Advancing Pediatric Surgery: The Use of HoloLens 2 for 3D Anatomical Reconstructions in Preoperative Planning by Marco Di Mitri, Annalisa Di Carmine, Simone D’Antonio, Benedetta Maria Capobianco, Cristian Bisanti, Edoardo Collautti, Sara Maria Cravano, Francesca Ruspi, Michele Libri, Tommaso Gargano, Mario Lima

“…Methods: This study explores the integration of mixed reality technology, specifically the HoloLens 2 headset, for visualization and interaction with three-dimensional (3D) anatomical reconstructions obtained from computed tomography (CT) scans. Our prospective observational study, conducted at IRCCS (Scientific Hospitalization and Care Institute) Sant’Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital in Bologna, engaged ten pediatric surgeons, who assessed three types of anatomical malformations (splenic cysts, pulmonary cystic adenomatoid malformations, and pyelo-ureteral junction stenosis) and planned surgeries using both traditional 2D CT scans and 3D visualizations via HoloLens 2, followed by completing a questionnaire to evaluate the utility of each of these imaging techniques in surgical planning. …”
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A data ensemble-based approach for detecting vocal disorders using replicated acoustic biomarkers from electroglottography by Lizbeth Naranjo, Carlos J. Pérez, Daniel F. Merino

“…Introduction: The relevant prevalence of voice-related pathologies underscores the need for robust computer-aided diagnostic (CAD) systems capable of supporting early detection and continuous monitoring. …”
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Meteorological Drought Monitoring Based on Satellite CHIRPS Product over Gamo Zone, Southern Ethiopia by Amba Shalishe, Anirudh Bhowmick, Kumneger Elias

“…The Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) was computed using the gamma distribution method. The magnitude of (SPI-3) of monthly and seasonal (MAM) meteorological drought in the zone from 2000 to 2020. …”
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Digitalisation Profile of the Elderly and ‘Grey Digital Violence’ by Hatice Oğuz Özgür

“…While realising these purposes, in recent years, they prefer tools such as smart mobile phones and computers that allow them to use the Internet. In addition to these findings, it is voiced in the related studies that the elderly also experience some undesirable actions in the digital environment with the increase in the intensity of their use of digital technologies. …”
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X-ray pulsed light curves of highly compact neutron stars as probes of scalar–tensor theories of gravity by Tulio Ottoni, Jaziel G. Coelho, Rafael C. R. de Lima, Jonas P. Pereira, Jorge A. Rueda

“…We explore the potential of NS X-ray pulsed light curve observations to probe deviations from general relativity (GR) within the scalar–tensor theory (STT) of gravity framework. We compute the flux from a single, circular, finite-size hot spot, accounting for light bending, Shapiro time delay, and Doppler effect. …”
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Clinical value of motor function of digestive system investigation: past, present and future by A. S. Trukhmanov, O. A. Storonova, V. T. Ivashkin

“…С13-octanoic acid breath test, ultrasound investigation, single-photon emission computed tomography, magnetic-resonance tomography are widely applied as well. …”
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Fine-tuning GBS data with comparison of reference and mock genome approaches for advancing genomic selection in less studied farmed species by Daniel Fischer, Miika Tapio, Oliver Bitz, Terhi Iso-Touru, Antti Kause, Ilma Tapio

“…The integration of Snakemake streamlines the pipeline usage on computer clusters and supports customization. This user-friendly solution facilitates genotyping for both model and non-model species.…”
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Biomechanical Analysis of the Forces Exerted during Different Occlusion Conditions following Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy Treatment for Mandibular Deficiency by Yuan-Han Chang, Man-Yee Chan, Jui-Ting Hsu, Han-Yu Hsiao, Kuo-Chih Su

“…This study constructed a finite element analysis computer model of a miniplate implanted in the lower jaw. …”
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Isolated Superior Mesenteric Vein Tumor Thrombus in a Patient with Gastric Cancer by Barış Özcan, Metin Çevener, Ayşegül Kargı, Mustafa Özdoğan, Alihan Gürkan

“…A suspected tumor thrombus with contrast enhancement that completely obstructed the SMV was detected on triphasic abdominal computed tomography. Decision for surgery was made due to gastric tumor obstruction. …”
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Selection of Sustainable Building Material Using Multicriteria Decision-Making Model: A Case of Masonry Work in Lideta Subcity, Addis Ababa by Diriba Tegegne, Mebratu Abera, Esayas Alemayehu

“…In this method, pairwise comparisons were made among the criteria and subcriteria so that the weights of the criteria or subcriteria/or alternative on the bases of the indicated criteria were computed. Then, prioritization was made on the bases of the weight of the criteria. …”
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Signal Processing-Free Intelligent Model for Power Quality Disturbances Identification by Mohammed F. Al-Mashdali, Asif Islam, Abdulbasit Hassan, Md Shafiullah, Mujahed Al-Dhaifallah, Khalid Al Fuwail

