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The Islamic Religion and Cultural Diversity in Contemporary Russia
Marya S. Rozanova,Akhmet A. Yarlykapov 숙명여자대학교 아시아여성연구원 2014 OMNES: The Journal of Multicultural Society Vol.5 No.1
The article largely based on field research presents an analysis of the branches of Islam in contemporary Russia (North Caucasus region) and its influence on ethnically diverse society (on the example of Republic of Dagestan). In this context authors examine complexity of ethnic composition and the role of ethnicity, focusing in particular on identity changes in the Republic of Dagestan. Authors describe general global trends as well as regional features (“local forms of Islam”) of the Islamic religion, which partly confirm and partly refute the perception that the “Islamic factor” plays a role in the development of culturally diverse society. Particular attention is paid to radical forms of Islam.
Borjeson-Forssman-Lehmann Syndrome: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Challenges
Hameed Marya,Siddiqui Fatima,Sheikh Fahad Hassan,Khan Muhammad Khuzzaim,Admani Bushra,Gangishetti Prasanna Kumar 대한뇌신경재활학회 2023 뇌신경재활 Vol.16 No.3
Borjeson-Forssman-Lehmann syndrome (BFLS) is an X-linked recessive disorder resulting from mutations in the PHF6 gene. The syndrome is characterized by short stature, obesity, hypogonadism, hypotonia, intellectual disability, distinctive facial features, fleshy ears, and finger and toe abnormalities. However, the diagnostic challenge in identifying BFLS remains a topic of interest. In this case report, we present the clinical characteristics of a proband with BFLS, highlighting the additional features of hypotonia, intellectual disability, and distinctive facial features. While no definitive treatment exists for BFLS, patients benefit from specialized education and ongoing supervision from early childhood through adulthood. Symptomatic treatment, including close follow-up, may be necessary for complications such as seizures and hearing problems. Mastectomy or testosterone replacement therapy may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Genetic counseling for X-linkage should be offered to affected families.
Hameed Marya,Siddiqui Fatima,Khan Muhammad Khuzzaim,Tadisetty Sindhura,Gangishetti Prasanna Kumar 대한뇌신경재활학회 2023 뇌신경재활 Vol.16 No.3
Pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration (PKAN) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by progressive motor symptoms, such as dystonia and spasticity. Classical PKAN is the most common subtype of neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation (NBIA). Currently, there is no established treatment for PKAN. However, baclofen and botulinum toxin have been reported to improve motor symptoms and ease care in these patients. Additionally, Deferiprone is a well-tolerated iron chelator that has been shown to be effective in reducing brain iron accumulation. In this case report, we present the case of a seven-year-old boy who presented to our ward with spastic gait and extrapyramidal signs. Brain magnetic resonance imaging was performed, which showed features of neurodegeneration secondary to brain iron accumulation with a specific appearance of the eye-of-the-tiger sign. Genetic testing was positive for a homozygous mutation in PANK2, and the diagnosis of early-stage classical PKAN was made. This case report highlights the potent efficacy of baclofen, botulinum toxin, and deferiprone in slowing down the disease progression at an early stage and improving the severity of symptoms.
Lewis Daniel,Marya Shivan,Carrasco Roberto,Sabou Silviu,Leach John 대한척추외과학회 2023 Asian Spine Journal Vol.17 No.5
Study Design: Retrospective single-center study.Purpose: This study aims to evaluate perioperative and intermediate-term clinical outcomes of patients undergoing different lumbar fusion techniques.Overview of Literature: Various open and minimally invasive techniques for lumbar fusion are available, but previous studies comparing lumbar fusion techniques have heterogeneous data, making interpretation challenging.Methods: Between 2011 and 2018, data from 447 consecutive patients undergoing one/two-level lumbar fusion were analyzed. Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF) with bilateral muscle strip or Wiltse approach, open transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) and minimally invasive TLIF, and posterolateral fusion only were among the surgical techniques used. Core outcomes measure index (COMI) questionnaires were distributed before surgery and at 3 months, 1 year, and 2 years postoperatively to establish patient selfreported outcome measures. Demographic data (age, gender, and body mass index [BMI]) for each patient were also collected in addition to surgical indication, previous operative history, perioperative outcomes, and complications, and whether later revision surgery was required. Pearson’s chi-square test, Kruskal-Wallis test, repeated measure mixed-effects models, and ordinal logistic regression were used for statistical analysis.Results: Postoperative COMI scores improved across all procedures compared with pre-surgery (<i>p</i><0.001). There was no significant difference between different postoperative COMI scores. Significant predictors of higher postoperative COMI score included higher pretreatment COMI score (<i>p</i>≤0.001), previous surgery (<i>p</i>≤0.04), younger age (<i>p</i>≤0.05), higher BMI (<i>p</i>≤0.005), and the indications of lytic spondylolisthesis (<i>p</i>=0.02) and degenerative disc disease (<i>p</i><0.001). Patients undergoing minimally invasive TLIF had a significantly shorter post-surgery stay than patients undergoing open PLIF (Kruskal-Wallis test, <i>p</i>=0.03).Conclusions: At 2 years postoperatively, there was no significant difference in clinical outcomes between open and minimally invasive techniques. These findings suggest that the main determinant of surgical approach should be surgeon preference and training.
