Blood Cell Ratio Combinations for Diagnosing Periprosthetic Joint Infections: A Preliminary Study by Yu Y, Wen Y, Xia J, Dong G, Niu Y

“…Yali Yu,1 Yanan Wen,2 Jiaxuan Xia,3 Guixiang Dong,1 Yanli Niu4 1Department of Clinical Laboratory, Zhengzhou Orthopaedic Hospital, Zhengzhou, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Blood Transfusion, Huaihe Hospital, Henan University, Kaifeng, People’s Republic of China; 3School of Mathematics and Statistic, Henan University, Kaifeng, People’s Republic of China; 4Laboratory of Cell Signal Transduction, Henan Provincial Engineering Centre for Tumor Molecular Medicine, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Yanli Niu, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Henan University, Kaifeng, People’s Republic of China, Email nyl0925@henu.edu.cnBackground: Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a serious complication following total joint arthroplasty (TJA), which requires prompt and accurate diagnosis for effective management. Many biomarkers have been used for PJI diagnosis; however, the identification of the most effective inflammatory biomarker combination for optimal diagnostic accuracy may be poorly reported.Methods: In this prospective, multi-center study, a total of 269 individuals undergoing knee or hip revision arthroplasty were recruited and subsequently categorized based on 2018 ICM PJI criteria into two groups: 93 with periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) and 176 with aseptic failure (AF). …”
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Protocol of the Nurses’ Mental Health Study (NMHS): a nationwide hospital multicentre prospective cohort study by Jiaxin Yang, Chongmei Huang, Shuiyuan Xiao, Xuting Li, Meng Ning, Zengyu Chen, Yusheng Tian, Qiang Yu, Yamin Chen, Ya-Min Li

“…The results of NMHS will inform nursing research and practice by providing evidence to nurse managers, healthcare organisations and the government about the target mental health outcomes for early prevention and intervention.Trial registration number This study has been registered at the Chinese Clinical Trail Registry (ID: ChiCTR2300072142, https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.html?…”
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Effectiveness of nurse-led care in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Dan Liu, Li Liu, Lin Yang, Ting Wen, Peng Xiang, Guifang Pi

“…It may be feasible to allow nurses to participate in the disease management of some RA patients instead of doctors.PROSPERO registration number CRD42022362071.…”
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Modulating Brain Connectivity by Simultaneous Dual-Mode Stimulation over Bilateral Primary Motor Cortices in Subacute Stroke Patients by Jungsoo Lee, Eunhee Park, Ahee Lee, Won Hyuk Chang, Dae-Shik Kim, Yong-Il Shin, Yun-Hee Kim

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Ultrahigh-Performance Radio Frequency System-on-Chip Implementation of a Kalman Filter-Based High-Precision Time and Frequency Synchronization for Networked Integrated Sensing and... by Roghayeh Ghasemi, Patrick Fenske, Tobias Koegel, Markus Hehn, Ingrid Ullmann, Martin Vossiek

“…The integration of radar sensing and imaging capabilities into future integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) networks enables advanced use cases, including autonomous vehicle navigation, real-time health monitoring, and smart city management. However, ultraprecise time and frequency synchronization is crucial for unlocking the full potential of such networked ISAC systems. …”
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Outcomes of Open Reduction and Modified McLaughlin’s Procedure in Neglected Posterior Shoulder Dislocation by Vikas, Jatin Prakash, Karan Maggo, Jujhar Singh, Ankesh Jain, Naval Bhatia

“…Accurate diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion and comprehensive evaluation, including radiographic imaging and additional modalities such as computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The management of neglected posterior GHJ dislocation is complex, ranging from conservative measures to surgical intervention. …”
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Focus on Depression in Parkinson’s Disease: A Delphi Consensus of Experts in Psychiatry, Neurology, and Geriatrics by Luis Agüera-Ortiz, Rocío García-Ramos, Francisco J. Grandas Pérez, Jorge López-Álvarez, José Manuel Montes Rodríguez, F. Javier Olazarán Rodríguez, Javier Olivera Pueyo, Carmelo Pelegrín Valero, Jesús Porta-Etessam

“…Results presented here are useful diagnostic and patient management guidance for other physicians and important considerations to improve future drug trial design.…”
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Perioperative Animal Care for Xenotransplantation from Genetically Edited Pigs to Monkeys by ZHU Chan, ZHANG Dongliang, ZHAO Deli, SHI Xueqin, QIAN Lei, ZHANG Xuan, JIN Yan, DUAN Wei, QI Ruocheng, LIU Chaohua, YANG Xuekang, HAN Juntao, PAN Dengke

“…This included preoperative preparation and medication, intraoperative monitoring of physiological indicators and anesthesia management, and postoperative care comprising wound protection, observation and monitoring, and nutritional support. …”
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Evaluation of urban water cycle health status based on DPSIRM framework and AHP-FCE-Cloud model by Jiageng Hu, Fuqiang Wang, Peiheng Liu, Subing Lü, Cheng Lü, Furong Yu

