Lifestyle factors and oncogenic papillomavirus infection in a high-risk male population. by Elena Lopez-Diez, Sonia Perez, Manuel Carballo, Amparo Iñarrea, Angel de la Orden, Maximo Castro, Moises Rodríguez, Sheila Almuster, Ruben Montero, Miguel Perez, Jorge Sanchez, Antonio Ojea

“…The study was focused on men with an increased risk of HR-HPV infection: male sexual partners of women diagnosed with high-grade squamous intraepithelial cervical lesions.<h4>Methods</h4>Men were enrolled and prospectively recruited within the first six months after diagnosis of cervical lesions in their female partners (n = 175, 2013-2016). …”
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The effect of Jintiange capsules on pain in patients with primary osteoporosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Wei Li, Baisheng Ye, Shilong Meng, Zhen Huang, Xin Jiang, Fengqing Qie, Yaosheng Liu, Xiaolin Shi, Miaoer Li

“…Abstract Background To evaluate the effectiveness of Jintiange capsules (JTG) in relieving pain in patients with primary osteoporosis (POP). Methods A systematic review of the literature was conducted through seven databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Embase, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Database and SinoMed, from inception to October 2023. …”
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Investigation of the Effectiveness of the Combined Treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema by S. I. Zakieva, A. D. Aliyev, A. K. Ahmedov, M. M. Magomedova, M. T. Mikailova

“…The purpose: to compare the effectiveness of combination treatment of patients with diabetic macular edema (DMO) and to assess the correlations of clinical, functional and aberrometric indicators.Patients and methods. 47 patients (56 eyes) were examined, 27 were women and 20 were men with DME, the average age was 61.3 ± 1.8 years. …”
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Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma use as an adjunctive treatment in autologous osteochondral transplantation for patients with osteochondral lesions of the talus accompanied by chro... by Jie Xiao, Xiu Yang, Yun Zheng, Shun Lin, Xue-Song Han

“…Therefore, this study aimed to explore the effect of combining platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment with AOT on postoperative functional and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) outcomes in patients with osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) accompanied by chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI). Methods This retrospective study had a minimum follow-up period of 1 year. …”
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Intelligent Traffic Management Using Machine Vision Techniques in Smart Cities by Peyman Babaei

“…In this article, the effectiveness of deep learning methods based on machine vision in traffic management applications, including automatic recognition and recognition of license plates, recognition and identification of traffic signs, recognition and classification of cars, recognition of pedestrians and recognition of road lines, has been investigated. …”
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Clinical and Functional Results of a Combined Surgical Treatment of Pellucid Marginal Degeneration by Yu. Yu. Kalinnikov, D. V. Nevrov, S. Yu. Kalinnikova, I. S. Tkachenko

“…Purpose: To evaluate the clinical results of a combined approach to the treatment of pellucid marginal degeneration, that includes femtolaser-assisted keratotomy, intrastromal lamellar keratoplasty with a use of refractive lenticule and a simultaneous intracorneal ring segment implantation, followed by a local collagen cross-linking.Patients and methods. An analysis of the outcomes of the surgical treatment performed in 20 eyes of 15 patients from 36 to 57 years old who were diagnosed with pellucid marginal degeneration in both of their eyes. …”
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Efficacy of Noninvasive Stellate Ganglion Blockade Performed Using Physical Agent Modalities in Patients with Sympathetic Hyperactivity-Associated Disorders: A Systematic Review an... by Chun-De Liao, Jau-Yih Tsauo, Tsan-Hon Liou, Hung-Chou Chen, Chi-Lun Rau

“…This study investigated the use of noninvasive SGB for managing neuropathic pain or other disorders associated with sympathetic hyperactivity.<h4>Materials and methods</h4>We performed a comprehensive search of the following online databases: Medline, PubMed, Excerpta Medica Database, Cochrane Library Database, Ovid MEDLINE, Europe PubMed Central, EBSCOhost Research Databases, CINAHL, ProQuest Research Library, Physiotherapy Evidence Database, WorldWideScience, BIOSIS, and Google Scholar. …”
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Learning curve and complications of unilateral biportal endoscopy–unilateral laminectomy bilateral decompression for lumbar spinal stenosis by Jiashen Shao, Zihan Fan, Hai Meng, Qi Fei

“…Aim: Our aim was to analyze the learning curve of UBE-unilateral laminectomy bilateral decompression (ULBD) and risk factors associated with perioperative complications. Materials and methods: Consecutive patients who underwent UBE from June 2021 to December 2023 at the Department of Orthopedics, Beijing Friendship Hospital, were retrospectively analyzed. …”
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CHARACTERISTICS OF HEMATOLOGICAL MANIFESTATIONS IN PATIENTS WITH SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS: SINGLE CENTER EXPERIENCE by Gül Sandal Uzun

“…The variables were calculated using visual (histogram and normality plots) and analytical methods (Kolmogorov-Smirnov) to determine whether they were normally distributed. …”
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The effects of intravenous hydration regimens in nulliparous women undergoing induction of labor: A systematic review and meta‐analysis by Lauren Kearney, Susannah Brady, Nicole Marsh, Miranda Davies‐Tuck, Rachael Nugent, Victoria Eley

