scholarly journals Level of Satisfaction in the Use of the Wraparound Hawley and Thermoplastic Maxillary Retainers

2019 ◽  
Vol 90 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-68 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adenilson Silva Chagas ◽  
Karina Maria Salvatore Freitas ◽  
Rodrigo Hermont Cançado ◽  
Fabricio Pinelli Valarelli ◽  
Luiz Filiphe Gonçalves Canuto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
The Other ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Intergroup Comparison ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Better Than

ABSTRACT Objective To compare the level of satisfaction in the use of wraparound Hawley and thermoplastic maxillary retainers. Materials and Methods The study sample included 70 orthodontic patients (24 males and 46 females), who were in the retention stage (mean age = 20.80 years). All patients wore the two types of maxillary retainer for 1 month each, along with a 3×3 fixed mandibular retainer. After the use of each retainer, the patients responded to a questionnaire evaluating the level of satisfaction with their use of the maxillary retainer. Intergroup comparison was performed by independent t tests. Chi-square test was used to evaluate preference for the type of retainer by gender. Results The thermoplastic retainer was better for swallowing and the wraparound Hawley appliance was better for hygiene and durability. The other factors evaluated (adaptation, speech, comfort, esthetics, satisfaction, and fitting) did not show significant differences between the retainers. There was also no significant difference in preference for the appliances. Conclusions Regarding the overall satisfaction and the preference, there was no difference between the wraparound Hawley and thermoplastic retainers. The wraparound Hawley appliance was better in hygiene and resistance than the thermoplastic retainer; and the thermoplastic appliance was better than the wraparound Hawley for swallowing fluids and saliva.

scholarly journals Rheumatologist perspective of the Brazilian consensus for detection of auto antibodies in HEp-2 CELLS

2021 ◽  
Vol 61 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Isadora Carvalho Medeiros Francescantonio ◽  
Leandro Augusto Rodrigues dos Santos ◽  
Paulo Luiz Carvalho Francescantonio ◽  
Luiz Eduardo Coelho Andrade ◽  
Wilson de Melo Cruvinel
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Immunofluorescence Assay ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dichotomous Data ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Geographic Regions ◽  
Relevant Pattern ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Abstract Objective To evaluate the perception of rheumatologists regarding the recommendations of the Brazilian Consensus for detection of Autoantibodies (BCA) on HEp-2 Cells by Indirect Immunofluorescence assay (IFA) and how BCA recommendations help in clinical practice. Methodology A structured questionnaire regarding the BCA recommendations for detection and interpretations of autoantibodies in HEp-2 cells was applied to randomly selected rheumatologists. The results were tabulated using the Microsoft® Excel program, expressed as a simple percentage and the dichotomous data were analyzed using the Chi-square test and the Epi Info® program. Results Four hundred fuorteen rheumatologists participated in the study: 70% of them considered their knowledge of the HEp-2 IFA test satisfactory or excellent, and 43% said they knew the BCA recommendations in general, without distinguishing the edition of the BCA to which they refer. The Revista Brasileira de Rheumatologia/Advances in Rheumatology was the means of dissemination most consulted by specialists (50%). According to the rheumatologists’ opinion, the most relevant pattern was the homogeneous nuclear (78%) and 65% stated they were satisfied with the BCA recommendations at a level of satisfaction greater than or equal to 80%. There was no significant difference in the perception of rheumatologists from the several Brazilian geographic regions. Conclusion Brazilian rheumatologists are aware of the BCA guidelines and most are satisfied with the content published, considering that the BCA recommendations assist positively in the clinical practice. Most rheumatologists recognize the patterns associated with rheumatic autoimmune diseases and have used BCA recommendations to interpret the results of the HEp-2 IFA test.

scholarly journals Perbandingan Hasil Belajar Matematika Antara Yang Menggunakan Pendekatan Konstruktivisme Dengan Pendekatan Open Ended

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Avini Nurazhimah Arfa
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Mathematics Learning ◽  
Research Data ◽  
T Test ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Learning Mathematics ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Better Than

<p class="Default"><em>The purpose of this research is to know whether or not there are differences of learning outcomes of students of class X TKJ 1 and X TKJ 2 between those using a constructivism approach and those using an open-ended approach in learning mathematics in statistics chapter. The research method used is a quasi-experiment with population of students of SMK TERPADU HUTAMA and with samples of 68 people simply and randomly taken by using a self-developed instrument in the form of test about Mathematics Learning Outcomes. The research data for the experimental and controlled classes are collected by analyzing the test using t test, while the normality analysis requirement is analyzed by testing with chi-square test and homogeneity with F test. The result of the research shows that there is a significant difference between students’ learning outcomes through constructivism approach and through an open-ended approach to mathematics learning in SMK TERPADU HUTAMA. From the research results, it can be concluded that the constructivism approach is better than the open-ended approach in statistics learning because the former can encourage the development of individual’s skill in the classroom.</em></p>

scholarly journals Effect of Use of Ambulance as Emergency Medical Service in Patients of ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 4
Author(s):  
Majid Bashir ◽  
Kubra Maryam ◽  
Nazeer Ahmed ◽  
Tariq Mehmood ◽  
Adnan Aslam
Keyword(s):  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
St Elevation Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Base Line ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
St Elevation ◽  
Student’S T ◽  
Student’S T Test

