Inflammatory Markers as Prognostic Factors of Survival in Patients Affected by Hepatocellular Carcinoma Undergoing Transarterial Chemoembolization by A. Rebonato, L. Graziosi, D. Maiettini, E. Marino, V. De Angelis, L. Brunese, S. Mosca, G. Metro, M. Rossi, G. Orgera, M. Scialpi, A. Donini

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Teaching and applying telepractice for hearing and balance disorders in Africa in the COVID-19 era and beyond by Katijah Khoza-Shangase

“…In Africa, where access to specialized healthcare services is often limited, telepractice emerged as a potential solution. However, the implementation of telepractice in African contexts faces unique challenges. …”
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Scrutinizing the Gateway Relationship Between Gaming and Gambling Disorder: Scoping Review With a Focus on the Southeast Asian Region by Kristiana Siste, Daniel L King, Enjeline Hanafi, Lee Thung Sen, Adrian Adrian, Belinda Julivia Murtani

“… Abstract BackgroundThe gaming and gambling overlap has intensified with new evidence emerging. However, the relationship between gaming and gambling in the digital space is still inconclusive, especially in resource-limited Asian countries. …”
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The impact of regular physical activity on vertebral fractures: Korean nationwide population-based cohort study by Sangsoo Han, Sungwoo Choi, Hae-Dong Jang, Jiwon Park, Kyungdo Han, Sangun Nah, Dong Hun Suh, Dong Sub Im, Jae-Young Hong

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Secure UAV-Based System to Detect Small Boats Using Neural Networks by Moisés Lodeiro-Santiago, Pino Caballero-Gil, Ricardo Aguasca-Colomo, Cándido Caballero-Gil

“…The proposal makes extensive use of emerging technologies like Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) combined with a top-performing algorithm from the field of artificial intelligence known as Deep Learning through Convolutional Neural Networks. …”
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Wickerhamomyces anomalous: A Rare Cause of Fungemia Causing Febrile Neutropenia in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia by Vibha Mehta, Aroop Mohanty, Suneeta Meena, J. S. Rahul, Nath Uttam Kumar, Debranjani Chattopadhyay, Anamika Bakliwal, Ranjana Choudhary, Pratima Gupta

“…Here, we report a case of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) caused by W. anomalus in a leukemic immunosuppressed patient who was successfully treated by early detection and treatment of this emerging fungus.…”
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Ghostly intrusion on a frightful Halloween night: a case report of dual valve endocarditis by Margarida Castro, Mariana Tinoco, Rafael Martins, Mário Jorge Amorim, Luísa Pinheiro, Marina Fernandes, Filipa Cardoso, Filipa Almeida, Paulo Pinho, João Português, António Lourenço

“…The patient was transferred for emergent mitral and tricuspid surgery. The particularity of this case, besides the bizarre images, is that, as a drug user, there are specific considerations regarding surgical strategy and options in this scenario that we discussed here. …”
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Pancreatic pseudocyst and complicated internal hernia. A case report by Miguel Licea Videaux, Iván Ulises Palacios Morejón, Orlando Zamora Santana, Josué Vázquez Arizmendi, Richard Juan Chacón Melcón

“…The clinical manifestations of complicated internal hernia and pancreatic pseudocyst rupture are difficult to distinguish from each other. Emergency surgical treatment is the fundamental pillar in the face of diagnostic doubt or clinical worsening of the patient.…”
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À la Recherche de Yankee Art by Dimitrios S. Latsis

“…A complex intertextual and intermedial web emerges from this comparison that reveals various tensions around an emerging “narrative” for the self-representation of the United States as a world-power and an artistically “emancipated” nation and provides a glimpse into a New Deal-era attempt at cultural diplomacy on the eve of WW II. …”
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Effects of Reinforcing Fiber and Microsilica on the Mechanical and Chloride Ion Penetration Properties of Latex-Modified Fiber-Reinforced Rapid-Set Cement Concrete for Pavement Rep... by Woong Kim, Jong-Chan Jeon, Byung-Hwan An, Joo-Ha Lee, Hae-Do Kim, Chan-Gi Park

