Using Statistical Analysis to Assess Urban Groundwater in Beni Mellal City (Morocco) by Mohamed El Baghdadi, Radouane Medah, Amal Jouider

“…C1 samples show the lowest ion content, resulting probably from the minimal time of residence within the aquifer with low rock interactions. …”
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Comparison of the effect of ranibizumab in retinal vein occlusion and macular edema with different optical coherence tomographic patterns by Yue Xu, Yue-Cong Yin, Ze-Yu Song, Xiao-Yu Zhou, Jia-Ju Zhang, Juan Liang

“…DRT patients were most likely to transform into the other morphological groups, while SRD patients showed minimal transitions. BCVA at baseline was identified as the most important prognostic indicator in all 3 groups. …”
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Activity of Antiseptics Against <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> and Its Adaptation Potential by Tomasz M. Karpiński, Marzena Korbecka-Paczkowska, Mark Stasiewicz, Aleksandra E. Mrozikiewicz, Donald Włodkowic, Judyta Cielecka-Piontek

“…This study evaluated the activity of eight antiseptics against <i>P. aeruginosa</i>, assessed its ability to develop adaptation to these antiseptics, and, for the first time, determined the Karpinski Adaptation Index (KAI) for this bacterium. Methods: The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC), susceptibility to antibiotics, bactericidal time according to EN 1040:2005, adaptation potential, and KAI of <i>P. aeruginosa</i> strains were evaluated. …”
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Overcoming the pitfalls in employee performance evaluation: An application of ratings mode of the Analytic Hierarchy Process by Rafikul Islam, Nagendran Periaiah

“…IMPLICATIONS: An evaluation scheme that is scientific and systematic, such as the present one, will minimize criticism levied against the performance evaluation exercise. …”
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Multi-omics reveals that ST6GAL1 promotes colorectal cancer progression through LGALS3BP sialylation by Yuanchao Shi, Zhenzhong Pan, Jingwei Duan, Zexing Wang, Yiliang Fang, Bo Tang, Quanlin Guan

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Barriers and Facilitators to the Preadoption of a Computer-Aided Diagnosis Tool for Cervical Cancer: Qualitative Study on Health Care Providers’ Perspectives in Western Cameroon by Magali Jonnalagedda-Cattin, Alida Manoëla Moukam Datchoua, Virginie Flore Yakam, Bruno Kenfack, Patrick Petignat, Jean-Philippe Thiran, Klaus Schönenberger, Nicole C Schmidt

“…The aim was to guide smooth technology adoption in similar settings by identifying specific barriers and facilitators and optimizing CAD’s potential benefits while minimizing obstacles. MethodsThe perspectives of HCPs on adopting CAD for VIA were explored using a qualitative methodology. …”
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Use of extracorporeal shockwave therapy combined with standard rehabilitation following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review with meta-analysis by Jaehyung Shin, Hye Chang Rhim, James Kim, Raymond Guo, Ramy Elshafey, Ki-Mo Jang

“…However, the WMDs for these outcomes between the two groups did not exceed the minimal clinically important difference (MCID). Conclusion Based on the meta-analyses performed with a few studies, ESWT combined with standard rehabilitation may potentially lead to better patient-reported outcomes. …”
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Assessing the fall risk with Stay Independent Questionnaire in people with stroke by Peiming Chen, Peiming Chen, T. W. Liu, Shamay S. M. Ng, Shamay S. M. Ng

“…The C-SIQ demonstrated good test–retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.847) and internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.709). The Minimal Detectable Change in C-SIQ score was calculated as 3.05. …”
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Activity of trypsin inhibitors in common bean seeds (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) from the VIR collection: variability and source material for breeding by T. V. Buravtseva, G. P. Egorova, M. O. Burlyaeva, M. A. Nikishkina

“…An important trend in modern common bean breeding is the improvement of grain quality, including by reducing the content of anti-nutrients, so it is important to identify accessions that are free of inhibitors or contain minimal amounts of them. The search for samples with high content of inhibitors is also relevant, since inhibitors play a crucial role in the functioning of the basic biochemical mechanisms that determine and regulate the physiological state of the cell.Materials and methods. …”
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Clinical Efficacy and Safety of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy for Degenerative Disc Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials by Baocheng Xie, Shichun Chen, Yongxiang Xu, Weichao Han, Runkai Hu, Minyi Chen, Ruirong He, Shaobo Ding

“…Pooled analysis showed that MSC therapy has a higher ratio of patients at most thresholds but particularly at the MIC (minimally important change) (P=0.0002) and CSC (clinically significant change) (P=0.0002) in VAS and MIC (P=0.0005) and CSC (P=0.001) pain responders in ODI. …”
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Posteromedial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy has favourable outcomes in simultaneous medial meniscus posterior root repair and varus medial knee osteoarthritis patients withou... by Ali Engin Dastan, Elcil Kaya Bicer, Huseyin Kaya, Mehmet Argin, Emin Taskiran

