evaluate the epidemiology of gastric cancer. Methods: This research was a cross-sectional study. All patients referred to Tohid Hospital in Sanandaj between 2012 and 2018 were examined. Data were extracted using patients' medical records. Descriptive information was collected through SPSS software, and the results were analyzed. Results: The number of patients in this study was 553. The mean age was 66.9 years, and the highest age group was 60 - 80 years. Four hundred twelve patients were male, and 141 were female. In 50% of patients, the location of the cardiac tumor was gastric. Chemotherapy was the most common treatment in more than 60% of patients. Conclusions: The results of this study show that smoking is unfortunately high in patients in this province. An educational intervention to quit smoking is recommended. Smoking is an important risk factor for gastric cancer, and this intervention may also be effective in reducing the incidence of this disease.

scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF MEAN DISTANCE OF MANDIBULAR INCISIVE CANAL USING CONE BEAM COMPUTERIZED TOMOGRAPHY; A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 71 (5) ◽  
pp. 1801-05
Author(s):  
Mubashir Sharif ◽  
Nighat Haroon ◽  
Muhammad Anwaar Alam ◽  
Adil Umar Durrani ◽  
Talib Hussain ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computerized Tomography ◽  
Mental Foramen ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cone Beam ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Incisive Canal ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Cone Beam Computerized Tomography ◽  
The Mean

Objective: To determine the mean distance of mandibular incisive canal from the mental foramen in patients reporting to a tertiary care centre using Cone Beam Computerized Tomography for placement of dental implants in the anterior/interforaminal region. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Prosthodontics, Foundation University College of Dentistry Rawalpindi, Jun to Nov 2019. Methodology: A total of 70 patients participated between the age of 20-45 years. Cone Beam Computerized Tomography (the investigation was carried out and measurements of the mandibular incisive canal from mental foramen were recorded with the help of measuring tools in the software and noted down on the proforma. Data were analyzed using SPSS-20. Results: The number of patients selected for this study was 70. Out of these 70 patients, 33 (47.1%) were males and 37 (52.9%) were females. The mean age of patients in this study was 36.31 ± 6.38 years. The mean distance/extension of the mandibular incisive canal from left mental foramen and right mental foramen in all patients was recorded to be 14.49 ± 6.31 mm and 14.97 ± 7.10 mm respectively. Conclusion: Within the limitations of this study, it is concluded that a maximum distance of 22mm of the incisive canal from the mental foramen was observed using cone-beam computerized tomography.

scholarly journals Changes in perceived knowledge about childbirth among pregnant women participating in the Senses of Birth Intervention in Brazil: A cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luísa M M Fernandes ◽  
Sônia Lansky ◽  
Bernardo J Oliveira ◽  
Amélia A L Friche ◽  
Christine T. Bozlak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Low Income Countries ◽  
Perceived Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge Domains ◽  
Normal Birth ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background: Senses of Birth (SoB) is a health education intervention in Brazil that addresses reproductive rights, the benefits and risks of normal birth and cesarean, and use of evidence-based practices (EBP) during labor and childbirth, aiming to reduce unnecessary cesareans in the country. This study evaluates the impact of the SoB intervention on pregnant women’s perceived knowledge about normal birth, cesarean, and use of EBP in childbirth. Method: 1,287 pregnant women answered a structured questionnaire, immediately after their visit to the exhibition, between March 2015 and March 2016, in four cities. To identify the impact of the intervention on women’s perceived knowledge and possible association with socioeconomic and demographic characteristics, statistical analyses were performed including paired T-tests, ANOVA, and logistic and linear regressions. Results: The mean score (MS) of perceived knowledge after the intervention was higher than the mean score before experiencing the SoB for all three knowledge domains: Normal Birth (MS Before= 3.71 x MS After= 4.49), Cesarean (MS Before= 3.54 x MS After= 4.26) and EBPs (MS Before= 3.14 x MS After= 4.14). The results suggest that SoB intervention was more effective for low income women (B = 0.206; p < 0.001 for EBP), women without private health insurance (OR 2.47, 95% CI: 1.49- 4.09 for normal birth), women with private prenatal care (OR 2.42, 95% CI: 1.59- 3.66 for normal birth), women experiencing their first pregnancy (OR 1.92, 95% CI: 1.31-2.82 for EBP; OR 1.37, 95% CI: 1.03-1.84 for normal birth; OR 1.37, 95% CI: 1.03-1.84 for cesarean), and women in their first or second trimester at the time of the intervention (OR 1.64, 95% CI: 1.13-2.39 for EBP; OR 1.48, 95% CI: 1.11-1.97 for normal birth; OR 1.85, 95% CI: 1.40-2.41 for cesarean). Conclusion: The study showed opportunities to increase knowledge among Brazilian pregnant women for the three knowledge domains, and a need to focus the discussion on how to achieve a positive experience of birth using EBP. The intervention gains relevance considering the lack of evidence of the efficacy of non-clinical interventions to reduce unnecessary cesareans in middle and low-income countries targeting women.

