Carbon dioxide elimination pattern in assessing the risk of an unfavorable outcome in cardiac surgery by O. V. Kamenskaya, I. Yu. Loginova, A. S. Klinkova, D. N. Ponomarev, S. A. Alsov, V. N. Lomivorotov, A. M. Chernyavskiy

“…To assess the influence of resting partial pressure of end-tidal carbon dioxide (PetCO2) levels on the long-term results of cardiac surgery.Materials and methods. This prospective cohort study included 454 patients with coronary artery disease who underwent elective coronary artery bypass graft surgery. …”
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What matters to women during childbirth: A systematic qualitative review. by Soo Downe, Kenneth Finlayson, Olufemi T Oladapo, Mercedes Bonet, A Metin Gülmezoglu

“…This qualitative systematic review was undertaken to inform WHO intrapartum guidelines.<h4>Methods</h4>Using a pre-determined search strategy, we searched Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO, AMED, EMBASE, LILACS, AJOL, and reference lists of eligible studies published 1996-August 2016 (updated to January 2018), reporting qualitative data on womens' childbirth beliefs, expectations, and values. …”
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Intercultural sensitivity among nursing students: a latent profile analysis by You-Ran Liu, Yan Wang, Tengfei Liang, Shumei Zhuang, Xi Wang, Jie Wang, Hui Xie

“…Therefore, this study aims to investigate the potential types of intercultural sensitivity and related variables among nursing students. Methods A total of 599 nursing students (mean age:20.24, 439 female) from Anhui Province, China, were recruited. …”
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Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) Reflects Myocardial Inhomogeneities in Hemodialyzed Patients by Kamila Bołtuć, Arkadiusz Bociek, Robert Dziugieł, Martyna Bociek, Tomasz Zapolski, Wojciech Dąbrowski, Andrzej Jaroszyński

“…The study is aimed at evaluating whether inflammation process can contribute to the wide QRS-T angle. Patients and Methods. The retrospective study was performed on 183 HD patients. …”
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Anterior Subcutaneous versus Submuscular Transposition of the Ulnar Nerve for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. by Chun-Hua Liu, Chang-Xian Chen, Jie Xu, Han-Long Wang, Xiao-Bin Ke, Zhi-Yong Zhuang, Zhan-Long Lai, Zhi-Qiang Wu, Qin Lin

“…<h4>Objective</h4>To pool reliable evidences for the optimum anterior transposition technique in the treatment of cubital tunnel syndrome by comparing the clinical efficacy of subcutaneous and submuscular anterior ulnar nerve transposition.<h4>Methods</h4>A comprehensive search was conducted in PubMed MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Web of Science, OVID AMED, EBSCO and potentially relevant surgical archives. …”
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Conceptual model for pluralistic healthcare behaviour: results from a qualitative study in southwestern Uganda by Rachel King, Radhika Sundararajan, Juliet Mwanga-Amumpaire, Norma C Ware

“…The goal of this study was to explain therapeutic itineraries and create a conceptual framework of pluralistic health behaviour.Methods In-depth interviews were conducted from September 2017 to February 2018 with patients seeking care at traditional healers (n=30) and at an outpatient medicine clinic (n=30) in Mbarara, Uganda; the study is nested within a longitudinal project examining HIV testing engagement among traditional healer-using communities. …”
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Applying an intersectional climate justice lens to understand climate crisis impacts on sexual and reproductive health and rights and identify local solutions: Qualitative findings... by Sally Dijkerman, Jakaria Hossain, Maria Persson, Rabeya Akter Konika, Dipika Paul

“…We employed a two-phased participatory qualitative research design. Methods: We conducted key informant interviews with local SRHR and climate change experts ( n  = 10) plus in-depth interviews ( n  = 15) and community dialog meetings ( n  = 8) with women and girls of reproductive age ( n  = 49). …”
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Risk Factors of Delirium Following Reconstructive Surgery for Head and Neck Tumors: A Retrospective Clinical Trial by Li L, Zhang L, Wu X, Zeng Z

