Mapping Crop Types and Cropping Patterns Using Multiple-Source Satellite Datasets in Subtropical Hilly and Mountainous Region of China by Yaoliang Chen, Zhiying Xu, Hongfeng Xu, Zhihong Xu, Dacheng Wang, Xiaojian Yan

“…Multi-scale segmentation methods were applied to improve the boundaries of the classified results. …”
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Revision of Recurrent Hallux Valgus Deformity Using a Percutaneous Distal Transverse Osteotomy: Surgical Considerations and Mean 3.6 Year Results by Thomas L. Lewis BSc (Hons) MBChB (Hons) FRCS (Tr&Orth) MFSTEd, Robbie Ray MBChB, ChM(T&O), FRCSed(Tr&Orth) FEBOT, Evelyn Murphy MBBCh BAO MCh FRCS (Tr & Orth), Min Jia Chua MB BS FRCSEd, Clare Watt BNurs, Peter Lam MBBS (Hons), FRACS, FAOA

“…Demographic information, hallux valgus angle, 1-2 intermetatarsal angle, Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire (MOXFQ;validated for hallux valgus surgery), visual analog scale (VAS), and EQ-5D-5L scores were collected. …”
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Mobile health technologies supporting colonoscopy preparation: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. by Maria El Bizri, Mariam El Sheikh, Ga Eun Lee, Maida J Sewitch

“…All trials were at high risk of bias for lack of participant blinding. Visual inspection of a funnel plot revealed publication bias.…”
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Prevalence of Calf Mortality in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Ephrem Tora, Mesfin Shrube, Tamirat Kaba, Wasihun Seyoum

“…There was also an indication of missing studies that could be incorporated by Duval and Tweedie’s trim and fill method where they might fall on a funnel plot and visualize them in an attempt to increase the plot’s symmetry. …”
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The Association of Retinal Disease with Vision Impairment and Functional Status in Medicare Patients by Vincent Garmo, Xiaohui Zhao, Carmen D. Ng, Aimee Near, Tania Banerji, Keiko Wada, Gary Oderda, Diana Brixner, Joseph Biskupiak, Ferhina S. Ali, Archad M. Khanani, Alicia Menezes, Ibrahim M. Abbass

“… # Discussion Patients with nAMD or DME were more likely to report severe visual impairment than those without VTRDs, although only those with nAMD were more likely to be diagnosed with vision loss…”
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Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation in the surgical treatment of monosegmental pyogenic spondylodiscitis by Zhen-Zhong Chen, Ke-Jun Zhu, Bin Pan, Chao Lou, Wei-Yang Yu, Deng-Wei He

“…Clinical outcomes were assessed using physical examinations, serological tests, Visual Analog Scale (VAS) scores, Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) scores, and imaging assessments. …”
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Safety and Efficacy of Mirogabalin in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Patients with Peripheral Neuropathic Pain on NSAIDs: Post Hoc Analysis of the MiroTAS Study by Takuya Nikaido, Shunsuke Tabata, Kazuhito Shiosakai, Taichi Nakatani, Hiroshi Sakoda

“…Abstract Introduction The primary analysis of the MiroTAS study in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs showed that mirogabalin add-on therapy further improved pain and quality of life (QOL) without new safety concerns. Methods This post hoc analysis of the MiroTAS study examined the timing of onset of mirogabalin-related adverse drug reactions (mrADRs) (composite of somnolence, dizziness, edema, and peripheral edema), factors affecting safety and efficacy, and the relationships between baseline numbness severity (by spine painDETECT questionnaire [SPDQ] score), EQ-5D-5L scores, leg pain improvement (by visual analogue scale [VAS]), and patient satisfaction (by Patient Global Impression of Change [PGIC] scores). …”
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589 Who you gonna call? The Data Group: Creating a team and process for responding to evolving data needs of a limited health benefits program by Danielle Stollar, Albeliz Santiago-Colón, Kendra Smith, Nicholas Chovancek, Ruiling Liu, Kevin Pressley, Rachael Shaw

“…Over time, the Group’s role expanded to include comprehensive data leadership and providing data-based support for decision-making. Methods/Study Population: The Program provides medical monitoring and treatment for WTC-related conditions to those directly affected by the 9/11 attacks. …”
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The effect of protein intake levels on early postoperative outcomes following impacted mandibular third molar removal: a pilot study by Canseda Avağ, Merve Safa Avağ, Özgür Sakarya, Attila Vural

“…Trismus was assessed by measuring maximum interincisal opening, swelling through linear facial measurements, and pain using a visual analog scale (VAS). Results Twenty-five patients (16 females, 9 males) aged 19–33 years (mean 23.3 ± 2.88) were analyzed. …”
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Effects of hormone replacement therapy on lens opacity, serum inflammatory cytokines, and antioxidant levels by Donghyun Jee, Sang Hee Park, Ho Sik Hwang, Hyun Seung Kim, Man Soo Kim, Eun Chul Kim

