Evaluation of Awareness and Perception of Clear Aligner Orthodontic Treatment Among Students of Hawler Medical University. by Maryam Fouad Bilal, Ahmed Qesim Ali, Layard Khalil Ibrahim

“…Previous orthodontic treatments recipients', satisfaction with their smile, overall concern about teeth, previous orthodontic consultation, and knowledge of Fixed Orthodontic Therapy all notably demonstrated significant associations with the awareness of Clear Aligner Therapy. …”
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Application of mastopexy technique using Klein’s solution. A 40 cases experience. by Heriberto Chávez Sánchez, Liliana Espinosa Chang, Dagmaris Losa Pérez

“…Breast ptosis is a disease which is frequently consulted to plastic surgeons. A correction was performed applying mastopexy in a minor outpatient surgery using modified Klein´s solution in minimal concentrations of lidocaine which avoid bleeding. …”
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Characterization of the Process of Attention to Hypertensive People in a Cerro Municipality Polyclinic by Marilyn Hernández Sánchez, Addys Díaz Piñera, Armando Rodríguez Salvá, Mayté Más Gómez, Hortensia Cueto Lamar

“…The following variables were analyzed: sociodemographic, risk factors, access to health services, consultation follow-up, treatment, BP control. Descriptive statistics were applied to analyze the data and present the results. …”
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The NT-ProBNP Test in Subjects with End-Stage Renal Disease on Hemodialysis Presenting with Acute Dyspnea: Is Knowing Worth the Cost? by Shaffer R. S. Mok, Jose Avila, Barry Milcarek, Richard Kasama

“…The incidences of echocardiography, cardiology consultation, and NT-ProBNP elevated and normal were examined. …”
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Acute Cholecystitis-like Presentation in an Adult Patient with Gallbladder Agenesis: Case Report and Literature Review by Nahla Elzubeir, Kevin Nguyen, Muhammad Nazim

“…Vitals and laboratory values were unremarkable except for mild leukocytosis, and RUQ US reported “contracted GB, cholelithiasis, 4.2 mm wall thickness, and no ductal dilation.” Surgical consultation was prompted by the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis. …”
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Strengthening teamwork and respect (STAR) in maternity units: developing a health system intervention in South Africa by Tanya Doherty, Ruwayda Petrus, Sandra Land, Christiane Horwood, Veronique Filippi, Lyn Haskins, Cleo Phewa, Sphindile Mapumulo, Silondile Luthuli, Vaughn M. John

“…Strategies to improve the quality of health care typically involve once-off didactic teaching or outside technical consultants focused on improving specific health programmes. …”
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Is Self-Reported Physical Activity Participation Associated with Lower Health Services Utilization among Older Adults? Cross-Sectional Evidence from the Canadian Community Health S... by Koren L. Fisher, Elizabeth L. Harrison, Bruce A. Reeder, Nazmi Sari, Karen E. Chad

“…Active 50–65-year-old individuals were 27% less likely to report any GP consultations ORadj=0.73; P<0.001 and had 8% fewer GP consultations annually (IRRadj=0.92; P<0.01) than their inactive peers. …”
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Long‐term follow‐up of intradetrusor botulinum toxin utilisation: A comparison of patients with multiple sclerosis and idiopathic overactive bladder by William Chui, Joshua Kealey, Henry H. Yao, Garson Chan, Alvaro Bazo, Richard Parkinson, Helen E. O'Connell, Johan Gani

“…Dose, efficacy, duration of effect, International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Overactive Bladder (ICIQ‐OAB) and International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Urinary Incontinence (ICIQ‐UI) measures and complication rates were recorded. …”
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Psychometric properties of the Dental Fear Schedule Subscale in a Portuguese pediatric population: exploratory study by Inês Esteves, Andreia Costa, Ana Coelho Canta, Sónia Mendes

“…Child behavior during the consultation was assessed using the Frankl Behaviour Rating Scale (FBRS). …”
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Telehealth-facilitated palliative care enables more people to die at home: An analysis of clinical outcomes and service activity data by Helen M. Haydon, Mojtaba Lotfaliany, Andrew Broadbent, Centaine L. Snoswell, Anthony C Smith, Julie-Ann Brydon, Liam J. Caffery, Emma E. Thomas

“…There was no significant difference in pain management between consultation modes. Conclusion Telehealth-facilitated palliative care has multiple benefits, including the increased likelihood of fulfilling someone’s wish to die at home, often their preferred place of death.…”
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Physician wellbeing in a national rehabilitation hospital, a qualitative study utilizing Maslow’s hierarchy of needs as a framework for analysis by Áine Carroll, Claire Collins, Jane McKenzie

