Effects of cold-water immersion on health and wellbeing: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Tara Cain, Jacinta Brinsley, Hunter Bennett, Max Nelson, Carol Maher, Ben Singh

“…Future high-quality RCTs are needed to examine the long-term effects of CWI, its impact on diverse health outcomes, and optimal CWI protocols. PROSPERO (ID: CRD42024500591).…”
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Effect of microbial fertilizers on soil microbial community structure in rotating and continuous cropping Glycyrrhiza uralensis by Daiyu Qiu, Daiyu Qiu, Xue Wang, Xue Wang, Kan Jiang, Kan Jiang, Gaoxia Gong, Gaoxia Gong, Fang Bao

“…Of the three microbial fertilizers, the complex microbial agent had the most significant effects on optimizing the soil microbial community structure of continuous cropping and rotating G. uralensis. …”
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Evaluating the use of coronary artery calcium scoring as a tool for coronary artery disease (CAD) risk stratification and its association with coronary stenosis and CAD risk factor... by Afrose Liaquat, Ameerdad Khan, Saeed Ullah Shah, Hania Iqbal, Safa Iqbal, Atif Iqbal Rana, Habib Ur Rahman

“…Objective Coronary artery disease (CAD) risk stratification plays a fundamental role in the early detection and optimal management of CAD. The aim of our study is to investigate the use of coronary artery calcium scoring (CACS) as a tool for CAD risk stratification through evaluation of its correlation with the degree of coronary stenosis and its association with conventional cardiovascular risk factors in asymptomatic patients.Design Single-centre, retrospective, cross-sectional study.Setting The study was conducted at a tertiary centre (Shifa International Hospital) in Islamabad, Pakistan, through review of medical records of patients who underwent coronary CT between the years 2016 and 2020.Participants A total of 1014 patients were included in the study. …”
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Predicting egg production rate and egg weight of broiler breeders based on machine learning and Shapley additive explanations by Hengyi Ji, Yidan Xu, Ganghui Teng

“…Accurately predicting egg production rate and egg weight provides a scientific basis for farm operations, aiding in optimizing resource allocation, improving production efficiency, enhancing animal welfare, and ultimately boosting the farm's profitability.…”
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Long-term effects of orthognathic surgery on masticatory function in individuals with cleft lip and palate: A prospective study by Patricia Martins Bueno, Paulo Alceu Kiemle Trindade, Laís Hollara Medeiros, Leide Vilma Fidélis da Silva, Ivy Kiemle Trindade-Suedam

“…Three variables were evaluated: 1) Bite Force (BF) (measured in Newtons – N) presented as the average of the bite force from the right and left molars (x‾ RM + LM), using a gnathodynamometer (IDDK Kratos), 2) Masticatory Efficiency (ME) (ranging from 0 to 1, with values closer to 1 indicating poorer efficiency), assessed through a dual-color masticatory gum test analyzed visually and optoelectronically (ViewGum©), and 3) Masticatory Capacity (MC): patient-reported ability to chew, rated on a two-point scale (P/R = poor to reasonable, G/O = good to optimal). Results: In the PRE-ORTHOG phase, the BF for the CLP group (x‾ RM + LM = 285 ± 141) was significantly lower compared to the CON group (x‾ RM + LM = 524 ± 202). …”
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Sedoanalgesia with dexmedetomidine in daily anesthesia practices: a prospective randomized controlled trial by Ali Kendal Oğuz, Celaleddin Soyalp, Yunus Emre Tunçdemir, Arzu Esen Tekeli, Nureddin Yüzkat

“…Current debates on the optimal anesthetic agents highlight the need for safer alternatives. …”
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Breeding and genetic aspects of creating productive forms of fast-developing spring bread wheat by B. V. Rigin, E. V. Zuev, V. A. Tyunin, E. R. Shreyder, Z. S. Pyzhenkova, I. I. Matvienko

“…In Russia, wheat breeding should also focus on creation of earlier-maturing varieties with an optimal duration of the vegetation period reflecting territorial environmental features. …”
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Hydra Radio Access Network (H-RAN): Multi-Functional Communications and Sensing Networks, Initial Access Implementation, and Task-2 Approach by Rafid I. Abd, Daniel J. Findley, Kwang Soon Kim

“…These elements are integral to optimizing beamforming in scenarios where direct line-of-sight (LoS) is obstructed by <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\text {level}_{1}$ </tex-math></inline-formula> blockage scenario. …”
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An Update of the Appropriate Treatment Strategies in Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer: A Population-Based Study of 735 Patients by Nai-si Huang, Xiao Shi, Bo-wen Lei, Wen-jun Wei, Zhong-wu Lu, Peng-cheng Yu, Yu Wang, Qing-hai Ji, Yu-long Wang

“…In operable cases, surgery+RT±chemotherapy was the optimal treatment modality. Otherwise, RT+chemotherapy was the appropriate strategy. …”
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Synthesizing evidence to guide the design and implementation of effective strategies for discontinuing postoperative antibiotic prophylaxis in surgical settings: an umbrella review... by George Msema Bwire, Renatus B. Magati, Hafidhi H. Ntissi, Tusaligwe Mbilinyi, Martine A. Manguzu, Goodluck G. Nyondo, Belinda J. Njiro, Lilian B. Nkinda, Castory G. Munishi, Obadia Nyongole, Pacifique Ndayishimiye, Mtebe V. Majigo