“…Based on these test results, microsilica at a substitution ratio of 3% or less and macrosynthetic fiber as the reinforcement improved the performance of LMFRCRSC for a concrete pavement emergency repair and satisfied all of the target strength requirements.…”
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Functional and Social Team Dynamics in Industrial Settings by Dominic E. Saadi, Mark Sutcliffe, Yaneer Bar-Yam, Alfredo J. Morales

“…We found that distinct features of functional and social communication networks emerge. The former are asymmetrical, and the latter are segregated by job title, i.e., executives, managers, supervisors, and operators. …”
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Cancer stem-like cells stay in a plastic state ready for tumor evolution by Jiali Xu, Houde Zhang, Zhihao Nie, Wenyou He, Yichao Zhao, Zhenhui Huang, Lin Jia, Zhiye Du, Baotong Zhang, Siyuan Xia

“…Cell plasticity emerges as a novel cancer hallmark and is pivotal in driving tumor heterogeneity and adaptive resistance to different therapies. …”
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Biventricular Mechanical Circulatory Support Does Not Prevent Delayed Myocardial Ventricular Rupture following Myocardial Infarction by Yazhini Ravi, Emily P. Sudhakar, Pratima Nayak, Chittoor B. Sai-Sudhakar, Konstantinos Dean Boudoulas

“…A high level of suspicion for such a complication should prompt aggressive and emergent actions including surgery. We present a case of delayed free wall myocardial rupture following an acute inferior wall myocardial infarction in a patient with biventricular mechanical circulatory support.…”
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Developmental Principles: Fact or Fiction by A. J. Durston

“…The emerging developmental genetic hierarchies already reveal a wealth of interesting phenomena, whatever we choose to call them.…”
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The Fire Service for the Removal of a Metallic Penile Constricting Device: A Ready Help When All Else Fail by Olufunmilade A. Omisanjo, Olufemi Ojewuyi, Abimbola Abolarinwa, Oluwaseun Akinola, Mofeyisayo Omorinde, Olabode Oshodi, Stephen Ikuerowo, Ayoade Adedokun, David Oke

“…The placement of a constricting device around the penis is a urologic emergency. Though injuries from constricting penile devices are generally rare, they may be associated with serious complications. …”
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The Genetic Basis of Congenital Cataracts: Advances in Diagnostics and Therapeutics by Agnieszka Starzyk, Piotr Charzewski

“…Emerging approaches, including gene therapy and pharmacological interventions like small-molecule chaperones, hold promise for addressing underlying genetic causes. …”
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Super elastic and negative triboelectric polymer matrix for high performance mechanoluminescent platforms by Hong In Jeong, Hye Sung Jung, Milos Dubajic, Gunpyo Kim, Woo Hyeon Jeong, Hochan Song, Yongju Lee, Swarup Biswas, Hyeok Kim, Bo Ram Lee, Jae Woong Yoon, Samuel D. Stranks, Soon Moon Jeong, Jihoon Lee, Hyosung Choi

“…Abstract Mechanoluminescence platforms, combining phosphors with elastic polymer matrix, have emerged in smart wearable technology due to their superior elasticity and mechanically driven luminescent properties. …”
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Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis with Disseminated Infection in Immunocompetent Patient by Gabriel Moreno-González, Antoni Ricart de Mesones, Rachid Tazi-Mezalek, Maria Teresa Marron-Moya, Antoni Rosell, Rafael Mañez

“…Here, we report a case of a 56 yr old previously healthy woman who was found unconscious at home and admitted to the emergency room with mild respiratory insufficiency. …”
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Making innovative landscapes. Balmori Associates redefining the human-nature relationship for the cities of the future by Javier González-Campaña, Noemie Lafaurie-Debany, Marta Rabazo Martin

“… In the context of the current scholarly debate on environmental and ecological emergency, the contribution presents the work of landscape architect Diana Balmori and Balmori Associates, which has emerged as one of the most visionary and innovative in combating climate change and creating more liveable cities. …”
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Isolated Right-Sided Posttraumatic Diaphragmatic Hernia by Ibrahim Amadou Magagi, Oumarou Habou, Harissou Adamou, Ousseini Adakal, Mahamoud Omid Ali Ada, Hellé Moustapha, Habibou Abarchi

“…A 10-year-old boy was admitted to the emergency surgical department with thoracic trauma following pedestrian accident. …”
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