Trend in CT utilisation and its impact on length of stay, readmission and hospital mortality in Western Australia tertiary hospitals: an analysis of linked administrative data 2003–2015 by Rachael Moorin, Max K Bulsara, Jenny Doust, David Youens, Donald Mcrobbie, John Slavotinek, Thi Ninh Ha, Cameron Wright, Sviatlana Kamarova

“…This study examined trends of CT during admission to tertiary hospitals and its associations with length of stay (LOS), readmission and mortality.Design Retrospective observational study from 2003 to 2015.Setting West Australian linked administrative records at individual level.Participants 2 375 787 episodes of tertiary hospital admission in adults aged 18+ years.Main outcome measures LOS, 30-day readmissions and mortality stratified by CT use status (any, multiple (CTs to multiple areas during episode), and repeat (repeated CT to the same area)).Methods Multivariable regression models were used to calculate adjusted rate of CT use status. …”
Get full text

Perancangan Desain Antarmuka Pengguna Aplikasi Pertunjukan dan Pembelajaran Kesenian Tradisional Menggunakan Pendekatan Human-Centered Design by Winda Putri Hapsari, Hanifah Muslimah Az-zahra, Prima Zulvarina

“…Aspek efisiensi mencapai persentase 100%. Selain itu, pada aspek kepuasan menunjukkan kepuasan pengguna terhadap rancangan. …”
Get full text

ELAVL1‐dependent SOAT2 exacerbated the pancreatitis‐like cellular injury of AR42J cells induced by hyperstimulation with caerulein by Yu‐Jing Sun, Hua‐Ying Chen, Xiao‐Qin Lai

“…Additionally, Fe2+ levels were analyzed using a colorimetric assay kit, reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels were assessed with a Cellular ROS Assay kit, and lipid peroxidation was measured using a malondialdehyde assay kit. …”
Get full text

Chronic inflammation in post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 modulates gut microbiome: a review of literature on COVID-19 sequelae and gut dysbiosis by Najeeha Talat Iqbal, Hana Khan, Aqsa Khalid, Syed Faisal Mahmood, Nosheen Nasir, Iffat Khanum, Isadora de Siqueira, Wes Van Voorhis

“…The first mechanism is related to the dysfunction of angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 receptor due to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2 infection, leading to impaired mTOR pathway activation, reduced AMP secretion, and causing dysbiotic changes in the gut. …”
Get full text

Coal‐wall spalling prevention mechanism using advance‐grooving pressure relief in the large‐mining‐height working face of a shallow coal seam by Wang Hongwei, Feng Li, Zhao Zhouyan, Li Yanjun, Cao Peipei, Jiao Jianqiang, Jiang Baolin, Liu Yong

Subjects: Get full text

Toxicity Assessment of the Xanthid Crab Demania cultripes from Cebu Island, Philippines by Manabu Asakawa, Gloria Gomez-Delan, Shintaro Tsuruda, Michitaka Shimomura, Yasuo Shida, Shigeto Taniyama, Mercy Barte-Quilantang, Jo Shindo

“…From food hygienic point of view, people in coastal areas should be warned of the potential hazard of this crab in order to prevent its intentional or accidental consumption.…”
Get full text

“Effect of oral systemic administration of vitamin D on the rate of maxillary canine retraction: A randomized controlled trial” by Davender Kumar, Revathi Mn, Rekha Sharma, Ashuma Sachdeva, Nameksh Raj Bhupali, Ravinder Solanki

“…The canine retraction was initiated using nickel-titanium (NiTi) closed coil springs delivering a force of 100 gm per side and Vitamin D levels were monitored at monthly intervals. …”
Get full text

A comprehensive analysis of molecular characteristics of hot and cold tumor of gastric cancer by Chenxi Lv, Tianwei Chen, Jiangtao Li, Yuqiang Shan, Hong Zhou

“…Notably, single-cell analysis revealed that HTTR genes were highly active in CD8 + T cells, with the CXCL12-CXCR4 axis playing a critical role in mediating interactions between CD8 + T cells and endothelial cells. …”
Get full text

Overt Hypothyroidism and Severe Growth Retardation in a Preschool Girl with Poorly Controlled Nephrotic Syndrome: Case Report and Literature Review by Joana Mikulevič, Karolina Tumelienė, Robertas Kemežys, Augustina Jankauskienė

“…Clinicians should be aware of a risk of developing hypothyroidism and consider thyroid function testing during the treatment of children with NS, as well as actively treat hypothyroidism and evaluate growth. …”
Get full text

Clinical characteristics of patients with coronary artery disease by smoking status by Olga V. Nakhratova, Daria P. Tsygankova, Joseph M. Tsenter, Evgeny D. Bazdyrev

“…Out of examined patients, 107 were considered active smokers. To determine the smoking status, the level of motivation to quit smoking, degree of nicotine dependence, and type of smoking behavior were evaluated using the K. …”
Get full text

A rare intersection: squamous cell carcinoma of the tonsil and the anti-TIF1 syndrome masquerade by Manush Sondhi, Megan Lear, Saleha Dar, Madiha Tariq

