Evaluation Of The Practice Of Community Pharmacists In Amaran City In Yemen To Community Pharmacy Profession During The Coronavirus Pandemic (Covid-19) – A Field Study, Mohammed Qatinah, Abdulaziz Saran, Yasser Al-Salaway, Rasha Hobish, Munif Shaalan

Journal of the Arab American University مجلة الجامعة العربية الامريكية للبحوث

The study aimed to assess the practice of community pharmacists in Amran City of the profession of community pharmacy during the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). The study used the descriptive approach, using a questionnaire that was distributed in October 2020, to a sample of (91) community pharmacists working in pharmacies in Amran City. The results of the study showed that the mean of the responses of the sample members about practicing the profession of community pharmacy amounted to (4.1262) with a standard deviation of (0.306) which is high, the mean of the axis of the precautionary measures reached (3.9135) with a …

The Impact Of The Adoption Of Cloud Computing On Improving The Efficiency Of Accounting Information Systems During The Covid-19 Pandemic (A Field Study On The Service Companies Listed On The Palestine Stock Exchange), Abd El Rahman Rashwan, Etidal Alhelo

Journal of the Arab American University مجلة الجامعة العربية الامريكية للبحوث

This study mainly aimed to know the effect of using cloud computing on improving the efficiency of the performance of accounting information systems in the service companies listed on the Palestine Stock Exchange during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To achieve the objective of the study, the researchers adopted the descriptive analytical method, and the questionnaire tool to collect data from its sources, analyze it through the SPSS program, and extract the results.

The results of the study showed that cloud computing had an impact on improving the efficiency of accounting information systems, their safety and reliability in addition to achieving the …

Effect Of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise On Anxiety Among Nursing Students Before Psychiatric And Mental Clinical Training, Ahmad Ayed

Journal of the Arab American University مجلة الجامعة العربية الامريكية للبحوث

Introduction: Psychiatric and mental clinical experiences offer valuable training for nurses. High-quality health care necessitates nurses having the necessary abilities, knowledge, and attitudes to care for people suffering from mental illness or distress. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercise on anxiety among nursing students in psychiatric and mental health nursing clinical training.

Methods: A controlled -experimental, pre-post study was conducted in the fall semester of 2020 in the Faculty of Nursing, Arab American University in Palestine. The sample of the study consisted of 60 nursing students enrolled in the Psychiatric …

Knowledge About Hepatitis B Among Nurses In The Governmental Healthcare Sector In Southern West Bank, Palestine, Mohammed Qaisiya, Duaa Duaa, Wafa Abu Siba, Haneen Nur Haneen Nur, Yousef Adal Najjar

Hebron University Research Journal-A (Natural Sciences) - (مجلة جامعة الخليل للبحوث- أ (العلوم الطبيعيه

Health care workers (HCWs) represent a high-risk population for hepatitis infection. The study aimed to assess the level of knowledge of nurses regarding hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. A cross-sectional study was conducted from September 2020 to November 2020. A total of 300 nurses were included in the study. Data were collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire, and analyzed by using SPSS (22). The results revealed that the mean knowledge score among nurses was 62.55% of the information tested in our questionnaire. Most of the correct answers were in the nature section (78.4%), while answers were poor on vaccination (46.9%). …

Assessing Mothers’ Perception Of Maternal Health Services In Rural Areas Of Yatta, Hebron: A Pilot Study From Palestine, Hussien Jabbarien Jabbarien, Inad Nawajah, Mohannad Jazzar

Hebron University Research Journal-A (Natural Sciences) - (مجلة جامعة الخليل للبحوث- أ (العلوم الطبيعيه

Access to high-quality care during pregnancy and childbirth is a challenge for women living in Al-Masafer of Yatta and Bedouin areas, considered C areas under Israeli administrative & security supremacy. Realizing clients' perception and satisfaction with the quality of maternal healthcare services will enable maternal health decision-makers & providers to assess the impact of their services on the clients' demands and perceptions. This study aims to measure women's perception of maternal health services provided in Al- Masafer of Yatta and Bedouin areas. A cross-sectional descriptive quantitative study of 59 women, selected purposefully from Al-Masafer of Yatta and the Bedouin areas, …