scholarly journals Adverse Drug Reactions of Anti-Epileptic Drugs in Children with Epilepsy: A Cross-Sectional Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 217-224
Author(s):  
Sundeep Kaushik ◽  
Deepti Chopra ◽  
Suvasini Sharma ◽  
Satinder Aneja
Keyword(s):  
Antiepileptic Drugs ◽  
Adverse Drug Reactions ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Drug Reactions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
The Mean ◽  
One Year ◽  
Paediatric Epilepsy

Background: Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) due to antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) in children contribute to poorer patient outcomes. However, reliable data ragarding such ADRs is not available. Objectives: Thus, the aim of the present study was to determine the incidence and patterns of ADRs of antiepileptic drugs in children aged 2-17 years presenting to a tertiary care teaching hospital. Methods: An observational study was conducted in the Department of Pediatrics, Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital for a period of one year. Two hundred consecutive eligible patients (aged 2-17 yrs with epilepsy on AED) with consenting parents were enrolled. ADRs were noted using Paediatric Epilepsy Side Effect Questionnaire (PESQ) at clinic visits and any other ADRs reported by parents were also recorded. Causality, severity and avoidability assessments were done. Results: The mean age was 10.5 ± 3.6 years. A total of 139 ADRs occurred in 97 patients. One hundred and nine ADRs were reported by use of PESQ, in addition, 30 ADRs were reported by parents. Poor school result (33.8%) was the commonest ADR. Valproate (61.9%) was the main drug causing ADRs. Valproate, when used in polytherapy, was associated with more number of children experiencing ADRs (72.2%). The most common add on drug was clobazam (42.3%). Children with poorly controlled epilepsy were associated with more ADRs. Causality assessment revealed that 91.3% of the ADRs were probable. Most (94.9%) ADRs were of ‘mild’ category and 95.7% were probably preventable. Treatment was discontinued only in 6 patients of phenytoin toxicity.R Conclusion: Cognitive and neurological problems were the most common ADRs seen in children with epilepsy. Polytherapy significantly increases the likelihood of ADRs in children.

scholarly journals Adherence to antiretrovirals in people coinfected with the human immunodeficiency virus and tuberculosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Larissa de Araújo Lemos ◽  
Maria Luciana Teles Fiuza ◽  
Renata Karina Reis ◽  
André Carvalho Ferrer ◽  
Elucir Gir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antiretroviral Therapy ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Number Of Children ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Adherence Assessment

Objective: assess the adherence levels to antiretroviral therapy in people coinfected with HIV/tuberculosis and correlate these levels with the sociodemographic and clinical variables of the study population. Method: cross-sectional study involving 74 male and female adults coinfected with HIV/tuberculosis. For the data collection, a sociodemographic and clinical assessment form and the Antiretroviral Treatment Adherence Assessment Questionnaire were used. For the data analysis, the software STATA version 11 was used, through descriptive statistics, Fisher's chi-square exact test and the probability test. Results: men were predominant (79.7%), between 30 and 39 years of age (35.1%), low income (75.7%) and pulmonary tuberculosis (71.6%). Adherence to antiretroviral therapy was inappropriate in 78.1% of the men; 61.0% of single people; 47.0% unemployed and 76.5% among people gaining less than one minimum wage. A significant difference was observed between compliance and length of use of antiretrovirals (p=0.018), sexual orientation (p=0.024) and number of children (p=0.029). Conclusion: the coinfected patients presented inappropriate adherence to the antiretrovirals, a fact that negatively affects the health conditions of the people living with HIV/tuberculosis coinfection. A statistically significant correlation was found between the levels of adherence and some sociodemographic and clinical characteristics.

scholarly journals Frequency of hospitalization of infants with bronchiolitis during 2017 in Puerto Madryn, Argentina

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Damián L. Taire ◽  
Bruno A. Pazos
Keyword(s):  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Hospital Readmissions ◽  
Basic Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Hospitalized Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Place Of Origin ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Hospital Administrative

ABSTRACTIntroductionBronchiolitis is considered the most frequent disease in infants and still represents an important cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Despite its viral etiology, socioeconomic variables could influence the disease outcome. We aimed to determine the frequency of hospital discharge for bronchiolitis in a local Hospital in the city of Puerto Madryn, in the province of Chubut, Patagonia Argentina.Population and methodsWe performed a cross-sectional study that analyzed all hospitalized patients discharged for bronchiolitis in Hospital “Dr. Andrés R. Isola” during the year 2017 and based on data provided by the hospital administrative staff. The study variables were the length of stay, readmission rate and place of origin of hospitalized patients.ResultsA total of 120 patients were included. The median age was 4.45 months (3.9-5). The mean length-of-stay (LOS) was 7.30 days (5.52-9.08). Of the total number of patients, 24 (20%) had a LOS ≤3 days and 96 (80%) a >3 days. One hundred patients (88.33%) had no hospital readmissions and 10 patients (8.33%) had hospital readmissions. The median age of patients with readmissions was 4.2 months (2.69-5.71). The mean LOS during readmission was 17.3 days (5.25-29.35). Of the 120 hospitalized children, 100 infants (83.33%) live in areas identified as having “unsatisfied basic needs” in Puerto Madryn.ConclusionsThe overcrowding as a result of the demographic transformation on the frequency of hospitalization of infants with bronchiolitis was homogeneous within the Puerto Madryn population with “unsatisfied basic needs”.

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