Lymphopenia Is Associated with Gross Target Volumes and Fractions in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients Treated with External Beam Radiation Therapy and Also Indicates Worse Overall... by Hai-Ge Zhang, Ping Yang, Tao Jiang, Jian-Ying Zhang, Xue-Juan Jin, Yong Hu, Jing Sun, Shi-Suo Du, Zhao-Chong Zeng

“…To investigate whether lymphocyte nadir induced by radiation is associated with survival and explore its underlying risk factors in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). …”
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Recovery trajectories of mental health symptoms among Chinese adolescents following the end of COVID-19 by Jun Peng, Meihui He, Yongxing Guo, Yongxing Guo, Yongxing Guo, Jiangdong Diao, Jiangdong Diao, Kun Chen, Ziyi Deng, Lei Mo, Ruixiang Gao

“…A novel index was developed to account for both the number and severity of mental health risk factors, allowing for the classification of psychological symptoms into three subgroups: no, moderate, and severe. …”
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Serum uric acid level and subclinical left ventricular dysfunction: a community‐based cohort study by Koki Nakanishi, Masao Daimon, Yuriko Yoshida, Jumpei Ishiwata, Naoko Sawada, Megumi Hirokawa, Hidehiro Kaneko, Tomoko Nakao, Yoshiko Mizuno, Hiroyuki Morita, Marco R. Di Tullio, Shunichi Homma, Issei Komuro

“…In multivariable analysis, SUA as a continuous variable was significantly associated with abnormal LVGLS [adjusted odds ratio (OR), 1.26 per 1 mg/dL; P = 0.008] independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors, pertinent laboratory parameters and echocardiographic measures, and medications. …”
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Factors Affecting the Prognosis after Primary Tumor Resection for Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer with Synchronous Peritoneal Metastasis: A Multi-center, Prospective, Ob... by Satoru Kagami, Kimihiko Funahashi, Hirotoshi Kobayashi, Kenjiro Kotake, Masayasu Kawasaki, Yusuke Kinugasa, Hideki Ueno, Kotaro Maeda, Takeshi Suto, Michio Itabashi, Heita Ozawa, Fumikazu Koyama, Shingo Noura, Hideyuki Ishida, Masayuki Ohue, Tomomichi Kiyomatsu, Soichiro Ishihara, Keiji Koda, Hideo Baba, Kenji Kawada, Yojiro Hashiguchi, Takanori Goi, Yuji Toiyama, Naohiro Tomita, Eiji Sunami, Fumihiko Fujita, Jun Watanabe, Kenichi Hakamada, Goro Nakayama, Kenichi Sugihara, Yoichi Ajioka

“…Objectives: To clarify the risk factors affecting prognosis after primary tumor resection (PTR) in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer with synchronous peritoneal metastasis (mCRC-SPM). …”
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Circulating C19MC MicroRNAs in Preeclampsia, Gestational Hypertension, and Fetal Growth Restriction by Ilona Hromadnikova, Katerina Kotlabova, Marketa Ondrackova, Andrea Kestlerova, Veronika Novotna, Lucie Hympanova, Jindrich Doucha, Ladislav Krofta

“…The association analysis pointed to no relationship between C19MC microRNA plasmatic concentrations and expression profile and identified risk factors for a poorer perinatal outcome. However, the dependence between the levels of plasmatic C19MC microRNAs and the pulsatility index in the middle cerebral artery and the values of cerebroplacental ratio was demonstrated. …”
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Study on the relationship among typhoon, weather change and acute ischemic stroke in southern Zhejiang Province of China by Yao Tong, Yating Chen, Yulong Yu, Faxing Wang, Lina Lin, Gangjian He, Lingyang Chen, Xiuxiu Zhuang, Wenwen Du, Yunchang Mo

“…The presence of typhoon (RR 0.882; 95% CI 0.834 to 0.933, P < 0.001) was a protective factor, while maximum temperature (RR 1.021; 95% CI 1.008 to 1.033, P = 0.043) and the water vapor pressure (RR 1.036; 95% CI 1.006 to 1.067, P = 0.036) were risk factors. The occurrence under the influence of typhoons was lower than that without the influence of typhoons (P < 0.05). …”
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Batterer typologies: substance use, impulsivity and results of an IPVAW offender treatment program in Spain by Pedro V. Mateo-Fernández, Pedro V. Mateo-Fernández, Pedro V. Mateo-Fernández, Iria Osa-Subtil, Iria Osa-Subtil, Iria Osa-Subtil, Román Ronzón-Tirado, María Elena de la Peña Fernández

