Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency after pancreatic resection: a systematic review by Marcello Di Martino, Ángela de la Hoz Rodriguez, Andrea Saibanti, Guillermo Salvador Camarmo, Nico Pagano, Elena Martín-Pérez, Matteo Donadon

“…Conclusion The FE-1 test is the most commonly used diagnostic tool for post-pancreatectomy PEI; however, well-designed studies comparing the diagnostic accuracy of various tests for PEI are lacking. Additionally, few studies report on micronutrient deficiencies, variations in anthropometric data or PEI-related patient-reported outcomes. …”
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Augmented immunogenicity of the HPV16 DNA vaccine via dual adjuvant approach: integration of CpG ODN into plasmid backbone and co-administration with IL-28B gene adjuvant by Yan Zhou, Ting Zhang, Zhirong Wang, Xuemei Xu

“…Our findings revealed that mice immunized with CpG-modified vaccines, coupled with an IL-28B gene adjuvant exhibited heightened antigen-specific CD8+ T cell responses. Additionally, the combination of mE6/HSP70 and mE7/HSP70 plasmids synergistically enhanced the specific CD8+ T cell response. …”
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Development of measures to assess listening-related effort and fatigue in daily life among hearing aid users: protocol for a quantitative field trial by Trine Flensborg-Madsen, Andreea Micula, Jeppe Høy Konvalinka Christensen, Dorothea Wendt, Hamish Innes-Brown, Ingrid Johnsrude, Matthew Apps, Torsten Dau

“…This study aims to establish physiological and acoustic predictors of self-reported listening effort and fatigue in daily life. Additionally, the moderating effects of cognitive abilities, personality traits, stress, fatigue, suprathreshold abilities, noise annoyance, lifestyle and health on the development of listening effort and fatigue will be investigated.Methods and analysis A 4-week field trial will be conducted, in which physiological responses will be continuously recorded using Empatica Embrace Plus wristbands. …”
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Predicting corneal decompensation in Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy with Scheimpflug tomography and clinical parameters by Nilufer Yesilirmak, Vaël Souédan, Aurélie Pison, Jean Louis Bourges

“…Notably, MVD presented a statistically significant odds ratio of 4.63 (95% confidence interval = 1.76–12.86). …”
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Mineral composition and ratios in aortic valves, serum, and epicardial fat among patients with aortic stenosis undergoing aortic valve replacement by Barbara Poniedziałek, Bartłomiej Perek, Aleksandra Proch, Anna Komosa, Przemysław Niedzielski, Piotr Buczkowski, Marek Jemielity, Piotr Rzymski

“…Future longitudinal research should address mineralization across earlier disease stages, exploring additional trace elements and molecular contributors to advance understanding of calcification mechanisms, ultimately aiding in developing biomarkers or therapeutic strategies for postponing or preventing AS onset.…”
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Value chains in construction based on the concept of lean manufacturing in the conditions of digital transformation by K. Yu. Kulakov, A. K. Orlov, V. S. Kankhva

“…The methodological basis of the study is the concept of lean construction in relation to aspects of the transformation of the digital construction ecosystem. In addition, systematic and situational approaches, methods of qualitative, comparative and factor analysis of the results of foreign and domestic experience were used in the study. …”
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Unveiling the role of DHIS2 in enhancing data quality and accessibility in primary healthcare facilities: Evidence from Ethiopia. by Taddese Alemu Zerfu, Moges Asressie, Zenebu Begna, Tigist Habtamu, Netsanet Werkneh, Tariku Nigatu, Meskerem Jisso Ibido, Addisalem Genta

“…<h4>Methods</h4>We employed qualitative methods, specifically Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), to gather insights from stakeholders, including healthcare providers and administrators at PHCUs across Ethiopia. …”
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Effect of HA filler injection into the midface on the lower lid by Jungyeon Kim, Eun Young Ahn, Yekyoung Hwang, Sinhye Park, Kyoung-Jin Kang

“…In particular, there is significant interest in improving infraorbital hollows; however, attempts to correct this area with HA filler alone often face challenges, including the Tyndall effect, unnatural contours, bulging, and migration. Additionally, midfacial skeletal deformities contribute significantly to infraorbital hollowness by sagging the soft tissue connected to the midface, which lengthens the lid-cheek junction (LCJ). …”
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Implications of a Narrow Automated Vehicle-Exclusive Lane on Interstate 15 Express Lanes by Sahar Ghanipoor Machiani, Alidad Ahmadi, Walter Musial, Anagha Katthe, Benjamin Melendez, Arash Jahangiri

“…However, this could lead to the speed differential increase between the exclusive lane and adjacent lane requiring careful consideration if additional treatments or barriers are needed. The results of this study contribute to infrastructure adaptation to AV technology and future AV-exclusive lanes implementations.…”
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Investigating the Efficacy of an Individualized Alpha/Delta Neurofeedback Protocol in the Treatment of Chronic Tinnitus by Dominik Güntensperger, Christian Thüring, Tobias Kleinjung, Patrick Neff, Martin Meyer

“…While distress remained on a low level even 6 months after the completion of training, loudness returned to baseline levels in the follow-up period. In addition, resting-state EEG activity showed an increase in the trained alpha/delta ratio over the course of the training. …”
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Comparing traditional surveys and web-scraped data to understand the pigeon racing industry in Southern California by Maurice Pitesky, Malekah Isa, Charlene Rivera, Elise Streba, Joseph D. Gendreau