“…Purpose To evaluate the effect of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on lens opacity as measured by Scheimpflug densitometry, serum inflammatory cytokines, and antioxidant levels.Methods A total of 264 women who were at least five years beyond menopause were included. …”
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Antimycobacterial activity of the plectasin derivative NZ2114 by Camilla Davids, Komal Rao-Fransson, Nitya Krishnan, Erik Tenland, Erik Tenland, Matthias Mörgelin, Brian Robertson, Gabriela Godaly

“…In this study, we investigated another plectasin variant, NZ2114, known for its effectiveness against Gram-positive bacteria, as a potential antimycobacterial peptide both in vitro and in vivo.MethodsThe resazurin microtiter assay (REMA) was used to determine MIC; a time-kill assay was performed to evaluate long-term effects; scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was employed to visualize peptide impact; a checkerboard assay assessed drug compatibility; MTT and WST-8 assays were used to estimate peptide toxicity; intracellular killing was evaluated using primary macrophages; peptide stability was assessed in human serum; and a murine tuberculosis (TB) infection model was used to verify the peptide’s efficacy.ResultsNZ2114 effectively killed mycobacteria at a minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC99) of 6.1 µM, was non-toxic to primary human cells, and remained resistant to serum degradation while preserving its antimycobacterial capacity. …”
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Implementation of RT-RAA and CRISPR/Cas13a for an NiV Point-of-Care Test: A Promising Tool for Disease Control by Jingqi Yin, Jin Cui, Hui Zheng, Tingting Guo, Rong Wei, Zhou Sha, Shaopeng Gu, Bo Ni

“…Compared with conventional detection methods, this RT-RAA-CRISPR/Cas13a-based method is rapid and simple and does not require scientific instruments. …”
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HIGH TIBIAL OSTEOTOMY IN THE TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH STAGE II–III OF KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS. IMMEDIATE RESULTS AND FACTORS INFLUENCING THE OUTCOME by V. E. Byalik, S. A. Makarov, L. I. Alekseeva, E. I. Byalik, S. V. Arkhipov, S. I. Glukhova

“…Objective: to investigate the efficiency of HTO for stage II–III knee OA and the impact of age, body mass index (BMI), and correction angle on the immediate result of surgery. Subjects and methods. Thirty-five HTOs were carried out in 32 patients in 2003 to 2016. …”
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A Regression Analysis Study on the Presence of Pain in Specific Body Regions Based on Smartphone Usage Posture, Smartphone Addiction, Smartphone Usage Patterns by YiXin Wang, Ye-Jin Kim, Kyeong-Ah Moon, Hye-Seon Jeon

“…This study aimed to comprehensively elucidate the factors contributing to the pain associated with smartphone use. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 316 participants aged 20–59 years. …”

Knowledge level of diagnostic procedures and risk factors for oral cancer among oral healthcare providers in Germany by Rieke Scharbrodt, Sarah Habig, Michael Kalab, Eva Baumann, Lisa Felgendreff, Astrid Dempfle, Katrin Hertrampf

“…The majority of cases are diagnosed at a late stage, even though oral cancer can be detected early by routine visual and tactile examination. Dental healthcare providers thus play a vital role in its early detection. …”
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Preoperative inflammatory markers in pediatric appendicitis: associations with disease severity, postoperative recovery, pain, and surgical outcomes by Xi Li, Shungang Gong, Yuan Ding, Yijia Chen, Zhengbo Yu

“…Postoperative outcomes included time to ambulation, bowel sound recovery, first defecation, hospital stay duration, 12-hour Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain scores, and complication rates. …”
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Analysis of risk factors and construction of nomogram model for arthroscopic single-row rivet repair by Hao Fan, YuLong Ouyang, ShuiLin Chen, DeFei Zhao, GuiCai Sun

“…The differences of preoperative and postoperative Visual Analogue Score (VAS) scores and University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) scores were analyzed and compared. …”
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CGF with Bio-Oss collagen as grafting materials for simultaneous implant placement after osteotome sinus floor elevation: a prospective study by Bashar Shahood, Seba Harphoush, Belal O. M. Muhaisen, Jing Qiu

“…The purpose of this study was to radiologically evaluate the efficacy of using Bio-Oss Collagen with Concentrated Growth Factor (CGF) as grafting materials for OSFE with simultaneous implant placement in the atrophic maxilla after one year of functional loading. Methods A total of 126 implants were placed for 123 patients. …”
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The Association of Myopia Progression with Changes in Retinal Thickness among Primary School Students with Myopia by Jing Shang Zhang, Jing Li, Jin Da Wang, Ying Xiong, Kai Cao, Meng Li, Kai Jie Wang, Ying Yan Mao, Jian Ying Liu, Xiu-Hua Wan

“…To observe the relationship between myopia progression and changes in retinal thickness during one year of follow-up among primary school children. Methods. The study included 1161 eyes of 708 myopic children, with 616 (53.06%) right eyes and 545 (46.94%) left eyes. …”
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A randomized controlled interventional study for analgesic effects of intrathecal versus intravenous dexmedetomidine on subarachnoid anesthesia with hyperbaric bupivacaine by Manu Dadhwal, Anupama Gupta, Ajay Kurian

“…The duration of sensory and motor block was prolonged in groups B and C. The Visual analog scale scores were comparatively higher in group A than in groups B and C. …”
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