Efek Pemberian Kefir Susu Kambing Madu pada Gambaran Histopatologi Pankreas dan Fungsi Ginjal pada Tikus Diabetes by Amelia Luthfiyah Mulyadewi, Ibnu Malkan Bakhrul Ilmi, Angga Hardiansyah

“…Fungsi ginjal dianalisis dengan pre-post test melalui pengukuran kadar BUN dan kreatinin, sementara pemeriksaan gambaran histopatologi dievaluasi pada akhir penelitian. …”
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Accuracy of Artificial Intelligence Based Chatbots in Analyzing Orthopedic Pathologies: An Experimental Multi-Observer Analysis by Tobias Gehlen, Theresa Joost, Philipp Solbrig, Katharina Stahnke, Robert Zahn, Markus Jahn, Dominik Adl Amini, David Alexander Back

“…Data were analyzed statistically for accuracy and correlation between the apps and physicians using a nonparametric Spearman’s correlation test (<i>p</i> < 0.05). <b>Results:</b> The physicians provided the correct diagnosis in 84.4 ± 18.4% of cases (range: 53.3 to 96.7%), and the symptom checker apps in 35.8 ± 1.0% of cases (range: 26.7 to 54.2%). …”
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Frequency of consumption and factors associated with hookah use in Curitiba, Brazil: a cross-sectional study by Heloisa Franco de Meira, Paulo Henrique Couto Souza, Juliana Schaia Rocha Orsi, Fernanda Tiboni, Sérgio Aparecido Ignácio, Constanza Andrea Hernandez Meza, Flávia Sukekava, Arieli Carini Michels, Amanda Dallegrave Vicentin, Patricia Lupion Torres, Emanuela Carla dos Santos, Mariana Hornung Marins, Aldini Beuting Pereira, Paula Cristina Trevilatto, Aline Cristina Batista Rodrigues Johann

“…Multivariate analysis was performed using the backward method with p ≤ 0.20 in the chi-square test, and variables with p ≤ 0.05 were included in the final model. …”
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Sub-surface flow constructed wetland for the treatment of sewage generated in a municipal park by A.M. Vazquez, A. Samudio-Oggero, H.D. Nakayama, I. Cantero-García

“…Following several laboratory tests, the present work has the objective of evaluating the impact of thepark’s recently constructed wetland’son the treatment of residual waters.There are several parameters evaluated in thisstudy of final wastewater discharge disposal treatmentthrough a constructed wetland of horizontal flow with Typhadomingensis. …”
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Assessment of upper respiratory and gut bacterial microbiomes during COVID-19 infection in adults: potential aerodigestive transmission by Hafez Al-Momani, Andrew Nelson, Hadeel Al Balawi, Dua’a Al Balawi, Iman Aolymat, Ashraf I. Khasawneh, Hala Tabl, Ayman Alsheikh, AbdelRahman M. Zueter, Jeffrey Pearson, Christopher Ward

“…This research explored the relationship between the microbiomes of the upper respiratory and GI tracts in patients with COVID-19 and examined Extraesophageal reflux (EOR), a mechanism which could contribute to dysregulated communication between the GI and respiratory tract (as identified in COVID-19). 97 patients with a laboratory diagnosis of COVID-19 infection, and 50 age-matched controls were recruited and stool, saliva and sputum were obtained from each participant. ELISA Pepsin tests and Reflux Symptom Index scores (RSI) were conducted for EOR assessment. …”
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Artificial intelligence-enhanced comprehensive assessment of the aortic valve stenosis continuum in echocardiographyResearch in context by Jiesuck Park, Jiyeon Kim, Jaeik Jeon, Yeonyee E. Yoon, Yeonggul Jang, Hyunseok Jeong, Youngtaek Hong, Seung-Ah Lee, Hong-Mi Choi, In-Chang Hwang, Goo-Yeong Cho, Hyuk-Jae Chang

“…We performed internal (internal test dataset [ITDS], n = 841) and external validation (distinct hospital dataset [DHDS], n = 1696; temporally distinct dataset [TDDS], n = 772) for diagnostic value across various stages of AS and prognostic value for composite endpoints (cardiovascular death, heart failure, and aortic valve replacement). …”
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Investigating variability of craft microbreweries spent grains for classification and incorporation into precision diet formulation through multivariate analyses by Arturo Macias Franco, Aghata E.M. Silva, Tio Brody, Graham Holton, Macy Rockwell, Nelcino F. De Paula, Leilson R. Bezerra, Mozart A. Fonseca

