Efficacy and Safety of Single-Session Radiofrequency Ablation in Treating Benign Thyroid Nodules: A Short-Term Prospective Cohort Study by Van Bang Nguyen, Thi Xuan Nguyen, Van Vy Hau Nguyen, Hai Thuy Nguyen, Dinh Toan Nguyen, Chi Van Le

“…It can be used as an alternative treatment with encouraging results.…”
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Call to Action: Lead Pharmacy into the Next Decade by Kerry K Fierke, Gardner Lepp, Bridget McGugan, Marta Brooks

“…The Iip leadership section team investigated alternative ways to disseminate the results of research work that don't include a traditional written manuscript. …”
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Positive Pneumocystis jirovecii Sputum PCR Results with Negative Bronchoscopic PCR Results in Suspected Pneumocystis Pneumonia by Kelly Pennington, John Wilson, Andrew H. Limper, Patricio Escalante

“…Sputum P. jirovecii-PCR testing may be a viable alternative to invasive testing.…”
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Metformin versus insulin in glycemic control in pregnancy (MevIP): a randomized clinical trial protocol by Carolina Freitas Alves Amaral-Moreira, Daiane Sofia Morais Paulino, Belmiro G. Pereira, Patricia Moretti Rehder, Fernanda G. Surita

“…Discussion Considering the Brazilian socioeconomic reality and the safety of metformin demonstrated in previous trials, we expect that the MevIP study will demonstrate that metformin is an adequate and appropriate medication for GDM treatment in the Brazilian population, representing an alternative to insulin for GDM. Trial registration This protocol has been registered prospectively in ReBEC under the ID RBR-3j3cktx in August 11, 2023.…”
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Testing of artificial feed by using raw material from Euthynnus affinis waste flour for gourami (Osphronemus gourami) by Nazlia Suraiya, Ismarica Ismarica, Alfarizy Muhammad, Aufari Hatfan, Syauqi Muhammad, Purnama Febri Suri, Rezvani Aprita Ika, Muhardina Virna

“…Utilization of fish based-waste as feed is a very efficient alternative in reducing pollution and environmental damage, and meeting the nutritional needs of fish growth. …”
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Initial use of supplementary oxygen for trauma patients: a systematic review by Trine Grodum Eskesen, Josefine Stokholm Baekgaard, Jacob Steinmetz, Lars S Rasmussen

“…Another interventional trial, not strictly fulfilling the inclusion criteria, was presented for descriptive purposes. 21 trauma patients were alternately assigned to two types of mechanical ventilation (first 48 hours), both aiming at an FiO2 of 0.40, but resulted in estimated mean FiO2s of 0.45 (intervention group) and 0.60 (control group). …”
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Comparing sternal versus left-sided chest compressions for thoracoabdonimal injuries and compression biomechanics: A clinical-grade cadaver study by J. Gould, R.A. Marshall, D. French, M. Dyer-Heynen, P. Olszynski

“…Compressions over this area often result in outflow obstruction and inadequate compression of the left ventricle. Alternative left-sided chest compressions that target the left ventricle may improve cardiac arrest outcomes. …”
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Laser-induced spin dynamics in the iron-yttrium garnet film doped with Si ions by S. V. Ovcharenko, M. S. Gaponov, N. A. Ilyin, M. V. Logunov, Anhua Wu, E. D. Mishina

“…These circumstances lead to the development of alternative approaches to recording information. One of these approaches has been demonstrated in the field of ultrafast opto-magnetism, which has been booming over the past 20 years. …”
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Enhanced quantitative precipitation estimation through the opportunistic use of Ku TV-SAT links via a dual-channel procedure by L. Gelbart, L. Barthès, F. Mercier-Tigrine, A. Chazottes, C. Mallet

“…<p>Earth–satellite microwave links such as TV-SAT can help for rainfall monitoring and could be a complement or an alternative to ground-based weather radars, rain gauges or Earth observation satellites. …”
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Addressing challenges in vector control: a review of current strategies and the imperative for novel tools in India’s combat against vector-borne diseases by Kuldeep Singh, Amit Sharma, Manju Rahi, Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, Gaurav Kumar, Rajendra Baharia, Sam Joy

