Challenges Faced by Public Libraries in Delivering Services to Users: A Case Study of Kigali Public Library. by Rachel, Mukabarisa

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Examining the Strategies for Improvement of Academic Performance in English Language in Selected Secondary Schools in Southern Division, Kabale Municipality by Twongyeirwe, Rachael

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Repeated positron emission tomography tracing neutrophil elastase in a porcine intensive-care sepsis model by Frida Wilske, Olof Eriksson, Rose-Marie Amini, Sergio Estrada, Helena Janols, Amina Khalil, Anders Larsson, Miklós Lipcsey, Sara Mangsbo, Jonathan Sigfridsson, Jan Sjölin, Paul Skorup, Anders Wall, Viola Wilson, Markus Castegren, Gunnar Antoni

“…Methods We used positron emission tomography (PET) combined with computed tomography (CT) and the selective and specific neutrophil elastase inhibitor PET-tracer [11C]GW457427 ([11C]NES), in an intensive care unit porcine Escherichia coli sepsis model with the primary aim to visualise the biodistribution of neutrophil elastase in the initial acute phase of the septic reaction. …”
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Postimplantation syndrome after endovascular aortic repair: Impact of endograft material and a review of the literature by Bahadir Aytekin, Hakki Zafer Iscan

“…Univariate logistic regression identified polyester material as the factor associated with PIS (P=0.03). First-year computed tomographic angiography (CTA) follow-ups showed a statistically significant lower incidence of type II endoleak (p=0.01) and higher new thrombus formation (p=0.04) in the polyester group. …”
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Fifth Lumbar Vertebral Shape in Early-Stage Lumbar Spondylolysis: Three-Dimensional Bone Morphology Analysis Using Homologous Models by Yuji Yamane, Hajime Toda, Masaki Katayose

“…Methods: Homologous models of the L5 vertebra were constructed using computed tomography data from 72 patients with early-stage spondylolysis (SP group) and 95 patients without spondylolysis (CON group). …”
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PICT: A low‐cost, modular, open‐source camera trap system to study plant–insect interactions by Vincent Droissart, Laura Azandi, Eric Rostand Onguene, Marie Savignac, Thomas B. Smith, Vincent Deblauwe

“…We developed PICT (plant–insect interactions camera trap), an inexpensive (<100 USD) do‐it‐yourself CT system based on a Raspberry Pi Zero computer designed to continuously film animal activity. …”
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Sediment flow connectivity index data for the Apulia region (Italy): An open-source geodatabase and the innovative CONNECTOSED WebGIS platformZenodo by Alok Kushabaha, Domenico Capolongo, Giovanni Scicchitano, Floriana Rizzo, Marina Zingaro

“…The availability of both input and processed data enables the computation and continuous updating of this applied geomorphological indicator, which is useful for assessing susceptibility to rapid Earth surface changes related to multi-hazard exposure. …”
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Hourly fetal urine production rate in isolated oligohydramnios at term. by Hyun-Joo Seol, Ho Yeon Kim, Geum-Joon Cho, Min-Jeong Oh

“…HFUPR was measured using three-dimensional virtual organ computer-aided analysis. Adverse perinatal outcomes in all participants were examined.…”
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Nontyphi Salmonella Empyema with Bronchopleural Fistula in a Patient with Human Immunodeficiency Virus by Douglas Bretzing, Tasnim Lat, Andrew Shakespeare, Mary Lee, Salim Surani, Shekhar Ghamande

“…A 40-year-old African American male with HIV noncompliant with HAART therapy presented with complaints of generalized weakness, weight loss, cough, night sweats, and nonbloody, watery diarrhea of four weeks’ duration. A computed tomography (CT) scan demonstrated a bilobed large, thick-walled cavitary lesion in the right upper lobe communicating with the pleural space to form a bronchopleural fistula. …”
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A Study of Functional and Radiological Outcome in Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion with Stabilization in Posttraumatic Acute Central Cord Syndrome by Sivakumar Raju, Sudeep K Velur Nagendra, Vinoth Thangamani, Bharat K Ramalingam Jeyashankaran, D Abinav Annamalai

“…Radiological outcomes according to Bridwell's fusion criteria in computer tomography (CT) were also excellent. Conclusion: To conclude, we recommended surgical decompression with ACDF as the current mode of treatment with excellent functional and radiological outcomes with long-term results for posttraumatic CCS.…”
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Sociodemographic Characteristics, Dietary Practices, and Nutritional Status of Adults with Hypertension in a Semi-Rural Community in the Eastern Region of Ghana by Esi K. Colecraft, Matilda Asante, Aaron K. Christian, Seth Adu-Afarwuah