“…Traditional methods for PQD classification use complicated feature extraction techniques, which can be computationally expensive and lack scalability. This research proposes applying basic convolutional neural network (CNN) models for automated PQD detection and categorization as a prospective solution to these issues. …”
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THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE THERAPEUTIC MANAGEMENT OF PAPILLARY THYROID MICROCARCINOMA: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL PROTOCOL by Ramona Elena Teiu, Tudor Florin Ursuleanu, Hlescu Cristian Stefan, Roxana Grigorovici, Andreea Roxana Luca, Maria Paula Comanescu, Alina Ionela Calin, Alexandru Grigorovici

“…I aim to use AI models to obtain correct and favorable results for the diagnosis and prognosis of papillary thyroid cancer by conducting a clinical trial, in which we will use the diagnostic method optimized by artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms.The use of AI will avoid errors and increase performance in the interpretation of the doctor’s computed tomography (CT) scan and consequently, improve treatment planning. …”
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Neutrino-dominated Relativistic Viscous Accretion Flows around Rotating Black Holes with Shocks by Amit Kumar, Sayan Chakrabarti, Santabrata Das

“…Utilizing these shock-induced NDAF solutions, we compute the neutrino luminosity ( L _ν ) and neutrino annihilation luminosity ( ${L}_{\nu \bar{\nu }}$ ) across a wide range of model parameters. …”
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Quality control of instruments for measuring the characteristics of bactericidal UV radiation by O. A. Minaeva, A. V. Ragutkin, S. I. Anevsky, R. V. Minaev, Th. T. Minh, I. A. Romanova

“…An important role is played by computer models and digital twins of measuring instruments based on the results of studies of the metrological characteristics of radiometers by means of software. …”
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Oxygenation and function of endocrine bioartificial pancreatic tissue constructs under flow for preclinical optimization by Brenden N Moeun, Florent Lemaire, Alexandra M Smink, Hamid Ebrahimi Orimi, Richard L Leask, Paul de Vos, Corinne A Hoesli

“…Oxygen concentration profiles modeled computationally were analogous to viability gradients observed experimentally through live/dead endpoint measurements and in case I, time-lapse fluorescence imaging was used to monitor the viability of GFP-expressing cells in real time. …”
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Comparison of Low-Pass Filters for SPECT Imaging by Inayatullah S. Sayed, Siti S. Ismail

“…In single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) imaging, the choice of a suitable filter and its parameters for noise reduction purposes is a big challenge. …”
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Transcatheter mitral valve replacement to treat rheumatic mitral stenosis: a case series by Ping Jin, Hong Guo, Yu Mao, Mengen Zhai, Yang Liu, Jian Yang

“…All patients underwent computed tomography and echocardiography before having the procedure. …”
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Robust Control of Underwater Vehicle-Manipulator System Using Grey Wolf Optimizer-Based Nonlinear Disturbance Observer and H-Infinity Controller by Yong Dai, Defeng Wu, Shuanghe Yu, Yan Yan

“…For overcoming the unmodeled uncertainties, external disturbances, and constraints of control inputs in the operation of UVMS, a modified constrained H∞ controller with a basic computed-torque controller (CTC) and a new designed nonlinear disturbance observer (NDO) are proposed. …”
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Instrumental balance assessment in Parkinson's disease and parkinsonism. A systematic review with critical appraisal of clinical applications and quality of reporting by Andrea Merlo, Lorenzo Cavazzuti, Maria Chiara Bò, Francesco Cavallieri, Maria Chiara Bassi, Benedetta Damiano, Sara Scaltriti, Valentina Fioravanti, Giulia Di Rauso, Giulia Di Rauso, Giacomo Portaro, Franco Valzania, Mirco Lusuardi, Isabella Campanini

“…Missing reporting about the technical aspects employed to manage posturographic data and comprehensive instructions given to the patients further contributed to lower quality.DiscussionWe provided recommendations for enhancing the clinical transferability of studies on static posturography to assess pwPD, including (1) discussing the rationale for choosing the assessment protocols and posturographic parameters, (2) detailing the inclusion criteria and select appropriate samples, and (3) reporting all the technical information to replicate the procedures and computations.Systematic review registrationInternational Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) on 6th February 2024 (ID CRD42024500777), https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?…”
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The Contribution of Lower Local Governments to Health Service Delivery in Kabale Municipality Kabale District: A Case Study of Rushoroza Hospital. by Ayebare, Rosette

“…When analyzing the key challenges faced by lower local governments in health service delivery, there was no significant relationship between these variables (p = 0.249, r = 0.142) since the computed significance value was greater than 0.05. …”
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