Sacubitril/Valsartan for Blood Pressure Lowering in Non‐Dialysis‐Dependent Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3–5 Patients With Hypertension: A Multicenter Clinical Study by Yu Yan, Xiaomin Li, Juan Cao, Jingyuan Cao, Yao Wang, Liang Wang, Jirong Yu, Lianhua Chen, Min Yang, Xinzhong Huang, Lei Shen, Hong Ding, Manzhi Li, Di Yin, Linglin Jiang, Liang Tang, Yujia Jiang, Ling Hu, Jiyi Si, Hui Zhang, Liqin Cui, Xiameng Gu, Kun Hu, Dongxing Mu, Bicheng Liu, Xiaoliang Zhang, Dong Sun, Xin Wan, Bin Wang

“…This study was a multicenter retrospective analysis conducted from March 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024, involving adult patients with NDD‐CKD Stage 3–5 and hypertension, who received Sacubitril/Valsartan either as a monotherapy or in addition to current antihypertensive treatments that were insufficient. …”
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A retrospective analysis on maternal and neonatal outcomes in pSS/AITD pregnancies by Miaoguan Peng, Taizhen Luo, Xiaoshi Weng, Yanmei Dong, Yijuan Xie, Siqi Huang, Naifeng Liang, Shiyun Wen, Yaojie Zhai, Yingjun Xie, Yuyi Chen

“…A retrospective analysis was conducted on 115 pregnant patients diagnosed with pSS and delivering at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University from January 2009 to July 2023. …”
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Modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in sub-saharan Africa (2015–2023) by Beminate Lemma Seifu, Yohannes Mekuria Negussie, Angwach Abrham Asnake, Bezawit Melak Fente, Zufan Alamrie Asmare, Mamaru Melkam, Meklit Melaku Bezie, Alemayehu Kasu Gebrehana, Sintayehu Simie Tsega, Hiwot Atlaye Asebe

“…Therefore, identifying modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in Africa is crucial for developing evidence-based interventions and achieving these goals. Methods We conducted an analysis of the most recent Demographic and Health Surveys datasets from 21 Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) countries, which were carried out between 2015 and 2023. …”
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MicroRNAs Expression Profile in MN1-Altered Astroblastoma by Francesca Gianno, Evelina Miele, Claudia Sabato, Elisabetta Ferretti, Simone Minasi, Francesca Romana Buttarelli, Debora Salerno, Natalia Pediconi, Giuseppe Rubens Pascucci, Francesca Guerrieri, Andrea Ciolfi, Simone Pizzi, Maura Massimino, Veronica Biassoni, Elisabetta Schiavello, Marco Gessi, Sofia Asioli, Angela Mastronuzzi, Antonio d’Amati, Giuseppina Catanzaro, Elisabetta Viscardi, David Capper, Felice Giangaspero, Manila Antonelli

“…Finally, bioinformatics analysis was conducted to explore the biological processes (BPs) and target genes of differentially expressed miRNAs. …”
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Association between adult body shape index and serum levels of the anti-aging protein Klotho in adults: a population-based cross-sectional study of the NHANES from 2007 to 2016 by Li Gong, Jinghan Xu, Yiyang Zhuang, Liwei Zeng, Zhenfei Peng, Yuzhou Liu, Yinluan Huang, Yutian Chen, Fengyi Huang, Chunli Piao

“…Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the correlation between ABSI and serum Klotho levels in adults residing in the United States.MethodsA cross-sectional study of participants was conducted based on the 2007–2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. …”
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Developing a ceRNA-based lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA regulatory network to uncover roles in skeletal muscle development by Wang Wenlun, Wang Wenlun, Yu Chaohang, Huang Yan, Li Wenbin, Zhou Nanqing, Hu Qianmin, Wu Shengcai, Yuan Qing, Yu Shirui, Zhang Feng, Zhu Lingyun

“…The precise role of lncRNAs in skeletal muscle development and atrophy remain elusive. We conducted a bioinformatic analysis of 26 GEO datasets from mouse studies, encompassing embryonic development, postnatal growth, regeneration, cell proliferation, and differentiation, using R and relevant packages (limma et al.). …”
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A systematic review on the correlation between COVID-19 and lower urinary tract symptoms by Ashkan Shafigh, Amir Mohammadi-Garebagh, Kavous Shahsavarinia, Sona Tayebi, Ali Mostafaei, Hanieh Salehi-Pourmehr, Sakineh Hajebrahimi

