Nomogram prediction model for length of hospital stay following laparoscopic appendectomy in pediatric patients: a retrospective study by Ming Liu, Ping Yang, Yunpeng Gou, Qiang Chen, Dong Xu

“…The primary outcome measure in this study was hospital length of stay (LOS), with prolonged LOS defined as admission for a duration equal to or exceeding the 75th percentile of LOS, including the discharge day. …”
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Public Goals and Government Expenditures: Are the Solutions of the “Modern Monetary Theory” Realistic? by I. M. Stepnov, Ju. A. Kovalchuk, M. V. Мelnik, T. Petrovic

“…It is concluded that all-round criticism and all-round approval are equally unacceptable in relation to the new theory from the standpoint of practical state regulation. …”
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Spectrophotometric Determination of Micro Amount of Chromium (III) Using Sodium 4-((4,5-diphenyl-imidazol-2-yl)diazenyl)-3-hydroxynaphthalene-1-sulfonate in the Presence of Surfact... by Hawraa Abdul Hadi Abdul Ameer, Alaa Frak Hussain

“…(mole ratio technique, job's method) were employed to investigate the stoichiometry of complexes, and both methods revealed that the metal to reagent ratio is equal 1:3.The absorption impact value of the reagent concentration, surfactant concentration, pH, reaction duration, temperature, addition sequences, ionic strength, masking agent, and the influence of many parameters such as affect cations and anions, among others. …”
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Comparative Study of Implant Placement Techniques and Their Effect on Long-Term Success of Implant-Supported Restorations by Priya Nagar, Zakir Husain, Utkarsh Gupta, Malav Sheth, Rahul Mishra, HL Muthuraj

“…Background: The long-term success of implant-supported restorations is influenced by various implant placement techniques. Materials and Methods: This randomized controlled trial involved 120 patients requiring dental implants, divided into three equal groups based on the implant placement technique: Group A (conventional submerged), Group B (one-stage non-submerged), and Group C (guided surgery). …”
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Comparison of the effects of eight weeks of resistance training and ginseng supplementation on growth hormone and insulin resistance in Syrian male mice under lower extremity suspe... by Zahra Goli, khosro Jalali Dehkordi, Gholamreza Sharifi

“…Therefore, The purpose of the present study was to compare the effects of eight weeks of resistance exercise, consumption of ginseng supplementation on growth hormone and insulin resistance in Syrian mice with lower limb suspension. Materials and methods: In this study, 50 male mice were devided into five equal groups including suspension control, suspension+resistance exercise, suspension+ginseng extract, suspension+resistance exercise+ginseng extract, and control (normal conditions). …”
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Anxious Depression in Major Depressive Disorder: Key Influences and Prevalence in Chinese Hospitalized Patients by Zhu Y, Yin W, Ma J, Zhang L

“…Our study aimed to determine the frequency of AUD in Chinese patients with MDD during their first hospitalization and to identify factors that may influence the emergence and intensity of these AUD.Methods: This study enrolled 981 Chinese MDD patients on their inaugural hospital admission. …”
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The effect of a moderate-intensity interval training on the plasma levels of LDL receptor-related protein-1 (LRP1) and cerebral and plasma levels of amyloid beta in induced Alzheim... by Mostafa Zarin Afzal, Yaser Kazemzadeh, Saeed Sedaghati, Sanaz Mirzayan, Abdolali Banaeifar

“…The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of moderate-intensity interval training the plasma levels of LDL receptor-related protein-1 (LRP1) and cerebral and plasma levels of amyloid beta in induced Alzheimer's rats. Materials and methods: For this purpose, 30 eight-week-old Wistar rats with an average weight of 191±10 g were randomly divided into three equal groups: Aβ+exercise, Aβ, and the control group. …”
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Integrated action mechanism of women's participation in rural residential environment governance: Embedded dual case analysis based on Sanmen County, Zhejiang Province by QIN Xiaomin, SU Hao

“…It systematically addresses the dual dilemmas of fragmented resources and passive community engagement, fostering a reciprocal relationship between environmental improvement and gender equality. This study contributes both theoretical and practical insights toward a sustainable model for rural residential environmental governance.…”
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The One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Is a Suitable Alternative to Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass in Patients with Body Mass Index ≥50 kg/m2: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis by Lindsy van der Laan, Dionne Sizoo, Loek J.M. de Heide, André P. van Beek, Marloes Emous

“…Both procedures resulted in equal weight loss, remission of comorbidities, and short-term complications. …”
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Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes for Egyptian Primigravida Women after Antenatal Dental Health Education Program by Azza Ibrahim Abd El-Kader, Sabah Abduo Aly Hagrass, Mai Atef Hassan

“…The sample size was two equal groups and divided into two groups (case and control). …”
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Comparing the Effectiveness of Emotion-Oriented Therapy and Schema Therapy on Sexual Schemas, Fear of Intimacy and Self-Confidence in Prostitutes by Mitra Takhttavani, Felour Khayatan, Hamid Atashpor