“…Therefore, we undertook a systematic review and meta‐analysis to determine the effects of intravenous hydration regimens on nulliparous women undergoing induction of labor. Material and methods A systematic review and meta‐analysis were conducted. …”
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Changing snow conditions are challenging moose (Alces alces) surveys in Alaska by Todd J. Brinkman, Kalin A. Kellie, Adele K. Reinking, Glen E. Liston, Natalie T. Boelman

“…Our findings can be used by wildlife managers to guide decisions related to the future reliability of aerial fall moose surveys and help to identify timelines for development of alternate measurement and monitoring methods.…”
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Maximising trichiasis surgery success (MTSS) trial: rationale and design of a randomised controlled trial to improve trachomatous trichiasis surgical outcomes by Beatriz Munoz, Emily W Gower, Belay Bayissasse, Kristin M Sullivan, Shannath L Merbs, Alexander Keil, Alemayehu Sisay, Alison Singer

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Clinical and radiological comparison of percutaneous cervical nucleoplasty combined with ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency of cervical nerve root for cervical radicular pain:... by Baodong Wang, He Song, Tianyi Wang, Peng Du, Lei Zang, Lihui Yang

“…This study aimed to propose a novel combination strategy of percutaneous cervical nucleoplasty (PCN) and ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) of cervical nerve root for CRP, and to compare its therapeutic effects with PRF alone.Methods120 CRP patients who satisfied the inclusion requirements between January 2016 and March 2019 were retrospectively analyzed and split into PCN + PRF and PRF groups. …”
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Clinical symptom clusters, neurocognitive function, balance and vestibulo-ocular function in athletes with sport-related concussion by Claus Reinsberger, Lea Weike, Rebecca Reeschke

“…Objective This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate subjective and objective deficits of neurocognitive function, balance and vestibulo-ocular performance in athletes with sport-related concussion (SRC) compared with healthy control athletes.Methods 72 patients with SRC and 72 matched healthy controls were included. …”
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Comparing the clinical outcomes of an innovative bi-frame external fixation device compared to those of volar locking plate and external fixator device among patients with unstable... by Zhi-Yuan Yao, Xu‑Song Li, Jie-Feng Huang

“…This study retrospectively evaluates the clinical efficacy and safety of a novel bi-frame external fixation device (BEF) compared with VLP and EF over a two-year period.Methods rA total of 131 patients with unstable DRF treated between 2015 and 2022 at the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University were included (42 BEF, 44 EF, 45 VLP). …”
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Development of allele-specific therapeutic siRNA in Meesmann epithelial corneal dystrophy. by Haihui Liao, Alan D Irvine, Caroline J Macewen, Kathryn H Weed, Louise Porter, Laura D Corden, A Bethany Gibson, Jonathan E Moore, Frances J D Smith, W H Irwin McLean, C B Tara Moore

“…The aim of this study was to design and assess the efficacy and potency of an allele-specific siRNA approach as a future treatment for MECD.<h4>Methods and findings</h4>We studied a family with a consistently severe phenotype where all affected persons were shown to carry heterozygous missense mutation Leu132Pro in the KRT12 gene. …”
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The Impact of Functional Asymmetry of the Cerebral Hemispheres in Students of a Physics and Mathematics Lyceum on the Learning Outcomes by Oksana Ikkert, Tetiana Korol, Kateryna Hlazunova, Iryna Tsinkevych

“…It emphasizes the need to implement appropriate forms, methods, and teaching techniques in lessons that align with specific types of thinking to activate the potential of both cerebral hemispheres in students of a physics and mathematics lyceum with mathematical and biological specializations.…”
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The impact of health literacy on quality of life in patients with chronic diseases by Jiali Zhang, Yinhai Chen, Yuanwei Lu, Xuan Jiang, Congxuan Lin, Xiong Ke, Xiong Ke

“…ObjectiveWe aimed to assess quality of life in patients with chronic diseases and identify influencing factors, as well as to explore the relationship between health literacy and quality of life in this population.MethodsWe used health literacy and EuroQol 5-Dimensions 5-Level version survey data from chronically ill patients in the 2023 Sichuan Province Chinese Resident Psychological and Behavioral Survey Study. …”
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Dry eye post-cataract surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Hillary Ta, Paul McCann, Mengli Xiao, Tiffany Lien, Kaleb Abbott, Darren G. Gregory, Riaz Qureshi, Tianjing Li

“…Purpose To evaluate the effect of cataract surgery on dry eye outcomes postoperatively. Methods We searched Ovid MEDLINE and Embase from 01/01/2010 to 16/08/2021 and included observational studies of participants ≥ 18 years old undergoing any cataract surgical procedure. …”
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Sodium butyrate and sodium propionate inhibit breast cancer cell migration and invasion through regulation of epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition and suppression of MEK/ERK signal... by Dania Mahmoud Kharazi, Louna Karam, Charbel El Boustany, José-Noel Ibrahim

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to investigate the roles played by NaB and NaP in breast carcinogenesis by elucidating their potential anti-metastatic effects in the context of tumor migration, invasion, and EMT regulation in two distinct breast cancer cell lines, MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231.MethodsThe cytotoxic effect of both compounds on 3D spheroid formation was evaluated using a hanging drop assay. …”
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