Assessment of Tumor Response to Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer Using MRI and 18F FDG PET/CT by Reem Yusuf AlBuainain, Fatema Yusuf Bunajem, Hussain Adnan Abdulla

“…For response assessment, we calculated the difference in maximum diameter of the tumor in MRI and difference in standard uptake values in PET/CT. The correspondence rate between the imaging modalities and pCR were calculated. …”
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Comparison of the dimensional accuracy of two polyvinyl siloxane putty-wash techniques and digital impressions for single implants adjacent to tooth crown preparations by Hamidreza Rajati Haghi, Hossein Dashti, Saeid Sabzevari, Amineh Khoshbakhti, Alireza Dankoub

“…A laboratory scanner generated a standard tessellation language (STL) file as the reference for comparisons. …”
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Audit Tata Kelola Teknologi Informasi pada Pengukuran Kinerja dan Kapasitas Bandwith berdasarkan Cobit 4.1 by Widya Sayekti, Juliana Ermawati, Renny Sari Dewi

“…The results of this study, the level of maturity using COBIT 4.1 on the DS 3 sub-process is 2.9 (scale 5), meaning that the process is carried out periodically but there are no formal guidelines and rules that become standard, while the level of compliance is 11.6 percent due to absence reports, checks and controls. …”
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The trends of blood culture contamination and utilization rates in an LMIC tertiary care center from 2010 to 2022: a call for diagnostic stewardship? by Lama Saleh, Amanda Chamieh, Rima El Basst, Eid Azar

“…We think that further research targeting a standardized, low BCU rather than inevitable BCC while advocating for diagnostic stewardship of low-middle-income countries is essential, especially where the lack of appropriate resource allocation and awareness are problematic. …”
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Gaps in the management of adrenal insufficiency in melanoma survivors: a retrospective cohort studyResearch in context by Wei Lin, Wei Wang, F. Stephen Hodi, Le Min

“…Given the negative impact on survival and potential side effects, we recommend hydrocortisone at standard doses as the preferred glucocorticoid replacement in melanoma patients with SAI. …”
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Examining the associations between social support and postpartum depression symptoms among adolescent mothers in Nairobi, Kenya by Luwam T. Gebrekristos, Anthony Idowu Ajayi, Allison K. Groves, Caroline W. Kabiru

“…We used bivariate and adjusted modified Poisson regression with robust standard errors to examine the associations between support measures and depressive symptoms, controlling for relevant covariates. …”
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Latest Advancements in Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Electronic Muscle Stimulation (EMS): Revisiting an Established Therapy with New Possibilities by Patel P, Green M, Tram J, Wang E, Murphy M, Abd-Elsayed AA, Chakravarthy K

“…Future research must focus on rigorous study designs, standardized protocols, and meaningful patient-centered outcomes to fully realize the therapeutic potential of these modalities. …”
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Seasonal Variation in Antimicrobial Activity of Crude Extracts of Psammaplysilla sp. 1 from Phillips Reef, South Africa by Wasswa Cuthbert Kibungu, Justine Fri, Anna-Maria Clarke, Anthony Otigbu, Henry Akum Njom

“…Antifungal activity was observed by Psammaplysilla sp. 1 (30 mm) against C. albicans, and this was higher than that showed by standard drugs ICZ-10 µg (15 ± 0.1 mm), FLU-15 µg (21 ± 0.2 mm), and VCZ-5 µg (17 ± 0.1 mm), respectively. …”
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Exploring manual therapy in the management of irritable bowel syndrome in adults: A scoping review by Natalia Płóciennik-Korycka, Sara Maria Pani, Bogumiła Bruc, Paolo Contu, Magdalena Wrzesińska

“…High-quality randomized controlled trials and standardized outcome measures are necessary to validate these therapies and improve IBS management.…”
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Efficacy in prenatal vitamin B12 supplementation preventing vitamin B12 deficiency in exclusively breastfed infants by Eren Güzeloğlu, Bilge Doğan Taymur, Büşra Nükhet Pehlivanoğlu, Hüseyin Dağ

“…A complete blood count is conducted as part of the standard protocol for pregnant women (third trimester) of pregnancy. …”
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A systematic review of the transformation of Lake Beseka from brine to nearly fresh lake water by Yosef Abebe, Taye Alemayehu, Bizuneh Asfaw Abebe, Tena Alamirew, Beteley Teckola, Esayas Alemayehu

