Efficacy of an Emergency Cervical Cerclage Using Absorbable Monofilament Sutures by Yuka Sato, Nobuhiro Hidaka, Takahiro Nakano, Saki Kido, Masahiro Hachisuga, Yasuyuki Fujita, Kiyoko Kato

“…Among the 23 patients (18 singleton and five twin pregnancies) evaluated, ultrasound-indicated (progressive cervical length shortening) were eight (35%) and physical examination-indicated (fetal membranes that prolapsed into the vagina or dilated cervix) were 15 patients (65%). …”
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Exploring the impact of genetic factors and fatty acid quality on visceral and overall Fat levels in overweight and obese women: a genetic risk score study by Niloufar Rasaei, Atefeh Tavakoli, Saba Mohammadpour, Mehdi Karimi, Alireza Khadem, Azam Mohamadi, Seyedeh Fatemeh Fatemi, Fatemeh Gholami, Khadijeh Mirzaei

“…We have employed standard methods to measure biochemical factors, anthropometrics, and physical activity levels. Finally, the GRS was created by combining three SNPs [CAV-1 (rs3807992), Cry-1 (rs2287161), and MC4R (rs17782313)]. …”
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The prevalence and 6-year incidence of myopic tessellation in a Chinese rural adult population: the Handan Eye Study by Caixia Lin, Jian Wu, Kai Cao, Bingsong Wang, Yuxin Fang, Ohno-Matsui Kyoko, Yunyun Sun, Jie Hao, Lixia Ma, Ye Zhang, Qing Zhang, Ningli Wang, the Handan Eye Study Group

“…Participants had detailed eye examinations and physical examinations; a detailed questionnaire was also well administered. …”
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Intellectual capital profile dengan pendekatan VAIC: efisienkah di bank syariah by Kania Nurcholisah, Nurleli Nurleli, Nurfahmiyati Nurfahmiyati

“…Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi sejauh mana Intellectual Capital Profile yang dibentuk dari  dari Human, Struktur Physical dan financial capital Di bank syariah. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kuantitatif, yaitu suatu penelitian yang bertujuan untuk menjelaskan karakteristik variabel penelitian. …”
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Formulation Design and Cell Cytotoxicity of Curcumin-Loaded Liposomal Solid Gels for Anti-Hepatitis C Virus by Helmy Yusuf, Erlyn K. D. D. Novitasari, Ni L. W. Purnami, Adhe W. Mahbub, Retno Sari, Dwi Setyawan

“…Parameters including the physical characteristics and the cell cytotoxicity properties were evaluated. …”
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Research on the 3D Fine Modeling Method of In-Service Road by Hui Qi, Bori Cong, Rufei Liu, Xiaoli Li, Zongyao Yan, Qingying Li, Ming Li

“…To achieve the digitization of all traffic infrastructure elements and enable three-dimensional digital representation of physical facilities, a multilevel road three-dimensional reverse modeling method is proposed based on road point cloud data obtained by a vehicle laser scanning system. …”
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Initiation and sustenance of small portion size consumption behavior in rural Appalachia, USA: Application of multi-theory model (MTM) by Ram Lakhan, Sierra Turner, Sangyal Dorjee, Manoj Sharma

“…Results: Stepwise multiple regression demonstrated that initiation of small portion size consumption was explained by participatory dialogue (advantages outweighing disadvantages), behavioral confidence, and changes in physical environment (R2 = 47.9%, P < 0.001) and continuation of behavior by emotional transformation and practices for change (R2 = 40.2%, P < 0.001). …”
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Adaptation variation of easiness on environmental, social, and governance components in the selected sustainability developments by F.R. Sutikno, N.A. Sasongko, I.N. Djarot, H.S. Dillon

“…BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Environmental, Social, and Governance reporting is universally recognized as a pivotal component embraced by the industry to address climate change and serve as a safeguard to the physical and social environments of society. In the absence of global standards, organizations have developed standardized reporting frameworks for companies. …”
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Promotive, preventive, and treatment interventions for adolescent mental health in sub-Saharan Africa: A protocol for two scoping reviews including systematic analyses of intervent... by James Steel, Fantacy Twagira, Maaike L Seekles, Angela I Obasi

“…Poor mental health in adolescence is associated with a range of mental, physical and social problems in later life. In sub-Saharan Africa, limited data suggests that mental disorders amongst adolescents are common. …”
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Propranolol for Treatment of Infantile Hemangioma: Efficacy and Effect on Pediatric Growth and Development by Rachel A. Giese, Merit Turner, Mario Cleves, J. Reed Gardner, Gresham T. Richter

