Comparing the Efficacy of Intra-articular Platelet-rich Plasma and Corticosteroid Injections in the Management of Adhesive Capsulitis of Shoulder by Suriya Kulothungan Karikalan, Karthik Murugan, Lionel John J

“…This study focuses on analyzing the effectiveness of PRP in adhesive capsulitis. Methods: In our analytical cross-sectional study, we selected 70 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria and randomly assigned them <italic>via</italic> computer into two groups. …”
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The Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Therapy on Disease signs and Symptoms and Psychological Distress in Women with Oral Lichen Planus by Fatemeh Sarebannezhad, Abdollah Omidi, Zahra Zanjani, Elaheh Ghasemzadeh Hoseini, Narges Gholizadeh

“…Data were collected using the DASS-21 questionnaire, Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and Thongprasom Scale. …”
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Factors for early postoperative cognitive impairment in patients after coronary bypass surgery and carotid endarterectomy by O. V. Maleva, A. S. Sosnina, E. G. Uchasova, S. V. Ivanov, O. A. Trubnikova, O. L. Barbarash

“…To determine the relationship between perioperative factors and cognitive function in patients after coronary bypass grafting (CABG) in combination with unilateral carotid endarterectomy (CE).Material and methods. We examined 56 men in the perioperative period with CABG combined with unilateral CE (mean age, 64,0±7,1 years). …”
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Effects of Pathological Characteristics on Functional Scores and Surgical Satisfaction in Patients after Hallux Valgus Surgery by Guohua Jiang, Qi Zhou, Tianjing Zhao, Yijun Liu, Canjun Zeng

“…The aim of our study was to report the influence of pathological characteristics such as the tibial sesamoid position (TSP) and first metatarsal pronation on postoperative functional scores and patient satisfaction with hallux valgus surgery. Methods From June 2017 to December 2022, a retrospective analysis was conducted on patients who underwent hallux valgus surgery at our hospital. …”
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Randomised, multicentre, placebo-controlled trial of fenofibrate for treatment of diabetic macular oedema with economic evaluation (FORTE study): study protocol for a randomised co... by Gerald Liew, Paul Mitchell, Bamini Gopinath, Helen Nguyen, Richard Kha

“…This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of oral fenofibrate for the treatment of DMO.Methods and analysis This randomised double-blind, placebo-controlled trial recruited 204 patients with DMO across three different clinics in Sydney. …”
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The molecular mechanism and utilization of ZmMs7-mediated dominant nuclear sterility in Oryza sativa L by Yusheng Xu, Yusheng Xu, Dingyang Yuan, Meijuan Duan

“…The system has successfully developed a practical dominant male-sterile rice line characterized by complete pollen sterility, stable fertility, and straightforward visual seed selection, with no adverse effects on plant growth. …”
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Publications of systematic review and meta-analysis in the indexed anesthesia journals: a 10-year bibliometric analysis by Zhi-yao Zou, Xiao-jing Huang, Jin-rui Song, Yun-tai Yao

“…We used CiteSpace 6.1.R6 to analyze countries, institutions, journals, authors, and keywords through visual maps to explore the research hotspots and trends. …”
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The impact of intensive management on pain intensity in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis: secondary analysis of three clinical trials by Fowzia Ibrahim, David L. Scott, Ian C. Scott

“…We considered a range of pain outcomes of clinical relevance to patients, including the achievement of mild endpoint pain scores and clinically-meaningful pain reductions. Methods The trials comprised MIPA in PsA, CARDERA in early RA, and TITRATE in established RA. …”
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Abstract 124: Vertebral Artery Web as a Rare Cause of Ischemic Stroke in a young male by Harsimran Kaur, Romil Singh, Russell Cerejo

“…Here we present a young patient with symptomatic vertebral artery web. Methods Case Report Results 35‐year‐old male presented with persistent, intermittent, bilateral visual scintillations lasting 30‐60 seconds for one month. …”
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Systemic Hormonal Contraceptive Use and Rhinitis Among Adult Women: An All of Us Database Analysis by Richard G. Chiu, Kamal Eldeirawi, Anthony I. Dick, Sharmilee M. Nyenhuis, Thasarat Sutabutr Vajaranant, Rachel Caskey, Victoria S. Lee

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Therapy Companion Mobile App for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Exercises (ACTaide): Therapist and Client Co-Design Study by Serena Thapar, Daniela Quesada, Bärbel Knäuper