“…We aimed to investigate the impact of the severity of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the lower urinary tract in patients affected by COVID-19. We conducted a comprehensive literature search using the terms ''COVID-19,'' ''SARS-CoV-2,'' and ''Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms'' with various combinations in MEDLINE, Scopus, ProQuest, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and Cochrane Library, including Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR) databases. …”
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Investigating the triple-frequency ultrasound-assisted fermented rice lees: Impact on physicochemical, structural, morphological, and metabolic properties by Mian Shamas Murtaza, Sanabil Yaqoob, Bismillah Mubeen, Aysha Sameen, Mian Anjum Murtaza, Abdur Rehman, Tawfiq Alsulami, Sameh A. Korma, Ibrahim Khalifa, Yong Kun Ma

“…Correlation and molecular docking research suggest that TFUT has different impacts on specific RL and fermented RL characteristics. The analyses conducted using GC–MS and E-nose indicated the generation of highly volatile flavor compounds through fermentation. …”
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Density functional theory calculation for understanding the roles of biochar in immobilizing exchangeable Al3 + and enhancing soil quality in acidic soils by Debo He, Xinyi Liu, Dongni Hu, Ping Lei, Jinbo Zhang, Zhixin Dong, Bo Zhu

“…Additionally, we employed density functional theory (DFT) calculations to elucidate the mechanisms underlying biochar's ability to immobilize exchangeable Al3+. Furthermore, we conducted 15N double-labeled incubation experiments to examine the impact of biochar on soil nitrogen (N) transformation in acidic conditions. …”
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The Impact of Training Intervention on Levels of Indicator Bacteria and Prevalence of Selected Pathogens in Raw Milk From Smallholder Women Dairy Farmers in Central Ethiopia by Achenef Melaku Beyene, Seleshe Nigatu, Juan C. Archila-Godinez, Kebede Amenu, Barbara Kowalcyk, Desalegne Degefaw, Binyam Mogess, Baye Gelaw, Mucheye Gizachew, Araya Mengistu, Ahmed G. Abdelhamid, James Barkley, Ahmed Yousef

“…This study assessed the impact of training interventions on the microbial quality and safety of milk, with a specific focus on smallholder dairy farms. The study was conducted from January to June 2022 in four locations in Central Ethiopia. …”
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Use of a wearable device to improve sleep quality by Susan L. Moore, Susan L. Moore, Evan P. Carey, Kristyna Finikiotis, Kelsey L. Ford, Richard D. Zane, Richard D. Zane, Katherine K. Green

“…Exploratory analysis through descriptive statistics was conducted for an additional 36 secondary outcomes.ResultsUse of the digital wellness device was associated with reduced SOL both objectively and subjectively. …”
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Identification of genetic mechanisms of non-isolated auditory neuropathy with various phenotypes in Chinese families by Yang Cao, Xiaolong Zhang, Lan Lan, Danyang Li, Jin Li, Linyi Xie, Fen Xiong, Lan Yu, Xiaonan Wu, Hongyang Wang, Qiuju Wang

“…Genes associated with non-isolated AN were summarized from prior reports, and functional enrichment analysis was conducted using Gene Ontology databases. Results A total of 11 variants linked to non-isolated AN were identified in this study, eight of which were novel. …”
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Workplace violence against healthcare professionals in a multiethnic area: a cross-sectional study in southwest China by Ying Wang, Qunhong Wu, Mingli Jiao, Kexin Jiang, Huiying Fang, Yameng Wang, Haonan Jia, Ruohui Chen, Lifeng Wei, Gangyu Zhang, Yuanheng Li, Jingqun Li, Xiaowen Jia, Omar Yacouba Ismael, Jingfu Mao

“…More research on WPV conducted in multiethnic areas is needed.…”
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Modeling of peatland fire risk early warning based on water dynamics by B. Kartiwa, . Maswar, A. Dariah, . Suratman, N.L. Nurida, N. Heryani, P. Rejekiningrum, H. Sosiawan, S.H. Adi, I. Lenin, S. Nurzakiah, Ch. Tafakresnanto

“…Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the relation between climate variability and water dynamics to develop a peatland fire early warning model.METHODS: This research was conducted in an oil palm plantation located in Pangkalan Pisang village, Koto Gasib subdistrict, Siak district, Riau province, Indonesia. …”
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Evaluation of sex-based differences in below-the-knee plaque histology in patients who underwent amputation for chronic limb-threatening ischemia by Fouzul Kansul, Deborah Vela, MD, Judit Csore, MD, Bright Benfor, MD, Sasha Suarez, MD, Anahita Dua, MD, MBA, MSC, Trisha L. Roy, MD, PhD