“…Impulsivity and early-onset alcohol use were identified as key risk factors for violent behavior. Latent class analysis revealed the existence of three sub-types, comprising high-risk batterers displaying high levels of aggression and drinking problems, low-risk batterers displaying high levels of secondary psychopathy, and medium-risk batterers.DiscussionThe study underscores the need for differentiated treatment approaches to address both psychological problems and substance use, while highlighting the need for personalized interventions to rein in violent behavior and prevent reoffending. …”
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Secondary neoplasms in survivors of pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia and lymphoblastic lymphoma: a single-center, retrospective study by Eri Ushida, Hidemi Toyoda, Atsushi Kohso, Yosuke Okumura, Kaori Niwa, Takahiro Ito, Mari Morimoto, Ryo Hanaki, Keishiro Amano, Shotaro Iwamoto, Takao Deguchi, Hiroki Hori, Masahiro Hirayama

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence of, risk factors for, and outcomes of secondary neoplasms in long-term survivors of ALL and LBL at a tertiary pediatric oncology center in Mie prefecture, Japan.ProcedureWe retrospectively reviewed 188 patients with ALL and LBL who were treated with an ALL-based therapeutic regimen at Mie University Hospital from January 1, 1977 to December 31, 2022 and followed up.ResultsTen patients developed secondary neoplasms, with 10-year and 20-year cumulative incidences of 2.9% [standard error (SE) = 1.5%] and 5.5% (SE = 2.3%), respectively. …”
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Post-craniotomy infections: A point-by-point approach by Giovanni Carone, Marta Bonada, Evelyn Gisell Belotti, Eugenia D'Angeli, Annica Piccardi, Fabio Martino Doniselli, Guido Gubertini, Cecilia Casali, Francesco DiMeco, Massimiliano Del Bene

“…Results: PCNI incidences range from 0.7% to 8%, predominantly caused by gram-positive bacteria, especially Staphylococcus species. Significant risk factors identified include CSF leakage, emergency surgery, and certain tumour types, with infections typically manifesting post-discharge. …”
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Leptospirosis Prevalence in Patients with Initial Diagnosis of Dengue by A. Dircio Montes Sergio, E. González Figueroa, Verdalet Guzmán María Saadia, Soler Huerta Elizabeth, Rivas Sánchez Beatriz, M. Altuzar Aguilar Víctor, J. Navarrete Espinosa

“…To determine the prevalence of leptospirosis in patients from Veracruz with initial diagnosis of dengue and its association with risk factors. Materials and Methods. Transversal study in patients who sought medical attention under the suspicion of dengue. …”
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Evaluating Pericoronary Adipose Tissue Attenuation to Predict Cardiovascular Events by Takahiro Nishihara, MD, PhD, Toru Miyoshi, MD, PhD, Kentaro Ejiri, MD, PhD, Kazuhiro Osawa, MD, PhD, Soichiro Fuke, MD, PhD, Kousuke Seiyama, MD, Masayuki Doi, MD, PhD, Mitsutaka Nakashima, MD, PhD, Takashi Miki, MD, PhD, Shinsuke Yuasa, MD, PhD

“…Conclusions: High RCA-PCATA showed significant association with future cardiovascular events after adjusting conventional risk factors and adverse coronary CTA findings in East Asian patients who underwent clinically indicated coronary CTA.…”
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Predicting the Development of Gastric Neoplasms in a Healthcare Cohort by Combining Helicobacter pylori Antibodies and Serum Pepsinogen: A 5-Year Longitudinal Study by Min-Sun Kwak, Goh Eun Chung, Su Jin Chung, Seung Joo Kang, Jong In Yang, Joo Sung Kim

“…Helicobacter pylori (HP) and gastric atrophy are risk factors for gastric cancer. We evaluated whether the combination of serum HP antibody and pepsinogen (PG), which is indicative of gastric atrophy, could serve as a predictive marker for the development of gastric neoplasms in a Korean population. …”
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Maternal Care Behavior and Care for Children Under Two during the First 1000 Days of Life in Relation to Stunting Incidence in Simoro Village, Sigi Regency by Nur Rosmala, Jusman Rau Muh, Dwi Larasati Rahma, Bengan Laba Stefiani, H Muh Rusydi, Rahmawati, Jamaluddin, Thursina R Erina

