Prevalence of asymptomatic Leishmania donovani infection and associated factors in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Habtamu Belay, Adugna Abera, Esayas Aklilu, Tesfahun Bishaw, Ayinalem Alemu, Geremew Tasew, Berhanu Erko

“…This will minimize role of man as reservoir host of asymptomatic L. donovani infection VL and hence aid in disease control and management.…”
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Performance of seawater-derived Mg(OH)2 as a sustainable coating solution for hydrogen sulfide-induced corrosion mitigation in concrete pipes by Janelle Patricia S. Moa, Bea Angela C. Gaw, John Louis O. Co, Kyle Anderson C. Coo, Kenneth Jae T. Elevado, Cheryl Lyne C. Roxas

“…In the Philippines, concrete pipe systems are critical for wastewater management, flood control, and irrigation, accounting for approximately 70% of all installations. …”
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Sinking Skin Flap Syndrome following Posttraumatic Hydrocephalus by Ashish Chugh, Prashant Punia, Sarang Gotecha

“…All 3 of these patients developed SSFS and were the focus of this case series wherein review of literature was done with emphasis being laid on the salient features towards management of SSFS in such precranioplasty shunted patients. …”
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Uncovering somatic mosaic variants of PIK3CA-related overgrowth disorders – three cases with different clinical presentations by M. Tooming, M. Tooming, P. Mertsina, T. Kahre, T. Kahre, R. Teek, I. Vainumäe, I. Vainumäe, S. Lilles, S. Lilles, M. H. Wojcik, M. H. Wojcik, M. H. Wojcik, P. Ilves, P. Ilves, K. Õunap, K. Õunap

“…The comprehensive genomic profiling allowed for the meticulous evaluation of potentially pathogenic gene variants in affected individuals and their corresponding tissues.DiscussionOur findings advocate for the adoption of comprehensive genomic profiling in clinical practice to improve the detection and management of PRD. This approach can enhance patient care by providing a more accurate diagnosis and better understanding of the genetic underpinnings of PRD.…”
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Efficacy and Acceptability of a Mobile App for Monitoring the Clinical Status of Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Receiving Home Oxygen Therapy: Randomized Contr... by Anisbed Naranjo-Rojas, Luis Ángel Perula-de Torres, Freiser Eccehomo Cruz-Mosquera, Guillermo Molina-Recio

“…One of the primary treatments for COPD is oxygen therapy, which helps manage dyspnea and improve survival rates. Mobile health (mHealth) technologies have demonstrated significant potential in monitoring patients with chronic diseases, offering new avenues for enhancing patient care and disease management. …”
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Survey of medication history of patients with stroke after discharge from an acute hospital ward: a case series study by Yuko Fukuda, Risa Ito, Misaki Kakihana, Tsutomu Takahashi, Tetsuji Kanemoto, Toshiyuki Sahara, Masahiko Tsujikawa, Mitsuko Onda

“…Continued use of medication is crucial for recurrence prevention and risk management, even after the transition from acute-care institutions to other medical institutions. …”
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UAV Hyperspectral Remote Sensing Image Classification: A Systematic Review by Zhen Zhang, Lehao Huang, Qingwang Wang, Linhuan Jiang, Yemao Qi, Shunyuan Wang, Tao Shen, Bo-Hui Tang, Yanfeng Gu

“…In recent years, significant advances in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology and hyperspectral remote sensing have spurred rapid and innovative developments in UAV-based hyperspectral image (HSI) classification across a range of fields, including environmental monitoring, precision agriculture, forest health assessment, and disaster management. Compared to spaceborne platforms, the spectra of ground objects observed by UAV platforms exhibit notable variations, presenting more pronounced challenges for accurate classification. …”
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Менеджмент пацієнтів зі врощенням плаценти: огляд світового та власного досвіду by K.Yu. Bielka, D.О. Govsieiev, Iu.L. Kuchyn, I.V. Sirenko, Ye.V. Hrizhymalskyi, D.S. Sazhyn, A.V. Lespuh, O.M. Bunchuk, I.A. Dukmas, O.B. Yaroshchuk

“…За даними літературного огляду, ключовими моментами менеджменту пацієнток із РСПА є стратегії дотримання Patient blood management: попередження та лікування анемії вагітних; підготовка банку крові до можливої масивної гемотрансфузії; дотримання протоколів із менеджменту масивної акушерської кровотечі, зокрема, використання транексамової кислоти та рання гемотрансфузія, об’єктивний підрахунок крововтрати тощо. …”
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Using GIS and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) for flood hazard assessment based on morphological and hydrological criteria, case of the Meknes region, Morocco by Essahlaoui Narjisse, Ijlil Safae, Alitane Abdennabi, Mohajane Meriame, El Ouali Abdelhadi, Rhazi Abdelaziz, Oumou Abdellah, Alouane Ayoub, Ammari Zakaria, Khrabcha Abdelali, El Hafyani Mohamed, Essahlaoui Ali, Aouragh My Hachem, Van Rompaey Anton

“…Flood risk is a combination of natural and anthropogenic factors, highlighting the importance of understanding its spatial distribution in order to plan effective land management strategies. The main aim of this study is to identify and map areas at risk of flooding in the R'dom catchment area (Meknes, Morocco). …”
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Unveiling the novel role of circadian rhythms in sepsis and septic shock: unexplored implications for chronotherapy by Stewart D. Ramsay, Stewart D. Ramsay, Stewart D. Ramsay, Marni A. Nenke, Marni A. Nenke, Emily J. Meyer, Emily J. Meyer, David J. Torpy, David J. Torpy, Richard L. Young, Richard L. Young, Richard L. Young, Richard L. Young

