Comparison of Nasopharyngeal Airway with Endoscopic Respiratory Mask for Hypoxemia in Painless Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in Obese Outpatients: Study Protocol for a Randomized Cont... by Xiang D, Deng L, Zhou R, Zhang X, Tian L, Jiang W, Zhou Y, Chen W, Peng Y

“…The secondary outcomes will be the incidence of epistaxis, suspended examination due to hypoxemia, manual ventilation, the times of attempt to nasopharynx airway insertion, duration of insertion of nasopharyngeal airway, tracheal/laryngeal mask intubation, adverse cardiovascular events, gastrointestinal complications, VAS score of nasopharynx pain after removing the nasopharyngeal airway, satisfaction score of patients, endoscopist and anesthesiologists.Discussion: This study evaluates the effects of nasopharyngeal airway insertion on hypoxemia caused by procedural sedation in obese patients undergoing gastrointestinal endoscopy. …”
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The first experience of two-stage treatment of transsphincteric fistulas of rectum by means of fibrin sealant by S. A. Frolov, A. M. Kuzminov, V. Yu. Korolik, I. S. Bogormistrov, M. O. Chernozhukova, Sh. T. Minbayev

“…Surgical intervention was carried out under local anesthesia, duration averaged 16 min (12 to 26), no intra­operative morbidity was registered. Pain intensity in postoperative period was minimal. …”
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Metabolites derived from medicinal plants modulating voltage-gated sodium channel activity: A systematic review by José Luis Estela-Zape, Mayra Liliana Pizarro-Loaiza, Gabriel Arteaga, Santiago Castaño, Leonardo Fierro

“…Dysfunction of these channels is associated with neurological disorders such as epilepsy, neuropathic pain, and myopathies. Although plant-derived compounds have shown promise in modulating Nav channels, the molecular mechanisms remain insufficiently understood. …”
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Association of reported sleep disturbances with objectively assessed mild cognitive impairment among adults in the United States by Chan Shen, Hao Wang, Arthur Nguimatsa Djiotsop, R. Constance Wiener, Mona Pathak, Sophie Mitra, Patricia A Findley, Usha Sambamoorthi

“…Logistic regression models estimated unadjusted (Model 1) and adjusted associations accounting for sex, race/ethnicity, age, social determinants of health (Model 2), general health (Model 3), depression (Model 4), and pain and physical activity (Model 5). Results: The study cohort included 8877 participants aged ⩾50 years in 2018 (baseline) who were followed up in 2020. …”
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Maximal and Explosive Muscle Strength During Hip Adduction Squeeze and Hip Abduction Press Test Using A Handheld Dynamometer: An Intra- and Inter-tester Reliability Study by Lasse Ishøi, Kristian Thorborg, Laura Krohn, Lars Louis Andersen, Asger Møller Nielsen, MIkkel Bek Clausen

“…# Background Hip adduction and abduction muscle function plays an important role for risk of groin pain in athletes. Maximal isometric strength can be obtained clinically using a handheld dynamometer. …”
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Determination of the MEC90 of Oxycodone for Preventing Perioperative Shivering in Pregnant Patients Undergoing Caesarean Delivery with Neuraxial Anaesthesia: A Biased-Coin up-and-D... by Lu X, Chen K, Xuan Y, Shen M, Lei W, Huang Y, Sun J

“…The incidence of intraoperative traction pain was 12%. The 5-min and 30-min Ramsay sedation scores were 3 (3– 4) and 3 (3– 3), respectively. …”
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Circular RNA encoded by PPARG in the peripheral blood and a lipopolysaccharide-induced cardiomyocyte inflammation model is identified as a marker of fulminant myocarditis by Shasha Huang, Shumin He, Fei Xiao, Yang Zhou, Su Lyu

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Abord laparoscopique d’un volumineux kyste hépatique simple : à propos d’un cas [A laparoscopic approach to a large simple hepatic cyst : a case report] by Meriem Bouzida, Mustapha Zeggane, Noura Zahi, Benyahia Boukhatem, Noureddine Ait Benamer

“…A 54-year-old wo­man with no pathological history who consulted for chronic pain in the right hypo­chondrium. The radiological explorations had objectified a large hepatic cyst and an uncomplicated gall bladder lithiasis. …”
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Clinical Guidelines of the Russian Gastroenterological Association on the Diagnostics and Treatment of Eosinophilic Esophagitis by V. T. Ivashkin, I. V. Maev, A. S. Trukhmanov, T. L. Lapina, D. N. Andreev, E. K. Baranskaya, A. S. Tertychny, S. S. Pirogov, A. A. Sheptulin, D. I. Abdulganieva, D. T. Dicheva, A. V. Zaborovsky, N. Yu. Ivashkina, N. V. Korochanskaya, A. V. Paraskevova

“…The EoE diagnostics is based on the clinical manifestations of the disease (dysphagia, food impaction, chest pain regardless of swallowing), as well as on the combination of endoscopic and histological signs. …”
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Public insight into knee osteoarthritis: a cross-sectional study from the West Bank, Palestine by Haya Jebreen Mohammed Warasna, Bashar Yaser Hasan Awad, Mohamad A. Banat, Mohammad Yaser Hasan Awad, Ahmed Farid Gadelmawla, Jameel Suliman, Tarek A. Owais, Ahmad J. Warasna