“…This study employs the Driving force-Pressure-State-Impact-Response-Management (DPSIRM) framework, using key policy implementation milestones as benchmarks to divide the timeline into three evaluation phases, thereby optimizing the urban water cycle health evaluation system. …”
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The Usefulness of the Pressure Algometer in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Orofacial Pain Patients: A Systematic Review by Agata Kamińska, Bartosz Dalewski, Ewa Sobolewska

“…Also, the analyzed studies lacked consistency in study design and patient management. Pressure increase values differed from 20 kPa/s to 50 kPa/s and from 0.5 kg/cm2/s to 2 kg/cm2/s. …”
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Économie et patrimonialisation by Thierry Linck

“…We shall show that the collective appropriation is based on a double principle, of exclusion and uneven distribution of the individual capacities of usage and management of the common resources, that economy is unable to integrate. …”
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Tolerability and Effectiveness of Regorafenib Treatment in Patients with Unresectable Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Real-World Data from the United States by Finn RS, Iyer R, Kalman RS, Parikh ND, Cabrera R, Babajanyan S, Kaseb AO

“…Differences in the incidence of certain AEs may be due to differences in treatment management between study sites or baseline disease status. …”
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The Metaverse for Industry 5.0 in NextG Communications: Potential Applications and Future Challenges by Prabadevi Boopathy, Natarajan Deepa, Praveen Kumar Reddy Maddikunta, Nancy Victor, Thippa Reddy Gadekallu, Gokul Yenduri, Wei Wang, Quoc-Viet Pham, Thien Huynh-The, Madhusanka Liyanage

“…The article then discusses the metaverse's diverse applications across various Industry 5.0 sectors, such as agriculture, supply chain management, healthcare, education, and transportation, illustrated through several research initiatives. …”
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Development and validation of the Information Literacy Measurement Scale (ILMS-34) in Chinese public health practitioners by Hui Li, Ke-Ying Li, Xia-Rong Hu, Xuan Hong, Yan-Ting He, Hua-Wei Xiong, Yi-Li Zhang

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Cardiovascular Profile and Cardiovascular Imaging After Bariatric Surgery: A Narrative Review by Mihaela Toader, Liliana Gheorghe, Costin Chirica, Ionuț-Alexandru Ghicu, Sabina-Ioana Chirica, Andreea Isabela Mazga, Danisia Haba, Mădălina Maxim, Ancuța Andreea Miler, Daniela Crișu, Mihai Ștefan Cristian Haba, Daniel Vasile Timofte

“…<i>Background and Objectives</i>: Up until now, behavioral interventions and pharmacological therapies were the main approach available for the management of obesity. Diet and exercise, when used as a singular therapeutic method, are inadequate for a successful outcome. …”
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Processability and Material Behavior of NiTi Shape Memory Alloys Using Wire Laser-Directed Energy Deposition (WL-DED) by Hediyeh Dabbaghi, Nasrin Taheri Andani, Mohammad Pourshams, Mahyar Sojoodi, Behrang Poorganji, Mohammad Elahinia

“…Additionally, our research highlighted important considerations for civil engineering applications, particularly in the development of seismic dampers for energy dissipation in structures, offering a promising solution for enhancing structural performance and energy management in critical infrastructure.…”
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Guillain-Barré syndrome following falciparum malaria infection: a case report by Molla Asnake Kebede, Alemayehu Beharu Tekle, Misikir Alemu Eshetu, Erkyehun Pawlos Shash, Melaku Tsediew Berhanu, Elias Tabiet Ahmed, Hashime Meketa Negatie

“…After extensive workup, the patient was managed with consideration of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), and she made a complete recovery after 12 weeks. …”
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Risk factors and characteristics of preoperative heart failure in elderly patients with hip fracture and the influence of anemia on prognosis by Aoying Min, Wei Zhao, Wei Li, Weining Li, Zhiyong Hou, Zhiqian Wang

“…For such patients, early and effective identification and strengthening perioperative management can avoid the occurrence of adverse events. …”
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Patterns and trends of heat and wildfire smoke indicators across rural–urban and social vulnerability gradients in Idaho by Seyd Teymoor Seydi, Jennifer Pierce, John T Abatzoglou, Anna Radin, Ethan Sims, Hilary Flint, Stephanie Wicks, Eric Henderson, Bhaskar Chittoori, Mojtaba Sadegh

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Knowledge, attitudes and practices to hepatitis B among South African primary healthcare staff by Atlegang Mashilo, Itumeleng Mompati, Refilwe Ramakatane, Didintle Sebitloane, Naledi Sibi, Philippa C. Matthews, Cornel Van Rooyen, Dominique Goedhals, Sabeehah Vawda

“…Contribution: Hepatitis B virus, an important cause of liver disease in Africa, is poorly identified and managed. Our study highlights the need to strengthen HCW education to ensure individuals are appropriately diagnosed, managed and educated on preventative measures, to reduce the burden of disease.…”
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