Functional and Structural Network Alterations in HIV-Associated Asymptomatic Neurocognitive Disorders: Evidence for Functional Disruptions Preceding Structural Changes by Zhou Z, Gong W, Hu H, Wang F, Li H, Xu F, Li H, Wang W

“…In contrast, functional networks exhibited significant reorganization in key regions, including the visual, executive control, and default mode networks. …”
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Efficacy and Safety of Ultrasound-Guided Pulsed Radiofrequency Therapy of Stellate Ganglion on Refractory Painful Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy by Wang J, Xu W, Wang Q, Yang P, Kan Y, Huang C, Lin F

“…The patients completed visual analog scale (VAS), simplified McGill pain questionnaire (SF-MPQ), Toronto clinical score system (TCSS), sleep duration at night (SDN), pain disability index (PDI), Karnofsky performance status (KPS), and depression screening scale (PHQ-9). …”
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Exploring Pain Empathy Among Doctors, Nurses and Patients: A Scoping Review by Zhou WQ, Gao YT, Zhang CR, Xing Y, Zhou LS, Luan W

“…Wan-Qiong Zhou,1,* Yi-Tian Gao,2,* Cheng-Rui Zhang,3 Ying Xing,3 Lan-Shu Zhou,2 Wei Luan1 1Department of Nursing, Shuguang Hospital Affiliated With Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China; 2College of Nursing, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China; 3College of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Wei Luan, Department of Nursing, Shuguang Hospital affiliated with Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 528 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 15921317982, Email luanwei_shuguang@126.com Lan-Shu Zhou, College of Nursing, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 13761801446, Email zhoulanshu@hotmail.comPurpose: This review aims to systematically assess the existing body of research on pain empathy among healthcare workers and patients, with the goal of enhancing both understanding and clinical application.Methods: Studies were retrieved from seven databases: PubMed, EBSCO, The Cochrane Library, Embase, CBM, CNKI, and Wanfang, with a search date limit from database inception to September 13, 2024. …”
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Novel Cross Screw with Staple for First MTP Joint Arthrodesis Compared to Dorsal Plate Fixation: Retrospective Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation by Stephen R. Arndt MD, Shirin Zahra BS, Mark Moldavsky MS

“…Dorsal plating (DP) group for 1st MTP joint was used for as control group. Methods: Pre-op and post-op Visual Analog Score (VAS) were assessed. …”
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Nasal Symptoms Among Allergic Rhinitis Patients Could Contribute to Sexual Dysfunction by Zhang H, Zhang H, Jin P, Yu K, Zi X, Liang X, Zhang H, Zhao L

“…This study aimed to explore the relationship between the severity of nasal symptoms and sexual function in AR patients.Methods:  A case-control study involving 1034 AR patients and 422 healthy controls was conducted. …”
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One- versus two-stage septic hip and knee revision surgery: a comparative cohort outcome study with short- to mid-term follow-up by M. M. J. Jacobs, P. J. C. Heesterbeek, K. Veerman, J. H. M. Goosen

“…</p> <p><strong>Materials and methods</strong>: We performed a retrospective cohort study, where equal numbers of one-stage and two-stage patients (knee: <span class="inline-formula"><i>n</i>=24</span>; hip: <span class="inline-formula"><i>n</i>=40</span>) were randomly included with the same inclusion and exclusion criteria. …”
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Comparison of Ultrasound-Guided Thoracic Paravertebral Block Versus Thoracic Paravertebral Block Combined With Serratus Anterior Plane Block or Erector Spinae Block Following Video... by Zheng MM, Xie J, Tan W, Yuan CW, Qi DY, Sun J

