Exploring benefits of a collaborative Scottish university-organization alternative credentials approach to re-skilling by Christopher J. M. Smith, Constantinos Choromides, Alicia Clyde, Fiona Stewart-Knight

“…However, there is currently almost no evidence on the benefits of such an approach for those involved, so this study focuses on examining the benefits of having a flexible national qualification system (SCQF) that allows ‘credit-rating’ of organizational learning.MethodsAn exploratory research methodology using a single case study design (based on one Scottish university) was used. …”
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Validation of mixed reality in planning orbital reconstruction with patient-specific implants by K. Dubron, E. Shaheen, R. Jacobs, C. Politis, R. Willaert

“…Abstract This study aims to evaluate and compare the usability and performance of mixed reality (MR) technology versus conventional methods for preoperative planning of patient-specific reconstruction plates for orbital fractures. A crossover study design was used to compare MR technology with conventional three-dimensional (3D) printing approaches in the planning of maxillofacial traumatology treatments. …”
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Impact of Dienogest Alone or in Combination with Ethinylestradiol on the Quality of Life of Women with Endometriosis: A Prospective Cohort Study by Mujde Canday, Suleyman Salman

“…We also aim to compare the Cancer Antigen-125 and Anti-mullerian Hormone values. STUDY DESIGN: Gynecological examination findings evaluated based on ESHRE and ASRM Guideline criteria are compatible with endometriosis, or a previous surgery pathology result is consistent with endometriosis, and patients whose imaging report was compatible with endometriosis were selected. …”
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An assessment strategy for the employability of HRM graduates in South Africa by Tendency Beretu, Warren P. Charles

“…Research approach/design and method: A case study design was used, selecting a university offering HRM qualifications and 196 employed HRM graduates. …”
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Distances to emergency departments and non-urgent utilization of medical services: a systematic review by Uma Kelekar, Debasree Das Gupta, Nicole Theis-Mahon, Emily Fashingbauer, Boyen Huang

“…All studies demonstrated satisfactory quality with regard to study design, conduct, analysis and presentation of results. …”
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Lessons learned from syndemic HIV research in an immigrant, latinx sexual and gender minority community by Nicholas Metheny, Dalton Scott, Sandor Santana, Rosa Pache

“…These lessons and associated recommendations may help improve recruitment, study design, analysis, and community engagement in future studies, building trust and ultimately reducing the burden of HIV in these communities.…”
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Risk Factors Associated with False Positive HIV Test Results in a Low-Risk Urban Obstetric Population by Tamara T. Chao, Jeanne S. Sheffield, George D. Wendel, M. Qasim Ansari, Donald D. McIntire, Scott W. Roberts

“…To examine risk factors for false positive HIV enzyme immunoassay (EIA) testing at delivery. Study Design. A review of pregnant women who delivered at Parkland Hospital between 2005 and 2008 was performed. …”
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Air Bubble Technique for Fundus Visualization during Vitrectomy in Aphakia by Mahmoud Mohamed Farouk, Takeshi Naito, Mohammed Elagouz, Hatem Ammar, Alahmady Hamad Alsmman, Engy Mohamed Mostafa

“…To evaluate the efficacy and safety of air bubble technique for vitrectomy in aphakia. Study Design. Prospective interventional uncontrolled case series. …”
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The Validity and Reliability of a Smartphone Application for Break-Point Angle Measurement during Nordic Hamstring Exercise by Toshiaki Soga, Shota Yamaguchi, Takayuki Inami, Hiromi Saito, Nadaka Hakariya, Naoto Nakaichi, Sho Shinohara, Kei Akiyama, Norikazu Hirose

“… # Hypothesis/Purpose This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Nordic Angle by comparing the BPA values of the Nordic Angle with those of two-dimensional motion analysis software that can calculate the angles and angular velocities of various joints. # Study Design Cohort assessing Validity and Reliability # Methods The validity of the Nordic Angle BPA data was verified by Spearman's correlation test for consistency with the movement analysis data, and the magnitude of the correlation was indicated by rs. …”
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Effectiveness of Spinal Stabilization Exercises on Dynamic Balance in Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain by Yousef M. Alshehre, Khalid Alkhathami, Kelli Brizzolara, Mark Weber, Sharon Wang-Price

“… # Purpose To determine the effectiveness of SSEs on dynamic balance in adults with CLBP. # Study Design A double-blind randomized clinical trial…”
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Functional Performance and Tendon Morphology After Operative or Nonoperative Treatment of Achilles Tendon Ruptures by Sophie Zhu, Josh Garofalo, Monther Abuhantash, Sheila McRae, Peter MacDonald, Rob Longstaffe, Dan Ogborn

“…The secondary objective was to assess the degree of association between AT morphology and performance outcomes. # Study Design Retrospective cohort with a single prospective evaluation…”
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Evaluation of Pathology Results of Patients with a History of Breast Cancer who were Operated on for Gynecological Pathologies or Prophylaxis by Necim Yalcin, Isin Ureyen, Aysun Alci, Mustafa Gokkaya, Alper Kahraman, Gorker Sel, Gulsum Ekin Sari, Tayfun Toptaş

