Development of a nomogram for predicting pancreatic portal hypertension in patients with acute pancreatitis: a retrospective study by Yong Lv, Hui Luo, Yingjie Zhang, Xiangping Wang, Yanglin Pan, Yunling Li, Qiaoyu Su, Xianchen Zhan, Linhui Zhang, Xiaoyu Kang, Shuhui Liang, Gui Ren

“…The risk factors associated with PPH, as well as the overall prognosis, warrant further investigation. This study aims to develop and validate a nomogram to predict PPH in patients with AP.Methods Consecutive patients with AP from 2015 to 2023 were retrospectively included in the study. …”
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Economic Evaluation of a Novel Lung Cancer Diagnostic in a Population of Patients with a Positive Low-Dose Computed Tomography Result by Michael J. Morris, Sheila A. Habib, Maggie L. Do Valle, John E. Schneider

“…Although advances in diagnostic technologies have significantly enhanced the ability to identify lung cancer in earlier stages, there are still limitations. …”
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Performance of RIS-Secured Short-Packet NOMA Systems With Discrete Phase-Shifter to Protect Digital Content and Copyright Against Untrusted User by Nguyen Quang Sang, Hye-Young Kim, Tan N. Nguyen, Minh Bui Vu, Phuong T. Tran, Tran Trung Duy, Byung-Seo Kim, Miroslav Voznak

“…Meanwhile, to meet high spectrum utilization, Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) has emerged as a potential technology in the last decade, for its ability to serve multi-user communication simultaneously by exploiting power-domain rather than time or frequency domains. …”
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Propiedades bioactivas y nutricionales del polen apícola de la provincia del Chubut, Argentina by P.V. ALOISI, S. RUPPEL

“…Los contenidos de polifenoles totales y flavonoides para las dos regiones melíferas oscilaron entre 50,5 mg y 163,9 mg de ácido gálico (GAE)/ g de polen seco y 10,3 mg y 65,6 mg de rutina (RE)/ g de polen seco. …”
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The Efficacy of the Mulligan Concept to Treat Meniscal Pathology: A Systematic Review by Nathan C. Reep, Sydney N. Leverett, Rebecca M. Heywood, Russell T. Baker, Darren L. Barnes, Scott W. Cheatham

“…# Background Meniscal pathologies are common knee injuries and arthroscopic surgery is the current accepted gold standard for treatment. However, there is evidence to support the use of the Mulligan Concept (MC) Mobilization with Movement (MWM) for meniscal pathologies including the 'Squeeze' technique, tibial internal rotation (IR), and tibial external rotation (ER)…”
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Technology Readiness Level and Self-Reported Health in Recipients of an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator: Cross-Sectional Study by Natasha Rosenmeier, David Busk, Camilla Dichman, Kim Mechta Nielsen, Lars Kayser, Mette Kirstine Wagner

“…There is a need to include elements such as emotional distress, social interactions, and the future use of technologies like apps and virtual communication in ICD rehabilitation, without increasing the burden on health care professionals. ObjectiveThis study aimed to demonstrate how data from the Readiness for Health Technology Index (READHY), combined with sociodemographic characteristics and exploratory interviews, can be used to construct profiles of recipients of an ICD, describing their ability to manage their condition, their need for support, and their digital health literacy. …”
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Microbiological And Physicochemical Analyses Of Oil Contaminated Soil From Major Motor Mechanic Workshops In Benin City Metropolis,Edo State, Nigeria by FO Ekhaise, J Nkwelle

“…The ability of microorganisms to utilize used oil in contaminated soil from some selected major mechanic workshops in Benin City metropolis as sole source of carbon and energy was studied. …”
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Management of extremity and pelvic fractures in earthquake: our observations and recommendations by Bugra Kundakci, Akif Mirioglu, Bugra Eraslan, Hakki Can Olke, Mustafa Tekin, Melih Bagir, Yusuf Kemal Arslan

“…Patients with fractures resulting from traffic accidents or other causes unrelated to earthquakes were excluded. …”
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A Framework for Analyzing Absorptive Capacity Using Social Network Analysis (Case Study: Sharif University Innovation Ecosystem) by Mahdi Mohammadi, Mahdi Elyasi, Azadeh Savehshemshaki

“…The primary variable is the measurement of knowledge flows within clusters, while the ability of units to utilize these knowledge flows is another crucial factor. …”
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Comparative analysis of chloroplast genomes reveals molecular evolution and phylogenetic relationships within the Papilionoideae of Fabaceae by Qian Qin, Yanjing Dong, Jialong Chen, Bo Wang, Yuxin Peng, XinPeng Zhang, Xiaoyun Wang, Jinxiang Zeng, Guoyue Zhong, Shouwen Zhang, Xiaolang Du

