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Termografía Infrarroja como técnica alternativa para la detección de Mastitis Subclínica Bovina en la parroquia Cumbe

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2024) Vega Cárdenas, Lisseth Estefanía; Cuenca Condoy, Mercy del Cisne; 0105757512

The study aimed to validate the use of infrared thermography (IRT) as a diagnostic technique for subclinical bovine mastitis (SBM). A total of 250 Holstein Friesian and crossbred female bovines were evaluated from the first to sixth calving, between 30 and 150 days of lactation, managed under a semi-intensive system in the Cumbe parish, Cuenca-Ecuador. Initially, SBM was detected using infrared thermography, with predefined temperature ranges for healthy and diseased quarters. These thermal ranges were validated through the California Mastitis Test (CMT) field test. From the positive mammary quarters for CMT and IRT, milk samples were collected in 10 ml falcon tubes for somatic cell count (SCC) using Ekomilk Scan. The evaluated variables included Sensitivity, Specificity, Positive Predictive Value (PPV), Negative Predictive Value (NPV), Validity Index, Youden Index, Positive and Negative Likelihood Ratio. The results showed a prevalence of SBM of 28.8% and 16.5% at cow and mammary quarter levels, respectively. Regarding the variables studied, Sensitivity, Specificity, Positive Predictive Value (PPV), Negative Predictive Value (NPV), Accuracy, Youden's Index, Positive Likelihood Ratio, and Negative Likelihood Ratio were determined as 99.46%, 92.19%, 97.60%, 97.37%, 98.33%, 0.92%, 12.73%, and 0.01%, respectively. No positive correlation was found between temperature and environmental humidity with the thermal values of IRT. It is concluded that Infrared Thermography could be implemented as a promising technique for SBM detection. Keywords. Bovine mastitis; infrared thermography; diagnostic technique

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Conocimiento sobre Clave Obstétrica Roja y Azul en Internos Rotativos del Hospital de especialidades José Carrasco Arteaga, Cuenca-Ecuador. 2024

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2024) Culcay Córdova, Iván Santiago; Vargas Loayza, Verónica Nicole; Muñoz Arteaga, María Verónica; 0107589863; 0107475816; Muñoz Arteaga

Antecedents: Obstetric codes were created to support health staff in being better prepared when attending obstetric emergencies since they help facilitate communication and coordinated efforts to prevent maternal death. In Ecuador, the estimated number of women who die from obstetric causes is 150 per year, and among these causes is obstetric hemorrhage. The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified maternal care as a public health priority. Therefore, it is recommended to create prevention, management, and control programs to reduce maternal deaths. However, after a literature review, it was shown that the interns’ knowledge level was average. Consequently, it is considered necessary to perform this test in Ecuador. Objective: To determine the knowledge about the Red and Blue Obstetric Code among Rotating Interns at the “José Carrasco Arteaga” Specialty Hospital, Cuenca-Ecuador, in 2024. Methodology: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted with 80 rotating interns of the “José Carrasco Arteaga” Specialty Hospital who have already rotated or are rotating in the gynecology and obstetrics area. The study used a validated test by the author Gomez Y (36). Results: The rotating interns at the “José Carrasco Arteaga” Specialty Hospital demonstrated an average level of knowledge in the three universities surveyed. The University of Cuenca had the highest average knowledge level with a frequency of 17 participants representing 25.8%, followed by the Catholic University of Cuenca with a frequency of 13 participants representing 19.7%, and finally the University of Azuay with a frequency of 12 participants representing 18.2%. The Catholic University of Cuenca had the highest frequency among the rotating interns surveyed, with 42 participants representing 63.6 %. Conclusions: The study determined that in 2024, most rotating medicine interns at the “José Carrasco Arteaga” Specialty Hospital in Cuenca, Ecuador, presented an average level of knowledge regarding the Red and Blue Obstetric Codes, representing a 63.6%.

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Autonomía femenina y despenalización del aborto: Un enfoque a la protección integral de los derechos reproductivos de la mujer en Ecuador.

