Prevalence of Pulmonary Embolism in COVID-19 Positive Critically Ill Children by Yudy Fonseca, MD, Alise Davies, PA, Stephanie Jarrin, MD, Liliana Simon, MD, Cortney Foster, DO, Sun Kai, Adnan Bhutta, MD

“…DESIGN:. Retrospective database study. SETTING:. Data reported to the Virtual Pediatric Systems, 2018–2021. …”
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Adherence to the ISHLT Protocol for the Referral of Patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis to the Transplantation Center among of Czech Centers for Interstitial Lung Diseases by Martina Sterclova, Martina Doubkova, Lubica Sykorova, Vladimir Bartos, Monika Zurkova, Vladimira Lostakova, Radka Mokosova, Martina Plackova, Ladislav Lacina, Michaela Cimrova, Radka Bittenglova, Pavlina Lisa, Pavla Musilova, Daniel Dolezal, Jana Psikalova, Petra Ovesna, Martina Koziar Vasakova

“…The trajectory of individual patients was verified at the relevant ILD center. From the database of transplant patients (1999-12/2021, n=541), all patients who underwent transplantation for pulmonary fibrosis (n=186) were selected, and the diagnosis of IPF was subsequently verified from the patient’s medical records (n=67). …”
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Exposure to high-temperature and high-humidity environments associated with cardiovascular mortality by Yalan Wu, Xiangrong Feng, Jinmei Li, Mengjun Li, Yao Wang, Weihui Lu, Huanhuan Luo

“…Here we used the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) database to analyze CVD burden and its impact on the incidence of CVD in individuals exposed to high-temperature and high-humidity (HTH) environments. …”
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Targeting TCMR-associated cytokine genes for drug screening identifies PPARγ agonists as novel immunomodulatory agents in transplantation by Lu Hu, Lu Hu, Xiaohan Zhang, Xiaohan Zhang, Weiqi Zhang, Weiqi Zhang, Shuai Jin, Shuai Jin, Jie Zhao, Jianming Zheng, Wenli Song, Zhongyang Shen, Zhongyang Shen, Zhongyang Shen

“…This study aimed to define a TCMR-associated cytokine gene set and identify drugs to prevent TCMR through drug repurposing.MethodsGene expression profiles from kidney, heart, and lung transplant biopsies were obtained from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between TCMR and non-TCMR groups were identified, and their intersection with cytokine-related genes yielded an 11-gene TCMR-associated cytokine gene set (TCMR-Cs). …”
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High quality genome assembly of the brown hare (Lepus europaeus) with chromosome-level scaffolding by Michell, Craig, Collins, Joanna, Laine, Pia K., Fekete, Zsófia, Tapanainen, Riikka, Wood, Jonathan M. D., Goffart, Steffi, Pohjoismäki, Jaakko L. O.

“…The genome has a high degree of completeness based on the BUSCO score (mammalia_odb10 database), Complete: 96.1% [Single copy: 93.1%, Duplicated: 3.0%], Fragmented 0.8%, and Missing 2.9%. …”
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Relationship between TyG-related index and hearing loss in people over 45 s in China by Chao Wang, Mengdi Shi, Liangzhen Xie, Chenhao Jiang, Yunxin Li, Jingxiao Li, Shulin Li, Yan Li

“…This study investigates the association of the TyG index, BMI index, and TyG-BMI index with hearing loss, with a focus on their potential implications for the aging population.MethodsData from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) database were analyzed using R software. We applied multi-factor logistic regression, linear regression, restricted cubic splines, and subgroup analyses to assess the impact of the TyG index, BMI index, and TyG-BMI index on hearing loss across different age groups.ResultsThe TyG index was not significantly associated with hearing loss. …”
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Spatiotemporal dynamics of soil organic carbon in desert region and its response to climate change: A case study of Heihe river by Yuqing Chen, Haiyang Xi, Wenju Cheng