“…Despite knowledge of how circadian rhythms change in these grave conditions, very little research has been undertaken on the use of these therapies in support of sepsis management. This review details the circadian disruptions associated with sepsis and septic shock, the influence they have on morbidity and mortality, and the potential clinical benefits of circadian-modulating therapies.…”
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Peculiarities of the clinical picture and diagnosis of dirofilariasis in the maxillofacial area: a series of cases from practice by Kh.A. Buniatian, Yu.V. Khotimska, I.V. Kovach, Yu.Yu. Yaroslavska, O.V. Bondarenko, R.S. Nazaryan

“…Dirofilariasis of the maxillofacial area is not a widespread condition, its cases are described in short series, therefore, the aim of this work is to share our own experience of managing patients with this rare condition.The work presents our own experience in the management of 14 dirofilariasis patients with lesions of the maxillofacial area, of them there are 3 men and 11 women aged 29 to 54. …”
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Temporal trends, associated risk factors and longitudinal cardiovascular outcomes of body roundness among middle-aged and older Chinese adults: from the China Health and Retirement... by Ying-Yuan Gan, Yun-Dan Luo, Lu Zhai, Rong-Rui Huo, Xia Dai, Qian Liao

“…These findings underscore the importance of incorporating BRI into public health strategies to better manage obesity-related health risks in China.…”
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The Role of Establishing a Multidisciplinary Team for Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis in Improving Patient Outcomes and Spreading Awareness about Recent Disease Trends by Rami J. Yaghan, Nehad M. Ayoub, Shadi Hamouri, Alia Al-Mohtaseb, Maha Gharaibeh, Lamees Yaghan, Mahmoud Al-Dari, Hiba Al-Kaff, Nabil A. Al-Zoubi

“…Iidiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM) is stereotypically described as a mysterious entity that mimics breast carcinoma imposing management challenges. In 2002, we established a multidisciplinary team to treat patients with IGM. …”
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Anxiety and burnout in infectious disease nurses: the role of perceived stress and resilience by Yalan Huang, Zonghua Wang, Yongguang Li, Zhihan Zhao, Weiyi Wang, Changxia Cai, Xiushuang Wu, Li Liu, Mengting Chen

“…Based on these findings, it is imperative to allocate resources for stress management programs and resilience training. Such initiatives would bolster support for nurses in infectious disease wards, ultimately enhancing their job satisfaction and well-being.…”
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Comparative Evaluation of AI-Based Multi-Spectral Imaging and PCR-Based Assays for Early Detection of <i>Botrytis cinerea</i> Infection on Pepper Plants by Dimitrios Kapetas, Eleni Kalogeropoulou, Panagiotis Christakakis, Christos Klaridopoulos, Eleftheria Maria Pechlivani

“…This approach marks a significant step forward in the detection and management of crop diseases, highlighting the potential to integrate such methods into <i>in situ</i> systems like mobile apps or robots.…”
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Leveraging Autofluorescence for Tumor Detection, Diagnosis, and Accurate Excision with Surgical Margin Assessment in Tumor Excision by Antonis Perdiou, Ramona Dumitrescu, Daniela Jumanca, Octavia Balean, Ruxandra Sava-Rosianu, Serban Talpos, Dacian Virgil Lalescu, Atena Galuscan

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> Autofluorescence-guided surgery improves the detection of tumor-free margins and may serve as an effective adjunct in oral cancer management. Larger studies are recommended to confirm these findings.…”
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Infectious keratitis following photorefractive keratectomy: a 13-year study at a tertiary center by Alireza Attar, Hossein Jamali, Julio Ortega-Usobiaga, Golnoush Mahmoudinezhad, Dagny Zhu, Mohammad Mohammadi

“…Conclusion This long-term study found a post-PRK keratitis rate of 0.018%, with gram-positive bacteria as the most common pathogens. Prompt management and regular follow-up assessments are essential for achieving satisfactory outcomes.…”
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Construction land transition in Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and its eco-environmental effects during 2000-2020 by ZHANG Zining, LUO Junqiang, ZHANG Peilei, RONG Han, LIU Haiyang, AN Shuang, CHANG Genying

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Evaluating comparative effectiveness of psychosocial interventions for persons receiving opioid agonist therapy for opioid use disorder: protocol for a systematic review by Brian Hutton, Beverley Shea, Kimberly Corace, David Moher, Danielle B Rice, Becky Skidmore, Kednapa Thavorn, Sheena Taha, Dianna Wolfe, Fatemeh Yazdi, Beth A Sproule, Melanie Willows, Patricia Poulin, Gary Garber, Amy Porath, Leila Esmaeilisaraji

“…Results of this review will inform clinical management of persons with OUD.Trial registration number CRD42018090761.…”
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Mutual-information of meteorological-soil and spatial propagation: Agricultural drought assessment based on network science by Qingzhi Wen, Xinjun Tu, Lei Zhou, Vijay P Singh, Xiaohong Chen, Kairong Lin

“…Agricultural drought causes serious harm to food security and vegetation ecosystems, and challenges the entire food-water-energy-health-environment nexus, complicating, in turn, management strategies. By building a meteorological and soil mutual-information index, this paper developed a novel method for assessing agricultural drought from a network science perspective. …”
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