Examining adherence to oral anticancer medications through a human factors engineering framework: Protocol for a scoping review. by Irene D Lin, Matthew B Shotts, Ahmad Al-Hader, Kellie Jones Weddle, Richard J Holden, Emily L Mueller, Monica R Macik, Mirian Ramirez, Ephrem Abebe

“…Two reviewers will independently screen study titles and abstracts for inclusion with a third reviewer adjudicating conflicts. …”
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Are medical school preclinical tests biased for sex and race? A differential item functioning analysis by Esther Dasari Dale, Mohammed A. A. Abulela, Hao Jia, Claudio Violato

“…Measurement specialists and subject matter experts independently reviewed the items to identify construct-irrelevant factors as potential sources for DIF as demonstrated in Appendix A. …”
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Cardiovascular reactivity and prediction of the high blood pressure in the community. by Mikhail Benet Rodríguez, Liliana J Espinosa Chang, Juan José Apollinaire Pennini, Milagros L León Regal, María Felicia Casanova González

“…<strong>Objetive: </strong>This study expects to show that cardiovascular hyperreactivity determined by the sustained weight test is a predictor of the high blood pressure independently from other cardiovascular risk factors. …”
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Breast Suspicious Microcalcifications on Contrast-Enhanced Mammograms: Practice and Reflection by Zhao X

“…The enhancement patterns of CEM in this study were classified into three categories: enhancement, no enhancement, and indeterminate. CEM imaging was independently analyzed by two breast imaging specialists.Results: A total of 44 patients with 46 lesions were collected from January 2022 to July 2024. …”
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Prognostic impact of presenting symptoms of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma by Samuel Jun Ming Lim, Ying Hao, George Boon Bee Goh, Jason Pik Eu Chang, Chee Kiat Tan

“…On multivariable Cox regression analysis, only fluid retention (hazard ratio [HR] 1.56, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.30–1.87) and jaundice (HR 1.36, 95% CI 1.07–1.74) were independently associated with shorter survival. There was no significant relationship between the duration of symptoms and overall survival. …”
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Measurement properties of the sit-to-stand test in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis using the COSMIN guidelines... by Christopher Farley, Stuart M Phillips, Jenna Smith-Turchyn, Dina Brooks

“…Study selection and data extraction will be conducted independently and in duplicate. We will assess the risk of bias using the COSMIN Risk of Bias tool, assess results against the COSMIN updated criteria for good measurement properties, and summarize certainty of evidence using the modified Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) tool. …”
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Cycles of History: China, North Korea and the End of the Korean War by Sheila Miyoshi Jager

“…Kim Il Sung's ability to play off the communist superpowers during the years of the Sino-Soviet split in the 1960s largely guaranteed his independence once the war had ended. This situation changed after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. …”
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Development of a guide for continuous positive airway pressure use - A good fit: Making continuous positive airway pressure work for you by Adeel Meraj, Lauren Koep, Muhammad R. Baig

“…This guide can be used by veterans independently at their homes to improve CPAP use. A printer-friendly version is available for download on the South Central Mental Illness, Research, Education and Clinical Center (SC MIRECC) and the South Texas Veterans Healthcare System (STVHCS) website. …”
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Protocol for a systematic review of economic evaluations considering costs and health outcomes of weather and climate-related extreme events in humans by Collins Iwuji, Saeideh Babashahi, Kingsley Orievulu, Ekeminiabasi Eyita-Okon, Dominic Kniveton

“…Two reviewers will independently assess each study for inclusion. Study quality will be evaluated with the recommended quality assessment tools. …”
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Association between wasting and inadequate breastfeeding practices among infants under six months in SNNPR and Somali regions of Ethiopia: A multilevel cross-sectional study. by Bethel Getachew, Yemane Berhane, Yadeta Dessie, Walelegn W Yallew, Hanna Y Berhane, Sunny S Kim

“…Non-exclusive breastfeeding (APR = 1.50; 95% CI:1.02, 2.21), delayed initiation of breastfeeding (APR = 1.52; CI:1.00, 2.30), being male infants (APR = 1.50; 95% CI:1.09, 2.07), and mothers who attained primary level (APR = 0.62; 95% CI: 0.40, 0.95) or secondary level education (APR = 0.30; 95% CI: 0.09, 0.99) were independently associated with wasting in the multivariable analysis.…”
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Efficacy of CAD/CAM Glass Fiber Posts for the Restoration of Endodontically Treated Teeth by Maira Alejandra Gutiérrez, Camilo Alejandro Guerrero, Paula Alejandra Baldion