“…This study aims to construct a comprehensive SOC database for the lower reaches of the Heihe River (HRL) and simulate the spatiotemporal distribution of SOC density within the 0 – 100 cm soil profile. …”
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Peripheral Nerve Blocks Are Associated With Decreased Early Medical Complications, Dislocations, and Opioid Consumption Following Total Hip Arthroplasty by Brian P. McCormick, MD, Sean B. Sequeira, MD, Mark D. Hasenauer, MD, Robert P. McKinstry, MD, Frank R. Ebert, MD, Henry R. Boucher, MD

“…Methods: Opioid-naive patients who received PNBs on the same day as undergoing THA for degenerative etiologies were identified from a large national database and matched 1:5 to a control cohort using propensity scoring. …”
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Applications of MR Finger printing derived T1 and T2 values in Adult brain: A Systematic review [version 1; peer review: 2 approved] by Rajagopal Kadavigere, Obhuli Chandran M, Kaushik Nayak, Abhijith S, Saikiran Pendem, Varsha Raghu, Shailesh Nayak S, Riyan Mohamed Sajer, Tancia Pires, Priyanka -

“…Using dynamic acquisition parameters and a precomputed signal dictionary, MRF provides robust, qualitative maps, improving diagnostic precision and expanding clinical and research applications in brain imaging. Methods Database searches were performed through PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of science to identify relevant articles focusing on the application of MR finger printing in the adult brain. …”
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Soap and water cleaning versus bleach-based cleaners for eliminating SARS-CoV-2 infection by Ekong E. Udoh, Ubong A. Udoh, Abiodun Egwuenu, Ekpereonne B. Esu, Aruk Eteng, Faithman E. Ovat, Uduak Okomo, Olabisi Oduwole, Joseph Okebe, Martin Meremikwu

“…Setting: We conducted a virtual search through the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), Cochrane database of systematic reviews, PubMed, EMBASE, and Effective Practice and Organisation of Care (EPOC). …”
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Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Neoplasia Characterization in Portugal: Results from the NETs Study Group of the Portuguese Society of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism by A. P. Santos, J. Vinagre, P. Soares, I. Claro, A. C. Sanches, L. Gomes, I. Fernandes, A. L. Catarino, J. Preto, B. D. Pereira, A. P. Marques, F. Rodrigues, C. Amaral, G. Rocha, J. C. Mellidez, H. Simões, J. M. Lopes, M. J. Bugalho, On behalf of the NETs Study Group of the Portuguese Society of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

“…This cross-sectional study represents the first step to establish a national database of GEP-NENs that may aid in understanding the clinical and epidemiological features of these tumours in Portugal.…”
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Runs of homozygosity in spontaneous abortions from families with recurrent pregnancy loss by N. A. Skryabin, S. A. Vasilyev, T. V. Nikitina, D. I. Zhigalina, R. R. Savchenko, N. P. Babushkina, M. E. Lopatkina, A. A. Kashevarova, I. N. Lebedev

“…Indeed, five predicted imprinted genes were identified within ROHs according to the Geneimprint database: OBSCN, HIST3H2BB, LMX1B, CELF4, and FAM59A. …”
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The Association between the Frequency of Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment and Atmospheric Temperature by Dong Yoon Kim, Hyeseong Hwang, Jae-Hyung Kim, Byung Gil Moon, Sung Min Hyung, Jin Young Kim, Ju Byung Chae

“…Temperature data (highest, lowest, and mean daily temperatures and daily temperature range) in Chungbuk Province were obtained from the Korean Meteorological Administration database. We investigated the relationship between the daily temperature range and the frequency of RRD surgery. …”
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GIS-based assessment of soil erosion impact and mitigation strategies for sustainable agriculture in Ghana's most vulnerable region by Stephen Sodoke, Samuel Ato Andam-Akorful, Ebenezer Ebo Yahans Amuah, Ebenezer Gyampoh Amoah, Kwame Anokye, Douti Biyogue Nang, Raymond Webrah Kazapoe

