Psychometric Properties of the Dental Activities Test: An Exploratory Factor Analysis in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment by Xi Chen, Wen Liu

“…A one-factor model demonstrated acceptably mixed model fit, and a two-factor model had good model fit with moderate correlation between the two factors (r=0.667, p<0.05). …”
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Application of the OMERACT Grey-scale Ultrasound Scoring System for salivary glands in a single-centre cohort of patients with suspected Sjögren’s syndrome by Lene Terslev, Simon Krabbe, Viktoria Fana, Uffe M Dohn

“…The best ultrasound cut-off value for diagnosing pSS was ≥1 gland with a score ≥2 (sensitivity=0.72, specificity=0.91).Conclusion The OMERACT Ultrasound Scoring System showed good sensitivity (0.72) and excellent specificity (0.91) for fulfilling 2016 ACR/EULAR criteria using cut-off score &gt;2 in at least one gland. …”
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Stability of Aerobic Granular Sludge for the Treatment of Inorganic Wastewater in a Sequencing Batch Reactor by LI Zhenghao, LUO Yi, LIU Liliang, KANG Jianlin, LI Guangming, NIE Jiale, LONG Bei

“…The attached growth of biofilm on polyurethane sponge packing media in R3 was successfully realized within 7 days. The reactor showed good impact load resistance, and the removal efficiencies of TIN and ammonia nitrogen were approximately 52% and 99%, respectively. …”
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Primary Mechanism Study of Panax notoginseng Flower (Herb) on Myocardial Infarction in Rats by Xin Zhou, Zhi-Cheng Li, Pei-Pei Chen, Rui-Fang Xie

“…Chen is one of the most common herbs in China. Because of its good efficacy and little adverse reaction, Panax notoginseng has been used widely to treat cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). …”
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A Facile Route to Fabricate CS/GO Composite Film for the Application of Therapeutic Contact Lenses by Pin Chen, Xin Wang, Jingyang Kong, Xiaohong Hu

“…Either CS/GO composite film or CS film exhibited good hydrophilic property with a contact angle of around 20 degree. …”
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Relationship between morphometric measurements and blood parameters in horses with varying adiposity levels and physiological conditions by Arash Omidi, Aria Rasooli, Saeed Nazifi, Abbas Heydari, Mohammad Seirafinia

“…Therefore, this study challenges the notion that all overweight horses are unhealthy, as overweight horses can still have good metabolic health. Conversely, lean horses may also experience metabolic issues. …”
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Reliability of the OMERACT Giant cell arteritis Ultrasonography Score (OGUS): results of a patient-based exercise involving experts and non-experts in vascular ultrasonography by Christian Dejaco, Stavros Chrysidis, Sara Monti, Cristina Ponte, Peter Mandl, Lene Terslev, Bhaskar Dasgupta, Alojzija Hočevar, Christina Duftner, Wolfgang Schmidt, Carlos Pineda, Eugenio De Miguel, Andreas P Diamantopoulos, Helen Keen, Kati Mykkänen, George A Bruyn, Wolfgang Hartung, Maria Antonietta D’Agostino, Nikitas Gkikopoulos, Luca Seitz, Adela-Cristina Sarbu, Eva Manger, Berit Dalsgaard Nielsen, Norbert Redlinger, Veerendra Chadachan, Maria Correyero, Giovanni Fulvio, Vesselina Kurteva, Paolo Mercatelli, Irina Midtgard, Raili Muller, Duriad Reffat

“…After training, inter-reader reliability ICCs improved to 0.52, 0.29 and 0.54, respectively.Conclusion Inter-reader reliability was fair to moderate, and intra-reader reliability was good for OGUS, Southend score and Halo count among experts. …”
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Statistical trend analysis and forecast modeling of air pollutants by A. Jaiswal, C. Samuel, V.M. Kadabgaon

“…For predictive analysis, different autoregressive integrated moving average models are compared with goodness of fit statistics, and the observed results stated autoregressive integrated moving average (1,1,1) as the best-suited for forecast modeling of different pollutants in Varanasi. …”
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Three‐Dimensional Printed Prosthesis Reconstructs Bilateral Type III Pelvic Defect After Malignant Tumors Resection by Xuanhong He, Yi Luo, Chang Zou, Minxun Lu, Yuqi Zhang, Zhuangzhuang Li, Guy Romeo Kenmegne, Yong Zhou, Li Min, Chongqi Tu

“…Four patients with 15 interfaces showed good osteointegration. Conclusions 3D‐printed bilateral pubis prosthesis could restore the integrity and stability of pelvic ring and improve limb function. …”
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Economic Feasibility of On-Grid Photovoltaic Solar Power Plants at Private Universities in Indonesia by Rijal Asnawi, Antariksa, Sukir Maryanto and Aminudin Afandhi

