Association between serum lactate and mortality in critically ill ischemic stroke patients based on MIMIC-IV data by Zongren Zhao, Yu Liu, Huanhuan Ji

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Short-Term Prediction of the Solar Photovoltaic Power Output Using Nonlinear Autoregressive Exogenous Inputs and Artificial Neural Network Techniques Under Different Weather Condit... by Abdulrahman Th. Mohammad, Wisam A. M. Al-Shohani

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Land-use land-cover dynamics of Hari-Ke-Pattan wetland using machine learning algorithm, remote sensing and GIS techniques in google earth engine by Apperdeep Kaur, Jashanjot Singh

“…It is assigned as a Ramsar site of the state. This study aims to understand the Land Use Land Cover (LULC) dynamics of Harike wetland from 2001 to 2021. …”
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SAD: análise da percepção de usuários e desenvolvedores através de análise fatorial DSS: the perception of users and developers through multivariate statistical techniques by Gilka Rocha Barbosa, Adiel Teixeira de Almeida, Ana Paula Cabral Seixas Costa

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Using the behaviour change technique taxonomy v1 (BCTTv1) to identify the active ingredients of pharmacist interventions to improve non-hospitalised patient health outcomes by Marijn de Bruin, Marie Johnston, Claire Scott, Margaret C Watson, Neil Scott, Mícheál de Barra, Catriona Matheson, Christine Bond

“…Objectives The aim of this study was to identify which behaviour change techniques (BCTs) were present in intervention and control groups of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) included in a Cochrane systematic review.Setting The RCTs included were conducted in community, primary and/or ambulatory-care settings.Participants The data set was derived from 86 RCTs from an interim update of the Cochrane review of the effectiveness of pharmacist services on non-hospitalised patient outcomes.Primary and secondary outcome measures The primary outcome was the identification of BCTs scheduled for delivery in intervention and control groups of the RCTs. …”
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Assessment of Primary Stability and Micromotion of Different Fixation Techniques for Scapular Spine Bone Blocks for the Reconstruction of Critical Bone Loss of the Anterior Glenoid... by Anton Brehmer, Yasmin Youssef, Martin Heilemann, Toni Wendler, Jean-Pierre Fischer, Stefan Schleifenbaum, Pierre Hepp, Jan Theopold

“…Scapular spine bone blocks have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional bone augmentation techniques. However, limited data exist on their biomechanical stability when using different suture-based fixation techniques. …”
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Needle angle dynamics as a rapid indicator of drought stress in Larix kaempferi (Lamb.) Carrière: advancing non-destructive imaging techniques for resilient seedling production by Ukhan Jeong, Dohee Kim, Sohyun Kim, Seung Hyun Han, Eun Ju Cheong

“…The apical needle angle of one-year-old seedlings was measured using ImageJ, while seedling-level analysis was conducted using PlantCV to collect data and extract relevant parameters. Statistical analyses were performed to evaluate temporal trends and to identify growth environment and physiological traits significantly influenced by drought stress. …”
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A cross-sectional study evaluating insulin injection techniques and the impact of instructions from various healthcare professionals on insulin users in the southern region of Saud... by Sirajudeen Shaik Alavudeen, Md Sayeed Akhtar, Sultan Mohammed Alshahrani, Vigneshwaran Easwaran, Asif Ansari Shaik Mohammad, Noohu Abdulla Khan, Abubakr Taha Hussein, Salem Salman Almujri, Abdulrahman Saeed Alshaiban, Khalid Orayj

“…Background It is evident that proper use of the insulin injection technique (IIT) is important for optimizing the efficacy of the therapy. …”
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“Double rings” En-bloc technique with early anatomical apical release in thuflep for the patients with large glands (≥ 80 mL): the outcomes from single center by Kai Zhang, Kunlin Yang, Chao Zuo, Yang He, Zhicun Li, Xinyan Che, Yisen Meng

“…Abstract Background and purpose We aimed to describe the technique and outcomes of “Double Rings” En-bloc thulium fiber laser enucleation of the prostate (ThuFLEP) with early anatomical apical release in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with large glands (≥ 80 mL). …”
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Autonomous International Classification of Diseases Coding Using Pretrained Language Models and Advanced Prompt Learning Techniques: Evaluation of an Automated Analysis System Usin... by Yan Zhuang, Junyan Zhang, Xiuxing Li, Chao Liu, Yue Yu, Wei Dong, Kunlun He