“…The promising new vector control tools are insecticide-treated nets with synergist and/or pyrrole chlorfenapyr, alternatives/additions to synthetic pyrethroids like neonicotinoids, clothianidin for indoor residual spray, newer formulations such as Bacillus sphaericus for use in larvicides, attractive toxic sugar baits, especially to curtail outdoor transmission, endectocides like ivermectin for use in animals/humans, insecticidal paints, spatial repellents, insecticide-treated wearables and others. …”
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Using nisin-chitosan films enriched with rosemary extract on Listeria innocua, Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Pseudomonas aeruginosa in cold-smoked salmon during cold storage by Samyah D. Jastaniah

“…As a result, cold-smoked films could offer a promising, eco-friendly alternative that helps maintain food safety while minimizing waste and promoting sustainability in the food industry.…”
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Tracheal Resection for Critical Airway Obstruction in Morquio A Syndrome by Claire Frauenfelder, Elizabeth Maughan, Johnny Kenth, Reema Nandi, Simon Jones, Robert Walker, Bill Walsh, Nagarajan Muthialu, Iain Bruce, Richard Hewitt, Colin Butler

“…An urgent need has developed to consider alternatives to palliation of progressive tracheal obstruction to preserve and maintain these patients’ hard-won good quality of life, as well as to facilitate spinal and other required surgery. …”
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Community-based culturally tailored education programmes for black adults with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension and stroke: a systematic review protocol of primary em... by Hardeep Singh, Michelle LA Nelson, Joseph IV Fulton, Oya Pakkal, Elizabeth M Uleryk

“…To address unequal care received by black communities, a shift to community-based programmes that deliver culturally tailored programmes may give an alternative to a healthcare model which reinforces health inequities. …”
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Nutritional Value and Consumer Acceptance of New Cereal Bars Offered to Children by Białek Małgorzata, Rutkowska Jarosława, Radomska Justyna

“…The designed bars may be an interesting confectionery product for children and an alternative to snacks currently available in school shops.…”
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Development of Chitosan-Polyacrylic Acid Complex Systems for Enhanced Oral Delivery of Lactobacillus Gasseri and Bifidobacterium Bifidum Probiotics by AL-Fawares O, Alshweiat A, Abuawad A

“…These characteristics suggest that CS-PAA could serve as an alternative system for probiotics, enhancing gut microbiota health and offering a robust protection against microbial pathogens.Keywords: probiotics, Lactobacillus gasseri, Bifidobacterium bifidum, chitosan, encapsulation, polyacrylic acid…”
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Assessment of Reader Technologies for Over-the-Counter Diagnostic Testing by Mia Cirrincione, Maren Downing, Kevin Leite, Samuel Dolphin, Adam Samuta, Mack Schermer, Kimberly Noble, Brian Walsh

“…A growing number of these are adopting reader technologies, which provides an alternative to visual readouts for results interpretation, allowing for improved accessibility of OTC diagnostics. …”
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Clinical Holistic Medicine: Treatment of Physical Health Problems Without a Known Cause, Exemplified by Hypertension and Tinnitus by Søren Ventegodt, Mohammed Morad, Isack Kandel, Joav Merrick

“…In this case, consciousness-based, holistic medicine could be an alternative. Using the theories and tools of holistic medicine wisely, the physician can often provide treatment for the patient. …”
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Chromium Removal from Electroplating Wastewater Using Activated Coffee Husk Carbon by Temesgen Aragaw, Seyoum Leta, Ermias Alayu, Andualem Mekonnen

“…In general, due to the ease with which coffee husk can be obtained from coffee processing facilities, its use as an absorbent will be cost-effective and considered as an alternative option in removing Cr metal from wastewaters.…”
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Environmentally friendly green synthesis of reduced graphene oxide using Laurus nobilis, characterization and evaluation of in vitro anticancer activity by Yasemin Budama-Kilinc, Esra Arslan, Bahar Gok, Muge Sari Yilmaz

“…The researchers are increasingly exploring reduction methods that utilize natural ingredients as a more sustainable alternative to address this. In this study, rGO was synthesized using a green method using bay leaf ( Laurus nobilis ) extracts. …”
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A relational approach to co-create Advance Care Planning with and for people living with dementia: a narrative study by Tharin Phenwan, Judith Sixsmith, Linda McSwiggan, Deans Buchanan

“…The identification of ACP trigger points - the pivotal events throughout the dementia journey - that prompt PwD and family members to discuss their ACPs were suggested, indicating that PwD can initiate and revise their ACPs throughout the disease trajectory provided relational support is available whereby key persons involved in their care are involved and agree with the decisions being made. Therefore, an alternative, relational approach to ACP with and for PwD is recommended.…”
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