Potential Factors Affected Safety and Efficacy of Transcatheter Plug Closure for Pediatric Hemoptysis with Anomalous Bronchial Arteries by Hong-Yu Kuang, Qiang Li, Ping Xiang, Chuan Feng, Qi-Jian Yi, Tie-Wei Lu

“…The repeat occlusion was applied for unclosed BAs leading to visual recurrent hemoptysis, the average interval time of which was 5.4 ± 3.6 mon. …”
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: clinical features, comorbidities and quality of life in Colombia by Hector Castellanos, Gloria A. Vargas, Lili Rueda, Liliana Gonzalez, Esperanza Melendez, Maria I Arredondo, Janeth T Acosta

“…This study aims to describe the severity of symptoms, sociodemographic factors and quality of life of HS patients in Colombia.  Material and Methods: This is an exploratory, multicenter, observational, cross-sectional study conducted in 8 dermatology centers in Colombia.  …”
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A systematic review on the relationship between marine pollution and human health in small island developing states by Alisha Morsella, Carolina Castagna, Rosaria Messina, Nicolò Scarsi, Walter Ricciardi, Chiara Cadeddu

“…Methods: This review follows the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. …”
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Evaluation of Hemodynamic Changes in Third Molar Surgery: An Observational Study by Dinesh Chand Patidar, Ramesh Ram Fry, Aayush Malhotra, Dinesh Kumar, Nikita Suri, Deepika Patidar

“…Aim: To evaluate the hemodynamic changes during third molar surgery and also to assess whether these changes are associated with anxiety of patients towards the surgery. Materials and methods: A prospective study was done on 40 healthy patients (14 male and 26 female) with a mean age of 28.48 years (Age range 19–48 years) who underwent surgical extraction of the third molar. …”
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Ophthalmologic Baseline Characteristics and 2-Year Ophthalmologic Safety Profile of Pramipexole IR Compared with Ropinirole IR in Patients with Early Parkinson’s Disease by William Seiple, Danna Jennings, Richard B. Rosen, Leona Borchert, Lee Canale, Nora Fagan, Mark Forrest Gordon

“…Comprehensive ophthalmologic assessments (COA) included corrected acuity, Roth 28-color test, slit-lamp biomicroscopy, intraocular pressure, computerized visual field test, fundus photography, and electroretinography. …”
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A White Dwarf Catalog from LAMOST DR11 Using Deep Learning by Shengwen Zhang, Yanxia Zhang, Chao Liu

“…This surge in observational data has underscored the pressing need for efficient analysis and categorization of newly discovered white dwarfs. Traditional methods for star classification heavily rely on manual visual identification, which is a laborious and time-consuming process. …”
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The use of intraoperative tractography in brain tumor and epilepsy surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Holly Aylmore, Fiona Young, Kristian Aquilina, Chris A. Clark, Jonathan D. Clayden

“…IntroductionTractography is the only available technique for visualizing whitematter pathways within the living brain. …”
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Virtual embodiment training is associated with relative alpha power modulation by Soraya Miremadi, Kai Wai Yang, Akshat Kalra, Sri Lasya Malladi, Julia A. Scott

“…In a healthy population, this study assessed neuroimaging markers for cognitive processes involved in VET or pain perception.MethodsEEG was collected in 16 healthy individuals during VR-VET. …”
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Analyzing research trends in glioblastoma metabolism: a bibliometric review by Jiaxin Dai, Jiaxin Dai, Siyun Song, Pengyu Chen, Pengyu Chen, Qixuan Huang, Qixuan Huang, Hubin Duan, Hubin Duan

“…BackgroundA bibliometric and visual analysis of articles related to glioblastoma metabolism was conducted to reveal the dynamics of scientific development and to assist researchers in gaining a global perspective when exploring hotspots and trends.MethodsThe Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) was employed to search, screen, and download articles about glioblastoma metabolism published between 2014 and 2024. …”
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Brainwide Analysis of Functional Connectivity Patterns in Specific Phobia and Its Treatment by Markus Muehlhan, Judith Schäfer, Kevin Hilbert, Esther Seidl, Katja Beesdo-Baum

“…Stronger connectivity in the pretreatment compared with the posttreatment condition was evident in visual regions, while anticorrelations with the frontoparietal network were reduced. …”
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A data-driven analysis of emergency first responder education on substance use and stress management across demographic and professional backgrounds by Francine R. Vega, Audrey Lopez, Vicky Beakley, A. Sarah Cohen, Tiffany Champagne-Langabeer

“…Differences in age and years of experience by course were assessed using the Chi-Squared Test and Cramér’s V. Informative visualizations were created using Python and Tableau. …”
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Activation of different growth factor systems in tissues of adenocarcinoma and signet-ring cell carcinoma of the stomach by O. I. Kit, E. M. Frantsiyants, I. A. Goroshinskaya, E. I. Surikova, V. A. Bandovkina, Yu. A. Pogorelova, L. A. Nemashkalova, D. E. Medvedeva, E. V. Shalashnaja, A. A. Maslov, Yu. S. Sidorenko

