Patient-Centric Structural Determinants of Adherence Rates Among Asthma Populations: Exploring the Potential of Patient Activation and Encouragement Tool TRUSTR to Improve Adherenc... by Asim Zia, Arthur Brassart, Sheila Thomas, Fen Ye, Judith J. Stephenson, C. Daniel Mullins, Christopher A. Jones

“…Fourteen additional SEMs were estimated to lateralize TRUSTR findings and conduct sensitivity analysis. **Results:** HIRD data reveal mean adherence rate of 59% (standard deviation (SD) 29%) for PDC and 58% for MPR (SD 36%). …”
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Multi-Fault-Tolerant Operation of Grid-Interfaced Photovoltaic Inverters Using Twin Delayed Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient Agent by Shyamal S. Chand, Branislav Hredzak, Maurizio Cirrincione

“…However, the dynamic response of this control scheme deteriorates during fluctuations in the grid voltage due to the sensitivity of proportional–integral controllers, the presence of the direct- and quadrature-axis voltage terms in the cross-coupling, and predefined saturation limits. …”
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Construction and application of a digital twin model for multi-objectiveoptimization of intelligent tape conveyor system by Wei CHEN, Jingzhao LI, Qing SHI, Jichao LIU, Huashun LI

“…Simultaneously, we use Sobol’s method and the Fast sensitivity analysis to verify our model’s input reasonability. …”
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Functional differentiation of human dental pulp stem cells into neuron-like cells exhibiting electrophysiological activity by B. Pardo-Rodríguez, A. M. Baraibar, I. Manero-Roig, J. Luzuriaga, J. Salvador-Moya, Y. Polo, R. Basanta-Torres, F. Unda, S. Mato, Gaskon Ibarretxe, Jose Ramon Pineda

“…Consistently, these cells displayed voltage-dependent K+ and TTX-sensitive Na+ currents as well as spontaneous electrophysiological activity and repetitive neuronal action potentials with a full baseline potential recovery. …”
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Impact of triglyceride-glucose index on risk of cardiovascular disease among non-diabetic hypertension patients: a 10-year prospective cohort study by Xin Chen, Jinyou Yang, Dan Wang, Jiali Liu, Hang Jin, Yongqing Zhang, Quanyong Xiang

“…Similar results were obtained by subgroup analysis and sensitivity analysis. Conclusion Elevated TyG index may be used as a surrogate for IR and help optimize risk stratification of CVD as well as prevention and management.…”
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Comprehensive genomic and transcriptomic profiling of pulmonary nodules in synchronous multiple primary lung cancer by Xingsheng Liu, Kun Qian, Lei Su, Xiaoru Tian, Xin Zhao, Tengteng Wang, Li Han, Zhenzhen Li, Peilong Zhang, Ruotian Wang, Baodong Liu, Yuanbo Li, Xiaogang Tan, Yi Zhang

“…Furthermore, the MYC inhibitor demonstrated more sensitivity for the major nodules than minor nodules. …”
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Global glucose metabolism rate as diagnostic marker for disorder of consciousness of patients: quantitative FDG-PET study by Dongsheng Liu, Dongsheng Liu, Dongsheng Liu, Nan Wang, Nan Wang, Nan Wang, Ming Song, Ming Song, Ming Song, Xiaoke Chai, Xiaoke Chai, Qiheng He, Tianqing Cao, Dawei Kong, Zhuhuan Song, Guangming Zhang, Lei Liu, Xiaosong Wang, Guoqiang Chen, Shaoya Yin, Shaoya Yin, Shaoya Yin, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Yi Yang, Jizong Zhao, Jizong Zhao

“…There was an 85% correct classification between MCS and UWS, with 88% sensitivity and 81% specificity for MCS. The best classification rate in the derivation cohort was achieved at a metabolic index of 3.32 (41% of the mean cortical metabolic index in healthy controls).ConclusionOur findings demonstrate that conscious awareness requires a minimum of 41% of normal cortical activity, as indicated by metabolic rates.…”
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Efficacy of distal peripheral nerve blocks in lumbar radicular pain: A randomized placebo-controlled triple-blinded study by Vivek Jha, Gaurav Kumar Sharma, Omeshwar Singh, Jatin Aggarwal

“…Context: Inflamed nerve root leads to mechano-sensitization and upregulation of sodium channels in nerve endings far distal to the site of inflammation, leading to tenderness of these nerve endings. …”
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A Bidirectional Mendelian Randomization Study Investigating the Causal Relationship Between Ankylosing Spondylitis and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Pan D, Dai X, Li P, Xue L

“…The primary MR method employed was Inverse-Variance Weighting (IVW), supplemented by additional MR methods such as weighted median, MR-Egger, simple mode, and weighted mode. Sensitivity analyses were also performed to evaluate the impact of heterogeneity and pleiotropy on the MR results.Results: The study included two datasets related to AS (ebi-a-GCST005529 and ukb-a-88) and two datasets related to COPD (ebi-a-GCST90018807 and finn-b-J10_COPD). …”
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Relationship Between Novel Inflammatory Indices and the Incidence of Postoperative Pneumonia After Endovascular Embolization for Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage by Li S, Li H, Qiu W, Wu B, Wang J, Li Y, Gao H

