The influence of baseline platelet on mortality risk in stroke and cancer patients: a cross-sectional analysis of the NHANES database by Yuqi Pei, Wei Ouyang, Peiyun Qi, Zhongjie Yan, Yaoru Li, Xiangjian Zhang, Cong Zhang, Lili Cui

“…A maximum selected rank statistic was conducted to determine platelet cutoff with the most significant association with mortality. …”
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Exploring manual therapy in the management of irritable bowel syndrome in adults: A scoping review by Natalia Płóciennik-Korycka, Sara Maria Pani, Bogumiła Bruc, Paolo Contu, Magdalena Wrzesińska

“…A scoping review was conducted following PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Study quality was assessed using The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Study Quality Assessment Tools. …”
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Vesicoureteral Reflux in Children with Accidental Diagnosis of Unilateral Small Size Kidney by Mohsen Mohammadi, Khadijeh Ebrahimi, Soraya Khafri, Maryam Nikpour, Hadi Sorkhi

“…Objective: A majority of small size kidney in children were diagnosed after a urinary tract infection (UTI) and with high-grade vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). This study was conducted in children who were diagnosed accidentally and investigated for VUR and UTI. …”
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Overview of female healthcare providers’ outlooks on cervical cancer screening: a narrative review by Wubishet Gezimu, Ababo Demeke, Firomsa Bekele, Solomon Seyife Alemu, Lema Fikadu, Addisalem Workie Demsash, Geleta Nenko Dube, Gemeda Wakgari Kitil, Elias Ezo

“…However, there has been limited literature on the providers’ perspectives on cervical cancer screening.ObjectiveThis review narrated the female healthcare providers’ (FHCPs’) outlooks on cervical cancer screening in terms of risk perceptions, awareness, knowledge, attitude, practice, and possible barriers.MethodsA thorough literature search was conducted to identify studies conducted on female healthcare providers’ overview of the perceived risk of cervical cancer, cervical cancer screening awareness, knowledge, attitude, and practice, as well as barriers to cervical cancer screening. …”
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Experiences and Perspectives of Medication Information and Use Among Arabic-Speaking Migrant Women in Sweden: A Multistage Focus Group Study by Al Musawi A, Axelsson M, Eriksson T, Rämgård M

“…Data were analyzed using Braun and Clark’s six-phase reflexive thematic analysis.Results: Four multistage focus group sessions with 15 participants were conducted. The analysis generated three themes: receiving or not receiving professional medication information, medication adherence patterns, and needs and suggestions for improved medication information—a call for action. …”
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Stress factors among physiotherapy students at a university in Gauteng, South Africa by Zander I. Collins, Chané Siepker, Kelebogile J. Ralehlaka, Boitshoko C. Molefe, Tiisetso C. Phala, Simphiwe A. Vilankulu, Makwena M. Sibuyi, Thembelihle S. Ntuli

“…Statistical analysis was conducted using IBM Corp’s Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) Software version 25. …”
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Accessing medical records for research in South African public hospitals: a reflective narrative by Daphney Nozizwe Conco, Boitumelo Komane, Emelda Boikanyo, Zinhle Khadija Maneli, Mothupi Boikanyo, Sharon Fonn

“…To explore these themes, we conducted a focus group discussion (FGD) with all researchers. …”
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Exploring the purpose and stages of patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) in audiology research: a case study approach by Helen Pryce, Nisha Dhanda, Jean Straus

“…Building meaningful relationships with PPIE contributors ensures a wide range of perspectives, informing research design and conduct. The study highlights the challenges of traditional focus groups and the benefits of flexible, personalised engagement methods. …”
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The Link between Overweight/Obesity and Noncommunicable Diseases in Ethiopia: Evidences from Nationwide WHO STEPS Survey 2015 by Bedilu Alamirie Ejigu, Fentanesh Nibret Tiruneh

“…Although the literature indicates that the burden of NCDs is increasing in Ethiopia, no research has been conducted to demonstrate a link between overweight/obesity and NCDs. …”
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Investigation of sexual life and perceived spousal support in female recipients after kidney transplantation by Sennur Kula Sahin, Semra Bulbuloglu

