Inflammation-related biomarkers for intracardiac thrombosis in acute myocardial infarction: predictive value and mechanistic implications of NLR and LDL-C by Sijie Zhao, Zizhu Lian, Xiaoning Wang, Na Mei

“…This study evaluated the predictive value of inflammation biomarkers for ICT.MethodsThis retrospective case–control study included 8,999 AMI patients hospitalized at the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University from January 2018 to December 2022, among whom 88 developed ICT. …”
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Osteoperiosteal versus osteochondral for autologous transplantation in the treatment of large cystic osteochondral lesions of the talus by Lequan Liu, Jiangtao Jin, Jinping Pan, Huikang Guo, Sen Li, Jisheng Li, Zheng Zhang

“…The aim of the study was to compare the short-term clinical and radiographic outcomes between patients undergoing AOPT and those undergoing AOCT for large cystic OLTs. Methods Patients who underwent AOPT or AOCT for medial large cystic OLTs between May 2019 and June 2023 were retrospectively evaluated. …”
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Comparative evaluation of the efficacy and safety of intra-articular administration of hyaluronic acid and glucocorticoids in the complex therapy of osteoarthritis by L. K. Peshekhonova, T. E. Kotelnikova, D. V. Peshekhonov, G. A. Kalashnik

“…Improving the treatment of knee (KN) osteoarthritis (OA) remains an urgent problem.Objective: to compare the efficacy and tolerability of intra-articular (i/a) administration of long-acting glucocorticoids (GCs) and Armaviscon®Forte and Armaviscon®Platinum hyaluronates in patients with knee OA.Material and methods. From November 2019 to April 2022, we examined and treated 60 patients (26 men and 34 women, mean age 41.32±3.71 years) suffering from primary KN OA. …”
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Retinal and Choroidal Changes in Children with Moderate-to-High Hyperopia by Yu Qian, Yingyan Ma, Qiurong Lin, Zhaoyu Xiang, Jun Qiang, Yan Xu, Haidong Zou

“…This study aimed to investigate the characteristics of retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) thickness, ganglion cell layer (GCL) thickness, and choroidal thickness in children with moderate-to-high hyperopia (MHH). Methods. This was a cross-sectional study that enrolled 53 children with MHH and 53 emmetropic children. …”
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Diclofenac sodium vs. dexketoprofen trometamol: selecting NSAIDs for managing postoperative inflammatory complications after third molar surgery—a randomized clinical trial by Mahmut Erkal, Cennet Neslihan Eroglu

“…This randomized controlled trial was performed to compare the analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of DS and DT following impacted tooth extraction. Methods This split-mouth, randomized clinical study included healthy individuals aged 18 to 40 years with bilaterally impacted third molars. …”
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Relationship between Cardiovascular Diseases and Periodontal Disease – A Systematic Review by Hashmat Gul, Abdullah Imtiaz, Sehrish Sharif, Ali Abdullah, Saba Rehman, Atiqa Bashir

“…Collaboration between dental and cardiovascular experts, coupled with advanced research methods, is essential for a profound understanding of these connections, thus enabling tailored interventions, offering significant improvements in both cardiovascular and periodontal health. …”
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Pain without gain? A randomized crossover study on the impact of active and passive foam rolling on jump height and pain intensity by Lars Heinke, Sasha Javanmardi, Janis Alexander Zemke, Ludwig Rappelt, Jürgen Freiwald, Christian Baumgart, Daniel Niederer

“…This study investigated the effects of single bouts of active foam rolling and passive foam rolling on vertical jump height, perceived pain, and applied pressure during treatment. Methods Twenty physically active participants (10 males, 10 females) completed a randomized crossover design study, undergoing one active and one passive foam rolling session. …”
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Effects of dezocine with ropivacaine on epidural analgesia during labor: a randomized controlled trial by Bin Su, Panlian Qian, W. P. Zhang, Yi Hou, Yiyi Shen

“…The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of dezocine with ropivacaine on epidural analgesia during labor.MethodsA total of 120 parturients were randomly divided into two groups (60 cases each). …”
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Ensuring road safety at regulated intersections in the presence of turning flows by O. S. Gasilova, M. V. Gryaznov, O. A. Pytaleva

“…Having compared the results of their own independently conducted studies, the authors came to the conclusion that ensuring road safety at controlled intersections in medium and large cities has a common scientific and methodological basis. Existing methods for calculating the duration of traffic light control cycles are aimed at ensuring maximum throughput in all directions of traffic at the intersection. …”
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Computer Vision Syndrome in Medical Students in a Teaching Hospital a Cross sectional Observational Study by Muhsin Hashim, Rajesh B. Gotekar

