Microphase Separation of a PS-b-PFS Block Copolymer via Solvent Annealing: Effect of Solvent, Substrate, and Exposure Time on Morphology by Colm T. O’Mahony, Dipu Borah, Michael A. Morris

“…Block copolymer (BCP) lithography makes use of the microphase separation properties of BCPs to pattern ordered nanoscale features over large areas. …”
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Role of Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Rehabilitation of a Traumatised Deficient Maxillary Alveolar Ridge Using Symphyseal Block Graft Placement by Shipra Arora, Arundeep Kaur Lamba, Farrukh Faraz, Shruti Tandon, Abdul Ahad

“…Onlay block graft was harvested from mandibular symphysis and placed at the edentulous site to augment the alveolar ridge. …”
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Comparison of ropivacaine with ropivacaine–dexamethasone combination for postoperative analgesia in the pectoral nerve block for modified radical mastectomy: A randomized clinical trial by Veena Mathur, Brijesh Kumari, Anand Kumar Verma, Arvind Khare, Deepak Kumar Garg

“…Background and Aims: The pectoral nerve block types I and II are novel techniques to provide analgesia for modified radical mastectomy (MRM) surgeries performed under general anesthesia. …”
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Lumbar Erector Spinae Plane Block for Total Hip Arthroplasty Comparing 24-Hour Opioid Requirements: A Randomized Controlled Study by Dahlia Townsend, Nasir Siddique, Atsumi Kimura, Yaacov Chein, Eli Kamara, John Pope, Mitchell Weiser, Singh Nair, Iyabo Muse

“…Patients were randomized to the control group (no block) or the ESPB group (preoperative ultrasound-guided lumbar ESPB). …”
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Reversible Fetal Renal Impairment following Angiotensin Receptor Blocking Treatment during Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Case Report and Review of the Literature by Tal Saar, Lorinne Levitt, Hagai Amsalem

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Solving Nonlinear Fourth-Order Boundary Value Problems Using a Numerical Approach: (m+1)th-Step Block Method by Oluwaseun Adeyeye, Zurni Omar

“…Although a number of numerical approaches are already existent in literature to solve nonlinear BVPs, this article presents a new block method with improved accuracy to solve nonlinear BVPs. …”
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Cardiac resynchronization therapy via left bundle branch pacing in heart failure with complete left bundle branch block: is the defibrillator needed? by Dandan Yang, Dandan Yang, Qunchao Ma, Qunchao Ma, Hong Zhu, Lihua Wang, Meixiang Xiang, Meixiang Xiang, Jian’an Wang, Jian’an Wang, Jian’an Wang, Jian’an Wang, Xiaohong Pan, Xiaohong Pan

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Clinical Efficacy of Hydrodilatation of the Shoulder Joint through Posterior Approach and Suprascapular Nerve Block in a Diabetic Patient for the Management of Adhesive Capsulitis by Koldinne Jagadeeswara Reddy, M J Hithish

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Ultrasound-guided low-volume anterior suprascapular nerve block for reduction of anterior shoulder dislocation in the emergency department: A case series by Chitta Ranjan Mohanty, Anju Gupta, Rakesh Vadakkethil Radhakrishnan, Neha Singh, Saroj Kumar Patra

“…Interscalene brachial plexus block is effective but has several limitations. Suprascapular nerve block (SSNB) has been explored for this indication. …”
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Estimating the accumulation and re-accumulation of commercial tobacco, electronic cigarette, and cannabis waste based on a stratified random sample of census blocks by Georg E. Matt, Lydia Greiner, Kristina Tran, Joseph Gibbons, Michael Vingiello, Paula Stigler Granados, Ronald Shadbegian, Thomas E. Novotny

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Ultrasound-Guided Pudendal Nerve Block Combined with Propofol Deep Sedation versus Spinal Anesthesia for Hemorrhoidectomy: A Prospective Randomized Study by Jian He, Lei Zhang, Dong L. Li, Wan Y. He, Qing M. Xiong, Xue Q. Zheng, Mei J. Liao, Han B. Wang