“…In conclusion, the on-grid photovoltaic solar power plant at Campus 2 of the National Institute of Technology Malang has good economic feasibility due to factors such as controlled costs, competitive prices, a positive NPV, and a short PBP. …”
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Mental health and working constraints of first-year PhD students in health and science in a French university: a cross-sectional study in the context of occupational health monitor... by Barbara Charbotel, Emmanuel Fort, Saloua Ahalli, Yamina Bridai, Nicole Baborier

“…Most of the PhD students reported high psychological demands (58%), high decision latitude (53%), high social support (55%) and good professional relationships with their supervisor (mean of global score of AWAI-S=114.5). …”
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Rash with DERMABOND PRINEO Skin Closure System Use in Bilateral Reduction Mammoplasty: A Case Series by R. W. Knackstedt, J. A. Dixon, P. J. O’Neill, F. A. Herrera

“…Surgical adhesives can be utilized as an alternative or as an adjunct to conventional suture closures to help achieve good wound tension and provide an adequate barrier with excellent cosmesis. …”
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Opening the black box of health systems performance management using the behaviour change techniques taxonomy: implications for health research and practice by Jenna M. Evans, Sarah M. Wheeler

“…These BCTs suggest that this PM system seeks to change behaviour primarily by directing programme attention to their current performance in relation to the target and in relation to other programs across the province, and by acknowledging good performance with praise or recognition. A total of five PM interventions accounted for 58% of identified BCTs – the scorecard, quarterly performance review reports, quarterly performance review meetings, escalation letter for poor or declining performance and the improvement action plan. …”
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Assessment of the efficacy of palliative sedation in advanced cancer patients by evaluating discomfort levels: a prospective, international, multicenter observational study by Maaike Rijpstra, Kris Vissers, Alazne Belar, Michael Van der Elst, Séverine Marie Surges, Claudio Adile, Rocío Rojí, Yasmine Grassi, Ewald Bronkhorst, Sebastiano Mercadante, Lukas Radbruch, Johan Menten, Carlos Centeno, Evelien Kuip, Jeroen Hasselaar

“…The internal consistency of the discomfort scale was good (0.83), but the “Noisy breathing” item was less informative of the total discomfort score. …”
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Verification of Lactobacillus brevis tolerance to simulated gastric juice and the potential effects of postbiotic gamma-aminobutyric acid in streptozotocin-induced diabetic mice by Amro Abdelazez, Heba Abdelmotaal, Smith Etareri Evivie, Maha Bikheet, Rokayya Sami, Hassan Mohamed, Xiangchen Meng

“…Based on the blood plasma analysis, L. brevis strains improved good cholesterol properties, liver and kidney functions, where most of these parameters fall within the average the reference range and prevent the development of symptoms of type 1 diabetes in vivo. …”
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Supporting older adults with mobility disabilities through voice-activated digital assistants and smart home technologies by Jaewon Kang, Emma Lachs, Kathryn Huang, Laura A. Rice, Wendy A. Rogers

“…Participants reported good usability and high confidence in using these technologies. …”
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Study of Predictive Value of Middle Ear Risk Index on Hearing Improvement in Patients Undergoing Surgery for Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media by Bipin Kishore Prasad, Nitya Singh, Ramesh AV

“…Conclusion: Middle ear risk index is not a good predictor of hearing improvement in ear surgery. …”
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The adaptation and evaluation of psychometric properties of the Lithuanian versions of the Faux Pas Recognition and Strange Stories tests by A. Jasionis, G. Jasionytė, R. Mameniškienė

“…The face and content validity of both instruments was good. Conclusions. The Faux Pas Recognition test and Happé Strange Stories test are adapted to the Lithuanian-speaking population. …”
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Influenza forecasting in human populations: a scoping review. by Jean-Paul Chretien, Dylan George, Jeffrey Shaman, Rohit A Chitale, F Ellis McKenzie

“…This review suggests need for use of good practices in influenza forecasting (e.g., sensitivity analysis); direct comparisons of diverse approaches; assessment of model calibration; integration of subjective expert input; operational research in pilot, real-world applications; and improved mutual understanding among modelers and public health officials.…”
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Migraine diagnosis in patients with sinus headache symptoms: a cross-sectional study at Khartoum ENT Hospital by Mohamed Salah Mohamed Abdelgafour, Abdelgadir Ahmed Eltayeb, Mohammed El-Awad

“…Migraine was associated with autonomic symptoms and a positive family history of migraine. The presence of good response among those who used antimigraine medications may aid the diagnosis of migraine.…”
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