Blockchain-Based Value-Added Tax System: A Systematic Review by Vahideh Ghanooni Shishavan, Shaban Elahi, Sadegh Dorri Nogoorani, Ali Yazdian Varjani

“…In this paper, we investigate how to implement blockchain technology in the value-added tax (VAT) system and answer three questions through a systematic literature review: (1) what are the characteristics of blockchain that can help in the VAT system; (2) what is the appropriate blockchain framework for the VAT system; and (3) what are the appropriate solutions to protect privacy in a blockchain-based VAT system. MethodsWe conducted a systematic literature review following the guidelines proposed by Okoli and Prisma flow diagrams. …”
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Anemia and Contributing Factors in Severely Malnourished Infants and Children Aged between 0 and 59 Months Admitted to the Treatment Centers of the Amhara Region, Ethiopia: A Multi... by Wubet Worku Takele, Adhanom Gebreegziabher Baraki, Haileab Fekadu Wolde, Hanna Demelash Desyibelew, Behailu Tariku Derseh, Abel Fekadu Dadi, Eskedar Getie Mekonnen, Temesgen Yihunie Akalu

“…A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted that included 1,301 infants and children, who developed SAM and were admitted to the three referral hospitals of the Amhara region. …”
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Ketamine Infusion as an Adjunct to Opioid Analgesia in Pediatric Patients with High-Risk Neuroblastoma Undergoing Treatment with Dinutuximab: Adverse Effects and Safety in a Non-IC... by Streby KA, Tobias JD, McPhaden E, Downie S, Stanek J, Roth C, Patel PO

“…In addition, the secondary objective is to describe the toxicities of pain management with opioids versus opioid plus ketamine.Methods: A retrospective chart review of 40 hRNBL patients receiving dinutuximab at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, from 2010 to 2022, was conducted. Demographics, pain scores, medication records, and total daily IV morphine milligram equivalents (IVMME) with and without a ketamine adjunct were collected. …”
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Analisis Penerimaan Sistem Informasi Manajemen BPJS Kesehatan Layanan Primary Care di UPTD Puskesmas Kabupaten Banyumas by Yusmedi Nurfaizal, Rizki Wahyudi

“…To ensure a system running according to user needs, it is necessary to conduct an evaluation. The acceptance level of Primary Care at the Regional Technical Implementation Unit of Puskesmas in Banyumas Regency is measured using Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). …”
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Comparison of self-collected and healthcare worker-collected rectovaginal swabs for group B streptococcus detection in pregnancy using PCR with a commercial collection-enrichment d... by Iva Kukovica, Neža Omahen, Nika Klobučar, Martina Bučar, Anita Franko Rutar, Tina Perme, Tina Perme, Miha Lučovnik, Miha Lučovnik, Samo Jeverica, Samo Jeverica

“…The aim of our study was to determine whether self-collection of rectovaginal swabs is a valid alternative to collection by healthcare workers (HCWs).MethodsA prospective, multicenter study was conducted between June and November 2023. A total of 227 pregnant women (aged 20 to 44 years) from the University Medical Center Ljubljana (n = 136), the Novo mesto Community Health Center (n = 48) and the Trebnje Community Health Center (n = 43) were included. …”
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Prevalence of Preoperative Anxiety and Associated Factors Among Surgical Patients: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis in Ethiopia by Magarsa Lami, Abraham Negash, Jerman Dereje, Ahmed Hiko, Sinetibeb Mesfin, Arsema Gebreyesus, Nano Belama, Nesredin Ahmed Omer, Bikila Balis, Usmael Jibro

“…Methods: In this study, all observational study designs conducted in Ethiopia were included while studies that did not report our main outcome of interest or did not meet the quality criteria by Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal techniques were excluded. …”
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Consumer Anthropomorphism and Happiness: Analysis of the Brand Authenticity Effect by Mehdi Khademi Gerashi, Setare Mohammadian

“…Methodology The current research adopts a quantitative approach with a confirmatory purpose. It is conducted using a survey methodology. The survey method was used to test hypotheses, and four hypotheses were developed and tested based on theoretical models derived from research literature. …”
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Engagement féminin en Kabylie et intersection des revendications (1980-2001). Dominations, expériences et négociations identitaires by Margherita Rasulo

“…The data come from public and private archives, and from interviews conducted during a survey between November 2018 and January 2019 in the wilaya of Tizi Ouzou and the city of Béjaïa, Algeria. …”
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Hubungan Indeks Massa Tubuh dengan Ketahanan Kardiorespirasi, Kekuatan dan Ketahanan Otot dan Fleksibilitas pada Mahasiswa Laki-Laki Jurusan Pendidikan Dokter Universitas Andalas A... by Haslan Muhaimin Lubis, Delmi Sulastri, Afriwardi .