“…These clusters were further evaluated through in vitro fermentation tests, assessing gas production, digestibility, and fermentation characteristics. …”
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Influence of drought stress on phosphorus dynamics and maize growth in tropical ecosystems by Mohsin Mahmood, Jujie Wang, Sajid Mehmood, Waqas Ahmed, Anam Ayyoub, Mahmoud F. Seleiman, Ahmed Salah Elrys, Ahmed S. M. Elnahal, Adnan Mustafa, Xiuwen Wei, Weidong Li

“…This study simulated drought conditions in tropical soils using maize as a test crop under varying field capacity (FC) levels (100%, 80%, 60%, 40%, and 20%) over a 60-day pot experiment. …”
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Psychometric properties and meaningful change thresholds for the QOL-E instrument in patients with myelodysplastic neoplasms by Esther Natalie Oliva, Shien Guo, Jennifer Lord-Bessen, Aylin Yucel, Roberto Latagliata, Massimo Breccia, Giuseppe A. Palumbo, Grazia Sanpaolo, Marta Riva, Valeria Santini, Uwe Platzbecker, Guillermo Garcia-Manero, Pierre Fenaux, Christopher G. Pelligra

“…The QOL-E domain/summary scores demonstrated acceptable convergent/divergent and known-groups validity. Test-retest reliability and internal consistency was confirmed with intraclass correlation coefficients and Cronbach alpha exceeding 0.70 across most QOL-E domains/summary scores. …”
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Twenty-four weeks of combined training in different environments, aquatic and land, in the type 2 diabetes management (Aquatic and Land Exercise for Diabetes -ALED): protocol of a... by Larissa dos Santos Leonel, Ingrid Alessandra Victoria Wolin, Angélica Danielevicz, Mabel Diesel, Marina Isolde Constantini, João Batista de Oliveira Junior, Allana Andrade Souza, Thaís Reichert, João Gabriel Silveira-Rodrigues, Danusa Dias Soares, Marcelo Fernando Ronsoni, Simone Van De Sande Lee, Alex Rafacho, Guilherme Fleury Fina Speretta, Karla Siqueira Lottermann, Josefina Bertoli, Alexandre Pastoris Muller, Aline Mendes Gerage, Cíntia de La Rocha Freitas, Rodrigo Sudatti Delevatti

“…For intra- and inter-group comparisons, generalized estimating equations will be applied and analyzed by intention-to-treat and per-protocol adopting the Bonferroni post hoc test. Discussion The obtained results may provide insights to enhance understanding of the benefits of the aquatic and dry-land environment on various health outcomes, as well as acute aspects and safety considerations of the training. …”
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Role of Virtual iMRI in Glioblastoma Surgery: Advantages, Limitations, and Correlation with iCT and Brain Shift by Erica Grasso, Francesco Certo, Mario Ganau, Giulio Bonomo, Giuseppa Fiumanò, Giovanni Buscema, Andrea Maugeri, Antonella Agodi, Giuseppe M. V. Barbagallo

“…A statistically significant reduction towards lower TRE values after EIF was observed for test structures. <b>Conclusions</b>: Virtual iMRI was proven to be a feasible option to detect residual tumour. …”
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Procedural sedative effect of remimazolam in ICU patients on invasive mechanical ventilation: a randomised, prospective study by Youli Tian, Jintong Li, Minggen Jin, YiHua Piao, Jisheng Sheng, Zhixiong Mei, Qingsong Cui, Lilin Li

“…Eighty patients from a single centre were randomly assigned to either the propofol group or the remimazolam group. Blood tests were conducted to evaluate changes in lactate, blood lipids, liver and kidney function, and inflammatory markers, and patients’ vital signs were observed over several periods. …”
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Development of a pediatric obstructive sleep apnea triage algorithm by D. S. Heath, H. El-Hakim, Y. Al-Rahji, E. Eksteen, T. C. Uwiera, A. Isaac, M. Castro-Codesal, C. Gerdung, J. Maclean, P. J. Mandhane

“…Abstract Introduction Diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children is often delayed due to the high prevalence and limited physician and sleep testing resources. As a result, children may be referred to multiple specialties, such as pediatric sleep medicine and pediatric otolaryngology, resulting in long waitlists. …”
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Microplastics: A threat to Fetoplacental unit and Reproductive systems by Abass Toba Anifowoshe, Md Noor Akhtar, Abisola Majeed, Asem Sanjit Singh, Toyyibah Funmilayo Ismail, Upendra Nongthomba

