The Efficacy of Fan Therapy to Alleviate Breathlessness among Lung Cancer Patients by Komang Noviantari

“…Breathlessness is a commonly reported symptom among patients with advanced-stage lung cancer and significantly affects their quality of life. Nowadays, treating breathlessness using standard pharmacological therapies is considered not very effective. …”
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Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction complicated by ipsilateral pleural effusion by Marc Assaad, Wasif Shamsi, Anthony Loschner, Maria del Mar Cirino-Marcano

“…The use of both valves is approved by the Food and Drug Administration view their established efficacy in improving lung functions, quality of life and survival. Although they have a relatively safe profile, several adverse events have been reported, pneumothorax being the most common and pleural effusion being the least reported. …”
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Anthropometric Evaluation of pupils from APAE Araras-SP having Down Syndrome by Carolina Barbosa Ribeiro, Mércia Tancredo Toledo

“…Therefore, assessments and nutritional interventions are needed for these individuals to have a better quality of life, growth and development. The aim of the study was to evaluate the anthropometric status of pupils having Down syndrome assisted by the Association of Parents and Friends of Exceptionals (APAE) from Araras-SP, School unit. …”
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Evaluation of the Effects of Helmet Therapy on Head Deformities: A Systematic Review of Literature by Mohammad Taghi Karimi, Mahsa Kavyani

“…Moreover, it does not influence on the quality of life of the subjects. The efficiency of helmet therapy to correct head deformities is more than other available approaches. …”
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A Qualitative Review of Balance and Strength Performance in Healthy Older Adults: Impact for Testing and Training by Urs Granacher, Thomas Muehlbauer, Markus Gruber

“…., increased fall incidence/injury rate) that threaten both the quality of life of fall-prone individuals as well as the long-term sustainability of the public health care system due to high treatment costs of fall-related injuries (e.g., femoral neck fracture). …”
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The Impact of Antidepressants on Gut Microbiome and Depression Management by Ee-Kit Tang, Ke-Yan Loo, Angel Yun-Kuan Thye, Jodi Woan-Fei Law, Loh Teng-Hern Tan, Malarvili Selvaraja, Sivakumar Thurairajasingam, Learn-Han Lee, Vengadesh Letchumanan

“… Depression is a widespread psychiatric disorder that significantly impacts an individual’s quality of life. It affects mental and emotional well-being and has far-reaching consequences on their physical health, relationships, and overall ability to function in daily life. …”
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Recurrent Plasmacytomas after Allografting in a Patient with Multiple Myeloma by Allen N. Stawis, Diane Maennle, Moreno Festuccia, Zia Uddin, Benedetto Bruno

“…Here we report a case of a myeloma patient, initially treated with an allograft, who enjoyed an eleven-year disease-free remission with very good quality of life. She eventually relapsed first with an extramedullary plasmacytoma in the breast and, two years later, with a right atrial cardiac mass.…”
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Technology in Medicine: Use of Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Telemedicine in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Diseases by Riber Fabián Donoso Noroña, Nairovys Gómez Martínez, Adisnay Rodríguez Plasencia

“…Today, artificial intelligence, robotics and telemedicine are crucial tools in the development of modern medicine, allowing the implementation of innovative solutions to improve the quality of life of patients. The aim of the research was to describe the real impact, in an exhaustive manner, of the role of technology in medicine, by focusing on the implementation and effectiveness of artificial intelligence, robotics and telemedicine in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. …”
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Review of strategies to promote active aging in Ibero-America by Claudia Troncoso Pantoja, Ximena Díaz Martínez, Miquel Martorell Pons, Gabriela Nazar Carter, Yeny Concha Cisternas, Igor Cigarroa Cuevas

“…In Latin America, various experiences that promote active aging are recognized, and can be replicated in various communities, as strategies aimed at a better quality of life. The objective of this review is to identify interventions or recommendations aimed at promoting active aging in Ibero-American countries. …”
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Modelling the role of drug barons on the prevalence of drug epidemics by John Boscoh H. Njagarah, Farai Nyabadza