Objective: To study the frequency of ambulance utilization by the St-elevation Myocardial Infarction patients toreach hospital, perception of ambulance users about the facilities available in the ambulance, and evaluate theclinical outcomes of STEMI between ambulance users and non-users.Study Design: Cross-section survey-based study.Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out in the Department of Cardiology at Chaudry Pervaizth th Elahi Institute of Cardiology (CPEIC) Multan from 14 April 2020 to 14 September 2020.Materials and Methods: Patients with the diagnosis of STEMI were included in the study and were classifiedinto two groups' ambulance and non-ambulance users, to reach the facility. Patients' demographics, initialpresenting symptoms, availability of ambulance, and time to reach the hospital were recorded. Moreover, theywere followed for complication during their stay and base line laboratory indicators. Ambulance users werealso evaluated for their perception about availability of medical services in the ambulance. The data collectedfrom both of the groups were compared through student's t-test and chi-square test. Statistical value less than0.05 was considered as significant.Results: Out of 300 patients, 32.6% were ambulance users while 67.4% were non-ambulance user. Nosignificant difference was found in age, gender, underlying comorbidity, and initial presenting symptomsbetween two groups. Majority of ambulance users (74%) arrived in less than 45minutes. Differentcomplications were recorded but no significant difference was found between two groups. Majority ofambulance users 31.5% were neutral about the level of satisfaction for ambulance facilities.Conclusion: Frequency of ambulance utilization by STEMI patients is not only low in Pakistan, but ambulancesystem is also not successful in producing significant change in clinical outcomes. Therefore an awarenesscampaign along with ambulance improvement campaigns should be launched to bring a meaningful change.

scholarly journals Prevalence of dental anomalies of number in different subphenotypes of isolated cleft palate

2014 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-59 ◽  
Author(s):  
João Paulo Schwartz ◽  
Daniele Salazar Somensi ◽  
Priscila Yoshizaki ◽  
Luciana Laís Savero Reis ◽  
Rita de Cássia Moura Carvalho Lauris ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cleft Palate ◽  
Treatment Center ◽  
Single Treatment ◽  
Dental Anomalies ◽  
Supernumerary Teeth ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Intergroup Comparison ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Isolated Cleft Palate

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed at carrying out a radiographic analysis on the prevalence of dental anomalies of number (agenesis and supernumerary teeth) in permanent dentition, in different subphenotypes of isolated cleft palate pre-adolescent patients. METHODS: Panoramic radiographs of 300 patients aged between 9 and 12 years, with cleft palate and enrolled in a single treatment center, were retrospectively analyzed. The sample was divided into two groups according to the extension/severity of the cleft palate: complete and incomplete . The chi-square test was used for intergroup comparison regarding the prevalence of the investigated dental anomalies (P < 0.05). RESULTS: Agenesis was found in 34.14% of patients with complete cleft palate and in 30.27% of patients with incomplete cleft palate. Supernumerary teeth were found in 2.43% of patients with complete cleft palate and in 0.91% of patients with incomplete cleft palate. No statistically significant difference was found between groups with regard to the prevalence of agenesis and supernumerary teeth. There was no difference in cleft prevalence between genders within each study group. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of dental anomalies of number in pre-adolescents with cleft palate was higher than that reported for the general population. The severity of cleft palate did not seem to be associated with the prevalence of dental anomalies of number.

A Study of Three Variants of Gerund Construction from the Contrastive Perspective of Social and Natural Academic Abstracts on Construction Grammar Theory

2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (2) ◽  
pp. 219-230
Author(s):  
Yan Jin ◽  
Mingtuo Yang
Keyword(s):  
Social Science ◽  
Natural Science ◽  
Construction Grammar ◽  
The Other ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Basic Characteristics