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2024) Calle Larrea, Manuel Josué; Moncayo Pesántez, Víctor Andres; Rojas Valdivieso, María Caridad; 0302114301; 0350141701

The study analyzed the importance of safeguarding women's reproductive rights and respecting their authority and disposition over their bodies within the context of the decriminalization of abortion in Ecuador. A specialized national and international literature review was conducted. A qualitative approach, inductive-deductive, dogmatic-legal, and comparative methods were used, together with bibliographic and literature review techniques. The findings showed the urgency of reforming Ecuadorian legislation concerning pregnancy termination, focusing on guaranteeing women's decision-making capacity over their bodies. Similarities and disparities between Ecuadorian and Spanish legislation were identified, underscoring the need for reforms to protect the reproductive rights of Ecuadorian women and proposing a reform of the current legislation to guarantee free and informed sexuality. Keywords: decriminalization, abortion, autonomy, legislation, law

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Participación activa de los padres en el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes de educación básica media

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2024) Mora Romero, Leslie Jazmin; Mejía Rodríguez, Israel Neptalí; 0350119319

The active participation of parents plays a determining role in their children's academic performance. Constant involvement in school life reinforces the values of responsibility, commitment, and motivation towards learning. Thus, the active involvement of parents not only strengthens the family bond and provides a supportive environment that favors the student's educational success. This research aims to analyze how parents' active participation influences the academic performance of middle school students. The methodology applied is a systematic literature review guided by the PRISMA method, detailing the selection and exclusion process of articles contributing to the research. The vocabulary was obtained from UNESCO and ERIC thesauruses, and a thorough search was conducted using the RAYYAN tool. The digital databases of the Catholic University of Cuenca, such as Web of Science, Scopus, Erick, and ProQuest, were used. Sixteen articles contributed to the study, which addresses the fact that the active participation of parents is one of the most influential factors in the academic performance of students and shows that this active participation is a fundamental element in ensuring academic success and reaching students' maximum potential in the fulfillment of their academic objectives. It is necessary to implement new strategies to promote parental involvement in their children's education and to prioritize considering contributions from other disciplines, understanding that the current practices of family-school relationships within the school appear to be exhausted. Keywords: family, school, participation, academic performance, strategies

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La inclusión cultural educativa con recursos tecnológicos y su impacto en el interaprendizaje de estudiantes de básica media

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2024) Pesantez Pesantez, Rosa Elizabeth; Castro Salazar, Ana Zulema; 0106279128

Currently, global education is undergoing a rapid transformation process driven by technology integration in the classroom. Technological resources provide learning opportunities and present challenges that educators must address. This study aims to analyze educational cultural inclusion through the adaptation of technological resources and its impact on middle school students' interlearning through a systematic literature review to strengthen the teaching-learning process. The methodology employed a systematic literature review using the PRISMA method; a flowchart facilitated an analysis of the entire process conducted via the RAYYAN tool for the selection of articles pertinent to the topic and the exclusion of ones unrelated. Vocabulary was obtained through the UNESCO and ERIC thesaurus. A comprehensive search was conducted by accessing the Catholic University of Cuenca databases, such as Scopus, Web of Science, SciELO, and ProQuest. Out of this process, 14 articles provided comprehensive information for this study. The chosen papers were from 2017 to 2023 in English and Spanish. Continuous teacher training underscores that the use of technology and ensuring that all students have access to devices and a quality internet connection are crucial elements for maximizing the positive impact of these resources. Keywords: inclusion, interlearning, technology, students

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The use of short to improve english proficiency in sixth graders

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca, 2024) Astudillo Tapia , Byron Teodoro; Argudo Serrano, Juanita

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The impact of classical education techniques, drilling and teacher-led discovery, on speaking accuracy in 8th- grade students

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca, 2024) Yela Veliz , María Belen; Carrión Espinosa, Angel

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Effects of audiovisuals on A2 english speaking skills: analysis at Andres F. Cordova School Students

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca, 2024) Paguay Muñoz , Blanca Marlene; Naranjo Andrade, Shalena

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Etiología, Diagnóstico y Tratamiento de la resistencia a la insulina. Revisión Sistemática

(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2024) Coronel González, Carla Raquel; Calle Gutiérrez, María Silvana; 0302120050

Background: Insulin resistance is a condition that causes an increase in blood glucose levels. Insulin was discovered in 1920 and is responsible for regulating serum glucose levels. Objective: To describe insulin resistance and explore its etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment through a systematic review of scientific studies published in the last five years. Methodology: A qualitative, descriptive, and inductive research approach was conducted, complying with the characteristics of clinical trials, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, observational, descriptive, cross-sectional, retrospective, longitudinal, and intervention studies in Spanish and English. Data were sourced from digital databases such as PubMed, Cochrane, LILACS, and SciELO. Study selection, main findings extraction, and bias assessment were performed based on the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Results: Twenty-five studies were included that met the criteria for analyzing the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of insulin resistance. Conclusions: Unhealthy habits and lifestyles represent 56% of the etiology; the most used diagnostic method is fasting glucose, with 32% due to its easy accessibility. Non-pharmacological measures are promoted for treatment in 68% of cases, indicating a high degree of alignment with current practices. Keywords: insulin resistance, etiology, diagnosis and treatment