“…The purpose of the study was to find the difference between local levels of VEGF, EGF, IGFI and IG- FII in tumor and intact tissues in adenocarcinoma of the stomach (AC) and signet-ring cell carcinoma of the stomach (SRCC).Materials and methods. Levels of VEGF, EGF, EGFR, IGF-I and IGFII were determined by ELISA in tumor and intact gastric tissues of 15 AC patients and 10 SRCC patients (T2-3N0-2M0, G2-3), mean age 62.8±2.38 years.Results. …”
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A High-Precision Defect Detection Approach Based on BiFDRep-YOLOv8n for Small Target Defects in Photovoltaic Modules by Yi Lu, Chunsong Du, Xu Li, Shaowei Liang, Qian Zhang, Zhenghui Zhao

“…The existing EL detection methods in PV plants face challenges including grain boundary interference, probe band artifacts, non-uniform luminescence, and complex backgrounds, which elevate the risk of missing small defects. …”
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A prospective comparative randomized trial of the efficacy and safety of topical tenoxicam and diclofenac in knee osteoarthritis by N. G. Kashevarova, E. A. Taskina, E. A. Strebkova, E. P. Sharapova, N. M. Savushkina, T. A. Korotkova, L. I. Alekseeva, A. M. Lila

“…During therapy, we assessed pain using a visual analog scale, the WOMAC index, quality of life using the EQ-5D questionnaire, satisfaction with therapy, and time to effect.Results and discussion. …”
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Changes in Voice Quality after a Pure Tone Stimulation (PTS) Program by Lady Catherine Cantor-Cutiva, Pasquale Bottalico, Juliana Codino, Eric J. Hunter, Adam D. Rubin, Maria Cristina Jackson-Menaldi

“…This study aimed to characterize detectable changes in voice production following the application of pure tone stimulation (PTS) among speakers with and without voice disorders. Methods. Data from thirty-nine participants (28 individuals with voice disorders and 11 individuals with normal voices) were analyzed for this study. …”
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Personal Health Record Software for Neuroendocrine Tumors: Patient-Centered Design Approach by Juan Pablo Hourcade, Michael O'Rorke, Elizabeth Chrischilles, Nicholas J Rudzianski, Brian Gryzlak, Kerry Peterman, Chris Ortman, Sam Wolstencroft, Margaret Bean, Elyse Gellerman, Josh A Mailman, Maryann Wahmann

“…Patients valued the ability to visualize personal health trends and patterns over time, enhancing both self-management and communication with medical teams. …”
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Rice Variety Identification Based on Transfer Learning Architecture Using DENS-INCEP by Wahyudi Agustiono, Kurniawan Eka Permana, Caroline Chan, Deshinta Arrova Dewi, Moch. Miftachur Rifqi Al Husain

“…However, traditional manual methods of identification, relying on visual characteristics, are prone to human error, resulting in variety mixing, reduced quality, and higher costs. …”
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A three-step approach versus the inverted internal limiting membrane flap technique in large full thickness macular hole surgery: a comparative study by Dongwei Lai, Siao Tang, Chufeng Gu, Chunren Meng, Chunyang Cai, Shuai He, Qinghua Qiu

“…The main outcomes of MH closure rates and the best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) at 1-, 3-, and 6-month follow-up were compared between the two groups. …”
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Vision Transformer Embedded Feature Fusion Model with Pre-Trained Transformers for Keratoconus Disease Classification by Md Fatin Ishrak, Md Maruf Rahman, Md Imran Kabir Joy, Anna Tamuly, Salma Akter, Dewan M. Tanim, Shahajada Jawar, Nayeem Ahmed, Md Sadekur Rahman

“…Keratoconus is a progressive eye disorder that, if undetected, can lead to severe visual impairment or blindness, necessitating early and accurate diagnosis. …”
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Differences in uni-dimensional breathlessness measures and thresholds for clinical response in a randomised controlled trial in people with chronic breathlessness: an exploratory s... by David Currow, Magnus Ekström, Miriam Johnson, Sandra Louw, Philip McCloud, Katherine Clark, Diana Ferreira

“…The aim of this study was to consider the performance of uni-dimensional measures in chronic breathlessness limiting exertion.Methods We report five measures of breathlessness (intensity: worst, best and average in the previous 24 hours; breathlessness now; and an affective component unpleasantness now) and two clinical thresholds over baseline on their 0–100 mm visual analogue scale (8.9 mm absolute improvement; and 15% relative improvement) collected in a multi-site, randomised, double-blind, parallel-arm, placebo-controlled trial of regular, low-dose, sustained-release morphine for people with chronic breathlessness with optimally treated underlying causes.Results Participants (n=284) were mostly elderly men with severe, chronic breathlessness. …”
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