Analysis of the low density lipoprotein receptor gene (<i>LDLR</i>) mutation spectrum in Russian familial hypercholesterolemia by V. B. Vasilyev, F. M. Zakharova, T. Yu. Bogoslovskaya, M. Yu. Mandelshtam

“…Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a very common human hereditary disease in Russia and in the whole world with most of mutations localized in the gene coding for the low density lipoprotein receptor (LDLR). The object of this review is to systematize the knowledge about LDLR mutations in Russia. …”
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Intervertebral disc regeneration – Is it possible? by Dragos Schiopu, Arnaud Devriendt, Clara Van Vyve, Tamas S. Illes

“…The dGEMRIC studies in degenerative and control discs, visual analogue scale (VAS), Oswestry disability index (ODI), lumbar lordosis, and disc thickness were reviewed before and after surgery. Results: Visual analogue scale and ODI showed significant improvements (P=.003, P=.0004, respectively). …”
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Oxytocin: co-evolution of human and domesticated animals by Yu. E. Herbeck, R. G. Gulevich, D. V. Shepeleva, V. V. Grinevich

“…Therefore, in the present mini-review we focus on the role of OT in the orchestration of distinct forms of social behavior, including the monogamous bond, maternal care, social memory and recognition, aggression, and anxiety. …”
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Application value of different imaging methods in the early diagnosis of small hepatocellular carcinoma: a network meta-analysis by Jian Dong, Zhen Wang, Si-Rui Wang, Huan Zhao, Jun Li, Ting Ma

“…There was significant inconsistency and high heterogeneity in this study.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/, identifier CRD42024507883.…”
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Systematic Exploration of the Knowledge Graph on Rock Porosity Structure by Chengwei Geng, Fei Xiong, Yong Liu, Yun Zhang, Yi Xue, Tongqiang Xia, Ming Ji

“…The study utilizes extensive literature review and data mining techniques, analyzing 4807 papers published over the past 20 years, sourced from the Web of Science database. …”
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Ulama's Role in Addressing Public Health Needs: The Case for or Against Breast Milk Banks? by Misbachussurur, ‪Luqman Rico Khashogi

“…The research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing a literature review and comparative analysis of the views held by two prominent ulama: Hasbi ash-Shiddieqy, who supports the establishment of breast milk banks, and Umar Hubeis, who opposes them. …”
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Proton exchange membrane‐based electrocatalytic systems for hydrogen production by Yangyang Zhou, Hongjing Zhong, Shanhu Chen, Guobin Wen, Liang Shen, Yanyong Wang, Ru Chen, Li Tao, Shuangyin Wang

“…Proton exchange membrane (PEM)‐based electrocatalytic systems represent a promising technology for hydrogen production, which is equipped to combine efficiently with intermittent electricity from renewable energy sources. In this review, PEM‐based electrocatalytic systems for H2 production are summarized systematically from low to high operating temperature systems. …”
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Five Years Pathological Evaluation of Corneal Regrafts: A Study from Southern Iran by Masoomeh Eghtedari, Mahmood Kamalzadeh, Masoud Yasemi, Hossein Movahedan, Mohammad Javad Ashraf

“…Also, microscopic findings of corneas were reviewed. Results. Among a total of 1190 corneal grafts, 76 of them (6.38%) were regrafts. …”
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Bivalirudin vs. Heparin on Radial Artery Thrombosis during Transradial Coronary Intervention: An Optical Coherence Tomography Study by Zijing Liu, Guozhong Wang, Dan Niu, Yongxia Wu, Zixuan Li, Libin Zhang, Guohua Zhu, Qi Hua, Jincheng Guo

“…Methods and Results. We consecutively reviewed a total of 307 patients who underwent radial artery OCT inspection after TRI in our centre from October 2017 to January 2019; afterwards, 211 screened patients were divided into the UFH group (n = 144) and the bivalirudin group (n = 67) according to their anticoagulation strategy during TRI. …”
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Leveraging the McGeer Criteria to Estimate the Frequency of Inappropriate Antibiotic Prescribing for Urinary and Respiratory Tract Infections Relative to the Onset of the COVID-19... by Paulina M. Colombo, Ferris A. Ramadan, Dilsharan Kaur, Darunee Armenta, Peter P. Patterson, Katherine D. Ellingson

“…<b>Methods</b>: A retrospective review of electronic medical records from a 300-bed SNF (March 2019–March 2021) identified suspected UTIs and RTIs based on laboratory tests and antibiotic requests. …”
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Enhancing Patient-Centric Drug Development: Coupling Hot Melt Extrusion with Fused Deposition Modeling and Pressure-Assisted Microsyringe Additive Manufacturing Platforms with Qual... by Dinesh Nyavanandi, Preethi Mandati, Nithin Vidiyala, Prashanth Parupathi, Praveen Kolimi, Hemanth Kumar Mamidi