“…Aims: The aim of the study was to find the association of screen time with dry eye disease (DED) in medical students. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional observational study conducted at Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Medical College and Hospital, Sangli. …”
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Reducing process time of PV module lamination by using double-side heating system by Sraisth, Mansour Djamel Eddine, Öz Aksel Kaan, Gebhardt Paul, Klaus Daniel, Wellens Christine

“…This effect was evaluated by comparing the gel content of encapsulants treated with different heating methods, including single-side and double-side heating systems. …”
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Effect of microstructure differences on the thermal and mechanical behaviors of porous cementitious composites using phase change materials by Md Suman Mia, Satya Medepalli, Yuya Takahashi, Koichi Tsuchiya, Tetsuya Ishida

“…Two series of specimens were prepared by using two distinct mixing methods. One involved gentle mixing at a low energy, whereas the other used a high-speed mixer. …”
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A hybrid XAI-driven deep learning framework for robust GI tract disease diagnosis by Fadl Dahan, Jamal Hussain Shah, Rabia Saleem, Muhammad Hasnain, Maira Afzal, Taha M. Alfakih

“…Even with the advancement in machine learning and explainable AI for medical image analysis, existing methods tend to have high false negative rates which compromise critical disease cases. …”
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The impact of bariatric surgery on gut microbiota: a bibliometric analysis of research trends and scientific contributions by Shuaichang Gong, Xiabiao Zhang, Xiabiao Zhang, Xiaoliang Chen, Ping Wan, Longfei Zhou, Jun Zhang

“…However, there has been no systematic bibliometric analysis exploring the relationship between BS and GM to date.MethodsWe conducted a literature search on BS and GM from January 1, 1981, to May 25, 2024, within the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC). …”
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Zoonotic disease outbreaks reported under India's Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme, 2018–2023: a cross-sectional analysis of national surveillance dataResearch in context... by Mogan Kaviprawin, Mohankumar Raju, Manikandanesan Sakthivel, Archana Ramalingam

“…We described the zoonotic disease outbreaks notified under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) in India between 2018 and 2023 to identify temporal trends and spatial variation. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study by reviewing zoonotic disease outbreak line-list data from IDSP weekly outbreak reports and analyzed by year, region, and timeliness of reporting. …”
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Patient Experience of Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease: Qualitative Patient and Clinician Interviews Informing the Development of a Conceptual Model by Jeffrey L. Bennett, Asha Paireddy, Charlotte Cox, Megan Mayhew, Julia Stein, Teresa Gasalla, Béatrice Tugaut

“…This study explored the patient experience of MOGAD through concept elicitation interviews with patients with MOGAD and clinicians to develop a conceptual model of MOGAD. Methods A preliminary conceptual model of MOGAD signs, symptoms, treatments, and HRQoL impacts was developed based on a review of the published literature. …”
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Pictogram comprehension and medication-use literacy among undergraduate students: a cross-sectional survey study by Kritsanee Saramunee, Bunleu Sungthong, Chatmanee Taengthonglang, Wiraphol Phimarn

“…This study assessed the understanding of USP-DI pictograms and medication-use literacy, and explored factors associated with pictogram comprehension.Methods: A cross-sectional survey using a structured questionnaire was conducted among 637 university students between August 2023 and April 2024. …”
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Electroacupuncture alleviated post-stroke cognitive impairment via the mTOR/NLRP3-mediated autophagy-inflammatory pathway by Jiawang Lang, Jianchang Luo, Jiachen Lang, Luodan Wang, Wenbin Xu, Jie Jia, Zhipeng Zhao, Boxu Lang

“…This study aimed to assess the effects of electroacupuncture (EA) on PSCI and the role of the mTOR/NLRP3-mediated autophagy-inflammatory pathway in this process. Methods The rat focal cerebral ischemia model was established using middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO). …”
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The Role of Stress in Venipuncture Pain in Adolescents: Secondary Analysis of a Prospective Observational Study by Joel Brown, Zoe Ademuyiwa, Elizabeth Wu-Chen, Hadas Nahman-Averbuch

“…This study investigated the relationships between stress (venipuncture-related and general stress) and venipuncture pain intensity and unpleasantness, hypothesizing that higher stress levels would be associated with greater pain levels. <b>Methods</b>: Forty-two adolescents (five boys, mean age 12.2 ± 1.4) participated in the study, which included completing questionnaires and a blood draw. …”
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Use of Dexamethasone for Severe Fatigue in the Advanced Cancer Population: A Brief Report by Gemma Ingham, Kat Urban, Yinyin Phyo, Jane Hunt, Penelope Tuffin, Davinia Seah

“…Objective: To improve the evidence base by exploring the use, efficacy, and side effect profile of dexamethasone for fatigue management. Methods: This international multisite prospective observational case series assessed the benefit and adverse effects of dexamethasone at baseline (T0) and at five to seven days postbaseline (T1). …”
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