“…The research explored stakeholder preferences and feedback on app functionality, design, and features to guide iterative design improvements. MethodsUsing a qualitative, user-centered design framework, we conducted 4 consecutive focus groups: 2 with 10 licensed ACT therapists and 2 with 14 psychotherapy clients. …”
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Prediction of acute pancreatitis severity based on early CT radiomics by Mingyao Qi, Chao Lu, Rao Dai, Jiulou Zhang, Hui Hu, Xiuhong Shan

“…Abstract Background This study aims to develop and validate an integrated predictive model combining CT radiomics and clinical parameters for early assessment of acute pancreatitis severity. Methods A retrospective cohort of 246 patients with acute pancreatitis was analyzed, with a 70%-30% split for training and validation groups. …”
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Prevalence and characteristics of sarcopenic obesity and normal weight obesity in Chinese women: a cross-sectional study based on body fat percentage by Rongshun Wu, Miaoyuan Li, Yanting Liao, Jing Zhang, Chenxia Xu, Xuewen Yan

“…The UpSet plot was used to visualize diagnostic overlaps among obesity-related indicators, highlighting high-risk phenotypes potentially missed by relying on BMI alone. …”
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Explicit Motor Imaging Abilities Are Similar in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Limb Pain and Healthy Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study by Cohen-aknine G, Mottet D, Homs AF, Mura T, Jedryka F, Dupeyron AF

“…We hypothesize that both CRPS and CLP patients will show a decrease in motor imagery abilities compared to healthy controls and in their affected limb compared to their own contralateral, unaffected side.Patients and Methods: In this single-center observational study, 123 participants were recruited (CRPS = 40, chronic limb pain, CLP = 40, and healthy individuals = 43). …”
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Prevalence of incorrect posture among school adolescents after the COVID-19 pandemic: a large population-based scoliosis screening in China by Yujie Mei, Yi-Fan Lin, Zichao Gong, Bin Yan, Qian Liang

“…Each student underwent visual inspection, Adam’s forward bending test, and trunk rotation angle measurement. …”
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MAGMA-MICK: A state-of-the-art digital platform facilitating the programmatic implementation of whole genome sequencing for TB care and prevention by Prof Annelies Van Rie, Fulvio Vigilante, Dr. Walter Sanseverino, Prof Annelies Van Rie

“…Furthermore, communication should be secure, adhere to privacy laws, and be integrated into existing hierarchies of the healthcare system. Methods: We MICK, a state-of-the-art secure digital platform, for the use of NGS to guide the care and prevention of (DR)-TB. …”
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Structural and Functional Insight into Intracameral Cefuroxime Ocular Toxic Syndrome (ICOTS) in Eyes with Disrupted Intraocular Barrier by Andrea Cusumano, Marco A. Pileri, Benedetto Falsini, Massimo Cesareo, Michele D’Ambrosio, Fabian D’Apolito, Francesco Martelli, Marco Lombardo

“…Functional assessments showed transient changes in multifocal ERG responses, returning to near-normal levels within T3. Best-corrected visual acuity worsened at T1 and improved after the subretinal fluid resolution (T2). …”
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Relationship of chronic low back pain intensity with functional activity, stress and quality of life in working-age adults by M.A. Ovdii, I.V. Cherepenko, A.M. Tsyhanok, A.M. Dmytrenko, R.А. Kravets

“…The purpose was to eva­luate the relationship between the intensity of chronic LBP and indicators of functional activity, stress and quality of life in subjects of working age. Materials and methods. A survey was conducted among 159 persons aged 18-65 years with LBP lasting more than 3 months. …”
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Research on functional constipation with anxiety or depression: a bibliometric analysis by Xiaoqin Li, Qiang Lei, Jiao Xie, Fang Li, Jing Liu, Yuelai Chen, Qiangjian Mao

“…This study therefore aimed to analyze the current status and extent of research and areas of interest in the study of FC with anxiety or depression.MethodsData from studies on FC with anxiety or depression, that were performed between 2003 and 2024, were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database. …”
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The effect of 360° virtual reality-based education on preoperative anxiety and hemodynamic parameters in patients undergoing primary brain tumor surgery by Eva Yulianti, I Kariasa, Dikha Kurnia, Enny Mulyatsih

“…By allowing patients to virtually engage with the surgical environment, VR can enhance familiarity and reduce anxiety.Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of 360° VR-based education on preoperative anxiety levels and hemodynamic parameters in patients undergoing primary brain tumor surgery.Methods: A interventional study was conducted with consecutive sampling to recruit patients aged 18–65 years, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) 1, 2, and 3, without visual, auditory, reading, psychiatric disorders, or drug dependence. …”
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