“…They also bioaccumulate in testes, altering spermatogenesis, spermatozoa morphology, testosterone production, body weights, and inflammation as reported in mice. …”
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Efficacy and safety of first-line or second-line selective laser trabeculoplasty for normal-tension glaucoma: a multicentre cohort study by Tomoko Naito, Kazuyuki Hirooka, Toru Nakazawa, Masaki Tanito, Shiro Mizoue, Katsuyoshi Suzuki, Keiji Yoshikawa, Itaru Kimura, Yasushi Ikuno, Takako Miki, Kazuhisa Sugiyama, Tairo Kimura, Akiko Narita, Tadashi Nakano, Tomoyuki Watanabe, Koji Nitta, Kae Sugihara, Maki Katai, Takuji Matsuda, Hiroaki Ozaki, Kaori Komatsu, Yoshiaki Saito, Takeshi Sagara, Aika Tsutsui, Akiko Ishida, Satoru Tsuda, Toyoaki Tsumura, Naoki Tojo, Naoto Tokuda, Kenji Nakamoto, Naka Shiratori, Mami Nanno, Naoya Nezu, Yoshitaka Tasaka, Shigeru Mori, Shigeki Yamabayashi, Kimihito Konno, Miyuki Domoto

“…Most post-treatment complications were minor and transient.Conclusions SLT may be an effective and safe treatment option for NTG, as either a first-line or second-line treatment.Trial registration number The study was registered in the UMIN-CTR (UMIN Test ID: UMIN R000044059).…”
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Incidence of SARS-CoV-2 reinfection in a paediatric cohort in Kuwait by Mohammad Alghounaim, Saadoun Bin-Hasan, Fatemah Alhaddad, Ali Abdulkareem, Danah Alsharrah, Abdullah Alkandari, Mona Al-Ahmad, Hashem Al Hashemi

“…SARS-CoV-2 reinfection was defined as having two or more positive SARS-CoV-2 PCR tests done on a respiratory sample, at least 45 days apart. …”
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Collaborative design of a care pathway for pharmacy-based PrEP delivery in Nigeria: insights from stakeholder consultation by Obinna I. Ekwunife, Theodora C. Omenoba, Ugochi Eyong, Valentine Okelu, Michael Alagbile, Ifeanyi Ume, Ambrose Eze, Aderinola Fisayo, Gloria Aidoo-Frimpong, Farah Shroff, Chimezie Anyakora

“…Conclusions The identified challenges and strategies for implementing the model in Nigeria will inform the development of a refined pharmacy-delivered PrEP framework that is ready for pilot testing and potential scaling across the country.…”
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Co-creation and application of a framework for the de-prioritization of urban communities during insecticide-treated bed net mass campaigns for malaria prevention and control in Kw... by Ifeoma D. Ozodiegwu, Laurette Mhlanga, Eniola A. Bamgboye, Adeniyi F. Fagbamigbe, Cyril Ademu, Chukwu Okoronkwo, Joshua O. Akinyemi, Akintayo O. Ogunwale, IkeOluwapo O. Ajayi, Beatriz Galatas

“…A map combining malaria test positivity rates among children under five and the proportion of poor settlements was identified as the most accurate depiction of ward-level malaria risk. …”
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Alloplasmic recombinant lines (H. vulgare)-T. aestivum with 1RS.1BL translocation: initial genotypes for production of common wheat varieties by L. A. Pershina, L. I. Belova, N. V. Trubacheeva, T. S. Osadсhaya, V. K. Shumny, I. A. Belan, L. P. Rosseeva, V. V. Nemchenko, S. N. Abakumov

“…Alloplasmic lines L-311(1)–L-311(6) showed their advantage in comparison with the standard varieties for resistance to leaf and stem rust, yield, and grain quality. The breeding tests performed at Omsk Agricultural Scientific Center, Agrocomplex “Kurgansemena”, Federal State Unitary Enterprise “Ishimskoe” (Tyumen Region), using alloplasmic lines L-311(5), L-311(4) and L-311(6) resulted in varieties of spring common wheat Sigma, Uralosibirskaya 2 and Ishimskaya 11, respectively.…”
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Evaluating the feasibility, sensitivity, and specificity of next-generation molecular methods for pleural infection diagnosis by Peter T. Bell, Timothy Baird, John Goddard, Olusola S. Olagoke, Andrew Burke, Shradha Subedi, Tiana R. Davey, James Anderson, Derek S. Sarovich, Erin P. Price

“…Limitations of conventional diagnostic tests result in prolonged and inappropriately broad-spectrum antimicrobial use, encouraging antimicrobial resistance and leading to avoidable adverse effects. …”
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