IOP-lowering therapy and ocular surface in glaucoma. Part 1. The effects of drug substances of glaucoma medications on the ocular surface by A.V. Antonova, V.P. Nikolaenko, V.V. Brzheskiy

“…Petersburg, Russian Federation</b> </p> <p> <i>This article reviews recent data on the effect of active ingredients and preservatives of IOP-lowering medications on the ocular surface. …”
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Effects of the Implementation of an Emergency Surgical Pattern in Patients with Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment: A Retrospective Observational Study by Ziye Chen, Kai Gao, Kunbei Lai, Wenbin Zheng, Jizhu Li, Yaping Liu, Baoyi Liu, Xiaoyue Wei, Yuan Ma, Zitong Chen, Rebiya Tuxun, Tao Li

“…To analyze the effects of the implementation of emergency surgical patterns in patients with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) and provide evidence for promoting emergency surgical patterns for RRD. Methods. We reviewed the electronic medical records of 346 patients (348 eyes) who underwent surgical repair of RRD at the Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center in Southern China. …”
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Collaborative design of a care pathway for pharmacy-based PrEP delivery in Nigeria: insights from stakeholder consultation by Obinna I. Ekwunife, Theodora C. Omenoba, Ugochi Eyong, Valentine Okelu, Michael Alagbile, Ifeanyi Ume, Ambrose Eze, Aderinola Fisayo, Gloria Aidoo-Frimpong, Farah Shroff, Chimezie Anyakora

“…To enhance the success of the pilot study, stakeholders proposed engaging a research assistant, forming a monitoring team, and submitting the results to the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) for review. Conclusions The identified challenges and strategies for implementing the model in Nigeria will inform the development of a refined pharmacy-delivered PrEP framework that is ready for pilot testing and potential scaling across the country.…”
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Multiparametric MRI and artificial intelligence in predicting and monitoring treatment response in bladder cancer by Yuki Arita, Thomas C. Kwee, Oguz Akin, Keisuke Shigeta, Ramesh Paudyal, Christian Roest, Ryo Ueda, Alfonso Lema-Dopico, Sunny Nalavenkata, Lisa Ruby, Noam Nissan, Hiromi Edo, Soichiro Yoshida, Amita Shukla-Dave, Lawrence H. Schwartz

“…In comparison to the current Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST), QIBs and mpMRI-based radiomics, in combination with artificial intelligence (AI)-based image analysis, may potentially allow for earlier identification of therapy-induced tumor changes. This review provides an update on the potential of QIBs and mpMRI-based radiomics and discusses the future applications of AI in BCa management, particularly in assessing treatment response. …”
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Co-creation and application of a framework for the de-prioritization of urban communities during insecticide-treated bed net mass campaigns for malaria prevention and control in Kw... by Ifeoma D. Ozodiegwu, Laurette Mhlanga, Eniola A. Bamgboye, Adeniyi F. Fagbamigbe, Cyril Ademu, Chukwu Okoronkwo, Joshua O. Akinyemi, Akintayo O. Ogunwale, IkeOluwapo O. Ajayi, Beatriz Galatas

“…The final framework consisted of three phases: planning, data review and co-decision-making, and implementation. …”
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Forecasting stroke and stroke-driven dementia in a rapidly ageing population: a model-based analysis of alternative projection scenarios for Ireland by Anne Hickey, Eithne Sexton, Frances Horgan, Kathleen E Bennett, Ronan Collins, Martin O'Flaherty, Suzanne Timmons, Chris Macey, David J. Williams

“…We used multiple data sources, including systematic review and observational evidence.Interventions Not applicable.Primary and secondary outcome measures We projected the incidence and prevalence of stroke (International Classification of Disease (ICD) codes I60–I61, I63–I64), poststroke dementia (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-V) criteria) and poststroke disability (modified Rankin Scale 3–5).Results The stable scenario indicated a projected 85 834 stroke survivors in 2046 (95% uncertainty interval (UI)=82 366–89 655), an increase of 45.7% from 2022. …”
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Mortality risk prediction model in AIDS patients with pneumocystis pneumonia in China by Xi Wang, Letian Liu, Wen Wang, Yang Zhang, Hui Chen, Zhangli Wang, Jianwei Li, Yue Gao, Yanqun Huang, Lijun Sun, Tong Zhang, Aixin Li

“…There is a statistically significant difference in mortality among these three grades (χ2 = 419.271, P&lt;0.001).ConclusionWe developed and validated a model of the prognostic risk level of PCP in patients of AIDS with the results of blood tests reviewed by patients at routine visits. The model is more convenient to use, allowing clinicians to obtain a determined probability value of PCP mortality with simple calculations within the first 72 hours of the patient’s admission.…”
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Effect of environmental enrichment on relapse rates in patients with severe alcohol use disorder: protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Lila Barillot, Claudia Chauvet, Marc Besnier, Nematollah Jaafari, Marcello Solinas, Armand Chatard

“…Results will be disseminated through presentations, peer-reviewed journals and seminar conferences. All information on ethical considerations and open science practices can be accessed at https://osf.io/b57uj/Trial registration number NCT05577741.…”
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Understanding barriers and facilitators to implementation of a patient safety bundle for pregnancy-related severe hypertension in 3 North Carolina outpatient clinics: a qualitative... by Aparna G. Kachoria, Hiba Fatima, Alexandra F. Lightfoot, Linda Tawfik, Joan Healy, Asia Carter, Narges Farahi, E. Nicole Teal, Joumana K. Haidar, Herbert B. Peterson, M. Kathryn Menard

“…A coalition of community partners, patients, providers, those with lived experience, and the research team reviewed materials from the formative study design to dissemination and planning for future study. …”
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Does the Systemic Immune Inflammation Index and Plasma Atherogenic Index Predict Poor Prognosis in Patients Undergoing Mitral Balloon Valvuloplasty? by Nergiz Aydın, Sefa Tatar, Ahmet Taha Şahin, Yakup Alsancak