“…Methods: The study was conducted as a descriptive and cross-sectional research. 158 female kidney recipients were included in the study. …”
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Prevalence and associated factors of psychological distress among caregivers of children with malnutrition: a cross‑sectional study by Biazin Yenealem Mekuriaw, Berhanie Getnet, Endris Seid, Tadese Teferi, Amare Alemwork, Mastewal Aschale, Aklile Tsega

“…Methods This was a cross-sectional study was conducted and 409 caregivers participated. Outcome variable was assessed using Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K-10).The collected data were analyzed using SPSS version 25. …”
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Large Scale Experiments Representing a Containment Natural Circulation Loop during an Accident Scenario by R. Kapulla, G. Mignot, S. Paranjape, M. Andreani, D. Paladino

“…These experiments were conducted in the PANDA facility (Switzerland) in the framework of the OECD/NEA HYMERES project. …”
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Patient and public involvement in the co-design and assessment of unobtrusive sensing technologies for care at home: a user-centric design approach by Jenny Sharma, Nazia Gillani, Imran Saied, Aaesha Alzaabi, Tughrul Arslan

“…In Phase II (Development and Co-Design), an in-person PPI workshop was conducted with PPI experts (n = 2), researchers (n = 4) and PPI members (n = 8). …”
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Socio-Demographic and Preoperative Clinical Factors Associated With 5-Year Weight Trajectories After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy by Sahil Patel, MD, Chen Jiang, PhD, Brandon Cowan, MD, Jie Yin, MS, Catherine Schaefer, PhD, Sanjoy Dutta, MD, Rouzbeh Mostaedi, MD, Hélène Choquet, PhD

“…Trajectory analyses were conducted from 5-year follow-up data to assign patients to “low,” “average,” or “high” postoperative %TBWL groups. …”
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Current Updates on Molecular Diagnostic Assays Used for Detection of <i>Candida auris</i>: A Systematic Review by River Chun-Wai Wong, Alfred Lok-Hang Lee, Ingrid Yu-Ying Cheung, Viola Chi-Ying Chow, Margaret Ip, Christopher Koon-Chi Lai

“…<b>Methods</b>: A systematic review was conducted to search for articles published in the period between 1 January 2020 and 20 November 2024 from various databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, and Web of Science. …”
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Model for predicting metabolic activity in athletes based on biochemical blood test analysis by Victoria A. Zaborova, Evgenii I. Balakin, Ksenia A. Yurku, Olga E. Aprishko, Vasiliy I. Pustovoyt

“…During the entire period, 3 625 laboratory parameter tests were conducted. Capillary blood sampling in athletes was conducted from the distal phalanx of the finger after overnight fasting, according to standard diagnostic procedures. …”
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Effect of increased protein intake before pre-event on muscle fatigue development and recovery in female athletes by Taghread Ahmed Elsayed Ahmed, Heba Ali Ibrahim Seleem, Ghada Mohamed Youssef Elsayed, Marwa Ahmed Fadl Kholif, Rania Mohammed Abduljawad, Nour Taha Ebrahem Housen, Naglaa Mohamed Roby Sofy, Hager Abdel Hady

“…Materials and Methods: The experimental study was conducted at the Sports Academy for Basketball in Zagazig, Egypt, from July 2 to August 12, 2023. …”
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Challenges of community participation in health emergency and disaster risk management in an Iranian context: a qualitative study by Mohammad Azim Mahmodi, Mehrdad Farrokhi, Seyyed Mohammad Reza Hosseini, Mehdi Najafi, Mohammad Esmaeel Motlagh, Hamid Reza Khankeh

“…Purposeful sampling was conducted from June 2023 to May 2024 among community members who were willing to participate and had experience collaborating during disasters. …”
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Retrospective Observational Study on the Characteristics of Pain and Associated Factors of Breakthrough Pain in Advanced Cancer Patients by Rongrong Fan, Xuying Li, Siyu Yang, Xiaofan Bu, Yongyi Chen, Ying Wang, Cuiling Qiu

“…Spearman correlation was conducted to explore the relationship between pain score and demographics characteristics. …”
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Social Structure Analysis in Management of South Sumatra Inland Waters by Fevi Rahma Dwi Putri, Arif Satria, Rilus A. Kinseng, Taryono Taryono

“…The data analysis was conducted in three distinct stages, namely data reduction, presentation, and drawing conclusions. …”
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