“…In order to better understand the potential risk of transmission of vND from racing pigeons to domestic poultry, an extension-initiated survey was conducted in addition to social-media based analysis of racing pigeon activity associated with postings on a web-based popular classified advertisement (CAW) in Southern California. …”
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Systemic inflammation response index association with gout in hyperuricemic adults: NHANES 2007–2018 by Xiaochan Tian, Guixing Zeng, Junping Wei

“…Multivariable logistic regression, subgroup analysis, and smooth curve fitting were employed to comprehensively evaluate the correlation between SIRI and gout prevalence in the hyperuricemic population. Additionally, we compared SIRI with other inflammatory markers.ResultA total of 6,732 hyperuricemic patients were included, of which 3,764 were men. …”
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TMEM147 Correlates with Immune Infiltration and Serve as a Potential Prognostic Biomarker in Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Sheng Cheng, Jutang Li, Ming Xu, Qun Bao, Jiaoxiang Wu, Peng Sun, Bo Han

“…The functions of the TMEM147-related differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified by Gene Ontology (GO)/Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analyses and gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA). In addition, we examined the associations between TMEM147 expression and immune infiltration using single-sample gene set enrichment analysis (ssGSEA) and immunofluorescence staining of HCC tissues. …”
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Cytotoxicity and genotoxicity of orthodontic bands after aging: an in-vitro study by Maryam Karandish, Bahar Khademi, Golnaz Ziaei, Nasrollah Erfani, Leila Moezi, Zahra Faghih

“…Conclusion The results collectively showed that AO molar bands exhibited cytotoxicity only at acidic pH, while 3 S-dental molar bands showed no cytotoxic effects at either acidic or neutral conditions. Additionally, AO molar bands demonstrated greater genotoxicity than 3 S-dental molar bands at both pH levels. …”
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Network analysis of meaning in life, perceived social support, and depressive symptoms among vocational undergraduate students by Sen sen Zhang, Sen sen Zhang, Wen hua Zhang, Shao hong Yong, Shao hong Yong, Jia tai Chen

“…Moreover, network comparison tests were conducted to compare three subnetworks based on different levels of depression (minimal, subthreshold, and moderate/severe).ResultsThe top strength nodes within each network were identified as sleep and motor in minimal group, anhedonia and concentration in subthreshold group, and anhedonia and sleep in moderate/severe group. Additionally, the bridge strength nodes were determined as MIL-3, MIL-4, sleep, guilt, and school in minimal group; MIL-4, anhedonia, suicide, and friend in subthreshold group; MIL-9, MIL-7, anhedonia, sleep, and family in moderate/severe group. …”
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Effects of Vacuum Processing Treatment on the Structure and Physical and Chemical Properties of Fresh Waxy Corn Starch by Ruihang XU, Libin ZHU, Dan ZHU, Wenyi WEI, Guangcai NIU, Chenyu ZHAO, Yufan ZHANG

“…After vacuum processing treatment, the initial temperature, peak temperature, final temperature and gelatinization enthalpy of the two kinds of fresh waxy corn starch decreased significantly (P<0.05), and the gelatinization temperature, peak viscosity, final viscosity, decay value and recovery value decreased significantly (P<0.05), which showed that starch was more prone to gelatinization and its anti-aging ability was enhanced. In addition, the resistant starch (RS) of fresh waxy corn starch was transformed into rapid digestible starch (RDS) and slow digestible starch (SDS) by vacuum processing treatment, indicated that the digestion rate of fresh waxy corn starch could be improved by vacuum processing treatment. …”
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Heterogeneous foraging swarms can be better by Gal A. Kaminka, Yinon Douchan

“…In this paper, we will show that swarms can perform better, when they self-adapt to admit heterogeneous behavior roles.MethodsWe model a foraging swarm task as an extensive-form fully-cooperative game, in which the swarm reward is an additive function of individual contributions (the sum of collected items). …”
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The population pharmacokinetics of dolutegravir co‐administered with rifampicin in Thai people living with HIV: Assessment of alternative dosing regimens by Baralee Punyawudho, Anan Chanruang, Thornthun Ueaphongsukkit, Sivaporn Gatechompol, Sasiwimol Ubolyam, Yong Soon Cho, Jae Gook Shin, Anchalee Avihingsanon

“…However, its clinical efficacy requires additional evaluation.…”
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Bioadhesive Chitosan Films Loading Curcumin for Safe and Effective Skin Cancer Topical Treatment by Seila Tolentino, Mylene M. Monteiro, Felipe Saldanha-Araújo, Marcilio Cunha-Filho, Tais Gratieri, Eliete N. Silva Guerra, Guilherme M. Gelfuso

“…Furthermore, curcumin alone was more effective in inhibiting tumor cells than radiotherapy alone (<i>p</i> < 0.01), with no additional benefit observed when curcumin was combined with radiotherapy. …”
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Effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation combined with respiratory rehabilitation training on pulmonary rehabilitation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by Shujun Jin, Baojuan Huang, Yinfeng Kong, Xiaoxi Zhou, Jing Ma

“…Data on pulmonary function parameters (FEV1, FEV1%pred, FEV1/FVC ratio), blood gas analysis parameters (arterial oxygen partial pressure (PaO2), carbon dioxide partial pressure (PaCO2), and arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2)), and anxiety and depression scores were collected before and after the intervention for the RG, CG, and BG. Additionally, the COPD assessment test (CAT) scores were recorded for both the RG and CG. …”
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