Therapeutic Management Of A Case Of Chronic Myofacial Pain, Anissa Abdelkoui, Jihane Elaoud, Ahmed Abdedine, Nadia Merzouk

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Myofacial pain is a common form of temporomandibular disorders. It is manifested by a sensory, motor and autonomous symptoms caused by trigger points. These pains can significantly affect patients’ quality of life, when they persist. Several etiological factors have been implicated in the genesis of the myofacial pain: muscle overload, emotional tension, harmful postural habits, fatigue, and hypovitaminosis... The diagnosis of myofacial pain is based on a pertinent history and clinical examination. Several therapeutic options alone or in combination have proven their effectiveness. This article aims, through a clinical case, to focus on myofacial pain, possible therapeutics, by focusing on …

Oral Health Of Completely Edentulous Patients During The Covid-19 Pandemic And Its Impact On Their Nutritional Status: A Pilot Study, Hayat Jaber, Elissa Haddad, Carole Abi Ghosn Yared, Jihad Fakhouri, Nada El Osta

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

The COVID-19 pandemic, declared by the WHO on May 2020, has forced governments around the world to adapt several restrictive measures causing difficulties of access to oral healthcare. In Lebanon, a lack of data on these difficulties and their consequences for completely edentulous people prompted the realization of a pilot study evaluating the impact of this pandemic on access to oral healthcare and on the oral health status, oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), and nutritional status of these individuals. The study was conducted at the Removable Prosthodontics Department of the Faculty of Dentistry at Saint-Joseph University of Beirut through …

Factors Influencing The Decision To Initiate Orthodontic Treatment And The Choice Of Appliance Type In A Lebanese Sample During The Covid-19 Pandemic And The Economic Crisis. A Cross-Sectional Study., Liliane Alameh, Elie Khoury, Elie Amm

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Background: The spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has led to a major public health issue. This study aimed to assess the factors that influence the Lebanese people in undergoing an orthodontic treatment after the outbreak of COVID-19, as well as the factors that influence their choice of orthodontic appliance type. Methods: 489 Lebanese participants (199 men and 290 women) were invited to fill a questionnaire developed on Google Forms. Eligible participants were simply Lebanese people including those who immigrated during the crisis. Dentists, dental students and foreigners were excluded from the study. The link for the questionnaire was sent …

Prosthetic Management Of Interruptive Mandibular Defects, Saloua Hamzaoui, Mohamed Azhari, Hasnaa Rokhssi, Majid Sakout, Oussama Bentahar

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Mandibular substance loss is one of the most frequent acquired defects of the maxillofacial mass. Several etiologies have been described, the most frequent of which are tumours and traumas. The most commonly used prosthetic classification takes into consideration the bone continuity of the mandible, thus there are marginal defect mandibular substance preserving bone continuity and segmental defect with basal bone discontinuity. These bone defects lead to numerous functional complications (loss the dental occlusion, decreased chewing efficiency, lack of stalling during swallowing, phonatory disorder related to the change in the buccal resonance cavity) and aesthetic complications (facial asymmetry due to lateral …

Effect Of Impression Techniques On Soft Tissue Vertical Displacement In Removable Partial Denture. A Pilot Study, Christine Hanna, Nada El Osta, Jihad Fakhouri

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the vertical displacement of soft tissue during different impression procedures using various spacing of the custom tray, and to determine which impression technique would allow the minimal movement. Material and Methods: 21 partially edentulous subjects were selected and enrolled in the study. Each one of them was subjected to four different impression procedures: three alginate impressions with different spacing of the custom tray and one composed with different impression materials, then casts were constructed. Light-curing acrylic occlusal platform was constructed on the primary model and perforated in 10 different points. …

Outcome And Mortality Of Hospitalized Children With Severe Acute Malnutrition At Aden, Yemen, Mazin A. Jawass, Randa N. Alwaal