“…Purpose This study presents an in-depth analysis of the cpDNAs within the Pap., with the aim of unraveling the molecular evolution and phylogenetic interconnections among its species. …”
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The Managers' Perceptions of Telework Implementation Requirements in the Algerian Companies: A Post Covid-19 Assessment by Riad BENGHEBRID

Subjects: “…telework, telework requirements, covid-19, manager, Algerian company…”
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Liturgic calendars in the Vilnius University Library by Asta Krakytė

“…En 1955-1956, cette collection a été complétée par les livres reçus de la Bibliothèque de l'Université de Kaunas et encore une fois en 1973-1974 par les exemplaires provenant d'autres fonds de la Bibliothèque de l'Université de Vilnius. …”
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Gender and ethnoracial disparities in Veterans’ trauma exposure prevalence across differing life phases by Fernanda S. Rossi, Yael I. Nillni, Alexandria N. Miller, Annie B. Fox, Johanne Eliacin, Paula P. Schnurr, Christopher C. Duke, Jaimie L. Gradus, Tara E. Galovski

“…., sexual assault, physical assault, community violence, captivity, serious accident, witnessing violent death) at each wave of data collection using items from a modified Life Events Checklist. …”
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Investigating the Feasibility of Behavioral Nudges to Reduce the Phenomenon of Escape from Responsibility in Public Sector by Seyed Kamal Vaezi, Mahboubeh Hosseini

“…ObjectiveThe aim of this research is to investigate the potential of behavioral nudges to reduce the escape from responsibility in executive systems (public sector). …”
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Long-term effects of orthognathic surgery on masticatory function in individuals with cleft lip and palate: A prospective study by Patricia Martins Bueno, Paulo Alceu Kiemle Trindade, Laís Hollara Medeiros, Leide Vilma Fidélis da Silva, Ivy Kiemle Trindade-Suedam

“…Three variables were evaluated: 1) Bite Force (BF) (measured in Newtons – N) presented as the average of the bite force from the right and left molars (x‾ RM + LM), using a gnathodynamometer (IDDK Kratos), 2) Masticatory Efficiency (ME) (ranging from 0 to 1, with values closer to 1 indicating poorer efficiency), assessed through a dual-color masticatory gum test analyzed visually and optoelectronically (ViewGum©), and 3) Masticatory Capacity (MC): patient-reported ability to chew, rated on a two-point scale (P/R = poor to reasonable, G/O = good to optimal). …”
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Lumbopelvic Stability and Trunk Muscle Contractility of Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability by Ryan S McCann, Kelly Johnson, Ashley M B Suttmiller

“…. # Level of Evidence 3b…”
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La La place des femmes dans les modes de gestion des terres coutumières et communautaires au Cameroun by Natali Kossoumna Libaa, Saïdou Safiatou, Christiane Tobith

“…La méthodologie s’appuie d’abord sur les nombreux travaux scientifiques publiés ou non constitués d’ouvrages, d’articles, de communications, de mémoires, de thèses, de rapports d’études, de textes législatifs… Les zones de l’étude sont diversifiées et couvrent un échantillon représentatif de la situation foncière communautaire et collective au Cameroun dont le Centre, le Sud, le Littoral, l’Extrême-Nord, le Nord, le Nord-Ouest et l’Ouest. …”
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Heredabilidad, correlaciones genéticas, análisis de sendero e índices de selección en una población de girasol (Helianthus annuus) de la EEA INTA Pergamino by M. Dominguez, J. Gonzalez

“…El germoplasma estudiado proviene del cruzamiento del compuesto Bulk Vert, formado por la recombinación de líneas endocriadas de buen comportamiento frente a Verticillium dahliae, por el compuesto Bulk AO originado por la recombinación de líneas endocriadas de alto contenido de ácido oleico. …”
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Post-operative Rehabilitation for Scapular Muscle Reattachment: A Case Report by Wendy Burke, W Ben Kibler, Tim L Uhl

“…# Background and Purpose Scapular muscle detachment is a rare orthopedic problem that has been described in the literature in patients following traumatic events involving traction, direct trauma, or a motor vehicle accident. The purpose of this case report is to describe the post-operative rehabilitation following scapular muscle reattachment surgery. …”
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Lateral Decubitus 360° Capsular Release for Treatment of Recalcitrant End-Stage Adhesive Capsulitis by Juan Bernardo Villarreal-Espinosa MD, Rodrigo Saad Berreta BA, Richard Danilkowicz MD, Udit Dave BS, Melissa Carpenter BS, Jorge Chahla MD, PhD, Nikhil N. Verma MD

“…While traditionally performed in the beach-chair position, capsular release performed via a lateral decubitus approach may provide enhanced visualization and the ability to perform a 360° release without iatrogenic injury to the cartilage surfaces. …”
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