“…However, the risk factors for delirium associated with propofol-based sedation remain unclear.Objective: The study aimed to explore the risk factors of delirium of propofol singled or combined sedation.Methods: This retrospective study analyzed ICU patients who underwent head and neck tumor reconstruction surgery. …”
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Efficacy of MAVIG X-Ray Protective Drapes in Reducing CTO Operator Radiation by Keir McCutcheon, Maarten Vanhaverbeke, Jérémie Dabin, Ruben Pauwels, Werner Schoonjans, Walter Desmet, Johan Bennett

“…Whether MXPDs are also effective in reducing operator radiation during chronic total occlusion (CTO) PCI, often with dual access, is unknown. Methods. We performed a prospective, randomized-controlled study comparing operator radiation dose during CTO PCI (n = 60) with or without pelvic MXPDs. …”
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Optimizing Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Therapy via Ultrasound-Enhanced Piezocatalysis for Targeted Chemodrug Release by Xue Q, He N, Gao Y, Zhang X, Li S, Chen F, Ning C, Wu X, Yao J, Zhang Z, Li S, Zhao C

“…Although some advancements have been made using nanotechnology-based chemotherapy for TNBC treatment, the controlled and on-demand release of chemotherapeutic drugs at the tumor site remains a challenge.Methods: We manufactured DOX/BaTiO3@cRGD-Lip (DBRL) nanoparticles as an ultrasound (US)-controlled release platform targeting the delivery of Doxorubicin (DOX) for TNBC treatment. …”
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Neurorights, Neurotechnologies and Personal Data: Review of the Challenges of Mental Autonomy by Y. Cornejo

“…Objective: to present the results of a systematic review of research on the impact of neurotechnology on legal concepts and regulatory frameworks, addressing ethical and social issues related to the protection of individual rights, privacy and mental autonomy.Methods: The systematic literature review was based on the methodology proposed by a renowned British scholar, a professor emerita of computer science at Keele University Barbara Kitchenham, chosen for its flexibility and effectiveness in obtaining results for publication. …”
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Impact of regional metastases on prognosis of patients with thyroid carcinoma by I.V. Deineko

“…With the further spread of the primary tumor in the T4a group, the treatment prognosis worsened in patients, and equally for both N1a and N1b, in the group of neglected T4b tumors. …”
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Explaining the Decline in Coronary Heart Disease Mortality in the Netherlands between 1997 and 2007. by Carla Koopman, Ilonca Vaartjes, Ineke van Dis, W M Monique Verschuren, Peter Engelfriet, Edith M Heintjes, Anneke Blokstra, Dorly J H Deeg, Marjolein Visser, Michiel L Bots, Martin O'Flaherty, Simon Capewell

“…<h4>Objective</h4>We set out to determine what proportion of the mortality decline from 1997 to 2007 in coronary heart disease (CHD) in the Netherlands could be attributed to advances in medical treatment and to improvements in population-wide cardiovascular risk factors.<h4>Methods</h4>We used the IMPACT-SEC model. Nationwide information was obtained on changes between 1997 and 2007 in the use of 42 treatments and in cardiovascular risk factor levels in adults, aged 25 or over. …”
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Comparison between Buccal Midazolam versus Intranasal Dexmedetomidine Plus Oral Chloral Hydrate in Reducing Parental Separation Anxiety in Children Undergoing Inguinal Hernia Repai... by Ramy Mousa Saleh, Amany Nagah Fekry, Mona Sobhy Emara