“…This study examines physical growth, developmental milestones, and human growth hormone (hGH) levels in infants receiving propranolol for problematic IH. …”
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Strategies to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on child and youth well-being: a scoping review protocol by Jeanna Parsons Leigh, Henry T Stelfox, Perri R Tutelman, Diane L Lorenzetti, Melanie C Anglin, Kirsten M Fiest, Stephana Julia Moss, Emily A FitzGerald, Stacie Smith, Micaela Harley, Kathryn Birnie, Sara J Mizen

“…Wide-ranging negative effects (eg, social isolation, lack of physical activity) of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and youth are well established. …”
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Optical Coherence Tomography by Pier Alberto Testoni

“…Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is an optical imaging modality that performs high-resolution, cross-sectional, subsurface tomographic imaging of the microstructure of tissues. The physical principle of OCT is similar to that of B-mode ultrasound imaging, except that it uses infrared light waves rather than acoustic waves. …”
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Preparedness for and impact of COVID-19 on primary health care delivery in urban and rural Malawi: a mixed methods study by Tracy Morse, Kondwani Chidziwisano, Gift Kawalazira, Mackwellings Maganizo Phiri, Eleanor Elizabeth MacPherson, Mindy Panulo, Khumbo Kalua, Chawanangwa Mahebere Chirambo, Zaziwe Gundah, Penjani Chunda

“…Frontline workers reported challenges in managing physical distancing and in handling suspected COVID-19 cases. …”
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Synthesis, characterization, and application of novel reusable clay-based magnetic nanocomposite for the removal of organic dyes from water by Abdelfattah Amari, Norah Salem Alsaiari, Naim Ben Ali, Mohamed A Ismail, Mohamed A Tahoon

“…The characterization techniques were used to study the physical and chemical properties of nanocomposite and approve the successful synthesis. …”
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Weight status of children aged 2-5 years old, attending a paediatric outpatient clinic and its association with parental feeding style and parental perceptions of weight status by Aisling Lee, Helen Callaghan, Dara Gallagher, Annette Lalor, Louise Rattigan, Hilary Greaney, Laura Keaver

“…It is important to balance dietary intake and physical activity to maintain a healthy weight status. …”
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The perceived workload of first-line healthcare professionals during neonatal resuscitation by Hai-Bo Huang, Kui Sang, Ming Zhou, Lin Yi, Jiang-Qin Liu, Chuan-Zhong Yang, Brenda H.Y. Law, Georg M. Schmölzer, Po-Yin Cheung

“…The NASA-TLX data on mental, physical, temporal demand, performance, effort, and frustration were independently rated by participants and collated to a composite score of all dimensions. …”
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Smart home technology to support engagement in everyday activities while ageing: A focus group study with current and future generations of older adults. by William Son Galanza, Jens Offerman, Sofi Fristedt, Susanne Iwarsson, Nebojsa Malesevic, Steven M Schmidt

“…Our findings revealed that the participants' decision-making process for adopting SHT involved designs that must be adapted to the changing physical abilities and diverse needs of users. Some conditions, such as ideas for re-invention, were identified after the integration of SHT. …”
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Unhealthy alcohol use and risk of coronary heart disease among young and middle-aged adults by Jamal S. Rana, Felicia W. Chi, Isaac Acquah, Stacy A. Sterling

“…Cox proportional hazards models adjusted for age, sex, race/ethnicity, body mass index, physical activity, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. …”
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Differential effects of clary sage (Salvia sclarea L.) oil and linalyl acetate on depression levels in diabetic foot ulcer patients with T2DM: a randomized blinded controlled trial by Ji Won Son, Purum Kang, Sun Seek Min, Geun Hee Seol, Geun Hee Seol

“…BackgroundDiabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a significant global health concern due to its substantial burden on individuals and healthcare systems. In addition to its physical impact, DFU has emotional effects on patients. …”
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Effect of homemade peanut oil consumption during pregnancy on low birth weight and preterm birth outcomes: a cohort study in Southwestern China by Yanxu Zhong, Huan Lu, Yuyan Jiang, Minyan Rong, Xiangming Zhang, Tippawan Liabsuetrakul

“…Advanced maternal age, lack of physical exercise during pregnancy, passive smoking, or pregnancy complications were also more likely to have a higher risk of LBW. …”
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