Association between Dietary Total Antioxidant Capacity and Odds of Preeclampsia: A Case-control Study by Mahshid Taherkhani, Farzaneh Montazerifar, Azita Hekmatdoost, Bahram Rashidkhani, Abolfazl Payandeh, Mansour Karajibani

“…Results: After controlling for potential confounders, a significant inverse relationship was found between ORAC and preeclampsia; individuals in the highest tertile of ORAC were 67% less likely to have preeclampsia than those in the lowest tertile of ORAC (OR: 0.33; 95% CI: 0.11-0.97; P-trend<0.05). …”
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Influence of Hospital Bed Count on the Positioning of Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology (IR) Nurses: Online Questionnaire Survey of Japanese IR-Specialized Radiological Techn... by Tomoko Kuriyama, Takashi Moritake, Go Hitomi, Koichi Nakagami, Koichi Morota, Satoru Matsuzaki, Hajime Sakamoto, Kazuma Matsumoto, Mamoru Kato, Hiroko Kitamura

“…Conclusions: Understanding these relationships could enable the development of individualized and prioritized radiation exposure reduction measures for IR nurses in high-risk settings, provided that comprehensive occupational radiation risk assessments for cardiovascular IR consider the number of hospital beds and related factors. …”
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Prevalence of Hypertension and Its Associated Risk Factors among 34,111 HAART Naïve HIV-Infected Adults in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania by Marina Njelekela, Alfa Muhihi, Akum Aveika, Donna Spiegelman, Claudia Hawkins, Catharina Armstrong, Enju Liu, James Okuma, Guerino Chalamila, Sylvia Kaaya, Ferdinand Mugusi, Wafaie Fawzi

“…HIV treatment programs should screen and manage hypertension even in HAART naïve individuals.…”
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Statistically Coherent Calibration of X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry for Major Elements in Rocks and Minerals by Surendra P. Verma, Sanjeet K. Verma, M. Abdelaly Rivera-Gómez, Darío Torres-Sánchez, Lorena Díaz-González, Alejandra Amezcua-Valdez, Beatriz Adriana Rivera-Escoto, Mauricio Rosales-Rivera, John S. Armstrong-Altrin, Héctor López-Loera, Fernando Velasco-Tapia, Kailasa Pandarinath

“…Another novel aspect is that the total uncertainty can be reported for individual chemical data. If the analytical instruments were routinely calibrated from the UWLR model, this action would make the science of geochemistry more quantitative than at present.…”
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Case report: Clinical characteristics and Genetical analysis of HSD11B2 in three Chinese children with apparent mineralocorticoid excess: a case series by Yuan Ding, Yuan Ding, Ming Cheng, Ming Cheng, Bingyan Cao, Bingyan Cao, Min Liu, Min Liu, Xuyun Hu, Xuyun Hu, Di Wu, Di Wu, Di Wu

“…To date, the majority of documented cases have been presented as individual case reports. This article aims to enhance the understanding of the course and prognosis of AME, by detailing the management protocols employed for patients with genetically confirmed diagnoses.MethodsAn analysis comprising three cases and a review of relevant literature were conducted to synthesize the insights and experiences derived from gathering clinical and laboratory data on patients.ResultsAll three patients were born to non-consanguineous parents, were small for gestational age and exhibited severe hypokalemia, metabolic alkalosis, hypertension, nephrocalcinosis, and hypercalciuria. …”
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Executive function deficit in patients with long COVID syndrome: A systematic review by Siti Maisarah Nasir, Noorazrul Yahya, Kah Hui Yap, Hanani Abdul Manan

“…The main outcome is the proportion of individuals with cognitive deficits, particularly in the EF domain, as detected by neuropsychological assessments. …”
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Polymorphism in LEP and LEPR May Modify Leptin Levels and Represent Risk Factors for Thyroid Cancer by Marjory Alana Marcello, Antonio Ramos Calixto, Jacqueline Fatima Martins de Almeida, Mariana Bonjiorno Martins, Lucas Leite Cunha, Camila Ayume Amano Cavalari, Elba C. S. Etchebehere, Ligia Vera Montalli da Assumpção, Bruno Geloneze, Andre Lopes Carvalho, Laura Sterian Ward