Hadhramout University Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences

Severe acute malnutrition (SAM) is considered a common cause of morbidity and mortality among children in low- and middle-income countries, being responsible for 45% of deaths among under-five children. The aim of the study was to determine the outcome and mortality of severe acute malnutrition among hospitalized children in Aden, Yemen. This is a descriptive, retrospective study. The studied population includes hospitalized children of both sexes with SAM admitted to the nutritional unit of Al-Sadaka General Teaching Hospital/Aden during the period from January 1st to December 31st 2021. Of a total of 537 under 5 years, males constitute 53.4% over …

Determinants And Knowledge Of Iron Deficiency Anemia And Its Impact Among Pregnant Women Attending University Hospital In Mukalla, Yemen, Asrar Saleh Sayad, Maher Khaled Alsakkaf, Muneer Khamis Aljaaide, Lotfi Saeed Bin Dahman

Hadhramout University Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences

The prevalence of anemia among pregnant women, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), is still higher than 51% in developing countries, and the most common cause is iron deficiency, which has adverse effects on maternal and child health. The purpose of this study is to determine the knowledge and attitude of pregnant women attending the University Hospital in Mukalla regarding iron deficiency anemia and its impact. A cross sectional descriptive study was conducted on 320 Yemeni pregnant women from January 1, 2021, to June 30, 2021. Data was collected by a predesigned self-administered questionnaire in the antenatal clinic at …

Assessment Of Knowledge Of Pharmacies And Drug Stores Workers Toward Dengue And Its Management At Al-Mukalla District – Hadhramout-Yemen, Haddad Salim Alhebshi, Noman Ahmed Al-Hatemi, Omar Abdullah Bamaga

Hadhramout University Journal of Natural & Applied Sciences

Dengue fever (DF) is a mosquito borne disease that has spread rapidly in Al-Mukalla city in the last ten years, so a necessary requirement is to analyze the knowledge of healthcare providers, including pharmacists, toward dengue management and control in the country. This paper aims to assess the knowledge of pharmacies and drug store workers toward dengue management at Al-Mukalla district. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 384 pharmacies and drug store workers in Al-Mukalla district in 2020. A random sampling method was used to select the pharmacies and drug stores and data was collected by using pretest questionnaires. …

Profession Related Intra-Correlation Satisfaction Levels In Palestinian Physiotherapists: An Exploratory Study, Yousef Al Hamdan, Mosab Amoudi, Wael Abuhassan

Journal of the Arab American University مجلة الجامعة العربية الامريكية للبحوث

Aim of Study: The aim of the present study was to investigate the level of job satisfaction of physiotherapists in Palestine and to how much extent those levels are intra-correlated.

Methods: Researchers used the cross-sectional descriptive analytical approach, where data was collected through a questionnaire. The target population was physiotherapists in Palestine. A sample of 60 physiotherapists was conveniently selected. Program of SPSS was used to analyze data, where means were extracted, in addition to percentages and standard deviations to answer study questions.

Results: The research results showed that the overall mean of the sample responses on …

Evaluation Of Colour Reproduction Of Cad/Cam Lithuim-Disilicate Veneers Of Different Thicknesses And Translucency, Sahar H. Fikry, Tarek Salah Morsi, Mennatallah M. Wahba, Amr El-Etreby

Future Dental Journal

Background: With the increasing patients’ demand for a perfect smile, the call for highly aesthetic and yet minimally invasive veneers has surmounted. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the colour of CAD/CAM lithium disilicate veneers fabricated in different thicknesses and different translucencies of the lithium disilicate blocks. Materials and Methods: Forty discs of lithium disilicate glass-ceramic (IPS e.max CAD) of shade A1 of both high and low translucency (HT, LT) were tested for their colour reproduction. HT and low LT blocks were cut in the form of plates of dimensions (12 x 14 mm) and of different …

Effect Of Abutments Design On Wear Of Locator Attachments In Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture., Mahmoud Saleh Fayed, Medhat Sameh Abdelaziz, Hossam I. Nassar