“… Objectives: The present study aimed to evaluate the operation results of patients who were followed up due to breast cancer and were operated on due to gynecological pathologies or for prophylactic purposes, and determine the distribution of gynecological pathologies in breast cancer patients Study design: Patients with breast cancer who had gynecological surgery in our institution between December 2015 and January 2023 were retrospectively analyzed in this cross-sectional study. …”
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Injury, Training, Biomechanical, and Physiological Profiles of Professional Breakdancers by Amelia J.H. Arundale, Roisin McNulty, Cory Snyder, James O'Brien, Thomas Stöggl

“… # Purpose The purpose of this study was to describe injury and training profiles, along with the results of a short performance test battery, in a group of elite breakers. # Study Design Cross-sectional study (retrospective). # Methods Fourteen breakdancers (breakers) (4 Bgirls, 10 Bboys) participated in an interview regarding their injury and training history, endurance test (cycle VO~2max~ testing), counter movement jump, squat jump, drop jump, isometric hip abduction, adduction, shoulder external and internal rotation strength testing on a fixed-frame dynamometer. …”
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Impact of Topical Nepafenac on Macular Thickness after Phacoemulsification with Intraocular Lens Implantation in Patients without Diabetic Retinopathy by Arooj Amjad, Muhammad Shaheer, Hassan Tariq, Ammarah Rasheed Arooj Amjad, Muhammad Shaheer, Hassan Tariq, Ammarah Rasheed

“… Objective: To study the effect of post-operative Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory (NSAID) eye drops on macular thickness in patients without diabetic retinopathy measured by Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) after cataract surgery. Study Design: Quasi-experimental study. Place & Duration of Study: Ophthalmology Department/Lahore General Hospital, Lahore from 15-01-2019 to 31-12-2021. …”
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The Effect of Cord Blood Bile Acid Levels on the Meconium Passage in Utero in Normal Pregnancies by Saynur Sarıcı Yılmaz, Deniz Hızlı, Yaprak Engin Üstün, Engin Yılmaz, Elif Gül Yapar Eyi, Leyla Mollamahmutoğlu

“… OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of bile acids on meconium passage in utero in normal pregnancies. STUDY DESIGN: This prospective case control study was performed at Zekai Tahir Burak Women’s Health and Teaching Hospital between September 1, 2010 and January 1, 2011. …”
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Reliability and Validity of the Y-balance Test in Young Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain by Yousef Alshehre, Khalid Alkhathami, Kelli Brizzolara, Mark Weber, Sharon Wang-Price

“… # Purpose To determine the inter-rater reliability of the YBT and to compare dynamic balance between young adults with CLBP and an asymptomatic group. # Study Design Reliability and validity study. # Methods Fifteen individuals with CLBP (≥ 12 weeks) and 15 age- and gender-matched asymptomatic adults completed the study. …”
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Effects of Exercise in Immersive Virtual Environments on Cortical Neural Oscillations and Mental State by Tobias Vogt, Rainer Herpers, Christopher D. Askew, David Scherfgen, Heiko K. Strüder, Stefan Schneider

“…In a randomized and controlled study design, moderate-intensity Exercise (i.e., self-paced cycling) and No-Exercise (i.e., automatic propulsion) trials were performed within three levels of virtual environment exposure. …”
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Effect of Basal Testosterone and Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate Levels on in Vitro Fertilization Outcome in Normoresponders by İnci Kahyaoğlu, Nafiye Yılmaz, Serkan Kahyaoğlu, Ayten Türkkanı, Mahmut Nedim Çiçek, Leyla Mollamahmutoğlu

“… OBJECTIVE: The purpose of the present study is to evaluate the predictive value of basal total testosterone (total-T) and dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS) levels in normoresponder patients undergoing IVF-ET. STUDY DESIGN: A total of 60 normoresponder infertile women, scheduled to undergo their first IVF/ET cycle were enrolled in this study. …”
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Seroprevalence and Risk Factors of Small Ruminant Brucellosis in West Hararghe Zone of Oromia Regional State, Eastern Ethiopia by Umer Seid Geletu, Munera Ahmednur Usmael, Yesihak Yusuf Mummed

“…A cross-sectional study design was employed on collected sera samples to investigate brucellosis in small ruminants from December 2018 to November 2019 with the objectives of estimating the seroprevalence and potential risk factors for the occurrence of brucellosis in small ruminants in selected districts of West Hararghe: Chiro, Hirna, and Mieso. …”
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Vaginal Preparation with Povidone Iodine and Postcesarean Infectious Morbidity: A Retrospective Trial by Esra Turgut Yavuz, Erdal Malatyalıoğlu, Fatma Devran Bıldırcın

“… OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of preventing development of postpartum infections by vaginal preparation with povidone iodine before cesarean delivery, with a retrospective file scanning. STUDY DESIGN: This study included 250 pregnant women undergoing cesarean delivery, who applied our clinic between the dates 2010-2011. …”
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