“…Meng-Meng Zheng,1,&ast; Jue Xie,1,&ast; Wei Tan,2 Cong-Wang Yuan,1 Dun-Yi Qi,3 Jie Sun1,&ast; 1Department of Anesthesiology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine, Southeast University, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Anesthesiology, Yancheng Third People’s Hospital, Yancheng, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Anesthesiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, People’s Republic of China&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Jie Sun, Department of Anesthesiology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210009, People’s Republic of China, Email dgsunjie@hotmail.comPurpose: Compared the efficacy of ultrasound-guided thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) and thoracic paravertebral combined with serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) or erector spinae block (ESPB) following video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy(VATL).Patients and Methods: This retrospective study analyzed the medical records of 295 patients who underwent VATL surgery between August 2021 and January 2023. …”
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The Effect of Laser Biostimulation at Sensitized Acupoints on Chronic Pelvic Pain and Quality of Life in Women with Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Marwa Esmael Hasanin, Sobhy Mahmoud Aly, Mona Mohamed Taha, Lama Saad El-Din Mahmoud, Monira I. Aldhahi

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of laser on sensitized acupoints on pelvic pain perception and quality of life in women with pelvic inflammatory disease. <i>Materials and Methods</i>: Thirty-six women with CPP caused by chronic pelvic inflammatory disease were randomly divided into two equal groups. …”
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Development and Validation of a Neonatal Hypothermia Prediction Model for In-Hospital Transport Using Machine Learning Algorithms: A Single-Center Retrospective Study by Zhang W, Gu X, Gu C, Yao L, Zhang Y, Wang K

“…Wenyan Zhang,1,&amp;ast; Xiaoying Gu,1,&amp;ast; Chunjie Gu,1 Lili Yao,1 You Zhang,2 Ke Wang1 1Department of Neonatology, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Shanghai Institute of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Gynecologic Oncology, Shanghai First Maternity and Infant Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People’s Republic of China; 2Information Center, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Maternal Fetal Medicine, Shanghai Institute of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Gynecologic Oncology, Shanghai First Maternity and Infant Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People’s Republic of China&amp;ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Ke Wang, Email wangkeyfy@126.com You Zhang, Email 122710487@qq.comObjective: This study aims to predict hypothermia during neonatal in-hospital transport using machine learning techniques, identify risk factors, rank their importance, and visualize the results, allowing healthcare providers to rapidly assess the probability of hypothermia risk during transport.Methods: Clinical data of 9,060 neonates transported within a tertiary maternity hospital in Shanghai between January 2023 and June 2024 were collected, including maternal and neonatal data. …”
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Efficacy of Asymmetric Myopic Peripheral Defocus Lenses in Spanish Children: 24-Month Randomized Clinical Trial Results by Clara Martinez-Perez, Miguel Ángel Sánchez-Tena, Jose Miguel Cleva, Cesar Villa-Collar, Marta Álvarez, Eva Chamorro, Cristina Alvarez-Peregrina

“…These results indicate that MPDL lenses are an effective method for slowing myopia progression.…”
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Cerebrospinal Fluid Leakage Combined with Blood Biomarkers Predicts Poor Wound Healing After Posterior Lumbar Spinal Fusion: A Machine Learning Analysis by Pang Z, Ou Y, Liang J, Huang S, Chen J, Huang S, Wei Q, Liu Y, Qin H, Chen Y

“…These predictors were used to develop a prediction model, visually represented through a nomogram. The AUC value in the test group was 0.981, and the C-index of the model was 0.986 (95% CI 0.966– 0.995), indicating excellent predictive capability. …”
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Efficacy Assessment and Prognostic Value of Inflammatory Markers in Patients with Stage IV Acral and Cutaneous Melanoma Receiving PD-1 Inhibitors by Zhang Y, Qu Z, Xuan H, Lu L, Ding C, He Z, Gu K, Zhang Y

“…Cox regression analysis based on P< 0.05 showed that M1c/M1d (P< 0.001), NLR (P=0.003), and PNI (P< 0.001) were significantly correlated with OS, and were visualized in a nomogram. C-index, t-ROC, area under the curve (AUC), and calibration curves revealed promising discrimination and accuracy of the nomogram. …”
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Comparison between ultrasound guided erector spinae plane block and paravertebral block on acute and chronic post mastectomy pain after modified radical mastectomy: randomized cont... by Samy Abdelrahman Amr, Ahmed Hassan Othman, Eman Hassan Ahmed, Romany Gergis Naeem, Shereen Mamdouh Kamal