“…Objective: The present study was conducted with the aim of comparing the effectiveness of emotional therapy and schema therapy on sexual schemas, fear of intimacy and self-confidence in prostitutes. Methods: The method of the current research was semi-experimental and applied, with a pre-test and post-test design with a control group and a three-month follow-up phase. …”
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Comparative evaluation of bonding failure rate with two light cure orthodontic adhesives: a cross-arch split-mouth prospective study by Dhruv JAIN, Sukhbir Singh CHOPRA, Vivek Kumar THAKUR, Surendra Kumar SEWDA

“…A total of 720 brackets were bonded equally using Transbond™ XT and U-Bond™ adhesive, which were analyzed for bracket failure rate, using the Chi-square test or Fischer test, and mean bracket survival time using Kaplan-Meier analysis. …”
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Meta-analysis of the efficacy and safety of tripterygium glycosides versus RAAS blockers in the treatment of diabetic kidney disease by ZHU Guo-shuang, WANG Lan, LONG Qing-hua, JIN Shan-shan, SUN Long, LI ying-xia, DENG dan-fang, LIN La-mei, WANG xiao-qin

“…Objective To evaluate the efficiency and safety of tripterygium glycosides(TG) in the treatment of diabetic kidney disease compared with RAAS blockers. Methods Meta-analysis of retrieved results and data was performed through CNKI, CBM, VIP, Wanfang data, Embase, Pubmed, and Cochrane Library databases. …”
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Use of art as therapeutic intervention for enhancement of hand function in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A pilot study by Sayali Khedekar, Apurv P Shimpi, Ashok Shyam, Parag Sancheti

“…Conclusion: Art is an equally effective therapeutic intervention to conventional therapy for the enhancement of hand functions, self-perception, and quality of life in patients with RA.…”
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The Utility of Capsule Endoscopy in Patients under 50 Years of Age with Recurrent Iron Deficiency Anaemia: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? by Prabhjot Singh Sidhu, Mark E. McAlindon, Kaye Drew, Reena Sidhu

“…We aim to assess its utility in this cohort. Methods. All patients referred for CE for recurrent IDA were included retrospectively. …”
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Detection, Chemical Analysis and Pharmacological Characterization of Dipyanone and other New Synthetic Opioids Related to Prescription Drugs by M.M. Vandeputte, S.E. Walton, S.A. Shuda, A.J. Krotulski, C.P. Stove

“…Results: Dipyanone (EC50=39.9 nM; Emax=155% vs. hydromorphone) is about equally active as methadone (EC50=50.3 nM; Emax=152%), whereas desmethylmoramide (EC50=1335 nM; Emax=126%) is considerably less active. …”
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Effect of focused ultrasound cavitation augmented with aerobic exercise on abdominal and intrahepatic fat in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A randomized controlle... by Mona Mohamed Taha, Yasser M Aneis, Heba Mohamed Mohamady, Alrasheedy S A, Shereen Hamed Elsayed

“…<h4>Objectives</h4>The study aimed to examine the effect of focused ultrasound cavitation augmented with aerobic exercise on localized abdominal and intrahepatic fat in fatty liver patients.<h4>Methods</h4>34 fatty liver patients aged 30-45 with a body mass index (BMI) of 30-40 kg/m2 were randomly assigned into two equally numbered groups. …”
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The Treatment and Evaluation of Dandruff and Scalp Erythema with Fermented Salix purpurea Bark Extract by Kalinowska O, Maślana J, Gilreath A

“…Testing Laboratory, Gdynia, Poland; 2Actera Ingredients Inc, Newtown, PA, USA&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Andrea Gilreath, Actera Ingredients Inc, 66 Walker Ln, Newtown, PA, 18940, USA, Email agilreath@acteraingredients.comPurpose: The aim of this study was to gain knowledge of scalp and hair tolerance and efficacy of two investigational shampoo formulations with different concentrations of fermented Salix purpurea (purple willow) bark extract tested on dandruff sufferers.Methods: This non-invasive study included a trichologist assessment of tolerance, clinical evaluation of efficacy, and photo documentation by macrophotography with Aramo ASW 300F. …”
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A Cross-Sectional Study on Status of Contralateral Ear in Cases of Unilateral Chronic Otitis Media Mucosal Type of Disease by Sameera Buruhanudeen, Valli Rajasekaran, Manoj Pandian

“…Males and females were almost equally involved. Middle ear pressure changes were seen in eight (17.8%) of patients. …”
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Efficacy of Aloe Vera-Loading Chitosan Nanoparticles and Submucosa on Nerve Regeneration by Hussein H. Nahi, Omar A. Bader, Farah N. Abbas, Moshtak A. Wtwt

“…They were randomly divided into four equal groups. The rabbits were anesthetized with Ketamine and Xylazine and administered intramuscularly. …”
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