Pediatric Intracochlear Schwannoma: Case Series and Review of the Literature by Enrico Liaci, Maurizio Negri, Francesco Maccarrone, Silvia Piccinini, Enrico Pasanisi, Andrea Bacciu, Filippo Di Lella

“…ICSs are particularly rare in the pediatric population. Putative diagnosis is made on the basis of magnetic resonance findings with signal characteristics that should remain the same at follow-up imaging. …”
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Nuclear Intron Sequence Variation of the <i>Bulinus globosus</i> Complex (Mollusca: Planorbidae): Implications for Molecular Systematic Analyses by Chairat Tantrawatpan, Kotchaphon Vaisusuk, Chrysantus M. Tanga, Warayutt Pilap, Naruemon Bunchom, Ross H. Andrews, Tongjit Thanchomnang, Wanchai Maleewong, Weerachai Saijuntha

“…AkInt3 sequence studies showed high levels of genetic polymorphism and heterozygosity, supporting its use as a genetic marker for elucidating the population genetics of <i>B. globosus</i>. Furthermore, our study showed that <i>B. globosus</i> populations in Kenya form a “species complex”.…”
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Revitalizing Ukrainian Cities: The Role of Public-Private Partnerships in Smart Urban Development by Vitalii Kruhlov, Jaroslav Dvorak, Volodymyr Moroz, Dina Tereshchenko

“…Design/Methodology/Approach: The research employs a multi-stage methodological approach, encompassing elements such as gauging urban population satisfaction with municipal services, graphical analysis using CIMI, assessing the relevance of revitalizing Ukrainian cities and the need for mobilizing business resources, sociological surveys, developing a Smart City model based on PPP project outcomes, and formulating key elements of the national Smart City development strategy. …”
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Pacific sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus) in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, association with ocean currents and seasonal effects of upwelling using real-time Argos locations by Chelsea E. Clyde-Brockway, Chelsea E. Clyde-Brockway, Samir Harshad Patel, Gabriela Blanco, Samuel J. Friederichk, Stephen Morreale, Frank V. Paladino, Frank V. Paladino

“…Concurrently, sailfish are caught as bycatch in purse seine and longline fishing gear potentially threatening the stability of the population and sportfishing community. In this study, Wildlife Computers Mk10 satellite transmitters were deployed on sailfish (n = 6) which relayed real time Argos satellite locations and post-release light-derived geolocation positional estimates. …”
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Characteristics That Predict Psoriatic Arthritis by the Classification Criteria for Psoriatic Arthritis in Patients With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis 18 Years After Disease Onset by Agnes Szentpetery, Mia Glerup, Kristiina Aalto, Ellen D. Arnstad, Anders Fasth, Troels Herlin, Charlotte Myrup, Ellen Nordal, Suvi Peltoniemi, Marite Rygg, Veronika Gjertsen Rypdal, Lillemor Berntson

“…Objective The purposes of this study were to assess the clinical characteristics of patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) who fulfill the ClASsification criteria for Psoriatic ARthritis (CASPAR) 18 years after disease onset in a population‐based setting and to identify features likely to predict psoriatic arthritis (PsA). …”
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Differentiation of Human Embryonic Stem Cells to Sympathetic Neurons: A Potential Model for Understanding Neuroblastoma Pathogenesis by Jane Carr-Wilkinson, Nilendran Prathalingam, Deepali Pal, Mohammad Moad, Natalie Lee, Aishwarya Sundaresh, Helen Forgham, Peter James, Mary Herbert, Majlinda Lako, Deborah A. Tweddle

“…On day 28 post p75 sorting, dual immunofluorescence identified sympathetic neurons by PRPH and TH copositivity cells in 20% of the cell population. Noradrenergic sympathetic neurons, identified by copositivity for both PHOX2B and DBH, were present in 9.4% ± 5.5% of cells. …”
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Experience in the Management of Patients with Chronic Vascular Ulcers of the Lower Limbs Using Negatively Charged Polystyrene Microspheres by María Teresa Cacua Sánchez

“…Chronic ulcers of the lower limbs are a socioeconomic health problem, having a high incidence in the adult population. Despite a correct etiological treatment, in addition to the multiple lesion management options available, healing percentage and speed remain low, which makes it a great therapeutic challenge. …”
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Behaviors and influencing factors of Chinese oncology nurses towards frailty care: A cross-sectional study based on knowledge-attitude-practice theory in 2024. by Xiaoxue Chen, Fang Xiao, Yuhua Miao, Huiying Qin, Lirong Yang, Fang Shen, Xiuhong Yuan

“…<h4>Background</h4>The demand for frailty care is continuously increasing in hospitalized tumor patients with the aging of the population. Nurses are the primary care providers of hospitalized tumor patients with frailty but research on exploring their behavior and associated factors is limited. …”
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Adeno-associated virus-based gene therapy for hemophilia–addressing the gaps by Wolfgang Miesbach, Paul Batty, Pratima Chowdary, Sylvia Fong, Radoslaw Kaczmarek, Frank W.G. Leebeek, Brian Long, Johnny Mahlangu, Mike Makris, Glenn F. Pierce, Steven W. Pipe, Alok Srivastava, Jan Voorberg, Flora Peyvandi