“…Patients with AA genotype of rs7799039 had higher levels of serum leptin (9.22±0.98 ng/mL) than those with AG genotype (10.07±0.60 ng/mL; P=0.005). Individuals with AG genotype of rs2167270 also produced higher serum leptin levels (10.05±0.59 ng/mL) than the subjects with GG genotype (9.52±0.79 ng/mL; P<0.05). …”
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Distal protein-protein interactions contribute to nirmatrelvir resistance by Eric M. Lewandowski, Xiujun Zhang, Haozhou Tan, Aiden Jaskolka-Brown, Navita Kohaal, Aliaksandra Frazier, Jesper J. Madsen, Lian M. C. Jacobs, Jun Wang, Yu Chen

“…Abstract SARS-CoV-2 main protease, Mpro, is responsible for processing the viral polyproteins into individual proteins, including the protease itself. …”
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Concurrent Viewing of H&E and Multiplex Immunohistochemistry in Clinical Specimens by Larry E. Morrison, Tania M. Larrinaga, Brian D. Kelly, Mark R. Lefever, Rachel C. Beck, Daniel R. Bauer

“…<b>Background/Objectives:</b> Performing hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining and immunohistochemistry (IHC) on the same specimen slide provides advantages that include specimen conservation and the ability to combine the H&E context with biomarker expression at the individual cell level. We previously used invisible deposited chromogens and dual-camera imaging, including monochrome and color cameras, to implement simultaneous H&E and IHC. …”
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LC-MS-Based Global Metabolic Profiles of Alternative Blood Specimens Collected by Microsampling by Marlene N. Thaitumu, Daniel Marques De Sá e Silva, Philippine Louail, Johannes Rainer, Glykeria Avgerinou, Anatoli Petridou, Vassilis Mougios, Georgios Theodoridis, Helen Gika

“…Venous blood was collected from 10 healthy, overnight-fasted individuals and loaded on the devices; plasma was also collected from the same venous blood. …”
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Exploring the operator experience in automated shuttles: Fatigue, attention, and gaze behaviour by Christer Ahlström, My Weidel, Anna Sjörs Dahlman, Ashleigh Filtness, Anna Anund

“…Stress was also infrequently reported. Notable individual differences suggested the potential value of personalized approaches to fatigue management. …”
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Assisted Parkinsonism Diagnosis Using Multimodal MRI—The Role of Clinical Insights by Tobias Meindl, Alexander Hapfelmeier, Tobias Mantel, Angela Jochim, Jonas Deppe, Silke Zwirner, Jan S. Kirschke, Yong Li, Bernhard Haslinger

“…Classification results were assessed using multiclass AUCs. Individual predicted probabilities were visualized to address diagnostic uncertainty. …”
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Advancing Alzheimer’s disease risk prediction: development and validation of a machine learning-based preclinical screening model in a cross-sectional study by Yanfei Chen, Bing Wang, Yankai Shi, Wenhao Qi, Shihua Cao, Bingsheng Wang, Ruihan Xie, Jiani Yao, Xiajing Lou, Chaoqun Dong, Xiaohong Zhu, Danni He

“…Objectives Alzheimer’s disease (AD) poses a significant challenge for individuals aged 65 and older, being the most prevalent form of dementia. …”
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B-phosphatidylethanol testing to identify hazardous alcohol use in primary health care—a game changer and a challenge for general practitioners: a qualitative study by Åsa Steensland, Anna Segernäs, Mårten Larsson, Andrea Johansson Capusan, Lisa Kastbom