“…Data on sociodemographic characteristics and diet were obtained through interviews and participants’ body mass index (BMI) was computed. Pearson chi-square statistic was used to assess differences between those with both elevated diastolic blood pressure (DBP) and systolic blood pressure (SBP) and those with only elevated SBP. …”
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Assessing subtle changes in arid land river basin ecological quality: A study utilizing the PIE engine platform and RSEI by Aizemaitijiang Maimaitituersun, Han Yang, Nuerbiye Aobuliaisan, Kamuran Maimaitiaili, Ouyang Chenyu

“…Firstly, utilizing the Pixel Information Expert Engine (PIE) remote sensing big data platform, the yearly Remote Sensing Based Ecological Index (RSEI) were computed from 2001 to 2023. Subsequently, the Sen’s slope analysis and Mann-Kendall (M−K) trend test were employed to analyze the level of EQ changes in the Urumqi River Basin (URB). …”
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Risk Factor Analysis and Prediction of Para‐Aortic Lymph Node Metastases in Locally Advanced Cervical Cancer by Tinglu Wang, Jinchen Wei, Li Jiang, Lulu Huang, Tingting Huang, Shanshan Ma, Qiufeng Huang, Yong Zhang, Fang Wu

“…Lymph node involvement was assessed using positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT). Risk factors were evaluated by logistic regression. …”
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Automated Measurement of Coronary Artery Calcifications and Routine Perioperative Blood Tests Predict Survival in Resected Stage I Lung Cancer by Federica Sabia, MSc, Camilla Valsecchi, MSc, Roberta Eufrasia Ledda, MD, Giorgio Bogani, MD, Riccardo Orlandi, MD, Luigi Rolli, MD, Michele Ferrari, MD, Maurizio Balbi, MD, Alfonso Marchianò, MD, Ugo Pastorino, MD

“…Methods: This study included 536 consecutive patients with stage I LC who underwent preoperative chest computed tomography followed by surgical resection. …”
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Long noncoding RNAs predict the survival of patients with colorectal cancer as revealed by constructing an endogenous RNA network using bioinformation analysis by Hui Zhang, Zhuo Wang, Jianzhong Wu, Rong Ma, Jifeng Feng

“…Furthermore, the five‐lncRNA model could be an independent prognostic model in colorectal cancer. We computed for the risk function and constructed a risk score based on the five lncRNAs. …”
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Groundwater Aquifer Vulnerability Assessment using a Dar-Zarrouk Parameter in a Proposed Aboru Residential Estate, Lagos State, Nigeria by M.A. Ayuk

“…Isoresistivity and Isopach maps were generated and Total Longitudinal Unit  Conductance, S of the earth materials overlying the aquifer was computed and the aquifer protective capacity (APC) map was generated. …”
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Very Early-Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease (VEO-IBD) Presenting with Recurrent Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis Preceded by Streptococcal Pharyngitis by Ashley Fonseca, Julee Sunny, Lina M. Felipez

“…She remained stable for three years until she presented with continuous bloody stools, newly onset chest pain, and shortness of breath. Computed tomography angiogram (CTA) was normal. Stool calprotectin was elevated at 658 mcg/gm. …”
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Coexistence of Asymptomatic Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis and Active Pulmonary Tuberculosis: Case Report by Jia Q, Wang L, Tong X, Sun J, Fan H

“…However, her initial chest computed tomography revealed bronchiectasis with high-attenuation mucus plugs in the upper lobes, peripheral lung atelectasis, and a tree-in-bud pattern. …”
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PSiamRML: Target Recognition and Matching Integrated Localization Algorithm Based on Pseudo-Siamese Network by Jiwei Fan, Xiaogang Yang, Ruitao Lu, Xueli Xie, Siyu Wang

“…Thus, visual positioning algorithms based on computer vision have been proposed in recent years and these algorithms have produced good results. …”
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PReventing Idiopathic SCOliosis PROgression (PRISCOPRO): A protocol for a quadruple-blinded, randomized controlled trial comparing 3D designed Boston brace to standard Boston brace... by Elias Diarbakerli, Anastasios Charalampidis, Allan Abbott, Paul Gerdhem

“…This form of brace treatment has been shown to be cumbersome and tough on growing individuals. However, computer aided design and manufactured (CAD/CAM) braces might increase comfortability and ultimately outcome if compliance is improved. …”
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