“…Objectives: The purpose of the current research was to assess whether a combination of intranasal dexmedetomidine and oral chloral hydrate induces more effective in sedation compared to buccal midazolam in children undergoing inguinal hernia repair. Patients and methods: This randomized double blinded clinical trial included 80 children aged 2 to 7 years, both sex, American Society of Anesthesiology І and П scheduled for inguinal hernia repair. …”
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Assessing the Inter-Rater and Inter-Trial Reliability of the NeurOptics Pupillary Light Response-3000 Pupillometer by Deborah A Jehu, Lori A Bolgla, Samantha Armas, Forest Dutton

“…The authors hypothesized that inter-rater and inter-trial reliability would have intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) greater than or equal to 0.70 for all PLR parameters. # Study Design: Observational, reliability study Methods: Forty-eight healthy adults (age 18-40 years) without a history of neurological injury, optical surgery, or cognitive impairment participated. …”
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Anodal tDCS and virtual reality gait rehabilitation in individuals with chronic stroke: a case series report by Aracely Marks, Shelley Oliveira Barbosa, Daniella Napoli, Susan E. D'Andrea

“…Emerging technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) have shown potential to enhance neuroplasticity and functional recovery, suggesting that their combined use could offer a novel pathway for stroke rehabilitation.ObjectiveThis study evaluated the efficacy of an integrated VR and tDCS treadmill training protocol in improving gait and mobility outcomes among individuals with chronic stroke.MethodsFive chronic stroke patients were recruited for this study. …”
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Identifying risk factors for postpartum depression in Mashhad, Iran, 2017–2024: a population-based case-control study by Amin Moradi, Mehdi Norouzi, Ehsan Mosa Farkhani

“…This study aimed to identify risk factors and the frequency of PPD in Mashhad, Iran. Methods A population-based case-control study was conducted using data from the Sina Health Information System (SINAEHR) from March 1, 2017, to June 20, 2024. …”
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The effect of interval training with curcumin supplementation on LRP1 and beta amyloid levels in rats with Alzheimer\'s disease by Mostafa Zarin Afzal, Yaser Kazemzadeh, Saeed Sedaghati, Sanaz Mirzaiyan, Abdolali Banaeifar

“…The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of a moderate-intensity interval training with curcumin supplementation on plasma levels of LRP1 (as the main carrier of Aβ in plasma) and Aβ levels in plasma and brain of induced AD rats. Methods: Fifty Wistar rats (eight-week-old) with an average weight of 191±10g were randomly divided into five equal groups: 1) AD+exercise+curcumin, 2) AD+exercise, 3) AD+curcumin, 4) AD, and 5) control group. …”
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Comparison Of Salbutamol Alone And Salbutamol In Combination With Ipratropium Bromide In The Treatment Of Acute Asthma In Children. by Muhammad Umair, Zeeshan Ahmad, Sidra Anjum, Muhammad Aslam Sheikh, Muhammad Zubair Ahmad

“…This study aimed to compare the mean pulmonary asthma score in salbutamol alone versus salbutamol combined with ipratropium bromide for managing childhood acute asthma. Methods: This single-blind, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial was performed at the Pediatric Medicine department, The Children’s Hospital & the Institute of Child Health, Multan, from January 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024. …”
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Percutaneous Pinning Versus Volar Locking Plate Fixation in the Treatment of Intra_articular Distal Radius Fracture in Adults above 18 Years of Age by Thaqaf Alauldeen Fadhil Al-bayati, Omer Ali Rafiq Barawi, Hasan Mazin Shekheel Mercalose

“… Background and objectives: Distal radius fractures account for more than 20% of all fractures seen in the emergency department, unstable distal radial fractures can be managed by several treatment options including cast immobilization, percutaneous pinning, plate fixation, and external fixation, the aim of the study is to compare percutaneous pinning and volar locking plate in the treatment of distal radius fracture AO C1 subtype. Methods: Thirty patients were included and divided into 2 equal groups, group 1 underwent volar locking plate fixation and group 2 underwent percutaneous k wire fixation, the functional and radiological outcomes were assessed by DASH and Stewart’s score respectively and the range of motion was measured. …”
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