“…Results Using Maslow’s five needs (psychological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualisation needs), the analysis demonstrated that Rehabilitation Medicine Consultants’ needs were not being met at any of the five levels. …”
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Can screening for degenerative cervical myelopathy (SCREEN-DCM) be effectively undertaken based on signs, symptoms and known risk factors? Rationale and research protocol for a pro... by Benjamin Davies, Mark Kotter, Granit Molliqaj, Enrico Tessitore, Karl Schaller, Teresa Somma, Aria Nouri, Renato Gondar, Joseph S Cheng, Paolo Cappabianca, Alexandre Lavé, Gianpaolo Jannelli, Allan Martin, Justin Virojanapa, Carmen L A Vleggeert-Lankamp, Valerie ter Wengel, Torstein Meling

“…Screening will be performed in neurosurgical consultations for patients with LDD or those with any suspicion of myelopathy. …”
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Experiences of general practitioners explaining central sensitisation to patients with persistent physical symptoms: a focus group study by Henriëtte E van der Horst, Johannes C van der Wouden, Berend Terluin, Annette H Blankenstein, Carine den Boer

“…We explored how GPs used the CS model in their consultations with patients with PPS.Design and setting A qualitative focus group study among GPs in the Netherlands.Methods We instructed 33 GPs on how to explain CS to patients with PPS. …”
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Clinicians’ perspectives of parental decision-making following diagnosis of a severe congenital anomaly: a qualitative study by Lucy K Smith, Natalie Armstrong, Robyn Lotto

“…The focus of this paper is the data arising from semistructured interviews conducted with 18 clinicians, with findings further supported by data generated from consultations between clinicians and parents. All interviews and consultations were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim, with analysis based on the constant comparative approach.Results Three key themes emerged which together shape the practice of clinicians working in this area: first, the law governing termination of pregnancy (TOP) and how clinicians believe this influences the context in which decisions about whether to terminate or continue an affected pregnancy are made; second, approaches to the management of cases seen as particularly challenging; and third, how clinicians understand their role when working with parents. …”
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The impact of fruit and vegetable intake on healthcare costs and preventive care in older adults: evidence from SHARE data by S. Asieh Hosseini Tabaghdehi, Cristina Elisa Orso, Cristina Tealdi, Simona Tenaglia

“…Moreover, daily fruit and vegetable intake is positively associated with increased likelihood of consulting general practitioners and specialists. This association may be indicative of a broader health consciousness and proactive approach to well-being management among individuals who prioritize dietary choices. …”
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Patient perspectives and utilization of telemedicine for chronic conditions in Pakistan barriers and facilitators towards its access by Muhammad Muzzamil, Mahek Karim, Sara Saeed Khurram, Iffat Zafar Aga, Shahkamal Hashmi, Hina Gul Hassan, Yasha Younus

“…It enables virtual consultations, addressing geographical barriers and mobility limitations. …”
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Male Perineal Carcinoma: Experience in 4 Cases and Literature Review by Agustín Fraile Poblador, Manuel Hevia Palacios, Manuel Rodríguez Vegas, Alberto Artiles Medina, Enrique Sanz Mayayo, Silvia García Barreras, Guillermo Fernández Conejo, Rafael Rodríguez Patrón, Varona Crespo Constatino, Ana Saiz González, Javier Burgos Revilla

“…We report the first series of cases of perineal carcinoma of unknown origin: (I) a 62-year-old male patient being followed up for a urethral stricture treated with periodic dilations with subsequent development of perineal abscesses and perineal carcinoma; (II) a 67-year-old male patient who consults for urinary discomfort associated with a perineal abscess. …”
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Psychogeriatric experts’ experiences with risk factors of non-suicidal and suicidal self-injury in older adults: A qualitative study by Lisa Van Hove, Imke Baetens, Steven Vanderstichelen

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Development and Supervision of Robo-Advisors under Digital Financial Inclusion in Complex Systems by Wensheng Dai

“…The development of computer technology has promoted the birth of robot consultants, and it is of great significance to use robot consultants to manage and supervise financial industry projects. …”
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Design and Experimental Study of Composite Cross Arm Tension Release Device by Wenbin Li, Junzhe Lin, Xinlong Wang, Yanlin Li, Xiaolei Zhang, Junfeng Bai, Dehong Wang

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