Future Dental Journal

Purpose: The aim of this study is to compare the effect of abutments design on wear behavior of Locator attachments in implant-retained mandibular overdenture. Materials and Methods: Two epoxy models representing an edentulous mandible were used, two implants were placed in each model. Twenty-four locator attachments were used (twelve in each study group). Cycles of Insertion and removal were performed using a universal testing machine resembling 3 years of clinical use, then each abutment was scanned by scanning electron microscope (SEM) before and after insertion and removal cycles. Data were compared qualitatively using a specialized computer software Results: There was …

Effect Of Various Sintering Protocols On The Translucency Of Highly Translucent Cubic Zirconia, Kerolos Salah Mehany, Ashraf Hussein Sherif, Shereen Ahmed Nossair, Mona Hossam El-Din Mandour

Future Dental Journal

Aim of the study: This study was carried out to evaluate the effect of various sintering protocols on the translucency of highly translucent cubic zirconia. Materials and methods: A total of forty discs of two types of zirconia ceramics were used in this study. The specimens were divided into two main groups according to the type of zirconia; Group 1 (n=20): Cubic zirconia (DD Cube X2 98color) and Group 2 (n=20): Tetragonal zirconia (BioZX2color). Each group was subdivided into two subgroups, where 10 discs were per subgroup according to the sintering protocol. Cubic and tetragonal zirconia blanks of dimensions (98 …

Management Of Post Covid 19 Mucormycosis With Osteomyelitis In The Maxilla, New Combined Consequences Of The Pandemic. (Case Report)., Hussein El Charkawi Proffesor, Omar A. El Sharkawy

Future Dental Journal

ABSTRACT:

Aim: This case report aims to demonstrate among health providers the importance of timely surgical and prosthetic management procedures of patients who suffered from the newly combined clinical entity of post COVID 19 mucormycosis and osteomyelitis of the palate. Materials and methods: Elaborate advanced diagnosis of the patients including CBCT, MRI, CT, Pathology examination, 3Ds printing reconstruction of the whole skull and digital design of reconstructive mesh that support the prosthesis were carried out. The patients undergone modified infrastructure maxillectomy and immediate prosthetic obturation of the palatal defect that was replaced later by a delayed obturator. Results: Surgical eradication …

Comparison Between Two Different Attachment Caps Used In Locator Attachments Of Implant Supported Overdentures (In-Vitro Study), Hossam Eldein Faisal Haridy, Hebatalla Mahmoud El Afandy, Mohammed Farouk Abdalla, Ahmed Mohammed Osama

Future Dental Journal

Purpose: To compare different retentive cap material used in LOCATOR attachments, namely the nylon retentive cap versus PEEK retentive caps, and measure the loss of retention over a period of two years, through 2880 cycles of insertion and removal. Materials and methods: Two implants 3.8mm x 10.5mm were inserted into a clear epoxy resin cast, through a surgical guide, with the implants being 23mm apart. Two LOCATOR attachments with 5 mm gingival height were screwed to the implants, custom made nylon caps were fabricated as an exact replica of the PEEK retentive caps, then two dentures were constructed …

Effect Of Two Different Forms Of Smoking On Periodontium : A Retrospective Study, Mohammed Wagdy Bissar

Future Dental Journal

Aim of the study: Is to compare the effects of smoking T-cigs and vaping E-cigs on clinical periodontal parameters in patients.Materials and Methods: It consisted of a clinical examination of a total of 60 individuals aged between 29 and 39 years. They responded to a questionnaire about their smoking history, and they were divided into 2 groups as E-cig vapers and T-cig smokers. Full-mouth plaque index (PI),bleeding on probing (BOP),clinical attachment loss (AL),and probing depth (PD) were measured at six sites per tooth on all maxillary and mandibular teeth except third molars. Results: T-cigarette had significantly higher probing depth, …

Assessment Of Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation Among A Group Of Egyptian Dentists (Observational Cross-Sectional Study), Mohamed Salah Shalaby, Osama Ibrahim El-Shahawy Professor Dr, Eman Alaa, Manal Ahmed Mofied El-Shiekh

Future Dental Journal

Abstract:

Introduction: Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation (MIH) is one of qualitative DED. MIH is increasing dramatically in the new generations, which is considered to be challenging for the majority of dentists. MIH was found to be prevalent in 14.2% of the world's population, with the high incidence 18% in South America and the least (10.9%) in Africa. This study was carried out to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of graduated Egyptian dentists' group regarding MIH condition and compare the outcome information among different dental specialists.