“…Laboratory parameters at admission and at the third-month follow-up were recorded through a review of patient records. Results: A total of 103 patients (75 females) with a mean age of 41.81±14.83 years were enrolled in the study. …”
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Changes in the menstrual hygiene management facilities and usage among Bangladeshi school girls and its effect on school absenteeism from 2014 to 2018 by Farjana Jahan, Noshin Sayiara Shuchi, Abul Kasham Shoab, Mahbub-Ul Alam, Sk. Md. Kamrul Bashar, Khairul Islam, Hasin Jahan, Mahadi Hasan, Md. Masud Alam, Mahbubur Rahman

“…Ongoing research, policy reviews, and targeted interventions to improve MHM perceptions among girls are required to provide long-term benefits for adolescent girls in Bangladesh.…”
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Prevalence, Indications, and Community Perceptions of Caesarean Section Delivery in Ngora District, Eastern Uganda: Mixed Method Study by Isaac Waniala, Sandra Nakiseka, Winnie Nambi, Isaac Naminya, Margret Osuban Ajeni, Jacob Iramiot, Rebecca Nekaka, Julius Nteziyaremye

“…Mixed methods of data collection were employed in which quantitative data were collected by retrospectively reviewing all charts of all the mothers that had delivered at the two comprehensive emergency obstetric care service facilities between April 2018 and March 2019. …”
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Abuse of patent rights for pharmaceuticals in wartime conditions by A.O. Kodynets, O.F. Doroshenko, I.P. Volynets, G.K. Dorozhko, V.O. Petrenko, V.V. Belitsky

“…The inclusion criteria for materials were scientific articles, legal acts, court rulings, and analytical reviews related to pharmaceutical patent rights, patent monopoly abuses, "evergreening" patents, and unfair competition in the pharmaceutical industry. …”
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The pattern of antibiotic utilisation among intensive care unit patients hospitalised in a Gauteng (South African) provincial tertiary hospital: Comparing findings before and durin... by L Spinickum, Z Booth, S Leigh-de Rapper

“…Apart from the implementation of antibiotic stewardship programmes, the pressure COVID-19 placed on healthcare systems resulted in poor prescribing and medication review practices, potentially exacerbating antibiotic resistance. …”
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Magnitude of Episiotomy and Associated Factors among Mothers Who Give Birth in Arba Minch General Hospital, Southern Ethiopia: Observation-Based Cross-Sectional Study by Kassahun Fikadu, Negussie Boti, Birtukan Tadesse, Dureti Mesele, Emenet Aschenaki, Etenesh Toka, Fistum Arega, Tsehaynesh Girma, Abebech Paulos

“…This was supplemented with a review of the labor and delivery records. Binary and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to identify factors associated with the magnitude of episiotomy. …”
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Prolonged pain-to-balloon time still impairs midterm left ventricular function following STEMI by Dominik Felbel, Sabrina Fackler, Rachel Michalke, Michael Paukovitsch, Matthias Gröger, Mirjam Keßler, Nicoleta Nita, Yannick Teumer, Leonhard Schneider, Armin Imhof, Dominik Buckert, Wolfgang Rottbauer, Sinisa Markovic

“…Results A total of 1,379 consecutive STEMI patients were reviewed from 2010 to 2017, with 130 meeting the inclusion criteria. …”
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Unfolding insights about resilience and its coping strategies by medical academics and healthcare professionals at their workplaces: a thematic qualitative analysis by Salman Yousuf Guraya, Jacqueline Maria Dias, Mohamed Ahmed Eladl, Ayah Mohammad Rajai Rustom, Fatima Audi Saleem Alalawi, Majid Hassan Saleh Alhammadi, Yusra Ahmed Mohammed Ahmed, Amna Ali Omran Taryam Al Shamsi, Sarah Juman Bilalaga, Alfred Nicholson, Hani Malik, Shaista Salman Guraya

“…Our research aimed to acquire an in-depth comprehension of how HCPs and MHAs understand, cultivate, and sustain resilience when confronted with workplace challenges and stressors. Methods We reviewed the existing corpus of literature about resilience, stressors, and coping strategies and followed an iterative deliberations process to develop an interview guide. …”
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Circular economy and inclusion as effective tools to prevent ecological threats in rural areas during military operations by V.G. Shcherbak, Y.I. Danko, S. Tereshchenko, O. Nifatova, N. Dehtiar, O. Stepanova, V. Yatsenko

“…The foundation of the research was based on reviewing scientific literature and analyzing previous studies, which allowed for assessing the potential impact of these factors on the environment. …”
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Safety of tenecteplase vs. alteplase in telestroke: a large multistate experience (STAT) by Morgan Figurelle, Sandro Corti, Oleg Collins, Lan Gao, Amanda Avila, Kristie Delfino, Laurie Mayer, Theresa Sevilis

“…The encounters were reviewed for IVT candidates, door-to-needle (DTN) time, type of IVT administered, use of advanced imaging, presence of LVO, occurrence and type of complications, complication type, symptomatic ICH, and the ECASS II ICH score.ResultsA total of 2,305 TNK patients and 3,337 tPA patients were extracted. …”
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MANAGING MAXILLARY BONE LOSS USING GROWTH FACTORS IN PRE-IMPLANT THERAPY by Cardas Adelina, Stratan Ion, Moraru Daliana, Tibeica Andreea, Agop-Forna Doriana, Norina Forna

“…This comprehensive literature review synthesizes findings from various studies and case reports to evaluate the efficacy, mechanisms, and clinical outcomes of using PRGF in these dental interventions. …”
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