Antiphospholipid antibody and risk of retinal vein occlusion: a systematic review and meta-analysis. by Wei Zhu, Yan Wu, Ming Xu, Jin-Yu Wang, Yi-Fang Meng, Zheng Gu, Jiong Lu

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A systematic literature search of Pubmed and Embase databases was conducted in August 1st, 2014. …”
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Recursive Objective Space Exploration (ROSE): A computationally efficient deterministic approach for bi-objective optimization. by Ihab Hashem, Viviane De Buck, Seppe Seghers, Jan Van Impe

“…Existing deterministic methods for solving Multi-Objective Optimization Problems (MOOPs) include scalarization techniques, which transform the problem into a set of Single-Objective Optimization Problems (SOOPs) where each of them is to be solved independently to obtain a point on the Pareto front. …”
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Transcranial Doppler Ultrasonography of the Basilar Artery in Cerebral Small Vessel Disease by M. Vikarenko

“…The method demonstrated 76.9% sensitivity and 81.3% specificity for detecting indirect signs of CSVD. …”
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Relationship among Corneal Biomechanics, Anterior Segment Parameters, and Geometric Corneal Parameters by Sadık Görkem Çevik, Sertaç Argun Kıvanç, Berna Akova-Budak, Mediha Tok-Çevik

“…To investigate the relationship between corneal biomechanical parameters, anterior segment parameters, and geometric corneal parameters in a healthy Caucasian group. Methods. This retrospective study included the healthy eyes with best corrected visual acuity of at least 20/40 of 122 Caucasian subjects. …”
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Tightly Coupled SLAM Algorithm Based on Similarity Detection Using LiDAR-IMU Sensor Fusion for Autonomous Navigation by Jiahui Zheng, Yi Wang, Yadong Men

“…SLAM algorithms are primarily categorized into visual SLAM and laser SLAM, based on the type of external sensors employed. …”
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Comparison of intra articular autologous platelet-rich plasma with steroids in osteoarthritis knee: Experience from a North Indian tertiary care center by M N Arjun, Vivek Vasdev, Kunal Kishore, Arun Hegde, Krishnan Shanmuganandan, Abhishek Kumar, Uday Bhanu Kovilapu, Roopa Shivashankar

“…The primary endpoint was an improvement in Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Index (WOMAC) and 100 mm Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain at 24 weeks postinjections. …”
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Plasma tPA-Activity and Progression of Cerebral White Matter Hyperintensities in Lacunar Stroke Patients. by Ellen C van Overbeek, Julie Staals, Iris L H Knottnerus, Hugo ten Cate, Robert J van Oostenbrugge

“…We assessed WMH progression by a visual WMH change scale. We determined the relationship between levels of tPA-activity and PAI-1 and WMH progression, by logistic regression analysis.…”
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Stroboscopy evaluation of vocal folds lesions with pre and post phono surgery by Ahmed Mohamed Eldemerdash, Essam Abd Elwanees Behiery, Asmaa El-Dessouky Rashad, Mohamed Elshahat Abdoh Elghazali, Ashraf Ali Eldemerdash

“…Abstract Background Video laryngostroboscopy (VLS) is the most used method to visualize vocal fold vibration and mucosal wave assessment. …”
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Value of contrast-enhanced ultrasound assisted core needle biopsy in the diagnosis of cervical lymph node tuberculosis by Jun Li, Dan Li, Wenzhi Zhang

“…All patients were divided into two groups according to the historical control method. The CEUS group (2017–2025) underwent CEUS- CNB (485 cases), whereas the US group (2010–2018) underwent US-guided CNB (245 cases). …”
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Sleep Promotion Program for Improving Sleep Behaviors in Adolescents: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study by Bindu John, Sumanth Shetty Bellipady, Shrinivasa Undaru Bhat