Abstract English gerund construction is a system composed of 3 variants, including “Gerund + ø”, “Gerund + of + NP”, and “Gerund + NP”. The noun and verb attributes of the 3 variants are recursive, and in theory their frequencies vary regularly in different styles. An abstract is placed before the beginning of an academic papers, which has the basic characteristics of conciseness and generalization, and has special requirements for the use of gerunds. The purpose of this study was to empirically explore the system of gerund construction in abstracts of natural science and social science papers, and to specifically explore the inherent characteristics of noun and verb properties of the 3 variants. For this purpose, two corpora were constructed, one is about abstracts of natural science papers, and the other is about abstracts of social science papers. Finally, the results of chi-square test showed that there was no significant difference in the frequencies of the 3 variants in the abstracts of natural science and social science papers, and the two corpora can be studied as a whole. In the combined corpus, there were significant differences in the frequencies of the 3 gerund variants. The frequencies of these 3 variants and their gerund properties showed a recursive change.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Distribution of Dental Anomalies among Orthodontic Patients of Kathmandu, Nepal

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 23-28
Author(s):  
Sanjay Prasad Gupta ◽  
Shristi Rauniyar
Keyword(s):  
Tooth Development ◽  
Dentinogenesis Imperfecta ◽  
Dental Anomalies ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Maxillary Lateral Incisor ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Double Teeth

Introduction: Dental anomalies are commonly seen during regular dental check-up. It occurs due to abnormal morphodifferentiation of teeth during different stages of tooth development. The purpose of this study was to find out the of dental anomalies among orthodontic patients of Kathmandu, Nepal. Materials & Method: A total of 601 patients (242 males and 359 females) of aged 10 to 35 years (mean age= 16.42±3.42 years) who require orthodontic treatment were selected. The patients were assessed clinically and dental panoramic radiographs were evaluated for disturbance in number and other anomalies. A chi-square test was used to determine the difference in the prevalence of dental anomalies between genders and among different classes of malocclusion. Result: The prevalence of dental anomalies was 15.3% that is 92 participants were exhibited at least one dental anomaly among 601 orthodontic patients. Among dental anomalies, hypodontia was the most prevalent (7.48%) followed by hyperdontia (2.99%), microdontia (2.16%), macrodontia (0.66%), transposition (0.66%), taurodontism (0.49%), double teeth (0.33%), amelogenesis imperfecta (0.33%) and dentinogenesis imperfecta (0.16%). The prevalence of oligodontia was 0.33%. There were no statistically significant difference in prevalence of anomalies in between gender and among different classes of malocclusion. Conclusion: Prevalence and distribution of some dental anomalies in orthodontic patients of Kathmandu differed from other studies. Maxillary lateral incisor was the most commonly missing and microdontic tooth. Orthodontists have the responsibility to observe each patient carefully for dental anomalies to correct or improvise this condition without any complications.

scholarly journals CONCEPTION RATE DAN SERVICE PER CONCEPTION PADA SAPI PERANAKAN LIMOUSIN DAN SAPI PERANAKAN ONGOLE HASIL IB DI KECAMATAN PILANGKENCENG KABUPATEN MADIUN

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 152
Author(s):  
Alfiutha Propha Bhaskara ◽  
Tri Wahyu Suprayogi ◽  
Roesno Darsono ◽  
Pudji Srianto ◽  
Mas’ud Hariadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Insemination ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Data Retrieval ◽  
Conception Rate ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Several Variables ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Better Than

The study was conducted to know conception rate and service per conception of Limousin Cross breed and Ongole Cross Breed in Pilangkenceng, Madiun. Data were collected for the periode of Oktober 2016 to February 2017 from inseminators in Pilangkenceng district. The data were taken by primary and secondary. Primary data retrieval were done by direct observation, which includes several variables, where the variables include: the identity of the breeder, feeding and drinking. The secondary data were obtained by recording the farmer’s artificial insemination card. All data was analyzed to find a percentage of conception rate (CR) and find number of service per conception (S/C). Then S/C were analyzed with T-test adn CR were analyzed with chi-square test. The results of this research showed that the service per conception’s average of limousin cross breed and ongole cross breed is 1,61 and 1,72. The average of conception rate limousin cross breed and ongole cross breed is 53% % and 59 %. The result showed no significant difference (p>0,05) on CR and S/C between limousin cross breed and ongole cross breed. The conclusion of this research showed that service per conception and conception rate of ongole cross breed in Pilengkenceng Madiun is better than limousin cross breed but there’s no significant difference (p>0,05).