“…The patient underwent age-appropriate cancer screening, and due to a known association with malignancy, a positron emission scan was ordered, detecting increased activity in the right tonsil. Subsequent magnetic resonance imaging showed a suspicious mass in the tonsillar area. …”
Get full text

Electroacupuncture Pretreatment Elicits Tolerance to Cerebral Ischemia/Reperfusion through Inhibition of the GluN2B/m-Calpain/p38 MAPK Proapoptotic Pathway by Bao-yu Zhang, Guan-ran Wang, Wen-hua Ning, Jian Liu, Sha Yang, Yan Shen, Yang Wang, Meng-xiong Zhao, Li Li

“…And EA pretreatment might inhibit the excessive activation of GluN2B receptor, the GluN2B downstream proapoptotic mediator m-calpain, and the phosphorylation of its transcription factor p38 MAPK in the hippocampal neurons after cerebral I/R injury. …”
Get full text

Effect of Different Protein and Protein-Energy Ratio in Diet on Growth of Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio) Fingerling by M. Setiawati, R. Sutajaya, M. Agus Suprayudi

“… Aquaculture activity including culture of common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is now facing on high price of feed.  …”
Get full text

Experimental study on mechanical properties of S-RM with different rock block proportions in fault zone by Peng-fei Wang, Xue-yang Xing, Yong-cheng Jin, Jian-biao Bai, Chang-hong Li

“…Abstract The distribution range of soil-rock mixtures (S-RM) in fault zones is wide, with significant differences in mechanical properties, making them the main sites for rock instability and support structure failure in mines. …”
Get full text

Systematic review and bayesian network meta-analysis: comparative efficacy and safety of six commonly used biologic therapies for moderate-to-severe Crohn’s disease by Haohang Su, Haohang Su, Shengwei Xiao, Zhiqing Liang, Zhiqing Liang, Tianrong Xun, Jinfang Zhang, Jinfang Zhang, Xixiao Yang, Xixiao Yang

“…A random-effects model was performed with rankings according to the surface under cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA) probability. Finally, we completed sensitivity and consistency analyses, and evaluated the certainty of evidence through GRADE working group guidance.ResultsWe identified 22 and 20 RCTs for induction and maintenance therapy, respectively. …”
Get full text

Reversal and prevention of deregulated autophagy in cutaneous autoimmune disorders—a pilot study on vitiligo with nutrigenomics based approach of “Maximum Nutrition and Minimum Med... by Suruchi Garg, Murlidhar Rajagopalan, Anupa Mary George, Hemangi Parwani, Titiksha Hans

“…It was aimed to reverse the self-destruction/deregulated autophagy by providing early morning, low carb-high protein nutrition, and correcting underlying micronutrient deficiency and studying its effect on reducing auto-immunity and eventually reducing disease burden and recurrence. …”
Get full text

Physiological and transcriptome analysis reveals the mechanism of Gymnocarpos przewalskii response to drought stress by Chao Du, Xinyu Ni, Mengjiao Yan, Qinghan Meng, Junying He

“…The proline content, SOD and CAT activities, and ·OH scavenging capacity were enhanced in G. przewalskii under osmotic stress. …”
Get full text

Participation in a pre-registration student interprofessional education (IPE) society: influence on subsequent professional practice by Christine Hirsch, Emily Audet, Emily Audet, Ekrahh Dawood, Freya Beardmore, Nafeesa Hussain, Wing Chi Wong, Robert J. Barry, Sharon Buckley

“…Our experience with the University of Birmingham Knowledge and Skills Exchange (KASE) is that, whilst such societies can be excellent vehicles for IPE, sustaining them can be challenging; and that consistent faculty support, adequate resource and a focus for society activities are needed for them to flourish. Whilst the longer term impact of pre-registration IPE has been demonstrated, less is known about the influence of student IPE society membership on participants’ subsequent professional practice. …”
Get full text

Behaviors and influencing factors of Chinese oncology nurses towards frailty care: A cross-sectional study based on knowledge-attitude-practice theory in 2024. by Xiaoxue Chen, Fang Xiao, Yuhua Miao, Huiying Qin, Lirong Yang, Fang Shen, Xiuhong Yuan

“…The three lowest scoring behaviors were "conduct frailty measurements and screening for patients (3.30±1.12)", "accumulate frailty-related knowledge in daily work (3.59±0.87)", and "actively pay attention to the patient's debilitating condition". …”
Get full text

Developing and assessing the “MultiLife” intervention: a mobile health-based lifestyle toolkit for cardiometabolic multimorbidity in diabetes and hypertension management – a type 1... by Sanghamitra Pati, Jaideep Menon, Tanveer Rehman, Ritik Agrawal, Jayasingh Kshatri, Subrata Kumar Palo, Chandrashekar Janakiram, Srijeeta Mitra, Aswathy Sreedevi, Tanu Anand

“…Secondary outcomes include blood pressure, body mass index, physical activity, and dietary habits. Qualitative assessments will explore intervention barriers and facilitators. …”
Get full text