“…The purpose of this pilot trial was to determine the efficacy of sleep promotion program to adapt it for the use of adolescents studying in various schools of Mangalore, India, and evaluate the feasibility issues before conducting a randomized controlled trial in a larger sample of adolescents. Methods. A randomized controlled trial design with stratified random sampling method was used. …”
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Is Conventional Knee Radiograph Reliable Enough to Assess the Anatomical Knee Alignment and Total Knee Prosthesis Position in Indian Population? by Suryamanikanta Balabadra

“…Studies have reported that bowing of the femoral shaft in the coronal plane is prevalent in Asian population, which is not fully visualized on a conventional knee radiograph (CKR) and may affect the assessment of coronal alignment. …”
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Effect of low-intensity pulsed ultrasound on the duration of mandibular anterior crowding correction and pain perception in adults undergoing orthodontic treatment: a single-blinde... by Saavi SOROUT, Poornima JNANESHWAR, Ravi KANNAN

“…ABSTRACT Objectives: This single-blinded randomized control trial aimed to assess the effect of Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound (LIPUS) on the duration of alignment and leveling stage, and to assess patients’ pain and discomfort following the procedure. Material and methods: 30 participants (18-35 years) were recruited, of whom 22 were selected with Little’s Irregularity Index of 1-6mm following a non-extraction protocol, and were randomly allocated into two groups using a lottery method. …”
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The Effect of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome on DOMS and Recovery Time by Nicole F Ostuni, Charles A Marinello, Taras Luzhnyy, Alexa Pawlikowski, Connor Vlasaty, Georgios Thomatos, Peter C Douris

“…Visual analog pain scale (VAS), McGill pain scale, resting arm angle, girth, and the pressure pain threshold, all domains of DOMS, were measured over a five-day period. …”
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Time-Series Image-Based Automated Monitoring Framework for Visible Facilities: Focusing on Installation and Retention Period by Seonjun Yoon, Hyunsoo Kim

“…This study validates the effectiveness of integrating visual and textual data sources in dynamic construction environments. …”
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Study of tomato growers' cultural practices and risks associated with the unreasoned use of chemical inputs in the Adamawa Region, Cameroon by Ramsès Tsala, Zacharie Bounyahré Mounkéné, Gaston Dimitri Amia, Maïmouna Abba, Lucien Tatchum Tchuenteu, Clautilde Megueni

“…The snowball sampling method, together with visual diagnostics, enabled information to be collected from 180 tomato growers in the said locality. …”
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Critical Reflections on Cinema Belgica: The Database for New Cinema History in Belgium by Vincent Ducatteeuw, Daniel Biltereyst, Philippe Meers, Christophe Verbruggen, Dries Moreels, Julia Noordegraaf, Sally Chambers, Pieterjan De Potter, Tamar Cachet, Nicolas Franck, Florian Deroo

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Comparison of three loading doses of bevacizumab and ranibizumab for macular edema due to branch retinal vein occlusion by Sibel Coşkun Akdemir, Nurdan Gamze Taşlı

“…Mean change in best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), central macular thickness (CMT) and the number of injections were evaluated. …”
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Holistic Analysis of Differentiated Learning in Pancasila Education at Sekolah Penggerak in Padang City by Fadlihi Asmi, Maria Montessori, Al Rafni, Fatmariza Fatmariza

“…Teachers have applied various teaching methods, but the student worksheets (LKPD) remain uniform. …”
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Our experiences of laparoscopy in the non-palpable testes by Osman Hakan Kocaman, Tansel Günendi

“…Aim: To demonstrate the superiority of laparoscopic undescended testicular surgery for non-palpable testicles in children in diagnosis and treatment.Methods: The files of patients between the age of 6 months and 18 years who underwent laparoscopic undescended testis investigation due to non-palpable testis in our clinic, between January 2010 and September 2021, were reviewed retrospectively. …”
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A Study on Eye Donation Awareness Among Medical and Engineering Students in Puducherry by Muthukrishnan Vallinayagam, Pranav S. Kumar, Jayalatha Krishnamoorthy, Rajkumar Arumugam

“…Background:- It is observed that 12% of the worldʼs blind population is affected by corneal blindness, a visual impairment that is amenable to treatment. The alarming figures rise every year, keeping India in the lead. …”
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