“…Although it is not currently advised for use, it has demonstrated an unpredicted dilution trend and is getting close to the FAO standards. It is crucial to take into account options to lessen the effects of the adjacent Awash River by upgrading infrastructure and changing the lake's natural flow in order to address the issues with average water quantity. …”
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Efficacy of Acupuncture Treatment for Postprandial Distress Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Jihang Du, Yinhao Feng, Qiang Yuan, Haiping Gong, Jie An, Liu Wu, Qian Dai, Bojun Xu, Haozhong Wang, Jian Luo

“…Strictly according to inclusion and exclusion quality assessment standards, the qualified ones are used to study the optimum extraction and data by two independent reviewers. …”
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Clinical Efficacy of Three-Dimensional-Printed Pure Titanium Fracture Plates with Locking Screw Systems in Distal Tibia Fractures by Ji Hye Choi, Jun Hyoung Lee, Seung Hyeop Lee, Woo Young Jang

“…<i>Background and Objectives:</i> Distal tibia fractures are high-energy injuries characterized by a mismatch between standard plate designs and the patient’s specific anatomical bone structure, which can lead to severe soft tissue damage. …”
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A longitudinal blended learning curriculum for bedside ultrasound education in pulmonary and critical care fellowship by Harry Kuperstein, Kunal Gada, Werda Alam, Sahar Ahmad

“…Abstract Background There exists no standardized longitudinal curriculum for teaching bedside ultrasonography (US) in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine (PCCM) fellowship programs. …”
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The Associations of Platelet Activation and Coagulation Parameters with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea: A Large-Scale Observational Study by Jundong Yang, Wenjun Xue, Zhicheng Wei, Caiqiong Hou, Huaming Zhu, Huajun Xu, Xiaolin Wu, Yunhai Feng, Xinyi Li

“…Participants. 903 patients diagnosed by standard polysomnography. Main Outcome and Measures. …”
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Effect of ultrasonically-activated irrigation protocols used for regenerative endodontics on removal of dual species biofilm in a three-dimensionally printed tooth model: in vitro... by Saeed Mustafa, Marwa A. Meheissen, Sybel Moussa, Rania ElBackly

“…Methodology Seventy-two three-dimensionally printed teeth models were fabricated with a standardized slot in the apical third of the root to ensure a precise fit with a human root dentine specimen. …”
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Effects of a 12-Week Skipping Exercise Program on Leg Endurance in Competitive Badminton Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Ririn Irena, Ardila Melati, Vlad Adrian Geanta, ⁠Ayu Mayzura Simbolon, Retha Foret

“…The participants in the intervention cohort undertook a 12-week progressive skipping exercise program in conjunction with their regular badminton training, whereas the control group adhered solely to standard training protocols. The primary outcome measures comprised a badminton-specific endurance assessment and the 30-second Wingate test, while secondary outcome parameters included evaluations of agility, jump performance, and movement dynamics on the court. …”
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Economic and Clinical Impact of Stroke and Warfarin Use for Patients with Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation by Li Wang, Elyse Fritschel, Onur Baser

“…NVAF patients were commonly prescribed warfarin (65.60%) and appeared to have a lower prevalence of clinical outcomes, while not incurring significantly higher follow-up costs compared to those not prescribed warfarin ($12,739, standard deviation [SD]=$19,842 vs. $15,358; SD=$45,446; p-value>0.0500). …”
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Efficient evidence selection for systematic reviews in traditional Chinese medicine by Yizhen Li, Zhe Huang, Zhongzhi Luan, Shujing Xu, Yunan Zhang, Lin Wu, Darong Wu, Dongran Han, Yixing Liu

“…The study also revealed that traditional screening methods are often subjective and prone to errors, frequently resulting in the inclusion of literature that does not meet established standards. In contrast, our method offers a more accurate and efficient way to select clinical evidence for TCM practitioners, outperforming traditional manual approaches. …”
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Areawide management of fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), using selected cover crop plants by Robert L. Meagher, Rodney N. Nagoshi, Shelby J. Fleischer, John K. Westbrook, David L. Wright, J. Bradley Morris, James T. Brown, Amy J. Rowley

“….), sorghum-sudangrass [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench], a standard cover crop in Florida, and two alternative cover crops, sunn hemp (Crotalaria juncea L.) and cowpea [Vigna unguiculata (L.) …”
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