Gait kinematics at trot before and after repeated ridden exercise tests in young Friesian stallions during a fatiguing 10-week training program by Esther W. Siegers, Jeanne I. M. Parmentier, Jeanne I. M. Parmentier, Marianne M. Sloet van Oldruitenborgh-Oosterbaan, Carolien C. B. M. Munsters, Filipe M. Serra Bragança

“…Earlier, this training program was demonstrated to induce overtraining.ObjectivesTo evaluate how this training program affects stallions’ trot locomotion variables in relation to fatigue.Study designProspective analytical study.Methods3 or 4 years-old (n = 16) Friesian stallions performed three ridden indoor standardized exercise tests (SETs) in week-1 (SET-I; n = 15), week-6 (SET-II; n = 11) and week-10 (SET-III; n = 4), measuring heart rate (bpm) and lactate concentration (LA, mmol/L). …”
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Healthy eating and physical activity environments in out-of-school hours care: an observational study protocol by Karen Wardle, Ruth Crowe, Yasmine Probst, Jennifer Norman, Susan Furber, Lisa Franco, Rebecca M. Stanley, Cecilia Vuong, Marc Davies, Sarah Ryan, Anthony D. Okely

“…This study will provide evidence to support future interventions and policies in Australian OSHC settings.Methods and analysis A cross-sectional study design will be used to describe the food and beverages provided and child activity levels, and report on environmental correlates. …”
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How Does Listening to “Fetal Heartbeats” Affect the Feelings of Pregnant Women? by Mehmet Sinan Beksac, Canan Unal, Burcu Yalaniz, Murat Cagan, Atakan Tanacan, Erdem Fadiloglu, Hanife Guler Donmez

“… OBJECTIVES: This study was conducted to evaluate the impact of listening to fetal heartbeats (FHBs) on the feelings of normal and high-risk pregnancies (HRPs), and to learn the colors and geometrical figures representing their feelings. STUDY DESIGN: This retrospective cohort study consisted of 291 pregnant women who applied for a non-stress test (NST). …”
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Affordability of Essential Medicines and Associated Factors in Public Health Facilities of Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia by Eyassu Mathewos Oridanigo, Waju Beyene Salgedo, Feyera Gebissa Kebene

“…A facility-based cross-sectional study design was employed. The study was conducted from March 28 to April 30, 2018, in the public health facilities of Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia. …”
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The Effects Of Differing Density Of Swim-Training Sessions On Shoulder Range Of Motion and Isometric Force Production In National and University Level Swimmers by Matias Yoma, Lee Herrington, Tanya Mackenzie

“…To compare the post-swim changes of these physical qualities between groups. # Study design Cross-sectional. # Methods Ten male swimmers (age= 18.7 ± 1.2 years) were divided into high-load (N= 5 national-level, weekly swim-volume= 37.0 ± 2.7 km) and low-load groups (N= 5 university-level, weekly swim-volume= 6.8 ± 1.8 km). …”
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External validation of an artificial intelligence model using clinical variables, including ICD-10 codes, for predicting in-hospital mortality among trauma patients: a multicenter... by Seungseok Lee, Do Wan Kim, Na-eun Oh, Hayeon Lee, Seoyoung Park, Dong Keon Yon, Wu Seong Kang, Jinseok Lee

“…Validation was conducted using a multicenter retrospective cohort study design, analyzing patient data from January 2020 to December 2021. …”
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Hubungan Tekanan Darah Ibu Hamil Aterm Dengan Berat Badan Lahir di RSUP Dr. M. Djamil Padang by Feby Andammori, Nur Indrawaty Lipoeto, Yusrawati Yusrawati

“…This research is purposed to identify the relation between aterm pregnant blood pressure and birth weight.Methods : This research is analytical survey which used comparative study with Cross Sectional Study design. This research used secondary data taken from Medical Record in RSUP dr. …”
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Review of Challenges in Performing Real-World Evidence Studies for Nonprescription Products by Maihöfner C, Mallick-Searle T, Vollert J, Kalita P, Sood Sethi V

“…Overall, there is a need to develop standards for execution of RWE studies of nonprescription products in terms of endpoints, study design, and study quality.Keywords: cross-sectional studies, dietary supplements, evidence-based practice, nonprescription drugs, research design…”
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Efficacy and safety of laser acupuncture on osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xiangdong Wen, Guojiang Zhang, Jinquan Cui, Yuzhe Tang, Qi Meng, Yang Su, Senbo An, Shui Sun, Shui Sun

“…ObjectivesTo perform a meta-analysis of previous studies investigating the effects of laser acupuncture on osteoarthritis.Study designSystematic review and meta-analysis.MethodsRandomized controlled trials (RCTS) on laser acupuncture for osteoarthritis were searched in the databases of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science with a search deadline of 24 December 2023. …”
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Seasonal activity patterns of Ixodes scapularis and Ixodes pacificus in the United States by Lars Eisen

“…Discrepancies between seasonal patterns for peak tick questing activity and peak human infestation appear to occur primarily for the adult stages of I. scapularis and I. pacificus. Study design and data presentation limitations of the published literature are discussed. …”
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The Relationship between Russian Identity and Political Polarization: The Role of Secure National Identification and National Narcissism by O.A. Gulevich, S.S. Kosimova