“…The authors of this review independently screened the search results, extracted data, and assessed the risk of bias. …”
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CHIEF OBAFEMI AWOLOWO’S POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY AND WELFARIST APPROACH TO STATECRAFT IN NIGERIA’S FIRST AND SECOND REPUBLIC by FRIDAY JOHN OGALEYE, GODWIN A. VAASEH

“…Chief Obafemi Jeremiah Oyeniyi Awolowo, GCFR, was a nobleman, politician, Yoruba leader, and advocate for Nigerian and African independence. The study explores into his reasoning and methods for improving effective leadership and reinforcing good governance in Nigeria by promoting intellectual capacity among political leaders, leading to general growth and development. …”
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Bilge Kağan Hazinesinin Gün Yüzüne Çıkarılması: Bilge Kağan Anıt Alanı Kazı Çalışmaları by Kürşat KOÇAK, L. Gürkan GÖKÇEK

“…The Göktürk goverment declared independence in 682 in the leadership of Kutlug and Tonyukuk after 40 years captivity following the collapse in 634 because Bilge Kağan and Kül Tigin were at small ages Kapgan Kağan’s ascended the throne after Kutlug Kağan’s death. …”
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Role of prescribed medication in the development of iron deficiency anaemia in adults—a case–control study by Orouba Almilaji, Jonathon Snook, Kiran Prabhu, Elizabeth Williams, Frazer Warricker

“…In contrast to the relationship with PPIs, the association with OACs was primarily in the IDA sub-group with haemorrhagic lesions.Conclusion Long-term exposure to PPIs and OACs are independently associated with the risk of developing IDA. …”
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Vertical and Horizontal Proportions of the Face and their Correlation to Phi in a South Indian Population by Crystal R. Soans, Karishma A. Mathew, M. Subramanya Ravi, K. Gauthami, Shalin Shersha

“…A total of 11 vertical and horizontal ratios were independently measured for males and females, and their relation to phi was assessed. …”
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Prevalence and Incidence of Injury during Olympic-style Shooting Events: A Systematic Review by Mica R. Harr, Cody J. Mansfield, Bailey Urbach, Matt Briggs, James Onate, Laura C. Boucher

“…Studies were included if they reported prevalence or incidence of injury in collegiate or Olympic shooting events, and were excluded if inclusion criteria were not met, full text was unavailable, or not in English. Two reviewers independently screened articles in two phases: 1) screening of titles/abstracts 2) full text review. …”
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Biodegradation potential of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) using Aspergillus niger and Phanerochaete chrysosporium by Pankaj R. Sutkar, Smriti S. Hadkar, Subodh A. Kamble, Vinayak P. Dhulap

“…Aspergillus niger and Phanerochaete chrysosporium were the two fungal species that were isolated from garbage soil and screened in two medium broths independently i.e. Czapek-Dox broth (CDB) and Mineral salt medium (MSM). …”
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‘I really feel like I am ageing early’: an interpretative phenomenological analysis of the lived experience of young adults with life-limiting conditions (YALLC) by Poh Heng Chong, Xiangyi Chen, Zhi Zheng Yeo, Celene Ting, Ya Nee Poh, Qishun Raymond Ang

“…In-depth, semistructured interviews were conducted, and verbatim transcripts analysed iteratively.Results Four major themes emerged: (1) living with limitations and in limbo—compressed timelines and confusion, triggered by dissonance between age-expected versus developmentally appropriate aspirations and goals; (2) experiencing identity crises, confronting existential concerns and chasing the elusive goal of enduring connection—struggle between public versus self-identities, including issues around self-worth and purpose; (3) striving for autonomy while tolerating interdependence/codependence—tensions arising from their desire for independence against the need to rely on others and (4) accepting and appreciating LLC as integral to one’s existence—demonstrating adaptability, creativity and resilience. …”
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A Meta-analysis: Effect of Stem Cells Transplantation on Rehabilitation of Diabetes Mellitus with Limb Ischemia by Yongjin LIU, Bo DU, Bowei HUANG, Suping HUANG

“…Objective:To systematically review the effect of stem cells on the rehabilitation of diabetes mellitus with limb ischemia.Methods:We electronically searched databases including PubMed, FMRS, SCI, CNKI, WanFang and VIP databases to collect randomized controlled trials (RCTs) about the rehabilitation of diabetes mellitus with limb ischemia which published before October 2016. Two reviewers independently screened literature, extracted data and assessed the risk of bias of included studies. …”
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Mindfulness and consumer behavior: a bibliometric analysis of themes and trends over 20 years by Maria-Angeles Iniesta-Bonillo, Alinne Pompeu-Queiros, Maria Mercedes Capobianco Uriarte, Helena Alves

“…Consumer behavior and mindfulness have been studied independently in fields such as psychology and sociology for several decades. …”
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