The Influence of Age and Gender on Mandibular Indices among the Libyan Population

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Negative Correlation ◽  
Bone Mineralization ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
T Test ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Age And Gender ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Libyan Population

Radiographic Mandibular Indices serve as easy and relatively cheap tools for evaluating bone mineralization. Objectives: To examine the effect of age and gender on three mandibular indices: the panoramic mandibular index (PMI), the mandibular ratio (MR) and the mandibular cortical index (MCI), among Libyan population. Methods: The three indices were measured on 317 digital (OPGs) of adult humans (155 males, 162 females). The sample was divided into six age groups (from 18-25 years through 56-65 years). The measurements were analyzed for interactions with age and sex, using SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Studies) software version no. 22. The tests employed were two way ANOVA, the unpaired T-test and chi-square test. Results: The mean PMI fluctuated between 0.37 s.d. 0.012 and 0.38 s.d. 0.012. among the sixth age groups. One-way ANOVA statistical test revealed no significant of age on PMI. On the other hand gender variation has effect on PMI, since independent sample t-test disclosed that the difference between the male and female PMI means statistically significant. ANOVA test showed that the means of MR among age groups showed a negative correlation i.e. MR mean declined from 3.01 in 18-25 age groups to 2.7 in 55-65 age groups. In contrary, the gender showed no effect on MR according two sample t-test at p> 0.05. In regards with MCI, statistical analysis showed that it affected by age that is C1 was decreasing by age while C2 and C3 were increased by age. Using chi square test the result indicated that there is a significant difference among the different age group and the two genders in MCI readings. Conclusion: PMI was influenced significantly by age but minimally by the gender. MR is not affected by gender but has a negative correlation with age. MCI is affected by both age and gender

Association of Rugae Pattern with Skeletal Malocclusion in Orthodontic Patients Visiting Tertiary Care Hospital

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarwat Memon
Keyword(s):  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Skeletal Malocclusion ◽  
Palatal Rugae ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Orthodontic Patients

Background: The palatal rugae are special constructions that are inalterable in their position and pattern during the lifestyles of an individual. This imparts them an exceptional role in the forensic dentistry and may play potential role in malocclusion identification. This study was aimed to see association of rugae pattern with sagittal skeletal malocclusion in orthodontic patients visiting tertiary care hospital. Methods: This cross-sectional examination was completed on pretreatment records (lateral Cephalometric radiographs and maxillary dental casts) of 384 subjects at the orthodontic department of Ziauddin Dental Hospital, Karachi. The study duration was from January to July 2019. The samples were sub-divided into three sagittal skeletal groups based on ANB angle proposed by Steiner’s on lateral Cephalometric radiographs (Class I with ANB angle between 0° to 4°; Class II: ANB angle greater than 5°; Class III: ANB angle less than 0°). The shapes of three most-anterior primary rugae were then evaluated bilaterally using Kapali et al., Classification. Chi Square test was applied to find association of rugae pattern among sagittal skeletal malocclusions groups. Results: Circular and curved rugae shapes were the most prevalent in all skeletal malocclusions. The primary palatal rugae pattern was seen to be significantly different among three skeletal malocclusion groups (p<0.05). The right and left sided palatal rugae pattern showed significant difference in all three skeletal malocclusion groups (p<0.05). Conclusion: The present study showed no specific palatal rugae pattern associated with sagittal skeletal malocclusion. Further studies on larger sample and use of modern 3D technologies to scan the maxillary casts are required for results that are more precise.

scholarly journals Prognostic significance of peritoneal cytology in low-risk endometrial cancer: comparison of laparoscopic surgery and laparotomy

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Satoe Fujiwara ◽  
Ruri Nishie ◽  
Shoko Ueda ◽  
Syunsuke Miyamoto ◽  
Shinichi Terada ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Endometrial Cancer ◽  
Laparoscopic Surgery ◽  
Retrospective Study ◽  
Prognostic Significance ◽  
Low Risk ◽  
Peritoneal Cytology ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Positive Peritoneal Cytology

Abstract Background There is uncertainty surrounding the prognostic value of peritoneal cytology in low-risk endometrial cancer, especially in laparoscopic surgery. The objective of this retrospective study is to determine the prognostic significance of positive peritoneal cytology among patients with low-risk endometrial cancer and to compare it between laparoscopic surgery and conventional laparotomy. Methods From August 2008 to December 2019, all cases of pathologically confirmed stage IA grade 1 or 2 endometrial cancer were reviewed at Osaka Medical College. Statistical analyses used the Chi-square test and the Kaplan–Meier log rank. Results A total of 478 patients were identified: 438 with negative peritoneal cytology (232 who underwent laparotomy and 206 who undertook laparoscopic surgery) and 40 with positive peritoneal cytology (20 who underwent laparotomy and 20 who received laparoscopic surgery). Survival was significantly worse among patients with positive peritoneal cytology compared to patients with negative peritoneal cytology. However, there was no significant difference among patients with negative or positive peritoneal cytology between laparoscopic surgery and laparotomy. Conclusion This retrospective study suggests that, while peritoneal cytology is an independent risk factor in patients with low-risk endometrial cancer, laparoscopic surgery does not influence the survival outcome when compared to laparotomy.

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