Material and methods: A google based questionnaire based on previously validated published papers distributed electronically …

Evaluation Of Anchorage Loss Following Anterior Segment Retraction Using Friction Versus Frictionless Mechanics: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Dorra Izzat Bakhit, Heba Mohamed Dehis, Yehia A. Moustafa, Fouad A. El Sharaby

Future Dental Journal

Objective: Evaluation of anchorage loss following anterior segment retraction (ASR) using friction versus frictionless mechanics when mini-screws are directly and indirectly loaded using Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Material and methods: Thirty females with bimaxillary protrusion were randomly allocated into two groups, friction and frictionless. In friction group, a hook was crimped on 0.017- by 0.025-inch stainless steel wire distal to the lateral incisor and elastomeric chain rendering 160 g/side extending between the hook and mini-screw implant to complete the ASR. In the frictionless group, canines were ligated to the mini-screws for indirect anchorage then ASR was done using closing …

Canine Retraction Rate And Angulation With 0.017”X0.025” Versus 0.016”X0.022” Stainless Steel Arch Wire With A Power Arm, Amr R. El-Beialy, Fouad A. El Sharaby, Hend S. Elsayed

Future Dental Journal

Background: The dimensions of the arch wire affect its stiffness and the play between the wire and bracket. Canine retraction over stiffer arch wires limits the degree of canine tipping. However, the greater the wire dimensions, the greater the resistance to sliding. Frictional resistance is known to delay tooth movement. Aim: The aim of this controlled clinical trial was to compare canine retraction rate and angulation with 0.017”X0.025” versus 0.016”X0.022” stainless steel arch wire with a power arm. Materials and Methods: Twenty-four Class II malocclusion patients (age 13.8± 2.6 years) participated in this study. The teeth were leveled and aligned. …

Assessment Of Maximal Incisal Opening Using Autogenous Inlay Eminoplasty Technique For Treatment Of Chronic Recurrent Temporo Mandibular Joint Dislocation, Mustafa Abdelkawy, Youssef Elmansi, Ahmed Shehab, Mohamed Mounir, Ragia Mounir

Future Dental Journal

Purpose: Different surgical protocols have been introduced for eminence augmentation for treatment of recurrent temporomandibular joint dislocation, The aim of this study is to assess maximal incisal opening (MIO) using inlay (sandwich osteotomy) autogenous block augmentation harvested from patient’s symphesis for more stable condylar movements . Methods: five patients were treated in this study (10 joints) with bilateral autogenous inlay block bone grafting technique, each autogenous cortico-cancellous bone block was harvested from chin and wedged at the created defect of the eminence through a green stick fracture to increase its height . Results: The follow up period …

Clinical Assessment Of Arthroscopic Temporomandibular Joint Discopexy Using Wire Fixation Technique, Abanoub Sliem, Ahmed Barakat, Sameh Mekhemer, Reem Hossameldin

Future Dental Journal

Introduction Anterior disc displacement is one of the most frequent temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, which often results in clicking, joint pain, a limited range of motion and masticatory difficulties.Methodology Four subjects (with a total number of six joints) who had significant pain and dysfunction that did not respond to non-surgical therapy, went into arthroscopic disc repositioning using wire fixation for 3 weeks then it was removed, and the patient continued on occlusal splints.Results After six months postoperatively, there was a significant increase in the MIO (Maximum incisal opening) and an insignificant decrease in the pain perception in the …

دور تطابق أو سوء تطابق الأسنان في التكيف الاجتماعي لدى طلبة الجامعة في الأردن. The Effect Of Occlusion And Malocclusion On Social Adaptation For Student's University In Jordan, قحطان أحمد الظاهر

Association of Arab Universities Journal for Education and Psychology

هدف البحث إلى معرفة تأثير تطابق أو سوء تطابق الأسنان في التكيف الاجتماعي. تكونت عينة البحث من (234) طالباً وطالبة من جامعة عمان الأهلية، (95) طالباً و(139) طالبة. اتصف (132) منهم بتطابق الأسنان و(102) منهم بسوء تطابق الأسنان.