“…Cardiorespiratory endurance obtained by calculating the value of bycycle ergometer test using VO2maks method astrand 6 minute cycle test, conducted measurement of height and weight, muscle strength is graded with a hand dynamometer and back strength dynamometer, muscle endurance is assessed with the bent leg sit-up, and flexibility with the sit and reach test, trunk extension, and shoulder lift. …”
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Asymptomatic Post-Traumatic Rupture of the Right Diaphragm Dome by E. A. Losik, M. V. Fadeeva, V. V. Shchegelsky, R. T. Rzaev, A. V. Stepanov, K. B. Puzakov, M. R. Skhirtladze

“…The patient had had a chest injury resulting from a traffic accident about 15 years before, with no X-ray examination having been conducted at that time.Conclusion.  In the case of left-sided diaphragm ruptures, which are much more frequent than the right-sided ones, the stomach, large and small intestines as well as spleen are displaced into the thoracic cavity. …”
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Risk factors for dengue mortality: a 7-year retrospective cohort in Honduras by Dilcia Sauceda-Acosta, Sandra Paola Paz Almendares, Elsy Cárcamo, Melba Zúniga-Gutiérrez, Briana Beltrán, María Félix Rivera, Marlon Meléndez Rodríguez, Judy Enamorado

“…Methods A retrospective cohort study of suspected cases of dengue between 2016 and 2022 was conducted. Patients of the 18 departments of the country were included. …”
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Noninvasive oxygenation and ventilation strategies for viral acute respiratory failure: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis by Fredy Leonardo Carreño-Hernández, Sergio Prieto, Daniela Abondando, Jairo Alejandro Gaitán, Yenny Rocío Cárdenas -Bolívar, Adriana Beltrán, Jorge Iván Alvarado-Sánchez, Joseph L. Nates

“…Methods A systematic review was conducted following the Cochrane guidelines and PRISMA reporting guidelines. …”
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Magnitude, patterns, and factors associated with liver disease among clinically suspected clients in Eastern Ethiopia: hidden public health tragedy by Aliya Nuri, Sufian Jeilu, Yared Teklu, Kadir Abdu, Ahmed Muhye, Milkiyas Solomon Getachew, Imam Dagne, Muluken Yigezu, Sewmehon Amsalu Adugna, Vanisha S. Nambiar, Abdu Oumer

“…Methods A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted among randomly selected 388 clinically suspected adults for liver disease visiting a public hospital in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia. …”
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Nisin A-producing Lactococcus cremoris formulations for pre- and post-milking teat disinfection modulate the bovine milk microbiota by Alessandra Gazzola, Camilla Ceccarani, Bianca Castiglioni, Filippo Biscarini, Stefano Morandi, Tiziana Silvetti, Renata Piccinini, Milena Brasca, Paola Cremonesi

“…This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the use of pre- and post-dipping formulations containing the fermented broth of Nisin A-producing Lactococcus cremoris FT27 strain (treated group, TR) on the abundance and biodiversity of milk microbiota as compared to iodine-based commercial disinfectants (control group, CTR) during a three-month trial. The experiment was conducted on 20 dairy cows, divided into two groups (CTR and TR) of 10 lactating cows each. …”
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ApoB/ApoA-Ι is associated with major cardiovascular events and readmission risk of patients after percutaneous coronary intervention in one year by Jie Zhang, Mengyu Liu, Ju Gao, Xiaowen Tian, Yaru Song, Haibei Zhang, Peng Zhao

“…Subgroup analyses were conducted to explore the occurrence of MACEs and readmission. …”
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Association between Helicobacter pylori infection, serum thyroid-stimulating hormone, and thyroxine in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 1999–2000 by Ting Lu, Shunshun Lu, Jieqiong Lin, Xiaona Shao, Dahua Chen, Jianwei Shen

“…In addition, subgroup analyses stratified by sex and age were conducted.ResultsSubjects with H. pylori seropositivity demonstrated lower serum TSH levels and higher serum T4 levels compared to those with H. pylori seronegativity. …”
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Perbandingan Algoritme Machine Learning untuk Memprediksi Pengambil Matakuliah by Fitra A. Bachtiar, Indra K. Syahputra, Satrio A. Wicaksono

“…Abstract At the beginning of each semester, the academic section conducts scheduling and determining the courses offered for the next semester. …”
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Analysis of the correlation between the dose exposure intensity and apatinib in advanced gastric cancer: a retrospective cohort study by Xiao Ma, Xiao Ma, Lan Gao, Siying Che, Chaofeng Tao

“…This study amid to evaluate the correlation between dose exposure intensity and efficacy and safety of apatinib in the treatment of advanced gastric cancer.MethodsWe conducted an observational, retrospective cohort study of patients with advanced gastric cancer who received apatinib targeted therapy in Beijing Friendship Hospital affiliated to Capital Medical University between June 1, 2018, and June 30, 2021. …”
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Associations between cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome and disability in activities of daily living: a nationwide longitudinal study among the middle-aged and older adults i... by Junfeng Zhang, Huijie Huang, Zhan Lin, Jingran Dong, Xiaoyan Zhang, Jing Gao, Jing Gao, Yin Liu, Yin Liu, Changping Li, Zhuang Cui

“…We examined the association between CKM syndrome and ADLs disability among middle-aged and older adults in China and whether it varied by age and socioeconomic status.MethodsParticipants were from China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS), which conducted four waves of surveys from 2011 to 2018. …”
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SETTING PERILAKU ADAPTASI PADA SEKOLAH PASCA PANDEMI DI KOTA PONTIANAK by Muhammad Nurhamsyah Nurhamsyah, Lestari, Syaiful Muazir, Rudiyono, M. Ridha Alhamdani

“…In this regard, the purpose of this research is to see what changes have occurred (design and regulations) and the process of human adaptation to these changes. This research was conducted on 4 objects, namely SD 14 Pontianak Kota Subdistrict, SD 56 West Pontianak Subdistrict, SMP 2 South Pontianak Subdistrict, and SMP 10 South Pontianak Subdistrict. …”
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