The role of mycobacteremia screening in enhancing non-tuberculous mycobacteria detection in hospitalized persons with HIV by Mengjiao Miao, Hongyan Zhu, Ziyao Liu, Jinjin Yang, Yiting Zhang, Chenyu Ma, Jiamin Qin, Yaling Chen, Hongxia Wei, Wei Chen, Yongfeng Yang, Zhiliang Hu, Zhiliang Hu, Zhiliang Hu

“…These findings underscore the importance of mycobacteremia screening in improving the detection of NTM infections among severely immunocompromised hospitalized patients, especially those with CD4 counts <50 cells/μL, and highlight the value of incorporating MBC into diagnostic protocols to enhance clinical management of these high-risk individuals.…”
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Effects of non-pharmacological interventions on biochemical hyperandrogenism in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Qi Jin, Ge Xu, Yuchen Ying, Lumin Liu, Huimin Zheng, Shifen Xu, Ping Yin, Yuelai Chen

“…Conclusions NPIs, particularly electroacupuncture combined with exercise and dietary management, effectively reduce androgen levels in PCOS patients. …”
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Dynamic analysis of growth characteristics, secondary metabolites accumulation, and an in-depth understanding of anthraquinones biosynthesis in Rubia cordifolia Linn. by Conglong Lian, Conglong Lian, Conglong Lian, Xiuyu Liu, Xiuyu Liu, Kaihua Guo, Kaihua Guo, Hao Yang, Hao Yang, Jingfan Yang, Jingfan Yang, Jinxu Lan, Jinxu Lan, Suiqing Chen, Suiqing Chen, Suiqing Chen, Suiqing Chen

“…Above all, our findings have crucial implications for the field management of cultivation and harvesting of cultivated R. cordifolia, and also provide useful genetic information for clarifying the potential genes involved in anthraquinone biosynthesis.…”
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Prediction Models of Severity in Acute Biliary Pancreatitis by Iulia Ratiu, Renata Bende, Camelia Nica, Oana Budii, Calin Burciu, Andreea Barbulescu, Tudor Moga, Bogdan Miutescu, Roxana Sirli, Mirela Danila, Alina Popescu, Felix Bende

“…Therefore, early risk assessment is crucial for optimizing management and treatment. The aim of the present study wasto compare simple prognostic markers and identify the best predictors of severity in patients with acute pancreatitis. …”
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Automated AI-based image analysis for quantification and prediction of interstitial lung disease in systemic sclerosis patients by Julien Guiot, Monique Henket, Fanny Gester, Béatrice André, Benoit Ernst, Anne-Noelle Frix, Dirk Smeets, Simon Van Eyndhoven, Katerina Antoniou, Lennart Conemans, Janine Gote-Schniering, Hans Slabbynck, Michael Kreuter, Jacobo Sellares, Ioannis Tomos, Guang Yang, Clio Ribbens, Renaud Louis, Vincent Cottin, Sara Tomassetti, Vanessa Smith, Simon L. F. Walsh

“…Further clinical multicentric validation is necessary in order to confirm its potential in the prediction of patient’s outcome and in treatment management.…”
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Implementing and evaluating the comprehensive integration of physical activity into a major health system: study design and protocol by Alex Ewing, Mark Stoutenberg, Jennifer L Trilk, Christopher Wichman, Paul A Estabrooks, John M Brooks, Meenu Jindal, James Rosemeyer, Leah M Schumacher, Lia K McNulty, Stephanie Eskuri, Frankie Bennett

“…Introduction The healthcare sector has great potential for promoting physical activity (PA) for chronic disease prevention, treatment and management; however, multiple adoption and implementation barriers exist, ranging from practice integration to information flow. …”
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Patient Voices: Multimethod Study on the Feasibility of Implementing Electronic Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in a Comprehensive Cancer Center by Cinzia Brunelli, Sara Alfieri, Emanuela Zito, Marco Spelta, Laura Arba, Linda Lombi, Luana Caselli, Augusto Caraceni, Claudia Borreani, Anna Roli, Rosalba Miceli, Gabriele Tine', Ernesto Zecca, Marco Platania, Giuseppe Procopio, Nicola Nicolai, Luigi Battaglia, Laura Lozza, Morena Shkodra, Giacomo Massa, Daniele Loiacono, Giovanni Apolone