“…We conducted this review to synthesize evidence for guiding the design and implementation of effective strategies for discontinuing PAP practice and optimizing antibiotic use in surgical settings. Methods This umbrella review searched for articles from PubMed/MEDLINE and Scopus, focusing on reviews conducted on human subjects on PAP to prevent SSIs, published in English language from 2019 to 5th July 2024. …”
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Construct validity and responsiveness of clinical upper limb measures and sensor-based arm use within the first year after stroke: a longitudinal cohort study by Johannes Pohl, Geert Verheyden, Jeremia Philipp Oskar Held, Andreas Ruediger Luft, Chris Easthope Awai, Janne Marieke Veerbeek

“…Criterion responsiveness was examined by correlating patient-reported Global Rating of Perceived Change (GRPC) scores and observed change in upper limb measures and AU metrics. Optimal cut-off values for minimal important change (MIC) were estimated by ROC curve analysis. …”
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The impact of same‐day and rapid ART initiation under the Universal Health Coverage programme on HIV outcomes in Thailand: a retrospective real‐life cohort study by Sirinya Teeraananchai, David C. Boettiger, Cheewanan Lertpiriyasuwat, Rattaphon Triamwichanon, Patchara Benjarattanaporn, Nittaya Phanuphak

“…ART initiation within 7 days significantly reduced mortality. To further optimize health outcomes, innovative strategies are urgently needed to promote earlier ART initiation in Thailand.…”
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Quantifying uncertainties in satellite NO₂ superobservations for data assimilation and model evaluation by P. Rijsdijk, P. Rijsdijk, P. Rijsdijk, H. Eskes, A. Dingemans, A. Dingemans, K. F. Boersma, K. F. Boersma, T. Sekiya, K. Miyazaki, S. Houweling, S. Houweling

“…In particular, the construction of realistic uncertainties for the superobservations is non-trivial and crucial to obtaining close-to-optimal data assimilation results. We present a detailed methodology to account for the representation error when satellite observations are missing due to, e.g., cloudiness. …”
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Factors Influencing the Development of Metachronous Fractures in Patients with Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures Treated with Conservative Management or Vertebroplasty by Fernando Ruiz Santiago, Lucía Bueno Caravaca, Francisco Garrido Sanz, Paula María Jiménez Gutiérrez, David Luengo Gómez, Mario Rivera Izquierdo, José Manuel Benítez, Antonio Jesús Láinez Ramos-Bossini

“…A multivariate model combining these four variables showed optimal fitting and correctly discriminated over 80% of cases (AUC, 0.828; 95%CI, 0.725–0.930). …”
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Meta-analysis of efficacy and safety of pembrolizumab for the treatment of advanced or recurrent cervical cancer by Xue Zhang, Wen-Jie Yin, Ai-Li Zhang, Xiao-Xiao Zhang, Li-Juan Ding, Jiao Zhang, Shu-Ting He, Jie-Ping Yan

“…Future research will primarily focus on optimising customised regiments that optimally integrate pembrolizumab into new therapies and combination strategies. …”
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A Magnetic Photocatalytic Composite Derived from Waste Rice Noodle and Red Mud by Qing Liu, Wanying Ying, Hailing Gou, Minghui Li, Ke Huang, Renyuan Xu, Guanzhi Ding, Pengyu Wang, Shuoping Chen

“…Experimental results demonstrated that the WRN-derived CQDs not only facilitated the formation of the magnetic γ-Fe₂O₃ phase but also promoted a synergistic interaction between CQDs and γ-Fe₂O₃, enhancing electron-hole pair separation and boosting the production of reactive radicals such as O₂^·− and ·OH. Under optimized conditions (pH = 8, carbon loading: 10 wt%), the CQDs/γ-Fe₂O₃ composite exhibited good photocatalytic performance against methylene blue, achieving a 97.6% degradation rate within 480 min and a degradation rate constant of 5.99 × 10⁻³ min⁻¹, significantly outperforming RM and commercial γ-Fe₂O₃ powder. …”
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Clinical and ultrasound characteristics in patients with sars-cov-2 pneumonia, associated with hospitalization prognosis. e-covid project by Noemí Fàbrega Ramon, Marta Ortega Bravo, Gerard Torres Cortada, Joaquim Sol Culleré, Mònica Solanes Cabús, Jose María Palacín Peruga

“…In both cases it has been determined that the optimal point for classification was 2 or more lung affected areas. …”
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Editorial by Teddy Surya Gunawan

“…This issue also highlights the integration of AI and machine learning in optimizing engineering systems. From a fuzzy logic-based indoor navigation system to an energy management system for standalone microgrids, these innovations demonstrate AI's capability to enhance decision-making, reduce costs, and improve system reliability. …”
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Comparison of TAP block and epidural analgesia for postoperative analgesia after robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy by O.O. Volkov, Lutsenko V.V., M.O. Plis, M.V. Pavlenko, Krishtafor D.A.

“…To alleviate pain and optimize improved recovery after laparoscopic prostatectomy, regional anesthesia techniques have been used to avoid or reduce the need for opioids. …”
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Effects of a 10-week athletic performance program on match performance variables in male professional football players by Sergio Jiménez Rubio, José L. Estévez Rodríguez, Victor Escamilla Galindo, Sergio L. Jiménez-Sáiz, Juan Del Coso

“…The APP's focus on mobility, stability, strength, and sprint-specific skills likely contributed to these improvements, highlighting the importance of targeted supplementary training for optimizing athletic performance in professional football players. …”
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