“…SII and SIRI were positively associated with the POP risk, independent of other confounders. Moreover, further sensitivity analysis and RCS supported the stability of this finding. …”
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Impact of carbapenem-resistant infections on mortality in mechanically ventilated acute respiratory distress syndrome patients: A comparison with hypoxemia severity – An observatio... by Thejesh Srinivas, Shwethapriya R, Gagana Hanumaiah, Pratibha Todur, Souvik Chaudhuri, Ganesh Paramasivam, Prithvishree Ravindra, Vinutha R. Bhat, Sagar Shanmukhappa Maddani, Shobha U. Kamath, Danavath Nagendra, Vishwas P, Likith Hanumaiah, Pratik Paran Medhi, Prabha Prakash

“…Demographic details, organ dysfunction scores, oxygenation values, ARDS classification based on the Berlin criteria, inflammatory biomarkers, and ICU outcomes were noted from clinical records. Patients’ culture sensitivity reports were reviewed for CRI, and the association of CRI with mortality outcomes was analyzed. …”
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Biotechnological Phytocomplex of <i>Zanthoxylum piperitum</i> (L.) DC. Enhances Collagen Biosynthesis In Vitro and Improves Skin Elasticity In Vivo by Giovanna Rigillo, Giovanna Pressi, Oriana Bertaiola, Chiara Guarnerio, Matilde Merlin, Roberto Zambonin, Stefano Pandolfo, Angela Golosio, Francesca Masin, Fabio Tascedda, Marco Biagi, Giulia Baini

“…Its berries are widely used as a spice, known for imparting a distinctive, tingly numbing sensation. Biologically, <i>Z. piperitum</i> has antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, and it is studied for its potential benefits in pain relief and digestive health. …”
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Artificial intelligence-enabled non-invasive ubiquitous anemia screening: The HEMO-AI pilot study on pediatric population by Daniel Gordon, Jason Hoffman, Keren Gamrasni, Yotam Barlev, Alex Levine, Tamar Landau, Ronen Shpiegel, Avishai Lahad, Ariel Koren, Carina Levin, Osnat Naor, Hannah Lee, Xin Liu, Shwetak Patel, Gilad Chayen, Michael Brandwein

“…It identifies important sample collection parameters and design, provides critical algorithms for the pre-processing of fingernail data, and reports an initial capability to detect anemia with 87% sensitivity and 84% specificity. Trial Registration Prospectively registered on www.clinicaltrials.gov (Identifier: NCT04573244) on 15 September 2020, prior to subject recruitment.…”
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Assessment of vegetation in Murchison falls national park five years after the completion of oil and gas exploration by Hindrah Akisiimire, William Tinzaara, Keneth Tumwebaze, Charles K.Twesigye

“…Most areas such as Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP) where petroleum has been discovered overlap with wildlife and nature conservation with high biodiversity and sensitive ecosystems. This study sought to study the vegetation frequency index, relative abundance and diversity in former oil pads five years after the completion of oil and gas exploration in MFNP. …”
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Safety of influenza vaccination during pregnancy: a systematic review by Brian Hutton, David Moher, Danielle B Rice, Claire Butler, Andrea C Tricco, Becky Skidmore, Candyce Hamel, Chantelle Garritty, Paul A Khan, Marco Ghassemi, Charlene Soobiah, Leila Esmaeilisaraji, Dianna M Wolfe, Deshayne Fell, Mona Hersi, Nadera Ahmadzai, Alan Michaud, Angela Sinilaite

“…Immortal time bias was observed in a sensitivity analysis of meta-analysing risk-based preterm birth data. …”
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Effects of antioxidant nutrients on muscle mass, strength and function in COPD patients: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. by Qinman He, Pan Yang, Ye Wang, Wanmei Xu, Yi Feng, Fei Xie, Guixiang Xu

“…Further, subgroup analysis was conducted based on whether patients participated in lung rehabilitation plans while receiving nutritional interventions. Sensitivity analysis was performed on all outcomes.<h4>Results</h4>A total of 12 studies involving 595 patients with COPD were included, with 11 studies had high quality, and one study had low quality. …”
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Gait characteristics in idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus: a review on the effects of CSF tap test and shunt surgery by Iva Hereitová, Alessandra Griffa, Gilles Allali, Tomáš Dorňák

“…Dynamic equilibrium measurements are generally used to assess preoperative levels of cardinal symptoms and postoperative outcomes in iNPH. The most sensitive spatio-temporal parameter assessed 24 h after CSFTT was self-selected walking speed followed by stride length, which increased significantly. …”
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Determining the effect of drug "Warfarin sodium" on toxicity indicators in an acute experiment by D.O. Hlavachek, O.Ye. Kondratenko

“…According to DL50 upon intragastric administration to female rats, which are the most sensitive species of animals to it, warfarin sodium belongs to highly hazardous substances.…”
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Phage-mediated virulence loss and antimicrobial susceptibility in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae by Yanshuang Yu, Mengzhu Wang, Liuying Ju, Minchun Li, Mengshi Zhao, Hui Deng, Christopher Rensing, Qiu E. Yang, Shungui Zhou

“…Evolved bacterial clones not only exhibited increased sensitivity to clinically important antibiotics but also displayed a loss of virulence in an in-vivo model. …”
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Assessment of Air Pollution and Lagged Meteorological Effects in an Urban Residential Area of Kenitra City, Morocco by Mustapha Zghaid, Abdelfettah Benchrif, Mounia Tahri, Amine Arfaoui, Malika Elouardi, Mohamed Derdaki, Ali Quyou, Moulay Laarbi Ouahidi

“…Lag analyses revealed that PM_2.5 and BC levels responded to wind speed, temperature, and humidity over time, highlighting the temporal dynamics of dispersion and accumulation. CO is sensitive to temperature and pressure changes, with delayed impacts, while O₃ formation was primarily influenced by temperature and wind speed, reflecting complex photochemical processes. …”
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