“…This suggests that secure national identification and national narcissism are associated differently with political polarization. <br><strong>Study design. </strong>Respondents completed questionnaires to measure secure national identification, national narcissism, and political polarization. …”
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Perbandingan Efektivitas Obat Kumur yang Mengandung Chlorhexidine dengan Povidone Iodine terhadap Streptococcus by Jeanne Mervrayano, Rahmatini ., Elizabeth Bahar

“…Experimental research of this type with the study design True Experiment with Posttest Only Control Group Design with a sample of 16 repetitions. …”
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Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation for patients with atrial fibrillation receiving catheter ablation: protocol for a feasibility randomised controlled trial (RCT) with embedded... by Gregory Y H Lip, Helen Jones, Mark T Mills, Dhiraj Gupta, Lawrence Foweather, Benjamin JR Buckley, Charlotte Fitzhugh

“…The trial (n=60) will involve one National Health Service (NHS) research site enrolling patients to assess intervention and study design processes. Primary outcomes are recruitment rate, adherence to exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation and loss to follow-up. …”
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A Potential Protective Effect of Alcohol Consumption in Male Genital Lichen Sclerosus: A Case-Control Study by Joey El Khoury, Jessica Andraos, Anthony Kanbar, Rami Halabi, Serge Assaf, Anthony Mina, Sabine El Breidi, Charbel Dabal, Charbel El Hachem, Rodrigue Saad, Antoine Kassis, Maher Abdessater, Raghid El Khoury

“…A nested case-control study design was chosen. Subjects enrolled were adult male patients who had a circumcision between January 2010 and December 2020 at our university hospital, with a confirmed LSc diagnosis on pathology. …”
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Crowned dens syndrome: A case series of 72 patients at eight teaching hospitals in Japan by Hiroki Isono, Haruka Kuno, Takunori Hozumi, Ken Emoto, Sho Nishiguchi, Masahiro Sakai, Madoka Ito, Koichi Kitamura, Kazuhito Hirose, Eiji Hiraoka, Naoto Ishimaru, Hiroyuki Kobayashi, Yasuharu Tokuda

“…The purpose of this study was to determine the annual incidence of CDS, time to diagnosis in CDS, as well as the features of CDS. Methods The study design was a retrospective case series study conducted at eight teaching hospitals in Japan. …”
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Evaluation of learning from Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training and its impact on patient outcomes in Australia using Kirkpatrick’s framework: a mixed methods study by Philip DeKoninck, Euan M Wallace, Debra Nestel, Arunaz Kumar, Sam Sturrock, Donna Lucey, Sally Stoyles, Jenny Morgan, Peter Neil, Michelle Schlipalius

“…We also aimed to assess participants’ perception of usefulness of PROMPT in their clinical practice.Study design Mixed methods approach with a pre-test/post-test design.Setting Healthcare network providing obstetric care in Victoria, Australia.Participants Medical and midwifery staff attending PROMPT between 2013 and 2015 (n=508); clinical outcomes were evaluated in two cohorts: 2011–2012 (n=15 361 births) and 2014–2015 (n=12 388 births).Intervention Attendance of the PROMPT programme, a simulation programme taught in multidisciplinary teams to facilitate teaching emergency obstetric skills.Main outcome measure Clinical outcomes compared before and after embedding PROMPT in educational practice.Secondary outcome measure Assessment of knowledge gained by participants through a qualitative analysis and description of process of embedding PROMPT in educational practice.Results There was a change in the management of postpartum haemorrhage by early recognition and intervention. …”
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Minimum Dietary Diversity and Associated Factors among Lactating Mothers in Ataye District, North Shoa Zone, Central Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study by Lemma Getacher, Gudina Egata, Tadesse Alemayehu, Agegnehu Bante, Abebaw Molla

“…A community-based cross-sectional study design was used among 652 lactating mothers aged 15–49 years from January 25 to April 30, 2018. …”
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The Exposure Assessment in Current Time Study: Implementation, Feasibility, and Acceptability of Real-Time Data Collection in a Community Cohort of Illicit Drug Users by Gregory D. Kirk, Beth S. Linas, Ryan P. Westergaard, Damani Piggott, Robert C. Bollinger, Larry W. Chang, Andrew Genz

“…Objective. We describe the study design and evaluate the implementation, feasibility, and acceptability of an ecological momentary assessment (EMA) study of illicit drug users. …”
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Measurement, determinants and outcomes of maternal care satisfaction in Nigeria: a systematic review by Jane E Hirst, Robyn Norton, Margaret Peden, Edward Mullins, Beatrice Wuraola Ope, Tavleen Wasan

“…There were no restrictions on study design types. Studies were excluded if they did not clearly define how satisfaction was measured or did not focus on the maternal health service domains under review (ie, antenatal, delivery, and/or postnatal care).Data extraction and synthesis Key information relevant to this study was extracted into an Excel spreadsheet and narratively synthesised. …”
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Patient-reported outcome measures following surgeries in implant dentistry and associated factors: a cross-sectional study by Xinyu Wu, Qi Yan, Bin Shi, Mengjie Ye, Jiahui Sun, Haibin Xia

“…Objectives We aimed to evaluate the patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) of dental implant surgeries and analyse the associated indicators.Design A cross-sectional study design was used.Setting Department of Oral Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University (May 2020–April 2021).Participants Participants with missing teeth in need of implant-supported rehabilitation.Interventions Dental implant placement and/or bone augmentation procedures.Primary and secondary outcome measures The primary outcome was discomfort on postoperative day 1, measured using a numerical rating scale (NRS). …”
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