“…ConclusionsThis study provides useful information for future ePROM implementation strategies, aimed at effectively supporting the routine clinical management and care of patients with cancer. In addition, these findings may be relevant to other organizations willing to systematically collect PROMs or ePROMs in their clinical routines. …”
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Neuropsychiatric profile in tuberous sclerosis complex patients with epilepsy by Mahmoud Fawzi Osman, Mahmoud Fawzi Osman, Faisal Hadid, Tawfeg ben Omran, Tawfeg ben Omran, Tawfeg ben Omran, Munira Aden, Fatima Al-Maadid, Sondos Altaraqji, Khalid Mohamed, Ruba Benini, Ruba Benini

“…The findings emphasize the need for tailored management approaches, focusing on early seizure control and comprehensive multidisciplinary care. …”
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American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy guideline on gastrostomy feeding tubes: methodology and review of evidence by Divyanshoo Rai Kohli, MD, Natalie Cosgrove, MD, Wasif M. Abidi, MD, PhD, Jorge D. Machicado, MD, MPH, Madhav Desai, MD, MPH, Nauzer Forbes, MD, MSc, Neil B. Marya, MD, Nikhil R. Thiruvengadam, MD, Nirav C. Thosani, MD, MHA, Omeed Alipour, MD, Saowanee Ngamruengphong, MD, Sherif E. Elhanafi, MD, Sunil G. Sheth, MD, Wenly Ruan, MD, John C. Fang, MD, Stephen A. McClave, MD, Rodrick C. Zvavanjanja, MD, MSc, FRCR(UK), FSIR, DABR(DR/VIR), Dhruvil K. Radadiya, MBBS, Amir Y. Kamel, PharmD, BCNSP, Bashar J. Qumseya, MD, MPH

“…In patients on anticoagulants who need to undergo PEG placement, the ASGE suggests that the periprocedural management of anticoagulants should be based on a multidisciplinary discussion with the patient regarding the risk of bleeding versus cardiovascular adverse events. …”
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International diet quality index and revised diet quality index relationship with type 2 diabetes disease: a case-control study by Amr Ali Mohamed Abdelgawwad El-Sehrawy, Bilal AbdulMajeed Mukhlif, Enwa Felix Oghenemaro, M. M. Rekha, Rohit Kumawat, Shilpa Sharma, M. Ravi Kumar, Nagat Salah Shalaby, Munthar Kadhim Abosaoda, Abed J. Kadhim

“…By analyzing dietary patterns in individuals with and without diabetes, the research aims to identify key nutritional factors influencing disease risk and provide evidence-based dietary recommendations for prevention and management.MethodsThis case-control study involved 128 T2DM patients and 256 controls, assessing dietary intake with a validated 168-item food frequency questionnaire to calculate the Dietary Quality Index-I (DQI-I) and Dietary Quality Index-R (DQI-R). …”
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AHP Approach To Developing a New Natural Toothpaste Product by Dikky Indrawan, Stevia Septiani, Galih Saputra Arista, Asep Rakhmat, Yessie W Sari, Nur A Nuzulia, Wulan T Wahyuni, Irmanida Batubara, Y. Aris Purwanto

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Optimizing vaccine uptake in sub-Saharan Africa: a collaborative COVID-19 vaccination campaign in Madagascar using an adaptive approach by Viola Pavoncello, Irina Kislaya, Diavolana Koecher Andrianarimanana, Valentina Marchese, Rivo Rakotomalala, Tahinamandranto Rasamoelina, Simon Veilleux, Ariane Guth, Alexina Olivasoa Tsiky Zafinimampera, Sonya Ratefiarisoa, Olivette Totofotsy, Cheick Oumar Doumbia, Rivomalala Rakotonavalona, Holinirina Ramananjanahary, Zely Arivelo Randriamanantany, Jürgen May, Rivo Andry Rakotoarivelo, Dewi Ismajani Puradiredja, Daniela Fusco

“…Results Key strategy adaptations included using a proactive campaign approach, community-led awareness and outreach, particularly in remote areas, and addressing cold chain, waste management, vaccine transport, and information technology (IT) equipment gaps. …”
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An optimized approach for predicting water quality features and a performance evaluation for mapping surface water potential zones based on Discriminant Analysis (DA), Geographical... by Abhijeet Das