“…Sigi Regency, one of the regencies in Central Sulawesi, has a high stunting prevalence, reaching 26.4%. The risk factors for stunting include various factors, one of which is maternal care behavior during the prenatal, birth and postnatal periods, which are collectively known as care in the first thousand days of life. …”
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The impact of major congenital anomalies on obstetric outcomes in the United Arab Emirates: the Mutaba’ah Study by Hiba Adam, Nadirah Ghenimi, Anne F Minsart, Hassib Narchi, Shamsa Al Awar, Omniyat M Al Hajeri, Iffat Elbarazi, Rami H. Al-Rifai, Luai A. Ahmed

“…However, addressing the risk factors for MCAs and promoting a multidisciplinary approach would lead to even better outcomes for both mother and newborn.…”
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Predictors of Poor Outcome of Anti-MDA5-Associated Rapidly Progressive Interstitial Lung Disease in a Chinese Cohort with Dermatomyositis by Yuhui Li, Yimin Li, Jian Wu, Miao Miao, Xiaojuan Gao, Wenxin Cai, Miao Shao, Xuewu Zhang, Yan Xu, Lu Cong, Jing He, Xiaolin Sun

“…We identified older age and periungual erythema as two independent risk factors for RP-ILD mortality. Age≥57 years at disease onset was significantly associated with poor survival (P=0.02) in patients with anti-MDA5-associated RP-ILD, while patients with periungual erythema had a better survival rate than those without periungual erythema (P<0.05). …”
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A retrospective comparative study on the treatment of non-metastatic pancreatic cancer using high-intensity focused ultrasound versus radical surgery by Li Yu, Yunfei Liu, Zhiqiang Li, Yanyan Huang, Guangping Tu, Qiuling Shi, Lang Chen, Xiao Yu

“…Pain relief, Karnofsky Performance Scale (KPS), overall survival (OS), treatment-related complications and risk factors for OS were assessed.Results There was no significant difference in the pain relief rate at 30 days post-treatment between the two groups. …”
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Dendriform pulmonary ossification in military combat veterans: A case series by Jeremy T. Hua, Carlyne D. Cool, Tami J. Bang, Silpa D. Krefft, Richard C. Kraus, Cecile S. Rose

“…Access to large medical databases of military veterans with linkage to exposure histories may further elucidate risk factors for lung injury with ossification, paving the way for targeted prevention.…”
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Interaction effect between vitamin D and gestational diabetes mellitus in the second trimester by MA Ziwen, DING Xiaoying, CHU Liming, ZHANG Yan, ZHANG Aifeng, ZHU Yanjun, WANG Xun, XIE Zhenyu

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the relationship between serum 25(OH)D and gestational diabetes mellitus in the second trimester (GDM), to analyze the interaction effect of key risk factors, so as to provide a basis for clinical personalized vitamin D supplementation.MethodsA total of 266 pregnant women who registered and took regular obstetric check-ups in Shanghai Pudong New Area Health Care Hospital for Women and Children from June to December 2022, were selected as the research subjects. …”
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Role of postoperative radiotherapy in pT3N0 rectal cancer: A risk‐stratification system based on population analyses by Yun‐xia Huang, Yan‐zong Lin, Jin‐luan Li, Xue‐qing Zhang, Li‐rui Tang, Qing‐yang Zhuang, Fei‐fei Lin, Xi‐jin Lin, Jun‐xin Wu

“…We aimed to determine the risk factors for cancer‐specific survival (CSS) among these patients and to develop a risk‐stratification system to identify which of these patients would benefit from adjuvant radiotherapy. …”
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Navigating the future of agri-food supply chain: A conceptual framework using bibliometric review by Abdul Kafi, Nizamuddin bin Zainuddin, Mohd Fitri Mansor, Mohamed Najib Bin Salleh, Adam bin Mohd Saifudin, Nurhaizal Azam Arif, Syairah Aimi Shahron, Ravi Ramasamy, Ibrahim Hassan mohamud

“…Co-occurrence analysis was conducted to identify seven core research themes, namely: agri-food supply chain system; agri-food supply chain management; agri-food supply chain industry; agri-food supply chain risk factors; agri-food supply chain information; agri-food supply chain advancement; agri-food supply chain risk management; This study makes a significant contribution by constructing a comprehensive conceptual framework that logically organizes these thematic factors, aligning future research with emerging trends. …”
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