“…Histological analyses were conducted on each individual ring and later summarized by arterial segment. …”
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Does completion of radical hysterectomy improve oncological outcomes of women with clinical early-stage cervical cancer and intraoperative detection of nodal involvement?: protocol... by Hui Xu, Qing Liu, Yu Xu, Yi Du, Ai Zheng, Cui Hu, Ya Jia, Qianwen Zhang, Yue-Dong He, Shuang-Shuang Cui, Yong Tian, Lin Ran, Fengmei Ke

“…Methods and analysis This protocol is drafted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocols guidelines, and the proposed study will be conducted in accordance with the standard guidelines of ‘Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses’ and ‘Meta-analysis of Observational Studies in Epidemiology reporting guideline’. …”
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Finding the Intersection of Neuroplasticity, Stroke Recovery, and Learning: Scope and Contributions to Stroke Rehabilitation by Leeanne Carey, Alistair Walsh, Achini Adikari, Peter Goodin, Damminda Alahakoon, Daswin De Silva, Kok-Leong Ong, Michael Nilsson, Lara Boyd

“…A concept map was created a priori, and separate searches were conducted for each concept. The methodology involved three main phases: data collection and filtering, development of a clinical vocabulary, and the development of an automatic clinical text processing engine to aid the process and identify the unique and common topics. …”
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Assessing the Comparative Efficacy and Safety of Warfarin and Rivaroxaban for Cancer Associated Thrombosis: Experience From a Resource Limited Setting by Abel Tenaw Tasamma, Tsegab Alemayehu Bukate, Abdulrahim Mehadi, Bereket Tagesse Handiso, Beniam Yohannes Kassa, Eman Omer Hassen, Zekarias Seifu Ayalew, Dawit Habtie Tegegne, Gebeyehu Tessema Azibte, Tigest Abebaw Zewdie, Tinsaye Zergaw Shihur, Yonas Degelo Geremamo, Yeabsira Dessalegne Mesfin, Rediet M. Alemayehu, Amanuel Kassu Asefa, Fozia Abdela, Addisu Melkie

“…Methods and results A single‐center retrospective cohort study was conducted on 201 patients who were on follow‐up from September 2021 to August 2023. …”
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Testing a multi-behavioral intervention to improve oral health behaviors in the pediatric dental surgery population: protocol for the PROTECT trial by Joanna Buscemi, Teresa G. Borowski, David Avenetti, Lisa Tussing-Humphreys, Lisa Tussing-Humphreys, Lisa Tussing-Humphreys, Molly Martin, Molly Martin, Marc S. Atkins, Teresa Marshall, Michael Berbaum, Helen H. Lee, Helen H. Lee

“…This study aims to test the efficacy of the PROTECT intervention compared to Usual Care (UC), to improve behavioral oral health outcomes. We will conduct a randomized clinical trial to test the efficacy of PROTECT (n = 210) compared to UC (n = 210) in the pediatric DGA (dental surgery under general anesthesia) population. …”
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Comparison of dark-field chest radiography and CT for the assessment of COVID-19 pneumonia by Florian T. Gassert, Henriette Bast, Henriette Bast, Henriette Bast, Theresa Urban, Theresa Urban, Theresa Urban, Manuela Frank, Manuela Frank, Felix G. Gassert, Konstantin Willer, Konstantin Willer, Rafael C. Schick, Rafael C. Schick, Bernhard Renger, Thomas Koehler, Thomas Koehler, Alexandra Karrer, Andreas P. Sauter, Alexander A. Fingerle, Marcus R. Makowski, Franz Pfeiffer, Franz Pfeiffer, Franz Pfeiffer, Franz Pfeiffer, Daniela Pfeiffer, Daniela Pfeiffer

“…BackgroundDark-field chest radiography allows the assessment of the structural integrity of the alveoli by exploiting the wave properties of x-rays.PurposeTo compare the qualitative and quantitative features of dark-field chest radiography in patients with COVID-19 pneumonia with conventional CT imaging.Materials and methodsIn this prospective study conducted from May 2020 to December 2020, patients aged at least 18 years who underwent chest CT for clinically suspected COVID-19 infection were screened for participation. …”
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