“…Abstract Background Osteoarthritis (OA) is a significant global health concern and is characterized by the degeneration of joint structures, leading to pain, stiffness, and functional limitations It is estimated that 654.1 million individuals are affected by osteoarthritis worldwide, with females, especially those older than 60 years of age, being the population most impacted. …”
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Lysozyme-based spray for treatment of radiotherapy-induced oral mucositis by Zdenka Gojković, Jelena Rožić, Nataša Gašpar, Aziz Šukalo, Meliha Mehić, Amna Tanović Avdić, Una Glamočlija

“…A significantly lower pain intensity when eating solid food was observed after 21 days in lysozyme compared to the control group. …”
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The impact of food-based incentive behaviors on oral health among Saudi children: a cross-sectional study by Yasir Dilshad Siddiqui, Saud Hamdan Almaeen, Ahmed Shawkat Hashem, Ahmed Ali Ahmed Almuntashiri, Mohammed Nadeem Baig, Abdullah Hammad Alshammari, Rital Jamal Alwaqid, Haifa Ali Almutairi, Raha Ahmed, Rakhi Issrani, Farooq Ahmad Chaudhary

“…Abstract Background Childhood dental caries is a common and significant oral health issue globally, resulting in pain, infection, and difficulties in eating and speaking. …”
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Decision-Making Factors Among Dentists for Using Dental Magnifying Loupes: A Cross-Sectional Study by Alghilan MA, AlShehri A, Almeshrafi A, Alrumi A, Aldibasi O

“…This study aimed to investigate factors influencing the usage and selection of DMLs among dentists and determine the self-reported musculoskeletal pain and perception regarding DMLs usage.Methods: A validated self-reported questionnaire of 19 items assessing participant’s characteristics and DMLs usage was distributed to individuals who fit the inclusion criteria: practicing general dentists/dental intern and resident/specialized dentist in various dental specialties. …”
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Psychological and autonomous nervous system features of functional gastric dyspepsia and irritable bowel syndrome, duloxetine treatment efficacy by A. P. Pogromov, G. M. Dyukova, M. L. Leonova

“…., 1998), for evaluation of pain phenomena of various location – visual-analog scale.Results. …”
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A qualitative study of community perceptions and practices relating to blood donation in Cameroon by Solange Dabou, Wilfred Ngwa, Ngo Valery Ngo, Constantine T Asahngwa, Ghyslaine Bruna Djeunang Dongho, Regina Sinsai, Evrard Kepgang, Odette D Kibu, Ronald Mbua Gobina, Denis Alemka Foretia

“…Some people do not want to donate blood due to: (1) fear of needles, donor-site pain or possible ritualistic use of donated blood, (2) certain religious beliefs, such as those held by Jehovah’s Witnesses, (3) local and cultural beliefs, (4) the perception that blood donation is a commercial activity for many health personnel and (5) lack of transparency from health personnel. …”
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The Role of Physical Activity in Pregnancy: Impact on Preeclampsia, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, and Labor Outcomes by Paulina Woźniak, Ewa Wietrzykowska, Wiktoria Gajek-Flanczewska, Sebastian Flanczewski, Małgorzata Wirkijowska, Jakub Wirkijowski, Katarzyna Wójtowicz, Agata Walczak, Dominika Sobolewska, Katarzyna Michalczyk-Fraszka, Martyna Śliwińska, Anna Podraza

“…On top of that, PA seems to have a beneficial influence on various labor outcomes, such as shortened active labor duration, lowered reported levels of pregnancy-related pain, improved psychological well-being, and increased chances of natural vaginal birth as opposed to cesarean section or instrumental birth. …”
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Is acupuncture effective for knee osteoarthritis? A protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis by Jing-Wen Yang, Jian-Feng Tu, Myeong Soo Lee, Chuan-Yang Liu, Ling-Yu Qi, Fang-Ting Yu, Shi-Yan Yan, Jin-Ling Li, Lu-Lu Lin, Xiao-Wan Hao, Xin-Tong Su, Li-Qiong Wang

“…The primary outcome will be pain intensity. Risk of bias will be assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration’s tool for assessing risk of bias. …”
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Green tea silver nanoparticles improve physiological motor and cognitive function in BALB/c mice during inflammation by Herbert Izo, Ninsiima, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Kenneth, Ssekatawa, Halima, Nalugo, Caroline, Asekenye, David, Onanyang, Edson Ireeta, Munanura, Moses, Ariong, Kevin, Matama, Gerald, Zirintunda, Ngala Elvis, Mbiydzenyuy, Fred, Ssempijja, Adam Moyosore, Afodun, Ibe Michael, Usman, Oscar Hilary, Asiimwe, Julius, Tibyangye, Keneth Iceland, Kasozi

“…Paw edema was measured at a 2 h interval for 3 days, while the pain was assessed by measuring the locomotion activity using the voluntary wheel running and the anxiety- like behavior. …”
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Perioperative outcomes of video-assisted versus right anterior thoracotomy mitral valve replacement: an observational study by Gehad Awad, Fetoh Alaaeldin Fetoh, Noureldin Noaman Gwely, Usama Hamza, Sameh Amer, Yomna Mohammed Yehya, Amr Abdellateef

“…VAMVR showed statistically significant smaller wounds and less postoperative pain than ATMVR, which may offer potential advantages in terms of reduced postoperative discomfort and cosmetic appearance for the thoracoscopic technique. …”
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Adulthood consequences of spinal deformity surgeries in neurofibromatosis type 1 patients by Arihiko Tsukamoto, Koki Uno, Teppei Suzuki, Masaaki Ito, Keita Nakashima, Kenichiro Kakutani, Yoshiki Takeoka

“…There were no significant differences in SRS-22 Pain, Mental Health, Satisfaction, and ODI, but SRS-22 Function and Self-image were significantly lower in the NF-1 group. …”
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