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Acute and long-term procedural outcomes, arrhythmia recurrence and mortality after supraventricular arrhythmia ablation: a comparative study of fluoroscopy and zero-fluoroscopy gui... by Kamilla Luca Dávid, Kamilla Luca Dávid, Balázs Polgár, Péter Bógyi, Zsolt Bári, István Marczell, Manuella Bogdan, Zalán Gulyás, Mirjam Franciska Turáni, Judit Papp, Előd János Zsigmond, Emese Tóth-Zsámboki, Gábor Zoltán Duray, Gábor Zoltán Duray, Gábor Zoltán Duray

“…We aimed to assess safety and efficacy of ZF catheter ablation in the treatment of supraventricular tachycardias (SVTs), examine learning-curve characteristics and to evaluate long-term results and mortality.MethodsWe analysed clinical characteristics, procedural and follow-up data of 605 consecutive patients undergoing catheter ablation for SVT (atrioventricular nodal re-entry tachycardia, n = 297; atrial flutter, n = 241 and accessory pathway mediated tachycardia, n = 67) between June 2017 and September 2021. …”
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Clinical outcomes of double-flap technique versus gastric tube reconstruction following laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy: a multicenter propensity score-matched cohort study by Zhu Jingtao, Chen Shaoqin, Zhang Tao, Yang Li, You Sheng, Hong Qingqi, Lin Hexin, Chen Yinan, Yu Huangdao, Chen Yifu, Yu Xuejun, You Jun

“…Abstract Background Various anti-reflux procedures are currently utilized for digestive tract reconstruction following proximal gastrectomy (PG), but the optimal reconstruction method remains debated. This study aims to compare and analyze the clinical outcomes and postoperative quality of life between double-flap technique (DFT) and gastric tube (GT) reconstruction after laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy (LPG), providing a reference for selecting the appropriate digestive tract reconstruction method. …”
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Economic evaluation of low-dose computed tomography for lung cancer screening among high-risk individuals – evidence from Hungary based on the HUNCHEST-II study by Péter Rózsa, Anna Kerpel-Fronius, Mátyás Péter Murányi, Ágnes Rumszauer, Gabriella Merth, Zsolt Markóczy, Péter Csányi, Krisztina Bogos

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Multimodal Artificial Intelligence in Medical Diagnostics by Bassem Jandoubi, Moulay A. Akhloufi

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Assessment of Relationship between Land Use Pattern and Spatial Distribution of Water Quality at the Watershed Scale: A Case Study of Maroon River Sub-basin by Fariba Hedayatzadeh, Alireza Ildoromi, Nasrin Hasanzadeh, Nader Bahramifar, Mahdi Banaee

“…Examining the relationship between land use patterns and river water quality provides an important basis for water quality safety and effective land use management. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the influence of land use patterns on surface water quality based on the water quality monitoring data and land use data from 38 sampling points in the sub-basin of the Maroon River. …”
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Factors influencing farmers' participation in crop intensification program in Rwanda by Alphonse Nahayo, Morris O. Omondi, Xu-hui ZHANG, Lian-qing LI, Gen-xing PAN, Stephen Joseph

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Analyzing Instructional Strategies in Science Education: A Dual Approach Combining Systematic Review and Secondary Qualitative Data Analysis by Şeyma Irmak, Duygu Yılmaz Ergül

“…Our findings revealed a diverse array of instructional strategies, encompassing direct instruction, thought experiments, demonstrations, hands-on activities, think-pair-share, peer teaching, laboratory exercises, discussion/questioning techniques, drama, and real-life narratives. The rationales underpinning these strategies were multifaceted, aiming to enhance student motivation, stimulate cognitive development, facilitate collaborative group work, and foster meaningful learning experiences. …”
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Gender-related differences in clinical presentation, electrocardiography signs, laboratory markers and outcome in patients with acute pulmonary embolism by Obradović Slobodan, Džudović Boris, Rusović Siniša, Subota Vesna, Obradović Dragana

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Current agritourism literature: What methods did researchers prefer? by Starman Ana, Pavić Lazar

“…The questionnaire method was identified as the main data collection technique in current agritourism literature. …”
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Modeling the spatial dynamics of land cover transitions and vegetation conditions in Abuja city, Nigeria by Yoksa Salmamza Mshelia, Simon Mang’erere Onywere, Sammy Letema

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