“…Our goal was to evaluate, in contrast to control group, the effects of ESP & PVB on acute and chronic post-mastectomy pain. Methods One hundred and five female patients undergoing modified radical mastectomy participated in this study, randomly allocated into three equal groups: erector spinae plane block (ESP), thoracic paravertebral (TPV), and control groups. …”
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Long-term retinal microvascular alterations after endoscopic endonasal surgery in patients with sellar region tumors by Sebnem Kaya Ergen, Anil Ergen, Busra Gunduz, Ecem Cemre Ceylan, Sevgi Subasi, Melih Caklili, Burak Cabuk, Ihsan Anik, Savas Ceylan

“…Standard automated perimetry and OCT-A were performed preoperatively and at 3- and 12-month follow-ups. Visual field (VF) recovery was assessed using mean deviation (MD) values, and correlations between preoperative structural parameters and postoperative visual outcomes were analyzed. …”
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Intravitreal bevacizumab injection alone or combined with macular photocoagulation compared to macular photocoagulation as primary treatment of diabetic macular edema by Jovanović Sandra, Čanadanović Vladimir, Sabo Ana, Grgić Zorka, Mitrović Milena, Rakić Dušan

“…Methods. This prospective randomized clinical trial included 72 patients (120 treated eyes) with varying degrees of DR and DME. …”
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Toric Intraocular Lens Implantation in the Correction of Moderate-To-High Corneal Astigmatism in Cataract Patients: Clinical Efficacy and Safety by Xiaodi Qiu, Yumeng Shi, Xiaoyan Han, Zhixiang Hua, Yi Lu, Jin Yang

“…Phacoemulsification with toric IOL implantation was performed for all patients. The uncorrected visual acuity (UCVA) and best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) were recorded before and one year after surgery, and statistical analysis of preoperative corneal astigmatism, postoperative residual astigmatism, aberrations, IOL rotation, and related factors was performed to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and stability of toric IOLs in correcting moderate-to-high corneal astigmatism. …”
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Comparison of Directional and Diffused Lighting for Pixel-Level Segmentation of Concrete Cracks by Hamish Dow, Marcus Perry, Jack McAlorum, Sanjeetha Pennada

“…Visual inspections of concrete infrastructure in low-light environments require external lighting to ensure adequate visibility. …”
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Comparative evaluation of the effectiveness and safety of 12-hour and 21-hour protocols for the administration of acetylcysteine in paracetamol poisoning by A. Yu. Simonova, M. M. Potskhveriya, M. V. Belova, K. K. Ilyashenko, V. V. Kulabukhov, L. R. Asanova

“…The 12-hour and 21-hour protocols for intravenous administration of ACC in case of paracetamol poisoning are equally effective in preventing liver damage, as evidenced by the results of the study: in both groups, when the antidote was started early (in the first 8 hours), there was no increase in ALT levels. …”
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The reduction of the standard of census route length using double lamination of sample by V. M. Glushkov

“…Percentage of reduction of the route length standard in both areas is the same and equals to 45%.…”
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Praktik komunikasi ritual dalam budaya Merariq: studi kasus pada budaya pernikahan Suku Sasak Lombok by Rahmatullah Assyihabi, Awanis Akalili

“…This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection methods is interviews. The results of this study show: (1) Ritual communication in merariq culture undergoes a transformation that can be seen from the process or stages that are not carried out; (2) Interpersonal communication that takes place is not fully effective because aspects of effective communication such as openness, empathy, support, positive feelings, and equality are not fulfilled; (3) Lack of equality forms communication that tends to suppress women; (4) Mistakes in understanding the context of communication in merariq culture form a negative stigma for women Keywords : Gender Inequality, Merariq Culture, Interpersonal Communication, Ritual Communication…”
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