“…The aim of this prospective randomized study was to evaluate the effect of ultrasound-guided pudendal nerve block (PNB) combined with deep sedation compared to spinal anesthesia for hemorrhoidectomy. …”
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Secondary Subtalar Arthrodesis: Surgical Outcome and Predictors of Functional Outcome and Quality of Life After Bone Block Distraction vs In Situ Technique by Robin Eelsing BSc, Sally Al-Sheikh MD, Jens A. Halm MD, PhD, Tim Schepers MD, PhD

“…Therefore, we describe the outcome following a secondary arthrodesis after an intra-articular calcaneal fracture, comparing the in situ (ISA) and bone block distraction arthrodesis (BBDA) techniques. …”
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The effect of blue-blocking intraocular lenses on circadian biological rhythm: protocol for a randomised controlled trial (CLOCK-IOL colour study) by Taiji Hasegawa, Kenji Obayashi, Kimie Miyata, Tetsuo Ueda, Norio Kurumatani, Keigo Saeki, Nahoko Ogata, Hiroki Tsujinaka, Mariko Yamashita, Tomo Nishi, Nobuhiro Tone, Naonori Masuda, Yutarou Mizusawa, Masahiro Okamoto, Shinji Maruoka, Masashi Kojima, Toyoaki Matsuura

“…At present, clear intraocular lenses (IOLs) and blue-blocking IOLs are both widely used for cataract surgery; there is currently a lack of randomised controlled trials to determine whether clear or blue-blocking IOLs should be used.Methods and analysis This randomised controlled trial will recruit 1000 cataract patients and randomly allocate them to receive clear IOLs or blue-blocking IOLs in a ratio of 1:1. …”
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Crystal Transformation Synthesis of a Three-Dimensional Dual-Fold Building Block Derived from Metal–Organic Framework for Tetracycline Detection by Yang Song, Yangyang Zhao, Jie Wu, Dongli Deng, Yiqin Duan, Ying Li, Mingzhu Wu, Guohua Dong

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Soil Parameter Mapping and Ad Hoc Power Analysis to Increase Blocking Efficiency Prior to Establishing a Long-Term Field Experiment by Doug Collins, Chris Benedict, Andy Bary, Craig Cogger

“…Compared to the west to east blocking pattern, the final blocking pattern chosen resulted in a 7-fold increase in power for OM and a 36% increase in power for weeds.…”
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The Anatomic Relationship of the Tibial Nerve to the Common Peroneal Nerve in the Popliteal Fossa: Implications for Selective Tibial Nerve Block in Total Knee Arthroplasty by Eric R. Silverman, Amaresh Vydyanathan, Karina Gritsenko, Naum Shaparin, Nair Singh, Sherry A. Downie, Boleslav Kosharskyy

“…A recently described selective tibial nerve block at the popliteal crease presents a viable alternative to sciatic nerve block for patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty. …”
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A New Evaluation Method for Water Blocking Performance of Coal Seam Floor: Model Construction, Case Application, and Water-Preserved Strategy by Baobin Gao, Chuangnan Ren, Shaopeng Song

“…In order to scientifically guide the water-preserved mining of the coal seam floor and make up for the shortcomings in the conventional evaluation of water blocking performance of the coal seam floor, according to the system resilience theory, the difference between the vulnerability and resilience of the coal seam floor is analyzed, and three elements and nine indicators for evaluating water resistance toughness of the coal seam floor are determined. …”
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Flavonoids of Tetrastigma hemsleyanum Diels et Gilg Against Acute Hepatic Injury by Blocking PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway by Lingling Li, Lianghui Zhan, Xiaojun Wu, Xuechun Jiang, Jinbao Pu

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Recenzja: Wiesław Block, Vivere il Vangelo. Temi e figure della fraternità minoritica, EDB, Bologna 2013, ss. 382 by Dariusz Kasprzak

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A Comparative Study of 0.25% Levobupivacaine, 0.25% Ropivacaine, and 0.25% Bupivacaine in Paediatric Single Shot Caudal Block by Jagdeep Sharma, Ruchi Gupta, Anita Kumari, Lakshmi Mahajan, Jasveer Singh

“…Patients received 0.25% levobupivacaine in group 1, 0.25% ropivacaine in group 2, and 0.25% bupivacaine in group 3. The effectiveness of block was assessed using caudal effectiveness score. …”
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