Arora, Dimple,Marya, Charu Mohan,Menon, Ipseeta,Oberoi, Sukhvinder Singh,Dhingra, Chandan,Anand, Richa Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention 2015 Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention Vol.16 No.1
Background: The work force in industries are at risk of developing unduly high rates of health and behaviour related problems including abuse of alcohol, betel nut and cigarette (alcohol, betel nut and cigarette consumption). This study describes the relationships between alcohol, betel nut and cigarette consumption and health promoting behaviour among industrial workers. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional survey was conducted on workers in various industries of Ghaziabad city with concerned authority permission. A sample size of 732 workers was calculated based on pilot study. Through Simple random sampling 732 workers in 20 to 50 years age group with informed consent were interviewed through structured, pretested, validated questionnaire in vernacular language by one calibrated investigator. Data on socio demography, alcohol, betel nut and cigarette consumption pattern and health behaviour were collected. The association between health promoting behaviour and alcohol, betel nut and cigarette consumption was analysed by Logistic regression and Chi-square test through SPSS 16 at p<0.05 and 95%CI as significant. Results: Total prevalence of alcohol, betel nut and cigarette consumption in study population was 88%. The prevalence of individual alcohol, betel nut and cigarette consumption were 82%, 68% and 79% respectively. Combined alcohol, betel nut and cigarette prevalence in study population was 58%. Alcohol and cigarette users were significantly higher (p<0.001) in 30 to 40 years age group with lower level of education having poor attitude towards health promoting behaviour, poor oral hygiene practices and rare indulgence in regular physical exercise. Conclusions: This study stimulate further research on exploring methods to prevent initiation of health risk behaviour and promote healthy behaviour with cessation help for the current alcohol, betel nut and cigarette users.
Valeriy A. Achkasov,Marya S. Rozanova 숙명여자대학교 아시아여성연구원 2013 OMNES: The Journal of Multicultural Society Vol.4 No.1
All around the globe metropolitan cities are becoming truly multiethnic and multicultural. In this paper, St. Petersburg is explored as a case study of a city that adjusts to new massive migration inflows in the course of rapid transformation from the Soviet “closed” city to the inclusive global city. This transformation is accompanied by increasing intolerance of ethnic, racial, religious, and cultural differences. Recognizing these challenges, the St. Petersburg government launched the Tolerance-1 (2006-2010) and Tolerance-2 (2011-2015) Programs. The objective of this effort was to establish tolerance as the city’s core value – its distinguishing feature – as well as a supra-ethnic identity among increasingly diverse inhabitants. Also, the paper examines the challenges of the migrant’s integration into the forming multicultural society of St. Petersburg, focusing in particular on cultural and instrumental integration of migrants.
Sonal Dhingra,C M Marya,Avinash J,Puneet Gupta,Ruchi Nagpal,Nidhi Pruthi 대한예방치과학회 2012 International Journal of Clinical Preventive Denti Vol.8 No.2
Objective: To determine the prevalence, associated risk factors and unmet treatment needs of trauma to permanent anterior teeth in 12 to 15 year old school going children in urban and rural areas of Faridabad, Haryana. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out through clinical examination of the upper and lower permanent anterior teeth. Type III examination of 1,090 school children (rural=525, urban=565) was done. Dental trauma was classified according to Ellis and Davey (1960) criteria on a prepared examination form. Results: The prevalence of trauma was observed as 24% and 20.9% in rural and urban schoolchildren respectively; more prevalent in boys. The most common type of injury was the ‘enamel only’ fracture; falls and fights being the main cause of trauma; affecting the maxillary central incisor the most. A high level of untreated traumatized teeth observed in rural and urban schoolchildren was 96.8% and 81.4% respectively. Conclusion: The high prevalence and unmet treatment needs of dental trauma clearly illustrates importance of recognizing anterior tooth trauma as major dental public health problem.