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The expression profile of genes associated with behavior, stress, and adult neurogenesis along the hippocampal dorsoventral axis in tame and aggressive foxes by Yu. V. Alexandrovich, E. V. Antonov, S. G. Shikhevich, A. V. Kharlamova, L. V. Meister, Y. V. Makovka, D. V. Shepeleva, R. G. Gulevich, Yu. E. Herbeck

“…Also, adult hippocampal neurogenesis was more intense in tame foxes, and this fact may relate to reduced stress levels in this experimental population of foxes. Nevertheless, the molecular mechanisms responsible for the reduced stress response in tame animals remain obscure. …”
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Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on utilisation of facility-based essential maternal and child health services from March to August 2020 compared with pre-pandemic March–August 2019... by Grace J Chan, Delayehu Bekele, Bezawit Mesfin Hunegnaw, Kimiko Van Wickle, Chalachew Bekele, Fanos Ashenafi Gebremeskel, Michelle Korte, Christine Tedijanto, Lisanu Taddesse

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Magnitude of fruit and vegetable consumption and its associated factors among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) attending health services at selected health centers in... by Lelisa Worku, Burtukan Hussien, Teshome Bekele Elema, Taferi Atomsa Rekiti, Amana Ogatu Luke, Addisu Tadesse Sime

“…Descriptive statistics were performed to describe the study population’s characteristics, while logistic regression was used to identify the factors linked to FV consumption.Results The study’s findings indicated that the recommended amount of FV consumption was low among study participants at 25.8%, with a range of 20.9%–31.5%. …”
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Assessing the impact of sewage and wastewater on antimicrobial resistance in nearshore Antarctic biofilms and sediments by Melody S Clark, Benjamin H Gregson, Carla Greco, Harisree Paramel Nair, Marlon Clark, Claire Evans, Kevin A. Hughes, Kudzai Hwengwere, Marcus Leung, Lloyd S Peck, Caray A. Walker, William Chow

“…This includes monitoring human-mediated AMR, particularly around population concentrations such as visitor sites and Antarctic research stations. …”
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Changes in quality of life 5 years after sleeve gastrectomy: a prospective cohort study by Karl Ove Hufthammer, Tone Merete Norekvål, Grethe S Tell, Ronette L Kolotkin, Tone Nygaard Flølo, Anny Aasprang, Villy Våge, John Roger Andersen

“…Although significant (p&lt;0.001) and clinically relevant improvements in HRQOL/overall QOL outcomes were observed at 5 years, scores were still below the general population norms.Conclusion Most patients undergoing SG experience substantial weight loss accompanied by statistically significant and clinically relevant long-term improvements in HRQOL/overall QOL. …”
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Prevalence of cardiovascular symptoms in post-acute COVID-19 syndrome: a meta-analysis by Li-wei Huang, Hua-min Li, Bei He, Xiao-bo Wang, Qi-zhi Zhang, Wen-xing Peng

“…Abstract Background Since its emergence in 2019, COVID-19 has continued to pose significant threats to both the physical and mental health of the global population, as well as to healthcare systems worldwide (Raman et al., Eur Heart J 43:1157–1172, 2022). …”
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Comprehensive analysis of the 5-HTTLPR allelic polymorphism effect on behavioral and neurophysiological indicators of executive control in people from different ethnic groups in Si... by A. N. Savostyanov, D. V. Bazovkina, S. A. Lashin, S. S. Tamozhnikov, A. E. Saprygin, T. N. Astakhova, U. N. Kavai-ool, N. V. Borisova, A. G. Karpova

“…The study was conducted among people from three ethno-regional groups: healthy Caucasoids from Novosibirsk, the Mongoloid groups of the indigenous population of the Tuva Republic and Sakha Republic (Yakutia). …”
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The clinical application and anatomical analysis of proximal peroneal artery perforator in free fibula flap based on CTA by Yitong Zhao, Danwei Xiang, Lina Song, Zhujiajun Cui, Xingwu Zheng, Tianyu Zhang, Huihui Yang, Yongzhen Fu, Qilin Liu

“…Conclusions The high prevalence of proximal peroneal perforators identified in this population, along with their relatively stable anatomical positions, suggests their significant surgical potential. …”
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Impact of measles vaccination strategies on vaccination rates in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Andrew Hayen, Kiddus Yitbarek, Mirkuzie Woldie, Firew Tekle Bobo, Jane Frawley, Abela Mahimbo, Meru Sheel

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Multicomponent rehabilitation to improve independence and functioning in elderly patients with common age-associated diseases: a scoping review by Omar Baritello, Hanna Stein, Heinz Völler, Annett Salzwedel, Theo Taxis, Machteld Luizink-Dogan

“…There is an essential need for studies investigating the capabilities of MR in this growing and under-represented patient population.Trial registration number OSF (https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/GFK5C).…”
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Neutralizing antibody responses to three XBB protein vaccines in older adults by Guo-Jian Yang, Mei Lu, Rui-Rui Chen, Shuang-Qing Wang, Sheng Wan, Xue-Dong Song, Guo-Ping Cao, Lei Lv, Xue-Juan He, Bing-Dong Zhan, Mai-Juan Ma

“…These findings indicate that booster vaccination with XBB-containing vaccines can effectively elicit strong neutralizing responses against a number of SARS-CoV-2 variants in older adults over 65 years, which will help guide vaccine strategies in this elderly population.…”
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