“…This highlights the critical need for focused interventions to protect the river ecosystem and the welfare of the communities that depend on it, and it also offers insightful information for sustainable environmental management.…”
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In vitro anticancer effects of frankincense and its nanoemulsions for enhanced cancer cell targeting by Rayya A. Al-Balushi, Aiswarya Chaudhuri, Raghuram Kandimalla, Ashanul Haque, Khalaf M. Alenezi, Mohd. Saeed, Mohammad Changez, Thuraya Al Harthy, Mohammed Al Hinaai, Samra Siddiqui, Ashish Kumar Agrawal, Farrukh Aqil, Farrukh Aqil

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Study of water pollution parameters in the dry and rainy seasons on the pollution index of the Mesuji River, Lampung, Indonesia by Abu Rosid Istomi, Suharso, Buhani, Tugiyono, Heri Satria, Emi Artika, Annisaa Siti Zulaicha

“…The pollution index classified the river as polluted in the dry season and lightly polluted in the rainy season, highlighting the need for effective pollution management strategies.…”
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Recent Advances in Fiber-Optic Sensors for the Detection of Inorganic Acidic Gases by Lingnan Kong, Yuanke Gong, Xiaoyu Zhong, Yang Liu, Bo Wan, Quanhua Xie, Yuanyuan He, Xiaoling Peng, Haixing Chang, Dengjie Zhong, Huiling Liu, Nianbing Zhong

“…Therefore, the demand for inorganic acidic gas sensors for air quality monitoring and management has continuously increased, enabling the development of various sensing technologies. …”
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Telehomecare Monitoring for Patients Receiving Anticancer Oral Therapy: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Evaluability Study by Dominique Tremblay, Thomas Joly-Mischlich, Annick Dufour, Marie-Claude Battista, Djamal Berbiche, José Côté, Marco Décelles, Catherine Forget, Brigitte Guérin, Manon Larivière, Frédéric Lemay, Manon Lemonde, Éric Maillet, Nathalie Moreau, Michel Pavic, Sara Soldera, Catherine Wilhelmy

“…Research shows variations in the benefits and challenges TM brings to equitable access to care, the therapeutic relationship, self-management, and practice transformation. Further investigation into these variations factors will improve implementation processes and produce effective outcomes. …”
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Exploring mental health in veterinary students: common stressors and effective coping strategies: a narrative review by Rahib K. Islam, Emily K. Cobb, Hannah K. McCowan, Kylie Watson, Kaustuv Bhattacharya, Kaustuv Bhattacharya, Anjali Chandra, Warda Mohiuddin, Karen Gruszynski, Karen Gruszynski, Amanda H. Wilkerson, John J. Dascanio, Robert E. Davis, Vinayak K. Nahar, Vinayak K. Nahar

“…Veterinary schools should prioritize creating a supportive environment to ensure students can manage the demands of their profession while maintaining their mental health and wellbeing.…”
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Placental Vascular Malperfusion in Pregnancies With Congenital Heart Disease by Nour Rahnama, MD, Arthur Colson, MD, PhD, Pamela Baldin, MD, PhD, Agnès Pasquet, MD, PhD, Damien Gruson, MD, PhD, David Vancraeynest, MD, PhD, Christophe Beauloye, MD, PhD, Frédéric Debiève, MD, PhD, Sophie Pierard, MD, PhD

“…Background: Advances in congenital heart disease (CHD) management have improved survival rates, resulting in a growing population of women of childbearing age with CHD. …”
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Time-restricted feeding improves metabolic syndrome by activating thermogenesis in brown adipose tissue and reducing inflammatory markers by Yueling Gong, Yueling Gong, Honghui Zhang, Jiang Feng, Li Ying, Mengmeng Ji, Shiyin Wei, Shiyin Wei, Qiming Ma

“…This study aims to investigate the impact of TRF on weight management, glucose metabolism, insulin resistance, and lipid metabolism in male C57BL/6J mice, particularly in the context of metabolic disorders induced by a high-fat diet (HFD).MethodsC57BL/6J mice were divided into two groups: a normal diet (ND) group and a high-fat diet (HFD) group. …”
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