“…This study aimed to explore general practitioners’ (GPs’) experiences and perceptions of using B-Phosphatidylethanol (PEth), a specific quantitative biomarker for alcohol use, in their clinical work with patient consultations and treatment follow-up in Swedish PHC.Design, participants, and setting Individual interviews were conducted with GPs and resident GPs (n 20) in Swedish PHC and analysed using qualitative content analysis.Findings The overarching theme PEth testing in primary health care—a game changer and a challenge illustrated that PEth testing has improved the prerequisites for the GP-patient interaction while making it more complex. …”
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Assessing the Accuracy of Dermoscopy for Scabies Diagnosis in Dark African Skin by Nkechi Anne Enechukwu, Ikenna Akuakolam, Iloduba N Aghanya, Chetanna C Anaje, Ogochukwu I Ezejiofor, Enzo Errichetti

“… Introduction: Scabies, a parasitic infestation caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis affects individuals of diverse skin types. While definitive diagnosis involves identifying adult mites, eggs, or scybala from the microscopy of scrapings obtained from representative sites; it is invasive, time-consuming and not feasible in very young or non-cooperating patients. …”
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Development and validation of a nomogram to predict recurrence in epithelial ovarian cancer using complete blood count and lipid profiles by Xi Tang, Jingke He, Qin Huang, Yi Chen, Ke Chen, Jing Liu, Yingyu Tian, Hui Wang

“…Time-dependent C-index curves, integrated discrimination improvement, net reclassification index, and decision curve analysis showed that the nomogram outperformed FIGO staging.ConclusionThis study established and validated a nomogram combining CBC and lipid profiles to predict RFS in patients with optimally debulked EOC, which is expected to aid gynecologists in individualized prognosis assessment and clinical management.…”
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Evaluation and Optimization Research on the Spatial Distribution of Automated External Defibrillators Based on a Genetic Algorithm: A Case Study of Central Urban District of Nanjin... by Ge Shi, Jiahang Liu, Chuang Chen, Jingran Zhang, Jinghai Xu, Yu Chen, Jiaming Na, Wei Chen

“…Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are portable emergency medical devices critical for resuscitating individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. The installation of AEDs in public spaces is essential for enhancing society’s emergency response capabilities. …”
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Exploring Traditional Knowledge and Potential Uses of Local Freshwater Algae and Aquatic Plants in Thai Wetland Communities by Pasin Norkum Ai, Angkhana Inta, Sarana Rose Sommano, Kittiya Phinyo, Kritsana Duangjan, Tibet Tangpao

“…Principal component analysis (PCA) was employed to analyse generational differences in knowledge and utilisation, focusing on the potential generational knowledge gap due to migration trends among younger individuals. The study revealed significant biodiversity differences between the wetland areas, with Nong Bong Kai exhibiting greater diversity in aquatic plant species. …”
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Solar Flares Triggered by a Filament Peeling Process Revealed by High-resolution GST Hα Observations by Mia Mancuso, Ju Jing, Haimin Wang, Wenda Cao

“…High-resolution H α observations reveal details of the flares and some striking features, such as a filament peeling process: individual strands of thin flux tubes are separated from the main filament, followed shortly thereafter by a flare. …”
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Prevalence of Hepatitis C Virus Among Hospitalized Patients in a Tertiary Hospital in Italy: The Basis for a National Screening Assessment Model? by Giulia Morsica, Massimo Locatelli, Gema Hernandez-Ibarburu, Francesca Rusconi, Alba Segovia-Hilara, Davide Di Napoli, Matteo Moro, Salvatore Mazzitelli, Hamid Hasson, Federico Esposti, Roberts Mazzuconi, Antonella Castagna

“…Free-of-charge hepatitis C virus antibody (HCV Ab) screening in some key populations and in 1969–1989 birth cohorts have been funded in Italy as the first step in confirming diagnosis in individuals who may be unaware of their infection. The purpose of this study is to leverage existing in-hospital routine screening data to better understand the distribution of HCV. …”
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