تطلب البحث تطوير استبيان للتكيف الاجتماعي. طبق الاستبيان على العينة المذكورة بعد التحقق من صدقه وثباته. توصلت النتائج إلى وجود فروق ذات دلالة إحصائية في التكيف الاجتماعي ولصالح فئة تطابق الأسنان بينما لم تكن هناك فروق ذات دلالة إحصائية بين الذكور والإناث. كما أظهرت النتائج أن جميع أفراد العينة كانت متكيفة اجتماعية بدرجات مختلفة.

The study aimed at investigating the effect of …

Effect Of Thickness On Translucency And Masking Ability Of A Recently Developed Single-Shade Resin Composite With Enhanced Opacity: An In Vitro Comparative Study, Sayed Mohamed Ghorab, Hagag Abd Elkader Atya

Future Dental Journal

ABSTRACT

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of thickness changes on translucency and masking ability of a recently developed single shade resin composite material with enhanced opacity comparing it with a traditional opaque-shade one.

Material and methods: Two brands of composite resins; Omnichroma blocker (OCB) and G-aenial Anterior (GA) in opaque A2 (OA2) shade were selected to enroll the study. Color coordinates of each composite were determined at 0.5, 1, and 1.5 mm thicknesses (n=10/thickness) on four different backgrounds (white baking, black baking, C4 shade porcelain baking and the backing of material itself) by using a …

Influence Of Etching Methods On The Shear Bond Strength Of A Universal Adhesive System To Sound And Artificial Caries-Affected Dentin, Omnia M. Sami, Essam A. Naguib, Rasha H. Afifi, Shaymaa M. Nagi

Future Dental Journal

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This study tested the effect of different etching methods on the bond strength of a universal adhesive system to caries-affected (CAD)and sound dentin. Methods: forty premolars were wet grinded to expose flat occlusal midcoronal dentin. Specimens were equally divided according to the substrate; sound and (CAD) by exposing to pH-cycling for 14 days. Each dentin substrate was bonded with Single Bond^TM universal adhesive applied either after no etching or etching of dentin, then resin composite was built up. Specimens were tested for shear bond strength (SBS). The data was analyzed by two-ways ANOVA. Results: Single Bond^TM universal …

Retention Loss Of Locator Attachment System Different Retention Caps For Two Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture., Medhat Sameh Abdelaziz, Aya Fawzy, Rami Maher Ghali, Hossam I. Nassar

Future Dental Journal

Abstract

Purpose. The objective of this invitro study was to evaluate gradual loss of retention at different time intervals between four different colour coded retentive caps of locator R-TX attachment system through 3000 cycles resembling 3years of attachment usage.

Material and Methods. According to prosthetically driven implant placement, two implants were digitally planned and placed by 3D printed surgical stent in an epoxy model. Forty-eight mandibular complete dentures divided into four groups (12 dentures for each group) were constructed to compare Loss of retention between (12 pairs of locator R-TX each retention cap: zero retention, low retention, medium retention and …

Evaluation Of Strength Of Different Resin Materials Used In Overdenture, Mohamed Emam, Hesham E. Alam El Deen, Hamdy Abu El Fotoh, Ayman Fateen

Future Dental Journal

Introduction: Finding a suitable material that could be used to restore relatively small inter-arch spaces in which reasonable aesthetics as well as good functional strength could be achieved is a difficult process that requires good understanding of the clinical situation and precise management. Historically Metal used to offer the smallest possible thickness with excellent strength but lacks resiliency with poor aesthetics.

Aim of the study: This In-vitro study was conducted to compare two different aesthetic materials PEEK and ACETAL regarding their mechanical strength when used as Overdenture framework in a relatively small thickness.

Material and Methods: 120 specimens were …