“…Substance abuse is a global menace with immeasurable consequences to the health of users, the quality of life and the economy of countries affected. …”
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Neonatal Nonketotic Hyperglycinemia: A Severe Case With Prenatal Indicators and Comprehensive Review of Recognition and Management by Samaneh Parviz, Dariush Hooshyar

“…This case highlights the significance of early identification, precise diagnosis, and a comprehensive care strategy in managing NKH, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.…”
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Visual Impairment Spatial Awareness System for Indoor Navigation and Daily Activities by Xinrui Yu, Jafar Saniie

“…The integration of artificial intelligence into daily life significantly enhances the autonomy and quality of life of visually impaired individuals. This paper introduces the Visual Impairment Spatial Awareness (VISA) system, designed to holistically assist visually impaired users in indoor activities through a structured, multi-level approach. …”
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Improvement of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease treatment by P. I. Seliverstov, V. G. Radchenko

“…On a background of «Hepaguard Active» therapy improvement of symptoms was marked, condition of hepatobiliary tract has improved, lipid spectrum was normalized, excessive body weight decreased, quality of life improved.Conclusions. Hepaguard Active can be recommended to patients with NAFLD at steatosis stage for correction of revealed disorders and prevention of disease progression.…”
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Guiding Lights in Genome Editing for Inherited Retinal Disorders: Implications for Gene and Cell Therapy by Carla Sanjurjo-Soriano, Vasiliki Kalatzis

“…These conditions present an irreversible dysfunction or loss of neural retinal cells, which significantly impacts quality of life. Due to the anatomical accessibility and immunoprivileged status of the eye, ophthalmological research has been at the forefront of innovative and advanced gene- and cell-based therapies, both of which represent great potential as therapeutic treatments for IRD patients. …”
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Bariatric Surgery, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Infertility by James Butterworth, Jean Deguara, Cynthia-Michelle Borg

“…Bariatric surgery has been shown to conclusively improve life expectancy, quality of life, and comorbidities like type 2 diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea. …”
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Behavioral Intervention versus Pharmacotherapy or Their Combinations in the Management of Overactive Bladder Dysfunction by Khanh Tran, Robert M. Levin, Shaker A. Mousa

“…These symptoms are not life threatening but can cause embarrassment and significantly impact quality of life. There are numerous treatment options for OAB, including behavioral therapy, traditional pharmacological therapy or a combination of the two. …”
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Biologics in Paediatric Crohn's Disease by Oliver Gouldthorpe, Anthony G. Catto-Smith, George Alex

“…Generally, childhood-onset disease runs a more severe course than in adults and has a greater impact on quality of life. Therapy in children must take account of a different set of risks for toxicity compared to adults, but also to their longevity. …”
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PERCEPT Indoor Navigation System for the Blind and Visually Impaired: Architecture and Experimentation by Aura Ganz, James Schafer, Siddhesh Gandhi, Elaine Puleo, Carole Wilson, Meg Robertson

“…PERCEPT will improve the quality of life and health of the visually impaired community by enabling independent living. …”
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New-Onset Ulcerative Colitis in a Young Caucasian Woman with Unclassified Arteritis by Bryan Roberts

“…The association of inflammatory bowel disease and Takayasu arteritis should not be overlooked, as future treatment methods and early, continuous surveillance may be critical in improving quality of life and avoiding serious complications.…”
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MOOD OF THE DOCTORS: PROBLEMS, CHALLENGES AND PERSPECTIVES OF AI USE IN MEDICINE by Tudor Florin Ursuleanu, Alina Ionela Calin, Maria Paula Comanescu, Hlescu Cristian Stefan, Roxana Grigorovici, Andreea Roxana Luca, Ramona Elena Teiu, Alexandru Grigorovici

“…This approach supports medical practice outcomes and aims to improve the quality of life of patients. Conclusions: The findings suggest that enhancing the doctor-AI relationship through a focus on emotions and attitudes fosters receptivity among physicians, leading to better integration of AI technologies and improved patient care.…”
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