“…Rainfall data from Climate Hazards Group InfraRed Precipitation with Station data (CHIRPS) was used to determine the rainfall erosivity, soil erodibility from the Harmonized World Soil Database, the Slope Length and Steepness from the Shuttle Radar Topographic Mission data, the Cover Management and Control Practices from Landsat satellite data from the years 2000, 2010 and 2020. …”
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Hospitalizations with post-traumatic stress disorder in France between 2013 and 2022: a nationwide retrospective study by Alice Demesmaeker, Florian Dufrenois, Chloé Saint-Dizier, Guillaume Vaiva, Antoine Lamer, Mathilde Horn, Fabien D’Hondt

“…Methods This nationwide longitudinal retrospective study analyzed PTSD-related hospitalizations in France from 2013 to 2022 using the French National Hospitals Database. Data included discharge records from general and psychiatric hospitals, detailing demographics, admission/discharge dates, ICD-10 diagnoses, and hospitalization specifics. …”
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Genomic insights into a multidrug-resistant pandoraea apista clinical isolate carrying blaOXA-153 from China by Lirong Li, Yawen Zhang, Fang He, Ningjun wu

“…Twenty-four P. apista strains, including PA167, could be retrieved from the NCBI database, all carrying the blaOXA-153. Complete genomic sequencing of five strains confirmed the chromosomal presence of blaOXA-153. …”
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Research progress and perspectives on the application of tyramide signal amplification-based multiplex immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence: a bibliometrics analysis by Xiaotong Yu, Xiaotong Yu, Chen Huang, Chen Huang, Yan Song, Yan Song, Chun Zhang, Chun Zhang, Debo You, Debo You, XuRan Dong, XuRan Dong, DeFu Wu, DeFu Wu, Alan Keith Meeker, Hao Feng, Yuqing Wang, Yuqing Wang

“…This article aims to provide a bibliometric analysis of the research progress and perspectives on the application of TSA-based mIHC/IF.MethodsWe collected all the TSA-based mIHC/IF documents published between 2007 and 2023 from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database. CiteSpace, VOSviewer and Bibliometrix R Package were used to perform the bibliometrics analysis, including details about annual publications, countries, institutions, authors, journals, and research topics and hotspots.ResultsA total of 873 relevant publications (811 articles and 62 reviews) with a time span of 17 years (2007-2023) were obtained. …”
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Randomised trials in maternal and perinatal health in low and middle-income countries from 2010 to 2019: a systematic scoping review by Joshua P Vogel, Jack Williams, Tari Turner, Steve McDonald, Alexander John Eggleston, Annabel Richards, Elise Farrington, Wai Chung Tse, Ayeshini Sella Hewage

“…Objectives To identify and map all trials in maternal health conducted in low and middle-income countries (LMIC) over the 10-year period from 2010 to 2019, to identify geographical and thematic trends, as well as comparing to global causes of maternal death and preidentified priority areas.Design Systematic scoping review.Primary and secondary outcome measures Extracted data included location, study characteristics and whether trials corresponded to causes of mortality and identified research priority topics.Results We searched the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials database, a combined registry of trials from multiple sources. …”
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Epidemiological Study of Uveal Melanoma from US Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (2010–2015) by Yufeng Xu, Lixia Lou, Yijie Wang, Qi Miao, Kai Jin, Menglu Chen, Juan Ye

“…We performed population-based cohort analyses using the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database to identify patients with primary uveal melanoma from 2010 to 2015. …”
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Machine learning-based prediction of in-hospital mortality for critically ill patients with sepsis-associated acute kidney injury by Tianyun Gao, Zhiqiang Nong, Yuzhen Luo, Manqiu Mo, Zhaoyan Chen, Zhenhua Yang, Ling Pan

“…Objectives This study aims to develop and validate a prediction model in-hospital mortality in critically ill patients with sepsis-associated acute kidney injury (SA-AKI) based on machine learning algorithms.Methods Patients who met the criteria for inclusion were identified in the Medical Information Mart for Intensive Care-IV (MIMIC-IV) database and divided according to the validation (n = 2440) and development (n = 9756, 80%) queues. …”
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