“…Group 2: 60 (50;60) vs. 80 (80;90), p < 0.001]. All knees achieved minimal clinically important difference (MCID) in terms of KSs. …”
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Preterm preeclampsia screening and prevention: a comprehensive approach to implementation in a real-world setting by Stefania Ronzoni, Shamim Rashid, Aimee Santoro, Elad Mei-Dan, Jon Barrett, Nanette Okun, Tianhua Huang

“…The integration of preeclampsia screening had a minimal effect on the time required for aneuploidy screening, with results obtained within a rapid turnaround time. …”
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A User-Centered Design Approach for a Screening App for People With Cognitive Impairment (digiDEM-SCREEN): Development and Usability Study by Michael Zeiler, Nikolas Dietzel, Fabian Haug, Julian Haug, Klaus Kammerer, Rüdiger Pryss, Peter Heuschmann, Elmar Graessel, Peter L Kolominsky-Rabas, Hans-Ulrich Prokosch

“…The test was administered using different randomization options to minimize learning effects. digiDEM-SCREEN was developed as a tablet and smartphone app. …”
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Spatiotemporal evolution and driving force analysis of drought characteristics in the Yellow River Basin by Meiying Wang, Yangbo Chen, Jingyu Li, Yanjun Zhao

“…Short-term spatial changes were minimal, indicating gradual external influences. Abrupt changes in precipitation occurred in spring (1992), summer (1996), and winter (1970). …”
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Prolonging IOP-lowering effect of glaucoma surgery by I.B. Alekseev, A.I. Samoylenko, А.К. Aylarova

“…Bleb needling revision is the most promising, simple, and minimally invasive technique to prevent scarring after fistulizing procedures.…”
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An examination of ankle joint position sense, postural control and associated neuromuscular deficits in patients with plantar fasciitis: a cross-sectional analysis with advanced bi... by Shaker Hassan S. Alshehri, Mastour Saeed Alshahrani, Saeed Y. Al Adal, Faisal M. Alyazedi, Hani Hassan Alnakhli, Ravi Shankar Reddy

“…Postural stability was negatively correlated with AJPS accuracy, particularly in mediolateral sway (r = -0.32, p = 0.037), while physical activity and quality of life had minimal effects. Conclusion This study highlights the impact of pain catastrophizing on proprioceptive deficits in plantar fasciitis, emphasizing the importance of addressing psychological as well as biomechanical factors in treatment. …”
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Fusidic Acid and Lidocaine-Loaded Electrospun Nanofibers as a Dressing for Accelerated Healing of Infected Wounds by Alsulami KA, Bakr AA, Sirwi A, Elfaky MA, Shaik RA, Alshehri BY, Aodah AH, Al Fayez N, Alshehri AA, Almughem FA, Halwani AA, Tawfik EA

“…Khulud A Alsulami,1 Abrar A Bakr,1 Alaa Sirwi,2 Mahmoud A Elfaky,2 Rasheed A Shaik,3 Bayan Y Alshehri,1 Alhassan H Aodah,1 Nojoud Al Fayez,1 Abdullah A Alshehri,1 Fahad A Almughem,1 Abdulrahman A Halwani,4,5 Essam A Tawfik1 1Advanced Diagnostics and Therapeutics Institute, Health Sector, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), Riyadh, 11442, Saudi Arabia; 2Department of Natural Products, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia; 3Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia; 4Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia; 5Regenerative Medicine Unit, King Fahad Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi ArabiaCorrespondence: Essam A Tawfik, Email etawfik@kacst.gov.saIntroduction: Wound treatment is a significant health burden in any healthcare system, which requires proper management to minimize pain and prevent bacterial infections that can complicate the wound healing process.Rationale: There is a need to develop innovative therapies to accelerate wound healing cost-effectively. …”
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Lansia Aktif dan Berdaya: Studi Perilaku Prososial pada Kader Surabaya Hebat by Widya Annisa Royani, Cicilia Larasati Rembulan

“…Karakteristik partisipan adalah Kader Surabaya Hebat yang aktif selama minimal 2 tahun di Kelurahan Lontar Surabaya dengan usia 60 tahun keatas. …”
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Redox-Modulating Capacity and Effect of Ethyl Acetate Roots and Aerial Parts Extracts from <i>Geum urbanum</i> L. on the Phenotype Inhibition of the <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> L... by Lyudmila Dimitrova, Milka Mileva, Almira Georgieva, Elina Tzvetanova, Milena Popova, Vassya Bankova, Hristo Najdenski

“…We performed QS assays to account for the effects of the two EtOAc extracts. At sub-minimal inhibitory concentrations (sub-MICs) ranging from 1.56 to 6.25 mg/mL, the biofilm formation was inhibited 85% and 84% by EtOAcR and 62% and 39% by EtOAcAP extracts, respectively. …”
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A Blueprint for the Problem Formulation Phase of EPA-Type Ecological Risk Assessments for 316(b) Determinations by Webster Van Winkle, William P. Dey, Steve M. Jinks, Mark S. Bevlhimer, Charles C. Coutant

“…The difference between management objectives focused on sustainability of fish populations and the indigenous aquatic community, and a management objective focused on minimizing entrainment and impingement losses accounts for much of the ongoing controversy surrounding §316(b). …”
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