“…Nozzle-based techniques can also be paired with the hot melt extrusion (HME) process for establishing a continuous manufacturing platform by employing various in-line process analytical technology (PAT) tools for monitoring critical process parameters (CPPs) and critical material attributes (CMAs) for delivering safe, efficacious, and quality medications to the patient population without compromising critical quality attributes (CQAs). This review covers an in-depth discussion of various critical parameters and their influence on product quality, along with a note on the continuous manufacturing process, quality by design, and future perspectives.…”
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Management of Ectopic Pregnancy: Comparison of Systemic Methotrexate Administration and Surgical Treatment; A Retrospective Study by Ali Cenk Özay, Özlen Emekçi, Recep Emre Okyay, Ali Rıza Taylan Bodur

“…STUDY DESIGN: A retrospective case note review was undertaken of all women who presented to Dokuz Eylul University Hospital (approximately 1800 deliveries/ year) with an ultrasonographically diagnosed ectopic pregnancy from 1st January 2008 to1st March 2012. …”
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Feasibility of transpedicular screw placement through the posterior arch of C1: A CT study in the Emirati population by Ivan James Prithishkumar, Dineshwary Suresh, Nerissa Naidoo, Rashid AlSharhan, Usama Al Bastaki, Jeyaseelan Lakshmanan, Baylis Vivek Joseph

“…Methods: Computed tomography images of the cervical spine in 160 adults (>18 years) who are natives of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (M = 80; F = 80) were reviewed. Morphometric parameters relevant to pedicle screw fixation via the posterior arch were studied. …”
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Methods of yeast genome editing by A. S. Rozanov, V. N. Shlyahtun, L. A. Tekutieva, O. M. Son, S. V. Sizova, S. E. Peltek

“…Modern methods for yeast genome editing allow introducing several modifications into the genome in a single step. In this study, we review the methods of directed genome editing and their applications and perspectives for yeasts.…”
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CONCEPTUAL MODELS FOR ASSESSING ADVERSARIAL BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP AND IMPROVEMENT OF ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICE DELIVERY (EDSD) IN GHANA by N.K Orgen, D.K Ahadzie, J Ayarkwa, E Badu

“…Also two separate models for the improvement of the EDSD activities were developed, using performance feedbacks, traditional non adversarial methods/review and innovative information exchange among EDSD practitioners and between them and contractors. …”
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Development of the novel gene chip and restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) methods for rapid detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex in broth culture by Wen-Hung Wang, Chun-Yu Lin, Shu-Huei Jain, Po-Liang Lu, Yen-Hsu Chen

“…Discrepancies were investigated through extensive sequencing and Cobas TaqMan PCR analysis, along with reviewing patient profiles. Results: Both methods showed high efficacy in detecting MTBC in broth cultures, with the gene chip method achieving a sensitivity of 99.27 %, specificity of 98.35 %, and the RFLP method showing a sensitivity of 98.18 %, specificity of 99.31 %. …”
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Evolutionary patterns and research frontiers in autophagy in podocytopathies: a bibliometric analysis by Feng Liu, Ziyu Xu, Gaijie Chen, Xiaojing Xu, Huixia Cao, Jiefang Chen

“…This study aims to utilize bibliometric analysis to clarify the role of autophagy in the pathogenesis of podocytopathies, analyze the research focus in this area, as well as explore the future research trends.MethodsWe retrieved original articles and review papers with respect to autophagy in podocytopathies research published between the year 2008 and 2022 from the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC). …”
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Systematic development of quality indicators for skin cancer management in primary care: a mixed-methods study protocol by Frances Rapport, Jeffrey Braithwaite, Anne E Cust, David Wilkinson, Andrea Smith, Bela Ines Laginha

“…A standardised set of quality indicators is yet to be developed in the context of primary care skin cancer management.Aims This research aims to identify, develop and generate expert consensus on a core set of quality indicators for skin cancer management in primary care.Methods This mixed-methods study involves (1) a scoping review of the available evidence on quality indicators in skin cancer management in primary care, (2) identification and development of a core set of quality indicators through interviews/qualitative proforma surveys with participants, and (3) a focus group involving discussion of quality indicators according to Nominal Group Technique. …”
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Genetics of aging and longevity by A. A. Moskalev, E. N. Proshkina, A. A. Belyi, I. A. Solovyev

“…The objective of this review is to summarize the available information about underlying genetic determinants of longevity and aging. …”
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A Generational Approach to the Crisis Parties: Common Origins and Common Features by Jorge Bronet, Rosa Borge

“…Over the past two decades, Western Europe has witnessed a boom in new political parties that have obtained significant electoral results, naturally embracing digital technologies and seeking to challenge their traditional counterparts by reconnecting with the citizenry. With a critical review of the main attributes and concepts used so far by the most relevant literature, we propose a new perspective to delimit this phenomenon that allows us to observe it as a whole and not as a particular case. …”
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